Spring Clean-Up Week

Posted on: Feb 24 2010 - 11:23am

Extra refuse will be collected from City customers at no charge during clean-up week.

Monday compost collection will start on April 12.

VIEW for more information

Council Pictures (Past and Present)

Posted on: Feb 23 2010 - 3:46pm

As far back as 1955 when Emil Haugland was Chairman of the Village of Terrace, pictures of Council have been scanned and are available to view online.  Although we don't have pictures of every Council, quite a number are represented.

VIEW former Council pictures

Mayor’s Monthly Newsletter

Posted on: Feb 17 2010 - 12:00am

Mayor Pernarowski reports on his and Council's activities during the month

VIEW Mayor's Monthly Newsletters

Post Your Community Event

Posted on: Feb 16 2010 - 3:40pm

This Event Calendar is open to any organization whose events meet our Posting Criteria.

VIEW Posting Criteria, Disclaimer and Privacy Statement

SUBMIT your community event

Notice of Intention to Pave 4700 Block Davis

Posted on: Feb 04 2010 - 12:52pm

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Part 7, Division 5 of the Community Charter that Council of the City of Terrace intends to proceed with the construction of the 4700 Block Davis Avenue as a Local Area Service on Council Initiative.

General Description of the Work:

To undertake upgrading and asphalt paving to a 9.0 metre standard (including integral asphalt curb and storm drainage) on 4700 Davis Avenue, from Eby Street to the east property line of #1-4714 Davis Avenue, a distance of approximately 278 metres (913 feet).

Within thirty (30) days of the date of the publication of the second notice in the Terrace Standard (by March 12th), unless a majority of the owners representing at least one half of the value of the parcels which are liable to be specially charged, petition the Council of the City of Terrace not to proceed with it, the work may be undertaken as a Local Area Service.

VIEW Notice of Intention to Proceed with a Local Area Service - 4700 Block Davis Avenue Paving

Questions may be directed to the City at 250.615.4000
 

Olympic Torch Relay Came to Terrace

Posted on: Jan 29 2010 - 5:57pm

VIEW Torch Relay Map

9:00 am - Pancake Breakfast Salvation Army vehicle located in the upper Skeena Mall Parking lot

11:00 am - Refreshments served until the end of the celebrations

12:00 pm - Olympic Torch Relay Sponsors "Coca-Cola and RBC" show booths were open for public participation

12:30 pm - Celebrations began on the Olympic Celebration Stage (located on Eby Street in front of City Hall)

12:50 pm - Community Entertainment Segment #1:

Welcome & Blessing by Sharon Bryant - Kitsumkalum

Mascot Naming and Winning Entry Announced

Skeena Junior School Band

1:30 pm - Olympic Torch Relay began on Keith Avenue at Wal-Mart

1:50 pm Community Entertainment Segment #2:

Kitselas First Nations Dancers Welcomed the Flame

2:00 pm - Terrace's final Torchbearer Dave Jephson arrived at the Celebration Stage to light the Olympic Cauldron

2:05 pm - National Anthem performed by the Pacific Mist Choir "Sweet Adeline's"

2:10 pm - VANOC Entertainment

2:15 pm - Dignitary Introductions and Comments

2:30 pm - Community Entertainment Segment #3:

Pacific Mist Choir "Sweet Adeline's"

Skeena Junior School Cheerleaders

Playback - Local Youth Rock Band

2:50 pm - Olympic Flame left the Celebration Stage to journey to community of Kitsumkalum

3:15 pm - Olympic Torch Relay began at Kitsumkalum

6:00 pm - Olympic Torch Relay Community Celebration Dinner

Kitsumkalum Traditional First Nations Cuisine

Olympic Torch Relay Pictures

 
                 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


 

Community Services Guide

Posted on: Jan 29 2010 - 10:11am

The recent announcement that West Fraser is permanently shutting down its Eurocan operations in Kitimat means that residents in the Kitimat-Terrace Valley will face some challenges as jobs are lost in the region.

The District of Kitimat, City of Terrace and the RuralBC Secretariat, along with many community partners, have been working together to develop a Transition Strategy in response to the announcement.  This strategy is aimed at finding ways to help displaced workers from Eurocan and other businesses affected by the closure.

This Guide was designed to create one source of information for special programs, employment services, community and social services, worker adjustment and retraining opportunities in Terrace and Kitimat.  There is also information about government funding and financial services.

The Kitimat & Terrace Community Services Guide is sponsored by the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Community and Rural Development, Community Development Trust, and by Northern Savings Credit Union through its Community Reinvestment and Corporate Responsibility Initiative.  We gratefully acknowledge this financial support.

