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Among those preparing to open are Rexall Drugs, CIBC, Original Joe’s, Quiznos, and Starbucks. For a map of the development and a tenant list, see http://anthemproperties.com/content/Brick_Yard_0199_SP93829.pdf

Brickyard Station is located at the corner of Highway’s 10 & 15 (56 Avenue & 175 Street) in Cloverdale. The developer is Anthem Properties.

During the AGM another longtime volunteer, former Association Treasurer Ken Kachur, who stepped down prior to the AGM, was recognized for over twenty years of dedicated service to the organization. “Ken has been an integral part of our organization for many years,” said President Shannon Claypool. “He was an incredibly active volunteer even acted as interim General Manager in 2010, on a volunteer basis, as the Association transitioned between General Managers. The Board certainly recognizes Ken’s dedication to this Association and event.”

The Association also awarded four long serving volunteers “Lifetime Members” of the Association – Rocky Rockwell, who served as a member of the Board of Directors and held the positions of Rodeo Chair and Volunteer Chair; Florian Kirner volunteered for over two decades, served as a member of the Board of Directors and chaired the Country Fair Committee and Ernie and Charlene Bayer, who also have volunteered for over two decades. All Four were named Lifetime Members of the Association.

“The strength of this Association is largely because of the dedication of our volunteers,” says President Shannon Claypool. “These four long serving members are extremely worthy of this honour.”

The Association has over 500 volunteers and a staff of 11 who work though out the year to plan, stage and execute the annual Rodeo and Country Fair, one of the most beloved and best attended family events in British Columbia.

For more information see their website at www.horseracingbc.ca

Heritage Society President Bruno Zappone is part of a group of passionate Surrey residents concerned about Surrey’s Heritage who formed a non-profit society in the fall of 2010. The Surrey Heritage Society was created to promote, encourage and foster interest in Surrey’s history; and more importantly to preserve historic artifacts/relics/heirlooms, sites, buildings and documents. The Teamsters Freight Museum does trace back part of its roots to the BC Transportation Museum which was located in the Clover Square Village mall from 1987 -1992. The Surrey Heritage Society believes that acquiring this historical asset could bolster the number of heritage attractions in Cloverdale which will also include the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society who will be housing a couple of BC Electric Interurban cars and a 100 year old 1912 Brill Street Car named “Clover Belle”.

The Surrey Heritage Society will be hosting an open house at the Sullivan Hall (6306 – 152 Street) on Thursday, Feb 16th at 7pm to discuss its overall plans for 2012 and to sign up new members. Plans are underway for a Heritage Fundraiser at Fraser Downs during live horse racing on Friday, March 2nd at 7pm. Tickets are priced at $60 per person and will include a buffet, silent auction and a number of fun games of chance.

For further information on the Surrey Heritage Society contact Bill Reid at the Cloverdale Chamber at 604-574-9802 or Paul Orazietti at the Cloverdale BIA at 604-576-3155 or email info@surreyheritage.ca

Cloverdale West Village Update – January 16, 2012

Based on current Market conditions, Townline and Surrey City Development Corporation regretfully advise the Cloverdale (Pacific No 6) Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion that the first phase of the Cloverdale West Village redevelopment (incorporating a new Legion) cannot move forward as proposed.

As presently structured, there is simply not enough revenue to recover the development costs and generate a reasonable profit in current market conditions. Through the process of refining the design and achieving approvals from the City, the budget has significantly changed compared to our earlier estimates. Unfortunately, costs have risen dramatically and revenues have not kept pace. In fact, the revenue is slightly below industry expectations.

We still feel strongly that the incorporation of a new Legion facility in the redevelopment at Cloverdale West Village is highly desirable. We hope the membership of the Legion sees it that way as well. To that end, we are proposing the put the first phase on hold, rather than walk away from what we see as a great opportunity for all parties.

