Nelson public meetings in 2022
21 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is reviewing the 2023 provisional budget and a revised fee schedule for department services. The meeting also includes reports on restorative justice, financial updates, and the 2023 meeting schedule.
- 2023 Provisional Budget totaling $4,272,586
- Revised Nelson Police Department fee schedule for 2023
- Approval of $350 for BCAPB Awards program
- 2023 meeting schedule adoption
- Financial report through November 2022
Special Council
Council is reviewing an amendment to the Council Procedure Bylaw to change meeting start times and agenda structures. The session also includes proposals for the 2023 meeting calendar, the Acting Mayor rotation, and appointments to the Nelson & District Recreation Commission.
- Proposed Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 3561, 2022 to change meeting start times from 7pm to 4:30pm
- Adoption of the 2023 Schedule of Council and Committee of the Whole meetings
- Establishment of the 2023 Acting Mayor rotation schedule
- Appointment of Council representatives to the Nelson & District Recreation Commission
- Annual Reception scheduled for December 12, 2023
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
The Nelson City Council will meet to hear a presentation from Chief Librarian Tracey Therrien regarding the Nelson Public Library's 2023 budget and operations. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss labour relations, litigated matters, and land disposition.
- Nelson Public Library 2023 budget presentation
- In-camera session regarding labour relations, litigated matters, and land disposition
Regular Council
The Council is considering an amendment to the 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan to include costs for a residential organics pre-treatment program. Additionally, staff are seeking support for two grant applications to fund wildfire resiliency and fire department equipment.
- Adoption of Five Year Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3558, 2022
- CBT Columbia Basin Wildfire Resiliency Initiative Grant application for up to $200,000
- UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant application for $30,000
- Amendment to include $378,720 net cost for FoodCycler residential organics units
- Discussion of Rural and Urban Hydro Rates
Special Council
Council is reviewing budget sessions for water and wastewater rates, development services, climate and energy, and resource recovery. The meeting includes presentations on proposed utility fee increases and upcoming major development projects.
- Proposed 2% rate increase for both water and wastewater utilities
- Water and wastewater 2023 budget presentations
- Development services workplan including Official Community Plan review
- Major 2023 projects: 902 Eleventh St, 808 Radio Ave, 611 Vernon St, and 900 Lakeside Dr
- Climate and Energy 5-year financial plan 2023-2027
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
Council will meet to appoint members to several internal and external committees, commissions, and boards for the 2022-2023 term. The agenda also includes discussions on Nelson Hydro rates and an amendment to the Council Procedure Bylaw.
- Committee appointments for the Library Board, Police Board, and RDCK Board
- Nelson Hydro Rural and Urban Rates discussion
- Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw
- In-camera session regarding labour relations, litigated matters, and land disposition
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear the 2023 provisional police budget and a WildsafeBC annual report. Staff will also discuss the next phase of the city's bike route development.
- 2023 Nelson Police Department provisional budget presentation
- WildsafeBC Nelson annual report and wildlife interaction recommendations
- Staff presentation on Development Services Bike Route Next Phase
- Cultural presentation on the history of pantomime in Nelson
Special Council (Water & Sewer Budget Introduction)
Council is reviewing the preliminary 2023 budget for water and wastewater utilities. The presentation includes a proposed 2% rate increase for both services and outlines long-term capital projects.
- Proposed 2% rate increase for Water Utility
- Proposed 2% rate increase for Wastewater Utility
- Estimated $22 annual total increase for a single-family dwelling
- Water Utility 2023 capital projects including $1.35M for finished water storage
- Wastewater Utility 2023 projects including $550,000 for RBC lifecycle maintenance
Inaugural Council
This inaugural meeting includes the administration of oaths of office and the Mayor's inaugural address. Council will decide on the appointment of a Municipal Director and an Alternate Director to the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Board of Directors for the 2022-2026 term.
- Appointment of RDCK Municipal Director and Alternate Director
- Administration of Oaths of Office and Allegiance
- Mayor Morrison's Inaugural Address
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
The Nelson City Council will hold a special regular meeting that includes a portion closed to the public. The closed session is intended to address matters regarding labour relations, litigated matters, and the disposition of land or improvements.
- Closed session regarding labour relations
- Closed session regarding litigated matters
- Closed session regarding disposition of land or improvements
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear presentations regarding the current state of the local business sector and an implementation update on the Nelson Next Climate Action Plan. These presentations are provided for information to update Council on economic conditions and climate resilience efforts.
