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After three council meetings in a row lasting close to five hours, Coun. Helena Konanz wants to see if there is a better way. Lengthy public hearings prior to the March 21, April 4 and April 18 meetings meant council didn’t finish until between 10 and 10:30 p.m. on those nights. A record-breaking meeting last May ended up running past midnight. “They are too long. I don’t think anyone can be at their best when they are in their sixth hour of making decisions,” said Konanz, who introduced a notice of motion on April 18 to have staff research schedules of council meetings and public hearings held in other municipalities and report back with options for beneficial changes to the 2017 Penticton City council meeting and public hearing schedule. Earlier in the April 18 meeting, after realizing there was going to be three public hearings before the May 2 meeting, Konanz suggested council should look at alternatives. “What I don’t support is having three public hearings on May 2. I am wondering if we can find an alternate time, because I don’t think it is fair to any of them to have three at one time, or to us. I think that will be a massive meeting,” said Konanz. According to Mayor Andrew Jakubeit, Penticton city staff has already begun looking into alternate schedules. He said he has two concerns, the first being

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to look at how council and staff can be more efficient with their time. Looking at meeting times also fits in, he continued, with city council’s focus on better engaging with the community. Councillors had varied opinions on scheduling meetings. Coun. Campbell Watt said his main concern was that they have time to absorb the information after a controversial or lengthy public hearing. “I realize the impact that may have as far as timing goes, but at the end of the day, I think it is more important to be confident in our decisions. That is the only thing I would change from the current format,” said Watt. Coun. Tarik Sayeed said he was OK with long meetings, provided they were expected so he could be mentally prepared. But he echoed Watt’s thoughts about decision-making. “For some of them, I think it is prudent and necessary for us to sleep over it and then make the decision in the morning or the day after,” said Sayeed. Konanz’ motion will come forward at the May 2 meeting, where, if passed, will give official endorsement to the research already being done by staff.

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ATV’er presumed to have drowned near Summerland Mark Brett

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RCMP have identified David Shackleton, 33, of Peachland as the man believed to have drowned in Saturday’s ATV quad accident near Summerland and the search has been suspended. According to Cpl.

Dan Moskaluk District Advisory NCO (media relations) South East District, Shackleton was a passenger in the vehicle when the driver lost control on a bridge, flipping over and sending the victim into the fastmoving waters of Trout Creek. The incident happened around 6 p.m.

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driving prohibition under the Motor Vehicle Act,” said Moskaluk, adding investigators are considering whether alcohol consumption may have been a contributing factor. Moskaluk said that the investigation is ongoing, part of which is determining whether there is any criminal charges coming. The accident comes on the heels of a warning from the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations about the dangers of rivers, creeks and streams due to the high runoff conditions as a result of the melting snow in higher elevations. The conditions result in higher than normal and much faster water flows which are expected to continue well into the spring.

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Craft soda maker to pop into the Dragon’s Den Kristi Patton

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Jason Cox is looking to put a little fizz back into the soda market. Already making a name for himself locally with The People’s Crafthouse soda he creates, Cox hopes a CBC Dragon’s Den investor will help take it even further. Cox applied for the show and was put in a long line of entrepreneurs pitching to a producer in Kelowna in March. “It seemed to go really well. I was told I would get five minutes but the producer spent 35 to 40 minutes with me,” said Cox. Then he heard nothing back. “I was getting a haircut last Friday at my barber’s and he had asked me what was happening with it. Although in my head I was thinking I wasn’t going to make the cut for Dragon’s Den, I hadn’t actually

JasoN Cox, owner of The People’s Crafthouse, is asking for help to get him and his craft soda product to Toronto for the filming of an episode of Dragon’s Den. Cox was invited to the show after a tryout in Kelowna recently.

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vocalized it,” said Cox. “I was making excuses that maybe I should have done this or that. I got

back to my shop to open it up and I got the phone call. I think the universe saw I was giving up

hope and then it was restored immediately.” As fate would have it, one of the Dragon’s he

would most like to work with — Jim Treliving, owner of Boston Pizza — just happens to have roots in Penticton. “He was here last year speaking to the chamber. I actually sat at the table with him but didn’t want to do the classless thing and pitch him my product over lunch,” said Cox. “We talked about his business, the chamber, local community and everything including waterslides but not The People’s Crafthouse. I haven’t changed my look much, so I hope he recognizes me and puts two and two together.” It was after receiving a gift of craft soda at a chamber conference in Nanaimo that Cox was intrigued by the idea of making his own but in more classic flavours. Next thing he knew he was working with Burger 55 to create their in-house rootbeer. It was an instant hit. Now he is capping 200 bottles a

Fundraiser for Watson nets almost $32,000 Mark Brett

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“Over the top” is how organizers are describing Saturday’s fundraising efforts in support of Mike Watson and Lisa Needoba. Combined, the afternoon workshops and gala evening, including auction, raised almost $32,000. “It was such a great day and truly the evening exceeded all of my expectations,” said Monique Atherton,” who helped put the events together. “The workshops at Kaleden school attracted a big and diverse crowd.” She recalled one woman at the school in the afternoon who really didn’t know much about Watson and Needoba’s situation but realized somebody needed help. “I thought that really exem-

Lisa Needoba and Mike Watson enjoy some time together during a recent boat excursion in the Hong Kong harbour.

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plified that sense of community that has been such a part of all of this,” said Atherton. The couple remains in Hong Kong where Watson received a portion of his partner’s liver in March. According Atherton, during the day the couple were kept in the loop and were able to enjoy videos and stories of the activities.

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In her latest post, Needoba wrote: “We hope you all know how incredibly grateful we are for your support. We are trying our best to digest what has taken place here, but all of the layers to this situation have been nothing less than unbelievable. “Without our friends and family who assured us ‘it’s only money,’ we never could have gone to the lengths

we did. And the best part is — it worked. The tsunami of support we have experienced is mind-blowing, and we can only hope that our story will help others down the road.” Atherton also expressed her gratitude to everyone who participated during the day from those who prepared the dinner to emcee and disc jockey James Chicalo, the entertainers and the four women who: “playfully paid homage to both the ‘black tie’ dress suggestion and Mike and Lisa’s obvious love for one another, who showed up in their wedding gowns.” This money will bring the total raised so far to just over $180,000 of the $264,000 goal. It’s hoped the couple will receive medical clearance to return home to their three children sometime in the next few weeks.

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A neighbourhood in Penticton’s Uplands won a victory at Penticton city council last night, but the result may not be as sweet as they hoped. Developer Bruce Schoenne was denied the rezoning he needed to build duplexes on properties at 166 and 172 Cambie Pl. after council spent over two hours listening to opponents of the project at a public hearing. After the decision Schoenne said the only option left to him is to build units according to the existing zoning: single family homes, probably with secondary suites. Those two units, he said, will likely end up being larger and taller than the four duplexes he had planned to build. “I would say the unfortunate thing about this is that they will be larger buildings than what was proposed. The mass of the buildings will now actually be bigger,” said Schoenne. “I will build to the maximum limits I am allowed under the R1 zoning.” The secondary suites will likely become rental units, said Schoenne. The single building currently on the site hasn’t been occupied for two years, and according to both Schoenne and his opponents, is ratinfested.

Developer Bruce Schoenne had his latest rezoning application turned down by Penticton city council after a two-hour public hearing that saw neighbours speak out against his duplex complex.

Schoenne hoped to rezone the two properties to RD1, duplex housing, allowable under the Official Community Plan’s designation of the area as low density residential. It’s also the same zoning as Cambie Meadows, a gated community adjacent to Schoenne’s properties, and also where many of the opponents who spoke at the public hearing live. The majority of council, however, took the view that his project exceeded an appropriate density for the area. Mayor Andrew Jakubeit said he liked the

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design, but thought it was more suitable to an area where density was already a focus. Coun. Campbell Watt disagreed with many of the opponents’ points saying he wasn’t swayed by some residents losing their view, and didn’t see how parking concerns could be a priority. However, he felt there were better areas for denser housing. “This is not one of those areas. This area was and is single family dwellings. Although there are areas that can be turned into duplexes or higher density, there

isn’t any yet and I don’t want to be part of the instigation to starting it,” said Watt. Coun. Helena Konanz praised the Cambie Meadows complex, but suggested it probably faced the same opposition when it was built 30 years ago. “This is going to bring in four more families. There will be change in that neighbourhood, but this proposal is right next door to a multi-unit facility that probably had to fight and claw its way into existence 30 years ago,” she said. Schoenne also faced

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criticism that sitting on the city’s Board of Variance and Development Committee gave him influence with council. “I have officially resigned from those committees already. I can’t have that coming back on me ever again,” said Schoenne. “I am saddened that people think that is my agenda. “I fought for what I truly believe would be best for the neighbourhood.” Council voted 5-2 against the rezoning. Couns. Konanz and Andre Martin were the only two members in support.

