McBride public meetings in 2023
43 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council Meeting
The Village of McBride Council will meet to discuss a recommendation regarding a vehicle purchase. The proposal involves Councillor Kolida purchasing a vehicle for Public Works and being reimbursed for the total cost.
- Reimbursement of Councillor Kolida for a Public Works vehicle purchase
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider supporting a $599,780.40 fuel system enhancement project at the McBride Charlie Leake airfield. They will also review a recommendation to approve a liquor primary license transition for the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks #247.
- McBride Charlie Leake Fuel System Enhancement Project: estimated cost $599,780.40
- Proposed municipal funding for fuel project: up to $149,945.10
- Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks #247 liquor license transition
- Adoption of Council Procedure Bylaw Amendment No. 823, 2023
- Approval of Policy No. FI-05 Asset Retirement Obligations
Regular Council Meeting
The McBride Council will review a proposal to apply for funding to replace the airport's aging fuel system. The meeting also includes presentations regarding the McBride and District Hospital and the McBride Men's Shed.
- Application to BC Air Access program to replace airport fuel system with dual Av gas and Jet Fuel cardlock
- Presentation by Kim Nordli on McBride and District Hospital workspaces and staffing
- Presentation by Terry Winkler regarding McBride Men's Shed operational plans
- Review of McBride Charlie Leak Airfield fencing and gate installation
- Approval of the 2024 Regular Council Meeting Schedule
Cemetery Fencing Committee Meeting
The Cemetery Fencing Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding a fencing purchase. The agenda contains no further specific details regarding the scope or cost of the purchase.
- Cemetery Fencing - Purchase
Special Council Meeting
The Village of McBride is considering a $750,000 transfer from the NBC PHISA investment account to the Scotiabank General Chequing Account to cover capital projects and labor agreement costs. Council will also review updating signing authority for Municipal Finance Authority Investment Accounts.
- $750,000 fund transfer from NBC PHISA to Scotiabank General Chequing Account
- Update to Municipal Finance Authority Investment Account signing authority
- Cemetery Fencing Committee report
- In-camera session regarding labour relations
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider adopting amendments to cannabis retail and sign bylaws. They will also discuss the development of an operations manual for the McBride Charlie Leake Airfield and review the 2024 Municipal and Regional District Tax tactical plan.
- Final reading and adoption of Business Licence Bylaw Amendment No. 820, 2023
- Final reading and adoption of Sign Bylaw Amendment No. 819, 2023
- Public presentation regarding Scotiabank branch closure
- Proposal to appoint Jeanette McDougall as Village Approving Officer
- Approval of McElhanney Associates Land Surveying Ltd. proposal for village properties
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council meeting includes a presentation regarding the Dominion Creek Community Water System. Warren Grafton, a hydrologist from Western Water Associates, will provide the report to Council.
- Presentation on Dominion Creek Community Water System by Warren Grafton
Special Council Meeting
The McBride Special Council meeting includes discussions regarding the Dominion Creek Community Water System and its water source viability during winter months. Council will also discuss the possibility of changing the start time for regular meetings to 6:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.
- Discussion on Dominion Creek Community Water System winter water supply
- Discussion on changing regular Council Meeting start times
McBride Tourism Committee
The McBride Tourism Committee is reviewing the draft 2024 Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT) budget and tactical plan. The meeting includes presentations on the budget and a 'Tourism Plan on a Page' by Rynic. The committee will also receive updates on ongoing grant projects and 2023 spending.
- Review of draft 2024 MRDT budget and One Year Tactical Plan
- Presentation of 'Tourism Plan on a Page' by Chris Fields of Rynic
- Update on visitmcbride.ca website project, totaling $40,000 in costs
- Status update on the McBride Charlie Leak Field Runway and Airside Rehabilitation Project
- Update on the Activate Tourism McBride! project funded by REDIP
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider budget requests for flow meters and emergency response planning due to low water flows in Dominion Creek. They will also review second and third readings of a new Water Bylaw and amendments regarding cannabis retail signage and licensing.
- Budget request up to $10,000 for Dominion Creek flow meters
- Budget request up to $2,000 for Water System Emergency Response Plan update
- Second and third readings of Water Bylaw No. 822, 2023
- Third readings for Cannabis Retail Sign Bylaw and Business Licence Bylaw amendments
- Final reading and adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 821, 2023
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider increasing the visitmcbride.ca website contract to $40,000 and reviewing several bylaws. Other items include approving street closures for local events and a grant for a school hot lunch program.
