12 - Sunday, May 26, 1996 - North Shore News © District dialosue News from Around the District of North Vancouver what's happening in the District of North Vancouver. Turn to this page every menth and visit ue on the Internet. at District info Web [hotp/wwwdistrict.north-van.be.cal, Alternative t transportation may help the Bridge “squeeze he District's traffic department is coor- dinating with the Ministry of Transportation and Highways’ (MOTH) plans for redecking the Second Narrows Bridge this summer and closing the Keith Road on- ramp to Highway One. From June to mid- August, one lane in each direction on the Bridge will be closed, which will have a significant impact on traffic to, from and on the North Shore, To minimize disruption and delays, MOTH sug- gests travellers could “plan te schedule trips out- Side of peak periods, ride share, take transit, allow for extra travel time and avoid unnecessary trips... If 30 per cent of commuters choose alternative modes of transportation, the effect of the redeck- ing would be minimal.” BC Transit is looking into coaxing commuters out of their cars with increased t.ansit service and expanded Park and Ride facilities. And, the Jack Bell VanPool Program (at 379-7433) can help match up potential car or van “pool partness.” For. more information on the project, call the ‘MOTH InfoCentre at 981-0005. Yes, you can help YSIP yan Valley Youth Services in Partnership. (YSIP) is looking for youth and adults who live in Lynn Valley and are interested in ‘Joining an Advisory Commitiee. The purpose of _ YSIP is to expand and enhance the delivery of youth services in Lynn Valley through a coalition of service providers and community members. For information call Teri Derksen at 990-2454 or attend the information night: Community Corner oops. There is a correction to the listing of Community Associations printed in the ~ fast Dialogue. The contact for Sunset Gardens Neighbourhood Association i is Kitty Castle at 986-9464. Blueridge Community Association hosts its monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 4, at 7:00 p.m. at Blueridge School. A discussion of local issues is on the agenda. Contacts: Angela Trudeau 929-4367 or Eric Andersen 929-6849. Active and involved at all ages -- that's our community On May 1, the spotlight was trained on the achievements and cortributions made to this community by its young citi- zens, Mayor Dykeman and Council hosted a special Youth Recognition Night and presented the District's Youth Awards while a roomful of farnily members, friends and community members were on hand to share in the celebration. Youth Awards presented: Recipients of the ‘Awards ‘(some of whom are pictured with Council above) include: Certificate of Achievement - Solo Blythe, Score Overend Certificate of Community Service - Will Breeze, Brian Chau, Jonathan Crowther Tristan Crowther, Afiya Kman, james Rowe, Sawez Krnan, Renata Negrito, Andrea Wilks, Emity Bamford, Scott Barnes, Matt Burke, Carh Carpio, Melanie Clark, Seu Clark, Emitie Davies, Payman Dehghani, Christian Richardson,Ryan Smith, Ase Saely, Shane Vagda, Chelsea Wilson, Pat Wison, Leslie Worbets, Kalegh Wray. Seniors plan for health and independence Mainraining health and [5 independence was the subject of discussion among 00 seniors and service providers artending a recent lun- cheon hosted by Kiwanis Lynn Manor. . ‘The gathering was ; organized by the Seniors Planning for Lynn Valley Steering Commities, whose members are active participants In the development of the Lynn Valley Community Plan. The discussion focused on barriers to maintaining health and independence for seniors -- what works well for seniors In Lynn Valley and what could be improved? Five key aspects were identified: accessible public transportation: appropriate and affordable housing: safe street crossings and sidewalks; accessible social and recreational activities: and supportive health services. Another forum held In Deep Cove arrived at the same factors. For further information call 99-2316, “Lynn Valley of the Future” ready for your review In addition to the Seniors Forum, hundreds of local residents have been Involved in discussing the future of Lynn Valley. Last fall saw the completion of the “Shared Visten” for Lynn Valley, which provided a direction for the Community Plan. Over the winter, the Community Planning Team has been developing Pian Goals and Objectives and coming up with options, some of which are illustrated through models -- yes, Lynn Valley of the Future in 3-D! Now it’s your turn to let us know what you think, Watch for aValley Vision newsletter which is being delivered soon to Lynn Valley residences and check the calendar of events (at right) for upcoming display locations and Open Houses. Bl To.6 toh Cowell opetas AYES AEE EAD 1 press Mates Ts wensscolnr ae porte as ae t ey Sy ¢ Ur hp aha! ae LAC SUN AES Property tax etatements are. in the mail ayment of property taxes is duc July 3. For convenience, postdated cheques are accept- ed. Save yourself.a late payment penalty and avoid line-ups by putting your cheque dated July 3 in the mail early or drop it into che mail slot at the main entrance of District Hall at:355 West Queens Road, North Vancouver. Don't forget to complete in full and sign the Home Owner , Grant (HOG) claim on the reverse of your tax f _ form if you are eligible. Tax and Property Information is at your fingertips, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week by call- ing 990-2280. With a touch-tone phone and your :. roll number, you can call to access a variety of information on your property, from taxes to utility charges to the tax pre-payment plan. If you have | thailed in your tax payment, you can call this line to check that your cheque has been received. And, during office hours, staff are ready to help -- just press “O” at anytime for assistance.