Clearwater public meetings in 2022
44 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
The District of Clearwater Council will meet to decide on insurance provider appointments and address budget matters for local trail projects. The meeting includes discussions on amending reserve fund bylaws and a proposed donation to the local foodbank.
- Park Drive Trails Project: request to cover up to $20,000 in cost overruns from Unrestricted Surplus
- Insurance Renewal: appointment of Municipal Insurance Association for liability ($21,908) and property/cyber ($90,546) coverage
- Clearwater River Trail Project: request to use up to $39,000 from Gas Tax to cover budget shortfall
- Bylaw 277: amendment to the District of Clearwater Reserve Funds Bylaw
- Bylaw 276: amendment to the Septage Disposal Regulation and Management Bylaw
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council will review the 2023 Financial Plan, approve a new Inter-Community Business License Bylaw, and receive the RCMP's second quarter report. Discussions also include extending the Strategic Plan and approving a $30,000 grant application for Indigenous cultural safety training.
- Adoption of Inter-Community Business License Bylaw No. 267
- $30,000 grant application for Indigenous Cultural Safety and Cultural Humility Training
- Approval of phase 1 of the Financial Plan Public Engagement Plan
- RCMP 2nd Quarter 2022-23 report covering 643 calls for service
- Amendment of the 2023 Financial Plan Schedule
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council will discuss updating the Trails Master Plan and extending the current Strategic Plan through 2023. The meeting also includes considerations for an inter-community business license bylaw and the 2023 Financial Plan.
- Update process for the Trails Master Plan
- Extension of the Strategic Plan - Priorities 2019-2022 to December 31, 2023
- Third reading of Inter-Community Business Licence Bylaw No. 267, 2022
- Appointment of Barry Banford to the Select Committee on Cemetery Operations
- Approval of phase 1 of the Financial Plan Public Engagement Plan
Regular Council (Inaugural)
The newly elected Council is meeting to swear in members and establish administrative structures. Key actions include appointing an Acting Mayor on a rotational basis and designating committee chairs for 2023.
- Appointment of Acting Mayor on a monthly rotation starting with Councillor Braaten
- Appointment of Thompson Nicola Regional District Director and Alternate
- Establishment of new committees including Trails Task Force and Cemetery Operations
- Appointment of Lynne Frizzle and Lyle Mackenzie to specific task forces and commissions
- Update of District signing authorities for Mayor Blackwell and Councillors Frizzle and Matheson
Special Council
The District of Clearwater Council is meeting to consider the adoption of Council Procedure Bylaw No. 268, 2022. This bylaw establishes the protocols and processes for Council and its committees to conduct business.
- Adoption of Council Procedure Bylaw No. 268, 2022
Special Council
The District of Clearwater Council will meet to discuss and potentially move the Council Procedure Bylaw No. 268, 2022, through its second and third readings. This special meeting follows a previous review where Council identified necessary changes to the draft.
- Second and third readings of Council Procedure Bylaw No. 268, 2022
- Proposed addition of 'Approving Officer' definition
- Requirement for staff reports when amending or repealing bylaws
- Adjustment of specific section counts in the procedure bylaw
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several grant applications for flood mitigation and fire department equipment. They are also considering multiple bylaw amendments regarding business licensing, highway standards, and tax exemptions for places of worship.
- Flood mitigation Grant Application for Extended Flood Mapping and Mitigation Plan
- UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant of up to $30,000 for fire equipment
- Appointment of BDO Canada LLP as 2022 External Auditor
- Inter-Community Business Licence Bylaw 2022 No. 267
- Permissive Tax Exemption for Places of Worship Bylaw 273, 2022
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee reviewed a draft survey regarding cemetery operations and discussed potential changes to cemetery adornment bylaws. The committee also reviewed proposed rules for acceptable, discouraged, and prohibited offerings at interment sites.
- Review of draft survey covering scattered gardens, memory plaque walls, and green burials
- Discussion of proposed Section 33.1 regarding acceptable, discouraged, and prohibited offerings
- Discussion of proposed Section 33.2 regarding the removal and storage of offerings
- Review of cemetery marker options from Falkland Monumentals
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council will discuss multiple bylaw amendments including tax exemptions and business licensing. The meeting also includes a review of a flood mitigation grant application and a development variance permit for 444 Clearwater Valley Road.
