Chilliwack public meetings in 2022
18 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
Chilliwack Council is meeting to consider several items, including first and second reading of the 2023 Financial Plan Bylaw, a single-use item reduction bylaw amendment, and multiple rezoning applications. The agenda also includes public hearings for three zoning bylaw amendments and a development variance permit, as well as adoption of several bylaws and committee minutes.
- 2023 Financial Plan Bylaw 2022, No. 5272 - first and second reading, public info meeting Jan 10, 2023
- Single-Use Item Reduction Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5273 - first, second, and third reading
- Rezoning 10233 Wedgewood Drive, 46589 Portage Avenue, 45790 Reece Avenue, 46080 Camrose Avenue from R1-A to R1-C
- Public hearings for Zoning Bylaw Amendments 5262 (9521 McNaught Road), 5263 (45667 Lewis Avenue), 5267 (45355 Westview Avenue)
- Development Variance Permit DVP01291 for 48445 McGuire Road
Council approved multiple rezoning requests to Urban Infill zones and adopted a single-use item reduction bylaw. The city also authorized a grant application for airport runway improvements and advanced the 2023 Financial Plan.
- Adopted Single-Use Item Reduction Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5273 (Unanimous)
- Authorized B.C. Air Access Program grant application for runway extension and light replacement (Unanimous)
- Gave first and second reading to 2023 Financial Plan Bylaw 2022, No. 5272 (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning to Urban Infill for 9521 McNaught Road, 45667 Lewis Avenue, and 45355 Westview Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved renewal of Temporary Use Permit TUP00151 for B-7105 Tahoma Place (Unanimous)
- Approved Development Variance Permit DVP01291 for 48445 McGuire Road (Unanimous)
- Directed staff to provide feedback to the Province on the B.C. Flood Strategy (Unanimous)
- Adopted Procedural, Public Hearing, and Housing Agreement bylaws (Unanimous)
Special Regular Meeting
This is a special regular meeting of Chilliwack City Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a recommendation to receive the minutes of the Public Safety Advisory Committee meeting held October 12, 2022, for information. The meeting also includes standard items such as adoption of minutes, reports, and a possible closed session.
- Receive minutes of Public Safety Advisory Committee meeting of October 12, 2022
Council received the minutes from the October 12, 2022, Public Safety Advisory Committee meeting for information. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Received Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from October 12, 2022 (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is deciding on several construction contracts for recreation facilities and parking. Council is also reviewing multiple residential rezoning applications and updating bylaws related to business licensing and single-use items.
- Chilliwack Landing Parking Lot Project contract for $917,500.00 with Jakes Construction Ltd.
- Recreation Facility Energy Conservation Project 2 contract for $445,685.00 with Fraser Valley Refrigeration Ltd.
- Recreation Facility Energy Conservation Project 1 contract for $389,100.00 with Jakes Construction Ltd.
- Proposed rezoning to Urban Infill (R1-C) for 10233 Wedgewood Drive, 9521 McNaught Road, 45667 Lewis Avenue, and 45355 Westview Avenue
- $20,000 for Ruth and Naomi's temporary winter shelter to purchase beds
Council approved three recreation facility contracts totaling over $1.8M and several residential rezoning applications. The city also extended the introductory period for paper and reusable bag fees until March 31, 2023.
- Approved $389,100 contract to Jakes Construction Ltd. for Recreation Facility Energy Conservation Project 1 (unanimous)
- Approved $445,685 contract to Fraser Valley Refrigeration Ltd. for Recreation Facility Energy Conservation Project 2 (unanimous)
- Approved $917,500 contract to Jakes Construction Ltd. for Chilliwack Landing Parking Lot Project (unanimous)
- Extended introductory period for paper and reusable shopping bag fees to March 31, 2023 (carried)
- Approved $6,000 for 2023 BC Scotties Ladies and Men's Combined Curling Championships (unanimous)
- Denied rezoning of 45151 Roseberry Road from R1-A to R1-C (unanimous)
- Adopted rezoning for 9290 Windsor Street, 46057 Southlands Drive, 46187 Princess Avenue, and 9716 Heather Street
- Approved $20,000 for Ruth and Naomi's temporary winter shelter to purchase beds (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is deciding on several property rezonings and equipment contracts. Council is also reviewing shopping cart regulations and designating voting strengths for the Fraser Valley Regional District Board.
