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PEACHLAND COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL Last Friday Author Elinor Florence returned to the Peachland Art Gallery to give a talk to a full house on her new novel Wildwood and a brief summary of her previous book Bird’s Eye View. Florence is an exceptional speaker drawing on old photographs and her own family experience covering prairie life of the early to mid-20th century. The talk was followed by a wine and cheese with historian Richard Smith demonstrating household artifacts of the times. In addition to the photo printed here, you’ll find some images of the event on our website and on Facebook.
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ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Sometime overnight, On September 15, vandals ransacked a Scarecrow Display at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church on 4th street here in Peachland. Such a shame after some creative ladies of our Parish put the work in to create this display and someone(s) comes along and ruins it for everyone trying to be community spirited and join the Peachland Fall Fair Scarecrow competition. The vestments used in the display where authentic and were on loan for this display. They were damaged by the rain and mud. Whoever was responsible should be ashamed. Before and after photos on the left.
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Former mayor running for council SUBMITTED Keith Fielding was mayor of Peachland from 2008-2011 and again from 2011-2014. His principal goal in running as a councillor candidate is to use his knowledge and experience to help ensure that through managed growth and sustainable development, Peachland will retain its small town character, and remain a unique, charming and vibrant place in which to live work and play—a place noted for its thriving arts community and its extraordinary level of volunteer engagement. “I believe that the Downtown Sustainable Plan (DSP) is a critical element in creating such a future,” said Fielding. “I will seek to have
the DSP included once more as part of the Official Community Plan. I will also seek to amend zoning bylaws to ensure that height restrictions on properties fronting Beach Avenue reflect the three storey height limit envisaged in the DSP thereby keeping them at “human scale” and preventing them from eclipsing views on lands behind the laneways.” Fielding’s other goals include preventing Highway 97 from being four-laned through Peachland, providing support for Phase 2 of the Seniors Housing project, protection of Peachland’s watershed, fiscally responsible infrastructure development. and cost effective service delivery.
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Noticed a shift over last four years Dear editor: Reading the letters to the editor published in the View over that last four years tells me citizens in Peachland are noticing the shift away from democratic practice in our municipal government. For example, in the last year, there have been many letters describing citizens participating in public hearings. The letters tell us that citizens, speaking about their reasonable objections to development proposals, are given perfunctory attention by Council and ignored after the hearings, during 3rd and 4th readings of proposed changes to important bylaws including the Official Community Plan. And while no citizen input is supposed to be considered after the public hearing, developers and their supporters from organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, can and do continue to lobby the planner and other staff members after the public hearing stage for the purpose of shoring up support for their proposed changes. Another theme in the letters concerns a disturbing pattern of administrator practices and behaviours. These include banning a citizen from entering District offices, which is first and format, the public’s space for calling on elected and non-elected members of our local government team. Other letters detail administrator practices of ignoring or discouraging freedom of information requests. These and other instances of behaviour have been described in letters to the editor over that the four years since the last municipal election. For a reader like me, these letters act as warning indicators that we cannot take democratic self-government for granted. Everyone involved in a democracy has to practice it or lose it, whether as a citizen, an elected member of the council or as a non-elected staff member. This is the “use or lose it” principle of sustainable democracy. While writing this letter to you Dan I took another look at the statement of core values published on the District’s website. It reads “Respect, Transparency, Fact-based decision making, Community input, and engagement, Progressive thinking, Accountability, Honesty.” The letters published in the View over that last few years suggest that the elected and non-elected members of the policy-making and planning team we citizens empower with our votes and fund with our taxes have lost sight of their contract with us to enact these values. Otherwise, these become meaningless words, nothing more than a corporate branding practice. I am researching and writing a modest bylaw proposal for voters and candidates running for Council seats to consider and will send it along in a letter to the editor next week. Meanwhile thanks for reading this one. Nancy Merrill Peachland
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A vision for Peachland (and for our candidates?) Over the past three years it has become apparent that the residents of Peachland want a future for Peachland that is quite different than that which the development community would like to see. Friends of Beach Avenue has come up with a short list of priorities most Peachland Residents would recognize as being beneficial to our tax base and to our Residents. • Three storeys Maximum on Beach Avenue. This is what the Community put in the OCP and, per 2 Public Hearings, this is what the Community and now the Planning department also suggested for Beach Avenue—and the District Administration even went so far as to state that a public consultation on three storeys for Beach Ave was not needed due to the previous overwhelming support from the public. • Re-introduction of the Sustainable Downtown Plan into our Official OCP. This was the plan developed by the Community in Conjunction with the UBC School of Urban Design. • A Strong Peachland Resident Driven OCP with all zoning Bylaws and allowed variances deferring to and subservient to the OCP. For example, “establish” rather than “encourage” three storey maximum building height on Beach Avenue. • Council is to be firmly in control of the District Administration and the Planning Department, not the other way around. The Planning Dept. is to consult first with Council before new zoning and multiple variances are to be considered. • Council is to respect the expressed wishes of the Citizens of Peachland. It is, after all, the homeowners who pay 94.5 per cent of the taxes in this town and all of the Mayor and Council salaries. • The overall Vision for the town is to remain as a locally governed, liveable town. Development shall be focused to provide benefit to the local residents and which shall consider the long term tax consequence of such development. This Vision will respect and uphold the history of Peachland with the goal being to retain the local town charm and character. This Vision has already been established, at great cost, time and effort in the Sustainable Downtown Plan. Brought to you by your friendly neighbourhood ... FOBA (Friends of Beach Avenue!)
