1. CALL TO ORDER
a) Regular Council Meeting Agenda - June 9, 2014
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
a) Regular Council Meeting Minutes - May 26, 2014
b) Public Hearing Minutes - May 26, 2014   (City of Armstrong Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1750) 
4. HEARINGS
5. DELEGATIONS
a) Mayor's Presentation of the 2014-2016 Decorative Street Banners Winning Designs
b) Ms. Kassidy Kleef Re: Miss Teen Canada Globe Productions Pageant
6. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE DELEGATIONS
7. PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5-8
9-10
11-13
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i) Kindale Developmental Association Re: Bokashi Cyle, Organic Waste Management
ii) Public Works Manager's Report
iii) South PV Boulevard Sidewalk Repairs and Tree Removals
iv) Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce Re: Request for Road Closure and use of City Parking Lots during the 6th Annual Celebrate Canada Childrens' Bike Rodeo and Block Party - June 26, 2014
b) Planning & Development Committee: Councillor R. Nitchie, Chair
i) City of Armstrong Official Community Plan Bylaw 1750, 2014 (amendments recommended after Public Hearing)
ii) Zoning Amendment Application #13-0070-ARM-RZ 2600 Pleasant Valley Road; Applicant - Bip Thind)
c) Finance & Administration Committee: Councillor J. Trainor, Chair
i) Janitorial Contract
d) Community Services Committee: Councillor P. Britton, Chair
i) The Board of Education of School District #83 (North Okanagan - Shuswap) Re: Trustee Variation Review
e) Other Appointments
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h) Other Business
8. BY-LAWS
9. CORRESPONDENCE
a) City of Pitt Meadows Re: British Columbia Emergency Health Services Resource Allocation Plan
b) Peace River Regional District Re: Site C Clean Energy Project Joint Review Panel Report Recommendations
c) Auditor General for Local Government Re: Planned Performance Audits
d) City of Vernon Re: Response to Threat of Costly Invasive Zebra and Quagga Mussels Spreading into Western Canada
e) Ministry of Justice Re: Invitation to attend Earthquake Preparedness Consultation
f) Okanagan Boys and Girls Club Re: Sponsorship Request for the 12th Annual 9-Hole Charity Golf Fundraiser - July 11, 2014
g) Royal Canadian Legion Branch 35 Re: Letter of Support Request
h) Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation Re: Invitation to attend the 15th Annual Do It For Dad Walk/Run - June 15, 2014
i) C3 Alliance Corp Re: Invitation to attend the 1st Annual Energy, Mines & Natural Gas UBCM Breakfasts - September 23 and 24, 2014
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19-21
23-29
31-40
41-44
45
47
49-50
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12. RESOLUTION TO MOVE IN CAMERA
a) Pursuant to Section 90[j] of the Community Charter, that Council move to an In- Camera Council meeting to address one (1) matter [information protected by FOIPPA].
13. ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF ARMSTRONG
Minutes of a Regular Council Meeting held in the Council Chambers, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong
B.C., on May 26, 2014.
PRESENT:
Council: Mayor C. Pieper
Councillors P. Britton, S. Fowler, R. Nitchie, R. O’Sullivan & J. Trainor
Regrets: Councillor K. Rowe
Natalie Garbay, Deputy Corporate Officer
Wendy Wallin, Recording Secretary
Heather Black, Okanagan Advertiser
Mayor Pieper called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
#129/14 MOVED by Councillor Britton, seconded by Councillor O’Sullivan that the
Agenda for the Regular Council Meeting be adopted with the addition of a
road closure request and an update from MMBC.
CARRIED
ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES:
#130/14 MOVED by Councillor Nitchie, seconded by Councillor Fowler that the
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 12, 2014 be adopted.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS:
Armstrong events
Mayor Pieper welcomed Mr. Reg Kienast, President of the Armstrong
Spallumcheen Arts Council Society (SPARC) and Ms. Andrea Gunner,
President of the Armstrong Food Initiative Society (AFIS), to the meeting.
Mr. Kienast took the floor and informed Council of the upcoming free Spring
Celebration of Arts from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in between Armstrong
Towne Sqaure and Wood Avenue on May 31, 2014. The event includes music
and art demonstrations.
Ms. Gunner presented the “Taste for Art in Armstrong” festival which
includes 16 businesses, artists and musicians, breweries, wineries, and chefs
participating. The Taste for Art will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on May
31, 2014 in the old downtown of Armstrong.
Mayor Pieper thanked Mr. Kienast and Ms. Gunner for their presentations and
the delegations left the meeting at 7:38 pm.
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May 26, 2014
Public Works
Manager’s Report
Councillor Fowler reviewed the Public Works Manager’s May 21, 2014 report
which outlined the various works conducted by the Public Works Department.
#131/14 MOVED by Councillor Fowler, seconded by Councillor O'Sullivan that staff
be authorized to enter into a one (1) year contract extension with Valley View
Contracting for roadside mowing, at the negotiated rate of $103.00 per hour,
starting May 2014.
CARRIED
#132/14 MOVED by Councillor Fowler, seconded by Councillor Britton that staff be
authorized to enact Stage 2 Water Restrictions during spring freshet if and
when necessary.
CARRIED
#133/14 MOVED by Councillor Fowler, seconded by Councillor Britton that the
Pleasant Valley Boulevard Road closure on May 31, 2014 between 4:00 p.m.
and 8:00 p.m. to host ‘A Taste for Art in Armstrong’; and the request to use
Spirit Square with the power turned on, be approved.
CARRIED
Request for
Amendment to
Development Permit
#13-006-DP (Royal
York Estates)
Earth Berm
Councillor Nitchie reported that staff received a request for an amendment to
Development Permit #13-006-DP from Royal York Estates to construct a
berm.
#134/14 MOVED by Councillor Nitchie, seconded by Councillor Trainor that the
amendment to Development Permit #13-006-DP for the Royal York Estates
Development be approved to include the construction of an earth berm as
located on the attached sketch plan, subject to the following conditions:
The maximum size of the earth berm to be no larger than 145 meters
long, 10 meters wide at base and 5 meters high;
The earth berm must be located in its entirety on the private property
under the ownership of and with the express permission of Longview
Resources;
At no time shall any permanent structure be constructed on the earth
berm with the exception of one golf course sign and one real estate
sign of which must both adhere to any governing regulations of City
of Armstrong Zoning Bylaw No. 1268 and RDNO Building Bylaw
No. 1747, or amendment thereto;
The earth berm must be hydro seeded to prevent erosion; and
The earth berm must be in compliance with any applicable Provincial
regulations or requirements.
