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Trepanier Creek enhancement

Dan Jenkins (left) and Al Davies plant a tree Saturday as part of the Trepanier Creek Riparian Zone project, spearheaded by the Peachland Sportsmen’s Association. The group received a $5,000 grant from the Evergreen Fund to continue its more than decade-long project of returning Trepanier Creek to a more natural state.

Red Lion access becomes key to hotel approval

by Dave Preston

A new hotel for the Antlers Beach area was approved by Peachland council Tuesday but the project can't go ahead if a neighbouring restaurant is adversely affected.

Aqua Vita is proposed as a 59-room hotel on the former Peachland Lakeshore Inn property and would come with a pool and waterslide.

The property was at one time slated for a project called Reflections on the Lake, which was initially proposed at 10 stories in height but later scaled back to six. A rezoning application for the property was never finalized.

The existing zoning for the property suits Aqua Vita, but the project was before council Tuesday to consider a development variance permit.

Council spent little time questioning the variance, which included an increase in the allowable height on the property, and most of its time on a required new intersection in front of the proposed hotel and how it will affect the Red Lion Family Restaurant next door.

The Ministry of Transportation and Infra-

structure (MOTI) is requiring the developer to construct a Protected-T intersection on Hwy. 97, according to Dave Smith, director of planning and development services.

Smith added that it is possible the ministry will also want the northern entrance to the Red Lion closed, in favour of customers using the Protected-T. Part of the plan is to register a right of way across the hotel property so that the Red Lion can have access, according to Smith.

Coun. Charlette Broadoway said she spoke with the Red Lion's owner, who was shocked to learn that the entrance could be closed.

Tom Cornwall, owner of the restaurant property, told council Tuesday night that he is very concerned with the possibility of losing direct access to the restaurant.

"The business would just go," said Cornwall. "I've been here seven years, paid my taxes. All of a sudden, you don't have a business."

"It was a bit of a shock to me that they were going to close it," said Cornwall. "I just heard it through people."

Cornwall said he has no problem with the hotel development, but doesn't like the

idea that restaurant customers would have to drive further down Hwy. 97 then drive back through someone else's property to access the restaurant.

"We have not been told that the access is being closed," said Tom Smithwick, agent for the developer. "We are not dictating the closure of it."

Smithwick said the hotel will not have a restaurant and the hotel will become the, "Best friend of the Red Lion." He added that the possible closure of the northern access to the restaurant has nothing to do with the hotel proposal.

"You're absolutely wrong that this has nothing to do with the Red Lion," said Broadoway, adding the access closure would not have been brought up had it not been for the hotel proposal.

Council approved the development variance permit for Aqua Vita but stipulated the permit will not be issued until MOTI approves final design of the Protected-T intersection and comes up with a satisfactory resolution to the Red Lion's highway access.

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October 28, 2011

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"I believe I can make a difference," said Sawchuk, who may be best known as Lee the Plumber.

"I look at this (the mayor's job) as a full-time position, not a part time position," said Sawchuk. "As mayor, I will occupy the mayor's

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Sawchuk said he thinks the mayor's position has been treated as part time in the past and more could be done to promote Peachland.

"My office and phone number will be public," he said. "If you want to stop by and ask the mayor what is going on, feel free to do so."

There's a struggle in Peachland between those who want development and those who don't, according to Sawchuk.

"I'm in the center," Sawchuk said. "Development is inevitable for our town."

"What I see now is the people who are in charge seem to be having difficulty deciding whether development is good or bad for our town," he said.

As long as development comes along at a controlled pace, it will provide the town with needed finances through taxes and a growing population, according to Sawchuk.

"Look around town come winter time," he said. "Where is everybody?"

Peachland needs a larger population and needs to attract more business and the two will help each other, said Sawchuk.

"We are lacking severely in family oriented items," said Sawchuk. "We

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have one ball field for this whole town that belongs to the town, no soccer fields, no lacrosse pitches, no football fields."

Sawchuk said Peachland is not family friendly and in the past the attitude has been that, since there aren't that many kids in town, there's no need to build family oriented amenities.

The mayoral hopeful believes a reverse attitude is in order. "Build it and they will come," said Sawchuk.

"We don't support the children enough in our town," said Sawchuk. "We need to provide more reasons for our families to stay here."

Sawchuk said families aren't moving to Peachland. They take a look around, love the area, love the town, but it all boils down to the needs of their kids.

Young families that do live in Peachland have to constantly leave the town for their kids and that means they shop elsewhere also, said Sawchuk.

He wants to see the working relationship between council and staff improved, discontinue committee meeting formats so all citizens have the opportunity to attend night council meetings and attract development to Peachland's downtown core.

