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30 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer April 28, 2006 �� Making a difference �� District of Invermere NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OCP and Zoning Bylaw Amendment NOTICE is given of a Public Hearing to be held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday May 10, 2006 in the Invermere Community Hall at 709- 10th Street, in the District of Invermere, to amend the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1085 and Zoning Bylaw No. 1145. Bylaw No. 1273 will change the Official Community Plan as follows: • By re-designating Block 1, Plan 2133, District Lot 216, Kootenay Land District, Except parts included in Plan 4188, 9866, 10795, and 12171 from RESORT TOURIST COMMERCIAL to DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL; • By re-designating Lot 2, DL 216, KD Plan 11536, That Part of District Lot 216, Kootenay District Included in Sketch Plan 3252I, Lot 1, Dl 216, KD Plan 4379 Except Part Included in Plan NEP20624 and Lot A, DL 216, KD Plan NEP 20624 from MULTI- FAMILY (LOW DENSITY) and MULTI-FAMILY (HIGH DENSITY) to DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL; • By re-designating Lot 22, except plan 8168, Block B, DL 216, KD Plan 1013 from RECREATIONAL/ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS to DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL; • Amending the Downtown Regulating Plan Downtown Building Type 11 (DT-11) from Lot 1, DL 216, KD Plan 17228 • Amending the Downtown Regulating Plan by deleting Downtown Building Type 12 (DT-12) from Lot B, DL 216, KD Plan 11813 and Lot A-B-C DL 216, KD Plan 12930 • By changing the street types of 13th Street between 4th and 7th Avenue from Street Type 7 to Street Type 12; • By changing the street type of 4th Avenue from Street Type 9 to Street Type 13; and • By adding a new Street type for 3rd Avenue called Street Type 14. Bylaw No. 1274 will amend the Zoning Bylaw No. 1145 by: • introducing a new zone entitled COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT ZONE 1 (CD-1): WATERSIDE; • rezoning the subject properties outlined below from R-2, MULTI-FAMILY (LOW DENSITY) RESIDENTIAL ZONE, R-4, MULTI-FAMILY (HIGH DENSITY) ZONE, C-1, DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL ZONE, RES-2, RESORT ACCOMMODATION and RECREATION ZONE and P-1, PUBLIC INSITUTIONAL ZONE to COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT ZONE 1 (WATERSIDE). The intent of these bylaws is to permit the construction of a hotel and conference centre, multi-family residential, railway station and ground floor commercial uses. The subject properties are: • Block 1, Plan 2133, District Lot 216, Kootenay Land District, Except parts included in Plan 4188, 9866, 10795, and 12171 • Lot 2, DL 216, KD Plan 11536 • That Part of District Lot 216, Kootenay District Included in Sketch Plan 3252I • Lot 1, Dl 216, KD Plan 4379 Except Part Included in Plan NEP20624 • Lot A, DL 216, KD Plan NEP 20624 • Lot 22, except plan 8168, Block B, DL 216, KD Plan 1013 • Lot 1, DL 216, KD Plan 17228 • Lot B, DL 216, KD Plan 11813 • Lot A-B-C DL 216, KD Plan 12930 The above synopsis is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as the full text and content of the proposed “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1273, 2005” and “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No 1274, 2005”. A copy of this proposed bylaw and relevant background documents may be inspected at the District of Invermere municipal office 914 - 8th Ave., Invermere from April 24 to May 10, 2006. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1273, 2005” and “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1274, 2005” may; • send written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing • fax written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing; or • present verbal or written briefs at the hearing. NOTICE is also given that the Council will not accept any written or verbal presentations subsequent to the close of the public hearing. Christopher Prosser Chief Administrative Officer P.O. BOX 339, 914 8th AVENUE, INVERMERE, B.C. V0A1K0 TELEPHONE: (250) 342-9281 FAX: (250) 342-2934 By Lisa M. Rohrick Special to The Pioneer On the United Nations Human Development Index for 2005 (measuring health, education and wealth), Niger, West Africa was at the bottom of the list of 177 countries (Canada is at number 5). Surrounded by staggering needs, my teammates and I in Niger want to help. But we want to provide help that truly is helpful, fostering neither laziness nor dependence on Western money. Meet Mamane, a cattle herder in a small village in southwestern Niger. Mamane is Fulani, a nomadic people who depend on their herds for survival. When sickness hits and animals die, the Fulani suffer. So Mamane and some of his fellow cattlemen took it upon themselves to learn how to better care for their animals. They organized an animal breeding co-operative, called Walde Pottal, which has been operating since 2000. They have sent representatives to conferences where they have learned about feeding and caring for their animals, and have taken steps to improve their herd’s overall wellbeing. In 2005, Mamane met my colleague Barry, a farm boy from Manitoba who was able to converse with him about cattle breeding and related topics. As their friendship developed, Mamane and other co-op members shared with Barry their plans for improvement and where they needed help. They talked about education being like turning on a light in the darkness, and they wanted to learn new things so that they wouldn’t be left behind. A need high on their list was vaccinations for their animals. Before heading off to the U.S. for a year, Barry recruited the services of a local veterinarian to train Mamane and three other members of Walde Pottal in para-veterinary medicine. The co-op paid for their transportation into the city of Niamey and their food while they were taking their training. We paid for their tuition, some equipment and an initial stock of vaccinations and other medications. The four men studied diligently then went back to their villages ready to get to work. They have already vaccinated several hundred animals. The idea is that animal owners must pay for the vaccines, enabling the para-vets to replace their stock. So far it seems to be working. The para-veterinarians completed their training in March 2006, and I went along with another colleague and the vet to a meeting of the Walde Pottal co-operative to present their certificates. We also presented them with some more equipment to be shared among them. Then a group of us trekked around a village finding cows whose hooves needed trimming so the vet could show his students how to do it and let them practice. They also castrated a young goat. A week later we were able to give Walde Pottal a young Azawak bull. Bred in Niger for the severe heat of this country, the Azawak breed makes for excellent beef and produces up to five times the volume of milk of many other local breeds. The bull belongs to the coop, to be shared around the seven member villages with the goal of improving their herds. The co-op will charge a stud fee to pay for the bull’s food. Two members of Walde Pottal came to Niamey for the occasion. We went to the farm just outside the city to pick him up. It was quite the operation getting a 700-pound bull into the back of a Toyota pick-up truck! But we made it safely out to their village, the only casualty being a tail light on the truck. Villagers excitedly gathered around to welcome the bull to town. The head of the cattlemen told us his heart was very joyful. The chief also thanked us and repeated his appreciation of our involvement in the village. Mamane gave the bull a name: Leelal, which means “moonlight” in Fulfulde (the language of the Fulani people). The moon doesn’t actually have any light of its own; it simply reflects the light of the sun. We are praying that, like the moon, Leelal the bull will be a reflector of light, shining God’s love in Fulani villages. Lisa Rohrick is a former Invermere resident working as a missionary in Niger, West Africa.