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The Nature Trust of British Columbia has three big reasons to celebrate. On Monday, acquisition of the final 85 acre piece of rare Antelope-brush habitat in the South Okanagan, the 45 year history of land conservation in B.C. and the upcoming eighth annual Earth Wind Fire chef and wine event “Securing of this property, is a major landmark for us. It ensures the protection of important wildlife habitat and connectivity with other conservation areas for many species,” said Dr. Jasper Lament, CEO, The Nature Trust of B.C. ”This Antelope-brush acquisition provides greater opportunity for species to adjust to climate change in the years ahead.” The Nature Trust first acquired the Antelope-brush habitat at the south end of Vaseux Lake between Okanagan Falls and Oliver 17 years ago. Since that time they have worked with donors, foundations, organizations and all levels of government to secure adjoining sections until the last portion of 34.6 hectares (85 acres) was acquired. This creates the largest private holding of rare Antelope-brush habitat in the South Okanagan outside of First

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tably, it supports more than half of the Canadian population of the Behr’s Hairstreak butterfly. The survival of this butterfly is dependent on Antelope-brush, which is the only plant they use for laying their eggs. This butterfly is able to travel just over a kilometre away from its chrysalis during its lifetime, making it unlikely that it can relocate if its habitat is not protected. Bighorn Sheep, Pallid Bat, Desert Night Snake, Great Basin Spadefoot Toad and Lewis’ Woodpecker are among other species at risk that are known to occur on these lands. Since 1971 over 170,000

acres across the province have been conserved with the help of their partners. Key properties include the Englishman River and Salmon River on Vancouver Island; Boundary Bay and the Heart of the Fraser in the Lower Mainland; the Adams River in the Interior; the Hoodoos in the Kootenays; and McQueen Slough in the Peace River region. On June 18 The Nature Trust will celebrate conservation at the Earth Wind Fire event in Kelowna. Tickets are $175 and available online (www.naturetrust.bc.ca) or by calling 1-866288-7878.

Jail time for meth-fuelled assault and standoff Dale Boyd

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A Penticton judge summed up the behaviour of a man who escaped the psych ward at Penticton Regional Hospital, committed a random daytime assault on a senior and was almost shot by police in three words. “Methamphetamine induced psychosis,” said Judge Gail Sinclair during the sentencing of Danny Douglas Ross, 31, who pleaded guilty to assault, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, resisting arrest, possession of a controlled substance and causing a disturbance. “Why anybody would take that stuff, I don’t know, especially you sir, it makes you crazy,” Sinclair said to Ross, who will spend the next four and a half months in custody after being sentenced to 10 months jail minus time served in pre-trial custody. Crown counsel Nashina Devji described a tense stand off between Ross and two Penticton RCMP officers near the entrance to The Bay at the Cherry Lane Shopping Centre which resulted in police deploying a Taser on Ross multiple times before he was taken into custody. Const. Trevor Stetsko arrived on scene after witnesses saw Ross run up to a 79-year-old man in the parking lot of Cherry Lane Mall and punch him in the back of the head. Stetsko located Ross in the northwest parking lot of the Cherry Lane Shopping Centre. Stetsko yelled at Ross to show his hands and Ross immediately pulled out two knives with seven-inch blades and confronted the officer. Stetsko pointed his firearm at Ross, telling him to drop the knives. “(Ross) was challenging Constable

Stetsko to ‘come and get him’,” Devji said. Const. Chris Knock arrived on scene and unholstered his Taser, both he and Stetsko telling Ross to drop the knives. “At one point (Ross) told police they were going to have to shoot him. At this point Constable Knock felt that Mr. Ross was going to come at the police so he discharged his Taser,” Devji said. Ross was wearing a hoodie and the effect was limited, Crown said. “Mr. Ross had to be hit on three separate occasions with Taser cartridges and once had to have a five-second shock cycle administered, it was only at that point Mr. Ross dropped the knives,” Devji said. Ross was still non-compliant and attempted to pick up the knives again, and was Tasered again, which was caught in his clothing to minimal effect. He attempted to reach for his bags when Const. Stetsko told him he would be shot if he didn’t put his bags down and Ross complied. Ross was taken to the hospital after police were able to gain control of him. He was searched and three knives with seveninch blades were recovered. “Constable Stetsko indicated in his report that he strongly believes had Constable Knock not shown up when he did he would have been forced to use his police-issued pistol to stop the threat,” Devji said. “Of particular concern your honour is the fact that Constable Stetsko indicated that in his six years a police officer he has never been this close to having to shoot someone.” A few days prior to the Jan. 3 incident, Ross was taken into custody under the Mental Health Act due to an increasing level of paranoia and aggression towards his parents and on Dec. 31 Ross escaped

from the Penticton psychiatric hospital by climbing over a fence. Devji said Ross has done little to nothing to address his drug issues showing a “lack of insight” into the effects his behaviour has on the community. Ross has 24 prior convictions in the last three years, with six prior convictions for possession of stolen property, two for property obtained by crime, two for possession of a controlled substance and two for theft. “It’s the criminal record of a drug addict,” Devji said. Ross addressed the court prior to his sentence being handed down. “I’m glad to hear that the guy I assaulted is alright,” Ross told the court. “I won’t make excuses for what I did, I mean, I plead guilty to everything I did. I know it was pretty serious, I didn’t realize also that the officer felt so threatened that day. When I’m not doing drugs I’m not that same person, but that’s not to take away from what I did.” Judge Sinclair noted the effect a random act has on the safety of a community, sentencing Ross to two years probation with a curfew from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. “It was random, that makes it all the more scary and serious in my estimation,” Sinclair said. “If that means an old guy like me is going to go with his wife to the mall and get whacked in the back of the head, that is … not very good behaviour.” Ross also pleaded guilty to charges of causing a disturbance earlier in December 2015 where he was found banging on doors to an abandoned residence and screaming and swearing at the top of his lungs. Ross was issued a 10-year firearms prohibition as well.

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NIMBY prevalence If you haven’t been accused of being a NIMBY, just be patient. Chance are you will be, sooner or later. If you haven’t run across the term, NIMBY stands for Not In My Backyard. There are few developments that happen in Penticton without meeting opposition from Nimby’s. Their presence is entirely predictable; whether it be a waterslide, condo tower, high rise, low rise, parking lot, duplex or any other development, there are always those who say ‘This is a great idea, but this isn’t the right spot for it.’ It’s so prevalent that various organizations, including the Province of B.C. and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities have published guides to help local governments deal with it. The FCM guide even lists common concerns (and how to respond) that might seem eerily familiar to anyone who has attended a public hearing at Penticton city council: Our property values will go down; more density will cause too much trafﬁc/parking problems; services and infrastructure won’t handle the density; it will spoil the character of our neighbourhood. This isn’t to say that Nimby’s aren’t sincere in their opposition and belief that their lives will be negatively affected by whatever they are opposing, but when it comes to development, it’s up to city council to determine which are the valid arguments and which can be set aside. That’s not an easy thing to do, and at times they get it wrong, as with the Save Skaha Park movement, which they initially disregarded, but which has shown through time, dedication and the everincreasing size of their organization that their concerns go farWESTERN beyond simple Nimbyism. PENTICTON More times than not, NIMBY is at the root of opposition to development, but not always. Council needs to develop a conscious, ﬂexible framework to identify true Nimbyism from complaints worth taking seriously — in the heat of the moment, politicians don’t have a good track record of making such distinctions.

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The NDP’s great leap backward B.C. NDP leader John Horgan distanced himself as best as he could from the federal party’s decision to dump moderate leader Thomas Mulcair and spend the next couple of years debating the farleft crackpottery known as the Leap Manifesto. “It’s a document that I don’t embrace personally,” Horgan told reporters at the legislature. “I believe there are elements in the document that make sense, and there are elements that make no sense in British Columbia. “So we won’t be proceeding under any Leap Manifesto in the next 12 months under my leadership.” Horgan didn’t specify what part of the manifesto he likes. Presumably it’s not the part about tearing up Canada’s free trade agreements, converting food production to local agrarian collectives or unilaterally dismantling our energy industry and replacing it with com-

munity-owned windmills and solar panels. It can’t be the demand to stop all pipelines, because while the B.C. NDP doesn’t like oil, Horgan is in favour of natural gas exports to Asia. In general, that is. He’s now on record with the federal regulator that he’s against the Petronas-led Paciﬁc Northwest LNG project with a terminal at Prince Rupert. The Leap Manifesto is the brainchild of anticapitalist Toronto author Naomi Klein, with support from Greenpeace and the Sierra Club. Its campus-radical cluelessness is perhaps best summed up by the format, which consists of 15 “demands.” Here’s demand number six: “We want highspeed rail powered by just renewables and affordable public transit to unite every community in this country – in place of more cars, pipelines and exploding trains that endanger and divide us.”

