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Notes from City Hall
Gerry Sorensen Way
The City of Kimberley Operations & Environment Services Department will be preparing Gerry Sorensen Way for the upcoming paving project. Teck Resources will also be working in this area at the same time.
Beginning Wednesday, May 11, and until further notice, Gerry Sorensen Way from the Kimberley Underground Mining Railway Train Station to Norton Avenue will be closed to allow for these repairs. Access will be provided to the Train Station.
Please use Norton Avenue to access the resort area. The City Of Kimberley would like to thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the Operations Services Department at 250-427-9660.
Public Works Week
Please join us for an open house at the Public Works Yard located at 250 Knighton Road on Wednesday, May 18 from 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. This is a kid-friendly event and everyone is welcome to attend. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be served for lunch starting at 11 a.m.
National Public Works Week (May 15-21) is to help increase public awareness of the contributions made by Public Works professionals who maintain and improve the systems and services vital to a community’s health, safety, and comfort.
Mark Creek Dam Tours
If you have you ever wanted to get up close and personal with our watershed, here’s your chance! To celebrate Drinking Water Week and in conjunction with Public Works Day, two Mark Creek Dam (pictured above) guided walking tours will be held on Wednesday, May 18. The morning tour runs from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and the afternoon tour runs from noon – 3 p.m. You must be physically able to walk for the duration of the tour (one hour) and please wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to learn more about our water! This is a free event and we welcome community members to attend. If you’d like to join in, please contact Operations at 250-427-9660. There are a limited number of available seats, so call now to reserve your spot.
Bridge Replacement on Mark Creek
Tyee Log Homes will be installing a new walking bridge across Mark Creek, above Deer Park Avenue on Ross Street across from the Platzl Parking lot. To ensure the safety of all concerned, please keep a respectful distance in construction zones (minimum 90’ / 30 m) from any city crews or contractors, open ditches, and heavy equipment. The city is urging motorists to please be extra cautious and obey all road speed signs within city limits. Thank you for your cooperation.
Call Rank Fire Fighters
Join the Kimberley Fire Department! You must reside in the Kimberley Fire Department response area and must be physically and mentally fit to perform firefighting duties. Training will be provided. Please visit the city website at https://kimberley.ca/city/careers-job-opportunities for more information on how to apply.
Aquatic Centre Update
The Kimberley Aquatic Centre will be closed until the end of July due to the repair from the water main break. We thank everyone for his/her understanding and patience during this time and look forward to seeing you at the pool in August.
City of Kimberley
