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Township sees ‘unelection’ fight Unhappy voters target incumbents By FRANK BUCHOLTZ Aldergrove Star
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Patrick Arnott of Aldergrove dancing in the Let’s Go Crazy - Retro Dance Party, Saturday, August 23 at the 2014 Fair at the PNE. The annual summer fair features over 700 shows, exhibits and attractions that are free with general admission, bringing together family and friends from generations of British Columbians. The 2014 Fair at the PNE runs daily, except Mondays August 18 and 25, through Labour Day, September 1.
The 2014 Langley Township municipal election will feature an active effort by a new “Unelection Campaign” to get voters to defeat five incumbent members of council. The Unelection Campaign put its website up on Monday, and issued a press release about its intentions. The four identified members of the Unelection executive are Andy Schildhorn, Lee Lockwood, Anna R. (who refuses to give her last name) and Bob Duncan. Schildhorn was part of a committee that filed and won a lawsuit against Langley Township’s approval of the Coulter Berry building in Fort Langley. That victory has now been overturned in court, and the building is under construction. Lockwood, an Aldergrove resident, has been involved in a number of issues over the year, primarily involving rural and transportation issues. Duncan was part of a campaign against Athenry Development’s plans for a multifamily residential development on property adjacent to Willoughby Hall on 208 Street, citing the effect on neighbours to the north with single-family homes. The development is underway, and part of it involved relocation and renovation of Willoughby Hall. “Anna R.” was one of a large number of Brookswood and Fernridge residents who fought
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against a proposed Official Community Plan for the area, one that council voted against after several days of public hearings. However, a new plan is expected in the future and many residents are wary of what it will contain. The Unelection Campaign has rated the nine members of council, based on their voting records. It gives Mayor Jack Froese and Councillors Grant Ward, Charlie Fox, Bev Dornan and Steve Ferguson “Fs.” Councillors Michelle Sparrow and Bob Long received “C-” marks, while Councillors Kim Richter and David Davis received “Bs.” Schildhorn said its purpose is to give residents a site where they can look at voting records, and to rate candidates for council who come forward. “People don’t really look at the voting records of incumbents,” he said. Schildhorn said the group came together after meeting each other at public hearings, and “feeling disenfranchised. Council was not listening to what we were saying. We felt council was plowing ahead without listening to what people were saying.” Schildhorn was a member of Live Langley, which has stated it will run candidates in the 2014 election, but no longer is involved with the group. He says “I have no favourites” when it comes to new candidates seeking council seats. “We have different opinions on issues affecting the Township,
but we agree on one common idea ... our elected municipal council has the responsibility to respect and listen to community input and make decisions that will benefit the whole before the one. “We have joined together with the goal of helping the voters of our community decide who they want to have representing them by providing factual information based on the current council’s past performance. We also will be looking at all newly declared candidates’ qualifications and ask tough questions related to their stand on the issues.” Schildhorn said one of the goals is to improve voter turnout. The website also encourages people to gather information on candidates and choose which ones they want to vote for, and vote for only the candidates they favour, even if that number is less than eight. The website, located at www. unelectioncampaign.ca, also lists 14 contentious issues in the Township, ranging from the Coulter Berry building and Brookswood plan to plans for development on the Wall farm and Tuscan Gardens properties, both located in the Agricultural Land Reserve. It also lists major donors to incumbents’ campaigns in the 2011 election. The municipal election takes place on Saturday, Nov. 15. For the first time, voters will be electing the mayor and councillors to four-year terms.
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School picketing may escalate this week By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star
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The staff of the Aldergrove Dental Clinic took the Ice Bucket Challenge for the ALS Society on Friday, August 22. The clinic at the Aldergrove Safeway mall has passed on the challenge to all other dental clinics in the area.
450 secondary suites found so far By DAN FERGUSON
as well as following up on complaints made by phone or using the online “Report an Unauthorized Secondary Suite” form on the Township website. Anonymous tips are allowed, both by phone and online. When a secondary suite is discovered in a house where no building permit was issued for one, Township building inspection staff are hand-delivering notices to the owner warning they could be fined as much as $500 a ticket (with multiple tickets possible) for failing to obtain a licence. Cesaretti says “significant” resources are being devoted to the campaign against the illicit suites, including re-assigning one current staff member to administer the program full-time. Council has approved funding
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More than a year after a crackdown against illegal secondary suites was approved, Langley Township staff have located 450 of the estimated 10,000 currently being rented by owners without proper municipal approval. That amounts to less than five per cent since the new regulations were approved in March of 2013, but a report to council says the number of complaints being filed is rising and predicts “900 to 1,000” suites, or about 10 per cent, will be identified by the end of the year. The written report by Roberto Cesaretti, the Township manager of permit, licence and inspections services, says staff have been looking through newspaper and online rental ads for unauthorized suites,
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to add one person to handle the secondary suite work, but the job hasn’t been filled yet, Cesaretti says. Of the 450 suites identified so far, the report says 150 are being brought into compliance with the regulations that require registration. The crackdown was announced at the same time council approved an annual secondary suite licence fee on homeowners with authorized suites. It requires the 1,100 homeowners who have properly registered their suites to pay as much as $580 a year. Critics have called the new fee a cash grab by the municipality that penalizes the law-abiding. Defenders say the new fees will generate enough revenue to cover the cost of stepped-up enforcement against law-breakers.
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River Road was closed part of Friday as a result of a truck-train crash on a private crossing near Armstrong Road. The truck apparently stalled on the tracks while a westbound CP coal train was approaching. The cab ended up on one side of the tracks, while the trailer landed in the ditch on the other side. The road was closed between Armstrong and 240 Street for most of the morning. There were no injuries.
From the honks of support on Monday, striking teachers in Langley appear to have won the war of public opinion. But the battle with the provincial government continues for the hundreds of instructors in the school district who await a contract settlement with picket signs in their hands. Two Langley Education Centre teachers, joined by CUPE support workers, were out picketing at Langley Secondary on Monday. A large contingent of CUPE workers and at least four teachers picketed outside the Langley School Board office. None of the teachers this reporter spoke to knew if they would be returning to work on Sept. 2. Most said they haven’t felt a financial hit yet because they are still coming off summer holiday. They were waiting for a directive from Langley Teachers’ Association about whether picketing would escalate around Langley this week. The CUPE support workers The Times talked to said they won’t cross picket lines. Langley School District secretarytreasurer David Green said the district
does not expect any decisions to be made until at least Friday, Aug. 29, and is asking parents to check the district’s website over the long weekend for updates. The new Yorkson Middle School is ready to welcome students Sept. 2, if class is actually in session, Green said. “We remain hopeful. We’ve been told if a settlement is reached, we have to be ready to go for Tuesday,” Green said. But if no agreement is reached, parents are asked not to bring their children to school and to look for alternative care, he said. The Township and City have created camps for kids with the City calling one of its camps “strike camp.” The Langley Centennial Museum joined forces with the Fort National Historic Site to offer kids week-long pioneer schooling. Xtreme Cheer and Dance offered a camp to 100 kids for the first week of school. That camp is full and now they are offering another camp for the second week. The government has created a website, bcparentinfo.ca for the latest bargaining news and how parents can register to get a $40 a day payment for children 12 and under.
