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  • Share Is the surveying around 10 Ave N/Canyon St/NW Boulevard to do with the downtown truck traffic bypass project? Thanks on Facebook Share Is the surveying around 10 Ave N/Canyon St/NW Boulevard to do with the downtown truck traffic bypass project? Thanks on Twitter Share Is the surveying around 10 Ave N/Canyon St/NW Boulevard to do with the downtown truck traffic bypass project? Thanks on Linkedin Email Is the surveying around 10 Ave N/Canyon St/NW Boulevard to do with the downtown truck traffic bypass project? Thanks link

    Is the surveying around 10 Ave N/Canyon St/NW Boulevard to do with the downtown truck traffic bypass project? Thanks

    Lloyd Hokazono asked 2 days ago

    Thanks for your question. The surveying taking place around 10 Ave N/Canyon St/NW Boulevard is for an ongoing design project being conducted by the Ministry of Transportation and Transit (formerly the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure). The Ministry continues to assess and evaluate potential projects for improvements.

  • Share Would it be possible to get a 4 way stop sign put in on Hillside and 16th Avenue. The bushes on the corner makes it very difficult to see the oncoming traffic. on Facebook Share Would it be possible to get a 4 way stop sign put in on Hillside and 16th Avenue. The bushes on the corner makes it very difficult to see the oncoming traffic. on Twitter Share Would it be possible to get a 4 way stop sign put in on Hillside and 16th Avenue. The bushes on the corner makes it very difficult to see the oncoming traffic. on Linkedin Email Would it be possible to get a 4 way stop sign put in on Hillside and 16th Avenue. The bushes on the corner makes it very difficult to see the oncoming traffic. link

    Would it be possible to get a 4 way stop sign put in on Hillside and 16th Avenue. The bushes on the corner makes it very difficult to see the oncoming traffic.

    Gail asked 20 days ago

    Thank you for voicing your concerns regarding visibility at the intersection of Hillside Street and 16th Avenue North; the Town has previously installed speed humps and cleared vegetation to improve sightlines and reaction times, and while we'll attempt to remove any regrowth again, the request for all-way stop signs has been evaluated and deemed unnecessary for safety due to unequal traffic volumes, which could inadvertently increase rear-end collisions and contribute to noise and air pollution.  Future efforts will focus on ensuring clear sightlines are maintained.

    Hillside and 16th Avenue North are recognized as key Active Transportation corridors in Creston (2021 Multi-Modal Transportation Plan), and as we work towards enhancing safety for all road users with new multi-use paths and bike lanes, careful assessments of intersection safety will be prioritized.  

  • Share Why is the town of Creston not opening the old firehall for the unhoused people? Last year, we felt that Creston was dealing with its' unhoused better than most communities. on Facebook Share Why is the town of Creston not opening the old firehall for the unhoused people? Last year, we felt that Creston was dealing with its' unhoused better than most communities. on Twitter Share Why is the town of Creston not opening the old firehall for the unhoused people? Last year, we felt that Creston was dealing with its' unhoused better than most communities. on Linkedin Email Why is the town of Creston not opening the old firehall for the unhoused people? Last year, we felt that Creston was dealing with its' unhoused better than most communities. link

    Why is the town of Creston not opening the old firehall for the unhoused people? Last year, we felt that Creston was dealing with its' unhoused better than most communities.

    Linda Price asked 19 days ago
    Thank you for your question. The Town has a proposed an Extreme Cold Response Plan for the 2024-2025 winter season that when activated, will open an Extreme Winter Weather Shelter. Currently, the Town is requesting feedback regarding the Extreme Winter Weather Shelter, including the use of the location at 138 10th Ave N (the old fire hall building). 

