Golden public meetings in 2023
31 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance met to review financial reports and previous minutes. The committee recommended that Council approve the Protective Services budget for inclusion in the Draft 2024-2028 Five-year Financial Plan Bylaw.
- Recommendation of the Protective Services budget for the Draft 2024-2028 Five-year Financial Plan Bylaw
Regular Council
The Golden Council is reviewing a proposed municipal tree protection policy and 2024 committee appointments. The meeting also includes discussions on housing initiatives and the authorization of a loan for a new fire engine.
- Proposed Municipal Tree Protection Policy adoption
- $810,000 loan authorization for Fire Engine 8
- $173,023 KKMP bike skills park donated asset inclusion
- Adoption of 2024 Council appointments to committees and boards
- Update on Golden Community Economic Development housing initiatives
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance is reviewing departmental budgets for inclusion in the Draft 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw. The committee will consider recommendations regarding Protective Services, Planning and Development, and Economic Development.
- Budget recommendation for Protective Services, Planning and Development, and Economic Development
- Inclusion of departmental budgets into the Draft 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will review a report from the Chief Financial Officer regarding budgets for water, sewer, and waste. Other agenda items are procedural.
- Budget report for water, sewer, and waste
Regular Council
Town of Golden Council will adopt its 2024 meeting schedule, committee appointments, and acting mayor rotation. Staff recommends extending the HVAC and plumbing maintenance contract for select municipal facilities for two years starting January 1, 2024. The agenda also includes reconsideration of prior resolutions regarding the Rec Plex Park Block and racquet court development, alongside a proposal to join the UNESCO Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities.
- Adopt the 2024 Regular Open Council meeting schedule, committee appointments, and acting mayor rotation.
- Authorize a two-year extension for the select municipal facilities HVAC and plumbing maintenance contract effective January 1, 2024.
- Reconsider resolutions #23-249 and #23-250 directing staff on Rec Plex Park Block parameters and racquet court development.
- Consider joining the UNESCO Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities per a proposal from Councillor Guyot.
- Receive presentations from the Golden Cycling Club and Calvin Beauchesne regarding the EV Car Share Program.
Regular Council
The Council will consider a budget amendment for the Seniors Centre portico and a contract award for campground operations. Additionally, several delegations are scheduled to present regarding local club grounds and newspaper ownership.
- Seniors Centre Portico: $201,300 donated asset and $2,341.80 budget shortfall reimbursement
- One-year contract award for Campground Operations to Whistlestop Outpost LTD
- Presentation by Golden Light Horse Club regarding grounds concerns and expansions
- Presentation by new owners of the Golden Star newspaper
- Resolution regarding provincial funding for Official Community Plan renewals
Regular Council
The Council will review a request for a floodplain exemption for the Brunner property and consider a new bylaw regarding lane closures for Save-On-Foods. Additionally, the Council is scheduled to adopt the Sanitary Sewer Collection Rates and Regulations Bylaw 1485, 2023.
- Bylaw 1486, 2023: Lane Closure for Save-On-Foods (First Reading)
- Floodplain Exemption Application: Brunner
- Bylaw 1485, 2023: Sanitary Sewer Collection Rates and Regulations (Adoption)
- WildSafeBC year-end report presentation
- Wildsight wildfire project update
Regular Council
The Council will consider amendments to the Sanitary Sewer Collection Rates and Regulations Bylaw. They are also reviewing a $122,500 budget for KKMP Playground enhancements. Additionally, a proposal was introduced regarding provincial short-term rental legislation.
- $122,500 capital project budget for KKMP Playground upgrades
- Proposed amendments to Sanitary Sewer Collection Rates and Regulations Bylaw
- $13,000 contract award for SE Admin Building furnace replacements
- Adoption of the 2024 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw
- Proposal to opt into new provincial short-term rental regulations
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will discuss the 2024 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw and hear a presentation regarding the Pickleball Expansion Project. The meeting also includes reviewing external correspondence and various staff reports.
- Pickleball Expansion Project presentation by Rachel Wilde, Mike Cantle, and Deb Kwiatek
- Town of Golden 2024 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1483, 2023 third reading
Regular Council
The Golden Council will review several infrastructure projects, including updates to the water distribution system and well drilling contracts. Staff will also be directed to submit an application for the federal Housing Accelerator Fund. The meeting includes the adoption of a new reserve establishment bylaw.
- Water Distribution System Study update valued at $135,000
- Kicking Horse River flood wall and dike upgrades ($235,000)
- Well 2 pump removal contract to Mearl’s Machine Works Ltd. for $8,500
- Well 7 drilling contract to Owen’s Drilling Ltd. for $134,792
- Housing Accelerator Fund application
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council is considering a bylaw to establish a Growing Communities Reserve Fund. They are also reviewing the 2024 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw.
