DISTRICT OF T A Y L O R Taylor Times
January 2014 edition Mayor Jarvis, Council, and Staff would like to wish you and yours a very Happy New Year!
CERTIFIED RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL
I hereby certify that Resolution #179/2013 was passed by Council at the November 5, 2013 Regular Meeting of Council.
District Office Hours of Operation Melany de Weerdt, Director Finance
Resolution #179/2013 Moved By Councillor Filmer Seconded By Councillor Ponto
“THAT, the Municipal Hall hours of operations be changed from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm to 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays, effective January 1, 2014.” Carried
M. de Weerdt, Acting Administrator
What’s Going on Around Taylor?
B-I-N-G-O
Upcoming Bingo Dates
January 17th, 2014 New Year Bingo February 14th, 2014 Valentines Day Bingo
When: 7:00 -9:00pm Where: Taylor Community Hall Ages: All ages (under 19 must be accompanied by an adult) **Please Note: Dates are subject to change**
Winter Sleigh Rides Indoor Floor Hockey Where: Taylor Community Hall Saturday January 11th When: Monday nights 1-3pm 6:30 – 8:00pm : Children under 15 8:00 - 9:30pm: Over 15/adults Taylor Community Hall
Beginners Tai Chi Winter Walking Club Wednesdays 10:15—11:30am Where: Taylor Community Hall Where: Taylor Community Hall Cost : $8.00 per session
When: 8:00am—1:00 pm (Seniors reduced rate) Register at the District Office
For more information about a program or event. Please contact Laura Prosko, Community Services Director, at 250-789-3392 or email: [email protected]
A Message from the District of Taylor
The District of Taylor is pleased to announce that we have finalized a Community Agreement with BC Hydro on the proposed Site C project. This document sets out the terms of the Agreement between BC Hydro and Taylor, should the Project proceed. Mayor, Council and Staff have worked very hard to ensure that any adverse effects of the project would be mitigated and that both Taylor and the region would be left better off after the construction, than before.
A public meeting will be held at the Municipal Hall located at 10007 100 A Street—on January 7th, 2014. It will commence at 5:00pm and will discuss the Agreement and answer any questions you may have.
We look forward to seeing you then.
Charlette McLeod Administrator New Years Resolution’s!
Top 40 Resolutions for 2014
1. Read more books 2. Save more money 3. Lose weight 4. Redecorate 5. Take better photos 6. Go travelling 7. Sell old unwanted stuff 8. Buy a tablet 9. Organize photos 10. Do something for charity 11. Spend more time w/ kids 12. Buy the paper 13. Less TV time 14. Connect my computer to my TV 15. Leave work on time 16. Less time on Facebook 17. Revamp wardrobe 18. Try a new hairstyle 19. Get a six pack 20. Eat less chocolate 21. Socialize more in real life 22. Drink less alcohol 23. Start my own business 24. Drink less coffee from big chains 25. Quit smoking 26. Tell someone your feelings for them 27. Gain a promotion 28. Learn how to use Twitter 29. Watch less reality TV 30. Text people less 31. Save relationship's 32. Run a half marathon or a full 33. Try a new sport 34. Meet online friends in real life 35. De-Clutter 36. Cut people out of your life 37. Volunteer 38. Meal Plan 39. Organize vehicle 40. Plan and budget a vacation 8 Tips to make your New Year’s Resolutions Stick! 1. First make a realistic plan or expecta- tion. Set short and long term goals 2. Once you have your plan flushed out get support. Work as a team. 3. Reward yourself. Maybe a relaxing treat or new wardrobe 4. Get rid of your inner-critic. No mental self battery 5. Don’t go to extremes. No all or nothing thinking (Baby steps) 6. Ask yourself, “What needs to change in my life to reach my goals?”. Trouble shoot 7. Ask yourself, “How will my life change if I am successful in meeting my goals?”. Think of the positive 8. Dig Deep… Are you being a good role model? Winter Sleigh Rides January 11th, 2014!
Join us Saturday January 11th, 2014 for our District of Taylor Winter Sleigh Rides! Located at the Taylor Community Hall From 1pm to 3pm Tickets will be given out to residents of Taylor in the Taylor Community Hall. Hot chocolate and goodies will be served in the Hall. Please join us for some winter fun! Any questions call Community Services at the District of Taylor office—250.789.3392. *Sleigh rides will be cancelled if temperatures are below –15 C.
Short Stories
The Child and His Mother A curious child asked his mother, “ Mommy why some of your hairs turning grey?” The mother tried to use this occasion to teach her child , “It is because of you, dear. Every bad action of yours will turn one of my hairs grey!” The child replied innocently, “Now I know why Grandma has only grey hairs on her head!”
Funny Airport! After his return from Rome, Will couldn’t find his luggage at the airport in the baggage area. He went to the lost luggage office and told the woman there that his bags hadn’t shown up on the carousel. She smiled and told him not to worry because they were trained professionals and he was in good hands. Then she asked Will, “Has your plane arrived yet?”
Elephant The class teacher asked the students to name an animal that begins with an “E”. One boy says “Elephant”. Then the teacher asks for an animal that begins with a “T”. The same boy says, “Two Elephants”. The teacher sends the boy to the side of the class to pay closer attention. After that, she asks for an animal beginning with “M”. The boy shouts from the side of the room “Maybe an Elephant!”
Santa made a special appearance at the Taylor Arena in December 2013! Here are some photos from the day! Thanks Santa!