Abby ratepayers host ‘town hall’ Aldergrove Star
The Abbotsford Rural Ratepayers committee has secured the Bradner Hall for a Town Hall meeting on Wednesday, October 8. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the mayor, sitting council members and senior civic staff have been invited. The committee has also extended an invitation to anyone who has declared their candidacy for the civic election the following month. “We would also welcome in advance, your input on any topic and issues that affect all Abbotsford rural ratepayers,” said a statement from the committee.
“The committee reviewed the list of rural-related issues that have been brought up previously, such as traffic volumes on roads, disproportionate property tax levies, road allowance maintenance and the ever-criticized High Street round-About as core issues to be discussed with city fathers. We hope to achieve resolution to these ongoing unresolved issues.” The meeting format will provide a brief time frame for each candidate, including incumbents, to introduce themselves and speak to the audience about their goals and objectives.
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Shannon Hennessey grills the blueberry and honey hot cakes for the guests at the annual open house at Aldergrove’s Campbell’s Gold honey and mead farm on Saturday, August 23.
A 65-year-old Langley man is being investigated for impaired driving after he crashed his vintage Ford convertible, causing it to erupt in flames on Sunday. Emergency responders were called at around 1 a.m. to the 22800 block of Old Yale Road for the crash. The old-style roadster was engulfed in flames and two passengers had been injured in the crash but managed to get out before the fire. The driver and his 52-year-old female passenger were both taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. Township firefighters put out the car fire but the vehicle was destroyed. Langley RCMP confirm that a sample of the driver’s blood was taken for analysis to identify if alcohol played a role and whether impaired driving charges will be recommended.
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Aldergrove A&W restaurant manager Karen McIlroy and Shawna Riggs donned the ‘50s poodle skirts style for the “Cruise-in for a Cause” event Thursday, August 21 at the Aldergrove A&W. The classic cars event is a fundraiser for the MS Society of B.C.
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Zoo releases captive-bred endangered frogs to wild Aldergrove Star
In continuing their scientific work and conservation efforts for the endangered Oregon spotted frogs, last week the Greater Vancouver Zoo released more frogs back into the wild. This is the second release of the year. The 127 frogs were bred in a captive environment while studying and marking them before finally releasing them back into their natural wetland environment. For over a decade, animal care staff from the Greater Vancouver Zoo have worked on this important conservation project. Working alongside the wildlife biologists from the Oregon Spotted Frog Recovery Team, staff have helped with monitoring, research, habitat management and restoration of this endangered species. The frogs were released into their natural wetland environment near Aldergrove, in an area specifically modified and enhanced to meet
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A mature Oregon spotted frog. and young frogs. Another potential threat is the chytrid fungus which is native to Africa and has caused significant loss of amphibian populations in many parts of the world. The Oregon spotted frog is now limited to four sites within B.C., with one in the Aldergrove area and three in the Agassiz area. The Oregon Spotted Frog Recovery Team was formed in 1999, when the Committee for the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC)
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Prime minister’s visit stresses achievements By FRANK BUCHOLTZ Aldergrove Star
Residents in areas near 56 Avenue and 248 Street likely wondered what all the traffic and police presence was about Wednesday afternoon. It was all due to a visit from the prime minister, Stephen Harper. Harper spoke to the annual Conservative Party Lower Mainland summer barbecue, held for the first time this year at Krause Berry Farm on 248 Street. Hundreds of Conservative Party supporters from all over the Lower Mainland were in attendance, paying $35 for a chicken dinner and an opportunity to hear the prime minister speak. His speech made it clear that the unofficial campaign leading up to the next federal election, slated for October, 2015, is already underway. His primary opponents, NDP leader Tom Mulcair and Liberal leader Justin Trudeau, are also making swings through many parts of Canada this summer. Harper, although rarely mentioning the opposition parties, vigorously defended his government’s position on many issues. He also made a blatant appeal for middle-class voters
to support the Conservatives. All three party leaders are assiduously courting the middle class, not only because of their numbers, but also because many people face economic challenges, due to high debt, job losses or other circumstances. He said that Canada has a “rock solid” economy and “the best financial system in the world. More Canadians are working than at any time before in our history.” He said his government has achieved a sound fiscal position, with an expectation of a balanced budget in 2015, “not by passing schemes like the carbon tax, not by raising taxes, but by lowering them for families. “We have reduced the federal tax take by $30 billion annually, which is nearly $3,500 for every family, every year. We didn’t cut the way the Liberals cut in the 1990s, by cutting health care, education and pensions. We froze operating costs, reduced back office cost and invested in economic activity and infrastructure.” He applauded late finance minister Jim Flaherty for his hard work in that area, and the crowd gave the former minister, who passed away suddenly earlier this year, a standing
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Prime Minister Stephen Harper addressed a large crowd of Conservative supporters at a barbecue held at Krause Farms on August 20. ovation. Harper said the NDP and Liberals are promising to “spend, spend, spend and spend more” and “run a deficit if you have to, and then start raising taxes to pay for it all. “Justin Trudeau was asked how he would balance a budget and he replied ‘the budget will balance itself,’”Harper
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Editor: If we want to look into the future and see what the power of nature has in store for us following the Mount Polley tailings dam failure, we need look no further than the experience of the small town of Aznalcóllar (Los Frailes) near Saville Spain. In April of 1998, a similar dam failure occurred. But, in a report issued six years after the incident, it was noted that any waterways that may have been contaminated had restored themselves within a few short months and sixteen permanent water testing stations continue to show safe levels for drinking water. To this day, monitoring of any soil contamination in the main area affected by the dam failure, which has been remediated, show that it remains low and the riverbed has been recolonized by fish and amphibians, which survive without any problems. By six years after the incident, in 2004, six different species of fish had laid eggs. Over the short span of a few years, the ecosystem of Aznalcóllar has improved naturally. Fauna and flora quickly recolonized the area. And the natural dynamic of the river, particularly the flood plains, has fully recuperated and is now recognized as a “green corridor” and a tourist destination with trails for walking, biking and horse riding. Six years from now, this is the future we can fully expect to see at Mount Polley owing to the amazing resilience and power of nature. Jimmy Pelk, Langley
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The month-long Agricultural Land Commission consultation closed Aug. 22, and the B.C. government is compiling the feedback received from a province-wide tour and invitation to comment. I can’t tell you much about the official input. The consultation sessions were by invitation only, with no media allowed, and the submissions via website are also not public. I reached Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick as he was traveling around B.C. with his camper van, conducting his own meetings with farmers. He’s not saying much either, except that a summary of the findings should be made public in September as the government considers new regulations. The aim of this exercise is to consider relaxing rules around secondary farmland uses in the Interior, Kootenay and North regions, as well as food processing and retail sales of food and beverages on farmland. Also under consideration is allowing breweries and distilleries, as wine and cider production are now allowed, and relaxing rules to permit more off-farm products to be sold from farms. Letnick defended the 30-day summer consultation as adequate. It’s based on 11 questions developed with staff, farm groups and local government. He’s also not counting how many emails
