Powell River public meetings in 2023
70 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several recommendations from the Committee of the Whole, including a library service agreement renewal and a request for business program funding. The agenda also includes discussions on council remuneration, a new meeting schedule, and a temporary use permit for an emergency weather response centre.
- Recommendation to decline a $25,000 contribution to WorkBC Powell River
- Renewal of the Library Service Agreement with qathet Regional District for five years
- Proposed Council Remuneration Bylaw updates and 2024-2028 planning
- Temporary Use Permit 011 for an Emergency Weather Response Centre at 4752 Joyce Avenue
- Development Variance Permit 280 for Lot 4 Atlin Avenue regarding septic service
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider several reports for decision, including a business retention program and a digital on-demand transportation pilot. The meeting also includes a delegation regarding Gaza and correspondence concerning an extreme weather shelter permit.
- Business Retention & Expansion Program report
- GHG Reduction Pathways Feasibility Study
- Digital On-demand Transportation Service; Zunga Bus Pilot
- Library Service Agreement Renewal with qathet Regional District
- Council Remuneration Bylaw
Special Council Meeting
The City of Powell River Council will hold a special meeting on December 19, 2023. Following the meeting, Council intends to move into a closed session to discuss labor relations, litigation, and solicitor-client privilege.
- Motion to enter a closed meeting under Section 90 (1) of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider Draft Bylaw 2736 to set 2024 lease rates for City-owned land and improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on attracting development partners for surplus City properties and changes to residential waste collection schedules.
- Draft Bylaw 2736 (Lease Rate Bylaw) for 2024 rates
- Proposed plan to attract development for surplus City properties and airport-adjacent land
- Development Variance Permit 279 for multi-family residential at Lot 1 Franklin/Alberta Avenues
- Temporary Use Permit 011 for an Emergency Weather Response Centre at 4752 Joyce Avenue
- Proposed residential organics collection and changes to garbage/recycling schedules
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports for decision, including harbour insurance requirements and curbside collection options. Council is also considering a motion to develop surplus city-owned properties and land near the airport.
- Discussion of $1 million marine liability insurance requirement for harbour moorage holders
- Review of curbside collection options
- Proposed plan to attract development partners for surplus city-owned properties
- Delegation regarding Temporary Use Permit 011
- Review of Governance and Liaison policies
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting consists of the adoption of the agenda and a motion to move into a closed session. The closed session is intended to discuss litigation, solicitor-client privilege, and meeting closure provisions.
- Motion to enter a closed meeting under Section 90 (1) of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will meet on November 16, 2023, to discuss several items including a proposed partnership with the University of Victoria. The agenda also includes reports on the qathet Regional District and the resignation of Councillor Palm as an alternate director.
- Community Belonging Initiative partnership with UVIC
- Resignation of Councillor Palm as Alternate Municipal Director on the qathet Regional District Board
- Proclamation of Louis Riel Day
- Motion for a closed meeting regarding litigation and solicitor-client privilege
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review the Downtown Plan update and the 2024 property tax timeline. Members will also discuss a temporary use permit for an emergency weather response centre and renewal of recreation agreements.
- Downtown Plan update from Parcel Economics
- Development Variance Permit 279 for multi-family residential at Lot 1 Franklin / Alberta Avenues
- Temporary Use Permit 011 for an emergency weather response centre at 4752 Joyce Avenue
- Updated 2024 Five-year Financial Plan and property tax timeline
- Tourism Powell River Annual Report presentation
Regular Council Meeting
The City of Powell River Council will review the Draft 1 Financial Plan and consider a development variance permit for the BC Wildfire Service. The meeting also includes appointments for the Powell River Public Library Board.
- Development Variance Permit 278 for BC Wildfire Service modular building
- Draft 1 Financial Plan review
- Powell River Public Library Board appointments
- Coastline Colab closure report
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting consists of procedural items including the adoption of the agenda and adjournment. Council also recommends moving into a closed meeting following adjournment to discuss matters such as labour relations, litigation, and protected information.
- Adoption of agenda
- Motion to go in camera regarding labour relations, litigation, and privacy matters
- Adjournment
Special Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council is reviewing four proposed bylaws to grant tax exemptions to various organizations for the 2024 taxation year. These exemptions apply to specific lands and improvements owned or leased by non-profit groups, churches, and community societies.
