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COUNCIL CORRESPONDENCE
as of June 23, 2014
1. FOR INFORMATION RECEIVED
1.1 Letter from Island Coastal Economic Trust dated June 16 regarding Mount Cain Alpine Park
June 16, 2014 Pg 2 - 3
1.2 Email from R. Dall dated June 18 regarding traffic enforcement on Norwest Bay
June 18, 2014 Pg 4
1.3 Copy of Letter from RCMP to Publico Properties Company dated June 17 regarding public safety concern
June 18, 2014 Pg 5
1.4 Invitation from Sunshine Coast Labour Council dated June 16 regarding Labour Day picnic
June 18, 2014 Pg 6
1.5 Letter from Island Coastal Economic Trust dated June 19 regarding Local Mayors Elected to ICET Board
June 19, 2014 Pg 7 - 8
1.6 Email from BC Government dated June 19 regarding Oath of Office and Local Government Elections **Copy of District of Sechelt Oath of Office attached
June 19, 2014 Pg 9 – 12
1.7 Email from B. Woolam dated June 20 regarding fracking
June 20, 2014 Pg 13 - 18
1.8 Email from G. Deacon dated June 19 regarding sign at entrance to East Porpoise Bay
June 23, 2014 Pg 19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 16, 2014
Mount Cain Alpine Park Increases Guest Accommodations
COURTENAY – Alpine recreation enthusiasts will soon be able to gather in greater numbers at Mount Cain’s Kapitany Hostel and Old Lodge with new guest beds being added to the resort. The popular community owned ski hill and alpine recreation destination will be moving its staff housing to a modular building being brought to the site this summer. The Island Coastal Economic Trust (ICET) is contributing $48,500 through their Economic Infrastructure Program to support the cost of moving and renovating the building. “Mount Cain’s Kapitany Lodge is a multi-use facility currently operating beyond its capacity,” said ICET Chair Phil Kent. “Mount Cain has very limited accommodation available and visits have been steadily increasing in the past 5 years. Now, thanks to this new opportunity to create cost-effective staff housing, the lodge will be renovated to accommodate more guests, allowing it to boost its economic sustainability and attract even more visitors to the region.” Mt. Cain is a key economic resource for the North Island, bringing in visitors for winter tourism opportunities. For communities from Port Hardy to Sayward, Mt. Cain also serves as the largest employer of youth in the region. A portable office building consisting of six industrial modular units was donated to the Mount Cain Alpine Park Society by Kiewit, the construction contractor for the Kokish River hydroelectric project, to save the cost of moving it to a new location. “This is an unexpected and welcome opportunity for Mount Cain,” said Mount Cain Alpine Park Society Director Donald Mancell. “Having separate accommodations gives both employees and guests greater privacy, improving the overall experience for everyone.” The increased overnight guest capacity means that the Lodge can host larger groups and events on a year round basis, helping to generate more visitor interest and economic benefit to northern Vancouver Island. After relocation and renovation, the modular building will include administration offices and staff housing. Meeting and training rooms are also included in the design to provide first-aid, avalanche and winter camping education to the community.
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About the Island Coastal Economic Trust
The Island Coastal Economic Trust is a $50 million endowment established in 2006 by the Government of British Columbia to help diversify the economies of central and northern Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.
ICET is guided by a Board of Directors and two Regional Advisory Committees which include more than 50 locally elected officials and MLAs and five appointees. This exceptional team of leaders collaborates to set regional priorities and build vital multi-regional networks.
Through a community-centred decision-making process, ICET has approved $47 million for over 100 economic infrastructure and economic development readiness projects on the Island and Sunshine Coast since implementing its grant program in 2007. ICET investments have leveraged over $260 million in incremental funding into the region.
A full overview of ICET can be found at www.islandcoastaltrust.ca
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For further information:
Mayor Phil Kent, ICET Chair City of Duncan Tel. 250-709-0186 [email protected]
Line Robert, CEO Island Coastal Economic Trust Tel. 250-871-7797 Extension 227 [email protected]
Neil Borecky, President Mount Cain Alpine Park Society Tel. 250-882-8856 [email protected]
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From: Robert Dall [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: June-18-14 3:36 PM To: Council Subject: Finally some traffic enforcement on Norwest Bay I was cycling down Nor-west Bay Road this afternoon and I found some RCMP officers doing speed enforcement. Thank you! The only thing that will stop the speeders is the knowledge that they might get caught. They know what the limit is and they know they're speeding. I just hope they switch up the times they do the speed traps as 8:00 am Wednesday can be just as 8:00 pm on a friday night. Regards Robert Dall
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NCO i/c Sunshine Coast Detachment cr’-,5800TeredoSt Box 188Sechelt, B.C. VON 3A0
Public Safety ConcernProperty across from Trail Bay Mall (Sechelt B.C.)
