UPCOMING DISTRICT COUNCIL MEETINGS
- Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers
- Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers
DELEGATIONS
RCMP – Elk Valley Detachment
Sgt. Trevor Tribes, of the Elk Valley RCMP Detachment, presented the quarterly crime statistics on offences responded to by the detachment in the Sparwood area. The report reflected a decrease of 21 calls for service over the same period in 2019.
For more information, see the report.
BYLAWS
Council Procedure Bylaw
Council Procedure Bylaw 1274, 2020 was given first, second and third reading. Primary changes to the bylaw include:
- removal of standing Committee of the Whole (COTW) meetings and allow Council to resolve itself into COTW at anytime during a regular council meeting; and
- removal of the special summer meeting schedule thus having all regular council meetings on the first and third Tuesday of the month throughout the year.
The bylaw will be brought forward at the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 for consideration of adoption.
For more information, see the staff report.
BUSINESS
Multi-Purpose Facility
Council directed Staff to initiate a consultation and engagement process for the development of a multi-purpose facility. The community engagement process will build upon the preliminary feedback from the community of either a stand-alone facility, repurposing of the curling rink, repurposing and expansion of the curling rink, or other options.
For more information, see the staff report
Teck Land Use Permit
Council intends to execute a Land Use Permit to Teck Coal Ltd. for the purpose of a groundwater monitoring well on the boulevard of Red Cedar Drive by the stairs going up to the schools. The well will be used to collect data to monitor groundwater movement and help predict the influence of surface water on drinking water wells. This will have no significant effects on residents and the ground will be restored upon completion.
For more information, see the staff report
Material Handler Articulating-Telescoping Aerial Basket Truck
Council approved the purchase of a Material Handler Articulating-Telescoping Aerial Basket Truck for $183,527.50, excluding applicable taxes, from Falcon Equipment Ltd.
For more information, see the staff report
Public Works and Cold Storage Roof Replacements
Council approved the award of the Public Works Shop and Cold Storage Roof projects to Western Roofing in the amount of $338,000 plus tax.
For more information, see the staff report
Courthouse Lease 2021-2023
Council intends to execute a lease agreement with the Province of British Columbia for the use of a portion of the District Office for court services. The lease is for a term of 3 years commencing January 1, 2021 and lease fees will be $1,716.80 per month throughout the term.
For more information, see the staff report
Elk Valley Seniors Housing
Councillor Ron Saad was appointed as one Council’s two representatives on the Elk Valley Seniors Housing Board of Directors replacing Councillor Bowen. Councillor Amy Cardozo is Council’s other representative on the Board.
OTHER INFORMATION / ANNOUNCEMENTS
Outdoor Fire Pits
It is that time of year when people want to enjoy a fire in their back yard. Please note that it is a requirement within the District of Sparwood that you must first obtain a fire pit permit. These are available FREE of charge from the District Office and must be renewed every year. Failure to obtain a permit may result in a fine up to $200.00
For more information call 250.425.6271.
Green Bins
Did you know, recycling in the Green Bins not only saves the environment, but also District taxpayer dollars?
The Green Bins located at the Transfer Station are part of the Recycle BC Program. The green bins accept everything that goes into the yellow bins, plus an additional 76 items! In addition, the RDEK gets paid per tonne of recycling collected in these bins, saving taxpayer dollars. Alternatively, the RDEK is charged for every tonne of recycling placed in the yellow bins.
To find out what is accepted in the green bins, view www.sparwood.ca/recycling
Mosquitoes
To report instances of nuisance mosquitoes, please fill out the online form at www.sparwood.ca/mosquito or contact the Engineering Department at sparwood@sparwood.ca, or call 250.425.6271. Please include your name, instance location, and contact information when reporting instances of nuisance mosquitoes.
Are Your House Numbers Visible from the Street?
Take a look at your house from the street at night to see if you can clearly identify your house numbers. Perhaps shrubs or trees are blocking visibility, or the numbers are faded, or too small? Your house numbers should be visible from 150’ at all angles.
In every emergency response time is critical; seconds lost can mean the difference of life and death. If your home or business is set back from the street, post your address number at the entrance to your driveway.
Not only is this essential for fire, police or ambulance to find your home, it is also the law under the Community Standards Bylaw.
Pick Your Fruit Trees
It is time to pick the fruit off your trees and clean up all the windfalls as bears are starting to come into the community, as they are looking for easy food sources to bulk up before hibernation.
Keeping garbage stored indoors until collection day, cleaning up fruit trees and securing wildlife attractants is the best way to keep people safe and avoid unnecessary killing of bears that encounter people.
Compost Sites
Residents are reminded that anyone using the compost sites located in lower Sparwood, near the Fire Hall at the end of Engelmann Spruce Drive, and in Sparwood Heights, next to the ball fields, they are for the disposal of organics including the grass on your lawn, tree leaves, plant roots, stems, blooms and leaves from your garden flowers, fruit or vegetable plantings.
Household garbage, recyclables, branches and trees, old concrete and construction material should be taken to the Transfer Station.
Employment Opportunities
Office Clerk – Public Works
The Public Works Department is seeking a full-time office clerk to undertake a variety of tasks including coordinating and assisting in the administration of public works services. This position is within the bargaining unit at a rate of $30.65/hour.
The deadline to apply is 4 pm September 4, 2020.
SCEEAC Coordinator – Part-Time Contract
The District has an excellent contract employment opportunity for a Coordinator for the Socio-Community and Economic Effects Advisory Committee. The position would require up to 720 hours per year, at a rate of $45 per hour plus 10% in lieu of benefits.
The deadline to apply is 4 pm August 30, 2020.
Group Fitness Instructors
Are you passionate about fitness? Applications are being accepted for the position(s) of Group Fitness Instructors to develop safe and enjoyable fitness classes for various ages and abilities. This position will be a non-union contract and rate of pay is dependent on qualifications.
This position will remain open until filled.
Casual Lifeguard
The Leisure Services Department is seeking a casual, on-call lifeguard to join their team. The position is within the bargaining unit at a rate of $22.71/hour.
This position will remain open until filled.
Post Date: August 1, 2020 | Category: Council Newsletter