NEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEBSITE LAUNCHED |
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The District of Squamish has launched a new online presence to attract and facilitate economic investment and local job growth focused on developing three key areas of the Squamish economy: the green economy, outdoor recreation technology and design, and sustainable tourism and hospitality. The site aims to target local job growth through outside investment and support for local business expansion by providing improved access to resources, information and data. The website features an enhanced user-friendly experience and reflects Squamish’s unique appeal as the ultimate lifestyle destination.
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REPAIR CAFE` VOLUNTEERS NEEDED |
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The Repair Café returns to Brennan Park Recreation Centre on Saturday, April 23! Volunteers are needed in order to make this event a success. If you can sew, tune, make or fix and would like to lend a hand at this community event, please let us know by emailing Sustainability Outreach Coordinator Jeff Wint and tell us how you can help!
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PROJECTS AND INITIATIVES UPDATES |
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Infrastructure work progressing on the Jimmy Jimmy (Judd) Slough
The latest upgrades to the Jimmy Jimmy (Judd) Slough was the removal of an old, abandoned culvert buried within the Squamish River dike and replaced with a properly constructed culvert. This new culvert will provide a fresh source of water to the slough and improve fish habitat while also improving flood protection to Brackendale.
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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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INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT AND PLANNING: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW |
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Key Takeaway: The District invests millions of dollars each year in infrastructure planning and renewal to meet and sustain the needs of the community now and into the future. This work is guided by 15 Master Plans to help us prioritize our infrastructure investments, maintenance and replacement through 2049.
Key Facts: The District invested $43,477,930 on critical infrastructure replacement, active transportation, preventative maintenance, flood protection and capacity upgrades in 2021.
- 2022 Capital Projects by Numbers:
Projects include:
- New Public Works Facility ($11.25M)
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade ($10.2M)
- New Fire Hall ($6M)
- Water Reservoir ($4M)
- Xwu’nekw Park Sea Dike ($3.8M)
- Phase One Brennan Park Recreation Centre upgrade ($3M, dependent upon successful $11.8M grant application)
Click on the images below to see key investments over recent years:
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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. Learn more about how we are working to ensure an inclusive, accessible, safe, healthy, vibrant and working waterfront for all. |
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We are 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. |
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RECYCLING TIP OF THE WEEK |
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Do you have a stack of books you need to recycle or donate?
If the local second-hand stores are not able to take them, bring them to the book bin located at the Squamish Landfill. The bin is located on the left-hand side, before the scale. Do not put books in your curbside recycling.
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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS |
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Cemetery maintenance - Ornament removal required by March 31.
To allow for annual grounds maintenance at Mount Garibaldi Cemetery, please remove artificial plants and flowers and any ornamentation (such as statues or angels and loose objects such as rocks, glass or metal items) from the grave marker by March 31 as per Schedule D of the Mount Garibaldi Cemetery Ornamentation and Planting
Policy.
Items not removed before March 31 will be moved by staff and placed at the main gates for two weeks. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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New dates added! FireSmart™ Home Ignition Assessments
District of Squamish Paradise Valley Residents now have more opportunities to get their free FireSmart™ Home Ignition Zone Assessment with new dates now available until April 13. Residents of Garibaldi Highlands and Valleycliffe have the opportunity to book their assessments for March 31, April 1, and April 2.
These neighbourhoods have been identified in the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) as having an increased risk of wildfire - Don't miss out on this opportunity to receive in-person recommendations from a local FireSmart™ Representative on how to help reduce your home/property wildfire risk.
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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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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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Latest additions to the Development Showcase:
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UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS
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There are no scheduled meetings next week.
Council meetings will resume April 5.
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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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Check out our full range of parent & tot, preschool, youth, school-age and adult programs and activities, now open for registration.
Introducing a new way to showcase our programs and activities - Everything you need to know about programs, online registration, account creation and more in one very convenient online guide.
Mondays, April 4 - May 2, 4 - 6:15 p.m.
Riders will develop their mountain biking skills in a fun and safe environment while being supported by their coaches and peers. We will explore a variety of trails that are appropriate for the groups' overall riding ability.
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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. |
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!
Friday, April 8, and Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The library is now accepting donations of books in good condition. Proceeds of the sale support the Squamish Library (cash only).
Tuesday, April 12, 6 p.m. (online)
Use your ideas, thoughts, dreams, and wishes to create a vision board. Led by Expressive Arts Practitioner Jill Dawson Nowack. Materials provided.
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