Hello all,
Hope your enjoying the summer weather that has caught up to the calender.
To start off, those of us that travel East Vernon Rd. (& Tillicum Rd.) are still waiting for the roads to be usable. Although alternate routes are available, it is quite inconvenient to not have the full options available to traverse through the BX area. As one observation has been noted in the paper. Letter to the editor here: http://www.vernonmorningstar.com/opinion/letters/161508425.html So, the last time that these areas washed out, (I believe it was in 1996) the road had suffered more damage and the repairs included a temporary bridge and it was repaired in a timely manner (without the extended waiting period.) Some have voiced their displeasure on the length of time that this is taking, as the repair has yet to be done. Anyone and everyone, who may wish to acknowledge their opinions can send an email to the Provicial Minister of Transportation. The website has this as a contact email:
mailto:Minister.Transportation@gov.bc.ca
Phone/Fax: Telephone: 250 387-1978 Fax: 250 356-2290
or a printed/typed letter to be mailed to
"Honourable Blair Lekstrom, PO BOX 9055 STN PROV GOVT, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9E2"
(If anyone has problems with the above link the source website is here http://www.gov.bc.ca/tran/contacts.html#minister)
Just F.Y.I., the "BX Ranch Park" is a heritage park that allows dog use, not an official "Dog Park" as a recently removed sign otherwise indicated. If anyone has thoughts, suggestions or comments on the Park's future direction, please share them in the "Comment" section. Or email the Assoc. at bxslca@hotmail.com .
Look for a couple directors (from the Association) on site with a 'survey questionaire' (in early Aug. 2012) to receive feedback on the park from the users of the park as well as other interested individuals. These questionnaire responses will be forwarded to the Regional Distict for consideration.
Cherries are certainly looking (and tasting) delicious. All other berries in season also are very enjoyable. We look forward to a good apple (and other fruits harvest.) Vegtables are their own schedule, but look equally enjoyable.
Further comments on the improvements near Stickle Rd. should be completed in a couple weeks. The work done to now is a greatly improved image that beautifies the entrance to the Vernon area.
That's all for now, more to follow in a short while...
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Summertime has (Officially) Arrived!!!
Hello Everyone,
This entry is a little later than expected. However, everyone is probably busy with gardening and yard work. The extended precipitation has been problematic in areas but has been great for local scenery. All the hills being green is nice for a change. All the birds and wildlife enjoy the 'wet' season as well. Great for gardens, great for the water bill.
For anyone who may be interested. There is the "TD Tree Day" event at the BX Ranch Park in September 2012. To register follow the link below. There is a limit of 25 registrants, but the park will not be closed – the cap is due to the fact that they will be providing refreshments for 25 people, and five plants per registrant.
Go here to be one of the 25 people planting that day: http://www.treedays.com/
More to be added shortly, once information is confirmed...stay tuned.
Of course, comment and suggestions are welcome below on topics you're thinking about.
Above all, enjoy the summer (whatever weather it may bring.)
This entry is a little later than expected. However, everyone is probably busy with gardening and yard work. The extended precipitation has been problematic in areas but has been great for local scenery. All the hills being green is nice for a change. All the birds and wildlife enjoy the 'wet' season as well. Great for gardens, great for the water bill.
For anyone who may be interested. There is the "TD Tree Day" event at the BX Ranch Park in September 2012. To register follow the link below. There is a limit of 25 registrants, but the park will not be closed – the cap is due to the fact that they will be providing refreshments for 25 people, and five plants per registrant.
Go here to be one of the 25 people planting that day: http://www.treedays.com/
More to be added shortly, once information is confirmed...stay tuned.
Of course, comment and suggestions are welcome below on topics you're thinking about.
Above all, enjoy the summer (whatever weather it may bring.)
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Summer has Arrived !!!
Greetings Bloggers,
Summer has arrived, despite some liquid sunshine, it is pretty official when the bird broods are getting out and about, the pollinators are around (bees, butterflies, etcetera) and the 'orchestra' of lawnmowers are heard (usually) on weekends.
Upgrade of the area along Stickle Rd., Area "B". Native plants to be introduced as they are more eye-appealing landscape. Drip irrigation is to be installed. Completion to be done this summer. We are looking forward to see the completed work.
The association is discussing a potential 'seed swap', possibly held at the BX Ranch Park. This is only in a brainstorming phase currently. However, if people that have grown their own plants and leave approximately 10% for seed, everyone with seeds could participate. We request if this transpires that people bring seeds they have actually grown, not 'cheat'. More information will appear here once discussion and some direction has been decided. Comments and suggestions are welcome on this idea.
After our next Directors' meeting, we will have information pertaining to our next year's Annual General Meeting venue. Over the last couple years, the venue had changed which may have been confusing to our membership. We will be more definitive in the near future.
Thanks to all the readers of this blog. Please feel free to express your points of view in the comment section. Suggestions are accepted as well, also please share the blog with anyone that is interested.
