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By Lorene KeitchTHE OBSERVER

Th e District of Kent will soon be able to make more informed decisions about road planning thanks to a recent investigation into all things road-related in Agassiz.

Council hired Boulevard Transportation, a company that specializes in transportation planning and engineering services to undertake a detailed study of local road networks.

Data collection was done using a

variety of methods, explains Nadine King, transportation engineer with Boulevard. Automatic counters on roads collected data such as traffi c volume, speed and vehicle classifi cations like whether bicycles, cars or big rigs were traveling the road. Th ey also did manual counts at key intersections during peak hours, general observations and photo logging. Th ey collected information from the Ministry of Transportation and ICBC. On top of that, they looked at other studies

that had a connection to local transportation planning, including the Offi cial Community Plan (OCP), Active Transportation plan and other previous reports.

All the data helps paint a picture of the usage, concerns and future potential for the district’s 61 kilometres of paved roads and 19 kilometres of gravel roads and Ministry highways that run through the community.

Mayor John Van Laerhoven says the transporation network plan was

a logical next step following the recently-completed OCP. While he is waiting on Boulevard’s upcoming presentation to Council, Van Laerhoven says he already knows one concern he would like to see addressed: the lack of a bypass route through town for highway traffi c. As for other community priorities, he says that will take time to sort out.

“Th ere are as many viewpoints on this as there are people in town,” he says.

Roads study provides ammunition for districtNew transportation network plan gives the big picture on local roads

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Clayton, 6, and Santa Claus have some one-on-one time Saturday at Memorial Hall. This Agassiz boy was one of the more than 200 people who came to eat lunch with the jolly man and lovely wife, Mrs. Claus.

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Multiple fundraising eff orts for Agassiz-Harrison Community Services (AHCS) has led to overfl owing shelves and stuff ed hampers for families in need this Christmas.

Businesses, organizations and individuals have all been busy fundraising for this local nonprofi t group that provides individuals and families with a large Christmas hamper and toys each December.

“Our shelves are overabundant right now,” remarks Brenda Dondo, special events co-ordinator at AHCS.

She has watched with wonder at the outpouring of support from the local community.

“I’ve worked for nonprofi ts for many years, and this has been such an amazing experience for me personally,” she says. “We are so fortunate to have the generosity of this community here.”

Red Apple hosted a BBQ outside last Friday, adding $455 to the help buy gift s for kids this Christmas. Since the start of their fundraising eff orts for Community Services this season, Red Apple raised $3,126 value in toys for the Community Service’s Christmas hampers. Dondo and Laura Midan, executive director of AHCS plus volunteer Judy Pasemko picked up the cartfuls of toys Wednesday morning from Red Apple.

"Th is is wonderful," Midan

exclaimed as they rolled the buggies down Pioneer Ave. towards the hamper distribution building.

Th e Agassiz Fire Department did a food drive with help from Agassiz-Harrison Search and Rescue, scouts and BC Ambulance in early December. Th ey went door-to-door collecting cash donations, food and even toys.

Fire Chief Wayne Dyer says while the food drive went well, it was a late arrival donation that really fl oored him. Aft er collecting 5,149 food items and more than $1,000, he received a call last week from an donor for another cash donation to add to the total. Th e donor, who wishes to remain anonymous, wrote a cheque for $5,000.

All told, the emergency service’s food drive brought in $6,110 for Agassiz-Harrison Community Services.

Grade 5 and 6 students at Harrison Hot Springs Elementary School raised almost $160 for AHCS from raffl ing off two gingerbread houses. And the Agassiz library ran a food for fi nes program, allowing patrons to bring in donations for the food bank in exchange for waiving of fi nes.

Agassiz Elementary Secondary Schoool did a fundraiser and St. Anthony’s church also collected food and toys. Th e RCMP did their annual Stuff the Cruiser event, collecting food donations

and the 47th annual CarolFestival raised $1,591.

All the money raised for AHCSgoes towards supplying the foodbank and the Christmas hamperprogram, explains Midan.

“I am very impressed with thegenerosity of this community,”she says. “It’s heartwarming.”

Th is year, the 153 families whohave registered for a hamperwill be coming into CommunityServices today to receive aChristmas-themed hamper witha turkey and special indulgencefoods that most families in needjust can’t buy on their own likechips and dip or other treats.Th ey will also receive a regularhamper that is distributed everymonth.

On top of that, parents get togo into the Ho Ho Holiday Gift Shop and pick out a toy for theirkids. Th e room is jam-packedwith games and toys for all agesof kids.

“It empowers them to feelgood about themselves, to dothe shopping,” explains Dondo,adding while the parents can’talways control their fi nancialsituation, this gives them controlto pick a special gift for theirchildren.

As part of the hamper program,AHCS organized an Adopt-A-Family program this year. Th eirgoal was to have 25 per cent offamilies “adopted” by someoneand they surpassed that goal.Th e rest of the hampers are puttogether by AHCS.

Generosity fills the food bankRed Apple hosted a BBQ outside last Friday, adding $455 to the help buy gifts for kids this Christmas.

Th e most recent step undertaken by Boulevard was to host an open house in Agassiz last Th ursday, Dec. 11. Roughly 20 to 25 people showed up to listen to Boulevard’s fi ndings, ask questions and provide feedback. King says the main concerns from residents at the open house centred around the highway route through town. Issues include high truck traffi c and volume as well as the safety of pedestrian crossings along Cheam Ave.

Councillors Sylvia Pranger and Susan Spaeti attended the open house. Spaeti says what surprised her about the presentation was how few accidents were listed. While the accident statistics came from ICBC reports over the last fi ve years, the problem is there are so many traffi c incidents that aren’t reported, Spaeti relays.

“Th ere’s been so many near-misses and

that’s what’s scary,” says Spaeti. “We want to create a community where people can safely walk around.”

Spaeti hopes the

fi ndings of the study will provide more “ammunition” to work with the government for road network changes the District would

like to see happen on provincially owned roads.

