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Leadership lacking at Pitt airport â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Economic opportunities being missedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

No matter who runs Pitt Meadows airport, there are disgruntled business owners and tenants to satisfy. Dysfunction in leadership is depriving the communities of the full potential of what could be an economic driver, says Ron Blakely, who has had a long relationship with the airport. He has flown a plane out of YPK since 1980, had an aircraft repair shop there in the 1990s, and continues to own a hangar there. He has also lived across Ford Road from the airport since 1991. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have observed with interest the performance, since about 1997, of three successive regimes of airport administration. It has not been a story of success,â&#x20AC;? he said. In 1986, Transport Canada transferred control of YPK to Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. See Airport, 16

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Do we want to host shelters?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Maple Ridge to hold homelessness forum By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

Work is underway on fixing up the former Sleep Shop building and by October the 40-bed temporary shelter will open and the dismantling of the Cliff Avenue homeless camp can begin. The two are connected because unless people have a place to go,

bylaws and police cannot tell campers to move along. But what happens at the end of March when the city shelter closes is another question. Maple Ridge council and the community need to address that, says Coun. Corisa Bell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think we need to see more feedback on what the community wants to see.â&#x20AC;? She voted against the location of the temporary shelter, not against a shelter, just putting it downtown. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a really challenging, multi-

layered conversation. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no right answer. In Canada, we need our federal government to step up.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unacceptable that Canada doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a national housing strategy, she added. Bell said Mayor Nicole Read is working on holding a community forum, at which people can share their views on how to address homelessness in Maple Ridge. But the city and community has some decisions to make. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have to decide too, as a community, if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we want, is

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to be a community that provides permanent shelter. Once you build one shelter, then you probably very likely need to build more permanent shelters,â&#x20AC;? Bell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Maple Ridge needs to decide, how does it feel about being a community that is one of the main shelter providers?â&#x20AC;? Maple Ridge council has asked B.C. Housing to stop the $1 million it pays the Salvation Army yearly to run the 25-bed emergency shelter at the Caring Place. See Shelter, 10

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Pitt Meadows won’t clean up own tree Resident told to pay for removal bill on his own By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

n Pitt Meadows, you don’t own a tree on the boulevard in front of your property until it becomes an expense, according to Archie Blankers, one of many residents with a tree blasted by Saturday’s storm. The 30-foot tree in his front yard, near the sidewalk, had two large, main branches that broke off in the Saturday’s high winds. Now it’s dangerously lopsided and has to come down. And the city says Blankers has to pay for its removal. The damaged tree should be the city’s responsibility, he maintains, because it is on the street side of his water shutoff – on city property. Reinforcing that point, city hall has already claimed ownership of the tree. About two years ago, Blankers approached the city to have the tree either pruned back or removed. He was worried that the tree, which was a two-metre sapling when he moved in 30 years ago, had grown into a hazard. City hall’s horticulture supervisor said “hands off,” telling him it was a healthy tree. As Blankers predicted, Saturday’s high winds tore main branches from the tree. They fell and blocked off 114B Avenue, but fortunately the only casualty was the tail light of his neighbour’s truck. He and the neighbours cut and piled the branches. City staff showed up and took away the material on the street, but left the blocks of wood that were on his lawn. Blankers called the city and asked that they remove the maimed tree entirely, saying it is now dangerous and likely to fall. City hall agreed and gave him permission to cut the tree – at his own expense. The city maintained the tree is not its responsibility. “It’s on the street side of the water cutoff, which makes it a city tree. Technically, it is

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Archie Blankers doesn’t thinks it’s fair that the city wouldn’t let him remove the tree before, but now that it’s been damaged by last weekend’s storm, it wants him to pay to take it down. a city tree. But because they didn’t plant it, they are disavowing responsibility,” Blankers said. “They’re hiding behind a technicality.” Blankers has received quotes of $650 and $700 to have the tree removed. Complicating its removal is a B.C. Hydro box positioned at its base, which could be damaged if the tree fell. Because of the large number of problem trees after the storm, he cannot get the work done for about a week. “I don’t think I can wait much longer than that,” adding that he will have to pay for the tree removal, petition the city to change its policy, and then hope to be reimbursed.

He spoke with Pitt Meadows Mayor John Becker, who invited him to attend a council meeting, to ask for the policy change. “Everyone has been nice, but nothing’s going my way,” said Blankers. Becker said he sympathizes with Blankers, but city policy can’t be applied on an ad-hoc basis – it must be the same for everyone. That policy says the city will prune and look after the trees that it plants, and it maintains a database of all of that topiary. When the city inherits trees that other parties have planted on the city right of way, it retains some ownership rights about what is done to those trees – such as cutting or prun-

ing. However, the policy said such a tree’s removal is the responsibility of the property owner. “That is the current policy. I concede, it seems a little odd,” said Becker. “I take his point.” He suggested there is potential for change, saying the new council is “looking at things with new glasses on.” Becker added that changing the policy could cost the city thousands of dollars more every year. Blankers said a “meathead” must have written the boulevard tree policy in Pitt Meadows.

City council set to question federal candidates By Phil Melnychuk pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

For the first time, the City of Maple Ridge will be involved in a federal election. On Monday, Coun. Corisa Bell’s idea of holding an all-candidates forum in the Maple Ridge Seniors Activity Centre was supported. The time and date of the forum are to be determined. Voting day for the federal election is Oct. 19. The intent is to enhance communication

between local and federal governments and to help the public sort out the differences at each level. “Whatever we say in campaign time, let’s achieve those things together,” Bell said. “Let’s all be in the same space and show the public we can work together for common issues on behalf of the people we work for.” Once the election results are in, it’s hoped that such a meeting will impel whoever’s elected to fulfill any commitments. “We really want the community to see us work together in order to find solutions

for Maple Ridge.” Bell initially bounced the idea off Mayor Nicole Read, who liked the idea. “I’m just so happy to have a mayor who supports open government and public engagement,” Bell said. All of council is expected to be there and, so far, most candidates are responding positively. Green Bell candidate Peter Tam and Liberal candidate Dan Ruimy have said they’ll attend, while Conservative Mike Murray

has to clear it with his campaign manager. She’s waiting to hear from NDP candidate Bob D’Eith. Another goal of the forum is to attract younger voters, so Bell is looking for a moderator who could fulfill that function. “We’re going to make it a big community event.” It’s going to be a positive atmosphere and help the community. “All the candidates will be there. I know they will be. How can you miss this event, it’s going to be like history setting?”

