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One hundred bell rings on the weekend celebrated the centennial of the Peachland United Church. Although the church celebrated the first service in the church on November 5, documents clearly show the congregation is 104-yearsold. Documentation shows a group of like-minded Methodists held a meeting in the Orange Hall August 19, 1907 to discuss the future of Methodism in Peachland. From this meeting, the Peachland Methodist Church was formed. Records indicate conflict over access to the Presbyterian/Union Church fuelled the Methodist desire to have a place of their own to worship and on November 5, 1911, they achieved their goal and celebrated the dedication of their brand new church on Fourth Street. Rev. J. J. Allen conducted the first service in the new church with the dedication given by Rev. J. N. White, the head of the Mission Boards of the Methodist Church. The church held a service to celebrate the burning of the mortgage in 1919 and the following year, the Presbyterians joined with the Methodists in sharing the new church. The formal creation of the United Church took place in 1925,

which saw the Methodists, Congregationalists and part of the Presbyterian Churches coming together. Chris Scowen, with help from many individuals in the community, has produced a book titled Peachland United Church 1911-2011í, which is available for purchase by calling 250-767-9344. Due to the weather being questionable this November, the United Church Centennial Committee, under the leadership of Shirley May Jeffrey and with help from many within the church community, planned centennial celebrations for September 2011. There was a meet and greet in the church hall on September 2, a centennial dinner at the 50-Plus Activity Centre on September 3 and a centennial church service on September 4. All events were well attended, with many visitors coming from out of town. This past weekend the church held a tea on the Saturday, which was the official anniversary date, and a special service on Sunday, with the ringing of the church bell 100 times. We look back to the steadfast faith of those gone before us, but also look forward to new work as we open our lives more and more to the working of God’s spirit amongst us. As we celebrate their and our commitment, joy and faith may we also think about those who will come after as we grow into the next 100 years, said Rev. Elaine Diggle.

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Ponderosa building up by Dave Preston More than a half decade after it was first proposed, the huge Ponderosa development is about to begin constructing more than a signature golf course. Developer Treegroup applied to the District of Peachland to build the first housing units on its lands below Pincushion Mountain and to construct two large retaining walls next to Hwy. 97. Treegroup has asked for a development permit to construct a 60-unit townhouse complex to be built in the area that previously held the Ponderosa Golf Course clubhouse. Phase 1 of the project will be made up of 17 duplex, three-plex, four-plex and six-plex buildings, according to the permit. In addition to the housing development permit, Treegroup is also seeking a permit to construct two retaining walls. The walls are to be built by the developer to the requirements of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI). They will range in height from six metres (20 feet) to 10 metres (33 feet). One of the walls is scheduled for the area between Ponderosa Drive and 13th Street, where a new signalized intersec-

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tion is to be created. The other retaining wall is planned for the intersection of Princeton Avenue and Hwy. 97. In the case of the retaining walls, which are required by MOTI, it is unusual for the ministry to seek a community's input into how the walls will look, Dave Smith, director of planning and development services, told council. Treegroup is being required to realign Ponderosa Drive and 13th Street and install a new traffic signal, according to Doug Allin, director of operations. In addition, the developer has to pay for some improvements at the intersection of Princeton and the highway. The developer will be installing a sidewalk from First Avenue to the highway and will also be installing a sanitary sewer main from First Avenue to Lake Avenue, which will assist in hooking up existing Ponderosa homes to sewer in the future, said Allin. Treegroup is paying 100 per cent of the project cost, according to Allin. The director of operations said Treegroup has already give MOTI a bond worth several million dollars and that tenders on the project close on November 15. Allin said his expectation is that the retaining wall and intersection realignment project will begin right away, with completion targeted for some time in May. Council approved both development permit applications.

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Reece Waterﬁeld (left) and Eric Hahn-Hill spar in the Fourth Street ring recently as Keaton Kirkwoods waits for his turn in the corner.

by Dave Preston Boxers from across the province will descend on Peachland this Saturday for a series of club card bouts at the community centre. The Peachland Boxing Club is hosting the event and boxers from 11 clubs will be attending, according to Head Coach John Warley. We’ll be hosting young boxers from Kamloops, Kelowna, Salmon Arm, Vernon, Williams Lake, Crankbrook and Revelstoke, said Wardley. The names of nearly 90 youth boxers were submitted to Wardley, but he said they couldn’t all be matched by age and weight class. However, the coach said there will be at least 10 match ups Saturday. Local first time boxer Reece Waterfield will be boxing Kelowna boxer Dawson Hill and Eric Hahn-Hill will

be in the ring against Thistletown’s Austin Riggs, said Wardley. Peachland’s heavyweight senior boxer Patrick Livingston will be boxing an exhibition match, Wardley said. The Peachland Lions Club will be at the community centre to serve up hamburgers, hot dogs and soft drinks. Peachland and the community centre are a venue of choice for amateur boxing in this province, noted Wardley. Doors open at 6 p.m. Saturday and the bouts start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 each at the door and Wardley said the first eight people who show up at noon Saturday to help set up the ring and chairs are in line for a free ticket. Many of the boxers coming to Peachland will be using the club card as a warmup for the provincials, which take place in Revelstoke November 26 and 27, according to Wardley.

