Nelson public meetings in 2025
43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board will meet to elect a new Board Chair and discuss various departmental updates. The meeting also includes reviewing the preliminary budget and discussing the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
- Election of Nelson Police Board Chair
- Approval of preliminary budget for presentation to Nelson City Council
- Approval of $5,277.25 in Nelson Police Foundation funds for a department mascot
- Grant of $12,000 for the Community Safety and Targeted Enforcement (C-STEP) program
- Reappointment of Eric Alexander Harris to the Nelson Police Board until December 31, 2027
Regular Council
Nelson City Council's December 2, 2025 regular meeting includes workshops on the Nelson Public Library budget and the Pre-treated Organics Program, followed by consideration of several bylaws including Nelson Hydro rate amendments and a road closure. Council will also hear staff recommendations on the organics program and regional parks funding.
- Nelson Hydro Services Amendment (Rural Rates) Bylaw No. 3648, 2025
- Nelson Hydro Services Amendment (Urban Rates) Bylaw No. 3649, 2025
- Fees and Charges Amendment (2026 Water, Wastewater and Resource Recovery Fees) Bylaw No. 3650, 2026
- Cottonwood Street Road Closure Bylaw 3644, 2026
- Resource Recovery: Pre-treated Organics Program staff recommendation
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive updates from WildSafeBC on the 2025 wildlife season and from Nelson & Area Community Transportation on a cycling education curriculum, plus a cultural presentation from local filmmakers. Council will also consider a provisional budget from the Nelson Police Board. The meeting includes a closed session for personal information and solicitor-client privileged advice.
- Nelson Police Board provisional budget review
- WildSafeBC 2025 season update and 2026 initiatives
- NACT cycling education curriculum update (ReDi grant funded)
- Cultural presentation by local filmmakers on Burger Month docu-series
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(b) and (i) of Community Charter
Special Council (Budget Meeting)
This special budget meeting will include a review of the Quarter 3 Financial Update. Council will also discuss water/wastewater services and resource recovery.
- Quarter 3 Financial Update review
- Water/Wastewater review
- Resource Recovery discussion
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to consider several recommendations, including accepting the preliminary budget for presentation to City Council, applying a Worksafe top-up for exempt staff, approving the 2026 meeting calendar, and using $5,277.25 from the Nelson Police Foundation for a mascot. The board will also hear from the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee co-chairs and discuss committee structures. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda and minutes.
- Preliminary budget to be presented to Nelson City Council
- Worksafe top-up for exempt staff using CBA section 9.07
- 2026 meeting calendar approval, with question on July/December meetings
- Use of $5,277.25 from Nelson Police Foundation for NPD mascot
- EDI Committee co-chairs presentation and terms of reference discussion
Regular Council
At this regular meeting, Nelson City Council will consider several items, including a strategic long-term cemetery plan, repealing obsolete bylaws, a notice on title for 303 Vernon Street, a business licence bylaw presentation, and addenda for Nelson Hydro urban and rural rates. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and a closed meeting for a municipal award consideration.
- Nelson Hydro Services Bylaw No. 3649, 2025 - Urban Rates (addenda)
- Nelson Hydro Services Bylaw No. 3648, 2025 - Rural Rates (addenda)
- Repeal Obsolete Bylaws
- Notice On Title - 303 Vernon Street
- Business Licence Bylaw Presentation
Special Council (Budget Meeting)
This special budget meeting focuses on adopting an amendment to the permissive tax exemption bylaw, which would grant a one-year property tax exemption to the Granite Pointe Golf and Recreation Society for 2026, provided the course remains open to the public. The meeting also includes a budget session and a discussion on emergency treatment funding.
- Adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 3646, 2025, granting a one-year exemption to Granite Pointe Golf and Recreation Society (1123 West Richards Street) for 2026, conditional on public use.
- Budget session from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.
- Emergency Treatment Funding discussion from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm.
Special Council
Nelson City Council is holding a special meeting to consider giving first three readings to a bylaw that would grant a one-year permissive tax exemption for the Granite Pointe Golf and Recreation Society's portion of the golf course land for the 2026 taxation year. The exemption is conditional on the course remaining open for public use. The meeting will also adopt minutes from three previous special meetings.
- Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 3646, 2025 for Granite Pointe Golf Course
- Adoption of minutes from January 24, February 18, and March 18, 2025 special meetings
- 2025 property taxes for Granite Pointe were $11,912, with $4,256 municipal
- Exemption applies only to land held by the Society, not development lands
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hold a workshop to review and comment on proposed changes to the Zoning Bylaw, which will shape future development in Nelson. Council will provide direction to staff before formal public engagement. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes, a cultural performance, public participation, and delegations from the Nelson Hospice Society and City Administration on a lease/rental policy for city-owned property.
- Zoning Bylaw update: proposed changes include reducing parking requirements for affordable housing, prohibiting large-format retail over 4,000 sq. m., and consolidating regulations from three bylaws into one
- Delegation: Nelson Hospice Society
- Delegation: City Administration on City Owned Property – Lease/Rental Policy
- Adoption of Committee of the Whole minutes from May 20 and June 17, 2025
- Cultural presentation: Tapatía Collective Dance Performance
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to receive the Chief Constable's report and discuss a conflict of interest question about combining Victim Services and Restorative Justice roles. The board will also review committee updates and correspondence. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda and minutes.
- Discussion of conflict of interest in combining Victim Services and Restorative Justice roles
- Chief Constable's report to be received and accepted
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion committee update
- Police Board committees update
- Next meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025
Regular Council
Nelson City Council will decide on several items, including a request from the Railtown Housing Society for $100,000 in funding and in-kind staff support for a six-storey workforce housing project at 85 Baker St., and a request from the Royal Canadian Legion to paint a commemorative crosswalk at Victoria and Stanley Streets. Council will also consider approving the 2026 meeting calendar and acting mayor schedule, and authorizing the RDCK to apply for a regional emergency preparedness grant.
- Railtown Housing Society: $35,000 from Affordable Housing Fund, $65,000 from Downtown Waterfront Reserve Fund, and in-kind engineering inspections for 85 Baker St. project
- Royal Canadian Legion #51: request to paint commemorative crosswalk at Victoria and Stanley Streets
- 2026 Council meeting calendar and Acting Mayor schedule approval
- Authorize RDCK to apply for UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (up to $30,000 for Nelson, $270,000 regional)
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(a)&(e) for personnel and land matters
Public Hearing
The City of Nelson is holding a public hearing to consider adopting a new Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 3629, 2025) and a zoning bylaw amendment (No. 3626, 2025). The new OCP replaces the 2013 plan and includes policies on housing, climate, reconciliation, and land use. The zoning amendment renames the MU4 zone to MU3-A for Railtown properties without changing land use permissions. The public can speak or submit written comments before the hearing.
- Repeal of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3247, 2013 and adoption of new OCP Bylaw No. 3629, 2025
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 3626, 2025 rezonings in Railtown: 76 Baker Street, 57 Government Road, 29 Government Road, and city-owned vacant land on Government Road
- Land use designation changes: 820 Tenth Street to Tenth Street Campus, 70 Lakeside Drive to Public Utility Lands, 924 Davies Street to Multi-Unit Residential
- New development permit design guidelines for residential (5+ units), commercial, industrial, and heritage (Baker Street)
- Maximum fine increased to $50,000 for bylaw enforcement
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to swear in three new directors, elect a board chair, and receive reports from the chief constable and directors. The agenda also includes a discussion of police statistics for 2025 compared to 2024, and consideration of board committees and the October meeting time.
- Swear-in of new board directors Marta Abel, Sue Adam, and Karen Bennett
- Election of board chair per Police Act section 25
- Chief Constable's report to be provided verbally
- Police statistics: 2025 vs 2024 (Jan 1 - Aug 1) show decreases in drug/alcohol files (92 vs 406), theft files (151 vs 283), and break and enters (19 vs 53)
- Board committees to be considered; decision at October meeting
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to accept the Chief Constable's Report and financial report, and to receive updates from the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, action list, correspondence, and victim services statistics. The meeting will adjourn with the next regular meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025.
- Reappointment of Christine Joy Deynaka (term ending Dec 31, 2026) and Devon Caron (term ending June 30, 2027) to the Nelson Police Board via provincial Order in Council
- Correspondence from BC Minister of Public Safety on repeat property crime, including $16M SITE program and $230M RCMP provincial investment
- Victim Services stats for May 2025: 18 new clients (RCMP Nelson Rural), 4 new clients (NPD Nelson)
- Restorative Justice Program: 1 file referred in April 2025, no referrals in May 2025
- EDI Committee minutes from June 25, 2025, including cultural leadership training and budget discussion
Regular Council
Council will hold a workshop to review the City's Special Events Program, including potential fee changes and new policies for the Hall Street Pier. They will also consider an extension for the Nelson Community Food Centre to complete its Food Skills Program using previously approved ReDi funding.
