Chase Sunflower - April 28, 2023

Community Events Bulletin

2023 Grads at Chase Secondary are graciously accepting donations for their Safe Grad celebrations. Donations can be e-transferred to: drygradchase2023@gmail. com. Thank you for your support.

The Heat Jr Hockey Society is having there AGM, Thursday May 11 @ 6pm. All in the community are welcome to attend. It will be held in the Arena Mezzanine.

GIANT CRIB - There will be a Giant Crib at the Chase Legion on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at 11:00. The cost is $12 per person. Bring your own partner. Lunch will be available. Payout 85%.

Chase Legion drop-in Cribbage

Thursday evenings at 7 o’clock. $5.00 to play. It is not necessary to bring a partner. Visitors are welcome.

The Chase Sunflower invites stories, recipes, comments, photos, jokes and any other information that would be of interest to readers. We reserve the right to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We also reserve the right to refuse advertising that in our opinion does not reflect the concept of the newspaper. The opinions expressed in Letters and Columns do not necessarily reflect the views of this newspaper. Due care and attention for accuracy is used in checking advertising copy, but no warranty is implied by the publisher.

The Chase Sunflower is copyrighted and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the written consent of the publisher.

The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated by Shuswap Prairie Publishing. 1500 copies are printed weekly and distributed around Chase, as well as to Pritchard, Sorrento, Squilax, Jade Mountain, and Adams Lake. The Sunflower is available FREE for readers because it is advertiser supported. Please support the local businesses that advertise in the Sunflower; shopping locally enriches our community.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 107 515 Shuswap Ave, Chase

* For info / hours phone 250-679-3536 *

CHASE LEGION:

Mon. May 1 - open 2 pm - 6 pm

Tues. May 2 - open 2 pm - 6 pm, fun pool, fun darts, free meat draws

Wed. May 3 - CLOSED

Thurs. May 4 - open - 2 pm - 6 pm - 7 pm Crib Nite Downstairs

Fri. May 5 - open 2 pm - 8 pm - Ladies fun darts; 5 - 7 pm Burger Nite

Sat. May 6 - open 1 pm - meat draws, 50/50, lotto, monthly Birthday Cake Celebration

Sun. May 7 - CLOSED

Vimy Ridge Candlelight Vigil

Fri. May 12 at 7:15pm, outside at Legion Cenotaph/Cairn

Sun. May 14th afternoon Coffee House 2 pm - 5 pm. Deb Foster and Musical Friends

With respect, I acknowledge that I live and work on the unceded traditional lands of the Secwepemc First Nation.

Chase Rotary Box 73

Pres: Patrick Herba (250-702-3677)

Meetings @ 5:30 pm on 1st & 3rd Thurs of each month at Railside Restaurant. New members welcome!

Chase Lions Club

PO Box 12, Chase, B.C. V0E 1M0 chaselions67@gmail.com

Facebook Chase & District Lions Club

President – Karen Bassett 250-318-4527

Please call for Lion projects incl pull-tab donations

Meeting at 7 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, downstairs of community hall. Everyone welcome.

Lions RV Park Reservations 250-679-8470 For Medical equipment contact Sandra Welton 778-245-3808.

400 Club Winner

Monique Gauthier $100.00

At the Blessed Sacrament Parish we invite you all to Mass every Sunday at 8:00 am

Tuesdays @ 1:00 pm. - Holy Hour with Rosary and Divine Mercy chaplet.

For inquiries call 250679-3025 or 250-372-2581

The Light of Life Native Fellowship Pastor Joseph #1.250.457-3845

Find "Joseph Shuswap Kim" on Youtube John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

Chase Evangelical Free Church295 Shuswap Ave

Physical Gathering

Suspended in response to Provincial Health Order, Online Gatherings

Chase Evangelical Free Church Service at 10 am Sunday More Information at ChaseChurch.com

Shuswap Community Church Outdoor Services

10am, Sunday @ Memorial Park

Chase

Accessible at www.ChaseChurch.com

250 679 1676 or Tyler@ChaseChurch.com

250 679 3626 Tyler@ ChaseChurch.com

Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca for more info.