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were stacked up by proponents or critics. “I’m not conducting a plebiscite,” Letnick said. “What I’m trying to do is come up with the best balance of recommendations to make to government that can hold their own based on the idea and the potential positive and negative consequences.” NDP agriculture critic Lana Popham was more forthcoming. She was invited to the formal sessions, and also won’t talk about them directly. But she’s not backing away from her criticisms. The government is proposing to bypass the Agricultural Land Commission for several kinds of decisions, including subdivision for family use or into properties of 160 acres or more. “I think the general idea was that people trust the ALC to make that decision, and it should still go through the commission,” Popham said. “Actually the commission has been making those decisions anyway, and I think they’ve been quite fair when somebody applies.” She said farmers also aren’t sold on the notion of easing the rules for secondary businesses. “You will already find situations where there’s, let’s say a welding shop or something like that attached to somebody’s residence who lives on ALR land,” Popham said. “That sort of stuff has been
allowed, but it’s always had to go through the ALC or some sort of process that’s been in place. This leaves that process out, and so I think that’s the problem people are having.” She noted that non-farm activities have a way of growing until they become the main business. A reader who attended the Kelowna session said even winery operators aren’t thrilled about the proposal to enlarge retail space and allow sales of wine or beer not made on site. He said “not one” participant there liked the idea of increasing industrial activity such as food processing or retailing. And he agreed with Popham that the ALC is doing a good job with subdivision applications. Popham also clarified the situation with the leased craft gin distillery on her own Vancouver Island farm. It started as a winery, and the conversion needed only local government approval because the production facility was already considered and taxed as light industrial. Victoria Gin has been a model for the government’s push to allow distilleries, breweries or meaderies on farmland. Given the B.C. Liberals’ love of liberalized liquor, I expect that change to go through. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Editor: The Liberal government is doing every thing it can to harpoon the public education system in B.C. Why? Let’s say there is a new corporation set up by a bunch of very close friends and donors to the Liberal Party. Then let’s say the new corporation is called the BC Education Group Inc. and the government helps the new company lease or acquire public schools. Now if you want your kids to get an education you have to enroll them in one of the new corporate private schools. The government will give a small payment to each family to help defray the cost. They are already talking about doing this in the fall. They are so nice to the parents of B.C. kids. This mediocre payment will not continue after the next election. You think education is expensive now, you haven’t seen anything yet. Meanwhile the corporation will never pay for the schools they acquire but somehow property title will end up in the corporation. The company value will rise immediately as will the shares. Now the schools and education debt is off the government books and the budget can be balanced. Think BC Rail sale. The law says the government must pay for a child’s education so funds will flow into the corporation as they do now to the private Christian schools. This is perhaps not a bad thing as the education cost to the taxpayer is for the legally required education portion and not the infrastructure, the schools themselves. The parents will pay that part to the corporation. The teachers will now work for a private company, or they won’t. A very sad day for B.C. John Winter, Langley
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Editor: Re: Farm changes a great leap forward (B.C. Views, Aug. 13). Tom Fletcher’s opinions are not shared by any farmers I know. The B.C. government’s post-facto “public consultation process” is farcical given that Bill 24, which amends the Agricultural Land Commission Act, was passed this May. An authentic public consultation process should have been multi-year and province-wide, not invitation-only meetings and a one-month-long token public feedback process which highlight yet again the magnitude of our democratic deficit. Fletcher’s analogy to Mao Tse-tung’s Great Leap Forward is apt, however, given B.C.’s democratic deficit and because Mao’s vision gave rise to China’s Great Famine, resulting in tens of millions of deaths. The Great Leap Forward has been defined as “a very expensive disaster.” British Columbians will also pay a high price for the B.C. Liberal scheme to drastically change the ALR, as our food insecurity will increase and farm land even more polluted. The “farming” activities proposed by the B.C. Liberals will reduce the land available to grow food. Alcohol has very limited nutritional value. The B.C. Liberals’ continued support for industrial agriculture, one of the world’s biggest causes of greenhouse gas emissions, combined with fracking, oil development and anaerobic digesters will further pollute farmland. The B.C. Liberals need to remember that we all eat, including their buddies in the petroleum and the liquor sectors. Louise Taylor, Grand Forks
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‘Pioneer pupils’ back to basics Aldergrove Star
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Venice: ‘City of Water’ photographic journey Aldergrove Star
Some call it the most romantic city in Europe, others the most historical. In The New York Times it has been described as “the most beautiful city built by man”. Either way, Venice is a captivating city to visit. Venice is a city in northeastern Italy, sited on a group of 118 small islands separated by canals and linked by bridges. The buildings of Venice are constructed on closely spaced wood piles, which were imported from the mainland. Most of these piles are still intact after centuries of submersion. The foundations rest
on the piles, and buildings of brick or stone sit above these footings. The piles penetrate a softer layer of sand and mud until they reach a much harder layer of compressed clay. Join Langley photographer John Gordon, the winner of both provincial and national photography awards, for a photographic journey to this fabled city, at Muriel Arnason Library, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 7-8 p.m. The program is free but registration is required. Please call 604-532-3590 or visit Muriel Arnason Library to reserve your seat.
Should the teachers’ dispute continue into September, students can still go back to school – pioneer-style. The Langley Centennial Museum and Fort Langley National Historic Site have teamed up to create Pioneer Pupils, a unique learning experience for children affected by the ongoing teacher’s strike. The educational day camp will be offered to kids in Grades 4 to 6 from Tuesday, September 2 to Friday, September 5. Providing a wide range of activities, the camp is designed to reawaken slumbering summer minds and prepare kids for the inevitable return to classes. Students will spend the morning at the Langley Centennial Museum and the after-
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Students can keep learning - even if the ongoing teachers’ dispute keeps them from classes during the first week of September - at the Pioneer Pupils day camp. noon at the Fort Langley National Historic Site, while professional instructors provide lessons on history, art, and science. “September is the time
to learn, and students can keep up their studies and have fun while exploring a variety of subjects,” said Township of Langley Arts and Heritage Educator Jeff Chenatte.
Cost for the Pioneer Pupils day camp is $160. Register online at recexpress.ca, barcode 461911, or call the Langley Centennial Museum at 604-532-3536.
