Princeton public meetings in 2024

Regular Agenda

The Town of Princeton Council is meeting to decide on a Fees and Charges Bylaw amendment and a request to exclude land at 151 Airport Road from the Agricultural Land Reserve. The body will also consider the purchase of an emergency support services trailer.

• Fees and Charges Amendment No. 1 Bylaw No. 1055, 2024
• Application to exclude land from the Agricultural Land Reserve at 151 Airport Road
• Purchase of one 6x10 cargo trailer for the Volunteer Emergency Support Services (ESS) Team via a Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen grant
• Nomination of Mayor Spencer Coyne as Director at Large for the Southern Interior Local Government Association
• Delegation from Lothar Greczmiel regarding Princeton Fair Grounds Use

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the production of willow biomass using treated effluent from the Town of Princeton. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2024 WildSafe BC Princeton Annual Report.

• Discussion: Production of Willow Biomass with Town of Princeton Treated Effluent
• Presentation: WildSafe BC Princeton Annual Report 2024

Regular Agenda

Council will receive a presentation on the Princeton Housing Needs Report, which estimates 877 new housing units needed over 20 years, and is asked to endorse it to meet a provincial deadline. Additionally, Council will vote on adopting the Flood Construction Level Exemption Policy, Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1051 (related to floodplain exemptions), and the 2025 Revenue Anticipation Bylaw. A correspondence item about including health services in the BC Alert Ready Program will be filed.

• Receive and potentially endorse the Princeton Housing Needs Report (877 new units needed over 20 years)
• Adopt Flood Construction Level Exemption Policy 002-2024
• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1051, 2024 related to flood construction level exemptions
• Adopt 2025 Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 1053, 2024
• Receive and file letter from Village of Nakusp requesting health services be added to BC Alert Ready Program

Special Meeting Agenda

This special meeting is a continuation of the recessed November 27, 2024 meeting. No new agenda items are listed beyond the procedural continuation.

Special Meeting Agenda

This special meeting is a budget session where departments present proposed budget items and council reviews the draft budget. No decisions are being made at this stage; it is a discussion and information session.

• Protective Services presents proposed budget items
• Building Department presents proposed budget items
• Recreation Facilities and Recreation Coordinator present proposed budget items
• Director of Finance presents draft budget for Budget Session #1

Regular Agenda

The council will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from previous meetings. It will consider a $12,500 equipment purchase for the Emergency Operations Centre funded by a UBCM grant. The council will give first, second, and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1051, Fire Hall Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1052, and 2025 Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 1053.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1051, 2024 – first, second, and third readings
• Fire Hall Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1052, 2024 – three readings and authorization to sign related documents
• 2025 Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 1053, 2024 – first, second, and third readings
• UBCM Grant LGPS‑#10330 equipment purchase approval – up to $12,500 for AV projection unit, monitors, mounts, stands, computer, and installation for the Emergency Operations Centre
• Letter from Barry Cook DMD regarding closure of the Curling Rink water tap (filed)

Special Meeting Agenda

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Regular Agenda

The council will adopt the 2025 meeting schedule and approve the acquisition of two fire protection vehicles for the Princeton Volunteer Fire Department. The vehicles—a 2002 Ford F550 4X4 and a 2020 Ford Super Duty F‑550—cost $18,200 and $63,599 respectively, with funding provided by a capital grant from the Regional District of Okanagan‑Similkameen. The council also adopts the building insurance contract for $157,447 covering November 30, 2024 to November 30, 2025.

• Adopt 2025 regular and Committee of the Whole meeting schedule
• Approve purchase of two fire trucks: $18,200 (2002 Ford F550) and $63,599 (2020 Ford Super Duty F‑550)
• Funding for fire trucks comes from a Regional District of Okanagan‑Similkameen capital grant
• Approve building insurance contract with Municipal Insurance Association of BC for $157,447

Regular Agenda

The Town of Princeton Council is meeting to adopt previous minutes and address a request from the Princeton & District Chamber of Commerce. The body is deciding whether to waive rental fees for a planned community event in 2025.

• Request to waive rental fee of $18.60 per hour for the Princeton & District Chamber of Commerce 'Family Day' event on August 9th, 2025

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a detailed list of capital expenditures and funding sources for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. The meeting also includes quarterly information reports from various department heads, including finance, civic works, and economic development.