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&Jeers Huge cheers to Blake the new bylaw enforcement officer. His bright smile and friendliness go a long way! Jeers to anybody who defaces election signs. Express your frustration at the polls Cheers to Premiers who aren’t afraid to pull out the notwithstanding clause when the “constitution” gets in the way 99 Cheers to Martha Jenkins for hosting another spectacular Fall Fair! Jeers to people who serve nachos without any sour cream when they have company over Cheers to the of Brent Road for tremely generous to the Peachland partment
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Cheers to Dan Albas for getting promoted to Critic for Innovation Cheers to the volunteers and service clubs that worked for years to get a pier built in Peachland – job well done! Jeers to Hurricane Florence for ruining so many peoples’ day Cheers to the Ogopogo for getting sighted in Okanagan Lake last week
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Small-town charm will attract the right development Dear editor: I totally agree with Betty MacNichol’s comment that we need to attract developers that will help us gently densify our town while not destroying its quaintness is a worthwhile goal. The definition of quaintness which is frequently used to describe Peachland is: Charmingly odd, especially in an old-fashioned way or - the quality of being quaint and old-fashioned; “she liked the old cottage; its quaintness was appealing” Therefore what gives downtown Peachland the feeling of quaintness is the Gasthaus and our oldest buildings including the Little School House, the Waterfront and Peachland Museum. The way to achieve the above objective was outlined in the 2010 Sustainable Downtown Plan which was produced with input from the UBC School of Architecture and Sustainability headed by Prof Patrick Condon, who recommended among many other things to build on existing parcels of land, avoid large buildings and allow no more than three storeys on Beach Avenue. The reasoning was to retain Peachland’s quaintness and small town feel. However, this vision was replaced recently by the new Official Community Plan, which was supported by Cindy Fortin, Keith Thom, Peter Schierbeck, Mike Kent and Pam Cunningham, which recommends demolishing the buildings lining downtown Peachland and consolidating them into large lots with no restriction on height or storey’s along Beach Avenue. Therefore, voters who truly
want to retain Downtown Peachland’s character should be voting for a new Mayor and Council who can prove they share this vision by pledging to reintroduce the previous Sustainable Downtown Official Community Plan and rescinding the new. Those new to Peachland may not be aware that we have over 5,000 new residences approved, enough to increase Peachland’s tax base several times over and under this current council all proposed developments have been approved. Candidates may tell you what they think you want to hear, but you should examine new candidates participation in Peachland affairs, over the last few years to prove they are up to speed in Municipal Affairs and if they have ever attended a council meeting (in the past some have not) and if they are currently on council, their past performance, attendance, what they supported and why. To do this you can Google their names or go on the Peachland website for past minutes of meetings. Personally, the Mayor and the candidates I voted for in 2014 have been very disappointing, appearing to let the staff of Peachland make decisions for them, rather than undertaking their own independent research and instead of appreciating public opinion, which many pledged they wanted to listen to while campaigning, totally dismissed it on a number of issues. I will be very much more discerning this time around. Ray Clive Peachland
It’s been 10 years Dear editor: Yes, citizens of Peachland, it’s been 10 years, actually the anniversary date was Dec. 9, 2008, that former Mayor Keith Fielding and his new council conducted their first council meeting, and the first order of business for this newly elected council, was to approve the 3rd and amended reading of the Pincushion Area Sector Plan (commonly called the new Peachland Golf Course and development). It was passed six votes to one, current Peachland councillors Condon and Schierbeck voting in favour, and the lone opposition vote, that of former Mayor Fielding. Yes Mayor Keith Fielding was opposed to the new development, and it seems he was instrumental in making it very difficult for the Tree Group to ever make it happen. It was the first of a number of projects under the Fielding six year reign that failed—shall we remember the Table Top Manor project, how about the Peachland Curling Club project, and Steve Allison of TNI, the biggest employer in Peachland so frustrated with the Fielding council’s want to stymie development, he leaves his proposal and vision for Peachland on the table, and almost pulls the plug on Peachland. So it’s been 10 years, since that vote, when all of Peachland couldn’t wait to see this development built and the new Ponderosa Golf Course be open for it’s members and the public. And, 10 years later what do we have? A gravel pit is what we have. Yes, the USGA bragged of their site for the 2016 US Open, the Chambers Bay Course in Washington state, where they had built a golf course out of an old gravel pit. Well Peachland, you should not be proud of your new gravel pit, which once was the jewel of Peachland … The Ponderosa Golf and Country Club. There have been rumours, of no golf course ever being built, possibly a nine hole course, and yet as first promised an 18 hole course. I guess the question should be directed at our current council and Mayor Fortin, WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH THE GOLF COURSE? I met with Cindy Fortin at an all candidates forum, before the 2014 election, explained who I was and that I live right across from the old #1 green of the Ponderosa Golf Course, and told her of my displeasure with the way things have
gone across the street, the fact that my wife and I moved here in 1998 and bought across from the golf course, and the number one reason we bought there wasn’t the spectacular view of the lake. But because there was a golf course, a well run golf course, with a wonderful group of members, right across the street, and now instead of looking out my front door to a well manicured golf course, I see rocks and brush and the remains of construction materials scattered about, and I asked then councillor Fortin, if I were to vote for you, what are you going to do about getting the golf course up and running. She said, if elected Mayor, one of the first things she was going to do was sit down with all those involved, and it was a priority of hers to make it happen. Well Mayor Fortin, it’s been four years, what is happening across the street from us? Absolutely nothing Mayor Fortin. How about Councillor Keith Thom, who is running running for mayor, what will you do about the golf course, and Eric Hall if elected mayor, will you stand in the way of this development, and Harry Gough, is this a priority of yours to make sure Peachland gets their golf course, and Ernie Hurd, will you strive to get this resolved. Can someone please tell the people of Peachland, what is happening with the Ponderosa Golf Course. Jeff Clarke Peachland
PUBLIC NOTICE Beach Ave Traffic Flow Changes The Peachland Family Glow Run will be held on Friday, September 28. Beach Avenue traffic flow will be altered as follows: 7:30 pm-8:30 pm
ONE WAY TRAFFIC ONLY SOUTH BOUND
No north bound traffic will be permitted on Beach Avenue from 1st to13th street. South Bound access is available at 13th Street. North bound access of 1st to 6th Streets is permitted through the back alley from 1st to 6th Street. 5:00 pm-8:30 pm
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No parking will be permitted on the lake side of Beach Avenue between 1st and 2nd Street or on the Lake side of Beach Avenue between 13th and 14th Street. Any vehicles left in these stalls after 5pm will be towed to the parking lot on 2nd Street at the owner’s expense.