- Development Variance Permit DVP-21-03 for 444 Clearwater Valley Road
- Flood Mitigation Grant Application support and management
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw 272, 2022)
- Inter-Community Business Licence Bylaw No. 267, 2022
- Council Procedure Bylaw 268
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council will review the 2023 Financial Plan Schedule and consider options for a new Council Procedure Bylaw. The meeting also includes presentations regarding a proposed hockey training addition at the North Thompson Sportsplex.
- Review of 2023 Financial Plan Schedule
- Consideration of Draft Council Procedure Bylaw
- Presentation by CMHA regarding RapidShot addition at North Thompson Sportsplex
- Discussion of 2023-2027 Permissive Tax Exemptions
- Proposed amendment to Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw (Bylaw 272, 2022)
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee discussed creating a new section for upright and pillow markers near the exit fence. Members also reviewed recommendations for cemetery improvements, including new signage, benches, and fee adjustments.
- Proposed upright/pillow marker section for full burials
- Review of fees and charges, including potential winter burial and marker installation fees
- Recommendation to order and install a bench for the Grizzly side of the columbarium
- Proposed new pathway to link existing and new columbariums
- Request for guidance on using Care Fund for concrete plot repairs
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing a denied development variance permit for sewer expansion at 444 Clearwater Valley Road. Other business includes discussing Dutch Lake Beach line painting and adopting a new election official remuneration policy.
- Denial of Development Variance Permit DVP-21-03 for 444 Clearwater Valley Road
- Proposed $1,602.08 in-kind grant for Clearwater Slo-Pitch
- Adoption of Draft Election Official Remuneration Policy No 2203
- Discussion of Dutch Lake Beach line painting options
- Presentation by Valley Pride regarding 2023 festival vision
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council is reviewing several policy updates, including a new anti-racism policy and potential changes to meeting schedules. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects like Dutch Lake Rd line painting and the Cell 1 Phase 2 sludge drying bed project.
- Proposed adoption of the Anti-Racial Discrimination and Anti Racism Policy
- Approval of Option 1 design for line painting on Dutch Lake Rd
- Request for $100,000 in funding for the Cell 1 Phase 2 Sludge Drying Bed project
- Proposed 18% increase in daily rates for Election Officials
- Review of Council Procedure Bylaw regarding meeting start times and frequency
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee discussed potential cemetery improvements including green burials, scatter gardens, and upright marker sections. Members decided to create a public survey to gather input before formal consultation. The committee also reviewed the use of the Care Fund and the possibility of allowing cremations in full burial plots.
- Decision to create a public survey via Survey Monkey for cemetery input
- Discussion regarding dedicated sections for upright/pillow monuments
- Review of Care Fund rules regarding principal and interest usage
- Discussion on whether full burial plots should allow cremations
- Proposal to measure the grassy area near the exit and cremation plots for potential new plots
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee conducted an informal tour of Clearwater Riverview Cemetery to discuss maintenance and future planning. The committee discussed potential new columbarium designs, scattering gardens, and green burial options. Members also reviewed cemetery bylaws regarding adornments, headstones, and benches.
- Recommendation to bring scattering gardens to public consultation and council approval
- Recommendation to bring green burials to public consultation and council approval
- Discussion of purchasing a new columbarium to hold larger urns
- Review of Bylaw No. 78 regarding cemetery operations
- Discussion of maintenance issues including sunken concrete plots and headstone compliance
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Clearwater Cemetery Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt prior minutes, discuss a cemetery tour, and review Bylaw No. 78 governing the Clearwater Riverview Cemetery. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business with no decisions on new projects or spending listed.
- Review and discussion of Bylaw No. 78 CID Clearwater Riverview Cemetery
- Discussion of a cemetery tour
- Adoption of minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting
Special Council
This is a procedural special council meeting with no substantive decisions on the open agenda. The main actionable items are approving the agenda and moving into a closed (in camera) session to discuss personal information about an individual being considered for a municipal award or honour, or who has offered an anonymous gift.
- Approval of the 20 Jul 2022 Special Council Meeting agenda
- Motion to close the meeting to the public under Community Charter section 90(1)(b) to discuss personal information about a municipal award/honour nominee or anonymous gift offer
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Regular Council meeting on July 12, 2022, will consider adopting a noise control bylaw amendment, decide on a mural proposal at the Clearwater Skate Park, and receive updates from committees and staff. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and acknowledging the traditional territory.
