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Downtown bar seeks change in hours
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Owner wants to open earlier for breakfast and close earlier at night BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
A toast may soon take on a whole new meaning at the Arlington Bar and Grill. At the Monday night meeting, Trail council green-lighted Arlington owner Jeff Boag’s request to open his establishment at 9 a.m. for breakfast service. Early risers may have a new nook but late night revellers will have to pack it in at 12:30 a.m. instead of 1:50 a.m., as he is also proposing a new closing time. “Whenever there is an amendment under consideration by the liquor control board, there is a process for local government to provide comment,” explained Michelle McIsaac, corporate administrator. McIsaac said council had to consider an increased potential for noise and other negative impacts on the community; consultation with the RCMP; and comments from adjacent property owner/occupants. One response was received by a property owner who was in support of the Arlington’s application for amendment. However, in his letter to council, the property owner also requested meeting with Arlington management to establish reasonable sound levels, improve crowd control at its corner door, and better monitoring of its patrons. “These are not conditions that council can impose,” countered McIsaac. “If noise that is generated is typical of operations then it is exempt (from the city’s bylaw) and an RCMP issue,” she said. “And the RCMP is supportive with this amendment.” Boag was on hand to address concerns regarding the permanent change to his liquor licence and did concede that the noise issue needs to be addressed. “I do understand the complaints because the stuff that goes on in the street such as yelling and screaming is quite frankly, as a business man, embarrassing,” he said. “One thing to remember about my application is that I am closing earlier and losing revenue in the end.” See COUNCIL, Page 3
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The registration frenzy began at the Trail and District Public Library on Tuesday as more than 40 kids turned out to sign up for the launch of the 2013 summer reading program. This year’s theme is “Up Up and Away” and encourages children of all ages “to get inspired and express yourself.” Kyle McInnes (left) and Connor Cackette were inspired to read and cut into some cake.
SALMO
New trails society asking for input BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
All walks and rides of life may soon be enhanced in the Salmo Valley. The Salmo Valley Trail Society formed earlier this month after the non-profit trail advocacy organization was allotted a $300 grantin-aid by Salmo council to established its society
status. “The society has a mission to create, enhance and preserve great trail experiences around the communities of Salmo and Ymir,” said Lisa Tedesco, society member. “And create a sense of community, which is a bonus.” On Thursday, the society is inviting the community to attend a meeting at the Salmo
Valley Youth and Community Centre from 6:30-8:30 p.m., to discuss potential projects and fundraising opportunities. Although no specific plans have been formalized, the society is working with the village to develop a junior bike skills area in the Knights of Pythias Park. “This is our first official
project,” said Tedesco. “Next is asking the community for input to pick other priority projects.” Over time, the society is hoping to establish “something for everyone,” including easy walking trails, intermediate hiking and biking trails and long and short trails. See TRAILS, Page 3
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