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MLA becomes the minority DAN WALTON
BY A LANDSLIDE – MLA Dan Ashton easily held down the local riding, though the BC Liberal Party wasn’t able to hold onto enough seats to remain a majority
government. He’s pictured beside campaign manager Dick Knorr after the riding was called on election night. See Page 2 for coverage.
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Landslide victory for Ashton; party reduced to minority status VIEW STAFF Penticton MLA Dan Ashton relinquished power over the local riding after with a landslide victory in the provincial election last week. “Peachland is part of a great riding that I’m incredibly proud to represent,” he said after cable news projected his win on election night. He was celebrating with his family and supporters at Boston Pizza in Penticton. “I’ll be honest I was a little bit apprehensive,” he said, “but these volunteers were spectacular.” Ashton’s campaign was the eight steered by Dick Knorr, who’s also his constituency assistant. With this week’s win, Knorr has been successful in eight out of eight campaigns he’s overseen. Peachland has benefited from the Liberal Government through money for a new water filtration plant and a new affordable seniors housing project, Ashton said, and he makes himself available at the Little Schoolhouse every Thursday afternoon. With 13,671 votes, Ashton’s share
of support was 53.55 per cent. The runner-up was NDP candidate Tarik Sayeed with 7,150 votes (28.02 per cent). The Green Party – which didn’t even field a local candidate in 2013 – garnered 4,707 votes (18.44 per cent) through Connie Sahlmark. “I feel really good about the outcome,” Sahlmark said. “I didn’t have an expectation but I was quite thrilled with the amount of support I received.” Sahlmark was proud to say her campaign spent only about $1 per vote. She said she would run again, and her only regret was entering the campaign so late. “It’s not as big and scary as it looks,” she said. Sahlmark is excited that Green Party leader Andrew Weaver now holds the balance of power in the legislature. “This is such a critical time period, both environmentally and socially.” Sayeed was not available for comment before deadline. A total of 25,528 votes were cast in the riding. DAN WALTON PHOTOS
DIFFERENT STROKES – Last week was the home-run stretch for the 2017 provincial
election, and all three local candidates were heavily active in the riding. Below is Green candidate Connie Sahlmark cycling down Beach Avenue with her dog Peak-a-Boo; top right is MLA Dan Ashton watching the results come in on election night during his campaign party at Boston Pizza; and on the right is NDP leader John Horgan making a speech at Craft Corner Kitchen in Penticton to give a boost to local candidate Tarik Sayeed.
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“I share the concerns of Rose Valley residents with Option 2A, which would place a bypass through Rose Valley Park – a natural wonder and a tremendous local treasure,” she said in an open letter to residents on Monday. ‘Option 2A’ proposes a 14 kilometre bypass be built along the western waterfront to the north of the William R. Bennett Bridge. It would run through Rose Valley Regional Park and the Westbank First Nation. “If we form the government again after May 9, we will remove Option 2A from consideration as we continue the public consultation and the important work of improving transportation in West Kelowna,” she said. But just six days earlier, Clark refused to share an opinion on the Peachland portion of the transportation study. “I’m not going to impose an opinion on it,” she told The View on May 2, “because then wherever we end up, people will think that I made it happen rather than listening to the people.”
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Be prepared for flooding to cause emergencies this weekend CENTRAL OKANAGAN EMERGENCY OPERATIONS Residents should be prepared to leave quickly or shelter in place for up to 72 hours. Current weather patterns have created a complex series of events that will result in an extended flood season. Creeks and lakes are almost at full pool and any wind or weather events will create ongoing impacts for the coming weeks. Preventative measures like sandbags should remain in place. With rising water levels, the possibility of widespread evacuations in the region is possible. Residents would only be ordered to evacuate if there is a threat of imminent danger. Not every sign of water inside your house is cause for an evacuation.
An evacuation order means residents should take everything required for an extended stay and follow the instructions provided in the evacuation order. Only residents on order to evacuate are eligible for Essential Support Services (ESS) registration and vouchers. An evacuation alert means that residents may be asked to leave their homes on very short notice for an extended period of time. Residents should prepare by organizing an emergency supply kit with necessary medications, personal toiletries, change of clothing and personal and family documents. In the case of non-emergency flood conditions in their homes or neighbourhoods residents should be prepared to shelter in place for up to 72 hours. This
means residents may be unable to leave their homes or drive to services like the grocery store. Prepare an emergency supply of food and water. Consider how much you will need for all members of the family. Prepare for any pets. Pets may not be able to go outside and you will need food and water as well as a place and cleaning supplies to deal with pet waste. Call or text your emergency contact. Let them know where you are, if any family members are missing, and how you are doing. Use your phone only as necessary. Keep the phone handy in case you need to report a life threatening emergency. Otherwise, do not use the phone, so that the lines will be available for
emergency responders. Keep listening to your radio, television, or phone for updates. Do not leave your shelter unless authorities tell you it is safe to do so. If they tell you to evacuate the area, follow their instructions. For up to date information on the situation including a map and to sign up for e-updates, visit www.cordemergency.ca. Information will also be provided via the https://twitter.com/ CO_Emerg and https:// www.facebook.com/CORDEmergency/ or by phone at 250-469-8490 or 1-877-5698490 (toll-free).
Councillors walk out in protest amid clash between Mayor and Chamber pres DAN WALTON EDITOR
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A quarrel between Mayor Cindy Fortin and Chamber president Dave Collins made this week’s Committee of the Whole meeting much more lively than normal. What started out as a mundane presentation from the Peachland Chamber of Commerce turned into a heated exchange. “I really wish you’d have the gumption to have a respectful relationship,” Collins said to Fortin. “It kind of wrecks any level of trust we have in working with you.” He was referring to a call Fortin made to the Chamber’s accounting firm, in which she requested more information on the Chamber’s financial statements and the qualifications of the accountant. “I am never going to apologize for asking the tough questions when it comes to the spending of the taxpayers money,” said Fortin. Collins agreed that municipal councils have a responsibility to scrutinize public spending, but he felt slighted by Fortin’s method. “If you want to respect the working relationship with the Chamber, you should approach the Chamber,” he said. “I found that I cannot get answers from the Chamber as fast,” she said. Collins said the Chamber makes itself approachable and that Fortin should try harder. “I’ve come into the Chamber countless times and the Chamber office is always closed,” said Fortin. “I just don’t think your criticism is justified,” Collins said. “I think you’re showboating.” Coun. Terry Condon asked for the point of order but Fortin said it belonged to her. Shortly thereafter, he and Coun. Keith Thom walked out of the meeting. And since two councillors were already absent from the meeting, rules don’t allow a meeting to resume with just three members of council. “I called a point of order which requires a certain response,” Condon explained. “(Fortin) continued talking so I left.” Condon said the questions being asked by Fortin would have been appropriate, “but not in that set of circumstances. The Mayor was
entirely out of line in terms of the manner in which she approached the issue.” Thom left the meeting in protest because he didn’t think the Mayor was right to deny Condon the point of order, and he felt as though Collins was not being treated with respect. “It was the only way to shut down this lack of respect for the council chambers,” Thom said. As for Fortin’s analysis of the Chamber’s accounting, Thom “felt that it was not terribly professional,” he said. “And the chamber has offered multiple times over the two years of their contract to have any of us go to their office and go line by line through their records.” “I’m greatly disappointed that Coun. Thom and Condon would decide to leave the meeting which ended our quorum,” Fortin said. Coun. Mike Kent said the Mayor had valid points to make and raised important questions, “but I think maybe what happened was it wasn’t the correct forum. Both sides should try to work together and we want to try and have a cohesive relationship with all community groups including the Chamber of Commerce.” Coun. Pam Cunningham didn’t think either Fortin or Collins were wrong. “It was a difference of opinion,” she said. “Cindy had her points, he had his points. He has a right to feel what he feels and she has a right to ask what she’s asking.” But it was the first time that Cunningham ever witnessed a councillor walk out of a meeting in progress. “I thought, ‘shouldn’t you stay? You’re elected officials, where are you going?’” On Monday evening, a little more than 12 hours earlier, Fortin and Collins seemed to be getting along well at Greata Ranch for the Chamber’s annual general meeting. The Mayor was invited to be the keynote speaker, where she and Collins exchanged pleasantries with one another in front of the crowd. See Collins’ response on Page 6.
