DISTRICT OF KITIMAT
Annual Report
2013
Kitimat celebrates
It’s 60th Birthday
Looking into the
Future, Remembering the Past! Centennial Park, City Centre, Kitimat, B.C.
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District of Kitimat 270 City Centre Kitimat, British Columbia Canada V8C 2H7
Phone: 250-632-8900 Fax: 250-632-4995
Email: [email protected] Website: www.kitimat.ca
2013 marked Kitimat’s 60th Anniversary. Throughout the year the residents of Kitimat celebrated the birthday by celebrating Kitimat’s past and embracing the future of the community. The community was treated to various special events which included:
A birthday party on Sunday, March 31st (Kitimat’s Birthday) free public swimming, public skating and open gym at the various recreational facilities. Balloons, birthday cake, hot dogs, clowns face painting, games and Kitimat trivia were all part of the celebration in each location. On the evening of the 31st a special fireworks display was held for the community; A special Kitimat Anniversary float in the Canada Day parade; Heritage hikes and walks to areas in Kitimat explaining the history and importance of each location throughout the summer; Outdoor movie nights in the park on July 26th and 27th. Hotdogs, popcorn and drinks were available for those in attendance; A summer long photo display in the City Centre Mall showing a wide range of photos from Kitimat’s past.
In addition to the above, the Municipality wanted to share important stories with community residents about items from Kitimat’s past, so each month a story was published in the Northern Sentinel newspaper. The stories focused on the naming of Kitimat landmarks, buildings in the community, important people from Kitimat’s past and significant events from Kitimat’s history.
Finally, in an effort to involve the teenagers in the community, a youth film festival was held for persons between the ages of 13 – 18 years. Various categories were set up. All entries had to create and edit their films around the theme of “My Kitimat – what Kitimat means to me.” All films received were shown at the high school in a short film display. Prizes were awarded at the end of the display for those that were recognized in each category. The Film Festival was such a success that it is being held again in 2014.
Kitimat looks forward to the next 60 years with a great optimistic outlook on a bright future.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTORY SECTION
MAYOR’S MESSAGE ...... 1
COUNCIL 2013 ...... 2
OFFICIALS 2013 ...... 3
MUNICIPAL FUNCTIONS ...... 4
FINANCIAL SECTION
MANAGERS REPORT...... 5
AUDITOR’S REPORT ...... 6
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION ...... 7
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES ...... 8
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS ...... 9
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET FINANCIAL ASSETS ...... 10
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ...... 11
FINANCIAL APPENDIX
SCHEDULES 1) STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY IN TANGIBLE CAPITAL ASSETS ...... 14
2) STATEMENT OF OPERATING AND RESERVE FUND SURPLUS ...... 15
3) REVENUES ...... 16
4) EXPENDITURES ...... 18
5) SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN LONG TERM DEBT ...... 21
6) SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN TANGIBLE CAPITAL ASSETS AND ACCUMULATED AMORTIZATION ...... 22
AMOUNTS RECEIVED FROM OTHER GOVERNMENTS ...... 24
STATEMENT OF PERMISSIVE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS ...... 25
The Pacific Inland Coast 2013 DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ...... 26
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ...... 30
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT ...... 35
FIRE DEPARTMENT ...... 40
KITIMAT EMERGENCY PROGRAM ...... 44
ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE ...... 48
LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT ...... 52
STATISTICAL AND SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
KITIMAT STATISTICS ...... 57
WEATHER STATISTICS ...... 60
MAYOR’S MESSAGE
2013 has surely proven to be a busy and prosperous year for Kitimat. We expect 2014 to be equally as busy!
Council now meets every Monday either in a Regular meeting or a Committee of the Whole meeting. With so much development taking place it is important that we meet to discuss and address the many projects happening in our community.
Funding was recently announced by the Province for Northwest communities to address Land Use Planning and Asset Management. Access to this million dollar fund will help us to update the housing study and policy in the Official Community Plan. It will also help us in the review of sewer capacity in order to identify future growth needs.
All around town the new changes are evident:
Strawberry Meadows has a new housing development and construction of PTI’s Sitka Lodge has begun. The 36 units of housing at Baxter Landing are sold and expected to have occupancy in some of the units by Fall 2014. Wakita subdivision is continuing to develop every day.
In terms of commercial development, Mr. Mikes has been a welcomed restaurant in town and we look forward to the Microtel Hotel (across from Rosario’s Restaurant) to start taking shape soon.
There are other projects either in their initial stages or just beginning, and 2014 will no doubt be even busier.
Council continues to work on Port Governance, Air Emissions Study and the West Douglas Channel Corridor Analysis. All of these issues need to be addressed to ensure industrial development.
The District continues to work collaboratively and productively with our closest neighbour, Haisla First Nation. Over the next year expect to hear announcements regarding joint projects. Chief Councillor Ellis Ross and his Council are to be commended for the work they have accomplished to date.
There are no signs indicating a slowdown in projects over the next year and Mayor, Council and staff at the District of Kitimat look forward to another busy year.
If you have any questions, or comments, please feel free to call me or any of your Councillors.
Mayor Joanne Monaghan
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MAYOR Joanne Monaghan COUNCILLOR Rob Goffinet
Chamber of Commerce Advisory Planning Commission Advisory Housing Committee Library Board (alternate) University of Northern BC Kitimat Health Advocacy Group Kitimat Health Advocacy Group Kitimat Age Friendly Committee NW Corridor Development Corp. (alternate) Kitimat Literacy Program Northern Development Initiative Trust Kitimat Interagency Committee Kitimat Age Friendly committee COUNCILLOR Mary Murphy
COUNCILLOR Edwin Empinado Advisory Leisure Services Commission Advisory Commission for Persons with Advisory Commission for Persons with Disabilities (alternate) Disabilities Theatre Advisory Committee Advisory Leisure Services Comm. (alternate ) Northern Development Initiative Trust(alternate) Kitimat Health Advocacy Group Kitimat Health Advocacy Group Advisory Housing Committee Interagency Committee (alternate) Library Board Kitimat Age Friendly Committee Kitimat Museum & Archives (alternate) COUNCILLOR Corinne Scott COUNCILLOR Mario Feldhoff Regional District Director Advisory Planning Commission (alternate) Theatre Advisory Committee (alternate) Traffic Committee (alternate) Northwest Corridor Development Corp. Kitimat Museum & Archives Kitimat Health Advocacy Group Chamber of Commerce (alternate) Kitimat Age Friendly Committee University of Northern BC Kitimat Health Advocacy Group
COUNCILLOR Philip Germuth
Regional District Director (alternate) Traffic Committee Northwest Corridor Dev. Corp. (alternate) Kitimat Literacy Program (alternate) Kitimat Health Advocacy Group
DECLARATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF DISQUALIFIED COUNCIL MEMBERS In accordance with Section 98(2)(e) of the Community Charter, there were no declarations of disqualification made under Section 111 of the Community Charter in the year 2012
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DISTRICT OF KITIMAT
OFFICIALS 2013
Chief Administrative Officer...... Ron Poole
Assistant to Municipal Manager ...... Bev Gibaldi
Municipal Treasurer/Collector ...... Steve Christiansen
Deputy Treasurer & License Inspector ...... Lyle McNish
Deputy Chief Administrative Officer ...... Warren Waycheshen
Deputy Clerk ...... Shirley Boudreault
Director of Engineering Services ...... Tim Gleig
Technical Services Manager ...... Wayne Sussbauer
Operations Manager ...... Brian Krause
Deputy Operations Manager ...... Vacant
Director of Community Planning & Development ...... Gwendolyn Sewell
Economic Development Officer...... Rose Klukas
Director of Leisure Services ...... Martin Gould
Deputy Director of Leisure Services ...... Shaun O’Neill
Fire Chief ...... Trent Bossence
Deputy Fire Chief ...... Peter Bizarro
RCMP Staff Sergeant ...... Phil Harrison
RCMP Office Manager ...... Laura Westcott
Auditors ...... Carlyle Shepherd & Co.
