January 26, 2024

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Special Business Meeting

Tuesday, January 30 at 6 p.m.

Public Hearing: To allow for temporary uses to continue on 37322 Sp’akw’us Landing

Tuesday, January 30 at 6 p.m.

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DISTRICT OF SQUAMISH RECEIVES $7M FROM CMHC HOUSING ACCELERATOR FUND

The District of Squamish has been successful in securing a $7M grant from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Housing Accelerator Fund to facilitate housing delivery in Squamish. The funding will help to increase housing supply for missing-middle and low- to moderate-income households over the coming years.

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Exciting things are coming to Brennan Park Recreation Centre!

The community is invited to drop by for an Information Night on Thursday, February 1 between 4 and 8 p.m. where we will have details on the improvements set to begin in the coming months, as well as a look ahead at our plans for improving the Brennan Park you love!

Stop by for snacks, warm beverages, and an opportunity to talk directly to the project team.

When: Thursday, February 1—drop by between 4 and 8 p.m.
Where: Brennan Park Recreation Centre

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Noise Exemption Permit issued for tunnelling work

The District of Squamish has issued a Noise Exemption Permit to work 24-hours per day with conditions for the Eagle Mountain - Woodfibre Gas Pipeline (EGP) Project tunnelling work. The exemption permit conditions require implementation of various noise mitigation measures to minimize disturbance and inconvenience to neighbouring residents, and provision of a resident complaint process.

The expectation of all parties is that residents can expect after-hours noise to stay at current levels, or even lower.

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Renew your dog licence today and save!

Renew or purchase your dog’s licence before January 31 to qualify for the discounted rate. All dogs must be registered within 30 days of moving to Squamish and all dogs over eight weeks must be licensed.

To pay online, please use the account number located on your renewal notice. If you have not yet received your notice, please contact Animal Control at 604.815.6866 for your account number. 

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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

Requests for a public meeting must be made within the first 21 calendar days of a project’s launch in the Development Review. If a combination of 10 separate website-based, emailed or written requests are received by the District, then the applicant will be required to hold a Public Information Meeting regarding their proposed development.

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ZERO WASTE TIP OF THE WEEK

The following items are frequently found in blue recycling totes, and cannot be accepted in the curbside recycling system:

❌ Textiles and fabric
❌ Books
❌ Scrap metal

Thank you for helping us avoid contamination. Visit our Waste Wizard to learn how to dispose of these items.

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LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
  • University Reservoirs 2 & 3 - Ongoing construction.
  • Wastewater Treatment Plan Expansion and Improvements – Construction is underway through summer 2025 on a new secondary clarifier and concentric bioreactor.
  • Queens Way Lift Station Manhole – Construction continues to replace the inlet manhole and reline the wet-well. Please follow traffic control measures.
  • Water Meter Installations – Water meters are being installed at Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and multi-family residential properties in Squamish. This work will take place through February at approximately 50 properties. Affected properties will be notified directly and installation times can be booked at the property owner’s convenience.

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Pickleball Adult Drop-in

Registration update!

In an effort to support a fair registration process, we’ve made the decision to reduce the advanced registration window to 72 hours before the start of each program. We hope that by doing so, players will be more inclined to register only for dates they can attend.

Spin Classes

-The Spin Crowd: Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 6-7 p.m.
- Rise & Shine: Wednesdays, 6:30-7:15 a.m.
- Keep on Spinning: Thursdays, 7:15-8 a.m.

Try out one of our Spin Classes! With energizing music and dynamic coaching, you’ll find the perfect balance of motivation and inspiration for your workout.

Youth Night Pool Takeover

January 27, 7-9 p.m.

Youth aged 13-18 are invited to join us on the last Saturday of January for a fun-filled swim. Bring your friends for an evening of music and water-time!

 View schedules and book your spot!

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