Vernon and the Coidstream 1 Am Sure Would Have Extremely Adverse to an Application of an Asphalt Concrete Plant Expansion Over a Much-Needed Sport Complex

Appendix B

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IVL .ie!le Austin

From: Keri-Ann Baggett Sent: Monday, February 16, 2009 10:04 AM To: Barb Mitchell Cc: Craig Broderick; Michelle Austin Subject: RE: Coldstream Ranch Agency Referral - Public/Residents' Opinion Sought

Dear Ms. Mitchell, Thank you for your email regarding Coldstream Ranch. By way of this email, I will pass on your comments to the Director of Development Services. Sincerely,

Keri-Ann Baggett Municipal Clerk District Of Coldstream Ph. 250-550-1528

From: Barb Mitchell [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, February 16, 2009 9:53 AM To: Keri-Ann Baggett Subject: Coldstream Ranch Agency Referral - Public/Residents' Opinion Sought

Dear Ms. Baggett,

My name is Barbara Mitchell of 7961 Buchanan Road in Coldstream.

This email is to advise the Municipality that I have no objections to the Coldstream Ranch's proposal.

The Coldstream Ranch remains a valuable entity in our community.

Sincerely, Barb Mitchell

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District of Coldstream Your file no. 09-005-ALR

-9901 KalamalkaRoad {Coidstream Ranch} Coldstream, BC

V1B1L6

P-hone: (250)545-5304 Fax: (250) 545-4733

" A/a/// secundus"{ Second to none} Rural Living at its Best

To:

Craiq Broderick, Director of Deveiopment Services

EjTjajk [email protected] Ifi 0 » IE FEB 2 4 2009 AND Mayor DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM Jim Garltck- 250-307-9490

And Councilors: —rr*r. - ■

Maria Besso - 250-558-3450

Pat Cochrane - 250-545-1940

Doug Dirk - 250-545-3701 Richard Enns - 250- 542-8302

Bili Firman- 250-545-7199

Gyula Kiss - 250-545-8772

RE: Coldstream Ranch {2002} Ltd.

Rosebush Gravel Pit {bounded by Murphy Rd. in the east, Buchanan

Rd. in the north, CN railway in the south and agriculture fields to the

east and north. Application "To Place Fill or Remove Soil" in the ALR

Thank you for your "Agency Referral" that we received on approximately

February 9th, 2009 by mail and subsequent email requests from your office..

We ihe neighboring residence bave now been informedtbis Application "To Place Fill or Remove Soil" in the ALR is apparently necessary for the continued economic viability of the Coldstream Ranch {2002} Ltd. md the continuing business of their "associates" Postill and Sons (the contractor conducting the gravel and sand extraction and the reclamation to agricultural use).

However we do have some concerns and questions as follows:

_1) The already immense size of the excavation (34ha already apparently exceeding existing permit)

2) The slow pace of reclamation back to agricultural use relative to development of new areas.

3) The proposed use of the site to mix asphalt or concrete should not even be considered.

143 4) We are against hauling of materials from the pit via Buchanan Road.

If the "Application To Place Fill or Remove Soil" in the ALR is approved and then as the subsequent mining and screening operation moves closer to residences, will some restrictions be observed concerning noise and activity in the early morning and weekend?

We would Jike more to be done to NOW TO control the dust for the health safety of the pit workers and the surrounding residence AND can one can only imagine how problematic the dust will be if the current application is approved and the pit is moved closer to the residences along Buchanan Road. {See attached photos}

Benchmarks in the reclamation process should be met before granting entirety of the proposed permit area.

Hopefully this will result in more accountability from the contractor to Coldstream Ranch and the neighboring residences.

These concerns are in addition to our obvious concerns of eroding quality of life and property devaluation while these industrial activities take place.

We the undersigned submit these concerns for your careful consideration.

Yours truly;

Mariprie F. French

Charles E. French 7785 Buchanan Road ColdstreamBCVlB3B8

(250) 542-6258 [email protected] February 24lh 2009. 8051 Buchanan Road, Coldstream. V1B 3B8.

To: Craig Broderick, Director of Development Services, cc Ron Macleaod, ALR

Regarding an Application for a new permit from the ALR to allow the current expansion of the Rosebush Gravel Pit.

It has come to our attention that our neighbours immediately to the East have been advised that they may respond at a public hearing on February 25th to this application.We are hoping that we too will be permitted to make representations, since the pit does make up a large part of the view from our house and we are certainly subjected to the same dust and noise pollution.

Of course we recognise that the continued viability and integrity of the Coldstream Ranch is central to the preservation of our community, and that this finite gravel resource needs to be exploited with care and intelligence. When this pit was first conceived more than forty years ago the ranch owned all of the land on the North side of Buchanan Road and there were very few people living nearby .There was no ALR, and only the Regional District concerned.

Before we can make a considered response we have a number of matters that need clarification. We hope that this will happen at the public hearing. 1 .How much of the ranch revenues come from this pit? Would the ranch remain viable without it? 2,What assurances are there that the requirement for topsoil to be properly replaced will be met? a) Is all the topsoil still there? b) Have funds been set aside for this purpose? c) What progress has been made so far on lots 213 and 214? d) How rapidly can the exposed areas in lots 204 to218 be reclaimed ?

3 Would it be possible to extract the gravel that lies closest to the homes while keeping the large noisy and dust creating equipment far away ? 4 The map provided provokes a number of questions: a) Why is the large and very visible extension made last Fall not shown ? b) What exactly is the "original proposed permit boundary". When was it proposed and what is its status ? Was there public input ? c) Who is responsible for monitoring the permit ? When and why was a stop work order issued, and what are its conditions ?

At this point we can say: We are opposed to any further unregulated expansion of this little Gobi desert. We are strongly opposed to the use of the site for the manufacturing of asphalt or concrete. We are strongly opposed to any traffic from the pit using Buchanan Road.

Respectfully submitted: Carol Abernathy and Jeff Mellows. 146 M p.; r\ 7917 Buchanan Road, Coldstream, B.C. FEB 2 5 2003 V1T3B8

DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM

February 24,2009

District of Coldstream 9901 Kaiamalka Road, Coldstream, B.C. V1B1L6

Re: 2008 Grave! Extraction and Reclamation Plan: Coldstream Ranch (2002) Ltd. Gravel Pit, Coldstream B.C.

ALC Permit #T-29101 C/yn/rfvts&fci/ Mr. Craig Brodenck: /

We are writing in reference to the proposal of the Coldstream Ranch Rosebush Gravel Pit expansion and re-zoning. The District of Coldstream has given us notice ofthe proposal, and indicating expansion o f the lands gravel pit with portable asphalt and concrete plant usage.

As a resident within 100 yards of the proposed site, we strongly object. The proposal's size, nature, and location would have significant effects in terms of visual intrusion and potential noise impacts. I believe my quality of life will be adversely affected.

We hope you would take into consideration the following reasons:

1) The environmental damage caused by an asphalt and concrete plant. The emissions are listed in a report attached. The proposal does not reflect the protection of the environment, both physical and social.

2) The noise, dust and odor pollution within the residential area.

3) The significant visual impact in an area of outstanding landscape.

4) The damage to good agricultural land. The section stated in the proposal has been used for cattle grazing and alpha production. The soil is capable of supplying abundant grass for the cattle. The reports are only supplied for the Coldstream ranch site desired are of industry.

5) It is essential usable agricultural land be protected from possible contamination or overuse by industry.

6) Significant traffic hazard

7) Significant impact upon wildlife habitat.

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8) Land use policies already prohibited, by Stop Work Order. In question is the insurance of Coidstream Ranch adhering to your compliances with further developments.

9) If proposed asphalt and concrete plant are built, this will significantly devalue all the Residences on Buchanan Road and we question how this will be compensated.

The expansion or opening of a new commercial pit or quarry wiii require an environmental impact assessment, rehabilitation plan with full public review not just the local residences. Due to the fact that in 2008 and proposal for a Sport complex on Coidstream Ranch property was denied. The community of Vernon and the Coidstream 1 am sure would have extremely adverse to an application of an asphalt concrete plant expansion over a much-needed Sport complex. The sport complex would not damage the land a much as the current site of the gravel pit has to date.

Thanks you very much for taking the time to read this letter and truly respect you professional application to the proposal of the extension and continuous use of the Coidstream Ranch gravel Pit usage.

Thanks again.

Sincerely,

Ed & Marjorie Lane

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Clean Air and Asphalt is manufactured by mixing asphalt cement Energy Clean Air, Climate with aggregates such as stone, sand or gravel. Change and Stratospheric Ozone Asphalt cement is a product of oil refining that is Depletion Health, Environment used as a binder to glue the aggregates together in and the Economy

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Asphalt manufacturing releases the following substances: Iron and Steel Base Metals Smelters Criteria Air Contaminants (CAC): Pulp and Paper • Particujate Matter (Total -TPM, <10 microns - PM10, and <2.5 microns - Lumber and Allied Wood Products PM25) Concrete • Nitrogen. Oxid.esJNOj,} Cement • Sulphur Qxjdes_(S_Cy Asphalt • Caibpn_Monpjdde(CO) Agriculture • Volatile Organic pompounds (YOG) Commercial and Consumer Products Toxic substances: Pollutants • Poiycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) Greenhouse Gases • Heavy Metals Air Pollution Monitoring and Emissions Greenhouse gases; inventories Agreements, • Carbon Dioxide (C02) http://wwwxc.gcxa/cleanair-aiipur/Pollution_Sources/Asphalt-WS13CBCB37-l_En.htm 2/24/2009 149 dean J\n umme - /\spua.u i. "g*-' -i* V/J. *J

L- ■siation, Since PAH emissions are associated with Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), b. _, Jlations and minimizing VOC emissions also reduces PAH, odour and smog-forming Committees pollutants. Science and Research Sources and Types of Air Pollutants Released from Asphalt Manufacturing Regional Clean Air Online Source Pollutant Local dean Air Online Batch Mix - Dryer and TPM, PM10, PM25, CO, S02, NOx, C02, VOCs, Mixing Tower PAHs, Heavy Metals About CAOL Drum Mix - Drum Mixer TPM, PM10, PM25, CO, S02, N0X, C02, VOCs, Reports and PAHs, Heavy Metals Publications Asphalt Storage Tanks VOCs, CO, PAHs |

