Kamloops public meetings in 2025
44 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Economic Health Select Committee (2:00 pm)
The Economic Health Select Committee will adopt the minutes of its July 10, 2025 meeting. It will receive delegations from Dr. Peter Tsigaris on city job‑market statistics and from the Kamloops & District Chamber of Commerce on land‑trust, tax‑policy and healthcare issues. Service‑level updates on the Development Cost Charges Bylaw, Business Licence and Building Permit statistics, and the Density Bonus Bylaw will be reviewed, each noted as no action required. The committee will also confirm proposed 2026 meeting dates.
- Adoption of July 10, 2025 Economic Health Select Committee minutes
- Delegation from Dr. Peter Tsigaris (TRU) on job‑market and unemployment data
- Delegation from Kamloops & District Chamber of Commerce on land‑trust, tax policy, and healthcare
- Service Levels/Plans – Development Cost Charges Bylaw Update (no action required)
- Service Levels/Plans – Density Bonus Bylaw Update (no action required)
Safety and Security Select Committee (10:00 am)
The Safety and Security Select Committee will review reports on RCMP Victim Services, graffiti, and the 2025 FireSmart Program. No formal actions are required for these items. The committee will also propose meeting dates for 2026.
- RCMP Victim Services update on 24/7 on-call crisis intervention and client volume
- Graffiti update from Community Services Supervisor (Operations) Perri
- 2025 FireSmart Program update from FireSmart Liaison Cahoon
- Verbal update on Kamloops Interagency Supports Table
- Proposed 2026 meeting dates: January 26, April 27, and July 27
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm) and Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The council will adopt multiple fee amendment bylaws, including Bylaw No. 44-16 for recreation facility fees, Bylaw No. 44-17 for RCMP municipal service fees, and Bylaw No. 44-18 for utility rates. It will also adopt housing agreement bylaws for properties at 422 Tranquille Road, 2001 Glenwood Drive, and 1024 8th Street. Additional bylaws on fire prevention, building amplification, and road closure will be introduced. A public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers.
- Adopt Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 44-16 (recreation facility fee schedules)
- Adopt Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 44-17 (RCMP municipal service fees)
- Adopt Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 64-6 for 422 Tranquille Road
- Adopt Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bylaw No. 10-44
- Public hearing at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee (2:00 PM)
The Livability and Sustainability Select Committee is reviewing a proposal for a 30 km per hour reduced speed pilot project and a new Traffic Calming Policy. The meeting also includes updates on bear-resistant carts, urban forestry, and the Riverside Park outdoor skating facility.
- Proposed 30 km per hour Reduced Speed Pilot Project in Sagebrush and McDonald Park neighbourhoods
- Proposed development of a Traffic Calming Policy for 2026
- Bear-Resistant Cart Implementation Update
- Urban Forestry Update
- Riverside Park Outdoor Skating Facility operational details
Committee of the Whole (10:00 am)
The Committee of the Whole will consider a recommendation that a closed meeting be held immediately after the open meeting. The closed session would cover items listed under Community Charter sections, including labour relations, land acquisition, solicitor‑client privileged advice, preliminary service negotiations, municipal objectives, and confidential negotiations. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Land acknowledgement presentation
- Civil discourse statement presentation
- Recommendation to hold a closed Committee of the Whole meeting covering confidential matters
- Adjournment
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee (2:00 pm)
The Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee will adopt the minutes from its October 9, 2025 meeting and discuss a memo on Procurement Master Services Agreements and Capital Delivery Reviews presented by Corporate Services Director David Hallinan. Members will report on maintenance points for the Overlanders Bridge and propose three 2026 meeting dates. A closed committee session will be held to consider preliminary negotiations on municipal services under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k).
- Adopt minutes from the October 9, 2025 Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee meeting
- Review of Procurement Master Services Agreements and Capital Delivery Reviews presented by Corporate Services Director David Hallinan
- Proposed 2026 meeting dates: February 23, April 27, July 27, 2026
- Member reports on maintenance status of the Overlanders Bridge joints
- Closed committee meeting to discuss preliminary municipal service negotiations under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k)
Committee of the Whole (1:30 pm)
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2026 provisional budget and the 2026-2030 Five-Year Financial Plan. The body is asked to provide direction to administration on actions to reduce the proposed General Fund budget.
