Page 2A Ree R aed eeten ts wet The Castlegar Sun Wednesday, October 9, 1991 FACEIN On October 17, make your vote count! & Forum Continued from 1A like tq see assistance and support for women who decide not to ter- minate a pregnancy. “Just because a woman chooses to have an abortion doesn't mean she should be labelled as someone who has no respect for life,” said Angela Price, i Conroy also stated that it should be a woman's right to choose. “The decision should be between her and her doctor, It’s no more complex than that.” Chris D'Arcy said the issue of abortion is a very emotional onc, and as “an individual I find ‘the thought of a fetus being aborted both frightening and reprehensi- ble,” D’Arcy continued to say he nancy. He did say however, that it shouldbe a woman's right to choose. Close to 100 students and ded the forum, how- would hope that gi and local agencies would do every- the ever near the end, approximately 25 thing they could to d likelihood of an unwanted f preg- J, opting out of their classes, Meadowbrook residents present petition to Castlegar city council in our homes because of this di water and that is the Nine residents from the Mead- owbrook Drive location attended city council's Monday evening meeting in order to vent their concems over low water pressure in that area. Spokesperson for the group, Marilyn Long, presented a letter to coancll stating the many con- cems they have which are directly related to the low water pressure. “There is a big safety problem possibility of burns, Our children are not old enough to understand they they cannot flush the toilet when somconc is in the shower, They are not able to tell if some- one is in the shower if they using the downstairs bathroom,” stated the letter. Long also claimed in her let- ter to council that ‘ from in their home, revealing it was at the minimum pressure the contractor or developers must supply, “This measurement was taken at 11:30 a.m. which in our neigh- borhood is probably one of the quietest times since very. few of us are home,” City council also received a° petition from the group which ined 19 si The the city’s public works depart- ment have checked the pressure petition stated that the resi- dents are extremely unhappy with the inadequate water pres- sure in their homes, as well as the fear that children and adults could receive burns while showering. Superintendent of public works, Barry Comin, stated later that a pump could be placed in the area which would increase the water pressure, , “This would happen in the spring or early summer, after it is approved for’ the 1992 budget,” he said. Castlegar seminar designed to “Communicate New Attitudes ” BRENDAN HALPER d the need for Sun staff greater impact in influencing People with disabilities and those interested in disability issues will have the opportuni- ty to follow up on the exciting work of developing a support and information-sharing net- work begun at the “Sharing Our Visions” conference, in Kamloops, April 1991. On October 17-19 at the Castlegar Sandman Inn, there will be a conference called, “Communicating New Atti- tudes." The conference is spon- sored by the Federal Office of the Secretary of State and host- ed by the Abilities Awareness Committee and the City of Castlegar. At the April conference, par- the develop oO ity at the community level, and obtaining commitment to posi- skills into practice i Among other featured ers will be; Ed Amston of People in Motion of Kamloops, Paul Thiele, Chairman of the Pre- ity reports and ie beginnings of an Interi- or Directory of Services, will involve all participants in ping a fully ioning tive change from gov and other decision-making bodies, The “Communicating New Attitudes” conference will feature a full-day seminar, Friday, Octo- ber 18, from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m., led by Dave Fairbaim of Impact Training Corporation. The seminar is designed to impart the specific skills needed in order to plan, organize, strate- gize, priorize, and communicate effectively. Saturday, October 19, will focus on interior networking, information sharing and consen- sus building and putting new “It would be nice to some day have architects start a universal building code.. ” — Kris Standbra Abilities Awareness mier's Advisory Council for Per- sons with Disabilities, Simon Cumming, B.C. Coordinator of ional Access Week Electio Br ‘Columbia Be But this time, you will also vote on other important issues. On Election, questions shown below. Start thinking about these questions now. The Referendum Questions: yk ared To Vote On Election Day. There will be an important difference in this Provincial General Election. As always, you will vote for the candidate of your choice. Day, you will vote “yes” or “no” to the Referendum A Should voters be given the right, by legislation, to vote between elections