More Santa Photos!
Santa also dropped by the District of Taylor office during December 2013!
Santa and Mayor Jarvis
Santa visiting Charlette and Troy Taylor Times Community Recipes
Maria’s Perogy Casserole
9 lasagne noodles, uncooked 4 cups hot mashed potatoes 1/2 cup (1/2 of 250-g tub) Philadelphia Herb & Garlic Cream Cheese Spread
6 green onions, thinly sliced 1 pkg. (80 g) fully cooked bacon pieces, divided 1/2 cup of cubed cooked ham 1/2 cup of cooked onions (cook with bacon) 2 cups Kraft Double Cheddar Shredded Cheese, divided
HEAT oven to 375°F. COOK noodles as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, com- bine mashed potatoes, cream cheese spread, onions, 1/2 cup bacon and 1 cup cheddar. PLACE 3 noodles in 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; cover with 1/3 of the potato mixture. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining bacon and Cheddar; cover. BAKE 30 min. or until heated through. Uncover; bake 3 to 5 min. or until Cheddar is lightly browned. Let stand 10 min. before cutting to serve.
Serving Suggestion Serve with a mixed green salad tossed with your favourite dressing. How to Make the Mashed Potatoes Peel 2 lb./900 g (about 4) baking potatoes; add to large saucepan of boiling water. Cook 20 to 25 min. or until tender. Drain potatoes, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Return potatoes to pan; mash until smooth. For extra creamy potatoes, add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water to the pota- toes when mashing them. Substitute For a change of pace, substitute cottage cheese for the mashed potatoes. Taylor Times Community Recipes
Healthy grab and go breakfast cookies
3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. kosher salt 2 tbsp. butter, softened
1/4 cup brown sugar 3 tbsp. sugar
1 egg 1/2 cup applesauce
1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 cup oats
1/2 cup cereal flakes (Note: I used Special K brand, but bran flakes would be good as well)
1/3 cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup chocolate chips
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together the flours, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium-sized bowl.
3. Combine the butter and sugars in a bowl and beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add egg, applesauce, and vanilla, and beat until well combined. Add flour mixture and beat until well combined. With a rubber spatula, fold in the oats, ce- real flakes, cranberries, and chocolate chips until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
4. Score the dough into four equal portions and, using wet hands, form three dough balls from each fourth, for a total of 12 cookies.
5. Place dough balls evenly spaced on the prepared cookie sheet. Using wet hands, slightly flatten each dough ball, as cookies will not spread as they bake.
6. Bake for approximately 14 minutes or until cookies are light brown and soft.
7. Let them rest on the cookie sheet for 10 minutes, and then transfer to cooling rack to cool com- pletely.
Enjoy!
Taylor Times Community Recipes
Sticky Drumstick Recipe for the Slow Cooker!
(kids love this recipe)
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 hours Total Time: 10 hours, 15 minutes Yield: Serves 8-10 Ingredients:
2 tsp. salt 1 Tbsp. paprika 2 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. thyme leaves
1 tsp. white pepper 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. black pepper 4 lbs. chicken drumsticks, skinned 1 Chopped onion
Preparation:
In a small bowl, thoroughly combine salt and all the spices. Rub the spice mixture into the chicken, skin side and bone side, making sure it is evenly distributed and pressed down deep into the skin. Place in a resealable plastic bag, seal, place in a baking pan to catch any drips, and refrigerate overnight. Place the onions in the bottom of a 4 quart crockpot and top with the chicken and spices. Cook on low for 8-12 hours until very tender. If you have a newer crockpot, the chicken will most likely be done in 6-7 hours. Check with a food thermometer - the temperature should be 165 degrees F.
With the new year comes the opportunity for a fresh start. For many people, this means leading a healthier lifestyle and losing weight. If this is your goal, follow these seven tips to stay on track.
1. Find Your Motivation
What is motivating you to lose weight? Do you want to look better in your clothes, feel more energetic, or simply im- prove your health? Get clear about what you want, and then use that to inspire you throughout your journey.
2. Have a Plan
If you were to go on a long road trip, you wouldn't just jump in the car and go. If you did, you'd arrive hungry, tired, and fatigued. That's the same way you'd feel if you jumped into a whole new lifestyle with no planning. Before January 1st arrives, outline the changes you want to implement and decide how you'll fit them into your schedule. Keep in mind that it may be best to take steps rather than tackle everything at once.
3. Make Goals
Goals help measure progress. If you don't know where you want to end up, you won't really know how to get there. When making your goals, you need to make SMART goals.
4. Track What You Eat
Looking closely at what you eat is often an eye-opening experience. You don't have to do it for the rest of your life, but it is a great habit to start. Tracking will help you tweak your diet so that you can still en- joy foods you love without sabotaging your weight loss or healthy eating efforts.
5. Use Reliable Resources
It may be tempting to try a fad diet, but these are usually unrealistic, difficult to maintain, and some- times even dangerous. Instead, find a reliable source of information to help you understand nutrition.
6. Eat Breakfast Every Day
Surely you've heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is! Eat a big healthy break- fast as early as possible. It will give you more energy, lead you to make healthier choices during the day, and keep you feeling full so you eat less later on.
