Pursuant to Section 99 of the Community Charter, the District of Sparwood 2022 Annual Report will be presented to Council for consideration at the Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers. The Annual Municipal Report is available for public inspection at the Municipal Office, during regular work hours, and on the District’s…
The District of Sparwood’s 2022 Annual Municipal Report provides an overview of the major achievements and significant projects undertaken or completed during the past year; the organizational structure; department operational overviews; a statement of the District’s objectives and the measures that will be used to determine progress respecting those objectives…
Nearing 40 years old, the Sparwood Leisure Centre hot tub will soon be demolished. The pool will be closed beginning Saturday, June 3, 2023 for the hot tub replacement project which will see the removal of the old tub and new, larger and more accessible hot tub being built in its place. During the closure, the fitness centre, courts and climbing wall will remain…
Mayor David Wilks and members of Council have been busy at the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) conference last week. This important event is the largest gathering of elected officials from across Canada and provides many opportunities to learn, network and connect. To learn more about FCM visit https://fcm.ca/en. Post Date: May 28, 2023 | Category:…
The final street sweeping is set to take place beginning May 29, 2023. Please keep an eye out for the sweeper and move all vehicles off the road. Gravel from snowplowing may be broomed on the road for the sweeper to pick up. Yard waste, such as branches, pine cones and excessive grass is not permitted to be swept on the road. Post Date: May 23, 2023 | Category:…
The pool will be closed beginning June 3, 2023 to complete the replacement of the hot tub. During the closure, the fitness centre, courts and climbing wall will remain open for use. All annual passes will be extended for the duration of the closure and monthly passes will be extended for the remaining days impacted by the closure. Work is estimated to be completed…
The Sparwood Spray Park is now open and ready for use. Washrooms are open from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm daily. Post Date: May 18, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
Effective at 1:00 pm Mountain time on Thursday, May 18, 2023 Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be prohibited throughout the District of Sparwood and will remain in place until the public is otherwise notified. Specifically, prohibited activities that would constitute a Category 3 fire include: any fire larger than two metres high by three metres wide; three…
Allowing your cat to roam free affects not only you, but your neighbourhood too. The District of Sparwood encourages all cat owners to keep their cats inside or ensure that when outside they are supervised or walked on a leash/harness. Under Sparwood Animal Control Bylaw 1289, 2021 it is an offence for an owner to permit any dog, cat or animal to be at large or…
The 2023 Tax Notices have been mailed out. If you are a new owner and do not receive a tax notice by June 16, 2023, please contact the District Office to obtain a duplicate copy. Notices are mailed to the current owner shown on the Assessment Roll. Depending upon the date of purchase, the District may not have the new owner’s information and the tax notice…
Interested in what’s going on? You can participate in Council Meetings via Zoom or watch live from our Facebook page. Find the full agenda package here and the Zoom link below. When: May 16, 2023 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Topic: Regular Council Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89069519094 Or One tap…
Pickleball and tennis courts are now ready for use at the Sparwood Leisure Centre. The nets will be set up in Sparwood Heights in the weeks ahead. Post Date: May 3, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) will be testing its Regional Evacuation Notification system (ENS) this Friday, May 5, 2023 at 11:00 am and is encouraging residents who have not already done so to sign up. It is free to register and is available to all First Nations, municipalities, and rural areas of the East Kootenay. Learn more about the ENS here…
Interested in what’s going on? You can participate in Council Meetings via Zoom or watch live from our Facebook page. Find the full agenda package here and the Zoom link below. When: May 2, 2023 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Topic: Informal Public Hearing and Regular Council Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88030216740…
Today we honour the men and women that have faced illness, been injured or lost their lives in a work related incident. For more information visit https://www.dayofmourning.bc.ca/. Post Date: April 28, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
The District of Sparwood Mosquito Control Program is set to begin. The goal of the program is to reduce mosquito annoyance within the community. The District has operated a Mosquito Control Program for over 20 years. The program controls mosquito larvae under a Pesticide Management Plan, approved by the Province of B.C. The goal of the Nuisance Mosquito Control…
The Community Clean Up is happening soon. Clean up kits will be available beginning May 1 at the District of Sparwood Municipal Office, or the Leisure Centre. Get your family together and help tidy your neighbourhood. Post Date: April 26, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
Find the full agenda package here and the Zoom link below. When: Apr 25, 2023 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)Topic: Special Council Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82868922102Or One tap mobile :+17806660144,,82868922102# Canada+12042727920,,82868922102# CanadaOr Telephone:Dial(for higher quality, dial a number…
Mayor and Council invite residents to attend the Town Hall Meeting taking place Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Senior’s Drop-In Centre, located a 101, 4th Ave. Doors will open at 5:30 pm, and time will be available before and after the panel discussions for conversations with Council and Staff. At 6:00 pm, the meeting will take place and…
The first Town Hall Meeting with the newly elected Council is scheduled to be held next month. Town Hall Meetings are an important platform for public engagement, providing an opportunity for Council to share news and information about upcoming projects and topics of interest, but also supporting important two-way dialogue with members of the community. Taking place…
With the warmer weather fast approaching the District of Sparwood would like to request residents and businesses help in reducing wildlife encounters this spring and summer. Sadly, a fed bear is a dead bear but if we all do our part this can be prevented. If bears cannot find food, they will move on. Please follow the tips below to help our community stay bear aware…
Interested in what’s going on? You can participate in Council Meetings via Zoom or watch live from our Facebook page. Find the full agenda package here and the Zoom link below. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Apr 18, 2023 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Topic: Regular Council Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83378447915…
Construction at the Municipal Office is underway and will continue throughout the summer to improve accessibility and safety. The work will necessitate a temporary change to the access of the building, with the south parking lot and front doors being closed, and new public access being on the north side of the building facing Spruce Avenue as outlined in the map…
The District of Sparwood would like to advise residents that the municipality will temporarily close Michel Creek Road from Industrial Road #1 to G.N. Road to conduct waterline repairs. Local traffic access will be maintained. Drivers are reminded to please use caution and follow signage. Post Date: April 10, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
The Public Works Department has begun the spring street sweeping program. The purpose of the program is to remove sanding material and debris that has accumulated on roads and boulevards from winter road maintenance. With many people working and/or staying at home currently there are numerous vehicles parked on the streets which make it hard for the crews to effectively…
