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The Merritt airport has received a grant to cover a number of ongoing expenses.

The Merritt Centennials have officially kicked off their 2021 BCHL season.

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CULTURAL LEADERSHIP

Shackan resident in running for Lytton First Nation council

Amanda Adams would like to get her chance to give back to her community.

Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER

Amanda Adams was surprised to find out that she was in the running to become one of Lytton First Nation’s newest councillors in the upcoming election.

“This was a surprise, I was nominated by my community,” said Adams.

“I have accepted this learning opportunity and am grateful that our community believes in me.”

Adams was born and raised in Lytton, a community that she holds near and dear in her heart, but now resides in the Nicola Valley, where her maternal grandfather was originally from.

“I’m currently residing in one of five of our Nicola Valley communities at Shackan Indian Band,” said Adams.

“I’ve been in the Nicola Valley since 2013.”

Pursuing her education brought Adams the 100 km from the community of Lytton, which is home to just under 2,000 people in the village, surrounding area and local reserves, to Merritt.

“I graduated from NVIT in 2014 with my Environmental Resources Technology (ERT) Certificate and Diploma,” explained Adams, who soon realized that she was drawn to

work with youth.

“In September of 2020, I started with our local School District No. 58 NicolaSimilkameen as a First Nations Support Worker for Nicola Canford Elementary School and Merritt Secondary School. This is my happy place. Learning, growing and sharing our cultural teachings of Nlaka’pamux with our youth. I learn from our youth, by listening and advocating for them.”

If elected, Adams believes

that being a councillor will allow her to provide for her community, but also to continue her own journey of personal growth.

“My hopes are to continue to learn, grow and share our cultural knowledge to keep it thriving,” said Adams.

“My priorities will be the well-being of our community and our Nation Nlaka’pamux. My hopes are to create unity and transparency where needed.”

Of equal importance to

Adams is ensuring that all members of the Lytton First Nation and Nlaka’pamux community are equally represented.

“I would ensure that offreserve band members have the same amount of services and support for them as on reserve members have.”

Adams, who formerly operated a cultural giftshop in Merritt alongside partner Jordan Joe, Nlaka’pamux Creations, understands how to blend modern living with traditional teachings, and how to remain grounded when confronted with the day-to-day issues which face young adults and indigenous people.

Spending time with her family, as well as harvesting traditional medicines and engaging in Nlaka’pamux practices of healing and living, are strengths Adams credits with her successes so far.

“Healing and growing is a part of living; you cannot truly live without shedding the unwanted,” Adams explained.

“We all have feelings that no longer serve us. By going to our water, praying and washing off, I’m healing. I recognize that I’m hurting, and I chose to surrender to our traditional medicines and smudging. I wash off, smudge, pray and am blessed to be alive. I endured and overcame a lot of trauma, not the healthy way either. I used to turn to alcohol to mask and numb my pain. Now I’m stronger and I love.”

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to meet with Mayor Brown every YOU’RE INVITED! Wednesday 10:00 to meetfrom with Mayor Brownam everyto 1:00 pm

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE City Meetings have resumed residents are All Council City Council Meetings will nowin-person be held and online with live Regular Council Meeting June 11, 2019 strongly encouraged to watch online via www.merritt.ca streaming links available at www.merritt.ca and on the City

April - Economic Development Committee Meeting - 3:00 PM of 14 Merritt social media channels.

Public questions/ Regular Council Meeting - Juneinput 25, 2019 April 15 - Airport Committee Meeting - 10:00 AM information can be submitted prior to the Council

Regular Council Meeting - July 9, 2019

meetings to communications@merritt.ca April 20 - Regular Council Meeting - 6:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting - July 23, 2019 Regular Council Meeting - August 4 - 7 pm

2021 SPRING Regular Council Meeting - August 18 - 7 pm ACTIVITY GUIDE NOW EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The City of Merritt would like to invite Nicola Valley Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of CASUAL LIFEGUARD/ residents to view the 2021 Spring Activity Guide to INSTRUCTOR I. help maintain active lifestyles while keeping safe.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC TUESDAY 4th, For complete HEARING details, visit Cityon of Merritt website atAugust www.merritt.ca

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in Council the Mayor’s Office at floor), 2185 VoghtStreet Street In Chambers atCity CityHall Hall (second (First Floor), 2185 Voght

Wednesday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

These appointments are available in-person, but phone and In-person meetings areHall currently paused, phone in the Mayor’s Office at City (second floor), but 2185 Voghtand Street. video calls calls are are encouraged encouraged to to discuss discuss issues issues and and opportunities. opportunities. video

Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say250-378-8634 hello and discuss Booking an appointment ahead of time is required by calling

issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses.

If you would like to schedule a particular time to meet with the Mayor please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8614

PLEASE NOTECLEAN-UP A NOTICE OF PUBLIC CITY-WIDE GARBAGE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY HEARING SCHEDULED FOR

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of PUBLIC WORKS SEASONAL LABOURER.

AUGUST 4, 2020 AT 7:00 PM IS ON PAGE 5

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing educationisand qualifications, andthat proof of andwill licenses be accepted prior to Notice hereby given a required Publiceducation Hearing be will held on Tuesday 4:00 p.m.