    If you would like to provide feedback, you can visit the Emergency Management page on Let's Talk Creston HERE. 
  • Share Well after all the hype about the HIP asphalt recycling, the finished product leaves something to be desired. Perhaps the crews rushed through the job too fast? Lots of craters around man hole covers and a sharp drop off the bit of road they re-did, compared to the overall width of the road. This is particularly apparent on Canyon Street which should have had a minimum of 3 passes, or 4 to do the whole road, rather than only 2 strips down the middle leaving a full lane width on either side with a heavy ridge to drive over. How long before this starts to break away? This is one of the busiest streets in town. Originally, 3 days seemed to be set aside to do this street but they were barely there one day. Coincidentally, I notice that 10th Ave. North is getting the full width of the road re-done. Was there a change of plans for Canyon Street after the start of this project? on Facebook Share Well after all the hype about the HIP asphalt recycling, the finished product leaves something to be desired. Perhaps the crews rushed through the job too fast? Lots of craters around man hole covers and a sharp drop off the bit of road they re-did, compared to the overall width of the road. This is particularly apparent on Canyon Street which should have had a minimum of 3 passes, or 4 to do the whole road, rather than only 2 strips down the middle leaving a full lane width on either side with a heavy ridge to drive over. How long before this starts to break away? This is one of the busiest streets in town. Originally, 3 days seemed to be set aside to do this street but they were barely there one day. Coincidentally, I notice that 10th Ave. North is getting the full width of the road re-done. Was there a change of plans for Canyon Street after the start of this project? on Twitter Share Well after all the hype about the HIP asphalt recycling, the finished product leaves something to be desired. Perhaps the crews rushed through the job too fast? Lots of craters around man hole covers and a sharp drop off the bit of road they re-did, compared to the overall width of the road. This is particularly apparent on Canyon Street which should have had a minimum of 3 passes, or 4 to do the whole road, rather than only 2 strips down the middle leaving a full lane width on either side with a heavy ridge to drive over. How long before this starts to break away? This is one of the busiest streets in town. Originally, 3 days seemed to be set aside to do this street but they were barely there one day. Coincidentally, I notice that 10th Ave. North is getting the full width of the road re-done. Was there a change of plans for Canyon Street after the start of this project? on Linkedin Email Well after all the hype about the HIP asphalt recycling, the finished product leaves something to be desired. Perhaps the crews rushed through the job too fast? Lots of craters around man hole covers and a sharp drop off the bit of road they re-did, compared to the overall width of the road. This is particularly apparent on Canyon Street which should have had a minimum of 3 passes, or 4 to do the whole road, rather than only 2 strips down the middle leaving a full lane width on either side with a heavy ridge to drive over. How long before this starts to break away? This is one of the busiest streets in town. Originally, 3 days seemed to be set aside to do this street but they were barely there one day. Coincidentally, I notice that 10th Ave. North is getting the full width of the road re-done. Was there a change of plans for Canyon Street after the start of this project? link

    Well after all the hype about the HIP asphalt recycling, the finished product leaves something to be desired. Perhaps the crews rushed through the job too fast? Lots of craters around man hole covers and a sharp drop off the bit of road they re-did, compared to the overall width of the road. This is particularly apparent on Canyon Street which should have had a minimum of 3 passes, or 4 to do the whole road, rather than only 2 strips down the middle leaving a full lane width on either side with a heavy ridge to drive over. How long before this starts to break away? This is one of the busiest streets in town. Originally, 3 days seemed to be set aside to do this street but they were barely there one day. Coincidentally, I notice that 10th Ave. North is getting the full width of the road re-done. Was there a change of plans for Canyon Street after the start of this project?

    Delilah Duck asked 3 months ago

    We had completed core samples on all the roads prior to the work starting. After completing the first 4 roads it was apparent the existing asphalt was not as thick as it was at the core sampling points. This increased the costs prior to starting Canyon. The equipment does 3.75m each pass. The width cannot be reduced. The crown must be maintained in the centre of the road. To complete this you either have to make 2 or 4 passes. You cannot complete 3 passes and maintain a crown.

    The decision was made to only complete the driving lanes as we would have to pay for almost 2 meters of road surface on each lane that was just recycled meaning we would not get the driving lanes completed on the 4 remaining roads and stay in budget. Manholes, catch basins and water valves will be raised after the recycling is completed.