May 26, 2014
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#135/14 MOVED by Councillor Nitchie, seconded by Councillor Trainor that the
existing temporary off-site real estate sign advertising the properties of Royal
York Estates Development be authorized as presented.
CARRIED
A/S Parks and Recreation Commission – Councillor R. O’Sullivan
Councillor O’Sullivan reported on the events held by Parks and Recreation.
Okanagan Regional Library Board – Councillor R. O’Sullivan
Councillor O'Sullivan read a report from the Library Board meeting held on
May 21, 2014.
Age Friendly Community Committee – Councillor R. O’Sullivan
Councillor O’Sullivan stated that the next Age Friendly Community Advisory
Committee meeting will be on June 4 and an update will be provided at that
time.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Pieper reported on the events he attended, and will be attending during
the upcoming weeks, on behalf of the City of Armstrong.
RDNO BUSINESS:
Councillor Fowler informed Council on discussion that occurred during the
Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors meeting.
Building Permit &
Building Inspections
Mayor Pieper reported that the Building Permit and Inspections Report
indicates an increased from last year’s statistics.
BY-LAWS:
(A bylaw to regulate Parking and Storage in Residential Zones)
#136/14 MOVED by Councillor Nitchie, seconded by Councillor Britton that the City
of Armstrong Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1747, 2014 be adopted.
CARRIED
May 26, 2014
Presentation and Tea
– June 17, 2014
Mayor Pieper reported that an invitation had been received from the
Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce for the 39 th Annual Citizen
of the Year Presentation and Tea.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Glass Recycling
Mayor Pieper commented that it has come to light that there is no market for
recycled glass in this region, resulting in no commercial value for it. The glass
drop-off location at the Armstrong Bottle Depot has been closed and glass can
be deposited at the RDNO landfill where it will be crushed and remain at the
landfill.
PROCLAMATION:
National Blood Donor
Week and World
Blood Donor Day
Mayor Pieper proclaimed the week of June 9 to 14, 2014 as ‘National Blood
Donor Week’ and June 14, 2014 as ‘World Blood Donor Day’ in the City of
Armstrong, BC.
#137/14 MOVED by Councillor Britton, seconded by Councillor O'Sullivan that
pursuant to Section 90(1)(b) of the Community Charter, that Council move to
an In Camera Council meeting to discuss personal information about an
identifiable individual who is being considered for a municipal award or
honour; and 90(1)(k) to discuss negotiations respecting the proposed provision
of a municipal service that are at the preliminary stages.
CARRIED
CERTIFIED CORRECT:
THE CITY OF ARMSTRONG
Minutes of a Public Hearing held in the Council Chambers, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C., on
May 26, 2014.
Councillors P. Britton, S. Fowler, R. O’Sullivan, R. Nitchie &
J. Trainor
Natalie Garbay, Deputy Corporate Officer
Hazel Christy, Planner
Heather Black, Okanagan Advertiser
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Pieper called the Public Hearing for Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1750, 2014 (which will
repeal Official Community Plan Bylaw 1231, 1996, and amendments thereto, and establishes a new one)
to order at 6:30 p.m.
The Mayor went through the guidelines for Council and explained the public hearing process.
A document entitled “Proposed Amendments to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1750, 2014” was
distributed by Ms. Hazel Christy, Planner. Ms. Christy addressed Council and the public, and reviewed
the proposed Official Community Plan, herein referred to as “the OCP” along with proposed
amendments to the OCP since Second Reading.
Mayor Pieper called for any persons in the gallery who wished to address Council to come forward,
stating their name and address and provide comment.
Resident of Fletcher Avenue
A trail plan was submitted for consideration to the Planner resulted in only two of the twenty
suggested items being added to the OCP.
The resident acknowledged that the Planner had previously met with her and explained that the
suggestions that were along agricultural land and railways were not included in the revised OCP.
Some of the trail suggestions required stairs to provide connections from various elevations and
more pedestrian access. The concept of stairs was included in the Built Environment Active
Transportation Report prepared for the City in 2009.
The resident feared that if the trails are not added to the OCP, the opportunity for a trail could be
lost when a development occurs.
The resident commented that a trail could cross the property where the sewage ponds are
currently located, once the ponds have been decommissioned. Such a trail would connect the IPE
fairgrounds to Mount Rose and Mount Swanson. This could be a multimodal trail, providing
horses and riders additional walking opportunities in the area.
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Minutes of the Public Hearing for Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1750, 2014
May 26, 2014
Resident of Rosedale Avenue
With the introduction of staff being able to grant minor development permits, the resident
questioned if heritage consideration would be taken into account.
The Planner confirmed that the intent was that heritage considerations would be taken into account.
Mayor Pieper stated that if an applicant were to be denied a Development Permit that was considered
minor change, they would be able to appeal to Council for a review.
Mayor Piper also noted that the Built Environment Active Transportation Plan could be referenced in the
OCP to ensure these goals and objectives are not missed.
The Mayor called two more times for any comments from the public.
There being no further comments, Mayor Pieper declared the Public Hearing closed at 7:07 p.m.
CERTIFIED CORRECT:
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I am writing to see if your company or organization would be interestecl in sponsoring me. Recently I
have been selected to take part in the Miss Teen Canada Globe Productions Pageant this coming August in
Toronto. As a candidate I will be representing the Armstrong and Vernon area nationally as wcll as British
Columbia. With only a few select cancliclates in each age category, it is a great cleal that I was chosen. I am
honoured to be representing our community! As part of the pageant I have to find sponsors ancl pleclges to
help cover a $3000 cntrance fee as well as my airfare. Sponsors can make a minimum pledge of $50 and for
each pleclge they will receive a receipt fìled as miscellancous that they can usc to write off taxes. All sponsors
will be greatly recognized for their contributions. Also clepentling of the amount of money they pledge they
will be featurecl with either their name and/or logo in the official National Program Book and online on the
Miss Canada Globe Productions website, Sponsors can not only pledge money, but also jewelry, gowns, or
airfare. Without the help from sptrnsors this pageant woulci not be the huge success that it is today! I would be
honoured to have the help from my community on my roacl to this event, Thank you so much for your
consideration, I hope to hear back from you!
