Page 8B The Castlegar Sun Wednesday, November 9, 1994 = Turner... Continued from 5B ry, and Robson. A big event coming up is a two-day Western Dance Work- shop on Nov. 26 and 27 at the Kinnaird Hall. Phone the McNeils if you're interested in attending. Soon you too may be yelling “yeehaw” and kicking up your heels the new western way. NOW DOES RADIATORS Homes made SHARLENE IMHOFF — Sun Editor Tires, tires and more tires. One of the biggest environmen- tal concerns of the decade has surrounded the safe storage of used tires. Where do we put them? Is there any use for them? ‘The answer is yes. And for the dful of Castleg: di who attended an information session last Wednesday night at the Scout Hall, learning how an efficient solar home can be con- structed out of used tires was likely a real eye-opener. Hosted by Vernon resident Mark Bossert of Recycled Tire Homes, the small but attentive audience was told how homes built out of recycled tires required no consumption of fuel to heat or cool. “North American society has the notion that every home has to be a stick-frame home. Well, Mark wood is ing too expe to hide between walls. There are not many people who can afford to spend the money it now takes to build even a small house,” said Bossert. “The wood indus- try is pricing itself right out of xi ” istence. A former contractor whose "a —— as d rt, from Recycled Tire Homes, knows he’s from recycled tires | pioneering a massive change to traditional home building. family background lies in the construction business, Bossert explained how the used tires cre- ate a form that dirt is pounded into, creating a 160 kg brick. ‘These bricks are laid to form the load bearing walls of the house. So heavy are these forms that they don’t require a foundation or any cement to hold them in place; gravity holds them together. Inside, the walls are finished in adobe, which is a venerable, energy efficient method of plas- tering that yields a smooth, durable finish. Using the natural abilities of the earth's heat storage capacity, the home's interior stays within a But Bossert, who spent t! in New Mexico learning how to build such homes, understands that what works in the New xico won't work in Canada, where hours of sunshine are lim- ited during the winter months. “We have taken what we've learned in New Mexico and are now modifying some of the ideas so that a similar home can be built in Canada.” ‘To prove his point, Bossert and r are in the process of Kamloops. been put in place and by June 1995, Bossert hopes to have the entire home, including all land- scaping completed. It’s no acci- dent that this prototype house will be completed and open to the pub- lic during Environmental Week. “These homes have already proven to be six times more energy efficient than the most energy efficient home on the market today,” said Bossert. But the real attraction of these homes is the cost. When com- to the conventional house, tire houses are 30 to 70 per cent less expensive to build said Bossert. “The key is labor. Ramming dirt into these tires is a labor intensive process. It’s inexpen- sive, because the tires are free. But it’s hard work.” Bossert understands that he and other promoters of Recycled Tire Homes are indeed pioneer- ing a massive change to tradi- tional home-building. But he is making headway. Interested builders have started similar pro- jects in Clearwater, Barriere, Ashcroft, Taylor and yes, even near Castlegar. Bossert is also working with Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) to further document energy efficiency. “People in Castlegar, like most places, are skeptical when they hear of this new idea. But skepticism is great because it brings out good questions,” said Bossert, who while not working ‘on the prototype in Kamloops, is providing public lectures on the recycled tire home idea. Monday| Tuesda Aloha! 2 Large Hawaiian Pizzas 2 Carle Toast 2 Large ‘§ 16.99 (We're open from 4 pm untit Midnight. and until 3 am on Priday and Saturday.) CANADIAN 2 FOR 1 PIZZA 1004 COLUMBIA AVE. 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Our counsellors can help you identify goals and objectives to aid in making difficult financial decisions. The service is toll-free and confidential. Farm site visits may also be arranged. Call us... we’re here to help. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food SS n Sampsonoff came to B.C. with his parents as a young boy. He returned to Saskatchewan and married Anne Osachoff there in 1928. The family remained in Saskatchewan to farm until they moved to Blewett in 1943. While in Blewett, Mr. Sampsonoff oper- ated a dairy and worked for Kootenay Forest Products from December, 1946 until his retire- ment in February, 1974. He was a member of the USCC and his hobbies were farming and fishing. Mr. Sampsonoff is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Sam Popoff of Nelson, two grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. He was prede- ceased by his wife in 1981 and one son in 1948. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Castle- gar Funeral Chapel. 0. SKIS & ACCESSOATER The HIGHWAY 3A AND R of a NOTICE OF TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGE EFFECTIVE JSEDIATELY BRILLIANT INTERSECTION OBSON ACCESS ROAD advises Ih and High dwork has been \ ® om Traffic a BAIL LIANT ORIOGE leted at the Brilliant Intersection resulting in a new traffic pattern at Highway 3A and Rebson Access Road. if that BRILLIANT INTERSECTION TRAFFIC MOVEMENTS (nts) g from the Ci will pass under the existing Brill: gar Bridge lant Bridge and enter Highway 3A via Wednesday, November 9, 1994 The Castlegar Sun United Way Campaign Chairman John Loo (middle) receives a cheque for $200 from Jason Ferris (left), who presented the money on behalf of Canadian Regional Airline employees at the Castlegar Airport. Also on hand for the presentation was George Westinghouse, public relations chair for the local United Way agency. Loo reports that campaign money is arriving slower this year than last, but he is hopeful that the goal of $50,000 can still be reached. SUN STAFF PHOTO /Marityn Strong Evans, Ramsden at KCTA Let me show you how to get more mileage out of your advertising dollar. 465 Cotumbia Ave., The Sun Castiogar si 365-2278 Who do you call when ... Castlegar & District Commu- nity Services can help you through its Family Support Worker Program. Funded by the Ministry of Social Services, this service is provided by Cathy Evans and provides counselling and support to families who are experiencing difficulties either involving their children or affecting their children. Cathy is another of Commu- nity Services’ highly qualified staff members. With a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Cal- gary, along with additional cours- es in Counselling Theories and Practice, she has worked in a variety of settings: Transition House, Suicide Bereavement Counselling for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Hos- pital Emergency Ward, and Alco- hol and Drug Treatment Centre for Women (all in Calgary). She worked briefly as an Auxiliary Social Worker in Trail before joining the staff of Com- munity Services five years ago. Cathy provides service direct- ly within the home or in her office, as appropriate, and gives priority to cases where there are child protection concems. Other issues she deals with are: parents are divorcing, have divorced, or are separat- ing; a parent has a physical or mental illness; there is a par- ent-child conflict; a child is upset or depressed and the parents are unable to figure out why; any situation which involved changes such as the family relocating or a new step-partner joining the family unit. She helps children iden- tify their feelings and encour- ages them to talk about them, Family Support Program helps children, parents because most families don’t do this. Discipline and relationships building are the primary areas families seem to have the most difficulty in, so Cathy works on communication skills with the whole family. She teaches them to identify and express feelings construc- tively, helps them develop prob- lem solving skills, and teaches them stress management. She also helps them with parenting and child care issues. Her goal is to provide them with the skills to develop a healthier family environment Cathy sometimes has a wait- ing list, but she accepts referrals from parent, school counsellors, Infant Development Centre, physicians, Ministry of Social Services, Mental Health, Public Health, and Probation. If you need help from the Family Support Worker, call Cathy Evans at Castlegar & District Community Services Centre at 365-2104. The Kootenay Country Tourist Association held its 1994 annual general meeting recently at the Granite Pointe Golf Club. Nelson's Mayor, Bill Rams- den and Nelson-Creston MLA Corky Evans officially wel- comed all KCTA members to Nelson. Both spoke on the very posi- tive value tourism plays to the overall economies of Nelson and Kootenay Country and the importance of preserving her- itage and pristine scenery. Prior to the start of the AGM Richard Lewis, representing the Ministry of Tourism, spoke on the present and future application of the Partners In Tourism pro- gram and John Jennings, repre- senting Discover British Columbia, spoke on the value of par ips and the provincial information and reservation sys- tems first year of operation. Mike Adams gave the presi- dent's report, Norm Mackie the treasurer's report, Geoff Sturgeon the manager’s report and Norm Mackie the board of directors’ nominating report. The 1994/95 elected KCTA board of directors includes: Creston - Randy Panton; East Kootenay Lake - David Miles; West Kootenay Lake - Norm Mackie; Nelson - Mike Adams, Nakusp - Gord Graupe; Slocan Valley-George Iverson, Castlegar - Emie Turta; Rossland - Eric-Skat Petersen, Trail - Brian Miller, Grand Forks - Barb McAuley, Greenwood/Midway /Rock Creek - Cate Redden. Salmo, Kaslo and Christina Lake district director positions