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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council to consider strata conversion at 2540 Pleasant Valley Boulevard
Armstrong's Regular Council meeting on September 21, 2026, will consider several policy updates, a strata conversion application, and multiple bylaw readings. The most consequential item is a proposal to endorse, in principle, the strata conversion of 2540 Pleasant Valley Boulevard, subject to technical requirements. Council will also review financial policy changes, including property tax sale, utility, and online payment policies, and consider amendments to the 2026-2030 Financial Plan.
- Strata conversion application 26-009-SUB for 2540 Pleasant Valley Boulevard
- Amendments to Property Tax Sale Policy 2-200-27 and Utility Policy 2-200-33
- New Online Payment Processing Policy 2-200-49; rescind Policy 2-200-36
- 2026 budget additions: $15,000 for 15-Year Capital Plan, $22,316 for emergency exercise and EOC equipment
- Wayfinding Signage Phase 1 funding change: add $18,700 CARI grant, $30,000 ETSI grant, reduce $48,700 from Roads & Drainage Reserve
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, September 21, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - September 21, 2026
THAT the September 21, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as
circulated.
THAT the Septe mber 21, 2026 Reg ular Cou ncil Mee ting Ag end a be ado pted as
circulated.
THAT the September 21, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as
circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - August 31, 2026
THAT the August 31, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - August 31, 2026
THAT the August 31, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - August 31, 2026
THAT the August 31, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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PR …
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Armstrong Council to discuss 15-year capital plan and new bylaws
The Council will consider endorsing a 15-year capital plan and adopting a temporary borrowing bylaw. The meeting also includes reports on policing, building enforcement policies, and lease renewals.
- 15-Year Capital Plan endorsement
- Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 1952, 2026 adoption
- Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1950, 2026 readings
- Building Bylaw Enforcement Policy 7-700-1 approval
- Thomas Hayes Ecological Park 30-year lease renewal
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, August 31, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - August 31, 2026
THAT the August 31, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes -August 10, 2026
THAT the August 10, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4.
DELEGATION(S) AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
Vernon North Okanagan Detachment - 2026 2nd Quarter Policing Report (April to June)
Presenters: Inspector Kennedy and S/Sgt. Lee
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
Building Bylaw Enforcement Policy
Report by L. Cordell, Manager of Planning Services
THAT Building Bylaw Enforcement Policy 7-700-1 be approved as presented in the
August 31, 2026 report from the Manager of Planning Services.
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5.2
Royal Canadian Legion LCRB Applications - Extended Hours and Rutabaga Bowling
Report by L. Cordell, Manager of Planning Services
THAT Council supports the Royal Canadian Legion’s application to permanently extend
its operating hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.;
AND THAT Council support …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Committee of the Whole
Committee to review 15-year capital plan and subdivision bylaw
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review and recommend endorsement of the 15-Year Capital Plan, which consolidates infrastructure recommendations into a single prioritized document. They will also consider recommending first, second, and third readings of Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1950, 2026. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting.
- 15-Year Capital Plan endorsement recommendation
- Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1950, 2026 readings
- Adoption of May 4, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Monday, August 17, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Monday, August 17, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda - August 17, 2026
THAT the August 17, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda be adopted as
circulated.
THAT the August 17, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda be adopted as
circulated.
THAT the August 17, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda be adopted as
circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - May 4, 2026
THAT the Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of May 4, 2026 be adopted
as circulated.
THAT the Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of May 4, 2026 be adopted
as circulated.
THAT the Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of May 4, 2026 be adopted
as circulated.
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4.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
4.1
15-Year Ca …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council to consider variance for 6-lot subdivision at 3785 Murray Drive
Council will decide on a development variance permit for a 6-lot subdivision at 3785 Murray Drive, which would reduce the road right-of-way width and create a utility right-of-way. They will also discuss a non-farm use application for a parking lot and trailhead at 3990 Pleasant Valley Road, and consider rescinding several planning and building policies. The meeting includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes, plus a closed session.
