Port McNeill public meetings in 2023

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will meet to follow up on recommendations regarding a welcome sign for the ramp and gravel installation for parking lots. The group will also adopt the minutes from the November 2, 2023, meeting and set the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Follow up on recommendation to install welcome sign on ramp
• Follow up on recommendation to put gravel on parking lots
• Adoption of November 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• Establishment of 2024 meeting dates

Regular Council

The Council will review a request from the Nanaimo Regional Hospital District to support priority healthcare projects at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. The meeting also includes discussions on utility service fee bylaws and a development permit for 309 Cedar Street.

• NRHD request for a letter of support for a new patient tower and cardiac catheterization lab
• Development Permit Request for 309 Cedar Street
• Review of Utility Services Fee Bylaws No. 680, 681, and 682 (Water, Waste Water, and Solid Waste)
• Fourth Reading of the Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 722, 2023
• Gate House Community Association donation application

Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss changing its regular meeting day from Thursday to Wednesday. Members will also discuss coordinating with the Harbour and Parks and Recreational Advisory Committees.

• Proposal to change meeting days from Thursday to Wednesday
• Discussion regarding meeting with Harbour Advisory Committee and Parks and Recreational Advisory Committee
• Discussion of RDMW Economic Development Forum
• Review/Update of Social Media Activities

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a request from the Anglican United Fellowship. The organization is seeking an annual payment of $25,000 to support food programs, home meal deliveries, and community garden supplies.

• $25,000 annual contribution request from Anglican United Fellowship

Special Council

This is a special meeting of the Port McNeill Council. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and includes a session in-camera to discuss personal information regarding municipal personnel or land acquisition/disposition.

• In-camera session regarding municipal personnel or land acquisition/disposition

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will meet to discuss coordination of future development plans around town. Bill McQuarrie and Tracey Friman are scheduled to speak on this topic.

• Discussion with Bill McQuarrie and Tracey Friman regarding future development coordination

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the Western Parcel donation and the 'Let's Talk Big Picture Port McNeill' initiative. The meeting also includes a review of the 2023 Call to Action Log (CAL) regarding leisure contact lists and the climbing wall opening.

• Discussion of Western Parcel donation boundaries and ideas
• Review of 2023/2024 priorities
• Update on climbing wall public opening status
• Review and update of the Call to Action Log (CAL)

CANCELLED - Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee on October 23, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda included discussions regarding the Western Parcel Donation and the 2023/2024 priorities.

• Western Parcel Donation: Boundaries and ideas
• 2023/2024 Priorities
• Review and update of the Call to Action Log (CAL)
• Status update on opening the climbing wall

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Port McNeill Tourism Advisory Committee is reviewing mobile movement research to understand visitor origins and interests. The committee will also discuss the 2023 One-Year Tactical Plan and potential 2024 budget limits.

• Review of Port McNeill Mobile Movement Visitor Insights research
• Discussion of 2023 One-Year Tactical Plan
• Establishing a 2024 budget maximum
• Discussion on contracting project managers for specific events
• Review of social media priorities

Regular Council

The Council will review various operational reports including Fire Rescue, Public Works, and the Harbour Authority. They will also consider the second and third readings of the Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 722, 2023.

• Second and third reading of Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 722, 2023
• Correspondence regarding Gate House Theatre's portable stage initiative
• Correspondence from North Island Community Services Society regarding Teen Centre rental
• September 2023 Harbour Authority Staff Report
• September 2023 Port McNeill Fire Rescue Operations Report

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

This meeting agenda contains only procedural items for the Harbour Advisory Group. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion.

CANCELLED - Committee of the Whole

The scheduled meeting for the Town of Port McNeill was cancelled. The original agenda included a staff report regarding the Community Placemaking Program and the potential relocation of the burl in downtown Port McNeill.

