Issue 8, August 2024
Regional District Highlights
Upcoming Events
PRRD begins feasibility study on fire service expansion in Area D The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is actively seeking public input regarding the potential expansion of fire services to Bessborough, Farmington and Sunrise Valley in Electoral Area D.
Fire Service Expansion Feasibility Study, Town Hall #1 September 24, 2024 @ 7pm - 9pm Farmington Community Hall, 4794 Parkland Road Fire Service Expansion Feasibility Study, Town Hall #2 September 26, 2024 @ 7pm - 9pm Farmington Community Hall, 4794 Parkland Road Residents of Bessborough, Farmington and Sunrise Valley are invited to a town hall session to discuss the possibility of expanded fire protection services with the Peace River Regional District and project consultant, FireWise.
The initiative stems from a petition presented to then Chair Hiebert of the PRRD in 2022, signed by 27 Electoral Area D. The petitioners, noting that the Bessborough Landfill receives fire protection from the Dawson Creek Fire Department (DCFD), requested similar protection for rural residents living between the landfill and the city. The PRRD has partnered with FireWise Consulting, a firm with extensive regional experience in fire service reviews. The feasibility study will evaluate existing conditions, desired service levels and potential costs associated with expanding fire protection services in the area. To ensure thorough community engagement, there are multiple ways to participate: Interactive ‘Have Your Say’ page: haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/bfses In-person Town Hall sessions: September 24 and 26, 2024 from 7pm to 9pm at the Farmington Community Hall Community survey: A short survey is open until September 26 through the following channels:
Online: Visit haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/bfses to complete the survey online Pick-up a hard copy: Hard copies of the survey are available at the PRRD offices in Dawson Creek (1981 Alaska Avenue) and Fort St. John (9505 100 Street). Mail-in a hard copy: To request a hard copy survey by mail (including prepaid return postage) contact communications@prrd.bc.ca or call 250-784-3200. The PRRD greatly appreciates the community’s involvement in this engagement and looks forward to collaborating with residents.
Next PRRD Board Meetings September 12, 2024 | 10am, Dawson Creek October 3, 2024 | 10am, Dawson Creek Board meetings are streamed live on Facebook @OfficialPRRD To view all meeting information and agendas visit: prrd.bc.ca/agendas-minutes
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