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Some sense Advances in technology can put lawmakers in serious catch-up mode, such as the case with drones. Some cities have developed bylaws regarding drones. And Transport Canada will presumably provide small municipalities who can’t develop meaningful legislation on this issue with some teeth when it comes out with new regulations on unmanned aircraft next year. Another advance in technology – the proliferation of cell phones – has proven deadly in B.C., where one quarter of traffic fatalities can be attributed to distracted driving. Ten years ago, distracted driving meant eating or turning around to help a child in the back seat. Legislation is in place, and enforcement campaigns frequent, in regards to distracted driving in B.C. But before drones, before cell phones, before electricity, there was something called common sense. Most would know it’s not OK to buzz a drone over a group of people doing yoga, The same for texting while driving. Such is the state of our world that laws must be put in place because many humans have lost any tenuous grip they once had on common sense. It seems the speed of technological advances in our society is only matched by the backwards slide in our ability to use our brains. – Black Press Tell us what you think @ www.mapleridgenews.com

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t’s an email from Mike, the owner of a chuckwagon diner at the Gold Trail RV Park in Clinton, B.C. Along the Fraser Scott, my Cariboo sidekick, and I dug into Jack Emberly the “world famous” barbecue after back-country horseback riding. Wayne, our wrangler and trail guide, recommended it. “You’ll get a good feed at Mexican Mike’s Roadkill Grill.” Mike, I later learned, was born in Mexico, of Spanish and French parents. A sign in The Road Kill declares, playfully, “you kill it; we’ll grill it.” But rodent isn’t on the menu. “The marmot’s fresh this morning.” Mike’s standard welcome amuses farmers, ranchers, townsfolk, and RVers here for the buffet: “organic” garden vegetables, garlic toast, a choice of grilled salmon, steak or pork ribs, and, of course, a cowboy’s staple – baked beans, all for about $13. “This is cowpoke country,” Mike, a longtime restaurateur, told me when he moseyed over to our table with a Budweiser. “When I got here 18 years ago, I thought

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cowboys gotta like beans and barbecue. I was right.” A woman displaying books at a table smiled. Joei Carlton Hossack, a travel writer, was singing along to Patsy Cline on classical country radio – Willie’s Roadhouse on Sirius XM – in Nashville. “You walk by and I … fall to pieces,” they sang. Hossack, a regular fixture here, told me she was writing a book about Mike. “He’s a real character, and a great chef. Come back tomorrow for more. Most people do.” Mike dismissed the cooking courses. “Anybody can cook,” he insisted, plopping two racks of ribs on the grill. “Have these ready in few minutes,” he told Scott, who was scooping beans and casserole onto his plate. “Make sure you use the right ladles,” Mike ordered. “Okay, buddy,” Scott replied, obediently. “But, where’s the salad kept?” “Salad’s for rabbits,” Mike retorted. “This food’s for men,” he added, with a wink. I make a note of laughter at the table behind me. Mike’s persona is a crotchety Gabby Hayes, the crusty cook on a John Wayne cattle drive who rustled up grub for hungry cowboys while barking stern warnings like, “keep your gal-darn hands out of the sugar jar, you polecat, and stay outta that cookie dough.” In true form, Mike noted that I hadn’t picked up a plate and seized the moment.

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“What’s your partner doing over there,” he said to Scott. “Tell him to get his arse off that chair and help himself. Nobody going to serve him.” “Yes, sir, Cooky,” I replied, digging into spicy rice and a zucchini and cauliflower casserole any chef would be proud of. Mike’s visitors include Europeans in search of an authentic wild west, and Americans on route to the Yukon or Alaska who will never be without it. Their comments fill guest books that Mike was happy to share, testimonials praising a unique host and Texas style “barbecue” that reminded them of home. “This place is a kick in the pants,” wrote Gary from Washington State. “Great food and sarcasm,” noted another. “Fantastic meal, and the comedy act ain’t bad either.” Mike says he’s lived in 12 countries, and now spends half of each year in the Philippines, having acquired a fondness for the people and the country. When you pay your bill, he shows you a photo of orphaned kids there opening presents he’s delivered. It’s wrapped around a jar for tips Mike says fund the gifts and annual Christmas parties. “This year, the event is for homeless street kids,” Mike told me. Like Gabby in the movies – he’s crusty on the outside, softer in the middle. Jack Emberly is a retired teacher, local author and environmentalist.

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THE NEWS/letters Let’s do the math Blame game is ‘nonsense’ Editor, The News: Re: City wants Sally Ann out (The News, Aug. 26). Correct me if my math is wrong. We, the taxpayers, are telling the Sally Ann to close the Caring Place. The municipality will provide shelter for 40 people. In reality, we will create 15 new places because we will have to deduct the 25 places that will disappear when the Sally Ann closes shop. Volunteers were asked to help to establish a task force. Out of a population of more than 76,000 people, 35 offered their services. To put it mildly: a staggering lack of interest. Or was the majority smart enough not to fall into this tender trap? Jan de Zeeuw Maple Ridge

Editor, The News: Re: City wants Sally Ann out (The News, Aug. 26). It’s a sad day that our city council and mayor pander to the opinions of public opinion. Making the Caring Place a scapegoat for the people living on Cliff Avenue, for needles in parks and such, is nonsense. Mayor Nicole Read said the community has lost faith in the Salvation Army, but did she talk to? I was never asked or polled about the Caring Place or other concerns about our city. I’ve lost faith in Maple Ridge council to come to a better solution for helping the homeless, downtrodden and those suffering from mental illnesses or addictions. At least the Caring Place is trying to

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help our community. I know people who volunteer there weekly, and there is value in the Salvation Army and the work it does. Getting rid of the Caring Place won’t solve anything. Maybe the temporary shelter will work. But basing important decisions on a minority of people is faulty leadership. Listening to “popular opinion” might gain Mayor Read popularity, but the underlying issues will still remain. Eric Fehr Maple Ridge

