Golden public meetings in 2025
41 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will consider adopting minutes from its November 18 and 19, 2025 meetings and then discuss the draft 2026-2030 operating budget, with a focus on water, sewer, waste and recycling services. The committee may recess to December 18 if further discussion is needed.
- Adoption of minutes from November 18 and 19, 2025 meetings
- Discussion of draft 2026-2030 operating budget introduction
- Focus on water, sewer, waste and recycling services
- Possible recess to December 18, 2025 if agenda items require further discussion
Public Hearing
This public hearing will receive input on proposed bylaws to amend the Official Community Plan and zoning for 1551 Bowle Evans Drive (the Sevens) to allow short-term rentals without the owner living on-site, currently permitted only in some commercial zones and the Canyon Ridge subdivision. The developer seeks to increase the unit count from 34 to ~42, contingent on funding utility upgrades.
- Bylaw No. 1506 amends the OCP to add the Sevens property to the Canyon Ridge policy allowing STRs without a home-based operator.
- Bylaw No. 1507 rezones the property from R4 High-Density Residential to R4-STR (Short Term Rental).
- Over 60 written submissions from residents are included in the agenda for council consideration.
- The developer’s proposal is linked to funding upgrades to the Southeast Booster Station for the Selkirk Hill area.
Regular Council
Council will consider two late items: Development Variance Permit DVP2025-04 for 1410 Golden View Road and Development Variance Permit DVP2025-05 for 1401 Lafontaine. A grant application for the Confluence to Confluence Initiative (C2Ci) Swim Drink Fish program will also be reviewed. The meeting includes a presentation on extending the Kicking Horse Culture cultural services agreement with a $60,000 contribution. Several bylaws, including water and sewer system rate regulations, will be adopted.
- Development Variance Permit – 1410 Golden View DVP2025-04
- Development Variance Permit – 1401 Lafontaine DVP2025-05
- Confluence to Confluence Initiative (C2Ci) Swim Drink Fish Grant Application
- Kicking Horse Culture Cultural Services Agreement Extension with $60,000 contribution
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1504, 2026 Water System Rates and Bylaw No. 1505, 2026 Sanitary Sewer Collection Rates
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will consider adopting updated municipal goals and objectives, approving a $207,330 contract for the Golden Seniors Community Centre re-roofing, and giving second and third readings to bylaws for 2026 water and sewer rate changes.
- Golden Seniors Community Centre re-roofing contract award ($207,330)
- 2026 Water System Rates and Regulations Bylaw (Bylaw No. 1504)
- 2026 Sanitary Sewer Collection Rates and Regulations Bylaw (Bylaw No. 1505)
- Updated Municipal Goals & Objectives
- BC Air Access Program funding application for Golden Municipal Airport
Standing Committee on Finance
This is a continuation of the Standing Committee on Finance meeting from the previous day. The agenda includes no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting is purely procedural.
Standing Committee on Finance
The Open Standing Committee on Finance will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. It will hear the Chief Financial Officer’s introduction of the draft 2026‑2030 Capital Projects Budget. The committee will consider a recommendation to award a contract to Kendrick Equipment Ltd. for a combination jet/vac sewer cleaner truck costing $754,800 plus taxes, and to increase the project budget by $210,000 from the Equipment Capital Reserve.
- Adopt meeting agenda for November 18, 2025
- Adopt minutes of the November 4, 2025 finance committee meeting
- CFO presents draft 2026‑2030 Capital Projects Budget
- Recommend contract to Kendrick Equipment Ltd. for a sewer cleaner truck at $754,800 plus taxes
- Recommend adding $210,000 to the project budget from the Equipment Capital Reserve
Regular Council
This meeting includes a late item proposing first reading and public hearing for OCP and zoning amendments to allow short-term rentals without owner occupancy at the Sevens development on Bowle Evans Drive. Council will also award a $754,800 contract for a sewer cleaner truck and consider updates to water and sewer rates for 2026. Other items include a proposed off-leash dog area map for Keith King Memorial Park and a development variance permit for BC Housing at 805-809 11th Ave S.
