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February 24, 2012

Thorne Road water main extension on the horizon by Joanne Layh These days it is looking much more likely that municipal water will someday be pouring out of the taps on Thorne Road. That’s because a water main extension project that will bring municipal water to Thorne Road residents has finally been added to district’s financial plan. The decision to add the project to the financial plan was made by Peachland council at the last committee of the whole meeting, which took place on February 14. Thorne Road residents have been seeking municipal water hook up for decades, and in the early 1990’s, plans to extend the water main were drawn up but never made it past the design phase. Then in 2010, the water main was brought up to Hardy Street when it was extended over Renfrew Road as part of the Deep Creek bridge reconstruction project. Since then, Thorne Road residents have again approached the district with their concerns. Recently director of operations Doug Allin met with the residents to find out more about their intent. At their meeting it was determined that the residents were willing to pay 25 per cent of the cost to bring municipal water servicing to the area, Allin told council. Residents also indicated that they have some wells that are drying out and that they don’t

have suitable water for their properties. District staff have come up with a cost estimate of around $350,000 for the project, but Allin says that they haven’t yet done a geotechnical survey and the results of that could impact the cost. The $350,000 project estimate includes approximately 1 km of 8-inch water main, as well as the fire hydrants, valving, and design associated with it. The estimate does not include sewage line installation, which Allin says would increase the project cost substantially and in any case is not a pressing priority for the residents. “At the meeting, the residents said, ‘We don’t care about anything else, we only want to see the water there.’ They didn’t want to see the sewer. The road was a luxury. They just were really concerned about getting water,” Allin said. At the committee of the whole meeting, Councillor Fortin asked district staff why the area is not included in the water master plan. “One thing we need to keep in mind, when we look at these extremities of the community, is generally communities develop from the heart out. These areas here, I would have to assume, were relatively more affordable because they didn’t come with municipal water. They didn’t come with the provisions of the community, so we haven’t identified them

Phone: 250-767-2647 Fax: 250-767-3433 Web: www.peachland.ca 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7

Peachland, BC - Sewage and septic systems are not always the most pleasant topic of conversation but the District of Peachland wants to know all about it. The District is asking those area residents who have septic systems and don’t yet have access to sewer hook-up for their input to help determine future sewer lines. A questionnaire is being sent to each affected property owner. “If you receive a questionnaire, please take a few minutes and fill it out. It’s an important piece of information that will help us plan for the future expansion of Peachland’s sanitary sewer network,” says Doug Allin, Director of Operations with the District of Peachland. As a first step in the Sewer Phasing Plan, the District needs to learn the status, as well as the range and severity of any problems with existing on-site septic systems. The information will then be used to update the Sewer Phasing Plan to ensure that critical, environmentally sensitive and more urgent areas are prioritized for sewer installation. The Sewer Phasing Plan will help determine when sewer lines will be installed in certain neighbourhoods. The information will also be used on applications for crucial provincial and federal government grants that will partially fund the sewer projects. So what happens next? The information will be gathered, a draft plan developed and then presented at an open house later this year. Watch for announcements about the open house in the local media and at www.peachland.ca. Please watch your mailbox. Read and answer your questionnaire carefully and return the completed form to the District of Peachland on or before February 29, 2012. To return your completed questionnaire, simply: Fax to 250-767-6370 Drop off or mail to District of Peachland office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, V0H 1X7 Scan and email to projects@peachland.ca Email us at projects@peachland.ca to request an electronic version of the form you can complete online and send back via email. If you are on a septic system and haven’t received a questionnaire, simply contact Public Works staff at 250-767-2108 or email projects@peachland.ca.

in any sort of master plan. The same could be said for Seclusion Bay and the New Monaco property,” Allin explained to council. “What we need to do when we update the water master plan is look at these properties and say, ‘let’s include them into our horizons’ and then identify that horizon so that when customers do come forward to us, such as the residents of Thorne Road, we can say we’ve identified it in this time frame so that when they’re purchasing the property they can look and say, ‘Do I want to purchase that property without the supply of municipal services?’” “I would like to go back 30 years and say why wasn’t the developer required to extend the water main into that area? But there were probably different development standards at that time,” Allin went on to say. Allin also suggested that there have been discussions with council in the past about identifying the orphaned areas of the community in the water master plan and moving forward with a strategy, though no time frame as to when that might happen was brought forward.

While the Thorne Road residents haven’t been paying for water, they have for several years been assessed a property parcel tax for the water master plan, the development of the water treatment plant, and the development of the long-term use of water in the community, Allin said. Mayor Fielding remarked that it seems unfair that those residents are required to pay parcel taxes towards a plan that doesn’t include their area. “The Thorne Road residents for almost 30 years have been vocal about wanting to be hooked up to the water . . . it is time to give them their water,” Councillor Fortin said. If it moves forward, the project would impact nine existing units and one more that is under construction. Peachland council is currently in the process of this year’s ongoing budget discussions. While they have agreed to add the water main project to the financial plan, it is still undecided whether the project will make it into the 2012 budget, so the residents of Thorne Road could be waiting a long time yet before they receive municipal water.

District seeks Morrison Park input by Joanne Layh District plans to install playground equipment at Morrison Park are now being reconsidered following numerous complaints from local residents who say that Morrison Park is particularly unsuitable for play equipment. As a result of this opposition, district council have decided to hold an open house to gather further public input before proceeding with the installation. “There is clearly some strong mounting opposition for this and rather than

just plow ahead with it, I came to the conclusion that it would be helpful to have some kind of a consultation process of some sort to identify whether that is the best site for it or if there is an alternate that would be better,” Mayor Fielding told council at the last committee of the whole meeting. A public open house regarding the plans for equipment installation at Morrison Park will take place between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Monday, March 5 in council chambers at the Peachland Community Centre.

Sewage hook up, anyone? By Joanne Layh Residents who don’t have access to sewer hook up will get their say about future sewer lines in the form of a questionnaire that is hitting mailboxes this month. The district has issued a questionnaire to all Peachland residents who don’t have access to sewer hook up, seeking their feedback on the status and level of satisfaction they have with their current septic systems. The information gathered from the questionnaires will be used to help determine future sewer line priorities. The information will also be included in applications for provincial and federal government grants that could partially fund the sewer projects. “If you receive a questionnaire, please take a few minutes and fill it out. It’s an important piece of information that will help us plan for the future expansion of Peachland’s sanitary sewer network,” di-

rector of operations Doug Allin says. The deadline to submit your response to the District of Peachland is February 29. Residents can return their completed questionnaire by the following methods: • Fax to 250-767-6370; • Drop off or mail to District of Peachland office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, V0H 1X7; • Scan and email to projects@peachland.ca; or • Email projects@peachland.ca to request an electronic version of the form that can be completed and send back via email. The questionnaire is being sent to affected property owners only. Anyone without access to sewer hook up who was missed can obtain a questionnaire by contacting the public works department at 250-767-2108 or projects@ peachland.ca. District staff say a draft of the sewer phasing plan will be presented to the public at an open house later this year.

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February 24, 2012

Regular council meeting highlights - February 14, 2012 by Erin Hayman Pentowna Marina – development permit application The Pentowna Marina development permit application was deferred to the February 28, 2012 regular council meeting. Zoning Bylaw No. 1375 Amendment Bylaw No. 1810 – Hangingstone Council rescinded second reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 1375 Amendment Bylaw No. 1810, and amended the bylaw to include references for density bonus provisions for affordable housing and additional market housing units. Council gave second reading as amended, and scheduled a public hearing for Bylaw No. 1810 on February 28, 2012. Building Bylaw Amendments No. 2016 Council gave final reconsideration and adopted Building Bylaw No. 1547 Amendment Bylaw No. 2016, 2012,

which makes provisions for construction projects commencing without appropriate permits. Directional signs Council passed a resolution directing staff to look into a way-finding directional sign bylaw in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce. Gratis facility use - Peachland Fire Brigade Council gave gratis facility use of Cousins Park and the community centre banquet room for the Peachland Fire Brigade schmockey tournament, which was held on February 12, 2012. Morrison Park public open house Council passed a resolution directing staff to organize a public open house to provide the community with an opportunity to voice their support and/or concerns regarding the installation of playground equipment at Morrison Park. If you would like to receive council highlights by email please contact Erin Hayman at ehayman@peachland.ca.

