Clarification: Ash Scattering Site
Inaccurate information has been circulated regarding the approval and establishment of an ash scattering site in Surrey.
Surrey, BC – Inaccurate information has been circulated regarding the approval and establishment of an ash scattering site in Surrey.
In 2021, under the previous administration of Doug McCallum, staff was asked to meet with the Five Rivers Community Services Society about the possibility of building a pier for ash scattering at Brownsville Park. Under the direction of the previous Mayor, the pier would be funded privately through the Five Rivers Society. While further discussions occurred, no agreement was reached on funding the project.
It is also important to note that this matter was never discussed by the previous Council as a whole nor did the previous Council provide any approvals to move forward with this project.
Under the current administration of Mayor Brenda Locke, staff initiated dialogue with the province regarding the requirements to allow for mourning families to spread ashes of their loved ones. The province has advised the city that a dedicated dock is needed for this purpose. Staff are preparing a report for Council. The report would outline the steps required to allow for the scattering of ashes and a cost estimate for the construction of the pier. The report will be presented to Council this fall for consideration.