Page A2 The Castlegar Sun Wednesday, November 1, 1995 City allows complex camping TRENT BANCARZ _ Sun Editor The city wilyallow overnight camping at the rec complex. At its regular meeting last Tuesday night, city council voted 6-0 in favor of allowing overnight camping at the facility at no charge. Councillor Bob Pakula was absent. However, stays are limited to one night or for the duration of special events, such as ball tour- naments or swim meets, In addi- tion, special events organizers would have to post a $500 deposit and carry $2 million worth of lia- bility insurance if using the facili- ty for overnight camping. Also, special events camping requires prior for would be di ds booking and use of the field. for the city not to actively pro- mote or advertise camping at the rec complex and that recreation staff supply a list of motels and campgrounds to travellers and special event organizers. “We had no written policy and were lacking in liability Protec- on weather conditions to mini- mize any Council's motion also called —| « Le) ARKER PACIFIC TIT] Case Equipment Link Belt- -Excavators -Cranes ~Log Loaders -Ranger Skidders Timberline Processors -Timbco-Feller Bunchers TiMBCH SALES ¢ PARTS ¢ SERVICE Toll Free 1-800-665-2310 1690 Fairview Rd., Penticton ph: (604) 492-3939 fax: (604) 492-4442 Link-Belt CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT “Parts Delivery to the Kootenays Every Week" tion for overnight camping,” said a on A “We now have a firm policy.” Overnight camping at the facil- ity has been a contentious issue over the past few months. Coun- cil received several letters and heard from numerous delegations on the issue. Five families who live on 6th Avenue near the complex com- plained of damage to the soccer field from RV parking and the field was littered with dog Two motel owners and a camp- ground owner opposed free overnight camping because it cut into their business. “It is discouraging the city is giving guests to our city a “free ride” at the expense of the acco- modation industry,” said the owner of the Flamingo Motel “We pay a business licence, prop- erty taxes and do our best to make our property attractive as responsible citizens with pride in our city. Is it too much tq expect city support?” Those in favor of overnight camping were the Kiwanis Club, Castlegar and District Develop- ment Board, Castlegar Aquanauts Swim Club and the West Koote- nay Kennel Club. “Due to the overall benefit to the community of such events as the dog show and large swim meets, that the city provide free camping areas for a maximum of three nights for special events only,” recommended the develop- ment board. Trail Home Hardware Building Centre CASH & CARRY Stampede - Hundreds rushed into the new Canadian Tire mega store Wednesday during grand opening festivities. More details on B3. SUN STAFF PHOTO /Karen Kerkhott Wednesday, November 1, 1995 The Castlegar Sun Fireworks become hot issue KAREN KERKHOFF Sun Staff a A recent trend in Castlegar has local RCMP con- cemed for people's safety. Cpl. Dave Beach said that the local detachment is receiving some six to 10 calls a night regarding teens and fireworks, “These kids hold Roman Candles and are shoot- ing them at each other, It's bad—somebody’s going to get hurt.” Beach said that not only are they shooting the fireworks at each other, but are now shooting them But in the end, Beach said, we all pay for “pranks” which could easily turn dangerous “It causes the costs to'go up with ICBC.” Although it's illegal for those under 18-years-old to purchase fireworks, Beach said it’s not illegal for anyone of any age (o possess them. Beach is also concerned about the increase in egg “They're hard to remove. The shells are like glass and cause chips, and the egg itself ruins the paint. It costs $200-$300 minimum to have it removed.” Beach warns that those caught causing damages with eggs or fireworks will be charged with mis- chief, or worse, should there be injury involved. Proposed pub goes to hearing Pen Editor Castlegar City Council will hear from nearby residents conceming a proposed neighborhood pub. Gardeli’s Restaurant and plaza owner Rick Holdings have applied for a 65-seat watering hole beside the restaurant in the Columbia Plaza. The B.C. Liquor Control Board has granted prelim- inary site and applicant approval for a “Class D” neighborhood pub, which means the ball is now back in the city’s court. City council passed two read- ings of a bylaw amending an ear- lier zoning bylaw which allows the pub to set up at the mall. The city will hold a public hearing before voting on third reading and adoption. Should council pass the bylaw, the liquor control board then grants a permanent licence The preliminary licence has the following conditions attached: , Excel Level 1 (Spreadsheets): An introductory course using Microsoft Office ively in business. Unde what a is Excel; a program used and how to use it. Classes consist of instruction combined with “hands on” * The pub would have an adjoining restaurant and the oper- ator would agree the pub licence would be conditional upon main- taining operation and ownership of the restaurant. + Hours of sale during the first year would be limited to a maxi- mum of 14 hours per day between 9 a.m.