7. Fill Up on Vegetables
Vegetables are filled with nutrients, water, fiber, and very few calories. If you fill half of your plate with vegetables, you'll get fuller faster and cut down your calories without feeling deprived. Use herbs and spices to jazz up vegetables instead of using butter and/or salt to flavor them. And enjoy your health!! In the Heat with the Taylor Fire Department
IN THE HEAT WITH THE TAYLOR FIRE DEPARTMENT
Happy New Year!!! We hope everyone had a safe and joy filled end to 2013 and a happy and hopeful start to 2014.
We returned to both Baldonnel and Taylor Elementary Schools to announce this year’s winners from Fire Prevention Week. Along with individual class winners and a school winner, who gets a GT Snow Racer and Helmet, we also have a prize for the class that bring in the most number of escape plans. We are proud to an- nounce that Ms. Cooper’s class from Taylor and Mrs. Odermatt’s class from Bal- donnel are this year’s winners. They will get a chance in the spring to come down and have a personalized tour of the Fire Hall along with a BBQ lunch, cooked by the Fire Department members. We also had the opportunity to enter 1 student from each school into the Office of the Fire Commissioner’s iPad contest. Unfor- tunately, our student’s didn’t win this year, but we keep hoping…and we made sure they had some goodies from us too. There was a competition between the schools to see who could bring in the most entry forms….while it was a very close race, Mr. McCraken from Taylor will have to wear a Baldonnel Bronco’s jersey as Baldonnal students returned 53% of their forms to Taylor Elementary’s 52%. Thanks to everyone who participated in the fire safety planning and the draws. Remember that a family that plans and practices fire safety together has a much greater chance of getting through an emergency without injury or loss! In the Heat with the Taylor Fire Department
This month we continue our series on taking a look at some of the different as- pects of the job of “Firefighter” in Taylor and look at some of the specialized tools that we use to deal with these emergencies. This month we will look at Structural Firefighting. Structural Firefighting is our bread and butter. It includes fighting fire in houses, apartments, commercial buildings, industrial buildings and out build- ings. There are many different skills that we need to be able to do this. These in- clude proper search techniques, hose handling, forcible entry, reading the smoke and flames, radio communication, using ladders, and of course putting the fire out! We have a lot of specialized equipment including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), a set of irons which include an axe and a halligan bar, several sizes of hose, different nozzles, flashlights, large fans, and Thermal Imaging Cam- eras. Even our clothes are specialized to keep us safe. Our Bunker Gear consists of a Jacket, Pants, Boots, Gloves, a balaclava, and a helmet. The jacket and pants are made with 3 layers of protection. These include an outer shell that resists cutting and tearing and is fire-resistant, a moisture barrier to move sweat away from the body but keep water out, and a thermal lining to protect us from the heat of the fire. There are also specialized pockets and straps on the outside of our bunker gear to carry the small tools that we need to do our job. Using these tools takes practice though as our gloves are about the thickness of oven mitts! Thankfully we are seeing a reduction in the number of structural fires that we deal with, but it still can happen and the concern is as we fill our houses with more and more synthetic items (anything with plastic)
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the Heat with the Taylor Fire Department we are seeing an increase in the speed of fire growth and spread. This means that we still practice and keep our skills up so that we are ready when the calls do come in. If a fire happens in your home, remember to “Get Out and Stay Out”! We are still looking for people to come out and volunteer for the Fire Department. If you are at all interested in serving your community in this special way, please feel free to contact Chief Stebbing at 250-789-3392 or [email protected] or pick up an application form from the District Office. We are starting a recruit class in January, but there is still space for you to apply. Stay Safe in 2014, Taylor Fire & Rescue “Our Family Protecting Yours” since 1958 “We Won’t Rest, until you Install and Test”
Taylor Access and Inclusion Committee
The Taylor Access and Inclusion Committee meets every third Thursday of the month. Come join us for an open meeting on January 16th, 2014 from 1:30pm to 3pm to discuss how our dedicated commu- nity members can promote an all inclusive way of life for ALL Taylorites. The purpose of the Taylor Access and Inclusion Committee (TAIC) is to improve your way of life. We welcome your suggestions and we look forward to see you on Jan 16th at the District office Council Chambers! For more information please contact TAIC Chair Wally Pohlmann 250.789.3045 ext 1
Birth Announcement
The District of Taylor would like to Welcome Taylors newest resident! Inika Winter Kaur Raike Born December 4th at 10:08am to proud parents Harry Raike and Nicole O’Reilly
Six Unique Ways to be Successful and Happy
What if the key to becoming successful and happy is to quit trying to be either? Would that throw a wrench into your career goals? Make a mess of your life plans? If so, then you need to read this.
Here's the thing. Never before have there been so many people spending so much time searching for the se- crets to a successful career and a happy life. Which is really a shame because they're not going to find either, at least not that way.
Think about it. The world has never been more competitive. If you want to have a fulfilling career and live a good life, you've got to get ahead of the competition. The only way to do that is to do things differently, to find your own unique path that works for you.
Here are six ways to do that, to become successful and happy.
Build real relationships. What a novel concept, right? While everyone else is wasting their time developing their personal brands and building huge online networks, get out and spend time with real people in the real world. One-on-one in real time. That's the only place you'll find real opportunity and friendship. And that's where success and happiness comes from. No kidding.
Groom yourself. Want to know how great companies that churn out hundreds of future CEOs develop their talent? They identify and recruit up-and-comers and then groom them by moving them around into different areas and situations. That's how they learn a broad range of skills. Experience. Get out in the world. Try different things. That's how you'll find opportunity and figure out what makes you happy.
