tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53303581701323087572024-03-12T23:10:17.474-07:00Debbie Demare's Now Retired Regional District Director 2012-2018 UpdateDebbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comBlogger84125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-62179816197488913822020-01-12T11:11:00.001-08:002020-03-10T15:20:36.198-07:00My Bralorne Support as Area A Director 2012-2018<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It was my honor and pleasure to support the unique community of Bralorne in surviving and thriving.<br />
In doing so, my belief is and was that Bralorne's success will contribute to the entire valley staying on its feet as a community.<br />
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that support that I provided between 2012-2018 in a factual way.</span></div>
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decided to look at funding that I played a role in getting for Bralorne or
funding that I actually gave through SLRD Select Funds.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">So here is a list from 2012-2018, probably
not everything but this will give you an idea.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The total of direct funding in this list is $2,120,074.</span></div>
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indicated the funding is Area A Select Funds – Grants in Aide.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Bralorne Sewer was close to 100
years old.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Unfortunately options such as
septic are not possible in the two Bralorne town sites because of the lot
sizes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The system, after a study, was
shown to have many leaks in the collections system and there was no secondary
treatment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Ministry of Environment
was well aware of the situation and had let the SLRD know that the system had
to be addressed sometime within the next few years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If it had a major break happen or MOE laid
down an ultimatum it could have spelled real problems for Bralorne and the
ability to live in it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">There had been 3 applications to
infrastructure funding over 20 years (Federal/Provincial) that were turned
down.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I decided to read them all and I
soon realized that the description of Bralorne and its potential was part of
the problem.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some of the applications
actually had in there the town was dying!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Working with the SLRD grant writer we focused on some of the positives
and potential of Bralorne and finally the Federal/Provincial infrastructure application
was funded…for $1,999,530<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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links:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/02/cue-happy-dance-bralorne-sewer-system.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/02/cue-happy-dance-bralorne-sewer-system.html</a></span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: yellow;">Just before I finished my term, I sought and received SLRD Board support for up to $60,000 per year from the Northern Payment in Lieu of Taxes funding to offset the tax burden that I knew Bralorne property owners were going to have because of the project. We knew that the tenders were coming in higher than the funding, and that there woiuld have to be borrowing and the taxpayers would have to pay for that. The up to $60,000 per year for 2019, 2020, 2021 was meant to help in any way we could to offset the financial burden. </span></div>
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Service Top Ups from the Northern PILT Fund<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Bralorne Sewer and Water Services
had been running in or close to a deficit for a number of years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The services had not built nearly enough
reserve funds to cover major issues or replacement as everyone knew was needed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Bralorne Water – In 2016 and 2018, I
had a total of $8,500 transferred to the Bralorne Water Service from the
Northern Payment-In-Lieu-of-Taxes (PILT) funds to support the Bralorne Water
service staying out of deficit and starting to build a more substantive
reserve.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Bralorne Sewer – In each year from
2016 on, I had $5,000 transferred to the Bralorne Sewer Service from the
Northern PILT funds to support the operations and try to build a bigger and
more appropriate reserve fund.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Northern PILT funds are
non-taxation based (BC Hydro) and I also supported the Gold Bridge Water
Service in a similar manner.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Tenure (now known as Bralorne Recreation Area)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Applications (2013)– Southern Interior Beetle Action Coalition $46,000, Area A
Select Funds – Grant In Aide $5000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Tenure Documents (2017)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>$2214<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sites and Trails tenure (2018) $5,000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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condition of the Bralorne Hall was a big concern to people in Bralorne and
remains so.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">To facilitate moving forward
with the necessary studies and so on to apply for funding to fix it I funded
the following:</span></div>
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Historic Heritage Study – $5000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Hazardous Materials – high level identification study - $2,800<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Engineers Report - Completed August 2018 - $4200</span></div>
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repairs to doors, roof, support mechanisms - $3,000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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around the Hall (2014) $546<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Cookshack Repairs (2018) –- $7569.50</span></div>
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project - $1,200<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Recreation Area (2016) Insurance Support - $4,000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Recreation Area (2012) Insurance Support - $3,200<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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$400<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Plan (2014 )<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>$5000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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(2014)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>$600<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">1)the support that has occurred via
the<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> Asset Amenity Preservation Tax
Requisition</b> (SLRD funding which I initiated and guided through)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>which has been in effect for 3 years now
(since 2016) – expenditures in the Bralorne area include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Hall, Bralorne Ball Tournament, Sunshine Mountain Tenure area – varies <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Bralorne Ball Diamond, Bralorne Hall, Bralorne Fire Hall<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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lawnmower – primarily for use at Bralorne Ball Diamond<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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fixing pipes/hot water tanks) – Bralorne Church<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">And there are many more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">2) <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Wayfinding Signage Program </b>– NDIT/SLRD funded - $42,000 (initiated
by me) – to be completed by June 30/2020<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">- Bralorne Entry Sign – 4x8 Sign and
Timber Frame<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">- Bralorne Museum, Bralorne Church and
Bralorne Ball Diamond 2x4 Signs and Timber frame frames<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">- 4 Interpretive 24/24 double timber frame
post interpretive signs in key Bralorne locations<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-10 interpretive 8x11 single timber
frame post interpretive signs at the Old Museum Park Mining Equipment Walk way<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">3) <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Tourism Marketing Projects and Materials.</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bralorne and Bralorne businesses/organizations
have been prominently covered in many tourism marketing videos, visitors guide,
kiosks, etc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Funding includes grants in
aides, NDIT funding and so on all of which I either was directly or very
supportive of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Specifically some examples where Bralorne,
Bralorne business/organizations and life are prominently featured in:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-winter and summer marketing video<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Live Where you Play Video<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Blake Jorgenson marketing photo
project<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Gateway Entry Kiosks<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Visitor Guides 2014, 2016 and 2019<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While the Museum is a huge asset and draw
and promoter of Bralorne and its heritage, I have not included in the count of
funding because it is a “valley-wide” museum.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Its mission statement and collection reflect this but there is no doubt
it is important to the sustainability of Bralorne as a community.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Major work and funding has gone into finding,
securing and renovating a new location for the Bralorne Pioneer Museum at the
Bralorne Pioneer Mines Office building. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-67065020561239056242018-11-28T06:19:00.000-08:002018-11-28T06:19:02.724-08:00Thank You!<br />
This morning - November 28, 2018 - until about 10:30, I will be the Regional District Director for Area A, SLRD.<br />
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At 10:30 or just after, our new Area A Director, John Courchesne will be sworn in.<br />
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I went into being the Regional District Director following in the shoes of Russ Oakley. I wish John the very best in serving this community.<br />
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My intention when I got elected was to work very hard to increase communication with ALL the property owners in the area not just full time residents. In the same vein, I wanted to decrease the rumor mongering and gossip mill and deal with the facts. Decreases anger and builds credibility!<br />
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A second goal of mine was to build relationships and advocate every single day with other elected officials at all levels, ministry officials and so on. I do believe by the end of the 7 years, the first thing that occurs on MOST (not all lol) days to these folks is they need to consult with someone in the Bridge River Valley before they just land stuff on us.<br />
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My third goal, was to ensure every conceivable dollar available anywhere could come into this area to HELP with community development. While many of you come to this community to enjoy some relaxation and wilderness, the simple facts are services are based on population, no population no services. No jobs, no local economy, no amenities, no housing, no cultural amenities and crappy access means no population means no services and decreasing property values. Something YOU should care about.<br />
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My fourth goal was to ensure we moved from the culture of defeat and small-minded insular thinking to thinking we CAN do things but we have to be smart about it .....pay people instead of relying on volunteers with such a small population base...use technology and online stuff and finally do everything in my personal power including getting down in the dirt and working very long hours to ensure nothing fails. We have made progress here but not as much as I'd like and it has been very very hard.<br />
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So overall I am satisfied and I know I did my best.<br />
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Along the way what I have learned about this area and the people who have come and gone is remarkable. This is an amazing place to live, amazing. And so much satisfaction and so many thank you's from all of you, it is truly appreciated.<br />
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That said, I'm going to switch over to another blog (so it isn't perceived as political) called Living in the Bridge River Valley. So you'll being hearing from me again.<br />
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I really need to say a huge thank you to our staff at the SLRD. Were there times they pissed me off, did a shitty job, and so on, sure. But 99.5% of the time THEY made me look good. They are professionals and they are the ones we should ALL be thanking. They are smart, experienced and really really caring. Thank you Lynda Flynn and everyone who works at the SLRD.<br />
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Finally I have to thank one guy...Sal. Noone saw the countless times he cleaned off my snow covered vehicle and warmed it up at 5 am in the morning before one of my 4 hours winter drives to Pemberton for a meeting. Noone saw the number of times he cooked dinner and the hours he put up listening to me on the phone. Or the number of times he would bail me out because I couldn't find someone else to do something. Mind you he can whine pretty good, normal expression is "I gotta do f-ing everything!" (ha ha) Its pretty simple, he loves this place too and he knew what I was doing was for the good. It is part of our "DNA" as a couple...service is uniting, service builds a strong relationship. Thank you so much Sal, I could not have done this without your support AND your hard work. Always there.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">January 1, Sal in his element, Polar Bear Swim Gun Lake</td></tr>
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Signing off for the last time, thank you everyone for blessing me with this opportunity. My life has been enriched because of it.<br />
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Debbie Demare<br />
Area A, Electoral Area Director<br />
Squamish-Lillooet Regional DistrictDebbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-64233502603822311832018-09-28T07:35:00.003-07:002018-09-28T07:45:07.438-07:00All Candidates Meeting, Voting Information, Boralex Rezoning/Tenure Application<b><u>All Candidates Meetings</u></b><br />
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There will be two all candidate's meetings. Please come out and get the information you need to make a decision on how to vote in the local government , SLRD Regional District Director Election.<br />
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<b>IN PERSON</b> - Monday, October 8 - 9 am to 10 am, Gold Bridge Community Club<br />
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<b>TELEPHONE</b> - Tuesday, October 9 - 7 pm to 8 pm, Toll Free , RSVP to bridgerivervalley@gmail.com - 250 238 2534 - get dial in numbers<br />
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Please do your civic duty and learn about these candidates and then vote!!!!<br />
