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Local food bank usage follows national trend BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
Anyone watching the news probably remembers seeing many stories about the increasing use of food banks across Canada. The most recent Hunger Count Canada (2013 statistics) released on Monday, shows that in five years, food bank usage rose by 20 per cent in the province. That translates into 94,000 British Columbians a year, needing a hand up to make ends meet. Trail is part of the trend. All the local food banks report that their services grow year-to year with more people seeking help to feed themselves or their families with weekly rations or monthly hampers. The Trail Salvation Army Family Services reports a 17 per cent increase in food bank usage since this same time last year. In October alone, the Rossland Avenue site has supplied mostly young families and single men with 585 food hampers. The organization's soup kitchen served up 1,410 meals throughout the month and on top of that, launched a new program that focuses on school aged children called the Lunch Program. Every two weeks a parent can pick up an additional box of sustenance that contains granola bars, fruit, juice boxes, bread and lunch meat so his or her child has a daily lunch at school. “It's hard for people to come in and ask for help,” says Linda Radtke, from the Trail branch. “That's why we always say we are not giving a hand out, we are giving a hand up.”
An underlying problem, according to Hunger Count, is that although the country is in a time of apparent economic recovery, the root of the problem is low income – both short and long term. This includes the Greater Trail area after a local gender-based study by Women Creating Change, showed that one-third of the local female labour force works in lower-wage occupations. The report highlighted the fact that in a two-parent-two-child family, each parent must work 35 hours a week, and earn $18.15 per hour for a net income of $60,000 to live in Greater Trail – and that's nothing extravagant, just basics like healthcare, transportation and child care. Additionally, the report revealed than the share of single parent Income Assistance caseloads in the Lower Columbia was 29 per cent, which is higher than the B.C. average of 25 per cent in Sept. 2011. Dorothy, (who only gave her first name due to the food bank's privacy guidelines) a long time volunteer at the Beaver Valley United Church food bank, says the need for the Fruitvale-based service fluctuates, as do the people accessing it. Young couples and young families to seniors or those on disability have accessed the church's food hamper program, which is held every Thursday. She maintains that the growing use of food banks isn't about numbers– rather it's a human interest story. “People are almost apologetic for having to come to the food bank,” she said. “They are all very appreciative, “Dorothy explained. “But there are very different reasons for needing help. Our idea is not to furnish them with all the food they need,
it's to be a stop gap to help them through a period when everything seems to run out, or until their next cheque.” Within rural B.C., the Hunger Count report identifies women as the largest demographic sector accessing food banks, and the household type is mostly single people followed by single families. In Radtke's experience as services manager at the Trail Salvation Army branch,
those percentages are reflective of Trail, because she notes most clients are single men, followed by young families. “Even when it's a couple or family that needs the hamper, the male almost always comes in to pick it up,” she added. “For quite awhile now, most of our hampers are going to single men, not women.” To donate to the Beaver Valley Food Bank, contact Dorothy at (250) 367-9965.
bunched similar questions together and gave each candidate an equal chance to answer. First up, candidates were asked to voice their thoughts on recreation, the deal made with Trail and what they want to see in the future for Fruitvale. Incumbent Bert Kniss claimed the answer to Fruitvale's recreation issue comes down to getting concrete numbers. “The point that we keep coming back to is, what are the real numbers?” he said. “Now information is available and I feel that a lot of the information that has been coming out to us has been very hard to believe. Our job as councillors is to be
fiscally responsible. What are people being asked to pay for and what are we getting for that?” Candidate Stephen Morissette had some concerns about the current reimbursement program and the impact it may have on families and residents with lower incomes. “It is probably hardest on lower income people that can't afford to put out that extra money to go to the pool and then wait for reimbursement,” he said, adding that a new, but fair deal is needed to close the gap between money reimbursed and money spent by the council on recreation. “To date, about $30,000 of reimburse-
ments have gone out. The budget was $215,000 to pay Trail for the deal. We are a long ways from reaching that amount of money yet.” Infrastructure was the next topic up for discussion, with Clarke asking candidates what their first priority would be when it came to fixing up Fruitvale. Candidate Mark Schmutz says he wants to see some senior's housing in the area. “A few years ago, we tried to get a low income senior's housing project and it hasn't happened, but I would like to see something like that start up again,” he said to the audience of voters. See CANDIDATES, Page 2
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Linda Radtke (left) and Linda Sullivan from the Trail Salvation Army food bank, display items that are part of the branch's newly launched Lunch Program. Every two weeks, a parent of school aged children can pick up a box of supplies, such as juice boxes, apples and lunch meat from the Rossland Avenue location. For information, contact the food bank at (250) 364.0445.
Village issues top concerns at Fruitvale forum BY LIZ BEVAN Times Staff
Fruitvale Memorial Hall echoed with questions about recreation, infrastructure and local business, posed to candidates vying for a seat around the councillor table. In the final forum before election day, the Tuesday night event presented the Fruitvale candidates a chance to explain why they were the best option for the job of helping to run the village. With no mayoral race it was just councillor candidates on the panel. Forum moderator, Ron Clarke, gathered questions from the over 50 attendees,
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businesses thrive good mom-and-pop youth/middle aged Hosted by the Trail was a concern raised organizations in our residents of Fruitvale, and District Chamber by the audience, and town and if they ask us the Lower Columbia of Commerce, the the consensus on the for something, then Initiatives Corporation Fruitvale forum was panel was to leave we definitely try to do and amalgamation the fourth, after them to do their work everything we can for with surrounding Montrose, Trail and and provide support if them. We try and work communities were Warfield, and the last they needed it. with them and assist the other issues and one before voters take “We have a good them in anything they concerns brought up to the polls. relationship with our may need.” by audience members Voting day for all local businesses,” said The environment, throughout the eve- municipalities holding incumbent Tabitha programming for ning. elections is Nov. 15. Webber. “They are great about helping us out when we need things. We tried at one point to have a business association and it MARKETWIRED will be up at city work sites and didn’t really go over CASTLEGAR – CUPE 2262 CUPE members will be off the job. well. We have very members who work for the City of Key outstanding issues include Castlegar have issued 72-hour strike job security and serious concessions notice of a full withdrawal of service. that would undercut CUPE’s abilCUPE 2262 president Leford ity to properly represent members Lafayette said in a press release that when disputes arise. The union has following Monday night’s presenta- also raised concerns about the City Financial Services tion to city council, it is clear that hiring more managers and contractelected officials are not focused on ing out services Plan ahead and make getting back to the bargaining table CUPE 2262 represents 34 memregular automatic and reaching a fair deal with city bers who work for the City of Castlegar. workers. contributions to your The current agreement expired “We do not want to be in a posRetirement Savings ition to take full-scale strike action, in February 2013. No bargaining has Plan or Tax Free with disruption for residents and taken place since a second round of local businesses. But given the lack mediated talks failed to find a resoSavings Account. of response by our current mayor lution September. The union has Call or drop by for more information and council, we don’t feel like we been engaged in limited job action in the form of a ban on overtime have other options,” said Lafayette. 1577 Bay Avenue, Trail since August. Effective Saturday, picket lines (250) 364-1515
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he Trail Times offered the opportunity to Rossland mayoral candidates to introduce themselves to our readership and answer some basic questions. • What is the #1 challenge you see facing the council, committee or board you wish to join? What is your strategy to resolve it? • What outstanding issue from the last three years needs to be resolved? The mayoral candidates were asked to limit their answers to approximately 400 words to allow space for all candidates to reply. The mayoral candidates responses are in their own words. The Rossland council candidates were profiled by Rossland News writer Sam Van Schie.
