Cranbrook public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
Cranbrook City Council is considering a Remedial Action Order to require the demolition of the Knights Hall structure at 22 Briar Avenue NW. The building was damaged by a fire on December 19, 2023, and has been deemed a structural hazard at risk of collapse. If approved, the owner must complete the demolition by December 27, 2023.
- Remedial Action Order for the demolition of the Knights Hall building at 22 Briar Avenue NW
- Demolition deadline of December 27, 2023, if the order is approved
- Requirement for the owner to secure the site with fencing to protect public sidewalks and roads
Special Council
Council is meeting to adopt Bylaw No. 4134, which amends the city's five-year financial plan to reflect spending changes from 2023. These changes include adjustments for unexpected events and carry-forward projects. The amendments will not impact the 2023 tax levy.
- Lagoon Dyke and Piping Upgrades Phase 2: $5,571,000 (grant funded)
- Memorial Arena Roof repairs: $3,000,000 (internal borrowing)
- Childcare Space Planning: $150,000 (reserves)
- Southwood Heights Phase 1 Subdivision DCC project: $415,229
- City Hall Boiler emergency repairs: $87,033
Special Council
Council is considering several budget options for the design and renovation of the RCMP building. The meeting also includes the adoption of bylaws for solid waste fee changes and the establishment of a new reserve fund for provincial grants.
- Adoption of Solid Waste and Recycling Collection and Disposal Amendment Bylaw No. 4132, 2023
- Adoption of Growing Communities Fund Reserve Bylaw No. 4135, 2023
- Advance budget approval for RCMP Building Design and Renovation (Option 1: $2,625,000; Option 2: $9,975,000; or Option 3: $15,017,180)
- Proposed monthly solid waste collection fee increase from $7.00 to $8.50 starting January 1, 2024
- Discussion of the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan
Regular Council
The Council will consider several bylaw amendments regarding zoning and sewer rates. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and various municipal service updates.
- Public hearing for Official Community Plan and Zoning Amendment Bylaws at 1505 4th Street S
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4131 at 2001 Industrial Road 2
- Water and Sanitary Sewer South Hill Local Area Service establishment and loan bylaws
- Solid Waste and Recycling and Collection and Disposal Amendment Bylaw No. 4132
- Sanitary Sewer Rates Bylaw No. 4133 adoption
Regular Council
The Council will review several zoning bylaw amendments and a new sanitary sewer rates bylaw. The meeting also includes a delegation from Elevate Airports Inc. regarding the 2024 business plan for the Canadian Rockies International Airport.
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 4130 for 8th Street N. & Victoria Ave
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 4131 for 2001 Industrial Road 2
- Sanitary Sewer Rates Bylaw No. 4133, 2023
- Development Variance request for Wildstone Heights - Echo Field Road
- 2024 Business Plan and Green Investments in Aviation presentation
Special Council
Council is reviewing long-term financial strategies including utility funds, debt, reserves, and development cost charges. The meeting includes discussions on proposed water meter studies and sewer desludging maintenance projects.
- Proposed $60,000 budget for a universal water metering business case study
- Projected water utility user fees increasing from $762.00 (2023) to $852.00 (2028)
- Planned $4.5 million borrowing in 2025 for sewer Cells 2 & 3 desludging
- Proposed $644,167 annual reserve contribution starting in 2024 for sewer maintenance
- Review of the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and tax levy
Regular Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for 8th Street North. The meeting also includes discussions on the upcoming 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and reports on extreme weather response requirements.
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4130, 2023 (8th Street North)
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4128, 2023 (2nd Reading) for 1505 4th St. S.
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 4129, 2023 (1st and 2nd Reading) for 1505 4th St. S.
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 4130, 2023 (3rd Reading) for 8th Street N. & Victoria Ave
- Report on Extreme Weather Response Program Requirements
Public Hearing
The City of Cranbrook held a public hearing regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4130, 2023. The proposal seeks a site-specific amendment to the Mixed Commercial Residential Zone (C-4) to establish a minimum parcel size of 1800 sq.m for Lot 2 after subdivision. No public comments were provided during the hearing.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4130, 2023
- Proposed minimum parcel size of 1800 sq.m for Lot 2
- Subject property located on 8th Street North
Special Council
Council is reviewing the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan, including department presentations and capital project schedules. The meeting includes discussions on proposed property tax levy increases and various municipal service operating expenses.