- Growing Communities Reserve Fund Establishment Bylaw 1484, 2023
- $2,159,000 grant revenue from the Province of BC
- Town of Golden 2024 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1483, 2023
Regular Council
Council will consider authorizing an $85,000 update to the 2005 Sanitary Sewer Collection Master Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding advertising revenue at the Golden Arena and a review of the Golden Community Economic Development Q2 report.
- $85,000 update to the 2005 Sanitary Sewer Collection Master Plan
- Golden Rockets Jr. B Hockey presentation on arena advertising revenue
- Golden Community Economic Development Q2 2023 report and service renewal request
- Correspondence regarding The Sevens rezoning application
Regular Council
The meeting includes a proposal to secure funding for the Golden Municipal Airport runway repaving project. Council will also consider the sale of a lane to Jim Pattison Developments Ltd. and a zoning amendment for Desjardins. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Kicking Horse Bridge project.
- Funding request for Golden Municipal Airport runway repaving totaling $2,907,000
- Sale of a lane to Jim Pattison Developments Ltd. for $44,250
- Decision not to proceed with the Sevens STR C6 OCP rezoning application
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1481, 2023 regarding the Desjardins zoning amendment
- Update on the Kicking Horse Bridge project
Regular Council
The Council will review presentations regarding the Canyon to Confluence Initiative and Wildsight's Golden Youth Climate Corps. Additionally, they will consider a zoning amendment for Desjardins and a funding request for the Columbia Woodlot Association.
- Purchase of a 16-niche columbarium from Kootenay Monument Installations for $13,445 plus taxes
- Bylaw No. 1481, 2023 ToG Zoning Amendment - Desjardins second and third reading
- Columbia Woodlot Association application for a $57,984.00 feasibility study
- Proposed $12,000 contribution from the Economic Opportunity Fund to the Columbia Woodlot Association
- Review of the 2022 Annual Report and 2022 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) Report
Public Hearing
The Town of Golden is holding a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment to convert an existing duplex into up to four units at 1215 13th Street South. Additionally, the council will consider a Temporary Use Permit for staff accommodation at Prestige.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1481, 2023 (Desjardins) to allow conversion of duplex to up to four units at 1215 13th St S
- Temporary Use Permit for staff accommodation at Prestige
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several contract awards for public works, recreation, and planning. Items include a construction contract for Rec-Plex park pathways and a temporary use permit for staff accommodation.
- Public Works Re-roofing contract award to BF Roofing Ltd. for $69,900 plus tax
- Temporary Use Permit TUP 2023-01 for staff accommodation at 1022 11th Avenue North
- Rec-Plex Park Block Pathways and Courts contract award to Columbia Valley Contracting for $530,000 plus GST
- Budget adjustments for Rec-Plex park block including $170,000 for washrooms/lighting and $84,000 for landscaping
Special Open Council
The Town is seeking to establish a budget and identify funding sources for required airport runway repairs. While a $2 million provincial grant was approved, current tender bids exceed the initial budget, creating a projected funding deficiency.
- BCAAP Grant: $2,000,000 approved
- Required municipal contribution: $222,222
- Okanagan Aggregates Ltd. tender bid: $2,631,835
- Projected funding deficiency: $680,613
- Total funding to be secured: $902,835
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council is reviewing several public works contracts, including road reconstruction and equipment purchases. Additionally, the council will consider a zoning amendment for Desjardins and adopt the Golden Transportation Plan in principle.
- 8th Street South Reconstruction contract award to TYBO Contracting Ltd. for $363,610
- Fleet Light Truck Replacements award to Kicking Horse Ford Sales Ltd. for $109,998 plus tax
- Residential Curbside Refuse Bin Purchase contract award to Rollins Machinery Ltd. for $95,900
- Dike Improvements budget amendment of $90,000 from the Capital Road Reserve
- Mobile Trash Pump contract award to Golden Installations Ltd. for $34,443
Regular Council
The Golden Town Council will meet to adopt the 2023 Tax Rate Bylaw and review 2022 audited financial statements. The agenda also includes motions to allocate funds for a transit feasibility report, wildfire risk reduction, and a mountain biking economic study.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1480 (2023 Tax Rates)
- Presentation of 2022 Audited Financial Statements
- $5,000 motion for BC Transit Feasibility Report
- $10,000 motion for Wildfire Risk Reduction and Air Quality activities
- $15,000 motion for Golden Cycling Club Economic Impact Study
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council is reviewing the 2023 Tax Rate Bylaw for its first, second, and third readings. Additionally, council will consider a contract award for the Edelweiss Lift Station Replacement and several new motions regarding transit, wildfire risk, and cycling.
