JULY 2024

COMMUNITY UPDATE

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Council Meetings

July 10, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - Regular Council Meeting

July 17, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - Committee of the Whole Meeting (if required)

July 24, 2024 @ 6:00pm - Regular Council Meeting

Visit lantzville.ca and click on the meeting date on the calendar to access Council agendas, minutes, link to livestream, Zoom registration and video recordings. The start time of open meetings may vary if a closed portion is required at the beginning of the meeting.

Municipal Hall Hours

July 1, 2024 - Canada Day (Municipal Hall Closed)

Monday to Friday (except holidays)

By phone or email: 8:00 am–4:00 pm

In-person payment & document drop off: 8:30 am–4:00 pm

After-hours Public Works emergency call: 1.888.826.8271

All other emergencies call: 911

Curbside Collection Calendar

Recreation Opportunities

Lantzville Community Facilities

• The Lantzville Mental Fitness Trail is open, so please check it out and exercise your brain as well as your body.

City of Nanaimo

• Concerts in the Park are happening throughout the summer at various parks. They are free and feature a variety of local musicians. For more information, see the City of Nanaimo website. Concerts in the Park 2024 (nanaimo.ca)
• The water parks are open daily from 9 am-8 pm at Departure Bay Kiwanis Park, Deverill Square Park, Harewood Centennial Park and Mansfield Park. These are free and are a great way to cool off during the summer months.
• There are lifeguards at First Beach at Westwood Lake daily from June 28^th until September 2^nd, 11:30 am-5:30 pm, including statutory holidays.
• The City of Nanaimo Playground Program runs July 2^nd to August 30^th. Visit Deverill Square Park, Monday to Friday, 9:30 am-4 pm for free fun with our playground leaders. Other locations will rotate throughout the summer. See our Spring and Summer Activity Guide for more information. Spring Summer 2024 Activity Guide (nanaimo.ca)
• Join us at our Family Fun Night on Wednesday, July 31^st, 4:30-7:30 pm at Harewood Centennial Park where we will have games, entertainment and a variety of community booths. Free fun for all!

Regional District of Nanaimo

• The RDN offers a variety of fitness classes at a price of $6 to $10 a session. Ongoing pro-rated registration is available if space allows. Most of the fitness classes offer a drop-in option at $12 a session. Pick up your drop-in pass today at either Ravensong Aquatic Centre or Oceanside Place Arena. www.bit.ly/rdnfitness
• RDN Camps: build friendships, skills and memories that last a lifetime. Register today at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. 

The District of Lantzville partnered with the Rotary Club of Lantzville and the Canadian Mental Health Association to create a Mental Fitness Trail in Lantzville. 

A first of its kind in Canada, and possibly North America, this 2km trail includes 10 signs that offer mental fitness exercises. The trail was created in memory of a Lantzville resident to encourage users of the trail to think about their mental health needs, which are as important as physical health.

There are various places along the trail where the signage refers users to various supports that are available, and it also provides tips on maintaining and improving mental health. 

The Grand Opening is being held on July 12^th at 11:00 am, but the signs are already installed for public use, and are located on Clark Drive at the end of the trail [corner of Clark Drive and Aulds Road]. At each end of the trail, we invite trail walkers to reflect upon their current feelings. QR codes have been placed on each sign providing immediate access to the Vancouver Island Crisis Line and other services.

Minetown Day: Keep the Date Saved!

The Seaside Community Society is excited to announce that the annual Minetown Day event will be taking place in Huddlestone Park on August 17, 2024.

The Seaside Community Society are actively seeking vendors and volunteers. If you would like to become a vendor or lend a hand during the day, please contact us at: LantzvilleMTD@gmail.com

Beat The Heat!

Emergency Planning - beat the heat this summer!

During heat waves, having a place to keep cool is essential. For those who need relief from the heat, several locations with cooling spaces throughout the Regional District of Nanaimo are regularly open to the public including libraries, shopping centres and recreational facilities. To learn more, visit rdn.bc.ca/extreme-weather.

How to prepare for and manage the heat

• Tune in to local weather forecasts and alerts so you know when to take extra care.
• Stay hydrated, drink plenty of cool liquids (especially water) before you feel thirsty to decrease your risk of dehydration.
• Plan where you can go to cool down.
• Dress for the weather. For example, wear loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing and a hat.
• Take breaks from the heat to give your body time to recover from its effects.
• Keep your home cool. Avoid cooking in the oven and use an air conditioner if you have one.

Did You Know?

• To report a fire:  Call 9.1.1.
• To report a beach fire: 250.390.2811
• To report a forest fire: 1.800.663.5555 OR *5555 on a cell
• Call RAPP (1.877.952.7277) to report provincial environmental protection law offences, including burning waste, burning industrial or construction waste, burning prohibited materials and smoke related issues.

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