Kamloops public meetings in 2021
65 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular
This is the agenda for the December 21, 2021, regular Council meeting. Council will consider adopting an anti-racism policy to replace the current Race Relations policy, extend the Noble Creek Irrigation System task force reporting deadline, and adopt two bylaws: a sanitary sewer amendment and the 2021 financial plan. The meeting also includes a delegation from the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce on business walks results and a request to schedule a closed meeting for January 11, 2022.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 32-82 (Sanitary Sewer Amendment)
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 16-325 (Financial Plan)
- Replace Race Relations policy with Anti-Racism policy (GGL-14)
- Extend Noble Creek Irrigation System report deadline to April 30, 2022
- Request for closed meeting on January 11, 2022
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including two liquor primary licence applications, multiple development permits, and a motion to study a wellness centre. The agenda also includes public hearings for zoning and Official Community Plan amendments, and routine administrative reports. The meeting is a regular council session with both decision-making and discussion items.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00593 for 2793 Sunset Drive
- Liquor licence support for 101-1550 Island Parkway (Kamloops Sports Council) and 1300 Summit Drive (Headhunters Enterprises Sahali Ltd)
- Development Permit DPM00827 for multiple properties on 5th Avenue, Battle Street, and Nicola Street, with $961,209 landscape security
- Development Permit DPM00837 for 325 Silver Stream Road, with $205,676 landscape security
- Motion to study feasibility of a wellness centre, possibly at Kamloops Ranch property
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider directing staff to proceed to Phase 2 engagement for the Parking Management Plan, which addresses parking issues in the Downtown and North Shore Tranquille corridor. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from the November 30 meeting and a closed session for labour, land, and service negotiations. The meeting is largely procedural, with the parking plan being the main substantive item.
- Direct staff to proceed to Phase 2 engagement for the Parking Management Plan
- Adopt minutes of the November 30, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), (e), (k) for labour, land, and service negotiations
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will consider recommending that Council review Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 10-37, 2012, focusing on fireworks sales/discharge and shipping container safety, and will receive reports on the Sandman Centre walking program, Safe and Secure Kamloops terms of reference, and RCMP Q3 statistics. It will also approve the 2022 meeting calendar and hold a closed session.
- Review of Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 10-37, 2012 regarding fireworks and shipping containers
- Receive Sandman Centre Concourse Walking Program memo
- Recommend support for Safe and Secure Kamloops Working Group and four Engagement Groups terms of reference
- Receive 2021 RCMP Third Quarter Statistics Report
- Approve 2022 committee meeting calendar (8 dates starting February 3, 2022)
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will receive updates on department safety successes, the curbside organic waste program, and the McArthur Island accessible playground, and will review utility service levels. It will also consider approving the 2022 meeting calendar and hold a closed session on potential litigation. Most items are for information only.
- Receive Civic Operations Department Safety Successes memo
- Receive Curbside Organic Waste Collection Program Update memo
- Receive verbal McArthur Island Accessible Playground Project update
- Receive Utility Services Division Service Levels Review memo
- Approve 2022 committee meeting calendar (March 7, June 13, Sept 26, Dec 12)
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to consider several land-use items, including a rezoning application for 229 Harper Road, a development permit for 255 Andover Crescent, and a development variance permit for 2793 Sunset Drive. They will also adopt bylaws for a road closure near 605 Porterfield Road and a housing agreement at 560 and 562 Tranquille Road. The agenda includes delegations from BCLC and Venture Kamloops, and a motion regarding RCMP contract policing costs.
- Rezoning application REZ00743 for 229 Harper Road
- Development permit DPM00836 for 255 Andover Crescent with $47,533 landscape security
- Development variance permit DVP00593 for 2793 Sunset Drive
- Adoption of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 5-3-52 for 560 and 562 Tranquille Road
- Motion on RCMP contract policing municipal cost increases
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider directing administration to prepare the 2022-2026 Five-Year Financial Plan bylaw, including allocations from COVID-19 Safe Restart funding and $200,000 for sidewalks. The 2022 capital budget is over $50 million, with major projects like Tranquille Phase III, Gateway Enhancement, and water membrane replacement. The meeting also includes adoption of prior minutes and a land acknowledgement.
- Allocate $2,122,900 from provincial COVID-19 Safe Restart funding to offset lost revenues and costs
- Allocate remaining COVID-19 Safe Restart funding to Gaming fund
- Allocate $200,000 in 2022 and 2023 from Infrastructure Funding Reserve for sidewalks program
- 2022 capital budget of $53.3 million, including $13.5M taxation-funded capital
- Major projects: Tranquille Phase III ($150K in 2022), Gateway Enhancement ($750K in 2022), Highland Drive ($2.085M in 2022)
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a request to move into a closed council meeting after the open session. The closed session is authorized under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) to discuss confidential information about negotiations between the municipality and provincial or federal governments, or with a third party. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other decisions or discussions listed.
- Request for closed council meeting under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) regarding intergovernmental negotiations
Community Relations and Administration Committee
The Community Relations and Administration Committee will consider recommending that Council replace the 1990 Race Relations policy (GGL-14) with a new Anti-Racism policy, and will receive updates on the 2022 Citizen Satisfaction Survey, Bill 26 changes, and external relations. The agenda also includes adopting minutes, approving the 2022 meeting calendar, and a closed meeting for preliminary municipal service negotiations.
- Recommendation to replace Council policy GGL-14 Race Relations with GGL-14 Anti-Racism
- 2022 Citizen Satisfaction Survey update
- Bill 26 upcoming changes affecting local governments
- Approval of 2022 committee meeting calendar (Feb 14, May 16, Sep 19, Nov 21)
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a short-term loan of up to $7.15 million for purchasing land for new affordable and market housing, development permits, liquor licence applications, and an OCP/zoning amendment for parks. The agenda also includes delegations from WildSafeBC and A Way Home Kamloops, and a request to schedule a closed meeting. Most items are recommendations for approval or direction.