Th e data will help the district come up with a plan for road classifi cations and potential future adjustments. King explains that classifi cation of roads helps determine road standards, such as how wide a lane should be or how big of a shoulder it needs. It will also allow the district to come up with an integrated plan for road networks, bicycle and pedestrian routes and facilities such as sidewalks and off -road trails through the community.

Now that the fi rst steps are done, Boulevard will be putting together a presentation for the District of Kent council in late January or early February. Th ere will also be another open house in the new year and a fi nal council presentation set for March.

At the end of the whole process, King says the community

should have a good idea of where the emphasis needs to be on future projects.

“We’ll end up with a plan for community priorities and costs and those allow the District to prioritize and plan,” concludes King.

One of the data collection methods used by Boulevard was a survey. Th ere is still one day to have your say on transportation issues in the District. Th e transportation network plan survey can be found on the district’s website on the homepage. Surveys must be completed by tomorrow, Friday, Dec. 19.

Meetings help set road priorities

Lorene Keitch/ ObserverMichael Lee, transportation technologist at Boulevard Transportation, explains the crash locations map to an Agassiz resident at last Thursday's open house.

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‘Suspicious house fire still under investigationBy Lorene KeitchTHE OBSERVER

Information is trickling in about the recent house fi re in Agassiz.

Th e fi re, which razed a house at Canterbury and Sheffi eld Drive on the night of Dec. 7, was intense.

"I've never seen a house fi re burn that quickly. Never, in the 25 years I've been here," says Wayne Dyer, Agassiz fi re chief.

It burned so quickly, Dyer recalls the upper fl oor was completely gone within eight minutes. Now the Agassiz RCMP are working to gather information as they piece together what happened.

“Th ere’s not a lot we can relay at this time,” says Cst. Ashley St. Germaine, media relations for the RCMP in the Upper Fraser Valley. But, she adds, “it is being treated as suspicious.”

Cst. Maisonneuve is a lead Agassiz RCMP investigator on the case. He is aware the public

wants to know more about this fi re, especially considering the size and force of the blaze.

“We spoke to some neighbours and they were fairly upset,” he says. “It was a big fi re and the houses are so close.”

What they do know is that a gas vapour explosion preceded the fi re and two males were seen running from the residence.

However, Cst. Maisonneuve says the public can help by submitting any video footage

or photos they may have taken before, during or aft er the fi re. Th e footage can help the RCMP put together a timeline for the events that night.

If you have any footage or any information that may help the Agassiz RCMP with this investigation, you are asked to phone 604-796-2211, or if you wish to remain anonymous, phone Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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It was a full house at the Agricultural Hall in Agassiz for the 47th annual Carol Festival last Th ursday, Dec. 11. Th e audience enjoyed performances from four elementary schools, the high school band and multiple choirs. Th ere was also carol singing for everyone between choir songs. A collection for Agassiz-Harrison Community Services raised almost $1,600. Laura Midan, executive director at Community Services, thanked everyone, saying "You truly will make a diff erence for Christmas this year."

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Lorene Keitch: A happy return

Lorene Keitch returns as editor of The Observer.

It’s good to be back.For those who don’t

recognize me, I was the editor here before Jessica Peters took over. I loved my job: learning something new every day, meeting interesting people and having the privilege of sharing their stories. I enjoyed the challenge of fi tting an incredibly active little pocket of the Fraser Valley into a weekly paper.

But my husband and I found an opportunity for adventure and took it, quitting our jobs to travel the world and write a book on behalf of a nonprofi t organization based in Chilliwack. Our plan was to fi nish the project then return to our chosen fi elds of work. However, when the dust settled and the suitcases were unpacked, we decided to start a family

instead.For the past

four years, I’ve had experience out of the newsroom that should be advantageous for this job. I’ve seen high speed chases in the living room and search and rescue operations for a beloved stuffi e.

I’ve been in the front row for dramatic productions put on by tired toddlers and sports coverage by budding young athletes. Every day, I explain how things works, face hostile negotiations and capture joy-fi lled moments.

So here I am, six years later with a published book and two children, back where I was before. In less than a week, I have caught up with some familiar faces and met some new ones. I have been late for an Agassiz presentation, sat through a Harrison meeting, listened in awe at the Christmas Carols concert and even met Santa Claus.

I love that, while some things might have changed, what has stayed the same is what matters. Th e Christmas carol concert was a testament to the closeness found in this community. Neighbours and friends stood on stage together singing songs of good cheer. Local students bravely stood in front of hundreds of people, entertaining

the audience with well-rehearsed songs. And the giving heart of the community showed through with more than $1,500 raised for Agassiz-Harrison Community Services. And as I sat there, seeing old and new faces joined in harmony, I felt blessed I get to be a part of all this.

So stop in and say hello. Give me a call or email to let me know what’s happening, pass along information or just to say hi. I’d love to hear from you. And hopefully, you’ll love hearing from me too as I share the stories that matter to you.

And of course Santa & Mrs. Clausfor joining us from the North Pole.

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Th e following are highlights from Tom Fletcher’s year-end interview with NDP leader John Horgan. For an extended version, see the Opinion section at www.agassizharrisonobserver.com.

TF: Th e B.C. Liberal government has given every indication they’re going to proceed with the Site C dam on the Peace River. What do you think?

JH: I’ve always maintained that it’s a good project, but it’s a question of when to add another $8-9-10-12 billion onto the backs of ratepayers.

First of all, go to the B.C. Utilities Commission and fi nd out if this is the power you need and if this is the time to build it. Th e

government refuses to do that, and I think that’s just an Achilles heel in this process.

TF: You voted for the liquefi ed natural gas income tax to provide certainty, and then you immediately said you would work to increase the LNG tax in 2017, before any major project could be started. How is that certainty?

JH: I thought it was important that the investment community in this sector knew there was bipartisan support for LNG in British Columbia. But we went from a seven per cent [tax] to a 3.5 per cent because of a soft ening market.

If there is a decline in return to the province because of a soft ening market, then surely over a 25-year period – not just between now and 2017, but if the market conditions change and prices go up – I think British Columbians would want their government to make sure they were getting a fair share of

that benefi t.TF: Why did you vote against the

LNG environmental legislation?JH: Th ey said prior to the

election that LNG would be the greenest in the world. And then

when they tabled legislation they left out 70 per cent of the emissions from upstream activity.

