North Coast Regional District public meetings in 2025
43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will appoint a Chief and Deputy Chief Election Officer for the 2026 general local elections. The body is also considering first readings for an election bylaw and three readings for a new public notice bylaw.
- Appointment of Caiden Edwards as Chief Election Officer and Daniel Fish as Deputy Chief Election Officer for 2026
- First reading of Bylaw 711 (2026 Election Bylaw)
- First, second, and third readings of Bylaw 712 (2026 Public Notice Bylaw)
- Application for a Sponsored Crown Grant for Tlell Cemetery Service (Block C, District Lot 1354)
- Review of supplier payments over $5,000 for November 2025
Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee
The Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee met by teleconference on December 9, 2025 and adopted its agenda. Members approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. The committee elected David Archer as Chair and D'Leen Betts as Vice‑Chair for 2026 by acclamation. Staff reported updates on the BC Ferry Northern Adventure Vessel, walkable road shoulders and speed zones, and accessible trail development, and directed work on a public washroom accessibility feedback form, a possible washroom audit, budget inclusion, and stakeholder engagement.
- Election of David Archer as Chair for 2026 (by acclamation)
- Election of D'Leen Betts as Vice‑Chair for 2026 (by acclamation)
- Staff update on accessibility of the BC Ferry Northern Adventure Vessel
- Discussion of walkable road shoulders and speed‑zone accessibility
- Plan to develop a public washroom accessibility feedback form and explore a washroom audit
Statutory Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will adopt the agenda, elect a Chair and Vice Chair, hear an address from the newly elected officers, and then adjourn. No policy decisions, contracts, or zoning matters are on the agenda.
- Adoption of the November 21, 2025 agenda
- Election of the Chair
- Election of the Vice Chair
- Address by the newly elected Chair and Vice Chair
- Adjournment of the meeting
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will adopt the minutes from the October 17, 2025 meeting and consider a one-time emergency grant of $12,000 for the Port Clements Historical Society. The agenda also includes public delegations on highway maintenance and LNG projects, as well as the second and third readings of Bylaws 703 and 704 regarding a zoning amendment in Sandspit.
- Emergency funding of $12,000 for Port Clements Historical Society
- Second and third readings of Bylaw 703 and 704 (Sandspit zoning)
- Delegation from Ministry of Transportation on Haida Gwaii erosion
- Delegation from Western LNG on Ksi Lisms LNG project
- Request for letter of support for Haida Gwaii subsea cable project
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the staff report on the proposed North Coast Regional Economic Development Initiative (REDI) and provide a recommended direction to the Board of Directors. It will also receive an OCP Revitalization report for information only. The committee will consider a letter to the Council of the Haida Nation about a partnership for the Sangan River pedestrian bridge and an update on the solid waste management plan. Finally, it will discuss a proposal to reduce speed limits in the Tow Hill residential area.
- North Coast REDI – staff report to be discussed; committee to recommend direction to Board
- OCP Revitalization – staff report received for information
- Letter to CHN on Sangan River pedestrian bridge partnership
- Tow Hill residential area speed reduction proposal
- Adoption of October 22 and September 19 meeting minutes
RBA Funding Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the 2025 Resource Benefits Alliance allocations report and provide direction on how to allocate the RBA funds. It will also review updated pricing options for the Oona River incinerator, comparing costs and lead times for several plug‑and‑play and controlled‑air units. The committee will consider reserving RBA funds for the incinerator and discuss a proposed monthly meeting schedule for future RBA allocation discussions.
- Review of 2025 RBA funding: $2,510,118 received; $836,706 allocated; $696,451 unallocated
- Oona River incinerator options: plug‑and‑play units ($110,305‑$163,856) and controlled‑air units ($263,414‑$641,354)
- Reserve funding earmarked for the incinerator: $149,911 from Growing Communities Fund and RBA year‑1
- Proposed schedule for RBA allocation meetings on the third Wednesday or Thursday of each month
- Hiring of a finance manager to support Treasury and project budgeting
Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee
The Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will meet via teleconference to adopt the agenda, receive verbal reports on proposed trail work, and consider committee verbal reports. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting.
- Adoption of November 3, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
- Verbal report on proposed trail work
- Committee verbal reports
- Adjournment
RBA Funding Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the 2025 Resource Benefits Alliance Allocations and Programming report and provide direction to staff on how to allocate the $2,510,118 RBA funds received on March 28, 2025. The committee will discuss potential options for using these funds and consider a proposed schedule of monthly RBA allocation meetings. Decisions will guide capital and operational project funding for the North Coast Regional District.