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Albas on alternative energies DAN ALBAS
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT I was recently honoured to be named as the Opposition Shadow Minister for Innovation, Science, Economic Development and Internal Trade. This new role is one I take very seriously and I would like to briefly explain one of the reasons why. In some ways Canada is at a cross roads. We have a Prime Minister who believed that if we had a national carbon tax, it would buy social license to support getting a new pipeline to tidewater. Today we know that plan is failing for a variety of different reasons. The Prime Minister says he remains committed to getting the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion built, despite the fact that a growing number of provinces are rejecting his federally imposed carbon tax. The important question here is “What are the alternatives?” This is where innovation, science, economic development and internal trade come in to the picture. Recently, I learned of a new high tech refinery being built in Alberta. As refineries go this is a small one producing roughly 500 barrels per day. But what is exciting is this refinery is producing ‘clean diesel’. What is ‘clean diesel’? It is a synthetic sulphur-free diesel fuel that is made from a mixture of liquid gas, wood chips and bio solids that has near zero CO2 emissions. Not only does this fuel meet the low carbon fuel standard target for 2020, the same technology can also
be adapted to produce synthetic jet fuel for aviation applications. Another important consideration is this synthetic fuel is fully compatible with existing engines and requires no costly retro fitting. Synthetic diesel can also be used as a concentrate. As an example, mixing 20 per cent synthetic diesel with 80 per cent conventional diesel produces a diesel fuel that is well below current European and Californian emission standard levels. There is also a local connection to this technology. A company located in the South Okanagan is currently manufacturing some of the equipment to be used at the refinery in Alberta. With some adaptation, the same technology can also be used to generate electricity. With a fairly robust supply of wood waste in addition to many local governments struggling to find locations to deal with bio solids, there are opportunities to use these materials to generate electricity. Currently, there are some exploratory efforts to identify possible locations for such a plant here in the Okanagan. Synthetic fuels and energy production are obviously only one step in a complex problem but it does clearly illustrate the important role that innovation can play as we look to find lower carbon solutions in our future. My question this week: Should the Federal Government encourage development of innovation projects such as this one to reduce our CO2 emissions, instead of imposing carbon taxes?
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Dear editor:
We are at a turning point in Peachland; we can take the easy route and merely bemoan the fact that we are not positioned to attract new business, cannot attract young families due to expensive housing, and tolerate limited transport links and minimal infrastructure. Or, we can address these issues in a key mayoral vote. I have listened to Keith Thom as he describes his commitment to the development of affordable housing utilizing some recently announced Federal and Provincial funding. As far as a lack of transportation links, I was shocked to learn that I cannot take public transit from my home to my job at the Penticton hospital. I appreciate that Keith’s involvement at a BC Transit convention earlier this year
made him aware that in 2019 BC Transit will be implementing an extension all the way through Summerland to Penticton. I value the thoughtful balance Keith takes to maintaining Peachland’s charm, and the need for new business development which will generate a substantial increase in the city’s tax revenue. The recently approved PeachTree Village alone will take a current tax base of $5,000 per year to over $70,000 for the same foot print, allowing for the improvement of our town’s infrastructure. Of course not every decision he makes will always sit well with every resident, but I believe Keith Thom will genuinely work in the best interests of our entire community. He has my vote! Patricia Gartner Feeling positive about Peachland
I know who I’m not voting for Dear editor: Remind me to hire Ernie Hurd as my campaign manager if I ever run for anything! Okay, I’m being facetious. Lets see. According to his own words Ernie is bull-headed and less than endearing. In fact, he claims to be genetically disposed to be this way. He quit council in 2010 because he didn’t get his own way. Boo-hoo snowflake. Ernie quotes Taylor Swift saying, “Fearless is getting back up and fighting for what you want, over and over again—even though every time you’ve tried before you failed!” Well, Ernie, I hate to break it to you but someone a lot more famous than Taylor Swift said: “The definition of stupidity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Ernie says he is not here to disrespect other
candidates, but three lines later he disrespects three candidates! Which is it Ernie? And what else does Ernie promise? Hmm... Okay. He wants to expand our boundaries, grow and sell cannabis, move city hall to a basement, restructure the Chamber of Commerce, put a moratorium on development, and slam in a four lane highway. Interestingly there was no talk of polling residents for their opinions or sponsoring forums to spark discussion. This is not 1867, Ernie. It’s 2018. And since you love quotes Ernie, I’ll leave you with this one: “You don’t tug on Superman’s cape; You don’t spit into the wind; and you don’t pull the hat off the old Lone Ranger...” Nick ‘Rambo’ Walsh Peachland
Competition fierce at 55+ BC Games Dear Peachlanders! I have just returned from the 55+ Games in Kimberly/ Cranbrook, held Sept 11-14. I have been competing in the cycling events for four years now. My mom, now age 80, has been competing almost every year since she turned 56. It is a rare thing for parent and child to be active seniors together. We had fun despite the challenging conditions of cold, wet, rainy weather. I expect great competition from the ages 55-65. What inspires me the most is the 70+ age group! My gosh they were strong and fast. Yup, a few passed me on the road race. I didn’t have enough oomph to catch their draft. My training is via commuting to work. I am fit but not trained like them! Wow… all those retirees are the ones to watch! They are fast and strong! In 2019 the Senior Games will be in Kelowna! Likely mid Sept again. Please make a mental note or put it in your calendar to get out and watch and/or volunteer or choose an event in which to participate.
The camaraderie is so much fun, the volunteers are supportive and friendly, the management is organized and there are always great stories after. The 55+ Games in Kelowna next year will also be the qualifier for the Canadian National Seniors Games to be held in Kamloops in 2020. The competition will be fierce. This year the cycling time trial was delayed because of Grizzlies on the course. Conservation officers gave the OK for the race to continue as the three grizzlies were occupied feeding on a dead animal at some distance from the course. I didn’t see them, or even look for them as I was concentrating on the competition. All I saw was a “grizzly crossing” sign. The road race terrain was beautiful. The course itself not difficult and the scenery I am sure would have been amazing without the rain, fog and low clouds. I did see a black bear and cubs in a distant hay field when I was on my last loop. The weather on the day made the race brutal. My feet froze and I as well as others, needed help getting off the bike at the end of the
54 km, and to have my shoes and socks removed. Three days later my cycling shoes are still cold and wet but are now stuffed with newspapers. I did four laps of the course and my mom did three. She was waiting for me at the end, cheering me up the hill to the finish line. That’s the best part…. Parent and child as active seniors. Mom is going to compete as long as she can, even tho there is no-one else in her age category. Another lady, age 85, competed AND completed every event. I have watched her too the last four years…. She is amazing in her endurance and perseverance. There were others that chose to not start, or that quit after a loop or two. It would have been as difficult to make that decision as it was to continue on. I wish we had time to view other events. One year I was able to watch the track and field events. So much fun. Please support the Senior Games by watching, volunteering, or participating. It really is inspiring. Linda Nicholas Operations Clerk District of Peachland
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of her famous Winelicious Tour, as they were the grand prize winners of the 99th Annual Fall Fair Raffle. Joining them in the photo is Fall Fair President Martha Jenkins.