TF: Gordon Campbell’s great goal for greenhouse gases, 33 per cent reduction by 2020, can that be reached assuming a substantial LNG development?

JH: I fi nd it diffi cult to believe

that they're going to achieve those results. [Environment Minister] Mary Polak has a diff erent point of view, and our job as opposition is to hold them accountable to the numbers that they passed into law, and we’re going to do that.

One of the three sectors, housing, energy and transportation, where emission profi les can be managed downward is transportation. And the government has wasted 18 months talking about a referendum on [Metro Vancouver transit.]

TF: What’s your top priority for 2015?

JH: I think the public is going to increasingly fi nd aff ordability issues to be the challenge. We didn’t spend as much time as I had hoped to on hydro rate increases, ICBC. When the government balanced the budget, they did it by selling assets, and by increasing costs at their Crown corporations and then pulling that revenue in

for budget purposes.We’re going to have to use

new technologies and means of communication to better explain to people what the government’s doing to them.

TF: What should happen with the agricultural land reserve?

JH: I don’t think there was a groundswell of opposition to the ALR, quite the opposite in fact, and the commission has in my opinion, infi nite fl exibility to meet the demands of development in northern areas as well as urban centres.

I’m going to make sure that [agriculture critic] Lana Popham, who as you know is fearless on this issue, is let loose on [Agriculture Minister] Norm Letnick, and we’re going to dog this issue up to the next election.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press newspapers. Email: tfl [email protected]

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Christmas billsTh is is not a good time to be looking for a parking spot at the mall.Th e fi nal week before Christmas can be a harried, stressful time for

shoppers seeking that perfect gift to place under the tree.For many, it can also be too much for their bank accounts to bear.According to the Bank of Montreal, 11 per cent of Canadians

expect to go into debt to pay for their holiday spending.A survey last year by the Investors Group said almost one in four

Canadians felt helpless trying to control their spending during the holiday season, and 68 per cent of those over spenders admitted their lack of fi scal discipline over Christmas refl ects how they handle their money the rest of the year.

Of course retailers, banks and credit card companies are only too quick to exploit the pleasure we get from shopping.

Stores trumpet deals for no money down, no payments for 12 months, then bury the costs of such transactions, or the interest rate if the balance isn't fully paid, in minuscule fi ne print.

Banks extend lines of credit, fl oat loans against home equity.Credit card companies expect only minimal monthly payments

to maintain your standing. Some even send blank cheques, urging recipients to use them "like cash."

All to keep us spending.We're only too happy to oblige.BMO says we'll spend $1,517 this holiday season.Sadly, too many can't aff ord to spend that much; 31 per cent of

Canadians surveyed by Investors Group said they're concerned by their excessive spending. Another 18 per cent said their holiday season is ruined by their worries over how to pay for their indulgences.

When it comes to holiday shopping, it's oft en a case of short-term pleasure followed by long-term pain.

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“I think the public is going to increasingly find affordability issues to be

the challenge” ~ John Horgan

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We want to hear from you We want to hear from you this holiday season . . . . .this holiday season . . . . .Photos of decorating your tree, baking cookies - whatever you do to make the season special. Or send us a short story about your holiday traditions or memories.

We’ll run a few of our favourites in the paper and online.

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Nicole WrightDonna InkmanDeb VanLaerhovenJoanne WillemsSharon WeeksKaelin Duncan Tony VanLaerhovenDon & Gina ReimerMaureen & Bruce TurnerMal SheppardBob & Bev Kennedy Carol Chartrand Edith & Hartmut Berger Robin McCullough

Kay OlsonHeather DoerksenBarb KeyMarnie PickardKim DuncanVictoria Brooks HardingTaste of Agassiz Agassiz United ChurchAndy Brink and Todd Richard (School District #78) Tall Timbers B&BNellicia KlopDaniel KerkhoffBert & Cherry Hooper

to the community for your continued support.

A special thank you all whom helped make this event so successful

Cheam Village, Jane Klody & staff

Thank you

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4th Annual Christmas Morning for Seniors

No one should be alonethis Christmas!

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* December 25th, 8 am - 10 amat the Agassiz Legion

* Breakfast provided* Visit from Santa* Companionship* Free ticket available at the Legion,

the Agassiz Library and from ACE

To volunteer or make a donation to the event, contact ACE.

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My wife and I have been going to beautiful Harrison Hot Springs for over 30 years and have driven by an interesting-looking boat named I believed "Hefsted".

It is nestled in the brush on the right hand side of the road as you drive into Harrison.

I was wondering if anyone knew anything about this vessel.

Curious,Robert Gagnon

I would like to give a big "thank you" to my family who planned and worked so hard to put on such a wonderful party for my 90th birthday.

I was completely astounded by the number of people who came to help me celebrate this big day. It will be a day well remembered.

Th ank you everyone!Betty Korstad

At the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Lima, Canada is a pariah. We are seen as a holdout and a failure, a problem that the rest of the world is forced to deal with. It’s a dark period for our international reputation.

But that’s not the only story. While our climate record is indeed a failure, we still have much to be proud of as a nation, especially when it comes to aid for the less fortunate. Especially for global suff erers of Tuberculosis.

In 2010, while the world still

reeled from the consequences of economic collapse, Canada launched TB Reach. Th e purpose of TB Reach is to improve tuberculosis detection, and it has been very successful, at times doubling local case detection of the hardest to reach suff erers–those poorly serviced and living in remote populations. TB Reach has provided grants to 145 projects in 36 countries, and has helped save millions of lives.

But the clock is running out on TB Reach. Although

funding runs out this year, the federal government has been silent on the fate of our internationally lauded fund. It is in danger of being abandoned, just when Canada needs to show that we are not just a disappointment to our global neighbours. Climate is a divisive and complex issue, but saving the lives of those suff ering from TB is simple and cheap. More than ever Canada needs to fund TB Reach.

