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3957 Lozells Avenue Correspondence Received from Art & Gayle Bettiol
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport4119
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Report ID
- 63032
- Meeting Date
- 18-Sep-2000
- Format
- Council - Manager's Report
- Manager's Report No.
- 24
- Item No.
- 3
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Report ID
- 63032
- Meeting Date
- 18-Sep-2000
- Format
- Council - Manager's Report
- Manager's Report No.
- 24
- Item No.
- 3
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
Administration series
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription97125
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1957-2018
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- Series
- Physical Description
- Textual records and photographs
- Scope and Content
- Series consists of records relating to the establishment, administration and operation of the Burnaby Historical Society. Records include Society meeting minutes, correspondence, and photographs and ephemera from various Society programs and events.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1957-2018
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Series
- Administration series
- Physical Description
- Textual records and photographs
- Description Level
- Series
- Reproduction Restriction
- May be restricted by third party rights
- Accession Number
- 2020-06
- Scope and Content
- Series consists of records relating to the establishment, administration and operation of the Burnaby Historical Society. Records include Society meeting minutes, correspondence, and photographs and ephemera from various Society programs and events.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Photograph
- Notes
- Title based on contents of series
Advisory Planning Commission subseries
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription96030
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- [1960]-2012
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Physical Description
- 40 folders of textual records + 1 photograph
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of commission records for the Advisory Planning Commission including agendas, minutes, reports, and correspondence and a Commission portrait.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- [1960]-2012
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Series
- Council Committee series
- Subseries
- Advisory Planning Commission subseries
- Physical Description
- 40 folders of textual records + 1 photograph
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of commission records for the Advisory Planning Commission including agendas, minutes, reports, and correspondence and a Commission portrait.
- History
- The Advisory Planning Commission was established in July of 1963. The Advisory Planning Commission was the successor to the Town Planning Commission. The Commission was responsible for advising Council on land use matters and reviewing all zoning bylaw amendments before being forwarded to public hearing. The Commission was disbanded on February 20, 2017.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Photograph
- Graphic Material
BCIT 5th class power engineering (boiler endorsement) correspondence mode
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumlibrary5592
- Repository
- Burnaby Village Museum
- Collection
- Reference Collection
- Material Type
- Book
- Call Number
- 621.1 BCI
- Place of Publication
- [Vancouver]
- Publisher
- BCIT
- Publication Date
- 2005
- Physical Description
- 3 volumes : illustrations + 1 academic supplement (38 pages) ; 28 cm
- Library Subject (LOC)
- Power (Mechanics)
- Steam power plants
- Heating plants
- Pressure vessels--Standards
- Steam-boilers
- Notes
- Prepared by Power Engineering Training Systems.
- "The material in this series is aligned with Fifth class syllabus, dated July 31, 2002".
- "This curriculum is endorsed by the Canadian Institute of Power Engineers (IPE)"--T.p. verso.
- Book 1. -- Low pressure boiler components & operation -- book. 2. -- Elements of human comfort in facility operation -- book 3. -- Basic physical science, safety & regulation for facility operation.
Bell's restoration, upgrades and repairs subseries
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription17002
- Repository
- Burnaby Village Museum
- Date
- 1973-2012
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Village Museum fonds
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Physical Description
- 10 cm of textual records + approx. 6 architectural drawings
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of correspondence, reports, tenders, workplans and budget information regarding the moving, restoration, repairs and upgrades to the Whitechurch Hardware - Bell's Dry Goods building on exhibit at Burnaby Village Museum.
- Repository
- Burnaby Village Museum
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Village Museum fonds
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Physical Description
- 10 cm of textual records + approx. 6 architectural drawings
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of correspondence, reports, tenders, workplans and budget information regarding the moving, restoration, repairs and upgrades to the Whitechurch Hardware - Bell's Dry Goods building on exhibit at Burnaby Village Museum.