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Tuesday’s council highlights
Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2035, Amendment Bylaw No. 2168, 2017 Council adopted the Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2035, Amendment Bylaw No. 2168, 2017. The Amendment to the bylaw extends the Revitalization Tax Exemption Program to December 31, 2020 with completion by December 31, 2020. The Revitalization Tax Exemption Program is to encourage the redevelopment of the downtown core, based on the Sustainable Downtown Peachland Plan. 2017 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2179, 2017 Council adopted the 2017 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2168, 2017. The Financial Plan establishes a 5 year budget for the District. Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2180, 2017 Council adopted the District of Peachland Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2180, 2017 The Tax Rates sets the tax rates for the District including general, policing and transit taxes, as well as, collections for other tax authorities. Parcel Tax Bylaws 2017 Council adopted the following 2017 parcel tax bylaws: • Downtown Revitalization Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2181, 2017
• General Capital Asset Renewal Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2182, 2017 • Regional District of Central Okanagan Westside Regional Transfer Station Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2183, 2017 • Water System No. 3 Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2184, 2017 • Water System No. 2 Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2185, 2017 • Water Capital Improvement parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2186, 2017 • Water Capital Asset Renewal Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2187, 2017 • Sewage Transmission Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2188, 2017 • Beach Avenue Sewage Collection Specified Area Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2189, 2017 • Beach Avenue Sewage Collection Specified Area Acreage Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2190, 2017 • Phase 1-D and Phase 2 Sewer Collection Specified Areas Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2191, 2017 • Sewer Capital Asset Renewal Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2192, 2017 Parcel taxes are required for reserve funding and repayment of long term debt. Bc Transit Agreements Council approved the renewal of the 2017/ 2018 BC Transit Annual Regional Operating Agreements. Peachland’s share of cost is $173,771, equating to approximately $59, per average household, for transit services in 2017.
Beach Avenue Traffic Flow Changes The Annual World of Wheels Classic and Antique Car Show will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2017. Due to heavy congestion and safety issues, Beach Avenue traffic flow will be altered for the one day event. At approximately 9 am, traffic will be blocked between First and Seventh Streets, adjacent to the Yacht club dock and throughout the downtown core, allowing for ONE WAY TRAFFIC ONLY. Traffic will be redirected through the back alley, moving from south to north only. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and invite the public to come out and enjoy the Annual World of Wheels!
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Peachland would be perfect for Canada-wide conferences JON NETELENBOS
PEACHLAND COLUMNIST This may be a good time for the View’s readers to begin preparing for next year’s July 17-19 First Ministers’ conference in Peachland. Except for the 1987 Meech Lake gathering, it is the first time in our nation’s history that such a meeting will be held outside a major Canadian city. Peachland is an excellent venue choice, splendidly scenic and resoundingly supported by an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and intelligent citizenry. It is because of these notable attributes that our Peachland residents were chosen to host and plan the conference and, incredibly, given the mandate to select the topics for discussion by the prime minister, thirteen provincial and territorial premiers, and the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations. Oh no! I just awoke to the sound of my cell phone. Texts, and more texts; voicemails by the dozens! How long have I been dreaming? (Just got another text demanding that I take a CAT scan!) Readers, I am so sorry, but I fell into a deep sleep and then experienced this unusual political dream. I now realize that no federal-provincial meeting is going to take place in Peachland. At least not for a few years. However, now that I’m fully awake and able to
Triumphant Ashton Congratulations to Dan Ashon on winning the local riding. His victory comes as little surprise to most voters in the riding. He’s been an effective MLA all around – he makes himself present in the community, he’s an effective speaker, and unlike many MLAs – he’s not a shill who blindly conforms to party values.
And he succeeds without being divisive. I’ve met many people who dislike the Liberal Party but still admire Ashton. But even if he didn’t win, we’re lucky that we still had two other strong options to choose from. There was no need to plug our noses at the polls. Dan Walton Editor
recall the details of my dream, I’ll be happy to explain how the Peachland Organizing Committee (POC) intends to host and plan the 2018 Peachland First Ministers’ Conference. From the outset, the POC has stipulated that except for workshop facilitators, the Peachland mayor (welcoming address) and the POC chair (opening remarks), the only delegates allowed to take part in the deliberations shall be the prime minister, premiers, and the First Nations national chief—no exceptions. Additionally, transfer payments discussions are strictly forbidden for this meeting except when they apply to a specific agenda item. Finally, a clear majority of the meeting’s deliberations will be publicly televised in real time. Initially the POC recommended a multi-colored circus-style tent as the most practical structure in which to hold this historic mid-summer conference. Known for being the largest three-ring circus tent in P. T. Barnum’s inventory, this tent was to be erected in Heritage Park near the proposed Peachland Pier project site. Unfortunately, the rental fee quote for the roof
alone was an astronomical $43,000, and organizers thus decided to go with a smaller single-door revival-style tent. At least this structure is waterproof and fireproof, but unfortunately it also has no roof. Consequently, in case of a summer hailstorm/thunderstorm or fire emergency, delegates will be ferried to the Peachland firehall. There can be no greater task placed on the POC than choosing the conference topics. The POC noted that since the federal Liberals assumed office in 2015, all three First Ministers’ conferences focused on climate change. After considerable deliberation, the POC unanimously agreed to send out a media release announcing the Peachland conference’s topics: 1. Constitutional Law Refresher 101 (The Constitution Act 1867 – Federal-Provincial Division of Powers); 2. The Future of Vocational Education/Integrating Provincial & Federal Apprenticeship Programs; 3. The Non-Sequiturs of Canada’s New Cannabis Laws and Regulations. In the coming weeks Here ‘n’ there will review these subjects in greater detail and discuss the positions taken by the POC.
‘Bully bylaw man’ chases elderly tourists Dear editor: I witnessed the bylaw officer confront an out-of-town couple in their 60s with a leashed dog. They had been walking their dog and sat down on the beach in front of our house for a break and to view the lake on a beautiful sunny Sunday. Yes, one of our grossly overpaid administrators allowed to be placed on the beach from 13th Street to Todd’s RV and Camping. He ordered them to leave the bench as it is against the law to stop at a bench to rest if you have a dog. HOW STUPID. Does overpaid administrator not allow him to use common sense and decency? I then chased down the tourists and asked them what he had said to them, he told them to leave, which they thought was ridiculous and said they would never be back. I then talked to the officer who claimed he did not order the folks off the bench. He said he was just talking
to them, when I called him out on it saying I spoke to the tourists and they told me he told them to leave. What he fessed up is that he had told them to leave as there were no dogs allowed on the beach. It’s not the first time I have seen him chase people off those benches and actually have chased people away for walking over the white line because it is considered “the beach.” I then went and counted how many benched are on the beach side of the road – 90 – and the bylaw officer told me none of which can be sat on if you have a dog in tow. Why not man-up to Mr. Bylawman and just use common sense? Oh and when you harass people don’t park on the beach like you always do – you might hit a bench of empty tourists. Debbie Hostyn Beach Avenue, Peachland *See District’s response on Page 14
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Just waiting for Protect Peachland’s watershed someone to die here Dear Mayor Fortin:
Dear editor:
I would like to suggest the following to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI). While driving south on Highway 97 last year, some small car passed me way above the posted speed of 90 kilometres per hour. So I gave him or her the finger never realizing that there are broken passing lines before Huston Road. Also around Brent Road where a death has occurred there are broken passing lines. It’s dangerous because there is no way to avoid an accident as there is no room to pull over on either side of highway on both sides. Sorry, I forgot about the broken lines just going south past Ponderosa Drive cut off with no room to move over if unable to pass. I would appreciate new painted doubles line right through Peachland. Existing lines are difficult to see especially when wet. I feel that a posted speed limit of 70 kilometres per hour through Peachland is required. Cars leaving the traffic lights from Clements Crescent from the north exceed the speed limit, while cars, trucks and RVs coming south on Drought Hill exceed speed. Just waiting for someone to die here. Radar or at least a flashing speed light would help. I believe the MOTI is looking at a traffic light at Trepanier Bench Road or Buchanan Road. Please do something soon. This would probably help slow things down. Thanks for the few hundred feet of paving from Huston Road going north on 97. For a few seconds, the noise is reduced by at least 30 per cent in my car. It’s priceless. If you can find it in your budget to pave the top of Drought Hill to the four lanes at south limits of Peachland, that would be great. Thanks Mike Polvere Peachland
Thank You For your vote of confidence and I promise to continue to represent all the citizens of this riding to the best of my ability in the Legislature. Together, we will make a difference in ensuring our regions’ success!
