Municipal Government 2020 -- District of Port Edward

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2020


December

December 31 -- District of Port Edward to host virtual Public Hearing on LNG project land in New Year NCR

December 17 -- New communications towers will improve safety along Hiway 16

December 17 -- District of Port Edward gets closer to opening of information survey period for Neighbouring Concept plans  NCR

December 15 -- District of Port Edward sets Holiday Office Hours NCR

December 10 -- New Emergency Program Bylaw, plans for residential development among themes for Port Edward Council session NCR

December 9 -- Road and Infrastructure work on the horizon for Port Edward  NCR

December 3 -- Diana Lake Provincial Park clean up underway

December 3 -- District of Port Edward and partners tackle Diana Lake Clean Up  NCR

November

November 30 -- Prince Rupert/ Port Edward signatures missing from collective call from municipalities to Premier Horgan to remember Northern Communities  NCR

November 18 -- Winter reminders and infrastructure funding among notes from Port Edward for November  NCR

November 6 -- Province of British Columbia to deliver funding to NW communities for COVID-19 Safe Restart program  NCR

November 2 -- District of Port Edward recruiting for Board of Directors for North Pacific Cannery NCR


October 

October 22 -- District of Port Edward takes first steps towards proposed Small Scale LNG facility in community  NCR

October 22 -- LNG proposal, Emergency Planning and Halloween among themes for October 13th District of Port Edward Council session  NCR
October 8 -- North Coast candidates "Prince Rupert" debate wandered off the path more than a few times Wednesday NCR

September 

September 29 -- Port Edward refreshes the rules on garbage collection  NCR

September 24 -- Tax Sale Day for Port Edward set for Monday, September 28th  NCR

September 21 -- Municipal and Regional District governments to benefit from BC Government's StrongerBC restart plans  NCR 

September 21 -- Transit buses in Prince Rupert/Port Edward up for retrofit  NCR 
September 15 -- Port Edward Infrastructure work making progress NCR


August

August 28 -- District of Port Edward makes plans for paving project NCR

August 25 -- Port Edward Water Advisories (video)

August 25 -- Water Advisory lifted in Port Edward

August 25 -- Port Edward brings Water Advisory to an end for District Residents NCR

August 17 -- Water Quality Advisory remains in place for Port Edward residents NCR

August 15 -- Rain related debris reported on Highway 16 near Port Edward turnoff NCR

August 12 -- Port Edward prepares for community consultation on new neighbourhood concept plan NCR

August 6 -- Port Edward's August update puts focus on roads, water and speeding  NCR
August 5 -- Water colouration advisory issued for District of Port Edward residents  NCR

July

July 24 -- Plans for road relief for Port Edward residents in motion with RFP for Road reconstruction tender  NCR
July 14 -- Equipment maintenance brings discoloured water for Port Edward residents  NCR

June

June 30 -- Port Edward to return Municipal offices to regular schedule in early July, provide update on June's notes  NCR
June 25 -- Taylor Bachrach on policing in the North (audio)

June 23 -- Picking up with a little help from our friends ...  NCR
June 23 -- Port Edward Annual Report offers snapshot of Priorities and Planning ahead NCR

June 23 -- Wolf sightings continue for Port Edward  NCR
June 17 -- Llamas are leaving
June 17 -- Wolves are becoming more predatory, Conservation Officer Service warns
June 15 -- Port Edward shrinks just a bit following news of Port land purchase  NCR
June 12 -- Port Edward is watching for non residents dumping their recycling goods in the District  NCR
June 11 -- Port of Prince Rupert APM reviews challenges and opportunities ahead for the Northwest Gateway  NCR
June 10 -- With wolves still roaming, Prince Rupert Council is now writing for action from the Province  NCR
June 8 -- District of Port Edward eases its way back towards Regular municipal business NCR
June 5 -- District of Port Edward to open public spaces, fields today  NCR
June 4 -- Wolf necropsy comes back inconclusive
June 3 -- Port Edward wolf necropsy (video)
June 3 -- Necropsy on destroyed Port Edward wolf proves inconclusive  NCR
June 3 -- Transits Free Ride is over, as Port Rupert Transit/Port Edward Transit resume fare collection policies  NCR
June 3 -- Another wolf spotted in Port Edward
June 3 -- Port Edward residents remain on edge after yet another wolf sighting this morning  NCR
June 2 -- Port Edward wolf attack (video)
June 2 -- Port Edward man attacked by wolf
June 1 -- Municipal governments to receive early delivery of Gas Tax Funding to put towards infrastructure  NCR


