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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
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   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider Cambria Gold Mines temporary use permit renewal",
   "summary": "The District of Stewart Regular Council meeting on August 10, 2026, will consider a temporary use permit renewal for Cambria Gold Mines Inc., receive the Stewart Community Connections Society's 2026 budget and 2025 annual report, and review visitor centre and campground statistics. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel and litigation matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/46380/Regular%20Council%20-%2010%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=281D1B4FC5F9403FBC88F6C0A97D8423",
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   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=438"
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   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=436"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "District of Stewart Council meeting on July 13, 2026",
   "summary": "Council will review several reports including the 2025 Annual Report and a financial summary from the CFO. Discussion items include a fee waiver request for the Portland Canal Education Society and a temporary use permit for the King Edward Hotel.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/46193/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=F753BF2D27B8481F87D6AA31E53E6C8F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=435"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=434"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on permissive tax exemption bylaw",
   "summary": "Council will consider adopting the Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1040 for 2026-2027, receive a quarterly update from Cambria Gold Mines, and review the 2025 Statement of Financial Information and Annual Report. A closed meeting is scheduled for personal information about a candidate for a municipal position.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/46022/Regular%20Council%20-%2008%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=A0E946FE2A234DC2B4CD28EC15CF9FD6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=432"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-25",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Council to discuss OCP amendments based on Northern Health feedback",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on proposed amendments to Stewart's Official Community Plan (OCP) and Zoning Bylaw, following a referral response from Northern Health. Staff recommend adding policies on collaborative housing, rental accommodations for workers, food security, air quality monitoring, and wildfire preparedness. Council will also consider further amendments on environmental preservation, wood heat, and youth/senior advisory roles.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/45885/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2025%20May%202026.pdf?handle=769DDF1DD63444B282513214F31E0F74",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=448"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-25",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider adopting Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw for 2026-2027",
   "summary": "Council will discuss and potentially adopt the Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw, which exempts certain properties from municipal taxes. They will also receive updates on action items, a request from Canadian Rangers to clean up the cemetery, and a CFO report on an MFA investment. The meeting includes a closed session for land acquisition and legal advice.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/45887/Regular%20Council%20-%2025%20May%202026.pdf?handle=5FE7C68D24DF482DA8F5596B9CBA68B8",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=433"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt 2026-2030 financial plan and tax rate bylaws",
   "summary": "The Stewart council will consider adopting the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2026 Tax Rate Bylaw. Delegations will update council on Scottie Resources' exploration activities and Ministry of Transportation matters. The meeting will also move into a closed session for personnel, land, and legal advice.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/45718/Regular%20Council%20-%2011%20May%202026.pdf?handle=28545D91DF564CCE8915129C6EB29D84",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=429"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will consider buying a new public works grader for up to $800,000",
   "summary": "The Stewart District Council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the April 13 meeting, and review the 2025 draft audited financial statements. Council will discuss a proposed harvest at Clements Lake/Bitter Creek and consider a recommendation to purchase a new grader for up to $800,000. The meeting also includes consideration of the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan bylaw (No. 1038) and the 2026 Tax Rate bylaw (No. 1039).",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/45517/Regular%20Council%20-%2027%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=79F9CF8974ED484DB9CF713EF71998DB",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=423"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw 1038",
   "summary": "The District of Stewart Council will adopt the agenda and approve minutes from previous meetings. It will receive reports on a grader purchase, the Sienna Networks project, and the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw 1038. The council will also hear a delegation request from Sam Zhang of Aggreko and a letter of support for a northern BC blood plasma donor centre.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/45357/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=CBC16A3F2F5C402586B23E0FF9678399",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=422"
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "CFO presents 2026 operational revenue and financial summary",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will hear a report from the Chief Financial Officer on the District of Stewart’s 2026 operational revenues and overall financial position. The report includes a revenue total of $7,586,252, a projected surplus of $450,602, and detailed breakdowns of taxes, grants, fees, and other revenues. It also outlines three taxation rate‑increase scenarios (2.5%, 3.0% and 3.5%) with estimated additional revenues of $112,256, $133,060 and $151,922 respectively. Asset and liability statements show cash and investments of $11,135,991, total liabilities of $1,848,512 and net financial assets of $10,628,814.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/44427/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2023%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=71E2D34444354F9C8E0E10FD26F49510",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=428"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss salmon habitat and closed meeting",
   "summary": "The District of Stewart Council will receive an informational update on the Meziadin River Watershed Salmon Habitat Conservation Plan and consider a motion to close part of the meeting to the public. Staff reports include projects for sewer repair, a long-term development plan amendment, and grant applications for economic development and community resiliency.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/44425/Regular%20Council%20-%2023%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=8D9E76AAE77849DC8E506670DBE5800C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=411"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-13",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to decide on renewing Destination BC Visitor Services funding",