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Thank you to the Bridge River Valley Community Association for stepping up to the plate to do this.<br />
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<b><u>Voting Information</u></b><br />
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Here is a link to a 2 pager on where, when and how to vote! If you have questions call me or call the SLRD office at 1-800-298-7753.<br />
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<a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/sites/default/files/pdfs/Elections-2018/Notice_Election.pdf">https://www.slrd.bc.ca/sites/default/files/pdfs/Elections-2018/Notice_Election.pdf</a><br />
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<b><u>Boralex Rezoning and Tenure Application for Valley end of their Tower System</u></b><br />
You will recall that a rezoning was completed by the SLRD for one end of the site for the Boralex Jamie Creek IPP communications system. A tower and a small building.<br />
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Boralex has now applied for the site at this end of that system. To be able to proceed they need to complete a rezoning (SLRD's job) and receive a tenure from the Provincial Government (Provincial Govt's job to grant).<br />
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The rezoning has just gone to first reading and is being referred out to various parties - MoTi etc.- to comment on. It will then come back at some point for 2nd reading after which there will be a public hearing. Here is the link: to the<b> rezoning documents: </b> <a href="https://slrd.civicweb.net/FileStorage/82E8617FA20B4DFAA9293EA6591619B3-_180926%20BoralexCommunicationSite_FirstReading.pdf">https://slrd.civicweb.net/FileStorage/82E8617FA20B4DFAA9293EA6591619B3-_180926%20BoralexCommunicationSite_FirstReading.pdf</a><br />
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The tenure application (provincial) has been circulated for any input. It is here. If you have any comments on this please get back to me right away as the SLRD needs to make comments by October 18.<br />
<b>Tenure Documents:</b><br />
Application Area: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/160pHgiSmj6ksBrAvqNF9MdTvrxMNIFqM/view?usp=sharing">https://drive.google.com/file/d/160pHgiSmj6ksBrAvqNF9MdTvrxMNIFqM/view?usp=sharing</a><br />
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Detailed Map:<br />
<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wb3JBAZ8HuCT-vqIyph01aFMUwdLthE1/view?usp=sharing">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wb3JBAZ8HuCT-vqIyph01aFMUwdLthE1/view?usp=sharing</a><br />
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Location Map:<br />
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<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">Short Term Rental - SLRD Board Sets Direction</span></u></b><br />
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Here is my previous blog that contains results of the survey I did of area residents.<br />
<a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2018/08/air-bnb-and-cell-phone-survey-hurley.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2018/08/air-bnb-and-cell-phone-survey-hurley.html</a><br />
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If you are currently operating a short term rental (Air BnB or other) in an area zoned residential or rural residential you are contrary to zoning and therefore illegal. <br />
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The SLRD Board of Directors has been grappling with issues of short term rentals throughout the Regional District and in August set the following direction:<br />
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<br />Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-40008487277706627792018-09-19T12:05:00.004-07:002018-09-19T12:05:35.336-07:00YOU CAN VOTE!!! Election is coming, Campground Bylaw, Wildlife Attractant Bylaw, etc.<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>The Election is coming!</u></b></span><br />
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As you may have heard by now, Area A of the SLRD will have an election. This is the first election for many years that isn't being decided by acclamation (1 candidate). There are three candidates. Their official information is here: <a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/legislative-services/elections/2018-candidates">https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/legislative-services/elections/2018-candidates</a> I'm sure you will be hearing from them in short order.<br />
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The Bridge River Valley Community Association is planning to hold an All Candidates Forum on Thanksgiving Weekend on Monday morning at the GBCC and will follow up on Tuesday evening (9th) with a TOLL FREE TELECONFERENCE session for those that can't be there in person. More information to come from them very soon.<br />
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YOU will have multiple ways to vote from Election Day, 3 Advance Polls, 3 different locations to vote and the ability to do a mail in ballot. Here is the official voter information:<br />
<a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/legislative-services/elections/voter-information">https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/legislative-services/elections/voter-information</a><br />
If this info confuses you please phone the SLRD at 1-800-298-7753 or email kclark@slrd.bc.ca or give me a call or email.<br />
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I will remain the Regional District Director right up until the next director is sworn in on November 20. So I'll be working pretty hard right up to that time and if there is an emergency I will be there!<br />
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The SLRD is considering putting a Campground Bylaw in place to regulate private campgrounds.</div>
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<span style="color: #1f497d;">Please call me or email me with any questions or concerns. I need to provide input by September 30, 2018.</span><br />
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The provincial government announced a new Fuel Mitigation/Fire Smart Program at UBCM last week.<br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255 , 255 , 255 , 0.8); font-family: "myriadproregular" , "calibri" , "arial" , "sans serif"; font-size: 18px;">The Community Resiliency Investment (CRI) Program takes a holistic approach to wildfire risk reduction and fuel management treatments, and will consider fire prevention activities on provincial Crown land and private land, in addition to local government and reserve land.</span><br />
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The SLRD will be working on figuring the new program out and looking at what we apply for.<br />
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This link has a bunch of additional information on the program and if you have ideas please contact me right away: <a href="https://www.ubcm.ca/EN/main/funding/lgps/community-resiliency-investment.html">https://www.ubcm.ca/EN/main/funding/lgps/community-resiliency-investment.htm</a><br />
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The SLRD applied to do an update on our Community Wildfire Protection Plan for Area A in October 2017 and that updated plan should be completed soon. The CWPP identifes high risk areas and provides recommendations for wildfire protection for the community.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Noise and other issues - Good Neighbor Guidelines, Wildlife Attractant Bylaw</u></b></span><br />
This summer was much better for issues of partying type noise coming from Gun Lake in the middle of night or very early (5 am) in the morning. That said I received a number of complaints from other causes re noise and in some cases nuisance from around the Valley.<br />
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When I have surveyed residents they generally are not hugely in favor of noise bylaws etc. and so to this point have not brought a noise bylaw in.<br />
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The Mayor of Squamish shared with me their Good Neighbor Policy. Click here:<a href="https://squamish.ca/our-services/bylaws-and-enforcement/good-neighbour-guidelines/">https://squamish.ca/our-services/bylaws-and-enforcement/good-neighbour-guidelines/</a><br />
Obviously designed for a bigger community - however - we could , through the Ratepayer's Assoc., BRVCA etc. develop one that might work for our area. This is a more positive proactive way to deal with issues that bring conflict between neighbors. Let me know what you think.<br />
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One area that our entire SLRD decided to put in bylaws is around Wildlife Attractants. The idea here is to do as much proactive education as possible, but where there is an ongoing issues with a property owner, the Wildlife Attractant Bylaw will be used to catch that owner's attention with fines. Click here to read all about it: <a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/public-safety-health/living-wildlife/wildlife-attractant-bylaws-reporting-authorities">https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/public-safety-health/living-wildlife/wildlife-attractant-bylaws-reporting-authorities</a><br />
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<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">Bradian For Sale Again!</span></u></b><br />
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The current owners of Bradian property have put it on the market again. I am very pleased with how Collier's is marketing it so far. This is a very interesting and unique opportunity for an owner/developer who learns about the area, understands what is possible and respects the heritage of Bradian.<br />
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Here is the link for the listing: <a href="http://www.uniqueproperties.ca/properties/bradian-townsite#gallery">www.uniqueproperties.ca/properties/bradian-townsite#gallery</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Whats going on with Bralorne Gold Mine?</u></b></span><br />
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Here is the latest update from Avino Silver & Gold: <a href="http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/906869/427fc08494/506046361/c331c69944/">http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/906869/427fc08494/506046361/c331c69944/</a><br />
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<br />Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-9040396322056126372018-08-22T13:24:00.000-07:002018-08-22T15:29:59.337-07:00Air BNB and Cell Phone Survey, Hurley Snow Plowing<br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Local Government Elections</b></span><br />
As almost everyone is aware, I am retiring and not running in this Fall's elections.<br />
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A key date span is fast approaching and that is the nomination period, September 4-14 inclusive. You must submit your forms to the SLRD office in that time frame to appear on the ballot.<br />
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The election is on October 20 and you will be sworn in, for 4 years on November 20.<br />
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There is a ton of excellent information at this link:<br />
Our Chief Electoral Officer, Kristen Clark, can also help and support you as well.<br />
And, I am always available with past history on issues and so on.<a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/legislative-services/elections">https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/legislative-services/elections</a><br />
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As I have mentioned previously, the base stipend is $25,000 per year. Many expenses are paid including all travel, some office and computer expenses, phone(s) (Area A gets 50% of a satellite phone paid), etc.<br />
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If this has been on your mind, you can and should run! Every elected official charts their own course with their own priorities and time availability.<br />
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An Election, a choice, with several good people running would be very good for our area and the choice would make sure the right person for this time in our history would be elected!<br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;">Short Term Rental Survey</b><br />
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Earlier this spring I did a short term rental (Air BNB) type survey.<br />
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For your interest here are the results:<br />
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Note that participation was 14% Bralorne, 7% Gold Bridge, 56% Gun Lake, 12% Tyaughton Lake and 8 % Marshall Lake with 2 % Other.<br />
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As you are aware short term rentals (Air BNB) <b>are illegal </b>in residential zoned locations in Area A.<br />
You can apply for a rezoning to commercial to accommodate short term rentals. Keep in mind that most of the residential zoning allow Bed & Breakfasts and also long term (month to month) rentals.<br />
Please check with the zoning bylaw or call our planning department at 1-800-298-7753. They will give you the scoop. If you have a short term rental nearby and you wish to complain about it you can fill out a bylaw enforcement form, <a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/bylaw-enforcement">https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/bylaw-enforcement</a>.<br />
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The results in this survey are very interesting and not what I expected.<br />
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Have a look: <a href="http://bit.ly/2MFGbhZ">http://bit.ly/2MFGbhZ</a><br />
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I have been in constant contact with Telus (several meetings) and other major organizations in our area. We will see what develops.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Hurley FSR Snow Plowing Last Winter</b></span><br />
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I've had many people suggest that keeping the Hurley FSR Open through the winter would really help our area by increasing access and making it more attractive (and less isolating) for people to live here.<br />
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Last winter, Interwest had cutblocks in the Hope Creek area and were hauling in both directions. The Hurley FSR was kept open to January 5. I asked them about costs to do this and here is the answer:<br />
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The SLRD is considering putting a Campground Bylaw in place to regulate private campgrounds.</div>
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I will be leaving this survey open until Sunday, June 3. 96 responses so far which is really good. I will be publishing the responses when done.<br />
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Click here to do the survey: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3M53RB8">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3M53RB8</a><br />
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Ministry of Transportation officials advise that t<span style="color: #1f497d;">he contractor has been issued a
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<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">Summer at Gun Lake</span></u></b><br />
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Following last summer, I did a survey of Gun Lake Property Owners to determine what their opinion was on some of the issues that occured.<br />
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Here is a link to the survey results.. Be sure in comment sections to click on responses to see all of the comments. Click Here: .<a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/results/SM-TWJLQ6BYL/">https://www.surveymonkey.com/results/SM-TWJLQ6BYL/</a><br />