Friday, July 12, 2019 by: August 4th, 2020 in the Council Chambers Public Noticeat Merritt City Hall, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager DISPOSITION LAND PO Box 189, 21852284, Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 OrOF by email: cfraser@merritt.ca Zoning Bylaw 2020.

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Monday, July 08, 2019 by:

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be The City Merritt gives notice, pursuant to sections 26 and 94documents of the Community Acontacted. copy ofofthe proposed the Bylaw and other relevant may be Charter that it intends to dispose of the hours land legally described Lot 10 of on Block 6 Plan viewed during normal business of 8:30 am toas4:30 pm Thursday Date Posted: Monday, June001-752-791) 17, 2019 KAP1219 DL 125 LD 25 (PID July 23rd to Tuesday August 4th, 2020 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt Posting Expires: Friday, July 12, 2019 BC, or online at www.merritt.ca SUBJECT PROPERTY:

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Merritt Public Works Department will be completing a City-wide garbage clean-up

Lot 10 of Block 6 Plan KAP1219 DL 125 LD 25 (PID 001-752-791)

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be given the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, WHAT: Summer Nights Market or by written submission, onMerritt all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw.

WHEN: every Friday June 28th to August 30th 5:00pm to 10:00pm If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be \ WHERE: 2000-2100 Block Quilchena Avenue received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY, JULY 30th, 2020, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.

Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Don McArthur, Planning & Development Services Manager dmcarthur@merritt.ca PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 All submissions must include your name and street address. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning & Development Services Manager at 250-378-8620 or at dmcarthur@merritt. ca

The City intends to dispose of the land in the form of sale in fee simple. The property is not available for public acquisition, and is to be disposed to Geoff and Elaine Scholtens of 1599 Main St, Merritt, BC. The City also provides notice that it intends to register a right of way in favour of the City of Merritt along the river bank as in the image above.

Community Policing Office Reopens

TheMonday, proposed July consideration to be received the land is $5,136.16.Policing Due to theOffice As of 27th, 2020 the City offorMerritt Community encroachment on the property by the Coldwater River rendering a large portion of the (CPO) will reopen to the public. The Community Policing Office will be open parcel unusable for residential purposes, and the intention to provide a statutory right of by appointment for fair bike registrations, crime prevention information, way, this is believed only to reflect market value. and program inquiries.

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Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

from April 6th until April 12th, The City would like to encourage citizens to join the Public Date Posted: Friday, June 2021.

21, 2019 Works team to help keep our community clean.

Posting Expires: Monday, July 08, 2019

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE CENTRAL PARK CONCESSION WHAT: MSS GRAD WALK WHEN: June 20, 2019 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm WHERE: Merritt Senior Secondary High School to Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Requests for expressions of interest are invited to submit proposals to operate a City-owned commercial concession facility. Submission: Should be directed to smckeown@merritt.ca or the following address: Sky McKeown, Recreation and Facilities Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 Phone: (250) 378-4224 Site Visit: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 31st, 2021 at the Central Park Concession located at 2975 Voght St., Merritt, BC. Deadline for submissions is April 8th, 2021.

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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

WHEN: June 21, 2019 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm WHERE: Merritt Rotary Park (2000 Block of Voght Street) to Merritt Civic Centre (1950 Mamette Avenue) NOTE: Parking will be reserved at Rotary Park and the Church from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on June 22, 2019

WATERING RESTRICTIONS

6:00AM - 8:00AM and 7:00PM - 10:00PM EVEN ADDRESSES Mon/Wed/Fri ODD ADDRESSES Tues/Thurs/Sat ROAD SWEEPING & LINE PAINTING AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS: 31 PROGRAM • MARCH 15 – MAY The City of Merritt Road Sweeping Program will on commence full-time your respective days starting Monday, March 15th. Citizens can expect to see the road sweeper out in mid-March, however, the temperatures aremidnight required to to 4:00 AM be above zero degrees for the sweeper to work due to the sweeper utilizing water. This program will continue for approximately one month *NO SPRINKLING SUNDAYS to prepare for the line painting contractor to complete all of the street line painting throughout the City of Merritt. Residents can ST expect to Effective Mayin1May. to 30TH see the line painters mobilizing throughout Merritt The September line

Requests for expressions of interest are invited to submit proposals to operate a City-owned commercial concession facility. Submission: Should be directed to smckeown@merritt.ca or the following address: Sky McKeown, Recreation and Facilities Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 Phone: (250) 378-4224 Site Visit: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 31st, 2021 at the Central Park Concession located at 2975 Voght St., Merritt, BC. Deadline for submissions is April 8th, 2021.

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Adams: “I will lead with my heart and mind” From Page 3 the practice of traditional medicines once she had made the move to Merritt, which offers many opportunities with its many lakes, creeks, rivers and pristine natural grasslands.

“I started harvesting sage and other traditional medicines for smudging, making medicine bags for friends and family. Now I’m harvesting cottonwood buds and we make a salve for those that are in need of it. I like to learn as much as I can, to share with

our youth, friends, family and anyone willing to learn.”

Voting in the Lytton First Nations Band election will take place from 9am to 8pm on Wed. April 21 at the Lytton Memorial Hall.

“We all have different perspectives and uniqueness which are valuable,” said Adams.