- 2026-2030 Provisional Budget and Five-Year Financial Plan
- Apprenticeship Funding Business Case
- Protective Services Training Center Business Case
- Proposal to lobby the Province to reinstate the small business rebate program
- Provisional property taxation funding impact estimated at $17,461,340
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
City Council will review the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 68, 2025, and discuss utility rate and fee amendments. The meeting includes delegations regarding youth homelessness and alcohol use disorder, as well as several zoning and development permit applications.
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 68, 2025, including a proposed public hearing
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 44-18, 2025, for 2026 utility rate review
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-101 for 3015 Westsyde Road and 3030 Bank Road
- Development Variance Permit No. DVP00682 for 5833 Todd Hill Crescent
- Proposal for free on-street weekend parking downtown from November 20 to December 20, 2025
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee (1:00 PM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee will adopt minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting and consider recommendations on the governance and operating model for the Kamloops Centre for the Arts. The committee is asked to endorse the proposed structure and direct staff to create a not‑for‑profit society to manage the centre and recruit a board. A closed session will follow to discuss preliminary negotiations on a municipal service. An update on snow clearing for sidewalks on Cottonwood Avenue adjacent to Cottonwood Manor is also presented.
- Endorse the proposed governance structure and operating model for the Kamloops Centre for the Arts
- Direct staff to establish a not‑for‑profit society to operate the Centre and recruit a board of directors
- Closed committee meeting to discuss preliminary negotiations on a municipal service under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k)
- Update on snow clearing for sidewalks on Cottonwood Avenue adjacent to Cottonwood Manor (307‑730 Cottonwood Avenue)
Safety and Security Select Committee (9:00 AM)
The Safety and Security Select Committee will adopt the minutes from its July 24, 2025 meeting and receive updates on protective‑services corridor statistics, graffiti, and the Guns and Gangs program. It will recommend that Council prepare a formal response to the BC Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch’s Liquor‑to‑Go policy feedback request, summarizing local impacts. A closed‑committee meeting is also scheduled to discuss preliminary municipal service negotiations.
- Adopt minutes of the July 24, 2025 Safety and Security Select Committee meeting
- Protective Services Corridor Third Quarter 2025 statistics (no action required)
- Graffiti update (no action required)
- Building Safer Communities Fund: Guns and Gangs program update (no action required)
- Recommendation to prepare a formal municipal response to the Liquor‑to‑Go policy feedback request
Committee of the Whole (11:00 am)
The Committee of the Whole will adopt the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. It will provide direction on whether Protective Services, Solid Waste, and Ministry of Transportation and Transit road projects are included in the major Development Cost Charges Bylaw amendment. The body will consider a three‑phased approach to a multi‑family organics collection program. It will also approve an additional $22,500 each year for snow clearing of 25 accessible on‑street parking stalls beginning in 2026.
- Decision on inclusion or exclusion of Protective Services, Solid Waste, and Ministry of Transportation and Transit road projects in the Development Cost Charges Bylaw amendment
- Direction on a three‑phased multi‑family organics collection program
- Approval of $22,500 annual budget increase for snow clearing of 25 accessible on‑street parking stalls starting 2026
- Adoption of the September 16, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes
- Presentation of administrative reports (land acknowledgement, civil discourse statement)
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
The Kamloops City Council will consider and adopt several zoning amendment bylaws for 2002 High Schylea Drive, 1834/1844 Qu’Appelle Boulevard, and 1100 Ord Road. It will also approve Development Permit No. DPM01003 for 1100 Ord Road, which is conditioned on a $500,000 cash‑in‑lieu payment and a covenant to build a multi‑use pathway. A resolution will waive the statutory 14‑day notice for the Kamloops Community Land Trust Foundation’s Annual General Meeting, and the council will adopt a Development Cost Charges amendment and new parking reserve policies effective Jan 1 2026.
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55‑103 (2002 High Schylea Drive)
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55‑104 (1834 & 1844 Qu’Appelle Blvd)
- Approve Development Permit DPM01003 for 1100 Ord Rd, requiring $500,000 cash‑in‑lieu
- Waive 14‑day notice for Kamloops Community Land Trust Foundation AGM
- Adopt Parking Reserve Policy No. GGA 46 and amend GGA‑32, effective Jan 1 2026
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee (9:00 AM)
The Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee will meet to adopt previous minutes and conduct member reports. The meeting includes a proposal to enter a closed session to discuss preliminary negotiations regarding a municipal service.