Kathy Moore – Mayor Kathy Moore, 61, Rossland City Other major challenges: Setting goals Councillor for six years, is passionate and objectives for the new term, improvabout municipal government and looks ing regional collaboration, increasing forward to working for the betterment of speed and reliability of internet access, Rossland in this new role. Prior to retireresolving personnel issues, improving ment, she was a partner in a marketing governance and community engageand sales management consultancy. ment. Earlier, she was a corporate National These ongoing projects will require Sales Manager, responsible for 36 thoughtful planning. employees. She has a law degree and, Some residual issues to be addressed: while called to the Bar, did not practice. The community deserves a full report Her education has given her a solid on the arena project and a progress Kathy background for critical thinking and a report on the Auditor General for Local Moore propensity to ask difficult questions. She Government’s recommendations. is happily married and has a grown son Some critical thinking is required with a family of his own. She has been a taxpayer on the regional fire service costs; meeting the since 1997 and a full time Rosslander since 2003. participating communities’ needs while remainMunicipal governance is multi-faceted, pick- ing affordable for the smaller municipalities who ing just one challenge is difficult. Kathy under- must rely almost entirely on a residential tax stands that an overarching priority must be fiscal base will be a challenge. responsibility. Providing the best value for the Kathy believes the region is ripe for renewed taxpayers’ money is paramount. cooperation on a number of other shared issues This doesn’t mean cutting budgets as much as such as recreation, economic development, and it requires smart spending and careful analysis of arts & culture. all proposed projects and expenditures. Robust She is optimistic that this election will bring policies and procedures are required to ensure new faces and a new spirit of collaboration to all residents are getting good value and the best the local councils. services for their tax dollars. If she is the people’s choice, Kathy looks forIn addition, Kathy wants qualified members ward to addressing these challenges. of the community to work collaboratively with She says, “Your vote counts the most at the Council and city staff to develop budget recom- municipal level. Your councillors make many mendations for cost savings and efficiencies. important decisions that impact your daily life.
Jill Spearn – Mayor My name is Jill Spearn and I’m running well, we need to continue to improve for the position of Mayor in Rossland. financial and corporate culture to I have been a City Councillor for three achieve excellence and this may include terms, 9 years, as well as working as a reorganization for greater efficiencies. teacher for the last 30 years, including If elected Mayor, I look forward to school representative to the local union. working hard to make the regional I have lived in Rossland permanently for relationships a priority, including supthe last 34 years, having raised my family porting a feasibility plan that looks at a here. I have been involved with politics ‘Regional Municipality,’ if it benefits all essentially since public school, and have stakeholders. always endeavored to be the representaI feel strongly that the time is right tive voice for community. for the Lower Columbia region to thrive Jill I am seeking the Mayoral position by creating economic synergies, that Spearn because I know I can be an effective memwill allow all taxpayers to get the best ber of the Council, bringing experience, value for money. Having said that, the dedicated work ethic and the skills to efficiently issue going back, that needs to be fixed, is the get the business done on behalf of the citizens of Regional Recreation Service and the use of the Rossland. Aquatic Centre, which is waiting to be ‘potenPeople expect that their government acts tially’ resolved. responsibly on their behalf and I intend to do I’d really like to see an amicable and financialexactly that by changing and improving the ly sound solution for our citizens, contributing a ‘communications’ between Council and the ‘fair share’ in order that the facility is being used community, for greater citizen awareness. One to capacity by the region. part of that is to respect the community’s conI sincerely hope that I have your vote because cern around the Delegation Bylaw. In house as I am the right ‘fit’ for Mayor of Rossland!
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After 12 years living and ing day in front of a comvolunteering in Rossland, puter, communicating with Aaron Cosbey believes he’s his clients online. So it’s ready for a seat on Rossland no surprise that one of the City Council. many things he’d like to The 54-year-old father of accomplish as councillor is two teenagers has been a bringing affordable, broadmember of Rossland’s susband Internet service to tainability commission, the Rossland. broadband task force and Also on his list of priorthe Light Opera Players. ities: rescinding the controHe’s also very involved versial Delegation Bylaw, Aaron in recreation, as a volwhich he says gives way too Cosbey leyball coach as Rossland much power to the city’s Secondary School, a curchief administrator. rent member of the skatepark soci“We saw some of the terrible ety and past-president of the pool. results of that [bylaw] in the arena He’s made a lot of presenta- scandal,” he says. “We need to get it tions to city council over the years, off the books right away.” which has helped him gain a genCosbey would also work on fixing eral understanding of how council broken relationships among other works. municipalities in the Greater Trail “I’ve been part of a lot of local area in hopes of establishing more organizations in the city, and I don’t shared services and particularly think being on council will be that shared recreation facilities. different,” he says. “It’s just another Ultimately, his goal is to bring a way I can help make Rossland a bet- some sense of accomplishment back ter place to live.” to the council table. Cosbey is a self-employed eco“This current council spent their nomics consultant who works whole three years fighting scandals remotely from his home, advising and fighting each other and fighting on investment and sustainability other communities,” he says. “I’m issues. His clients range from non- really looking forward to a council profit think tanks to UN agencies that can be more productive than and governments. that, and have more fun and do He spends most of his work- more good.”
Greg Granstrom – Councillor Greg Granstrom has significant issues facing served on Rossland council our sustainability, so for nine years, one as acting we must also make sure mayor and six years as mayor. we implement our asset The husband and grandfather management planning is finishing his current term process. One of the bigas Rossland mayor, and is gest outstanding issues seeking a position on the that requires a resolution city's six-seat council. is the entire liquid waste He's been a resident of management planning Rossland for more than 30 at the regional district. years, and worked as the Upgrading to a level two Greg public works foreman for sewer treatment will cost Granstrom the Village of Warfield until in the neighbourhood of retirement. 27 to 47 million. We need “The number one challenge I strong representation at the regionsee facing council is to continue al district to ensure Rossland's voice to maintain taxes at an afford- is heard. It is also very notable that able level, as highlighted by the our recent sewer crossing agreeCanadian Federation of Independent ment reached between the three Business. Their 2014 municipal participants is a significant step spending watch report shows that forward in the relations between Rossland has been able to keep taxes our adjacent municipalities. below the rate of inflation. I am “Rossland has a very strong volvery proud of that and this is one unteer community and I think it's of the things we have to continue very important that we continue to to ensure for our community to support their very valuable efforts. remain affordable and sustainable. “I think it is important that we “We work very hard as a council build a strong council and I look to eliminate excess and to focus forward, if elected, to working with on core services. Infrastructure the team to move Rossland forward replacement is one of the most in a positive way.”
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Rossland John Greene – Councillor Rossland native and retired businessman John Greene is ready to turn his longtime interest in local politics into a first-hand
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experience. No stranger to a board table, the former Rossland Hardware owner served two terms as Chamber of Commerce president, was on the museum board and is currently a director of the Rossland Light Opera Players. He’s also a regular at Red Mountain, where he volunteers as snow host. When asked his age, Greene hints at his vin-
tage by saying he was at Red in December 1947 when the first chair lift started operating (albeit, he was only a few months old at the time). And he’s proud to say he’s skied there every year since 1950. Now that he’s working less (he still takes on the occasional carpentry job), Greene has his eye on a city council seat. “There’s some big issues that have to be dealt with in Rossland,” Greene says. If elected, he would like to repeal the controversial delegation bylaw, which gives the city’s Chief Administrative Officer control over decisions that would usually be made by council. He would also like to take a serious look at the city’s staffing costs. “The Fraser Institute has
done a study to show that all across British Columbia the cost of municipal staff is increasing way faster than the population,” he says. “That needs to be brought under control.” Further study into Rossland’s staffing situation could reveal some opportunities for greater efficiencies, Greene suggests. Another key issue for Greene is addressing the city’s aging infrastructure — which unlike addressing bloat at city hall, is certain to come as a high cost to tax payers. “There’s no plans in place right now [for infrastructure upgrades],” he says. “We have to do studies to find out what has to be done and the best way to do it. And we have to prepare for a huge tax bill when that comes up.”
