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February 3 Council In Focus

Bylaws, grant applications approved; Memorial faces roadblocks The first meeting of February Tuesday night saw forward motion on bylaw and grant application approvals, but an unexpected roadblock for the proposed Enns Memorial. As the meeting opened to the public, all members of Council were present in person, with Financial Officer Joe Chirkoff and new Director of Operations Eric Villeneuve seated in the gallery. Public attendance totalled 15 residents, in person and on line

Calling All Visual Artists

Lions Bay looks for beach inspiration Images courtesy Lions Bay Arts. Got an eye for visual splendour? Lions Bay Arts wants to hear from you. This week, the local artists collective put out a request for proposal (RFP) seeking submissions for the biggest local project on the books — Lions Bay Beach Park. Organizers are looking for a unique design that will be wrapped around the new washroom facilities at the beach. They are keen to "capture the essence of our community’s sen

A Perfect Pearl

February's Coastal Canine is a true jewel This gorgeous girl is Pearl, an energetic, outdoors-loving dog with a big personality and an even bigger sense of fun. Pearl's just turned 12 in December, and celebrated with some of her favourite treats, which include apples, bananas, chicken, and any doggie snack on offer. She loves hiking with her Sheltie sister, Blue, particularly on the Arbutus Trail in Lighthouse Park and Trudi’s Trail in Lions Bay. Also a natural swimmer, Pearl

Karl Buhr Steps Away from Public Works Role

Director of Operations bids adieu Lions Bay's Public Works Director of Operations Karl Buhr has bid a final farewell to his role with the department. In his stead, the Village recently welcomed Eric Villeneuve. a civil engineer who has worked with both the Districts of West and North Vancouver as well as an independent contractor. He has a pair of big work boots to fill. Buhr, who held the position of Mayor in the Village from 2014 - 2018, stepped in to lead Public Works sho