May

May 31 -- Search continues for wolf, senior citizen being transferred to Vancouver
May 30 -- Port Edward senior in hospital after unprovoked wolf attack requires surgery
May 30 -- Port Edward wolf attack brings strong Conservation Officer presence  NCR
May 30 -- Wolf Attacks person in Port Edward
May 29 -- Add Bear concerns to the list of Wildlife encounters for North Coast Residents  NCR
May 29 -- With Summer on the horizon, Port Edward Council looks forward to infrastructure work ahead  NCR
May 19 -- Port Edward's Park Planning  NCR
May 19 -- Cancelled session leaves Port Edward with just one Regular Council meeting for May  NCR
May 11 -- Port Edward to get $419,000 from expansive 75 million dollar funding programs for Northern British Columbia  NCR
May 5 -- Free Ride for Transit users in Prince Rupert, Port Edward comes to an end June 1st  NCR

April

April 30 -- Checkpoint plans and advice for travellers the theme of the day for the North Coast  NCR
April 30 -- Stay away from our recycling bins the call from Port Edward  NCR
April 30 -- Port Edward outlines Budget measures and new Strategic Plan  NCR
April 27 -- BC Transit extends Free rides for Prince Rupert/Port Edward until end of May  NCR
April 16 -- Port Edward Transit reductions (video)
April 16 -- Service changes announced for Port Edward Transit System
April 16 -- Changes now in effect for Transit Service in Port Edward NCR
April 7 -- Municipalities and First Nations sign on to call for Non-essential Travel restrictions to North Coast, Central Coast and Haida Gwaii  NCR
April 7 -- Port Edward keeps to governance schedule despite COVID-19 times  NCR
April 3 -- Municipal Government's across BC reviewing their budget making in response to COVID-19  NCR
April 3 -- Tourism Prince Rupert developing recovery strategy for tourism sector in wake of COVID-19 NCR
April 3 -- Season over for North Pacific Cannery Historical site, as Port Edward Historical Society announces closure for 2020  NCR


March

March 26 -- District of Port Edward Holds Off on any call of Local State of Emergency at this time  NCR
March 23 -- Port Edward set to work with in Prince Rupert, other local governments/organizations in response to COVID-19  NCR
March 20 -- District of Port Edward closes Municipal Offices, facilities NCR
March 20 -- Port Edward Harbour Authority reduces hours/services for Port Edward and Prince Rupert small harbours  NCR
March 6 -- Port Edward Fire Department to benefit from Emergency Preparation funding  NCR
March 6 -- Funding announced for Port Edward Fire Department

January

January 21 -- Consultation on newsletter, plans for release of Trail study among themes from Port Edward  NCR
January 15 -- Port Edward looks for Bids for Municipal Engineering and public works Consulting services  NCR
January 7 -- Property assessments up in Prince Rupert, down in Port Edward
January 2  -- Some Northwest Property Assessments up Dramatically  (video)
January 2 -- Assessments rise dramatically in Kitimat, Terrace
January 2 -- Kitimat and Terrace lead the way in Northwest on BC Assessment increases NCR


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Municipal Government 2019 -- District of Port Edward

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Our archive of items related to Municipal Government issues in the District of Port Edward for 2019.

2019

December

December 18 -- New Port Edward residents local clean up (video)
December 18 -- Port Edward couple cleaning up the community
December 13 -- Closed door is best deterrent in Port Edward (letter to NV editor)
December 5 -- What do you want Port Ed?