- Development variance permit 26-007-DVP for 3785 Murray Drive to reduce road right-of-way to 13.7 m and create 2.15 m utility right-of-way
- Non-farm use application for 3990 Pleasant Valley Road for parking lot and trailhead for North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail
- Rescind 13 planning and building policies, including Secondary Suite Rezoning, Liquor Licensing, and Cannabis Retail Store
- Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 1952, 2026 for first, second, and third readings
- Remove delineators at Pleasant Valley Road & Rosedale Avenue and Okanagan Avenue & Rosedale Avenue intersections
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, August 10, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - August 10, 2026
THAT the August 10, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes -July 20, 2026
THAT the July 20, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4. PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
4.1 Development Variance Permit Application 26-007-DVP: 3785 Murray Drive
Report by L. Cordell, Manager of Planning Services
THAT Development Variance Permit Application 26-007-DVP to vary Subdivision
Servicing Bylaw 1570 Schedule J 2.01 – 18m R/W Urban Local Road Cross-Section by:
1.Reducing the road right of way width to 13.7 metres; and
2.Creating a right of way of 2.15 metres across the property frontages to accommodate
the shallow utilities
for subdivision application 26-004-SUB at 3785 Murray Drive, legally described as Lot
5, Section 6, Township 35, Kamloops (formerly Osoyoos) Division Yale District, Plan 294
except Plans 5092, 21495, M10592, KAP51830 and KAP65791, be approved.
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4.2 Notice of Motion re: Good Neighbour Bylaw Applicability
Verbal Repo …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council approves major budget increase for Water Reservoir/Supply Line Project
The Armstrong Council adopted its agenda and minutes, approved a series of human‑resources and corporate policy changes, and voted on a substantial amendment to the Water Reservoir/Supply Line Project budget. The amendment raises the 2026‑2028 funding levels and adds borrowing to cover the increase. The council also supported a one‑time RCMP helicopter landing for a static display on August 16, 2026 and moved the parking study for the historic downtown area forward in the 2027 budget process.
- Amendment to Water Reservoir/Supply Line Project budget: 2026 funding increased to $5,460,000 ( $750,000 from Water Reserve, $4,710,000 borrowing), 2027 to $4,786,500, and 2028 to $3,700,000, with debt interest expense rise to $45,530.
- Approval of HR policies: employment of relatives (3‑300‑1) and amendments to risk management, employee performance reviews, exempt staff benefit package, and retirement recognition.
- Repeal of corporate administration policies including Public Hearing Process (2‑200‑9) and several tag‑day, complaint, and gift disclosure policies.
- Permission for RCMP Air Services helicopter landing and takeoff for a static display during the RCMP Musical Ride on August 16, 2026.
- Parking study considerations for the historic downtown area with associated budget items to be included in the 2027 budget.
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - July 20, 2026
THAT the July 20, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes -June 29, 2026
THAT the June 29, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4. DELEGATION(S) AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1 British Columbia Dragoons - Canadian Army/BCD Update
Presenter: Lieutenant Colonel Wade Peters
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4.2 Armstrong Wetlands Association - Okanagan Street Wetland Update
Presenters: Marge Sidney and Michelle Hill
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5. PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1 Notice of Motion - to be introduced by Councillor Todd for inclusion at the August 10,
2026 Regular Council Meeting
Notice only: No debate or discussion will occur at this meeting.
Proposed motion: THAT Council direct staff to report back to a future Council
meeting on the applicability of Section 4.4 of the Good Neighbour Bylaw to
2485 Okanagan Street, regarding an assessment of whether the boulevard
maintenance requirements apply to the property.
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Armstrong Council to adopt 2026 Election Procedures Bylaw
Council will review the 2025 Annual Report and adopt the Election Procedures Bylaw No. 1953. The meeting includes a significant overhaul of city financial and administrative policies, as well as updates on the Pleasant Valley Boulevard North project.