- Direct award of $99,895.80 to G3 Consulting Ltd. for WWTP Outfall Monitoring Study
- Purchase of one Bobcat Telehandler TL923 from Westerra Equipment for $166,731.86 plus taxes
- Proposed rezonings for 9290 Windsor Street, 46057 Southlands Drive, 46187 Princess Avenue, and 9716 Heather Street
- Business Licence Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5258 regarding shopping cart regulations
- Liquor Primary Licence Application for Cros. Studios at 201-45922 Thunderbird Lane
Council adopted three zoning bylaw amendments for residential properties and approved a text amendment for industrial equipment sales. The board also authorized a wastewater study contract and the purchase of a Bobcat telehandler. Additionally, Council voted to change the start time of evening meetings to 6:30 pm.
- Approved $99,895.80 contract to G3 Consulting Ltd. for WWTP Outfall Monitoring Study (Unanimous)
- Approved $166,731.86 purchase of Bobcat Telehandler TL923 from Westerra Equipment (Unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 5179 for 46066 and 46074 Bonny Avenue (Unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 5251 for 6270 Edson Drive (Unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 5252 for 46050 Camrose Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00204 for 6565 Vedder Road (Unanimous)
- Approved Development Variance Permit DVP01287 for 4880 Southside Road (Unanimous)
- Directed staff to amend bylaw to change evening meeting start time to 6:30 pm (Unanimous)
Special Regular Meeting
This is a special regular meeting of Chilliwack City Council. The main substantive item is a staff recommendation to approve the establishment of a winter shelter, extreme weather response shelter beds, and a one-stop shop wellness centre, as detailed in a November 4, 2022 staff report. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as adoption of minutes, consent agenda, reports, and potential closed session.
- Recommendation to approve winter shelter, extreme weather response shelter beds, and one-stop shop wellness centre (Staff Report dated Nov 4, 2022)
Council unanimously approved the establishment of a winter shelter, extreme weather response shelter beds, and a one-stop shop wellness centre. The decision was based on a staff report dated November 4, 2022.
- Approved establishment of winter shelter, extreme weather response shelter beds, and one-stop shop wellness centre (Unanimous)
Special Regular Meeting
The meeting agenda consists of procedural items for the City of Chilliwack Council. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided document.
- Adoption of minutes from the October 18, 2022, Regular Meeting of Council
Council adopted the minutes from the October 18, 2022, regular meeting. The body then voted to move into a closed session to discuss proposed services.
- Adopted October 18, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved motion to adjourn to a closed session to discuss proposed services (unanimous)
INAUGURAL MEETING
This is the inaugural meeting of the Chilliwack, BC council on November 1, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items, decisions, or discussions listed.
The Eighth Council of the City of Chilliwack held its inaugural meeting to administer oaths of office and receive election results. Council unanimously approved the Mayor's recommendations for 2023 board and advisory committee appointments, as well as the schedule for acting mayors.
- Received record of the Inaugural Ceremony for information (unanimous)
- Received 2022 general local election and Cultus Lake Park Board election results for information (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 City Council Board and Advisory Committee appointments (unanimous)
- Approved appointments for Acting Mayor for 2022-2023 (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
Chilliwack City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a winter road salt supply contract, a zoning bylaw amendment for an industrial property, and funding for community programs. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and a consent agenda item for a zoning bylaw amendment.
- Accept quotation from LaFarge Asphalt Technologies for 2022 Winter Road Salt Supply at $139.64/tonne for ~5,500 tonnes
- Approve $2,500 to Chilliwack Restorative Justice and Youth Advocacy Association for 2022 Operation Red Nose
- Give first and second reading to Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2022, No. 5253 for 43645 Industrial Way (M5 Zone) and set public hearing for Nov 15, 2022
- Approve $212,686 one-time funding to Stó:lō Service Agency for Mémiyelhtel Program (Youth Outreach)
- Adopt Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5242 for 45585 Luckakuck Way
Council approved one-time direct funding of $212,686 to the Stó:lō Service Agency for the Mémiyelhtel Program (Youth Outreach). They also accepted a winter road salt supply contract with LaFarge Asphalt Technologies at $139.64 per tonne for an estimated 5,500 tonnes, and approved a $2,500 grant to the Chilliwack Restorative Justice and Youth Advocacy Association for Operation Red Nose. A zoning amendment for 43645 Industrial Way was given first and second reading, with a public hearing scheduled for November 15, 2022.
