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Three more Pitt staff leaving Councillor blames changes in culture By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com
Three more city staff members have announced their intentions to leave Pitt Meadows, and at least one councillor says politicians must consider the effect their leadership style Miyashita is having on top employees. Coun. Tracy Miyashita says council has never worked harder, holding more and longer meetings, which also puts more demands on staff. She also accuses her council colleagues of meddling in city affairs that would previously have been left to administrators. This week it was learned that manager of development services Anne Berry is moving to Vancouver Island for a promotion, and engineering services coordinator Ike de Boer and deputy clerk Linda Kelly are both retiring. Last week, the city announced that CAO Kim Grout is leaving to become the CEO of the B.C. Agricultural Land Commission, and legislative services manager Kelley Kenney will be doing the same job for the Comox Valley Regional District. “What we do at the council level has impacts throughout the organization,” said Miyashita. “Council has to work more as a council, rather than operational.
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Mike Murray makes suggestion to both cities By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com
Amalgamation of Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows will be on the agenda of both city councils, in the form of a letter from school board chair and former parks general manager Mike Murray. He says “the two cities are essentially one community with several neighbourhoods,” and points out that they share a school district,
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Inmates rewarded for community work Work of FRCC prisoners recognized By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com
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henever the inmates from the Fraser Regional Correctional Centre roll up to the Albion fairgrounds, Lorraine Bates always feels better. Without the heavy labour that the crews provide setting up fences, stands and displays and getting the barns ready for Country Fest every summer, then taking it all down again after the event, the hard work would be up to volunteers, many of whom have limits. “This heritage organization would have been gone a long time ago if it had not been for them [inmates],” says Bates. “They just do all the grunt work.” The same goes for every fall when Ghost Ridge Haunted House gets assembled in the old barns on the fairgrounds. That requires setting up three-metre high heavy metal fences and walls, all put up and taken down by a crew composed of a dozen or so inmates of Fraser Regional Correctional Centre. And with the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Christmas Hamper now underway, the inmates are packing toys off trucks and setting up tables so that hampers can be put together. Bates said the partnership be-
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Lorraine Bates and MLA Doug Bing (both in the centre) share the award with prison staff. tween the three community events and B.C. Corrections has been ongoing for 30 years. She commemorated the partnership when she entered Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Agricultural Associations’ long-running Country Fest in the Outstanding Community Partner competition at the annual convention of B.C. Association of Agricultural Fairs and Exhibitions held in October. Her entry won and Country Fest
and B.C. Corrections received a plaque to honour their efforts. B.C. Corrections spokesman Cindy Rose said there are training programs at each prison around B.C., teaching inmates everything from horticulture to carpentry, to helping out at fish hatcheries, and repairing bicycles and eyeglasses before the items are sent to poorer countries. The programs help with job searches once inmates are released.
“It’s also very rewarding for inmates to have the chance to give back to the local and global community,” Rose said. “The partnership with the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Agricultural Association is just another example of providing inmates the opportunity to rehabilitate through giving back to the community and gaining employable skills.” Bates is used to having inmates
around. They’re just part of the team in getting the events ready and they hang around and eat and work along with everybody else in order to ensure the events go ahead. Working with prisoners isn’t as easy for some, however. Some people won’t even get out of their car if they see the prisoners around, said Bates. “These guys they’re not mass murderers. They’re usually in for drugs, or drinking or driving or theft and things like that. And they’re usually at the end of their term.” Bates points out people need to be worried about people around that haven’t been caught. She notices that at Christmas time, putting together hampers for needy families can sometimes hit a nerve for inmates, because their families may have benefited from those in the past, or they may be thinking of those at home. Once the hampers have all been delivered, she cooks a Christmas meal just to say thanks. “So we treat them as we would any volunteer and it’s noted by them and they can’t thank you enough.” She tries to offer encouragement as well and tells them, ‘I don’t care what you’ve done and why you’re in here … but you need to know that you’re putting a lot of smiles on kids faces, and just remember, that when you’re sitting in your bed at night time, you made a difference.’”
Loon Lake upgrade project nearly complete By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com
A dozen-year multi-million-dollar capital upgrade is mostly complete at the Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre, setting it up for the next half century. The latest project was the completion of the new Bentley Family Hall, a 160-seat dining room made out of timbers harvested on site in the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, at the north end of 232nd Street. The hall’s grand opening took place Oct. 1. The building is 6,800-sq. feet in area and was designed by local architect Wayne Bissky and makes extensive use of daylight to light the interior. “So it’s double the size of the old hall we had before,” explained Paul Lawson, director of the UBC Research Forest. The new Bentley Family Hall cost $2.7 mil-
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The Bentley Family Hall seats 160. lion, raised through donations. Overall, in the last dozen years, the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest has spent $12 million to upgrade the entire centre, which in the summer becomes Camp Goodtimes, operated by the Canadian Cancer Society. The camp offers a fun break for kids fighting cancer.
The rest of the year, various parts of the centre are rented out by church and youth groups or by corporations for retreats, with about 20,000 overnight stays annually. Some of the donations for the new hall came from the Canadian Cancer Society, while the balance came from UBC forestry alumni. “There was no government money that went into it. It was all private donations,” said Lawson. “The sick children, particularly the children with cancer, has been a huge motive for the donors to get involved.” More recently, the centre has offered programs for arthritis sufferers or kids who have eating disorders. “The health and wellness aspect of what’s going on up there has been the biggest interest of the donors,” Lawson said. The rebuilding began in 2004, with the student centre being replaced in 2005. “We finished the Walter C. Koerner Forestry
Centre [accommodations] in 2006 and the Johnson Cabins in 2009 and now this one in 2015.” Loon Lake was originally built in 1949 to house UBC’s Faculty of Forestry field camps. In 2003, the UBC Research Forest, which operates Loon Lake, signed an agreement with the Canadian Cancer Society, designating Loon Lake as the home of Camp Goodtimes. The agreement allowed for much of the upgrading at the centre. “Now we’ve done our dining hall and kitchen – our main dining hall and kitchen.” Much of the wood came from UBC’s own mill but Cedarland Forest Products, Andersen Pacific Forest Products, Western Canfor, West Fraser all donated material. “Twelve years is a long time. It’s been very rewarding. Now it feels like we’re done building up there, which is a great place to be,” Lawson said.
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2016-2020 Business Plan Presentations Department Presentations Maple Ridge Council will review the City of Maple Ridge 2016-2020 Business & Financial Plans at a series of meetings scheduled on; Tuesday, December 1, 2015 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Wednesday, December 2, 2015 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Thursday, December 3, 2015 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm These meetings will be held in Council Chambers and are open to the public. The meetings will also be live-streamed on the City website at mapleridge.ca. Each day Council will hear departmental presentations and provide feedback to City staff. At the end of each day there is a Public Question and Answer period where citizens can pose questions to Council and staff.
Live Budget Q&A Thursday, December 3, 2015 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Council Chambers & Online This is your time to ask questions... Do you have questions about the City’s Five Year Financial Plan? What are the items that drive costs for local government? What is the City doing to control costs across all departments? If you have questions about the City’s financial planning and business plans, this is your time to go online, get on the phone or head down to Council Chambers and have your questions answered by City staff. On Thursday, December 3, 2015, the Financial Officer will present an overview of the 2016-2020 Financial Plan starting at 6:00 pm sharp. Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend in person in Council Chambers and, to ensure that all citizens can participate, the session will also be live-streamed. At any time during the two-hour session you can ask a question via email, Facebook, Twitter, by phone or in person. For people using social media channels, use the hashtag #BudgetMR so that our staff can direct your question to the floor after the opening presentation.
A Maple Ridge resident wants to get the message out to motorists that some other creatures are using the same route as you, so slow down and look around a bit. Carol Campos said that since detours for the construction of the 232nd Street bridge forced traffic on to 128th Avenue a few years ago, traffic volume has increased. “When we first moved in about four years ago, it was super quiet.” But in the last three months, she’s seen two deer hit near her house on 230th Street. “They [deer] do travel along here all the time,” said Campos. “It’s unfortunate that they [motorists] speed. They’re not paying attention.” On Monday, at about 11 a.m., a mother and a baby deer were crossing 128th Avenue. The young deer got hit, injuring its leg and lay down in Campos’s yard.
