Sunday, July 31, 2011
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Scotch Creek Developments and Child care
DO not forget the open house for the Scotch Creek Development will be from 4 pm to 7 pm, at the Scotch Creek Firehall
More bad news, liability issues arouse when a debate about spending money on a Rose garden or improvements to the house at Rose Clifford Park. When CSRD management looked into the issue they found that the house was unfit for use by the public, in any capacity. This unfortunately has removed the house from the use for the “play center” for young kids. Is there anyone out there that could provide a space for a playgroup? To clarify the program is not a daycare, nor does it resemble one; it is more where parents help entertain, create and work together with the children. The space need not be large about; 20x30, with a sink and fridge and some outside space would be appreciated as well.
The North and South Community Resources Association (which supplies the very small budget and hires the facilitator to run the playgroup) is a registered charity so if somebody donated the value of their rent we could give them a tax-deductible receipt for the donation. Children need a place to socialize, play and learn, the play group has been very beneficial to children and families alike. As well the rent could be a charitable deducted donation. If you could help or have any ideas please contact myself, Larrisa 250-803-1587 or Kimberly at 250-835-8881. under the direction of NSSCRA.
More bad news, liability issues arouse when a debate about spending money on a Rose garden or improvements to the house at Rose Clifford Park. When CSRD management looked into the issue they found that the house was unfit for use by the public, in any capacity. This unfortunately has removed the house from the use for the “play center” for young kids. Is there anyone out there that could provide a space for a playgroup? To clarify the program is not a daycare, nor does it resemble one; it is more where parents help entertain, create and work together with the children. The space need not be large about; 20x30, with a sink and fridge and some outside space would be appreciated as well.
The North and South Community Resources Association (which supplies the very small budget and hires the facilitator to run the playgroup) is a registered charity so if somebody donated the value of their rent we could give them a tax-deductible receipt for the donation. Children need a place to socialize, play and learn, the play group has been very beneficial to children and families alike. As well the rent could be a charitable deducted donation. If you could help or have any ideas please contact myself, Larrisa 250-803-1587 or Kimberly at 250-835-8881. under the direction of NSSCRA.
Monday, July 25, 2011
Albas Fall
THe Alaba falls on on Celista Creek no where near Celista and are named after the pioneer Al Bass who lived in the area. THe phots is of a few weeks ago and has likely diminished somewhat still even when low is spectacular. To get there go past St Ives and drive about 25 or so kms maybe more.. there is a sign on the left Albas a small road takes you to the falls part way and a equally impressive sandy beach with bears and bugs!
Friday, July 22, 2011
Medical Clinic North Shuswap
I am having an incredible bad time getting connected through my Telus stick. It is frustrating it drops part way through transmissions. Short of putting in a satellite internet connection (a total of about $4,000 in 3 year contract) I cannot get internet connection where I am, like many places in the North Shuswap.
THis is partially why I have not been diligent in sending Blogs.
Now the Clinic
The first meeting of people wanting to do something about our medical clinic and the general state of health in the North Shuswap; was appropriately held at the Scotch Creek Medical Clinic. There were 13 North Shuswapians from a variety of walks in life; to help with solving the problems of secure medical services on the sunny side of the Shuswap. I had received responses of interest from these people and Dr Janet Bates (who offered the Scotch Creek Medical Building as a meeting place) and arranged our first gathering.
The need for some local control with our medical services, has been borne out of the frustration of the many past years of losing Physicians, Nurses and the Clinic its self. Many people have gone to larger medical centers to assure themselves of a permanent Doctor, further weakening the support of the medical center out here. No wonder! In the last 10 years it has been a parade of medical specialists going through not only the Scotch Creek Clinic but the Chase Clinic as well. The group clearly seen a need for us; the North Shuswap residents to take control of our medical situation.
THis is partially why I have not been diligent in sending Blogs.
Now the Clinic
The first meeting of people wanting to do something about our medical clinic and the general state of health in the North Shuswap; was appropriately held at the Scotch Creek Medical Clinic. There were 13 North Shuswapians from a variety of walks in life; to help with solving the problems of secure medical services on the sunny side of the Shuswap. I had received responses of interest from these people and Dr Janet Bates (who offered the Scotch Creek Medical Building as a meeting place) and arranged our first gathering.