Feel the inspiration with ‘Chicago Experience’ Aldergrove Star
Chicago, aka the “Windy City”, has a well-earned reputation for producing a number of the world’s greatest bands and artists. Among such notables, Chicago and the Cetera brothers continue to be at the forefront of public consciousness. Keeping the drive alive, Kenny Cetera brings you the Chicago Experience. Born into a family of vast musical talents it was inevitable that Kenny would become
a professional singer. Proving to be a triple threat, he was also featured on percussion, keyboards and drums while touring with Chicago and sibling/leader Peter Cetera. Peter Cetera says, “I brought my brother Kenny into the group Chicago years ago to help me sing harmonies, background parts and play percussion and drums. It was a blast having him onstage with me. At the exact time the band needed a shot in the arm, he was it. Today his Chicago Experience show brings
that spirit back again live. Unlike other tribute bands, he was actually on stage and a working, performing part of the original band.” Rock.It Boy Entertainment presents “Chicago Experience”, featuring Kenny Cetera, Monday, Sept. 22, 8 p.m. at the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, 20393 Fraser Highway, Langley. Tickets are $42.50 (plus facility fee and service charges). Charge by phone at 604-530-2211 or online at www. ticketweb.ca
CALENDAR Guided Bike Tour Along The Fraser River - Saturday, Sept. 6, 1:30-4 p.m. at Matsqui Trail Regional Park, Abbotsford. Bike through the scenic countryside along the banks of the Fraser River on 10 to 15 kilometres of gravel trails. Gain insights to the natural and cultural history of the landscapes with a knowledgeable guide. For all ages with the ability to cycle 7-10 kilometres. Free, registration required. To register, go to www.metrovancouveronline.org or call 604-4326359, use barcode 5775. Learn To Fish, A Fraser River Experience - Saturday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m.-12 noon at Matsqui Trail Regional Park, Abbotsford. Learn about fish as well as fishing techniques. All fishing equipment provided. Adults must purchase a tidal water sport fishing license. Meet at Mission Bridge main park entrance. Presented by Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC and Metro Vancouver. Adults must accompany kids and fill out a free tidal water sport fishing license for each child. To apply, please contact the BC Tidal Water Sport Fishing Licence Office at 1-877-535-7307. For ages 7-15 years. Cost: $5/child, parent is free. Advance registration required. To register, email visit.fraservalley@gofishbc.com, or call 1-604 504-4716. The West Fine Art Show - Sept. 5-7 at Thunderbird Show Park, 24550 - 72 Ave., Langley. Fifth
annual exhibition featuring some of the finest artists is the west, plus special guests Red Robinson, Shell Busey, and musicians John Gilliat and Exit 58. In support of Langley Hospice Society. Sept. 5 from 7-10 p.m., Sept. 6 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sept. 7 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: www. westart.ca J.D. Farms Fall Festival - Sept. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 24726 - 52 Ave. Cooking demos, food andd beverage demos and tastings, music by 32nd Avenue Band and children’s activities. Ukrainian Soul Food – Perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch available on Friday, Aug. 29 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave, Surrey. Eat-in, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-531-1923 or 604581-0313. Well Seasoned BBQ Off The Bypass - Get your tongs, skewers, and smoker racks ready as the 9th annual event returns Sunday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at a new location, #117-2035364 Ave., Langley. The event is free to the public with live music, unique displays, tasty vendors and delicious BBQ samples. Aldergrove Summer Farmers Market - every Saturday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on 30 Avenue at 272 Street. Weekly summer farmers market featuring local farm products and foods, spices, jams, hand-made soaps and
B.C. arts and crafts. New vendors welcome. Info: info@aldergrovefarmersmarket.com or 604-7282080. Gallery 7 Theatre Open Auditions - for William Golding’s Lord of the Flies, the theatre’s first production of the 2014/2015 Refined by Fire Theatre Season, on Sept. 3, 6:30 p.m. Open to all male performers ages 12-40 at Gallery 7 Theatre’s new rehearsal hall at Huntington Station, #100 – 34595 3rd Ave., Abbotsford. Visit www.gallery7theatre.com for details. Lisa Brokop - on September 3, the star of Canadian country music will be making a return to the Lower Mainland for a performance at Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets: call the Centre Box Office at 604-391SHOW(7469) or visit www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca Fort Farm Fest - Aug. 31-Sept. 1, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Explore the heritage garden and feed the farm animals at this authentic Hudson’s Bay Company fort. Built in 1827, Fort Langley’s workers operated a 2000-acre farm. Watch our cooper make a barrel, the container of choice for exporting butter and potatoes! Compete in the farm relay and watch farmrelated demos. Info: Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada, 23433 Mavis Ave., 604-5134777, www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ fortlangley Fraser Valley Watercolour So-
ciety - exhibition at The Reach, July 17-September 28. Artists’ Reception Thursday, July 17, 7-9 p.m. at The Reach Gallery, 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Theme is “Celebration: 25 years of fun, friendship and painting together”. Society welcomes new members. Members meet weekly. Info: Carol Portree at 604-850-9694 or Anne White at 604-855-5363. Hope Brigade Days - presents Aaron Pritchett with special guests Roger “Schmidt” Dalton and Me And Mae, Friday, September 5 at the Hope Sports Bowl in Hope. Tickets are free with your fair admission. Reserved seating is available for $30 (plus service fees) at Ticketweb. Charge by phone at 1-888-222-6608 or online at www.ticketweb.ca
George Canyon George Canyon - Decade of Hits Tour with special guest Jordan McIntosh, Wed., Oct. 15 at Hub International Theatre at Chilliwack Cultural Centre; Thurs.,
Oct. 16 at the ACT Arts Centre & Theatre, Maple Ridge; Fri., Oct. 17 at the Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Avenue, Mission. Tickets are $37.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) available at all Ticketmaster locations. Charge by phone or online at www.ticketmaster.ca Abbotsford Women’s Connection - Un-Birthday Party Breakfast, Wed., Sept. 10, 9:30 a.m. at Garden Park Tower Azalea Room, 2825 Clearbrook Road. $11. Featuring Dr. Ken Gaglardi of “Illusions”, and speakers Eunice Gaglardi and Carla Sieb sharing “Forgiveness”. Everyone gets a birthday gift. Reservations: Joyce 604-744-5159 or Rose 604852-8240 or abbyconnectreservations@gmail.com Kira Isabella - with Autumn Hill and special guests Me & Mae, Sunday, Nov. 2 at Gabby’s Country Cabaret, Langley. Tickets $30 (plus service charges) at TicketWeb. Charge by phone at 1-888-222-6608 or online at www.ticketweb.ca. Glen Valley Watershed Society – Is the future of our local streams health important to you? Join a group of interesting, passionate people that are looking for others with the same interests in NE Langley/NW Abbotsford - to protect our waterways to ensure a healthy environment for all animals, from the smallest mayfly, salmon and other fish species, birds of all sizes, small rodents to
Chicago Experience at Cascades Casino, Sept. 22. large mammals such as deer and bear. Info: Lisa at stewardship@ leps.bc.ca Langley Community Farmers Market - Fresh, local and organic. Every Wednesday, 2-6:30 p.m. until Oct. 8. Fill your basket and feed your soul at Langley’s tastiest outdoor market with over 40 vendors that “Make it, Bake it or Grow it” selling the very best this region has to offer. Kwantlen University Campus Courtyard, 20901 Langley Bypass with 30 minutes free parking. See website: www.lcfm.ca Aldergrove Pensioners and Seniors - Exercise in the Aldergrove OAP Hall with a certified instructor will be starting again Sept. 4. Cost is $6 a person per session. Also starting Sept. 19 Carpet Bowling scheduled at the Aldergrove OAP Hall on Thursday afternoons at 1:30 p.m. Cost per person is $1. Casting Crowns - with Mandisa and Sidewalk Prophets, Sunday, September 28, 6 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $15, $30, $40, $65 (Plus FMF and service charges), available
at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets, House of James & Blessings (Langley & Chilliwack), by phone 1-855-985-5000. Chicago Experience - featuring Kenny Cetera, Monday September 22 at the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre in Langley. Tickets are $42.50 (plus Facility Fee and Service Charges) from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone at 604-530-2211 or online at www.ticketweb.ca Brad Paisley - with special guests, Friday, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $59.50, $89.50 (plus FMF and service charges), available at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, Ticketmaster outlets, phone 1-855-985-5000. Christmas with Michael W. Smith - Sunday, December 21, 7 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $35, $50, $60, $75 (Plus FMF and service charges), additional $5 charge for day-of door sales. Tickets are available at abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets, By phone 1-855-985-5000.