for the removal of their member of the * Legislative Assembly? Should voters be given the right, by legislation, to propose questions that the government of British Columbia must submit to voters by referendum? . The 1991 British Columbia Provincial General Election & Referendum. To find out if you are registered to vote, contact your Registrar of Voters or the Elections British Columbia Information Line. 1-800-742-8683 Be Prepared ‘To Vote on October 17, 1991. Chief. Electoral Officer ’ Remember: You cannot register rovince O' British Columbia on Election Day. ~-.and Margo. Massie, Chairman of B.C. Coalition of People With Disabilities. Small and Jerse; sr0Up dis- Interior ization. According to Kris Standbra, of the Abilities Awareness Commit- tee, an interior developer has devoted his entire crew of 11 to the conference. “They want to start acces- sible/adaptable housing,” said Standbra. “That's proba- bly the way the future is going to go. “Things like wider doors and lower and/or adjustable counters can really make a difference. It would be nice to some day have architects start a universal build- ing code.” Persons wishing to register for the “Communicating New Atti- tudes” conference, or requiring more information, may call Kris Standbra at 365-3500, or Cathy Lafortune at 365-2520. News Glance fapani The cotcen § School District Tec P: é teachers. in Castleg: Wednesday, October 9, 1991 The Castlegar Sun CBC under fire from Green Party TRAIL TIMES CBC is once again under attack for the selection of speak- ers for Tuesday night’s provincial election debate for party leaders, After relunctantly agreeing to include Liberal leader Gordon Wilson in the leaders’ debate alongside Premier Rita Johnston and NDP leader Mike Harcourt, the CBC is now being con- demned by the Green ‘Party, The Green Party says with 42 candi- dates nominated in the 75 elec- toral districts of B.C., they fulfill CBC's requirement of 50 per cent representation. "The Greens ore the most sig- nificant political movement of ANGELA PRICE our time, with parties in over 40 countries and considerable clcc- toral success in Europe,” says Rossland-Trail candidate Angela Price. The Green Party of B.C. has sent CBC a demand notice to have their d ic ‘right longest serving members of the Green Council of Representa- tives, Angela Price was on the short list to represent the Greens on the leaders’ debate. However, in a late night conference call allowed and has engaged a lawyer, Ian Donaldson, to advisc , them, “We are considering all options. says Angela Price. y, she and other key Greens picked Vancouver school , teacher Valerie Parker to repre- SS gent tem given the chance, Park- ‘er is a candidate in ion which for the cBc was, if allowed, who would the Greens sent to represent them. The Green Party rejects the tradition of a single leader and instead choose to have three speak- ers, dispersed across the province, As one of the speakers for the Green Party, and one of the Quilch She was Chosen for her media experience and her expertise on the issues, Price explained. "I am glad to remain in the Kootenays and attend meetings ‘with local groups and schools instead of going to Vancouver,” Price said. Harcourt makes brief appearance at Castlegar airport SHARLENE IMHOFF Sun Editor Mike Harcourt offered no excuses after turning up at the Castlegar airport almost two state that detailed costing-out of just the NDP promises cluded in the d von cost every British Columbia family $314 a month for five years in new hours late to greet his But he’ was more than ready to pump up the adrenaline of the dedicated handful who waited the extra two hours for his 10 minute stop. “Since the very beginning, our campaign has been positive, clean and above the belt, and it’s going to stay that way. No matter what distortions and wild tales you here from Mrs, Johnston,” he said. After giving a wann greeting debt and deferred taxes. The Socred release also stated that another 125 NDP promises have been identified but not included in a $15.3 billion deficit which the Socreds claim the fiscal plan will pro- duce. Harcourt claims the Socreds are taking Social Credit B.S. fund,” said Harcourt. The NDP leader continued to “| think that's about equivalent to the Social Credit B.S.. fund.” — Mike Harcourt breaks in recent years.. “The working people and business people in this commu- nity have been overtaxed. They’ve reached their limit.” Harcourt explained ‘ the NDP's financial framework which would include a high income earner surcharge, which «, ‘would be paid by profitable corporations, “The money would be placed into a Canada Systems Plan, which would provide funding NDP p “They, come out with this wild, desperate and distorted figure of $15 billion. I think that’s about equivalent to the stress that he wants everyone to pay their fare share of taxes, including