- Short-term loan of up to $7,150,000 from Municipal Finance Authority for affordable and market housing land purchase
- Development Variance Permit DVP00621 and Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 5-3-52 for 560 and 562 Tranquille Road (social housing)
- Development Permit DPM00840 for 7900 Dallas Drive (landscape security $353,255)
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 46-14 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-1 for Riverside Park and all city parks (remove Convention or Civic Centre from P1 zone)
- Liquor primary licence applications for Kamloops Sports Council (101-1550 Island Parkway) and Headhunters Enterprises Sahali Ltd (1300 Summit Drive)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive an update on the Recreation Master Plan implementation and provide feedback on the 2022 provisional budget and 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan. The recreation update highlights infrastructure gaps and the need for new facilities, while the budget discussion will inform the November 30 meeting.
- Recreation Master Plan implementation update, including needs for new ice sheets, gymnasiums, indoor field space, and performing arts venue
- 2022 provisional budget and 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan for feedback
- Adoption of minutes from October 5, 2021 meeting
- Land acknowledgement and agenda approval
Regular
Council will consider adopting several bylaws, including the new Zoning Bylaw No. 55, and hold a public hearing on rezoning and OCP amendments for 1830 Qu'Appelle Boulevard and 2213 Coldwater Drive to allow a residential subdivision. It will also decide on a grant application for disaster mitigation projects and a development variance permit for 1265 Rogers Way.
- Adoption of Zoning Bylaw No. 55, 2021
- Public hearing on OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 46-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2967 (1830 Qu'Appelle Blvd and 2213 Coldwater Dr)
- Development Variance Permit DVP00616 for 1265 Rogers Way
- Application for Infrastructure Canada's Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund for Emergency Egress and Noble Creek Irrigation projects
- Road Closure Bylaw No. 18-404 (adjacent to 605 Porterfield Road)
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Kamloops Food Policy Council's poverty reduction work, third-quarter 2021 reports from Kamloops Fire Rescue and social/community development, and engagement group highlights. The committee will also vote on adopting previous minutes and approving the 2022 meeting calendar. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a proposed municipal service.
- Delegation from Kamloops Food Policy Council on poverty reduction efforts
- 2021 Q3 report: KFR dispatched to 5,674 incidents, a 62% increase from 2020
- 2021 Q3 report: Social and Community Development update
- 2021 Q3 report: Community Services Division update
- Approve 2022 committee meeting dates: March 10, June 9, Sept 8, Dec 8
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider adopting the September 13, 2021 minutes and approving the 2022 meeting calendar. They will receive information-only memos on late payment fees and penalties and on third-quarter 2021 procurement activities, including contracts over $500,000. A closed meeting is scheduled for negotiations under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k).
- Late payment fees: $25 business license, $32.50 dog, 2% monthly recreation, 12% annual water/sewer/solid waste, 10% property tax
- Procurement contract: Vallen Canada $950,000 for general and safety supplies (3 years + 2 one-year options)
- Direct awards: ICEsoft $15,000, One Touch Data $80,000, Arrow Transport $80,000
- 2022 Finance Committee meeting dates: Feb 28, Apr 11, Jun 27, Oct 24
- Closed meeting for municipal service negotiations
Regular
Council will consider several items including a new retail cannabis licence, a development variance, and a rezoning. They will also hear a delegation from the BC SPCA about cat overpopulation and vote on adopting multiple bylaws, including tax exemptions for places of worship and not-for-profits.
- Retail Cannabis Sales Licence Application No. CAN00025 for 161 6th Avenue
- Development Variance Permit No. DVP00615 for 2450 Sunset Drive
- Rezoning Application No. REZ00742 for 2728 Thompson Drive
- Development Permit No. DPM00832 for 1802 Versatile Drive (landscape security $52,812)
- Adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaws No. 22-2-152 and 22-2-153
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider directing staff to prepare 2022 utility rate bylaws, including a 2.5% sewer rate increase and no water rate increase, and to further engage stakeholders and the public on proposed EV-ready parking requirements for new developments. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from the August 17, 2021 meeting.
- Proposed 2.5% sewer rate increase for 2022, adding about $11 per household
- No water rate increase proposed for 2022; 1% increases planned for 2023-2026
- Solid waste rates already updated in May 2021; no additional changes for 2022
- Direct staff to engage industry and public on EV-ready parking requirements for new developments
- Adoption of August 17, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes
Regular
Kamloops City Council will consider issuing a three-year temporary use permit for a cannabis processing facility at 108-1383 McGill Road, with a public hearing and public submissions. The agenda also includes a closed meeting request, a fire debrief, an OCP amendment and rezoning for Qu'Appelle Boulevard and Coldwater Drive, a latecomer agreement for Rose Hill Road, a housing agreement for social housing at 501 Tranquille Road, and adoption of two bylaws.
- Temporary Use Permit TUP00060 for cannabis processing at 108-1383 McGill Road, three-year term with possible renewal
- Closed Council meeting scheduled for October 19, 2021, under Community Charter Sections 90
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 46-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2967 for 1830 Qu'Appelle Boulevard and 2213 Coldwater Drive
- Latecomer agreement with Noort Developments Ltd. for extended services at 1725 and 1910 Rose Hill Road
- Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 5-3-51 for social housing at 501 Tranquille Road
Regular
Council will hear a delegation from the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association requesting a 5-year renewal of its levy, and will vote on authorizing a bylaw for that renewal. Council will also decide on a $250,000 funding increase for the Riverside Park Flood Protection Project and choose among three options for park revitalization. Several bylaws are scheduled for readings, including a new Zoning Bylaw and permissive tax exemption bylaws, with a public hearing in the evening.