We sincerely hope this information will guide you to the experts who can help.  Together, we can move forward to the future.

Dave Pernarowski - Mayor, City of Terrace
Joanne Monaghan - Mayor, District of Kitimat

VIEW Kitimat & Terrace Community Services Guide

Council Meetings & Minutes

Posted on: Jan 25 2010 - 8:45am

The current Minutes have not been ratified until adopted at the next Council Meeting. If you have any questions regarding the Minutes, please contact the City Clerk at 250.638.4722.

Regular Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month (except for December and Stat Holidays) commencing at 7:30 pm in Council Chambers at 3215 Eby Street.

Leisure Services Updates

Posted on: Jan 25 2010 - 12:00am

Stay current on activities in our Leisure Services Department

VIEW schedules and programs

VIEW price list for passes and punch tickets

VIEW Leisure Services website

Ferry Island Contract Awarded

Don and Betty Anderson - Ferry Island Contractor (May to September)
Phone for Reservations: 250.615.2652 or 250.615.9567
E-mail: ferryisland@hotmail.com


Get Up and Go! Saturdays

Get Up & Go! is a physical activity partnership between selected Terrace schools and the City of Terrace to help keep you active despite the weather.  Two elementary schools, Cassie Hall and Clarence Michiel, are open Saturday afternoons for a range of sports activities.
VIEW more information on Get Up & Go! Saturdays

Aquatic Centre Events and News

 

Swim and Fitness Schedule

The Terrace Aquatic Centre Spring regular schedule covers the period March 15 to June 30, 2010.
VIEW Spring Swim and Fitness Schedule  

Spring Red Cross Swim Lessons Schedule starting March 29th

VIEW the Swim Lessons Schedule for Spring 2010  

Sportsplex Events and News

 

Fitness Programs

The new schedule (January 4 - February 26) includes a number of classes including cardio, body rolling, yoga and Zumba.
VIEW our fitness schedule and other programs offered

Sportsplex Winter Programs

The new schedule for Winter is available for programs at the Terrace Sportsplex.
VIEW our winter programs  

Public Skating Schedule - January 4 to March 28

Please note there will be NO Public Skating programs from March 3 to March 8, 2010 due to the Winter Games
VIEW Public Skating Schedule

Dancing Like a Star - Social Dancing for Every One

Join in the fun and fitness with friends, as Richard and Kelly teach you how to Fox Trot, Quick Step, Jive and Waltz with ease.  A number of class sets will be held commencing January 4th, 2010.
VIEW more information regarding the Dance Classes  

Terrace Healthy Living Program
 

Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Checks

Come and get your blood pressure and sugar levels checked on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 between 9:15 am and 10:15 am, with a follow-up check on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 between 9:15 am and 10:15 am
VIEW more information regarding Lilia Heslenfeld's Presentation

View Other LS Department News and Forms 

VIEW price list for passes and punch tickets

VIEW notices and forms

VIEW schedules and programs

VIEW Leisure Services website

Seniors Rental Housing Initiative

Posted on: Jan 08 2010 - 10:49am

Seniors and Disabled Housing Initiative

The City of Terrace continues to work closely with BC Housing in the final permit stages for the development of 24 units of accessible subsidized rental housing for seniors and disabled adults. The units will be constructed at 4620 Davis Avenue, former site of the Farmers' Market, in the summer of 2010. Applications for these rental units may now be placed with BC Housing.

BC Housing Application Process

It is anticipated that the 24-unit seniors and disabled housing project in Terrace will be ready for occupancy some time in the fall of 2010. Interested and qualifying seniors and/or disabled adults may apply to BC Housing at this time.

To apply, print off the pdf application form, and ensure you include the following specific wording on page 9 of the application:

Housing Preferences/Choices:

Option #1: Buildings - write "TERRACE INDEPENDENT SENIORS"
Option #2: Cities or Town - write "TERRACE, BC"

Once you have completed the application and signed as required, please mail to the Prince George BC Housing office:

BC Housing
Northern Region
1539 - 11th Avenue
Prince George, BC
V2L 3S6

Please contact BC Housing directly at 1.800.667.1235 if you have any questions about, or require assistance with, the completion of this application. Further details and information concerning the application eligibility criteria and the Seniors Rental Housing Program are available on the BC Housing website at www.bchousing.org

DOWNLOAD BC Housing application form

VIEW Housing Documents

Wood Stove Exchange Program Extended into 2010

Posted on: Jan 07 2010 - 12:00am

This spring is the last opportunity for homeowners to participate in the Provincial Skeena-Bulkley Valley Lakes District Woodstove Exchange Program and be eligible for the $250 provincial rebate however City of Terrace residents will still be able to participate in the City's Woodstove Exchange Program with rebates of $100 plus the waiving of the $50 building permit fee until the end of 2010 (or until all rebates are used).