ave you thought about making your own beer or wine yourself, but not sure where to start? Westside U Brew is the place for you to go to start your own wine or beer—returning later to bottle. You do not need any equipment— they have it all and will happily guide you through the process. Westside U Brew offers over 50 different international wine kits and 100 different beer recipes. Just about any recipe for beer can come to life through one of their six copper kettles, and the best wines from around the world can be emulated. With 16 awards for their wine made from kits, Westside U Brew is a family run brew on premise. Both Deb and Gord have their winemaking Level 2 accreditation and Deb has her WSET level 1 and VQA tasting. With 27 years of experience they will be sure to help you find and make your very own wine or beer. “We`ll ask what they like and match it to the customers taste.” Debbie said. Argentine Malbec is Deb`s favourite red wine at the moment and Gord`s favourite white is a Dry Riesling. They have just recently attended a wine tasting where the 2018 Limited Edition wines were showcased. Deb says the 3 reds and 2 whites being released at the beginning of January will please most palates. Be sure to ask them about these wines. Debbie, along with her husband Gord (the brewmaster), walks every wine lover through the process of making and bottling their own wine. With their bottle washer and automat-
ic corkers and cappers it’s easy, inexpensive, and they are open all year long. And it’s always more fun with friends. “Make it a social event!” Although wine has traditionally been produced and served in bottles, now at Westside U Brew you have the option of storing it in four-litre airtight bags know as Bag in Box. Westside U Brew’s wine or beer make great Christmas presents, but since they take a bit of time, it’s best to start planning in the fall. As avid long time residents of Peachland, Deb and Gord invite you to come to Westside U Brew ( in West Kelowna) and find out if making your own wine or beer is right for you. They’re open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.
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New party not interested in Peachland VIEW STAFF Peachland isn’t rural enough for the Rural BC Party. The newly formed provincial political party will be running candidates in “B.C.’s 23 rural ridings.” Most of the Interior is included but three ridings in and around Kelowna are not. The party aims to counterbalance the amount of attention given to “voter-rich areas of the Lower Mainland and Southern Vancouver
Island,” as politicians “increasingly neglected rural B.C.” “The people of rural BC are no longer willing to sit on the political sidelines,” said interim party leader Jonathan Van Barneveld. “We are a major economic driver of the province, but we are increasingly forgotten about and neglected. Many communities are on life support and have never had the opportunity, or the means, to diversify their economies and truly flourish.”
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Bertram Creek, Johns Family Nature Conservancy, Kalamoir, Part of the attractiveness of our Glen Canyon and Rose Valley. As Central Okanagan Regional Parks sightings increase, we post signs is that visitors experience wild, advising that the animals may be untouched, natural settings. That active in the area.” He adds “To reduce your also means they may encounter wildlife at any time. And as sum- chance of coming upon a bruin, mer draws to a close, visiting our travel in a group if possible and more natural Regional Parks re- make noise or carry something that makes noise. During the fall quires more bear awareness. Across the Okanagan Kokan- fish spawning season local creeks ee salmon are starting to spawn and rivers can be teaming with and orchard and vineyard crops spawning salmon. As a result, are ripening. With that there’s in- you may find bears taking advancreasing evidence of bear activity tage of this plentiful food source. as they leave the higher elevations Bears fishing for food may not hear you over the noise of the in search of food in the valley. Communications Officer Bruce creek water. If you see a bear, Smith says “As expected at this give it plenty of space and stay time of year, our parks staff and well away from it.” Bears also have excellent senses visitors usually see more signs of bears in some of our regional of smell and hearing, and better parks including Mission Creek, sight than you might believe. Dog the Greenway, Scenic Canyon, owners are reminded that their pets must be leashed and kept on trails at all times. It’s not only the law, but will help avoid any potentially serious wildlife encounter. Residents also have a role to play in preventing animal confrontations on their property by keeping any garbage securely stored and only wheelFOR MAYOR ing their garbage cart out on the morning of their regular curbside collection. That helps to reduce the potential temptation for bears or other wildlife. Authorized by Financial Agent: D. Muhs
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Question for candidates During the election campaign, the Peachland View will be asking candidates a new question every week.
For starters – What made you decide to run in this election? Keith Thom
I am running because I love Peachland. I’ve loved being on council and believe in the Mayor’s chair I can invoke some positive changes for our community. I have a strong business background from my years in Ontario running nursing homes, and I have owned my own business as well, and believe that business acumen and fiscal responsibility is a qualification that a mayor should have.
Cindy Fortin
My decision to run for re-election for Mayor is based on the same core reason I ran in the last election, “For the love of our community.” I have lived in Peachland for 35 years, raised my family here, and I want to play an important role in the shaping of this community. I have gained considerable knowledge, experience, and made important connections with local citizens, as well as those in the higher levels of government. My goal is to continue to see Peachland progress in a positive direction, and to ensure our community is economically and socially healthy and strong for today, and for future generations.
Harry Gough
Since being elected to council in the only term I ran 2001 - 2003, it has always been of interest to once again run in our municipal election. Now retired from work I have the time. The motivating final factor in my decision making was the dysfunction of our council and how their decision making has divided our town. Mayor and council are elected to represent the people, this means listening and respecting all opinions whether in agreement or not. Development for a livable Peachland, CLEAN year round drinking water, programs directed towards our youth are a few of the items that need to be attended to. These will require Clear Thinking of our new NEW COUNCIL . The greatest asset we have are our citizens, it is now time to come together. I Thank-you for the opportunity to address this weeks question. A vote for the PEOPLE”S Mayor Harry Gough is a vote for positive Change.
Ernie Hurd
I decided to run based solely on the candidates running. In my opinion most of the candidates are trying to walk up the down escalator. This town needs to move forward, I believe the needs of the squeaky wheel need to be addressed but in a civil and democratic way. I believe the public has a role in what the public wants but it needs to be a majority of stakeholders of same mind. I believe, contrary to the majority of this council, those visionaries that have come before have a role in present and future council decisions. A good example is the Charrette conference and the Beach Avenue Neighbourhood plan. Developers are only guests in our town. They may pretend to have the gold but contrary to the Golden Rule we have the rules and I would rather not accept the gold if they don’t accept the rules. The silent majority needs to wake up from their blissful slumber and vote. I believe in democracy and I believe in forgiveness.
