Kamloops public meetings in 2022
54 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular (1:30 pm) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The Council is considering several bylaws related to the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, including tax exemptions and zoning changes. The agenda also includes discussions on cannabis retail fees, recreation facility charges, and a request for a closed meeting regarding law enforcement investigations.
- North Shore Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-20
- Zoning and OCP amendments for the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan
- Amendment to Cannabis Retail Store business licence fees
- Recreation Facilities Fees, Charges, and Regulations Bylaw No. 35-82
- Rezoning application for 1379 Columbia Street
Special Council
The Special Council meeting includes a request to move into a closed session. This session is intended for receiving advice subject to solicitor-client privilege.
- Request for a Closed Council Meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i)
Regular
Council will receive a progress report on 2021 and 2022 motions regarding health, housing, and community security. The meeting also includes decisions on a road closure, tree protection amendments, and several development applications.
- Adoption of Road Closure and Removal of Dedication Bylaw No. 18-410 (adjacent to 852 and 876 Victoria Street)
- Introduction of Tree Protection Amendment Bylaw No. 50-2, 2022
- Rezoning application for 715 Franklin Road (REZ00764)
- Development Variance Permit applications for 671 Collingwood Drive, 12-3665 Westsyde Road, and 2626 Greenfield Avenue
- Report on 2021 and 2022 Council Motions regarding health, housing, safety, and security
Regular
The Council will consider development permits, a rezoning application, and an Agricultural Land Reserve exclusion. Other items include free downtown parking for December and a request for a closed meeting.
- Development Variance Permits for 693 Pleasant Street and 2545 Valleyview Drive
- Free downtown on-street parking for December 2022
- Agricultural Land Reserve exclusion application for 4085 Trans Canada Highway East
- Rezoning and Development Variance Permit for 2535 Elston Drive
- $8,000 contingency fund disbursement for winter services
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2023 provisional budget and the 2023–2027 Five-Year Financial Plan. The report outlines how inflation, supply chain issues, and previous council initiatives impact city funding and service delivery.
- Provisional impact on property taxation funding requirements of $7,054,230 (5.60%)
- Proposed $447,000 taxation impact to fund three additional RCMP members
- Annual $550,000 Asset Management Infrastructure Reserve funding
- Annual $440,000 Community Climate Action Plan funding
- Pilot program funding for the Clean, Team partnership with North Shore Business Improvement Association
Regular
The Council is reviewing several rezoning applications and development variance permits. The agenda also includes a liquor licence support resolution for 501 Lansdowne Street and appointments to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board.
- Liquor Licence Application for Alcohol Manufacturer’s Lounge at 501 Lansdowne Street
- Rezoning and OCP Amendment for 1525 Westerdale Drive
- Rezoning Application for 5020 Yellowhead Highway
- Rezoning Application for 1375 Ord Road
- Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board appointments for 7 Council members
Inaugural
The inaugural meeting of the City of Kamloops Council includes the swearing-in of the Mayor and Councillors. The Council will receive the official 2022 General Local Election results and the Deputy Mayor schedule for November and December 2022.
- Swearing-in of Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson and eight Councillors
- Declaration of 2022 General Local Election results
- Presentation of the November and December 2022 Deputy Mayor Schedule
- Election of School District #73 Trustees
Regular
The City of Kamloops Council is meeting to consider several development permits, liquor license applications, and grant applications. The agenda includes discussions on emergency preparedness funding and infrastructure projects.
- Liquor primary licence application for 405 Victoria Street (The Plaza Hotel)
- Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant application for $30,000
- Development Permit for 4-2049 Highland Place (requires $20,754 landscape security)
- Development Permit for 240 Larkspur Street (requires $39,875 landscape security)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2954 for 3010 Westsyde Road
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will review verbal reports regarding the Community Climate Action Plan and transit improvements. The meeting also includes updates on the Valleyview Frontage Road and the Kamloops Transit Third Party Taxi-Saver program.
- Community Climate Action Plan (CCAP) verbal report
- Kamloops Transit Shelter Improvement Program update
- Valleyview Frontage Road directives update
- Kamloops Transit Third Party Taxi-Saver update
- Development Cost Charges (DCC) Engagement Group highlights
Community Relations and Administration Committee
The Community Relations and Administration Committee is reviewing the timeline for the 2022 Citizen Satisfaction Survey. The committee is also considering an agreement for the Voyent Alert! emergency system and discussing support for the annual Santa Claus Parade.