I appreciate your comments in the Peachland View April 13 edition,” From the Mayor’s Desk”. I commend you, again, for being the lone voice on council, withholding your vote of approval to support the referral process of Forestry Stewardship Plans for Tolko (and Westbank First Nations/ Ntityix Resources). Their request to renew logging practices and operate within Peachland’s watershed should not be rubber stamped until enough information is received to make an informed decision. Our own District website reminds us it is easier,” cheaper and safer to stop water from getting polluted in the first place than to pay to clean it up later”. Mayor Fortin, I would not shirk from the “tree hugger” label, if it were not for the nature lovers of the past we would not have the old growth of Clayoquot Sound, Meares Island, and the Great Bear Rain Forest. Those intact forests that stand in Clayoquot and other protected areas today represent the outcome of numerous protests that occurred at the end of the 20th Century. Establishing a solid protection plan for forests in an area is considered a positive outcome by people and organizations fighting to preserve and protect biologically diverse forests and watersheds from being logged for the past 40 years. We are not asking Tolko, Gormans and the Westbank First Nations to stop logging, merely to move their interests further from our community borders, recreational trails and precarious watershed. Like the protesters mentioned above, we are saying Not In My Back Yard, we are saying NIMBY to a bypass construction through our water shed and we are certainly saying NIMBY to further access roads and logging in our watershed. Peachland holds a detailed Watershed Assessment Report for ourDrinking Water Protection, Council just need s to stand up and abide by it. Two questions present themselves in your reply in the View. The first is your statement that ‘there is no evidence that logging operations had any bearing on the current mud slide’ of April 19 that precipitated the boil water ban on April 19. If this is so where did you get your information and where can the citizens of ‘Peachland read the report/study prepared to endorse this statement? Was a hydrologic assessment by a qualified professional conducted at the mud slide site or watershed level including cumulative impacts of past and proposed logging activities?
What I find especially confusing is the fact that we were informed by District of Peachland staff last week that the area above the mud slide had been monitored for over a year, there was a concern that the slope was unstable, that it WOULD slide , they just did not know how much nor when. It seems if someone makes the effort to monitor a situation, they must feel a responsibility for its cause? It seems also, an unbelievable coincidence that of the entire 15 mile length of Deep Creek, from Peachland Lake to town, the only area that slid due to ‘natural’ occurrences was the area undermined by logging road construction. Is there any evidence that logging operations did NOT have anything to do with the mud slide on Munroe Forestry Road? The second question your response begs is why? I would like to direct this question to Councillors Condon, Shierbeck, Thom, Vucinovic, Cunningham and Kent and ask them WHY they voted in favour of entertaining the referral process and renew logging operations in Peachland watershed. What is the benefit to Peachland, our drinking water? Have they indeed read the Peachland Watershed Assessment Report? Councillors Schierbeck and Thom stated they are being ‘courteous because it is the right thing to do’. I wonder if the Councillors of North Vancouver would be so courteous to big logging if they had a request log the Capilano watershed. I can only hope in closing, that council ask for a hydrological assessment impact of past and proposed logging activities, and rethink their support for renewed logging in our immediate watershed environment. Before the 1990s, forestry was “king” in B.C., and the forest industry primarily viewed forests as repositories of timber, and to a lesser extent, as places for recreation and ecosystems. The environmental movement effectively changed the ways in which many British Columbians see forests – including increasing the perceived importance of ecology and biodiversity, health, aesthetics, culture, and spirituality. The residents of Peachland are asking Council to change the way they perceive the importance of Peachland’s ecology and water systems. It is a dirty bird indeed that fouls its own nest, as Nobel prize winner Mr. Dylan says,” the times they are a changing”...thank goodness. Taryn Skalbania Peachland
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MP checks in from the hill Response from Chamber president following heated COTW meeting DAN ALBAS
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I was asked recently if it is difficult to come up with a different topic every seven days for my weekly MP report to citizens. It is difficult, however not for the reason that you might expect. The challenge is not finding new topics to discuss but rather narrowing down the many subjects available to one or two that can be briefly covered with the limited space available in my reports. Case in point this week I would like to reference the Liberal Government’s efforts to muzzle the Parliamentary Budget Officer however a more pressing concern is the Liberals plans for a proposed $35 Billion Infrastructure Bank. Why is the $35 Billion Infrastructure Bank a serious concern? Canadians pay taxes to the federal Government for a variety of different purposes and uses. One of the important uses of your tax dollars is building infrastructure. The challenge here is that $35 Billion in funding and guarantees that could be building Infrastructure in communities like Kelowna, Peachland, Penticton, Merritt or elsewhere in Canada will instead be diverted to create the Liberals new Infrastructure bank to be located in the Liberal stronghold of Toronto. The concern here is that this Infrastructure Bank doesn’t actually build any Infrastructure. The role of the Liberals new Infrastructure Bank is to attract international investors to ulti-
mately invest and privately build Infrastructure here in Canada. In order to attract sophisticated and often international investors the Government will be paying lucrative rates of return on large scale projects with a minimum price of $100 Million or more. Why is this a concern? For starters the Liberal Government is borrowing money it does not have at lower rates of interest solely to subsidize higher rates of return to largely private investors. Worse, is that with a minimum project threshold of $100 Million many rural communities and even smaller to mid-size cities will not be able to afford projects of this magnitude. Despite this fact the taxpayers who live within these areas will be saddled with paying part of the borrowing debt and high rates of interest even though they do not directly benefit from the projects. Paradoxically this also comes at a time where new capital requirements put in place by a Federal Government regulator significantly limit the ability for sectors like Canadian insurance companies to invest in Canadian infrastructure. There are other concerns however this summarizes some of the more significant. This week the NDP will table a motion in Ottawa to remove the Infrastructure Bank from the Liberals’ omnibus budget bill so that it can be debated and opposed on a stand-alone basis. For those who might think the Infrastructure bank is only being opposed by Opposition parties alone... Contined on . . . Page 10
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CHAMBER PRESIDENT Now that everyone is discussing the news of Tuesday morning’s COTW meeting and the video is released, I have been asked to clarify what happened. Lord knows I have tried to have a respectful relationship with the Mayor. In spite of trying I have come to the conclusion it is very challenging. This is unfortunate and represents a lost opportunity. As many of you know, the Mayor was our guest speaker at our Annual General Meeting this past Monday evening, we did our best to make her feel welcome and treated her to dinner. The next morning before our annual presentation to council at the Committee of the Whole meeting, we received an email from our accountant giving us the heads up - “The Mayor called me on my cellphone, she has questions about the Chamber’s financial statements for the visitor centre, she would be at the annual general meeting and would like to talk to me if I was planning on being there. So I introduced myself to the Mayor at the meeting and the Mayor’s first question was whether I reviewed every invoice for the visitor centre. I told her no and to do that would require an audit which is
