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Both the Town and the Columbia Shuswap Regional District are celebrating a win this week after coming to an agreement to fund the Golden Municipal Swimming Pool using Eco-nomic Opportunity Funds (EOF).

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Its pretty monumental, she Mayor Chris-tina Benty. What it does is recognizes the regional nature of the pool and of recreational services. Its a huge cost to municipal taxpayers that is now going to be done through the EOF.

EOF is money that can be used for services that benefit residents of both Golden and Area A.

The decision to jointly fund the pool comes as the Town and the CSRD continue to explore shared services agreements for services that have benefits to residents of both Golden and Area A.

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Town and CSRD reach funding agreement for pool

Davis Lundstrom runs along the Rotary Trail on Thursday afternoon during Lady Grey Elementary Schools Run Clubs weekly run. A group of LGES students meet every Tuesday and Thursday on their own time to go for a run. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo

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Continued from pasge 1Kicking Horse Culture and the Nordic Ski Club

have similarly received funding through EOF. Area A Director Garry Habart prefers this

method over taxation. Funding through taxation is tough for me

in order to get tax money for that it would have to be through a referendum, Habart said. (The EOF) is community economic development moneyand I think that kind of money should be used for swimming pools and arenas and even

Kicking Horse Culture is being funded by that. In my view, thats what those funds should be used for.

The agreement is just for 2015, but Mayor Benty hopes that it will set a precedent for the future of both the pool and other opportunities for cost-sharing.

The very fact that there is a recognition that this facility serves Golden and area, I think it opens the door and allows for that conversation to take place, she said.

Benty: Agreement opens the door

Area A Director Garry Habart and Mayor Christina Benty smile for a photo after signing an agreement that outlines cost sharing for the swimming pool for 2015. Photo Submitted

Early YearsopeningParents and their young children turned out in droves for the grand opening of the Golden Early Years Centre on Friday. Pictured is Brandi Lafleur with her children, Owen (left) and Holt. Joel Tansey/ Star Photo

The Golden Star Wednesday, October 22, 2014 www.thegoldenstar.net A3

You will hear much about Shared Service Agreements during the election campaign so it is worth explaining some of the issues. Services provided in Kicking Horse Country can be used by both town and Area A residents. These are shared services and the debate revolves around who should pay for them.

The concept of shared service has been applied in the valley for many years, however over the past two decades the burden of payment for shared services has shifted onto the taxpayers of Golden. Allocation of expenses must undergo a comprehensive review. There are a number of funding models under the heading of shared service agreements that need to be considered.

The arena has operated under a Shared Service Agreement since inception. It is owned by the regional district and operating expenses are shared between the town and Area A based on population, roughly 47-53 in 2014. The allocation of expenses could be based on variables such as

BC assessment values, population, or facility usage.

Kicking Horse Culture, another shared service, was funded in equal parts by the taxpayers of Golden and Area A.

In 2013 KHC was fully funded by the Economic Opportunity Fund (EOF). In 2014 a 3-year agreement was reached to fund KHC through the EOF. The EOF is just part of the payments made by BC Hydro in lieu of property taxes for the dams and generating facilities. In essence BC Hydro is paying for Kicking Horse Culture.

A key strategy to eliminating the annual financial deficit and building a strong financial foundation is to develop other financing models for our shared services. For example the swimming pool is owned and operated by the town at a cost of $275,000 per year paid solely by the taxpayers of Golden. The regional director for Area A has agreed to allocate EOF funds for this facility for 2015. If a long-term shared-funding model can be negotiated, the annual

deficit for the town of Golden will be reduced significantly.

To support all the facilities and services that make Golden a great place to live, we need to build a strong financial foundation. Long-term Shared Service Agreements are critical to securing our future.

Golden needs a decisive mayor with a strong financial background. I have the ability and desire to bring these negotiations with Area to a successful conclusion. I ask for your support to do so.

Shared Service Agreements

Keith Hern For Mayor

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Passionate about Golden

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Members of BC Ambulance and Golden Fire Rescue tend to a woman who was struck by a vehicle at the crosswalk in front of the Post Office on 9th Avenue North on Thursday Oct. 16. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo

Pedestrian hit at 9th Ave. crosswalkJoel [email protected]

Pedestrian struck by vehicle

A woman suffered minor injuries after she was struck by a vehicle on the after-noon of Oct. 16.

The woman was reportedly crossing at the crosswalk near the post office when a vehicle, turning onto 9th Avenue North, struck her. No char-ges had been laid as of Friday. The file remains under inves-tigation.

Accident on Hwy. 95

Also on Oct. 16,

police were called to a single vehicle accident south of Harrogate.

A tractor trailer went off the road and left the male driver trapped in the vehicle behind the steering wheel.

The truck was load-ed with processed lum-ber.

A specialized tow truck was used to extract the driver out of the vehicle, who was in stable condition in the hospital as of Fri-day.

The accident led to a two hour closure of the highway.

Heather Hill acci-dent

A semi loaded with

produce rolled over the morning of Oct. 16 near Heather Hill.

The accident remains under inves-tigation. No injuries were reported.

Prowler scared away

Police received a report on Oct. 10 of a potential break and enter in the King Cr. area.

The owners spotted the suspect on their porch in the early hours of the morning. Startled, the individual fled the scene.

This incident comes just a week after a break and enter in the same neighbour-hood.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police at 250-344-2221.

Election tampering

Police received a report that some of the election signs had been removed or dam-aged.

The report came from one of the muni-cipal election candi-dates.

Golden Trustees acclaimedGolden Star [email protected]

Only three names were put in the hat for the three School Board Trustee spots to represent Golden on the Rocky Mountain School District 6 board.

Shannon Hood, Jane Fearing and Rhonda Smith, who currently hold the three positions, have won by acclimation. And they will continue to hold their seats for the four year term.

The board will, however, see a change in its chair.School board chairperson, and trustee from Invermere, Jim Jenkinson is

not seeking re-election.For the past two years, he served as the boards chair.As his youngest daughter readies to graduate high school, Mr. Jenkinson

said that its time for new leadership.Its not to say trustees need to have kids in school, but personally I felt

thats what made me relevant, he said. Many kidless trustees in the prov-ince do a great job.

*With files from the Invermere Valley Echo

On November 15th VOTEMake your FIRST choice for Councillor

CHRIS HAMBRUCH Experience Team Player Committed to Resolving Issues Have the Time to dedicate to CouncilPhone: 250-344-2864 Email: [email protected]

Authorized by Chris Hambruch 250-344-2864

Please note the correction in the physical address for Candidate Connie Barlow in the 2014 General Election Notice of Election. The Town of Golden apologizes for last weeks error in address.

