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The forum was a “Biased organized event” where many attendees “would be on attack entire time,” Fortin said afterwards. “We were concerned that the current Mayor made a grandstand speech and then left without answering a single question,” said Lloyd Sotas speaking on behalf of FOBA, adding that the event was open to the public and none of the questions from the floor were vetted. In her remarks at the forum, Fortin said she’s been vilified and experienced many sleepless nights as mayor. But she described herself as a fighter who’s proud of council’s record, and said it’s unfortunate the controversy sur-
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The Friends of Beach Avenue are hoping Saturday’s election will give Peachland a Mayor who is sympathetic to their cause. FOBA formed in 2017 to prevent PeachTree Village from exceeding a three story limit on the block of Beach Avenue occupied by the five-storey project. Since Mayor Cindy Fortin has been vocal about supporting PeachTree, she is not the group’s preferred candidate. So at an All Candidates forum hosted by FOBA on Oct. 10 at the 50+ Activity Centre, she decided to leave the event after delivering her opening remarks.
rounding PeachTree overshadowed so many accomplishments from the past four years. Coun. Keith Thom was part of those accomplishment s. And like Fortin, he’s running for Mayor without any plans to reinforce the three storey height limit. He believes development will still be done thoughtfully and says growth is needed in order for young families to be able to afford to live in Peachland. Beyond the PeachTree development, Thom said Peachland is full of shovel-ready projects that are nine-tenths of the way there and “just need that final push.” He wants to explore incentives as the District cannot force a company to
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begin work. Mayoral candidate Eric Hall said during the forum that it’s “Time to rebuild the Peachland spirit,” and that he wants to be a mayor for healing. He rejects the notion that more development will lead to lower taxes, arguing that greater tax revenues will be offset by the need to continually expand infrastructure. FOBA didn’t endorse Hall for Mayor either, despite Hall vocally opposing the PeachTree development before FOBA was established. Nevertheless Hall believes that many FOBA members will still vote for him. Earlier this year when FOBA took legal action against the District, Hall accurately predicted that council would hastily reword the OCP in order to legitimize five storeys along Beach. And Coun. Terry Condon, who donated $20 to FOBA last year, endorsed Hall for Mayor in August. On Tuesday afternoon, Hall posted to Facebook to suggest that his support for the Conservative party of Canada is what cost him the endorsement, as decided by FOBA’s “inner circle.” But FOBA said their decision to endorse candidate Harry Gough was made “After a democratic review,” according to their Facebook page. “… Gough’s election platform
best supports the integrity of the community endorsed Official Community Plan (OCP) developed in conjunction with UBC’s School of Urban Design in 2010 as well as the principle of real consultation with the constituents,” reads the post. Furthermore, Sotas said “We thought that it would be Harry that would most appropriately take the administration in hand to have them advise rather than to direct.” Among the issues touched upon by Gough during the forum, he said the money spent to purchase the former Duck and Pug could have been better spent on sidewalks, and he was critical about the amount of logging trucks causing deterioration along Princeton Avenue. But the most relevant part of Gough’s platform – to FOBA at least – is his position of three storey maximums along Beach Avenue. Mayoral candidate Bob Henderson also shares the position of three-storeys max along Beach. If elected, he said he will work to keep Peachland the way it is. Henderson also wants to look into the possibility of a hop-on hop-off shuttle bus. There was 147 people counted at the forum. Mostly older voters. See more candidate coverage on page 7.
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Cassie & Partner to gallop down Beach Ave Around 2:30 p.m. on Friday Oct. 19, 16-yearold Cassie Hobbs will be riding her horse Partner down Beach Avenue to raise funds for the Peachland Riding Club, a great facility for kids and adults. The club is a non-profit, member run organization and relies on volunteers and donations to maintain facilities and fund equestrian events. Cassie is hoping that riding Partner will get some attention and bring awareness to the club.
PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE For those of you that may not know me, I would like to introduce myself: My name is Bill Dupuis and I am now into my 4th year as a director on the board for the PWC. During this time period I have had the pleasure and the experience of working with some extremely knowledgeable and dedicated people. Part of my task for this coming year is to speak with people in our community who might be interested in finding out more information about the PWC, what we do, and the possibilities of how you might fit in with this group of people. We are looking for people who might let their name stand to act as a member on the board of directors or as a volunteer on one of our many programs and services
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By 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday (press deadline), 291 people had already cast ballots on the second day of advanced voting, and the polls stayed open until 8 p.m. On the entire second day of advanced polls in 2014, only 227 had voted. Chief election officer Polly Palmer said advanced voting was very busy on Wednesday with lineups out the door for much of the morning and afternoon.
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that we offer. It would be my pleasure to meet with any and all that may wish to discuss this wonderful opportunity to become a volunteer in this especially good cause in your community. Should you wish to become more acquainted with the PWC please visit our webpage at www. peachlandwellnesscentre.ca, or come and visit us at our location at 4426 5th street and speak with our Executive Coordinator, Christina MacMaster. Our phone number at PWC is (250) 7670141 should you wish to make an appointment with myself, Lynn Malinsky who is our Board Recruitment Committee chair person and/or Christina. I hope to hear from you soon and to also meet with many of you in the future. Until then, we at the PWC send our good wishes out to all.
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of last week’s paper (the one taken by Lee Humphries) was from the Hug a Tree! event. The others were taken during the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance’s Tree Planting Day on Sept. 26. The View apologizes for the confusion.
In total, 1,825 of Peachland’s 4,325 eligible voters came out in 2014, which was a very strong turnout for a municipal election at 43 per cent. During the first day of advanced voting last week, 263 Peachlanders participated, a significant increase over the 193 ballots cast in 2014. Results are expected to be announced around 8:45-9 p.m. on Saturday. The numbers will be posted first at peachland. ca/elections.
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After 22 years it’s time for a new representative on the school board and I will be voting for Marjorie Brims and a fresh perspective. I’m also writing because I heard a rumour that she isn’t really interested in the school board position and is only using it as a step to “bigger and better things.” As the election draws closer, someone is obviously trying to discredit her by engaging in childish rumour mongering. I have spoken to Marjorie several times about why she is running and what she hopes to accomplish on the school board. I know for a fact she is interested only in the school board position. She has the passion and skills and will bring a new voice to the school board. On October 20th it’s time for a new school trustee and Marjorie Brims is the person who will best represent the interests of Peachland. Doug Wardle Peachland
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Dear editor: We do live in a great and caring little town. Last Friday, late in the day I was told that my best friend from Chilliwack had suddenly passed away that day from a blood clot in his leg that worked its way up and killed him within an hour of arriving at emergency.
John Stewart’s letter in last week’s paper indicated I was absent from council meetings 40 per cent of the time when in actuality I have been an active participant in 80 per cent of them. I miss meetings due to illness, work or prior commitments.
I made a few phone calls and felt I should get down there ASAP, but I didn’t have my snows on. I had made an appointment with Laurie at Lakeside Autocare for the 15th, but that wouldn’t do. So I called Laurie, it went to voice mail, and I explained my situation and not thinking of it being a long holiday weekend, asked if I could slip in on Monday and have
them put on. She called back in five minutes, and had arranged for Tyson to come in on the holiday Monday at 8:30 a.m. to put my tires on. What a gesture, they are great people Laurie and Frank, and especially Tyson, to understand the urgency, and I can’t thank them enough. Jeff Clarke Peachland
is Peachland’s best bet for Mayor Randey and Taryn Hall ulterior motive. Dear Editor This is in contrast to those canare not married Over the last four years, even didates that exaggerate their ties Dear editor:
One interpretation of John Stewart’s letter to the editor is that Taryn Skalbania is my wife. My wife, Allie Brophy, would like that corrected. Furthermore, he claims that 10 people in FOBA are “telling us how to vote” and then, ironically, spends the rest of his letter himself telling everyone how to vote. Randey Brophy Peachland
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I am the electrical safety officer for the Peachland area and have a vested interest in this community. People can vote how they want, but misrepresenting facts is unacceptable. Councillor Mario Vucinovic Peachland
though Eric Hall was not elected, he has kept constantly engaged in the politics of Peachland. He has been an unpaid adviser for many residents seeking advice on Government legal issues, including the Peachtree development, and local bye-laws and proposed developments that affect them being Turner Park, New Monaco’s proposed purchase of Crown land on the Trepanier Bench, for a road never shown in their initial application, Turner Park and Houston Road to name but a few without any
with volunteer organizations, their achievements, and qualifications in order to impress and attract voters. It will be interesting to see if any candidates show the same dedication to Peachland and its residents if not elected. If you truly want a Mayor who has PROVED that he is trustworthy, honest, experienced, informed and listens to the people, then VOTE ERIC HALL. Gillian Evans Peachland
Friends of Beach Avenue are no friends of mine Dear editor: Tomorrow is Election Day. young people get out and vote. Young families get out and vote. John Stewart wrote a passionate letter to the editor last Friday about F.O.B.A. I want to make sure his message is not forgotten and continues to ring loud and clear. F.O.B.A. is an acronym for Friends of Beach Avenue. Their mandate is for Beach Avenue period. There is no
F.O.P.A. (Friends of Princeton Avenue and sidewalks) or F.O.R. (Friends of Renfrew and new drainage) or F.O.T.B. (Friends of Trepanier Bench and sidewalks) in their conversations. Where is F.O.P. (Friends of Peachland and a list of things that will benefit everyone)? Nope! Their mandate, repeating myself, is for Beach Avenue only. The F.O.B.A. group believes that they are important; they’re not. Read this part
carefully. F.O.B.A. DOES NOT CARE WHETHER YOU NEED A SEWER, A SIDEWALK OR A NEW ROAD. I have lived here for 26 years and I have never seen a group so confrontational as this one to actually pick a list of candidates that they want YOU to vote for .. . . what? Vote for candidates that want to move PEACHLAND in a positive direction. Ernie Hurd Peachland
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Watershed proves to be major election issue Dear editor: At this week’s All Candidates Forum, it was encouraging to hear that most of the councillors and all of the mayoral candidates place watershed protection at the top of their list of concerns and commitments for the next four years. Some of the protection measures cited by candidates include: • advocating more for Peachland’s watershed at the provincial and federal levels. • purchasing our watershed for parkland. • securing more area within our municipal boundaries for protected watershed areas. • hiring a forest ranger and/ or watershed steward to enforce compliance with existing government regulations, especially within mining, recreation and forestry activities within the watershed. • advocating more at the annual Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) meeting, with increased resolutions for water protection and
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municipal self governance. • initiate an Okanagan Valley wide community, that combines like minded communities, to increase political influence. Under this model, Okanagan mayors speak to the provincial government with a stronger, more unified, voice. • Pursue grant dollars to protect the watershed. • Enact programs for disaster flood relief and fire protection along the interface. One candidate suggested that this energy might be better spent on programs to prevent disasters rather that the “management by disaster” protocol this municipality currently has in place. The candidate said Peachland has a “too little too late” approach, citing the now-permanent rip rap rock to protect foreshore that was dumped there too late to save some of the walkway. Lee Humphries Greata Creek Camp Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance
As a witness to, and a voter in the last four municipal elections, never have I experienced such citizen engagement as during this current election round. Emotions are running high at all-candidate meetings, meet and greet sessions and sidewalk encounters. Although matters such as roads, sewers, parking and development arise during the discussions, it is impossible to avoid the fact that this is essentially a one issue election - height restrictions on Beach Ave, the future of the main artery and life-blood of the community. Many folks feel let down, even abused, by the present mayor and council which arbitrarily changed the rules in mid-game to accommodate a single developer. Some people consider that council is taking direction from District Staff, rather than giving direction. And council’s sleight-of-hand in adjusting the wording in the OCP to replace height in stories with height in metres has not fooled many people. It appears that the winds of change are upon us. Fortunately, there is a broad field of candidates to choose from. I am personally confident that we will be seeing many new faces taking their seats after the October 20th election. Expectations are running high. Let’s hope at least some of our expectations are met over the next four years. Tom Prince Peachland
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Contestants for council shared their vision for Peachland at FOBAs all-candidates forum at the 50+ Activity Centre. Unvetted questions were coming from the floor. And although the organization represents a polarizing belief that Beach Avenue buildings should be limited to three storeys, none of the candidates with opposing viewpoints were hammered upon. The most passionate question was pitched to mayoral candidate Keith Thom, who was pressed on whether he would reinstate a three-storey maximum. Thom wanted the opportunity to explain himself but answered with a firm no. Another candidate who is pro-five storeys is Patrick Van Minsel, though he’s running for council. Van Minsel didn’t know what to expect going into the meeting, but he said there were many good questions asked, and moderator “Lloyd Sotas did a good job maintaining peace and order.” However, he felt like it was unfair to be accused of being in conflict of interest for his involvement with the Chamber of Commerce, as he was appointed – not elected – to his position of executive director, and he doesn’t cast votes on the boards. One of the candidates endorsed by FOBA is Coun. Terry Condon, who’s been critical of the five-storey violation from the beginning. He received loud cheers after introducing himself at the forum. After serving two terms, Condon said he wasn’t originally planning to run again because
council could benefit from fresh faces and new blood. But he believes the decisions made by council should reflect the will of Peachlanders, and he doesn’t feel that’s been the case over the past few years. One of the first questions from the floor asked candidates if they knew Peachland’s mission statement. Karen Mustard was the only one who knew the answer. Throughout the campaign, many residents relying on septic systems have been vocal about the need to expand sewers. During the forum, one lady expressed frustration about still being septic – she said maintenance is a significant annual expense, and it feels like her property taxes are paying for sewers to get built in new subdivisions, rather than building them for the residents who already live in town. “Am I a second class citizen or what?” she wonders. Nobody argued about the importance of the issue but none of the candidates made any firm promises. Candidates were also asked how the District should pay for infrastructure. The incumbents like the idea of setting aside reserve funds and better contingency formulas. There was no spin in Keith Fielding’s response – he said catching up with infrastructure demands will likely require raising taxes. Rick Ingram wants the District to tap into more provincial and federal grants, and suggested raising development cost charges. However he said he needs to look deeper into it. A thought-provoking question came from candidate Andrew
Kwaczynski, who asked the crowd why there are only two women running for council out of 11 candidates. Gillian Evans asked candidates about keeping Peachland quaint. The most popular answer: Bring back the previous version of the Official Community Plan. Candidate Pete Coolio (running for councillor) said the vision of three-storey maximums wasn’t properly put to the test, since no developers have attempted a business plan within those parameters. Coolio said Peachland’s economy seems to be in much better shape today than when he moved to town seven years ago. But he’s discouraged to see “project after project getting shut down,” so his mind is open to the possibility that storey restrictions might not be what’s
five storeys. best for Peachland. If re-elected, he promises to Coun. Pam Cunningham said the people are the charm, not support a height restriction of the buildings. Like when neigh- three storeys on Beach. On another topic, Vucinovic bours get invited over for an impromptu glass of wine in the suggested the idea of having the District operate the old middle of a dog walk. “Peachland is a place where golf course, instead of waiting everyone knows each other,” she around for an investor. Candidates Mike Kent and Lesaid. Several times throughout the anne Sarsons were absent. The election is on Saturday. forum, Cunningham praised fellow councillor Condon for his Help Support Local meticulous attention to detail. High School Football ! Coun. Mario Vucinovic – who changed his po- 1st Annual Pub Night & Silent Auction sition amid the Saturday, November 17th, 2018 at 6:00pm at PeachTree conWhiskey Jacks troversy – said 2442 Drought Rd, West Kelowna he cared too much about economics when he $20 – Burger & a Beer was in support of
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MEET & GREET – There was a good turnout on Monday afternoon when voters had the opportunity to speak with candidates for mayor, council and school board at the 50+ Activity Centre. Local activist Dora Stewart parked her car close to the entrances and put a large poster reading “Restore PUBLIC TRUST” on it.