Call: (778) 824-0383

Hall. Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca or more info call: (778) 824-0383 email: spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Email: Spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Secwépemc Landmarks Project unveiling

submitted Libby Chisholm Secwépemc Landmarks Project

The Secwépemc Landmarks project team is honoured to announce the unveiling of the Tsqúqw7e Landmark sculpture on Saturday May 13th 2023, at 1 pm in Tsqúqw7e (Chase Memorial Park). The Tsqúqw7e Landmark was created by the late Mike “Savage” Peters, assisted by his son Lone White Wolf Peters and Chaz, and completed by Shayne D. Hunt, and David Jacob Harder. All are welcome to celebrate the installation of the sculpture, which is dedicated to commemorating Mike, one of the two original artists.

Tsqúqw7e, pronounced ch-kokw-a, is the place name for the Chase Memorial Park area, meaning “a small bay” in Secwepemctsín (Secwépemc language). The sculpture is shaped in the form of a Coyote Rock, representing rock formations created by Seklép, Sklap, or Senxúxwlecw (Coyote), with metal work sculpture in the shape of tree food caches, used to store dried roots and salmon. Carvings in the metalwork represent oral histories shared by the Secwépemc Elders Advisory Committee, made up of Elders from Adams Lake, Skwláx (Little Shuswap), Neskonlith, and Splatsín.

Artists who are part of this project include Tania Willard who is from and lives at Neskonlith, Kel-c Jules from Tk’emlúps, Hop You and Tony Antoine (Splatsín), Jules Arnouse (Little Shuswap), Rick (Jules’ son), Eric Kutschker, Rod Tomma, Tilkotmes Tomma, Ron Tomma, David Jacob Harder, and Vern Clemah. The Secwépemc Landmarks project will be installing 16 sculptures over the next year, designed by several teams of Secwépemc and non-Secwépemc artists, that highlight Secwépemc oral histories and place names in each area. These sculptures are

proposed at the following locations: Salmon Arm wharf (Complete); Haney Heritage (May 2023); Little Mountain (June 2023); Fly Hills Skyview Rotary Lookout (July 2023); South Canoe Bluffs (August 2023); Tappen Bluffs (September 2023); Bastion Mountain (October 2023). Phase 2 locations, scheduled to be installed in 2024, are proposed at the following locations: 1) Mara Lake; 2) Sekmáws (Sicamous); 3) Splatsín; 4) Tsutswécw Park; 5) Quaaout Lodge; 6) Skmana Lake; 7) White Lake; and 8) Steglgelxús (Chase Creek Falls). The Secwépemc Landmarks project team is also working to install trailhead posts carved by youth from Secwépemc Child and Family Services, Shihiya, Chief Atahm, and five schools in School District No. 83, by fall 2023. These trailhead posts were carved with the guidance of Kenthen Thomas who designed the curriculum for the workshops, and from Splatsín carvers Hop You and Vern Clemah. Close to two hundred youth carved just under 100 trailhead posts, which will be installed on trail systems throughout the Shuswap Lakes region of Secwepemcúlecw. Very talented artists, and expect to see their artwork out on the trails soon!

The Secwépemc Landmarks team is very grateful for the expertise and guidance of the Elders Advisory Committee and from the youth researchers working on this project, and for the financial support of Adams Lake, Little Shuswap, Neskonlith, and Splatsín, the City of Salmon Arm, the Province of British Columbia, the Shuswap Trail Alliance, Shuswap Tourism, and Heritage BC and the Heritage Legacy

of British Columbia.

Fund

Photo by Bernadette Dennis (Adams Lake Band Communications)

Classifieds

GARAGE SALES

Giant Yard Sale - Stove, Fridge, lots of misc items. Bannock! Every weekend for April. Friday to Sunday 9 am - 4 pm at 1018 Squilax Subdivision Road. Please phone for bannock orders . Call 778 220 8846

Garage sale moving/ 528 Hendry Avenue across from Curling Club. Saturday April 29th 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday April 30 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Yard and Moving Sale! April 29 at #9312 Arbutus St 8 am to 1 pm. Everything must go.

Ponderosa Pines Annual Garage Sale - May 6th from 8:30 - 3:00. Signs will be posted on the Highway.