Do nothing. So much of life is out of our control. We never seem to have enough information to solve tough problems and make important decisions. When you need to gain some perspective, resist the urge to seek out more information. Turn off all the sources of communication, all the noise that distracts you. Just be quiet and listen to your own inner thoughts. Don't judge them; just listen. The answers to life's most difficult challenges are always there.
Work for a great company. Everybody wants to be an entrepreneur these days. Here's a novel thought. Go work for a great company. Learn from people smarter, more accomplished, more experienced than you. Learn from the pros. Find a mentor or two. Learn how business works in the real world. Figure out how you can help that company be even better. What you can bring to the party that really matters and nobody else is doing. If you're meant to be an entrepreneur, an opportunity will come to you. And you'll be ready for it.
Do one thing at a time. Everyone's so distracted with social media and all their slash jobs these days, try picking one thing you really want to do and just get it done. Prioritize. It'll provide a sense of accomplishment and control. It'll help you build confidence. Even if it fails, you'll learn from the experience. And it will make you more resilient and give you courage to tackle bigger things.
Be good to yourself. Most people who want a lot out of life are their own worst enemy. They take them- selves too seriously. Judge themselves too harshly. Expect too much out of themselves and others. If you can learn to let go of all your expectations, quit trying so hard to get somewhere, you'll learn that just being you, present in this moment, is all that matters. That's what life is all about. And that's when all good things will come to you. Success, happiness, everything. Taylor Tips for being a Mompreneur and starting a business out of your home!
Conquer those Sleepless Nights! When attempting to juggle the demands of starting a business with those of your family, you quickly become exhausted. Unfortunately, just because you’re tired doesn’t mean that you are asleep as soon as your head hits the pillow. Many of us end up tossing and turning for half the night and when the alarm rings in the morning, we start the day already tired.
Here are some tips that you will need to become a successful Mompreneur: 1) Keep a regular schedule : When you are consistent with the times that you go to bed and wake up, you are working with your body's natural cycle. Your body will anticipate rest when its close to bedtime, which will make it easier for you to fall asleep. Try to stick with your schedule. 2) Turn off your computer and television at night. Your television and computer will not help you go to sleep. They stimulate your mind and the light that comes off them trick your brain into thinking that its daytime. Instead, read something light or listen to re- laxing music. 3) Learn how to quiet your mind: Before you go to sleep. You need to get out of your own head. Are you worrying about something? Do you need to learn how to manage your stress? Take slow breaths and visualize a peaceful place. Don’t put too much pressure on yourself to fall asleep. 4) Take care of your body : If you aren’t taking care of yourself, your self will be affected. Try to minimize your consumption of alcohol and caffeine. Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Its hard to conquer the world when you are tired and there is no reason that you should stare at the ceiling waiting for sleep to come. Follow these tips to be successful in business , as a Mompreneur and before long you’ll be sleeping like a baby. (or how we wish babies would sleep).
Top Inspirational Quotes of all time! Motivation for 2014!
1. Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve. – Napoleon Hill 2. Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value. –Albert Einstein 3. Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference. –Robert Frost 4. I attribute my success to this: I never gave or took any excuse. –Florence Nightingale 5. You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take. –Wayne Gretzky 6. I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. –Michael Jordan 7. The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. – Emelia Earhart 8. Every strike brings me closer to the next home run. –Babe Ruth 9. Definiteness of purpose is the starting point of all achievement. –W. Clement Stone 10. The past is a ghost, the future a dream. All we ever have is now. –Bill Cosby 11. Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans. –John Len- non 12. We become what we think about. –Earl Nightingale 13. Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do, so throw off the bowlines, sail away from safe harbor, catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore, Dream, Discover. –Mark Twain 14. Life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it. –Charles Swindoll 15. The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any. –Alice Walker 16. The mind is everything. What you think you become. –Buddha Are you getting ready to watch the Olympics in February? Here are some of Canada's hopefuls!
ALEXA LOO — ALPINE SNOWBOARD RACER On the Canadian Snowboard team since 1998 and on the Canadian Olympic Team since 2006 Currently ranked - 3rd in Canada 12th in the world Loo was born in Vancouver, BC on October 6th, 1972 and her home mountain is Whistler/Blackcomb
Loo is planning to run for Richmond, BC City Council in 2014.
JOANNIE ROCHETTE— FIGURE SKATER
At Vancouver 2010, Joannie captured the bronze medal for Canada’s first Olympic medal in the ladies event since Calgary 1988. Just two days before the short program in Vancouver, her mother Therese passed away after arriving in Vancouver. Rochette chose to compete. With the entire country behind her. She performed a brilliant short program and Two days later her free skate won the medal. Canadian Olympic Athletes -
Who to watch for in February!
Kevin Martin—CURLING Kevin Martin was the skip of the Canadian men’s curling team that won gold at Vancouver 2010. He also skipped to silver at Salt Lake in 2002. Martin has won many awards and medals during his curling career including the Brier, Canada Cup and Roar of the Rings in Edmonton in 2009-10.
Unfortunately Kevin Martin did not make this round but we wish him all the best!
Top Ten Canadian Olympic Athletes
1) Donovan Bailey—Sprinting 2) Nancy Greene—Skiing 3) Alex Baumann—Swimming 4) Brian Orser—Figure Skating 5) Hayley Wickenheiser—Women’s Hockey 6) Silken Laumann—Rowing 7) Cindy Klassen—Speed Skating 8) Clara Hughes—Cycling, Speed Skating 9) Victor Davis—Swimming 10) Marc Gagnon—Speed Skating
The District of Taylor wishes our Canadian Olympic Athletes a safe and successful journey at the Olympics in 2014.