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I have been in touch with the RCMP who have advised they will be patrolling the boat launch area as well as working, in cooperation with the Conservation Service, doing some boat patrols.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Bralorne Water System Condition Assessment</u></b></span><br />
The SLRD has been awarded $7,500 for an infrastructure planning grant to look at the Bralorne Water System and provide a condition assessment. This will inform planning for the Bralorne Water Service.<br />
<a href="https://slrd.civicweb.net/FileStorage/137DA050702945888CC8BA8ADFC4F7B6-180330%20Ministry%20Municipal%20Affairs%20and%20Housing%20Bral.pdf">https://slrd.civicweb.net/FileStorage/137DA050702945888CC8BA8ADFC4F7B6-180330%20Ministry%20Municipal%20Affairs%20and%20Housing%20Bral.pdf</a><br />
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Do you know all the things you can take and recycle at the Gold Bridge Transfer Station. This video will show you in spectacular fashion. If you want to share with friends & family so they know too, here s the YouTube Link:<a href="https://youtu.be/1fd5wSNUO80">https://youtu.be/1fd5wSNUO80</a>Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-652443714666540052018-05-16T11:28:00.000-07:002018-05-16T11:28:08.086-07:00May Long Weekend and more<br />
<i>As we move into May long weekend and all the fun we are going to have, I just want to highlight the danger at our doorsteps.</i><br />
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The Wildfire Branch and their weather folks are forecasting another hot dry difficult fire season....I hope they are wrong, I really do. The expression goes though - plan for the worst, hope for the best.<br />
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As mentioned in previous posts, we need a NEW Regional District Director this fall. I am retiring!</div>
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If you think you "might" be interested please see my previous posts here:</div>
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<b>There are big changes in place for how you can vote and when you can vote this time</b>. </div>
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2nd Advance Poll is at the SLRD office in Pemberton October 15</div>
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<i>Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter! I've been out and in on Road 40 over the winter. The re-paving project is by no means completed and will be starting again this spring. But you will find the 25km stretch that was so bad on either side of Tyaughton Lake Rd., much smoother and easier to drive. Hope you have an enjoyable weekend!</i><br />
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<a href="https://www.avino.com/news/2017/avino-plans-8-000-metre-drill-program-at-bralorne/">8000 m Drill Program</a><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><u>I'm Retiring - We need a NEW Regional District Director - Election October 20</u></span></b></div>
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See my notes from my last blog for details:<br />
<a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2018/03/im-retiring-election-october-20.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2018/03/im-retiring-election-october-20.html</a><br />
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Thank you to all those who have emailed, messaged and phoned to say Thank You in the last month and ongoing over the last 6 years.<br />
And for those that think being elected is "thankless", the vast majority of people are respectful of hard work and often say Thank You.<br />
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This is a terrific video on what makes a good Local Government Elected Official.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><u>New Rapid Access Clinic at Royal Inland Hospital - Kamloops</u></span></b><br />
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For those of you property owners in Area A, SLRD, you pay a good chunk of your property taxes to the Thompson-Nicola Hospital District. We are in the catchment of Interior Health.<br />
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Patients in the Kamloops region who need to see a specialist to receive complex medical,
cardiac or neurology assessments have new access to a quick appointment – without needing to be
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See the announcement here:<br />
<a href="https://www.interiorhealth.ca/AboutUs/MediaCentre/NewsReleases/Documents/New%20Rapid%20Access%20Clinic%20at%20Royal%20Inland%20Hospital%20improves%20access.pdf">https://www.interiorhealth.ca/AboutUs/MediaCentre/NewsReleases/Documents/New%20Rapid%20Access%20Clinic%20at%20Royal%20Inland%20Hospital%20improves%20access.pdf</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">After last year's unprecedented wildfires in the Cariboo-Chilcotin-Thompson areas, it stands to reason that change, and change that attempts to address threats, is to be expected.</span></div>
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We have definitely had winter this year. When you look at the date, such as at the link below, you will find that we are quite close to normal.<br />
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<a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/environment/air-land-water/water/river-forecast/2018_mar1.pdf">https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/environment/air-land-water/water/river-forecast/2018_mar1.pdf</a><br />
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Note that the Lillooet River (Pemberton area) is in the Lower Fraser Drainage is mentioned as being at higher risk of flooding, this does note except us except for Hurley FSR access.<br />
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<br />Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-58053661828674634642018-03-03T09:40:00.002-08:002018-03-03T09:40:16.490-08:00I'm Retiring - Election October 20<b><u><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Election for Regional District Director October 20</span></u></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Our local government in the upper Bridge River Valley is the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District. Your representative is the Electoral Area Director (or commonly referred to as Regional District Director) for Area A (our area).</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">Size:</strong> <span style="box-sizing: border-box;">3,715.03 square kilometers</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">Folio Count:</strong> <span style="box-sizing: border-box;">1,971</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">Taxable Property Assessment Total:</strong> <span style="box-sizing: border-box;">$189,422,519</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">Average Taxable Property:</strong> <span style="box-sizing: border-box;">$243,161</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On October 20 this year there will be an election for the next Regional District Director.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>After two terms (7 years) I am retiring and will not be running for re-election.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is a very important elected position that represents us to other levels of government and to the SLRD, is key to determining tax rates and works to distribute other forms of funding into the community.</span><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">be 18 years of age or older on general voting day;</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">be a Canadian citizen;</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">have lived in British Columbia for at least six months before filing your nomination documents;</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">not be disqualified under the <a href="http://www.bclaws.ca/EPLibraries/bclaws_new/document/ID/freeside/96323_00" style="color: #000096;"><i>Local Government Act</i></a> or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And a key factor for us, is that <b>you do not have to live or own property in the jurisdiction in which you are running for office.</b> In other words, if you are a part time resident here you can run for election.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The election is October 20, 2018. There will also be advance polls approximately 10 days ahead of the election date. (More details on election process to come). As a non-resident property owner you CAN vote.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The nomination period is<span style="background-color: white;"><b> </b></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #4c4d4f;"><b>Tuesday, September 4, 2018 – Friday, September 14, 2018. </b> This means you must have your papers into the SLRD office by Friday, September 14 in order to be put on the ballot.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #4c4d4f;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There is much more basic information here: <a href="http://elections.bc.ca/political-participants/local-elections-campaign-financing/2018-general-local-elections/">http://elections.bc.ca/political-participants/local-elections-campaign-financing/2018-general-local-elections/</a></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Many people ask about the time commitment.</b> Required commitments are the monthly Board meeting (one day), the monthly Electoral Area Directors meeting and some other Committee of the Whole meetings (almost monthly). Preparation is a part of all meetings. From there how much or how little you take on is really up to you. One of my efforts on the SLRD board was to have procedure by-laws modified so that meetings can be attended by telephone (its not preferred but in bad weather etc. it can be done).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>What about pay?</b> There is a flat rate (right now) of $25,000 per year plus expenses (mileage, meals, phone, etc). In the case of Area A, the SLRD also pays 1/2 the monthly rate for a Satellite Phone. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are many places to get information - I'm happy to help (250)238-2248, you can phone Elections BC (see link above) and you can also phone our staff (1-800-298-7253).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Are you building this year? Don't know much about bylaws, zoning or other items related to your property in Area A of the SLRD?</u></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Our staff has put together a very informative brochure which you should receive in the mail.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you haven't received it, click here: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lByO-JLO74m_TuM7Gza11SlH6t6Ixfxq/view?usp=sharing">2018 Building Planning Department Brochure</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Here is the link to the 2016 mapping (2017 not done due to fires) <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOUk9TZ0ZyejhLcGM?usp=sharing"><span style="color: windowtext;">https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOUk9TZ0ZyejhLcGM?usp=sharing</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif;">The </span><u style="font-family: Georgia, serif;">key thing</u><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif;"> people can do to prevent further tree deaths (and
thereby fire hazard) is to treat their immediate surrounding trees. It is
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif;">The product is a pheromone - not chemical. <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gN1v-OwtiUPWlbozb-mO00G_YJquDy0U/view?usp=sharing">Checklist for Applying MCH</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">This the link to the supplier's WebSite. <a href="https://www.westgreenglobaltechnologies.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;">https://www.westgreenglobaltechnologies.com/</span></a> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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If you would like more information about the product you can contact Sal (saldemare27@gmail.com)Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-56784716417844780772017-12-08T09:44:00.001-08:002017-12-08T10:50:25.611-08:00Our favorite topic - Roads....Merry Christmas!<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 12.0pt;">
<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I hope everyone is coming up to have a lot of fun between Christmas and New Years...and yes, "the plan" is...at least for Sal to do this on January 1 while I stand on the shore shivering and thinking various things about the people jumping in.</i></span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The procurement process for
maintenance of 27 of the 28 service areas throughout the province is currently
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thanks to Sal Demare for putting together this fantastic library of Road Safety and Maintenance Links. It gives you an in cone place list of every conceivable link re road safety and maintenance.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I recently had a chat with Avino representatives and here is a brief summary (and I hope accurate as I am not a miner), see the link below which basically says the same thing:</span><br />
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-they received a permit to mine 100 tons/day <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/906869/2992230733/506038837/c331c69944/">Most recent Avino update re Bralorne Gold Mines</a></span></span></b><br />
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Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations regarding a guided
hunt outfit that would like tenure within your Electoral Area. </span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">SLRD November Update</span></b><br />
<a href="https://slrd.civicweb.net/document/94242/RDU%20Nov2017.pdf?handle=5E5F6BCA2ABF4034874E26D8F77CAA6F">Click here to see the overall SLRD update for November</a>Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-30375271281841990822017-10-31T10:49:00.001-07:002017-10-31T10:49:27.934-07:00Road 40 Paving Project Update, No Firearms Discharge & Hunting & More<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Road 40 Paving Project Update</u></b></span><br />
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A number of factors contributed to a late start on this project - the election situation which delayed the tender signing and the unprecedented fire situation tying up equipment To make matters more complicated we have had an early start ( 3 weeks) to winter like weather.<br />
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The first layer is a level course layer and that is followed by a top lift layer.<br />
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The contractor is currently working hard to complete the 25 km section at our end - both layers and finishing touches and replacement of barriers etc - before winter hits. If they do not succeed, they will need to basically put barriers back and come back in spring.<br />
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The 12 or so kms on the other side of Terzaghi Dam on Rd. 40 is next. Same story as our end...if they have to take the winter break they will, but they will be back in the Spring.<br />
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The school parking lot is still on the list and will be paved out of the project funding - thank you MOTI!<br />
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The Ministry has a quality assurance program where they take cores of the new paving and they analyze - contractor can receive penalties or bonuses based on what that analysis shows. Lets just hope they do a good job.<br />
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<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The No Firearms Discharge Bylaw encompasses areas around Tyaughton Lake, Gun Creek Rd., Gun Lake, Gold Bridge and Bralorne. The link to the bylaw is below and scroll to the end to see the maps.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Click here: <a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/sites/default/files/bylaws/pdf/BL%201294%20with%20Schedules_0.pdf">SLRD Area A No Firearms Discharge Bylaw</a></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: medium;">We have had some challenges siting the No Firearms Discharge signs in the Tyaughton Lake and Gun Creek Rd. corridors due to vandalism of other signs (cut off and removed) as well as MOTI rules around where these signs can go. This has required other security steps be taken so as you as the taxpayer don't have to pay exorbitant amounts to replace signs which are stolen. We are working on it though, it will get done eventually.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: medium;">In the meantime you can, should you choose put in a complaint to Bylaw Enforcement. Complete information is here: <a href="https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/bylaw-enforcement">https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/bylaw-enforcement</a></span><br />