Peachland Mayor and Council would like to invite community volunteers to a Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast Thanks for making Peachland a better place to be!

Friday, March 2, 7:00-9:00 am Peachland Community Centre RSVP: 250-767-2133

Phone: 250-767-2647 Fax: 250-767-3433 Web: www.peachland.ca 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7

SPIRIT OF PEACHLAND AWARDS District of Peachland Civic Awards There is so much to celebrate in Peachland. We live in a vibrant community where volunteers deliver services and contribute so much to the quality of life. Each year, residents are recognized for their service through the “Peachland Civic Awards”. Nominations are currently being accepted for the following awards: Peachland Excellence Awards: A Peachland resident, youth and/or group who gave significant service or had a significant achievement in a specific category during the past year. Categories include but are not restricted to: Arts, Culture, Sports, Recreation, Heritage, Environment & Conservation, Community Inclusion or Accessibility, Volunteerism, Leadership, Health Promotion, and Community Spirit. Other categories can be created by the nominee but will be judged by the committee as to their merit. Unsung Hero: An individual whose everyday actions and quiet efforts have made a significant impact on the lives of others. Lifetime Service: A Peachland resident or group, in recognition of a minimum of 15 years dedicated service to the community. Citizen of the Year: A Peachland Resident making the greatest contribution to the improvement of the community. Youth Citizen of the Year: A School age youth who demonstrates outstanding leadership or makes a significant contributions to youth and/or the community. Wedding Anniversary: Awarded upon request, to Peachland residents celebrating their 50, 60 or 70th Wedding Anniversary. Freedom of the Municipality: Granted to Peachland residents who have reached their 100th birthday or to residents who have lived in Peachland for more than 75 years. Nomination forms are available online at www.peachland.ca or at either the Municipal Office or the Community Centre. You can also request a copy of the nomination form at eboyes@peachland.ca Please return nomination forms no later than Friday, March 30, 2012 to either the Municipal Office or the Community Centre. You can either drop off, mail, fax or email nominations. **Phone in nominations will not be accepted. Peachland Community Centre 4450 6th Street, Peachland. Fax: 250-767-9597

Phone: 250-767-2647 Fax: 250-767-3433 Web: www.peachland.ca 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7

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 their interest in the property is affected by Zoning Bylaw No. 1375, Amendment Bylaw No. 1810 at 6:00 p.m. on February 28, 2012 in the Council Chambers located at Peachland Community Centre, 4450-6th Street, Peachland, B.C. The District proposes to amend Zoning Bylaw Number 1375, 1996, as follows: By changing the zoning designation of Lot 9, DL 1183, ODYD, Plan 117, and Block 29, DL 490, ODYD, Plan 125, Except Parcel B on Plan B103, and Plans 28891 and KAP47623, civic addresses 6026 Highway 97 and 5976 Princess Street from R-1 (Single Family Residential), RR-1 (Rural Residential) and C-3 (Highway Service Commercial) zone to R-4 Multiple Family Residential Medium Density; as shown on Map “A” attached to and forming part of Bylaw No. 1810.

District of Peachland Municipal Office 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland. Fax: 250-767-3433 Download nomination form at www.peachland.ca, or email eboyes@peachland.ca Get Involved: If you are a member of a Peachland Community Group you can help form the Spirit of Peachland Awards Committee. This committee will review the nominations and make recommendations to council regarding the winners. For more information or to volunteer on the Committee contact Cheryl at 250-767-2133. District of Peachland Civic Awards will be held on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 7:00 pm at the Peachland Community Centre, 4450 6th Street. For more information, contact Pelma at 250-767-2133.

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The proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1810 may be inspected at the Municipal Office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) Monday to Friday inclusive, excluding Statutory Holidays, from February 15, 2012 to February 28, 2012. Take notice that the above describes the general intent of the proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw which have been read First and Second Times by the Council of the Corporation of the District of Peachland. This synopsis is not intended to be, and is not to be, understood as an interpretation of the Bylaw.

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February 24, 2012

Opinion

Peek into the Past

Unrealistic expectations

uch has been said lately about Old Age Security (OAS) benefits. From what I’ve observed, most of the voices speaking out belong to people who are at or approaching retirement age – people who feel angry that Canadians will now have to work “an extra two years”. I suspect that if the government does bump the retirement age up to 67, it will not come into full effect for at least five or 10 years, in which case many of the people who have concerns about it today will not be greatly impacted by the change, if at all. In my view, raising the age of retirement is just the right thing to do. If when OAS was created in 1952, the average life expectancy was 66 for men and 71 for women and the age of eligibility was 70, it stands to reason that very few people benefitted from the program. I imagine that when OAS was created, the idea behind it was to prevent frail and weakened elderly people from having to continue working beyond the point where it was healthy or proper for them to do so anymore. I believe that offering OAS to people in the last stage of life was also intended as a way to honour our elders, which is not something I disagree with at all. However, if the average life expectancy continues to go up as it has, it won’t be too long before people are living into their 90’s, which at today’s current retirement age, would give them almost 30 years of retirement. I think 30 years of retirement is great if you have the money to do it. But when you consider that most people are supported for approximately the first 20 years of life and then spend 45 years working (that’s if they never become unemployed or take maternity benefits) it means that at this rate people would be spending less than half of their life in the workforce. As someone who expects to be in the workforce for the next 30 years or longer, these statistics concern me because I’m one of the taxpayers who will be burdened with paying for this extravagance. Somewhere along the way the boomers decided that because they have paid into the program for years, it means they are entitled to a long, rich, and comfortable retirement. I disagree. I think OAS should be available to people for the final years of life, not the last third of it. That said, I do believe we should ensure that there are programs in place to take care of the most poor and vulnerable seniors, rather than wasting money topping up the retirement plans of the most wealthy. While working for less than half of your life sounds good, it isn’t a realistic or sustainable idea, especially when one generation is benefitting at the expense of another. by Joanne Layh

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God save our Queen On June 2,1953 every elementary student at Peachland School received the bronze commemorative coin shown here, along with a silver spoon. Soon after this, likely in the fall, a coronation picture of Queen Elizabeth II was placed prominently in the classroom. Photo courtesy the Peachland Historical Society

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Hearts Festival support much appreciated Dear Editor, On behalf of the Peachland Community Arts Council I would like to thank everyone for the success of the Hearts Festival that took place between February 13 and 19. It was truly a community effort. From the kick off on Monday with the Variety Singers mini concert, to the Peachland Quilters open house, to Chris Boyle’s poetry reading at the public library, to the youth drama, to the Pincushion Quilters’ workshop, to the Wellness Centre’s Sunshine Singers, to the Art Group’s workshop with Richard Smith, to the Youth Choir, to the 50 Plus Friday Art Group, to the artisan showcase and Little Schoolhouse workshops, Peachlanders were involved. Attendance was up considerably from last year and we appreciated the positive feedback. There were 227 exhibitors in the showcase, which included paintings, drawings, pottery, fabric arts, photography, glass and felting. Christel Davidsen’s key-

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board renderings were greatly enjoyed. The food was fabulous. Thank you to all those who donated the beautiful door prizes and to New Monaco for the prize money for the literary competition. Congratulations to all the winners of the competition and to Raine Wakefield (visual arts) and Pip Dryden (performing arts), the recipients of the Bob Sugden Memorial Arts Award. To Mayor Keith Fielding, who officially opened the artisan showcase, we extend our appreciation for the support of the District of Peachland. Thank you also to the Peachland View and Peachland Rotary Club for publicity. Most of all we thank all the volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event happen and to all the artists - visual, performing, and literary - who graciously shared their time and talents to enrich this community. Phyllis Papineau, Peachland

Sliding down a dangerous and slippery slope Dear Editor, Those four little words that most people hate come to my mind: I told you so. I would love to say that to all the Opposition MP’s who are now clamouring about Bill C-30, the electronic surveillance law being put before parliament. I warned all who would listen that passing Bill C-68, the Firearms Act, was starting down a very dangerous and slippery slope. The same people who trampled on the rights of firearms owners, are now crying foul over the warrantless searches the police will be able to do at will on Canadian internet users.

