Below is a summary of 2007 News, Media Releases and Notices. Please click on the title of the release to read the full article.
Fitness passes on sale now!
Port Moody's new facility is opening in early 2008 and we can't wait to share the excitement!
TransLink doubles funding allocation and approves Murray-Clarke Connector
The city's campaign to explain the urgent need for the twice-delayed Murray Clarke Connector paid off. The campaign included a Council demonstration to expose what would happen if the project was delayed again .
Port Moody council stages traffic demonstration in support of Murray-Clarke Connector
Port Moody council directed the closure of traffic lanes through the city Monday morning in order to draw attention to the long awaited and now threatened Murray-Clarke Connector.
Port Moody council fears TransLink will delay crucial transportation project
Port Moody city council heard earlier this week that a report to TransLink, to be considered at its December 12 board meeting, suggests that perhaps a two-lane rather than four-lane Murray-Clarke Connector is sufficient, and even questions whether the connector is needed at all.
Port Moody businesses recognized with Spike awards
Seven outstanding businesses were presented with Spike Business Awards at a gala held at Port Moody City Hall November 8. The fourth annual awards were presented as part of the annual business recognition event held since 2001.
Dr. Elaine Golds recipient of Freedom of the City award
At this evening’s regular council meeting, Dr. Elaine Golds received the prestigious Freedom of the City award from mayor Joe Trasolini. The award recognizes Dr. Golds’ significant involvement in environmental related causes, societies and committees.
Alderside Road storm sewer upgrade
A storm sewer in the 1200-block of Alderside Road will be upgraded over the next two months.
Section of Shoreline Trail Closed for Bridge Reparis
Please be advised that the pedestrian path of the Shoreline Trail between Pigeon Cove and the connection behind Town Centre Park (including the boardwalk and bridges) will have a temporary reroute to the bike path.
Temporary Closure of Staff Parking Lot
Effective 07 Aug 07, the staff parking lot next to the Social Recreation Centre will be closed
Port Moody Council Expresses Dissatisfaction with Garbage Contractor
On July 24, 2007, Port Moody Council met with the management of International Paper Industries (IPI) to express the city's dissatisfaction with the delivery of garbage, recycling and yard waste collection services.
Port Moody Delegation to China Makes Connections in Sports
A delegation from Port Moody met with organizers from China’s national ice sports associations during a visit to that country’s capital city last week.
Mayor for a Minute
Hey Kids! You can be Mayor-For-A-Minute and “proclaim” your ideas to help protect the environment and care for our planet!
5th Annual Moody Market is back!
Drop in to Queens Street Plaza in Moody Centre every Saturday between 10am and 2pm for fresh produce, crafts, entertainmet and more!
Advocate Debbie Richardson Wins Accessibility Award
PORT MOODY - Debbie Richardson, a local accessibility advocate, is the recipient of the 2006 Peter Hulbert Accessibility Award.
‘Down Under’ developers study Port Moody's award winning ways
Last week Mayor Trasolini met with a group of government officials and developers from Queensland, Australia who were interested in many of Port Moody’s award winning and sustainable developments.
Temporary boat launch closures
The public boat launch at Rocky Point Park reopened Thursday May 17 following temporary closures due to paving and painting work. Resulting from the recommendations of the Boat Trailer Parking Working Group the launch and parking lot was realigned to improve traffic flow and create 27 waterfront boat trailer parking spots. Five additional boat trailer parking spots in the waterfront lot will be added later this summer.
Recreation Centre Construction Builds Excitement
Call for Local Arists
The City of Port Moody is interested in engaging four local artists to be part of the upcoming Moody Centre Design Charrette to be held on Saturday June 16, 2007.
Fingerling Festival
Port Moody receives $350,000 for 'LocalMotion' trail
Port Moody will receive $350,000 in provincial LocalMotionfunding for a new multi-use pathway.
Murray St closed for repairs March 24
Murray Street will be closed to through traffic on Saturday, March 24, 2007 between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. (approximately) for repairs at the C.P. Rail railway crossing.
Community Celebrates Official Opening of Petro-Canada Ice Centre
The City of Port Moody, Petro-Canada and federal and provincial government representatives celebrated the grand opening of the new Petro-Canada Ice Centre.
We're looking for long, lost Parks & Rec Commission members
The City of Port Moody is throwing a party to celebrate the official opening of its new international-size ice arena and has invited hundreds of community members to the event.
City of Port Moody supports ArtsConnect’s sustainability bid
City council once again took a leadership role in promoting the arts when it voted at its February 13 meeting to enter into a fee-for-service agreement with ArtsConnect.
Port Moody encourages SD43 to apply for Community Connections grant
The City of Port Moody recommended the school board investigate a unique funding opportunity that encourages maximizing the use of schools for the benefit of the community.
Evergreen Light Rapid Transit is critical to Lower Mainland transportation
In a meeting held February 9, 2007, Northeast Sector mayors joined TransLink chair and Richmond Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, in a meeting with local federal MPs and provincial MLAs to advocate for funding for the Evergreen Light Rail Rapid Transit Line (ELRT). The officials represent the interests of over half a million Lower Mainland residents.
Street lamps and wire stolen
Feb 8, 2007: The City of Port Moody has joined a number of other municipalities as a victim of copper wire and street lamps thefts. Police suspect that the thieves may be dressing as line workers to disguise their criminal ways.
Information meeting on traffic safety around schools
Information meeting on traffic safety around schools
Polygon Homes contributes funds to Port Moody's Recreation Centre Project
At this week’s regular meeting of City Council, Polygon representatives Rene Rose, Senior Vice-President Development, Andre Chilcott, Vice-President, Development, and Hugh Ker, Vice-President Development, presented a cheque for $6,000 to Port Moody Foundation President David Spence, as the first portion of Polygon Homes’ $20,000 contribution to the new Port Moody multi-use recreation centre now under construction.
