Below is a summary of 2010 News, Media Releases and Notices. Please click on the title of the release to read the full article.
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Docked PCT ship releasing dust into Burrard Inlet
The City of Port Moody has received a number of complaints about a docked Pacific Coast Terminals (PCT) ship in the Burrard Inlet that has been raining dust over the area and affecting air quality in Port Moody. The City has no jurisdiction over the matter, and is not in a position to take any direct action other than advising PCT. In addition to alerting PCT about the issue, the City contacted Metro Vancouver and Port Metro Vancouver with their concerns.
Province prohibits campfires across coastal region
Effective noon on Friday, July 23, all open burning, including campfires and fireworks, will be prohibited across the Coastal Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety. This ban applies to open fires of any size, campfires, fireworks, tiki torches and burning barrels. The ban does not apply to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes, or to portable campfire apparatus with a CSA or ULC rating using briquettes, liquid or gaseous fuel, that are not capable of producing a flame longer than 15 centimetres. Portable campfire apparatus that do not meet these conditions are prohibited.
Find out What Swims Beneath the Burrard Inlet!
Ever wonder what lives below the Burrard Inlet? Come check out what swims beneath this important marine habitat! Peek into an aquarium containing many species of local fish.
Public Hearing Notice for Official Community Plan
The Council of the City of Port Moody will meet and hold a Public Hearing to consider the following proposed Bylaw.
1. Proposed Bylaw: City of Port Moody Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2010, No. 2849.
Applicant: City of Port Moody
Purpose: To adopt a new Official Community Plan for the City of Port Moody. The proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) is the result of a series of public consultation events and Council meetings that have taken place since the OCP update process began.
Port Moody Council seeks legal opinion on taking back Murray-Clarke Connector
Port Moody Council is frustrated with failed promises and lack of progress on the Murray- Clarke Connector. The Murray-Clarke Connector is a major route that serves the entire region beyond the Tri-Cities. In 1983 the province recognized the need to widen the route to four lanes to accommodate increasing volumes of regional traffic.
Land Use Committee Notice
Purpose: The owner has applied to enter into an agreement with the city to vary use and density. If approved, the application would conserve the existing heritage dwelling on the property and allow a heritage house with a secondary suite to be relocated to the rear yard of the subject property.
Have your say at the Inlet Park Open House
What’s your vision for the future of Inlet Park? The City of Port Moody is studying the park’s potential future redevelopment. We want to know how to make the park better, and are looking for your ideas.
2010/06/01 June 5 is Access Awareness Day in Port Moody
June 5 is Access Awareness Day in Port Moody. In support of Access Awareness Day 2010, the Port Moody Community Care Committee is organizing several activities to help raise awareness about disability, accessibility and social inclusion.
Land Use Committee Notice
The Land Use Committee will hold a public meeting to consider the following applications:
1. Application Type: Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 2834, 2010
Applicant/Owner: Mr. Farhad Soofi
Legal: Lot 7, Block 17, District Lot 201, Group 1, NWD, Plan 72 (PID: 011-452-021)
NOTICE OF MEETING - Land Use Committee
2010/05/03 Public Hearing Notice
Purpose: To amend the Official Community Plan to include a new Schedule 4: Energy and Air Emissions section which outlines greenhouse gas reduction targets, policies and actions for the City of Port Moody.
Hit us with your best shot
We're looking for your photos of Port Moody for our 2011 calendar!
Westhill Trail gets new name - April 22, 2010
Port Moody’s popular Westhill Trail is getting a new name – the Alfred Howe Greenway. Join Mayor Joe Trasolini and members of Council for a ceremony to dedicate the trail to former Mayor and long-time resident Alfred (Al) Howe.
Notice of Intention to Consider Issuance of a Temporary Use Permit
The Council of the City of Port Moody will meet and hold a meeting to consider the issuance of a proposed Temporary Use Permit.