For more information contact Tara Irwin, Sustainability Coordinator, at 250.615.4026

Measuring up the North: Terrace

Posted on: Jan 01 2010 - 1:55pm

As part of the Measuring Up the North initiative made up of 41 communities in the North, the City of Terrace Council appointed volunteer community members interested in improving Terrace's accessibility for persons with disabilities, seniors and families with small children.

The City's Measuring Up Terrace Committee received grant funding through 2010 Legacies Now which enabled the Committee to hire a Co-ordinator who worked with the Committee to conduct a Community Assessment and Strategic Plan.  In addition, the funding provided money to undertake some small projects that will help to improve accessibility in the community.  You may reach the Committee at cityhall@terrace.ca or by contacting Heather Nunn at 250.638.4722.

A Community Assessment Survey was distributed throughout the community seeking input on the City's existing level of accessibility, and for suggestions on how to make Terrace more inclusive and accessible.  Responses were collected until July 31, 2008, and results of the survey are posted below:

Kudos

News Articles

Disability Access Tour

Resources and Websites

Publications and Materials

City Approves 2010 Provisional Budget

Posted on: Dec 09 2009 - 4:32pm

Through a series of Committee of the Whole meetings and numerous presentations by community groups throughout November and December, Council has developed the 2010 Provisional Budget.  The Base Budget totals $15,957,904 and the Project Budget totals $3,632,093.

The Provisional Budget authorizes expenditures in the New Year and will be replaced by the 2010 to 2014 Financial Plan Bylaw (which needs to be adopted by May 15th, 2010).  After 2009 Year End, Council will modify the Provisional Budget by considering actual 2009 surpluses, project works-in-progress, property assessments, taxation and outstanding items.

VIEW Financial documents

City Passes Controlled Substance Property Remediation Bylaw

Posted on: Dec 09 2009 - 4:23pm

The City passed Controlled Substance Property Remediation Bylaw No. 1953-2009 in November.

VIEW Bylaw

The purpose of the Bylaw is to help ensure that grows ops and meth labs are not located in our community.  These properties pose a significant risk to the health and safety of occupants, neighbours and emergency first responders, as well as cause property damage.

For further information on the Bylaw, please contact the City at cityhall@terrace.ca or the RCMP at 250.638.7400

Clandestine Drug Lab

Here are some of the common chemicals and ingredients that can be used to produce methamphetamine (crystal meth):

  • Acetone;
  • Anhydrous ammonia;
  • Battery acid (sulfuric acid);
  • Brake cleaner (toluene);
  • Cold tablets containing pseudoephedrine;
  • Drain cleaner (sodium hydroxide);
  • Freon;
  • Iodine crystals;
  • Paint thinner;
  • Reactive metals (sodium or lithium);
  • Red phosphorus;
  • Starter fluid (ether).

If you see any of the above ingredients stockpiled in greater than usual amounts, it could be an indication that someone is operating a meth lab.

Meth Lab Indicators

The equipment and processes used to produce meth can also reveal the existence of a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory.  According to the experts, here are some indicators of a meth lab:

  • Propane tanks with fittings that have turned blue;
  • Occupants of the residence constantly going outside to smoke;
  • Blacked out windows (the occupants don't want any one looking in and will go to great lengths to keep their activities private.  There may also be an unusual amount of security, such as bars on the windows that seem out of the place for the area);
  • Large number of people coming and going without staying long.  This usually happens later in the evening and into the night;
  • Strong smell of urine or unusual chemicals such as ether, ammonia or acetone;
  • An unusual amount of cold tablet containers that list ephedrine or pseudoephedrine as ingredients;
  • Jars containing clear liquid with a white or red coloured solid on the bottom;
  • Jars containing iodine or dark shiny metallic purple crystals inside of the jars;
  • Jars containing red phosphorus or a fine dark red or purple powder;
  • Coffee filters containing a white pasty substance, a dark red sludge, or small amounts of shiny white crystals;
  • Unusual number of propane cylinders and fire extinguishers, which have been altered to store anhydrous ammonia;
  • Bottles containing sulfuric, muriatic or hydrochloric acid;
  • Bottles or jars with rubber tubing attached;
  • Glass cookware or frying pans containing a powdery residue;
  • A large number of cans of camp fuel, paint thinner, acetone, starter fluid, lye, and drain cleaners containing sulfuric acid;
  • Large amounts of lithium batteries, especially ones that have been stripped;
  • Soft silver or gray metallic ribbon (in chunk form) stored in oil or kerosene.