BUSINESS LISTINGS

Gypsy Soul is looking to buy vinyl records. 638 Shuswap Ave. 250-819-3875

Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call 250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, snowmobiles, generators, boat motors etc. Ask for Jarrett.

phone: 250-320-3050 email: info@chasesunflower.ca 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase $5/20 words

SERVICES OFFERED

Need to board your dog? I am a mature, pet loving lady, honest & reliable. References available. Reasonable rates. 250-679-1153.

BUYING COINS & ENTIRE COIN COLLECTIONS! Old coins, old money, Royal Canadian Mint coins, Franklin Mint, US Mint, OLYMPIC coins, and World collections WANTED! Todd 250-864-3521

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Buying Old Items - Wood Windows, Doors, Ladders, Suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, lanterns, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm. 250-577- 3357.

Village of Chase Applications Now Open: Part Time Custodian

The Village of Chase is currently seeking one (1) Part Time Custodian for our Community Hall. The hours of work vary according to event bookings with an average of 10 hours per week. The hourly rate is $25. The Part Time Custodian is responsible for the cleanliness of the building, clearing snow and litter/debris at all adjacent sidewalks and entrances, the monitoring of facility conditions following events and other related tasks. Anyone interested is encouraged to submit their resume to chase@chasebc.ca by May 19, 2023.

CHASE CITIZENS on PATROL

Community service, flexible hours, variety of duties

Help to keep Chase safe by:

Village of Chase Employment Opportunity Temporary Labourer - Public Works

A temporary employment opportunity exists in Public Works for a Labourer for approximately 6 months.

The Temporary Labourer will report to and work directly under the guidance of the current Team Lead Hand. They are responsible for performing a variety of unskilled and routine semi-skilled manual construction and maintenance tasks that may occasionally involve considerable physical effort and agility. Weekend work may also be required.

Main duties include:

• The performance of a variety of labour-intensive work including heavy outdoor manual tasks

• Performs a variety of parks and cemetery tasks including but not limited to picking up litter, pulling weeds, cutting brush, raking leaves, watering grass, watering flower baskets, operating manual mowing equipment and weed trimmers, and assisting in the maintenance of gardening plots

• Cleaning of culverts and drainage ditches as required

• The performance of routine repairs and maintenance to street pavement, boulevards, street signs

• Uses hand tools for routine repairs and maintenance and changing of equipment attachments

• Assists with grave digging, installation of headstones, trench digging, backfilling

• Cleans up after construction projects or around buildings, easements, clearing and sorting salvage material as required

Education/Experience/Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean abstract (air brake endorsement considered an asset)

• Three years’ experience with sound knowledge of materials, methods, tools, equipment, practices and standards of public works

• Confident with sound judgement

• Ability to maintain records, make written and oral reports to co-workers and supervisor

• Must be able to deal tactfully and professionally with the public, other staff members and elected officials

• Maintains an excellent quality of service and high degree of accuracy in their work

The complete job description is available upon request from the Director of Corporate Operations.

Sunflower Bicycle Repair: Shop is Open! Get your bike tuned up for the season. 838 Shuswap Avenue in Chase. 778-220-6709.

Tuesday - Friday from 10 am - 4 pm and Saturdays until 2.

• Going out on a 4-hour vehicle patrol one afternoon or evening per month.

• Patrolling at a variety of community events

FMI and an application, please call Christina at the Chase Info Centre.

The wage for this position is $27.06 per hour plus 14% of earnings in lieu of benefits and vacation entitlement. This CUPE position is temporary, fulltime hours 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., days of week will vary and will include weekend work.

Please submit a cover letter and resumé by email to co@chasebc.ca.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 8, 2023.

Village of Chase On-Call Casual Office Assistant

An on-call casual employment opportunity in the Village Office for an on-call casual office assistant.

The on-call casual office assistant is required to provide occasional fill-in support to the Village administration.

Various tasks performed by the on-call casual office assistance will include:

• Front line customer service and cashier duties

• Telephone reception

• Mailing pre-prepared letters

• Completing complaint forms relating to bylaw enforcement and animal control for Director of Corporate Operations

• Facility bookings (Community Hall and Park Use)

• Completing public works service requests for review by Director of Corporate Operations

• Photocopying, electronic, and physical filing of administrative paperwork

• Providing clerical assistance to Senior Administration

• Other clerical administrative duties as required

Being a position within the Bargaining Unit, and in compliance with Article 11 of the Collective Agreement between the Village of Chase and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 900, Chase, this notice is being posted internally for five (5) working days, making the opportunity available to all Village of Chase Bargaining Unit employees.

