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Langley Emergency Program - Elm Evacuees

On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 a fire broke out in a second story unit of the Rainbow Lodge, an affordable housing complex located in Langley City. The information provided by the Langley Emergency Program is only for those directly impacted by this event.   Elm Evacuees Please note that the Langley Emergency Program will be at Evergreen Timbers providing: Information and... Read More

New 2013 Lawn Sprinkling Restrictions

The City of Langley would like to remind all residents and businesses of the lawn sprinkling regulations that will be in effect from June 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013. During the summer months, seasonal rainfall is at its lowest and water consumption due mainly to outdoor use almost doubles. Sprinkling restrictions during this period of time help manage demand on the... Read More

Langley 2014 BC Seniors Games Directors

Exceptional athletes who know that age is just a number will be coming to Langley for the 2014 BC Seniors Games and a team of volunteers has been chosen to ensure the event is a great success.The Township of Langley and the City of Langley have appointed members to the Board of Directors for the 2014 BC Seniors Games Society. They are: President Milt Kruger Vice... Read More

Greencan Program for Organic Waste

The City’s “greencan” program is off to a great start. The Contractor has observed a significant increase in organic and recycling materials in the first few weeks of the program. The City will report out on the actual diversion rate once we have more data available.     The City would like to clarify to our residents that the minimum container size for the organic... Read More

Intermunicipal Business License

On December 3, 2012, City of Langley Council adopted an Intermunicipal Business License Bylaw enabling construction related trades to purchase one Intermunicipal Business License and operate in 9 Fraser Valley participating municipalities. As of January 1, 2013, an Intermunicipal Business License will be available in the Fraser Valley – for an additional fee of $250, eligible... Read More

Federal Summit on Policing

The City of Langley welcomes the Government of Canada’s efforts to bring attention to the rising cost of policing at its Summit on the Economics of Policing in Ottawa this week. This is just the first of many steps needed to address the growing gaps in Canada’s policing systems that are putting a strain on police and on municipal budgets, said Mayor Peter Fassbender. Public... Read More

Master Transportation Plan Update

The City of Langley is updating its Master Transportation Plan and hosted a Public Open House on January 23. The Master Transportation Plan is a multi-modal transportation strategy that will guide the development of the City’s roadway network, transit infrastructure, bicycle facilities and pedestrian systems over the next 25 years. The Master Transportation Plan update... Read More

New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Through funds from the Fraser Basin Council’s Community Charging Infrastructure (CCI) Program, the City of Langley has installed electrical vehicle charging stations at both City Hall and the Operations Centre. The total project cost was $28,000 with the City contributing $13,000 toward the project.  The electrical vehicle charging stations are now available for use by... Read More

Al Anderson Pool Opens May 10th

The City of Langley is excited to announce that Al Anderson Memorial Pool will open on May 10th for the 2013 season. The season kicks off with Move for Health Day on Friday, May 10th with FREE public swimming from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Al Anderson Memorial Pool is an 8-lane, 25 meter pool located in beautiful City Park.  Surrounded by nature, sports fields, a spray park, and... Read More

Arts, Culture & Herititage Open House

The City of Langley’s Recreation, Culture and Public Art Advisory Committee together with the Langley Arts Council, invite local artists and the public to participate in the 3rd Annual Arts, Culture and Heritage Open House on Saturday, May 25, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in beautiful Douglas Park.  The Open House was established in 2010 as a forum to introduce artists... Read More

Fraser Valley Regional Library Survey

FVRL is the largest public library system in BC, with 25 community libraries serving almost 700,000 people in its service area. The library system is primarily funded through taxes raised in the communities it serves. It is governed by a board of elected officials representing its member municipalities and regional districts, which includes the City of Langley.  Please take... Read More

Amalgamating The Langleys

July 18, 2011 – City Council, at its regular meeting of July 18, 2011, passed a resolution that the City of Langley is not prepared to support or to fund an independent study on the feasibility of reunifying the City of Langley and the Township of Langley as one municipality. Read the full press release here. Read the CAO's Report to Council on this matter. Read More

Green Can and Garbage Collection 2013

If you live in a single family house where you put your recycling, yard trimmings and garbage at the curb for collection, you have a new collection program beginning with your first collection date in January, 2013. What's New Add kitchen food scraps and kitchen soiled paper to your existing Green Can. Mark your Green Can with a NEW yellow Green Can sticker (included in your... Read More

