Sparwood is asking for your thoughts on its draft 2024 Annual Report to determine the District’s direction for the future.
“We want to make sure we’re going in the right direction and that people are happy with how we’re moving forward or if we’re going too fast or too slow,” said Mayor David Wilks.
“It’s a gauge for us to make sure we’re on the right track.”
Wilks says the 2024 report details many of the activities taken by the District, with some notable highlights.
“One of the big things is the wastewater treatment plant and the amount of money we’re going to have to put into that, which could be up to $31.5 million, but we hope it’s less,” said Wilks.
“One thing we’re quite proud of is all the commercial and residential buildings that have gone up in Sparwood over the last year. We’re quite excited about our future.”
Wilks says he is pleased with the progress Sparwood has seen so far and is eager for more.
“It has taken a long time, and we’ve had some great District Councils to take us forward. Our next big leap will be 5,000 people when policing comes in, but that’s part of growth,” said Wilks.
“We’re looking forward to the next non-market apartment building from the Elk Valley Housing Society starting construction this year. We’re also looking forward to 10 more four-plexes that New Dawn Developments is building for Elk Valley Resources. It’s quite an exciting time for Sparwood.”
You can find the draft report here, and you can submit your written feedback in person at the District Office or by emailing [email protected], by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
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