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2010 Operating Budget Update

On November 17, Mayor and Council were presented with an update on the 2010 Operating Budget. The City Manager and General Manager of the Financial Services Group presented an overview of the budget process thus far as well as their recommendations and next steps.

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Get involved in the 2010 Operating Budget. We want your opinion on how we can prioritize services and keep property taxes down. Offer your ideas to Mayor and Council on service levels and property tax increases for 2010. Also share your thoughts on municipal electoral reform such as council term limits, candidate and party spending limits and the business vote.

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Pay parking stations coming to Granville

A new, convenient, green way to pay for parking is coming to Granville Street at the end of November. New solar-powered pay parking stations will replace individual metres on Granville between Nelson and Drake Street (1000-1200 block).

They’re easy to use: enter your licence plate number at any pay station; pay by coin, credit card or phone for the parking time you need; and print and take the receipt (No need to leave receipt on dashboard).

Each parking stall will be no further than four parking spots away from the nearest pay station. The parking stations will be energy-efficient, provide improved security against vandalism and theft, and can be more easily monitored for servicing than standard meters. This trial program is part of the overall Granville Street redesign project, which includes improved lighting, street furniture and new trees for the area.

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Got leaves?

Autumn is here and the leaves are turning and falling to the ground. To avoid clogging drains and flooding streets, please clear leaves away from curb-side catch basins (drains).

The City is removing leaves from streets and collecting unlimited leaves from homes every second week until January 31.

Remember to set out your yard trimmings cart (green lid) with your leaves on your scheduled yard trimmings collection day. If your cart becomes full, please use a "leaf can" (standard garbage can) or a biodegradable paper bag for your extra leaves. Please do not place your leaves in plastic bags, your garbage cart, or rake or blow your leaves into the street.

How to prevent flooding

Leaf removal program

Have your say

New postings added to "Have your say":

Public Hearing
December 1

Help shape the future of Mount Pleasant’s residential areas
November 25, December 9

Motorcycle and scooter parking: considering the options

Discuss the 2010 Operating Budget and take the survey

Downtown Capacity and View Corridors Study

Share your thoughts about Vancouver's first open data catalogue

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Get involved

New postings added to "Get involved":

Vancouver's civic bodies need volunteers
Deadline: November 20

New cultural infrastructure grant program
Deadline: December 9

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Heavy rainfall may cause cloudy drinking water

As a result of extremely heavy rains that have fallen, it is possible that tap water will become cloudy or coloured.

Cloudiness, or turbidity, occurs when sediment or organic material is washed into the region’s reservoirs by the runoff from heavy rainfall. As turbidity increases, it has been reported that there is the potential for an increase in gastrointestinal illness.

Disinfection levels have been increased as a precaution and Metro Vancouver continues to monitor water quality closely.

In anticipation of increased turbidity, residents may wish to set aside a supply of tap water in containers.

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Temporary removal of street furniture

Starting in December, street furniture (primarily litter containers and news boxes) will be temporarily removed from certain areas of the City due to security requirements. This is part of the City's preparation for the 2010 Winter Games.

Existing litter containers will be removed and temporary litter receptacles will be installed around venues and along major pedestrian corridors.

All of the items removed will be returned to their original locations at the conclusion of the Games.

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Planning renovations or a redevelopment?

Come to a free open house hosted by the City and the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association to learn more about renovating or redeveloping in the City of Vancouver: Saturday, November 21 from 1 to 4:30 pm at the Renfrew Community Centre, 2929 East 22nd Avenue.

City staff will give presentations on: building a new house or garage; home additions; laneway housing; choosing contractors; and landscaping or tree removal. Information booths will provide even more information and advice on regulations, guidelines, and the process for obtaining City permits.

Presentation times on specific topics

Winners of Cultural Harmony Awards

Winners of the 2009 Cultural Harmony Awards: Vancouver Adapted Music Society and children and families advocate, Joy Manuel were honoured with trees planted in their names in the Cultural Harmony Grove located under the the Burrard Bridge on Thursday, November 19.

The Vancouver Adapted Music Society works to expand awareness of, and appreciation for, the talents of musicians with disabilities.

Joy Manuel is honoured for her long service to children and people in need.

Learn more about the awards

Mountain View Cemetery Walking Tours

Explore the history and rich culture of Mountain View Cemetery. Join us on a walking tour of the cemetery on Sunday, November 22 at
10 am.

Cost: $10. No reservations are necessary. Look for the big red flag near the listed location.

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Bright Nights at
Stanley Park

Get in the holiday spirit and take a train ride through Stanley Park's forest displaying two million twinkling lights. Starting November 27 to January 2 from 3 to 10 pm, see the animated displays and listen to holiday sounds as you enjoy hot chocolate, fresh popcorn and roasted chestnuts.

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Latest Burrard Bridge statistics

The latest Burrard Bridge statistics are now in for Week 15 (October 19 to 25) of the trial.

City staff will report back to Council after the 2010 Winter Games with options for permanent bridge improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles.

Please note: the bridge's southbound west curb vehicle lane is a southbound bike lane, the west sidewalk is for pedestrians only and the east sidewalk is for northbound cyclists only.

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Share your home during the 2010 Winter Games

Share your home with Olympic visitors for a good cause by using Home for the Games, a new web-based system matching visitors and hosts for home stays, with half the fee supporting organizations fighting homelessness. There’s no cost to register a room. Hosts set their own rates, keep 50 per cent of the home-stay revenue and receive a tax receipt.

Learn more about Home for the Games

Learn more about the bylaw and tenant registry

City's new media room now online

Check out the City's newly launched media room. View the latest City news or walk through our new photo and video gallery where photos and videos are available for download.

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Want to know more about laneway housing?

On July 28, Council approved laneway housing. Laneway housing is a small house or cottage at the rear of a lot, typically where the garage is.

View examples and learn more about regulations and guidelines

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