The Public Works Department encompasses all aspects of the municipal road network, utilities, water, sewer, waste transfer, and engineering. Public Works is also responsible for maintenance of municipal parks, greenspace, and recreation facilities. The Public Works Yard is located at 250 2nd Street West in Vanderhoof.
Need to report an issue with water, sewer, roads, or garbage?
Notice of Claim
The District of Vanderhoof is not liable for nuisance or damage arising, directly or indirectly, from a breakdown or malfunction of sewer systems, water or drainage systems, or dikes or roads. The District will not be held responsible for costs unless evidence of a negligent act or omission can be provided, and compensation may only be issued when liability can be determined.
Need to file a notice of claim or require more information?
Solid Waste
To sign-up, call the District office at 250-567-4711. On collection day, bins must be placed no further than 1 metre from the roadside and must be on the street by 8:00am.
Residents are responsible for the replacement cost if the bin is lost or stolen, and for keeping their bins clean and secure, and returning their bins to their property after collection. All bins have an electronic ID tag that is linked to your specific property, and must stay at the assigned residence even if you move.
If damage or vandalism of the bins results from negligence, residents will be responsible for obtaining a new bin from the District and paying the replacement cost. Please call 250-567-4711 to report your issue.
| Annual Cost for Pick-up | |
|---|---|
| Large Bin – 360L | $294.67 |
| Medium Bin – 240L | $198.99 |
| Small Bin – 120L | $110.66 |
Water & Sewer
For service rates and payment information, visit the Finance Page. To view the Water and Sewer Bylaws, please visit our Document Centre.
Snow Removal
Weed Control
The District’s goal is to control weeds and grasses which may impair traffic visibility, damage road asphalt surfaces, that may cause safety issues for pedestrians and for aesthetic purposes.
The District controls weeds with mechanical trimming which includes roadside tractor mowing and weed line trimming. Another objective of the program is to minimize the collection of litter and debris in weed infested areas. The District takes a leadership role in keeping our municipality clean. Another objective is to support the BC Weed Control Act to manage noxious weeds. The District maintains road shoulders in all areas of the District of Vanderhoof. The road shoulders are mowed with a tractor equipped with a flail mower. Weed whacking is included in the program to maintain walkways, municipal facilities and other right of ways. The District of Vanderhoof requires all property owners and residents to maintain the boulevard(s) and lane adjacent to their property. The District does not provide this service and does not include any funds in the budget for such work. Most of this work involves landscape cutting, trimming and watering of grass on the boulevards and lanes. Property owners and residents are encouraged and expected to maintain the boulevards for the beautification of our district and the enjoyment of all.
If you have any concerns, please contact the Director of Public Works and Engineering at 778-916-0397.
Drug Paraphernalia
Sharps and other items related to drug consumption have become more common within Vanderhoof recently, and Public Works will remove these items from public spaces when reported.
To view clean up instructions or report a concern, visit the Drug Paraphernalia page.