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The Golden Stars 2014 Election Question of the WeekCandidates for Mayor, whats your most valuable asset that you will bring to the role of Mayor?

Candidates for Town Council, whats your most valuable asset that you will bring to council?

Keith HernThe most valuable assets I bring to the position of may-

or are my leadership skills, some innate and some learned.While I have demonstrated leadership roles in both suc-

cessful businesses and professional associations, I also have extensive experience in volunteer positions.

In my teens I was head boy, captain of one rugby team and coach for another, and captain of the swim team.

Later I became a director of the Alberta Squash Rackets Association, a volunteer Canadian Ski Patroller, and treas-urer and president of Silver Springs Court Condominium Corporation.

I was president of the Canadian Hobie Cat Association and represented Canada in two world championships.

While treasurer and commodore of the Calgary Yacht Club finances improved, the membership grew and the club developed a strong junior program. I was elected president of the Alberta Sailing Association and Regatta Chairman of the Western Canada Intermediate Sailing Championships.

I led the team that developed and hosted the Annual Nancy Greene skill awards festival attracting over 350 athletes and coaches to Lake Louise.

I became president of Calgarys National Alpine Training Centre and volunteered countless hours for the Lake Louise World Cup and the provincial teams who trained on the course.

Ron OszustThe most important quality that I bring to my role as May-

or is the person I have evolved into through my life experi-ences (both the rewarding and challenging times). My val-ues and beliefs system are what guide me. By this I mean my patterns of behavior, thought and ethics. This includes:

Honesty in how I behave and interact with othersIntellectual capacity in my ability to navigate through

and retain large amounts of information Confidence I have a firm belief in my skills and abilitiesUnderstanding I am empathetic, courteous and unselfishIn regards to our community; I am:-optimistic and enthusiastic about the future of this com-

munity-ethical and I allow others to be heard-a team player who believes in Accountability, Transparency, Respect, Engagement,

Empowerment and Sustainability-self-disciplined and intrinsic rewards are enough for me-involved in numerous community building activities-able to bring forward a historical perspective and knowledge based involvement with

unbiased perspective- respected by my regional colleagues and other levels of government. These personality traits are part of my being; as a result of my life experience, my dedica-

tion of service to others and the path that life has taken me on.

Leslie AdamsI consider my connec-

tions with people in our community to be the most valuable asset that I would bring to the council table. Through my employment, my education and my vol-unteer experiences over the last 24 years, I have focussed on building rela-tionships with members of our community from every walk of life.

I have connections with service providers, youth, seniors, families and people who have come here from all over the world. I enjoy getting to know people; I am always curious about their experiences and I want to understand how they feel and what matters to them.

I work hard to be help-ful, approachable and a non-judgemental listener. And I want people to advise me on what they think is important. I want to be held accountable for the deci-sions that I will make on council.

At each election, we col-lectively choose a group of citizens to act as our repre-sentatives for decision-mak-ing, and it is important, in my mind, that the council-lors we choose embody a wide range of experiences. The relationships and con-nections that I bring will help to ensure that our new council is responsive and accountable to everyone.

Lori BaxendaleThe strongest asset I can

bring to the Council team is Collaboration: My love of it, the value I hold in it, my reverence for what it can achieve and my commit-ment to practising it with all decisions and issues.

Theres a significant dif-ference between mere-ly working together and truly collaborating with one another. Achieving true collaboration in which the whole is definite-ly more than the mere sum of the individual parts is challenging. People have to set aside their egos, trust one another, and share their expertise willingly. Composing the ideal team is critical; a team that has cohesion, stability and a positive team culture. Look for the common ground among the team, that com-mon ground should con-tinually be whats best for the community as a whole. This shared purpose helps encourage the atmosphere of collaboration as well as sacrifice for the great-er good of the desired end result.

There is such vast experi-ence, skills, education and perspectives available in our lives. As mere mor-tals we can not possess it all. Sharing it, capturing it, pooling the resources, can expand our collective intel-ligence and abilities to solu-tions far beyond the reach of the individual. Together we are stronger.

Andrew CommonsThe most valuable asset

that I can bring to Coun-cil is my wealth of business experience.

As a long-time business owner in Golden and resi-dent of the area, I have a passion for the continued vibrancy of our commun-ity. In order to support the ideals and goals of com-munity sustainability and development, I believe it is my responsibility and obli-gation to participate in the leadership of our com-munitys vision for a vibrant future. Pursuing a leader-ship role on the Town of Goldens Council is the nat-ural step in my continued passion to help build and sustain our community.

Elected local officials play a key role in supporting the community as custod-ians of public service to cre-ate a long-term vision for a vibrant and resilient com-munity.

I understand the need to be accountable to the people of the commun-ity and the need to make responsible decisions to manage risk and reward. As a business leader and com-munity advocate, I bring a sense of understand-ing, vision, and passion to make effective decisions as an elected official that bal-ances the needs of today in order to meets the needs of tomorrow.

Connie BarlowThe relationship I have

with people is the most important asset I will bring to Council.

I have a balanced under-standing of how this com-munity works together a functional knowledge of how government works; how non profits work inter-nally and collaboratively; and the conditions busi-nesses, individuals and fam-ilies need to be healthy.

With this balanced under-standing I have been a key partner in a number of recent community projects. Mountain View Seniors Housing, the Age Friend-ly Community Plan, the new Early Years Centre, the Golden Youth Centre, the Early Learning and Child Care Centre are all initia-tives where the relationship among the partners is recog-nized as the primary factor of success. We are all proud of what we have accom-plished together.

I will bring the values of collaboration, communica-tion and cooperation to the Council table. Differing opinions will come out of debate and dialogue. I am not afraid of a good fight. Standing on my principles, I will remain committed to an improved quality of life for everyone.

The relationship I have with people is my most important asset.

Your vote DOES count. Please vote on November 15th.

Jim deBolebecThis week we were asked

by the Editor what is the most valuable asset we would bring to Council if elected? I would hope that you, the voting public, are not going to assess a candi-date and say Oh, this per-son would do a good job on Council for this single rea-son.

The problems current-ly facing Golden were brought about primarily because of tunnel vision. What one should be look-ing for are candidates that bring varied talents not just one.

In my case I bring a well rounded career. I started off as a government employ-ee then worked for private industry and finally owned and operated my own con-sulting business. I am now semi-retired working part time for a local business. I have volunteered and held various positions in a num-ber of local and provin-cial organizations and con-tinue to do so.

The most valuable asset that I would bring to Town Council is that I am a resi-dent of Golden that faces the same everyday prob-lems as you the taxpay-ers. I would work diligent-ly with Council to pro-vide an environment that is favourable to both resi-dents and business to make one proud and encour-age others to make Golden their home.

