June 23, 2023

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Joint Committee of the Whole of the Council of the District of Squamish and School District 48

Tuesday, June 27 at 9 a.m.

Committee of the Whole

Tuesday, June 27 at 11:30 a.m.

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CATEGORY 1 CAMPFIRE BAN LIFTED IN DISTRICT OF SQUAMISH

The District of Squamish joined the Coastal Fire Centre this week in rescinding its ban on all Category 1 campfires. 

The Category 2, and Category 3 open fire bans remain prohibited in addition to the following activities:

  • Fireworks;
  • Sky Lanterns;
  • Burn Barrels or Burn Cages of any size or description;
  • Binary Exploding Targets;
  • Air curtain burners;
  • Tiki and similar kind of torches; and
  • Chimineas.

All current backyard campfire permits are reinstated and new permit applications will be accepted while the fire ban is not in effect. A Fire Permit is required in order to have a backyard fire. Please be reminded that lighting a fire in any public space such as riverbanks, parks and beaches is strictly prohibited within the District of Squamish boundaries.

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ALL AGES AND ABILITIES TRANSPORTATION ROUTE STUDY ON LET’S TALK SQUAMISH

The District of Squamish is exploring options for an all ages and abilities (AAA) bike route from downtown to Brackendale, on the west side of the highway. An AAA bike route is designed to meet the needs of more cyclists than a standard bike lane. It feels safe and comfortable for all users, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and new riders.

We need your input as we determine the best route, and to help identify which cycling facility types will make the route most comfortable for all riders. Please provide your input by taking our survey or showing us where you need to get to using the mapping tool.

Participate now!

PROPERTY TAX AND UTILITIES ARE DUE TUESDAY JULY 4

Please note, all tax and utilities notices have been mailed. If you have not yet received your notice, please call Financial Services at 604.815.5035. Online payment methods are preferred, however, in-person payments by cheque, cash or debit may be made at Municipal Hall between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Please note Municipal Hall will be closed on Monday, July 3.

COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Coyote sightings at Brennan Park Recreation Centre

Caution signs have been installed at Brennan Park Recreation Centre to warn the public of a coyote in the area. Please keep children close to adult supervision when on the centre grounds, and staff are asking that dogs are not left tied up outside.

If you encounter a coyote, make yourself appear large, maintain eye contact and speak or shout in a low, firm voice. If the coyote is aggressive and pursues you, do not turn your back or run. Throw rocks and arm yourself with a stick. Pick up any small children and back away slowly. NEVER approach and NEVER feed wild animals

Report coyote sightings to the Conservation Officer Service at 1-877-952-RAPP (7277).

Downtown Squamish maintenance notice

Please note Cleveland Avenue traffic island maintenance will be taking place from Monday, June 26 to Wednesday, June 28 from 5 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m.

Lane closures will be in effect while the work is being completed. Please watch for traffic control and crews during this time.

Thank you for your patience.

Filming and Events: LOCAL IMPACTS

  • Please expect higher traffic congestion along Logger's Lane on Saturday, June 24 due to the Squamish Beer Festival. Residents attending the event are encouraged to use active transportation or take advantage of BC Transit's free weekend service for their transport to and from the event. 

INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

Pioneer Way Phase 2

Work in front of the Sandman Hotel from Discovery Way to Aspen Road resumes this week. Active construction paused while soil ‘preload’ was placed and given a few months to help the ground compress and settle, which will create the base for the new road.

Impacts: The Discovery Trail will continue to be detoured while work is underway. Please follow detour signage.

Timeline: through August 2023.
 

New and featured among the many District infrastructure improvements about town:

 

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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

There are no latest additions to the Development Review this week. 

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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Youth Pool Takeover 

June 24

Youth Night is coming up on Saturday 24 at the Brennan Park Aquatic Centre! Pack your swimsuit, bring your friends, and come hang out amongst fellow Squamish youth for a great night!

 

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Junior Coding & Robotics: Climate Solutions Camp|7-9 yrs

July 10-14

Calling future tech stars! Master coding concepts such as sequencing, loops, events, functions, and conditionals with hands-on coding challenges featuring our delightful Dash robots. Learn to use engineering design thinking and computer coding to solve climate problems and make a positive change in our global environment!

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Bus Trips 55+ Choose your Own Adventure

July 12, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Next stop: White Rock Pier

The White Rock Pier is famous for it's unique history and beautiful views! Stroll down the 470m pier or walk along the promenade while enjoying some ice cream or locally caught fish and chips. Other options for activities nearby are:

  • White Rock Museum and Archives
  • White Rock Gallery
  • White Rock Totem Poles
  • A collection of breweries and restaurants!

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BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • WAITLIST NOTIFICATIONS: Summer Camps are popular and often fill up quickly. If you are on the waitlist and are offered a space in a program, you will be contacted by automated email. Customers have a maximum of 48 hours to accept or decline before it is automatically declined and offered to the next waitlisted person.
  • RECREATION SERVICES FIELD USER REQUESTS: The request deadline is June 30 for Centennial Fields, Hendrickson, Artificial Turf Field, and Howe Sound Community Field. Learn more here.
  • STEAM ROOM CLOSURE: The steam room remains closed at this time due to a repair that is underway. Thank you for your patience.

COMING UP AT THE LIBRARY

Summer Reading Club Event Series

Event Series: Journey Through Time

This July and August, we are hosting weekly Summer Reading Club events every Wednesday at the library. Events are designed for school children (ages 6 – 12). All events are free and everyone is welcome. (You don’t have to be registered for the Summer Reading Club to join these events.) Please register for each event individually

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Guided Bat Walk with Felix Martinez

July 12, 8:30 – 10 p.m.

Join the library after hours on a guided bat walk in the estuary with wildlife biologist Felix Martinez! Bats come out at dusk, and we will meet before the sun goes down to learn about bats, their habitat, and acoustics. You’ll have the opportunity to learn how to use one of the library’s bat detectors, too! This event is free and everyone who can stay up late is welcome. 

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Guided Bird Walk

July 18, 9 – 11 a.m.

Join the library on a guided bird walk in the estuary with local birder Tiffany Brunke! This event is free and all are welcome. Participants will be standing and walking on some gravel trails. If you have binoculars, bring them along! We’ll have a limited number of binoculars to borrow if needed.

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