Page A2 - The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, September 1, 1993

Council freezes proposal

TERRACE ~ — ~ Vehement neigh-

_ -bourhood: opposition has.” pet-

suaded ‘council-:to put the. brakes
on another Howe Creek develop-
ment proposal.

Dick Coxford. wanis to “build

lexury. townhouses on a 1.2 acre”

triangular area of vacant land be-

tween. the creek and McConnell ;

Ave., just west of Munroe St.”

The. parcel: 4s.part of four larger
lots. which extend from McCon-
nell up.the escarpment and on to
the bench. :

Those properties are ‘owtied by
Harry Murphy, Andy: Parviainen,
Matt Kawinsky and ‘Campbell
Stewart. 3.

Zoned" either - single * family
residential or ratal now, that area
is designated. ‘urban. residential
(one- two-family) .in the
recently, ‘adopted Official -Com-
munity Plan."

In order to. permit his proposal
to go ahead, Coxford requires .

subdivision of the larger lots and

the rezoning.
City planning: technician Jack

Heppelwhite, in a report to coun-

il, also noted “other variances,

not yet established, may also be
required’,

At last week’s council meeting,
Coxford ‘emphasized the develop-
ment would be aimed at ‘‘an
“upscale market’? and estimated
the selling - price .of the. two-
bedroom, strata title units. at
$120-150,000 apiece. -

" He also said the six duplexes
will be staggered to avoid a ‘row
house-type developmeat’’, the
property would be fully
Jandscaped and, in accordance
‘with. provincial water. manage-
ment - branch “requirements, no
building would take place within
15m of the creek.

‘None of those assurances suc-
ceeded in dampening opposition.

Producing an approximately
100-signature . petition opposing

the development, McConnell resi-
dent Kevin. Wilcox expressed
concern about increased traffic
and loss of green belt.

Jack Rigoni, a Kitimat resident
whose recently brought property
‘on Lambly, objected because the

proposed development is not con-.
sistent with other housing | in the
| area. ;

’ He said the existing single fam-
ily dwelling character of the
neighbourhood was why he’d
bought his property.

Other speakers echoed that
theme as well as expressing fears
the value of their properties
would fall if townhouses ap-
peared in the vicinity.

If it was not possible to con-
Struct the type of development
proposed under existing reguia-
tions, John Campbell said the
answer was straightforward:
don’t build it there.

“} don’t think it’s fair to the
people in that area,”’ he added.

The Coxford conundrum

Below are excerpts from city.
planning technician Jack Hep--

pelwhite’s report to council on
the Coxford rezone propesal,
outlining the problems the devel-
‘oper faced if rezoning ts not ap-
proved:

*-A conventional subdivision
under the single-family residen-
tal zoning » ‘regulations, would
create six lots;

* That would require an exten-
sion | OFF MeConnell Ave, plus

sewer and water services;

* The extended services would
be used only by the newly created
lots and:as a result, ‘“the cost per
lot would be more than normal;’’

* Subdivision on that basis

would require giving up about |

one thizd of the property for the
road extension; °

* Subtract the additional 15m
setback from the creck required
by the Water management branch
and ‘‘the most westerly of the six

lots may end up having an in-

sufficient buildable area for a
single family dwelling;’”

* “The subject property could
be effectively screened from the
adjacent property owners to
soften the impact..while provid-
ing an attractive addition to the
housing market,”” a

" _* “Policies conceming preser-
vation of natural areas shall be
addressed when considering ap-
‘proval of the. subdivision and/or
development variance permit,’

| from front
Job loss
said ‘Leisinger,

: Mills cut the equivalent of 10
full time positions last year after
another budget cut.

- That was accomplished without
anybody losing their jobs but

‘Leisinger isn’t: sure if that will

happen again, .-

At the same time, the hospital is

committed. to. reducing .the. work
week to 36 hours to be in line
‘with the new agreement.
. Wil - mean’ paying for more
hours for. services that need con-
‘stant coverage.: |»:

, But Leisinger : says what sounds
‘ike a contradiction really isn’t
because bed cuts will free up staff
hours in any event.
; The Hospital and ‘employees are

still’ working on-ways: to bring in ©

the 36 hour work week in a fash-
ion that makes sense for each de-
partment... 3 =
Employees agreed to take a cut
in. the. work. week ‘instead of
salary hikes..
. The planned cuts in staff are
part of what’s expected to be a
province ‘wide reduction of the
equivalent: of 4,800 full - ‘time
health care jobs.

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Asked by councillor Rick King
if he had met with homeowners in
the neighbourhood to explain his
plans and hear their concerns
Coxford said he had sent a letter
out advising it would be an
upscale development and inviting
them (o telephone him if they had
any concerns. ,

.. Challenged. by..a -couple of ..

people who had.received no such
letter, one of whom lived - only
four properties from the proposed
townhouse site, Coxford © ¢x-
plained he’d used the list of
people ihe city had. contacted
regarding the rezone request.
Asked what the regulations re-

quired, Heppelwhite said the city .

had to advise only owners of
property within 150 ft. of the sub-
ject property, a tesponse which
drew laughter from the crowd.
King moved the matter be sent
back to the planning commiltes to
give Coxford @ chance to meet

with the neighbours and explain —

his plans more fully.

