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Top city wages climb 25 per cent Increase of $3.5 million over last year By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

While taxes keep climbing, so do salaries at Maple Ridge city hall. According to 2014’s financial statement, Maple Ridge’s total wage tab for those above the $75,000-a-year threshold jumped to $17,417,541. That’s an increase of $3,473,074 from the previous year, a 25-percent jump. “That’s a lot,” said Mayor Nicole Read. Council is reviewing the entire financial plan and will start this summer by determining what areas it wants to focus on when budget discussions start in the fall, Read said. See Pay, 8

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Steps to save resting place Settler’s family cemetery has heritage

the Robertson Family Cemetery be formally recognized as a burial place. Local historian Fred Braches, though, has heard it all before. He’s been trying for 15 years to have the cemetery protected. It’s a settler’s cemetery, he explains. “Of which we have none.” It hold the remains of the first European arrivals to this area. “This is one of the few cemeteries that we have of a settler’s family. These people go back to the

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Fred Braches has been trying to protect the cemetery for 15 years.

A little-known resting place in the woods of Whonnock could be formally recognized as a heritage cemetery, if the numbers work. Maple Ridge council agreed on Tuesday to have the heritage commission investigate the costs and steps needed to ensure that

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nate, a Sto:lo woman from Nicomen Island. She, too, is buried there after dying of tuberculosis in about 1886. However, the property has no headstones or grave markers because it was a family burial ground. That doesn’t matter, says Braches. “You don’t keep it because of the headstones. You keep it because of the people buried there.” It’s about respect, he added. See Cemetery, 9

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In Nepal, Al McGee will work on water purification and shelter relief, as monsoon season is about to start.

Making a difference in Nepal Pitt firefighter and nurse helping in earthquake recovery B y T i m Fi t z g e r a l d tim.fitzgerald@mapleridgenews.com

itt Meadows volunteer firefighter Al McGee has seen more than his fair share of tragedy in 11 years on the job.

As a first responder to dealing with medical issues and car accidents, McGee knows the importance time plays in saving a life. As an emergency room and pediatric registered nurse with Fraser Health, dealing with adversity is once again a paramount part of the job. Now, he will get a chance to put his skills to work in Nepal, where he will spend a month helping rebuild a nation that was devastated following a 7.8-magnitude

earthquake that struck 80 kilometres east of the town of Pokhara on April 25. An estimated 7,500 people died after the initial quake and the aftershocks, including a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the town of Namche Bazar and Mount Everest, by the Nepal-China border. “I don’t think anyone can be truly ready to be witness to something like this,” said McGee. “But experience helps, working with the fire department and health care.” McGee is working as a volunteer with GlobalMedic, a non-governmental organization that specializes in disaster relief efforts with initial rescue teams, emergency medical units and water purification kits. As well as helping in Nepal, GlobalMedic has teams in areas like Northern Iraq, the Ukraine, and the Congo. “This is my first opportunity to deploy internationally,” said McGee, who has worked as a volunteer coordinator with GlobalMedic for the past three years. “In my time in Nepal, I’m going to work on water purification and shelter relief as monsoon season is about to start. It’s criti-

cal to help get these systems in place as so many people are still struggling.” The United Nations Refugee estimates almost three million people are without a home. Entire villages lay in ruins. Roads are impassable. Getting aid to those in need has been difficult at the best of times. “It’s going to be many, many years before things there are anywhere near being back to normal. The challenge is accessibility in the rural areas. So many roads are cut off,” said McGee. It’s easy to forget the scope of the tragedy in Nepal, he added, because of today’s 24hour news cycle. But he’s hoping his work with GlobalMedic can play a part in the country’s long road to recovery. Work commitments in the past haven’t allowed him the chance to volunteer overseas, but he’s thankful for the support from Fraser Health and the Pitt Meadows fire department to allow him to contribute. “Taking a month away from work is really challenging, but I’m excited to be able to go and make some sort of a difference and represent the local community here,”

he said. As well, the volunteer firefighter said the disaster half a world away should serve as a reminder to local residents to be prepared in case of a natural disaster. He said everyone should have at least enough food, water and other supplies to last 72 hours.

“I don’t think anyone can be truly ready to be witness to something like this.” McGee said he’s also hoping his experience in Nepal will allow him to respond to other needs with GlobalMedic, which also does fire response training in developing countries.

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critical of the fact that the scope of operations is just beneath the threshold that would require a full environmental assessment. The proposal would blast and excavate 240,000 tonnes of rock per year over five years. It would remove the southern peak of Sheridan Hill, reducing its elevation by 30 metres, from 45 to 75 m. Pitt River Quarries, which is operated by Lafarge Canada, works the northern section of Sheridan Hill and is not related to the operation proposed by Meadows Quarries. Residents have organized rallies in Pitt Meadows and on the steps of the legislature in Victoria against the latter. An online petition opposing the quarry has garnered more than 3,000

signatures, and a letter campaign has been directed at the Ministry of Mines, local MLAs and other government officials. Katzie First Nations and Chief Susan Miller have voiced their opposition to the quarry, noting that they had not been consulted, their aboriginal rights and title ignored, and Sheridan Hill features in the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creation myth. The committee process brings the quarry application closer to either approval or denial. Becker noted that the only way it could be derailed would be for the Minister of Mines Bill Bennett to step in. He can decide that a project is of provincial significance and render a decision, but the minister has traditionally only done so to approve a project.

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‘No quick fix for homelessness’ MLA Doug Bing thinks allowing Cliff camp made problems worse By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

Maple Ridge council may be finding that solving homeless will take time and teamwork, says the MLA for Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows. “I think they were raising expectations rather high because of the election campaign,” Doug Bing said of last November’s election. “They’re trying to do things differently … and that’s quite typical of a new council.” But after you’ve been in office for a while, it’s better to under promise and over deliver, he added. Bing said Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson made the same promise to end homelessness by 2015. Robertson may not have achieved that, but he’s made progress and it was a good aspirational goal, Bing said. Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read made homelessness a major part of her campaign during the November 2014 municipal election. Bing, along with MLA Marc Doug Dalton and MP representative Mike Murray were grilled by Maple Ridge council about homelessness at a special meeting earlier this month. While Bing said he’s hadn’t been formally

consulted or involved with the mayor’s task force on homelessness, was set up in January, Read told him that he should have been involved regardless. Bing said it’s important to get everyone involved. “You just can’t do it by yourself.” For instance, street or outreach workers at the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation haven’t been involved yet with the mayor’s task force on homelessness, now known as Maple Ridge Resilience Initiative. “What’s the point of Doug pointing that out?” asked Read. “If he feels there’s a role for them to play, why isn’t that information being provided to us?” But the homeless task force is talking to the ministry office, which provides income assistance. Bing also said the Salvation Army “haven’t been part of the discussion yet and they’re such an important part of this.” But communication is improving, said the MLA. And Minister Responsible for Housing Rich Coleman has made Bing the point man for Maple Ridge, he added. Bing said B.C. Housing and Fraser Health are the two lead agencies representing the

government. Non-profit or volunteer agencies or charities or even individuals could help out. If someone was to rent out a secondary suite for a homeless person that would be one less person on the street. “You get a few people doing that and all of a sudden you’ve got a whole bunch of people off the street.” Bing, a former Pitt Meadows councillor, said the City of Pitt Meadows is taking a different approach to the issue. “I think they tend to move people along.” Allowing people to stay on Cliff Avenue has worsened the problem, he added. Last week, there was about 30 tents at the homeless camp that

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Congrats, grads, you did it How does that old song go? No more pencils, no more books, no more teachers’ dirty looks? At the end of the 2014-15 school year, we’d like to congratulate all of graduating high school students. It’s worth celebrating that hundreds of educated, intelligent and capable young people from our community are marking a rite of passage into the rest of their lives. A lot of people will tell these grads that their diploma and cap and gown mark a beginning, not an end, and there’s truth to that. But that shouldn’t diminish this achievement. High school graduation is no small victory and it’s important that we recognize and appreciate these kinds of victories, because they don’t happen every day.