November

November 27 -- Port Edward Council sides with residents over contentious rezoning bylaw
November 19 -- Port Edward Council chambers full over campground dispute
November 13 -- Future is bright for Port Edward: Mayor Bjorndal to Rotary  NCR
November 1 -- Port Edward to hold Public Hearing on zoning amendments for Spruce Avenue properties  NCR

October 

October 25 -- Council Briefs: District of Port Edward
October 24 -- UBCM, rail crossings, and coal dust among District of Port Edward's notes for October  NCR
October 23 -- District of Port Edward launches online Housing Needs Assessment process NCR
October 4 -- UBCM Resolution Checklist: How the Northwest fared at the convention  NCR
October 3 -- Port Edward UBCM notes (video)
October 3 -- No complaints from Port Edward
October 3 -- Rural Dividend Funding program cuts echo across Northwest  NCR
October 2 -- Mayor Bjorndal says rural grant program suspension was 'right thing to do"
October 1 -- NCRD announces Closure of Regional Recycling Depot

September

September 30 -- Northwest leaders encouraged by Horgan's commitment to Resource Revenue Sharing
September 30 -- Prince Rupert and Port Edwards must say goodbye to their 24/7 recycling station
September 30 -- With plans for Transfer Station Closure, recycling takes a step backwards ... NCR
September 30 -- "We need to get an agreement in place that will stand the test of time:" John Horgan speaks to the work ahead for the Northwest Benefit Alliance initiative  NCR
September 28 -- Premier's address to UBCM provides reassurance for rural communities; but few dollars so far for revenue sharing concerns  NCR
September 27 -- Port Edward sets October 8th as date for Public hearing on land amendment  NCR
September 26 -- As summer season ends, BC Transit modifies its Port Edward service  NCR
September 26 -- New look website greets Port Edward residents providing for wider range of information  NCR
September 26 -- Wrong reception, wrong message ... the mis-steps of UBCM Schmooze night  NCR
September 25 -- Bus schedule change in effect for Prince Rupert and Port Edward
September 24 -- BC Government gives from one hand, while it takes from the other, that as it suspends Rural Dividend Fund  NCR
September 19 -- Coal Dust, Water treatment issues and UBC plans among notes from Port Edward for September  NCR
September 18 -- Mayor Bjorndal on UBCM priorities

August

August 22 -- What to do about Port Edward's feral cats? It's a moral question
August 21 -- Prince Rupert/Port Edward Fire Mutual aid update  (video)
August 21 -- CN construction in Port Edward off track
August 20 -- Port Edward's August report puts spotlight on new CAO, Summer Camp and delayed work by CN Rail  NCR
August 14 -- Port Edward Councillors say feral cats should be put down, no help from district to spay and neuter
August 14 -- Prince Rupert Fire Rescue put newest fleet additions on display; while some old topics remain unresolved  NCR

July

July 29 -- Canada wide search for CAO leads Port Edward to Terrace for new senior staffer  NCR
July 26 -- Terrace's economic development manager takes CAO job in Port Edward
July 11 -- Port Edward discusses issues with parking for travel trailers, more revenue expected from busing in 2019
July 5 -- North Pacific looks to maintenance and interpretive exhibits for focus of work this summer  NCR
July 5 -- Reminder fo Port Edward residents on Bear Awareness NCR
July 5 -- Roadwork, CAO search and train whistling are all works in progress for Port Edward  NCR
July 2 -- Port Edward Tot Park (video)


June

June 28 -- Port Edward and Prince Rupert Port Authority officially unveil the tot-ally new "Granny Annie" park
June 26 -- Port Edward Council
June 12 -- Port Edward Council updates on wolf attacks and work camp lease extended
June 11 -- Video of burnt treated materials shown on day one of Prince Rupert Port Authority trial

May

May 31 -- Add water supply delivery to the growing list of irritants between Port Edward, Prince Rupert  NCR
May 30 -- Port Edward may cut off water to Watson Island if Prince Rupert does not come to the table
May 27 -- Port Edward Fire Department launches recruitment drive for volunteers NCR
May 27 -- Port Edward makes plans for recreation program for this summer NCR
May 24 -- City of Prince Rupert call for de-incorporation of Port Edward not gaining much traction with the province  NCR
May 22 -- Rupert, Port Ed dispute (video)
May 17 -- Dangerous Goods and Rail (video)
May 15 -- Tax decreases for Port Edward residents
May 1 -- Port Edward Transit Fare changes to into effect today  NCR

