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Coldstream road work proceeds

The district has awarded an $856,868 road maintenance contract to Okanagan Aggregates for 2017
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With spring officially here, Coldstream is moving ahead with transportation upgrades.

The district has awarded an $856,868 road maintenance contract to Okanagan Aggregates for 2017.

“We have a global goal to spend $1 million a year on roads and we’re working within that budget,” said Coun. Richard Enns.

The district had received three bids and Okanagan Aggregates was the lowest.

“It is recommended that we proceed with the construction of Bessette Road, Anjou Drive, Ridgemont Drive, Varsity Drive, Fairmont Place, College Drive, Wolfe Drive, Lavington Way, Sarsons Place, Upland Heights, Senita Court, Wilmar Way and Glendora Way,” said Michael Baker, director of infrastructure services.

Final budget approval

Coldstream has its financial house in order for 2017.

Council members adopted the budget Tuesday, including a 2.5 per cent tax increase.

“It’s a very responsible budget,” said Coun. Pat Cochrane.

“We are meeting current needs and getting a start on planning for the future.”

The tax increase translates into an additional $58 a year for the average residential property.

As part of the 2.75 per cent tax hike, 1.5 per cent will go towards infrastructure needs, replacement of park assets and put funds into a community hall reserve for upgrades or replacement of the Women’s Institute Hall.

Vaping rules sought

Coldstream is joining the fight against smoking and vaping.

Council will support the Canadian Cancer Society’s campaign to make outdoor public places smoke and vape-free.

“The Canadian Cancer Society invites all B.C. municipalities to endorse the society’s recommendation that the province expand the scope of the Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act to include bar and restaurant patios, playgrounds, parks and beaches as smoke-free areas, with ministry guidelines legislated for post-secondary campuses,” said Jenny Byford, the society’s advocacy lead.

“The society is calling on the B.C. government to update provincial legislation so all British Columbians have equal access to clean air and positive role modelling.”