Janet CrandallThe most valuable asset

I would bring to council is the experience I gained while working at the Gold-en Star. From a manage-ment perspective, as a pub-lisher I was responsible for managing all aspects of the business, in addition to the day-to-day operation of running a newspaper. Much can be gained from working at a community newspaper in a small town.

I see a parallel between the newspaper and coun-cil. Like council, a small-town newspaper must have a view of the community as a whole, and a view of its parts with similar and con-flicting interests leading to a unique responsibility of community focus. It takes a certain kind of person or group of people to do either kind of work effect-ively and love it, because at some point the realization sets in that it is peoples lives that youre dealing with. How one deals with people is paramount to any situa-tion, regardless of what that situation is.

While working for the newspaper taught me much about the business world and about the work-ings of this community, I believe my experience in dealing effectively with people is a transferable asset that will serve coun-cil, and ultimately the com-munity, well.


Candidates for Area A Director, what personal asset or strength do you have that makes you the best representative for the people of Area A?

Bruce FairleyThe most valuable asset

which I would bring to Town Council would be a level of management and advocacy skills that I do not believe can be matched by any other candidate for councilor.

This skill set includes familiarity with complex financial transactions, abil-ity to read and interpret financial statements, and management of a profit-able business year in and year out.

Also I have managed a staff of four professionals for more than 25 years who have provided a high level of service to the commun-ity. As a business owner, I am very sensitive to seeing that the Town gets the best value for taxpayer dollars.

These skills have bene-fited many organizations in the community, and my volunteer record likely exceeds that of any other candidate. It includes stints as Chair of the former Eco-nomic Development Com-mittee, President of the Rotary Club, Governor of College of the Rockies and Chair of its Finance Com-mittee, Treasurer of sever-al organizations including the Nordic Club and the Regional Wildsight Board, and more than 20 years of involvement in land use planning forums. I also founded the Committee of Responsible Electors which advocated successfully for better oversight of the Towns financial expendi-tures.

Chris HambruchI feel that my most valu-

able asset to council is the time I have to spend working on the duties that a Councillor has.

As most people know, I am on CPP disability pen-sion due to MS. I feel that being a town councillor is my full time job, one that I have devoted myself to for 18 years. I have the time to dedicate to meet-ing with individuals and groups to discuss issues and to look for solutions.

I also have time to join many sub-commit-tees and devote myself to researching the issues and helping find suitable solutions to the issues that come up with gov-erning the town.

Serge LamarcheDifficult question to

answer. The most valu-able asset always depends on the situation to start with. Everyone has qual-ities, knowledge and skills that will be of value in some situations but less so in others.

The council will have to take decisions most-ly. Councillors would need enough knowledge, judgement and impar-tiality as a group to be able to decide for the best of the population. They also need to have a sense of justice and goodness so that the society can be sustainable. With my training in science and research, I would say that I can certainly bring the ability to analyse honestly and impartially situations and issues arising.

I think the council should also have some diversity but strongly rooted in Canada. I think also that councillors should consider the value of arguments above the position or wealth of the people forwarding them.

This means remaining skeptical and truly under-stand the arguments in question. Being able to actively participate in frank discussions on issues is certainly a plus. In a nutshell and with-out being too specific, I would say I can bring a balanced, impartial, hon-est analysis of local issues that would align with sus-tainable Canadian values.

Eddie LeiganIf elected to council I

believe I could bring the extremely valuable asset of being able to connect with and understand the young-er demographic of Gold-en. I am able and willing to connect with all age demo-graphics of Golden, how-ever, I believe it is critical to engage the youth with making decisions about the future of Golden.

I would like to be a chan-nel that the younger gen-eration will feel comfort-able approaching and tak-ing to about their visions for Golden and their con-cerns about things happen-ing within our community.

The younger demo-graphic could give me feed-back for council discus-sions, ensuring that they are being represented. They need to have a say in what is going on within our com-munity, subsequently cre-ating a sense of pride that their opinions and choices are shaping the community that they live in.

I believe if we engage the youth and future commun-ity leaders with choices and issues that are import-ant to their lives that we will see a rise in the number of engaged youth going for-ward into the future. I would be honored to be chosen as the individual to make this connection and engagement happen.

Caleb MossThe primary role of a

town councilor is to set policy for the municipal-ity. Setting policy entails influencing the crafting of resolutions and bylaws. As an elected official you have but one vote as an individ-ual. In order to be effective, it is imperative to be able to function as a diverse and dynamic legislative body.

The asset I bring to the table which I consider most valuable is an ability to syn-thesize diverse information and disparate points of view in a high level manner.

During my two terms on council I have been very successful in gaining the respect of and forming excellent working relation-ships with each and every councilor I have sat along-side, regardless of ideo-logical foundation. These strong working relation-ships are based on my breadth of experience and skill in keeping the policy issues at the forefront, being more concerned with making good deci-sions than with being right, and always doing so while taking it seriously but hold-ing it lightly.

I am most proud of the fact that I work passionate-ly for this community, and do so in a personal style that is dynamic, amusing (most-ly), inclusive and context-ually relevant.

Bob MunroThe most valuable asset

I bring to council is my Strategic & Management experience.

During my career I helped establish Strategic Plans on both a national & provincial level. In other roles I was responsible for leading & managing teams of employees to the suc-cessful achievement of Strategic Plans.

Many of these skills have been used in the establish-ment of our own success-ful small business.

Golden needs a Strategic Plan that will preserve the services & benefits we enjoy today; one that ensures our children and future generations will be able to enjoy these same benefits at a price they can afford.

The Town needs to start saving large amounts of money for major road, sewer & water improve-ments and renovations/upgrades to facilities such as the Rec Plex, swimming pool, river dykes, parks & trails and other Town facilities.

We need to establish key priorities and ensure your tax dollars are wisely spent.

We can maintain & enhance existing servi-ces & programs but more importantly we need the discipline to set aside sig-nificant funding so that future generations can enjoy them as well.

My Strategic & Manage-ment experience will be a valuable resource in this pro-cess.

Karen CathcartPartnership Development I learned a long time ago, that in

order to maximum the results of any program or community pro-ject, you need to build a team that not only has the skills but also the ability to move a project to comple-tion. Partnerships development is all about bringing diverse people to the table, establishing rapport, and therefore achieving positive results with people very early on in the process; recognizing that everyone at the table is seeking to achieve their own ends. By doing so, you create trust, and confidence in those around you.

The best example of this partnership model is the Ear-ly Learning and Care Project that is currently on-going in our community. The success of this project to date has been due to the community support and engagement of many diverse groups.