- Names
- Burnaby Village Museum
- Accession Code
- BV020.5
- Access Restriction
- Subject to FIPPA
- Reproduction Restriction
- Reproductions subject to FIPPA
- Date
- 1973-2012
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Architectural Drawing
- Notes
- Title based on content of subseries
BHS minutes 2002
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription98312
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 2002
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- File
- Physical Description
- 0.5 cm of textual records
- Scope and Content
- File contains Burnaby Historical Society regular and Executive meeting minutes, as well the minutes and reports of the annual general meeting, member telephone list, and one item of draft correspondence addressed to the BC Historical Federation from the Society's secretary regarding the federation …
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 2002
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Series
- Administration series
- Physical Description
- 0.5 cm of textual records
- Description Level
- File
- Record No.
- MSS205-046
- Accession Number
- 2020-06
- Scope and Content
- File contains Burnaby Historical Society regular and Executive meeting minutes, as well the minutes and reports of the annual general meeting, member telephone list, and one item of draft correspondence addressed to the BC Historical Federation from the Society's secretary regarding the federation council meeting held on September 28, 2002.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Notes
- Title based on contents of file
- Some restrictions on access
BHS minutes 2006
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription98326
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 2006
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- File
- Physical Description
- 0.5 cm of textual records
- Scope and Content
- File contains Burnaby Historical Society regular and Executive meeting minutes and agendas, minutes and reports of the annual general meeting, and correspondence.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 2006
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Series
- Administration series
- Physical Description
- 0.5 cm of textual records
- Description Level
- File
- Record No.
- MSS205-050
- Access Restriction
- No restrictions
- Accession Number
- 2020-06
- Scope and Content
- File contains Burnaby Historical Society regular and Executive meeting minutes and agendas, minutes and reports of the annual general meeting, and correspondence.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Notes
- Title based on contents of file
BHS minutes 2008
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription98328
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 2008
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- File
- Physical Description
- 0.5 cm of textual records
- Scope and Content
- File contains Burnaby Historical Society regular meeting minutes and agendas, as well as the minutes of the annual general meeting. File also includes one piece of correspondence from Secretary Roger Whitehouse to the Burnaby Newsleader and a Christmas card to the Society from the Burnaby Village …
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 2008
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Series
- Administration series
- Physical Description
- 0.5 cm of textual records
- Description Level
- File
- Record No.
- MSS205-052
- Access Restriction
- No restrictions
- Accession Number
- 2020-06
- Scope and Content
- File contains Burnaby Historical Society regular meeting minutes and agendas, as well as the minutes of the annual general meeting. File also includes one piece of correspondence from Secretary Roger Whitehouse to the Burnaby Newsleader and a Christmas card to the Society from the Burnaby Village Museum.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Notes
- Transcribed title
- Title transcribed from original file folder
Bicycle Advisory Committee subseries
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription96369
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1992-2003
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Physical Description
- 21 folders of textual records
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of commission records for the Bicycle Advisory Committee including agendas, minutes, reports, and correspondence and a terms of reference.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1992-2003
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Series
- Council Committee series
- Subseries
- Bicycle Advisory Committee subseries
- Physical Description
- 21 folders of textual records
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of commission records for the Bicycle Advisory Committee including agendas, minutes, reports, and correspondence and a terms of reference.
- History
- The Bicycle Advisory Committee was established on June 15, 1992. The purpose of the Bicycle Advisory Committee was to advise Council of policies, programs and projects which increased the safe, convenient and practical use of the bicycle for transportation and recreation in Burnaby. As of 2003, the Bicycle Advisory Committee merged with the Transportation Committee.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
Burnaby Clef Society papers
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription57837
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1998-2000
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- File
- Physical Description
- 2 files of textual records and 33 photographs : col. ; 10 cm x 15 cm
- Scope and Content
- File contains papers pertaining to the Burnaby Clef Society, including financial records, contracts, minutes, thank you cards, and other correspondence. File also contains photographs of award recipients, musicians, and concert and Christmas party attendees.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1998-2000
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Subseries
- Burnaby Clef Society subseries
- Physical Description
- 2 files of textual records and 33 photographs : col. ; 10 cm x 15 cm
- Description Level
- File
- Record No.