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October 28, 2011

THE CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF PEACHLAND NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING AND NOTICE OF ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of the Corporation of the District of Peachland that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and six Councillors for a three year term commencing December 2011, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: (Please note that the order of names in this notice is not necessarily the order of names on the ballot)

Mayor – One (1) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

Fielding Sawchuk

Keith Lee

District of Peachland District of Peachland

*************************************************************************************************************** Councillors – Six (6) to be elected

Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

Condon Eisworth Schierbeck Kerbes Fortin Moberg Broadoway Hall Bell Whitelegg Hurd

Terry Grant Peter Eldon Cindy Vern Charlette Eric Lindsay Ken Ernie

District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Zone II being: District of Peachland and Regional District of Central Okanagan – Central Okanagan West Electoral Area (Traders cove, Fintry, Killiney Beach, Westshore Estates, Wilson’s Landing, rural Peachland and Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserves 9 and 10), that an election by voting is necessary to elect a School Board Trustee:

School Board Trustee Zone II – One (1) to be elected

Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

Baxter Cruickshank Bell

Moyra Karin Lindsay

District of Peachland District of Peachland District of Peachland

GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of the Corporation of the District of Peachland on Saturday, November 19, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following location: Peachland Community Centre: 4450 – 6th Street, Peachland, B.C. ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be open at the Peachland Community Centre in Council Chambers, 4450 – 6th Street, Peachland, B.C., on Wednesday, November 9th, 2011 and on Wednesday, November 16th, 2011, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. each day.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING: will be permitted for those qualified electors who are unable to vote in the advance voting opportunities or on general voting day due to: • physical disability, illness, or injury that affects your ability to vote at another voting opportunity; and/or • you expect to be absent from the District of Peachland on General Voting Day and all advance voting opportunities Those electors wishing to vote by mail ballot may apply to the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer up until November 17th, 2011. Applications for mail ballot voting will be available at the District’s office, 5806 Beach Avenue Mon-Fri 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (excluding statutory holidays).

APPLYING FOR MAIL BALLOT VOTING 1. Complete application and submit to Chief Election Officer 2. A package including a ballot and instructions will either be mailed out or ready for pick up on November 1, 2011 3. Mark the ballot and follow instructions on how to return the marked ballot In order to be counted in the election, a mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer before the close of voting on general voting day and it is the obligation of the person applying to vote by mail ballot to ensure that the mail ballot is received by the Chief Election Officer within this time limit.

VOTER REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: Resident Electors 18 years of age or older on voting day

Non-Resident Electors 18 years of age or older on voting day

Canadian Citizen

Canadian Citizen

Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day (May 17th , 2011 or prior)

Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day (May 17th, 2011 or prior)

Resident of OR registered owner of real property in the District of Peachland for at least 30 days im- Registered owner of real property in the District of Peachland at least 30 days immediately preceding mediately preceding voting day (October 19th, 2011 or prior) voting day (October 19th, 2011 or prior) Must not be disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or to be otherwise disqualified by law

Must not be disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or to be otherwise disqualified by law Not be entitled to register as a Resident Elector of the District of Peachland If there is more than one registered owner on title, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector

*Please Note: Corporations are not permitted to vote in Local Elections pursuant to the Local Government Act Section 49(3) RESIDENT ELECTORS will be required to provide 2 pieces of identification confirming your identity and place of residence (one of which must contain your signature); or 2 pieces of identification confirming your identity (one of which must contain your signature) and you will be required to make a solemn declaration as to your place of residence.

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS will be required to fill out an application for registration by providing proof of ownership of the property (title certificate, current title search or tax notice); 2 pieces of identification confirming your identity (one of which must contain your signature); and a non-resident property elector consent form of a majority of the registered owners, if there is more than one owner. The consent form states that you are the one owner of the property who is designated as the Non-Resident (Property) Elector for that property.

Non-Resident Property Electors are encouraged to fill out the application and produce the required documentation at the Peachland District Main Office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. prior to Friday, November 18th, 2011. However, applications will be available on general voting day and advance voting at the respectful voting locations.

Acceptable Forms of Identification includes: BC Drivers License Citizenship Card ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents District of Peachland Tax Notice BC Identification Card

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October 28, 2011

Editor’s Perspective

Peek into the Past

One for the little guy

L

et it be known that on Tuesday, October 25, 2011, Peachland council set aside their burning desire for a new business in town in favour of first looking out for the little guy.

Collectively, every member of council seems to love the idea of a brand new hotel in Peachland.

Who wouldn’t?

Aqua Vita will help to fill the accommodation hole that Peachland has felt for a very long time.

Aqua Vita doesn’t require rezoning and there won’t be a public hearing. There is a need for a development permit and council this week spent hardly any time at all questioning that need.

What was talked about was the impact of building the hotel on the Red Lion Family Restaurant.

The Red Lion sits just to the north of the Aqua Vita property (formerly the home of the Peachland Lakeshore Inn.) The usual way of getting to and getting from the Red Lion is to enter/exit at the north end of the Red Lion’s property.

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) doesn’t like entrances to properties directly off Hwy. 97. They tend to slow down traffic when someone is stopped to make a turn and they can become quite dangerous, especially when people try to make left turns onto the highway.

As was the case with the previously proposed Reflections on the Lake, MOTI will require Aqua Vita to build a Protected-T intersection in front of the hotel property.

Protected-T intersections are considered vastly safer than having the public try to dart out across two lanes of traffic.