- Voyent Alert! Emergency Alert System service agreement with ICEsoft Technologies Inc.
- 2022 Citizen Satisfaction Survey data collection (Oct 18 – Nov 8, 2022)
- Santa Claus Parade support via in-kind contributions and staff wages
- Uji Sister City update
- External Relations update
Regular
The City Council will meet to discuss physician recruitment updates and potential amendments to the Film Permitting Bylaw. Additionally, Council is asked to adopt the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan and consider several new bylaws.
- Adoption of the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan
- Proposed Film Permitting Amendment Bylaw No. 35-97, 2022
- Development Variance Permit application for 1181 Raven Drive
- Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 22-2-154, 2022
- Adoption of Cross Connection Control Bylaw No. 12-71, 2022
Regular
The City Council is reviewing several administrative reports, including a Clean Team Pilot Project service agreement and permissive tax exemptions for local societies. The meeting also includes discussions on water and sewer utility rates and proposed zoning amendments for electric vehicle infrastructure and residential developments.
- Clean Team Pilot Project service agreement for $30,241
- Permissive tax exemptions for A Way Home Kamloops and Oncore Seniors Society
- Proposed Cross Connection Control Bylaw No. 12-71, 2022
- Waterworks and Sanitary Sewer Amendment Bylaws
- Zoning Amendment for electric vehicle charging infrastructure in residential developments
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee is reviewing quarterly reports from the RCMP and Fire Rescue. The committee also directed staff to create a bylaw requiring radio amplification systems in new or renovated high-rise buildings to assist first responders.
- Direction to develop a public safety radio in-building amplification systems bylaw
- Kamloops RCMP 2nd Quarter 2022 Status Report
- Kamloops Fire Rescue 2nd Quarter 2022 Report
- Graffiti Task Force Society presentation on 2021 cleaning statistics
Regular
The Council will review feasibility findings from the BC2030 Canadian Olympic Committee and consider a motion to research addiction and mental health treatment centers. The meeting also includes discussions on international student work hours and agricultural land use applications.
- Presentation of BC2030 Canadian Olympic Committee feasibility findings
- Agricultural Land Reserve Application No. ALR00048 at 2793 Sunset Drive
- Development Permit No. DPM00883 for 1403 Roper Place ($33,693 landscape security)
- Notice of motion to research addiction treatment and recovery centres
- Road Closure and Removal of Dedication Bylaw No. 18-409 near 795 Sherwood Avenue
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee is reviewing updates on cemetery services, trail vandalism, and pest management. Members are also considering mitigation strategies for tree damage at Riverside Park.
- Proposed construction zone in Riverside Park to be considered off-limits for future event setups
- Request for a detailed event-hosting infrastructure improvement plan for the Heritage House parking lot
- Update on Xget'tem' Trail vandalism and wire theft
- Update on Cemetery Pre-Need Services
- Integrated Pest Management Program update
Regular
The Council will review several rezoning applications, including projects on Valleyview Drive and East Trans-Canada Highway. They will also consider a grant application for rail safety improvements on Lorne Street and adopt multiple bylaws regarding waste, tickets, and housing.
- Rezoning application for 3200-3580 Valleyview Drive
- Rezoning and development permit for 1693 East Trans-Canada Highway
- Rail Safety Grant application for Lorne Street whistle cessation
- Solid Waste and Recyclables Amendment Bylaw No. 40-68, 2022
- Development Permit for 704 McGill Road ($191,993 landscape security)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is considering a recommendation to change how Business Improvement Associations (BIAs) report finances. The proposal would move from mandatory annual audits to mostly unaudited statements, requiring a full audit only during bylaw renewals or if Council requests one.
- Proposed BIA bylaw amendments regarding audited vs. unaudited financial statements
- Update on Cemetery Pre-Need Services following a moratorium on sales
- Investment Update memo for information
- Procurement Updates for Q1 and Q2 of 2022
- Discussion of 2023 Budget Assumptions and Class 4 Major Industry Tax Policy
Community Services Committee
The Committee is reviewing several quarterly reports and engagement group updates. A key recommendation is to direct staff to develop a bylaw for in-building radio amplification systems for first responders.