“In many ways, high school is the hardest thing we ever do.” In many ways, high school is the hardest thing we ever do, and we’re not just talking about scraping through Physics 12. We’re talking about scraping through Physics 12, while at the same time trying to eat lunch with the cool kids, wear the right style of jeans and get a date for prom. It’s a balancing act and it’s tricky, but we think high school is supposed to be hard. Students wonder when they’ll ever need to apply trigonometry lessons to real life. Well, it’s not so much about solving the equations as it is the problems and the challenges. Congratulations, grads, on this achievement. You did it.

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Helping Mother Nature heal “We’ve wounded this mountain. We have to close her wounds … for the wealth she’s given us,” – Howard, Treasure of the Sierra Madre.

n the 1948 movie, prospector Walter Huston tells Humphrey Bogart Along the Fraser we should all help Mother Nature heal her Jack Emberly wounds. They fill holes they dug looking for gold. On March 3, Pitt Meadows initiated a similar process for “unslightly materials” on farmland along Katzie Slough at the end of McTavish Road. Council instructed staff to report on the extent of the litter, and the jurisdiction of local bylaws, and provincial ministries in getting it removed. The city’s action followed pictures I showed Mayor John Becker on Feb. 27 after Scott Magri, of the Katzie Slough Restoration Project, and I viewed the site by canoe. Access to this historic waterway is blocked by private industry and berry fields. Magri and I found a put-in-point off Harris Road. The slough’s wounds include trees uprooted to the waterline despite a 2013 warning by Scott Resources Services, to “restore native vegetation” needed to counteract oxygen-depleting weeds. Still, ducks break into flight at our ap-

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proach; we pass a cottonwood tree dropped by a beaver. Beyond a tunnel under the Lougheed Highway, an outraged heron, a curious otter, life in this neglected ecosystem. Then, suddenly, the industrial and household trash – mattresses, tires, car bodies and parts, hog fuel, cement blocks. Embedded in the stream bank, plastic containers with unknown liquids - metals, oil-colored slicks, and bags of household trash. Dave Steele, a landowner, told me that he’s struggled unsuccessfully with the public dumping garbage for 25-30 years. “We’ve had mattresses, bags of diapers, guys dumping car parts there, and loads of dirt. We cleaned it all up five or six years ago, but some guys are too cheap to pay $10 to drop stuff off the dump or landscaping place.” But, added Steele, “We’ve got a lot of that stuff cleaned up. There’s a little metal waiting for the scrap man, and a few tires, that’s all.” Steel thinks his new $5,000 security system will end the dumping. “We’ve installed a gate that’s going to be locked, and a 24-hour camera that reads licence numbers. We’ll take action against dumpers.” Steele said he’s also reduced the hog fuel. The Agricultural Land Commission wants most of it removed. It’s asked the city to monitor the amount, and will take action if it doesn’t get compliance. Steele said he uses some hog fuel – which

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can leach into the water, “where trees are planted.” But, “we’ve pulled it back 30 metres from the edge of the slough, and hauled out 50 to 60 loads.” The city report on April 8 listed bylaws allowing fines from $100 $2,000 per day “for timely non-compliance” that prohibit “accumulated motor vehicle parts, filth, discarded materials and rubbish, building materials, and heavy construction materials.” Operations manager Kate Zanon said, “Pitt Meadows has not imposed penalties when the property owner has been compliant. We’re happy with the progress to date.” The clean-up in this case suggests cities can lead in the protection of the local environment, if supported by key provincial agencies that share jurisdiction. It’s not clear whether that’s happened fully with the Ministry of Environment. Zanon said MoE was contacted because the property line is in the waterway and, therefore, subject to provincial regulations and enforcement practices. “There’s been multiple emails to the MoE,” she told me. But, “staff have yet to receive notice of any action they will take.” I’ve asked MoE repeatedly to comment on the communication with Pitt Meadows, but haven’t received a response either. On the plus side, the site looks healthier. “It’s a lot nicer,” said Steele. Mother Nature will try to heal. For her gifts, she deserves help from all of us.

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online comments Less is more Christine Taylor · Re: Pitt Meadows mayor wants tolls cut on Golden Ears Bridge (The News, June 24). Less is more springs to mind and if they don’t try how will they ever know. They should do a month’s trial on this bridge and the Port Mann, where they drop it to a buck each way and let’s see the difference.

Greedy Mandi Kreutzwieser · Re: Pitt Meadows mayor wants tolls cut on Golden Ears Bridge (The News, June 24). If they dropped the toll to $1 each way they would see a 300 per cent increase in bridge use, which would mean a lot more money for them. I don’t know why they think being greedy is the way to get their money back. Just a little common sense.

Not enough Don MacLean · Re: Pitt Meadows mayor wants tolls cut on Golden Ears Bridge (The News, June 24). Mandy, your premise would command an increase in traffic from an average of 29,000 vehicles a day to 87,000 vehicles. Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows have a combined population of about 95,000 people. There aren’t enough people who would have a reason to cross the bridge from the four municipalities to make up this number. Assuming it did happen the Port Mann Bridge would suffer a corresponding loss. It’s not a matter of greed, it’s a matter of paying off the $808 million dollar cost plus interest. In addition the bridge is not owned by TransLink. They are leasing it back from the private builders that constructed it. The bridge does revert back to TransLink ownership in 2041. Any deficit in the amount of annual tolls must be made up by TransLink, which is the taxpayers.

Editor, The News: Re: Private collection is good (Letters, June 24). Louise Wilson is a bit confused about the cost of city pickup. I am in favour of a city service. Everyone always yells tax grab, but if you think about it, wouldn’t it be better to pay our own people, rather than have five or six trucks rumbling and squealing through the streets from 7:30

a.m. to 8:30 p.m. If you are now paying for private pickup, it must be around $25 a month, times 12 is $300. Isn’t that what the city is asking for? So how are we losing by dumping these private forprofit only companies and going with a once a week pickup for everyone? It will cost the same, just do the math. Maybe if the city did start

are infested with vermin, not just downtown, but the residential areas, as well. This garbage issue goes way beyond the political stuff. This could be a serious health and economic issue, given time and inattention. So much emphasis is being put on the homeless issue and constantly revamping downtown, things that affect us all are being ignored. E.L. Willmott Maple Ridge

NDP is only trying to win more votes Editor, The News: Re: Abolition (Guest view, June 19). Your recent editorial hinting that the NDP’s proposal that the Senate should be abolished is a good thing suggests that people need to think before supporting such an absurd proposal. First, the suggestion from the Supreme Court that a unanimous vote of all provincial legislatures would be necessary is only an opinion.