The problem, as everyone has recently found out, is that MOTI may want to see that coveted north entrance to the Red Lion permanently closed. Given the reaction by the owner of the property (Tom Cornwall) and the restaurant operators (the Connors), MOTI may have forgotten to inform everyone about their idea.

MOTI’s idea, as agreed to by the developer of Aqua Vita, is that if the north entrance is closed, the hotel would register a right of way on title that would allow the restaurant to use a thoroughfare on the hotel property as access.

Basically, people wanting to get to the Red Lion would have to drive several hundred metres further south on the highway, then turn into the hotel parking lot. Then they would have to backtrack, heading north through the parking lot to the restaurant.

That sucks, according to Cornwall, who told council Tuesday it might as well be the death of the Red Lion.

Council agreed and in a show of unmitigated solidarity, hung the hotel development on MOTI coming up with an adequate solution to the Red Lion’s entrance.

In the end, it shouldn’t be a big deal. MOTI wants that Protected-T intersection. To get it, they have to get Aqua Vita to pay for it. The developer isn’t going to fork out one cent until all the approvals are in place. Council won’t give final approval until MOTI agrees to a solution acceptable by the Red Lion. It’s all deliciously circular and correct.

Peachland

Big wheels These giant wheels, about 10 feet tall, were used in the local logging industry on fairly level ground and with a team of horses to skid logs. The log would balance by tongs or a chain under the wheels so only the back tip would touch the ground for easy pulling. In the winter it was far easier to use a logging sleigh. You can still see these giant wheels at the outdoor museum area at Silver Lake above Peachland.

Photo courtesy the Peachland Historical Society

Peachland Views

Peachland ladies night a big hit Dear Editor;

What a great evening of fun and fundraising this past Saturday at the Waterfront Grill.

Thanks to Peachland PAC Vice President Shannon Devlin and the other moms who helped organize this annual event.

It was such a pleasure to see so many Peachland moms come together to celebrate and fundraise for the school. Thank-you to the Waterfront for the amaz-

Dear Editor; A couple of years back the concrete divider was extended from Gorman's to the Connector. Since that time, I am sure that the accident rate has dropped considerably on that section of the highway. I for one feel much safer travelling in that area these days.

In the winter of 2004 my wife and I were involved in a collision opposite the sawmill. Luckily, neither us were injured apart from a few bruises. I suggested a short while later, via a letter to the editor in the View, that it might be a good idea to: 1. Lower the speed limit by just 10 km/hr, and 2. Extend the existing divider, which at that time terminated some 50 feet beyond Glenrosa Road, all the way down to the bottom of Drought Hill.

The speed limit remains the same, but the divider was extended at least, for part of that distance, to the 97C overpass. Had the barrier been in place last week,

Sarah Dawson, Peachland

maybe the latest accident would not have been so terrifying for those that were involved.

Today we have two remaining hazards on the Drought Hill section of Hwy. 97 that deserve immediate attention: the soft shoulder and the drainage ditch, both of which pose extremely dangerous hazards.

Along with installation of the central barrier, the ditch should be filled in after installing some sort of drainage system. As for the soft shoulder, that defect should be replaced by asphalting the road right up to the rock face.

The above will not prevent reckless drivers from rushing home to watch television, or dashing to their work place when they are late.

I have no idea what these improvements would cost, but I am sure it would be minimal when compared with that of just one life.

Ken Ashton, Peachland

Reader shocked and incredulous Dear Editor;

I read with interest the article '13 Candidates vie for Peachland council seats' in the October 21 edition of the Peachland View. I was perplexed to see that Ernie Hurd was running for councillor.

Was it not Mr. Hurd who cost the taxpayers of Peachland over $10,000 by resigning just before the municipal elections were to be held? This abrupt departure necessitated an unnecessary by-election to fill his vacated councillor position, with just over months remaining until the next election.

Had Mr. Hurd waited for those few remaining

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Many staff donated their time for the event and were so helpful. I enjoyed being part of a local event that brought together the young mothers of the community. I was pleasantly surprised to see how many of us there are! I hope to see more events like this in Peachland.

How many more Drought Hill accidents?

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months for the next municipal election, he would have saved the taxpayers of Peachland more than $10,000.

It was not readily apparent why he departed rather quickly, although the speculation throughout this town was that he just did not get his own way and quit.

If Mr. Hurd were to be elected as a councillor, I assume he would be honourable and responsible and return this unnecessary expenditure of $10,000 that he foisted on the taxpayers of Peachland.

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October 28, 2011

Ernie, say it isn't true!

Dear Editor; Ernie Hurd? But he didn’t listen!

I could not believe my eyes when I read that former councillor Ernie Hurd is again running for a spot on the Peachland council.

It has been only 16 months since Mr. Hurd resigned in disgust over the outcome of the referendum on the Peachland curling rink, forcing a by-election that cost Peachland taxpayers about $10,000.

His failure to accept the results of an election -- an instrument of the democratic process we are privileged to enjoy in this country, speaks volumes.