R€Guugre Ê6.e2¡øn Sincerely,
Kassidy Kleef
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CONFIRMATION OF DELEGATE PARTICIPATION *Miss Canada Globe 2014 * Miss Teen Canada Globe * Miss Canada Petite*
l{assidy Iíeef
Dear Ms. Kassidy lfleef:
On behalf of all of us at MCG Productions, producers of MISS CANADA GLOBE PAGEANTS, we are delighted to
welcome you as a Finalist for 20141
We are delighted to have you on board with us for our 2014 event. We promise an exciting, dynamic and enjoyable time in
Toronto that we hope you will remember for years to come.
As the offrcial representative of your community at the Miss Canada Globe 2014 Pageants, you would need the following
- Evening Gown(s)
- Jewelry & Accessories
Should you wish to acquire sponsorship for wardrobe, gifts for your fellow delegates or other services, this letter will
confirm your status as a Finalist for 2014. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO USE THIS LETTER OF WELCOME AS AN
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You are welcome to inform anyone you approach for sponsorship, that their name and/or business will be recognized
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Congratulations and all the best!
Sincerely yours,
Miss Canada Globe Productions
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M¡ss Canada Globe
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Become a Contestant
Sponsors
History of MCGP
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May 26,20t4
victoria, Bc v8v 1x4 ,
Dear Minister Lake,
Re: BCEHS Resource Allocation Plan
Rãcent changes within the British Columbia Emergency Health Services and. BC Ambulancq
Service have hlghlighted a systemic and long-standing shortfall in the number of BC Ambulance
resources province-wide. There is a critical shortage of both ambulances and trained paramedics to staff them.
The Resource Allocation Plan (RAP) modifications instittrted in fall 2013 have impacted the citizens of BC.'However, it is only the most recent example of the Province trying to extract
more work out of an exceedingly saturated system. Local Government has for toó long propped
up the inadequate resource levels of BC Ambularice through use of local first responder ' .
resources; printarily firefighters. While it is recognized and applauded that emergency'(Code 3)
response times have improved, it is also a fact that times for ambulances to attend to other less
critical patients have lengthened,.sometimes to eniirely unacceptable periods of time. This
"give and take" type of methodology does not serve the citizens appropriately.
It is a fact that BC Ambulance resource levels have not been enhanced to meet the rapid growth in call volúme since the late 1990's. lt is also a fact that ongoing ambulance delays at
hóspitals are further lengthening ambulance response times io citizens. The hospital wait issue
has existed for oveÉ 20 years with very little change and it is not going away.
12007 Harris Road, Pitt Meadou's, British Colurnbia \¡3Y 285 Pllone 604-465.5454 Fax: 604-465.2404
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Province explicitly recognize the problem - we need rnore pâramedics and ambulances on the
road immediately, lt ís incumbe'nt on the Province to meé.t the expectaiioñs of their Legislation
to provide effective and efficient ambulance services to the citizens of BC. The BC Ambulance is
not meeting that mandate in any reasonable fashion.
The solution'is not to rely upon first responders or to facilitate local goverriment doing more,
The Province has tried many "fixes" to improve ambulancé response capability for many years
with no success. The RAP is only the latest example.. lt is time to put health care first and
pioperly fund and resource the BC Ambulance Service as a critical public safety agency,
Yours truly,
cc Doug Bing, MLA UBCM Member Municipalities
2- #119655v1
May 26,2014
The Honourable Christy Clark Premier of BC P.O. Box 9041 Stn. Prov. Govt. Victoria, B.C. VBW 9E1
Dear Premier Clark:
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Peace River Regional District Directors have reviewed the recently released Site C Clean Energy Project Joint Review Panel Report and we discussed the Panel's recommendations at our May 15,2014 regular meeting. The Regional District Board subseq uently resolved :
"That a letter be fonryarded to the Premier of BC requesting that the British Columbia Utilities Commission be involved in the Site C Clean Energy Project approval process, in keeping with several recommendations of the Site C Clean Energy Project Joint Review Panel and in the interest of open and transparent decísion making. Further, that the letter be copied to all BC cabinet ministers, leaders of opposition parties, Member of Parfiament Bob Zimme¡, South Peace Ml-A Mike Bernier, North Peace MLA Pat Pimm, and all UBCM members."
We request that our Provincialgovemment endorse the Joint Review Panel's recomrnendations 47,48, and 49. We believe the public's interests will be best served if prior to any final decision being made, the Site C Project is referred to
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the British Columbia Utilities Commission for public hearings and Commission review of the Project's costs and impacts on ratepayers.
We look forward to your reply.
Yours truly,
cc. Executive Council of BC: Honourable Amrik Virk Honourable Andrew Wilkinson Honourable Bill Bennett Honourable Coralee Oakes Honourable Don McRae Honourable John Rustad Honourable Mary Polak Honourable Michael de Jong Honourable Naomi Yamamoto Honourable Norm Letnick Honourable Peter Fassbender Honourable Rich Coleman Honourable Shirley Bond Honourable Stephanie Cadieux Honourable Steve Thonrson Honourable Suzanne Anton Honourable Teresa Wat Honourable Terry Lake Honourable Todd Stone
Official Opposition Party of BC Mr. Bob Zimmer, MLA Prince George - Peace River Mr. Mike Bernier, MLA - South Peace Mr. Pat Pimm, MLA - North Peace UBCM Membership
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ACCESSIBILITY. INDEPENDENCE' TRANSPARENCY. PERTORMANCE
AUDITOR GENERAT IOR
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Mayors and Councillors Chairs and Directors of Regional District Boards Chairs and Directors of Greater Boards
BRITISH COLUMBIA
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Greetings to all: fht\ h'me . *Tn ,
Last May we announced our initial set of five performance audit topics. Work on three of those audit topics is well underway with published reports expected later this fiscal year. In keeping with our commitment to be transparent about our upcoming audits, I am pleased to advise that we have now identified the local governments selected for audit under the previously announced planned performance audit topics four and five. These audit topics will focus on Local Government's Role in Ensuring Clean Drinking Water and Managing the Inherent Risks of Limited Human Resources within Small Local Governments. Audit locations will be disclosed on the Auditor General for Local Government (AGLG) website (www.aglg.ca) at l0 am on May 30.
The local governments selected for audit under audit topics four and five will receive further correspondence from our office once the audit is initiated. At a later date, these local govemments will also receive information describing the lines of enquiry during the survey phase (planning phase) to determine final scope of the audit and criteria for the examination phase, and requesting an opportunity to meet with representatives. These local govemments will also receive information in the form of a protocol document explaining important aspects of the performance audit such as the confidentiality requirements under the Auditor General for Local Government Act.
