Barney Bentall and the Legendary Hearts as the headline performer at the Golden Spike Days Festival. You don t need a ticket it s all free.

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1 PORT MOODY FOCUS Summer 2018 Vol. 21 No. 2 Celebrate summer with exciting events Mark your calendar! The City of Port Moody presents three signature events in July and August: our Canada Day Celebration on July 1, the Mayor s Summertime Celebration on July 27, and Car-Free Day on August 19, Celebrate Canada s birthday with us on Sunday, July 1 at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street). Port Moody s Mayor and Council will host a patriotic ceremony at the PCT Performance Stage at 1pm, followed by cupcakes and juice at 1:30pm. Between 11am and 6pm, stop by Pop-Up City Hall and grab some I Love Port Moody swag. At 9:15pm, the City presents Barney Bentall and the Legendary Hearts as the headline performer at the Golden Spike Days Festival. You don t need a ticket it s all free. Join Port Moody s Mayor on Friday, July 27 for a free summer celebration and barbecue full of family fun, music and entertainment, and games for all ages. The Mayor s Summertime Celebration kicks off at 3pm at City Hall (100 Newport Drive) and runs until 6:30pm. Car-Free Day is back! After a successful, first-ever Car-Free Day in 2017, the City is once again taking over five blocks of St. Johns Street (from Douglas Street to Moody Street) for a community celebration that will feature local businesses and artisans, live music on the Main Stage, green transportation displays, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and Brewers Row Beer Garden. Car-Free Day is happening on Sunday, August 19 from 12noon-7pm. We encourage you to leave your car at home, and walk, bike, or take public transit instead. The City of Port Moody s Shoreline Shuttle serves Rocky Point Park, City Hall, and St. Johns Street. Hop on it s free to ride! Get Your Guide to Summer... 3 $20 Summer Rec Pass... 3 Shoreline Shuttle... 5 YOUR QUARTERLY COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

2 MAYOR S corner From green spaces and arts-infused places, to Rocky Point Pier and locally-brewed beer, Port Moody offers urban appeal with a friendly, smalltown feel. If you ve lived here for years, you know what I m talking about. If you re new in town, you ll soon find out just how amazing this place really is. We re in for another busy summer around the City, with a great line-up of exciting events, which include: RibFest, Car-Free Day, Summer Sunday Concerts, Firefighters Pancake Breakfast, Mayor s Summertime Celebration and, of course, Golden Spike Days and Canada Day. You can check out all these events and others in our new Guide to Summer, which is available on the City website (portmoody.ca/summerguide). City Council and civic committee meetings aren t held in August, but there will still be plenty of activity in the City over the summer months. Following the successful implementation of the RS1-S small lot zoning, the new zoning bylaw will be adopted, with major updates to the now 30-year-old existing bylaw, including laneway housing. Summer is the time for utility and roadwork: major projects will include Gatensbury Road improvements, paving in College Park, the extension of the Murray Street Bike Path, and the final bridge replacement on the Shoreline Trail. Watch for notices of construction as these and other capital projects will impact roads and trail access. We continue with the repair and renovation projects at all City facilities, and early works will begin for implementation of the Master Transportation Plan. We re also moving forward with plans for the Moody Centre Transit-Oriented Development Area. Most of all have a great summer. Get out and enjoy a hike, bike, run, or paddle, or drop in to the Arts Centre, Museum or Library and take in some culture. Pay a visit to some of our amazing local shops and dine in one of our fantastic eateries. There are so many great ways to spend a day in Port Moody. We are so lucky to have this beautiful place to call home. Mayor Mike Clay Rocky Point Park is one popular place in Port Moody during the summer! Port Moody Firefighters 41st Annual Pancake Breakfast June 30 and July 1 8am 12pm Inlet Centre Fire Hall, 150 Newport Drive Firefighters are volunteering their time to make breakfast for charity! Money raised goes to the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation and Crossroads Hospice. portmoody.ca or Port Moody RibFest July am 9pm Rocky Point Park, 2800-block of Murray Street This popular community event is presented by Rotary Club of Port Moody, and features three days of delicious BBQ, live music, craft breweries, and family entertainment (including a Kids Zone). portmoodyribfest.ca Summer Sundays Concerts Sundays from July 8 Sept 2 Starting at 2pm Rocky Point Park, 2800-block of Murray Street Enjoy free blues, soul, funk and R&B concerts. July 8 Groove & Tonic July 15 Mr. Boogie Woogie July 29 David Gogo Aug 5 Nigel Mack & The Blues Attack (2pm), R&B Allstars (4:30pm) Aug 12 Eagle Eyes Aug 19 Steelin In The Years Aug 26 Brickhouse Sept 2 Big City Soul SUMMER