- Proposed 8.63% municipal property tax increase for 2024
- Memorial Arena emergency repairs report
- Five-year financial plan decision packages including Housing Strategy and Downtown Parking Study
- Capital projects including Gold Creek Dam ($14,000,000) and Water Treatment Plant ($50,000,000)
- RCMP policing contract and transit discussions
Regular Council
The Council will consider several bylaws including an annual taxation exemption and amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. Discussions will also cover curbside collection in strata developments and temporary storage for Memorial Arena displacement.
- Annual Taxation Exemption Bylaw No. 4127, 2023 (Adoption)
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4128, 2023 at 1505 4th St. S. (1st Reading)
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 4130, 2023 at 8th Street N. & Victoria Avenue (1st and 2nd Reading)
- Delegation from BC Housing regarding affordable housing and shelter options
- Report on curbside collection services in strata developments
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from CitySpaces regarding an updated housing needs assessment. Staff will also present on the draft Official Community Plan (OCP) review, housing bylaws, and a recap of the Housing Accelerator Fund.
- CitySpaces presentation of Housing Needs Report Unit Need Estimate Update September 2023
- Staff presentation on draft OCP review and housing policy
- Discussion on Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) recap
Regular Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding Official Community Plan and Zoning Amendment Bylaws. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and various administrative reports.
- Public hearing for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 4124, 2023 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4125, 2023 (Oasis at the Dunes)
- First, second, and third readings of Annual Taxation Exemption Bylaw No. 4127, 2023
- Resolution regarding an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Policy
- Report on 2023/24 BC Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant
- Memorial Arena structural update and special events bookings report
Special Council
Council will review 21 applications from local non-profit organizations seeking financial support. The total grant budget is capped at $297,084, with $144,584 available for new applicants after existing commitments are met.
- 2024 Municipal Grant Program budget cap of $297,084
- Existing commitments totaling $152,500 including Key City Theatre ($120,000) and Canada Day Organizing Committee ($25,000)
- 21 new grant applications totaling $422,164
- Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child & Family Service Society application for $230,000
- Cranbrook & District Arts Council application for $30,000
Regular Council
The Council will review the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and receive direction for the 2024 budget. The agenda includes zoning amendments for Oasis at the Dunes and several permissive property tax exemptions.
- Oasis at the Dunes (Shadow Mountain East) zoning and OCP amendments
- Adoption of False Alarm Bylaw No. 4126, 2023
- 2024-2028 permissive tax exemption for Cranbrook Golf Club
- 2024 permissive property tax exemptions
- 2024 Budget direction to administration
Regular Council
The Council will discuss directions for the 2024 budget and review several infrastructure and housing reports. Items include funding for the Gold Creek Dam, senior housing requests, and daycare space updates.
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4124 (Oasis at the Dunes)
- False Alarm Bylaw No. 4126
- 2024 Budget Direction to Administration
- Gold Creek Dam Critical Infrastructure Funding
- Highway 95A Speed Reduction Request
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a Water System Asset Management Plan prepared by Urban Systems. The plan identifies risks to water supply assets and forecasts renewal costs for the next 20 years. The meeting also includes discussions on daycare spaces and a report from the CAO's office.
- Water System Asset Management Plan presentation by Urban Systems
- Forecasted $62,452,000 for water distribution system pipe replacement
- Forecasted $31,250,000 for major water supply asset renewal
- Staff Report regarding Daycare Spaces
- Correspondence from Key City Theatre regarding EDFest support
Special Council
Staff is seeking approval to expand the Cranbrook Conventional Transit System by adding one medium duty bus to improve service reliability. The proposal includes an estimated annual cost of $56,420, which would be funded by taxes starting in 2024.
