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3 COMMUNITY EARNS TOP CIB MARKS

Hope receives Five Bloom award and special mention for its volunteerism

4 LOCAL MAN WINS LITERACY CONTEST

Peter Bailey was selected from a group of five finalists in B.C.

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Chilliwack Chiefs defenceman Evan MacEachern (right) fights for the puck during an exhibition game against the Coquitlam Express last Thursday at Hope Arena. The rec centre hosted a pre-game barbecue and street hockey prior to the puck drop. The Chiefs ended up wining the match 3-2. Regular season play kicks off this Saturday (Sept. 20) at Prospera Centre.

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Students in the Fraser-Cascade school district could be returning to class early next week if teachers accept a tentative agreement today to end the current strike.

Superintendent Karen Nelson said the district is awaiting further details on the ratification, but will do everything possible to open schools as soon as possible.

“Our maintenance department worked tirelessly over the summer in preparation for the opening of school,” she said. “We anticipate that

there will be some minor work to complete in some of our buildings, but for the most part our schools are ready to welcome students and staff.”

Mediator Vince Ready announced the breakthrough early Tuesday morning, after five days of talks at a Richmond hotel.

With a ratification vote of 40,000 union members expected today (Sept.

18), the province’s 60 school districts are attempting to return to regular classes next week after five weeks of full-scale strike action that began last June.

The BCTF executive has recommended its members accept the six-

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year agreement. President Jim Iker said it provides for “hundreds of new teachers” to address class size and special needs support as well as raises for regulator and substitute teachers and improved extended health benefits.

The agreement also includes “a mutually agreed process to address any future court decision,” with the government’s appeal of a B.C. Supreme Court decision on class size and teacher staff levels set to go to appeal in October.

Iker said one aspect of the union’s court victory in January is dealt with in the tentative agreement. A lumpsum payment to BCTF members for “retro-grievances” as a result of the

changes to working conditions will be made if the deal is ratified.

The six-year agreement is retroactive to the expiry of the earlier agreement last spring, with raises averaging just over one per cent per year.

Education Minister Peter Fassbender said a plan is being developed to make up missed instructional days, which could involve rescheduling Christmas holidays, spring break or adding days to the end of the school year.

Every student’s education will be “kept whole,” particularly senior high school students looking ahead to post-secondary studies, he said.

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Terry Fox run Sixty-one people participated in the annual Terry Fox run/ walk at Hope Airpark on Sunday, nearly doubling attendance from last year. The local event raised $2,235 for the Terry Fox Foundation, up from $1,663.50 in 2013. In addition to the five-kilometre loop around the airport, there was a paid barbecue, music and kids games.

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Hope earns Five Bloom award Kerrie-Ann Schoenit Hope Standard

Hope has received a Five Bloom award in the 2014 provincial Communities in Bloom competition.

The award was handed out over the weekend in Trail, with Hope’s Victor Smith and Bob Burrell being recognized with a special provincial Community Champion award. The local delegates also honoured Laurie and Elaine French for their volunteer contributions over the past seven years.

“We’re ecstatic that we won again,” said Victor Smith, chair of the Hope Communities in Bloom committee. “We never know and it’s always a surprise to us. It’s rewarding that the town has that wow factor.”

Judges Peter Crawshaw and Heather Doheny toured the community in July and made numerous stops including You Grow Aquaponics, Pioneer Cemetery, Kawkawa Lake park and Othello Tunnels. Fred Fan-

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Communities in Bloom volunteers Bob Burrell (left) and Victor Smith show off Hope’s new Five Bloom banner that was awarded over the weekend.

drich of Valley Helicopters also provided an aerial tour giving the judges an overview of the visual orientation of Hope.

The community was evaluated on its tidiness, environmental action, heritage conservation, urban forestry, landscape and floral displays. Hope managed

to boost its score in several areas from last year and received special mention for it’s volunteerism. Smith said one of the biggest improvements this year was the berm at Exit 170, which received new perennial planting and mulching. The judges specifically noted how impressed

they were with the amount of landscaping maintenance done by volunteers.

“Volunteerism is the rule in Hope. The hard work of many individuals, both volunteer and municipal, is clearly evident throughout the community,” they said. “We would also be remiss if we did not mention the generous hospitality shown to us by everyone while in Hope. If hospitality were a CIB category, Hope would get full marks.”

The judges suggested the committee give some consideration to how the local First Nation bands could have active involvement in the program. They also pointed out that a visit to the Nestlé Waters facility, waste water treatment plant and landfill transfer station would be a good addition to the tour in the future and be of value to the judges.

The local Communities in Bloom committee relied on about 50 volunteers to run the program this year, logging a total of 731 hours.

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ELECTION APPLICATIONS OFFICIALS: The District of Hope invites applications from individuals to act as Election Officials in the 2014 Local Government Election.

Election Officials are required at two Advance Polls on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 and Wednesday, November 12, 2014 and for General Voting Day, Saturday, November 15, 2014.

Election Officials will be required to attend a training session prior to the Election, and will be required to work the hours of 7:00 a.m. to approximately 9:00 p.m. Preference will be given to individuals with previous election experience.

Applications for Election Officials are available at the District Office, Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and must be submitted to the Chief or Deputy Chief Election Officer no later than 4:30 p.m. Friday, October 24, 2014.

The District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals under consideration will be notified.

SCRUTINEERS FOR ASSENT VOTING: On Saturday, November 15, 2014 qualified electors within the District of Hope will be voting on the following question: “Are you in favour of the District of Hope Council adopting District of Hope Size of Council Reduction Bylaw No. 1350, 2014, in order to reduce the size of Council from a Mayor and six (6) Councillors TO a Mayor and four (4) Councillors, effective for the 2018 Local Government Election?”

Scrutineers for and against the question must be appointed if applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question shown above are entitled to act as scrutineers. If sufficient applications are received, one scrutineer for and one scrutineer against the question will be appointed for each voting place. One scrutineer for and one scrutineer against the question will also be appointed to be present at the determination of the official results and, if necessary, at a judicial recount.

Applications to act as a scrutineer will be received by the Chief or Deputy Chief Election Officer at the District Office, during the period 8:30 am, Tuesday, September 30, 2014 to 4:30 pm, Friday, October 10, 2014 (office hours only).

Interested persons can obtain information on the requirements and procedures for making an application by contacting: Donna Bellingham, Chief Election Officer at dbellingham@hopec.a Heather Stevenson, Deputy Chief Election Officer at hstevenson@hope.ca District of Hope, PO Box 609, 325 Wallace Street, Hope, BC V0X 1L0

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couldn’t.”

While Bailey writes that his story does not have a happy ending, a feeling of hope punctuates its conclusion. He was able to create a life he loves, overcoming many of the challenges he and his father faced in the past.

“Happily married with two remarkable children, I work in social health,” he said. “I helped establish a literacy agency that provides services to the community…I am filled with

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Hope Rod and Gun Club is looking for volunteers to help with a shoreline cleanup next weekend.

The goal is to remove debris left behind from Fraser River anglers this summer before the water rises again.

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hope through the inspiration of those working in education who make a difference every day.”

Hope resident Deb Flynn was also selected as a finalist, and was present at the gala to accept her third place prize. Flynn was nominated for her community efforts to start her own book exchange, where community children can buy quality age-appropriate books with their own “money” – she has accepted clumps of pen-

nies, homemade paper money, IOUs, and even Canadian Tire money.

Organized by Decoda Literacy Solutions, the Literacy is Life campaign is a province-wide fundraising and awareness campaign designed to raise awareness of the importance of literacy, create a new, modern understanding of literacy and raise funds to ensure that communitybased literacy programs across British Columbia can support the people who depend on them.

don’t clean it up,” said event organizer Robin Alexander. “There’s paper, fishing line, bottles, cans, and packaging from the fishing lures left around.”

Cleanup will target six fishing areas along the Fraser River: Little Bar, Landstrom Bar, two bars near Camp Hope, and sites near Highway 1 exit 153 and exit 170.

The club will provide garbage bags and gloves, but volunteers

are asked to come prepared with good boots to walk on rocky areas, water to drink, food to eat and anything else needed for the day.

The group is meeting at McDonald’s on Sept. 27 at 9:30 p.m. before heading out. Maps of the local river areas will be provided.

For more information on the cleanup effort, contact Alexander at 604-869-9902.

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Hope resident Peter Bailey has won a province-wide literacy contest held by Decoda Literacy Solutions to raise awareness of the importance of British Columbia’s literacy needs.

Bailey’s win was announced at the Literacy is Life gala event held at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre last Wednesday.

He was selected from a group of five finalists from other B.C. communities.

Bailey submitted his entry to the Literacy is Life Letters Contest to show other British Columbians that literacy truly is an essential part of life.

“I was just inspired to tell my story,” he said.

Bailey, who wrote his entire entry on an iPhone, told an emotional and compelling story of living as a “child survivor of illiteracy.”

His father loved to read, but could not write. Bailey wrote of his difficult childhood where his father lost jobs when employers discovered he couldn’t read, or would resign when employers found out about the issue.

“The continued cycle of unemployment led to long periods of poverty,” he said in his entry. “He was raised to believe that a man’s role was to provide, and he

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The disparity in wealth between rich and poor is wider in B.C. than any other province, according to the findings of a left-leaning think tank.

The Broadbent Institute report found the richest 10 per cent of

B.C. residents held 56.2 per cent of financial assets, excluding pensions, while the poorest half of residents owned 3.1 per cent.

It said 2012 data from Statistics Canada shows the concentration of

wealth in the hands of the richest 10 per cent was most pronounced in B.C. Nationally, the richest tenth of Canadians hold 47.9 per cent of the wealth, while the bottom half hold 5.5 per cent.

Distribution of wealth was most equitable in the Atlantic region, where 31.7 per cent of assets are held by the wealthiest 10 per cent and the bottom half of the population hold 11.5 per cent.

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Fraser sockeye shun U.S. waters Jeff Nagel Black Press

A quirk of nature has handed B.C. commercial fishermen a huge catch of sockeye salmon this summer, while leaving their American counterparts almost empty handed.