Bankers ...... CIBC
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MUNICIPAL FUNCTIONS CLERKS FIRE · Animal Control Administration (for service call · Ambulance Services 632-7373) · Fire Dept Tours for Pre-School and Primary Students · Bylaw Information · Fire Drills · Central Files and Records · Fire Protection Services · Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes · Fire Safety Courses for Guides, Scouts and · Employment Enquiries and Issues Babysitters · Freedom of Information Requests · Fireworks Display - Canada Day & Special · Mail Services Events · Personnel Services · Industrial and Commercial Fire Inspections
· Transit Information (for schedule information 270 City Centre, · Risk Watch call 632-4444) Kitimat, British Columbia, V8C 2H7 · Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention Program · Kitimat Emergency Program Phone: 250-632-8900 / Fax: 250-632-4995 FINANCE - Search and Rescue · Accounts Receivable/Payable Open: 8:30 - 12:00, 1:00 - 4:30, - Emergency Social Services · Address Changes for Tax Notices Monday - Friday, excluding statutory holidays - Emergency Operations Centre · Business Licences www.kitimat.ca / [email protected] - Avalanche Search and Rescue · Bus Ticket / Pass Sales - Evacuation, Registration and Support Services · Dog Licences LEISURE SERVICES · Occupancy Inspections of Public and Private · Financial Statements available for Inspection Recreation programs and services are offered Assembly Buildings before Special Events · Home Business Regulations throughout the community as well as at Tamitik Jubilee · Rescue Services · Home Owner Grant Applications Sports Complex and Riverlodge Recreation Centre - Confined Space Rescue · Municipal Budget Information · Adventure Parks, Campgrounds, Hiking Trails, Leisure - High Angle Rescue · Property Tax Payments and Enquiries Parks - Hazmat · Temporary Disability Placards · Community Organizations Contact List - Auto Extrication · Utility Payments and Enquiries · Community Recognition Awards · Teleguard Program for Infirmed and Non- PLANNING AND · Community Rental Program (tent and block party gear) Ambulatory Persons ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INQUIRIES · Community Shooting Range · Wildland Urban Interface Fire Hazard Abatement · Community Statistics · Concerns with Community Trees Adjacent to Private · Development Procedures Property ENGINEERING SERVICES · Industrial Referrals · Corporate Fitness Program · Blockages · Industrial Site Selection · Facility Bookings for Ice Arenas, Pool, · Building Permits and Inspections · Land Status Banquet/Meeting Rooms, Park Covered Areas · Bulk Water Requests · Land Use Regulations · Joint Public/Private Sector Landscaping and · Bylaw Enforcement · Memorial Bench Program Beautification Initiatives · Cemetery Maintenance · Port, Industry & Government Contacts · Leisure Program Registration · Contract Works · Port Site Selection · Leisure Program Subsidy for Financially · Culvert Permits · Private Port Operations Disadvantaged, Mentally Challenged, and Physically · Curb Cut Applications · Repository for Industrial Applications Challenged Persons · Damage Claims Investigation PUBLICATIONS · Municipal and School Sports Fields Allocations · Dike Maintenance · Downtown Revitalization Guidelines · Municipal Gardening · Drainage Problems/Sewer · Facts (Annual) · Municipal Grant Program · Driveway Permits · Housing Facts (Annual) · Picnic Table, Planter and Tree Program · Excavation Permits · Investment Brief · Poop Scoop Bylaw · Facility Maintenance · Kitimat Census Data and Statistics · River Bank Fishing Program · Fireplace Permits · Kitimat Profile · Summer Programs for Children · General Clean Up · Official Community Plan · Youth Centre Facility and Programs for Ages 13 - 18 · Grass Cutting · Population Projections (contact Kitimat Youth Centre at 250-632-8974 for · Interment Applications · Port of Kitimat: Capabilities Report/Video more information) · Line Painting
· Rezoning Procedures Guide · Lot Servicing Information · Subdivision Procedures Guide R.C.M. POLICE · Plumbing Permits DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS · Bicycle Safety · Refuse Collection · Board of Variance Appeals · Consent for Disclosure of Criminal Record Information · Refuse Site Operations · Development Permit · Crime Prevention Information · Road Maintenance · Development Variance Permit · Crimestoppers · Sewage Collection and Treatment · Official Community Plan Amendment · Detachment Tour for Youth · Snow Clearing · Subdivision / Strata Subdivision · Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) · Subdivision Review/Approval · Temporary Use Permit · Pardon Applications · Surface Drainage · Zoning Amendment · Special Occasion Licence Applications · Street Lights MUNICIPAL LANDS · Taxi Driver Applications · Traffic Lights and Signs · Administration · Tourist Alert · Traffic Permits · Encroachment Agreements · Victim Services · Traffic Permits for Oversize Vehicles · Licences and Leases · Walkways · Water Supply and Distribution · Water Turn-Ons/Turn-Offs CONTACT EMERGENCY PHONE FAX LANDFILL HOURS RCMP 911 250-632-7111 250-632-2326 Summer Winter Fire Dept 911 250-632-8940 250-632-7163 Ambulance 911 250-632-8940 Apr - Sept Oct - Mar Mon, Wed - Fri 1 – 8pm 11 – 5pm City Hall 250-632-8900 250-632-4995 Public Works Yard 250-632-8930 250-632-4908 Tuesday Closed Closed Purchasing 250-632-8925 250-632-4650 Sat - Sun 11 – 5pm 11 – 5pm
Riverlodge Recreation Centre 250-632-8970 250-632-5953 Stat Holidays: Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex 250-632-8955 250-632-3668 11- 5pm except closed on New Years Day,
Kitimat Museum & Archives 250-632-8950 250-632-7429 Easter Sunday, July 1st and Christmas Day Kitimat Public Library 250-632-8985 250-632-2630
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS: st rd 606 Mountainview Square, 7:30pm, 1 and 3 Mondays of the month. Call to confirm date.
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2013 MUNICIPAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND ANNUAL REPORT
To Mayor Monaghan and Members of Council
In accordance with Section 167 of the Community Charter, we are pleased to submit the 2013 Municipal Financial Report for the District of Kitimat for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013. The annual report includes the Consolidated Financial Statements, the Auditors’ Report and supplementary schedules. Finance staff has strived to provide the readers and users of our financial statements with summarized information that clearly presents the District’s financial position and results for 2013 in comparison to 2012.
The District’s 2013 Financial Statements and Schedules have two sections;
1) Financial Information
This section contains the Auditors’ Report, and the District’s Consolidated Financial Statements with supporting notes. The consolidated statements reflect the municipality’s overall financial position as at December 31, 2013, and the results of its operations and changes in its financial position for the year, with comparative amounts for 2012. The Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements provide further detail to specific accounting policies and the composition of certain financial numbers, and should be read in conjunction with the statements. The budgetary figures reported are those that were approved by Council in the annual 2013 budget bylaw, and not subsequent budget amendments approved by Council.
2) Supplementary Information
This section contains non-consolidated results by fund for financial position and financial activities. Included are details of balances in reserve funds as well as additional information on consolidated revenues and expenditures.
The District prepares multi-year operational and capital expenditure plans each year that represent the programs that Council wishes to see implemented. The Municipal Manager is responsible to provide overall guidance with respect to Council’s direction concerning service and the municipality’s operational and capital expenditure plans. Departments are responsible for developing and managing the budgets.
Management’s Responsibility for Financial Reporting
Management is responsible for implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls to provide reasonable assurance that reliable financial information is produced. The statements have been prepared in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles for municipalities in the Province of British Columbia. While there is close consultation with the municipality’s auditors, management is ultimately responsible for decisions relating to the form and content of these statements and for the treatment and reporting of transactions. The Auditors’ report expresses their opinion on these consolidated financial statements. The Auditors have full and free access to the accounting records.
Ron Poole, Steve Christiansen, CGA Municipal Manager Municipal Treasurer
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT DECEMBER 31
2013 2012
FINANCIAL ASSETS Cash and investments (Note 1) $ 22,548,754 $ 21,983,548 Accounts receivable 922,591 711,390 Prepaid expenses 396,100 355,361 Inventory (Note 1) 288,183 304,676 Deposits - Municipal Finance Authority (Note 5) 50,842 48,479 24,206,470 23,403,454
LIABILITIES Accounts payable and accruals 6,404,110 5,718,516 Deferred revenue 1,331,343 1,013,963 Restricted revenue - Municipal Finance Authority (Note 5) 50,842 48,479 Trust and other deposits 259,740 289,805 Long Term Debt (Schedule 5) 4,473,924 4,837,512 Land purchase agreement (Note 2) 722,310 722,310 13,242,270 12,630,585
NET FINANCIAL ASSETS 10,964,200 10,772,869
TANGIBLE CAPITAL ASSETS – (Schedule 6) 43,375,675 42,537,160
SURPLUS AND EQUITY $ 54,339,875 $ 53,310,029
DISTRICT’S POSITION Operating Surplus (Schedule 2) 9,249,280 9,774,144 Reserve Fund Surplus (Schedule 2) 6,911,154 6,558,547 Equity in Tangible Capital Assets 38,179,441 36,977,338 $ 54,339,875 $ 53,310,029
S. Christiansen, CGA Treasurer
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31
2013 Budget 2013 2012 Unaudited Actual Actual
REVENUES (Schedule 3)
Taxation and grants in lieu, net $ 21,063,660 19,950,512 20,612,469 Sales of services, utility rates 1,776,592 1,986,822 1,846,162 Revenue from own sources 717,270 1,042,819 2,403,457 Return on investments 271,000 288,242 316,544 Contributions from other governments 576,704 609,627 1,215,959 24,405,226 23,878,022 26,394,591
EXPENDITURES (Schedule 4)
General Government 3,610,352 3,251,522 3,043,237 Protective Services 5,384,343 4,900,031 5,005,643 Transportation Services 5,203,500 3,892,426 5,205,976 Refuse and Waste Removal 537,750 504,427 1,231,597 Water and Sewer 1,195,300 1,288,939 1,176,457 Public Health and Welfare 112,564 196,008 215,990 Planning and Environmental Development 1,461,088 1,519,972 1,222,740 Recreation and Cultural Services 4,750,918 5,095,394 4,913,439 Fiscal Services 167,769 174,310 172,597 Amortization/Loss on disposal of assets 1,902,716 2,025,147 2,018,668 24,326,300 22,848,176 24,206,344
REVENUE OVER EXPENDITURE 78,926 1,029,846 2,188,247
OPENING POSITION 53,310,029 53,310,029 51,121,782
CLOSING POSITION $ 53,388,955 54,339,875 53,310,029
To be read in conjunction with the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31
2013 2012
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR):
OPERATIONS Revenue over expenditure $ 1,029,846 2,188,247 Amortization 1,999,928 1,902,716
Loss (gain) on disposal of tangible capital assets 26,219 115,952
Accounts receivable -211,201 499,162
Accounts payable and accruals 685,590 674,005
Deferred revenue 317,380 -7,321
Trust deposits -30,065 -25,133
Inventory 16,493 18,524
Prepaid Expenses -40,739 -140,868
3,792,452 5,225,283
CAPITAL TRANSACTIONS Tangible capital asset purchases -2,863,658 -2,749,824
FINANCING ACTIVITIES Debt Repayment -363,588 -327,364
CHANGE IN CASH AND INVESTMENTS 565,206 2,148,095
CASH AND INVESTMENTS, BEGINNING OF YEAR 21,983,548 19,835,453
CASH AND INVESTMENTS, END OF YEAR $ 22,548,754 21,983,548
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET FINANCIAL ASSETS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31
2013 Budget 2013 2012
Annual Surplus 78,926 1,029,846 2,188,247
Acquisition of Tangible Capital Assets -6,257,395 -2,863,661 -2,749,824
Amortization of Tangible Capital Assets 1,902,716 1,998,928 1,902,716
- 26,218 115,950 Loss (gain) on disposal of tangible capital assets
Change in Net Financial Assets -4,275,753 191,331 1,457,089
Net Financial Assets, beginning of year 10,772,869 10,772,869 9,315,780
Net Financial Assets, end of year $ 6,497,116 $10,964,200 $10,772,869
The accompanying notes and schedules are an integral part of these financial statements
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS DECEMBER 31, 2013
1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
(a) The Financial Statements reflect the combined results and activities of the District’s Operating, Capital and Reserve Funds. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the guidelines issued by the CICA Public Sector Accounting Handbook.