“I will lead with my heart and mind. I will continue to learn, grow and become the person I’m meant to be. Our father has dedicated decades to our community, I hope I have the opportunity to be the leader our community deserves.”

Online booking system now available for COVID-19 vaccinations

After a long and arduous process, British Columbians can now book their COVID-19 vaccinations online.

As of 8a.m. on the morning of Tues.

April 6, the provincial government’s “Get Vaccinated” website is now active. People now born in 1950 and before (71 years old and older), Indigenous peoples 18 and older, and those that are medically extremely vulnerable that have received an invitation letter to book can use the online system.

“British Columbians faced the countless challenges of this past year with incredible courage,” said B.C. Premier John Horgan.

“Today marks a major milestone in our fight against COVID-19, and we ask everyone to wait their turn and follow three steps to help put this pandemic behind us.”

The three step progress begins with registering online to receive a confirmation code. The register will then receive an email, text or phone call confirming their eligibility, and can then book an appoint-

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The online booking system is only for the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines. To date, along with the AstraZeneca vaccine, around 900,000 inoculations have been administered in British Columbia.

“The more people we can protect with vaccines, the more protection is extended to our communities, our province and Canada as a whole,” said Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer.

“We know this virus is constantly changing and some of the new variants can spread more easily, but the same measures we know can still stop the spread and we have safe and effective vaccines on our side now. It is more important than ever to stay on track with our vaccination programs, continue to use all our layers of protection all the time and follow the provincial health orders and guidelines.”

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EDITORIAL

Remembering Humboldt

For the second week in a row, this will be a reminiscing column.

It was three years ago this past Wednesday that the JAKE COURTEPATTE hockey world HERALD was shocked EDITOR by the horrific Humboldt Broncos bus crash.

Like most Canadians, the crash truly hit home for me. Prior to coming to Merritt, I was a sports reporter in Ontario covering a number of junior hockey teams.

Junior hockey players are some of the most humble, polite, and hardworking young men in sport. To hear of ten of their lives suddenly wiped out in an instant just seemed unfathomable.

Though the players who perished earned the majority of the media attention, there were six other hardworking staff that lost their lives that day: A young woman serving as the athletic therapist, two coaches, one play-by-play announcer, a statistician, and the bus driver.

As can be expected, hockey teams around the nation reminded the public of the three-year anniversary through their online platforms on Wednesday. It is one of those events that will truly never be forgotten in this nation, whether one is a sports fan or not.

Though financial compensation can never bring back a loved one, one only needs to remember how much the GoFundMe campaign raised for the families of both the perished and survived brought in. Canadians opened their wallets to the tune of $15.1-million, breaking a Canadian record.

The green, yellow and white of the Broncos will always be a part of Canadian lore.

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Tax payer-funded alcohol a problem at TNRD

Club members continue to fight Editor, for public access to lakes.

Kudos to Mel Rothenburger and the rest

this disgusting issue, it just blows my mind that there are still a few members that are opposed to putting sanctions on funding alcohol consumption paid for by tax payers. This per diem for expenses for delegates to cover hotel expenses and meals is sensible. It bothers me very much that there are a couple delegates that are so angry that they believe they have the right to take that money for the sole purpose of drunken stupidity. If a person believes that they get that per diem and nobody can tell them they have to purchase food with it and they can choose to use all that expense money to purchase drink rather than spend money on

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2021 at 6:00PM Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 with respect to the below proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw amendmens. Due to COVID-19, the hearing will be livestreamed on the City of Merritt website (www. merritt.ca). Written or electronic submissions can be made by prior to April 16th at 12 noon.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

SUBJECT PROPERTY: KAP33801 A PID 003-084-141 – Merritt Airport (Saunders Field) and west-adjacent properties.

Public Hearing.

Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Email: publichearings@merritt.ca In Person: City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Monday to Friday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm April 7th to April 16th Mail: PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 Subject Line: For Inclusion in Public Hearing Agenda Attn: Greg Lowis, Director of Corporate Services Electronic submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Save the video or audio recording to a USB drive and drop it off at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, from April 7th to April 16th, 2021 between the hours of 10:00 am – 12:00 pm; or Upload to a public video sharing site and email the link for that submission to publichearings@merritt.ca or Send a direct message in written, video, or audio form to the City of Merritt Facebook account (www.facebook.com/CityofMerritt) that clearly states it is for inclusion at the 2640 Spring Bank Ave Public Hearing on April 20th, 2021; or Telephone City Hall at 250-378-8634 and leave a voicemail that clearly states it is a submission for inclusion at the 2640 Spring Bank Ave Public Hearing on April 20th, 2021.

Official Community Plan: Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2116, 2011 is amended to remove bullet point 5 of section 5.4.11.2, and renumbering accordingly: “.5 Restrict airside access for properties directly adjacent to the west side of the Airport runway.

Airside access will only be permitted from the east side of the runway.”

A copy of the proposed Bylaw amendments may be viewed Monday to Friday 10:00am to 12:00pm from April 7th to April 20th, 2021 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at any time at www. merritt.ca Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be given the opportunity by written or electronic submissions on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw amendments. Submissions must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM FRIDAY April 16th, to ensure their availability to Council at the

Please note that electronic submissions may result in personal data being stored outside of Canada, and not being subject to Canadian laws on data protection, privacy, and access. If you do not wish to risk this, please make a written submission.

