January 14, 2022
DISTRICT SEEKS EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
As part of the Squamish Adventure Centre Revitalization Project, 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 and responses will be evaluated based on alignment to other services within the building and with tourism or recreation offerings, and offer enhanced services to the community.
RENEW YOUR DOG LICENCE BY PHONE
There's still time to qualify for the discounted rate! Call Animal Control on 604.815.6866 and renew your dog licence over the phone before January 31 to save. In-person payments can be made at Municipal Hall on Second Avenue.

All dogs must be registered within 30 days of moving to Squamish and all dogs over eight weeks must be licensed.
  
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING UPDATE
Short-term Rental Regulatory Program

A one-year review of the District's Short-Term Rental (STR) Regulatory Program has been completed and its key findings and learnings were presented to Council at the Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday.

Garibaldi Estates Neighbourhood Plan 

An update on the Garibaldi Estates Neighbourhood Plan was presented to Council on Tuesday which included what we've heard from the community so far and a discussion on the next steps in the engagement process.
Did you miss Tuesday's Council Meeting and want to listen to the discussion on any of the agenda topics including Garibaldi Estates Neighbourhood Planning or Short Term Rental Regulations? Video recordings of the meetings are posted online for you to watch at your leisure, and each meeting is easily navigated by topic.
 NOTICE OF LAND LEASE AND PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE
The District of Squamish has given notice of its intent to provide a lease extension for eight months beginning May 1 to Squamish Helping Hands Society for the portion of land indicated on the map (37930 Third Avenue) to operate a safe consumption, overdose prevention and food storage facility for a $1 lease fee. 

The District is providing assistance to the Society pursuant to Section 24 of the Community Charter by providing the lease for less than its market value.
FIRESMART HOME IGNITION ZONE ASSESSMENTS
The District of Squamish is offering free Firesmart Home Assessments to interested residents of Garibaldi Highlands, Valleycliffe and District of Squamish residents of Paradise Valley beginning February 2022.

Why? These neighbourhoods have been identified in the Community Wildfire Protection Plan as having an increased risk of wildfire. Home assessments are an opportunity to receive in-person recommendations from a Local Firesmart Representative on how to help reduce your home/property wildfire risk.

Firesmart Representatives will operate under the guidance of current Provincial Health Orders (PHO) and ensure health and safety protocols are maintained. Spaces are limited, visit our website to see available dates and times. To book and reserve an appointment, contact firesmart@squamish.ca. 
WHAT'S ON AT LETSTALKSQUAMISH.CA
Squamish Public Spaces Survey
Home Renovation Contractor Readiness Survey
COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS
North Crumpit Community Survey 

Diamond Head Land Company Ltd. is in the process of preparing a Neighbourhood Plan for the area in Squamish referred to as North Crumpit. 

As part of the application, the North Crumpit Project Team is hosting a second community survey to help inform the development of future land-use options at North Crumpit.

To participate in the survey, please visit the project website before February 25 and provide your feedback. 
Building Inclusive Communities event series 

Join a discussion to talk about multiculturalism, diversity and equity, immigration, and building a sense of belonging in our multicultural communities in the Sea to Sky and Sunshine Coast. Canadians from all racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds in the Sea to Sky and Sunshine Coast are invited to participate in these important discussions.

When: January 24, 25, 31 and February 1
Where: Online
2022 Field Allocation, March 1 to August 31

Applications are now open for Field User Allocation consideration. The deadline for all submissions is January 17 for any field including Centennial Fields (1-4, 7, 8), Homer Dome (field 5), LaRoy Watt Field (6), Hendrickson Fields, and Howe Sound Secondary Community Field, beer garden or tournament use within the District of Squamish.

Field allocation meeting will be held online on February 2 at 5:30 p.m. A final calendar is posted online no later than February 16.
 
Notice of elector Alternative Approval Process (AAP)

Council is considering Loan Authorization Bylaws in order to borrow funds for six upcoming projects that were approved in the 2021-2025 Financial Plan.

Loan Authorization Bylaws give the District approval to now finance the projects through borrowing.

If you are in favour of these bylaws, you do not need to submit any forms. If you object to one or more of these bylaws, please complete and submit an Elector Response Form for each bylaw you are not in favour of. Council will consider each bylaw separately. The deadline for submission is 4:30 p.m. on February 4.

DEVELOPMENT SHOWCASE ITEMS
Visit the Development Showcase to review and comment on all active development permit applications. See the latest in our Development Showcase here.
UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS


Tuesday, January 18 at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, January 18 at 6 p.m.

LATEST DISTRICT OF SQUAMISH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
LATEST BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES


· Pre-Engineer Structures Supply and Install - Request for Proposals

· Main Street & Third Avenue Preliminary Designs - Request for Proposals

· Annual Watermain Upgrades Consulting Services - Request for Quotation 


‌
WHAT'S ON IN RECREATION
This January 21, check out our Pro-D Day camps and a Pro-D Day Public Skate (1:15 - 3:15 p.m.) to keep your young folks busy. Squamish Recreation Services Pro-D Day camps provide a full day of friends, learning and games for school-aged kids between 5.5 and 12 – without the homework! Just a few spots remain in our January 21 camp.

Squamish Recreation Services is looking for passionate, fun and community-minded individuals with the skills, knowledge and qualifications to instruct group programs, workshops or single/one-time events. If you're interested in teaching art, music and /or dance, we'd love to hear from you.

Have you heard? The 55+ Activity Centre is now open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop by to enjoy a cozy space with complimentary coffee or tea and connect safely with members of our 55+ community.
COMING UP AT THE LIBRARY
While the Library remains closed for renovations Library take-out is still available. For current take-out hours and services visit squamishlibrary.ca/renovations.
Tuesday, January 18, 7 - 8 p.m. (online)
This Land of Snow is about a cross-country ski trip across Canada and a man who must come to terms with what he has left behind, as well as how he wants to continue living after his journey is over.

January 18 - January 28, 10:30 - 11 a.m.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays (online) 
Join us for a virtual storytime with books, songs, and rhymes. Wednesday storytimes will include a craft project. 

Thursday, January 27, 7 - 8:30 p.m. (online)
The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person’s decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons and realms in which people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.
Upcoming Events: