NOTICE OF TRAFFIC IMPACTS DOWNTOWN |
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Residents and visitors of Squamish please note the following traffic impacts due to the Squamish Loggers Sports Festival:
- A general higher volume of traffic in and around the Loggers East and Downtown areas of Squamish from Friday, July 29 to Sunday, July 31.
- Cleveland Avenue will be closed between Pemberton Avenue and Victoria Street on Friday, July 29 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. to accommodate the Bed Races at 6 p.m.
- Cleveland Avenue will be closed between Pemberton Avenue and Victoria Street on Sunday, July 31 from 6 am to 12 pm to accommodate the Loggers Sports Festival Parade and Squamish Street Market.
Drivers should be aware of increased pedestrians and cyclists in these areas during the festival events.
Thank you for your patience!
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WHAT'S ON AT LET'S TALK SQUAMISH |
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Let's Talk Budget 2023
Each year, the District prepares a Five-Year Financial Plan to deliver services and programs to support Squamish today and into the future. The Financial Plan impacts us all, everyday. Each time you turn on a tap, visit a District park, or walk down a street, you are seeing the budget at work.
We are seeking community feedback throughout the process to better understand public priorities.
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Heritage Management Strategy
The District of Squamish is creating a Heritage Management Strategy that will aim to identify and manage the stories, places, and values that have shaped Squamish and will guide decisions about protecting heritage assets in Squamish.
With this strategy, the District is working to integrate heritage values into community planning.
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DISTRICT COUNCIL RESUMES SEPTEMBER 8 |
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Please note there are no scheduled meetings in August 2022.
Council meetings will resume on September 6.
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Did you know? All Council Meeting videos are available with closed captioning. Learn more here. |
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STAGE 2 OUTDOOR WATER USE RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT |
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FROM THE BUILDERS' CORNER |
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Please have your building permit number ready
Due to recent technology improvements and increased volume of permit applications, the District of Squamish Building Department now requires a civic address and building permit number when booking inspections or calling the Building Department regarding a building permit. This information is also required to be included and must also be required in the subject line when emailing submissions related to a building permit.
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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS |
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Notice of Elector Alternative Approval Process
The District of Squamish is seeking elector approval to finance a new Public Works Facility through an Alternative Approval Process (AAP). To minimize taxpayer impact, the District proposes to use long-term borrowing to finance the project and pay it back over 20 years so future taxpayers help cover the cost.
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District now accepting applications for Permissive Tax Exemptions
Permissive Tax Exemptions are a method that the District of Squamish, supported by Council, may support voluntary non-profit organizations by exempting land or improvements or both, from taxation under section 224 of the Community Charter.
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Third Avenue Bridge Deck Rehabilitation
Repair work is taking place at the Third Avenue bridge deck located on Third Avenue, approximately 1km northeast of Squamish Terminals. The work involves the removal of delaminated or deteriorated concrete on the existing bridge deck and the installation of reinforcing steel, embedded galvanic anodes, a concrete overlay and filled joints.
Impact: Work will take place on weekends only between the hours of Friday at 6 p.m. and Monday at 6 a.m. with evening work only as required. The bridge will be closed to the public and vehicle traffic during construction (emergency vehicle access only).
Timeline: Construction will begin on Friday, August 5 and is anticipated to be completed by Sunday, September 4.
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Industrial Way Storm Interceptor Project
Upgrades to the stormwater system at the intersection of Industrial Way and Highway 99 will take place this summer and continue through early fall. Work includes the installation of an oil grit separator (OGS).
Impacts: All traffic from Industrial Way onto Highway 99 will be detoured onto Discovery Way and Commercial Way. Traffic coming off Highway 99 onto Industrial Way will be reduced to one lane. Best efforts will be made to reopen this area as quickly as possible. Discovery Trail is expected to be closed near Industrial Way for four weeks from approximately August 25 to September 26. A detour route and signage will be in place for the Discovery Trail, near the work site.
Timeline: Work is expected to take place from August 15 through October 19.
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Recreation Services field user requests
Field User Requests (Centennial Fields, Hendrickson, Artificial Turf Field and Howe Sound Community Field) for Season 2 September 1, 2022, to February 28, 2023, are now open. Please complete the Field Request Form for Season 2 available through the District of Squamish. Please submit your requests before July 31.
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Apply for the Squamish Youth Council
Calling all Squamish youth aged 12-24! The District of Squamish is currently accepting applications for young people interested in joining the Squamish Youth Council.
The Squamish Youth Council gives youth the opportunity to speak up and engage with the Mayor, District of Squamish Council and Community Leaders.
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2022 Summer Day-Use Pass Pilot Program underway
BC Parks now require a free day-use pass for all users to visit Garibaldi, Golden Ears, and Joffre Lakes. Passes are available to book starting at 7 a.m. two days in advance of your planned visit.
Some of the most popular parks regularly experience high visitor volumes, resulting in crowded trails and facilities, packed parking lots, impacts to park environments and wildlife, local community concerns, and safety issues. BC Parks implemented the Day-Use Pass Pilot Program to address these issues during peak periods at select parks.
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Furniture Sale
There are still a few items left at the District’s by-donation furniture sale. All items are located at the Tantalus Fire Hall. Help us spread the word and reduce the impact on our landfill!
All items listed for sale are on our website;
· Each item description includes measurements and a photo;
· Items must be picked up at the Tantalus Fire Hall;
· Cash payments only will be accepted upon pickup; and
· Items will be marked SOLD once paid.
All proceeds will benefit Under One Roof.
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Latest additions to the Development Showcase:
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Masks in public indoor settings are a personal choice. Please respect the individual decisions of others. |
BC DAY, Monday, August 1
Public Swim 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Regular Admission rates apply.
Upcoming pool closure: The pool will be closed on Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7 to accommodate a swim meet.
August 8 - 12
Bronze Cross challenges students to perform more complex life-saving rescues, first aid and CPR. This course is a prerequisite for further lifeguard training or an excellent life skill and confidence builder. All registrants must show verification of certification of Bronze Medallion.
August 8 - 29
This mindful and compassionate style of yoga aims to cater to the range of motion of the 55+ community. Poses will be taught based on the abilities of the participants and will be modified as needed using a chair, wall, block etc.
August 29, August 31, September 2
This camp is designed to get you ready for the upcoming season and combines an off-ice strength and conditioning program and multi-sport outdoor fun. Includes a full day of golf instruction led by PGA pro and SWHA coach Courtney Campbell. Come dressed in comfortable clothes with runners along with a water bottle and snack. Full hockey gear is required. All golf equipment will be provided.
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Sign up today!
This summer, there will be lots of fun for kids at the library. Check the event schedule to see what’s happening each day. The Summer Reading Club coordinator will be in the children’s area all day Tuesday to Saturday to update your reading record and to help you find lots of great books to read. Come down to the library anytime during open hours to sign up!
As part of the Summer Reading Club, the library is hosting weekly Meet your Community events on Wednesdays. This program is designed for school children (ages 5 – 15). All events are free and everyone is welcome. Registration for each event is required.
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Wednesday, August 3, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.: Meet a Firefighter.
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Wednesday, August 10, 1 – 2 p.m.: Meet a Magician, Leif David.
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Wednesday, August 17, 1 – 2 p.m.: Meet a Recycler
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