The Constitution requires seven provinces with a majority of the population to support the idea, along with the majority of both the House and the Senate. The likelihood that the Senate would vote in favor of abolishing itself is highly unlikely. The NDP is only using Canadian’s universal dislike for the Senate to win votes in the next election. The Liberal Party officially is against

changes in the Senate, so this is a way for the NDP to strip votes from Liberals, especially in the MP-rich provinces of Quebec and Ontario, who believe there may be a chance to finally rid ourselves of the Senate to finally gain power. I hope Canadian voters are smart enough to see through this disgusting plan. Graham Mowatt Maple Ridge

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was paid $10,000 for expenses. Director of fire services Don Jolley had a salary of $124,000 and $1,700 in benefits. Mark Roberts, director of finance and facilities, was paid $123,000 in salary and $7,000 in benefits. In the pay grade beneath that, the municipality had six other

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the salary costs. Members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees received a wage increase of 1.25 per cent in 2012 and 1.75 per cent in 2013. But those were paid retroactively in 2014. Overall, however, when all wages are considered, the city’s total salaries paid out last year was only $2.2 million more than 2013. With more Maple Ridge employees earning above $75,000, as a result, fewer are earning below that threshold. In 2014, that came to

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Watering limits to Stage 2 Reservoir drop a concern By Jef f Nage l Black Press

Tougher water use restrictions may soon be imposed by Metro Vancouver to conserve drinking water and slow a rapid plunge in reservoir levels. Barring a sudden deluge of rain, Metro water commissioner Carol Mason is expected to recommend the regional board approve a move to stage 2 water restrictions at its July 3 meeting. That would force residential lawn sprinkling to be cut to one day a week, ban aesthetic washing of driveways and sidewalks, as well as much use of pressure washers. Fountains and water features would be shut down and water play parks could only run with kid-activated buttons under stage 2 restrictions. (See chart below for details.) Watering of school yards, sports fields, park lawns, cemeteries, boulevards and golf course fairways would be cut to minimal levels, in most cases once a week. “We had a record dry

May, June is very dry and we’ve got hot weather coming up,” said North Vancouver City Mayor Darrell Mussatto, chair of Metro’s utilities committee. “We need either some rain to fall in significant amounts to get the reservoirs back up or we’re going to have to look at curtailing use.” Mussatto said the lack of rain and hot weather has been a “double whammy” driving demand up – water use is running 17 per cent above last year’s rate so far. On top of all that, the region had near-record low snow accumulation in the mountains, so the typical inflow into reservoirs is greatly reduced. Metro’s reservoirs were at 83 per cent capacity as of Wednesday but a graph comparing the water supply to historic trends shows an alarmingly steep drop in recent weeks towards record low levels. “That red line is not where we would like to see it,” Mussatto said. “The reservoirs are not getting filled up and we’re using more than we normally would, which is not a good combination.” He urges home owners to stop watering lawns

altogether as he has done. “You don’t need to water your lawn. It goes dormant. It doesn’t die.” People used to hosing down driveways and pressure washing decks should switch to a broom, he said. The region has asked B.C. Hydro to reserve extra water from the Coquitlam reservoir, which the Crown corporation manages, in case it’s required for drinking water. The region would have to pay Hydro up to $600,000

if it taps the extra water that might otherwise be used to generate electricity. Stage 3 and stage 4 water restrictions could be imposed under Metro’s Water Shortage Response Plan to further conserve water, if necessary. At stage 3, all lawn sprinkling is banned, and hot tubs and pools can’t be refilled. At stage 4, all watering of plants with treated drinking water is banned, all car washes, water parks

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Maple Ridge This Month JULY 2015 SPOTLIGHT ON: Canada’s Birthday Canada Day is July 1 and We’re Having a Party

Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It’s your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted.

The Canadian flag is 50 years old and Maple Ridge will celebrate this special milestone as part of the community celebration being held on Wednesday, July 1, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm in the heart of Maple Ridge, Memorial Peace Park. We’re celebrating our flag with a huge community art project. Everyone can participate through words, illustrations or photos. For example, write a poem or short verse about our nation or the flag. Draw a picture of the flag or the maple leaf or print off a photo of yourself or your family with the Canadian flag or your favourite maple leaf jersey and bring it to the park to add to the art project. If you forget to bring something to add you can sign your name and a short message to the project. Let’s see what we create as a tribute to the anniversary of our flag and our nation’s 148th birthday. Canada Day just keeps getting bigger and better in Maple Ridge, and this year the celebration will span the entire Memorial Peace Park site from 224 Street to the steps of the Arts Centre Theatre.

has crafted a style known as Urban Deception, a cool mix of urban street style magic combined with a comedic timing and slick stage presence. Don’t miss Matt roving in the park and his Bandstand show from 11:00 to 11:30 am is a ‘must see’ event.

Let’s start on the east side of the Park at the Mainstage located on the steps of the Arts Centre Theatre. Live music begins at 10:00 am and runs throughout the event. The official flag raising and protocol ceremony will happen at 12:30 pm and feature a march-in by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #88 Colour Guard and members of the Ridge Meadows RCMP in full ceremonial uniforms. We will need your help for this part of the celebration as we ask you to join in and proudly sing our national anthem.

Anchoring the west side of the park you will find the popular Haney Farmers Market who will join us for a special ‘Canada Day Market’ featuring the bounty of area farmers, chefs and artists. Just to the south of the Farmers Market in Memorial Peace Park you will find the Downtown Maple Ridge BIA Summer Market. If you haven’t shopped downtown in a while you will be delighted at the amazing local businesses that offer a large selection of goods and services.

RCMP officers will be walking throughout the park in their full red serge and would be proud to pose with you and your family for photos. In addition to our RCMP officers, the men and women of the Maple Ridge Fire Department will deploy the largest Canadian flag in the North Fraser and be on hand to pose for photos with the ladder truck and the giant flag. As we move west through the park there’s a giant activity area where you can participate in mini-golf, balloon twisting, face painting, crafts, mascots, prize giveaways, a trivia challenge, hydration station (bring your own cup or water bottle) and a multi-cultural food fair. New this year is street magician Matt Johnson. Matt is not your typical magician, instead he

This is our biggest Canada Day ever, and it’s made possible by an army of volunteers who have been working for months to make sure that you have a great Canada Day. Take a moment and say thanks to these wonderful folks who have invested their time in building this great event and our great community. Finally, we’re encouraging folks to dress in their best red and white Canada Day outfit and display your Canadian pride. Our volunteers will be looking for the best dressed citizens and awarding prizes. For more information about the Canada Day celebration please contact Dave Speers at dspeers@mapleridge.ca or call 604467-7433 Ext #1.

