Public Notices and Background Information (misc.)

Colwood, View Royal Fire ready for annual open house

Shalu Mehta
shalu.mehta@goldstreamgazette.com

Want to learn more about your local fire department? View Royal and Colwood residents will have the chance to do so on June 8 and 9.

View Royal Fire Rescue and Colwood Fire Rescue open their doors to the public as part of their annual fire hall open house.

There will be demonstrations, equipment displays, fire trucks, treats and fun for the family.

• View Royal Fire Rescue Open House

  • Date/time: Sat. June 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Location: 333 Island Hwy.
  • Note: Parking will be limited so attendees are being asked to consider alternative methods of transportation.

• Colwood Fire Rescue Open House

  • Date/time: Sun. June 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Location: 3215 Metchosin Rd.
  • Note: Hot dogs will be available by donation in support of the Colwood Volunteer Firefighters’ community initiatives.

Illegal trafficking in the region funds terrorist networks

Profits from illicit trafficking in the region are a known source of funding for terrorist and criminal networks, which represents a common treat to the security and prosperity of the region, according to the Department of National Defence.

“I’m extremely proud of the hard work and professionalism demonstrated by all Canadian Armed Forces units and members working together in the region during Operation ARTEMIS,” said Cmdr. Jacob French, commanding officer of HMCS Regina and Operation ARTEMIS task force commander. “As a team, we contributed to maritime security in the region by disrupting the use of the high seas as a passage-way for illegal activities, while supporting the free-flow of international trade and commerce in some of the world’s busiest waterways. That’s $4.7 million dollars that will not be making it into the hands of those wanting to do harm around the world.”

In about one month’s time, HMCS Regina made four drug busts.

• On May 3, the ship seized over two tonnes of hashish in the Northern Arabian Sea.
• On April 18, the ship seized 1.5 tonnes of hashish and 10.5 kilograms of heroin while deployed in the Indian Ocean.
• On April 15, the ship seized over three tonnes of hashish.
• On April 6 it seized more than 2.5 tonnes of hashish. Both of those seizures took place off the coast of Oman.

HMCS Regina, its embarked Cyclone helicopter and the Asterix will now resume operation PROJECTION, working with partner navies and conducting key leader engagements to enhance military cooperation and partnerships in support of Canada’s diplomatic efforts in the Asia-Pacific region.

The ship will return to Esquimalt in August, concluding a six-month deployment.

shalu.mehta@goldstreamgazette.com

Association aims to run club itself

Shalu Mehta
shalu.mehta@goldstreamgazette.com

“We were trying to be as realistic as possible,” Chia said. “It’s our goal to run the club on our own.”

However, West Shore Parks and Recreation just approved its annual budget, which accounts for reduced revenue and expenses from curling as well as new dry floor revenue and expenses.

“As far as everyone is concerned the curling rink is shut down until they tell us they will accept our business proposal,” Chia said. “I think in their mind they have shut us down … I’m hoping that when they look at the proposal they will see the light, so to speak, and see that we are 100 per cent committed to making this work.”

Clarke said that while the budget has been approved, it can be changed depending on what the board decides.

If the rink shuts down for good, Chia said the JDF Curling Association will not have a new home to go to. She said most of its 500 plus members will likely just stay at home. Other clubs in the area cannot accommodate all of the JDF Curling Association members, Chia said.

“We’re just being positive … We’re hoping they will come around.”

shalu.mehta@goldstreamgazette.com

Colwood removes landmark due to safety concerns over rot

Shalu Mehta
shalu.mehta@goldstreamgazette.com

Stumpy, a familiar Colwood landmark, was removed from its home at the corner of Lagoon and Metchosin Roads by the City.

An online statement from the City of Colwood says the large tree stump was removed due to safety concerns since the wood has deteriorated and rotted.

“Chunks of rotten wood had begun to fall off the poor old stump as squirrels burrowed in,” the statement reads. “The City could not take the chance of someone getting hit on the head.”

Sandra Russell, communications manager for the City of Colwood said when the City was discussing the Official Community Plan, senior staff met with Chiefs and Councils of local First Nations and brought up Stumpy.

