November 10, 2023

Remembrance Day is November 11. Lest we forget.

The Squamish community is invited to join the Squamish Legion for a collective moment of silence to remember those who served. People are welcome to pay their respects in person around the outer perimeter of the Cenotaph, or at other times throughout the day to place a poppy or to take time to reflect and remember.

Two minutes of silence will be observed at 11 a.m.

When: Saturday, November 11, 10:45 a.m.
Where: Stan Clarke Park Cenotaph.

*Please note Cleveland Avenue will be closed between Stan Clarke Park and Main Street from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. to accommodate the ceremony. A traffic management plan is in place.

Please note Municipal Hall will be closed on Monday, November 13. 

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COMMUNITY INPUT IS INVITED INTO THE 2024-2028 FINANCIAL PLAN

Learn what’s in the plan through a user-friendly online tool.

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Ask questions and provide comments online.

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Discuss in a small group with members of Council at the next Mayor’s Drop-in on Wednesday, November 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Municipal Hall.

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COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Committee of the Whole

Tuesday, November 14 at 12:30 p.m.

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WHAT'S ON AT LET'S TALK SQUAMISH

Downtown Viewscape Study Updates

From August 2022 to January 2023 we heard from 116 people who shared their views through survey data and in-person walkabouts to help the District identify important public realm view corridors which should be protected during the development process. Follow the link below to learn more about the project, its next steps, and explore the survey results along with 31 comparable visuals.

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Let's Talk Budget 2024!

The District is seeking community input on the priorities laid out in the Five-Year Financial Plan – 2024 to 2028.

Follow the link below to explore how we are working to address facilities upgrades, infrastructure replacements, livability, transit expansion and more, and then please weigh in.

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Marine access review ending soon

The final stage of community engagement will close on November 25. To provide comments on the Discussion Draft and Marine Access Reference Maps, email Sarah McJannet.

A community pop-up event will be held at Municipal Hall on Monday, November 20, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Transgender Week flag-raising ceremony

The Transgender flag will be raised next week to commemorate those lives lost to transphobic violence as a result of transphobia and to bring attention to the continued violence endured by the transgender community.

When: November 14 at noon.
Where: Stan Clarke Park.

Organics collection change

Weekly organics are now being collected BIWEEKLY along with recycling totes.

Follow the link below to download the Curbside Collection app for collection reminders and check your schedule.

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LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT UPDATES

 

  • 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.
  • Yearly Sewer Rehabilitation: This year includes excavated and trenchless style repairs for both sanitary and storm utilities. There will be traffic and parking disturbances during this work, with signage and traffic flaggers in place.
  • Pioneer Way Phase 2 Upgrades: Ongoing construction.

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ZERO WASTE TIP OF THE WEEK

You must empty containers and give them a quick rinse before adding them to your recycling tote. This helps minimize contamination from food residue spoiling the recyclability of materials and also reduces pests and smells.

 

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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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+55 Bus Trip: VSO – A Shakespearean Romp

November 16, 11 a.m.

Hop aboard the next 55+ bus trip and spend an afternoon enjoying Shakespeare performed by the VSO Tea and Trumpets series.

Painting holiday cards (watercolour) 55+

November 23 & 30

Make your very own holiday cards with watercolour guided by instructor Louise Kirby! All materials are supplied for this 2-class set and student painters will get to produce a minimum of four unique holiday cards to take home!

We are hiring!

Squamish Recreation and Culture is looking for passionate, fun and community-minded individuals! If you are interested in being part of an energetic and lively team, we want to hear from you! Visit squamish.ca/careers.

 View schedules and book your spot! 

BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE
OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • There will be no swimming lessons from Monday, November 13 to Friday, November 17.
  • “Parent & Child Swim - Limited Pool Space” will be available from 4 to 7 p.m. on all days except Tuesdays. View the pool schedule here.

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