Commercial fishing is winding down and the tally of the totes so far shows U.S. fishermen out of Washington State have caught barely 440,000 sockeye, a mere five per cent of the total Fraserbound catch as of Sept.

12. By comparison, Canadian seiners, gillnetters and trollers, as well as First Nations and sports anglers, have caught a combined 7.9 million sockeye. Americans had been allocated 1.8 million but haven’t come close to that quota because nearly all the Fraser sockeye have stayed out of U.S. waters by running down the east side of Vancouver Island via Johnstone Strait.

It’s not that the salmon have been patriotic about sticking to the all-Canadian migration route.

Pacific Salmon Commission chief biologist Mike Lapointe says warm ocean temperatures likely mean Fraser sockeye ranged further into the Gulf of Alaska and then, on their homeward migration, made landfall further north than usual up the B.C. coast.

A normal year sees Fraser sockeye flow more evenly around Vancouver Island, with significant numbers going down the west side where Americans can fish in Juan de Fuca Strait. But since early August more than 98 per cent have taken Johnstone Strait.

“It’s very unusual,” Lapointe said, adding it’s been hard on American fishermen because Fraser sockeye “just aren’t swimming through their waters.”

The closest U.S. boats can get to the Canadian fishing frenzy is the U.S. water off Point Roberts, where BC Ferries passengers near Tsawwassen have been able to spot American boats fishing steadily. Lapointe said unusual Fraser sockeye catches in southeast Alaska and off Haida Gwaii have been strong evidence of a more northerly landfall this year, with many more fish funnelled into Johnstone Strait. The total Fraser sockeye run size is estimated at 20.7 million this year – very

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Mike Armstrong, left, and Phil Eidsvik, haul in salmon, during a commercial fisheries opening for gillnettters on the Fraser River in mid-August.

close to the mid-range pre-season estimate.

Lapointe said dangerously warm river temperatures have cooled, returning sockeye appear to be in good shape and plenty of fish are reaching the spawning grounds – all factors that bode well for a good run in 2018.

He said an unusual number of returning sockeye have been caught with either lamprey eels sucking on them or evidence of lamprey marks,

but that doesn’t seem to have killed many.

Lampreys can survive in fresh water so “they can latch onto a sockeye in Georgia Strait and hang onto it and ride it right up the river.”

Unlike some recent years when the fleet was sidelined because the run was too small to fish, this year’s sockeye return – though short of a record – gave all groups of fishermen repeated openings.

Sockeye catch by the numbers T Purse seiners: 3,494,600 T Gillnetters - Johnstone Strait: 1,177,500 T Gillnetters - Fraser River: 1,375,000 T Trollers: 282,100 T First Nations - commercial: 551,900 T First Nations - food, social, ceremonial: 838,000 T Recreational: 174,400 T U.S. commercial (including First Nations): 442,800 T Test fisheries: 146,200

“This is the biggest run of the four-year cycle,” Lapointe said.

“In many ways it’s the one-in-four year opportunity these guys get.”

Some commercial sockeye fishing was allowed last year, when about four million salmon returned to the Fraser, after a shutdown in 2012.

Fishery managers are hopeful Fraser sockeye are gradually rebuilding since the disastrous 2009 run when just 1.6 million sockeye returned, triggering the Cohen Inquiry.

Lapointe said most fishing could end as soon as this week to protect weaker coho salmon stocks.

One stock that returned weaker than was hoped was the Cultus Lake sockeye, where fewer than 300 fish have come back.

“That’s definitely a concern,” Lapointe said.

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New technology a driving force We may think we need wearable technology – such as Google Glass or the new Apple Watch – and manufacturers would like us to think so, too.

But the last thing we need in this day and age of multiple distractions is something else to divert our attention from the responsibilities of operating a vehicle.

Most drivers would probably agree that erratic behaviour on the roads has not decreased over the past 20 years.

Indeed, it appears we are now paying the price for past leniency in what seems to have emerged as current norms of driving – unsignalled turns and lane changes, sudden swerves within lanes or into the line of oncoming traffic, unexpected decreases in speed and failure to respond to traffic signals.

Those who have ever wondered “what’s up with this guy?” have probably discovered more than once, on closer approach, a driver juggling the wheel and a cup of coffee; glancing down at a text message; or with a cellphone clutched to his or her ear.

Since they, clearly, don’t see themselves as part of a problem, it would be meaningless to tell them that, on average, 30 people a year die as a result of distracted driving in the Lower Mainland alone – and some 88 provincewide.

Similarly, it would probably mean little to those with such an undeveloped sense of self-preservation, that current police fines could bend their pocketbooks by $167 for distracted driving to $368 for driving without due care and attention.

So let these remarks be addressed to those of us who place a greater value on life. It’s time we demanded a much higher standard, and a much more stringent series of penalties for distracted driving that will anticipate the wave of new attention-grabbing technologies.

The B.C. Superintendent of Motor Vehicles believes that current regulations against using hand-held devices will also cover wearable technologies. He thinks continuing to monitor the situation is an adequate response.

We’re not betting on it. When human life is at stake, we suggest, we can’t afford to take an overly optimistic approach. While it would be nice to believe that all human beings will behave responsibly, given a new set of temptations, bitter experience demonstrates otherwise.

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Off to school, and back to court for BCTF B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher Now that a cease-fire has emerged from the latest round in the war for control of B.C.’s public school system, the next court battle is ready to proceed.

Lawyers for the provincial government and the B.C. Teachers’ Federation have filed their written submissions to the B.C. Court of Appeal. At issue is whether legislation removing union contract terms that dictated class size and teacher staff levels was a violation of members’ constitutional rights to freedom of association.

When B.C. Supreme Court justice Susan Griffin found that it was, the government changed legislation again. The same judge ordered

that struck down and the 2002 contract language reinstated retroactively for every contract since then, imposed or negotiated.

The government says that would create chaos as well as billions in expenses, pushing out full-day kindergarten and other allocations of space and money that have proceeded since union control was removed.

Griffin’s order is stayed pending this appeal. If you think the latest strike has been disruptive, you don’t want to see what this judge’s vision would look like.

Government lawyers argue that the BCTF’s constitutional right claim is “wrong in law” and amounts to a veto that blocks the province’s ability to legislate in response to changing conditions.

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of the union without violating [the Charter of Rights and Freedoms],” the government’s submission says.

“On the BCTF’s theory, collective agreement entitlements become constitutionally protected in perpetuity.”

What that would mean to voters is when they throw out an NDP government that handed the keys to the treasury to public sector unions, the unions can veto that too. And when mandated minimum teacher-librarians sitting in rooms full of paper books become the equivalent of buggy whip weavers, they must remain as long as the union wants.

BCTF’s lawyers submit that the government is wrong in fact as well as law. Its arguments are technical, dwelling particularly on the fact that the government didn’t appeal Griffin’s first ruling.

For instance, there have actually been two negotiated deals since

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2002. The one in 2006 provided five years of raises and a bonus to get the government past the 2010 Olympics, and in 2012 there was a pre-election truce negotiated with the help of mediator Charles Jago.

The government argues that reimposing 2002 conditions would overturn other contracts that were agreed to by the BCTF. BCTF’s lawyers say, in effect, the deleted terms covering working conditions weren’t there to negotiate.

The Coalition of B.C. Businesses has entered the case as an intervener, arguing for the supremacy of elected governments when providing public services.

Its submission notes that unlike private disputes, the right to strike is often curtailed in the public sector, and sometimes eliminated as in the case of police and health care.

“When critical aspects of public policy are jeopardized by employee demands, those aspects could be

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legislated; where a fiscal downturn or inflationary pressures required austerity measures, they could be implemented through legislation; where strikes jeopardize important public services, the legislature could pass back-to-work legislation, and so on.”

It’s been obvious for many years that the BCTF doesn’t function like a normal union, and isn’t much interested in starting to do so.

Its leadership sees itself as an agent of “social justice,” a belief demonstrated by its promotion of flawed poverty statistics and pronouncements on everything from U.S. labour law to conflict in the Middle East.

Its decades-old instruction to government is blunt: raise taxes and give us the money.

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Garbage remains an attractant for bears In the last three weeks, Hope has seen an increase in bear calls to the Conservation Officer Service because of bears going through garbage.

A mother bear with two cubs has been spotted numerous times around Thacker Marsh and the Coquihalla River and a black bear and a cinnamon-coloured black bear have been seen many times between Kawkawa Lake and 6th Avenue.

At this time of year, bears enter the hyperphagia stage, which means they have to eat 20,000 calories a day in order to fatten up to survive hibernation. This equals to about 40 hamburgers a day.

Natural food is still available at this time of year, including some blackberries, Mountain Ash, fish in the Fraser

River and some fish in the Coquihalla River. While bears are moving around to find natural food, they will gladly go through garbage cans which have been carelessly put at the curb the night before pick-up or even left out for the whole week.

If a bear has gone into garbage once, they will come back for more. This will very quickly put them at risk of being shot, since they have become a danger to the public at this point. One garbage can put out the night before pick-up can make an otherwise clean neighborhood unsafe for everyone, including the bears. The same can be said about unpicked fruit trees or bird feeders or any other bear attractant.

We can not say this often enough:

please lock your garbage securely in a garage or shed until the morning of pick-up. Freeze smelly items and add them to the garbage the morning of pick-up.

Pick all fallen fruit every day and pick ripe fruit as soon as possible. If you need help with picking, please call me at 604860-4558 and volunteers will come and help with picking the fruit. Part of this fruit will be donated to local charities like the food bank. Take your bird feeders down and don’t start feeding birds until about mid-November.

If you have had problems with bears in your compost, there are very good indoor worm composters available.

The Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee has been working closely

together with the Conservation Officer Service of the Chilliwack area to reduce human-bear conflicts.

The Conservation Officer Service is making the public aware that anyone leaving attractants available for dangerous wildlife can be subject to a fine of $230 under the wildlife Act. If you encounter a threatening bear or a bear that is going through garbage, call the RAPP line immediately at 1-877-952-7277.

For more information about bears and bear attractants, check out our website at www.hopemountain.org or like us on our Facebook page to get updates and educational information.

