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Sparwood Council Facts
Business Development Liaison
District of Sparwood council Jan. 16 authorized the Chief Administrative Officer to issue a Request for Proposals for the delivery of Economic Development functions to the district. The Request for Proposals will soon be posted on our web site and advertised.
Bylaws
Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 1079, 2012 was introduced and given first, second and third reading.
Toilet Rebate Program 2012
The Toilet Rebate Program will continue for 2012 with the addition of commercial units and the rebate amount changed to the actual amount of the toilet before any applicable taxes, not to exceed $100.00.
CBT Community Initiatives Program
Applications are now available at the district office for the Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The deadline for submission of proposals to the Regional District of East Kootenay is Monday, February 20, by 4:30 p.m.
Business Licences
All people carrying on business within the municipality require a business licence. Includes all home occupations, catalogue sales, commercial, and out of town businesses.
This is a reminder to all local business owners that your 2012 Business Licences are now due. If you have not purchased your current licence please come into our office and bring your account up to date.
New businesses can apply in person at 136 Spruce Avenue or on-line at www.Sparwood.caunder application forms.
Pay your utilities early and save!
The 2012 utility rates for single family dwellings and strata units are set out below. A 10% discount, is available for the whole amount, or any portion thereof, provided it is paid no later than January 31.
Single Family Residence
2012 Water/Sewer/Garbage $735.00 – If paid by January 31, 2012 $661.50 – Save: $73.50
Strata Unit
2012 Water/Sewer/Garbage $706.20 – If paid by January 31, $635.58 – Save $70.62
Residential Water and Garbage Services only
2012 Water/Garbage $499.80 – If paid by Jan. 31, $449.82 – Save $49.98
Residential Garbage Service only
2012 Garbage $313.20 – If paid by Jan. 31, $281.88 – Save 31.32
Snow and ice
All residents of Sparwood are encouraged to assist our snow removal crews by parking offstreet, whenever possible; vehicles that have been left on the roadway for more than 24 hours may be towed in order to remove the snow and allow equipment to work in a safe manner.
Business owners please keep your sidewalks free of snow and ice to ensure the safety of the public. Please be considerate of your neighbours when removing snow from your own paths and driveways, snow cannot be blown or pushed back onto district streets. And, please remember to be a Snow Buddy to that senior citizen in your neighbourhood!
Pedestrians please be extra careful when out walking as the cooler temperatures are causing slippery roads and sidewalks.
Summer students
The District of Sparwood is looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who will be employed for the summer by the district to work as summer parks and greenbelt workers beginning May 7, 2012 to September 7. The rate of pay is in accordance with CUPE 2698 Collective Agreement.
All applications must be received by the District of Sparwood Municipal Office on or before 4 p.m. Friday, March 23. The ‘hat’ draw will be conducted Monday, March 26. All successful applicants will be contacted following the draw.
Applicants should be aware that work performance with the District of Sparwood will be considered for future employment.
Only students who have been enrolled on a full time basis in a post secondary institution during the 2012 Winter/Spring term and intending to return to school in the fall are eligible for these positions. All students are required to provide proof of enrolment by having their school registrar complete the letter attached to the student application form.
All successful applicants will be required to have a valid driver’s license with a Class 5 or a minimum of a Class 7N or Class 7L. Applicants’ address must be the same on their Drivers License as mailing address or permanent address in Sparwood.
Questions can be directed to the Sparwood Municipal Office at 250.425.6271 or be emailed to [email protected] or [email protected].
Time to buy your dog a new Dog Licence
The District of Sparwood’s Animal Control Bylaw requires every dog to have a current year licence by January 15. A neutered or spayed dog tag is $10 with vet certificate and $30 for an unaltered dog.
Why licencing your dog should be your #1 priority:
1. If your dog gets lost, a licence is the fastest way to reunite you and your dog. Even if your dog is microchipped, a licence tag is immediately visible and doesn’t require a scanning device to read it. Dogs are often returned to their owners when visiting neighbouring communities by calling the dog’s owner at their address on file with the district.
2. Your dog’s licence shows that you are a responsible dog owner. When you walk your dog people will notice the licence on your dog’s collar and know that you really care about your dog’s welfare.
3. Licencing lets others know that your dog is not a stray. Often found dogs are kept by the people who find them, who assume your dog is a stray.
4. It’s the law. Failure to licence your dog by the 15th of January can result in tickets and impound fees.
Responsible citizens get their dogs licensed
Upcoming Meetings (In council chambers)
– Monday, January 30 – Committee of the Whole Meeting
– Monday, February 6 – Regular Meeting
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