Further to your previous correspondence and conversations with S/Sgt Berdahl, this letter servesas further notice of public safety concerns with respect to this vacant property managed byPublico Properties. The property is again being frequented by several individuals who consumealcohol and leave refuse in the vicinity. In the past there has been a considerable amount ofviolence attributed to these individuals in this location.
In the interests of public safety, the Sunshine Coast RCMP request that this problem beaddressed by further managing the forested / bush area in a manner that will not allow furtherincidents of violence to occur outside public view and to reduce any liability issues that may exist.The work that was done on the property in 2011 went a long way to addressing this issue butcontinued removal of low lying brush and clear No Trespassing signage would be very helpful. Ifyou require any further information or would like us to work with you on this in some capacity,please contact Sgt. Mike McCarthy of the Sunshine Coast RCMP.
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June 16, 2014
Mayor John Henderson,
District of Sechelt,Box 129,Sechelt, B.C.VON 3A0
Dear Mayor Henderson,
The Sunshine Coast Labour Council is once again preparing to celebrate Labour Daywith the 24th annual “Celebration ofLabour” picnic on September 1, 2014. Our annualpicnics are attended by thousands in our community, and have served to promoteorganized labour and highlight the contributions that unions make to the community andto the economy of the Sunshine Coast. Though this Labour Council is one of the smallestin Canada, we are proud to have the support of our affiliates and many businesses andorganizations in the community.
I am writing on behalf of the Sunshine Coast Labour Council to invite you and yourTown Councilors to be our guests at this year’s celebration. The picnic will be held from12pm - 4pm on Labour Day at Dougal Park in Lower Gibsons.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 604-886-8328, or by mail toSCLC, Box 1391, Gibsons. We look forward to seeing you at the picnic.
Yours very truiy,
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Marilynn Green, Committee Chair,for Robert Hood, President,Sunshine Coast Labour Council
INSHINE COAST
LASOUR COUNCIL
P.O. BOX 1391GIBSONS, B.C.
VON IVOwww.sclc.ca
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 19, 2014
LOCAL MAYORS ELECTED TO ICET BOARD COURTENAY – Mayors from three Vancouver Island communities are joining the Island Coastal Economic Trust’s Board of Directors, and the organization is thanking three others for their service. Tofino Mayor Josie Osborne, Comox Mayor Paul Ives, and Campbell River Mayor Walter Jakeway are the newly-elected members of the ICET Board of Directors. All are from the North Island Sunshine Coast Regional Advisory Committee (NISCRAC), a group that includes Mayors, Regional District Chairs and MLAs from the region. Port McNeill Mayor Gerry Furney was re-elected to ICET’s Board and Qualicum Beach Mayor Teunis Westbroek will continue to serve as Chair of the NISCRAC and ex-officio Board member. ICET Board Chair, Mayor Phil Kent of Duncan, congratulated all on their elections. “As Committee and Board members on the Trust, we represent our communities, but we also have a duty to invest in projects and programs that benefit the entire region. I’d like to thank all of the newly elected Board Members for stepping forward to help guide this unique regional investment organization,” he said. Kent thanked outgoing members Mayor Ted Lewis of Zeballos and Mayor John Henderson of Sechelt for their service and commitment to the ICET Board. He also recognized the late Bev Parnham, Mayor of Port Hardy. “We’re still shocked and saddened by Bev’s sudden death, and on behalf of ICET, I’d like to acknowledge her passion and efforts to improve conditions for the entire region.” In addition to the three newly-elected NISCRAC members, the Central South Island Regional Advisory Committee (CSIRAC) re-elected Mayor John Ruttan of Nanaimo, Mayor Phil Kent of Duncan, Mayor Rob Hutchins of Ladysmith, and Joe Stanhope of the Regional District of Nanaimo to the ICET Board. Gerry Giles of the Cowichan Valley Regional District will continue to serve as CSIRAC Chair and ex-officio Board member.
