April 29 2011

Peachland April 29, 2011 Peachland, BC Volume 07 | Number 17

Local boaters called on to assist “Ice Pilots” Well-known for his work helping people trapped by the Drought Hill and Glenrosa fires of 2010, Scott Wilshaw found himself in quite a different situation on Saturday, April 23. When the lead director of the TV series “Ice Pilots”, David McIlvride, asked Wilshaw and fellow boater “Jim”, if they could use their boats as camera platforms so the film crew could get close up and personal with the CL215 water bombers, there was no hesitation. Wilshaw got very close and on one occasion got very wet. Normally, this type of boating behaviour is not recommended. Safety was assured by two-way continuous communication with the CL215 pilots and the skills of the boat operators. The water bomber pilots were using the lake to do their required annual recertification. The lake they normally use is still frozen. This provided Peachland with an unexpected air show on the Easter weekend. The docu-series Ice Pilots NWT can be seen on the History Channel and gives viewers a rare look at life “North of 60”. (Submitted by Barrie Hewer).

Photos by Barrie Hewer

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April 29, 2011

Okanagan-Coquihalla candidates speak out at All-Candidates Forum

By Cindy Fortin This Monday, May 2nd voters will go to the polls to vote for a new federal leader. In Peachland an All-Candidates Forum was held at the Community Centre on April 19.

Six candidates addressed the audience and answered questions during the two-hour session, all vying to represent the Okanagan-Coquihalla riding.

The six candidates are: Dan Albas (Conservative), John Kidder (Liberal), David Finnis (NDP), Dan Bouchard (Green Party), Shawn Upshaw (Independent Conservative), and Dietrich Wittel (Independent).

Conservative Dan Albas started things off. The Penticton council member and businessman, who replaced Stockwell Day in the riding, said his platform for office was simple with three key points. “Number one, I will listen to the people and take their concerns to government. Number two, I will be accountable, which means returning emails, returning phone calls, and showing up at community events so I can get that critical feedback. And number three, to always remind those in government that they must show respect to the people they serve, you, the constituents.”

NDP David Finnis, who works for the Okanagan Regional Library’s Westbank branch, has previously served three terms on his hometown Summerland council, which he said is an invaluable asset for the position.

“I’ve had to work with people with a range of political philosophies and I think that is one of the key things that came from that experience, is the ability to work with others and stand up for what I believe in.”

He cited a lack of civility and respect in parliament. “This is why we are having this election, because this government was found by the Speaker of the House of Commons to be in contempt because they refused to provide budget information on how much the fighter jets were going to cost, and how much the prisons were going to cost. This is a government that refuses to talk to parliamentarians and to the people.”

Liberal John Kidder, a former mine labourer, said this is the most important election that this country has faced in 40 years. “This government has a profound disrespect for the fundamentals of our democracy. Not only the lack of reporting to parliament, but about a culture of secrecy, a culture of control, a culture that is completely opposed to the principals that built this country.”

Independent Conservative Sean Upshaw, the 50 year-old, Edmonton-born candidate, now a West Kelowna resident, explained his Independent status.

“Many of you are aware of the fact that the reason I have to run as an independent, is because of a flawed nomination process that took place that didn’t allow all of the horses in the barn. Unfortunately this is all too common in the Conservative Party of Canada as we now see it.”

He added: “I am willing to stand up against these kinds of injustices, and bring conservatism back to its roots, back to where it really comes from, and that is being a party

Six candidates, all vying to represent the Okanagan-Coquihalla riding in the May 2 election, addressed the audience at an All-Candidates forum held at the Peachland Community Centre on April 19. From left to right are, Jean Saul, moderator, Sean Upshaw (Independent Conservative), Deitrich Wittel (Independent), Dan Albas (Conservative), David Finnis (NDP), Dan Bouchard (Green Party), and John Kidder (Liberal).

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of integrity, a party of honesty, a party that does what is right.”

The youngest candidate, the Green Party’s Dan Bouchard, a lumber broker, said the country is up against some very serious challenges in the 21st Century.

“Our reputation as a champion of democracy and human rights is fading out. We’ve been dubbed a “colossal fossil” for failing to engage the rest of the world in a meaningful response to climate change. Our youth are disengaged, many of our seniors and children are impoverished. Canadian household debt is rising and raises in income are not matching that, or the cost of inflation, or the rising cost of food and other staples.

We are on the fast-track of destroying what is left of our middle class and we have a Continued on Page 10...

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Council of the District of Peachland will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of persons who deem that their interest in property is affected by Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1600, Amendment Bylaw No. 1975, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. on May 12, 2011, in the Gymnasium at the Peachland Community Centre, 4450-6th Street, Peachland, B.C. In addition, written submissions may be delivered to the District of Peachland Municipal Office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. V0H 1X7, prior to the Public Hearing date. Written submissions will be noted at the Public Hearing, and will form a part of the minutes. Council cannot receive any further submissions after the Public Hearing is closed.

The District proposes to amend Official Community Plan Bylaw Number 1600, 2000, as follows: 1. That Schedule “A” of the Official Community Plan be amended by adding Appendix “D” New Monaco Area Structure Plan, attached to and forming part of the bylaw.

