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News and Announcements September 27, 2024

Local Government News


Strathcona Regional District Launches Active Transportation Network Plan for Electoral Area C
The ATNP will serve as a comprehensive roadmap for improving Electoral Area C active transportation conditions across Quadra Island and its connections to outer communities and beyond.

  Posted: September 26, 2024

Surrey Council Approves First-Ever Multilingual Communications Policy
Utilizing a data-informed approach based on Canadian Census data, the City will ensure that translated materials meet the diverse linguistic needs of its residents.

  Posted: September 25, 2024

RDEK Board Makes Amendments to Short-Term Rental Temporary Use Permit Policy
In an effort to provide clarity, the Regional District of East Kootenay Board of Directors has made minor amendments to its Short-Term Rental Temporary Use Permit Policy.

  Posted: September 24, 2024

Ladysmith and Stz’uminus First Nation Hold Community to Community Meeting
The meeting served as an opportunity for elected officials from both communities to engage in productive dialogue, exchange ideas, deepen relationships and foster meaningful connections in an open and welcoming environment.

  Posted: September 23, 2024

Town of Gibsons Completes Milestone Project in Aquifer 560 Watershed
The Source to Sea Project focused on assessing the condition of the Aquifer 560 Watershed, valuing its natural assets and developing holistic recommendations to maintain them not just in isolated areas but connected across the watershed.

  Posted: September 20, 2024

Saanich Earns Two Climate & Energy Action Awards at UBCM
The District of Saanich is thrilled to have won two Community Energy Association 2024 Climate & Energy Action Awards, which were announced at the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Convention in Vancouver on Wednesday.

  Posted: September 20, 2024

 

Announcements


PROPERTY TAXATION BRANCH, BC MINISTRY OF FINANCE



For the 6 month period beginning October 1, 2024,  the Property Tax Deferment interest rates will be:

 

  • Regular Deferment Program
4.95%
  • Families with Children Program
6.95%
  • Financial Hardship Program
6.95%


LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF BC



Local Government Internship Program Host Applications are Now Open!

The LGMA is excited to announce that applications to host an intern through the Local Government Internship Program are now open! Local governments in BC with a population of 25,000 or under are eligible and can receive funding to provide hands-on work experience, professional development, and mentoring to successful interns for a 12-month period.

Interns will start their internship in May – June 2025. The host application deadline is October 29, so don’t miss this exciting opportunity! For more information about host applications, see the LGMA website.
 
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