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The Peachland Rotary event “Celebration” with Marty Edwards and The Revival was a great success, with plenty of people on the dancefloor all night. The funds raised from the event will be going to support the new food bank building. The 50/50 draw funds will be used to support a nursing scholarship at Kelowna Community College.

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Mixed response to proposed multi-residential building on Clements JOANNE LAYH Peachland council was sharply divided in its response to a recent proposal for a four-storey 84-unit multi-residential building in the Clements neighbourhood.

At the Mar. 22 regular meeting Peachland council gave first and second readings to OCP and zoning amendment bylaws to allow for the development at 5481 Clements Cres., located between Peachland Elementary School and Trepanier Creek.

The application proposes to amend the OCP for a portion of the property from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Medium Density Residential (MDR) and to rezone the parcel from A2 Rural (non-ALR) to RM4 Multi-unit Residential – Medium Density and R1 Single Detached Residential.

“The developer is anticipating that their project will provide multi-family units that are considered attainable (under $500,000) for a median income family,” said director of planning and development services Darin Schaal in his report to council.

Schaal noted that in Peachland’s OCP the Clements neighbourhood has been identified as an area that is well suited for multi-family in consideration of its proximity to the elementary school, shopping, and transit.

The applicant, Porchlight Developments, is proposing a stratified building with an affordable homeownership model that includes a down payment assistance

program. The developer is proposing that the Community Amenity Contributions (CACs) from this development project, as well as their Todd’s Resort development, be put into a fund to allow for grants for home ownership opportunities. The proposal would see Porchlight make 16 units available in the Clements project for first time homeowners, which would cover approximately 75 per cent of the down payment required to purchase a unit in the building. Between the Clements development and Todd’s Resort, the CACs are estimated to total approxi-

mately $250,000.

The eastern portion of the subject property would be protected for environmental and future parkland/trail purposes, said Shaal.

The developer would also be required to construct a short road next to the school as well as parking stalls for the school and pick up and drop off spots along the new road during peak periods with a small cul de sac or bulb at the end of the road to help with improving traffic conditions during peak periods.

“Furthermore, a sidewalk from that parking area will

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trees in an environmentally sensitive area, traffic issues, and insufficient setback from the creek.

He noted that the town has affordable rental accommodations in the form of the Residences on 6th and the phase two seniors housing project.

“As things stand, there is absolutely no way I am prepared to support this for first and second reading. I think it’s a half baked plan that is not justified any of the evidence that the developer has so far presented,” said Fielding.

Coun. Condon echoed Fielding’s concerns and also voted in opposition to the recommendation.

The remaining members of council were generally supportive of the proposal, although most expressed concerns about the floodplain and how that would be addressed later in the process.

“I will be supportive of this recommendation. I think that the developer in this case did an excellent job. Here in Peachland we

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be established on both sides connecting from the parcel frontage and in front of the adjacent school connecting right onto the school site. This is something that the developer, ourselves, and the school district have worked on to ensure that all parties are satisfied and that would improve the safety conditions for children in the area,” said Schaal.

The Peachland Historical Society has recommended the new road be called Twiddy Street in honour of Martha Anna Twiddy.

The response to this proposal from Peachland council was divided, with Councillors Keith Fielding and Terry Condon opposed, and the remaining council members in favour of the development.

“I have so many concerns with this proposal that I hardly know where to begin,” said Coun. Fielding.

Fielding said it was “extremely inappropriate” for a developer to come forward with recommendations about use of CACs for affordable housing at the same time they are asking for OCP and zoning amendments.

He also cited concerns about the destruction of

close proximity. It does back onto a school, which seems to be appropriate. I do agree with Councillor Fielding that we require a traffic feasibility study to ensure that we have the appropriate information moving forward.

That being said, I do feel that this is an appropriate use of land for the proposed development.”

Coun. Pam Cunningham said it’s time to help younger people get into the housing market.

“I believe this is a good use of the land space as well,” said Cunningham.