(b) Revenues and expenditures are recorded on the accrual basis.
(c) Inventory is recorded at cost.
(d) Tangible Capital Assets, comprised of capital assets and capital work-in-progress, are recorded at cost, net of capital asset disposals, write-downs and accumulated amortization. Tangible capital assets are classified according to their functional use. Amortization is recorded on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful life of the asset commencing the year the asset is put into service. Donated tangible capital assets are reported at fair market value at the time of donation. Estimated useful lives are as follows:
Major Asset Category Useful Life Range Land Unlimited Buildings 50 Years
Machinery and Equipment, Vehicles 8 to 20 Years Information Technology infrastructure 5 Years Engineering Structures (Roads, Streets, 40 Years Parking Lots, Sidewalks, Bridges) Utility Systems (Water, Sewer, Storm) 50 Years
(e) Cash and investments are reported at cost which approximates market value.
(f) Management is required to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts in the financial statements and the disclosure of contingent liabilities. Significant areas requiring the use of management estimates relate to the determination of the recoverability of accounts receivable and provision for contingencies. The financial statements have, in management’s opinion, been properly prepared within reasonable limits of materiality and within the framework of the significant accounting policies.
(g) It is Management’s opinion that the District’s financial instruments are not exposed to significant interest rate, liquidity, market or other price risks. The fair value of the financial instruments approximates their carrying value.
2. LAND PURCHASE AGREEMENT
The land purchase agreement with the Aluminum Company of Canada Limited is without interest and is repayable at 25% of net sale proceeds of the land included in the agreement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) DECEMBER 31, 2013
3. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
(a) Pension Liability Information
The municipality and its employees contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan (the Plan), a jointly trusteed pension plan. The Board of Trustees, representing plan members and employers, is responsible for overseeing the management of the Pension Plan, including investment of the assets and administration of benefits. The pension plan is a multi-employer contributory plan. Basic pension benefits provided are based on a formula. The plan has about 179,000 active members and approximately 71,000 retired members. Active members include approximately 32,000 contributors from local governments.
Every three years an actuarial valuation is performed to assess the financial position of the Plan and the adequacy of Plan funding. The most recent valuation as at December 31, 2012 indicated a $1,370 million funding deficit for basic pension benefits. The next valuation will be as at December 31, 2015 with results available in 2016. Employers participating in the Plan record their pension expense as an amount of employer contributions made during the fiscal year (defined contribution pension plan accounting). This is because the Plan records accrued liabilities and accrued assets for the Plan in aggregate with the result that there is no consistent and reliable basis for allocating the obligation, assets and cost to the individual employers participating in the plan.
The District of Kitimat paid $714,793.00 for employer contributions to the Plan in fiscal 2013.
(b) Lease Commitment
Premises lease with payments of $8,826/month until March 2018.
(c) Landfill Closure Costs
The District is responsible for closing the landfill in accordance with Ministry of Environment regulations. The closure costs have been fully accrued based on the latest landfill closure plan.
(d) Third Party Claims
The district has various claims pending against it. It is the opinion of management that the determination of these claims will not materially affect the financial position or the operating results of the District.
4. MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY DEPOSITS (RESTRICTED REVENUE)
2013 2012
Cash Deposits* $50,842 $48,479
Demand Notes $103,604 $103,604
$154,446 $152,083
*The District of Kitimat issues its debt instruments through the Municipal Finance Authority of BC, (MFA). A portion of the debenture proceeds is withheld by the MFA as a debt reserve fund. These deposits are held as security against the possibility of default on debt repayment. The deposits are refunded to the District with interest and the demand notes are cancelled if the debt is repaid without default.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) DECEMBER 31, 2013
5. EXPENSES BY OBJECT
TYPES OF EXPENDITURES 2013 2012
Amortization on disposal $ 2,025.147 2,018,668 Contracted Services 3,095,264 4,490,480 Fleet Expenses (net) 362,705 493,401 Grants to Community Organizations 1,376,401 1,123,749 Insurance 172,785 173,522 Materials and Supplies 1,564,338 1,303,763 Other 511,619 454,979 Professional Service 151,901 165,837 RCMP Contract 1,454,779 1,561,307 Utilities 1,022,739 1,028,269 Wages and Employee Benefits 11,110,498 11,392,369
TOTAL 22,848,176 24,206,344
FINANCIAL APPENDIX
A. Schedules
1. Statement of Changes in Equity in Tangible Capital Assets 2. Statement of Operating and Reserve Fund Surplus 3. Revenues 4. Expenditures 5. Schedule of Changes in Long Term Debt 6. Schedule of Changes in Tangible Capital Assets and Accumulated Amortization
B. Amounts Received from Other Governments
C. Statement of Permissive Property Tax Exemptions
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY IN TANGIBLE CAPITAL ASSETS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31
SCHEDULE 1
2013 2012
Opening Balance $ 36,977,338 35,918,816
Tangible Capital Assets Purchased by Operations 2,863,658 2,749,825
Debenture Debt repayment 327,364 327,365
Actuarial Additions 36,224
Amortization -1,998,928 -1,902,716
Loss on Disposal of Tangible Capital Assets -26,219 -115,952
Closing Balance 38,179,441 36,977,338
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STATEMENT OF OPERATING AND RESERVE FUND SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 SCHEDULE 2 Balance Transfer Balance December 31 to (from) December 31 2012 Fund 2013
GENERAL OPERATING FUND Un-appropriated Surplus $ 2,868,364 -315,781 2,552,583
Appropriated Surplus Reserve for Future Expenditures 3,017,091 385,786 3,402,877 Reserve for Snow Clearing 344,000 344,000 Large Equipment Reserve 967,744 -193,211 774,534 Fire Department Equipment Reserve 329,911 217,058 546,969 Recreation Equipment Reserve 81,866 25,000 106,866 Computer System/Telephone Reserve 150,903 50,000 200,903 Building Reserve 208,312 -208,312 5,099,827 276,321 5,376,149 7,968,191 -39,460 7,928,732 WATER OPERATING FUND Un-appropriated Surplus 923,386 -500,000 423,386 Appropriated Surplus 10,047 10,047 Reserve for Hydrant Installation 10,047 10,047 933,433 -500,000 433,433 SEWER OPERATING FUND Un-appropriated Surplus 507,509 10,595 518,104 Appropriated Surplus Reserve for Future Expenditures 332,011 332,011 Reserve for Bylaw 1660 33,000 4,000 37,000 365,011 4,000 369,011 872,520 14,595 887,115
TOTAL OPERATING FUND BALANCE 9,774,144 -524,864 9,249,280
RESERVE FUND Capital Reserve Fund 6,515,148 351,913 6,867,061 Cemetery Care Fund 43,399 694 44,093 TOTAL RESERVE FUND BALANCE $ 6,558,547 352,607 6,911,154
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REVENUES FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31
SCHEDULE 3
2013 2012
TAXATION AND GRANTS IN LIEU, NET Property Taxes $ 19,540,782 20,188,794 Utility Taxes 373,849 387,178 Grants in Lieu of Taxes 35,881 36,497 Collection for other authorities Regional Hospital Districts 1,322,102 1,259,637 Municipal Finance Authority 388 327 British Columbia Assessment Authority 198,225 164,376 Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine 358,700 342,092 Province of B.C. - School Taxes 3,993,247 3,335,405 25,763,174 25,714,306
Payments to Other Authorities -5,812,662 -5,101,837
19,950,512 20,612,469
SALE OF SERVICES, UTILITY RATES Refuse Collection 219,790 221,898 Service Charges 81,233 39,799 Recreation Services Arena 243,211 211,349 Swimming Pool 250,412 235,164 Community Centre 395,312 331,350 Parks 85,545 63,033 Water Services 56,999 52,901 Sewer Services 6,884 1,442 Miscellaneous Services 13,077 34,535 1,352,463 1,191,471 Utility Rates Water 634,359 654,691 634,359 654,691
$ 1,986,822 1,846,162
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SCHEDULE 3
2013 2012
