For sure Manson … the number varied over the years for sure i added Greene they were big back in the day too
Question:
If they show up to an accident of some sort without a fire truck and then a fire breaks out, who should they call?
I agree. I believe that the “membership” changed from time to time.
Yes a change and a new start so we can have a new Big Ten (that’s me being facetious). Those whose time is over remember the history of this town. This is not the first time LNG has been proposed in this area. Remember Dome Petroleum and myriad other proposed projects that never materialized. I’m sure Jack and Tony remember.This town is tired of past promises and disappointments they have heard it all before. So never write off those that have history here and have lived through some pretty down times and are still here and willing to run for office to make a difference in spite of it all. Experience does count for something and I thank them for their willingness to put their hat in the ring so they can share their experience for the town and their community. Win or lose thank you.
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I agree. I believe that the “membership” changed from time to time.[/quote]
It did but the Payne’s and Mcleans were huge Payne is still huge
I have enough experience in Rupert that I think it’s time for change Thanks for refreshing my memory re" past LNG about what time period was that
Even an new upstart big ten is okay with me the older one gets really old
Maybe this is why I am not worried about somebody half my age being mayor.
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I agree. I believe that the “membership” changed from time to time.
It did but the Payne’s and Mcleans were huge Payne is still huge[/quote]
Smith is very much in the game as well.
Well said!
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I agree. I believe that the “membership” changed from time to time.
It did but the Payne’s and Mcleans were huge Payne is still huge[/quote]
Huge? Hardly. Most of the old business class has either died, got what they could out of depreciated real estate and moved away, or are hanging onto buildings that are worth a lot less than before. The notion of some kind of ‘big’ business class that dominates the place is not contemporary reality, hasn’t been for quite a long time and was probably over-stated back in the day.
Jack Payne in particular stands out as someone who stayed, consolidated declining assets, and has kept some businesses open that would otherwise have shut their doors. I hope he got a proper thanks for his time on the Citywest board.
Smith and Payne families still have considerable holdings in Rupert several hotels totem lodge Pacific Inn The Crest and Inn on the harbor
Jack decided of late to get a face book page
The group was called “TEN MEN HOLDINGS” and it did change over the years.As for the fire truck comment,I am not saying that a fire truck should not attend but NOT the ladder truck…much too costly to operate and guess who pays?
Hotels are not known for being gold mines. The Crest is a success story; it’s amazing what the Smiths have done there. Inn on the Harbour is a labour of love. The Pacific Inn had a sketchy history but under local ownership seems to be turning around. I don’t understand the negativity towards local business people who have stayed, stuck out some very tough times and worked hard to keep some businesses viable. The thinking seems so dated.
And I also don’t understand what any of this has to do with Sheila Gordon-Payne’s candidacy. I see her as a public sector manager who was obviously one of the more capable people on council.
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Hotels are not known for being gold mines. The Crest is a success story; it’s amazing what the Smiths have done there. Inn on the Harbour is a labour of love. The Pacific Inn had a sketchy history but under local ownership seems to be turning around. I don’t understand the negativity towards local business people who have stayed, stuck out some very tough times and worked hard to keep some businesses viable. The thinking seems so dated.
And I also don’t understand what any of this has to do with Sheila Gordon-Payne’s candidacy. I see her as a public sector manager who was obviously one of the more capable people on council.[/quote]
I agree…these families should be commended for the success they have brought to the downtown core and what they have contributed to the commercial property tax base. These properties (especially The Crest and Inn On The Harbour) I am sure pay huge property taxes. Not to mention the level of jobs these hotels provide this city. They have supported this city through some of its worst times. Think of all the things and events they have sponsored or donated to as well.
Show some respect for these families, don’t knock them because they have been successful.
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If you research that you will find that in BC if the municipal population is between 5000 and 14999 the municipality pays 70% of the operating cost and 100% of the cost of “accommodation” (station, jail, any other buildings).[/quote]
Here’s the link to the BC Municipal Police Unit Agreement. See pages 16-18 < pssg.gov.bc.ca/policeservice … t-2012.pdf >. The municipality is 100% responsible for “accommodations”.
If a police station is sub-standard the RCMP sends two notices to the City; that has started but a municipality has a couple of years to resolve the issues. If the City does not act the RCMP can upgrade existing facilities or lease new facilities. The RCMP will not be building a new police station. Only the municipality can do that, entirely at its’ own cost. In the absence of a decision by the Mayor and council the existing police station will be upgraded and the City will be invoiced for whatever it costs.
[quote=“DWhite”]Maybe this is why I am not worried about somebody half my age being mayor.
huffingtonpost.ca/evan-thomp … 46404.html[/quote]
Nice post, Dale.
The thing with Lee Brain - and Blair Mirau - is that the upside and potential is considerable because of their fresh eyes, energy, and thirst for innovation. Might they stumble? Of course. But so might the others; age and experience doesn’t guarantee anything. And, really, can it be worse than the leadership we’ve had the past decade, especially this last term? And half of council will be veterans, anyway, to provide balance.
I’m looking forward to the new approach Brain and Mirau will bring. Get out and vote, folks!
Lee Brain says quote “It’s time for us to dismantle the institutions that are beginning to imprison us.” and quote “it’s time now for a full scale, mass mobilized transition process off the fossil fuel economy” Everyone is entitled to their own beliefs but how do you run for office for all the citizens of this community and say you want to negotiate with industries that you want to dismantle. LNG is a fossil fuel and all LNG projects are being proposed by oil companies. They are the only ones that have the resources. Is this his goal and vision to use the Mayors’ office to vault himself to lead the Green Party. Is this his hidden agenda?
I was originally going to vote Briglio, but now will be voting for Brain. Not sure it is just Mussalems mannerisms or what it is, but I just get the feeling he is not the man to build relationships and move our town forward. He strikes me as snarky and someone who has little patience for anyone who may not agree with him.
You make an excellent point : I think many have forgotten that he likely has a further politcial career agenda. For me LNG isnt even off the drawing board and its speculation I feel Lee Brain is intelligent enough to find a balance between his “grass roots” beliefs and what is good for the city. I also think he is the only one of the mayorial candiates that have any concern for the environmental aspects of the projects