Kamloops public meetings in 2024
56 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular (1:30 PM) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The Kamloops City Council is meeting to consider adopting several bylaws, including water, sewer, and solid waste rate amendments, and multiple rezoning applications. They will also hear a delegation from Foundry Kamloops, a youth services project, and discuss a housing needs report and an electric scooter pilot project. A public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 pm on three zoning bylaw amendments.
- Adoption of Waterworks Amendment Bylaw No. 12-75, setting new water rates effective January 1, 2025 (e.g., $332.09 annual fixed capital charge for 20mm service)
- Adoption of Sanitary Sewer Amendment Bylaw No. 32-85 and Solid Waste, Recyclables, and Organics Amendment Bylaw No. 40-73
- Zoning amendments for 1680 Aberdeen Drive, 2001/2013/2019 Glenwood Drive, 1920 Copperhead Drive, 5874 Dallas Drive, and 1705 Pacific Way
- Public hearing on rezoning for 1744 Kelly Douglas Road (indoor virtual golf), small-scale multi-unit housing regulations, and liquor service until 3:00 am on New Year's Day
- Authorization to participate in provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project and establish a shared-service agreement for e-scooter/e-bike rentals
Economic Health Select Committee - 09 Dec 2024 (1:30 PM)
The Economic Health Select Committee will hear two delegations: one from local business improvement associations and the chamber of commerce reviewing the 2024 Community Safety Report and discussing next steps, and another from the Sc.wén̓wen Economic Development Corporation and Azure Sustainable Fuels about economic development on Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc reserve lands, including the proposed 7 Mile Renewable Fuels Production Facility. The committee will also adopt minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting.
- Delegation from NSBIA, KCBIA, and Chamber of Commerce on 2024 Community Safety Report impacts and collaboration
- Delegation from SEDC, KIBDC, and Azure Sustainable Fuels on economic development and engagement opportunities
- Proposed 7 Mile Renewable Fuels Production Facility on TteS lands north of CN Junction Road
- Adoption of June 18, 2024 committee minutes
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee - 03 Dec 2024 (10:00 AM)
The Livability and Sustainability Select Committee will review a restoration plan for St. Andrew's on the Square, a heritage building damaged by fire in May 2024, and receive highlights from the Transportation Advisory Commission. The committee will also adopt minutes from its September 9, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes these two substantive items and routine procedural matters.
- St. Andrew's on the Square restoration plan: repairs expected to start early 2025, reopening targeted for summer/fall 2025
- Transportation Advisory Commission highlights: Red Bridge update, Pedestrian Crossing Upgrade Program, construction traffic plans
- Adoption of September 9, 2024 committee minutes
- Bike Valet pilot program: over 2,000 bicycles parked, $20,000 grant from BC Cycling Coalition (from minutes)
- Retrofit Assist program launching fall 2024 to help homeowners with energy efficiency (from minutes)
Special Council (2:00 PM)
This is a special council meeting with a land acknowledgement, civil discourse statement, and agenda approval. The main business is appointing a Deputy Mayor for December 2024 and hearing an address from Councillor Bill Sarai, followed by adjournment.
- Appointment of Deputy Mayor for December 2024
- Address by Councillor Bill Sarai
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee - 02 Dec 2024 (1:30 PM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee is meeting to handle routine agenda items and member reports. The main substantive action is a recommendation to move into a closed meeting to discuss land acquisition or disposition and preliminary negotiations for municipal services, citing confidentiality provisions of the Community Charter.
- 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 from provincial or federal negotiations
Safety and Security Select Committee - 28 Nov 2024 (2:00 PM)
The Safety and Security Select Committee will receive third-quarter 2024 updates from the Kamloops RCMP, Municipal Support Services, Community Services, Kamloops Fire Rescue, Emergency Management, and the Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition. The committee will also consider adopting the September 26, 2024 minutes and may move into a closed meeting for discussions on labour relations, property security, law enforcement, and preliminary service negotiations.