REVENUE FROM OWN SOURCES Licenses, Permits and Fees Business $ 83,920 81,506 Building, Plumbing and Planning 449,724 1,874,971 Commissions PST 115 Dog 6,741 8,209 Fines 50 Rents 234,516 227,446 Interest and Tax Penalties 72,358 65,472 Sale of Assets 103,984 82,270 Donations 91,461 58,533 1,042,819 2,403,457
RETURN ON INVESTMENTS Operating Funds 198,417 253,018 Reserve Funds 53,601 63,526 Actuarial Additions 36,224 288,242 316,544
CONTRIBUTIONS - OTHER GOVERNMENTS Unconditional Grants 372,692 765,285 Conditional Grants 236,935 450,674 609,627 1,215,959
TOTAL REVENUE $ 23,878,022 26,394,591
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EXPENDITURES FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 SCHEDULE 4
2013 2012
GENERAL GOVERNMENT Council $ 281,284 241,952 Administration 2,237,411 2,311,345 Buildings 253,713 241,295 Grants to Community Organizations 479,114 248,645 3,251,522 3,043,237 PROTECTIVE SERVICES Police 1,989,082 2,194,683 Fire 2,596,755 2,488,644 Emergency Measures 35,288 14,869 Building Inspection and Bylaw Enforcement 152,305 184,545 Animal Control 126,601 122,902 4,900,031 5,005,643 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Common Services Administration 712,608 781,860 Engineering Services 518,911 496,330 1,231,519 1,278,190 Equipment Fleet Operating Cost 637,363 765,520 Less: Equipment Rentals -1,055,291 -1,343,570 -417,928 -578,050 Road Transportation Road and Walkway Maintenance 667,315 1,322,713 Surface Drainage and Dyke Maintenance 84,158 47,719 Storm Sewers 84,947 61,270 Street Cleaning 150,219 131,388 Snow Removal 1,082,463 1,988,300 Street Lights 282,307 254,645 Traffic Lights 74,038 74,087 Bridges 46,347 32,069 2,471,794 3,912,191
Airpark Development 5,000 5,000 Public Transit 602,041 588,645 607,041 593,645 $ 3,892,426 5,205,976
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SCHEDULE 4
2013 2012
REFUSE AND WASTE REMOVAL Collection 195,292 185,592 Landfill Services 309,135 1,046,005 504,427 1,231,597 WATER AND SEWER Water Administration 86,774 83,245 Purification and Treatment 78,844 80,021 Hydrant Maintenance 31,629 28,519 Transmission and Distribution 494,392 471,338 Pumping 157,183 137,928 848,822 801,051 Sewer Administration 94,289 83,212 Collection Systems 112,393 54,493 Lift Stations 106,666 113,620 Treatment and Disposal 126,769 124,081 440,117 375,406 1,288,939 1,176,457 PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE Youth Centre 108,280 103,268 Severe weather shelter 2,600 Cemetery Operation and Maintenance 85,128 112,722 196,008 215,990
PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT Planning and Zoning 360,160 272,768 Community Development 1,159,812 949,972 1,519,972 1,222,740
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SCHEDULE 4
2013 2012
RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES Recreation Facilities Administration 451,605 459,338 Community Centre 1,062,850 966,866 Swimming Pool 1,259,474 1,160,320 Arenas 947,346 958,755 Outdoor Activities 495,774 521,222 $ 4,217,049 4,066,501
Cultural Facilities Grant to Kitimat Museum & Archives $ 267,425 256,800 Grant to Kitimat Public Library 537,920 518,138 Grant to Mt. Elizabeth Theatre 73,000 72,000
878,345 846,938 5,095,394 4,913,439793,612 FISCAL SERVICES
Interest on Borrowing 147,768 147,768 Bank Charges and Exchange 26,542 24,829 Cultural Facilities 174,310 172,597
AMORTIZATION/LOSS ON DISPOSAL OF ASSETS 2,025,147 2,018,668
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 22,848,176 24,206,344
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SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN LONG TERM DEBT FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 SCHEDULE 5 District MFA Bylaw Issue Interest Maturity Opening Principal Actuarial Closing # # Rate Date Balance Payments Addition Balance
GENERAL CAPITAL FUND
Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre #1722 106 4.13% 2029 OCT 2,593,631 -96,856 -23,873 2,472,902
Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre #1722 107 1.92% 2029 OCT 1,341,902 -50,112 -12,351 1,279,439
Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre #1722 ** 0.00% 2017 DEC 901,979 -180,396 721,583
TOTAL $ 4,837,512 -$327,364 -36,224 4,473,924
**The Northern The Northern Development Initiative Trust awarded a $1,623,563 zero interest loan to the District of Kitimat for the Sam Lindsay modernization of Aquatic Centre. Funding for the project will come from the District of Kitimat allocation of Northwest Regional Development Account.
The loan is payable over 9 years.
Debt Repayments in each of the next five years:
PRINCIPAL INTEREST TOTAL
2014 327,364 147,768 475,133
2015 327,364 147,768 475,133
2016 327,364 147,768 475,133
2017 327,364 147,768 475,133
2018 146,968 147,768 294,737
Total $1,456,426 $738,842 $2,195,268
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SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN TANGIBLE CAPITAL ASSETS AND ACCUMULATED AMORTIZATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 SCHEDULE 6
Sewer and Machinery Land Buildings Water Bldg. & Equip. Water
TANGIBLE CAPITAL ASSETS - COST
Opening Balance $ 3,321,063 $ 30,986,310 $ 2,483,687 $ 10,150,186 $ 2,338,865
Add: Additions - 275,851 959,458 777,163 -
Less: Disposals - -69,495 -540,175
Add: Work-in-Progress - 57,977 -
Closing Balance 3,321,063 31,262,161 3,373,650 10,445,151 2,338,865
ACCUMULATED AMORTIZATION
Opening Balance - 9,234,698 715,440 4,681,729 1,209,196
Add: Amortization - 617,944 160,767 717,979 46,540
Less: Acc. Amortization on Disposals - - 58,376 -526,340 -
Closing Balance - 9,852,642 817,831 4,873,368 1,255,736
Net Book Value for year ended
December 31, 2013 $ 3,321,063 $ 21,409,519 $ 2,555,819 $ 5,571,783 $ 1,083,129
Net Book Value for year ended
December 31, 2012 $ 3,321,063 $ 21,751,611 $ 1,768,247 $ 5,468,457 $ 1,129,669
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SCHEDULE 6
Sanitary and Parking 2013 2012 Storm Sewer Roads Walkways Lots Bridges Total Total
$ 3,465,644 7,949,429 3,895,703 3,631,518 63,064 68,285,470 66,502,925
- 588,212 205,000 2,805,684 2,686,611
- -50,575 -660,245 -967,278
- 57,977 63,212
3,465,644 8,537,641 3,895,703 3,785,943 63,064 70,488,886 68,285,470
1,780,274 4,063,197 1,315,154 2,742,314 6,308 25,748,310 24,696,920
69,278 200,661 94,610 89,572 1,577 1,998,928 1,902,716
- - -49,310 -634,026 -851,326
1,849,552 4,263,858 1,409,764 2,782,576 7,884 27,113,212 25,748,310
1,616,092 4,273,783 2,485,939 1,003,367 55,180 43,375,675
1,685,370 3,886,232 2,580,549 889,204 56,756 $ 42,537,160
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AMOUNTS RECEIVED FROM OTHER GOVERNMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31
2013 2012
GOVERNMENT OF CANADA GRANTS
Community Works Fund – Gas Tax 0 350,000 Community Works Fund - Sewer Fund 150,000 79,556 Council Canadian Unity - Canada Week 5,000 5,000 Grant in Lieu of Taxes - General Fund 16,610 17,656 Student Summer Employment 22,306 15,812 Western Economic Diversification 17,619 0
Total 211,535 468,024
PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA GRANTS
BC Action Climate Grant 44,236 0 Grant in Lieu of Taxes 19,271 18,841 Joint Emergency Preparedness Grant 15,393 2,424 Public Transit Grant 569,209 559,195 Small Communities Protection Grant 283,593 606,775 Traffic Fine Revenue Sharing 71,480 146,351
Total $ 1,003,182 1,333,586
PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA OTHER
Provincial Homeowner Grants $ 2,228,081 2,203,917
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STATEMENT OF PERMISSIVE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31
In accordance with Section 98 (2)(b) of the Community Charter, these properties were provided permissive property tax exemptions by Council in 2013
Buildings used for Public Worship, Section 224 (2) (g) Folio # Civic Address Organization Tax Value
2690.100 148 Konigus Street Greek Orthodox Community Society 2,126.45 290.010 193 Nechako Centre Kitimat Harvest Ministries International 4,825.50
Non-Profit Organization and Recreational Exemptions, Section 224, (2) (a) and 224 (2) (i)
Folio # Civic Address Organization Tax Value
1640.000 2000 Kingfisher Ave Hirsch Creek Golf and Winter Club Society 47,981.39 50616.300 2000 Kingfisher Ave Hirsch Creek Golf and Winter Club Society 66.30 50616.600 2000 Kingfisher Ave Hirsch Creek Golf and Winter Club Society 66.30
97000.009 2163 Forest Ave Kitimat Dynamic Gymnastics Club 5,972.46
50619.701 Highway 37 Snowflake Com. Fair Grounds 642.72
50601.900 Quatsino Soccer Fields Alcan Inc. 203.25
50604.700 386 Haisla Blvd Kitimat Rod and Gun Association 10,246.75
790.011 Legion Road Royal Canadian Legion Pacific #250 614.11 790.020 Legion Road Royal Canadian Legion Pacific #250 2,758.05
The Tax Value of the Permissive Exemptions is the amount of property taxes that would have been imposed on each property and have been calculated using 2013 tax rates.