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ARTS & CULTURE
CPAC inundating Peachland with art! CHRIS BYRD
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL Fall is likely the most colourful time of year to capture the imagination of artists - their palettes covered with a mix of hues, tints, and shades of reds, yellows, and greens. A range of blues to purples for pristine sky and water might also be added to the blend. To meet the needs of artists wishing to improve their technique in capturing those seasonal colours, the Fall series of workshops at the Peachland 1898 Little Schoolhouse are now finalized on our website. Currently every Tuesday from 12:30 to 3:30 pm The Art Refresher Course is in progress with Rena Warren. This course started October 9 and ends November 13. Commencing Saturday, Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lisa Hewitt is offering Abstract Painting classes. Under Hewitt’s guidance those with no experience will learn how to boldly set brush and tools to canvas to make random markings and end up with a respectable abstract painting. Likewise, Roberta Farrelly will be holding Beginners’ Acrylic Painting, a six week course for you to consider on Mondays from 12.30 to 3.30 pm from November 5 to December 10. Both series are $60. To register for these courses please phone Sharon at 250-767-6556. Maureen Walker is extending her Paverpol Workshop to the Summerland Arts Centre all day Saturday, October 20 from 9 am to 4 pm. Walker will instruct a maximum of 10 registrants how to create a beautiful figurine perfect for display indoors or outdoors using Paverpol a textile hardener that will withstand the external elements. Cost is $100 per person including a light lunch. To register please call 250-494-4494 or email admin@summerlandreview.com. The response was highly enthusiastic to the Kelowna Painter’s Studio Society opener at the Peachland Art Gallery on Saturday, October 6. There was a lot of activity on the Facebook page as well, particularly a good number of LIKE’s and SHARE’s of the images posted on the page. Clearly a crowd pleaser! A reminder that there may still be some tickets left for John Christie’s illustrated talk on Summiting Alaska’s Denali: My Expedition up Mt. McKinley this coming Friday, October 19, 7 pm at the Peachland Art Gallery. There are only 50 tickets available. Please remember, if you cannot go at the last minute, let the Gallery know (250-767-7422) so that someone else can take your place. There’s a very special art gallery in West Kelowna that some of you may not
have heard about - the Ad Lib Art Gallery Art Gallery has an exhibition, 18.01528g/ and installation art. Historian David Gregory of the Sum- A Touch of Austria. It’s a magical place mol the Molecular Weight of Water, curwhere the creativity of both music appreci- rently running until November 18. Water merland Museum is offering a Tour of the ation and artistic expression connect. You as an essential element sustains life in all Anglican Cemetery on Oct. 27 at 11 a.m. will experience a blend of musical excel- its forms and the intention of this group to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. The Anglican lence, outstanding concert performances, of artists is to promote their individual cemetery is one of Summerland’s oldest brilliant artists and musicians, and icon- thought and perspective on the subject cemeteries. Tickets are $15. Email info@ ic compositions. All of this is surrounded through their digital, drawing, painting summerlandmuseum.org to register. by a beautiful arts setting, elegant décor, interesting people, engaging discussion and warm hospitality. You’ll be absolutely delighted with exquisite homemade, organic Viennese pastries from traditional recipes for generations handed down by family and served with a 2018 General Election Who is eligible to vote? special blend of coffee from One Mayor and six councillors will be elected to • Residents of Peachland OR a registered owner Austria. of property in the District of Peachland for at least the District of Peachland Council and one School On the Sundays of Oct. 21, 30 days; and Trustee to School District No. 23 Zone II. 28 and Nov. 4 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. the Gallery is offering • 18 years of age or older; and General Voting Day curated music-arts-culture • have lived in BC for at least six months; and Saturday, October 20, 2018 showcase events on “The • A Canadian citizen Great Russian Influence Where can you vote? You do not need to own property to vote. in Music”. Registration is Peachland Community Centre Call or check the website at required in advance for 3 4450-6th Street Peachland, 8 am - 8 pm sessions at $40 per person www.peachland.ca/election for full details or $17 per session. Please call Follow the Peachland Election 2018 on Facebook What do you need to bring on voting day? Claudia at 250-768-1404. Currently showing at the Two pieces of ID to prove residency and identity Kelowna Art Gallery is a (at least one with a signature). No need to register in Chief Election Officer Polly Palmer unique exhibition that ocadvance. 250-767-2647, ppalmer@peachland.ca curs only on rare occasions in the Okanagan and should not be missed. It is A Cultivating Journey: The Herman H. Levy Legacy that ends on October 28. There is not much time left. This is a collection of European works of art ranging from the 15th Century, including a number of etchings on paper by Renaissance Notice is hereby given that Council will hold a Public Hearing on: artist Albrecht Durer up Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 at 6:30 pm to more recent works from Council Chambers in the Peachland Community Centre the 1950s and 60s. It fea4450 – 6th Street, Peachland, BC tures works by artists such Council will hear from persons who deem their interest in property to be affected by the following proposed as Gustave Courbet, Claude bylaw amendments: Monet, Mary Beale, Camille Pissarro, Vincent van Gogh, 1. Bylaw No. 2244, 2018 to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 2100, 2014 as follows: and many others. The exhia) THAT Schedule “B” – Zoning Bylaw Map be amended by: bition spans five centuries of Changing the zoning designation of property located at 4008 Butler Place and legally described as Lot visual art, and offers viewers 25 District Lot 220 Osoyoos Division Yale District Plan KAP10665 from R-1 Single Detached Residential the opportunity to examine zone to R-2 Two Unit Residential zone as shown on the map below: a variety of art movements and styles. The gallery is open every day except Monday and is free to the public on Thursdays from 10 am to 9 pm. In keeping with the arts Subject Property close identification with ecology the Lake Country
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Approval of this bylaw will support the redevelopment of a single detached residential dwelling into a twounit residential dwelling (duplex). The public may review copies of the proposed Bylaw, Council reports and related material at the Municipal Office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) Monday to Friday inclusive excluding Statutory Holidays, from October 12, 2018 to October 23, 2018. In order to be considered by Council, concerns must either be expressed in writing or presented in person at the Public Hearing. Written submissions may be delivered to the District of Peachland Municipal Office or emailed to the Corporate Officer, to corporateservices@peachland.ca All written and emailed submissions must be received by 4:00pm on October 23, 2018 and will become part of the public record. NO REPRESENTATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING
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Peachland Rotary makes a difference! CHRIS BOYLE
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Wow! What a marvellous Murder Mystery! Sold out before the tickets hit the street! And I believe there was a Fake News/ Clues Vendor adding to the fun! A wonderful effort by the Committee: set-up, take-down are the worst parts of any production but our members gave of their best, as usual. Congratulations all round! So, September came and went before I knew it and now it’s October - Polio Month - once again. Only 2 countries are left with the polio virus in the world, down from 85 countries in 1987. Watch for Rotarians out on Hwy 97 with their red End Polio Now placards early on the 24th by IGA. A friendly “toot” on your horn will boost their spirits! Polio is a terrible disease and many people still suffer from post-polio syndrome in the West. Unfortunately there are many more who live with the effects of polio: paralyzed limbs and constant pain. So, on Oct. 24 – World Polio Day - our Club will be participating in a project that will span the world: a fundraising dinner with the West Kelowna Sunrise Club. “World’s Greatest Meal to End Polio” evening. A polio survivor will be guest speaker at this event in West Kelowna on Oct. 24. Tickets for this event are $30 per person - phone 250767-6689 to reserve yours by Monday October 22nd. This event was the brainchild of two Rotarians on either side of the world in
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2014. As of this article, 4,880 meals have been served in 79 countries, with almost 300,000 participants enjoying a unique Rotary event. $3,020,864 USD has been raised which will cover approximately 15,104,000 polio vaccines. Matching funds from the B & M Gates Foundation brought the total to $9,062,594 so far. The Starfish Pack Program began in Peachland in September 2017 and was developed by Rotary to help feed local children and their families on weekends. Food is purchased from Save On Foods who generously give us a 20% discount. Our partners from St. Margaret’s Anglican and the United Church help pack and deliver the packs to Peachland Elementary for distribution. The Program runs throughout the school year from October to the end of June. Donations can be made through the Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs Peachland, via cheques/cash. Tax receipts are available from the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs. Phone 250-767-0256 for information or visit starfishpackprogram.com. Come visit with us at the
Passage – a Murder Mystery dinner fundraiser at the 50+ Activity Centre earlier this month – the Rotary Club of Peachland was able to raise $3,000. The money was donated to the Peachland Senior’s Support Society last week. It will be used to purchase appliances (stove, fridge, microwave and dishwasher) for the common room at the new senior’s housing complex.
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Candidates answer the weekly question: Which political parties do you support at the provincial and federal levels? Eric Hall
Provincial and Federal party labels should not be used to judge local government politicians; but I will answer the question. I am a member of the BC Liberals and I am proud to be an active supporter of our Conservative MP, Dan Albas. When I lived in the lower mainland, I saw how nominations worked in political ridings with limited membership; I then understood the need for people to be more involved. I encourage everyone to join the political party they dislike the least; you’ll never find a perfect match. I respect people from all political parties.
Keith Thom
Municipal politics are non partisan, and when it comes to local elections I think most people vote for the person, not the party.
Cindy Fortin
I don’t feel this is an appropriate question to ask of candidates, nor is it relevant to our local election. Being an elected official means making strong connections and diplomatic relationships with representatives of the higher levels of government for the betterment of your community. Why risk burning bridges by publicly announcing whether you did or did not vote for them? Neither our MLA or MP, or the last two premiers (of different political parties), have ever felt the need to ask me this. The first thing I choose to talk about, once the initial pleasantries are over with . . . is Peachland.
Leanne Sarsons
I support the Green Party at both levels of government.
Keith Fielding
I am not a member of any political party. I vote for the candidate whose platform I believe to be the most likely to serve Peachland’s best interests.
Rick Ingram
Municipal politics in Canada is non-partisan, and that is the way it should stay. Which parties I support at provincial and federal levels is irrelevant. How I feel about local issues is relevant. What skills I would bring to the Council table is relevant. Unfortunately the final opportunity to provide Peachland voters with some relevant pre-election information was squandered.
Karen Mustard
Candidates running for municipal office should focus on the needs of the community and what is important to its citizens, not represent nor endorse any provincial/federal party ideology or platform. Serving on council while concurrently actively involved in a political party is not a good mix. As councillor, my principal function is to serve our Peachland constituents with integrity and not spend taxpayers’ time and dollars promoting a political party. This does not negate the fact that from time to time, during the course of business council has to work in partnership with governing provincial and federal governments; that, of course, is an entirely different matter.
Patrick
Municipal elections should stay non-partisan.
Primary School tenants in the middle of 10-year plan ROCKY ROCKSBOROUGH-SMITH
PEACHLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE In 2015 a committee of the new council was requested to research the deliverables and costs of running the Visitor Centre in the recently (2013) renovated Peachland Primary School building, now called the Peachland Historic School. Investments in the renovation of the building by the federal and provincial governments were over one hundred thousand dollars each. Findings of this committee were, the District was to retain title and ownership of the assets of this project, as well as maintain and
operate these assets as was anticipated in the grant application, for a minimum of 10 years after the completion date. In the application, the Peachland Chamber of Commerce and the Boys and Girls Club were named as anchor tenants, with the Chamber operating the facility as a visitor centre. Completion date of the project was 2013. The facility use must remain as stated in the original grant up to 2023. Further findings of the committee were that the Primary School Project was based on a long term vision that was well communicated with the community and also well supported.