She saw it hobbling away but heard that the SPCA picked it up. In August, a fawn was hit and killed. “There could have been others hit along this road but I don’t know about it.” And this summer, Campos was driving home in the dark when she spotted something moving in the middle of the road. It was another fawn that she helped shepherd on to the side of the road. To help reduce the number of injured animals, Campos wants the city to post some small, attention-getting signs warning people to look out for animals. The conventional beware of wildlife highway signs don’t seem to be catching people’s attention. She seen colourful signs used in Oak Bay, near Victoria, and wants Maple Ridge to look at a similar program. In Oak Bay, the Urban Wildlife Stewardship Society is running the program by having signs made that read Caution: Fawns Crossing. Campos said if that doesn’t work maybe speed bumps can be put on to the road as on Shady Lane, or 124th Avenue.
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If you’d like to do some advance reading of the Corproate Business Plan (including the financial plans) you can access the same information that Council has on the City website at mapleridge.ca. Go to the Your Government tab and you will find the Business Planning link. Just follow that link for all of the background information. We look forward to answering your questions. Remember, you can provide input and ask questions year-round using budget@mapleridge.ca or by leaving a message on the budget hotline at 604-467-7484.
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Masse returns to meetings Was ‘scared for his business’ By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com
And I was expecting an absolute horror show,” said Masse. “I determined I needed to be at my office Monday mornings, and I expect most small business people who have worked to build a business can somewhat relate to that.” Masse His position was criticized by the public. On Facebook, Phil Grey said: “Collecting his pay cheque from the city hall while grandstanding instead of going to council meetings is not what we voted for. Time to resign.” And Kerry Verchere: “You will never get a vote from me again. You ran on a promise to serve the community. Hire someone to clean your shop on those Mondays and get to work doing what you promised to do. Your sense of entitlement disgusts me, how much are you being paid to be a
council member?” In a letter to the editor, R.J. Resek said: “Maybe they should think first on how they will prioritize their time and handle their own affairs before accepting these positions.” Masse told council there have been some incidents involving shelter users. On Friday, staff dealt with a woman who was holding her jeans and shoes in one hand, and a needle full of drugs in the other. Later that day, and ambulance and other emergency responders were at the shelter. “But those events have been unusual, and most of my fears have not been realized, and the shelter providers Rain City do a good – a great – job,” he said, noting the neighbourhood is actually cleaner. “I’m happy to be back here,” said Masse at the council table.
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Maple Ridge Coun. Bob Masse is back at Monday morning meetings after missing three of the workshops over concerns about the city’s new homeless shelter, situated across from his chiropractic clinic downtown. Masse had missed three Monday morning workshops. His explanation that he was worried about his business being affected by its new neighbour sparked “a fairly boisterous conversation” on social media and in the local press, he said. He operates Focus Chiropractic, located at 22234 Selkirk Ave., across the street from the new homeless shelter, operated by Rain City Housing. Masse told councillors on Monday morning that he watched the homeless camp on Cliff Avenue
from March through September, was in the camp several times per week, and spoke with the businesses owners who were most effected by it on a regular basis. “It was just a horrible situation,” he said. He had related problems at his clinic during that time, and had security cameras installed. “They promptly came and stole the security cameras – twice,” he said. He said he and his staff were forced to deal with discarded needles, feces and passed-out people when arriving for work some mornings – Mondays in particular. He expected the shelter to make the situation worse. “It was determined the shelter had to be about 25 feet from my office parking,” he said, noting that he was not part of the discussion about potential locations, because of his conflict. “Nonetheless, I was really traumatized, undeniably really mad and admittedly really scared.
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On their own Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows should not amalgamate, although school board chair and former parks general manager Mike Murray thinks they should. Surely, good reasons exist to do so. But studies have shown that amalgamations, such as in Ontario, don’t always reduce redundancies, in services or staff, or save money. But Abbotsford did experience significant growth after merging with Matsqui, and doing so could open doors for grant opportunities. Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows already share many services, all of which could be preserved under amalgamation. As could history. Neighbourhoods such as Whonnock and Hammond in Maple Ridge have done well in that regard, and Pitt Meadows could do the same. But it wouldn’t be the same. Pitt Meadows is its own place, and gives care to its needs and wants as they arise. Would its streets and sidewalks and ditches get the same attention if it shared a roof with Maple Ridge? How would priorities be determined? By population? By age of infrastructure? Who would determine that? Who would be mayor? Maybe Mr. Murray would like that job. Regardless, the list of budget items for Pitt Meadows could be blended with those in Maple Ridge and possibly some wouldn’t get completed as soon as if the former remained on its own. And if improvements took place in Pitt Meadows before any in Hammond, their would be screaming. With the good comes the bad, and Pitt Meadows wants no part in the mess that downtown Maple Ridge is still trying to clean up. Pitt Meadows does its own economic development, and has done quite well for itself in the past 20 years – the growth and changes, from Harris Road to South Boson, are evident. And if the residents of Pitt Meadows don’t mind paying for the benefits of independence, they should remain on their own. Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows should not amalgamate. But they should find ways to share services to reduce costs, as they have for decades. Mr. Murray seems to think the joint parks agreement, which he helped write, was good for Maple Ridge, as it was Pitt Meadows. It should be renewed. The two councils, with two new mayors, should find a way to get along, and resolve the airport issue. – The News
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aple Ridge is considering enlarging the size of its city council from seven to nine members, including the mayor’s seat. With a current population of about 85,000, the move is long overdue since Maple Ridge passed the benchmark Sidewinder Sandy Macdougall population of 50,000 residents required for the larger size council several years ago But my, oh, my. How we’ve grown in a few short years, from four councillors and a reeve to contemplation of a nine-member body, including the mayor. The old system was based on Maple Ridge being divided into four wards, each represented by its own councillor. It worked quite well as the councillors would reasonably support the projects of councilors representing other wards in order to have that same support for their own proposals. I’m not sure of the exact date, but I believe it was circa 1950 when Maple Ridge moved to seven members, including the reeve and six councillors. The ward system was abandoned at the same time and the population stood at about 8,000 or 9,000 people. Again, I’m not sure of the pay for councillors or the reeve in those golden days, but
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I am sure it wouldn’t even begin to pay the income tax on current council and mayoralty indemnities. Eventually, Maple Ridge switched titles from reeve to mayor and from councillor to alderman and, of course, began a long, steady climb in indemnities to current levels. When I was elected to council in November 1977, each alderman was paid $4,800 annually, and when I left council six years later, the indemnity for aldermen had risen to $10,800 annually. The mayor normally received about three times the pay of a council member because the mayor’s job was becoming full-time, while aldermen, regardless of what they told the public, probably spent about 20 hours per week on their council duties. A few years ago, for some murky reason Maple Ridge switched back from the title alderman to councillor, but the mayor’s title remained unchanged. Over the years prior to my election, Ottawa had decided that the indemnities for local elected officials should be one-third tax exempt, a rule which still applies so the real bottom line indemnity for the mayor or councillors is actually somewhat greater than stated, depending on their individual tax brackets. Although the remuneration for council members has increased dramatically over the years, the essence of why city councils even exist hasn’t changed very much. The volume and complexity for some is-
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sues has grown dramatically, but the underlying objectives remain relatively unchanged. Unlike senior levels of government, unless they purchase it at their own expense, elected civic officials have no pensions. Even if you serve for 20 years or more, you won’t even receive a gold watch in thanks. The best you can hope for is the inner knowledge that you did your best without special consideration or favour. Any councillor or mayor who is doing their due diligence on council business is probably spending more hours per week on their council duties than if they held a normal 40-hours-per-week job. In other words, once elected, councilors and the mayor have full-time jobs. Of course, there is always criticism of how any elected official is performing (or not), but the indemnities and other issues affecting elected officials are set for the positions, not the individuals holding those positions. Maple Ridge is facing some of the most expensive and challenging issues in its history. A nine-member council could enrich the discussions and decisions flowing from those increasing demands. Based on current indemnities, adding two more positions to Maple Ridge council would add less than $100,000 per year to the city’s costs. It sounds like a bargain to me. Sandy Macdougall is a retired journalist and former city councillor.
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A gong show Warehousing was a win-win Editor, The News: Well, hello taxpayers of ‘Haney’ and Pitt Meadows. Now we’ve got a war going on about who should pay who. I have made the suggestion that we, the taxpayers of ‘Haney’ and Pitt Meadows, should amalgamate, a few times before. It’s only going to get worse as ‘Haney’ and Pitt Meadows fight for Metro Vancouver to look at us instead our leaders They can’t play in the same sandbox no more – for example, Pitt Meadows says you can’t fly your plane here, ‘Haney,’ so now ‘Haney’ says, ‘Ya, OK, you can’t swim in our pool, Pitt Meadows.’ Gong show. Will Waterbeek Maple Ridge
online comments Negotiation before separation Chelsa Meadus · Re: ’Cities should work together’ (The News, Nov. 18). Mike Murray was instrumental in the positive relationship/partnership between the two cities. You won’t find anyone more educated on this issue. It’s disappointing these decisions keep being made behind closed doors, without any community consultation. It’s additionally frustrating that city council [members] didn’t take the time to educate themselves a bit more on the community benefits this joint partnership has always had, before they grabbed the axe. Why didn’t they try negotiation before separation? The larger impacts go beyond parks and leisure into community services and round table networks. I’m so glad, Mike Murray, you did this interview.