The applicant is proposing the above OCP amendment in order to develop a 125 acre property designed to be a socially, environmentally and economically sustainable self-contained mixed use community. The Development is being planned for a maximum of 2,600 to 2,800 residential units including provision of 10% affordable housing. The units range from large single family dwelling to multiple family terraced high rise apartments and 25,000m² (269,107ft²) of Office Hub and Retail Village to be built over the next 10 to 20 years the subject properties.

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Editor’s Perspective

The “Official Opposition Election of 2011”

By Cindy Fortin Editor ∙ peachlandview@shaw.ca Voters are heading to the polls on Monday, May 2nd, to choose their new federal leader. Or are they?

There is little doubt that our new leader will once again be our old leader, Stephen Harper. The question will be…will the Conservative Party of Canada achieve a majority government this time? It’s difficult to know. Like with the seventh game of the Canucks/ Blackhawks series, I think it will be a nail biter right down to the very end. And if they do achieve a majority, it will only be by the skin of their teeth.

The truth is…this election isn’t really about who will be the next captain of the country. That is about as certain as the sun rising on election morning. This election should actually be called the “Official Opposition Election of 2011”. Because that is what it truly is.

In reality, this election is, for the most part, between the current Opposition Liberals and the NDP. What? Our coalition buddies?

Michael “Iggy” Ignatieff and Jack “Scrappy” Layton may play nice in the legislature sandbox when agreeing on their displeasure with Stephen Harper, but like all party leaders their first priority lies with themselves, with their party and their constituents.

It reminds me of two girlfriends, best friends, who get together to talk and plan, to diss their peers, smile and hug when greeting, and commiserate when times are tough. Then a handsome available boy comes along (the official Opposition position), and suddenly the claws are out. All loyalties are dropped. (For the time being, anyway.) Something tells me they still have some coalition cards up their sleeves, no matter what the outcome of this election.

On election day I am far more interested to see if Layton can do it, than how well the Tories do. Will the recent NDP surge in the polls mean a bump in the seats? Can Layton climb that political ladder and get one rung closer to being the leader of the country one day? (Either Layton, or whoever heads the federal NDP down the road.) He has certainly paid his dues.

The NDP has never formed a federal government.

The outcome of this election will definitely be interesting.

And what happens if Ignatieff fails? He may find himself with some free time to play golf with that other guy…hmmm….who was it? Ah! Stephane Dion.

If advance polls are any indication, a high voter turnout is expected this time. Advance polling numbers in British Columbia increased by 84,500 voters this year over the last election in 2008. In the Okanagan-Coquihalla riding, advance polling numbers are at 8,095 compared to 6,018 in 2008.

Either the people of this country are determined to make a statement, or a higher number than normal are going on vacation.

May 2nd will definitely be an interesting day, and I plan to be front and center at the polls when they open, and glued to the TV watching the results during the evening. (Unless there’s hockey on, of course.)

Peachland Views Regarding the federal election…

Dear Editor: We think of Canada as a great democracy, but that is not the case. We are still more in a colonial mode.

Probably in the early days, the west was regarded as the breadbasket with a small population and of no political significance.

This however does not explain why Alberta, BC and Ontario now have much less “Say so” in parliament.

The population of Alberta and BC combined is now bigger than the population of Quebec.

The population, according to Stats Canada: Alberta has a population of 37809 million and 28 seats in parliament. BC has 4,5310 million and 36 seats. Together that is 8,2591 million and 64 seats. Quebec, which has a population of 7,9074 has 75 seats.

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This means BC needs 126,4 thousand voters for every seat. Alberta needs 132,8 thousand voters, more than any other province by several thousands for each seat. Quebec gets one for 105,4 thousand voters. If all things were equal, Albert would be entitled to 35 seats and BC to 42.

This discrepancy is ongoing. Mr. Harper tried to even the score when he became Prime Minister by adding seats in the parliament, but was voted down by the then Liberal dominated senate. It will need a change in the Constitution to change the rules. If we all vote for Mr. Harper, we might get a majority government so Mr. Harper can approach this issue again.

B. McNeill

Peek into the past This is the original house built by the Topham family, who came to Peachland 100 years ago this year. There will be a celebration of that on Canada Day. The house was located south of the corner of Victoria and Minto Streets. Fred Topham was a stonemason and the early needs for that skill included chimneys and water cisterns.

He also worked on the Kelowna Anglican church, erected the Peachland cenotaph, and was the mayor of Peachland in 1934 and 1935.

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Peachland Views The 60th anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong Dear Editor, April marks the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong – one of the most significant battles fought by the Canadians in the Korean War. As a member of The War Amps Operation Legacy, a group of committed young people who are dedicated to preserving Canada’s military heritage, I would like to highlight this anniversary.

On April 24-25, 1951, the 2nd Battalion of Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry engaged in the Battle of Kapyong. From their stand on Hill 677, the

Patricia’s managed to hold their positions and re-open the supply route despite tremendous odds and bitter fighting. The Canadian action at Kapyong stopped the Chinese advance in this sector of the front for the rest of the war and earned the battalion the US Presidential Citation for valour.

Canada sent 26,791 soldiers to battle in Korea.

More than 1,200 were seriously wounded and another 516 never came home. After the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed in 1953, the Canadians returned home amid little fanfare. There were no bands playing, and no parades. In fact, the Korean

War had very little impact on Canadians, except, of course, those who fought in it or who lost loved ones.