- Closed meeting request under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) regarding municipal service negotiations
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm) and Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
City Council will discuss proposed utility fee increases for 2026 and the alternative approval process for four loan authorization bylaws. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for office space on McMaster Way.
- Proposed 2026 fee increases: 10% for waterworks, 3% for sanitary sewer, and 10% for solid waste, recyclables, and organics
- Loan Authorization Bylaws for Kamloops Police Services Building, 965 McMaster Way, Tranquille Phase III, and Water Quality Intake Upgrade
- Rezoning and Development Permit for 1100 Ord Road, including a $500,000 cash-in-lieu of parking payment
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-100 (300-970 McMaster Way) to permit general office space
- Permissive Tax Exemptions for Not-for-Profit Organizations (Bylaw No. 22-2-159) and Places of Worship (Bylaw No. 22-2-160)
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee (10:00 AM)
The Livability and Sustainability Select Committee is reviewing a 2025 Water Conservation Plan and options for increasing snow clearing at 25 accessible on-street parking stalls. The body is also discussing a phased approach for multi-family organics collection and a proposal for a heritage/museum park.
- Endorsement of the 2025 City of Kamloops Water Conservation Plan
- Proposed annual budget increase of $68,000 for windrow removal or $22,500 for snow clearing only at 25 accessible parking stalls
- Recommendation for a three-phased approach to multi-family organics collection
- Delegation from Kamloops Heritage Society regarding a heritage/museum park
- Updates on Early Learning and Child Care and Age-friendly Planning
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole adopted minutes from the previous meeting and discussed several administrative reports. It recommended approving tax exemptions for specific non-profit properties and denying them for others, while also recommending a Parking Management Plan that includes using grant funds and updating traffic bylaws. The Committee also directed staff on Official Community Plan housing policies, including transit-supporting heights and rental replacement.
- Recommendation to approve 2026 permissive tax exemptions for NEXUS Community Support Society and BC Parks Foundation
- Recommendation to deny permissive tax exemptions for Connective Support Society Kamloops
- Recommendation to use Provincial Housing Capacity Building Grant funds for parking improvements
- Recommendation to update Official Community Plan regarding transit-supporting building heights
- Recommendation to update Official Community Plan regarding rental replacement and tenant protection
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
The Kamloops City Council will consider several bylaws, including adopting a zoning amendment for 1105 Lethbridge Avenue. It will also vote on a liquor‑licence entertainment endorsement for Moon Wok Chinese Restaurant at 1820 Rogers Place, and decide on a rezoning application for 970 McMaster Way. Additional items include tax‑exemption bylaws for not‑for‑profit groups and places of worship, and a memorandum of understanding with BC Transit to fund extra transit service hours.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55‑96 (1105 Lethbridge Avenue) – recommendation to read and adopt
- Liquor Licence Amendment Application No. LIQ00223 – resolution to support entertainment endorsement for Moon Wok Chinese Restaurant, 1820 Rogers Place
- Permissive Tax Exemptions for Not‑for‑Profit Organizations – Bylaw No. 22‑2‑159 to be introduced
- Rezoning Application No. REZ00849 (970 McMaster Way) – options to deny or proceed with Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55‑100 and a public hearing
- Transit Service Expansion – MOU with BC Transit to add 28,500 conventional and 2,500 custom transit service hours and update the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee (10:00 am)
The Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee will review proposed updates to the Council Procurement Policy. The body will also hear a delegation regarding the Mayors for Peace international network and receive reports on waste collection technology and procurement.
- Proposed updates to Council Policy No. GGA-40, Council Procurement Policy
- Delegation from Donna M. Henningson regarding Mayors for Peace
- Information memo on Solid Waste Collection Technology
- Procurement Memo for first and second quarters of 2025
- Memo regarding Management and Exempt Staff 2020-2025
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee (10:00 AM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee will consider a recommendation to endorse the proposed governance structure and operating model for the Kamloops Centre for the Arts. The recommendation also directs staff to establish a not‑for‑profit society to operate the centre and to begin recruiting a board of directors. The committee will adopt minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting, which approved $200,000 from the Community Works Fund for renovations to the Kamloops Seniors Community Centre. A closed‑committee session will follow to discuss confidential matters under the Community Charter.
