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Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance members Virginia Schmidt (left) and Patricia Dunn (centre) were among numerous demonstrators along the highway last Friday as part of the province-wide Forest March BC event. The goal of Forest March BC is to unite communities across the province around sustainable, community-first approaches to forestry management. The event in Peachland was hosted by the PWPA, a local activist group whose efforts are focused on restricting industrial activities in the community watershed.

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New zone and four-storey building approved for Beach Avenue JOANNE LAYH It took a bit of a rocky road to get there, but last Tuesday evening Peachland council gave a rezoning application final consideration and adoption to allow for a four-storey mixed use development at 4316 Beach Avenue.

The decision establishes a new zone, referred to as CR-2 (Integrated Residential - Mixed Use), and amends the zoning of the Beach Avenue property, located on a lot in between 11th St. and 12th St., making it the first CR-2 property in Peachland.

The outcome of the vote was anything but certain going into last Tuesday’s council meeting. Councillors Keith Fielding, Terry Condon and Pete Coolio remained against the rezoning. Councillors Mike Kent, Pam Cunningham, Patrick Van Minsel and Mayor Cindy Fortin had

supported the rezoning up to third reading, but when it came before council for final consideration and adoption earlier this month, Peachland’s mayor expressed a change in opinion and seemed to be prepared to vote against it.

Before that could happen, the community’s chief administrative officer, Joe Mitchell, suggested the matter be deferred rather than defeat the bylaw so late in the game.

Mitchell expressed concern about the possibility that it may expose the municipality to liability issues, so the decision was deferred until last Tuesday’s council meeting, when Mayor Fortin’s support for the rezoning was restored and she cast her vote in favour of it.

“It’s been difficult for everyone. Everyone has their own opinion about what should be built on Beach Avenue, the

heights, the densities, the setbacks, and not just around the council table but members of the community, of course.

We will never have 100 per cent consensus on anything,” said Fortin on Tuesday.

Fortin said Peachland can move forward and have development without losing its small town charm.

“I also spent a lot of time thinking about the legal ramifications and I feel that the cost to taxpayers to turn down the development at this stage is too great,” said Fortin.

Fortin was referring to the cost that would be placed on the municipality to reverse actions taken by the developer to meet conditions established at third reading.

At third reading a set of zoning conditions were established, which were subsequently satisfied by the developer: • Approval of the by-

law by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) on May 19, 2020; • A road dedication at the rear of the parcel was executed on December 11, 2020; • A community amenity contribution (CAC) covenant was registered on title on December 11, 2020, including an additional developer contribution of $15,000; • A pedestrian access statutory right of way was registered on title on December 11, 2020 to connect the laneway at the rear of the parcel to Beach Avenue; and • A complete form and character development permit package was submitted on January 20, 2021.

“There’s another cost that’s already been mentioned here tonight, and that is the reputation of our community as being difficult and anti-development. This is not good.

I believe in moderate development,” said Fortin.

Fortin said the divisiveness around what is appropriate along Beach Avenue has got to stop.

“I think this is a momentous day in the history of Peachland and that this is going to be a topic for discussion for a long time to come,” said Coun. Fielding.

After the zoning was approved, council also authorized a form and character permit to allow for construction of the development, which is proposed to be comprised of five residential units above four main floor commercial units.

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Cunningham said she is pleased with the look of the building compared to the first rendition that was presented at first and second readings.

Darin Schaal, Peachland’s director of planning and development services, said the

applicant did multiple reiterations to their design post public hearing to try to address as many concerns as they could.

“I’m quite happy with the effort that this developer’s put forward with the number of revisions that they’ve done with the feedback that they’ve received,” Coun. Kent said.

In his report to council, Schaal acknowledged that the neighbourhood is in the early stages of transition from a predominantly single family area to a mixed use area with higher density development and as such, the proposed building may initially appear to stand out in comparison to surrounding structures, but it is expected that over time the development will also act as a catalyst to encourage the further transition of the area along Beach Avenue toward the mixed use vision established in the Official Community Plan.

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Public hearing for Buchanan Rd development receives mixed response JOANNE LAYH A public hearing to receive community input on the rezoning and road closure needed to support a fifteen-unit building strata development proposed for the Buchanan neighbourhood drew a mix of support and opposition, with the majority of residents choosing to write letters rather than join in the meeting, which was held electronically last Monday.

The public hearing could not be held in person, due to pandemic restraints. Residents wishing to speak at the public hearing had the option of pre-registering in advance or calling in to speak during the meeting, which was webcast live.

Prior to the meeting, 18 letters were submitted in opposition to the project and several residents who wrote also chose to speak at the public hearing.