-midnight, Mon- day through Saturday and 11 a.m.-midnight on Sundays. This condition could be altered during or after the first year to permit 1 a.m. closings Friday and Saturday nights with written support from police or city officials. + Off-sales are permitted of packaged products containing less than seven per cent alcohol by volume. The public hearing will take place Nov. 21 6:30 p.m. in coun- cil chambers. at local residences and passing vehicles. “The concern is fire, personal injuries, property damage Or causing a motor vehicle accident with serious Consequences,” he warmed. “We'll be asking for restitution. This is not a ect.” Bears invade back yard KAREN KERKHOFF Sun Staff It was no teddy bears’ picnic for three bears clinging to a tree on 10th Avenue Sunday night Resident Eleanor Elstone said the mother bear and her two cubs were first spotted on the ground in her yard by her daugh- ter who was returning home from visiting. “She cut around the back and heard the cat and scratching. She Cougar spotted i in KAREN KERKHOFF Sun Staff Local conservation officers are alerting South Castlegar residents to be on the lookout for a cougar. Mike Krause of the Castlegar Conservation Office said a Motorist spotted a cougar shortly after 10 a.m. last Wednesday in the 2600 block of 10th Avenue. Krause said the driver caught a “brief glimpse” of the cougar and advised the conservation office about the sighting. It’s inadvisable, explained Krause, to make assumptions regarding the habits of cougars. “It's always: possible it will startled them and then they bolted up the tree. We saw the mother and she was not little.” Elstone called the conservation Office to report the bears, howev- er all she reached was a recording advising that no one was in the office and to call the RCMP in case of an emergency. She said she declined to call the RCMP hoping that the bears would move on without incident. “They weren't aggressive. A part of me wants to protect these x you encounter a cougar, here are some tips: * Never approach a cougar. Although cougars will normally avoid a confrontation, all cougars are unpredictable. Cougars feed- ing on a kill could be dangerous. + Always give a cougar an avenue of escape. + Stay calm. Talk to the cougar in a confident voice. Pick all children up off the ground immediately. Children frighten easily and their rapid movements may provoke an attack. * Do not run. Try to back away from the cougar slowly. Sudden things, a part of me says that you want to be careful.” Elstone said that the bears might have been attracted by her compost bin or pears that had fallen to the ground. “I said to my daughter ‘you didn’t pick up the pears like you were ry ste fae The bears remained in the tree for about three hours and finally moved on without incident around 10 p.m. the same evening. Kinnaird cougar. Face the cougar and remain upright. + Do all you can to enlarge your image. Don’t crouch down or try to hide. Pick up sticks or branches and wave them about. + If a cougar acts aggressively, arm yourself with a large ‘stick, throw rocks and speak loudly and firmly. Convince the cougar you are a threat, not prey. + If a cougar attacks, fight back. Many people have survived cougar attacks by fighting back with anything including rocks, sticks, bare fists and fishing Bird's Eye View - Allison Archambault, 2, peaks through the foothold in the hot air balloon basket while brother Colton, 5, and mom Cindy enjoy the view during hot air balloon rides during downtown revitalization celebrations Saturday morn- ing. Flying the ballon is Mike Thompson. SUN STAFF PHOTO Marilyn Strong poles. movement or flight might trigger | an instinctive attack. * Do not turn your back on a Wdentsto practice what was leamed during class. practical, th Oe 21, 6:30 - 9:30 pm. $126 plus materials. Childsafe: Recognized by the Child Care Licensing Board, this is a course for parents and caregivers’of children up to 10 years of age. It includes recognition of home hazards, accident prevention and safety education. Skills focus on rescue CPR, bleeding control and common first aid situations. Mon. & Wed., Nov. 6 & 8, 6:30 - 10 pm. $35 single $50 couple. 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