April 28, 2006 FAITH Doubting Thomas got bum rap By Sandy Ferguson, Windermere Valley Shared Ministry In this Easter season, I have been refl ecting on Doubting Th omas. He doubted the truth of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He demanded to put his fi ngers in the mark of the nails on Jesus’ hands, before he would believe. Only when he was able to do so, did he believe. For his doubts, Th omas became infamous for his lack of faith, compared with those who believed even without physical proof. But I believe that Th omas has been getting a bum rap for too many years. Many of us have more in common with Th omas than we might be willing to confess. I know that there have been times in my life when I have had doubts over questions of faith, and I demanded proof, so I could continue to believe. It is part of our human nature, we say we want to believe, but we want proof to know that we are following the right path. We are worried that we might be mistaken, and end up in the wrong place, as it were. I remember an episode of Th e Simpsons, when Ned Flanders, the show’s Christian, confesses that he gives money to a variety of churches, to make sure all his bases are covered! And that is why I believe that Th omas is important for us, because he was wiling to ask questions, because he was willing to confess his doubts. His questions showed that he wanted to believe, but he wanted proof. When we ask questions, it shows our willingness to confront our doubts, hoping that we may fi nd answers that will help us on our journeys of faith. And by asking questions, we are showing a willingness to begin the journey, but we are looking for some guidance. We engage in a dialogue with others, and when they share their experiences with us, they off er insights into our own journey. I know that in my own faith journey, it is through the questions that I have shared with others that my own faith has deepened. And in today’s world there are many people who have questions about faith. People are looking for ways to explore their questions. Th at is why there is so much media attention around books such as Th e Da Vinci Code, or the recently revealed Gospel of Judas. With their claims of amazing revelations, they get people’s attention. However, I doubt they can really help people who are exploring their faith, as the revelations they off er have no real answers to the question of faith itself. And this is the challenge that faces the church. What can we off er to those people who have questions about faith? As a community of faith, we are called to proclaim to the world the Good News, that God is with us, and we are all beloved children of God. And we are called to welcome others to share in our community. And as part of our welcome, we should be a community where people feel safe in asking their questions, without being told what they must believe. When a person brings their doubts to us, it is an opportunity to share in the beginning of their journey of faith. We shouldn’t be threatened by other people’s doubts. Instead we should welcome the opportunity to encounter the presence of God in their questions, which may challenge us to deepen our own faith. So if you have any questions about faith come and join us in our worship at Christ Church Trinity or All Saints Church. Or give me a call at my offi ce, our number is in the book, and I am always happy to chat! We may not have all the answers, but we off er a place where you will be welcome to share your questions, and begin your journey of faith. � � � �� MORE THAN TWICE THE READERS OF ANY OTHER LOCAL NEWSPAPER The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 31 Valley Churches LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, April 30th - 10:30 a.m. “Reaching Out - Celebrating Others.” Worship and Life Instruction. Sunday School for ages 3 to Grade 7 during the morning service. Senior Pastor Rev. Dieter Magnus • Associate Pastor Rev. Jared Enns 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 342-9535 WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY Sunday, April 30th 10:30 a.m. - Invermere - Christ Church Trinity. Worship & Sunday School. Rev. Sandy Ferguson • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 342-6644 VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10:00 am Children’s church during the message part of the service. Children 4 - 12 years. • Sunday, 7:00 pm Prayer Meeting Senior Pastor Rev. John Cuyler • www.vcassembly.com Highway 93/95, 1 km north of Windermere • 342-9511 ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Canadian Martyrs Church, Invermere Saturday, 7:00 p.m. Mass • Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Mass St. Joseph’s Church, Hwy 93/95 Radium Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Mass St. Anthony’s Church, Canal Flats Sunday, 4:00 p.m. Mass Father Jose Joaquin • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Regular weekly worship services every Sunday at 1:30 pm at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman 1-866-426-7564 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Every Sunday 10:00 am Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • Radium Seniors’ Hall • 342-6633 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Sunday, 10:00 am President J.P. Tremblay • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 1-866-349-5772 Invermere Christian Supplies Invermere Christian 1229-7 th Ave., Invermere 342-6415 �� Supplies www.invermerechristiansupplies.com ��
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