As your Area A Director, I will build an advisory team that has diverse representation, ensuring maximum results.

Brian SpainI believe I am the best represent-

ative for Area A because I have pas-sion; a passion to see my home town grow. I grew up on Campbell road living my first 18 years there. I have a passion to see my commun-ity be a better place for my children then it was for me. I have an eager-ness to fight for the underdog. For my position inside the Telecommunication Works Union I represent my members form Golden to Cranbrook to Fer-nie and Creston at a national body. I know full well how to make the little guys voice heard. I am young and full of energy and new ideas. I support the arts and community events. I love Golden and I believe that my inexperience in politics is exactly the thing that Areas A needs, a fresh look at things. My name is Brian Spain and I want to be your Area A director.

Garry HabartThe most valuable asset that I

bring to the position of Area A dir-ector is an understanding of, and empathy with, the people in Area A.

I find it awkward to blow my own horn, so I asked others in Area A what they thought was my major asset and this is what they told me;

They say Im approachable, easy to talk to, open mind-ed, and unpretentious. Ive worked hard for the residents of Area A to represent their views. Im sensitive to the financial conditions, and conscious of the difficulties, of Area A residents.

They appreciate that I have held the line and even reduced property taxes. They like that Im flexible yet firm in my positions when warranted; Im prepared to say no and dont sit on the fence for political gain.

They know that as a farmer I have had to work hard all my life and that I am working hard as Area A director to make life better for everyone.

If re-elected, I will continue to work hard and do my best for the people of Area A.

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Dear Editor:

How wonderful it is to see that 12 interested people have filed their papers to run for a seat on Gold-en Town council. This amount of interest shows that we are living in a healthy vibrant community!

Even though only six of the twelve will be successful, we all must take time to understand just what each candidate stands for and how much value and effective-ness they will provide if elected.

Some things to ask yourself when deciding:

Have they shows an interest in the Town in the past by volunteer-

ing, attending council meetings or being active in clubs or organ-izations? Do they have a vested interest in the town?

By this I mean do they own or operate a business within the Town of Golden?

Even though we consider Gold-en and Area A of the Regional Dis-trict to be a community that works together, does your potential vote go to someone who lives in Golden or do you feel someone who lives in the regional district will be just as keen and effective? This not only applies to a vote for council members but also who to vote for as the next mayor.

Finally, something to give ser-ious consideration to is that you

do not have to vote for all six can-didates. If you feel there is only one, two, three or more that you want to see representing you, vote only for those. Your ballot will not be considered void if you do this.

There is absolutely no obliga-tion to vote for someone you feel will just fill a seat and not offer any-thing constructive and meaning-ful that will benefit our town.

Think very clearly and carefully about how you vote. These people will be our representatives for the next four years!

Sincerely,Julia CundliffeFormer Town Councillor

EMP Exposure

Dear Editor,

I am responding to the letter to the editor on EMF Exposure in last weeks newspaper.

I have read a lot about the health effects of electro-magnetic fields (EMF) and likewise find it very dif-ficult to see possible harm being done to children because valuable information has not been given to consumers.

There is much money being made from the prolif-eration of wireless technology and those making the money do not want the public to know there is any

harm. A documentary film Taking Back Your Power is

available for viewing and provides a lot of interesting information.

That film will be available for loan at the showing of another film -- Full Signal -- on Wednesday, October 29 at 7 p.m. -- upstairs at The Island restaurant.

This film is about the exposure we receive from wireless signals that are all around us.

There will be a discussion and tips on protecting your families health.

Inge ClappertonGolden

As Im working on lay-ing out pages, and fin-ishing up some articles for this weeks paper, I find myself distracted by something Im see-ing on Facebook.

Im sure I wasnt the only one who noticed an election debate unfolding on the Gold-en Community page on Monday.

Facebook is a great medium for open dia-logue, but with it comes a certain danger of losing sight of an issue.

When we arent looking directly into peoples faces, we have a tendency to say things we wouldnt normally say. In other words, conver-sations tend to go sideways when comments become too negative.

Having said that, I was actually elated to see a political debate taking place at all.

With voter turnouts consistently getting low-er and lower (not just in Golden, but all around the country), it made me optimistic to see that people not only still care about the well-being of their community, but see the connection between elected officials and the future of the Town.

That is not to say that I thought for even a second that the people of Golden and area did not care about their community. The volunteer-ism here provides ample evidence to the con-trary.

But to see residents speak up about issues that are perhaps not their typical area of interest is inspiring. And when people care about their community and what is going on in it, its easy to see how people get emotional and veer off topic a bit.

There are other election time faux pas that are less understandable.

Already this year, just a week into official cam-paign period, there were problems with election signs being tampered with.

Not only is this in very poor taste, it is also very illegal.

Id like to think this is an isolated incident and that it wont happen again. And Id really like to think that it was an accident in the first place, and that no one meant to damage or remove any signs.

But mostly I hope that the public discourse will continue, in whatever forum whether its Face-book, face to face conversations, or something more formal like the all candidates forum. And I hope that the discourse remains respectful and on topic.


Stingers to gas com-panies for making Golden known as the place in B.C. with the highest gas prices.

Stars to the lady who helped me when I stumbled at the Post Office last Wednesday. Much appreciated!

Stingers to to people who complain when

they are being given something for free. Just say thank you!

A great big Star to Whitetooth Bistro. You guys rock!

Stingers to whoever threw up on the steps entering my apart-ment building and didnt clean it up.

Stingers to people

who complain like its their job. Cheer up, buttercup.

Stingers to gas prices. Its getting to the point where one cant even afford to fill up their tank anymore!

Stars to Curtis McKenzie for realizing his dream and making his NHL debut. Way to go Curtis!

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When injury or illness becomes a life sentence of povertyEarlier this month, when I had the opportunity in

the Legislature to respond to the BC Liberals Throne Speech, I decided that one of the things I had to talk about was the level of enforced poverty that members of our communities live in. And this poverty results from very deliberate decisions made by our Premier and mem-bers of her caucus every day.

In my work as MLA, I hear so many real stories of people who simply have no options; due to age or disability they cannot earn a living and the amount provided to them through government programs leaves them living at a level that none of us would find acceptable. And I know that government MLAs hear these stories too, yet they say nothing, and they do nothing to make things better.

I told the House about a veteran I had met, who despite his service to our country, now is forced to live on only $906 per month. Because of disability, he is eligible for provin-

cial Person with Disability (PWD) benefits, but because this program requires the clawback of other income, he loses his veterans pension of around $700 per month.

Far too often, a serious injury or illness can leave a person completely unable to work, and when all other resources are exhausted, they are forced into the PWD program. And this outcome is essentially a life sentence of poverty.

