Chase Sunflower - February 17, 2023

Notice of Construction Adjacent to Scatchard Trail

Scatchard Trail access closed for approx 30 days

Public Notice

Project: Chase West to Chase Creek Bridge

Dates: February 16 – March 16, 2023

Duration of work: 30 days

Hours of work: 0700 – 1700h with no work on Sundays

Beginning on February 16th, 2023, there will be a 24-hour closure of the western access to the Scatchard Trail network (on the right looking towards the slope from the trailhead). This is a safety measure to support rock bolting for slide stabilization and is expected to be in place for approximately 30 days In addition to signage and closure tape at the trailhead and the first western switchback, CIF will maintain a 24-hour presence on the trail to monitor the work area and emergency access to the work area

Beginning on February 16th, 2023, there will be a 24-hour closure of western access to the Scatchard Trail network (on the right looking towards the slope from the trailhead). This is a safety measure to support rock bolting for slide stabilization and is expected to be in place for approximately

TRAIL CLOSURE AREA:

30 days. In addition to signage and closure tape at the trailhead and the first western switchback, CIF Construction will maintain a 24 hour presence on the trail to monitor the work area and emergency access to the work area.

During daylight hours, from the Village and the highway, you will see a scaling crew and equipment on ropes working from below the Scatchard Trail towards the base of the slope. Light plants at the top and bottom of the slope will be visible overnight.

During daylight hours, from the Village and the highway, you will see a scaling crew and equipment on ropes working from the below the Scatchard Trail towards the base of the slope. Light plants at the top and bottom of the slope will be visible overnight.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping CIF crews and the public safe. If you have questions, concerns or require further information, please contact Scott Fomenoff, Project Manager, at (250) 961-6685 or scott.fomenoff@cifcon.com

“SAVE THE TAX” NO GST OR PST SATURDAY FEB. 18th FOR WINTERFEST

CommunityBulletinEvents

Pritchard Ladies Group

Daffodil Tea to be held on April 1st, 2023 from 10:00 A M to 2:00 P M at the Pritchard Community Hall on Duck Ranch Road

Pritchard. Crafts, bake table, lunches and in house raffles. For table rentals please call April Stewart @ 250-577-3798

CHASE CURLING

CLUB PANCAKE

BREAKFASTSaturday February 18th, 2023 8am to 11am, $10 for 12years and older, $5 for children 6 to 12years, Children under 6 years free Pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, juice

Please help us start a Lego Club at the Chase

Library!

We’re seeking lightly used or new Lego, so we can offer a free program for families to design, build and create together. Donations can be dropped off at the Chase library during regular hours. Questions?: chalib@ tnrd.ca / 250-679-3331

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. Feb. 20 - 6-930pm - League Darts 7:30pm

Tues. Feb. 21 - open 2 pm - 6 pm, fun pool, fun darts, free meat draws

Wed. Feb. 22 - CLOSED

Thurs. Feb. 23 - open - 6-9:30pm7:30pm League Darts

Fri. Feb 24 - open 1:30pm - 8 pm - Ladies fun darts, Friday nite dinner Pork Cutlets. 5pm to 7pm

Sat. Feb 25 - open at 11am for Variety

Show of Hearts darts and auction! Meat draw and 50/50

Sun. Feb. 26 - CLOSED

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

Andy & Billie Phillips $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

Churches of Chase

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 Church Service

at 10 am

Chase Evangelical Free Church295 Shuswap Ave

Physical Gathering

Suspended in response to Provincial Health Order, Online Gatherings

at

Accessible at www.ChaseChurch.com

250 679 1676 or Tyler@ChaseChurch.com

Shuswap Community Church Outdoor Services

10am, Sunday @ Memorial Park Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca for more info.

Join us Sunday morning at 10am @ The Chase Community Hall. Visit www.aplacetobelong.ca or more info call: (778) 824-0383

email: spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Call: (778) 824-0383

Email: Spencer@ aplacetobelong.ca

Council Highlights

February 14th, 2023 Regular Meeting

submitted by Village of Chase

The Regular Meeting of Council was held on February 14, 2023 at the Village office and via Zoom. 15 people attended inperson and 3 people attended virtually.