INFORMED: Tax Time Tips to Help You Meet the July 2 Deadline Without Lining Up The deadline is next Thursday, July 2 and with Canada Day, July 1, being a statutory holiday, you need to make sure you have your taxes paid on time! You can claim your Home Owner Grant online at mapleridge.ca by clicking on the ‘online services’ link on the left side of the home page. In fact, setting up a ‘My Maple Ridge’ account online will give you 24/7 access to your tax information and allow you to sign up for the paperless tax notification as well as track your payment history. It’s just one way to save time. Once you claim your Home Owner Grant you can pay the balance owing at most financial institutions either in person or by using your online or telephone banking.

You can drop off your Home Owner Grant and post-dated cheques at the secure drop box located at the west entrance of City Hall near the Economic Development Office as another way to avoid lining up. The box is cleared daily and will be cleared at midnight on July 2, 2015. Take a few moments to read through the materials that came with your Tax Notice and learn how you can avoid any line-ups. The illustration for this article is ‘Page 30’ of the 2014 Citizens Report. This publication can be found online at mapleridge.ca or on the racks in the lobby of City Hall. It’s a great way to learn how your tax dollars are invested in our community.

INFORMED: Canada Day Hours: July 1 Holiday Hours City Hall: Closed RCMP – Police Services Administrative Office: Open 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

INFORMED: July 2015 Council Meeting Schedule

Fire Hall No.1: Administrative Office: Closed

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Council Meeting Videos If you are unable to attend a Council Meeting, Public Hearing, Workshop, or Committee of the Whole meeting you can now watch these meetings on your computer 24/7. The entire unedited meetings are posted two to three days after the meeting. The video is indexed to the agenda package so that you can watch them in their entirety or click through by agenda item. Go to mapleridge.ca and click on the video link at the centre of the home page. In addition, Council Meetings, Workshops, and Committee of the Whole are now broadcast on the internet via live streaming using the same technology used for our live budget Q&A sessions. For more information about the live stream go to the ‘Council Meetings’ page at mapleridge.ca.

INFORMED: Keeping Trees Healthy Please Water Young Boulevard Trees During Stretches of Hot Weather During these stretches of hot weather we are asking for the public’s assistance in ensuring the survival of the young street trees in our areas. It is critical that they receive 15 gallons of water twice a week. We ask for your assistance in watering the trees in the boulevard bordering your home or business. The City of Maple Ridge gardeners take care of any pruning required so please do not prune these trees or raise the grade on the trunk of the tree. Burying the trunk of the tree or building soil or mulch up on the trunk of the tree will kill the tree. Please be sure to pass this information on to your family, friends, neighbours and co-workers! Thank you for your support. Together we can keep Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows green! For more information please call Parks & Leisure Services at 604-467-7364.

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Hammond turns off lights Power down saves $40 for day By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

group of Hammond elementary Grade 7 students showed the school district how it can achieve dramatic energy savings. Alexandra Tudose, the energy manager for School District 42, recently received an unusual request – an inquiry from Hammond student Meghan Toolsie, asking how much energy the school uses in a day. “I mostly receive correspondence from adults,” said Tudose. “But this little girl’s email to me was one of the most professional I’d ever read.” Meghan explained that she and three other students had an idea for an inquiry project for her school. They would conduct a power-down day at Hammond elementary, and see how much savings could be achieved by simply turning off lights and other electrical appliances.

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ALR reforms ease way for breweries, value-added By Jef f Nage l Black Press

Breweries, distilleries and meaderies will be allowed to open up on farmland in the Agricultural Land Reserve, provided they meet the same rules set out for wineries. That’s one of a series of reforms announced by the province that aim to make it easier for farmers to set up agricultural processing plants and otherwise earn more money from their land. As with wineries in the ALR, at least half the farm ingredients that go into the beer, spirits or mead must be grown on the farm. Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick noted hops farming is on an upswing in areas such as Chilliwack and Kamloops, and predicts the rule change will create an incentive for more farmers to take a risk and get into beverage production. “If that means you can enjoy some mead or some beer on a piece of farmland and that’s what it takes to get that farmland back into production, I’m okay with that,” Letnick said. ALR land can also now be leased for farming without applying to the Agricultural Land Commission – a move the province hopes gets more unused land into production. Another rule change will make value-added processing easier by letting farms band together as co-ops and count all their members’ crops toward meeting the same 50 per cent local content rule. That’s expected to allow clusters of farms to feed into a plant in the ALR that makes something like juice or jam without seeking ALC approval. Metro Vancouver previously registered concern that looser rules for non-farm uses may result in less land being farmed and a further climb in farmland prices beyond what new farmers can afford. “Some people wanted us to do more, some wanted us to do less,” Letnick said. “I firmly that believe

we’ve come up with the right balance that promotes agriculture and safeguards agriculture but also provide for more opportunities for farmers to earn income on their land.” Winery restaurants in the ALR will now be allowed to serve alcohol they didn’t produce, such as beer. Some reforms apply only on farmland outside the Lower Mainland, Letnick said, because he said farmers face a tougher struggle to earn a living in areas such as the Interior, North and Kootenays. A second home can now be built on large parcels of at least 50 hectares in the ALR’s rural Zone 2, provided residential uses make up less than 43,000

square feet. Letnick said that could allow farmers to build another house for family, lodging for workers, or a rental to earn extra money to support the farm. Similarly, retiring farmers in Zone 2 will be allowed to sell the farm, but lease back their farmhouse from the new farm owner, who can build another home on the property. It’s hoped that will help those retiring farmers sell their farms but encourage them to stay there and perhaps mentor a new, younger farmer, Letnick said, and meet the challenge of the coming “generational change” in agriculture. Second dwellings are still on the same parcel

of land, which can’t be subdivided without asking the ALC. More proposed reforms relating to agritourism are still being considered and are to be put to local governments for feedback in the fall. Asked if he intends to increase the ALC’s budget so it can hire more compliance and enforcement officers – just three officers patrol the entire province for violations like illegal fill dumping – Letnick said that’s under consideration. He said the ALC’s budget is now $3.4 million, up from $2 million, and potential increases will be discussed with new ALC chair Frank Leonard.

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his Canada Day marks the 50th anniversary of the Maple Leaf as the nation’s flag. Did you know, though, that the Maple Leaf has been this country’s only flag that it can call its own? According to Canadian Heritage, a federal department, Canada’s only other official flag has been the Union Jack, also known as the Royal Union flag, since confederation in 1867. While variations of what was known as the red ensign, a flag that resembles today’s provincial flags of Manitoba or Ontario, were used from 1871, through both world wars, and until 1965, the ensign never was Canada’s official flag. Just as well, because people today don’t recognize the ensign, even though it was just as common as the Union Jack before the Maple Leaf became our flag in 1965. Canadian Heritage says that the federal government twice tried to create a uniquely Canadian flag, first, after the First World War, then again after the Second World War, without success. Consensus just couldn’t be reached. But with Canada’s centennial birthday approaching, the government restarted the process again in 1964. After agonizing over dozens of different designs, a parliamentary committee composed of all parties agreed on the single, recognizable, red maple leaf on a white background.