- Adoption of Election Procedures Bylaw No. 1953, 2026
- Approval of 'Heritage Blue' for city wayfinding signage
- Approval of new Investment and Procurement and Contracting policies
- Project update on Pleasant Valley Boulevard North
- Public presentation by Okanagan Regional Library on economic benefits
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, June 29, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Monday, June 29, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - June 29, 2026
THAT the June 29, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - June 29, 2026
THAT the June 29, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - June 29, 2026
THAT the June 29, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - June 8, 2026
THAT the June 8, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - June 8, 2026
THAT the June 8, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - June 8, 2026
THAT the June 8, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as c …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council considers permanent patio for Branding Iron Pub and new Veterans crosswalk
Council will discuss budget amendments for library services and FireSmart projects, as well as the appointment of election officers for the 2026 general local election. The body is also reviewing a permanent patio application for the Branding Iron Pub and a commemorative crosswalk for the Armstrong Legion.
- Estimated $6,000 for Veterans’ Commemorative Crosswalk on Pleasant Valley Road
- Budget increase for Library Sunday opening from $4,700 to $9,388
- Provincial grant funding for FireSmart project: $126,100 (2026) and $192,000 (2027)
- Permanent patio application for Branding Iron Pub (3385 and 3445 Okanagan Street)
- Heritage Alteration Permit for 2940 Okanagan Street
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, June 8, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Monday, June 8, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
1. CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - June 8, 2026, 2025
THAT the June 8, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - June 8, 2026, 2025
THAT the June 8, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - June 8, 2026, 2025
THAT the June 8, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - May 19, 2026
THAT the May 19, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - May 19, 2026
THAT the May 19, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - May 19, 2026
THAT the May 19, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adop …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council to advance downtown revamp: speed reduction, parking, patios
Council will consider directing staff to develop patio and sidewalk policies, design parking for Patterson Avenue, create a parking strategy, and review downtown speed reduction. They will also hear a first-quarter 2026 policing report from the RCMP and consider repealing five financial policies. An update from the Okanagan Basin Water Board on its 2026-2030 strategic direction is scheduled.
- Direct staff on Patterson parking design and implementation
- Develop a downtown parking strategy and review speed reduction
- Repeal five financial policies including property tax distribution and Heaton Place rental policy
- Receive 1st Quarter 2026 policing report from Vernon North Okanagan Detachment
- Consider letter of support for Ebus and Red Arrow intercity bus service
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - May 19, 2026
THAT the May 19, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - April 27, 2026
THAT the April 27, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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3.2
Special Council Meeting Minutes - May 4, 2026
THAT the May 4, 2026 Special Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4.
DELEGATION(S) AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
Okanagan Basin Water Board - 2026-2030 Strategic Direction Update
Presenter: Melissa Tesche, Executive Director
4.2
Vernon North Okanagan Detachment - 2026 1st Quarter Policing Report
(January to March)
Presenters: Inspector Kennedy and S/Sgt. Lee
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
Comprehensive Armstrong Revitalization Initiative - Next Steps.
Report by L. Cordell, Manager of Planning Services
THAT Council directs staff to focus on the development of patio and sidewalk policies,
the development of Patterson parking design and implementation, the development
of …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Special Council
Council to adopt 2026 tax rates for Armstrong
At this special meeting, Armstrong City Council will vote on adopting Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1951, 2026, which sets property tax rates for the year. The rates cover city general, policing, infrastructure, regional library, regional hospital, and regional district services, including insect sterilization and fire dispatch. Different rates apply to property classes such as residential, utilities, major industry, and business.
- Adopt Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1951, 2026
- Residential rate: 1.71707 per $1,000 (city general), plus others
- Business/Other rate: 5.57935 per $1,000 (city general), plus others
- Major Industry rate: 17.24733 per $1,000 (city general)
- Regional District Fire Dispatch rate: 0.03487 per $1,000 (improvements) for residential
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Special Council Meeting
Monday, May 4, 2026 - 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1 Special Council Meeting Agenda - May 4, 2026
THAT the May 4, 2026 Special Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3. BYLAW
3.1 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1951, 2026
THAT City of Armstrong Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1951, 2026 be adopted.