    10th Avenue from Canyon to Hillside was the only street that had 4 passes completed. This portion of 10th Avenue has the highest volume of traffic from the roads in the 2024 recycling program.

    Regards,

    Ferd Schmidt
    Director of Infrastructure Services
    250-402-2093

  • Share I see that HIP paving will be done on some streets in town. At least 7 years ago I was told that "In 5 years" we'll fix Elm Street from 20th to 24th Ave S. At the time I was told Elm Street was the worst in town. We've seen several streets get fixed since then. How long is 5 years in Creston planning time I wonder, and if it was the worst street then, imagine it now. on Facebook Share I see that HIP paving will be done on some streets in town. At least 7 years ago I was told that "In 5 years" we'll fix Elm Street from 20th to 24th Ave S. At the time I was told Elm Street was the worst in town. We've seen several streets get fixed since then. How long is 5 years in Creston planning time I wonder, and if it was the worst street then, imagine it now. on Twitter Share I see that HIP paving will be done on some streets in town. At least 7 years ago I was told that "In 5 years" we'll fix Elm Street from 20th to 24th Ave S. At the time I was told Elm Street was the worst in town. We've seen several streets get fixed since then. How long is 5 years in Creston planning time I wonder, and if it was the worst street then, imagine it now. on Linkedin Email I see that HIP paving will be done on some streets in town. At least 7 years ago I was told that "In 5 years" we'll fix Elm Street from 20th to 24th Ave S. At the time I was told Elm Street was the worst in town. We've seen several streets get fixed since then. How long is 5 years in Creston planning time I wonder, and if it was the worst street then, imagine it now. link

    I see that HIP paving will be done on some streets in town. At least 7 years ago I was told that "In 5 years" we'll fix Elm Street from 20th to 24th Ave S. At the time I was told Elm Street was the worst in town. We've seen several streets get fixed since then. How long is 5 years in Creston planning time I wonder, and if it was the worst street then, imagine it now.

    cachriste asked 3 months ago
    Hello,


    I am sorry we have not paved Elm Street as of yet. It is still a priority on our list of aging infrastructure.

    Elm street was priced in 2021 for 2023 budget completion. With the rising inflationary costs of all items (Pavement, concrete, aggregate, pipe products and contractor wages), the new higher pricing in 2023 was the reason it did not occur then. Elm street is a full replacement road (aggregate base, geotechnical cloth, concrete curb and gutter, new pavement, new water, storm and sanitary mains).

    The Hot in-place Asphalt repair grinds the first 1 ½” of existing asphalt and adds ½” of new product. Once heated and mixed it is repacked providing a high quality overlay of existing pavement. We are not changing any underground utilities, base or concrete curb and gutter on any of the roads that are being completed. The roads that we are doing are the majority of our arterial roads that have higher traffic flow than side roads. To bring a HIPAR contractor to Town we are require to complete a volume of 41,000+ square meters.

    Over all estimated cost of Elm Street in 2024 would be $650,000 for a total of 2000 square meters road surface. The HIPAR work this year is budgeted at $1,200,000 will complete 41,300 square meters of road surface.

    We are requesting to increase our yearly contribution to road reserves to catch up with inflation and hopefully have Elm and numerous other streets repaired.

    Regards,
    Ferd Schmidt
    Director of Infrastructure Services
    250-402-2093

  • Share Every time I drive by the old Drive-In I wonder why the town hasn't insisted that the owners of the corner lot clean up all the mess? It looks like a junk yard... on Facebook Share Every time I drive by the old Drive-In I wonder why the town hasn't insisted that the owners of the corner lot clean up all the mess? It looks like a junk yard... on Twitter Share Every time I drive by the old Drive-In I wonder why the town hasn't insisted that the owners of the corner lot clean up all the mess? It looks like a junk yard... on Linkedin Email Every time I drive by the old Drive-In I wonder why the town hasn't insisted that the owners of the corner lot clean up all the mess? It looks like a junk yard... link

    Every time I drive by the old Drive-In I wonder why the town hasn't insisted that the owners of the corner lot clean up all the mess? It looks like a junk yard...

