16 City of Chilliwack 2022 HIGHLIGHTS GOOD STEWARDSHIP OF MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE y Invested $3M into road rehabilitation program y Replaced Booster Pump Stations at Chilliwack Mountain Zone 3 and Promontory Zone 3/4 y Replaced Sardis Sports Complex ice plant compressor with energy efficient equipment y Completed construction of raising the West Dike, between Sumas Prairie Road and Vedder Canal ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP y Introduced Guided Nature Sessions to educate and engage with residents about local wildlife and ecosystems y Achieved a curbside diversion rate of 68% and reduced curbside recycling contamination rate from 7.9% to 6.2% y Single-Use Item Reduction Bylaw came into effect, prohibiting plastic bags, straws and utensils, foam take-out containers and cups STRONG NEIGHBOURHOODS y Installed new Multi-Use Game Areas at the Landing complex and Watson Glen Park y Installed two washroom facilities in the downtown area y Installed a new play structure, with accessible play features, at Webster Park y Completed Little Mountain Stairs y Installed six drinking fountains throughout the city COMMUNITY SAFETY y Provided fire safety and emergency preparedness sessions to more than 1,500 people y Conducted after-action review of 2021 atmospheric river event and assisted impacted residents with recovery efforts y Provided training and education to develop career and POC (Paid on-Call) firefighters VIBRANT ECONOMY y Enhanced crosswalks with pedestrian activated flashing beacons throughout the city y Installed 39 new LED streetlights in the downtown area y Approved public art to continue to enhance the downtown area COUNCIL’S STRATEGIC GOALS Council’s strategic goals provide a framework for the decisions made by Council and guide the City’s approach for delivering services to the community. Financial Stability Plan for current and anticipated community needs while maintaining reasonable property tax levels for taxpayers. Good Stewardship of Municipal Infrastructure Ensure proactive and preventative maintenance of roads, utility, water systems, civic facilities and municipal fleet. Environmental Stewardship Encourage waste diversion and a "zero waste" philosophy, reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gases while protecting waterways, riparian zones and airsheds. Strong Neighbourhoods Support accessibility, inclusion, diversity and truth and reconciliation. Fostering community spirit, attracting community events and supporting cultural groups, while providing high-quality parks and recreational opportunities. Vibrant Economy Contract with CEPCO for economic development and encouragement of development in the downtown area. Work to create an environment that is positive to business creation. Connected Community Provide opportunities to hear from the community, meet with other levels of government and share information throughout the community. Organizational Excellence Employ recruitment strategies that focus on attracting the best workforce, while providing opportunity for internal advancement. Provide focus on workplace safety and on-site training while encouraging ongoing professional development. Customer Service Ensure employees receive customer service training in order to provide excellent and efficient service to the public. Community Safety Safety encompasses a wide range of services including fire safety, comprehensive emergency management plans and training. It further includes support of RCMP initiatives and improvements in traffic safety. Annual Report 2022 17
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