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Greata Creek Camp offers uniquely rustic adventure

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Jenelle Dougan, Aliceah Bradford, Hannah Price and Avery Takenaka practice fire starting with debris they raked up at Greata Creek Camp. The girls had a great afternoon and as an added bonus they cooked bannock on sticks over the fire, followed by smores.

by Constance Roth A group of local outdoor enthusiasts recently formed the Greata Creek Camp, a non-profit society dedicated to preserving what was known as Mosquito Hollow, at the eight kilometre marker on Headwaters Road, west of Peachland. The property consists of a three-room cabin and several out-buildings, one which is screened and suitable for shelter from the elements. The property is situated on 1.4 hectares along Greata Creek and offers plenty of room for tenting and parking. The society plans to offer the rustic camp for public use by groups and individuals, focusing on families, youth, outdoor enthusiasts and international visitors," said Lee Humphries, chair of the society. Local girl guides amalgamated two Crown properties, over 30 years ago and built the improvements visible today. Guides, scouts, cowboys and tour guides have used it for winter camps because of its amenities and accessibility. Over the years, the girl guides have used the site for their camping program. It has offered them the opportunity to teach the girls about the outdoors, and the tree and plant life, many of which do not grow in

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the heat of the valley floor. This past Saturday, the guides helped at the camp raking up a mountain of needles and brush as a part of their service work in their community and in anticipation of an open house on Sunday, November 6. Also on Saturday, the girl guides leadership, credited with finding the camp and responsible for the building and maintenance for the last three decades, visited for coffee and tales and to pass the baton as it were. The girls and their leaders plan on camping at the site next April. Humphries said there is a group of cowboys who have come to the camp since 1979 and the society welcomed them as their first guests over the last few weeks as they rounded up range cattle. The cowboys are pleased to continue to utilize the property and all it offers for many years to come. Working through the process to acquire the camp, the group thought their greatest and most immediate concern would be the dead standing timber on the property, but soon discovered this was not the case. Problems were discovered with the roof of the main building, which needed repair and now that that has been completed they

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CIVIC GRANTS APPLICATIONS Local non-profit organizations which contribute to the quality of life in Peachland, and which would cease to function without assistance from the District of Peachland, are invited to apply for a Civic Grant. The Civic Grants Policy outlines the following: -The purpose of the civic grant program is to assist citizens in organizing themselves around community issues and projects. -In the majority of cases, it is anticipated that financial assistance will only be granted for a limited time period, subject to annual review. -Programs and services will be evaluated on the basis on need, appropriateness, and demonstrated effectiveness. -All grants are for a period of one year and shall not exceed $1,000.

Grant applications are considered by Council during 2012 budget deliberations. Approved grants are distributed after July 15, 2012. Application forms and civic grant criteria may be obtained at the District of Peachland office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. or the District’s website www.peachland.ca. Completed applications must be submitted to the Director of Corporate Services by November 15, 2011. B.C. Hydro funds are also available for non-profit organizations and registered charities. Information can be found on B.C. Hydro website: http://www.bchydro.com/community/community_investment/donations_sponsorships/how_to_apply.html

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NOTICE OF District PUBLICofHEARING Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Peachland will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of persons who deem their interest in the property is affected by Zoning Notice is hereby that theBylaw Council the District of 6:00 Peachland willNovember hold a Public Hearing to Bylaw No. 1375, given Amendment No.of1810, 2006 at p.m. on 22, 2011 in the th hear representations of persons who deem their interest in the property is affected by Zoning Street, Peachland, B.C. Council Chambers located at Peachland Community Centre, 4450-6 Bylaw No. 1375, Amendment Bylaw No. 1810, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. on November 22, 2011 in the th Street, Peachland, B.C. Council Chambers located at Peachland Centre, 4450-6 The District proposes to amend Zoning Community Bylaw Number 1375, 1996, as follows: The District proposes amenddesignation Zoning Bylaw Number follows: By changing thetozoning of Lot 9, DL 1375, 1183, 1996, ODYD,asPlan 117, and Block 29, DL 490, ODYD, Plan 125, Except Parcel B on Plan B103, and Plans 28891 and By changingcivic the zoning designation of Lot 9, 1183, Plan 117,from and Block 29, KAP47623, addresses 6026 Highway 97DL and 5976ODYD, Princess Street R-1 (Single DL 490,Residential), ODYD, Plan RR-1 125, Except Parcel B on Plan B103, and Plans 28891 and Family (Rural Residential) and C-3 (Highway Service Commercial) KAP47623, addresses 6026 Highway 97 andDensity; 5976 Princess Street from “A” R-1attached (Single zone to R-4 civic Multiple Family Residential - Medium as shown on Map Family Residential), (Rural to and forming part ofRR-1 Bylaw No. Residential) and C-3 (Highway Service Commercial) zone to R-4 Multiple Family Residential - Medium Density; as shown on Map “A” attached to and forming part of Bylaw No. 1810, 2006

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have turned their attention to the ceiling and insulation, which will need to be removed and replaced. There is a well and hand pump on the property, which requires extensive work, and the camp has been hit by vandals, with thieves even stealing the stove pipe right off the roof. The society is looking for community involvement, through donations of labour, supplies or monies to make the necessary repairs. Once these are completed and the camp is deemed safe, it will be offered for rent. For now, the property may be used for campfires, family gatherings or as a base for exploring the up-country. For more information on the camp call 250-767-9626 or email Gr8acreekcamp@hotmai.com