- First reading and public hearing proposed for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1506 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1507 to permit short-term rentals at Sevens development (1551 Bowle Evans Drive)
- Award $754,800 contract to Kendrick Equipment Ltd. for combination jet/vac sewer cleaner truck, with $210,000 budget increase from Equipment Capital Reserve
- Consideration of 2026 water and sanitary sewer rates (Bylaws No. 1504 and 1505) for first, second, and third readings
- Proposed on-leash/off-leash area map for Keith King Memorial Park and Disc Golf Course as part of Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw
- Authorization of Development Variance Permit DVP2025-03 for BC Housing at 805-809 11th Ave S
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will review the introduction to the 2026-2030 five-year financial plan and approve a preliminary schedule of meetings for the budget process. The committee will also adopt the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting.
- Adoption of July 15, 2025 Standing Committee on Finance minutes
- Introduction to 2026-2030 five-year financial plan presentation
- Proposed Standing Committee on Finance schedule for November and December 2025
Regular Council
The Regular Open Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear presentations from WildSafeBC and the Confluence to Confluence Initiative, and consider three major items: a $400,000 grant request to continue the FireSmart program, a $200,000 Economic Opportunity Fund request for a swimming‑pool study, and a zoning amendment (Bylaw No. 1499) for the Horsfall property at 837 Park Drive. The meeting will also recess to a closed session to discuss the human‑resources budget.
- FireSmart Program Continuation – request up to $400,000 grant from UBCM CRI
- Golden Swimming Pool Study – $200,000 EOF funding request to CSRD
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1499 – Horsfall property (837 Park Drive)
- WildSafeBC year‑end report presentation
- Confluence to Confluence Initiative presentation seeking grant support
Regular Council
Council will consider adopting Bylaw No. 1503 for 2026 permissive tax exemptions, approving a $44,625 grant application for a long-term financial plan for asset management, and front-ending the 12th St. S lift station capacity increase project. The agenda also includes informational correspondence and a closed session for a human resources update.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1503, 2025 Town of Golden 2026 Permissive Tax Exemptions
- Approval of UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund grant application of $44,625 for Long-term Financial Plan for Asset Management
- Front-ending the 12th St. S Lift Station Pumps and Pipes Capacity Increase Project, to be included in 2026 budget
- Informational correspondence includes letters on Horsfall Bylaw and Variance Permit, BC Housing Proposal, Parks Canada multispecies action plans, and Bill 15 engagement
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(c) of Community Charter for Human Resources Update
Regular Council
The council will give first, second, and third readings to Bylaw No. 1503 for 2026 permissive tax exemptions. It will also conduct second and third readings of Bylaw No. 1499 amending the Horsfall zoning. Additional items include receiving the Resort Development Strategy 2025‑2027, reviewing a request to place recycling bins for high‑school sports programs, and directing staff on next steps for the outdoor swimming pool.
- Receive the Resort Development Strategy 2025‑2027
- Approve or deny placement of recycling bins for high‑school sports programs at public recreation facilities and open spaces
- Direct staff to proceed with public notice for BC Housing Development Variance Permit (DVP 2025‑03) on Lots 9‑13, Block 4, Section 12, Township 27, Range 22, West of the 5th Meridian
- Direct staff to inform the Province that the application to purchase Lot 1 NEP18094 (PID 012‑497‑533) is withdrawn (Bears Paw Heights Phase 6)
- Direct staff to initiate a co‑funded consultant study and issue a Request for Expression of Interest for expanding or upgrading the outdoor swimming pool
Regular Council
Council will consider a $570,000 amendment to the 2026 capital budget to fund continuous disinfection of Well 7 water. The council will receive and adopt in principle the 2025 Housing Needs Report prepared by Urban Matters. A first reading will be given to Bylaw No. 1499, a zoning amendment for the Horsfall area. Council members will hear a presentation on Sinova Quartz quarry operations near Nicholson.
- Approve $570,000 budget amendment for Well 7 water disinfection (Capital Water Reserve)
- First reading of Bylaw No. 1499, 2025 Town of Golden Zoning Amendment – Horsfall
- Adopt in principle the 2025 Housing Needs Report
- Presentation by Sinova Quartz Vice President Chad Slee on quarry operations near Nicholson
- Adoption of the regular council meeting agenda and minutes from September 2 and 3, 2025
Special Open Council
The Special Open Council meeting is largely procedural, with the main action being a recess to a closed meeting under Section 90(1)(l) of the Community Charter to discuss a Strategic Plan Refresh. No public hearings, reports, or bylaw readings are scheduled in open session.