Until next time...
Summer has arrived, despite some liquid sunshine, it is pretty official when the bird broods are getting out and about, the pollinators are around (bees, butterflies, etcetera) and the 'orchestra' of lawnmowers are heard (usually) on weekends.
Upgrade of the area along Stickle Rd., Area "B". Native plants to be introduced as they are more eye-appealing landscape. Drip irrigation is to be installed. Completion to be done this summer. We are looking forward to see the completed work.
The association is discussing a potential 'seed swap', possibly held at the BX Ranch Park. This is only in a brainstorming phase currently. However, if people that have grown their own plants and leave approximately 10% for seed, everyone with seeds could participate. We request if this transpires that people bring seeds they have actually grown, not 'cheat'. More information will appear here once discussion and some direction has been decided. Comments and suggestions are welcome on this idea.
After our next Directors' meeting, we will have information pertaining to our next year's Annual General Meeting venue. Over the last couple years, the venue had changed which may have been confusing to our membership. We will be more definitive in the near future.
Thanks to all the readers of this blog. Please feel free to express your points of view in the comment section. Suggestions are accepted as well, also please share the blog with anyone that is interested.
Until next time...
Thursday, May 10, 2012
May et al
Hello Bloggers,
Just a quick one here to keep in touch. May has brought all the ususal outside work that we all know and love, when not enjoying the 'liquid sunshine.' Frost may appear this evening of the 10th, so cover up (any and all young sprouted plants.) The various trees and plants blooming, always creates a beautiful, picturesque display. Not to mention the fragrances that accompany them as well. Kudos to all the new interested gardeners, local vendors will assist with what information they have at your request.
With the change in the season, summer sports (soccer, cycling, etcetera) have now commenced. Good luck to all participants (of all ages and levels) in atheletic activities. Group sports or individual sports helps keep you moving. (Of course, this is when your not gardening. Tee Hee)
We are planning to do two blogs per month (even more, but we shall see.) As to encourage comments and/or responses. If anyone has subjects not covered in the blogs, feel free to post in the comment section. Will post more when more is known.
That all for now.
Just a quick one here to keep in touch. May has brought all the ususal outside work that we all know and love, when not enjoying the 'liquid sunshine.' Frost may appear this evening of the 10th, so cover up (any and all young sprouted plants.) The various trees and plants blooming, always creates a beautiful, picturesque display. Not to mention the fragrances that accompany them as well. Kudos to all the new interested gardeners, local vendors will assist with what information they have at your request.
With the change in the season, summer sports (soccer, cycling, etcetera) have now commenced. Good luck to all participants (of all ages and levels) in atheletic activities. Group sports or individual sports helps keep you moving. (Of course, this is when your not gardening. Tee Hee)
We are planning to do two blogs per month (even more, but we shall see.) As to encourage comments and/or responses. If anyone has subjects not covered in the blogs, feel free to post in the comment section. Will post more when more is known.
That all for now.
Saturday, April 21, 2012
April 2012 - Spring Has Arrived, (Yay!)
Greetings Bloggers et al,
April has arrrived, the birds are singing and nesting. The bees are out foraging. Green grass and different colored flowers have blossomed. Looks official to us. Enjoy the fine weather and liquid sunshine when applicable.
Annual General Meeting was held on April 4th, 2012 @ Silver Star Elementary School. Turnout was lower than expected, however, the better known location was unavailable. We shall endevour to have it held at BX Elementary School. Regardless, we shall also try and get more advertising for the meeting as well. Of course, it will be mentioned here on the Blog. New Members, and/or anyone interested in being a director are welcome to attend meetings or contact the association through the email address. bxslca@hotmail.com
All intested inquiries and suggestions regarding Electoral Areas "B" and "C" and any other issues (or areas) are welcomed for discussion.
Water rates will be increasing by 17% this year and next year as well, to earmark funds for the "twinning" of the water distribution system. Bona fide Agricultural users will only face an increase of 5% for both years. Comments or inquires are welcome as well. There is some discussion for Kal Lake as a potential water source, however this may not be initiated.
The recent proposed "Intentions Paper" deadline has been extended past the May 31st, 2012 deadline. The links below are some that are topical to this subject.
http://www.vernonmorningstar.com/community/147800355.html
the below quote comes from the above link
“Due to the negative impact it has aroused, MOE has agreed to rework the document with the input from the cattle industry and has extended the deadline past May 31.”
Proposed changes to the "Agricultural Wasted Control Regulations" (still has the original date listed.)
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/index.htm
Comments or inquiries are always welcome. If you would like to email it, please use the address above.
April has arrrived, the birds are singing and nesting. The bees are out foraging. Green grass and different colored flowers have blossomed. Looks official to us. Enjoy the fine weather and liquid sunshine when applicable.
