2009 COMMUNITY NEWS
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// H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information //
"SWINE FLU & YOU" - Update from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention
"PREPARING FOR THE FLU SEASON" - Information for Individuals and Businesses from Pacific Blue Cross
NOTICE:
Effective November 19, 2009, H1N1 vaccine is available for all individuals from 6 months and up free of charge.
// STORM SEASON IS HERE: BE PREPARED! //
The District of Kent would like to give residents a few helpful tips when preparing for severe storms.
- Ensure that eaves troughs are free of debris to allow rainwater to flow freely.
- Clear leaves and debris away from drains, storm water intakes and curb drains in front of residences.
- Ensure items, which are damageable and susceptible to flood waters, are removed from crawlspaces and basements in homes that are located within a floodplain.
- Check to ensure sump pumps are in working order.
- Ensure any items that might be blown around and/or torn loose, during a storm, are secured.
- Trim dead branches and cut down dead trees, located on your property, to reduce the danger of these falling onto your house during a storm.
- Report concerns about trees on municipal property to municipal hall.
- Inspect backwater valves if your home is equipped with one.
- Install a backwater valve and sump pump. This is an effective prevention strategy for homes experiencing basement flooding. This type of installation must be approved by the municipality. It is recommended to have the work performed by a qualified plumbing contractor. Additional information can be found at www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/co/maho/gemare/
- Contact the municipality if debris is noted within a drainage ditch restricting drainage flow.
- Prepare personal emergency supply kits for your home, car and work. Additional information on preparing for severe storms and other emergency events can be obtained from www.pep.bc.ca
The District of Kent has been preparing for the storm season by removing sediments and vegetation from drainage ditches as part of the annual ditch maintenance program. The program is intended to ensure water flows freely away from fields, lawns and residences to help prevent the likelihood of flooding. Drainage works in 2009 included the cleaning of approximately 9.9 km of agricultural ditch (4.8 km was cleaned in 2008).
Additionally, the District of Kent public works crews have been preparing for the season by inspecting, repairing and cleaning storm drains, storm mains and culverts throughout the District.
Please contact the District of Kent at 604-796-2235 if you require any further information.
// PHYSICAL ACTIVITY MEASUREMENT SURVEY //
News Release
// DISTRICT OF KENT ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN //
Active Transportation Plan.pdf
Report Panel Figure 1 Shoulder Bike Routes.pdf
Report Panel Figure 2 Shared Bike.pdf
Report Panel Figure 3 Off Street Paths.pdf
Report Panel Figure 4 Transit.pdf
Report Panel Figure 5 Blueways.pdf
// HIGHWAY 7 & 9 INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT //
Project Information Sheet
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DISTRICT OF KENT AGRICULTURAL AREA PLAN IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC VIEWING AND COMMENT //
The Draft Plan will also be available through the District of Kent booth at the upcoming Agassiz Fall Fair, September 19th. Public Open House Meetings to receive public input on the Agricultural Area Plan have been scheduled as follows:
Wednesday, October 28, Foyer, Agricultural Hall, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Wednesday, October 28, 2009, Foyer, Agricultural Hall, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
An overview presentation on the plan will be given followed by questions from those who attend. Members of the Steering Committee will be available to answer questions and receive your comments and input.
THE DISTRICT OF KENT STRONGLY ENCOURAGES ITS RESIDENTS TO REVIEW AND COMMENT ON THE DRAFT PLAN
If you would like to provide input or suggestions at any time prior to the Open House Meetings, don’t hesitate to contact Darcey Kohuch, Chair of the Steering Committee at 604.796.2235 or by email at dkohuch@district.kent.bc.ca or get in touch with Don Cameron by email at don.cameron@telus.net or by phone toll free at 1.888.535.5282
// HIGHWAY 9 CROSSWALK CONSTRUCTION - PUBLIC NOTICE & INFORMATION BROCHURE
Click here to view the public notice.
Click here to view the information brochure.
// WOOD BURNING APPLIANCE EXCHANGE PROGRAM
On August 1, 2009 the Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) launched a region-wide Wood Stove Exchange Program. The program is operated at a community level through grants provided by the province.
The program's objective is to improve air quality in the region by lowering wood smoke emissions and to provide all residents with information about cleaner and safer wood burning techniques.
Under this program the District of Kent residents are be eligible to receive a $250 rebate if they exchange their old (non-EPA approved) wood-burning appliance for a new (EPA-approved) appliance.
For more information about the program, and to find out if your old wood burning appliance, and your new replacement appliance qualifies, visit the FVRD's website or call Sabina Kasprzak, the Exchange Program Coordinator, at 604-702-5047.
A partnership between the Province, UBCM and the Knowledge Network has resulted in creation of a fantastic website called Picture BC. Six photos have been selected from many pages of wonderful images captured by Stephan Baker to represent the District of Kent. The project is now complete and everyone can enjoy photos, videos, and great write ups from all around British Columbia. Website link: http://www.picturebc.ca
// AGASSIZ COMMUNITY GARDENS //
A place where people who do not have a garden of their own can get a plot of land to grow things.
View Location HERE.
Where is the Garden located?
Around the corner from Kent Builders across from Trailer Park
Garden Plot
Each gardener member is entitled to one plot, 20 ft x 20 ft
Additional plots at $20 per plot – limit of 3 plots per family
Contact for information or membership:
Agassiz Community Gardens Society
P.O. Box 25
#2 – 7092 Pioneer Avenue
Agassiz B.C. V0M 1A0
604-796-1222 or 604-796-1080
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