June 8, 2026 - Council Highlights
From the meeting held on June 8, 2026
Mayor’s Report
On May 26 Mayor Pranger and Council attended the Burgers and Brews fundraiser event for the Lets’emot Regional Recreation & Aquatic Centre (LRRAC). Mayor Pranger expressed how grateful she was to have the opportunity to gather together and raise over $1,200 for the beautiful new pool.
Council’s Report
On June 5, Councillor Spaeti attended the Agassiz Elementary Secondary School Graduation Ceremony, noting how glad she was to attend and see that over $80,000 in bursaries and scholarships were presented to the graduating class. She thanked local businesses and residents for their support to the graduates.
Councillor Spaeti congratulated the Agassiz Minor Baseball PeeWee team in their first place finish of the regular season. They will now advance to the division finals where they will compete for the chance to reach the Provincial championship. Mayor and Council are excited to see our local team do so well.
“I Swam the Ferny Coombe”
To celebrate the last season of the beloved Ferny Coombe Outdoor Pool, which opened in 1978, local resident and Lets’emot Regional Aquatic Centre Fundraising Committee Member, Nicole Dumas, has designed a farewell piece of art. Merchandise of this design is available at the Community Recreation and Cultural Centre (6660 Pioneer Avenue, 604-796-8891). Hats, shirts, towels, totes, and more are all available for a limited time!
This is a wonderful way to show your appreciation for the pool that has supported our community for 48 seasons, as well as to help fund the new aquatic centre. All proceeds will go towards the Lets’emot Regional Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
Temporary Use Permit – 6960 Cheam Avenue
Council approved the continuing use of outdoor lumber storage at 6960 Cheam Avenue with a one-year Temporary Use Permit. This approval aligns with the proposed property disposition to Kelkate Holdings Ltd. (Agassiz Building Centre).
Upcoming Events:
1) Slide into Summer – Friday, June 26 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The annual FREE Slide into Summer event is back for its last summer at the Ferny Coombe Pool, 6820 Pioneer Avenue. Come and enjoy the inflatable water slide, variety of activities, hot dogs, and refreshing drinks. This event promises fun for everyone and is bound to be a splashing good time!
2) Canada Day – Wednesday, July 1
A soccer party is taking place in Pioneer Park, 7167 Pioneer Avenue, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. In the style of the FIFA World Cup, immerse yourself in activities that you’ll get a kick out of from an inflatable sports coliseum to a Soccer Showdown. Bring your family, friends and fellow soccer enthusiasts for day that’s sure to be a goal!
Event Schedule:
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- 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Pancake Breakfast by Donation
- 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Main Events
- 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Free Swim at Ferny Coombe Pool
Later that day, join Mayor Pranger in Harrison Hot Springs at the Canada Day parade, starting at 5:00 PM. To learn more about the Canada Day celebration in Harrison Hot Springs, please visit: https://tourismharrison.com/event-directory/canada-day/
3) Ultimate Pool Party & Barn Dance – Friday, August 7 starting at 7:00 PM