Lloyd McLellan – Councillor After a six year break from municipal politics, veteran city councillor Lloyd McLellan is seeking to re-claim his spot at the council table. McLellan previously served nine years on Rossland council. He was elected in 1996 and again in 1999. In 2002 he ran unsuccessfully for mayor, but then returned as a councillor in 2005. He retired his seat in 2008, expecting he was finished with politics. But after seeing the changes that have occurred at City Hall since he left, he’d like to get back to the table and help get Rossland back on the right track. “It’s no use sitting on the sidelines and complaining,” he says. “I’d rather go in there and see if I can get things going back in the right direction.” Though McLellan is 76 years old, he says he still has lots of energy and feels great, aside from a recent knee replacement that has him walking with a temporary limp. “I think I still have a lot to contribute,” he says. “When I left council, I felt we were on the cutting edge. We were the first to have a design review committee and first to get into strategic planning. We had a number of very strong initiatives and a lot of good things were happening.”
Now, McLellan claims council has become more reactive and less accountable. And he’d like to change that. “One of the first things we have to do is review the delegation bylaw, with the strong possibility of rescinding it,” he says. “We also need to look at some of the polities that Lloyd were repealed by the [Chief McLellan Administrative Officer] and look at reintroducing them.” He firmly believes that council, not the CAO, should be making financial decisions for the city, especially given that there are some major expenses coming down the line, including infrastructure upgrades and new waste management requirements. “I have an established reputation as a hard worker who always comes prepared to meetings,” McLellan says “I’m decisive and not afraid of being held accountable for the decisions I make.” In addition to his time in council, McLellan’s community involvement includes terms on the Columbia View Lodge board, Library board and Golden City Manor board. He’s a past-president of Birchbank Golf Course and used to coach minor sports teams.
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Marten Kruysse – Councillor After a career working priorities. as an economic consultThat said, he’s got some ant for local governments lofty items on his list of around the world, council things he’d like to accomcandidate Marten Kruysse plish when elected. These is hoping to gain a seat at include: the other side of the table. 1. Improving council For nearly 35 years, oversight direction and Kruysse has lived in leadership. Specifically, Rossland while providing addressing the fact his expertise to the City of that the current Chief North Vancouver, as well Administrative Officer is on Marten Kruysse as local governments in sick leave and somebody South East Asia and the else is acting in the posCaribbean. Closer to home, he was ition, which he says, “is not in the the economic development officer best interest of Rossland.” for the Regional District of Central 2. Setting priorities for infraKootenay and served for 10 years on structure work, and finding innovathe Board of Directors for Kootenay tive ways to fund projects. Savings Credit Union. 3. Evaluating the city’s financial “I think I can add some value [as management and looking for ways a city councillor] in terms of plan- to generate new sources of revenue ning and organization, and bring- and/or cost saving opportunities ing some sound financial perspec- through things like regionalized tive to the table,” Kruysse says. “I’m recreation services. committed to working as a team In his years as a consultant, [with mayor and council]. To me, I Kruysse has seen how simple think having a consensus council is things like establishing multi-year better for the tax payer in the long contracts for paving services or run.” installing LED lights in municipal Kruysse, age 62 and semi-retired, buildings can save a city thousands says he’s excited about many of the (both are examples of successful new ideas coming from prospective projects he recommended for North councillors in the lead up to the Vancouver). election and is equally keen to help “If you’re open to fresh ideas and others bring their ideas to fruition new partnerships, there’s a lot of as he is to move forward on his own opportunities out there,” he says.
Andrew Morel – Councillor
Former ness called provincial and Kootenay federal elecN o r d i c tion Green Ventures. Party canHe’s has didate Andy experience Morel is camon non-profit paigning once boards, havagain — this ing served as time with his a director on sights on local the Rossland Andrew government. Council for Morel T h e Arts and 5 5 - y e a r- o l d Culture and as has been a permanent past-present of Black resident of Rossland Jack Ski Club. since 1998. He’s a self“I know what it employed carpenter/ takes to work as part handyman and runs of a cohesive and cola nordic skiing busi- laborative team,” Morel says, noting his background in recreational leadership. “There’s a lot of excellent candidates in the running this year, who have a real interest in addressing some of the hot-button issues th that previous councils haven’t been able to resolve.” For instance, Morel Authorized by the Candidate Richard Georgetti 250-368-8265 says there’s a problem with the Chief Administrative Officer Greater Trail Community being on long term Justice Program Society sick leave and having another person acting Annual General in that position. Meeting “There’s been issues Date: Thurs, November 13, 2014 with the CAO for as Time: 7 pm long as I’ve lived here,” Location: Trail & Greater District RCMP he says. “We need to Detachment, 3601 Laburnum Dr., have more consistency from the person in that Trail, BC V1R 2S9 position.” Please come join us. To RSVP call 250-368-5620
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Morel also wants to improve communication between council and residents. He suggests that everyone on council should be available to meet casually with residents at least once every couple of months. “We could call it ‘Beers and Banter’ or ‘Coffee and Communication’ — either way, it’s just a time for Rosslanders to have a drink with us and share what’s on their mind,” he said. As for community initiatives, he’s strongly in favour of Rossland having a broadband Internet and wants to see the skatepark move ahead. “There’s been a lot of talk about these things, but nothing has come to fruition,” Most importantly, Morel wants to keep Rossland an affordable for all demographics, including young families, entrepreneurs, seniors and singles. “It’s important that they can afford to own homes, find jobs and continue to support the economy here,” he says. “We can’t let our taxes get out of control. Fiscal responsibility is definitely my top priority.”
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PEOPLE OBITUARIES JEROME, TRUDY (GERTRUDE) – April 11, 1930 - October 6, 2014 It’s been a month since you left us, we miss you Mom - may love, peace and light surround you on your journey as you go to join those that passed before you. Trudy worked and lived in Trail for 62 years and spent the last 3 years and 4 months enjoy-
ing life on the coast in an apartment she loved with a patio and family nearby. Trudy is survived by her five children, born in Trail; Trisha & Janice McLean of Tsawwassen, Doug (Denise) McLean of Prince George, Allan (Laurie) of Trail, and Bob (Sil) McLean of Genelle. Trudy has 3 grandchildren; Jesse (T’an) McKellar of Tsawwassen, Devon (Greg) McKellar of Whistler. and Monica McLean of Genelle. Recently Trudy celebrated the arrival of her first great-granddaughter Jayda of Tsawwassen. She is also survived by her brother Harold (Marlene)
Schmidt of Vernon, two sisterin-laws; Christine Schmidt of Coquitlam & Nora Schmidt of Penticton, and by nephews, nieces and their families. Foremost Trudy loved her “kids”, she loved to talk and meet new friends of all ages. She was passionate about her crochet & knitting work that she sold in stores and on markets. Her morning coffee, eating and cooking good meals were happy daily events. Her love of flowers, butterflies and birds reflected her love of nature, while her many indoor and outdoor plants & flowers gave her a “hands on” source of enjoyment (especial-
ly her roses). Trudy loved her hockey and was a #1 Canucks Fan, she was especially proud she shared her birthday with Trevor Linden (her favourite) and Alex Burrows. She will be laid to rest with her mother and father in Vernon. *** SCHWINDT, MANFRED (FRED) – Manfred passed away at his home in Trail on October
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368.9669 for info or visit trail-arts.com. Film • Thursday, Royal Theatre at 7 p.m. for the National Theatre Live show, Of Mice And Men. The story of George (James Franco) and Lennie (Chris O’Dowd), an unlikely pair of friends drifting from job to job across the farms and fields of California, holding fast to their dream of one day having an acre of land they can call their own. • Saturday, Royal Theatre, 11 a.m. showing the Big Apple Circus: Metamorphosis Live from New York City. • Sunday, Royal Theatre at 5 p.m. presents Love is Strange. Gallery • VISAC Gallery in
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ith the 2014 municipal election day just around the corner, there is a glimmer of hope for our region. I’m not saying the current crop of candidates have come up with ground breaking ideas or out-of-the-box thinking, I’m more impressed with the voter engagement witnessed at the all-candidate forums held throughout the region over the last couple of weeks. Virtually every forum attracted a full house, the questions were pointed and thought out, the audience was respectful and attentive and all signs point to a solid community engagement on Nov. 15. In fact, advanced voting opened Wednesday in Trail and in the first 20 minutes 20 people had already cast ballots. The fact that this year’s election has drawn a large slate of candidates certainly adds to the interest from the public but I prefer to think it’s much more than that. While every election should be considered pivotal to the future of a
community, I believe that is the case even more so this year. As much as some of the candidates like to pitch themselves as the best option to “stand up,” to other communities and fight “for their piece of the pie,” the underlying tone at most of the forums was “How can we get along with our neighbours?” Admittedly that’s a tough question to answer, especially with the time constraints of a forum. Some managed to point out the positive gains already achieved, others pointed to their qualifications – be it bringing people together or solving tough problems. But the encouraging thing about it was the message sent by their constituents, “Let’s work together.” That doesn’t mean we have to amalgamate or make one big metropolis. It simply means co-operation rather than division. Thinking of the big picture rather than the little one. You may feel the valley shouldn’t support recreation facilities in Trail or
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that Trail should charge double to outlying communities. That’s why we have elections so we can choose the people to make those decisions. But you’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t think one community depends on the other at some point or another. That’s why having a varied choice of candidates to elect is so much more refreshing than the usual acclamation of the previous council that often leads to more disinterest from voters. This year there’s a difference in the air and there’s an energy that comes with that.