- Receive the “2025 Resource Benefits Alliance Allocations and Programming” report
- Provide direction on allocating the $2,510,118 RBA funds received in March 2025
- Discuss potential options for RBA fund allocation across capital and operational projects
- Consider a proposed monthly meeting schedule for RBA allocation discussions (Oct 15/16, Nov 19/20, Dec 17/18, Jan 21 2026, Feb 2026)
- Review listed capital projects such as Community Hall Gazebo Replacement ($25,000) and Airport Road Connection Project (no cost listed)
Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission
The Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission will meet to discuss the revitalization of the Official Community Plan (OCP). The session will focus on Round 1 activity and the OCP review.
- Discussion on OCP Revitalization and Round 1 APC activity
- Review of August 27, 2025 meeting minutes
NO QUORUM Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will consider two applications for the 2025 Business Façade Improvement Program. The proposals are from Naikoon Pet Services for $3,100 and Seas The Day Family Café and Country Store for $2,750. The committee will recommend that the Board approve these funding amounts.
- Naikoon Pet Services – $3,100 grant for business signage and wayfinding signage
- Seas The Day Family Café and Country Store – $2,750 grant for exterior painting, fascia and trim
- Staff report on the 2026 Business Façade Improvement Program guidelines (information only)
- Correspondence from M. Hart, Executive Director, Swiilawiid Sustainability Society about potential energy‑efficiency funding
- Adoption of agenda and previous meeting minutes (procedural items)
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will consider adopting a bylaw to establish a cemetery service in Electoral Area D and approve funding for local business facade improvements and landfill closure costs. The meeting will also include updates on regional recreation and a public delegation on highway transportation.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 706, 2025 for Electoral Area D Cemetery Service
- Approval of $3,100 for Naikoon Pet Services facade improvement
- Approval of $2,750 for Seas The Day Family Café facade improvement
- Allocation of $56,510 for Islands Solid Waste Phase 5 landfill closure
- Authorization of $75,000 to $600,000 Automated Fund Transfer banking limits
NO QUORUM Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting - Complete Communities
The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the Complete Communities Assessment report and provide staff with further direction on its use. The agenda will be adopted as presented, and the committee will acknowledge the traditional territory of the Haida and Tsimshian. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.
- Adopt agenda as presented
- Receive Complete Communities Assessment report
- Provide staff with further direction on the assessment
- Acknowledge traditional Haida and Tsimshian territory
- Adjourn the meeting
Public Hearing
The North Coast Regional District is holding a public hearing to discuss amending the Moresby Island Official Community Plan and Interim Zoning Bylaw. The proposed changes would allow for residential subdivision at 473 Alliford Bay Road.
- Bylaw 703, 2025: Proposed amendment to Moresby Island Official Community Plan Bylaw 236
- Bylaw 704, 2025: Proposed amendment to Moresby Island Interim Zoning Bylaw 186
- Rezoning of a portion of District Lot 166 from A-1 Agriculture/Forestry District to R-2 Urban Residential
- Proposed subdivision of a lot at 473 Alliford Bay Road, including a parcel of approximately 2.87 hectares
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive several staff reports and make recommendations. It will recommend that the Board approve a $4,000 grant to The Moresby Explorers Ltd. under the Business Façade Improvement Program and reallocate up to $6,377.63 for civic address signage in Area D. The committee will also discuss the Island Solid Waste Landfill Phase 5 closure, Resource Benefits Alliance funding allocations, and proposed Temporary Use Permit policies for Areas D and E.
- Recommend Board approve $4,000 grant to The Moresby Explorers Ltd. for façade improvements
- Recommend reallocation of up to $6,377.63 from the Capital and Planning Reserve for Area D civic address signage
- Receive staff report on Island Solid Waste Landfill Phase 5 closure and request further direction
- Receive report on 2025 Resource Benefits Alliance allocations and provide direction
- Receive staff report on proposed Temporary Use Permit policies for Areas D and E and provide direction
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will designate the Office of the Fire Commissioner as fire inspectors and investigators for its electoral areas. It will approve amendments to the corporate credit‑card policy and the purchasing policy, and approve a $4,000 business façade improvement grant to The Moresby Explorers Ltd. The Board will reallocate up to $6,377.63 from the Capital and Planning Reserve for civic‑address signage in Electoral Area D, and will pass first‑reading of Bylaws 703 and 704, setting a public hearing for October 15 at Sandspit Community Hall.