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Langley MP Mark Warawa and members of the 2014 Environmental Hero Nominations Committee commemorated Langley’s Environmental Heroes with the planting of a heritage apple tree at Fort Langley National Historic Site last week. A bronze plaque will be cemented near the tree to mark their outstanding contributions. “One of our responsibilities as Canadians is to be good stewards of the land that we are so fortunate to live in. Here in Langley there are many people who passionately strive to protect our environment,� said Warawa. “The Langley Environmental Hero Awards was created in 2006 to celebrate the difference that environmental heroes make in our community. This tree and plaque will serve as a lasting reminder of the need to work together to protect a beautiful, abundant environment.� In the individual category, Dianne Kask won the prestigious award for her work at Parkside Centennial Elementary
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Ever thought about taking on a new activity or finding ways to live a healthier lifestyle? If so, now is the time to “try it”. The Township of Langley is encouraging residents to get moving and experience something different with its first Try It Free Week. From September 14 to 19, all community recreation and cultural facilities in the Township will be offering programs and drop-in sessions that the public can try for free. “We want our customers to be able to experience as many recreational opportunities as they can so they can find something that works for them and enables them to be active for life,” said Township community recreation programmer Stephanie Eby. During the week, activities for all ages will be offered and people can
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The Langley Senior Blaze have used the long ball to win their first two games at the Canadian senior men’s national baseball championships. The Blaze hit two home runs in the first game — a 7-3 victory over Ontario on Aug. 21 — and then three more dingers on Aug. 22 in a 10-2 win over Nova Scotia. The championships are being held in St. John’s, Nfld. Langley is representing B.C. after winning the 2013 provincial title last summer. In the opening game, a seven-run sixth inning — highlighted by home runs from Bob Wagner and Joe Germaine — helped break open a scoreless tie. Germaine had a two-run home run, while Wagner hit a solo shot to open the inning and then later drove in a second run with an RBI single. Scott Tulloch also had a two-run single and Scott Webster had an RBI single. Ontario did score three times in the bottom half of the sixth inning, but that would be all they could muster. Shane Kraemer earned the win on the mound, striking out eight over 5.1 innings
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Joe Germaine of Aldergrove batted a two run home run for the Blaze at the Nationals. while give up three runs, two of which were earned. In the second game, Langley was up 2-0 after one inning when the Blaze hit two home runs in the second inning. Graig Merritt belted a two-run shot and three batters later, Sean Hotzak deliverd a three-run bomb to make it 7-0. Bob Foerster’s two-run blast made it 9-0 in the third. Webster and Tulloch had the other RBIs. Shawn Schaefer threw a complete game six-hitter, striking out five and allowing a pair of earned runs.
Langley athletes combined to win a dozen medals at the Legion youth national track and field championships over the weekend at McLeod Athletic Park. In addition to a pair of gold medals won by Joel Harrison in the pentathlon and Chelsea Borrowdale in the 1500m steeplechase, local athletes also won five silver and five bronze medals. Lauryn Cheung got things going on the first day (Friday) with a bronze medal in the midget girls pole vault, clearing 3.00m. Saturday saw Megan Champoux, Dean Ellenwood, Teagan Rasche and Jordan Ellingson win individual medals, JAMES INGLIS PHOTO while Hannah Morrison was on the Team B.C. relay team which took A competitor (below) goes up and over the high bar during the Lethird in the midget 4x100 with a gion national youth track and field championships. time of 50.57. It was the first of two medals Dolfo threw 46.59m in the Champoux won silver in the for Ellenwood who won silver on midget girls division and Rasche midget girls 200m Sunday in the threw 55.65m in the hurdles (27.29) while 800m event youth women’s diviRasche and Ellingson (1:52.50). sion. won silver in the javelin. Nickolas C o l y n , Champoux threw Colyn also Morrison, Dolfo 43.38m in the midgwon silver and Cheung all repet girls competition, in the youth resented Team B.C. Rasche’s throw of men’s 2000m at the meet. 43.38m was second in steeplechase They normalthe youth women’s diviwith a time ly train with the sion; and Ellingson’s of 5:49.28, Mustangs track and throw of 53.72m was just a fraction Megan Champoux of Chelsea Borrowdale and field club. second in the youth behind the The other local Aldergrove won silver Joel Harrison won gold men’s division. gold-medal athletes all repAnd Ellenwood won bronze in time of 5:49.14. resented the Mustangs while the midget boys 400m race with a Tanika Dolfo and Rasche both Borrowdale competed for the time of 49.35. won bronze in the hammer throw. Walnut Grove Gators.
Kodiaks roar into sixth junior hockey season By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
Aldergrove Kodiaks are readying for their season home opener at Aldergrove Arena on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at Aldergrove Arena. The 7:15 p.m. tilt will be versus their arch-rivals, the Abbotsford Pilots. The Kodiaks, the defending Pacific Junior B Hockey League champions, will be looking to repeat their performance of last season but with a large roster of rookies. The club held its 2014-15 evaluation camp June 2-5, and so far their lineup includes: #2 Evan Cusmano [rookie] defender, 6’1, 250 (16) of Abbotsford. #5 Jacob Cronin [rookie] defend-
er, 6’2, 205 (17) of Langley. 6’0, 180 (17) of Abbotsford. #8 Brandon Dolby forward, 6’1, #- Dryden Wust [rookie] forward, 185 (19) of Chilliwack. 6’0, 175 (17) of Aldergrove. #9 Joshua Poitras defender, 6’0, #- Jeremy Zomar [rookie] for195 (18) of Surrey. ward, 5’11, 170 (17) of #12 Cameron Davitt Abbotsford. [rookie] forward, 6’0, 180 The management (17) of Coquitlam. team from last sea#13 Elvis Jansons forson returns with Rick ward, - - (18) of Richmond. Harkins as general #17 Nolan Wallinger formanager and assistant ward, 6’0, 205 (19) of Delta. coach, Brad Rihela as #18 Maximilian Fritz head coach, Tavis Eaton [rookie] forward 6’0 165 as assistant coach, and (17) of Coquitlam. Kevin Persson as associ#91 Quinncy Leroux Kodiaks GM-coach ate coach. Rick Long is Rick Harkins forward, 6’0, 175 (18) of head scout. Langley. The Kodiaks have a pair of away #- Jordan Funk [rookie] forward, exhibition matches set, starting this 6’1, 175 (17) of Surrey. Friday, Aug. 29 against the Ridge #- Matt Oliver [rookie] forward, Meadows Flames at Planet Ice, and
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Arrows pierce Adanacs’ Minto Cup dreams By GARY AHUJA Aldergrove Star
The rhythmic sound of the fans beating their drums filled the air as the Six Nations Arrows celebrated the dying seconds of game six of the Minto Cup championships. And when the final whistle sounded at the Langley Events Centre on Saturday evening, the Arrows’ players spilled off the bench and onto the floor, setting off a jubilant celebration as Six Nations was crowned the junior A lacrosse champions of Canada. The Arrows defeated the Coquitlam Jr. Adanacs 14-8 to win the best-of-seven championship series four games to two. “It is hard to explain,” said Arrows captain Johnny Powless, when asked how it felt to win the Minto Cup. “This means the world to us; it is a dream come true,” he said. “I have a lot of family and cousins on the team; I grew up with all these guys, so that makes it even more special.” Powless, playing with a broken hand, finished with six goals and 21 assists in the six games series. He earned the most valuable player award. Coquitlam won games one and two before Six Nations reeled off four straight victories to win their third Minto
Cup, and first since 2007. Eastern teams have now won four straight Minto Cups and eight of the past nine. In Saturday’s clinching game, Six Nations nursed a 6-5 lead after two period before the Adanacs struck for a pair of power-play goals 46 seconds apart early in the third period to pull ahead. But the Arrows went on a run, scoring eight of the final nine goals — although a few were into the empty net — for the series-clinching victory. After Coquitlam won the first two games, the Arrows team — as well as all their family and supporters who made the trip west — went to the Squamish First Nations reserve on an off-day prior to game three. “They put on a dinner for us and made everyone feel real welcome,” said Six Nations coach Marshall Abrams. In total, about 140 people from the Six Nations contingent were there for the dinner. Abrams said they were given an inspirational speech by one of their hosts that day. “We knew what we had to do and the boys have been real determined ever since,” the coach said. The Arrows also made some adjustments prior to game three.
