DISTRICT SEEKS COMMUNITY INPUT FOR A PERMANENT PARKS PROGRAM |
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The District of Squamish is seeking community feedback to help inform a new park use program that will make it simple for businesses and non-profit organizations to book and use District park space in Squamish. The park use program will allow local businesses and non-profit organizations to offer a range of outdoor programming, events and experiences in District parks including fitness programming, education services, arts and culture experiences, mental health services, family programming and retail pop-ups.
The District is seeking input from:
- Park users;
- Residents who live near a park;
- Businesses or non-profit organizations who used park space through the Temporary Park Use Program;
- Business or non-profit organizations who want to use park space; or
- Businesses located near a park.
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FULL STORY: GARIBALDI SPRINGS PARK |
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The District of Squamish is working to clarify facts to ensure the community benefits from the full story following an anonymous social media campaign containing misinformation surrounding Garibaldi Springs Park. |
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Key Takeaway:
Garibaldi Springs Park will be a significant park that will benefit the entire community, and so for that reason, the costs of maintaining this amenity will be shared equally amongst Squamish residents. This is consistent in the approach to the under-construction Oceanfront Park at the tip of the oceanfront peninsula.
Key Facts:
- Strata homeowners do not typically pay for maintenance of large public parks such as the planned Garibaldi Springs Park (unlike small private pocket parks ), this is the responsibility of local governments;
- Community park dedication is common practice. The same will apply to any future residential areas if and when they are developed;
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The annual park maintenance costs of Garibaldi Springs Park will be offset through the added general tax revenue from this development;
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The developer is funding the annual maintenance costs in the early years until taxpayers are living in this area; and
- Council considered various options to fund annual maintenance costs and ultimately chose the option that provided the most benefits.
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CAPILANO UNIVERSITY SETS ITS SIGHTS ON SQUAMISH |
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Capilano University announced this week it has entered into a purchase agreement with Oceanfront Squamish. The University will pay $5 million for the purchase of two acres of waterfront property in the Oceanfront Squamish development.
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LEARN MORE AT SQUAMISH.CA |
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Industrial Way Storm Interceptor Project
Upgrades to the storm water system at the intersection of Industrial Way and Highway 99 will take place this summer. Work includes installation of an oil grit separator (OGS). The OGS captures hydrocarbons and grit from road run off and other sources for the Industrial Way storm water catchment. An OGS mitigates the risks of accidental oil spills entering the storm system. The receiving ditch is classified as a highly productive habitat, and protection of this sensitive habitat is a high priority for the District. This new infrastructure helps protect the environment and reduces future ditch rehabilitation.
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The District is seeking expressions of interest to lease up to 4,000ft2 of commercial space and 833ft2 of patio space. It is the District's intention that these potential new leases will not only optimize this commercial asset by improving its operational efficiency, but also provide the opportunity to refresh and enhance Squamish’s only purpose-built tourism centre. Any level of interest is welcomed.
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WHAT'S ON AT LET'S TALK SQUAMISH
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The District of Squamish is conducting a Downtown Marine Access Review to assess community ocean access needs, coordinate marine access areas and infrastructure, and improve ocean access for all marine users.
Advancing actions in the 2018 Marine Action Strategy, the review aims to the review aims to: Learn more about how we are working to ensure an inclusive, accessible, safe, healthy, vibrant and working waterfront for all.
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RECYCLING TIP OF THE WEEK |
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Are your used beverage containers weighing your down? Return them all including ready-to-drink milk and milk alternative containers, to the Squamish Bottle Depot! And if you are in a rush, sign up for Express Return. Return-It Express is the simple and convenient way to return your beverage containers for a refund! With Express, you no longer need to spend time counting and sorting your containers - just bag them and drop them off at the Squamish Bottle Depot, 15-38927 Queens Way.
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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS |
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Mamquam Road construction update
Work on the sidewalk and bike path improvements are currently underway. This work is anticipated to be complete by June, weather depending.
Please expect parking disruptions (some parking will always be available), minor traffic disruptions, and construction noise.
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February transit pass refunds
Refunds are available to residents who purchased February transit passes.
Please bring your February pass to the Municipal Hall main reception desk between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to request a refund cheque by mail.
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Notice of grant of assistance – storage containers
Pursuant to Section 24 of the Community Charter, the Council of the District of Squamish hereby gives notice of its intention to grant assistance to Squamish Men’s Shed by allowing the use of land at 1010 Centennial Way for three years for one dollar per annum for the purposes of storing equipment for community recreation events and initiatives.
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North Crumpit Housing panel presentation + Q&A
On March 9, the North Crumpit project team hosted a housing panel presentation and Q&A. The presentation information such as the results of their second survey and Market Needs Assessment and Absorption Study, The presentation can be viewed on their website here. |
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Last call for artists!
Submissions to the Squamish Street Banner Project will close on Monday, March 21. If you would like to see your artwork featured on the streets of Squamish, follow the link below to apply. Artists in any media are encouraged to submit street banner design proposals.
The successful artist will receive $2,000.
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Public art installation
The final poem of “It’s Raining Poetry” was installed outside the Littlest Bookshop at 38033 Second Avenue. The poem appears on the pavement when it rains - make sure to check it out before it disappears!
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Latest additions to the Development Showcase:
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UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS
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Tuesday, March 22 at 10 a.m.
Tuesday, March 22 at 1 p.m.
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Did you know? All Council Meeting videos are available with closed captioning. Closed captioning is available through Chrome browsers as a built-in feature that allows users to turn on Live Caption for media within the Chrome environment. Live Caption is only available in English and only in Chrome.
To turn on Live Caption:
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Tuesday, March 22 & 29 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
You ain't got a thing if you ain't got that swing! Learn to swing dance, learn west coast swing, and more. Brand new beginners and up are welcome. No partner required. We rotate partners during classes, with 25 years of experience; we make anyone feeling nervous comfortable within seconds. Our enthusiasm and passion is contagious. You’ll be glad you started!
Spring program registration - save the date!
Spring Programs are coming soon! Spring Programs launch online on March 21. Registration begins Wednesday, March 23 at 8 a.m.
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The library has extended its opening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 7 p.m.! For more information and library hours, visit squamishlibrary.ca. |
Visit the Squamish Library this Spring Break for some great activities including a bookmark contest, bingo and board games - or get a library card and check out books, games, puzzles and more!
Thursday, March 24, 7 p.m. (online)
In March, the community book club will be discussing the book See No Stranger by Valarie Kaur. Everyone is welcome to attend. The library has copies on a first-come-first-served basis.
Join us for half an hour as we read books, sing songs, dance, and much more. Sessions for both families of all ages and special times just for babies, where you can meet other new parents/ caregivers, have fun and help your baby develop a love of books and reading!
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