Armstrong public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The City Council will consider adopting Bylaw No. 1916 regarding rates, fees, and charges. The meeting includes a presentation on a recent road condition assessment and updates on municipal departments.
- Adoption of City of Armstrong Rates, Fees, and Charges Establishment Bylaw No. 1916, 2023
- Road Condition Assessment Summary Report covering 34,640 m of paved roads
- Delegation from Melissa Vandermeer regarding Armstrong Wetland Association Pond Enhancement Project
- Communities in Bloom - Armstrong Evaluation Report 2023
- Departmental updates including wastewater treatment plant engineering service reviews
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing Council representative appointments for various boards and societies for 2024. They are also discussing a new rotation schedule for the Acting Mayor role. Additionally, the committee received an update on the Official Community Plan (OCP) engagement process.
- Review of Council representation for 12 boards, committees, and societies
- Proposed 2024 Acting Mayor rotation schedule based on alphabetical last names
- Update on OCP in a Week engagement involving over 170 participants
- Discussion regarding updates to the Emergency Management Committee bylaw in 2024
- Review of the Board of Variance legislative requirements
2023-11-29 Armstrong-Spalumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Commission is reviewing the 2024-2028 Financial Plan and the 2024 operational budget, which shows a 6.5% increase ($61,681) over 2023. Key discussions include funding for administrative support, equipment updates, and wildfire deployment surpluses.
- 2024-2028 Financial Plan recommendation
- 6.5% increase in 2024 operational budget ($61,681)
- $15,000 for truck-mounted computer replacement
- $16,000 for a part-time administrative position
- $205,350 anticipated surplus from 2023 wildfire deployments
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a summary presentation regarding the 'Plan Armstrong' Official Community Plan (OCP) engagement week. The presentation details community feedback, survey results, and proposed land use designations for the city's future growth.
- OCP Week summary presentation and update
- Review of community visioning survey results
- Discussion of proposed land use designations including High-Density and Med-Density Residential
- Presentation of engagement data from over 170 participants and 192 students
Regular Council
The City of Armstrong Council will consider three readings of the Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw No. 1916, 2023. The meeting includes a presentation on policing activity from the Vernon North Okanagan Detachment and a request to amend the City of Armstrong Housing Attainable Reserve Fund Establishment Bylaw.
- Three readings of Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw No. 1916, 2023
- Amendment of City of Armstrong Housing Attainable Reserve Fund Establishment Bylaw No. 1695
- Application for Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for Indigenous Cultural Safety and Cultural Humility Training
- Vernon North Okanagan Detachment 3rd Quarter 2023 policing report
- Approval of the 2024 Regular Council Meeting Schedule
Special Council
The City of Armstrong is considering a request to provide additional funding for a clear coat for the Hassen floor resurfacing project. The request involves an allocation of $4,959.61 from the Parks and Recreation Facilities Reserve.
- Funding request of $4,959.61 for Hassen floor resurfacing clear coat
- Allocation of funds from the Parks and Recreation Facilities Reserve
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Commission is reviewing reports from the Fire Chief, Fire Inspector, and Training Officer. Discussion includes wildfire response, membership retention, and the development of a new Fire Department Strategic Plan.
- Fire Department Strategic Plan development
- UBCM grant application for 18 Scott SCBA Bottles
- North Okanagan Task Force wildfire response report
- Tender 1 replacement delivery expected November 2023
- 199 fire inspections completed between June and September 2023
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing a zoning amendment for 3700 Highland Park Road to support a Sunset Housing project for BC Housing. The meeting also includes presentations on the Official Community Plan update and the Armstrong Revitalization Initiative.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1915, 2023 for 3700 Highland Park Road
- Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw No. 1916, 2023 update
- $30,000 CEPF-2023 Equipment Grant application for Fire Commission
- Armstrong Official Community Plan update presentation
- Comprehensive Armstrong Revitalization Initiative presentation
Regular Council
The City of Armstrong Council will meet to appoint Philippa Harding as Corporate Officer and Janene Felker as Chief Financial Officer. The agenda also includes discussions on joint meetings with the Township of Spallumcheen and departmental updates regarding water restrictions and infrastructure.
