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Brownbag Lunch with Mayor McCormick
On Wednesday, June 7, and on the second Wednesday of each month, City of Kimberley Mayor Don McCormick will host a brown-bag luncheon at City Hall from noon until 1:30 p.m. Bring your own lunch and have a discussion with the Mayor.
Mark Creek Water Level
Be advised that water levels can change rapidly, and are especially high during spring run-off. Flows are extremely fast when water levels are high and present an extreme danger to anyone, including pets, if they fall into the creek. Please stay clear of the creek during periods of high flow.
Mandatory Water Restrictions
Did you know that the city has a bylaw in response to potential water shortages?
Section 3.2 of the ‘Water Shortage Response Bylaw No. 2527’ states: “If no restriction stage is in force on June 1st of any year, stage 1 restrictions come into force automatically on that date without prior declaration.” As of Thursday, June 1 the following becomes mandatory:
If your residential property has an EVEN address, you are permitted only to water your lawn on EVEN days during the stage 1 restrictions. Example: 122 Main Street can water on the 2nd, 4th, 6th, etc., day of the month.
If your residential property has an ODD address, you are permitted only to water your lawn on ODD days during the stage 1 restrictions. Example: 123 Main Street can water on the first, third, fifth, etc., day of the month.
During Stage 1 restrictions, homes are permitted to water ONLY between the hours of 4 to 10 a.m. and 6 to 10 p.m.
Non-residential properties follow a different schedule which can be found in ‘Schedule A’ of Bylaw No. 2527.
Hand-watering of plants or gardens, using a hose to wash surfaces (vehicles, sidewalks, etc.) is ONLY permitted if the hose is equipped with an automatic shut-off device.
If you are planting a new lawn (seed or sod), please contact Operations to discuss how to obtain a permit for watering outside of the allowable dates and times.
To view the full bylaw, please visit our website at https://kimberley.ca/city/bylaws. For any questions relating to watering restrictions, please call our Operations Department at 250-427-9660.
NorthStar Rails-to-Trails
Morning, afternoon or evening…the time is right to get out and enjoy this great trail connecting Kimberley and Cranbrook! Trail Maps and more info available at www.northstarrailtrail.com and also on Facebook. To report an issue with the condition of the trail, please contact: 250-427-9660 (Kimberley) or 250-489-0218 (Cranbrook).
Summertime is Construction Time
To ensure the safety of all concerned, please keep a respectful distance (minimum 90’ / 30 m) from any city crews or contractors, open ditches and heavy equipment. Watch for and obey any signs posted. Thank you for your cooperation.
Free Public Swim
Come to the Aquatic Centre and enjoy a free public swim on Wednesday, June 7 from 5 to 6 p.m. sponsored by the Kimberley Health Care Auxiliary.
Cardboard Boat Race
Join us at the Aquatic Centre on Friday, June 30 at 2 p.m. for the fourth annual cardboard boat race! Registration is $5 per individual entry or $20 per team, and this includes a participation prize and toonie swim. Please call the pool at 250-427-2983 with any questions or to register.
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