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How do you like it? It was okay for police to be able to conduct warrantless searches, demand that you help them search and produce anything that could help them lay charges if you were a firearms owner. So now I say why is it so different when the “rights” of internet users are being trampled on? We are sliding down that slippery slope and it’s going to hurt when we hit the bottom. Where is the bottom?

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Proposed OAS policy is hardly extreme or idealogical Dear Editor, I would like to respond to the comments from the Liberal Party of Canada finance critic, MP Scott Brison as they appeared in the February 17th Peachland View. Mr. Brison would have you believe that the Conservative government that has made record increases to the GIS program in support of low income seniors and also introduced pension income splitting, in addition to increasing the age credit would somehow “raid” the OAS program to pay for an “extreme ideological agenda.” For the record, nothing could be further from the truth. What is more important is to recognize the facts that Mr. Brison and his federal Liberal friends have chosen to overlook.

In 1975 there was a ratio of seven working taxpayers for every retired senior. Today that ratio is down to four taxpayers per retired senior and, most importantly, by 2030 that ratio will be further reduced down two taxpayers per retired senior. Why does this matter? Close to 50 per cent of all government revenue currently comes from income taxes. While the Liberal finance critic may believe that limitless increased program spending is always affordable, one also has to ask where that money will come from. It is a fact that there will be significantly fewer working taxpayers paying the bill for increased future spending. It is not unlike a party of 10 having a dinner together. If the bill is shared between seven at the table it is far more manageable then if the bill were to be shared solely by two. Recognizing this is not part of an

“extreme ideological agenda” but rather is the reality that future Canadian taxpayers will be facing. Mr. Brison and the Liberal Party of Canada may not think it is important to be proactive in addressing the future changes to Canadian demographics, however our government respectfully disagrees. I should also add that no actions have been taken. No senior currently collecting OAS benefits will be impacted in any way, and likewise no citizens currently close to retirement would be affected by any proposed change. Ultimately, this is a discussion about securing future retirement benefits in a manner that Canadian taxpayers can afford, and is a topic that our government believes is an important one. Dan Albas, MP, Okanagan-Coquihalla

B.C. homebuyers could beneﬁt from new housing tax rebate MLA Bill Barisoff – Commentary

ther information, do not hesitate to contact my office. On a different theme, the call for nominations has gone out for the Order of British Columbia. The OrThe B.C. legislature has again resumed session der of B.C. recognizes citizens who have served with and this week will also see the introthe greatest distinction and excelled in duction of the next B.C. budget. While any field of endeavour that benefits the on the topic of budget related discuspeople of British Columbia. The Order sion, last week the minister of finance of B.C. represents the highest form of announced new tax relief measures for recognition the province can extend purchasers of new homes. The B.C. to its citizens. The deadline for nominew housing tax rebate will, as of April nation is Mach 10, 2012 and further 1, 2012, apply to new home purchases information can be found online at orup to a maximum value of $850,000. derofbc.gov.bc.ca. This increase in the threshold means Last week another phase of affordthat close to 90 per cent of newly built able housing for seniors opened in the homes will now be eligible for a procommunity of Naramata. This was the vincial HST rebate of up to $42,500. second phase of affordable housing MLA Bill Barisoff It is important to note that this rebate in the community and came at a cost only applies to new home purchases, as to taxpayers of $720,000. The nonpre-existing home were not subject to HST. For fur- profit Christopher Housing Society will manage it.

I mention this project in large part because it very likely would not have occurred were it not for the first phase. Phase one was a very creative effort that ultimately was the result of considerable efforts being undertaken by a volunteer group of citizens who shared a vision to create affordable senior’s housing in Naramata. Although this group of volunteers was not involved in the second phase, I believe it is important to recognize their contribution towards this important project. Finally, this week I would like to congratulate the Grade Eight students at Holy Cross School who achieved the highest score in Canada on the recent Canadian citizenship challenge. This is a great result by Penticton students and I would like to recognize teacher Michele Cumberland for this achievement. In next week’s report I will discuss the B.C. budget at length. Please note that the B.C. budget information will be available online at the B.C. government website at www2.gov.bc.ca.

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February 24, 2012

From the mayor’s desk

Vital to revitalize the downtown by Mayor Keith Fielding

Monica and Bianca thank everyone for their support and donations in the Teens for Jeans drive. They collected 81 pairs of jeans and look forward to doing the drive again next year! Contributed photo

Final Notice: Hired Equipment Registration Okanagan Shuswap District The Okanagan Shuswap District of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is creating its list of registered Equipment for Hire for the fiscal year of 2012/2013, which begins April 1, 2012. This area geographically covers the area from the United States border, east to Osoyoos, west of Princeton and north of Salmon Arm. All individuals or companies registered in 2011 will have received invitations by mail to re-register hired equipment for 2012. If you have new equipment to be added to your profile, you can register online at www.bcbid.ca or contact the District Office in Kelowna to obtain the appropriate forms. Any individuals who were not registered in 2010/2011, but wish to have equipment listed are hereby invited to contact the District Office, either in person or by phone, to obtain the appropriate registration forms. Note that while you do not need to have Commercial (Comprehensive) General Liability Insurance or up-to-date WorkSafe BC coverage to register, you will have to meet these requirements prior to working on any ministry projects.

that vision and plan was incorporated into the Beach Avenue neighbourhood I am very pleased that plans are suffi- plan, and today it serves as a blueprint for ciently advanced to allow for this week’s future redevelopment of the area. public information session This week’s unveiling of regarding a major downa proposed multi-use detown redevelopment provelopment on the site of posal. the Edgewater Inn and the Downtown revitalizaadjacent restaurant propertion has long been a county is, I believe, an extremecil priority - not just bely important step forward cause a healthy and vibrant in the realization of that vidowntown core serves to sion. Including as it does, fuel our economic well-beground level retail space, ing, but just as importantly second ﬂoor office space because the downtown and third ﬂoor residential area is a natural gathering space, the concept is in Mayor Keith Fielding keeping with the mixed place; a people magnet and social hub where resiuse zoning anticipated for dents and visitors can enjoy our water- the plan area and does not compromise front and experience a unique Peachland the charrette vision for future develop“vibe”. Symbolically and geographically ment of the surrounding areas. the downtown core is our community The charrette report makes it clear that heart – albeit perhaps, one in need of the key to energizing sustainable redevelsome cardiac therapy. opment in the downtown core is to have There have been many past initiatives people living downtown and in walking designed to spark downtown revitaliza- distance of it. With the public hearing tion, but wanting to do something and for the proposed Hanginstone residenmaking it happen are two very different tial development in the lower Princeton things. However, in 2009 an important area taking place next week, it may well step forward was made when we con- be that the necessary ingredients to spark tracted with the UBC Design Centre for revitalization are now clearly on the hoSustainability, School of Architecture and rizon. Landscape Architecture, to conduct a I look forward to the consultations and downtown Peachland charrette process. public review that lie ahead and the posAs many readers will know, the UBC- sibility that we are about to pass an imled community consultation was facili- portant milestone in the redevelopment tated by leading experts in the field and of our downtown core. resulted in a remarkable report setting out I am always happy to respond to quesa vision and plan for a sustainable and tions and comments and can be reached revitalized downtown core. Subsequently by email at mayor@peachland.ca. MoTI Ad #903 D OKSH Hired Equipment Peachland View 285 lines (3 cloumns x 95 lines) 5.04” X 6.786”

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Only owned or lease-to-own equipment is eligible for registration. Equipment may only be registered in one area in any given year. Seniority is not transferable from area to area.