Editor, The News: In the early and late 1970s, I lived in Portland, Oregon. During that time there was a huge influx of transients that migrated into the downtown core, which became a problem as we have seen here with Cliff Avenue. There were many complaints to the city to rectify the problem from business owners and residents. Myself and a few friends who were at one time considered transients rented a huge house and offered a warm place to stay and something to eat. These places were called crash pads. After a few months, it became so overwhelming we approached the city council for help and with a plan. We noticed that there were many vacant warehouses in the industrial part of northwest Portland, so we asked the city council if it would consider subsidizing such a warehouse to house the homeless. For a minimal expense to upgrade one of these warehouses, we were able house up to 80 to 100 people at one time. We asked for help from the community and received many donations, not just monetary, but volunteers on there own time from medical, dental, legal, and social services.
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The homeless camp on Cliff Avenue caused a few problems for the city. There was a committee that was set up and elected by the people staying there. They had implemented house rules and also acquired a couple of shuttle buses, by donation, so that these homeless individuals were able to be transported everyday to various locations within the city to do community tasks as thanks for their place to live. Not only did it resolve most of the issues with businesses and or homeowners having to deal with the ongoing problem, it gave these people a sense of self worth and a way to just to get up
and be able to be productive everyday. It was a win-win. Many of these people left and went on to be self-sufficient. For many, it was just what they needed to feel worthy and get use to getting into a productive routine everyday. It was not a fix-all situation. There will always be individual circumstances, but it was a good start. As far as I know, there are a few of these places still running. R.J. Resek Maple Ridge
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formers as a means of keeping them cool. The PCBs that remain from the process will be packaged into a doubledwalled container and hauled off site and out of the province to a hazardous-waste treatment facility, said Glenn Froese, with CHP Architects. Froese said the property in question is in the process of being sold to the company that wants to put in the facility. A meeting that was to be held Thursday could clarify the process and see the application return to council. Storage and minor processing of hydrocarbons is also part of the proposal, while paint cans, solvents, batteries and oily rags will also be collected, then hauled off site for further processing and recycling. Processing of the latter won’t take place at the facility. Any contaminated waste water will be contained and shipped out and won’t be discharged to the septic system, says a staff report. Froese, who’s acting
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for the current property owner, said proper recycling of PCB-laden oil will prevent it from being improperly disposed of, or even mixed with diesel fuel and burned. According to Health Canada, low levels of PCBs – poly-chlorinated byphenyls – are found in the environment and in foods and are unlikely to affect health. It says most health issues are related to higher levels of exposure to PCBs in the work environment or through accidents. Froese said the two lots on 256th Street are in the process of being sold to the company that’s making the application – but the sale depends on the city amending the M2 use in that zone that would allow the cleaning of the transformers and storage of hydrocarbons. According to a staff report, only two trucks a week will travel up 256th Street, hauling the transformer oil. But between one and three trucks daily will be arriving, carrying other materials. As of 2009, PCBs have
not been allowed to be in transformer oil. As a result, the number of transformers containing PCB’s is decreasing. “We are now at less than 10 per cent of the PCB-containing transformer oil than we had back in the 1970s,� Froese said. Staff say no increase in traffic is expected because the volume is similar to other properties in the industrial area. Neighbours at a Nov. 5 information meeting, which 35 attended, were concerned about the effects on traffic, safety and the environment. For Mal Jones, who’s lived in the area for 40 years, the proposal just means more trucks. “Every day, we have to listen jake brakes from 6 a.m. to after 6 p.m. at night. He’s worried that once this use is allowed, other more intense uses will follow. The Ministry of Environment would still have to approve the project, about a six-month process.
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Pitt hiring parks consult Pitt Meadows council lowered the maximum they will spend for a parks and recreation consultant to$40,000, and voted 6-1 to hire a person to start rebuilding the city’s department. After Maple Ridge served notice that it wanted out of a joint services parks and leisure agreement by Oct. 31, 2016, Pitt council had agreed last Tuesday to spend up
to $70,000 on consulting services to help city staff plan the new department. Three councillors voted against it, concerned about the cost. But at Tuesday night’s regular meeting, CAO Kim Grout, who was absent for the earlier discussion, informed council that the work could be done in three months, at an estimated cost of $25,000. Mayor John Becker compared
the process to building a house on a bare lot. First you hire an architect, then a contractor – not just a contractor. “We should begin with someone to help us with the visioning process,” said Becker. Couns. Bruce Bell and David Murray, who had argued $70,000 was too much, supported hiring a consultant at a cost of an estimated $25,000, with a maximum of $40,000.
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“In addition, as the new city of Abbotsford discovered, a city with a combined population of 101,000 would be better able to address larger challenges and achieve more than two cities of 83,000 and 18,000 acting independently.” Murray suggests senior levels of government “would applaud the initiative,” and may offer support, and even fund the referendum. He sent the letter to both mayors and senior staff, as well as MLAs Doug Bing and Marc Dalton. Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read said Murray’s letter will come before her council for discussion. “I understand Mike’s concerns, and with the number of connected services, it [amalgamation] seems a logical next step,” said Read. However, she said the issue has not been a discussed by Maple Ridge council, even with the backdrop of the cities parting ways in tourism and parks and leisure services. “We’re not at a point where we’re having those conversations,” said Read. Pitt Meadows Mayor John Becker said the amalgamation issue arises from time to time, but always originates out of Maple Ridge. “I have never heard a suggestion of amalgamation from a Pitt Meadows resident,” said Becker. “We are very happy with who and what we are. The two communities have very different personalities.” An example of that, he said, is that Maple Ridge is “an active growth community,” while Pitt Meadows has adopted a “constrained growth model.” That Pitt Meadows has 85 per cent of its land in the Agricultural Land Reserve is “at the core of our differences,” he said. Becker said it’s difficult for most people to see
where Pitt Meadows ends and Maple Ridge begins, and the two cities have identified areas where both benefit by cooperating in delivering services. “I have a lot of respect for Mike Murray. He’s been around a long time,” said Becker. “But I cannot embrace this on any level.” That’s not the end of the matter. Murray’s correspondence will be included in council’s next agenda, and any member of council can “pull it out” for comment or as the subject of a motion. Or, it could be simply “received” as information as part of a batch of correspondence. Some councillors have seen the letter, and “the response has been under whelming,” said Becker. Pitt Meadows Coun. Bruce Bell said the letter
was a surprise to him, given the climate of political friction. “To do something like that, the councils should be working well on a lot of fronts,” said Bell. “His timing is out.” Bell is in his third term on council, has lived in Pitt Meadows 36 years and is skeptical residents would want to join with Maple Ridge. “The residents of Pitt Meadows are very proud of Pitt Meadows, and it’s uniqueness,” he said. “I don’t think it would be supported.” Some Maple Ridge politicians say the cities are practically joined already. “He [Murray] is a little late getting on the bandwagon,” said Coun. Gordy Robson, who tackled this issue himself as mayor. “Ninety per cent of our services are already amal-
gamated,” he said. “The only things that aren’t are public works, fire departments and politicians.” He said the issues of friction between the two cities, including parks and recreation, tourism and the Pitt Meadows airport, could all be resolved. “We should be talking to a marriage counsellor, not a divorce lawyer.” The united cities, with more than 100,000 residents combined, would gain political clout, with a stronger voice to senior government, and at the table with Metro Vancouver, Robson said. “I would like to see amalgamation happen,” he added. “But they [Pitt Meadows residents] will feel they’re being absorbed.” He said the issue could easily be put on a ballot during the next municipal election cycle.