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The Maple Ridge Fire Department has slapped a total burning ban on the city as tinder dry conditions persist. “All camp fires, refuse fires, are prohibited. Fireworks or pyrotechnics are all prohibited,” said assistant fire chief Mark Smitton. “Forestry, I think, is going to be pulling the plug pretty soon,” banning any campfires in Golden Ears Provincial Park, he added. Smitton said he’s never seen it this dry, this early. Usually it takes until the end of July before conditions get this dangerous. The Forest Fire Weather index has now moved to an extreme forest fire danger rating. That means construction activity within the urban and rural interface will be controlled.

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The pain drivers feel at the pump from high gas prices may soon also come with a jolt of shame for helping destroy the planet. A proposal gaining momentum with civic leaders in B.C. would see guilt-inducing climate change warning labels slapped on all gas pump handles. The non-profit group Our Horizon has been advancing the concept on the basis that warnings that graphically show the damage from climate change could nudge motorists to cut their emissions.

It’s inspired by cigarette package warnings that are credited in the decline of smoking and the example warning labels circulated by the group are similar in design. “Warning: Use of this fuel product contributes to ocean acidification which puts much marine life at risk of extinction,” states one label that comes with images of thriving and dead coral. West Vancouver council will bring a resolution before the Union of B.C. Municipalities in September asking the province to make the pump labels a requirement prov-

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ipal requirement gets challenged in court. “I personally hate spending public money on legal fees,” he said, adding his city will wait for provincial policy. Smith said he will vote in favour of his council’s resolution at UBCM. “It’s just a way of reminding the public that there’s a cost to be borne for using p e t rol e u m pro du c t s ,” Smith said. “ N o b o d y ’s advocating banning them. But you should be aware when you fill your car up that there’s an effect on the climate and on the environ-

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Cooling indoors means reducing heat By Kevin Gillies

ar be it from this space to complain about the sun and heat, considering how many months of the year we deal with clouds, drizzle and, with apologies to folks from other parts of Canada, winter we endure, but cooling suggestions are definitely timely. And cooling oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home during the hottest summer months can seem baffling at times. Does conventional wisdom say window fans should be placed to draw air in or out? Should ceiling fans draw upwind or force downwind in the home? And what about windows, shades, and awnings? Should north-side windows be left closed or open during the day? And are awnings better than shades? Efficient cooling of your home can save you money, energy, and improve the quality of your life. Experts from across the country agree on a variety of ways to reduce and cool a home during these dog days of summer.

Windows Reduce sunlight heat by using effective shade for east and west windows. Closing south- and westfacing curtains during the day, for any window that gets direct sunlight, and keeping them closed, too, can dramatically lower household heat. Installing white window shades or mini-blinds can reduce solar heat gain by 40 to 50 per cent. Hanging tightly woven screens or bamboo shades outside these windows during the summer can stop 60 to 80 per cent of the sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heat from actually getting to the windows. Installing awnings on southfacing windows, in places where thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s insufficient roof overhang to shade, also helps reduce heat.

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According to the Washington Post, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates that awnings can reduce solar heat gain by as much as 65 per cent on windows with southern exposures and 77 per cent on western-exposure windows. Some people have applied low-e, sun-blocking films to their windows to further reduce effect from the solar light. Try to keep the house closed tightly during the day to avoid allowing in unwanted heat and humidity. Ventilate the home at night either naturally or with fans.

Â Fans You can eliminate unwanted heat through ventilation if the temperature of the incoming air is 25 C or lower. This usually works best at night and on cool days. Using window fans for ventilation is a good option if used properly. The fans should be located on the downwind side of the home, and be facing out to draw cooler air in. A window should be open in each other room, with interior doors open to allow airflow. Ceiling fans can be used to make

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a room more comfortable when the mercury is reaching above 25ÂşC. A slow-turning, ceiling-mounted, paddle fan can easily provide enough airflow to compensate for higher temperatures. Â

conditioners properly to maximize its efficiency. Ensure your room A/C or the outside half of your central A/C is in shade, if possible to increase the unitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efficiency by five to 10 per cent. It is recommended that you clean your A/Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s air filter monthly during cooling season as normal dust build-up can reduce airflow by one per cent, per week. Be sure to properly size any new air conditioner you consider buying. Help from an energy auditor or air conditioning contractor is advised. And try not to air condition unused rooms and turn off your A/C when you leave for more than an hour. You might also want to check air conditioner ducts and insulate ducts that run through unheated basements, crawl spaces, and attics. If you live in a townhouse or condominium, be sure to check with your strata council or property manager before hooking up an air conditioner to ensure that is allowed. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a jam for A/C, you can always make one out of a cooler, an elbow pipe, a small fan and some ice. Just search YouTube for the instructions. Â Take heat-reduction into account when planning your summer dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s indoor activities too. Wherever possible, delay heat-generating activities â&#x20AC;&#x201D; such as dish washing, cooking â&#x20AC;&#x201D; until evening on hotter days. Use the outdoor barbecue instead of the indoor stove. Add a hammock and a cool beverage, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re set for summer.

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he Dynamo Throws Club of Maple Ridge is sending a parade of local shotputters and hammer throwers to U.S. colleges on scholarships, and this summer three of its top girls will be competing for their spot in the Pan American Games. Natasha Akbarizadeh, Olivia Moriconi and Kaila Butler will be part of Team B.C. at the national junior championships and Pan American Junior Trials, being held in Edmonton next weekend. Two of them were local high school track stars who have gone on to NCAA scholarships. Akbarizadeh is the top-ranked thrower heading into the meet, and it’s easy to see why. Training with her teammates at Maple Ridge secondary, she whirls around and launches the hammer, and the heavy steel ball sails like a centre fielder’s throw to gun down a runner at home plate. “Natasha’s technique is very, very sharp,” observes her coach, Bradley Graham, watching from a lawn chair nearby, and offering critiques and encouragement. “She absolutely puts everything she has into her throws. She’s the hardest working kid I’ve ever coached.” The coach puts his athletes through their paces – they launch heavy kettle bells, and pound on truck tires with a sledgehammer. Akbarizadeh gives her best at all of it. “She’s super explosive, and loves to throw,” said Graham. Moriconi stands out because she’s a gamer, bringing her best when it

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Natasha Akbarizadeh, the 2014 B.C. high school champion out of Garibaldi secondary, is the top-ranked junior hammer thrower in the country. counts. She won silver in hammer throw at the youth nationals as a Grade 9, and then won discus as a Grade 11. “She competes really well,” said Graham. “She prepares well, and she’s a super level-headed kid.” Physically Moriconi is a classic thrower, with quick feet and coordination that belie her powerful frame. “A year in a college weight room did her good,” noted Graham.