The agenda was adopted with an additional delegation to hear from the Chase Lions Club regarding proposed public washrooms in the downtown area.

Public Input on Current Agenda Items

Carolyn Parks-Mintz of 813 Okanagan Avenue stated that she and her husband James Mintz fully support the work of the Chase Environmental Action Society and look forward to seeing what Council does with the proposal for a committee.

James Mintz of 813 Okanagan Avenue raised concerns about the Coburn Bridge restricting vehicles of certain weights as this would restrict the Fire Truck from travelling over the bridge, increasing response time to a number of properties. The Corporate Officer confirmed that emergency vehicles would be exempt from weight restrictions on that bridge.

Steve Scott of 636 Hysop Place asked about the process for the disposition of vehicles, wanting to know if the upset price would be advertised. The Corporate Officer confirmed that the upset price would be included in the advertising of the vehicles.

Delegations

Barry Kennedy, Sergeant, Chase Detachment RCMP

Sergeant Kennedy provided an overview of the number of calls to the detachment over the past three years, noting that the Chase detachment is at full strength, that calls for service for the entire detachment have not changed much over the past three years and that there has been an increase in calls relating to property crime. He added

that the current Crown policy of ‘catch and release’ is causing repeat offenses and reducing the RCMP’s effectiveness. He stated that Chase members have lots of positive interactions with the students at the schools, road safety efforts seem to be working, and $10,000 has been allocated for patrols during community events to provide more visibility. He introduced Staff Sergeant Shaun Begg, the NCO for the South East District, praised the volunteers including Citizens on Patrol and those who assist with Victim Services, and noted that there are 2 reservists that are available periodically to assist the local detachment.

Chase Environmental Action Society –Angie McLaren and Anne Grube provided a review of what the previous Council had done relating to Climate change including declaring a climate emergency. The asked that Council consider forming a committee with Council members, CEAS members and members from the public to promote climate change mitigation measures in Chase.

Chase Lions Club – Public Washrooms

– Karen Bassett, president of the Chase Lions Club showed pictures of vault-type concrete washroom buildings, noted that the club has allocated $60,000 toward this proposed project, and recommended that Council consider working with the Lions to purchase and place one or two washroom buildings in the downtown area such as in Willson Park or near the Clock Tower at the corner of Shuswap Avenue and Hillside. The ‘pocket park’ was raised as a location but because it is not owned by the Village it may not be appropriate.

Council members reported on their Council related activities since the last Council meeting. Continued on page 5...

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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.

Obituary

Paul B. Lamoureux

1941 - 2023

Paul passed away peacefully holding hands with wife Anne. He leaves his four children Yvette, Paul, Jackie, Michael + families, and stepdaughters Jackie and Katrina and granddaughter Jackie.

He was always happy with his job at Advance Sheet Metal and missed the friends he had there when he retired.

He was proud to serve as President of the Chase Legion and enjoyed the work involved and all the friends and neighbours in the Village that he loved.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Kamloops Hospice Associations or Chase Legion are appreciated.

Memorial will be held at Chase Legion on March 11th at 12 noon.

phone: 250-320-3050

email: info@chasesunflower.ca 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase $5/20 words

SERVICES OFFERED

Fruit tree pruning - 20 yrs experience licensed and insured. Jonnie 2503185237

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

BUYING UNWANTED JEWELRY, coins, 9999 bullion, Sterling Silverware, coin collections, old money, nuggets, gold, silver, platinum. Todd 250-864-3521

CASH FOR 9999 SILVER BULLION! ALSO PURCHASING COINS, BARS, INGOTS, PRE 1968 coins, coin collections, jewelry, gold, nuggets, sterling +++. Todd 250-864-3521

FOR SALE

Electric Recliner, covered in a brown fabric, in excellent condition.