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If a party is hunting <u>legally </u> within the boundaries of the No Firearms Discharge bylaw maps they are permitted to do so. The trick is to understand what "hunting legally" means, this cheat sheet is based on Provincial legislation and regulations and I ran this by the Conservation Officer for our area for accuracy.<br />
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<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">And of course, you can report to both. The trick is getting accurate and identifying information to report - smartphone cameras and so on are great tools in this regard. </span>
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<span style="color: #1f497d;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As a result of several search and
rescue type situations that demonstrated a lack of coordination and a lack of
local knowledge I drew the first responders and our emergency management
department together informally to brainstorm a list of actions that would
improve the situation. A number of very good ideas emerged. Ryan
Wainwright, the SLRD Emergency Program Manager sought and has been granted
permission to use an EMBC PEP-COORD channel. Darren Oike from the
District of Lillooet coordinated with all first responder groups serving the
BRV and Lillooet area around implementation – turns out District of Lillooet
had been working on the same thing. It has now been used successfully on a
number of occasions. EMBC has a protocol in place for use of their channel so
it wasn’t necessary to develop one.</span></span><br />
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Ryan Wainwright will be discussing use of the channel with Seton Fire
Department and Gun Lake Fire Protection Society in the next short while. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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although a number of the other ideas brought up will also need to be actioned
to make SAR’s and other types of rescues more effective in our area.</span><span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-29355171525821840002017-10-18T15:01:00.002-07:002017-10-18T15:01:36.235-07:00A Few Gun Lake ItemsAs I sit here it is October 18 and it is just snowing like crazy! So much for fall, maybe it will come back.<br />
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Below are a few Gun Lake Items for your attention.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Transportation Use Application - Gun Lake</u></span><br />
This application is to create a public road on a landlocked piece of property.<br />
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All the documentation is at this link:<br />
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Please let me know if you have any questions or comments and I'll try to get them answered.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Forest Health Issues</u></span><br />
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I have placed a number of 2016 assessment maps related to Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB) or<br />
Douglas Fir Bark Beetle (DFB).<br />
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<a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOUk9TZ0ZyejhLcGM?usp=sharing">https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOUk9TZ0ZyejhLcGM?usp=sharing</a><br />
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I encourage you to look at the map titled DFB_haz_Gun at the link as an example. This maps shows the susceptibility - the greater the redder. Then you will see green dots with numbers beside them, those show current attacks. If the green dots are near or in a red/deep red area you can be assured the tree kill will be very efficient in these areas. If those dots show your property you need to do something to stop the spread of Douglas Fir Bark Beetle.<br />
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Here is a link to my previous post on the topic: <a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2013/09/important-lake-property-owners-on.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2013/09/important-lake-property-owners-on.html</a><br />
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There is an excellent pheromone treatment which some of us have been using that has proven effective if you get them out at the right time. Last year we ordered 1132 packets. Depending on the 2017 results I will advise where/how you can order them.<br />
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The FLNRO Forest Health people will have some updated maps for us by Christmas (fires slowed them down this year, as with everything).<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Noise and Litter on/around Gun Lake this summer</u></span><br />
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This summer I had an unprecedented number of complaints from Gun Lake property owners regarding noise from boats in the middle of the night, litter in the water, noise from other properties.<br />
Gun Lake property owners are generally pretty tolerant bunch...been there and had the parties too...however this year seemed to come with a different level of issues.<br />
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I have put this survey together to judge the degree of the issue, where people thinks the issues (if there are issues) stem from and how they think they should be dealt with. Please answer honestly and your name is not needed.<br />
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Survey: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DWVB28H">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DWVB28H</a>Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-80048103968168578002017-09-16T09:24:00.006-07:002017-09-16T09:26:55.427-07:00Road 40 Repaving - Bralorne Gold Mines Update<u style="font-size: x-large;">Road 40 Repaving</u><br />
<span style="color: #1f497d;">The paving crew is wrapping up
the Seton paving. Next step is moving the asphalt paving plant , which is
a large and complicated procedure. Anticipated start date
for the Road 40 paving is the week of Sept 25. (one month of
paving anticipated) . </span><br />
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<span style="color: #1f497d;">SLRD as well as other lead agencies (ie
RCMP School district ) will be formally notified by letter of the project
dates and details and we will share out via social media and other channels . Digital changeable message signs will also be posted
at site. The paving company also has traffic management delay
limitations to meet in order to minimize disruption to the traveling
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<b><span style="color: #1f497d; font-size: large;"><u>R</u></span><u style="color: #1f497d; font-size: x-large;">oles of Ministry of Transportation Officials</u></b><br />
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Reports
to the District Manager</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Responsible
for the day to day operation of the administration of the Maintenance Contract;
including establishing a local monitoring and auditing program</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Directs
and supervises staff that report to the position</span></li>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Assists
with the coordination of the Ministry Rehabilitation Program,</span></li>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">May
manage the Commercial Vehicle and Safety Program for the District</span></li>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Interacts
with various stakeholders at various levels of government</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Ensures
that financial, personnel and contracted resources are managed effectively in
accordance with Ministry and government requirements,</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Coordinates
Emergency response activities for district related MVI’s and or natural events
that impact the public road system etc.</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Acts
as second in command to the DM</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Delegated
authority to suspend employees</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Has
the authority to initiate short term road/bridge closures to ensure public
safety</span></li>
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contacted in the absence of the local Roads Area Manager for any road related
matters – caveat being maintenance. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">If it’s a road and bridge maintenance
issue, the first point of contact should be the local maintenance contractor. See this link for information on how to do that: <a href="http://www.interiorroads.com/contact-us/">http://www.interiorroads.com/contact-us/</a></span></div>
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maintenance contractor or local Area Manager has proven ineffective)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Reports
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<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Acts
as the Ministry rep. within their assigned area by identifying and resolving
local highway Operations issues,</span></li>
<li>-<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Liaises
with local stakeholders at all levels within their assigned area regarding any
road related concerns,</span></li>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Administers
the Maintenance Contract through monitoring and auditing for an assigned
portion of the District to monitor the Contractor’s requirement to adhere to
the terms and conditions of the contract.</span></li>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Plans,
organizes, coordinates and manages highway operations and road rehab programs
within their assigned area,</span></li>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Project
manages any assigned projects that are assigned to them within their area,</span></li>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -18pt;">Responds
immediately to any unusual events or emergencies that are road related within
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u><b>What's up with Bralorne Gold Mines?</b></u></span></div>
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As many of you know, Bralorne Gold Mines is now owned by Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd.<br />
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<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOcGZvV1E1YVYwZlU/view?usp=sharing">Bralorne Community Presentation</a> Community Presentation to meetings in April 2017<br />
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I will keep you updated with any pertinent new information.<br />
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<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">Area A 2017 Tax Information</span></u></b><br />
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Regional District Taxation is complex to say the least. You receive it on several lines with your provincial tax notice which also includes School Taxes and other Provincial Taxes.<br />
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The link below gives you JUST the regional district portion in a little different format than your tax notice.<br />
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<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOakt5VlYxTmFWWkU/view?usp=sharing">Area A 2017 Tax Information - Chart - Click Here</a><br />
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I have worked hard to try and keep the total Regional District taxes for our area pretty close to the same, maybe sometimes going up a little or down a little. If you have questions please contact me.<br />
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-28842559638955916312017-07-31T10:48:00.002-07:002017-08-09T16:45:03.278-07:00Various Input Opportunities for residents & property owners <i>Summer is upon us, pretty nice weather and I hope you're enjoying it. Sending along a little light reading and something for you to think about other than water, margueritas and all the other fun stuff we like to do in the summer - ha, ha! Seriously though these are the opportunities available to our residents and property owners to comment and have input on. </i><br />
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<i>I've contacted FLNRO re the Hurley. It is so dry, its really not optimal for grading...fines go everywhere on top of the fire risk from machinery. They are going to try and have the industrial road user grade from Bridge River Main FSR junction down to bridge. I'll stay on top of this.</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Boralex Rezoning for Communication Tower on Mt. Penrose</b></span><br />
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The SLRD received a zoning amendment application for a proposed private communications
tower on an unsurveyed parcel of Crown land on Mt. Penrose (adjacent to Gun Lake). See
Appendix B: Location Site Plan. The current RR2 – Rural Resource zoning does not include
private communications tower as a permitted use. Further, as the proposed communications
tower is not located on the same parcel as the Jamie Creek Hydroelectric Facility (located ~
10kms from Jamie Creek IPP - across Downtown Lake and up Mt. Penrose), it cannot be
considered an accessory use to the IPP. Thus, a zoning amendment is required to support this
use.<br />
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Complete SLRD Report:<br />
<a href="https://slrd.civicweb.net/FileStorage/8928BCDFBC3E4A958C3970ABFD7D467D-170726%20MtPenroseCommunicationsSite_firstreading.pdf">https://slrd.civicweb.net/FileStorage/8928BCDFBC3E4A958C3970ABFD7D467D-170726%20MtPenroseCommunicationsSite_firstreading.pdf</a><br />
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The SLRD Board passed first reading on July 25. Eventually there will be a public hearing and I will let you know well in advance. In the meantime if you have questions/comments/concerns let me know.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>UPDATE: </b>Input Deadline is now August 31</span><br />
There is a snowmobile tenure referral out for comment. SLRD has received an extension to August 11 for input and hopes to get a bit more time from that as well. Bralorne Recreation Area (Sunshine), Bralorne Community Advisory Committee, the Trails Committee and the Bridge River Valley Snowmobile Club have all given input. Additionally the SLRD is compiling all the input as well as reviewing documents such as the Official Community Plan and others and will be submitted input.<br />
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Have a read of the attached and if you have input you will see how to provide or you can send it to me and I'll make sure it gets into the SLRD for additional to our input.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">A forest
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years and may be renewed for an additional term. It contains a description of
the forest development units where harvesting and road building may occur and
must specify results or strategies that describe how a ML holder will meet the
objectives set by government for the 11 resource values of: Soils, Timber, Wildlife, Water, Fish, Biodiversity,
Visual Quality, Cultural Heritage, Recreation, Invasive Plants and Natural
Range Barriers. The provincial government must approve an FSP before associated
permits can be issued to the agreement holder. </span><br />
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the plan is available and allow at least 60 days for comments to be received.
