Lillooet public meetings in 2025
31 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will consider multiple grant applications to the Northern Development Initiative Trust, including funding for economic development, business façade improvement, festivals, grant‑writing support, labour‑market research, and a local‑government internship. The council will also read the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw (Cash in lieu of parking & admin fees) for the first, second, and third times. Standard agenda items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of previous meeting minutes, and public input will also be addressed.
- NDIT Economic Development Capacity Building grant application for $50,000
- NDIT Labour Market Research Plans grant application for up to $50,000 (with $5,000 district contribution)
- NDIT Local Government Internship grant application for up to $50,000 (district to contribute $12,500)
- NDIT Business Façade Improvement grant application for $20,000
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2021-003 – Cash in lieu of parking & admin fees
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council will address routine procedural matters, including a motion to close the session to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(l) for discussions with municipal staff on objectives and the annual report. No substantive policy or financial items are on the agenda.
- Call to Order
- Introduction of Late Items
- Approval of Agenda
- Closed Meeting – request to close session to public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(l)
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will review funding requests for five local organizations and a proposed amendment to the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw. The meeting also includes updates on winter road readiness and town wildlife.
- Proposed grants of $1,000 each for Lillooet Animal Advocates Society, Lillooet Naturalist Society, Lillooet Rock and Gem Club, and Mile 0 Riding Club (bleacher replacement at 709 Airport Rd)
- Proposed grant of $990 for the Lillooet Music Society
- Amendment Bylaw No. 2025-032 to update Zoning, Nuisance, and Garbage Collection penalties
- Request for letter of readiness to NRCAN for the 2026 wildfire season Æther Shield Pilot
- Delegations from Dawson Road Maintenance and BC Conservation Office
Lillooet Community Fund
The Lillooet Community Fund Committee will review and make recommendations to Council regarding five grant applications. The body will also receive financial statements and final reports from previous grant recipients.
- Lillooet Animal Advocates Society: $1,000 request for brochure printing, spay/neuter, and fostering
- Lillooet Naturalist Society: $1,000 request for BC Field Ornithologists Conference fees
- Lillooet Rock and Gem Club: $1,000 request for a rock polishing station and equipment
- Lillooet Music Society: $990 request for United in Music Concert expenses
- Mile 0 Riding Club: $1,000 request for bleacher replacement at 709 Airport Rd
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will meet to discuss correspondence and administrative matters. A key action item is a proposal to send an open letter to the Premier and Prime Minister regarding the revitalization of the BC rail corridor between Squamish and 100 Mile House.
- Proposed action to send an open letter regarding the BC rail corridor revitalization to Premier Eby and Prime Minister Carney
- Correspondence regarding a November 13 webinar on cat bylaws in BC
- Correspondence from MLA Tony Luck regarding mill closures and forestry permitting delays
- Correspondence from the BC Cycling Coalition
- Correspondence from Interior Health to Mayor Hopfl regarding the UBCM Convention
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will discuss a temporary road closure for Eagleson Cres. on October 31 and the adoption of a Temporary Road Closure Permit Policy. The meeting includes reports from the Lillooet Public Library and a BC Conservation Officer regarding town wildlife.
- Temporary road closure application for Eagleson Cres. (Oct 31, 5-8PM)
- Adoption of the Temporary Road Closure Permit Policy
- Adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No: 2025-030
- Approval of 2026 Council Meeting Dates and Acting Mayor Designations
- Service report from Lillooet Area Library Association (LALA)
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will approve a resolution to submit a Capital Infrastructure Stream application to the Strategic Priorities Fund for up to $7 million to upgrade the Recreation Centre, and a Capacity Building Stream application to support long‑term planning for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The council will also receive a report on draft zoning bylaw revisions, schedule a public hearing, and adopt several bylaws, including a Permissive Tax Exemption and the Animal Control Bylaw with related fee and enforcement amendments. Additionally, grants in lieu of municipal property tax will be approved for three Main Street properties.
- Resolution to apply for up to $7 million Strategic Priorities Fund grant for Recreation Centre upgrades
- Resolution to apply to the Strategic Priorities Fund Capacity Building Stream for Wastewater Treatment Plant planning
- Adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2025-030
- Adoption of Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-027 and related Fees & Charges and Bylaw Notice Enforcement amendments
- Grant in Lieu of Municipal Property Tax approved for 603, 577, and 1116 Main Street (100% of 2026 levy)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will recommend to Council whether to approve a Grant in Lieu of Municipal Property Tax or a Permissive Tax Exemption for eight properties for the 2026 tax year. Approving 100% exemptions would forgo about $33,500 in municipal property tax revenue and shift $20,900 to other taxing authorities. The Committee will also recommend giving a second reading to Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-027 and related amendments at the next Regular Council Meeting.