- Endorse governance structure and operating model for the Kamloops Centre for the Arts (report dated August 28, 2025)
- Direct staff to create a not‑for‑profit society to run the centre and recruit a board of directors
- Adopt minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting, including $200,000 funding for seniors centre renovations
- No action required on snow clearing on sidewalks on Cottonwood Avenue
- Closed committee meeting to discuss confidential matters under Community Charter sections
Community to Community Forum - 9:00 AM
The TḰEMLÚPS TE SECWÉPEMC and City of Kamloops are holding a joint meeting to discuss shared services, community development updates, and a conference on rethinking community.
- Discussion of shared services and interests
- Updates on social, housing, and community development
- Presentation on rethinking community conference
- Call to action for public servant education
- Procurement policy discussion
Committee of the Whole (10:00 am)
The Committee of the Whole will adopt the June 17, 2025 minutes and consider several administrative reports. It will decide whether to grant permissive tax exemptions for eight nonprofit properties and deny one property, and will recommend using Provincial Housing Capacity Building Grant funds for a parking management plan while proposing bylaw amendments related to parking rates and fines. The Committee will also provide direction on policy options for the Official Community Plan and consider amendments to the Development Cost Charge Bylaw.
- Grant permissive tax exemptions for eight listed nonprofit properties for 2026 under Council Policy No. GGL-22
- Deny permissive tax exemption for Connective Support Society Kamloops, 135/137/139 Tranquille Road
- Recommend using Provincial Housing Capacity Building Grant funds to develop an implementation plan for short‑term parking strategies
- Propose amendments to Traffic Bylaw No. 23-30, Fees and Charge Bylaw No. 44-14, Municipal Ticket Information Bylaw No. 43-15, and Parks and Public Lands Bylaw No. 35-66 to adjust parking rates, fines, and event parking
- Recommend initiating a Consumer Price Index increase and a major amendment to the Development Cost Charge Bylaw
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
Council will consider introducing bylaws to authorize loans for a police services building, a water quality intake upgrade, and road enhancements. The body will also discuss scheduling a closed meeting and approve the 2025 council calendar.
- Authorize loans for police services building, 965 McMaster Way, and Tranquille Phase III
- Authorize loan for Kamloops Centre for Water Quality Intake Upgrade
- Approve updated 2025 Council Calendar with new Committee of the Whole meeting
- Authorize scheduling a Closed Council Meeting on September 9, 2025
- Authorize grant applications for Kamloops Centre for the Arts and civic facilities
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
The City of Kamloops Council will consider adopting several bylaws, including amendments to fees and charges and zoning changes for properties on Sugarloaf Road and Parkcrest Avenue. The meeting also includes a request for a closed session and policy updates.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-13 for 2950 Bowers Place and Sugarloaf Road
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-92 for 1774 and 1782 Parkcrest Avenue
- Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 44-14 and Omnibus Consequential Amendments Bylaw No. 44-13
- Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 59-4
- Request for a Closed Council Meeting on August 12, 2025
Safety and Security Select Committee - (10:00 AM)
The Safety and Security Select Committee is discussing a formal response to the BC Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch regarding the Liquor to Go Policy. The committee is also considering the adoption of updated Community Services service levels and related financial plan adjustments.
- Proposed formal municipal response to Liquor to Go Policy feedback by August 7, 2025
- Proposed adoption of Community Services service levels
- Proposed updates to the 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan
- Graffiti update report
- Correspondence regarding a Veterans Marked Crosswalk
Special Council - (3:00 PM)
At the Special Council meeting, members will consider a recommendation to enter a closed session immediately after the open meeting. The closed session would be held under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) to review confidential information about negotiations with provincial, federal, or other parties. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Call to order
- Land acknowledgement
- Civil discourse statement
- Recommendation to proceed into a closed council meeting under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) to consider confidential negotiations
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm) and Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
At the July 15, 2025 regular council meeting, Council will consider and vote on several bylaws, including a zoning amendment correction (Bylaw No. 55‑99) and two temporary loan authorizations (Bylaw No. 66‑1 and Bylaw No. 66‑2). Council will also vote to issue Development Variance Permit No. DVP00680 for 2572 Valleyview Drive. Additional items include a request for a closed council meeting on July 29, 2025, and approval of the updated 2025 council calendar.