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4. ADJOURNMENT
4.1 Meeting Adjournment
THAT the May 4, 2026 Special Council Meeting be adjourned at [insert time] p.m.
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CITY OF ARMSTRONG
2026 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1951, 2026
A Bylaw to Levy Tax Rates for City General, City Policing, City Infrastructure, Regional Library,
Regional Hospital and Regional District Purposes for the Year 2026.
WHEREAS Section 197 of the Community Charter requires the Council to adopt a bylaw to impose
taxation rates;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the City of Armstrong , in open meeting assembled , enacts as
follows:
1. TITLE
This bylaw may be cited as “City of Armstrong Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1951, 2026”.
2. 2026 TAX RATES
2.1. The following tax rates are hereby imposed and levied for the year 2026:
(a) For City General purposes of the municipality on the value of land and improvements taxable
for …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Committee of the Whole
Council to set next phases of Armstrong downtown revitalization
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend which phases of the Comprehensive Armstrong Revitalization Initiative (CARI) to pursue next. They will consider designating Phase 2 as a multi-use path east of Mill Street and Phase 3 as a multi-use path along Pleasant Valley Boulevard South. The committee will also address related policies on parking, speed reduction, and sidewalk patios.
- Phase 2 recommendation: multi-use path east of Mill Street
- Phase 3 recommendation: multi-use path along Pleasant Valley Boulevard South
- Discussion on speed reduction for historic downtown safety
- Review of parking strategy and cash-in-lieu fee for downtown developments
- Timing of sidewalk patio policy to align with Phase 1 completion
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Monday, May 4, 2026 - 5:15 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda - May 4, 2026
THAT the May 4, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda be adopted as
circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - December 15, 2025
THAT the December 15, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes be adopted
as circulated.
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4.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
4.1
Comprehensive Armstrong Revitalization Initiative (CARI) Project – Next Steps
Report by L. Cordell, Manager of Planning Services
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5.
ADJOURNMENT
5.1
Meeting Adjournment
THAT the May 4, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting be adjourned at [insert time]
p.m.
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MINUTES
Committee of the
Whole Meeting
December 15, 2025, Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
PRESENT:
Council:
Mayor J. Cramer
Councillors S. Drapala, S. Fowler, *R. Nitchie, N. Todd and M. Wehner
Absent:
Councillor J. Valstar
Staff:
Trevor Seibel, Chief Administrative Officer
Chantel Wiese, Manager of Corporate Services/Corporate Officer
Terry Martens, Chie …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Armstrong Council reviews 2025 financials and introduces new tax rate bylaw
Council will review the 2025 audited financial statements and year-end reports. The meeting also includes first readings of a new Tax Rate Bylaw and a presentation from Foundry North Okanagan regarding a requested $25,000 funding contribution.
- Approval of 2025 Financial Statements and KPMG Auditor’s Report
- First three readings of Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1951, 2026
- Development Permit 26-003-DP for exterior renovations at 2805 and 2925 Smith Drive
- Foundry North Okanagan $25,000 funding contribution request
- Authorization for a joint meeting with the Township of Spallumcheen on May 7, 2026
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, April 27, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - April 27, 2026
THAT the April 27, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - April 7, 2026
THAT the April 7, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4.
DELEGATION(S) AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
Canadian Mental Health Association - Foundry North Okanagan & Youth Services
Presenter: Julia Payson
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
2025 Financial Statements & Auditor’s Report
Financial Statements Report by T. Martens, Chief Financial Officer
Audit Findings Report by KPMG
THAT the 2025 Financial Statements and Auditor’s Report be approved.
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5.2
2025 Year-End Financial Report
Report by T. Martens, Chief Financial Officer
THAT the 2025 Year-End Financial Report, attached to the April 27, 2026 report from
the Chief Financial Officer, be received for information.
