December 8, 2023

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Special Business Meeting

Tuesday, December 12 at 6 p.m.

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DECEMBER'S DROP-IN CHAT WITH THE MAYOR

Please join Mayor Armand Hurford for casual community conversations among fellow Squamish residents at Municipal Hall. All are welcome!

When: Wednesday, December 20 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Municipal Hall, 37955 Second Avenue.
RSVP is encouraged.

 

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2024 BUDGET ADOPTION

Thank you to everyone who provided their input on the 2024-2028 Five-year Financial Plan. Three readings of the District of Squamish 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3025, 2023 will be recommended to Council at the Special Business Meeting on Tuesday, December 12. 

 

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ONLINE PAYMENTS NOW AVAILABLE

The District of Squamish has recently upgraded its systems to allow online payments. eCommerce is an easy, convenient and secure online service to make one-time payments by credit card. A login is not required however details located on your renewal notice will be needed to pay for your business and dog licence.  

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2024 Business Licences

District of Squamish 2024 Business Licence Renewal Notices have been mailed. All licences must be renewed before December 31 (please note Municipal Hall is closed from December 25 through January 1.).

Please note our online payment system will not currently accept any payments over $2,000 Any payment over $2,000 must be paid at the Community Planning Department in the District of Squamish Municipal Hall.

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2024 Dog Licences

District of Squamish 2024 Dog Licence Renewal Notices have been mailed. 

Get your dog’s licence before January 31 to qualify for the discounted rate.

Please note new account registration and new dog registration must be done in person. All dogs must be registered within 30 days of moving to Squamish and all dogs over eight weeks must be licensed.

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Bylaw tickets

The new online system allows payment for: 

  • Parking Tickets.
  • Bylaw Enforcement Notices.
  • Tickets issued by District of Squamish Bylaw Department or Animal Control.

This system is only for taking online payments and is not for submitting disputes. If you have a dispute to submit please contact the Bylaw Department at 604-815-5045 or by email. 

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Zero Waste Holiday Season – Upcycled Gift Box Workshop

Join us on our journey to reduce waste this festive season by putting commonly recycled products to use! We'll be turning beverage cartons into fun, colourful gift boxes and bags in preparation for gifting season. This workshop is suitable for interested folks of all ages; children are welcome! Bring milk and beverage cartons (well rinsed and cleaned) and we will provide the rest.

When: December 12, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Where: Squamish Public Library.

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Winter parking restrictions are now in effect

Parking on select streets around Squamish is currently restricted to one side of the street only through March 1, 2024, to ensure that snow plows and emergency vehicles have access during winter conditions.

District of Squamish Bylaw Enforcement Officers will focus on education and provide warnings to anyone parking in a restricted area. However, vehicles parking on the No Parking side of the street may be ticketed and towed at any time to ensure community safety. The fine for impeding snow removal is $250.

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Digital payment system coming to BC Transit

BC Transit’s new electronic fare payment system, Umo (pronounced “you-mo”), is coming to the Squamish. Umo will be launched regionally introducing contactless payment methods and new fare products that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best option for their lifestyle and travel habits. Once launched, riders will have the choice of using the Umo Mobility app or a reloadable Umo card as their payment method.

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Recreation Services field user requests

Recreation Services field user requests The Field User Request deadline for Season 1, March 1, to August 31, 2024, is December 15.

Fields: Centennial Fields (1-4, 7, 8), Field 5 (Homer Dome), Field 6 (LaRoy Watt), Hendrickson Fields, Artificial Turf, Howe Sound Secondary Community Field, and beer garden or tournament use within the District of Squamish.

A Field Allocation Meeting will be held on January 24, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre. A final calendar will be posted online no later than February 16, 2024.

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LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT UPDATES
  • University Reservoirs 2 and 3: Construction ongoing.
  • 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.
  • Queens Way Water System Work: Work related to a development will result in changes to driving lanes and possible lane closures in front of 38936 Queens Way through mid December.

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LATEST NEWS FROM THE BUILDERS' CORNER

The BC Codes 2024 will come into effect on March 8, 2024, and will apply to building permits applied for on or after that date. Buildings with permits in place under the BC Codes 2018 will generally not be affected by the new BC Codes (view the Ministerial Order adopting the BC Building Code 2024 for details).

Code changes for new adaptable dwellings and earthquake design changes will come into effect March 10, 2025. This delay is to allow for additional engagement and sufficient training for low or no-cost design solutions.

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'TIS THE SEASON TO SLEIGH HOLIDAY WASTE

Are you feeling the holiday spirit? Make this holiday season one that is not only joyful but also sustainable. Holidays often come with large amounts of avoidable waste which can be easily reduced by considering some zero-waste ideas. Instead of using wrapping paper, which will inevitably end up as garbage, consider using brown paper bags which can be composted, or add a dish towel to the present and use it as packaging. Old newspapers also make for nice wrapping. Think circular and consider purchasing pre-owned items as presents. Or gift experiences, homemade crafts, and food, over new items.

Sign up for our Zero Waste Holiday Season – Upcycled Gift Box Workshop here!

 

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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
  • No new applications. 

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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Youth Basketball

December 28, 2-4 p.m.

Stay active during the cold winter months and join us for a casual game of hoops with Youth Basketball held at Howe Sound Secondary!

Join us for the next 55+ Bus Trip!

December 17, 11:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

Next stop: Burnaby Village Museum / Heritage Christmas

Come experience Heritage Christmas presented by Concord Pacific at Burnaby Village Museum. Enjoy the special atmosphere of festive lights and traditional decorations. Wander the museum’s 10-acre venue and take in all the seasonal entertainment, demonstrations and activities.

Social Skate 55+

Wednesdays, 9:45-10:45 a.m.

Looking to meet like-minded people in the 55+ community? Want to expand your friend group? Come join us for the senior's social skate each Wednesday!

 View schedules and book your spot! 

BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE
OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • Ice programs are temporarily cancelled on December 9 and December 10 for the Skate Sea2Sky Winter Skate Show. Regular programming will resume Monday, December 11. Plan your visits here. 

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