1980: 1984 - Founding of the Lake Country Heritage and Cultural Society
A formational meeting of the Lake Country Heritage and Cultural Society was held informally following a special Ratepayers meeting at the Shangeri-la Restaurant on June 18, 1984.
There are eleven members; Table Officers are as follows:
- President: Helen Gatzke
- Secretary: Jane Arnold
- Treasurer: Ron Carter
Members:
- Penny Baughen
- Yvonne Saunders
- Win Sutton
- David Lodge
- James Baker
- Flora Snowdon
- Jack McCarthy
- George Kozub
It was moved by Jack McCarthy that we write a letter to James Baker, c/o Central Okanagan Regional District, Groves Avenue, Kelowna, requesting a $500.00 assistance in the form of a grant. Seconded by Yvonne Saunders. We are forming a society and need financial assistance. James Baker stated he will have copies of the Societies Act photostated for the executive and members. He will also make a verbal request to C.O.R.D. at their next meeting on July 9 for financial assistance.
Meeting adjourned by Rosemary Carter, seconded by Yvonne Saunders.
Jane Arnold – Secretary