- Bylaw 2729: 97% tax exemption for various churches and religious organizations
- Bylaw 2730: 97% tax exemption for various community, arts, and non-profit organizations
- Bylaw 2728: 97% tax exemption for the Powell River Curling Club at 5750 Crown Avenue
- Bylaw 2734: 97% tax exemption for Foursquare Gospel Church of Canada at 4626 Manson Avenue
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting consists of procedural motions to waive the notice requirement and adopt the agenda. Following the meeting, Council intends to move into a closed session to discuss confidential information.
- Resolution to waive notice of the special meeting
- Motion to enter a closed meeting under Section 90 of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including a transit expansion program and new sewer-related bylaws. They will also review recommendations for community forest grants and updates to the 2025 budget engagement process.
- Transit Improvement Program: MOU with BC Transit for 2,000 additional service hours
- Community Forest Grant: $524,732.81 grant from the Community Forest Reserve fund
- Community Forest Grant: $60,000 for capital improvements to the Crossroads building
- Bylaw 2731, 2732, and 2733: Proposed sewer parcel taxes and user rates
- Council Policy 261: $30,000 consultancy contract for community partnerships
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting consists of procedural items including the adoption of the agenda and adjournment. Council also intends to move into a closed meeting to discuss matters permitted under the Community Charter.
- Adoption of agenda
- Motion to go in camera regarding land acquisition or disposition
- Motion to go in camera regarding municipal service negotiations
- Motion to go in camera regarding confidential information from government negotiations
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss options for a proposed transit exchange relocation at Town Centre Mall. BC Transit reports that moving the exchange to the west side of the mall could require 3,400 additional service hours and an extra bus to maintain current service levels.
- Delegation from Lift Community Services regarding the 2023 qathet Region Homeless Count
- Correspondence from BC Transit regarding Town Centre Mall transit exchange relocation
- Report on Transit Improvement Program - 3 Year Transit Expansion
- Report on Heritage Procedures Bylaw
Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
This Special Committee of the Whole meeting consists of procedural items. The agenda includes the adoption of the agenda, a motion to enter a closed meeting, and adjournment.
- Motion to enter a closed meeting regarding municipal property security, litigation, and solicitor-client privilege
Special Council Meeting
The City of Powell River Council will hold a special meeting on October 5, 2023. Following the adjournment of this meeting, Council intends to move into a closed meeting to discuss land acquisition, expropriation, or protected information.
- Motion to move into a closed meeting under Section 90 of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will discuss several draft bylaws, including tax exemptions for 43 organizations and new sewer-related taxes. The meeting also includes reviews of sanitary sewer user rates and a sewer collector system frontage tax.
- Draft Bylaws 2728, 2729, 2730, and 2734 for 2024 permissive tax exemptions
- Draft Bylaw 2731 to establish a sewer collector system frontage tax
- Draft Bylaw 2732 to establish sewage treatment and disposal system frontage tax rates
- Draft Bylaw 2733 regarding sanitary sewer user rates
- $399,501 in municipal permissive tax exemptions proposed for 43 organizations
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole directed staff to prepare a comprehensive update to the Sustainable Official Community Plan Bylaw 2370. The committee also discussed the potential relocation of the Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society from its current residential location.
- Direction to staff to update City of Powell River Sustainable Official Community Plan Bylaw 2370, 2014
- Staff directed to seek resolution regarding PROWLS relocation from 5772 Willow Ave
- Delegation from Powell River Chamber of Commerce regarding Open vs. Closed C3 Meetings
- Authorization for a closed meeting to discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
Board of Variance Meeting
The Board of Variance will hear an appeal regarding a proposed detached garage and carport at 5608 Marine Avenue. The applicant seeks to relax laneway setback and roof overhang requirements to replace a dilapidated existing garage. A second appeal regarding 6914 Kamloops St is also on the agenda.
- Appeal for 5608 Marine Ave: relax laneway setback from 1.5m to 1.25m
- Appeal for 5608 Marine Ave: allow roof overhang up to 1.0m into setback
- Public hearing for 5608 Marine Ave at City Hall
- Appeal regarding 6914 Kamloops St
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will consider the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan and a recommendation to halt the Firehall project. The agenda also includes decisions on child care regulations and a lease for Scout Hall.