- Adoption of Noise Control Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 266, 2022
- Decision on mural proposal at Clearwater Skate Park
- 2022 Parks Update from Parks, Recreation and Social Development Committee
- CAO Report for May 2022
- Correspondence on Trans Mountain Emergency Management Program
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee met to continue reviewing the cemetery bylaw, deferring several sections for legal review and further discussion. They also planned a site tour for August 9, 2022, to inform the bylaw review. The meeting was largely procedural, with no final decisions made.
- Deferred bylaw sections 32-38 pending legal review and tour
- Discussed adding wording to allow volleys at full military burials (section 39)
- Noted penalty for bylaw violation is $100; discussed municipal ticketing
- Planned cemetery tour for August 9, 2022
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council will consider several funding decisions, including a $2.7 million grant application for a sewer replacement project and a $112,000 grant for a stormwater management plan. They will also review a $30,000 SCADA configuration proposal, a noise control bylaw amendment, and various policy updates. The meeting includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving reports.
- Grant application up to $2,700,000 for Clearwater Siphon Replacement with Gravity Sewer project
- Grant application up to $112,000 for Integrated Stormwater Management Plan
- SCADA HMI configuration proposal up to $30,000 funded from surplus
- Noise Control Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 266, 2022 introduced and read
- Age-Friendly Communities Grant application for $14,820
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Clearwater Cemetery Advisory Committee met to review Bylaw No. 78 for the Riverview Cemetery, starting with Section 30. They discussed upright markers, garden areas for scattering remains, vault/liner materials, green burials, heritage sections, and non-resident fees. The committee aims to finish the bylaw review within three months, before elections, and will continue at the next meeting.
- Reviewed Bylaw No. 78, Section 30, covering upright markers and garden areas
- Discussed allowing green burials (no embalming, shroud or green casket)
- Discussed possibly taking garden area for scattering remains and upright markers to public consultation
- Discussed digitizing plot locations to help locate unmarked graves
- Planned cemetery tour for July 26, 2022, and public open house (date TBD)
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Regular Council meeting on June 7, 2022 will consider adopting Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 262 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 263 for the RZ-22-01 (Buis) application. Council will also review staff reports on a seasonal speed limit by Dutch Lake, a lagoon monitoring well, a grant-in-aid shortfall, and a Shareforce compactor purchase. The meeting includes adoption of prior minutes, committee reports, and a move to closed session for labour and property security matters.
- Adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 262 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 263 (RZ-22-01, Buis)
- Seasonal speed limit by Dutch Lake - staff report for decision
- Add groundwater monitoring well as 2022 capital project up to $30,000 from unrestricted surplus
- Approve $500 grant-in-aid budget shortfall from unrestricted surplus
- Authorize additional $4,900 for Shareforce Compactor from Backhoe purchase savings
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee discussed changes to Bylaw No. 78 for the Clearwater Riverview Cemetery, including wording updates, maintenance standards, and fees. They also decided to hold the next meeting in person and plan a cemetery tour. The meeting was routine, with no final decisions made on the bylaw changes.
- Reviewed Bylaw No. 78, starting with Section 23, including floral receptacle wording and maintenance standards
- Discussed adding a fee to the fees and charges bylaw for installing markers (Care Fund)
- Noted Sections 31 and 32 are missing from the unofficial consolidated bylaw, to be checked against original
- Next meeting set for June 14, 2022, in person at Council Chambers
- Planned a cemetery tour, possibly in the 4th week of June
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Regular Council meeting on May 17, 2022 includes a public hearing for rezoning application RZ-22-01, third reading of related OCP and zoning amendment bylaws, and a presentation of the Wells Gray Community Forest annual report. Council will also consider a partnership agreement with Interior Health, a development cost charge bylaw approach, and a $5,000 grant application for community signage. The agenda includes routine items like adoption of minutes and committee reports.