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Snooker: it ain’t over yet by Barrie Hewer There have been 16 matches played since the last Peachland Little Snooker League (PLSL) report, but who will wear the tournament crown is still not clear. It’s true that a few on the leader board now have no chance of catching and passing the top point holder. However, there are still a few that could. The pressure is palatable over the baize. League organizers are also under pressure, but this time from World Snooker International. Recent rule changes from snooker’s governing body threaten the very foundation of the PLSL’s informal and friendly league. At this point, PLSL officials have no intention to initiate the new rules for the few remaining games of the tournament. However, if

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World Snooker International insists that the new rules be used during the championship round, sparks will ﬂy, guaranteed! With only a few games remaining, the competition continues to be fierce. Now the gloves are off! The league games are played from Monday to Thursday, between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Peachland Legion. The league play will conclude on March 1 and a tournament leader will be crowned. The week and weekend following will feature a championship round robin. The events will conclude on March 11 with the usual celebration and awarding of trophies and cash prizes. You are invited to watch this exciting sports event. The ladies league at the Legion continues and new

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News from the Chamber by Susanne Dannenberg Executive director of the Peachland Chamber of Commerce

playful streak in some of the players on the Chamber Pots team. The chamber would like to thank some of its business members who so generously donated to the event’s silent auction and the trust fund for the fallen firefighter in Enderby. Warm thank-you’s go to the Sandman Penticton Hotel, Summerland Golf and Country Club, New Monaco, Karen’s Place, and the many others who contributed. The Peachland Chamber of Commerce board is in the process of completing its strategic plan for the next five years and in the process we have revisited our vision and mission statement. The volunteer board of directors looks forward to presenting our new vision and also some minor bylaw changes to the chamber membership at the next quarterly dinner meeting, which will take place on March 5 at The Blind Angler. The chamber’s next business after hours event is set to take place on March

The breakfast with the mayor event on February 7 filled the large table at Rocky J’s for a delicious breakfast and interesting dialogue. We discussed parking on Beach Avenue, highway and downtown signage, and ways of connecting all the businesses of Peachland. We also touched on topics related to transit and highway improvements, as well as downtown development. The next breakfast with the mayor event will take place on May 1 at the newly renovated Red Lion. All business owners are invited to come with their questions, concerns, and suggestions. The schmockey tournament on February 12 was fun for everyone, with the youngest player not even three years old. It was a real family affair that brought out an occasionally competitive, but still

21 and is being co-organized with Winelicious Tours and A Day’s Dream B&B. Members should get ready for a fun poker run that will include several local B&B’s. Visit peachlandchamber.bc.ca for updates and more information about the event. We are still accepting vendor registrations for Peachland’s 19th Business Expo, which will take place on April 14. The early bird cut-off is February 29. All registrations must be submitted and paid for by March 31. Also in the works are two upcoming one-day food safe workshops, with dates and location still to be confirmed. Please call the office if you are interested in taking the food safe B.C. certificate.

Our newest chamber members are the District of Peachland and Roof Doctor. Roof Doctor is a family-run business owned and operated by Travis Pfefferle, a full service roofing contractor from Kelowna. He offers roofing, siding, soffit, fascia, and gutters in all types of roofing and repairs. Roof Doctor is a member of the Better Business Bureau and Canadian Home Builders Association. The company can be reached at 250765-3013 or you can visit Roof Doctor online at roofdoctor.ca. For more information about any of the chamber’s events or to provide suggestions and feedback, call 250-767-2455 or email peachlandchamber@shawcable. com.

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HEARTS FESTIVAL Between February 13 to 19 Peachland celebrated its arts community

Art alive in Peachland Top left: New Monacoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mary Lapointe, along with artists Vicki Warner, Margaret Wells, Judy Wyper, Francis Bastiaanse, Rachael Lesosky, Wayne Power, and Tavia Grabas (shown from left to right) in front of Absolutely Abstract, the result of a collaboration between 24 members of the Peachland Art Group. Judy Wyper photo Top right: Teamsters, charcoal, Sarah Schryver Bottom left: Absolutely Abstract, detail, Peachland Art Group Bottom right: Alaskan Poppies, acrylic, Flo Douglas Constance Roth photos

Hearts Festival literary and arts award winners announced by Joanne Layh From February 13 to 19, Peachlanders celebrated local artists by participating in Hearts Festival concerts, workshops, sing-alongs, and displays that took place at various locations around town. For many, the highlight of the weeklong celebration of Peachland artists came on Saturday, when large crowds gathered

at Fourth Street Place to enjoy an artisan showcase of paintings, pottery, sculpting, photography, and more. During the showcase event, the 2012 winners of the Peachland Community Arts Council literary competition were announced. Cash prizes for the literary competition were donated and awarded by New Monacoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mary Lapointe. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winners were:

Best teen short story (Grade 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9): Sarah Dewar ($50) Best teen short story (Grade 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12): Rachael Lesosky ($50) Best adult poetry: 1st: Francis Bastiaanse ($50) 2nd: Tavia Grabas ($25) 3rd: Wayne Power ($25) Best adult short story: 1st: Vicki Warner ($100) 2nd: Margaret Wells ($50) Writersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bloc, a writing group that meets at the Peachland Wellness Cen2 The Peachland View

tre on the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m, organized the literary contest event. The literary awards were followed by the Bob Sugden Memorial Arts Award, which was named in honour of one of Peachlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest community and arts supporters. The Bob Sugden Memorial Arts Award was awarded to Pip Dryden and Raine Wakefield. Wakefield was nominated for her outstanding performance in a Peachland Players production.

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Peachy People: Albert Galpin Peachland’s oldest disc jockey?

Albert Galpin deejays at Rocky J’s Beach Hut every Friday morning. He may be the oldest deejay in Peachland. Constance Roth photo

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Are you acquainted with a peachy person? Let the rest of Peachland get to know them, too. Send your suggestions to editor@peachlandview.ca

What is your most important value and why? Music. I’ve been playing music since I was knee high. Music makes me happy and makes others happy, as well. I deejay at Rocky J’s on Friday mornings from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Why did you choose to live in this town? I moved from North Vancouver mainly for the climate, and have lived here 47 years now. What has been your crowning achievement? I’ve been married 50 years, have seven children, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. I am fortunate they all live in B.C. What would make Peachland a nicer community? Not much, if anything. It is already a wonderful and beautiful community. What did you do for work in your life? I was a journeyman welder during World War II, and then owned a barbershop in North Vancouver and in Peachland until I retired. These days I work at inventing things, like the cream stream, which has a patent pending. It is a small device to open creamers and also small packets of things like ketchup, as it is difficult for some people to open these kinds of things. If you had one super power, what would it be? I would like the power to feed the homeless. If you won the $50 million max lottery, what would you do with the money? I never want to win that much. It’s too much. I

wouldn’t have any friends, and right now I have many. If you were the mayor of Peachland, what would you do? I’d build more sidewalks. In many of the residential areas there are no sidewalks, so people have to walk on the road. It is not safe. If you were a ﬂy, which wall in town would you like to inhabit? If I were a ﬂy, I would not want to be cooped up in any room. I’d like to roam. What living person do you most admire? Many people - everyone here in Peachland and in particular, anyone who helps another when they need help. What is your favourite music? I mostly like music from the 1940’s and 50’s. Johnny Cash is one of my favourites. I still play guitar and used to play the accordion. What is your favourite book? B.C. history. I read for an hour every night before bed, and I like to read about the history of B.C. What is your favourite meal? That’s easy - barbequed short ribs and all the fixings. What do you do in your spare time? I like to rebuild vintage automobiles. I’ve been rebuilding vehicles since 1969 and I still have a 1949 blue Dodge Panel I’m quite fond of. I do the mechanical work and job out the interior work and the painting.