$600 negotiable. Allan at 250-6793753

Village of Chase Permanent Employment Opportunity

Full-time Receptionist/Cashier

AGENDA

Special Meeting of the Council of the Village in Room A at the Chase Community Hall on Tuesday, November

The Village of Chase is seeking a customer focused, team-oriented Receptionist/Cashier to join their finance team.

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA

Resolution:

“THAT the agenda for the November 22, 2022 Special adopted as presented.”

3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES None

You will be responsible for front line customer service and cashier duties. The primary duties will include customer interactions, processing receipts for a variety of payments, providing information and assistance to the public on enquires relating to fees, charges, property taxes and utilities and other related duties which support the needs of the finance department.

4. PUBLIC HEARINGS None

5. PUBLIC INPUT ON CURRENT AGENDA ITEMS

6. DELEGATIONS

None

7. REPORTS No reports

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Receptionist/Cashier will work collaboratively with the finance department as part of a team striving to provide exceptional customer service to taxpayers of Chase. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday work week, (35 hours per week), unionized position with a comprehensive benefits plan, as per the terms of the Collective Agreement.

8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None

9. NEW BUSINESS

None

10. NOTICE OF MOTION

11. IN CAMERA

The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented individual committed to exceptional customer service with proven skills and experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. In this role you will be responsible for receiving, processing, and balancing all types of payment, (cash, cheque, credit card and electronic) for a variety of accounts. You will provide information and assistance to the public and perform accounting, clerical and filing support in the office.

“THAT Council recess to an In Camera meeting pursuant security of the property of the municipality.”

12. RELEASE OF IN CAMERA ITEMS

None

13. ADJOURNMENT

Resolution:

The successful candidate will have a minimum Grade 12 education, experience working in an office environment, possess a working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices, be competent with computers and relevant software specifically MS Office, and possess experience performing a variety of clerical and cashiering tasks. The candidate will demonstrate professionalism, carry a good work ethic and will be able to successfully multi-task, with minimal supervision.

“THAT the November 22, 2022 Village of Chase Special adjourned.”

The wage for this position is $22.26 per hour, as per the collective agreement, with a six (6) month probationary period.

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 was posted internally for five (5) working days, being made available to all Village of Chase Bargaining Unit employees before being advertised externally.

Resumes, held in confidence will be received by the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m., Thursday, February 23, 2023. Please submit your application to Deb Lovin, CFO by email to cfo@chasebc.ca, by mail to PO Box 440, Chase, BC V0E 1M0 or in person at 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC.

The Village wishes to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Dated this 17th day of February 2023

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Council Meeting Highlights

The Corporate Officer noted that due to the recent rock slide at the highway construction site, the lower portion of the Scatchard Mountain switchback trail will be closed for a number of weeks while the slide mitigation is underway.

Letter from Chase Environmental Action Society requesting Council consider striking a committee – A motion was passed to appoint Councillor Herman as a liaison to sit on a committee and that staff bring back more information regarding options for types of committee structures.

Letter from Carolyn Parks-Mintz and James Mintz, Re: the proceeds of the sale of the surplus fire truck. Council received the letter as information.

Coburn Bridge Condition Report. Council passed a resolution to proceed with load posting and regular bridge maintenance for 2023 and Administration was directed to look for grant opportunities that support bridge repairs or replacement.

Disposition of Surplus Public Works Vehicles. Council approved the disposition of three surplus Public Works vehicles which will be advertised using a closedbidding process and a minimum upset price for each vehicle.

Special Budget Meeting –February 21, 2023

Please be advised that a Special Meeting of the Village of Chase Council will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 4:00 pm at the Village office (826 Okanagan Avenue) to discuss utility rates (water, wastewater and solid waste).

For more information, please visit www.chasebc.ca

Letter from Zilly Palamar, Re: 2023 Budget Ideas. Council received a letter from Zilly Palamar for information.

Letter from Larry Walker, Re: 2023 Budget Ideas. Council received the letter from Larry Walker for information.