What is going on in January
at Peace Community Church 10556 - 100th Street 250-789- 3045 (Beside the Fire Taylor Hall)
Mom’s Coffee Break Tuesday Mornings 9:30AM You’re not a mom, or your kids are all in school or grown up? No problem, come on down for a cup or two (or three) anyway. Lots of toys and room for the kids to play. Snacks provided. For more information call Laura @ 250 - 262 - 7178
“In Stitches” Quilting Come join us Sat. January 11th & 25th He who aims at nothing from 12 - 3PM Bring your own machine and is sure to hit it….. projects to work on. Wisdom is the main pursuit of There is lots of room and tables sensible men, but a fool’s goals to lay out that king size quilt. are at the end of the earth. We have show and tell, snacks, Prov 17:24 tutorials and lots of laughs. Sunday Mornings:
Adult Class: 9:30AM Worship Service 10:30AM Children’s Church dismissed after worship. Preschool – gr.4 Nursery is also available. Coffee fellowship will follow. Prayer and Praise Night - Thursday evenings 7:00PM God Loves Me
Christmas is over and it is time to clean up, throw out, purge the sheds, toy boxes, and the closets of all the old to make way for the new. We have had a time of family gatherings, work parties, neighbourhood invites and for some it’s not time to move on, while for others it is time curl up and wonder what it was all about. Why? Because we are often looking inward with a worldly understanding that is very limited; an understand- ing that comes from a point of view developed over time, and is influenced by the expec- tations and teachings of this world. The world tells us to hide who you are, what is hap- pening, so others are not inconvenienced by your struggle. So we place a smile on our face and bravely walk out into the world around us no matter what we are feeling inside. We cheerily say Merry Christmas, we hug, shake hands, and laugh, despite what we really think. The world around us is full of judgements. The world we live in wants to be left in peace and to not be too disturbed. But that is not what God wants for us. God wants us to be honest with Him, and with our- selves, about what we struggle with. John 3:16-17 says: “For God so loved the world”… that’s you and me, “that He gave His only begotten Son”… that’s Jesus Christ, the baby whose birth we cele- brate at Christmas, “that whoever believes in Him shall not perish”… live or die alone, “but have eternal life”… with Christ/God, “For God did not send His Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him.” The world may not be able to handle our struggles, but God desires to have us come to Him, to believe in Him, and to let Him share our struggles. This begins with three small words that can and should be said not just in the good times but in the hard times, in the times that tax our emotional state, and during the times when we can go no farther. These three words are able to stop the downward spiral we can find ourselves in when life gets tough. They can open hearts that are hard, bring peace in the midst of chaos, and even help us recognize that we will never be alone again …if we just believe what they say. Those words are simple: “God Loves Me!” These words can save lives not just in the Spir- itual sense but in a real sense as well. The end of the current year and the beginning of a new year is a great time for reflection. Where are we in life, what are we walking through, what are we feeling? And I know One who is already walking it with us this Christmas season, waiting to be asked to come clos- er, to become a part of every day we enjoy or struggle with. God loves you!
Wally Pohlmann is the Pastor of Peace Community Church, Taylor.
Snow Removal and Ice Control The Public Works Department of the District of Taylor has the responsibility for snow removal and ice control on 24km of streets and 10km of sidewalks within the District.
Even though snow removal and ice control cannot restore summer driving conditions, Public Works strives to provide safe passage for motorists and pedestrians on roads and sidewalks.
Regular day shift work hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm seven (7) days per week. A winter shift of November to April duration starts at 6:00am. During major storms equipment operators work overtime to keep roads clear.
A maximum crew contingent of five (5) employees operates equipment from the following fleet. EQUIPMENT OPTIONS QUANTITY Single Axle Plow Truck Sander, Underbody Plow, Front Plow 1 Single Axle Plow Truck Underbody, Front Plow 1 Grader Snow Wing, Driveway Gate 1 Backhoe 1 Municipal Articulating Tractor Broom, Blade, Snow Blower 1
Plow Schedule Main Roads Sidewalks Secondary Roads Seniors & Handicapped Driveways Open lanes
Seniors & Handicapped Driveway Clearing There are currently 42 properties receiving this complimentary service from the District. Snow is cleared from driveways in accordance with the Plowing Schedule priorities and other unscheduled municipal emergencies as occur from time to time. Should this level of service not be acceptable to the property owner, they have the option of hiring and paying for a private contractor to pro- vide the level of service that they desire.
On Street Parking Please be reminded that the parking of motor vehicles on the roads within the District of Taylor boundaries must be in accordance with the Motor Vehicle Act and the District of Taylor Bylaw to regulate Traffic and Parking in the District of Taylor Bylaw No. 718, 2006.
Road surface widths vary throughout the community with some roads having sidewalks for pedestrians, some not. Roads and pedestrian facilities must be used co-operatively between the user groups. The Act and Bylaw stipulates these measures.
Curb Side Garbage Disposal
The District of Taylor is responsible for the curb side collection and disposal of “solid waste” (garbage). This service is provided on a weekly basis, through contract to D&T Disposals Ltd. Each February, residents receive an annual utility bill which includes the fee for solid waste collection and disposal. For 2013, this fee is $100.00 which equates to a charge of $1.92 per week.