All electronic submissions will be acknowledged.

If you do not receive an acknowledgement of a submission, please contact City Hall to arrange for re-submission, or an alternative method.

No letter, video, report, or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8634 or glowis@merritt.ca This Notice is published in accordance with Section 466 of the Local Government Act. Note: this is the first of two consecutive Public Notices.

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Merritt airport to receive provincial grant “We know inter-city bus companies and regional airports were in critical need of funding to keep their operations going during COVID-19. With this investment, inter-city buses and regional airports will now have the funding they need to continue operating and serving people.”

The province issued a onetime investment, providing $6.2 million to inter-city bus operators and $16.5 million to regional airports, supporting operations between April 1, 2021 and March 31, 2022.

Merritt airport falls under ‘Category D’ and will receive $90,000.

“I am delighted that the City of Merritt has received a $90,000 grant, specifically, the COVID19 Airport Relief Grant, from the provincial government to support airport operations,” said Merritt City Councillor Kurt Christopherson, Airport Advisory Committee Chair.

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The Merritt airport will receive $90,000 from the grant to cover operating expenses and maintenance.

Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Merritt is one of 55 regional airports that will receive funding through a new grant program aimed at keeping small airports operational and providing essential transportation services.

“Our government is working to keep vital services operating during this unprecedented time, and this funding will help British Columbians – especially those in rural areas of the province – have a safe and reliable way to travel to essential appointments,” said Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure.

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Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Students at Bench Elementary were determined to spread kindness throughout the community, and did so by making kindness themed bookmarks and tiles as a class project.

As a result of Kindness Week, which runs from Feb. 14 – 20, the School District informed local schools that they could apply for a grant of up to $500 if they wanted to do a ‘Kindness Project’.

“We racked our brains for a long time and had lots of different ideas,” said teacher Tanis Kanigan.

“Especially with COVID, we couldn’t go on visits at the old folks’ home or send things there or anything, so we came up with this idea of doing the tiles.”

The class had earlier kicked off their kindness enterprise by writing letters and drawing pictures which were then placed on posterboard and delivered around town. From this the idea to decorate ceramic tiles evolved.

Many were made by Kanigan’s grade one class, but some were sent to other classrooms and other grade one students in the district as well. The same businesses and organizations that had received letters were also happy to take part.

“We took them to City Hall, and we took them to the Save-On staff and Extra Foods, the police station, fire hall, and the school board office,” said Kanigan.

“They all did tiles, and they were

beautiful. We just asked them to write, or draw, or a combination of both, a message of kindness.”

Taylor Morrison, who was completing her teaching practicum in Kanigan’s class, said that the students had very creative ideas for how to express kindness through art.

“They were so receptive, they were all excited,” said Morrison.

“They’re just grade one, but they had ideas for what they would write right away. Little sayings like be loving or be kind to pets. It was neat to hear them have such great ideas.”

When all of the tiles, which had been drawn and written on with permanent marker and then baked, were returned, Morrison and Kanigan put their heads together to come up with a way to share them more widely with the community.

Eventually, they settled on the idea of ‘Kindness Boards’, which was partly inspired by the Walk of Grads that took place around Merritt last year.

“I just loved that, I thought it was pretty cool that you could go and see all the grad pictures,” explained Kanigan.

The finished boards were placed around town with two at Extra Foods, three at Save-On Foods, one at City Hall and one at the School Board office.

Save-On Foods donated Oreos and a gift card to the school as a thank you for students who took part, but Kanigan said

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POLICE FILES Kamloops man charged after regional crime spree Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Criminal charges have been approved against a Kamloops man accused of carrying out a crime spree and committing numerous offences across the Thompson Nicola region earlier this month.

On April 1, 2021 the Herald reported on an incident involving the suspect and both Logan Lake and Merritt RCMP. Logan Lake RCMP were alerted to a suspicious vehicle on April 1, 2021,

which was eventually located in the Logan Lake Library parking lot with a single male occupant.

When the police attempted to stop the vehicle, it fled from them at a high rate of speed. RCMP later determined that the vehicle was stolen.

Logan Lake RCMP located the suspect and stolen vehicle a short time later at a private residence in the 8500 block of Highway 97C. The suspect had broken into the residence and stolen an RV motorhome, after which they again fled from police,

Kindness boards a hit with students From Page 10 that nothing was expected in return for the boards.

“We just hope people stop and read them and smile,” said Kanigan.

Inspired by the success of this project, and expanding on the theme of kindness, Morrison decided to get students together for another activity.

“As an extracurricular, I started a Kindness Club to go along with Kindness Week,” explained Morrison.

“I had about 15 students in the club, we met at lunch time, and they made bookmarks that had different sayings of kindness and pictures of kindness.”

Morrison then added ribbons to the bookmarks, laminated them and delivered them to the library.

“And then anyone that went to the library and needed to

be cheered up or was checking out a book could also take a bookmark.

The librarian said that it was very well received, and people loved the bookmarks.”

About 30 bookmarks were put out for library patrons, and these quickly

made their way to new homes. As a thank you, the library provided a gift for each student who was a member of the Kindness Club, as a way of showing the children that “kindness pays it forward”.