- MSS020-030
- Reproduction Restriction
- May be restricted by third party rights
- Accession Number
- BHS2007-04
- Scope and Content
- File contains papers pertaining to the Burnaby Clef Society, including financial records, contracts, minutes, thank you cards, and other correspondence. File also contains photographs of award recipients, musicians, and concert and Christmas party attendees.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Photograph
- Notes
- Title based on contents of file
- Photographs 142-003-27:142-003-33 originally housed in an enveloped labelled "Proway Printers"
Images
Burnaby Clef Society papers
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription57838
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1998-2000
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- File
- Physical Description
- 1 file of textual records and 4 photographs : col. ; 10 cm x 15 cm
- Scope and Content
- File contains papers pertaining to the Burnaby Clef Society, including financial records, contracts, scholarship recipient records and other correspondence. File also includes photographs of concert attendees and musicians.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1998-2000
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Subseries
- Burnaby Clef Society subseries
- Physical Description
- 1 file of textual records and 4 photographs : col. ; 10 cm x 15 cm
- Description Level
- File
- Record No.
- MSS020-031
- Reproduction Restriction
- May be restricted by third party rights
- Accession Number
- BHS2007-04
- Scope and Content
- File contains papers pertaining to the Burnaby Clef Society, including financial records, contracts, scholarship recipient records and other correspondence. File also includes photographs of concert attendees and musicians.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Photograph
- Notes
- Title based on contents of file
Images
Burnaby Clef Society press information
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription57840
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1992-2000
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- File
- Physical Description
- 1 file of textual records and 2 photographs : col. ; 10 cm x 15 cm
- Scope and Content
- File contains two folders with papers pertaining to press information pertaining to the Burnaby Clef Society, including contact information, photocopied newspaper articles and correspondence.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1992-2000
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Subseries
- Burnaby Clef Society subseries
- Physical Description
- 1 file of textual records and 2 photographs : col. ; 10 cm x 15 cm
- Description Level
- File
- Record No.
- MSS020-033
- Accession Number
- BHS2007-04
- Scope and Content
- File contains two folders with papers pertaining to press information pertaining to the Burnaby Clef Society, including contact information, photocopied newspaper articles and correspondence.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Photograph
- Notes
- Title based on contents of file
Images
Burnaby Clef Society subseries
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription17
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- [1940-2002]
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Physical Description
- Textual records and photographs
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of the records of the Burnaby Clef Society, including programs, posters, newsletters, membership lists, correspondence, financial records, scrapbooks, and photographs.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- [1940-2002]
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Historical Society fonds
- Subseries
- Burnaby Clef Society subseries
- Physical Description
- Textual records and photographs
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Access Restriction
- In Archives only
- Accession Number
- BHS1985-12
- BHS2007-04
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of the records of the Burnaby Clef Society, including programs, posters, newsletters, membership lists, correspondence, financial records, scrapbooks, and photographs.
- History
- The Clef Society of Burnaby was incorporated on February 8, 1949, with original subscribers Elizabeth Dawson, Lilian Haste, Mona Weeks, Emily Scott, and Eleanor Cailes. As a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering music appreciation and music advancement in Burnaby, and to promoting musical instruction and education and encouraging outstanding musical talent, the Society created musical evenings in homes, public recitals and concerts, children's plays, light operas, and scholarship competitions.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Photograph
- Creator
- Burnaby Clef Society
- Notes
- Title based on contents of subseries
- PC142 and MSS020
Burnaby Girl Guides administrative records and histories series
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription18955
- Repository
- Burnaby Village Museum
- Date
- [1920]-2002
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Girl Guides fonds
- Description Level
- Series
- Physical Description
- 5 cm of textual records + 33 photographs
- Scope and Content
- Series consists of administrative records and histories pertaining to the Burnaby Girl Guides. Records include correspondence, histories, biographies and cancelled warrants for Girl Guide commissioners.
- Repository
- Burnaby Village Museum
- Collection/Fonds
- Burnaby Girl Guides fonds
- Description Level
- Series
- Physical Description
- 5 cm of textual records + 33 photographs
- Scope and Content
- Series consists of administrative records and histories pertaining to the Burnaby Girl Guides. Records include correspondence, histories, biographies and cancelled warrants for Girl Guide commissioners.