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Contribution of Emissions from the Hot-Mix Asphalt Sector to all Industry Sectors - (HMA Annual Production: 45 million tonnes/year)

Pollutant Total industrial Hot-Mix Asphalt |Hot-Mix Asphalt Emissions* Emissions** Contribution to (ktonnes/y) (ktonnes/y) (industrial Emissions (%) PM 523 |9.5 49.7

PM10 211 7.5 |3.5

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"Except for C02, emissions are from Environment Canada's Criteria Air Contaminants inventory for 2005 which reflect "process" emissions "Emissions are for year 2005 for the HMA Sector and include both process and fuel combustion emissions ***Emissions are for year 1997 from Canada's Greenhouse Gas Inventory and include both "process" and "fuel combustion- emissions

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Clean Air and Concrete is an essential product used in a variety of Energy Clean Air, Climate construction, infrastructure and industrial Change and Stratospheric Ozona applications. Ready-mixed concrete is Canada's most Depletion Health, Environment widely used construction material, accounting for and the Economy

Pollution Issues about 70% by volume of ail construction materials, Up Pollution Source's to two thirds of Canadian concrete is estimated to be Residential and Individuals used in residential and commercial foundations or Fossil Fuels Transportation basements. Concrete is also used in the construction Petrofeum Electricity Generation of municipal and transportation infrastructure Industrial Energy Use including roads, bridges and sidewalks. Iron and Steel Base Metals Smelters Pulp and Paper Concrete is made by mixing Portland cement, water and coarse (stone) and Lumber and Allied fine (sand) aggregates and may include the addition of admixtures (chemicals Wood Products to control setting properties). The reaction between cement and water results in the hardening of the mixture, producing concrete. Cement accounts for only 9- Concrete 13% by weight of the finished concrete. Supplementary cementing materials Cement (SCMs) may also be used to replace a portion of the cement. SCMs used include fiy ash (byproduct of coal-fired power generation), ground biast furnace Asphaft slag (byproduct of metals smelting) and micro silica (silica fume). Agriculture Commercial and The concrete manufacturing process releases the following substances Consumer Products declared toxic under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA): Pollutants • PM (Respirable Particulate Matter less than or equal to 10 microns in Greenhouse Gases 10 diameter)

Air Pollution • Suiphur Oxides (SOx) Monitoring and • Nitrogen Oxides (NO ) Emissions x Inventories • Volatjle. Organic _Comp_ojjnds_(VQ_C) Agreements, • Qround-leyel OzoneXOs). (generated as a result of chemical reactions http://wwwxc.gcxa/cleanalr-aiip^ 2/24/2009 151 Clean Air Online - Concrete —©— ~-

Le' "3tion, between NGV and VOCs) A Reb .ations and Committees Other pollutants associated with this industry are: Science and Research • TptaiPartjculate Matter.(TPM)

Regions! Clean Air e Carbon Dioxide (C02) Online • Carbon MpJiQxide(CO) Lots! Clean Air « Methane (CH ) Online 4 • Nitrous Oxide (N O) About GAOL a

Reports and The following table demonstrates the comparison between the concrete Publications manufacturing industry and National Total Industry Emissions for 2000. Site Map Emissions (tonnes) I I""" Quick Search Pollutant (Criteria Ready- Total Ready-mixed Industry's | Enter Text: Air Contaminants) mixed Industrial Contribution to National concrete Emissions industry Emissions } Total PM 10,292 J 637,000 1.6% |

PM10 3,142 | 305,000 1.0% | 1,068 | 213,000 0.5% |™2.5 |NOx 112 | 681,000 0.0% |voc 8 I 1,037,000 0.0% |so2 134 | 1,972,000 0.0% |co 89 2,192,000 0.0%

Source: ICF Consulting Canada, Multi-poilutant Emission Reduction Analysis Foundation (MERAF) for the Canadian Ready-Mixed Concrete Sector, Final Report, 2002. (URL: ktp:_//wy1wxcme.ca/assets/Ddf/rdv mix cncrte smmry_meraf_e.pdf)

Paniculate matter is the main substance of concern released from this sector, accounting for about 1.6% of Total PM from Canadian industrial sources. Particuiate matter is mainly released through fugitive emissions during materials handling and storage activities. Small amounts of other substances are formed from the combustion of natural gas and distillate oil used in mix water heating.

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Concrete is manufactured across Canada in about 700 facilities. Because ready-mixed concrete cannot be transported for long distances, production is concentrated in urban regions with the highest demand from manufacturing and construction activities. The sector is mostly composed of small regional suppliers employing less than 50 workers per establishment.

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Crai" Broderick

From: Craig Broderick Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2009 11:27 AM To: Michelle Austin; Craig Broderick; 'Dave Whiting - consultant'; 'Doug Stevenson - farm comm'; 'Jane Mastin - consultant'; 'Kevin Murphy - MAL'; 'Lois Philp - farm comm'; 'Maria Besso-Ockert - Council rep'; 'Mike McMorran - public at large'; 'Paul Christie - APC rep'; 'Perrin Hayes - public at large (Chairperson)'; 'Richard Enns - Councii rep'; 'Stan Combs - MAL alt'; Ted Osborn - Coldstream Ranch'; Irma Breitkreutz Cc: Mike Stamhuis Subject: Input on application Attachments: gravel pit photos.jpg; grave! pit photos2.jpg; gravel pit photos3.jpg; gravel pit photos4.jpg; gravel pit photos5.jpg; gravel pit photos6.jpg; grave! pit photos7.jpg

February 16, 2009

District of Coldstream Your file no. 09-005-ALR 9901 Kaiamalka Road {Coldstream Ranch} Coldstream, BC V1B1L6 Phone: (250) 545-5304 Fax; (250) 545-4733

" Null/ secundus"{Second to none} Rural Living at its Best

To:

Craig Broderick. Director of Development Services

E-mail: plannercgdistnct.coldsts-ea^.bc.ca

AND Mayor Jim Garlick - 250-307-9490

And Councilors: Maria Besso - 250-558-3450 Pat Cochrane - 250-545-1940 Doug Dirk- 250-545-3701 Richard Enns - 250- 542-8302 Bill Firman- 250-545-7199 Gyula Kiss - 250-545-8772

RE: Coldstream Ranch {2002} Ltd. Rosebush Gravel Pit {bounded by Murphy Rd. in the east, Buchanan Rd. in the north, CN railway in the south and agriculture fields to the east and north. Application "To Place Fill or Remove Soil" in the ALR

Thank you for your "Agency Referral" that we received on approximately February 9th, 2009 by mail and subsequent email requests from your office.

2/24/2009 153 Page 2 of3 We the neighboring residence have now been informed this Application "To Place Fill or Remove Soil" -^ the ALR is apparently necessary for the continued economic viability of the Coldstream Ranc. ,2002} Ltd. and the continuing business of their "associates" Postill and Sons (the contractor conducting the gravel and sand extraction and the reclamation to agriculturai use).

However we do have some concerns and questions as follows:

1) The already immense size of the excavation (34ha already apparently, exceeding existing permit)

2) The slow pace of reclamation back to agricultural use relative to development of new areas.

3) The proposed use of the site to mix asphalt or concrete should not even be considered.

4) We are against hauling of materials from the pit via Buchanan Road,

We would like more to be done NOW TO control the dust for the health safety of the pit workers and the surrounding residence AND can one can only imagine how problematic the dust will be if the current application is approved and the pit is moved closer to the residences along. Buchanan Road. {See attached photos}

Benchmarks in the reclamation process should be met before granting entirety of the proposed permit area.

Hopefully this will result in more accountability from the contractor to Coldstream Ranch and the neighboring residences.

These concerns are in addition to our obvious concerns of eroding quality of life and property devaluation while these industrial activities take place. We the undersigned submit these concerns for your careful consideration along six photographs we snapped just "one" day in August, 2008 when the current pit was being operated.

Yours truly;

Don and Alice' Ramsey, 7939 Buchanan Rd Vernon, BCV1B3B8 (250) 549-7343 a ra m sey (gjte I us. net

" Nulli secundus"{ Second to none} Rural Living at its Best ???

CC: Residents of Buchanan Road-

Attachments:

Five of the photos were taken from a vantage point on Buchanan Road looking west to where the "dust cloud" is drifting south from the existing grave! pit across Coldstream Ranch green hay fields that are adjacent to Buchanan Road and IM/2009 Page 3 of 3 then the "dust cloud" can be seen drifting south westerly across Buchanan Road at the 7939 block."

"The photo of the rail fence is looking north is from our yard at 7939 Buchanan Road as a slight westerly breeze as you can see in the that photo is now moving the dust cloud south westerly,"

Photos attached

Aaltje Ramsey

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Keri"Ann Baggett „ _.. . dtQ05-:ALR From: Jeff Mellows [[email protected]] Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 12:08 PM To: Keri-Ann Baggett Cc: [email protected]; Alice Ramsey; Steve Hubbard; Ed Lane; todd & sheila

March 12th 2009 8051 Buchanan Road, Coldstream BC V1B 3B8. (250 545 8815)

Attention Kerry-Ann Baggett.

We are a group of residents of Buchanan Road who are concerned about the application for a permit from the ALR to legitimize the ongoing expansion of the Rosebush gravel pit. We wish to be a delegation at any council meeting that considers this application. We need to explain our concerns and seek answers to specific questions about this application. Please arrange for us to have a place on the agenda following the presentation that will be made on behalf of the Coldstream Ranch.

On behalf of: residents along Buchanan Road. , Jeff Mellows. .'--■

3/12/2009

district of

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to Mayor and Councii FILE NO. 1850

FROM Michael Stamhuis DATE February 27, 2009 . Chief Administrative Officer

SUBJECT Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary - Request for Grant

1. Purpose

To advise Councii of grant application and obtain direction.

2. Origin

Request for Grant (attached). 3. Discussion

Council received the attached grant application as a follow-up to the delegation to the February 9, 2009 regular meeting. A report from the Director of Financial Administration has indicated that the budget allotment for grant applications has only been partially spent.