Nathaniel Poole

Hockey legend Jean Beliveau was laid to rest on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014. In his career, he took the Montreal Canadiens to 10 Stanley Cups. He even graced the cover of a 1956 Sports Illustrated, a fi rst for a hockey player. He had a grace, style and sportsmanship that you

don't fi nd in today's hockey players. Beliveau played for the love of the game. Today's players are only in it for the money.

I remember the 1969 season,when the Canadiens played the Chicago Blackhawks. Jean Beliveau scored four goals in that game,

the Canadiens went on to win 6-2.

When Beliveau retired in 1971, it was the end of an era in hockey. But the beginning of another with one goaltender named Ken Dryden, also of the Montreal Canadiens.

Harvey AndrewAgassiz, BC

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Th e District of Kent now owns three properties closeto each just past the Agassiz Rosedale and LougheedHighway intersection.

Th e purchases were made public at the Dec. 8regular Council meeting following an in-camerameeting of Nov. 24. Th e properties, which are mostlyzoned residential, have slowly been assembled. Th eyare at 1990 Green Road, and 6960 and 6970 LougheedHighway.

According to Wallace Mah, chief administrativeoffi cer for the district, there are no immediate plans forthese properties.

"Th ey are just for future consideration of potentialexpansion of District properties," Mah explained. "Wedon't want to speculate as to what may go there rightnow."

Mayor John Van Laerhoven says with a new Council,he would not want to assume what direction theCouncil might take with these lands.

"We're just being forward thinking about how thecommunity is growing," Van Laerhoven stated Tuesday.

District acquires more property

New school board policy eyedKerrie-Ann SchoenitTHE OBSERVER

Fraser-Cascade school district is considering a new draft policy that would allow trustees to make certain decisions without calling a special meeting.

Th e policy aims to ensure business is conducted in an effi cient and timely manner.

Poll votes would only be used to deal with a time sensitive emergent issue, where delay would negatively impact the board's interests, or to deal with matters that do not justify a special meeting.

Poll votes are usually conducted by telephone, fax or email by the secretary-treasurer or delegate.

"Th is is our policy developed for us," said trustee Rose Tustian.

She suggested that poll votes be conducted by conference call, which has become past practice for trustees dealing with urgent matters, and notice be given similar to special meetings. Th e district's bylaw states that written notice of a special meeting and an agenda should be given to each trustee at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting.

A poll vote would be called at the direction of the board chair, in consultation with staff and committee chair, when required. Passage of a poll vote requires a majority vote of the board of education.

Th e draft policy, which the board approved at their meeting Dec. 9, notes that it is the responsibility of trustees to check their messages regularly and the secretary-treasurer would report the result and rationale of any poll vote at the next regular/in-camera meeting of the board.

Motorists in B.C. will be required to slow down and switch lanes to give more room to any vehicle they encounter with fl ashing red, blue or yellow lights under a regulation change taking eff ect Jan. 1.

Th e Slow Down Move Over rule previously only applied to "offi cial vehicles" like emergency responders, tow trucks, park rangers and conservation offi cers.

Th e simplifi ed rule will also apply to all other vehicles

with those fl ashing lights – including those operated by highway maintenance workers, surveyors and garbage collectors – reducing the risk of those workers being hit by passing vehicles.

When those vehicles are

present drivers must slow to 70 km/h when in an 80 or higher zone, or 40 km/h in an under-80 zone. On multi-lane roads, drivers are to switch lanes where safe to do so to give more room. Violators face a $173 ticket.

Motorists reminded to slow down and move over

News

By Fran FroehlichSPECIAL TO THE OBSERVER

All Saints Anglican Church, the Agassiz-Harrison Lions Club and the B.C. Wooden Toy Makers hosted the sixth annual Kids Shopping event on December 9.

Th e grade 1 and 6 classes from Kent Elementary were invited to the hall to receive a free wooden toy from the B.C. Wooden Toy Makers, a stuff ed toy and 10 gift s for their families, all for only a toonie. Th ey had hot chocolate and cookies as well.

Th e children were thrilled when Santa made a surprise appearance! Th e money collected was given to charity.

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Students browse the selection at the 6th annual Kids Shopping event at the All Saints Anglican Church Dec. 9.

Breakfast for Seniors on ChristmasBy Lorene KeitchTHE OBSERVER

It’s an act of compassion and a show of love for volunteers who put together a breakfast for senior citizens every Christmas.

Th is will be the fourth annual Christmas breakfast for seniors and Tessa Brawn has volunteered at every one of them. She wouldn’t trade the early Christmas morning eff ort for anything.

“Just the feeling you get in the morning when they all have a smile on their face makes it worth it,” Brawn refl ects. "Th ey all say thank you. Some cry." And, she adds, they all come and go from there with smiles on their faces.

Th e event was started by ACE administrator Sandy Balascak. She got the idea back in 2011, mere days before Christmas. Th e term was wrapping up and Balascak started to wonder about

the senior citizens who had no family or friends with which to spend Christmas. Within fi ve days, she and her students, including Brawn, had put together a breakfast and served about 35 seniors.

It has continued to grow every year, with about 70 seniors attending last year. Th e amazing thing about the breakfast, Balascak shares, is it is completely donation-driven. From the food to the gift s, the kitchen staff and servers to the use of the legion, it's all done through the generosity of local businesses and individuals. Volunteers include legion members, Agassiz-Harrison senior peer support group members, ACE students and grads and other kind-hearted locals.

"Th e community really pitches in," says Balascak. "Th e volunteers come back year aft er year."

Right now, organizers coulduse a few more donations of gift s.Balascak recommends buyinggift cards to local stores andrestaurants. Gift s can be droppedoff at the Agassiz library. Th eyare also looking for a donationof beverages other than coff ee forthe breakfast.

Senior citizens have toldBalascak that, without thisbreakfast, they would havenothing to do or no one to spendChristmas with. Th is gives thema social outing on what could beone of the loneliest days of theyear.

"Th e energy from that roomis almost indescribable," saysBalascak. "Everybody's having agreat time."

Th e breakfast runs from 8-10a.m. at the Agassiz legion hallon Dec. 25. Th e event is free butyou do need a ticket, available atthe legion hall or the library untilDec. 24.

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Mario BartelBLACK PRESS

Kelly Chow doesn't look like Scrooge.