- Names
- Girl Guides of Canada
- Accession Code
- BV015.35
- BV016.49
- Date
- [1920]-2002
- Media Type
- Photograph
- Textual Record
- Notes
- Title based on contents of series
Burnaby Public Library Board subseries
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription96372
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- [1960]-2007
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Physical Description
- 3 rolls of microfilm + 1 photograph
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of board records for the Burnaby Public Library Board, including appointments, correspondence, and a comissioned portrait.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- [1960]-2007
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Series
- Council Committee series
- Subseries
- Burnaby Public Library Board subseries
- Physical Description
- 3 rolls of microfilm + 1 photograph
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of board records for the Burnaby Public Library Board, including appointments, correspondence, and a comissioned portrait.
- History
- The Burnaby Public Library Board was established in 1955. The Trustees on the Burnaby Public Library Board govern the Burnaby Public Library and provide policies, a mission and vision, and general library management.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Photograph
- Graphic Material
Bylaw Number: 12479 - Vehicle Immobilization and Towing Bylaw, Amendment Bylaw 2008
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/bylaw23644
- Repository
- Legislative Services
- Bylaw Number
- 12479
- Final Adoption
- 2008 Sep 08
- Format
- Bylaws - Adopted
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Repository
- Legislative Services
- Bylaw Number
- 12479
- Final Adoption
- 2008 Sep 08
- Format
- Bylaws - Adopted
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
Bylaws series
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription136
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1892-2010
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Description Level
- Series
- Scope and Content
- Series consists of all bylaws passed, signed and sealed by the municipal Council of Burnaby, as well as drafts of bylaws that did not receive final adoption or a final reading. Bylaws pertain to all aspects of municipal government, including, but not limited to, public works, land and building reg…
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1892-2010
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Series
- Bylaws series
- Description Level
- Series
- Scope and Content
- Series consists of all bylaws passed, signed and sealed by the municipal Council of Burnaby, as well as drafts of bylaws that did not receive final adoption or a final reading. Bylaws pertain to all aspects of municipal government, including, but not limited to, public works, land and building regulation, taxation, finance, licensing, public health and safety, and recreation and culture. Series also includes files of correspondence and other documents related to the development of individual bylaws and municipal bylaw elections, as well as appendices to bylaws, including maps, plans, and engineering related comprehensive development drawings (CD plans). Included also are bylaw record books, which list all bylaws and related information, such as dates of reading and final adoption dates. Bylaws are numbered sequentially and are arranged according to bylaw number.
- Formats
- Microfiche copies are available in the Clerk’s Department vault for bylaws number 1 to 10584.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription29
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1892-2021
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Description Level
- Fonds
- Physical Description
- 130m of textual records and other material
- Scope and Content
- Fonds consists of records generated in the course of municipal business by City Council and the Office of the City Clerk.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1892-2021
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Physical Description
- 130m of textual records and other material
- Description Level
- Fonds
- Access Restriction
- Subject to FOIPPA
- Scope and Content
- Fonds consists of records generated in the course of municipal business by City Council and the Office of the City Clerk.
