Brownbag Lunch with Mayor McCormick

On Wednesday, June 14, 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.

Splash Park Grand Opening

Are you ready for some fun in the sun? The Rotary Club’s Kimberley Community Splash Park will be opening on June 25!

Arena Ice Allocation Meeting

All organizations/groups requesting to utilize the City of Kimberley Civic Centre and/or Marysville Arena’s ice for the 2017-2018 season are to attend the ice allocation meeting. This will be held on Wednesday, June 14 at 6 p.m. at Centennial Centre. If you have any questions, please call the Operations Desk at 250-427-9660 or email to [email protected].

Summer Swimming Lessons and Camps

Registration is now available! Lots of swimming lessons and fun summer programs to choose from. Don’t forget to get your kids registered for our summer camps, we have single day or weekly registration available. For a list of all lessons, programs, and camps please visit our website at www.kimberley.ca, click on the Aquatic Centre Info section under shortcuts, or call the Aquatic Centre at 250-427-2983.

Preventing Sewer Blockages

Do you know where it goes after you flush it down?  Non-flushable materials can snag or bind together and become large enough to cause a blockage that may affect your house, or several homes along the line, preventing water from draining away. Here are a few ‘Dos’ and ‘Don’ts’ to follow for preventing blockages:

DO:

Dispose of all plastic or non-flushable paper materials in the garbage.

Scrape kitchen grease into the garbage before washing dishes.

Avoid releasing hair down the drain.

DON’T:

Don’t flush cleaning wipes diapers, or personal sanitary products.

Don’t flush rags, cloth, paper towels, or newsprint.

Don’t flush kitchen grease, oils, or other hazardous materials.

To learn more about how the city’s sanitary sewer system works, visit HERE or contact 250-427-9660.

Garbage Cans Need Lids

Why does your garbage can need a tight-fitting lid?  There is a link between animals eating garbage and animal aggression towards humans.  When we reduce the risk of animals getting into our garbage, we reduce the risk of an animal becoming a nuisance or aggressive.  Please ensure your garbage is stored in garbage can with a tight fitting lid and in a way to prevent animals from accessing it. (Bylaw No. 2520, 2015, Sect. 4.4).  Visit https://www.kimberley.ca/services/garbage to learn more about Solid Waste Collection.

Pets and Hot Weather

With the weather warming up, the Bylaw officer would like to remind people not to leave your pets in vehicles. Animals confined in an unventilated vehicle can quickly succumb to the high temperatures and die of heat stroke. Please leave your animals at home where they will be more comfortable. The MTI Bylaw 2540, Animal Control Schedule Section 10, allows for a $150 fine for animals left in an enclosed space unventilated vehicle. Let’s keep our dogs safe this summer!

Building Permits & Inspections

Planning a renovation or addition to your home? Dreaming of a new deck or garage? Remember to first obtain a Building Permit before starting your project. The permit and inspection process helps to ensure compliance with health, safety and zoning requirements. Building Permit application forms may be obtained at City Hall or the website. The Building Inspector can help you navigate the application process and discuss the relevant building code and other municipal requirements. If you have questions about the permit and inspection process, please contact the Building Inspector at 250-427-9655 or [email protected].

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