Coldstream, BC

Committee of the Whole

The District of Coldstream's Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for October 5, 2026 has been cancelled. The supplied agenda contains no business items, motions, or reports — only the cancellation notice repeated three times. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed for this meeting.

THANKSGIVING DAY - Office Closed

CANCELLED-Council - Regular

Council - Regular

Inaugural Council - Regular

Council - Regular

REMEMBRANCE DAY - Office Closed

Council - Regular

Finance Committee

Council - Regular

CANADA DAY - Office Closed

BOXING DAY STAT - Office Closed

TRUTH & RECONCILLIATION STAT - Office Closed

Council - Regular

Coldstream Council meets September 28, 2026 at the Lavington Fire Hall to consider several bylaws and land matters. Council will decide whether to adopt the 2027 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw for not-for-profit organizations and places of worship, and whether to give first three readings to a sanitary sewer regulation and rate amendment bylaw and a development cost charge bylaw. Council will also consider forwarding a proposed Agricultural Land Commission non-farm use at 9172 Kalamalka Road to the ALC for a decision, and will hear reports on the Cypress Drive parking lot, 8505 Kalavista Drive, and barriers near 12677 Kidston Road.

• Agricultural Land Commission non-farm use proposed at 9172 Kalamalka Road (Development Application 25-003-PRJ), with public input
• Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1882, 2026 for 2027 tax exemptions for not-for-profits and places of worship (adoption)
• Sanitary Sewer System Regulation and Rate Amendment Bylaw No. 1884, 2026, Amendment No. 2, amending Schedule D - Properties Exempted (first three readings)
• Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 1885, 2026 (first three readings, then forwarded to the Inspector of Municipalities)
• Barriers near 12677 Kidston Road: safety improvement at a cost of $1,000 from operational budgets, to be completed in 2027

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend to Council on three items: proceeding with detailed design for Kalamalka Road improvements and Kal Beach drop-off upgrades, advancing Development Cost Charge Bylaw 1885 for first three readings, and receiving a report on establishing a community hall in Lavington. The meeting also includes adopting the August 17, 2026 minutes and a resolution to adjourn to an in-camera session.

• Kal Beach drop-off area upgrades: recommend detailed design for Kalamalka Road (Option 1) and drop-off area (Option 3), plus flashing light upgrades with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons in 2027 budget
• Development Cost Charge Bylaw 1885, 2026: recommend first, second, and third reading, then forward to Inspector of Municipalities for approval
• Process for establishment of a community hall in Lavington: report received for information and filed
• Adoption of August 17, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes
• Resolution to adjourn to in-camera meeting

Finance Committee

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

The September 8, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2026. No agenda items were discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

LABOUR DAY - Office Closed

Council - Regular

Coldstream Council's regular meeting on August 24, 2026, includes presentations on the RCMP quarterly policing report and a retirement, plus decisions on several bylaws and reports. Key items include first three readings of a permissive tax exemption bylaw for 2027 and a traffic bylaw amendment prohibiting driveway access from road end parks or lake access points. Council will also discuss follow-up on the Grey Canal/Cypress Drive parking lot project, including possible fire hydrant installation and speed limit reductions, and consider appointing an interim Director of Financial Administration.

• First, second, and third reading of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1882, 2026 for not-for-profits and places of worship in 2027
• First, second, and third reading of Traffic and Highway Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1883, 2026 to prohibit driveway access from road end parks or lake access points
• Direct Administration to investigate fire hydrant on Cypress Drive, speed limit reductions (40 km/hr on Upland Road, 30 km/hr on Cypress Drive), and seasonal parking patrols at Grey Canal parking lot
• Rescind appointment of Aaron Stuart as Director of Financial Administration effective August 28, 2026; appoint Keri-Ann Austin on interim basis
• Waive Council Technology Allowance Policy MC22 to purchase 256 GB iPads for all Council members

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and make recommendations to Council on several development-related items, including an update to Development Cost Charges, a new permit area for accessory dwellings on agricultural land, a night sky policy, traffic calming amendments, and a provincial e-scooter pilot project. The committee will also consider adopting the June 1, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Development Cost Charge Update Background Report — recommend Council authorize stakeholder consultation before returning the DCC Bylaw
• Accessory Dwelling on Agricultural Land Development Permit Area — recommend OCP amendment to create the permit area
• Night Sky Policy (PLD 44) — recommend Council adopt the policy
• Amendment to Policy PW43 (Traffic Calming) — recommend Council adopt the amended policy
• Electronic Kick Scooter Pilot Project — recommend Council consent to the provincial pilot effective September 1, 2026

Council - Regular

Council will consider a staff recommendation to deny forwarding a proposal for an Agricultural Land Commission Non-Adhering Residential Use at 8935 Kalamalka Road to the ALC, citing inconsistencies with the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. The meeting also includes presentations on the RCMP 2nd Quarter Policing Report and electric kick scooters, as well as a resident delegation regarding the Grey Canal Mountain Bike Trail parking lot project.