“Garbage”, as defined in Bylaw No. 651, 2004 – Garbage Collection and Disposal Bylaw, would include: All rubbish Ashes Household waste (exclusive of cardboard) Vegetable or animal food Floor sweepings Crockery Glass or metal ware having contained food Tree pruning’s of a diameter not more than two inches Hedge clippings and other garden refuse or rubbish if cut into one meter lengths or less and tied in suitable bundles weighing not more than 25kg Grass clippings if placed in a standard container in a bag Newspapers, reading material and magazines, if tied securely in bundles of not more than 25kg
“Garbage” DOES NOT include: Waste or rubbish from renovating, remodeling or rebuilding
Weekly curb side collection from residences for the basic weekly fee is limited to:
2 standard garbage containers not containing more than 95 liters and must not weigh more than 25kg each when full.
OR
4 medium sized plastic garbage bags
Garbage must be bagged when placed inside standard garbage containers (so as not to spill when handling/dumping) Please note that excessively heavy bins are difficult to handle (ie those bins picked automatically by automated garbage trucks). All garbage must be placed at the back of the curb or back of the sidewalk (so as not to impede pedestrians or maintenance activities) prior to 8:00am on Tuesdays. Any waste being placed for pickup must be in a heavy enough plastic bag so as not to rupture on pickup causing spillage.
Should a household be generating more solid waste for disposal than provided for in the basic weekly fee, additional “Tags” can be purchased. The “Tag-a-Bag” system has been in place since 2005 and allows garbage collection greater than the established quantity. The system enables the resident to purchase tags at the District Office and affix one tag on each bag over the maximum.
Bag tags currently cost $3.00 each.
If a household puts out more garbage than allowable, the contractor will place a “Declined” sticker on the bag/item. This will indicate that it was inspected and considered, but not acceptable.
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The Peace River Regional District provides recycling facilities within our community at 10840 McMahon Drive. Bins are provided to recycle paper, plastics, tin and cardboard. The facility is NOT meant as a drop off site for oversized furniture, appliances, TV sets, tires or household waste. Such items need to be taken to the appropriate recycling/handling facilities or landfill by their owners. Misuse may result in added cost to the community and ultimately our taxes so please be considerate of others.
Oversized household items should be considered for reuse or recycling before be- ing disposed of at a landfill.
The Eco Depot in Fort St. John is now a registered small electric/electronics recycling facility. They are located at 10107 – 94th Ave. in Fort St. John.
The District and D&T Disposals Ltd. would like to thank those residents who strive to be vigilant in recycling and diverting materials from the curb side pickup and ultimately from disposal at a landfill site. We would also like to thank you for your consideration of the handlers when bagging your garbage for pickup.
Reminder: Obtaining or Renewing a Dog License IS a Yearly Requirement in the District of Taylor
Licensing your pets has several benefits. It tells animal control officers that a dog has an owner, helping to quickly reunite the pet with their family. Licensing also help municipalities keep track of how many dogs a person owns. In Taylor, no person shall keep, possess or harbor more than two dogs within the Municipality. This is for the health and safety of the community. For persons wish- ing to have more than two dogs, a kennel license is required. The application for a kennel license must be approved by Council and is subject to the provision of the District of Taylor Zoning Bylaw No. 510, 1996 ie. Located within Rural/ALR District.
Most people associate a pet license with tags around the collar. Tags may indicate proof of rabies vaccination, the pet’s license and one containing the owner’s contact information. A tattoo or microchip may indicate that your pet is a registered breed of dog and may serve as a way to identify your pet if lost.
Taylor may charge more if your pet is not spayed or neutered. This is because overpopulation is a serious issue. Therefore, those who choose not to spay or neuter should pay more to help cover the cost of taking care of unwanted animals. The failure of obtaining a license and having your dog at large will mean that your dog is immediately transported to the SPCA shelter in Fort St. Jon as ownerless. Fines will still be applicable when the owner claims the dog.
A license must be renewed each year. Licenses are FREE from January 1– 30!
The Taylor Tuesday Afternoon Curling League WANTS YOU!
Any age or skill level is welcome Please join us at 1PM Tuesday Afternoon’s $4.00 (Drop in rate) per person includes coffee and cookies A great way to beat the winter blues, meet new people within the community and have FUN! For additional information please call: Olga @ 250-789-3717 or Anna @ 250-789-9154
Curling Club Schedule
Monday nights ‘Mixed League’ Open to families of all ages - 7pm
Wednesday nights ‘Ladies night’ -7pm
Thursday nights ‘Men’s night’’ -7pm
For more information please contact Linda or Murray at 250.789.3479 A Message from Taylor Elementary Make sure to check the Taylor Elementary School website every week for updates from Principal McCracken. http://www.taylor.prn.bc.ca/
At the December 16, 2013 Board of Trustees Public Board Meeting , the an- nual election of Board Officers was conducted. The results are below: Board Chair—Jaret Thompson (re-elected) Vice-Chair—Ida Campbell (re-elected) Provincial Councillor—Linda Nielsen Alt Provincial Councillor—Heather Hannaford BCSEA Rep—Darrell Pasichnyk Alt BCPSEA Rep—Ida Campbell
A fresh crunch in school lunch: The BC FARM to SCHOOL PROGRAM is starting at the Taylor Elementary School in 2014! Farm to school ‘SALAD BAR”- Fresh local foods are delivered to the school and prepared on-site and served in a portable salad bar unit The goal of the program is to ensure children have access to fresh, local, nutritious, safe and culturally appropriate foods while at school. Farm to school programs aim to improve student nutrition, and to provide students with educational opportunities about foods and the local food system, while supporting local farmers and the local food economy.