Also on May 30, consistent with our annual service plan commitments to communicate future planned audit topics over an l8 month rolling period, we will be disclosing our two new performance audit topics six and seven on the AGLG website (www.aels.ca).
As you may be aware, the planned audit topics are informed from the audit themes contained in our service plans following best efforts for a comprehensive audit planning process which involved extensive consultation and input from local governments and other stakeholders. Since my appointment I have spoken with many local government elected officials and staff at area association conventions and many other events and meetings. Your questions, comments and advice have been most welcome.
I look forward to continuing to hear from you. Please send your comments to info@aele.ca or call the office at 604-930-7100.
Best regards,
Chief Administrative Offrcerscc
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Planned Performance Audits The Office of the Auditor General for Local covernment is committed to providing an updated list of planned audits over an 18
month roliing period following the release of each annual service plan.
The planned audits and reporting dates are subject to change. Local governments initially identified as part of the suwey phase (planning phase) may be revised.
Learn more about the phases of a performance audit and the AGLG protocols for engagement with local governments.
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Planned Performance Audits Íor za4lry In May 2013, when we announced performance audits of r8 local governments on tlìree different audit topics, we provided estimates of when the audit reports would be complete and pubÌicly released. We indicated at that time that these estimates were subject to change.
Since then, we have proceeded with our inaugural sets of audits and have conducted a thorough review of the timelines for releasing reports on the audits. The result is revised timelines to complete our examinations, clear facts, prepare reports and ultimately publish them.
We released our first report on one local government Audit'.l.opic a (Learnings from Local Government Capital Procurement Projects and Asset Management Programs) in April 2014. We expect all the remaining performance audit reports for Audit Topic r (Achieving Value for Money in Operational Procurement) and Audit Topic a by August 31, 2014.
Our Audit Topic z (Local Government Performance in Managing Policing Agreements and Police Budget Overs.ight) performance audits reports are now expected for release by March 31,2or5.
We will not publish any audit reports betlveen September 2014 and December zot4.
All expected publication dates are subject to change and represent the AGLGTs best estimate.
Audit Topic t * Aehieving Vaåue fcr Money in Operationå¡ Pro({.¡rem*nt
Individual audit reports fo¡ each local government are expected to be published by August 31, 2014.
Initial local governments scoped for audit: City of Vernon, Corporation of Delta, City of Revelstoke, Comox Valley Regional District, Fraser-Fort George Regional District and District of West Vancouver-
Audit Topie e * Local Government Performanee ;n Månaging Polieing Agreentents and Poliee Budget Õversight Individual audit reports for each local government are expected to be published by March 3r, 2015. We will not publish any audit reports between September 2o14 and December zor4.
Initial local governments scoped for audit: City of Port Alberni, City of Surrey, City of Merritt, Ci{ of Williams Lake, City of New Westminster and City of Victoria.
Audit Topic a * Learnings fronr {-ocaÉ Governrnemt Çapital Prect'lren¡ent Frojects and Asset Management Frograms
We issued one individual audit report for the City of Rossl.rnrl in April zor4. The remaining five individual audit reports - which includes part 2 of the City of Rossland report - are expected to be published by August 3r, zor4.
lnitial local governments scoped for audit: City of Cranbrook, City of Rossland, District of Sechelt, District of North Vancouver, City of Campbell Rive¡ and City of Dawson Creek.
Planned Performance Aud¡ts lor zo't5l't6 The Office of the Auditor General for Local Government is planning to report on six performance audits i.rvotvirrg a number of local governments during fiscalyear zot5l16 as elaborated below. These planned audits were informed from the audit themes
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contained in our zo14115-2016117 Service plan. All expected publication dates are subject to change and represent the AGLGTs best estimate.
Audit Topic 4 * l-ocal €overnme::t's Role in Ensuring Clean Drinking Water
Individual audit reports for each local government are expected to be publislred in tot5lt6.
Initial Iocal governments scoped for audit: City of Kelowna, Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen and Township of Spallumcheen.
Audit Topic 5 - Managång the lnherent Risks of limåted Huma¡: Resources within Small Loeal
Governments
Individual audit reports for each local government are expected to be published inzot5lt6.
Initial local governments scoped for audit: District of Port Edward, City of Greenwood and Village of Anmore.
The AGLG has aìso identified two new audit topics. Initial local governments scoped for audit under these topics have not yet been
determined. These will be published on our website once identified.
Audit Topic 6 - Performânce and Oversight of tí¡'e Services
Initial local governments scoped for audit: to be determined and will be disclosed once they have been identified.
Audit Topic 7 - Loeaf Governrnent Performa*ce in ffiuilding Perruritting âr¡d Inspections
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ARMSTRONG File: 0360-26
May 1 ,2014
Premier Christy Clark Parliament Buildings Victoria, BC V8V 1X4
Hon. Mary Polak Minister BC Ministry of Environment PO Box 9047 STN PROV GOVT Victoria, BC V8W 9E2
I'I_IE CORPORATION OF THE CI-IY OF VERI\ON 34OO - 3OTH STREET VERNON, BRITISH COLUMBIA VlT 5E6
TELEPIIONE (2s0) s4s-1 361 FAX (2s0) s45-4048
I?Açu ¿q? 4as¡tø,+ OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
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Dear Premier Clark and Minister Polak;
Response To Threat of Gostly lnvasive Zebra and Quagga Mussels Spreading lnto Western Ganada
Council, at its Regular Open Meeting held April 28,2014 díscussed, with much concern, the above captioned issue. The following resolution was passed:
'THAT Council directs the Mayor, on behalf of Council, to send a second letter of concern regarding the need for urgent action to prevent invasive zebra and quagga musse/s from entering BC to the Premier, the Provincial Minister of Environment, the Federal Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and the Federal Minister of Public Safety;
AND FURTHER, that a sample letter of concern be placed on the COV website to assrsf concerned residents who wish to write letters to both levels of government.
CARRIED.'
We are attaching our letter dated October 25,2012 which requested consíderation and action at that point in time. We fully concur with the serious concerns expressed, and specific defensive measures suggested in the Okanagan Basin Water Board letter dated April 10,2014, also attached.