- 5-year renewal of Kamloops Central Business Improvement Area levy within existing boundary
- $250,000 funding increase for Riverside Park Flood Protection Project from capital contingency reserve
- Three options for Riverside Park revitalization: outdoor skating, spray park/washroom replacement, or spray park replacement with modified washroom
- Introduction of Film Permitting Bylaw No. 35-96
- Public hearing on Zoning Bylaw No. 55 and OCP amendments for intensive residential development and railway corridor policy
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will consider directing staff to share the Rayleigh and Karindale sanitary sewer servicing study results with residents who petitioned in 2019, host a public engagement session, and monitor for grants through 2024. It will also recommend that Council enter an agreement with the Community Energy Association to develop a program for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from complex buildings, and receive an update on the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan.
- Direct staff to share Rayleigh and Karindale sanitary sewer study results with 2019 petitioners and host a public engagement session
- Recommend Council agreement with Community Energy Association for a complex buildings GHG reduction program
- Verbal update on North Shore Neighbourhood Plan
- Transportation Advisory Commission highlights memo
- Future agenda items include North Shore Neighbourhood Plan and Development Approvals Review Process updates
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will consider recommending Council add $75,000 to the 2022-2026 budget for an Urban Wildlife Management Plan, direct staff to discuss regional phased water restrictions with local water districts, and choose among options for enhanced sidewalk and bus stop snow clearing, including $120,000 annual funding. It will also receive updates on the Integrated Pest Management Program and Parks Engagement Group. The meeting includes adopting prior minutes and a closed session for potential litigation.
- Urban Wildlife Management Strategy: $75,000 budget request for 2022-2026
- Regional phased water use restrictions: discussions with Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc, Rayleigh and Heffley Creek Waterworks Districts
- Snow and ice control: options include $120,000 annual funding ($60,000 for 2021) for sidewalks and transit stops
- Integrated Pest Management Program update for information
- Parks Engagement Group highlight memo for information
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including directing staff to prepare a Permissive Tax Exemption bylaw for 2022-2026, which would exempt or partially exempt properties owned by not-for-profits, housing providers, and places of worship. Council will also consider introducing an Official Community Plan amendment for properties at 2950 Bowers Place and 3055 Sugarloaf Road, and a notice of motion to revert City-owned land adjacent to Riverside Park to park use. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving committee reports.
- Permissive Tax Exemption bylaw for 2022-2026, including ASK Wellness Society at 506 Columbia Street (excluding caretaker suite)
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 46-12 for 2950 Bowers Place and 3055 Sugarloaf Road
- Temporary Use Permit application TUP00060 for 108-1383 McGill Road
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2966 for 2247/2249 Valleyview Drive
- Notice of motion to revert City-owned land between Sandman Centre and South Thompson River to park use
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will receive a procurement update for the second quarter of 2021, covering contracts over $500,000 and direct awards. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from the June 28, 2021 meeting and discussing future items like late payment fees and funding agreements. A closed meeting is scheduled for labour and negotiation discussions.
- Procurement update: contracts over $500,000 in Q2 2021, including $11M Suez water membrane replacement and $4M landscaping contract
- Direct awards in Q2 2021, including $11M Suez (treaty exception) and $75K TRUE Consulting
- Future item: Late Payment Fees and Penalties memo
- Future item: KCBIA funding agreement (expires Dec 31, 2021)
- Future item: Tourism Kamloops Information Centre funding agreement (expires Dec 31, 2021)
Community Relations and Administration Committee
The Community Relations and Administration Committee will consider adopting revised terms of reference and a report on the Officers' Duties and Responsibilities Bylaw, which includes recommendations to introduce a new bylaw and rescind two related policies. The committee will also receive updates on liaison groups, external relations, and community recognition items. The agenda includes a closed meeting following the regular session.
- Adopt revised Terms of Reference for the committee
- Recommend introduction of Bylaw No. 3-44, 2021, and first, second, and third reading
- Rescind Council Policy No. GGA-9 (Personnel - Code of Ethics - Management)
- Rescind Council Policy No. GGA-10 (Personnel - Management Financial Disclosures)
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1) for personal information, land acquisition, and negotiations
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will hear a delegation from five Kamloops non-profits (STEPS, ICS, AskWellness, CMHA, John Howard Society) requesting a letter of support for their vision to align medical, clinical, social, and housing services for vulnerable populations. The committee will also receive the 2021 RCMP Second Quarter Statistics Report and an Arts and Culture Engagement Group highlight memo for information. A closed committee meeting is scheduled for labour relations and law enforcement matters.
- Delegation from STEPS, ICS, AskWellness, CMHA, John Howard Society requesting letter of support for integrated health and social services plan
- 2021 RCMP Second Quarter Statistics Report presented by Superintendent Lecky
- Arts and Culture Engagement Group highlight memo
- Closed committee meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(c) and (1)(f)
Regular
The City of Kamloops Council will consider several significant items, including introducing a new citywide Zoning Bylaw No. 55, amendments to the Official Community Plan for residential development guidelines and railway corridor policies, and a resolution to support extended liquor hours for the Kamloops Inn City Pub. The agenda also includes a public hearing for three property rezoning applications and reports on wildfire updates and a grant application for Tranquille Road improvements.
