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Re: “Budget for municipal hall renos up $200K”
I do not understand how the muni has found this extra money as well, they have three new court cases coming up and they have no idea where the money is going to come from to pay for these cases. Why should the tax payer have to cough up our hard earned dollars to pay for something that we did not even create, but they can all of a sudden find an extra $200,000.00 for a new office.
This is exactly what is wrong with government bodies just being able to dip into the penny bank with out justification. The muni should be postponing their reno and putting funding where the priorities are and I think a plush new office is not the priority right now.
Re: “Budget for municipal hall renos up $200K”
We were able to win the Olympics the largest sporting event in the World, Whistler is home to some of the top hotel, restaurant and retail brands in the world, Ironman etc.... All of this came with how municipal hall looks right now, Whistler became and still is a world class resort with how muni hall looks. So what investments or opportunities are we missing out on with the way muni hall looks at this moment? If you are looking to upgrade your offices why don't you just say that, don't try to mask it with this BS and try to make us think we are losing out on potential clients because of how the muni hall looks.
Re: “Two-year-old land dispute still unresolved”
Hello one-sided article.
Re: “Task force formed to address long weekend mayhem”
Frisk and search. Bigger visible police presence. New no loitering bylaws. Hefty fines. Crown council that will use the law to the fullest.
Re: “Broken windows, vandalism reported”
Every year this happens. At least no one got stabbed or seriously hurt this time around. The Chamber needs to get together collectively with the RCMP and come up with a plan.
Staying out of the village (like I did), isn't the answer.
Re: “Murder mystery set in Whistler”
I have always liked Spano's books, they are a great mystery read. RIght now I have been pleasantly surprised by Jonelle Patrick's Mysteries. Her newest is Fallen Angel, and I wasn't sure I was going to like it, but ended up loving it. Great books to read are always a necessity! For info on Patrick's books, her site is her name, jonellepatrick.com. Good info there. Used to snowboard in my younger years and did so at Whistler a few times, so I am looking forward to reading this one!
Re: “Broken windows, vandalism reported”
The rates for this weekend are already increased compared to the ADR for the rest of the month as well as minimum night restrictions. I think they need to do what they did for the Millennium New Year, a police roadblock you have to pass through to get into Whistler. When a guest makes a reservation every persons name staying in the room needs to be on the reservation confirmation, no name no entrance. This gives the police the opportunity to speak to almost everyone, gives the police the time to run potential criminals. I realize this could be precieved as an inconvenience but it could also be precieved as the community of Whistler caring for its future guests and business as well as all of us that have to work during this time frame every year. You could also have this police presence at the Greyhound as well, obviously what Whistler is doing now as far as prevention is clearly not working. At what point does Whistler say enough is enough, when someone is killed? The other option is Whistler closes up shop for the Friday and Saturday and have that weekend be just for us, the people that make Whistler run 365 days of the year. Business would suffer of course but at least there would be no clean up of broken windows, windshields , hotel rooms, etc......... I think as stance like this would spin well within the media as well "Residents and Business owners take Whistler back"
Re: “Broken windows, vandalism reported”
then families would have even less of a reason to come to whistler, since they have way less disposable income than graduating idiots with no responsibilities.
Re: “Broken windows, vandalism reported”
This is being blasted all over the news, making everyone re-think their family friendly trips to Whistler. These people are a disgrace and a bunch of cowards. This happens every year. It's time to jack the rates at the hotels. If these idiots are going to come here and trash it, let's make them pay through their teeth for it until they go somewhere else.
Re: “SUP paddler rescued from Howe Sound”
Many Mahalos to Simon and Tyler for being there for me. If they had not been there I would not be here today. There are no words to express how grateful I am to them. My warmest Alohas to both of you. They were extremely professional at doing there job and thanks to both of them again as I am back safe here on Maui.
Re: “SUP paddler rescued from Howe Sound”
My girlfriend would not be alive if not for the quick thinking and watchful eye of CO Simon Gravel. Thank you Simon. You are a hero in my eyes and I am forever great full to you for saving an angels life that day.
Re: “SUP paddler rescued from Howe Sound”
One of the most important pieces of safety equipment for Stand Up Paddlers (SUP) is a LEASH. Leashes are not list in Transport Canada's list of required equipment.
NEVER RIDE A SUP BOARD WITH OUT A LEASH.
Re: “SUP paddler rescued from Howe Sound”
The equipment you're required to carry varies by type and length of your craft, and where and when you're paddling. You may need any or all of the following items. Visit Transport Canada for more details.
PFD
Every paddlecraft is required to have "one Canadian-approved personal flotation device or lifejacket of appropriate size for each person on board." Inflatable PFDs and belt packs are popular with boarders and other paddlers because of their low profile. You must be wearing an inflatable device for it to be legal (an excellent habit to get into with foam-filled flotation devices too). Inflatables are not legal for whitewater because they are not inherently buoyant.
Sound Signalling Device
Every paddlecraft must have "one sound-signalling appliance that meets the applicable standards set out in the Collision Regulations, or a sound-signalling device." Provided it's pealess, a simple whistle (like the one that comes attached to many PFDs) fulfills this requirement.