Local biologists open people’s eyes to nature’s wonders Contributed World-renowned biologists John and Mary Theberge from Oliver urge people to explore the mysteries of life before it is too late. The nature-loving duo recently wrote an award-winning book, The Ptarmigan’s Dilemma. Their book won the 2010 Lane Anderson award for best science writing, and was a finalist in the 2010 Writer’s Trust competition for non-fiction writing. The book takes readers on an ecological journey of discovery on how life works. It details how life on earth is resilient, but we risk losing our place here. John and Mary are well known for their research into the ecology of wolves and their prey. One of their bestknown projects is a 14-year study of wolves in Ontario’s Algonquin Park that resulted in the legal establishment

of a wolf protection zone in the area. They’ll never forget one trip to the park. They had with them only felt sleeping bags and no tent and were hoping it wouldn’t rain. But it did rain, of course. However, they didn’t leave and were rewarded by the appearance of several majestic wolves as the sun poked through the mist. Until he retired in 2000, John was a professor in the Faculty of Environmental Studies at the University of Waterloo. Mary is a wildlife illustrator and educator. They have tried to spread the word of the high cost of human consumption. For example, they spoke to one property owner who was upset because he no longer heard frog calls after he had logged his wetland. The man said if he had known this would happen, he would not have logged the area. “We’re taking species out of the ecosystem without

knowing it,” Mary says. “We live with the wounds that humans inﬂict on the environment.” John says their wish is that more people become stewards of nature rather than masters of nature. To promote this attitude, they are trying to use science to deepen people’s respect for the environment. This dynamic duo have recently completed several book signings throughout our valley and book sales have been strong. A lot of people really do care for the environment and need the tools to nurture their own backyard. If you meet one of them, you might want to ask them why they chose The Ptarmigan’s Dilemma as the title of their book. The Ptarmigan’s Dilemma is available at the Tumbleweed Gallery in Penticton, various bookstores, and online at Amazon and Chapters.

February 2012

Friday Feb. 24

Drop-in times:

Tween Stuart Park Skating Trip 5 pm Meet at Peachland Community Centre $5

Tweens Gr. 5/6 Monday 4 - 5:45 pm Wednesday 5 - 6:30 pm Middle Teens Gr 7-9 Wendesday 6:30 - 8:30 pm Teens Gr 10-12 Thursdays 5 - 7 pm

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Tuesday Feb. 28

Wednesday, Feb. 29

Tween Scene Videogames, Music, Hangout 4 - 5:45 pm 4th Street Place Free

Teen Videogames, Music, Chillout 6:30 - 8 pm Peachland Community Centre Free

Appertizer and Art Anglican Church Tween: 5 - 7 pm Middle: 7 - 8:30 pm Free

Bored and looking for something to do? Stop by Caleigh’s office at Swim Bay and hang out for a bit! If she is not there, send her a text at 250-859-3893 and see where she is!

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Taste of Wine Country Wine touring in winter - who’s open? Who’s closed? by Bruce Fuller Believe it or not, you can actually wine tour at this time of year. While some wineries might not be open for full portfolio tastings, weather permitting, you can still plan for fun-filled wine expeditions through the winter months. In fairness, the smaller hands-on winery operators need a rest following an intense 10-month, 24-7 season, and many have secreted themselves out of the country for a well-deserved break. Some compatriots are probably snoozing away the daylight hours in a hammock, babysitting iPads under a beach palapa or keeping pesky Bruce sand ﬂeas at bay under a couple of layers of sunblock and Skin So Soft. You can be sure they’re happily comparing the benefits of well-shaken margs or buckets of limed Coronas to their most recent vintages ready for spring release, all the while putting behind them their back home cash ﬂow woes. If you’re planning a daylong wine adventure, simply make some phone calls prior to the designated driver coin toss. Each wine area in the Okanagan has wineries open and ready to meet, greet, and pour, so you won’t be disappointed. As most wineries are bunched together in mini associations relative to their locations, members can fill you in on who’s open, who’s at home, or who’s

skipped the pop stand. In the deep southern end of the Okanagan, we have more than a couple dozen wineries in the OliverOsoyoos Wineries Association (OOWA). We recently polled our membership with a view to sharing winter hours amongst ourselves so we can direct you through the wine neighbourhoods. Other winery associations (Similkameen, Corkscrew Drive, Naramata Bench, Bottleneck Drive, and Westside Wine Trails) also ensure their wineries know what’s doing in their neighborhoods and up the valley to Kelowna so you can bounce back and forth, filling empty cases along the way. Certainly the Wine InforFuller mation Centre in Penticton and community tourism offices can point you along, as well. Since winter is definitely the quieter period in most tasting rooms, if there’s a proprietor or winemaker about, plan enough time to chat them up, share their passion, and try coaxing them into a swig or two from the taps on their nearby stainless tanks. Segueing from Valentine’s wine and chocolate pairings last week, here are two favourite romantic wine cocktails I’ve developed. Certainly a departure from the traditional cocktails, they’re ideal for just sipping, pretending you’re points far south, and using that three-day-old wine you’re wondering about.

Petrita’s Red Wine Cocktail: Frost a couple of highball tumblers in the freezer, then ¼ fill with frozen raspberries. Top the glass with either Pinot Noir or Merlot, add a short squeeze of fresh lemon, a teaspoon of Chilean Pisco, and finish with a couple brutal cranks from a pepper grinder. Farmer’s Poke: If you want to polish off that bottle of whatever white is crowding your fridge door milk jug space, start with buying table grapes. Freeze the grapes (sweet, fat, juicy, red or white) rock-hard, like those used for ice wine and clink a half dozen into the biggest frosted wine goblets owned. Top with white. I use dry Gewurztraminer or more acidic Pinot Gris. Add ¼ teaspoon of half decent real maple syrup. Poke around with a stir stick or the back of a spoon, bruising the grapes to open ﬂavours. Pair with a couple of righteously thin crepes finished with a squirt of orange juice and powdered fruit sugar. To turn your wine cocktail experience into a quickie delight, bring lawn chairs or a beach blanket into the living room, sprinkle aquarium sand for toe wiggling, lose the appropriate garments, then clip on a sun lamp, tune into the Travel Channel and listen to the surf break. No border hassles! “Doesn’t matter a damn if you see the glass as half empty or half full … just be sure your half has wine in it!” Bruce Fuller is the founder & proprietor of Rustico Farm & Cellars, Oliver, B.C.

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Your Guide to Local Events & Activities Saturday, Feb. 25 - Winter Storytime in Peachland at the Peachland Library.

Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be supplied.

Babytime up to 2 years of age, 11 am. Bond with your baby with rhymes, songs and fingerplays.

Wednesday, Feb. 29 - Early bird registration deadline for the 19th Annual Business Expo which will run Sat. April 14 from 10 am to 7 pm at the Peachland Community Centre.

Call 250-767-9111 or visit www.orl.bc.ca/branches/Peachland for more information.

To register call the chamber at 250-767-2455 or visit the website at www.peachlandchamber.bc.ca.

Saturday, Feb. 25 - Regional District of Central Okanagan Heritage Week, Winter Heritage Hike.

Thursday, Mar. 1 - Winter Storytime in Peachland at the Peachland Library.

Join a park interpreter for a free guided hike along Trepanier Creek at 11 am in the region’s newest regional park. The two hour outing highlights local history and shows off the natural beauty of Trepanier Creek Greenway Regional Park, just off Trepanier Road near the Okanagan Connector Highway 97-C.

Preschool Storytime for children 2 - 5 years of age with their caregivers at 11:30 am. Stories, rhymes and fingerplays. This is a free drop-in program.

Preregister through the EECO at 250-469-6140.

Friday, Mar. 2 - Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast, 7 - 9 am at the Peachland Community Centre.

Tuesday, Feb. 28 - Friendship Tuesday at the 50+ Activity Centre. Blood pressure reading and massage at 1 pm followed by the feature movie “The Famous Movie” - The Rabbit - Proff Sence at 1:30 pm.

CO Model Railway Company Group - Wednesdays - Peachland Museum - 7 pm 50+ Activity Centre - Mondays - TOPS weight loss program - 9:30 am; Variety Singers - 9:45 am; Tai Chi - Noon; Needle Arts - 1:15 pm; Wood Carvers - 7 pm - Tuesdays - Carpet Bowling - 10 am; AA at Noon - Noon;

Call 250-767-9111 or visit www.orl.bc.ca/branches/Peachland for more information.