- Support resolution for liquor licence amendment at 354 Victoria Street (Kamloops Inn City Pub) to extend hours to 1:00 am
- Introduction of Zoning Bylaw No. 55 and repeal of Mobile Home Park Bylaw No. 5-1-436
- OCP amendments for Intensive Residential Development Permit Area Guidelines and railway corridor policy
- Development Permit DPM00797 for 641-669 Lansdowne Street with $215,438 landscape security
- Public hearings for rezoning at 2247/2249 Valleyview Drive, 2214/2220 Grasslands Boulevard, and 1250 Rogers Way
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates and provide direction on three main items: a proposed renewal of the Council Procedure Bylaw, a review of the Revitalization Tax Exemption Program, and the 2022 permissive tax exemptions for not-for-profits and places of worship. The committee will also adopt minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting. No final decisions are made at this committee; recommendations will go to Council.
- Council Procedure Bylaw update: proposed changes include electronic meeting provisions, updated definitions, and removal of gendered language
- Revitalization Tax Exemption Program review: direction to bring proposed bylaws to Council after public engagement
- 2022 permissive tax exemptions for not-for-profits and places of worship: staff to include qualifying organizations in the permissive tax bylaw
- Guidance requested on applications that do not meet Council Policy GGL-22 and GGL-23 criteria
Regular
Kamloops City Council will consider development variance and development permits, including a housing agreement for 5 social and 35 affordable housing units at 501 Tranquille Road, and a development permit for 1320 Trans Canada Highway West. Council will also receive updates on wildfire response, including funding for emergency costs, and consider expanding handyDART service. The agenda includes several routine items such as minutes, committee reports, and bylaw adoption.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00613 and Development Permit DPM00788 for 501 Tranquille Road, with $139,563 landscape security and $150,000 cash-in-lieu of parking, plus housing agreement for 40 units
- Transfer of $92,720 from reserves for wildfire trauma support, Voyent Alert! app, and temporary access road; $400,000 for Juniper East road upgrade
- Development Permit DPM00820 for 1320 Trans Canada Highway West with $45,000 landscape security
- Expansion of handyDART service at additional cost of $94,092 per year
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2963 for 1800 Copperhead Drive
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will receive second-quarter 2021 statistics reports from the Community Services Division, Social and Community Development, and Kamloops Fire Rescue, along with engagement group highlight memos. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled. The committee will also adopt minutes from the June 10, 2021 meeting.
- Receive 2021 Q2 statistics reports for Community Services, Social and Community Development, and Kamloops Fire Rescue
- Receive engagement group highlight memos from Healthy Kamloops, Heritage, Safe & Secure, and Social Planning groups
- Adopt minutes of the June 10, 2021 Community Services Committee meeting
- Community Services Q2 report notes 28 nuisance properties to date, with $16,007 in total excessive nuisance fees charged
- Social and Community Development Q2 report notes $662,505 in Reaching Home COVID wave 3 funding call for proposals
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will consider recommending that Council renew the City's agreement with the CleanBC Better Homes Municipal Top-up Program and allow staff to use the remaining $13,650 from the Climate Action Fund Reserve for expanded upgrade offers. The committee will also receive updates on the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, Community Climate Action Plan, and wildfire protection, and review a proposed Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw for a future Council meeting.
- Renew CleanBC Better Homes Municipal Top-up Program and use remaining $13,650 from Climate Action Fund Reserve
- Proposed Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaws to be brought to August 17, 2021 Committee of the Whole
- Update on Kamloops Community Wildfire Protection Plan
- Presentation on Wildland-Urban Interface Covenants for Developments
- Update on Juniper Emergency Accesses
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to consider several development variance permits, rezoning applications, and grant applications. Key items include authorizing development variance permits for properties on Cammeray Drive and 5th Avenue, approving grant applications for the Westsyde Road Multi-Use Path Project, and directing funds to the Social and Community Development Grant program. The council will also receive reports on the RCMP 2020 year-end, fire updates, and Noble Creek irrigation, and will hold public hearings for rezoning at 1943 Ord Road and 1800 Copperhead Drive.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00609 for 4774 Cammeray Drive to increase accessory building lot coverage and fence height
- Development Variance Permit DVP00608 for 137 5th Avenue to reduce sign clearance and separation requirements
- Rezoning applications for 2247/2249 Valleyview Drive, 2214/2220 Grasslands Boulevard, and 1250 Rogers Way
- Grant application for Westsyde Road Multi-Use Path Project under BC Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant Program
- Allocation of $33,000 to Social and Community Development Grant program with second intake in fall 2021
Regular
Kamloops City Council will decide on several development variance permits, rezoning applications, and the adoption of the Community Climate Action Plan. The meeting also includes a public hearing for three rezoning proposals and a delegation from Interior Health on pandemic response.
- Adoption of Community Climate Action Plan
- Development variance permits for 200 Mountview Drive, 858 Uplands Court, 4774 Cammeray Drive, and 137 5th Avenue
- Rezoning applications for 1800 Copperhead Drive, 2330 Westsyde Road, 800 Mission Flats Road, and 2213 Coldwater Drive/1830 Qu'Appelle Boulevard
- Development permit for 156 and 164 Wilson Street with $10,000 landscape security
- 2020 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information approval
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider setting minimum and maximum target levels for key reserve categories (Working Capital, Risk Mitigation, Opportunity) and reallocating the 2020 annual surplus of $1,300,000 accordingly. They will also discuss drafting a debt policy, expanding service agreements (with a $33,000 option), and hear a delegation from Kamloops Heritage Railway about a proposed excursion to Armstrong. The meeting includes routine items like adopting minutes and a closed session.
- Reserve target levels for Working Capital, Risk Mitigation, Opportunity reserves
- Reallocation of 2020 annual surplus of $1,300,000
- Draft debt policy based on principles in report
- Option to allocate $33,000 to Social and Community Development Grant program
- Delegation: Kamloops Heritage Railway proposed Armstrong excursion
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will consider a report recommending the City pause work on its draft Carry-Out Bag Regulation Bylaw until provincial and federal single-use plastics rules are known (expected by end of 2021). The committee will also receive updates on the Community Climate Action Plan and North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, plus a presentation on land development availability. It will also review highlights from the Transportation Advisory Commission and other engagement groups, and adjust its meeting schedule to add a July 26, 2021 meeting.