- Workshop on Special Events Program review, including fee models and permitting
- Proposed Hall Street Pier Special Events policy
- Extension request for Nelson Community Food Centre Food Skills Program to December 31, 2025
- Official Community Plan Amendment (818 Front Street) Bylaw No. 3634, 2025
- Zoning Amendment (818 - 824 Front Street) Bylaw No. 3635, 2025
Special Council
Council is holding a public hearing and will consider passing third reading of two bylaws that would amend the Official Community Plan and zoning for properties at 818-824 Front Street and a portion of 305 Hall Street. The amendments would change the land use designation from Institutional to Mixed-Use Core and rezone the land to a new Comprehensive Development 10 (CD10) Residential and Recreation Use zone, supporting a proposed housing project by the Nelson CARES Society. Notably, the Regional District of Central Kootenay and Recreation Commission No. 5 have declined to donate RDCK lands for the project, but staff recommend proceeding with the amendments as they are flexible enough to support either a standalone residential or mixed residential/recreation project. Final adoption would require approval from the Ministry of Transportation and Transit.
- Third reading of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3634, 2025 (818-824 Front Street and portion of 305 Hall Street)
- Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3635, 2025 (creates CD10 Residential and Recreation Use zone)
- RDCK and Recreation Commission No. 5 declined to donate lands at 824 Front Street for Nelson CARES Society housing project
- Proposed CD10 zone permits multi-unit residential, indoor participant recreation, offices, public administration, and public assembly
- Ministry of Transportation and Transit approval required due to proximity to provincial highway
Public Hearing
The City of Nelson is considering amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw for properties at 818-824 Front Street and 305 Hall Street. The proposal would allow for a 6-storey building containing up to 50 multi-residential units and a potential expansion of the Nelson and District Community Complex. Recent decisions by the RDCK Board and Recreation Commission No. 5 declined to donate land for the project in its current form.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3635 (I1-Institutional to CD-10)
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3634 (Institutional to Mixed-Use Core)
- Proposed 6-storey building with up to 50 multi-residential units
- Potential addition to the Nelson and District Community Complex (NDCC)
- Subject properties: 818-824 Front Street and portion of 305 Hall Street
Special Council
This special Council meeting focuses on appointments to committees, commissions, and boards, including a vote on the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Board Director and affiliated positions. Council will also consider removing the Grievance Committee and the West Kootenay Regional Airport Advisory Committee. The agenda includes adoption of minutes and receipt of the 2024 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information.
- Vote on RDCK Board Director and alternate appointments
- Appointments to Recreation Commission, Regional Hospital Board, Regional Parks Commission
- Proposal to remove Grievance Committee
- Proposal to remove West Kootenay Regional Airport Advisory Committee
- 2024 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board will meet to elect a chair and vice chair, as required by the Police Act, and to review a draft strategic plan progress tracking document. The board will also receive the Chief Constable's report and consider the consent agenda, which includes minutes from the May meeting and an action list.
- Election of board chair and vice chair per Police Act s.25
- Review of draft strategic plan progress tracking document
- Chief Constable's report includes fentanyl seizure of 38.5 grams on May 25
- New hires: one sergeant sworn in June 2, second starting July 1, CSO Valdes sworn in June 2
- Next meeting scheduled for July 9, 2025
Regular Council
This regular Council meeting includes a workshop on the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) project, with options ranging from $184,000 to $272,000 and a decision expected in July/August. Council will also vote on approving two murals on City property for the Nelson International Mural Festival, and consider several staff recommendations including a delegation policy amendment, a development variance permit, a Fire Master Plan, and recycling cost allocation. Bylaw amendments for 818-824 Front Street (OCP and zoning) are also on the agenda.
- GIS project update: options from $184,000 (status quo) to $272,000 (City GIS with Coordinator)
- Mural request: approve murals at 420 Vernon Street (parkade) and 920 Simpson Road (pumphouse)
- Bylaws: Official Community Plan Amendment 3634 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment 3635 for 818-824 Front Street
- Development Variance Permit for 723 Robson Street
- Fire Master Plan and Recycling Cost Allocation staff reports
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive presentations from Nelson Fire & Rescue Services on its Fire Master Plan, from BC Housing, and from the Nelson Police Department Victim Services on community safety programs. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes, a cultural presentation, public participation, and a closed session on land matters.
