Quesnel Council Highlights - September 5th mtg

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

New Equipment for the Quesnel Fire Training Centre

Council approved the purchase of the forcible entry training simulator for the Quesnel Fire Training Centre, from the Fire Training Centre Reserve fund, at a cost up to $14,000.

Rogers New Communication Tower on Two Mile Flat

Council is satisfied that Rogers met the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada consultation requirements for the proposed tower location - 2950 Cariboo Highway 97N.

Development Services 

Council approved Echen Healing Society's development variance permit for the additions of two roof extensions along the front of the daycare at 324 Hoy Street.

Change to Council Meeting Agendas

A small change will be made to the Council meeting agenda, allowing Councillors to share details of past and future events.

Reducing Bear Conflict - August 22nd News Release

Ensure you take these steps to reduce bear conflict:

Do not store garbage outdoors. Garbage can be kept inside a garage or shed if it’s bear proof. Odorous garbage can be kept inside a plastic bag and frozen until garbage day.

Remove all fruit from the trees in your yard. Fruit can be stored indoors while it ripens. Let friends or neighbours pick your fruit if you are not going to use it. Determine if the fruit trees are necessary or if they are still wanted, if they aren’t, replace trees with non-fruit bearing species.

Birdseed or suet filled bird feeders will attract bears through the odours they emit. Birdseed and suet are high protein food source for bears. Use bird feeders only in the winter when bears are hibernating, and natural bird food is limited.