January 12, 2024

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Special Business Meeting

Tuesday, January 16 at 3 p.m.

Regular Meeting of the Council

Tuesday, January 16 at 6 p.m.

Public Hearing: Rezoning to facilitate the development of
26 townhomes at 40279 Government Road.

Tuesday, January 16 at 6 p.m.

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DROP-IN CHAT WITH THE MAYOR

SPECIAL GUEST: MP PATRICK WEILER

This month, Mayor Armand Hurford will welcome special guest West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country MP Patrick Weiler for a community conversation about housing. All are welcome!

When: Wednesday, January 17 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Garibaldi Room, Howe Sound Inn, 37801 Cleveland Avenue.

 

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BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE UPGRADES INFORMATION NIGHT

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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UMO LAUNCHED IN SQUAMISH

BC Transit’s Umo (pronounced “you-mo”) electronic (contactless) fare system is now live in the Squamish Transit System. 

New payment methods include:

  • The Umo Mobility app and a reloadable Umo card. The Umo Mobility app is free in the Apple App and Google Play stores. Once downloaded, riders create an account to purchase and manage their fare products. 
  • A reloadable Umo Card. Your reloadable Umo card can be purchased at: 
    • Municipal Hall, 37995 Second Avenue.
    • Brennan Park Recreation Centre, 1009 Centennial Way.
    • The 55 Activity Centre, 1201 Village Green Way.

A 30-Day Pass will eventually replace the existing Monthly Pass and can be activated on any day of the month and provide riders with unlimited trips during a continuous 30-day period.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Extreme cold weather conditions

Environment Canada has issued an Arctic outflow warning for Howe Sound through Sunday. Arctic air combined with strong outflow winds with gusts near 60 km/h will generate wind chill values of minus 20 to minus 30. If outside, dress warmly in layers and stay dry and cover as much exposed skin as possible to avoid frostbite.

The Squamish Helping Hands Emergency Shelter’s Extreme Weather Program provides additional beds during extreme weather events. For information about accessing shelter through the Extreme Weather Program, please call 604-390-3000.

Visit squamish.ca/extreme-cold for important information about preparing for extreme cold conditions.

Renew your dog licence today and save!

Get 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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LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT UPDATES
  • 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.
  • Sewer Rehabilitation – This work 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.

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LATEST NEWS FROM THE BUILDERS' CORNER

Reminder for site upkeep this season

Seasonal construction work can pose unique challenges in Squamish. Here are some tips and reminders for construction in Squamish during the colder months:

  • Be sure to secure your fencing and stow loose materials during windy weather.
  • Ensure your paving is adjusted accordingly.
  • Ensure your erosion and sediment control measures are in place and functioning well during rainy weather.

Worksites in Squamish are regulated by the District’s Noise bylaw, Traffic Management Bylaw, as well as WorkSafeBC and the BC Building Code.

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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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Roller Skating

Beginning January 14, 6:30-8 p.m.

Let the Sea to Sky Sirens Roller Derby team teach you the basic skills to get you rolling in time for summer and beyond! We will teach you balance, strides and stops that will prepare you to safely try our sport or move on to pursue other forms of recreational roller skating! **Drop-ins available for $13.00 space permitting.

NEW Healing Fitness at The 55

Wednesdays, time varies

Learn exercises that will help you move, and feel better, improve arm and hand function and strength after a stroke, build strength and regain flexibility so that you can get back to normal daily activities with:

  • Neuro-Fit Hand & Arm Stroke Recovery
  • SMART Back exercises
  • Hip &/or Knee Recovery

Parent and Child Open Gym

Tuesdays, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

Ideal for homeschool families, or school-age children and their caregivers, looking for some gym time to practice their physical literacy skills together. Please note that this is an unsupervised program, a responsible adult must attend with child. Registration only.

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BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE
OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • Pool entry wait times may be longer than usual and pool capacities may be reduced to maintain the required lifeguard-to-swimmer ratio. Thank you for your patience and see you at Brennan Park Recreation Centre!

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