I see it from my chair here at the Trail Times. We reached out all the way to Salmo to give candidates a chance to voice their views on the issues and solutions in their community and they responded by email, phone, even drove in, hobbled into the office on crutches to offer their thoughts. Many of the candidates took the opportunity to recap their accomplishments and outline their goals. It was encouraging to see so many candidates engaged in getting their ideas out to the public rather than just putting up a lumber-yard’s worth of signs along the highway. Some, of course, despite repeated requests, chose to forego the opportunity and that was their prerogative, no matter how they frame it to the public. That was somewhat unfortunate but telling as well. Many candidates have a variety of other modes of contacting constituents and that’s been another boon for this year’s elec-
tions. There are so many resources for voters to find out about candidates, from the comfort of their own home, that there are few excuses not to be informed except for a general disinterest – on the candidate’s or the voter’s part. But I don’t think that’s the case this year. There is an interest. And a passion. And a hope. Each community has a distinct set of issues to address yet they are all, at some point, entwined. Now the talking from prospective politicians is pretty much done but the thinking on the voters part is far from over. Like I said, forums provided a chance for candidates to introduce themselves to the public but the limited time only provided glimpses of their platform. There’s still another week for voters to do their homework, and it is homework, because how you vote in this election will hit home one way or another. Guy Bertrand is the managing editor of the Trail Times
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Well the Trail candidates forum has come and gone and for the most part was well received. We have some very good choices for mayor and new choices for councillors. Two of the mayoral and two new councilor candidates are well aware of the issues. As for some of the incumbents and the recycled candidates it is more of the same. The letter to the editor by Mr. Rodlie (Trail Times, Oct. 29) brought to the surface the problem we face in Trail, the people that work here don’t live here. Teck states that 40 per cent of their work force live in Trail/ Warfield. Well Warfield isn’t Trail and more than a few residents will make sure you know it too. The other 60 per cent live outside of Trail. So that leaves Trail with maybe 25 to 30 per cent of the Teck work force actually live in Trail. Within five years if the pattern of workforce renewal continues there will be less than 20 per cent of the Teck workforce residing here. Much is said about Castlegar’s rapid growth, well they hit the perfect storm.
1) A Trail MLA gave them the highway through their town 2) Teck Resources restuctured in the early ‘90s and sent and continues to send an unending pile of money into their community. 3) Lastly and most importantly they had an NDP MLA with 10 years of an NDP government that helped them connect the dots. So the Conroy clan looked after their town first and Trail specifically and the southend in general got table scraps. There are Castlegar companies, contractors etc. that have taken millions out of here and not put one dime back into the community. More than once the statement has been made that Trail’s downtown core is for a population of 14,000 people and we need to downsize our core because our town is getting smaller. I guess we had better restructure our recreation as well since we don’t have anybody living here anymore. There is a consensus in the Beaver Valley that the aquatic centre, fieldhouse etc., brings no value to their property or their quality of life and user
pay is best. I like user pay but lets do it for everything. I have never raised a family but I conKootenay Centre tinue to pay school taxes, let’s Cinemas $ make that user pay. 304-2224 One thing that has been $ 1940 6th Avenue, Castlegar made crystal clear no one is www.tribute.ca interested in amalgamation so Nov. 7th - Nov. 13th no need to spend one cent of our money to do a study. Interstellar PG: coarse language 7:15 What is clear though is this constant bickering is killing us Big Hero 6 3D G: violence 6:55 & 9:20pm all. More than one politician Alexander and the outside the City of Trail feels Terrible, Horrible, No Good, that they should get a share of Very Bad Day G 7:05 the Teck tax gravy train like Bill Ouija 14A: frightening scenes 9:20pm Trewhella. Sure Bill no probBook of Life 3D G 7:00 lem, what else would you like on Forrest Dr, slag piles, listen The Maze Runner PG: violence, frightening scenes, to the oxygen plant, listen to coarse language 9:20 the Kivcet furnace, smoke or Fury truck traffic 24/7 take your pick 14A: frequent violence 6:50 & 9:25 neighbour. So to our neighbours MATINEES Sat Nov. 8th to Tues. Nov. 11th in the Beaver Valley, Salmo, 1:00 & 3:15pm: Nelson, Rossland, Warfield, BOOK OF LIFE 2D, BIG HERO the Boundary area and mostly 6 2D, ALEXANDER AND THE TERIBLE HORRIBLE NO GOOD Castlegar understand this, it VERY BAD DAY is us, the citizens of Trail, that 12:55 & 3:15pm: FURY continue to rubber stamp the 1:00pm only: INTERSTELLAR operation of the smelter within Adult/Youth $10 the city to the benefit of everyChild/Senior/Matinee/Tues $7 one else but us. Read above 3D - Adult/Youth $13 again if not sure. 3D - Child/Senior/Matinee/Tues $10 Bryan DeFerro Trail
I attended the all-candidates forum and got the impression that our future leaders want to make nice with the neighbours. But I’m not sure the neighbours want to make nice with us. One thing that wasn’t said, and what people don’t get is: property values. The one crucial reason to bring this area together is to save our collective property values. Think about this: if the government of BC ever gets its dung in a puddle and decides to build a new hospital, it will go to the largest city in the region, and that would be Castlegar (population 7,800 compared to Trail’s 7,200). Castlegar is already lobbying for this and has a chunk of land all set out for it. And if Trail loses the hospital, our dreams will be dashed – dreams of selling our homes and moving to that great retirement place in the sky (or in Castlegar, where all the retirement homes will be). But let’s back up a little. Recently, Trail lost to Castlegar in this year’s Communities in Bloom competition. Why is that a big deal? Because communities all over the world are developing
a framework to make them the most liveable, to increase residents, business investment and tourism. Having a good Communities in Bloom standing will be the benchmark for companies looking for towns to invest in. Why did Castlegar do so well? Services. We can brag about all our sports facilities (which we don’t let some people use) and we can boast about our lovely parks and flowers, but Castlegar has three museums, a skatepark for kids, outdoor exercise area, an upgraded downtown, restaurants, hotels, conference centre, airport, college and have you seen that new water park? Castlegar also has one council and one mayor to deal with (and we have 27?) We must be the laughing stock of the province. Face it: Trail is shrinking. (In the 1953 telephone directory, Castlegar took up two pages to Trail’s 26. By 1963, Castlegar’s pages grew to nine, to Trail’s 35. You get the picture?) As more people retire, move away, and young ones are not living here, Trail will be down to 5,000 people in no time. And if you think that won’t impact housing prices everywhere from Beaver Valley to Rossland,
think again. The only way to increase our numbers and have a bigger voice in the province is to amalgamate like so many other communities across Canada are doing. Become the District Municipality of Lower Columbia (or any other name you want to call it). One district would incorporate almost 18,000 people. Just Trail, Warfield and half of Areas A and B would put our numbers over 10,000. And as for the museum/ library – again, it is a no-brainer. Whether you ever read a book or visit a “whatchamacallit” as one of the candidates suggested, we need good services that can be shared by everybody. Why? Again, it boils down to what your property is worth. The more services in an area, the more attractive it is to potential buyers. Otherwise, kiss the hospital good-bye and be prepared to see our investments and lifestyles sink into oblivion. And in 15 years, when your kids and grandkids are trying to convince you to move to wherever they live “so they can look after you in your old age” your property won’t be worth squat. Lana Rodlie Trail