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Mom and dad and doctors and nurses had a feeling the baby might be big. They just didn’t know how big – until Joshua Louis-Hardy made an appearance into the world, Nov. 9 at Ridge Meadows Hospital. Joshua, born to mom Debby Louis-Hardy, tipped the scales at 12 pounds even, about 50 per cent heavier than the average birth weight of about 7.5 pounds. Debby already has three girls, and the last born, Bella was 9 lbs. 10 oz., when she was born. During her last pregnancy, she could feel that Bella was heavier, but didn’t know Joshua would turn out so big. “My 12-pounder, when they put him on my chest, I said, ‘Wow, I can feel that weight.’� The hospital had guessed Joshua would weigh about 10 pounds. They expected him to be big because baby weight can increase with the number of children a mother has. During the childbirth, Debby was worried that she might have to undergo a C-section. But as soon as Joshua’s head crowned, the birth became easier. “Pudgy baby, two feet long. I think if I didn’t eat all that mayonnaise, I’m sure he’d be 10 or 11 pounds.� Debby said her husband John told her “the doctor’s eyeballs
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Debby Louis-Hardy with her newborn son, Joshua. were coming out of his head� when he saw the baby. When they were trying to estimate the size, hospital staff were asking Debby how many kids she already has. She has three girls: Charity, 7; Joy, 4; and Bella, 2, also born Nov. 9. Debby said during the pregnancy, “mayonnaise and eggs were the only thing that would settle my stomach and make me feel better. I’ve never had so many eggs in my entire life.� Debby and Joshua had to stay in the hospital for a few days, but both are now back home doing well. Joshua didn’t cry when they were giving him needles while he was in the
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urday. “It’s truly magical, every year I get goosebumps,� said longtime Haven supporter Corisa Bell, a city councillor and this year’s media and entertainment organizer. “Seeing the community come together, to support and to be with one another during a time that could otherwise potentially be very lonely – it’s incredible.� The Haven is 100 per cent volunteerdriven, operated by a dedicated steering committee, and is only made possible through the outstanding generosity of our community, added Bell. The Haven provides a warm, welcoming atmosphere for people of all ages, backgrounds, and socio-economic status, to enjoy a hot turkey dinner, local Christmas entertainment, children’s activities, and everyone receives a special gift from Santa. It will be held on Dec. 24, from 6-9 p.m., at the ACT. It is a free event, and no registration is required. The Haven is starting a new tradition this year by entering a float in the Christmas parade on Dec. 5. “We’re looking for any lights or Christ-
mas decorations suitable for the outdoors, float appropriate, as donations, they’d so be appreciated.� said Bell.  An exciting opportunity to contribute to the Haven fundraising happens Saturday, Nov. 21, as one of main sponsors, Temptations Salon & Spa in Maple Ridge, is hosting the third annual pub-night fundraiser at The Haney Public House. Tickets are $20 each and includes a burger and beverage. Christmas Haven will receive $10 from every ticket sold. There will be a silent auction, door prizes, a toonie toss and 50/50. Tickets can be purchased at the salon by cash or cheque. Christmas Haven is currently collecting new winter items for adults and toys for children ages 3-10. Gifts or light donations are being collected at: Temptations Salon & Spa (22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd.) and The ACT (11944 Haney Pl.). Monetary donations can be mailed or deliver to the following locations (attention Christmas Haven): c/o Maple Ridge Festivals Office (11925 Haney Pl.,  Maple Ridge, B.C., V2X 6G2); or Parks & Leisure Services (12027 Harris Rd., Pitt Meadows B.C., V3Y 2B5). • For more information see www.christmashaven.ca.
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Lots of say on new tree bylaw Input from 1,000 residents By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com
About 1,000 people have had input into the city’s proposed tree protection bylaw over the past nine months. Their opinions range from those who want “outright protection of all trees,” to those who want “no government interference on private property,” explained city environmental planner Rod Stott, who presented the latest version of the bylaw to council at Monday morning’s council workshop. Stott said the public wanted more tree protection, to prevent irresponsible tree cutting, and large-scale removal of trees He presented a report that has had considerable public input, including 650 online questionnaires, 150 people who attended an open house about the bylaw, and some 200 emails and phone calls. The public is asking for a strong tree protection bylaw, an inventory of heritage trees, higher permit fees and penalties for infractions, and measures to prevent the clear-cutting of forested
areas, he said. There is also demand for some flexibility from rural property owners, to maintain their properties, remove problem trees and cut firewood. “That’s been a very strong message,” said Stott. As a general rule, rural property owners will be permitted to cut 10 trees per year without permit. The bylaw will further allow up to 20 alders and cottonwoods to be cut each year without permit, because these species make up about 80 per cent of the hazard trees in the city, he said. The bylaw also had input from 25 tree experts, was reviewed by city solicitors, and council has been informed at three different workshops. Several councillors expressed concerns that the bylaw doesn’t go far enough in protecting trees. “I’m highly concerned about the protection for trees in our community,” said Coun. Corisa Bell, adding an advisory committee should make recommendations to create an inventory of heritage trees. She also noted that trees with heritage value were cut at the Ridge Meadows Hospital to
make way for more parking space. Bell said she would like to see residents required to post signage warning of tree cutting 24 hours before the work is to be done, so neighbours can see it. Coun. Kiersten Duncan said trees on Shady Lane and at cemeteries should be protected as heritage trees Stott responded that the best approach is to protect tree stands as heritage trees, rather than individual trees. Coun. Bob Masse asked whether under the new bylaw most trees could be cut, for any reason including the owners are “tired of raking leaves,” as long as the owner gets a permit, Stott answered that trees of significant size and those close to property lines will be those the city aims to protect. “If you’re going to deny a permit, you have to have to have very specific reasons for what you’re denying it for,” he told council. Coun. Craig Speirs wants the issue of heritage tree protection referred to the heritage commission. He would also like to see a process for the public to nominate trees for heritage protection.
“We need to be able to capture the social/spiritual values of stands of trees in general,” he said. “Trees outlive us, and they provide a sense of context and place.” He said the bylaw should work to build up the tree canopy in urban areas of the city. Stott noted that in most North American cities the standard is to have 40 per cent tree canopy cover over the municipality, but Maple Ridge will likely exceed 50 per cent, with a 30 per cent canopy on developable lands. Coun. Gordy Robson asked if cost recovery is built into the new system. Staff answered that a city arborist position will be funded from the tree cutting fees, which will generate an estimated $130,000 per year, to more than cover costs. Stott said “final tweaks” to the bylaw will be made, and council will see the final revisions at their committee of the whole meeting on Dec. 7, before the bylaw advances to first, second and third readings. The bylaw, once passed, will be reviewed after a year in operation, with a report back to council.
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Hospital jams easing: FHA Trend improving, hallway medicine now over, according to report By Jeff Nage l Black Press
Hospitals in the Fraser Health region have improved slightly from the spring on key indicators of congestion, but large numbers of incoming patients continue to wait too long to get a bed. Fraser’s latest report card suggests that remains a persistent problem despite repeated initiatives to improve patient flow. As of September, it shows just under 40 per cent of admitted patients got a bed within a 10hour benchmark so far this year. That’s far below a target of 55 per cent, which is itself lower than more ambitious targets that had been set in previous years and subsequently discarded. A 2012 congestion review warned hallway medicine was so rampant in Fraser that staff were resigned that the jammed conditions would remain “intractable.” At that time, just 51 per cent of patients admitted through emergency were getting a bed within 10 hours. The 39.8 per cent rate for 2015 is up from 35 per cent last May. Just two hospitals – Burnaby and Fraser Canyon – are currently meeting the 55 per cent target for admission within 10 hours. The majority of incoming patients wait longer than that at every other Fraser hospital. And two thirds or more of the patients are waiting longer than 10 hours at Abbotsford Regional, Chilliwack General, Delta, Eagle Ridge, Ridge Meadows and Surrey Memorial hospitals. In contrast, neighbouring Vancouver Coastal health authority reported it’s essentially meeting the same target with more than 54 per cent of its patients getting a bed within 10 hours. From April to August, Fraser averaged 204 patients across its hospitals who’ve been admitted but not yet given a proper bed and are instead being treated in ERs, hallways, lounges or other nonacute care areas. That’s down from 222 in the spring, but still in excess of a target of 165 or less.