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COMMUNITY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT
Community Planning & Development plays the lead role in responding to Kitimat development inquiries and applications. This role has four basic components: (1) providing information and advice to project proponents; (2) evaluating proposals based on requirements of the BC Local Government Act, BC Land Title Act, Community Charter, and Kitimat’s own Official Community Plan and Municipal Code; (3) reporting findings and presenting recommendations to Council, the Advisory Planning Commission, other agencies and the public; and (4) issuing approvals and permits. The department is also responsible for long-range community planning, maintaining our community demographic database and managing public land. Two staff members were added in 2013, a Planner and a Planning Assistant, for a total FTE of 3.5. This renewed and enthusiastic team will help Kitimat meet the challenges of a community undergoing significant change.
On-the-ground development activity and inquiries continues to rise. Total inquiries jumped 64% in 2013 over 2012. This follows a 32% increase between 2012 and 2011, a 60% jump between 2011 and 2010, and a 25% increase between 2010 and 2009. This significant spike of interest is attributed to ongoing investment opportunities associated with low residential vacancy rates and increasing real estate values, potential liquefied natural gas plants and related activity, and the smelter modernization project.
Applications and significant inquiries received in 2013—179 in total—may be grouped as follows: 68 Zoning Amendment; 18 Development or Downtown Development Permit; 20 Board of Variance Appeal or Development Variance Permit; 6 Temporary Use Permit (TUP); 12 Subdivision; and 55 Other. Staff also prepared our first local government “carbon use” reports, managed installation of two electric vehicle charging stations, committed time and energy to housing projects and public land files, and published the first edition of a Service Centre Land Atlas.
Selected 2013 Highlights
Upon signing the BC Climate Action Charter in December 2012, Kitimat became eligible for an annual Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) grant. A grant from Plug-In BC, plus some CARIP funds, paid the full cost of installing two electric-vehicle (EV) charging stations. These stations provide top-up electricity for local residents and expand the provincial network to facilitate EV travel (and tourism). Collaboration with Envision Financial allowed one station to be located downtown while the other station is at Riverlodge.
The Canadian Institute of Planners named Kitimat sole recipient of the 2103 Vision in Planning Award. During the presentation ceremony, CIP President Andrea Gabour stated this award recognizes the 1952 Kitimat Townsite Report as a community plan of national historic significance. She praised the vision of Clarence Stein, who led the team that drafted Kitimat’s first plan; the community who has lived up to Stein’s vision; and department staff who continue to champion the value of compact community form, greenbelts, and separation of selected land uses. Stein’s plan paved the way for industrial success by creating a good place to live and reducing turnover. Kitimat’s current plan shares many of the same characteristics as the 1952 plan. The greenbelt approach has proven to be very compatible—good for both residents and business—in a community with an industrial economy.
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Environment
The District of Kitimat completed a two-part “Climate Action” project in 2012. Stantec Consultants Ltd prepared a business case analysis that determined the District of Kitimat should sign the BC Climate Action Charter. Mayor Monaghan signed the charter on 10 December 2012. Kitimat Council thus committed to moving towards carbon neutrality, enabling Kitimat to make sensible choices to reduce corporate use of fossil fuels, without committing to buy carbon offsets.
The first annual Climate Action report documenting energy use during the previous year was issued in March 2013. Official Community Plan (OCP) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets were adopted by bylaw in June 2013. A final report of activity in 2012 was released June 2013. CARIP reports are available at www.kitimat.ca: select Municipal Hall tab, then Departments, scroll down to Community Planning & Development, and click on Climate Action.
Demographic Model
Planning staff built a new population projection model in 2012 and generated a series of projections based on historic local relationships between export-industry jobs, total jobs, and population. Each of the final four scenarios reflected different assumptions about the number of permanent industrial jobs which will be available after the smelter modernization project and one or more of the pending LNG plants are completed. The most optimistic projection assumes multiple LNG projects proceed, and that 1500 jobs associated with the Kitimat Clean Refinery are held by Kitimites.
Population Forecast as at 31 December 2012
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Website: www.kitimat.ca
Community Planning & Development led the team that created, managed and maintained the municipal website from 2009 to mid-2013. During this period, content was contributed by each municipal department, multi-language translation was added to make pages viewable in 61 languages, and annual traffic rose from 38,000 visitors (2010) to over 131,000 (2013). The Information Systems Manager is now responsible for technical issues and the Business and Communications Officer manages content. Look for details in the Economic Development section of this Annual Report.
Business Recognition Awards Program
The Advisory Planning Commission initiated this program in 1999 to acknowledge businesses that set a positive example of building design, building maintenance, and landscaping in Service Centre, Kitimat’s light industrial area. This program was expanded to reach merchants in all commercial areas in 2010. Winners for 2013 are identified in the table below.
City Centre
Dairy Queen Winner Overall and Most Improved Tim Hortons Honourable Mention Subway Honourable Mention Envision Financial Honourable Mention A&W Honourable Mention Service Centre
Lapointe Engineering Winner Overall Chevron Cardlock Station Winner Most Improved Steeplejack Winner Most Improved 101 Industries Honourable Mention Kildala Grocery Honourable Mention Kitimat Lodge Honourable Mention Pyrotech Honourable Mention
2014 Priorities
The Department has set four priorities for the coming year: housing; land and relationship building; environment; and development policies and procedures. Staff resources will also be applied to economic development; outstanding policy issues, leases and legal agreements; and the demographic database. Priorities will be set in context of supporting key development proposals, completing routine tasks and undertaking Council initiatives.
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Priority One: Housing - Industrial project construction and LNG project investigation are attracting many temporary residents: some will become full-time, temporary or permanent Kitimites, and some will be here on shift rotation. A “near zero” rental market vacancy rate is stimulating rehabilitation of existing units and increasing interest in new construction. Staff continue to work with Council, the Housing Committee, and the Housing Resource Worker to address local needs. Focus of staff effort is promoting rehabilitation of units, development approval for new construction, forecasting need, and housing policy. Staff will strive to maintain target response and processing times for residential development inquiries and applications during the construction period.
Priority Two: Land and Relationship Building - The number of industrial and related development inquiries has—with the exception on 2009—been on a steady rise since 2005. There was a major uplift in 2010, and in each following year. Interest is expected to remain strong through 2014.
Senior government is beginning to respond with offers of support to manage local impacts, while review of several major industrial projects is ongoing. One project is nearing completion and construction of two others appears imminent. Several projects are now at the point of requiring municipal approval or permits; including land-use, development or planning permission.
Staff supports rehabilitation of commercial and industrial buildings; and release of industrial, light industrial, commercial and multi-family land to market. Given the municipality is not a major landowner; DOK must develop relationships with partner agencies, private firms and other levels of government to make this happen.
The District of Kitimat continues to pursue opportunities to acquire waterfront property and provide public ocean access. This was the top community priority of the 2008 Official Community Plan. Other long-term goals are to manage municipal land to maintain a high quality of life, to sustain the natural environment, to stimulate economic diversity, and to achieve community stability.
In 2013, the Downtown Design Panel and Planning staff teamed-up with Engineering Services and Leisure Services, to redefine walkway spaces in the downtown core. An attractive, budget- conscious and weather-appropriate walkway layout and design standard was established. This project will go to tender in 2014.
Priority Three: Environment - This is year two for a Climate Action report documenting energy use during the previous year. The final report will be issued in June 2014. Use of the two EV charging stations is being monitored and will be reported at year end.
Priority Four: Development Policies and Procedures - Policy projects include streamlining specific development approvals; reviewing fence height regulations; and recommending changes to the fee schedule. Planning permit fees, and subdivision fees, have not changed for more than twenty years. Staff are also writing a series of guidebooks to help individuals navigate their way through the system of permits or planning approvals that govern development in BC. These guides should become available over 2014-2015.
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ECONOMIC PROMOTION AND INVESTOR SERVICES
Industrial Development Commercial Development Labour Attraction and Retention Marketing 2013 Activities 2014 Priorities
Industrial Development
LNG Canada
LNG Canada, a joint venture led by Shell Canada in partnership with PetroChina, KOGAS and Mitsubishi, took several significant steps forward in 2013. In February, the National Energy Board awarded LNG Canada a permit to export up to 24 million metric tonnes of LNG annually over 25 years. A project description for the liquefaction plant and marine terminal was filed with the federal and provincial environmental assessment agencies in April. The project Information Centre at the former Methanex site offices opened on June 25.
The environmental assessment (EA) process for LNG Canada is expected to continue through 2014 and into 2015. A separate EA process for the Coastal GasLink pipeline began in October 2012.
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Kitimat LNG
In February, Chevron Canada completed plans to join Apache Canada in a 50/50 joint venture for the Kitimat LNG project, the associated Pacific Trail Pipeline (PTP), and 644,000 gross undeveloped acres in the Horn River and Liard basins. This partnership was originally announced in December 2012, with former partners Encana and EOG Resources leaving the venture.
Also in February, a $200 million benefits agreement was reached with 15 First Nations along the PTP right-of-way, including the Haisla Nation.
Under their 50/50 partnership, Chevron will operate the terminal and pipeline with Apache handling the upstream assets. Site clearing work at Bish Cove, access road upgrades and the Front End Engineering Design study continued through 2013. A final investment decision could occur in 2014.
Douglas Channel Energy Partnership
This barge-based facility is the smallest of the three LNG proposals. Golar LNG and an unnamed Asian firm joined the Haisla Nation and LNG Partners as co-owners of the project in 2013. The plant will be fabricated and assembled in a shipyard, then towed to its permanent location on the west side of Douglas Channel. The project will utilize existing capacity in the Pacific Northern Gas pipeline system.
Enbridge Northern Gateway
Federal hearings by the Joint Review Panel concluded in 2013. The JRP issued its Final Report on December 19, recommending approval of the Northern Gateway project subject to 209 conditions.
As per a Council motion from January 2012, Economic Development staff initiated the process of conducting a survey of local residents regarding their opinions on the project.