- Council will recess to closed meeting for Strategic Plan Refresh Discussion
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will consider several financial approvals, including a $75,000 capital budget amendment for a Fire Hall Enhancement Feasibility and Design Project and an application for up to $7 million from the UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund for fire hall enhancement. The council will also vote on amendments to the Corporate Sponsorship Policy, approve 2026 Permissive Tax Exemption applications, and adopt a $44,625 grant for the Long‑term Financial Plan for Asset Management along with a related $73,000 operating budget amendment.
- Approve $75,000 capital budget amendment for Fire Hall Enhancement Feasibility and Design Project (funded $36,000 from Building and Facility Reserve, $39,000 from Asset Renewal Reserve)
- Endorse application to UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund for up to $7 million for fire hall enhancement
- Adopt amended Council Corporate Sponsorship Policy
- Approve 2026 Permissive Tax Exemption applications and related bylaw development
- Approve $44,625 UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund grant and $73,000 operating budget amendment for Long‑term Financial Plan for Asset Management
Regular Council
Council will discuss annual funding and utility fee waivers for the Golden & District Historical Society. The meeting also includes decisions on solid waste pick-up schedules and a rezoning amendment for Horsfall.
- Proposed $59,000 annual funding for Golden & District Historical Society
- Decision on municipal utility fee waivers for the Museum and Archives
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1499, 2025 and Development Variance Permit 2025-01 for Horsfall
- Selection of a preferred varied solid waste pick-up schedule
- Review of the Council Corporate Sponsorship Policy
Special Open Council
The council will vote to approve the 2024 Statement of Financial Information report. A closed session will be held to discuss a refresh of the town's strategic plan. Other agenda items include adopting the meeting agenda, a report on the group benefits provider, and a public question period.
- Approve 2024 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) Report
- Report on Group Benefits Provider (report forthcoming)
- Closed meeting to discuss Strategic Plan Refresh
- Adopt meeting agenda
- Public question period on agenda items
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will discuss several financial reports, including a funding request from Golden Community Economic Development, a proposal from Local Food Matters for a Growers Collective Farm Hub, and a disbursement extension request from the Golden Food Bank. The committee will also review the Economic Opportunity Fund process with the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. No delegations or presentations are scheduled.
- Golden Community Economic Development funding request
- Local Food Matters - Growers Collective Farm Hub proposal
- Golden Food Bank disbursement extension request
- CSRD and Town of Golden discussion on Economic Opportunity Fund process
Regular Council
Council will decide on a new five-year lease for Weber Powder for about 2,300 square meters at the Golden airport at $2.87 per square meter. They will also discuss negotiating a land sale for Bears Paw Heights Phase 6 and consider a budget amendment to accept an $80,500 grant from Columbia Basin Trust for park and recreation upgrades. Other items include receiving correspondence on climate planning and public safety, and reviewing bylaw enforcement statistics.
- Approve a five-year lease (∼2,300 sq m, $2.87/sq m) to Weber Powder for Lot 6 at Golden airport, with a condition to contribute to 12th Street South Lift Station and sewer pipes
- Direct staff to continue negotiating a land sale proposal for Bears Paw Phase 6 on the south side of Spruce
- Authorize budget amendment for $80,500 CBT REACH grant: $32,500 for Keith King Memorial Park soccer covering paving stones, $48,000 for Rec-Plex lobby upgrades
- Receive external correspondence items including letters on Council's Climate Plan, UBCM resolution on Crown Grant Airports, and a request to discuss public safety
- Receive internal memorandum on Bylaw Enforcement Statistics for 2025 Q2
Regular Council
Council will receive presentations on floodplain mapping for the Columbia and Kicking Horse Rivers and on Okanagan Regional Library programs. They will vote on a $38,490 budget amendment for Emergency Operations Centre equipment funded by a UBCM grant, a Development Variance Permit for 1230 10th St S, a floodplain exemption for 527 9th Ave N, a two-week arena extension with a $30,000 budget increase, and direction to explore outdoor pool upgrades. Council will also discuss proposed changes to the Community Charter regarding closed meetings.
- $38,490 UBCM grant for Emergency Operations Centre equipment
- Development Variance Permit for lots 38-40 at 1230 10th St S
- Floodplain exemption for 527 9th Ave N under Bylaw 963
- Two-week extension of arena ice season with $30,000 budget increase
- Direction to explore options for outdoor pool facility upgrades or replacement
Regular Council
Council will hear a presentation from Golden Community Economic Development (CED) with an annual review and a funding request for 2025-2026. Staff recommend authorizing a three-year engineering services contract with ISL Engineering and Land Services Ltd., with an option to extend two years, and continuing annual renewals of the CPKC parking lot lease. Council will also adopt minutes and receive correspondence, including a Growers Collective Farm Hub location request and the 2024 Annual Drinking Water Report.