- Nelson Fire & Rescue Services Fire Master Plan delegation (pages 17-179)
- BC Housing delegation (pages 180-188)
- Nelson Police Department Victim Services presentation on Break & Enter Prevention and Neighbours, Friends, Families and Coworkers campaign
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(e) regarding acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land
- Adoption of minutes from Feb 18, Mar 18, Apr 15 Committee of the Whole meetings
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to accept routine reports, discuss strategic plan goals, and begin planning for a new board chair starting in July. The agenda includes consent items, the Chief Constable's report, and updates from the BC Association of Police Boards conference.
- Discussion of strategic plan goals and priorities
- Planning for new Police Board Chair role beginning in July
- Acceptance of Chief Constable's Report
- Update from BC Association of Police Boards conference
- Consent agenda includes financial report and correspondence
Regular Council
Nelson City Council's regular meeting on May 6, 2025, includes several bylaws for adoption or reading, notably the 2025 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw and the 85 Baker Street Local Area Service Establishing Bylaw, which would recover infrastructure costs from property owners. Council will also consider a temporary use permit, a request from Sue Big Oil, and staff recommendations on the Official Community Plan engagement, Community to Community funding, a communication policy, Next Generation 911 funding, and an interim urban forestry plan. The meeting includes a closed session for labour relations and land matters, and a presentation by M'Akola regarding 818-824 Front Street.
- Annual Tax Rate (2025) Bylaw No. 3640, 2025
- 85 Baker Street Local Area Service Establishing Bylaw No. 3639, 2025
- Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) Amendment Bylaw No. 3642, 2025
- Temporary Use Permit (pages 14-88)
- Sue Big Oil request (pages 89-110)
Special Council
This is a special council meeting that will immediately close to the public to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality, as permitted under Section 90(1)(g) of the Community Charter. No other business is on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(g) for litigation matters
Special Council
Council is deciding whether to give third and final readings to Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendments, and to approve a Development Variance Permit, for a proposed 48-unit multi-unit residential building at 1306 and 1308 Fell Street. The public hearing has been held, and staff recommend approval. The project, submitted by M'akola Development Services on behalf of SHARE Housing Initiative Society, would change the land use designation from Institutional to Multi-Unit Residential and rezone from I-1 to R4-High Density Residential.
- Final adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3632, 2025 (Institutional to Multi-Unit Residential)
- Final adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3633, 2025 (I-1 to R4-High Density Residential)
- Approval of Development Variance Permit: reduce front and exterior side yard setbacks from 4.5m to 3.0m, increase height from 13.0m to 18.0m
- 48-unit residential building with 38 parking stalls, underground parking, access from 11th Street
- Public hearing held April 16, 2025; correspondence received up to April 15, 2025 considered
Public Hearing
Council is holding a public hearing to consider rezoning 1306 and 1308 Fell Street from Institutional to R4 High-Density Residential and changing the OCP designation to Multi-Unit Residential, which would allow a 48-unit residential building. The applicant, on behalf of SHARE Housing Initiative Society, also seeks variances to reduce setbacks and increase building height. The hearing is the opportunity for public input before Council decides on the bylaws.
- Rezone 1306-1308 Fell Street from I-1 Institutional to R4 High-Density Residential
- OCP designation change from Institutional to Multi-Unit Residential
- Development Variance Permit to reduce front and side setbacks from 4.5m to 3.0m and increase height from 13m to 18m
- Proposed 48-unit residential building with 38 parking stalls, underground parking
- Affordable housing mix: 50% rent-geared-to-income, 30% market, 20% deeply affordable
Special Council
Nelson City Council is holding a special meeting to give first three readings to the Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 3640, 2025, which sets property tax rates for the year. Council will also consider allocations for ReDi grant funding. The meeting includes adoption of minutes from previous special meetings and a closed session to discuss the annual municipal report.
- Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 3640, 2025 for first three readings
- ReDi Grant funding allocations
- Adoption of minutes from January 17 and February 7, 2025 special meetings
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(l) regarding annual municipal report
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a Human Resources update on recruitment and retention efforts, and review a list of changes to the draft Official Community Plan (OCP) following community engagement. Council will provide direction on the OCP changes, which include about 15 notable and over 125 minor revisions.
- Human Resources update on recruiting and retention, including 93 postings filled in 2024
- Official Community Plan update: review of 'What We Heard' report and list of changes
- Cultural presentation by Cheryl Cook for Poetry Month
- Public participation period (max 15 minutes)
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to receive a presentation from Victim Services, accept the consent agenda, and receive the Chief Constable's report. The agenda also includes a report from the NPD Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee. Most items are routine approvals and updates.
