Career & Job Fair 2011 - Thursday, March 10th 1pm - 5pm College of the Rockies
Aboriginal Business Showcase - Fri., March 11th 5pm-9pm and Sat March 12 9am-4pm
at the Heritage Inn
Aboriginal Entrepreneurs, Aboriginal Businesses and Aboriginal Arts will showcase their product and services.
Cranbrook & District Arts Council host the Youth Art Awards Gala - Thursday March 10 7pm-9pm.
Open to the public. Celebrates the artistic talents of youth.
For more information please call 250-426-4223
Bastardization of the Bard - This play continues on March 10, 11, and 12th. at the Stage Door
Showtime is 7:30pm Tickets are :$15 and are available at Lotus Books and at the door.
Square Foot Gardening Seminar - Friday, March 11 at the Cranbrook Public Library
Doug Lyon will teach your about Square Food Gardening which uses less water and space.
Admission is $10 Please phone Doug for further information 250-429-3519
Cranbrook Connected - Tuesday, March 15 4pm - 8pm Manual Training Centre
Open Public Review workshop. If you haven't contributed to Cranbrook Connected yet then this is your time. To read more about Cranbrook Connected to here http://www.cranbrookconnected.ca/
Country Music Star, Roy Clark plays at the Key City Theatre - Tuesday March 15th 7:30pm
Please phone the Box Office for ticket information 250-426-7006
March Break Childrens Art - March 15, 16, 17th from 1-3pm daily.
Cranbrook and District Arts Council are offering the opportunity for children to take a Tile Mosaic Trivet Class. Cost is $60.00.
Joseph Cross painting to be unveiled - Wed. March 16th 5:30pm at the Fisher Peak Gallery.
Morning: Sunburst Mountain & Cerulean Lake was painted as a fundraiser for the BC Parks.
Refreshments to be served from 4:30 to 7pm.
Rocky Mountain Naturalists - Sunday, March 20. Join the naturalist for an afternoon of birding in the Ft. Steele/Spray Irrigation Field area. Meet at the Staples Parking Lot 1pm. Phone Greg at 250-489-2566
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Women of the Year, Velma McKay and Vicki Dalton
by Sharon Cross
Tributes to both women were very emotional.
Velma McKay was absent as she is presently at the coast with her family dealing with cancer and preparing for the next journey. Her very positive and creative attitude to her life and her life’s work has touched the lives of many in our community. Today, the strength of her faith is carrying her. Velma is an instructor at College of the Rockies, and became known as the singing instructor. She taught math through song. Part of her message of thanks to the University Women’s group was that meaningful education is valuable for women.
Vicky Dalton was instrumental in getting the community garden going in Cranbrook. She also created a warm and safe environment at the Women’s Resource Centre and worked to improve the advancement of women through many and varied challenges before them. Vicky’s daughter Sarah Marriott spoke about growing up with a women’s activist/advocate for a mother. How ironic that Vicky was presented with this prestigious award just days before the Cranbrook Women’s Resource Centre will close.
Of the images that stand out most for Sarah is the poster in her mother’s office – that of a knight fighting a dragon. Here are two warrior women in our community that have fought many successful battles for others. Yet sometimes the dragon wins.
It is the spirit of these women that will live on in our community in the seen and unseen.
Thank you Velma and Vicky for all that you have done and all that will be done.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Post Notes for the Council Meeting of March 7th 2011
Delegation
Judy Bertalanic and Jim Dezall of Cranbrook Search and Rescue made a presentation to the City of Cranbrook thanking the City for their support over the years. Cranbrook Search and Rescue is celebrating its 35th year and works closely with the City. Cranbrook Search and Rescue respond to between 80-100 calls per year, many highway emergencies. It is an all volunteer group and we are certainly lucky to have these dedicated citizens working in our community.
Administration Updates
During the review of the Administration Updates, Councillor Bob Whetham expressed his concerns about the staff's review of a St. Marys Neighbourhood Plan bylaw that was brought to the city's attention in a letter by Sharon Cross, President of the Citizens for a Livable Cranbrook. The City Staff expressed their view that the Shadow Mountain Development is in full compliance with the St Mary Neighbourhood Plan which forms part of Cranbrook's Official Community Plan. However Councillor Whetham does not believe the development is in compliance specifically with Section ii) of The St. Mary Neighbourhood Plan which states,
"The City requires some public opportunity to access the piece of Crown Land through subdivision through the strata lands."