This process allows other tenure holders, professionals, communities,
stakeholders, and the public to provide input on these plans. FSPs must also be
shared and discussed with affected First Nations as part of the licensee’s
obligation to consultation. Aspen Planers will begin this period on August 2.</span><br />
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Aspen Planers FSP Presentation/Info Session: Wednesday, August 30 10-Noon. Gold Bridge Community Club I have also distributed this information widely. I will be working to gather questions/comments/input.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>BC Hydro Water Licence Renewal Process</b></span><br />
Water licences that authorize BC Hydro to either store or divert water for power purposes at their facilities are issued by the Comptroller of Water Rights under the Water Sustainability Act. BC Hydro is currently starting the process to renew 5 water licences and 1 associated Permit<br />
over Crown Land (PCL) at the LaJoie and Bridge facilities to enable us to continue operating the facilities<a href="http://bchydro.com/waterlicencerenewal.">.</a>The licences and the facilities to which they apply are shown in the figure below.<br />
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I will also be staying in touch with all of you on this and if you have any comments/questions/input please feel free to get in touch with me.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>I hope everyone is having a great summer. I am. My grand kids have come and visited a couple of times. The weather has been great and my dock has been my favorite place to be. Along with fun and summer comes some issues, this blog post covers some of those.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">We have all watched with deep concern for communities through out BC who have been evacuated and sustained horrible losses related to wildfire.</span><div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. <b>Be Careful ....starting with campfires.</b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">We currently have a campfire ban...but that ban includes MUCH MORE than fires...</span></b></div>
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<li style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">campfires, as defined in the wildfire regulation: <a href="http://www.gov.bc.ca/wildfirelegislation" style="color: #1a5a96; text-decoration-line: none;">www.gov.bc.ca/wildfirelegislation</a></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">the burning of waste or other materials</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">stubble or grass fires of any size over any area</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">the use of fireworks, sky lanterns, tiki torches, chimineas, burning barrels or burning cages of any size or description</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">the use of binary exploding targets (e.g., for target practice)</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">the use of air curtain burners (forced air burning systems)</span></li>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>3. Volunteer to respond.... get trained for the Gun Lake Fire Protection Society or the Bralorne Fire Department.....</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #494949; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Gun Lake in particular has great opportunities for all kinds of boating ....and related activities. Those opportunities also exist on Tyaughton Lake and Marshall Lake but perhaps not to the same degree.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #494949; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span></span><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #494949; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">We want boaters and the activities to have lots and lots of fun. We also want to make sure that swimmers, floaters, dock lovers and so on also have lots and lots of fun.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #494949; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNWLTzQE9UGnzabd396ud72tRdczQf1Cc3ZEt3LXag1jt2Qnq0gC5IwXsvMHWw9Hsg6VckRtTCbnO0quejIPVAOAYv0FOCIp1t9xGj_rtZjy7SrWjJEbNwc6VNbneWFACTLcozMkEEJd8/s1600/18700612_1851678905093490_144101287866693322_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNWLTzQE9UGnzabd396ud72tRdczQf1Cc3ZEt3LXag1jt2Qnq0gC5IwXsvMHWw9Hsg6VckRtTCbnO0quejIPVAOAYv0FOCIp1t9xGj_rtZjy7SrWjJEbNwc6VNbneWFACTLcozMkEEJd8/s320/18700612_1851678905093490_144101287866693322_o.jpg" width="320" /></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Did you know there are shore line speed restrictions for boating on lakes?</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: small;">A boat wake can damage other vessels, docks and erode the shoreline. It can also be a risk for swimmers, divers and people on small boats that might capsize. Be aware of how your boat's wake might affect others. </span></span><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span></span></span><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">We do not have a noise bylaw and I'm trying to not have a noise bylaw....but if we can't figure it out as neighbors and friends...it will be put in place. </span></div>
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-15793513116755778132017-04-04T13:52:00.000-07:002017-04-04T14:04:06.024-07:00Road 40 Funding Announcement & more<i>Sal and I just had our 3rd grandchild, a boy and also took a trip to Moab, Utah. This is the first opportunity I have had to distribute information on Road 40 repaving. I apologize if you have seen this already, there may be some new information to you in here. But before I go there, I'd like to announce my new alternate.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I had five different people offer to be the Alternate and I'd like to thank each of them for putting their names forward. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And finally, a huge huge Thank you to Norm Verner. He decided to "retire" and he will be missed. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">His previous experience in local government and particularly on the SLRD Board was very very reassuring and useful. </span><br />
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On March 22, Jackie Tegart our MLA drove out here to make a big funding announcement on Road 40. On her way, her vehicle's windshield fell victim to a rolling rock off the bank side of Rd. 40. So our MLA knows our challenges with this road.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The announcement is at this link: <a href="https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2017TRAN0096-000767">https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2017TRAN0096-000767</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This repaving has a value of nearly $9 million. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Basically, the funding for this repaving comes from the rehabilitation pot of money. I have been asked is there any "new" paving or other improvements and the answer is no. New improvements will come from the capital pot of funds...harder to make the case for. I will keep everyone up to speed about when/what as I get details.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Special thanks go to the BRVCA Economic Development Committee who used some of their funding to develop a Business Case for the repaving and submitted it in December 2015. Also to Suzanne Denbak, who actually did the work. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Maps: Road 40 West <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOLTYyaWZYNUJBRmM/view?usp=sharing"> https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOLTYyaWZYNUJBRmM/view?usp=sharing</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Maps: Seton Lake</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We are left with the ongoing challenges with maintenance on this road. Sal and I, and particularly Sal, has been working really hard to get the Lillooet & Region Transportation Advisory Committee set up and operating in a manner that will produce some results. Our hope is that the work this group will do going forward will assist in understanding between all the stakeholders, prioritize issues and bring changes that improve the maintenance of our roads in the entire region.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">That said, <u>there is something VERY IMPORTANT you can do</u>. When you see a maintenance issue report it! Go to www.interiorroads.com and click on feedback, fill in the form. You can also call 1.800.842.4122. These reports are responded to by IRL and also MOTi does audit them to determine if response was made. This is what the form looks like:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I see many people post pictures and complaints on Facebook about Rd. 40. I get the frustration - I drive the road all the time - and I get that it makes us feel better to share. But, it doesn't bring change. Change and improvements come by putting in the feedback frequently and regularly. I'd also note that those photos go far and wide, never go away and influence perceptions of people we want to come here frequently and regularly. Give it some thought. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>I truly believe it was all the letters from property owners and businesses in our area that brought attention to the need for repaving, you can do it again on the maintenance side. Complain, complain, complain using the IRL feedback system.</b> Each one of you can take credit for this announcement for the repaving because you wrote and you emailed and you signed petitions. You drew attention to the issue and all I can say is please, please keep going! </span><br />
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-7020757529128918332017-03-10T11:03:00.002-08:002017-03-16T08:48:21.980-07:00And the survey says!!<br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Here are the results of the survey:</span><br />
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Several comments about the E.(East) Hurley FSR. The E. Hurley from the turnoff to the steel bridge is actually an unmaintained PUBLIC road not an FSR. Which means in terms of sledding, you will need an operation permit issued by the RCMP in order to legally be on it with a sled. I will be meeting with the new Area Manager for Ministry of Transportation when they are in their position to see if we can get them to provide some designations for the E. Hurley. Unfortunately we would still need operations permits for the operation of sleds on it. Here is the link to the information on this:<br />
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I am going to be working with the Bridge River Valley Snowmobile Club and other interests to come up with a shared BRV point of view on the Hurley matter and will get back to everyone on it.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Don't forget to "LIKE" the Bridge River Valley Snowmobile Club on Facebook!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Very interesting responses. Have a read. I had to redact one comment as it mentioned specific people and situation. Interesting comments on Road 40.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Survey responses: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOMi0xREVWbktBWTQ/view?usp=sharing">https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOMi0xREVWbktBWTQ/view?usp=sharing</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I have been and will be following up with the RCMP to confirm their plans for this summer. It is my understanding that they plan some increased presence in our area.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">You might be interested in the RCMP stats for Area A for 2016:</span><br />
<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCObDBQYWZqUk9xVEk/view?usp=sharing"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCObDBQYWZqUk9xVEk/view?usp=sharing</span></a><br />
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-31541718785803958442017-02-14T08:40:00.000-08:002017-02-14T08:40:02.358-08:00Do you feel safe in the Bridge River Valley?<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u>Personal and Property Safety in the upper Bridge River Valley</u></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 2016 , through a number of phone calls and at meetings, concerns were expressed to me regarding personal and property safety. The concerns cover a variety of areas and issues with varying degrees of seriousness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In order to more accurately gauge the level of concern and in what areas, valley-wide, I have put together a short survey. It is anonymous. I will publish the results so everyone can see.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you could please complete this survey it would be much appreciated.</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sledding on the Hurley - Survey</span></u></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">See my previous blog with information on Hurley FSR re sledding:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> <a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2017/01/sledding-on-hurley-and-more.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2017/01/sledding-on-hurley-and-more.html</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Link to survey: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3FVZX25">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3FVZX25</a></span><br />
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Please complete by end of February. We have had good response so far. <br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On November 30, 2016, the
Governor for Montana declared a state of emergency for Montana's water bodies
because invasive mussel larvae had been detected in the Tiber and Canyon Ferry
Reservoirs. An Incident Command Team was set up for this emergency and has
been working on the situation. As the
crow flies, this means that mussels have been found 50 miles from the Columbia
River watershed that flows from Alberta into BC and Washington.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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meetings were held on December 9<sup>th</sup> to inform BC partners about the
situation in Montana and to discuss plans for the western provinces and US
states. It was co-hosted by the Pacific
Northwest Economic region (pnwer.org), the Invasive Species Council of BC and the
Alberta Invasive Species Council. Each meeting had a call to action as a
response to the Montana situation:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;">Western Canada Meeting</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;">: With invasive mussels closer to Western
Canada, there is a clear call for increased diligence on prevention and
readiness for immediate response. This meeting will review what worked in 2016
and what more is needed to avoid invasive mussels arriving in Western Canada. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;">BC Partners Meeting</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;">: With invasive mussels closer to BC, there is
a clear need for immediate action. This meeting will review what worked in 2016
and suggest what more is needed to avoid invasive mussels arriving in BC. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Over 50 people participated
in these meetings and recommendations were developed based on the calls to
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There were recommendations as
a result of both meetings. The BC Partner recommendations are summarized
generally below:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">A call for the Provincial and
Federal Governments work together to ensure 100% of high-risk watercraft
entering BC are inspected.</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Review and update regulatory
tools to enable invasive mussels to trigger an environmental emergency.</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Host an emergency response
scenario with partners to rehearse a response and identify gaps.</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Establish a monitoring and
sampling plan for water bodies in BC that includes Government and
non-government organizations.</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Increase voluntary
compliance-certification of boaters and fresh water users.</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Undertake immediate research
to determine the impact of invasive mussels on salmon and salmon fishery.</span></li>
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</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Review regulatory framework
to consider boat registration on BC waters.</span></li>
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</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Increase funding support.</span></li>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">LRISS
is keeping abreast of the Montana situation as well as the Provincial
response. We are on email lists for
updates from Montana and BC. The LRISS
Board will also be discussion our Aquatics program in the coming months and how
we can continue to do our part to prevent Aquatic Invasive Species from
establishing in our region and BC. Our
partnerships with the Bridge River Community Association and the SLRD are key
to our </span></span></div>
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-63642664593800605932017-01-27T09:37:00.001-08:002017-01-27T09:37:09.810-08:00Sledding on the Hurley and more<i>Winterfest is on the Family Day weekend, February 11. This is the 8th Annual Winterfest. Bring your families and have a fun fun day! And hey, you don't even need to cook, with a fun Mardi Gras Themed Roast Beef Dinner on Saturday night. </i><br />
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<i>Get all the information here: <a href="http://www.bridgerivervalley.ca/winterfest/">http://www.bridgerivervalley.ca/winterfest/</a></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u>Sledding on </u></b></span><b style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><u>the Hurley FSR</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This past week I received calls of concern regarding the Pemberton Valley Snowmobile Club charging people to sled over the Hurley. I have done some fact finding and here is what I have found out.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rec Sites & Trails, a division of FLNRO is currently in
the preliminary vetting stage of legally establishing a section of the Hurley
FSR. The proposal is to legalize it to Donnelly Creek from the Lillooet River FSR junction (this is approx. 42% of the entire Hurley FSR) </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">They would
then provide authority to the Pemberton Valley Snowmobile Club to collect fees
on their behalf. Those fees would be used for maintenance and grooming of that section of the Hurley. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It should be noted that once past the summit heading east (i.e. towards Gold Bridge) the Electoral Area changes, the provincial constituency changes, the Forest District Changes and the Snowmobile Club's informal area changes to the Bridge River Valley Snowmobile Club. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rec. Sites & Trails advises this is being considered in order to assist in managing
various conflicts that have been occurring between tenure holders.
This is currently at a <i>preliminary stage</i> with Rec. Sites and Trails and <i>they
have not yet decided to proceed </i>further in the process. If they do decide
to proceed, there is a process that includes referral out to First Nations, local government, the general
public and a variety of other stakeholders
for comment and input. <u5:p></u5:p><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Once all of these parties have
had an opportunity to comment RSTBC will decide whether or not to proceed with
the establishment and what special conditions that must be put in place to
mitigate the problems and impacts that have been identified. <u5:p></u5:p><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Pemberton Valley Snowmobile Club have a groomer which they plan to use to groom the above mentioned section of the Hurley. I have confirmed that at this time the Pemberton Valley Snowmobile Club <i>may only
request a donation for any travel</i>. ie. you do not have to pay a trail fee, or a membership fee or actually a donation. That is entirely up to you. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: georgia, "times new roman", serif;">The PVSC has had some confusing communication both in private and public on this matter, so please be assured this is the current situation.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I have prepared a survey so that I can understand the views of property owners, residents, family members of, and businesses in the upper Bridge River Valley on this topic. The results will be shared with the Rec. Sites and Trails staff and on my blog. I am requiring your name to verify you are one of the above categories however the information shared from the survey will not include names.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is on my task list now so I will be following up with all involved to stay on top of this and will provide updates as needed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: georgia, times new roman, serif;">Please see this post: <a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/12/road-40-story-continues.html"> http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/12/road-40-story-continues.html</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The SLRD Board Chair, Mayor of Lillooet, myself and the Area B director will be meeting with MLA Tegart, and the Minister of Transportation Todd Stone on February 17 to continue raising the profile of the need to invest in road insfrastructure in this area (Lillooet-Pioneer Rd. 40, Hwy 12, Hwy 99 N etc). For us the key request is the repaving of the 25 km stretch either side of the junction with Tyaughton Lake Rd. It has to happen....trying to maintain this, fix potholes, address the base is putting good money after bad.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Sal has been working with MOTi on getting the Lillooet & area Regional Transporation committee operating in a planned manner.The LRTAC held its first meeting on November the 29<sup>th</sup>.