- Public hearing for RZ-22-01 rezoning application
- Third reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 262 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 263
- Partnership agreement with Interior Health Authority for Healthy Living Program
- Development Cost Charge Bylaw collection approach decision
- $5,000 Plan H Grant application for community connectedness signage
Public Hearing
The District of Clearwater is holding a public hearing to consider two bylaws that would rezone the southern portion of Lot 1, District Lot 1681, KDYD, Plan EPP113970 (230 Sunshine Valley Road) from Commercial and C-2 Service Commercial to Country Residential (CR-1) and update the Official Community Plan designation accordingly. The change is intended to align zoning with the new lot boundaries after a recent subdivision and the property's existing rural residential use. No written submissions had been received as of May 12, 2022.
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 262, 2022: changes land use designation from Commercial to Country Residential
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 263, 2022: rezones from C-2 Service Commercial to CR-1 Country Residential
- Property: 230 Sunshine Valley Road, 4.37 acres, owned by Catherine Buis
- Public notification completed: mailouts within 100m, two newspaper ads, development sign
- No written submissions received as of May 12, 2022
Special Council
At this special meeting, Clearwater Council will consider accepting the 2021 audited financial statements, awarding a $773,813.13 contract for trail construction, adopting the 2022 tax rates bylaw, and authorizing additional funds for backhoe procurement. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personal information about a potential municipal employee and annual report preparations.
- Award contract for Wells Gray Inn to Roundabout and Dutch Lake Subdivision Trails for $773,813.13
- Adopt Bylaw No. 265, 2022 (2022 Annual Tax Rates)
- Accept 2021 audited financial statements presented by BDO Canada LLP
- Authorize additional $8,230.20 from 2022 unrestricted surplus for backhoe procurement
- Move in camera to discuss personal information about a potential municipal employee
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Regular Council meeting on May 3, 2022, will consider adopting the 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw and introducing the 2022 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw. Council will also decide on a $176,105 backhoe purchase and participation in the BizPal program. The agenda includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and committee reports.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 264, 2022 (2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan)
- Introduction and readings of Bylaw No. 265, 2022 (2022 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw)
- Award of backhoe contract for $176,105 (Proposal A)
- Approval for CAO to sign BizPal program Letter of Intent
- Committee of the Whole meetings scheduled for May 3, June 7, and September 6, 2022
Regular Council
Clearwater Council will consider adopting the 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan, the Emergency Program Bylaw, and amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. They will also decide on a hand count for the 2022 general local election, a $500 grant to the Wells Gray Outdoors Club, and a bus stop relocation. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, committee reports, and correspondence.
- Adoption of 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 264
- Adoption of Emergency Program Bylaw No. 261
- Introduction of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 262 (BA 230 - Buis)
- Introduction of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 263
- Direct staff to conduct 2022 election as hand count; $500 Grant-in-Aid to Wells Gray Outdoors Club
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee is meeting to review and discuss Clearwater's Cemetery Bylaw No. 78, starting with Section #17, and to consider cemetery bylaws from Maple Ridge, Summerland, and Kelowna as examples. The agenda includes adopting the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The discussion is part of an ongoing effort to update the bylaw, with fees and charges handled separately.
- Review of Maple Ridge Cemetery Bylaw No. 7612-2020 (includes green burial provisions)
- Review of District of Summerland Bylaw No. 2012-016
- Review of City of Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery Bylaw No. 11664 (revised Nov 15, 2021)
- Discussion of Bylaw No. 78 CID Clearwater Riverview Cemetery, starting with Section #17
- Adoption of minutes from March 9, 2022 meeting
Community and Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee (Standing)
The Community and Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including confirming the list of projects in the Draft Development Cost Charge (DCC) Appendix and reviewing a power outage report with backup generator solutions. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes and items for future discussion such as fees review, roads strategy, and bylaw updates. The meeting is largely procedural, with the DCC project list being the main substantive decision.
- Confirm list of projects in Draft Development Cost Charge Appendix
- Review March 2022 power transmission circuit failure after-action report
- Discuss backup generator solutions for Well 1 & 3 Building and DLCC
- Adopt minutes from February 1, 2022 meeting
- Items for future discussion: fees review, roads strategy, trails maintenance
Joint Services Committee
The Joint Services Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including a Highway 5 crosswalk at Wells Gray Inn and BC Wildfire, plus reports on transit, economic development, and the North Thompson Sportsplex. New business includes a bylaw review, emergency response, and the 2023 budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being reports or discussions rather than final decisions.