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5.3
Council Discretionary Grant Process
Report by T. Martens, Chief Financial Officer
THAT the report titled “ …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council to consider 2026 property tax rates and revitalization project phases
The Council will discuss the 2026 property tax rate structure and designate construction phases for the Comprehensive Armstrong Revitalization Initiative. Additionally, the Small-Scale Meat Producers Association is requesting a $3,000 contribution for the North Okanagan Butcher Hub.
- 2026 Property Tax Rate Analysis (Option 4)
- $3,000 funding request for North Okanagan Butcher Hub
- CARI Phase 2 (multi-use path east of Mill Street) and Phase 3 (multi-use path on Pleasant Valley Boulevard South)
- Adoption of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw No. 1949, 2026
- Benchmark Communities Policy amendments
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - April 7, 2026
THAT the April 6, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - March 16, 2026
THAT the March 16, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4.
DELEGATION(S) AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
North Okanagan Butcher Hub - Small-Scale Meat Producers Association (SSMPA)
Presenter: Steve Meggait, Vice-President
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
2026 Property Tax Rate Analysis
Report by T. Martens, Chief Financial Officer
THAT Council endorse Option 4 as the 2026 property tax rate structure as outlined in
the 2026 Property Tax Rate Analysis Report, dated April 7, 2026, from the Chief
Financial Officer;
AND THAT the policy statement in the 2026-2030 Financial Plan relating to the
distribution of property taxes across the property classifications be amended for 2026
as follows:
Class 1 – Residential
78.82%
Class 2 – Utility
0.69%
Class 5 – Light Industrial
0.68%
Class 6 – Business
19.36%
Class 8 …
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Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Armstrong Council to discuss revitalization funding and FireSmart grant application
Council will consider a $111,500 allocation for a revitalization wayfinding program and a $200,000 grant application for FireSmart activities. The meeting also includes a presentation from Monashee Outdoors regarding greenspace upgrades and a report recommending the denial of the Royal Canadian Legion's requests.
- Authorization of up to $111,500 from the Roads and Drainage Reserve for phase 1 of a wayfinding program
- Resolution to apply for a $200,000 UBCM FireSmart grant ($100,000 per year for two years)
- Recommendation to deny Royal Canadian Legion requests for 'Veterans Way' naming and a Veterans crosswalk
- Monashee Outdoors request for greenspace improvements at 2595 Pleasant Valley Blvd
- First, second, and third readings of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw No. 1949, 2026
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, March 16, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - March 16, 2026
THAT the March 16, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes -February 23, 2026
THAT the February 23, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4.
DELEGATION(S) AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
Monashee Outdoors - Greenspace Upgrade Funding Request
Presenters: Lisa and Ryan Pat, Owners, Monashee Outdoors
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
Royal Canadian Legion Request – Honourary Name, Crosswalk & Banner Program
Report by T. Seibel, Chief Administrative Officer
THAT the report titled “Royal Canadian Legion Request – Honorary Name, Crosswalk &
Banner Program”, dated March 16, 2026 from the Chief Administrative Officer, be
received for information;
AND THAT the Legion be advised their requests have been denied.
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5.2
2025 Annual Bylaw and Dog Control Statistics
Report by W. Smith, Manager of Community Services
THAT the report titled “2025 Annual Bylaw and Dog Control Statistics”, d …
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Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Armstrong Council to adopt 2026-2030 Financial Plan and water infrastructure loan
The Armstrong City Council will meet to adopt the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw and a loan authorization bylaw for a water reservoir and transmission line. The meeting also includes a 4th quarter policing report from the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP and a report on emergency preparedness funding.
- Adoption of 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1948, 2026
- Adoption of Water Reservoir/Transmission Line Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1946, 2026
- Vernon North Okanagan Detachment 2025 4th Quarter Policing Report
- Community Emergency Preparedness Fund application endorsement
- Strategic Plan Update – 4th Quarter (2025) report
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, February 23, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - February 23, 2025
THAT the February 23, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - February 2, 2026
THAT the February 2, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4.