Moriconi is ranked third heading into the meet. They both have recently returned from their first seasons competing in the prestigious NCAA for American universities. Akbarizadeh has improved her personal best my over a metre in her freshman year. “If she throws like she has been, she should win the meet,” observed Graham. Those who qualify will compete

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at the Junior Pan American Games in Edmonton, July 31-Aug. 2. The Garibaldi grad was a 2014 B.C. high school champion and 2013 national youth champion, and that got her a track scholarship at Gardner Webb University in North Carolina. “It was a blast,” she said of her first year. “It’s got a small university vibe – you get to know a lot of people, and everyone is so friendly.” Her college coach has brought

her training to a new level. Especially in the weight room. She lives in a third-floor apartment, and her tired legs complain every time they have to ascend the stairs. But it has paid off. She placed fifth in the conference, and was the only freshman in the top eight. Next year she’s looking to move up, but she’ll have to go from 55 metres up to the 60s to compete with the best. See Dynamite, 31

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She’s still working on her fourth turn – she spins around four times, instead of the three turns she did in high school. She has to nail that technique down. “It’s another turn to give you more speed, and more energy,” she said. Akbarizadeh is studying psychology, thinking about becoming a high school counsellor, and her grades were just one B off of straight As. Moriconi, a Pitt Meadows secondary grad, was the 2014 B.C. high school shot put and discus champion, and the 2013 Canadian Youth Champion in discus. She’ll be throwing both events at the nationals. Moriconi will be entering her sophomore year at Utah State University. Her freshman year was great, but an

ankle injury held her back. She did hit a personal best in shot put at 13.07m, which is half a meter longer than her previous personal best. And she did really well in school, studying to become a physical therapist. Another member of the team who is attending is newcomer, Kaila Butler, a Grade 11 at Terry Fox secondary, who won silver in the shot put and hammer throw at the 2015 B.C. high school championships. Bradley is well known to the high school coaches in the school district, as he works with track athletes who want to specialize in the throwing events. The throwing team has a culture all its own. “Our group is small,” says Graham, “but built out of dynamite.”

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Olivia Moriconi, a provincial track and field champion in high school, is competing in the NCAA on a scholarship, and this month will compete for a spot on the Pan American Junior Games team.

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If Pitt Meadows Golf Club members are among the best chippers and putters in Lower Mainland golf, there’s a reason. They’ve been learning for three years from the masters of golf ’s short game – Dave Stockton and his son, Dave Jr. The club is now extending an invitation to non-members, male and female, to enter a draw to become one of 10 lucky guests at two clinics scheduled for July 16 at the club (13615 Harris Rd.). To enter the draw, contact Caylen Wallace, director of marketing and sales, at cwallace@ pittmeadowsgolf.com or phone 604-465-5431. Successful invitees will be notified by July 10. Pitt Meadows Golf Club members partici-

pate each Wednesday in a Men’s Night event, and the Stocktons have joined a Men’s Night each July since 2012. “They are honorary members of Pitt Meadows GC and have been generous in sharing their time and their short game expertise with our members.” said club pro Neil Roberts. The Stocktons are famed for their own skills – Dave Sr. being a five-time major winner on the PGA and Champions Tours as well as a Ryder Cup Captain. They are especially well known for their expertise and specialized training programs in all aspects of the short game. The two clinics, scheduled at 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., will take place at the club’s practice facilities, which now include a brand new driving range.

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CAMPBELL, Mildred Winnifred April 20, 1921-May 27, 2015 Mildred Campbell (nee Fouts) passed away peacefully after a short stay in Ridge Meadows Hospital in Maple Ridge, BC, on May 27, 2015 at the age of 94, with her family at her side. She is predeceased by brothers John and Bill and husband of 50 years Robert (Bob) Lincoln (predeceased in 1990). Milly is survived by her children Robert Wayne (Eileen) and Judy Lynne (Sieg) and five grandchildren Sean, Tessa, Robbie, and Cherie and Shelley (twins) and seven great grandchildren Zoe, Trent, Vanessa, Jorden, Ashley, Jonathan, and Catherine. Mom’s centre of being was her family. It was Mom that brought the family (and close friends) together on many occasions with her open heart and delicious dinners at her homes in Burnaby and Green Lake (Whistler) and visits later in life at homes in Coquitlam and Maple Ridge. They were always much anticipated events and a precious time to re-connect with everyone. Since 2002, Milly lived independently at Panorama in Maple Ridge where she bonded with loving and supportive friends Joyce Herrod and Joyce Walker. Mom instilled by example the qualities of honesty, compassion, sincerity, and laughter in three generations of family and many friends and she will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew her. A Memorial Celebratory Tea will be held for family and friends on Sunday, July 26, 2015, from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm at Maple Ridge Seniors Activity Centre, 12150-224th Street, Maple Ridge. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the McKenney Creek Hospice, 11762 Laity St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2A3 or BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, 938 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4.

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CHILDREN HANNAH, Andrew July 2, 1926 - June 21, 2015 Born in Whitburn, Scotland on July 2, 1926. Arrived in Haney in 1928 with his mum, dad, sister (Nan) and his Aunty Jenny. He lived on McIntosh Street. He is predeceased by his parents, Nancy & Andrew; and sisters Nan & Nellie. Survived by his wife Joan; children Colleen (Kevin) and Andrew (Katie); grandchildren TJ, Ethan, Lily, McKenna, Drew & Hayden; his brothers Bobby & George; his sister Betty; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends and family are invited to share in a celebration of his life on Sunday, June 28 from 2-5:00 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #88 12101 224th Street, Maple Ridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca .Harmony Daycare

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PACELLA, Joe (Giuseppe) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joe. Born in Balvano, Italy, on March 31, 1930, he died peacefully at his home in Maple Ridge on June 22, 2015. He will be remembered lovingly by his beloved wife of 55 years Anna, children Maria (Peter), Carmelina (Fred), and Frank, grandchildren Christopher, Alexander, Jessica, Julianna and Justin, his sisters Carmina and Rosa (Antonio), brother Luigi (Antonietta), and his many relatives in Italy, Uruguay, Canada and the United States. He was predeceased by brothers Vincenzo, Antonio, Gerardo, Vito and Donato.

Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, June 26th, 2015 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 22561 121st Avenue, Maple Ridge. Interment in Maple Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation; www.rmhfoundation.com Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca

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GIS Business Support National Sales (Temporary position) The National Sales office of Black Press is looking for a successful candidate to assist its GIS department. The suitable candidate will possess an excellent understanding of GIS related technologies/database systems and be able to work in a fast paced environment. The candidate will assist the GIS Analyst in the provision of demographic data, maintain and update distribution database, and thematic maps to sales staff and clients for the purpose of target marketing. You are: • A Capable, well spoken, intelligent, self-motivated and highly organized individual • Knowledgeable and proficient on the GIS applications and systems which you use and have a desire to learn new applications and systems • Ability to learn and understand information technology concepts as they apply to our flyer distribution operations • Someone who is looking for challenge and willing to work under pressure We are:

This position is part of the core office team in our Langley office and is a challenging admin. position requiring many different skill sets to deal with all aspects and components of the position. This position acts as a liaison between the Accounting dept. and the Sales/Shipping dept. with respect to the invoicing and inventory. Responsible for compliance with The Langley Concrete Group’s policies and procedures, timely and accurate invoicing, inputting of deposits, as well as inputting & monitoring of all documents, transactions and records impacting the Accounts Receivable system.

