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Berry cannon bylaw of the gets muzzled again Summer Council divided on bird scare device restrictions Alex BUTLER Abbotsford News
The blasts of propane cannons on berry farms will continue as usual this summer, as council again could not find consensus on new regulations for the controversial devices. A proposed bylaw to largely limit the use of propane cannons in Abbotsford was denied provincial approval last month, and on Monday,
council couldn’t find internal agreement on a less stringent set of rules. Last year, council struggled to settle on an appropriate bylaw to regulate the audible bird scare devices, ending on a split vote for both a strict set of regulations and a revised and less severe set of rules. The city eventually decided to send the more strident version of the bylaw to the province for
approval, which aimed to shorten hours of use, lessen the number of shots allowed per hour, increase the distance between the devices and neighbouring homes, kennels and livestock, and levy fees for cannon use and fines for improper use. The use of propane cannons to scare birds from crops is protected by the provincial Right Continued on A3
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RANGE OF REACTIONS From doubtful to delighted over their carnival-style ride, this trio of youngsters were among thousands who turned out to enjoy the Berrybeat Festival in downtown Abbotsford last weekend. The 33rd annual event featured free, live musical entertainment, magicians, food and retail vendors, a bouncy house, rock climbing wall, mini golf and other activities. For more go online to abbynews.com and visit The News’ Flickr site.
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