- Bylaw No. 1480: 2023 Tax Rate Bylaw
- Edelweiss Lift Station Replacement: $794,496 contract award to Marwest Industries Ltd.
- Bylaw No. 1477: 2023 Recreation Facility Fees Bylaw
- Bylaw No. 1479: 2023 Council Code of Conduct Bylaw
- Bylaw No. 1476: 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan
Regular Council
Council will consider a rezoning application for 1551 Bowle-Evans Drive to allow short term rentals. The meeting includes a proposed resolution to seek assurance that provincial services will be re-established following the Golden courthouse fire. Additionally, two bylaws regarding recreation fees and council conduct are up for reading.
- Rezoning/variance application for 1551 Bowle-Evans Drive (Short Term Rentals)
- Bylaw No. 1477, 2023 Recreation Facility Fees Bylaw (second and third reading)
- Bylaw No. 1479, 2023 Council Code of Conduct (third reading)
- Resolution to seek assurance for re-establishing provincial services after courthouse fire
- Budget options for audiovisual upgrades to record Council meetings
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will review various tax rate scenarios for 2023. The Chief Financial Officer is scheduled to provide a verbal presentation and handout regarding these scenarios.
- 2023 Tax rate scenarios presentation
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council is considering several bylaws including updates to recreation facility fees and a council code of conduct. Additionally, staff are proceeding with a public notice process for a development variance permit.
- Development Variance Permit for property at Lot 4, Block 12, Section 12 (11th ST S)
- Recreation Facility Fees Bylaw 1477, 2023 first reading
- Council Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 1479 2023 second reading
Special Open Council
The Town of Golden Council will receive a report regarding the Indoor Aquatic Centre. Darcy Mooney, Manager of Operations Management for the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, will provide an update on the project details.
- Update on the Indoor Aquatic Centre project
Standing Committee on Finance
The committee will review various 2023 tax rate scenarios presented by the Chief Financial Officer. This meeting includes a verbal report and a handout regarding these financial projections.
- 2023 Tax rate scenarios
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will consider the third reading of a five-year financial plan and discuss a proposed Council Code of Conduct. Additionally, representatives from Canadian Mountain Holidays will provide a status update on their presence in the area.
- Bylaw 1476: 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan (third reading)
- Proposed Bylaw 1479: Council Code of Conduct (discussion and feedback)
- Delegation: Calvin Beauchesne regarding a proposal to phase out fossil fuels
- Staff Report: Status update from Canadian Mountain Holidays
Special Open Council
Council will review a report summarizing resident feedback from the 2023 budget public consultation. The report highlights community priorities including roads, water services, and housing affordability. This input is intended to inform decisions regarding the 2023 budget and the 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan.
- Review of the 2023 Budget Public Consultation 'What We Heard' report
- Update on the 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan
Regular Council
The meeting includes discussions on applications for the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund. Council will also consider a new Council Code of Conduct bylaw and updates regarding well development operations.
- Funding application for Kicking Horse River flood wall and dike upgrades up to $1,955,000
- Funding application for a Water Distribution System Study up to $135,000
- Proposed Bylaw No. 1479 regarding Council Code of Conduct
- Direction to halt development at Well 6 to research a new site near Kicking Horse River
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1478, 2023 (Delegations of Authority)
Regular Council
The Golden Council will consider a new bylaw regarding the delegation of authority and changes to official roles. They will also review amendments to the corporate travel policy and discuss future recreation rates and fees. Additionally, staff may be authorized to begin tendering for improvements at the Rec Plex Park Block.
- Bylaw 1478, 2023 regarding Delegation of Authority
- Amendment to Corporate Business Travel and Expenses Policy
- Second reading of the 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan (Bylaw 1476)
- Public tendering for Rec Plex Park Block improvements
- Discussion paper on Recreation Rates and Fees Bylaw 1477
Regular Council
The Council will consider the first reading of the 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1476. The agenda also includes a recommendation to award a $1,049,690 construction contract for 2023 Capital Works. Additionally, staff will present reports regarding community economic development and childcare licensing.
- First reading of the 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1476
- Construction contract award to TYBO Contracting Ltd. for $1,049,690 plus GST
- Licence of occupation agreement for Francophone (CSF) Childcare
- Community Economic Development Report Q4 2022 presentation
Regular Council
The Golden Council is reviewing infrastructure projects and new local bylaws. This includes authorizing a tender for the Edelweiss Lift Station Replacement and adopting Bylaw 1475 2022. The agenda also covers correspondence regarding community funding and health updates.
- Contract award to TYBO Contracting Ltd. for $1,293,228 for Highway 1 improvements
- Authorization to proceed to tender for Edelweiss Lift Station Replacement
- Adoption of Bylaw 1475 2022 (Bylaw Notice and Adjudication System)
- Receipt of $110,538.17 Canada Community-Building Fund payment