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The natural swimming ponds at Castlegar’s Millennium Park remain closed following tests showing the presence of chlorine. Chlorine is a chemical element used for disinfectants and bleaches. The ponds were voluntarily closed on May 25, following routine maintenance, when staff noticed a visible change in the habitat of the ponds which was caused by the ......

As per the City of Castlegar Pest Management Program, the City is planning on treating weeds and vegetation at the following ballfields: Pony Field – June 24, 2023 Mosquito Field – June 24, 2023 Sports field user groups will be given advance notice of treatment prior to application. Weed control in these areas will be ......

Please be advised that the City’s water restrictions will be in place effective June 15, 2023 until September 15, 2023. Be Water Wise!...

All Castlegar homeowners should be receiving their property tax notices soon. All property taxes are due on July 4, 2023 and residents are encouraged to pay on time to avoid a 10 per cent penalty which is automatically applied to unpaid taxes after the deadline. The City offers the following property tax payment options: in ......

The natural swimming ponds at Castlegar’s Millennium Park are temporarily closed. During routine park maintenance, Civic Works crews noted potential water quality issues and voluntarily closed the ponds as a precautionary measure while water sample testing is completed. “We apologize for any inconvenience the temporary closure may have on people visiting the park,” says Director ......

The natural swimming ponds at Castlegar’s Millennium Park are temporarily closed. During routine park maintenance, Civic Works crews noted potential water quality issues and voluntarily closed the ponds as a precautionary measure while water sample testing is completed. “We apologize for any inconvenience the temporary closure may have on people visiting the park,” says Director ......

The City of Castlegar is initiating a Liquid Waste Management Plan and is seeking community involvement. Liquid waste includes both sanitary sewage and stormwater. Proper management of the City’s liquid waste relies on built physical infrastructure to convey and treat it, and guidance from well-thought-out plans, policies, commitments, and budgets to ensure a broad range ......

The City extends a huge thank you to community members who have shared their thoughts on the future of Castlegar as it renews its Official Community Plan. Last week, the City had in-person conversations with community members to learn more about their priorities for Castlegar.  Events included: Family Night, in collaboration with School District 20 ......

As per the City of Castlegar Pest Management Program, the City is planning on treating weeds and vegetation at the following ball dirt infields: KMS fields – May 20, 2023 Complex – May 26, 2023 Sports field user groups will be given advance notice of treatment prior to application. Weed control in these areas will ......