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This demand effectively declares all of rural Canada irrelevant. By even considering it, the NDP risks doing the same. Here’s number 11: “We must expand those sectors that are already low-carbon: caregiving, teaching, social work, the arts and public interest media.” And how will “we” pay all these state-funded ballerinas and bloggers? Financial transaction taxes, increased resource royalties (until resource industries are killed off), a “progressive” carbon tax, and that old standby from the Occupy tent, higher

taxes on corporations and the wealthy. It’s hard to tell now, but the NDP was created to give political power to industrial workers. Horgan was asked if the party’s effort to win back industrial workers could be hampered by this potential lurch to the urban left. “The difference between my hardhat and the premier’s hardhat is that my hardhat has union labels on it, and hers doesn’t,” Horgan replied. As this statement was being made, the B.C. and Yukon Building Trades Council was meeting in Victoria. Its president, Tom Sigurdson, would use that event to host B.C. Liberal cabinet ministers and blast Horgan for opposing Paciﬁc Northwest LNG. In the 2013 election, then-NDP leader Adrian Dix made a mid-campaign decision to come out against the TransMountain pipeline expansion. Since then the

NDP has opposed construction of the Site C dam on the Peace River. Horgan is in favour of hydroelectric power, you understand. Just not this project at this time. Perhaps the most stunning thing about the federal NDP’s ﬂing with the Leap Manifesto was that it was staged in Edmonton. It came as a direct rejection of Alberta Premier Rachel Notley, who faces the grim reality of an oil and gas slump. Notley has promised a carbon tax and the end of coal-ﬁred power generation, moves that no NDP government has proposed, much less implemented. Her own pretendingto-be-green party ignored and betrayed her. Horgan wandering around in a hardhat is looking like a tougher sell every day. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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Auditorium was too costly to repair Regarding the letter (Penticton Western News, April 15, Penmar Challenge) referencing the old Penticton Secondary School auditorium. Sad to say, in my last term of office as the mayor of Penticton, the decision for the city not to take over a long-term lease was never really explained. The cost to bring the building up to building code, estimated by a professional engineer in 2008, was $3.2 million. Why the cost? Here are just 10 of the major costs to bring the building up to code. No, you could not have just taken over the building as it was vacated, because of the building code requirements and damage caused by separating the building from Pen Hi and the old gym. 1) There was termite damage on one corner of the building. 2) There was dry rot in another corner of the building. 3) The inside wall plastering to be replaced, because the asbestos in the wall covering. 4) There was major exterior damage after the removal of the connection to the Pen Hi and the old gym. A new exterior had to

Osoyoos strong

The Save our Schools committee met on Friday and wishes to release the following statement: We encourage the public to keep positive momentum throughout the Osoyoos Community. On April 27 at 7 p.m. the third reading will be held at the school board office in Oliver. The public is encouraged to attend and be present when the motion is read. Parents and students are urged to contact the appropriate trustees requesting them to keep OSS open. In regards to the planned transitions next week, we understand the anxiety this issue has caused everyone. If students wish to tour SOSS, do so. However, please remember all options are being explored to educate our youth in our community this September. The Osoyoos Community Schools Committee will host a public forum April 21 at 6 p.m. at the Sonora Centre. Please plan to attend. The Save Our Schools Committee will continue to support the community as we move forward. We thank the town council and staff along with RDOS

be matched to the new school. 5) New public and back stage washrooms would have to be constructed. 6) Dressing rooms for the performers needed to be added. 7) New heating and air conditioning were a definite requirement (code). 8) Completely new fire protection system installed. 9) New main services separate from the high school, sewer, water and electrical. 10) New access for disabled persons under building code. Aside from all these 10 major construction necessities, there were additional concerns and additional costs and issues that were reviewed by council. The building would have to be leased by the city from the school district. An unknown cost. The city would never have ownership of the building. Management and promotion of the building was estimated annually at $350,000. This cost was based on the cost of running the Cleland Theatre. The cost of running and promoting the auditorium as a city theatre would be in direct competition with the city-

for their ongoing commitment to Education in Osoyoos. Brenda Dorosz Osoyoos

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A year ago we moved to Penticton from the rainy north. We delight in its natural surroundings and amazing weather. Due to previous visits, we knew the area where we wanted to live: within walking distance of Skaha Park. It is a wonderful green space to delight in nature and to bring our visiting grandchildren. We walk to the beautiful lake several times a week. We have never seen any of the people there (from the very young to the senior) who are not enjoying themselves. No one is asking for more. We were shocked to learn, shortly after moving here, that the city was planning to lease a large portion of the park for commercial purposes. When we attended the relevant council meeting we heard the developer state that he had no financial backers at that time, the lease must come first. Obviously, the developer knows the lease is where the value is, and not the waterslide, which could be built at any location.

owned Cleland Theatre. As we knew then, and still true today, the Cleland was having difficulty filling the seats, and is still being subsidized. Finally, the biggest campaign to have the city to take over the auditorium was led by people living out in the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen. Prior to that campaign the regional district outright refused to contribute monies to the South Okanagan Events Centre. There was never any offer by the regional district to contribute monies to the cost of the reconstruction and management and promotion of the auditorium. Every councillor was invited to have a tour with the private engineer of the building prior to council making the final decision. I certainly appreciated the public sentiment for keeping the auditorium but the political decision to say no, was due to the cost to reconstruct and the gamble to make it affordable for the city had to the deciding factor.

Once a lease is in place at Skaha Park for a seasonal waterslide, the case can be made for a more profitable hotel. At our former home in Terrace there is a large, natural hot spring. Next to it sits a decrepit, decaying waterslide from the 1980s, which now ruins the natural beauty of the hot springs. As Penticton already knows from the past, it is legally difficult, and costly, to remove unfinished or unprofitable fixed assets. Please stop, it is simply wrong. Wanda and Eric Kerby Penticton

Jake Kimberley Penticton

Since the waterslide is being set up for Canada Day why will people be charged in American dollars? To me this is like a slap in the face. The operators cannot even be bothered to print tickets with a Canadian price? Is this how the City of Penticton and the Downtown Penticton Association want to celebrate being Canadian? By charging fees in American dollars. As a Canadian I feel extremely insulted. Was this a misprint, or did someone drop the ball here?

Buck stops here

I understand the city’s desire to promote waterslides, and having one in town for a few days is not necessarily a bad idea. (My apologies to the people who have to put up with it in their front yards for the long weekend.) After all, this is to celebrate Canada Day so as Canadians we all need to show a little tolerance. After all, that is what we are famous for. As a Canadian, however, my tolerance has it’s limits, and what I just read recently exceeded that, and then some.

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Above, a Donald Trump impersonator hopes to get picked at The Price is Right Live at the South Okanagan Events Centre on April 14. Middle left, Colin Fletcher flails with excitement after getting called to “come on down” by host Mark Walberg a.k.a. “not that Mark Wahlberg.” Below left, Brad Pavao celebrates after getting the best spin at the ever-famous big wheel.

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Alice Cooper making October stop at SOEC Western News Staff

The architect of shock-rock is coming to the South Okanagan Events Centre two weeks before Halloween. Brought to Penticton in coordination with Invictus Entertainment Group, Cooper, in both the original Alice Cooper band and as a solo artist, has rattled the cages and undermined the authority of generations of guardians of the status quo, continuing to surprise fans and exude danger at every turn like a great horror movie, even in an era where news can present real life shocking images.