To mark this anniversary, The War Amps has rereleased its documentary “Korea: Canada’s Forgotten War” to regular and specialty TV channels. Part of The War Amps Military Heritage Series, it is also available at a cost-recovery price of $12 by calling 1 800 250-3030 or visiting waramps.ca.

Jennah Stavroff, 26 Operation Legacy Member, Victoria

Regarding the clean-up that was never cleaned up Dear Editor: Regarding a clean-up project that never was...well, cleaned up. I was in grade eight, and three other teens and I, as well as past council member Ernie Hurd, were set with the task to remove rusting old steel wires that were used to bind water pipes that fed from the old

dam. If I recall correctly it was about a month’s worth of work and after removing a 20-foot log, opening up the stream to spawning fish species, and two tons of polluting steel wire, I had thought we accomplished a great job.

To my displeasure, as I have been passing the spot over the years where the team hiked this wire to, it has not been removed. It’s been almost seven years now

Hot dog sale raises $2000 for tsunami victims Dear Editor: A big thank you to Harry Gough, Peachland Marketplace IGA, Tracey Boorman, Remax Westside and The Gasthaus restaurant in Peachland for their generous donations for our recent hot dog sale on April 21st for the victims of the tsunami in Japan.

We raised over $2,000 in two hours. Over $15,000 has been raised and will be delivered to Japan on May 12th.

and I’m left wondering, if it was so important to clean up the natural beauty and health of our town, why is at least a quarter of the rusting metal still sitting under the tree where it was left so long ago?

Seeing as the job was for both the Sportsman Association and the town of Peachland it is disappointing to say the least.

Brad Ginther, Peachland (Editor’s note: the drop-off location which Brad Ginther refers is behind the elementary school at the base of Tabletop Mountain, about 500 metres from the gate, up the service road.)

Sherry Mortensen, Coordinator, Keldon Electric hot dog sale

Peachland Legion #69 Mother's Day Tea at the Peachland Legion #69 on Sunday, May 8 2pm to 4 pm To remember all mothers The first 36 mothers to come will receive a rose. Come and visit the Legion and bring your mother! A light lunch and tea will be served

Workers for the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure scale the cliffs at the south end of Peachland as part of the rock slope stabilization program. Blasting of this and other sites from Drought Hill, south to Brent Road will take place May 3 until May 13. Travellers can expect some scheduled traffic disruptions.

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The Taneda Karate Dojo hosted its 10th annual Friendship Tournament in Penticton on April 16 and 17.

Athletes represented Burnaby, Prince George, Fort St. John, Chetwynd, Hudson’s Hope, Penticton, Peachland, Summerland, West Kelowna and Kelowna. The Taneda Friendship Tournament offers athletes an opportunity to train and compete with others who study Chito-Ryu Karate. There were a variety of talented athletes competing aged five years to 60+ years. Some of the athletes were national and world champions of Chito-Ryu Karate.

Pictured above, the boys won gold in Team Kata. From left to right are: Jake Semeniuk, age 9, Jasper Looman, 12, and Brett Michaud, 12. Brett is a Peachland resident, who also won silver in the individual kata and kumite.

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Commentary

Reflect on the pursuit of democracy at election time

By Bill Barisoff, MLA In a few days, Canadians across the country will be going to the polls to elect the next Government of Canada.

I believe we would all be remiss if we did not reflect on the tragic loss of life in countries such as Egypt, Libya and more recently Syria, as citizens in those regions have experienced solely in the pursuit of democracy.

Elections at all levels in most every region in Canada are often increasingly being decided by a smaller and smaller margin of voters. Locally we have many candidates who, like candidates elsewhere, have put their lives and careers on hold to stand for public office. I am hopeful that in this election citizens decide to become involved in the democratic process and cast a vote on May 2nd.

Aside from the upcoming Federal election, this year will also see local government municipal elections being held in November. As many of you may recall, (and in fact I know some of you even actively participated in the process) local elections were reviewed as part of the www.localelectionstaskforce.gov.bc.ca.

A series of recommendations ultimately resulted and while it was hoped that these changes would be incorporated into the 2011 elections, it has now been announced that these changes will be implemented in 2014 instead.

On Wednesday of this week, the BC

Legislature will again resume sitting in Victoria. I have received a number of questions regarding the status in the house of Premier Christy Clark who is not currently an elected member of the Legislative Assembly. As a former member of the Legislature, Premier Clark is welcome in the house as a guest, however only elected members of the assembly can take their designated seats within the house and participate in Parliamentary debate. On a related theme this will be an exciting week in Victoria as both newly elected leaders of Government and the Opposition will be in Victoria as the session resumes.

On a local note I would like to pass on belated best wishes that everyone enjoyed the Easter long weekend and hopefully had a chance to spend time with family and friends. Finally this week I would like to recognize Westbench area resident Lisa McDonald, who I am told for several years now has organized a potluck Easter egg hunt for children within the community. It is always refreshing to hear about people who give so generously of their time for the benefit of others, and in particular children. I would also like to remind parents of the upcoming Rotary International Okanagan Children’s Festival happening one month from this week on May 26-28. Thanks again to Rotary and the many hard working volunteers and sponsors of this great event.