• Community Placemaking Program staff report
• Discussion regarding the relocation of the burl in downtown Port McNeill

CANCELLED - Special Council

The Special Council meeting for Port McNeill, originally scheduled for October 3, 2023, at 1775 Furney Place, was cancelled. No business was conducted.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing its strategy, vision, and goals for community spaces. Members will also discuss potential changes to their meeting time, frequency, and location.

• Review of Strategy, Vision, and Goals
• Review and update of the Call to Action Log (CAL)
• Discussion of meeting schedule changes to Thursdays at 7:00 PM
• Review of playground priorities for Robinson Park, Broughton Park, and Centennial Park
• Discussion of long-term goals including a splash park, skate park, and community centre

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will review draft Terms of Reference for the committee and discuss new business items. Proposed items include an ocean plastics depot and a proposal for custom metal art spaces on the harbour railing.

• Review of Harbour Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Discussion on Ocean Plastics Depot signage
• Proposal for Regulated Custom Metal Art spaces on harbour railing
• Old business updates on Lot B, Shower Building, Hydro Review, and Bird Deflector

Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2023 summer season, including visitor statistics and social media impact. Members will also discuss upcoming budget processes for 2024 and various tourism trail projects.

• Visitor Experience Coordinator staff report
• Review of 2023 summer visitor party and total visitor counts
• Discussion of Town Map and Whale Trail Signage
• Review of TAC year-to-date expenses totaling $25,551.45
• Planning and budget process for 2024

CANCELLED - Tourism Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Port McNeill Tourism Advisory Committee was cancelled. The provided agenda included reports on visitor experience, summer season reviews, and financial updates.

• Staff report on Visitor Experience Coordinator performance
• Discussion of Town Map and Whale Trail Signage
• Review of Wild Heart Music Festival
• Report on 2023 visitor statistics and social media reach
• Review of TAC year-to-date expenses totaling $25,551.25

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss new business, specifically regarding the Port McNeill Downtown Revitalization (REDIP). The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as reports, bylaws, and old business.

• REDIP - Port McNeill Downtown Revitalization

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council will review a land use concurrence request from Rogers Communications for a 20-meter monopole. They will also consider the second and third readings of Bylaw No. 722, 2023 regarding animal responsibility.

• Rogers Communications Inc. land use concurrence request for a 20.0 meter monopole
• Bylaw No. 722, 2023 Animal Responsibility (Second and Third Reading)
• Fire Chiefs' Association of BC Live Fire Training Centre Project
• Western Forest Products Inc. land donation
• Gabriele Wickstrom advisory planning commission application approval

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will discuss Council's decision regarding the 2011 McNeill Road Development Variance Permit. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding commission membership.

• Discussion on Council's decision regarding the 2011 McNeill Road DVP
• Membership discussion

Regular Council

The Council will review a Development Variance Permit application for 2011 McNeill Road to reduce a rear lot line setback from 7.6 metres to 1.5 metres. The Advisory Planning Commission supports the permit with five specific recommendations, including relocating the driveway to McNeill Road. Several neighbors have submitted correspondence expressing concerns regarding fire safety, privacy, and driveway visibility.

• Development Variance Permit for 2011 McNeill Road
• Proposed subdivision of 2011 McNeill Road into three lots
• Request to reduce rear lot line setback from 7.6m to 1.5m
• Mount Waddington Family Literacy Society Literacy Month proclamation request
• Gate House Community Association request to extend North Island Music Festival closing time to 11:00 PM

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will discuss ocean plastics and a request for signage at the harbour. The group will also consider a proposal to Council regarding regulated custom metal art spaces for sale on the harbour railing.

• Discussion on ocean plastics and signage requests at the harbour
• Proposal to Council for regulated custom metal art spaces on harbour railing

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing a Development Variance Permit request for 2011 McNeill Road. The proposal involves subdividing the property into three lots and reducing a rear lot line setback from 7.6 metres to 1.5 metres to increase the buildable area.