To increase fruit and vegetable consumption among children
To increase student knowledge about the local food system, local foods and nutritional health
To enhance student skills in the areas of food production, processing and serving
To strengthen the local food economy Thank you to Northern Health for donating the Salad Bar to Taylor Elementary for 1year! Taylor Elementary will be the pilot project for this program. Passes can be purchased at the Arena Office (250-789-3004) or at the District of Taylor Main Office (250-789-3392)
Peace Passage Skating Club
December was another great month for the club! The younger skaters were treated to a very special visit from Santa Claus! Each of the skaters received a gift from Santa and even got to play a couple games with him! On the other hand, the older skaters had the oppor- tunity to perform for a small crowd as we held our simulation! The audience was quite im- pressed with the skater’s abilities and improvements.
What’s coming up next for our club? In January, we will be sending one of our skaters to the Cariboots and Blades competition held in Williams Lake, BC. We will be wishing the best of luck to Halla Aitken. Peace Passage Skating Club will also be hosting a test day next month! Many of our skaters will be try- ing their best to pass that next difficult level. We are looking forward to supporting them in their efforts!
… BECAUSE CONFIDENCE ON THE
ICE IS A MUST IN NORTHERN BC … PEACE PASSAGE SKATING CLUB JANUARY CANSKATE REGISTRATION
Registration for Peace Passage’s CanSkate program will be open for the spring season. The program runs Monday & Wednesdays for 10 weeks. It is devel- oped by Skate Canada, and taught by certified coaches & trained program assistants. CanSkate is Canada’s #1 “Learn-to-Skate” program. CanSkate offers group lessons in a fun and safe environ- ment. Program Fee - $185.00 (includes Skate Canada membership Fee and Insurance) Registration Dates: January 6 & 8, 2014, 4pm-6pm at District of Taylor Ice Centre For more information contact Sandra Carmichael @ 250-787-7710 or Sandee Aitken @ 250-789-9051 District of Taylor Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting Dates for 2014
Council Meetings Committee of the Whole Meetings January 7 21 February 4 18 March 4 18 April 1 15 May 6 20 June 3 17 July 2 15 August 5 19 September 2 16 October 7 21 November 4 18 December 2 16
The deadline for agenda items (including notice of delegations) is the preceding Thursday at 12:00 noon.
Both Committee and Council meetings are open to the public and the media. Matters relat- ed to Section 90 of the Community Charter (copies are available) are dealt with In-Camera (or at private closed meetings). These are loosely described as legal issues, land and labor/ personnel issues.
At both Council and Committee Meetings there is a gallery/media section where members of the public can informally ask questions of Council – and your interest is always welcome!
Ambulance/Fire/RCMP 911 Peace Island Park 250-789-9295 Arena 250-789-3004 Peace Mechanical 250-262-5964 Backyard Developments 250-219-0794 Peace River Green Houses 250-789-9122 Big Bam Ski Hill 250-789-9158 Post Office 250-789-3407 BC Hydro (Power Outages) 1-888-769-3766 Shaw 250-785-3039 BC Nurse Line 1-866-215-4700 The Shed Gym 250-789-2266 Community Services 250-789-3392 Taylor Elementary 250-789-3323 Crafty Folks 250-789-3720 Taylor Medical Clinic 250-789-6772 Curling Rink 250-789-3734 Taylor Public Library 250-789-9878 District Office 250-789-3392 Visitor Info Centre 250-789-9015 Golf Clubhouse 250-789-3711 Welcome Wagon 250-262-2070 Hospital 250-262-5200 Mile 36 Café 250-794-1900 Mile 36 Ventures 250-261-1800 NP Savings Credit Union 250-789-9213 Pacific Northern Gas 1-800-667-2297 Parks and Facilities 250-789-3333 Peace Community Church 250-789-3045
Taylor Medical Clinic Happy New Year from the Taylor Medical Clinic. We hope that everyone had a great holiday season!
Please note that during the month of January we will have a modified schedule. The Taylor Medical Clinic hours will be open as follows: Monday January 6th Monday January 13th Wednesday January 15th Friday January 17th Monday January 20th Wednesday January 22nd Wednesday January 29th Friday January 31st
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Happy New Year!
Taylor Medical Clinic 250-789-6772
Hours of Operation (modified for January) Sunday Closed Monday 9:00—12:00 (noon) Tuesday Closed Wednesday 9:00—12:00 (noon) Thursday Closed Friday 9:00—12:00 (noon) Saturday Closed ** CLOSED ALL STATUTORY HOLIDAYS** Appointments are preferred at the clinic, however, drop-ins are welcome. Appointments can be made by calling: 250-789-6772 (Taylor Medical Clinic) or 250-785-6677 (Fort St. John Medical Clinic) Monday to Friday Taylor Tots Preschool
A special thanks to Santa for coming to the Taylor Tots Preschool!
We are looking forward to a successful 2014!
Coming up this year: Music classes Dance classes Field Trips Literacy Projects
Our program is in high demand. We give each and every child the opportunity to prepare for Kindergarten readiness and attain life valuable skills.
Call the Taylor Tots Preschool for more information—250.793.0885. Happy New Year!
