News and Alerts
July 2018
News, events and public announcements are all posted here regularly. Bookmark this page and check back to stay up-to-date on Village life.
Vandals at Village Park turn on Park Public Address System
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The Village Park Public Address system was installed in the 1990s to be used during events at Village Park. The Public Address system includes a siren for notification of users of Village Park. This system does not have anything to do with the Village’s emergency response process.
Smoky Skies Bulletin including East Vancouver Island (South, Central and North)
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Smokey Skies Bulletin to include Comox Valley
Candidate Nomination Packages Now Available
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The 2018 local general election will be held October 20, 2018.
Open House and Public Hearing on Cannabis Retail Sales
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The open house will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 6 pm with the public hearing to follow at 7 pm.
Invitation to Tender – Village of Cumberland 2018 Road and Utility Works
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The Village invites tenders for the supply and installation of utility works and road repair.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday, July 25, 2018
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Unlimited recycling and unlimited organics/yard waste will be collected.
LWMP, Cannabis Regulation and Development Permits on the Agenda
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The next Council meeting in on July 23, 2018 at 5:30 pm.
Join Us for a Picnic in the Park!
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A community event at Village Park on Saturday, July 21, 2018 from 4-8 pm.
Perseverance Creek Streamkeepers dry weather fish rescue
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The Perseverance Creek Streamkeepers Society carries out fish rescue on an “as-needed” basis throughout the watershed every spring and summer.
Report Forest Fires to 911 or *5555 on Your Cell
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Reporting fires early is key to wildfire suppression.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday, July 18, 2018
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On Wednesday, July 18, 2018, unlimited organics/yard waste and one can of garbage will be collected from single family residences in Cumberland.
Outdoor Water Restrictions In Effect Until September 30
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Watering in the early in the morning or in the evening helps conserve soil moisture.
Notice of Alternative Approval Process (AAP), Wastewater Upgrade Project
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Electors may submit an elector response form until August 24, 2018 opposing borrowing up to $4.4 million for the wastewater treatment upgrade project.
Cumberland Economic Development Coordinator Hired
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Kaelin Chambers will be the main point of contact for businesses and non-profits in Cumberland.
Employment Opportunity – Senior Planner
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Applications will be received until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 23, 2018.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday, July 11, 2018
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Wednesday July 11, 2018 unlimited recycling and unlimited organics/yard waste will be collected
Island Health Offers Five Tips for Safer Drug Use at Festivals
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Island Health is urging people to be vigilant if they choose to consume substances at festivals this summer.
July 9, 2018 Council Meeting Agenda is Now Available
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The agenda for the July 9, 2018 council meeting has been posted.
Road Closures on July 8, 2018 for BC Bike Race
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Parts of Dunsmuir Avenue will be closed from 6am to 10am on Sunday.
Cumberland Breaks Ground on New Water Treatment Plant
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Work continues to improve the quality and resiliency of our community water system.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday, July 4, 2018
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On Wednesday, July 4, 2018, unlimited organics/yard waste and one can of garbage will be collected.
New Washroom Building Unveiled at Cumberland Lake Park
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The new building features four private showers, accessible features, and a private family washroom.