District continues to urge caution around creeks and rivers

Rainfall expected to continue through next week.

Steady rainfall is expected over the next week and that means water levels in our local creeks and rivers will remain high. Please continue to stay clear of all creeks and rivers, and creekside trails, due to elevated water levels, swift moving currents, and bank erosion. With the rain continuing, there is also concern regarding blocked catch basins due to fallen leaves. District crews are checking catch basins and clearing leaves from the openings, however, residents and business owners are asked to check the catch basins in front of their properties and to clear away any leaves from the openings in order to ensure that adequate drainage is maintained. 

Another concern during periods of heavy rainfall in any mountainous community is the possibility of landslides, debris flows or flooding. Not all creeks are subject to debris flows and, similarly, not all slopes are prone to landslides. To access information about debris flows and landslides, go to www.dnv.org/hazards. Is your family prepared for an emergency? The North Shore Emergency Management Office offers free emergency preparedness workshops. Visit www.nsemo.org or call 604-983-7440 for more information.

Snow and Ice Removal

Snow season is upon us

District staff monitor road and weather conditions throughout the winter months. When adverse conditions are forecast, crews and equipment are dispatched to clear streets on a priority basis.

Click here for more information on the District’s snow and ice clearing policy, how you can prepare for winter storms, useful resources and links, and more.

Improving North Vancouver's Business Climate

The District is reviewing land-use regulations that affect businesses

The District is actively working on ways to improve the business climate and to encourage economic development in North Vancouver. As one part of this work, the District is reviewing land-use regulations (its Zoning Bylaw) that impact industrial and commercial properties.

To read more, click here.

Do you follow the District on Facebook or Twitter?

We're looking for your feedback

If you follow the District on Facebook and Twitter, we’re looking for your input. We’d like you to tell us what kind of information you’d like to receive via Facebook and Twitter.

Send us your comments via Facebook (find us at www.dnv.org/facebook), send us a tweet (we’re at www.dnv.org/twitter), or email us your thoughts.

Get Home Safe

This holiday season, the District is proud to support Operation Red Nose

This holiday season North Vancouver District is proud to support Operation Red Nose (ORN), a free service that offers a safe ride home to motorists who have been drinking or who do not feel fit to drive their own vehicle.

Click here to learn about Operation Red Nose service offered on the North Shore.

Pet of the Month

Meet Buddy, November's pet of the month!

Buddy is hoping not to have a blue Christmas here at the shelter. A medium-haired male adult cat, Buddy would be happy to share his future home with other pets and as many people as possible to love him. He enjoys affection and will come running and sit for his cookie too! This cat has it all going for him, brains, looks, charm. Did we mention how good he looks in a sweater?

If you’d like to adopt Buddy, or any of the other animals at the shelter, please contact us at 604-990-3711 or at paws@dnv.org.
 

Notice from Metro Vancouver

Heavy rainfall expected to cause cloudy drinking water

As a result of extremely heavy rains that have fallen on the steep mountains above Metro Vancouver’s water supply lakes, it is possible that tap water will become cloudy or coloured within the next 24 hours.

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.

Water quality updates will be posted to Metro Vancouver's website, www.metrovancouver.org.

For more information on weekdays, please contact the Metro Vancouver Information Centre, at 604-432-6200.

You're Invited: Forum on Youth, Families and Alcohol

Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Centennial Theatre

You are invited to attend a Forum on “Youth, Families and Alcohol,” sponsored by the North Shore Family Court and Youth Justice Committee.

The Forum takes place:

Wednesday, November 25, 2009
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Centennial Theatre (2300 Lonsdale Avenue)
FREE admission

Click here for more information. To view the event poster, click here.
 

Heritage Awards: Call for Nominations

Nominations accepted until Tuesday, December 8, 2009

The District’s Community Heritage Commission is currently accepting nominations for its 2009 Heritage Awards, to be presented in February 2010.

Click here for more information about the awards. Click here to download a nomination form.
 

Construction Advisory

Indian River Drive Rock Stabilization Work

The District of North Vancouver will be carrying out rock stabilization work on Indian River Drive at km 3.8 (by the second switchback) and on Firelane 6.

Residents should expect some delays and periodic road closures during construction. For details on construction work and road closures for this project, please click here.

Thank you for your cooperation as we carry out this important work. Every effort will be made to complete the work as quickly as possible. For more information, please call 604-990-3848.