4. Recommendation

THAT the report from the Chief Administrative Officer, dated February 27, 2009, regarding Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary - Request for Grant be received;

AND THAT consideration be given to the grant application from the Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary.

C3V-.A. Submitted by Michael Stamhuis, P.Eng Chief Administrative Officer 160 District of p) 1111 f I n)

DiSTRJGT OF- CGS.DSTREAM

CoIcSstream

DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, B.C. V1B 1L6 Tel: 545-5304 Fax: 545-4733

APPLIGAflON-FOM (GRANT

In accordance with the Community Charter, the Council of The Corporation of the District of Coldsti'eam may, by vote of at least 2/3rd of the council members, provide assistance by way of a grant to organizations which provide services that the council considers necessary or desirable.

Please complete the following application and submit it to the District on or before March 15th in the budget year for which the application is made.

Note that grants must be applied for on an annual basis and approval in one year does not imply or suggest that approval in any year subsequent will occur.

Please Note: This application is NOT FOR TAX EXEMPTION.

1. Name of Organization Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary

fVernon Rabbit Rescue Branch)

2. Date of Application February 10, 2009

3. Taxation Year being applied for 2008-2009

4. Amount of request $2,500 DISTRICT OI? COLDSTBEAM - APPLICATION FOR GRANT

Details of Organization

Name of Organization: Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary Address of Organization: 14150 Highway 97 Qvama, BC V4V2G6 Name of Contact Person Maurie Deaton Telephone Number: 250-558-7720 or250-938-4411

Incorporation # of Society: 83182-8124-RR0001

Please provide a copy of the following: H Most recent audited financial statements a Projected statement of receipts and disbursements (budget) for the current year.

ZSEMP^iZ^WZl On a separate sheet, please provide the following: 1. Details of efforts made by your organization to work towards self-sufficiency. 2. Details on the current membership of your organization (i.e. number of members, fees/due paid, etc. 3. The purpose and mission of your organization, as well as some achievements. 4. The project for which you are seeking funds.

On behalf of - Warren Peace Bunm/Sanctuary ^I/wer

hei§byt"declare that all tlfe information presented and/or provided with this application is

DATED THIS 22- DAY OF "~ February ,2009 _ ^ ~ ^

Authoiized Signatory Authorized Signatory

162 Vernon Rabbit Rescue "Coldsfreainni Bunnies Spay/Neuter Project" Grant Application Appendix

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self-sufficiency.

Vernon Rabbit Rescue wishes not only to become self-sufficient, but also to be so successful, that we put ourselves "out of business".

VRR has already been successful in eliminating the feral bunny problem in Vernon and thereby decreased the need for VRR services there. Reducing the need for spay/neuter and related care costs also.

We are not a long-term sanctuary, but instead offer a trap, spay/neuter and adoption program to the community. In this way, we do not take on the long- term needs and expenses related to each bunny, which can be substantial, as their lifespan averages 5-7 years and occasionally bunnies live into their teens.

Since all bunnies are spayed/neutered before being adopted, our bunnies will never have offspring to add to the abandoned/feral rabbit problem.

We also accept surrendered bunnies, which keeps them from being abandoned/released into the community. As people rarely spay/neuter their pet bunnies, had these surrendered bunnies been released, they would certainly have added to the abandoned/feral rabbit problem.

We believe that we can bring about the end of the abandoned/feral rabbit problem in the North Okanagan through:

° Public education; ° Trap/surrender, spay/neuter and adoption program; • Lobbying for systemic changes at the municipal and Provincial level to stop the sale of unaltered rabbits and imposing fines against those releasing/abandoning them.

163 2. BBt&ils on the current membership of your organizsteon (i.e. number of members, fees/dye paid, etc.

Vernon Rabbit Rescue is a dedicated group of volunteers, but is not a registered non-profit society. Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary is our sponsoring society and has charitable status.

Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary currently does not charge for memberships. Individuals can "sponsor" individual bunnies for $120 per year ($10 per month).

This is only the society's second year of operation. Membership is presently at 28, including the 10 directors and 18 sponsors.

3. The purpose and mission of your organisation, as well as some achievements.

Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary;

The Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary is an all-volunteer, non-profit rabbit sanctuary. Our mission is to provide sanctuary for bunnies that have been abused, neglected or abandoned. We provide housing, food, neutering/spaying, medical attention plus tons of unlimited unconditional love.

Vernon Rabbit Rescue:

Vernon Rabbit Rescue's main objective is to stop the abandonment of unwanted domestic rabbits that leads to on-going feral rabbit problems. VRR traps, spays/neuters and finds pre-approved adoptive homes for these unwanted pet bunnies.

We succeed through our public education efforts, trap, spay/neuter and adoption program, and lobbying for systemic changes. These changes include bylaws banning the sale of unaltered rabbits and fines against those who abandon/release domestic rabbits.

VRR's actions have ended the feral rabbit problem in Vernon that peaked at around 300-400 bunnies. Vernon City Council provided two small grants, totalling $7,000, that enabled VRR to spay/neuter ail the remaining unaltered rabbits in our care. The City also assisted in arranging short-term housing for the bunnies. The support from Vernon's City Council was instrumental in getting the feral rabbit situation under control As our spay/neuter and housing needs were met for the first time, we were able to focus our attention on trapping the remaining feral bunnies in Vernon. Previously, due to space limitations and spay/neuter costs, we were only able to take in new bunnies on a iimited basis.

From October 2007 through February 2008, VRR spayed/neutered approximately 190 bunnies from the North Olcanagan. Both Panorama Veterinary Services in Winfieid and Central Animal Hospital In Vernon strongly support our spay/neuter program and just in the last 18 months have donated close to $20,000 worth of their veterinary services for spay/neuter alone.

VRR works to raise awareness about the inhumane act of abandoning/releasing pet rabbits in the community. We also provide information and support about rabbit care. We work with children to educate them about the responsibilities of having a pet rabbit and the importance of spaying/neutering your pet. The Boys and Girls Clubs in Vernon and Armstrong are fundraising to help towards feeding the VRR bunnies.

In future, we hope to do more youth education and implement an animal therapy program with residents of seniors and special-needs care facilities, using the VRR bunnies.

4, The project for which you are seeking funds.

This project will spay/neuter 25 abandoned/feral/surrendered bunnies from the District of Coldstream. The cost of spay/neuter will be at a 50% reduced price of approximately $100 per bunny.

Central Animal Hospital will be matching the value of the District's grant by donating approximately $100 worth of their services per bunny. VRR volunteers will trap and/or accept unwanted pet bunnies, ensure they are spayed/neutered and care for them until they are adopted to pre-approved homes. 166 Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary Year-End Financial Statement WJarch 1, 2007 - February 28, 2008

Sponsorships $ 2,445.00

Donations (A. Monod) 13,041.98

Miscellaneous Supplies $ 263.97

Repairs and Maintenance ■ 824.70

Miscellaneous Veterinary 1,784.55

Veterinary (Spay & Neuter) 3,676.79

Food/Bedding 8,936.97 irren iratr ant J07/8 - 2008/9

Sponsorships J 2,445.00 $ 3,250.00

Donations 13,041.98 14,250.00

Office Supplies 263.97 300.00

Repairs and Maintenance 824.70 1,000.00

Miscellaneous Veterinary 1,784.55 2,000.00

Veterinary (Spay & Neuter 3,676.79 7,000.00

Food/Bedding 8,936.97 7,200.00 Jt strict of

DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM (ttoibsiwam MEMORANDUM

TO Mayor and Council FILE NO. Rolls: 879-150

FROM Bob Bibby, RBO DATE March 4 2009 Building Official

SUBJECT Request for Open Burning Permit - 9804 Buchanan Road

1. Purpose

To obtain Council direction regarding open burning at the above address.

2. Origin

The District received the attached letter dated March 9, 2009 requesting a burning permit at 9804 Buchanan Road

3. Background/Discussion

This is a small working orchard with a total of 4.46 acres, in the past it has qualified for Special Burning permits because it has BCAA farm status. Since the farm status qualification has been removed from the bylaw, this property no longer qualifies for burning permits. New owners took possession of the property in July of last year and the previous owners had not cleaned up the prunings.

4. Conclusion

This property previously qualified for open burning permits.

5. Recommendation

THAT the letter from Jeff and Jeanie Campbell, regarding request for a burning permit, be received;

AND THAT Council approve the request for a special burning permit for the property located at 9804 Buchanan Road subject to all conditions required in the District of Coidstream Fire Services and Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 1520, 2008;

AND FURTHER THAT the applicant be advised Council will not grant a special burning permit for this property in the future.

Bob Bibby, AScT, R.B.O Reviewed by Administrator 170 Jeff & Jeanie Campbell March 9 2006 9804 Buchanan Rd Coldstream BC V1B 3B6 Re: Appeal for Burn Permit for farm status property located at 9804 Buchanan Rd Coldstream We purchased the orchard property, described above on July 4, 2008. The property has approximately 860 fruit trees, the majority apple. The trees are older ones (20 or more years). The previous owners were going through a divorce so they did not look after the property as was required. The trees are in bad need of severe pruning. We did not renew the lease with the people that were leasing the orchard when we purchased the property. They were un-cooperative and left huge piles of cuttings from previous years all around the property. We feel the piles are unsightly especially where the property borders along Hwy 6 and Buchanan Road. This does not give a very good impression of Coldstream for people traveling on these routes. We take pride in the properties we have owned and want the work and money we have spent and plan on spending on this property to reflect this. Our property is 4.46 acres just under the 4.958 acres or 2 hectare guideline the Municipality has just recently imposed. We would greatly appreciate your consideration with respect to our request.

Jeff & Jeanie Campbell 172 Itatrtct cf g||^ DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM V

"**-™ dSLd&steam FILE: 3800 DATE: March 3, 2009

TO: Mayor and Council

FROM: Bob Bibby, Building Official

SUBJECT: BUILDING INSPECTOR'S REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY, 2009

Please find enclosed the District of Coldstream Building Statistics and Detail Report for the month of February, 2009.

A total of four permits were issued, 1 Mobile Home, 1 Addition, 1 Pool/Pool House, and one Special Plumbing Inspection, with a total construction value of $230,000. This compares to 5 permits and construction value of $1,060,000 for the same month last year.