- Designation of the Office of the Fire Commissioner as fire inspectors and investigators (Fire Safety Act requirement)
- Amendments approved to FIN‑11 Purchasing Policy and CORP‑05 Corporate Credit Card Policy
- Approval of $4,000 Business Façade Improvement Program grant to The Moresby Explorers Ltd.
- Reallocation of up to $6,377.63 for civic‑address signage in Electoral Area D
- First‑reading of Bylaws 703 and 704 to amend Moresby Island OCP for up to 2‑dwelling units; public hearing set for Oct 15
Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission
The Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission adopted its August 27 agenda and the minutes from the June 17 meeting. It received a staff report titled "OCP Revitalization - APC Activity Review & What We Heard Round 1." The commission also set its next meeting for October 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. and provided a public input segment before adjourning.
- Adoption of the August 27, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
- Receipt of staff report on OCP Revitalization – APC Activity Review & What We Heard Round 1
- Scheduling of next meeting on October 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
- Public input period
Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee
The committee will discuss priority actions for the North Coast Regional District Accessibility Plan. Members will also receive updates regarding accessibility advocacy and equipment failures on the BC Ferries Northern Adventure.
- Review of the North Coast Regional District Accessibility Plan to recommend priority actions to the Board
- Update on BC Ferries Northern Adventure accessibility, including reports of elevator and chairlift outages
- Discussion on term end reappointments for the Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will adopt economic development strategies for Electoral Areas A, C, D, and E, and authorize an alternate approval process for a cemetery service in Area D. The agenda also includes zoning amendments, water service bylaws, and land referrals.
- Adoption of Economic Development Strategies for Electoral Areas A, C, D, and E
- Authorization of Alternate Approval Process for Area D Cemetery Service (Bylaw 706, 2025)
- First reading of Bylaw 699, 2025 for residential zoning in Tlell
- First reading of Bylaw 703 & 704, 2025 for residential zoning in Sandspit
- Adoption of Bylaw 469.5, 2025 to amend Sandspit Water Service Establishment Bylaw
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt the agenda and the July 24 meeting minutes. It will receive the "OCP Revitalization Draft What We Heard" report for information. It will also receive a staff report on Temporary Use Permits and provide further direction on that matter.
- Adopt agenda for August 15, 2025 meeting
- Adopt Electoral Area Advisory Committee minutes from July 24, 2025
- Receive "OCP Revitalization Draft What We Heard" report for information
- Receive staff report on Temporary Use Permits and give further direction
- Public input session scheduled
NO QUORUM Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee
The committee will discuss the North Coast Regional District Accessibility Plan and recommend priority actions to the Board. Members will also receive updates regarding accessibility advocacy and service disruptions on BC Ferries' Northern Adventure.
- Review of the North Coast Regional District Accessibility Plan
- Update on BC Ferries Northern Adventure elevator and chairlift accessibility
- Discussion on term end reappointments for the Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive a staff report on Temporary Use Permits and provide direction on a potential permit system. It will also receive the NCRD Sustainable Economic Development Strategy for Electoral Areas A, C, D and E and recommend that the Board adopt the strategy. An Official Community Plan Activity 1 Review report will be received for information, and correspondence about the Masset Library and Haida Language Immersion Lab opening will be noted.
- Staff report on Temporary Use Permits – request for committee direction
- Sustainable Economic Development Strategy for Electoral Areas A, C, D, E – recommendation to Board for adoption
- Official Community Plan Activity 1 Review – informational report
- Invitation to official opening of Masset Library & Haida Language Immersion Lab – received for information
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will review zoning amendment applications for residential dwellings in Tlell and Sandspit. The meeting also includes a vote on the 2024 Statement of Financial Information and the adoption of a police detachment security bylaw.