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ROSSLAND Tim Thatcher – Councillor Councillor Tim Thatcher is hoping to keep his seat for a second term. First elected in 2011, Thatcher is quick to admit that he and the current councillor have gotten bogged down by controversy and personnel issues. But he’d like to be part of the group
working to fix that. “In this election we’re going to get a new mayor and at least four new councillors,” the 58-yearold notes. “That’s going to bring a lot of new ideas and fresh thinking — it will be a fresh start.” Thatcher was born and TIM raised here in Rossland, THATCHER and now has children and grandchildren living here. He works at Teck Attention: and is assistant chief Municipal election candidates! of Rossland Volunteer Fire Department and Looking for the best a ski patroller at Red coverage to gain votes? Mountain. His main priority on council is keeping taxes down, and was pleased that the city Insert Your Flyer had no tax increase in 2012 and 2013. only $65 per thousand (However, an increase was required in 2014 Web Advertising to pay for improvements to Columbia Display ads Avenue.) “We need to keep Book now for the best positions! our city affordable for the seniors who have Contact Dave or Lonnie today! invested a lot of years and a lot of money in 250.368.8551 our town. We owe it to Lonnie ext.201 Dave ext.203 them to keep Rossland dave@trailtimes.ca l.hart@trailtimes.ca a place they can afford to live,” Thatcher says. In the coming
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Andrew Zwicker – Councillor With so many young pen, and make Rossland parents like himself in become the city that the Rossland, 33-year-old Official Community Plan council candidate and talks about it being.” new dad Andrew Zwicker One of his key prithinks it’s time there was orities is to re-opening somebody working for the line of communicahis demographic on city tion between council and council. residents, to make sure Zwicker moved to everybody knows what’s Rossland six years ago happening at city hall and was a founding and how to get involved. ANDREW investor and reporter for “I want to create ZWICKER the Rossland Telegraph. opportunities for people He wrote about city hall to provide their input for three years, attending more on council decisions, so they’re than 150 council meetings, not just reading about what hapbefore selling his share in the pened after the fact,” Zwicker online newspaper. says. “I know the language, I know To that end, Zwicker would the procedures. I know how it all make himself available for casual works,” Zwicker says of council meetings with residents one day meetings. per week through an initiative “I’m not going to have that he’s calling “Ski with a Councillor ramp up curve that new council- Day,” though he’d swap skiing for lors typically experience.” biking or walking depending on Zwicker considered running the season and the demographic for council last term, but with his he’s meeting with. first son Zack about the be born, Zwicker is also interested in the timing wasn’t quite right. repealing the Delegation Bylaw, Now with a few years of parenting to bring more essential decision under his belt, he’s eager to win a making power back to council. spot at the council table. And he’d work on reducing “I see so much untapped poten- Rossland’s environmental foottial out there,” he says. “With a print while creating a new really good, committed group of income streams for the city, by people on council — who can spearheading a solar energy pilot have good discussion and good program. ideas in the mix — we can make Zwicker outlines his ideas at some really cool things hap- facebook.com/andrewforcouncil.
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Greg Kennedy will put the Birchbank Golf Course to bed for the final time this month, as the course superintendent gets set to retire after 27 years of dedicated care and service at the century-old course. The Birchbank course has been his home-away-fromhome for almost three decades, and in this his final season, the 18-hole, almost sevenkilometre long, 150acre course has never looked better. “Even with budget cuts, the course condition, I mean my crew and I talk about it all the time, we figure this is the nicest year we’ve Jim Bailey photo ever had,” said the 59 Greg Kennedy, of the Birchbank Golf Course, bids the course and its members a fond farewell. After year old. “Everything 27 years as course superintendent, Kennedy will retire at the end of this month. came together with the weather . . . So we were the grounds crew at and accolades, high- when Rossland-Trail he certainly doesn’t all pretty happy, and I Eagle Crest for about lighted by the B.C. Golf and Country Club plan on staying away. am happy to go out on six years. Golf Superintendents included the Rossland Birchbank staff and a good note.” A brief stint at A s s o c i a t i o n ’ s and Birchbank courses. members held a retireBirchbank golfers landscaping and law Superintendent of the “When I came here ment party at the end would agree, course enforcement preceded Year in 2004, and was we had the two courses of September and preconditions were pris- a return to golf when honoured at the CN to take care of,” said sented Kennedy with tine this season and Kennedy became a turf Future Links Western Kennedy. “The 27 a membership among even in less-than-per- instructor at Fairview Canadian Junior Golf holes, we had the little many other generous fect years the sprawl- College in Alberta. He championship hosted nine-hole at Rossland. gifts. ing, scenic course is lasted five years in the by Birchbank in July That was a challenge, Kennedy plans to always a pleasure to northern agricultural with the National we had to move equip- keep working part time play, thanks for the community, until a job Tournament plaque ment back and forth, in another venue and most part to Kennedy opened at Birchbank in and a well-deserved and a whole different will likely be a reguand his quality staff. the spring of 1987. nod for his almost clientele than there lar on the course, but “They’ve been just “I just wanted to get 40 years of work as was down here.” content that gray snow great. I’ve been very my hands dirty after greenskeeper and Birchbank has mould is no longer his fortunate to have a that,” he said. “I was course superintendent. undergone many chan- problem. great crew the whole coming here (Trail) for “He’s been a rock ges since Kennedy “I’ll be working time I’ve been here, one year and then work star,” said Birchbank started, and he has somewhere, maybe a and without them I our way back to the professional Dennis seen golfers, board dir- couple days a week, but couldn’t have done it. coast, so 27-28 years Bradley following the ectors, and golf pros I’ve had enough of the It’s a team effort that’s later we’re still here.” tournament. “He puts come and go over the big worry, you know for sure.” Kennedy has in long hours and years, but he and his you can’t go home and Kennedy grew up developed and groomed makes sure everything reliable crew have not worry about the on a golf course in the Birchbank course is done right.” remained the one place, and I’ve done it Qualicum Beach on into one of the During his time at constant, always keep- for 27 years and it’s Vancouver Island, and Kootenays’ finest, Birchbank, Kennedy ing up with the latest a young person’s job worked at Qualicum replacing most of the also taught at Selkirk advancements, and that’s for sure . . . but and Eagle Crest Golf greens, the irrigation, College in the golf man- supplementing his everything has to come Courses before gradu- and electrical systems, agement program for already vast knowledge to an end, but it’ll be ating from the turf- adding over 20 sand- a decade, and in 1996 with new courses on tough, I mean it’s been grass management traps, improving its traveled to Malaysia to state-of-the-art meth- my baby for all those program at University overall aesthetics with lay the foundation for ods, materials, and years.” of Guelph in Ontario. flowers, shrubs and a course-management equipment. *Birchbank welAfter graduation trees, not to mention program there. Kennedy will climb comes Mark Lloyd to he became one of the the everyday care and But like most jobs, onto his mower and the position of superyoungest course super- maintenance. it is not without its ride off into the sunset intendent. Lloyd was intendents in Canada As a result, the challenges both on and at the end of November, the former assistant at the age of 19, Genelle resident has off the course, particu- and while he may be superintendent at the assisting then heading garnered awards larly in the early years gone from Birchbank, Creston Golf Club.