Both Councillors Jim Wavrecan and Denise Pallesen supported the Administration Report and think that the development is following the "intent" of the by-law. Mr. Whetham stated that this is a stand alone provision of the bylaw and that it is not related to any others and therefore the development is not in compliance. The City cannot pick and choose which parts of the bylaw it wishes to comply with. Councillor Whetham has asked that the bylaw be sent for legal advice as it could have serious consequences for the city in the future. Councillor Whetham did not vote in support of accepting the Administration Report. Many people should be concerned that while we, as taxpayers, are paying for the park we will not have equal access to it. Those who live in the development can walk or drive to the park entrance to access the river while the rest of us will have to access the park down a VERY steep embankment with stairs.
Councillor Diana J. Scott expressed her concerns about the lack of sidewalk clearing during the recent heavy snow. This has made her sidewalk dangerous to walk on and impassible for some people. It also discourages walking. She has asked that the issue of a snow removal bylaw yet again be discussed. Mayor Manjak and Councillor Wavrecan pointed out that we are a "complaint" driven city and that it would be difficult to enforce. Many other cities have a bylaw regarding snow removal so it does not seem unreasonable that the City look at this particular issue again. Why do some of these issues seem impossible to deal with in our City yet are standard practice in many others?
FYI - 12.2 Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2300 - Cranbrook Rural Zoning Bylaw that was to be discussed relating specifically to a development in Gold Creek was removed from the agenda. It will be brought back at a later date.
Judy Bertalanic and Jim Dezall of Cranbrook Search and Rescue made a presentation to the City of Cranbrook thanking the City for their support over the years. Cranbrook Search and Rescue is celebrating its 35th year and works closely with the City. Cranbrook Search and Rescue respond to between 80-100 calls per year, many highway emergencies. It is an all volunteer group and we are certainly lucky to have these dedicated citizens working in our community.
Administration Updates
During the review of the Administration Updates, Councillor Bob Whetham expressed his concerns about the staff's review of a St. Marys Neighbourhood Plan bylaw that was brought to the city's attention in a letter by Sharon Cross, President of the Citizens for a Livable Cranbrook. The City Staff expressed their view that the Shadow Mountain Development is in full compliance with the St Mary Neighbourhood Plan which forms part of Cranbrook's Official Community Plan. However Councillor Whetham does not believe the development is in compliance specifically with Section ii) of The St. Mary Neighbourhood Plan which states,
"The City requires some public opportunity to access the piece of Crown Land through subdivision through the strata lands."
Both Councillors Jim Wavrecan and Denise Pallesen supported the Administration Report and think that the development is following the "intent" of the by-law. Mr. Whetham stated that this is a stand alone provision of the bylaw and that it is not related to any others and therefore the development is not in compliance. The City cannot pick and choose which parts of the bylaw it wishes to comply with. Councillor Whetham has asked that the bylaw be sent for legal advice as it could have serious consequences for the city in the future. Councillor Whetham did not vote in support of accepting the Administration Report. Many people should be concerned that while we, as taxpayers, are paying for the park we will not have equal access to it. Those who live in the development can walk or drive to the park entrance to access the river while the rest of us will have to access the park down a VERY steep embankment with stairs.
Councillor Diana J. Scott expressed her concerns about the lack of sidewalk clearing during the recent heavy snow. This has made her sidewalk dangerous to walk on and impassible for some people. It also discourages walking. She has asked that the issue of a snow removal bylaw yet again be discussed. Mayor Manjak and Councillor Wavrecan pointed out that we are a "complaint" driven city and that it would be difficult to enforce. Many other cities have a bylaw regarding snow removal so it does not seem unreasonable that the City look at this particular issue again. Why do some of these issues seem impossible to deal with in our City yet are standard practice in many others?
FYI - 12.2 Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2300 - Cranbrook Rural Zoning Bylaw that was to be discussed relating specifically to a development in Gold Creek was removed from the agenda. It will be brought back at a later date.
Monday, March 7, 2011
Advance Notes for the Council Meeting of March 7th 2011
Delegation
Judy Bertalanic and Jim Dezall, Cranbrook Search and Rescue re Presentation for Support
Administration Updates
There are a number of very interesting items included in the Administration Updates all of which can be read at:
http://cranbrook.ihostez.com/Documents/DocumentList.aspx?ID=1394
Included are:
Shadow Mountain – Access to the St, Mary’s River
The issue of access to the river through the piece of land to be purchased by the city for parkland remains contentious. Differing opinions on interpretation of the St Mary Neighbourhood Plan are evident. Strong public opinion exists around this topic. For the Chief Administration Officer’s interpretation please read at the above link.
Economic Development
The city recently participated in several initiatives of the Economic Development Association of BC. A one page advertorial and associated one page advertisement will appear in the 2011 Invest in BC magazine. This magazine has wide distribution both on the North American Continent and throughout the world.
