Community Services
2015 Achievements
Community Services
Lake Country Acknowledged as Sustainability Leader
Lake Country was acknowledged as a sustainability leader by the Planning Institute of British Columbia ( PIBC ) at their annual Awards for Excellence in Planning and Individual Achievement banquet held in Vancouver on June 18 , 2015 . The high caliber of the District of Lake Country ’ s Integrated Community Sustainability Plan ( ICSP ) was noted amongst other leading planning projects throughout British Columbia .
With funding support from the Government of Canada through the Gas Tax Initiative , the ICSP is a roadmap to work toward environmental , cultural , social , and economic goals for Lake Country . With extensive input from the public , the plan ’ s bold vision is that “ Lake Country be a healthy , sustainable community that attracts and retains residents , businesses and visitors because of its employment opportunities , outstanding outdoor recreation , thriving arts and culture , special agricultural character , natural beauty , and easy access to urban amenities
Town Centre Project
The Community Services team assisted the Callahan Property Group to begin site development work on their exciting commercial project on Main Street in early 2015 . The Development Permit sets out the plan to develop the property with four buildings totaling 2,522.2 m 2 ( 27,149 sq ft ), which will add significantly to the commercial options available within the community .
As the site continues to develop , we have seen the Royal Bank , Shoppers Drug Mart , Bosleys , and Sweet Legs , join as tenants at the landmark Main Street project .
“ The Lake Country ICSP was developed in partnership with a core group of community stakeholders , including arts and cultural groups , educational institutions and other agencies , environmental organizations , as well as the Chamber of Commerce , and individual volunteers ,” explains Director of Community Services , Mark Koch . Public outreach included a stakeholder forum , community visioning workshop , public survey , as well as a dedicated team of local youth known as the “ Street Team ” who attended numerous local events to solicit further public input .
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