Category Archives: Whalley

More details on the new Pattullo

As reported yesterday, TransLink is moving swiftly on plans to replace the aging Pattullo Bridge with a new six-lane crossing by 2015. Now, new details about the plans have emerged in a BC Local News story by reporter extraordinaire Jeff … Continue reading

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New Pattullo coming 2015, consultation Sept. 14

According to The Province, TransLink is set to unveil its plans for a six-lane Pattullo Bridge replacement in the next few weeks. The regional transportation authority, which is responsible for the existing crossing, has been studying options for the bridge … Continue reading

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Exclusive: Sneak peek at the Surrey Outpatient Hospital

Civic Surrey was invited to the installation of the new wide MRI machine at the Surrey Outpatient Hospital and was fortunate enough to also receive a short site tour of the building’s interior. Thanks to Angela in Media Relations, Adele … Continue reading

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Why the SFPR will be good for the City Centre

The BC Government recently signed the final contract for the South Fraser Perimeter Road. Although pre-load has been underway for some time, the real work will begin soon, as the project heads towards its 2013 completion date. The 40km four … Continue reading

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University Drive: the City Centre’s future parade route?

When I used to work at the Downtown Surrey BIA, there were frequent conversations about events and festivals as a means of attracting people back into the area. Parades, of course, are one of those community events that residents enjoy … Continue reading

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Holland Park becoming Surrey’s gathering place

It was only two years ago when Holland Park was first unveiled as the City’s “premier urban park”. Since then, it has grown to become a concrete example of the new image the City is adopting as a progressive, forward-thinking, … Continue reading

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EXCLUSIVE: City Hall final design revealed!

Civic Surrey has obtained images from the new City Centre brochure, to be distributed to the public and media next Tuesday, when the final design for the new City Hall building will be presented. Beyond the previously announced details, City … Continue reading

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City Hall unveiling June 29, breaking ground 2011

One of the most significant public infrastructure investments in the City Centre is set to be unveiled next week. The Kasian-Moriyama designed City Hall building will be revealed to the public June 29th, with an event planned at 12 noon … Continue reading

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