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Promote a “zero waste”
philosophy to minimize the
generation of solid waste in
the City, while maximizing
reuse and recycling
initiatives.
Reduce the annual amount of
residential garbage being generated
per household and increase the
diversion rate. Implement 2010 Waste
Audit recommendations.
In 2012 the estimated annual waste
generated is 470 kilograms per
household, a small increase from
the 2011 annual waste generation
of 457 kilograms per household.
Facilitate a High
Quality of Life
Provide quality parks and
recreational opportunities.
Comparison to other communities.
Taxpayer feedback.
Chilliwack provides excellent
parks, trails and recreational
opportunities. New facilities and
parks completed in 2012 included
Webster Park, Webster Skate Park,
Island 22 Bike Park, Watson Glen
Park playground, Skelton Park
renovations and the Sardis Library.
Supported by CDI funding, the
Rosedale and Greendale community
schools successfully completed
their first year of community
programming. The Parks, Recreation
& Culture strategic plan process
began to review and identify facility
and service delivery needs in 2012
and will be completed in Spring
2013.
Facilitate the attraction
of community events.
Events held in local recreational
facilities.
Heritage Park, Prospera Centre,
and the Chilliwack Cultural Centre
booked year-round, including large
scale events. Partnership with the
Active Communities Committee
and Tourism Chilliwack for hosting
health and wellness events and
sport tourism opportunities.
Support cultural groups.
Facility and funding assistance.
The Chilliwack Cultural Centre
completed its second year of
operation hosting many large scale
shows and events attracting patrons
from throughout the region as well
as providing an important venue for
developing and showcasing local
artists and performers.
Foster community spirit.
Recognize volunteers.
Recognized volunteers through
the Annual Community Sport Hero
Recognition program.
Support community organizations.
Funded $1,296,000 through
Community Development Initiatives
policy in 2012.
Maintain, enhance and
promote the natural beauty
of Chilliwack.
Promote tourism.
Contract with Tourism Chilliwack.
Portray a visually appealing image.
Review opportunities for improved
signage.
Street tree program continues, and
greening improvement ongoing.
Provide a pedestrian friendly
community.
Partner with community
organizations and fund an annual
trail enhancement program.
Pursue funding opportunities for
pedestrian and cycling network
improvements
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| 2012 annual municipal report