   "summary": "The Stewart Council will consider several staff reports, including a $1,500 sponsorship for public skating, a $15,000 renewal of the Destination BC Visitor Services agreement, and a proposal to join the Alliance of Resource Communities. A motion will also be taken to hold part of the meeting in closed session under the Community Charter.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/44202/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=08FE617397204E0081CEBBD78080B84B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=425"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-13",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Council to consider a 4.18% ($233,513) increase to the 2026 operational budget",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will adopt its agenda, receive a report from the CAO, and review the 2026 operational expenditures budget. The budget proposes a 4.18% increase over 2025, driven mainly by higher wages, benefits, training, BCEHS recruitment, and council election costs. The meeting will also note the transfer to reserve figures and other service summaries.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/44198/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2013%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=77C5B6F1FB1E49E5AA56D0BB147129F5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=427"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Council will review the 2026 operational budget with a 4.18% increase",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will adopt its agenda, then review the District’s 2026 operational budget. The budget shows a 4.18% increase ($233,513) over 2025, driven by higher wages, benefits, training, BCEHS recruitment, and election costs. No motions on specific expenditures are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/44037/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2009%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=2C7583648AC947899B53029CA5014E7F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=424"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to renew Destination BC visitor services agreement",
   "summary": "The District of Stewart is set to vote on renewing a $15,000 annual agreement with Destination BC to fund the Stewart Visitor Centre for the 2026/2027 year. The agenda also includes a request to approve a $1,500 sponsorship from Seabridge/KSM Mining ULC for weekly public skate sessions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/44041/Regular%20Council%20-%2009%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=F2D02D11F9B8472C898CB2908A37FF7A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=410"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-23",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=409"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-09",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to hear proposal for wood-chip biomass district heating system",
   "summary": "The District of Stewart will consider a proposal from Peter Furlong regarding a centralized biomass heating network. Council will also review a report on the ParticipACTION Grant 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/43798/Regular%20Council%20-%2009%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=AEB0E83288C44D63A30E5049BC8E937C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=408"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-28",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider telecommunications tower replacement",
   "summary": "Council will consider a report from the CAO regarding the conclusion of a public consultation for a proposed 37-meter telecommunications tower at 524 6th Ave. The report details the consultation process and requests a building permit for the installation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/43710/Regular%20Council%20-%2028%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=4C301966509C4707A2D94A41D410B152",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=420"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-26",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt Log Handling Reserve Bylaw No. 1037, 2026",
   "summary": "The District of Stewart Council will consider several financial and regulatory actions, including the adoption of Log Handling Reserve Bylaw No. 1037, 2026. It will also approve a $100,000 budget amendment for Granduc Road improvements and transfer $124,202 of past log‑throughput revenues to a dedicated reserve. Additional items include renewing a three‑year lease for the Old Pool Building and recommending an $8,000 grant application to the Northern Development Initiative Trust.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/43598/Regular%20Council%20-%2026%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=66361A5A1832417EA11432806859FC28",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=406"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-15",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Stewart council reviews major facility repairs and possible new public works building",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will present the District's 2026 budget, including reserve fund balances and the debt repayment schedule. Council will discuss repair cost estimates for the pool ($945,000), Salt Shed ($362,000) and Rock Shop ($395,000) over the next three years. A proposal to combine these facilities into a new public works building will also be considered.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/43463/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2015%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=D49309DD78564337826A4999D3FA0994",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=418"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-15",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve grant application for bird‑viewing platform on Rainey Creek Trail",
   "summary": "The council will consider a recommendation to submit an Outdoor Recreation Fund of BC grant application to build a bird‑viewing platform with seating and interpretive signage at the pond on the Rainey Creek Municipal Trail. The project would be 50 % grant‑funded, with 90 % of any award paid at the start and the remaining 10 % on completion. If approved, the grant would be included in the district’s 2026 financial plan and the work must be finished by March 31 2027. The recommendation aligns with the district’s strategic plan for recreation and tourism and the official community plan’s goals for trail improvement and natural‑asset preservation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/43465/Special%20Council%20-%2015%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=C9FC3A114B944A18B88EB41B6EF9D71B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=419"
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  {
   "date": "2026-01-12",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider new Official Community Plan and Zoning bylaws",
   "summary": "The District of Stewart is reviewing updates to its Official Community Plan and Zoning bylaws. Council will also discuss budget amendments, lease renewals, and log handling reserves.",
   "agenda_url": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/document/43320/Regular%20Council%20-%2012%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=4D42E73411C1439B9A307E82C713C95C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://districtofstewart.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=404"
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