- Direction to develop a public safety radio in-building amplification systems bylaw
- Community Services Division Second Quarter Report 2022
- Kamloops Fire Rescue First Quarter Report 2022
- Social and Community Development Section Second Quarter Report 2022
- Graffiti Task Force Society delegation
Regular
Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including authorizing $1.2 million for the Curbside Organic Waste Collection Program, adopting a hotel redevelopment tax exemption bylaw, and holding a public hearing on electric vehicle charging requirements in residential zoning. The agenda also includes multiple development permits, rezoning applications, and reports on health services integration and a social plan framework.
- Curbside Organic Waste Collection Program: $1,200,400 from Solid Waste Reserve, including $120,000 for kitchen bin liners, plus 4 new full-time equivalents
- Hotel and Motel Redevelopment Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-19 adoption
- Public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-9 for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Requirements in Residential Development
- Temporary spray park on practice tennis court at estimated cost of $40,000 from Gaming Reserve
- Development permits and rezoning at 565/585 8th Avenue, 704 McGill Road, 2969 Gilbert Road, 1715 Delnor Crescent
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the draft North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, which updates the 2008 plan for North Kamloops, Brocklehurst, and the airport area. The committee will decide whether to direct staff to engage stakeholders on the draft and bring it to Council for final adoption in September. The agenda also includes adopting previous minutes and a closed session on labour relations.
- Draft North Shore Neighbourhood Plan presented for feedback
- Plan covers North Kamloops, Brocklehurst, and airport lands
- Includes 13 character areas and 10 'big moves' for redevelopment
- Proposed land use and zoning changes may follow plan adoption
- Closed meeting on labour relations after open session
Regular
This regular Council meeting includes decisions on several development permits, a firearms control bylaw, and a grant application for gun and gang violence reduction. Council will also consider the KCBIA budget and levy, the 2021 annual report, and a motion to reduce parking requirements in multi-family zones.
- Authorize $296,096 business improvement levy for KCBIA 2022 budget
- Apply for up to $2,069,465 from Building Safer Communities Fund for gun/gang violence reduction
- Introduce Firearms and Other Weapons Control Bylaw No. 24-49, 2022
- Issue development permits for 1800/1850 Mission Flats Road and 1465 Cariboo Place
- Motion to reduce parking requirements in multi-family and core area zones
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including zoning changes for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, a community-wide curbside organic waste collection program, and a hotel/motel redevelopment tax exemption. They will also hear a delegation about attracting family doctors and consider grant applications for heat response and active transportation projects.
- Zoning Bylaw No. 55-9 for EV charging requirements in residential development (first and second reading, public hearing)
- Solid Waste and Recyclables Amendment Bylaw No. 40-68 for community-wide curbside organic waste collection, with $1,200,400 from Solid Waste Reserve
- Hotel and Motel Redevelopment Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-19 (three options)
- Grant application to UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for $30,000 for extreme heat response plan
- Development permits for 100-500 Notre Dame Drive and 3035 Airport Road
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will receive several verbal reports and memos, including a presentation on 'Missing Middle' housing from the Canadian Home Builders Association, updates on the Community Climate Action Plan, active transportation projects, and the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan. The committee will also receive highlights from engagement groups on Development Cost Charges, Revitalization Tax Exemptions, and the Transportation Advisory Commission. Most items are for information only, with no decisions scheduled except adopting previous minutes.
- Presentation by CHBA-CI on 'Missing Middle' housing
- Verbal report on 'Missing Middle, Evaluating Available Housing and Assessing Need'
- Update on Community Climate Action Plan
- Memo on 2021/2022 Active Transportation Projects
- Highlights from Development Cost Charges (DCC) and Revitalization Tax Exemption (RTE) engagement groups
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will consider directing staff to bring forward amendments to the Firearms Control Bylaw, including a proposal for a speedball field at Tournament Capital Ranch. The committee will also receive first-quarter 2022 reports from Community Services, RCMP, and Social and Community Development, along with updates from several engagement groups. The meeting includes adopting prior minutes and a closed session.
- Firearms Bylaw amendment and Tournament Capital Ranch Speedball Field proposal
- Community Services Division First Quarter Report 2022
- Kamloops RCMP Status Report - 1st Quarter 2022
- Social and Community Development Section First Quarter Report 2022
- Engagement group highlights (Arts, Early Learning, Healthy Kamloops, Safe and Secure, Social Planning)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive updates on the Researcher-in-Residence initiative and consider recommending Council authorize a community-wide curbside residential organic waste collection program, including related bylaws and funding. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting and receiving the Civic Operations Committee minutes.