Those opposed to the project cited a variety of concerns, included the following: • Traffic; • Density; • Parking; • Beach access; • Privacy; • Creating a precedent; • Adverse effects to views of the lake; • Could diminish property values in The Terraces; • Changes the ambience of the neighbourhood; and • Targets empty-nesters instead

of active, working, full-time residents.

Seven letters were submitted in support of the project, for reasons including: • Would add to the appreciation and enjoyment of the beauty of Peachland; • Would be an upgrade to the neighbourhood; • Would further the appeal of Peachland; • Would add to the tax base; and • Purchased from the developer before and vouches for their professionalism.

Additionally, the neighbour to the north of the property called in to offer his support for the project.

The developer, Robert Moyer, and a representative also spoke at the meeting to address some of the concerns that were raised.

Back in February Peachland council gave first and second readings to the zoning amendment bylaw and road closure bylaw needed for the project to move forward.

The application proposes to rezone the currently undeveloped property opposite Davis Cove Resort and below Hwy 97 from Single Detached Residential (R1) to Multi-unit Residential – Low Density and Cluster (RM3) to allow for the strata project.

Prior to first and second readings, in lieu of a public information meeting, the ap-

plicant mailed a development proposal overview and project information sheet to properties within 100 metres of the subject property.

According to the developer, the majority of opposing comments received in response came from 22 residents living in The Terraces (located at 5300 Huston Rd), who expressed concern that their views of Okanagan Lake will be impacted. One of the letters submitted for consideration at the public hearing was said to be written on behalf of 22 residents of The Terraces.

In addition to rezoning, the applicant also proposes to close McKay Lane, a municipal roadway from which the property is accessed, and have the land sold to the two adjacent property owners.

Last month when the proposal was introduced, Darin Schaal, Peachland’s director of planning and development services, said McKay Lane only provides access to two properties, so it already essentially functions as a driveway, and there is an agreement in place between the two properties owners who obtain access from McKay Lane to acquire the land from the district to consolidate it with their own parcels. The two adjacent property owners each have an interest in acquiring a portion of the lane.

The rezoning applicant

wants the additional land to increase the potential density of the development while the owner of 5251 McKay Lane (the parcel to the north of the lane) has an issue with two existing structures that do not meet building setback requirements, which complicates future development opportunities. The acquisition of a small portion of McKay Lane would bring the existing structures into compliance.

According to a letter of rationale signed by the developer and the neighbouring homeowners that was sent to the district last August, the existing structures consist of a rental property as well as a “rather historic family barn.”

Should the McKay Lane municipal roadway be closed, the district would require a pedestrian access statutory rights of way of three metres in width and statutory rights of way would also need to be provided to BC Hydro, Telus and Fortis Gas, with all costs associated with engineering reviews, land survey, and legal document preparation and registration being the responsibility of the applicant.

Based on the preliminary design concept, the developer would be required to make a Community Amenity Contribution (CAC) estimated to be $28,155.

Also, in lieu of sidewalk construction along the Bu-

chanan Road parcel frontage, which is on the opposite side of the road to where the district is looking to establish sidewalk connections on that segment of Buchanan Road, the applicant has committed to make an additional amenity contribution of $15,000.

That amount, based on a civil engineer estimate provided by the developer, seemed quite low to several members of council when it was discussed at first and second reading,.

At that time Councillor Fielding also expressed concern about the height of the buildings (the proposed RM3 zoning allows for a maximum

building height of 11 metres) and the degree to which they would obstruct views to the west. Coun. Fielding requested something that would illustrate the impact the height would have on neighbouring views. The developer presented several illustrations at the public hearing.

In his rationale for recommending that council support the proposed land use change and road closure bylaw when it was proposed last month, Schaal said the rezoning proposal is consistent with the Official Community Plan (OCP) land use designation and will provide more housing options for the community.

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Resident seeks return to three-storey max Does anybody seriously think that dropping a four-storey building right between Ted and Donna Cave’s one-storey home and their neighbour’s one-storey home on 11th and Beach Ave. is good planning?

At the public hearing on this 22 people spoke - on in favour, 21 opposed.

We need to get council to listen to the people and respect the original plan for three storeys on Beach. This is not an anti-development stance, it is a responsible development stance.

You certainly don’t need four-storey buildings on Beach to finance Peachland’s infrastructure. That is a complete myth.

The concern is four-plus-storey buildings on Beach will reduce both the tax base from those behind Beach and the town’s overall appeal.

Who is going to visit if they can’t even see the lake from the highway much less park by it?

Nobody has a problem with a three-storey building on Beach, like the newly completed Shoreline on Beach. I understand it is a success. Friends live there.