Lydia Koot Chair, Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee

Campground should be better monitored Letter sent to Manning Park staff: I am writing to express my disgust with the management of Manning Park campgrounds this past weekend. I was camped at a site in the Lightning Lakes loop on Friday and Saturday night – Sept. 12-13. We were a party of four. Across the way a wedding party had booked several sites and they were about 100 feet through the trees from our tents.

As you know, on Friday night the wedding party got loud and drunk with stereos cranked and car horns honking, well past the noise cut-off time of 10:30 p.m. On and on it went until at least 2 a.m.

We kept waiting for a park ranger to come

in and shut them down – and evict them. They were that loud and they kept it up that long that eviction was to be expected.

Based on my experience in similar provincial campgrounds in Ontario, these people should have been evicted by midnight on Friday. If they were too drunk to leave, then your head ranger should have been parked at their sites at 7 a.m. the next morning to watch them pack up and escort them out of the park.

What happened?

Nothing.

Your staff had to know about this. And you had to know the wedding was to take place on Saturday and that another night of partying was

only a few hours away.

And Saturday night proved to be worse by a factor of three.

It’s hard to describe the noise and swearing that went on.

Where was Manning Park staff ? Nowhere to be found. No park manager. No ranger. Nothing. No response.

We stopped the guy selling wood around 10 p.m. and asked him about shutting down the party. He said the night security would be around shortly and they would be quiet by 11 p.m. and shut down by 11:30 p.m.

What happened?

Nothing.

Seven hours of drunken garbage wafting through the trees like the stink of an outhouse.

Several times over the course of the night we heard other campers confront the partiers and demand they put a lid on it. These campers were shouted at and at one point I thought one of the other campers was going to get his head kicked in. It really was that ugly.

Why should someone coming to a provincial park with his family be forced into a potentially violent confrontation with a bunch of drunken people in the middle of the night?

What this demonstrates is a complete lack of respect for your customers. To allow this two nights in a row shows that you don’t care if people enjoy their stay or not. We paid $70 for the privilege of ex-

periencing this level of service from your ranger staff that weekend.

Every camper with a site within 100 metres of the partiers should be contacted by your staff and given an apology, an explanation for your lack of response and a full refund.

This whole situation

is especially frustrating seeing that the parks in this province are mine, too. Your management team has been contracted to take care of this park on behalf of everyone in B.C. And this is how you do it? To allow this to happen in a B.C. park in 2014 is a joke.

Gerry Giroux

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Disappointed by MLA’s efforts What does our health care actually cover?

This was my situation a little while ago. My wife was transported to Royal Columbian Hospital intensive care unit. I had used all my money to travel back and forth from Hope to New Westminster to be with my wife during her last few days.

On Aug. 4, I stopped by my MLA’s office to see if he could help me in any way after I had left three messages for him to get ahold of me with no success. At his office, I was told that he did not get any of my messages. I

told him that I only had less than half a tank of gas left and only 29 cents in my bank account. He made a couple phone calls, one of which was to a social worker at Royal Columbian. After waiting for her return call, my MLA informed me he had to leave the office.

At this point, I lost my “cool” and went back to the vehicle to “cool down.” After sitting in my vehicle for about 15 minutes, his assistant came out and gave me a piece of paper that had a schedule of the transit system from Langley to Royal Columbian Hospital,

which cost $4 one way.

When I got to the hospital, the social worker told me that the doctor wanted to talk to me, as my wife and I had talked about what each should do if either one ended up on life support.

The doctor and I decided that it was time to end her life support, which I watched being done later on that night.

I am a 73-year-old senior who is very angry about the way our MLA handled my case. I got the impression he wasn’t interested in talking to me at all.

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Great Brigade Days weekend this year promise to get involved again. A number of people said why did you not do this or that, but didn’t volunteer.

Also, what was with all the security? There were at least 12 guards all over the park for three

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Coming through one of the most expensive forest fire seasons in the province’s history, the B.C. government is being asked to renew its fund for local governments to create safe zones around their communities.

A resolution to extend wildfire prevention funding tops the list for the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention, set for Sept. 22-26 in Whistler. It was sponsored by the OkanaganSimilkameen Regional District, where fire crews are battling the latest major forest fire near Princeton.

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fire prevention fund was established 10 years ago in the wake of the damaging 2003 fire season, with $37 million for a cost-sharing program.

Another $25 million was provided in 2011 and that money has all been committed for local forest fuel management projects.

The B.C. government estimates it will spend $350 million on wildfire control by the end of this season. That was exceeded in 2003 and in 2009, the most costly season for the province with $382 million spent.

Other resolutions given priority by the UBCM executive: • Langley City is calling on the province to

provide a cost recovery model for medical assistance calls to its fire rescue service. Nearly four out of five calls received are for medical assistance. In response to a previous request, the province told UBCM its local firefighters are not required to respond to medical calls.

• The City of Victoria wants to discuss the province’s changes to the Agricultural Land Commission. Nelson, Coldstream and the Central Kootenay Regional District have presented similar resolutions, calling for more consultation before changes are implemented.

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tral B.C. municipalities object to the province’s proposal to cap industrial tax rates for properties used in liquefied natural gas developments. The B.C. government has complained previously about high industrial taxes imposed on the forest products industry.

• The province’s new recycling regulations have prompted a resolution on behalf of small communities without recycling programs. The Fraser-Fort George Regional District is calling for recycling collection services to be offered wherever fees are being collected from retailers for packaging and printed paper products.

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Soaring civic pay criticized in provincial review

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From: 9:00 am on September 30, 2014 To: 4:00 pm on October 10, 2014 Excluding statutory holidays and weekends

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A review of municipal pay levels ordered by the province recommends the government act to help rein in rapidly escalating wages among unionized civic workers and some administrators.

The report by consultants Ernst & Young, released by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, was conducted as part of the province’s core review launched last year. It found unionized municipal workers received pay hikes totalling 38 per cent from 2001 to 2012 – twice as much as the 19 per cent in raises for unionized provincial government staff. Inflation over the same period was 23 per cent.

The report also notes several larger B.C. cities pay their chief administrators close to the $230,000 in pay and bonuses earned in 2011 by the average provincial government deputy minister, while that’s exceeded by city managers in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Abbotsford and Maple Ridge, as well as Metro Vancouver’s chief administrator.

The review didn’t consider whether city managers deserve the same pay as provincial deputy ministers, but said that should be investigated.

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generally “highly fragmented and inefficient,” the report observed, allowing unions to exploit their divisions.

“Unions can focus efforts on municipalities where outcomes are more likely to be favourable and use the resulting agreements to ratchet up increases in other municipalities.”

Metro Vancouver’s largest cities pulled out of the regional district’s joint bargaining arrangement in 2012 in favour of more local flexibility in negotiations.

“Without a coordinated response to organized labour, there is a real risk that unions can divide and conquer,” the report said.

The leak of the report to the CTF comes as municipal leaders prepare to gather in Whistler next week for the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention, where the province usually faces a barrage of funding requests.

Finance Minister Mike de Jong said in a statement the province has reached out to the cities via UBCM to explore practical tools and models that can help the entire public service deliver similar services at similar costs.

“We know many local governments are looking carefully at revenues and ideas for new revenue streams,” de Jong said. “They need to be looking equally closely at their expenditures.”

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with that year’s recession should be reviewed and updated to potentially serve as a broader philosophy extending across the public sector to municipalities, the review recommended.

“The government should do what is necessary to bring municipal government compensation into alignment over time, including financial levers if necessary.”

Canadian Taxpayers Federation B.C. director Jordan Bateman said he hopes city councils reform themselves and the province doesn’t need to take “extreme measures” like tying provincial grants to wage restraint.

“I would see that as a last resort,” he said.

The report suggested the province may find it harder to retain its own managers if cities pay more and Bateman said that makes the issue a legitimate concern for government.

“If municipal wages are going up fast and they’re grossly overpaying staff, it gets hard for the province to keep their employees in place,” he said.

Unlike limits on management pay imposed across the provincial government, local government compensation isn’t coordinated or regulated, the report said, and there’s no limit on what cities can decide to pay.

Collective bargaining by cities is

From: 9:00 am on September 30, 2014 To: 4:00 pm on October 10, 2014 Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents MUST be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30 pm on October 17, 2014

Nomination forms are available at: www.fvrd.bc.ca/newsevents&notices/elections Fraser Valley Regional District Corporate Office 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1N6 Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays and weekends, between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm

Rising ferry fares and declining traffic are costing the economy millions more than the revenues accruing to BC Ferries, according to a study prepared for discussion at this month’s local government convention.

Based on what it is calling the first ever “socio-economic” study of ferry use and costs, the Union of B.C. Municipalities executive is recommending the province reverse its November 2013 decision to continue raising ferry rates beyond the rate of inflation.

The report refers to passenger

declines of 20 to 40 per cent on northern routes, 10 to 20 per cent on minor routes and five to eight per cent on major routes.

The report finds that “ferry ridership declines run counter to the trend of transportation volume increases in most other modes of transport in B.C., including vehicle and air transport.”

The report estimates that if fare increases had been kept to the rate of inflation, passenger volumes would have grown by 19 per cent over the past decade, adding $2.3 billion to the province’s gross domestic product.

Transportation Minister Todd

Stone and previous ministers have argued that ridership declines have been seen on Interior ferries that charge no fares, and on other travel affected by rising fuel prices.

The UBCM executive wants the provincial government to take a “pause” in rate increases set by B.C. Ferry Commissioner Gord Macatee.

Current rate caps allow for maximum increases of four per cent this year and 3.9 per cent in 2015.

The UBCM membership will debate the report and recommendations at its annual convention in Whistler Sept. 24.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: x Canadian citizen; x 18 years of age or older on general voting day [November 15, 2014]; x resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and x not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

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Premier urged to accept aboriginal title B.C.-wide

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Aboriginal leaders opened their meeting with the provincial cabinet last Thursday by urging them to resume discussions to recognize aboriginal title instead of dragging out case after case in the courts.

Premier Christy Clark convened the special session in Vancouver after visiting the Nemiah Valley near Williams Lake, where the Tsilhqot’in Nation established title in a landmark ruling in June.