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Local Events and Activities: Send the information for your Peachland event to admin@peachlandview.com The Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC) - is offering an excursion Titled: “Vienna Classics”, Tuesday November 6 at 1:00 p.m. to be held at the Ad Lib Art Gallery in West Kelowna. $15.00 per person. Please call the PWC for more info or to book your seat at 250-767-0141, drop by 4426 5th Street or email PWC at wellnesscentre@shaw.ca. Payment must be received before confirmation is given. Peachland Little Theatre AGM - Monday, October 22, 7:00 pm at The Heritage 3630 Brown Road, West Kelowna. Anyone interested, please attend our meeting and see what our theatre is all about. Mantra Yoga - Words of Power Workshop - Friday October 26, 2018, 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the Peachland Little Schoolhouse. Guest teacher, Swami Satyananda from Yasodhara Ashram. Cost: $40. Register online at Eventbrite or call Kymandalu at 250-826-0230 kymandalu.b@yasodharayoga.org. Angel Bazaar- Saturday, November 3 from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Peachland Community Centre. St. Margaret’s church is having their annual Angel Bazaar. Admission is by donation to the Peachland Food Bank. Come for Lunch — serving Soup, Chili, sweets and Beverage. Home Baking/Boutique/Crafts/ 5672 Beach Avenue, Peachland 250-767-9133 Call for Info Office open Mon - Fri, 9:30-11:30 am
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Halloween Potluck
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Friday October 26th at 6 pm 50+ Activity Centre
Prizes for best costumes, Everyone is welcome!
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Every Week: Art • Chess • Bowling • Bridge • Crafts • Exercise/Yoga • Ukulele FLOW YOGA
1-3 pm, Community Centre
9-10 am, 4th Street Place
YOGA (RESTORATIVE)
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
9:15-10 am, Community Centre
NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING
8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre
CONTRACT BRIDGE
8-9 am, Community Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.5)
INDOOR WALKING
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
YOGA
4:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre
9-10 am Contact Dawn for location 250-878-6342
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
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
MONDAY MORNING COFFEE
7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre Returns Oct 1st
PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)
6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre
10-11 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre
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
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PICKLEBALL DROP IN (all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre
TUESDAYS FITNESS ROOM
SPIN & SCULPT
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
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 To register: 250-767-0141
COFFEE GROUP
10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre, every 2nd & 4th Wed, Dropins Welcome (3.0+) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre
1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre 1-3 pm, Community Centre UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre MAHJONG 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5)
POWER UP & OPEN GYM
Grade 4-5, 3-6 pm, Boys and Girls Club
11:45- 12:45 pm 50+ Activity Centre
1-3 pm, Community Centre
CONTRACT BRIDGE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
SUNSHINE SINGERS
1:15 to 2:15 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre
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SOCIAL BRIDGE
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
5:30-6:30 pm, 4th Street Place
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PICKLEBALL DROP IN
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CLOG DANCING
TWEEN DINNER NIGHT Grades 4-7, 4:30-7:30 pm $3/session or $10/month Boys and Girls Club
1-3 pm, Community Centre UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
TEEN DROP IN
LEGO TIME (ALL AGES) 3-4 pm, Peachland Library
FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS Grade 4-7 4-8 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club
Grade 8+ 4-8 pm, FREE Boys and Girls Club
6-7 pm, the Little Schoolhouse
YOUTH BOXING CLUB
4-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
LIONS DEN MEETING
(4-6 years) 4:30-5:15 pm, Community Centre
9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church
(6-7 years) 5:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre
10 am, 50+ Activity Centre
6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre BINGO 6:45 pm 50+ Activity Centre (doors open 5:30 pm)
3-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.
KARATE CLASS
MEAT DRAW
SATURDAYS FITNESS ROOM
6-8 pm, 4th St Place
MINI KICKERS SOCCER
BARGAIN BIN
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CARPET BOWLING
POUND
MEAT DRAW
CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP
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, $2 Drop in Peachland Legion. Hosted by Peachland Wellness Ctre. Beginners welcome
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
PICKLEBALL DROP IN (all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre
FRIDAYS
FITNESS ROOM
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre
50+ FITNESS
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FLOW YOGA
9-10 am, 4th Street Place
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-12 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre
THERAPEUTIC YOGA
10:30 am-12:30 pm, Community Centre
CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME
PEACHLAND BAPTIST
10:45 am 50+ Activity Centre
BARGAIN BIN
PICKLEBALL (2.5-3.5)
MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB
THE PEACHLAND WALKING CLUB
PICKLEBALL (3.5)
IRON & SILK
FALL STORY TIME 11:15 am Peachland Library
ZUMBA
11:45 am-12:45 pm, 4th Street Place
ROTARY CLUB PEACHLAND
10-11 am, Community Centre
10 am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank
(0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, Community Centre
Service 10:30 am, Fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave.
9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church
12-2 pm, Community Centre
10 am - noon, Peachland Wellness Ctre
YOGA (BEGINNERS)
10:30 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre
12-1:30 pm, Gasthaus Restaurant. Everyone welcome AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
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PICKLEBALL DROP IN
MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB
5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre
7 pm, Peachland Museum
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE
SPIN, CORE, STRETCH
PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)
9:15 am, $5 Drop in. Please bring a mat. 50+ Activity Ctre
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
FLOW YOGA
9-10 am Contact Dawn for location 250-878-6342 9:05-11 am, Community Centre
FITNESS ROOM
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MONDAYS
Books/Baskets/Chocolate Shoppe/Silent Auction/Christmas Store. United Church: Treats & Treasures. Mount Boucherie Bears Football Team Pub Night and Silent Auction - Saturday, November 17 at 6:00 pm at Whisky Jacks, 2442 Drought Rd, West Kelowna. Tickets are $20 – Burger & a Beer. Please contact Lindsay at 250-801-2243 or footballmamma85@gmail.com. All proceeds will go directly to support MBSS Bears Football! The Great Russian Influence in Music - Music-arts cultural showcase event with A Touch of Austria traditional culinary delights. Oct. 21, 28 and Nov. 4 at Ad Lib Art Gallery 2-4:30 pm. 3 sessions $40.00 per person OR $17.00 per session. Tel. 250-768-1404 www.claudiakargl.com Beginners Acrylic Series - The Peachland Community Arts Council is sponsoring a Beginners Acrylic Series with Roberta Farrelly on Monday afternoons at the Little Schoolhouse. Monday Nov 5 – December 20. Please register with Sharon at themcphees@telus.net or call 250-767-6556.
