Upper Nicola Band to hold special election for three council vacancies
—- By Kenneth Wong Upper Nicola Band announces upcoming special election following...
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Byelection set to fill Merritt council seat
The City of Merritt will hold a byelection to fill the council seat of Claire Newman, who was killed in an apparent hit-and-run in July 2023.
Dan Manuel elected Chief of Upper Nicola Band
Election season is over for members of the Upper Nicola Band (UNB), following their election for the office of chief.
No by-election to replace resigned Merritt Councillor
The decision will save the city approximately $50,000.
Cannabis shop buffer zones not to be reviewed, says Council
After research done by City of Merritt staff, Merritt’s current cannabis shop buffer zone bylaw was not found to be an outlier in any direction compared to similar municipalities.
Open house planned to discuss Official City Plan
The City of Merritt wants to hear from the public on the updated Official Community Plan.
Councillor looking to spread the wealth
Councillor Bhangu will be out and about in the community on Oct. 29, 30 and 31, handing out gift cards – with one caveat.
Logan Lake hires new CAO
The District of Logan Lake has a new Chief Administrative Officer, with Wade Archambault taking over the duties from interim CAO Randy Diehl.
Changes coming to Claybanks RV Park rates
A slight rise in prices to rates for the city-owned Claybanks RV Park was recently approved by Council 5-1.
Mayor throws support behind music festival returns
At the Oct. 12 regular City Council meeting, letters of support for grant applications for both the Bass Coast and Rockin’ River festivals were presented.
Washroom Working Group plans new locations
A handful of washrooms have been suggested to be added to public space within the City of Merritt.
Former Grasslands site approved for rezoning
Merritt City Council has given their approval for the land to be rezoned as only Residential Modular Home.
Council awards scholarships to high school grads
Student Annie Baek was awarded a $1,000 scholarship by Mayor and Council at July 20th’s regular council meeting.
Voght Street project goes to Public Hearing
A development proposal for a vacant land parcel at 3350 Voght St. will be going to Public Hearing on July 27.
Council approves pickle ball lease
Merritt City Council has approved a three-year lease for the Merritt Pickle Ball Club to share the lawn bowling facility.
Unity Cannabis a hot topic at City Council meeting
Both the public and business owners were fired up to give their opinions on the possible new pot shop, both positive and negative.
Proposed cannabis store decision pushed
The decision to recommend a licence to a new cannabis shop downtown has been pushed to a later date after receiving public input.
Construction of disc golf course starting this weekend
Merrittonians will soon have a new option for outdoor recreation with the installation of a disc golf course at Bench Park.
Merritt Councillor receives leadership certificate
Councillor Mike Bhangu recently received a Certificate in Local Government Leadership (Level 1), from the Local Government Leadership Academy.
Public Hearing called for Voght & Grimmett development changes
Public input is being asked for in a Voght Street developer’s change of plans.
