Keremeos council members celebrated Local Government Awareness Week on May 21 by planting a commemorative tree.
A beautiful tri-colour beech tree was chosen for the occasion, and will be planted in front of the village office next week.
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The Village of Keremeos joined other local governments across B.C. by planting the tree to recognize the 100th anniversary of the Local Government Management Association (LGMA).
Keremeos council passed a resolution last December authorizing staff to proceed with selecting a tree to plant to recognize the local government profession and their ongoing commitment to the community.
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The LGMA has partnered with B.C. Hydro’s Community Re-greening Program by offering every local government in B.C. $50 to purchase a tree of their choice.
LGMA is encouraging all local governments in B.C. to plant the trees during Local Government Awareness Week from May 19 to 25.
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