12 pm 50+ Activity Centre ART CLUB 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
LADIES COFFEE & CRIB PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre
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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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Places of Faith Peachland United Church
St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
Sunday Services Contemporary Worship Service 9 a.m.
Traditional Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School 10:30 am
“Let Us Worship Together”
Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Morning
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Sunday Mornings
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Office Hours 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Monday to Friday
Rev. Robin Graves
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Pastors: Kate & Steve Hobbs
10:30 am
Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.
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4464 4th Street
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PEACHLAND
LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD
FRONT END MANAGEMENT The Peachland Legion is recruiting for full time employment as Manager of the Royal Canadian Legion #69, Peachland. Successful candidates will demonstrate skills and experience in: Food and Beverage Management, Hospitality, Marketing and Supervision. Salary commiserate with experience. Submit resumes in person or email to: rcl69@shaw.ca Competition closes on October 27.
Wednesdays Sept to May
Ladies Bible Study 9:30 am Dr. Gord Denison PASTOR
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SUPPORT GROUPS
Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship Meets Monday at 7 pm (closed meeting) and Friday at 8 pm (open meeting). Call 250-763-5555 for more info
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Your Ticket to Great Entertainment SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE Brothers Osborne October 19
Celtic Thunder X November 1
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band November 8
Three Days Grace December 15
Paul Brandt “The Journey Tour” January 26
Stone Temple Pilots & Seether with Default & Age of Days October 23
SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE
Little Big Town March 1
PENTICTON TRADE & CONVENTION CENTRE Okanagan Makers Christmas Craft Fair November 3 & 4
Small Business BIG Christmas December 15
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Angel Bazaar PRESENTED BY ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH
Saturday Nov. 3rd 9:30am to 1:30pm
Home Baking Deli Delights Boutique Home Decor Sewing & Crafts Paperback Books Baskets of Fun!! Chocolate Shoppe Silent Auction Christmas Store! United Church: “Treats & Treasures”
Come For Lunch 10:30am to 1:30pm
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DOG TRAINER
You know you’ve heard it many times in person or as part of some news story: “He’s never bitten before. This just came out of the blue” While the bite is a surprise to the dog’s guardian, the dog has probably been sending signals long before the bite happened. The problem is people cannot see the subtle communication or they just don’t know what they are seeing is actually a dog telling them they are very unhappy. Dogs are allowed to feel negative emotions such as anger and fear and have the right to express these emotions. They also have the right to get out of an uncomfortable setting and will use their teeth to do so if their ‘dog speak’ has been ignored. Most dogs don’t want to bite out of self-preservation. A bite can result in a fight with another dog—the consequence could be injury or death. The consequence of biting a person may result in punishment, which in most cases, includes pain. Dogs don’t want that either —hence why the bite is a last resort for most dogs. There is something called the ‘Ladder of Aggression’ that is used to educate people on what body language a dog will display as a way to tell you they are uncomfortable. Simple displays include lip licking, yawning, head turns (avoidance) or simply walking away is at the bottom of the ladder. Easy to recognize behaviours that tell you something is going on with your dog. However, if those don’t increase the distance from what is triggering the dog to feel uncomfortable, they may display behaviours higher up on the ladder: a tucked tail with ears back to full body stiffening and ‘whale’ eye. All these signals are a dog telling
you long before a growl or bite, they want something to stop. This isn’t to say that all dogs will display these signals in that order before they bite. Sometimes they skip over several bottom rungs of the aggression ladder and go to the growl or right to a bite. Somewhere along the path to that bite, either in that moment or in their history, they’ve indicated they were uncomfortable—but no one was listening and honoured what the dog needed. It’s also possible the dog did growl and was punished for it. If this is the case, the dog has learned that growling results in a negative consequence so they will skip this option and go to an air snap or a dreaded bite. Punishing your dog for expressing an emotion doesn’t change the emotion the dog is having. It does however stop future warnings (growl) because the dog has learned there is a negative consequence to it. Don’t punish the growl! Consider the growl information and thank your dog for doing so instead of choosing to bite. As someone in the trenches
working with dogs that bite, it’s my experience that very few dogs bite ‘out of the blue.’ In most cases it comes down to lack of knowledge and understanding on the human’s part and what is needed is more education. More people including children need to learn how to be around dogs in a way that results in the dogs feeling safe and behaving appropriately. YouTube has great videos on this subject and are worth watching. However, if that’s not your thing, heed these communication signals; stop what you are doing and move away from the dog. Stiffening body Looking away from you Yawning Licking its lips Tucking its head and tail Moving away Lip lifting Growling The more we understand these not so subtle cues from our dogs, the fewer interactions resulting in bites to humans and dogs. ALL dogs can bite and will bite if the right environment conspires against them.
Raising funds through fitness BEN STRINGER
RECREATION CO-ORDINATOR District of Peachland
On Thursday, October 11, local POUND Fitness Pro, Emma Webber, challenged her class to participate in POUND for Pink. In recognition of Breast Cancer awareness month, POUND classes around the globe are invited to raise awareness and funds to support Breast Cancer Research. Emma donated 100 per cent of her instructor fee for the class and invited her 21 participants to donate as well. Together, the group raised $491 to donate to the BC Cancer Foundation. The Foundation is matching dona-
tions made during the month of October, bringing the total amount raised to $982. POUND is an exhilarating full-body workout inspired by playing the drums. Emma
runs her classes Monday and Thursday evenings from 6:45-7:45 pm at the Peachland Community Centre. New participants are invited to try there first class for free!