“This is a unique idea obviously with the grant but keep in mind we’ve given property for seniors affordable housing, we did change the OCP, we waived all the charges for the elderly. Now it’s time to do something for young families who can’t afford to buy a house. I think it’s a great idea.”

Mayor CIndy Forin said she sees this as a “win situation”.

“I was actually quite excited to see this,” said Fortin.

“We need to support young

Keep in mind we’ve given property for seniors affordable housing, we did change the OCP, we waived all the charges for the elderly. Now it’s time to do something for young families who can’t afford to buy a house.”

- councillor pam cunningham

are desperately in need of some attainable housing as told by many, many of our residents,” said Coun. Patrick Van Minsel. “This is a multi-family development that will bring added value to our community. It’s a well thought out plan. The only concern I have is the floodplain but that will be addressed at the permit development phase.”

“I don’t see it as out of character for the surrounding neighbourhood,” said Coun. Mike Kent. “We do have a multi-dwelling in

families. We’ve supported seniors with affordable seniors housing and yes, we dedicated land to that, we forgave some DCCs and I understand that that was a significant amount of money.”

Fortin also noted that the proposed development would bring pedestrian safety improvements to the area.

A public hearing for the proposal is expected to be scheduled in the upcoming weeks.

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$500 FireSmart rebate to provide incentive for Peachland homeowners

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Last month Peachland council was informed

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the municipality was awarded $150,000 for the 2022 FireSmart program, which is 100 per cent funded through the UBCM program. Of that $150,000, one-third has been set aside for the rebate program, said Peachland fire chief Dennis Craig.

The residential rebate program applies to residential property owners or homeowners that complete eligible FireSmart activities.

Rebates are limited to 50 per cent of the total cost of the eligible activities and up to $500 per property.

“That can include roof replacement; they would get up to $500 back, as well we can claim their own personal sweat and tears doing labour on

their yard,” said Craig.

“It’s not just hard costs regarding the work, it’s actually labour as well.”

Before beginning any work, residents are encouraged to contact the fire hall as homeowners must have received a FireSmart or Home Partners assessment prior to conducting the work to be eligible for the rebate.

“This is new for us. It’s our first time offering this up. We have $50,000 allocated from our grant.

When the money is gone, it’s gone for this program, and we’ll reapply in subsequent years,” said Craig.

He also noted the opportunity is limited in nature and it is expected the program will be oversubscribed.

In addition to the re-

bate, the grant funding will be used for a number of other FireSmart related programs, including: • A joint TV commercial with West Kelowna to air during Global OK newscasts; • A review of land use and development in wildfire prone areas; • FireSmart and wildfire mitigation specialist training for paid-on call members; • FireSmart home ignition zone assessments and Home Partners Program wildfire mitigation assessments; and • Community chipping events and disposal bins in select locations for residential property or homeowners who have undertaken their own vegetation management.

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Congrats, Tyson LaChance sunflower contest winner The March theme for the Peachland Visitor Centre was Going Green.

People were invited to guess the number of sunflowers in the jar for a chance to win a beautiful basket of plants.

Participants also received a package of sunflowers.

The contest ended March 31 and after the 62 entries were checked, the winner was Tyson LaChance, who was just 14 short of the total number of 1,386 seeds.

Congratulations Tyson and hopefully our valley will be full of sunflowers, in support of Ukraine!

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Peachland council opposes MOTI plan to make Desert Pines one-way JOANNE LAYH Improvements for the intersection of Hwy 97 and Trepanier Bench Rd. may be coming sooner rather than later, suggests a recent letter to Mayor Fortin from Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Rob Fleming. However, with those improvements may come one big downside: the conversion of Desert Pines into a one-way.

“Enhancing safety along this stretch of highway remains a priority for the ministry,” wrote Fleming in the letter dated Mar. 16.

“Ministry staff will meet with you this summer to review the design improvements for the intersection of Highway 97 and Trepanier Bench Road,” states Fleming.

Fleming’s letter comes in response to a correspondence Fortin sent back in November following up on an in-camera presentation they received from ministry staff in October.