Peachland’s mayor and council invites community volunteers for an appreciation breakfast. Please RSVP at 250-767-2133. Monday, Mar. 5 - Morrison Park Playground Open House, 6 pm in council chambers at the Peachland Community Centre. (2nd & 4th week/month) Friendship Tuesday - 1:30 pm; Bridge - experienced - 7 pm - Wednesdays - Aerobics - 9:30 am; Chess - 1:15 pm; Yoga - 1:30 pm - Thursdays - Line Dancing - 9 am; Iron & Silk Exercise - 11 am; AA at Noon - Noon; Bingo - 6:45 pm - Fridays - Yoga - 10:30 am; Art Classes - 1 pm (4th week/ month) Potluck Dinner/Meeting/Entertainment - 6 pm

The meeting is in regards to installation of playground equipment at the municipal park located on Morrison Crescent. Anyone interested in the project is welcome to drop in to view the project plans. Comments will be received in person in writing up until Tuesday, Mar. 6 at 4 pm. Sunday, Mar. 11 - 13th Annual Pickerel Dinner - The Westbank Lions Club is holding its annual pickerel dinner at the Westbank Lions Community Centre, 2466 Main Street, West Kelowna. For more information call 250-768-2322 or email westbanklionsclub@yahoo.ca Friday - Sunday, Mar. 30 - Apr. 1 - Peachland Sportsmens Association will be hosting a weekend Conservation and Outdoor Education Course. This course is mandatory for anyone wishing to hunt in B.C. and will be held at the Maple Springs Bible Camp. You must preregister. There are a limited number of spots. Register online at www. maplesprints.ca.

- Saturdays - Carpet Bowling - 10 am Lions Den - Wednesdays - Community Policing Station - 7 pm Peachland Baptist Church - Wednesdays - Gym Night - Peachland Community Centre - 7 pm

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Your Guide to Local Events & Activities Continued from page 11 Peachland Quilters - Mondays - 50+ Activity Centre - 1:15 pm Peachland Rotary Club - Thursdays - Gasthaus - Noon Peachland Wellness Centre - Mondays - Morning Coffee - 10 am - Tuesdays - Pole Walking - 8 am; Pole Walking - 9 am; Computer Literacy - 10 am; Tai Chi - Peachland United Church Hall - 6 pm - Wednesdays - Wellness Circle - 10 am; Sunshine Singers 1:30 pm; Caregiver Support - 2:30 pm - Thursdays - Pole Walking - 8 am; Tai Chi - Peachland United Church Hall - beginners - 9:30 am & continued - 10 am; Reiki - 1 & 2:30 pm; Bereavement - 10 am Fridays - Men’s Coffee Club - 10 am - Sundays - Jerry Dober Breakfast - 8 am

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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Thursdays - Meat Draw - 4 pm - Saturdays - Meat Draw - 3 pm; first three weeks of the month - Karaoke with Anita - 7 pm - Sundays - Meat Draw - 2 pm Westside Toastmasters - Wednesdays - Lakeview Heights Community Centre, West Kelowna - 7 pmLions Den - Wednesdays - Community Policing Station - 7 pm Peachland Baptist Church - Wednesdays - Gym Night - Peachland Community Centre - 7 pm Peachland Quilters - Mondays - 50+ Activity Centre - 1:15 pm Peachland Rotary Club - Thursdays - Gasthaus - Noon Peachland Wellness Centre - Mondays - Morning Coffee - 10 am

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- Tuesdays - Pole Walking - 8 am; Pole Walking - 9 am; Computer Literacy - 10 am; Tai Chi - Peachland United Church Hall - 6 pm - Wednesdays - Wellness Circle - 10 am; Sunshine Singers 1:30 pm; Caregiver Support - 2:30 pm - Thursdays - Pole Walking - 8 am; Tai Chi - Peachland United Church Hall - beginners - 9:30 am & continued - 10 am; Reiki - 1 & 2:30 pm; Bereavement - 10 am Fridays - Men’s Coffee Club - 10 am - Sundays - Jerry Dober Breakfast - 8 am Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Thursdays - Meat Draw - 4 pm - Saturdays - Meat Draw - 3 pm; first three weeks of the month - Karaoke with Anita - 7 pm - Sundays - Meat Draw - 2 pm Westside Toastmasters - Wednesdays - Lakeview Heights Community Centre, West Kelowna - 7 pm

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NOTICES: Weddings, engagements birth announcements, cards of thanks, in memoriums, obituaries, and other notices (min. charge) $8.80 plus HST Up to 30 words, 15¢ each additional word.

Business display advertising rates on request. PHONE 250.767.7771 Fax: 250.767.3337 Email: office@peachlandview.ca or mail your advertisement to: Peachland View, PO Box 1150 Peachland BC, V0X 1X0 PEACHLAND VIEW OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Advertising Regulations: The Peachland View reserves the right to classify ads under appropriate headings and to separate therefore and to determine the page location. The Peachland View reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement. All claims of errors to advertisements must be received by the publisher within seven days after the first publication. It is agreed by the advertiser requesting space that the liability of the Peachland View in the event of failure to publish an advertisement or in the event of an error appearing in the advertisement as published, shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for only one incorrect insertion for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect or omitted item only and that there shall be no liability in any event greater than the amount paid. Advertisements must comply with the British Columbia Human Rights Act, which prohibits any advertising that discriminates against any person because of his/her race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry or place of origin or because his/her age is between 44 and 65 years unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

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JOIN OUR TEAM! Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs volunteers and staff members are a team of dedicated people who are working to enrich the lives of children, youth and families in our communities. We offer flexible work schedules, ongoing professional development and opportunities for advancement. We currently have openings at our Webber Road Community Centre and are seeking applications from qualified applicants to be part of our team working in the following positions: Program Area leader – working as a member of the Webber Road Community Centre leadership team the Program Area Leader will be responsible for the development, organization, implementation and evaluation of the After School Program at Peachland Elementary School. After School Program Staff – assist in the development and implementation of programs for children 6 – 12 years of age. Positions are available at Webber Road Community Centre, Peachland Elementary and George Pringle Elementary. Special Needs Program Staff – develop and implement recreation and life skill programs for school-age and/or teenage boys and girls with special needs who attend our Webber Road Community Centre. Refer to our website for further information: www.boysandgirlsclubs. ca Please forward resumes to: Cathy Warner – Centre Director Fax: 250-768-3059 Email: cwarner@boysandgirlsclubs.ca

Cleaning Services Cleaning - Household and business. Friendly, professional service, $20/per hour, supplies included. Penticton to Peachland. Call 250-878-3498

SERVICES Storage For Rent Storage for rent, downtown Peachland, 5’ x 8’ & 10’ x 16”. Call 250767-6348

Peachland United Church

BARGAIN BIN • Good clean clothing • Household items We accept donations on days that we are open. OPEN THURS. - SAT. 9:30 - 3 PM

SERVICES Sparrowhead Music 24 Track Recording Studio Drum Lessons 12 week Pro Tools Course PA-Sound System Rentals 250-575-8757 sparrowhead@shaw.ca www.sparrowhead.ca

Cleaning Services Local Peachland woman offering: commercial and residential cleaning. No job to big or small. Honest and reliable. Call 250-878-9729

Dog Walker Available Monday through Saturday. Call Carol between 9 am - 5 pm at 250-767-2331 to book times. Roof Rite New/reroofs & repairs, moss removal & prevention, eavestrough cleaning, shingles, shakes & concrete roof tiles. Todd Smith, 250-767-6603 or 250-718-0641. Worksafe BC Insured.

Painting Services Residential or commercial, New construction or repaint. Interior or exterior. Call G. C. Contracting for a free estimate. 250-767-2701

Topline Exteriors Ltd. Topline Exteriors Ltd. - Roofing (new), reroofs, repairs. Serving Peachland for 15+ years. Jeff Webster. Call 250-212-0781

WANTED Rental Home Wanted A mature, professional couple require a long term rental (up to 5 yrs.) commencing April or May, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, garage, AC & central heating. Trout Creek to Peachland. No pets, non-smokers, have own 5 appliances. Call 250-4626900

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February 24, 2012

Here To Serve You Call... LEE THE PLUMBER For all your plumbing needs: • Hot Water Tanks • New Construction • Water Filtration Systems

• Plumbing Renovations • Heating Systems

Want to be listed in our service directory? Call 250-767-7771 To book your ad today! Peachland

Certified Plumber & Gas Fitter

250-767-6018 Alexis Art Gallery

Complete Construction Services: “Complete Construction Service”

& Custom Framing Shop Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ

(250) 707-0088 alexisartgallery@gmail.com www.alexisarts.com

Originals Limited Editions Home Decor Custom Framing #102 - 3466 Carrington Road Westbank, B.C. V4T 3C1

CORNERSTONE

Nicole Kelly Owner

GUTTERS Locally owned and operated

1-888-765-3013

CALL US TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE “Is There a Doctor on the House?”