Our nearest provincial neighbor, traditionally gov-erned by very conservative politicians, provides signifi-cantly more to its citizens who require income support due to disability. Albertas income support program pro-vides nearly $700 a month more. And there are few com-munities in British Columbia with a lower cost of living than Alberta.

How can we can continue to keep people in such grind-ing poverty? Why would we choose to bring our fellow cit-izens to such a reduced state?

My political views are pretty simple. I think we should stand together.

We pool our resources to edu-cate our children and provide healthcare services to every-one. We pool our resources to ensure that the disabled who cannot earn income are provid-ed for. But government policy is not keeping up with our societ-al choice.

It is time to raise Person with Disability benefits to a level that actually allows these citizens, who are in need through no fault of their own, to have a reasonable standard of living.

Poverty in this province a result of government decisions: MLA

Golden Gas Prices

Editor,

In August of this year I traveled from Ituna Saskatch-ewan to Golden to visit family. On leaving Ituna the gas price was $1.25.9 a litre. On arriving in Golden I was shocked to see the gas price at $1.41.9.

On traveling further into the B.C. interior the gas prices were lower by as much as 9 cents a litre. On returning to

Saskatchewan 10 days later the gas price had lowered to $1.23.9 On the 3rd of October I once again traveled to Golden still to find the gas price was still $1.41.9. In the ten days that I was there the price of a barrel of oil had fall-en to $81.

I can only say that the people of Golden and visitors are being gouged, ripped off or any other term you want to use. The oil companies and or merchants of Golden can give any excuse they want it still does not alter the fact that Golden is paying too much for gas.

I would suggest talking to your local MLA but I dont think it would do any good as he is too busy sticking up for his teacher buddies against the BC Liberals. As for town council, they are on their way out so that wont work. Hopefully the new mayor and town council will address this economic crippling problem.

Robert BarbourItuna.SK


Golden Cinema presents:Gone Girl starts Friday October 24 to 29 at 7pm.

This WeekA.P.E.S. After School Program Monday to Friday 3 -5:30pm. $12/day for ages 5 to 11. To register please leave a message at 250-272-0425.StrongStart a free, school based learning program bir th-5years. Mon&Fri 12-3:30pm, Wed 2-5pm, Tuesdays&Thursdays 8:45-11:45am. Call Shelley for more info 250-439-9324.Karen Brodie Archibald: Up Close runs until Nov.1 at the Art Gallery of Golden.

Wed, Oct. 22Golden Public Health pres-ents Baby Talk for new parents and kids every Wednesday from 1:30-3pm in the Early Learning Centre. 12 months and under. 250-344-3001 for more info.Hapkido Martial Arts Wednesdays, Arena Lounge 6-7pm (kids) 7:15-8:15pm (adults).Badminton Drop-in Wednesdays, 7-9pm at the Mount 7 Rec Plex $7 ($5 stu-dents/seniors) bring racket.Kicking Horse Gymnastics AGM Oct.22 at 7:30pm at 1333 Selkirk Dr. Job Skills 2 Day Workshop Oct.22 10am-4pm. Beef up your cover letter, resume, interview, job search and networking skills. 250-344-5413 to register.

Thurs, Oct. 23 Mens Drop-in BasketballThursdays from 8-10pm at the Rec Plex. $8.Bridge Club every Thursday at the Seniors Centre from 1-4pm. 250-344-5448.Golden Toastmasters Thursdays, 7:30pm at the College of the Rockies.Mountain Magic Quilters Guild Thursdays, 7:30-9pm in the Golden High Schools sewing room. New members and guests welcome, annu-al membership is $25.Jam Night at the Golden Taps Pub every Thursday.A.A Meetings Thursdays,

at the Family Centre, 421 9th Ave N. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.Golden Youth Centre Band Of Guys drop-in for male teens (12-18) every Thursday from 3:45-5:30pm.Job Skills 2 Day Workshop Oct.23 10am-12pm. Beef up your cover letter, resume, interview, job search and networking skills. 250-344-5413 to register.Kicking Horse Culture pres-ents Live Kicks: Servantes Oct.23, 7:30pm at the Civic Centre.

Fri, Oct. 24A.A Meetings Fridays at the Lutheran Church basement 915 - 9th St S. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.Golden Youth Centre drop-in Fridays from 3:30-7:30pm.Karaoke Night at The Mad Trapper every Friday night.Meat Draw every Friday at The Legion 5:30pm.Friday Night Bridge at 7pm at St. Andrews Centre for Peace. 250-344-5448.Mother Goose Program Fridays 10:30-11:30am at the Early Years Centre (down-town 423 9th Ave N). Free and snacks are included.Special Olympics FUNdamentals youth program Fridays 9-10am at APES. For children 7-12 years with intellectual dis-abilities. Call Cyra 250-919-0757 for more info.FREE Settlement Services to help newcomers to Canada with English lan-guage training, citizenship, community resources, bank-ing, housing, and more! Fridays from 9-11am. Call 250-344-8392.Turn On The Lights For Womens Safety Fundraiser Oct.24 from 4-8pm at Free Energy (1210 Trans Canada) live music and BBQ. Soup Day at the Golden Seniors Centre Oct.24, 11:30am-1pm $6.

Sat, Oct. 25Meat Draw Saturdays at The Legion 5pm.A.A Meetings Saturdays at the Golden Museum 1302 - 11th Ave S. All meetings are

open and start at 8pm.Story Time at the Library drop in for kids all ages 10:30-11:30am until Dec.13.Kicking Horse Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards Oct.25, 6-10pm at the Civic Centre.CP & IGA host a BBQ to show support for Colbin Armstong in the IGA parking lot Oct.25 from 12-4pm.Halloween Howl Oct.25 from 2-4pm at the Mount 7 Rec Plex.Costume Public Skate 5:30-6:45pm Oct.25.Legion Ladies Auxiliarys Garage Sale Oct.25, 9am-3pm Legion Banquet Hall.

Sun, Oct. 26Sunday Howl open mic at the Wolfs Den Sundays 4-8pm.Magic the Gathering Game Tournament 12-5pm at Bizarre Entertainment.Legion Ladies Auxiliarys Garage Sale Oct.26, 9am-3pm Legion Banquet Hall.