The number of housing units in 2009 to date is 2 compared to 3 in 2008. Total Construction Value to date is down from last year. However, activity is starting to increase.

A total of 4 Building Permit Applications were received for processing during the month of February, 2009.

Submitted by:

Bob Bibby, Building Official

Reviewed by Administrator 174 BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY ANNUAL COMPARISON

MONTHLY TOTALS

2008 2009 2008 # 2008 # 2009 # 2009 # MONTH UNITS PERMITS 2008 VALUE UNITS PERMITS 2009 VALUE JANUARY 1 3 $ 666,000.00 1 3 $ 437,000.00 FEBRUARY 2 5 $ 1,060,000.00 1 4 $ 180,000.00 MARCH 6 8 $ 1,750,000.00 APRIL 10 22 $ 4,252,000.00 MAY 3 11 $ 1,387,000.00 JUNE 7 23 $ 2,907,000.00 JULY 7 11 $ 2,800,000.00 AUGUST 7 9 $ 2,432,000.00 SEPTEMBER 4 14 $ 1,570,500.00 OCTOBER 9 9 $ 2,520,000.00 NOVEMBER 1 6 $ 439,000.00 DECEMBER 4 6 $ 1,480,950.00

ANNUAL TOTALS 61 127 $ 23,264,450.00 2 7 $ 617,000.00

RUNNING TOTALS 2008 2009 UNI IS TO PERMITS UNITS TO PERMITS MONTH DATE TO DATE TOTAL TO DATE DATE TO DATE TOTAL TO DATE JANUARY 1 3 $ 666,000.00 1 3 $ 437,000.00 FEBRUARY 3 8 $ 1,726,000.00 2 7 $ 617,000.00 MARCH 9 16 $ 3,476,000.00 APRIL 19 38 $ 7,728,000.00 MAY 22 49 $ 9,115,000.00 JUNE 29 72 $12,022,000.00 JULY 36 83 $14,822,000.00 AUGUST 43 92 $ 17,254,000.00 SEPTEMBER 47 106 $ 18,824,500.00 OCTOBER 56 115 $21,344,500.00 NOVEMBER 57 121 $21,783,500.00 DECEMBER 61 127 $ 23,264,450.00

ANNUAL TOTALS 61 127 23,264,450 2 7 $ 617,000.00 176 DAMAGE PERMIT # BUILDER PROJECT ADDRESS LEGAL DESCRIPTION ROLL# PROPOSED USE VALUATION # SQ FT # UNITS ISSUE DATE FEES DEPOSIT NET FEES 09-002 Bertlesen Plumbing Rockland Drive, 492 Lot1 Plan 38748 858-120 PLUMBING INSPECTION Feb 1/09 S 100.00 $ - $ 1D0.0O 09-003 Backyard pleasures Pool and Spa Fairmont Place, 35 LotS Plan 28730 856-100 POOL AND POOL HOUSE 60,000.00 720 Feb10/09 $ 2,018.00 S1.200.00 $ 81R.O0 08-123 Eagle Homes Kalamalka Road, #214 -15401 Mobile home serial #24034 7614-000 MOBILE HOME 50.000.00 924 Feb 11/09 $ 230.00 $ - $ 230.00 08-129 Anthony Yskes Kinloch Drive, 12704 Lot 6 Plan 10525 586-000 ADDITION 120.000.00 Feb 6/09 $ 2,238.00 S 200.00 $ 2.038.00 230,000.00 S 4.586.00 $1,400.00 $ 3,186.00

TOTALS THIS MONTH TOTALS TO DATE CONSTRUCTION VALUE S 230,000.00 CONSTRUCTION VALUE $ 667.000.00 # PERMITS ISSUED # PERMITS ISSUED 0 ACCESSORY ACCESSORY 1 DEMOLITION DEMOLITION 0 POOL POOL 0 RENOVATION RENOVATION 2 SFD SFD 2 MULT! MULTI 0 OTHER OTHER 2 SANITARY CONNECTION SANITARY CONNECTION 0 TOTAL PERMITS ISSUED TOTAL PERMITS ISSUED 7 # UNITS # UNITS 2 PERMIT VALUE $4,586 PERMIT VALUE $10,378.00

-3 -3 178 March 17,2009 Page 1

DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM - OUTSTANDING BUSINESS FROM REGULAR MEETINGS OF COUNCIL

MEETING TARGET SUBJECT ACTION REQUIRED STATUS STAFF DATE DATE %M^M^' Feb 23/04 Highway 6 To continue lobbying the provincial government - Improvements for improvements to Hwy 6. • Business Plan 2007 • Shouldering 2008 (File No. 0410-85-01) Discuss at meeting with District Highways Manager Feb. 25/08 • Letter Campaign initiated Lobby to have representation on Regional Transportation Advisory Committee

June 25/07 Greater Veraon Parks Staff report on retaining the required five percent Director of (File No. 0360-40) cash in lieu or park land dedication from Development developers. Services • Council authorized staff to retain the July 23/07 required five percent cash in lieu or parkland dedication from developers August 13/07 Water Service Review - Council requested staff seek answers to the • Being considered during Service Chief January 2008 Devolution Principles questions raised in the CAO's Report, prior to Reviews Administrative (File No. 5600-08) Council reconsidering this matter. Officer Oct. 22/07 Installation of Street Lights Staff to investigate and report back to Council, the Director of March 2009 along Briar Drive cost of installation of street lights along Briar Dr. Engineering ~"e No. 5320-02) Services 2008 _. ver Extensions to Service Council requested that this item be tabled1 to a Chief May 26/08 Existing Neighbourhoods on future meeting of Council. Administrative Septic Service Officer May 26/08 (File No. 5340-11) Report to Council (Tabled) April 28/08 Zoning Bylaw with Respect Council asked that staff investigate how other Director of April 2009 to Renovations in Existing municipalities handle renovation building permits Development Neighbourhoods in existing/established neighbourhoods with Services / respect to viewscape. Building ] Official

-3 îfeôns^^te^âded starch 17,2009 Page 2 =MEETING TARGET SUBJECT ACTION REQUIRED STATUS STAFF DATE DATE 2008 July 14/08 Policy for Regulation of Council requested a draft policy or bylaw Building March 2009 Steel Box Containers and amendment be brought forward for consideration. Official Portable Shelters within the District of Coldstream Sept. 08/08 Traffic and Safety Issues Council has requested a public meeting to be held Meeting held October 15,2008 Director of around Kalavista Boat to vet the suggestions of the Director of Report October 27, 2008 Development Launch Engineering and the Traffic Safety Committee Services (File No. 5460) with the public and get their input prior to 10-27-08 Report Tabled pending budgeting and implementation. establishment of Ad-Hoc Neighbourhood Committee

Nov. 10/08 Ad Hoc Committee to be established (File No. 0360-66) Nov. 10/08 Voting by Mail-in Ballots Council requested that staff look into the Executive October 2009 and other options available possibility of including mail-in ballots for the next Research (File No. 4200) local general election and other available options. Coordinator Dec. 15/08 Kidston Road Multi-Use Council authorized staff to complete the pre- Director of Spring 2009 Pathway between design study and approach the property owners Planning Coldstream Creek and the affected by the Kidston Road Multi-Use Path Services / Red Gate between Coldstream Creek and the Red Gate Director of (File No. 5420-20-01) Engineering Services Dec. 15/08 Bylaw Protecting Riparian Council requested staff investigate the possibility Legal opinion has been received Building March 2009 Areas in Agricultural Land of having a bylaw that would protect riparian areas Official Reserves on lands within the Agricultural Land Reserve Dec. 15/08 Use of Chemical Sprays Council requested staff gather further information Letter from NORD tabled pending further Director of April 2009 (File No. 6130) on the advantages and disadvantages of using information Engineering pesticides and herbicides in parks and on playing Services fields within the District of Coldstream Further information and response from NORD has been requested. 2000 i-cU. ?'U;» uylaw to ban sale of Council requested that staff bring forward a bylaw Executive March 2009 unaltered rabbits to prohibit the sale of unaltered rabbits as well as Research fines for the release of any unaltered rabbit Coordinator

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From: Craig Tomash [mailto:[email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 17, 2009 8:18 AM To: [email protected]; [email protected]; Keri-Ann Baggett Cc: Loreen Ruault; Ken & Pat Andrews; 'Sara Upton'; Ken & Colleen Upton; 'David & Sonja Farrell'; Andre & Heila Smith; Danny & Ada Yan Subject: Attention Coldstream Mayor & Council: Grid Road Project Concerns Importance: High

Attention: Municipality of Coldstream Mayor & Council, Mr. Stamhuis and Mr. B rode rick:

Attached is correspondence sent by the majority of owners from Sage Pointe Lane Town Homes situated at 7325 Pointe Sage Drive, Coldstream, B.C., V1B4C2.

This correspondence refers to the proposed Grid Road Project (Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kaiamaika Road) and outlines concerns regarding how the project will impact on these adjacent home owners; offering concerns, options and a request for input on design elements specific to noise and visual buffer zones adjacent to this property if the project proceeds.

It is requested the attached information be presented for Council's consideration. If a request to "Appear as a Delegation" is required the appropriate request will be made at that time.

We would appreciate an acknowledgement and response to the attached correspondence be provided.

Thank you for your consideration:

Craig & Jan Tomash, Ken & Pat Andrews, Ken, Colleen & Sara Upton, David & Sonja Farrell, Andre & Heila Smith, Danny & Ada Yan 182 Sage Pointe Lane Owners: Reference Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kalmalaka Road (Grid Road Project) 15th March, 2009

To: Mayor& Council Municipality of Coidstream

Reference: Highway 97 Connection College Drive to Kalamalka Road (Grid Road)

Owners of Sage Pointe Lane, a high end 10 unit town home complex located at 7325 Pointe Sage Drive, Coidstream V1B 4C2; had one of it owners, Craig Tomash (250-503- 1380 & cell 1-250-864-2310) contact Michael Stamhuis, Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Coidstream during the week of March 10th, 2009. Mr. Stamhuis provided an update on the Grid Road Project; answered questions relative to the design concept, timelines, public input process, grant application & the project's current status.