However, Fraser Health spokesperson Tasleem Juma said the latest data available shows a further drop in October to 199 and all of those patients are now in ER beds, not hallways. Juma credited the improving trend to Fraser’s decision to use $5 million to hire more staff to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions, support weekend discharges and speed transfers from emergency to inpatient units. “That investment that we had made earlier in the year is starting to pay off,” she said. “We are starting to see that number now come down and are effectively no longer using hallway beds to provide the care to the patients.” Another bright spot in the report card is that the average length of stay in hospital is down to 8.2 days, within 10 per cent of the target of 7.8 days, also indicating improving patient flow through wards to residential care or home care. But too many “long-stay patients” are still occupying hospital beds for more than 30 days. And too many extra days that don’t need to be spent in hospital happen while patients that could be discharged wait for transfer to a care home or to home care or other specialized care with supports. Fraser says it plans to open 34 new residential care beds soon to help improve that flow. Juma predicted the ongoing work to add residential beds and improve community capacity “is also going to have impact as we start to move people out of the hospital into the places they need to be in the community and then out of those emergency beds into those inpatient beds.” Overall, the eight out of 30 indicators on the report card are meeting target, 16 are within 10 per cent of targets, and six are well off-target and a priority for improvement. Fraser is beating the provincial target for speedy repair of hip fractures. And the rate of C. difficile antibiotic resistant infections is now below the provincial target. Hand hygiene is also
strong with 88 per cent of staff washing correctly in audits, compared to an 80 per cent provincial target. The two Lower Mainland health authorities both publish report cards but don’t report all the same indicators. Vancouver Coastal has a target for keeping surgery wait times in excess of 52 weeks to no more than two per cent of cases, and its report card shows that was 1.1 per cent as of August. Fraser does not report that statistic – Juma said it
is redundant because the details are available on the province’s surgery wait times website. She said the proportion of surgeries in Fraser waiting longer than 52 weeks was 2.4 per cent in 2014-15, down from 5.7 per cent in 2010-11. The average wait time for surgeries in Fraser has declined from more than 14 weeks in 2010-11 to 11 weeks as of last year, while the number of surgeries performed increased about 2.4 per cent to 85,000 procedures.
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ast month, HUB ran a cycling course at Yennadon elementary for students in grades 6 and 7. It was a five-day course, with one block of instruction per class per day. Two days were spent on the rules of the road, helmet use, different types of roads and intersections, and how to plan a route. During the outdoor classes, kids learned some simple bike mechanics, such as how to pump tires, check brakes and make simple adjustments, and how to clean and lube chains. They also spent a day improving their cycling skills, such as using gears, making turns while shoulder checking, using hand signals, and making emergency stops. The third outdoor day, the kids got to go for a fun, though wet, ride in the surrounding neighbourhoods. Cycling education is important. Learning this basic life skill should be part of every child’s education.
Of even greater importance is providing safe infrastructure so that kids can get into the life-long habit of active transportation. You can teach kids how to ride, but if the available infrastructure is not, or is perceived not to be safe, most parents will not allow their kids to ride to school, to the store or to visit friends. The need for safe cycling infrastructure around and to all schools is something that should be first and foremost on the minds of planners and engineers in both Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows when approving any development application or upgrading existing roads. It’s not just up to our HUB committee, but to parents and neighbourhood associations to push for improvements, so that more kids will be able to get to school by bike safely. Many students are chauffeured to school daily, leading to traffic chaos around some. Kids who travel to school on their own are
more focused and perform better at school. It’s great for kids to make their way to school with friends as opposed to with parents, when they’re a little older. It’s a powerful feeling to be in control when you’re a kid. If we want to Cycling have any hope of changing our Jackie Chow car-obsessed culture and to make cycling an accepted and valued mode of transportation, we have to make it work for kids. So what are the barriers that keep many North American cities from building a complete, safe, multi-modal transportation network? I think people don’t like change. There are inspiring examples of countries and cities all over the world that show that it’s possible to change. It’s possible in Sweden and Finland, despite the fact they have to
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deal with lots of snow in the winter, just like in Canada. It’s possible in the Netherlands, despite the fact they get lots of rain, just like in Canada. It’s possible in Switzerland and Austria, despite the fact that they have mountains and hills, and snow too, just like in Canada. It’s happening in an amazing way in Seville, Spain, where it’s pretty darn hot in the summer, hotter than in most of Canada. It’s happening in properly designed, newer, lower density suburbs such as Houten, a suburb of Utrecht, Netherlands. Often excuses about improving cycling routes are about costs. But studies have shown that investments in cycling infrastructure result in increasingly significant savings in health care costs as time goes on. Health benefits alone are said to outweigh the costs on average by as much as 5-1. If we build our cities to be truly multi-modal instead of being satisfied with a half-baked effort, it can help reduce sprawl, which will help cities save in the future. Often people say that cyclists don’t obey the law, and therefore they don’t deserve bike lanes. If we’d use that same argument when it comes to building roads for cars, we wouldn’t have any. Often you hear there’s no space for bikes. But look at how much space we’re sacrificing for our cars. I’d like to add that the rules of the road were made for cars, as are the roads themselves. They don’t always work too well for cycling, and anybody who frequently cycles for transportation knows that it’s sometimes safer to break a rule than to follow it. Nobody wants to teach kids to disobey the rules. Let’s build better infrastructure instead. The City of Maple Ridge has made a great start with the cycling course at Yennadon. Our HUB committee hopes that more schools will follow.
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REAL ESTATE IN MAPLE RIDGE & PITT MEADOWS
Dealing with those cute little bunnies By Mike Lascelle
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was in Richmond recently doing an on-site inspection for the re-design of an established 8th-floor roof garden. This spacious landscape includes mature trees, lawns, walkways, mixed gardens and benches for the use of residents and guests. What caught me off guard was the presence of about four jet-black domestic rabbits, who lazily grazed on the lawn and paid me no further attention once they hopped up to me and discovered that I had no snacks to offer. The landscaper I was working with told me that he had already live-trapped and removed rabbits in the past, but someone keeps reintroducing them. The garden is being refurbished much in part to the fact that about 80 per cent of the existing trees are dead, with a closer examination showing that the bark had been eaten by those cute cottontails right from soil line to about the height of a standing rabbit. Other bunny-related problems included the digging of warrens in the shallow soils of the rooftop garden and the shredding of protective landscape fabric (presumably for bedding), both of which may result in the failure of the waterproof membrane. Then there was the abundance of rabbit pellets, or feces, much of it accumulated near the patios of the suites situated adjacent to the garden. It was interesting to note that while all the Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) and honey locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) had their bark eaten, the black pines (Pinus nigra) and treeform smokebush (Cotinus coggygria) were left unscathed, so obviously there is a food preference with rabbits. One could also see that given the many gaps in the plantings, that our Coney friends had had their way with many of the missing shrubs and perennials – although the rhododendrons and ‘Otto Luyken’ laurels (Prunus laurocerasus) were left untouched. I have also seen this preference at many wholesale suppliers in the Fraser Valley, where I go shopping for new nursery stock, with selective beds of one particular shrub often being ringed with chicken wire to keep
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One of the black bunnies, and Cotinus coggygria ‘Velvet Cloak.’
the rabbits at bay. So how do we keep these furry little friends in check when we are dealing with established gardens? There are several strategies, including barriers or repellents. Rabbits have a keen sense of smell and can be kept at bay using commercial blood- or chili-pepper-based repellents, but using a fish fertilizer or spreading fresh crushed garlic around also seems to work. Barriers are more problematic and time consuming, although a low fencing of either hardware cloth or chicken wire ( threequarters of an inch or less) erected to a height of 24-30” and buried 6-12” (if possible) will
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keep them out. These same materials can be used around the base of established trees to keep the rabbits from eating bark and girdling the tree. You should also keep an eye out for irrigation piping or buried electrical lines, both of which are often chewed. The other way to go is to create a new garden or replace damaged plants with rabbit-resistant varieties, keeping in mind that the palate of individual bunnies can vary to include some of these. For trees, try blue spruce, Sumac (Rhus), sweet gum (Liquidambar) or even tulip tree (Liriodendron).
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Less-tasty shrubs include lavender, Forsythia, lilac, mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia), Yucca and some shrubby dogwoods, such as Cornus alba. Pungent perennials such as Salvia ‘East Friesland’, Artemisia, Russian sage (Perovskia) and bee balm seem to be resistant, as well as Bergenia, Shasta Daisy, Astilbe, foxglove, Lily-of-the-Valley and Brunnera. And lastly, those cute little bunnies seem to have little appetite for vines such as Clematis and Campsis.
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MORTGAGES
NEW HOME DEVELOPMENT
The purchase of a home is the largest purchase most people make during their lifetime. Now, more than ever, financial institutions are regularly launching new products and programs, making it easier to get into that new home sooner.
Questions to ask before applying for a mortgage By Nicolle Hodges
Figuring out how to finance that perfect home is an important step in the long and exciting home buying process. Ideally, before the hunt for a home even begins, you should be evaluating your current and future housing needs. Learning about the process of home buying and seeking out practical advice regarding financial responsibilities is a great way to lay down the groundwork for future success. This preparation can save a lot of headache and potential financial woes down the road. Once you have your finances in focus, the type of house you would like to buy and can afford will begin to align.