- Carry-out Bag Regulation Bylaw update: staff recommend monitoring provincial/federal plastics regulations and reporting back when details are available
- Community Climate Action Plan update (verbal)
- North Shore Neighbourhood Plan update (verbal)
- Land Development Availability presentation
- Transportation Advisory Commission highlights: $500,000 annual funding for pedestrian crossing upgrades, Vision Zero Road Safety Strategy, Kamloops Second Bridge Crossing Study
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will hear presentations on the Thompson-Nicola Regional District's proposed Mandatory Recyclable Materials Bylaw, which would ban corrugated cardboard from landfills, and receive updates on the curbside organic waste collection pilot program, spring cleaning, the Sewage Treatment Centre project, and other capital projects. The meeting is largely informational, with recommendations to receive reports rather than make final decisions.
- Mandatory Recyclable Materials Bylaw No. 2743: would ban corrugated cardboard from TNRD landfills, with fines starting January 2022
- Curbside organic waste pilot: 2,500 homes across all five zones, starting September 2021; grant could cover up to $265,000 of $530,000 cost
- Spring cleaning update: street sweeping, flushing, and line painting progress
- Kamloops Sewage Treatment Centre project phasing presentation
- Canada Games Aquatic Centre project summary and Columbia Street project update
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and provide direction on the draft Zoning Bylaw No. 55, focusing on three specific topics: regulating shipping containers, expanding compact residential zoning on the North Shore, and introducing density bonuses for affordable housing. The committee will also receive updates on community-engaged research and the Accessibility, Inclusion, and Diversity Working Group, and will move into a closed session for confidential negotiations.
- Draft Zoning Bylaw No. 55: options for shipping container regulation (status quo, expand zones, or expand with conditions)
- Compact residential zoning: options to rezone North Shore RT-1 properties to RT1C or defer to Neighbourhood Plan
- Density bonus for affordable housing: options to allow increased density in exchange for affordable rental or social housing units
- Verbal reports on community-engaged research practices and Researcher-in-Residence initiative
- Closed meeting under Community Charter for negotiations with provincial/federal governments
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to consider several development-related items, including rezoning applications, development variance permits, and a development permit. They will also vote on the 2021/2022 Annual Operating Agreement with BC Transit and consider adopting multiple bylaws. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.
- Rezoning Application REZ00737 (1943 Ord Road) - authorize first and second reading and public hearing
- Development Variance Permit DVP00604 (8080 Barnhartvale Road) - authorize issuance
- Development Permit DPM00810 (8265 Dallas Drive) - authorize issuance with $180,471 landscape security
- 2021/2022 Annual Operating Agreement between City and BC Transit - authorize signing
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2952 (1560 Versatile Drive)
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will receive first-quarter 2021 statistic reports from the RCMP and other city services, along with engagement group highlight memos. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled. A closed meeting is planned to discuss confidential negotiations with senior governments.
- Receive 2021 Q1 statistic reports from RCMP, North Shore, Valleyview, and Westsyde
- Receive engagement group highlight memos (Arts and Culture, Healthy Kamloops)
- Receive Valleyview Community Association memo
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) for confidential negotiations
- Next meeting scheduled for July 8, 2021
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including rezoning applications, a business improvement levy, and new fees for commercial fitness activities in parks. They will also hear updates from New Gold Inc., the Junior Council, and the KCBIA, and consider authorizing a closed meeting for June 15, 2021.
- Rezoning Application REZ00725 (200 Mountview Drive) to allow a 148 m2 secondary suite
- Rezoning Application REZ00733 (800 Mission Flats Road)
- Development Variance Application DVP00604 (8080 Barnhartvale Road)
- KCBIA 2021 Budget with $291,720 business improvement levy
- New fees for private fitness in parks: $79.20+GST monthly, $443.52+GST seasonal
Regular
Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on development variance permits, rezoning applications, and several bylaws. They will also consider a proposal to allow commercial recreation in Riverside Park and a motion to open outdoor fitness areas in up to six parks. The agenda includes a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 7050 Blackwell Road.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00602 for 266 Whiteshield Crescent (fence height increase)
- Development Variance Permit DVP00603 for 1839 Springhill Drive (front yard setback reduction)
- Rezoning applications for 2213 Coldwater Drive/1830 Qu'Appelle Boulevard and 2330 Westsyde Road
- Riverside Park Tourism and Community Pilot Project with Tourism Kamloops
- Motion to open outdoor fitness areas in up to 6 parks
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will consider proposed zoning changes and options to support housing diversity, following a delegation from a Tranquille Road business owner urging reforms like removing parking minimums and regulating building mass instead of unit counts. The committee will also adopt minutes from the March 22 meeting and receive updates on future agenda items including sewer servicing, a carry-out bag bylaw, and the Community Climate Action Plan.
- Delegation from Mitchell Forgie (Red Beard Cafe & Bright Eye Brewing) on zoning reform for sensitive infill on the North Shore
- Discussion of options for supporting housing diversity, including zoning changes
- Adoption of March 22, 2021 meeting minutes
- Future items: Rayleigh and Karindale sanitary sewer servicing, carry-out bag regulation bylaw, Community Climate Action Plan update
- Next meeting scheduled for June 21, 2021
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations and Administration Committee will consider recommending that Council make recordings of open Council committee meetings available online for one year and enable free closed captioning tools for online Public Hearings and meetings. The committee will also discuss the Officers Duties and Responsibilities Bylaw, a closed meeting resolution process, and receive updates from various external groups.