Pam Cunningham
I feel that I have done a very good job and stood by everything I said I would when I campaigned 4 years ago. I also learned a lot and feel that I have more to bring to the table for another term. I have had 100 % attendance being that I have never missed one council evening meeting in 4 years.
Mario Vucinovic
I decided to run for re-election because I enjoy serving the citizens of Peachland and again nominated to continue to be a voice for their concerns. Moreover, this beautiful town has our citizens divided over some key issues that I feel
are not resolved. A balance needs to be struck between growth and tranquility. Council needs to promote future diversity and progression within a framework that benefits the town and its unique charm. A voice is only heard when others listen attentively.
Rick Ingram
The most beautiful and prosperous small towns don’t happen by accident. They are the result of thoughtful and consistent stewardship that takes economics, urban design, history and development into account and balance. Since arriving in Peachland I have been working to make a contribution to our hometown and its evolution. I envision a beautiful, prosperous, sustainable and harmonious Peachland. Over the past year I have seen Council actions and decisions that I feel take us further from that vision. Accordingly, I put my name forward as a candidate for council to be a champion for Peachland’s vibrant small town character.
Patrick Van Minsel
My love for this community prompted me to put my name forward as a Peachland Councillor, and I would be honoured to serve on the council. I will live here for many more years and believe I possess the skill set to help Peachland navigate through some tough challenges that lay ahead. I would like to serve and represent the Peachland Residents and together build a healthy and vibrant community. My keywords are transparency, communication, progressive, inclusiveness, honesty, approachable, vibrancy and reliable. Please vote on October 20th, your vote counts.
Mike Kent
I want to serve my community and continue to see Peachland flourish. Now is an exciting time to live in Peachland. Last term the council I was a part of addressed the number one priority of water quality by securing 11.8 million in grant funding for a water treatment plant. Further, affordable housing, seniors housing, parking lot upgrades, downtown revitalization, waterfront park expansion and a new financial institution are just the beginnings of the positive direction this community is heading. I want to tackle the next challenges with the same level of dedication, focus, and commitment to positive outcomes.
Terry Condon
My motivation was current council ‘s failure to listen to Peachland residents over the Peachtree Village development and subsequent arbitrary rewriting of our OCP.
Keith Fielding
I want to use my knowledge and experience to help ensure that Peachland retains its small town character long into the future and remains a unique, charming, and vibrant place noted for its beauty, it’s concern for the environment, it’s thriving arts community and it’s extraordinary level of volunteer engagement. Towards this end, I will seek to reinstate the Downtown Sustainable Plan as part of the OCP and amend zoning bylaws to ensure a three storey height limit on Beach Avenue thereby keeping them at ‘human scale’ and preventing views from land behind the laneway being eclipsed.
Pete Coolio
So many people who’ve asked me to run are expressing that they’d like to feel more connected with the community... they want to feel welcome to share their ideas and be more involved. I love the small-town feeling of Peachland and I never want to lose it, which means making everyone feel that they have a voice in the conversation. What we have here is very special.
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Community tree planting event planned for National Tree Day PEACHLAND WATERSHED PROTECTION ALLIANCE Volunteers with the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance invite the community to celebrate National Tree Day on September 26, with a tree-planting event in Peachland’s watershed. A mix of Aspen, Birch, Yellow Pine and Douglas fir will be planted adjacent
to Peachland Creek, where fire burned the forest in Summer 2017. This area within the watershed was also damaged due to heavy run off and a mudslide from a logging road above the creek. The riparian area was further damaged by heavy equipment attempting to bolster the collapsed logging road. The September 26 event
precedes the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance’s larger scale reforestation effort planned for Peachland Creek in Spring 2019. What: Community tree planting to celebrate Canada’s National Tree Day. Trees and shovels provided. Please bring your own gloves. Refreshments provided.
Joan & Richard Menzies 70th Wedding Anniversary
When: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 26 Where: Meet for carpool at the 5400 block of Mcdougald Road in Peachland. Directions: Exit Mcdougald Road off Princeton Avenue (just before Princeton becomes Brenda Mines Road). Planting site is located at the 2km marker on Munroe Forest Service Road. Note there is a ten-minute walk to Peachland Creek How: Please register at peachlandwpa@ gmail.com or call 250 767 6456.
Please join our family for afternoon tea to celebrate this milestone with Joan and Richard.
September 22, 2018 at the 50+ Centre from 1-3 pm
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The former owner of IGA is in the race for Mayor of Peachland. Harry Gough realizes the issue of storey limits along Beach Avenue is very controversial but believes it has divided the town far more than it should have. “From what I’ve seen, respect hasn’t been given to all the people that are there,” he said. Gough’s position on building height along Beach Avenue: three storeys max. And although some residents want to see taller buildings, “whether you agree or not you certainly have to listen to them.” Selling the IGA has freed up enough of his time and now he has the opportunity to get involved. “I would have done something similar to this before but I didn’t have the time with work.” Getting to know many Peachlanders while they were picking up their groceries, Gough said he’s been a sounding board for many years at the store. “People know what they’re getting with me,” he said. “I’d like to see the community brought back together. We need somebody who can do that.” Gough served on Peachland council from 2000-02, during George Waldo’s final term as Mayor. He gives the current council credit for accomplishing many positive things. But while elected officials will always come to the table with a diversity of opinions, in Peachland “they’re just so divided that nothing’s going to get accomplished. With the right council elected and the right Mayor people will have more of a say.” Also, he wants to reverse the perception in some peoples’ minds that the administration runs the District, rather than the elected members of council. Voting day is Saturday October 20.