- Approval of the draft 2023-2026 Strategic Plan
- Recommendation to not proceed with the Firehall project at this time
- Lease of 5393 Timberlane Avenue (Scout Hall) to the Rotary Club of Powell River
- Development Variance Permit 278 for BC Wildfire Service lease area
- Adoption of Bylaw 2726, 2023 and Bylaw 2727, 2023 regarding child care
Select Committee on City Owned Properties
The Select Committee on City Owned Properties will continue discussions regarding the selection of city-owned land for commercial, business, industrial, or housing development. The meeting includes reviewing previous minutes and determining next steps for the committee's scope and responsibilities.
- Selection of city-owned properties for commercial, business, industrial, or housing development
- Review of previous recommendations for eight properties including 7160 Duncan St and Drake Street
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several reports for decision, including 2024 sewer tax rates and permissive tax exemptions. The meeting also includes a delegation requesting a downzone for lot PID 011-158-166 and a discussion on distinguishing modular homes from mobile homes in city bylaws.
- Delegation regarding downzoning request for lot PID 011-158-166
- Bylaw updates to distinguish modular homes from mobile homes
- Permissive Tax Exemptions for 2024
- 2024 Sewer Parcel Tax Rates
- 2024 Sanitary Sewer User Fee Rates
Special Council Meeting
The City Council will consider approving the 2024 to 2028 Financial Plan and the 2024 property tax timeline. They will also review a request from the qathet Regional District for Resource Recovery Centre funds and discuss background regarding a complaint from Powell River Logger Sports.
- Approval of 2024 to 2028 Financial Plan and 2024 Property Tax timeline
- Recommendation to decline qathet Regional District request for Resource Recovery Centre funds
- Review of Powell River Logger Sports request and staff background report
- Motion to enter a closed meeting regarding labour, land, or legal matters
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting consists of procedural items including the adoption of the agenda and a motion to move into a closed session. The closed session is intended to discuss matters such as litigation, solicitor-client privilege, and protected information.
- Adoption of agenda
- Motion to move into a closed meeting under Section 90 (1) of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council is reviewing zoning amendments for residential and child care uses. The agenda also includes decisions on a mall renovation permit and harbor rate amendments.
- Public hearing for Proposed Bylaw 2723, 2023 (Zoning Amendment)
- Public hearing for Proposed Bylaw 2726, 2023 (Child Care Spaces)
- Development Permit 370 for Town Centre Mall renovation
- Development Variance Permit 276 for Lot 12 Boswell Street
- Proposed Bylaw 2725 regarding South/Westview Harbour Rates
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The provided document is an agenda for a Committee of the Whole meeting. The agenda includes the adoption of previous minutes and a motion to enter a closed meeting to discuss specific matters under the Community Charter.
- Adoption of the agenda
- Adoption of July 11, 2023, meeting minutes
- Motion to enter a closed meeting regarding land, litigation, or solicitor-client privilege
Special Council Meeting
The City of Powell River Council will hold a special meeting on July 20, 2023. Following the adjournment of this meeting, Council intends to move into a closed session to discuss personal information regarding municipal personnel and potential litigation.
- Motion to move into a closed meeting under Section 90 (1) of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will consider forwarding several municipal properties to the Minister of Housing for potential housing use. The meeting also includes discussions on safer street designs and various zoning bylaw amendments.
- Recommendation to forward 8 property sites to the Minister of Housing for potential housing
- Safer Streets Design update for Maple Avenue and Sycamore Street
- Development Variance Permit 277 for 6488 King Avenue regarding carriage house height
- Transfer of Powell River Kings Hockey Club Society lease to Birch Holdings Canada Ltd.
- Proposed Zoning and Business License Bylaw amendments for childcare regulation
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will hear a delegation regarding potential class-action lawsuits against fossil fuel companies. The meeting also includes discussions on the Housing Accelerator Fund and the draft 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.
- Delegation from Sue Big Oil Committee regarding climate change cost litigation
- Delegation from Sara Dent regarding a subdivision application for PID 011-158-166 in Wildwood
- Report on the Housing Accelerator Fund
- Presentation of the Draft 2023-2026 Strategic Plan
- Correspondence from the Townsite Ratepayers Society regarding name change processes
Special Council Meeting
Council is considering a report to dissolve the Finance Committee and implement a new governance model. The proposal includes creating a new policy for appointing Council members as liaisons to community groups and repealing existing governance policy 253.