The need for some local control with our medical services, has been borne out of the frustration of the many past years of losing Physicians, Nurses and the Clinic its self. Many people have gone to larger medical centers to assure themselves of a permanent Doctor, further weakening the support of the medical center out here. No wonder! In the last 10 years it has been a parade of medical specialists going through not only the Scotch Creek Clinic but the Chase Clinic as well. The group clearly seen a need for us; the North Shuswap residents to take control of our medical situation.
Friday, July 15, 2011
EAD meetng Dacks and Buays
Staff discussion about “Lake Zoning Bylaw” (LZB) met with APCs, Shuswap Water Front Association, strata groups and some individuals. Other agencies, as well had input throughout the remaking of the LZB . APCs had the most comments; there was general support from “E” Area, Area “C” twice wanted more time to go over the bylaw and recommend that swimming platform be included in the LZB. Area “F” APC; not support the LZB because of the 1.5 depth expected from the lake side of a dock. It was the single largest complaint from many dock owners; which is frankly was not practical for many reasons.
CHANGES
Swimming platforms- allows semi water front parcels to have swimming platforms but no boats attached. Removal of the requirement of 1.5 meter width for commercial and multi-family zones to allow for heavy use and wheel chair access. Change the number from 3 to 2 buoys for those allowed to have buoys. Allow fuel sales for a specific existing use in Celista but no others in Celista. The 1.5 depth rule: DFO explained the rational, in that it is looking after the well being of the fish. DFO recognized that there was a need to compromise because of the reaction from the lakeshore community. What could work (in the mind of the CSRD staff) is to have the measurement at the far end of dock- in the water. This would work because dock owners have to have the docks deep enough to have boats approach, without damaging the prop in the beach . The DFO still sticks to their principal rule to not having the dock end nearest to the beach at 1.5 meters. They would not relax their own restrictions but understand why local government has to have to accept that bylaw, to make it workable. The CSRD would not enforce the regulations of the 1.5 near the shore but will have it measured, from the furthest part of the dock into the lake. Removing walkways from the calculations in dock sizes ( DFO does not oppose it this change), ILMB understood that the walkways would not be included in the dock size. What this changes do is move Zone FS zone to FR.
The staff will be sending a letter out to every resident within 200 meters of the lake; of the proposed changes. On informing the residents of the changes; one idea staff had, was to schedule a public hearing and prior to that day have an open house. Using that approach would be to have people informed about the changes; as well it would give residents a better understanding of the reasons of the bylaws.
Bringing in the new bylaw would mean as well repealing other bylaws that are being affected.
The recognition of boat slips being allowed in site specific areas and are what the existing uses are, presently. It does not mean that a precedent is set, or that other areas can use that same information to give credit to their applications for a boat slip.
CHANGES
Swimming platforms- allows semi water front parcels to have swimming platforms but no boats attached. Removal of the requirement of 1.5 meter width for commercial and multi-family zones to allow for heavy use and wheel chair access. Change the number from 3 to 2 buoys for those allowed to have buoys. Allow fuel sales for a specific existing use in Celista but no others in Celista. The 1.5 depth rule: DFO explained the rational, in that it is looking after the well being of the fish. DFO recognized that there was a need to compromise because of the reaction from the lakeshore community. What could work (in the mind of the CSRD staff) is to have the measurement at the far end of dock- in the water. This would work because dock owners have to have the docks deep enough to have boats approach, without damaging the prop in the beach . The DFO still sticks to their principal rule to not having the dock end nearest to the beach at 1.5 meters. They would not relax their own restrictions but understand why local government has to have to accept that bylaw, to make it workable. The CSRD would not enforce the regulations of the 1.5 near the shore but will have it measured, from the furthest part of the dock into the lake. Removing walkways from the calculations in dock sizes ( DFO does not oppose it this change), ILMB understood that the walkways would not be included in the dock size. What this changes do is move Zone FS zone to FR.
The staff will be sending a letter out to every resident within 200 meters of the lake; of the proposed changes. On informing the residents of the changes; one idea staff had, was to schedule a public hearing and prior to that day have an open house. Using that approach would be to have people informed about the changes; as well it would give residents a better understanding of the reasons of the bylaws.