Port Moody hosting town hall meeting to address wind storm damage
The City of Port Moody has scheduled a town hall meeting for Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at Port Moody City Hall in order to address tree and damage concerns in the city.
Port Moody honours civic volunteers
Port Moody honours civic volunteers
Library chief Guinn resigns
January 12, 2007: After eight years, Diana Guinn, Chief Librarian at Port Moody Public Library is moving on. Guinn will be joining the Vancouver Public Library as Director, East Branches.
Yard debris collection deferred
The extra yard debris collection in place this week has been deferred for the Wednesday and Thursday Zone. Yard waste collection will occur next Wednesday for the Wednesday Zone and Thursday for the Thursday Zone. Please have all yard waste and bundled branches at curbside by 7:00 am on your collection day for these two zones.
BMO, PoMo Soccer Assoc contribute to rec centre
January 12, 2007: At this week's council meeting BMO and Port Moody Soccer Association presented the Port Moody Foundation with cheques for the recreation centre's capital campaign.
Wednesday and Thursday Zone Collection for January 10 and 11
Wednesday and Thursday Zone Collection for January 10 and 11
Tree removal in Cliffwood Drive area
JAN 10, 2007 UPDATE - It has been decided that all large trees in the West Noons Creek greenbelt, east of Cliffwood Drive and west of Hawthorne Drive, and approximately halfway up the greenbelt, must be removed for public safety reasons.
Translink parking tax notices
Translink parking site tax noticesThe 2007 Parking Site Notices have now been delivered to all commercial property owners in the region and a few phone calls may be forthcoming
Port Moody leads support for high-tech Olympics exhibit
JAN 4, 2007 - Port Moody city council was first out of the starting blocks in its support of an innovative exhibit to promote B.C. during the Winter Olympics in 2010.
Update on December 15, 2006 Windstorm
JAN 4, 2007 - Summary of storm damage from the December 15, 2006 storm and the City of Port Moody's clean-up efforts.
Update on Park Closures due to Storm Damage
JAN 4, 2007 - Staff have closed the majority of parks and greenspaces. The cleanup efforts in parks and greenbelts are expected to take several months.
Port Mood wins prestigious financial reporting award
Port Moody wins prestigious financial reporting award for second straight year
Port Moody Canadian Film Festival
7th Annual Port Moody Canadian Film Festival
Gleneagle Secondary...An Artful Invitation!!!
Inlet Wellness Gallery is proud to showcase the Art of today’s local youth. The students of Gleneagle Secondary have ambituously created a diverse show of Art, and it is now showing as part of "BC Arts Month", Port Moody’s "Festival of the Arts"and the Arts-Connect Gallery Tour. Join us for a Saturday evening Gala full of Art, Music, Food, Drink and a Bonfire!!!
2007 Flag Half-Staffing
Community phone survey underway
The City of Port Moody is conducting this important survey in order to gauge resident satisfaction with a number of Port Moody services, initiatives and communication methods.
Kids Only Swap Meet
Kids Only Swap Meet
Recreation registrants give Port Moody's online system a workout
For the first time the City of Port Moody recreation department saw online registration surpass the fifty percent mark this week, beating out in-person and telephone registrations combined. The online "sign me up" system was first unveiled in December, 2002.
Sport field bleachers a reality with Port Moody Soccer Club contribution
Creek contamination - public advisory
The City of Port Moody is aware of an industrial contaminant in Slaughterhouse Creek, which flows into the inlet just east of Rocky Point Park. As a precaution people and pets should stay out of the creek until further notice.
Summer bylaw program to check in on dog licences
Beginning this week Port Moody bylaw staff will be going to the dogs. Going around the city checking on dog licences, actually.
Seismic assessment of Moody Street overpass planned
At the October 9, 2007 council meeting, Port Moody City Council will consider undertaking a seismic assessment of the Moody Street Overpass.
Bridge deck repairs: Barnet Hwy (St. Johns St.) / CP Rail overpass
The City of Port Moody has contracted with Mainroad Contracting to complete concrete deck surface pothole repairs on the Barnet Highway (St. Johns Street) bridge over the CP Rail line.
Murry-Clarke Connector
North-East Sector Mayors Support Murray-Clarke Connector
The North-East Sector Mayors on Friday, December 7, 2007, passed a resolution to support Port Moody’s call for TransLink to fund the Murray-Clarke Connector.
Petro-Canada Ice Centre is Port Moody’s coolest place
Port Moody’s Petro-Canada Ice Centre is now into its second year of operation, much to the delight of the many skaters and hockey players.
Port Moody's Shoreline Trail Reopened
The section of Port Moody's shoreline trail that had been temporarily closed for trail maintenance and the replacement of three bridges has now been reopened.
Support grows for connector
Dec. 11/07 - Two dozen people have signed to speak to the TransLink Board tomorrow in support of the much-needed Murray-Clarke Connector.
Yard Waste Curbside Collection Extension
JAN 3, 2007 - Curbside yard waste collection extened for week of January 8 through 11.
Port Moody firefighters offer tree chip event for charity Jan. 5 & 6
Port Moody firefighters are once again offering Christmas tree chipping, with proceeds going to B.C. Professional Fire Fighter’s Burn Fund.
Port Moody council announces committee appointments for 2008
At their December 11, 2007 regular meeting Port Moody City Council announced council and citizen committee appointments for 2008. The acting mayor appointments for 2008 were also made.
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