.He recalled this had. been the
method used last year when Ray
Lovstad’s plan to develop land at
the corner of Walsh and Eby had
run into opposition.

Councillor Ruth Hallock sup-
ported King’s motion, explaining
she wanted to take a closer look
at the issue.

However, Bob Cooper, the only

other councillor present, noted he
"was

-“comfortable’’
proposal.

with the

Pointing out single family dee

velopment could create problems
for some residents of Lambly, he
added, ‘‘It’s not an easy solution,
but it’s the best for the city.’’

By that two-one margin, the
rezone request was sent back to
committee,

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A FINE DAY FORA HIKE..

So i's a fine day for a hike in the park or in the mushroom palch... lust throw on
Ihe runners and ware off., no hak on thera a minute let's consider a lew things.

Last time you want with your rend who knew the area, however, loday you have
dacidad to ga alone. however, hava you considered how to be propared for the
unexpected, First of all, does anyone know where you are going and when you are
expected back, Always tell someone, even when no one is around leave a nole
dascribing your plans. If passible never hike alone bring a partner.

Clothing and footwear Is of uimost consideration, Well fitted hiking bools are tha:
-] best foslwear as you offen run into rough and unexpected | terrain bul al the vary teas!

wear footwear thal provides the bast protection for feet and ankles alike (preferably
waterproof}, When deciding what clothing lo wear it Is best to drass inlayers, a T shirt,
a sweatshir, a light jacket. it is easiarto put clothing on and lake it off than not to hava
anough fo keep you warm,

Always taka protection for your head even if it ls just a scarf, easily tied around
your neck it will be a welcome fland in the blazing sun or on a chilly nighl. Hf you
gncountar bad wealher haad protection will bacome crucial ae more heal is lost
(brough your haad than any other part of your body. Cotton clothing Is good for hol dry
weather and wool Is bes! in wel or cool as # rotains it warmth even when wet. Bring
along a pack back lo carry your extra gear,

Certain other essential itams that you should atways take on a hike are waler,
matchas in a'walar proof containar, high anergy snacks, whistle, pocket knife, light
welght space blanket, rellactor or hand mirror, insact repellent and & small first aid kil.
Tha Park Naturalist always caries a flst.aid kil even for a ten minute: hike,
Dehydration will increase your susceptibility to faigue and hypothermia, so water Is.
crucial to your survival if you ara lost. Carrying a compass is an excellent idea but
foarn how to use it first,

The bast thing you can do when hiking is set an example for your child. Practice
the readiness rulos. think of the storas you have tead in the paper or heard on the
news of a lost peopla. Being prepared may he the mosl important lesson you have
ever aught, Batter safe than sorry and enjoy. Have a goad time In tha bush this fail.

Thanks lo all the people wha came out to Lakelse leke and took part in some of

the programs.
Have a gocd yaar and we will see you next summer.

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PARK VISITORS PROGRAMS

Thursday (Septamber 2)

8.00 p.m, “Walk on the Dark Side" Coma and challenge your senses In the forest and
sep how the forest shapes ou world in the Dark. Bring aflashlight, Meet at
the Entrance Sign neer the beginning of Twin Spruce trall. (Across from the
Sani Station) |

_. Felday September 3) “Tralis Dey" - ;

11.00 am. "Kleanza Creek Hike" Come to Kleanza Creek and hike the ‘hart tral ta the

top of the canyon. Meet at In the Day use area Kleanza Creek Park":

12.30 p.m. “Lekeise Lake Hike" Come ta the Twin spruce tral and hika the short trail,

Help celebrate Trails Day. Meet at the Host site Lekelse Lake,
8.00 p.m. “Micro Delight". There is more to the park than your campfire! A chance to look

though special micro boxes at soma Interesting things In the park. .

Amphitheatre.
Saturday § aplamber 4}
3.00 p.m, “Jerry's Rangers" Kids come and find out how you can 7 bee “Garbage
Gobbter* and learn about some special things in the pack, Amphithealra, ». -
8.00 p.m. “Whistla Ht you see mo". Tips far living in harmony with Bears, Skit. and
presentation, Amphitheatre. —- a
Sunday (September §)

3,00 p.m, *The Fishing Trlp" Discover why two fishing shirts wont be atiough, Bo ng. |

Safety especially for the kids, Amphitheatre, es

8.00 p.m. "Hel and Bubbly". A lock at one of tha most Interesting new parks in B. Othe.
Nisga'a Memorial Lava Perk. Slide show and presentation. Amphitheatre

Monday (Septembar 8) :

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