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Many people are unaware that children should visit the dentist early in their lives.

Primary teeth may eventually fall out, but they shouldn’t be ignored. They save space for permanent teeth and serve other functions. Therefore, parents should begin to acclimate children to the dentist at a young age to make the experience fun and even enjoyable.

Lead by example: Children who witness their parents putting off going to the dentist or being apprehensive about visiting the dentist may develop their own fears. Always paint the dentist in a positive light and keep appointments.

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SUBJECT PROPERTY: LOT 3 DISTRICT LOT 121 KAMLOOPS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT PLAN KAP58641, 2640 Spring Bank Ave.

be given the opportunity by written or electronic submissions on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw amendments. Submissions must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM FRIDAY April 16th, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.

Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Email: publichearings@merritt.ca In Person: City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Monday to Friday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm April 7th to April 16th Mail: PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 Subject Line: For Inclusion in Public Hearing Agenda Attn: Greg Lowis, Director of Corporate Services Electronic submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Save the video or audio recording to a USB drive and drop it off at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, from April 7th to April 16th, 2021 between the hours of 10:00 am – 12:00 pm; or Upload to a public video sharing site and email the link for that submission to publichearings@ merritt.ca or Send a direct message in written, video, or audio form to the City of Merritt Facebook account (www.facebook. com/CityofMerritt) that clearly states it is for inclusion at the 2640 Spring Bank Ave Public Hearing on April 20th, 2021; or

Official Community Plan: The Official Community Plan Land Use Designation Map for North Nicola is amended to change the parcel legally described as Lot 3 District Lot 121 Kamloops Division Yale District Plan KAP58641, PID: 023-698-454 (2640 Spring Bank Avenue) from “Future Development” to “Residential”.

Zoning Bylaw: That the Official Zoning Map, being Schedule “A” of the City of Merritt Zoning Bylaw No. 2284, 2020, is amended by changing the designation of the parcel legally described as Lot 3 District Lot 121 Kamloops Division Yale District Plan KAP58641, PID: 023-698-454 (2640 Spring Bank Avenue) from “Institutional and Public Use (P2)” to “High Density Residential (R8)”.

A copy of the proposed Bylaw amendments may be viewed Monday to Friday 10:00am to 12:00pm from April 7th to April 20th, 2021 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at any time at www.merritt.ca Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will

Telephone City Hall at 250-378-8634 and leave a voicemail that clearly states it is a submission for inclusion at the 2640 Spring Bank Ave Public Hearing on April 20th, 2021.

Please note that electronic submissions may result in personal data being stored outside of Canada, and not being subject to Canadian laws on data protection, privacy, and access. If you do not wish to risk this, please make a written submission. All electronic submissions will be acknowledged. If you do not receive an acknowledgement of a submission, please contact City Hall to arrange for re-submission, or an alternative method.

No letter, video, report, or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8634 or glowis@merritt.ca This Notice is published in accordance with Section 466 of the Local Government Act. Note: this is the first of two consecutive Public Notices.

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Cents drop first two games of BCHL pod season Play-by-play announcer Jared Thomas recaps the first few games of the Merritt Centennials’ 2021 BCHL season.

GAME 1: CENTENNIALS VS CHILLIWACK CHIEFS The game that was supposed to open up the pod season ended up being the day one night cap as the Centennials and Chilliwack Chiefs clashed after a lengthy bus delay. The late start turned into a slow start for the Cents who ended up down three buzz after one and couldn’t get out of the hole falling 5-2 with an empty netter.

The Chiefs were lying in wait and were ready to play off the opening puck drop.

Just 38 seconds in Ray Fust scored on Chilliwack’s first foray into the offensive zone. The ‘away’ team on the night kept the pressure coming when Ethan Bowen tallied on a cross-ice feed on the Chiefs first powerplay on the night. Bowen would add another at even strength before the period was done to put the Chiefs in the driver seat after the first leading 3-0. Shots after 1 were 11-6 Chilliwack.

In the second period, the Cents came out jumping. After some crashing and banging, the Cents were moving their feet and were able to draw some penalties.

After they were able to catch Chilliwack with too many men on the ice, it was newcomer Matteo Pecchia deflecting home a Talon Zakall blast from the line that gave the Cents some life. Brandon Dent threw

Province announces relief funding for amateur sport

the pass cross-seam, Zakall threw the shot down low, and Pecchia was able to deflect it through the wickets of Caron to make it 3-1. Despite the Cents carrying the pace of play through much of the 2nd they were the victims of some misfortune. Jacksen Hungle was robbed by Caron, who swept the puck off the goal line to deny the Cents a goal, and Zack Dallazanna had a goal waved off for goaltender interference.

To add to that Dawson Good made good on a nifty move to the backhand after his teammate got absolutely levelled by defender Trevor Isaksson. The 2nd ended with a score of 4-1, shots 19-18 Chiefs.

The final frame saw the bounces go both ways, but the officials kept the whistles in their pockets. With free flowing play, the Cents were able to score when a Chase Cooke shot was blocked from the blue line and deflected to partner Isaksson at the right point. Isaksson’s shot wouldn’t be denied as it knuckled and floated to the top corner blocker side. The Cents had time on their side behind by two with 13 minutes to go, but time quickly became the enemy and with time winding down and the netminder pulled the Chief’s Captain Kyle Penney made it a 5-2 final.

