It was a long night for council with three delegations, one from Global LNG, Port Edward Harbour Authority and Pacific Coast Pilotage.
There are presently 13 LNG projects in B.C. Asia is the largest importer and Prince Rupert is well positioned for this market.
We are still a couple of years away before we will see any activity with operational start dates in 2021. Of course they will be looking to employ as many local people as possible, one does wonder if the provincial government is researching the proper skills for these types of project.
The Port Edward Harbour Authority monitors the wharfs both in Prince Rupert and Port Edward, it was suggested that a member be from Prince Rupert and have another fisher on the board also.
Pacific Pilotage has three rotational pilots in prince Rupert and the questions was asked about having permanent staff based in Prince Rupert. This is not in the works as it would require six pilots and Prince Rupert is well served with three at present.
A new helmet bylaw was passed making it mandatory for skateboarders to wear helmets. In my view this will be hard and costly to enforce.
There is also an 11 unit apartment building planned for the end of Graham Ave. zoning to be changed from R2 to RM2.
The applicants and registered owners are: Prince Rupert Living Concepts Inc., Kevin Newton and Don Scott.
Tuesday 25 February 2014
Monday 6 January 2014
From Council meeting of Jan.06,2014
It was a short public council meeting, mainly to approve the loan amendment for the airport.
This bylaw was passed with councillor Thorkelson opposing the motion.
Her opposition was not to the loan itself however the process in which the loan was approved.
Councillor Ashley also noted her opposition to the process, however voted in favour of the motion.
Also approved was the cemetery fees bylaw and the utilities rate increase bylaw.
This means residents can expect approximately a $50.00 increase in their yearly utility bill.
It was noted that 25% of the waterlines in Prince Rupert are pre 1925 with an estimated 70 year lifespan.
The province is looking for input on restricting the amount of spending a municipal candidate can make on his/her campaign. The City will post the link on it's website. Comments are due by the end of January of this year.
Terrace is arranging more information meetings on the LNG projects and council will try and "piggy" back on this and have representatives come to Prince Rupert.
This bylaw was passed with councillor Thorkelson opposing the motion.
Her opposition was not to the loan itself however the process in which the loan was approved.
Councillor Ashley also noted her opposition to the process, however voted in favour of the motion.
Also approved was the cemetery fees bylaw and the utilities rate increase bylaw.
This means residents can expect approximately a $50.00 increase in their yearly utility bill.
It was noted that 25% of the waterlines in Prince Rupert are pre 1925 with an estimated 70 year lifespan.
The province is looking for input on restricting the amount of spending a municipal candidate can make on his/her campaign. The City will post the link on it's website. Comments are due by the end of January of this year.
Terrace is arranging more information meetings on the LNG projects and council will try and "piggy" back on this and have representatives come to Prince Rupert.
Saturday 4 January 2014
Seagull in distress
On my walk with Zoe (my border collie/terrier cross) at the waterfront we came across an injured seagull.
I tried to cover it up with a small towel in order to pick it up and bring it to the wildlife shelter
Unfortunately the towel was too small, and was not a good idea anyway since I had my dog with me.
A couple of ladies where able to call the shelter and a rescue was on it's way.
Gunther Golina showed up and we loaded the poor fellow into a cage, and it was transported to the shelter.
Hope he recovers quickly.
If you would like to support the shelter you can visit the website Prince Rupert Wildlife Shelter
The phone number is 250.624.4143,
They accept monetary donations as well as supplies such as food. etc.
If you wish to volunteer, give them a call.
Wednesday 1 January 2014
2014
Happy New Year
2014 promises to be an adventure for most of us.
There are many new projects happening and new retailers making Prince Rupert their new home.
The Pellet Plant has been operating for a month and things appear to be going well.
I am optimistic that the city fathers and administration are planning to move forward and take the City out of it's long time depressing state of mind.
We will be having a municipal election come November for a new mayor and council. I believe the mayor and most of council will be running for an extra term.
The challenges the new council faces will be exciting and rewarded.
Here's to 2014
2014 promises to be an adventure for most of us.
There are many new projects happening and new retailers making Prince Rupert their new home.
The Pellet Plant has been operating for a month and things appear to be going well.
I am optimistic that the city fathers and administration are planning to move forward and take the City out of it's long time depressing state of mind.
We will be having a municipal election come November for a new mayor and council. I believe the mayor and most of council will be running for an extra term.
The challenges the new council faces will be exciting and rewarded.
Here's to 2014
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