“Their goalie was really playing well for them in the first two games and that was a real factor,” Abrams said. “We just had to change up our shots a little bit, do a few different things as far as our press goes to slow them down offensively. “Our changes worked (but) it is all about the boys: they dug in their heels and really made this happen.” Six Nations was held to a dozen goals combined in games one and two but erupted for 19 in game three’s 19-5 win. They evened the series at two with a 10-7 win in game four and then won the pivotal game five 12-7. “We knew it was a matter of time before we saw their best games,” said Coquitlam coach Neil Doddridge. “They seemed to get better in games three and four. They were transitioning to the ball well and that got us in trouble.” “It was a hard fought series,” said Coquitlam captain Wes Berg. “Sometimes the score didn’t really show it. We put it all on the line and we played for each other but it sucks not to win it.” Berg led the Adanacs with six goals and 16 assists. “They are definitely a great team,” Abrams said about the
Adanacs. “Hats off to them: they are big, they are strong and they are fast.” “It was a great series with two teams playing the game the right way,” said Doddridge. “We emptied the tank the last six days (and) you can’t ask for much more from the guys.” rrr Fans selected the Adanacs’ James Rahe as the recipient of the Cavalier fan favourite award. Rahe, who is from Aldergrove and played his minor lacrosse with Langley, was acquired by Coquitlam at season’s end from the Langley Junior Thunder. He finished the tournament with five goals and seven assists. He was one of two local players on Coquitlam, alongside Jake Taylor. Rahe has one year of junior eligibility remaining, while Taylor has two seasons. rrr A total of 9,516 fans took in the action at the Langley Events Centre over the sixgame series, which breaks down an average of 1,586 per game. This was the first year the Minto Cup was held at the LEC. The east and west rep-
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Coquitlam Jr. Adanacs James Rahe (of Aldergrove) battles for position with Six Nations Arrows’ Leo Stourus in front of the Arrows net during game six of the Minto Cup championship at the Langley Events Centre. Rahe won the Cavalier fan favourite award but the Arrows won the big prize, the Minto Cup. resentatives take turns hosting the Minto Cup and when it is the west’s turn to host,
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Special Olympians reach out for more volunteers By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
Special Olympics in Langley have been providing persons with intellectual disabilities opportunities to enrich their lives and celebrate personal achievements by enabling positive sports experiences for many years now. It’s their core mandate and has been an ongoing success, thanks to their many supporters and volunteers in the community. Special Olympian Jennifer Burton can attest to this fact as she has been involved in the Langley chapter’s sports activities for 20 years now. Burton, whose favourite sports event is softball, went to the national championships at UBC in July of this year. She was accompanied by Robin Foss, who plays an integral role as a coach for Burton’s team. Foss, who also coaches rhythmic gymnastics, Active Start and fundamentals for the chapter, is also the fundraising coordinator for Langley’s Special Olympics chapter. Foss recently received her five year service pin. The two women were also at a
fundraiser for the chapter held at Aldor Acres farm in Glen Valley on the weekend. Foss wears many hats for the chapter but it’s a personally rewarding and enriching experience for the young woman. As it is for the many other coaches and program volunteers who help make the program work here in Langley. As volunteer coordinator Sharla Mauger says, “Volunteering with Special Olympics BC Langley is an opportunity for you to make a direct impact on the quality of life of individuals with intellectual disabilities and make a meaningful contribution within your own community.” The Langley chapter offers a wide range of sports disciplines to participants, including Active Start/Fundamentals, youth and five-pin bowling, floor hockey, rhythmic gymnastics, swimming, basketball, curling, golf, soccer, track and field, bocce, fitness, power lifting and softball. All of this is only possible due to the kind support of individuals, community groups, and the chapter’s fundraising activities.
Of course, as a grassroots, volunteer-based organization they also depend on people to step up and serve as coaches and program and event volunteers. Head or assistant coaches are required to take an SOC and NCCP Coaching course within one year of accepting a position, but the costs of the courses are covered by SOBC Langley. All volunteers are required to fill out application forms and submit to a criminal record check, as well as complete the on-line volunteer orientation which introduces the volunteers to the world of Special Olympics. The public is also welcome to join the local executive by seeking an elected position. Special Olympics BC Langley welcomes all inquiries. If any of this sounds appealing to you please contact local coordinator Dick Jennens at wwso@shaw.ca or volunteer coordinator Sharla Mauger at sdmauger@shaw.ca or program coordinator Marilyn Farquhar at marilyn.f@shaw.ca for more information on how you can become involved.
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California’s Vinton Karrasch took top spot aboard his new mount, Coral Reef Follow Me II at the $100k CSI***-W Facet Advisors World Cup qualifier. It was held last Sunday at Thunderbird Show Park. “I don’t do well when I over-strategize,” explained Karrasch. “My plan is to always focus on doing the best that I can do, making every part of the course the best that I can and hopefully my best is good enough.”
