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RESOLVED: Tsunami siren testing at Jordan River Tuesday October 17 at 10am.
Oct 23, 2017
Visitors in Jordan River Regional Park can expect to hear a test message followed by the tsunami warning tone and a repeated test message.
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RESOLVED: Fire danger rating is Moderate
Oct 17, 2017
Fires and smoking prohibited at all CRD parks & trails. Please take extreme care in natural areas #CRDParks #BCwildfire.
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RESOLVED: Hazard tree removal at Roche Cove, Matheson Lake and Witty’s Lagoon on Oct 13
Oct 17, 2017
There may be short delays on trails while crews remove hazard trees. Please obey all flag persons. At Roche Cove the trees are near Gillespie Road, and the toilet area. At Matheson Lake, they are along the lake trail, the main parking lot and the beach trail. At Witty’s Lagoon the trees are near the Whitney Griffith area.
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RESOLVED: Hazard tree removal at Francis/King Regional Park on October 12
Oct 17, 2017
There may be short delays or temporary closures from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm on Centennial and Heritage Grove Trails while crews remove hazard trees. Please obey all flag persons.
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RESOLVED: Culvert Cleaning at Beaver Lake Rd Oct 16, 8:30am to 12pm
Oct 17, 2017
Work on the 10K trail near Beaver Lake Rd. Delays are expected. Crews will direct visitors around work site.
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RESOLVED: Water Service Interruption Notice for Magic Lake Estates Pender Island
Oct 13, 2017
Some residents may experience a loss of water pressure or be without water for a period of time.
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RESOLVED: Panorama Recreation Centre- Hot Tub Closure
Oct 02, 2017
Due to mechanical issues, the hot tub will not be up to normal temperature until further notice. Thank you for your understanding.
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RESOLVED: Possible foot and bike traffic delays on trail along Colquitz River, Sept 13 to 21
Sep 25, 2017
Trail resurfacing underway at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park. Read more>>
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RESOLVED: East sections of 10K trail at Elk/Beaver Lake closed Sept 5 -15, Mon - Fri, 8am - 3pm
Sep 22, 2017
Lakeshore trail near Eagle Beach Shelter closed for trail improvements weekdays only. Remains open on weekends. Use caution around equipment and crews.
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RESOLVED: Main washroom at Thetis Lake Regional Park closed for repairs until further notice
Sep 14, 2017
Please use West beach washroom. Read more>>
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RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Witty’s Lagoon and Devonian Regional Parks on Thur, Aug 31
Sep 12, 2017
Expect minor delays near Whitney-Griffiths Point at Witty’s Lagoon and the toilet & cairn area at Devonian
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RESOLVED: Court Bookings at Panorama Recreation Centre
Sep 08, 2017
Please note not all tennis and squash reservations are available online at this time. If you do not see the time you wish to book, please contact our reception staff at 250.656.271. We are hoping to have this issue resolved soon. Thank you
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RESOLVED: Warning of cougar sighting at East Sooke Regional Park near Anderson Cove
Sep 05, 2017
Cougar not displaying aggressive behaviour. Please do report threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277
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RESOLVED: Trail re-surfacing at Francis/King Regional Park along the Marsh Trail to Sept. 1
Sep 01, 2017
Please use caution around equipment and crews.
Download the map.
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RESOLVED: Taste and Odour in Greater Victoria’s Drinking Water – Water Remains Safe to Drink
Aug 31, 2017
As a precaution, the CRD has increased disinfectant dosage in treated water until the total coliform levels in the raw water return to normal. As a result, there may be a slight chlorine taste and odour in the drinking water. The water remains safe to drink. Read more >>
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RESOLVED: Trail maintenance at Sandcut Beach in Jordan River Regional Park until August 31
Aug 31, 2017
Improvements to the trail surface and stairs leading to Sandcut Beach. Please use caution on the trail and around equipment and crews.
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RESOLVED: Tree limbing work at Elk/Beaver Lake - Eagle Beach/Rowing Club area Aug 28 between 8am-4pm
Aug 31, 2017
Partial closures of the lower paved parking lot will be occurring during this work for public safety. The upper gravel parking lot will remain open during this time.