As British Columbians we are all proudly aware that the Okanagan is a stunning, one of a kind location in our beautiful Province, and in fact Canada. Our residents and local industries depend on the lakes for their water supply, and BC as a whole benefits from the hundreds of thousands of tourists that come to share the beauty of this area. An invasion of zebra and quagga mussels would be nothing short of devastating. With so many 'close calls' recently, we feel that without a definitive and swiftly implemented 'action plan', infestation is imminent.
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May 1 ,2014 Re: Response To Threat of Gostly lnvasive Zebra and Quagga Mussels Spreading lnto Western Canada Page 2
Thank you for your serious attention and action to address this danger to the health of our lakes in British Columbia. A modest investment and effort directed toward this now, will save millions of dollars, and the considerable effort, that will be required to deal with an infestation when it occurs. We need to work together at all levels of government to aggressively dealwith this issue.
Respectfully,
Ju ette Cunningham Acting Mayor
pc: Regional District for North Okanagan, Central Okanagan, and Okanagan- Similkameen Regional Districts; Okanagan Municipalities: Enderby, Armstrong, Spallumcheen, Coldstream, Lake Country, Kelowna, West Kelowna, Peachland, Summerland, Penticton, Oliver Osoyoos; Chiefs Executive Council, Okanagan Nation Alliance; Okanagan MLA's: Eric Foster, Norm Letnick, Steve Thomson, Dan Ashton, Linda Larson, Jackie Tegart, Greg Kyllo; Okanagan MPs: Ron Cannan, Dan Albas, Colin Mayes, Alex Atamanenko; Hon. Gail Shea, Mínister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada Hon. Steven Blaney, Ministry of Public Safety Canada Okanagan Basin Water Board
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File: 0360-26
October 25,2012
The Honourable Peter Kent House of Commons Minister of the Environment
Parliament Buildings, Wellington Street Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1A 0A6
Dear Ministers Kent and Ashfield;
Re e To Threat of Gostly lnvasivezebra and Quagga Mussels q lnto Western Canada
Council, at its Regular Open Meeting held October 22, 2012 discussed the above
captioned issue and adopted the following resolution of support:
,THAT Council directs Administratíon to send a letter in support of the Okanagan
Basin Water Board's efforls regarding a 'Response fo Threat of Costly lnvasive
Zebra and Quagga Mussels Spreading into Western Canada''
CARRIED.'
Patricia Bridal, Corporate Officer Manager, CorPorate Services
pc MP Alex Atamanenko, southern lnterior of British columbia MP Dan Albas, Okanagan - Coquihalla, British Columbia
MP Ron Cannan, Kelowna - Lake country, British columbia
MP Colin Mayes, Okanagan - Shuswap, British Colu-mbia
Okanagan Nåtion Alliance, Chiefs' Executive Council
Hon. Steve Thomson, B.C. Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource
Operations, and MLA for Kefowna-Mission
City HaIl: 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, British Columbia VIT 5E6 Airport, Telephone (2501 545-3035 n Fax (25O) 542-4533 Telephone (250) 545-1361 . Fax (250)545-7876 CityYards, Telephone (250) 549-6757 o Fax (250) 545-3345 Administration n Fax 1260) 545-4048 Fire Departrnent, Telephone (2501 542-5361 o Fax (25O) 542-7271 www.vernon.ca Planning & Engineering, Telephone [250) 550-3634 n Fax (250) 545-5309
The Honourable Keith Ashfield House of Commons Minister of Fisheries and Oceans
Respons Spreadin
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Hon. Dr. Terry Lake, B.C. Minister of Environment MLA John Slater, Boundary-Similkameen MLA Bill Barisoff, Penticton MLA Ben Stewart, Westside-Kelowna MLA Norm Letnick, Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Eric Foster, Vernon-Monashee Board and Chair, Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Board and Chair, Regional Dístrict of Central Okanagan Board and Chair, Regional District of North Okanagan Mayor and Council, City of Kelowna Mayor and Council, District of Peachland Mayor and Council, District of Lake Country Mayor and Council, District of West Kelowna Mayor and Council, District of Coldstream Mayor and Council, City of Penticton Mayor and Council, Town of Osoyoos Mayor and Council, Town of Oliver Stu Wells, Chair, Okanagan Basin Water Board
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Federation of Canadian Municipalities Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada Minister of Public Safety Canada Okanagan Municipalities and Regional Districts:
Enderby, Armstrong, Spallumcheen, Vernon, Coldstream, Lake Country, Kelowna, West Kelowna, Peachland, Summerland, Penticton, Oliver, Osoyoos, RDNO, RDCO and RDOS
May 5,2014
The Honourable Christy Clark Premier Government of British Columbia P O Box 9041 Stn Prov Govt. Victoria BC VBW 9E1
Dear Premier,
Fla. I lr¡ranf fo nrevenf invasive mussalc fram rino BC
At the April22,2014 Special Council meeting Nelson City Council reviewed the Okanagan Basin Water Board's letter to the Provincial Government regarding concerns surrounding the need for urgent action to prevent ínvasive zebra and quagga mussels from entering British Columbia.
The City of Nelson is situated on the shore of the Kootenay Lake's west arm. Kootenay Lake drains at its west end through an outlet at Procter and Balfour, forming the West Arm until it reaches the City of Nelson 30km downstream where it becomes the Kootenay River. Several hydroelectric dams have been built on the Kootenay River. These include the Nelson Hydro power plant at Lower Bonnington Falls; three plants owned by FoftisBC at the Corra Linn, Upper Bonnington and South Slocan Dams and the Brilliant and Waneta Dams owned by Columbia Power Corporation. Considering the far reaching impact that an invasion of zebra and quagga mussels would make on every water intake in the Province including the Kootenay river and lake, Nelson City Council passed a resolution supporting the Okanagan Basin Water Board's letter to the Government of British Columbia and strongly endorses the request for urgent action to prevent the spread of invasive zebra and quagga mussels into Canada.
Yours truly,
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tel: 250.352 551 I fax: 250.352.213 I Suite l0l, 3 l0 Ward Street, Nelson, British Columbia.V lL 5S4 Page 27 of 50
( 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 324
P 250.469.6270 F 250.762.70',1',! WATER BOARD www.obwb.ca
Hon. GailShea, P.C., M.P. Minister of Físheries and Oceans
Pa rl ia ment Buildíngs, Wellington Street Ottawa, ON K1A 046
Hon. Steven Blaney, P.C., M.P. Minister of Public Safety House of Commons Ottawa, ON K1A 046
April !O,2OI4
Re: Urgent need to prevent invasive mussels from entering B.C.