With no further business, the Council meeting concluded at 5:24 p.m.

For more information regarding Council’s meetings, please go to the Village’s website at https:// chasebc.ca/council/ minutes-agendas/.

The next Regular Meeting of Council is scheduled to start at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at the Village office (826 Okanagan Avenue) and via Zoom.

All inclusive, home cooked meals, housekeeping, 24 hr on-site staff and social calendar.

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

NEED JUNK REMOVED? DUMP RUNS?

Friendly Discrete Reliable Bill Currie 250-463-2101

CHASE HAMPER SOCIETY EMERGENCY HELP

250-682-6155

All your Civil & Oil+Gas Inspection Needs Armstrong Inspections 778-362-1606

Todd “Gold Silver Guy”

250-864-3521

Buying coins, coin collections, jewelry, GOLD, SILVER, BULLION +

Pete’s Pizza & Pasta

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

Duck Range Plumbing & Heating

Your Local Gas, Heating, and Cooling Specialist 250-214-0539

Village Fitness Gym & Tanning 630 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC (250-679-5377

ALM Mobile RV

Certified RV Tech - Gas Certified & Bonded 250-308-9022 AlmmobileRV@gmail.com

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

Word Search - CHOCOLATE

What did the janitor shout when he jumped out of the closet? SUPPLIES !

My dog hates holograms. They make no scents!

Chase Four Laning Project – Construction and Traffic Updates

February 2023

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure project team wishes to provide the public with updates on key project activities, construction, and traffic impacts to keep locals and highway users informed as the project progresses. These updates can be found on the project website www.gov.bc.ca/bchwy1-chase.

Current & Upcoming Activities

Segment Area

Impacts

Chase West A-D Highway through traffic

Description of Activity

Seasonal shutdown, work will recommence in Spring 2023 when weather permits Highway 1 open with two paved lanes at 80km/h Minor work with limited traffic impacts including additional signage through the project. Contractor to re-apply line marking pending dryer and warmer weather.

Status

Chase West:

Minor construction activity, expected completion Spring 2023

Chase East: Construction Activity on Hwy 1, expected completion Fall 2023.

Know Before You Go

gov.bc.ca/bchwy1-advisory www.DriveBC.ca

Project Employment Opportunities

To apply for work on either phase of the project please visit www.bcib.ca

Have a Question?

Ministry of Transportation: Greg Jones 778-945-6153

chasefourlaning@gov.bc.ca

Chase East E Highway through traffic

Blasting continues between 1300h – 1500h Expect closures of up to 20 mins in both directions along Hwy 1 as weather permits

Chase East F Village Roads Winter shutdown. Work will recommence in Spring 2023.

Chase East G Coburn Street Access Coburn Street access closed. Notice to be provided when reopening will occur.

Chase West Contractor: Dawson Civil Ltd. Chris Cooper 250-374-3657

ccooper@dawsoncivil.ca

Chase East Contractor: CIF Construction Ltd. Scott Fomenoff 778‐835‐5357

scott.fomenoff@cifcon.com

WINTERFEST

Saturday, February 18th

Winterfest 2023

Schedule of Events

Chase Curling Rink: 8am-11am

Full Pancake Breakfast

Community Hall: 10am -1pm

Cooking Decorating

Cookie Decorating

Crafts downstairs 11am-1pm

Chili Cookoff Contest

Former Nationwide Building: 10am - 2pm

Craft Fair, Raffles, 50/50

Former Tru Value Building: 10am-1pm

More Kids Crafts

Shuswap Ave right on the street: 10am-3pm

Shuswap skating club with Calzones & hotdogs

Chase Grads Cooking hamburgers and Coco

DJ Jacob will be keeping us rocking uptown

Inflatable obstacle course

Lions S’mores & Cotton candy by donation

Street chalk coloring

Cake walk 12-1pm

Smoosh Races 1-2pm

Outhouse Races 2-3pm

Bring your lawnchair uptown Eat and enjoy the festivities