Cranbrook public meetings in 2024
18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council is holding a public hearing regarding the St. Mary Neighbourhood Plan - East Side (Cabins in the Woods) involving OCP and zoning amendments. The meeting also includes discussions on a youth residential detox and treatment centre request and lagoon infrastructure funding.
- Public hearing for St. Mary Neighbourhood Plan - East Side (Cabins in the Woods)
- Resolution to request a residential youth detox and treatment centre from BC Ministers
- $375,000 budget transfer for Lagoon Dyke and Piping Upgrades - Phase 2
- Authorization for up to $761,345 in short term borrowing for lagoon upgrades
- Approval of 2023 Annual Report and 2023 Statement of Financial Information
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2025 budget process and seeking direction on tax levy increases. The meeting also includes a presentation on the final Recreation and Culture Service Review and an update on the 'Common Grounds' outdoor living space near Moir Park.
- 2025 Pre-budget Review covering departments from RCMP to Public Works
- Presentation of the Expedition Management Consulting Recreation and Culture Service Review
- Discussion on tax levy increase options for the 2025-2029 financial plan
- Update on the 'Common Grounds' temporary outdoor living space adjacent to Moir Park
Regular Council
Council will hold a public hearing regarding an Official Community Plan and Zoning amendment for 2000 8th Street North. The proposal seeks to change the land use from Highway Commercial to High Density Residential. Other business includes updates on homelessness, lagoon upgrades, and child care site selection.
- Public hearing for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 4158 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4159 (2000 8th Street North)
- Discussion of Cabins in the Woods - St. Mary Neighbourhood Plan
- Lagoon Dyke and Piping Upgrades - Phase 2 Funding report
- Interim update on the Cranbrook Task Force on Homelessness and Community Safety and Wellbeing
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4161 regarding Provincial Housing Legislation
Public Hearing
The City of Cranbrook held a public hearing regarding two proposed bylaw amendments for 2000 8th Street North. The amendments seek to change the land designation and zoning to allow for a 49-unit senior-specific multi-family dwelling. No public comments were made during the hearing.
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4158 (changing designation to High Density Residential)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4159 (changing zoning to R-6 High Density Residential)
- Proposed 49-unit senior-specific multi-family dwelling at 2000 8th Street North
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several bylaw amendments regarding ticketing, enforcement, and zoning. Discussions include childcare site selection, transit operating agreements, and equipment financing for garbage trucks.
- Zoning amendment for 2000 8th St. N. from Highway Commercial to High Density Residential
- Multi-family development permit and site variance for 28 11th Street S
- Equipment financing for the acquisition of mechanized garbage trucks
- 2024/2025 Annual Operating Agreement for conventional and custom transit systems
- Childcare New Spaces site selection report
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several bylaws including 2024 tax rates and water/sewer connection charges. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and the 2025 budget direction.
- Cranbrook 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 4151, 2024
- Water Connection Charge Bylaw No. 4149, 2024
- Sanitary Sewer Connection Charge Bylaw No. 4150, 2024
- Water Frontage Tax Amendment Bylaw No. 4152, 2024
- Sewer Frontage Tax Amendment Bylaw No. 4153, 2024
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole reviewed provincial housing changes including Bill 44, 46, and 47. Staff presented how these bills impact local zoning, density, and cost recovery tools. The Committee also received an update from the Cranbrook Housing Task Force regarding their strategy to address community housing needs.
- Bill 44: Increases unit density for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) as of right
- Bill 46: Expands Development Cost Charges and introduces Amenity Cost Charges (ACC)
- Bill 47: Discussed transit-oriented development (not currently applicable to Cranbrook)
- Proposed zoning updates for R-1, R-3, and R-3A zones
- Housing Task Force estimate of 1,415 units needed by 2031
Regular Council
The Council will consider several bylaws regarding municipal taxation, water and sewer connection charges, and ticketing systems. They will also receive a first quarter report from the Cranbrook RCMP.
- Cranbrook 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 4151, 2024
- Water Connection Charge Bylaw No. 4149, 2024
- Sanitary Sewer Connection Charge Bylaw No. 4150, 2024
- Municipal Ticketing Information System Amendment Bylaw No. 4147, 2024
- RCMP First Quarter 2024 Report
Regular Council
The Council will consider several new bylaws regarding outdoor water use, solid waste collection, and municipal ticketing. The meeting also includes discussions on asset management and the Highway 95A Integrated Planning Study.