The successful candidate will have a minimum Grade 12 education, will have experience working in an office environment possessing knowledge of and experience with MS office software and various types of office equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, a good work ethic, be able to take direction, and will be able to successfully multi-task.

The wage for this position is $21.88 per hour with 6% paid in lieu of annual vacation. This position will consist of primarily part-time hours. There are no benefits applicable to this position.

Resumes, held in confidence will be received by the undersigned until 4:00 p.m., Friday, May 5, 2023. Please submit your application to Deb Lovin by email to cfo@chasebc.ca, by mail to PO Box 440, Chase, BC V0E 1M0, by fax to 250.679.3070, or in person at 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC.

2023 CAYLS Summer Jobs

All positions offer competitive wages

July 4 - August 26

Hours TBD

Please send your cover letter and resume to chaseyounglearners@gmail.com by May 14th

Arts and Recreation Initiative

Summer Art Leader (3 Positions)

SPRING IS BLOOMING Wild flowers at the Meadow

To All Visitors:

SPRING IS BLOOMING

SPRING IS BLOOMING

TO ALL VISITORS:

Our Summer Art Coordinators will be working with a team to lead children’s arts programs throughout the summer months and to brighten up our community with a series of public art projects. Mentors will work directly with the Summer Art Leaders, and the employees will be working together to develop summer programming.

Duties will include:

Public Art Installations- Community consultation regarding placement and subject of art. Working with artists to gather and manage supplies.

Art classes- Working with local artists to develop a series of art classes for children in different age groups and styles.

Community Events- Working with other CAYLS Employees to plan events that will feature art projects and activities

Teen Summer Program

Youth Leader (3 Positions)

The objective of the CAYLS Teen Summer Program is to provide a much needed safe space for tweens and teens to come together during the summer months to engage in activities that keep them active, social and having fun. This team of Youth Leaders will collaborate to offer fun activities and games to young adults in the Chase area. Examples of activities include:

• Nerf battle • Volleyball at the beach • Soccer

• Slip n’ Slide baseball • Color bomb/water gun race [around town]

• Water gun battles

TO ALL VISITORS:

April 25, 2023

April 25, 2023

To view the wild flowers at the Meadows on the Adams Lake Indian Reserve No. 4 Chase, BC, you are required to purchase a Permit and follow guidelines listed on the permit. Permits can be purchased at Adams Lake Indian Band Office Front Desk, Chase, BC.

To view the wild flowers at the Meadows on the Adams Lake Indian Reserve No. 4 Chase, BC, you are required to purchase a Permit and follow guidelines listed on the permit. Permits can be purchased at Adams Lake Indian Band Office Front Desk, Chase, BC.

• Man-Tracker • Capture the Flag

• Obstacle Course

• Community Scavenger Hunt • Outdoor games: sponge darts, pool noodle javelin, foam Twister, pass the water... • Board games/ card games/trivia/charades • Also, lots of ‘physical’ art activities/projects

Chase Pollinator Initiative

Environmental Leaders (3 Positions)

Environmental Leaders will assist in the creation of pollinator gardens and in their subsequent care. This will be a youth led position, where Leaders will have a say in what projects are carried out, and mentors will help with planning and prioritization.

To view the wild flowers at the Meadows on the Adams Lake Reserve No 4, Chase BC, you are required to purchase a permit and follow guidelines listed on permit. Permits can be purchased at ALIB Office Front Desk (6453 Hillcrest Road, Chase BC)

Fee: $5.00 per adult

Children under age 10 are free.

Fee: $5.00 per adult

Fee: $5 per adult

Group of 15 people or more $55.00

Children under 10 are free.

Children under age 10 are free. Group of 15 people or more $55.00

Office hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Closed 12 noon to 1 pm for lunch.

Thank you and Enjoy Your Visit

Office hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Closed 12 noon to 1 pm for lunch.

Group of 15 people or more: $55 Office Hours: Mon - Fri • 8 - 4:30 pm (Closed from noon to 1 pm)

Thank you and Enjoy Your Visit

Adams Lake Indian Band Lands Department 6453 Hillcrest Rd, Chase, BC 250.679.8841

Thank you and enjoy your visit!