• Development Variance Permit request for 2011 McNeill Road
• Proposed subdivision of property into 3 lots
• Reduction of rear lot line setback from 7.6m to 1.5m on proposed Lot 1

Regular Council

The Council will consider approval of the Passion Project Policy No. 20230512. The meeting includes several information-only reports regarding visitor experience, fire rescue operations, and public works.

• Approval of Passion Project Policy No. 20230512
• Community Placemaking Program funding update
• CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) report
• Beach Drive landslide mitigation project phase III update
• Hemlock street sanitary sewer upgrade status

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing progress on the dog park and discussing waterfront public engagement. The meeting also covers long-term strategy, vision, and goals for community spaces.

• Dog Park update
• Waterfront Public Engagement discussion
• Review of Strategy, Vision, and Goals
• Skate park meeting report
• Call to Action Log review

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will meet to discuss new business items regarding the harbour. The agenda includes a discussion on the Ocean Plastics Depot and a proposal for metal art sales on the harbour railing.

• Discussion on Ocean Plastics Depot and signage requests
• Proposal for regulated custom metal art spaces on harbour railing

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss Port McNeill's participation in the upcoming Union of BC Municipalities Convention in Vancouver. Staff are requesting Council decide who will represent the town and which provincial groups they should meet with. Council must also name a new delegate and alternate for the Municipal Insurance Association of BC's Annual General Meeting.

• Discussion of 2023 UBCM Convention representation
• Request for direction on provincial meeting schedules
• Appointment of new delegate and alternate for MIABC AGM
• Review of Passion Project Policy No. 20230512

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing a request to reduce a rear lot line setback at 2011 McNeill Road. The proposal involves subdividing the property into three lots and reducing the setback for Lot 1 from 7.6 metres to 1.5 metres to increase the buildable area.

• Development Variance Permit request for 2011 McNeill Road
• Proposed subdivision of property into 3 lots
• Reduction of rear lot line setback from 7.6m to 1.5m for Lot 1
• Notification of surrounding properties within a 50-metre radius

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council will review a request from the Port McNeill Pickleball Club to continue waiving rental fees for the Old School Gym. The meeting includes a report and questionnaire results regarding the pickleball program's impact on the community.

• Request to waive Old School Gym rental fees for Port McNeill Pickleball Club
• Pickleball program update and attendance report
• Discussion of Rural Advisory Program

Special Council

This is a special meeting of the Port McNeill Council. The agenda contains standard procedural items and includes a session in-camera regarding labour or employee relations.

• In-camera session regarding labour relations or other employee relations

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council will review a development variance permit for 2011 McNeill Road to allow for a 3-lot subdivision. The meeting also includes a request for the first reading of a new Animal Responsibility bylaw and updates on animal control repairs.

• Development Variance Permit request for 2011 McNeill Road
• First reading of Bylaw 722, 2023 Animal Responsibility
• Animal control updates and shelter repairs
• Ocean Legacy Foundation letter of support request
• Wildfire deployment report

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the future of the burl following a fire on May 17, 2023. Council will also consider potential locations for a skate park to assist the Skate Park Committee with grant applications.

• Discussion on the future of the charred burl in the Community Hall parking lot
• Direction for the Skate Park Committee regarding potential locations

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will meet to discuss new business items regarding the harbour. Topics include a request for signage for an Ocean Plastics Depot and a proposal for regulated custom metal art spaces on the harbour railing.

• Discussion on Ocean Plastics Depot signage request
• Proposal for Regulated Custom Metal Art spaces on harbour railing

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review the Call to Action Log and discuss narrowing down community engagement ideas. The meeting includes discussions on potential projects such as community gardens, exercise equipment, and drum installations.

• Discussion of community engagement ideas including chess/checkers installation, exercise equipment, and beach volleyball
• Discussion of community garden locations near the hospital or Broughton Secret Park
• Review of Call to Action Log items including climbing wall access and trail revitalization
• Potential skate park surveying at Cenotaph Park and behind the Curling Club

Special Council

This is a special meeting of the Port McNeill Council. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and an in-camera session regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation.

