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The main item is a delegation from the North Island Crisis and Counselling Center Society regarding the Port Hardy Situation Table. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/62380/COMMITTEE%20OF%20THE%20WHOLE%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=0FA1CA9364734F2AB725C0BD8BAA419C", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=961" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "SPECIAL COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to hold closed session on land acquisition or sale", "summary": "This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to close the meeting to the public to discuss the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land, as permitted under section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter. The council will also approve the agenda and adjourn. No other business is listed.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/62376/SPECIAL%20COUNCIL%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=DC0E8D7989AD4D809329A7E7B1C1CC27", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=963" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to decide appeal over unsightly premises at 7495 Hilltop Pl.", "summary": "Council will hear an appeal from David Johnson against a bylaw enforcement notice for unsightly premises at 7495 Hilltop Place, and decide whether to confirm, amend, or cancel the notice. The agenda also includes several bylaws for adoption or readings, including a zoning amendment for 7120 Market St. and a reduced speed zone at Storey's Beach. Other items are routine, such as minutes, correspondence, and staff reports.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/62382/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=8C1BE060B5FF4839AD59E1ED79BA3C98", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=905" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "POLICY AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee to discuss new policies for People and Culture manager, memorial displays, and EpiPens", "summary": "The Policy and Governance Committee will discuss three new draft council policies: creating a Manager of People and Culture position, establishing a Memorial and Athletic Recognition Display policy for District-owned recreation facilities, and implementing an EpiPen policy for public facilities. The committee will also adopt minutes from previous meetings. No final decisions are expected at this meeting; items are for discussion only.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/62378/POLICY%20AND%20GOVERNANCE%20COMMITTEE%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=9F9B004B90534BC0A845AD24864ED9DE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=962" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Council reviews speed limit reductions and sewer policy updates", "summary": "The District of Port Hardy Council is reviewing a bylaw to reduce speed zones on municipal roadways at Storey's Beach. The agenda also includes a request to amend the private sewer pump policy for specific properties and ratification of support for an RCAF flyby.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/62082/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=1CF43363304F43EC8065290CD7F9C39F", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=904" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to review 2025 Annual Municipal Report", "summary": "Council will consider the 2025 Annual Municipal Report, a comprehensive overview of the district's finances and operations. Also discussed is a request from TriPort Minor Baseball for council support in applying for a Toronto Blue Jays Field of Dreams Grant to refurbish ball diamonds. Other items include a donation request for the North Island Music Festival and a cheque listing report.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61919/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=B19282AA23AC47D6A554086BEE4A93DB", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=903" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE", "headline": "Committee discusses site selection for a new synthetic turf mini-pitch project.", "summary": "The Port Hardy Committee of the Whole will discuss advancing to Phase 2 of the MINI PEAKS Legacy Project, which proposes installing a synthetic turf mini-pitch for youth soccer. Staff will review potential sites, outline municipal responsibilities, and assess community consultation needs before any formal commitment. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes from two prior meetings.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61906/COMMITTEE%20OF%20THE%20WHOLE%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=EF592F7C57D941B29F543604CC93BDE2", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=956" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "OPERATIONAL SERVICES COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee receives routine operational updates and reports", "summary": "This meeting of the Operational Services Committee consists largely of informational reports and updates. No new business or decisions are expected; the committee will receive staff reports on animal control, harbour operations, water treatment, and a general operational update from the CAO.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61909/OPERATIONAL%20SERVICES%20COMMITTEE%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=1A4964C76DCC4FCF9429319EACC66FFE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=955" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "SPECIAL COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to discuss labour relations in closed session", "summary": "This is a procedural special council meeting to discuss employee relations and close the session to the public.