• Staff recommends denying ALC application for a non-adhering residential use (accessory dwelling unit) at 8935 Kalamalka Road
• RCMP 2nd Quarter Policing Report for April–June 2026 presented by Superintendent MacLeod
• Electric kick scooter presentation covering B.C. rules and classifications
• Residents request pause on Grey Canal Mountain Bike Trail parking lot project, citing lack of consultation
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 1880 (Miscellaneous Fees and Charges Amendment No. 14) adding Secondary Suite Registration fees

BC DAY - Office Closed

Council - Regular

Council will decide on several bylaw amendments, including new registration and inspection fees for secondary suites. The body is also reviewing funding for road drainage, pool repairs, and beach fencing.

• Bylaw No. 1880 to add Secondary Suite Registration and extra inspection fees
• Up to $60,000 for drainage upgrades on Aberdeen Road
• Up to $25,000 for gutter drain replacement at Lavington Pool
• Up to $5,500 for Okanagan Indian Band flag raising ceremony and meeting
• Up to $3,000 for chain link fencing at Pumphouse Beach

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a verbal presentation on the 2027 budget, covering taxation and capital matters. The presentation will be given by the Director of Financial Administration and the Director of Infrastructure Services. No decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only.

• 2027 Budget Discussion (Taxation/Capital) – verbal presentation by Director of Financial Administration and Director of Infrastructure Services

Council - Regular

The Council will consider several bylaws including an Official Community Plan amendment regarding water capacity. Discussions also include updates to the Vernon Regional Transit System fare structure and a proposed agricultural municipality initiative.

• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1878, 2026 (water capacity provisions)
• Bylaw Enforcement Notice and Municipal Ticket Information Utilization amendments
• Vernon Regional Transit System fare structure and DayPASS program changes
• Proposed $2,000 increase to Councillor annual salary for 2027
• Agricultural Municipality Initiative taxation analysis

Public Hearing

The District of Coldstream is holding a public hearing regarding Bylaw No. 1878, 2026, Amendment No. 2. This amendment would update the Official Community Plan to include provisions for evaluating water supply capacity during development reviews.

• Bylaw No. 1878, 2026, Amendment No. 2: Amends the Official Community Plan regarding water supply and servicing capacity
• Requirement for applicants to demonstrate adequate water supply and servicing capacity for proposed developments

CANADA DAY - Office Closed

Special Council - Regular

The Council will meet to formally consider the 2025 Annual Report and receive public submissions and questions. The primary goal is to approve the report as presented by the Director of Financial Administration.

• Approval of the 2025 District of Coldstream Annual Report
• Public input session regarding the annual report
• Review of $6 million in completed 2025 capital works
• Discussion of the completed Asset Management Plan
• Review of the Cemetery Master Plan and Active Transportation Network Plan

Council - Regular

Council will hear a presentation from the Mayor of Summerland on the proposed Agricultural Municipality Initiative to address infrastructure costs on ALR lands. Other presentations include the Okanagan Basin Water Board's strategic direction and a BC Transit fare review, with the fare decision deferred to July 13. Council will vote on adopting a public notice bylaw and a parks bylaw allowing off-leash dogs at Pumphouse Beach. Unfinished business includes a report on traffic calming on Kidston Road.

• Adoption of Public Notice Bylaw No. 1873, 2026
• Adoption of Parks bylaw amendment to allow off-leash dogs at Pumphouse Beach
• Traffic calming on Kidston Road – Council to consider policy amendments
• BC Transit fare review presentation – decision deferred to July 13
• Okanagan Basin Water Board 5-year strategic direction received for information

CANCELLED - Committee of the Whole

Council - Regular

Council will consider ending the Pumphouse Dog Beach Pilot Project and designating a portion as an off-leash park. They will also vote on a zoning bylaw amendment and first reading of a public notice bylaw. A delegation will speak against vertical traffic calming on Kidston Road.

• Designate portion of Pumphouse Beach as off-leash dog park; authorize up to $6,000 for fencing and signs
• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1868 (housekeeping updates)
• First reading of Public Notice Bylaw No. 1873
• Delegation from M. Waberski objecting to speed tables on Kidston Road (previously approved at $34,000)
• Direct administration to maintain 8505 Kalavista Drive as passive greenspace for 2026

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will recommend that Council maintain the former Log House property at 8505 Kalavista Drive as passive greenspace for the remainder of 2026. They will also direct Administration to provide cost estimates for potential future upgrades for the 2027 budget. The committee will adopt previous meeting minutes and may adjourn to an in-camera session for preliminary service negotiations.

• Recommend to maintain 8505 Kalavista Drive as passive greenspace for 2026
• Direct Administration to provide cost estimates for future upgrades (e.g., gazebo, irrigation, nature center)
• Potential in-camera session for negotiations under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter
• Adoption of May 19, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes

Council - Regular

The Coldstream Council will adopt unadopted minutes, approve several bylaws, and consider a major infrastructure contract. Items include a parks bylaw allowing dogs at the West Kal boat launch, an Official Community Plan amendment on water capacity, a secondary‑suite amnesty policy with new fees, and the BC Transit 2026‑2027 operating agreement. The council will also authorize a $1,034,256.89 contract with Bear Paw Earthworks Ltd for School Road rehabilitation and an additional $256,260 from various reserves, bringing the project budget to up to $1,201,260 plus GST.