- Highway 5 pedestrian crossing at Clearwater Village Road: ministry letter confirms pedestrian-activated overhead lighting design, work expected this summer
- BC Wildfire update
- North Thompson Sportsplex report
- Transit ridership data for Kamloops 2022
- TNRD Joint Services Committee Bylaw Review
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Regular Council meeting on April 5, 2022, will consider several recommendations, including approving the 2022-2026 Financial Plan with a 2.5% tax increase, funding an Economic Development Age Friendly Coordinator, purchasing fire department equipment, and selling a backhoe. Council will also introduce an Emergency Program Bylaw and appoint election officials for the October 2022 general local election.
- Approve 2022-2026 Financial Plan with 2.5% taxation increase over 2021
- Approve $10,000 budget for Economic Development Age Friendly Coordinator
- Approve $63,730.44 funding for Fire Department Structural Protection Unit Trailer
- Authorize sale of existing backhoe for $40,000 plus taxes
- Introduce Emergency Program Bylaw No. 261, 2022
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Regular Council meeting on March 15, 2022, will consider recommendations from the Government Operations Committee, including approving a $10,000 budget item for an Age Friendly Coordinator and directing staff to prepare the 2022-2026 Financial Plan bylaw with a 2.5% tax increase over 2021. Council will also receive a delegation from MLA Peter Milobar, discuss a policy update on COVID-19 safety, and consider a staff report on the October 2022 general local election. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being reports and routine approvals.
- Approve $10,000 budget item for Economic Development Age Friendly Coordinator in 2022-2026 Financial Plan
- Direct staff to prepare 2022-2026 Financial Plan bylaw with 2.5% tax increase over 2021
- Delegation from MLA Peter Milobar for provincial update
- Staff report on General Local Election scheduled for October 15, 2022
- Policy update on COVID-19 safety
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee will meet virtually to adopt the agenda and minutes, then review and discuss Bylaw No. 78 CID Clearwater Riverview Cemetery, which was carried over from the previous meeting. The committee will also review any comments from the last meeting. The agenda is mostly routine procedural items, with the bylaw discussion being the main substantive item.
- Review and discussion of Bylaw No. 78 CID Clearwater Riverview Cemetery
- Adoption of minutes from February 9, 2022 meeting
- Review of comments from last meeting
Regular Council
Clearwater Council will consider adopting the amended 2021-2025 Five Year Financial Plan (Bylaw No. 260) and a draft Emergency Management Bylaw, along with other routine items. The agenda includes reports on doctor recruitment, a rural health conference sponsorship, street light replacement, and the upcoming general local election. Council will also enter closed session for labour relations discussions.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 260, 2022, Amended 2021-2025 Five Year Financial Plan
- Draft Emergency Management Bylaw referred for legal review
- Staff directed to craft sponsorship application for 2022 BC Rural Health Conference
- Street light replacement staff report
- General Local Election October 15, 2022 staff report
Special Council
The District of Clearwater's Special Council meeting on February 22, 2022, will consider adopting an updated Interim Water Conservation Plan for 2022. The plan outlines nine initiatives to achieve a 1% annual water conservation target over 15 years, addressing high per-capita water use and infrastructure leaks. Adoption is required to qualify for provincial and federal infrastructure grants.
- Adoption of the Interim Water Conservation Plan 2022
- Plan targets 1% annual water conservation over 15 years
- Includes initiatives like leak detection, metering, and low-flow retrofits
- Plan needed for grant eligibility under Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program
- Council may also move into closed session (in camera)
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council is meeting to review and discuss the 2022 budget and five-year financial plan, including multiple capital business cases for public works, fire services, and other departments. Council will also consider adopting the updated Infrastructure Master Plan, an interim water conservation plan, and a grant application for sewer repairs. The meeting includes several recommendations for approval and direction to staff.
- 2022 Budget Program and Draft 2022-2026 Financial Plan
- Capital business cases: Public Works backhoe, bridge railing, crack seal, GIS software, yard expansion, water meters
- Capital business cases: Fire Services SPU trailer and TOG
- ICIP grant application for sewer siphon upgrade
- Bylaw No. 260, 2022: Amended 2021-2025 Five Year Financial Plan
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Cemetery Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss cemetery regulations, including definitions and the columbarium brochure, and to review Bylaw No. 78 for the Riverview Cemetery. They will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review and discussion of Bylaw No. 78 CID Clearwater Riverview Cemetery
- Discussion of definitions for cemetery regulations
- Review of columbarium brochure
- Adoption of minutes from January 12, 2022 meeting
Community and Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee (Standing)
The Community and Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially confirm the list of projects in the Draft Infrastructure Master Plan and the Draft Development Cost Charge Appendix. These documents determine which infrastructure projects will be funded through development cost charges on new development. The committee will also discuss a short-term rental bylaw and tourism relief funding grant.