    Howboutthemtigers asked 5 months ago

    Thanks for the comment. The lot you are talking about is far outside the Town of Creston boundaries (25th Ave is the cutoff in that direction). That is within the RDCK. Thanks.

  • Share Just wanted to say we really enjoyed the drone show for Creston's 100th Anniversary! Such a great alternative to fireworks!!! on Facebook Share Just wanted to say we really enjoyed the drone show for Creston's 100th Anniversary! Such a great alternative to fireworks!!! on Twitter Share Just wanted to say we really enjoyed the drone show for Creston's 100th Anniversary! Such a great alternative to fireworks!!! on Linkedin Email Just wanted to say we really enjoyed the drone show for Creston's 100th Anniversary! Such a great alternative to fireworks!!! link

    Just wanted to say we really enjoyed the drone show for Creston's 100th Anniversary! Such a great alternative to fireworks!!!

    Bonnie asked 6 months ago

    Thank you so much for the feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed it!

  • Share Just read hens are now allowed in Creston backyards with requirements of : coops/hens in backyard only, not allowed on balconies/decks or visible from front yard/street. Is there any stipulation regarding how close coop/pens can be to adjoining property and neighbor s fence and/or property line. Also has position of hens run and coop relative to neighbor balconies and/or deck, BBQ area??? on Facebook Share Just read hens are now allowed in Creston backyards with requirements of : coops/hens in backyard only, not allowed on balconies/decks or visible from front yard/street. Is there any stipulation regarding how close coop/pens can be to adjoining property and neighbor s fence and/or property line. Also has position of hens run and coop relative to neighbor balconies and/or deck, BBQ area??? on Twitter Share Just read hens are now allowed in Creston backyards with requirements of : coops/hens in backyard only, not allowed on balconies/decks or visible from front yard/street. Is there any stipulation regarding how close coop/pens can be to adjoining property and neighbor s fence and/or property line. Also has position of hens run and coop relative to neighbor balconies and/or deck, BBQ area??? on Linkedin Email Just read hens are now allowed in Creston backyards with requirements of : coops/hens in backyard only, not allowed on balconies/decks or visible from front yard/street. Is there any stipulation regarding how close coop/pens can be to adjoining property and neighbor s fence and/or property line. Also has position of hens run and coop relative to neighbor balconies and/or deck, BBQ area??? link

    Just read hens are now allowed in Creston backyards with requirements of : coops/hens in backyard only, not allowed on balconies/decks or visible from front yard/street. Is there any stipulation regarding how close coop/pens can be to adjoining property and neighbor s fence and/or property line. Also has position of hens run and coop relative to neighbor balconies and/or deck, BBQ area???

    Jacobean asked 9 months ago

    Hi and thanks for your question.

    Coops and Runs must comply with accessory building setbacks, as outlined in Zoning Bylaw No. 1958, 2022. Setbacks vary depending on the zone. However, in any case, Coops and Runs cannot be sited less than 3m from the front, interior, or exterior side lot line and no less than 3m from any door or window.

    If you have further questions please reach out to Natasha.ewashen@creston.ca.

  • Share What has happened to Town of Creston on SeeClickFix? Your office is no longer registered on the app, and you no longer promote the service on your website. It was kind of helpful to have people report problems. I have two issues that I found while walking today and now have nowhere to report them to. Do you have an email address for these kinds of issues? on Facebook Share What has happened to Town of Creston on SeeClickFix? Your office is no longer registered on the app, and you no longer promote the service on your website. It was kind of helpful to have people report problems. I have two issues that I found while walking today and now have nowhere to report them to. Do you have an email address for these kinds of issues? on Twitter Share What has happened to Town of Creston on SeeClickFix? Your office is no longer registered on the app, and you no longer promote the service on your website. It was kind of helpful to have people report problems. I have two issues that I found while walking today and now have nowhere to report them to. Do you have an email address for these kinds of issues? on Linkedin Email What has happened to Town of Creston on SeeClickFix? Your office is no longer registered on the app, and you no longer promote the service on your website. It was kind of helpful to have people report problems. I have two issues that I found while walking today and now have nowhere to report them to. Do you have an email address for these kinds of issues? link