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Editor’s Perspective

Pay issues

Remembering the Cousins

y the time you read this, district council will have dealt with the always thorny issue of council pay. Whatever decision is made will be timed after this editorial is written. (The View comes out a day early due to Remembrance Day.) No doubt, having to deal with your own future pay is not a comfortable situation for most politicians to be in, especially for local politicians who have to stand in the same grocery line as the people who voted for them. Or didn’t. Councils in the past have tried to rely on staff (senior staff at that) to come up with an equitable increase, seek the help of an outside consultant or form a committee of knowledgeable community members. The decision as to any future raises typically always come about just before an election. That way, any decision made about an increase is only applicable to council members about to be elected. What council’s decision ends up being concerning a future raise wasn’t known before this story was written, but it is known what has been proposed. This time around, council decided on the committee route and the committee (with assistance from senior staff) has decided that council members do in fact deserve a raise; not just one raise, but a raise each year for the next three years. It seems apparent that council pay is such a sensitive topic that, more often than not, council members end up approving a paltry two per cent or so raise, once every three years. It doesn’t keep up with inflation and certainly doesn’t enhance the rather paltry sum paid to elected officials. Currently, the mayor is paid $21,107 and councillors receive $11,469. The committee has proposed a $2,837 lift for the mayor to $23,944 (a 13.4 per cent increase) and a $1,362 increase (11.9 per cent) for councillors to $12,831. In addition, mayor and councillors should receive two per cent raises for each of 2013 and 2014. Certainly Peachland is a small town and practical wages have to be figured out for council members. But it seems odd that the people we entrust with making major decisions about our town are paid, in total, less than the amounts paid to the top four civil servants. In total, Peachland’s seven council members are paid $89,921 per year (not including any raise figured out Tuesday night). Elsie Lemke makes $129,211, Doug Allin takes in $101,466, Doug Pryde makes $93,985 and Dave Smith’s pay is $89,996. It’s common knowledge in Peachland that nonmanagement staff gets piddly raises and normally council member raises are pittances also. On the other hand, management staff enjoyed raises this year from 4.5 to 17.4 per cent. It is true that senior municipal staff have special training and knowledge. They should be compensated for that. At the same time, it is elected officials who make the decisions. Does it seem right that we pay the people making decisions on billion and a half dollar developments less than what a full time hamburger flipper at McDonald’s makes?

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Peek into the Past There is always a huge turnout at the Peachland Remembrance Day ceremony at the community centre. This picture of five brothers and their sister, all from the same family here in Peachland, is remarkable in the fact that there were 14 brothers and sisters. Half this family served their country. They are the Cousins family and before the Second World War they were famous for a very good baseball team comprised of nine brothers. Remember them on November 11. Cousins Ball Park is named in their honour, as is Cousins Road. Some of the family still live in Peachland. Lest We Forget! Photo courtesy the Peachland Historical Society

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Peachland has a lot going on Dear Editor; What were you doing this past Saturday? What a day it was for Peachland. The Wellness Centre was holding their 10th anniversary celebration. Just down the street, the United Church was holding a 100th anniversary tea. In the other direction, you could turn towards the Community Centre and there the Anglican Church was holding their Angel Bazaar. Whew!

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The Peachland Residents Association was pleased to co-host with the chamber of commerce the All Candidates Forum held last week. It was attended by some 350 people. We wish to extend our public thanks to all who contributed to the event. Thanks to all 15 candidates whose attendance and presentations set the tone so ably; to the moderator Adrian Nieoczym, journalist on CBC’s Day Break, for his smooth conducting of the proceedings; to time

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keeper Shane Moritz; (who is always on time); to Keith Thom, who managed the improved sound system; to all the volunteers who helped set up the room; and to the Peachland Hospital Auxiliary who provided the refreshments. Thank you all. And finally to the big turnout of voters. Thank you. It was most gratifying. May your keen interest and attendance spur continuing community engagement in the future. Lynda Meek, board member, Peachland Residents Association

Musings on upcoming election Dear Editor; Election season is in full swing in Peachland. The election signs have sprouted along with the fall chill. The all candidates forum has come and gone and many of the candidates are hosting get-togethers for us to meet them and grill them on their campaign platforms and goals. I highly encourage everyone to get out to these meet and greets if they can. It can be difficult to decide who you want to vote for, but one thing that will help me is something from my current job application process with the BC Ambulance Service. A line from their interview preparation materials states, "The best predictor of future performance is past performance in similar circumstances." If a candidate has shown a great attitude, work ethic

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Later in the afternoon, you could attend an open house discussion with Moira Baxter in the Little Schoolhouse. The Legion was holding its Saturday afternoon meat draw and later in the evening you could sing and dance to Karaoke with Anita. Take a bow, Peachlanders. It is all of you who make Peachland such a wonderful town.

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and commitment in the past, it will probably continue. We want candidates who are a part of Peachland; the ones who show up to meetings, social and cultural events around town. The all candidates forum produced a lot of positive talk, but history can give us a good indication of who will follow through and who is just putting on an election time show. Not everyone is an eloquent speaker and some may prefer to let their past actions and hard work behind the scenes do the talking for them. Do your research and see who fits into a positive, proactive council before you vote. Not all current council members have equal attendance records for council and committee meetings. See you at the polls on November 19th.