- Dissolution of the Finance Committee
- Repeal of Council Governance Policy 253
- New Council Liaison Appointment policy draft
- Proposed amendments to Delegation Bylaw 2367 and Officers Bylaw 2368
- Motion to move in camera regarding land or legal matters
Select Committee on City Owned Properties
The Select Committee on City Owned Properties is working to identify eight city-owned sites suitable for affordable housing. Members are evaluating a list of 27 properties to make a formal recommendation to the Mayor and Council.
- Selection of 8 city-owned properties for affordable housing recommendation
- Review of 27 total properties including the Recreation Complex and new Fire Hall site
- Discussion of evaluation criteria for surplus city lands
Regular Council Meeting
The City Council will review recommendations to distribute $3,504,396.53 from the Powell River Community Forest Reserve fund to various local organizations. Additionally, staff will discuss zoning amendments to increase childcare spaces and a development variance permit for a carriage house on King Avenue.
- Proposed $3,504,396.53 in community forest grants, including $2,800,000 for the Recreation Complex pool roof
- Development Variance Permit 277 for 6488 King Avenue to increase accessory building height from 5.5m to 8.5m
- Proposed zoning bylaw amendments to facilitate more childcare spaces
- Review of the 2022 Statement of Financial Information
- Proposed amendment to Council Policy 255 regarding Reserve Funds
Select Committee on City Owned Properties
The Select Committee on City Owned Properties is working to identify eight city-owned properties suitable for residential development. The committee aims to establish evaluation criteria to recommend these properties to the Mayor and Council for submission to the Provincial Housing Ministry.
- Discussion of evaluation criteria for housing development
- Selection of 8 city-owned properties for recommendation to Council
- Review of a draft decision-making criteria checklist for property evaluation
Special Council Meeting
The City of Powell River will hold a special council meeting on June 8, 2023. Following the adjournment of this meeting, Council intends to move into a closed session to discuss labor relations, litigation, and solicitor-client privilege.
- Motion to enter a closed meeting under Section 90 (1) of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
The City of Powell River Council will consider a regional grant application for extreme temperature risk mapping in collaboration with the Tla’amin Nation. Council will also discuss implementing a new governance model and appointing interim administrative officers.
- Endorsement of UBCM grant application for extreme temperature risk mapping (up to $90,000 total regional funding)
- Appointment of Tom Day as Interim Chief Administrative Officer
- Implementation of 'Chief Administrative Officer as the sole Employee of Council' governance model
- Proposed adoption of Bylaw 2719 regarding zoning amendments for housing
- Report on CAO and Fire Chief salaries
Select Committee on City Owned Properties
The Select Committee on City Owned Properties will review the Land Management Strategy and Housing Implementation Plan. The committee will also discuss municipal lands suitable for housing development following a request from the UBCM regarding provincial housing strategies.
- Review of Terms of Reference for the Select Committee
- Discussion of UBCM letter regarding municipal lands for housing development
- Overview of Land Management Strategy
- Overview of Housing Implementation Plan
- Discussion of City properties suitable for housing development
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2022 Annual Report for public inspection and discussing a collaborative regional extreme heat risk mapping project. The meeting also includes updates on community arts grants and several Union of BC Municipalities resolutions.
- Proposal for regional extreme temperature risk mapping and planning with Tla’amin Nation
- Review of the City of Powell River 2022 Annual Report
- UBCM Resolution regarding mandatory retail business holidays
- UBCM Resolution regarding bicycle registration on public roads
- qathet Art Council community arts and culture grant updates
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will discuss several proposed bylaws, including new rates for the Willingdon Beach Campsite and updated fees for Parks, Recreation and Culture services. Council will also consider establishing a Growing Communities Reserve Fund and a zoning amendment for a potential development.
- Proposed Bylaw 2658 to regulate and set rates for Willingdon Beach Campsite
- Proposed Bylaw 2721 to establish Parks, Recreation and Culture fees and charges
- Proposed Bylaw 2722 to establish a Growing Communities Reserve Fund
- Draft Bylaw 2723 regarding a zoning amendment and potential community amenity contribution
Public Hearing
The City of Powell River is holding a public hearing for Proposed Bylaw 2719, 2023. This bylaw proposes updates to the City of Powell River Zoning Bylaw 2100, 2006, specifically regarding secondary suite definitions, minimum floor areas, and parking requirements.