WALK FOR POLIO 2:30 pm Sunday, May 1st

Registration by donation at the ROTARY PAVILLION in Heritage Park

Come and support the Peachland Wellness Centre’s Teen Volunteers in partnership with the Rotary Club of Peachland as they walk from Heritage Park to Bliss and back along Beach Avenue in support of POLIO. • Free “Walk for Polio T-Shirt” for Donations of $10 or more.

• Barbequed Hot Dogs will be served by Rotarians for a donation to the Walk for Polio.

• All funds raised will be donated to Rotary International and their program to eradicate polio in third world countries.

DRINKING WATER WEEK OPEN HOUSE AND WATER INTAKE TOUR The District of Peachland would like to invite residents to tour the water intake to gain a better understanding of the treatment process and how the water system works.

WHERE: Deep Creek Intake. Drive up Princeton Avenue to Pierce Street and turn left and follow the signs.

WHEN: Wednesday May 4th, and Thursday May 5th.

1 pm to 3 pm WHY: To celebrate Drinking Water Week YOU WILL SEE: How the water is brought to the settling ponds before it enters the distribution system; The water testing process; How the chlorination is put into the water; Poster Boards and information showing the future water treatment plant and reservoir .

That’s right – by age 50, women are making screening mammograms part of their regular health routine – once every two years.

Women ages 40-79 can book at the BC Cancer Agency’s Screening Mammography mobile service coming to: Peachland: May 7-9, 2011 Call 1-800-663-9203 (toll-free) to book.

Visit www.smpbc.ca for more information.

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April 29, 2011

Go batty in Peachland at the Meadowlark Festival

By Darlene Hartford Go Batty in Peachland is one of 90 events of the 14th Annual Meadowlark Festival. On Thursday, May 19 participate in an interactive slide show, kids’ games, and bat displays at Peachland Community Centre. Don’t miss the unveiling of Peachland bats in the Primary School viewed via newly installed cameras in The Roost. Experience an inside view to the habitat and behavior of possibly the largest Yuma Bat colony in B.C. Bat biologist Tanya Luszcz will dispel some of the common myths of bats and discuss conservation issues of bats in Peachland. At 9 pm Tanya will lead the audience outside to watch the bats exit from the Old Primary School for a night of foraging on insects.

Tickets are $10 per adult; one child is free with every adult. Tickets can be booked online at www.meadowlarkfestival.bc.ca. The cost of tickets for Meadowlark Festival events go towards conservation programs for wildlife in the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. Go Batty in Peachland is from 7:30 to 9:30 pm.

This Saturday, April 30, Peachland bats will also be the centre of attention at the Central Okanagan Naturalists Club Sunflower Festival. The full day event includes an evening information session at Peachland Little Schoolhouse on Brandon Lane, from 7 to 8 pm.

The cost is $5 per person, and is limited to 50 people.

Peachland Bats t-shirts and guano will be on sale at the Meadowlark Festival, Peachland World of Wheels, Heritage Day and at the Visitor Information Centre.

These are great souvenirs for family and friends. The 1 kg bucket of guano is the perfect gift for avid gardeners looking for green leafy foliage on their indoor and outdoor plants. Guano is available at $14.95 and T-shirts range from $15 to $20.

Peachland Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting is Monday, May 16 at Gasthaus on the Lake Restaurant. Peachland businessman Steve Allison will speak on Peachland Downtown Redevelopment and the Chirette Design Process. Steve was Business Person of the Year 2009 and his company, TNI Network Inc., was chosen Business of the Year 2010. The election of the 2011-2012 Board of Directors, Peachland Chamber of Commerce, will take place at this event.

Please reserve dinner tickets at peachlandchamber@ shawcable.com or phone 250.767.2455.

Don’t miss the biggest event in Peachland, Peachland World of Wheels Show & Shine Sunday, May 22.

Up to 500 vintage cars will be on display on Beach Avenue lakefront and walkway. Vintage boats will also be on show at the day marina. Restaurants, boutiques and vendors will offer car show specials at Cousins Park as well as downtown.

Then return to Beach Avenue on Monday, May 23 for the ribbon cutting ceremony of Centennial Walkway. Entertainment will be provided on the wharf at Beach and 13th Street, across from Bliss Bakery, and Heritage Park downtown. Watch for lunch and dinner specials at all eateries in celebration of Heritage Day. Kelsey Chmilar will continue at the Visitor Information Centre as a successful candidate for the Youth Skills B.C. Workplace Pilot Program. Funding through Canada - British Columbia Labour Market offers $2000 as an hiring incentive. Youths must be between the ages of 15 and 29. Employers can also take advantage of $1000. training fund to purchase training for the new employee. Contact Andrea Lindal, Marketing Coordinator, for more information or www.bowmanemployment.com/ysbc/, or phone 1.877.866.3100.

Even the President of the Peachland Chamber of Commerce has to get his hands dirty from time to time. Rob Campbell helped shovel bat guano into buckets to sell at the Business2Consumer Expo that took place earlier this month.

Photo by Darlene Hartford

BC Hydro upgrades to begin this week

By Cindy Fortin BC Hydro has announced they will begin performing upgrades on the electrical system that supplies Peachland as early as this week. The $2.5 million upgrade will provide a second distribution feeder line from the Westbank substation, in the hope of providing better service.

