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Cove Bay water plant could open this year DISAGREEMENTS BETWEEN MUNI AND FILTER SUPPLIER PERSIST

ALEX KURIAL Editor

WOOD CUTTING WITH A SMILE: Fun was the top priority at the 6th Annual Bowen Island Logging Show at Veterans Park on July 9. It was the first competition in three years and the competitors, fans and volunteers from Bowen and around B.C. didn’t miss a beat. Take a look at some of the action in our photo gallery on Pages 6-7, and check out our website for many more photos and video. / Alex Kurial photo

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The $9 million Cove Bay Water Treatment Plant could finally be coming fully online this year, i f everything goes to plan in the next few months.

The plant was initially scheduled to be commissioned in May 2021, however several failures occurred at both the design and mechanical levels, particularly with filters and an immersion heater.

The main problem then, and what continues to be the main problem now, revolves around how filter discharging should take place.

Bowen’s (BIM) engineering director Patrick Graham says during the design process the filtration equipment supplier, Purifics, agreed with a plan to have the filters discharge into the reservoir as a way to save money. Later, Purifics said this was not actually the case, and the discharge would have to run to an atmospheric pressure line.

“There was actually an email exchange between WFP (design consultants) and Purifics that suggested this, that we discharge directly to the reservoir to simplify the process and eliminate some costs. So everybody agreed with that at the time,” said Graham while speaking to council on Monday.

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Roadwork & Detours

Events All Council meetings are open to the public to attend in person or electronically, unless noted otherwise.

July 14, 2022 6:30 pm Hot Summer Nights presented

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Notice of Public Hearing

Construction continues in the upcoming week and may affect your commute. Please allow for extra time when travelling, watch out for signage and follow the direction of flaggers.

Trunk Road storm sewer replacement Expect temporary one way northbound traffic on Miller Road (except for large trucks and buses) and one way southbound traffic along Senior Road.

July 18, 2022 4:00 pm Public Hearing - Detached Secondary Suites regulation amendment

Monday, July 18, 2022 @ 4:00 pm In Person at Municipal Hall or Online via Zoom

Proposed regulation amendment for Detached Secondary Suites Proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 581, 2022 would make a series of changes to the regulations for detached secondary suites on Bowen Island. The proposed bylaw would: • Increase the maximum floor area • Remove the minimum lot size • Consider siting in relation to impact on neighbours For more information and to review the proposed bylaw and background information visit: www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/planning

July 25, 2022 6:15 pm Regular Council Meeting

Ways you can have your say: Speak at the Public Hearing 1. Email the Corporporate Officer (hdallas@bimbc.ca) by 4:00 pm with the subject line: “Public Hearing - Verbal Submission” with your full name, address and phone number 2. Attend in person or join via Zoom and wait for your name to be called

Grafton Road culvert repair The Grafton Road culvert repair just west of Artisan Lane continues for several more weeks.

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Contractor who built water plant to complete fixes CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

“In this case Purifics is essentially saying that no they never agreed to that because there was no formal change order. Well, there was no cost change item with Purifics’ contract, so that’s typically when we would do a change order,” explained Graham.

“So they’re not flat out saying they never said that, they just said ‘oh we responded to some emails and there was no change order, so we don’t accept any responsibility for that.’”

The need for an atmospheric pressure line meant a break head tank and pump retrofit were necessary. More disagreement ensued when Purifics indicated a tank and pump the municipality already had could work, but later said they would not.

Graham wrote in his report this is part of a pattern with Purifics, “who continue to be extremely uncooperative, and difficult to work with.”

But, Graham acknowledged the work needs to be done in order to operate the Purifics system and get the plant running. “So do you pursue it legally, or pay them to fix it?

Those are our two choices,” he says, adding it was unclear how the legal

option would play out.

The plan forward now involves working with construction company Industra, who built the plant in the first place, to install the break head tank and pumps necessary to operate the filters. Graham says they’re a good choice for many reasons, including their familiarity with the water plant and the fact their workers are already residing on the island this summer while building the Tunstall Bay reservoir tank, which means they can offer better pricing.