It was a meeting for the Committee members to meet and get a general feel of
the Committee’s future direction. The next meeting will be held in February and
will incorporate a 2 year Strategic Plan. I will be facilitating the Strategic
Plan. Since the Committee members will be from across the Region a lot of the
work will be done online to get it to the point where when we meet it will be
to finalize on the details on the Committee Purpose, Terms of Reference, Goals,
and Action Plans for the next two years. Once developed they will be shared via
the BRVCA media sources.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I have travelled the road often this winter. It is actually in not bad shape because it is frozen, pot holes filled by ice and Interior Roads do a great job of maintaining it in the winter. We have had some bad weather (ice storm) and they really got at it and whipped it back into driveable condition very fast. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> </span><b style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Winter Safety Tips</b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> can be found at: </span><a href="http://shiftintowinter.ca/" style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">http://shiftintowinter.ca/</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Speaking of my Alternate! </b>Norm Verner has been my Alternate for a number of years now. Norm will be "retiring" as my alternate . I am looking for a new Alternate. An Alternate fills in meetings (in person/phone) when for some reason I cannot attend. This hasn't happened much in the years, an alternate is required by law in case something happens. If an Alternate needs to fill in, they are paid the meeting fee, travel time and expenses. It is a great way to be of service to your community and also learn alot about local government and how it works.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you are interested in possibly taking over from Norm, please let me know.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And to Norm Verner, Thank You! Your service is appreciated by us all.</span><br />
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-5077015416171794962016-12-07T11:41:00.000-08:002016-12-09T10:44:10.508-08:00Road 40 - The story continues....<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>I'd like to wish you all a very Happy Holiday Season. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Just a reminder Norm Verner, my SLRD alternate wants to retire. The alternate fills in when I cannot attend due to scheduling issues, illness etc. You DO get paid and all expenses covered. My efforts on our board also now make it possible to attend meetings by phone. You don't have to know much and I will help and support you knowing what you need to know. Everyone on the SLRD Board is very kind to Alternates:-) in meetings. Please let me know if you "might" be interested. </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Here is my last blog post link on this topic from September 6: <a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/09/road-40-i-hope-everyone-has-had.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/09/road-40-i-hope-everyone-has-had.html</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On October 13, the meeting MLA Tegart put together was held. Sal Demare, Scott Holden and
myself attended the meeting. Unfortunately I can not say that any immediate concrete actions came that
will change things on Road 40 came out of this meeting. District Manager
did mentioned that they are looking at paving in the area as part of
rehabilitation however that that would be subject to available budget and
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Committee’ made up of relevant stakeholders to provide input to MOTI on matters
related to rural roads including, but not limited to, maintenance, rehab and
capital improvements. "The Committee will recognize the importance of
rural roads to provide safe, daily year-round access to communities, and to
support local economic development. The Committee will develop</span> short and long range capital plans for Road 40 in
order to provide certainty for residents of the Bridge River Valley (Ron
McCormack)" is how the MLA's office describes the purpose of the committee.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> On November 29, the first LRTAC committee meeting was held. Sal Demare and I attended, as did the Chair of the SLRD Jack Cromption, the Mayor of Lillooet Marg Lampman, the Area B Director Mickey Macri, various MOTi, School District, RCMP, Commercial Vehicle Inspection officials and a representative from Aspen Planers. There was no Interior Roads official present. This meeting lacked a clear focus and was not facilitated. There was no agenda presented. MOTi appears to be modeling this committee on other RTACs it has in other areas of the Cariboo Highways District and when I questioned, it seems in these other areas the issues discussed at RTAC meetings are very specific i.e. putting a bus stop in a specific location for safety. This meeting was billed as a meeting to develop a Terms of Reference for the committee - however we were given that Terms of Reference at the beginning of the meeting and little if any discussion about the purpose of the committee occured until I started to questioning the gap between the description by the MLA of the purpose of the committee and what was happening in this meeting. Here is a link to the documents we were provided: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOMkRuZHR4c09NaXM/view?usp=sharing">Meeting Materials</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Following that meeting and after discussions between the SLRD Elected Representatives that attended, our SLRD Chair, Jack Crompton placed a call to MLA Tegart. He basically communicated the same as I have in the above paragraph. Our goal as the SLRD as a whole is to ensure there is signficant investments made in our area roads - Hwy 12 (paving, shoulders) and Road 40 (repaving 22 k stretch either side of Tyaughton Lake Rd. junction & improved maintenance) and the Highline Road. Pleased to see that the government has announced $60 million to provide long term fix for the 10 mile slide! Awesome. Our view is that the government must provide a larger investment, which the fix for the 10 mile slide is a terrific start, more quickly as these roads have not had this nvestment over many years needed to keep them to appropriate standards. The current condition of all these roads is impeding the status quo state of Lillooet, Gold Bridge, Bralorne, and everywhere in between and hampering the development and growth of these communities. And, as you all know, the safety of travelling on these roads is a very real concern for all of us. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> My hope is that the LRTAC Committee and an additional potential "summit" between our SLRD Board of Directors, our MLA Tegart, the Minister of Transportation and senior ministry staff may net out in improvements to our infrastructure and an improved level of maintenance. I want to say, that our MLA IS listening and trying to move this ball forward. Full marks here.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">. Regular travellers on Road 40 are noticing an improvement in amount/timing of grading in the last two months, we hope this continues. We are told, after a bunch of work on Sal's part digging this information out, that a paving machine is now stationed full time in Gold Bridge and that potholes will be filled year around. This is a good thing given they are already returning on our favorite 22 km stretch of road. Sal pursued red bump signs at either end of that 22km stretch so there is some warning to unsuspecting travellers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 1. When you travel Rd. 40 and there are concerns such as potholes, poor grading, rocks or other hazards please go to www.interiorroads.com, click on feedback and fill in the Public Communication Record. You can also call <b>1-800-842-4122. </b>Be specific and provide as much detail as possible.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 2. It is no good talking to each other or venting on Facebook about "near miss" accidents as officials tell me our road 40 is safe because there are no statistics showing otherwise. Near miss accidents need to be reported to the RCMP in Lillooet, again with as much detail and information as possible. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 3.If after you have travelled this road you say to yourself, this road needs to be fixed. WRITE our MLA Jackie Tegart and copy your own home MLA, include the Minister of Transportation and copy me too. Please don't spam them and launch off on partisan tirades, this does not help us achieve the repaving of the key section of road, be real and polite and specific. This is very very important to keep REAL communication happening.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Email addresses: Jackie.Tegart.MLA@leg.bc.ca and Minister.Transportation@gov.bc.ca</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 1. Ensure the maintenance of the road provides as safe a travelling experience as possible - this includes grading when the road needs it, filling potholes in a timely fashion, appropriate rock removal control, mowing in a timely fashion so travellers know where the edge of the road is, more ditching, more debris flow proactive management</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 2. Repaving the road from 17km east of Tyaughton Lake Rd. junction to approx. 5 km west of same junction</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> There is much more to report on this topic and I will do more blogs over the next few weeks to catch everyone up both on this Road 40 issue and many other issues of interest and concern to our area. I'd like to <b><u>thank Sal Demare</u></b> who has been following up on some specifics which helps me focus on the political aspects. The proactive communication by MOTI and IRL beyond items like road closures and hazards reported on Drive BC, with this community, is very minimal. Sal's work has at least surfaced some information which he and I will share and he continues to let them know the communication issues must be fixed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Finally, I want to say and continue to say, this ruckus over Road 40 <b><u>in no way reflects on our local Interior Roads crew. </u></b> As you all know, this crew goes above and beyond in doing the best job possible based on the direction and resources they are given. They have big hearts, great knowledge of our area and excellent skill sets about what they do. Don't forget to say thank you to them and express your appreciation to these workers who take care of our roads every day. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo: Michelle Nortje. Lest we forget, Lillooet-Pioneer Rd. 40 is an absolutely spectacular trip that transverses climactic zones and where wildlife (including this eagle) abound. Snow Geese, Swans, Mountain Sheep, Mountain Goats, Deer, Moose, Black Bears, Grizzlies, Wolves. Pretty Typical to spot these on a trip in. Lets remember what an asset this road is to the province and the Bridge River Valley. Come on up, its an experience like no other.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I followed up with BC Hydro with some questions - here are the questions & the BC Hydro answers in red.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 1. BC Hydro updates through phone-in system were not updated
for almost 24 hours. Our community is expressing concern that they would
have made more all encompassing plans had they known sooner the difficult
circumstances and the possible length of the outage. These updates did
improve from approx.. 24 hours on. <span style="color: red;">Unfortunately
we were challenged to first identify the location/nature of the problem, then
gain access to the site. Both of these challenges, plus a lack of cell service
in the area limited our ability to establish and convey a more accurate
restoration target earlier on. That said, we appreciate the point and we will
look at how we can improve this moving forward. </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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SLRD staff contacted you about 16 hours into this outage and you were wonderfully responsive.