- Recommendation to approve a Grant in Lieu of Municipal Property Tax for eight properties at 100% of their 2026 levy
- Alternative resolutions allowing partial percentages of the 2026 levy for the same eight properties
- Recommendation to give a second reading to Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-027 and related amendments at the next Regular Council Meeting
- Discussion may carry over to the Bylaws section of the Regular Council Meeting if it runs past 5 pm
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will consider a Capital Infrastructure Stream application for up to $7 million to upgrade the Recreation Centre. It will also appoint Darryl McCrudden as Chief Financial Officer and conduct second readings of Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-027 and Zoning Bylaw No. 2025-026. Additional items include a BC Hydro power‑outage notice for September 14‑15 and a directive to draft a letter to the Premier about logging permit delays affecting the local veneer plant.
- Appointment of Darryl McCrudden as Chief Financial Officer
- Second reading of Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-027
- Second reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 2025-026
- Application to Strategic Priorities Fund for up to $7 million for Recreation Centre upgrades
- BC Hydro notification of planned power outage September 14‑15
Regular Council Meeting
The council will direct staff to submit a Capital Infrastructure Stream application to the Strategic Priorities Fund for up to $7 million to upgrade the Recreation Centre. It will also approve a Capacity Building Stream application to support long‑term planning for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. A second reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 2025‑026 will be taken. The consent agenda items, including several correspondence items, will be adopted.
- Apply for up to $7 million Strategic Priorities Fund for Recreation Centre upgrades
- Apply for Capacity Building Stream funding for Wastewater Treatment Plant planning
- Second reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 2025‑026
- Adopt consent agenda resolutions and receive correspondence items (LAAS Spay Neuter Funds Summary, UBCM Community Works Fund payment, power outage reminder, etc.)
- Approve staff direction to prepare and submit the fund applications before the deadline
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will discuss funding for costs related to a July 2025 chlorine gas incident at the Recreation Centre. The body is also reviewing water line upgrades for the VLA neighbourhood and potential wildfire drone pilot participation.
- Authorization of up to $35,000 from the Stabilization Reserve Fund for the July 4, 2025 REC Centre chlorine gas incident
- Proposed watermain upgrades for fire protection and development in the VLA neighbourhood
- Proposed inclusion of paid or designated caretakers in short-term rental residence requirements for the new zoning bylaw
- Potential letter of support and meeting with StormShield Drones Inc for a wildfire pilot deployment program
- Appointment of a Council Liaison to the Area B Agricultural Advisory Committee
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will vote on several items, including a height variance for a carriage house at 1614 Pine Grove Street, the appointment of Joe McCulloch as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Officer, and a letter of support for a Heritage BC Legacy Fund grant application by the Lillooet District Historical Society. The council will also read and adopt Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025‑027 along with amendments to the Fees and Charges Bylaw and the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw. These items are presented for approval during the regular meeting.
- Variance DVP25-002 to increase carriage house height from 4.0 m to 6.96 m at 1614 Pine Grove Street
- Appointment of Joe McCulloch as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Officer
- Letter of authorization supporting the Historical Society’s grant application to the Heritage BC Legacy Fund
- Adoption of Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025‑027 and related amendments to Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2021‑003 and Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2021‑002
- Receipt of multiple correspondence items (e.g., Battered Women’s Support Services letter, TRU Trades Program email)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will read a new Zoning Bylaw for the first time and direct staff to start public engagement and refer the document to external agencies. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Lillooet Regional Invasive Species Society.
- Zoning Bylaw No. 2025-026 - First Reading
- Lillooet Regional Invasive Species Society Delegation
- Asset Management Strategy Presentation
- Stage 3 Watering Restrictions Information
- Update on trees at REC Centre
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will receive the draft Zoning Bylaw 2025-026 for information and direct staff to bring the bylaw forward for first and second readings, allowing public consultation and Council consideration. Staff will also be instructed to refer the draft to applicable government ministries, agencies, First Nations and other stakeholders. The discussion will cover the proposed changes listed in the staff report, including new provisions on electric fences, electric‑vehicle charging, fence heights, bicycle parking, buffer strips, split agricultural zones, mixed‑commercial housing, short‑term rentals and payment‑in‑lieu parking fees.
- Receive draft Zoning Bylaw 2025-026 for information
- Direct staff to bring the draft forward for 1st and 2nd readings and public consultation
- Refer the draft to government ministries, agencies, First Nations and other stakeholders
- Proposed changes include electric fences, EV charging requirements, fence height limits, bicycle parking standards, and buffer strip rules
- Introduce payment‑in‑lieu parking fees of $6,000‑$10,000 per space for certain zones
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will meet to approve the 2024 Annual Municipal Report and consider housekeeping amendments to the Building Bylaw. The meeting includes a local report from the Lillooet RCMP and a project status update.