- RCMP Q3 report: break and enter to businesses down 55%, theft of motor vehicles down 19%, theft from motor vehicles down 61% year-over-year
- Break and enter to residences up 65% year-over-year
- Increase of 151% in enforcement due to overturning of decriminalization in public spaces
- Kamloops Fire Rescue Q3 report and Emergency Support Services Q3 update
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(c), (d), (f), (k)
Regular - 26 Nov 2024 (1:30 PM)
This is a regular City of Kamloops Council meeting with several development applications, bylaw readings, and administrative reports. Council will vote on issuing a development variance permit and a temporary use permit, introduce several zoning and utility bylaws, and consider authorizing public notices for rezonings. The agenda also includes a request to schedule a closed council meeting and a report on free downtown weekend parking for December 2024.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00670 for 2698 Thompson Drive
- Temporary Use Permit TUP00063 for 142 Tranquille Road (emergency shelter)
- Waterworks, Sanitary Sewer, and Solid Waste amendment bylaws (12-75, 32-85, 40-73)
- Rezoning applications for 1680 Aberdeen Drive, 2001/2013/2019 Glenwood Drive, and 1744 Kelly Douglas Road
- Free downtown weekend on-street parking for December 2024
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee - 21 Nov 2024 (10:00 AM)
The Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee will discuss proposed updates to Council Procedure Bylaw No. 59, including removing Public Inquiries and other changes to improve meeting efficiency and civility. The committee will also hear a delegation from the Kamloops Mounted Patrol and consider rescinding the Class 4 Major Industry Tax Policy.
- Proposed 2024 Council Procedure Bylaw updates, including removing Public Inquiries and the Reading, and limiting delegations to two per meeting
- Delegation from Kamloops Mounted Patrol on activities over the past year
- Recommendation to rescind Council Policy No. GGL-27, Class 4 Major Industry Tax Rates
- 2024 Quarter 2 and 3 Procurement Memo
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(k), (1)(l), and (2)(b)
Committee of the Whole - 19 Nov 2024 (10:00 AM)
The Committee of the Whole will consider recommendations on the Civic Facilities Master Plan, including a $2,000,000 capital funding increase for civic facilities maintenance and adding two full-time staff positions. They will also discuss format changes to the Financial Plan Bylaw and confirm inclusions in the 2025-2029 provisional budget, such as RCMP members and reserve funding. The meeting includes adopting minutes from October 29, 2024.
- Recommendation to increase civic facilities capital maintenance funding by $2,000,000 from Asset Management (Infrastructure) Reserve
- Proposal to add two full-time equivalent staff (Facilities Architect/Engineer and Civic Operations/GIS Technologist) in 2025
- Financial Plan Bylaw format changes for 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan
- Confirm inclusion of Asset Management Reserve, CCAP Reserve, 5 additional RCMP members, and Build Kamloops contribution in 2025 provisional budget
- Adoption of October 29, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes
Regular (1:30 PM)
Kamloops City Council is deciding on several items, including adopting a purpose-built rental development tax exemption bylaw, a zoning amendment for 1450 Pearson Place, and proposed 2025 utility rate increases. Council will also consider a closed meeting request and receive reports on housing targets and a digital strategy.
- Adoption of Purpose-Built Rental Development Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-21
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-67 for 1450 Pearson Place
- Proposed 5% sewer, 15% water, and 5% solid waste rate increases for 2025
- Development Variance Permit for 2698 Thompson Drive
- Temporary Use Permit for 142 Tranquille Road
Committee of the Whole - 29 Oct 2024 (10:00 AM)
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the final Civic Facilities Master Plan and will recommend that Council increase capital maintenance funding for civic facilities by $2 million annually (to $3.5 million total) and add two full-time staff positions. The plan, funded by a $750,000 provincial grant, assessed 190 facilities with a replacement value of $1.5 billion. The committee will also consider holding a closed meeting for confidential matters.
- Recommendation to increase civic facilities capital maintenance funding by $2,000,000 annually, funded from the Asset Management (Infrastructure) Reserve
- Proposal to add two full-time staff: a Facilities Architect or Engineer and a Civic Operations/GIS Technologist in Q2 2025 budget
- Civic Facilities Master Plan summary: 190 facilities assessed, replacement value $1.5 billion, current maintenance budget at 0.10% of value
- Closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), (d), (f), (k) for labour relations, property security, law enforcement, and preliminary service negotiations
Regular - 22 Oct 2024 (1:30 PM)
Council will consider introducing a revitalization tax exemption bylaw for new purpose-built rental housing of 10+ units in core areas, along with updates to the Council Procedure Bylaw and several grant applications. The meeting also includes approving the 2025 meeting calendar and a request to hold a closed meeting on November 5, 2024.