- Increase visitmcbride.ca website contract with KIMBO Design Inc. to $40,000
- Final reading and adoption of Institutional Housing Zone Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 818, 2023
- Temporary street closures for Holdway Street and Lonsdale Street on November 24, 2023
- $250 Grant-in-Aid for McBride Secondary School Hot Lunch Program
- First, second, and third readings of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 821, 2023
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider authorizing the purchase of a used pickup truck for Public Works and approving a temporary closure of Main Street. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on cannabis retail bylaw amendments and a funding application for transportation initiatives.
- Authorization to source a used 3/4 to 1-tonne pickup truck for $45,000 to $60,000
- Proposed closure of Main Street between SW Frontage and Highway 16 from September 27–30, 2023
- First and second readings for Cannabis Retail Sign Bylaw Amendment No. 819, 2023
- First and second readings for Cannabis Retail Business Licence Bylaw Amendment No. 820, 2023
- MHDV Education and Awareness Initiative NRCan funding application
Special Council Meeting
Council is meeting to address extreme drought conditions and low flows in Dominion Creek. They are considering declaring a Local State of Emergency to implement mandatory water usage restrictions to protect drinking water, fire protection, and sanitary services.
- Proposed amendment to Water Bylaw No. 737 to include staged water usage restrictions
- Proposed declaration of a Local State of Emergency (SOLE)
- Proposed Water Usage Restriction Order prohibiting non-essential outdoor water use
- Report on Drought Level 5 status in the Robson Valley
- Information Session scheduled for September 28, 2023, at Robson Valley Community Centre
Special Council Meeting
Council will consider the third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 818, 2023, to create an Institutional Housing Zone (IH-1). The meeting also includes updates on water conservation and discussions regarding various community proposals.
- Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 818, 2023 (Institutional Housing Zone for Seniors)
- Water conservation update for Dominion Creek Community Drinking Water System
- Proposal for an orange crosswalk near the elementary school for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
- Registration for Heritage Conservation Act Transformation Project sessions
- Registration for Municipal Protected Areas Project webinar
Regular Council Meeting
Council will hear a presentation regarding drought impacts on the Dominion Creek drinking water system. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a new Institutional Housing Zone (IH-1) zoning amendment and a decision on a website optimization contract.
- Public hearing for Proposed Zoning amendment Bylaw No. 818, 2023 (Institutional Housing Zone)
- Presentation by R. Radloff and Associates on Dominion Creek water system drought impacts
- Contract selection for visitmcbride.ca website project with Kimbo Design Inc. for $36,500
- Appointment of Leslie Groulx as Interim Chief Administrative Officer
- Proposed amendments to the Village of McBride Water Emergency Response Plan
McBride Tourism Committee Meeting
The Committee is reviewing progress on the MRDT 1-Year Strategic Plan and various ongoing grant projects. Discussions include updates on the visitmcbride.ca website revamp and a request for financial support from the McBride Big Country Snowmobile Association.
- Review of visitmcbride.ca website project following a $20,000 grant approval from Northern Development Initiative Trust
- Discussion of McBride Big Country Snowmobile Association request for travel support to the 2023 Alberta PowerSports Show
- Update on Activate Tourism McBride project involving a $92,000 contract with Rynic
- Status updates on brochure projects for Robson Valley Mountain Biking Association and McBride Solar System Walk
- Report on the McBride Charlie Leak Field Runway and Airside Rehabilitation Project
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider appointing Leslie Groulx as Interim Chief Administrative Officer for a three-month term. The meeting also includes the approval of the 2022 Annual Water Report and a presentation regarding forest service road deactivations.
- Appointment of Leslie Groulx as Interim Chief Administrative Officer for three months
- Approval of the 2022 Annual Water Report
- Public presentation by Fraser Headwater Alliance and Ozelenka Alpine Club regarding Forest Service Licensee Road deactivations
- Discussion regarding a meeting with Northern Health at the UBCM Convention
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting agenda consists of procedural items and a request to waive the notice requirement. Council will also consider personal information regarding a municipal officer, employee, or agent in an in-camera session.
- Waiving the notice requirement for the special meeting
- In-camera session regarding personal information under Community Charter Section 90 (1)
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider final adoption of a cannabis retail zoning bylaw and first/second readings of a new zoning amendment. The meeting also includes appointments for the upcoming local government by-election and a request to support a community daycare grant.