- Development Variance Permit No. DVP00680 for 2572 Valleyview Drive – authorization recommended
- Zoning Amendment Correction Bylaw No. 55‑99, 2025 – adoption recommended
- Kamloops Centre for the Arts Temporary Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 66‑1, 2025 – adoption recommended
- Arena Multiplex and Recreation Initiatives Temporary Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 66‑2, 2025 – adoption recommended
- Request for a Closed Council Meeting on July 29, 2025 – staff authorization recommended
Economic Health Select Committee - (1:00 PM)
The Economic Health Select Committee will consider recommendations to direct Administration on the 2026–2030 Five-Year Financial Plan, including whether to bring forward supplemental budget items for 2026 and how to use growth to support staffing priorities.
- Adoption of February 27, 2025, committee minutes
- Recommendation to direct Administration on 2026-2030 financial plan
- Recommendation to not bring forward supplemental budget items for 2026
- Discussion on projected tax rate changes for 2025-2030
- Upcoming meeting scheduled for October 16, 2025
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee - (09:00 AM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee will adopt the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. It will consider a recommendation to direct administration to proceed with renovations of the Kamloops Seniors Community Centre at Cottonwood Manor (307‑730 Cottonwood Avenue) and to fund those renovations with $200,000 from the Community Works Fund. The committee will also ask the Corporate Services Director to update the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan. The agenda includes scheduling the next meeting for August 28, 2025 and holding a closed session for confidential matters.
- Adopt minutes of the May 5 2025 Build Kamloops Select Committee meeting
- Recommend $200,000 from the Community Works Fund for renovations at 307‑730 Cottonwood Avenue
- Direct administration to proceed with seniors centre renovations at Cottonwood Manor
- Instruct Corporate Services Director to update the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan
- Closed committee session to discuss confidential land, service, or inter‑governmental negotiations
Regular (1:30 PM)
Council will consider and vote on the 2024 Annual Report, several development permits, and multiple bylaw amendments. The most significant financial decision is the authorization of two temporary borrowing bylaws allowing up to $140 million and $135 million from the Municipal Finance Authority. Other decisions include supporting an entertainment endorsement for Maurya’s Fine Indian Cuisine and adopting parks and zoning amendment bylaws. Council will also direct staff to initiate a forensic audit RFP and approve water and sewer rate options.
- Approve Development Variance Permit No. DVP00678 for 804 Serle Road
- Endorse entertainment amendment for Maurya’s Fine Indian Cuisine (Food Primary Licence No. 302111) at 165 Victoria Street
- Adopt Parks and Public Lands Amendment Bylaw No. 35-102
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-86 for 1647 Valleyview Drive
- Authorize temporary borrowing up to $140 M (Bylaw 66-1) and $135 M (Bylaw 66-2) from the Municipal Finance Authority
Livability and Sustainability Select Committee - (1:30 pm) 18 Jun 2025
The Livability and Sustainability Select Committee will direct staff to prepare a supplemental budget request for $8,355,000 to fund Option 3 of the Schubert Drive Scoping Study over two years. It also approved a supplemental request for $5,858,000 for Option 2 of the River Street Scoping Study to be considered by Council in 2027. The committee reviewed updates on the 2025 Climate Action Grant allocations, the 10‑year review of the 2015 Food and Urban Agriculture Plan, and a verbal report on the Bike Valet service.
- Schubert Drive Scoping Study – $8,355,000 supplemental budget request for Option 3
- River Street Scoping Study – $5,858,000 supplemental budget request for Option 2
- 2025 Climate Action Grant approvals totaling $22,205 across 12 community projects
- 10‑year review of the 2015 Food and Urban Agriculture Plan
- Bike Valet service update (verbal report)
Committee of the Whole - 17 Jun 2025 (10:00 AM)
The Committee of the Whole is discussing proposed updates to water and sewer bylaws and rate structures. Staff are seeking input on the recommended changes and will present options for Council's consideration in the 2026 utility rate report.
- Water and sewer rate structures and bylaw updates
- 2025 Union of BC Municipalities Minister Meeting Requests
- Adoption of previous Committee of the Whole minutes
- Closed meeting regarding preliminary negotiations
- Transit fare structure recommendation (from previous meeting)
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
The council will adopt the minutes from the May 27 meeting and respond to several delegations. It will vote on a Development Variance Permit for 2521 Tranquille Road and introduce Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55‑91 affecting 2100, 2104, 2114, and 2118 Linfield Drive. The body will also approve an updated 2025 council calendar that adds a Community‑to‑Community meeting on July 4, and authorize staff to schedule a closed council meeting on June 24 under the Community Charter.
