Chilliwack public meetings in 2024
26 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
This regular meeting of Chilliwack Council will decide on the adoption of the 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw, multiple rezoning applications for cannabis retail, low-rise apartments, and secondary suites, and award contracts for infrastructure projects. Council will also consider a new Community Heritage Register and other reports.
- Adopt 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 5449 (budget)
- Award $149,994 to Urban Systems Ltd. for Chilliwack Creek Pump Station preliminary design
- Award $120,845 to Landmark Solutions Ltd. for canal gate replacement
- Rezone 8247 Young Road from C5 to C8 (cannabis retail) – public hearing Jan 14, 2025
- Rezone 46068-46088 Cleveland Avenue from R1-A to R5 (low-rise apartment) and issue development permit
Regular Meeting
The council will consider third reading of the 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw, along with adoption of four zoning and housing bylaws, two engineering service contracts, and multiple development variance permits. A liquor licence application for Johnny's Jukebox Diner and several public information meetings are also on the agenda.
- Adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendments 5384 (45419 Kipp Ave), 5401 (Gore/Princess/Young Rd), and 5441 (9465 Hazel St)
- Approval of Housing Agreement Bylaw 5438 with MQHS United Church
- Award of Stormwater and Drainage Engineering Services contract to Ecora Engineering for $142,027.50
- Award of 2025 Asphalt Rehabilitation Consulting contract to R.F. Binnie & Associates for $111,959.00
- Third reading of 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw 2024, No. 5449
Special Regular Meeting
The agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate. The only specific item listed for action is the receipt of minutes from a Design Review Advisory Committee meeting.
- Receipt of Design Review Advisory Committee minutes from November 12, 2024
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack Council is reviewing the 2025 Financial Plan and several zoning amendments. The meeting includes discussions on community safety, housing needs, and specific property remedial actions.
- First and second reading of 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw 2024, No. 5449
- Proposed waiver of $1,183,977.47 in development cost charges and $31,394.14 in permit fees for Mamele'awt Qweesome Housing Society
- Contract for office furnishings from Holmes & Brakel Inc. for $245,621.64
- Rezoning of 9465 Hazel Street from R1-A to R4 (Low Density Multi-Unit Residential)
- Rezoning of 46528 Mayfair Avenue from R1-A to R1-C (Urban Infill)
Special Regular Meeting
This special regular meeting of Chilliwack City Council includes a consent agenda to receive minutes from the Public Safety Advisory Committee meetings of July 17, 2024 and September 25, 2024. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Receive Public Safety Advisory Committee minutes from July 17, 2024 and September 25, 2024 for information
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack Council is meeting to decide on several development permits and a zoning bylaw amendment. The agenda includes a proposal to award a renovation contract for the Fire Training Grounds and the implementation of a holiday ticket program.
- Proposed $409,693.00 contract with Gerry Enns Contracting Ltd. for Fire Training Grounds Building Renovation Project
- Adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2024, No. 5432 for 46005 Stevenson Road
- Implementation of 'Toys for Tickets' campaign from November 25 to December 13, 2024
- Public hearing and permit applications for 8408 Piper Crescent
- Development Variance Permits for 46604 First Avenue, 46680 Yale Road, 45890 Hocking Avenue, 45991 Airport Road, and 5865 Vedder Road
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack Council is reviewing several engineering and design contracts and a zoning amendment. The meeting includes reports from the Chilliwack Museum and Community Policing Services and the adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Proposed rezoning of 8247 Young Road from Liquor Primary to Cannabis Retail
- Contract for 2024 Bridge Design Services from ISL Engineering and Land Services for $199,981.00
- Direct award of design services for Landing Sports Centre Annex to MQN Architects for $226,485.00
- Grant application for active transportation improvements on McIntosh Road, Edward Street, Menholm Road, and Mary Street
- Highway Closure and Removal of Dedication Bylaw 2024, No. 5422 for a portion of lane off Marie Avenue
Special Regular Meeting
The agenda for this meeting consists primarily of procedural boilerplate. The only specific item listed for action is the receipt of minutes from a previous committee meeting.
- Receive minutes of the Design Review Advisory Committee meeting held September 10, 2024
Regular Meeting
The council will consider a three‑year extension of the Bailey Sanitary Landfill and Compostable Waste Transfer Station operating contract, valued at $8,225,000. It will also review several zoning bylaw amendments, a sanitary sewer regulation amendment, and a winter road‑salt supply award. Additional items include adoption of previous minutes and various temporary use and development variance permits.
- Approve extension of Bailey Sanitary Landfill contract (Aug 1 2025 – Jul 31 2028) for $8,225,000
- Adopt Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 5439 for 6538 and 6548 Fern Street
- Adopt Sanitary Sewer System Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 5440
- Accept winter road‑salt supply quotation at $145 per tonne for an estimated 5,500 tonnes
- Rezone 46010 Stevenson Road from R1‑A to R1‑C (Urban Infill) – first, second, and third readings
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack Council is reviewing several engineering contracts and zoning amendments. A key proposal involves a six-month policy to not enforce zoning or building codes for an emergency shelter at 46146 Margaret Avenue. The body is also deciding on various land-use permits and infrastructure tenders.