In that letter, Fortin stated district council has considerable outstanding concerns in relation to the ministry’s proposed short-term and long-term improvements, including the unpopular decision to convert Desert Pines Ave to one-way traffic only.

“Council strongly supports the signalization of Trepanier Bench Rd. at Hwy 97, but not the conversion of Desert Pines to one-way traffic,” Fortin wrote back in November.

“It is a modification that council, staff and fire chief all oppose, and that residents will likely oppose as well. In addition, we would also appreciate the ministry considering the construction of an improved deceleration lane on the highway for right-turns onto Trepanier Bench Rd.” At last Tuesday’s council meeting, where Fleming’s letter was received, Mayor Cindy Fortin says she’s very pleased the Ministry of Transportation and In-

frastructure are going to start working on a light at that intersection soon.

“It’s extremely important. It’s just taking your life in your hands, with the

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the ministry and reiterated all of the comments in Fortin’s letter.

“At one point they said, “Well, the fire chief said it was alright to make Desert

through with it being one way, but we’ll just say that the discussions are ongoing,” said Creron.

“We definitely need to keep on them about this,

It’s extremely important. It’s just taking your life in your hands, with the limited sightlines, trying to make a left out of there, and even a right at times.”

- mayor cindy fortin

limited sightlines, trying to make a left out of there, and even a right at times,” said Fortin. “Hopefully they are not going to make Desert Pines one way.”

CAO Joe Creron said staff recently sat down with

NOTICE OF PROPERTY DISPOSITION In accordance with section 26 of the Community Charter, the Corporation of the District of Peachland gives notice of its intention to dispose of land (formerly a portion of McKay Lane providing access to two properties), shown in bold and marked as “Closed Lane” on the diagram below. Council will consider approving this proposal at its regular meeting on April 19th, 2022 at 7:00 pm. Upon approval, the Closed Lane will be consolidated with the two adjacent properties owned by 1327758 BC Ltd. and Ronald Shaw, for the sale price of $42,076.60.

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Pines one way. We said, ‘absolutely not’. He said he’ll go up that road even if it’s one-way for an emergency, but we want to keep it two-way and he thought that it was putting people way around about to come

as we have been. At least they’re addressing it now, again, so we’re hoping that we’ll get some more information sooner rather than later,” said Fortin.

In the follow-up letter to their in-camera meet-

ing last fall, Fortin also noted numerous other concerns that included improvements needed for pedestrian and cyclist safety and input into the design of a retaining wall proposed after Drought Hill, given that this is the main northern gateway into Peachland and highly visible to the public.

Fortin also reminded the ministry that the future of Hwy 97 and a bypass is a missing cornerstone of Peachland’s OCP, and critical information for determining how and where Peachland will grow over the next 20 years and beyond.

In 2020 a representative for the ministry told council the existing two-lane section is not expected to reach capacity until 2040 and therefore there will be no recommendation forthcoming anytime soon about a preferred bypass or four-laning option from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure.

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LOCAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES STARS PIGGLY WIGGLY SANCTUARY open house at 5030 Cousins Rd. Apr. 9-10 10 am - 4 pm. Visit with pigs, chickens, ducks and roosters. Admission by donation.

The Peachland Variety Singers proudly present their spring concert, WE RISE AGAIN, on Sunday, Apr. 10 at 2 pm at the 50 Plus Activity Centre. Admission by donation.

HAROLD SHER LIVE MUSIC at the Peachland Legion from 2 pm - 4:30 pm on Sunday, Apr 10.

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BINGO! is back on at the 50 Plus Activity Centre, every other Thursday. Upcoming dates are: April 7, 21, May 5, 19, June 2, 16, & 30.

OPEN MIC AT PEACHLAND ART GALLERY presented by the Peachland Community Arts Council, on Apr. 21, and May 19. First session begins at 7 pm with an intermission before the second session. Refreshments will be provided, as well as wine for sale by our local Hainle Winery. Performers of all levels and ages are invited to participate, including musicians, comics, magicians, poets and spoken word. To sign up or for more information contact Paula McLaughlin at peterpaula76@gmail.com to sign up. A mic, speaker, and digital piano are available for use.

