P19112 EXPRESS October10,2001 Animalsget Kootenay Barter potluck homesthanksto REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY •••' ..... , FIRE PROTECTION AND community dinner slated the w-w-web r,;• •~ .-, .... , 01 •' !.. ,-I' EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR (Half-time Management Position) Everyone is welcome with others and enjoy a seventh year, the Holiday "Homes 4 animals" dot- at the Kootenay Barter community meal. Faire is a fun afternoon of com is a website created to The Regional District of Central Kootenay (ROCK) is seeking a Fire Fall Potluck, held this "Bring enough for a buying, trading and help find great homes for Protection & Emergency Services Coordinator for this newly creat- ed, half-time management position. year on Saturday, dish to pass," says 'schmoozing,"' says healthy adoptable animals in the Nelson area. The coordinator will plan, develop, implement, supervise and mon- October 20, from 5 to Kootenay Barter co-ordi- Hamilton. itor the delivery of fire protection and other emergency services for 7:30 p.m. at the Nelson nator Suzy Hamilton. "Staff is paid in barter Wendy Pope, founder of the ROCK, ensuring that all services are operated within the param- United Church. A discussion of the bucks, " she says. ''A per- the site, first realized the eters of the applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, oper- Bring those barter barter economy follows. fect place to have them, at need for animal lovers to be ational guidelines, and industry standards. The ROCK currently able to network when her operates sixteen (16) volunteer fire departments and is involved in bucks, sell your honey Hamilton says feedback is the Holiday Faire, where first responder, rescue, auto extrication, Provincial Emergency and pumpkins, trade or needed. everything can be bought sister lost her pet. Posting Planning and other emergency operations. barter goods with your "We're looking for for 100 per cent barter." notices proved successful The ideal candidate will have: neighbours. some criticism .. . and For more information in locating the pet and a ✓ A valid BC Drivers License. Tables are free of some staff to help with or to volunteer, call seed was planted. Wendy ✓ A proven, thorough knowledge of Local Government adminis- charge. this year's Holiday Faire Kootenay Barter at 354- created the Web site last tration, budgetary procedure and control. An Intermediate At 6 p.m., share a dish in December. Now in its 1909. February when again the Certificate in Local Government Administration, or equivalent need to network arose to combination of experience and education would be an asset. locate homes for some pup- ✓ Well-developed communication, leadership, organizational, supervisory and management skills. The Mount's fundraising raffle pies. If you've lost a pet, ✓ Ability to analyze and develop logical and systematic courses of action. helps bring in needed dollars found one or wish to adopt or foster an animal, this The starting annual salary will be $26,125 per annum with sched- uled increases. A one-year probationary period will apply. It's time again for the Ottawa. the residents of the Mount, website is a free service for Applications in the form of a detailed resume with a covering letter Nelson area residents. detailing qualifications and experience relative to the position will annual Mount St. Francis These and five other regular outings to the mall, be accepted by the undersigned up to and including Friday, Hospital Activity great raffle prizes can be and for supplies and equip- To post a listing on the November 9, 2001. Department Raffle. seen at the Chahko Mika ment to enhance the quality site, simply send a descrip- The Regional District of Central Kootenay is an equal opportunity This year the first and Mall on Thursday, Friday, of life for the residents. tion of the breed, sex, age employer. We thank all applicants in advance for their submissions, second prizes are donated and Saturday, Oct. 11 - 13, and animal's personality however, only those candidates to be interviewed will receive a along with the reason for by former Nelson resident when the residents, staff TourismAGM needing a new home and a response. Jean Harrop. and volunteers will be sell- C.A. McGowan, Assistant Administrator The Nelson and Area photograph to the Web site. Regional District of Central Kootenay The first prize is a burl ing tickets there. Tourism Association's Since its inception, the Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, B.C. VIL 5R4 table, handcrafted m Tickets will also be annual general meeting Phone: (250) 352-6665 FAX: (250) 352-9300 Nelson by Russ Fletcher. available at the "Mount" Web site is growing rapidly. Toll Free: 1-800-268-7325 will be held Wednesday, Jean also donated a print of until Dec. 19, when the Oct. 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 "Canoe Manned by winners will be drawn at p.m. at the Baker Street Voyageurs" by Francis the Annual Christmas r ArtSpace, 802 Baker St. Hopkins, the original of which hangs in the Gala. Proceeds from the raffle The evening will include a special presenta- COMPUTER & OFFICE National Gallery in go to various activities for tion on cultural tourism. 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