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King’s Christian School graduates Roman Blain, Allyssa Chomechko, Derrelyn Courtoreille, Dominique deVos and Shelby Gulka listen intently to the speakers at the King’s Christian grad on June 8. This year’s graduating class was made up of 22 students.
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City to purchase land for intersection By lachlan labere observer sTAFF
What may be an awkward investment for some, represents a strategic purchase for the City of salmon Arm. Municipal council has given three readings to three motions related to purchasing property at 921 17th street sW – the narrow lot between the TransCanada Highway and 17th, across from buckerfield’s. one of the motions approved is for the short-term borrowing of $300,000, to go towards the total pur-
chase cost of $360,000. The remaining $60,000 would come from a reserve account. City administrator Carl bannister said the property is critical for the future construction of an intersection with traffic lights at the TCH and 20th street sW. The purchase will also help with the planned closure of 17th, and deal with a city storm sewer trespass issue. “And finally, we’re considering multiple options on the remainder of the property, including the potential
for community signage, potential for a tourism kiosk or rv pullout, and potential for resale of the remainder after this intersection is constructed, which is likely going to be a number of years into the future,” said bannister. Coun. Alan Harrison said the intersection with signals would improve traffic flow, and that he thought there’s a good chance the city would be able to recoup the purchase cost through the possible resale of portions of the property.
Name makes bylaw memorable Continued from front rie, stating it would add a little pizzazz to the bylaw. “I think it will maybe help catch the community’s interest and understanding of the bylaw,” said Harrison. “I understand Mr. MacQuarrie is all right with having his name attached to it. so that’s important. I don’t really have a problem. Most of our bylaws aren’t that attractive so most people probably won’t want their names on them.”
Coun. Ken Jamieson was of similar mind, stating he didn’t think anyone would be disgruntled about not having their names attached to bylaws or initiatives they’ve supported. After the amendment passed, council gave third reading to the bylaw. Harrison referred to two letters received by the city as the only opposition he had heard to the bylaw. but he said the writers may not have been clear on the bylaw’s intent, that it isn’t just about eliminating cigarette butts.
“In my mind, the biggest reason for this is so that we don’t have to breathe in second-hand smoke when we’re doing recreational activities,” said Harrison. Jamieson said the bylaw isn’t about tramping on people’s rights, and that there is “going to be ample room for everybody to enjoy the type of air they want to breathe.” Council also gave third reading to a related ticketing bylaw. Those caught smoking in a park or public place may be fined $100.
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