Buying a house requires a lot primarily in the arrangement of of effort and understanding, so residential mortgages. finding a mortgage broker you He says that most consumers can trust will help make the are aware that if they increase decision-making process easier. their payments or make extra In terms of what the best options payments on their mortgage, are for payment, some homethey can speed up the principal buyers are interested in keeping pay down of their mortgage, their monthly payments low, pay less overall interest on while others prefer ensuring that their mortgage, and pay their Darren Rossi their monthly payments never mortgage off sooner. However, Mortgage Broker increase. It’s important to find many choose to just make the Dominion Macklem Mortgage Services what option works for you. minimum payment with the Darren Rossi is an indepenhope that they can afford a lump dent mortgage broker with Dominion sum payment sometime in the future, but Macklem Mortgage services (a franchise generally have no plan on how that will be of Dominion Lending Centres) and deals accomplished.
“Unless you receive bonuses, have irregular cash flows, or receive a sizeable tax return each year, many borrowers find it difficult or lack the discipline to make regular lump sum payments against their mortgage,” says Rossi. “For these borrowers, a weekly or biweekly accelerated mortgage payment may be more suitable, as this will force them to make an additional principal payments throughout the year which generally equates to an extra monthly payment per year.” If this is not possible due to your cash flow or payroll schedule, Rossi says one may consider increasing monthly or semi-monthly payment by 8.5 percent to achieve the same result.
Questions to ask: Every homebuyer has his or her own priorities when choosing a mortgage, which is why Rossi suggests asking the following questions before applying for a mortgage: ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸
Are all of my credit accounts current and up to date? Do I have an understanding of my current credit score? Are my income tax filings up to date? Am I past any probationary period with my new employer? If I am not guaranteed hours with my employer, or if I am a casual or seasonal employee, can I provide a two-year track record of my earnings within same industry? ▸ Can I provide a current employment letter and paystub
from my employer to help confirm my employment and income? ▸ Can I come up with a down payment of at least five percent of the purchase price? ▸ Do I have access to enough additional funds to also afford the closing costs of a mortgage? These could include lawyer/notary fees, registration costs, tax adjustments, etc.
As for common questions a borrower should ask their mortgage expert of choice before signing any mortgage documents or commitments, Rossi advises the following: ▸ Are you, as my mortgage expert of choice, representing me as the borrower, or the lender? This essentially asks, “Who do you work for?” ▸ Is my mortgage rate a fixed rate or variable rate? ▸ If my mortgage is a variable rate, will the payment be adjusted each and every time there is an adjustment to the Bank of Canada Prime rate? ▸ Will I be able to make extra payments on my mortgage? Up to how many? ▸ Will I be able to make lump sum payments on my mortgage? Up to how much?
▸ Is my mortgage portable to a new home if I decide to move during my term? ▸ How would that be arranged? Would there be a penalty? ▸ Do I have the option to close out my mortgage term early? How would the penalty be calculated if I decided to do so? ▸ Am I giving up any common features or privileges to receive the rate I am being offered on my mortgage? ▸ Will the mortgage lender permit me to use the solicitor of my choice for the mortgage registration? ▸ Who do I contact for future servicing of my mortgage?
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Liz Murphy and Courtney De Adder have been playing softball together since they were five. Now, after years countless tournaments, hundreds of long car rides and far more wins than losses, the two will be saying goodbye to each other in the fall of 2016. Murphy just signed her letter of intent to play NCAA Division l fastpitch at the University of Detroit Mercy while De Adder officially signed to play NCAA Division 2 with Simon Fraser University. While both admitted it will be strange not seeing each next season. “It was hard knowing I was going so far away and leaving my family and friends,� said Murphy, a who pitched for the Canadian Junior Nationals in Oklahoma in August, helping lead the team to fourth place, its best showing at the tournament since 1981. “But it’s such a strong program and knowing I’m going to a division 1 school has always been my dream.� For De Adder, the choice to go to SFU made sense on two levels. The
The Ridge Meadow Flames went on the road won by a field goal, defeating the Aldergrove Kodiaks 10-7 in new head coach Bayne Ryshak’s debut on Wednesday, Nov. 18. Dale Howell led the Flames with two goals and two helpers, while Boston Colley recorded the hat trick in the win. Bradley Crompton also chipped in with two goals and a helper. The Flames opened with a 3-0 lead midway through the first period and 7-5 after a wild second period that saw seven goals in total. The Flames went 2-5 on the power play. Colley was named the game’s first star while Howell was second. The win moved the Flames in a tie with Aldergrove for third in their division. • The Flames host the Mission City Outlaws Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m.
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MRSS students Liz Murphy (left) and Courtney De Adder have played softball together since they were five but will be headed in different direction in the fall when they head to Detroit Mercy and Simon Fraser University respectively. infielder had a strong desire to play NCAA and take university French. SFU filled both those needs. De Adder, teammates with Murphy on the White Rock Renegades U18 Gold team, also won a gold with
Team B.C. at the Western Canada Summer Games. Both players know none of their success is possible without their parents. She said that’s another reason Detroit was high on her list.
The access from Toronto makes family visits more realistic, said Murphy. “Knowing I have the support family, I think this will be right decision in the end.�
Thomas Haney tripped up at valleys The Thomas Haney Thunder’s run to the Fraser Valley championship came to en end with a 4-0 loss to Panorama Ridge in the final on Wednesday, Nov. 18 in Newton. Head coach Glenn Urquhart said the score was not indicative of how close the game was. Pressing for the equalizer, Panorama scored three goals in the last 190 minutes. “The boys created chances, but were unable to score against a very good defence that only allowed four goals against all season,� said the coach. He said the team, whose only loss came in the final, were led by standouts Kai Vokeroth on defence, who played a tenacious attacking style at
centre back. Urquhart also commended Brody Thomas at centre mid, who he said controlled the play beautifully and was relentless on attack all season. Other players who had a great season included Phil Mayfield and Marcus Tjernagel at striker. “Phil played a great ball possession role in attack making precise passes all season long,� he said Marcus continuously put defenders on their heels with his pace and attacking skills.� Uruuhart also had high praise for his goalie Nick Stroud, who made countless, amazing reflex saves to keep every game close and always gave his team a chance to win the championship. However, getting to the finals was another story.
The Thunder rallied from a rainsoaked 3-1 half-time deficit against the Eugene Reimer Ravens to take a 4-3 late in the game on Monday at Thomas Haney. That’s when things got out of hand, said Urquhart. He said with four minutes left in the game, the referee called the game after handing out three red cards to Raven players for abuse of the official. Urquhart said the abuse continued into the parking lot, that also included parents. He said he has never seen such a poor display of sportsmanship. “There is no room for that in any sport, but especially with 13 and 14-year-olds,� said the Thomas Haney coach. Tim Fitzgerald/THE NEWS The Ravens were also disqualified from playing in the third place game Dan Elisseev of the Thomas Haney Thunder blows past a Eugene Reimer Raven defender in semi-final play on Monday. against Lord Tweedsmuir.
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here is a type of exercise program that surfaced about a decade ago called ‘muscle confusion’ that promised to ‘confuse’ complacent and ‘bored’ muscles and help people past a stagnation, or plateau, in their workout. The concept probably arose from the idea that muscles have a memory and can ‘remember’ exercise movements. But if they keep performing the same movements, they are not challenged anymore and become stagnant. They need to be confused into working again. Does this concept make sense or is it utterly confused? Muscles do have a property which is often called ‘muscle memory,’ since rehearsed movements become engrained in the nervous system to a larger degree than new movements. With respect to anthropomorphizing your muscles – that’s about as far as it goes. Muscles don’t get bored, complacent, confused or enlightened. They don’t become depressed, creative, angry or lethargic. It just feels like it sometimes. They are muscles, after all. Muscles do respond to chal-
lenges they are faced for general fitness or with in two distinct burning calories. If ways. One is due to the you are training for a principle commonly specific goal, however, referred to as SAID, then a less variable, which stands for specific standard training adaptation to imposed program will produce demands. The principle better results. states that the body will Examples of specific adapt to the specific degoals would be trainmands placed upon it. ing in order to run a Kinected In other words, you get Kerry Senchyna marathon, or playing what you train for. a specific sport like The other is what is known as hockey or basketball. the principle of progressive overIn sport training, coaches do load states that a muscle will vary the training routine – a keep improving if you continuconcept known as periodization. ally challenge it slightly beyond Periodization refers to sticking its capacity, but not enough to with a fixed routine for about injure it. eight to 12 weeks, then changing And this is contingent on it, not to ‘confuse’ the muscles, allowing enough rest between but to focus on a different aspect sessions so the muscle can adapt of muscle function that correand grow or change in some way. sponds to the season of play the There is nothing wrong with athlete is in. completely changing your A program in the off-season routine every four weeks or so. will have a different focus than You will certainly burn plenty an in-season or pre-season of calories and increase the program will. The differences in fitness of the muscles you are these programs has to do with using. That is, as long as you are varying the metabolic demands, stimulating them sufficiently to the strength loads, the speed change. of movement with load (called But what is your training goal? power) and nervous system patExercise variety, like muscle terns. confusion programs, are great See Recovery, 28
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Every year, the Maple Ridge Community Foundation (MRCF) presents educational grants to select School District 42 graduates from the Dr. Robert C. Rhodes Fund, the George Mussallem Vocational Education Fund and the MRCF 20th Anniversary Fund. In 2014, through these funds, the MRCF awarded $14,900 in grants plus $5,000 in scholarships to help graduates pay for their post-secondary education or training.