Heaving Line
Almost every paddlecraft is required to have "one buoyant heaving line at least 15m long." Sit-on-top kayaks are exempt, provided everyone on board is wearing an approved PFD or lifejacket (inflatable or foam).
Throwlines are great for whitewater paddlers, who can toss them from a river's edge to a companion in trouble. They are rarely used by sea kayakers or lake canoeists. Many non-whitewater paddlers carry a combination throwline-towline. A towline is more useful for most craft-to-craft rescues in open water, and for towing tired or seasick paddlers. If you're paddling on the sea, be sure any hardware on your towline is saltwater safe.
Bailer or Pump
"One bailer or manual bilge pump or bilge-pumping arrangements." A simple scoop made from a cut-up bleach bottle would fulfill the law, but a proper pump will empty your boat faster. This requirement doesn't apply to a "pleasure craft that cannot hold enough water to make it capsize or a pleasure craft that has watertight compartments that are sealed and not readily accessible." So paddleboards, self-bailing inflatable kayaks, and sit-on-top kayaks with hatch free flotation compartments are exempt.
Reboarding Device
"One reboarding device." This is required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard is more than 0.5m, so most paddlecraft are exempt. If you're paddling open water, consider carrying a rescue stirrup anyway. They're great for self or assisted rescues or even for those who can usually roll or reboard unassisted.
Flashlight
If you're paddling in darkness, fog, or snow, or if your craft is more than 6m long (like many double kayaks and expedition canoes) you're required to carry a "watertight flashlight." If you regularly paddle at night, consider a steady burning white light that is visible from all sides. It will give other boats a better chance of seeing you in time to react safely.
Flares
If your craft is over 6m, you're required to carry "Six Canadian-approved flares of Type A (Rocket Parachute), B (Multi-Star) or C (Hand)." You're exempt if you're paddling on a river, canal, or lake where you can't get more than 1.852km (one nautical mile) from shore, or if your boat "has no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition or in final preparation for an official competition." Even if you're exempt, think about where and when you paddle, and whether carrying flares could increase your safety in an emergency.
Compass
The requirement for "One magnetic compass" doesn't apply if your boat is 8m or less and you're paddling within sight of seamarks (navigation marks). But a compass is always an excellent tool to have in case of fog or GPS failure.
Radar Reflector
Transport Canada's requires one radar reflector "in certain circumstances." Most paddlecraft are exempt in most situations as "the small size of the vessel or its operation away from radar navigation makes compliance impractical." However, this is a good reminder that small, non-metal boats are invisible on radar. Prudent paddlers should avoid high traffic waters in restricted visibility. If you're accidentally caught in such circumstances, a GPS and a VHF radio could be used to advise bigger boats of your location.
Re: “Mackerel Wars”
By the way, such an opinion is also advocated by Norwegian NGOs - Bellona and Zero.
Re: “Mackerel Wars”
In my opinion, the history of cod wars may be successfully used by Iceland in order to widen its' fishing boundaries. Such precedents may serve as useful diplomatic measures in international affairs, and in this particular case in the relations of Iceland and the United Kingdom.
Re: “Experts analyze LNG proposal”
What wasn't mentioned in the article about the risks of LNG can be found here:
http://timrileylaw.com/LNG.htm
http://powellriverpersuader.blogspot.ca/20…
Re: “McIntyre recalls her MLA years”
She spent $121,348 in the last election (2009) to get 10,101 votes.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Vancouv…
Current BC Liberal candidate Jordan Sturdy is spending somewhere around $60,000.
Source: http://www.nsnews.com/news/West+Vancouver+…
Consider voting Independent next time: jonjohnson.ca
Re: “Ticks suck”
Great article, these are nasty beasts for sure! You never mentioned the “bullseye” rash that often accompanies a bite from an infected tick. Also the local ticks can carry Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever which is similar to Lyme Disease and if left untreated, will definitely make you late for dinner.
The discovery of Lyme Disease is a real feel good story despite how serious it is. A group of neighborhood mothers in Old Lyme just could not believe that all these children in the area were coming down with serious cases of what was thought to be a rare form of juvenile arthritis.
The anecdotal information these parents gathered made the initial link between tick bites and their children’s illnesses. Local doctors and researchers from a major university then carried out systematic studies which conclusively proved how Lyme Disease is transmitted. Shows you what a big difference a few normal people can make!
Re: “I'll be voting for...”
Confusion relief can be found here: jonjohnson.ca
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May 24, 2013, 2:05 PM
Task force formed to address long weekend mayhem
Locals frustrated by damage to village; police log 17 cases of mischief over one night More...
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May 24, 2013, 2:00 PM
Crud 2 Mud kicks off Bike Park event season
Course to be announced at mandatory athlete meeting Sat. 6 p.m. at the GLC More...
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May 24, 2013, 2:00 PM
Tourism Whistler holds board of director elections
Eight candidates were nominated for three positions on the Board More...
Re: “Two-year-old land dispute still unresolved”
what do you need to know about the other side ? 9 families lost their homes to the squamish nation.