October 7, 2024

This Week...

Participate with us in fire prevention week, watch a video on how you can help to reduce the risk of flooding and check out our Thanksgiving activities. Read on for more...

Nanaimo 150: Did you know?

The City of Nanaimo Westwood Farm and swampland were purchased by the Canadian Western Fuel and Electric Company in 1907. The Canadian Western Fuel and Electric Company then constructed a dam in the early 1900s.The resulting reservoir is now called Westwood Lake (named after the Westwood Family who homesteaded the area). At that time, the lake provided a reserve water supply for Nanaimo’s Millstream River electric power station. Westwood Lake and its forested surroundings were officially designated a park on January 27, 1957.

Fire Prevention Week

We are participating in Fire Prevention Week from October 6-12, 2024. This year's campaign is "Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You!". Smoke alarms should be tested at least once a month by pushing the test button.

Some safety tips to keep you and your family safe:

  • Install smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home.
  • A closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat and fire.
  • It is best to use interconnected smoke alarms. When one smoke alarm sounds, they all sound.
  • A smoke alarm should be on the ceiling or high on a wall. Keep smoke alarms away from the kitchen to reduce false alarms. They should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) from the stove.
  • People who are hard-of-hearing or deaf can use special alarms and these alarms have strobe lights and bed shakers.
  • Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or stop working when you press the test alarm.

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Sign Up For Voyent Alert!

Sign up for Voyent Alert!

In the event of a large-scale emergency, such as an earthquake, the City will provide important and timely safety information to you through Voyent Alert!, our emergency alert system. If you haven't already, make sure to sign up. The Voyent Alert! app can be downloaded from the Apple App and Google Play Stores or you can register online to receive email, voice or text-based alerts. Find more information on the Emergency Alert System page on the City website.

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Thanksgiving Closure & Activities 

Monday, October 14 is Thanksgiving. City offices and facilities will be closed with the exception of Frank Crane Arena and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre where you can take part in a special Thanksgiving skate or swim.

  • Skate from 1-3 pm at Frank Crane Arena.
  • Swim from 12-5 pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre.

ACTIVITY GUIDE

Reduce The Risk Of Flooding

Fall has arrivedand with it, is the chance for heavy rain. Make sure to check storm drains, culverts, ditches and catch basins around your property and clear away any debris blocking them. Thanks for your help in reducing the risk of flooding, Nanaimo.

The Sweet Layered Podcast: What is an AAP?

What is an AAP? Find out on this episode of The Sweet Layered Podcast where we welcome Sheila Gurrie, the City’s Director of Legislative Services. In a previous podcast we discussed the Public Works Yard Updates project and the reasons for the upgrade. This time around we discuss the process municipalities in BC utilize to seek funding for projects such as this.

Project info: Public Works Yard Updates

PODCAST

Will Your Commute Be Affected This Week?

Here’s a list of up-to-date information on City construction projects. When approaching construction zones, please make sure to slow down, follow any detours that may be in place and obey all signage and traffic personnel instructions and a reminder that construction zone speed limit is 30 km/hr unless otherwise posted. Thank you for your patience!

Midtown Gateway Phase 2B: Expect delays and single lane on the following roads:

  • Powder Works Road is now open to vehicle traffic, cyclists, pedestrians and the #30 bus, and replaces the Bowen and Rosstown intersection as the new access point for Rosstown Road. Rosstown Road is now permanently closed to vehicles access from Bowen Road. Expect delays and single lane traffic on Bowen, Rosstown, Northfield and Boxwood Roads.
  • The traffic signals at Northfield and Boxwood Road have changed, use extra care.
  • The south access to Beban Park will be unavailible at times. Please exit the park from the other end. All park amenities and programs remain open and accessible.
  • All businesses remain open.

Learn more about this project: Midtown Gateway

Midtown Water Supply Project

  • Expect delays on Bowen Road between Meredith Road and Pryde Avenue.
  • Bowen Road northbound lanes are reduced to one lane between Dufferin Crescent and James Way. Sidewalks are open.
  • Wednesday October 9 Bowen Road northbound lanes are reduced to one lane between Pryde Avenue and Caspers Way.
  • Park Road remains closed to all traffic, drivers use Dufferin Crescent to enter/exit Rexall and the Willows Strata.
  • Labieux Road between Kenworth Road roundabout and Beban Parkway remains single lane alternating traffic with traffic control in place during the day, 7AM-5PM.
  • Labieux Road northbound lane is closed at Beban Parkway during the night, 5PM-7AM. No through traffic to the roundabout from Beban Park or Dorman Road, vehicles use another route. Southbound lane is open from the roundabout to Beban Park or Dorman Road.
  • All businesses in both areas remain open and accessible

Learn more about this project: Midtown Water Supply Upgrades

Commercial Street Improvements – Wharf to Church Street

  • Businesses on Commercial Street remain open as usual.
  • Pedestrian access will be maintained along the entire corridor.
  • Termporary FREE 2 hour street parking downtown began on October 1!
  • Commercial Street between Wharf and Church Street is closed to vehicles.

Learn more about this project: Commercial Street Improvements - Wharf to Church Street

Wentworth and Pine

  • Work is taking place along Wentworth St, near Wentworth and Pine. The Pine and Wentworth intersection will experience intermittent disruptions as utility installations are completed.

For the latest updates and information, visit the Wentworth and Pine Sanitary Upgrades project page

CURRENT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
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Work With Us!

We are currently looking for candidates to fill the following positions:

  • Mechanic – Emergency Vehicle Technician
  • Casual Lifeguard/Instructors
  • Operations Support Supervisor
  • Planning Assistant
  • Casuals - Police Services
  • Building Official
  • Financial Analyst - Temporary Full-Time
  • Casual Clerical Opportunities
  • Casual Pool - Custodian Relief

JOB POSTINGS
A view from the Mayor's chair in the Shaw auditorium looking toward the audience

Meetings This Week

Monday, October 7: Council Meeting in the Vancouver Island Conference Centre starting at 7 pm.

Wednesday, October 9: Public Safety Committee in the SARC Board Room at 4 pm.

Thursday, October 10: Design Advisory Panel Meeting in the SARC Board Room at 5 pm.

MEETINGS

 

If you are not able to attend or tune in live, you can always review decisions made at each Council meeting simply by reading the Council Meeting Summaries. These summaries are typically posted the day after each meeting.

COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARIES
City of Nanaimo news and events

Recap of City News

September 26, 2024 Special Council Summary

Notice of a Special District 68 Sports Field and Recreation Committee Meeting 2024-NOV-06

Nanaimo Fire Rescue participating in Fire Prevention Week

CITY NEWSROOM

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