- Recommendation to introduce Solid Waste and Recyclables Amendment Bylaw No. 40-68, 2022
- Recommendation to introduce Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 43-17, 2022
- $1,200,400 from Solid Waste Reserve for organic waste program capital costs, including $120,000 for kitchen bin liners
- Addition of four FTEs to support organic waste program administration and operations
- Researcher-In-Residence update report for information
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will receive updates on landfill operations, bear-resistant cart testing, and a verbal freshet (flooding) update, along with service level reviews for street lighting and traffic signals. The meeting also includes adopting minutes from April 19, 2022, and discussing future agenda items like the Pioneer Park Project and Water Master Plan.
- Landfill Operations Update Memo
- Bear-resistant Cart Testing Memo
- Freshet Update Verbal Presentation
- Street Lighting - Service Levels Review Memo
- Traffic Signals - Service Levels Review Memo
Regular
Kamloops City Council will consider several items, including whether to fund additional Tranquille Road corridor enhancements (options ranging from $8.4M to $9M in debt), a resolution supporting a new retail cannabis licence, and a variance request for a dog limit. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bylaw adoptions, and reports.
- Tranquille Road enhancements: $8.4M (Option 1) or $9.0M (Option 2) via long-term debt, or no change (Option 3)
- Retail Cannabis Sales Licence CAN00027 for A2-726 Sydney Avenue (Central Cariboo Cannabis Supply Inc.)
- Variance to Dog Responsibility and Control Bylaw to allow four dogs at 3165 Wawn Court (recommended denial)
- Road closure and removal of dedication bylaws adjacent to 410 Tranquille Road and 116 Columbia Street
- Noble Creek Irrigation System service levels and potential self-funding within four years
Community Relations and Administration Committee
The Community Relations and Administration Committee will consider recommending that Council adopt a new Code of Conduct policy (GGL-29), repeal obsolete bylaws, and introduce an Election Procedure Amendment Bylaw. The meeting also includes updates on council member accommodation guidelines, community letters of support, and external relations. A closed session is planned for confidential negotiations.
- Recommend Council adopt Council Policy No. GGL-29, Code of Conduct
- Authorize introduction of Election Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 7-1-46
- Review guidelines for accommodation of council members
- Discuss community letters of support and external relations update
- Closed meeting for negotiations under Community Charter Section 90
Regular
Council will consider several administrative reports, including a proposed $4.75 million increase for the RCMP Battle Street Detachment Modernization project, new service levels and rate increases for the Noble Creek Irrigation System, and a bylaw to repeal the Vehicles for Hire Bylaw. They will also vote on adopting the 2022 tax rates bylaw and a housing agreement bylaw for properties on Tranquille Road and Hilltop Avenue. The agenda includes a request to schedule a closed council meeting for May 31.
- RCMP Battle Street Detachment Modernization project increase of $4.75 million funded from short-term debt (recommended) or $800,000 from Gaming Fund (alternative)
- Noble Creek Irrigation System service levels adopted, with 2022 rates set at $274.95 per irrigable hectare and direction to explore self-funding within four years of water meter installation
- Repeal of Vehicles for Hire Bylaw No. 28-18, 2003, via new Bylaw No. 28-25, 2022
- Development Permit DPM00851 for 1790 Versatile Drive, with landscape security of $43,567
- Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 22-1-118, 2022, and Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 5-3-53, 2022 (396-410 Tranquille Road and 404 Hilltop Avenue)
Regular
Kamloops City Council is meeting to approve the 2021 audited financial statements, adopt the 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw, and introduce the 2022 Tax Rates Bylaw. The agenda also includes several development-related items, including housing agreements, development permits, and zoning amendments, as well as a public hearing in the evening. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes, delegations, and committee reports.