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RESOLVED: Caution of fish sampling nets at Elk/Beaver Lake for fish inventory Aug 21-25, 4pm-10am
Aug 28, 2017
Nets below water surface marked by orange buoys. Boaters advised not to travel near buoys to avoid damage to boats and nets. Read more>>
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RESOLVED: Colquitz Creek Trail closed for Elk/Beaver Lake sewer connection
Aug 25, 2017
Colquitz Creek Trail temporarily closed during sewer line construction for a future connection of the Beaver Beach and Filter Beds washroom facilities to the Saanich municipal sewer system. Read more>>
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RESOLVED: Hazard tree removal today at Francis/King Regional Park
Aug 18, 2017
Please use caution around equipment and crews along Elsie King and Centennial Trails from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm
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RESOLVED: Section of Charters trail closed in Sea to Sea Regional Park, Aug 16 & 17 from 7am–1 pm
Aug 17, 2017
Trail closed between Sooke River Road and Charters Reservoir for danger tree removal. Read more>>
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RESOLVED: Bear sightings at Sooke Potholes
Aug 15, 2017
Mother and cubs spotted near parking lots 2 & 3. Please give these wild animals lots of space, do not leave food out and report negative interactions to
BC Conservation Office
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RESOLVED: Warning of cougar sighting at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park
Aug 08, 2017
Cougar not displaying aggressive behaviour. Please do report threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277
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RESOLVED: Warning of cougar sighting on Upper Thetis Lake Trail
Jul 31, 2017
Cougar not displaying aggressive behaviour but report threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277
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RESOLVED: The Manzanita Trail in Sea to Sea Regional Park is now open.
Jul 17, 2017
The Manzanita mountain biking trail and the parking area at the end of Harbourview road in Sea to Sea Regional Park are now open.
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RESOLVED: Traffic patterns changing at road crossings along the E&N Rail Trail in Esquimalt
Jul 14, 2017
Watch for new stop signs and trail work taking place from July 4-14.
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RESOLVED: Maintenance on Bellamy Trail at Thetis Lake Regional Park, July 4 – 14
Jul 14, 2017
Expect minor delays. Please use caution around equipment and crews.
Park map
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RESOLVED: Treated Wastewater Discharge at Bazan Bay, North Saanich
Jul 14, 2017
Advisory signage has been posted at beach access points as a precautionary measure. Residents and their pets are advised to avoid swimming or wading in waters along the Bazan Bay shoreline between the terminus of Wardle Road and adjacent to Lochside Drive across from Bakerview Place until the advisory has been lifted.
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RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal Elk/Beaver Lake June 20
Jul 05, 2017
Hazardous tree removal at Elk/Beaver Lake Governor General area on June 20 from 9am-4pm. The area will be open but visitors may experience short delays.
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RESOLVED: Warning of bear sightings at Sooke Potholes between parking lots 2 & 3
Jul 05, 2017
Report displays of threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277
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RESOLVED: Water way maintenance near Jordan River Regional Park, June 22-29
Jun 30, 2017
Queesto Community Forest Ltd. is undertaking annual routine water way maintenance. Expect minor delays and possible early morning disturbances for campers.
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RESOLVED: Maintenance on Trillium Trail at Thetis Lake from June 23-July 14
Jun 29, 2017
Expect minor delays. Please use caution around equipment and crews.
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RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland/Fernwood (June 21, 2017)
Jun 29, 2017
On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be performing annual maintenance on a pressure regulating station in the
Highland/Fernwood Water Service Area.
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RESOLVED: Westshore Communities - Water Main Flushing
Jun 29, 2017
Water Main Flushing
April 27, 2017
The following streets will be affected by the Water Main Flushing Program:
Triangle Mountain
- Cuaulta Crescent
- Bexhill Place
- Betula Place
- Fulton Road
- Ravenwood Road
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RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland Fernwood Water Service Area (May 9, 2017)
Jun 29, 2017
On Tuesday, May 9, 2017, between the hours of 8:30am to 2:30pm, the CRD will be carrying out repair work on South Bank Drive in the Highland/Fernwood water service area. This will require an interruption of water service to a portion of the service area.
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RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Langford Residents: Dicker Rd and Klahanie Dr
Jun 29, 2017
Beginning Monday, November 7, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on Dicker Rd and Klahanie Dr.
