City of Armstrong

🚛 Street Sweeping Begins June 22

The City of Armstrong's street sweeping contractor will be sweeping roads throughout the community from June 22–26, 2026.

Help crews do the best job by:

✔️ Parking off the street where possible
✔️ Keeping roads clear of bins, trailers and other obstacles
✔️ Driving carefully around equipment and crews

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to keep Armstrong's streets clean and safe.

Learn more about Public Works: www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca/public-works/

💧 What is Make Water Work?

The City of Armstrong is proud to support Make Water Work, a water conservation campaign led by the Okanagan Basin Water Board that helps residents create beautiful, resilient landscapes while using water wisely.

The Okanagan is on the front lines of climate change, experiencing both drought and flooding, along with increasingly severe wildfire seasons. Make Water Work encourages practical water-saving habits and drought-resilient landscaping that help protect our water supply for future generations.

Did you know?
💧 There is less water available per person in the Okanagan than anywhere else in Canada.
💧 The Okanagan has one of the highest rates of water use per person in Canada.
💧 Lawn and garden watering is the second-largest use of water in the Okanagan.

Take the pledge today and choose Armstrong as your community:
👉 https://www.makewaterwork.ca/pledge/

Learn more about Water Conservation in Armstrong:
👉 https://cityofarmstrong.bc.ca/water-conservation/

🎓 Congratulations, PVSS Class of 2026! 🎓

Tonight, you walk across the stage and celebrate the culmination of years of hard work, perseverance, growth, and achievement.

On behalf of the City of Armstrong, congratulations to each and every graduate as you mark this important milestone. Whether your next step leads to post-secondary education, trades training, the workforce, travel, or new adventures yet to be discovered, know that your community is proud of you and is cheering you on.

You have demonstrated resilience, determination, and the ability to overcome challenges while creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. As you prepare to turn the page to a new chapter, take a moment to celebrate how far you have come and all that you have accomplished.

The entire Armstrong community is proud to support you today and in the years ahead.

Please be advised that Smith Drive, between Smith Road and Fletcher Avenue, will be temporarily closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, while BC Hydro completes service installation work.

📅 Date: Friday, June 19
🕗 Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📍 Location: Smith Drive (between Smith Road and Fletcher Avenue)

During this time, access will be limited to local traffic and emergency vehicles only.

Motorists are asked to plan ahead, use alternate routes where possible, and follow all traffic control personnel and signage in the area. We appreciate your patience and cooperation while this work is completed.

Planning an event, display, or activity on City property?

Using a City sidewalk, road, boulevard, or other public space requires a permit from the City.

Permits help ensure:

✅ Public safety
✅ Accessibility for all users
✅ Emergency vehicle access
✅ Protection of City infrastructure
✅ Appropriate insurance and liability coverage

Activities such as special events, community gatherings, sidewalk patios, temporary road closures, vendor events, and the placement of tents or other structures require approval from the City.

If you're planning to use public property, contact City Hall early in the planning process. Our goal is to help make your event or activity safe, successful, and enjoyable for everyone.

📞 250-546-3023
📧 [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: cityofarmstrong.bc.ca/activities/

Downtown Parking is Available During Construction!

As work continues on Pleasant Valley Boulevard North, there are still several convenient public parking options available throughout downtown Armstrong.

Available parking locations include:

✔️ Wood Avenue City Public Parking Lot
✔️ Pleasant Valley Boulevard South City Public Parking Lot
✔️ On-street parking along Patterson Avenue
✔️ On-street parking along Pleasant Valley Road between Okanagan Street and Bridge Street
✔️ On-street parking along Okanagan Street from Wood Avenue to Patterson Avenue
✔️On-street parking along Pleasant Valley Boulevard North

We're also preparing the former City Hall parking lot for temporary public parking. More information will be shared once it's ready.

All downtown businesses remain open and appreciate your continued support during construction.

Public Notice: https://armstrong.civicweb.net/document/195966

📋 Council Highlights – Stay connected with your Council!

Catch up on key decisions, community updates, and important discussions from the June 8, 2026 Regular Council Meeting.

🔗 Read the Highlights here:
https://armstrong.civicweb.net/document/195923/

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Subscribe to the City of Armstrong eNews: https://cityofarmstrong.us21.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=92dd456ecd32ebc9ca923eba0&id=a05c83a574

Council will consider the report and receive public comments at the Annual General Meeting:

📅 June 29, 2026
⏰ 5 p.m.
📍 Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street

The Annual Report provides an overview of the City's 2025 financial results, operational highlights, and progress on strategic priorities.

📖 View the report online at www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca or in person at City Hall during regular business hours.

Residents are invited to share their comments:

✔️ In person at the meeting
✔️ By dropping off a written submission at City Hall
✔️ By mail
✔️ By email to [email protected]

Learn more: www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca

🏛️ Armstrong City Council meets for a Regular Council Meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026 at 5 p.m.

Stay informed on what’s happening in the community! Council meetings are open to the public and live streamed online.

📄 View the agenda:

▶️ Watch the live stream:
https://www.youtube.com/-kt3sx/streams

Stage 2 Water Restrictions Effective June 4, 2026 at 12 p.m.

Effective 12 p.m., June 4, 2026, the City of Armstrong has activated Stage 2 Water Conservation Restrictions in response to the Provincial Drought Rating for our region.

Stage 2 restrictions help reduce overall water demand and support the responsible management of community water resources during dry conditions.

📅 Watering Schedule
🔹 Addresses ending in 00–49: Tuesdays & Saturdays
🔹 Addresses ending in 50–99: Mondays & Wednesdays

⏰ Irrigation Times
• Manual irrigation: 6 p.m. – 10 a.m. on designated days
• Automated irrigation: 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. (maximum 3 hours) on designated days

🚿 Handheld watering with a shut-off nozzle is permitted at any time.

These restrictions apply to all City of Armstrong water customers, including residents in the Pleasant Valley, Round Prairie, Highland Park, Stardell, Silver Star, and Lansdowne Local Area Services, as well as Spallumcheen residents receiving City water.

📄 Water Restrictions Handout: https://armstrong.civicweb.net/document/179564/

💧 Learn more about water conservation:
https://cityofarmstrong.bc.ca/water-conservation/

Thank you for doing your part to conserve water and protect our community's water supply.