Chetwynd Councils Update on Community Plans and Projects
At the January 13 PRRD Board Meeting Councillor Bob Nicholson notes ongoing Branding the Peace. Mayor Jarvis reports progress toward expanding branding efforts. The Social Issues Committee sets February meetings every second Wednesday at 4 pm and a fourth Wednesday 9 am Community Service Providers schedule in the Hospital meeting room. Delegations including youth welcome. Massey says Taxi-Saver plans advance with BC Transit, Little Prairie Cabs and District Administration, targeting a March start. Mayor Sangstad outlines a concept design and capital budget for upgrading the Recreation Centre and pool, focusing on joining facilities. public input invited. February public visioning for Chetwynd planned. recycling depot report on low blue box uptake and proposed awareness efforts. Ken Sheen carving donation to Fort St. John Airport Terminal promoted. Council approves sending thanks to Tembec for a wellness seminar and to Community Futures for self-employment support. Mayor Langstad authorized to attend Alaska Canada Railway Corridor Conference. Funding thanks to Ministry of Water, Land, and Air Protection for Bijoux Falls Park operating support. District to reserve 3000 for Asian Tsunami relief. Water model project to analyze system capacity may qualify for up to 10000 grant. council approves 31000 expenditure and grant application.