32 - Sunday, November 13, 1988 - North Shore News Chinese dinner, slide show set CANADA-CHINA Friendship Associations (CCFAs) are repeating a dinner and slide pres- entation that was well received in West Vancouver last February. The event will be held on Thursday, Nov. 17 at Capilano West Restaurant, 2396 Marine Dr., West Vancouver, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The program will be a twin- screen slide presentation called A Journey Through China. The his- tory, beauty and people of China will be featured. Cost is $12 and everyone is wel- come. Reservations are necessary by phoning to 434-2955 or the res- taurant at 922-2922. CCFAs are non-profit, non- political societies that emphasize building bridges of friendship and understanding with the people of China. The groups meet with stu- dents and visitors, seek and share information, and promote cultur- al, travel and business exchange. Carol cruise planned CRUISE WITH the caroi ships aboard the S.S. Beaver. Eagle Harbour Community Centre will join the festive carol ship flotilla aboard this historical sternwheeler on Sunday, Dec. 11. This adults-only boat trip will depart from the Barbary Coast docks (east of the Bayshore Inn in Coal Harbour) at 7 p.m. and return at 10 p.m. The S.S. Beaver Build your JOIN THE West Vancouver Rec- reation Centre and Irene Aiko Teraguchi for a day of learning about robots and‘ creating a robot of your very own. Learn important fundamentals such as the operation of elec- tronics, how robotic sensors supply information, mechanical gears, linkages and electric motors. Choose to make one of three types of robots: Peppy, a three- wheeled robot that responds to will cruise the waters off West Vancouver’s coastal properties. Santa himself will be there to lead the carol singing, while pas- sengers enjoy a_ traditional Christmas dinner, join the sing-a- long or linger on deck. Tickets are available until Nov. 26 only at Eagle Harbour Com- munity Centre, 921-7425, and at West Vancouver Recreation Cen- tre, 926-3266. own robot sound commands; Medusa, a four-wheeied walking robot that responds to sound commands; or Mr. Bootsman, a six-legged robot that walks forward and back and is wire controlled. The workshop is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and is open to those age 10 and over. Cost is $65 and partici- pants are asked to bring a lunch. Preregistration is necessary. Call 926-3266 for more information. What's tomorrow's genius playing with today? QUAYS NATU ID SCIENCE & RE CoO Dinosaurs, robots, computers and more at the new toy store in the Kids' Alley, Lonsdale Quay... For children (ah) of all ages! WANTED YUKKIES Put yukkies in their piace! An important decision for West Vancouver On Saturday, Nov. 19, West Vancouver voters have an opportunity to make an important decision on a part of their community's future. At issue is the future use of the 3.5 acre (1.6 hectare) parcel of land on the southeast corner of Taylor Way and Marine Way. Should the site be used to generate revenue for the municipality? If so, do you favour residential highrise use? The answers to these questions will have a major impact on Council decisions and a significant effect on future municipal financing. PROPOSED USE Every Council since 1981 has concluded that highrise development on the site, adjacent to a major shopping centre, would result in the best combination of open space and revenue for the municipality. A proposal by Newcorp Properties would see two apartment buildings containing 196 condominium units and a restaurant constructed on the site. Approximately 90 per cent of the site would be landscaped open space with almost one halt for public y ouse. An independent traffic study concluded the development would result in minimal impact on the Taylor Way intersection. ECONOMIC iMPACT The current proposal involves pre-paid lease payments of over $10 million to the municipality during the initia! development period which, if re-invested, would generate a minimum of $1 million a year to be used for municipal purposes. A further $125,000 a year, partially adjusted’ for © inflation, would be paid over the remainder of the 99-year lease. Property taxes and other revenues such as development cost charges would be in addition. (Development cost charges alone would bring the Municipality approximately $600,000.) WHAT YOU VOTE MEANS The Municipality has entered into an agreement to lease with Newcorp Properties. if the referendum passes, it will be a direction to Council to proceed with the agreement. If the referendum is defeated, it will be a direction to Council to withdraw from the agreement. In the case of a . 7 withdrawal, there would be a significant loss of annual tents, taxes and fees plus the over $10 million in pre-paid lease payments to the Municipality. tn addition, Newcorp may take legat proceedings which could result in financial liability to the Municipatity. . BROCHURE DETAILS ISSUE A brochure detailing all relevant information on this issue will be defivered to each household prior to election day. Should you wish clarification or additional information, please call the Returning Officer at 922-1211. if you wish to inspect the project site, pledse contact the Planning Department at 922-1211. The municipality will b2 pleased to arrange a tour. | On Saturday, Nov. 19, 1988 i make sure your voice is heard j The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver 750 17th Street West Vancouver, B.C. V7V 3T3