Alice pioneered a grandly theatrical brand of hard rock that was designed to shock. Drawing equally from horror movies, vaudeville and garage rock, the group created a stage show that featured electric chairs, guillotines, fake blood and boa constrictors. He continues to tour regularly, year in and year out, performing shows worldwide with the dark and horror-themed theatrics that he’s best known for. Alice’s catalog of hits and anthems including I’m Eighteen, No More Mr Nice Guy, School’s Out, Elected and Poison are featured in his live show, along

with a mix of newer songs, album cuts and a sequence of cover songs, tributes to his “dead drunk friends,” that inspired a spin-off group, the Hollywood Vampires with friends Johnny Depp and Joe Perry. Alice’s touring band features the three-guitar attack of Nita Strauss, Tommy Henriksen and Ryan Roxie, backed by longtime bassist Chuck Garric and drummer Glen Sobel. As he heads back out on the concert trail with his own band or with The Hollywood Vampires, Cooper insists he’s still motivated to continue touring and recording albums, as well as

making time for his most recent projects, including The Hollywood Vampires, as well as narrating the CD/interactive iPhone and iPad app Peter and the Wolf in Hollywood an update of the iconic story and classic music masterpiece. Tickets for Spend the night with Alice Cooper are $59.00, $65.00 and $75.00, plus applicable fees, and go on sale April 22 at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Valley First Box Office at the SOEC or the Wine Country Visitor Centre, by phone 1-877-763-2849 or online at www.ValleyFirstTIX.com.

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R&B Icons bring Motown sounds to Peach Festival Western News Staff

The unmistakable sounds of Motown will fill the air on the final night of the 2016 Penticton Peach Festival. The R&B Icons will be on the Peters Bros. Construction Main Stage, in Okanagan Lake Park, on Aug. 7. The 12-piece group features two lead singers, Mike Henry and Jeanette O’Keefe, who have performed all over the world. Their vocal range and onstage presence provide the group with the ability to take fans back to the heyday of Motown. The R&B Icons’ song list includes tunes by Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind and Fire, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Tina Turner, Diana Ross and Ray Charles. “This is much more than a concert,” said Bill Kolter, Peach Festival entertainment director. “This is a world-class show with choreography, costumes and fantastic vocals.” The R&B Icons have headlined across Canada including

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One World Multicultural Festival The One World Multicultural Celebration held on Saturday in Gyro Park took the audience on a whirlwind tour of music and dance from around the world Scotland was another stop at the One World Multicultural Celebration, with a several dances by members of the Interior Highland Dance Association including Mikayla Krogstad (below).

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A man who crown counsel said was heavily involved in property crimes in the South Okanagan is spending the next month in jail. Samuel-Luc Prescott-Perreault, 28, pleaded guilty to multiple charges including breaking and entering, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, possession of stolen property under $5,000 and three breaches of recognizance. Prescott-Perreault is spending 38 more days in jail after receiving a sentence of just over four months, most of which was reduced with credit for time served in pretrial custody. Prescott-Perreault was found by an offduty police officer inside the locked tire

compound at Canadian Tire on Nov. 22, 2015 with co-accused Karli Alisha Vinthers, 22, who pleaded guilty to the charges in December, 2015. Police attended and located a man standing on top of a pile of tires who was identified as Prescott-Perreault. He at-

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Police are reporting a “crime spree” in the Naramata area after responding to eight calls for service on April 14, beginning at 6:30 a.m. A Debeck Road resident reported two quads were stolen from his front yard overnight. They are described as a 2006 black Honda Arctic Cat and a 2009 red Honda. Tools were stolen from a vehicle parked at a Ritchie Road residence. A resident of McPhee Road reported that the garage of their property was entered overnight and a Stihl chainsaw, leaf blower and weed-whacker were stolen. A Robinson Road resident reported that Rayban sunglasses were stolen out of her vehicle and a resident of the 2600 block of Naramata Road reports his U-Built trailer and black and white Polaris side-by-side ATV were stolen. The items were locked to a tree in the yard of the residence and the lock was cut, police said. A Hayman Road resident had his tools stolen from his vehicle including a drill, the name “Riley” is written on the tools, police said. A child’s bicycle was stolen from a Boothe Road address. Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the individuals responsible for these thefts. “I want to remind the public to secure their vehicles and outbuildings to make things a bit more difficult for thieves,” said Cpl. Chris Richardson of the Penticton RCMP. “It is evident that they went to great lengths to cut locks and overcome security, however in the majority of incidents it appears to have been an easy opportunity to take valuables from an insecure location.” Anyone with information regarding suspicious vehicles in the Naramata area on Wednesday night and Thursday mornings should report to Cpl. Richardson at 250-492-4300 or anonymously with Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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FITKIDZ MEET —Young gymnasts (left to right) Piper Pearce, Abi Kimberley, Violet Wadsworth and Claire Pleasance wait for their turns during an in-house competition at FitKidz Gymnastics Club Sunday. Emelie McCaughey, right, does her routine on the uneven bars. Emelie was competing in the Junior Olympic Level 3 division. The in-house meet featured athletes in junior olympic levels one to four. FitKidz Gymnastics Club had five kids compete at the gymnastic provincial championships in Langley last weekend. See story below. Mark Brett/Western News

FitKidz gymnast takes first at championship Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

It was surreal for Hannah Patterson of FitKidz Gymnastics to win the junior Olympic 6 group. “It’s so exciting and I was surprised,” said Patterson, competing in her third provincial championship. “Last year I was second. I was going for first, but I didn’t think it would happen. There were so many people there.” The Langley Events Centre, where the provincials were held over the weekend, was filled with strong gymnasts as Patterson said it was hard. She was honoured to compete against so many girls and watched the older athletes compete, describing it as breathtaking. Patterson claimed first overall by scoring 9.625 out of 10 in her floor routine, 9.6 on the vault, 9.45 on the beam and 8.85 on the bars. Patterson said there were many great individual routines. Over the season Patterson learned new skills and she said the other gymnasts pushed each other to be better. Julia Nixon earned the next best result for FitKidz plac-

It’s so exciting and I was surprised. Last year I was second. I was going for first, but I didn’t think it would happen. FitKidz gymnast Hanna Patterson ing sixth overall. Her best score came on the floor routine, 9.65. With this provincial competition being her third, she was not as nervous. “I felt pretty good,” said Nixon. “My first routine was not my best and I tried to erase it and keep going.” Nixon scored the lowest on the bars at 7.725. She said the bars were the hardest because gymnasts have to connect all their skills. Nixon scored nine or better in the vault, beam and floor.

“I was really happy,” she said. “They (competitors) were really good.” During the provincials Nixon learned to keep going and perform her best. “I enjoy performing on the floor. I got to show my expressions.” Ella Simmons finished 10th, with her best score coming on the floor, earning 9.375 points. Olivia Dunley-Owen finished 15th. Her best result was on the vault, where she scored 9.225. Dunley-Owen, who is in Grade 9, competed against Grade 12 athletes and said she had fun at her fourth provincials. She said her finish was alright and that she could have performed better. Going head-to-head with older gymnasts was scary and she watched their routines to see how good they were. She said one day she hopes to “be as good as them.” For junior Olympic 6, Zone 2, their team finished fourth. In junior Olympic 5, Maya Bassot placed 11th. Her best score, 8.966, came on the vault. The team finished second.

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Tough for Stecher to leave Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Troy Stecher realized two dreams — winning a National Collegiate Athletic Association Frozen Four hockey championship and inking an NHL contract — within a five-day span. The first happened on April 9 as the North Dakota Fighting Hawks exploded for three goals in the third period to defeat the Quinnipiac Bobcats 5-1, which featured Stecher’s former Penticton Vees teammates Michael Garteig and Travis St. Denis. The Richmond native signed an NHL contract with the Vancouver Canucks on April 13. “It was really special,” Stecher said on winning the Frozen Four. “Obviously my first two years we were able to make it there, the semifinal. A lot of colleges and a lot of different programs would be really thrilled with making it that far. The pressure to play in North Dakota, it’s not good enough to just make it. You’ve got to win.” A day after signing with the Canucks, Stecher said the win still hadn’t sunk in. “It’s pretty remarkable,” said Stecher. “It’s something I will remember for the rest of my life.” Stecher said he played well this season with a lot of confidence. He gave a lot of credit to his defensive partner, Gage Ausmus, his roommate and team captain. “He’s just a hard-nosed stayat-home guy. He really allowed me the opportunity to join the rush

TROY STECHER CELEBRATES winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s Frozen Four hockey championship with the North Dakota Fighting Hawks. UND Athletics/Russell Hon

and kind of be that fourth forward up in the play,” said Stecher, who led Fighting Hawks defenceman with eight goals and 21 assists. “I knew he would be back there to bail me out if I did make a mistake. Having

the conﬁdence from the coaching staff, they would encourage me to jump up. It was obviously nice. I think I did alright, making me into a more complete player.” His career-high 29 points

also ranked him sixth in scoring among NCAA blueliners. That output surpassed what he produced his ﬁrst two seasons by ﬁve points. Stecher called it a positive sign. “I was fortunate enough this year to run the power play here with four forwards,” said Stecher. Stecher said he signed with his hometown team because they presented good opportunities. He talked about being able to build strong relationships like in Penticton and North Dakota, and now Vancouver. “The relationships I built with some of the people in the organization I felt really strongly about,” said Stecher, who was majoring in communications. “That was one of the main reasons why I decided to pick Vancouver.” Among Stecher’s memories of the Canucks as a fan is the West Coast Express line of Markus Naslund, Brendan Morrison and Todd Bertuzzi. He said they were a pretty dynamic line, with Bertuzzi among the best power forwards in the NHL. He was also a fan of Ed Jovanovski and of course the Stanley Cup run of 2011. “All the memories I have as a fan, it’s a pretty crazy feeling being able to be a part of this organization that I grew up cheering for.” Full version of story on www.pentictonwesternnews. com.