• In-camera session regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation

Special Council

This is a special meeting of the Port McNeill Council. The agenda includes a request to move into an in-camera session regarding the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements.

• In-camera session regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council will receive a status report on Phase III of the Beach Drive Landslide Mitigation Project. The meeting also includes an update on the Gate House Theatre heat pump project and discussion regarding an emergency rescue plan.

• Beach Drive Landslide Mitigation Project - Phase III status report
• Gate House Theatre Heat Pump Project update
• North Vancouver Island Emergency Rescue Plan discussion
• In-camera session regarding personal information of a municipal officer or employee

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will review a draft report to establish new Terms of Reference for the committee. The meeting will also address several ongoing harbour matters and a presentation from the Harbour Authority Association of BC.

• Discussion of draft Harbour Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Old business updates regarding Lot B
• Old business updates regarding the Shower Building
• Old business updates regarding Hydro Review
• Presentation by the Harbour Authority Association of BC

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council is considering an emergency rescue mutual aid agreement and a development variance permit for 309 Cedar Street. Additionally, the meeting includes requests for fourth readings of the five-year financial plan, the tax rate bylaw, and the town reserve bylaw.

• Approval of North Vancouver Island Emergency Rescue Plan mutual aid agreement
• Development Variance Permit for 309 Cedar Street regarding ground floor accessory dwellings
• Fourth reading of the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan
• Fourth reading of Bylaw No. 720, 2023 Tax Rate
• Fourth reading of Bylaw No. 721, 2023 Town of Port McNeill Reserve

CANCELLED_Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The scheduled meeting for the Port McNeill Harbour Advisory Group on May 4, 2023, was cancelled. The original agenda included discussions on new Terms of Reference and various harbour projects.

• Draft Terms of Reference for the Harbour Advisory Committee
• Discussion regarding Lot B
• Discussion regarding the Shower Building
• Hydro Review
• Bird Deflector

Regular Council

Council will consider several new bylaws including a five-year financial plan and a tax rate. The meeting also includes discussions on dog park construction, a donation request for a music festival, and a development variance permit for 309 Cedar Road.

• Bylaw No. 719, 2023: Five-Year Financial Plan 2023-2027
• Bylaw No. 720, 2023: Tax Rate
• Proposed dog park improvements with fence quotes ranging from $18,875.20 to $24,872.40
• Gate House Theatre donation request of up to $3,700.00 for the 2023 North Island Music Festival
• Development Variance Permit application for 309 Cedar Road

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review donation request letters for Council and discuss community engagement ideas. The meeting also includes updates to the Call to Action Log.

• Review and publish donation request letters for Council
• Discussion of community engagement ideas
• Review and update Call to Action Log (CAL)
• Welcome delegation Tracey Friman

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review a Development Variance Permit request for 309 Cedar Street. The proposal seeks to allow a ground floor accessory dwelling unit within an M-1 industrial zone to support a parks maintenance business.

• Development Variance Permit request for 309 Cedar Street
• Proposed ground floor accessory dwelling unit and studio
• Variance to M-1 zone section 10.1.7 regarding dwelling unit location

Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss planning for the 2024 shoulder season and potential additional funding needs and opportunities. The meeting also includes updates on the Tourist Town Map and staffing.

• 2024 Shoulder Season Planning
• Additional Funding - Needs/Opportunities
• Tourist Town Map update
• Staffing discussion

Regular Council

The Council will consider a donation request from the Rotary Club for Earth Day cleanup costs. The meeting also includes updates on visitor experience, harbour operations, and public works.

• Rotary Club donation request for garbage bin and tipping fees
• Second reading of Planning Procedures Bylaw No. 718, 2023
• Rogers Communications Inc. land use concurrence request
• Monthly Harbour Authority staff report
• Visitor Experience progress report

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will meet to discuss Lot B and review previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes old business regarding Lot B and the adoption of minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting.