‘Scapegoat’ Editor, The News: I think that Maple Ridge is being meanspirited with the local Salvation Army. I

volunteer there and the people there do tremendous good work all around. It is not the fault of the Salvation Army that the need for housing, social programs, or addiction programs far exceeds its capacity to manage it. One of the reasons I admire and support the work of the Salvation Army is because it looks after people that no one else will. It is obvious that Mayor Nicole Read and city council do not understand the issues of homelessness, mental health and addiction. These are complex issues and there are no quick fixes. Go after the province and health care system to provide funding and services, but don’t make the Salvation Army the scapegoat. Faye Cottingham Maple Ridge

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‘Sally Ann did good’ Nancy McConnell · Re: ‘Had to move on Sally Ann’ (The News, Sept. 2). They will certainly need more than two support workers to provide a safe environment. Perhaps the city can meet with Fraser Health to ensure speedy access to detox, treatment facilities for those who want it, also speedy access to mental health services. The Salvation Army, I believe, did a good job and I am sure it will provide the numbers to prove it. It is extremely difficult to access services in Maple Ridge and the blame cannot be put solely on the Salvation Army.

Editor, The News: Re: ‘Unacceptable behaviour’ by city (Letters, Sept. 2). In answer to “City shelter will go downtown,” I am glad that there is finally one place where the street people can be placed – the vacant Sleep Shop.

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I wouldn’t want the Salvation Army to be moved, although Mayor Nicole Read said there are many who have lost faith in it. But there are so many who have not and I am one of them. If you read Bradley Christianson’s letter on Aug. 28, you will get a good

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Bylaws remove squatters from rural property on 224th Owner billed for clean-up

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Police and bylaws removed a homeless camp from a rural property on 224th Street Tuesday. That left one of the people staying on the premises wondering where he was supposed to go next? “Are we supposed to head to tent city,” said Joe Madore. He and his wife had been living in the barn on the 17-acre property at 129th Avenue for two months and was paying a lady $250 a month to do so. “As far as we were concerned, everything was legitimate,” Madore said. “We were told we could stay there in the barn. The next thing we know, we’re getting thrown out today.” Clean-up crews arrived with an excavator. At least one car was removed along with an RV and tools and garbage. According to Maple Ridge bylaws director Liz Holitzki, a woman brought her trailer on to the property, unbeknownst to the actual owners, who live in Vancouver. Over time, the woman started bringing people on to the site, but she had no right to be on the property, Holitzki added. If it wasn’t for complaints from the neighbours about the mess and about people and coming and going from the premises, bylaws wouldn’t have known. “We spent two days cleaning the property up,” said Holitzki. She said the owner agreed to the city’s cleanup action and accepts the cost will be added on to the yearly property taxes. The city also will put gates blocking vehicle access to the driveway, at the owner’s expense. “It’s the only way to keep that sort of thing from happening.” The people living on the property were

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there.” Holitzki said staff were trying to give people ideas about where to go, but said there are not many options.

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City to study social services Shelter from front

But that doesn’t mean Maple Ridge opposes other services the Salvation Army offers, such as its community meal program, its back-toschool backpack program or the emergency food hamper program, Bell added. “We, as a council, have no desire to end any of the programs the Salvation Army offers.” And if those services are no longer offered by the Salvation Army, she said another agency would likely take on those programs. Bell said council, in the next six months, has to focus on what happens when the temporary city shelter on Lougheed Highway closes. Former mayor Ernie Daykin has had a closeup view of the Cliff Avenue camp and Salvation Army Caring Place from across the highway at Maple Towers, run by Baptist Housing, which he manages. He thinks the Caring Place is providing

something the community needs and closing it is not going to solve the problem. “If I were still mayor, what would I do?” In absence of having all the information for last nine months, Daykin says he wouldn’t have allowed the Cliff Avenue camp to form. But, “maybe it did bring it to head and maybe a year from now I’ll say – these guys are brilliant.” The future is more definite for Coun. Kiersten Duncan. Once council hears back from B.C. Housing on council’s request to cut funding to Salvation Army shelter, “that will help us make a decision.” The city wants to connect people on Cliff Avenue with the services they need. Her idea is to take the funding that B.C. Housing provides to the Salvation Army and give it to another agency that can provide a broader range of services. The city wouldn’t call

for an end to funding the Salvation Army without a backup plan, she added. Duncan said the Salvation Army does good work, but it can’t deal Duncan with the needs of the mentally ill and the drug addicted. “We need a shelter that is very low barrier. There are a lot of people with a number of mental health issues and severe addiction issues. Given their [the Salvation Army] model, they’re unable to support a lot of the residents we have on the streets right now. “A more broad level of service is the best way to put it. It’s not just about people that are hungry. They service that population well,” Duncan said. “But with regards to mental health and severe addiction, their program does not work for everyone.” Duncan expects the

study on social services offered in Maple Ridge will help determine what kind of service provider could operate a permanent emergency shelter and supportive housing centre in Maple Ridge. A contract for that study, up to $75,000, will be announced soon. The agency that will operate the temporary shelter on Lougheed Highway hasn’t been officially announced either, although RainCity Housing and Support Society of Vancouver recently has advertised for shelter workers for a city shelter in Maple Ridge. Meanwhile, the contract for the social media component of the Maple Ridge Resilience Initiative, formerly known as the homelessness task force, has been issued to the Laura Balance Media Group.

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Back to School August 4th - September 8th, 2015

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Read 1,000 stories before Kindergarten Plan to promote early literacy newsroom@mapleridgenews.com

Saying “It’s never too early to give your child a head start on reading,” the Fraser Valley Regional Library is launching an innovative early literacy program for preschoolers this fall. The program, “1000 Stories Before Kindergarten,” is self-paced and will help parents teach their children early literacy skills in the first years of life. The program will encourage families to read 1,000 books with their preschooler before they

enter Kindergarten. The library system will provide each child with a free reading log to track stories read. Registration is under way at all 25 FVRL locations, including Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. The 1,000 Stories program is inspired by similar ones that have achieved success in other North American libraries. They all stress the value of building literacy skills at young ages. Both the Canadian Paediatric Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics advise parents to read aloud to babies. Activities like reading, talking and

singing encourage brain development and provide positive, nurturing experiences between parent and child, says the society.