Bringing in the new bylaw would mean as well repealing other bylaws that are being affected.
The recognition of boat slips being allowed in site specific areas and are what the existing uses are, presently. It does not mean that a precedent is set, or that other areas can use that same information to give credit to their applications for a boat slip.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Swimming in the land of Docks & Buoys
Staff discussion about “Lake Zoning Bylaw” (LZB) met with APCs, Shuswap Water Front Association, strata groups and some individuals. Other agencies,as well had input throughout the remaking of the LZB . APCs had the most comments; there was general support from “E” Area, Area “C” twice wanted more time to go over the bylaw and recommend that swimming platform be included in the LZB. Area “F” APC; not support the LZB because of the 1.5 depth expected from the lake side of a dock. It was the single largest complaint from many dock owners; which is frankly was not practical for many reasons.
CHANGES
Swimming platforms- allows semi water front parcels to have swimming platforms but no boats attached. Removal of the requirement of 1.5 meter width for commercial and multi-family zones to allow for heavy use and wheel chair access. Change the number from 3 to 2 buoys for those allowed to have buoys. Allow fuel sales for a specific existing use in Celista but no others in Celista. The 1.5 depth rule: DFO explained the rational, in that it is looking after the well being of the fish. DFO recognized that there was a need to compromise because of the reaction from the lakeshore community. What could work (in the mind of the CSRD staff) is to have the measurement at the far end of dock- in the water. This would work because dock owners have to have the docks deep enough to have boats approach, without damaging the prop in the beach . The DFO still sticks to their principal rule to not having the dock end nearest to the beach at 1.5 meters. They would not relax their own restrictions but understand why local government has to have to accept that bylaw, to make it workable. The CSRD would not enforce the regulations of the 1.5 near the shore but will have it measured, from the furthest part of the dock into the lake. Removing walkways from the calculations in dock sizes ( DFO does not oppose it this change), ILMB understood that the walkways would not be included in the dock size. What this changes do is move Zone FS zone to FR.
The staff will be sending a letter out to every resident within 200 meters of the lake; of the proposed changes. On informing the residents of the changes; one idea staff had, was to schedule a public hearing and prior to that day have an open house. Using that approach would be to have people informed about the changes; as well it would give residents a better understanding of the reasons of the bylaws.
Bringing in the new bylaw would mean as well repealing other bylaws that are being affected.
The recognition of boat slips being allowed in site specific areas and are what the existing uses are, presently. It does not mean that a precedent is set, or that other areas can use that same information to give credit to their applications for a boat slip.
Sub Regional Fire Services Bylaw- support in Area “C” with assent by the Board; with the consent of the Regional Director. Unanimous support came from the VFDs in area “C” of which there are of four VFDs. It is at the choice of the local Fire Suppression Committee to create a sub regional committee. Money in the present VFD fund will be left for use in their area, for 5 years and then will rolled into a new reserve fund. There has not been discussion within the North Shuswap as to if they want the are to go into one Fire Suppression area, including Scotch/Lee Creek, Celista and Anglemont VFDs.
Technical Support, for EADs in using computer and other electronic devices in their day to day worl for the CSRD. Most EADs are not familiar with these devices and have learned by hiunting & pecking method but often find them selves drowned in technical information. Issues the Directors brought up that they want to understand were; anti- virus needs, blackberry/iphone uses, storing data information and some simple pointers or short cuts on to use all these devices. There will be a planned ½ day course for the Directors to make them more efficient for these new devices that have insisted that we use them in our business.
CHANGES
Swimming platforms- allows semi water front parcels to have swimming platforms but no boats attached. Removal of the requirement of 1.5 meter width for commercial and multi-family zones to allow for heavy use and wheel chair access. Change the number from 3 to 2 buoys for those allowed to have buoys. Allow fuel sales for a specific existing use in Celista but no others in Celista. The 1.5 depth rule: DFO explained the rational, in that it is looking after the well being of the fish. DFO recognized that there was a need to compromise because of the reaction from the lakeshore community. What could work (in the mind of the CSRD staff) is to have the measurement at the far end of dock- in the water. This would work because dock owners have to have the docks deep enough to have boats approach, without damaging the prop in the beach . The DFO still sticks to their principal rule to not having the dock end nearest to the beach at 1.5 meters. They would not relax their own restrictions but understand why local government has to have to accept that bylaw, to make it workable. The CSRD would not enforce the regulations of the 1.5 near the shore but will have it measured, from the furthest part of the dock into the lake. Removing walkways from the calculations in dock sizes ( DFO does not oppose it this change), ILMB understood that the walkways would not be included in the dock size. What this changes do is move Zone FS zone to FR.
