Enderby could embrace a national program that promotes civic pride.
Shirley Fowler, an Armstrong councillor, made a presentation Monday to Enderby council on the Communities in Bloom program.
“We’re looking for volunteers to take on the cause,” said Coun. Brad Case.
Beyond flowers, the program encourages beautification and clean streets and properties.
“It’s great to see how it affects the whole community,” said Coun. Roxanne Davyduke.
Information about Communities in Bloom will be at the Enderby Volunteer Fair April 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Enderby Seniors Centre.
Auditor presents report
The City of Enderby has been given a clean bill of health financially by uts auditor.
On Monday, council received the 2015 audited financial statements from Rossworn Henderson Chartered Accountants.
“We’re in decent financial shape,” said Mayor Greg McCune.
The audit shows an increase of $1 million in cash from 2014 and a decrease in temporary investments by $2 million. The decrease is partly a result of capital projects in 2015 such as upgrades to Mille Avenue and Belvedere Street.
There was an increase of $827,000 in expenditures from the budget.
“The Community Charter requires the municipal auditor to report to the council on the annual financial statements of the municipality,” said Jennifer Bellamy, the city’s chief financial officer.