- Purpose-Built Rental Housing Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-21, 2024
- 2025 Council Meeting Calendar approval
- Tranquille Road Active Transportation Grant application (up to $500,000)
- Green Municipal Fund tree planting application ($221,000)
- Brock Arena Ice Plant Replacement grant application
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee - 21 Oct 2024 (1:30 PM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee will consider a staff recommendation to authorize designing the arena multiplex on Hillside Drive to a maximum of four rinks, based on site constraints and operational needs. The committee will also receive a verbal update on programming concepts for the multiplex and may enter a closed meeting to discuss land acquisition and municipal service negotiations.
- Recommendation to Council: authorize designing arena multiplex to maximum of four rinks
- Staff report concludes four-sheet layout is best fit for Hillside Drive site; six-sheet would require more earthworks and land acquisition
- Verbal report on programming concepts for arena multiplex by Sport, Recreation and Wellness Manager Holmes
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) and (k) for land acquisition/disposition and municipal service negotiations
- Adoption of minutes from September 4, 2024 meeting
Regular (1:30 PM) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
Kamloops City Council will consider several items, including a decision on whether to use fireworks or drones for Canada Day 2025, and a rezoning application to allow a commercial daycare at 1510 9th Avenue. Council will also vote on a road closure bylaw for properties on Tranquille Road, and authorize grant applications for a watershed climate change adaptation study.
- Bylaw No. 18-412: Road closure and removal of dedication for 422/424 and 414 Tranquille Road
- Rezoning Application REZ00821: Site-specific rezoning of 1510 9th Avenue to allow commercial daycare in RM3 zone
- Canada Day 2025: Direction on fireworks (approx. $25,000) vs drone show (approx. $45,000)
- Watershed Climate Change Adaptation Study: $400,000 study, seeking grant support from UBCM and Ministry
- Closed Council Meeting scheduled for Oct 22, 2024, under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), (g), (i), (k)
Safety and Security Select Committee - 26 Sep 2024 (10:00 AM)
The Safety and Security Select Committee will receive second-quarter 2024 updates from the RCMP, Municipal Support Services, Community Services, Kamloops Fire Rescue, and Emergency Support Services. The RCMP report highlights a 39% drop in business break-ins but a 32% rise in residential break-ins, plus a 21% increase in motor vehicle thefts. The committee will also consider going into a closed meeting for labour, property security, and law enforcement matters.
- RCMP Q2 2024: break and enter to businesses down 39%, residences up 32%
- Theft of motor vehicles up 21% in Q2 2024
- ReVOII program now has 21 participants, 11 in Kamloops, 5 in custody
- Fire Rescue Q2 report and Emergency Support Services Q2 update
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(c), (d), (f)
Regular - 24 Sep 2024 (1:30 PM)
Council will consider adopting two loan authorization bylaws for the Kamloops Centre for the Arts and an Arena Multiplex and Recreation Initiatives, following successful alternative approval processes. The meeting also includes decisions on permissive tax exemptions, a liquor licence for The Canadian Brewhouse, and a rezoning application for a daycare.
- Adopt Kamloops Centre for the Arts Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 57-1, 2024
- Adopt Arena Multiplex and Future Development Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 57-2
- Adopt permissive tax exemption bylaws for not-for-profits and places of worship
- Support liquor primary licence for The Canadian Brewhouse at 600-1320 Trans-Canada Highway West, with 426-person capacity and set hours
- Introduce rezoning bylaw for 1510 9th Avenue to allow a commercial daycare in RM3 zone
Regular (1:30 PM) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The Kamloops City Council will decide on several bylaws and reports, including a $11.9 million application to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation's Housing Accelerator Fund to boost housing supply. The agenda also includes adoption of zoning and official community plan amendments, permissive tax exemptions for not-for-profits and places of worship, and a public hearing on multiple rezoning and covenant discharge applications. Delegations will address seniors' issues, literacy programs, and a 4-H event.