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By Times Contributor Team Ferguson kept a stranglehold on top spot in the Kootenay Savings Super League as it swung into action at the Trail Curling Club last week. Ferguson curled to a hard-fought win over Team Myron Nichol to stay one point up on the Horning rink. After a blanked first end, Nichol struck for two in the second. Ferguson made a double take-out for two in the third, then watched as Nichol’s last rock in the fourth clipped the guard for a single steal. Team Nichol scored a deuce in the fourth, but Ferguson jumped back in the lead after Nichol’s last rock picked, leaving Rob an open draw for three in the sixth and a 6-4 lead. Team Nichol scored one in the seventh, but that was as close as he would get. Team Ferguson put up another two in the eighth on his way to an 8-5 triumph. Team Fines started quickly against skip Justin Umpherville and his Junior Men’s team, taking advantage of some first end misses to score three. Umpherville managed one in the second, but his team buried rocks early to setup a steal of two in the third. Skip Ken Fines made a delicate tap to get one in the fourth, then threw up a wall of granite to steal two in the fifth and take a 6-3 lead. The game got out of reach in the seventh, when Team Umpherville missed a couple of runback doubles, leaving skip Ken Fines an open draw for four. More gambling in the eighth, led to another steal for Fines, and a 12-4 win. With Deane Horning out of town, second Bill Van Yzerloo skipped this week against James McKenzie and his Castlegar Hyundai rink. Van Yzerloo made an open hit and stick for two in the first, then forced Team Hyundai into one in the second. The teams traded singles over the next four ends, before Team Horning scratched out another deuce in the seventh and a 6-3 lead. Team Horning kept the pressure on in the eighth, laying three at one time in the end, but McKenzie made a double take-out with his first, then a delicate come around tap in the four foot with last to count two. Van Yzerloo drew for two in the ninth, then watched as his team peeled Castlegar Hyundai out of rocks for another 8-5 win.
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Midget AA in action By Times Staff The Greater Trail Minor Hockey Association AA Midget team finished off a successful weekend on the road and will return home for a pair of games this weekend. The AA Midget Smoke Eaters fell to Salmon Arm 6-0 on Halloween night, before rebounding with a 5-0 win over Kamloops Saturday,
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THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY - The Calgary Stampeders have had enough bad news on the injury front lately that they welcomed any good news they could get. The return of receiver Marquay McDaniel after a six-game absence due to a broken hand provided players and coaches with a positive talking point after practice on Tuesday. “I’m very pleased about that situation,” said Calgary coach and general manager John Hufnagel. “I know he’s excited about playing. He’s a big part of our offence when he’s on the field. He’s probably our most complete receiver.” After a disheartening 18-13 loss at home to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Saturday, the Stamps (14-3) are looking forward to welcoming McDaniel back to the lineup for their road game against the B.C. Lions (9-8) in Vancouver on Friday night. “I know I’m excited to watch him play,” said Stamps veteran linebacker Keon Raymond. “He’s by far one of the best receivers in this league. For us to have a weapon like that going into this game and potentially for our West Final as well … I’m excited.” Not only did the Stamps lose the game to the Bombers, they also lost running back Jon Cornish and receiver Maurice Price to concussions as well as rookie receiver/kick returner Sederrik Cunningham to a sprained ankle. That makes the return of McDaniel off the six-game injured list even more important for the Stamps, who want to head into the post-season on a positive note. “We want to be playing our best going into the playoffs,” said McDaniel, who’s eagerly anticipating his return to BC Place where he suffered a season-ending ankle injury in the final game of the regular season one year earlier. “I actually feel blessed. My season could be over. You see guys with lower-body injuries. It’s not my knee. It’s not my foot. I think that would have hurt a little bit more, especially playing receiver trying to come back from it.” The 30-year-old veteran of six CFL seasons, four of them with the Stamps, is hoping to make the most of his opportunity to get into game action leading up to Calgary hosting the CFL’s West final at McMahon Stadium on Nov. 23. “Last year, I missed the playoff game, so at least I get to come back before the playoffs,” said McDaniel, who still leads the Stamps with 42 catches for 627 yards despite missing the past six games. “I’m just looking forward to Friday. That’s my main focus.”
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Alcoholism is both an addiction and a disease Mailbox
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cies was prejudicial and counterproductive to effective treatment. We now know that some people are genetically predisposed to becoming addicted and that repeatedly abusing drugs or alcohol can alter the brain. But there is some argument that addiction is not as similar to a medical disease as it is to a chronic disorder or compulsive behavior, which is why support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous can be so helpful. Dear Annie: A dear aunt passed away about six weeks ago. Unfortunately, I could not attend her out-oftown funeral due to the expense and my own
share memories of your aunt and, in the course of the conversation, find out whether the flowers were received. Dear Annie: I am the 11-year-old boy who wrote to you about my brother-in-law who has been bullying me. I signed the letter “Your Friend.” When I saw your answer in my newspaper, I knew it was time to do something. I decided to start with my brother, who is in the Army. I emailed him before school and told him I had written you and asked him to find my letter on your website. He called me within 30 minutes, and I told him everything that “Chris” has been doing to me. He was so angry. He said he’d fix it. He called our parents and told them about my letter. My parents confronted Chris, who admitted everything, but said he was only joking. They didn’t believe him. My sister has taken Chris’ side,
which I understand, but I don’t think he will ever bully me again. My dad made it clear that he is never to lay a hand on me. My mother and brother said similar things. That made me smile because I know I can count on my family to protect me.
Thank you, Annie. You helped me fix this, and I love you for it. -Your Friend Again Dear Friend: Your letter made our day! But it was your courage in confronting this issue that made the difference. We only pointed you in the right direc-
tion. Thanks so much for letting us know we helped. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net
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health issues. But I knew she loved a particular flower, and I had the florist send some to the funeral home. I have heard nothing from the family, although even a short note would have been appreciated. How do I check to see whether the flowers arrived on time? I am uncomfortable calling the family. Can I check with the florist? Our income is limited, and an expensive bouquet takes thought and budgeting. Have we lost all our manners in this day and age? -- Dumfounded Niece Dear Niece: It can be difficult for family members to put aside their grief long enough to send thank-you notes and other acknowledgments, and it helps to have friends assist them. Yes, you can check with the florist. But there is nothing wrong with picking up the phone to call your relatives and express your condolences,
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Dear Annie: Please tell me, when did alcoholism become a disease? A disease is when the body is ill and not functioning properly. According to Webster’s Dictionary, addiction is the quality or state of being addicted, and continues that it is a “compulsive need for and use of a habitforming substance (as heroin, nicotine or alcohol) characterized by well-defined physiological symptoms upon withdrawal.” So why do alcoholics have a disease and those who abuse drugs are addicts? Why do we tolerate the double standard? -- Ventura, Calif. Dear Ventura: It’s not a double standard. Alcoholics are also addicts. The idea that addiction is a disease became popular in the ‘70s, when those treating addicts realized that stigmatizing them as simply lacking self-control and having character deficien-
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YourByhoroscope Francis Drake For Friday, Nov. 7, 2014 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Be careful, because your focus is on money, cash flow and earnings today. However, this is a poor day to make any financial decisions and also a poor day to shop, except for gas and food. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Today is best used for creative activities because it’s easy for you to think outside of the box. You can put a new spin on things. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Accept the fact that delays at work will be par for the course today. Postpone important decisions about finances or major purchases until tomorrow. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Avoid important decisions and agreements with others today, especially in group situations. Wait until tomorrow to decide. (You’ll be glad you did.)