“There are essentially two things that we want to address here,” said Gene Bryant of BC Hydro at last Tuesday’s Committee of the Whole meeting of council.

“One is declining reliability. I don’t have to tell you that the last couple of years have been pretty hard on Peachland from the reliability point of view, due to forest fires, motor vehicle accident, things like that. The second point is the need for some more electricity to look after your growth.”

Currently Peachland only has a single distribution feeder coming from the Westbank substation, providing only one source of power, and it will soon reach its capacity.

“Essentially, if anything happens upstream of Peachland, downstream gets affected. You are at the very southern end of BC Hydro’s electrical service,” explained Bryant.

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Hydro crews plan to follow the old pole line, which mostly parallels Highway 97, rerouting only the areas that are further back and inaccessible by road. In the past the rugged terrain has led to longer outages as crews must backpack their equipment into those areas.

In order to make more room for the second 25,000-volt distribution line, existing 45 ft. tall poles will be replaced with taller 60 ft. ones. However they will have an improved appearance, with the lines condensed at the top of the pole to make it look a bit cleaner.

There has already been some minor pruning and vegetation removal, but BC Hydro is providing the District with a $2000 grant to help mitigate some of the impact, so that the municipality can replant some trees and other vegetation.

There shouldn’t be too much disruption to traffic or power during this work, said Bryant.

“With the construction there will be a little bit of noise and traffic delays, and the possibility of some short power outages. But this work is mostly done hot.

We can’t exactly turn it all off to do this work.”

The project will start at the West Kelowna end and gradually move south. BC Hydro expects it to be complete by October of 2011.

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Peachland through Tania’s Eyes

Eldon Kerbes of the Peachland Lions, second from left, presented local representatives of the Canadian Cancer Society with a special cheque for $250 on April 27, which was the official "Daffodil Day" for the Cancer Society. The money will go toward making sure each student at Peachland Elementary School receives a daffodil pin. At left, is Jean Saul, third from left is Shelagh Sarsons, and Linda Sarsons is on the right.

Photo by Cindy Fortin

Northwest Territory Ice Pilots training visible along Highway 97.

Amateur photographer and Peachland resident, Tania Simpson, started photography in 2007 and immediately found a passion for it. She chronicles the seasons, the people, and the wildlife of Peachland in almost daily photos of the area. View more at flickr.com/photos/ taniaseyes. The View will be publishing a weekly look at Peachland, through Tania’s eyes.

NOTICE: PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING & OPEN HOUSE Saturday April 30, 2011 from 1:00-5:00pm

Peachland Legion #69 Performing Saturday, April 30 at 7:30 pm UKRAINITZ Dance Band No cover charge

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You are invited to a Public Information Meeting (PIM) hosted by New Monaco Enterprise Corp. and its professional consulting team, to present a proposed development, located on 125 acres of land at the northeast boundary of the District of Peachland.

An Area Structure Plan application was submitted to the District of Peachland on January 25, 2011 for the properties located at 3599 Highway 97. The proposed Area Structure Plan will require Council approval prior to development occurring on the site.

This Public Information Meeting will present theEnterprise New Monaco Area Plan applicationhouse, for a proposed mixed-use Please join New Monaco Corp. for aStructure community-wide Please join New Monaco Enterprise Corp. for open a community-wide open development. Options for architectural form, character, streetscapes, views and height being will be where we will display concept acre property on acre considered house,plans where for we the will 125 display concept plans located for the 125 property presented. The PIM will be an open house, and the community is invited to drop-in anytime from 1:00-5:00pm. located on the northeast boundary of97.

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PLEASE NOTE: The meeting is being New Monaco in compliance with District of Peachland policy the requirements of the Local Government Act. Weheld lookbyforward to seeing you there.

Date: Saturday April 30th,and 2011 This is not a Public Hearing. If you would like more information, contact Mary Lapointe, 250-767-9000 or mary.lapointe@newmonaco.ca Time: 1:00 to 5:00 PM or bring your questions and comments to the meeting.

Date: Time: Place:

Saturday April 30th, 2011 Place: Peachland Community Centre 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4450 6th Street, Peachland Peachland Community Centre 4450 6th Street, Peachland

For more information, please contact Mary Lapointe of New Monaco Tel: 250-767-9000 or mary.lapointe@newmonaco.ca.

For more information, please contact Mary Lapointe of New Monaco Tel: 250-767-9000 or mary.lapointe@newmonaco.ca.

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Council Highlights Regular Council Meeting for April 26, 2011 2010 Financial Statements Council approved the 2010 Audited Financial Statements as prepared by the municipal auditor Grant Thornton.

2011 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1986, 2011 Council gave final reconsideration and adopted the 2011 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1986, 2011. The 2011 Financial Plan can be viewed on the municipal website at www.peachland.ca or at the municipal office.

2011 Tax Rates & Parcel Tax Bylaws Council gave first, second and third reading to the 2011 Tax Rates Bylaw No.1987, 2011 as well as Parcel

Tax Bylaws for 2011.

2011 General Election Appointments Council appointed Polly Palmer as the Chief Election Officer and Erin Boyes as the Deputy Chief Election Officer for the November 19, 2011 General Local Elections.

OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1976, 2011 Council gave third reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1976, 2011, which will include the Sustainable Downtown Peachland Plan in the OCP. Mayors Task Force on Climate Change Council appointed five volunteer community mem-

bers and one Council member to serve on the Mayors Task Force on Climate Change. This committee will be responsible for working collaboratively to engage in actions and programs which will help to meet the District’s Green House Gas reduction targets as identified in the Official Community Plan.

Capacity Building and Integrated Sustainability Planning Projects Council passed a resolution in support of the Capacity Building and Integrated Sustainable Planning Projects under the Tax Agreement General Strategic Priorities Fund and Innovation Fund so that the Peachland Renewable Energy Opportunities Study can be completed.

Okanagan-Coquihalla candidates speak out at All-Candidates Forum partisan political discourse that is ineffective, and I feel that we could be so much better than that.”

Dr. Dietrich Wittel, of Penticton, who also became an Independent candidate when he felt shut out of the selection process to replace Stockwell Day, said he is not a career politician. He has not put up election signs and doesn’t believe in door knocking and hand shaking. He trained in Germany 40 years ago, came to Canada because he liked the wilderness, and currently practices alternative medicine.

“I think this election is a big waste of money, unless it is about change and the future of the country. Our water, our resources, our energy and our lands are rapidly being taken over by foreign countries in Asia and multi-national corporations. I want to prevent that by enabling young people to get better education at less cost. I call that “Edu-care”.”

At times Wittel appeared to think he was at an All-Candidates Forum on the Comedy Network. When candidates were questioned about the disintegration of the middle class, he responded: “The sort of thing I’d like to do for the middle class…I’d like to see cheaper beer, like in Germany.”

On the same question, Bouchard responded: “I would like to support our middle class and our small business with the infrastructure necessary to be competitive in the 21st century. We need knowledge and creative-based economies. Theses are industries of smarts, these are middle class jobs.”

Said Upshaw: “One of the things that the middle class struggle with is being able to

Travel Advisory Update

Temporary Closure on Highway 97 near Westbank The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure would like to advise the public of a planned temporary road closure on Highway 97 at Drought Road Bluff and Brent Road, south of Seclusion Bay Road near Westbank.

The highway will be closed in both directions Tuesday, May 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to accommodate blasting as part of a rock slope stabilization project.

Travellers are also reminded to expect ongoing traffic pattern changes and minor delays up to 20 minutes in length from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday to Friday until May 13.

Please allow extra time, exercise caution, and obey all flag persons and traffic control signs through the project site.

make their money go as far as it needs to go. The Conservative Party of Canada has allowed income-splitting for families with children under 18 years-old, up to $50,000.

What that does it puts $1,300 a year in their pocket, for over 1.8 million individuals in Canada.”

Kidder replied: “The increasing gap between the rich people and the poor people is getting bigger and bigger every day, and the middle class is shrinking. It is not the way to build a country. Tax credits for small business, new approaches to Canada pension plan, new approaches to people whose incomes are lost when their companies are going bankrupt, we should have those things covered by government.”

Finnis would like to see tax breaks to large corporations end. “We want to get rid of that tax break that goes to large corporations that are doing extremely well and put that money into reserve funds. They’re not actually investing in jobs anymore. We want to give that tax break to small business. Because it is the small business people who create the jobs, and in that we can have meaningful work.”

Albas was last to reply: “I’d like to remind everyone here that government is a responsibility, not a benefit program. We saw the GST go from seven per cent, down to six and to five. That’s something we did, that’s money back in your pocket. We’ve already had a tax free savings account that’s $5,000 that’s tax-free. We want to bring it to $10,000.”

Affordable housing, poverty, education and climate change were also addressed by the various candidates, as was the infamous long gun registry.

The forum then wrapped up each candidate reiterating their platforms. The election will be held at the Peachland Community Centre this Monday, May 2nd. Polling stations will be open from 7 am to 7 pm.

ElEctrical improvEmEnts on Hwy #97 – GlEnrosa to coquiHalla BC Hydro is investing in the community and will be improving local electrical

MoTI Ad #816Bin- the West Kelowna area between the Glenrosa interchange and the infrastructure Highway 97 Travel Coquihalla interchange along Hwy #97.

Advisory Update The majority of this significant improvement project will be completed prior to the

Peachland View end of May 2011.

electrical system is mostly located close to Hwy #97 you can expect to see 5.04”Asxthe 5.71” (80 lines) significant activity on and adjacent to Hwy #97 between the Glenrosa and Coquihalla 3 columns interchanges. Both daytime and evening work is expected.

Lane closures and reduced speed limits are anticipated throughout construction.

Please reduce speed, drive safely and obey all traffic control personnel.

Your patience during this work is appreciated.

For project updates please visit the DriveBC website at www.drivebc.ca or call the Okanagan Shuswap District office at 250 712-3660.

For 50 years, BC Hydro has been providing clean, reliable electricity to our customers. Today we are planning for the next 50 years by investing in new projects, upgrading existing facilities and working with our customers to conserve energy through Power Smart.

Learn more at bchydro.com/regeneration50

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Food For the

“A Leap of Faith?”`

Don’t Worry, Be Happy

By Pastor John Rankin, Peachland Baptist Church When I was growing up in Vancouver we didn’t have much to worry about, even though we were quite poor.