April 

April 25 -- Workforce attrition (video)
April 24 -- Northwest local governments team up to fill in future employment gaps
April 23 -- Monthly bus passes on Port Edward route go up 
April 23 -- Northwestern governments team up for workface attraction and retention strategy
April 23 -- Changes to Prince Rupert to Port Edward bus fares 
April 17 -- The Bully Boys of Third Avenue West?  NCR
April 16 -- Port Edward Roadway closure part of April 23rd District Council agenda  NCR
April 16 -- Rupert- Port Edward dispute (video)
April 16 -- Province stepping in on Port Edward, Prince Rupert Dispute

March

March 29 -- Needle concerns in Port Edward  NCR
March 29 -- Port Edward names Interim Chief for Fire Department  NCR
March 29 -- Money for Diana Lake, promise of update on Ridley Tax Dispute among notes from Port Edward update  NCR
March 26 -- Port Edward begins search to replace departing CAO  NCR
March 15 -- Mutual Aid agreement negotiations between Port Edward and Prince Rupert stalled
March 15 -- Prince Rupert Fire crews won't help Port Edward after negotiations fail
March 15 -- Temperatures on the rise over Ridley Island Tax Dispute  NCR
March 14 -- Port Edward CAO says rot discovered under tiles is adding time and costs
March 14 -- Port Edward councillors raise Vopak emergency preparedness concerns
March 14 -- Port Edward CAO Bob Payette announces resignation
March 13 -- CAO for Port Edward resigns

February

February 19 -- Train whistling to continue just a little bit longer for Port Edward residents  NCR
February 11 -- Prince Rupert Council to explore options with  BC Transit fare increase planned for Port Edward service  NCR
February 8 -- Population count for Prince Rupert edges upwards in latest BC Stats review  NCR
February 7 -- Port Edward looks towards community garden planning  NCR
February 6 -- Wolf attack on dog this morning brings Conservation Officer Service to Port Edward   NCR

January

January 24 -- Port Edward Historical Society hopeful for grant funding success for 2019  NCR
January 11 -- How neighbouring North Coast Villages avoided the boil water notice
January 9 -- Port Edward sisters helping out (video)
January 7 -- Seniors housing units ready for tenants in Port Edward
January 4 -- Port Edward forced to shut off water to RV Sanidump
January 3 -- Port Edward turns off frozen pipes at RV Sanidump station
January 3 -- Kitimat sees largest of increases as BC Assessment Notices for 2019 head for the mail box  NCR
January 2 -- Property assessments take big jump in Kitimat - and amore modest rise elsewhere in Northwest 
January 2 -- Northwest Property Assessments (video)
January 2 -- Kitimat tops northwestern BC single family home value increase list


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Municipal Government 2023 -- District of Port Edward

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2023 District of Port Edward Budget information

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2023

December 

December 22 -- Port Edward reviews a busy year, with welcome for new senior staffer to come in January NCR

December 6 -- District of Port Edward hires new Chief Administrative Officer

December 5 -- District of Port Edward announces Todd Francis as new CAO NCR

November

November 24 -- District of Port Edward issues earning related to Wolf Activity NCR

November 23 -- Alta Gas Funding to supply new Port Edward recycling bin plans  NCR

November 22 -- Port Edward recreation area plans for near Galloway Rapids appear to be on hold, waiting re-application  NCR

November 10 -- Port Edward to host Special Council Session on November 11th NCR

November 3 -- Road Construction and New Business ventures for the community among notes from Port Edward Council NCR

October

October 31 -- District of Port Edward and Gitmaxmak'ay Nisga'a Society to explore redevelopment of General Store/Post office site NCR

October 23 -- Port Edward residents get reminder on Fire hydrant flushing program NCR

October 23 -- Port Edward calls on Erie Lemke once again to serve as CAO on interim basis NCR

October 17 -- Port Edward to move forward on Rezoning of waterfront land at October 24th session NCR

September

September 20 -- Port Edward Strategic Plan highlights core areas for excellence NCR

September 14 -- Fire regulations put hold on Port Edward Kinnikinnick Campground expansion 

September 6 -- Port Edward salutes two new businesses for the District; launches search for new CAO NCR