- Application for $11.9M from CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund to remove housing barriers
- Adoption of OCP and zoning amendments for 5885 Todd Road (multi-unit development)
- Adoption of zoning amendment for 1893 Trans-Canada Highway East
- Permissive tax exemption bylaws for not-for-profits and places of worship
- Public hearing on rezoning 2550 Ord Road from Agricultural to RM4 for multi-unit development
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee - 09 Sep 2024 (11:00 AM)
The Livability and Sustainability Select Committee will receive verbal updates on the Bike Valet, Retrofit Assist Program, and E-Kick Scooter Pilot Program, along with reports from the Transportation Advisory Commission, Active Transportation Engagement Group, and Social and Community Development. The committee will also adopt minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting. No formal decisions are on the agenda; items are for discussion and information.
- Verbal report on Bike Valet service
- Verbal report on Retrofit Assist Program
- Verbal report on E-Kick Scooter Pilot Program
- Transportation Advisory Commission highlights (June 5, 2024 meeting)
- Active Transportation Engagement Group survey results (82% agree plan is significant improvement)
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee (1:30 PM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee is meeting to receive verbal reports from four working groups (Finance, User Engagement, Communications, and Concept Development) and to adopt minutes from the July 22, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Adoption of July 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Verbal report from Finance Working Group (Corporate Services Director Hallinan)
- Verbal report from User Engagement Working Group (Deputy CAO McCorkell)
- Verbal report from Communications Working Group (Communications Manager Rodrigue)
- Verbal report from Concept Development Working Group (Civic Operations Director Fretz)
Regular - 27 Aug 2024 (1:30 PM)
Kamloops City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting two bylaws, authorizing public hearings for rezoning and covenant changes, and approving a transit service expansion with BC Transit. They will also consider permissive tax exemptions for not-for-profit and worship properties, and schedule a closed meeting.
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-62 for 607 Porterfield Road, allowing up to four units (two single-family dwellings with suites).
- Adopt Solid Waste, Recyclables, and Organics Amendment Bylaw No. 40-72 (bear-resistant carts).
- Authorize public hearing for rezoning 1450 Pearson Place to permit a 325 m² counselling and therapy office.
- Authorize public notice for rezoning 327 Fortune Drive, 321 Fortune Drive, and 285 Leigh Road to RM4, allowing up to 54 units.
- Authorize MOU with BC Transit for 13,800 additional conventional transit hours and 1,300 custom transit hours, starting September 2025.
Regular - 13 Aug 2024 (1:30 PM)
Kamloops Council will decide on several items, including a rezoning application for 2550 Ord Road to allow a future multi-unit development, and a bylaw amendment to fund and purchase 300 bear-resistant garbage carts. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes, a request for a closed meeting, and routine administrative items.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-66 for 6411 Dallas Drive to be read and adopted
- OCP and rezoning applications for 2550 Ord Road to change from Agricultural to Urban and RM4 zoning
- Investment of $65,000 for 245 L bear-resistant carts funded through Solid Waste Reserve
- Initial purchase of 300 bear-resistant garbage carts
- Request to schedule a Closed Council Meeting on August 27, 2024
Regular - 30 Jul 2024 (1:30 pm)
Council will consider authorizing the Alternative Approval Process for two loan authorization bylaws (Kamloops Centre for the Arts and Arena Multiplex and Recreation Initiatives), setting the elector response deadline and approving forms. It will also decide on several development permits, zoning amendments, and other administrative items.
- Alternative Approval Process for Loan Authorization Bylaws 57-1 and 57-2, with 87,131 eligible electors and 10% threshold of 8,713
- Development Variance Permit DVP00666 for 1775 Pratt Road to reduce lot frontage from 76m to 20m
- Adoption of Bylaws 51-2 (Development Permit Procedure), 51-3 (Application Fees), and 3-46 (Bylaw Enforcement Delegation)
- Zoning amendments for 635 McGowan Avenue, 959-977 St. Paul Street, 360 Columbia Street, and 607 Porterfield Road
- Development permits with landscape security: $21,685 (McGowan), $68,000 (St. Paul), $706,025 (Columbia)
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee (9:00 am)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee will consider adopting minutes from its June 4, 2024 meeting, receive updates on the upcoming Build Kamloops Celebration of the Arts, and review options for an alternative approval process. The committee will also hear verbal reports from liaison and working groups and may move into a closed meeting to discuss preliminary negotiations for a municipal service.