quite expensive, typically up to $7500. I explained to her the levels of reporting for financial statements such as the ‘Notice to Reader’ disclaimer as you have always done in your financial statements.” Our accountant’s email continues at length which I won’t repeat here but you get the idea. And I have to say we have an awesome meticulous accountant we are very pleased with. You can imagine my disappointment in finding out the next morning that the Mayor, the same person we had welcomed as our guest the previous evening, attempted to conduct her own investigation of our financial reporting at the meeting with our accountant rather than approach us directly with her concerns in a spirit of goodwill and co-operation. Is not the role of Mayor is to build rapport, trust and consensus with council, staff and the organizations that have a relationship with the District? Is it reasonable to argue that you accomplish that by having a straight forward honest relationship based on openness and trust, rather than going behind someone’s back to try and dig up information you can use in a public meeting to put someone on the spot unprepared in an attempt to make
them look bad? That confrontational approach destroys trust, and makes good faith co-operations difficult. This is divisive and in my opinion conduct unbecoming a Mayor. I expressed my disappointment directly to the Mayor in the Tuesday morning COTW meeting. As I defended our organization the exchange between the Mayor and myself became heated. After a time and realizing the meeting was no longer constructive, Councillor Condon made an attempt to establish ‘point of order’ which the Mayor would not respect, so he walked out. Shortly after that Councillor Thom felt the exchange and line of questioning from the Mayor was disrespectful so he walked out thus ending quorum and ending the meeting. In hindsight I think this was prudent. There was absolutely nothing being accomplished at that point and it became clear the Mayor had her own agenda. They should be applauded not scorned for ending the meeting. Here’s the thing, the Mayor claims she is protecting Peachland taxpayers and reserves the right to ask difficult questions about how the Chamber spends the budget the District pays the Chamber to operate the visitor centre. I don’t at all dispute that council should
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have an understanding and confidence in our allocation and use of funds. But the manner of asking the questions betrays the Mayor’s intent. If the Mayor really wanted the answer to her questions, she wouldn’t be surprising us in a council meeting with questions we cannot prepare for and cannot possibly answer without further meetings. In my opinion this is political grandstanding and an attempt to make us look bad that is disrespectful and is rather disheartening. She is attempting to use the Chamber for personal political gain. How can I make such a claim? Because we have suggested 3 years in a row now to council that the District’s CFO come to our office to review our accounts, our invoices and how we spend the visitor centre budget money to council’s satisfaction. We have strived to do what we can to win the confidence of council and establish integrity. For the visitor centre, we maintain a separate bank account, a separate set of accounts in Simply Accounting, financial controls over disbursement of funds, and our accountant prepares year end statements. So with that standing offer to open our books on the table, the Mayor’s line of question becomes moot and the motive becomes clear. Continued on . . . Page 11
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Volunteers still needed as World of Wheels inches closer VIEW STAFF Beach Avenue never looks more lavish than on the afternoon of the Peachland World of Wheels Show & Shine. This year, it will be on Sunday, May 21 when Peachland’s legendary waterfront will be lined with vintage hot rods, classic roadsters and old-school muscle cars. “Everyone always looks forward to this day,” said Pam Cunningham, event co-ordinator. Most automobiles have to be considered classics to qualify for the show, but an exception is being made for Mirror
Image Customs, which will be showing off newer cars but modified vehicles. “The emphasis is on unique and collector cars that you don’t see everyday,” said Cunningham. Parking will be a nightmare so Troy Fisher’s bus service is offering shuttle service all afternoon from Clements Crescent with two buses on constant rotation. The cost is a voluntary donation to the Food Bank. Four bands have been booked throughout the day. One of the bands is 3/4 Crush. One of the members is Cunningham’s brother and she’s booked them to play at
Cousin’s Park. And this year, the music will be much more engaging as the stage is being sponsored by Chevrolet. Another band, the Regals, will be performing live at Heritage Park. “People between 60 and 80 will know the Regals.” There is also a food truck alley and bouncy castle for kids. The event occupies six blocks of Beach Avenue, it’s in its 20th year and will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. But more help is still needed to make it happen. Cunningham is looking for 10 volunteers to help on the day of the event with parking cars and co-ordination. Lon-
ger term, the World of Wheels committee needs three more directors to have a healthy-sized roster. Anybody interested in getting involved with World of Wheels – whether it’s for one day or longer term – should call Cunningham at 250-317-1125.
BEEPS welcomes new program co-ordinator into the cave DARLENE HARTFORD BEEPS
Paula Rodriguez de la Vega, the new Program Coordinator for the Okanagan Community Bat Program reported changes within the provincial-wide timelines for counting bats. Bats inhabiting Peachland Historic School have been counted four times annually since 2012 and stats collected at these counts are included in a provincial data base monitoring larger bat colonies within British Columbia. Irregularities in temperature affect the return dates of hibernating bats and, in turn, affect the birthing dates of pups. Timelines for counting bats correlate with the return from hibernation, and birthing dates. Bats do not return in large numbers until there’s a sufficient food source and temperatures are consistently warm. Temperatures were higher than usual in the spring of 2016 resulting in an early return date last year. The return of bats to the schoolhouse attic this year has been sporadic according to live footage provided by the attic camera. Because this type of data is easily viewed and collected within the Interpretive Centre of Peachland Historic School, BEEPS has been asked to take a larger role regionally in calculating appropriate dates for Okanagan bat counts. Four priority sites have been designat-
ed in the Okanagan by Rodriguez de la Vega, and include one location in Osoyoos, Fintry and Vernon, in addition to the schoolhouse attic in Peachland. Peachland has been asked to notify the Okanagan Community Bat Program when a large majority of our colony has arrived and when bat pups are born. These timelines will assist in determining the third and fourth bat counting dates. Arrival dates and general numbers of bats can easily be monitored throughout the day in the Interpretive Centre, via live footage, however, nightly monitoring of the roost is required to catch the first sign of newborn pups. Pups will be visible via live footage when the lactating females leave their pups in the roost and exit to feed. The pups are watched over by older females, providing a small window of opportunity for the attic camera to capture a time line when newborns are visibly present and
not hidden under their mother’s wing. The June 2nd and June 16th Bat Counts in Peachland will remain as advertised. In addition, the June 16th count will include a Bat Counting Training Session presented by Rodriguez de la Vega at 7:00 pm in the Peachland Visitor Centre. The training session will be followed by the scheduled Bat Count at 8:30 pm. The third and fourth counting dates for 2017 will not occur as previously advertised in the Peachland Calendar of Events, and will be altered pending the information provided to Rodriguez de la Vega by BEEPS. We apologize for any inconvenience and will provided new dates for the final two counts as soon as advised by the Okanagan Community Bat Program. Some groups of the BC wide bat counters prefer to count only the adult bats, therefore, will schedule one to two counts. A commonly asked question at the Interpretive Centre is, how
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com or phone 250-7672455. An informal bat count will also take place on Thursday, May 18th during Go Batty in Peachland, a Meadowlark Nature Festival event. Participants will meet at Todd Road and Beach Avenue at 7:00 pm to walk the 1km
loop of the Bat House Interpretive Trail with biologist Tanya Luszcz. An interactive program will be presented by Luszcz along the trail. Then a return to Peachland Historic School will include a tour of the Interpretive Centre, a close-up viewing of a live bat, a bat count
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50+ Activity Centre planning exciting excursion to Hope SUE VAN NOORTWYK 50+ ACTIVITY CENTRE
Finally Spring is here, even though the flowers are a little late they are beautiful. It is so nice to see so many people out and about again. Are you looking for something a little different to do? On Friday June 2 we have hired a bus to take us to Hope for the day. We will stop at the Kettle Valley Railway, Othello Tunnels to take in this amazing feat then head into downtown Hope for a stroll up main street to see their well known chain saw carvings. Cost is $23 for members and $25 for non members. Deadline to get your ticket is May 24, they are limited so don’t leave it too long. Call 250 767-9133 to book a