- Authorize issuance of Development Variance Permit No. DVP00679 for 2521 Tranquille Road
- Introduce Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55‑91 for 2100, 2104, 2114, and 2118 Linfield Drive
- Approve the 2025 council calendar with a new C2C meeting on July 4 at the Sandman Centre
- Authorize a closed council meeting at 9:30 am on June 24, 2025 per Community Charter sections 90
- Authorize staff to begin steps for debt borrowing using the alternative approval process
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
City Council is deciding on a scheduled transit fare increase every two years until 2029. The body is also considering several zoning amendments and a development permit for 1415 Summit Drive. Additionally, Council will hear updates from the Out of the Cold Shelter Society and Kamloops Community Volunteer Services.
- Proposed transit fare increase every two years until 2029
- Zoning Amendment Bylaws for 182 Hyas Place, 1898 Parkcrest Avenue, and 1415 Summit Drive
- Development Permit No. DPM01018 for 1415 Summit Drive pending $71,058 landscape security
- Commercial Vehicle Licensing Repeal Bylaw No. 33-8
- Proposed letter of support for a $3 million Indigenous-led rail planning study
Safety and Security Select Committee (10:00 AM)
The Safety and Security Select Committee will adopt the November 28, 2024 minutes and receive first‑quarter updates from the Kamloops RCMP, Protective Services, and the FireSmart program. Members will discuss community safety topics such as crime trends, graffiti, and peace officer status, and schedule a closed session for confidential matters. The next regular meeting is set for October 9, 2025.
- Adopt minutes from the November 28, 2024 Safety and Security Select Committee meeting
- Review Kamloops RCMP 2025 First Quarter Update – crime reductions and plan to add five officers
- FireSmart Liaison Cahoon provides update on the new FireSmart program and grant applications
- Member reports cover crime‑capital status, graffiti, peace officer status, and municipal initiatives
- Closed committee meeting authorized under Community Charter sections on labour, security, law enforcement, and negotiations
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee -(10:30 AM) 15 May 2025
The Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee will adopt the April 3, 2025, meeting minutes and receive a verbal update on collaborative procurement. The committee will also schedule a closed meeting to discuss negotiations and confidential information.
- Adoption of April 3, 2025, meeting minutes
- Verbal update on collaborative procurement
- Recommendation for closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90
- Next meeting scheduled for September 4, 2025
- Discussion on Permissive Tax Exemption Policy (Council Policy No. GGL-22)
Committee of the Whole (10:00 am)
The Committee of the Whole will adopt the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. It will consider a recommendation to approve the preferred transit fare structure and to authorize staff to work with BC Transit to implement it in September 2025. An emergency management and seasonal preparedness update will be presented, and a proposed Fees and Charges Bylaw will be noted with no action required. A closed Committee of the Whole meeting will follow to discuss preliminary municipal service negotiations.
- Adopt minutes of the April 1, 2025 Special Committee of the Whole meeting
- Recommend Council approve the preferred transit fare structure
- Recommend Council authorize staff to implement the fare structure with BC Transit for September 2025
- Emergency Management and Seasonal Preparedness Update (no action required)
- Proposed Fees and Charges Bylaw (no action required)
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm) and Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
The council will authorize issuance of Development Permit No. DPM01036 for 210 Oak Road, requiring a landscape security payment of $123,125. It will also adopt several bylaws, including Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-87 and Business Licence and Regulation Bylaw No. 9-71 for short‑term rentals. Additional items include two development variance permits for 2145 Tranquille Road and 1718 Valleyview Drive.
- Approve Development Permit No. DPM01036 (210 Oak Road) with $123,125 landscape security
- Authorize Development Variance Permit No. DVP00676 (2145 Tranquille Road)
- Authorize Development Variance Permit No. DVP00677 (1718 Valleyview Drive)
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-87 (third reading)
- Adopt Business Licence and Regulation Bylaw No. 9-71 for short‑term rentals
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee (09:00 AM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee adopted minutes from a previous meeting and discussed staffing needs for the Build Kamloops initiative. The committee also scheduled its next meeting for August 28, 2025, and approved a closed session to discuss preliminary negotiations.
