November 24, 2023

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Special Business Meeting

Tuesday, November 28 at 10:30 a.m.

Committee of the Whole

Tuesday, November 28 at 1 p.m.

Public Hearing - Commercial childcare facility in the CD38 Zone

Tuesday, December 5 at 6 p.m.

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WHAT'S ON AT LET'S TALK SQUAMISH

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.

 

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Winter parking restrictions resume December 1

On select streets around Squamish, parking will be restricted to one side of the street only from December 1 through March 1, 2024, to ensure that snow plows and emergency vehicles have access.

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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Cram the Cruiser, Fill the Firetruck, Sink the Ship!

It's that time of year again! First responders and the local Walmart in Squamish are preparing for the second annual Cram the Cruiser event in support of the Squamish Community Christmas Care. For the second year in a row, the local Squamish RCMP, Squamish Fire Rescue, and Marine Search and Rescue will be collecting donations of toys, food, gift cards, and/or money to support families in our community.

When: November 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Walmart, 39210 Discovery Way

Last year, the event was a large success with the community coming together, and gifting generous donations to help fill the RCMP Police truck and the vintage Squamish Fire truck!

Word on Housing Survey closing December 1

The Squamish Community Housing Society is on a mission to create housing solutions that meet the unique needs of Squamish. Share your thoughts and ideas by taking the Word on Housing survey to help them better understand the housing needs of our community and shape our future initiatives.

Survey closes December 1.

 

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LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT UPDATES
  • University Reservoirs 2 and 3: Installation of reservoir footing drains and storm manholes
    is currently underway. Foundation work for the reservoirs is still in progress.
  • 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.
  • Highlands Way South Bike Lane Upgrades: Final bike lane painting remains underway.
  • 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.
  • 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 during the end of November and early December.

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RECYCLING TIP OF THE WEEK

Plastic bags don’t go in your recycling bin! Plastic bags can get mixed with other recyclables, which can affect the recyclability of the rest of the material. Please keep plastic bags out of your recycling bin by dropping them off at the Recycling Depot on Queens Way or the Squamish Landfill and Recycle Depot for recycling.

 

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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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Rise and Shine | Spin class

Thursdays, 6:30-7:15 a.m.

Up early for your kid's club practice? Join Cindy for a 45-minute spin and get your work-out in while you wait! Registration required.

Active Living Fitness 55+

Tuesdays, 9:15-10:15 a.m.

Active Living fitness focuses on exercises catered to your daily activities. Mild cardio, balance, mobility, strength and stretch. Maximize your week with a full-body workout catered to those 55yrs+. This course is offered at our Westwinds facility. Drop-ins welcome, space permitting.

Little Sneakers - New Sunday afternoon sessions added!

Sundays, 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!

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