- Proposal to add one medium duty bus to the transit fleet
- Estimated annual cost of $56,420 ($28,173 lease fee and $28,247 operating costs)
- Estimated $24,000 cost for August to December 2023 to be covered by the Local Transit Fund Reserve
- Report on Fire Department Jurisdictional Response
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several zoning and official community plan amendments for Parnaby Road and 28 11th Street S. The meeting also includes a delegation from BC Transit regarding proposed service and fare changes.
- Zoning and OCP amendments for Parnaby Road
- Zoning and OCP amendments for 28 11th Street S.
- Adoption of Camping Bylaw No. 4123, 2023
- BC Transit delegation regarding Fall Service Changes and Umo Fare Policy
- 6th Street NW Concept Design Planning and Implementation Study
Regular Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendments for 28 11th Street S. The meeting also includes discussions on a new camping bylaw and the 2022 Annual Report.
- Public Hearing: Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4120, 2023 (28 11th Street S)
- Public Hearing: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 4121, 2023 (28 11th Street S)
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4118, 2023 (1005 Cranbrook Street N)
- First, second, and third readings of Camping Bylaw No. 4123, 2023
- Review of the 2022 Annual Report
Public Hearing
The City of Cranbrook held a public hearing regarding two proposed bylaw amendments for the property at 28 11th Street S. The proposals involve changing the Official Community Plan designation and the zoning designation to allow for medium density residential use. No public comments were received during the hearing.
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4120, 2023 (28 11th Street S)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4121, 2023 (28 11th Street S)
- Proposed change from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
- Proposed change from RD - Two Family Residential to R-5 - Medium Density Residential
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a draft policy and procedure for the Municipal Grant Program. The discussion focuses on establishing eligibility criteria, application processes, and scoring parameters for community grants. A final policy approval is proposed for the June 26, 2023, regular meeting.
- Discussion of draft Municipal Grant Program policy and procedure
- Review of eligibility criteria for non-profit organizations and community groups
- Proposed grant application deadline of August 31, 2023, for 2024 grants
- Discussion regarding a draft letter to School District No. 5
- Review of 2023 Council Committee appointments and strategic plan
Regular Council
The Council will review the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and discuss funding for wastewater treatment upgrades. The meeting includes a presentation on emergency operations roles and several bylaw readings.
- Lagoon and Wastewater Treatment Upgrades Phase 2 funding and timeline update
- Sanitary Sewer Source Control Amendment Bylaw No. 4119, 2023 (Adoption)
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4120, 2023 (2nd Reading)
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 4121, 2023 (1st and 2nd Reading) for 28 11th Street S.
- Balment Stairs Replacement report
Regular Council
The Council will hold a public hearing and consider a third reading for a zoning amendment to legalize an existing auto body shop use. Other items include discussions on sanitary sewer bylaws, transit operating agreements, and the acquisition of a portion of 30th Avenue North.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4118, 2023 (1005 Cranbrook Street N)
- Sanitary Sewer Source Control Amendment Bylaw No. 4119, 2023
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4120, 2023 (28 11th Street S)
- Renewal of Use of Rescue Vehicles Agreement 2023-2028
- Conventional and Custom Transit Systems 2023/2024 Annual Operating Agreement
Regular Council
The Council will consider the adoption of the Recreation and Culture Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 4116, 2023. Additionally, they will review a zoning amendment for 1005 Cranbrook Street N and discuss the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan.
- Adoption of Recreation and Culture Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 4116, 2023
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4118, 2023 for 1005 Cranbrook Street N
- Provincial Budget Summary presentation by Tom Shypitka, MLA
- Discussion of the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan
- Relocation of Council Meetings due to City Hall renovation
Special Council
The Special Council meeting includes a presentation of the 2022 audit report by BDO Canada, LLP. Council will also consider the adoption of the Cranbrook 2023 Tax Rates Bylaw 4117, 2023.
- Presentation of 2022 Audit Report by Harley Lee, BDO Canada, LLP
- Adoption of Cranbrook 2023 Tax Rates Bylaw 4117, 2023
- Review of 2022 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
Regular Council
The Council will consider adopting the 2023 tax rates and a five-year financial plan. They will also review proposed changes to recreation and culture fees and charges.
- Adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 4112 (CD-1 Wildstone)
- Adoption of Five Year Financial Plan (2023 to 2027) Bylaw No. 4114
- Recreation and Culture Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 4116 (1st, 2nd, 3rd Reading)
- Cranbrook 2023 Tax Rates Bylaw 4117 (1st, 2nd, 3rd Reading)
- Repairs for Curling Club Compressor #1
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing presentations for the 2023 Tourism Master Plan and the Downtown Revitalization Master Plan. The Tourism Master Plan outlines seven foundational areas for growth, including Ktunaxa cultural initiatives and infrastructure investments.
- Presentation of Tourism Master Plan 2023
- Presentation of Downtown Revitalization Master Plan
Regular Council
The Council will review proposed 2023 tax rates and the impacts of fare-free transit. They will also consider a new electric kick scooter pilot program and secondary suites implementation.
- Proposed 2023 City of Cranbrook Tax Rates
- Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Program resolution
- Secondary Suites Implementation Policy 36-01
- Temporary Borrowing Bylaw for Shadow Mountain Sanitary Sewer construction
- Five Year Financial Plan (2023 to 2027) Bylaw No. 4114, 2023
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a draft strategic plan that outlines the city's vision, mission, and values. The plan establishes long-term goals and high-priority tactics for the 2023-2024 period.
- Review of Draft Strategic Plan 2023-2026 (Version 2.5)
- High priority tactic: Develop and implement a Long-Term Community Housing Strategy
- High priority tactic: Explore ways to welcome new residents and businesses into Downtown
- High priority tactic: Integrate and implement Master Plans for operational efficiency
- High priority tactic: Ensure decision-making is driven by objective data
Regular Council
Council will discuss the 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan and several zoning and community plan amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding land use in the Wildstone area.
- Public hearing for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4111 (Wildstone)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4112 (Wildstone)
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4110 for 2813 23rd Street N
- Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 4113 for Shadow Mountain sanitary sewer construction
- Five Year Financial Plan (2023 to 2027) Bylaw No. 4114
Special Council
Council is reviewing a proposed five-year financial plan that includes a 5.87% property tax levy increase for 2023. The plan will be released for public comment from March 13 to March 24, 2023. Other items include budget approval for brine storage infrared heaters and an update on grants to not-for-profit organizations.
- 2023-2027 Proposed Five Year Financial Plan Summary
- Project PWO0257 - Brine Storage Infrared Heaters budget approval
- Grants to Not-For-Profit Organizations and Permissive Tax Exemptions update
- 5.87% projected general municipal property tax levy increase for 2023
- $130,000 in permanent funding added for Fire and Emergency Services
Regular Council
The Council will consider several zoning amendment bylaws and budget pre-approvals for the 2023 Capital Works Program. Discussions also include early budget approvals for an RCMP building renovation and a new snow blower.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4102, 2023 (511 Briar Avenue NW)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4104, 2023 (126 13th Ave S)
- Animal Control Amendment Bylaw No. 4107, 2023
- 2023 Capital Works Program Budget Pre-Approval
- RCMP Building Design and Renovation Early Budget Approval
Special Council
Council is discussing the proposed five-year financial plan, including a schedule of new funding requests and potential tax levy increases. The meeting includes reviews of infrastructure funding, fleet replacement, and various service expansions.
- 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan review
- Proposed $3,040,724 budget for RCMP Building Renovations
- Proposed $260,000 for two additional Fire Fighters
- Proposed $590,000 for EV Charging stations
- Proposed $50,000 for Community Housing Corporation study
Regular Council
The Council will hold public hearings regarding zoning amendments for 511 Briar Ave. NW and 126 13th Ave. S. Additionally, the meeting includes a delegation regarding the Cranbrook Tourism Master Plan and discussions on visitor information services.
- Public Hearing: Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4102, 2023 (511 Briar Ave. NW)
- Public Hearing: Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4104, 2023 (126 - 13th Ave. S)
- Delegation: Cranbrook Tourism Master Plan
- Adoption: Development Procedures and Delegation Amendment Bylaw No. 4101, 2023
- Discussion: Provision of Visitor Information Services for 2023 to 2027