- History
- The City of Burnaby covers an area of approximately 98 square kilometers between the cities of Vancouver to the west, and Coquitlam and New Westminster to the east, Burrard Inlet to the north, and the Fraser River to the south. The municipality derived its name from Robert Burnaby, a prominent businessman and advisor to Sir James Douglas, the first Governor of the Crown Colony of British Columbia. Burnaby’s early development was closely tied to the development of the City of New Westminster. New Westminster became British Columbia’s capital in 1859, the year after the British Government proclaimed the establishment of British Columbia. Shortly thereafter, the Royal Engineers began exploring Burnaby to establish military defenses and secure natural resources. This involved the construction of a road linking New Westminster to Burrard Inlet for military purposes, which is present-day North Road. At this time, individuals and families began settling in Burnaby and were largely involved in agricultural and logging activities. Burnaby developed slowly until 1887, when the Canadian Pacific Railway was extended into Vancouver from the Port Moody terminal, causing a dramatic increase in traffic between New Westminster and Vancouver. To meet the new transportation demands, a tramline was built in 1891 connecting the two urban centers along what is now Kingsway. The creation and location of the tramline induced property owners to begin subdividing and selling their lands as early as October 1891. The property taxes the roughly 200 residents paid at this time went directly to the provincial government in Victoria. No local services were provided in turn, which prompted the formation of a committee to petition the provincial government for a municipal charter. As a result, the Corporation of the District of Burnaby was incorporated by letters patent on September 22, 1892. Burnaby’s first Council was elected by acclamation on October 15, 1892 and consisted of Reeve Charles R. Shaw and councillors William Brenchley, Arthur De Windt Hazard, L. Claude Hill, William McDermott, and John Woolard.* The first formal Council election was conducted three months later. Nicolai Shou became the first elected reeve of Burnaby by ballot. Council met at various locations, including the tramline’s power house, private homes, and offices until the first municipal hall was built at Kingsway and Edmonds in 1899. Council is ultimately responsible for the government of the City of Burnaby. The Mayor (formally called “Reeve” prior to 1968) and Council are elected by the residents of Burnaby to represent them in decisions with respect to the provision of public services and facilities. Additionally, the Mayor represents the citizens of Burnaby at various public functions and events. Burnaby was without Council representation during most of the Great Depression and part of the Second World War. Council was disbanded on December 31, 1932 as a result of financial difficulties. The Provincial Government appointed a Commissioner to take over the duties of Reeve and Council beginning in 1933. This system of government was retained until January 1943, when Burnaby residents could once again elect their local government officials. The following individuals have served as Mayor (or Reeve) of Burnaby: Charles R. Shaw 1892 Nicolai C. Schou 1893-1903 Charles F. Sprott 1904-1905 Peter Byrne 1906-1910 John W. Weart 1911-1912 Duncan C. McGregor 1913 Hugh M. Fraser 1914-1918 Thomas Sanderson 1919-1920 Alexander K. McLean 1921-1926; 1928-1929 Charles C. Bell 1927 William L. Burdick 1929 William A. Pritchard 1930-1932 William Tate Wilson 1943-1944 George A. Morrison 1945-1949 William R. Beamish 1950-1953 Charles W. MacSorley 1954-1957 Alan H. Emmott 1958-1968 Robert W. Prittie 1969-1973 Thomas W. Constable 1973-1979 David M. Mercier 1979-1981 William A. Lewarne 1981-1987 William J. Copeland 1987-1996 Douglas P. Drummond 1996-2002 Derek R. Corrigan 2002-2018 Mike Hurley 2018-present The following individuals have served as provincially appointed Commissioners for the Corporation of the District of Burnaby: John Bennett 1933 John Mahony 1933-1934 Hugh M. Fraser 1934-1940* R.S. Gilchrist 1941-1942* B.C. Bracewell 1942* *Richard Bolton was Acting Commissioner for most of 1940-1942. He refused to be a full-fledged Commissioner. Closely associated with the functions of Council is the City Clerk. The Office of the City Clerk is responsible for the statutory duties of the municipal clerk including the preparation and preservation of all minutes books and records of Council business, custody of City bylaws, administrative support to Council and its Committees, preparation of Council and Committee agendas and the conduct of local government elections. The Clerk’s Office is the communications link between Council and other City Departments and the general public, and provides assistance and advice to citizens with respect to Council and Council Committee processes, reporting procedures and decisions. At the time of Burnaby’s incorporation in 1892, the municipal Clerk had the responsibility to attend all meetings of Council, keep all records of Council, prepare and alter voters’ lists, conduct Council elections, collect revenue, as well as having the responsibility to prepare balance sheets and audits. An advertisement in a local newspaper for the appointment