The Grid Road Project has the potential to significantly impact the Sage Pointe Lane property and owners; as well as other adjacent Coidstream properties. The Sage Pointe Lane owners have various concerns in this regards. We would appreciate the opportunity to identify these concerns to you, at this time.

The following refers:

• Aesthetics • Noise Level • Quality of life & enjoyment of property • Property devalued • Air Quality • Debris • Water run off • Snow removal • Environmental Impact on Wild Life Habitat & Movement Corridor • Construction impact ie: noise, vibration, etc. • Traffic feed from Lumby, Lavington, Coidstream, Middleton & West Kal Road • Traffic Volume of approximately 100 vehicles per hour or more • Speed limits & restrictions • Traffic safety - new road will comprise of a long straight stretch with potential for excessive speeds & accidents • Design elements: minimize impact by maximizing buffer zones through usage of landscape barriers (trees, shrubbery, vegetation, earthen berms) • Project viability: is there an alternate route ie: Reservoir Road • Land from the Seed Farm: option to increase overall building envelope allowing for the Grid Road to be shifted to the North • Increasing the buffer zone between the Grid Road and the back doors of Sage Pointe Lane

Our understanding is the current lack of space; tight tolerances and restricted traffic flow along West Kalamalka Lake Road (WKLR) are primary factors which supported the requirement for diverting traffic to the proposed new Grid Road. Also, an existing limited space restriction on WKLR restrict future development for improved traffic flow; and does not allow room for road improvements, nor for necessary additions such as road shoulders, bike and walking paths. It is understood the existing lack of space and need to improve traffic flow were contributing factors in planning the Grid Road project.

1 183 Sage Pointe Lane Owners: Reference Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kalmalaka Road (Grid Road Project) The concept of moving the traffic to another location is only effective if we are not duplicating these elements of limited space nor introducing additional problems and concerns to a new location.

Utilizing the allocated 25 meters, which parallels Sage Pointe Lane and the seed farm fence for the Grid Road, will result in a roadway being virtually on top of our front door steps. This project will introduce traffic concerns, encroachment issues and ongoing problems respective to a major 100 vehicle per hour plus, grid road system being within extremely close proximity to our residential complex. It is hopeful that other options may exist or could be considered at this time:

Option One: consideration to increase the existing 25 meter corridor (adjacent to Sage Pointe Lane) by obtaining additional frontage along the south side of Seed Farm fenced area.

Option Two: offering the seed farm a land switch with the existing 25 meters next to Sage Pointe Lane for the natural break within the seed farm boundary which is in close proximity to the proposed Grid Road location (refer to photo figure 9 on page 7)

Choosing one of these options would adequately address the needs of both the Municipality and the adjacent home owners who will be impacted the most by this project.

We are hopeful the Municipality has considered, or will take into consideration the options, factors and issues raised in this correspondence at all stages of the Grid Road Project.

It is recognized the preliminary design work has been recently commissioned and the public consultation process will not take place for two to three months or until the design work is 40 to 50% completed. However our immediate concern, as effected homeowners, is the ability to provide valuable public input within a timely manner at the initial stages of the project; and we also request the opportunity for input on Design elements specific to buffer zones adjacent to our property if this project goes forward.

The majority of Sage Pointe Lane owners have been consulted and provided input in regards to the above noted concerns;

Ken & Pat Andrews Unit 101 Sara, Ken & Colleen Upton Unit 106 Awaiting response - unsold Unit 102 Andre & Heila Smith Unit 107 Craig & Jan Tomash Unit 103 Awaiting response - unsold Unit 108 Dan & Ada Yan Unit 104 Awaiting response - unsold Unit 109 David & Sonja Farrell Unit 105 Awaiting response Unit 110

Note: The following five pages depict photographs of the Sage Pointe Development and the 25 meter corridor for the Grid Road Project which is directly adjacent to our property. This 25 meters lies between our laneway and the Forestry Seed Farm Fence encompassing the entire track of land, with no additional buffer area available. The fifth page also shows a scanned survey plan of the Sage Pointe Lane Strata Complex.

Thank you for your consideration on this matter. We look forward to your response and if required an opportunity for the Sage Pointe Lane owners to attend an upcoming Council Meeting in regards to the Grid Road Project.

2 184 Sage Pointe Lane Owners: Reference Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kalmalaka Road (Grid Road Project)

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3 185 Sage Pointe Lane Owners: Reference Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kalmalaka Road (Grid Road Project)

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4 186 Sage Pointe Lane Owners: Reference Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kalmalaka Road (Grid Road Project)

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5 187 Sage Pointe Lane Owners: Reference Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kalmalaka Road (Grid Road Project)

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6 188 Sage Pointe Lane Owners: Reference Highway 97 Connection - College Drive to Kalmalaka Road (Grid Road Project)

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NORTH OKANAGAN

MEMBER MUNICIPALITIES: ELECTORAL AREAS: CITY OF ARMSTRONG VILLAGE OF LUMBY ■e" - SWAN LAKE "E'-CHERRYVILLE DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM TOWNSHIP OF SPALLUMCHEEN 'C'-B.X. DISTRICT "F'-ENDERBY (RURAL) CITYOFENDERBY CITYOFVERNON ■O" - LUMBY (RURAL)

OFFICE OF: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OUR FILE No.: 3045.03.05 March 4, 2009 D lU District of Coldstream MAR - 5 2009 9901 Kalamalka Road Coldstream, BCV1B1L6 DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM Dear Mayor and Council;

Re: invitation to the Regional Growth Strategy Elected Officials' Forum

The Regional District of North Okanagan will be hosting an Elected Officials' Forum at the date and time set out below as the public kick-off of the Regional Growth Strategy. The Elected Officials' Forum will introduce and familiarize participants with the Regional Growth Strategy process, as well as provide a venue to explore key issues and challenges of regional growth as identified by the participants.

Please note that this invitation for the Elected Officials' Forum is extended to ait elected officials and Chief Administrative Officers for their participation in this event. As well at your discretion, please extend this invitation to your key staff members. Therefore, we respectfully request that you mark this date and time for attendance at the Forum to provide your input.

The purpose of the Elected Officials' Forum is to provide an early forum for all elected officials and key staff to meet and discuss:

• Refining the Vision Statement; • Exploring the Growth Issues; and • Sharing ideas about the future of the region.

The Elected Officials' Forum will focus upon providing opportunities for meaningful discussion between participants related to refining the regional vision, exploring growth issues, setting goals and objectives, and discussing the future of the Region. These facilitated discussions will centre upon respect, listening, learning, and understanding with the goal of consensus-building.

The results of these discussions will be essential in framing the objectives, goals, vision, policies and growth issues throughout the process. A summary of the discussion emerging from the forum will be presented to the Regional Board outlining the results of exploring the key issues, as well as the identified growth issue objectives and goals. ...Page 2

0 ABERDEEN OFFICE □ DOWNTOWN OFFICE □ ARENAS 9848 Aberdeen Road 3rd Floor, 3105 - 33rd Street 3445-43rd Avenue Coldstream, BC V1B2K9 Vernon.BC V1T9P7 Vernon.BC V1T8P5 Phone: 250-550-3700 Phone: 250-550-3702 Phone: 250-542-5623 Fax: 250-550-3701 Fax: 250-550-3703 Fax: 250-542-5708 Web: www.rdno.ca Web: www.rdno.ca Web: www.rdno.ca E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected] 191 File No.: 3045.03.05 Dated: March 4, 2009 Page 2

To this end, an Elected Officials' Forum has been scheduled for:

Date: ApriM6th, 2009 Time: 5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. [buffet dinner will be served at 5:00 p.m.] Place: Prestige Hotel and Conference Centre 4411 32nd Street, Vernon, BC V1T9G8

This forum is essential to providing your input as the basis for government to government collaboration and coordination within the Regional Growth Strategy process.

Please indicate the number of attendees for your group to: Anthony Kittel, Regional Growth Strategy Coordinator at [email protected]: or Paddy Juniper, Executive Clerk, Development Services at [email protected].

Yours sincerely,

"Anthony Kittel "-*>. Regional Growth Strategy C66fi3ln5tor AK/pj OMIO'3^

BRITISH COLUMBIA 'Ifcc ik« i'Lv.-c on iu\nh hl™;v RcatlNowlU. BACKGROUNDER 2009OTP0040-000263 Office of the Premier March 2, 2009 Ministry of Education

PROVINCE HONOURS B.C. TEACHERS FOR EXCELLENCE

Twenty teachers from around the province are being honoured with Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence for their dedication to students and student learning. Aboriginal Learning - Kevin Kaiser. Kelowna

Kevin Kaiser teaches English 8 and 9 at Dr. Knox Middle school in Kelowna (SD 23), where he developed a new course called First Nations English 9, which introduces students to First Nations authors and explores al 1 cultures at the school. He invites First Nations authors and presenters to the school so students see First Nations people in a positive light, and has introduced a mentoring program for Aboriginal youth in the district.

In addition, he leads free workshops for the community on topics including cultural sensitivity and the unique needs of First Nations learners, and uses technology to engage and inspire his students; for example, he asks students to make videos, which are then posted on the class's personal YouTube page. Aboriginal Learning - Rosamund Latvala. Gold River Rosamund Latvala teaches at Ray Watkins Elementary and Gold River Secondary schools (SD 84), where she has made a difference in the local Aboriginal community, both as an adult educator and teacher in the K-12 system. She started a First Nations language program at the elementary school and supports its delivery by mentoring Aboriginal education assistants and speakers. She has also helped the district develop its Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement and a board-authorized First Nations language program for the secondary school.

She has worked with teachers, support staff and administration to enhance Aboriginal student achievement by playing a vital role in the start up of an on-reserve day care and preschool and developing a versatile adult education program - in partnership with North Island College - that caters to the specific goals of the First Nations people. In addition, she worked with staff at the elementary school to deliver a free hot lunch program to help students in Gold River achieve their best at school. Beginning Teacher — Mali Bain, North Vancouver

Mali Bain teaches at Bodwell Secondary school in North Vancouver (SD 44), where she uses a variety of methods to promote learning and reignite a spirit of altruism and goodwill in her students. She has established friendship links with three schools in Kenya that involve travelling to Kenya with students to do volunteer work and raise funds for scholarships for Kenyan students. She has her students create their own 100 Mile Diet meals while learning about environmental sustainability and food security, and has started several school clubs, including a volunteer club. She also pursues professional development opportunities, sharing what she learns and encouraging other teachers to do the same, and volunteers outside of the classroom by working at a soup kitchen and serving with Canadian Teachers Without Borders.