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Kamloops golfer sinks victory in Penticton Western News Staff

Braeden Cooper and Adam Niles topped the leader board April 16 and 17 during B.C. Golf Zone 2 junior action. The tour made stops in Summerland and Penticton, respectively. Cooper, from Vernon’s Predator Ridge, shot 75, to top Niles of the Rivershore Golf Course in Kamloops, who scored 77. In third

was Daniel Polischuk from the Harvest Golf Club in Kelowna with 77. The best local was Matt Jones of the Summerland Golf and Country Club with 82. Penticton’s top scorer was Jack McLennan, who shot 83. In Penticton, Niles shot a 72 to top Kelowna’s Drew Harvie, who shot 75. Taking third was Terry Cousineau of Kamloops with 77.

The top Penticton golfer was Jackson Coates, who shot 78 to ﬁnish seventh. Summerland’s Declan Riddle ﬁnished 11th after shooting 79. The next stops on the Zone 2 tour are in Kamloops at the Kamloops Golf and Country Club and Rivershore Links. The purpose of the program is to prepare golfers for a future in the game. That can be from junior golf to college or even the professional level.

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Penticton’s Carter Rigby is an Allan Cup champion. The Penticton minor hockey product led the Bentley Generals past the defending champion Prairie Thunder 4-3 in overtime on April 16 in Steinbach, Man. It’s the Generals third Allan Cup championship victory. The Winnipeg Free Press reported that Rigby made a perfect deflection from teammate Colton Haye’s point shot at 15:47 of

the extra frame to beat goalie Steve Christie. “I saw the puck go up to the point and Hayeser (Hayes), he’s been bugging me all week that I haven’t been touching pucks and he’s been getting them on net,” Rigby told the Free Press. “Finally, he gets a good shot through and I had my stick in the right place at the right time and it goes up over his glove and into the net. “That’s a tip that I’ll remember forever,” said Rigby, who played most of his junior hock-

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ey with the Kelowna Rockets, but also played for the Prince George Cougars, Swift Current Broncos, Penticton Vees and Osoyoos Coyotes. Rigby and the Generals fell behind three times, but it was nothing new to them. “We’ve seen this,” said Rigby, 22, who also scored in the first period. “People have been asking us about that all year. We’ve seen a lot of adversity and we stick together. We have enough firepower we can get it done. We didn’t get nervous because we’ve been in this situation numerous times during the season.” On the Hockey Canada website, Rigby talked about what it was like to score the winner. “It’s unbelievable. Everyone wants to be the hero — you dream about it — so to get (the game-winning goal) in

a game like this means the world to me,” said Rigby. The Allan Cup is one of the oldest national championships in the country and Canada’s best senior hockey teams compete for it every year. In the 106 years of its existence, teams from all the provinces as well as the Yukon and the United States have claimed it. The Generals, based in Bentley, which is 28 kilometres northwest of Red Deer, play in the Chinook Hockey League in Alberta. In 11 games, Rigby scored three goals and collected six assists. In the playoffs, Rigby added three goals and three assists in 12 games. Also playing on the Generals is former Vee Alex MacLeod. The Generals last won the Allan Cup in 2013 in Red Deer. The Penticton Vees won the Allan Cup in 1954.

PENTICTON’S CARTER RIGBY celebrates his overtime winning goal for the Bentley Generals over the Prairie Thunder 4-3 that clinched the Allan Cup senior men’s hockey championship in Steinbach, Man. Submitted photo

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Playing in the Canucks Autism Network (CAN) hockey tournament earlier this month gave the Penticton Upper Dek Vees many great, memories. Coach Jay Bungay said it was absolutely amazing. “All of them worked really hard all year long,” he said. “Being able to go on a road trip down to Surrey for a Canucks Autism Network tournament was pretty awesome. It’s a highlight we build up to.” Making the trip was the Fresh Start program, a younger group of kids that Bungay said have lower cognitive understanding and ability, and the older group, which are higher functioning adults. The way the players performed on the ice impressed the coach. “A lot of them just surprise you. They rise to a level that you just never thought they had,” said Bungay. Along with the Upper Dek Vees, the tournament featured the Kamloops Jr. Blazers, Vernon

THE UPPER DEK VEES Fresh Start team won all four of its games in the Canucks Autism Network hockey tournament. The team from left to right standing: Jarred Samatte, Carter Holmes, Damien Laclair, Elias Isted, Tanner Wright, Alex Haberstock, Quinn Garriott and Sabrina Danessa. Left to right kneeling are Preston Lewis, Chalan Cobb, coach Jay Bungay, Noah Alves and Brandon Drury. Submitted photo

ScoreHawks, Central Okanagan Wildcats, the South Island Ravens, Vancouver Island Vision, Vancouver Orcas and the Surrey Stingrays. Each team was scheduled to play three games. One team was forced to quit and the Upper Dek Vees were asked if they wanted to play again. “Most of the players wanted to play. It was pretty cool,” he said. “It was a lot to ask of them. A bit challenging

the last game.” The Fresh Start group finished the tournament winning all their games. “It was amazing, honestly,” he said laughing. “We got more out of them than I ever thought we would. The kids team I did not think was going to perform the way they did. All year long I did not think they were listening to me. All of a sudden we get out there, where it matters to them and they made passes,

plays, skated and I was like, what is going on? I love being part of this. It’s a beautiful thing. I feel very lucky, very blessed.” The older group won one of its three games. The players were so appreciative of what was done for them that one organized a big coach hug. The entire team jumped and mauled Bungay. “When they do gestures like that, that’s

genuine,” he said. Bungay said CAN put on a stellar show. They made T-shirts with names and numbers with sponsors from CAN. The dressing rooms had laminated name bars for the players, which they took home. Bungay said it was done to create an authentic hockey program. He said the support was “second to none.” Bungay thanked the community for the players experiencing this. He was very happy with the response in helping the team earn more than $9,000 to help make the trip happen. The expenses totalled nearly $11,000, with a big chunk going towards the bus and hotel accommodations. “It wouldn’t have been possible to bring a group like that without the generosity,” he said. There won’t be any traveling for the Upper Dek Vees next year, however, for the season-ending tournament. Penticton hosts on April 1, 2017. “They can’t wait to show their hometown pride,” said Bungay.

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Stanley Joseph born February 17, 1933 in Bondiss, AB. It is with sad hearts, we announce Stan’s passing on April 4, 2016 in Penticton, BC. He was a very special person, as everyone who knew him, would remember. Stan leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife Olga Alexandra ‘Sandy’, of 58 years, and sons; Bruce (Darlene) and their children; Dr. Tess and Jacob, Bruno, and Dr. Barry (Marina) and their children; Kyle and Katelynn. Stan also leaves his brother Bruno (Anne) and their children, as well as sisters-in-law; Ann Stadnych, Emily Nell Mikalonis and Helen Melnychuk. A private Family service and visitation has taken place in Penticton. A memorial Service will be held in Boyle, AB on Friday, May 13, 2016, at 1:00 pm., at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, officiated by Deacon Bill Creaser. Interment in the Boyle Cemetery. Donations in Stan’s memory, would be gratefully appreciated, to the charity of one’s choice. Messages of Condolence may be sent to the Wiskel Family, by visiting HansonsFuneral.ca where the complete obituary may also be read. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Ray Hanson.

