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2010 CANOE REGATTA
Have you submitted your choice for the Regatta Golden Girl? Have you picked the events you want to participate in? Have you registered your team yet? Don’t want to go in any activities? Then how about volunteering to help so you can be part of the fun. Contact Shelley Sim, Regatta Coordinator - C/O DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER Box 157, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N0 Ph: 250 674 3286 Email:
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Regatta details: www.clearwatercanoeregatta.com
FIRE BAN
The fire ban is still in effect for campfires and all open burning across the Kamloops Fire Centre and the District of Clearwater. This is to assist in preventing human-caused wildfires.
PUBLIC HEARING – SHIPPING CONTAINERS
At the August 17th, 2010 Regular Council meeting Council read for the first time the “District of Clearwater Zoning Bylaw No. 0940, Amendment Bylaw No. 60, 2010” regarding the use of Shipping Containers as an accessory building in the District. Council has scheduled a Public Hearing for September 7th, 2010 at the Council Chambers at 6:30 pm to hear public submissions regarding the bylaw. The public is encouraged to come and see what Council is proposing and to have their say on the use of shipping containers within the District boundaries.
SPEED BOARD VOLUNTEERS
The District of Clearwater is looking for a Service Club or group of volunteers who would be interested in manning a Speed Board to help make the Highway safer. Individuals would have to go through a Criminal Record check and be trained on the use of the board. If you are interested please contact the District office at 250.674.2257.
RECYCLING BATTERIES
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District has partnered with Call2Recycle Canada to set up drop off sites at all their library locations including here in Clearwater. Residents and organizations are able to recycle all household batteries including alkalines or single-use batteries as well as rechargeable batteries and cell phones weighing less than 5 kg. There is no charge for recycling these items. Greffard’s Saw Shop also takes car, lawnmower and ATV batteries and will pay cash for them.
CLEARWATER WALKS ON
Starting on September 6th, 2010 Clearwater Walks On program will start a FREE 10 week program that will gradually introduce adults to walking as a healthy lifestyle choice. Walkers are encouraged to meet at the Rotary Sports Park on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30pm where participants will be educated on the importance of goal setting, keeping motivated and on track with incorporating physical activity into their daily routine. Guest speakers will also be discussing topics such as proper footwear, nutrition and more. Come out and walk yourself to a healthier you!
Upcoming Meetings of Council
September 7th, 2010 Parks and Recreation Committee meeting at 5:00pm
September 7th, 2010 Regular Council Meeting at 7:00pm
September 21st, 2010 Economic Development Committee meeting at 5:00pm
September 21st, 2010 Regular Council Meeting at 7:00pm
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