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UBCM pulling out the stops for virtual convention
  
The 2020 UBCM Convention will be going ahead in a virtual format September 22-24. "Over the last century, UBCM has found ways to meet during the great depression, two world wars and the Spanish Flu pandemic," said Mayor Maja Tait, UBCM president. "We will also find a way for our members to meet and deliberate the issues that matter to B.C.'s communities in 2020." UBCM received provincial support and authorization to hold a virtual meeting through an order issued by Minister Farnworth and direction provided by UBCM's Executive.   Read more
Streamlined process to assist hospitality sector
 
The provincial government has introduced a streamlined online application for food primary, liquor primary and manufacturer licensees seeking a Temporary Service Area Authorization (e.g. patio approval). Local governments have the option to further expedite this process by pre-approving all eligible licensees seeking to apply for a temporary service area expansion. Read more
Expert Panel on Housing Supply and Affordability  
 
The Expert Panel on the Future of Housing Supply and Affordability has been tasked with making recommendations to the Governments of B.C. and Canada. In light of the of the COVID-19 pandemic, the deadline for input was extended to June 26, 2020. Feedback may be provided via online form or as a written submission. UBCM is preparing a submission based on policy set out in UBCM's housing strategy.  Read more

FCM Municipal Asset Management Program
  
The Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP) is an eight-year, $110-million program funded by Infrastructure Canada to support Canadian municipalities and communities in making informed infrastructure investment decisions based on stronger asset management practices.  Read more
BC COVID-19 survey  
 
The BC Centre for Disease Control is asking BC residents to participate in a population health survey to strengthen their pandemic response and  better understand the impacts of COVID-19 to date (social, economic, mental wellness and community wellness). The survey will be open until May 31.
May 27, 2020
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