Annual General Meeting was held on April 4th, 2012 @ Silver Star Elementary School. Turnout was lower than expected, however, the better known location was unavailable. We shall endevour to have it held at BX Elementary School. Regardless, we shall also try and get more advertising for the meeting as well. Of course, it will be mentioned here on the Blog. New Members, and/or anyone interested in being a director are welcome to attend meetings or contact the association through the email address. bxslca@hotmail.com
All intested inquiries and suggestions regarding Electoral Areas "B" and "C" and any other issues (or areas) are welcomed for discussion.
Water rates will be increasing by 17% this year and next year as well, to earmark funds for the "twinning" of the water distribution system. Bona fide Agricultural users will only face an increase of 5% for both years. Comments or inquires are welcome as well. There is some discussion for Kal Lake as a potential water source, however this may not be initiated.
The recent proposed "Intentions Paper" deadline has been extended past the May 31st, 2012 deadline. The links below are some that are topical to this subject.
http://www.vernonmorningstar.com/community/147800355.html
the below quote comes from the above link
“Due to the negative impact it has aroused, MOE has agreed to rework the document with the input from the cattle industry and has extended the deadline past May 31.”
Proposed changes to the "Agricultural Wasted Control Regulations" (still has the original date listed.)
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/index.htm
Comments or inquiries are always welcome. If you would like to email it, please use the address above.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
March Additional Post
Some new information,
Topic of interest for anyone who is interested in their own food. There is a letter of "intenstions" from the Province that would (if fully implemented) impact local food production.
The paper can be found at the link below:
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/index.htm
The paper itself is in pdf format as well as the "Response Form" (for individuals) link is below.
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/index.htm
also there is an "online response form" (link is below)
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/response.htm
unless you would like to compose your own letter and mail it to:
Cindy Bertam
P.O. Box 28159 Westshore RPO
Victoria, B.C. V9B 6K8
Unfortunately, there is a "deadline" in responses regarding these proposed changes and topic. The deadline is March 31st, 2012. (When it was posted as of March 13, 2012.)
Additionally, this was also written about in the March edition of "Country Life in B.C." Magazine. Link for the specific article is below:
http://www.countrylifeinbc.com/newspages/news1.php
Thanks for your time, gracious bloggers.
As always, comments are welcome & appreciated.
Happy Easter to everyone.
Topic of interest for anyone who is interested in their own food. There is a letter of "intenstions" from the Province that would (if fully implemented) impact local food production.
The paper can be found at the link below:
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/index.htm
The paper itself is in pdf format as well as the "Response Form" (for individuals) link is below.
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/index.htm
also there is an "online response form" (link is below)
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/response.htm
unless you would like to compose your own letter and mail it to:
Cindy Bertam
P.O. Box 28159 Westshore RPO
Victoria, B.C. V9B 6K8
Unfortunately, there is a "deadline" in responses regarding these proposed changes and topic. The deadline is March 31st, 2012. (When it was posted as of March 13, 2012.)
Additionally, this was also written about in the March edition of "Country Life in B.C." Magazine. Link for the specific article is below:
http://www.countrylifeinbc.com/newspages/news1.php
Thanks for your time, gracious bloggers.
As always, comments are welcome & appreciated.
Happy Easter to everyone.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Spring...To Be Anounced.
Greetings all bloggers,
It is now March, Spring appears to have sprung (we shall wait and see.) If anyone out there is getting an 'itchy green thumb', check out the local area vendors for agricultural products or produce as there is lots of choices.
Congratulations to all the local athletes that won medals at the "B.C. Winter Games." Kudos to all the athletes who participated as well. As I am reminded of Mr. Boris Becker who once said "I love the winning, I can take the losing, but most of all I love to play." Of course, a heartfelt "Thank-You" to all the volunteers, without whose time and work, would not have made the event possible.
Re: The association's A.G.M. will be held on the evening 4th of April, at 7pm (until 9pm.) The venue is (tentatively) scheduled to be "Silver Star Elementary School". Don't forget the $5 membership/renewal fee for all individuals. All are welcome.
Happy Easter to everyone and if anything arises we will blog it. Comments on these or other local community subjects are welcome.
It is now March, Spring appears to have sprung (we shall wait and see.) If anyone out there is getting an 'itchy green thumb', check out the local area vendors for agricultural products or produce as there is lots of choices.
Congratulations to all the local athletes that won medals at the "B.C. Winter Games." Kudos to all the athletes who participated as well. As I am reminded of Mr. Boris Becker who once said "I love the winning, I can take the losing, but most of all I love to play." Of course, a heartfelt "Thank-You" to all the volunteers, without whose time and work, would not have made the event possible.
Re: The association's A.G.M. will be held on the evening 4th of April, at 7pm (until 9pm.) The venue is (tentatively) scheduled to be "Silver Star Elementary School". Don't forget the $5 membership/renewal fee for all individuals. All are welcome.
Happy Easter to everyone and if anything arises we will blog it. Comments on these or other local community subjects are welcome.
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