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Handicap thwarts Moberg Dear Editor; Coun. Ron Anderson and Coun. Berrigan of the Village of Chase would like to take this opportunity to thank Coun. Vern Moberg and Coun. Peter Schierbeck from the District of Peachland for coming up to visit our community. Unfortunately, they forgot to bring their golf game with them. In a back

and forth battle of 18 holes, Moberg and Schierbeck, even though tying Berrigan and Anderson, fell to the defeat of the Chase duo's handicaps. Anderson and Berrigan look forward to a rematch on Peachland turf. Thanks again guys, it was a lot of fun. Rick Berrigan, Chase

Open letter to Lindsay Bell Dear Editor;

There is an old saying that you should research and report all the facts before you make statements. With regards to your statement that you would like to see the Ontario laws on pit bulls be implemented here, you forgot to say that the law is ambiguous and has many flaws in it. For example, any animal that looks like a pit bull is included in the laws in Ontario. It forbids a pit bull to defend itself when attacked by another dog. Like the case of Ginger, a dog muzzled and leashed, being attacked by another dog and the other owner and his dog were bitten when trying to break up the fight. The courts there said that the attacked dog was at fault. So do we convict the person who is the victim (or the dog)? These laws were brought in a fast fix by people who are not experts in aggression in dogs and who are not interested in ways to prevent these attacks.

Do you label and ban young offenders who have committed crimes or do you work with the family, the law and special groups to help them? The alternatives are (and these are the opinions of experts who have spent years working with dogs): 1. Education of the public and owners to research the breed before you get one; 2. Socialize the dog as a puppy; 3. Catch irresponsible owners and punish them. In other words enforce the laws we have; 4. Regulate kennels and breeders of dogs that are deemed aggressive; For your information dogs do not think like humans - they react to the way they have been brought up. In 99 per cent of all dog attacks it is the owner’s fault, not the dogs. To me it is the responsibility of a public official to investigate avenues of concern and correction before they make remarks like you made.

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Mayor, Keith Fielding Dear Peachland Resident: I feel honoured and privileged to have served as your Mayor for the past three years. I hope to continue in that capacity for another term, and I am seeking your support for my re-election on November 19th, 2011. My goal is to ensure that Peachland remains a healthy and sustainable community: one that is safe, caring, and vibrant - a place that prospers because we have learned to effectively balance our economic, social, cultural and environmental goals and to preserve all that makes our town such an extraordinary and unique place in which to live. Creating a healthy community is a partnership challenge: one that requires us to build effective relationships within our community and externally. It is the Mayor’s responsibility to help build these partnerships and to lead council in such a way that differences of opinion are valued and respected, disagreement is managed productively, and solutions are found to divisive problems. Your council has worked well together: we have listened to you, listened to one another, bridged differences, and sought to build consensus. We have engaged many difficult and challenging issues, pursued our priorities vigorously, and achieved important results. More work lies ahead, and I ask that you allow me to bring my energy, experience, and extensive government service background to address these challenges for a further term as your Mayor. Should you wish to do so, please feel free to contact me at any time by telephone or email.

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our transformation over the years. Newspaper articles and photographs grace the pages. Dan Albas, our MP, attended and presented us with a certificate to congratulate our volunteers, directors, and staff for our dedication and vision and 10 years of service to the community. He participated in drawing free door prize tickets. Elaine Pollen won three free nights at a condo at Whistler or Yaletown. Doug Pollen won a certificate from Rocky J’s Beach Hut. (Yes, husband and wife, yay for chaotic probability.) Bill Lemmon won the certificate from the Waterfront Grill. Barb Chunnery won the Seashell Massage from Body Waves by Brenda. Angela Cuschieri won the dinner for two at the Keg. Wayne Power won the certificate from the Peachland Wine Shoppe. Margaret Grono won the two hour limo party for eight, which was donated by a Peachland couple. We are grateful for the generosity of these donors. Thank you to all who volunteered their effort, baked goods, and time, for this enjoyable event.

Dear Editor;

On behalf of the Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC), I extend my heartfelt thanks to all who attended our recent open house. Mayoral, school board and councillor incumbents and candidates attended and learned more about our little house of miracles. Harry Grossmith and Avril Paice of the United Way were there. Mayor Fielding and Harry Grossmith cut the celebratory cake. People who in 2001 were tenacious to the vision of the PWC flooded the building. Diane Geddes, who came all the way from Vancouver Island, was continuously greeted with hugs. Adrienne Vaughn, Phyllis Papineau, and Jean Miller were there in 2001 when it all began, and they reminisced with stories of the past. The volunteers were bright with smiles and chatter as they shared the information at their various posts. Old friends and new friends circulated through the building, getting their tickets stamped to be eligible for the door prizes. On display for the first time were our Judy Wyper, president, archives. Bud Day devoted countless Peachland Wellness Centre hours on this massive project to produce 10 binders filled with information about for Peachland Council

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Cindy Fortin wants to correct council 'disconnect' by Dave Preston

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There is a disconnect between Peachland residents and council and district staff and that's why Cindy Fortin says she is running in the November 19 election. "I've lived here for 26 years, raised my family here," said Fortin. She said ever since the current council switched the system to having major issues discussed at morning committee meetings, citizens aren't showing up to hear the debate. Issues should be dealt with at regular council meetings, said Fortin, allowing residents to be a part of the process. "Peachland is going to undergo a drastic change over the next 10 years or so," said Fortin, who wants to "make sure the wishes of developers don't supercede the needs of residents." Fortin said she has concerns with New Monaco's water plans and doesn't understand why existing residents are put on water restrictions every year, yet apparently there will be enough water to double or triple the town's population.