- Proposed $222,910.02 contract to B.A. Blacktop Infrastructure Ltd. for City Hall parking lot expansion
- Proposed $176,500.00 organic waste transportation tender for BioCentral Green Depot Ltd.
- Proposed $195,516.87 for WWTP CE pump replacement and piping upgrade from Precision Service & Pumps Inc.
- Proposed $10,000.00 Reusables Pilot Program agreement with Circular Solutions Inc.
- Zoning Bylaw Amendments for 46662 Portage Avenue and 4440 Wilson Road
Special Regular Meeting
This special regular meeting is primarily procedural. The council is scheduled to receive the minutes from the July 17, 2024, Public Safety Advisory Committee meeting for information.
- Receipt of Public Safety Advisory Committee minutes from July 17, 2024
Regular Meeting
The Chilliwack City Council will consider a range of items, including adopting minutes, a consent agenda of several bylaw amendments, and multiple zoning amendment readings. It will also vote on the 2024‑2034 Canada Community‑Building Fund agreement and approve the purchase and installation of a Storage Area Network for $749,327.72. Additional items include a liquor licence application for Whispering Horse Winery and the repeal of the Single‑Use Item Reduction Bylaw.
- Approve purchase and installation of a Storage Area Network from CDW Canada for $749,327.72.
- Approve the 2024‑2034 Canada Community‑Building Fund Agreement with the Union of British Columbia Municipalities.
- Adopt six consent‑agenda bylaws: Delegation Authority, Development Application Fee, Procedural, Solid Waste Management, Public Hearing/Public Information Meeting, and Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 5379.
- Read and pass the Single‑Use Item Reduction Bylaw Repeal Bylaw 2024, No. 5418 (first, second, and third readings).
- Consider multiple zoning bylaw amendment readings for properties on Fourth Avenue, Yale Road, Princess Avenue, Southlands Drive, and other locations.
Regular Meeting
The Chilliwack City Council is considering recommendations to award infrastructure contracts, amend zoning rules, and update municipal bylaws. Staff propose approving a $1,298,050.95 contract for Luckakuck Way traffic improvements and a $186,186.00 contract for landfill waste grinding. The agenda also includes zoning changes for 45387 Jewel Avenue, highway closure bylaws, and multiple development permit applications. No final votes are recorded in this agenda.
- Award tender to Breakwater Contracting Ltd. for $1,298,050.95 for Luckakuck Way traffic signal and safety improvements
- Award tender to Drake Resources Ltd. for $186,186.00 for Bailey Landfill wood and yard waste grinding
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 5379 to rezone 45387 Jewel Avenue from R1-A to R1-C and R3 zones
- Highway Closure and Removal of Dedication Bylaws for portions of Gore Avenue and a nearby lane
- Approve three murals for the 2024 Chilliwack Mural Festival at Thunderbird Lane, 9345 Main Street, and 45585 Luckakuck Way
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack Council is reviewing several land-use items including rezoning requests and floodplain exemptions. The agenda also includes infrastructure matters such as road closures, transit agreements, and a street maintenance contract extension.
- Award of $269,355.78 to Loewen Paving Ltd. for the 2024 Mill and Pave Program
- Proposed closure of portions of Gore Avenue and a connecting lane near Princess Avenue
- One-year extension of Traffic Signal and Street Light Maintenance Contract with Crown Contracting Ltd.
- Rezoning requests for properties on Fourth Avenue, Nowell Street, Princess Avenue, and Young Road
- Floodplain site specific exemptions for 43701 Industrial Way and 10665 Young Road
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is considering several planning items including small-scale multi-unit housing and transit-oriented area bylaws. Council will also review various development permits, temporary use permits, and a proposal for the Official Community Plan Review.
- $366,457.00 proposal for 'Chilliwack 2050 - Official Community Plan Review' from Modus Planning, Design & Engagement Inc.
- $3,200.00 funding request for the Downtown Chilliwack Business Improvement Association Village Classic 2024 Car Show
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2024, No. 5395 regarding small-scale, multi-unit housing regulations
- Transit-Oriented Area Bylaw 2024, No. 5394
- Development Permit DP001274 for 8460 Young Road
Regular Meeting
Council will review several engineering and planning proposals, including a $250,000 allocation for home energy upgrade rebates. The agenda also includes a study on converting Princess Avenue to one-way traffic to allow for a multi-use pathway. Additionally, the meeting features presentations from the Chilliwack Cultural Centre and community policing services.
- $250,000 allocation for home energy upgrade rebates via the CleanBC Municipal Top-Ups Program
- Proposal to convert Princess Avenue to one-way eastbound traffic for a multi-use pathway
- $205,200.00 contract for the Advertising Bus Bench Program over five years
- $92,559.20 award to Urban Systems Ltd. for design guidelines review
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2024, No. 5392 for 45495 Campus Drive
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is reviewing several major infrastructure contracts, including cycling improvements and road projects. Council will also consider multiple rezoning applications and approve the 2023 audited financial statements.
