The City of Castlegar is introducing a new waste management system that will reduce garbage sent to the landfill by separating your household waste into three streams: organics, recycling and garbage. Starting August 21, your green-lidded large garbage cart will become the organics cart. You’ll be able to toss food scraps and yard trimmings into ......
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Natural Swimming Ponds at Millennium Park Reopen – June 30, 2023
The natural swimming ponds at Castlegar’s Millennium Park are now open. The ponds were voluntarily closed on May 25, 2023 following tests showing the presence of chlorine. Chlorine is a chemical element used for disinfectants and bleaches. “We are very happy to be able to open the ponds in time for the long weekend,” says ......
Reminder – City of Castlegar Property Taxes Due July 4, 2023
The City of Castlegar reminds homeowners that all property taxes are due on July 4, 2023. 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 person or online through your ......
Natural Swimming Ponds at Millennium Park Remain Closed – June 19, 2023
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 ......
Notice of Weed Control at Ballfields Starting June 24, 2023
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 ......
2023 Water Restrictions Begin June 15
Please be advised that the City’s water restrictions will be in place effective June 15, 2023 until September 15, 2023. Be Water Wise!...
City of Castlegar Property Taxes Due July 4, 2023
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 ......
Natural Swimming Ponds at Millennium Park Temporarily Closed
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 ......
Natural Swimming Ponds at Millennium Park Temporarily Closed – May 25, 2023
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 ......