- Adoption of 2021 Audited Financial Statements
- Adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 16-326, 2022
- Introduction of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 22-1-118, 2022
- Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 5-3-53 for social housing at 396-410 Tranquille Road and 404 Hilltop Avenue
- Public hearing on zoning amendments for 2590 Tranquille Road, 780 Windsor Avenue, and 2468 Qu'Appelle Boulevard
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will receive updates on freshet preparation, water use reductions, LED streetlights, and the Remarkable Trees Program. The main decision is recommending Council authorize a community-wide curbside organic waste collection program, including two bylaws, $1,200,400 from the Solid Waste Reserve, and four new staff positions.
- Recommend Council authorize Solid Waste and Recyclables Amendment Bylaw No. 40-68 and Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 43-17
- $1,200,400 from Solid Waste Reserve for organic waste program capital costs, including $120,000 for kitchen bin liners
- Addition of four full-time equivalent positions for organic waste program administration and operations
- Receive 2022 Freshet Preparation Memo for information
- Receive Water Use Reductions report and BC Hydro LED Streetlight Update Memo
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to adopt minutes from February 14 and March 1, 2022, and to hold a closed session under Community Charter Section 90(1)(l) to discuss municipal objectives and progress reports for the annual report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new substantive decisions or proposals listed for this meeting.
- Adoption of minutes from February 14 and March 1, 2022 meetings
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(l) for annual report discussions
- Next meeting scheduled for June 27, 2022 at 10:00 am
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on the 2022 tax rates, several rezoning and development permit applications, and a grant application for community services. They will also hear delegations from local organizations and consider a motion on parental and caregiver leave for councillors.
- 2022 Tax Rate Review: proposed residential mill rate of 3.93 per $1,000 assessed value
- Rezoning Application No. REZ00748 (780 Windsor Avenue) - first and second reading
- Rezoning Application No. REZ00749 (2590 Tranquille Road) - first and second reading
- OCP Amendment and Rezoning (2468 Qu'Appelle Boulevard) - first and second reading
- Grant application to UBCM for $1,509,400 for Strengthening Communities' Services
Public Hearing
Kamloops City Council will hold a public hearing on two proposed zoning amendments. The first would rezone 209 and 215 Royal Avenue from RT1C to RM4 to allow a 64-unit apartment-style condominium in two buildings. The second would rezone 587 9th Avenue to RM4 to permit a 15-unit strata-titled apartment development. Council will hear public input before deciding on the amendments.
- Rezone 209 and 215 Royal Ave to RM4, allow 156 units/ha for 64-unit condo (two buildings, 28 and 36 units)
- Rezone 587 9th Ave to RM4, allow 150 units/ha for 15-unit strata apartment
- Royal Ave project requires $30,000 cash-in-lieu for 5 parking spaces and $637,631 landscape security
- Royal Ave project includes 3 m road dedication and multi-use pathway along Royal Avenue
- Public hearing for both rezoning bylaws on April 5, 2022
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider amendments to the Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 49-1, focusing on definitions and schedules, after receiving conflicting feedback on enforcement. They will also recommend which supplemental budget items and funding sources to include in the final 2022–2026 Five-Year Financial Plan, covering items like a new mausoleum, inclusive playgrounds, and public Wi-Fi. The meeting includes a closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice.
- Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 49-1 amendments to Division Two (Definitions) and Division Ten (Schedules A and B)
- Supplemental budget items: 22.01 FTE for Council meetings/cameras, 22.02 New Mausoleum at Hillside Cemetery, 22.03 Inclusive playgrounds, 22.04 Equity/Diversity/Inclusion Coordinator, 22.05 Climate Action Plan funding, 22.06 Urban Wildlife Management, 22.07 City Hall LED lighting, 22.08 Public Wi-Fi, 22.09 Norbrock Stadium improvements, 22.10 Lorne Street train whistle cessation, 22.11 Tennis Centre courts, 22.12 Overlander Park washroom
- Closed meeting under Community Charter section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privileged advice
- Adoption of February 8, 2022 Committee of the Whole minutes
Board of Education, School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) and City Council
The City of Kamloops and School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) are holding a joint meeting to discuss several topics, including the use of facilities, extreme heat and smoke relief centres, updates on Parkcrest and Westmount elementary schools, the re-opening of Ralph Bell Elementary, snow removal around schools, the KamPlan official community plan, the opening of Valleyview Secondary, Glenwood Drive improvements, joint purchasing and IT ventures, and the 2022 general local election. The agenda also includes a closed meeting for discussions related to land acquisition and negotiations. The minutes from the previous joint meeting on March 23, 2021, are to be adopted.