Final shots were 29-24 Chiefs.

After the game, Head Coach Derek Sweet-Coulter said that the travel delays definitely hurt the Cents start.

“It’s tough spending so long on the bus and then being ready to go off the hop.

Our start definitely suffered and it took us too long to find our legs.”

The joint request from the BCHL and WHL does not seem to be related.

Jake Courtepatte NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD. COM The province of B.C. is providing $15-million in relief funds for amateur teams and leagues throughout the pandemic.

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GAME 2: CENTENNIALS VS. PRINCE GEORGE SPRUCE KINGS Zack Dallazanna scored in the final minute of regulation, but the Cents couldn’t get the equalizer in game two of their pod season against the Spruce Kings and fell by a score of 3-2.

The Cents hit the ice on time on Sunday evening and left the bus troubles of Friday night behind them. They came out of the gate strong but soon found themselves in penalty trouble. At the 4:13 mark Walker Erickson went off for a blow to the head minor and misconduct and at the eight minute mark Devin Benson went off for tripping. It meant the Cents had trouble getting the offense going as they were spending time killing penalties.

It wasn’t long after the second penalty that Kolton Cousins converted on a goal mouth scramble that was initiated by former Cent Hunor Torzsok. After the media timeout, the Cents came out stronger and were pressing until they eventually broke through on the rush. Mark Thurston drove the zone on the left wing side, dropped back for Jake McLean who found Jerzy Orchard in the slot, and Orchard ripped a wrister top corner, blocker-side on Fairlie to level the score at 1-1. The assist was the first in Thurston’s BCHL career. The teams went to the dressing rooms deadlocked at one. Shots after one were 6-5 PG.

able on the ViaSport website in the next few weeks, said the administrative body.

“We have heard from hockey leagues about the pandemic being a tough opponent,” said Premier John Horgan. “This new relief fund will help them and other amateur leagues to get through these challenging times. We want sports fans to be able once again to cheer for their favourite teams on the diamond, at the local arena and on the pitch once the pandemic is over.”

An early penalty in the 2nd period put the Spruce Kings on the powerplay and ex-Cent Christian Buono was able to convert on a screened point shot. Then it was the Cents turn to have a string of powerplay tries including two 2-man advantages.

One was roughly 50 seconds, while the other was about 15. The Cents couldn’t make good and that’s what boiled down to the difference as after the powerplays expired Ben LeFranc would score on a broken play and give PG the 3-1 lead. Josh Dias did his part in net denying multiple Spruce King chances, and when defenders were beaten he was there to make the save. Shots after two were 18 apiece.

In the third period the Spruce Kings and Cents traded chances, but every time the Cents got a quality opportunity they were denied by goaltender Jordan Fairlee.

As the period progressed, Prince George slowly started to lock down defensively.

Not to be denied, Merritt continued to press and eventually were rewarded, with their own net empty on a goal mouth scramble. Jake McLean made a power move to the net and shot wide off the end boards, coming to Jerzy Orchard for a couple whacks, and then Captain Zack Dallazanna was able to chip it past Fairlee to get the Cents within one. The Cents ran out of time to get the equalizer and fell in game two by a score of 3-2. Final shots were 30-28.

After the game, Head Coach Derek Sweet-Coulter said that the hockey gods weren’t on their side.

“You have to convert on a 5-on-3 and when you don’t it doesn’t usually turn out well, that was definitely the turning point in the game.”

The Cents and Spruce Kings met again on Wednesday evening after presstime.

Applications for funding can include things like salaries, administrative costs, personal protective equipment, and the development of COVID-19 safety plans.

The WHL and BCHL had made a request for $9.5-million from the province the week prior, but it is not expected that the request and the province’s latest announcement are related.

Those eligible include leagues and teams owned and operated in B.C. that do not compensate athletes

as employees, and can demonstrate at least 30% loss in revenue due to the impacts of COVID-19. College and university teams will not be eligible.

“Some of these athletes have spent their whole lives working to get to this stage,” said Tourism, Arts, Culture, and Sport Minister Melanie Mark in a statement.

“This investment is another important measure … so amateur athletes can continue to follow their dreams.”

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April is National Oral Health Month. In order to encourage good oral health, the Herald will be profiling dental clinics for April’s Business Features.

This week we take a look at Stoyoma Dental.

Stoyoma Dental has been in operation in Merritt for nearly eight years, first opening on May 1, 2013. The clinic was originally located in a storefront on Voght St. but three years ago moved into a more updated location at 2088 Quilchena Ave. “Our staff consists of one dentist, Dr. Karthik Lakshminarayanan, two full time hygienists, three certified dental assistants, one chairside assistant who is taking her certification through distance education at Vancouver Community College, two receptionists and an office manager,” said Tricia Alexandruk, office manager.

Stoyoma prides itself

on being at the forefront of the latest in technology, as well as striving to be environmentally-friendly.

By reducing their paper and plastic waste, the office is able to streamline their operations without negatively impacting patient care.

“We are a paperless office, and we have a digital x-ray system,” said Alexandruk.

A digital x-ray produces an estimated 80% less radiation than a traditional x-ray, and also eliminates the need for film. This is a more ecofriendly method that also makes practical sense.