Adams Lake Indian Band Lands Department 6453 Hillcrest Rd, Chase, BC 250.679.8841

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Todd “Gold Silver Guy”

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Pete’s Pizza & Pasta

Open Tues to Sat • Closed Sun & Mon 250-679-2775

Village Fitness Gym & Tanning

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Kalin Good Carpentry Services

Renos, Decks, Fences, Siding, Roofing & More 18+ yrs exp. Call 250-819-9335

MJK Home Renovations

Chris Walker 250-572-7035

Framing, Custom Woodworking, Tile, Flooring

Quick Dry Carpet Cleaning

Carpet, Upholstery, Hard Floors

250-851-8556 Chase BC

BASKETWAVE CATWALK VERSAILLE CHECKERBOARD CORRIDOR

HERRINGBONE HOPSCOTCH LACEWORK PINWHEEL STEPPINGSTONE

Breaking News: Five Foot Psychic Escapes From Jail

Headline: “Small Medium at Large”

TICTAC WINDMILL SOLDIERED ZIGZAG DIAMOND

VECTORED BRICK JOINT DIVISIBLE

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THE CHASE LION’S CLUB Celebrate Mother’s Day

ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST

SUNDAY, MAY 14 8 am to 11 am

Downstairs at the Community Hall

*** Admission by Donation ***

Mom’s Eat Free

Bring Mom out for a special treat!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED VILLAGE of CHASE

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 926-2023

The Village of Chase Council will be holding a Public Hearing pursuant to Section 464 of the Local Government Act, to consider amendments to the Village of Chase Zoning Bylaw No. 683 for the following property shown as “subject property” on the sketch plan below:

(LOT A DISTRICT LOT 517 KDYD PLAN 33982, LOT B DISTRICT LOT 517 KDYD PLAN 33982, LOT 1 DISTRICT LOT 517 KDYD PLAN KAP52783)

(230 Aylmer Road, 234 Aylmer Road, and 238 Aylmer Road)

The Council, as the result of an application from the owner of the named property, will consider amending the zoning designation with: Shipping Containers are permitted notwithstanding section 4.14.4.b.ii, and 4.14.5 as it relates to Service Commercial and Industrial.

If you feel your property interests may be affected by the proposed amendment and you wish to address Village Council on any matters pertaining to this bylaw, please attend the Public Hearing at the Village Office on:

Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 at 4:00 pm

Your comments/concerns may also be presented in writing, in advance of the meeting by addressing them to the undersigned, or at the public hearing in person, by petition or by attorney.

Sean O’Flaherty, RPP Corporate Officer Village of Chase

Note: This is the first of two consecutive Public Notices. Dated this 28 day of April, 2023 at Chase, BC

Village of Chase – Emergency Preparedness Public Information Day

The Village of Chase along with Emergency Preparedness staff from the TNRD and the City of Kamloops will be hosting an information session on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the pocket park in downtown Chase.

A large amount of information will be available including:

What are individuals’ responsibilities in an emergency and how can YOU prepare?

What are the Village’s responsibilities in an emergency? What supports and plans are currently in place? Who does what and when?

Emergency Social Services – ESS

During an emergency event, Emergency Social Services provide short term support for anyone evacuated from their place of residence and have no alternate place to stay.

Are you interested in volunteering in an ESS program in Chase in the event of an emergency? The Village of Chase with help from the City of Kamloops ESS Coordinator will have information available about what is ESS, why is it important, and how you can get involved!

STUDIO SUITES AVAILABLE

All

For more information or to book a tour contact us at 250-679-1512 or 250-679-4447 Ext 404 live@parksidecommunity.ca 743 Okanagan Ave, Chase

RCMP REPORT

VEHICLE FIRE

On April 1st, 2023 at 6:42 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a vehicle fire in the Lordco parking lot in Chase. Chase Fire Department had the blaze under control before Police arrived. The vehicle - a white GMC Jimmy - was serving as the owner’s primary residence. When the fire started, the owner was asleep in the driver’s seat. A noise woke him, and he managed to escape. However, he was unable to save any of his belongings. A kind neighbour gave him shoes. The cause of the fire has not been determined. Anyone with information regarding the fire is asked to call the Chase RCMP Detachment at 250679-3221. File number 2023-694 refers.