Clark signed a letter of understanding with the Tsilhqot’in to work on implementing the verdict of the Supreme Court of Canada ruling, the first to acknowledge title to a specific area of what was considered Crown land.

Grand Chief Stewart Phillip of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs told the gathering in Vancouver that Clark’s “public platitudes� echo those of former premier Gordon Campbell in 2009 when he proposed legislation to recognize title provincewide.

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In fact it was B.C. aboriginal leaders who voted the proposal down four months after it was pulled from the legislature on the eve of the 2009 B.C. election.

Grand Chief Ed John of the First Nations Summit recounted federal and provincial efforts to thwart land claims cases, from prohibiting aboriginal people from hiring lawyers in the 1920s to the tactics used in the 2007 Tsilhqot’in trial.

That trial ran for 339 days in B.C. Supreme

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The Fraser River estuary near Ladner. A new study says oil spill cleanup from the proposed $5.4-billion pipeline expansion could take up to five years.

beaver, otter and mink. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is assumed that some of these animals could be sufficiently oiled to cause death.â&#x20AC;?

A spill in winter is more likely to be contained within the river and pose less risk to wildlife, as many species, such as fish, arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t present or else are dormant. Kinder Morgan officials have said the new pipeline could be built with more frequent emergency shutoff valves or thicker steel near the Fraser River crossing, which would be horizontally drilled under the riverbed.

The study cautions that it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look at spill probability or take into account the various Trans Mountain prevention commitments that could reduce the likelihood or the size of an oil escape.

Georgia Strait Alliance executive director Christianne Wilhelmson said the recent Mount Polley mine tailings disaster shows unexpected failures can happen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have economic impacts, environmental impacts there that are going to take years to figure out and to heal,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a societal question as to

whether weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re willing to take the risk.â&#x20AC;?

Wilhelmson said the study demonstrates an oil spill could â&#x20AC;&#x153;devastateâ&#x20AC;? habitat and wildlife in Georgia Strait as well as B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important salmon river.

Richmond Coun. Harold Steves said Kinder Morgan should instead pipe the oil south from Abbotsford to Cherry Point, in Washington State, to avoid increased risk to the Fraser and conflicts such as its ongoing access dispute with the City of Burnaby. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is an oil port on our coast,â&#x20AC;? Steves said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It happens to be in the U.S., but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only 90 miles away.â&#x20AC;?

He said the City of Richmond is an intervenor in the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion application because it fears an oil terminal on the Fraser in Surrey is Kinder Morganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s backup plan, if the Massey Tunnel is replaced and the river is then dredged to accommodate bigger ships. Kinder Morgan also modeled a pipeline rupture near Hope, projecting oil could foul shorelines and vegetation as far as 100 kilometres downstream along the Fraser.

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A summer oil spill into the Fraser River in Surrey from Kinder Morganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trans Mountain pipeline would mostly be swept quickly downstream and into the Strait of Georgia, with some oil reaching the Gulf Islands.

That projection, filed by the company as part of the risk assessment for its proposed $5.4-billion pipeline expansion, estimates cleanup could take up to five years.

The study assumed a fullbore pipeline breach just downstream of the Port Mann Bridge releasing 1.25 million litres (more than 10,000 barrels) of diluted bitumen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The process of restoration and recovery could take anywhere from 12 months to five years,â&#x20AC;? it said.

Oil carried downstream out of the Fraser delta â&#x20AC;&#x153;is likely to disperse to the north or south in the straitâ&#x20AC;? and is â&#x20AC;&#x153;more likelyâ&#x20AC;? to reach Gulf Island shorelines on the opposite side of the Strait than to directly affect Sturgeon or Roberts banks.

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The study assumes the spilled oil will float until it strands on shorelines. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oil that enters salt marsh or reed bed areas may become trapped there. Although the physical effects of this oil on the vegetation may be low to medium, oil spill recovery effects may be equally damaging to the vegetation, as well as affecting habitat utilization by wildlife species.â&#x20AC;?

Ducks and geese would be at high risk of being harmed or killed, the study said, adding raptors, wading birds, shorebirds and swallows would face â&#x20AC;&#x153;mediumâ&#x20AC;? effects.

Mammals most at risk would be aquatic species like muskrat,

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DISTRICT OF HOPE 2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS

NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the District of Hope that nominations for the offices of: One Mayor and six Councillors for a 4-year term (December 2014 to December 2018), will be received by the Chief or Deputy Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: LOCATION: 325 Wallace Street, Hope, BC, V0X 1L0 DATE AND TIME: 9:00 am September 30, 2014 to 4:00 pm October 10, 2014 Excluding Statutory holidays and weekends NOTE: Time will be based on clock located within the Municipal Office.

Nomination documents are available at the District of Hope office effective September 8, 2014 during regular business hours from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Donna Bellingham, Chief Election Officer 604-869-5607, local 321 Heather Stevenson, Deputy Chief Election Officer 604-869-5607, local 312

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The rollout of the new Apple Watch has police and provincial officials monitoring whether B.C.’s distracted driving law is broad enough to bust drivers who use new wearable technology.

“We haven’t seen anyone using Google Glass or other wearable electronics yet, but I think it will only be a matter time before we start seeing it more frequently, especially as new products enter the market,” Delta Police Acting Sgt. Sarah Swallow said. “It will be something we need to monitor,” she said. “These things are only going to get more and more popular.”

Apple’s smart watch was unveiled Tuesday along with new iPhones and the device will allow users to read and send texts, among many other functions.

Swallow is concerned the use of smart watches may not be covered under the sections of B.C.’s distracted driving law that ban the use of handheld electronics.

“Something like a watch that is designed to be used on your wrist or Google Glass – they’re not designed as handheld electronic devices.”

There’s also a section of the law

“We will continue to monitor that bans drivers from using any electronic device, not just handheld the effectiveness of our legislation ones, to send or receive email or against these new technologies and texts, but that covers just two of the will make changes if needed,” MacLeod said. “We are obviously confunctions of the new gadgets.

Police can also use the Motor cerned about the development of Vehicle Act section against driv- any technology that could distract drivers from ing without due focusing on the care and attenroad and the tion but, unlike “We will continue to task of driving.” the distracted ICBC last driving law, of- monitor the eɈectiveness month blamed ficers must see crashes caused evidence of risky of our legislation ... and by distracted driving to issue will make changes if drivers as one the $368 fine needed. ” factor for a proand six penalty posed 5.2 per points. Police Sam MacLeod have long had cent increase that ability to in basic insurfine drivers who ance rates. On swerve while they adjust stereos, average, 30 people a year are killed juggle a hot cup of coffee or scold in distracted driving crashes in the children in the backseat, but the Lower Mainland, and 88 province$167 distracted driving fines have wide. been used much more frequently It’s the second leading cause of car fatalities after speed and now is since their 2010 introduction.

Sam MacLeod, B.C.’s Superinten- narrowly ahead of impaired drivdent of Motor Vehicles, said his of- ing. fice believes the current distracted “It’s still unfortunately all around driving law is broad enough to cap- us,” Swallow said. “It’s like impaired ture Google Glass or smart watches, driving was 20 years ago. It’s going but added the definition of prohib- to take a major mindset shift for ited devices could be expanded if people to put the phone down and realize this is a killer.” needed.

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The University of the Fraser Valley continues to celebrate its 40th anniversary year with several community events in September and October.

Since starting out as Fraser Valley College, holding classes in storefronts and church basements 40 years ago, UFV has grown into a multi-campus university serving more than 15,000 students annually.

The fall celebrations kicked off last Friday at the Chilliwack campus in Canada Education Park. The bluegrass and barbecue-themed event included live music, food vendors, a marketplace, kids play zone, and tours of the new Agriculture Centre of Excellence. The musical lineup featured Greenwood, Headwater, Viper Central, and The Paperboys.

On Saturday, it was UFV Day at the Chilliwack Corn Maze with a full-day of family fun and activities in celebration of the anniversary. Admission to the maze was by donation, with all proceeds going to UFV’s Changing Lives, Building Communities Endowment Scholarship.

UFV then hosted a 1970sinspired party yesterday (Sept 17) at the Abbotsford campus on King Road. There was a retro costume contest, live music, marketplace, kids zone and more. The band lineup included Taxmen (a Beatles tribute band), Lightning Dust, and the Boom Booms.

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UFV will also mark the 40th anniversary in Mission by teaming up with Mission Community Services for the annual Celebration of Light, at the Clarke Theatre at the UFV Mission campus at Heritage Park Centre on Oct. 21, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The celebration will include food, crafts, music, dance and lively entertainment from diverse cultures.

There will also be a photo booth and giant birthday cake! This is a free event but donations of non-perishable items for Mission Community Services Food Centre will be accepted.

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Dene singer opens Harrison Festival season Hailing from Yellowknife, N.W.T., singer/ songwriter Leela Gilday will be opening the Harrison Festival Society’s 26th season of performing arts on Oct. 4 Gilday’s passionate voice takes listeners on a musical journey where freedom and joy balance sorrow and injustice.

Her lyrics, reflective of her northern roots, embrace the essence of Dene (an aboriginal group of First Nations who live in the northern boreal and Arctic regions of Canada) life from an urban perspective.

“She really embodies her songs,” said Andy Hillhouse, Harrison Festival Society artistic director. “Her raw honesty and emotion resonates powerfully with the audience.”

Gilday strives for that connection with her audience and with each record brings more unique stories to the world. Whether it’s an anthem for the oppressed, or an upbeat song about mortality, she infuses her songs with a sense of humour as well as a sense of social justice, and an ironic appreciation of human folly.

“Her singing ranges from tender folk ballads, to R&B and gospel stylings, to chill-inducing chants inspired

by Dene song,” said Hillhouse.

Her four-piece band

original Achievement Awards Finale (2012, CTV).

Gilday’s performance at Harrison Memorial Hall starting at 8 p.m. is part of the CD release tour for her much anticipated fourth album, Heart of the People. Tracks from the album will be performed live with her full band and copies of the new CD will be available for purchase.

Tickets for Gilday are $22 and can be purchased online at www. harrisonfestival.com, by phone at 604-7963664 or in person at the Ranger Station Art Gallery in Harrison and Agassiz Shoppers Drug Mart on Pioneer Ave.