3 SUMMER READING = BRAIN BOOT CAMP! Avoid the heat-induced haze and dog-day doldrums by sending your mind to boot camp with the Port Moody Public Library s summer reading clubs. On sale now: $20 summer rec passes for kids and teens Looking for an inexpensive way to keep your kids active over the summer? For only $20, a child and youth summer pass will provide unlimited access to all drop-in activities at recreation facilities in Port Moody. Pass holders can go swimming at Rocky Point and Westhill outdoor pools, try our gymnasium programs and fitness classes, or take part in drop-in activities like jungle gym and family badminton. Visit portmoody.ca/recreation to see the full list of eligible drop-in activities for preschoolers, children, and youth. Passes are available for purchase at the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Road); the pass holder must be present at the time of purchase to have his or her photo taken. Passes are valid from June 18 to September 3, Adults can lace up with Exercise Your Mind. Choose a reading fitness goal and workout type, and the library will provide great titles (and a chance to win a grand prize!) to keep you motivated. The Teen Summer Reading Club promises prizes, personalized recommendations, and great reads all summer long. Kids 12+ can pick up a Book Club Bingo Card and complete row challenges to win. Kids will cause a Motion Commotion this summer. Avoid the summer slump by committing to read for 50 days and earn a gold reading medal at a special ceremony on August 25. Registration is open. Visit library. portmoody.ca to learn more. The 2018 Guide to Summer has arrived get it now! SUMMER 2018 City of Port Moody GUIDE TO SUMMER Culture, Events and Parks! Events and celebrations, pools and parks, music and art you ll find information on all these things and more in the City of Port Moody s 2018 Guide to Summer. This handy publication will help you fill your calendar so you don t miss out on any of the exciting events and activities happening in the City of the Arts this summer. Read about can t-miss events like the Mayor s Summertime Celebration and Car-Free Day, musical performances like Summer Sundays Concerts and Wednesday Night Live, and many more events and activities like the Newfie Kitchen Party, Port Moody Arts Centre Birthday Bash, and Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. Pick up your personal copy of the Guide to Summer at City Hall, the Library, or the Port Moody Arts Centre today! You can also find the guide at City events and online at portmoody.ca/summerguide SUMMER 3

4 Applying nematodes to combat Chafer Beetle? If you are applying nematodes tiny worms that live in soil to help combat Chafer Beetle infestation, you may be eligible for a temporary exemption from current lawn watering regulations. The City of Port Moody will grant one temporary exemption free of charge for residents applying nematodes. Permits are only issued under Stage 1 and 2 watering restrictions, and to residents who can show proof of nematode purchase. Please bring proof of nematode purchase to the second floor counter at City Hall (100 Newport Drive), where you will be asked to fill out a lawn watering permit application form. You must apply in person, and the permit is only valid for 21 days. Even with a permit, applicants may only water their lawns between 4am and 9am, Monday to Sunday. Fast facts on Nematodes and Chafer Beetles The European Chafer Beetle is an invasive insect pest. Its larvae feed on the roots of grasses, causing serious damage to lawns. Nematodes can kill Chafer Beetle grubs without harming plants, people, or pets. Please visit portmoody.ca/chaferbeetle for more information about Chafer Beetle infestation and how to maintain a healthy lawn. Lawn watering regulations in effect We use more water in the summer and early fall, when the weather is drier and we head outside to care for our lawns and wash our decks or driveways. Region-wide watering regulations, set by Metro Vancouver, are an effective way to help us use our drinking water wisely. Visit metrovancouver.org to learn more. Watering regulations are in effect until October 15, Stage 1 Residential Lawn Watering Even-numbered addresses Odd-numbered addresses Wednesday and Saturday mornings, 4am 9am Thursday and Sunday mornings, 4am 9am Stage 1 Non-Residential Lawn Watering Regulations Even-numbered addresses Odd-numbered addresses Monday mornings 1 6am and Friday mornings 4 9am Tuesday mornings 1 6am and Friday mornings 4 9am Watering trees, shrubs, and flowers is permitted any day, from 1am to 9am, if using a sprinkler, or any time if hand watering or using drip irrigation. All hoses must have an automatic shut-off device SUMMER