Brownfield Redevelopment Strategy

City of Langley unveiled its Brownfield Redevelopment Strategy in partnership with Colliers International at its Regular Council Meeting on December 17, 2012.   “This report –the first of its kind at the local government level in BC-builds on the Downtown Master Plan as well as the Economic Development Strategy to explore the economic realities of brownfield redevelopment... Read More

Our Vision in Action 2012 Newsletter

This publication is intended to highlight some of our significant achievements in 2012 that contribute to making the City of Langley "The Place to Be!". Download the newsletter (1MB PDF) Read More

City of Langley Proposed Trail Names

City of Langley Proposed Trail Names City Council has endorsed the recommendation of the Parks and Environment Advisory Committee to name five trails within the City. As part of the process to name trails, the City will be holding a Committee of the Whole of Council to gather input from the public on the proposed names. The Committee of the Whole meeting is scheduled for 7:00... Read More

City Launches New Multi-Media Gateway

The City of Langley is pleased to announce the release of a new Flash multi-media presentation, featuring content from the City of Langley, the Downtown Langley Business Association, and Tourism Langley.  Designed for business investors, and prospective residents, and students who want to learn about the advantages of living, learning, working, and playing in the City of... Read More

Help Us Keep Catch Basins Clear

The City of Langley requests the assistance of our residents in keeping catch basins clear to prevent flooding during the fall and winter seasons. The combination of fallen leaves and rain at this time of year can result in clogged catch basins and localized flooding.  If you see a trouble spot in your neighborhood, please take a few minutes to clear the leaves and other... Read More

48th Avenue Upgrade Project

Public Presentation Boards (PDF) The section of 48 Avenue between 205 Street and 208 Street is currently two lanes with paved shoulders, open ditch drainage and no sidewalks. The intent of this project is to improve access to HD Stafford Middle school and the properties along 48 Avenue and the functionality as a thoroughfare by adding bike lanes, a parking lane, curb and gutter... Read More

City Adopts Strategic Plan

City of Langley, B.C. – October , 2012 … Langley City Council has adopted the 2013-2017 Strategic Plan at the Regular Council Meeting held on October 1st, 2012. The role of the Strategic Plan is to guide all planning processes within the City of Langley over the next five years based on three fundamental elements:  our vision – “The Place To Be”, our Mission –... Read More

The Place to Be Video

The City of Langley Development Services & Economic Development Department continue to aggressively and cost–effectively promote and market the City in a wide variety of means. The City of Langley video is appropriately titled “The Place To Be!’ Showcasing the City in a dynamic visual format interspersed with testimonials from the Mayor and selected business and community... Read More

Spirit of Innovation Award

At the recent convention of the Municipal Information Systems Association of British Columbia (MISA BC), Ken Ogden, Manager of Information Services for the City of Langley, was presented with the Spirit of Innovation Award. This annual award is presented in “Recognition of Outstanding Professional Achievement and Technological Innovation” with the winning submission being... Read More

Retail Trade Area Analysis 2012

The City of Langley continues to be aggressively at the forefront of economic development and marketing initiatives. The Retail Trade Area Analysis and Retail Demand brief presents current market research and analysis intended to provide insight into current conditions and emerging opportunities of the retail market in Langley and its surrounding areas, ensuring that the City... Read More

McBurney Lane Storyboards

McBurney Lane is an important north-south pedestrian connection in the heart of the City of Langley, linking Douglas Park with the downtown shopping district. Storyboards were presented at a recent public open house on the project and they can be downloaded here. Read More

Sendall Gardens Greenhouse Gets Tour

The City of Langley is pleased to announce the official launch of the Trail Talker Self-Guided Tour at Sendall Gardens Greenhouse, a joint venture between the City and the Friends of Sendall Gardens Tropical Greenhouse community group. The Trail Talker Self-Guided Tour is an exciting new way to learn about the exotic plants in the Sendall Gardens Greenhouse. Use your Smartphone... Read More