- Discussion of extreme heat and smoke relief centres
- Update on Parkcrest Elementary School
- Westmount Elementary School traffic issues
- Ralph Bell Elementary School re-opening
- 2022 General Local Election discussion
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee is considering recommending that Council direct staff to create a policy on when public hearings are required for zoning bylaw amendments that align with the Official Community Plan, following provincial changes under Bill 26. The report outlines concerns about high-density projects in low-density areas and proposes criteria for waiving hearings, such as legalizing existing non-conforming uses or housekeeping amendments. The committee will also receive updates on the Community Climate Action Plan, North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, and Development Cost Charges Bylaw.
- Recommendation to direct Administration to bring forward a policy on public hearings for zoning amendments conforming with the OCP
- Discussion of Bill 26 changes to public hearing and notice requirements for zoning amendments
- Examples of zoning amendments that could waive public hearings, including legalizing existing duplexes and housekeeping changes
- Costs noted: $1,500 rezoning application fee, $325 average mailout, $600 newspaper notice
- Future agenda items: Community Climate Action Plan update, North Shore Neighbourhood Plan update, DCC 2022 Bylaw update
Regular
Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including authorizing grant applications for two active transportation projects, adopting a road closure bylaw, and receiving reports on RCMP statistics and departmental year-in-review. The most consequential item is the proposed $6 million Summit Drive Pedestrian and Bicycle Overpass project, which would be cost-shared with Thompson Rivers University.
- Authorize grant applications for Summit Drive Pedestrian and Bicycle Overpass ($6M) and Summit Drive Multi-Use Path ($3.6M)
- Adopt Road Closure and Removal of Dedication Bylaw No. 18-403 (adjacent to 2598 Parkview Drive)
- Issue Development Variance Permit No. DVP00620 for 1200 Summit Drive
- Receive RCMP Fourth Quarter Statistics and 2021 Year End Report
- Appoint Tracey Dabrowski and Krystina Green as Business Licence Inspectors
Regular
Kamloops City Council will hear delegations from BC Assessment and the North Shore Business Improvement Area Association, then vote on the NSBIA's 2022 budget and levy. Council will also consider a rezoning and development permit for 587 9th Avenue, adopt the RCMP's multi-year strategic plan, and receive several annual reports.
- Authorize NSBIA 2022 budget and $231,785 business association levy paid in 50% increments
- Rezoning Application REZ00746 and Development Permit DPM00850 at 587 9th Avenue
- Adopt Kamloops RCMP Multi-Year Strategic Business Plan 2022-2027
- Road Closure Bylaw No. 18-406 adjacent to 4152 Davie Road
- Adopt Election Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 7-1-45
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will receive the 2021 fourth quarter reports from the Community Services Division and Kamloops Fire Rescue, hear a delegation from the Ambulance Paramedics of BC, and receive an update from the Community Services Officer. The meeting also includes a closed session for law enforcement, solicitor-client privilege, and municipal service negotiations. Most items are for information only, with no major decisions expected.
- Delegation from Ambulance Paramedics of BC Provincial President T. Clifford (information only)
- 2021 Community Services Fourth Quarter Report (information)
- 2021 KFR Fourth Quarter Statistics Report (information)
- Community Services Officer Update memo (information)
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1) for law enforcement, solicitor-client privilege, and service negotiations
Regular
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to vote on several development-related items, including a temporary moratorium on cemetery pre-need services, a road closure bylaw, and multiple development variance and rezoning applications. Council will also consider introducing an election procedure amendment bylaw and receiving departmental reports. A public hearing is scheduled for the evening to consider a zoning amendment for a duplex at 1670/1672 Westmount Drive.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00614 for 1830 Qu'Appelle Boulevard
- Road Closure and Removal of Dedication Bylaw No. 18-405 (Nicola Street and lane between 4th and 5th Avenues)
- Moratorium on cemetery pre-need services
- Rezoning Application REZ00729 and Development Permit DPM00834 for 209 and 215 Royal Avenue
- Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-5 (1670/1672 Westmount Drive)
Civic Operations Committee
The Civic Operations Committee will receive updates on the Council Action Plan, the Bear Smart Community Program, and the Riverside Park Project, along with service level reviews for solid waste collection and street sweeping. It will also consider scheduling its next meeting for April 19, 2022. Most items are for information only, with no major decisions expected.