5 Roadwork Ahead Drier weather over the summer months means construction crews will be out working on a variety of City projects. Please help us keep construction workers and road users safe by slowing down and following traffic control instructions when you encounter roadwork in progress. If possible, avoid a construction area by taking an alternative route. Angela Drive and Cecile Drive Paving Target start date: July 2018 Partial and full lane closures will be required. Local traffic will continue to have access during construction. Gatensbury Road Improvement Project Target start date: August 2018 During construction, Gatensbury Road will be fully closed, with local access only. Shoreline Trail Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation Target start date: August 2018 A section of the trail will be fully closed to allow for replacement of a bridge. Newport Drive Sanitary Sewer Repair Target start date: September 2018 Partial lane closures will be required at the front entrance of the Civic Centre (100 Newport Drive). City Hall and the Port Moody Public Library will remain open during construction. Murray Street Bike Path Extension Target start date: September 2018 Construction is expected to affect access to parking along Murray Street and access to parking at Rocky Point Park. + TELUS trucks in your area. Over the summer, you might see more TELUS trucks in your neighbourhood than usual, and a TELUS representative may visit you to request permission to connect your home or business to their new network. That s because TELUS is building communications infrastructure that will bring options for faster and more reliable internet access to Port Moody residents and businesses. For more information, visit telus.com/portmoody. Hop on the Shoreline Shuttle it s free to ride The Shoreline Shuttle has arrived! On June 1, 2018, the City of Port Moody launched a new, summer-time shuttle bus service that connects Inlet Centre, Rocky Point Park, and Moody Centre. Residents and visitors will be able to catch the free Shoreline Shuttle on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until September 3, The bus travels in a one-way loop, leaving Rocky Point Park approximately every 30 minutes during operating hours: 4pm to midnight on Fridays; 1pm to midnight on Saturdays; and 1pm to 10pm on Sundays. The service schedule will be adjusted for holidays (Canada Day, B.C. Day, Labour Day), and select special events (Golden Spike Days Festival, RibFest, Car-Free Day). The Shoreline Shuttle can carry a maximum of 20 passengers, or 16 plus two passengers in wheelchairs. View the route map and schedule at portmoody.ca/shuttle. This new bus service is a pilot program tell us what you think by filling out a feedback form online SUMMER 5

6 Stay safe on the roads and on the water this summer Now that summer is here, there are more cyclists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians on our roads and sidewalks. Port Moody Police are reminding everyone to stay alert and aware, and respect all users of the road, regardless of their mode of transportation. Please visit icbc.com for information on how to share the road safely. Stay off the mudflats at Burrard Inlet At low tide, it may seem like a fun idea to walk across the mudflats in the Port Moody Arm of Burrard Inlet. But it s not fun, it s dangerous. Port Moody Fire-Rescue and Port Moody Police are reminding residents and visitors to stay off the mudflats because they are dangerous and unpredictable. While they may seem firm, they can give way suddenly, and can act like quicksand in some areas. People and animals can sink, get stuck, and be unable to get out before the tide comes in. If you are walking the Shoreline Trail, or visiting Rocky Point Park or Old Orchard Park, Fire-Rescue and Police urge you to stay off the mudflats, which can be as deep as eight feet in the middle of the inlet. Residents and visitors are asked to stay on the boardwalks and trails. If you get stuck in the mud, stay calm and do not struggle to free yourself, as you will risk injury and potentially sink even deeper; yell for help and, if you have a phone, call and ask for Fire. If you see someone who is stuck, advise the person not to panic. Call and ask for Fire. The Rocky Point Boat Launch and Sasamat Lake are extremely busy over the summer months. It s important for you and your family to refresh your knowledge of water safety, and to ensure any life-saving or safety equipment is in top shape and ready to use on the water or at the beach. When visiting our beautiful parks and recreation areas, don t forget to remove all valuables from your vehicle and lock your car doors. Valuables left in a vehicle are easy prey for thieves. Summer road-safety programs, such as CounterAttack road checks, car and passenger safety campaigns, and highrisk driving campaigns, are in full force, and Port Moody Police officers will be out in the community targeting drivers who put themselves and others at risk. He s really stuck! During a training session, it took approximately 30 minutes to free this Port Moody Fire-Rescue staff member from the mud. + ARE YOU PREPARED FOR AN EMERGENCY? Port Moody Fire-Rescue s Emergency Management Division will be at two community events this summer to answer your questions and hand out information about how to prepare for an emergency. Visit the Emergency Management Tent at Car-Free Day (St. John s Street, August 19, 12noon to 7pm) and Ioco Ghost Town Day (Ioco Road and 1st Avenue, September 23, 12noon to 4pm). Fire-Rescue staff will be happy to help you get started on creating your household emergency plan and building emergency kits for your home, vehicle, and work place SUMMER

