Nelson
Upcoming
Regular Council
Council will discuss amendments to the Building Bylaw to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. They will also consider endorsing two resolutions for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities regarding innovative housing finance and algorithmic platform risks. Other items include a lease term for The Cube 2.0 and a variance request for 820 Victoria Street.
- Building Bylaw Amendment for energy step code and zero carbon requirements
- Endorse FCM resolutions on speculative real estate investment and algorithmic risk
- The Cube 2.0 lease term discussion
- 820 Victoria Street variance request
- Adoption of previous meeting minutes
Last 30 days
Special Council
Council is reviewing a proposal to transition from automated meter reading (AMR) to an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system. The project aims to replace aging meters, improve outage detection, and enable real-time data for customers.
- Proposed $7.4 million capital budget for AMI implementation from 2027 to 2029
- Application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) for the $3.1 million rural portion of the project
- Estimated 2.3% rate increase over three years for rural ratepayers
- Potential partnership with municipal utilities in Penticton, Summerland, and Grand Forks to reduce costs
- Review of the Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information (SOFI)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a Climate Report Card detailing emissions reduction and energy efficiency achievements. The session also includes discussions on a new traffic bylaw and presentations from community groups.
- Climate Report Card update
- Traffic Bylaw discussion
- Nelson & Area Community Transportation Group delegation
- Nelson Museum & Archives Gallery delegation