The glowing advertisement can be read at the above link.
Engineering
Engineering will host 25 Selkirk students on a tour of Cranbrook’s Waste Water Treatment System.
It is interesting to note that local citizens have not been offered this opportunity despite requests.
Leisure Services
Curling – tickets went on sale February 21st. Riverdance tickets selling well.
CBT Grants
Funding for several projects has been applied for including one proposal to upgrade Clocktower Square.
RecPlex Heating
There are funds(amount?) in the budget for 2011 for this problem to be looked at.
Library
Policy Manual Review underway.
Public Works
An update on dead tree removal and trimming.
Correspondence
Twelve items
Some of the correspondence can be read by clicking on the individual pieces at:
http://cranbrook.ihostez.com/Documents/DocumentList.aspx?ID=1350
Item 9.7 is from the desk of This Old House editor notifying the city that Cranbrook has been selected as one of This Old House’s best Old House Neighbourhoods in 2011. Six winners can be seen at their website.
http://search.thisoldhouse.com/search.html?Ntt=best+places+2011
Item 9.12 proclaims March 14 – 22nd 2011 as Canada Water Week
Committee Recommendations
Lighting on Baker St.- Mt Baker School
Temporary Parking Signs for Key City Theatre
New Business
Judy Bertalanic and Jim Dezall, Cranbrook Search and Rescue re Presentation for Support
Administration Updates
There are a number of very interesting items included in the Administration Updates all of which can be read at:
http://cranbrook.ihostez.com/Documents/DocumentList.aspx?ID=1394
Included are:
Shadow Mountain – Access to the St, Mary’s River
The issue of access to the river through the piece of land to be purchased by the city for parkland remains contentious. Differing opinions on interpretation of the St Mary Neighbourhood Plan are evident. Strong public opinion exists around this topic. For the Chief Administration Officer’s interpretation please read at the above link.
Economic Development
The city recently participated in several initiatives of the Economic Development Association of BC. A one page advertorial and associated one page advertisement will appear in the 2011 Invest in BC magazine. This magazine has wide distribution both on the North American Continent and throughout the world.
The glowing advertisement can be read at the above link.
Engineering
Engineering will host 25 Selkirk students on a tour of Cranbrook’s Waste Water Treatment System.
It is interesting to note that local citizens have not been offered this opportunity despite requests.
Leisure Services
Curling – tickets went on sale February 21st. Riverdance tickets selling well.
CBT Grants
Funding for several projects has been applied for including one proposal to upgrade Clocktower Square.
RecPlex Heating
There are funds(amount?) in the budget for 2011 for this problem to be looked at.
Library
Policy Manual Review underway.
Public Works
An update on dead tree removal and trimming.
Correspondence
Twelve items
Some of the correspondence can be read by clicking on the individual pieces at:
http://cranbrook.ihostez.com/Documents/DocumentList.aspx?ID=1350
Item 9.7 is from the desk of This Old House editor notifying the city that Cranbrook has been selected as one of This Old House’s best Old House Neighbourhoods in 2011. Six winners can be seen at their website.
http://search.thisoldhouse.com/search.html?Ntt=best+places+2011
Item 9.12 proclaims March 14 – 22nd 2011 as Canada Water Week
Committee Recommendations
Lighting on Baker St.- Mt Baker School
Temporary Parking Signs for Key City Theatre
New Business
- RCMP Priorities
- RDEK Zoning Referral – Gold Creek
- 2011 Municipal Election – for information and costs http://cranbrook.ihostez.com/Documents/DocumentList.aspx?ID=1399
- Engineering Consultants
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Townsman Headline, East Hill Developer Seeks Input
http://www.dailytownsman.com/article/20110304/CRANBROOK0101/303049993/-1/cranbrook01/east-hill-developer-seeks-input
If you cannot use the front door you will try the back door. That only makes sense, so the fact that Mr. Isaman is going to seek a zoning amendment through the RDEK for his east hill property was to be expected. The fact that the brand new Rockyview OCP after much public consultation, has just been completed with zoning in place does not seem to matter. At this point we do not know what the developer has in mind for the property but it is encouraging that the public’s input is being requested. Many aspects of any potential development will impact our city regardless of city boundary issues so let’s hope all potential impacts are weighed extremely carefully.
Mr Isaman’s original concept plan, Appendix F, page 245
http://cranbrook4.shawbiz.ca/downloads/GMS_Vol2.pdf
is included in the Growth Management Study. We, Cranbrook tax payers, paid $1000 a page for this 500 page study. This is just part of what the Growth Management Study had to say:
Based on the conceptual urban framework for the east expansion area, a high-level traffic review was conducted. The key findings are summarised below.