Many of the above items are found in normal household products, but if they are gathered together in higher than usual amounts, it could indicate meth production activity.

If You Find a Clandestine Drug Lab

Call the RCMP immediately at 250.638.7400 or Crimestoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477)

DO NOT:

  • touch anything in the lab area;
  • sniff any containers;
  • open or move any of the containers with chemicals in them;
  • smoke or eat anywhere near a methamphetamine laboratory;
  • attempt to clean up or dispose of a suspected meth lab yourself - this is a dangerous and complicated process which should be handled by trained professionals.

DO:

  • decontaminate yourself and your clothing as quickly as possible if you come in contact with a meth lab;
  • wash your hands and face thoroughly;
  • call your local authorities.

VIEW Background Article on Meth Labs and Grow Ops (PHH ARC Environmental Ltd)

Grow Operations - Marijuana

Grow Operations (Grow Ops) in buildings are a public safety problem throughout many areas of the Province.  Research shows that a house, apartment or condominium that contains a Grow Op is up to 40 times more likely to catch fire than a normal dwelling.  Fires in buildings with Grow Ops pose extreme dangers for neighbours and emergency responders including fire, police and ambulance.

Grow Operations - The Hazards
 

Grow Ops are associated with the following safety hazards:

  • Fire:  High consumption of electricity combined with illegal wiring can lead to serious fires that often spread to neighbouring properties.
  • Health:  The high temperatures and humidity associated with Grow Operations lead to the formation of mildew, fungi, and moulds that may be dangerous to human health.
  • Structural:  The high temperatures and humidity associated with Grow Ops may cause rot, freezing damage, and other structural problems.
  • Electrocution:  Electrical bypasses and sub-standard wiring combined with high electrical load can result in dangerous electrical hazards.
  • Toxic Substances:  Fumes from a Grow Op can accumulate or be vented to the outside.  Chemicals used in a Grow Operation can accumulate inside the building.
  • Violence:  The occupiers of a Grow Op are more susceptible to violence, extortion, or home invasion.
  • Booby Traps:  Because Grow Operations are targets for "grow rips", they are sometimes protected by booby traps.  They create further risks for visitors or first responders.
  • Children at Risk:  Children who live in a Grow Op are subject to physical dangers and the many health and safety hazards listed here.

For further information on the hazards posed by Grow Ops:

VISIT RCMP website

Costs of Investigation and Enforcement

The owner is responsible for all the fees and service costs of a Grow Op (or Clandestine Drug Lab) under the City's Bylaw, plus all the remediation costs.

Signs of a Grow Operation

If you suspect a Grow Operation, call the RCMP immediately at 250.638.7400 or Crimestoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477)



What to look for:

  • Occupiers are rarely at home;
  • People come and go at odd hours;
  • Construction sounds;
  • Minimal furniture and belongings moved in;
  • Minimal garbage outside on garbage days;
  • Little or no outside maintenance;
  • Pots, fertilizer bags, and potting soil stored outside (greater than usual quantities);
  • Bright lights that may be on timers;
  • Condensation on windows;
  • Windows are covered with blinds or black plastic;
  • Power surges or brownouts in neighbourhood;
  • Sounds (humming, fans, trickling water);
  • Strange odours (skunk or rotting cabbage);
  • Abnormally warm buildings.

Who to Call

If you recognize these signs and suspect a Grow Operation (or Clandestine Drug Lab) in your neighbourhood, do not investigate.  Contact one of the following agencies:

  • RCMP at 250.638.7400
  • Crimestoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477)

Information for Landlords

Many Grow Operations (or Clandestine Drug Labs) are set up in rental properties.  Often the buildings are substantially altered or damaged in order to accommodate the wiring and equipment needed.  The following information and advice is offered to help landlords protect themselves and their properties:

  • Obtain tenant references and follow them up;
  • Execute a signed Tenancy Agreement;
  • Exercise your right to regular property inspections - VIEW Residential Tenancy Act;
  • Be aware that one cycle of a Grow Operation requires 3 months to complete;
  • Be suspicious if your tenants suddenly have to move and want to transfer the tenancy to a third party without due process;
  • Be suspicious if your tenants insist on paying rent in cash;
  • Be suspicious if your tenants refuse or delay an inspection;
  • Know the signs of a residential Grow Op and watch for them;
  • If a property has been used as a Grow Operation or Clandestine Drug Lab, this information must be disclosed to prospective buyers and/or occupants.