- Adoption of April 2, 2025, committee minutes
- Discussion on staffing needs for Build Kamloops initiative
- Arena tour report reviewing Lower Mainland developments
- Next meeting scheduled for August 28, 2025
- Closed session approved for preliminary negotiations
Special Council - 1:00 PM
The Special Council meeting is scheduled to address a request to enter a closed session. This session would be held under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) to discuss confidential information regarding negotiations between the municipality and provincial or federal governments.
- Request for a Closed Council Meeting under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b)
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm)
The City Council is meeting to decide on the adoption of the 2025 Financial Plan, Tax Rates, and Municipal Ticket Information bylaws. The body will also review several rezoning and development permit applications and a proposal for a day space for unhoused individuals.
- Adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 16-330, 2025 and Tax Rates Bylaw No. 63-2, 2025
- Rezoning and development permits for 1415 Summit Drive, 210 Oak Road, and 1647 Valleyview Drive
- Proposed short-term facility use permit for The Mustard Seed at 48 Victoria Street West
- Landscape security payments of $71,058 (1415 Summit Drive), $123,125 (210 Oak Road), and $11,875 (1647 Valleyview Drive)
- Amendment to Council Policy No. GGL-22 regarding permissive tax exemptions for not-for-profit organizations
Regular Meeting (1:30 pm) and Public Hearing (7:00 pm)
City Council will discuss financial plans, tax rates, and significant borrowing for infrastructure. The meeting includes a public hearing on affordable housing and parking regulations, as well as several zoning amendments.
- Proposed borrowing of up to $140 million and $135 million for Build Kamloops Phase 2
- Grant application for $2.1 million for Next Generation 911
- Payment of $352,632 levy to Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association
- Public hearing for Zoning Bylaw Amendment ZBA00110 regarding affordable housing and parking
- Rezoning applications for 1075 Holt Street/1699 Parkcrest Avenue and 800 Woodhaven Drive
Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee (10:00 am)
The Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee will adopt the minutes from its January 16 2025 meeting. It will recommend that Council amend Council Policy No. GGL‑22, Permissive Tax Exemptions for Not‑for‑Profit Organizations, by deleting existing eligibility language for short‑term housing and caretaker units and replacing it with revised criteria. The committee also asked staff to provide a report on the tax‑revenue implications of the proposed changes and deferred final approval of the eligibility criteria until that report is received.
- Adopt minutes of the January 16 2025 Governance and Service Excellence Select Committee meeting.
- Recommend amendment to Council Policy No. GGL‑22 to delete and replace eligibility criteria for permissive tax exemptions on short‑term housing and caretaker units.
- Request staff report on tax‑revenue implications of the proposed policy changes.
- Defer final decision on the eligibility criteria amendment pending the staff report.
- Recommend a closed committee meeting immediately after the open meeting under Community Charter sections 90.
Build Kamloops Council Select Committee (2:00PM)
The Build Kamloops Council Select Committee will adopt minutes from previous meetings, receive a report on a tour of three lower‑mainland arenas and a full‑time‑equivalent staffing request, both marked as no action required, and hold a closed session to discuss preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service. The arena tour report provides design and operational recommendations for the planned four‑plex arena. No contracts, dollar amounts, or final decisions are on the agenda.
- Adopt minutes from February 6, 2025 and the October 21, 2024 and December 2, 2024 meetings
- Arena Tour Report – findings and recommendations for the four‑plex arena (no action required)
- Build Kamloops Full‑Time Equivalent Request (no action required)
- Closed committee meeting to discuss negotiations under Community Charter Section 90
- Schedule future committee meetings for May 8, August 27, and November 27, 2025
Special Committee of the Whole (2:00 PM)
The Special Committee of the Whole will adopt the March 11 minutes and receive reports on master service agreements and the 2025 budget update. It will recommend that Council defer additional RCMP debt servicing funding, hire six Community Services Officers, and shift security‑camera funding to the Equipment Reserve. Additional recommendations include adjusting the Build Kamloops contribution, cutting the Community Carbon Action Plan levy, and delaying firefighter hiring.
- Defer additional debt servicing funding for the RCMP from 2025‑2029 to begin in 2026
- Hire six additional Community Services Officers effective July 1 2025
- Shift funding source for proposed security cameras from taxation to the Equipment Reserve
- Reduce the Build Kamloops contribution from 1.0% to 0.5% for the 2025 budget
- Reduce the Community Carbon Action Plan Levy by 50% for 2025