seat. Our first Canada 150 Pancake Breakfast of the season is coming up May 21. For $5 you get pancakes, sausages, juice, coffee, and a special fruit compote. What a deal!! Children age 6 to 11 pay $3 and under 5 years are free. Breakfast is served between 8 am and 11:30 am. You could stop in on your way to the “World of Wheels” event. Everyone is welcome. We will also be holding breakfasts Sunday July 2, August 6, and September 3. Friday June 9 is a special day for our 80 + Members. The Directors of the 50 + Activity Centre roll up their sleeves and serve lunch to members who are 80 + years of age. This is in appreciation for
their past service, our way of saying Thankyou. This event is by invitation and members will be receiving a phone call over this next week. If you are over 80, a member of the 50 + Activity Centre, and we haven’t called you it may be because we don’t have your birth year on file. Please let us know. We don’t want to miss anyone. We have noticed a gradual decrease in attendence at our monthly Potluck Fridays. At our April Potluck Friday the food was varied as well as tasty and Bryan Feagan kept us tapping our toes and singing along so some familiar older tunes. Our next Potluck Friday is scheduled for May 26 and we look forward to music by Lloyd Sotas. You
don’t have to be a Member or over the age of 50 to attend . Everyone is welcome. Over the next few weeks Directors from the 50 + Activity Centre will be contacting members to complete a short survey on our Potluck dinners and activities. If you would like to participate in this survey please call the 50 + Activity Centre during our office hours, Monday to Friday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Last month I shared that the Peachland Variety Singers were headed to Chorfest in Surrey/ Whiterock. 24 members participated, picking up invaluable tips from clinician, Paul Cummings to improve their musical skills. They participated in 8 mass choir numbers and
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MAHJONG PLAYERS will present 2 of these at their Christmas concert December 10. The two individual numbers the Variety Singers performed: “Beautiful British Columbia” and “Hymn to Freedom” received a roar of approval from the 750 member audience. This choir will resume Monday, September 11 at 9:30 am. Anyone wishing to join is most welcome, and men especially so. We can certainly be proud of this group representing Peachland. Our volunteer of the month for April was Linda Colautti. Linda is the leader for our Wednesday evening Clogging Class. Clogging is a fun way to gently dance your way into shape. If you are interested please give Linda a call at: 259 718-3088. Yvonne Waines is now teaching our Tai Chi classes Mondays from 12
to 1 pm. Yvonne is starting right from the beginning, she teaches the 108 Taoist form. You don’t have to be an athlete to do Tai Chi. The movements are slow, flowing and gentle to the body and can be adjusted for any limitations. The benefits are many: gentle stretching, improved circulation, more energy, better balance and coordination, improved memory, and better heath and vitality. Cost is by donation. Also don’t forget we have added another 50 + Fitness class on Fridays at 9 am with Abby. Members can participate in Yoga and Tai Chi on Monday, Yoga, 50 + Fitness, and Clogging on Wednesdays, Yoga and Iron & Silk on Thursdays, and 50 + Fitness and Yoga on Fridays. Mahjong has moved to Tuesday and Friday afternoons. If
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you are interested to join please call leader, Linda Lomow at 250 767-3368. Calling all Bingo players. Thursday is Bingo night in Peachland. Anyone over the age of 19 is eligible to play and you do not have to be a member of our centre to participate in this activity. Newcomers are welcome. We are still looking for a couple of casual Bingo callers to help out maybe once a month when are regular callers are away. If you are interested please call the 50 + Activity Centre at 250 767-9133. I hope you were able to attend the “Stars on Stage” event at the 50 + Activity Centre Sunday May 7 put on by 6 local entertainers: Laverne Prosny, Sid Kendrick, Bryan Feagan and group, Melita Ree, Gary Jesperson, and Grant Eisworth. It was a fun afternoon listening to some wonderful music presented by familiar artists. I attended the recent Seniors Forum in Peachland sponsored by our MP Dan Albas. The message I came away with was how important it is for Seniors, for so many reasons, to not be living in isolation or feel like they are alone There are so many activities at our 50 + Activity Centre that don’t require you to be an expert or come with a partner. Our leaders welcome new participants and not having a ride just doesn’t cut it – give us a call.
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Outstanding citizens recognized at annual Civic Awards ceremony DAN WALTON EDITOR
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Chris Byrd has been named Peachland’s Citizen of the Year for 2016. “Receiving the Citizen of the Year Award is a great honour and it makes me really proud to be a Peachlander,” he said. “I’d particularly like to thank Mayor Fortin and Council and all those who had a hand in selecting me for the award. I was stunned!” The declaration was made last Friday during the finale of this year’s Civic Awards ceremony at the Peachland Community Centre. The community service Byrd has shared with Peachland is impossible to miss. Since he moved here for retirement in 1999, he designed the Peachland Walks and Hikes Trail Maps; chaired the Cultural Tourism Committee (a prelude to the Peachland Economic Development Committee); for the past two years has been writing a bi-weekly newsletter on behalf of the Peachland Community Arts Council (PCAC); and in 2002 he helped to restore the Little Schoolhouse “The floor of the school house was warped, literally warped – a marble would have rolled down to one side or the other, it was that warped.” After serving out a full career in Montreal as an English and media teacher, he moved to Peachland and realized he still had a lot left to offer his community.
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“When I came out here, I just began looking for things to do.” Byrd is an avid photographer who’s work has been exhibited at Gallery 97 and the Little Schoolhouse, and it will be featured at the Vernon Art Walk in September. “Chris is an amazing volunteer, he does a lot for the community,” Mayor Cindy Fortin said. “In his work with PCAC and the newsletter he puts out has been informative and keeps everyone up to date. He’s one of the top all-around volunteers and really deserves it.” Photos and a list of all winners will be featured in next week’s View.
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Lost urinal. Reward if found: Bag of peanuts VIEW STAFF Somebody stole a urinal from the Peachland Legion. That’s right, Branch 69 is missing some important hardware in the men’s room. The urinal had a rich history facilitating the peepee of men for over 40 years. “It really seems so stupid that this would happen, that somebody would steal a urinal,” said Barrie Hewer, sec-
retary manager. “I mean, what are you going to do with a urinal?” It wasn’t taken in a heist, it was an opportunity crime. As part of a renovation project underway at the Legion, the urinal was unhinged, wrapped in garbage bags, taped up and left outside for the night of May 2. It was last seen around 9 p.m. By 8 a.m. the next morning, it was gone. Thinking somebody maybe took it as a joke, Hewer hoped he would be able
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to find it somewhere else around town. He searched the beaches, nearby streets and walked up and down Beach Avenue but to no avail. “If we can’t get one donated or find somebody who’s throwing out a urinal, we’ll have to buy one,” he said. “It costs $1,200 to replace it so it’s not funny anymore.” Anybody with information leading to the safe recovery of the urinal will be rewarded with a bag of peanuts.
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Gallery 97 primed for promising summer VIEW STAFF Only one more week until Gallery 97 opens its doors for the summer. Each summer season, owners John and Pat Huber accommodate as many local budding artists as possible. “It’s different from what you’ll see in Kelowna,” John said. “We’re supporting local and young artists who are new to the industry.” The only stipulation for artists is that they live in the Okanagan Valley. “From Salmon Arm to the U.S. border in Osoyoos,” he said. “We really like supporting local, upcoming talent, and we feature very reputable artists too.” And the prices are very affordable compared to most art galleries.
Gallery 97 was originally built in 1968 to be a pottery studio by “Renaissance man” Des Loan and his wife Peg (they owned an orchard above the gallery). “When it first opened it had an art gallery combined with a pottery workshop,” said local historian Richard Smith. “Des built a gas fired kiln in the south half of the building where he threw pots on a wheel and fired his work. In later years his daughter Daphne (Flanagan) and son Chris also were potters there.” As the years went on, the pottery studio naturally became the family business. Des and Peg’s daughter and her husband, Daphne and Peter Flanagan, raised their two daughters in the building while working as full-time potters.