But his cautionary words would clamp shut the wallets of even the most frenzied Christmas shoppers.

Chow is a trustee in bankruptcy for BDO Canada. He's the guy people get sent to see when they've spent too much money and can no longer pay their bills.

Unfortunately, said Chow, the weeks and months aft er the holiday buying binge are oft en his busiest.

According to the Bank

of Montreal, Canadians will spend an average of $1,517 this Christmas, a lot of it on credit. Th at will be added on to the $20,000 the average Canadian already owes, not including their mortgage.

When those credit card bills start arriving in January's mail, it can be a tipping point for some, said Chow. Th ey make the minimum monthly payment and fi gure they're on top of things. Th ey start using credit cards to pay off other credit cards, or they borrow against the equity they've

accumulated in their house.

But there's a price to be paid for such bad habits, said Chow. Oft en that's an appointment with him.

"Credit cards divorce the pain of spending with the pleasure of buying," said Chow. "It makes it easy to fall into a bad cycle."

Chow said we're conditioned to spend money. Shopping is pleasurable. Never more so than during the Christmas season; gift s make people happy.

"It strokes your ego," said Chow.

But not managing expectations and exceeding a budget can bring dire consequences.

"Credit can be a short-term fi x," said Chow. "But like most things in life, it will only get worse."

Chow said most people with debt problems will do

anything they canto avoid a meetingwith him, includingaccumulating evenmore debt.

"We're like theundertakers of theeconomy," said Chow."Nobody wants to seean undertaker."

To avoid that fate,Chow has several simplesuggestions:• Resist online shopping.It's too easy and makesthe consequences ofthat spending seem tooremote.• Track income andexpenses. Spend onlycash you have on hand.Debt is like spendingyour future.• Make a budget forholiday spending, andstick to it. Chow said agood way to start is byexamining "needs andwants."• Be open and frankabout money.

"Th e moneydiscussion should notbe taboo at any time ofyear," said Chow.

Avoiding post-holiday debt bluesMARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER

As a trustee in bankruptsy for BDO Canada, Kelly Chow has seen the tragic results of people overextending their spending,especially at Christmas.


Pursuant to s. 127 of the Community Charter, Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs hereby gives notice of the following schedule for the Regular Council Meetings for 2015

January 19 2015February 2 2015 February 16 2015 March 2 2015 March 16 2015 April 7(Tuesday) 2015 April 20 2015 May 4 2015 May 19(Tuesday) 2015 June 1 2015 June 15 2015 July 13 2015 August 10 2015 September 14 2015 October 5 2015 October 19 2015 November 2 2015 November 16 2015 December 7 2015 December 21 2015

Regular meetings commence at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Council Chambers, 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs.

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PUBLIC NOTICESNOW & ICE CONTROL

The District of Kent’s response to winter events varies according to the individual characteristics of each event and availability of resources. Roads are checked early in the morning and the appropriate Public Works’ staff is called in to address the situation.

District of Kent priorities for snow and ice removal include:

• Opening access for emergency service providers, such as Fire and Ambulance• Opening school bus routes on school days• Opening rural milk truck routes• Opening prison access routes• Clearing the commercial core and opening collector routes

Once mobility is restored to these priority areas work can start on municipal subdivisions, sidewalks and parking lots. Exceptions will be made for emergencies.

Townsite plowing often starts with clearing driving lanes by plowing toward the curb. Driveways do become obstructed from street plowing. Please note that the District cannot open private driveways or roads.

Some important things to remember during a snowfall:• Property owners are responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks or footpaths

bordering their property by 12:00 noon the day following the accumulation. • Vehicles should be parked in your driveway so as to allow snow plows to properly

maintain roads.• When shoveling snow place it on your lawn; grass is dormant and will not be affected.

Please avoid placing or piling any snow or ice upon any roadway, sidewalk or boulevard.• If you must place snow on the roadway, place it to the right when facing the roadway so

when the snow plow passes it will not re-plow snow back into your driveway. Winter events are often followed by rain. Snow or ice in the curb lane can interfere with drainage and may cause possible fl ooding. Therefore, on roads that are wide enough, the District frequently “windrows” the snow down the centre of streets to permit proper drainage. The intersections are opened completely to allow the proper fl ow of traffi c.Please use caution when traveling during winter conditions:• Drive more slowly and watch for pedestrians• Leave more room from the vehicle in front of you• Ensure your vehicle has good winter tires and is in good repair• Leave extra room when in the vicinity of snow removal equipment.For additional information please contact the District of Kent at 604-796-2235

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BC Transit will be running its holiday schedule in Chilliwack and Agassiz between Dec. 24 and Jan. 2, with some changes that riders need to be aware of.

In Chilliwack, regular service will end at 7 p.m. on Dec. 24. Sunday service will be in eff ect on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1. Regular service will be provided from Dec. 27 to 31.

In Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs (Route 11), there will be regular service on Dec. 24 and from Dec. 27 to 31. Th ere will be no service on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1. Regular service for both systems resumes on Jan. 2.

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Students from Agassiz Christian School (right)

and Sts'ailes school (above) recently received awards from the Agassiz Legion, Br. 32, for their eff orts in

the Annual Remembrance Day Poster and Literary

Contest, sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion.

Th e fi rst place in each category will go to Zone

level and compete against others from the Langley to

Hope area. Submitted photo

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Story Time in the Park is running under new leadership for 2015. Th e Fraser Cascade Literacy Task Force will be taking the lead role on this popular summer program.

“Th e Fraser Cascade Literacy Task Force has been actively engaged in STITP for years and will be a great fi t to carry on this work in the community,” said Marla Rosenberg, Read Right Society president. “Th is transition will allow the program to continue while allowing Read Right to work towards other community literacy programs.”

STITP is a summer literacy program held in the Fraser Cascade Region (Hope, Boston Bar, Agassiz and Harrison) that strives to improve literacy amongst preschool children, school aged children, youth and families. STITP improves literacy by leading by example and providing tools for children and families to experience and enjoy reading together. Each week during July and August, STITP includes: • the reading of a story by a local public fi gure or author • children’s literacy related entertainment (i.e. music, talent shows, activities) • one free copy of the week’s book/family • free used books • free snacks

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"Education with a Difference" Preschool begins Wednesday, January 4!