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But they keep performing the same movements because they want to allow the muscles to adapt to the patterns of movement that are specific to their sport – thus the term ‘sport-specific’ training. When an athlete does this, they are making the most of the SAID principle and progres-
sive overload. The results of training will be greater than if the athlete continually varies the program. Some would-be body-builders will try to incorporate ‘muscle confusion’ in order to overcome plateaus in their workout. But plateaus do not arise because the muscles are not confused
enough. They occur for other reasons. Stagnation of results usually come about because the athlete is either bored and not maintaining the concept of progressive overload, or sometimes it can be due to insufficient recovery. If the athlete does not give enough time or the proper nutrition in their recovery, their body
won’t respond and build up to a higher level of strength, endurance or power. If this is the case you are actually over-training and running the risk of an injury. Kerry Senchyna holds a bachelor of science degree in kinesiology and is owner of West Coast Kinesiology.
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On November 16, 2015, Forest Paul Woods at the age of 98 years, passed into the arms of his Lord and Savior. Paul, who was nicknamed Buster because he broke things, was born in Wilmar, Sask. March 2, 1917. He was predeceased in 1987 by his wife, Martha, his 2nd wife, Olywn, in 2004 as well as four sisters and two brothers. His unique sense of humor, his limitless energy and his Godly wisdom and advice will be greatly missed by his children Beverley (Bill), Margaret (Gary), and Douglas (Noreen), grandchildren; Ryan, Jillian, Joshua, Krista, Cheya, Brady and Shane, eight great grandchildren, his nieces and nephews and extended family in Canada, the USA and New Zealand.
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Paul graduated from Wilmar School, Saskatchewan, in 1933. He was the first male student to graduate from that school. Paul enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1942 and later attended McGill University, Montreal, training for a position in electronics. He served in Canada and England as a leading aircraftman and was stationed in Devon, England, working as a radar technician in what was then a highly secretive position. Growing up, Dad’s favorite sports were baseball and hockey, and in 1934 he was on an all-star baseball team in Wilmar Sasatchewan. He loved hunting and shot many prairie chickens. He passed his love of the outdoors on to his son, Douglas. His pet peeve was picking rocks on the farm. Paul married Martha Betker on Sept 6, 1941. Upon being dischared from the Air Force, Paul and Martha settled in Whonnock, BC where he resided until his death. Paul worked at Whonnock Lumber as the log supply manager. It is only fitting that with a name like “Forest Paul Woods” dad would work in the lumber industry. 62 years ago, Dad logged his 15 acre farm with a team of horses. Today, his livingroom window looks out on several beautiful 50 feet tall cedar and fir trees. They are trees that he purposefully left because they were too small to harvest. For the past 7 years Dad lived on part of the original property which his son and daughter in law purchased and developed. He made sure all the jobs were done, including stoking the furnace, mowing lawns, spreading fertilizer, chopping wood, planting and tending the gardens, and overseeing the dogs, mules and horses. His family was constantly around him, as were many local friends. He gathered with his old Whonnock Lumber Co. co-workers monthly, kept track of family and friends on Skype and facebook, and was a avid reader. Paul was very involved in his churches and served as a pastor for a few years in the early 1950’s. His love for the Lord and his compassion for people in need led both him and Martha to be Nanna and Poppa to many families in Canada, USA, New Zealand and Australia. Dad traveled to NZ and Australia many times and loved meeting new people. When asked what three lessons he had learned in life he said: Respect your parents for who they are, even if you cannot accept what they do. Always face truth at the right time in the right way, and in the right place. Never trust anyone more than you trust God. At Dad’s request a celebration of his life will be held next summer on the land that he loved, under the trees that were such a big part of his life and with all of his family present.
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Peace came to Rudy in the early morning of November 5th, 2015. It was a long journey home. His sparkle, wit and humour will be forever missed. Born in Michel, BC, 1925. Rudy was predeceased by his cherished wife of 58 years, Joyce, as well as his sister Evelyn, brother Wayne and son Gary. Rudy is survived by his children Jim (Del), Randy (Laura), Jeannine, and Janice, along with his beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren. A World War II veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy, Rudy fought in the unrelenting Battle of the Atlantic. Following his discharge Rudy joined his family in Vernon. His mother asked the Overwaitea manager Arnold Cherry, “Would you give my son a job?” There he “donned the green apron” the beginning of a long and exciting career with Overwaitea. Moving quickly up the ranks, he was appointed senior clerk and transferred to Chilliwack. And it was there, at a dance, he looked across the room and spotted a lovely lass named Joyce. Rudy was smitten. They were married in 1952. Rudy was promoted to manager and immediately transferred to Salmo. Campbell River followed as did White Rock, back to Chilliwack, then Trail and Parksville. A promotion to head office brought the family to Maple Ridge in 1973. Rudy retired after 35 faithful years with the company. That is when he and Joyce began their travel adventures. He was an avid curler and lawn bowler, strived to be “the great golfer” and loved a good fishing trip. Later in life he became a volleyballer down at The Happy Wanderer, Rudy and Joyce’s Indio desert paradise for 30 years. They loved it there, making many very dear friends. Rudy lived a good life. A happy life. The family want to express their deepest gratitude to the staff up on Webster’s Corner at Baillie House. They showed incredible compassion, and put up with Rudy’s antics in the early days... and there were many. The family also want to thank Veterans Affairs Canada for maintaining their stellar commitment in caring for their WWII vets. And special thanks to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #88 who will perform the honour guard at the service. Thanks as well to Dr. Danny Wong, Haney Presbyterian Church, Rev. Gerard Booy and Rev. Dorne Cornish for their incredible support. Rudy was truly a charismatic guy. Everybody has a great Rudy story. What better legacy than that? Please join us to celebrate his life on Saturday November 28th, 11:00am at Haney Presbyterian Church, 11858 216th Street, Maple Ridge. Expressions may be left at: www.gardenhill.ca In lieu of flowers please consider The Alzheimer Society of Canada.
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604.476.2740
604-537-4140
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
. Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046
Circulation
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
A - 20779 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge
FREE ESTIMATES
41011005 - 118B Ave, 119 Ave, 193 St, Blakely Rd. 41011022 - Bonson Rd, Maple Pl, Somerset Dr. 41011026 - Fair¿eld Ave, Hammond Rd, Herring Pl, Wildcrest Ave. 41021057 - 121B Ave, 122B Ave, 188 St, 189A St, Charnley Crt, Ford Rd.
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
604- 467- 1118
DESIGN
DCC Campus located inside Retirement Concepts Call now to receive a free information package
Call Mike 604 - 306 - 4468
F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
40000049 - 24401-24624 Kimola Dr. 40000055 - Cottonwood Dr.(Townhomes) 40000064 - 111A Ave, 112 Ave, 237 St, 238 St, Kanaka Way 40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr. 40000081 - 101A Ave, 102 Ave, 242B St. 40100103 - 22488 116 Ave. (Townhomes) 40100118 - 21960 River Rd. (Townhomes) 40210217 - 123B Ave, 229 St, 230 St, Abernethy Lane, Greenwell St, Reid Ave. 40220257 - 124 Ave, 126 Ave, 219 St, Harkness Crt, Higgins Crt, Highview Pl, Isaac Cres. 40220262 - 124 Ave, 216 St, Exeter Ave, Spring Cres, Thornton Ave. 40220264 - 123 Ave, 124 Ave, 216 St Evans St, Manor Ave. 40310307 - 113 Ave, 114 Ave, 207 St, Lorne Ave. 40310313 - 119 Ave, 210 St, 212 St, Cook St, Laity St. 40310314 - 117 Ave, 207 Ave, Camwood Ave, Graves St, Owen St, Thorne Ave. 40400416 - 120B Ave, 121 Ave, 121A Ave, 248A St, 249A St, 250 St, 250A St, Smith Ave.