- Knight & Mary Cycling Improvements tender award to B.A. Blacktop Infrastructure Inc. for $2,190,253.30
- Yale Road-Breezeway Projects tender award to Marex Constructors Ltd. for $1,571,850.00
- Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre strength equipment purchase from LIVunLtd for $344,972.45
- Asphalt Rehabilitation Consulting and Administration contract award to R.F. Binnie & Associates Ltd. for $161,593.00
- Rezoning of 9378 and 9396 McNaught Road from R1-A to R1-C
Regular Meeting
Council is reviewing the 2024 annual tax rates bylaw and several utility regulation amendments. The meeting includes requests to approve equipment purchases and imagery acquisition contracts. Staff will also present updated city and neighbourhood profiles.
- Purchase of an asphalt patch truck for $540,507.00
- 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw (No. 5393) readings
- Orthoimagery acquisition proposal for $96,550.00
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw 2024 (No. 5385) adoption
- Tendering for the 2024 Asphalt Rehabilitation Construction Project
Special Regular Meeting
This is a special regular meeting of the Chilliwack Council. The agenda consists of procedural items including the adoption of previous minutes and a motion to adjourn to a closed session.
- Adoption of the April 2, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes
Regular Meeting
The Council is considering several bylaw amendments and rezoning requests, including a property change at 5870 Jinkerson Road. Additionally, the agenda includes awarding contracts for dust palliative application and recycling depot compactors.
- Award of $252,785.00 tender for supply and application of dust palliative to Custom Tank Service
- Purchase of three refurbished compactors from Canadian Compactor Repair Ltd. for $89,591.68
- Rezoning of 5870 Jinkerson Road from RR to R3 zone
- $5,000.00 funding request for the Chilliwack Mural Festival
- $56,000.00 funding request for Ruth and Naomi's Mission Downtown Cleanup Peer Employment Program
Regular Meeting
The Council is considering several large-scale engineering contracts, including a biological treatment system expansion and airport lighting upgrades. Additional items include updates to solid waste management, water conservation plans, and potential liquor consumption in city parks.
- Biological Treatment System Expansion Phase 2: $36,374,960.94 award to Tritech Group Ltd./Stantec Consulting Ltd.
- 2024 Chilliwack Airport Project Airfield Lighting Upgrade: $1,154,614.65 award to Black & McDonald Ltd.
- Electric Ice Resurfacer RFP award of $221,751.00 to Vimar Equipment
- Proposed liquor consumption by season at Vedder Park (45450 Petawawa Road)
- Funding for Downtown Cleanup Peer Employment Program: $49,995.00 to Ruth and Naomi's Mission
Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting includes a policy decision regarding zoning and building code enforcement for a wellness centre at 45951 Trethewey Avenue. The agenda also covers several infrastructure contract awards and bylaw amendments for sanitary sewers and parks. Additionally, the council will receive a quarterly report from Chilliwack Community Policing Services.
- $644,906.55 tender award to Tuya Construction Ltd. for Teskey Detention Pond Expansion
- $880,000.00 annual estimated cost for organic waste processing services from Net Zero Waste Eastgate Ltd.
- $180,000.000 purchase of LED light fixtures for Townsend Park Pitch A field
- Zoning and building code enforcement exemption for 45951 Trethewey Avenue
- Approval to participate in the provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack is considering several funding allocations for infrastructure, community festivals, and youth programming. The agenda also includes multiple planning items regarding development permits and Agricultural Land Reserve applications.
- $137,776.00 drainage design contract award to Morrison Hershfield Ltd.
- $587,196.00 allocation for housing initiatives and Official Community Plan updates
- $20,000.00 funding increase for Chilliwack Community Services youth programming
- $5,000.00 funding request for the Chilliwack Pride Festival
- Development permits for 45951, 45957, and 45963 Wellington Avenue
Regular Meeting
The City is considering several infrastructure projects and zoning amendments. This includes a revised scope for the Chilliwack Airport Runway and a contract for the Williams Street Pedestrian Bridge design. The Council also reviewed proposals for new utility equipment and liquor licensing.
- Tender for revised Chilliwack Airport Runway scope
- $178,123.00 proposal for Williams Street Pedestrian Bridge design
- $780,486.00 purchase of a Combination Sewer Flush Truck
- Abandonment of Urban Quarter density and height amendments
- Liquor licence application for Axe House Chilliwack
Regular Meeting
The City Council is considering a zoning bylaw amendment for property located at 46750 Hudson Road. The proposal seeks to change the land use from an R3 Small Lot Residential Zone to an R4 Low Density Multi-Unit Residential Zone.
- Rezoning of 46750 Hudson Road from R3 (Small Lot Residential) to R4 (Low Density Multi-Unit Residential)
Regular Meeting
The City of Chilliwack Council is considering a recommendation to renew a Temporary Use Permit for the property at 45933 Trethewey Avenue. The renewal is subject to specific recommendations stipulated within the draft permit.
- Renewal of Temporary Use Permit (TUP00189) at 45933 Trethewey Avenue