- Build Kamloops Celebration of the Arts event on July 29, 2024 at 393 Seymour Street, with proceeds by donation to local arts organizations
- Alternative Approval Process options based on practices from Kelowna, Prince George, North Vancouver, and Kitimat-Stikine
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary negotiations on a municipal service
Regular (9:30 am) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting bylaws to rezone the Pineridge Golf Course (4725 Trans-Canada Highway East) for up to 450 residential units, a park, and open space. They will also decide on several other rezoning and development permit applications, delegate authority for development permits, and discuss business improvement areas and extreme heat planning.
- Public hearing and adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw 46-23 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 55-54 for 4725 Trans-Canada Highway East (Pineridge Golf Course) to allow up to 450 residential units
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 55-48 (887 Lolo Street) and 55-52 (660 Stansfield Road)
- Rezoning and development permits for 635 McGowan Avenue, 959-977 St. Paul Street, 360 Columbia Street, 607 Porterfield Road, 1775 Pratt Road, and 3035 Airport Road
- Introduction of North Shore and East Kamloops Business Improvement Area bylaws with counter-petition deadline of August 23, 2024
- Delegation of bylaw enforcement authority and development permit issuance
Safety and Security Select Committee (10:00 am)
The Safety and Security Select Committee is reviewing first-quarter reports from the Kamloops RCMP, Municipal Support Services, Kamloops Fire Rescue, and the Community Services Division. These reports provide statistical updates on crime trends, emergency service operations, and community safety initiatives.
- Kamloops RCMP 2024 First Quarter Update
- Municipal Support Services - RCMP Division 2024 First Quarter Update
- Kamloops Fire Rescue First Quarter 2024 Report
- Community Services Division First Quarter 2024 Statistics Review
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee (1:00 pm)
The committee is reviewing findings from a series of seven neighbourhood meetings designed to gather resident feedback on the Council Strategic Plan. The report details attendance levels across various Kamloops neighbourhoods and summarizes resident priorities regarding safety, livability, and sustainability.
- Presentation of Community + Council Conversations pilot project findings
- Delegation from Tourism Kamloops regarding Riverside Park Concession
- Review of First Quarter 2024 Procurement Memo
- Discussion of the 2024 Citizen Satisfaction Survey working group
Regular - 25 Jun 2024 (9:30 am)
The City of Kamloops is considering loan authorization bylaws for the Kamloops Centre of the Arts and an Arena Multiplex. Council is also reviewing a proposal for city-wide bear-resistant garbage and organics carts.
- Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 57-1 for Kamloops Centre of the Arts
- Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 57-2 for Arena Multiplex and Future Development
- Implementation of bear-resistant 120 L garbage and organics carts
- $195,000 investment for bear-resistant carts from Solid Waste Reserve
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-61, 2024
Committee of the Whole - 18 Jun 2024 (10:00 am)
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and a land acknowledgement. The committee also plans to hold a closed meeting regarding municipal service negotiations.
- Approval of May 7, 2024, Committee of the Whole minutes
- Closed meeting regarding municipal service negotiations
Economic Health Select Committee - 18 Jun 2024 (1:00 pm)
The Economic Health Select Committee will hear a presentation from Venture Kamloops regarding their 2023 and 2024 activities. The committee will also receive a verbal update from the Director of Development, Engineering, and Sustainability Services regarding the Housing Accelerator Fund.
- Presentation by Venture Kamloops on 2023 and 2024 activities
- Verbal update on the Housing Accelerator Fund
Regular (9:30 am) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
Council will consider several bylaws to implement provincial legislation regarding transit-oriented areas and residential development. The meeting includes a public hearing to discuss changes to the Official Community Plan and zoning to accommodate increased density near transit exchanges.
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-40 (569 and 575 Seymour Street, and 344 6th Avenue)
- Adoption of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 5-3-56 (569 and 575 Seymour Street, and 344 6th Avenue)
- Adoption of Solid Waste, Recyclables, and Organics Amendment Bylaw No. 40-71, 2024
- Public hearing for Bill 47 Transit-Oriented Areas (Bylaws 46-22 and 55-53)
- Public hearing for Bill 44 Residential Development Permit Area (Bylaw 46-25)
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee - 04 Jun 2024 (9:30 AM)
The committee is reviewing a proposal to implement city-wide bear-resistant garbage and organics carts. Members will also receive information regarding the Urban Wildlife Strategy and highlights from the Active Transportation Engagement Group.