193 -2- Beginning Teacher - Colin Reid, Vancouver

Colin Reid teaches Drafting and Grad Transitions at Vancouver Technical Secondary school (SD 39), where he encourages his students to embrace new challenges and opportunities; two of his students recently received full scholarships to attend a Digital Media Summer Camp. He uses technology to integrate hands-on skills with cutting-edge 3D software, and organizes an annual field trip tour of a local electronic arts business.

In developing the school's grad transitions program, he created a website to connect Grade 12 students and support them in their work, and he participated in a collaborative research project that helped improve his students' marks by 26 per cent. He also adjusts and tailors his classes to best meet his students' needs.

Community Engagement - Sharon Mackenzie, Coldstream

Sharon Mackenzie teaches grades 5-7 at Kidston Elementary school in Coldstream (SD 22), where she finds creative ways to connect her students to the community, including developing a program that allows students to interact with local seniors on a daily basis through art, writing and other activities. She has created job-shadow opportunities for her students to learn about future careers, and believes in hands-on learning that goes beyond the classroom.

She played a key role in developing a nature centre that is used by the public and all of the elementary schools in the district, and founded and served on the board of the Okanagan Science Centre.

Community Engagement - Marc Pelech, Surrey

Marc Pelech teaches Visual and Media Arts at Sullivan Heights Secondary school in Surrey (SD 36), where he creates a culture of student achievement and community engagement through student participation in civic art projects. His students worked with the BC Dairy Foundation on a "Drink More Milk" campaign, and are working with city managers on local beautification and cultural celebration projects. His students have also created a sustainable online resource for art teachers, parents and students interested in applied art partnerships.

He has been a leader in the school and community, serving on the board of the Surrey Arts Council and the school's audiovisual standards committee where he regularly provides in-service instruction for teachers on media arts. He has been honoured for his contributions by the local city council, board of education, Lieutenant Governor and Governor General.

Community Engagement - Chris Seppelt. Port Coquitlam

Chris Seppelt teaches Religion, Social Justice and Advanced Placement Art History at Archbishop Carney Secondary school in Port Coquitlam (SD 43). To help his students understand good citizenship, he has supported their volunteering at a Downtown Eastside soup kitchen and at the Crabtree Comer family services centre. He has introduced students to local leaders, politicians and decision-makers to illustrate the role of politics in social change, and has supported social justice causes at home and abroad, including leading fundraising drives for African AIDS orphans and Covenant House.

He also inspires students to make a lifelong commitment to those less fortunate; he leads an annual spring break trip to the Bronx, NY where students volunteer at a family homeless shelter, and inspires student-led outreach for causes such as housing and awareness of the genocide in Darfur. -3-

Distributed Learning - John Goldsmith, Chilliwack

John Goldsmith teaches grades 11 and 12 at the Fraser Valley Distance Education School in Chilliwack (SD 33), where he created one of the first virtual classrooms in the province and effectively adapts new technologies and skills to use with his students. Over the past 12 years, he has presented at nearly every distance learning conference in B.C. and Alberta, readily giving his time and advice to other teachers and supporting provincial organizations, such as LearnNow BC and the BC Social Studies Teachers' Association.

He maintains a blog about new and innovative online resources for teachers, leads weekly training sessions for newly enrolled students, and also leads a team within the school to improve the school's websites, share new technologies and mentor new staff.

Environmental Awareness - Patricia Fushtev, Agassiz

Patricia Fushtey teaches grades 3 and 4 at Kent Elementary school in Agassiz (SD 78), where she helped develop the School Garden Project, which has community and environmental goals, including supporting carbon neutrality, promoting environmental awareness and stewardship, and providing hands-on learning activities for students. As part of this project, she also created a partnership with the University College of the Fraser Valley to receive help from landscape design students and to incorporate curriculum learning outcomes within the project activities.

She engages the school and community in a river clean-up project, embeds First Nations culture into environmental activities, and shares her knowledge and passion for the environment through working with the Green Legacy Society to address local environmental issues.

Healthy Living/PE and Coaching - Karen Blake. Vancouver

Karen Blake teaches Physical Education, Science, and Health and Careers at David Thompson Secondary school in Vancouver (SD 39). She sponsors and coaches school and community sports teams, and participates on the staff nutrition committee, which promotes healthy food choices for students, staff and parents.

She models healthy behaviour by biking to work and participating in recreational sports. She also leads school activities that promote health and wellbeing, including Jump Rope for Heart, and runs a two-day social responsibility conference to engage students in the idea of connecting with self; this includes addressing topics, such as body image, bullying and online safety.

Lifetime Achievement - Dean Doghertv, Courtenav

Dean Dogherty teaches Science and Psychology 12 at Georges P. Vanier Secondary school in Courtenay (SD 71), where he uses innovative approaches, including hands-on activities, field trips and guest speakers to engage his students. He shaves his extensive knowledge of children with special needs with schools, parents and communities, and has won an award for his use of technology to support students with special needs in the classroom.

He helped develop Science 9, Psychology 12 and Technology 11 curricula, and serves as a leader and role model as the school's athletic director, grad sponsor and coach of the soccer and cross-country running teams. He also coaches hockey and soccer in the community.

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Lifetime Achievement - Zaitun Mahedi, Vancouver

Zaitun Mahedi teaches sciences at Crofton House School in Vancouver (SD 39), where she serves as a role model for students and beginning teachers, and inspires students to embrace learning with a positive, open mind. She believes in embracing each student's individuality and promoting the growth of the whole child.

She encourages collaboration and initiates working relationships with others in the school and community, including parents. She also fosters students' leadership and mentoring skills; one way she accomplishes this is through having Grade 12 students hold science lab events for younger students.

Lifetime Achievement-Don Morrison, Victoria

Don Morrison teaches at Spencer Middle school in Victoria (SD 62), where he embraces the unique needs and challenges of students with social, emotional, physical and intellectual difficulties and works to ensure they get a high-quality education.

He has brought in new programs for students, including cross-grade literacy and numeracy blocks for students who struggle in these courses, and a gifted program for students who excel. He has created a Learning Centre that is open to all students who need extra assistance and works with parents and classroom teachers to help them maximize the potential of each student. He works to ensure the Special Education Department runs smoothly, and pursues professional development opportunities and serves as a resource to his colleagues.

Literacy - Paula Nannery, Vancouver

Paula Nannery teaches English 12 at St. Patrick Regional Secondary school in Vancouver (SD 39). Her leadership has increased enrolment in her course from 65 to 90 per cent in a school where English is not the first language spoken in more than half of the students' homes.

She helped establish advanced-placement English courses outside of her regular teaching duties, and has introduced a mandatory reading program that continues to be the backbone of the school's Language Arts program. In addition, she is part of the curriculum development groups for the Ministry of Education and the Western Canadian English Curriculum Consortium, and ensures that she is in touch frequently with parents to provide updates on achievement and to involve them in their children's education.

School Leadership - Paul (PJ) Lavoie. Surrey

Paul Lavoie teaches at Johnston Heights Secondary school in Surrey (SD 36), where he coordinates two major drama productions each year and also works with the cafeteria staff to produce a dinner theatre event. As a Student Leadership teacher and student council coordinator, he encourages students and parents to be leaders in the community, and has worked with the school's model United Nations team, which recently attended its first conference.

He helps foster social and personal responsibility at the school by working on events and activities, such as the Terry Fox Run, spirit weeks, breast cancer awareness, the student newspaper, a school song, blood drives, and coordinating school dances. He also supports and mentors new teachers in his role as department head, works with teachers on spirit-building activities, and recently piloted a Relationship Always Matters project that involves staff and the entire student body at the school. -5-

School Leadership - Avi Luxenburg, Courtenay

Avi Luxenburg teaches Information Technology at North Island Distance Education school in Courtenay (SD 71), where he has worked with staff, parents and community members to develop a program for gifted learners, and has recently integrated Social Studies, English and Information Technology into a new Humanities 9 course. He has shown initiative and innovation by bringing new ideas to his colleagues and to parents, including developing tutorials and fostering professional development.

He created the first student council for the online school, and is supporting council members in building a sense of community through contests, clubs and online drama productions. He also spends time coaching parents face-to-face to help them better use the software for electronic PAC meetings and has created an online forum for parents to help them better understand the online world in which their children are learning.

School Leadership - Sherry Stade. Kamloops

Sherry Stade teaches Leadership and Physical Education at Valley view Secondary school in Kamloops (SD 73), where she encourages students to become leaders in their school and community, and has played a key role in creating a student mentorship program at the school, while being a mentor for younger teachers.

She leads events and activities that engage parents and. the broader community and invests countless hours in extra-curricular activities with her students, including organizing and hosting leadership conferences for students from across B.C. She also works to improve existing courses and to create a number of new ones, including a PE class for girls who do not excel in traditional athletics.

Skills Training and Career Prep - Susan Atwood, West Vancouver

Susan Atwood teaches Work Experience and Grad Transitions at Rockridge Secondary school in West Vancouver (SD 45), where she helps coordinate work placements among students; six years ago, there were no work placements, and now there are more than 150 each year. She supports her students to build networks and connections in the community, to experience success and make informed choices for their futures as she works with them on their successful transition from the classroom to the workplace.

She serves on provincial committees, receives ongoing professional development and shares her learning with colleagues. She also works with police, youth workers, drug and alcohol counsellors, and community members to organize parent information sessions and presentations to the local Chamber of Commerce and the school's Parent Advisory Council.

Skills Training and Career Prep - Roger Conrod. Victoria

Roger Conrod teaches Carpentry and Career Prep at Lambrick Park Secondary school in Victoria (SD 61), where his advanced woodworking class has formed its own company that operates outside school hours. He encourages students to explore a range of training opportunities and many graduates from his programs are now operating successful businesses.