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61916/SPECIAL%20COUNCIL%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=E7144655BFA24DDD805FB10FD75A11B9", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=957" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Council discusses aquaculture transition and infrastructure funding", "summary": "The council will discuss letters to the Prime Minister regarding the federal aquaculture transition plan and infrastructure funding. Staff will also present a report on the Mini Peaks Legacy Project Phase 2.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61639/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=CCB9ADB207D24F2095635A01431322C5", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=902" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "BEAR SMART COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee to meet new WildSafeBC coordinator, review bear safety actions", "summary": "The Bear Smart Committee will adopt minutes from April, hear an introduction from the new WildSafeBC Community Coordinator Christina Kuzma-Wells, and review the Bear Smart Action Item Report. No new business or correspondence is on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61676/BEAR%20SMART%20COMMITTEE%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=0B68648EC0B94BEE865928D7F7E4FA82", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=954" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "PARKS, RECREATION, ARTS AND CULTURE COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee to discuss Mini Pitch soccer grant and park upgrades", "summary": "The Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture Committee will discuss a grant application for a Mini Pitch soccer facility at Park Drive, a request to upgrade Upper Carnarvon Park playground, and a proposal for Park Golf. They will also receive updates on the twinning exchange with Numata and staff reports on recreation activities.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61366/PARKS,%20RECREATION,%20ARTS%20AND%20CULTURE%20COMMITTEE%20-.pdf?handle=75A2CB31D0974DCB9BCA053B27A5FE78", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=950" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to consider Festival of Lights, park dance request", "summary": "Council will discuss correspondence from the Rotary Club about the 2026 Festival of Lights and a park use request from TriPort Pride for a Midsummer Night's Dream Dance event. Staff will provide a water conservation update and the 2026 Quarter 1 financial report. Most items are informational or procedural.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61375/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2026%20May%202026.pdf?handle=EEEC456FD6C344B9B57299186C394512", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=901" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE", "headline": "Port Hardy to plan meeting requests with provincial ministers at UBCM convention", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole is discussing the upcoming UBCM Convention and how to request meetings with Premier David Eby and Cabinet ministers. The deadline for minister meeting requests is June 24, 2026. Council will review the Provincial Appointment Book to identify which ministers to meet with.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61373/COMMITTEE%20OF%20THE%20WHOLE%20-%2026%20May%202026.pdf?handle=B1CA47810FE5427A90C676F1150E848A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=952" }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "body": "EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee to review tsunami exercise after-action report and recommendations", "summary": "The Emergency Planning Committee will discuss the after-action report from the March 2026 tsunami tabletop exercise, review progress on action items, and receive updates on water conservation and the wildfire status from the Coastal Fire Centre. Members will also wrap up Emergency Preparedness Week activities.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61364/EMERGENCY%20PLANNING%20COMMITTEE%20-%2025%20May%202026.pdf?handle=76B80198D8DF4B7EB8D3EA8DB0E2272D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=951" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "SPECIAL COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to adopt 2026 tax rates in closed session", "summary": "This special council meeting will move to a closed (in camera) session to consider adopting Bylaw No. 1189-2026, which sets annual tax rates for 2026. The bylaw imposes rates on taxable land and improvements for general municipal purposes, the Vancouver Island Regional Library, the Regional District of Mount Waddington, and the Mount Waddington Regional Hospital District. Taxes are due by July 2, 2026, with a 10% penalty for late payment.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61168/SPECIAL%20COUNCIL%20-%2014%20May%202026.pdf?handle=BCBE8D58236244FD8390C42A7D2169EF", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=949" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Port Hardy Council to consider 2026 tax rate bylaw", "summary": "The District of Port Hardy Council will meet to discuss the 2026 Tax Rate Bylaw and review audited financial statements for 2025. The body will also consider requests for grants and a liquor license for the Filomi Days fairground.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61106/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2012%20May%202026.pdf?handle=4B800DE551E14B4A88EDB95701FFF438", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=900" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE", "headline": "Committee to review 2025 audit findings and financial statements", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the draft financial statements and audit findings report for the year ending December 31, 2025, presented by Chan Nowosad Boates. The audit covers capital asset acquisitions of $3.87 million, including a new water reservoir, and an accounting system conversion. No significant misstatements or control deficiencies were identified.