Anyone who is new to Peachland in the last year, or who doesn’t remember the temper tantrum Mr. Hurd had when an election didn’t go his way, can look at the June 4 and 11, 2010 issues of the View in the online archives.

In his chastisement of the townspeople for voting no to the building of the curling rink at the time of his resignation, he lumped together several separately declined development projects in Peachland and concluded that the townspeople are not forward thinking, are CAVE (citizens against virtually everything), and that the vulnerable seniors were coerced into voting no on the referendum by lies and deception.

While there is an element of resistance against change and development among some people in Peachland, each project is evaluated upon its own merits and the curling rink as designed was not the correct project into which to put

$4 million dollars of grant and taxpayer funds.

I think what bothers me the most is the apparent lack of respect that Mr. Hurd has for the people of Peachland, as citizens and as voters.

The basic premise of democracy is that the people of a town elect a council to represent them, and when they have been elected they are expected to act in the best interests of the town.

It is not a matter of the people trusting the council to make all decisions for them. His disregard for cost placed on taxpayers to foot an unnecessary byelection because it amounted to less than $10 per citizen is upsetting.

Since he thinks this is such an insignificant amount, would he be willing to personally refund the amount to each citizen? Will he issue an apology for his behaviour at that time to the citizens of this great town that is as public as was his criticism?

Does he have an explanation for why he has apparently changed his mind about sitting on council? I don’t feel that Peachland needs a councillor who has no regard for the wishes and no respect for the intelligence of the town’s citizens.

What will happen next time a vote doesn’t go his way? Ernie Hurd has burned his bridges and made his feelings and opinions of the citizens of this town known and Peachland does not need him on its governing council.

Berkeley Stuart, Peachland

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Thanks for wellness centre aid Dear Editor; A year ago my husband and I were in a car accident on Hwy. 97 near Gorman’s Sawmill, and as a result we had to go through many months of healing and change.

Initially friends and neighbours were a great help, but eventually we were in need of a more committed service that would be there for us, to see us through the many appointments, shopping and general events we had to attend to, in our daily lives.

We were delighted to hear of our own Peachland Wellness Centre.

After our seeking help, the wellness centre immediately supplied volunteer drivers for a nominal fee and these new friends not only took care of business, but shared their own stories and gave us helpful advice.

What a relief this was to us, to find that the wellness centre and its many services that we could tap into, now allowed us to cope with our new circumstances.

Perhaps others have had to endure a difficult experience and found that trauma can really make each day and its demands seem a hurdle to overcome.

They say that “you had to be there” to truly understand what others are going through, but we found that the wellness centre had a warm approach and seemed to truly care and understand our needs.

We hope others will take advantage of this unique wellness centre service we have available to us, in our lovely little Peachland.

Kathy Ward, Peachland

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October 28, 2011

Traffic light install by November 30 MOTI says signals will be installed by Nov. 30

Last week, signs went up on Hwy. 97 letting drivers know a construction project would be starting at the intersection. On Wednesday, the ministry sent out a press release.

"Traffic control signals will be installed at Hwy. 97 and Clements Crescent in Peachland," states the release. "The signals will increase safety for traffic turning onto the highway."

The improvements are to include traffic signals, advance warning flashers, street lights and modifications to traffic islands to improve access for wheelchairs.

Budgeted at $200,000, the project is to be installed

by November 30, according to MOTI.

Better late than never might be the motto for the long anticipated traffic light at Clements Crescent.

Mayor Keith Fielding announced in September that work on traffic lights at the intersection of Hwy. 97 and Clements would begin by the end of that month.

September 30 came and went and Fielding recently said that was the impression he got from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI).

Fielding added the September launch could have meant for design work to begin.

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Flu clinics across the Interior Health region have begun. Getting a flu shot is one of the best ways to protect yourself from the sniffles, fever, aches and pains that accompany the flu. The sooner you get your flu shot - the sooner you and those around you will be protected.

"People can spread the influenza virus before they show any symptoms at all" says Dr. Rob Parker, Medical Health Officer for Interior Health. "That’s why it is very important to wash your hands throughout the day - especially after sneezing, or coughing as well as before and after visiting daycares, hospitals or healthcare facilities. And if you are feeling sick stay home to avoid exposing others to the virus."

Influenza (the flu) spreads easily from person to person through coughing, sneezing, face-to-face contact and by touching surfaces such as door knobs and telephones that have been contaminated with the virus.

Influenza is the leading cause of preventable death due to infectious disease in Canada, killing thousands of Canadians every year and hospitalizing thousands more. Seniors, infants under two and people with chronic illness are most at risk from complications that can result from the flu.

This year’s vaccine contains three different flu strains, one of which is the pandemic strain (H1N1) that circulated in 2009-2010.

"The flu shot is a safe, effective way to reduce your chances of getting influenza and if you do get the flu it will reduce the severity of your symptoms," says Dr.

Parker. "If you aren’t eligible for the free clinics, you can still get a flu shot. Check with your pharmacist or doctor to find out about getting vaccinated."

