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From the meeting of November 8, 2021
Mayor’s Update
Mayor Pranger took a moment to recognize National Indigenous Veterans Day (November 8th) and how they fought for our country’s freedoms as well.
November is Adoption Awareness Month, Mayor Pranger took the opportunity to recognize the many families who foster and adopt young people in our area.
Remember to stay safe, be kind and shop local.
Agricultural Plastic Update
Councillor Post provided an update on the agricultural plastic recycling program informing that Cleanfarms received funding from Dairy Farmers of Canada to purchase two manual compactors which will make recyclables more compact for travel.
Cleanfarms is a non-profit environmental stewardship organization. They work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure that Canadian farmers can actively contribute to a healthy environment and a sustainable future. Visit cleanfarms.ca to learn more.
Agassiz Slough Floodbox
Councillor Schwichtenberg thanked Council and staff for their vision and hard work in seeing the Agassiz Slough Floodbox upgrade come to fruition.
The Agassiz Slough Floodbox was identified as a high-priority project for the Resilient Waters Project. This project aimed to enhance off-channel habitat for salmon by replacing infrastructure that blocks fish passage from the Fraser River. The floodbox is a key piece to continuing to restore the Agassiz Slough.
This project was supported through the Healthy Watersheds Initiative, which is delivered by the Real Estate Foundation of BC and Watersheds BC, with financial support from the Province of British Columbia as part of its $10 billion COVID-19 response.
The official ribbon cutting ceremony is set to take place on December 1, 2021. Time to be determined by the Province. Finalized details will be posted on our website when they become available.
Traffic Calming Policy
Council approved a traffic calming policy that will standardize the process for implementing future traffic calming measures. This policy ensures that a set procedure is in place should residents wish to request traffic calming in their neighbourhoods.
Historically, when residents approach the District with requests for traffic calming in their neighbourhoods due to vehicular speeding or other traffic-related safety concerns. Each request has been addressed individually without having criteria in place to help guide staff and Council.
The policy will assist in prioritizing school zones, playground zones, and other municipal roads that may require traffic calming measures.
The purpose of traffic calming measures are used to encourage drivers to travel at appropriate speeds in our community neighbourhood and to reduce speeding.
For more information contact Engineering Services at 604-796-2235 or engineering@kentbc.ca.
Asset Appraisal Services
Council awarded $19,480 (excluding GST) to Loss Control Consultants Ltd. for asset appraisal services.
The District maintains property insurance on a long list of assets including buildings, pump stations, playgrounds, and transit shelters. The insurance coverage is based on an estimated replacement value, and it is important the values are as accurate as possible to limit the District’s financial risk from loss. The last formal appraisal of these assets was completed in 2015 with replacement values increased at policy renewal by 3% per year since 2015. The District of Kent’s insurer recommends a formal appraisal be completed every 3-5 years.
Winter Night Lights
The second annual Winter Night Lights is scheduled for December 1 to 31. Activities tentatively scheduled for December 11th and 18th include live entertainment, a visit from Santa Claus, children’s activities at the Agassiz Harrison Museum, a holiday train travelling through Pioneer Park and along Pioneer Avenue, food truck vendors and shopping locally.
Watch for more information on our social media channels.
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