Collins’ response . . . from Page 6 The Mayor admits herself that she is not an expert on financial statements and accounting. With that in mind, is it not wise for her to rely on the expertise of her staff in advising her of the best course of action for her concerns? Should she not confer with her colleagues on council for their input? Having the District CFO conduct an audit would provide all the transparency council needs to have the confidence that we are allocating the budget wisely and appropriately if it is truly deemed necessary. And this would save taxpayers and an expensive audit fee. So far just past the half way mark the 5 year contract council has not felt the need to send the CFO over for an audit or pay for an audit. Why? The answer is quite simple, the total allocation of $65,000 (with annual inflation adjustment) for the entire year from the District simply does not come close to covering the annual cost of running the visitor centre and those funds primarily get allocated to staff labour costs and utilities for the building. So its very difficult to misallocate funds when you start with a substantial shortfall to begin with. We make up the difference in our budget with tourism provincial grant funding, gift shop sales and fundraising. Remember the Rubber Ducky Race?! In the presentation to council Tuesday morning (as you can see in the video recording) all of the councillors present expressed the sentiment that they are very pleased with the visitor centre operation and the progress we have made in not only providing an accredited Destination BC visitor centre to promote Peachland, but a well utilized community space used by many other service organizations and Peachlanders as well that we can enjoy and be proud of. It was only the Mayor who took it upon herself to start asking questions of a difficult nature, some of which were misinformed or inappropriate given the fee for service contract which clearly spells out the Chamber’s obligations to the District. It was my impression that her colleagues on council and her staff were not consulted about her concerns and just as surprised by her line of questioning. This is rogue behaviour, a Mayor going it alone and losing the confidence of her colleagues on council to conduct herself in a respectful and inclusive manner. This is not the first time councillors have walked out of a meeting, and I doubt it will be the last unless the Mayor starts to choose a very different approach. I don’t know how you effectively lead a council with such an approach, and accomplish what Peachland residents expect of their Mayor and Council. Madam Mayor, if you are listening I would suggest you take stock, and make a bold choice to conduct yourself like the Mayor you have the
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“We had a strong following there, and it was kind of hard to depart from that,” Peter said about selling the building in 2007. “But at the same time my mother and father in law who built the studio originally were getting on in years.” When the property was sold 10 years ago, it was expected to become a condo development. However, red tape and the financial downturn of 2008 made that plan impractical. For the past three summers though, it’s been in good hands with the Hubers. Gallery 97 opens for the summer on May 19 and runs until the end of September. The public is invited to the grand opening celebration on Sunday, June 4, when the gallery will be full of innovative artists and tasty food.
potential to be, starting with a more straight forward conciliatory and co-opeerative team building approach. Then you could be the one surprised for a change, but in a positive manner upon realizing that this approach produces far better results.
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PEACHLAND LIONS 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament - April 30, 2017 Summerland Golf & Country Club
More than 80 golfers participated in the tournament and then enjoyed a delicious Baron of Beef buffet, while the evening was MC’d by the Peachland Lions Club President, Gary Brooks. Two video presentations were enjoyed:
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• CAMP WINFIELD by Rick Harker, followed by a cheque presentation of $8800, donated by the Peachland Lions. • PEACHLAND PIER PROJECT by Eldon Kerbes. $5200 was donated.
Early Bird Winner: Patrick Van Minsel - winnings were donated to the Peachland Pier Project. The winning team was comprised of Kevin Cheale, Michael Craddock, Dean Larson, Brendan Gojevic. We hope to see you all out again for the 20th Annual event. Mark April 29, 2018 on your calendar and remember to tell all your friends and register early.
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Local Events & Activities SPRING FLING April 15th to May 21st. The Peachland Art Gallery presents local artists Annabel Stanley and Sue Hall. This is an exciting exhibition featuring a collection of life-size Natural Fibre Art & Sculpture. Gallery open Tues. - Sat. 9-4pm. Sundays 10-4pm Peachland Players presents Drinking Habits at the 4th St Place, Peachland on May 10, 11, 12, 13 at 8 pm and on May 13 & 14 at 2 pm (matinee). Adults $15; Students $10. Tickets available at Peachland Pharmacy, The UPS Store in West Kelowna, or at the door (if still available).
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on Thursday, May 18th, 7:00-9:30 pm. Meet at Todd Road and Beach Avenue for a 1 km easy walk on the Bat Interpretive Trail with Biologist Tanya Luszcz. Afterwards drive to the Visitor Centre to view the new display, refreshments and count the bats as they exit the attic to forage. $5.00 donation appreciated. For
7:00-9:00 pm, Peachland Little Schoolhouse. Guest teacher, Swami Satyananda from Yasodhara Ashram. Cost: $30. Registration: Kymandalu 250-826-0230 kymandalu.b@yasodharayoga.org. Learn yogic practices to help you still your mind and bring more relaxation into your day.
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The Peachland Wellness Centre, Baby Friendly Café presents May the Force Be With You, sharing how we can increase the healing forces within you and your baby! May 30, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at 4426 5th Street.
The Peachland Wellness Centre, Wellness Circle presents Martha Lewis, a lawyer with the BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support. She will speak on the services seniors are entitled to in the area of Canada 150 Pancake Breakfast - Sunday May 21, 8:00- healthcare, housing, transportation, employment 11:30 am at the 50+ Centre. Adults $5 | Children 6-11 insurance and welfare benefits. May 24, 10:00 am to years $3 & under 5 years FREE. Noon at 4426 5th Street. Peachland Ambassadors present the Mother’s Day 50+ Activity Centre presents Othello Hope Bus Trip Tea and Fashion Show at the Peachland Recreation on Friday June 2 - 8:30 am -5:30 pm. Limited tickets. Centre on May 14, 2017 from 1-3 pm. Candidates will be Purchase deadline is May 24. Members: $23; Nonpresenting personal speeches. Door Prize. $5/person. members: $25. Call 250-767-9133 to book a seat. Go Batty in Peachland - A Meadowlark Festival Event Stilling the Mind Workshop - Friday May 26, 2017, MONDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am-8 pm, Community Centre
MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE 9:30 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
YOGA (RESTORATIVE) 8 am, 50+ Activity Centre
CARPET BOWLING 10 am, 50+ Activity Ctre
INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre
COMPUTER LITERACY 10 am-12, Peachland Wellness Centre by appt. 250-767-0141
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 9:05-11:05 am, Community Centre TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place LADIES MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 10-11 Peachland Wellness Centre MEDITATION GROUP 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
BABY FRIENDLY CAFÉ 1112:30 pm, every 2nd and last Tuesday, Peachland Wellness Centre CHAIR FITNESS 11-11:45 am, 4th Street Place AA 12-1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3pm, Community Centre
TAI CHI noon, 50+ Activity Centre
MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre
NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING 1pm, 50+ Activity Centre
MAHJONG 1-4 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
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YOUTH DROP-IN 3:30-8 pm, Peachland Youth Centre, Grades 7+
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BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DROP-IN & OPEN GYM (ages 9-12) 3-8 pm, Pick up available at Peachland Elementary School
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PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5+) 3-5 pm, Community Ctre SPIN, CORE & STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre KARATE CLASS 6-7 pm, at the Little Schoolhouse. VINYASA YOGA FLOW 6-7 pm, Community Centre YOUTH BOXING CLUB 6-8 pm, 4th St Place
ZUMBA 5:15-6:15 pm, 4th St Place PEACHLAND SPARKS AND BROWNIES 5:45-7 pm, Community Centre WEDNESDAYS
WOODCARVING 7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
FITNESS ROOM 8 am-8 pm, Community Centre
LATIN GROOVE DANCE 7:30pm -8:30 pm, Community Centre
GENTLE STRETCH 11:00 -11:45 am 4th Street Place
TUESDAYS
INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre
FITNESS ROOM 8am-8pm, Community Centre FLOW YOGA 9-10 am, 4th Street Place CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs) 9:30-11:30 am community centre
PICKLEBALL (1.02.75+) 9:05-11:05 am, Community Centre YOGA (BASIC BEGINNERS) 8 am, 50+ Activity Centre
50+ FITNESS 9:15 am, 50+ Activity Centre
YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) 8am, 50+ Activity Ctre
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:3010:30 am, 4th Street Place
TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 10 am, United Church Hall Hosted. No Beginners.
ENERGY WELLNESS 3rd Wed of the month 10-11 am - Peachland Wellness Centre
PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am-3 pm Bargain Bin.
WELLNESS CIRCLE 10 am-12 2nd & 4th Wed - Peachland Wellness Centre DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10-noon every 3rd Wednesday Peachland Wellness Centre SUNSHINE SINGERS 1:15 to 2:15 pm Peachland Wellness Centre PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-12 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre. Wkly. IRON & SILK 10:45 am, 50+ Activity Centre
Spring Youth Conditioning for youth ages 13-16 on Thursdays from April 27 - May 25, 5:30 - 6:30 pm at the Peachland Boys and Girls Club & Youth Centre (5684 Beach Ave). Bring a water bottle, runners, and athletic clothing. Cost $12 for 6 sessions or $5 for drop-in. Instructor is Carla Miller. Pre-register to save your spot! 250-767-2515 or email peachland@obgc.ca. Watch for Diabetes Canada door-to-door residential fundraising for research campaign. Month of May.
VINYASA YOGA FLOW 5:306:30 pm, Community Centre
THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10:3011:30 am, 4th Street Place
MEAT DRAW 3-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB HEALTHY TEENS (ages 13+) 4 -7 pm
YOGA (BEGINNERS) 10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS Drop In (ages 6-12) 1 -4 pm Youth Zone (ages 13+) 4 - 8 pm
PICKLEBALL (ALL PLAY) 5:45-7:45 pm Community Centre BINGO 6:45 pm (doors open 5:30 pm), 50+ Activity Centre FRIDAYS
CHAIR FITNESS 11-11:45 am, 4th Street Place
FITNESS ROOM 8 am-6 pm, Community Centre
ROTARY CLUB OF PEACHLAND 12-1:30 pm, Gasthaus Restaurant. Everyone welcome. AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre UKULELE (BEGINNER) 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre 50+ FITNESS 9 am, 50+ Activity Centre FLOW YOGA 9-10 am, 4th Street Place
CHESS 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3 pm, Community Centre
CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, Community Centre
AFTERNOON BRIDGE 1:30-3:30 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
MEAT DRAW 4-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69
PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am-3 pm Bargain Bin.
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DINNER NIGHT (ages 9-12) 4-7:30 pm
TOTAL BODY BLAST 5:306:30 pm, Community Centre
MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 10 - noon, Peachland Wellness Centre
SPIN, CORE & STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre WRITERS UNBLOCKED Second Wednesday of the Month, 6:30 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre CLOG DANCING 6-7 pm 50+ Activity Centre KARATE CLASS 6-7 pm, at the Little Schoolhouse. LIONS DEN MEETING 7 pm. 2nd week and 4th week: 4440 5th St. Contact: Gary 250-767-3491 CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP 7 pm, Peachland Museum THURSDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am-8 pm, Community Centre
ART CLUB 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre LADIES CRIB 1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre
SUNDAYS
MAHJONG 1-4 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
BREAKFAST 8-11 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre LEGO TIME 3-4 pm, Peachland Library. Open to all ages BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DROP IN (ages 9-12) 4-8 pm, SATURDAYS CARPET BOWLING 10 am, 50+ Activity Ctre PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am-3 pm Bargain Bin. ARTISAN MARKET 10 am-3 pm bi-weekly 14 artisans and Wineries at the Peachland Visitors Ctre
PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10 am, United Church ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE 10 am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank PEACHLAND BAPTIST SERVICE 10:30 am service fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave. UKULELE 1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre MEAT DRAW 2-4 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69
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Grace Lutheran Church 1162 Hudson Road West Kelowna, B.C. 250-769-5685
4421 4th 4th Street 4421 Street
250-767-2206 “Let Us Worship Together”
Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Morning
Sunday Services
9:30 a.m. Study, Coffee & Conversation
Service 9 a.m.
Office Hours 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Monday to Friday
Contemporary Worship Traditional Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 thru to Grade 6 www.gracelutherankelowna.com We are wheelchair accessible
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Sunday Worship 2pm with Pastor Don McMillan For more information call John 250-767-2221 Don McMillan 250-300-1642
Rev. Robin Graves 4th Street & Brandon Ave
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4464 4th Street (St. Margaret’s Anglican Church building)
Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Sermon: POTS Pastor:CRACKED Ian McLean
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A New Year at the PWC programming Wellness Center LOUISE MCINTOSH
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of the Board of Directors, the PWC’s Annual Report and 2016 Unaudited Financial Statements were presented and approved by the attending members. Also, revisions to the PWC’s Constitution and Bylaws were presented and approved. These revisions were necessitated by changes to the B.C. Society’s Act, which came into effect on November 28, 2016. As a not-for-profit organization under this legislation, the PWC was required to make changes to its Constitution and Bylaws to comply with the Act. Societies in B.C. have until 2018 to make the necessary changes, but we are ahead of the game and ready to proceed with our revised Constitution and Bylaws. The Minutes of the AGM, the Constitution and Bylaws, and the 2016 Annual Report are all available for public perusal by contacting the PWC. We are off to a positive start of the 2017/18 year with our returning Board members and our new Directors. We offer many programs and services at the PWC and welcome volunteers and members alike. For more information, contact the PWC.
On Saturday, April 22, 2017 the Peachland Wellness Center (PWC) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM). One of the items on the agenda was the election/selection of the Executive Board of Directors, who will oversee the work of the PWC for the 2017/2018 term. We are very pleased to see some familiar faces and to welcome some new members to our Board. Susan Haglund will continue for another term as our fearless leader and President, Lynn Malinsky is back again as Susan’s second-in command, or Vice-President, Dawna Reinhart will serve another term as exacting Treasurer, and Louise McIntosh also returns for another term, this time as Secretary. In addition, we welcome back former Directors Bill Dupuis, Jane Tench, and Kathy Sawchuk. We are more than happy to welcome two new Directors to our Board, Orysya Fetterly and Adrianna Knuth. In the coming months, we will feature each of our Directors individually with a short biography. Black Version Pantone Version Pantone=195C C=0 M=0 Y=0 K=100 In addition to the selection CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPER
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The Peachland Wellness Centre offers programs and services for people of all ages in the community. One such program that has been in the works for some time and is now being offered is a Meditation Group. It is known that meditation is “good for you”. But what are the benefits? Research reveals that the practice of meditation gives the body deep rest that is deeper than the rest from sleep. Regular meditation builds up deep rest in the body over time, and it is that deepening reservoir of rest that reduces stress and results in the many benefits of meditation. Stress accounts for over 60% of doctor visits. Meditation has been proven to calm the mind, lower blood pressure, cholesterol and the risk of heart disease and stroke. It can help relieve stress, depression, insomnia, sleeplessness, anxiety and worry and can increase productivity, learning, happiness, well being and inner peace. People who regularly meditate report having more mindfulness and deeper transcendence from inner peace meditation and that it’s easy to learn! The Meditation Group is every Monday morning from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Group will host guid-
ed meditations including some sessions led by Lorna Richard who will guide the group and focus on different methods of meditation, guided meditation sessions and self help techniques. This is your invitation to join our Meditation Group! Another program that reaches out to families is the Baby Friendly Café. The Cafe offers support and emotional wellness through open dialogue, conversation, and education. The program encourages and concentrates on the benefits of breast feeding as well as healthy nutritional alternatives. We embrace and support emotional needs while promoting positive choices for parents. Individual input, as well as group input will offer families the tools needed to get through their day to day challenges. Join us every second and last Tuesday of the month at 11:00 am. We offer a variety of topics for discussion with informed facilitators and interesting speakers. Enjoy a refreshment and a nutritional snack while we form lasting friendships. Support, encouragement, and discussion can help make a difference with the day to day challenges of parenthood. Come and join us!