ASSIST AMBULANCE

On April 1st, 2023 at 8:34 pm, Chase RCMP were requested to assist BC Ambulance Service with a patient who required transport to hospital. Paramedics had concerns for their own safety, based on the male’s past behaviour, and required Police to ride in the ambulance during transport to Kamloops.

STOLEN AND RECOVERED TRUCK

On April 3rd, 2023 at 1:49 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a stolen vehicle. The caller reported that a Dodge Pickup was just stolen from Alymer Road. Police learned that the vehicle required repairs to a seized wheel bearing. Police noticed fresh tire tracks on the road and followed those tracks directly to the stolen vehicle, which now had a seized wheel bearing and flat tire. One unhappy male, who is known to Police, was arrested at the vehicle. He was subsequently released

on an Undertaking with a court date and conditions which included a curfew.

IMPAIRED DRIVER

On April 15th, 2023 at 3:07 pm, Chase RCMP received a report of a possible impaired driver leaving an establishment in Chase. The caller reported that he watched a man stumble to his vehicle and drive away. The caller phoned 911 and followed the vehicle, providing updates to the dispatcher until Police were able to intercept. In speaking with the driver, Police noted he had symptoms of impairment by alcohol, including glossy eyes and slurred speech. The driver was required to provide samples of his breath into a roadside screening device. The breath samples produced ‘fail’ readings which indicated his ability to drive was impaired by alcohol. He was therefore prohibited from driving for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

CONTROLLED BURN

On April 20th, 2023 at 12:29 pm, Chase RCMP were dispatched to a dropped 911 call near Neskonlith Lake. On route, Police learned a man had been burned and required an ambulance. At the scene Police were told that the man had been conducting a controlled burn on his property when his own clothing caught fire. There was no water on hand and the man’s injuries were quite serious. Adams Lake Fire Department attended and worked for hours to control and extinguish the fire.

CURFEW BREACH

On April 19th, 2023 at 4:50 am, Chase RCMP conducted a curfew check at a residence in Chase. The subject was not at home and was therefore not in compliance with his release conditions.

On April 20th, 2023, Kirklen Petkau-Desjardin was charged with one count of Fail to Comply with Undertaking and remains in custody.

His next court appearance is May 1/23.

DAMAGE TO SORRENTO PARK

On April 19th, 2023, Chase RCMP were advised of ongoing issues at the Sorrento Blind Bay Park. On several occasions park equipment was purposely damaged, including smashed lights, overturned picnic tables and damage to washrooms. Video surveillance captured images of several people at the park between the hours of 11:30 pm and 3:00 am on multiple occasions. They are suspected to be teenagers and were on foot. Chase RCMP will be increasing patrols of the area.

BREAK AND ENTER

On April 19th, 2023 at 3:20 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of a residential break and enter in Chase. The caller reported his door was pried open and many belongings were missing. The missing items included expensive jewelry, ID’s, passports, and electronics. Police attended and conducted an investigation which resulted in the identification of a suspect. The following day, Police arrested a 34 year old man from Kamloops for break and enter and theft. He was released on an Undertaking with a future court date. All of the missing belongings were located by Police and returned to the homeowner.

FIGHT AT THE BEACH

On April 23rd, 2023 at 2:12 am, Chase RCMP received a 911 call from a female teenager reporting that she was being chased by another teenager, with a knife, after a fight at the Chase beach. Police responded and found the caller safe at home. The circumstances surrounding the fight are still under investigation. Chase RCMP are requesting that witnesses to the fight please contact the Chase RCMP Detachment at 250-679-3221. File number 2023-895.

UPDATE: DAMAGE TO BUSINESS

On February 8th, 2023 Chase RCMP were advised of mischief to a bathroom at a business in Chase. A considerable amount of damage was done for no apparent reason. With assistance from the public, a suspect was identified. On March 23rd, 2023, Alfred James Chouinard of Chase was charged with Mischief Under $5000.

Submitted by Chase RCMP

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Citizens on Patrol – Contributing and Caring

by Carolyn Parks-Mintz, Author and Journalist

It has been said it takes a village to raise a child. To that could be added it takes a community to preserve and protect a safe place to live. The Citizens on Patrol (COP) organization translates that belief into action.

