Let me begin by recognizing that we live in the traditional territory of our neighbours, the Tla’amin Nation and remain grateful for their friendship and partnership as we move forward.
In just a few days, we’ll welcome a new decade in Powell River, and it promises to be as exciting as the last 10 years.This is a time of reflection on 2019, and of promise and optimism for 2020.
There are so many people to thank for making our town great.
First, it starts with you, the citizens of Powell River. You are the foundation of Powell River and your contributions are vital to the progress of our city. Thank you for your confidence in city council and our staff.
Thank you to our staff, who are the dedicated men and women working tirelessly to improve city services and our quality of life.
In the year ahead, we’ll start building the new wastewater treatment plant in late spring or early summer, the largest infrastructure project in the city’s history. We hope to continue building on record-breaking construction activity. We are committed to sustainability and declared a climate emergency in 2019.
More investors are discovering the advantages of living and doing business here. More retirees are finding an unmatched quality of life. More young people and families are escaping the big cities and moving here.
I thank all of you who give back to the community. Our volunteers spread goodwill with open and generous hearts and it’s my hope that we all continue to reach out to support those who are less fortunate and who might need that extra helping hand.
As we look forward to the new year, we remain committed to leaving no neighbourhood behind, and we remain passionate about working together with all of you to make Powell River the best place to live, work, play, visit and raise a family.
Happy New Year and God bless.
