The City of Abbotsford is looking to solve its long term water problems by tapping a nearby major waterway. Mayor Bruce Banman says people in the city have cut their water usage since a debate over water use began. "What really happened is, is Abbotsford is down 25-percent on peak days. Nobody would have even thought that human behaviour would have … [Read more...]
Coal transfer terminal on the Fraser River causes outrage among climate change advocates
March 11, 2013 by
A community meeting is being held this evening about a proposed coal transer terminal on the Fraser River in Surrey. If the terminal goes ahead, the coal would come in by train and be transferred to barges, and taken to Texada Island. It would then be exported to Asia. Kevin Washbrook with the group, "Voters Taking Action Against Climate Change" is … [Read more...]
Virtually no risk, says Fraser Health Authority
February 13, 2013 by
That's what an official says about adding chlorine to Chilliwack's drinking water. This, after hundreds of residents signed a petition to stop the Authority from doing so, over health and cost concerns. And the Mayor says the city has been recognized several times for its water quality. But Medical Health Officer Dr. Marcus Lem says recent … [Read more...]
Fraser Health meets some, but not all targets
February 7, 2013 by
Fraser Health is out with a report on progress made in five areas of care in hospitals. Back in June, then-Health Minister Mike de Jong issued a directive to the authority to make improvements within 150 days. Fraser Health says three targets set out have been met, the other two showed "considerable improvement". The authority says the number of … [Read more...]
Province and Feds talking about who will take responsibility for dredging the Fraser River
January 27, 2013 by
Federal Minister James Moore says dredging sediment in the Fraser River needs to be a priority in order to mitigate flooding. Moore says economic activity upstream causes sediment to build up in the Fraser, resulting in flooding in Richmond, Delta, Port Coquilam and Surrey as the riverbed becomes elevated. He says the Federal Government did provide … [Read more...]
Transit south of the Fraser badly treated
January 25, 2013 by
The Mayor of Delta is none too happy with the service levels Translink provides her community or any area south of the Fraser. Lois Jackson says there needs to be a realistic look at sharing the load when it comes to paying for Translink services. Jackson says solutions could include Delta going it alone for transit or perhaps a new South of … [Read more...]
ICBC sees spike in claims for Alex Fraser Bridge as well, possibly due to falling snow and ice
December 21, 2012 by
It wasn't just the Port Mann Bridge wrecking havoc with cars during wintery weather Wednesday. "Ice bombs" falling from that bridge's support cables broke windshields, dented cars and sent two people to hospital. Adam Grossman with ICBC confirms there are also around 20 claims involving the Alex Fraser Bridge. "There's been some reports of similar … [Read more...]
Abbotsford abandons effort to leave Fraser Valley Regional District
December 10, 2012 by
After twice voting to try and get out of the Fraser Valley Regional District the city of Abbotsford has decided to stay put. Abbotsford city council passed a motion Monday afternoon to remain in the regional district. City staff made the recomendation citing cost savings for Abbotsford found within the FVRD's budget as well as the addition of … [Read more...]
Residents South of Fraser River still waiting for transit expansion
December 1, 2012 by
While the City of Vancouver pushes for a rapid transit line down Broadway, people south of the Fraser continue to wait for transit expansion. Langley City Mayor Peter Fassbender says it is not a matter of Broadway rapid transit versus south of the Fraser expansion. Although Fassbender also admits people who live south of the Fraser are getting … [Read more...]
Another shooting south of the Fraser
November 14, 2012 by
Surrey RCMP are investigating a shooting. The lone victim was shot in the stomach near 86th Avenue and 156th Street. police have made no comment on his condition or whether the incident is gang related. CKNW Vancouver News … [Read more...]