- Implementation of 120 L bear-resistant garbage and organics carts
- $195,000 initial investment for carts funded by Solid Waste Reserve
- $20 annual increase to bear-resistant cart lease fees
- Urban Wildlife Strategy presentation
- Active Transportation Engagement Group Highlights Memo
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee is reviewing information regarding Bill 46, which introduces amenity cost charges as a new development finance tool. This tool allows local governments to collect funds from new developments to pay for capital costs of amenities like community centres, libraries, and daycares. The committee is also reviewing previous minutes and updates on the Build Kamloops initiative.
- Discussion of Bill 46 - Housing Statutes (Development Financing) Amendment Act
- Review of Amenity Cost Charges for community centres, libraries, and daycares
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 11 and April 15, 2024
- Information session on amenity cost charge implementation and restrictions
Regular - 28 May 2024 (9:30 am)
The City of Kamloops is considering several bylaw amendments to implement provincial housing requirements for small-scale multi-unit housing and transit-oriented areas. Council will also review a liquor primary licence application for the Sandbar Grill and a development permit for 1600 Aberdeen Drive.
- Proposed Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendments for Bill 47 Transit-Oriented Areas
- Proposed Bylaw amendments for Bill 44 small-scale, multi-unit housing zoning
- Liquor primary licence application for Sandbar Grill at 10-177 Tranquille Road
- Development Permit No. DPM00991 for 1600 Aberdeen Drive requiring $427,300 in landscape security
- Development Variance Permit No. DVP00658 for 3279 Schubert Road
Regular (9:30 am) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The City Council will consider adopting the 2024 Financial Plan and Tax Rates Bylaws. The meeting also includes discussions on forming the East Kamloops Business Improvement Area and several development permit applications.
- Establishment of the East Kamloops Business Improvement Area (EKBIA)
- Adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 16-329
- Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 22-1-120
- Rezoning application for 989 McGill Place
- Rezoning application for 1893 Trans-Canada Highway East
Committee of the Whole - 07 May 2024 (10:00 am)
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a report on how senior government policy changes affect City budgets and service delivery. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan and proposed housing legislation amendments.
- Report on financial impacts of higher-level government policy changes
- Proposed amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 55 and Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 46-1
- Funding for 500 block Victoria Street streetscape project ($775,000 shortfall)
- Drainage program capital funding increase of $1.1 million in 2025 and 2026
- Funding agreements for community-based organizations via taxation
Regular
The City Council will discuss a 2024 tax rate review and a proposed 10-year property tax exemption for new purpose-built rental buildings. The agenda also includes several development permits, liquor licence amendments, and various bylaw adoptions.
- 2024 Tax Rate Review and potential changes to Major Industry Tax Rates
- Proposed 10-year property tax exemption for new purpose-built rental buildings of 10+ units
- Liquor licence entertainment endorsement for Stills Co. Tapas & Cocktails at 501 Lansdowne Street
- Development Permit for 1270 Rogers Way requiring $90,755 in landscape security and $120,000 in parking fees
- Development Permit for 652 Dunes Drive requiring $54,500 in landscape security
Safety and Security Select Committee
The Safety and Security Select Committee will receive verbal reports on various public safety initiatives, including KFR medical response and RCMP foot patrols. The meeting also includes an overview of the second year of the Building Safer Communities Fund.
- Building Safer Communities Fund $2.4 million grant overview
- KFR Medical Response verbal report
- Building Safer Communities Fund: Year 2 Overview
- Block Watch Program and Kamloops Community Patrols Program report
- CSO Program 24 Hour Capacity report
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee
The committee is reviewing updates to permissive tax exemption policies and a proposed reduction to the Class 4 mill rate. Members are also discussing the formation of a working group for a new citizen satisfaction survey.
- Proposed grant in lieu for Oncore Seniors Society at 444 St. Paul Street
- Proposed Class 4 mill rate reduction to $41.83 per $1,000 of assessed value
- Rescission of Council Policy GGL-27 Class 4 Major Industry Tax Rate
- Formation of a working group for the 2024 Citizen Satisfaction Survey
- Review of Community + Council Conversation summaries
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee is reviewing communication updates and required amenities for city facilities. The committee also reviewed past decisions regarding the Kamloops Centre for the Arts and age-friendly programming.