“Working with them has been very positive. The issues we’re encountering is not the result of their work,” notes Graham of Industra.

Contracting Industra to complete the work is estimated to cost about $194,000 plus GST for both design and construction. Since the plant is a capital project and this would mean changing the budget, Graham was seeking council support before their recess in August, so that work could be done throughout the summer.

Council agreed the plant needs to get running, but wanted to make sure they’d be protected if further disagreements with Purifics ensue.

Chief administrative officer Liam

Edwards said a third-party engineering consultant, HDR, has been brought on to work on communication between BIM, Purifics, Industra and WSP, and make sure everybody is on the same page going forward.

Once everybody agrees to one plan and construction is completed, the plant should work. “And if not that gives us a fall back position to say, well we’ve done exactly what you (Purifics) requested and it was vetted by a third party (HDR),” says Edwards.

Coun. David Hocking voiced his confusion that Purifics was not more concerned about their reputation, which Graham agreed with.

“It’s hard for me to understand...

I would think you want success stories and clients that speak highly of you. And they don’t, for whatever reason, seem to care,” says Graham.

The construction costs will be funded through surplus money found in the Cove Bay Water System Local Service Area reserves, and through deferring fixing a water main in the area until next year.

Council voted unanimously to approve Graham’s request, meaning the work with Industra can now go ahead.

Cove Bay Water Plant. / Bronwyn Beairsto photo

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In addition to the westbound curb lane along the road, which has been closed for several weeks due to a sinkhole, the southbound lane of Miller Road will also be closed from Millard Road to the four corners.

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VIEWPOINTS Welcome to the Bowen team Matt!

The Undercurrent is excited to welcome Matt Blair aboard as the newspaper’s new publisher.

Matt began his new role this month, and brings nearly two decades of media experience to Bowen, including his existing position as publisher of our sister paper the North Shore News.

Matt has also served as publisher of the Delta Optimist, and is a board member for the B.C. & Yukon Community News Media Association.

Blair expresses his fondness for news at the community level. “Community newspapers are the foundation of the news media landscape in Canada. The vast majority of stories you see on television, or hear about on the radio, were broken by a local newspaper reporter,” he says.

Matt adds that’s especially the case on Bowen.

“The Undercurrent is a truly special newspaper largely due to the relationships it fosters with its contributors. I would argue it is more representative of Bowen’s community than many other newspapers and our team takes great pride in that,” says Blair.

Of course, Matt’s arrival means the departure of longtime publisher Peter Kvarnstrom, who has guided the Undercurrent since 2015. Kvarnstrom leaves the role with fond memories, while noting despite the move he doesn’t plan to be a stranger to the island.

“The time has come for me to step back from my day to day role as publisher here at the Undercurrent. How the years roll by. It was seven years ago that I assumed responsibility for the Undercurrent. Over those years I have been privileged to serve our wonderful island community. I met so many of you and was welcomed into your community. Working with all the professionals at the Undercurrent has truly been fulfilling,” he says.

Kvarnstrom is also confident he is placing the Undercurrent in solid hands.

“We have appointed Matt Blair, of North Vancouver, as our publisher going forward.

Matt joins us with a wealth of publishing experience and enthusiasm for local media and its role in building community. We hope you welcome Matt to Bowen and show your support for the Undercurrent any way you can - buy a subscription, buy a copy at the store or place your advertising where we’ll all see it. Shop local and support local,” says Kvarnstrom.

As for where you can find Matt when he’s out and about? “In my spare time I enjoy hiking and sailing, but nothing beats an ocean swim on a warm summer evening,” says Blair.

On behalf of the Undercurrent team, a massive thank you to Peter, and warm welcome to Matt!

- Alex Kurial, Editor

In homage to SwimBowen.

TheUndercurrent’s newpublisherMattBlair,withhiswifeCasey.

Q: What should happen with secondary suites on Bowen Island?

According to our poll, most people will be happy with last week’s council decisions to abandon a ban on short-term rentals in secondary suites, and remove minimum lot sizes required for them. But, a full review of short-term rental rules on Bowen also looks planned for 2023, leaving the many rules on the topic up for debate moving forward.