“Children’s librarians and teachers know how important it is to read to kids from a very young age. It can have a huge impact on their future

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success at school,” said FVRL librarian Frances Thomson. “Once they reach Kindergarten, these kids will have bigger vo-

cabularies, longer attention spans and a greater awareness of the world around them.” While the idea of reading 1,000 stories may

seem daunting at first, the program makes reading fun and easy for parents and children. The illustrated log book lets parents track their progress and offers many helpful tips on how to read, write, talk, sing and play with their child.

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The City of Maple Ridge hereby provides notice of its intention to sell 14 properties, approximately 3.04 acres, located between 227 Street and 226 Street bordering 119 Avenue and Selkirk Avenue (the “Lands”), legally described as: Burkeview Chapel

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It’s back to school again on Tuesday, and local students will find new principals and vice-principals at several schools. Astrid Kirves, who was principal of Fairview elementary, has retired. She will be replaced by Cathie Watkins, who was previously in a viceprincipal role at Maple Ridge secondary. There are no other principal moves at the elementary level, but the district does has several vice-principal changes: • Lisa Kania, who had been a teacher, is stepping into the role of acting vp at Albion; • Jen Beveridge, formerly in an acting vp role at Albion, is moving to a vp role at Golden Ears; • Lee Magis will be the acting vp at Hammond; • Jennifer Fuhrman (formerly in a vp role at Pitt Meadows secondary) will be the new vp at Kanaka Creek elementary; • Laureen Hickey (formerly an acting vp at Kanaka Creek) is joining Yennadon as the new vp, replacing the retired Leslie Ramsay. At the secondary level, Steve Wiebe is replacing Alan Millar as principal of alternate education, but will maintain his trades and partnerships responsibilities. So the position is now principal, alternate education and trades and partnerships. Millar is joining the vp team at Maple Ridge secondary, and Cheryl Schwarz is stepping into an acting vp role at Pitt Meadows secondary. Wes Reamsbottom (Pitt Meadows elementary) and Jeff Curwen (Thomas Haney secondary) will no longer be in acting vp roles at these schools – they will assume the full vp roles.

PID: 011-418-800 - Lot 6 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 9236 PID: 011-381-612 - Lot 17 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 9190 PID: 011-381-663 - Lot 18 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 9190 PID: 011-281-671 - Lot 19 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 9190 PID: 011-381-604 - Lot 15 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 9190 PID: 002-605-708 - Lot 16 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 9190 PID: 003-047-024 - Lot 13 Parcel “D” District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 7997 PID: 011-298-235 - Lot 14 Parcel “D” District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 7997 PID: 005-171-563 - Lot 15 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 7997 PID: 005-113-121 - Lot 16 District Lot 401 Group 1 NWD Plan 7997 And as outlined in bold on the attached map:

PUBLIC NOTICE

Liquor Primary Licence Application The City of Maple Ridge gives notice that it is seeking public opinion on the following proposed Liquor Primary Licence application. Applicant: Ridge Brewing Company Ltd. Establishment Location: #2 – 22826 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge Proposed Total Occupant Capacity: 50 persons (25 persons on the main floor and 25 persons on the upper mezzanine) Hours of Operation: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 pm 9:00 pm 9:00 pm 1:00 am 1:00 am 1:00 am

Sunday 9:00 am 10:00 pm

Persons who consider themselves affected by this application are requested to make written submissions in the form of a letter addressed to the Council of the City of Maple Ridge, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9. You may send your letter by regular mail or e-mail to mayorandcouncil@mapleridge.ca

The City intends to sell the Lands to Falcon Homes Ltd for an amount of $7,000,000.00. Falcon Homes’ proposed five phase development will include a total of five buildings with a mix of commercial and residential space.

Written submissions will be accepted until 4:00 pm September 15, 2015.

Any enquiries may be directed to:

Please note that all submissions will be considered a public document and all information contained in it will be publicly available.

Darrell Denton, Property & Risk Manager City of Maple Ridge

For further information or clarification, on the proposed Liquor Primary Licence Application only, contact Liz Holitzki, Director of Licences, Permits and Bylaws at 604-467-7370 between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday to Friday.

Tel: 604-467-7477

11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Tel: 604-463-5221 • Fax: 604-467-7329

www.mapleridge.ca

E-mail: ddenton@mapleridge.ca Dated this 4th day of September 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Tel: 604-463-5221 • Fax: 604-467-7329

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entirely within their city, he asserts. He has flown across the country and back five times in his 1947 Luscombe, and makes a point of stopping at small airports like Pitt Meadows – they’re often close to town, and have a flying club that welcomes visitors. “In talking to the people, the common factor in successful airports is that they’re really tied into the community,” he said. “It should be what the community wants. The biggest deficiency has been the failure to evolve a vision for the future of the airport.” That’s the opinion of Becker. He has not given up on the idea of Pitt Meadows being the sole member of the airport society, even though Maple Ridge

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Mayor Nicole Read said it’s not going to happen. On July 29, the day before the airport society’s AGM, Pitt Meadows council shocked Read and her council with a request that Maple Ridge leave the society. “… We have no intention of divesting ourselves in our interest in our joint asset,” Read responded in a letter. That’s not the end of the conversation. The issue caused the airport society’s AGM to be recessed until Oct. 29. City staff have been on holidays and both councils on hiatus, but Becker will soon seek a conversation about control of the airport. It may be him and Read and respective city administrators, or sub committees of councils. “We cannot let this sit in the middle of the road,” said Becker. He wasn’t surprised by Maple Ridge’s reaction. But he points out Pitt Meadows gets all of the tax revenue from the airport businesses, and Pitt council deals with issues arising from “the interface with the community and the airport,” such as resident worries about increased air traffic, noise and safety. He asks what value Maple Ridge’s involvement adds to the society. Becker also believes that a future vision of the airport is critical to “take it to a new level.” Vancouver International Airport is pushing out many of its smaller tenants, and that is creating an economic opportunity for other airports. “They are exactly the kinds of businesses we would welcome in Pitt Meadows,” he said. Becker also said he knew of problems at the airport in his capacity as a local lawyer, and they were coming before council in 2002, when he was first elected. “I’m acutely aware of the issues at the airport,” he said. Those issues have changed over time, from financial shortfalls to runway expansion, but there are always challenges. However, Dale Floyd at Coast Dog Aviation is an entrepreneur whose business has flourished in the environment of the Pitt Meadows airport, and from his perspective the facility is well run. “I’m very happy with it, everything is going good,” he said. “We’re trying hard to make it a professional airport.”

