June 28, 2024

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Tuesday, July 2:

Committee of the Whole Meeting at 2 p.m.

Regular Business Meeting at 6 p.m.

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HOLIDAY HOURS

Please note Municipal Hall is closed Canada Day - Monday, July 1.

See the rest of the District Holiday hours below.

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COMMUNITY POP UP JUNE 29

Recent community input indicated where perceived road safety concerns exist around Squamish. Now we need your feedback on speed limits in specific areas and roads in Squamish.

What is the “just right zone” between speed and safety? Complete our new survey to share your thoughts!

  • Or, stop by our pop-up this Saturday June 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Junction Park to share your input.

Take our Online Survey

LAST CHANCE FOR COMMUNITY PRIORITIES SURVEY

Have you shared your community priorities relating to relating to development of the 2025-29 financial plan? Our survey closes Tuesday, July 2 at 10 a.m.

Help us better understand what you care most about, and share your insight around how our budget decisions could shape our community.

Take our Online Survey

LAST CHANCE TO PAY PROPERTY TAX AND UTILITIES PAYMENTS WITHOUT PENALTY

Avoid penalty and don’t miss Tuesday’s deadline for Property Tax and Utilities payments

A 5% penalty will be added to any amount outstanding after July 2, 2024, including any unclaimed Home Owner Grant. A second 5% penalty will be applied after July 31, 2024.

If you have questions about your property taxes or utilities, please contact Financial Services at 604.815.5035.

See the list below for ways to pay, as well as reminders to ensure your payment is received on time.
  1. In person at Municipal Hall , 37955 Second Avenue. Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note that Municipal hall is CLOSED Monday, July 1 for Canada Day, and payments cannot be made in person on Monday.
  2. Online or telephone banking. TIP: Some financial institutions hold payments before sending them to us or are in different time zones. Avoid the risk of penalty by paying 2 to 3 business days before the due date.
  3. Drop box -Deposit a cheque in the yellow drop box at the Municipal Hall front entrance. DO NOT put cash in the drop box. No post-dated cheques.

Still need to apply for your home owner grant?

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Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Squamish Together: A Celebration of Community

The second annual ‘Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Squamish Together: A Celebration of Community’ event is Monday, July 1 at Junction Park from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. This event will include food and beverage, cultural performances and the ‘X̱ex̱e7énaḵ Creators Together Market’ along Cleveland Avenue in Downtown Squamish.

Please expect the following:

  • Cleveland Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic between Victoria and Main Streets from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m
  • Accessible parking will be available across from Municipal Hall on 2nd Ave.
  • Minimal noise impact for sound testing during set up between 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.

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WAITLIST OPENS JULY 3 FOR NEW VALLEYCLIFFE CHILDCARE CENTRE

On July 3, the new municipally-owned Mén̓mens ta smánit Childcare Centre, operated by Sea to Sky Community Services, will begin accepting waitlist applications for 12 infant/toddler spaces and 24 group care spaces.

Learn more about this new childcare centre and apply through the link below.

 

 

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COMMUNITY NOTICES

ROAD PAINTING

The annual road painting refresh program is underway. The purpose of this program is to enhance driving safety, and work will be occurring in all Squamish neighbourhoods.

Road line painting will start as early as June 26, depending on your location.

All work is expected to be completed by July 5.

The crew will be working at night to limit traffic impacts. Impacts will include noise, traffic delays, and paint odours where the crew is working.

Please exercise caution near the work zones and watch for wet paint.

WESTERN TOADLET MIGRATION SEASON

The western toadlet migration has begun. Tiny western toadlets are travelling en masse from their Garibaldi Springs breeding ponds into the Garibaldi Highlands forests. During their two-week migration, they will cross most of the trails circled the map. See the map attatched, or by following the link below.

Their mass migration and sensitivity to disturbance makes our responsible use of trails critical to their survival. Please avoid use of these trails during this important phase of their lifecycle.

Western toads population is under threat from habitat loss and climate change. Help support our local western toad population by making alternative trail choices.

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DON'T LOVE IT TO DEATH

Know your impacts. Respect and protect wild places. Find solutions at Don't Love It to Death.

2025 PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTION APPLICATIONS

The District of Squamish is now accepting applications for Permissive Tax Exemptions. Section 224 of the Community Charter and the requirements of the District of Squamish Permissive Tax Exemption policy apply.

If your organization can demonstrate eligibility, you are welcome to apply for an exemption. The application and policy are available online. The deadline to apply is July 31, 2024, for exemptions beginning for the 2025 taxation year.

For more information, please contact us at 604.892.5217.

STAGE 1 WATER RESTRICTIONS REMAIN IN EFFECT

Stage 1 Outdoor Water Use restrictions allow for lawn watering two days per week between 4 and 10 a.m., and 7 and 10 p.m. on Thursday and Sunday for odd-numbered addresses, and Wednesday and Saturday for even-numbered addresses.

In Stage 1, a permit is required to water new sod/seeded lawns. Once Stage 2 is in effect permits will no longer be issued. Call Public Works at 604.815.6868 to obtain a free Outdoor Water Use permit to support additional watering to establish new lawns.

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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

• 1189/1201 Wilson Crescent - Development Permit
• Garibaldi Springs Phase 3 - 2100 Newport Ridge Drive - Development Permit

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LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

Work to upgrade and repair select watermains throughout Squamish has begun:

  • July: Government Road/Axen Road
  • August: Thunderbird Ridge near Glacier View Drive

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Know Before You Go: Check out the Summer Schedule for the pool

Summer hours are here! Please check the schedule before you come to the pool.

Summer Schedule

Pool Closure June 29
The pool and showers will be closed for staff training on Saturday, June 29 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. 

Canada Day Hours

Brennan Park: Public Swim July 1: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The 55 Activity Centre: Saturday, June 29, Sunday, June 30. Monday, July 1: CLOSED

Summer Hours at the 55
Tuesday to Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday and Monday - CLOSED

Sensory Swim
Sensory Swim Sessions run Sundays from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. starting on July 7.

Summer Camps Start Tuesday, July 2

There are still spots available for select Summer Camps. Check out the options below!

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Leap

Participants will learn about the world around them through activities, exploration, movement, and play. Teaching children healthy habits through socialization and movement skills, while participating in fun activities!

  • Mad scientist: July 8-12
  • Little Sport Stars: July 15-19
  • Space Rangers: July 22-26
  • T-Rex Trekkers: July 29- Aug 2

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Check out the Summer Program Guide

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