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Readers remain concerned over motorized Mount Gardner Dear Mayor and Council, I trust that you are as shocked as I am that the notion of motorized vehicles on Mount Gardner is still alive within the Provincial Government plans. I ask that you, once again, advise the BC Government emphatically - that such plans will not be tolerated.

The BC Government should know better.

1. The BC Government created Islands Trust with the mandate “…to preserve and protect the unique amenities and environment of the Trust area for the benefit of the residents of the Trust area and British Columbians…”

Bowen Island, including all Crown land including Mount Gardener, is a part of the Islands Trust area.

In no way can motorized vehicle extreme sports be defined as conducive to preserving or protecting the unique amenities and environment of Bowen: destruction of forests, erosion, noise and increased carbon emissions do not belong here.

If Islands Trust has not been emphatic or persuasive on this, shame on them.

2. The BC Government approved Bowen Island as an island municipality and this encompasses all Crown land including Mount Gardner.

As a Municipality, the community has adopted: * Its Official Community Plan * Its Branding * Its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint.

Not one of these would be in support of motorized vehicles on Mount Gardner - or on Radar Hill for that matter.

Our common values reflected in each of the above, centre on the beauty of nature, the integrity of the environment, enjoyment of wildlife and the tranquility of nature’s sounds - the wind, the waves, the birdsong. Activities that centre around these values are those that are promoted.

There is no place on Bowen Island for recreational activities that are contrary to our values. And there is no place on Bowen Island for such activities to cause conflict with recreational activities dependent on enjoying the peace and tranquility of nature.

Hiking on Mount Gardner is a well established activity for residents and tourists alike. Destruction of that enjoyment by the sounds of motorized vehicles would be a travesty.

3. The Bowen ferry service is already at capacity, particularly in the summer months when the proposed motorized vehicle trails would be used. These vehicles do not come by themselves; they are either carried on long bed trucks or on trailers. Adding trails to Mount Gardner will create Bowen Island as a destination site, and this will bring more vehicles to Bowen.

Does the Provincial Government plan to help BC Ferries with funding to expand our ferry service?

4. The ferry is one of the biggest causes of Bowen Island’s carbon footprint.

Does the Provincial Government plan to accept the carbon footprint cost of more vehicles coming to Bowen Island, as well as the carbon footprint from these recreational vehicles?

5. Why does this particular recreational sport have so much sway with the Provincial Government? Or is this

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How can anybody seriously be considering allowing any access whatsoever to Mt Gardner by motorized vehicles? Has anybody seen the damage done to Hollyburn in West Vancouver even by unmotorized trail bikes?. Apart from the obvious intrusion of noise, environmental damage, pollution, restrictions to tourists, hikers, day walkers, etc and effect on natural wildlife, let’s remember that our Mt Gardner is not just a place of refuge and enjoyment by islanders and visitors alike, it just also happens to be the sole watershed for a fair proportion of the island’s resident’s water supply.

What are they smoking (apart from the bikes)?

- Jerry Kaehne Bluewater Park LSA LAC another way of allowing logging on Mount Gardner?

Is the Provincial Government planning on providing extra resources to our Municipality for both ByLaw enforcement of no camping on island, no fires and no use of other trails by motorized vehicles, as well as support for our volunteer/emergency services fire department? If the proposal goes ahead this will become a financial issue for the Municipality.

Mayor and Council: There must be no compromise on this - motorized sports do not belong on Bowen Island period.

Sincerely, - Joyce Ganong *Editor’s Note* Bowen Island council reaffirmed their opposition to motor vehicle use on Mount Gardner during their July 11 meeting. The issue remains in the hands of the provincial government for a final decision.

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Bowen Logging Show makes grand return ALEX KURIAL Editor The Bowen Island Logging Show was back in action on July 9 at Veterans Park.

It was the first show since 2019 following a pair of pandemic cancellations. Events included axe throwing, pole climbing, sawing events - including cross saw and hot saw - choker racing, and the underhand chop.

