November 19, 2021
MAMQUAM ROAD (GRAVEL PORTION) CLOSED DUE TO PUBLIC DANGER
Barricades and Do Not Enter signs have been installed on the gravel portion of Mamquam Road (east of Paco Road) due to fractures discovered along a 400-metre section of the road as a result of the heavy rain. There has also been a substantial landslide near the bottom, blocking the road completely.

There is a significant public safety risk as the slope is unpredictable and unstable, and could fail. No one should travel this road on foot or by bike (the road is already closed to vehicle traffic).

The District is exploring the next steps and will provide further updates when available.
JOIN US ON TUESDAY FOR THE BUDGET PUBLIC INFORMATION EVENT
Join us on November 23 beginning at 5:30 p.m. (6 p.m. for online attendees) to learn about what is proposed in the budget for the next five years. We’ll discuss the 2022-2026 five-year financial plan and what is driving the proposed 4.07% property tax revenue requirement increase in 2022. The Budget Public Information Night is an opportunity for you to meet with Council, ask questions of staff, and learn about how we are working to meet our community’s needs today while planning for tomorrow. 

You may choose to attend virtually or in-person at Municipal Hall. Pre-registration is required to attend in-person due to capacity limits.
 
Register to attend the in-person event at this link. Online participants do not need to pre-register.
 
DISTRICT RESPONDS TO MISINFORMATION MAILED TO RESIDENTS
Squamish residents have received a postcard from an anonymous group identifying as Squamish Voices with misinformation about three covered shelters that were recently installed in Squamish. While the District generally does not respond to anonymous attacks, the far-reaching nature of this tactic has prompted us to do so. The shelters were built to allow people to safely gather outdoors and undercover in public spaces and were paid for by Provincial funding through a COVID-19 recovery grant. A growing need for this type of shelter became apparent during the pandemic when gathering outdoors was safer than indoors. Learn more about the costing and read the full story here. 
ZERO WASTE TIP OF THE WEEK
Do you have some crackers or chips that sat out all night and went stale? Toast them in the oven for a couple of minutes and they will be crispy and delicious again!
WHAT'S ON AT LET'S TALK SQUAMISH
Join the discussion! We'd like to hear your feedback on the draft budget for Squamish over the next five years. Explore what’s proposed via an online tool, and share your ideas and comments.
We want to hear from Squamish residents to create a plan that is a good fit for the neighbourhood, improves the liveability of the area, and supports larger community goals outlined in the OCP. 
COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS
Foam packaging collection temporarily suspended
 
Due to the unprecedented flooding and resulting transportation challenges and limited access to end markets, RecycleBC has temporarily suspended the collection of foam:

  • Trays
  • Take-out containers
  • Cups
  • Packaging

Bins located at GFL Depot and the Landfill Recycling Depot have been removed. Please try to keep these materials and return them at a later date. 
Construction Notice: Waterfront Landing Park
The District of Squamish has granted a noise exemption bylaw permit to Axiom Builders Inc. from Monday, November 29 to Friday, December 3 between the hours of 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. The exemption was granted due to high tides during daylight hours and is required in order to complete work within the Lagoon area for the new District Waterfront Park. Please expect standard construction noise including chain saw work, excavators, and engine noise.
Disaster Financial Assistance available to eligible individuals, small businesses, farms, and charitable organizations

As a result of the heavy rainfall this last week, some residents may have experienced property and content damages caused by overland flooding and may be eligible for Disaster Financial Assistance through the B.C. Government.

Filming notice in Downtown

A Work Permit has been approved for filming and parking to take place at the 38000 Block of Cleveland Ave, Loggers Lane Boardwalk and Stan Clarke Park from Tuesday, November 23 (5 a.m. - 10 p.m.) to Wednesday, November 24 (6 a.m. - 11 p.m.). There will be no loud special effects associated with this work.
Low-Carbon Incentive Program now in effect for residential construction in Squamish
 
The Low-Carbon Incentive Program aims to establish a low-carbon incentive for residential construction in order to minimize the environmental impact of housing development by discouraging the use of high-carbon energy sources. Introduced earlier this year, the program is currently available to homebuilders having been incorporated into the District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw, No. 2200, 2011.
 
By encouraging the construction of buildings using low-carbon energy sources such as electricity (rather than high-carbon energy sources such as fossil fuels), the District aims to lower greenhouse gas emissions, align residential home construction with the goals of the Community Climate Action Plan and increase the energy options in home construction. 
 
DEVELOPMENT SHOWCASE ITEMS
Visit the Development Showcase to review and comment on all active development permit applications. See the latest in our Development Showcase here.
UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS



Tuesday, November 23 at 10 a.m.
LATEST DISTRICT OF SQUAMISH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
LATEST BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES



  • Consulting Services - Pre-Qualification - Request for Supplier Qualifications
  • New Reservoir Design and Contract Administration - Request for Proposals
  • Credit & Debit Card Merchant - Request for Information


The Squamish Public Library offers various services including drop-in hours to browse and sign out materials or use computers. Take-out service also continues. For Library hours and services visit squamishlibrary.ca.
COMING UP AT THE LIBRARY
Thursday, November 25, 7 - 8:30 p.m. (online)
In November, we will be discussing Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson. Everyone is welcome to attend. Registration is required. 

Wednesday, December 1, 7 - 8 p.m. (online)
Come make art together! The Library will provide participants with an Art Kit to practise with. Supplies are limited so be sure to register soon. Everyone is welcome, no previous experience is necessary. 

Tuesday, December 7, 7 - 8:30 p.m. (online)
Join local author Yin Xzi Ho for an evening of conversation with the Author to hear a reading of a series of selected poems from Home Is Here followed by a Q&A.

Upcoming Events: