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Electric Vehicle Charging Report
November 28, 2018
The BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) has released its Phase 1 report on electric vehicle (EV) charging. The scope of the report explores the potential regulatory issues, including the level of regulation necessary in the EV charging service market; rates for EV charging and other matters of concern to the BCUC as the energy regulator.
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Southern Mountain Caribou Update
November 28, 2018
At the 2018 UBCM Convention members endorsed resolution B116 from the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) seeking in part, “real consultation with affected communities before announcing decisions” related to the southern mountain caribou recovery plan.
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Excellence in Sustainability
November 28, 2018
The Community Excellence Awards recognize and celebrate UBCM members that excel in meeting the purposes of local government and demonstrate successful pathways for others to follow. This week we are highlighting the Regional District of East Kootenay, our 2018 winner in the sustainability category, for its Accelerate Kootenays project – a collaboration with the Regional Districts of Central Kootenay and Kootenay-Boundary that has resulted in Canada’s first community-driven regional electric vehicle (EV) charging network.
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Understanding Thermal Energy Systems
November 28, 2018
As more developers, local governments and landowners look to own and operate thermal energy systems (TES), the BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) has issued a fact sheet to assist in understanding the regulatory requirements for these types of projects.
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Executive to Fill Vacancies
November 21, 2018
The UBCM Executive has decided to fill three vacancies as a result of the recent local government elections – Vancouver Metro Area Representative and two Directors at Large, as provided for within UBCM bylaws and policies.
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Provincial and Federal Housing Announcements
November 21, 2018
The Province is further implementing its 30-point Homes for BC plan, announcing: 4,900 mixed-rental units under the Building BC: Community Housing Fund; housing size restrictions for the ALR; and regulations for a new condo and strata assignment register. The federal government has announced a redesigned homelessness strategy backed by $2.2 billion over 10 years.
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Budgeting for Increases to RCMP Compensation
November 21, 2018
RCMP member unionization will likely lead to an increase in policing costs for communities that utilize RCMP policing services. Local governments must also be cognisant that RCMP member pay has been frozen for nearly two years, and plan accordingly with regards to the retroactive financial impacts.
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UBCM Executive Meeting Highlights
November 21, 2018
The UBCM Executive held its first, quarterly board meeting on November 15-16, 2018. Seven committees met to set priorities and work plans for the coming year. Executive members adopted goals and priorities, held an orientation session, and confirmed direction for filling vacancies on the Executive following the 2018 local government elections.
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Regional Pilot Focuses on Entrepreneur Immigration
November 21, 2018
Is your community interested in attracting new business entrepreneurs? The Ministry of Jobs, Trade and Technology has introduced the Entrepreneur Immigration-Regional Pilot under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
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Climate Change and Asset Management Primer
November 7, 2018
Climate Change and Asset Management – A Sustainable Service Delivery Primer was developed in partnership between the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, UBCM and Asset Management BC. The Primer introduces an approach for integrating climate change considerations throughout the asset management process.
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