- Approved $212,686 one-time funding to Stó:lō Service Agency for Mémiyelhtel Program (unanimous)
- Accepted winter road salt supply contract from LaFarge Asphalt Technologies at $139.64/tonne for ~5,500 tonnes (unanimous)
- Approved $2,500 grant to Chilliwack Restorative Justice and Youth Advocacy Association for Operation Red Nose (unanimous)
- Gave first and second reading to Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2022 No. 5253 for 43645 Industrial Way, set public hearing for Nov 15, 2022 (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022 No. 5242 (unanimous)
- Adopted minutes of October 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Received 2023 Financial Plan Community Engagement Survey for information (unanimous)
- Moved to closed session under Section 90(1)(c), (e), (i), (l) of Community Charter (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
Chilliwack Council is meeting to decide on several planning items, including first and second readings for three zoning amendments, a public hearing for four zoning bylaw amendments, and approval of four development variance permits. Council will also consider a grant application for active transportation improvements, a recreation facility energy conservation project, and the 2023 meeting schedule.
- First and second reading for rezoning 46066 and 46074 Bonny Avenue to R3 (Small Lot Residential)
- First and second reading for rezoning 6270 Edson Road to R3 (Small Lot Residential)
- First and second reading for rezoning 46050 Camrose Avenue to R1-C (Urban Infill)
- Public hearings for zoning amendments at 45585 Luckakuck Way, 46023 Lewis Avenue, 45488 Lewis Avenue, and 6425 Silverthorne Road
- Authorize application for BC Active Transportation Grant for Tyson Road and Keith Wilson Road improvements
Council adopted four zoning bylaw amendments for properties on Luckakuck Way, Lewis Avenue, and Silverthorne Road, and approved four development variance permits for properties on Community Street, Wilson Road, Hemlock Street, and Lickman Road. All decisions were carried unanimously except for the Wilson Road variance permit, which passed with one nay vote. Council also authorized a $480,500 contract for Wellness Centre Operations to Pacific Community Resource Society.
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2022 No. 5242 for 45585 Luckakuck Way (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2022 No. 5243 for 46023 Lewis Avenue (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2022 No. 5244 for 45488 Lewis Avenue (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2022 No. 5248 for 6425 Silverthorne Road (unanimous)
- Approved Development Variance Permit DVP01226 for 4510 Community Street (unanimous)
- Approved Development Variance Permit DVP01248 for 4525 Wilson Road (carried, one nay)
- Approved Development Variance Permit DVP01268 for 9769 Hemlock Street (unanimous)
- Approved Development Variance Permit DVP01298 for 8094 Lickman Road (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is reviewing a $511,268.80 contract for biological treatment system engineering and several property rezonings. The meeting includes public hearings for five zoning amendments and discussions on tax exemption bylaws.
- Engineering services contract for Biological Treatment System Expansion Phase 2 with Associated Engineering (B.C.) Ltd. for $511,268.80
- Proposed rezoning of 45585 Luckakuck Way from Shopping Centre (C4) to Liquor Store (C7)
- Proposed rezoning of 46023 Lewis Avenue and 6425 Silverthorne Road to Urban Infill (R1-C)
- Proposed rezoning of 45488 Lewis Avenue to Urban Duplex Residential (R1-B)
- Management Agreement for Riding Club Hall with Mount Cheam Lions Club from Sept 22, 2022 to Aug 31, 2027
Council awarded a $511,268.80 engineering services contract to Associated Engineering (B.C.) Ltd. for the Biological Treatment System Expansion Phase 2, approved a five-year Riding Club Hall management agreement with Mount Cheam Lions Club, and advanced several zoning bylaw amendments and development permits. Council also gave first, second, and third readings to the 2023 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw and the Tax Exemption (Riparian Property) Bylaw, and approved grant applications for the Chilliwack Creek Pump Station upgrades.