corporations, which he believes have been given tax for the h hungry chil- dren and single parent dwellings to name a few.” Harcourt left the airport not by bus as he arrived but by to local NDP Ed Con- roy and his wife Katrine, Har- court stated he wanted the Rossland-Trail riding to be an NDP takeover. “I don't want Mr. Conroy to win with a squeaker. I want his win to be an obvious When questioned about the recent Socred attack on the NDP’s fiscal plan which the party introduced at the start of the elec- tion, Harcourt simply stated the k allows for a bal d budget - something the Socreds could never accomplish. “The platform lays out the pri- orities of the NDP and what are goals‘are' for the next few years,” he said. “Basically, we're making this statement. If the money isn't there, we're not going to spend it” The Socreds launched an attack on the NDP five year fiscal plan, labelling it as a cruel “Harcourt Hoax”. In a news release by the Socreds, Premier Johnston and Finance Minister John Jansen say they have tabled a three volume cri- tique of the document. They plane, en route to Vancouver. Rossland-Trail NDP candidate Ed a Ganrey (centre), along with his wife ‘Katrine, wel- come Mike Harcourt as he steps of his tour bus which arrived late from Nelson due to mechanical problems. Harcourt's visit to the Castlegar Airport was brief as the provin- cial candidate had another engagement in Vancouver. SUN STAFF PHOTO/ Sharlene Imhoff WEATHER OUTLOOK: Sunny with a few bands of Highs will be near 20. ndge of high pressure to clear and cool. The forecast for Weabeeaass Thursday and Friday calls for a days we've been having with the nights remaining cloud. maintain the sunny, warm 25.7/30 Precipitation: Rain Ocm. Number of Hours Sunshine: 56.7 A LOOK BACK AT THE PAST WEEK: Temperature: Max/Date Min/Date “1.8/4 Snow Ocm. Mean 12.0 Total Ocm. Normal Number © of Hours 39.6 REMARKS: A ridge of high pressure weather through the week. Forecast provided by The South - East Interlor Weather Office at Castlegar, B.C. maintained sunny, warm Sewage main break costing city big bucks Sun Staff A sewer main problem located beneath the Zinio tennis courts in Castlegar requiring ‘round-the- clock’ monitoring is costing the city approximately $200 per day. Located at the intersection of 8 St and 8 Ave, the problem was discovered September 20, after a pipe beneath the tennis courts broke, causing a back- eUp to occur. ‘n According: to Barry Comin, superintendent of public works for the city, the tennis courts were once used as a refuse site. Now, the garbage beneath the soil hhas settled, and the resulting pressure. on the pipe below caused the pipe to break. “We do have an emergency sit- uation here. It’s become some- what of a o Tesidences directly serviced from the failed main, Located approximately 30 feet below the surface, the Pipe would be costly to repair since it would mean removing all the garbage below. “This would really just provide a band aid solution,” he said. Comin said that the most eco- nomical permanent solution would be to build a lift station in a different area in order to redirect the sewage path, The cost to'complete the need- ed project has been estimated at $150,000. : Council is hoping that assis- tance can be received for this funding from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs under the Sewer Systems Program. Flow through the sewer main is approxi ly 100 gallons Comin. Although the “drainage area” serves approximately 30 single family dwellings, there are three per minute and must be pumped manually from the pipe and then transported to another sta tion by city crews. Our quest Ions - your answers The Castlegar Sun staff hit the pavement asking people about the upcoming election. We: gave local citizens a choice to answer one of two basic questions. : 1. Who do you think will win the provincial election? 2. Has the campaigning been clean? : “Politicians are like a bunch of kids throw- ing dirt on each other in order to gain the upper hand.” — Kathy Graham “The Socreds have taken some hard knocks, but | think _ they'll pull through.” — Lance Bereck “The NDP say they are going to win and | believe them.” i Mary Voykin “All the demonstra- tions against Rita Johnston are just an attempt to make her =| look bad. I hope the Socreds win.” — Pam Forsyth “The majority of the Socreds have been dishonest. | believe it's time for a change..” — Peter Gorkoff “The campaigning has been clean so far, but the race isn't over yet.” — Kim LaFrance and the NDP is the. -| sweep. ” jdates) too timid in: ‘I think people are; hungry for a change: only party in a viabie: position to do that.” > — Darren Zarubin:. “I think the NDP are: going to be the next ruling government. In: fact I think it'll be a — Gerry Rodgers:: “They're (local candi-" this riding to do any-: thing really dirty.” — Steve Davies :