However, the question has been asked, given the assessment of the situation and
the length of time it was going to take to restore power, why BC Hydro did not
proactively contact local government so their systems of contact etc. could be
initiated. <span style="color: red;">Per above, we faced challenges early on in scoping the nature of the
problem. Once the problem had been identified from an aerial survey on Monday
morning, I was in the process of drafting a notification (email) when the phone
call from SLRD was first received. From that point, I relayed all new info to
numerous contacts at the SLRD – which was used to update social media channels
as well as epact (emergency) notifications.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 3, There are questions, given the obvious difficult site
assessment and the apparent, and to residents obvious length of time it was
going to take to restore power, why generation was not rerouted from La Joie
Dam generation. Residents made the point that BC Hydro has made a huge
impact in our area and it is their expectation that this would have happened
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normal circumstances, we would have been able to use Lajoie to restore service
in the area much sooner. Unfortunately we are in the middle of a significant
maintenance project there which excluded its use during the outage. This project has now completed.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">4 4. Residents were told, via updates, at end of day Monday that
the old pole had been extracted from the mud slide. Residents are asking
why the first priority, given the assessment, was not to put in a new pole and
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: red;">I think there was a
miscommunication/misinterpretation of the update on Monday. The update below
was provided at the end of the Monday. The conductor was removed from the old
pole but the challenge was finding a stable location to set the pole up.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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structure and remove the old pole from the conductor. Unfortunately they were
not able to place the pole back in the same location because of the large
washout. The plan for tomorrow is to set the new pole and anchor on stable
ground across the washout. At this point, our best estimate is that we should
be able to restore power by tomorrow afternoon. Site conditions continue
to be a challenge and we appreciate your understanding. (9:19pm, July 18<sup>th</sup>)</span></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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existing pole was simply moved to the staging area for inspection. At the same
time, crews continued to prep the new site. Once the site was fully prepped,
the old pole was reused. </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Please remember to join the SLRD emergency alert system: <a href="http://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/emergency-management/slrd-alert-sign">http://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/emergency-management/slrd-alert-sign</a></div>
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My practice has been to take approximately 7 weeks "off" per year. Normally I take a one month period of that after the July meeting (3rd Wednesday) to before the August meeting (3rd Wednesday). In August we do not have any committee meetings, so it is a good time to do this. Most of the month of August I usually am at home and have always made myself available during that month for emergency and other critical matters. This summer that includes responding and assisting on the 45 hour power outage, the issues with the conditions on Road 40 and several other critical matters. During all of my time off, either my Alternate , Norm Verner or our staff at the SLRD are available (1-800-298-7753) to assist with issues that come up that relate to local government. Most other issues are Provincial in nature and outreach can be made to MLA Tegart's office.</div>
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<b>Speaking of my Alternate! </b>Norm Verner has been my Alternate for a number of years now. Norm will be "retiring" as my alternate in December. I am looking for a new Alternate. An Alternate fills in meetings (in person/phone) when for some reason I cannot attend. This hasn't happened much in the years, however you need that backup in place in case something happens. If an Alternate needs to fill in, they are paid the meeting fee, travel time and expenses. It is a great way to be of service to you community and also learn alot about local government and how it works.</div>
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-66331160899292438122016-09-11T08:40:00.000-07:002016-09-12T15:55:37.419-07:00Gun Lake Items<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Gun Lake Items</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;"><i>The Saddle Rd. (Lakeview Ave. over to transfer station) has been graded. Thanks to Tony Maida (Gun Lake property owner) for bringing this my attention. I had some communication with IRL as it had not been graded for two years. For future reference this is a road whose classification (6) means it should have a <u>scheduled grading yearly. </u></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Last fall on Gun Lake we had 3 instances of dock poaching. In these cases, the docks were disengaged or pulled from the beach, used and then beached elsewhere on Gun Lake.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">At the end of August, we had a situation where a group of people were seen on one dock and the next day on the next door property's dock. In this case, these folks were nude and were seen to be paddle boarding in front of other people's docks. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are some steps you can take to make your dock less useable and your property less attractive to this sort of thing. It appears most vulnerable times are summer and fall.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 1. Take more intensive steps to secure your dock (if possible)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 2. If your property is for sale, remove For Sale signs on lake.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 3. Install a trail cam, these are not expensive and do an excellent job of taking pictures</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 4. Install motion sensor outdoor lights</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 5. Leave light (lights) on a timer in cabin/house</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> 6. Talk to your nearest "full time" or "more time" neighbor and let him know when you are there and not there.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I am going to be talking to the RCMP re what advice they have on this.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u><br />Gun Lake Fuel Mitigation Project</u></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is the latest map for the Phase 2 Fuel Mitigation Project in the Gun Lake Area. The hope is to get this completed late Fall 2016 or Spring 2017.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What is fuel mitigation? See my previous blog post on this (scroll down) <a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/02/cue-happy-dance-bralorne-sewer-system.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/02/cue-happy-dance-bralorne-sewer-system.html</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u>Fire Services Review - Public Consultation - A followup</u></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The public consultation on the Gun Lake Fire Services options concluded on Friday, September 9. The staff will be compiling the input received and sharing it with the Electoral Area Directors this fall. An online question/answer derived from the input will also be posted. The engagement from the property owners on Gun Lake has been excellent both in quantity and quality of input. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Last week, the Gun Lake Fire Protection Society circulated to its members a proposal for an option they called: Status Quo w/Enhancements. Our Emergency Program Manager, Ryan Wainwright has provided the following information to in part address this proposal and to continue to educated/inform folks on requirements/etc for Fire Services in 2016. I am sharing this as I personally found it useful in this form. </span><br />
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Option 1 for Gun Lake – Fire Brigade<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Pass
a new SLRD Bylaw that would allow the GLFPS to enter onto private property
and ensure funds are available to cover any additional insurance and WCB costs
that could arise<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Requires
that a new bylaw be put into place to shift to an increased requisition.
Requisition to cover additional costs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Authority
to enter onto private land derived from the Fire Services Act, not SLRD
Bylaw. Only available to fire departments, not Wildfire Protection Societies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Significantly increase the funding to the
GLFPS established by SLRD Bylaw 559 (1994) as amended to allow <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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fire chief to be hired<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">As
a contribution service, a Gun Lake Fire Brigade would have the flexibility to
allocate its budget according to the needs of the department. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Gun Lake Fire Brigade operated by a Society would assume responsibility for
meeting the requirements of the Fire Services Act, including the Minimum
Standards set by the BC Office of the Fire Commissioner Playbook, including
training and equipment levels.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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fire department assumes responsibility for interface fires within its service
area, and can request assistance from BC Wildfire Service<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Improved coordination with other fire
service bodies to provide or plan for more efficient and/or more cost
effective<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Society fire brigade operated as a contribution-only service of the SLRD
would have the latitude to budget and spend according to the needs/priorities
of the department.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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SLRD would still charge a minimal (currently $250 pa) administration fee for
collecting and processing the requisition.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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SLRD Emergency Program is available to actively work with local VFDs to
coordinate deployment and assistance in neighboring communities during all
types of emergencies, and covers the WCB and liability of volunteers serving
in that capacity, during an event response.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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The key difference between Option
1, and the model put forward through the GLFPS, is that Option 1 requires GLFPS
to evolve into a structural protection fire brigade, with status as a fire
department under the Fire Services Act. This is the ONLY way that GLFPS would
be legally able to enter onto private land at the sole direction of the Chief
to fight a fire, and it is governed by provincial legislation – not SLRD bylaw.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The SLRD Fire Services Review
noted that the GLFPS was under-funded by the current requisition, and that
there were liability risks that could arise if operation continued in its
current model. Essentially, the risks are these:<o:p></o:p></div>
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is not permitted to enter onto private land to fight a fire, unless under the
direct authorization of a BC Wildfire Service representative, using the powers
of the Wildfire Act.<o:p></o:p></div>
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GLFPS were to enter onto private land to fight a fire WITHOUT the direct
authorization of the BC Wildfire Service, the liability insurance held by the
GLFPS becomes void. By entering onto private land without authorization of the
BC Wildfire Service, GLFPS would have broken the law, and insurance companies
will not cover illegal activities.<o:p></o:p></div>
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has been suggested the GLFPS could enter onto private land with the written
consent of the landowner, which may afford some liability protection to GFLPS
if the landowner were injured or their property damaged. However, if a GLFPS
member were injured or killed fighting that fire, WCB benefits would be void,
as there activity they were participating in is still not considered within the
authority of a wildfire protection society. <o:p></o:p></div>
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the case above, if the injured party/deceased person’s family decided to sue,
and given that GLFPS does not have the authority to enter onto private land,
GLFPS liability insurance would likely be void. This means that the officers of
the Society could be held personally responsible for the costs of the law suit,
and any eventual award to the injured party. That injured party could
additionally name the SLRD in a lawsuit related to the actions of the GLFPS.<o:p></o:p></div>
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are other wildfire protection groups within the regional district, but they are
not incorporated as societies. They are “neighbours helping neighbours”, and
everyone assumes their own risks based on the activities they decide to
undertake as individuals. These groups do receive funding from the SLRD, but by
applying for grants in aid through their elected officials.<b><i> </i></b>Groups
receiving such grants sign an agreement with the SLRD that they will only
undertake wildfire protection activities, and do so at their own risk.<o:p></o:p></div>
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only way that GLFPS is sustainable as a wildfire protection society, in light
of the risks highlighted above, is to ONLY act with the authorization of the BC
Wildfire Service, or to dissolve the Society and continue as “neighbours
helping neighbours”.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The corollary of the above is that in order to achieve the
current goals of the GLFPS, the service will need to evolve into a fire
brigade, and receive authority as a fire department under the Fire Services
Act.<o:p></o:p></div>
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discussed at the meeting, any option referring to a Combined Area A fire
department would necessarily require satellite halls to provide the needed
coverage for all those paying into the service. The current GLFPS building, and
the Bralorne VFD site are obvious possibilities, with a main hall in
Goldbridge. If this information was missed in the presentation, my apologies –
however, I did discuss this with several of your members before the GLFPS
meeting was held.<o:p></o:p></div>
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order to have FUS recognition, a VFD requires a minimum of 15 members who
regularly attend training, and a reasonable expectation that a similar number
would be available to respond to a fire. No VFD can guarantee the availability
of a full crew at any given time.<o:p></o:p><br />
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UPDATE (Sept 12), Questions from Property Owner & Answers from our Emergency Program Manager, Ryan Wainwright at the SLRD.<br />
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<b>Q. Why does the Provincial Gov’t wish to prevent our local Society from acting in a First
Responder role to prevent the spread of a fire from a building to the forest
interface and subsequently to other properties before the BC Forest Fire Service
is able to get to the scene?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Isn’t this really counterproductive to the interests of
the public in general and to our community in particular?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Does the Provincial Gov’t have a really good answer to
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A. “The BC Office of the Fire Commissioner is available to
answer questions from the public related to the Fire Services Act, and the
proposed Fire Safety Act.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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“The GLFPS may still (and has always been able to) act to
protect the Gun Lake community from the spread of wildfire. However, it is
advisable to do so in close coordination and at the direction of the BC
Wildfire Service, and to ensure that liability protections in place for Society
members are preserved. This can facilitated through cultivating a relationship
with the Lillooet Fire Zone (as AL Leighton has been doing this year) so that
the Fire Zone understands the equipment and capabilities of the GLFPS, and can
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-64904995303742400462016-09-06T07:49:00.000-07:002016-09-06T07:49:50.295-07:00<b><span style="font-size: large;">ROAD 40</span></b><br />
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<i>I hope everyone has had a wonderful summer in the Bridge River Valley. Not as hot and dry as the last couple of years however the up side was a lowered wildfire risk and lots more green growth on everything in the area.</i><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">One of our favorite topics: Road 40</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Road 40 is a very beautiful road to drive on. It winds through canyons and along the Bridge River Valley until it opens up to the amazing and spectacular views of the upper Bridge River Valley. On any given day you can see bears, mountain sheep, eagles, wolves, deer and other wildlife. Road 40 ends in one of the hidden gems of BC, the upper Bridge River Valley. The place where the Coast Mountain Range, the Cascades Mountain Range and the South Chilcotin Mountain ranges all come together to take your breath away in 360 degree beauty.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I want to thank all of our residents and visitor's who wrote letters this summer to the Ministry of Transportation about the maintenance and infrastructure issues. There is also a petition circulating which at last count had 300 signatures. You have done a wonderful job of drawing attention to both the inappropriate maintenance levels and the infrastructure issues (the piece of pavement we all know needs to be replaced).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">MLA Tegart came out to visit our community on August 20 and 21. She met with businesses, community groups and individuals from the community. A theme through those meetings was the maintenance and infrastructure needs of Road 40. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">MLA Tegart has committed to hold a stakeholder’s meeting in
Lillooet regarding Road 40 specifically as this road is essential to the
communities in the Bridge River Valley (Goldbridge, Bralorne and neighbourhoods
of Marshall Lake, Tyaughton Lake, and Gun Lake) for emergency services, daily
access and also to facilitate economic development. Road 40 provides year round
access to the Bridge River Valley communities, via Lillooet, and community
members would like to see safety and structural improvements to it; as well as
a higher standard of maintenance.</span><br />
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To determine what short and long range capital plans currently exist for Road
40, and to determine whether those plans address the concerns, and meet the
needs, of the Bridge River Valley; and<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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To determine what standard of maintenance is set out in the current maintenance
agreement, and to determine whether that standard of maintenance is being met,
and whether it addresses the concerns, and meet the needs, of the Bridge River
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If Bridge River Valley concerns and needs are not met in the existing capital
plans and/or maintenance agreement; to explore options and agree on next steps
to work on having changes made to capital plans and maintenance standards to
meet the needs of the residents, workers and visitors using Road 40.