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When Daniel and Henrik Sedin walked out of Kent elementary’s library doors and into the playground on Saturday afternoon, the cheers could be heard from well down the block. The NHL superstars hadn’t announced their visit, as it was meant to be a small, intimate event to celebrate the opening of the new playground.

For some young fans, the celebration was too good to be true.

“I just can’t believe this,” one child said, running toward the playground. It’s hard to know whether his excitement was over the brand new play equipment, or the visiting Canucks.

Saturday marked the official launch of the Sedin Family Foundation, of which Agassiz and Mission are the first beneficiaries. The twins chose to kick off the foundation with two appearances in Agassiz, delighting fans of all ages at both Kent elementary and the new Kent Community Recreation and Cultural Centre.

They signed jerseys, mugged for photo ops, cut ribbons, and even managed to play a little shinny with some lucky Agassiz residents.

But the main reason for the visit was to promote the foundation. Earlier this year, an anonymous donor for the Kent playground project was announced, with a generous contribution of $50,000. That pushed the project to near completion, a task that may have otherwise taken years longer, through raffles

and other fundraising efforts.

By this weekend, those donors were no longer anonymous, and praise abounded for the Sedin families’ generosity.

“We were stunned and overwhelmed,” principal Stan Watchorn said, when they initially found out they were being paired with the Sedin family.

“It’s a blessing indeed.”

“This goes to show the type of people they are,” said school trustee Ron Johnstone. “They are great role models for our youth. It’s nice to see professional athletes be something other than professional athletes; they are community contributors.”

The Sedin Family Foundation was established to support children’s health and education with a focus on family wellness.

It’s mandate is to serve the entire province. It was launched as a way for the Sedins to thank the people of British Columbia for everything they have done for the two Canucks players and their families. It is funded primarily by the Sedins, with partners who help them have a greater impact on the community.

The visit to Agassiz also included a stop at the nearlyfinished Community Recreation and Cultural Centre. The foundation has donated to that project, as well, paying for the purchase of all the equipment in the gymnasium.

In return, the District of Kent is planting a tree in their honour on the grounds, and installing a plaque to commemorate the donation.

The centre is expected to

open at the end of this month.

Their final job while in town was to have some fun. Two teams were formed, with one Canuck on each side. A massive audience had gathered inside the gymnasium, and the room filled with cheers as each team scored. For local residents, it was the first chance to have a look inside the new facility.

When it all ended, a few lucky audience members were able to meet Daniel Sedin as he signed jerseys, hockey cards and other Canucks paraphernalia.

“We love living and playing hockey in Vancouver,” Henrik Sedin said.

“Johanna and I are very happy to help the kids and families of British Columbia through our new foundation.”

In addition to the Agassiz donations, they also helped out the Mission Possible Cycling Program in Mission by providing several new mountain bikes for that program. Several of the kids involved in Mission Possible had a chance to meet the Sedins at Kent elementary on Saturday as well.

The event at the elementary school included a free lunch from Agassiz Subway.

The project has had many other supporters, including Allenby’s, and Mountain Institution. A previously blank cement wall was painted over the course of three days by a Mountain inmate, under the watch of a prison guard. Allenby’s provided all the paints and supplies for that portion of the project.

For more information, contact info@sedinfamilyfoundation.org.

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hopebcalanon@gmail.com

Hope Al-Anon Group: Al-Anon supports friends and families of problem drinkers. Monday, Sept.

22 8 p.m. Fraser Canyon Hospital meeting room 1275 7th Ave. 604-869-7078

TUESDAY

Senior keep fit: This fitness class is designed for seniors, and uses weights and bands for strength training. Chairs are also used to support the

participant. This class has been ongoing for 15 years.

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. Golden Ager’s Hall 560 Douglas St. 604-869-8435 jilllast1@gmail.com

loss and lifelong health.

Weigh-in 5:30-6:50 p.m.

Meeting 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23. Anglican Church Hall 681 Fraser St. 604-869-2204 eyesee55@telus.net

Tops Meeting: Powerful support group for weight

Conversation Circles: If you’re learning English

and want to practice speaking with other people in a friendly, casual place, come join us for coffee!

There will be guided weekly discussions about Canadian culture, food, current events, and a variety of other topics.

Tuesday, Sept. 23 10:30

a.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca Boston Bar Library Storytime: Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime.

Children and caregivers

will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Tuesday, Sept. 23 2:30 a.m.

Boston Bar Library 47643 Old Boston Bar Rd. 604-867-8847 Continued on 18

DISTRICT OF HOPE 2014 TAX SALE

The following properties will be offered for sale by public auction at a Tax Sale to be held in the District of Hope Council Chambers, 325 Wallace Street, Hope, B.C. on Monday, September 29, 2014, at 10:00 a.m, unless the delinquent taxes owing are paid:

ROLL #

REG. #

UPSET PRICE

#1 - 63950 Old Yale Road Holiday Manufactured Home Park

MANUFACTURED HOMES

30300101

MH REG# 19166

$923.16

#2 - 63950 Old Yale Road Holiday Manufactured Home Park

30300201

MH REG# 38144

$3,038.62

#7 - 62010 Flood Hope Road Windmill Manufactured Home Park

31200701

MH REG# 19950

$844.65

#19 - 63071 Flood Hope Road Cedar's Manufactured Home Park

31501901

MH REG# 38821

$1,862.03

#37 - 63071 Flood Hope Road Cedar's Manufactured Home Park

31503701

MH REG# 45814

$2,054.46

#6 - 65367 Kawkawa Lake Road Crystal River Manufactured Home Park

34300601

MH REG# 14913

$2,825.51

#59 - 65367 Kawkawa Lake Road Crystal River Manufactured Home Park

34305901

MH REG# 15594

$922.45

#63 - 65367 Kawkawa Lake Road Crystal River Manufactured Home Park

34306301

MH REG# 28739

$1,079.81

#30 - 22885 Trans Canada Hwy Cariboo Trail Manufactured Home Park

36003001

MH REG# 35316

$1,419.19

ROLL #

PID #

UPSET PRICE

63580 Gagnon Place Lot 7, Plan 11806, Sec 5, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

LAND AND IMPROVEMENTS

197763580

009 456 023

$8,414.02

63683 Heather Avenue Lot 8, Plan 24987, Sec 5, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

201263683

005 749 247

$5,356.17

150 Old Hope Princeton Way Lot B, Plan 88017, District Lot 7, YDYD

204000150

027 753 557

$42,104.41

290 Robertson Crescent Lot 29, Plan 21328, District Lot 80, YDYD

204165576

007 521 146

$11,699.03

559 Fort Street Lot 20, Plan 740, Sec 9/10, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

206764807

012 116 955

$3,281.02

481 Rupert Street Lot B, Plan 18670, District Lot 14, YDYD

211064535

008 236 941

$8,683.78

300 Ferry Landing Place Lot 10, Plan 30120, District Lot 14, YDYD

211164339

004 060 016

$14,174.42

570 Thacker Avenue Lot 29, Plan 6046, District Lot 14, YDYD

211264634

010 220 372

$6,032.61

#32 - 20118 Beacon Road Strata Lot 32, Plan KAS3413, District Lot 11, YDYD

639120132

027 433 315

$6,884.09

817 Water Avenue Lot 1, Plan 47592, Sec 9, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

643020572

017 838 673

$84,066.04

645020439

005 058 325 005 058 333

$6,572.93

645020445

005 058 261 005 058 317

$4,596.65

645020453

005 058 309

$4,448.91

645020457

005 058 295

$2,088.01

3rd Avenue Lot 19, Plan 967, Sec 9, Twp 5, RG 26, W6M, YDYD Exc. Parc A on Plan A1147

645020459

005 058 287

$495.12

459 5th Avenue Lot 15, Plan 6064, Sec 16, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

647021004

010 230 114

$8,153.20

1205 6th Avenue Lot 5, Bk 1, Plan 6071, Sec 10, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

648620480

003 303 764

$5,604.64

585 6th Avenue Lot 7, Plan 3801, Sec 16, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

648620972

008 308 896

$11,821.16

21875 Union Bar Road Lot 3, Plan 60504, Sec 14, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD

657021875

023 948 485

$13,247.64

1040 3rd Avenue Lot 23/24, Plan 967, Sec 9, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD 3rd Avenue Lot 18/22, Plan 967, Sec 9, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD Exc. Parc A on Plan A1147 3rd Avenue Lot 21, Plan 967, Sec 9, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD 3rd Avenue Lot 20, Plan 967, Sec 9, Twp 5, Rg 26, W6M, YDYD Exc. Parc A on Plan A1147

To bid on a property you must have cash or a certi¿ed cheque in the amount of the upset price with you at the time of bidding. Properties sold at the tax sale may be redeemed by the owner up to September 29, 2015, in which case the tax sale purchase price, plus interest, will be returned to the purchaser. For more information, please contact the District of Hope Property Tax Department at (604) 869-5671.

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Hope Community Choir: Hope Community Choir is a mixed secular choir who sing for the sheer joy of

singing. Come and join us.

Tuesday, Sept. 23 7 p.m.

Hope United Church 310 Queen St. 604-869-8435 jilllast1@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY Little Reader’s Theatre: What’s even better than a storytime with puppets? Being able to play with those puppets. This interactive preschool storytime is just the ticket for playing with literacy.

Props, puppets and books are just part of the fun.

Wednesday, Sept. 24 9:30 a.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca

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Parent Child Mother Goose: Discover fun with rhymes, songs, and stories! This is an interactive program for babies 15 months and younger and caregivers. Mother Goose helps your baby learn speech and language skills. Healthy snacks are provided. Registration appreciated. Wednesday, Sept. 24 10:30 a.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 krushlow@fvrl.bc.ca

Delivering the paper gives Hannah & Jessica something they can do together

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Thanks to Panago for helping us honour our carriers.

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Weight Watchers: New Weight Watchers community meeting in Hope.