- Proposed Bylaw 2719, 2023 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2100, 2006
- Redefinition of 'secondary suite' as an accessory self-contained unit within a dwelling
- Removal of minimum gross floor area for certain zones including R1, R2, R3, R3A, RM1, RMS, RA1, A0, A1, A2 and CD4
- Establishment of minimum floor areas for RM2, RM3, RM4, and RM5 zones
- Requirement of 1 parking space per carriage house
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider appointing Tom Day as Interim CAO and establishing deputy officer roles. The meeting also includes a delegation regarding vehicle thefts at the Mowatt Bay parking lot.
- Appointment of Tom Day as Interim Chief Administrative Officer
- Appointment of Ryan Youngman as Deputy Chief Financial Officer
- Delegation regarding vehicle break-ins at Mowatt Bay Parking Lot
- Delegation regarding potential name change to the City of Powell River
Special Council Meeting
The City of Powell River is reviewing its 2022 draft financial statements for formal acceptance. The analysis highlights significant financial activity related to the Consolidated Wastewater Treatment Plant (CWWTP) construction project.
- Review of 2022 draft consolidated financial statements
- CWWTP construction spending of $64.6 million in 2022
- Recognition of $41.5 million in grant revenue for the CWWTP
- Increase in long-term debt to $28.7 million
- Audit presentation by BDO Canada LLP
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will consider adopting the 2023 annual property tax rates and several community grant-in-aid requests. The meeting also includes discussions on airport land development, new campsite regulations, and various zoning amendments.
- Adoption of 2023 Annual Property Tax Rates (Bylaw 2720)
- Approval of $25,000 in community grant-in-aid requests
- $500,000 grant for de-stumping and landscaping 20 acres of airport lands
- Bylaw 2658 regarding Willingdon Beach Campsite rates
- Establishment of a Growing Communities Reserve Fund
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing reports on complex care housing, food insecurity, and community tourism. Members are also discussing the Maple Sycamore Safe Streets project and a proposed zoning amendment for 4331 Manson Avenue.
- Complex Care Housing presentation by Vancouver Coastal Health and BC Housing
- Food insecurity presentation by Powell River Foodbank
- Maple Sycamore Safe Streets community engagement findings
- Zoning Amendment 121 for 4331 Manson Avenue
- Sunshine Coast Tourism Annual Report update
Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing a $500,000 provincial grant to prepare 20 acres of airport industrial lands for development. Members are also receiving a progress report on the Consolidated Wastewater Treatment Plant construction and discussing various municipal bylaws and fees.
- $500,000 BC REDIP grant for airport land de-stumping and landscaping
- $27,197 allocation from Community Forest Reserve Fund for airport project
- Consolidated Wastewater Treatment Plant construction progress report
- Willingdon Beach Campsite Bylaw discussion
- Parks, Recreation and Culture Fees and Charges Bylaw discussion
Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel Meeting
The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will meet to authenticate the 2023 Parcel Tax Roll for sewage systems. The roll covers a total taxable frontage of 462,751 feet for the Sewage Treatment and Disposal System and the Sewer Collector System.
- Authentication of 2023 Parcel Tax Roll (462,751 feet of frontage)
- Total levied parcel taxes of $2,434,070
- Sewer Collector Systems Parcel Taxes of $1,124,485
- Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Parcel Taxes of $1,309,585
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River City Council will consider the 2023 annual property tax rates and a zoning amendment to increase flexibility for secondary suites and carriage houses. Additionally, the Council will review a variance permit and a $50,000 funding request for the Life Cycle Housing multi-family development on Cranberry Street.
- Draft Bylaw 2720: 2023 Annual Property Tax Rates
- Draft Bylaw 2719: Zoning amendment for secondary suites and carriage house parking
- Development Variance Permit 270: Cranberry Place pavement width relaxation
- $50,000 allocation from Affordable Housing Reserve Fund for Cranberry Street sidewalk
- Establishment of the Joint Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Public Hearing
The City of Powell River is holding a public hearing regarding Proposed Bylaw 2707, 2023. This bylaw proposes rezoning several specific parcels to address legal non-conforming uses.