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Government will crack down on marijuana more than ever once it’s legal MIKE FARNSWORTH
B.C.’S PUBLIC SAFETY MINISTER It’s about a month to go until non-medical cannabis becomes legal in Canada, so here’s a quick snapshot of what to expect in B.C. as of Oct. 17, 2018. Retail stores won’t appear overnight, but on Oct. 17, 2018, government’s first BC Cannabis Store will open in Kamloops and the online sales platform will be launched to ensure British Columbians can purchase non-medical cannabis regardless of where they live. More retail locations are anticipated in the months to follow as the application process continues, with applications coming in from the North, to the Cariboo and Vancouver Island. So far, we’ve received over 100 paid applications in various stages of entry. Moving to a legal regime for a product that has been banned for a century will take some time. As more legal supply and retail outlets
come online, those who insist on selling illegal products will be shut down. B.C.’s new Community Safety Unit will be targeting illegal retail operations, and will be able to seize product and records without a warrant and impose monetary penalties based on the value of the product seized. B.C. is working hard to ensure that we’re ready for the new federal rules on cannabis sales. For example, whether you go to a store or click to buy, cannabis product packaging and labelling will include a large disclaimer about health risks to users. Strict limits on the look and feel of packaging are aimed at reducing the appeal to younger audiences. There will also be strict age verification for online sales and delivery at the door. And as we’ve said, keeping cannabis out of reach of children and youth is a top priority. “Bootlegging,” or selling cannabis to minors, will continue to be a
criminal offence punishable by up to 14 years in jail. That’s in addition to provincial penalties of up to $50,000, jail time of up to six months, or both. We’ve set the minimum age for possession at 19, prohibited cannabis smoking and vaping in areas where children and youth commonly gather (like sports fields, skate parks, schools, provincial, regional and municipal parks and playgrounds) and banned youth under 19 from entering cannabis stores, even with an adult. To tackle drug-impaired driving, we are giving police more specialized training and more tools to remove drug-affected drivers from the road, including a 90-day driving ban. Graduated Licensing Program (GLP) drivers won’t be allowed to have any THC in their system, and neither drivers nor passengers will be allowed to use cannabis in a vehicle. This is just the beginning—we’ll be taking careful stock of
what happens on B.C.’s roads after legalization. When planning a trip south, remember that you won’t be able to take cannabis into the U.S. This is among the reminders included in B.C.’s public awareness and education campaign that will begin to run early October. The legalization of non-medical cannabis is a historic shift in public policy. It’s a considerable learning curve and, without a doubt, all levels of government will need to refine their policies and regulations in the years ahead. For now, get more information on B.C.’s non-medical cannabis laws and regulations at: www2. gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/public-safety/cannabis. As Minister of Public Safety, I’m committed to monitoring the implementation of legal cannabis and making any adjustments necessary to continue to meet our provincial goals of protecting public health and safety.
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PEACHLAND LEGION The Peachland Legion has seen a busy September so far in our fundraising for ReNEW The Roof campaign. On September 8 we held a Burger and Beer Event at Edgewater Bar and Grill. Chris Rollins, the owner of the Edgewater was kind enough to offer the labour, and donate the burgers and between Canada Bread and Saputo, we received free cheese and buns. The BC Lions donated a suite for a game, value of $3,000 which was won by Tom Miller. On Saturday Sept 15 we held our 2nd Annual Golf Tourney at Sumac Ridge, where 56 people attended. The businesses and individuals in Peachland which donated prizes and silent auction items were Jean Saul, Blind Angler, Dragon Lotus, Karen’s
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Place, Sunnyside Market,Ace Hardware, Gasthaus, Petro Canada, The Wine Shoppe, Your Dollar Store and More, Lakeside Auto, Ships-A-Hoy, Bliss Bakery, Déjà Vu, Vantage One Credit Union, 4 Hair, Peachland View, Brad Shave, Rick Lang, Barney Waterfield and Matcon Construction, and Bosleys. IGA was the major sponsor with each competitor receiving a $25 gift card, and they also donated hot dogs, chips, water and condiments. These two events combined realized a significant amount of money going to the fund to reNEW the Roof. The last event for September will be a bottle drive, to be held Saturday, Sept 29, from 8 am to 3 pm at the Peachland Shopping Center in front of IGA. Any refundable containers, such as pop or beer cans, beer, wine or liquor bottles, and plastic water pop or juice bottles may be dropped off between those hours.
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Brent Road Fire Protection Agreement
Council renewed the Brent Road Fire Protection Agreement for five (5) years to December 31st, 2023. The agreement allows the District of Peachland Fire Department to provide fire protection to the residents on Brent Road, which is in the Regional District of the Central Okanagan.
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Ambassadors ready for another year after their groovy pageant CONTRIBUTED Peachland ambassadors had a groovy pageant this year, celebrating the flower power 70s. Mayor Fortin and councillor Condon were in attendance along with 18 communities around B.C. Last year’s ambassadors agreed to stay on one more year and look forward to having new candidates take over. Avery Takanaka (youth citizen of the year), Shenelle Neyedil (BC high school rodeo princess) and Catherine Graham. Correction – Rick Ingram was incorrectly referred to as a Friend of Beach Avenue the Sept. 7 article announcing his candidacy for council. Although he is sympathetic to their cause and considers himself a (lowercase f) friend of Beach Avenue, he is not a member of FOBA.