Wednesday, Sept. 24 5:30 p.m. Fraser Canyon Hospital 1275 7th Ave. 604-860-0202 pavukanton@gmail.com 9/14H_CM18

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Volunteers rake gravel on the new “Fort Trail” at Coquihalla River Park on Saturday, connecting Fort Street and Kawkawa Lake Bridge. Organized by Hope Mountain Centre and Tri-West Contracting, in collaboration with the District of Hope, the event attracted 26 adults and kids over two days. The 400-metre trail is now ready for hikers, bikes, and strollers. There will be more finishing touches added this fall, as the trail network is connected to a new bike skills park.

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Spiritual Economics: What is spiritual econom-

ics? Peter Dexter Quaw, Traditional Chief, MT, MBA, PhD International Business (in progress), will be on hand to answer that very question. Traditional indigenous economics is a holistic practice that engages a whole community and provides a quality way-of life for all its members. The essential underpinning is spiritualism that is embedded in all actions of the tribe’s members. Can we say the same for the communities we live in today? Chief Quaw holds the title of Traditional Chief of his tribe the Klheidli Dene in Prince George, B.C. He has worked for indigenous organizations, non-indigenous organizations and non-profit organizations at a local, provincial, national and international level. He also has worked for the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development as an economic expert.

Wednesday, Sept. 24 6:30 p.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca Yale Library : Come join us for discussion, coffee, sharing of seeds etc. and socialize! Wednesday, Sept. 24 7 p.m. Yale Library 65050 Albert St. 604-863-2279

THURSDAY Senior’s Coffee and Conversation: Join us for a cup of coffee, tea, and homemade treats. You’ll enjoy some interesting

and lively conversation.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Hope Library. No membership required, just stop on by. Thursday, Sept. 25 10:30 a.m.

Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca Knitting for Beginners: The perfect project to gear up for fall!

Chunky knit cowls are a great and quick knit for beginners and for winter gifting. The $55 class includes a gorgeous skein of chunky yarn, your own set of Japanese bamboo needles, cowl pattern and one hour of instruction to get you well on your way on your project! Thursday, Sept. 25 7 p.m. Wild Rabbit & Handmade 454 Wallace St. 604-860-9278 carli@wildrabbitflowers.ca

FRIDAY Tops Meeting: Powerful support group for weight loss and lifelong health.

Weigh-in 8:15-9:10 a.m.

Meeting 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Friday, Sept. 19. Anglican Church Hall 681 Fraser St. 604-869-0323 gramelapamela@yahoo. com

SATURDAY Nestlé Waters Canada Hope Community Open House: Come out and meet our team and learn more about our business by taking a

guided tour through our plant. The afternoon’s festivities will include a free barbecue and product sampling, water education, face-painting, a caricature artist and much more, including the opportunity to discuss good nutrition with registered dietitian and author, Karlene Karst.

Those participating in the tours must wear flat closed-toe shoes for their protection. Saturday, Sept. 20 12 p.m. 66700 Othello Rd. 1-888-565-1445, ext. 6441 john.challinor@waters. nestle.com

SUNDAY Happy Knit Group: Bring your knitting and share in the conversation about patterns and projects, ideas and yarns. Beginners and all abilities are welcome so head on down to the library to spend some time chatting with other knitters at this cozy fireside knitting circle. Sunday, Sept. 21 1:30 p.m.

604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca Mark Sullivan and Trio: Three-time Canadian Fiddle Champion and Grammy nominee returns to Christ Church.

For advance ticket sales contact Darla. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21 2 p.m. Christ Church National Historic Site 681 Fraser Ave. 604-869-5402 christchurch1861@yahoo. com

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Sports Choppers kick off season with new players Barry Stewart Hope Standard

BARRY STEWART / THE STANDARD

Tomas Chichoni of the Valley Choppers gets bodied off the ball by Kenroc’s Hans Kreitner in Chilliwack men’s soccer league action at Tzeachten field on Sept. 8. Chichoni, a Rotary exchange student from Argentina, scored the Choppers’ first goal but Kenroc went on to win 4-2. The Choppers, sponsored by Hope’s Valley Helicopters, have picked up five new players this season.

fall programs BRONZE STAR

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Hope’s Valley Choppers have kicked off their eighth season in the Chilliwack men’s soccer league, picking up at least five new players.

Last year, the club was helped by a visiting Spanish exchange teacher, Javier Sanchez, who led the team in scoring until he went back home in November.

This season, two South Americans have joined the Choppers.

Derek Lecaros and Tomas Chichoni are in Chilliwack as high school students for the year, sponsored by Rotary International.

Lecaros is from Peru and Chichoni from Argentina.

Chichoni took quite a beating from rough and sloppy tackles in his first two games on Canadian soil — even getting punched twice — but he also got the first goal of the season for the team, which had a 2-2 half-time tie against Kenroc, before eventually losing 4-2.

“I am from Olavarria City, in Buenos Aires province,” said Chichoni, age 17. “In Argentina, I play volleyball on a team.

I play football… soccer only with my friends on a small field, five-on-five.”

Coming from totally Spanish-speaking communities, Chichoni and Lecaros have done remarkably well at fitting in with the Choppers.

“I have learned English in Grade 10 and 11,” said Chichoni.

“And I go to the institute after school to study English, for three hours a week.

“I wanted to come on the exchange to learn about more cultures,” added the Argentine. “It is a good experience for my life.”

Zane MacDonald, one of only three Choppers still on the roster from the inaugural year, was chosen as team captain in a post-game ballot last Saturday.

“I talk the most and I’m the loudest, so I figured I’d put my name in,” said MacDonald, jokingly. “I think I was captain on my novice hockey team… so it’s been a while.”

Speaking of the Choppers, MacDonald said, “We have a good core group of returning people and the new players should help.

“Our challenge is a lack of deep background in the game.

We’re kind of green. The 4-2 loss against Kenroc was a good sign, though. It wasn’t 8-0 or 9-0 like it has been in the past.

Scoring has always been a problem for us.”

After Saturday’s 3-0 loss to the perennial league-leading Young Guns, the Choppers’ keeper, Kyle Kjemhus posted his thoughts on the club’s Facebook page.

“I’ve been on this team since the current iteration was established eight years ago. During that time, we haven’t had a lot of success. We had a couple of years where we were in the middle of the pack but most years we were in the bottom third of the standings.

“Those of us who’ve been around a while have seen all kinds of different losses. In my opinion, there is only one kind of loss that is unacceptable: a loss in which the team gives up or gets outworked by the opposition.

“We have had three games so far this year and, yes, all of them were losses… but they were the right kind of losses. Losses where we battled until the end; losses where we learned from our mistakes; losses where we picked our teammates up instead of knocking them down.

“If we continue to put in the effort that we put in today, and play a team-first game, we will see results. Keep those heads up, stay hungry and confident, we’ll get ours soon enough.”

Next up for the Choppers is Old Settler, this Saturday (Sept. 20) at 2 p.m. on the upper Tzeachten field on Bailey Road in Chilliwack. For scores and schedules, the league’s web address is http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome. asp?url=chwkmsl&sid=38879664

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8

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OBITUARIES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57 TRAVEL.............................................61-76 CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587

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TRAUN, Irene Margaret

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IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

August 26, 1928 September 02, 2014 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Irene Margaret Traun at Fraser Canyon Hospital, September 2nd 2014 with family by her side.

She is predeceased by her loving husband of 57 years, Frank “Bud” Traun, brother Russel (Dolly) , sister Helen (Robert) , brother in law Bob, and sister in law Bernice.

She is survived by her son Glen (Charmaine), grandsons Sheldon (Sarah), and Craig, sisters Dallas, Ruby (Lawrence), niece Debbie, brothers Roy (Della), and Don, as well as several in laws, nieces and nephews.

Irene was born on August 26th, 1928 in Scotsguard Saskatchewan. She worked as a telephone operator in Swift Current, and married Frank in 1952, she then followed him to Hope BC, where they made their home.

Grandma enjoyed spending quality time with her grandsons, curling and bowling.

Irene will be greatly missed though she will remain in our hearts. There will be no service as requested by Irene.

The Traun family would like to thank their wonderful friends and relatives for their kind words, flowers and visits. As well our heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Fraser Canyon Hospital and Fraser Health Home Support.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hope Hospice in Irene’s name.

OBITUARIES

SCHIFFER, Lorraine Bertha April 10, 1947 Sept. 5, 2014 Lorraine Schiffer passed away on Sept. 5, 2014 in New Westminster BC. She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and had been living in Hope for the last 2 years.

Lorraine is survived by her husband Eric Holopainen.

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 11:00 am at Martin Brothers Funeral Chapel, 1270 Ryder St., Hope BC.

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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needed immediately for Riverside Manor.

Food safe required.

OBITUARIES

Seeking Investor and co-covenant $12,000 @ 25% yearly interest payable monthly Solid Security

marc.sauve@optima-living.com or drop off resume.

(877)288-1981 Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

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HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

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Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

New West 604.522.4900 EXPANDING OILFIELD TRUCKING company requires immediate Class 1/Class 3 Drivers, Boiler Operators, Labourers and Mechanics.

Experience in oilfield service or hauling dangerous goods preferred.

Email: Robbie@brekkaas.ca.

on mom regularly, and to Hennie DeWitt (Surrey) for being her best friend for 52 years.

OBITUARIES

HAPPY THOUGHTS

Stella Quayle

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr

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Wishing our amazing mom, grandma, and great grandma,

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

Catherine "Cathy" Patricia Brueckert March 24, 1930. - September 10, 2014

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Email:

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

Our beloved mom, nana and friend has passed away at the age of 84 years. She was born in Wimbledon, England and lived there until she emigrated to Canada in 1956 as a nurse. She had lived through the war and been evacuated many times. She lived in Windsor, Ont. before moving to B.C. She and Georg retired to Hope in 1989 and they both loved their life here, living on the river. So many good friends and lasting memories from a life well lived.

HELP WANTED

PART TIME SERVER

.CanScribe info@canscribe.com

• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified 35 Years of Success! www.RMTI.ca

FOY Spa RV Resort Canadian Winter Special $9.95/day. All new Fitness center, Hot Mineral springs, Events, Activities, Entertainment.

New guests, Call for info 888-8000772, www.foyspa.com.

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PARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/industrial supplier.

