October 13, 2023
 

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Special Business Meeting

Tuesday, October 17 at 9:30 a.m.

Regular Meeting of the Council

Tuesday, October 17 at  6 p.m.

 

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LET'S TALK BUDGET!

The District of Squamish is creating your next municipal budget for 2024-2028.

Tune in to the Committee of the Whole on October 17 where District staff will provide a medium-term view of the District’s operating costs, capital plan, tax rate and utility rate impacts. Follow along and stay tuned for public engagement opportunities!

 

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THE NEXT DROP-IN CHAT WITH THE MAYOR IS OCTOBER 18

Please join Mayor Armand Hurford with fellow Squamish residents at Municipal Hall for some insight into the new Strategic Plan. All are welcome! Snacks will be provided. RSVP is encouraged to: communications@squamish.ca

When: Wednesday, October 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Where: Municipal Hall, 37955 Second Avenue

SQUAMISH COMMUNITY HOUSING SOCIETY UPDATE

The Squamish Community Housing Society has appointed Sarah Ellis as its new Executive Director and has launched its first strategic plan, with four strategic pillars that will guide the work of the organization in coming years.

This year’s focus will be leveraging resources to bring housing to the community and working toward creating a centralized hub for accessing housing and other housing-related resources in Squamish. SCHS is also currently accepting applications to fill seats for two additional Board Directors, and seeking community input in a housing survey, open until December 1.

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The District of Squamish is seeking elector approval to finance portions of the following projects through an Alternative Approval Process (AAP):

  • Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion and Improvements – a major upgrade resulting in new post-disaster infrastructure that will increase seismic and flood resiliency and improve overall plant performance.
  • Jimmy Jimmy (Judd) Slough Dike Upgrade – a high-priority project to raise the local standard of protection for the Squamish River dike beyond provincial standards.
  • Fire Hall No. 2 – one of three critical facilities prioritized for immediate replacement in the 2019 Real Estate and Facilities Master Plan that will serve as the second of two fire halls with the capacity to staff full-time crews in the future.
  • The Oceanfront Peninsula Main Road (R-20) –a multi-year, multi-phase road construction project connecting the Oceanfront Peninsula to Downtown Squamish and the rest of the community.

Long-term borrowing is a useful tool for municipalities that spreads the cost of large projects over the life of the project and allows today’s taxpayers – as well as future taxpayers – to pay for it.

  • If you are NOT OPPOSED to these bylaws, you do not need to submit any forms.
  • If you are OPPOSED to one or more of these bylaws, please complete the related Elector Response Form and submit it to the District no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 23, 2023.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

The Repair Café is BACK this Saturday!

Due to popular demand, Squamish's Repair Café will return this fall at The 55 Activity Centre on Saturday, October 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bring your broken item to the Repair Café whether it's missing buttons, a crooked stool, a broken photo frame or jewelry with a wacky clasp, where our skilled volunteers will help you through the repair for free!

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Annual watermain flushing

Watermain flushing began in Squamish on October 9. 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.

Timeframe: Through mid-November.

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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Community Clothing and Book Swap

Do you have some clean clothes or books that you don’t need anymore? Hoping to stock up for your fall reading list? Want to find new hidden treasures? Come to the 2023 Clothing and Book Swap!

When: Saturday, October 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: The 55 Activity Centre

This event is a Zero Waste initiative by the District of Squamish.

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Zero Waste Workshop: Upcycling with Papier-mâché

Do you have a picture frame, mirror, or lamp lying around the house that needs a bit of sprucing up?

Come join us at the Squamish Welcome Centre for a workshop dedicated to giving items you already own a new life.

Bring your own if you have them, but we will also have some items ready! This is a crafting and upcycling event for the whole family – kids are very welcome and encouraged to join this workshop.

When: Saturday, October 28, 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Squamish Welcome Centre (38027 Cleveland Avenue)

Reserve your spot

FILM AND EVENTS NOTICES

  • An event permit has been issued for Neighbourhood Craft on October 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 pm. at 38174 Cleveland Avenue. Please note that parking will be unavailable from 8 a.m.  
  • A Noise Permit has been issued for a private event on Buckley Avenue on October 13 from 10 to 11:59 p.m. Notification letters have been distributed to surrounding neighbours.

ZERO WASTE TIP OF THE WEEK

Nursery trays, flowerpots, and plastic plant pots don’t have to end up in the landfill. Plastic plant pots can be recycled and go in your blue recycling tote. If you no longer need these items, please clean, rinse, and dry them before putting them in your blue recycling tote.

 

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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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Nordic Walking

October 19, 20
8-9:15 a.m.

Meet new friends while enjoying the outdoors on local Squamish Trails! The course will begin with a warmup to loosen up the muscles, followed by a short and simple walk around the Brennan Park trails, finished with a cool down and stretch. Bring your own poles if you have them; otherwise, they will be provided. This class will take place rain or shine.

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Flower Bouquet

October 26, 9:30-11 a.m.

Come join professional florist Bernadette and create your very own fresh seasonal flower bouquet to take home. Students must supply their own vase. Registration closes one week before the workshop.

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Come try pickleball!

All ladies club: Looking to gain some confidence in your play? Female-identifying players, this is your opportunity to practice, fine tune your skills and have fun!

Skills & Drills: Our Pickleball instructional sessions are led by our professional contract instructor Jesse Fletcher. Learn to play and/or advance your skills with drills and active play! **Registration is required for this session!

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BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • No current notices. 

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