- Final reading and adoption of Cannabis Retail Zoning Amendment Bylaw 817, 2023
- 1st and 2nd reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 818, 2023
- Appointment of Chief and Deputy Chief Election Officers for the 2023 By-Election
- Proposed $1,000 remuneration for the Deputy Chief Election Officer
- Extension of mobile vendor parking and electrical use for The Country Girl's Kitchen at Steve Kolida Park
Special Council Meeting
Council is discussing the creation of a new Institutional Housing Zone (IH-1) to accommodate seniors and student housing. The proposal follows a private application from PMI Holdings Ltd. for properties at 1413 2nd Avenue, 1479 1st Avenue, and 1376 1st Avenue. Staff recommend the new zone to allow for necessary accessory uses like commercial kitchens and professional services.
- Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 818 to create the IH-1 Institutional Housing Zone
- Rezoning of 1413 2nd Avenue (PID 017-489-920)
- Rezoning of 1479 1st Avenue (PID 025-713-043)
- Rezoning of 1376 1st Avenue (PID 013-984-136)
- Proposed maximum site coverage increase from 33% to 50% for IH-1 zone
Committee of the Whole Council Meeting
The Committee discussed a proposed amendment to create an IH-1 Institutional Housing Zone for seniors housing. The proposal includes increasing building height limits to 15 meters for specific properties to allow for higher density. Council directed staff to prepare a report for future first and second readings of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 818.
- Proposed creation of IH-1 Institutional Housing Zone for seniors housing
- Proposed building height increase from 10.5 meters to 15 meters
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 818
- Discussion regarding fire service requirements for buildings over 10.5 meters
- Properties involved: 1376 1st Street, 1413 2nd Ave, and 1479 1st Ave
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider an amendment to the Fire Department Coordination Service Establishment Bylaw and discuss an urgent water conservation news release. The meeting also includes reports on building statistics and public works activities.
- Fire Department Coordination Service Establishment Bylaw No. 1990, Amendment Bylaw No. 3310, 2023
- Urgent Water Conservation News Release
- Building Inspection Year to Date Statistics
- Public Works Report to June 30, 2023
Regular Council Meeting
The McBride Council is reviewing a stage 2 application for the Destination Development Fund to support the Elevate McBride's Historic Train Station project. Other items include discussions on mosquito control, mobile vendor regulations, and financial reports.
- $500,000 Destination Development Fund application for Historic Train Station project
- $22,491.58 estimated additional project costs for the train station
- $250 Grant-in-Aid for McBride and District Chamber of Commerce Canada Day celebrations
- Temporary street closure for Main Street on July 1, 2023
- Mobile vendor request from The Country Girl's Kitchen for Steve Kolida Park
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider a third reading for a zoning amendment to allow retail cannabis. They will also discuss a grant for façade improvements at 466 Main Street and prepare for upcoming provincial meetings at the UBCM Convention.
- Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 817, 2023 to allow Retail Cannabis
- Business Façade Improvement Program grant for 466 Main Street up to $5,000
- Destination Development Fund application for Elevate McBride's Historic Train Station
- Presentation by Whistle Stop Gallery regarding downtown seating area
- McBride Community Forest Corporation update
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will review monthly revenue, expenditure, and public works reports through April 30, 2023. The agenda also includes discussions on a congratulatory banner for graduates and a request to rent park picnic tables.
- Revenue & Expenditure Report to April 30, 2023
- Public Works Report to April 30, 2023
- Year to Date Building Statistics to end of April 2023
- Request to hang 'Congratulations McBride Graduates' banner on Main Street archway
- Request to rent picnic tables in Phil & Jennie Gaglardi Park
Special Council Meeting
The Village of McBride Council will meet to review the 2022 draft consolidated financial statements presented by KPMG LLP. The meeting includes a presentation by Michaela Roque regarding the audit status and financial review for the year ended December 31, 2022.
- Presentation of 2022 Draft Consolidated Financial Statements by KPMG LLP
- Discussion of 2022 financial assets totaling $3,439,534
- Review of 2022 total expenditures of $1,990,461
- Consideration of 2022 annual surplus of $92,064
Special Council Meeting
The Village of McBride Council will meet to hold the final reading and adoption of the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan. Additionally, Council will consider the final reading and adoption of the 2023 Municipal Property Tax Rate Bylaw.
- Five-Year (2023-2027) Financial Plan Bylaw No. 815.2023
- 2023 Municipal Property Tax Rate Bylaw No. 816.2023
- 2023 projected property tax revenue of $525,772
- Planned 2% annual increase in general taxes for operating costs
Special Council Meeting
Council is considering the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2023 Municipal Property Tax Rate Bylaw. The meeting also includes a recommendation to apply for a $20,000 grant to upgrade the visitmcbride.ca website.