- Approved $511,268.80 engineering contract for Biological Treatment System Expansion Phase 2 (unanimous)
- Approved five-year Riding Club Hall management agreement with Mount Cheam Lions Club (unanimous)
- Gave first, second, and third readings to Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 2022 No. 5249 (unanimous)
- Gave first, second, and third readings to Tax Exemption (Riparian Property) Bylaw 2022 No. 5250 (unanimous)
- Approved grant application for Chilliwack Creek (Wolfe Road) Pump Station Upgrades Preliminary Design (unanimous)
- Advanced zoning bylaw amendments for properties at 45585 Luckakuck Way, 46023 Lewis Ave, 45488 Lewis Ave, and 6425 Silverthorne Rd to public hearing (unanimous)
- Approved development permits for 45960 Alexander Ave and 45838 Railway Ave (unanimous)
- Approved development variance permits for 45828 Manuel Rd and 51542 Old Yale Rd (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments. Council will also consider fee waivers for the Rowat Shelter and Housing project and safety regulations for the Vedder River.
- Revised cost of $1,588,196.86 for the 2019 West Dike Upgrades Project
- Engineering services for Chilliwack River Road Multi-Use Pathway for $82,019.90
- Fee waivers for Phoenix Housing Society totaling $628,702.75
- Proposed rezoning for 46410 Uplands Road, 46420 Uplands Road, 46095 Lewis Avenue, 45468 Wellington Avenue, and 10159 Kent Road
- Approval of new road names Boulder Drive and Highsprings Place
Council unanimously accepted a revised cost of $1,588,196.86 for the 2019 West Dike Upgrades Project from Timbro Contracting. They also awarded an $82,019.90 engineering contract for the Chilliwack River Road Multi-Use Pathway and advanced several rezoning applications to public hearings. Fee waivers totaling $628,702.75 were granted to Phoenix Housing Society for the Rowat Shelter and Housing project.
- Approved $1,588,196.86 cost increase for 2019 West Dike Upgrades Project (unanimous)
- Awarded $82,019.90 engineering contract for Chilliwack River Road Multi-Use Pathway (unanimous)
- Waived $488,919.25 in development cost charges for Phoenix Housing Society (unanimous)
- Waived $139,783.50 in permit fees for Phoenix Housing Society (unanimous)
- Advanced rezoning at 46410 Uplands Road to public hearing (unanimous)
- Advanced rezoning at 46420 Uplands Road to public hearing (unanimous)
- Advanced rezoning at 46095 Lewis Avenue to public hearing (unanimous)
- Approved road names Boulder Drive and Highsprings Place (unanimous)
Special Regular Meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The only specific action listed is the recommendation to adopt the minutes from the August 16, 2022, Regular Meeting of Council.
- Adoption of minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting
Council unanimously adopted the minutes from the August 16 regular meeting, then immediately adjourned to a closed session to discuss solicitor-client information under Section 90(1)(i) of the Community Charter. No other business was conducted.
- Adopted minutes of the August 16, 2022 Regular Meeting (unanimous)
- Adjourned to a Closed Meeting to discuss solicitor-client information (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is deciding on several high-value contracts for leisure centre operations and road rehabilitation. Council is also reviewing climate action and active transportation plans, along with various zoning amendments and development permits.
- Proposed $10,027,777.00 contract with YMCA of Greater Vancouver for leisure centres and Rotary Pool
- Proposed $2,469,137.34 asphalt rehabilitation contract award to B.A. Blacktop Ltd.
- Proposed $169,244.58 purchase of an Automated Weather Observing System from Approach Navigation Systems Inc.
- Proposed funding allocations for Reaching Home Program, including $145,000.00 for Ann Davis Transition Society
- Rezoning of 46480 Brooks Avenue from R1-B to R3 and text amendments to R1-A Urban Residential Zone
Council approved the 2022 Asphalt Rehabilitation Program contract to B.A. Blacktop Ltd. for $2,469,137.34 and accepted the YMCA of Greater Vancouver's proposal to manage three leisure centres for $10,027,777 over five years. Several planning items were advanced, including first and second readings for zoning amendments and approval of development permits. All votes were carried unanimously.