Limited space available for children born in 2007 & 2008Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 - 11:30 am

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Agassiz Christian Reformed Church 7452

Morrow Rd. Sun. at 10 am. Call 604-703-9558

Agassiz United Church 6860 Lougheed

Highway. 604-796-2680 Agassiz United Church

Sunday Service & Sunday School at 10:30 am.

All Saints Anglican Church 6904 #9

Highway, Agassiz. Holy Eucharist at 10 am Sun.

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church 7237

Morrow Road. Sunday 9 am & 11 am, Tues. to Sat.

9am. Everyone Welcome. Contact Father Joaquim

Dias 604-796-9181.

Central Community Church Meets at the

Ag Hall at 6800 Pioneer Ave. Sunday 10:30 am

Kids Ministry as well. For more info visit www.

central365.org

The Harrison Gospel Chapel Sunday

Worship Service begins at 10:30 am. 514 Lillooet

Ave, HHS. Call 604-796-9500 Everyone welcome.

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Join Us In Worship

Community Corner

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Groups and Activities

Community EventsAnglican Church hosts Christmas Dinner

- December 25th. Doors open at 2pm with dinner

served at 3pm. Everyone welcome! Dinner is free

with donations gladly accepted. FMI call Marceline

at 604-796-0560

Community Christmas Dinner - Tonight at the

Agricultural Hall. Doors open at 5:45pm with dinner

served from 6pm to 8pm.

Agassiz Library hosts: Photos with Santa Crackle

- Saturday, December 20 from 11am to 3pm at the

Agassiz Library. Sit under our Christmas tree and

have a holiday photo taken with Crackle the Crow.

Sponsored by the Agassiz Library Society: Friends of

the Library. No charge for the photo. All welcome,

not appointment needed.

4th Annual Christmas Morning for Seniors -

Christmas morning at the Agassiz Legion from 8am

- 10am. FREE tickets available at the Legion, library &

ACE. FMI email [email protected]

Agassiz Legion Presents: Newfi e New Year’s Eve

Dinner/Dance - Wednesday, December 31st starting

at 4:30pm. Tickets available at the Legion, call 604-

796-2332

Dickens Sweets presents: Dickens 16th Annual

Animated Christmas Village - Open now until

January 10th, 2015. All ages welcome and admission

is free. FMI visit dickenssweets.com or call 604-793-

1981.

The Farm House Natural Cheeses Presents:

Annual Live Nativity Scene & Pageant - Saturday,

December 20th from 2pm and 6pm. Join Mary &

Joseph as they reenact the true Christmas Story.

Donations gladly accepted on behalf of Haiti Arise

towards their Goat Farm Project. Come have your

photo taken with the live nativity scene!

TONITE - 7PM ANNUAL CAROL FESTIVAL

AGASSIZ AGRICULTURAL HALL

ALL WELCOME!

Seniors Friendship House Drop-In - Mon. Seniors Walking to Music at 10 am, Sit & Fit at 10:30 am, Bingo at 1 pm, Seniors Learn to Line Dance at 4 pm; Tues. Bridge and Cribbage at 1 pm.; Wed. Floor Curling at 1 pm.; Fri. Floor Curling at 1 pm. FMI call 604-796-3422.Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604-576-9734 or email [email protected]

Agassiz Harrison Senior Peer Support - Knit & Natter Group: We meet every Thursday at Dogwood Manor on Morrow Rd., Agassiz. Everyone welcome. Call Eunice 604-796-9841Tuesday is Toonie Day Bowling - Agassiz and Harrison seniors are encouraged to come out and join 5 pin bowling every second and last Tuesday of each month starting at 3pm at Chillibowl Lanes, Chilliwack. Car pool available. Call Kay FMI at 604-316-3318

December 2014

FOR KIDSKidz at the Cross - Harrison Elementary - Thurs. 6 - 7:30 pm Grades 4, 5 & 6 Registration & team leader - Carol Cartmell 604-793-0171 or [email protected] Crafts • Games • LessonAgassiz Kids At The Cross - Thursdays at the Ag Recreation Centre in Agassiz. FMI call Ettie 604-819-6822Better Beginnings - Pre/post natal education, nutrition & support. Lunch is provided. Tues. 10 am to 1 pm. 7272 Morrow Rd. FMI call 604-796-0313Strong Start - Mon. - Fri. 12:30 - 3:30 pm at Kent Elementary School. Free drop-in for kids 0 - 5. FMI call Kent Elementary at 604-796-2161.Preschool Storytime Fridays from 10:15 – 11:00 am - Bring us your babies, your toddlers, your preschoolers. If you are a mom, a dad, a friend, a nana or a banana, come and meet some new friends

at Agassiz Library Storytime. Join Crackle the library crow, Pete the Cat and Terrill for storytime fun and super surprises. Refreshments, drop in, free.Agassiz Harrison Family Parenting Place - Meet friends, old & new! Parents/caregivers with their children 0 - 6 are welcome. Mon., Weds. & Thurs. 9:30 am - 1 pm 7272 Morrow Rd. FMI call 604-796-0313Coff ee Break/Story Hour - A weekly Bible Study for ladies & children 0-5. Weds. 9:30 am Agassiz Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road. FMI call or text 604-997-44841789 The Royal Westminster Regiment Cadet Corps - Westie Army Cadets Training at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No 228 - 344 Fort Street Hope Wed. 6:30 PM - 9 pm. Free for ages 12 - 19. FMI contact Captain M.E. Sam Ronholm, CD at [email protected] or call 604-799-8897

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GrypuikSam – January 1, 2005

Violet – Decemeber 24, 2001

Your family continues to, and will always, miss you both so deeply. We are all so blessed to have had you in

our lives, to share our love and care. You are forever in our thoughts and hearts.

God bless you Mom & Dad and Merry Christmas.Your Loving family, xoxo

FARM WORKERRequired for UBC Dairy Education & Research Centre

in Agassiz, BC

Duties Include milking, feeding animals,assisting with research projects and field work.