- Rezoning five parcels from RM3 (Medium Density Multiple Family Residential) to R2 (Single and Two Family Residential)
- Rezoning LOT 2 BLOCK G (PID 009-597-204) from NT (Institutions) to R1 (Single Family Residential)
- Rezoning LOT A BLOCK 7 (PID 007-31-212) from PK (Parks and Playing Fields) to NT (Institutions)
- Rezoning LOT B BLOCK 4 (PID 009-867-015) from NT (Institutions) to R2 (Single and Two Family Residential)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review reports on city-owned properties and the 2023 Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw. The meeting also includes correspondence regarding the Maple Sycamore Safe Street Project and collaborative issues involving the Townsite Ratepayers Association.
- Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw 2720, 2023
- Select Committee on City Owned Properties report
- Maple Sycamore Safe Street Project correspondence
- Townsite Ratepayers Association correspondence
Regular Council Meeting
The City of Powell River Council is reviewing the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw 2715. The meeting also includes recommendations for appointing directors to Powell River Community Forest Ltd. and appointing a Council Liaison to the Northern Sunshine Coast Tourism Advisory Committee.
- Adoption of Draft Bylaw 2715 (2023-2027 Financial Plan)
- Appointment of Lori Brown, Greg Hemphill, and Howie McKamey as directors of Powell River Community Forest Ltd.
- Confirmation of Mayor Woznow as the authorized representative for Powell River Community Forest Ltd.
- Appointment of Councillor Almeida as Council Liaison to the Northern Sunshine Coast Tourism Advisory Committee
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed zoning bylaw amendments to increase flexibility for secondary suites and reduce carriage house parking requirements. Members are also receiving updates on the 2022 Business Façade Improvement Program and discussing various community reports and correspondence.
- Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2719 regarding secondary suites and carriage house parking
- 2022 Business Façade Improvement Program update with $25,000 requested for 2023
- Development Variance Permit 270 for Life Cycle Housing at Cranberry Place
- Correspondence regarding the Maple-Sycamore Safety Project
- Correspondence regarding Willow Avenue
Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Special Committee of the Whole meeting includes a strategic planning workshop scheduled for 2:00 PM. The agenda also includes motions to move into closed meetings to discuss specific matters permitted under the Community Charter.
- Strategic Planning Workshop at 2:00 PM
- Motion to enter closed meeting regarding personal information and labour relations
- Motion to enter closed meeting regarding personal information
Board of Variance Meeting
The Board of Variance will consider two appeals regarding property setbacks and building regulations. One application seeks to expand a front porch at 6857 Gerrard Street, while another proposes a new carriage house at 3831 Selkirk Avenue.
- Appeal for 6857 Gerrard Street to permit a 16.15m2 front porch encroaching 1.85m into the front yard setback
- Appeal for 3831 Selkirk Avenue to permit a carriage house with a 6.1m height and 11% lot coverage
- Public hearing for 6857 Gerrard Street
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is scheduled to meet on March 23, 2023. The agenda consists of a budget public open house.
- Budget Public Open House
Liquid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Committee
The Liquid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Committee will review reports on the Consolidated Wastewater Treatment Plant (CWWTP) construction progress, including monthly updates from January and February 2023, and 2022 Q4 water quality monitoring data for the Westview and Townsite treatment plants. The committee will also discuss the annual report, the 2023 meeting schedule, and a site tour of the CWWTP.
- CWWTP construction nearing completion; commissioning underway with clean-water testing
- 2022 Q4 water quality report for PE-73 Westview notes exceedances on multiple dates and bioassay mortality
- Construction of pump stations (North Harbour, Alexander, Burton, Wildwood) nearing completion
- Hemlock Street watermain and pressure-reducing-valve stations substantially complete
- Ongoing litigation and delay claims noted as project risks
Regular Council Meeting
The Powell River Regular Council meeting on March 16, 2023 will consider several bylaws, including the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan, amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw regarding carriage houses, and a zoning amendment addressing legal non-conforming uses on multiple properties. Council will also decide on a development variance permit for a property on Tweedsmuir Avenue and appoint a member to the Regional Emergency Executive Committee. The agenda includes adoption of minutes and reports from prior committee meetings.