- Outdoor Water Use and Regulation Bylaw No. 4144, 2024
- Solid Waste and Recycling Collection and Disposal Bylaw No. 4145, 2024
- Municipal Ticketing Information System Amendment Bylaw No. 4147, 2024
- Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 4148, 2024
- Highway 95A Integrated Planning Study
Regular Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding zoning and community plan amendments for 2400 30th Avenue S. Other business includes discussions on regional transit, homelessness, and new bylaws for water use and solid waste.
- Public hearing for Official Community Plan and Zoning Amendment Bylaws 4139 and 4140
- Proposed Outdoor Water Use and Regulation Bylaw No. 4144
- Proposed Solid Waste and Recycling Collection and Disposal Bylaw No. 4145
- Regional Transit Study Final Report
- Gold Creek Dam Reconstruction report
Public Hearing
The City of Cranbrook held a public hearing regarding two proposed bylaws to change the designation of 2400 30th Avenue North from low density to high density. The proposal includes three apartment complexes, seniors housing, and a daycare center. Multiple residents spoke in opposition to the density change, while the developer spoke in favor.
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4139, 2024
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4140, 2024
- Proposed development of three high density multiple family apartment complexes
- Proposed inclusion of seniors housing and a daycare center at 2400 30th Avenue North
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several bylaw amendments related to zoning and the Official Community Plan. Discussions also include a master plan for Westlawn Cemetery and a pilot program for electric kick scooters.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4140, 2024 for 2400 30th Avenue N
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4141, 2024 (Cabins in the Woods)
- Airport Parking and Business Control Amendment Bylaw No. 4138, 2024 adoption
- Westlawn Cemetery Master Plan presentation
- Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Program report
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several bylaws including revenue borrowing and airport parking. They are also discussing the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and receiving updates from the RCMP regarding 2024 priorities.
- 2024 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 4137, 2024
- Airport Parking and Business Control Amendment Bylaw No. 4138, 2024
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4139, 2024 (2400 30th Avenue N)
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4141, 2024 (St. Mary Neighbourhood Plan)
- RCMP Annual Update presentation
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing the Cranbrook Recreation and Culture Service Review. Expedition Management Consulting Ltd. presented an engagement plan to identify ways to deliver services more effectively and efficiently.
- Cranbrook Recreation and Culture Service Review engagement session
- Public survey open until March 1
- Community input workshops scheduled for February 21 and February 27
- Review includes staffing, fees and charges, and special event delivery analysis
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several bylaws, including a five-year financial plan and water/sewer service establishment for South Hill. The meeting also includes discussions on development variance requests and regional planning agreements.
- Five Year Financial Plan (2024 to 2028) Bylaw No. 4136, 2024
- Water and Sanitary Sewer South Hill Local Area Service Establishment Bylaw No. 4105, 2023
- Loan Authorization Bylaw (Water and Sanitary Sewer South Hill) No. 4106, 2023
- 2024 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 4137, 2024
- Development Variance Request for 1700 4th Avenue South
Regular Council
Council will consider the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw and hold a public hearing regarding an application to exclude 1200 Kootenay Street North from the Agricultural Land Reserve. The meeting also includes discussions on an artificial intelligence policy and a municipal participation agreement with RDEK.
- Public hearing for ALR exclusion at 1200 Kootenay Street North
- Five Year Financial Plan (2024 to 2028) Bylaw No. 4136, 2024
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy No. 40-904
- RDEK Electoral Area Planning - Municipal Participation Agreement 2024-2028
- Resolution regarding encampment costs
Special Council
Council is reviewing the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and a request to increase the fire engine replacement budget. The meeting also addresses new funding from the Ministry of Housing for legislative requirements.
- Budget amendment to increase replacement Fire Engine cost from $1,000,000 to $1,312,000
- Proposed addition of $248,235 for Ministry of Housing Capacity Funding projects
- Review of the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan including an 8.32% final 2024 tax levy increase
- Approval of $9,975,000 for RCMP Building Design and Renovation
- Planned $3,000,000 internal borrowing for Memorial Arena roof repairs
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and discussing various administrative updates. Key actions include the adoption of zoning amendments for 1504 4th Street S and 2001 Industrial Road 2, as well as new bylaws for water, sewer, and solid waste services.
- Zoning amendment for 1504 4th Street S (Bylaw 4128/23 and 4129/23)
- Zoning amendment for 2001 Industrial Road 2 to permit a solar energy device (Bylaw 4131/23)
- Water and Sanitary Sewer South Hill Local Area Service Establishment Bylaw No. 4105, 2023
- Sanitary Sewer Rates Bylaw No. 4133, 2023
- Solid Waste and Recycling Collection and Disposal Amendment Bylaw No. 4132, 2023