• Adopt District of Coldstream Parks and Public Spaces Amendment Bylaw No. 1874, 2026, Amendment No. 16 (allows dogs on leash at West Kal boat launch)
• Read first and second time District of Coldstream Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1878, 2026, Amendment No. 2 (water capacity provisions) and direct a public hearing
• Authorize contract to Bear Paw Earthworks Ltd for School Road rehabilitation – $1,034,256.89 plus GST, with an additional $256,260 funding, total up to $1,201,260 plus GST
• Adopt Secondary Suite Amnesty Certification Process – 2 Year Policy – PLD43 and set a $100 registration fee and $50 per extra inspection fee
• Approve BC Transit 2026‑2027 Annual Operating Agreement (term April 1 2026 – March 31 2027)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is recommending that Council adopt a 2-year Secondary Suite Amnesty Policy (PLD43) that allows owners of suites installed before June 2024 to register them for a $100 fee and pass a life safety inspection. They are also receiving a report, for information only, on potential approval processes for accessory dwelling units on A1 zoned farmland properties. The committee will first vote to approve the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Recommend adopting 2-year Secondary Suite Amnesty Policy (PLD43) for pre-existing suites
• Establish $100 registration fee and $50 per extra inspection for secondary suites
• Life safety inspection required covering egress, fire extinguisher, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, ceiling height
• Receive informational report on potential approval processes for accessory dwelling units on A1 zoned farmland properties
• Adoption of April 7, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes

VICTORIA DAY - Office Closed

Special Council - Regular

The District of Coldstream is meeting to adopt Bylaw No. 1877, 2026. This bylaw amends the 2026 tax rates established in Bylaw No. 1872, 2026.

• Adoption of District of Coldstream 2026 Tax Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 1877, 2026, Amendment No. 1

Council - Regular

The Coldstream Council will adopt the minutes from the April 27 meeting and consider two bylaws: a Parks and Public Spaces amendment that designates Westkal Beach as an on‑leash dog area, and a Tax Rates amendment that will be read three times and triggers a special council meeting on May 13 to adopt it. The council will also approve signage for the Protecting Kalamalka Lake delegation and receive reports on policing, mental‑health services, and a parkrun on the Okanagan Rail Trail.

• Amendment Bylaw No. 1874, 2026, Amendment No. 16 – dog regulations at Westkal Beach (first, second, third reading)
• Amendment Bylaw No. 1877, 2026, Amendment No. 1 – tax‑rate amendment (first, second, third reading) and schedule of a special council meeting on May 13
• Delegation – Protecting Kalamalka Lake: approval of signage and a zoning‑bylaw exemption for sponsor logos
• Vernon North Okanagan RCMP 1st Quarter 2026 Policing Report (information only)
• Parkrun on Okanagan Rail Trail – council support for continued events at Westkal trailhead

CANCELLED-Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for May 4, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2026.

Council - Regular

The Coldstream Council will adopt the 2026 Tax Rate Bylaw and accept the 2025 audited financial statements. It will approve an $8,500,000 temporary borrowing from the Municipal Finance Authority. The council will receive a report on second dwellings on Agricultural Land Reserve properties and direct preparation of related zoning and OCP amendments. A fire‑smart chipping initiative memo will also be received for information.

• Adopt District of Coldstream Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1872‑2026
• Approve $8,500,000 temporary borrowing from the Municipal Finance Authority
• Receive report on second dwellings on ALR properties and direct zoning/OCP amendment preparation
• Receive fire‑smart chipping initiative memorandum for filing
• Accept 2025 audited financial statements

CANCELLED - Committee of the Whole

Public Hearing

The District of Coldstream holds a public hearing on two zoning amendment bylaws. Bylaw 1868 contains housekeeping and updates to the Zoning Bylaw. Bylaw 1869 rezones 12408 Coldstream Creek Road from Urban Multi-Unit Residential to a Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary Comprehensive Development Zone.

• Rezone 12408 Coldstream Creek Road to Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary CD-P1 zone
• Housekeeping amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 1838
• Public hearing notice published April 2 and 9, 2026 in Vernon Morning Star
• Written submission received from RDNO regarding Bylaw 1868

Council - Regular

The council will read a third time and adopt District of Coldstream Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1869, changing the property at 12408 Coldstream Creek Road from Urban Multi‑Unit Residential (R1) to Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary Comprehensive Development (CD‑P1). It will also conduct third readings of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1868 and the 2026 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1872, and approve a $34,000 expenditure for Kidston traffic calming measures.

• Rezoning of 12408 Coldstream Creek Rd via Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1869 (third reading and adoption)
• Third reading of District of Coldstream Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1868
• First, second, and third readings of District of Coldstream Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1872
• Authorization of up to $34,000 for two speed tables, a road‑level crosswalk, and a flashing pedestrian light on Kidston Road
• Adoption of March 23, 2026 council meeting minutes and public hearing report