Dear Mínisters Shea and Blaney,
The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is extremely concerned about the need for action to prevent invasive zebra and quagga mussels from entering B.C. which could irrevocably harm our environment, economy, and way of life. The mussels would impact every water intake, outfall, boat and dock in our lakes, and all other in-lake infrastructure. Our sense of urgency arises from a recent near-miss that exposed gaps in policy and preparation.
0n March 12 this year, an alert Canada Border Official noticed visible invasive mussels on the hull of a boat fr'om the Southwestern U.S.A. and which was supposed to be launched in Okanagan Lake. Working with B.C. Conservation Officers and a cooperative transport company, the boat was decontaminated and released. While we strongly commend the commitment and professionalism of the border agent and conservation officers, and the interagency cooperation they displayed, we note:
There is no federal legislation in place to prevent a mussel-infested boat from being imported to Canada. The necessary changes to the federal físheries regulations have been pending for more than a year. We urge rapid passage of these regulations by the Government of Canada. The Border Services agent had not received training about mussels, and knew about the issue only from public outreach in Osoyoos. OBWB staff and partner organizations have had several informal conversations with agents who wish to have training, which could be done by provincíal Ministry of Envíronment staff. The cost of implementing a boat inspection program would be a fraction of the economic losses from a zebra or quagga mussel infestation. The most conservative estimate is that an invasion would cost $20 million/year in 8.C., but our own study puts the figure at more than $40 million in the Okanagan alone.
0n behalf of the OBWB, I respectfully request that the Government of Canada move quickly to pass the regulations prohibiting transpott of invasive zebra and quagga mussels into Canada. We further request that the Ministry of Fisheries and Oceans and the Ministry of Public Safety allocate funds, and enable, train, and equíp Canada Border Agents to inspect boats for invasive aquatic species and prohibit their entry without decontamination of the watercraft.
Okanagan Basin
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Please give this matter high priority in your ministrÍes. Time is of the essence. You will find many allies and local partners in your efforts.
Sincerely,
CC:
. OkanaÉan Municípalities: Enderby, Armstrong, Spallumcheen, Vernon, Coldstream, Lake Country, Kelowna, West Kelowna, Peachland, Summerland, Penticton, Oliver, Osoyoos;
. Chiefs Executive Council, Okanagan Nation Alliance; o Okana€lan MLAs: Premier Christy Clark, Minister Steve Thomson, Eric Foster, Norm Letnick, Dan
Ashton, Linda Larson, Jackie Tegart, Greg Kyllo. ¡ Okana€lan MPs: Ron Cannan, Dan Albas, Colin Mayes, Alex Atamanenko;
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May 2,2014
His V/orship Chris Mayor of the of Armstrong Box 40
BC VOE I BO
laeutne qant¿,+
On March lI,2014,I announced a province-wide earthquake preparedness consultation, to be chaired by Mr. Henry Renteria (the Chair), former director of California's Offrce of Emergency Services.
The goal of this consultation is to improve British Columbians' preparedness for a disastrous seismic event. At the end of the year, the Chair will provide my Ministry with a report that will include priority recommendations for improving earthquake preparedness.
In British Columbia, emergency management is a responsibility that is shared among all levels of government, community organizations, First Nations, not-for-profit agencies, academic institutions, families and individuals. Over the next few months, the Chair will consult with a wide range of stakeholders and agencies, through a variety of methods. As part of this exercise, consultation meetings will be held in selected communities, focused primarily on local authorities and First Nations representatives.
This month, Emergency Management British Columbia (EMBC) offrcials will be sending an invitation to you, and your staft to participate in these meetings. EMBC will provide specific details about the sessions and will work with your staff to identify appropriate participants from your community.
Enhancing earthquake preparedness is a priority activity for my Ministry, and for EMBC. A long-term plan for enhancing our province's preparedness is currently under development, and input from stakeholders through this consultation, will be key to refining this plan and informing
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N{ailing ;\ddrcss: ì)() Box 90,t4 Stn l)rov Govt \/ictoria BC \/uW 9li2
cmail: .J ÂG.Minister@gor'.bc.ca
'l'clephonc: 250-3fa7 -7866 Facsimile: 250-387-6411
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long-term preparedness priorities. Thus, I encourage you to participate in this initiative and to provide feedback as the process unfolds.
We are grateful for this opportunity to work with you to ensure that British Columbians are as
prepared as possible for disasters such as a catastrophic earthquake. Thank you for your support.
very truly,
./ pc: Ms. Melinda Stickney, Chief Administrative Officer
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ARMSTRONG BRITISH
Coruvret¡ May 7,2014
His Worship Chris Pieper Mayor of the City of Armstrong Box 40 Armstrong BC VOE 180
Dear Mayor Pieper and Councillors
I am writing to follow-up on the Honourable Suzanne Anton's letter of May 2,2014, regarding the province-wide Earthquake Preparedness Consultation, chaired by Mr. Henry Renteria (the Chair), former director of California's Office of Emergency Services The goal of this initiative is to develop recommendations for government on improving British Columbians' preparedness for a disastrous seismic event (See attached Backgrounder document).
A cornerstone of this process will be engagement of local authorities and First Nations through meetings in selected communities between May and July 2014. The goal of these meetings will be to provide the Chair with an opportunity to cooperatively identify top priority issues and recommendations with respect to catastrophic earthquake preparedness. A list of questions which will be used to stimulate discussions during these meetings is attached.
It is worth noting that many coastal communities have already provided extensive valuable feedback to Emergency Management British Columbia (EMBC) regarding earthquake and tsunami preparedness issues and priorities. Most recently, the 2014 Community Earthquake and Tsunami Fora served to highlight the continued need for individual awareness and ongoing preparedness efforts. Specific feedback from these fora, and from previous engagement on this issue, has already been provided by EMBC to the Chair, to help inform further discussion.
Attached is a schedule of upcoming Earthquake Preparedness Consultation meetings in communities. I encourage you to arrange for representation at the meeting closest to your community, and to provide feedback as the consultation process unfolds.
Each meeting will include:
An introductory briefing on the Earthquake Preparedness Consultation. Group (and/or small group) discussion beginning with the questions attached. A summary of top issues/recommendations.
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Emergency Management BC
PO Box 9201 STN PROV GOW Victoria BC V8W 9J1
Location:
Saanichton BC VBM 245 Telephone: 250 952-50'13
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Please note that in the Capital Regional District, Metro Vancouver, and in the Fraser Valley Regional District, separate meetings have been provided for senior officials/senior representatives due to the large number of expected participants.