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Potluck
Friday September 28th at 6 pm 50+ Activity Centre
Entertainment R.G. Peever at 7 pm. Please bring a dish to share, your own dishes and cutlery. Everyone is welcome ! Find us on Facebook by searching Peachland 50 Plus Activity Centre peachland50plusactivitycentre.ca
Every Week: Art • Chess • Bowling • Bridge • Crafts • Exercise/Yoga • Ukulele
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FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm, Community Centre YOGA (RESTORATIVE) 8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 9:05-11 am, Community Centre VARIETY SINGERS 9:15 am Drop in from Sept to June, 50+ Activity Centre TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 10-11 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre TAI CHI noon, 50+ Activity Centre Back Sept 17th by donation
MEDITATION/RELAXATION 11:30 am-12:30 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre CONTRACT BRIDGE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL (3.5) 4:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre MINI BATTERS T-BALL 4:30-5:15 pm. Community Centre SPIN, CORE, STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre
KARATE CLASS 6-7 pm at the Little Schoolhouse HATHA YOGA 6-7 pm Community Centre YOUTH BOXING CLUB 6-8 pm, 4th St Place WOOD CARVERS 7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre Returns Oct 1st
POUND 6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre PICKLEBALL DROP IN (all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre
TUESDAYS
FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm, Community Centre FLOW YOGA 8 am, 5$ Drop in 50+ Activity Centre FLOW YOGA 9-10 am, 4th Street Place SPIN & SCULPT 9:15-10 am, Community Centre MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE 9:30 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10-11 am, Community Centre CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs), 10:00-noon, Community Centre CARPET BOWLING 10 am, 50+ Activity Ctre AA 12-1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre
PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3 pm, Community Centre UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre MAHJONG 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre POWER UP & OPEN GYM Grade 4-5, 3-6 pm, Boys and Girls Club ZUMBA 5:30-6:30 pm, 4th Street Place LINE DANCING 7 pm, $4 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL DROP IN (all levels) 5:45-7:30 pm, Community Centre PICKLEBALL DROP IN (all levels) 7:45-9:30 pm, Community Centre
WEDNESDAYS
FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm, Community Centre INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre STRETCH, BALANCE & CORE 8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre Bring mat, Beginners welcome
PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5) 9:05-11 am, Community Centre 50+ FITNESS 9:15 am, $5 Drop in. Please bring a mat. 50+ Activity Ctre FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place WELLNESS CIRCLE 10 am-11:30 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre Begins Oct 10th
DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10 am to 11:30 am Peachland Wellness Ctre
Dawn Boys Yoga - Monday and Wednesday 9-10 am; Saturday 9-10 am at Heritage Park. All levels and ages. $10 drop in, includes an aromatherapy neck and shoulder massage during savasana. Classes run weekly rain or shine. The Peachland Variety Singers - Started Monday, Sep 10 at 9:30 am in the 50+ Activity Centre. Singing for the Remembrance Day Service and a concert on December 9. Anyone new to the community is invited to join us. Call 250-767-2546 for info. Kaleidoscope of French & Spanish Music from Europe - Sunday Sep 23 & 30, 2-4:30 pm at the Ad Lib Art Gallery. RSVP—$30 both or $17 each. 3063 Bridlehill Drive, West Kelowna. Call Claudia Kargl at 250-768-1404. Business Appreciation - hosted by the Peachland Chamber of Commerce at the Peachland Visitor Centre, Sep 27, 5:30 pm.
Food, games for the kids, entertainment, wine tasting, prizes, and your chamber service providers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the benefits of being a chamber member! RSVP peachlandchamber@gmail.com All Candidates Forum - October 1, 6 pm, at the Community Centre. Hosted by the Chamber of Commerce Forum Committee. Meet and greet the candidates at 5 pm. Please send your election questions to rockyrs.tritonmarine@gmail.com Wild Kids Come Out and Play Day - hosted by Greata Creek Camp, Sep 22, 11 am - 2 pm at 8 km Headwaters Road, Peachland BC. Fire cooked FREE lunch provided. Ages 6-12ish.... under 6 with parents. Call 250-767-9626. Peachland Farmers and Crafters Market - Every Sunday from May 27 to Sept 30, 10 am to 2 pm at Heritage Park.
COFFEE GROUP 10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre,
PICKLEBALL DROP IN (all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre
every 2nd & 4th Wed, Dropins Welcome
PICKLEBALL DROP IN (3.0+) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre CONTRACT BRIDGE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre SUNSHINE SINGERS 1:15 to 2:15 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre CHESS 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre SOCIAL BRIDGE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre TWEEN DINNER NIGHT Grades 4-7, 4:30-7:30 pm $3/session or $10/month Boys and Girls Club
SPIN, CORE, STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre FAMILY MULTI SPORT (Drop In) 5:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre CLOG DANCING 6-7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre KARATE CLASS 6-7 pm, the Little Schoolhouse YOUTH BOXING CLUB 6-8 pm, 4th St Place LIONS DEN MEETING 7 pm, 4440 5th St. every 2nd & 4th Wed, Contact: Gary 250-767-3491
CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP 7 pm, Peachland Museum
THURSDAYS
FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm, Community Centre YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) 8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre
HI-LO FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place BARGAIN BIN 9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 9:30 am, Heritage Park, hosted by Peachland Wellness Ctre.
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BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-12 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre PICKLEBALL (3.5) 10:30 am-12:30 pm, Community Centre IRON & SILK 10:45 am 50+ Activity Centre ZUMBA 11:45 am-12:45 pm, 4th Street Place ROTARY CLUB PEACHLAND 12-1:30 pm, Gasthaus Restaurant. Everyone welcome
AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre ENERGY FOR WELLNESS 1:00-3:00 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre 3rd Thur of each month,
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FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm, Community Centre MEDITATION CLASS 8-9 am $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre 50+ FITNESS 9:15 am, $5 Drop in. Please bring a mat. 50+ Activity Centre FLOW YOGA 9-10 am, 4th Street Place THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10-11 am, Community Centre CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, Community Centre BARGAIN BIN 9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 10 am - noon, Peachland Wellness Ctre YOGA (BEGINNERS) 10:30 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre PASSION 4 ART 12 pm 50+ Activity Centre ART CLUB 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre LADIES COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre LEGO TIME (ALL AGES) 3-4 pm, Peachland Library FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS Grade 4-7 4-8 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club
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BARGAIN BIN 9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church CARPET BOWLING 10 am, 50+ Activity Centre MEAT DRAW 3-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St. DROP IN Grade K-7 1-5 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club
SUNDAYS
FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm, Community Centre SUNDAY BREAKFAST 8-11 am, (no long weekends) Peachland Wellness Ctre PEACHLAND UNITED Service: 10 am, United Church ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10 am, St. Margaret’s Church EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE 10 am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank PEACHLAND BAPTIST Service 10:30 am, Fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave. PICKLEBALL (2.5-3.5) 12-2 pm, Community Centre THE PEACHLAND WALKING CLUB 1 pm, for details visit peachlandtrekkers.ca MEAT DRAW 2-4 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St. PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 2-4 pm, Community Centre PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday worship: 2 pm, Meeting at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
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COMMUNITY
Cops for Kids make pit-stop in Peachland
KELOWNA RCMP Last Friday, 34 cyclists and a six person support crew from RCMP and supporting enforcement agencies rolled into Peachland. The team came from across the BC RCMP’s South East District to take part in the annual Cops for Kids Ride, presented by the Kelowna Foundation for Hope and Social Innovation. The largest team in Cops for Kids history will make their way south along Highway 97 for the first of 10 days to raise awareness and essential funds for children in medical, physical or traumatic crisis. Interest for the 2018 Ride started pouring in the day after their return last year. Ultimately the charitable foundation had to make the difficult decision to place a cap on the number of spots available on this year’s team. “We rely on the generosity of local hotels, restaurants, service clubs and businesses to host the team in each community, so we realize the pressure a large team puts
on them. Their support is appreciated more than ever,” commends Ride Captain, retired Staff Sergeant Major Julio Krenz. “To have this much interest from riders wanting to join the team to make a difference in their community speaks to devotion from the RCMP members and the partnering law enforcement agencies in our area so we are thrilled.” Each rider provided their own bike, trained on their own time, volunteered at community events, and fundraised a minimum of $2,000 in order to participate. “When I see the devotion that these members make to supporting local kids, it makes me want to help out where I can,” said Kelowna Foundation President Al Hildebrandt. “These riders work overtime shifts keeping our communities safe, have families of their own at home, and they still give another 10 days to this ride, so we are going to do our part too and help raise the funds needed by local families.”