• Lot B discussion
• Adoption of March 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a draft Code of Conduct policy required by new provincial legislation. The policy outlines expectations for integrity, accountability, and respect among Council members. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a skate park and a dog park report.

• Discussion of Draft Council Code of Conduct Policy
• Skate Park old business
• Dog Park report from Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council will consider a fourth reading for the 2022-2026 Financial Plan Amendment and three readings for a new Planning Procedures Bylaw. The meeting also includes a development variance permit request for 309 Cedar Street and approval of a new volunteer policy.

• Fourth reading of 2022-2026 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 717, 2023
• First, second, and third readings of Planning Procedures Bylaw No. 718, 2023
• Development Variance Permit request for 309 Cedar Street
• Approval of Volunteer Policy No. 20230322
• Public hearing for 309 Cedar Street variance

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss two proposed $5,000 budgets for nature trail improvements and community engagement installations. The meeting also includes a debrief on the Dog Park Report and updates on the skate park and climbing wall.

• $5,000 budget for Nature Trail Improvement in town
• $5,000 budget for Community Engagement Installation in town
• Debrief on Dog Park Report to Council
• Skate Park next steps discussion
• Review of Call to Action Log

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will meet to discuss Lot B and adopt minutes from the February 2 and March 2, 2023, meetings. The March 2 meeting was noted as having no quorum.

• Lot B discussion
• Adoption of February 2, 2023, minutes
• Adoption of March 2, 2023, minutes

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council is meeting to consider the 2023-2027 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes a proposed 2% tax increase and an amendment to the 2022-2026 Financial Plan.

• 2023-2027 Operating and Capital Budgets
• 2022-2026 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 717, 2023
• Parks and Recreational Advisory Committee Dog Park report
• Port McNeill Cat Rescue Society donation request
• Monthly Harbour Authority Staff Report

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2023 Proposed Operating and Capital Budget. Discussions include a recommended 3.5% tax increase, potential pool fee waivers, and a new $10,000 'Passion Project' pilot program. The committee is also reviewing the 2023 Tourism Advisory Commission budget and tactical plan.

• Proposed 3.5% tax rate increase for 2023
• 2023 Tourism Advisory Commission Budget totaling $108,569 in estimated revenue
• $10,000 allocation for a 'Passion Project' pilot program for community activities
• Discussion of potential pool fee waivers which could reduce annual revenue by $28,000
• Review of the 2023 Proposed Operating and Capital Budget

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group is meeting to discuss Lot B and review previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes old business regarding boat launch dredging and requests for harbour financial and hydro cost information.

• Lot B discussion
• Boat Launch Dredging and Piling - Bird Deflectors
• Request for Harbour Financials
• Request for Hydro Costs for Harbour
• Request for Harbour Maintenance Plan

Regular Council

The Port McNeill Council is reviewing a draft bylaw for 2023 harbour rate changes and a request for a fourth reading of the Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 716, 2023. The meeting also includes reports on public works operations and a summary of the Destination BC Conference.

• Harbour Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 717, 2023 (Draft)
• Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 716, 2023
• Public Works Operations Report for December and January
• Destination BC Conference Summary
• Delegations from Community Futures Mt. Waddington and Port McNeill Skate Park Committee

Special Council

The Special Council meeting includes a delegation regarding the North Island Community Forest update. The agenda contains several standard procedural items including the adoption of minutes and correspondence.

• North Island Community Forest Update delegation

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing a report regarding the development of an off-leash dog park. The report includes various fencing quotes and a $30,000 recommendation for a new playground structure at Centennial Park.

• Report to Council: Recommendations for Better Utilization of the Dog Park
• $30,000 recommendation for a Centennial Park play structure
• Fencing quotes for Centennial Park ranging from $18,875.20 to $33,868.80
• Fencing quotes for Broughton Blvd location ranging from $8,032.00 to $10,583.20
• Debrief of February 17 dinner with Port Hardy Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2023 Vancouver Island North Tourism Commission budget and the 2023 proposed operating and capital budget. Council is also discussing the reallocation of $330,000 from a failed water system grant to municipal reserves. Discussions include potential property tax adjustments and various infrastructure projects.