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RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Metchosin Residents: Happy Valley Road to Bilston Creek
Jun 29, 2017
Beginning Monday, May 15, 2017, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main between Happy Valley Road and Bilston Creek. Read more >>
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RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for View Royal Residents: Admirals Road
Jun 29, 2017
Beginning Monday, December 5, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on Admirals Rd. between Craigflower Rd. and Maplebank Rd.
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RESOLVED: Construction on Elk/Beaver Lake gravel parking lot on Hamsterly Rd May 17 to June 16
Jun 19, 2017
Parking lot upgrades underway, please use caution around heavy equipment and crews
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RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Magic Lake Estates (June 13, 2017)
Jun 14, 2017
On Tuesday, June 13, 2017, between the hours of 9am to 3pm, the CRD will be performing a fire hydrant repair in the Magic Lake Estates Water Service Area. This will require an interruption of water service to a portion of the community. Read more >>
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RESOLVED: Boil water advisory at Sooke Potholes Spring Salmon Place Campground
Jun 13, 2017
The drinking water station in the
Sooke Potholes campground currently has a boil water advisory.
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RESOLVED: Hamsterly toilet at Elk/Beaver Lake closed June 12 from 8am-12pm for plumbing upgrades
Jun 12, 2017
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RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Hamsterly Beach for Ironman Event June 4 6am-4pm
Jun 04, 2017
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RESOLVED: Geotechnical Work May 31st at 4219 Commerce Circle
Jun 01, 2017
Geotechnical site investigation work will consist of a mobile drilling rig arriving to collect a number of core samples. Traffic control personnel will be on site to assist traffic during the arrival and departure of the drill rig and personnel. Local residents may experience construction noise and temporary traffic delays during regular working hours.
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RESOLVED: Waterworks construction at Elk/Beaver Lake May 24-29
May 29, 2017
District of Saanich undertaking waterworks construction near Governor General area. Use caution while walking in that area and keep dogs on leash.
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RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Beaver Beach for Power to Play Event May 28 8am-8pm
May 28, 2017
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RESOLVED: Upgrades underway at Beaver Lake North Beach area May 1-10
May 25, 2017
Please use caution around heavy machinery.
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RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion at Hamsterly Beach for Huntington's Society Walk May 7 9am-2pm
May 07, 2017
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RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland/Fernwood Water Service Area (May 3, 2017)
May 05, 2017
CRD Operations staff are actively searching for a water system leak or leaks in the Highlands/Fernwood Water Service Area. Some residents may experience a loss of water pressure or be without water for a period. Read more >>
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RESOLVED: Brookleigh boat launch at Elk/Beaver Lake closed this afternoon until 4pm
May 05, 2017
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RESOLVED: Lochside Regional Trail asphalt repairs, Swartz Bay to McDonald Park Rds April 10-14
Apr 14, 2017
Trail users can expect periodic trail closures during the week between 8am to 4pm.
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RESOLVED: Partial parking lot closures at Galloping Goose on Atkins Road April 12-13
Apr 13, 2017
Partial parking lot closures for re-graveling. Please use caution around equipment and crews #crdparks
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RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Sooke Potholes second parking lot on April 3 from 9am-noon.
Apr 03, 2017
The parking lot will be open but visitors may experience short delays.
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RESOLVED: Mount Work–Hartland Mountain Bike Area temporary closure for storm clean up
Mar 15, 2017
Several trees are down in the park due to storms. Crews are removing the trees to reopen the trails. For safety, please refrain from entering Hartland mountain bike area until further notice.
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RESOLVED: Weather conditions impacting traffic to Hartland landfill
Feb 27, 2017
Winter weather conditions may impact traffic leading to Hartland landfill. Please use caution & expect delays.
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RESOLVED: Search & Rescue orientation at Thetis Lake Sat Feb 25, 9am-12pm
Feb 25, 2017
Metchosin Search & Rescue are conducting a member orientation at the south end of the park up to McKenzie Lake. Parking may be limited.