Karrasch was one of 30 competitors in the field, which included Olympians, Nation’s Cup contenders and some of the fastest riders on the continent. The competitors faced a challenging course from international designer Alan Wade. The course tested the riders with a tricky triple combination and tall verticals to narrow the field. Seven of the 30 advanced to the jump off with Karrasch winning in a time of 45.62. Second place went to another American
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25th anniversary makes for memorable horse trials By JOY RICHARDSON Aldergrove Star
The 2014 Campbell Valley Horse Trials took place on Aug. 15, 16, and 17. It was the 25th anniversary of the Campbell Valley Equestrian Society, which puts on this event. A large crowd was in attendance. Horse people and their equine friends from the B.C. Interior, Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland were there, and they enjoyed perfect weather for the event. The first day was dressage, with 185 horses and their riders entered. They were judged by Isabel Reinetson and Larry Brinker, in the immaculate riding rings. On Saturday, the cross country
event took place, in the huge grass area of Campbell Valley Regional Park. There were many beautifully-built jumps soaring down to 16 Avenue, from the 208 Street entrance to the park. I have never seen so many new ones. They were painted, with flowers in front or nearby. Most spectators who were on top of the hill were able to see nearly all the jumps. It was a beautiful scene, with happy riders and horses, well-dressed and beautifully-groomed. They did their best to keep to the time and splashed through the water ponds. Most horses were not refusing the jumps, although number 12 seemed to be an exception. For some reason, it was numbered
11, which no one could understand. There was something there that the horses saw, but we never understood it. Sadly, during the two days, two riders suffered injuries from falls. They were quickly attended to, and taken to hospital for a wrist and lower leg break. Out of 185 entries, that small number of injuries was amazing. First aid was available at all times during the event. On Sunday, it was jump day in the lower region of the park, with the higher level riders beginning at 7:30 a.m. Many of the cross country jumps had been taken down and erected on the grass footing again, in smaller jump rides. The volunteers who played such a big part in this event are to be congrat-
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dates to note Offices at the Township of Langley Civic Facility and Operations Centre will be closed Monday, September 1 for Labour Day. Tuesday, September 2 | 7 - 9pm Heritage Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Wednesday, September 3 | 7 - 9pm Economic Development Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Thursday, September 4 | 7 - 9pm Community Participation, Infrastructure, and Environment Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Monday, September 8 | 7 - 11pm Regular Council Meeting Civic Facility Fraser River Presentation Theatre Township of Langley Civic Facility 20338 - 65 Avenue, Langley V2Y 3J1 604.534.3211 | tol.ca
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ulated on their precision and detail. It made the event memorable for the horses, riders and trainers. Judges Monique Fraser and Phil Wright speedily scored each horse and rider in the jumps. This kept the rides on time. Announcer George Trickett ensured that all in the audience were aware of each horse and rider. On Saturday night, after the cross country event, riders, their families and friends sat down under small awnings, close to the entrance. They enjoyed the memories of their days with their horses, and a fine meal. What a fabulous 25th anniversary event this was. Congratulations to all the riders and volunteers, and to chair Carol McDonald.
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public input opportunity Proposed Bylaw Amendments Notice is hereby given that the Township of Langley Council will meet and provide a public input opportunity. At the meeting, all persons will be given the opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaws. HIGHWAY AND TRAFFIC BYLAW 2010 NO. 4758 AMENDMENT BYLAW 2014 NO. 5107 Bylaw No. 5107 proposes to amend Highway and Traffic Bylaw 2010 No. 4758 by revising regulations related to Langley Regional Airport, the parking of recreational vehicles on public roads, and culvert installations. BYLAW NOTICE ENFORCEMENT BYLAW 2008 NO. 4703 AMENDMENT BYLAW 2014 NO. 5108 Bylaw No. 5108 proposes to amend Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw 2008 No. 4703 as a result of the proposed amendments to the Highway and Traffic Bylaw to ensure the appropriate enforcement regime is in place to address cases of non-compliance. Copies of the bylaws and relevant background material are available at the Engineering Division counter, 2nd floor, Township of Langley Civic Facility, 20338 - 65 Avenue between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays or can be viewed online at tol.ca/hearing. Date: Monday, September 8 Time: 7pm Place: Township of Langley Civic Facility Address: 20338 - 65 Avenue Engineering Division 604.533.6006
public notice The 2014 BC Seniors Games Are Coming To Langley! The 27th annual BC Seniors Games will be taking place in Langley from Tuesday, September 9 through Saturday, September 13. Competitors will take part in more than 20 activities in facilities and on roads throughout the Township. Races are scheduled in the following areas, so some delays in traffic are expected: In Fort Langley: 208 Street – Allard Crescent – McKinnon Crescent Thursday, September 11; 10:00am – 12:00pm For a cycling event In North East Langley: 248 Street – 72 Avenue – 256 Street – 64 Avenue Friday, September 12; 10:00am to 1:00pm For a cycling event In Salmon River: 232 Street – 70A Avenue – 236 Street – 68 Avenue – 238 Street Saturday, September 13; 8:30am to 12:00pm For a walk/run For more information on the events, visit the 2014 BC Seniors Games website at 2014bcseniorsgames.org. Engineering Division 604.533.6006 enginfo@tol.ca
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public notices Walnut Grove Community Centre: Aquatic Hours for September Each year, aquatic facilities at the Walnut Grove Community Centre are temporarily shut down for maintenance. While the closure usually occurs immediately after Labour Day, this year it will be delayed to accommodate the 2014 BC Seniors Games. The Township of Langley is proud to host this competition, which will see events take place in various facilities throughout the community. The aquatic facilities at the Walnut Grove Community Centre will remain open to the public from Tuesday, September 2 until Saturday, September 13, at 6pm. The 50 m pool, leisure pool, adult hot tub, therapy hot tub, sauna, and steam room will then close for maintenance from Sunday, September 14 to Sunday, September 28 inclusive. The pools will reopen at 6am on Monday, September 29. Other areas of the Centre will remain open during this time.
Weight Room/Cardio Room Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 6am - 10 pm Saturday 6am - 9pm Sunday 8am - 9pm For public swim schedules at other Township facilities, visit tol.ca/swim. Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division Walnut Grove Community Centre 604.882.0408
Southwest Gordon Estates Neighbourhood Park Workshop The Township of Langley Parks Department is hosting a second neighbourhood workshop for the design of Southwest Gordon Estates Neighbourhood Park. Members of the public are invited to attend and provide input for this new neighbourhood park, which will be located at 20413 - 66 Avenue. Date: Tuesday, September 9 Time: 7 - 8:30pm Place: Willowbrook Recreation Centre Activity Room, Civic Facility Address: 20338 - 65 Avenue Registration is not required. Chris Marshall Landscape Architect 604.533.6128
Temporary Boat Launch Closure: Marina Park in Fort Langley A temporary closure of the boat launch at Marina Park in Fort Langley will be in effect starting at 9pm on Tuesday, September 9, to accommodate BC Seniors Games events. The boat launch will reopen to the public at 4pm on Saturday, September 13. Tab Buckner Manager, Parks Operations 604.532.3504
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Pontiac Vibe (2010 or older): Although the Pontiac Vibe looks different, you also know this compact 4-door hatchback as the Toyota Matrix. A joint (GM/Toyota) production venture ended with the 2010 model year, as did the Pontiac brand. The Bob McHugh resale value of a Vibe is generally lower than a same year/condition Matrix, or conversely, you may be able to buy a newer/ lower mileage Vibe.