- Approval of the 2024 Annual Municipal Report
- Adoption of Building Bylaw No. 2021-006, Amending Bylaw No. 2025-025
- Letter of support for the redesign of the Kamloops Cancer Centre
- Lillooet RCMP Local Report
- Update on 2025 Projects report
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will consider a licence of occupation for the Seton Lake Boat Dock, granting a 10‑year term over District Lot 3076 (0.11 ha) for a public wharf and boat launch in partnership with the T'it'q'et First Nation. The meeting also includes updates to district signing authorities, a decision on telecom tower placement at Highway 12 and Jones Road, approval of the bulk water station tender, and adoption of building bylaw housekeeping amendments.
- Seton Lake Boat Dock Licence of Occupation: 10‑year term for public wharf/boat launch on District Lot 3076 (0.11 ha)
- Update District signing authorities to include Mayor Laurie Hopfl and listed councillors and staff
- Land‑use concurrence request for telecommunications tower at Highway 12 and Jones Road (option to concur or not)
- Bulk Water Station tender: staff to award and purchase according to submitted bid
- Building Bylaw No. 2021‑006 amending Bylaw No. 2025‑025 read for the first, second and third times
Special Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will consider adopting Tax Rates and Municipal Tax Collection Bylaw No. 2025‑019. The bylaw establishes the 2025 property tax rates for general municipal purposes, asset replacement, and regional district obligations. It sets a minimum tax of $1.00 per parcel and requires payment by July 2, 2025, with a 10 % penalty for any amount outstanding after that date. The meeting also includes routine items such as public input and agenda approval.
- Adoption of Tax Rates and Municipal Tax Collection Bylaw No. 2025‑019
- Minimum property tax amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per parcel
- Payment due date of July 2, 2025 with a 10 % late‑payment penalty
- Tax rates per $1,000 of assessed value for nine property classes (e.g., Residential 3.06162, Utilities 35.74768)
- Public input limited to five members, two minutes each
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is deciding on the 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw and amendments to allow short-term rentals in residential areas. The meeting includes a public hearing on zoning and the awarding of several municipal contracts.
- Introduction and reading of Tax Rates and Municipal Tax Collection Bylaw No. 2025-019
- Adoption of Amending Bylaw No. 2025-023 and No. 2024-024 regarding short-term rentals
- Construction tender for Miyazaki House Renovation to be awarded to Lillooet Contracting
- Approval of $1,000 for Elks Community Hall floor revitalization
- Purchase of Hid-A-Bag bear resistant trash bins
Public Hearing
The District of Lillooet is holding a public hearing to discuss Amendment Bylaw No. 2025-023. The proposal seeks to legalize and regulate online short-term rentals (STRs) in residential areas and update specific lot size and setback requirements.
- Proposed requirement for Online STR operators to hold a valid District business licence
- Proposed 'Principal Residency Requirement' for Online STRs in all residential zones
- Proposed parking requirement of one space per two bedrooms for Online STRs
- Proposed reduction of minimum lot size in RR-2 zone from 80,000 m2 to 10,000 m2
- Proposed reduction of minimum lot size in AGR zone (outside Agricultural Land Reserve) from 80,000 m2 to 20,000 m2
Lillooet Community Fund
The Lillooet Community Fund is meeting to review two grant applications for $1,000 each. The body will also decide if an unused contribution should be returned by the Riley Creek Players.
- Lillooet Elks Lodge application for $1,000 to revitalize main floor space of Elks Community Hall
- Lillooet and District Historical Society application for $1,000 to repair and repaint the totem pole
- Decision on whether Riley Creek Players should return an unused $1,000 contribution
- Report of account balance totaling $2,851.53 as of April 16, 2025
- Receipt of project report from Lillooet Community Connect HUB regarding a tourism mural project
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will adopt the 2025-2029 Financial Plan and amend zoning and business license bylaws to allow short-term rentals in residential areas. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the rental bylaws and a request for $100,000 in Next Generation 911 funding.
- Adoption of 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2025-018
- Amending Zoning Bylaw No. 2025-023 to allow short-term rentals
- Amending Business License Bylaw No. 2025-024 to allow short-term rentals
- Request for up to $100,000 in Next Generation 911 funding
- Public hearing scheduled for short-term rental bylaws
Special Council Meeting
Council will consider the first three readings of the 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw and the Fees & Charges Bylaw. The proposed budget includes specific percentage increases for property taxes and utility fees.
- Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2025-018
- Fees & Charges Bylaw No. 2025-022
- Proposed 8.5% increase for property taxes
- Proposed 8.5% increase for garbage fees
- Proposed 9.3% increase for water fees and 7.1% increase for sewer fees
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the 2025 budget. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting.
- 2025 Budget Discussion
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will meet to discuss updating recreation facility rental fees. The body will also consider requests to send letters to provincial officials regarding drug decriminalization and legislative priorities.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 2025-017 to amend Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2021-003 regarding recreation services and facility rental fees
- Proposed letter to Premier Eby requesting the repeal of hard drug decriminalization legislation
- Proposed response to MLA Tony Luck regarding topics for the BC Legislature Question Period
- Receipt of correspondence regarding Lillooet Hospital ER temporary closure
- Receipt of request from Arts Lillooet for REC support for kids art programs
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will adopt any agenda changes, adopt the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes, and hold a discussion on the 2025 budget. After these items, the meeting will be adjourned.
- Adopt agenda including any late additions or deletions
- Adopt the February 27, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
- Staff presentation and discussion of the 2025 budget
- Adjourn the meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The Lillooet District Council will vote on early budget approvals of up to $200,000 for a Bulk Water Station Upgrade, $60,000 for the Pine Grove Street Water Distribution Project, and $45,000 for an Airport Crack Sealing Project. The council will also adopt the 500 m Landfill Buffer Area Policy, the Noise Control Bylaw Exemption Policy, and transfer $4,967.30 for the Spay & Neuter Program and $656.09 for pound costs to the Lillooet Animal Advocates Society. Additionally, a new Fees and Charges Bylaw amending recreation service and facility rental fees will be introduced and read for the first, second, and third times.
- Early budget approval: up to $200,000 for Bulk Water Station Upgrade
- Early budget approval: up to $60,000 for Pine Grove Street Water Distribution Project
- Early budget approval: up to $45,000 for Airport Crack Sealing Project
- Adoption of 500 m Landfill Buffer Area Policy (DS.04(C))
- Adoption of Noise Control Bylaw Exemption Policy (BL.0003(C))
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Lillooet Committee of the Whole will follow standard procedural steps, including a call to order and approval of the agenda. Staff will present a discussion of the 2025 budget. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.
- Call to order (time not specified)
- Approval of agenda, including late additions and deletions
- Staff presentation: 2025 Budget Discussion
- Adjournment (time not specified)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss the appointment of a Chief Election Officer for the 2025 by-election and a variance for a subdivision at 202 la Fleming Rd. The body is also considering early budget approvals for water and airport infrastructure projects.
- Appointment of Natercia (Nate) Moyer as Chief Election Officer for the 2025 by-election
- Early budget approval of $200,000 for Bulk Water Station Upgrade Project
- Early budget approval of $60,000 for Pine Grove Street Water Distribution Project
- Early budget approval of $45,000 for Airport Crack Sealing Project
- Development Variance Permit DVP25-001 for 202 Fleming Rd regarding road shoulder and walkway requirements
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will adopt minutes from recent meetings and approve items on the consent agenda. It will consider two NDIT grant applications: up to $30,000 for Conway Park upgrades with $2,560 in in‑kind contributions, and up to $100,000 for recreation centre and courts upgrades with $60,000 funded from the Recreation Reserve. A resolution will be voted on to deny former Councillor Rolf de Bruin reimbursement of $1,254.40 in legal fees. The meeting will also include a closed‑session resolution under the Community Charter.
- NDIT Community Places grant application for up to $30,000 for Conway Park upgrades, with $2,560 in in‑kind contributions
- NDIT Recreation Infrastructure grant application for up to $100,000 for REC Centre and Courts upgrades, with $60,000 district funding
- Resolution to not reimburse former Councillor Rolf de Bruin $1,254.40 in legal fees
- Adoption of minutes from the December 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole, January 11, 2025 Special Council, and January 14, 2025 Regular Council meetings
- Closed meeting resolution pursuant to Community Charter Section 90(1)(G) for litigation matters
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will meet to discuss the 2024 Interim Housing Needs Report and a request for support for LillooFest 2025. The body is also deciding on the adoption of the Cross Connection Control Bylaw and related fee changes.
- Adoption of Cross Connection Control Bylaw No. 2024-011
- Adoption of Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2024-015
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2024-016
- Review of the District of Lillooet 2024 Interim Housing Needs Report
- LillooFest 2025 request for support from Joanie Giannone
Special Council Meeting
The Lillooet District Council will adopt the agenda, consider any late items, and vote on closing the special council meeting to the public. The closure request cites Community Charter Section 90(1)(L) for discussions with municipal officers about the annual municipal report. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Call to order
- Introduction of late items
- Approval of agenda
- Closed meeting: vote to close to public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(L)
- Adjournment