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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 04, 1981
Page
1
The Village of Chetwynd joined provincial leaders in opposing unilateral federal constitutional moves. Council approved a resolution supporting patriation of the Constitution and establishing a constitutional amending process alongside the province.
BC Tel asks Willow Flats subscribers in the 920 exchange to vote on one way toll free calls to Chetwynd with about 27 ballots mailed and due by February end. The plan would require cable and switching work and could raise monthly exchange rates for Willow Flats residents, with specific pre and post figures listed.
The Dawson Creek and District Chamber of Commerce attack the proposed Tumbler Ridge Townsite in the North East Coal area. It argues that existing communities would gain from growth if the plan is rejected and that funds could be redirected to other projects. The Chamber's letter notes provincial rejection of its reasons for opposing the development and seeks Council support.
Ramla as Bis ai Ramla as Bis ai wer po eRe ae Chetwynd in northeastern British Columbia became national focus after the northeastern coal agreement. Inquiries poured in as the Village office stayed busy since signing. Mayor Ernie Pfanner says the village is prepared for what comes next and has spent much time giving interviews to CBC CTV and major papers.
The North and South Peace Districts of the Boy Scout of Canada held a joint training session for Scouters last weekend at the Legion Hall. Twelve people took part to learn the fundamentals of their role and the movement s aims. Beth Ritchie Dennis Hall and Dan Adams were invested as Scout Leaders. Trainers included David Irwin Yogi Jorgensen David Brierly Ken Fry and Jim Loose. Pfanner commented on land development interest in Chetwynd and steady growth plans for up to 5 000 residents with public services.
Westley McMahon of Moberly Lake died Sunday evening when a tow vehicle pulled his car from a ditch. The towline snapped and struck the boy as a second vehicle aided the recovery. A coroner is investigating to decide if an inquiry will be held.
BC Hydro chairman Robert Bonner addressed the Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce and guests, stressing Canada’s energy options and North American demand. He cited rapid local growth, warned of limited easy energy options, and urged new electrical capacity this decade, noting Site C Dam as key to meeting 1980s needs despite a 1987 completion horizon.
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