Mon, Oct. 27Join the Cadets. Free pro-gram meets every Tuesday, 6:30-8:30pm at the Legion Banquet Hall. For young men and women ages 12-18.Seniors Day at Reflections Hair Studio Mondays 15% off all regular priced ser-vices, call 250-344-5766. Heroclix League 6-9pm Mondays at Bizarre Entertainment.Picnic in the Park Play and Chat every Monday from 11:30am-1:30pm at the Alexander Park Elementary playground.Family Dinner Play and Learn Mondays 5-7pm at the Early Years Centre (downtown 423 9th Ave N). Free program includes dinner, parent dis-cussion with child minding. 250-439-9665 to register. Grief and Loss Support Group starts Sept.22 for 9 weeks 7:30-9pm at the Pentecostal Church. 250-344-2459.Telling Our Life Stories Writing Workshop Mondays 10am-12pm. Learn techniques to organize memoirs. No writing experience necessary. 250-439-9665 to register. The Cadets meet Mondays

6:30-8:30pm at the Legion Banquet Hall.Golden Youth Centre drop-in every Monday from 5-8pm.Nicholson Parent & Tot Mondays from 9-11am at Nicholson School.Hapkido Martial Arts Mondays, Arena Lounge 6-7pm (kids) 7:15-8:15pm (adults).Golden Youth Rec Hockey Mondays 8-9pm, ages 13-18 until Feb.23.Badminton Drop-in Mondays, 7-830pm at the Mount 7 Rec Plex $6 ($5 students/seniors) bring racket.

Tues, Oct. 28A.A Meetings Tuesdays at the United Church 901 11th Ave S Alley Ent. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.Golden Youth Centre drop-in Tuesdays from 3:30-7:30pm.Dungeons & Dragons 3.5 Edition Tuesdays 6-9pm at Bizarre Entertainment.Volleyball drop-in Tuesdays at the Mount 7 Rec Plex $5.FREE Settlement Services to help newcomers to Canada with English lan-guage training, citizenship, community resources, bank-ing, housing, and more! Tuesdays from 1-3pm. Call 250-344-8392.Golden Shotokan Karate Tues. & Thurs. 6-6:45pm (kids) 7-8:30pm (adults).Rockwater Grill & Ba

Upcoming Events Film Night Full Signal Oct.29, 7pm, upstairs at The Island Restaurant.Kicking Horse Culture pres-ents Live Kicks: Boyhood Oct.30 at 7:30pm at the Civic Centre. St. Andrews United Church & Centre for Peace presents The Great Plains Nov.1 at 7pm. Tickets $15 available at Kicking Horse Interiors, Moon River Gallery, United Church Bargain Basement.Local Intelligence Gathering Nov.1 from 4-9pm at the Civic Centre.Fall Tea/Bazaar/Bake Sale Nov.1 from 2-4pm at the Seniors Centre $5.Free Flu Shots Nov.5 at the Mount 7 Rec Plex 10am-6pm.

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Continuing with Women in History Month the following story is about a real-ly special lady named Ruth Wixon.

The last member of a local pioneer family, Ruth Wixon passed away in the early mor-ning of November 14, 2007 at the age of 91.

Ruths father, Arthur George Wix-on was born in Christ-mas Common, Wat-lington, Oxfordshire, England in 1871. He was educated at Cook-ley School near Hen-ley on the Thames, then went on to Cud-ston College for a while, but he pre-ferred working in large gardens.

In 1896 he came to Canada, arriving in Manitoba where he remained for a year before coming to this area. He worked in Donald helping to move some of the buildings to Gold-en. To his credit he worked with survey-

or James Brady on the survey of Wilmer, B.C.

For eight years he worked as an engin-eer on the riverboats Duchess and Musk-rat as well as the gov-ernment dredge. He also worked as a lum-ber shipper and a grader for the CRL.

He was very active in the commun-ity. A member of the I.O.O.F. for 61 years, having joined whiles still in England.

On June 1, 1912 he married Mabel Daw-son, a young woman born in Oxford Eng-land who had only arrived three days before. Mabel had worked for one of Britians famous eye surgeons, Sir John Tweedie.

In 1913, a son, Joseph, was born to the couple. Unfortu-nately Joseph passed away just four days after his birth. Daugh-ter Ruth was to follow in 1916 and was an only child.

Mabel was an ardent gardener and seam-stress. She spent the biggest part of her life caring for others in her own humble way. She was always willing to lend a hand.

She was an honorary member of the Gold-en & District Histor-ical Society, a Noble Grand of the Yoho

Rebecca Lodge, a member of the Senior Citizens Society and many others.

Ruth grew up in the house that her fath-er gave her mother as a wedding gift in 1912, and she loved it so much that she was determined to preserve its history by maintaining the house as it was when she was a girl.

She went to school in Golden until she was about 16 years old when she went to work to help the family as the depression was hard on everyone, and her father was hav-ing difficulty finding work. They took in laundry and did lots of other odd jobs to make ends meet.

Ruth went to work at the hospital and many of todays popu-lation who are in their 50s and 60s can thank her for their safe arriv-al into the world. She loved to help people and cared for people in hospital, and out, as her mother had.

She also worked as one of Goldens first telephone operators, back when everyone was on one line and you had to listen to the short and long rings.

If you were two shorts and three longs and that was how many times it rang, then it

was for you. Ruths career as an operator came to an end, how-ever, when the system in Golden became automated.

She did so many things in the commun-ity. One of the things that she did that she enjoyed the most was to help new Chinese emigrants learn Eng-lish.

She took great pride in her garden and used her abundant harvest to help people in need and she worked in her garden until this past year.

Ruth enjoyed trav-elling and drove her own car until her poor eyesight caused her to stop, and then she was fortunate to have friends who would take her out.

Ruth was never mar-ried but not for lack of trying. She was engaged twice, Once to a young fellow named Fred and once to a fellow named Gabriel. With Fred she spent many hours fly fishing at the Black Water lakes.

She had a small extended family that she was still communi-cating with, mem-bers of whom lived all over Canada and the United States.

Ruth always looked forward to her birth-day and started plan-

ning months in advance of the cele-bration. And the cele-bration lasted all day with phone calls and visits.

Ruth left her home to the Town of Gold-en to be used as a museum.


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I had developed a routine that involved a circle from the drivers door forward around the vehicle and back again. Once completed I had a fairly good idea whether the defects were minor in nature (a box 3), worthy of an immediate tow (a box 1) or somewhere in between. That would call for a box 2 which required that the vehicle be promptly presented at a Designated Inspection Facility. If the inspector identi ed defects, they had to be repaired immediately and a passed inspection report submitted to Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement within 30 days.

If the 30 day period expired without a pass report, ICBC would ag the vehicle licence record. If police subsequently found the vehicle being driven on the highway the vehicle licence and number plates could be seized and the driver issued a violation ticket with a signi cant penalty. The system insures that the vehicle is repaired.

Should the owner decide that it was not worth repairing the vehicle, they simply cancelled the vehicle licence, e ectively removing it from the road and it could be disposed of with no further enforcement costs. If the buyer wanted to licence it, the ICBC ag remained and no vehicle related transactions would be allowed until a pass report was issued.