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RESOLVED: Lone Tree Hill Regional Park parking lot closed Tues & Wed, Feb 21-22 for maintenance
Feb 22, 2017
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RESOLVED: Gonzales Hill Regional Park parking lot closed Mon. Feb. 20, 7:30am-1pm for maintenance
Feb 20, 2017
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RESOLVED: Core Area Wastewater Discharge Notice
Feb 15, 2017
Heavy rain and melting snow has caused combined stormwater and wastewater overflows along some shorelines in Greater Victoria.
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RESOLVED: Blue Box Service Delays and Disruptions
Feb 10, 2017
Winter conditions have made many roads icy and unsafe for recycling trucks to access safely. If your recycling is not picked up by end of day, please bring it in and hold until your next scheduled collection day.
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RESOLVED: Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park Temporary Closure on 10k Trail at Fishing Pier
Feb 10, 2017
Due to a downed hydro line, the 10k trail is temporarily closed at the fishing pier and 300 metres south of it.
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RESOLVED: Weather conditions impacting traffic to Hartland landfill
Feb 09, 2017
Winter weather conditions may impact traffic leading to Hartland landfill. Please use caution & expect delays.
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RESOLVED: Thetis Lake west beach gate may be closed this weekend due to slippery road conditions
Feb 06, 2017
Staff will assess and open the gate if conditions improve. The main parking lot at Thetis Lake will remain open.
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RESOLVED: Skana Water System Notice: Reservoir Cleaning
Feb 03, 2017
On Thursday, February 2, the CRD will be cleaning the Skana Reservoir(s). As a result, you may notice discoloured water for short periods during this time.
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RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at East Sooke Regional Park on Fri, Jan 20
Jan 30, 2017
Visitors are asked to avoid Anderson Cove parking lot in the morning and to expect trail delays at intersection of East Sooke Rd and Endurance Ridge Trail
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RESOLVED: Temporary closures on Upper Thetis Lake Trail adjacent to earthen dam from Jan 23-27
Jan 30, 2017
Improvements to trail drainage require use of heavy equipment. Please use caution around equipment and crews.
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RESOLVED: Blue-green algae advisory at Both Elk and Beaver Lakes
Jan 13, 2017
Visitors are advised that Elk Lake has tested positive for blue-green algae. Avoid both Elk & Beaver Lakes and prevent animals from drinking or swimming in it. Monitoring will continue at both lakes.
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RESOLVED: Maintenance on sections of the Lochside Regional Trail throughout November and December
Jan 06, 2017
Expect delays on the
Trail from Dooley Rd to Lochside Park and from Royal Oak Dr to Lohbrunner Rd.
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RESOLVED: Lochside Regional Trail periodic closures in Sidney area Nov 22–Dec 20, 8am-4pm
Jan 06, 2017
Temporary closures for asphalt repairs from Ardwell Ave to Beacon Ave and Swartz Bay Rd to McDonald Park Rd
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RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal near West Beach at Thetis Lake Dec 14 7:30am-1pm
Jan 06, 2017
Visitors are asked to avoid the area west of West Beach parking lot, including Trillium Trail and Upper Thetis Lake Trail access points.
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RESOLVED: Maintenance on Island View Beach Regional Park tide gate hatch Thur, Jan 5
Jan 05, 2017
From 7:30am-5pm District of Central Saanich contractors are replacing tide gate hatch at the end of Lamont Rd where it meets the Berm Trail. Use caution near construction vehicles.
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RESOLVED: Low Pressure Event - Langford, View Royal and parts of Saanich
Dec 21, 2016
From December 5 to approximately December 16, residents of Langford, View Royal and parts of Saanich may experience lower water pressure as the
Kapoor Tunnel Inspection is completed. No interruption in service is expected.
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RESOLVED: CRD Water Supply Main Fixed – Trans Canada Highway (Southbound)
Dec 17, 2016
The water supply main break located along the Trans Canada Highway (TCH) between Burnside Road West and Helmcken Road has been fixed and highway repairs completed. All TCH southbound lanes have been reopened. Read more>>
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RESOLVED: Road through Sooke Potholes Regional Park is closed
Dec 12, 2016
Due to slippery conditions on the road going through Sooke Potholes Regional Park, the road is closed until conditions improve. Visitors may enter the regional park on foot using the lower provincial parking lot, which remains open to vehicles.