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Both Regional Advisory Committees elect four Board members for two year terms. The two Regional Advisory Committee Chairs sit on the Board as ex-officio members. The remaining five Board members are appointed by the Province for three-year terms. The NISCRAC held elections on May 9th and the CSIRAC on June 13th. The new Board terms are effective July 15, 2014 to July 14, 2016.
About the Island Coastal Economic Trust
The Island Coastal Economic Trust is a $50 million endowment established in 2006 by the Government of British Columbia to help diversify the economies of central and northern Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.
ICET is guided by a Board of Directors and two Regional Advisory Committees which include more than 50 locally elected officials and MLAs and five appointees. This exceptional team of leaders collaborates to set regional priorities and build vital multi-regional networks.
Through a community-centred decision-making process, ICET has approved $47 million for over 100 economic infrastructure and economic development readiness projects on the Island and Sunshine Coast since implementing its grant program in 2007. ICET investments have leveraged over $260 million in incremental funding into the region.
A full overview of ICET can be found at www.islandcoastaltrust.ca
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For further information:
Mayor Phil Kent, ICET Chair City of Duncan Tel. 250-709-0186 [email protected]
Line Robert, CEO Island Coastal Economic Trust Tel. 250-871-7797 Extension 227 [email protected]
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From: Minister, CSCD CSCD:EX [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: June-19-14 1:42 PM Subject: Oath of Office and Local Government Elections Dear Mayors and Chief: The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia recently passed legislation making changes to local elections campaign finance, and some targeted changes to other elections rules. Bill 21, the Local Elections Statutes Amendments Act, included amendments that enable regional districts to adopt their own, customized oath of office for members of their board by bylaw under the Local Government Act. I would like to take this opportunity to remind you that municipalities currently have this authority under s. 120 of the Community Charter. Municipalities may use a customized oath of office to emphasize the powers and responsibilities of the office that reflect the values and priorities of their communities. This strengthens the accountability of council members to their electors. It is not mandatory for any local government to adopt its own oath of office and if a local government does not adopt its own oath of office, the standard oath of office contained in the Local Government Elections Regulation applies. However, I encourage all local governments to consider whether adopting their own oath of office would be beneficial in promoting accountability. Consideration of a new oath of office is timely given that successful candidates (and those who are acclaimed) in the November 2014 elections will need to make their oath of office in order to take their places at council and board tables. The Province of British Columbia appears to be unique in Canada in providing local governments the authority to set their own oaths of office. As a result, there are not a large number of best practice examples to consider if you are interested in adopting your own oath of office. However, you may wish to refer to the customized oaths of office developed by your local government colleagues, Kelowna and Richmond, which are enclosed. Sincerely, Coralee Oakes Minister
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City of Richmond
Oath of Office
Bylaw No. 8779
I, ……….[name of person elected or appointed]………., do [swear]/[solemnly affirm] that:
• I will perform the duties of the office of [Mayor]/[Councillor] faithfully and with integrity and will not allow any private interest to influence my conduct in public matters;
• I will abide by the statutes, bylaws and policies that govern the City and will promote
openness, accountability, and responsible leadership; and
• I will dedicate myself at all times to acting in the best interests of the residents of the City of Richmond.
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City of Kelowna
Oath of Office
Bylaw No. 10750
I, [insert name of person elected or appointed], do (swear)(solemnly) affirm as (Mayor)/(Councillor) for the City of Kelowna, that I shall:
• Perform the duties of the office of (Mayor)(Councillor) faithfully and with integrity;
• Abide by the statutes, bylaws and policies that govern the City and promote openness, accountability, and responsible leadership;
• Provide stewardship of the public assets through the development and evaluation of the City’s policies and programs; and
• Always consider the well-being and interests of the community as a whole leading the development of a safe, vibrant and sustainable City.