August

August 16 -- Port Edward Council to host special session tonight  NCR

August 15 -- District of Port Edward puts two lots up for distribution NCR

July

July 18 -- Port Edward residents have but a few weeks before Property Tax Bills are due for 2023 NCR
July 17 --  Port Edward puts out calls for proposal on Fire Hall envelope work NCR

July 7 -- Port Edward puts Oceanview Drive infrastructure work out for bid  NCR

July 7 -- District of Port Edward advises residents of water conservation through summer months NCR

June

June 22 -- District of Port Edward Annual Report available for review  NCR

June 20 -- Land Sales and Capital project plans among notes for Port Edward residents in June NCR

June 20 -- Port Edward highlights plans for new Fire Truck as part of latest community update  NCR

June 20 -- Speed a concern for Cannery Road in Port Edward following weekend incident NCR

May

May 24 -- Trigon Pacific invests $75K into new fire truck for Port Edward 

May 23 -- Port Edward stays true to "Clean, Neat and Green'

May 19 -- Port Edward gets $75,000 contribution towards new fire truck 

May 3 -- Port Edward ready for its Spring Tune Up this weekend, with volunteer project and clean up at mid-month NCR

April

April 21 -- Port Edward puts out the hiring call for Public Works post  NCR

April 14 -- District of Port Edward makes for modest tax increase of 3% for 2023 Budget NCR

April 6 -- Community Grant info, capital approvals for public works among notes from District of Port Edward Council sessions NCR

March

March 31 -- North Pacific Cannery Historical Site looking for staffers as season approaches  NCR

March 30 -- CityWest plans for Haida Gwaii Resiliency project outlined in correspondence to District of Port Edward NCR

March 29 -- Strategic Plan now in place for North Pacific Cannery Historical site NCR

March 8 -- Northwestern local governments press case for provincial taxation sharing

March 6 -- Port Edward announces new CAO

March 3 -- Prince Rupert and Port Edward receive almost $5M in Community Growth Funding

March 3 -- Province of BC announces that Infrastructure funding is on the way for Prince Rupert, Port Edward NCR

March 3 -- Port Edward Council members get a payday top up with remuneration amendment  NCR

March 2 -- Port Edward Mayor and councillors salary increases approved 

February

February 21 -- Port Edward firefighters will be safer with a portion of %6.3 million for PPE

February 16 -- Port Edward Volunteer Fire/Rescue among those to see some extra funding from province NCR

February 10 -- New $1 billion one-time grant program aims to help each of BC's municipalities and Regional Districts build for future growth

February 10 -- BC government looks to distribute 1 billion dollars to provincial communities towards infrastructure needs NCR

February 7 -- Prince Rupert and Port Edward sign $110,000 Prosperity Agreement 

February 6 -- Prince Rupert Firefighters receive words of thanks from District of Port Edward NCR

February 5 -- Oldfield Fish Hatchery proposing $1M move to Port Edward

February 2 -- District of Port Edward to host Public Hearing on Zoning plans for land off Highway 16 near Prudhomme Lake NCR

January

January 31 -- Prince Rupert and Port Edward set aside differences and sign new agreement to support Regional interests 

January 31 -- Prosperity the hope, as Prince Rupert and Port Edward sign agreement  NCR

January 30 -- District of Port Edward puts land up for Disposition, with plans for sale to Pacific Aurora Construction Management Ltd. NCR

January 27 -- Familiar name on the North Coast names as new Chief Administrative Officer for District of Port Edward NCR

January 25 -- Port Edward Council updates bylaw to extend length of campground visits 

January 18 -- District of Port Edward to host VOPAK project update January 25th  NCR

January 13 -- Ocean Centre Bus Pullout debuts after lengthy construction period  NCR

January 13 -- Port Edward, Prince Rupert set to sign off on Shared Prosperity Agreement NCR

January 13 -- Developers plan 7 cabins for rezoned Port Edward properties 

January 10 -- Port Edward receives two responses from recent concerns for Provincial Government NCR

January 10 -- District of Port Edward to review Service level policy for Port Edward Fire Department at Council Session tonight NCR 

January 10 -- Public Hearings, Council session kick off the year for Port Edward  NCR

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Municipal Government 2015 -- District of Port Edward