- Second and third readings of Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 815.2023
- Second and third readings of Municipal Property Tax Rate Bylaw No. 816.2023
- $20,000 grant application to Northern Development Initiative Trust for visitmcbride.ca website project
- Planned 2% annual increase in general taxes for operating costs through 2027
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 815, 2023. Additionally, they will consider a proposal from Little Munchkins regarding space for a daycare center at 1032 2nd Avenue.
- Public Hearing for Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 815, 2023
- Daycare center space proposal for 1032 2nd Avenue
- Second reading of the Five-Year (2023–2027) Financial Plan Bylaw No. 815.2023
- Second reading of the 2023 Municipal Property Tax Rate Bylaw No. 816.2023
- UBCM Regional Community to Community Program grant application for $7,653
Special Council Meeting
The McBride Council is meeting to consider the first and second readings of the 2023–2027 Five-Year Financial Plan and the 2023 Municipal Property Tax Rate Bylaw. The meeting also includes a scheduled public consultation and an in-camera session regarding intergovernmental negotiations.
- Five-Year (2023–2027) Financial Plan Bylaw No. 815.2023
- Municipal Property Tax Rate Bylaw No. 816.2023
- Proposed 2023 property tax revenue of $525,772
- Capital plan including $345,301 for Charlie Leake Field runway rehabilitation
- Capital plan including $1,870,000 for Train Station revitalization
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider street closures, beer garden endorsements, and a $250 grant for the McBride Elks/Royal Purple Pioneer Days events. The agenda also includes a final reading for the Growing Communities Reserve Fund Bylaw 814 and a development permit for 399 Main Street.
- Pioneer Days: Temporary street closures for Main and Holdway Streets (June 2–4)
- $250 Grant-in-Aid for McBride Elks & Royal Purple
- Final reading and adoption of Growing Communities Reserve Fund Bylaw 814, 2023
- Development Permit Application 2022-02 for 399 Main Street
- Appointment of Georgina Kirby to the McBride Tourism Committee
Special Council Meeting
The McBride Council held a special meeting and Committee of the Whole to discuss the 2023-2027 five-year capital plan. The meeting included a presentation of the first draft of the 2023 operational and capital budgets.
- Presentation of 1st Draft 2023 Operational and Capital Budgets
- Proposed $345,301 for McBride Charlie Leake Field Runway and Airside Rehabilitation
- Proposed $1,870,000 for Train Station Revitalization Project
- Proposed $2,629,831 for Water Filtration Infrastructure
- Proposed $1,152,938 for Wastewater Lagoon Liner Cell #1 Revitalization
Committee of the Whole Council Meeting
The Committee of the Whole Council reviewed the first draft of the 2023 operational and capital budgets. Interim CAO Sandy Salt presented a list of capital planning projects for discussion, including facility upgrades, equipment purchases, and infrastructure repairs.
- McBride Charlie Leake Field Runway and Airside Rehabilitation Project
- Public Works equipment including a pick up truck and two-way radios
- Robson Centre furnace replacement and Village Office expansion
- Main Street lighting replacement project
- Fire hydrant and watermain work on Main Street and Horseshoe Lake Road
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider a revised schedule for the 2023 budget and the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes a first and second reading of a cannabis retail zoning amendment and a request for a temporary street closure on Main Street.
- Approval of the Revised 2023 Budget Schedule
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 815, 2023 regarding Retail Cannabis
- Adoption of the Village of McBride Strategic Plan 2023-2026
- Temporary street closure application for Main Street on May 12, 2023
- Bylaw 814, 2023 regarding the Growing Communities Fund Reserve
Regular Council Meeting
The McBride Council will review the existing Council Code of Conduct Policy and receive an update regarding planned Zoning Bylaw Amendments for cannabis retail stores. Additionally, Council will consider updating village signing authorities and the use of Steve Kolida Park Pavilion for the McBride Community Market.
- Review of Council Code of Conduct Policy (AD19)
- Update to planned Zoning Bylaw Amendments for Cannabis Retail Stores
- Proposed use of Steve Kolida Park Pavilion for McBride Community Market
- Updates to Village of McBride signing authorities
- Public Works Report to February 28, 2023
Special Council Meeting
The McBride Special Council meeting includes a Committee of the Whole session to discuss the preliminary 2023 operational and capital budgets. No other business, reports, or bylaws are listed on the agenda.
- Introduction of preliminary 2023 operational and capital budgets for discussion
Committee of the Whole Council Meeting
The Committee of the Whole Council will meet to introduce the preliminary 2023 operational and capital budgets for discussion. The meeting is scheduled for March 7, 2023, at 1:00 PM via a hybrid format.