"That's a major concern," said Fortin. "One of the things I want to do is work with the Hwy. 97 Task Force and get MOTI (the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure) to do the study and figure out what is the best thing for the highway," said Fortin. Peachlanders pay some of the highest taxes in the province, according to Fortin. "You have to ask why our taxes are so high," Fortin said. She added that the money can be found for around $800,000 per year to pay senior managers, $1.5 million per year for engineering firm Urban Systems and another $400,000 over three years for legal fees, but "We can't find money for sidewalks or roads." Fortin said she liked the all candidates forum but was a little disappointed that there wasn't more pointed questions asked of council candidates. "A lot of people are feeling disconnected from the decision making and maybe feeling a little defeated," Fortin said. Fortin is running for the first time for one of six councillor seats.

Baxter seeks re-election on school trustee record by Dave Preston

Moyra Baxter

Moyra Baxter has been Peachland's trustee on the board of education for 15 years and though she says the job is demanding, she wants to keep going. Up until this year, Peachland has had its own trustee. New boundaries mean Peachland will be combined with regional district areas on the Westside and Westbank First Nation. "It is a lot of work," said Baxter. "If you have the time to put the effort in, it's very time consuming." A trustee from West Kelowna or Peachland has to give more of a commitment to the job because the board office is in Kelowna and that means more travel time, according to Baxter. The long time trustee said she has been emphasizing the work load of the job during

her campaign because she's not sure if her The new Westside boundaries should work two rivals are aware of just how much work out fine, according to Baxter, who added the is involved. realignment has made the number of people "I haven't seem them at a board meeting who vote for a trustee more equitable. or a committee meeting," said Baxter. "They "It's not going to make any difference to haven't asked me any questions." the amount of work," she said. Westside trustee Jeff Watson is not seeking The two Westside trustees divide up all the re-election and Baxter said he made it clear schools on the Westside, with one becoming the reason is because of the time commit- the primary contact and the other the alterment needed. nate contact, according to Baxter. On top of board meetings and commit"I hope people look at my record," said tee meetings, Baxter said trustees deal with Baxter. "In 15 years, I've never missed one questions and concerns from parents who board meeting." may not know where to go to get help. for Peachland Council School Disrict #23 is a huge business, according to Baxter. It t Elec has nearly 3,000 employees and a Rebudget of $180 million. "We spend a lot of time at budget meetings," Baxter said.

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Do you know someone who is a shining example of ordinary people with extraordinary stories of determination, excellence and teamwork – someone who make a difference in our community? The District of Peachland will be selecting a medal bearer to represent our community in this significant event. Nomination are being sought for this position. Do you know: · Someone whose efforts have removed barriers and contributed to making our community more accessible and inclusive · An individual who has overcome a disability · A promising youth leader · Someone who lives by the credo that anything is possible · Someone who is committed to making a difference in the lives of others · A long serving volunteer

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· A community member who mirrors the values of determination, integrity, inspiration, human excellence, team work and who puts others above one’s self · An unsung everyday hero whose quiet efforts have made a significant impact on the lives of others. If yes, submit their name, brief description and phone number to Cheryl Wiebe at the Community Centre in person (4450 6th Street ) or by email to cwiebe@peachland.ca by November 25th. A selection committee of 3 will be reviewing the applications in early December. Other interested residents can also apply online to be a medal bearer in and around Peachland by visiting www.rickhansenrelay.com. For more information call Cheryl at 250-767-2133

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November 11, 2011

Hurd to get things done

Ernie Hurd by Dave Preston He's served two and a half terms on council and he's trying for one more. Ernie Hurd said he's seeking election in Peachland because he wants to get things done. "On a personal level, I built the kiosk (in Trepanier Linear Park). The second time I ran I had involvement with the skateboard park. The third time I ran I had involvement with the multiuse facility," said Hurd.

"I love this communtiy and I see opportunity," Hurd said. First on the list of things needing to get done is Princeton Avenue, according to Hurd. "We always wait for developers to come along," he said. "At least find out what it will cost to do Princeton." Hurd said improving Princeton, including adding sidewalks, would benefit the whole community and he could see marginally increasing taxes to get it done. "I see things in the community faltering again," said Hurd. "I find that to get anything done you have to be on council." Hurd said he thinks council should be working on an affordable housing program in Peachland, rather than working towards a senior's housing complex near the community centre. "Young families can't afford the houses we live in," said Hurd. Serving full terms in the

late 90s and again from 2003 to 2005, Hurd was elected for a third term in 2008, only to resign a year and a half later after voters turned down borrowing money to build a curling rink. That decision has a negative impact on the election, Hurd admits. "It has a big impact," he said. "People aren't that forgiving." "People can't really get over the fact that I resigned," said Hurd. "They want me to apologize." Hurd wrote a letter to the editor shortly after resigning and he said he doesn't feel it was a scathing letter. "It was an honest letter about how I see this town going forward," said Hurd. The decision to resign cost taxpayers about $10,000 for a by-election. "I knew it would come back to haunt me," said Hurd. "I still think I have an outside chance to get in."