In Memoriam

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Alan Edwin

July 9, 1924 - April 5, 2016

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Marcel Gagné of Penticton, BC. Marcel was born in Lafond, AB on November 22, 1931. He is survived by four sisters: Irene Lafrance of Kelowna BC, Clémence Tremblay of Edmonton AB, Sr. Laurence Gagné of Montreal QC, Fernande Lefebvre of St. Paul, AB and two sisters-in-law Annette Gagné and Albina Gagné of St. Paul, AB. He leaves to mourn numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Argé, Germain, Maurice, Lionel and sisters Lucille Lemaire, Sr. Florence Gagne, MarieAnna Jubinville and parents Odilon & Bertha Gagné. The funeral will be held on April 21, 2016 at 10:00 am at St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, 361 Wade Avenue in Penticton, BC. If desired, donations made be made to the Cancer Support Society. Condolences may be sent to the family through www.providencefuneralhomes.com. 250-493-1774

June 2, 1998 - April 20, 2015 My Beautiful Baby Girl, you will always be in my heart and mind. Mommy will love you until the end of time. My heart has an empty space because I can’t see your crooked smile and beautiful face. Your long brown hair was so soft and fine, when I looked at you there was no denying you were mine. I know you would have loved to dance if only we would have had the chance. Every day I look for a sign that you are around. Like the soft whisper of a butterfly circling round... The other day I saw a rainbow in the sky, I think it was your way of saying “HI”. Every day we shed a tear wishing that you were here. Until we meet in Heaven above Just know Reecey and Mommy are sending you all our love. Miss you Always and Forever Baby Girl. Lots of Love Mommy & Reece

Marie passed away peacefully on April 8, 2016 at the age of 83 with her family by her side after a lengthy illness with dementia. She is survived by her son, David and his wife, Tammy; son, Jim (Jimmy) and granddaughters, Stephanie and Jaclynn (Tyler) and their mother, Cindy (Denny) and many extended family. She was born in Toronto and later lived in Peterborough, Ontario. Marie had a career working for McLean Hunter Cable TV. She spent her summers in Parry Sound on Blind Bay surrounded by many friends and family. In her later years, she moved to the Okanagan Valley and bought a house in Naramata where she watched her granddaughters grow up. All her life Marie had lots of friends who she enjoyed being with and never missed an opportunity to have fun. All were welcome at her home. She loved the outdoors and her garden. We would like to extend sincere thanks to the entire staff and management, past and present, of the Summerland Seniors Village for looking after our Mom for the past nearly 10 years, making it her home and keeping her safe, secure and comfortable. The friendship and respect and all the unconditional care and compassion that has been provided through this time is greatly appreciated. A Celebration of Marie’s Life will be held at a later date. Our Mom, Gramma will be dearly missed - David Condolences may be shared by visiting www.everdenrust.com

It is with great sadness that the family of Alan Hilton announces the passing of Alan at the age of 91. He was born in the Finnish community of Sointula, British Columbia. Alan served in the Royal Canadian Navy in WWII on the Prince Robert. His working life was as a commercial fisherman. He was in the UFAWU and proudly volunteered in the Lions Club. Alan was predeceased by his wife Georgie, one brother and two sisters. Alan is lovingly remembered and will be deeply missed by his step-daughter Dawn Walker (David, Neil and Laura), stepdaughter Gwen (Norman) Clark (Tara and Melissa). Two nephews Keith and Trevis Holmes. Private family service to be held at a later date.

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March 26, 1932 – April 17, 2016

Peggy passed away peacefully in her sleep at Moog & Friends Hospice House on Sunday, April 17th, in her 84th year. Peggy is lovingly remembered by her family, her soul mate, Alan Gardner, son; Rick (Viv) Mohoruk, daughter; Sandy Perry, grandchildren; Steve (Pam) Grande, Brian (Karen) Mohoruk, Kim (Cal) Grande, Carrie (Todd) Homenuk, Robbie (Jessica) Grande, Lori (Brendan) Michaud; eleven great-grandchildren along with extended family and her many friends. She was predeceased by her sisters, Jean Seddon and Mary Johnson, brothers, Earl MacKay and Ronnie MacKay and son-in-law, Rob Perry. Peggy was a devoted wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She derived great pleasure from her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren, not resting until she knitted a blanket for each of her eleven great-grandchildren. The last one was completed two weeks prior to her passing. Peggy has been described as a spitfire and a force to be reckoned with. She was beloved by her large family and many friends for her inner strength and love Words cannot express the gratitude we feel towards Dr. Wren for the wonderful and compassionate care given to Peggy/Mom during these last few months. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 2:00 pm at Everden Rust Funeral Services, 1130 Carmi Ave., Penticton with a reception tea to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Children’s Hospital or Canadian Cancer Society. To leave online condolences to the family, please visit www.everdenrust.com.

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Remembered and sadly missed by her loving husband Ralph Williams; children: Hal of Penticton, Dave (Patty) of Hedley, Colleen of Princeton, Ron (Leanne) of Penticton; 8 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; sadly predeceased by niece Kristie Lewine Black. Her love of life and family touched the lives of all who knew her; well-loved for her generous spirit, compassion and thoughtfulness. Lois loved her many years delivering milk to the town of Hedley as well as years spent cattle ranching on Stirling Creek Cattle Ranch. Lois was an active member of the Hedley OAPO. Memorial tributes may be made to OAPO of Hedley, BC V0X 1K0.

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US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Obituaries

McKECHNIE

ROGERS, JEAN

Norma Evelyn Jean Rogers died peacefully on April 13, 2016. Born on December 31, 1919, she was raised on a wheat farm near the small town of Justice, Manitoba. Growing up in Southern Manitoba shaped her personality and values. At an early age her special talent for piano was identified. Although she completed all stages of the Royal Conservatory Classical Music Program, her special talent was in popular music. By 13 she was playing in a local band, always chaperoned by her father Norman. She attended normal school at 17 and became a teacher at a small elementary school. In 1940 she met Mac Rogers and they were married on August 2, 1941. Mac’s allergy to ragweed caused Mac and Jean to move into Winnipeg where Jim and Jocelyn were born and Mac’s son, Robert, visited often from Carberry. In 1947 the family moved to Victoria, BC where John and Susan joined the family. In 1953 the family relocated to Kamloops where Mac worked for the City. Cindy joined the family in 1959. Although Jean had a full workload raising 5 children, she taught piano to hundreds of Kamloops’ children. She also loved to bake and can and her grandchildren always looked forward to her apple pies, cookies and butter pickles. From 1960 to 1976 summers at the cabins on Little Shuswap Lake were a joyous retreat where many family and friends visited. In 1989 Mac died after 48 years of marriage. Two years later, Jean reconnected with her Brandon Normal School sweetheart, Alec Chandler until his passing in 1993. Jean wrote that one of the biggest surprises in her life was that she had to adapt to living alone for 25 years, but she still found joy in life and in simple pleasures of each day. In 2000 Jean moved to Summerland where she played bridge, shared her gift of music and enjoyed the LaVista community. Jean’s faith was strong throughout her entire life and her family always joked that she had a hotline to heaven. In times of need, her advice was often ‘To let go and let God.’ In 2012, her health required her to relocate to Westview Extended Care. Although initially reluctant, she came to enjoy the social life and caring community of Westview. Almost to the last she continued to play the piano and could perform and sing hundreds of musical pieces without music or lyrics. Her children were especially touched by the fact that so many of the staff and former staff from Westview came to say goodbye to Mom during her last few days and expressed their love for her. Jean would also want to express the love she felt for the numerous family members and friends she has left behind. Jean wished to be buried with Mac at Hillside Cemetery in Kamloops and a grave-side service will take place on April 23, at 1:00 p.m. A gathering will take place after the service. However, at Jean’s express wish, a party will be held in celebration of her life on June 11, also in Kamloops. Specific details will follow. Jean requested that there be a celebration with her Australian daughter Jocelyn present, where there will be music, song, dancing and good food, and as she said, with no tears. For those who wish to recognize Jean’s passing, please make a donation to the Sarah McLachlan School of Music (Piano Department), 200 – 138 East 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 1M6. Condolences may be shared by visiting www.everdenrust.com.

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DOUGLAS JOHN

September 20, 1948 – April 12, 2016 Doug passed away early Tuesday, April 12 at Penticton Regional Hospital. He is survived by his companion and friend, Linda Mathers; children, Scott, Megan and Mitch; six grandchildren; his brother, Mick and family and best friend, Harry. Doug was protective of those he cared for and enjoyed the simple things in life like long drives, his garden, visiting and laughter with friends. There will be no service by request. A Celebration of his Life will take place later in the summer and will be announced. Condolences may be shared by visiting www.everdenrust.com

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Brett John

November 29, 1989 - March 19, 2016

“Taken too soon” With sadness, the family of Brett announces his sudden passing at age 26. Born in Penticton, this young man had a big heart and a smile that could light up any room. Deeply missed by Mom; Heather Westgate, Father; Sandy Stock, brothers; Tanner and Josh, “Mama” Phyllis, Pappa Rolland, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many heart broken friends both here and in Fruitvale, BC.