The charette report was a great document and plan.

It said three storeys on Beach and five to six storeys behind Beach to Hwy 97.

It takes into consideration the views in the front on Beach not blocking the views of those behind and reducing land values and the tax base of the lots behind Beach.

It also takes into consideration the parking and limited land between Beach and Hwy 97.

If you choke off two-lane Beach by building high, you have permanent traffic problems. You can’t widen Beach between 1st and 13th.

And you can’t park underground due to the water table.

I know that for a fact as I had the joy of pumping out my basement on Beach in 2017.

Developers want to maximize profit. If you allow every developer to interpret the OCP in every application we will always be fighting. Their job is to get the most money out of the land.

Our local government has the obligation to put a check on developers’ wants by balancing them against the expressed needs of the taxpaying Peachland community.

Randey Brophy, Peachland

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Hillside sidewalks, not development Birds of Peachland - Pileated Woodpecker I would urge all Peachlanders to consider the plans that many developers may have for Beach Ave. and what those plans mean for Peachland. As more development occurs on Beach Ave., the less likely it is that we taxpayers in the hills get, say...sidewalks. It seems we have folks who come here and think, wow, this is a great place, why don’t I put up a four or five-storey building here and take advantage of the (formerly) inexpensive real estate. And in that way, destroy the exact thing that people move to Peachland for. In the meantime, they will proselytize how they are so looking forward to retiring to our quaint community.

We are all Friends of Beach Avenue however, it is apparent from the Peachtree (un)development, that there is no demand for this type of structure in Peachland. We don’t move here to live in towers with elevators, on top of commercial space. We have such a history of failed “from out of town” developments. We don’t need one more. I hope the proponent of 4316 Beach Avenue understands this.

Lloyd Stinson Sotas, Peachland

Task force member offers rationale for special projects coordinator position In order to achieve global emission reductions, everyone, everywhere will have to do their part. From the largest emitting countries, to the smallest. From the largest cities, to small municipalities like Peachland.

That is why the countries of the world made emissions reduction commitments in the Paris Agreement of 2015. That is why they are likely to increase those reduction commitments at the next UN conference in Glasgow this year. That is why oil multinationals are transforming themselves into energy multinationals and their CEOs are speaking out about the need to take climate action.

That is why the Federation of Canadian Municipalities launched the Partners for Climate Protection program to help Canadian municipalities do their part. The PCP has over 350 Canadian municipalities participating - Peachland joined this program in 2019.

For the district to take climate action, and to help Peachlanders take action, requires staff time and commitment.

The current level of climate commitment in Peachland, which is limited to being the staff liaison to the Mayor’s Task Force on Climate Change (MTFCC) and preparing the annual CARIP report, takes about a month of our planning technician’s time.

There is no additional time to contribute to the climate effort, and his planning tasks would benefit if the climate action component was undertaken by a different staff person.

Recognizing this need, the MTFCC proposed to the district the creation of a fulltime climate action coordinator. A six-page position rationale document was prepared, as well as a five-year activity plan. Our CAO proposed to council a combined position, partly climate action coordinator and partly special projects coordinator.

I am doing what I can to reduce my personal emissions. I want to see my municipality do its part in the climate change mitigation effort. This proposed position will help Peachland do its part.

Rick Ingram Member, Mayor’s Task Force on Climate Change

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Council approves $85,000 special projects coordinator position special projects and assignments; • Emergency response planning and management (e.g. Central Okanagan Flood Mitigation Planning Project, Regional Floodplain Management Plan, etc.); • Procurement; • Foreshore permitting; •Archaeological permitting; • Long-range planning (e.g. cannabis regulations); • Community initiatives (e.g. bat friendly community program); and • New projects anticipated through climate funding opportunities.

Existing Climate Commitments - 30 per cent: • MTFCC liaison role; • Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP)

JOANNE LAYH At last Tuesday’s committee of the whole meeting, Peachland council gave preliminary budget approval for a special projects coordinator position, previously referred to as a climate action/special projects coordinator position.

In his budget briefing to council, director of planning and development services, Darin Schaal, said the position will address a number of cross-departmental needs.

The approximate cost of the position is $85,037 per year, with key duties split into three areas: Special Projects Management - 50 per cent: • Project management for

development and implementation; • Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) reporting; and • Federation of Canadian Municipalities Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) milestones.

Economic Development 20 per cent: • Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission liaison role; • Economic response and recovery initiatives (e.g.

Peachland Recovery Task Force); and • Liaison to the visitor centre, chamber of commerce and Tourism and Economic Development Committee.

Schaal said the position will increase the capacity of the planning department

to focus on core work duties, such as processing development approvals and responding to inquiries from developers and the public.