- Receive memo on Council Action Plan for Civic Operations
- Receive Bear Smart Community Program memo
- Receive verbal Riverside Park Project update
- Receive Solid Waste Collection service levels review memo
- Receive Street Sweeping service levels review memo
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee will consider recommending that Council stop holding public hearings for zoning bylaw amendments consistent with the Official Community Plan, and delegate authority for minor development variance permits. Members will also receive verbal updates on the Vision Zero road safety strategy, the Valleyview frontage road, and the Community Climate Action Plan. The meeting includes adopting prior minutes and a closed session for negotiations.
- Recommendation to end public hearings for zoning amendments consistent with the OCP
- Proposed amendment to Development Permit Procedure and Delegation Bylaw No. 5-1-2277, 2006 to delegate variance permit authority
- Verbal updates on Vision Zero, Valleyview Frontage Road, and Community Climate Action Plan
- Revitalization Tax Exemption (RTE) Bylaw update
- Development Cost Charges (DCC) 2022 Bylaw update process
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to approve its agenda, note the next meeting date, and hold a closed session. The closed session, under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k), concerns preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service that could harm the municipality if held publicly. No other business is listed.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service
- Next meeting scheduled for April 4, 2022, at 10:00 am
Community Relations and Administration Committee
The Community Relations and Administration Committee will receive updates on the Corporate Action Plan, Citizen Satisfaction Survey, and the launch of the Voyent Alert! emergency alert system. It will also hear reports from liaison groups and consider a closed meeting for personnel, land, and service negotiations.
- Corporate Action Plan update: 22 completed, 8 in progress, 32 ongoing action items
- Citizen Satisfaction Survey update
- Launch of Voyent Alert! Emergency Alert System
- 2022 Exemplary Service Awards
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1) for personnel, land, and service negotiations
Regular
The City of Kamloops Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting four revitalization tax exemption bylaws (for the City Centre, North Shore, hotel/motel redevelopment, and commercial daycare facilities), issuing two development variance permits, and considering a liquor licence amendment for Bright Eye Brewing. The agenda also includes administrative reports on road closures, a grant application, EV-ready parking requirements, and a rezoning application. Several items are routine approvals of minutes and reports.
- Adoption of City Centre Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-15, repealing Bylaw No. 22-4-5
- Adoption of North Shore Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-16, repealing Bylaw No. 22-4-2
- Adoption of Hotel and Motel Redevelopment Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-17
- Adoption of Commercial Daycare Facility Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-18
- Resolution of support for Bright Eye Brewing liquor licence expansion at 292/286 Tranquille Road (capacity increase to 200 persons)
Finance Committee
The Kamloops Finance Committee will hear a funding request from the Kamloops Heritage Railway Society, receive updates on the Corporate Action Plan and asset management reserves, and review fourth-quarter procurement. The committee will also consider recommending that Council direct Administration to integrate the asset management fund into budget planning and develop reporting criteria. The meeting includes a closed session for labour relations and other confidential matters.
- Kamloops Heritage Railway Society requests $215,000 annual service agreement, $146,825 for capital projects, and $116,000 for facility upgrades
- Recommendation to integrate asset management fund use into budget presentations and develop reporting criteria
- Corporate Action Plan update: 20 completed, 13 in progress, 12 ongoing action items
- Procurement update for fourth quarter 2021
- Closed meeting under Community Charter for labour relations and confidential information
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing supplemental budget items for the 2022–2026 Five-Year Financial Plan, including funding for RCMP retroactive payments, railway crossing upgrades, a new swimming lesson curriculum, and other requests. The provisional budget already requires a 4.89% property tax increase ($5.86 million). Final budget deliberations are scheduled for April 5, 2022.
- RCMP retroactive pay shortfall estimated at $1.15 million, to be funded from Working Capital Reserve
- Railway crossing upgrades at 3rd Avenue ($340,000) and Tranquille Road ($150,000) total $500,000
- Swimming lesson curriculum replacement: $110,000 in 2022, $75,000 in 2023 and 2024
- Supplemental items include new mausoleum, accessible playgrounds, EDI coordinator, climate action plan, public Wi-Fi, and more
- Public budget meeting scheduled for March 10, 2022 at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre
Community Services Committee
The Community Services Committee will receive information reports on the 2022 Community Services Division Plan, a PayByPhone app pilot project, the 2021 fourth quarter social development statistics, and highlights from three engagement groups. The agenda is largely informational, with no decisions scheduled.