• Plumbing, Electrical and Carpentry

CONSTRUCTION

ROOFING

Div. of 0902577 BC Ltd

• Renovations • Kitchens and Baths • Basement Development • Handyman Services

Quality workmanship since 1990

Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty 5878 E. Beach Avenue Peachland BC

Ph: 250-864-8687 Email: cornerstone@shaw.ca

p: 250-767-2744 f: 250-767-6771

HORIZON REALTY

Jazel Homes

You Deserve The Best

Quality Custom Homes

FASCIA SIDING

T 250 768 5799 C 250 469 1451 jazel@shaw.ca F 250 768 5733

Drop off and Pick-up service available within Peachland

250-767-6615 - 5866A Beach Avenue, Peachland

Quality Finishing Carpentry • Bath & Kitchen upgrades Tile Setting • Hardwood Floors • Painting & Repairs

250-878-7279 or 250-767-9350

www.davecollins.ca

Peachland, BC

Peachland’s own full service automotive facility at “The Old Garage”

"One call does it all"

Your agent Dave Collins “local service, superior results”

SOFFIT

Fully Licensed and Insured. WORKSAFE BC REGISTERED

M. Scharer Enterprises

Property & Strata Management Services

Westside Curb Appeal Inc.

renovation & remodeling Spring is on it’s way Book you deck renovations now! We Specialize in: vinyl, wood , stairs, railings(glass & picket), Pergola’s & more! Quotes are FREE

250-801-3521

Located in Peachland!

TOPLINE EXTERIORS LTD. Jeff Webster Cell: 250-212-0781 Res: 250-767-9565

• Roofing • New • Re-Roofs • Repairs

SERVING PEACHLAND FOR 16+ YEARS

Willie’s

Interior Painting • Design • Consultation

PAINTING insured and bondable

Willie Wainwright Home:

250.767.6467 Cell:

250.878.3918

Free Estimates

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February 24, 2012

Food for the soul: Your life matters by Apostle Denise Adams Crystal Waters International Ministries

Friendship tea Priest Robin Graves pours some tea for guests at St. Margaret’s Church. Members of St. Margaret’s invited ladies from each of the local churches to join them for a friendship tea and were happy to receive a large response. Many ladies enjoyed sandwiches, cakes, and cookies with tea and coffee followed by entertainment provided by the various churches. Contributed photo

Watch for the Spring/Summer Recreation Guide in the March 2 issue of the Peachland View.

Medical Services Directory Peachland’s

Health

Professionals

Your Guide to Local Churches

Dentists

Pharmacy

Dr. Don MacRae Dr. Phil Kachanoski Dr. Karl Oppenheim Dr. Peter Cormillot Dr. Jeff Krawchuk

Wes Bedford, B.Sc Geoff Davis, B.Sc Garnet Lloyd, B.Sc

Peachland Dental Centre

Peachland Pharmacy

250-767-6411 Crystal Waters

Today I believe God is asking: can one person make a difference? The lie is no – he cannot. The world has said it, people believe it, and Satan takes over the lives of people, one person at a time. As Christians we look and see religion, tradition, vanity, glory, pride, servitude, lust, and the like, and what do we feel? Are we angered, frustrated, or consumed by these things? What I believe the Lord is saying is that your life does make a difference. You matter to Him and to the people of this world. One life can make a difference - in a relationship, home, community and the world. To think less is a lie from the pit of hell. Your life matters. God needs you. I need you, and we need each other. In ministry work we want to change lives and make a difference. We want to see souls brought out of agony, despair, hurt, and pain. We want to see food for the hungry and water for the thirsty. We want people to have a roof over their heads and freedom from fear. We want to see terror ﬂee from the hearts of people, and we want to see smiles on their faces, as they know and understand that they are loved, cared for, and valued by God and by us. What are you and I really doing to make a difference? It may be your prayer, your donation to a project, your dime, or your $1 million cheque. It may

Massage Therapist

Sunday Service 10:00am

Walk-In

Elisa McCoy, RMT www.functionmassage.com

Call for Bookings:

Function Massage Therapy

250-767-2611 250-767-2999 St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

250-767-3432

Peachland United Church 250-767-2206 “Let Us Worship Together”

Sunday Worship 10:00 am Morning Prayer Tuesdays - 9:30 am Office Hours 9:30 - 11:30 am Monday to Friday

Lyn Stewart 250-767-6211 or John Miller 250-767-9270

250-212-4606

4th Street & Brandon Ave

250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

A Friendly Welcome Awaits You At...

Peachland Baptist Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Class - 9:45 AM Church Services & Children’s Church Services - 11 AM

Special Guest Dr. Ronald Herms Revelation Seminar

Peachland Campus 10:00 am - Worship Service at Peachland Elementary School 2600 Hebert Road, West Kelowna 250.768.7638 - emmanuelnet.ca

IMPERIAL OPTICAL CANADA

Open Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm Closed Weekends

4421 4th Street

Connecting you to the Glory of God at the Little School House on Brandon Lane

www.crystalwaters.ca

Beach Ave Medical Clinic Dr. John Brinkerhoff Dr. Paven Chetty

International Ministries

Sunday Prayer Meeting 9:00 am

be the smile on your face or it could be the time when you plowed the snow off of a neighbour’s driveway. It may be the gift card you sent to your employee to show your appreciation for them, or a hug or phone call to someone who is hurting, or just plain lonely. Or maybe it was when your boss needed a glass of cold water and you thought of them instead of yourself. With all the religion, tradition, and old wives fables out there, let’s be generous with our life. Let’s love someone today, in word and in deed. Along the way, be sure to tell them about the one who gave it all for you, laid down His life and thought of you, closed His eyes and breathed His last breath for you, gave Himself up for you, and then rose again for you - our God and our Lord Jesus. Let’s be individual evangelists in our neighbourhood and commit ourselves to our neighbourhoods and the people we see every day. Let’s make that difference. Today someone needs your tenderhearted touch, your heartfelt love, and your appreciation. It’s a gift, you know. A present, sometimes deserved, other times not so deserved. But that is when it gets real good. That’s when tears well up in your eyes - when you see someone’s face and know you made a difference today. Let’s do it. One day at a time, one person at a time. Your life matters and you matter. You have a voice. You have a gift. You are special and I love you. God loves you. You are my neighbour.

Sunday Evening 6:30 - 7:30 PM Office Hours - Tue, Wed, Thur 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Hall rental contact Doreen 250-767-2132 Sunday Morning Service 10:00 am Rev. Elaine Diggle

Pastor John Rankin Join us for: Good Music Bible Messages - Great Fellowhip

www.peachlandbaptist.com 4204 Lake Avenue

250-767-9232

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February 24, 2012

Talk now about your estate plans by Shayn Moritz Certiﬁed Financial Planner® What type of financial legacy would you like to leave to your adult children? Whatever you have in mind, share it with them. Make sure they understand your estate plan so you can avoid potential confusion, hard feelings, and family squabbles when it’s time to settle your affairs. Of course, it may not be easy to discuss estate planning with your children. Even though they’re adults, they may feel uncomfortable discussing topics dealing with your death. In fact, surveys have shown that fewer than one in three families have had meaningful conversations about estate planning. Once you’ve decided to bring up estate planning with your children, how should you go about it? Consider easing into the subject by talking about matters that may not be so emotionally charged. For example, discuss your grandchildren’s post secondary education and how you’d like to help pay for it. Or talk about a charity you support, and mention that you’re planning to remember it in the future. Once you’ve broken the ice, it will be easier to move into the finer details of your estate plan. Tell your children what’s in your will, who the executor is, who helped prepare it, and where a copy can be found. Better still, give them a sealed copy. You may even want to discuss these matters with your children before you draw up or amend your will to make it easier to meet their wishes and expectations.