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2015

December

December 11 -- Port Edward Trailer Park evictions (video)
December 9 -- Trailer Park evictions in Port Edward (video)
December 9 -- Stonecliff Properties serve immediate eviction notices to Port Edward trailer park tenants

October

October 14 -- Port Edward Train Crossing upgrades (video)

September

September 16 -- Business in Vancouver zeroes in on Port Edward's place in the LNG landscape  NCR
September 10 -- No Access to Port Edward Boat Launch during repairs today and Friday  NCR
September 9 -- Northwest Community Readiness provides update to Port Edward Council

August

August 31 -- Port Edward trailer court shutdown date arrives
August 21 -- When it comes to forward momentum for development, Port Edward seems to be on a quicker pace  NCR
August 17 -- RCMP discuss presence, response in Port Edward
August 17 -- Northwest leaders meet on Resource Benefits Alliance  NCR
August 14 -- Northwest BC Resources Benefits Alliance to hold Summit on Revenue Sharing NCR
August 13 -- LandSea Camp Services outlines plans for North Coast Open Camp in Port Edward
August 12 -- Zoning for Port Edward subdivision formally passed
August 12 -- District of Port Edward approves funding for final bypass engineering work
August 10 -- Port Edward residents to get look at proposed housing development  NCR

July

July 29 -- Prince Rupert, Port Edward share more than $6 million in government funding
July 28 -- Prince Rupert infrastructure funding announcement  (video)
July 28 -- Infrastructure tour arrives on North Coast with funding for projects  NCR
July 27 -- A Port Edward primer from the Vancouver Province  NCR
July 22 -- For two Mayors, LNG means a new start
July 21 -- Mayors of Prince Rupert, Port Edward discuss LNG opportunities at BC Legislature
July 21 -- North Coast Mayors speak on LNG from steps of the Legislature  NCR
July 16 -- Port Edward officials reflect on fire response
July 15 -- Proponent clears first hurdle for multi-family development in Port Edward
July 7 -- Trailer Home Owners face eviction in Port Edward (audio)
July 7 -- Port Edward trailer park residents willing to fight to stay in park (audio)
July 6 -- Major fires prompt Port Ed evacuations, Rupert landmark destroyed
July 4 -- Port Edward brush fire breaks out
July 3 -- Port Edward Fire Rescue respond to major fire in the District  NCR
July 3 -- Wampler Way bypass delayed

June

June 18 -- What we have here, is a failure to communicate  NCR
June 17 -- Port Edward planning birthday
June 16 -- Port Edward poised to crack down on No Parking violators  NCR
June 11 -- RCMP seeks public assistance on Port Edward theft file  NCR
June 11 -- Prince Rupert landfill controversy (video)
June 10 -- Increased fee for landfill use raises the ire of Port Edward council

May

May 29 -- Port Edward worker accommodation plans questioned at council meeting
May 28 -- Rash of thefts hits Port Edward
May 26 -- Plans outlined for Port Edward logistic park
May 15 -- RCMP respond to policing concerns in Port Edward
May 4 -- Question period debated in Port Edward

April

April 30 -- No tax increase for Port Edward despite $982,500 capital projects plan
April 25 -- Rash of vandalism strikes Port Edward
April 16 -- Port Edward Councillor, CAO visit Petronas site in Malaysia

March

March 27 -- District of Port Edward begins planning for 50th Anniversary
March 18 -- Port Edward sounding the whistle on noisy trains

February

February 24 -- Election financing Math proves a little less complicated in Port Edward  NCR
February 20 -- North Coast Mayors meet with Community Minister Oakes on infrastructure and other issues  NCR
February 10 -- Port Edward bus fares along with Rupert
February 2 -- Whistling solution near in Port Edward

January

January 30 -- Port Edward future (video)
January 30 -- Port Edward future
January 29 -- Resident calls for more openness in Port Edward
January 21-- Chamber pushing for more flights, dock upgrades
January 20 -- Port Edward Work Camps (video)
January 20-- Port Edward Work Camps
January 5-- BC Assessments released for 2015 NCR

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Municipal Government 2021 -- District of Port Edward

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2021

December

December 16 -- Barge removal, air monitoring station among work ahead in Port Edward NCR

December 3 -- Capital Projects and purchases among themes for Port Edward Council to consider for 2022 NCR