• Public Works Yard Replacement: $3,925,000 for building replacement and demolition
• Decommissioning of Wells 1 & 2 and Replacement Facilities: $4,600,000
• Sewer Trunk Main Replacement: $2,200,000 for downtown area line replacement
• Industrial Park Water Main Loop: $1,100,000 for water supply to Stan Thompson Drive housing
• Airport Lighting Project: $1,080,000 for new runway lighting at Princeton Aerodrome

Special Meeting Agenda

Council is deciding whether to apply for funding for a Health, Wellness and Aquatic Centre and the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program. The body is also reviewing a grant for the Fenchurch Lift Station and flood protection for Corina Avenue.

• Grant application for a proposed Health, Wellness and Aquatic Centre via the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Fund
• Grant application for the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program (REDIP)
• Proposed $150,000 grant application for Fenchurch Sanitary Lift Station pre-design report
• Information review regarding flood protection for Corina Avenue
• RCMP Q2 2024 statistics presentation by Sgt. Neil Potter

Regular Agenda

The Town of Princeton Council will consider three staff reports: a conditional approval for the Halloween Family Fun Night fireworks display at the Princeton Fair Grounds, a Memorandum of Understanding with BC Transit to secure funding for expanded bus service in 2025‑26, and a two‑phase progressive design‑build contract with Ledcor Construction Limited to build Fire Hall #2/Training Facility for $4,000,000. The council will also act on requests from the Princeton Rodeo Club for equipment use and arena closure, and will proclaim November as Accessible Parking Awareness Month.

• Approve $4,000,000 progressive design‑build contract with Ledcor Construction Limited for Fire Hall #2/Training Facility
• Grant conditional permission for Halloween Family Fun Night fireworks at Princeton Fair Grounds, subject to fire‑danger rating, site assessment, and fire department attendance; authorize Public Works truck for cleanup on Oct 26‑27, 2024
• Enter MOU with BC Transit to pursue provincial funding for 2025‑26 service expansion; authorize Mayor and CAO to sign
• Approve Princeton Rodeo Club requests for town garbage truck, water truck, tractor, culti‑packer, arena closure, and camping area for Sep 18‑23, 2024 events
• Proclaim November as Accessible Parking Awareness Month and direct staff to support related outreach and grant application

Regular Agenda

The Town of Princeton Council will discuss authorizing the drilling and construction of Water Supply Well #4 upgrades. The body will also hear a proposal from the Princeton Community Arts Council regarding an art installation.

• Proposed $6,458,000 for Water Supply Well No. 4 Upgrades/Replacement funded via Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Green Stream ARDM
• Princeton Community Arts Council delegation regarding art installation location and cost sharing
• Recommendation for Council to attend the 'UnCharitable' event on October 17, 2024

Regular Agenda

The Princeton Council will consider several staff reports, including a $54,000 purchase of administrative software from Catalis LLP. It will also authorize financing for new garbage trucks and a civic works Chevrolet Blazer, add $100,000 to the Brown Bridge repair budget, and approve a $450,000 retaining wall replacement on Tulameen Avenue with a contract to Arnica. The meeting will adopt the agenda and minutes before adjourning.

• Approve up to $54,000 plus GST for administrative software from Catalis LLP
• Authorize up to $25,000 for a 2009 Freightliner garbage truck and $10,000 for a 1994 International garbage truck
• Authorize purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer for $41,318.50 and a $44,210.80 loan for the same vehicle
• Approve an additional $100,000 for Brown Bridge repairs, bringing total project cost to $385,717
• Approve $450,000 for Tulameen Avenue retaining wall replacement, with a $265,699.35 contract to Arnica

Special Meeting Agenda

Council is considering a request to have the Minister of Municipal Affairs write off outstanding property tax penalties. These penalties were issued between July 2, 2024, and July 4, 2024, due to confusion regarding tax due dates and interest adjustment dates.

• Write-off of property tax penalties issued between July 2 and July 4, 2024
• Total amount of penalties due to be levied as of report: $57,472.27

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is receiving staff updates regarding the 2024 flood recovery process. These updates include financial data on recovery grants, disaster financial assistance, and insurance claims following the November 2021 flood event.

