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Notes From City Hall
Please join us for an open house at the Public Works Yard located at 250 Knighton Road on Thursday, May 24 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 20-26) 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 guided walking tours will be held on Thursday, May 24. The morning tour runs from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., with the afternoon tour being fully booked. 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.
Spring Yard Clean Up
This year the clean Up started on May 7 and ends on May 18. Based on your usual garbage day, yard waste goes out on: Mondays: May 7 or 14, Tuesdays: May 8 or 15, Wednesdays: May 9 or 16, Thursdays: May 10 or 17, or Fridays: May 11 or 18. If you have any questions, including what city workers will pick-up, please call Operations at 250.427.9660 or visit HERE.
Cemetery caretaking
The Parks Department kindly reminds anyone placing floral offerings on grave spaces that, except immediately after interment, the following conditions will apply:
- Flowers only. Natural or artificial may be placed in grave space containers, provided the container is part of the memorial. Flowers placed on grave spaces may be removed by city staff while performing maintenance duties. Flowers will be disposed of at the discretion of city staff when the condition of the flowers is considered detrimental to the beauty of the cemetery.
- Floral offerings, wreaths, or ornamental monuments may be placed at the grave space, provided they are free standing and are not staked into the ground. If they are staked into the ground, they will be removed by city staff and disposed of.
- The use of wood, glass, porcelain, pottery, or other breakable containers, either above or below the ground is prohibited.
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].
Cardboard Boat Race
Join us at the Aquatic Centre on Friday, June 22 at 2 p.m. for the fifth 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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