Competitors hailed from Bowen, and also travelled from Squamish, Shuswap, and Vancouver Island to take part.

Enjoy our gallery, and for even more photos and video from the Logging Show you can visit us online, including by following this QR code.

Alex Kurial photo gallery Kelly Miller slices through a piece of lumber while emcee Ben Lefler from New Zealand, and a member of the Laughing Loggers, reminds everyone to hang loose.

Veteran of the sport Gary Anderson keeps an eye on the next generation of logger sports athletes.

Every pole climber needs a trusty belay team taking care of things on the ground.

Cross sawing was a popular part of the competition.

Cowan Point Utility Company Ltd. NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO THE COMPTROLLER OF WATER RIGHTS UNDER THE WATER UTILITY ACT AND THE UTILITIES COMMISSION ACT NOTICE is hereby given by Cowan Point Utility Company Ltd that an application has been made to the Comptroller of Water Rights to amend the Utility’s Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the proposed construction and operation of an extension to the waterworks distribution system to serve residents in the area Proposed Lots 1-10 of part of Lot 11, District Lots 1411 & 2450, Plan BCP51616 except EPP55409, Group 1, NWD. Any person wishing further information in connection with this application should apply directly to: Cowan Point Utility Company Ltd at P.O. Box 228, Suite 201 – 475 Bowen Island Trunk Road, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0.

Any objections to this application are to be forwarded to the Secretary to the Deputy Comptroller of Water Rights by mail to PO Box 9340 STN PROV GOVT, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9M1 (or by email to Chris.McMillan@gov.bc.ca) and should be received in that office on or before August 19, 2022.

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It takes a big effort to loop the choker cable.

Hot saw inspections get underway.

Kids got in on the action too with a mini choker race. In this sibling showdown, it was sister who bested brother.

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Ready, Set Go! Record Setting Fundraising & Swimmer FAQ’s MARY LETSON SwimBowen On Saturday July 16th at 10am, 60 swimmers will take to the water in Tunstall Bay for the 1500 and 750 metre courses for SwimBowen’s 3rd annual event. Registrants are coming from as far away as California and Washington State, Pender Island, Squamish and all over the Lower Mainland.

To date swimmers, donors and sponsors have raised a record breaking $35,500 for Bowen Island’s Cancer Care Fund assisting residents in active cancer treatment.

Amazing!

Swimmers, please note that event changes close at 6pm on Thursday July 14th. No event changes will be accepted after this time. Please email swimbowensociety@gmail. com if you wish to change your event distance.

Swimmer check-in is from 8:30-9:30am on event day at Tunstall Bay Beach. Please be on time, the event kicks off at 10am! Please print and complete your waiver before leaving home. At check-in, you will submit your completed waiver and receive a numbered swim cap. We will mark your hand with your race number.

You can pick up your SwimBuddy if pre-ordered during your online registration. Didn’t pre-order but you would like a SwimBuddy? No problem! We will have SwimBuddys on site for sale for $65, cash only. 50% of proceed go to the Cancer Care Fund.

We will confirm your estimated swim time for your chosen course. You must check in yourself. A friend cannot check in for you. Failure to check-in during above times will result in entry being cancelled. There will be no race day registration available.

This year we have a beach shoe gear check. Hurray!

Crates will be available at the start line for swimmers to store their beach shoes before entry and upon exit of swim!

Event Schedule 8:30 Check-in begins 9:30 Check-in closes 9:30-9:45 Swimmer warm-up (optional) 9:45-9:50 MANDATORY Safety briefing for all swimmers 9:55 Swimmers to start line 10:00* 1500m Start Time - water start, self-seeded 10:05* 750m Start Time – water start, self seeded 10:15 Refreshments table opens! (Friends and family welcome with suggested $5 donation) 11:00* Course closes (all swimmers out of the water) 11:15 Awards ceremony & prizes!

11:45 Event wraps up * Race start time is approximate and may be delayed.

There is a swim cut-off time of 1 hour.

Event Course 1500m Elite/competitive and experienced swimmers (optional for novice/casual swimmers) 750m Novice/casual swimmers Course Markings 1500m Swimmers will follow the large 750m triangle route 2 times, passing the 3 orange sighting buoys, keeping sighting buoys on your right.

750m Swimmers will follow the 750m triangle route 1 time only in a clockwise direction. You will pass 2 large sighting buoys while keeping the buoys on your right.

Michael Henrichsen and partner/safety marshal Jennifer Henrichsen circumnavigated Bowen Island helping to raise record funds for SwimBowen. / Submitted

See you on the beach!

The SwimBowen Team

Some of Pender Island’s Magic Lake Ladies Swim Club will be jumping into the SwimBowen event on Saturday.

The group is inspired to start their own version of SwimBowen: SwimPender!

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TAG celebrated their Wind Up with Lunch and a Show and Share MARIE NEYS Thursday Art Group

Creature Corner

Haig Farris has enjoyed a number of visitors to the Fairweather area lately, of both the bird and bug variety. Feathered friends include the Towhee (top) and Hummingbird (middle). This wasp also joined the party.

THURSDAY ART GROUP, (TAG) Bowen Island meets every Thursday at Collins Hall from September to June.

We’ve been creating for over 50 years! Enjoy summer and consider joining us starting Sept. 15, at a minimal cost of $30 per month to help pay for the cost of the Hall.

Enjoy painting in your favourite medium, or sketch, draw, create.... we work independently most days plus offer monthly workshops. Feel free to contact Marie@marieneys. com or shannonrondeau@shaw.ca to learn more.

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Thursday, July 14 Planes & Trains - Summer Reading Club At the Bowen Island Library | 2-3 pm | Drop-in | Ages 5-8 Build your own car! Design and build any mode of transportation with oven bake clay or Lego.

Movie Night - Summer Reading Club At the Bowen Island Library. Registration required* | 5-7 pm | Register | Ages 9-12 Have a fun night watching The

Golden Compass (2007) in the Library Annex. Enjoy popcorn and spending time with friends! *Register at the front desk, call 604-947-9788, or email src@bowenlibrary.ca.

Bowen Island Men’s Fastpitch Shakers v Twins 6:30 pm Snug Cove Field To July 15 & Aug. 15-19 Jr. Gym Camp: 10 am to Noon. Ages 5-7. $25/day or $100/ week.

Gym Stars/Gym Club Camps.

12:30 to 3:30 pm. Ages 8+. $35/day or $150/week.

Email bowengymnastics@gmail.com to register.

Friday, July 15 Bowen Island Men’s Fastpitch Cruisers v Brewers 6:30 pm Snug Cove Field Thursday, July 21 Sleepy Stuffies - Summer Reading Club At the Bowen Island Library. 4-4:30 pm. Drop-in. Ages 5-8 (or younger). Bring your stuffed animal to the Library so they can have a fun sleepover. Read them a bedtime story and tuck them in before you leave. Get a picture of what they did during the night when you pick them up.

Saturday, July 23 Building Bowen - Summer Reading Club At the Bowen Island Library. Registration required* 2-3 pm. Ages 5-8 Build a model house on Bowen. From the framing to the insulation, make a house just like a builder and choose where to live on the island. *Register at the Library front desk, by calling, or by emailing src@bownelibrary.ca Re: Robin Hood Greetings dearest patrons, We are so sorry for the inconvenience but due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to reschedule our first three performances. The July 12-14 performances have been cancelled.

If you have bought tickets to any of these performances you will be able to receive a refund but we are hoping that you are able to attend one of the performances we have added the following week!

Our updated schedule is as follows: Friday - July 15th @ 4pm & 7pm Tuesday - July 19th @ 4pm & 7pm Wednesday - July 20th @ 7pm Thursday July 21st @ 4pm & 7pm If you have bought a ticket on Brownpaper tickets you can exchange your tickets by emailing support@brownpapertickets.com with your confirmation number and the date you’d like to exchange for. If no exchange is made a refund will be issued in 10 days.

Thank you kindly for your understanding!

All the best, The Lakeside Players