Experienced applicant will receive top wages; full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5-day work week, plus moving allowances. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0.

Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.

EDUCATION

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

VACATION SPOTS

HELP WANTED

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

TRAVEL

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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OBITUARIES

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OBITUARIES

FOR EVERY FAMILY

Thank you to Dr. Christie and Mike at Pharmasave for taking care of mom's fragile health during her final years and to the home support ladies who helped care for her in her home.

Special love for the grandchildren in her life no matter how close or far. May the bond that you all share with Nana remain ever strong. A special thanks to Jeremy for being Nana's constant companion and She leaves behind her three friend. Your kindness and gift children and many grandchil- of time allowed her to remain dren: Daniel (Tasha, Nick, Bran- young and connected to life. don, Tyler); Marianne (George) Preston (Sarah, Scott, Rebecca, We will all miss her warmth, Jeremy and Colin) and Anita humour and her love for family.

(Grant) Malensek (Emma, Ryan, A great woman and a great friend. You will live forever in Aiden, and Erin) of Colorado. our hearts.

She also leaves behind her two loving brothers; Nicholas Ka- My heart and soul. Sleep well mama! vanagh (England) and Richard Kavanagh (Zambia). She will be A small remembrance was held missed by all those who loved at her home on Sep 13 and an her. A special nod to Agnes in inurnment will be held at a later Hope for caring and checking date.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 156

SALES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SALES OPPORTUNITY Thirty years, an industry leader of heavy equipment is seeking an energetic, reliable & experienced self starter to join our exciting growing sales team. The Sales Representative will maintain and develop an existing diversified client market and also prospect potential customers and rentals and sales of heavy equipment.

Crane and or heavy equipment knowledge is an asset. Auto Cad experience a plus.

Competitive Compensation Package Offered!

If you are interested in this exciting & unique opportunity, please forward your resume by fax: 604.599.5250 or via e-mail barbara@megacranes.com

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Commercial Transport & Diesel Engine Mechanics Required for Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. and Western Star and Sterling Trucks of Vancouver Inc. Positions available in Surrey.

Cummins, Detroit Diesel and MTU engine exp. considered an asset. Factory training provided.

HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. The work requires preventative maint. and scheduled repairs to the fleet of forklifts & other mobile equipment.

The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work with a computer based preventative maint. program.

Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions.

Experience working w/ materials handling equipment would be an asset.

Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group.

Company Sponsored Social Activities.

Please send updated resume including cover letter, references, to: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

Fax Resume: 604-888-4749 E-mail: ars@cullendiesel.com

LOEWEN Welding Mfg., Abbotsford, looking for experienced welders/fitters with 3 or more years of experience, work week is Mon.Thurs. 10 hrs. a day, fax resume to 604-826-6051 or email gord@loewenwelding.com

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HELP WANTED

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HEALTH PRODUCTS

275

PERSONAL SERVICES 173

MIND BODY SPIRIT

CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...

604-746-6777

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

CANYON CARPETS, 549 Wallace St., Hope. For all your floor covering needs! Call 604-869-2727

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Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Are You $10K Or More In Debt?

DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load.

Call now and see if you qualify.

1-800-351-1783

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION LLOYD’S UTILITIES, gas, oil & propane furnaces, class A gas fitter.

(604)869-1111 or (604)869-6544

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service.

Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area.

1-800-573-2928 PRECISION EXTERIORS, roofing, siding, windows, doors and more.

WCB insured. Call (604)750-8025

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

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PLUMBING

BLUE’S PLUMBING, got the plumbing blues? reno’s, service work, hot water tanks. Call (604)750-0159 DAVE’S PLUMBING, licensed, insured, gas fitter, for all your plumbing needs. Call (604)869-4566

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

560

MISC. FOR SALE

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Restless Leg Syndrome & Leg Cramps? Fast Relief In One Hour.

Sleep At Night. Proven For Over 32 Years. www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660.

HOPE, Silver Hope Mobile Park.

Cabin, Mobile homes, and R/V pads for monthly rentals, cable included.

Call (604)869-1203 or (604)860-0652

SEIZED Vehicle Auction- Sept 20 @ 10:30am- 50+ Various Vehicleswww.allcityauctioneers.com STEEL BUILDINGS...”GIFT-CARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20X22 $4,358.

25X24 $4,895. 30X30 $6,446.

32X32 $7,599. 40X46 $12,662.

47X72 $18,498. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

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MISC. WANTED

STAMPS. DO you have stamps but are not a collector? Want to sell?

Email: mystamps@mail.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 239

CONTRACTORS

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377 GLEN TRAUN LANDSCAPING, Commercial & Residential yard maintenance. Call 604-869-2767

This position entails delivering The Hope Standard to store & drop locations throughout the Hope, Laidlaw & Sunshine Valley areas.

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HELP WANTED

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

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MOVING & STORAGE

ROGER’S UPHOLSTERY, furniture, windows, fabric, in-home & online estimates. Call 604-860-0939

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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HOPE, Needs work, 1 bedroom mobile home, $500, 2 bedroom mobile home, $5000. In senior’s community. Call Gordon (604)240-3464

WINDOWS

FRASER CANYON GLASS, for all your glass repairs, windshields domestic & imports. (604)869-9514

INTEGRITY MOVERS, moving & delivery services, New to Hope.

Call(604)860-5277or(778)896-6414

HOMES FOR RENT

HOPE

2 bedroom home plus den, and a 2 bedroom 2 bath with addition in seniors community.

Call Gordon 604-240-3464 HOPE, 3 bdr home 1 block to downtown. Cov. carport, garage & basement, sm. yard. NS,ND, no pets $950/mo. Refs req’d. Contact houseinhope028@gmail.com

HOPE, 3 bdrm townhouse 1 1/2 baths, fenced back yard, F/S, W/D, full basement, attached storage area. Rent includes heat. N/P, N/S 604-869-9402 or 604-869-1432

Yale - Hope BC - 2 bdrm. house. Unfurnished. $700/mo. including utilities. Please Email: sjmason42@hotmail.com or phone (1)250-608-1867.

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TOWNHOUSES

HOPE, 3 bdrm townhouse, 1 1/2 bath, full bsmt, No Pets, $900/mon.

Call 1-604-858-4629 SILVER CREEK, 2 bdrm, newly reno’d, ground floor, back yard, carport, $900/mo including utilities, Call 1 (604)858-4629

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WANTED TO RENT

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

468

MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

DORPER Cross Sheep flock for sale. 15 ewes and 25 lambs. $4500. Phone 250397-4126.

ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew.

• Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

778-997-9582

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HELP WANTED

Must be available Thursdays.

WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKERS Emil Anderson Maintenance has openings for WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKERS This is a seasonal full time position in various areas.

All applicants must carry a valid class 3 w/air or higher Applicants will be required to participate in physical labour as well as driving activities.

Verifiable snowplowing experience will be an asset.

Please email/fax resumes before September 22, 2014 and include current drivers abstract to: jmeloshinsky@eac.bc.ca Fax: (604) 794-3863 09/14W_EA10

REAL PROPERTY Management A FORBES TOP 10 FRANCHISE Residual Revenues, Proven Systems for Sales, Marketing & Operations.

Full Training & Support Provided.

LOW INVESTMENT - Call - 604718-2640 FOR MORE

PETS

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KENLIN ELECTRIC, residential, rural, commercial, new construction, reno’s. Call (604)860-8605

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

UPHOLSTERY

LIVESTOCK

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ELECTRICAL

627

736

HOPE, 2 bdrm house in Silver Creek, $750/month incl. electricity.

Call 1-604-525-1883.

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(778)378-6683

COMPUTER SERVICES

TREE SERVICES

PHILLIPS TREE SERVICES, Removals, Toppings. Free estimates & Fully Insured. Call 604-702-8247

MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca ALLSYS COMPUTERS, new computer sales & service. 604-8693456 or info@allsyscomputers.com

APARTMENT/CONDOS

BY OWNER. Built in 2012. Top floor. 1059 sqft. 2bdrm & 2bath. 2 parking. Fraser Hwy & 160St. $307k. 778-386-6708 Becky.

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733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

HOPE, 2 vacant pads for rent in senior’s community. First 3 months free pad rent.

Call Gordon 604-240-3464

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1866-960-0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

LANDSCAPING

RENTALS

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

The Hope Standard is looking for a person with a reliable vehicle.

Email resume to circulation@hopestandard.com or phone 604 869 2421

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

This is contracted position.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

300

BARCLAY FLETCHER CONTRACTING, complete home reno’s, additions & more. (604)869-1686

Earn approximately $460.00 per month, 4 ½ hours per day (min).

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Dreaming of a NEW CAREER? Check out bcclassified.com’s Employment and Career Sections for information 604-869-2421 Toll-free 1-866-575-5777

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Driver

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

PAINS & ACHES? Arthritis, Rheumatism, Joints/Muscles. Try + Arthri-Plus. CANADIAN MADE ALL NATURAL TOPICAL SPRAY PAIN RELIEVER - NON STICKY PLEASANT SCENT. Now at WALMART. www.getarthriplus.com 1-855-597-8240

Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as heavy duty equip. mechanic, inter-provincial red seal endorsement & a certificate of apprenticeship. Must have previously related experience.

Union Shop - Full Benefits

EXCAVATOR Operators req’d with exp. in Residential excavating & fine grading. Fax resume to 604460-7853.

PERSONAL SERVICES

PETS

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $69,988. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 GOLDEN RETRIEVER (with eye & hip cert.) and silver pug available for stud service for pick puppy back (ethical people only need respond) 604-820-4827 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com P/B GERMAN ROTTWEILERS Ready Sept. 21st. Vet checked. $500. each. 778-899-3326

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

ELECTRONIC cigarettes provide an alternative to traditional tobacco products. www.customejuice.ca

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Bridal Falls. 2 bdrm apt shared laundry, gas F/P. Utilities, basic cable included. NS, NP. References required. $825/m +1/2mo DD. (604)794-7876

ANSWERS FOR SEPTEMBER 11 CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Thursday, September 18, 2014, Hope Standard A23 TRANSPORTATION 810

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

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The Scrapper

Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

GARAGE SALES

551

GARAGE SALES

1.800.910.6402

HOPE

HOPE

307 7th Ave

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between 5th & 6th Ave

General Garage Sale items

Block Garage Sale Ruby Creek

HOPE

30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666

AUTO SERVICES

HOPE AUTO BODY, complete collision repair & restoration. www.hopeautobody.ca Call (604)869-5244

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OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

SIWASH Sports and Rentals Quad rentals, travel trailers, tent trailers and utility trailers. Booking up fast for hunting season call now for details 604-402-GUNS (4867)

845

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 2 dr, auto, a/c, power lock.