· Since only three external accesses, corridors (two connecting to the existing city plus one connecting to Highway 3/93) were proposed for the east expansion area development, the projected traffic along the two transportation corridors would have been very high, about double the existing traffic along the Highway 3/95 corridor within the city.
One must assume one of those connecting highways is the potential road shown though the middle of the Community Forest; the other would be 2nd Avenue.
Workshops are to be held on this ‘new’ proposal and once again your input is requested and needed. Three workshops will be held March 22nd, 23rd, and 26th at the St Eugene Golf Resort.
To register email
David Savage rockyviewproject@gmail.com
with your name and interest.
If you cannot use the front door you will try the back door. That only makes sense, so the fact that Mr. Isaman is going to seek a zoning amendment through the RDEK for his east hill property was to be expected. The fact that the brand new Rockyview OCP after much public consultation, has just been completed with zoning in place does not seem to matter. At this point we do not know what the developer has in mind for the property but it is encouraging that the public’s input is being requested. Many aspects of any potential development will impact our city regardless of city boundary issues so let’s hope all potential impacts are weighed extremely carefully.
Mr Isaman’s original concept plan, Appendix F, page 245
http://cranbrook4.shawbiz.ca/downloads/GMS_Vol2.pdf
is included in the Growth Management Study. We, Cranbrook tax payers, paid $1000 a page for this 500 page study. This is just part of what the Growth Management Study had to say:
Based on the conceptual urban framework for the east expansion area, a high-level traffic review was conducted. The key findings are summarised below.
· Since only three external accesses, corridors (two connecting to the existing city plus one connecting to Highway 3/93) were proposed for the east expansion area development, the projected traffic along the two transportation corridors would have been very high, about double the existing traffic along the Highway 3/95 corridor within the city.
One must assume one of those connecting highways is the potential road shown though the middle of the Community Forest; the other would be 2nd Avenue.
Workshops are to be held on this ‘new’ proposal and once again your input is requested and needed. Three workshops will be held March 22nd, 23rd, and 26th at the St Eugene Golf Resort.
To register email
David Savage rockyviewproject@gmail.com
with your name and interest.
Friday, March 4, 2011
Editorial Comment on Cranbrook Reduces Carbon Emissions
I am certainly encouraged by the CAIRP (Climate Action Revenue Incentive Report) regarding the City of Cranbrook's efforts to reduce our Green House Gas Emissions. However one of the fundamental issues in our commitment to the Carbon Action Charter (CAC) is to produce compact municipalities or in other words; preventing sprawl. Given the City of Cranbrook's support for the East Hill expansion and Shadow Mountain, it seems impossible that the City is able to meet is commitment to the CAC. By keeping Development Cost Charges at rates which do not cover the City's expenses to provide services, we only encourage this type of development which is becoming increasingly unaffordable for municipalities across North America. The direction in urban design towards more compact, higher density housing is driven by several facts. Primarily, it costs more for cities to service larger areas and many cities, including ours, have to face tough economic realities. If the City of Cranbrook is serious about its commitment to the Carbon Action Charter then it will encourage the type of development that prevents sprawl. We can no longer afford it.
Cranbrook Takes Steps to Reduce Carbon Footprint
The City of Cranbrook has signed the Climate Action Charter (CAC) to be carbon neutral in corporate operations by 2012. The CAC is part of the Province's attempt to reduce greenhouse gases. The municipality is required to measure and report on our community greenhouse emissions, and work to create compact, more energy efficient communities. Communities who have signed onto the CAC and publicly report on their progress will be able to access the Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program.(CARIP). CARIP is designed to offset the carbon tax paid by local governments. Cranbrook has just presented its report for 2010. The City has been meeting some of its goals which include the low flow toilet rebate, completion of a business case for a bioenergy plant, considering alternative energy sources for buildings such as solar and geothermal. These are all promising and it is our hope that the City will follow through on many of these good ideas. To read the entire report please go to
http://www.cranbrook.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=401:city-takes-steps-toward-reducing-carbon-footprint&catid=76:2011-news&Itemid=569
http://www.cranbrook.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=401:city-takes-steps-toward-reducing-carbon-footprint&catid=76:2011-news&Itemid=569
Thursday, March 3, 2011
What's Happening ...
Rockies Film Series Thursday, March 3, 7pm at the Columbia Theatre. 'Somewhere' is the latest film from Sofia Coppola. Tickets at the door $12 or at Lotus Books $10
Tom Bungay at Ali Baba's Lounge, Finnegans Wake Pub starting at March 4, 7pm. Come out to support live music here in Cranbrook.