- Community Services Division Plan 2022: satellite offices Downtown and North Shore, rapid response team, additional CSO staffing, sobering and assessment centre advocacy, storage of effects facility
- PayByPhone App Pilot Project memo for information
- 2021 Social and Community Development Fourth Quarter Report
- Healthy Kamloops, Heritage, and Social Planning Engagement Group highlights
Regular
Kamloops City Council will consider several development and licensing items, including a proposed development variance permit for a small lot at 1095 7th Avenue, a new retail cannabis sales licence at 125 4th Avenue, and a road closure sale to the Kelson Group. Council will also receive informational updates on transit, the strategic plan, and other summaries. The agenda includes a delegation from provincial MLAs and a request to schedule a closed meeting.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00623 and Development Permit DPM00818 for 1095 7th Avenue (rear yard setback reduction from 6 m to 3 m; staff recommend denial)
- Retail Cannabis Sales Licence Application CAN00026 for 125 4th Avenue (rescind support for CAN00011 and support new licence)
- Road closure and sale of Nicola Street and lane between 4th and 5th Avenues to the Kelson Group (release from closed meeting)
- Development and Land Use Applications Fee Bylaw Amendment No. 5-1-2969, 2022 (telecommunications towers)
- Development Permit DPM00848 for 300-970 McMaster Way (landscape security $140,146)
Regular
The City of Kamloops Council is meeting to decide on several items, including authorizing a short-term facility use permit for a day space for people experiencing homelessness, approving grant applications, and introducing revitalization tax exemption bylaws. They will also consider a notice of motion on extreme-weather shelters and adopt several bylaws related to property development.
- Authorize short-term facility use permit with Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society and The Mustard Seed for day space at 48 Victoria Street West, April 1 to October 31, 2022
- Apply for up to $25,000 Emergency Support Services enhancement grant from Union of BC Municipalities
- Introduce four revitalization tax exemption bylaws (City Centre, North Shore, Hotel/Motel, Commercial Daycare)
- Transfer $400,000 from Working Capital Reserve for Juniper East emergency access road upgrade
- Adopt Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 46-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2967 for 1830 Qu'Appelle Boulevard and 2213 Coldwater Drive
Development and Sustainability Committee
The Development and Sustainability Committee is meeting to receive updates on several strategic initiatives, including the Vision Zero road safety strategy, the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, EV-ready parking, and the 2022 meeting calendar. They will also discuss a potential bylaw on single-use plastic bags and hear reports from the Transportation Advisory Commission. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the previous meeting and setting future meeting dates.
- Vision Zero Strategy and Action Plan update, aiming for zero fatalities or serious injuries by 2039
- North Shore Neighbourhood Plan update (verbal)
- EV-Ready Parking update (verbal)
- Municipal Single Use Plastic Bag Bylaw Authority discussion (verbal)
- 2022 Committee meeting calendar: March 7, June 13, September 26, December 12
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to adopt minutes from December 14, 2021, and to consider holding a closed session immediately after the open meeting. The closed session would discuss land acquisition or disposition and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service, citing confidentiality under the Community Charter. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Adoption of December 14, 2021, Committee of the Whole minutes
- Closed meeting under Community Charter section 90(1)(e) for land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Closed meeting under section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
- Closed meeting under section 90(2)(b) for confidential information on negotiations with provincial or federal governments
Regular
The Kamloops City Council will consider several development-related items, including a delegation from the Kamloops Food Policy Council on food security, and decide on three development permit applications. The council will also hold a public hearing for a zoning bylaw amendment and consider adopting a previously held zoning bylaw.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00623 and Development Permit DPM00818 for 1095 7th Avenue (Lot B) - staff recommend denial
- Development Permit DPM00839 for 3500 Valleyview Drive - includes $396,331 landscape security and $42,000 cash-in-lieu parking
- Development Permit DPM00845 for 470 and 476 Victoria Street - includes $62,046 landscape security
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5-1-2968 for 2728 Thompson Drive - adoption recommended
- Public Hearing for Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 55-2 (229 Harper Road) - rezone from RS2S to RS1 for a six-lot subdivision