Report Controlled Substance Properties

If an Owner (or their Agent) reports a Controlled Substance Property under the City's Bylaw within 24 hours of the discovery, AND before the RCMP or an Inspector first discover the contravention, the fees and service charges under the City's Bylaw will be waived.

VIEW Bylaw

Building Remediation

All buildings in which a Hazardous Condition exists and that are declared to be a Controlled Substance Property under the City's Bylaw No. 1953-2009 are posted DO NOT OCCUPY.  Before they can be reoccupied they must be remediated in accordance with the Bylaw and then certified by a Qualified Professional as substantially free of contaminants before they can be re-occupied.

For further information on the Bylaw, please contact the City at cityhall@terrace.ca

City Passes Wood Burning Appliance Bylaw

Posted on: Dec 04 2009 - 12:15pm

The Bylaw provides that all new Wood Burning Appliances must be a Certified Wood Burning Appliance that bears a certification mark certifying conformity with the Canadian Standard (CSA) or US (EPA) Standard.

The Bylaw also requires that only Permitted Wood Burning Appliance Fuels shall be used.  These are seasoned wood, untreated wood or manufactured products such as wood pellets or fuel logs retailed for use as fuel in a wood burning applicance.  "Seasoned wood" means wood with a moisture content of less than 20%, split and stacked in the open for a minimum of six months during the spring and summer, and covered during the fall and winter months.

The Bylaw also requires that Non-Certified Wood Burning Appliances are removed prior to the completion of the sale or transfer of real property on or after July 1, 2011.  In the case of newly installed Non-Certified Wood Burning Appliances, the City will be authorized to order their removal.

For more information regarding this Bylaw, contact:

Bruce Miller, Building Inspector
Phone:  250.615.4023
E-mail:  bmiller@terrace.ca

VIEW Wood Burning Appliance and Operation Bylaw 1952

VIEW other City Bylaws

City Implements Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program

Posted on: Nov 20 2009 - 3:46pm

Qualifying owners of a residential property can receive a rebate of 50% up to a maximum of $250 per winter (subject to demand).  Applicants must submit the completed Application Form to the City's Public Works Department before being eligible for financial assistance.

VIEW Application Form and Qualifications

VIEW Reimbursement Form

Applications can be delivered or sent to:

Public Works Department
5003 Graham Avenue
Terrace, BC  V8G 1B3
Fax:  250.635.3467
Email:  tkaluga@terrace.ca

If you have questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 250.615.4021 or e-mail tkaluga@terrace.ca

Snow Removal - No Parking on City Streets November 15 to April 1

Posted on: Nov 12 2009 - 10:47am

To facilitate snow removal, parking on City streets is prohibited during winter months (November 15th to April 1st).  Any vehicle that impedes snow removal and/or road maintenance work on any snow removal route can be towed.

Also, it is an offence to place snow from any private property onto the road Right-of-Way; it creates drainage blockages, buries and plugs up fire hydrants and interferes with routine snow plowing and/or road maintenance.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Attachment

Housing Terrace

Posted on: Nov 10 2009 - 1:51pm

Housing Needs Assessment 

Eberle Planning and Research and HB Lanarc were retained by the City of Terrace to complete a Housing Needs Assessment Study and to provide directions to address these needs.  The purpose is to clarify areas of housing need and provide up to date data on the supply, diversity and condition of the housing stock.  The results of the Housing Needs Assessment will assist in the OCP Review process and provide needed direction for future City and community actions.  The Housing Needs Assessment "Housing Terrace: Trends, Needs and Directions 2009" was presented to Council by the Housing Needs Task Force.

Northwest Affordable Housing Forum

An Affordable Housing Strategy Workshop was held in Terrace on November 12, 2009 and the presentations made are available on the City's website.

VIEW Housing Needs Assessment Study and Workshop Presentations

Northern Health Authority

Posted on: Oct 28 2009 - 10:10am

For more information on H1N1 Vaccination Clinics, visit the Northern Health Authority website

Waste Diversion Working Group Recommendations Report

Posted on: Oct 14 2009 - 3:15pm

This report emerged out of the Terrace 2050 Sustainability Strategy planning process.  It is an initial list of recommendations and corresponding actions considered by Council at the October 26th Council Meeting.

Please send any comments/feedback on this Report to:

Tara Irwin at tirwin@terrace.ca

VIEW City of Terrace Waste Diversion Working Group - Recommendations Report

Terrace 2050 Sustainability Strategy

Posted on: Oct 14 2009 - 3:11pm

This Strategy has been prepared over the course of 2009.  It has evolved through public meetings, staff discussions, stakeholder interviews and a City policy review. 

Comments/feedback can be directed to:

Tara Irwin at tirwin@terrace.ca

VIEW draft Terrace 2050 Sustainability Strategy

City Inducts New Members to the Order of Terrace

Posted on: Oct 08 2009 - 9:29am

Six individuals were inducted into the City's Order of Terrace at an awards ceremony held October 7th, 2009 for their outstanding contributions to the community.

VIEW Press Release

VIEW more information on the Order of Terrace

Northwest Transmission Line

Posted on: Sep 16 2009 - 1:10pm

September 16, 2009 - The Federal Government announced up to $130 million in funding towards the construction of the Northwest Transmission Line

VIEW City of Terrace Press Release

VIEW Federal Government Press Release

VIEW Federal Government Backgrounder

Terrace is Kraft Hockeyville

Posted on: Sep 10 2009 - 6:20pm

The City hosted an exciting pre-season NHL game on September 14, 2009 between the Vancouver Canucks and the New York Islanders to standing room only crowds.  George Little Memorial Park was also packed with spectators who watched the game on the big screen.  It was an awesome event!  Thank you to all who were a part of this event, for all who voted for Terrace in the competition, and to all the sponsors and Committee members who made it happen.

VIEW message from Mayor and Council

CBC Kraft Hockeyville - Website

March Press Release

Bear Safety

Posted on: Aug 15 2009 - 10:23pm

The City of Terrace is concerned with bear safety in its community. The City encourages its residents to take proactive and preventative measures to minimize attractants for bears, and bear/people conflicts.

Information on simple measures that can be taken are found through the following Ministry of Environment publications and websites:

VIEW more information about the City's symbol - the Kermodei (Spirit) Bear

Investment Opportunities in Terrace

Posted on: Aug 15 2009 - 3:38am

Resource Materials

VIEW more information on Economic Development in Terrace

Welcome New Director of Finance

Posted on: Aug 15 2009 - 12:00am

Ron Bowles is the City's new Director of Finance.  Ron and his wife, Heather, and their 3 children are looking forward to life in Terrace and all that our area has to offer.  Ron came to the City from the District of Houston where he was the Director of Finance, and he previously worked in the Village of Telkwa as their Chief Administrative Officer.  Ron has many years in the private and non-profit sectors, and has formal education in accounting, engineering and project management.  When not in the office, Ron enjoys skiing and hunting.  Welcome Ron!

Ron fills the position left by Judy Degerness who retired after over 20 years of dedicated service to the City.  We wish Judy all the best in her retirement.

City of Terrace to Receive $600,000 in Community Adjustment Funding

Posted on: Aug 11 2009 - 11:51am

Press Release - City of Terrace Receives $600,000

George Little Park Spirit Square

Posted on: Jul 31 2009 - 2:38pm

Press Release - George Little Park Spirit Square

City Launches New (Redesigned) Website

Posted on: Jul 27 2009 - 10:46am

After several months of planning and development, the City of Terrace is pleased to announce the official launch of its new website.

VIEW Press Release

We welcome your comments and feedback, as well as suggestions for further development.  These can be sent to cityhall@terrace.ca

Council Initiatives 2009

Posted on: May 22 2009 - 11:15am

With input from staff and members of the public, the City has identified some of the initiatives that they'll be working on in the coming years.

VIEW Council Initiatives Brochure for 2009

Terrace 2050

Posted on: May 22 2009 - 8:24am

In 2009, the City of Terrace is looking to the future. We are revising our Official Community Plan and developing a Sustainability Action Plan.

Terrace 2050 Visioning Sessions were held on April 23 and 24, 2009 at the Skeena Mall.  Following these kickoff sessions, we gathered and compiled community input for our City of Terrace display at the Terrace Trade Show which took place May 1-3, 2009 at the Sportsplex.  This also provided an opportunity for further community input.

VIEW Terrace 2050 documents

Downtown Revitalization Tax Exemption Program

Posted on: May 20 2009 - 12:49pm

The Downtown Revitalization Tax Exemption Program will provide an incentive for new construction and redevelopment of existing properties to encourage the development of the downtown core.

DOWNLOAD Downtown Revitalization Tax Exemption Program Bylaw

Town Hall Meeting

Posted on: Apr 17 2009 - 5:44pm

The City of Terrace held its first Town Hall Meeting in a number of years on March 10, 2009. It was well attended and many comments were received about Council's initiatives and proposed budget for 2009.