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REAL ESTATE IN MAPLE RIDGE & PITT MEADOWS

Hot market driving up housing prices By Kevin Gillies

he hot housing market in the Lower Mainland continues to fuel housing price increases in the Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge markets. Figures released this week by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver show that benchmark prices for local houses, townhomes, and condominiums have increased across the board. The benchmark price for a single-family detached home in Maple Ridge rose 12.2 per cent over August 2014â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benchmark price to $518,400. In Pitt Meadows the benchmark price for a single-family detached home rose 15.9 per cent over August 2014â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benchmark price to $572,900. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was no summer lull in our market this year. Home buyers have been working with their realtors throughout the summer months,â&#x20AC;? Darcy McLeod, REBGV president, said in reference to the Lower Mainland market as a whole. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re motivated, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re competing for a smaller supply of homes for sale than is typical for this time of year â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the dynamic driving our market right now.â&#x20AC;? Over that same one-year period, the benchmark price for a Maple Ridge townhouse rose 6.3 per cent to $289,600; the benchmark price for a Pitt Meadows townhouse rose 12.7 per cent to $367,700. Condominium benchmark prices rose similarly â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 3.2 per cent to $169,300 in Maple Ridge and 8.3 per cent to $252,600 in Pitt Meadows. The MLS Home Price Index composite benchmark price for all residential properties in the Metro Vancouver region is currently $708,500 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a 12 per cent increase compared to August 2014. The REBGV also reports that last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sales for the region were 27.9 per cent above the 10-year sales average for the month. The board says residential property sales in Metro Vancouver reached 3,362 on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in August 2015 â&#x20AC;&#x201D;a 21.3 per cent increase compared to the 2,771 sales recorded in August 2014, and

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Ridge team battles adversity at nationals Boats damaged in Thunder Bay left them scrambling for replacements B y T i m Fi t z g e r a l d sports@mapleridgenews.com

One of the strongest showings ever by the Ridge Canoe Kayak Club at the national championships in Ottawa almost never happened. An accident to the club’s trailer, just outside Thunder Bay, Ont., meant members lost all their team boats and probably any chance of competing in a large number of events at the nationals. “That left us scrambling and having to run around and borrow boats from the other clubs,” said RCKC head coach Peter Majewski. “But some clubs in eastern Ontario stepped in and gave us some boats to use and we ended up with two golds.” Brian Malfesi helped lead the way for the club with four medals as more than 1,200 of Canada’s best paddlers converged in Ottawa for this five day event, ending Aug. 29. Malfesi won a gold medal alongside teammate Sebastian Sorescu in the junior K2 200 metre final. The coach said it was an incredible feat considering most of his athletes we thrown into boats they had never used before and weren’t necessarily set up for their height. He said that the team could win medals under those circumstances speaks to the talent and the dedication of the athletes. “They acted so professionally. They did an amazing job considering the stress they were under,” said Majewski, a former member of the Polish national team. “I’m very proud of them.” Malfesi grabbed a silver in the senior K1 500 m and the senior K1 1,000 m. He rounded out his medal count with a silver alongside teammate Alex Brent in the ju-

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Brian Malfesi (front) and Sebastien Sorescu paddle their way to gold at the Canadian national championships during the junior K2 200 m. nior K2 1,000 m final. Malfesi’s four-medal performance in Ottawa on the Rideau Canal came on the heels competing at the world championships in Milan, Italy where he finished a respectable 15th in the K2 1,000 m. The Ridge Canoe Kayak Club team got off to strong start to the week when Matthew Koehler pulled away from the competition early and dominated on his way to gold in the under-17 men’s K-1 6,000 m final, winning by almost 10 seconds. Koehler recently won five gold medals and nine overall at the 2015 Western Canada Summer Games in Woods Buffalo, Alta. Sorescu’s national gold will go alongside the 10 medals he won at the Western Can-

ada Summer Games, which included two first place finishes and five silver medals. Justin Won finished 14th and Tyler Demidoff was 20th in the u-17 men’s K-1 6,000 m. Koehler and Won then teamed up to win a silver in the u-17 K2 1,000 m final. Brent capped off a strong summer finishing fourth in the u-19 K4 1000 m along with teammates Koehler, Won and Sorescu. He finished fifth in the u-19 1,000 m, and eighth in the K2 1,000 m with Koehler. Brent also recently represented Canada at the junior world championships in Portugal. The canoe team of Keiffer Johnson and Sean McBeath had a strong week by win-

ning silver in the junior men’s C2 1,000 m final and placing fifth in the 200 m event. On the women’s side, Tessa Nagai and Julianna Won had a busy week, placing sixth in the junior K2 1,000 m, ninth in the senior K2 200 m, sixth in the junior K2 500 m and fourth in the junior K4 500 m with Lauryn Cheung and Meghan Cheung. Melody Oh had a strong race in the women’s C1 6,000 m race, finishing 19th. Sheung and Won also finished 9th in the u-19 K2 500 m. Members of the Ridge Canoe Kayak Club are back preparing to host the Pacific Cup and B.C. bantam championships at Whonnock Lake on Sept. 13. • For more information, visit www.rckc.ca.

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The Labour Day weekend will be full throttle at the Mission Raceway as more than 100 racers from across the Pacific Northwest will be on hand for the annual Can-Am Triple road race. Pitt Meadows racer Ray Stec and his brother Roland will be sharing driv-

ing duties in their Royale RP37 car. Racing gets underway at noon starting Saturday, Sept. 5 and continues to the holiday Monday, Sept. 7. The Mission event is sanction by the International Conference of Sports Car Clubs which is the largest sports car racing body in the Pacific Northwest and

covers more than 70 different divisions. Stec said the Mission event is one of the best venues for spectators. The track, as far as viewing, is really excellent, because if you are up at the top of the grandstand, you can see 80 per cent of the track, which for a road course, is kind of unique.” • For more information visit missionraceway.com.

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The ball hockey tournament in honour of former special education assistant teacher Susan Van Pelt will be held at the Burnett Fellowship Baptist Church, located at 20639 123 Ave., in Maple Ridge, not Albion elementary as first reported. The tournament runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We apologize for the error.