He engages parents, local business owners and dignitaries in the life of the school by developing solid relationships and bringing in guest speakers who give his students a view of the real world.

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Skills Training and Career Prep - Karen Larsen, Langley Karen Larsen teaches Planning 10 and Grad Transitions 12 at R.E. Mountain Secondary school in Langley (SD 35), where she works with students to set and meet individual goals that relate to their unique strengths and abilities. She also works with colleagues to set up research assignments and encourages other staff to commit time and expertise to the school's career program.

She has provided thousands of career-preparation placements for students over the years and works with students, parents and employers before, during and after work-placement and apprenticeship experiences. She serves as an advisor for student teachers and shares her expertise with her colleagues. She also plans, organizes and leads a two-day Healthy Living and Career Opportunities Conference that involves all staff at the school and allows students to explore the opportunities available to them.

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This message is to advise you that the Board of the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation has declined your request for funding related to Kalamalka Lake Lagoon Restoration project. This email is simply designed to provide all proponents of advance notice of the Board's decision so that they can make the appropriate plans.

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Irma Breitkreutz foU: \le\0-n From: Allison Boyd [[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, March 11, 2009 1:30 PM Subject: MFA Credit Rating, 'AAA' affirmed by all three agencies Attachments: Chair Frank Leonard Memo March 11.pdf; Moodys Press Release 2009.pdf; S&P Press Release 2009.pdf; Fitch Rating 2009.pdf

TO: Municipal Mayor & Council

Regional District Chair & Directors

Today, we received a statement from Standard & Poor's that our 'AAA', outlook stable is affirmed.

This follows on the recent announcements by both Moody's and Fitch of the triple A status for the MFA.

Please find attached a letter and press releases from our three agencies.

This is exceptionally good news during these challenging times.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Chair Frank Leonard c/o District of Saanich: 250-475-5510

Robin Stringer, CAO 250-380-0432 ext: 222

Thank you,

Allison Boyd Executive Assistant

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205 3/12/2009 206 MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY of British Columbia M-m-o o 737 FORT STREET, VICTORIA, BC V8W2V1 CANADA TELEPHONE (250) 383-1181 FAX (250) 384-3000 E-MAIL [email protected] WEBSITE www.mfa.bc.ca

TO: Municipal Mayor & Council Regional District Chair & Directors

From: Chair Frank Leonard Robin Stringer, CAO

Re: MFA Credit Ratings - "Triple A", "Triple Crown"

Date: March 11, 2009

We are very pleased to advise that ali three of our credit rating agencies have affirmed our triple A status. Press releases are attached and credit reports will be posted on our website.

Today, Standard & Poor's issued their press release, affirming the 'AAA' credit with outlook "stable". Several factors were cited, including: "The Authority's credit strength comes from the financial strength of BC municipalities" and, "...a strong legal framework in which the Authority borrows on behaif of the members".

Moody's Investor Services and Fitch Ratings issued their reports on March 3, 2009.

Our ratings are the highest attainable and the confirmation contributes to investor confidence and in turn, our ability to raise capital in these very challenging financial markets.

On behaif of the MFA, we congratulate you on your sound fiscal policies that underscore our success.

Chair Frank Leonard Municipal Finance Authority of BC c/o District of Saanich: 250-475-5510

Robin Stringer, Chief Administrative Officer Municipal Finance Authority of BC 250-380-0432 ext: 222

207 208 Global Credit Research Announcement

Moodv'f Investors Service 9 MAR 2009

Announcement: Municipal Fin. Authority of British Columbia

Moody's Issues Annual Report on Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia Toronto, March 09,2009 - In its annual report on the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia (MFABC), Moody's Investors Service says that the Authority's Aaa rating reflects a strong institutional framework and substantial liquidity. Moody's also assigns a Prime-1 (P-1) rating to MFABC's commercial paper program.

"Significant bondholder security is provided by a strong institutional framework, which includes the joint and several liability of members of regional districts that borrow from MFABC as well as the unlimited taxing powers on alt taxable properties in the province of British Columbia," says Moody's Senior Vice President David Rubinoff, lead analyst for MFABC and co-author of the report. Moreover, as in other Canadian provinces, the Province of British Columbia exercises a high degree of oversight over municipal financial activities, resulting in strong municipal financial performance and balance sheets.

MFABC's Aaa rating is also supported by substantial liquidity. The Authority's total cash and investments measured CAD 1.5 billion at December 31, 2008, equivalent to roughly 25% of total debt outstanding. The Municipal Finance Authority Act of British Columbia requires (hat MFABC's clients make contributions to a Debt Reserve Fund, which would provide liquidity in the event of non-payment by a participating municipality. In its history, MFABC has never had to rely on the Debt Reserve Fund as all clients have made required payments when due.

MFABC is a non-share capital corporation that was created in 1970 by the Canadian province of British Columbia. MFABC acts as the central borrowing agency for financing capital requirements of municipalities and regional districts, including hospital districts, in British Columbia.

Toronto David Rubinoff Senior Vice President International Public Finance Moody's Canada Inc. (416)214-1635

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Rationale On March 11, 2009, Standard & Poor's Ratings Services affirmed its ratings, including the 'AAA' long-term issuer credit and senior unsecured debt ratings, on the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia (MFABC or the authority) based on a history of strong operating growth and financial strength of the British Columbia (B.C.) municipal sector, solid liquidity, and a strong legal framework. The outlook is stable. In our opinion, the ratings on the MFABC reflect the following factors: • The B.C. municipal sector's operating revenue growth continued to be strong in 2007. Aggregate operating revenues rose 7% in the year. The increase was in line with the long-term average of 7.3% for the 2002-2007 period. We expect operating revenue growth rates to be close to historical norms for 2008 and 2009. Growth in 2009 could be muted if municipal councils endeavor to cushion slowing local economies by levying lower tax increases. • The authority's credit strength comes from the financial strength of B.C. municipalities. Overall, they have very strong liquidity levels, moderate debt burdens, strong long-term operating and after-capital financial results and benefit from stable support from the provincial government. In 2007, the aggregate operating surplus represented 23% of total operating revenues and the total after-capital results were balanced. We do not expect any major change in financial results for 2008 or 2009. • Liquidity support is solid. The authority maintains an on-demand, nonrevocable bank facility of C$300 million, and two C$250 million bank lines backstopping its commercial paper program. In addition, the sinking and debt reserve funds are available for liquidity purposes in the event of market disruption. Those funds totaled C$1.5 billion at the end of 2008. • There is a strong legal framework in which MFABC borrows on behalf of members. The framework provides for mandatory debt service reserve' contributions by obligors at the time of borrowing, the ability to establish sinking funds, and access to the local property tax base. The authority's statutory ability to access the property tax base for debt reserve fund replenishment creates a de facto joint and several liability among all municipal members. • The Province of British Columbia (AAA/Stable/A-1+) has a history of supporting its municipal sector. It continues to provide a high level of financial support, particularly for smaller and more rural municipalities that have a lower level of own-source revenues compared with those of urban municipalities. Furthermore, although instances of municipal

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financial distress are rare, the province has a record of timely- assistance when needed. We believe the following factors somewhat offset these credit strengths: • Given MFABC's debt issuance intentions, continued strong operating revenue growth is important, although it could be a challenge in 2009. Operating revenue growth and operating surpluses underpin the municipalities and authority's capacity to repay principal and interest costs. Strong operating revenue growth will help to keep MFABC's debt burden at levels consistent with the 'AAA' ratings. Maintaining high levels of operating growth could be problematic if the economic slowdown puts a lingering chill into property development and local economic expansion. • We expect debt to rise substantially from 2009 through to 2012. Debt outstanding (net of sinking funds), which stood at about C$4.5 billion at the end of 2008, is projected to increase to about C$6.4 billion by the end of 2012. As of the end of 2007, that debt's burden was modest at about 51% of aggregate operating revenues. With the substantial net new issuance, the authority's debt burden could rise to as high as 67%. • The loan portfolio has a substantial exposure to two key obligors. The Greater Vancouver Regional District and the related transportation authority (TransLink) represented more than 50% of total lending at the end of 2 0 08.

Outlook The stable outlook reflects our expectations that the B.C. municipal sector's total operating revenue will continue to rise in line with the average of the past five years, and that the sector's aggregate debt burden will remain comparable with those of 'AAA' rated municipalities outside the U.S. We expect new issuance should not exceed current expectations. Larger-than-expected borrowing, a material change in the authority's powers or business risk profile, or a significant sustained downturn of aggregate operating revenue growth would place downward pressure on ratings.

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Fitch Ratings-Chicago-24 February 2009: Fitch Ratings assigns an 'AAAf rating to the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia (MFABC), Canada's C$400 million, series DQ debenture, dated Nov. 20, 2008. Fitch also affirms the 'AAA' rating on MFABC's outstanding senior unsecured debt. The debentures are direct and unconditional unsecured obligations of MFABC. The Rating Outlook is Stable.

The 'AAA' rating is based on the strength of the authority's joint and several security of participating municipalities, which in practice obligates all municipalities in the province for debt service repayment; the authority's financial reserves, encompassing both MFABC resources and the reserves held by all constituent municipalities; and the authority's role in facilitating debt structuring and monitoring credit conditions of municipal borrowers.

The authority maintains the unconditional power to levy ad valorem taxes province-wide, without external approval, if a municipal borrower fails to meet its debt service payments. While the authority is not immune to the effects of the global economic downturn, expressed both economically, through slightly higher provincial unemployment rates, and financially, through dampened investment earnings, the authority has stepped up its already vigilant monitoring of municipal credit quality and maintains an impeccable record of debt repayment. The authority has never had a payment default from one of its borrowers nor has it needed to draw property taxes or fiscal reserves to cure a debt service deficiency in its 39-year histoiy.

MFABC's board and regional administrative districts consist of municipal representatives that carefully manage capital project planning and debt issuance to achieve low borrowing costs for local governments. Additionally, MFABC returns all excess earnings on investments to its borrowers, once sinking funds have earned enough to satisfy associated debt service requirements. This strategy effectively reduces borrowing costs, as sinking funds typically are large enough to cover one-third of principal.