I liked to use this method rather than immediately issuing a violation ticket for driving a defective vehicle. It allowed the driver or owner to spend the money that would have gone to the ticket on the inspection and repair process and I was assured that vehicle maintenance would be done.

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Annual General Meeting Louis Riel Day

Sunday November 16th

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A Louis Riel Day Celebration to follow the meeting.

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Ruth Wixon, pictured in the centre, is celebrating her birthday in the garden of Wixon House with her many friends. Photo courtesy of the Golden Musuem

Wixon honoured for Women in History Month

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MOUNT 7 REC PLEX IN GOLDEN Wednesday, November 5, 2014, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Bring your care card with you! Flu shots are safe, effective, and free for the following:

People 65 years and older and their caregivers/household contacts People of any age in residential care facilities Children and adults with chronic health conditions and their household contacts Children & adolescents (6 months to 18 years) with conditions treated for long peri-

ods of time with Acetylsalicylic acid and their household contacts Children and adults who are morbidly obese (adult BMI > 40, child BMI assessed as

> 95th percentile) Aboriginal people (on & off reserve) All children age 6 to 59 months of age Household contacts and caregivers of infants and children age 0 to 59 months of age Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy during the influenza season and their

household contacts Inmates of provincial correctional institutions People who work with live poultry Health care and other care providers in facilities and community settings who are

capable of transmitting influenza disease to those at high risk of influenza complica-tions

Individuals who provide care or service in potential outbreak settings housing high risk persons (e.g., crew on ships)

People who provide essential community services (First Responders, Corrections Workers)

Visitors to health care facilities and other patient care locationsThe flu (influenza) is highly contagious. Getting your flu shot protects you and those around you at home, school and work.

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GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Town of Golden on:Saturday, November 15th, 2014 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

Golden Civic Centre (806 10th Avenue South)ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows:

Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pmTown Hall, Council Chambers (810 9th Avenue South)

SPECIAL VOTING will be available to qualified electors at the following locations who are patients, tenants, or staff at the time of voting on:

Saturday, November 15th, 2014 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pmGolden and District General Hospital (835 9th Avenue South)

Henry M Durrand Manor (835 9th Avenue South)Mountainview Assisted Living (750 8th Avenue South)

Abbeyfield House (915 9th Street South)

General RequirementsThere is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: 18 years of age or older Canadian citizen resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Town of Golden for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.Specific RequirementsRESIDENT ELECTORS - Your primary residence is within the Town of Golden and you have lived within the municipality for at least 30 days prior to voting day. You will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary, but is preferred. Identification must prove both where you live and who you are.NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS - You do NOT live within the Town of Golden; you DO own property in the municipality but in order to vote you must: Have owned the property for at least 30 days prior to voting day; and, Have your PERSONAL NAME specifically listed as the/an owner of the property.You must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) as well as a special Non Resident Property Elector Registration Form and (if applicable) a Multiple Owner Consent Form to election officials at the voting place. Having this form completed PRIOR to arriving at the voting place will significantly streamline your voting process.Viv ThossChief Election Officer

ELECTOR REGISTRATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

2014 General Election NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of the Town of Golden that an election by voting is necessary to elect six (6) Councillors and one (1) mayor for a four year term commencing December 2nd, 2014 and terminating December 2018, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR One (1) to be elected

Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence HERN OSZUST

Keith W. Ronald

6 1360 Pine Drive, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC*

COUNCILLOR Six (6) to be elected

Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence ADAMS BARLOW BAXENDALE COMMONS CRANDALL DE BOLEBEC FAIRLEY HAMBRUCH LAMARCHE LEIGAN MOSS MUNRO

Leslie Connie Lori Andrew Janet Jim Bruce Chris Serge Eddie Caleb Bob

1201 Alexander Drive, Golden, BC 1390 Pine Drive, Golden, BC 518 6th Street South, Golden, BC 721 Hefti Road, Golden, BC 504 5th Street South, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC* Golden Area, BC* 1051 King Crescent, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC* 838 Canyon Creek Road, Golden, BC 1514 Cedar Street, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC*

*Candidate resides in one of Golden or Area A but has not released physical address to the CEO for election purposes.

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Town of Golden on:

Saturday, November 15th, 2014 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Golden Civic Centre (806 10th Avenue South)

ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows:

Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Town Hall, Council Chambers (810 9th Avenue South)


Saturday, November 15th, 2014 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Golden and District General Hospital (835 9th Avenue South)

Henry M Durrand Manor (835 9th Avenue South) Mountainview Assisted Living (750 8th Avenue South)



General Requirements There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: 18 years of age or older Canadian citizen resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Town of Golden for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

Specific Requirements RESIDENT ELECTORS - Your primary residence is within the Town of Golden and you have lived within the municipality for at least 30 days prior to voting day. You will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary, but is preferred. Identification must prove both who you are and where you live.

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS - You do NOT live within the Town of Golden; you DO own property in the municipality but in order to vote you must: Have owned the property for at least 30 days prior to voting day; and, Have your PERSONAL NAME specifically listed as the/an owner of the property.

You must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) as well as a special Non Resident Property Elector Registration Form and (if applicable) a Multiple Owner Consent Form to election officials at the voting place. Having this form completed PRIOR to arriving at the voting place will significantly streamline your voting process. Viv Thoss Chief Election Officer

2014 General Election NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of the Town of Golden that an election by voting is necessary to elect six (6) Councillors and one (1) mayor for a four year term commencing December 2nd, 2014 and terminating December 2018, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR One (1) to be elected

Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence HERN OSZUST

Keith W. Ronald

6 1360 Pine Drive, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC*

COUNCILLOR Six (6) to be elected

Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence ADAMS BARLOW BAXENDALE COMMONS CRANDALL DE BOLEBEC FAIRLEY HAMBRUCH LAMARCHE LEIGAN MOSS MUNRO

Leslie Connie Lori Andrew Janet Jim Bruce Chris Serge Eddie Caleb Bob

1201 Alexander Drive, Golden, BC 1390 Pine Drive, Golden, BC 518 6th Street South, Golden, BC 721 Hefti Road, Golden, BC 504 5th Street South, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC* Golden Area, BC* 1051 King Crescent, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC* 838 Canyon Creek Road, Golden, BC 1514 Cedar Street, Golden, BC Golden Area, BC*


VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Town of Golden on:

Saturday, November 15th, 2014 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Golden Civic Centre (806 10th Avenue South)

ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows:

Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Town Hall, Council Chambers (810 9th Avenue South)


Saturday, November 15th, 2014 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Golden and District General Hospital (835 9th Avenue South)

Henry M Durrand Manor (835 9th Avenue South) Mountainview Assisted Living (750 8th Avenue South)



General Requirements There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: 18 years of age or older Canadian citizen resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Town of Golden for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

Specific Requirements RESIDENT ELECTORS - Your primary residence is within the Town of Golden and you have lived within the municipality for at least 30 days prior to voting day. You will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary, but is preferred. Identification must prove both who you are and where you live.