The staff will be sending a letter out to every resident within 200 meters of the lake; of the proposed changes. On informing the residents of the changes; one idea staff had, was to schedule a public hearing and prior to that day have an open house. Using that approach would be to have people informed about the changes; as well it would give residents a better understanding of the reasons of the bylaws.
Bringing in the new bylaw would mean as well repealing other bylaws that are being affected.
The recognition of boat slips being allowed in site specific areas and are what the existing uses are, presently. It does not mean that a precedent is set, or that other areas can use that same information to give credit to their applications for a boat slip.
Sub Regional Fire Services Bylaw- support in Area “C” with assent by the Board; with the consent of the Regional Director. Unanimous support came from the VFDs in area “C” of which there are of four VFDs. It is at the choice of the local Fire Suppression Committee to create a sub regional committee. Money in the present VFD fund will be left for use in their area, for 5 years and then will rolled into a new reserve fund. There has not been discussion within the North Shuswap as to if they want the are to go into one Fire Suppression area, including Scotch/Lee Creek, Celista and Anglemont VFDs.
Technical Support, for EADs in using computer and other electronic devices in their day to day worl for the CSRD. Most EADs are not familiar with these devices and have learned by hiunting & pecking method but often find them selves drowned in technical information. Issues the Directors brought up that they want to understand were; anti- virus needs, blackberry/iphone uses, storing data information and some simple pointers or short cuts on to use all these devices. There will be a planned ½ day course for the Directors to make them more efficient for these new devices that have insisted that we use them in our business.
Monday, July 11, 2011
back again EAD meet more laws
EAD meeting July 2011
Special Events Bylaw- The proposed bylaw has been found to be bulky and costly for staff, to process in its proposed form. The RCMP, CSRD & other regional districts will work together in creating a more efficient bylaw. It would allow the RCMP to get access to a event such as a RAV or festival attended by 200 or more people. Presently the police cannot access the property no matter how negatively it affects the area. They are not going after the normal events; it is more the clandestine types of festivals and gatherings. The RCMP have in the past have to deal with rapes, defecating on the beaches, beatings, destruction of parties and loud noise all hours of the morning. As well here are health issues as that occur with theses large parties. It would exclude theaters, churches, schools, annual fairs and fundraising events sponsored by community associations.
Ticketing bylaw has been taken to include many bylaws to increase efficiency of processing infractions. In this suggestion for ticket it is specific for camping in the Anglemont zoning area. Reasoning for the no camping bylaw in Anglemont, was made to prevent campfires during fire season; the many and small lots make it an increased fire threat. In the past it took almost 3 or more months to process a infraction; making the bylaw ineffectual. The campsite would be gone by the time prosecution could be processed.
Special Events Bylaw- The proposed bylaw has been found to be bulky and costly for staff, to process in its proposed form. The RCMP, CSRD & other regional districts will work together in creating a more efficient bylaw. It would allow the RCMP to get access to a event such as a RAV or festival attended by 200 or more people. Presently the police cannot access the property no matter how negatively it affects the area. They are not going after the normal events; it is more the clandestine types of festivals and gatherings. The RCMP have in the past have to deal with rapes, defecating on the beaches, beatings, destruction of parties and loud noise all hours of the morning. As well here are health issues as that occur with theses large parties. It would exclude theaters, churches, schools, annual fairs and fundraising events sponsored by community associations.
Ticketing bylaw has been taken to include many bylaws to increase efficiency of processing infractions. In this suggestion for ticket it is specific for camping in the Anglemont zoning area. Reasoning for the no camping bylaw in Anglemont, was made to prevent campfires during fire season; the many and small lots make it an increased fire threat. In the past it took almost 3 or more months to process a infraction; making the bylaw ineffectual. The campsite would be gone by the time prosecution could be processed.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
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