Physical storage space is not necessary, and there is no degredation of the images over time.

“We also have a machine that scans to take impressions of your teeth, for nightguards etc,” continues Alexandruk.

“No more having to use trays and waiting for

it to set up in your mouth.

This is a sleek new state of the art system.”

With the COVID19 pandemic, Stoyoma ramped up their already stringent cleaning policies and came up with a new way to keep their staff and patients safe.

“We have recently installed an air sanitization system,” said Alexandruk.

“This system is similar to what they use in hospitals. The air is cleaned through a Hepa and UV filtration system.”

UV light can be used for air purification, as it eliminates airborne pathogens such as bacteria, mold and viruses.

HEPA, which stands for ‘High Efficiency Particulate Air’ is a type of filtration system that is effective at capturing nearly every size of particle of allergens, pollen, bacteria and viruses.

These systems help to create an additional

barrier which can reduce the transmission of COVID-19, a virus which can be spread via microscopic droplets of saliva or blood.

Stoyoma Dental, which takes its name from a local mountain, the highest peak in the northern Cascades, offers a wide range of dental services for patients in need of oral health care.

“Our team of professionals is always ready and willing to help with all your dental needs,” said Alexandruk.

“Our office motto is ‘your smile is our reward’.

We offer all basic services from cleanings to fillings, root canals, extractions and for major services we do crowns and bridges.”

Regular visits to your dentist are a key part of maintaining your oral health, which in turn helps to keep your physical health in tip top condition. Stoyoma Dental serves all residents of the Nicola Valley, and happily accepts new patients, whether they require regular care or an emergency service.

“Oral health affects your overall health,” explained Alexandruk.

“The mouth is an entrance to the body, how you look after it affects parts of, or conditions of, the body that you may not realize. For example, periodontal disease, which is gum disease, and diabetes are like a balancing scale. If one condition is flared

up it can affect the other.

Periodontal disease can also affect the heart creating unnecessary strain.”

Stoyoma offers advice to help keep your teeth and mouth healthy, which is important all year long, not just during National Oral Health Month.

“Things people can do to keep their mouths healthy are to brush their teeth two times a day, floss daily, and choose a variety of healthy foods,” said Alexandruk.

“Limit your sugar and sticky snacks like candy, fruit leather, chips, cookies, and finally, visit your dental office for a checkup at least once a year.”

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church

1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Times: 2nd and 4th Sundays only - 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church

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Somang Mission Community Church (SMC) 1755 Coldwater Ave. (The Cadet Hall) Sunday Service Time: 3:30 pm • 250-280-1268

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

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Sunday services temporarily suspended - for prayer and counselling call 250-378-2464

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The District of Logan Lake, situated 60 kilometers south of Kamloops, is accepting applications for the position of Bylaw Enforcement/Animal Control Officer.

Under the direction of the Director of Corporate Affairs, the Bylaw Enforcement/Animal Control Officer fulfills the District’s responsibilities related to bylaw enforcement and animal control,including dealing with bylaw enforcement issues, issuance of tickets, legal representation on the District’s behalf, patrols and pickup of stray animals, animal care, and operation of the impoundment facility.

Qualified Applicants should possess Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement & Investigative Skills Level 1, and have a proven history work with animals and livestock; Demonstrated computer experience, preferably in a Windows environment and with Word and Excel; Ability to work independently and to complete tasks and assignments; Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with District employees and the public; Strong written and oral communication skills; and a valid Class 5 B.C. Drivers License.

This is a part-time position with an approximate 15-hour work week, with the ability to be called out during evening and weekend hours as required.

Job Title • Receiving all staff, students, parents and community members in a welcoming manner • Office management skills • Experience working with confidential information • Effective verbal and written communication • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity • Desire to increase capacity through professional development • Demonstrate good work ethic; punctual; respectful • Honest and trustworthy • Ability to work within a team and individually Working Conditions • The ability to have good multitasking and time management skills.

• You may have irregular hours on special events.

• Ability to work with technology and be familiar with computers and photocopiers.

Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri.: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m

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Qualifications • General Administration and secretarial training • Valid Driver’s License • Preference to Native Language and experience working in First Nations Communities • Intermediate level ability with computer skills: Microsoft word, and excel.

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Rate of pay: As per set rate in school policy Closing: On-going until this position is filled.

Only Short Listed Applicants will be contacted.

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Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references in any of the three ways listed below. All applicants must comply with the Criminal Records Review Act and BC Drivers Abstract.

Email: jantoine@coldwaterschool.ca Fax: 250-378-9212 Mall: Box 4600, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8

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As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Barkman Concrete Ltd. is a family-owned company that is a leading manufacturer of precast concrete. Our focused investment to our success is People - Quality - Capacity. Barkman has sustained growth through the contributions of our team members’ commitment to customer service, quality, and innovative products.

Barkman Concrete Ltd. is expanding production capabilities with a new facility being constructed in 2021 and into full production by early 2022 in Merritt, BC. We are currently recruiting a team to assist with the construction and commissioning of the new facility along with becoming trained to be an integral part of the maintenance and production team These positions are scheduled to start June 1, 2021.