Friday March 4th 1:00pm
Free Computer Classes for Seniors 60+
Cranbrook Public Library
to register 250-417-2896
Friday March 4th, Saturday March 5th and Sunday March 6th
PROVINCIAL FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Rec Plex
What a great opportunity to see some fabulous skating.
Friends of the Cranbrook Public Library Magazine Sale Friday and Saturday, March 4 and 5, 10 am - 6pm in the Manual Training Room next to the Library. Large selections of magazines and VHS movies. Come out to support your public library.
Friday March 4th, Saturday March 5th
Bastardization of the Bard
Bard in Your Own Backyard Production
Stage Door 7:30pm
Also next week Wednesday to Saturday
Friday and Saturday March 4th and 5th
Watercolour Demonstrations
Fisher Peak Gallery
250-489-4702
Saturday March 5th
Ballet Kelowna
Key City Theatre 7:30pm
Saturday, March 5
Owling with Peter Davidson of the Rocky Mountain Naturalists, 7pm. Meet in the Staples parking lot. Phone Peter for more information 250-426-2458
Artrageous Gallery Saturday, March 5th- Last chance to see both Love, Lust, and other Appetites and the Ktunaxa Youth Cultural Exhibit. The gallery is open Tues. to Fri. 11am - 5pm and Saturday 11am to 3pm
Cranbrook's Woman of the Year 2011- Monday, March 7th 4pm.there will be a ceremony celebrating Velma McKay and Vicky Dalton. Please come out to celebrate these amazing women who have contributed so much to Cranbrook. The ceremony is being held at the Education Centre beside the Cranbrook Public Library
Career and Job Fair Thursday, March 10 1pm- 5pm College of the Rockies
Friday March 11th
Square Foot Gardening Seminar
with Doug Lyon
Cranbrook Public Library
Manual Training Room
$10 at the door
1-250-429-3519
Tom Bungay at Ali Baba's Lounge, Finnegans Wake Pub starting at March 4, 7pm. Come out to support live music here in Cranbrook.
Friday March 4th 1:00pm
Free Computer Classes for Seniors 60+
Cranbrook Public Library
to register 250-417-2896
Friday March 4th, Saturday March 5th and Sunday March 6th
PROVINCIAL FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Rec Plex
What a great opportunity to see some fabulous skating.
Friends of the Cranbrook Public Library Magazine Sale Friday and Saturday, March 4 and 5, 10 am - 6pm in the Manual Training Room next to the Library. Large selections of magazines and VHS movies. Come out to support your public library.
Friday March 4th, Saturday March 5th
Bastardization of the Bard
Bard in Your Own Backyard Production
Stage Door 7:30pm
Also next week Wednesday to Saturday
Friday and Saturday March 4th and 5th
Watercolour Demonstrations
Fisher Peak Gallery
250-489-4702
Saturday March 5th
Ballet Kelowna
Key City Theatre 7:30pm
Saturday, March 5
Owling with Peter Davidson of the Rocky Mountain Naturalists, 7pm. Meet in the Staples parking lot. Phone Peter for more information 250-426-2458
Artrageous Gallery Saturday, March 5th- Last chance to see both Love, Lust, and other Appetites and the Ktunaxa Youth Cultural Exhibit. The gallery is open Tues. to Fri. 11am - 5pm and Saturday 11am to 3pm
Cranbrook's Woman of the Year 2011- Monday, March 7th 4pm.there will be a ceremony celebrating Velma McKay and Vicky Dalton. Please come out to celebrate these amazing women who have contributed so much to Cranbrook. The ceremony is being held at the Education Centre beside the Cranbrook Public Library
Career and Job Fair Thursday, March 10 1pm- 5pm College of the Rockies
Friday March 11th
Square Foot Gardening Seminar
with Doug Lyon
Cranbrook Public Library
Manual Training Room
$10 at the door
1-250-429-3519
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Around Town and Looking Good - Cleared Sidewalks
Nothing like a cleared sidewalk for little legs, old legs, short dog legs, Mom's and Dad's with baby buggies legs, people with walking sticks and walker frames, people walking to work legs and for that matter anyone and everybody. In a couple of days we may be running with water once again when wet ice can be treacherous.
We truly appreciate those who care about the safety of all walkers. Thank you for clearing your sidewalks.
We truly appreciate those who care about the safety of all walkers. Thank you for clearing your sidewalks.
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| constant snow and constant clearing but this sidewalk will soon be clear of ice |
after a three day thaw this sidewalk is compact ice - no fun and dangerous
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