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Cindy is ready for another term! AS MAYOR, • Cindy led Council in bringing back a financial institution (Vantage One). • She obtained a grant for affordable Seniors Housing (V.P. Sr. Support Society). • Cindy led Council in obtaining funds for a new water treatment plant. • She led Council in providing 2nd street parking lot paving/lane marking. • Cindy led Council in setting up ice skating rinks on Mountainview Park. • She led Council in contributing 6 housing units for Habitat for Humanity. • During her term, millions of dollars in grant funds were obtained to help pay for much needed services— a record amount received in the history of Peachland. • Cindy was presented with a prestigious Leadership Certificate by the Minister of Municipal Affairs. • Cindy has dedicated herself to the community and the citizens of Peachland and will continue to do so.
RE-ELECT
CINDY FORTIN
When the going gets tough, Cindy works harder to meet the challenge.
AS YOUR MAYOR
Endorsed by the Committee to Re-Elect Cindy Fortin for Mayor; authorized by Tracie Gordon; financial agent; tiggsgordon@gmail.com OPINION
FPTP benefits corporate Is Donald Trump coaching our candidates? interests more than ours Dear editor:
Dear editor: It’s no wonder big business is spending millions of dollars in this referendum, defending our current colonial system of government that consistently have allowed a minority of the people to manipulate and control the government of the day. It has served them well over the years, but the fierce struggle to control our governments has produced a two-party system that effectively has closed the doors for the majority of the people to play a meaningful role in BC politics. Democracy is the process of making decisions that reflect the consensus of the majority of the people in any society. We are constantly being told we are a democracy, but voting by itself is not democracy, it is only a democratic action. Cubans and Russians vote, but they are not democracies. And 37 per cent of the
popular vote is not a majority. Our current firstpast-the-post electoral system has consistently produced governments that represent only about one third of the people, while awarding party and government leaders dictator-style of powers in our Legislatures. Instead of providing law-order-and-good-government, they have used that power to pursue personal and political agendas far beyond their intellectual capacity and the ability of tax-payers to finance them, all without consulting the people and the MLAs who were elected to represent them. The concerns for the continuity and stability of our democratic institutions are shared by all Canadians, and that is why one province after another, including BC, is in the process of adopting some form of Proportional style of electoral system. Andy Thomsen Kelowna
What has happened to Peachland? I’m beginning to wonder if President Trump has been coaching our community in how to create the greatest finger-pointing and rude divisiveness possible? Come on, Peachland … you are better than this. It is one thing for there to be a difference of opinion on the vision for Peachland and it is another to see the unnecessary so-called ‘analysis’, back-biting and small-minded questions that have gone on, especially tied to the people willing to step up and be leaders in this community. What is the matter with us? Every one of these people is stepping up because they care. They may have differences of opinions about what their vision for Peachland is. So, that’s what our votes are for. Why are we discussing whether individuals vying for council have a day job or not? Unless they are retired, all of them do! The issue as to whether Peachland should have a three or five level build-
ing on Beach is not what is hurting Peachland, it’s the hurtful level of discourse that is. It’s the level of mistrust and small-mindedness that is. It hurts us all and makes one less and less certain that this is a good place to live. It may even make people think twice about moving here… or developing a business here. Let’s stop this. Peachland is a small and unique community. We all love it. We are passionate about it. We have differences of opinion as to how it should grow and prosper. Instead of entrenching, we should look to our leaders and ourselves for forums where we can discuss our visions, listen and hear each other’s point of view (without the cat-calling), and be willing to compromise. At the end of the day, I would like to see a diverse council that represents different skill sets and ideas, with reasonable individuals who listen well, ask good questions, compromise, and make decisions so that we can move on… not a “one-issue” herd. I’d like to see a mayor who ensures transparency, builds bridges, and creates opportunities (townhall
meetings?) for informing the public about the issues within key topics and seeks their ideas… one that can work with civic employees and administrators to be clear in guiding Council so they can develop plans, make decisions, and move on. Mayoral and council leadership is about building up community, not creating divisions. It’s about “us”, not “me”. Especially in a small community of some 5,500 people! I’d like to see a public that avails themselves of those public forums and doesn’t whine when the timeline for discourse has passed. I’d like to see a community that holds up its neighbours and its wonderful volunteer organizations; a community that gets involved instead of just taking pot-shots… one where everyone understands that they are a part of what makes Peachland unique and special. Then, perhaps, we could really get our vision straight…and work our plan. On October 20th – vote for Peachland. Tanya Northcott Peachland
This is it
Dear editor:
We are just a few days out from the election. It will be the most important election in the history of Peachland. Six hundred of you will decide the fate of 5,400 Peachlanders. The choices you will have are very difficult ones. It’s going to come down to you being able to decide what your fundamental core values are. You’re going to have to choose a Mayor who you believe best represents your vision for the future. At a higher level, the choice is simply for an NDP leadership vs. a Conservative leadership. Between candidates Cindy Fortin, Eric Hall and Harry Gough– one of these three candidates is going to control your town moving forward. Traditionally, only 600 of you will elect who gets to have this honor. You are going to have to take a long hard look at what you want for the future of your town and then choose a candidate that best seems able to help you fulfill your desires for Peachland. Nick ‘Rambo’ Walsh Peachland
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