- $7 million in short-term debt for Kamloops Centre for the Arts validation and design
- Build Kamloops Communication and Engagement Update
- Build Kamloops Facilities - Required Amenities and Services report
- Age-Friendly Programs and Services Update
Regular (1:30 pm) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The City Council will consider several zoning amendments, including a public hearing for a six-storey hotel at 1270 Rogers Way. The meeting also includes discussions on a new cultural strategic plan and various development permits.
- Public hearing for a six-storey, 157-room hotel at 1270 Rogers Way
- Rezoning application for 989 McGill Place for office and education uses
- Liquor licence capacity increase for On the Rocks Pub & Grill at 1265 Rogers Way
- Adoption of the You Are Here Kamloops Cultural Strategic Plan 2024-2034
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-46 requiring a $35,685 sidewalk upgrade contribution
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee
The Livability and Sustainability Select Committee is reviewing reports from various advisory and engagement groups. These reports cover updates on transportation projects, active transportation planning, and social planning engagement for the first quarter of 2024.
- Transportation Advisory Commission highlights from March 2023 to March 2024
- Active Transportation Engagement Group highlights from September 2023 to March 2024
- $500,000 grant for the Highway 5a Multi-Use Pathway Project
- Climate Action Grant evaluation criteria discussion
- Q1 2024 reports for Early Learning, Child Care, and Social Planning engagement groups
Special Council
This special meeting includes a request to move into a closed session immediately following the open meeting. The closed session is requested under the Community Charter to discuss labour relations or other employee relations.
- Request for immediate closed session regarding labour relations
- Proposal to add land acquisition and litigation to the April 9, 2024, closed meeting agenda
Economic Health Select Committee
The Economic Health Select Committee will review industrial development cost charges and consider options for new rental housing tax exemptions. Staff will also present an updated action plan to prioritize economic health initiatives for 2024.
- Review of industrial development cost charges
- Proposal for 10-year property tax exemptions for purpose-built rental buildings of 10+ units
- Discussion on whether to exempt for-profit affordable rental housing from development cost charges
- Prioritization of the 2024 Council Action Plan
- Update on the Southwest Sector Industrial Land Strategy
Regular (1:30 PM) / Public Hearing (7:00 PM)
Council will consider several rezoning applications and development permits, including projects on Tranquille Road and Stansfield Road. The meeting also includes discussions on a new bike valet pilot program and the implementation of a Clean the Beach Program.
- Rezoning and development permit for 2442 and 2448 Tranquille Road
- Rezoning and development variance permit for 660 Stansfield Road
- Rezoning and development permit for 1270 Rogers Way ($120,000 parking fee)
- Allocation of $69,500 for a downtown bike valet service pilot program
- Implementation of Clean the Beach Program ($21,000 total funding)
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee
The committee will meet to approve the agenda and conduct member reports. A closed meeting is recommended to discuss land acquisition, municipal service negotiations, and intergovernmental discussions.
- Closed meeting regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Closed meeting regarding preliminary municipal service negotiations
- Closed meeting regarding negotiations with provincial or federal governments
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing supplemental budget items for the 2024–2028 Five-Year Financial Plan. Discussions include proposed zoning amendments for provincial housing legislation and a business case for a new Kamloops Fire Rescue medical response unit.
- Proposed $1,000,000 allocation for Sandman Center Roof Replacement in 2027
- Proposed $5,000,000 total allocation from the Canada Community-Building Fund (2024-2026)
- Business case for a KFR Medical Response Unit with estimated 2024 costs of $1,079,000
- Proposed zoning and Official Community Plan bylaw amendments for housing legislation
- Discussion of supplemental budget items including Todd Road sidewalk and Rose Hill Road pathway
Regular (1:30 pm) / Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The City Council will consider several rezoning and development applications, including projects at 520 Lorne Street and 8th Street. The meeting also includes discussions on drought response bylaws and a grant application for development staff positions.
- Development Permit and Variance Permit for 520 Lorne Street
- Rezoning and OCP amendments for 2720, 2725, and 2800 Bentall Drive
- Rezoning application for 887 Lolo Street
- Grant application for $150,000 to fund development staff positions
- Public hearing for a mixed-use and senior housing project at 1006, 1014, and 1024 8th Street
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed changes to the 2024 provisional budget and the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan. Discussions include potential adjustments to the Asset Management Reserve and the Climate Action Levy to manage taxation requirements.