    What has happened to Town of Creston on SeeClickFix? Your office is no longer registered on the app, and you no longer promote the service on your website. It was kind of helpful to have people report problems. I have two issues that I found while walking today and now have nowhere to report them to. Do you have an email address for these kinds of issues?

    Viola asked 11 months ago

    Thanks for your question. We decided to discontinue the use of SeeClickFix as despite our communication efforts, we had a very low user rate. We had to pay for the app by the year, and it was quite expensive for such low usage. You can still report issues by phoning Town Hall at 250.428.2214 or emailing us at info@creston.ca.

  • Share Why did the prices in town jump from Oct . Jeans in Bargain to Dec 15/ same jeans almost double price. We are new here and in a budget . Had we known this would , we would have picked up Christmas gists in Oct. spending only a $100 made it a lot less affordable for Christmas. If I hadn’t seen with my own eyes I would not believe and that wasn’t the only store. Marks went up over 60% so much for Black Friday prices. . We could have bought online but we believe in buying local. Being that we just moved her we were shocked! Thank you Isabella & Grant Mauth Phone 204-226-9939 . on Facebook Share Why did the prices in town jump from Oct . Jeans in Bargain to Dec 15/ same jeans almost double price. We are new here and in a budget . Had we known this would , we would have picked up Christmas gists in Oct. spending only a $100 made it a lot less affordable for Christmas. If I hadn’t seen with my own eyes I would not believe and that wasn’t the only store. Marks went up over 60% so much for Black Friday prices. . We could have bought online but we believe in buying local. Being that we just moved her we were shocked! Thank you Isabella & Grant Mauth Phone 204-226-9939 . on Twitter Share Why did the prices in town jump from Oct . Jeans in Bargain to Dec 15/ same jeans almost double price. We are new here and in a budget . Had we known this would , we would have picked up Christmas gists in Oct. spending only a $100 made it a lot less affordable for Christmas. If I hadn’t seen with my own eyes I would not believe and that wasn’t the only store. Marks went up over 60% so much for Black Friday prices. . We could have bought online but we believe in buying local. Being that we just moved her we were shocked! Thank you Isabella & Grant Mauth Phone 204-226-9939 . on Linkedin Email Why did the prices in town jump from Oct . Jeans in Bargain to Dec 15/ same jeans almost double price. We are new here and in a budget . Had we known this would , we would have picked up Christmas gists in Oct. spending only a $100 made it a lot less affordable for Christmas. If I hadn’t seen with my own eyes I would not believe and that wasn’t the only store. Marks went up over 60% so much for Black Friday prices. . We could have bought online but we believe in buying local. Being that we just moved her we were shocked! Thank you Isabella & Grant Mauth Phone 204-226-9939 . link

    Why did the prices in town jump from Oct . Jeans in Bargain to Dec 15/ same jeans almost double price. We are new here and in a budget . Had we known this would , we would have picked up Christmas gists in Oct. spending only a $100 made it a lot less affordable for Christmas. If I hadn’t seen with my own eyes I would not believe and that wasn’t the only store. Marks went up over 60% so much for Black Friday prices. . We could have bought online but we believe in buying local. Being that we just moved her we were shocked! Thank you Isabella & Grant Mauth Phone 204-226-9939 .

    Mauthe’s asked 11 months ago

    Hello there. Thanks for your question. The Town of Creston does not have any control over what retail stores charge. If you have issues with price increases at any of these stores, it would be them you would speak with, not the Town of Creston.

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