Bell seeks two seats

Lindsay Bell by Dave Preston Kids are top of mind for Lindsay Bell and that's why she's running for both Peachland council and trustee for School District #23 in the upcoming election. "I want to continue on with what I've been doing," said Bell. Getting parks for kids, getting pathways so kids can go to school safely and supporting the Boys and Girls Club are items Bell said she has worked on in the past and examples of what she wants to work on in the future. Bell is finishing up her first term as councillor and she said now she wants to be a school board trustee also. Peachland's current

trustee, Moyra Baxter has "been doing this since 1996," said Bell. "Her days are over." Bell said she is the only candidate with school aged children. She currently works at George Pringle Elementary School as a lunch time supervisor. "At lunch time, when teachers take a break, I supervise," said Bell. She added her kids go to George Pringle and are enrolled in French immersion and she said the board could have done more to prevent kids from losing 15 minutes of recess every day due to teachers' job action. "No one was approached to take over that 15 minute recess," said Bell. "The teachers just made this decision and didn't leave any room for alternatives." Bell said a group of George Pringle parents tried to get a school bus for their kids from Peachland, but the idea was turned down. "I thought, if I get that school board trustee job, I could have a bigger voice," said Bell. The biggest thing Bell said she does on council is listen to residents. "If there's something I can do, I'll do it," said Bell.

She cites as an example of ignoring residents the people of Thorne Road, who have been trying for three decades to get hooked up to town water. "30 years and no one listened," said Bell. She said she wants to go to bat for Thorne Road residents, work on improving school bussing and transit in Peachland, complete a pathway from the elementary school to the Ponderosa neighbourhood and look at why people who are conserving water are not seeing reductions in their water bills. "Peachland gets lost in everything," said Bell, adding that she has often wondered if the town would be better served belonging to the Regional District of South Okanagan, as opposed to be lumped together with Central Okanagan communities. Asked if she thinks she could handle both a council position and a trustee's job, Bell said, "I don't have a full time job. Both my kids will be in school full time next year." Bell said council typically takes about 10 hours a week and, "I can't see Moyra doing more than 30 hours a week for the school board."

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November 11, 2011

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Dad didn’t talk about the war much. I knew he was in the navy, a young man on a ship somewhere way out there in the Atlantic. I remember he told me that the siren would go off and he'd run to one of the big guns. An officer would point and he'd mash the trigger, sending anti-aircraft rounds off into the distance. They almost never saw what they were shooting at. They rarely knew if they hit anything. As a young kid growing up on an air force base in Canada's boreal forest, that was the extent of my knowledge of dad's foray in the Second World War. Before I grew up, dad was gone and with him the memories he could have shared. I grew up in a time when war was romanticized by actors playing heroes. John Wayne in his green beret was as real as it got for me. Regardless what they tried to teach me in school, reality was Force 10 from Navarone and The Dirty Dozen. By the time I was 12, I knew what a Luger was, could tell the difference between a German tank and an American one and loved staring at pictures of fighter aircraft. War and war craft, the machines of war, the guns, the bullets, the planes, the vehicles and the ships were cool. I learned along the way the important terms, like Juno Beach, Normandy, Midway Island and Hiroshima. They were just words, part of the game. In my teens and early 20s, Risk was my pastime. Nothing was more fun than conquering the world with a well executed plan of attack and the right roll of the dice.

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to change. That was the first year I walked into the Peachland Community Centre to take in this town's Remembrance Day ceremony. It was my first in a very long time and although there to observe so I could report, I was struck by just how many people had shown up. There weren't that many veterans back then in the place where vets sat, but there sure were a lot of people. There were more people crammed in the community centre than during a hot public hearing. That was big and it was news. More than that, it was important. Eight years ago, I had the opportunity to look into the faces of men who at one time were half my age and who had left home and gone to war. They had come back, but the memories of their buddies remained on their faces. Over time, I met some of those veterans, in the Legion and at their homes. Some talked openly, but most talked with difficulty about those days and weeks and months when they were far away and on the verge of death. Over time I continued to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies. I saw, over time, the number of

veterans in attendance dwindle. Save for a few, they speak not a word, but their faces tell the tale. Every year Peachlanders cram the community centre for Remembrance Day. I think most do so, not because they have to, but because they want to. We do so to honour those who sacrificed their lives in places far away. We do so to honour those who came back, changed forever. Most of us were not there. Most of us have never picked up a gun and been told to shoot that guy over there, who looks a lot like us but in a different uniform. At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month, we honour those who did something we hope we never have to take part in. We say thank you to the veterans remaining and those who have passed away. We realize that war isn't romantic or cool. And if you're like me, you take a moment to understand why dads don't talk of such things with very young sons. On November 11, I will honour my dad and all the dads who went with him and all the men who should have been dads who never were.

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Honduras tourism trip rewarding by Dave Preston Dave Smith said his recent trip to Honduras was an eye opening experience. The Central American country has a long way to go before it becomes a well-known tourist destination and he can use all the help it can get. Smith recently gave a presentation to Peachland council about his trip, which was partially funded by local taxpayers. Smith is the town’s director of planning and development services and he travelled to Honduras at the end of August for two weeks of volunteer work with CESO the Canadian Executive Service Organization. Council agreed to pay Smith his wage for one of the weeks. The other he took as part of his vacation. For a country like Honduras, tourism is a very important economic way to lead them into a brighter future, said Smith. CESO selected Smith to be a volunteer and to provide advice, Smith said. They were looking for someone with a planning background. CESO is an agency of the federal government that uses volunteers to assist developing countries. Honduras has many tourist possibilities that are not being exploited, according to Smith. The country is about one ninth the size of British Columbia with double the population, according to Smith. The average income is $1,820 U.S. per year. Crime is rampant in the cities, said Smith. Security and guns are everywhere. Because of crime, tourism numbers have plummeted and hotel vacancies are high, said Smith. Other problems Honduras is facing are poverty, government instability, untidiness, competition from other tourism destinations and a lack of a coordinated approach to tourism. About 65 per cent of the country lives in poverty, said Smith. Every store had a person in front with a gun. The issues of poverty, crime, untidiness and a low level of community pride are overwhelming, said Smith. The planner said he worked with several groups on tourism issues and received good local media coverage about his work. Recommendations were made to a local working group. Smith said the trip was very rewarding and Honduras has a lot of potential.

