September 15, 2023

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Due to the 2023 UBCM Convention, there are no upcoming Council meetings next week. 

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The District of Squamish is seeking elector approval to finance portions of the following projects through an Alternative Approval Process (AAP):

  • Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion and Improvements – a major upgrade resulting in new post-disaster infrastructure that will increase seismic and flood resiliency and improve overall plant performance.
  • Jimmy Jimmy (Judd) Slough Dike Upgrade – a high-priority project to raise the local standard of protection for the Squamish River dike beyond provincial standards.
  • Fire Hall No. 2 – one of three critical facilities prioritized for immediate replacement in the 2019 Real Estate and Facilities Master Plan that will serve as the second of two fire halls with the capacity to staff full-time crews in the future.
  • The Oceanfront Peninsula Main Road (R-20) –a multi-year, multi-phase road construction project connecting the Oceanfront Peninsula to Downtown Squamish and the rest of the community.

Long-term borrowing is a useful tool for municipalities that spreads the cost of large projects over the life of the project and allows today’s taxpayers – as well as future taxpayers – to pay for it.

  • If you are NOT OPPOSED to these bylaws, you do not need to submit any forms.
  • If you are OPPOSED to one or more of these bylaws, please complete the related Elector Response Form and submit it to the District no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 23, 2023.

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COMMUNITY INVITED TO OUR NEXT OPEN HOUSE

The District of Squamish is hosting an in-person open house on Wednesday, September 20 as part of proposed zoning bylaw amendments to facilitate affordable housing in Squamish.

Open house events are a chance for any interested community members to review the proposed changes to the zoning bylaw related to the Section 4.49 amendments and have any questions answered by District staff. Everyone is welcome. RSVP is not required for drop-in events. 

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Last chance to apply for the Squamish Youth Council

The Squamish Youth Council will restart this September and we’re looking for youth aged 14 to 24 to bring their voice to the table.

The Squamish Youth Council gives youth the opportunity to speak up and engage with the Mayor, District of Squamish Council and community leaders.

Know someone who might be interested? Send them the link below!

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Seeking Advisory Design Panel members at large

Applications are being accepted from those interested in volunteering on the District of Squamish Advisory Design Panel. The Panel reviews and provides advice regarding development permit applications and any other matter referred for review by Council. The Panel comprises twelve members including professionals nominated by their institutes or associations. The District is currently seeking Squamish residents with an interest in local development and design to fill a member at-large vacancy.

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EV Expo

Join us at Junction Park in Downtown Squamish to check out a variety of electric vehicles, get information about owning an EV and have your questions answered! This event is presented by the Vancouver Electric Vehicle Association, Squamish CAN and District of Squamish.

When: September 23, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Junction Park, Downtown Squamish

For more information, please email ipicketts@squamish.ca

Restore the Shore re-contouring work underway

Minor modifications work will take place to the former Spit through October 31. This continuation of Phase 2 work includes scrapping down some high points and re-sculpting a portion of the new end of the berm to help connect existing channels to the estuary. The work will involve heavy machinery and the transportation of rock and soil. The southern end of the training berm will be closed to the public during this time however there will be public access to the northern parking area of the Chelem Trail.

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NextRide Real-Time Bus Tracking Replacement

The Squamish Transit System NextRide technology replacement is currently underway to help provide increased certainty, convenience and bus predictability for transit customers. New Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) hardware will be installed on nine buses in the Squamish Transit System.

Customers are also advised that the NextRide desktop trip planning tool is no longer available. Customers wanting to plan their trip should use the BC Transit website and other real-time bus schedules.

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Seeking Library board members

Applications are being accepted from those interested in volunteering on the Squamish Library Board. Members are expected to attend all meetings of the Board, which are held on the third Wednesday of each month and share in other Board activities and responsibilities. Applications should be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on September 29.

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Requests for 2024 tote exchange now open

Are you interested in a larger or smaller garbage tote? The deadline to request to change your garbage tote size for 2024 is October 31. Solid Waste Utility fees will vary based on the garbage tote size you choose. A $50 exchange fee will apply.

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Events and Impacts Notices

  • A Noise Exemption has been issued for a private event on Diamond Head Road on Saturday, September 16 from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m. Event organizers have distributed notices to surrounding neighbours. 

WASTE TIP OF THE WEEK

Our community works hard to reduce contamination in the recycling totes. You can help by ensuring that only accepted materials through the curbside collection system are put in your recycling tote.

Curbside collection auditors are currently reviewing the contents of recycling totes around Squamish neighbourhoods. Waste diversion through recycling is a community effort and auditors are there to provide resources and helpful feedback. Owners of repeatedly contaminated recycling totes can face fines and suspension of service.

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Intro to Pickleball Clinic 19yrs+

September 16
3:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Our Pickleball instructional sessions are led by our professional Instructor Jessie Fletcher. Learn to play and/or advance your skills! This 3-hour session teaches the fundamentals of the fastest-growing racket/paddle sport in North America. Pre-registration required.

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Rise and Shine Spin 

Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:15 a.m.

Early risers, you are in for an amazing ride. Be done your workout before your day begins. Focus is on hills, drills and endurance with Top 40s music. Registration required.

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Bus Trips 55+ Choose your own adventure!

September 17
11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Next stop: Downtown Vancouver or Stanley Theatre!

Passengers choose their drop-off location between Downtown Vancouver near the Vancouver Art Gallery OR Stanley Theatre in time for the 1:30 performance of Little Shop of Horrors! Return pickup will be from the place chosen as drop-off. 

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BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • The Brennan Park Recreation Centre’s aquatic centre will be closed for its annual maintenance and cleaning from September 6 to October 6. The scheduled reopening is October 7. 

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