Flu shots are available at free flu clinics for: * People 65 years and older and their caregivers/household contacts * Children and adults with chronic health conditions and their household contacts * Children and adolescents (six months to 18 years) with conditions treated for long periods of time with Acetylsalicylic acid and their household contacts * Adults who are very obese * Aboriginal people * Healthy children age six-23 months * Household contacts and caregivers of infants age 0-23 months * Pregnant women who will be in their third trimester during influenza season and their household contacts (pregnant women who are in other high risk groups can be immunized at any time during the pregnancy) * Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care facilities * Health care and other care providers in facilities and community settings who are capable of transmitting influenza to those at high risk of influenza complications * Inmates and staff of provincial correctional institutions * People who work with live poultry and/or swine The only flu shot clinic in Peachland takes place next Wednesday, November 2 at the 50-Plus Activity Centre. It runs from 9 am to noon.

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October 28, 2011

Hall running to improve information access to public

by Dave Preston Eric Hall is taking his second crack at a councillor seat and he says he wants to promote more access to information for the public.

"I'm just the kind of person who's interested in how the community is developed," said Hall. "I'd like to get involved in the decision making."

Hall said he wants to see the community develop in a way that, "makes most people happy."

There have been some decisions made in the past that Hall said he doesn't agree with. One was the approval of a singlefamily subdivision on the corner of Victoria and Ehlers.

"I think the development should have proceeded differently," he said, noting the development has impacted existing neigh-

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bours.

"My whole life has been in private enterprise," said Hall, who believes there is a tendency in local government to study things a little more than they should be.

Hall said once the decision was made to save the Primary School, he expected grants to be applied for right away. "Instead, we struck a committee."

"I would have lobbied to just get on with it," said Hall.

Calling himself "not the most pro-development person," Hall added he believes some developers have had to deal with too much red tape and delays.

"The emphasis should be to get a project going as efficiently as possible," said Hall.

He said he is very interested in land use changes, zoning changes and the impact those changes can have on a neighbourhood.

"I personally would like to promote more access to information," said Hall. "I would definitely try to improve the information flow."

Hall said he believes one problem with the curling rink referendum was that people did not get information presented honestly.

Council should have regular meetings with the public where people can talk about issues, according to Hall. He said sometimes holding public meetings doesn't work very well but he would like to try.

Hall said he feels that some council members in the past have not been very approachable by residents.

"To be out there talking to people is a part of being on council," said Hall.

Thorne Road residents want municipal water system After three decades of trying, residents along Thorne Road may be on the right path toward getting municipal water to their properties.

Recently Thorne Road residents sent a letter to council asking that their properties be hooked up to the municipal water system.

"A preliminary strategy for servicing the Thorne Road area with potable water and fire protection was completed by the district in 1995," said Doug Allin, director of operations.

Thorne Road is at the end of Hardy Street and residents currently have their own wells, although at least one has to truck in water now. The nearest fire hydrant 2 The intersection Peachland View is at the of Hardy and Renfrew Roads.

Allin reported that Thorne Road and several other areas in Peachland are not part of the town's Water Master Plan and there is currently no plan in place to hook up the areas to the town's water supply.

Jim Carpenter told council Tuesday he has lived on Thorne Road for 12 years and this is the third time he is aware of where residents have approached council about hooking up to municipal water.

Carpenter said the area is heavily forested and poses a high fire risk, yet there is no readily available water source for firefighting purposes.

Residents are concerned about water table contamination from a huge orchard up hill and about limited supply, according to Carpenter. He added that

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Allin said engineering was done in the mid-1990s, but cost was a stumbling block at the time.

"This is your opportunity to fix something that should have been fixed 30 years ago," said another man.

Council agreed to have staff sit down with area residents to understand their needs and the timing of hooking up to water. Staff will then prepare a report for council, including options, that can be discussed March 25, 2011 during 2012 budget deliberations.

