Tag: UBCM

Municipalities worry a potential snap election could overshadow local elections this fall

Politics Emily Joveski -
As speculation mounts that Premier David Eby could call an early provincial election this fall, the Union of B.C. Municipalities is raising concerns that a provincial election could overshadow scheduled local government elections.

Fernie council endorses emergency shelter resolution for AKBLG

City of Fernie Josiah Spyker -
Fernie council unanimously endorsed a resolution for the Association of Kootenay and Boundary Local Governments annual general meeting that focuses on the operation of emergency weather shelters. 

Fuel management work underway in Elkford

M.D. of Elkford Josiah Spyker -
The District of Elkford has launched a fuel management project in the Dawson Place area, with work scheduled to continue through the winter. 

Fire mitigation work planned for Radium area

Environment Josiah Spyker -
Forest fuel reduction work will be conducted in the Elk Park Ranch/Lynx Crescent area of Radium Hot Springs. 

City hoping for ESS grant

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker -
The City of Cranbrook is applying for the joint East Kootenay Emergency Support Services fall intake grant.

Sparwood applying for more grant funds for waste water treatment plant

M.D. of Sparwood Josiah Spyker -
The District of Sparwood is applying to the UBCM strategic priorities fund looking to shore up more waste water treatment plant funding. 

B.C. libraries are stretched thin as provincial funding stays frozen

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Library directors and advocates in British Columbia say they are disappointed after Premier David Eby ruled out increased funding for libraries in the near future. 

Cranbrook councillor echoes call for library support

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker -
Cranbrook representatives were advocating for more library support at this years Union of B.C. Municipalities convention. 

More involuntary care beds coming, Eby tells UBCM

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby addressed mayors and other delegates Friday at the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in Victoria. 

Fall town hall set in Sparwood

M.D. of Sparwood Josiah Spyker -
The District of Sparwood has scheduled its fall town hall meeting, where residents can learn more about ongoing projects. 

Community safety on the docket at UBCM convention

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker -
City of Cranbrook representatives are wrapping up their week at the UBCM convention with meeting on public safety. 

Learning continues at UBCM

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker -
Local representatives have been busy at the Union of BC Municipalities Convention and are looking forward to bringing back what they've learned. 

B.C. economy holding steady despite tariffs, finance minister tells UBCM

Provincial Emily Joveski -
B.C. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey said the province's economy has remained steady despite global trade conflicts and rising costs.  

City advocating for support at UBCM

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker -
City of Cranbrook representatives have a busy schedule at this year's Union of BC Municipalities Convention. 

Infrastructure, housing, UNDRIP will top agenda as local governments meet in Victoria next week

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Members of local governments and First Nations are gathering in Victoria next week for the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) convention.

Province doubles municipal borrowing limits to speed up infrastructure projects

Provincial Emily Joveski -
The Union of B.C. Municipalities is welcoming changes to provincial borrowing rules that regulate how much money municipalities can borrow without holding a public vote.
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