DOWNLOAD the Town Hall Meeting Presentation and Comments Received

Terrace Infrastructure & Recreation

Posted on: Mar 20 2009 - 2:57pm

The City of Terrace is receiving over $1.2 million in Federal and Provincial funding to improve drinking water reliability during power outages, enhance local pedestrian pathways and strengthen local government services. 

READ more

Forest Service Roads

Posted on: Mar 20 2009 - 2:43pm

Residents of the Northwest will benefit from $4 million to improve travel and safety conditions on nearly a dozen local Forest Service roads, Forests and Range Minister Pat Bell announced March 20, 2009. 

READ more

Spirit Square

Posted on: Jan 29 2009 - 2:12pm

The City of Terrace is pleased to announce the award of the design contract for the George Little Spirit Square Revitalization Project to the team of Phillips-Farevaag-Smallenberg and Allnorth Consultants Ltd.  This team exemplifies excellence in urban planning & design, landscape architecture and civil engineering design and construction.  It is anticipated that a high quality master plan for the revitalization of this key civic place will be developed.  Following the completion of the master plan a significant transformation of this space will be completed in the summer of 2009 with the assistance of the B.C. Spirit Square program.

The City, along with design consultant Phillips-Farevaag-Smallenberg, hosted a public open house on April 2, 2009 to present the concept design for revitalizing lower George Little Memorial Park. The input received will determine the final master plan for the transformation of this key civic space.

DOWNLOAD docs, presentations, and feedback forms here

 
Contact Info:

David Block, City Planner
Phone: 250.615.4028
E-mail: dblock@terrace.ca

Airport Lands

Posted on: Apr 19 2007 - 3:53pm

The Kitselas First Nation and the City of Terrace signed a co-operation agreement on April 19, 2007 to partner in the development of approximately 800 acres of potential industrial land immediately south of the Northwest Regional Airport (Terrace-Kitimat).

The agreement paves the way for a transfer of the land, currently under the Province's control, to a joint venture structure that will plan, develop and market the land.

The City and the Kitselas First Nation hope to use this industrial land development as one of the key components of an economic revitalization initiative to build on the strengths that exist in the region.

Seniors’ Needs Study

Posted on: Feb 01 2007 - 11:35pm

The City, with funding assistance through the Ministry of Community Services - "Seniors in Communities Dialogue" initiative, recently undertook a Seniors' Needs Assessment in the Terrace area. The purpose was to increase our knowledge of the existing seniors' programmes in the area, understand the strengths and weaknesses of existing programmes and the roles of other groups involved in providing services to seniors, and explore the possibility of new initiatives. Issues discussed included housing, transportation, health care, recreation, social and support services; generally speaking, what makes Terrace a good place for seniors to live and how we can make it even better.

This Seniors' Needs Study would not have proceeded without the funding support we received through the Ministry of Community Services, and the participation of the UNBC Rural and Small Town Studies Research Team who, in conjunction with the local Committee, developed and  conducted the interviews, and prepared the final reports.

Special thanks to:

UNBC

* Greg Halseth
* Neil Hanlon
* Carla Martin
* Laura Ryser

City and Regional District

* Councillor Lynne Christiansen
* Councillor Marylin Davies
* David Block
* Denise Fisher
* Andrew Webber

and to all the participants in the interviews. Without you, the Seniors' Needs Assessment would not have been possible.

REPORTS

* Executive Summary Report
* Methodology Report
* Population Background and Trends Report
* Final Report
 

Forestry Task Force

Posted on: Feb 01 2007 - 3:57pm

The Forestry Task Force Implementation Committee was appointed by the City of Terrace Council from a list of volunteers attending the “Communities in Crisis” Conference held in the fall of 2003. The Committee was tasked with developing the results of this Conference and providing an advisory report. This report provides the City of Terrace Council with a prioritized set of recommendations regarding the considered interests of Council on forest industry related matters.

VIEW Forestry Reports

Community Forest

Posted on: Feb 01 2007 - 12:30am

VIEW Community Forest Overview and Task Force Report

The City of Terrace sees the establishment of a Community Forest as part of a long-term solution to the problems we are currently facing in the region, as well as an opportunity to promote management of the area’s forest resources. Some of the benefits to the region if this initiative is successful will be:

Improved Opportunities to Access Fibre for Local Business and Entrepreneurs;

Educational Opportunities for Community Colleges whose Students are Planning Careers in the Forestry Industry;

Local Jobs for the Skilled Work Force in the Region;

Practicing Alternative Environmentally Friendly and Innovative Harvesting Techniques;

Recreational Opportunities with the Development of Regional Sites;

Reducing the Impact on Local Business of Fluctuations in Markets. Smaller Specialized Operations will not Create such an Economic Impact during these Fluctuations than that of the Current Large Licence Holders;

Goods and Services Bought Locally will Benefit the Entire Community.

