FINAL RESULTS OF THE 2022 SQUAMISH GENERAL ELECTION RELEASED | Squamish voters elected six Council members and one Mayor. A total of 6,718 ballots were cast, resulting in a voter turnout of 39.73%, once all new registrations were factored in. The total number of registered Eligible Electors in 2022 was 16,910. The new Council will be sworn in at their Inaugural Meeting on November 1, 2022. Learn more | | UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS | NOTICED ANY NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD NOOKS? | Installation of Neighbourhood Nooks began in September and many of these structures are now in place. Installation of signage and picnic tables in each of the structures is underway and will continue over the coming weeks. The Neighbourhood Nooks located at Garibaldi Shopping Mall, Smoke Bluffs Park, and one of the two nooks planned for Junction Park will each have accessible picnic tables and ramps installed. Due to a backlog from the supplier, installation of accessible tables will likely be delayed until January or February 2023. Learn more | | SQUAMISH'S EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM PUT TO THE TEST | This week, the District of Squamish once again joined residents across the province to ‘Drop, Cover and Hold On’ during B.C.’s largest earthquake drill on Thursday, October 20. More than 520,000 British Columbians participated in the annual exercise aimed at raising awareness about how to prepare to survive and recover quickly from major earthquakes wherever you live, work or travel. As part of the excercise, Squamish issued a test of the SquamishAlert emergency notification system to all SUBSCRIBED residents. A total of 6,833 notifications were sent which included: - 1,800 SMS messages;
- 3,311 emails; and
- 1,068 phone calls.
Did you recieve one of these notifications? If you did not receive our test alert, please SIGN UP TODAY or check that your details are up-to-date by visiting squamish.ca/alert and ensure you receive LOCAL emergency alerts as they happen. Note that you must register separately for each type of alert you want to receive (email or text or phone call). Learn more | | NEW TO THE BUILDERS' CORNER | The Provincial Government is currently proposing changes to the BC Building Code to support cleaner, more energy-efficient new construction in British Columbia. Members of the public have been invited to participate in a review of the proposed changes. From the Government of British Columbia: This public review is intended to collect focused, technical comments on proposed changes, such as revisions to targets and values, and comments about scope or application. All relevant input will be considered and used to help inform the proposed changes before they are considered by the Minister. Learn more | | FOLLOW ALONG AND WEIGH IN ON THE 2022 BUDGET | Here's what we've done so far - and what's coming up! Scroll through Let’s Talk Squamish and the Budget 2023 Interactive Tool to learn about what is proposed in the upcoming plan. Upcoming Meetings: ➡️ November 15 - Tying It All Together ➡️ November 29 - Public Information Meeting Do you have a question about this project? Follow the link below to participate. Learn more | | COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS | | | Community-wide Clothing Swap Do you have clothes you don't wear anymore that are in good condition? Or don't have anything to bring? No problem, come and see what treasures you can find. All types of clothing, accessories, and shoes are all welcome. Please make sure your clothes are washed and ready for a new home. You can drop off clothes (bagged) in advance at Brennan Park on October 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. or at the event when you arrive. Learn more | | | | Free Webinar: EV Charging For Sea to Sky Apartments and Condos The District of Squamish together with the Resort Municipality of Whistler will be holding a free webinar on Wednesday, October 26 all about the process of installing EV charging stations in residential buildings with multiple owners. The webinar will include information on the latest charging technology, how to approach and engage your strata council and property managers, and how to save money and take advantage of rebates. Learn more | | | Community Enhancement Grants are now open Community Enhancement Grants support vulnerable citizens, youth, reconciliation, equity and diversity, social, mental health and physical well-being, environmental stewardship, recreation programming and connectedness in our community. This grant is specifically geared towards projects that seek to enhance the community of Squamish through programming that aligns with the overarching goals of the District of Squamish’s Official Community Plan. Funds will be awarded to non-profit or charitable organizations that propose to enhance the lives of local citizens. Applications are open until November 14. Learn more | Arts and Culture Grant is now open Squamish Arts is now taking applications for the 2023 Arts and Culture Grant until November 14, 2022. Funding is available to groups, organizations, or individuals with arts and culture projects comparable to the goals and mandate of Squamish Arts. Squamish Arts will provide funds to pay specific expenses for approved projects that seek to enhance arts and culture activities in Squamish. Learn more | | Infrastructure Upgrades and Impacts: | Mamquam Road Sewer Upgrades Traffic impacts are expected to change several times over the next few weeks as work on the second phase of the Mamquam Road Upgrades gets underway. Construction crews will be installing a sewer bypass line that will be used to move live sewer flows while the existing sewer line is being upgraded over the following six weeks. Residents are advised to expect lane closures on Mamquam Road as well as Highway 99 ramp closures over the course of construction. Some of these changes will affect transit routes. Please plan ahead and provide yourself with extra travel time. Please drive with caution through this area and obey all traffic control signs and staff. View project details | Read Crescent Watermain Watermain replacement and sanitary sewer upgrades are underway along Read Crescent and Read Place. Read Crescent will be fully repaved spring 2023. Impacts: Expect single-lane alternating traffic and delays. Timeframe: Through November. | Pioneer Way/Queens Way intersection upgrades Improvements to the east side of the Pioneer Way/ Queens Way intersection are currently underway. Improvements include paving, curb and sidewalk, multi-use pathway and lighting. Impacts: Expect single-lane traffic on Queens Way. Timeframe: Through early November. | | Virtual Reality Program 11yrs+ Saturday, October 22 In this 45-minute session, students will learn and explore new ways of thinking through adventures in Yates VR Academy, Zen Circle XR, or Helios VR platforms for an immersive, family-friendly entertainment experience at an affordable price point. Book now | Adult Drop-in Programs 19y+ On now Don't let the rain ruin your fun! Join us inside for weekly drop-in sports like pickleball and badminton at Brennan Park Recreation Centre, volleyball at Howe Sound Secondary School and indoor soccer at Garibaldi Highlands Elementary School. Book now | Call for Volunteer Bus Drivers On now Are you looking for a fun and meaningful way to give back to your community? We're looking for volunteer bus drivers for our monthly seniors bus trips! Our bus drivers are invited to join the adventure and have a meal on us! A minimum commitment of one bus trip monthly and a Class 4 licence is required. Inquire now | | Legal Advocacy Drop-In October 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Legal Advocacy Program offers free advocacy support and assistance to financially restricted individuals and families in Squamish including public education, information, guidance, and support during mediations in areas such as human rights disputes, tenancy disputes, and formal appeals for Income Assistance Benefits and referral services. The program offers community service providers and a Legal Advocate at the library once a month. Drop-in conversations or appointments are welcome. Learn more | How to be a Cartoonist with Doug Savage October 27, 7 - 8p.m. Doug Savage, creator of the online comic Savage Chickens and the graphic novel series Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy, will tell you everything you need to know to become a cartoonist. From brainstorming ideas to developing your characters, from promoting your work to working with publishers and agents, Doug will tell you everything he knows about getting into the comics business (and making sure you have plenty of fun along the way!) Learn more | Teddybear Storytime and Craft with Julie November 9, 5 - 5:30 p.m. Join Julie for an evening storytime and craft session. This monthly program is for all ages (parents must attend too). Feel free to wear your jammies and bring your favourite stuffie. Registration is required for each storytime and opens at 9 a.m. every Sunday. Learn more | | | | | |
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