- Appointment of Philippa Harding as Corporate Officer and Authorized Signatory
- Appointment of Janene Felker as Chief Financial Officer and Collector
- Removal of Mo Choudhary as Chief Financial Officer and Authorized Signatory
- Permission for a joint Council meeting with the Township of Spallumcheen to be held outside City boundaries
- Departmental updates on Stage 2 water restrictions and the Wesmont development
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission is reviewing updates on the Hassen Arena floor replacement and the installation of wifi at Centennial. The meeting includes a review of the year-to-date income statement and various project updates from the General Manager.
- Hassen Arena floor replacement: surface prep starts September 25, installation starts October 10
- Installation of wifi at Centennial by Shaw on September 26
- Review of year-to-date income statement as of August 31, 2023
- Update on Hassen floor lines rendering and reader board retrofitting
- General Manager report on youth and adult programming registration
Regular Council
Council will discuss a $599,460 purchase of a Vactor sewer cleaner and a change to the street sweeping program. They will also review requests from Sunset Housing Society regarding funding and support for a development at 3700 Highland Park Road.
- Purchase of 2023 Vactor 2100i PD sewer cleaner for $599,460 from Vimar Equipment Ltd.
- Allocation of $256,000 from Water Reserve and $256,000 from Sewer Reserve for equipment.
- Sale of 2012 Elgin Crosswind street sweeper to Vimar Equipment Ltd. for $130,000 trade-in.
- Rescinding Nicole Cressman's appointment as Corporate Officer and appointing Dawn Low as Deputy Corporate Officer.
- Final reading and adoption of Good Neighbour Bylaw Amendment No. 1914, 2023.
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Special Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission is reviewing a request from the Armstrong Kin Club to renew their lease for the Kin RV Park with a 20-year term and year-round caretaker trailer access. Staff recommend a 5-year term with two 5-year renewal options. The agenda also includes a review of Hassen Arena floor allocation for new user groups.
- Kin RV lease renewal request (proposed 5-year term with two 5-year renewals)
- Request for year-round caretaker trailer at Kin RV Park
- Review of Hassen Arena dry floor allocation for new local user groups
- North Okanagan Knights minor hockey rate adjustment request
- Approval of volleyball net sleeve installation (2 to 4 sets)
Regular Council
The City of Armstrong Council is meeting to review the second quarter police report and consider an amendment to the Good Neighbour Bylaw regarding special event noise variances. The agenda also includes a request from the Armstrong Lions Club to donate $50,000 in playground equipment.
- Good Neighbour Amendment Bylaw 1829, 2023 (Special Events Noise Variance)
- Armstrong Lions Club request to donate $50,000 of playground equipment to Lions Park
- Vernon North Okanagan Detachment Second Quarter Police Report
- Make Water Work presentation
- Hunter Street Park development plan consideration for 2024 budget
Regular Council
The Council will review a budget presentation from the RCMP regarding the multi-year financial plan. Other items include approving a new Housing Action Plan, reviewing the Grant in Aid Policy, and considering various development variance permits.
- RCMP Budget Presentation by Superintendent Shawna Baher
- Review and replacement of Grant in Aid Policy 2-200-29 with draft Policy 2-200-40
- Approval of the draft Housing Action Plan
- Official Community Plan Update scope and budget consideration
- Development Variance Permit 23-006-DVP for 2315 Van Kleeck Road
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the Q2 variance report showing revenues are $76,816 above budget. The meeting includes updates on the Hassen Arena floor replacement and a proposal for a new digital message board.
- Hassen Arena floor resurfacing scheduled for October
- Digital message board budget quote of $37,690.00 plus taxes
- Volleyball net sleeve costs of $700.00 per set plus $3,300.00 installation
- Enderby Minor Baseball banner hanging request
- Q2 variance report showing expenses are $78,255 under budget
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Commission is reviewing reports from the Fire Chief, Fire Prevention Officer, and Training Officer. Discussion items include the Fire Department Strategic Plan and lobbying the province for highway response cost recovery.
- Discussion on lobbying the province for cost recovery of highway responses
- Update on the disposal of assets, including the 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial
- Fire Department Strategic Plan discussion
- Report on 268 fire inspections completed between January and May 2023
- Update on the replacement water tender ordered from Fort Garry
Regular Council
The Council will review a traffic safety analysis and consider integrating recommended calming measures into future projects. They will also decide on the allocation of the 2022 annual surplus and the establishment of a Growing Communities Fund Reserve.