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RESOLVED: SGI Harbours Commission Meeting Cancelled for December 9, 2016
Dec 11, 2016
Due to the snow and wind forecast for this evening and Friday, the SGI Harbours Commission meeting scheduled for tomorrow, Friday December 9th, is cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled for mid-January – the date will be announced at least one week prior to the meeting.
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RESOLVED: Notice of Annual Sewer Flushing for the Magic Lake Estates Sewer System on Pender Island
Dec 09, 2016
On Wednesday, December 7 and Thursday, December 8 between 8am to 5pm the CRD will be completing its annual sewer flushing of the area surrounding Buck Lake.
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RESOLVED: Restoration Underway at Thetis Lake Former Pistol Range Site off Highland Road #crdparks
Dec 08, 2016
Park visitors and neighbours are asked to use caution around trucks and heavy equipment travelling through the area hauling organic materials for site restoration.
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RESOLVED: Mt Work - Hartland Easy Rider Trail closed Mon-Fri, open on weekends #crdparks
Dec 08, 2016
Trail closed during construction of new Technical Training Area
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RESOLVED: Trail closure at Durrance Lake Dam Nov 7, 8, 9 & 28
Nov 30, 2016
The loop trail at the east end of Durrance Lake, in Mount Work Regional Park, closed for geotechnical work.
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RESOLVED: Durrance Lake fishing pier closed Nov 25
Nov 30, 2016
Pier closed all day at Durrance Lake during hazardous tree removal on site.
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RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Metchosin Residents: Pearson College Drive
Nov 24, 2016
Beginning Monday, October 24, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on Pearson College Drive.
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RESOLVED: Short delays on Galloping Goose near McKenzie Ave in October
Nov 21, 2016
Short interval closures of 5 to 10 minutes between 9am - 3pm weekdays during McKenzie interchange construction.
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RESOLVED: Francis/King washroom temporarily closed for roof replacement Nov 7-10
Nov 21, 2016
Please use porta potty on site.
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RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Thetis Lake for Prairie Inn Harriers Relay Nov 11 9am-4pm
Nov 11, 2016
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RESOLVED: Annual Flushing Notice: Magic Lake Estates (Pender Island)
Nov 11, 2016
On November 9 and 10, the CRD will be undertaking the annual flushing program in the Buck Lake area on Pender Island.
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RESOLVED: Lower water levels at Upper & Lower Thetis Lakes, use caution when swimming
Nov 09, 2016
Underwater objects closer to lake surface due to increased water flow releases into Craigflower Creek this summer to improve fish habitat #crdparks
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RESOLVED: Island View Beach north washroom temporarily closed for roof repairs Nov 2-5
Nov 09, 2016
The washroom near the picnic shelter remains open.
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RESOLVED: Water Interruption/Conserve Water Notice: Fulford Water System (SSI)
Nov 09, 2016
On Tuesday, November 8, the CRD will be replacing a service connection on Fulford-Ganges Rd. This will require an interruption of water service to parts of the community.
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RESOLVED: Road works at East Sooke Regional Park, Oct 20-21, 9am-4pm
Nov 01, 2016
Expect short delays at Aylard Farm park entrance
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RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Beaver/Hamsterly Beaches for MEC Race Oct 30 6am-12pm
Nov 01, 2016
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RESOLVED: Notice of Triple Shot Cyclecross Race at Thetis Lake Francis/King Mt Work Oct 16 10am-4pm
Nov 01, 2016
Bike Race may congest trail use. View race routes,
short loop and
long loop.
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RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Metchosin Residents: William Head Road
Nov 01, 2016
Beginning Monday, September 19, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on William Head Road.
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RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland Fernwood Water Service Area (October 26, 2016)
Oct 27, 2016
On October 26, 2016, the CRD will be replacing a standpipe on South Bank Drive in the Highland/Fernwood water service area. This will require an interruption of water service to some areas.
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RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Metchosin Residents: Lisandra Road
Oct 25, 2016
Beginning Monday, September 26, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on Lisandra Road.
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RESOLVED: Blue-green algae advisory at Beaver Lake
Oct 17, 2016
Visitors are advised to avoid Beaver Lake and to prevent animals from drinking or swimming in it. There are no signs of blue-green algae at Elk Lake. Testing will continue at both lakes.
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