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Dickson in the hunt for Mann Cup Named playoff MVP for Lakers

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the Lakers and Chiefs have met in the playoffs and third time in the final, all in the past four years. Dickson is hoping to lead the Lakers to their sixth Mann Cup title in the last 12 years. The Shamrocks are the last Western Lacrosse Association team to win the Mann Cup, hoisting the trophy in 2005 after beating Peterborough 4-2. The Shamrocks dropped the last two

Mann Cups to the Six Nation Chiefs, losing at home in six games in 2013 and again in six games in 2014. The Shamrocks went 8-0 in the 2015 playoffs.The best-of-seven finale starts Friday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. in Victoria, with games also scheduled for Saturday, Monday, Tuesday and, if necessary, Sept. 9, 11 and 12. â&#x20AC;˘ You can live stream the games at www. wlalacrosse.com/manncup.

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Lois Diane Brooks (Street) Lois was born on January 26, 1954 in New Westminster, BC. She was the second of four daughters to Art and Sheila Street (both pre deceased). Growing up she was always the tomboy. She loved motorcycles and was truly gifted in art and writing. When there was a graduation, wedding, funeral, birthday or any special occasion she always wrote the most beautiful poem. Her words were always from her heart. She met Charlie when she was about 15. At 19 they married and had their first child Clayton (pre deceased 2000). When he was 11 they moved to Princeton and Lois said “why are we moving there, all you do in Princeton is get gas and ice cream”! They lived there for many years and added their daughter Chara and sons Josh and Riley to the family. Living on 66 acres on the mountain visiting Lois’ house was always a treat and a good reason to gain weight as she was an amazing cook and loved to bake. Fresh white pumpkin pies, peanut butter cookies and the best banana blueberry bread on earth just to name a few. She loved to spoil everyone and was the most giving person we ever knew. She never asked for anything in return. Her nieces and nephews were a testament to her many gifts as were we all. Being a Mom was her most important job in life and losing her first born was something she never recovered from. But, she persevered and with her faith and her family kept on going. Lois did have the privilege of having Chara and her son Jackson live with them and she sure loved that little guy. Clay left behind a son Keaton and one week to the day after her passing Keaton and Hayley gave birth to a beautiful baby girl, Emmie. Lois spent her summers at “the lake” in Okanagan Falls with family and friends. She would usually get there when school got out and go home when school went back. The family moved to Penticton in 2004 which made it that much easier to go back and forth. Lois loved flowers and plants and her home and the lake were always adorned with them. When our parents moved to Penticton and became ill Lois was always there for them. Making meals, because the food there was not up to standards, visiting and just doing what she did best… taking care. We are forever grateful for that. In May 2013 Lois was diagnosed with Lung, brain and bone cancer and was given 6 months maybe a year or so if she did treatments. The news was shocking. Lois being the fighter that she was fought another battle in her life. She fought with all the strength she had and set an amazing example of what faith, family and being strong truly meant. She would always say, “I’m OK, don’t worry about me”. Sadly after checking into the hospice into Penticton to help ease the pain she had to let go of her fight on July 22, 2015. As she wished, her family was at her home having dinner together when she went to sleep. With our hearts empty and missing our daily calls from her we had to say our goodbyes. It’s still surreal. Lois’ wishes were to not have a memorial but instead just to “hold our families close and enjoy each and every day.” Every time we have a family dinner she will have a place there. Rest in paradise with our Mom and Dad and your son Clay. Until we meet again…Your family

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CUSICK, Stephani With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Dear Mother. Born in 1928 in Grand Forks, B.C., passed away in Maple Ridge, August 28, 2015 at the age of 87. Stephani was a long time resident of Pitt Meadows and a long time member of the Lady Lions Club. In her honour, a street was named after her, “Cusick Place” in Pitt Meadows. She enjoyed many outdoor activities - including curling and bowling in her younger years and was an avid knitter. Stephani was pre-deceased by her husband Elmer in 1968, daughter Gail in 2000 and grandson Anthony in 1987. Survived by her children Les (Judy), Dianne (Roy), Lori, Dean (Margaret), 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was a Super Mom and Super Grandma and she will be dearly missed. Service to be held at 11:00am on Monday, September 14th at Maple Ridge Funeral Chapel (Osborn’s), 11969 - 216th St., Maple Ridge, BC, followed by burial at the Maple Ridge Cemetery.

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130 HARDER, Debbie All of us at Maple Ridge Orthodontics are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our co-worker and dear friend, Debbie Harder, on Tuesday August 25th after a short battle with cancer. Debbie was a key part of our office, keeping us organized, always professional with a warm & friendly smile, and she is sorely missed by all of us. Our thoughts go out to her family, especially her children, Bryan and Courtney who she was so proud of.

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HELP WANTED

BE A PRODUCT SAMPLER Miss talking to PEOPLE? Are you BORED? Need extra MONEY? BC’s largest, most reputable demo company is hiring Contract Demonstrators for 8 - 10 days a month in local grocery stores. Details: • You must be a go-getter • Able to work on your own • You love talking to people • You enjoy simple cooking Who: You’re a reliable, mature adult men, women, seniors, & retirees love this job! What: • English reading & writing • Stand unaided 6-7 hr./day • Car to carry supplies • Well groomed & bondable • Carry table & supplies • Food Safe to be obtained When: • 2-day 12-6pm contracts - Fri & Sat or Sat & Sun (must be able to work all 3 days) Training: • North Burnaby - pay starts at $11.50/hr.