- Draft Bylaw 2715: 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan, first, second, and third reading
- Bylaw 2704 (SOCP Amendment) and Bylaw 2705 (Zoning Amendment) for carriage house regulations, third reading and adoption
- Draft Bylaw 2707: Zoning Amendment 120 for multiple properties to address legal non-conforming use, first and second reading and public hearing
- Development Variance Permit 274 at 3460 Tweedsmuir Avenue to reduce side setback from 1.8m to 1.27m
- Appointment of Mayor Woznow to Regional Emergency Executive Committee
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a request for direction on establishing a code of conduct and an appointment to the Regional Emergency Executive Committee. Correspondence includes public concerns about the Mayor's 'Meet the Mayor' event and the Maple Avenue project. The meeting will also move into a closed session for personnel and labour matters.
- Request for direction on establishing a code of conduct
- Regional Emergency Executive Committee appointment
- Correspondence from Robin Tremblay regarding Meet the Mayor event funding and emails
- Emails regarding Maple Avenue project and Pride Crosswalk & Joyce and Nootka Intersection
- Motion to go into closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), (n)
Public Hearing
The City of Powell River is holding a public hearing on two proposed bylaws: Bylaw 2704, which amends the Sustainable Official Community Plan, and Bylaw 2705, which amends the Zoning Bylaw. The zoning amendment would update definitions and regulations for carriage houses (detached accessory dwelling units), including size, siting, and permitted zones. The hearing is an opportunity for residents to provide input before council decides on adoption.
- Bylaw 2704: Amends Sustainable Official Community Plan Bylaw 2370, 2014 by replacing Section 9.9
- Bylaw 2705: Amends Zoning Bylaw 2100, 2006, updating definitions for building floor area, carriage house, and mezzanine
- Carriage houses permitted in R1, R2, RA1, CD4, A0, A1, and A2 zones, subject to conditions
- Carriage house floor area limited to 120m² (1291 ft²), not permitted in Townsite National Historic District
- Public hearing held March 2, 2023, with remote participation available
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider adopting the qathet Regional Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy and approve a grant application for fire training equipment. It will also vote on a revenue anticipation borrowing bylaw and receive updates from regional district directors.
- Adoption of qathet Regional Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy Overview and Technical Report by Ebbwater Consulting Inc.
- Approval to seek UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant for Fire Dynamics Training Prop/Simulators
- Adoption of Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 2716, 2023
- Report from Municipal Directors of qathet Regional District
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several planning items, including a development variance permit for a home at 3460 Tweedsmuir Avenue, a zoning amendment for legal non-conforming uses, a downtown plan update, and community engagement for the Maple and Sycamore safe streets project. They will also hear delegations on the safe streets project and the qathet Film Society, and consider a letter to Tla'amin Nation.
- Development Variance Permit 274 to relax side setback from 1.8m to 1.27m at 3460 Tweedsmuir Avenue
- Zoning Amendment 120 for multiple properties to address legal non-conforming use
- Downtown Plan Update report
- Maple and Sycamore Safe Streets Community Engagement report
- UBCM Grant for 2022 Volunteer & Composite Fire Department Training & Equipment
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review Draft 3 of the 2023-2027 Financial Plan and proposed 2023 property tax rates, and consider directing staff to prepare the corresponding bylaws. The agenda also includes a progress report on the Consolidated Wastewater Treatment Plant and a proposal to defer two staff change requests to the next financial plan.
- Draft 3 2023-2027 Financial Plan and 2023 Property Tax Rates
- Consolidated Wastewater Treatment Plant progress report
- Proposed deferral of Procurement Manager and Intergovernmental Relations Manager positions to 2024-2028 plan
- Public correspondence from Paul McMahon on budget concerns
- Proposal to change March 23 Finance Committee meeting to a public open house
Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
This is a procedural meeting of the Committee of the Whole with a single new business item: strategic planning. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
- Strategic planning discussion
Regular Council Meeting
Council will decide on a development permit and variance for a six-unit multi-family building on Lot B Algoma Avenue, and consider adopting or advancing several bylaws, including a zoning amendment for 5201 Manson Ave, a revenue anticipation borrowing bylaw, and amendments to the Sustainable Official Community Plan and zoning bylaw related to carriage houses. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and a move to a closed session for personnel and labour matters.
