The Bowen Island Municipality’s Deputy Chief Election Officer, Hope Dallas, has declared the results of the referendum, with 81% of ballot votes cast in favour of Bowen Island Municipal Council adopting Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 441, 2017.
Adoption of the bylaw - which is expected at the next regular Council meeting - will authorize Council to borrow up to 3 million dollars, repayable over a period of 30 years, for the development and construction of a new Fire Hall and Emergency Operations Centre on a portion of the Community Lands on Miller Road.
“We are pleased with the result of the referendum, and look forward to taking the next steps toward breaking ground on this important project.” said Murray Skeels, Mayor, “Thank you, Bowen Island, for investing in safety with your vote.”
Information about the next steps in the project will follow in the coming months.
A total of 965 ballots were cast.
81% voted “Yes” and 19% voted “No”.
The voter turnout was 32% of 3001 registered voters, which included resident and nonresident property electors.
The determination of official election results and declaration of results are available on our website at: www.bimbc.ca/content/referendum-results