- Chamber of Commerce presentation on business sector issues including inflation, labour, and supply chains
- Climate & Energy Team presentation on Nelson Next implementation regarding transportation, buildings, and waste
- Discussion of business data for food/beverage, retail, and construction sectors
- Update on climate resilience work planning and funding strategies
Regular Council
The Nelson City Council is reviewing a request to stratify 1224 Stanley Street into four units. The meeting also includes discussions on financial plan amendments, tax exemptions, and active transportation grants.
- Strata Title Conversion for 1224 Stanley Street
- Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3558, 2022
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3557, 2022
- 2022 Active Transportation Grant Application
- RDCK Bylaw Amendment No. 2865 request
Special Council (Hydro Budget)
The City of Nelson will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation regarding the hydro budget. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss labour relations, litigated matters, and the disposition of land or improvements.
- Hydro Budget Presentation
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Board reviewed a report showing a decline in the 2021 crime severity index and an increase in total call volume. Members also accepted the terms of reference for the new Awards Committee.
- Acceptance of the Awards Committee terms of reference
- Report of 2021 crime severity index being at its lowest since 1998
- Report of a 17% increase in total calls for service in August
- Request for Chief Constable to provide statistics on sexual assaults and hate crimes
- Proposal to bring Community Safety Officers into the department
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several presentations for information. Topics include a proposal for a new indoor soccer dome, a partnership update between the City and the Youth Climate Corps, and a draft City Communications Policy.
- Nelson Soccer Association proposal for a $3,404,890 indoor soccer dome
- Climate & Energy and Youth Climate Corp partnership update
- Draft City Communications Policy presentation
- Air Cadets presentation
- Nelson Soccer Association presentation
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
The City of Nelson will hold a Special Regular Council meeting on September 27, 2022. The meeting includes a closed portion to discuss labour relations, litigated matters, and the disposition of land or improvements.
- Closed session regarding labour relations
- Closed session regarding litigated matters
- Closed session regarding disposition of land or improvements
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is reviewing the 2021 Crime Severity Index, which shows a score of 70.35. The Board is also considering the terms of reference for a new Board Awards/Commendation Committee.
- Review of 2021 Crime Severity Index score of 70.35
- Proposed terms of reference for Board Awards/Commendation Committee
- Report on Restorative Justice program updates
- Review of July 13, 2022, meeting minutes
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
The City of Nelson Council has scheduled a special regular meeting for September 6, 2022. The agenda includes a resolution to close the meeting to the public to discuss labour relations, litigated matters, and the disposition of land or improvements.
- Resolution to close meeting to the public for labour relations, litigated matters, and land disposition
Regular Council
Council will discuss a request from Nelson Brewing Company to operate as a neighbourhood pub at 514 Latimer Street. The application seeks a Temporary Use Permit to allow a lounge license within the current M1 Industrial Zone.
- Temporary Use Permit application for 514 Latimer Street (Nelson Brewing Company)
- Funding request from Nelson and District Arts Council for Mural Festival
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3557, 2022
- Notice on Title and Remedial Action for 1007 Gordon Street
- 2nd Quarter Financial Update
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
The Council met to review funding applications for the CBT Community Initiatives Program and discuss the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) adjudication matrix. The meeting included a closed session to discuss labour relations, litigated matters, and land disposition.
- Recommended CBT Community Initiatives Program funding for 40 organizations
- Awarded $21,170 to Nelson Electric Tramway Society for tools and a hydraulic press
- Awarded $15,000 to Nelson Community Food Centre for kitchen renovations
- Awarded $10,000 to the City of Nelson for a Sensory Hang Zone
- Discussion of the CIP adjudication matrix for future fund allocation
Regular Council
The City Council will review a Development Variance Permit application to allow the construction of two duplexes at 41 Douglas Road. The proposal seeks to reduce the front yard setback to 0.0 metres and decrease the required off-street parking from four stalls to two stalls per lot.
- Development Variance Permit for 41 Douglas Road (two duplexes)
- Downtown Parking Strategy Implementation bylaws (No. 3553 & 3554)
- Vernon Street Road Closure Bylaw No. 3552, 2022
- Transit Exchange Project Agreement Approval
- Notice of Motion for $5,000 medical shuttle service funding