RSVPs including name, title, and the specific meeting to be attended, can be sent to the following e-mail: (earthquake.consultation@qov.bc.ca). Please refer to the attached schedule for the maximum number of representatives per organization, and the RSVP deadline for each meeting. lf space permits, EMBC staff will contact you to identify additional representatives you may wish to include.
Local authority and First Nations representatives unable to attend at a scheduled community session are encouraged to:
a) Provide written responses to the attached guiding questions, or submit any other applicable input through earthquake.consultation@qqv.bc.ca or,
b) Contact the EMBC project lead, Mr. Cameron Lewis (250-952-5040 or cameron.lewis@gov.bc.ca) to discuss alternative means of providing feedback.
Any questions regarding this initiative can also be directed to Mr. Lewis
Preparing British Columbia for a catastrophic earthquake and/or tsunami is a priority activity for EMBC. I look fonruard to your input as we collectively and jointly work to enhance our preparedness.
Thank you for your support.
Sincere
Attachments:
Ea rthq uake Prepa red ness Consu ltation Backg rou nder
Community Meeting Schedule
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Ea rthq uake Preparedness Consultation 20L4 Backgrounder
On March 25,2014, the Auditor General of British Columbia released the report titled "Catastrophic Earthqual<e Preparedness" which focuses on Emergency Management BC's (EMBC's) planning and reporting with respect to this eventuality. The report includes nine recommendations to government. The Ministry of Justice has accepted all nine of the Auditor General's recommendations and action is beingtal<en to address the recommendations. (See
the recommendations and the Ministry of Justice's responses in the Auditor General's full report http ://www.bca uditor.com/pu bs).
However, it is worth noting that the Auditor General's report focuses only on one part of British Columbia's emergency management system - EMBC. ln British Columbia, emergency management is a shared responsibility between the public, all levels of government, and numerous stakeholders. Thus, enhancing British Columbia's preparedness for a catastrophic earthquake will necessarily involvê all parties.
On March Ll,2Ot4, it was announced that during the April to July timeframe, there will be extensive consultation with British Columbia stakeholders regarding issues, priorities, and opportunities in the area of catastrophic earthquake preparedness. These consultations will culminate in a report, with recommendations, to the BC Government by the end of the year.
Mr. Henry Renteria (the Chair), former Director of California's Office of Emergency Services, will lead this consultation.
The following link provides a news release and project Terms of Reference, etc: (
safetv.html ). Please feelfree to share this news release and the terms of reference with other interested sta keholders.
Work is currently underway to identify the specific stakeholders that the Chair will reach out to Geographically, the Earthquake Preparedness Consultation (the Consultation) will be focussed on areas at highest risk for catastrophic earthquake, but input from stakeholders across BC is
welcomed.
The Consultation is just one line of effort within EMBC that is contributing to enhanced preparedness for a catastrophic earthquake. There are essentially three lines of enhanced effort in this regard, in addition to ongoing EMBC activities that contribute to catastrophic event preparedness:
The Consultation chaired by Mr. Henry Renteria (discussed above). A public education campaign focused on earthquake preparedness, to be launched this summer. This campaign will be a joint effort between EMBC and Government Communications and Public Engagement within the provincial government. Planning for
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this campaign is underway. Questions can be directed to EMBC's public education
coord inato r, M s. l(i m Fou rn ier ( ki m.fou rn ier@sov. bc. ca or 250-952-49L4).
Development of a specific long term plan for enhancing catastrophic earthquake preparedness in BC. This represents a continuation of EMBC's planning efforts and is
being incorporated as a key goal in EMBC's overall Strategic Plan (Spring 20t4l.
With respect to #L above, the Consultation, EMBC and the Chair are currently in the process of arranging for meetings and other stakeholder feedback opportunities. Questions or suggestions can be directed to the EMBC project lead, Mr. Cameron Lewis (250-952-5040 or Ca meron. Lewis(oeov.bc.ca ).
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George/etc.
Prince Rupert Hotel 118 - 6th St. Prince Rupert
Coast Capri Hotel tl7 L Harvey Aven ue, Kelowna
Best Western 4553 Greig Avenue, Terrace,
Conference Call
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LocalGovt & First Nations staff reps.
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. Mäyors/ Councillor/ CAO/
Best Western Barclay Hotel 4277 Slamp Ave. Port Alberni
Comox Valley Regional District 600 Comox Road, Courtenay
Port McNeill Regìonal Arena 2205 CampbellWay, Port McNeill
Grand Pacific 463 Belleville Street, Victoria
Grand Pacific 463 Belleville Street, Victoria
Justice lnstitute of BC
Ramada Plaza Abbotsford Hotel & Conference Centre
Fraser Valley Regional District 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack
Metro Vancouver 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby
Port Alberni
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Discussion Questions
The Earthquake Preparedness Consultation, initiated bythe provincialgovernment, is collecting input from stakeholders across British Columbia regarding how British Columbians can become more prepared for a catastrophic earthquake.
The Chair, Mr. Henry Renteria, will be providing recommendations to the provincial government, by December 31-, 201.4, based on this stakeholder input. While these recommendations will be delivered to the provincial government, preparedness is a shared
responsibility between all stakeholders, including the public, all levels of government, non- governmental organizations, and the private sector. Thus, these recommendations are
expected to consider actions by a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders.
The questions below are intended to provide a starting place for a discussion of top challenges,
opportunities, and priorities with respect to British Columbia's earthqual<e preparedness.
L. ln your opinion, is your community adequately prepared for a catastrophic earthquake?
a lf not, what would you say are the top three preparedness gaps or challenges?
b. What specific recommendations would you offer to address these gaps or
challenges?
2. ln your opinion, is British Columbia as a whole adequately prepared for a catastrophic earthquake?
a lf not, what would you say are the top three preparedness gaps or challenges?
b. What specific recommendations would you offer to address these gaps or
challenges?
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3. Given the importance of individual and family preparedness for disasters such as a
catastrophic earthqualce, are there specific recommendations you could offer for increasing the public's preparedness?
4. Are there key policy issues which should be addressed by governments as part of enhancing British Columbians' preparedness for a catastrophic earthquake? (e.g.
legislative or regulatory changes, changes to land use planning policies, changes to financial compensation provisions, industry regulation, etc.). lf so, what are the top
issues, and what recommendations would you offer?
5. How can alignment of disaster preparedness plans and activities between different governments, agencies and stakeholders be enhanced?
