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March 13, 2013
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Board Rules Airport Control Sites Worth $20   


The Property Assessment Appeal Board has ruled that assessments at four air traffic control facilities in British Columbia will be reduced to just $20.  The ruling affects properties in North Saanich, Castlegar, Penticton and Pitt Meadows.  Responding to media questions, UBCM President Mary Sjostrom said the ruling demonstrates the need for changes in how assessments are determined.  Read More

UBCM Preparing to Launch Provincial Election Platform  


The 2013 provincial election provides an opportunity for BC local governments to engage with party leaders and candidates to raise matters of common interest to local government. Next week UBCM will be releasing its election platform to provide a basis for engagement during the campaign and frame post election advocacy.  Read More
Gas Tax Fund Expenditure Amendment Complete

 

A Gas Tax Agreement amendment to extend spending deadlines for Community Works, Regionally Significant Projects, Innovations, and Strategic Priority funding has been finalized. Read More

 

Regional Relations Focus for CEO Forum June 13-14

 

The Local Government Leadership Academy will be sponsoring a forum for Chief Elected Officials June 13 and 14 at the Granville Island Hotel. This event will provide tools and resources for building regional collaboration and cooperation. 

 

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Events

RD CEO/CAO Forum
March 19 - 20, 2013
Victoria, BC

UBCM Benefits Conference
April 18 - 19, 2013
Richmond, BC

Local Government Awareness Week
May 19-25, 2013


 

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