In order to proceed, there will have to be an increase in projected revenue; an overall strengthening of the condominium market in Cloverdale would go a long way towards that. More proactively, we are planning to proceed with site-works and an alternative phase of the development with a building form that is achieving better economic results in the current market. This onsite activity will strengthen the market appeal of the site, and pricing of the Legion Phase.

We will revisit our original proposal at a later date, but fully embrace the goals of the Legion to move into a new mortgage-free, turn-key facility, and have access to an alternative stream of revenue. We anticipate the delay will be up to two years, but are hoping for less, and will report back periodically with progress updates and market analysis.

Respectfully submitted

TL Housing Solutions / The Townline Group of Companies / Surrey City Development Corporation

“The new Cloverdale youth park will be similar to the very popular facility that opened this year at the Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre in City Centre.  It will be an accessible and free recreation area which can be used rain or shine.  The City will now reach out to youth in Surrey to help with the planning process, including finding the most suitable location,” says Mayor Dianne Watts.  She adds, the project is part of the Build Surrey program, a plan that is seeing new park, recreation and civic facilities being built in each of the town centres.

About 16,000 people have moved to Cloverdale since 2005, including many families with children and youth.  Due to the rapid growth, the existing youth park cannot accommodate the increase in demand.

“The City is committed to making Surrey a great place for children and youth to live, learn and play.  This new facility will help us continue to build active, healthy communities,” says Councillor Mary Martin, Chair of the City’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee.

Staff will now begin planning and design work, and will also reach out to senior levels of government to pursue grant or funding partnerships.

The weekend Flea Market attracts tens of thousands of patrons throughout the year, with hundreds of vendors selling new and used goods, furniture, antiques, and plants. The Association, looking to build on the popularity of the long-running event has partnered with Galaxy Promotions who will add elements such as artisans, buskers and entertainment to the weekly Flea Market starting in January, 2012. Current vendors of the market will all continue to be at the heart of the event.

“Harness Racing BC and the horsemen at Fraser Downs put on a great show with an estimated 550-600 fans of all ages turning out,” Wittup says. “It was the undertaking of staff and volunteers that made it a huge success and they deserve all the credit.”

The doors opened at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24 with standardbred enthusiasts enjoying backstretch tours, watching qualifiers and meeting trainers and drivers. Two of those drivers – Dave Hudon, Jr. and Jim Abbott – entertained families with two-seater jogging rides that proved to be the most popular event on the grounds.

The Open House was to bring awareness to the resumption of racing at Fraser Downs beginning Friday, Oct. 7 (7:00 p.m.) with 31 dates on the calendar through October, November and December and the 2012 dates to be confirmed shortly.

Raj Mutti, Regional General Manager, BC Racing, announced earlier that the take-out rates at Fraser Downs have been reduced to 15% for Win, Place & Show wagering as well as Win 4 wagering.

RACING THREE TIMES A WEEK

During the first six weeks this year there will be three-times-a-week cards on Friday nights (7:00 p.m.) with the Saturday and Sunday afternoons start times having been changed to 1:45 p.m. That format goes until Sunday, Nov. 13. From that point there will be racing on Friday nights and Sunday afternoons. The only adjustment happens on Boxing Day Monday (Dec. 26) with a 1:45 p.m. start.

The Oct. 7 Opening Night festivities include ‘Cloverdale Chamber Night at the Races’ where fans can experience the thrill of ‘owning’ a standardbred for the night without any costs involved. By reserving a table for four or more in the Clubhouse, fans can enter a chance to ‘own’ a horse for the night. The package includes a private backstretch tour, watching from trackside and being escorted to the Winner’s Circle for souvenir photo should your horse win.

“We’re excited about what we refer to as our ‘new beginning’,” says Fraser Downs Racetrack & Casino General Manager Ken Stratton. “There’s a whole new feeling of optimism in the air.”

The Fraser Downs racing schedule is available at www.fraserdowns.com