- Bylaw 699, 2025: Zoning amendment for residential use up to 2 dwellings in Tlell
- Bylaws 701 and 702, 2025: Zoning amendment for residential use up to 3-6 dwellings in Sandspit
- Bylaw 707, 2025: Prince Rupert Police Detachment Security Issuing Bylaw
- Bylaw 706, 2025: Area D Cemetery Service Establishing Bylaw
- Approval of the 2024 Statement of Financial Information
Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee
The Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will receive staff reports on trail designs for Onward Point, Secret Cove, and Kwuna Point, as well as a concept design for a skatepark and pump track. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Adoption of June 17, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
- Review of Onward Point Trail designs and cost estimates
- Review of Secret Cove Trail designs and cost estimates
- Review of Kwuna Point Trail designs and cost estimates
Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission
The Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission will receive a staff report on Application No. 2025-003 submitted by Letitia Ionita for residential use up to two dwellings in Sandspit. The Commission will recommend that the North Coast Regional District Board consider Draft Bylaw 703, 2025 to amend the Official Community Plan Bylaw 236, and Draft Bylaw 704, 2025 to amend the Interim Zoning Bylaw 186. The recommendation includes proceeding with a first reading of the two bylaws or denying the application.
- Application for Zoning Amendment No. 2025-003 – Letitia Ionita – Sandspit
- Draft Bylaw 703, 2025 – amendment to Moresby Island Official Community Plan Bylaw 236
- Draft Bylaw 704, 2025 – amendment to Moresby Island Interim Zoning Bylaw 186
- Commission recommendation to Board for first reading of Bylaws 703 and 704
- Option for Board to deny the application
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is reviewing a policy update for the Northwest B.C. Resource Benefits Alliance (RBA) funding to align with provincial requirements regarding reconciliation and First Nations relationships. The body is also discussing the allocation of $2,510,118 in accelerated RBA funds received on March 28, 2025.
- Proposed amendment to FIN-15 Northwest B.C. Resource Benefits Alliance (RBA) Funding Allocation Policy
- Discussion of $2,510,118 in accelerated RBA funds for years 2, 3, and 4
- Update on Ministry-Managed Roads, Street-Naming, and Housing Numbering on Haida Gwaii
- Gravel grading in portions of Electoral Area D
- Sangan River Pedestrian Bridge Concept
Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee
The Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will meet by teleconference on May 27, 2025, to elect a chair and vice chair. The agenda is presented for adoption.
- Election of the Chair and Vice Chair
- Adoption of the May 27, 2025 agenda
- Meeting held by teleconference
Graham Island Advisory Planning Commission
The Graham Island Advisory Planning Commission discussed the OCP Revitalization and defining community values. The body decided that staff will investigate revenue options from land use policy and research potential regulations and enforcement.
- Direction for staff to investigate revenue tools from land use policy
- Direction for staff to research land use regulations and enforcement
- Receipt of the 'GIAPC - Defining Our Values' Commissioners Report
Regular Board Meeting
The board will adopt the meeting agenda and minutes, receive finance reports including a $283,464.27 unfunded landfill closure liability and the 2024 draft audited financial statements, and review staff reports on legislative reform, travel to Oona River, and the active transportation plan. It will also consider the Application for Zoning Amendment No. 2025-002, including Draft Bylaws 701 and 702 to permit 3‑6 residential dwellings on Moresby Island, and will waive the public hearing requirement.
- Consider $283,464.27 unfunded Asset Retirement Obligation for landfill closure, to be funded from the Islands Solid Waste Capital and Planning Reserve Fund
- Approve the 2024 draft audited financial statements (amended)
- Receive Legislative Reform Initiative staff report and provide direction on feedback to the Union of B.C. Municipalities
- Review June Regular Board Meeting travel report to Oona River and give direction on preferred return travel options
- Consider Application for Zoning Amendment No. 2025-002 (Draft Bylaws 701 & 702) to allow 3‑6 residential dwellings in Sandspit and waive the public hearing
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt its May 7 agenda and adopt the minutes from the April 9 and February 27 meetings. It will receive the report titled “NCRD Active Transportation Plan” and provide staff with direction on the plan. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Adopt May 7, 2025 agenda
- Adopt minutes of the April 9, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes of the February 27, 2025 meeting
- Receive the “NCRD Active Transportation Plan” report
- Give staff direction on the Active Transportation and Trail Network Plan
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Committee of the Whole is receiving a progress report on its 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The report details updates on housing, governance, shared services, and the economy, including the receipt of $4,183,528 for the Resource Benefits Alliance.