Kitimat Clean Refinery
Under the Kitimat Clean proposal, an oil refinery would be located on the 3,000 ha Dubose site half way between Terrace and Kitimat. Raw product would be brought in to the refinery by rail or pipeline, with refined fuels transported approximately 40 km via pipeline to a marine terminal on Douglas Channel.
The basis for locating an export refinery near the coast as opposed to near the source of oil is due to transport costs. Constructing the refinery inland and transporting the refined products in batches over long distances is deemed uneconomical.
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In April, Kitimat Clean signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, which will serve as a financial advisor and cooperate in the financing of the project.
Pacific Natural Gas Looping Project
Pacific Northern Gas (PNG) is proposing to upgrade its gas transmission capacity by looping (or twinning) its existing 10-inch pipeline between Summit Lake and Kitimat. The new 24-inch pipeline will increase the overall pipeline capacity of the PNG Transmission System in order to meet the requirements of existing customers and potential new small-scale liquefied natural gas projects proposed for construction in Kitimat. A project description was filed with the federal and provincial environmental assessment agencies in July.
Commercial Development
2013 was a big year for the commercial sector in Kitimat. Highlights include:
. Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Casual opened . Overwaitea carried out a modernization project . Dairy Queen underwent extensive renovations, including adding a drive-thru . Husky service station received upgrades, including pay-at-the-pump capability . New tenants in City Centre Mall (e.g. WD Fashion, Kitimat Insurance Services)
Marketing
. In 2013, Economic Development continued marketing initiatives similar to those carried out in 2012. A consistent look and feel was applied across our advertising, including signage (e.g. at the airport) and new portable banners.
2013 Activities
. Held annual open house . Hosted many delegations interested in investment opportunities in Kitimat . Spoke at various conferences/events . Increased social media exposure . Assumed responsibility for management of content on municipal website . Initiated process of website re-design/overhaul
Along with the above activities, Economic Development staff developed/strengthened relationships with the provincial government as well as local stakeholders and the business community.
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2014 Activities
. Focus advertising in industry-related publications . Held annual open house . Hosted many delegations interested in investment opportunities in Kitimat . Spoke at various conferences/events . Increased social media exposure . Assumed responsibility for management of content on municipal website . Initiated process of website re-design/overhaul
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ENGINEERING SERVICES
Department Overview The Engineering Services Department includes Public Works Operations, Building Inspection and Bylaw Enforcement functions as well as Technical Services for major projects and other departments. The department employs 43 regular full time employees with additional casual and temporary employees hired in the summer and winter periods to assist with peak workloads. (Public Works - 35, Engineering/ Building/ByLaw - 8).
The Department is responsible for providing the common services for the community in the following areas: . Water supply and distribution, including intakes, pumps, chlorination, reservoirs, mains, fire hydrants, buildings and services and appurtenances; . Sewage collection and disposal, including collection mains, services, lift stations and treatment plant; . Surface and storm drainage collection and disposal, including collection mains, services, catch basins, manholes, ditch inlets and storm water outfalls; . Transportation services, including maintenance and replacement of signage, street and traffic lights, roads, walkways, parking lots, bridges and snow clearing; . Turf maintenance of Parks and other public spaces;
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. Cemetery operations which include interments, grounds and parking lot maintenance and administration; . Maintenance of public buildings and grounds, including the RCMP, Library, Museum, Main Office, Public Works, Fire Hall, Recreation Facilities, and the Kitimat Courthouse; . Building inspection and bylaw enforcement; . Design and contract administration of municipal projects; . Administrative duties related to local and Provincial legislation; . Residential refuse collection and landfill operations by contract; . Subdivision approvals and inspection; . Road, parking lot, and walkway Winter Maintenance activities, including the purchase and maintenance of equipment required to undertake it, consumes a major portion of the annual budget. . Engineering Information of Services, Orthophotography & GIS Mapping
2013 Major Work Summary
Housing & accommodation needs have driven development in the residential and commercial sectors. The need for a comprehensive approach to planning and servicing consumes a significant proportion of the human resources available. Multiple workforce accommodation projects are in various stages of development to meet the anticipated construction worker needs. The continued increase in construction activity has increased demand on hard and soft municipal services. The most significant has been the increasing subdivision and accommodation developments to provide needed residential and workforce housing. These demands and position vacancies have necessitated re-assessment and deferral of some municipal projects. The Engineering Services Department continues to deliver the common services on a very cost effective basis while providing technical review, assessment, and input on the various projects being undertaken in the industrial, commercial or residential sectors.
More Significant 2013 Expenditures - Road Improvements and Paving
The Roads Reconstruction Program for 2013 included paving of Haisla from the overpass to Kingfisher and Quatsino Boulevard East. Also, as part of the roads improvement program the municipal public works yard received paving upgrades for a total road reconstruction and paving cost of $1,088,000. The Public Works equipment yard was also paved in 2013 at a cost of $100,000. The road reconstruction program and paving was awarded to Kentron Construction a Division of YCS Holdings. One of the noticeable roadway changes has been at Lahakas Blvd. south & Quatsino intersection to better improve safety in accommodating the ongoing Subdivision development and activities at Strawberry Meadows. The intersection was reconstructed to incorporate construction of the island and additional roadway signage and lighting in the area. The works were completed by J. Oviatt Contracting in conjunction with the construction of the new Loganberry Street.
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Before After
Walkway Reconstruction Program 2013
Walkway reconstruction in 2013 did not proceed as no tenders were received. The estimated project cost was $400,000 to complete the replacement and enhancement of the downtown interior walkways between Lower City Centre parking lot and the Post Office building. The walkway works were deferred to the following year (2014).
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Water Supply
As part of the water supply reservoir facilities improvements Western Tank and Lining were commissioned to supply and install a new 880,000 US gallon bolted steel tank to replace the existing wood stave. The cost of the reservoir replacement was $643,500.
New Steel Tank Reservoir
Sanitary Sewer Lift Station
Yukon Lift Station Upgrade project entailed design, engineering services, tendering, construction and complete works including a new genset building upgrade to improve sanitary sewer disposal handling of the system in the Kildala neighbourhood area at a total cost of approximately $253,500.
Residential Refuse Curb Side Collection & Refuse Site Operations
These contracts were up for renewal and contract documents were prepared for tender. The Municipality was successful in securing both of the contracts to continue with the Residential Refuse Collection and Refuse Site Operations services for the next five years to the community at annual contract amounts of $186,000 and $160,000 respectively.
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New Equipment Purchases
Purchases of a new equipment are based on the 5 Year Fleet Maintenance Plan to ensure vehicles and equipment is replaced before equipment becomes unreliable and maintenance costs increase. The major purchases in 2013 were 2 graders at a total cost of $650,000.
In addition, a new KutKwick Slopemaster for cutting grass on steep slopes was purchased for $71,500 and 2 pick-up trucks and a sander were purchased at a total cost of $78,500.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW
Kitimat Fire and Ambulance Service is a department within the organizational structure of the District of Kitimat. As such, the Fire Chief reports to the Chief Administrative Officer. The department’s primary functions and authority to operate are outlined within District by-laws and Policy and Procedures.
The department is segregated into clear divisions that are tasked with specific duties and responsibilities including:
Fire Prevention and Education – Managed by a Deputy Chief Operations – Managed by a Deputy Chief Kitimat Emergency Program – Managed by the Emergency Coordinator
Each Division Head reports to the Fire Chief as the direct supervisor. In regard to field operations, the department staffs four Captains who oversee the day-to-day operations and supervise each of the department’s four shifts. These personnel report to the Deputy Chief of Operations as their direct supervisor.
STAFFING LEVELS
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The mission statement for the Kitimat Fire Department is:
The primary mission of Kitimat Fire & Rescue Services is to provide a range of services to the people of the District of Kitimat designed to protect against the impact of fire, medical emergencies, accidents and disasters that is both natural and manmade.
We fulfill our mission statement by providing our Core Services:
SERVICES PROVIDED
Pre-hospital Emergency Care
In 2013, the Department responded to 1027 ambulance calls.
All members of the Department are licensed in both professions; Firefighter and Primary Care Paramedic (PCP). In addition to holding and maintaining a PCP license, all members hold and maintain an IV endorsement which assists them in the delivery of a variety of life saving drugs and fluids.
Members of the Department continue to strive for excellence in continuing their medical education by participating in courses offered throughout the year together with the BC Ambulance Service.
2009-2013 AMBULANCE CALLS 2009-2013 Ambulance, Rescue, Fire and Emergency Response Calls 1200 1100 1050 1000 1000 950 900 850 800 800 750 700 600 650 AMBULANCE 600 400 747 1012 550 FIRE 733 1027 500 846 450 RESCUE AND OTHER 200 400 350 300 ER 0 250 200 2009 150 2010 100 2011 50 2012 0 2013 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
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Fire Prevention
The Kitimat Fire Department participated in the following Fire Prevention and Public Education programs:
. Commercial Inspections . Working with business owners to ensure their properties were up to Fire Code standards . Fire Safety Program in the elementary schools
. Participation in the Province wide smoke alarm campaign . Cooperative training efforts with local Industries . Fire Prevention Week . Spring Clean Up . Public Safety Fair . Juvenile Fire Setter Program . Decommissioning Underground Oil Tank enforcement through the BC Fire Code . Kitimat Emergency Awareness Program ~ summer students were trained to provide assistance to local apartment buildings and home owners with fire safety matters and public education.