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Yard waste pick- Small town flavour a plus to Eisworth up ending soon by Dave Preston

Contributed There are just a few more weeks to have your yard waste picked up at the curb. Bi-weekly fall yard waste pickup ends November 30. That’s the last day for the curbside yard waste pickup program until collection resumes again March 1, 2012. Simply place your yard waste directly into the cart with the green lid and wheel it out for pickup every other week (alternate weeks to your recycling pick up). Waste Reduction Facilitator Rae Stewart says residents make great use of the bi-weekly collection. So far this year alone we’ve collected approximately 10,000 tonnes of yard waste at the curb. Stewart adds, Collecting yard waste separately not only gives us the chance to compost all this yard waste, it also saves valuable landfill space, reduces unnecessary landfill traffic congestion, and offers residents a great soil conditioner in the form of GlenGrow they can buy for their own gardens come springtime. You are reminded to put your yard waste out for collection by 7 am on the morning of your regular garbage day. Accepted items include: • Leaves • Wood chips, bark • Needles • Garden plants • Grass clippings • Branches and pruning’s up to 5 centimetres (2 inches) in diameter and less than one metre (3 feet) in length. Remember, you can also take up to 250 kilograms of yard waste to the Westside Residential Recycling and Disposal Center free of charge year round. If you are looking to upgrade your yard waste cart, up to two additional 360 litre yard waste carts can be purchased from your municipality. For additional yard waste carts and collection options, contact your municipality or visit regionaldistrict.com/recycle

council. He said he doesn't see his job as a real estate agent to be any kind of conflict with being on council. "I think it's a plus," said Eisworth. "In real estate, you get to see all sides of developers." If he gets elected November 19, Eisworth said his first priority will be to bring himself up to speed. He said there will be a lot to learn, but he feels he should know more already. "As far as the general public is concerned, we get to

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know very little about council," said Eisworth. "I love the small town flavour of Peachland," he said. "I like tourists but I don't want them to take over." Keeping Peachland beautiful is on the top of Eisworth's agenda and he said while there will be progress, "We've got to maintain it." "There's going to be growth but let's keep our atmosphere," he said. "Let's keep our taxes where people can afford it." Eisworth said he gave running for election a lot of thought before he let his name stand. "I've got a passion about this stuff," said Eisworth. "When I take on a project, I see it through." Calling himself a team player, Eisworth said he has a business background and he used to travel with a large organization teaching others how to run meetings, how to conduct public speaking and how to make things happen." He said he has his own views of what should happen in Peachland but, "What's important is what do the people want?" Eisworth said he will be guided by what's the best for the majority of Peachland and what he feels is right deep down inside. "I can accomplish things. I can get things done," said Eisworth. "I'm here for the long term."

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www.peachlandbaptist.com 4204 Lake Avenue

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November 11, 2011

Legion in the midst of interior makeover by Patricia Day Special to theView

Enter the building with your magic key and step inside the door. Wow! Yes, you do a double take! Are you in the right building? Gone is the glass partition. In its place, a new floor, bedecked with comfy furniture beckons. Are those chandeliers hovering over a custom-made stand up bar? It is amazing what has been accomplished in a short week. All the material, labour and furnishings have been donated by friends and members of Branch 69. There was a whole team of plasterers, wallboard installers, painters, carpenters, and bargain hunters, just to mention a few, who participated in this event. We hope that with this refreshing new look, members and guests will feel more comfortable and will enjoy their visit to the Peachland Legion. No, the task is not complete. There are still other areas which need to be brought up to date. What other improvements would you like to see at Branch 69? Would you like to donate to the lounge? Give the Legion a call at 250-767-9100. Poppies are displayed in stores. Do you have yours? Donna and Wayne were busy distributing the trays of poppies around town. Patti has been busy looking after the wreaths, which will be placed in the Commu-

nity Centre and by the Cenotaph, on November 11. If you need poppies or would like a wreath, give the Legion office a call. On November 10, the Colour Party will visit four of the local schools: Peachland Elementary, Shannon Lake Elementary, Helen Gorman and Glenrosa Elementary. Colour Party members proudly carry our nation's flags and take part in the schools' Remembrance Day service. The next day, on the 11th, they will bear the flags at the Community Centre. November 11 is a very important day to all Canadians. Peachlanders have given many sons (and daughters) to the service of their country. There will be the traditional service at 10:30 am at the community centre in Peachland. The parade will be called to attention and then will march into the building. Be sure that you get there early to get a seat. At approximately 11:30 am, the Penticton Flying Club will do a fly-past as a salute.

