Coldstream public meetings in 2022

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole received a report from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the upcoming 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The report outlines the framework for establishing community priorities in areas such as housing, infrastructure, and climate adaptation.

• Introduction of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan process
• Review of core services including infrastructure, parks, and community safety
• Discussion of community themes: Housing, Recreation, Infrastructure, Climate Adaptation, and Communication

Public Hearing

The District of Coldstream is holding a public hearing regarding Bylaw No. 1811, 2022, to rezone a vacant lot from Residential Single Unit (R1) to Residential Single Unit with Secondary Suite (R1s). The proposal seeks to allow the construction of a new single-detached dwelling that includes a secondary suite of up to 90 m2.

• Rezoning of 8724 Braeburn Place from R1 to R1s
• Construction of a new single-detached dwelling with a secondary suite
• Bylaw No. 1811, 2022, Amendment No. 20

Council - Regular

Council will consider several items including a rezoning for a secondary suite and a request for temporary farm worker housing at 6765 Learmouth Road. The meeting also includes discussions on funding for sanitary sewer expansions and pier replacement at Kal Beach.

• Proposed temporary farm worker housing (5 mobile homes) at 6765 Learmouth Road
• Rezoning of 8724 Braeburn Place from R1 to R1s (Secondary Suite)
• Authorization of up to $347,500 from Road Reserve and $550,000 from Sanitary Sewer Surplus for Giles and Bel Air sewer expansion
• Approval of up to $500,000 for Kal Beach pier replacement using steel piles
• Approval of various 2023 Grant in Aid requests totaling over $45,000

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a recommendation to rescind the Council Technology Allowance (Policy MC13) to improve cybersecurity and device control. The Committee will also review 2023 Grant in Aid requests to recommend funding for the upcoming budget.

• Recommendation to rescind Policy MC13 (Council Technology Allowance)
• Discussion of 2023 Grant in Aid applications for budget inclusion
• Review of multi-factor authentication and device ownership options
• Comparison of District-owned iPads ($1,055) versus $175 annual cash allowance

Council - Regular

Council will consider a development permit for a 90 m2 garden suite on a heritage-designated lot. Staff recommend referring the application to the Advisory Planning Commission due to concerns regarding architectural character and heritage compatibility.

• Development Permit 22-009-DP for a garden suite at 7804 Kidston Road
• North Okanagan Secondary Dwelling Design Competition report
• Proposal to rescind Policy MC13-Council Technology Allowance

Council - Special

The District of Coldstream Council will hold a special meeting on November 26, 2022. The session includes a move to an in-camera meeting to discuss municipal objectives and progress reports for the annual report.

• Resolution to adjourn to in-camera meeting under Section 90(1)(l) of the Community Charter

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

The District of Coldstream Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for November 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2022.

Council - Regular

The Coldstream Council is reviewing a rezoning application to change a lot from Residential Single Unit to Residential Single Unit with Secondary Suite. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Q3 2022 policing report and recognition of former Councillors.

• Rezoning application for 8724 Braeburn Place (R1 to R1s)
• Vernon North Okanagan Detachment 3rd Quarter 2022 Policing Report
• Recognition of former Councillors Richard Enns and Glen Taylor
• October 2022 Building Report for information
• Cancellation of the November 21, 2022 Committee of the Whole meeting

Council - Regular - 07 Nov 2022 - Inaugural Council Meeting

The inaugural 2022-2026 Council meeting includes the swearing-in of the Mayor and Councillors. Council is considering the final adoption of a bylaw to borrow $8.5 million for a new Public Works building and existing building renovations.

• Bylaw 1808-2022: Authorization to borrow $8.5 million for a Public Works building and renovations
• Oath of office for Mayor-elect and Councillors-elect administered by Judge Jeremy Guild
• Appointment of Acting Mayors for the 2022-2026 term
• Appointment of Mayor Hoyte, Councillor Cochrane, and Councillor Garlick as signing authorities
• Receipt of 2022 General Local Elections Official Results and Ballot Summary

Council - Regular

The Council will review a sound analysis regarding pickleball play at Creekside Park and discuss potential relocation costs. Other business includes reviewing the Head of the Lake Plan and authorizing various grants and contributions.

• Pickleball sound analysis and potential relocation from Middleton Park to Creekside Park
• Head of the Lake Plan data analysis and 'What We Heard' report
• $26,085.08 grant application for fire department equipment
• $4,110.62 contribution to the City of Vernon for Okanagan Regional Library Sunday funding
• Parks and Public Spaces Amendment Bylaw No. 1812, 2022 (Park Fees)

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

The scheduled Committee of the Whole meeting for the District of Coldstream on October 3, 2022, has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

Council - Regular

Council will review the 2022 Coldstream Community Survey findings and consider bylaws to amend park fees and property tax exemptions. The meeting also includes recommendations regarding traffic infrastructure and wetland restoration.

• Parks and Public Spaces Amendment Bylaw No. 1812 (amending Park Fees)
• Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1813 for 2023 property tax exemptions
• 2022 Coldstream Community Survey detailed report presentation
• Fall Open-Air Burning period designation (October 15–30, 2022)
• Proposed roundabout for Kidston and Kalamalka Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing options to address sedimentation in Coldstream Creek. Staff recommends proceeding with a detailed design for a sediment basin and wetland restoration, with an estimated cost of $750,000 to be funded from Gas Tax Reserves.

• Proposed $750,000 sediment basin and wetland restoration project
• Discussion of three design options for the Lavington Wetland repairs
• Review of 2022 traffic counter information report
• Recommendation to bring traffic calming initiatives to the 2023 budgeting process
• Amendment Bylaw No. 1812, 2022, Amendment No. 12 regarding Park Fees

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to increase park user fees by 5.3% to align with the City of Vernon. They are also discussing a follow-up to the Coldstream Creek Sedimentation Study, which includes a recommendation for a $750,000 sediment basin and wetland restoration project.

• Proposed 5.3% increase to Park Fees (Amendment Bylaw No. 1812, 2022)
• Estimated $750,000 for Coldstream Creek sediment basin and wetland restoration
• Funding of creek project via Gas Tax Reserves
• Lavington Park repairs update

Council - Regular

The District of Coldstream Council will review a contract extension for Kalamalka Lake Beach food services and a second-quarter financial update. Additionally, Council will consider awarding a paving contract for Husband Road and appointing delegates for the Municipal Insurance Association BC.

• Paving contract award to Peters Brothers Construction LTD for Husband Road in the amount of $387,208.74 plus GST
• Contract extension for Food Services - Kalamalka Lake Beach to Kal Lake Food Services
• Review of the 2022-Q2 Financial Update report
• Appointment of Councillor Enns and Councillor Hoyte as MIABC voting delegates

CANCELLED-Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole meeting for the District of Coldstream, originally scheduled for August 15, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items were provided for this session.