When: August 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Brennan Park Recreation Centre Auditorium What's accepted? - Small appliances in good working order or in need of minor repair.
- Large appliances in good working order.
- Furniture, household items, garden tools, sports equipment, pet accessories, and seasonal items in reasonable condition.
What's not accepted? - TVs, computers, printers, VCRs (recycle these at the Bottle Depot).
- Toys and other kids’ accessories (there will be a specific kid’s swap in November).
- Fabrics and clothing (there will be a clothing and book swap in October).
- Books, music, games (there will be a clothing and book swap in October).
- Mattresses (recycle these at the landfill).
- Items broken or damaged beyond repair.
Please note: Folks will be asked to self-sort. Volunteers will be on-site to help find the right location for items. Items need to be clean and in working order. We are unable to accept broken or dirty items. Due to the forecasted rain, space for furniture will be limited, and we will accept items on a first come, first-served basis. Furniture will be placed outside under canopy tents. Once the space if full, we will no longer be able to accept additional furniture. Drop-off begins at 9 am. We can only accept items that fit in the categories described. Drop off items will ONLY be accepted between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is organized by the District of Squamish and the Squamish Climate Action Network to advance a circular economy and reduce avoidable waste. | The winning designs are now available to purchase as pre-reviewed plans from the winning architect/designer listed. Building permit applications that are submitted with pre-reviewed plans will be placed in a priority sequence ahead of other ADU and suite applications. To view the winning designs and learn more about building an ADU with pre-reviewed plans on your property, visit squamish.ca/adu-design-competition | The District of Squamish Economic Development office is excited to launch the Trailblazer Micro-Grants and Circular Economy Innovation Challenge! These initiatives are designed to support businesses and non-profits in their transition to sustainable circular operations. Micro-Grants and Innovation Challenge guides are available to provide organizations with detailed information on each program, assist in preparing applications and learning more about evaluation criteria.
The application deadline for both programs is September 27, 2024. | TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN SURVEY | Have you taken the Transporation Master Plan Survey?
Your experiences, challenges and ideas matter to us. By taking the survey we can better understand how the transporation system supports community objectives and future growth. Join the conversation by providing valuable feedback in shaping the future of transportation in Squamish. Enter your email address at the end of this survey to win one of three prizes: AirPods or a $150 gift card to a local business. Deadline to take the survey is September 15. | NOTICE OF TRAFFIC AND NOISE IMPACTS | DISCOVERY TRAIL CLOSURE
Crews will be conducting ditch remediation work between Monday, August 26 to Friday, August 30 at the intersection of Industrial Way and Highway 99. Work will be staged over the coming weeks. SOIL REMOVAL WORK
Crews will be working on a project to remove hydrocarbon contaminated soil at 39619 Galbraith Avenue. Work is targeted to complete September 10. Work will mostly occur within bylaw hours but will be starting as early as 2 a.m. and finishing as late as 6 p.m. Work will not be occurring on the weekend. SECOND AVENUE TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Crews will require a road closure along Second Avenue between Victoria and Winnipeg Street from Wednesday, August 28 from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. The sidewalk on the west side will remain accessible during this time. | FORTIS BC PROJECT
Fortis BC is conducting pre-construction activities along Finch Drive and Industrial Way. Crews will be undertaking work to help identify the location of existing underground utilities in preparation for construction of the Eagle Mountain gas pipeline. This work will result in single-lane alternating traffic along Finch Drive and Industrial Way. Work is anticipated to occur from mid-August into September. ARC'TERYX CLIMB ACADEMY
Cleveland Avenue will be closed between Victoria and Main Street from Thursday, August 22 to Sunday, August 25. Expect busier-than-usual pedestrian traffic in this area. DOWNTOWN TRAFFIC ISLAND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance work will take place along Cleveland Avenue on Monday, August 26, starting at 6 a.m. The downtown cleanup will resume on Thursday, August 28, starting at 5 a.m. Please note that lane closures in effect during this work. Watch for traffic control and crews while travelling during this time. | | JOIN THE SQUAMISH YOUTH COUNCIL | Are you between the ages of 14 -24 and passionate about making a difference in your community? The Squamish Youth Council is your chance to step up, be heard, and shape the future of Squamish!
Whether it’s recommending new projects, deciding how to allocate funding for youth initiatives, or launching your own projects – you’ll have the power to create real change. Applications are now open until Friday, September 20, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to make your mark. | | WE ARE A BEAR SMART COMMUNITY | Photo above captured by Brian Aikens in the Garibaldi Highlands community during morning garbage pick-up. Stay Safe and Keep Bears Wild with These Tips! - Always use locks to secure residential garbage and organic totes at all times.
- Place totes curbside between 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. only on collection day - never the night before.
- Rinse all recycling material to eliminate food residue and reduce odours.
- Pick fruit as it ripens, and don’t let it collect on the ground.
- Keep barbecues clean and grease-free by burning for an extra five minutes after removing food and by cleaning barbecue tools.
- Move fridges and freezers indoors, or lock them.
- Chat with your neighbours about managing their attractants.
This list is not exhaustive, but it’s a good start to ensure that wildlife can move through our community without being attracted to non-natural food sources. For wildlife sightings and encounters, please call the Conservation Officer Service 24-hour hotline at: 1-877-952-7277. | Tire Stewardship BC is hosting a free tire collection event on Saturday, August 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kal Tire! Please visit 38925 Production Way, Unit #1 to drop off your on-and off-rim tires (residential quantities only). | | Welcome Back to The 55! Fall is here, bringing the return of our full programming after our summer break. Join us on Tuesday, September 10 to discover the exciting updates we've made to make your centre more welcoming and engaging. Stay tuned for more details on our Open House! | STAGE 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT | Stage 2 divides the community into seven areas, each with ONE designated day to water with a sprinkler. Make sure to check your watering day and the designated watering times for even and odd addresses. | | LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS | WATERMAIN UPGRADE ON GOVERNMENT ROAD Crews are working toward finishing a watermain upgrade on Government Road, which will result in a disruption to water service on Tuesday, August 27 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the following streets: Depot Road, Faith Road, Hope Road, Birken Road, Rayburn Road, Bracken Park Way, Government Road, Cypress Road, Parkwood Place, and Axen Road. Residents, please look out for a hand-delivered notice to your home. We apologize for the inconvenience! | It’s been an amazing summer at Brennan Park! As the season winds down, we want to express our gratitude to our incredible Camp and Program Leaders, Lifeguards, Maintenance team, volunteers, and, of course, you – the community. The Fall Program Guide 2024 is Now Online! Discover everything Recreation and Culture has to offer this fall, featuring a wide range of programs and activities for all ages. Go for a skate, swim, or learn a new skill. Registration begins August 28 at 8 a.m., so take a look and plan your season with us! Ice Arena is Now Open! Facility rentals, Youth Stick & Puck, Parent & Child Hockey, and Adult Drop-In are now available for online bookings. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard on this project. We look forward to seeing you on the ice soon! Annual Pool Closure The annual Brennan Park pool closure will take place between Wednesday, September 4 to Saturday, October 5. Be sure to come for a swim before these dates! Limited Parking Visitor parking will be limited on Saturday, August 24 between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. due to the Mini Re-Use-Fair. |
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