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
Details : mariescustomized cleaning@gmail.com
Available routes in Maple Ridge EDUCATION
604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
D Home Repairs D All types of carpentry D Renovations
* Insured * Experienced Maple Ridge, P. Meadows, Mission
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Established 1994
UNIQUE CONCRETE
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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
Top Line Projects Ltd.
House Cleaning Team
MOVING & STORAGE
MIRACLE MOVING
Will @ 604-764-1036
Ewa 604-220-0467
TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, 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
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For Estimates Call
PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES
604-465-1311
*Custom Woodwork
QUALITY & DETAILED
Earn Extra Cash!
TOPRATES for Vinyl Siding/Wood crews, and Individual Installers. Call/Text Jordy@604-313-2894
*Plumbing & Electrical Installations
Ewa Christmas Cleaning Licensed & Bonded
40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr.
.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
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HELP WANTED
$59.00 Per Ton
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tbrebner@tybo.ca workwithus@tybo.ca
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
MISC SERVICES
✶Dump Site Now Open✶
LOW RATES 604-617-1774
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TYBO CONTRACTING has quickly become an industry leader in the excavating & civil contracting business. Tybo is currently retained by some of the largest developers in B.C. We are currently offering top wage & benefit pkgs as well as opportunities for advancement. Email resumes to:
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
CLEANING SERVICES
HERFORT CONCRETE
*Online through our website:
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HOUSEKEEPER AVAIL NOW. Taking new clients. Great Refs. Call anytime 1-604-302-9291
Full-Time Monday-Friday 9am-4pm (hours can be flexible)
www.westridgesecurity.com
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778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
*Phone: 604-463-8933
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Bookkeeping & Accounting Payroll, Year-end, Financial Statements, Income Taxes E-FILE Service Ph: 604-465-2123 Cellular: 604-788-0161
Duties are varied - experience in all aspects of an office environment a definite asset.
Please apply using one of the following options: *Email resume: info@westridgesecurity.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
Construction Lead Hands
MEDICAL/DENTAL PART-TIME CDA WANTED in Maple Ridge. Call Susan: (604) 327-6225
SALES
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
LONDON Drugs Maple Ridge is looking to hire an Insurance Specialist. Employee must be available Monday-Sunday,28-32 hours per week. Must have level I, II or III general insurance license.Email resume at careers@londondrugs.com
SEASONAL FARM LABORERS Required for Erica Enterprises Pitt Meadows. February November 2016 $10.69/hr. 6 days/wk. 50-60hr./wk. Potting, pruning, weeding & harvesting. Must be prepared to work outdoors in all conditions. Bending, lifting, kneeling, standing and walking required. Email resume to: ericaenterprises@shaw.ca
Westridge Security offers competitive wages with medical & dental benefits
New West 604.522.4900
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
.Window & Roof Cleaning Gutters Cleaned & repaired. 604-961-1280
WHERE DO YOU TURN
TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?
YOUR NEWSPAPER:
The link to your community
. Lawns N More. Residential, Commercial, Strata, Free Est. Property mgmt, repairs, snow removal, Christmas light hanging, etc. 604-202-1956, www.lawnsnmore.ca Res. Comm. Strata. 604-202-1956 www.lawnsnmore.ca
JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369
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PLUMBING
FLUID SOLUTIONS. Gas, plumbing, heating, reno’s, repairs. 20 years exp., reliable & courteous. Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416 FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
PETS 477
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Black & black/tan. 6 weeks old. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602 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
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 548
FURNITURE
#1 Cash Buyer
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 563
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
Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms
~ Since 1987 ~ $$CASH $$ for your furniture, tools, electronics, antiques, appliances, computers & collectibles.
REAL ESTATE 627
HOMES WANTED
Single Items to Entire Households
Yes, We Pay CASH!
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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GARAGE SALES
Maple Ridge Moving Sale 12105 - 201 St. Sat. & Sun. Nov. 21st & 22nd, 8am - Noon.
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Damaged or Older Houses! Condos & Pretty Homes too!
Check us out! www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
MISC. FOR SALE
mikes hauling 604-516-9237
MOVING SALE
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Atlas Vinyl Sundecks - Your Complete Sundeck Specialist. Free estimates (778)285-2107
SUNDECKS
Oak & glass coffee table, Push mower c/w grass catcher, 3 bar stools, 4 drawer wood dresser, Assorted garden tools, Large computer table, Assorted pictures, New snowblower, Weed eater, 2 large fans, 3 piece luggage set, Fertilizer spreader, Storage cabinet, F/P tool set. Call (604)467-5890
ROMANCE Your Christmas Local BC Adult Retailer Shop Online Now & Receive 25% OFF! www.shagg.ca
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New SRI Manufactured homes Singles $74,900. Doubles $94,900. PARK SPACES AVAILABLE REPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010 *1989 14x70 in 55+ Ruskin Park 1 small pet ok, $42,900. *1970 12x60 in 55+ Langley Park no pets, $26,900. www.glenbrookhomes.net Chuck 604-830-1960 Trades. Financing. Permits.
MISC. WANTED
STAMP collector buying. Pay top $$ as I am NOT a dealer. Perfect opportunity to convert what you have for CASH. yvrbill@hotmail.ca or call 604-506-1372
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APARTMENT/CONDO
MAPLE RIDGE
1 & 2 Bdrms available $865/mo & $965/mo
Great Location
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
MAPLE RIDGE CENTRAL
1 Bdrm Apt $750/mo.
Includes heat, h/w. No pets Available now.
604-476-6683
RENTALS
RENTALS
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION
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M.Ridge 1-2 rooms avail in house. Prof/student pref’d, street prk, w/d. N/S. Dec1. $550/mo. 604-506-5416
PITT MEADOWS 3 Bdrm T/H in quiet family complex, rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-465-4851
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STORAGE
TOWNHOUSES
TRANSPORTATION 845
* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet Includes: Heat, Hot Water
and Hydro Near Shopping & Amenities.
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
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
SENIOR’S DISCOUNT
604-463-2236 604-463-7450 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings
Polo Club Apartments
Onsite Manager
604.465.7713
ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES 22588 Royal Crescent Avenue, Maple Ridge
Large Units. Close To Golden Ears Bridge, Shopping & More. GREAT RIVER VIEW!
Office: 604-463-0857 Cell: 604-375-1768 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.
604-575-5555 741
When you place a print classified here, it’s also posted online at BlackPressUsed.ca.
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Double your chances with your community classifieds! Browse more at:
PORT COQUITLAM
1 bdrm suite - $775 2 bdrm corner suite - $925
604-464-3550
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• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
The Scrapper
Your Community, Your Classifieds.
604.465.7221
S Includes heat/hot water S 1.5 blocks to various bus stops S 2 blocks to Safeway/medical S City park across street S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required * SORRY NO DOGS * CALL FOR APPOINTMENT
1997 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, 180K, in mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270
Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers
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
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
TRANSPORTATION
Queen Anne Apts.
19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows
ANYTHING OF VALUE
604-463-4449 604-209-6583
RENTALS
OFFICE/RETAIL
#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL ~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~ $$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200
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OFFICE/RETAIL
A division of
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OFFICE/RETAIL
OFFICE TWO INDIVIDUAL SPACE OFFICES FOR • 10’ X 8.5’ available RENT • Includes heat, A/C & window 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.
Contact Jim at 604-476-2720
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Clothes That Work
FRIENDS & THE ONLY DAYS FAMILY DAYS
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EVERYTHING
INCLUDING SALE ITEMS*
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FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY
for Christmas
NOVEMBER 20, 21, 22 * E X C L U D E S G I F T C A R D S, S M A RT D E A L S, & D O O R C R A S H E R S
OUTERWEAR 40% OFF JJACKET ACKET WITH T-MAX® INSULATION Our Reg. $99.99
SALE $59.99
SAVE 40%
DOWN CAR COAT WITH WATERREPELLANT HD1 Our Reg. $169.99
SALE $101.99
SAVE 40%
QUILTED JACKET WITH T-MAX® INSULATION Sizes S–2XL Our Reg. $199.99
SALE $119.99
SAVE 40%
PLUS AN ADDITIONAL
20% OFF DUE TO SALE!
THREE DAYS ONLY!
DURABLE WATERREPELLANT RAINWEAR Sizes S–2XL Our Reg. $119.99
SALE $71.99
SAVE 40%
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