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Council Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of City of Kimberley council for the month of May will be held on Monday, May 13 and Monday, May 27 at 7 p.m. There is only one Committee-of –the-Whole Meeting scheduled, held on Monday, May 6 at 7 p.m. All meetings are held in Council Chambers, upstairs at City Hall.
Brownbag Lunch with Mayor McCormick
On Wednesday, May 8, and on the second Wednesday of each month, 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.
Public Works Week
Please join us for an open house at the Public Works Yard located at 250 Knighton Road on Thursday, May 23, 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 19-25) 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 (pictured above) guided walking tours will be held on Thursday, May 23. The morning tour runs from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. and the afternoon tour runs from noon – 3 p.m. 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 is a limited number of available seats, so call now to reserve your spot.
Emergency Preparedness Week May 5 – 11
Is your family prepared to be on your own for 72 hours in case of an extended emergency? Emergency services may not be readily available, as increasing demands are placed on responders. It may take emergency workers some time to get to you as they help those in most critical need. Prepare for the worst, and hope for the best!
Be Prepared for Disaster
Commonly we believe that the primary hazards faced in Kimberley are fire and flood yet there are other hazards right here in our back yard. Winter storms, hazardous material incidents, and landslides are just a few common examples of major emergencies that we are susceptible to. Regardless of the hazard, it is important that your household create a plan and prepare for major emergencies. Here are some tips to guide your way.
Have a Plan – Having a plan and preparing for a major emergency may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Visiting the PreparedBC website at gov.bc.ca/PreparedBC can shed light on the process involved as well as providing helpful forms and checklists. The critical guides and forms available include the “Household Preparedness Guide” and the companion “Household Emergency Plan”. If you run a small business or tourism operation, check out the “Guide for Small Businesses” or “Guide for Tourism Operators.”
Emergency Kits – When disaster strikes, there won’t be time to collect emergency supplies so it is very important to build an emergency kit. Ensure you have emergency kits for your home, workplace and vehicle. A week or longer is better. Basic survival items include: 2 litres of water per person per day, unperishable foods, can opener, flashlight and batteries, candles matches or a lighter, battery powered or wind-up radio, first aid kit, prescription medications, infant formula if needed, extra keys, cash in small bills, and a list of contact information. A detailed list is available on the PreparedBC site.
Meet the Neighbours
And last but not least, remember that we’re in it together so meet your neighbours beforehand. The most immediate help following a disaster will come from those directly around you, usually your neighbours. Connecting with them today, and working together to prepare, will mean a better response and faster recovery. On the PreparedBC website you can download a copy of the “In it Together: Neighbourhood Preparedness Guide” and start the conversation now.
If you have any difficulty accessing these online resources please contact the Kimberley Fire Department at 250.427.4114, email us at [email protected] or drop in to see us during regular office hours of Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and we will gladly provide you with resources or assist you with your plan.
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