- Development Permit 323 and Variance Permit 273 for a 6-unit residential building on Lot B Algoma Avenue, with reduced side setbacks (3m to 1.8m) and parking in setbacks
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2708 for 5201 Manson Ave
- First three readings of Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 2716, 2023
- First and second reading of SOCP Amendment Bylaw 2704 (carriage houses) and referral to public hearing
- First and second reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2705 and referral to public hearing
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will hear delegations on housing authorities and a house fire, review correspondence on the Maple Avenue bikeway and CAO hiring, and consider reports on tiny homes/RV policies, carriage house zoning amendments, and a regional flood adaptation strategy. The agenda also includes a notice of failure to file financial disclosure and community engagement reports.
- Delegation by Lisa Moffatt on housing authority models from Whistler, Banff, Canmore, and Squamish
- Letter from qathet Regional Cycling Association supporting the Maple Avenue Neighbourhood Bikeway
- Report on Policy Summary on Tiny Homes and Recreational Vehicles
- SOCP and Zoning Bylaw Amendments for Carriage House Regulations
- Regional Coast Flood Adaptation Strategy report
Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
This is a procedural Committee of the Whole meeting. The only substantive item is a motion to adjourn into a closed meeting to discuss matters permitted under the Community Charter, including personal information about a position holder or candidate, labour relations, land acquisition or disposition, and confidential negotiations with senior governments. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Motion to go into closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), (e), (n) and 90(2)(b)
- Closed session topics: personnel, labour relations, land transactions, and intergovernmental negotiations
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the draft 2023-2027 financial plan and 2023 property tax rates, along with results from a public budget survey. They will also receive updates on the wastewater treatment plant construction and long-term debt, and consider a revenue anticipation borrowing bylaw. The agenda includes a letter from a resident raising concerns about the city's financial situation.
- Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan and 2023 Property Tax Rates
- Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 2716, 2023
- Budget Engagement Results – Public Input for the 2023-2027 Financial Plan
- CWWTP Monthly Progress Report
- Long-Term Debt Update
Special Finance Committee
The Powell River Finance Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and then move into a closed session. The closed session will discuss land acquisition or disposition, litigation, solicitor-client privileged advice, and preliminary negotiations for municipal services, all under the Community Charter. The meeting is largely procedural, with the substantive items being handled behind closed doors.
- Motion to enter closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), (g), (i), (j), (k), (n)
- Closed session topics include land acquisition/disposition, litigation, and municipal service negotiations
Board of Variance Meeting
The Board of Variance will hold a public hearing to consider one appeal: a request to allow a 17.57m² bedroom addition at 6520 King Avenue to encroach about 1 metre into the required 7.5m rear yard setback. The property is in the RA1 zone and the existing home is already non-conforming. Staff support the variance as minor and of negligible impact. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.
- Appeal BOV00148: 17.57m² bedroom addition at 6520 King Avenue to encroach ~1m into rear setback (RA1 zone requires 7.5m)
- Existing home is legally non-conforming, sited 5.06m from rear property line
- Staff recommend granting the variance; no concerns from Fire or Engineering
- Public hearing scheduled for January 25, 2023 at 2:00 PM at City Hall
- Adoption of minutes from November 23, 2022 meeting
Regular Council Meeting
Council will decide on a two-year petroleum supply agreement with Parkland Fuels Corporation, valued at about $652,115 per year, and approve the annual shareholder consent resolution for the Powell River Power Development Corporation. The agenda also includes zoning amendments and reports from regional district directors.
- Two-year petroleum supply agreement with Parkland Fuels Corporation, option to extend one year, estimated $652,115.70/year
- Annual Shareholder Consent Resolution for Powell River Power Development Corporation
- Public hearing report for Zoning Amendment 2706 at 5201 Manson
- Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2708, subject to $700/lot amenity contribution covenant
- Proposed 2023 resolution from Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will hear delegations from Evolugen about its future plans for the Powell River hydropower operations, and from residents regarding the Maple Sycamore Safe Streets Project. Council will also receive reports on RCMP strategic priorities, a development permit for a new multi-family residential project on Lot B Algoma Avenue, and consider a proposed 2023 resolution from the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities.
- Delegation from Evolugen on future plans for Powell River hydropower facilities (75 MW installed capacity)
- Delegations regarding Maple Sycamore Safe Streets Project, including a BC Active Transportation Grant application for $357,000
- Report on Development Permit 323 and Development Variance Permit 273 for KT Holdings Ltd, Lot B Algoma Avenue, new multi-family residential
- Report on RCMP strategic priorities
- Homelessness delegation requesting letter of support for BC Housing grant to extend shelter hours at 4746 Joyce Ave