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/61108/COMMITTEE%20OF%20THE%20WHOLE%20-%2012%20May%202026.pdf?handle=3B57112E6E2949A9B081B3C2B4BA2CE8", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=947" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to consider evacuation route planning and ice resurfacer advertising policy", "summary": "The District of Port Hardy Council will meet to discuss evacuation route planning and a request for Filomi Days. The body will also consider recommendations regarding a new committee appointment and a policy for ice resurfacer advertising.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/60911/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2028%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=9086F9681A5D4013B842F977340BA7F3", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=899" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "OPERATIONAL SERVICES COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee reviews Q1 fire report and monthly ops updates", "summary": "The Operational Services Committee is meeting to receive informational reports on animal control, harbour authority, operational services, and the fire department's first quarter of 2026. No new business or delegations are scheduled. The meeting is primarily a review of recent activities and performance.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/60907/OPERATIONAL%20SERVICES%20COMMITTEE%20-%2028%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=97DA40B26D154FC5AA6A8E35E4668652", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=941" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "SPECIAL COUNCIL", "headline": "Council to close meeting for in camera discussions", "summary": "This special council meeting is primarily procedural, consisting of a call to order, agenda approval, and a motion to close the meeting to the public. The in camera session will discuss personal information, labour relations, and land acquisition or disposition.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/60909/SPECIAL%20COUNCIL%20-%2028%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=C7B2EDB65EA844478276368AD08EE009", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=946" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "REGULAR COUNCIL", "headline": "Council will discuss provincial sales tax expansion on professional services.", "summary": "The council will adopt minutes from the March 24 special and regular council meetings. It will hear an update on the Municipal Regional District Tax (MRDT) renewal. A request for a letter of support for backroad road‑conditions data collection will be considered, and the council will discuss the provincial sales tax expansion on professional services.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/60629/REGULAR%20COUNCIL%20-%2014%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=9CA6DE958D8C43ACA423BB3AFBAA3FB3", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=898" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "BEAR SMART COMMITTEE", "headline": "Bear Smart Committee discusses week wrap-up and coordinator grant", "summary": "The Port Hardy Bear Smart Committee meets to adopt previous minutes, review action items, and discuss the 2026 Bear Smart Week wrap-up. They also receive an update on the WildSafeBC Community Coordinator grant application and the provincial Bear Smart program pause.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/60674/BEAR%20SMART%20COMMITTEE%20-%2014%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=F24B543789424F1DA5DB4EF58454B448", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=943" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "POLICY AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee to debate new ice resurfacer ad policy and EpiPen program", "summary": "The Policy and Governance Committee will consider two new draft policies: one to equip public facilities with stock EpiPens for anaphylaxis emergencies, and another to sell a single advertising spot on the municipal ice resurfacer for $2,500–$4,000 per year. They will also discuss updates to the Municipal Alcohol Policy, including special occasion liquor licences and designated driver programs.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/60620/POLICY%20AND%20GOVERNANCE%20COMMITTEE%20-%2014%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=D76A0567A86748E3B4AFA1B5603DA1FC", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=942" }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "body": "EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE", "headline": "Committee to discuss emergency preparedness week and upcoming mass notification test", "summary": "The Emergency Planning Committee will approve the agenda and minutes, review the January 2026 action item report, and discuss follow‑up on the emergency tabletop exercise. It will also consider the Emergency Preparedness Week scheduled for May 9, the Port Hardy Mass Notification System test on May 4, and the FireSmart Program. No formal decisions are listed; items are presented for information or discussion.", "agenda_url": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/document/60541/EMERGENCY%20PLANNING%20COMMITTEE%20-%2030%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=E397C745740941AA92470B7F958F4B89", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://porthardy.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=939" } ] }