- Angie McPherson Acting programmer for Leisure Services in her delegation gave a summary of the many programs offered by Leisure Services. She spoke about the summer programs, plans for the future including intergenerational garden boxes and the Senior Ambassador Program. These senior ambassadors have been present as advisors three days a week at the Fitness Park. Both Ms McPherson and Mayor Manjak spoke of the provincial recognition that Cranbrook’s Leisure Department has received for its innovative programs especially with seniors.
- In administration updates Joe McGowan, Public Works Superintendent presented the City’s Water Loss Control Program, which will be initiated this November. This is a unique custom made five year program utilising the expertise of four separate companies whose monitoring and modification of water pressure will acquire data for computer software which in the end will be able to determine those areas of the water delivery system that has developed leaks. Mr. McGowan noted that in the best case scenario in any North American city the water loss would be 10%. He went on to say we might be anywhere from 10 to 50% loss. Currently we don’t know. Mr. McGowan noted that the training given to employees by these companies would also be shared with employees from other municipalities resulting in a wider knowledge base for water conservation. He hoped the final result of this project should be that we exceed The Columbia Basin Charter for Water Conservation. Mr McGowan did not give a cost for this innovative program but in any case the long term cost benefit should be worthwhile especially if it now becomes easier to identify and replace leaking infrastructure in an expedient manner.
- Councillor Scott gave an update on the Snow Angel Program. This idea has been suggested on several occasions including at a past Brown Bag Lunch. Thanks go to those who have managed to get the program up and running. Volunteer Kootenay will be coordinating the program and we look forward to contact and access information for those people who would either like to volunteer for snow shovelling or for those who might have need of a volunteer.
- Erosion and Sediment Control Bylaw. At councils’ recommendation there will be a workshop held before year-end for interested parties and stakeholders. This workshop will be advertised.
- Deer. Councillor Whetham gave an update on the Deer Committee’s progress. The next step will be deer count, which will be undertaken over three Saturday afternoons. More spotters may be required. People interested in spotting can leave their names at City Hall.
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