- Recommendation to post recordings of open Council committee meetings online for one year
- Recommendation to enable free closed captioning tools for online Public Hearings and meetings
- Input on Officers Duties and Responsibilities Bylaw No. 3-44, 2021, with options for expanded or short list of officers
- Recommendation to repeal Council Policies GGA-9 and GGA-10 on management code of ethics and financial disclosures
- Rescheduling of August 30, 2021 meeting to September 13, 2021, and November 29, 2021 to November 22, 2021
Regular
Kamloops City Council is meeting to consider several items, including adopting the 2020 audited financial statements, the 2021 tax rates bylaw, and a road closure bylaw. They will also review development variance permits, a grant application for electronic applications, and amendments to the Transportation Master Plan. The agenda includes both decisions and items for information.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 18-400 for road closure adjacent to 3467 Tranquille Road
- Development variance permits for 887 Fernie Road, 1195 Crestline Street, 266 Whiteshield Crescent, and 1839 Springhill Drive
- Grant application for $550,000 under Local Government Development Approvals Program
- Amendment to Transportation Master Plan for Juniper Ridge to Rose Hill Road connection
- Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 22-1-117, 2021
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will receive first quarter 2021 statistic reports from Kamloops Fire Rescue, Parking Management, Social and Community Development, and Community Services, along with engagement group highlight memos. The agenda also includes adopting the March 11, 2021 minutes and a closed meeting for negotiations. No major decisions are expected; most items are for information.
- Receive 2021 First Quarter Statistic Reports (KFR, Parking, Social & Community Development, Community Services)
- Receive Engagement Group Highlight Memos (Early Learning, Heritage, Safe & Secure, Social Planning)
- Adopt minutes from March 11, 2021 meeting
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) for negotiations
- Future agenda items include Pay by Phone Parking Pilot, Affordable Housing Reserve Fund policy review, RCMP Q1 stats
Regular
The City of Kamloops Council is meeting to decide on several items, including authorizing notices for two development variance permits, adopting a zoning amendment bylaw, and repealing and re-reading the Financial Plan Bylaw to correct a tax rate error. Council will also hear a delegation request to declare April 28 a Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured on the job, and consider a motion supporting professional news media.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00600 for 887 Fernie Road to reduce front yard setback from 6 m to 4.5 m for a single-family home with secondary suite
- Development Variance Permit DVP00601 for 1195 Crestline Street (details in attachment)
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2957 for 1440 Hugh Allan Drive
- Repeal third reading of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 16-324 due to tax rate error (.63% should be .93%), then re-read and adopt
- Introduction of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 22-1-117, 2021
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider setting 2021 property tax rates for all property classes, based on a $118.8 million tax requirement (a 1.6% increase over 2020). It will also direct staff on public engagement for the draft Community Climate Action Plan and the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan strategic directions. The agenda includes adoption of the February 9, 2021 minutes, which detail previously approved supplemental budget items.
- Proposed 2021 tax rates per $1,000 assessed value: Residential 4.64, Utilities 40.00, Major Industry 66.60, Business and Other 13.59
- Direct staff to engage public on draft Community Climate Action Plan
- Direct staff to engage public on North Shore Neighbourhood Plan strategic directions
- Adopt minutes of Feb 9, 2021, including $750,000 for RCMP Battle Street Detachment upgrades and $500,000/year for pedestrian crossings
- Tax Rates Bylaw No. 22-1-117 to be sent to Council for first, second, and third reading
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will meet to adopt the minutes from its March 8, 2021 meeting and schedule a closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(g). The agenda is largely procedural, with no new substantive decisions or discussions listed.
- Adoption of March 8, 2021 minutes
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(g)
- Next meeting scheduled for June 21, 2021 at 1:30 pm
Regular
Kamloops City Council will consider several development permits, a rezoning application, and funding approvals. Key items include authorizing up to an additional $150,000 for outdoor patio extensions funded by provincial COVID-19 grants, and introducing a rezoning bylaw for 7050 Blackwell Road. The meeting also includes routine adoption of minutes and reports.
- Development variance permits for 1545 Hartford Avenue, 2075 High Forest Place, and 2570 Thompson Drive
- Rezoning Application REZ00728 at 7050 Blackwell Road, including Housing Agreement Bylaw
- Development Permit DPM00799 at 2089 Falcon Road, requiring $40,000 landscape security
- Additional $150,000 for Outdoor Patio Extension Program, funded by COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant
- Road Closure Bylaw No. 18-400 adjacent to 3765 Tranquille Road
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider a program to help businesses repair vandalism and graffiti, with staff exploring a grant from the Union of British Columbia Municipalities to fund it. The committee will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting and approve an updated meeting schedule. A closed session is planned for negotiations on a municipal service.
- Vandalism repair and clean-up program for businesses, with potential UBCM grant funding
- Adoption of February 24, 2021, Finance Committee minutes
- Approval of updated meeting schedule: June 22 and October 15, 2021
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) for negotiations on municipal service
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including hiring additional Community Services Officers and temporary security for downtown patrols, approving development variance permits, and adopting zoning and housing agreement bylaws. The agenda also includes a public hearing for multiple zoning amendments and reports on the KAMPLAN indicators and corporate services.