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Help Wanted Big E’s Bar & Grill in Peachland, BC requires a line cook. 2-3 years experience. $12.70 - $14/hr. F/T position. Shifts incl. evenings and weekends. Duties incl. food prep., line cook and cleaning. Please apply to Susan or Mike Hwy 97, Peachland Centre Mall. Fax 250767-1968 NOTICES

Peachland United Church BARGAIN BIN SALE • Good clean clothing • Household items We accept donations on days that we are open.

Please do not drop off any donations while we are closed. OPEN THURS. - SAT. 9:30 - 3 PM

Meets Monday at 7 pm (closed meeting) and Friday at 8 pm (open meeting). Call 250-763-5555 for more info. LOST

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For Rent 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, 5 appliances, large garage, lake view, N/S, pets on approval, $1,300/month plus utilities. Available Dec. 1., in Peachland. Call 250-767-0136 For Rent Sunny, walk-out basement suite in Peachland, close to the lake, 1,200 sq. ft., 2 beds plus den, indoor storage unit, 5 appliances, new kitchen and paint throughout, parking for 2 cars, separate entrance, N/S. Pets on approval, $850/month plus 1/2 utilities. Available Nov. 1. Call 250-878-2193

THE DISTRICT OF PEACHLAND EQUIPMENT SALE The District of Peachland is selling a 1990 GMC Safari Van, white, mileage 139,438 km, 4.3l engine, fuel: gas, automatic. Working mechanical condition, formerly used by Community Policing. The van may be viewed at the Public Works Yard, 5379 Princeton Avenue, Peachland, BC, 7:30 to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Submit your bids in a sealed envelope to P.Palmer, Corporate Ofﬁcer, at The District of Peachland, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC , V0H 1X7 clearly marked “GMC SAFARI VAN”. Bidding closes on Friday, November 18th, 2011 at 2 pm.

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For Rent New 2 bdrm, open concept house for rent. Parking for 2, laundry, lots of storage. $1,050 + phone/ internet/cable. No pets. Call 250215-3521

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Storage For Rent Storage for rent, downtown Peachland, 5’ x 8’ & 10’ x 16”. Call 250-767-6348

Gel Nail Models Karen’s Place Hair and Body Works is looking or gel nail models for a minimum charge of $20. Call 250767-0276

Eavestrough Cleaning Roofing & Repairs Have your Eavestroughs cleaned out before the winter freeze-up. Call Todd Smith/Roofrite 250-767-6603

Get Your Glam On Karen’s Place Hair and Body Works - Get your glam on for Christmas from head to toe.Specials for November: facials - $50 and pedicures - $45. Call 250-767-0276

Reno Sense Home Repair Ltd. 25 years experience No job too small Including drywalling & texturing ceilings Fully Licensed, insured & W.C.B. Call Eric 250-767-2593

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OBITUARY

Allan Hall 1943 - 2010 There are such things as love, integrity and the soul of a man which cannot be bought with a price, nor die with death. We honour you, we love you, we miss you. Friends from Welkom

A wreath and candles will be placed at the Town Cenotaph. The Last Post and Reveille will be heard at 11 am on Beach Avenue. After the service at the community centre, the adults are invited to come for light refreshments at the Legion. The various youth groups will be treated at the community centre. There will be entertainment during the afternoon at the Legion and a sing-along. Remember some of those old songs? This is a time to reflect and to remember, each of us in our own way. The Grey Cup Game happens on November 27, with game time at 1600 hours. Come on down and enjoy the game with your friends, in the comfort of the new lounge. Monday, November 28 at 1930 hours is the AGM at Legion #69. This is the meeting when the new executive will be elected. Will a seat be saved for you? December 1 is the day that the early b ird draw occurs and lunch will be served. Hope to see you there.

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OBITUARY

In loving memory

Flintoff (Dot), Dorothy Irene Flintoff (Dot), Dorothy Irene of Peachland, B.C. passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 30th, at the age of 95. Predeceased by her husband Archie, and siblings Kathleen (Kay Gillam), Harry and Keith Watts. Survived by her ‘boys’ Brian (Marilyn) and David (Terese), her granddaughters Erin (Daryl), Kerry, Kaelyn (John) and Cassie, and her great-grandchildren Lachlan and Audrey. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, November 26th, in Peachland, with more information to follow. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem. com. Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299

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November 11, 2011

Communication key to Whitelegg by Dave Preston A one time Peachland councillor is seeking to get back into local politics to improve communication between council and citizens. "My major reason (for running) is that I believe this council has completely cut the public out with their methods," said Ken Whitelegg. Most debate on major issues takes place at morning council meetings and Terry Condon Whitelegg said, "It seems there's no chance for the working man to go to council meetings." Whitelegg, who served on council from 2000 to 2002, said he wants the public back in the process and get communication going between the public and council. There is some difficulty with staff too, according to

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Whitelegg. "It's an ever changing world," he said. "It's important to review the staff to make sure you have the right people in the right positions." Whitelegg said when he was on council, "We used to fill the meeting room. Where's that all gone?" Summerland has round table meetings where the public is invited and discussions are open, said Whitelegg. "I think if we open it up a bit and show the people we are interested, we can get them back," Whitelegg said. "This rubber stamp meeting at night is ridiculous," he said. Development has to be really controlled and the town's water management "scares me" said Whitelegg. He said Peachland can't afford a $50 million water system and believes the town hasn't had enough close chats with the federal and provincial governments and Interior Health about the town's inability to pay. "I'm for the bypass," said Whitelegg. He added that overall, lack of communication is the biggest problem facing council. "Everything is sort of assumed these days," said Whitelegg.

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