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The complaint about a bylaw officer, detailed in a letter on Page 4, seems to be a matter of perspective. In the testimony of Debbie Hostyn, a bylaw officer was being overzealous by telling an elderly couple they couldn’t sit at a public bench along Beach Avenue because they were with a dog. But Corine Gain, director of planning and development services, says those are the rules and the same issue comes up every year. She said restricting dogs from some public beaches and designating them at others is a matter of health and safety. Gain would have preferred those concerns be shared with the District rather than the media, but nonetheless, she said Hostyn is invited to have a conversation with her about District policies.
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Friendly reminder that the liquid coming our of the local taps is still water. But as appetizing as it may look, do not drink it unless it’s been properly boiled. Visit peachland. ca/turbidity-index for upto-date measurements on water quality. Pictured are two wine glasses, one was filled with tap water and the other contains clean water.
May 8, 2017 For immediate release.
PRESS RELEASE THE PEACHLAND WATERSHED PROTECTION ALLIANCE
May 8th, 2017 - For Immediate Release
PRESS RELEASE PEACHLAND WATERSHED PROTECTION ALLIANCE
How long should Peachlanders be expected to tolerate the dirty water advisory?
How long should Peachlanders be expected to tolerate the dirty water advisory?
for3rd some two residents gathered to to address their concerns about the plan to renewed logOn May 3rd this was the topic On May this was thedozen topic forPeachland some two dozen Peachland residents gathered gingthe in ourplan Peachland and Trepanier watersheds and the increasing number address their concerns about to renewed logging in our Peachland and of water quality advisory notices. Trepanier watersheds and While the increasing number of water quality advisory notices. licenses to log are issued by the Provincial government, local elected councils have authority over watersheds, water quality, road CONTRIBUTED
accesses, hauling limits and wildlife habitat. These foregoing issues can be regulated by the community and municipality. STEADY SHE GOES – Thanks to the Smit family for notching four more squares While licenses to off log are issued by the Provincial government, local elected councils
of the giant mosaic at the Peachland Art Gallery. To celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, Currently,water the Peachland Council reviewing submissions of Forestry Stewardship Plan Referrals from Tolko Interior Woodlands, Gormans, have authority over watersheds, quality, roadis accesses, hauling limits and wildlife and West Bank First Nations, amongst others, to operate within the Peachland Watersheds. the local arts council is inviting the public to paint 6,048 squares and complete the habitat. These foregoing issues can be regulated by the community and municipality. mosaic of historic Peachland. If it’s finished before the end of 2017, Guinness Book of Clearly, the poor forestry management and the consequences of the vast clear cutting throughout the province, including the borders surWorld Records will declare it as having employed the most contributors to a single rounding our community, forced us to take immediate action to prevent further destruction and abuse of our watersheds, our water quality paint-by-numbers piece. and our recreational backyard. Currently, the Peachland Council is reviewing submissions of Forestry Stewardship To this end,Woodlands, the local residents present at this meeting form aNations, group and to call it the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance Plan Referrals from Tolko Interior Gormans, and Westdecided BanktoFirst the intent to join efforts with other watershed aware communities. With the objective of enhancing awareness and understanding of amongst others, to operatewith within the Peachland Watersheds. the key issues, an action list was drawn up.
Clearly, the poor forestry management consequences vast clear cutting The first organized event is a “Walk and Talk” to see Road, the impact The first organizedand eventthe is a “Walk and Talk” to seeof thethe impact of the existing logging road-construction along Munroe Forestry the of the existing subsequentthe mudborders slide and its effect on our water loggingus road-construction along Munroe Forestry Road, the subsequent mud slide an throughout the province, including surrounding ourreservoir. community, forced to its effect on our water reservoir. This hike is scheduled for: take immediate action to prevent destruction andMay abuse of our watersheds, our at the old Trautman Garraway Mill site This hikefurther is scheduled for: Thursday 18 – 10:30-Noon, rain or shine, meet May Sutton 18 – 10:30-Noon, rain or shine, meet at the old Trautman Garraway M 5400 McDougald Rd & Princeton Avenue,Thursday Led by Cory 250-767-7770 water quality and our recreational backyard. site, 5400 McDougald Rd & Princeton Ave. Led by Cory Sutton 250-767-7770
To this end, the local residents present at thisalso meeting decided to form aJUNE group and to We have declared SATURDAY 17th call it the Peachland WatershedPeachland Protection Alliance with the intent to join efforts Watershed Awareness Field Daywith other watershed aware communities .With the objective of enhancing awareness and Join us from 9am-10am for refreshments and information at the Peachland Riding Club, understanding of the key issues, an action listregister was for drawn up.and Talk” Series. On that day we will be 5380 Princeton Ave and our ”Walk
hosting a variety of organized group outings including, guided walks, hikes, mountain bike and dirt bike excursions, ATV and horseback rides to tour the watershed and view firsthand the beauty of our back country, the immediate threat from the logging industry and the precarious state of our drinking water.
It was then agreed to hold a Community Information Meeting on
Tuesday June 6th at the 50+ Centre - 5672 Beach Ave, Peachland BC - 7-8pm
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for presentations & questions, 8-9pm for conversations, coffee & cake. A panel of knowledgeable residents and invited specialists will participate in this town meeting. The objective is to amplify awareness of the precarious position of our watershed, address the leading We have also declared SATURDAY JUNE 17 factors threatening it including: logging, road construction, pine beetle kill and cattle grazing.
Peachland Watershed Awareness Field Day
A special invitation is being extended to our Mayor and Council to join the community in building a united, formidable force to prevent further destruction of our trees, flora and fauna by the logging industry, as well as protectand ourinformation precious freshwaJoin us from 9am-10am forfiercely refreshments at the Peachland Riding Clu ter sources. Everyone is welcome! 5380 Princeton Ave and register for our ”Walk and Talk” Series. On that day we wil
be hosting a variety of organized group outings including, guided walks, hikes, mount
We invite you to enjoy the beauty of Peachland and walk the talk with Watershed Protection they bike andthe dirt Peachland bike excursions, ATV and horsebackAlliance rides toas tour the watershed and vie endeavour to promote the preservation and protection of all watersheds in the community and provide the assurance of a consisfirsthand the beauty of our back country, the immediate threat from the logging indust tent quantity and quality of water. This Alliance is also dedicated to ecosystem research, public education and sustainable rural and the precarious state of our drinking water. communities while encouraging the development of public forests in the Peachland and Trepanier watershed area according to site sensitive, ecologically based forestry practices. “While we can’t beat Mother Nature, we can certainly stop human intrusions which aggravate or ruin our environment” Joe Klein, Chairman.
It was then agreed to hold a Community Information Meeting on Tuesd June 6th at the 50+ Centre - 5672 Beach Ave, Peachland BC
Submitted by THE PEACHLAND WATERSHED PROTECTION ALLIANCE
7-8pm presentations for conversations, FOR MORE INFO CONTACT BY EMAIL: peachlandresassc@gmail.com • PHONE: 250for -767-6456 • MAIL: &POquestions, Box # 13248-9pm Peachland BC V0H 1X0 coffee & cake
A panel of knowledgeable residents and invited specialists will participate in this town meeting. The objective is to amplify awareness of the precarious position of our
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