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Trees were planted last year in cemeteries, on McArthur Island and in the Dufferin Wetlands. Species included oak, aspen, Japanese lilac and pine. City of Kamloops parks manager Jeff Putnam said the COVID-19 pandemic was the reason the city fell short of its goal. The city has previously said parks usage was up significantly during the pandemic, leading to more wear and tear on the land — and requiring more staff time for upkeep as a result. A report noted funding for capital projects was placed on hold, grant availability was lacking and tree-planting events were cancelled. Putnam said...

A former city councillor is speaking out about travel by municipal politicians to conferences, such as the Union of BC Municipalities, in the wake of the TNRD spending controversy. During a press. . .

Bass wants two words in the following section changed: “All currently operating and future transitional and supportive housing options must commit to providing the following defined wrap-around support services to their clientele: a) daily on-site nursing staff when required, b) 24-7 security services, and c) access to weekly mental health and/or addictions counselling services.” Proposed in its place is an amended motion substituting “must commit” to “where appropriate.” The original motion passed by a vote of 5-3, with councillors Bass, Dieter Dudy, Mike O’Reilly, Bill Sara...

Following numerous complaints from dog owners, the City of Kamloops won’t refund dog licence late fees this year. But the city plans to review implementation of a payment grace period in the . . .

Property taxes will rise less than one per cent, an additional $20.72 for the average household ($469,000 assessed value). During a lengthy budget meeting on Tuesday, council approved all but two. . .