6. To ensure that progress and successes to date on enhancing earthquake preparedness
in British Columbia are recognized, are there particular projects or best practices that should be acknowledged and built upon?
7. ls there additional information or perspective you would like to bring to the Chair's
attention?
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Søve the Dote! The Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs in Armstrong are hosting Ne Hole ChariÇ Golf Fundraiscr luly I I, 201I at Spdlumcheen Goff and CountrT Glub. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and we are inviting you to be part of the fun! We have attached a poster and registration forms.
Our Golf Tournament ¡s proven to be an afternoon of fun, excitement networking with other community members and a great dinner as well. Our Silent Auction and the RBC Putting Contest ($ 10,000 prize); $ 10,000 Hole in One prize, along with other contests have been very popular witlr regular partic¡pants.
We are inviting you to register yourself or a team. This year we will also be selling tickets for dinner only for those who cannot come out and golf but wish to join in on the fun with silent auction and draws. Perfect idea for spouses, friends or co-workers.
Each year the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club in Armstrong continues to endeavor to provide a safe,
supportive place where children and youth can e><perience new opportun¡t¡es, overcome barriers, build positive relations and develop confìdence and skills for life. Through our programs we have seen man), lives changed for the better. With the help from supporters such as you we will continue to See
improvements in our club's mission to provide a valuable selice to the yaung people in our community.
Please contact Elizabeth, Tournament Goordinatorr tt 250-5aó-34ó5 to register for the tournament We look forward to seeing you out on the course during this annual event
(Ortrnunfrl {E-rZ t/lc6 Cp.ztrzt I W Yours truly,
Jack Whelpley Area Director
r* 3459 Pleasant Valley R4 P.O. Box 332, Annstrong, BC VOE lB0
Tel.25O-546-3465 + Fax250-546-3468 * e-mail khopkins@boysandgirlsclubs.ca Website: www.boysandgirlsct¡þs.ca
Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs A good place to be.
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æSpMW["eoutrturehft 12:30 check -in
2:00 Shotgun Start
Featured Contests: $ I 0,000 Putting Contest Closest to the Pin Longest Drive Speed golf
All toumament proceeds fund our various Youth Programs!
Only $65 per person
Includes t holes on Spallumcheen's Executive course, a power cart, a deluxe barbeque dinner and tons of gteat prizes. Practice time at driving range prior to start.
C all Elizabeth to regist er at 250 -5 46-3 465 Or fa>r the completed form to 250-5 46-3468
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Subject: Letter of Support .
Sir, the legion is applying for a grant through New Horizon to install a fire suppressant system in our kitchen. All grants
require letters of support . As you are aware the legion is forefront when it comes to community functions and activities .
A letter of this recognition would be most appreciated. The installation of this safety system would allow us the opportunity to serve balanced and nutritional meals , not only to seniors but the community at large.
Sincerely
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ARMSTRTIVG Mayor Chris Pieper City of Armstrong 3570 Bridge Street, PO Box 40 Armstrong, BC VOE 1-80
Dear Mayor Pieper:
RE: DO lT FOR DAD - Sunday June 15, 2014
We would be most honoured to have you attend the 15th Annual DO lT FOR DAD Walk/Run in
support of Prostate Cancer awareness, testing and treatment. The event will take place on Father's Day, June 15 at Coldstream Ranch, with event registration at 8:30 am, followed by the race at 9:30 am sharp. Awards will be presented by our Honorary Chair, Dr. April Sanders, following the completion of the Run/Walk.
All funds raised at this event will stay in the North Okanagan Community and will benefit the Vernon Prostate Cancer Support Group to increase awareness of this disease and provide free prostate screenings for North Okanagan men. Funds raised from this year's event will also help purchase a Ureterorenoscope used by the Urologists at Vernon Jubilee Hospital for the treatment of Prostate Cancer.
The organizing committee hopes that you and your family will consider coming out in support of this very important community event. lf you have any questions, please contact me at the Foundation office, 250-558-1362 or by email eleanor.diekert@interiorhealth.ca
Please join us in the fight against Prostate Cancer. We look forward to seeing you at this year's eventl
May 29,20L4
Eleanor Diekert Project Officer
2101 - 32nd Street, Vernon BC VIT 512 tel 250.558.1362 fqx 250.558.4133 www.vihfoundotion.org Char rãb ê lax Number 1 1 s28 3372 FF000l
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CITY OFc ATLIANCE CORP Community, Commitment, Cooperation
}l4ay 30,2014 Chris Pieper Mayor Box 40 Armstrong, BC VOE 180
Dear Mayor Pieper,
Re: 2014 - l't Annual Energy, Mines & Natural Gas UBCM Breakfasts, \ilhistler, B.C.
It is my sincere pleasure to invite you to the l't annual breakfast and networking events during the Union of BC Municipalities Conference in Whistler, BC. The hosted breakfasts provide an opportunity to network, receive brief updates on resource projects throughout the province, and meet representatives of our sponsoring companies. There are two hosted breakfasts as follows:
. Energy and Mines Breakfast, Tuesday, September 23'd,2014 7:00 am - 8:30 am
o Guest of Honour: Minister Bill Bennett, Energy Mines and Core Review
. Natural Gas Sector Breakfast, Wednesday, September 24th,2014 7200 am - 8:30 am
o Guest of Honour: Minister Rich Coleman, Natural Gas Development
This invitation is being extended to all BC Mayors and Councilors, as well as Provincial Cabinet Ministers. The breakfasts are casual buffet style in the famous Garibaldi Lift Company Pub and Restaurant at the base of Whistler, a short five-minute walk from the UBCM events at the Whistler Convention Center.
A number of municipal leaders, MLAs and industry leaders suggested to us that UBCM is an
excellent occasion to bring together Government and resource sector leaders to informally talk about the issues and many opportunities that a healtþ, environmentally and economically sound resource sector presents to all British Columbians.
Seating is limited and will be assigned on a first-come, f,rrst-served basis. To support and encourage a broad spectrum of leaders from across the Province, we are limiting local Government seats to two per Municipal Council. Please RSVP to Sarah Weber sweber@c3alliancecorp.ca and speciff which event(s) you would like to attend.
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We look forward to seeing you at the inaugural Energy, Mines & Natural Gas Breakfast Series.
Sincerely,
cc. Minister, Rich Coleman, Minister, Natural Gas Development Minister, Energy Mines and Core Review Sponsors, 20I 4 Breakfast Series
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