of the Clerk dated February 1, 1905 states the “united offices of clerk, collector and assessor” receive a salary of $65.00 per month. Originally the treasurer, assessor and records manager for the corporation, the Clerk eventually became the municipal Council liaison. The primary functions of the City Clerk over time have been the keeping of minutes for the meetings of City Council and related bodies; keeping the records of the City of Burnaby as required by the Local Government Act (formally Municipal Act); keeping all records related to City Council decision making; carrying out correspondence on behalf of Council; assembling voters’ lists and carrying out elections; providing communication, information, and public relations services, including responsibility for civic ceremonies/events, and the municipal archives. The following individuals have served as City Clerk: Alexander Philip 1892–1894 Alfred Smither 1894–1899 F.J.H. Shirley 1899–1901 Arthur De Windt Haszard 1901–1902 Walter J. Walker 1902–1905 Benjamin George Walker 1905–1908 Charles Thomas Saunders 1908–1911 W.M. Griffiths 1911–1912 Arthur G. Moore 1912–1933 Charles Boyer Brown 1933–1959 John H. Shaw 1959–1973* James Hudson 1974–1984 Charles A. Turpin 1984–1995 Debbie R. Comis 1995–2011 Anne Skipsey (Acting) 2011-2012 Maryann Manuel (Acting) 2012-2014 Dennis Back 2014-2018 Kate O'Connell 2018-2020 Blanka Zeinabova 2020-2022 *Deputy City Clerk T. Ward took over many of the Clerk’s duties from 1972 to 1973 due to Shaw’s ill health during these years.
- Formats
- Microforms exist for some records. See series descriptions.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
- Creator
- City of Burnaby
- Notes
- Title based on creators of fonds
Civic ceremonies, awards and special events series
https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription157
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1919-2004
- Collection/Fonds
- Mayor's Office fonds
- Description Level
- Series
- Scope and Content
- Series contains records created by the Mayor’s Office during the Mayor’s participation in civic ceremonies, awards presentations, or other special events undertaken in or for the City of Burnaby. Records include: photographs, correspondence, memoranda, speeches, reports, newspaper clippings, progr…
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1919-2004
- Collection/Fonds
- Mayor's Office fonds
- Description Level
- Series
- Scope and Content
- Series contains records created by the Mayor’s Office during the Mayor’s participation in civic ceremonies, awards presentations, or other special events undertaken in or for the City of Burnaby. Records include: photographs, correspondence, memoranda, speeches, reports, newspaper clippings, programmes, agendas, proclamations, plaques, itineraries, invitations, and ceremonial certificates and memorabilia. As the official representative for the citizens of Burnaby, the Mayor hosts and attends numerous ceremonies and special events throughout his/her term in office. Included in this series are records from events such as the 1984 and 1997 B. C. Summer Games, the 1992 Burnaby Centennial celebrations, and the 1971 Royal Visit from Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. During the course of these events, the City of Burnaby often is presented with ceremonial plaques, letters, or certificates that commemorate the special occasions and this material is included in the series. The Mayor is also responsible for seeing that awards are bestowed upon other deserving parties and ensures that achievements and special occasions are formally recognized by the City of Burnaby. Each year the Mayor presents the Kushiro Cup Award – which is named after Burnaby’s Sister City Kushiro, Japan – to an outstanding Burnaby resident and hosts such functions as municipal appreciation dinners. The records that are produced while carrying out these activities include criteria lists, resumes, correspondence, proclamations, and certificates.
- Media Type
- Textual Record
Civic Development Committee subseries
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- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1991-2002
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Physical Description
- 24 folders of textual records
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of committee records for the Civic Development Committee including agendas, minutes, correspondence, and committee reports.
- Repository
- City of Burnaby Archives
- Date
- 1991-2002
- Collection/Fonds
- City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
- Series
- Council Committee series
- Subseries
- Civic Development Committee subseries
- Physical Description
- 24 folders of textual records
- Description Level
- Subseries
- Scope and Content
- Subseries consists of committee records for the Civic Development Committee including agendas, minutes, correspondence, and committee reports.
- History
- The Civic Development Committee was established in 1992. The Committee was previously known as the Housing and Civic Development Committee. The Civic Development Committee was responsible for the development of municipal buildings and facilities. On January 13, 2003 this committee merged with the Finance and Economic Development Committee to become the Finance and Civic Development Committee.
- Media Type
- Textual Record