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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BEAVER VALLEY WATER SERVICE USERS

Important News Release from Interior Health - please click here for the bulletin from Interior Health regarding heat warnings

Important News Release from the BC Wildfire Service

The one thing in life that is for sure is that things are always changing.

It is with mixed feelings the Village of Fruitvale announces the retirement of Glen Grieve.

Glen has been an integral part of the Village of Fruitvale team for thirty-four years most notably in his position as Water Foreman operating the Beaver Valley Water System. Glen holds a Level III Water Treatment Operator and Level II Water Distribution Operator Certificate with the Environmental Operators Certification Program and has ensured users of the Beaver Valley Water System have enjoyed worry free and safe water treatment and distribution to their homes.

While Glen will be staying close to the Village of Fruitvale imparting his knowledge and experience as we move into a new chapter operating the Beaver Valley Water System, we will miss seeing him daily through our operations.

Congratulations Glen and we will miss you. Enjoy the next chapter!

Village of Fruitvale Council, CAO and Staff

Interior Health gearing-up to administer second doses of COVID-19 vaccine at record pace

For information on COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics in our area click here

Attention Fruitvale Residents - effective Monday June 25, 2021 

The Village Office is now open from 8:30 until noon and from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays. We kindly ask that you only visit the Village Office if absolutely necessary.  Our phones are answered between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm and we are more than happy to assist you over the phone. Residents are also encouraged to use the drop-box to place any payments being made by cheque to avoid visiting the Village Office in person.

When visiting the Village Office in person, please adhere to the following:

• only two visitors are permitted in the foyer at a time
• social distancing is in effect--please make sure you keep two meters between you and any other visitors
• hand must be sanitized upon entering the building
• all applications and forms must be completed at home whenever possible
• do not visit the Village Office if you are feeling unwell

 Village staff will sanitize all surfaces and equipment used by visitors in between each use. 

A reminder that you can take advantage of the various payment methods to avoid visiting the Village Office in person. These include e-transfer, internet banking through credit unions, CIBC, BMO, and ScotiaBank, and credit cards through the PayTM Canada App. Using these methods of payment instead of visiting the Village Office helps keep you and us safe and healthy!

Did you know that we offer curbside pick up for garbage bags? Simply call ahead and let us know when you'd like to pick them up and we will gladly leave them outside the Village Office doors for you!

Council meeting will continue to be held via Zoom for the foreseeable future. You can access the meetings by clicking on the URL listed on the Council meeting notification. 

 Homeowner Grant & Property Tax Deferment

Eligible residential property owners can now claim their 2021 homeowner grant with the Province.

As soon as you receive your property tax notice, you can apply for property tax deferment.

Remember - B.C. municipalities no longer accept applications.

How to apply?

Homeowner grant:

• Apply online at gov.bc.ca/homewownergrant
• Apply 24/7 using a voice recognition self-serve application: Toll-free at 1 888 355-2700
• Or to speak with an agent, call toll-free at 1-888-355-2700, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, excluding statutory holidays
• You will need your Social Insurance Number and tax notice

Property tax deferment:

• Apply online at gov.bc.ca/propertytaxdeferment
• Call 1 888 355-2700 if you must have a paper application; Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, excluding statutory holidays. A paper-based application can take longer to receive and review – you may risk late payment penalties if you not eligible.

Applying online is quicker and secure.

Notice to Village of Fruitvale Residents:

With Council's support, Village of Fruitvale Staff have worked hard over the past year to keep the Village safe and to keep staff healthy to continue delivering essential services to our citizens.  We are worried about our family, our friends, and our community and believe that by following our Provincial Public Health Orders we will return to normal.  We will continue to be vigilant in following PHO orders and doing what we can to keep us all safe. 

Be kind, be calm, and be safe.

2021 Village of Fruitvale Budget Presentation

The Village of Fruitvale 2021 Operating Budget presentation can be found here

The Village of Fruitvale 2021 Capital Budget presentation can be found here

Greater Trail Home of Champions Society

The Greater Trail Home of Champions Society is seeking nominations of deserving individuals for recognition on the Home of Champions Monument.  Nominations will be accepted at any time  Information on the Home of Champions program, the nomination criteria and nomination form may be found on the City of Trail's website, www.trail.ca and typing "Home of Champions" in the search bar.  Please help us honour those who have made a significant contribution to our community or excelled in their chosen field of endeavour.

House and Home - RDKB Housing Needs Assessment Report can be found here

NEW - COVID Province-wide Restrictions as of midnight November 20, 2020 - click here

Middle School Development and Haines Park Master Plans

On Saturday, September 12th, Council held an open house to share information and provide an update to residents regarding the Middle School Development and Haines Park Master Plans. To ensure that all residents have access to the same information, the poster boards that were presented at the open house are accessible online by clicking on the below links. If you want more information, please contact the Village Office.

Middle School Development Poster Boards

Haines Park Poster Board

All Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings will be held electronically on the Zoom Video Conference platform until further notice.

Download Zoom and use this link for all Village of Fruitvale Council meetings.

Join Zoom Meeting  -  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3353726693
Meeting ID: 335 372 6693

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you'll find it here in Fruitvale!”