are vacant, at present, due to lack of nominees from these districts. Go green! Recycle the Sun $800 in damage in hit, run When Robert Fortin left his car parked on Forest Road he never suspected that it would be a target of hit and run. The damage to the Mercury Zephyr had occurred sometime between October 24 and October 27. Damage is estimated at $800. There are no suspects. HOME-BASED BUSINESSES IF YOU HAVE A HOME-BASFD BUSINESS THIS IS THE PLACE VO ADVERTISE e Hairdresser ¢ Consultant © Day Care ¢ Seamstress If you work at home — you need to be listed here! Do you have a home-based business? Then you should advertise your business name here! For info. call 365-5266. Only $30.00 for 20 words for 4 weeks — MC, VISA, Cash or Cheque! Trail & District Community Arts Council presents ... ON STAGE Wusie for the GO Connie Kaldor Sun., Nov. 13 This Canadian folk/pop, singer: was the toast of Trail’s Performance '87 series. Cats, Evita, Phantom of the Shari Ulrich Saturday, Feb. 25 A tavounte with Kootenay 2 audiences for two decades, this West Coast singer/songwnter performs with Selkirk College music faculty and staff. "UInch is all talent’ says the Hamilton Spectator Garnet Rogers Sunday, March 26 Literate, passionate Canadian CITY OF CASTLEGAR NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Notice Is hereby given that @ 2nd Public Hearing will be held on: DATE: (WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1994 TIME: 7:00 p.m. PLACE: CASTLEGAR AND DISTRICT RECREATION CENTRE 2101 - 6th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. In order to afford all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the following amendments to Official Community Pian Bylaw 651 ‘and Zoning Bylaw 553 an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in these amendments. BYLAW 696 (Amends Official Community Pian Bylaw 651) The intent of this bylaw is to change the land use designation of Lot 1, Plan 4520, District Lot 4598, Kootenay District (3805 Columbla Avenue) and Lot A, Plan 7849, District Lot , Kootenay District (3613-4th Avenue), as shown on Schedule "12" of Bylaw 696, from "UR (Urban Reserve) * and r; "MDR (Medium Density Residential)"; and "PTO (Parks, Trails, Open Space)" as the applicant intends to subdivide the property and create 127 single family residential lots and one 2.8 acre tot, BYLAW 697 (Amends Zoning Bylaw 553) The intent of this bylaw is to change the zoning designation of Lot 1, Plan 4520, District Lot 4598, Kootenay District (3805 Columbia Avenue) and Lot A. Pian 7849, District Lot 4598, Kootenay District (3613-4th Avenue), as shown on Schedule “C* of Bylaw 697, from *R1 (Single Famity Residential)” and "M2 (Heavy industrial)" to "R1 (Single Family 5; "R4 ly ; and “P2 (Parks, Recreation and " as the applicant intends to subdivide the property and create 127 single family residential lots and one 2.8 acre multifamily lot. A copy of the above bylaws and relevant background documents are available for Inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from November 3 to 16, 1994 inclusive, at City Hall, 460 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar. For further information concerning this matter you may contact the Director of Development or City Clerk at 365-7227, Dated at Castlegar, B.C. this 3rd day of November, 1994. Dianne Hunter City Clerk “HOW AIRBC CURED MY FEAR OF FLYING WITHA LITTLE INTENSIVE CARE.” Nicole Robinson Nicole Robinson had a little problem with flying. She was totally terrified of it. In fact she stayed close to home for about eighteen years. Her fiancé was doing a lot of travelling however, as he played for the Vancouver Canucks hockey farm team. A rendez-vous was set and she was given her tickets. “We hadn't seen each other in four months. ..so basically I had no choice except to fly.” Fortunately the AirBC crew did what they do best, making people feel totally com- fortable. “I saw the AirBC steward and he smiled and said hi. The pilot smiled as well. The steward talked to me about where I was going and how I was feeling and before I knew it we were landing.” The experience changed Nicole’s attitude about flying forever “Llove flying now, I can’t wait until the next time.” ra... Kevin Bradshaw and Carol Ann Feldstein perform all smooth dark baritone and silky the hits from the foremost guitar form “one of the great musical theatre composer of our talents of our tme” — Boston ora. Globe 2415 Concerts: L&J Books, Alpine Series: *45 ALL CONCERTS: Drugs, Pete's TV Greater Trail Community Centre Auditorium ¢ 7:30 pm a left turn lane. Traffic destined for Neilson will follow the new eastbound access lane. Traffic coming frem Nelson headed to Robeson will keep right and exit Highway 3A via a new exit ramp. folksinger Gamet Rogers PEOPLES DRUG MART airBC @& Province of OLR AIRLINE IS MORE THAN PLANES, IT'S PEOPLE. British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Highways 365-5888 When convenience and service count, ask your travel agent for AirBC flights. a ‘