Spirit Bears in Terrace

Posted on: Jan 31 2007 - 11:35pm

The City of Terrace was a proud supporter of the Lions Spirit Bears in the City project. The monies raised by this BC Lions Society initiative will go towards helping children with disabilities.

Local artists, partnered with sponsoring organizations, have created very unique and distinctive bears throughout the community.

Make a point of finding the Spirit Bears placed throughout Terrace and area, and admire the creativity and talent of our local artists.

 
Artist:

Warren Adams
"Spirit Bear Mother"

 Dyan Myhr
"Luna's Pod"

Tamara Skubovius
"Susatia"
Sponsor: Scotiabank/Downtown Merchants Assn. V1500 Holdings Inc. CIBC
Location: 4600 Block Lakelse Location: Grand Trunk Pathway Grand Trunk Pathway
 
Artist: Lynne Christiansen
"Bear Fishing"		 Joe Mandur, Jr.
"Raven's Promise"		 James Grant
"Raven's Wish"
Sponsor: T&D Medical Assn. City of Terrace Alcan
Location: Park Ave. Medical Bldg. Public Library Across from Info Centre
 
Artist: Joe Mandur, Jr.
"All Spruced Up"		 Joe Mandur, Jr.
"Gone Fishing"		 NWCC Students
"NWCC Spirit of Learning"
Sponsor: Bear Creek Contracting Bandstra Transport. NWCC
Location: Northern Motor Inn NW Regional Airport Northwest Comm. College

 

Terrace has a long-standing relationship with this rare bear (a sub-species of the black bear family), having adopted it as the City's corporate symbol in the 1980's, and more recently having officially marked the Spirit Bear, Kermode Bear, Kermodei Bear, and Moksgm'ol under the Trade-marks Act in 2004. The bear is featured in the City's logo, advertising and marketing, as well as wares and products. Sightings of this distinctive white bear in the Terrace area are always a cause for excitement.

As with all wild creatures, bears must be treated with the utmost respect. Please keep your distance if you come upon any bear, and do not attempt to feed or approach them. Mothers are extremely protective of their cubs and there should never be any move made towards the cubs. When in the wilds, ensure that you are heard, so that you do not stumble upon wildlife. For further information on bears and wildlife, please contact the Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection

Regrettably, two of these protected animals have been illegally poached over the years. Fortunately, they have been preserved for visitors and residents to enjoy - stop by City Hall to view the mounted bear in our Council Chambers, and/or pick up a City of Terrace pin featuring the Kermodei Bear. The other Spirit Bear is available for viewing at the Northwest Regional Airport.

News

Spring Clean-Up Week

Extra refuse will be collected the week of April 12 - 16, 2010

Council Pictures (Past and Present)

Pictures of Councils going back to 1955 are now online

Mayor’s Monthly Newsletter

News from the Mayor's Chair - February 2010

Post Your Community Event

The City invites you to post your event in our Community Events Calendar

Notice of Intention to Pave 4700 Block Davis

The City of Terrace intends to proceed with the construction of the 4700 Block Davis Avenue as a Local Area Service on Council Initiative

Olympic Torch Relay Came to Terrace

On Monday, February 1st the long-awaited Olympic Torch came to Terrace

Community Services Guide

This Guide provides information on various community services available in the region

Council Meetings & Minutes

Council meetings are held in Council Chambers at City Hall (3215 Eby Street)
Download Council Agendas and Minutes

Leisure Services Updates

Check here for info on Leisure Services special events and facility schedules

Seniors Rental Housing Initiative

Applications for these rental units are now being accepted by BC Housing

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Events

Feb 13 2010 to Apr 24 2010

Get Up & Go! Saturdays

Free activities and programs designed for ages 8 to 12 and 13 to 18

Feb 22 2010 to Dec 27 2010

Regular Council Meeting

Regular Council Meetings are held in Chambers at 3215 Eby Street

Mar 20 2010 to Mar 20 2010

Seedy Saturday

Seedy Saturday is a seed exchange and garden fair.

Jul 16 2010 to Jul 17 2010

Music & Friends 2010

An open air, two-day, family-friendly music festival featuring a varied program of rock, country, pop, classical, bluegrass and everything in between!

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