- Presentation and funding request from Golden Community Economic Development (CED) for 2025-2026
- Authorization of a three-year engineering services contract with ISL Engineering and Land Services Ltd., with an option to extend two years
- Direction to staff to continue annual renewals of the CPKC parking lot lease
- Receipt of correspondence including a request from Growers Collective Farm Hub Location
- Receipt of the 2024 Annual Drinking Water Report
Regular Council
Council will consider awarding a $295,200 construction contract to Terus Construction for 8th Avenue South Improvements, with authorization to spend the full $375,000 capital budget. Also up for decision is a $244,073 contract for cast-in-place pipe lining, a development variance permit for 1230 10th St S, and endorsement of a resolution supporting Emergency Support Services volunteers for the UBCM convention.
- 8th Avenue South Improvements – award contract to Terus Construction, $295,200
- Cast-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining – award contract to SCS Group, $244,073 plus GST
- Development Variance Permit for property at 1230 10th St S (Caldwell) – direct staff to proceed with public notice
- Endorse resolution on protections for Emergency Support Services (ESS) volunteers for UBCM 2025 convention
- CAO verbal update on operational matters
Special Open Council
This special open council meeting is primarily for the presentation of the Town of Golden's 2024 audited financial statements by BDO Canada LLP. No other substantive business is scheduled. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda and adjournment.
- Presentation of 2024 audited financial statements by BDO Canada LLP, including the audit report and financial statements for the Town and the Golden and District Recreation Centre.
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance is reviewing a presentation from Urban Systems regarding the update of the Development Cost Charges (DCC) Bylaw. The committee is discussing draft rate scenarios for infrastructure funding related to growth in transportation, water, sewer, drainage, and parks.
- Presentation by Urban Systems on DCC Bylaw Rate Review Part Two
- Proposed DCC rates for Low Density Residential: $88,699.00 total per unit/lot
- Proposed DCC rates for Medium Density Residential: $80,258.00 total per unit
- Proposed DCC rates for High Density Residential: $70,360.00 total per unit
- Proposed DCC rates for Commercial Accommodation: $48,975.00 total per room
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will approve a $3,450 contribution to the Create to Get Closer program and award the 2025 Pavement Patching Program to Terus Construction for up to $292,500, authorizing the full $325,000 budget. It will also adopt four bylaws covering freedom of information, reserve transfers, a five‑year financial plan, and tax rates. Additional items include routine correspondence, reports, and a strategic priorities review.
- Approve participation in and fund the Create to Get Closer program up to $3,450 via the Council Sponsorship Fund
- Award the 2025 Pavement Patching Program to Terus Construction, contract value up to $292,500 and authorize $325,000 budget
- Adopt Bylaw No. 1501 – Freedom of Information and Privacy Protection
- Adopt Bylaw No. 1500 – 2024 Reserve Transfers
- Adopt Bylaw No. 1498 – 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan and Bylaw No. 1502 – Tax Rates
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will receive a presentation from Urban Systems on a proposed Development-Related Off-Site Infrastructure Capital Cost Recovery Guide. The guide describes alternative tools for recovering costs of water, sewer, and transportation infrastructure needed for new development. The committee will also adopt minutes from the April 22 meeting.
- Presentation of Development-Related Infrastructure Funding Guidelines by Urban Systems
- Adoption of minutes from April 22, 2025 meeting
Special Open Council
This special meeting is called to consider one late item: giving first, second, and third readings to Bylaw No. 1502, which sets the 2025 property tax rates for all classes in Golden. The bylaw implements an 8.975% increase in municipal tax revenue compared to 2024, to $8,174,190, and adjusts class ratios (e.g., setting Light Industry and Commercial at the same rate, Recreational at 1.48). Council must adopt the bylaw before May 15 per the Community Charter.
- First, second, and third readings of Bylaw No. 1502, 2025 Town of Golden 2025 Tax Rates
- Proposed 2025 municipal tax rates: Residential $4.1949/$1,000, Commercial $10.8058, Utilities $40.0000, etc.
