Barbara Findlay Memorial Service

The memorial service for Barb Findlay will be held at Forbes Hall, Saturday September 14 at 11:30AM

Terry Findlay

Wanted, For Sale etc.

SEPTIC TANK CLEANOUT

Coast Environmental will come over to clean out our septic tank if we can get at least two other properties to get their tank done as well. They said that a Tuesday or Wed was the preferred time period. Anyone else interested in getting it done, please phone Don at 250-246-4291 and we can find a day that is beneficial to all. Thanks.

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NEED GUTTERS?  AND TANK FOR SALE

Have just learned that Joe Thompson, (aluminum gutter installer), plans to be on Thetis Friday morning just to look over some jobs.  If you need gutters here is an opportunity to piggy back.  His # 1-250-618-0901.

Also for sale a 3000 imp. gal black plastic water tank for sale on Thetis.  Brand new, 8’ in diameter and 10’ 4” tall.

This converts to 3750 U/S gals or 13,600 litres.  Asking $2460.  Phone Ernie at 250 252 0144

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BABY GATE WANTED

We are looking for a vertical-barred baby gate that fits into a doorway, either to loan or buy, if anyone has one?  Please call Veronica at 250 246 1509.

Thetis Island Marina & Pub ~ New Hours

New Hours Beginning

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

PUB & LIQUOR STORE 9AM - 9PM

KITCHEN OPEN  WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY 11:30AM – 6:30PM

**KITCHEN CLOSED MONDAY & TUESDAY**

 We will be serving a selection of meat pies and/or pasta dishes only.

GAS DOCK – 9AM - DUSK

New Comment Regarding: Further Clarification for Garbage/Recycle Parcel Tax ~ T. French

I too find it frustrating that those who are the most outspoken opponents of  the  garbage / recycling programme seldom become involved in the volunteer side  of the community and have no idea how may people give time to make the system work. Thetis has been functioning very well with volunteer supported services. The Fire Dept. for one is operational at a low cost to the taxpayer because of the dedication and sacrifice of volunteers who respond to calls for less than the cost of a package of cigarettes or a beer at the pub. The message from the few who find it unacceptable to pay for garbage / recycling  will not destroy the spirit of the folks who really own this island with their commitment to community.  The folks who make this community work so economically are the volunteers,  don't bite the hand that feeds you!

Tim French

College Gift

Know someone going off to college or University for the first time and want to send along a great gift?  We will give you a smoke alarm for their safety and your peace of mind.  Just phone the Duty Officer at 250-252-0228 or ask any TIVFD member. 

Thetis Island Fire Dept.

Firewood Friend

Longhorn beetle larva...yummy!

Jeannine Caldbeck

For Sale ~ Generator

5500 W generator with electric start for sale.  Shelter shed with solar panel to charge 12V battery. 

Pictures available by email.

$475.00 obo    250-246-3141

jan_stadt@telus.net

Read Comment on: Further Clarification For Garbage/Recycle Parcel Tax

Click here to read comment.

Further Clarification For Garbage/Recycle Parcel Tax

From TIRRA

In order for Thetis to manage her own solid waste, an organisation of some kind is necessary.  TIRRA has been doing it for decades.  The only other reasonable option is for CVRD to do it for us.  This would leave Thetis with very little say in how our solid waste is collected or how much it might cost.

On May 11th TIRRA hosted an advertised special meeting to discuss and present information about our solid waste system and to discuss raising the budget cap.  The end result was a vote to raise the cap to a maximum of $283 per parcel.  The tentative 2014 budget would be in the range of $160-180 (to be set at the Oct 24th general meeting) which seems to me to be most reasonable for the service provided considering the majority of TIRRA members VOLUNTARILY paid $150 for the 2011 year.

As a nearby example in Chemainus, Ken and Jan pay $236 for their garbage recycle pick up.  This is for ONE can every OTHER week with a weight limit of 35 pounds, put out at the end of the driveway.  Anything else they may want to dispose of has to be taken to Bings Creek or Peerless Rd.  The recycle/compost is picked up alternate weeks.  It would seem reasonable that CVRD would have to charge more for coming to Thetis.  If TIRRA is unable to secure funds to operate our system, I see no other alternative but to turn it over to CVRD.  Truly, the choice is yours. 

You may be considering, (or someone may be trying to convince you), to vote against bylaw 3713 (which is the five year cap on what TIRRA is allowed to budget for).  If a negative vote on this Alternate Approval Process forces a referendum, it typically costs about $15,000 to host a referendum when there is no scheduled election taking place.

If you have already voted against the bylaw and wish to retract your negative vote, please contact Kathleen Harrison at CVRD (250-746-2500) or e-mail, kharrison@cvrd.bc.ca. before September 17th.

I wonder why we would want to pay CVRD more money than it costs to do it ourselves and get a reduced service in return??  If you are in favour of bylaw 3713 and the Thetis recycle system, you don’t need to cast a vote at this time.

Questions??

Ernie Hunter

TIRRA chair

250-252-0144

thetis@island.net

Items for Sale

For Sale:  

Whirlpool dehumidifier-heater, 50 pint capacity,  $30 or best offer.  

5-drawer highboy dresser $10.  

Call 250-246-8844

Campfire Ban to be lifted Friday August 30th

The campfire ban on Thetis Island will be lifted at noon Friday August 30th and campfires WITH A PERMIT and less than 20 inches by 20 inches, with a shovel and water source at the site will be allowed.  No other outdoor fires (campfires without a permit, burn barrels, incinerators, yard wasted piles, fireworks, sky lanterns etc.) are allowed until Nov.1st.  The permit pager will be activated at 9 a.m. Friday August 30th at 250-715-9131 and campfire permits may be obtained between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.  You may also apply on-line at any time by using the link at http://www.thetisislandfire.ca/burn-permits.html and the TIVFD will contact you within 24 hours.  

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck

Thetis Island Fire Dept.

DNA my Dog ~ Fundraiser for Friends of Furries

As recently announced Eddie Rush is the Friends of Furries Poster Dog for this year’s DNA my Dog FUNdraiser...  He will be appearing LIVE  this Saturday... from 10-11 at the Recycling yard and 11-12 or so at the Community Fair. 

 

Friends of Furries works with animals on both Thetis and Penelakut Islands, assisting with spay/neuters, partial financial assistance for emergency vetinerary care and surgeries for pets of low income individuals.  In addition we assist with rehoming unwanted or stray animals, and transporting injured wildlife such as eagles and seals to appropriate facilities, and advocating for quality of life for all pets.   

 

To participate in our latest fundraiser remember to bring your wallet to the garbage this Saturday.  Meet Eddie and guess at his breed(s).  Review Eddie’s story and photographs at http://www.thetisisland.net/eddie-rush.htm  and then simply place your guess at his lineage to support Friends of Furries and a chance to win a DNA my Dog kit AND a copy of Marine Life of the Pacific Northwest by Andy Lamb. 

 

Entries are $10 each and you can send your guess via email to seaspray@island.net, via the drop box to Friends of Furries, or with Carol Swann, Kathleen MacIsaac, Keith Rush or Ellen Rush whenever you see them. 

Carol Swann