We often had no vehicle, and so we walked nearly everywhere we went.

We only took the bus when we were traveling a great distance. When I was about 11 years-old I got my first bike, that was really bits and pieces from other bikes all put together. One pair of runners had to last the whole year and if they didn’t, then some cardboard was put inside them to conceal the holes. That didn’t really keep the wetness out though, and my socks were often damp.

That didn’t matter much, for I just hung them up when I got home.

Food was plain, but nutritious, and our recreation was whatever games we created for ourselves. The beautiful thing about all of this was that we didn’t worry about not having enough or having to keep up with the “Joneses.”

In fact, most people were like us. Consumerism had not yet taken hold of people...and Sunday was a day for church and for family. Stores were actually closed.

The black and white TV didn’t tempt people into hours of mindless entertainment, and shows like “Leave it to Beaver”, “Lassie”, and “Andy of Mayberry”, resembled the lifestyles of the people at that time.

Perhaps there was stress back then, but I didn’t see it. On the other hand, it is epidemic today. There are so many on the treadmill of life, trying to gain more and yet getting further and further into debt. Personal debt for many Canadians is at an historic level and many are struggling just to make ends meet. No wonder there is so much stress, which can lead to all kinds of illnesses, including strokes and irritable bowel syndrome.

There was a song written in 1988 by Bobby McFerrin called “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”, but the song never explains how to be happy. Thank goodness, the Bible does. I think it is high time for many of us to re-evaluate things. Matthew 6:24 says, “No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one, and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.”

The pursuit of material gain can easily enslave and become a master. In fact the love of money, and what it can buy is the root of all kinds of evil. Individuals have done horrible things to obtain it, and to keep it, and in spending it. It’s not the money itself that is the problem;

it can be used for many good things. Rather, it is the love of it and the pursuit of it that consumes the heart and soul. And there are very, very few that can handle it well.

No one can serve two masters, and certainly not when it comes to God and money. We cannot love both. To some, their belly is that master. To others, it is their glory and praise from other people. God says, “Be content with what you have.” But money says, “Get more and more.” God says, “Be honest in all your dealings.” But money says, “Do whatever it takes if you can gain by it.” God says, “Be charitable and give to others.” But money says, “Hold onto everything you have, don’t lose anything.” God says, “Don’t worry about anything.” But money says, “Worry about everything.” No wonder you cannot serve both!

Do you really want peace and joy and happiness?

Then trust in God and not in yourself, or your money in whatever form that may be. Matthew 6:25 says, “Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more

important and the body more important than clothes?”

Somehow, some people have lost their way, and focused more on the stuff, the gifts, than the giver of the gifts. They worry and plan about things years in advance, when they don’t even know if they will be around tomorrow. What a waste of time that would be. And besides, no one is going to take any of that stuff with them when they die. There is more to life than food and clothes and possessions. What about our souls?…and our relationship to God? And what about our treasures in heaven? These are things that will not fade away.

Those who seek the grace and comfort of God have nothing to worry about. Their primary concern is for their soul, and they know that God will supply all of their needs. For if He provides for the birds, then how much more will He provide for them? If He clothes the lilies with more beauty and splendor than the finest garments that we wear, then we ought to be satisfied with whatever clothing we have. Our food will pass through our bodies, the clothing will disintegrate, our bodies will decay and die, but our souls will last forever.

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Around Peachland

Chris Passmore started her tomato seeds three weeks too early this year, and found herself repotting 350 tomato plants that had grown too big for their cell packs. Her little greenhouse is filling up fast.

Hopefully, the weather will cooperate soon and she can get those plants in the ground. Wow! What a gardener!

Photo by Chris Passmore

Janice Haranchuk gave a hearty hug to the Easter Bunny, who visited with eggs at Turner Park, during the Slo Pitch game last Sunday.

As part of April’s Community Clean-Up, Westside Curb Appeal joined in to clean up both sides of Highway 97, from Trepanier Bench Road to the little bridge.

This little spring baby and his buddy enjoyed the tall grasses up Princeton, near Elliot Road. He was a little unsure of the human photographer.

Photo by Cindy Fortin

The Peachland Fire & Rescue team congratulate the victorious Gasthaus players.

Left: Six year-old Mya Krahn donned blue gloves to help in the clean-up effort.

Devin Smith, right, of the winning Slo Pitch team, received a birthday cake from his team, presented to him by Debbie Chesney.

Photos by Richard Smith

Centre: Peter Caruso, left, and 10 year-old Kanaan Krahn, in a team effort.

Above: Kanann, Mya, Peter, and Denise Krahn (taking photo) managed to collect four large garbage bags full of discarded refuse -- made up, in large part, by a lot of glass, cigarette butts, and fast food wrappers. Great job guys!

Photos by Denise Krahn

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Mr. & Mrs. Clean live here, pride of ownership shows inside & out. Gourmet kitchen, living room & dining room up & down (in-law suite), den, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Waterscape off large back patio, side patio & front deck “ALL” with lake views.

Lots here to see.