• 2024 Flood Recovery Financial Report
• BC Government recovery grant remaining balance of $8,202,603.75
• Disaster Financial Assistance costs to date of $4,772,671.58
• Insurance costs to date of $4,387,555.55
• Economic Disaster Resiliency and Recovery Program report

Regular Agenda

The Council is considering several funding allocations for removing flood protection installed during the 2021 atmospheric river event. Additionally, they are reviewing a plan to transition residential refuse and recycling collection to Town management.

• $45,000.00 purchase of Structure Protection Equipment
• $200,000.00 allocation for removal of 2021 flood protection
• $70,000.00 for engineering oversight of flood protection removal
• Up to $5,000.00 grant for business façade improvements at 301 Vermilion Avenue
• Purchase of two garbage and recycling trucks up to $35,000.00

Regular Agenda

The Council will review the 2023 Annual Report and consider awarding a contract for a Housing Needs Report. Additionally, they will discuss a development permit for 89 Tapton Avenue.

• Awarding Housing Needs Report project to Meraki Community Planning for $26,628.00
• Development Permit No. DP-2024-01 for 89 Tapton Avenue
• Review of the 2023 Annual Report
• Request to light up Town Hall in blue during September for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a report from Sgt. Neil Potter regarding Princeton RCMP statistics for the first quarter of 2024. The meeting includes a motion to close to the public to discuss potential litigation or land acquisition/disposition.

• RCMP Q1 2024 Statistics presentation by Sgt. Neil Potter

Regular Agenda

The Town of Princeton Council will review several infrastructure projects including bridge repairs and road line painting. The agenda also includes a new Age Friendly Assessment & Plan and various contract awards for municipal services.

• Brown bridge deck and path repairs: up to $285,717.00 via Gross Ventures LTD
• Arena Solar PV system contract: $124,922.27 via Sunfind Solar
• Annual road line painting: up to $32,493.20 via Aardvark Line painting Ltd.
• Asphalt installation for walking paths: up to $56,779.00 via Peters Bros Paving Ltd.
• Business façade improvement grant for 248 Bridge Street: up to $5,000.00

Regular Agenda

The Princeton Council is reviewing a zoning amendment bylaw and a proclamation for Hope Air Day. The agenda also includes a vehicle purchase and the renewal of an arena concession lease.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1049, 2024
• Increase pickleball court budget from $25,000 to $75,000
• Purchase of GMC Terrain 4X4 for up to $38,518.00
• Fencing contract award to Rite-Way Fencing Inc. for $35,350.27
• Renewal of arena concession lease through April 2027

Special Meeting Agenda

The Council will review the 2023 year-end financial statements presented by KPMG. Additionally, they are considering a contract award for a new sewer lift station to replace an exposed sanitary siphon in the Tulameen River.

• Approval of 2023 Financial Statements from KPMG
• Riverside Community Center Siphon Replacement: $2,039,285 contract award to Bree Contracting
• Sit-table Training Contract: $28,800 with GLOBAL NETWORK for Community Safety
• Development Permit DP-2024-03 for 220 David Brown Way
• Development Permit DP-2024-04 for 319 Laurie Currie Way

Special Meeting Agenda

The April 29, 2024 special meeting contains only procedural items with no new business or reports scheduled. The agenda includes a motion to close the meeting to the public to consider litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality.

• Motion to close meeting for consideration of litigation or potential litigation

Regular Agenda

The Council is reviewing recommendations to adopt the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from previous meetings and receiving fire department correspondence.

• Adoption of 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1045, 2023
• Adoption of 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1050, 2024
• Receipt of 2024 Princeton Fire Department Officers correspondence

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing quarterly departmental reports regarding municipal operations. Discussions include flood mitigation options for Corina Avenue and updates on the arena solar project. The meeting also covers progress on the town shop and building permit activity.

• Presentation on flood mitigation options by TRUE regarding Corina Avenue
• RFP for a 50 kWac solar PV system at the arena, closing May 8, 2024
• Update on the replacement of the outdoor aquatic centre pool
• Progress report on the new Town Shop, expected to be completed this summer
• Report on 19 new building permit applications received in 2024

Regular Agenda

The Council will review several infrastructure and community items, including significant upgrades to the Municipal Campground water system. The meeting also addresses airport fuel system replacements and Earth Day activities. Additionally, Council will consider a $50,000 donation for a new playground.