- Proposed changes to the 2024 Provisional Budget and 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan
- Options for Asset Management Reserve contributions, including $1.0 million for Sandman Roof Replacement in 2027
- Options for Climate Action Levy taxation contributions
- KFR Medical Response Unit Council Request
- Community requests for Todd Road sidewalk, Rose Hill Road pedestrian pathway, and 500 Block Victoria Street streetscape
City of Kamloops and Board of Education School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) Council Meeting
The City of Kamloops and School District No. 73 will meet to discuss various educational and municipal topics. Discussion items include transit options for schools, daycare updates, and rural school matters.
- Discussion: Outdoor Education Academy
- Discussion: High School Completion Rates
- Discussion: Cell Phones in schools
- Discussion: Transit and transportation options for schools
- Discussion: Daycare update
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee
The Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee is reviewing proposals for a new citizen satisfaction survey and a revised plan for a marquee sign project. The committee is also receiving updates on council strategic plan priorities and procurement activities.
- Funding up to $30,000 for a Citizen Satisfaction Survey to be completed in fall 2024
- Proposed $15,000 annual funding for biennial citizen satisfaction surveys
- Cancellation of the initial marquee sign project
- Return of $90,000 to the Gaming Reserve from the marquee sign project
- Review of Council Action Item Prioritization for the Governance and Service Excellence pillar
Regular
The City Council is reviewing several development permits, a zoning amendment bylaw, and updates to the Parks Master Plan. The meeting also includes presentations on the Kamloops Community Land Trust and the Rocky Mountain Rangers.
- $7 million in short-term debt for Kamloops Centre for the Arts design phase
- $100,000 for updating the City of Kamloops Parks Master Plan
- $87,454 landscape security payment for 1305 Battle Street development
- Zoning Amendment Procedure Bylaw No. 56
- Addition of 'Balquhidder' (405 McGill Road) to the Heritage Register
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee
The Livability and Sustainability Select Committee is reviewing several municipal initiatives, including an electric kick scooter pilot and a bike valet service. The committee will also consider prioritizing 2024 actions for the Council Strategic Plan and approving various climate action grants.
- Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project consultation proposal
- Bike Valet Service Pilot Program development
- Climate Action Grant Program approvals totaling $23,236 across 16 applicants
- Climate Action Plan Implementation Status verbal report
- Accessibility for Transit Bus Stop Upgrade Program verbal report
Safety and Security Select Committee
The Safety and Security Select Committee will receive several information updates regarding municipal services. These include 2023 quarterly statistics for the RCMP, Kamloops Fire Rescue, and the Community Services Division.
- Block Watch Update
- Municipal Support Services RCMP 2023 Update
- Kamloops RCMP Status Report - Fourth Quarter 2023
- Kamloops Fire Rescue Fourth Quarter Report
- Community Services Division Fourth Quarter Statistics 2023
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm) and Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
Council will consider a rezoning bylaw for 3035 Airport Road to create a new comprehensive development zone. The meeting also includes a discussion on a liquor primary licence application for 422 Tranquille Road and a request for a $30,000 emergency services grant.
- Liquor primary licence application for Effie Arts Collective at 422 Tranquille Road
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-47 for 3035 Airport Road
- Grant application for up to $30,000 from the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund
- Release of $1,218,739.53 from the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Recreation Trust Fund
- Amendments to Memorial Bench and Tree Program sponsorship prices
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee is reviewing funding for the Kamloops Centre for the Arts validation and detailed design phase. The committee is also receiving updates on age-friendly programs, parking availability, and various working group reports.
- $7 million in short-term debt requested for Kamloops Centre for the Arts validation and detailed design
- Age-Friendly Programs and Services update regarding community gaps in senior activity centres
- Parking Availability memo for information
- Build Kamloops Multi-Working Group Highlight Memo
- Concept Development Working Group Highlight Memo
Regular
The City Council will consider a rezoning application for 3035 Airport Road and a new liquor licence for Effie Arts Collective at 422 Tranquille Road. Additionally, staff are proposing the creation of a full-time FireSmart Coordinator position funded initially by the Working Capital Reserve.
- Rezoning Application No. REZ00805 (3035 Airport Road)
- Liquor Licence Application No. LIQ00189 (422 Tranquille Road)
- Proposal to create a full-time FireSmart Coordinator position
- Noble Creek Irrigation System report for information
- Notice of Motion regarding financial impact of provincial downloading