April 13, 2010 Public Art Unveiled on Port Moody’s Waste Collection Trucks
Expect your garbage pickup to be a little more artistic starting April 20 – Port Moody waste collection trucks are getting a public art makeover. Come see local artists Kris Kupskay and David Pacholko reveal their new designs that promote recycling and waste management initiatives.
Land Use Committee Notice
All persons wishing to make written submissions to the Committee prior to the meeting should deliver their submissions to the Planning & Development Services Department not later than 5pm Tuesday, April 6, 2010. At the public meeting, an opportunity will be provided to allow all interested persons to make representations or present written submissions regarding these items to the Committee.
PSA - BC Government expands smoke alarm rules to protect older buildings
Changes to the BC Fire Code require that every private home and hotel or motel room built before 1979 must have smoke alarms installed by May 1, 2010.
Port Moody wins financial reporting award for fifth year
The City of Port Moody recently received the prestigious Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (CAnFR) for its 2008 Annual Report.
Government of Canada Supports Commemorative Activities in Port Moody
Minister James Moore to make funding announcement
The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, will make a funding announcement for the Port Moody Commemorative Society and the Port Moody Golden Spike Days Society.
Maintenance Dredging at Rocky Point Park
The City of Port Moody is conducting its maintenance dredging at Rocky Point Park between February 25 and 28, 2010. This work isundertaken every five to seven years to maintain a safe and navigable channel for boaters.
Port Moody receives federal funding to study marine life
Joe Trasolini, mayor of the City of Port Moody announced on Wednesday, a $50,000 grant from the Government of Canada's Environmental Damages Fund (EDF) for its “What Swim’s Beneath” project.
Port Moody Mayor to announce federal environmental funding
Join Port Moody Mayor Joe Trasolini and members of Council as they announce federal funding to conduct marine studies in the Port Moody Arm of Burrard Inlet.
Port Moody Celebrates Heritage Week
Port Moody Council has announced that the City of the Arts will celebrate Heritage Week from February 15 -21. Each year, the provincial government proclaims the third week in February as Heritage Week to recognize community heritage buildings, places and history. The theme for 2010 is “Community Pride, Active Living: the Heritage of Sports & Recreation” to coincide with the Winter Olympics.
Olympic figure skaters practice on Port Moody ice
The Canadian, Great Britain and US Olympic figure skating teams will be fine tuning their routines at Port Moody’s arena as they prepare for the Winter Games. While these training sessions are closed to the public, both Canada and Great Britain are offering one free public viewing.
Port Moody students keen to recycle food waste
Students at Aspenwood Elementary School are getting a hands-on lesson in food waste recycling. Two classes at the school will be collecting food waste from their own classrooms as part of a science project that runs for the entire calendar year.
Skate with the 2010 Mascots at the Port Moody Recreation Complex
Skate with the 2010 Mascots at the Port Moody Recreation Complex!
Before Sumi, Quatchi and Miga kick things off at the 2010 Olympic Games, they’re at the Port Moody Recreation Complex for a free family skate. Get there early to meet the Olympic mascots, and then spend the afternoon showing off your skating skills with friends and family.
Land Use Committee Notice
Land Use Committee Notice - All persons wishing to make written submissions to the Committee prior to the meeting should deliver their submissions to the Planning & Development Services Department not later than 5pm Tuesday, February 2, 2010. At the public meeting, an opportunity will be provided to allow all interested persons to make representations or present written submissions regarding these items to the Committee.
2010 Civic Award Winners
At its annual Civic Appreciation Dinner on January 16, 2010, the City of Port Moody recognized four exceptional residents and one outstanding business for their civic contributions. Award winners are nominated by fellow community members and celebrate achievement in four categories: the arts, accessibility, heritage and the environment.
Port Moody partners with Metro Vancouver to assess curbside food scrap recycling
The City of Port Moody is partnering with Metro Vancouver in a pilot project to measure how food is being recycled. Residents in one Heritage Mountain neighbourhood, within the Wednesday collection zone, were selected to participate in the pilot project and survey which begins the week of January 11, 2010.
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