• Approval of the 2023 Vancouver Island North Tourism Commission Budget
• Proposed transfer of $330,000 to reserves, including $50,000 to the Fire Department Statutory Reserve
• Capital project for Harbour Bathrooms estimated at $130,000
• Capital project to dredge boat launch estimated at $250,000
• Discussion of property tax increases, ranging from 2.0% to 3.5%

Tourism Advisory Commission

The Commission will review a presentation on a new Port McNeill tourist map design. Members will also discuss the 2023 budget, plans, and updates regarding Whale Trail signage.

• Port McNeill Tourist Map Design presentation by Darryl Lacombe
• Whale Trail Signage update
• 2023 budget and plans discussion
• Discussion on future roles of the Tourism Advisory Commission

Regular Council

The Council will hear a presentation from the BC Salmon Farmers Association regarding their net pen transition plan. The meeting also includes reports on a Canada Post development permit and a proposed revenue anticipation borrowing bylaw.

• Presentation by BC Salmon Farmers Association on aquaculture transition
• Port McNeill Canada Post Development Permit staff report
• Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 716, 2023 report
• Donation requests from Wild Heart Music Program and Port McNeill Cat Rescue Society
• Harbour Authority and Visitor Experience updates

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a land use concurrence request from Rogers Communications Inc. for a 20-meter tall monopole tower. This follows a previous Council resolution that did not support the application. Rogers is seeking reconsideration after completing a public consultation process.

• Rogers Communications Inc. land use concurrence request for a 20.0-meter monopole tower
• Proposed tower location: 430 Pioneer Hill Drive (M-1-Industrial One zone)
• Discussion of 2023 Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets
• Review of Public Consultation Summary regarding the telecommunications installation

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will discuss several ongoing items regarding harbour operations and infrastructure. Topics include boat launch dredging, the shower building, and requests for financial and hydro cost information.

• Boat Launch Dredging and Piling - Bird Deflectors
• Lot B Discussion
• Request for Harbour Financials
• Request for Hydro Costs for Harbour
• Review of 2018 Terms of Reference

Regular Council

The Council will hear a delegation regarding the BC Rural Health Crisis. The meeting also includes reports on 2023 council portfolios and the December 2022 animal control activities.

• Delegation from Paul Adams and Colin Moss regarding the BC Rural Health Crisis
• Presentation of Council Portfolios for 2023
• December 2022 Animal Control Report detailing shelter repair needs and outdated bylaws
• Discussion of potential future development for a fenced dog park

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss playground and dog park planning, including a presentation by Sharri Wigman. The meeting also includes a review of playground reconnaissance data and the development of a 2023 leisure and recreation priority list.

• Discussion on playground and dog park planning with Sharri Wigman
• Review of playground reconnaissance for Robinson (Dino) Park, Broughton (Secret) Park, and Centennial/Dog Park
• Discussion regarding the 2023 updated Leisure/Recreation List priorities
• Review of the Call to Action Log

Regular Council

The Council is reviewing several monthly reports, including RCMP statistics and harbour operations. Key items include the fourth reading of the Garbage and Recycling Bylaw and a grant application for the North Island Crisis and Counselling Centre Society.

• Fourth reading of Garbage and Recycling Bylaw No. 714, 2022
• Public Notice Bylaw No. 716, 2023
• North Island Crisis and Counselling Centre Society $20,000 grant application
• December 2022 cheque listing totaling $226,090.24
• Port McNeill RCMP Third Quarter Report

Harbour Advisory Group Meeting

The Harbour Advisory Group will meet to discuss various administrative items. The primary item for discussion is a request for a decision regarding the shower building.

• Request for Decision on the Shower Building