DELEGATION(S) AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
Vernon North Okanagan Detachment - 2025 4th Quarter Policing Report (October to
December)
Presenters: Inspector Kennedy and S/Sgt. Lee
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
Strategic Plan Update – 4th Quarter (2025)
Report by T. Seibel, Chief Administrative Officer
THAT the report titled “Strategic Plan Update – 4th Quarter” from the Chief
Administrative Officer, dated February 23, 2026, be received for information.
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5.2
Community Emergency Preparedness Fund - Emergency Operations Centres & Training
Report by W. Smith, Manager of Community Services
THAT Council endorses an application under the Union of British Columbia
Municipalities’ 2026 Community Emergency Preparedness Fund - Emerg …
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council to discuss 2026-2030 financial plan and Tolko Industries permit amendment
The Armstrong City Council will consider adopting an amendment to the Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw and review the proposed 2026-2030 Financial Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Tolko Industries Ltd.'s application to amend its environmental permit.
- Adoption of Rates, Fees, and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1947, 2026
- First, second, and third readings of 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1948, 2026
- Tolko Industries Ltd. EMA Permit Application presentation
- 2026 SILGA Call for Resolutions discussion
- Long Service/Retirement Presentation for K. Fox
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, February 2, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - February 2, 2025
THAT the February 2, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - January 12, 2026
THAT the January 12, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as circulated.
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4.
DELEGATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
Long Service/Retirement Presentation - K. Fox
Presentation by T. Seibel, Chief Administrative Officer
4.2
Tolko Industries Ltd. - EMA Permit Application
Presenter: Michael Towers - Director, Sustainability and Environment
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
2026 SILGA Call for Resolutions
Report by C. Wiese, Manager of Corporate Services
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6.
BYLAWS
6.1
Rates, Fees, and Charges Establishment Bylaw No. 1916, 2023, Amendment Bylaw
No. 1947, 2026
Adoption
THAT Rates, Fees, and Charges Establishment Bylaw No. 1916, 2023, Amendment
Bylaw No. 1947, 2026 be adopted.
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6.2
2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1948, 2026
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Mon Jan 12, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Regular Council
Council discusses budget adjustments and a $10.2 million water project loan
The Council is considering several 2026 project budget adjustments and a loan authorization bylaw for a water reservoir and transmission line. They will also hear a presentation from the Royal Canadian Legion regarding honorary street names and a veterans' crosswalk.
- Proposed $4,400,000 early approval for Pleasant Valley Boulevard North project
- Proposed $10.2 million Water Reservoir/Transmission Line project with $8.7 million in borrowing
- Proposed $162,000 carry-over for the 2025 Plow Truck Replacement project
- Proposed funding source change for Rosedale Avenue Intersections Design to $75,000
- Presentation by Royal Canadian Legion regarding 'Veterans' Way' honorary name
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Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
Monday, January 12, 2026, 5 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3535 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the unceded ancestral
territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and the Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1
Regular Council Meeting Agenda - January 12, 2026
THAT the January 12, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as circulated.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1
Regular Council Meeting Minutes - December 8, 2025
THAT the December 8, 2025 Regular Council Meeting Minutes be adopted as
circulated.
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4.
DELEGATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
4.1
Royal Canadian Legion: Honourary Street Name and Veterans' Crosswalk
Presenter: Shawn Coady, Royal Canadian Legion
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5.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
5.1
Proposed 2026 Project Budget Adjustments
Report by T. Martens, Chief Financial Officer
THAT the following 2026 project-related adjustments in the proposed 2026-2030 Five-
Year Financial Plan be approved by Council:
a. The Pleasant Valley Boulevard North project for a total cost of $4,400,000 be
granted early approval;
b. The funding sources for the Pleasant Valley Boulevard North project be
changed from $2,670,000 - Growing Communities Reserve and $1,730,000 -
Roads & Drainage Reserve to $2,670,000 - Growing Communities Reserve;
$1,200,000 - Gas Tax Reserve; and …
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