Excellent benefi t package & great team environment!

Please forward your resume & cover letter (quoting position title) to:

email: [email protected] or Fax: 604-796-8413

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit, is committed to employment equity, and encourages all qualifi ed individuals to apply.

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The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a persuasive manner (previous sales experience preferred, but not essential), is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Training is provided.

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Please send your application in confi dence to:

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Closing Date: Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

6 IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

7 OBITUARIES

PICWELLKevin James

Passed peacefully in his sleep at home December 4, 2014 at age 66. He is greatly missed by loving wife Sheila, daughters Kendra and Ally (Kevin), grandchildren Danielle, Caleb, Tyler, Journey, Meadow, Layla and his brother Trevor (Donna). A Celebration of Life will be held in January 2015. There will be an announcement in the Vancouver Province with the date and time. In lieu of fl owers, donations to Canadian Blood Services appreciated.

“The song is ended but the melody lingers on”-Irving Berlin

RADFORD Bruce (Boommer)

Aug 10, 1953 - Dec 13, 2014

Loved Logging, Loved Us. We miss you already. Have peace. Love Shawn, Sadie, Reece (Candace), Brendan, Paige & Buttons Radford.

xoxoxox

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42 LOST AND FOUNDFOUND: Set of Keys in front of Petro’s Pizza on the weekend. Can be claimed at Petro’s Pizza. 7244 Pioneer Ave.,Agassiz. 604-796-2411

FOUND: VW Car Keys near Pros-pera Credit Union Dec 12. Taken to the District of Kent Offi ce, Agassiz.

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIESGET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Web-site WWW.TCVEND.COM.

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

NURSERY ADMINISTRATIVE AS-SISTANT. Extraordinary administra-tive assistant required full-time to assist our diverse team at NATS Nursery. Duties to include sales support, administration and recep-tion. Candidate must have a high energy level, be good at multitask-ing and have excellent interperson-al and customer service skills. See www.natsnursery.com/about us/job opportunities for a detailed job de-scription and to learn more about what we do. This position would suit an individual with a passion for hor-ticulture. We offer a competitive salary package including extended health care.. Email resume to:[email protected]

PROGRESSIVE Industrial Vegeta-tion Service Company is seeking a Branch Manager to oversee its op-erations in the Grande Prairie, AB region. The successful applicant will have management experience and excellent communication and peo-ple skills. This position offers a competitive remuneration package and time off fl exibility in the winter months. Interested applicants can email their resume to [email protected]

115 EDUCATION

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130 HELP WANTED

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TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hrWork Today, Daily or Weekly Pay

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124 FARM WORKERS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

130 HELP WANTED

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

Port Hardy, BC.Busy GM dealership looking for two full time positions to

be fi lled immediately.Certifi ed GM technician

Ticketed BodymanVery competitive pay scales, benefi ts, and fl exible schedules.Send resume to

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PERSONAL SERVICES

172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

Ann’s Angel Readings and Mediumship.

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182 FINANCIAL SERVICESAre You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a signifi -cant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783

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124 FARM WORKERS

PERSONAL SERVICES

191 NUTRITION/DIET

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

260 ELECTRICAL

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

287 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

320 MOVING & STORAGE

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130 HELP WANTED


329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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338 PLUMBING

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130 HELP WANTED

INDEX IN BRIEFFAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ............... 1-8

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

REAL ESTATE ............................... 603-696

RENTALS ...................................... 703-757

AUTOMOTIVE .............................. 804-862

MARINE ....................................... 903-920

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5 IN MEMORIAM 5 IN MEMORIAM

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Land Act:

Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Take notice that Statlu Resources Inc. from

Mission, BC has applied to the Ministry of Forests

Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO),

South Coast Region, for a lease as an Industrial fi ll site situated on Provincial Crown land in the

Vicinity of DL 7760, GP 1 NWD located at 10km on the Chehalis River Road, north of Harrison Mills.

The Lands File for this application is 2409808. Written

comments concerning this application should be

directed to the Senior Land Offi cer, South Coast Region, MFLNRO, at 200-10428 153rd Street, Surrey, BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received

by MFLNRO up to January 23, 2015. MFLNRO may

not be able to consider comments received after this

date.

Please visit the website at

www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp

for more information.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement

will be considered part of the public record. For

information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor

at the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource

Operations’ offi ce for the South Coast Region.

LAND ACT:Notice of Intention

to Apply for aDisposition of Crown Land

Take notice that HydroRun Technology Ltd from

Vancouver, BC has applied to the Ministry of

Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations

(MFLNRO), New Westminster Land District

for an Investigative License for the purpose of

Waterpower situated on Provincial Crown Land

located 13km west of Hope BC at 49°21’28.96”

N, 121°35’3.43” W

The Lands File for this application is 2411063.

Written comments concerning this application

should be directed to the Senior Land Offi cer, New

Westminster Land District, MFLNRO, at 200-10428

153 Street, Surrey BC V3R 1E1. Comments will

be received by MFLNRO up to January 15, 2015.

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378 VACUUMS

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PETS

477 PETSCATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

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Yorkshire Terrier, 10 week old male Shots & dewormed. Vet checked Black & tan. $900. 604-828-2806

Yorkshire Terrier to re-home, 4 yr old intact female, CKC reg, cham-pion lines, serious inquires only $1000. (604)858-9758

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

560 MISC. FOR SALE

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

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STEEL BUILDINGS...”REALLY BIG SALE!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

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RENTALS

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Harrison Hot Springs, 328 Espla-nade Ave., 2 bdrm apt. 2 bath, 5 appl., 2 u/g parking spots, neat as a pin with view of the lake, pet ne-got., avail. now $850/m, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077

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Councillor Susan Spaeti

Councillor Duane Post

Mayor John Van Laerhoven

Councillor Sylvia Pranger

Councillor Darcy Striker

Our Winter 2015 Leisure Guide will be available through Canada Post on January 9! Discount Days are January 12 - 14. Register for programs during this time and save 10% off the posted fees.