- Approved 2022 Asphalt Rehabilitation Program to B.A. Blacktop Ltd. for $2,469,137.34 (unanimous)
- Accepted YMCA of Greater Vancouver proposal to manage Chilliwack Landing, Cheam Leisure Centre, and Rotary Pool for $10,027,777 over 5 years (unanimous)
- Approved Corporate and Community Climate Action Plans (unanimous)
- Approved Active Transportation Plan (unanimous)
- Authorized RFP for Biological Treatment System Expansion Phase 2 to Associated Engineering and WSP Canada (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Automated Weather Observing System for $169,244.58 (unanimous)
- Approved Development Permit DP001565 for properties on Rowat and Trethewey Avenues (unanimous)
- Approved renewal of Temporary Use Permit TUP00159 for A-44075 Yale Road, extended to two years (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is reviewing several property rezoning applications and development permits. Council is also deciding on contracts for wastewater treatment plant maintenance and trail improvements, and receiving a report from the RCMP.
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Digesters 1 and 2 cleaning contract with American Process Group (Canada) Ltd. for $421,381.55
- Little Mountain South Face Trail Stairs quotation from House to Home Landscaping for $134,432.80
- Rezoning of 5725 Promontory Road to R4-B for townhouse development with secondary suites
- Funding of $5,000 over three years for Tourism Chilliwack culturally significant events
- Public hearings for rezoning at 46713 Brice Road, 8893 Nowell Street, 46681 Fairwood Drive, and 5437/5445 Peach Road
Council adopted four zoning bylaw amendments (Brice Road, Nowell Street, Fairwood Drive, Peach Road) and approved associated development variance permits after public hearings. Council also approved a $421,381.55 wastewater treatment plant digester cleaning contract, a $134,432.80 trail stairs contract, and $30,000 in community development funding. All decisions were carried unanimously.
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 2022 No. 5228 (46713 Brice Road) and approved DVP01261 (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 2022 No. 5229 (8893 Nowell Street) (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 2022 No. 5232 (46681 Fairwood Drive) (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 2022 No. 5233 (5437 & 5445 Peach Road) and approved DVP01205 (unanimous)
- Approved $421,381.55 WWTP Digester 1 & 2 Cleaning contract to American Process Group (unanimous)
- Approved $134,432.80 Little Mountain South Face Trail Stairs quotation to House to Home Landscaping (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 Tourism Chilliwack cultural event funding (3 years) (unanimous)
- Approved $25,000 Ruth and Naomi's Peer Employment Initiative funding (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is deciding on several engineering tender awards and zoning bylaw amendments. The meeting includes a presentation from the Chilliwack Slo-Pitch organization and public hearings for specific property rezonings.
- Williams Street and Yale Road Storm Main Replacement contract for $2,239,543.00
- Salmon Ridge Slope Stabilization contract for $1,716,862.35
- Balmoral-Princess Parking Lot and Sidewalk contract for $814,373.23
- Vedder River Floodway Sediment Removal tender up to $500,000.00
- Proposed rezoning for 46713 Brice Road, 8893 Nowell Street, 46681 Fairwood Drive, and 5437/5445 Peach Road
Council unanimously awarded several construction tenders, including the Salmon Ridge Slope Stabilization ($1.7M), Vedder River Floodway Sediment Removal (up to $500K), Balmoral-Princess Parking Lot and Sidewalk ($814K), and Williams Street/Yale Road Storm Main Replacement ($2.24M). They also approved mural placements, a fire engine modification purchase, and gave first and second readings to four rezoning bylaws, scheduling public hearings for August 2, 2022. A temporary use permit for a cannabis retail store at 46020 Yale Road was denied unanimously.
- Awarded Salmon Ridge Slope Stabilization tender to Greystone Design Management Construction Ltd. ($1,716,862.35)
- Awarded Vedder River Floodway Sediment Removal tender to Jakes Construction Ltd. (up to $500,000)
- Awarded Balmoral-Princess Parking Lot and Sidewalk tender to Universal Construction ($814,373.23)
- Awarded Williams Street and Yale Road Storm Main Replacement tender to Sandpiper Contracting LLP ($2,239,543.00)
- Approved mural placements at four locations
- Approved direct award to HUB Fire Engines for ladder storage modifications (up to $175,000)
- Gave first and second readings to four rezoning bylaws (Brice Road, Nowell Street, Fairwood Drive, Peach Road)
- Denied Temporary Use Permit TUP00200 for cannabis retail store at 46020 Yale Road
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is reviewing several zoning bylaw amendments and development variance permits. Council is also deciding on funding for community initiatives and awarding a road paving contract.