December 2 -- Early stages for Industrial lot development in motion in Port Edward  NCR


November

November 19 -- Port Edward to host public auction for abandoned vehicle NCR

November 10 -- North Pacific Cannery needs to reel in $400,000 cash influx  
November 9 -- MP's correspondence to new Fisheries Minister highlights urgent crisis facing BC's Wild Salmon, concerns over derelict vessels in Port Edward NCR

November 3 -- North Pacific Cannery Historical Society seeks out General Manager for 2022  NCR

November 1 -- James Brown has a heart for safety

October 

October 29 -- Abandoned barge 'Scotch Cap' in Port Edward to bre deconstructed

October 28 -- Garbage issues bring reminder for Port Edward residents, along with prospect of further action for repeat offenders NCR

October 19 -- PNG advises of ongoing work in Prince Rupert area with notes on potential impact for residents NCR

October 18 -- Port Edward School is safe, despite cracking in foundation and walls

October 14 -- Wandering bear has Port Edward residents on alert  NCR

October 13 -- Prince Rupert Port Authority seeks bids for Deconstruction of Scotch Cap derelict in Port Edward NCR

October 12 -- Weather and ship groundings make narrative of Port Edward's October update  NCR


September

September 28 -- Port Edward Boar Launch returned to service, as plans continue for abandoned vessels removal  NCR

September 27 -- District of Port Edward points residents towards Conservation Officer Service for wold reports  NCR

September 17 -- PRPA voices frustration over lack of government assistance with abandoned vessels

September 17 -- Affordable housing progress, infrastructure Amon themes for Port Edward update for District residents NCR

September 14 -- Prince Rupert Port Authority says derelict vessels in Port Edward now stabilized (video)

September 14 -- Port Authority says two derelict vessels now stabilized near Port Edward

September 14 -- District of Port Edward to review plans for Port Edward LNG facility tonight NCR

September 14 -- District of Port Edward returns to Zoom only access to Council meetings NCR 

September 13 -- Port Edward Mayor on beached boats (audio)

September 10 -- Old ships in Port Edward break free from moorings and will cost around $2 million dollars to remove 

September 10 -- Two abandoned fishing vessels break from from moorings in Port Edward, causing damage, raising environmental concerns 

September 10 -- Port Edward still waiting for indications someone has a clean up and removal plan for derelict vessels  NCR

September 10 -- Port Edward mayor pleads for government assistance after near environmental mishap

September 9 -- Abandoned vessels cause damage in Port Edward (video)

September 9 -- Port Edward closes access to Porpoise Drive Boat Launch after beaching of derelict vessels  NCR
September 9 -- Derelict vessels become unmoored in Port Edward harbour and will be more than $2M to remove

September 7 --  Back to School means keeping watchful eye on School Zones NCR


August 

August 12 -- Prince Rupert area harbours to share in Federal funding for small harbour improvements  NCR

August 10 -- Housing themes highlight August Council's notes for Port Edward residents   NCR

August 10 -- Port Edward puts forward Bid Request for Firehall renovations  NCR

August 9 -- BC Transit set to introduce free passage for children 12 and under NCR

July 

July 23 -- Deadline looms for Port Edward's Search for Manager of Public Works NCR

July 20 -- With Bears starting to store, Port Edward issues a note on attractants  NCR

July 14 -- Port Edward update puts focus on housing plans for community  NCR

July 12 -- District of Port Edward celebrates railway milestone for community  NCR

July 12 -- Port Edward Firefighters upgrade their skills on Propane related fire firefighting  NCR

July 9 -- District of Port Edward launches affordable housing plan for community  NCR

July 8 -- With a few changes of note; Port Edward fire fighters get an appreciative and fitting send off NCR

July 6 -- Port Edward Wharf Reconstruction project goes to public consultation phase NCR

July 2 -- District of Port Edward seeks feedback from Child Care Society NCR

June

June 12 -- District of Port Edward Annual Report notes of year of challenges, prospects for future NCR

June 12 -- Port Edward SOFI report charts District's spending and expenses  NCR

June 12 -- Port Edward Council session notes of land sale, updated Community Plan and release of SOFI for 2021 NCR