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DISTRICT OF SECHELT
Oath of Office I, (Name of Councillor/Mayor), do swear that: I am qualified to hold the office of Councillor/Mayor for the District of
Sechelt to which I have been elected; I have not, by myself or any other person, knowingly contravened the
Local Government Act respecting vote buying or intimidation in relation to my election to the office;
I will faithfully perform the duties of my office, and will not allow any private
interest to influence my conduct in public matters; As required by the Community Charter, I will disclose any direct or indirect
pecuniary interest I have in a matter and will not participate in the discussion of the matter and will not vote in respect of the matter;
I will refrain from publicly disclosing matters considered by Council or its Committees at closed (in-camera) meetings as defined under Sections 90(1) and 90(2) of the Community Charter.
Sworn before me at Sechelt, BC this 7th day of December, 2011 S. Merrick, Provincial Court Judge Name
Community Charter Section 120 (3) Local Government Act Section 210 (4)
BC Reg. 380/93
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From: Bill Woollam [mailto:[email protected]]
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Subject: with proper links: ban 'Fracking' in your municipality
This copy has the proper hyper-links to research material.
Mayor, Council, and Administrators:
Is it not vital to look into the future and envision the environmental
impact on our land and water systems for our children and fellow
citizens? Contained in the attachments is a Burnaby, BC City Council
Resolution for a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing. Please have your
own city council write up a similar resolution banning fracking in your
region.
I am hoping that the short term dollar gain by unconventional natural gas
drilling/extraction methods cannot justify the contamination of our
limited drinking water sources here in BC.
Cement casing failures in the fracking shafts used in unconventional
drilling extraction for natural gas range from one in twenty to as often as
three out of four, according to a 2014 study "Oil and gas wells and their
integrity: Implications for shale and unconventional resource
exploitation", by Richard J. Davies et al. This breakdown of the
concrete casing acts as a conduit for toxic chemicals in the fracking fluid
(and even radioactive radium) to escape into aquifers, wells, ponds, and
rivers as they make their way to the surface due to high underground
pressure. Tailing ponds which hold fracking waste-water often leak, or
overflow, into surrounding creeks and rivers.
Another process known as coal bed methane extraction is just as
questionable. In an area of Wyoming which entails a group of 82 wells,
one and half million gallons of water a day are dumped locally (enough
to fill a football field ten feet deep in just 57 hours). The surrounding
dumping area becomes saturated with salts and sodium brought up from
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these deep coal bed methane wells. http://www.watershedsentinel.ca/content/coal-
bed-methane-new-gas-wells-promise-vancouver-island-blast-past
Even scientists are warning of earthquake risks from fracking
operations. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/energy/2014/05
/140502-scientists-warn-of-quake-risk-from-fracking-
operations/
Or consider what a simple hauling truck spill,
http://www.planetexperts.com/fracking-waste-dumped-illegally-karnes-
county-texas/ , would do to an entire pond or lake where just one part
per million of toxic fracking fluid is enough to contaminate and kill the
life in that water system.
See: What is in Fracking fluid?
http://www.watershedsentinel.ca/content/whats-frack-water
There is growing peer-reviewed scientific evidence of the harmful
effects of shale gas development. Meanwhile, 'pro-fracking’ opinions
focus on the big bucks and ignore the detrimental effects on our limited,
freshwater systems.
For those who would like to understand what 'fracking' is....and why
drilling for natural gas contaminates aquifers.... Here is a worthwhile 17
minute documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEB_Wwe-
uBM
There is also a growing list of communities, towns, cities, states and
countries banning the unsafe process of hydraulic fracking for natural
gas. http://keeptapwatersafe.org/global-bans-on-fracking/
Sincerely
Bill Woollam
960 Marchmont Rd
Duncan, BC V9L 2X1
250-746-0290
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From: Greg Deacon [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: June-19-14 3:39 PM To: Council
Subject: Sign for East Porpoise Bay
Dear Mayor and Council, For some years the East Porpoise Bay Ratepayers have had an interest in having an East Porpoise Bay sign at the entrance to our area. With the new developments happening in our area, the Onni project and the new hotel, the Directors thought that this would be an appropriate time to re-visit this idea. In our recent Director’s meeting the new signs in Davis Bay and West Sechelt were favourably commented on and all felt a sign like the Davis Bay one would enhance our area as well. The intersection of the new Delta Rd. beach access and East Porpoise Bay Rd might be a good area to place such a sign. Could you please let us know how we can start the process of acquiring such a sign? Best regards, Peter Wooding, President, East Porpoise Bay Ratepayers Association Greg Deacon, Secretary, East Porpoise Bay Ratepayers Association
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