Jennifer Feinberg

Chilliwack

Breaking News Reporter and Writer at The Chilliwack Progress

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Cougar spotted on Little Mountain near water tower in Chilliwack

1 week ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

A cougar was spotted on Little Mountain in Chilliwack this week, according to the WildSafeBC Fraser Valley's community co-ordinator Lori Roberts. "The City of Chilliwack has asked that I let you know there is a cougar on Little Mountain near the water tower," Roberts said in a post from WildSafeBC. It's not usual for hikers or walkers to see wildlife in Chilliwack's hillside and forested areas. There are a number of strategies available for citizens to keep safe. "Keep your backpack on.
Chilliwack homeowners reminded property taxes are due July 2

1 week ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

Traffic is about to ramp up at city hall as Chilliwack homeowners pay their property taxes before the July 2 deadline. City of Chilliwack put out an online reminder on June 20 about the range of payment options available. "Skip the line and save time by paying your taxes online, through your financial institution, by mail, or in one of our two secure drop boxes available 24-hours a day outside of City Hall," according to the city notice.
Seasoned hikers sought to monitor wildlife in the Eastern Fraser Valley

1 week ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

Experienced hikers of the Eastern Fraser Valley are being sought to install and monitor wildlife cameras to help research grizzly bears, wolves and wolverines in remote areas. It's a BC Parks program for volunteers they describe as "dedicated citizen scientists" running from July to the end of November 2025, being co-ordinated by the Fraser Valley Conservancy (FVC), according to a post by organizers.
Chilliwack annual report marks jump in new businesses, building permit values

1 week ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

The City of Chilliwack's Annual Municipal Report 2024 puts the spotlight on the municipal achievements and fiscal growth made in Chilliwack, while providing a road map for the future. Comparing the Chilliwack-based stats provided in the 2023 and 2024 annual reports, there were obvious leaps made last year. For example, in building permit construction values totalled $314 million in 2024, compared to $274 million in 2023, a difference of $40 million.
Basic remuneration for Chilliwack council rose by 3.9 per cent

1 week ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

Remuneration totals paid to Chilliwack mayor and council in 2024 were released by City of Chilliwack ahead of the June 17 meeting. Mayor Ken Popove earned $139,807 in remuneration, compared to $134,559 in 2023, with his expenses listed at $1,949, according to the document. The mayor's basic pay went up by 3.9 per cent.
Chilliwack to award $2.2M contract for annual paving works

1 week ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

City council will consider awarding the 2025 Asphalt Rehabilitation tender to Grandview Blacktop Ltd this week. There were three paving companies vying for the annual road rehab contract: Grandview Paving, B.A. Blacktop and All Roads Construction. Grandview emerged with the low bid, and council is set to decide on the contract award at the afternoon session of the June 17 meeting at city hall.
Fare increase on deck for Chilliwack Transit by this fall

1 week ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

A transit increase could be rolling out in Chilliwack to increase bus fares to $2.25 for all riders by October 2025. City of Chilliwack staff has completed its fare review process that began last winter, and staff are recommending at 25-cent-increase for each of the years 2025, 2026 and 2027. "The last transit fare increases in Chilliwack took place in September 2013," according to the June 10 staff report.
Ann Davis Transition Society ready to serve up 10th annual drive-thru breakfast

2 weeks ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

Ann Davis Transition Society staff and volunteers are getting ready to serve up a warm breakfast at Elements Casino on June 19 as one of their crucial community fundraisers. "For just $10, enjoy a warm breakfast and help fund vital programs for women and children in our community," according to organizers.
Chilliwack chamber leader calls Executive of the Year award 'humbling'

2 weeks ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce CEO Leanna Kemp said it was "humbling and surreal" to be named the 2025 recipient of the Gerry Fredrick Memorial Award for Executive of the Year. "I’m still processing it all," Kemp said about receiving the award during the Chamber of Commerce Executives of British Columbia's AGM and conference June 1-3 in Nanaimo. Kemp said was an honour to have been in attendance among fellow Chamber of Commerce executives, not to mention receiving the award.
Chilliwack Slo-Pitch looking for league history in runup to 50th anniversary

2 weeks ago | theprogress.com | Jennifer Feinberg

Chilliwack Slo-Pitch is putting out a community-wide appeal for league memories leading up to their 50th anniversary. "As the anniversary approaches in 2027, we are hoping to uncover more of the league’s early history. We are calling on former players, organizers, and fans to help piece it together," said Sean Moore of Chilliwack Slo-Pitch. Slo-Pitch has always been more than just a game in Chilliwack.