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The Langley Times is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Send your resume with cover letter by June 30th, 2015.

~ Free Estimates ~

604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246

CONCRETE & PLACING

NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured

. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620

EAGLE TILE

D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure

UNIQUE CONCRETE

A - 20779 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge

When QUALITY Matters

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Posting closes on Tuesday June 30th, 2015

all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.

17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows

PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY

604-465-3189

DRYWALL

CASCADE DRYWALL. Res / Comm Drywall, taping, text. ceilings, t-bar. steel stud. Call Rob 604-218-2396.

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ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322

ASPHALT GRINDINGS WHOLESALE GRAVEL

HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations -

CHOICE RENOVATIONS

7 DAY DELIVERY

. Lawns N More. Free Estimates. Res. Comm. Strata. 604-202-1956

S. H. LANDSCAPING TREE SERVICES

Bsmt suites, bathrooms, windows siding, H/W tank installation, etc NO JOB TOO SMALL

Call 604-897-5850

Trimming W Pruning W Topping Clean-upW Garbage Removal

Gardening

Gary 467-3024

Flower Beds W Allan Blocks Bark Mulch W River Lava Rock

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

Weeding W New Turf Fertilizing W Moss Control Power Raking W Aeration

Cellular 604-671-9694

Lawn Care

Fencing & Allan Block Free Estimate 19 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows

Top Line Projects Ltd. Established 1994

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GARDENING

604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724

D Home Repairs D All types of carpentry D Renovations

JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369

Call Mike 604 - 306 - 4468 VECTOR RENO’S

Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327

312 MAINTENANCE SERVICES

TOTAL RENOVATIONS Repair, Replace, Remodel...

SPECIALIZING IN • Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

Prompt Delivery Available

7 Days / Week

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. 9 Bark Mulch 9 Lawn & Garden Soil 9 Drain Gravel 9 Lava Rock 9 River Rock 9Pea Gravel

Circulation

NO Wood byproducts used

604-463-0718 eagletileandnaturalstone.com

FREE ESTIMATES

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Your local natural stone distributors. Custom made Granite Countertops. Slate, Granite, Marble, Tile, Tumbled Stone. Large selection of Porcelain & Ceramic. Sales & Service

F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured

If you are up to the challenge, please send your resume to: Kelly Myers Advertising Manager The Langley Times 20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4E6

41011003 - 120 Ave, 120B Ave, 121 Ave, 121A Ave, 121B 41011009 - 117 A Ave, Bonson Rd, Hammond Rd, Wildwood Cres.N. 41011033 - Callaghan Close, Carter Close, Hoffmann Way, Sutton Ave, Thorburn Way. 41011062, 41021962 - (bulk) - 191 St, 124 Ave, McMyn Rd.

604.465.2944

*Rototilling *Levelling *Gardens *Loader Work *Brush Cutter *Plowing

You will also be proficient in Mac, Excel and Word programs. The Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines is a must. Competitive Base Salary, Commission, Cell and Car Allowance. A car and a valid drivers license is required.

Available routes in Pitt Meadows

brian@mapleridgenews.com

SALES

The Langley Times has an opening for a Multi Media Sales position.

HELP WANTED

604.476.2740

**Don’t be Stumped**

DESIGN

Multi Media Sales

We are an industry leader of building products, located in Surrey, and we are growing. Top notch warehouse worker / driver with a positive attitude with willingness to learn and ability to do heavy lifting is required for immediate start Monday-Friday. The team is hard working, the work environment is fast-paced with good people, and the benefits are excellent. If you have class 5 DL, are dedicated, have leadership ability and are looking for good solid employment send your resume & abstract: Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com

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* WCB *Insured *Licensed

mariescustomized cleaning@gmail.com 604-467-1118

HERFORT CONCRETE

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Tree Topping, Tree Removal, Pruning, Fruit Trees, Hedges, Lawn Cutting & Clean-ups, Garden Maintenance, Stump Grinding.

* We do Move-outs * Chemical Free

242 Bookkeeping & Accounting Payroll, Year-end, Financial Statements, Income Taxes E-FILE Service Ph: 604-465-2123 Cellular: 604-788-0161

Let us SPRING into action

778-387-7291

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

“We Are Growing Again”

Email your resume to:

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ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

LANDSCAPING

Den’s GarDENing Services & Trees

• Lawn Cut • Weed Eating • Garden Bed Maintenance • Hedge Trimming • Aerating • Fertilizing • More

SPRING SPECIAL! Detailed House Cleaning

300

Strata, Commercial & Residential Services Weekly / Bi-Weekly Rates

Since 1985 604-808-0212

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

G & T Landscaping

Weekly, Bi-Monthly - Best Rates!

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

F/T Delivery Driver/ Crane Operator

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Residential & Commercial

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

BEST CLEANERS

+ 604-217-5205 +

Class 1 or 3 licence with a clean drivers abstract. Must have a min of 2 yrs exp. and a crane ticket. Email your resume to: alex@haneybuilders.com or drop off your resume in person

CLEANING SERVICES

MAIDS R’ US

35 yrs exp. Guaranteed Results

NOW HIRING

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SHANTI PSYCHIC + STUDIO +

Haney Builders Supplies

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

(604)465-1311

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

meadowslandscapesupply.com

288

HOME REPAIRS

RETIRED carpenter wants to keep busy. Small carpentry jobs. Will repair or build new Ken 604-460-7803 Interlawn Landscape Services Commercial / Res. 604-356-9273

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Just one of the reasons to call LocalWorkBC.ca for all your job recruitment needs.

1-855-678-7833

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 542

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

U PICK

BLUEBERRIES $1 per lb.

19003 McQuarrie Rd. 551

GARAGE SALES

BLOOMERS 12776 - 256 St. Maple Ridge

Open Fridays 1pm - 9pm Saturdays 10am - 6pm Baskets starting at $5. We also do custom made baskets using your own containers. Basket Stuffers and all 2.5`` Vegetable Plants are buy one get one 50% off. Fresh Eggs& Fresh Vegetables. Cash & Credit accepted

visit www.bcfarmfresh

551

GARAGE SALES

MAPLE RIDGE

GARAGE SALE

Sat, June 27th, 9am-4pm 11735 Lighthouse Court Ladies size 10/12 Dress Clothes, Indoor/Outdoor Toys, Decor items and Lots More!! ALL CLEAN & IN GOOD COND!

GARAGE SALE Saturday June 27th, 8am-1pm

12580 Gray Street off 126th Ave

Saturday, June 27/2015 10 am - 3 pm 12722 227 St Maple Ridge

Small tools, repair equipment, too much to list. Old magazines, old reel tapes, picture frames & some photo equipment. No kids items.

Lots of scrapebooking & crafts items, furniture, household & misc items

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

$59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

320

MOVING & STORAGE

Running this ad for 10yrs

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.

$$CASH $$ for your furniture, tools, electronics, antiques, appliances, computers & collectibles.