• Upgrading Municipal Campground water system for up to $352,000.00
• Replacing airport fuel system components for $203,728.29
• Accepting a $50,000 donation from Optimum Crush for a new playground
• Proclaiming May 17 as International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
• Third reading of the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw

Regular Agenda

The Council is reviewing a proposal to redesignate and rezone 89 Tapton Avenue. Additionally, the agenda includes requests for business facade grants, fire pump purchases, and road paving.

• Rezoning of 89 Tapton Avenue via Bylaws No. 1047 and 1048
• Business Facade Improvement Grant of up to $5,000 for 170 Bridge Street
• Business Facade Improvement Grant of up to $5,000 for 251 Vermilion Avenue
• Purchase of 3 fire pumps for $25,742.35
• Paving of a 937-meter section of Vermilion Avenue for $35,240 + GST

Special Meeting Agenda

The Princeton Council is considering a proposal to extend the Landfill and Recycling Depot Operations Services Contract with James Coyne Contracting Ltd. for five years. The current contract is scheduled to expire on March 31, 2024.

• Five-year extension of the landfill and recycling depot operations contract
• Proposed start date of April 1, 2024, for James Coyne Contracting Ltd.
• Estimated annual contract cost of $460,643.21 starting April 2024
• Motion to close the meeting to discuss municipal service negotiations

Public Hearing

The Town of Princeton is considering amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaws for 89 Tapton Avenue. The proposal seeks to redesignate the property to Medium Density Residential and allow for duplex laneway housing development.

• OCP Amendment (Bylaw No. 1047): Redesignate 89 Tapton Avenue from Town Centre to Medium Density Residential
• Zoning Amendment (Bylaw No. 1048): Rezone 89 Tapton Avenue from Central Business to CD3, Duplex – Laneway

Regular Agenda

The Council is considering a rezoning and Official Community Plan amendment for 89 Tapton Avenue. Additionally, staff are seeking approval for a five-year caretaker lease at Memorial Park and a five-year landfill operations contract extension.

• Rezoning of 89 Tapton Avenue to Comprehensive Development Zone CD3 (Duplex – Laneway)
• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1047, 2024
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1048, 2024
• Five-year lease for Memorial Park Caretakers Residence at 221 A Hwy 3
• Five-year Landfill and Recycling Depot Operations Services Contract extension

Regular Agenda

The Council will review several financial matters, including the transfer of $1,811,601.16 in reserve funds for 2023. Additionally, they are considering a contract for a new fire truck and a fire protection service agreement.

• Authorization of $1,811,601.16 in reserve fund expenditures
• Contract award for a new fire truck to HUB Fire Engines & Equipment Ltd. for $649,903.00 plus taxes
• Five-year fire protection service agreement with Young Life of Canada (DBA Rock Ridge Canyon)
• Appointment of Murray Smith as Municipal Auditor for the 2023 fiscal year

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole discussed new provincial legislation regarding land use planning and housing density. The discussion included upcoming deadlines for zoning bylaw updates, housing needs reports, and official community plan reviews.

• Legislative changes to residential development and land use planning
• Brown Bridge Inspection Report
• Tulameen Avenue Retaining Wall inspection and budget
• 2024 Grant in Aid requests including Curling Club, China Ridge Trails Association, Senior Citizens Association of BC Branch #30, and Kokanee Summer Swim Club Society
• $164,382 in local government housing initiative funding

Regular Agenda

The Council is considering several municipal projects including bridge replacements, water monitoring, and a new recreation master plan. Additionally, they are reviewing rezoning requests for 89 Tapton Avenue and various community proclamations.

• $40,409.25 for emergency replacement of the West China Creek walking path bridge
• $77,105.00 contract award for the 10-year Recreation Master Plan to Lees and Associates
• $28,946.13 total expenditure for a UVT monitoring device at Well #4
• Rezoning of 89 Tapton Avenue from Town Centre/Central Business to Medium Density Residential/Duplex-Laneway
• WildSafe BC Community Grant application for a 2024 Community WildSafe Coordinator

Regular Agenda

The Council will review the adoption of a new development procedures bylaw and discuss grant applications for business improvements and wildfire training. Additionally, the Council will address displaying 988 crisis line posters in municipal buildings.

• Adoption of Development Procedures Bylaw No. 1046, 2023
• $5,000 business façade improvement grant for 242 Bridge St
• Grant application for Wildland Firefighter Youth Training and Managing Wildfires in a Changing Climate
• Displaying 988 Crisis Line Information Posters in municipal buildings