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NEWS
PWC back in Mayor Fortin running for re-election full swing! DAN WALTON EDITOR
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PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE Its Time! The Peachland Wellness Centre is in full swing again. Programs that took a break over the summer have reconvened and we are ready to have you back. Weather you have been in to visit the PWC before or not you are welcome to join everyone by dropping in to the PWC Fall Kickoff Open House on September 26th from 10 a.m. to noon. Come in have a look around and visit with one of the many volunteer facilitators of the PWC programs and services. Coffee, goodies and a door prize will be offered. Did you know? Social outings are often cited as one of the most effective ways to boost your mood, improve emotional and cognitive wellbeing as well as stimulate the brain. Socialization has even been reported to lower the risk of dementia among individuals. As socialization is a key aspect of mental and physical wellbeing. The Peachland Wellness Center offers many programs aimed at enhancing social connectivity within the Peachland community. These programs include, Tai Chi, Intergenerational Choir and Excursions. PWC offers programs that focus on improving the mental health and wellness of community members by encouraging participants to try new things, make new friends and create ties in the community. Excursions allow participants to try exciting activities such as, comedy nights, limousine rides and much more! By the way, September 21st is World Alzheimer Day and PWC offers programs and services to support individuals, their families and caregivers of those living with dementia. Don’t forget! To meet the social needs of the community and raise funds, PWC is hosting the End of Summer Gala on Saturday, September 22nd. The End of Summer Gala is a musical event and elegant summer outing that seeks to bring people together for a night of fun, laughter and of course, food! Dance the night away to the sounds of Marty Edwards & the Revival, make new friends and support your community. Last minute tickets available, so call 250-767-0141 to get yours.
Mayor Cindy Fortin is running for another term “There’s still lots to get done,” she said. “I’m honoured to be in this community and want to continue serving as mayor.” Fortin has been a Peachlander for 35 years and raised her children in the District. She wants young families and professionals to be able to call Peachland home too. Without a healthy level of growth, she worries that Peachland will turn into a resort community. “Everybody should be able to enjoy our community—not just those who have a few bucks in the bank. I can’t imagine how high the taxes would be if we became a resort community.” Over the next four years, Fortin said it could be time to begin on a parkade project. “I think it’s time.” The concept has been considered for Peachland in the past but never made it far because of overwhelming cost projections. “But time to get a plan in action for a parkade,” which would likely be built over the 2nd Street parking lot. Another project in the works is a kids’ splash park. “There’s a study underway looking at three parks to find the best location.” Fortin serves as the vice president of the Peachland Seniors Support Society, and after the 74 affordable rental units are moved into next year, it will soon be time to start working on the second phase. “In two to three years hopefully we’ll have the funding and talk about breaking ground.” She said it’s important for Peachland to have its own transfer station again, and more steps need to be taken to further reduce the town’s carbon footprint. There are provincial incentives to take advantage of, homeowners can be using more drought-tolerant plants in their yards, and there are more ways to reduce waste. “Water is very important to me and I want to make sure it’s available for future generations.” Along with the senior’s housing complex, Fortin’s proudest accomplishment over the past four years was staff and council’s ability to line up $18.8 million for a new water treatment plant.
“We worked extremely hard on that project.” She also says she’ll resist mining in the watershed, and doesn’t have complete faith in “best management practices.” If Fortin could re-do anything in her current term, she would have put together a comprehensive report for people who were against the decision to exceed the three storeys. “I would have compiled an enormous report, going over all the reasons to say why I made the decision I did and why I stuck to it. I live here too. I only want the best possible for this community.” Attracting investment in the downtown core has been challenging for years, and she said new developments like PeachTree Village are crucial to keep up with costs to maintain and upgrade infrastructure. “I understand the fear of change, but if we don’t move forward and progress Peachland will end up stalling. We’ll be a dusty town with old infrastructure currently six candidates on the baland nothing new.” In order to attract development, red lot running for Mayor of Peachland. tape needed to be cut, she said, citing Voters go to the polls on Saturday, Oclocal entrepreneur Steve Allison, who tober 20. had an idea to build a three-stoFALL CLASSES START OCT 4 (Penticton) & OCT 5 (Summerland) rey hotel downtown years ago – “We all saw what happened.” “We can’t survive like that briansdanceclass.ca decade after decade. We can’t SWING, LATIN, just think about ourselves right COUNTRY, & BALLROOM now—we need to think about the future of Peachland.” • Social Group Classes She also feels like local busi• Monthly Dance Parties nesses aren’t being promoted • Private & Wedding Classes as strongly as they could be. • Certified Instructor since 2004 “I know that’s left up to the Call or email Brian Udal Chamber of Commerce but I really think it’s time for the BRIAN UDAL • brians.dance.class@gmail.com • 778.516.7272 District to come on more. We need to find a way to support our local businesses in order to bring in more customers in the off-season months especially.” Ask for special Fall rates! But beyond all the issues that SENIORS S T N U DISCO were brought before council, Fortin will always remember how hectic the past term was Barry Harris for getting caught in the mid- Repaint Specialist dle of such severe wildfires and 250.826.5039 flooding. Fortin is a big supporter of barrylharris@outlook.com the Peachland Community Serving the beautiful Okanagan Valley Arts Council, and feels blessed to know there are so many volunteers in the community. Since becoming mayor, she’s held open meetings with constituents at local coffee shops twice every month. Including Fortin, there are
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