- Receiving progress update on 2023-2026 Strategic Plan
- Receiving $4,183,528 from Province of B.C. for Resource Benefits Alliance
- Reviewing progress on new Regional District Headquarters in Prince Rupert
- Discussions on potential transfer of City of Prince Rupert landfill to NCRD
- Reviewing progress on Emergency 911 service expansion
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will discuss land use bylaws, economic development restructuring, and a zoning amendment in Tlell. The body is also deciding on funding for Sandspit Volunteer Fire Department equipment and the establishment of a cemetery service in Area D.
- Approval of Emergency Programming Area E Capital and Planning Reserve funds for Sandspit Volunteer Fire Department Structural Protection Unit equipment
- First reading of Bylaw No. 706, 2025, Area D Cemetery Service Establishing Bylaw
- Zoning Amendment Application No. 2025-001 for residential use up to 2 dwellings in Tlell (Bylaw 699, 2025)
- Review of supplier payments over $5,000 for March 2025
- Land Referrals for Gitxaala Forestry Licenses of Occupation (No. 178365361-001 and 178365361-006)
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive a staff report on equipment procurement for the Sandspit Volunteer Fire Department and provide direction on how to fund the purchase. The total cost is $53,547.03, with $45,000 already approved from the Community Resiliency Investment Fund. The committee will also hear a verbal report on short‑term rentals and adopt the meeting agenda and prior minutes.
- Review and direct funding for Sandspit VFD equipment procurement (total $53,547.03, $45,000 CRI approved)
- Receive staff report titled “Equipment Procurement for Sandspit Volunteer Fire Department”
- Verbal report on short‑term rentals – committee asked for direction
- Adopt the April 9, 2025 agenda
- Adopt the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes
Regular Board Meeting
The board will adopt Bylaw No. 700, establishing the district’s 2025‑2029 financial plan. It will also approve the OCP Revitalization workplan, including a $75,000 increase to the eligible gas tax amount. Additional items include approving an ALC subdivision road dedication, sanctioning travel to the NCLGA convention, and appointing a member to the Graham Island Advisory Planning Commission.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 700, the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan (three readings).
- Approve OCP Revitalization Workplan Framework and increase Eligible Gas Tax to $75,000.
- Approve application for ALC Subdivision Referral No. 2024‑101476 (road dedication).
- Sanction travel costs for all directors to attend the 2025 North Central Local Government Association convention in Prince Rupert (May 9‑16).
- Appoint Robyn L. Irvine to the Graham Island Advisory Planning Commission for a two‑year term.
Special Board Meeting (Round 3 Budget)
The Board is discussing the 2025 Round 3 Budget and the Five-Year Financial Plan 2025-2029. The meeting covers the approval of financial plans for 37 different functions, including waste, water, and administration.
- Total tax requisitions of $2,550,035, an increase of $130,650 (5.40%) over 2024
- Operating costs of $6,962,629 and capital costs of $2,263,000
- Sandspit Transfer Station contract increase of $1,200 per year
- Professional fees for property appraisals for insurance purposes totaling $16,800
- RBA allocation to administration of $124,392
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the February 12 meeting. It will receive a staff report titled “OCP Revitalization: Workplan Framework” for information. The committee will recommend that the Board approve the workplan and allocate funds to begin the OCP Revitalization project.
- Adopt the February 27, 2025 agenda
- Adopt minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting
- Receive staff report “OCP Revitalization: Workplan Framework”
- Recommend Board approval of the OCP Revitalization workplan
- Recommend allocation of funds for the OCP Revitalization project
Special Board Meeting (Round 2 Budget)
The North Coast Regional District is holding a special board meeting to review the second round of the 2025 budget. Staff will present proposed changes to service areas including Islands Solid Waste, Regional Recycling, and Administration, with the final plan to be approved by March 21.
- Islands Solid Waste: Recommend increasing Sandspit Transfer Station contract by $1,200 annually
- Regional (Mainland) Recycling: Increase cost of new truck to $70,000
- Tlell Fire Service: Transfer up to $4,494 from capital reserve to offset equipment costs
- Grant-in-Aid Area D: Decrease Tlell Community Association funding to $1,500
- Emergency Programming Area D: Amend budget to include Tlell Erosion/Flood Mitigation project
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board is meeting to discuss the establishment of a cemetery service in Tlell and a joint project for Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessments on Haida Gwaii. The body will also review short-term rental requirements and OCP engagement strategies.