PUBLIC PRESENTATION: WATERSHED STUDY ON GOVERNANCE AND CUMULATIVE EFFECTS (PEACHLAND FOCUS) hosted by PWPA and presented by UBCO professors at the community centre Apr 28 from 7-9 pm.

SPRING SHOWERS runs until May 1 at the Peachland Art Gallery. Presented by Gabrielle Strong, a visual artist with a focus in ceramics and moody large-scale oil paintings inspired by scenes from the Pacific Northwest.

50+ FITNESS 9 am - 10 am ($5 Drop In) 50 Plus Activity Centre PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5) 9:05 am - 11 am Peachland Community Centre FITNESS FUSION LEVEL 2 9:30 am – 10:45 am 4th Street Place CHAIR YOGA 10:30 am 50 Plus Activity Centre DROP-IN ONLY PICKLEBALL (3.0+) 11 am - 1 pm Peachland Community Centre BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church PICKLEBALL (3.0 - 3.5) 1 pm - 3 pm Peachland Community Centre BRIDGE 1 pm – 4 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre WE ART HERE 12 pm - 4 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre MINI KICKERS 5 pm- 6 pm Peachland Community Centre SPIN, CORE AND STRETCH 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Peachland Community Centre DROP-IN ONLY PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 6:30 pm - 8:15 pm Peachland Community Centre

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Praying for a better tomorrow for all of us!

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Our building is closed due to Covid 19.

Our Church is open!

We meet each Sunday morning by Zoom gathering at 9:45.

Morning Prayer begins at 10:00.

Please phone to leave a message, or email for the Zoom link.

The Diocese of Kootenay: www.kootenayanglican.ca

CELEBRATION! EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE

April 17th at 10:00 am Fellowship to follow.

All are welcome.

Covid rules pending.

Zoom link on church website. www.peachlandunited.ca

Lake Ave at 13th St 250-767-9237 Sunday Morning Service 10:30 am PASTOR

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The Peachland Variety Singers at a February practice for Sunday’s spring concert.

JOANNE LAYH The Peachland Variety Singers are promising a positive and uplifting experience for attendees of their first spring concert since COVID, entitled We Rise Again.

At Christmas the group held a limited concert that was by invitation only, so the spring concert marks a full return for the singers.

“We’re really looking forward to it, and singing without masks. We only took off our masks about three weeks ago and all of the sudden, we could hear each other and it started to come together,” said Peachland Variety Singers director Phyllis Papineau.

“In two years we’re going to be celebrating 50 years as a choir, which is quite amazing, so we’re kind of gearing up for that,” said Papineau. “The songs we’ve chosen for this concert are what I’d call inspirational songs that everybody needs. We’re doing a song called New Beginnings and that’s the theme for the fall fair because after 100 years we’re starting again, and also after two years [of the pandemic] for a lot of people, they’re starting again.”

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We Rise Again at the beginning of COVID because of what they were going through as people on the front line, and I thought, ‘our choir has to sing that.’ It’s a tough piece, but We Rise Again is another one we’ll be singing.”

The Variety Singers will also be performing the Sky Boat Song, which is the theme song of the Outlander television series, as a special dedication to one of their members currently going through chemotherapy.

The Variety Singers now have two pianists who will both be accompanying the singers on Sunday.

One of the pianists, Terry Moore, is already known in the community for his sculpting and art. A second pianist, Joanna Wilson, just arrived from Creston, and is getting to know the community through members of the choir, said Papineau.

“The music that we’ve got we think will inspire people after what we’ve gone through and now especially because of Ukraine.”

The concert will take place on Sunday, Apr.10 at 2 p.m. in the 50 Plus Activity Centre. Admission is by donation.

Refreshments and packaged baked treats will be available at the event.

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