- Victim Services 'Neighbors, Friends, Family and Coworkers' video presentation (45 mins)
- Consent agenda including March meeting minutes and action list
- Chief Constable's report (to be added)
- NPD EDI Committee report
- Next meeting scheduled for May 14, 2025
Regular Council
Nelson City Council's April 1, 2025 regular meeting includes presentations on the city's brand refresh and fourth-quarter financial update, followed by bylaw readings and staff recommendations. Key items include establishing a local area service and loan authorization for 85 Baker Street, amending youth centre fees, repealing an old local improvement charges bylaw, and amending the five-year financial plan. The meeting also includes long service awards for the fire department and a report on the CAO performance evaluation policy.
- 85 Baker Street Local Area Service Establishing Bylaw No. 3639, 2025 and Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 3641, 2025
- Fees and Charges Amendment (Youth Centre) Bylaw No. 3636, 2025
- Bylaw No. 3638, 2025 Repealing Bylaw 2223, 1987 Local Improvement Charges
- Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) Amendment Bylaw No. 3642, 2025
- Chief Administrative Officer Performance Evaluation Policy 2640.00.0140
Special Council
Council is considering adoption of the Five-Year Financial Plan (2025-2029) Bylaw No. 3637, which sets the city's operating and capital budgets. The plan includes an overall taxation increase of $1.25M, with an average home (assessed at $680,000) seeing an 8.1% increase ($165) to $2,200 per year. Council will also consider repealing a 1987 local improvement charges bylaw and establishing a local area service for 85 Baker Street, plus a staff recommendation on Fell Street development.
- Adopt Five-Year Financial Plan (2025-2029) Bylaw No. 3637, 2025
- Bylaw 3638, 2025 repealing Bylaw 2223, 1987 Local Improvement Charges
- 85 Baker Street Local Area Service Establishment Bylaw No. 3639, 2025
- Fell Street - M'akola Development Services (staff recommendation)
- Tax increase: average home +$165/year (8.1%) to $2,200
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving presentations on the 2024 Point-in-Time Homelessness Count, the Nelson Regional Sports Council's facility concerns, and an update on the Railtown workforce housing project. No decisions are being made; the meeting is for information and discussion.
- 2024 Point-in-Time Homelessness Count report and recommendations
- Nelson Regional Sports Council presentation on recreation facility space shortage
- Railtown Housing Society update on workforce housing project
- Cultural presentation for National Francophonie Month
- Public participation period (max 15 minutes)
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to receive a presentation from Victim Services, accept the Chief Constable's report, and discuss attendance at the Canadian Association of Police Governance conference in Victoria. The board will also consider a CBC article about a court award to an Ontario pride organization and a proposal from a consultant about police board funding.
- Presentation from Victim Services
- Discussion on CAPG Conference Aug 13-17 2025 in Victoria
- CBC News article on court award of $380K to Ontario pride organization
- Consultant letter proposing police board budget of $56,500-$87,500
- Next meeting set for April 2, 2025
Special Council
Nelson City Council will consider final adoption of a bylaw that raises farmer's market vendor fees and introduces a $25 annual application fee. The proposal aims to increase revenue and improve market operations, with fees varying by market type and vendor category. Council previously gave the bylaw first three readings on February 4, 2025.
- Fees and Charges Amendment (Farmer's Market Fees) Bylaw No. 3630, 2025 - final adoption
- New $25 annual vendor application fee
- Saturday market vendor fee increase from $30 to $40 (farmer) and $45 (non-farmer/food)
- Night market vendor fee increase from $65 to $75 (farmer/non-farmer) and $85 (food)
- Harvest Fest oversized food vendor fee increase from $90 to $100
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive presentations from BC Assessment on property assessments, the Nelson Museum Archives & Gallery on heritage activities, and the Nelson & District Arts Council on 2024 initiatives. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and educational.