- Introduction of Preliminary 2023 Operational and Capital Budgets for discussion
Regular Council Meeting
The McBride Council is considering adjustments to the 2023 meeting schedule due to upcoming local government association sessions. They are also reviewing a proposal to ask accommodation providers outside the municipality to voluntarily remit 2% of short-term stays for tourism marketing.
- Proposal for voluntary 2% short-term stay tax from accommodation providers outside the municipality
- Discussion on cancelling the May 9, 2023, meeting for the NCLGA Convention in Dawson Creek
- Review of the Revenue & Expenditure Report to January 31, 2023
- Potential cancellation or rescheduling of the March 14, 2023, meeting regarding the LGLA Session
Regular Council Meeting
McBride Village Council meets February 14, 2023 to consider a $50,000 application to Northern Development Initiative Trust's Economic Development Capacity Building Program, and to appoint replacements for Councillor Smith's liaison roles following his resignation. Council will also hear two delegations: Dale Stephens of the Community Consultation Committee seeking support to return arena, curling rink, and community hall management to the community from the Regional District, and Doug Monroe of Profor Management Inc. updating on the Robson Valley Legacies Development. Other items include a beer garden endorsement for a March 4 hockey tournament, the 2023 budget schedule, and an in-camera session on solicitor-client privilege and preliminary municipal service negotiations.
- $50,000 grant application to Northern Development Initiative Trust's Economic Development Capacity Building Program
- Appointments to fill six liaison vacancies left by Councillor Smith's resignation, including Community Foundation, Robson Valley Region Steering Committee, and Regional District alternate
- Dale Stephens delegation seeking to return arena, curling rink, and community hall oversight from the Regional District to the community
- Doug Monroe presentation on Robson Valley Legacies Development progress
- Beer garden endorsement for Veneer Kings hockey tournament on March 4, 2023
Special Council Meeting
McBride Village Council is holding a special meeting on January 26, 2023, with one substantive item on the agenda: final reading and adoption of Bylaw 813, 2023, the Council Remuneration Amendment Bylaw. The bylaw sets annual pay for the Mayor at $12,000 and each Councillor at $8,400 starting January 1, 2023, with one third of that amount treated as an expense allowance and paid monthly. The rest of the agenda is procedural: call to order, approval of the agenda, questions from the public and press, and adjournment.
- Final reading and adoption of Bylaw 813, 2023, amending Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 801, 2021
- Mayor's annual remuneration set at $12,000.00; Councillor at $8,400.00, effective January 1, 2023
- One third of annual remuneration designated as an expense allowance
- Remuneration to be paid in monthly installments on the last Friday of each month
- Public and press questions accepted on agenda items only, until 7:00 pm in person or 4:00 pm by email for virtual attendees
Regular Council Meeting
McBride Council meets January 24, 2023 to consider a three-year Temporary Use Permit for two short-term rental units at 851 2nd Avenue, a council remuneration amendment bylaw, and a 2023 building inspection service agreement. Council will also receive a report on a UBCM disaster risk reduction grant and RCMP crime statistics, and will hold an in-camera session on labour relations and land matters. The meeting includes a McBride Community Forest Corporation shareholder meeting with a proposed change to its board of directors.
- Temporary Use Permit (TUP 2023-01) for two short-term rental units at 851 2nd Avenue for three years, ending January 24, 2026
- Council Remuneration Amendment Bylaw No. 813, 2023 with options to defer, advance, amend, or defeat
- 2023 Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Building Inspection Service Agreement
- Grant Writing Support application to Northern Development Initiative Trust for $8,000
- Proposed removal of Harold Edwards and Lucille Green from the MCFC Board of Directors and appointment of Terry Kuzma and Mike Monroe
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider directing staff to request a suspension of logging in the Dominion Creek Watershed for environmental assessment. They will also discuss a motion to requisition a meeting of shareholders for the McBride Community Forest Corporation to remove two directors.
- Proposed logging suspension in Dominion Creek Watershed
- McBride Community Forest Corporation shareholder meeting and director removal motion
- Temporary Use Permit application for 851 2nd Avenue (short-term rentals)
- Termination of ICBC Driver Services Agency Agreement
- Cannabis Retail Stores zoning bylaw amendment options
Special Council Meeting
Council will discuss supporting a $100,000 application to the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program for the Activate Tourism McBride Project. The meeting also includes a recommendation to appoint Eileen MacDonald to the McBride Tourism Committee.
- Application for $100,000 via the REDIP Economic Capacity Stream for the Activate Tourism McBride Project
- Appointment of Eileen MacDonald to the McBride Tourism Committee
- In-camera session regarding labour relations and solicitor-client privilege