- Hire 2.8 FTE Community Services Officers for 10 pm–6 am patrols, funded from operating budget, plus $265,000 for 2022–2026 plan
- Temporary security for six months in Central Business Improvement Area and Tranquille Market corridors at $75,000 from COVID-19 BC Safe Restart funds
- Adopt Zoning Bylaw Amendment 5-1-2941 (3171 Bank Road) and Housing Agreement Bylaws 5-3-48 and 5-3-49 (127 and 165 Elm Avenue)
- Public hearing for zoning amendments at 1830 Qu’Appelle Boulevard, 1440 Hugh Allan Drive, 7410 Dallas Drive, and 1560 Versatile Drive
- Authorize distribution of notices for development variance permits at 1545 Hartford Avenue, 2075 High Forest Place, and 2570 Thompson Drive
Board of Education, School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) and City Council
The Board of Education, School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) and City Council are holding a joint meeting to discuss school site acquisition changes, COVID-19 exposures, construction updates for Valleyview Secondary and Parkcrest School, enrollment projections, and capital needs. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from a 2019 joint meeting and a closed session for land negotiations. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no formal decisions listed beyond approving the minutes and entering closed session.
- School Site Acquisition Changes discussion
- COVID-19 Exposures discussion
- Valleyview Secondary School Construction Update
- Parkcrest School Joint City/SD73 Project Update
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90 for land acquisition/negotiations
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will review a draft Council Policy for Telecommunications Towers and consider recommending it to Council, along with a $500 fee for tower applications. They will also receive updates on transit performance, building accessibility, the Community Climate Action Plan, and the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, and vote on moving the June meeting date.
- Draft Council Policy No. EDS-23, Telecommunications Towers, for input and recommendation to Council
- Proposed $500 fee for telecommunications tower applications via amendment to Development and Land Use Application Fees Bylaw No. 5-1-2560, 2011
- BC Transit 2019/20 Annual Performance Summary for Kamloops Transit System
- Building Accessibility Requirements memo following January direction to explore options beyond BC Building Code
- Move June 14, 2021 committee meeting to June 21, 2021
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will consider proposed amendments to the Security Alarm System Bylaw No. 10-38, which would remove the appeal process for false alarm fees and eliminate charges for a first offence in a 12-month period to allow for education. The committee will also receive reports on the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association, approve additional 2021 meeting dates, and receive fourth-quarter 2020 statistics from bylaws, fire rescue, social development, and RCMP.
- Proposed amendments to Security Alarm System Bylaw No. 10-38 (Bylaw No. 10-40) to remove appeal process and waive first-offence fees
- Direction on recommendations from Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association
- Approval of additional 2021 meeting dates: April 29, July 8, August 12, October 28
- Receive 2020 Q4 statistic reports from Bylaws, Kamloops Fire Rescue, Social and Community Development, and RCMP
- Receive Engagement Group Highlight memos from six groups
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a motion to reconsider a previous decision requiring wrap-around support services for transitional and supportive housing. They will also consider development variance permits, rezoning applications, and a grant application for emergency support services coordination.
- Motion to reconsider the March 2, 2021 resolution on wrap-around support services for transitional and supportive housing.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00588 for 4152 Davie Road and 203 Mattoch-McKeague Road.
- Rezoning and Development Permit applications for 7410 Dallas Drive, 1560 Versatile Drive, and 1830 Qu'Appelle Boulevard.
- Grant application to UBCM for up to $25,000 for emergency support services coordination study.
- Adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 5-1-2944 for 2589-2595 Sunset Drive.
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will review and recommend updates to the Solid Waste and Recyclables Bylaw, the Snow and Ice Control policy, and receive updates on snow and ice operations, urban forest management, and the Jack Gregson Trail. The committee will also consider rescheduling two 2021 meetings.
- Recommendation to introduce Solid Waste and Recyclables Bylaw No. 40-59, 2021, and Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 43-16, 2021
- Proposed amendment to Council Policy No. TS-4, renaming it to 'Snow and Ice Control Priorities - City'
- Snow and Ice Control Update and Service Level Update for Parks and Civic Facilities
- Urban Forest Management Strategy Update (for information)
- Rescheduling June 14, 2021 meeting to June 21, 2021, and December 13, 2021 to December 6, 2021
Special Council
This special council meeting focuses on social and housing issues. Council will receive a memo on social and housing overview and consider two notices of motion: one from Councillor Sarai on subsidized housing and related supports, and another from Councillor Bass on addressing street issues using Safe Restart Funding. The agenda also includes a presentation and a report on the Community and Protective Services Department Strategic Plan 2021–2023, released from a closed meeting.
- Councillor Sarai's motion requests provincial ministers review housing projects and consider more detox beds and a sobering centre in Kamloops
- Councillor Bass's motion proposes using up to $500,000 of Safe Restart Funding for street issue prevention, including 24/7 support and temporary housing
- Motion to direct staff to implement 24-7 security patrols in Kamloops Central Business Improvement Area and Tranquille Market corridor
- Report on Social and Housing Overview, including Reaching Home funding of $2,269,044 for 2020-2021
- Strategic Plan 2021–2023 for Community and Protective Services Department, including new Social and Housing Manager position
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will receive information-only updates on the provincial centralization of the Home Owner Grant program, the City's reserve policy implementation, the Corporate Services 2020 year in review, and procurement and asset management updates. The committee will also consider adopting the minutes from the January 6, 2021 meeting and will move into a closed session for negotiations regarding a municipal service.
- Home Owner Grant program centralized to Province starting 2021; City administered over 26,000 applications in 2020
- Reserves update: annual surplus ~$350,000; $3.3 million COVID restart funding set aside in specific purpose reserve
- Corporate Services 2020 Year in Review presented for information
- Procurement and Asset Management updates for information
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) for negotiations on municipal service
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several zoning amendments, a development variance permit, a grant application for a dike rehabilitation study, and a motion to change dog licensing late fees. The agenda also includes public hearings for three rezoning applications and a request to hold a closed meeting.