The main goals of COP are:

• Deterrence through observation, documentation, and reporting, as a presence in communities

• Education of volunteer members

• Increase awareness of suspicious, unusual, or dangerous activities.

• The safety of well-trained members

• Enjoyment for its dedicated volunteers— taking short breaks, chatting with other patrollers, socializing

Chase COP has been functioning for many years, indeed for decades, serving the Village from the May long weekend to Halloween, followed by the Chase Country Christmas event.

President Joan Anderson has been a member of Citizens on Patrol for 17 years. When she joined, the local group consisted of 40 volunteers. Currently there are only about 11, with an additional three members in process. Joan advises that 25 are required. COP members age out at 80 years, and as with other segments of society and the workplace, many elderly Baby Boomers are retiring—from jobs and from contributing to causes they enjoy. With enough volunteers, members put in just four hours a month—however, the present limited number has resulted in doubling that time commitment and, unfortunately, also a decreased presence in the community.

COP President Joan reports that, in fact, there was considerably more criminal activity in the past than at present. Unfortunately, incidents posted on today’s social media are inaccurate and often do not reflect what actually may have taken place—thereby misrepresenting the local crime scene.

With regard to the reduction in street crime, in addition to the work of COP, the efforts of groups such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and their message have made a difference—as have the penalties, fines, and substantial increase in insurance rates if a driver is found to be behind the wheel while impaired by alcohol or drugs and charged. As well, a criminal record is known to lead to an extremely difficult life for the perpetrator. The prevalence of security cameras at residences and business may also have acted as deterrents to theft.

COP commitments consist of vehicle patrols, foot patrols, as well as speed and cell phone watches. At least twice a shift, its members traverse every street and alley in Chase. Volunteers are also a presence at community events such as Canada Day, Music on the Lake, and Cornstock. As additional ears and eyes for the RCMP, their efforts can prevent crime as well as eliminate suspects.

President Joan advises that it is essential to remove all visible valuables from vehicles and lock them. Criminals will not spend time trying to enter a locked car or truck. It’s the unlocked ones that provide money and/or items to be stolen.

Although the day-to-day operations of Chase Citizens on Patrol are directly supervised by the local RCMP detachment, COP is not designed to replace policing, but rather it allows police officers to concentrate their services on areas of potential crime.

Support of COP takes many forms within the community. In the past, ICBC and Sunflower Bicycle Repair have sponsored a large bicycle safety programme. Aylmer Road Storage provides gratis storage space for the organization. Meetings at 7:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month, April to November, are held free of charge at the Sunshore Golf Clubhouse, complete with coffee provided for attendees. As well, residents of

the Chabalos community in Chase generously save all their bottles and cans for COP to cash in twice a week, May to October. Each of the foregoing assists with the significant services provided by this important community group.

Volunteers state that the appreciation of the community and the sense of giving back to the village are particularly rewarding, as is the camaraderie amongst COP members. Likeminded individuals, accomplishing something that is needed, not only sustain the town, but also support one another.

COP qualifications and responsibilities are:

• volunteers 19 years of age or older

• resident of Chase or Chase business owner

• be of good character

• pass security screening through RCMP Criminal Record Check

• commit to the prevention of unlawful activity in Chase

• be able to contribute a minimum of four hours each month to the COP activity of choice

• participate fully in all training sessions

• follow all COP policies and procedures which includes upholding strict confidentiality

• maintain a positive and respectful presence in the community

Further information is available through the Chase RCMP (250.679.3221), by contacting Joan Anderson at 250.320.7472, and at the Chase Visitor Centre (250.670.8432 - 400 Shuswap Avenue) where COP applications are available.

Being a member of Chase Citizens on Patrol is a gratifying experience—as well, contributing to one’s community is genuinely enriching. And if joining the team isn’t possible, donations are always welcomed.

“COP” could well stand for “Caring, Observing & Protecting.” Thank you doesn’t really say enough!

THANK YOU CHASE!

The Rotary Food Drive held on Saturday April 22 was very successful. Our community of Chase is always so generous in helping those in need. We collected over 1300 pounds of food for the Chase Hamper Society. Thank you to Maureen Macdonald and the Hamper Society volunteers, and to the Chase Rotary members for picking up the bags!

