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Utility rate increase proposed for Sparwood
The District of Sparwood’s Director of Finance submitted a report to council Oct. 17 outlining proposed rate increases to utility rates for 2012 – 2014. The Columbia Basin Trust Water Smart Group has advised that transition to water metering works best if there is a period during which residents continue to pay their utility bills based on flat rates and receive meter consumption information so that they are aware of their water usage and can reduce their consumption if needed. The District is expecting to move to the metered rates in 2013, however, if we experience issues with software or unusual consumption, we may defer the move to 2014.
Accordingly proposed rate increases of 4% to water, 6% to sewer and 6% to garbage are scheduled for January 1 of each year in 2012 to 2014.
1324 Whitewood Crescent
Council approved the As-Built Inspection for 1324 Whitewood Crescent. The home has now been substantially completed and complies with the design that was approved.
All-Candidates’ Forum
The Sparwood Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an All Candidates Forum prior to the November 19 2011 General Local Election.
Once the date and location have been confirmed a notice on our website and on the Archway electronic sign will be posted.
Thank you to Teck
Council would like to thank Teck Coal Ltd. for the tour of the Fording River Operation on October 14, 2011. What a great day!
Foster Family Month
The Provincial Government has proclaimed October as Foster Family Month. There are approximately 5,900 children and youth being supported by foster families across the province. Bouquets to all the foster parents in our community for the positive difference they make in the lives of children, youth and families.
Lilac Terrace Fashion Show
Lilac Terrace will be holding its annual fashion show/silent auction on Tuesday, November 8. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the silent auction and the fashion show starts at 7 p.m. Funds raised at this event go back into programs for seniors in the community.
Time change
Remember to turn your clocks back one hour on November 6.
2011 General Local Election
Public Notice is hereby given to the electors of the District of Sparwood that an Election by Voting is necessary to elect one mayor and six councillors, and one school trustee, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom the votes will be received are listed below:
Mayor: Bev Bellina, Lois Halko and Peter Templin.
Councillor: Hungry Baytaluke, Sharon Fraser, Paul Hebert, Andy MacIntyre, Norma McDougall, Margaret McKie, Ron (Sonny) Saad, Rose Sharma, Muriel Stickney and Joanne Wilton.
Trustee: Hungry Baytaluke and Bev Bellina
General Voting Day will be Saturday, November 19 at Henry Volkmann Memorial Complex (Leisure Centre) – Curling Rink Concourse between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Advance Voting opportunities shall be open at the Sparwood Municipal Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, between the hours of: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. – November 9; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Nov. 15; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Nov. 18.
Toilet rebate program still on
Don’t forget to participate in the District of Sparwood’s Toilet Rebate Program. All you have to do is replace an existing 13L or greater toilet with an eligible low flow model and you can receive $100 back from the district.
Toilets send more than 30% of the water used inside your home into our sanitary sewer system. By reducing the amount of water people flush down the toilet we can reduce the hydraulic loading and extend the life of the existing waste water treatment plant. To learn more about our Water Smart goals and programs please visit our website at www.Sparwood.ca/watersmart.
Halloween
Halloween can be an exciting time for children and with the distraction of candy and costumes, safety rules can easily be forgotten. Drivers please slow down and watch for children, many of whom may be dressed in dark costumes. Don’t send the little ones out on their own even if they are only going to walk around the neighborhood. Children should not go out alone. An adult or older sibling should accompany the kids on their Halloween trick or treat rounds to keep a watch on them and make sure they are safe.
Housing Need & Demand Assessment
The Districts of Elkford and Sparwood are inviting members of the interested public to participate in a series of Focus Group Meetings to gather your feedback, your insights and your ideas to help us better understand our unique housing needs and challenges.
The schedule of meetings for Sparwood is as follows: Sparwood Households: Monday, November 7 from 1 – 3 p.m. at the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce office.
Sparwood Housing Industry Professionals: Monday, November 7from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce office.
Major Employers: Tuesday November 8, from 8 – 10 a.m. at council chambers, 136 Spruce Avenue.
Health, Education, Social Services, Policing: Tuesday, November 8 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at council chambers, 136 Spruce Avenue.
These meetings will provide an opportunity to find out what it’s really like for people trying to find housing in Sparwood and how the lack of appropriate housing options may be affecting the broader community.
If you are interested in joining us in Sparwood, please RSVP to: Terry Melcer at 250-425-6810.
Upcoming meetings (In council chambers)
Monday, October 31, 2011 Committee of the Whole meeting has been CANCELLED
Monday, November 7, 2011 Regular meeting at 7 p.m.
Monday, November 21, 2011 Regular meeting at 7 p.m.
Susan Mortimer/District of Sparwood