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS - You do NOT live within the Town of Golden; you DO own property in the municipality but in order to vote you must: Have owned the property for at least 30 days prior to voting day; and, Have your PERSONAL NAME specifically listed as the/an owner of the property.

You must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) as well as a special Non Resident Property Elector Registration Form and (if applicable) a Multiple Owner Consent Form to election officials at the voting place. Having this form completed PRIOR to arriving at the voting place will significantly streamline your voting process. Viv Thoss Chief Election Officer

2014 General Election NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTINGPUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of the Town of Golden that an election by voting is necessary to elect six (6) Councillors and one (1) mayor for a four year term commencing December 2nd, 2014 and terminating December 2018, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR - One (1) to be elected

COUNCILLOR - Six (6) to be elected

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS


Jessica [email protected]

When Jim Olsen set up his trail camera on Sept. 20 he was hoping he might see a moun-tain lion, or a griz-zly bear. But when he flipped through the

photos the next day, he saw something he couldn't explain.

The trail camera, which senses motion, was especially active on this windy night, because it was picking of the motion from the long grass blow-

ing."So the camera was

picking up on it, and took 1,000 pictures of nothing," said Olsen. When he saw that the memory card was full, he gave it to his son to look through the pic-tures on the comput-

er."When it came to

that photo, he said 'oh look, there's a rod.' I've seen them on TV before So I knew that these things did exist somewhere."

Rods are an unexplained phe-

nomenon that have garnered sever-al theories around the world. Some say they are an alien life form, some say they are a native species to earth that has not been discovered yet, while others say it can be explained by an optical illusion that is caused by the cam-era.

Olsen doesn't know what his cam-era picked up on that night, but is eager to learn more about these rod-like things moving around the Columbia Valley.

"What I'd like to know is, where do they hang out during the day? Because nobody sees them during the daytime. They travel at something like 300 km an hour, they've been clocked at 300 km an hour. They're intelligent, because they will go around stuff. But what does it eat? What energy source does it have to move about? When you look at it, it looks like it belongs in the

water," he said.His camera has

spent many more nights outside since the occurrence, but hasn't found any-thing else. And Olsen cut the grass after that first night, so it isn't shooting at the same rate as it had.

"It probably got that by mistake, because it

was taking pictures of the grass movement."

Even though he doesn't have an explanation, Olsen has enjoyed showing friends and family the pictures, and listening to their theories.

"All I know is, with-in a month or so, when you see one it will be wearing a fur coat."


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Residents trail camera picked up a rod during the night

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2014 General Election VOTING qualIfIcaTIONs aNd PROcEduREsThe Town of Golden conducts Voting day Registration procedures for all those voting in this election. As a result, all qualified voters must provide suitable identification and other registration documents if required to election officials for approval prior to being issued a ballot at the voting place.

On this form, Non Resident Property Electors MUST PROVE that they are entitled to register in relation to the property. This means filling out information from a Property Assessment Notice or Land Title Certificate on the form AND bringing one of these documents with you to the voting place.

2014 General Election VOTING QUALIFICATIONS AND PROCEDURES

The Town of Golden conducts Voting Day Registration procedures for all those voting in this election. As a result, all qualified voters must provide suitable identification and other registration documents if required to election officials for approval prior to being issued a ballot at the voting place.

A. General Voting Qualifications

You must be a Canadian citizen; You must be at least 18 on voting day; You have lived in BC for at least 6 months prior to voting day; You have NOT been convicted of an indictable offence for which you are currently in custody; You have NOT been found guilty of a recent election offence.

B. Specific Voting Qualifications - Two Types of Electors

THE RESIDENT ELECTOR - One Person, One Vote. Your primary residence is within the Town of Golden and you have lived within the municipality for at least 30 days prior to voting day. THE NON RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTOR - One Property, One Vote. You do NOT live within the Town of Golden; you DO own property in the municipality PROVIDED: You have owned the property for at least 30 days prior to voting day. Your PERSONAL NAME is specifically listed as the/an owner of the property. See below for additional requirements for registering.

Property registered in company/corporation names DO NOT qualify under the Local Government Act to vote in a municipal election. There is NO corporate vote in British Columbia.

C. To Register at the Voting Place - Your Identification Please

All electors MUST produce 2 pieces of identification. Picture identification is not necessary but preferred. At least one must have a signature. Your identification must prove both who you are and where you live.

ACCEPTED ELECTOR IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS

BC Drivers License BC Care Card or Gold Care Card Credit Card Social Insurance Card BC Identification Card ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents Citizenship Card Utility Bill Property Tax Notice

A Passport is NOT an accepted form of identification.

An Elector MUST prove identity. If an Elector is unable to prove residency, they must make a solemn, written declaration as to their primary place of residence. It is an Offence to make a false declaration.

ADDITIONAL NON RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTOR IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS In order to vote, a Non Resident Property Elector must also submit a special Non Resident Property Elector Registration Form to election officials at the voting place. Having this form completed PRIOR to arriving at the voting place will significantly streamline your voting process. On this form, Non Resident Property Electors MUST PROVE that they are entitled to register in relation to the property. This means filling out information from a Property Assessment Notice or Land Title Certificate on the form AND bringing one of these documents with you to the voting place. Additionally, if you are one of three or more named registered owners of the property you must also submit a Multiple Owner Consent Form documenting the written consent of at least 50% of owners including you, to vote on behalf of the property. Both the Non Resident Property Elector Registration Form and Multiple Owner Consent Form are available at Town Hall, on our website (www.golden.ca) or on our face book page.

D. More Information Questions may be directed to Viv Thoss, Chief Election Officer, or Jon Wilsgard, Deputy Chief Election Officer, by phone at 250.344.2271; by email to [email protected] or [email protected] or by visiting the Town Hall at 810 9th Avenue South.

2014 General Election VOTING QUALIFICATIONS AND PROCEDURES

The Town of Golden conducts Voting Day Registration procedures for all those voting in this election. As a result, all qualified voters must provide suitable identification and other registration documents if required to election officials for approval prior to being issued a ballot at the voting place.

A. General Voting Qualifications

You must be a Canadian citizen; You must be at least 18 on voting day; You have lived in BC for at least 6 months prior to voting day; You have NOT been convicted of an i

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