- 8.975% increase in budgeted municipal tax revenue from $7,501,009 (2024) to $8,174,190 (2025)
- Class 5 (Light Industry) ratio set to same as Class 6 (Commercial) at 2.5760; Class 8 (Recreational) ratio set to 1.48
- Regional District requisitions: CSRD $864,313 (10.95% decrease), Kootenay East Hospital District $728,995 (21.35% increase)
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will discuss tax rate setting and scenarios for 2025, following a previous meeting that reviewed BC Assessment data and proposed tax distribution options. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from the April 15 meeting and no other substantive reports or delegations.
- Tax rate setting discussion and scenarios (report by Chief Financial Officer)
- Adoption of minutes from April 15 meeting, which included detailed tax rate analysis
- No delegations or presentations scheduled
Special Open Council
This Special Open Council meeting has one main item: third reading of Bylaw No. 1498, the Town of Golden 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan. The plan outlines projected revenues and expenditures for five years, including property tax increases and capital spending. If approved, it will replace the current 2024-2028 plan.
- Third reading of Bylaw No. 1498 2025, Town of Golden 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan
- Plan projects total revenues of $18.76 million in 2025, rising to $18.51 million in 2029
- Property value taxes forecast to increase from $8.42 million in 2025 to $10.59 million in 2029
- Capital expenditures total $8.17 million in 2025, decreasing in later years
- Repeals previous 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1487
Regular Council
Council will give second reading to the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, adopt in principle water and sewer master plans, and award a $292,500 pavement patching contract. Additional items include readings on the 2024 Reserve Transfers Bylaw and a new Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw.
- Second reading of Bylaw No. 1498 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan
- Award 2025 Pavement Patching Program to Terus Construction for up to $292,500 (total budget $325,000)
- Adopt in principle 2025 Integrated Water Strategy and 2024 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan reports
- First, second, and third readings of Bylaw No. 1500 2024 Reserve Transfers (2024 reserve balances from $11.79M to $11.42M)
- First, second, and third readings of FOIPP Bylaw No. 1501 and adoption of Privacy Policy
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will meet to discuss tax rate setting and various financial scenarios. The meeting also includes the adoption of the agenda and minutes from the March 18, 2025, meeting.
- Tax rate setting discussion and scenarios
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will meet to discuss a proposed multi-year lease extension for the CP parking lot. The meeting includes a presentation from the Golden Disc Golf Association and a public dialogue session on the 2025-2029 Financial Plan.
- Proposed multi-year lease extension for the CP parking lot
- Presentation by Brad Herbert, president of the Golden Disc Golf Association
- Public dialogue session on the 2025-2029 Financial Plan
- Review of 2025 Columbia Basin Trust ReDi Grants Cycle results
- Correspondence regarding Vimy Ridge Parade and new tennis courts
Regular Council
Council will review and likely adopt the draft 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan, including capital and operating budgets from all departments. Key decisions include approving a $4,034,000 grant application to upgrade sanitary pipe on 5th Avenue South, and several recreation capital expenditures funded from reserve accounts. Council will also hear a presentation from the Trails Alliance and consider a one-year licence of occupation for the Golden Off-Road Motorcycle Association.
- Approve application to Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund for $4,034,000 to increase capacity of 600m of sanitary pipe on 5th Avenue South
- Adopt draft 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan including all departmental budgets, with amendments such as $10,000 increase to Sponsorships & Bursaries and $20,000 decrease to Performance Evaluation Process Development
- Approve recreation capital items: $28,000 for pool tarp and shade tent, $15,000 for Civic Centre Grand Hall lighting, $20,000 for Mount 7 Rec-Plex stage floor refinishing, $27,500 for Keith King Memorial Park covered spaces
- Re-issue one-year licence of occupation to Golden Off-Road Motorcycle Association for Town-owned land at Reflection Lake
- Direct staff to invite Golden Pride Society to present on a rainbow sidewalk request and to explore options for lands leased to Imperial Oil
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will meet to discuss the draft budget book and tax rates. The meeting includes the adoption of minutes from previous sessions held on March 4 and March 10, 2025.
- Draft Budget Book and Tax Rate discussion
- Adoption of March 4 and March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance is reviewing draft operational budgets for Economic Development Services, Transportation Services, General Government Services, and Transfers and Reserves for the 2025-2029 five-year financial plan. The committee will also consider adopting the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled.
