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Council tables BC Rail moratorium resolution request
Representations from BC Rail urged a two year sale moratorium. Council voted to table the issue for further research at the next meeting. The Dokie Elementary PAC sought support to keep the school open, and council postponed any decision until after meeting with School District 59 Board.
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Dokie Elementary Pac
Council briefs on Natural Gas Initiatives and project strategy
Councillor Mark Wilfur said the presentation strategy is under review ahead of the Utilities Commission briefing. Mayor Evan Langstad reported discussions with Charles Pitcher of Western Canadian Coal Corp about the Wolverine Perry and Burnt River projects. The Burnt River coal project aims to go online in 2004 with two rail options and a temporary trial approach. The Wolverine Perry project plans to move from underground to 100 percent open pit, seeking a 2004 mine certificate and approval to proceed.
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Evan Langstad
Western Canadian Coal Corp
Charles Pitcher
Perry
Burnt River
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Courage to Care: Chetwynd Community Wellness Efforts
Mayor Langstad cites Courage to Care program amid government cutbacks as the District of Chetwynd Social Issues Committee weighs a Community Wellness Model. Critics question cross ministry co location, privacy in welfare services, and transport barriers as 14 plus jobs may be cut. Councillor Brenda Massey invites input at 788 3245.
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Northern Health Authority
Hospital Hill
Ministry of Human Resources
Ministry of Management Services
Ministry of Transportation and Highways
Ministry of Children and Family Development
Brenda Massey
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