JMP Marketing Services 1-800-991-1989, ext.30

PERSONAL SERVICES 172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 242

Apply in person with current copy of D/L, Abstract & resume to: Sales Manager West Coast Toyota 19950 Lougheed Highway, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2S9

www.westcoasttoyota.com

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

Professional Installation

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Sofﬁt

IMMEDIATE RESULTS 41 Years Experience

FREE ESTIMATES

30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

A Interior & Exterior A Baseboards A Crown Mouldings A Fascia Boards Apts, Strata, Residential, Business

**3 READINGS FOR $35** 100% GUARANTEED

HERFORT CONCRETE

~ FULLY INSURED ~ Call Tim 604-612-5388

Call 604-319-1993

DESIGN

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

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 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

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

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41011003 - 120 Ave, 120B Ave, 121 Ave, 121A Ave, 121B Ave, 193A St, Blakely Rd. 41011022 - Bonson Rd, Maple Pl, Somerset Dr. 41011005 - 118B Ave, 119 Ave, 193 St, Blakely Rd

604.476.2740

brian@mapleridgenews.com

S. H. LANDSCAPING TREE SERVICES

Lawn Care Weeding W New Turf Fertilizing W Moss Control Power Raking W Aeration Free Estimate 19 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows

FENCING

Den’s GarDENing Services & Trees

CEDAR & CHAINLINK

FENCING “Where Quality matters more than Quantity”

GARDENING

STORM & FALL Clean-ups ROOF & GUTTER Cleaning Power Washing Paving / Retaining Walls Artiﬁcial Turf Installation Landscape Design / Installation & Maintenance Over 25 yrs experience.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

mygardenerlandscaping.ca

Call (604)763-8795 Prompt Delivery Available

7 Days / Week

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

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

CLEANING SERVICES

(604)465-1311

HOUSEKEEPER AVAIL NOW. Taking new clients. Great Refs. Call anytime 1-604-302-9291

HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232

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

VECTOR RENO’S Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions. Call 604-690-3327

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

604-463-0718 eagletileandnaturalstone.com

Top Line Projects Ltd.

**Don’t be Stumped**

604.465.2944 JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369

Interlawn Landscape Services Commercial / Res. 604-356-9273 www.interlawnlandscapes.com

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MISC SERVICES

✶Dump Site Now Open✶ SBroken Concrete RocksS $25.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $25.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

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MOVING & STORAGE

all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.

Call Mike 604 - 306 - 4468

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

Cellular 604-671-9694

MIRACLE MOVING 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

604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure NO Wood byproducts used

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

Local & Long Distance Moves * Licensed * Insured * Bonded All Truck Sizes & Trailers Amazing Rates! FREE Estimates. 778-928-5995

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

When QUALITY Matters

CHOICE RENOVATIONS

Commercial & Residential

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

D Home Repairs D All types of carpentry D Renovations

Gary 467-3024

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Time to ‘Summerize’ your Yard Tree Topping, Tree Removal, Pruning, Hedges, Lawn Cutting & Clean-ups, Garden Maintenance, Topsoil, Gravel, Dump Truck Deliveries, Garbage Disposal, Stump Grinding.

Established 1994

meadowslandscapesupply.com

17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows

604-465-3189

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

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

Close encounters with Astronaut Chris Hadﬁeld!

COMING SOON

No Commitment ~ No Contract 1 Time or Bi-Weekly!

Circulation

LANDSCAPING

Flower Beds W Allan Blocks Bark Mulch W River Lava Rock

A - 20779 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge

NEED a Break? Back to School Special

300

Gardening

EAGLE TILE

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* Lic. WCB, BBB *

604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724

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40320384 - 124 Ave, 125 Ave, 209 St, Blanshard St, Meadow Pl.

PAINTING SPECIAL 15% off 2015

Trimming W Pruning W Topping Clean-up W Garbage Removal Pressure Washing

DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322

(604)462-0408

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312 MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Fencing

Available routes in Maple Ridge

Available routes in Pitt Meadows

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

Earn Extra Cash!

40400432 - 138A Ave, 139 Ave,139A Ave, 229 Lane, 229 St, 229B St, 230 St, Docksteader Circ, Docksteader Loop. 40400437 - 136 Ave, 136A Ave, 137 Ave, 228 St, 228A St, 228B St, 229A St, Blake Loop.

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

Free Estimates. Call Marv:

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows NEWS

Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. (Res. & Strata). Prompt Service. Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing. Grants Home Maint 604-936-2808.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CHUCKS RENOVATION

M.T. GUTTERS

DRYWALL

Reasonable Rates.

40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr. 40000064 - 111A Ave, 112 Ave, 237 St, 238 St, Kanaka Way. 40000067 - 104 Ave, 239 St, Slatford Pl, Slatford St, Zeron Ave. 40100101 - 23151 Haney ByPass (Townhomes) 40100111 - 119 Ave, 220 St, 221 St, Lougheed Hwy, Selkirk Ave. 40100129 - 116 Ave, Burnett St, Lougheed Hwy.(Townhomes) 40220250 - 125A Ave, 126 Ave, 220 St, 220A St. 40220257 - 124 Ave, 126 Ave, 219 St, Harkness Crt, Higgins Crt, Highview Pl, Isaac Cres. 40310307 - 113 Ave, 114 Ave, 207 St, Lorne Ave. 40310313 - 119 Ave, 210 St, 212 St, Cook St, Laity St. 40320362 - 210 St, Faber Cres, Laity St, Schmidt Cres, Wicklund Ave. 40320373 - 121 Ave, Irving St, Lindsay Ave, Lindsay Pl. Makinson St.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

UNIQUE CONCRETE

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West Coast Toyota requires a part-time Lot Attendant. Must be available 3 to 9 Monday thru Friday, and 9 to 6 on weekends. Must have a valid driver’s licence, “N” is acceptable. Must be able to drive a Standard transmission.

287

Palm - Tarot Card - Crystal Ball One visit will convince you of her amazing gift to guide you into the future. Solve all Problems of Life.

604-363-6211

LOT ATTENDANT

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Psychic Readings

Call today for a better tomorrow

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

CONCRETE & PLACING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

* We do Move-outs * Chemical Free

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mariescustomized cleaning@gmail.com 604-467-1118

www.habitatgala.com .Window & Roof Cleaning Gutters Cleaned & repaired. 604-961-1280

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

Pay-Less Pro Painting

374

TREE SERVICES

Top Quality/Affordable Prices Exterior/Interior Drywall Repair

D Free Estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing

WCB Covered

www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

1 Purebred blue male. 1st shots, tails / d c removed. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665 ITALIAN MASTIFFS. Unregistered 4 M, 3 F. Ready Sept 15. Tails, dewormed shots $1200. 604-338-7587

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

PETS PETS

Wanted: DOBIE PUP

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

I have fenced yard. 604-498-5191

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

Atlas Vinyl Sundecks - Your Complete Sundeck Specialist. Free estimates (778)285-2107

374

551

GARAGE SALES

Maple Ridge

Garage / Moving Sale

551

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

SAT. Sun. Sept. 5&6.10-2 21325 121 Ave. Maple Ridge Furniture, books, metal, china, silverware, costume jewellery.