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Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to Melisa Miles, Director of Corporate Affairs, at mmiles@loganlake.ca no later than 4:00 pm on April 15, 2021.

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CUPE 847 POSITION Grounds Person / Bus Driver • Merritt, BC School District No. 58 is recruiting a Grounds Person for the Operations Department to coordinate and participate in a wide range of grounds operations and district maintenance activities.

This position will perform maintenance of turf landscape, construction and maintenance of underground sprinkler systems, playground structures, property fencing and all other related grounds maintenance functions. This position also oversees and performs recycling pickup, equipment and supplies transportation between schools and the District’s mail delivery service.

This position presents a great opportunity to join a team that is supportive and passionate in delivering key services that are critical to School District No. 58 and its students.

We are looking for a team player who will work collaboratively with all departments. Our ideal candidate is an experienced grounds person with excellent communication skills who brings a positive attitude and is passionate about delivering high quality district services. Duties will commence April 19, 2021.

General Responsibilities Under the direction and supervision of the Operations Manager, the Grounds Person / Bus Driver key duties will be as follows: • Coordinate, review and participate in the maintenance of various horticultural areas of District fields, work orders are completed, and safety standards are met.

• Lay out and construct new areas to be planted; make recommendations on plant selection and areas to be planted; maintain records and inventory of trees, shrubs, turf and annuals; inspect planted, seeded and turfed areas and initiate required maintenance programs such as irrigating and fertilizing.

• Evaluate and provide project costs and conduct site inspections at various locations.

• Review plans to confirm that the location of utilities and services can be marked out or flagged.

• Perform general maintenance to assigned sport field areas by lining play fields, planting, irrigating, fertilizing, and pruning; operate various hand tools and power equipment such as shovels, line trimmer, rototiller, electric shears, riding mowers, chainsaws, tractors, ditch-witch and turf-cutters.

• Winter maintenance includes plowing, sanding, hand shoveling to ensure the safety of students and staff.

• Determine and order materials and equipment as required; operate a variety of vehicles such as pickups, tractors and attachments, small dump trucks, sanding units and a skid steer.

• Report repairs required and damaged equipment to Operations Manager and Mechanic.

• Respond to complaints from schools, public, staff and outside agencies regarding general grounds and maintenance issues.

• Serve as a relief bus driver when needed for emergency bus coverage.

• Perform related duties where qualified.

WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Effort: • Lift and move heavy objects and equipment. (often) • Weed, cultivate, prune and dig by hand. (frequent)

Work Environment: • Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous) • Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (occasional) • Exposure to equipment noise. (often) KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Organize and prioritize the work.

• Understand and apply turf grass, arboriculture, horticultural and sport field maintenance techniques.

• Basic level operation of a computer, cell phone and related applications.

• Use hand tools and power equipment.

• Read and understand underground plans.

• Supervise a small staff when needed.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Deal effectively with District staff, public and outside agencies.

• Work safely on job sites.

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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification: • High school graduation.

• Current and valid Class 1 or 2 B.C. Driver’s Licence or Class 5 willing to upgrade to Class 2.

• Completion of 2-year Horticultural Diploma or completion of 4-year BC Trades (Preferred). Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Playground inspection certificate.

Experience: • 2 years of horticultural experience including supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 2 years winter snow removal of roadways, parking lots and sidewalks.

• 2 years equipment experience operating tractors and attachments, skid steers and attachments, small dump trucks and snow removal equipment.

Applications Your application package must include a complete resume, including supporting documentation and a minimum of three (3) current references, with permission for the search committee to contact references and previous employers.

Deadline for applications: 11:00 am (PST), April 9, 2021 Address applications to: Lindsey Henderson, Manager of Human Resources School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) Box 4100, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Email: sblonde@365.sd58.bc.ca

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MLS: 161207

$335,000

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MLS: 161289

$339,000

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MLS: 161250

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T JUS TED S LI

MLS: 161161

$269,900

1441 SUNSET AVENUE

T JUS TED S LI

MLS: 160508

$890,000

Home on double lot with lots of potential, with 3 or possibly 4 bedroom, 2 bath located in quiet neighborhood near park and new developments soon to come in this area.

Home offers two gas fireplaces, kitchen with cozy wet bar, laminate floors etc.

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207-2295 BLAIR STREET

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2264 COUTLEE AVENUE

1549 QUILCHENA AVENUE

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MLS: 160947

$99,000

Beautiful lake front lot on Tyner Lake with 2 cabins for your family’s getaway from it all vacation spot. Come check out this very private lot located approximately 25 minutes Northwest of Merritt.

MLS: 160818

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Good rental property with tenant in place. Ground floor entry with patio space at front. Home shows real well and has had flooring as well as other upgrades.

MLS: 160865

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Quiet setting, within walking distance to down town. The Kitchen is spacious & bright with lots of cabinets and is open to the living room. There are 3 bedrooms with 1 bathroom on the main floor.

MLS: 160105

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Great home with potential mortgage helper. Come check out this large 2 storey home located near all amenities in an excellent location. This home has plenty of room for your family!

MLS: 160595

$519,000

Beautiful 3 bedroom family home with 2 bathrooms located on a large beautiful lot. The home as a large open Kitchen, dining room and family area w/ built in cabinets. The basement has plenty extra storage and access to the back yard.