Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan Advances

The Town’s Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan (CCCAP) has undergone an extensive review and was adopted by Council at its recent January 18, 2023 meeting.

 

Next steps will be for the Town to implement actions of the CCCAP, with priority given to those that can be mainstreamed into current planning schedules and existing operations. Planning for the mid-to-long-term actions will also begin.

 

The CCCAP builds upon the existing Town policies and actions to develop local capacity for climate change resilience and to advance efforts on adaptation.

 

The Town’s Select Committee on Environment and Sustainability reviewed the plan over several months, resulting in recommendations to Council on which areas should be prioritized, and how best to advance the Town’s goals and objectives in alignment with its Sustainability Plan.

 

Council adopted the Committee’s recommendations to prioritize the following objectives in the order below:

  • Integrate climate change thinking into all planning and decision making.
  • Improve public health, safety and preparedness to climate-related events.
  • Effectively manage and support a healthy urban forest.
  • Continue long-term planning for sea level rise in alignment with the Waterfront Master Plan.
  • Continue to prioritize the supply of clean water including actions to improve coordinated watershed management and planning, and increase water conservation practices and policies.
  • Promote and expand the use of Low Impact Development (LID) and Nature-based Solutions (NBS) for building.

 

For more information on the project visit qualicumbeach.com/ccap

 Waterfront Expansion Tendered

The Town has awarded the contract to create additional waterfront parking to Edgett Excavating.

 

The Town will use funding received in 2021, in the amount of $700,000, provided by the Province’s Tourism Dependent Community Fund to help complete the project.

 

This work is part of a larger proposal to activate underutilized Town-owned land on the central waterfront, facilitating greater community gathering places and economic opportunities.

 

Further funding is being sought to create bike shoulders and traffic calming along the same stretch, ensuring that the waterfront is a welcoming and safe space for all users.

 

The Town is confident that Edgett Excavating has the necessary expertise and experience to deliver this project on time and within its budget of $636,107.85. The contractor will be responsible for infilling approximately 420 meters of roadside ditch, laying gravel and painting guidelines along the north side of Highway 19A along the central waterfront area (view the map of areas to be worked on).

 

This phase of the project is expected to begin in the coming weeks, with an anticipated completion prior to the busy summer tourist season.

 

Mayor Teunis Westbroek said, “We are excited about this project, and we believe it will have a positive impact on the community, visitors and business owners. The additional parking spaces will make it easier for people to access the waterfront and amenities. We look forward to the positive impact it will have on our community.”

  

For more information on the project visit qualicumbeach.com/water_expan

New Fuel System at Airport

The Town has installed a new jet fuel system at the Qualicum Beach Airport (CAT4) with the assistance from B.C. Air Access Program (BCAAP).

 

The new storage system and dispensing unit is an above ground double walled containment tank that provides a safe and reliable storage option that safeguards against leakage and environmental damage, and expands storage capacity to meet growing needs.

 

The replacement of the tank became increasingly urgent in 2022 when the obsolete dispensing system failed and was unable to be replaced. The capacity was also grossly under-performing to meet the demand, which had tripled since its installation 40 years earlier.

 

This need prompted staff to approach the Province for assistance outside of a grant cycle. The Town gratefully received $159,000 funding from B.C. Air Access Program (BCAAP) to help cover the $240,000 cost of replacement.

 

Jet fuel is used by critical services such as medivac, wildfire suppression and other emergency services. The airport is also experiencing an increase in traffic both locally and travelling through. The firefighting season particularly sees increased use by several helicopter companies and the Comox military base. This new fuel system will ensure they are provided with safe reliable service in times of need.

LED Light Public Input on Notice of Motions

February 8

At the Regular Council Meeting on February 8, 10 am, the meeting will move into a Committee of the Whole to hear from the public on the Notice of Motions regarding street lighting, put forward by Council for consideration during the regular portion of the meeting.


For more information visit on LED streetlights visit www.qualicumbeach.com/led
View the Notice of Motions

Seeking Community Minded Members

Are you a community minded person looking to make a contribution to the Town? Being part of a committee enables you to support Council and staff in maintaining Qualicum Beach as a livable community. Apply today to the following committees:


  • Advisory Planning Commission
  • Beach Day Committee
  • Family Day Committee

 

View more on how to apply go to qualicumbeach.com/boards-and-committees
 

Position Vacant - Public Works Labourer

The Town is seeking a Public Works Labourer - permanent full-time.


The competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found; however, initial screening for the position will commence on Friday, February 10, 2023. For more information visit our website.

Spring Chipping

The Spring Chipping Program is set to go.

  • Residents EAST of Memorial Avenue to have chipping out by 8 am, March 13
  • Residents WEST of Memorial Avenue to have chipping out by 8am, April 3


Follow the guidelines below for a smooth pickup:


YES

  • ONE pile per property
  • Small trees, branches, woody shrub materials
  • Maximum pile of 8ft x 8ft x 5ft high
  • Wood under 4 inches in diameter
  • Neatly stacked at the roadside with butt ends facing the same direction


NO

  • Grass clippings, leaves, soft plant materials
  • Piles in excess of 8ft x 8ft x 5ft high
  • Piles with gravel, dirt, or roots with dirt
  • Wood in excess of 4 inches in diameter


For more details on our chipping program visit our website.

Notices

Subsidized Rentals


Applications are being accepted for subsidized rental of the Town of Qualicum Beach Civic Centre and Community Hall.

 

Eligible organizations wishing to apply for a subsidized rate can obtain an application at the Civic Centre, Town Hall or from the Town’s website. Applications are due by February 28, 2023.


For full details go to qualicumbeach.com

Dogs on Beach


Each Spring, Brant Geese arrive on our shores to rest and regain strength on their way to the Alaskan Peninsula.

 

To protect the geese, dogs are not permitted (on-leash or off-leash) on all public beaches between March 1 to April 30. Owners may be subject to $100 fine, as per Animal Control Bylaw No. 649.

 

Dogs are permitted on the street level walkway on-leash.

 

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