- Draft Operational Budgets – Economic Development Services
- Draft Operational Budgets – Transportation Services
- Draft Operational Budgets – General Government Services
- Draft Operational Budgets – Transfers and Reserves
Standing Committee on Finance
The Open Standing Committee on Finance will adopt its agenda and minutes, then hear a presentation by the Chief Financial Officer on the operational budget covering General Government Services, Protective Services, Transportation Services, Planning and Development Services, and Economic Development Services. No formal decisions beyond the adoptions are listed for this meeting. The committee will then move to any new business before adjourning.
- Adoption of the March 4, 2025 meeting agenda
- Adoption of minutes from February 24‑27, 2025 meetings
- CFO presentation: Operational Budget Introduction and Discussion for multiple service segments
- Consideration of any new business items
- Adjournment of the meeting
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will meet to decide on the adoption of two bylaws regarding Civic Centre rates and lane closures. The meeting also includes a closed session to ratify a collective agreement with CUPE.
- Bylaw No. 1497, 2025 Town of Golden Civic Centre Rates for adoption
- Bylaw No. 1486, 2023 Town of Golden – Lane Closure for adoption
- Ratification of Collective Agreement with CUPE (Closed Meeting)
- Request for letter of support for BC Farmers market
- Invitation to raise Francophone flag
Standing Committee on Finance
The Standing Committee on Finance will hear a verbal/handout presentation on the operational budget from the Chief Financial Officer, and receive a presentation from Urban Systems on Development Cost Charges (DCC) including draft rates. The committee will also recess into a closed meeting to discuss collective bargaining and the human resources budget. Previous minutes from December 2024 are up for adoption.
- Verbal/handout presentation on 2025 operational budget covering all service segments (General Government, Protective, Transportation, etc.)
- Urban Systems presentation on Development Cost Charges (DCC) 101 – draft project and rates
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(c) for collective bargaining update and human resources budget
- Adoption of minutes from December 2 and 3, 2024 Standing Committee on Finance meetings
- Possible recess to reconvene February 25, 2025 if agenda items require further discussion
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will review presentations on sewage treatment and water studies. They are deciding on construction and surfacing contracts for racquet courts and the adoption of new civic centre rates.
- Proposed construction contract for racquet courts at Keith King Memorial Park to Gottler Bros. Trucking & Excavating Ltd for $422,550 plus GST
- Proposed sports court surfacing contract to Tomko Sports Systems Ltd for $30,400 plus GST
- First, Second, and Third reading of Bylaw No. 1497, 2025 Town of Golden Civic Centre Rates
- Presentation by Urban Systems on the Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrades Feasibility Study
- Presentation by Urban Systems on the Integrated Water Study
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will discuss two resolution proposals for the Association of Kootenay and Boundary Local Governments (AKBLG) convention. The body is also deciding on updates to official signing authority for council and staff.
- Proposed resolution to repeal the Tourist Accommodation (Assessment Relief) Act
- Proposed resolution for Protections and Support for Emergency Support Services (ESS) Volunteers
- Update to signing authority for Alysha Saville, Carolyn Brown, Chris Cochran, Jeremy Denegar, and Ron Oszust
- Presentation from Local Food Matters regarding projects and programs
- Closed meeting to discuss collective bargaining and legal matters
Regular Council
The Town of Golden Council will meet to decide on the adoption of Bylaw No. 1496, 2025 regarding waste management and collection services. The meeting also includes a notice of motion for an AKBLG/UBCM resolution proposal.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1496, 2025 Town of Golden Waste Management and Collection Services
- Notice of Motion from Councillor Routley regarding AKBLG/UBCM Resolution Proposal
- Closed meeting to appoint a new member to the ReDi Grant Local Selection Committee
- Review of correspondence from the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association
Regular Council
The Town of Golden's Regular Council meets to consider first, second, and third reading of Bylaw No. 1496, which would establish a new Waste Management and Collection Services Bylaw. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes, receipt of correspondence (including a $122,455 Community Works Fund payment and the WildSafe BC Annual Report), and a late item from the prior meeting regarding Kicking Horse Mountain Resort fire services.
- First, second, and third readings of Bylaw No. 1496, 2025 Town of Golden Waste Management and Collection Services Bylaw
- Correspondence: Community Works Fund payment of $122,455 received
- WildSafe BC Golden Annual Report 2024 received as informational item
- Action requested: Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence letter
- Minutes of December 17, 2024 meeting up for adoption