MLS®10005214

Lakeview Townhome 5300 Huston Road # 207

3984 Desert Pines Ave Very well maintained lakeview rancher with a bright walkout basement, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, kitchen has solid pine cabinets, beautiful park like setting with U/G irrigation, large .25 acre lot with mature landscaping, large covered deck for outdoor summer living. Only 2 minute walkout to the beach and Peachland Mall.

$449,000 MLS®10027168

‘The Terraces’ is perhaps the nicest gated community in Peachland. Come and see this 2 bdrm + den (or 3rd bdrm?) unit in this unique community and find out why it is such a stable & desirable location. 3 full baths & plenty of hardwood make this unit a pleasure to view. Natural gas BBQ’s are allowed so you can enjoy the lakeview from your private deck to its fullest!

MLS®10024602

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BRIAN GREGORY MACDONALD REALTY

living room & a center kitchen. Big & spacious room for everything. Call me to see. Very reasonable quality living that is close to everything.

Kelowna

250-212-7255

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2568 Tuscany, West Kelowna

Brand new walk out rancher overlooking 15th green, Shannon Lake Golf Course. 2 bedroom, 2 bath plus a den. Attractive hardwood and ceramics in Great room, maple Kitchen w/ granite. Generous sized covered deck over-looking 15th green. Full walk-out basement.

Hardi-plank and decorative stone exterior. RV parking. Over-sized 2 car garage.

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AFFORDABLE, QUIET, CLOSE TO AMENITIES. YOUR OWN YARD AND DECK! LIKE NEW! 2006 home with vaulted ceiling, skylights and all appliances. Open plan 3 bed, 2 bath in Family Park. Large deck to enjoy the Okanagan outdoors. Storage shed. Great starter home only minutes from Kelowna and West Kelowna. 5 year structural warranty remaining. Quick possession (30 day) is possible. MLS®10023676

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5206 Clarence Road, Peachland

GREAT VALUE IN PEACHLAND!

2093 Shelby, West Kelowna

Craftsman quality family home in a family neighbourhood! Superior building, high end finish, numerous features! Maintenance-free private back yard, spring-fed creek behind. Parks, schools & shopping nearby. Make this YOUR next door!

MLS®10026193

3963 Trepanier Heights Ave, Peachland

Fantastic 3 bed/3 bth rancher with basement features open concept updated kitchen/living/dining space with granite counters, s/s appliances, gas stove, hardwood floors & lovely water feature the moment you walk in. 2 large decks & plenty of privacy in quiet area on a no-thru street. You can’t beat this price!

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Leanne Cody 250-215-5028 leannecody@invis.ca

3787 Carrall Road, West Kelowna

Craftsman home with lakeview! Lot subdividable! 3 bed/3 bath family home, solidly built, HUGE yard w/ fruit trees and mature landscaping.

Maintained with loving hands, you’ll want it for YOUR family to grow in. Very close to lake, shopping!

MLS®10026353

1470 Ponderosa Road, West Kelowna

Great 4 bdrm 2 bath start home in good condition. Near schools, bus route and recreation centre. Big yard, room for kids. Incl. appliances.

Newer heat pump with air conditioning, new bathroom fixtures and kitchen/bathroom countertops.

MLS®10025164

241 5165 Trepanier Bench Rd. - Level Entry Townhome Open floor Plan with Spectacular views from every room, Upscale Finishing includes Maple Cabinets & Stainless Appliances. Huge Master with Ensuite. $519,900

REDUCED! AMAZING PRICE!

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MLS®10010394

Bryon Knutsen

(250) 863-1282 “Our” Community “Your” Realtor

• Director’s Platinum Award • President’s Gold Award • Master Sales Award KELOWNA

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5871 Victoria Street - Rare opportunity to purchase this lakeview acreage, quiet area, fenced and X fenced for horses, 5 flat acres, one level rancher 3 bdrms, 2 baths, open & bright concept, newer appliances, in ALR many business uses wonderful hobby farm.

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3186 McLeod Rd., West Kelowna Great 4 bdrm 2 bath start home in good condition. Near schools, bus route and recreation centre. Big yard, room for kids. Incl. appliances. Newer heat pump with air conditioning, new bathroom fixtures and kitchen/ bathroom countertops. $339,900

MLS® 10024843

MLS®10024554

Jackie Scott Peter Wannop John Kilpatrick Bradly Dillman Call: 250.768.2161 www.NextDoorTeam.com

$869,500

Larry Guilbault

MLS®10016335

Looking for an affordable home in Peachland? This is the one! Now listed at $149,900. Renovated Manufactured Home backing onto Trepanier Creek for year round enjoyment. Energy Audited home new Heat Pump,Windows and Insulation. Come have a Look.

250-826-2047

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5878E Beach Avenue Peachland, BC VOH 1X7

mikecadieux@okanaganhomes.info www.okanaganhomes.info Kelowna Properties, 120-1060 Manhattan Dr., Kelowna, BC

www.peachlandacreage.com

Office: 250-762-9979 • Toll Free: 1-877-264-2997

4048 San Clemente Avenue Completely Renovated! Awesome deal for this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in popular downtown Peachland location. Tastefully redone this is a perfect starter or empty nesters rancher. Kitchen features Island & stainless appl. Laundry/mud room combo with front load washer & dryer. Potential to build separate 700 sq ft garage/shop! $399,900

MLS 10026283

www.MrPeachland.com

250-707-4663