TOPSOIL

• • •

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

Single Items to Entire Households 604-463-4449 604-209-6583

42” Round Birch table with leaf pedestal base, 4 Conner Birch chairs. $1500: (604)380-0323

TREE SERVICES

VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE 45+ Abbotsford, Ruskin 55+ Abby, Ruskin, Mission, Hope Chuck 604-830-1960

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PORT COQUITLAM 775-3000sqft. Ground floor commercial space. Office / retail / service type business. Facing onto city park. 2 blks from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

736

706

741

Unbelievable Rates, Starting at $495/month. Various sizes 320sf. - 2000sf. Various downtown locations. Updated and well maintained.

2 Bedroom Apartments BRIGHT & LARGE Central Coquitlam Co-op Seniors Only Building No subsidy Cls to transit, schools & shops

Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty

604-463-3000

Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca

746

Derek Manor

NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.245.9069

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

MIRACLE MOVING

Pay-Less Pro Painting

Summer EXT/INT SPECIAL LOOK for our YARD SIGNS D Free Estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing

Serving Tri City 35 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days

Scott 604-891-9967 paylesspropainting.com

Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

2048 Manning Ave. Port Coquitlam

Rooms from $445/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

604-941-5452; 604-944-7889

Haney Motor Hotel

Impeccably Clean!

22222 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Inquire in person between 9am - 3pm or

APARTMENT/CONDOS

ANCORA HOUSING SOCIETY Non-Profit Seniors Housing (55+)

2 bdrm. 850 sq. ft. Apt.

Refund. Membership fee $55,000

Max. 2 people - No pets Low monthly maintenance fee includes hydro. Close to hospital & all amenities.

A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, Senior rates, Free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 20 Yrs exp. No job too small.Call 778-980-0717

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604-870-8831 / 604-854-5408 ancorahousing@gmail.com

PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005

625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Call 604-467-3944 750 Good Apartment Sizes Heat SH/W S Parking 1 & 2 bdrm. Avail July 1 $810/mo. No Pets Ref’s & Credit check req’d

MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrms available $840/mo & $940/mo

Great Location

Queen Anne Apts.

752

TRANSPORTATION 845

and Hydro

TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

Smart Cleaning Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning.

Spring Cleaning Special

Tree Removal/Topping/Spiral Thinning/Hedge Trimming/Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. WCB/Fully Insured

$25 Off with this Ad

604. 862. 9797 www. smart-cleaning.ca

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

Jerry, 604-500-2163

Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured

PETS 477

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

OFFICE/RETAIL

741

OFFICE/RETAIL

TWO INDIVIDUAL OFFICES • 10’ X 8.5’ available • Includes heat, A/C & window

ONE CORNER OFFICE • With windows on 2 sides • Plumbed with sink and shower 10’x9.5’ • Includes heat & A/C and hydro

All offices on second floor, downtown Maple Ridge location, new and clean with one shared washroom on the floor. One year minimum lease subject to credit and criminal check.

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

The Scrapper

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings MAPLE RIDGE

Reno’d 1 Bdrm suite $720/mo Util + sec pkng extra

No pets. Close to amen.

Two storey basement home with great room concept & deluxe open kitchen. Views of the valley, 3 bay garage off lane, games room & 3 large bedrooms on top floor. Offered at $569,900. Call Steve or Gloria Hamilton

RE/MAX LifeStyles Realty 604-467-8881

627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOMES BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

McIntosh Plaza Suit Mature Adults

22330 McIntosh Avenue

(604)463-6841

Polo Club Apartments 19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

604.465.7221

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 MANX (Bobtail) Kittens, born March 25, 2 males , charcoal grey with stripes, $75, Mission, 604-820-4827 MINI DACHSHUND puppies - born June 6, males & females, smooth coat, red. Raised by 13 yr old girl, well socialized. 1st shots & dewormed, $850 (will go toward education fund) 604-820-4827 Mission.

1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP. Fam./Pet ok. $39,900 w/$575pad Partial view. Chuck 604-830-1960

TRAVEL with bcclassified.com

604 575 5555

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com TOY POODLES P/B puppies ready July 21st, reddy-brown, shots & dewormed, $1500. (604)814-3404

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 542

Contact Jim at 604-476-2720

HOUSES FOR SALE

Uplands View Lot

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

741

626

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

Ref’s & Credit Check Req’d.

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

OFFICE/RETAIL

5 Bdrm custom built home across from French Immersion, on c/d/s. Newly reno’d. Call Rani to view by appt only 604-941-3977. Open house 10am-3pm. Sat & Sun, June 27th & 28th, 1691 Renton Ave Port Coquitlam. $950,000

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

Near Shopping & Amenities.

PRESSURE WASHING

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

Includes: Heat, Hot Water

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423

SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, grnd lvl suite,1200 s/f, priv ent, d/w, shared, laundry, full access to yard Avail now. Ns/np. Work ref’s req’d. Suit 1 or 2 people. $1050/mo incl utils. Call 778-858-5256

* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet

#1 IN SERVICE & RATES. H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932

604 - 720 - 2009

741

ROOMS FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD

341 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

OFFICE/RETAIL

Maple Ridge Office & Retail Space

APARTMENT/CONDO

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

HOMES FOR RENT

MAPLE Ridge, West Central, 3bdrm rancher, 5 appls, ns/np, $1350. Avail now. Refs. 604-496-2718

REAL ESTATE 609

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

~ Since 1987 ~

ANYTHING OF VALUE

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

SBroken Concrete RocksS $25.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $25.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

#1 Cash Buyer

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

Antique / vintage tea sets,doilies, sm silver items, park bench, records, books, household, garden, plants, stain glass supplies, Everlast punching bag. etc

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

FURNITURE

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865

MOVING SALE

Maple Ridge Sat & Sun June 27 & 28 9am to 3

www.paintspecial.com

548

PITT MEADOWS

Sunday June 28 10am - 4pm 19844 FAIRFIELD AVE

RENTALS

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

9Dump Site Now Open9

Check us out you won’t be disappointed!

Saturday & Sunday June 27 & 28 8am start #20 - 22555 116th AVE

12141 Glenhurst St.

MISC SERVICES

Ph: (604)465-5013 Open 7am - Sunset

Maple Ridge

Tools, Garage Shelving & misc.

317

Pitt Meadows

GARAGE SALES

Maple Ridge

LOTS OF GOOD STUFF Some Tools & Clothes

GARAGE SALE

551

REAL ESTATE

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

ALL Natural, No Spray, Blueberries. U-Pick/We pick. Tanoa Farms, Pitt Meadows. 604-897-6303/ 460-6408

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $99,988. *New SRI 14’ wide $74,900. Repossessed mobile homes from $1900. www.glenbrookhomes.net

MANUFACTURED HOMES. MOBILE HOMES. MODULAR HOMES. NEW & USED Call Chuck at 604-830-1960 ~ your local SRI dealer ~

On November 27, 2013, at the 11000 block of Burnett Street, Maple Ridge, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Ridge Meadows RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: an LG flip phone, on or about 14:00 Hours, and $3,005 CAD, on or about 15:00 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was a warrant authorized by the court pursuant to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada (CDSA) to seize evidence in respect of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (possession for purpose of trafficking) of the CDSA. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-2832, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil

Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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