- BC Assessment presentation on property valuation and classification
- Cultural presentation by Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery for Heritage Week
- Nelson & District Arts Council overview of 2024 programs and successes
- Public participation period (max 15 minutes)
- Adoption of January 21, 2025 minutes
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to discuss routine governance items, including the consent agenda, the Chief Constable's report, and updates from the BC Association of Police Boards. They will also consider sponsoring the BCAPB 2025 Conference and review a draft strategic plan document. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Sponsorship amount for BCAPB 2025 Conference to be determined
- BCAPB Resolutions due March 15, 2025
- Strategic Plan priorities and goals draft for review
- Chief Constable's report includes updates on HealthIM rollout and Community Safety Officer
- IIO Directive 2025-01 on body-worn camera footage preservation
Regular Council
The Nelson City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a pay-by-phone parking system, amendments to fees for parking meters and farmer's market, and requirements for Indigenous engagement. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from previous meetings and a closed session for personnel and land matters.
- Workshop on pay-by-phone parking system
- Board of Variance Bylaw 3622, 2025 and Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw 3621, 2025
- Fees and Charges Amendment (Traffic and Parking Meter Fees) Bylaw No. 3624, 2025
- Fees and Charges Amendment (Farmer's Market Fees) Bylaw No. 3630, 2025
- Indigenous Engagement Requirements
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss land and labour matters. The main agenda item is a staff recommendation on the operating and capital budget, which will be considered behind closed doors.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(c)&(e) for land acquisition/disposition and labour relations
- Operating and Capital Budget recommendation from staff
- Adoption of minutes from December 6, 2024 special meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will meet to adopt minutes, hold a closed session under Section 90(1)(a) regarding land acquisition or disposition, and receive the City Manager's verbal report. The main public item is a delegation on the Official Community Plan from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, with public participation limited to 15 minutes.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(a) on land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Delegation on the Official Community Plan (7:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
- Adoption of minutes from July 16, September 24, and October 22, 2024 meetings
- Public participation period (maximum 15 minutes)
Special Council
This special Council meeting is a continuation of the 2025 operating and capital budget review. Council will consider staff recommendations on departmental budgets, including parks, public works, facilities, and finance, with specific capital projects and operating increases. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from previous special meetings.
- Parks operating budget increase of $50,000 for maintenance of Hall Street beds, The Pier, and Lakeside Drive multiuse path
- Capital projects: $40,000 for fencing at Lakeside Park, $50,000 for washroom upgrades (2025), $1,000,000 for street improvements, $200,000 for Lakeside Pathway completion, $100,000 for bear bins downtown, $60,000 for city bridges, $125,000 for Public Works yard security fencing
- Public Works budget increase of $118,168 (4%) to $3,334,155
- Finance department budget increase of $25,725 (3%) to $866,470
- Adoption of minutes from July 16, 2024, November 7, 2024, and November 8, 2024 special meetings
Special Council
This special Council meeting will consider the 2025-2029 financial plan, including a proposed 5.9% taxation increase, and several bylaws related to the Lakeside Park Wharf, Hall Street Pier, and 2025 water/wastewater rates. Council will also move to close the public portion of the meeting to discuss land matters under Section 90(1)(e).
- 2025-2029 Financial Plan with $1.5M expense increase and 5.9% taxation increase
- Lakeside Park Wharf Bylaw 3616, Hall Street Pier Regulation Bylaw 3610, and Fees and Charges Amendment (Parks) Bylaw 3611
- Fees and Charges (2025 Water, Wastewater and Resource Recovery Rates) Amendment Bylaw No. 3625
- Resolution to close meeting to public for land acquisition/disposition discussions
- Adoption of minutes from April 9, April 23, and June 18, 2024 meetings
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to accept the Chief Constable's report and approve the Chief Performance Evaluation document. The agenda also includes routine items like the consent agenda, action list, and correspondence. The board will also set the next meeting date.
- Accept Chief Constable's Report
- Accept Chief Performance Evaluation document
- Consent agenda includes minutes, action list, and correspondence
- Next meeting scheduled for February 5, 2025
Regular Council
The Nelson City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including funding requests for affordable housing programs, updates on the Community Safety Officer Program and the Strategic Plan, and multiple bylaw amendments. The council will also consider requests for funding from the Affordable Housing Fund Reserve for the Happipad pilot program and for Nelson CARES & SHARE Nelson.
- Affordable Housing Fund Reserve funding request of $5,000 for Community Futures' Happipad Pilot Program marketing
- Affordable Housing Fund Reserve funding request from Nelson CARES & SHARE Nelson
- Lakeside Park Wharf Bylaw, Hall Street Pier Regulation Bylaw, and Fees and Charges Amendment (Parks) Bylaw
- Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw Amendment for Secondary Suite and Laneway House Water Service (Bylaw No. 3615, 2024)
- Fees and Charges (Senior Parking Passes) Amendment Bylaw No. 3624, 2025