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of Stakeholders to be invited:</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Representatives as determined by SLRD (Debbie Demare and Mic Macri)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">MLA Jackie
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Stakeholder (Tobey Mueller)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I will keep everyone updated as I believe MLA Tegart's office plans to as well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Want to extend a special thanks to Tom Illidge, for being the canary in the coal mine and shouting loud and clear</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> re the condition of Rd. 40 in June and July. Thanks also to Sylvia Surette for her hard work on the petition. We encourage everyone to email Jackie at Jackie.Tegart.MLA@leg.bc.ca or call her office, </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; line-height: 21px;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; line-height: 21px;">(250) 453-9726. (You can copy me) if you see or experience a problem with Road 40. This way she has some sense of what is going on.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And while we are on the topic (smile), the Ministry of Transportation would like us to fill out a "customer satisfaction survey". I encourage you to fill this out: <a href="http://fluidsurveys.com/s/tranbc/css-2016/"> http://fluidsurveys.com/s/tranbc/css-2016/</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Our other favorite topic: The Hurley</b></span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoJ7CRhOmYa67aQVXOCiRkkuFSsKS0Q8qWXQclkjFMXHmATEkyPFlolt_Tl3hzvwUusJENSUgmwS8OgZxIuKrq9FJc4CGcvL3ncgDxEgjsm1UbD2bGvTitgR7BfggQ6EEaSftAxzx4wPk/s1600/10653338_10152288753882245_5438280779393362699_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoJ7CRhOmYa67aQVXOCiRkkuFSsKS0Q8qWXQclkjFMXHmATEkyPFlolt_Tl3hzvwUusJENSUgmwS8OgZxIuKrq9FJc4CGcvL3ncgDxEgjsm1UbD2bGvTitgR7BfggQ6EEaSftAxzx4wPk/s320/10653338_10152288753882245_5438280779393362699_n.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">One of my pet peeves, and brought to my attention by Norm Verner, our Area A Alternate, is the signage at the corner of the Lillooet River FSR and Pemberton Meadows Rd.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We have been successful in getting one sign replaced and another sign removed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I carry on.....could you please take the survey at the latest isurvivedthehurley.com post: <a href="http://isurvivedthehurley.com/?p=1937">http://isurvivedthehurley.com/?p=1937</a> What you say will hopefully provide ammunition for a change or moving of this particular sign.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Hey and don't forget isurvivedthehurley.com is a user maintained website, so you need to send the volunteer webmaster your photos/stories related to the road, info@bridgerivervalley.ca.</span><br />
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Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-22591865619828551582016-06-15T10:22:00.002-07:002016-06-17T07:43:45.302-07:00Mining in the Bridge River Valley<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Mining Exploration: Amarc HDI - IKE property Update</b></span><br />
Amarc HDI has operated for the last two years out of our area on their drilling/exploratory work on their IKE Property.<br />
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The claims are nestled between the South Chilcotin Mountain Park and the Tsylos Provincial Park.<br />
The property is outside of the St'at'imc Territory and within the Tsilhoqt'in territory. Please see the article below re Tsilhqot'in views thus far.<br />
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The actual mineral claims are in the Cariboo Regional District and I have put the company in touch with the Regional District Director in that area.<br />
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Amarc will be undertaking a 6 week program again this year mobilizing in early July.<br />
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The crews will be staying in one and possibly more locations in the Bridge River Valley. Helicopters will be involved again for transport and some further mapping activities.<br />
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They have hired at least one local person.<br />
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Amarc HDI donated $2,000 last year to the Bralorne Ball Diamond Fence project. Diane Nicholson, their president will be attending the Ball Tournament and we also hope to have her involved in some other meetings while she is in the Valley.<br />
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The actual claim in outside of the Statimc Territory and within the Tsilhoqtin territory. Please see the article below re Tsilhqotin views thus far.<br />
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The actual mineral claims are in the Cariboo Regional District and I have put the company in touch with the Regional District Director in that area.<br />
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Here are some informational links that will provide background on the IKE project:<br />
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<a href="http://www.amarcresources.com/i/ahr/pdf/Amarcs-IKE-project-excites-mine-builder-R-Dickinson-RE.pdf">http://www.amarcresources.com/i/ahr/pdf/Amarcs-IKE-project-excites-mine-builder-R-Dickinson-RE.pdf</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.amarcresources.com/ahr/IKE_Project.asp">http://www.amarcresources.com/ahr/IKE_Project.asp</a><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Potential Placer Mine:Deep Valley Gold - Gun Creek </span></b><br />
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I have spoken to the principal of this company, Alex Slautin. He is a Geologist.<br />
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Here is the website: <a href="http://deepvalleygold.com/goldbridge.asp">http://deepvalleygold.com/goldbridge.asp</a><br />
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As you may or may not be aware, Bralorne Gold Mines is now owned by Avino Silver & Gold Mines. <br />
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I have spoken to the supervisor of the Bralorne project recently. This update which I have included below is taken from their website: <a href="http://www.avino.com/s/bralorne.asp">http://www.avino.com/s/bralorne.asp</a>. This update matches closely with what the supervising engineer of the project has told me with the exception of the need for additional geotechnical work being required on the tailings dam and likely not completed until this coming fall.<br />
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<span style="color: #363636; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">"During the first quarter of 2016, Bralorne continued to prepare and evaluate a strategic mine plan, including an assessment of more cost effective mining methods and capital expenditures needed to bring the project to a profitable position. The Company has acquired new mining equipment including two new scoop trams and a rock breaker from Sandvik, and a loader from Caterpillar as well as a new medical facility and woman's dry. Further, the Company has ordered a new development jumbo from Sandvik and expects to take delivery in the coming months. This brand new equipment will help to reduce maintenance costs while increasing mining productivity and efficiency when the project resumes operations. Ongoing maintenance and improvements continued in 2015 and the Company has been reviewing the requirements to increase processing capacity should the resources and mine plan prove feasible and viable. A raise to the embankment dam for the tailings storage facility was completed in October 2015 and the Company is currently in the process of obtaining the permits to resume processing and mining activities from British Columbia's Ministry of Energy & Mines and Ministry of Environment.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #363636; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">In February 2016, Bralorne, in conjunction with North Island College, the government and First Nations completed a 4 month long underground mining fundamentals educational cohort for 12 students from St'at'imc First Nation communities around Lillooet. Following three months of classroom instruction, Bralorne provided support and access to the mine site for hands-on training. All 12 students graduated the program with a number of industry certification tickets which will help towards Bralorne's long-term goal of enhancing the local labour force. The Company is maintaining open lines of communication with First Nations communities, and management continues its efforts to build meaningful positive relationships with its stakeholders."</span></div>
<br />Debbie Demarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14324291447713078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330358170132308757.post-63223955823844120822016-05-23T12:46:00.003-07:002016-05-23T12:46:33.631-07:00<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">As
outlined in late March, BC Hydro began the process of managing the Downtown
Reservoir to a new normal operating maximum of 734 meters. At the time, they anticipated a gradual increase in water flows for the Lower Bridge River and
the Seton River as the snowmelt increased through the spring and early
summer. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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a result of warmer conditions over the past month, the spring snowmelt in the
region is well ahead of the seasonal pattern. Starting next week, they plan to
accelerate their release schedule from Terzaghi Dam and raise the maximum release
up to 200 m<sup>3</sup>/s across May and June. The increase in flow from
current levels (55 m<sup>3</sup>/s) will be conducted in stages. It is
important to note that, in addition to the higher flows, river levels can
change significantly without notice during this time.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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revised release schedule is designed to provide additional flexibility to
manage both Downton and Carpenter Reservoir elevations should the increased
water supply forecast continue across the spring and summer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">BC Hydro reminds residents and visitors to stay away from the edges of the Lower Bridge
and Seton Rivers during this high flow period and continue to be mindful of
water safety throughout the year.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">For
additional information on climate, snow and reservoir conditions, please see </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.bchydro.com/water">www.bchydro.com/wa</a></span><a href="http://www.bchydro.com/water" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">ter</a><span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">My previous post on this topic(scroll down about halfway): <a href="http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/03/updated-wildfire-threat-analysis-and.html">http://www.debbiedemare.com/2016/03/updated-wildfire-threat-analysis-and.html</a></span><br />
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<b style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><u>SLRD INTRODUCES NEW BYLAW NOTICE ENFORCEMENT AND
DISPUTE ADJUDICATION SYSTEM</u></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 115%;">The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) has
implemented a new system for enforcing the regulatory provisions of many of its
bylaws. </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">Squamish-Lillooet
Regional District Bylaw Notice Enforcement </span><span lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 115%;">Bylaw No.
1447-2016 was adopted by the SLRD Board on March 16, 2016 in conjunction with a
new ticketing and dispute adjudication system. With the bylaw and system in
place, both the police and SLRD staff can be authorized to write bylaw notices
(i.e. tickets) for bylaw infractions. A part-time Bylaw Enforcement Officer has
been hired to oversee the program.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Under
this new system, Bylaw Notices (i.e. tickets) may be issued to people or
corporations who contravene the provisions of many of the SLRD’s bylaws,
including those related to zoning, noise, signage, unsightly premises, land
clearing and debris pollution management, and soil deposit and removal, among
others. A person or company receiving a bylaw notice may either pay the ticket,
or they can dispute it through a screening process and, ultimately, to an
independent provincially appointed adjudicator, rather than through the court
system.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“In
recent years, the number of complaints the SLRD receives regarding various
bylaw infractions has been increasing,” says Jack Crompton, SLRD Board Chair.
“This system gives us a new tool to enforce SLRD bylaws while at the same time
providing residents and businesses with a fair, affordable and effective means
of resolving disputes outside of the Provincial Court system.” <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
goal of the SLRD Bylaw Enforcement system is not to penalize people, but to
achieve compliance with SLRD bylaws in order to maintain a safe and livable
region for all residents. Incentives are provided by way of discounts for early
payment or penalties, and surcharges may be added for late payments. Reduced
penalties combined with appropriate terms and conditions may also be available
in some cases through Compliance Agreements.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: normal;">The Bylaw Enforcement and Ticketing system is complaint driven. Area A has fewer nuisance type bylaws (noise, dogs etc) at the current time than the other areas, although we do have some including the Soil Removal Bylaw and the No Firearms Discharge Bylaw and of course all the building bylaw requirements.</span></div>
<span style="background-color: yellow; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US">More information
about the SLRD’s Bylaw Enforcement system, including links to the bylaws,
witness report (complaint) form, Frequently Asked Questions, and background
information can be found at </span><span lang="EN-US"><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.slrd.bc.ca/BylawEnforcement">www.slrd.bc.ca/BylawEnforcement</a></span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: yellow; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: yellow; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="background-color: white;">============================================================</span></span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_1117979575"></span><span id="goog_1117979576"></span>Here is the April Edition of the Regional District Wide Update: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOcGRjNFhzZEJlams/view?usp=sharing">https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz8bmBXIlkCOcGRjNFhzZEJlams/view?usp=sharing</a></span></span><br />
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