“It had become a safety issue and there was some contemplation at that time that it might be removed,” Russell said. “The response that the City got was that there were no cultural considerations for them at that time.”

The City took steps to ensure Stumpy is not designated as a heritage tree.

The removal of Stumpy will also improve visibility at the intersection for people using the crosswalk between Royal Bay Bakery and Sangster Elementary School.

Nearby developments by the Lagoon that are building out will also trigger an upgrade to the intersection.

Known to some as a Welcome Tree, Russell said there isn’t any official documentation about the significance behind Stumpy.

“It definitely has been a landmark for generations,” Russell said. “It was an easily identifiable tree and it would have been a natural landmark for people.”

shalu.mehta@goldstreamgazette.com

Notices of Public Hearing — City of Langford

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (Bylaw Nos. 1840 and 1841)

The City of Langford has received an application to amend Official Community Plan Bylaw and Zoning Bylaw No. 300 by means of proposed Bylaw Nos. 1840 and 1841.

All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaws will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaws at a Public Hearing to be held in the CITY OF LANGFORD COUNCIL CHAMBERS, Third Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, on Monday, 17 June 2019, at 5:30 pm. Please be advised that no representations may be received by Council after the close of the Public Hearing and any submissions made to Council, whether orally or in writing, will form part of a public record.

Proposal:

• The purpose of Bylaw No. 1840 is to amend the designation of the land that is the subject of Bylaw No. 1840 from the Hillside or Shoreline designation to the Business or Light Industrial designation within the City of Langford Official Community Plan No. 1200, for the property located at 4365 West Shore Pkwy.
• The purpose of Bylaw No. 1841 is to amend the zoning of the land that is the subject of Bylaw No. 1841 from RM2A (Attached Housing) Zone, The RR4 (Rural Residential 4) Zone, and the RR5 (Rural Residential 5) Zone to the BP2A (Business Park 2A – Sooke Road West) Zone within the City of Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300 so as to include the property as part of the Glenshire Business Park development.

Applicant: Chad Bryden, Verity Construction

Location: The land that is the subject of Bylaw Nos. 1840 and 1841 is 4365 West Shore Pkwy as shown shaded on the plan.

COPIES of the complete proposed Bylaws and other material that the Council may consider in relation to the Bylaws may be viewed from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (holidays excluded), from Monday, 3 June 2019 to Monday, 17 June 2019, inclusive, at Langford City Hall, 2nd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, V9B 2X8. Please contact Lauren Morhart in the Planning Department at 250-478-7882 with any questions on these Bylaws.

Braden Hutchins
Director of Corporate Services

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (Bylaw Nos. 1828 and 1829)

The City of Langford has received an application to amend Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1200 and Zoning Bylaw No. 300 by means of proposed Bylaw Nos. 1828 and 1829.

All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaws will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaws at a Public Hearing to be held in the CITY OF LANGFORD COUNCIL CHAMBERS, Third Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, on Monday, 17 June 2019, at 5:30 pm. Please be advised that no representations may be received by Council after the close of the Public Hearing and any submissions made to Council, whether orally or in writing, will form part of a public record.

Proposal:

• The purpose of Bylaw No. 1828 is to amend the City of Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1200 by various text amendments that update the City Centre designation, reflect changes made to the design guidelines, and provide development guidance.
• The purpose of Bylaw No. 1829 is to amend the City of Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300 by amending various text in Zoning Bylaw No. 300 appendix and amending the text and Schedules in the General Design Guidelines. These updates reflect the continuous growth of the City of Langford, the desired pedestrian orientation, and the desired neighbourhood design criteria.

Applicant: City of Langford

Location: The land that is the subject of Bylaw Nos. 1828 and 1829 includes all properties in the City of Langford.

COPIES of the complete proposed Bylaws and other material that the Council may consider in relation to the Bylaws may be viewed from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (holidays excluded), from Monday, 3 June 2019 to Monday, 17 June 2019, inclusive, at Langford City Hall, 2nd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, V9B 2X8. Please contact Wolfgang Schoenefus in the Planning Department at 250-478-7882 with any questions on these Bylaws.

Braden Hutchins
Director of Corporate Services

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