June. 8 -- Sale of Lot, Report on Statement of Financial Income among themes for Port Edward Council tonight. NCR

June 4 -- North Pacific Cannery To Do List includes work on roofing, electrical and plumbing  items NCR

May

May 26 -- Port Edward ... Global TV is ready for your close up NCR

May 21 -- More Train Safety measures to be installed this week in Port Edward  NCR

May 20 -- New round of Federal funding will help towards rail safety initiatives across Canada NCR

May 19 -- District of Port Edward invites residents to review Official Community Plan, offer comments, attend Public Hearing   NCR

May 11 -- Northwest residents will have a chance to weigh in on rail safety when Committee hearings start in weeks to come  NCR

May 7 -- Port Edward sees end in sight for road reconstruction project; looks to engage Province on a new park for region  NCR

May 3 -- Port Edward notes on road progress, work on train whistle issues and water system flushing NCR

April

April 29 -- Kloiya Bay garbage dumping and unauthorized campers lead to possible gate lockage

April 26 -- Concerns as high as the tide that gates to Kloiya Bay will be locked

April 21 -- Port Edward and Province of BC exploring potential for new campground in the District; Council hears concerns from staff over garbage issues in region  NCR

April 20 -- Port Edward approves plans for air monitoring station from Prince Rupert Port Authority NCR

April 20 -- It's a dog's life in Port Edward  NCR

April 16 -- District of Port Edward invites residents to review Budget information and share comments before April 22  NCR

April 9 -- Social Media tells the tale of our unsettled weather and dangers it brings to travel

April 9 -- Another milestone for the Pembina LPG Terminal at Watson Island   NCR

April 7 -- Prince Rupert/Port Edward seek out Board member for Prince Rupert Port Authority position  NCR

April 6 -- Summer student opportunities beckon applicants in Port Edward  NCR

April 1 -- North Pacific Cannery Historical Site readies for summer work with quest for Maintenance Manager  NCR

April 1 -- Port Edward comes up with plan towards building inspector shortage  NCR


March

March 18 -- Local leadership praises the spirit of volunteerism at Prince Rupert community vaccine clinic

March 17 -- District of Port Edward looks for Manager for Public Works  NCR

March 16 -- Pembina testing may make a little noise for the neighbours for the next few days NCR

March 16 -- Container Port and Airport transit service among themes for BC Transit future service consultation for Prince Rupert and Port Edward NCR

March 8 -- March Update from Port Edward highlights interest in housing development, shares notes on challenges for North Pacific Cannery Historical Site NCR

March 3 -- Pacific Northern Gas called to Port Edward Tuesday to resolve gas leak situation NCR

March 1 -- North Pacific Cannery Historical Site to remain Closed for second season owing to COVID-19  NCR

February 

February 25 -- Tourism Prince Rupert to receive provincial funding for signage program; North Pacific Cannery Historical site gains funds for preservation work NCR

February 23 -- North Pacific Cannery to receive a portion of $16 million in provincial funding

February 16 -- Meet the firefighting crew that is 50 percent female (audio)

January

January 29 -- Port Edward survey gains feedback towards plans for development of a downtown area  NCR

January 26 -- Port Edward officials invite their residents to Zoom into the Council Room for tonight's Public meeting   NCR

January 12 -- BC Conservation Officer Service back on the North Coast after numerous wolf calls from Port Edward NCR

January 8 -- Contractor set to get road and infrastructure work underway in Port Edward  NCR

January 7 -- As property owners review their 2021 Assessments, Province outlines Home Owner Grant Financials  NCR

January 6 -- Port Edward LNG (video)

January 6 -- Port Edward holds public hearing for proposed small scale LNG

January 6 -- BC Assessment sends out residential property assessment 

January 5 -- District of Port Edward puts Alder Avenue housing plans out for expressions of interest  NCR

January 5 -- Smithers/Telkwa take regional lead in property assessments for 2021 NCR

January 4 -- Property assessments (video)

January 4 -- Northwest Property assessment have been released

January 4 -- District of Port Edward launches 2021 with call for members for the Volunteer Fire Department NCR
January 4 -- BC Assessments for 2021 indicate increases in valuations for many of Prince Rupert's high end neighbourhoods  NCR

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