Mayor Cindy Fortin supported staff’s recommendation to create the new position, as did Coun.

Mike Kent, Coun. Keith Fielding, Coun. Terry Condon and Coun. Pam Cunningham, with Coun.

Patrick Van Minsel and Coun. Pete Coolio both voting against the recommendation.

Coun. Coolio described the job as a “catch-me-all position” and suggested the work be spread out to other employees instead.

Coun. Van Minsel said in the last year between two hires for the water

plant, one in finance and the building and bylaw officer position being divided into two that has already added $350,000 a year in costs for staff.

He said other activities should be taken away so the department can focus on planning and economic development.

“We knew that there were going to be two positions added to the water treatment plant so to add those into the mix as being representative somehow that the district is being too rash with its willingness to expand its staffing is I think really misleading,” Coun. Fielding said.

“What we’re doing here is responding to a set of problems that were identified.”

When the position was

introduced to council last fall, Mitchell referenced a 2019 staffing review completed by the previous CAO, Elsie Lemke, which identified that there is a need for additional project coordination assistance to assist several departments within the district. He also noted that the Mayor’s Task Force on Climate Change requested the district create a new position to research available grants, complete application packages, implement programs or pursue other opportunities on the district’s behalf to address Peachland’s climate action goals.

It was his recommendation to council that the two positions be rolled into one.

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TUESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am - 8 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre INDOOR WALKING - Mask Required 8 am – 9 am Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre YOGA 8 am 50 Plus Activity Centre FLOW YOGA 9 am - 10 am Registration only; no drop-ins 4th Street Place THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10 am - 11:15 am Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre INTRO TO FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 11 am – 12 pm Registration only; no drop-ins4th Street Place

CHAIR ZUMBA 11:45 am - 12:45 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre AA 12 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre TRY IT FOR FREE: AYURVEDA AND YOU 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre COMPUTER LITERACY

By Appointment Call 250-767-0141 Peachland Wellness Centre

WEDNESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am - 8 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre INDOOR WALKING 8 am - 9 Am Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre BALANCE, CORE, STRENGTH AND STRETCH 9 am - 10 am 50 Plus Activity Centre

pm. Prizes for best decorated Easter masks . By donation, with proceeds going to the Peachland Boys & Girls Club. To register call Lynne at 250 767 6225.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM is a Canada Revenue Agency sponsored program that allows eligible individuals, who are not able to complete their income tax and benefit returns by themselves, to have their taxes done at no charge. Qualified tax volunteers complete and e-file taxes. The Peachland Wellness Centre is hosting this program; donations to the wellness centre are greatly appreciated. Call 250 767 0141 for a Tuesday-only appointment 9 am - 11:50 am until Apr. 27.

MARCH HISTORY QUIZ Enjoy fun in the fresh air and learn about Peachland as you take the March History Quiz. Pick up the quiz at the Peachland Visitor Centre and return it for your very on participant’s certificate. The clues can be found on signs, buildings, on the pier and at the museum.

Have an event or activity happening in Peachland?

Email editor@peachlandview.com before noon on the Friday prior to publication CHAIR YOGA 10:30 am 50 Plus Activity Centre BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church WE ARE HERE 1 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre YOGA FOR YOUR BACK 2:45 pm - 4 pm Registration only; no drop-ins 4th Street Place MINI KICKERS SOCCER 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre

THURSDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am - 8 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 9:15 am - 10:30 am 50+ Activity Centre Hosted by the Wellness Centre Beginners welcome BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-11:45 am Peachland Wellness Centre IRON AND SILK 11 am 50 Plus Activity Centre

INTRO TO FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 11 am - 12 pm Registration only; no drop-ins 4th Street Place BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church PASSION 4 ART 1 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre

FRIDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am - 5 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre INDOOR WALKING 8 am - 9 am Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre INDOOR WALKING - Mask Required 9 am – 9:30 am Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre THERAPEUTIC YOGA 9 am - 10:15 am Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre FLOW YOGA 9 am - 10 am Registration only; no drop-ins Fourth Street Place BALANCE, CORE, STRENGTH AND STRETCH 9 am - 10 am 50 Plus Activity Centre

CREATIVE PLAYTIME 10 am – 12 pm Call Jen at 250 212 6353 Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 10:30 am – 11:45 am Registration only; no drop-ins 4th Street Place GENTLE YOGA 10:45 am – 12 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church PASSION 4 ART 12 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre AA PEACHLAND FELLOWSHIP 7 pm - call 250 763 5555

SATURDAYS BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church

SUNDAYS FITNESS ROOM 12 pm - 4 pm Registration only; no drop-ins Peachland Community Centre

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