News

Temporary Administrative Clerk position available

Feb 2 2023
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

The Village has a vacancy for a temporary clerk with administrative experience in a government office setting. This is a CUPE 608 position, with a 35-hour week at a 2023 rate of $27.10 per hour. The term of this temporary position is unknown at this time.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume to cao@keremeos.ca by 4:00 pm on February 17, 2023.

The advertisement and job description can be reviewed at this link

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Board of Variance volunteers needed

Jan 23 2023
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

The Village is seeking individuals with a strong interest in the community, and some knowledge of planning and development, to sit on the Board of Variance for a term of three (3) years.

Established by Bylaw, the Board of Variance will review requests for variances to certain municipal development requirements for reasons of hardship.  Such issues may include siting, dimensions or size of a building or structure, the prohibition of a structural alteration (in the case of mobile homes outside of mobile home parks) and other development issues.

The Board of Variance will be provided with administrative support.  Members of the Board do not receive compensation for their services as members, but will be reimbursed for reasonable expenses incurred that arise out of the performance of their duties.

Interested parties are encouraged to provide a letter and/or resume stating their knowledge, experience and why you wish to serve on the Board.  Submissions can be made in person at the Village office, by mail to 702 – 4th Street, PO Box 160, Keremeos BC V0X 1N0, by fax to 250-499-5477 or by email to coordinator@keremeos.ca.  Applications will be accepted until all three (3) positions are filled.

For more information please contact the Village Office at 250-499-2711.

 

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Council wants to hear from you!

Jan 20 2023
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

There are two upcoming opportunities for informal discussions with Mayor Wiebe and Councillors:

  • Keremeos business owners and staff are invited to a Business Roundtable on Monday, January 23, 2023, at 5:00 pm in Council Chambers, 702-4th Street, Keremeos. 
  • Residents who wish to join a discussion with the Mayor and Councillors about community issues are invited to a "Coffee with the Mayor" drop-in on Friday, January 27, 2023, 9:00-11:00 am in Council Chambers.

All subjects are welcome for discussion. 

For those who cannot attend a meeting with Council, please feel free to email your questions or comments to mayorandcouncil@keremeos.ca Council wants to hear from you!

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January 3, 2023 Council Meeting

Dec 23 2022
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

The next Regular Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers, 702-4th Street, Keremeos.  Review the agenda package here.

Council meetings are open to the public...please join us!

 

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Coffee with the Mayor, Friday Dec. 16, 9-11

Dec 9 2022
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

Keremeos Mayor, Jason Wiebe, is inviting residents to join him for an informal discussion about community issues at the municipal office (702-4th Street) on Friday, December 16, 2022, 9:00 to 11:00. Coffee and pastries will be served.

Other members of Council, as well as representatives from Keremeos' BC Emergency Health Services ambulance service will be dropping in to the coffee as well. All topics are open for discussion and everyone is welcome!

If you're unable to attend, the next Coffee with the Mayor will take place on Friday, January 27, 2022, 9:00-11:00 am.

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Friday, Nov 25 - chat over coffee with the Mayor

Nov 24 2022
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

Keremeos' new mayor, Jason Wiebe, is looking forward to having an informal coffee and chat with residents and business owners at the municipal office (702-4th Street) on Friday, November 25, 2022, 9:00 to 11:00. Coffee and pastries will be served.

Other members of Council, as well as local Regional District Area Directors will be dropping in to the coffee as well. All topics are open for discussion and everyone is welcome!

If you're unable to attend, the next Coffee with the Mayor will take place on Friday, December 16, 2022, 9:00-11:00 am.

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Regular Council meeting and Council meet and greet

Nov 18 2022
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

The next Regular meeting of Council will take place on Monday, November 21, 2022 at 4:30 pm in Council Chambers, 702-4th Street, Keremeos. Review the agenda package here.

The first Coffee with the Mayor session of this term will be held on Friday, November 25, 2022 at 9:00-11:00 am in Council Chambers. Mayor Wiebe will be joined by several Councillors and local RDOS Area Directors. Drop in for a coffee and to chat about any issues that are on your mind.

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How to contact Mayor and Councillors

Nov 8 2022
By: Keremeos Admin
Categories: News

Keremeos Mayor and Councillors have taken their Oaths of Office and commenced the 2022-2026 term! Your Council is made up of:

  • Mayor Jason Wiebe
  • Councillor Jeremy Evans
  • Councillor Arden Holley
  • Councillor Tracy Henderson, and
  • Councillor Garry Elliott

The Council wishes to continue hearing from residents and business owners with ideas and issues of concern. There are several ways to reach them:

  • By email, letter or phone
  • Attend a Coffee with the Mayor
  • Attend a Business Roundtable meeting
  • Attend a Council meeting. Questions and comments regarding the agenda will be heard before Council votes on agenda items.

For more information and schedules for all meetings, visit the Keremeos website page on how to contact the Mayor and Councillors