7 Watch your waste to keep people and bears safe We can all make a difference when it comes to keeping people and bears safe in our community. The most important action you can take to help reduce encounters between humans and wildlife is to manage access to garbage and other attractants. Here are some tips for dealing with garbage, green waste, and recycling: store garbage and green waste carts indoors, or in a bear-resistant waste enclosure, whenever possible; place your carts at your pick-up spot on collection day only between the hours of 5:30am and 7:30am; bring carts back indoors, or into a bear-resistant waste enclosure in your backor side-yard, as soon as possible after the contents have been collected; on non-collection days, ensure carts remain securely closed with bear clips locked; regularly rinse all carts, as well as items to be recycled, to eliminate odours; and report any carts that are being stored contrary to the Solid Waste Bylaw, or out for pick up early, to the City s Bylaw Enforcement team, by phone at or at bylaw@portmoody.ca. Here are some other ways to help to prevent encounters between people and wildlife: keep the ground clear of fallen fruit and bird seed; avoid using birdfeeders; store freezers indoors, not on decks or in carports; and clean your barbeque grill, and remove and empty the grease trap after each use. If you do encounter a bear, remain calm; stop and back up slowly do not run; speak calmly, as your voice helps to identify you as human. Report bear sightings or other wildlife concerns to the B.C. Conservation Officer Service at Visit portmoody.ca/wildlife to learn more SUMMER 7

8 Community Events Council meetings Council meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month except August. Meetings usually begin at 7pm in Council Chambers at Inlet Theatre. Committee of the Whole meetings are usually held the 3rd Tuesday of each month, and are only held as required. Find agendas online, at City Hall and the Library. We also stream our Council meetings online. Next meeting dates: July 10, July 24, September 25 Port Moody Film Society Films screen at Inlet Theatre. Tickets at the door: members $5, annual membership $5 (expires Dec 31, 2018). Box office and bistro open at 6:45pm. Info: Maudie Drama (Canada/Ireland) Friday, July 13, 7:30pm Summer Double Feature Friday, August 11 The Dressmaker Comedy/ Drama (Australia) 7:30pm What We Did On Our Holiday Comedy/Drama (UK) 9:30pm Connect with us! Follow the City of Port Moody on Twitter or on Facebook (facebook.com/ CityofPortMoody) to find out what s happening in your city! You can also find more great community events at portmoody.ca. Wednesday Night Live Wednesdays, 4 7pm, Rocky Point Park, 2800-block of Murray Street Enjoy live music by local musicians next to Pajo s Fish & Chips. Free. facebook.com/ wednesdaynightlivepomo Splash the Staff Saturday, July 7, 2 2:30pm, Port Moody Public Library, 100 Newport Drive Kick off the summer with Splash the Staff on July 7 at 2pm with fun activities and a chance to throw water balloons at library staff. Free. library.portmoody.ca Great War Talk: Animals in the Great War Sunday, July 22, 2pm, Port Moody Station Museum, 2734 Murray Street Learn about the important roles animals played in the Great War, and how they were trained to do their jobs. Free. portmoodymuseum.org Mayor s Summertime Celebration Friday, July 27, 3 6:30pm Port Moody City Hall 100 Newport Drive Join the Mayor for a family-fun summer celebration and BBQ. Face painting, live performances, a bouncy castle, plus games for all ages! portmoody.ca/ summercelebration Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Saturday, August 18, 9 11am, Noons Creek Hatchery, behind 300 Ioco Road Bring your family down for a morning of community cleanup at Shoreline Park. Please bring three shopping bags for collecting recyclables, garbage and cigarette butts. Dress for the weather. noonscreek.org. Car-Free Day Sunday, August 19, 12pm 7pm St. Johns Street It s back for a second year! Port Moody s Car-Free Day is taking over St. Johns Street. We re closing five blocks and having a huge street celebration, filled with local businesses, musicians, green transportation displays, delicious food, tons of entertainment and activities for all ages. portmoody.ca/ carfreeday Birthday Bash! Saturday, August 25, 12 4pm, Port Moody Arts Centre, 2425 St Johns Street Help celebrate the Port Moody Arts Centre s 20th anniversary! This birthday bash includes free family friendly indoor and outdoor activities, performances, music, and food. Free. pomoarts.ca Community Snapshot: Dedicating the Wayne Norton Baseball Diamond in Westhill Park, in honour of the late Wayne Norton, a longtime resident of Port Moody who was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in The Port Moody Focus is published four times a year (March, June, September and December) by the City of Port Moody and is distributed to households and businesses in Port Moody. You can also pick one up at any City facility or download it at We welcome your feedback! Call us at or communications@portmoody.ca. Contact Information Emergency City Hall Mayor & Council City Manager Development Svcs Building Bylaws & Licensing Engineering Environment Fire Rescue Kyle Centre Legislative Svcs Library Non-emergency after-hours for public works Police Public Works Recreation Taxes & Utilities City Hall/Library/Inlet Theatre/Galleria 100 Newport Drive Port Moody, B.C. V3H 5C3 Port Moody Recreation Complex 300 Ioco Road V3H 2V7 Kyle Recreation Centre 125 Kyle Street V3H 2N6 Inlet Centre Fire Hall 150 Newport Drive V3H 5C3 Port Moody Works Yard 3250 Murray Street V3H 1X8 Public Safety Building (Police) 3051 St. Johns Street V3H 2C4 your work your life your rewards we re HeRe