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LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) This is a loosey-goosey day, which means it’s not a good day to make decisions when talking to authority figures. Do not volunteer for anything or agree to anything. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) This is not an ideal day to make travel plans. Play it safe, and postpone these plans until tomorrow. Minor delays and glitches probably will occur today. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Although you are focused on issues related to inheritances, insurance matters and shared property, postpone important decisions until tomorrow. Just fill your databank today. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Everything feels a bit loosey-goosey today, especially your conversations with others. Take this as a hint! Don’t agree to anything
important. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Delays and silly mistakes are likely at work today. Just carry on with your usual routine. Avoid making important decisions or initiating anything new. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) This can be a highly creative day for you! If you work in a creative field, expect to be productive and original,
because you’re full of bright, clever ideas. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Family discussions probably will drag on and come to nothing today. Don’t volunteer for anything or settle important matters. Wait until tomorrow to be sure of what you are doing. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Short trips and errands will keep you busy today.
Nevertheless, this is a poor day for important decisions or major purchases. Keep a low profile. However, this is a creative day if you write, act or teach, because you are so imaginative. YOU BORN TODAY You are curious and have the penetrating mind of a scientist. You constantly explore and investigate. Of course, you can be playful and funloving as well. Go slowly this year. There is something
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important to learn. The first half of this year will seem slow, but soon, your efforts of the past six years will start to show results! Get out into nature this year. Birthdate of: Lorde, singer; Joni Mitchell, singer/artist; Lucas Neff, actor. (c) 2014 King Features Syndicate, Inc. Misplaced your TV Listings? Find TV listings online in every Tuesday edition at trailtimes.ca/eeditions
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Let’s talk INVESTING Little did we know that morning God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Love Always,
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Fruitvale $99,500
Wayne DeWitt........ ext 25 cell: 250-368-1617 Mario Berno ........... ext 27 cell: 250.368.1027 Tom Gawryletz ...... ext 26 cell: 250.368.1436 Thea Stayanovich.. ext 28 cell: 250.231.1661
Fred Behrens ......... ext 31 cell: 250.368.1268 Keith DeWitt .......... ext 30 cell: 250.231.8187 Denise Marchi ....... ext 21 cell: 250.368.1112 Joy DeMelo ............ ext 29 cell: 250.368.1960
Trail Times Thursday, November 6, 2014
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Classifieds Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Rentals
Rentals
Heavy Duty Machinery
Apt/Condo for Rent
RV Pads
Townhouses
TRAIL, 2BDRM. Glenmerry. Newly reno’d, perfect for senior, no stairs. N/P. Utilities included. 250-368-1312.
Cascade Cove RV Park @Christina Lake will have some fully serviced sites available for permanent yearly rental. For info please ph.250447-9510 or 250-666-0186.
GLENMERRY TOWNHOUSE 3Bd., newer floor, windows, paint. $895. 250-551-1106
A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale 2 ivory itala leather sofa chairs & ottoman $650.; oak glass top coffee table & end tables. $150.; oak entertainment unit $250. 250-368-5194 KNITTING MACHINE & ribber + many attachments + wool & pattern books; VG cond. Sweater knitting machine, new; Walker (men) Ex.cond. Folds. +tray. 250-364-2133 Royal Albert Bone China (Lavender Rose) 68 pieces, plates, bowls, cups, etc. $600.obo. For more details or to view ph.250-364-0381. (similar set on Kijiji $1200.)
Tire Storage
Heated, secure & insured Pick up & delivery service available 250-365-7416
Misc. Wanted Collector buying Cominco 40yr. medal, clock, watch, etc. Smoke Eater programs and memorabilia. Early Trail calendars and advertising, Medalta Ogilvie Flour advertising. Ph. 250-368-5730 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-499-0251. Local.
Real Estate
WARFIELD APARTMENTS. 2-bdrm, N/S, N/P. Long term tenants. 250-368-5888 W.TRAIL, 2Bdrm. in 4-plex., enclosed parking. $580./mo. 250-551-1106
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GLENMERRY, Clean 3bd townhouse, covered parking, F/S, D/W, central air. NS. No Pets. $925./mo. Avail. end of Nov. Ref. req. 250-367-9607
Houses For Sale
Fri. Nov. 7
Totally reno’d, 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, no strata fee
250-368-1610 Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1/2 MONTH FREE RENT
WANETA MANOR Suites Avail Now
3:30 - 5pm
635 Shakespeare $
Warfield for more information 1-800-663-6189 www.transplant.bc.ca
1201 Columbia Ave, East Trail
1585 Green Rd, Fruitvale
250.231.7575
Rhonda
326,500
Well maintained character home, boasts pride of ownership. Close to hospital,Gyro and schools.
Family Wanted! This home has 4 bedrooms, finished basement and over 3000sq ft of living area. Located on 1 acre.
Homes for Rent
120 Mountain Side Dr, Fruitvale
#15-500 16th Ave, Genelle
E. TRAIL 2/3 bed, $850 + utilities. Near Safeway & Aquatic center. N/S, n/p. 250231-3343
Senior’s duplex in Mountain Side Village. Care free living in a life lease villa. Fully finished basement. Retire in luxury!
Perfect for first time buyer or seniors. Updated double wide modular home in Whispering Pines Park.
$
189,900
Sat. Nov. 8
Trail
Starting @ 10am
1697 Tolmie Street $
138,500
250.231.9484
Nathan
$
169,500
Duplex / 4 Plex
OPEN HOUSE
Houses For Sale
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1000sqf 2bdrm/2bath duplex for rent in Montrose. Close to bus stop, dble-pane windows, heat-pump, D/W, NP/NS. $850/month. Ph 604-374-0121
E.TRAIL, 2bd. near Safeway, fenced yard. $750./mo. plus utilities. 250-362-3316 E.TRAIL, 2BDRM. house, very clean. F/S, W/D. Across from Safeway. N/S. Pets upon approval. $795./mo. 250-5122904
299,900
$
49,900
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Sat. Nov. 8
10:30am - 12pm
1915 Mountain Street
222,000
250.231.7575
Rhonda
Sat. Nov. 8
12:30 - 2pm
2351 Caughlin Road
Fruitvale Rhonda
$
279,000
250.231.7575
OPEN HOUSE
Dawn Rosin realtor® 250.231.1765
dawnrosin@shaw.ca www.westkootenayhomes.com Sat. Nov. 8
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Fruitvale
“It’s YOUR move. You want it handled with care”
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Glenmerry Townhouse
1252 Bay Avenue, Trail 250.368.5222 1993 Columbia Ave, Rossland 250.362.5200
WWW.COLDWELLBANKERTRAIL.COM
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2342 Caughlin Road
Fruitvale Nathan
$
259,000
250.231.9484
Marie-Claude
250.231.9484
Nathan m 1 Bedrooed Furnish
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Rossland
98,000
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Trail
279,900
$
59,900
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Rossland
250.512.1153 Marie-Claude
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250.512.1153
New Price
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250-368-8423 Bella Vista, Shavers Bench Townhomes. N/S, N/P. 2-3 bdrms. Phone 250.364.1822 Ermalinda Apartments, Glenmerry. Adults only. N/P, N/S. 1-2 bdrms. Ph. 250.364.1922 E.TRAIL, 1&2bdrm. apts. F/S, Coin-op laundry available. 250-368-3239 Francesco Estates, Glenmerry. Adults only. N/P, N/S, 1-3 bdrms. Phone 250.368.6761. FRUITVALE 1-BDRM. $675./mo. incl.util. W.TRAIL 2-BDRM.. $725. N/S, N/P. F/S. Laundry. 250-367-7919 FRUITVALE, 1BD. Very clean. Heat, power, cable & laundry. Avail. immed. N/S. 250-367-9199, 250-921-8985. Glenmerry 2bdrm. apt. F/S Heat included. N/S. $750./mo. 250-368-5908 PARKSIDE APARTMENTS. Large 1bdrm., insuite laundry, AC, secure quiet building. Call Richard 250-368-7897
Rossland
Marie-Claude
299,900
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250.512.1153 Rob
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129,900
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Fruitvale
Fruitvale 5 Bedroom
219,500
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Fruitvale
250.231.4420 Rob
324,900
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Thursday, November 6, 2014 Trail Times
Fine tuning allows vehicle performance to live on
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was recently faced with a poor running sports car from the late ‘70s. ron The vehicle had been in storage for a long time and it took a fair Mechanically bit of work just to get Speaking it running. Once running again on clean fresh fuel and cleaned fuel injectors (the rubber hose portions of the fuel system had rotted internally and plugged up the injectors) the performance was less than spectacular. Full throttle performance was acceptable but part throttle cruising and acceleration was jerky. Time to check the basics. Everything was set to original specifications but at idle and cruising the vehicle
nutini
was running lean, too much air and not enough fuel. The ‘70s had brought us emission controls. Up to that point in time vehicles were tuned slightly rich (a little extra fuel makes a vehicle run smoother as well as producing a little extra power). Slightly rich tuning will tolerate wear and tear and imbalances between one cylinder and the other. Reduced emissions and high fuel economy demands ushered in fuel systems that could be run closer to the edge of lean and maintain cylinder to cylinder balance. A little too lean meant poor performance. Surging and jerky transitions while cruising were the result. To maintain emissions compliance the systems were locked in a seventies fashion. Any adjustments that could make lean a little richer required more than a
The Local Experts™ STING NEW LI
As before you can find a mechanic with a computer, some software, some read/ write hardware and a thorough understanding of performance tuning who can make that flaw disappear. Emissions compliant? Maybe, maybe not, but excellent drive-ability. Performance tuning lives on. Back to that ‘70s sports car. After a little research (thank you google) the solution is clear. The air flow sensor (a flap that measures airflow into the engine) can be adjusted. The cover is glued on to prevent tampering. An exacto knife removes the cover. Once inside, a plastic gear can be adjusted to release the spring tension on the flap. Less tension, more flap movement with any given airflow. More movement, more fuel. Just what the doctor ordered.