$25 Off with this Ad

Jerry, 604-500-2163

11950 Laity Street

(extra parking on Cook St.)

Saturday - Sept 5th 9am ~ 2pm Some furnishings & lots of quality items & misc

TREE SERVICES TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

GARAGE SALES

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

TRAVEL with bcclassified.com

604 575 5555

LET YOUR SAVINGS multiply! Sell what you don’t need with a Classiﬁed ad! Call today! 604-575-5555

PITT MEADOWS

HUGE GARAGE SALE

Start Christmas Shopping Now Sat, Sept 5th, 8am-4pm

19330 118B Ave New Toys - Great Deals!

VINYL FISH POND, 54”Long x 30”Wide x 20”Deep. In exc cond incl pump. $125. 604-463-7682.

ANYTHING OF VALUE

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

Experience space with Astronaut Chris Hadﬁeld!

Golden Retriever Puppies for sale, Only 4 left. Vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. 604-813-5700

OFFICE/RETAIL

MISC. WANTED

Have Unwanted Firearms? Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession? Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally? Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them. Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973. We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.

Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232

CKC Reg Shelties. 2male -5 mo/2 yrs, CH bred-N.B. contract. Riverwind Shelties-Laura. 604-793-6768.

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FURNITURE

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

563

RUBBISH REMOVAL

477

UNDER $200

GLASS TABLE with 4 Vinyl Swivel Chairs, Umbrella & stand In exc cond. $150. 604-463-7682.

~ Since 1987 ~

PLUMBING

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

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#1 Cash Buyer

Free Estimates * Fully Insured

SUNDECKS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932

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PETS

Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist

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

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring. AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

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778-628-7590 338

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Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

FREE ESTIMATES

A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434

TOPSOIL

• • •

Years of Experience

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

PETS

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

DN Painting

Summer EXT/INT SPECIAL LOOK for our YARD SIGNS

Scott 604-891-9967 paylesspropainting.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

Yorkshire Terriers, P/B, not reg., dewormed, 1st shots, vet certificate. $800 & up. (604)846-7139

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OFFICE/RETAIL

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OFFICE/RETAIL

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

COMING SOON

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.

www.habitatgala.com

Contact Jim at 604-476-2720

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REAL ESTATE 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO 2 Bedroom Apartments BRIGHT & LARGE

Central Coquitlam Co-op AND Seniors only building No subsidy Cls to transit, schools & shops CENTRAL MAPLE RIDGE Excellent opportunity for Office / Retail Space. 1098 SQ/FT with 5 rooms, air conditioning, alarm & 4 parking spots out front. $299,900. Gary Fraipont 604-466-2838 RE/MAX LifeStyles Realty

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABBOTSFORD. 2986 Oriole Cr. 3 bdrm. rancher. 6400 sq.ft. corner lot. Lge shed. Near John Maclure Elem. $355,000. 604-832-0719

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

741

MAPLE RIDGE

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

Great Location

Queen Anne Apts. * Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet Includes: Heat, Hot Water

and Hydro Near Shopping & Amenities. SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certiﬁed Crime Free Buildings MAPLE RIDGE Central. Spacious 1 bdrms, newly painted, nr all amens, insuite w/d, d/w, lrg patio, vaulted ceilings, sec u/g prk. Immed. Ns/Np $850 & $890 +utils. 604-377-8135.

New SRI *1296 s/f Double wides fr $94,900. *New SRI 14’ wides fr $72,900. 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 ~

604-463-3000

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ROOMS FOR RENT 2002 ACURA RSX SUPER CLEAN! School ready. $6690. 604-561-0053.

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

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

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

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Unbeatable prices on top name brands like Michelin, BF Goodrich, Firestone, Toyo and more. WE OFFER

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL ~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~ $$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200

FREE

bchonda.com

ALIGNMENT INSPECTIONS!

The Scrapper

Call 604-467-3944

Some restrictions apply

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION PITT MEADOWS, 1 bdrm furn g/l ste, priv ent, suit student, $750 inclwifi, ldry, meals. N/S. 604-379-1660

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STORAGE

Pitt Meadows Marina 14179 Reichenback Rd Moorage Rental Year or Semi-annual Outdoor Storage Available Starting At $30/month for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers

W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers

Onsite Manager

604.465.7713 752

New SRI 14x60. $74,900. Pad rent $550/mo. 55+. Call Chuck 604-830-1960

GET THE LOWEST PRICE ON TIRES, GUARANTEED.*

Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty

Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express

604.465.7221

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2000 VW PASSAT for parts, runs, needs transmission, $1,000. obo. Call 604-302-3281.

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

Polo Club Apartments 19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows

TRANSPORTATION

OFFICE/RETAIL

Maple Ridge Ofﬁce & Retail Space

Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP w/View Fam./Pet ok. $42,900 w/$575pad Financing avail. 604-830-1960

RENTALS

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

BOOK ONLINE @ marvjoneshonda.com 20611 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge

604-465-5464

1-800-592-5550

Find them here! In the classiﬁeds. Class 203-387 Business Services

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ONLY AT MARKS MAPLE RIDGE INNOVATIVE, QUIET AND LIGHTWEIGHT, FOR OPTIMAL FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT.

Pro hunter Reversible Bib HW00130 Reg. $199.99

ATHLETIC M ATHLETIC MOBILITY OBILITY

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20% OFF REG. PRICES ON ROCKY

Pro hunter Reversible Parka 600860 Waterproof. Reg. $194.99

Women’s 1/4 Zip Shirt 602435 Reg. $69.99

Ram Soft Shell Jacket 60038 Reg. $139.99

Women’s Quilted Vest LW00140 Reg. $74.99 $74

MEN’S ELK TRACKER • Extreme performance footwear • Exceptionally thin, lightweight and durable • Thinsulate Ultra Insulation

600g Thinsulate $

249.99

1000g Thinsulate $

299.99

COMPARE ONLINE!

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20758 Lougheed Hwy., (beside the Post Office) Maple Ridge 604-463-7277 Monday - Friday 9 am - 9 pm • Saturday 9 am - 6 pm • Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Maple Ridge Store Only