- Traffic Safety Analysis presentation by WATT Consulting Group
- Establishment of Growing Communities Fund Reserve Bylaw No. 1913, 2023
- Allocation of $100,000 surplus to the Official Community Plan Comprehensive Review
- Allocation of $968,000 surplus to Water, Sewer, and Fire statutory reserves
- Allocation of $200,000 from Growing Communities Reserve to Utilities Modelling Plan 2023
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing 2023 work plans for all city departments. Discussion includes flood risk assessment, infrastructure modeling, and various asset management projects.
- Meighan Creek Diversion project budgeted at $1,268,000
- Okanagan Sanitary Trunk Upgrades budgeted at $905,000
- Sanitary sewer and water system modeling budgeted at $50,000 each
- Closed Circuit Television and pipe lining budgeted at $400,000
- Electric and hybrid fleet vehicle additions budgeted at $290,000
Regular Council
The Council will consider a wetland enhancement project at 3185 Okanagan Street and amendments to the Community Amenity Contribution Policy. They will also discuss a $4,000,000 loan for City Hall and Council Chambers and the establishment of a Growing Communities Reserve Fund.
- Wetland Enhancement Project at 3185 Okanagan Street
- Amendments to the Community Amenity Contribution Policy
- Interior Provincial Exhibition Exclusive Use of Public Property Agreement
- Growing Communities Reserve Fund Establishment Bylaw No. 1913, 2023
- $4,000,000 Municipal Security Issuing Resolution for City Hall and Council Chambers
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission is reviewing the 2022 year-end financial report and receiving updates on the Hassen Arena floor replacement. The meeting also includes a disc golf course proposal for Memorial Park and various correspondence items.
- Hassen Arena floor resurfacing project estimated at $75,895.57
- Disc golf course proposal for Memorial Park by Dion Eden
- 2022 year-end financial report review
- Request for North Okanagan Minor Hockey Association banner placement
- Request for recycling containers on the fairgrounds
Special Council
The Special Council meeting includes a presentation from BDO Auditors regarding the City's audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022. Council is also asked to consider the adoption of the Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1910, 2023.
- Presentation of 2022 Audited Financial Statements by Markus Schrott of BDO Auditors
- Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1910, 2023
Regular Council
The Council will consider the 2023 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw and an endorsement of the Active Transportation Plan. They will also discuss participation in a Regional District of North Okanagan restorative justice service.
- Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1910, 2023
- Active Transportation Plan update and engagement endorsement
- $1,433 proposed participation fee for RDNO Restorative Justice Service
- Veterans Memorial Banner Program delegation
- Hunter Avenue Lions Park playground equipment replacement discussion
Regular Council
The City Council will consider a 10-year licence of occupation for a Silver Star Lakes Reservoir access road and a development variance permit for 4115 Highland Park Crescent. The meeting also includes departmental updates regarding spring freshet monitoring and the implementation of chicken and bee keeping rules.
- Licence of Occupation for Silver Star Lakes Reservoir access road (3.219 hectares)
- Development Variance Permit for 4115 Highland Park Crescent (setback, height, and parking)
- Departmental updates on spring freshet and water reservoir capacity
- Implementation of chicken and bee keeping rules under Good Neighbour Bylaw 1889
- Active Transportation plan update following resident engagement
Committee of the Whole
Interior Dams presented a 2023 update to the 2018 Flood Mapping and Risk Assessment Report. The presentation covered watershed backgrounds, recent flooding history, and the goal of developing an Integrated Flood Management Plan (IFMP).
- Presentation on flood risk mitigation and the 2023 progress update
- Discussion of 1/20-year and 1/200-year flood design determinations
- Reported 1/200-year flood impact estimated at $24.8M in 2023 dollars
- Proposed Meighan Creek Bypass project currently at tender
- Planned upgrades for Okanagan Street crossings
Regular Council
The City Council is considering the final reading of the 2023-2027 Financial Plan Bylaw. The meeting also addresses budget amendments for the Okanagan Sanitary Trunk Project and cost overruns for recent vehicle purchases.
- Final reading of the 2023-2027 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1909, 2023
- $175,000 budget increase for the Okanagan Sanitary Trunk Project to a total of $905,000
- $17,027.72 allocation from Public Works Equipment Reserve for dump truck cost overruns
- $22,406.67 allocation from Climate Action Reserve for fleet truck replacement overages
- Development Permit 23-001-DP for a carriage house at 2895 Pleasant Valley Road
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission is reviewing a proposal to replace the Hassen Memorial Arena sport court to allow for year-round use of sports like pickleball and tennis. Staff is also providing updates on asset management, equipment replacements, and various community programming.