Garbage Drop-Off Site at Curling Club Parking Lot

Please note that a garbage drop-off site is now available at the Chase Curling Rink parking lot (227 Willson Street). While the garbage truck is broken, residents and businesses can drop off garbage in sealed/ tied black garbage bags in large bins provided at the site.

For those who are unable to lift bags into large bins, designated areas are located near the bins to drop off garbage bags. Residents are also encouraged to consider neighbours who may not be able to take garbage to the temporary transfer site at the Curling Rink. Only garbage is currently accepted, and residents are asked to hang on to recycling until repairs are completed or further information is provided.

We apologize for the service interruption and appreciate your patience. Repairs to the garbage truck are being completed as quickly as possible.

Vehicles for Sale

For Sale: 1995 Ford F-450 Super Duty pickup truck without bed

This surplus vehicle is for sale with a minimum upset price of $1,000. We will accept sealed bids until 2:00 pm May 26, 2023. Bids will be accepted at the Village Office at 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase BC or via email at chase@ chasebc.ca.

This is a 1995 Ford F-450 Super Duty pickup truck without bed, dual rear wheels and 272,350 km. The sale is as-is, where-is.

Bids must be clearly marked “1995 Ford F-450”. The highest bid above $1,000 will be considered the successful bidder. The truck can be viewed by calling 250-679-3238 during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm) to schedule an appointment.

• For Sale: 1996 Chevrolet C3500 Flatbed, 1-ton pickup truck

This surplus vehicle is for sale with a minimum upset price of $1,500. We will accept sealed bids until 2:00 pm May 26, 2023. Bids will be accepted at the Village Office at 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase BC or via email at chase@chasebc.ca.

This is a 1996 Chevrolet C3500 Flatbed, 1-ton pickup truck with 162,900 km. The sale is as-is, where-is.

Bids must be clearly marked “1996 Chevrolet Flatbed”. The highest bid above $1,500 will be considered the successful bidder. The truck can be viewed by calling 250-679-3238 during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm) to schedule an appointment.

Community ‘Clean Up Green Up’ - Huge Success!

submitted Chase Environmental Action Society

The Chase Environmental Action Society [CEAS] had a very successful clean up on Tuesday and would like to send a big thank you to all the volunteers who helped pick up garbage along the Kamloops/ Shuswap Rd. And a special thank you to members of the Sunshine Club for all your help!

Our next clean up is along Shuswap

SUDOKU Easy

Ave - from the Chamber of Commerce west to the new highway.

If you can help, please meet across from A&W (railway tracks side) May 9, 10am. Please wear brightly coloured clothes, bring gloves, garbage bags (we do have a limited supply).

Hope to see you Tues., May 9, 10am!

Village of Chase NOTICE

May 2, 2023

Special (Budget) Meeting

Please note there will be a Special (Budget) Meeting of Council on May 2, 2023 at 4:00 pm at the Village office (826 Okanagan Avenue). The agenda (with Zoom login information) will be posted online at chasebc.ca and available at the Village office.

To receive agenda packages and Zoom login meeting information, please contact chase@chasebc. ca with the subject “Council Agendas”.

BUSINESS FOR SALE

- Shuswap Bargain Hunters

Well established and profitable retail store located on the main street of Chase, BC. Currently sells 95% brand new and 5% used varieties of merchandise. From furnishings, footwear, household, toys, pet supplies, kitchen essentials, electronics, jewellery, beauty care, construction materials, tools, exercise gear, home decor, hand bags, nail and hair items, seasonal, textiles, sports equipment and others.

I am selling all together the business model, shelving, inventory and a 2021 Royal Cargo Trailer (16’ dual axel), all for $70,000. Presently inventory inside the store has a total value of $80,000.00. Additional inventory, storage (monthly rent payments for the buyer to assume), access to suppliers, and logistics in the lower mainland all included. Store space is leased with the buyer having the opportunity to assume the lease. Or you can haul all of the inventory out of this store after you buy all.

Buying this profitable small business puts you in the driver’s seat with the ability to generate profit through store sales and internet marketing. Chase is a fun place to do business with the people being warm and friendly.

It was a tough decision to have to put my business up for sale but family needs require my attention elsewhere.