A Message from the Community Services Director
We are looking forward to many events coming up in 2014! From Sleigh Rides, to Easter, to our Taylor Hill Climb, our World-Class Annual Gold Panning Championship, then Halloween and so on! If you have a community event you would like to see happen within our District, please contact me at the office— 250.789.3392. I welcome your feedback and wish to hear your ideas of how we can add to our community!
I wish you a beautiful and magical New Year! Laura Prosko Taylor Tots Takeaway
Make your own Sailboat! You will need:
Three corks Toothpicks Brown wool Coloured construction paper Mason jar
Directions:
Put three corks together. Cut a piece of brown wool and wind it tight around the corks vertically. Tie a knot. Take another piece of wool and wind it around the corks horizontally and tie a knot. The base of the sailboat is ready. Cut a triangle out of the construction paper and punch two holes on it, one near the tip and one near the base. Slide a toothpick through the holes. The sale is ready. Stick the toothpick sail in the center of the sailboat.
The sailboat is ready! Put it in the aquarium or in a jar with some stones
Taylor Tots Takeaway Jokester’s Corner
Knock! Knock! *I’m reading a great book about Who’s there? antigravity—I just can’t put it
Broken pencil. down* Broken pencil who? Forget it— *Why is the day that you do laun- this joke is pointless. dry, cook, clean, iron and so on, called a day off?* “I want my children to have all the things I couldn’t afford, then I want to move in with them” Phyllis Diller
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Famous Birthdays “January” — Who do you share your Birthday with?
Jan 3/1981 Eli Manning Jan 6/1955 Mr. Bean Jan 17/1922 Betty White Jan 19/1946 Dolly Parton Jan 26/1958 Ellen DeGeneres Jan 26/1961 Wayne Gretzky
Do you have an ad you want to see in the Taylor Times?
Advertisements can be submitted via email to Laura Prosko at [email protected] or in person at the District of Taylor Main Office. How much does it cost? Business Card Size $11.02/month 1/4 Page Ad $16.65/month 1/2 Page Ad $33.05/ month Full Page Ad $65.06/ month Non-profit organizations are offered 1/2 page advertisement per month free of charge.
Payment can be made in person or via phone. We accept cash, debit, credit cards and checks. Please note that payment has to be made prior to the publishing date in the Taylor Times. When is the submission deadline? Advertisements and articles have to be submitted at the 25th of each month for the upcoming issue. Submissions past the deadline cannot be accepted. In which format do I have to submit my advertisement? Advertisements and articles have to be submitted in a print-ready stage. Electronic submissions have to be made as word-documents or jpeg-file. Please don’t not hand in pdf files, since we do not have to computer software to edit pdf files. Word-by-word submissions are possible for people that do not have access to computers and internet, however, they have to be made in person during office hours. Please note that due to copy right reasons, we cannot accept advertisements, pictures or articles that have been copied from other publications.
Winter golf has arrived at Lone Wolf Golf Club in Taylor!
Indoor Golf Simulator from TRUGOLF has arrived.
Casual golfers can now hang out with and socialize with your pals all winter long just like the summer. Choose to play golf from over 85 world-renowned golf courses.
The avid golfer will fall in love the TRUTRAC tracking system. This golf swing analyzer will provide you with precise feedback about where you are hitting the ball, how hard it is be- ing hit, and other information to help you understand every facet your swing. This analyz- er is able to calculate ball flight and club head positioning, an accomplishment most simu- lators can’t match. Combine with lessons for great results.
Tee times and golf lessons are by appointment only.
To book tee times or for more information on winter golf rates, lesson packages, custom club fitting, or proshop merchandise sales please call Larry Ramstad, Head Golf Professional (250) 263-8511 or (250) 789-3711 ext 24
A Message from the Fort St John RCMP
Proper Preparation for Safe Snowmobiling means:
Becoming familiar with the snowmobile you ride
Staying on trails and areas where snowmobiling is permitted
Avoid travel on unfamiliar frozen bodies of water
Keep your snowmobiling properly maintained
Become familiar with the terrain where you are traveling
Carry emergency supplies and learn survival skills
Listen to the weather forecasts before you venture out
Never ride alone
Always insuring you let someone know where you are going and when you plan to return
Use extra caution at night
Always wear a proper helmet and adequate clothing
Never consume alcohol or drugs before or during snowmobiling
Visit us
At the Taylor Inn Coyote Pub
From all of us at the Taylor Pub..
Taylor Inn Coyote Pub 10440 100St., Taylor BC, V0C 2K0 Phone: 250-789-3033 Facebook: Taylor Inn Coyotes Pub
Bar Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 11am to 11pm Friday and Saturday 11am to 2:30am Sunday 12pm to 8pm
Including Windshield Replacements
And A/C repairs and recharging
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Serving the North GIVE US A CALL 250-789-9265 Community Calendar is Sponsored By:
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New Office District office Happy New Year! hours Closed 8:30 am to 4:30pm
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Taylor Library Winter Council Reopens Sleigh Rides Meeting Walking 1-3pm group 8-1 5pm Taylor Hall
15 16 17 12 13 18 14 Tai Chi Don’t forget! BINGO 10:15am 7-9pm Winter Walking Group is Monday Taylor Community to Friday 8am to 1pm Join us! Hall
21 25 19 20 22 23 Committee 24 Meeting 4pm Tai Chi
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26 29 30 31 27 28 Tai Chi 10:15am The District of Taylor wishes you a very Happy New Year for 2014!