- Award of 2022 Mill and Pave Program tender to Loewen Paving Ltd. for $183,216.60
- Funding of $39,500.00 for Chilliwack Restorative Justice and Youth Advocacy Association
- Funding of $5,000.00 for the Chilliwack Mural Festival
- Proposed rezoning of 9144 Williams Street to Urban Duplex Residential
- Proposed rezoning of 10256 Wedgewood Drive to Urban Infill
Council awarded the 2022 Mill and Pave Program tender to Loewen Paving Ltd. for $183,216.60, approved $44,500 in community funding, and adopted six zoning bylaws after public hearings. Two development variance permits were also approved. All decisions were carried unanimously except for the rezoning at 46852 First Avenue, which passed 4-1 with Councillor Kloot opposed.
- Awarded 2022 Mill and Pave Program tender to Loewen Paving Ltd. for $183,216.60 (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 funding for Chilliwack Mural Festival (unanimous)
- Approved $39,500 funding for Chilliwack Restorative Justice and Youth Advocacy Association (unanimous)
- Approved 5-year License of Occupation for Heritage Park with Chilliwack and District Agricultural Society (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 5218 rezoning 46106 Riverside Drive to R4 (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 5219 rezoning 46193 Second Avenue to R1-C (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 5221 rezoning 46852 First Avenue to R3 (4-1, Kloot opposed)
- Adopted Zoning Bylaw 5222 rezoning 9744 McNaught Road to R3 (unanimous)
Special Regular Meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and standard meeting sections. The only specific item listed for action is the receipt of minutes from a May 11, 2022, Public Safety Advisory Committee meeting.
- Receipt of Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from May 11, 2022
The special regular meeting was called to order and the consent agenda was approved, receiving the Public Safety Advisory Committee minutes from May 11, 2022. The council then voted unanimously to adjourn to a closed session under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter to discuss proposed municipal services. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Received Public Safety Advisory Committee minutes from May 11, 2022 (unanimous)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss proposed municipal services (unanimous)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is reviewing several zoning amendments, including garden suite text changes and residential rezonings. Council is also deciding on a contract for instream works and amendments to sewer rate and building maintenance bylaws.
- Award of '2022 Instream Works' tender to Timbro Contracting Ltd. for $822,557.49
- Proposed rezonings for 46106 Riverside Drive, 46193 Second Avenue, 46852 First Avenue, 9744 McNaught Road, 45922 Railway Avenue, and 45865 Manuel Road
- Sanitary Sewer System Regulation Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5220
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5225 regarding garden suites
- Adoption of Mail Ballot Voting Procedures Bylaw 2022, No. 5183
Council awarded the 2022 Instream Works tender to Timbro Contracting Ltd. for $822,557.49, and gave first and second reading to multiple zoning bylaws, including several residential rezonings, with public hearings set for July 5, 2022. Council also adopted the Yarrow Neighbourhood Plan into the Official Community Plan and approved a supportive housing rezoning at 45466 Yale Road. All decisions were carried unanimously.
- Awarded 2022 Instream Works tender to Timbro Contracting Ltd. for $822,557.49 (unanimous)
- Adopted Mail Ballot Voting Procedures Bylaw 2022, No. 5183 and Building Maintenance and Occupancy Standards Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5203 (unanimous)
- Gave first and second reading to Sanitary Sewer System Regulation Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5220 (unanimous)
- Approved Policy Directive No. A-20 'Council Code of Conduct' (unanimous)
- Gave first and second reading to six zoning amendment bylaws (RZ001529, RZ001550, RZ001544, RZ001585, RZ001571, RZ001597) and set public hearings for July 5, 2022 (unanimous)
- Gave first and second reading to Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2022, No. 5225 (text amendments) and set public hearing for July 5, 2022 (unanimous)
- Forwarded four Agricultural Land Reserve applications to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALR00378 without comment; ALR00388, ALR00391, ALR00392 with support) (unanimous)
- Approved Development Permit DP001590 for 43450 Alameda Drive with added conditions including wheel wash, dust control, and slope protection (unanimous)