. Home Safety Inspections . Public Education on fire safety through the Elementary Schools, Fire hall tours . Disaster preparedness and Wildland Urban Interface fire facts . Provincial/Industry sponsored home smoke detector program
Risk Watch Program in the Elementary Schools is the first comprehensive injury prevention program designed for use in classrooms and covers topics such as vehicle, bike and pedestrian safety, water safety, fire and burn prevention, and falls, choking and poisoning prevention with local input of internet safety. The program was brought to the schools as a joint venture of Kitimat Fire & Rescue, Kitimat RCMP, Public Health and the Northern Health Authority. This program is taught to all grade levels throughout the school year.
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Fire Suppression
In 2013, the Department responded to 164 fire related calls for a total dollar loss of $1,882,997.00. Call volume normally ranges between 120 – 150 calls in any given year
A major part of the Department’s fire suppression activities include the up-keep of skills and equipment. Time is devoted to training so that firefighters can maintain their skill level and to meet WCB regulations.
Safety and personal protection is promoted and strived for throughout all training activities as well as at all emergency scene’s to help re-enforce natural behaviour when it counts the most.
2013 MONTHLY CALL VOLUME Rescue
December In 2013, the Department responded to 30 Rescue November ER October related call. These include motor vehicles September RESCUE AND collisions, high angle incidents, confined space August OTHER July FIRE incidents, dangerous goods responses and any June AMBULANCE other type rescue related response that May April specialized rescue equipment or techniques are March required. February January 0 50 100 150
Training
Firefighters train to the N.F.P.A standards and WCB regulations for confined space, auto extrication, rapid intervention team (R.I.T.) and high angle rescue. These skills are used for Industry, the District of Kitimat and public emergency situations. The Teams are also utilized at specific District of Kitimat and Industry projects.
A big part of preparing for an event is training and preplanning. The firefighters spend a large amount of time preparing and training for all types of rescue situations. By preplanning and training for those situations, it maintains a high level of accuracy and readiness for all situations. In order to achieve this level of professionalism, there is a lot of time and commitment by the firefighters to maintain these skills.
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KITIMAT EMERGENCY PROGRAM
Our 2013 objectives were:
1. Gather information on the various LNG projects and determine what changes must be made to the Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Analysis (HRVA) and the Kitimat Emergency Plan.
2. Hold a training exercise for DOK staff.
3. Hold a Reception Center exercise for ESS volunteers.
4. Continue to engage the public in personal emergency preparedness, using ShakeoutBC 2013 as a motivating tool.
5. Review and revise the Tsunami and Evacuation Plans.
A start was made on objective #1 by establishing contacts with industry stakeholders and community service providers and scheduling regular meetings to exchange information. This objective will stay on the list for 2014.
Staff training went as planned.
The Reception Center exercise was changed to Group Lodging training.
There was greater community participation in Shakeout BC this year.
Some preliminary work was done on the Tsunami and Evacuation Plans.
The attached lists detail some of the activities that took place in 2013.
Emergency Preparedness
. The Kitimat EOC was activated after the January earthquake.
. Debriefings after the event revealed a number of improvements that could be made in communicating with the general public, although this event went much smoother than the October 2012 earthquake.
. The former Council Chambers in the Fire Hall has been converted to a fixed Emergency Operations Center. This will be an asset to the community as industrial development takes place.
. Support and assistance was given to the students conducting the Bear Aware program.
. A number of presentations on Emergency Preparedness and earthquake safety were delivered throughout the year to different organizations and groups.
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. Municipal staff attended Emergency Management training in May to prepare them for the Emergency Operations Center exercise.
. Emergency Operations Center training/exercise on evacuations was held in May for municipal staff.
. The Coordinator and members of the KFD attended a spill exercise hosted by Shell Canada at the terminal.
. A public meeting was held so Emergency Management BC staff and municipal representatives could present information on earthquakes and Tsunamis. A display of personal emergency preparedness kits and information was available.
. Throughout the year, Kitamaat Village emergency personnel were invited to participate in our training and activities.
Emergency Radio Communication
. The Emergency Radio Communication group is still active and maintains the radio room at the Fire Hall and a radio repeater.
. The ERC group continues to meet weekly.
. Volunteers with commercial radio knowledge and experience are continuing to work on improvements to KEP and KSAR radio communications.
Emergency Support Services (ESS)
. ESS volunteers offered Personal Disaster Assistance (Level One response) to the residents of two homes involved in fires.
. The Kitimat ESS Team had a display and distributed information at the Health and Safety Fair held at Riverlodge.
. Group Lodging training was conducted in May.
. Members of the ESS team attended the NESST conference and training in Burns Lake.
. The ESS group continues to hold regular monthly meetings.
. Membership numbers have started dropping and the ESS group is trying to recruit new members.
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Search and Rescue
. A one day Wilderness Safety/Bear Aware workshop was held for the Leisure Services Department summer students.
. A Bear Safety workshop was held for Municipal gardening staff.
. A Ground Search and Rescue training course was held in 2013 to qualify new members cover attrition in the group.
. Bear Aware and hiking safety sessions were held for members of the public.
. Kitimat Search & Rescue had a display and distributed information at the Health and Safety Fair held at Riverlodge.
. Team members attended a day long helicopter training session in Terrace, learning about helicopter safety and practicing hover exit, hover entry and stretcher loading.
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Kitimat Search and Rescue members attended regional training in Team Leadership, Avalanche Rescue, and Rope Rescue.
A number of Kitimat Search & Rescue Team members participated in emergency management training.
The Organized Avalanche Response team conducted a week end training exercise on Larsen ridge in March.
Kitimat Search & Rescue had a display and distributed information at the Bear Aware Display/BBQ held at the Lion’s Park behind the Library.
. Kitimat Search and Rescue volunteers organized and hosted the Banff Mountain Film Festival in Kitimat. Great community support and the performance sold out! Funds raised will go towards the purchase of Occupational Health and Safety personal protective equipment.
. Kitimat Search & Rescue had 5 operational tasks in 2013:
1. Assisted RCMP regarding overdue kayaker on Douglas Channel.
2. Search for missing suicidal female.
3. Responded to an RCMP call regarding an individual from the Bechtel camp who had gone hiking on Mt. Elizabeth and was overdue.
4. Assisted Hatchery staff in rescuing 2 individuals whose boat had overturned on the Kitimat River.
5. SAR team members spent several days on a search for two missing mushroom pickers east of Terrace.
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ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
The Kitimat RCMP is responsible for providing policing services to the District of Kitimat and the community of Kitamaat Village. The Detachment provides 24 hour coverage 7 days per week, 365 days a year. The Detachment responded to approximately 4486 calls for service with the majority of those calls being generated within the community boundaries. Although the outlying rural area is large, the population base is low thus calls for service are limited.
DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW
The mission statement for the RCMP across Canada is:
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is Canada=s national police service. Proud of our traditions and secure in meeting future challenges, we commit to preserve the peace, uphold the law and provide quality partnerships with our communities.
The Kitimat RCMP’s priorities for 2013 focused on:
. Reducing the impact and usage of drugs in our Community . Contribute to Safe Roads . Crime Reduction (Mischief) . Contribute to Employee Wellness
Key Initiatives included:
. Increasing the number of drug projects during the year . Monthly expectations for members to have a minimum number of contacts per month . Integrate the Kitimat Detachment traffic plan and implement same with the National RSV 2015 program through dedicated traffic days, road checks and joint force operations . Provide education to school/community groups as needed or requested . Monitor prolific offenders closely with street checks, curfew/condition checks
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SERVICES PROVIDED
There are currently 18 regular members stationed in Kitimat and provide duties as follows:
. One Staff Sergeant who is the Detachment Commander overseeing the administration of the detachment. . One Sergeant Operations Officer who oversees the day to day policing operations of the detachment. . Two Corporal Watch Commander/supervisors. . Twelve General Duty Constables who provide first response to calls for service in the District of Kitimat, Kitamaat Village and outlying rural areas. . One of the Corporals and one of the Constables positions are provincially funded. . One Constable whose mandate is to provide enhanced policing services to the First Nations Community of Kitamaat Village. . One General Investigations Investigator who investigates serious crimes and drug related activities. . Four Municipal employee administrative support personnel and an Office Manager.
Resources are flexible and interchangeable being deployed in appropriate areas as situations dictate.
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Auxiliary Police
There was 1 Auxiliary member who worked on community events and accompanied Detachment members on patrols throughout 2013. The Auxiliaries wear a modified uniform and do not carry side arms. They are members of our community who volunteer their time to enhance the service to the communities that are policed.
Victim Services
The Victim Service employee provided support to victims of crime and assisted them with such things as familiarization of the judicial process, providing file updates, and support for victims of crime and sudden deaths.
D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education)
This valuable ten week program was taught in 2013 for the grade 5 students starting in the fall of 2013. The students learned about the harmful effects that drugs and alcohol have on their bodies. More importantly they learn self-esteem and self-confidence. DARE is a social skills program that provides them with the skills to resist drugs and alcohol.
Boat Patrols
Our vessel was replaced with another vessel from Prince Rupert towards the end of 2013. For most of 2013 the old vessel was not in good mechanical shape and was not very reliable which made members reluctant to use it. During 2013 there were no noteworthy calls for the use of the vessel. However it is anticipated with the increase of population and increased water activity that the vessel will become more of a necessity that it currently is. We have 4 Water Transport trained members.
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School Liaison
The Kitimat RCMP General Duty officers were assigned a specific school where they attend from time to time to meet with kids, talk to parents, make patrols, and generally connect on a different level within the school environment. The Drug Awareness Resistance Education officers also played a role within the school environment as they worked closely with the school staff and General Duty officers to ensure the needs of all who were served by the school liaison program were met.