- Proposed local service establishment bylaw for a cemetery service in Tlell
- Proposed joint-project for Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessments (HRVA) on Haida Gwaii
- Review of 'opting in' to principal residence requirements under the Short Term Rental Accommodations Act, 2023
- Proposed AVICC resolutions regarding BC Ferry Advisory Committees and the B.C. Port Tax Cap
- Report on supplier payments over $5,000 for January 2025
Parcel Tax Roll Review Agenda
The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel adopted the meeting agenda, received the staff report titled "2025 Parcel Tax Roll Review - Sandspit Water," and formally authenticated the 2025 parcel tax roll. The panel then adjourned the meeting.
- Adopted the February 21, 2025 Parcel Tax Roll agenda
- Received staff report "2025 Parcel Tax Roll Review - Sandspit Water"
- Authenticated the 2025 Parcel Tax Roll as presented
- Adjourned the Parcel Tax Roll Review meeting
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a community engagement strategy for revitalizing Official Community Plans in Electoral Areas D and E. The body will also consider recommendations for the adoption of economic development strategies and a joint project for hazard assessments on Haida Gwaii.
- Approval of the OCP Engagement Strategy for inclusion in the OCP Revitalization Workplan
- Recommendation to the Board to adopt the Electoral Areas A and C Sustainable Economic Development Strategy
- Proposed additional online consultation for the Sustainable Economic Development Strategy for Electoral Areas D and E
- Information on the deadline for opting into provincial principal residence requirements under the Short Term Rental Accommodations Act, 2023
- Recommendation to support a joint-project on Haida Gwaii for Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessments (HRVA)
NO QUORUM Sandspit Community Hall Standing Committee
The Sandspit Community Hall Standing Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the December 6, 2024 meeting. It will receive for information the Sandspit Community Hall Facility Condition Assessment – Maintenance and Capital Recommendations, the Five‑Year Financial Plan 2025‑2029, a staff report on Jersey Barriers, and a verbal report on moving the air handler due to column work. No decisions or approvals are listed beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.
- Adoption of the February 12, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of the December 6, 2024 meeting minutes
- Receipt of the Facility Condition Assessment – Maintenance and Capital Recommendations report
- Receipt of the Five‑Year Financial Plan 2025‑2029 for Sandspit Community Hall
- Receipt of the Jersey Barriers staff report
NCRD Special Board Meeting (Round 1 Budget)
The Board is reviewing the 2025 Round 1 Budget and various five-year financial plans. Most items are being referred to Round 2 or Round 3 budget discussions. The meeting also includes the receipt of 2025 Grant in Aid applications.
- Proposed $72,000 transfer to Islands Solid Waste Landfill Reserve
- Proposed $135,000 total transfer to Regional (Mainland) Recycling Capital and Planning Reserve
- Proposed $6,250 transfer to Sandspit Water Capital and Planning Reserve
- Proposed $4,065 transfer to Elections general reserve
- Proposed $14,900 transfer to Regional Solid Waste Capital and Planning Reserve
Regular Board Meeting
The North Coast Regional District Board will consider land use referrals for wind power and temporary industrial use. The meeting also includes the adoption of bylaws for Sandspit advisory committees and the scheduling of a parcel tax roll review panel.
- Land Referral No. 175848314-003: Oceanic Wind Energy Inc. wind power investigative license
- Land Referral No. 6409518: Alaska Holdings, Ltd. temporary industrial use
- Bylaw No. 697 and 698: Establishing Sandspit Parks and Trails and Emergency Planning advisory committees
- Contract award to Proponent B for RFT 2024-02 with a value up to $605,155
- Appointment of a 2025 Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel for the Sandspit Water Parcel Tax Roll
Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the December 3, 2024 minutes. It will receive for information a draft Economic Development Strategy and Active Transportation Plan for Areas D and E, and a proposed 2025‑2029 Electoral Area Administration Financial Plan. The committee will also receive a report on establishing a cemetery service in Tlell and will recommend that the board direct staff to prepare a local service establishment bylaw for that cemetery.
- Adopt the January 22, 2025 agenda
- Adopt the Electoral Area Advisory Committee minutes from December 3, 2024
- Receive the Draft Economic Development Strategy and Active Transportation Plan for Areas D and E (information only)
- Receive the proposed 2025‑2029 Electoral Area Administration Financial Plan (information only)
- Recommend the board direct staff to prepare a bylaw establishing a cemetery service in Tlell