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THE WILLIAMS LAKE TRIBUNE, Thursday December 12, 2002 A 7 Sooo Sooo Soft Sooo Fleece Bed Sheets On Sale Now at Planet Hair! NDP: Cariboo South constituency Seeking a voice in Victoria You're invited to stop by our new location Dec oeiween 1:00 5:30 om I i lli 1 -w 1 -o ix 1. BY GAEIL FARRAR Tribune Staff Writer The newly elected Cariboo South NDP constituency group is dedicated to creating a grass roots voice for the people of the Cariboo-Chil-cotin in Victoria, says newly elected constituency president Terry Tate. "Obviously we don't have one from our MLA so we are going to make one for ourselves," says Tate. "Our objective is to assist other community activists in whatever capacity we can." Whether the issue is health care, services for seniors, education, land use, softwood lumber tariffs, First Nations issues, or economic development, he says the newly elected constituency directors and executive have the skills to provide assistance where it may be needed. "We are not starting a big membership campaign but will work with those who1 have programs underway and assist them wherever we can," says Tate.

"We have to do our part to bring forward information on issues so people are very clear on what the government is doing, the impact their actions might have, and what they can do to at least have their voices heard to try and curb the negativity that is being inflicted on our communities," says 5 months, 6 months or 1 year gym memberships available Cariboo South NDP constituency group rolling up their sleeves for action The new Cariboo South NDP constituency group is looking to raise grass roots support toward giving people living in the Cariboo-Chilcotin a voice in Victoria. The directors include Bob McNair (back left), Joan McGee, Paul French, Gloria Atamanenko, Biddy Jones, David Zirnhelt, Diana French, and vice-president Peggy Christianson (seated left), president Terry Tate, and secretary Anne Kohut. see grassroots support being developed." She says people voted for change in the last election With the Purchase of a 12 Month Pass receive 12 tickets to TimberWoIves Home Games, valued at $102.00 With the Purchase of a 6 Month Pass receive 6 tickets to TimberWoIves Home Games, valued at $51.00 Some restrictions apply ing in the Cariboo-Chilcotin. To that end, he says they will also be striving to work with local governments such as municipal councils, regional district, and school boards. Tate.

At the same time he says the NDP constituency group will be trying to make sure government in Victoria truly understands the impact of their actions on people liv re-elected "This area puts a wealth of resource dollars into provincial coffers and we are going to do our best to make sure we get our fair share of that which hasn't been happening," says Tate Newly elected vice-chair Peggy Christianson shares the vision. Christianson says she decided to run for a seat on the executive because she saw how hard David Zirnhelt worked to represent the South Cariboo and is disappointed in the representation shown by MLA Walt Cobb. "My vision in the next election is to see someone elected who will be accountable to the South Cariboo riding as well as address issues for rural B.C. I want to "Our objective is to assist other community activists in whatever capacity we can." Terry Tate Tanning Passes Bruzer Fit Cily Clothing Gym Weekly Passes Protein Drinks Swim Wear Gift Certificates Weight Loss Supplements resident as NDP Come See Our In Store Specials! but doesn't believe they are now pleased with the changes being initiated by the Liberal majority. Up to 20-40 off select items son's first year on the executive.

Both Tate and Christian-son are from the Williams Lake area. The executive includes secretary Anne Kohut of Williams Lake; treasurer and provincial representative Bill Robertson from 1 00 Mile House; membership coordinator Gloria Atamanenko Terry Tate was re-elected chair of the Cariboo South NDP constituency group Saturday during the party's annual general meeting held in Williams Lake. This will be Tate's fourth year as constituency president. Peggy Christianson was elected vice-chair, taking over that role from Ray Skelly. This is Christian- from 150 Mile House; and alternate provincial representative Paul French; and regional council representative Diana French, both of Williams Lake.

Directors are David Zirnhelt, Joan McGee, Biddy Jones, Bob McNair and Robin Randall from Williams Lake area; and Helen Kormandy from Ashcroft. 1 CLASSIFIEDS We'll make them work AS AS ME, 1 yUU! I THF WILLIAMS LAKE Call 392-2331 aeriinDune Were sending you a gift. It's full of good feelings, warm wislies, holiday fir. mm if Vib -uJ ANY 3 TOSV3S AWED SAE For a limited time at United Carpet you can carpet any 3 rooms in vibrant colours that work beautifully with any decor from casual to formal. We offer floor covering to fit any budget or room style at different price ranges.

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