The strength of the economy is evident everywhere It’s back! The signs are all there. It hit high that is held up by resilient, shock home for me this past week while I was absorbing laminated beams and girders. The doing an announcement at one of Western demand for the people and the product is Canada’s largest technical institutes. This strong. And we have what it takes right here post secondary training college graduates to supply that demand. about 25 per cent of all of the completed Another sign of our growing economy was apprentices going into a wide range of evident at the annual Hong Kong business professions and occupations right across the dinner in Vancouver this week. As minister country. for the Asia Pacific it was an What they were telling honour to bring remarks to the � WEEKLY COMMENTARY me was good news, but not sold-out event. The mood in the without its challenges. The STOCKWELL DAY, MP room was clearly optimistic. administration and faculty And it was optimism based on reps said it was starting to look like dÊjà -vu hard facts, not simply hope. all over again. The demand for all types of Agriculture and energy producers were trades is unmistakeably surging upwards there, talking about what appears to be longagain. They said it reminded them of the term growth and demand numbers. After pressure they felt at the time of major all, as the middle class continues to grow at employee shortages a few years ago. an amazing rate and people move annually It wasn’t that long ago. You remember. out of poverty by the tens of millions per Demands for qualified help or for those year in China, India and other previously willing to be trained was so high that many impoverished nations the demand from fast food outlets couldn’t keep open their them for every type of product imaginable usual hours because they simply couldn’t will only increase. We are very well placed find the people. to meet those demands and see our own I’m not saying we’re there yet. There are levels of standard of living and prosperity still many people looking for work. But rise in the process. the strength of the economy is evident Westbank First Nations continue to see everywhere. All I have to do is reflect on economic growth. This week I was with some of the events I was involved in this Chief Robert Louie for the announcement week. of a construction project that will upgrade Just last week I attended the opening of a a number of homes on WFN lands. That huge new production facility in Okanagan means there will be a need for trades and Falls. Structurlam makes value added wood building supply products. More jobs, more products that are used here and around the sales, more economic growth. world. If you’re wondering what kind of An international meeting of private and projects they do, think Richmond Olympic public sector transportation companies with skating oval‌that breathtaking magnificent top people from around the world also took roof superstructure. They did that. place here (Vancouver) to look at the growth Sometimes we aren’t aware of the amazing needs in transportation arising from our workers and technicians that we have right growing economy. As I said, the signs of job here in our own backyard. (They also have a creation and investment are everywhere. We plant in Penticton.) will continue to work on the types of policy

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October 28, 2011

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by Dave Preston Vern Moberg says he enjoys being on Peachland council and feels the existing council has done a pretty good job over the past three years.

"I think we have some good things going on in town," said Moberg. "We accomplished quite a bit."

The biggest feather's in council's cap, according to Moberg, was getting the Ponderosa development to the stage where construction could begin and moving the New Monaco development along.

When it came to Ponderosa, "There was some controversy but I think the whole thing was explained properly," said Moberg.

Concerning New Monaco, "From what I've seen, I think it's going to be a good thing," Moberg said.

Once businesses start setting up shop at the New Monaco site, Moberg said it will benefit everyone in Peachland.

"Our council has been good on decisions," said Moberg. He said he likes that there is a lot of discussion at committee meetings and that everyone can speak their mind.

The number one issue coming up in the future will be ensuring a bigger water reservoir is built for the Princeton side of Peachland, according to Moberg.

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The south end of town cannot support much new development at this time because of limited reservoir capacity, said Moberg.

A reservoir, "Is not just for development, but for fire protection," he said.

Moberg said he also wants to see a seniors housing complex on Sixth Street become a reality. He said he knows of seniors who lived in Peachland and had to move out of town when they were no longer able to look after their homes.

"We just don't have enough places where seniors can go," said Moberg.

"I'm honest, up front," Moberg said. "I keep my eye on things. I don't like blowing money away."

Moberg said council has to spend taxpayer money wisely because the town doesn't have a lot. The ability to do more in the future relies heavily on development, he said.

One other concern for the Moberg is the Primary School. He said it will take a lot of money to get the building opened and he can't vote in favour of putting more local taxpayer’s money into the project.

"It's got to be done on grants," said Moberg.

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October 28, 2011

Active volunteer seeks council seat

Eldon Kerbes

by Dave Preston An active community volunteer wants to make sure Peachland develops the way its citizens want.

Eldon Kerbes is seeking one of six councillor seats in the November 19 civic election.

"I have the town's interest at heart," said Kerbes.

A former citizen of the year, Kerbes has been involved in the Peachland Lions Club, the farmer's and crafter's market, the fall fair committee, the community arts council and the Peachland Players.

Retired now, Kerbes holds a Bachelor of Science degree in forestry and has lived in Peachland for the past decade.

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An avid council watcher, Kerbes said he has "no great beefs" with the current council but has found there has been "back biting with major developers."

Development will be a key issue in the future, according to Kerbes, and he wants to make sure that promises made by developers are lived up to.

Kerbes said he supports the renovations at the Primary School, but he wants to ensure that any community group that wants to use the building can.

"At the present time there are only two groups that have access to it," said Kerbes. "Every group should have access to that building if they want it."

Council needs to work to change when it makes decisions, according to Kerbes. He noted morning committee meetings, where the majority of discussion takes place, are not accessible to many people.

"There is no opportunity for people who work during the day to go to council meetings and talk before something is approved," said Kerbes.

With support for the process started by the Hwy. 97 Task Force, Kerbes said he will continue to support the group in the future, although he sees pros and cons to a bypass highway and four-laning the highway in place.

Some of Kerbes' other priorities include: * Listening to the concerns of Peachland residents; * Working cooperatively with council; * Ensuring responsible development; * Finding efficiencies with tax dollars; * Voicing concern about commercial traffic on residential streets.

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October 28, 2011

November an important month for the Peachland Legion

by Patricia Day Special to theView

Waldo's Way assumed a look of a street bazaar on October 22. That is exactly what it was - as part of a fund raiser for Mark Saul.

Mark was a Legion member, who recently passed away due to cancer. He was a famous snooker player and a much loved bartender at Branch 69. He will be sadly missed.

A big thank you to all who participated in this event.