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Employment

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Commercial Trailer Mechanic needed immediately for local trucking company. Must have experience working on 53 ft dry vans. Must be physically fit and reliable with own transportation. The right individual must be able to work under minimum supervision. Please fax resume to 250-5460600 or by e-mail to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Relief is only a call away! Call 250-979-4357 to set up your FREE consultation in Penticton. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience

BDO Canada Limited

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Administrative Assistant/Sales Person

required, hourly rate plus commission. Apply in person with resume at Kondolas Furniture, 2549 Skaha Lake Rd., Penticton, No phone calls please.

Experienced Janitorial Staff required immediately. Shift work, 5-7 days/wks. vehicle req’d, gas compensated. Please email resume to:

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or call 250-869-5165

COASTAL Logging Company looking for qualified grapple yarder hooktender. Union position, Lake Cowichan area. Possible accomadations. email resume to northviewtimber@shaw.ca

Westminster Party & Tent Rentals is now hiring dishwasher staff and laundry staff for the year season, please apply in person with resume, 357 Okanagan Ave. E., Penticton.

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Editor The Hope Standard, a once a week, award winning community newspaper has an opening for an editor/ reporter. Reporting to the publisher, the editor/reporter will be instrumental in guiding the overall strategic direction of the Hope Standard. The successful candidate will possess above average leadership skills, will be a strong communicator, pay attention to detail and can work under pressure in a deadline driven environment. This person will have the ability to perform editorial tasks and contribute to the editorial content both in print and online. Strong design skills with knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and iMovie are required. The editor will have a passion for, and is comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism including diverse writing capabilities and advanced photography and video skills. You have a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly, for posting online immediately—with collateral (text, photos and video). You have demonstrable skills in all aspects of web journalism and a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.). Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field. The Hope Standard is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest privately held, independent newspaper company with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Those interested should email a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to: Carly Ferguson, Publisher publisher@theprogress.com Deadline for applications is 5:00pm Sunday April 24, 2016. Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Full Time Store Assistant Westminster Party & Tent Rentals is hiring a friendly and motivated person for a multi-task, Full-Time Store Assistant Position. Duties: Customer service, answering calls, quality control of rentals in and out, casual lifting. Please apply with resume to 357 Okanagan Ave., E. Penticton.

PAINTER required, Minimum 3 years experience, must have transportation with ability to haul ladders. $25/hr + benefits. Fax resume: 1-250-5425907 or email resume: competitionexteriors@telus.net or call Tim 1-250-309-3981 We require an individual who is experience with Commercial Vehicle Air Conditioning and Heater Units for a local trucking company. Must have experience and be mechanically inclined. Must be physically fit and reliable with own transportation. The right individual must be able to work under minimum supervision. Please fax resume to 250-5460600 or by e-mail to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Home Care/Support

Landscaping

Furniture

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1930’S SOLID OAK DESK Suitable for PROFESSIONAL OFFICE. / Roll - Top Compartment on left side / Width - 34” / Length - 60” / Height - 31”. Asking $250. 250-462-4280 ozziea@telus.net

Bright NW corner unit, 2bdrm, 2bath, 6appl., in unit laundry, AC, UG parking, NS, NP, 50+ pref., DD & ref’s, $1000+util., avail. June 1, 250-496-5465

Financial Services

Okanagan Landscaping & Irrigation. Call Ryan Clark Owner/Operator 250-487-8907. rlrc0082@gmail.com

Moving & Storage U1ST MOVING 2 men + truck $90/hr. Local and long distance. Call 1-250-859-8362.

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HOUSEKEEPER required for Resort Motel, FT position, exp. preferred or will train, $14-$16/hr. (depending on experience), apply with resume: Crown Motel, Lakeshore Dr. or contact Carol at 250-492-4092

Econo Lawn Care Special: Power Rake, clean-up, debris removal plus slow release nitrogen fertilizer. Only $79.99 most sized lawns. Lawn mowing starting at $24.99 per cut. Phone 250-493-5161

Medical/Dental

Countertops

Garden & Lawn B&C Cleaning; lawn & property maintenance, yard cleanup & garbage removal, licensed, insured & Worksafe. Bill & Cheryl Watson, call 250488-7964

Four Seasons Yard Maintenance now taking bookings for core Aeration starting at $60; rototilling established gardens, $50, also estimates on lawn mowing, Glen 250-492-0805 HERBARIA GARDEN AND LAWN. Landscape maintenance in Penticton including pruning, hedging, weeding, mulching and more. Spaces available for weekly lawn care. Call Paul at 250-493-3362

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FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687

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Repairs Mobile Mechanics; from all small engines, farm equipment to cars & trucks! Gas, diesel & propane. Anytime, anywhere, 250-770-0827

Rubbish Removal PENTICTON Junk Removal! Anything goes! Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827

Pets & Livestock

Equestrian DIAMOND H TACK GARAGE SALE, Saturday, April 23rd at 9AM Consign your Horse, Rider & Stable Products from April 9th -20th 1953 Kirschener Rd. Kelowna, B.C. (250)-762-5631

Feed & Hay Ginseng tarps 24’x80’ for shade or windbreak. Inexpensive and attractive solution for hay shed, livestock shelter etc. $160. ea. 24’x160’ @ $300.ea. Quote available for installation. 250-558-8322.

Livestock Bark Mulch, Peelings, Shavings & Sawdust

GARAGE SALE Massive youth fundraiser garage sale is happening at Bethel Church on April 23rd from 7am - 2pm. 945 Main Street, Penticton.

Huge multi family yard sale. 3869 Solana Cres, Penticton, Sat. April 23, 8am-2pm.

Heavy Duty Machinery A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. Modifications possible doors, windows, walls etc., as office or living workshop etc., Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale AB-Doer chair exerciser, 3 rollers, strength rods, as new, $60, 2-295-50-15 BF Goodrich Tires on rims, Chev, $50, 36” TV, $60, HD leather jacket, mint, $75, 3 8R 19.5 Michelin tires on rims + 3 more rims, 6 bolt for RV or cargo van, $200, 778-476-2046 POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com. REFORESTATION NURSERY seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866873-3846 or www.treetime.ca RETIRING SALE Sun Valley Irrigation 460 Cherry Ave. 18”/24” Dripper line Drip/Micro Products SCH 80 PVC Pipe Soil Separator fabric Sewer Fittings Big “O” Pipe/fittings Tools PVC Pipe Bender Seadoo c/w Shuttlecraft Gas Air compressor 1/2”-2” thread die (new) SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

Misc. Wanted 999 COINS & BARS. 250-864-3521, I want to buy your coin collection also buying everything gold or silver. Todd’s Coins 250-864-3521 Private Coin Collector Buying Coin Collections, Olympic, Gold & Silver Coins, Estates + Chad 1-250-499-0251 Local

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Merchandise for Sale

Sporting Goods

Anti-Aging formula, reverse aging, look good, feels great, improve energy, increase life span. Rep Wanted. Call Joe 250-460-1031

Antiques / Vintage

Santa Cruz Sugar Skull 435 long board, almost new, $175 firm, Pics available, text 250462-4995

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COUNTRY HOME ANTIQUES Now open again! Sat & Sun, 11am-5, or by appt. Specialize in Swedish Antiques. 4262 MacDonald Rd (off Otter Lake Rd) Armstrong 250-546-2529

Firearms Okanagan Resident looking to purchase rearms; licensed, will travel, will pay good price, Call or text, (250)809-9664

Commercial/ Industrial

Garage Sales

Friendly service from Summerland since 1972 Les Porter 250-490-1132

Health Products

Rentals

Imperial Landscaping & Fencing. Honest Respectful worker for an Honest Respectful Price. Owner Tyler Aylwin. Call 250-462-7695 cell.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

ROOM attendants required for the upcoming season at the Hotel Beach Motel in Okanagan Falls. Please apply in person at 5133 7th Ave.

Merchandise for Sale

Esthetics Services

REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs 250-470-2235.

RETIREMENT homes in Kelowna & Kamloops seeking Housekeeping/Dietary aids & Cooks. Resume to jobs@balticproperties.ca or call 604777-9292 for more info

Services

Advanced & Standard services in Wanda’s Esthetics include, electrolysis, foot care, nails, facials, body massages, waxing/sugaring, tinting, make-up, ear piercing. Call 250-770-1628. Private location near Safeway. 15yrs exp.