MFABC is the borrowing vehicle for all municipalities and regional districts in the province and provides financing for general municipal projects, water and sewer infrastructure, and transportation. The joint and several pledge supporting MFABC's debt issuance requires all member governments to satisfy the obligations of a deficient borrower and ultimately requires the borrower to repay the authority for the deficiency. MFABC's sizable available liquidity includes C$1.1 billion from sinking fund set asides and debt service reserves of approximately C$101.3 million to deal with temporary payment interruptions. If any municipality cannot meet its payments, MFABC will draw on these unencumbered reserves. Although these fully unencumbered reserves are relatively modest, the authority also maintains a $200 million line of credit available for any short term disruption and its taxing ability province-wide ultimately counters any related risk.

A key component supporting MFABC's financial capacity is the economic strength of British Columbia, particularly within the Greater Vancouver region. With a 2008 estimated population of 4.4 million, provincial population growth was 5.5% since 2004, compared with 4.3% for Canada over the same period. After declining to 4.6% in 2006, the lowest unemployment rate for the province in three decades, unemployment has increased to 6.1% in January 2009, up from 4.1% in January 2008. The province has experienced some softness in construction-related activity and development cost charges with the global economic downturn. However, the housing market remains relatively resilient to date in part due to substantial barriers to home ownership and continued strong housing values.

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BOARD REPORT: MARCH 3, 2009

Okanagan Basin 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, 8C ViW HA WATER BOARD P 250.469.6271 l: 250.762.7011 Science. Management. Governance. „..„_ „„.„„„.„...._. „ . „ www.obwb.ca

OBWB Directors Okanagan Basin Water Board Meeting Highlights

Brian Given - Chair, Science for Long-term Water Management: Jim Mattison, Assistant City Councillor, Kelowna Deputy Minister and Comptroller of Water Rights at the BC Ministry Stu Wells - Vice Chair, of Environment, discussed the government's commitment to work Mayor, Osoyoos ing with the OBWB to complete Phase II of the Water Suppiy & Demand Project. The Project provides a scientific framework and James Baker - Mayor, management tools to support water supply decisions in the Lake Country Okanagan Basin, taking into account population growth, climate Doug Findlater - Mayor, change, land use, and preservation of the environment. Project District of West Kelowna partners include other federal and provincial ministries, the Okanagan Nation Alliance, UBC-Okanagan, SFU, the BC Agriculture Michael Brydon - Director, Regional District Okanagan- Council, and the Water Suppiy Association of BC. Similkameen, Area F Water Quality Advisories: The process for water quality advisories- Gordon Clark - Counciior, based primarily on turbidity levels—has previously raised concerns District of Summerland about message fatigue in some service areas and the need for other risk indicators. The Board recommended meeting with Rick Fairbairn - Director, Interior Health staff to discuss changes to the advisory process Regional District North Okanagan, Area D anticipated for the 2009 freshet.

Buffy Baumbrough - City Sustainable Water Strategy—Focus on Action: The Okanagan Councilor, Vernon Water Stewardship Council, a technical advisory body to the Board, is formalizing their 2009-10 work plan. The plan identifies the Gyula Kiss - Councilor, formation of 6 committees to work on the 45 actions identified in District of Coldstream the Okanagan Sustainable Water Strategy. The committees are Toby Pike - Chair, source protection, water supply & drought management, ground- Water Supply Association of water, water information management, water economics, and BC communication & outreach.

Tom Siddon - Chair, Water Conservation & Quality Improvement Grants: $676,000 in Okanagan Water Steward applications was submitted to the OBWB for the 2009 grant cycle; ship Council more than twice the available funding of $300,000. OBWB staff are Timothy Manuel - Chiefs' reviewing the applications and will make recommendations for Executive Council, Okanagan funding at the April OBWB meeting. Nation Alliance Increased Senior Government Funding to the Okanagan: The The next meeting of the OBWB has received an additional grant in March of up to $156,000 OBWB is scheduled for from the Canada-BC Water Supply Expansion Program to support 10am on April 7, 2009 at the completion of Phase II of the Water Supply & Demand Project. the Regional District of North Okanagan. For more information, please visit: www.OBWB.ca, 219 220 Jistrict of j^ DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM 2. MEMORANDUM

TO Mayor and Council FILE NO. 3900

FROM Bob Bibby, RBO DATE March 12,2009 Building Official

SUBJECT Firearms Regulation Bylaw No. 712.1978 Schedule "A" Amendment

1. Purpose

To amend Schedule "A" - Areas Closed to the Discharge of Firearms, as part of Firearms Regulation Bylaw No. 712, 1978.

2. Origin

Complaint received from a resident regarding hunting on Coldstream Ranch property in close proximity to residential development.

3. Background/Discussion

There has been significant growth in the district since the last adjustment to the boundaries of the areas closed to the discharge of firearms.

4. Conclusion

As a general housekeeping measure, it is proposed to amend the Schedule "A" map showing the areas closed to the discharge of firearms to include new residential developments, in particular Ravenscraig Townhouses, Aberdeen Village, the Ranchlands, and Whisper Ridge.

5. Recommendation

THAT the report titled Firearms Regulation Bylaw No, 712,1978 Schedule "A" Amendment, dated March 12, 2009, be received; Page 2

AND THAT Bylaw No. 1550, being District of Coldstream Firearms Regulation Bylaw No. 712,1978, Amendment Bylaw No. 1550, 2009, Amendment No. 3, Schedule "A" of "Firearms Regulation Bylaw No. 712, 1978", "Areas Closed to the Discharge of Firearms", by expansion of the closed area surrounding the Middleton Mountain area to include ail property north of Middleton Drive between Highway 6 and Aberdeen Road, except for Lot G Plan 11207; and to add the property north of Cypress Drive including the area known as the Ranchlands; and to include the Coldstream Meadows properties on Mackie Drive; and to include the lots within Strata Plan KAS2383 - Whisper Ridge, receive first, second and third reading.

Reviewed by Administrator

222 DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM

BYLAW NO. 1550,2009

A BYLAW TO AMEND SCHEDULE "A" OF THE "DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM FIREARMS REGULATION BYLAW NO. 712,1978"

WHEREAS the Council of the District of Coldstream have deemed it advisable to amend Schedule "A" of "Firearms Regulation Bylaw No. 712, 1978", "Areas Closed to the Discharge of Firearms";

The Council of the District of Coldstream in open meeting assembled ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:

1. This Bylaw may be cited as "DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM FIREARMS REGULATION BYLAWNO.712,1978, AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1550, 2009, AMENDMENT NO. 3".

2. Schedule "A" to Firearms Regulation Bylaw No. 712, 1978, being the "Areas Closed to the Discharge of Firearms", is amended by expanding the closed area surrounding the Middleton Mountain area to include all property north of Middleton Drive between Highway 6 and Aberdeen Road, except for Lot G Plan 11207; and to add the property north of Cypress Drive including the area known as the Ranchlands; and to include the Coldstream Meadows properties on Mackie Drive; and to include the lots within Strata Plan KAS2383 - Whisper Ridge.

3. This bylaw shall come into force and take effect upon the final reading and adoption thereof.

READ A FIRST TIME this day of 200

READ A SECOND TIME this day of 200

READ A THIRD TIME this day of 200

FINALLY PASSED, AND ADOPTED this day of 200

Corporate Officer Mayor

Schedule "A" Map attached

223 224 SCHEDULE 'A' District of Coidstream FIREARMS REGULATION BYLAW NO- 712,1978 as amended by Amending Bylaw No. 1175,1994 and Bylaw 1247,1993

COMI-ILKU ; hr* winl rm irnli Ifcta dn*1iq iHl^laf nn»iirih|idn-|>|, JV-rifJ*-! WiVJSID] -l~r-l.-m:.'^j- i.-;;'.-.-;-m - Uft- HW H *-<«!&■ NORTH OKANAGAN FEBRUARY 2009 DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM 226 DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM

BYLAW NO. 1546,2009

A BYLAW TO AUTHORIZE THE SHORT TERM CAPITAL BORROWING OF MONIES FOR PURCHASE OF PROPERTY AND FIRE HALL CONSTRUCTION,

WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Community Charter, the Council may contract a debt for any puipose of a capital nature, such debt not to exceed at any time a total amount equal to fifty dollars ($50.00) multiplied by the population of the municipality and may, by bylaw, without the assent of the electors, contract the debt by borrowing and make provision for the repayment of the debt and interest thereon;

AND WHEREAS the amount of the existing obligations of the municipality authorized under the Community Charter at the date hereof is zero ($0.00);

AND WHEREAS the Council deems it necessary to bon-ow the sum of $313,700 for the puipose of:

1. Completing the purchase of property located at 8002 Aberdeen Road in the amount of $100,000;

2. Assisting in financing the Aberdeen Road off-site works required for the new Coldstream Fire Hall in the amount of $177,700;

3. Assisting in financing the construction of a new roof on the old fire hall building in the amount of $36,000;

AND WHEREAS the approval of the Inspector of Municipalities has been obtained;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the District of Coldstream, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows:

1. This bylaw may be cited for all purposes as the "DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM SHORT . TERM CAPITAL BORROWING LOAN BYLAW NO. 1546, 2009".

2. The Council is hereby authorized and empowered to borrow upon the credit of the District of Coldstream the sum of THREE HUNDRED AND THIRTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED ($313,700) DOLLARS at such times as the same may be required for the purpose herein cited and to pay interest thereon.

227 3. There shall be raised and levied during the currency of the obligation hereby created a rate sufficient therefore over and above all other rates upon all land and improvements subject to taxation for general municipal purposes in the municipality for the repayment of the principal in the respective years the amount as follows, together with the payment of interest thereon:

YEAR PRINCIPAL

2009 $62,700 2010 $62,700 2011 $62,700 2012 $62,700 2013 $62,700

4. The Mayor and Director of Financial Administration of the District of Coldstream are hereby authorized to do all necessary things to cany out the intent of this bylaw.

5. This bylaw shall come into force and take effect from the date of adoption.

READ a first time this 9lh day of February 2009

READ a second time this 9th day of February 2009

READ a third time this 9th day of February 2009

RECEIVED APPROVAL of the Inspector of Municipalities on this 18th day of March 2009

FINALLY PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2009

Municipal Clerk Mayor