For example, find out which of your children might be interested in the family home or cottage, or who has a special attachment to certain family heirlooms, before you decide how to distribute property. This will help ensure even and fair distribution of your assets. If you intend to use a trust or other vehicle to transfer assets, explain the advantages with the help of your financial advisor. For example, your intention might be to better manage taxation of your estate, provide longer lasting benefits to your heirs, or manage potential legal complications. It’s also important to discuss how your affairs should be managed if you become incapacitated. You should prepare powers of attorney for financial matters and personal care. That means deciding who will act on your behalf if you can’t make financial or medical decisions. If you pick one of your children as your representative, explain the choice to your other children. And always make sure your will and other elements of your estate plan are up to date. Your will should take into account new family births, marriages, divorces, remarriages and deaths. Review your will at least once a year to make sure it reﬂects your wishes and any developments that might call for changes in beneficiaries or terms. And don’t forget to review the beneficiaries named in insurance policies and financial accounts. When all of these elements are in place, everybody benefits. Plus, you’ll avoid the estate planning problems that the unexpected can bring. Your financial advisor can help arrange professional legal and tax assistance to help develop and execute your plan.

St. Margaret’s breakfast Ladies who attended the February 19 breakfast at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church were each treated to a carnation to take home. Contributed photo

HOROSCOPES: ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 The work days will ﬂow along without too many problems, this week, Aries. Enjoy the smooth sailing and use it as an opportunity to catch up on unfinished projects.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Feelings of nostalgia arise this week, Leo. Although these feelings are positive, they may catch you off guard. Enjoy the trip down Memory Lane.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, put your knowledge and experience to work in a creative way this week. If you have been thinking about starting a new project, now is the time to begin.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a social event this week could put you in contact with some friends you haven’t spoken to in a while. The occasion will be great for your social life.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you’re getting signals from a special someone this week. This person has their eyes on you, and you will want to reciprocate those positive feelings.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, your mind will wander, but your body will stay home this week. Enjoy the time to creatively daydream and relax the days away carefree.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, working closely with someone might generate some strong feelings between the two of you. It could blossom into romantic attraction if you choose to go that way.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, kindness and good manners could pay off for you this week. Someone who respects you a great deal will give you an offer you simply cannot pass on.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, now is a very good time to loosen up and stop worrying about the trivial things that have been on your mind. It’s much more about the bigger picture, after all.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, love and affection surround you this week. You will also display a strong unity with close friends and family members this week.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, if you’re attached, affection will grow strong this week between you and your partner. Someone special may approach you if you’re unattached.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, put the breaks on a big spending spree because you have to save for bigger things. Money rules all this week.

CROSSWORD:

CLUES ACROSS 1. Warning devices 7. Ancient Hebrew dry measure 11. 22nd state 12. A scheme or program 13. Belonging to inventor Whitney 14. Finished cloth border 15. Seize (obsolete) 16. Something on fire 18. Great peninsula of SW Asia 20. Suspenders (Br.) 21. Having a cheerless disposition 23. Toto’s terrier breed 24. Whale ship captain 25. A single undivided entity 26. Short term memory 27. Charlotte’s author White 29. 7th Greek letter 30. Muslim people of NW China 31. Long tailed rodent 33. Yukon Territory 34. Curved shape 35. A gait faster than a walk 37. Not working 39. Ancient priest 41. Notated a musical work 43. Took a quick look 44. Aged coloration 46. Enrolls 47. Extended narrative poem 48. Angry 51. Write bad checks 52. A. Webber’s lyricist Tim 53. Any longer 55. A wild Asian goat 56. 3 dimensional sound system

CLUES DOWN 1. Give nourishment 2. Emits coherent radiation 3. Blood type 4. Goes with Sis Boom Bah 5. Woman (French) 6. Key fruit 7. Plural of 7 across 8. Cadet 9. Ethnic group of China and Vietnam 10. Portico boundary pilaster 11. Briskness 13. __ May, actress 16. Easy as 1, 2, 3 17. Wife (German) 19. “Taxi” actor 21. Fully developed 22. About ohms 26. Fissile sedimentary rock 28. Hair clasp 32. Men’s hairpiece 36. Stadium level 38. Serious plays 40. Tooth doctor (abbr.) 41. A line of verse 42. Chickpea plant species 43. A superior grade of black tea 44. High spirited, vivacious 45. W. Samoan capital 49. Social insect 50. Coloring substance 54. Mister

Here’s How It Works - Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

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February 24, 2012

Progress being made Construction has been progressing rapidly on the new Ponderosa Drive/13th Street intersection with very little disruption in trafﬁc. Constance Roth photo

Golf course layout

Live on, and enjoy, your very own private golf course!! • 7 kilometres outside Peachland • 3700 yard (+/-), par 36, 9 hole links golf course • Professionally designed, cleared and contoured in the natural surroundings • Designed for 4 water hazards (reservoirs) and numerous sand traps • Two-thirds complete requiring tee boxes, greens and irrigation to be completed by the new owner • Comes with a well appointed 3 bedroom, 2 car attached garage walk-out Rancher • 80 acre parcel of land with RU1 zoning Offered at: $1,200,000

Watch for the

Spring/Summer Recreation Guide

Moe Martin 250-767-2437

in the March 2 issue of the Peachland View.

moemartinrealtor@shaw.ca

“Buy land, they stopped making it”

The Cody Sisters!

RENOVATED & MOVE-IN READY!

For all your mortgage needs...

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4210 6th Ave, Peachland - 3 bed + den/3 bath home with all new updates! New hardie plank and roof, quality finishings & fixtures, neutral colours, durable bamboo flooring and modern touches. Updated kitchen with eating nook and family room where you can watch the kids can play while you make dinner. Large deck and hot tub, double car garage with separate attached workshop (150 sq. ft. of extra space!), 220V wired. MLS® 10038616

At the annual RE/MAX sales meeting on Thursday, February 16th, Roger was presented with 2 awards by Jamie Blair, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Kelowna Westside for his 2011 sales achievements. Roger ranked 2nd in his office and “ is once again a member of RE/MAX’s 100% Club. “Thank you to everyone who have supported me to make this possible, and congratulations to the other award winners in my office.” Roger W. Cyr, REALTOR ®

CURRENT RATE SPECIALS 5 yr fixed rate 3.19% 3 yr fixed rate 2.89% 5 yr variable (Prime – 0.10%) 2.90%

Some conditions apply. Rates may change at any time.

Let us negotiate for your best mortgage!

For RESULTS Call

Roger W Cyr Lara Cody 250-868-7114 laracody@invis.ca

250-470-8803

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

www.MrPeachland.com

OPEN HOUSE SAT. FEB. 25 1 - 3 PM

5226 Clarence Rd, Peachland - Open concept floor plan with grand entry. Vaulted ceilings on the main floor. Enjoy the lake views while sitting in front of your fireplace. The master features oversized walk in closet, soaker tub, & separate water closet. Decks on each level of the home allow for even more outdoor living space to enjoy the lake view.

5987 Meldrum Place Executive style living! Contemporary 4 bedroom, 5 bath lake view home offers open concept living & tasteful decor. Entertainer’s delight offering games & media rooms plus 1 bdrm in-law suite with private entrance. Builder’s home with top quality finishings and materials. KELOWNA WESTSIDE

$749,000

MLS®10041556

$489,900 • MLS®10037929

New Listing

4216 Pincushion - Fabulous 3800 sq ft 4 bdrm & den, 3 bath home situated on a spectacular flat .27 acre lot in one of Peachland’s finest areas. Next to hiking trails & below the new Greg Normon golf course dev., RV pkr, 3 sunrooms, gated courtyard & so much more! MLS ® 10041922

4016 Butler Place, Peachland - One level rancher over 2000 sq.ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, double attached garage. Level flat fenced yard with fruit trees and so much more. All this and only one block to the beach and a short walk to shopping in beautiful Peachland. $439,000 MLS®10042047

250-718-0632

(250) 863-1282

Sharyn Halliday SharynHalliday 250-490-6007 sharyn@frontstreetrealty.net RE/MAX FRONT STREET REALTY www.frontstreetrealty.net 2 Front Street, Penticton, BC

joanwoods@royallepage.ca

Bryon Knutsen

“Our” Community “Your” Realtor

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

Each office independently owned and operated.

www.MrPeachland.com 250-470-8803

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