CARING, compassionate HCA/RCA’s wanted for to assist complex care individuals in their home with exercise programs, swimming & outings. Var. Hrs. Day & Eve. Job Desc. Providing kindness through in-home care to clients. Duties include companionship, ADL’s. Qual’s: Exp. in ADL’s, tube feeds, mech. lifts, cath. care & complex care. Training provided. Must demonstrate flex. in acceptance of assignments, able to drive to shifts, have 2 prof. ref’s & BC Care Reg. #, current crim. rec. check Compensation: Competitive. hr@nursenextdoorpenticton.com or fax resume 250-770-1769. We value our caregivers.

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APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location in busy plaza; ample parking. 2300 SF build to suit; 220 SF shared office space; 600 SF up 1100 SF, call Barb 250-770-0536

Duplex / 4 Plex Quiet Oasis Summerland. 55+ retire with us! Sunny, 1200sf updated bi-level, 2bdrm. Walk to shopping from quiet area. Huge balcony. Rent incl. strata fee & meticulous lawn care. Outside shed. Insuite storage rm plus laundry. Onsite owner. n/s, n/p, 2yr lease. $900. 250404-0327

Homes for Rent Newer 2bdrm manufactured home, 5 appl., gas heat, large covered patio, carport, small pets accepted on approval $750, in Cherrywood Estates Adult park, 1518 Hwy 3A, Keremeos, avail. now, 250499-5432 or 250-490-7374

Want to Rent Have large car collection need a building or barn etc. Will Rent/Lease/Buy 604-436-1059

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts FOUR all-season tires, only used one month, 205/55R16 on rims, cost $600, asking $400, (250)493-4349 Used Tires, Huge Selection of used tires and wheels in stock. We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel, 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

Cars - Domestic 2008 Ford Escape, auto, 4whl dr on demand, limited edition, loaded, leather, 126K, $10,500 (250)546-2805, 250-306-1778

Cars - Sports & Imports 2009 Nisson Versa SL, 5 dr, auto, all options, keyless entry Great cond. good commuter car. $7500 obo 250-309-8331 2014 Toyota Corolla, auto, extended warranty, 43K $13,600 (250)546-2805, 250-803-1259 SENIORS 2004 candy apple red w/tan top & int., corvette converible. 57,000km. HUD, auto, $24,900. 250-493-8893

Motorcycles 2003 Honda Ace, 25,000 kms, windshield, heel & toe shifter, running boards, hard case saddle bags, $4000 obo, (778)516-7354

Scrap Car Removal #1 SCRAP Vehicle & Steel Hauling. Pak Rat Towing. A Portion of proceeds go to your LOCAL FOOD BANK. Call 778-581-CARS (2277)

Boats

Stereo / DVD / TV

2 boats w/trailers. 12’ with 9.5 motor, 20’ with 25HP runabout. Offers. 250-493-2951

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Upcycle Society looking for new home Dale Boyd Western News Staff

A non-profit organization providing affordable building materials, employing those with special needs and supporting sustainable business practices is looking to the community for a new home. Deb Thorneycroft with the Okanagan Upcycle ReSource Society spoke at the Penticton city council regular meeting on April 18, hoping to spark interest in the society as they need to vacate their current property at the end of June. Supported by 82 members, the society salvages, sorts and sells used building materials at a low cost, working with local contractors and landfills.

The society has been running at their current centre for a year and a half in the yard of the Penticton and District Society for Community Living (PDSCL), who were taking a percentage of the gross sales as rent. However, the PDSCL is now building housing for their older clients in that space, forcing the Upcycle Society to find a new home. The centre has been running part time at four hours a day, six days a week, with some funds saved, however the cost of paying rent at a new location may be too much. “We don’t really have enough money to go and rent a $3,000 to $4,000 a month warehouse up in the industrial park, we’re kind of stuck between getting going really well, but not really making enough money

to play with the big boys so to speak,” Thorneycroft said. The Upcycle Society could make do with a half or full acre of bare land. The recycling centre is currently 4,000 square feet with 1,800 square feet for storage, as well as a portable workshop and office. “Because they are portable buildings they don’t fit in to every neighbourhood, so we kind of need a unique spot. I’m sure there’s a place out there for us, we just haven’t been able to locate it yet,” Thorneycroft said. She and the society are hoping someone in the community will find a spot to fit the bill, so they can continue work on what she calls a “win-win” situation for Penticton. Mayor Andrew Jakubeit suggested work-

ing with or near the Campbell Mountain landfill might be beneficial for the organization, however the option has been explored. “We talked to them early on to see if they had a location and they didn’t. They weren’t open to us having a spot anywhere near the landfill, but they do have a landing site for us for the wood products that we sort up at the landfill. They’ve been great that way, but they just don’t have a spot for us to set up,” Thorneycroft said. There was a location offered near the Okanagan Falls landfill, but Thorneycroft said the distance out of town and up Allendale Road is too far away for the storefront aspect of the business to be successful. See UPCYCLE on PG. 23

DaviD EcclEstonE (left) of the okanagan Upcycling Resource society with workers tony sacco (centre) and Bryan Higgins and some of the collected materials for sale at their current industrial avenue location. the organization is in desperate need of a new home.

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Society needs bigger space to boost employment From UPCYCLE on PG. 22 Their current setup is the only used building supply store in the South Okanagan, with the next closest in Kelowna. The society has built a relationship with local contractors and home renovators who will bring materials in rather than taking it to the landfill, saving them the costs of off-loading the materials. Local retailers are even pitching in, including Home Hardware, bringing in used or discarded items to sell. The Upcycle Society already works with the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen as well to collect saleable dimensional lumber and other wood products from RDOS landfills. “It’s been a win-win for everybody. It’s great for the community because they have access to low-cost building supplies, it’s great for the environment

because we’re keeping all these materials out of the landfills for a few more years. Everybody is quite pleased with the project,” Thorneycroft said. She said the society hopes to get a good location that will allow them to be open longer or full-time hours, helping boost employment in the community for those with special needs. The society hires people with employment barriers. “That’s a big part of our values of the organization is to provide some kind of employment for our marginalized residents,” Thorneycroft said. The society’s portable office is built entirely out of recycled materials, and other side projects like a mobile chicken tractor to show off what can be done with the materials. For more information visit www.ours-penticton.ca or call 250-462-7431.

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City adopts draft water conservation plan Steve Kidd

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In support of its grant application to install agricultural water meters, the City of Penticton has adopted a draft water conservation plan. Introducing the plan, city engineer Ian Chapman stressed it was only a draft and had not been sent to the city’s agricultural committee for input, or to agricultural water users. However, he said they needed a resolution from council on it in order to proceed with the grant application. The plan is to install water meters on agricultural water users at $1.4 million, with an application for $933,333 in grant funding from Building Canada – Small Communities. The remaining $466,667 to be drawn from water reserve funds or borrowed. The draft plan was authored by Urban Systems, and according to consultant Steve Brubaker, is expected to help reduce water usage, over a long term, by 30 to 35 per cent over 2015 demand. There are two irrigation systems, the north, which covers about 390 hectares, and the south, which is about 63 hectares Apples cover about 43 per cent of the area and take 46 per cent of the water use. Brubaker outlined four options for conserving water, starting with encouraging the agricultural community to update their watering systems to lower-demand technology, appropriate for the particular crop. “I think the key thing here is not to point out that the agricultural community is wasting water, I think the point is we trying to find the way to be most efficient,” said Brubaker. Brubaker said that it would have to be a long term goal, pointing out that an ideal time to change to a more efficient watering system would be when the crop was being changed. “This one change alone, although not small, because I don’t want to un-

derestimate how difficult this would be, would save 17 to 20 per cent of the water use from today’s demand,” said Brubaker. The second option would be irrigation management, using sensors to monitor moisture levels in the soil and other technological enhancements to prevent overwatering. “This one actually shows that with Penticton the farmers are doing a very good job,” said Brubaker. “This would only save three to four per cent of the total water use.” The third option, and the subject of the grant application, is to install water meters, along with a billing structure that would allow a base amount of water, and charges for using more than the allotment. “We don’t want to bill farmers for every cubic metre of water they use, because that will encourage people to not use the water, which would mean we don’t get the fruit and we don’t get the economic benefit,” said Brubaker, adding that the consumption plan would need to be developed in consultation with the agricultural community. The fourth option is to develop water restrictions and educate users. Brubaker noted Penticton is already working on a drought management plan. “Last year, we saw five to 10 per cent savings during level three (drought conditions), compared to the first two weeks of the summer, and about 10 to 20 per cent during level four,” said Brubaker. “It did show that the agricultural community can respond when the need is there.” Brubaker said the recommendation is to adopt all four options, explaining how all four reinforced each other to achieve a substantial reduction in water use over time. Council voted unanimously to accept the draft report. It will be presented to the agricultural committee and the community sustainability committee.