October 27, 2023

Community input is invited into the 2024-2028 Financial Plan.

1. Learn what’s in the plan through a user-friendly online tool.
2. Ask questions and provide comments online.
3. Mark your calendar for the Budget Information Night including a facilitated Q&A discussion – November 14 from 6-9 p.m. at Howe Sound Secondary School.
4. Discuss in small groups with members of Council:
• November 1 – Coffee with Council (3 opportunities)
• November 15 – Mayor’s Drop-in (11:30 a.m. at Municipal Hall)

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HAVE COFFEE WITH COUNCIL NOVEMBER 1!

Join a member or two of District of Squamish Council for a conversation about the District's Five-Year Financial Plan and your budget priorities over the next 5 years.

Wednesday, November 1:

  • 8 to 9 a.m. Bean Around The World (4130 Government Road)
  • 12 to 1 p.m. The 55 Activity Centre (1201 Village Green Way)
  • 5 to 6 p.m. The Common (38016 Cleveland Avenue)

All are welcome. Refreshments are on us!

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Tuesday November 7, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers.

What's Proposed: Rezoning to allow affordable housing in residential zones.

Proposed Bylaw: District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011 Amendment Bylaw (Affordable Housing & Public Service) No. 3018, 2023.

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PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY

The SeaANDSky development has begun in-water piling work in order to support the structure of the new pedestrian bridge. This initial phase of construction is set to be complete by the end of January 2024, with out-of-water foreshore construction at expected to be complete by Spring 2024. This work is being done in compliance with the District of Squamish Noise Regulation Bylaw along with federal authorization from Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and District authorization via a servicing agreement and other environmental permits.

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NEW POP-UP EVENTS FOR THE MARINE ACCESS REVIEW

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.

Community Pop-Up events

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INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

Highlands Way Uphill Bike Lane and Utility Upgrades

Project Details: Construction continues to improve safe access for an increasing number of cyclists traveling to/from Garibaldi Highlands along Highlands Way South. The work includes installing an uphill bike lane and a watermain from Mamquam Road to The Boulevard. The new bike lane will utilize one of the uphill vehicle traffic lanes as a result. 

Timeframe: Expected to be completed in November 2023.

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Queens Way Manhole Replacement Project 

Project Details: Construction remains underway at Queens Way Lift Station to replace the inlet manhole that collapsed in January 2023. The next phase of work requires some internal repairs to the lift station, replacing valves and piping and new relining of the inside of the wet well before the station can be brought back into safe operation. 

Impacts: Traffic control measures remain in place with modified traffic flow on Queens Way and a 30km/hr construction zone speed enforced. Access to Pioneer Way will be closed to all non-local traffic for the duration of the project. The public is advised to take extra caution when travelling down Queens Way due to higher congestion around the construction areas. Please obey all posted traffic control signs. 

Timeframe: Through December 2023. 

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PICKLEBALL AND TENNIS COURTS UPDATE

The new pickleball courts at Brennan Park are close to completion, with the courts expected to open November 4. The upgraded tennis courts are close behind, though a completion date for those is not yet finalized.

Contractors will be on site this week finishing the pickleball court work, and work over the coming weeks will continue to finish the tennis courts and surrounding landscaping.

TRICK OR TREAT AND GO WASTE-FREE

Halloween is almost here! Let’s have an eco-friendly spooky day this year and reduce waste with some simple steps. Go for Halloween decorations that you can reuse every year and avoid disposable decor. No need to toss all festive packaging in the garbage – many candy wrappers can be recycled as flexible plastic packaging at the recycling depot on Queens Way. Most importantly, keep those jack-o-lanterns out of the landfill. Use the flesh, guts, and seeds of pumpkins for tasty soups, sauces, and pies. Retired Halloween pumpkins go into the organics tote for composting as part of our curbside collection program.

COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Annual watermain flushing

Watermain flushing is underway and will continue through mid-November. Watermain flushing removes any stagnant water and unwanted build-up in the pipes. 

Impact: During flushing, there may be brief periods when the water becomes cloudy, discoloured or has a mild chlorine taste, however, the water remains safe to drink. If you experience these, please flush your taps with running water until clear.

Requests for 2024 tote exchange

Are you interested in a larger or smaller garbage tote? The deadline to request to change your garbage tote size for 2024 is October 31.

Solid Waste Utility fees will vary based on the garbage tote size you choose. A $50 exchange fee will apply.

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RESPECT SQUAMISH WILDLIFE

Bears are entering a very important time of the year as this is the last opportunity to pack on the pounds before the colder seasons. During the fall, they enter a state called hyperphagia, where they can eat thousands of calories but never feel full. This hyper-focus on food will make them especially active, prone to surprise, and protective over food sources.

  • Please be extra alert and aware when recreating – make sure you give bears plenty of warning that you are near!
  • Keep dogs LEASHED and on the trail – please do not risk either animal’s safety or your own!
  • Please make sure they are left to fatten up on natural food and NOT our garbage, fruit trees, or pumpkins. Help keep our community SAFE and keep the wildlife wild by managing all attractants and keeping your pumpkins out of a bear’s reach.

Tote Tips: 

  • Store totes in a garage or shed.
  • Place totes curbside between 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. only on collection day and never the night before.
  • Rinse out all recycling.
  • Freeze compost or dispose of it on collection day.

 

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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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Youth Night Pool
Takeover is Back!

October 28, 7-9 p.m.

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

2SLGBTQIA+ Badminton Drop-in

October 29, 6:30-8 p.m.

2SLGBTQIA+ Badminton drop-in is a fully inclusive place for anyone to come and enjoy 1.5 hours of music and badminton. This drop-in is open to all skill levels, all ages, and allies are welcome to join.

Little Sneakers
NEW SUNDAY AFTERNOON SESSION!

2:15 - 3:15 p.m.

Come play, explore and move your body in our playground. Children will enjoy being physically active and making new friends in a safe, social environment filled with slides, climbers, riding toys, sports equipment and more! This unstructured program requires active parent participation.

BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE
OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • No swimming lessons between Monday, November 12 and Friday, November 18.
    Public Swims will be available during this time!

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