KOOTENAY HOMES INC.
WE CAN SELL YOUR HOME. NOBODY HAS THE RESOURCES WE DO!
1358 Cedar Avenue, Trail • 250.368.8818 www.kootenayhomes.com www.century21.ca
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday Nov. 8
screwdriver or a wrench to adjust. The choke adjustment was riveted in place. The idle mixture screw was hidden behind a pressed in cap. A chisel, a hammer, a drill and a thorough understanding of performance tuning and your mechanic could have your vehicle performing perfectly. Emissions compliant? Maybe not, but good driveability. Usher in the 21st century’s computer controlled vehicle systems. These vehicles run for years, in many cases flawlessly. Computer control systems with feedback keep the edge of lean on the edge. Even so some of these systems exhibit flaws. For emissions compliance purposes these vehicles are locked from any adjustments. The locks are now cryptographic (google it).
2409 Kootenay Avenue, Rossland
STING NEW LI
12 - 2pm
$539,000
435 10th Avenue, Montrose
$229,000
4 bdrm 2 bath well cared for home with RV covered parking and single car garage/workshop. Newer roof, upgraded bath, laminate flooring, central vac, some upgraded windows and wood/ electric furnace or zone controlled baseboards. This is a great package. Call Tonnie (250) 365-9665
1850 Daniel Street, Trail
$165,000
3 bdrm 2 bath extremely affordable home on double lot. Off street, covered parking, new appliance package, nothing to do but move in and enjoy! Call Terry 250-231-1101
This executive home is a must see. You will be amazed with the space and views from every floor. Large kitchen with breakfast nook, formal dining room and 3 decks! This home is stunning. Contact your REALTOR® today to view.
SOLD 2200 Highway 3B, Fruitvale
$259,000
4 bdrm Fruitvale home on 4 acres!
Call Jodi (250) 231-2331
Call Terry 250-231-1101
Mark Wilson
250-231-5591
mark.wilson@century21.ca
Terry Alton
250-231-1101
terryalton@shaw.ca
Tonnie Stewart
250-365-9665
tonniestewart@shaw.ca
Jodi Beamish
ICE NEW PR
250-231-2331
jodi.beamish@century21.ca
Mary Martin
250-231-0264 628 Forrest Drive, Warfield
531 Turner Street, Warfield
414 2nd Avenue, Rivervale
255 Mayer Road, Rossland
Built in 2009, this compact charmer is perfect for single, couple or empty nesters that want modern open concept, low maintenance living. Home features vaulted ceilings, heated garage, private yard and comes with New Home Warranty. Call now before its gone. Call Deanne (250) 231-0153
This bright cheery home features upgraded, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, roof, wiring, plumbing, most windows, tastefully decorated, beautiful decks and low maintenance landscaping, and garage. Such a fabulous little package! Call now!! Call Deanne (250) 231-0153
Private view acreage close to Red Mountain Ski Resort and downtown Rossland. Loads of 4 season recreation at your fingertips. This 4.5 acre provides a variety of locations to maximize your view preferences to build your dream home on.
The work has been done. Upgrades include extensive electrical and plumbing, and roofing. The kitchen is gorgeous. There are 3 bdrm on main and 1 down and the location is terrific. Call your REALTOR® for your appt to view, you will be glad you did.
Beautifully upgraded. You will love the kitchen, lots of storage, stainless steel appliances, and wood flooring. The charming dining room has french doors to large deck. Living room and dining rooms also have wood flooring.
Call Richard (250) 368-7897
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
$169,000
$164,000
STING NEW LI
$89,900
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$229,000
NEW
745 Dickens Street, Warfield
$199,500
LISTING
mary.martin@century21.ca
Richard Daoust
250-368-7897
richard.daoust@century21.ca
Mary Amantea
250-521-0525
mamantea@telus.net
Bill Craig
250-231-2710
bill.craig@century21.ca 926 Black Bear Drive, Rossland
$249,999
2459 2nd Ave, Rossland
Call Christine (250) 512-7653
Nicely renovated 3bdrm home with walkout basement, large landscaped lot, 13x41 garage, huge private deck, and 2 fireplaces. Tons of storage and a workshop area complete this package. Call Christine (250) 512-7653
Spectacular 2 bdrm home situated on .27 acre treed lot. Completely renovated including new windows, wood stove, new kitchen, flooring, bathroom, exterior deck, wiring. Close to the ski hill, plenty of hiking, biking and riding trails right at your back door.
FFERS TO O N E P O
$299,000
Deanne Lockhart
730 Binns Street, Trail
$128,000
250-231-0153
Filled with character! Original hardwood floors and wood trim, updated electrical, country kitchen and remodeled bathroom. Single car garage and plenty of off street parking. This home is move in ready.
deannelockhart@shaw.ca
Art Forrest
Call Art (250) 368-8818
250-368-8818 c21art@telus.net
82 Walnut Avenue, Fruitvale
$237,500
Very solid 3 plus bdrms/2 bthrm home in a Great location heat pump - central vacuum - great private street close to schools, shopping and village center - many renovations have been done - kitchen-bathroomflooring - great flat fenced lots - Call your REALTOR® today. Call Mark (250) 231-5591
For additional information and photos on all of our listings, please visit
www.kootenayhomes.com
3590 Aster Drive, Trail
Christine Albo
$350,000
christine.albo@century21.ca
One-owner custom built home. This home is a classic, with interesting architecture, quality construction and prime location. 4 bdrms, 2 baths, large rec room, workshop and lots of great storage. The roof is brand new, central air-conditioning, u/g sprinkling. On nearly 1/3 of an acre at the end of a cul-de-sac.
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
250-512-7653
Dave Thoss
250-231-4522
dave.thoss@century21.ca
Dan Powell
Christina Lake 250-442-6413
powelldanielk@gmail.com