The ’09 Vibe was a second generation redesign and a slightly bigger model that came in front-drive and all-wheel-drive editions, and in base and GT trim levels. The base engine is a gas-miser 1.8-litre (132 horsepower) and a 2.4-litre (158 horsepower) engine comes in the AWD and GT models. Fuel consumption (1.8L/FWD): 8.0/6.2 L/100 km (city/highway)
Fuel consumption (2.4L/ AWD): 10.3/7.8 L/100 km (city/highway) Honda Fit (2010 or older): The Honda Fit is a small, but taller, 4-door hatchback that was introduced for the 2007 model year and came in DX, LX and Sport trim levels. Its seats can be reconfigured in an amazing variety of ways and there’s even a couch/bed recliner position. The 2009 model was a second generation redesign with a more powerful 117 horsepower (up from 109-horsepower) 1.5-litre engine that’s mated to either a five-speed
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manual transmission or optional five-speed automatic. In the Sport edition, this automatic also comes with paddle shift gear selection at the steering wheel. Fuel consumption (1.5L/ FWD): 7.1/5.5 L/100 km (city/highway) Jeep Patriot (2010 or older): The Patriot could also be called “Jeep Light”, as it’s an affordable, compact yet capable SUV/wagon that’s surprisingly fuel-efficient. Available in both front-drive and four-wheel-drive configurations, Jeep launched Patriot for the 2007 model year and it’s a good match of an active lifestyle young person that enjoys the outdoors. Patriot came in Sport, North and Limited trim levels and the base engine is a 2.0-litre that can produce 158-horsepower and 2.4-litre that can produce 172 horsepower is the upgrade. The transmissions offered were a 5-speed manual transmission or a fuel-efficient CVT (continuously variable transmission) automatic. If serious 4-wheeling is contemplated look for models with a trail-rated Freedom II off-road package that adds protective skid plates, etc. The down-side is increased weight and higher fuel consumption. Fuel consumption (2.0L/ FWD): 8.9/6.9 L/100 km (city/ highway) Fuel consumption (2.4L/4WD): 9.9/8.2 L/100 km (city/highway) Nissan Versa (2011 or older): The Nissan Versa may look small on the outside, but this four-door sedan or hatchback has an amazing amount of space on the inside. The extra head and leg room provided make it a very good match for a taller or bigger than average young person. Versa offers seating for four (squeeze five) full-sized adults and extra-large rear passenger doors also make getting in or out easier. The lower-priced sedan comes with a 1.6-litre (107-horsepower) engine and a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. The hatchback comes with
a 1.8-litre (122-horsepower) engine and a 6-speed manual, 4-speed automatic or a CVT automatic. Prior to 2010, a base Versa didn’t come with ABS (anti-lock braking system), and electronic stability control wasn’t even offered as an option. Its electronic-assist steering has an extra-light feel and it can turn on a (10.4 m) dime, making Versa an easy vehicle to park. Fuel consumption (1.6L/ FWD): 7.7/5.8 L/100 km (city/highway – 5 Manual) Fuel consumption (1.8L/ FWD): 8.5/6.2 L/100 km (city/highway – 4 Automatic) Fuel consumption (1.8L/ FWD): 7.3/5.8 L/100 km (city/highway - CVT) Mazda3 (2009 or older): The first generation Mazda3 (2004 to 2009) set a new performance standard in the economy car segment. Sold as a four-door sedan or a (sportier) five-door hatchback, the Mazda3 has been a huge sales success in Canada. The four-door sedan editions of this Mazda3 come with (148-horsepower) 2.0-litre engine and in GX and GS trim levels. Sedan GT and (hatchback) Mazda3 Sport come in GS and GT trim levels and with a (156-horsepower) 2.3-litre engine, with more torque at lower engine speeds. A height adjustable, good supporting driver’s seat plus a standard tilt and telescopic steering column make the Mazda3’s driving position particularly praiseworthy. It definitely offers the best driving experience, but popularity also makes Mazda3 the priciest pick of this group. Fuel consumption (2.0L/ FWD): 8.4/6.1 L/100 km (city/highway) Fuel consumption (2.3L/ FWD): 9.5/6.8 L/100 km (city/highway) Reviewing the attributes of these car leads me to suggest there’s at least one suitable for anybody on a budget. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca
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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
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ALDERGROVE 50+ Adult Building. 1 & 2 Bdrm apts. Central location. Phone 604-317-1926 Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.
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Here is the perfect home for your retirement. This end unit townhome in a gated community has the master on the main and two extra spacious bedrooms up, in popular Elwood Estates. You will love this layout with its bright, spacious, open plan which includes vaulted ceilings all freshly painted. This 19+ complex is the perfect place to call home.
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Just what your family is looking for. This 4 bedroom 2 bath home in the heart of Langley is located near schools, parks and shopping for your convenience. It boasts a beautiful yard perfect for entertaining this summer. On a no-through road so your kids can play without the worry of traffic. It has a huge eating area and living room plus a great rec room for the kids. South facing backyard! Call today. 20914 - 52A AVENUE, LANGLEY Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
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IDEAL LOCATION FOR FARM OR WINERY! Looking for a farm in the Otter area of Langley call today. I have a great one available a 45 acre former dairy farm with 2 homes, barns and lots of other outbuildings. Need a place for a winery? This is the ideal location! Call me today for you showing and more information 1939 256 STREET, LANGLEY Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
WELL BUILT HOME IN WEST ABBOTSFORD Almost new and ready to move in. This great Aberdeen area home is priced to move and it has everything you might need. 4 large bedrooms formal living and dining areas and a great kitchen with a huge pantry. All located in a nice quiet neighborhood. 27691 LANTERN AVENUE – $480,000 Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
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Come and check this home out for yourself. You will love the recent updates including siding, roof, gutters and downspouts, with all kinds of street appeal. You will truly appreciate the interior updates including flooring, paint and new electric fireplace, plus 5 bedrooms and lots of room for the whole family with a large beautifully landscaped yard and RV parking. 17494 61A AVENUE, CLOVERDALE
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20691-46A AVENUE, LANGLEY
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This is the one you’ve been waiting for, 1800 sq ft with a view of Langley City on a 1/3 acre lot. With back yard access and a workshop to boot could have suites for income or help. This is a custom built home with all the features and 9’ ceilings as well not a drive by, neat and clean or spotless is a better word to describe this one. Have it all in a great location of the city. Building a hot rod…bring it here.
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Looking for the perfect place? Here it is 2 homes 2 road frontages and 2 much 2 list. Main home is 2370 sq ft post a beam with beautiful hardwood floors and granite fireplace updated kitchen and flooring 4 bathrooms … plus a full bsmt all on 40 acres with a Large assortment of Barns and shops (7) with rolling pastures sets this place apart as being one of the prettiest locations on the market today. Great water you have to call to see this one today
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Check this one out in a great neighborhood 3 bedrooms on main floor with partially finished basement, new bathroom upstairs newer roof and very neat and clean home yes you can just move into this one without spending your time painting a redecorating. Southern exposed back yard and pad and wiring in already for a new hot tub If you are looking to get into the real estate market this is the one and now is the time call and see how affordable this can be.
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6525 LEFEUVRE ROAD $1,000,000 33 ACRE BUILDING SITE Take a look. Here you have it! The long driveway to a private buildings site is in, the city water is in, and there already is a shop for you to enjoy. This is not drive by as it’s too private to see C anything. About 25 acres is usable the other 8 acres is ravine privacy. Take a look here and no GST on the sale.
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Townhomes and ranchers wanted to sell. Market is now moving... Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 $72,500
#44-26892-FRASER HWY
COMPLETELY REDONE!
$1,800,000
27691 DOWNES ROAD
SOLD All cleared and In Hay land - over 430 feet of frontage. Older farm house on property plus 40 x 80 real shop and 80’ x 108’ cattle/hay barn - good driveways 3 phase power, city water, natural gas... Got Big Trucks? Bring em over! This is a well cared for property, ready to farm - no clearing to do.
Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 $ 179,900
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Completely redone 2 bedroom modular home in Aldergrove For Sale here quick possession possible. This has new everything and all you have to do is move in it even has a work shop in the back yard. Cute cozy and clean this is one worth looking into, you even have your own yard here.
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