- Draft Infrastructure Master Plan and Development Cost Charge Appendix project lists to be confirmed
- Development Cost Charge Bylaw update proposal with fee estimate of $19,000 from TRUE Consulting
- Short Term Rental Bylaw discussion
- Tourism Relief Funding Grant discussion
Regular Council
Council will decide whether to issue a Notice of Intent for a development variance permit that would waive the requirement to connect to the District's sanitary sewer system for a proposed subdivision at 444 Clearwater Valley Road. The agenda also includes approval of a new Purchasing Policy and a delegation from Yellowhead Community Services about Raise a Reader. The meeting includes routine adoption of minutes and reports.
- Development Variance Permit DVP-21-03 for 444 Clearwater Valley Road to waive sewer connection requirement
- Approval of Policy No. 2201 - Purchasing Policy
- Delegation from Yellowhead Community Services - Raise a Reader
- CAO Report - January 2022
- Emergency Management Project Charter Update
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Council is meeting to consider a proposed Development Cost Charge (DCC) bylaw update, review the 2022 budget and capital business cases, and decide on filing a notice on title for a property. They will also discuss revisions to the COVID-19 self-isolation policy, a website refresh, and the future of the Recruitment and Retention Committee. The agenda includes several recommendations for approval and referrals to committees.
- Proposed Notice on Title for District Lot B, Plan KAP22877, DL 1682 (Section 57 Community Charter)
- Draft DCC Bylaw update and Infrastructure Masterplan referred to committee
- 2022 budget with capital business cases (e.g., digital key boxes, audio-visual upgrades, fire services, parks)
- Website refresh: $4,725 plus taxes and $250 monthly maintenance
- Approve Linda Klassen as Director of Finance and signing authority
Cemetery Advisory Committee
The inaugural meeting of the Cemetery Advisory Committee will review its terms of reference, appoint member roles, and establish a meeting schedule. The committee will also review the cemetery fee schedule and bylaws, including a proposed columbarium fee structure, as part of its mandate to advise Council on cemetery operations and potential bylaw updates.
- Review of draft Terms of Reference for the Select Committee on Cemetery Operations
- Review of Bylaw 64, 2010 (Cemetery Fees Amendment) and Bylaw 78, 1978 (Riverview Cemetery)
- Discussion of columbarium fees: niche prices range from $360 to $450, plus care fund and opening/closing charges
- Appointment of Chair, Alternate Chair, Recorder, and Member roles
- Establishment of regular committee meeting schedule
Joint Services Committee
The District of Clearwater's Joint Services Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, and to receive reports on the North Thompson Sportsplex, transit ridership, and economic development. The committee will also discuss new business items, including Telus infrastructure plans for Upper Clearwater and Park Drive. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being reports and updates rather than decisions.
- North Thompson Sportsplex update: registration numbers similar to pre-COVID, but adult hockey affected by proof-of-vaccination requirement
- Transit: 2021 Valley Connector ridership totals 1,487, similar to 2020 which was down 38%
- Telus infrastructure plans for Upper Clearwater and Park Drive to be discussed
- Economic Development Officer verbal update
- Cemetery verbal update
Regular Council
The District of Clearwater Regular Council meeting on January 4, 2022, will consider routine approvals (agenda, minutes) and several staff reports. Key items include reviewing the 2022 operating budget templates, appointing an interim Director of Finance, and discussing a draft purchasing policy. The meeting also includes a closed session for preliminary negotiations on a municipal service.
- 2022 Operating Expenses Summary and Schedule A (with and without COVID) for review
- Appointment of Douglas Chapman as Interim Director of Finance; removal of Roxanne Shepherd from signing authority
- Draft Purchasing Policy referred for legal review, to return January 18, 2022
- April 5, 2022 Council meeting moved to Dutch Lake Community Centre Multipurpose Room (not available electronically)
- Firefighter Recruitment Survey Results and Winterfest 2022 staff reports