STK#564 $2,495.

2003 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, auto, full load. STK#615 $2,900.

2007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr, auto, fully loaded. Only this week! STK#546. $3,900.

2004 TOYOTA ECHO 4 dr, sedan, auto, a/c. STK# 612. Only this week! $3,995.

2006 PONTIAC MONTANA 7 passenger, auto, loaded STK#554. $5,900.

2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900.

2004 FORD EXPLORER 4 door, 4X4, auto, 7 passenger, fully loaded, STK#470 $6,900.

2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE AWD, 4 dr, auto, only 140km, STK#371. $8,900.

2009 DODGE AVENGER, 4dr fully loaded. STK#532. $8,900.

2009 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto. STK#606. $10,900.

2010 NISSAN SENTRA, 4 dr, sedan, auto, full load. ST#609. $11,900.

2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4 X 4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.

2009 FORD F150. Super crew 4dr, auto, 4 X 4, loaded.

STK#492. $16,900.

33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888 1999 VW JETTA 4 dr auto, fully loaded. STK#619. $3,900.

2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, auto, Aircared, STK#545, $3,900.

2002 FORD EXPLORER 4X4, auto, full load. ST#585 $5,900.

2007 DODGE Caravan 7 psgr, Aircared, STK#524 $5,900.

2003 HONDA ACCORD 2 dr, auto, full load, ST#586 $6,900.

2007 FORD FUSION 4 door auto, loaded, A/cared, ST#321 $6,900 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $10,900.

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade.

STK#504. $10,900.

2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab, 4X4, auto, diesel, only 156K STK#17. $12,900.

2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, loaded, 7 psgr. ST#428. $13,900.

2007 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4X4, auto, short box only 162K. STK#126. $14,900.

2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab, diesel, 4 X 4, auto short box. STK#275. $16,900.

Financing Available www.keytrackautosales.ca

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58605 Lougheed Hwy Rockface Trailer Park

Sat. Sept 20 10:30am - 2:30 pm

Moving Sale SILVER CREEK

HOPE

707 River Parade

61803 Yale Rd

Sat., Sept 20 10 am - 3 pm

Sun., Sept 21 9 am - 1 pm

infra red sauna, riding lawn mower, collectible plates, etc

Lots of great stuff cheap!

NO EARLY BIRDS PLEASE

420 - D Rupert St., Hope Saturday, Sept. 20 • 9 am - ???

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TRUCKS & VANS KEY TRACK AUTO SALES

Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022

Douglas St

Sat., Sept 20 9 am - 4 pm

SNOW TIRES • TOOLS • PRINTER • SEWING MACHINE • BOOK SHELVES • BOOK BINDER • LOVE SEAT • CABINETS • KITCHEN ITEMS • WALKER WITH SEAT • BATHTUB SEAT • LARGE CABINET • DESK

SITE OPERATIONS ATTENDANT CONTRACT The Fraser Valley Regional District is requesting proposals from interested parties for the operation of the Harrison Mills Transfer Station. The transfer station provides garbage and recycling services to the local community and is located at 14050 Chehalis Forest Service Road in Harrison Mills on the north side of highway #7 (Lougheed Highway). The FVRD will negotiate a 3 year contract plus optional 2 year extension with the preferred proponent to begin November 16, 2014.

The Site Attendant will be required to assist residents with dropping off bags, checking identimcation, maintaining records, handling cash, issuing receipts, general site cleanup and maintenance, coordination of bin hauling and other duties as detailed in the RFP document. The Request for Proposal #14016 Harrison Mills Transfer Station Operation is available on the FVRD website at www.fvrd.bc.ca or by email from ccookson@fvrd.bc.ca Interested parties must submit completed proposal documents no later than 2:00 pm Friday, October 3, 2014.

Submissions can be via email or by hard-copy to FVRD, 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack. For any questions regarding this RFP please contact either James Storey at 604-702-5039 or Christine Cookson at 604-702-5044.

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This month’s

District News September 2014

Landfill Closure Information The Grand Opening of the new Transfer Station and official closing of the Landfill was held on September 4, 2014. This is one of the most challenging projects for the District in recent memory. The success of this project was with a public private partnership (P3) model where no provincial grant funding was used to complete this project worth approximately $4.5 million.

Some important information and interesting facts are listed below.

Time Line 2009 – Ministry of Environment Notice of Non-Compliance Received 2010 – Landfill Study Recommended 2011 - First Nations leaders attend tour of site 2011 – Consultation with First Nations leaders June 2012 – Landfill Options Study completed June 2012 - Study/report presented to Council August 2012 – Public Hearing December 2012 – JJM Proposal received December 2012 – Council Landfill Committee and CAO study feasibility of proposal February 2012 – Council approved Closure Plan February 2012 – Fraser Valley Regional District approved change to Solid Waste Management Plan to facilitate the project January 2013 – Initial Closure Project Design completed February 2013 – Initial Transfer Station Project Design completed April 2013 – Ministry of Environmental Approval received April 2013 – Construction begins August 2013 – Regular collection waste diverted directly to Abbotsford December 2013 – New Leachate Treatment System operational August 2014 – Project Complete August 2014 – New Transfer Station Operator contracted One Time Costs Original Budget - $458,946 (leachate control system and transfer station) Addition for design changes - $350,000 Construction of Plateau – $39,000 Total - $847,946 On Going Costs (estimated annually) Post Closure Monitoring - $56,000 Facility Maintenance - $10,000 Total - $66,000

Council Briefs AUGUST 25, 2014 COUNCIL MEETING Public Hearing A Public Hearing was held to hear input on Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1338, 2013 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.1352, 2014. The purpose of Bylaw 1338 is for general housekeeping purposes and to add recently approved zones to the Table of Concordance and Development Permit Areas. The purpose of Bylaw 1352 is general housekeeping to provided expanded clarity.

Committee of the Whole Meeting Station House Business Case Proposal Ms. Tammy Shields, Executive Director, AdvantageHOPE, reviewed the background and history of the Station House, and presented Council with a Business Case proposal for the Station House to have the ownership transferred to the District of Hope and enter into an agreement with the Provincial Government to occupy the land and building.

AdvantageHOPE also provided a recommendation analysis for them to take over the management of the site, as well relocate the Visitor Centre and Museum to this location.

It was agreed that a Special Meeting will be held on Monday September 29, 2014 to further discuss the feasibility of the Station House Business Case Proposal, as presented by AdvantageHOPE. Traffic Bylaw 17/95 – Section 4.13 – Timed Parking The streets or portions of streets named in Schedule “D” to this bylaw are designated as two-hour parking areas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; however, no signs are posted.

Staff was directed to conduct further research on this matter and report back to Council Regular Meeting Staff Reports: District of Hope New Brand Mark Council approved a recommendation from the Chief Administrative Officer to endorse the proposed District of Hope Brand Mark (logo) and that stationery and forms be modified to reflect this new mark.

2014 Bridge Rehabilitation Projects Council passed a motion directing staff to proceed with the Flood Hope Bridge Rehabilitation Project in 2014, and that $53,000, plus any additional taxes, be added to the project budget to ensure completion.

Bylaws: Council gave third reading to District of Hope Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1338, 2013 and District of Hope Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1352, 2014.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014 COUNCIL MEETING Hope RCMP Quarterly Report Staff Sargeant Bruce Anderson, Officer In Charge for the Hope/Boston Bar Community Police Office, was in attendance to present his second Quarter Report, covering the period April, May and June, 2014. The quarterly report highlights Community Policing Report, Crime Statistics, Keep of Prisoners, and a Victim Services Report.

One Time Savings to Close Now Option with JJM (estimated) Capital to operate, construct working leachate treatment system, close the landfill and environmentally conform funded solely by District Taxpayers - 8 – 25 million dollars depending on when closure would occur (2022 through 2047) Annual Operations Savings Ongoing operations costs - $400,000 Annual Landfill Closure Reserve Contribution - $175,000 Plateau Storage of clean fill - $160,000 Total – $735,000 Aims of the Project Come into compliance with environmental regulations (i.e. stop polluting) Conduct the inevitable closure in the most economical way Provide a durable and economical transfer station Reduce overall operating costs to the District The District wishes to thank all those who supported the project including: JJM Construction Ltd. Sperling Hansen Associates Inc. Fraser Valley Regional District Ministry of Environment First Class Waste Services Inc. Mr. Earl Rowe

Our Lady of Good Hope Cemetery Mrs. Mary Lou Jacobs addressed Council regarding past and future practises at Our Lady of Good Hope Cemetery.

Staff Reports: Size of Council Reduction Council gave third reading to District of Hope Size of Council Reduction Bylaw No. 1350, 2014 and passed a motion that a referendum question for the 2014 Local Government Election be set as: “Are you in favour of the District of Hope Council adopting District of Hope Size of Council Reduction Bylaw No. 1350, 2014, in order to reduce the size of Council from a Mayor and six (6) Councillors TO a Mayor and four (4) Councillors, effective for the 2018 Local Government Elections?”

2014 Bridge Rehabilitation Projects Council passed a motion that the required $53,000 for the Flood Hope Bridge Rehabilitation Project be taken from the following budgeted 2014 capital funds: Approximately $5,000 remaining from the mower broom purchaser $15,000 from the Public Works fencing project $10,000 from the diagnostic tools and mobile crane fund The remaining funds from the Johnson Road Ditch and Road Repair project (as this project will not be completed in 2014).

Bylaws: Council adopted District of Hope Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1338, 2013 and District of Hope Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1352, 2014.

Next Meeting: Tuesday October 14, 2014 • 7:00 p.m. in the District of Hope Council Chambers

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