Even the rain showers and cool temperatures did not dampen the spirits of those who came to shop. There were over 90 items to choose from in the silent auction and what a variety it was.

Many of the items came from local businesses that support the community. Without the involvement of the citizens of Peachland and the business community this event would not have been the success it was.

The ladies are taking over the snooker table. Several ladies have formed their own snooker league. If you are interested in joining this league, give Barrie a call.

However, there are two criteria: you must be a female and a member of the Legion.

Don't forget the Halloween Party on October 29.

Anita will be creating a cauldron of surprises. Dance and sing away the ghosts and goblins at Karaoke that night. The fun starts at 1930 hours.

On November 10, the colour party from Branch 69 will march into four of the area schools and participate in their Remembrance Day services.

November will be a busy month at Branch 69. This week, you will see poppies for sale at your place of business. Did you know that you could donate to the poppy fund via your mobile phone? Text the word, "POPPY" TO 20222. You will receive a reply allowing you to confirm your $5 donation.

The five dollar donation is charged to the cellular phone bill. If you would like to help with the poppy campaign or the program at the community centre on November 11, give Patricia a call at 250-767-6486.

Speaking of November 11, there will be the service at the community centre at 11 am. The parade will

fall in at 10:30 am to march into the service. Various groups and individuals participate in this important event.

An informal service is held at the town cenotaph at 11 am. The last post is played and hopefully there will be a fly past by an airplane club to mark the occasion.

The public is invited back to the Legion for a light lunch and entertainment. It is a chance to meet again old friends and to join in a sing-along of the old songs.

November is also a month of renewal as it is the AGM at Branch 69. All members are encouraged to attend this meeting, and if interested to stand for office.

Your executive is very important to the Legion and its operation. Don't be shy or afraid to run for office as your participation is needed and appreciated.

The meeting is on November 28 and begins at 1930 hours. Mark that on the calendar and make plans to be there.

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Past forums were put on by the Peachland Voters Association or its alumni. This time around, two community groups have banded together to present the candidates and their stand on issues to the public.

The Peachland Chamber of Commerce and the Peachland Residents Association are co-hosting the event, which takes place Tuesday, November 1 at the Peachland Community Centre.

Starting at 6:30 p.m., candidates for election will give three minute presentations to the crowd. Following will be a moderated question and answer period and then each candidate will give closing remarks.

Candidates will have the opportunity to display any written materials they have. Refreshments will be provided by the Peachland Auxiliary to Kelowna General Hospital by donation.

There are two candidates running for mayor of Peachland, 11 candidates for councillor and three candidates for school trustee.

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October 28, 2011

The first five years of the PWC: A vibrant history

by Judy Wyper Special to theView

The composition of the board of directors changed frequently, and volunteers came and went over the If you delve enough in the history of an organiza- years. Enthusiasm and a will to keep the society going tion, you find the germ of the idea for it resting with- was something that never changed. in a few people who spread their enthusiasm. From Dianne Geddes was a strong driving force to estabthese, a movement grew. lish the PWC with programs and services for the comGo back to November 2000. A need had long been munity. At first she was on the board, and later was observed, and action was being taken by Phyllis Pap- hired as coordinator. ineau, assisted by Linda Sarsons. They called for help

By October Linda Tyreman joined the board of diand it was answered from numerous directors and stayed on until 2003 when rections. Local individuals, service groups she was hired as office manager. These and businesses responded. Phyllis Pap- Our mission is to two worked in tandem to build the soineau, Chris Scowen, and Doug Armitage nurture wellness in ciety along with the board of directors. formed a Task Force.

It was a labour of love.

The February 8, 2001 edition of the the community The Peachland District Retirement Peachland Signal notified the public by providing services Society (PDRS) helped the PWC by of a proposed Health Resource Centre and programs. We applying for and receiving a grant of (HRC). A start-up grant of $4,000 was strive to be $4,000 from the Central Okanagan received from the Community Health Ad- an integral part of Foundation (COF). The purpose of visory Committee. this was to meet unexpected structural the community’s On February 14, a health fair was held well-being. and fire/safety standards. at the community centre with simultaneIn April the wheelchair lift was inous tours of the little house (owned by stalled, donated by Veterans Affairs. In the municipality) being proposed as the May the ramp was built and the Red location of the HRC. Dignitaries from all levels of Cross Loan Cupboard opened. government attended, along with ordinary citizens.

Open houses were held, with 11 social and health In March suggestions for a name were collected and service organizations attending. The Rotary Club dothe Peachland Wellness Centre was chosen. By April a nated two flagpoles. The speaker program began. The board of directors was formed.

Daybreak Program moved in. Garage sales were held.

From the beginning there was solid support from November 21, 2001 marked the official opening. Maythe community. Volunteers did extensive cleaning and or Waldo cut the ribbon. renovations. Of note are Gene Zaporzan, Gordie Mc2002 was just as challenging. In February the PDRS Bryan, and Ernie Sarsons. Gene and his wife Shirley donated $1,000 with no strings attached and that went from business to business and gathered over helped keep the doors open. Raffles, a health fair, stra$10,000 worth of materials. tegic planning, and organizational decisions occupied

the volunteers in between running new programs and helping people.