- Recommendation to negotiate with TOMKO for Hassen floor replacement
- TOMKO proposal for 4-coat Plexipave system priced at $63,895.57 plus GST
- Replacement of ice resurfacer (Zamboni) scheduled for arrival March 6
- RFQ for Centennial Hall AC replacement closing March 15
- Support for initiative to have event organizers pay extra policing costs
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the 2023-2027 Financial Plan Bylaw and several joint council resolutions. Discussions include proposed cemetery rate adjustments and a phased approach to infrastructure levy increases.
- 2023-2027 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1909, 2024
- Cemetery resident rate increase of 3% over 2022 rates
- Cemetery non-resident rates adjusted to Vernon resident rates plus 0.0057%
- $40,000 cost for columbarium purchase in Five Year Financial Plan
- Increase of perpetual care fund percentage on plot sales from 25% to 33%
Special Council
Council is considering $27,300 in grants for local non-profit organizations and a $400,000 early budget approval for CCTV and pipe lining capital works. The meeting also includes a public engagement session regarding the 2023-2027 Financial Plan.
- $27,300 in recommended grants to nine local societies and clubs
- $400,000 early budget approval for CCTV and Cure in Place Pipe Lining capital projects
- Public engagement session for the 2023-2027 Financial Plan
- Introduction of the 2023-2027 Financial Plan Bylaw for first, second, and third readings
Regular Council
The City Council will consider adopting several bylaws regarding development procedures, delegation of authority, and rates and fees. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Agricultural Land Commission and a discussion on emergency preparedness funding.
- Final reading of Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1906, 2023
- Final reading of Delegation of Authority Amendment Bylaw No. 1907, 2023
- Final reading of Rates, Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1908, 2023
- UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund application for Emergency Operations Center & Training
- Rescind of Agriculture Land Reserve (ALR) Exclusion Application Policy 1-100-14
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Special Fire Services Commission
The Fire Services Commission is considering a recommendation to donate a 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial to AmedicUSA. The Commission will also review amendments to the Fire Department 'Sale of Tangible Capital Assets Policy No. 102.19'.
- Donation of 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial to AmedicUSA
- Amendment of Fire Department 'Sale of Tangible Capital Assets Policy No. 102.19'
- Proposed storage of the donated truck at the Agriplex on the Fairgrounds
Special Council
Council is reviewing the 2023 Draft Budget Proposal, which includes a proposed 7.0% increase to municipal taxes. The proposal also recommends increasing the infrastructure levy from 2.5% to 4.8% to align with the Asset Management Plan. Public consultation regarding the financial plan is scheduled for February 21, 2023.
- Proposed 7.0% increase to municipal property taxes
- Proposed infrastructure levy increase from 2.5% to 4.8%
- Third reading of the Delegation of Authority Amendment Bylaw No. 1907, 2023
- Draft 2023 Operating budget of $15.45 million
- Draft 2023 Capital budget of $11.7 million
Regular Council
The City Council is reviewing several bylaw updates regarding development procedures, rates, and fees. They are also considering a $1,000,000 grant application for a downtown revitalization plan.
- $1,000,000 REDIP grant application for Comprehensive Revitalization Plan
- Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1906, 2023
- Rates, Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1908, 2023
- Building Bylaw 1903, 2022 final reading
- Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw 1904, 2022 final reading
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will discuss the implementation of an Affordable Access Pass for qualifying community members. This program aims to reduce financial barriers to recreation services for residents receiving specific provincial or federal benefits.
- Affordable Access Pass proposal offering 75% discount on public swimming, ice skating, and roller skating
- General Manager report on asset condition assessments and facility updates
- Update on Centennial Hall AC replacement RFQ scheduled for late January
- Arrival of new ice resurfacer (Zamboni) scheduled for March 6th
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Fire Services Commission is reviewing a proposal to donate a 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial to AmedicUSA. The Commission will also discuss amending the Fire Department 'Sale of Tangible Capital Assets Policy No. 102.19'.
- Donation of 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial to AmedicUSA
- Amendment of Fire Department 'Sale of Tangible Capital Assets Policy No. 102.19'
- Review of 2022 incident statistics totaling 434 calls
- Report on 689 fire inspections completed in 2022
- Report on 42 fire investigations conducted in 2022