Other Services
Traffic Services, Marine Section, Forensic Identification and Laboratory Sections, Dog Services, Drug Enforcement Section, Major Crime Investigators and Provincial General Investigators are services that were used by our Detachment in 2013.
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LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The District of Kitimat Leisure Services Department continued to serve the residents of Kitimat and the visitors to the community in several ways in 2013, including offering a wide variety of programs, workshops and special events. The goal of the Kitimat Leisure Services Department is to provide patrons and the public in general with a positive experience while partaking in their recreation and leisure pursuits of choice.
Kitimat offers a wide range of both indoor and outdoor recreational activities and opportunities throughout the year. These activities and opportunities are made available through an assortment of community clubs and groups, privately owned organizations, businesses and tax-supported agencies. The 25 regular and approximately 30 part-time staff of the Kitimat Leisure Services Department strives to provide quality and wholesome recreation experiences and leisure experiences to the community. With the help of an estimated 80 – 100 contract workers and volunteers, the Leisure Services Department has the support to significantly enhance the quality of life in Kitimat.
2013 proved to be very exciting as the department continued to meet the policies and objectives of Council. In particular reopening of the Chilko and Heron Park Wading Pools and providing leadership to community events and groups as well as provide high quality recreation and leisure experiences to the residents of Kitimat.
Many projects were started in 2013, some reaching completion and some continuing into 2013. Highlights of 2011 included: July 1st, Rail Jam, Kid Sport Kitimat Fun Run, Craft Fairs, 8th Annual Kitamaat Open Basketball Tournament, and various partnerships with the Haisla, local industry/business and provincial recognition for quality programming and facilities. Kitimat Leisure Services Department along with its partners at Northern Health is recognized across the North as leaders in developing Healthy Communities strategies and programming.
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Other noteworthy items from 2013 included:
Radley Park improvements (shelters, electrical improvements and campsite upgrades); Small Equipment Replacement Bear Aware Project Men’s Health Program/Partnership with Northern Health Riverlodge Activity Room Floor Refinish Riverlodge Tennis Court Fence Riverlodge Camera Replacement/Addition Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre Observation Wall Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre Pool Fitness Room Tamitik Arena Main Roof Ladder Tamitik Arena Compressor Replacement #1 Tamitik Arena Meeting Room Floor Replacement Tamitik Camera Replacement/Addition Kitimat Ice Rink Propane and Ammonia Sensors Kitimat Ice Rink Electrical Panel Replacement (2) Invasive Plant Project & Partnership Centennial Park Fountain & Wall Smith Street Park Playground Bunting Park Handicapped Fishing Location Log House Repair (Radley Park) Annual Improvements (Radley & Hirsch Creek Parks) Kitimat River Hydrology Report Update
Membership and affiliation with the following organizations:
British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association; Canadian Parks and Recreation Association; Canadian Red Cross LERN International Resource Network Life Saving Society of Canada. Recreation and Facilities Association of British Columbia;
Changes in the community’s population and demographics continue to be a concern to the department. Changes in both of these areas will no doubt have a major impact on how the department operates over the next 10 – 15 years. Although the changes are manageable, it is important to look forward and make the necessary adjustments. The Leisure Services Department staff continues to monitor the operating budget closely each year to ensure that the allocated resources are used responsibly for recreation and community beautification.
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Recreation and Leisure Opportunities in Kitimat
Leisure opportunities abound throughout the community. Developed sport and recreation sites include:
. Six tennis courts . Ten baseball/softball fields (both Municipal and School Board) . Fourteen soccer pitches . Skate, bike and board park, Nechako Centre . Two summer playground locations . Concession, snack facilities at Riverlodge Recreation Centre and Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex . Banquet, conference and dance facilities at Riverlodge Recreation Centre . Meeting rooms at Riverlodge, Tamitik and various locations in the community . South Hirsch Creek mountain bike trails (access from Forest Ave. to six loops of various lengths) . Numerous hiking trails (info available at Museum, Riverlodge, Tamitik & Chamber of Commerce) . Rod and Gun Club offers skeet shooting, pistol range and archery . Various snowmobile areas - contact local club . Hirsch Creek Park – wilderness park and nature area/picnic sites . Radley Park - camping, fishing and picnic areas . Hospital Beach picnic area, boat launch . Fire Mountain Shooting Range . 23 neighborhood adventure parks . Snowflake Park, horseback riding area . Hirsch Creek Golf and Winter Club: Summer 18 hole golf course, Winter 4 sheet curling rink . Year round banquet and meeting rooms . Snowflake Senior Centre at Riverlodge . MK Bay Marina off Kitamaat Village Road
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Some of the Leisure Services Department’s other services are:
. Programming and organizational assistance to community groups and associations . Community Tree Planting Program . Office and advertising assistance to community and recreation groups . Leadership development in summer student employment opportunities . Rental of meeting rooms and banquet facilities . Coordination of community use of Municipal and School Board sports fields and Municipal park picnic sites . Disabled fishing location on Kitimat River at Methanex pumphouse . Riverbank fishing program . Giant spruce, one of the largest spruce trees in BC . Program for trees adjacent to public and private properties
Some of the services provided by the District of Kitimat, either solely or in cooperation with other departments or organizations, include the maintenance, scheduling, staffing and programming of the following community recreation facilities:
Facility Phone Fax Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex (250) 632-8955 (250) 632-3668 Tamitik Arena, Kitimat Ice Rink, Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre Riverlodge Recreation Centre Meeting Rooms, Gymnasium, Strength Training, Socials, Sports (250) 632-8970 (250) 632-5953 Fields Kitmat Youth Centre (250) 632-8974 Kitimat Museum & Archives (250) 632-8950 (250) 632-7429 Mount Elizabeth Theatre (250) 632-7887 Kitimat Public Library (250) 632-8985 (250) 632-2630 School Board Sports Fields (250) 632-8970 Snowflake Seniors Centre (250) 632-3405 Radley & Hirsch Creek Campgrounds (250) 632-8955
The above facilities and services represent a brief outline of many opportunities provided by the District of Kitimat for and with the citizens of Kitimat.
Leisure Services Department Committees – 2013
. Advisory Family Court Committee . Leisure Services Advisory Commission . Age Friend Community Committee . Annual Kitamaat Basketball Tournament . Festivals Kitimat . Kick It Up Kitimat . Kitimat Gyro Club Radley park Committee . Kitimat Inter-Agencies . Kitimat Primary Health Care . Rail Jam
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Professional Associations:
. BC LifeSaving Society . BC Recreation and Parks Association . BC Recreation Facilities Association . Canadian Parks and Recreation Association . Canadian Red Cross . LERN International Resource Network . Local Government Management Association . Union of British Columbia Municipalities
Partnerships
. Active Communities . BC Conservation Foundation . BC Safety Council . Haisla Nation Council . Northern Health . Northwest Invasive Plant Council . Tree Canada
2013 Contracts administered by the Leisure Services Department with Community Groups
CONTRACT COMMUNITY GROUP
Tamitik Arena Concession Operations Snow Valley Skating Club Trail System Maintenance Snow Valley Nordic Ski Club Fire Mountain Shooting Range Maintenance Alcan Anderson Creek Shooting Society Bill Rich Soccer Complex Management Kitimat Youth Soccer Association
North Cove Trail Maintenance / Shooting Kitimat Marlin Swim Club Range Clean Up
Snowflake Community Fairgrounds Snowflake Community Fairgrounds Society
Canada Day Celebrations Festivals Kitimat / Kitimat Kinsmen Club Kitimat Seniors Citizens Association, Seniors' Centre Branch 129
Kitimat Demon's Inter-City Adult Hockey Kitimat Demons Hockey Club
Kitimat Youth Centre Kitimat Community Services Society
Kitimat Boxing Facility Rental Kitimat Boxing Club
Field Clean-Up (Riverlodge fields, Sk8 Park, Provincial Networking Group Nechako interior park)
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WEATHER STATISTICS
RAINFALL RECORD 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008
Total (mm) 1675.5 1553 2338.8 1663.5 1616.7 1836.4 Number of Days Rain Fell 173 184 190 138 146 185 Oct 4 Jan 03 Jan 25 Sep 24 Oct 25 Feb 14 Most Rain in 24 Hours (mm) 92.0 77.0 78.0 91.0 62.5 60.5
SUNSHINE RECORD 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008
Total hours 1657.3 1168.8 1123.6 1531.6 1469 1249 Number of Days Sun Shone 214 164 172 210 198 199 July 15 & 16 Jul 14 Aug 12 & 17 Jul 12 & 13 Aug 4,14,15 Jul 29 Warmest Day ºC July 15 Aug 5 34.0 31.0 32.0 34.0 39.0 32.0
Coolest Day ºC Jan 11-13 Jan 17 - 20 Mar 02 Nov 22 & 23 Dec 14 Dec 6 13.0 -21.0 -24.0 -19.0 -21.0 -15.0 Mean Annual Temp ºC 8.6 7 6.8 7.3 6.9 6.6
SNOWFALL RECORD 2013/2014 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2008/09 October Nil Nil Nil Nil 11.5 Nil November 60.6 (RTA) 87.8 162 55 36.8 32 December 69.5 (RTA) 159.7 90.5 103 25 90.5 January 3 32.5 327 67.5 23 167 February 106 76.5 33.5 204 2 26 March Missing 10 21.4 65 3 52 April Missing Nil Nil 2 5 3.5 May Missing Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Total (cm) 239.1 366.5 634.4 496.5 106.3 371 Feb 4 Nov 22 Jan 22 Feb 13 Nov 22 Jan 4 & 26 Most Snow in 24 Hours (cm) 16 39 57 100 13 35
(mm) - Millimeter (cm) - Centimeter
60