Notice to Drivers

The City of Langley would like to remind drivers to reduce speed and to take care when driving near construction zones and lookout for flag people, and workers.  Behind each work zone is a worker in a vulnerable position.   WorkSafeBC and the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) Traffic Safety Foundation formed the Occupational Road Safety Partnership in 2009... Read More

City of Langley 2011 Annual Report

Pursuant to sections 98 of the Community Charter, S.B.C., 2003, c. 26, Council for the City of Langley will be considering the 2011 Annual Report in the Council Chambers at City Hall 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley, B.C. on Monday, June 18, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. The Committee of the Whole meeting will provide the opportunity for residents to express their opinions or ask questions... Read More

Downtown Master Plan Success

City of Langley Mayor Peter Fassbender proudly addressed the tremendous success of the City's award-winning Downtown Master Plan during his annual presentation at the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce Meeting held on March 20, 2012. Click here to view the video of the Mayor's address. The City of Langley has created a clear, concise and realistic vision for the community... Read More

Energy & GHG Emissions Progress Report

The City has updated its corporate energy and greenhouse gas emissions inventories to measure progress from 2008-2010. The report confirms reductions in energy consumption and greenhouse emissions from the City's corporate operations over the study period while emphasizing the need to continue pursuing reduction initiatives in line with the Corporate Energy & GHG Emissions... Read More

New Economic Development Strategy

The City of Langley is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Economic Development Strategy following a presentation by staff and Lions Gate Consulting at the Regular Council Meeting on March 5th, 2012. Mayor Peter Fassbender stated that “the intent of the Strategy is to identify a clear set of goals, objectives and specific actions to further enhance the City... Read More

Langley to Host 2014 B.C. Seniors Games

BC LIBERAL GOVERNMENT CAUCUS NEWS RELEASE November 29, 2011 LANGLEY TO HOST 2014 B.C. SENIORS GAMES  The City and Township of Langley have successfully won a bid to host the B.C Senior s Games. In 2014, from September 9 to 13, Langley will welcome more than 3000 seniors from across the province who will compete in 26 sporting events.       Why This Matters: The... Read More

The Urban Futures Survey 2012

It started in 1973. It happened again in 1990. And now it’s back. The third Urban Futures Survey has launched, but this time with a difference. Everything will be online. The Urban Futures Survey 2012, now available at www.urbanfuturessurvey.com, is the third in a series of geographically-specific research studies that measure the importance of a number of issues to residents... Read More

Please Keep Catch Basins Clear

The City of Langley requests the assistance of our residents in keeping catch basins clear to prevent flooding during the fall and winter seasons.\ The combination of fallen leaves and rain at this time of year can result in clogged catch basins and localized flooding.  If you see a trouble spot in your neighborhood, please take a few minutes to clear the leaves and other... Read More

Medicinal Marihuana Dispensary

The City of Langley has prepared an Information Sheet regarding Medical Marihuana Dispensary. The document includes background research and the City's position. Click here to download the Information Sheet. Read More

Blue + 2 Recycling Test Project

The City of Langley was chosen to host a test of the recycling and collection of plastic bags, overwrap, foam containers and foam cushion packaging earlier this year.  The test project has ended and according to the sponsors, the results showed that people want to recycle these materials.  Throughout the three-month test, audits of the contents of the blue bags, regular recycling... Read More

Roberts Bank Rail Corridor

Options are being considered for improvements to roadways and railway tracks in Langley. View the Presentation to Council regarding the Roberts Bank Rail Corridor as it relates to 192 St/54 Ave/196 St. Read More

Port Metro Vancouver & Roberts Bank

Port Metro Vancouver's Container Capacity Improvement Program proposes a new terminal at Roberts Bank. Read the information sent to Langley City Council. For further information, please visit their website. Read More

Maxguide - Metro Art Xperience

MAXguide is Metro Vancouver’s new online arts and culture guide that provides free listings of arts and culture events for arts organizations, individuals and selected arts and culture businesses. It provides easy access to links to tickets, reviews and more. Read More

Zero Waste Challenge

The Zero Waste Challenge is about reducing our waste. All of us make decisions everyday that impact how much garbage we send to the landfill. Metro Vancouver is sponsoring a series of Future of the Region Sustainability Dialogues on waste management issues and will also be hosting Sustainability Community Breakfasts on a number of sustainability-related topics. Read More