Our Fitness Class schedule begins January 6. Please see the schedule posted at the Community Recreation & Cultural

Centre for class options and times. Registration is now open for the Winter session of Variety Play!This program is for preschoolers age 3 - 5 years and runs twice

per week for two hours per day. Classes begin January 6.

Several loud explosions alerted neighbours to a vicious house fire in residential Agassiz on the evening of Sunday December 8. While the house was engulfed in flames and eventually destroyed, the District of Kent Fire Department worked quickly and efficiently to maintain the blaze. The District of Kent would like to recognize the hard work exuded by the fire crew, paramedics and RCMP first responders while they managed to contain the

fire and keep neighbours and community members safe from further damages.

Members of the Fire Department are constantly training and participating in various exercises that prepare them for emergency situations such as the one experienced last Sunday. The District is grateful for the fire fighters’ dedication and commitment to excellence that enables them to fulfill their duties and consistently protect the citizens of Agassiz.

Rapid response time and effective training and communication were key in following through with operations to extinguish the fire. The District of Kent would like to extend a sincere thank you and congratulations to all the Fire Department members who participated and for their hard work and continued support throughout the community and maintaining the safety of Agassiz and surrounding areas through their commitment to excellence and safety.

KENT’S NEW COUNCIL

It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is upon us. This is a time for family and friends and an opportunity to reflect on the year while looking forward to the future. 2014 was an exceptionally busy year for the District of Kent, full of progress and development for the community both in spirit and projects throughout Agassiz.

Traditionally, the holidays bring about a special feeling of togetherness, strengthening bonds between friends and family and instilling a warmth that comes with sharing and caring for each other during the season. In Agassiz we are fortunate enough to experience these feelings all year long. A rewarding example of the pride District residents have in their town is our newly expanded Community Recreation & Cultural Centre. Together the citizens of Kent raised $150,000 to contribute to the centre’s construction. The motivation to improve our community attracted the attention of the Sedin Family Foundation and as a result we now have a beautiful, fully equipped facility for everyone to enjoy. I could not be more proud to be part of such a wonderful community.

Looking forward, I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as Mayor for the District once more. I enthusiastically anticipate working closely with residents and Council to continue to move Agassiz toward the goals outlined in our updated Official Community Plan. Recently, downtown Agassiz was chosen as a filming location for the upcoming television series Wayward Pines. The filming brought in an additional $309,000 for the District and I am pleased to have received input on how to best redistribute these funds throughout our town. A few highlights that demonstrate the great work that was accomplished this past year include the reconstruction of Cameron Road, the widening and addition of a sidewalk at Morrow Road, completing the installation of the Hammersley Flood Box as well as receiving the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting for six consecutive years.

As 2014 comes to a close, I’d like to make special mention of all our community heroes and volunteers who commit themselves all year to make a positive difference in our lives. I thank Lorne Fisher and Holger Schwichtenberg for serving the community with dedication and passion during their time as councillors. To all members of our new Council, Duane Post and Sylvia Pranger, Susan Spaeti and Darcy Striker, I look forward to working with you all over the next four years.

I wish all the very best for all the District’s residents this season, hoping you take care and cherish the time spent with family and friends. Happy holidays from myself, Council and the staff at the District of Kent. We are excited to begin another great year in 2015.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

~ Mayor John Van Laerhoven

Start burning the Christmas Calories by participating in our FITGO! Challenge!

Cards will be available on January 2 for the first game!

Looking for a gift that saves the environment and is great for your health? Why not give a Gift Card to the Community Recreation &

Cultural Centre. We offer a weightroom, fitness classes and a gymnasium for some active play!

THANK YOU TO THE FIRE DEPARTMENT!

A FRIENDLY REMINDER TO RESIDENTS that if you are traveling by foot or bike in the evening, remember to wear light coloured or reflective clothing, and use sidewalks as well as crosswalks! Winter months are especially dark and it can be difficult for motor vehicle drivers to see, especially in the rain. Making yourself visible will help ensure you arrive safely to all your destinations this holiday season.

Box 70, 7170 Cheam AvenueAgassiz BC V0M 1A0

Tel 604.796.2235 | www.district.kent.bc.ca

HAVE YOU OBTAINED ORRENEWED YOUR DOG LICENCE?

COMMUNITY RECREATION COMMUNITY RECREATION & CULTURAL CENTRE& CULTURAL CENTRE

CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY HOURSHOLIDAY HOURS

Dec 24 ClosedDec 24 ClosedDec 25 ClosedDec 25 Closed

Dec 26 8:00 am – 1:00 p.m.Dec 26 8:00 am – 1:00 p.m.Dec 27 – 30 Regular HoursDec 27 – 30 Regular HoursDec 31 Closed at 5:00 p.m.Dec 31 Closed at 5:00 p.m.

Jan 1 – CLOSEDJan 1 – CLOSED

COMMUNITY RECREATION COMMUNITY RECREATION & CULTURAL CENTRE& CULTURAL CENTRE

CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY HOURSHOLIDAY HOURS

Dec 24 ClosedDec 24 ClosedDec 25 ClosedDec 25 Closed

Dec 26 8:00 am – 1:00 p.m.Dec 26 8:00 am – 1:00 p.m.Dec 27 – 30 Regular HoursDec 27 – 30 Regular HoursDec 31 Closed at 5:00 p.m.Dec 31 Closed at 5:00 p.m.

Jan 1 – CLOSEDJan 1 – CLOSED

PROPERTY TAXES & UTILITIES PAYMENTS

Payment for 2014 Property Taxes and

Utilities MUST be received no later than

FRIDAY, January 2, 2015 at 4:30pm,

otherwise any unpaid balances will be transferred to arrears

taxes and subject to daily interest.

MUNICIPAL HALL HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURE

2014 - 2015

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS:Sewer/Water Calls: 604-796-9145Public Works Calls: 604-796-9005

CLOSED: WED., DEC. 24, 2014TO: THURS., JAN. 1, 2015

REOPENING: FRI., JAN. 2, 2015

We would like to wish We would like to wish you a safe and happy holiday season!you a safe and happy holiday season!

Community news cover ing December 2014

agassiz observer, december 18, 2014

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