- Rezoning application REZ00730 at 1440 Hugh Allan Drive
- Development variance permit DVP00588 at 4152 Davie Road and 203 Mattoch-McKeague Road
- Grant application for Dike Rehabilitation Study up to $150,000
- Motion to rescind and reassess dog licensing late fees, refund $32.50 late charges
- Public hearings for rezoning at 2589-2595 Sunset Drive, 3010 Westsyde Road, and 2526 Rosewood Avenue
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations Committee will receive informational updates on communications and community engagement activities from 2020, a Safety Division update, and various liaison group reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being received for information rather than decisions. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss personal information about a municipal award nominee and information protected under freedom of information laws.
- Receive Communications and Community Engagement Report for information
- Receive Safety Division Update memo and presentation for information
- Receive Junior Council Highlight memo for information
- Receive External Relations Update memo for information
- Receive Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc Highlight memo for information
Regular
The Kamloops Regular Council meeting on February 9, 2021, includes decisions on development permits, a track replacement, and a motion on social issues. Council will also receive reports and consider adopting a bylaw. The agenda includes both routine items and a significant notice of motion on social issues.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00591 for 575/601 Gordonel Road
- Development Permit DPM00791 for 801 Fortune Drive with $6,875 landscape security
- Hillside Stadium Track Replacement using Mondotrack or equivalent, funded by Gaming and Community Works funds
- Notice of Motion on Social Issues: study day lodge, expand storage at 48 Victoria Street West, and lobby UBCM
- Adoption of North Shore Business Improvement Area Amendment Bylaw No. 13-1-20
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will recommend to Council which supplemental budget items and funding sources to include in the final 2021–2025 Five-Year Financial Plan. The provisional 2021 budget has a property tax increase of $318,000 (0.27%). The committee will consider 15 items, including staffing increases, capital projects, and program expansions, with funding from taxation, reserves, or debt.
- RCMP Municipal Employee (Crime Analyst) FTE: $97,000 ongoing, funded by taxation
- RCMP Battle Street Detachment Upgrades: $750,000 from Community Safety Reserve
- Pedestrian Crossings: $500,000 per year (2021–2031), funded by taxation (0.44%)
- Protective Services Training Facility: $8,755,000, funded by debt (2024–2025)
- KFR IAFF Staffing Increase: $200,000, funded by taxation (0.17%)
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to consider several development applications, including rezoning for properties on Rosewood Avenue and Westsyde Road, and development variance permits for properties on Park Crescent, Gordonel Road, and Seymour Street. Council will also decide on grant applications for the Summit-Downtown Connection Project and Emergency Support Services, and adopt the updated Council Strategic Plan. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and correspondence.
- Rezoning Application REZ00714 (2526 Rosewood Avenue) - introduce Bylaw No. 5-1-2955 and hold public hearing
- Rezoning Application REZ00727 (3010 Westsyde Road) - introduce Bylaw No. 5-1-2954 and hold public hearing
- Development Variance Permit DVP00594 (775 Park Crescent) - authorize issuance
- Grant application for Summit-Downtown Connection Project under COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure stream
- Emergency Support Services funding application up to $25,000
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will consider recommending that Council amend Council Policy No. TS-12, Waived or Discounted Transit Fees for Special Events, to include custom transit in addition to conventional transit. The committee will also receive updates on engagement groups, the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, zoning bylaw review, and the Community Climate Action Plan, and will adopt the minutes from the November 23, 2020 meeting.
- Amendment to Council Policy No. TS-12 to include custom transit in waived or discounted fees for special events
- Adoption of minutes from November 23, 2020 committee meeting
- Update on North Shore Neighbourhood Plan (verbal)
- Update on Zoning Bylaw Review and Update (verbal)
- Update on Community Climate Action Plan (verbal)
Regular
Kamloops City Council will consider several items, including signing the 2020/2021 transit operating agreement, applying for a wildfire risk reduction grant, and adopting a zoning bylaw amendment. They will also discuss a motion to declare 2021 the 'Year of the Cyclist' and receive committee reports. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and correspondence.
- Authorize issuance of Development Variance Permit DVP00592 for 2830 Thompson Drive
- Sign 2020/2021 Kamloops Transit Annual Operating Agreement and allocate $105,496 to Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc for Route 18
- Apply for grant under 2021 Community Resiliency Investment Program for wildfire fuel management
- Adopt Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2947 for 2717 Sunset Drive
- Introduce Waterworks Amendment Bylaw No. 12-68 to increase Noble Creek Irrigation System water usage rate by 15% per year
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving an update on the 2021-2025 Five-Year Financial Plan and a list of supplemental budget items for consideration. The provisional 2021 tax increase is 0.27% before supplementals. No final decisions are made at this meeting; items will be decided on February 9, 2021.
- 2021 provisional tax increase of 0.27% ($318,000) before supplementals
- Supplemental items include RCMP staffing, transit expansion, pedestrian crossings, and boat launch improvements
- Use of $1.32 million from reserves and $3.506 million from provincial COVID-19 Safe Restart funding
- BC Transit support totaling $5.3 million for lease fee holiday and operating costs
- Public feedback on budget to be presented at February 9, 2021 meeting
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider amendments to the North Shore Business Improvement Area bylaw, changing the deadline for audited financial statements from March 15 to June 15. The committee will also discuss potential changes to permissive tax exemption policies for not-for-profits and places of worship, with any changes needing to be in place by April 2021 for the 2022 tax year. The agenda includes adopting previous minutes, a verbal review of the committee mandate, a procurement working group update, and approving 2021 meeting dates.
- Recommendation to authorize North Shore Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 13-1-20 for first, second, and third reading
- Discussion on changes to Council Policy Nos. GGL-22 and GGL-23 regarding permissive tax exemptions
- 2021 estimated approved permissive tax exemptions total $528,062; adjusted funding cap is $722,600
- Approval of 2021 Finance Committee meeting dates: Feb 24, Apr 7, Jul 7, Oct 6
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) for negotiations on a municipal service