In 2003 the foundations for the society were solid.

Al Switzer successfully worked on an application for charitable status. Bereavement Support and Community Gardens began.

Jerry Dober started the Breakfast Club. Moneys were received from the COF, Lions, Legion, Trepanier Lodge, and Valley First for program support. Rotary donated a freezer. OUC students spent practicum time here. Our place in Peachland was being acknowledged.

In 2004 more OUC students joined us for their practicums. The Palliative Care Package and a community needs analysis were two of their projects. We received grants from the United Way and Direct Access.

HRDC summer employment, guided self-autobiography, housing development, mental health, chronic illness and caregiver support, and Falls Prevention were new undertakings.

2005 saw huge growth. There were 13 committees, program expansion, service club presentations, and increased grant monies and personal donations. On February 12 Lynn Taylor Donovan entertained at the Valentine’s fundraiser in the Little Schoolhouse.

During April a special meeting was held to discuss the need for and possibility of building an assisted living facility for seniors. That seed continues to grow.

On November 5 we invite you to join us at our 10 Year Anniversary Open House from 10 am to 4 pm.

Our mission is to nurture wellness in the community by providing services and programs. We strive to be an integral part of the community’s well-being. Phone us at 250-767-0141, see us on Facebook, or visit us at www.peachlandwellnesscentre.ca

Here To Serve You ERIK

CONTRACTING

Siding - any type • Soffits • Custom fascia Specializing in custom flashing Will fix any type of leak in your home

40 Years Experience in the Siding Business Call Erik for an Honest Estimate

250-767-2714

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• Siding • Soffit • Facia • Gutters

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Serving Peachland for 15+ Years

12 - The Peachland View

October 28, 2011

Looking for the Perfect Home?

One of these fine Realtors® might have a suggestion or two!

You needn’t be buying or selling Real Estate!

Call me...

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Moe Martin B.S. Bus. Admin.

Broker/Owner

250-767-2437

(Broker licensed in BC & Alberta)

Call the Peachland View to Advertise Today!

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moemartinrealtor@shaw.ca

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3024 Bridlehill Drive, West Kelowna

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5816 Somerset Ave, Peachland

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5878A Beach Avenue, Peachland,BC Own a business on Beach Avenue in Peachland. The British Invasion Sweets & Goods offers British candy, British gifts and British groceries. The retail space is located in a prime location across from the Heritage Park and Okanagan Lake. A rare space on Beach Avenue.

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250-826-2047 3520 Country Pines Drive, West Kelowna

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3963 Trepanier Heights Ave, Peachland

Best Value in Eagles View!

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www.peachlandliving.com

Larry Guilbault

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4004 Lakevale Court, Kelowna

Offered at $719,900

MLS ® 10029685

MUST BE SOLD! Beautiful 2 bed/2 bath condo with great views of Lake Okanagan. Open living area with gourmet kitchen and stainless steel appliances. Single garage plus extra parking.

Friendly quiet complex, use of clubhouse plus RV parking. See pictures on my website.

$319,900

5878E Beach Avenue Peachland, BC VOH 1X7

211-2330 Butt Road, West Kelowna

6078 Jackson Crescent Peachland, BC - This 4 bedroom 4 bath home has been relocated and renovated. New flooring, granite countertops, ceramic tile, carpets and new stainless steel appliances. The floor plan is an open concept great for entertaining and enjoying the incredible lake views. Located in a quiet area close to shopping, restaurants and the beach.

$449,000

MLS®10021799

Bryon Knutsen

(250) 863-1282

MLS®10034077

“Our” Community “Your” Realtor

Dave Collins

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

250-870-1444

www.davecollins.ca dcollins@coldwellbanker.ca

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Future potential in this private flat 10 acre property with 5 bed/ 3 bath home located just outside of Peachland. Great outbuildings include huge heated detached workshop, hay shed with corral, boat/storage shed and more! Presently zoned A1 and allowing for accessory building.

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CURRENT RATE SPECIALS 3 yr fixed 3.09% 5 yr fixed 3.39% 5 yr variable (Prime - 0.40%) 2.60%

Some conditions apply. Rates may change at any time.

5379 Buchanan Road, Peachland

Let us negotiate for your best mortgage!

$550,000

MLS®10036453

Bradley Dillman Peter Wannop John Kilpatrick John McGann CALL: 250-768-2161 www.NextDoorTeam.com

5234 Sutherland Road

Panoramic lake views! Well maintained 4 bedroom + den, 3 bath home offers lots of living space on 4 levels. Let the sun shine in through picture windows & skylights. Vaulted ceilings add an open appeal. Sunny deck, patio and tasteful landscaping.

Do the smart thing and buy this reasonably priced home in a million dollar zone & watch it appreciate! Rancher w/developed (2009) walk-out, sitting on 0.34 acre double-wide lot & no power lines to mar your view!

$459,000

MLS®10036913

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

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

www.MrPeachland.com 250-470-8803

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