Capital Regional District public meetings in 2025

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will vote to adopt the meeting agenda as presented. It will adopt the minutes from the December 5, 2025 board meeting. The board will then enter an in‑camera session to discuss items covered by Section 90(1)(a) of the Community Charter. The meeting will be adjourned after these actions.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from Dec 5, 2025 meeting
• In‑camera session per Section 90(1)(a) of the Community Charter
• Adjournment of the meeting

The board adopted the meeting agenda as presented and approved the minutes from the December 5, 2025 meeting. The board voted to close the meeting to the public for an in‑camera session, then reconvened and adjourned the meeting at 10:17 a.m.

• Adopt agenda as presented – carried
• Adopt minutes of Dec 5 2025 meeting – carried
• Close meeting to public for in‑camera session – carried
• Adjourn meeting at 10:17 a.m. – carried

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will adopt its agenda and minutes, review Bill M216 (Professional Reliance Act), and direct filing of a Notice on Title for Lot 8. It will vote to fund up to $15,000 for an energy‑efficient furnace at Big Lake Community Hall and ratify November 2025 expenditures of $2,524,463.14. The board will also authorize construction contracts for the Forest Grove Firehall renovations and the new 150 Mile Firehall before the 2026 budget is approved.

• $15,000 furnace installation at Big Lake Community Hall (Community Works Fund)
• Approval of construction contract for Forest Grove Firehall renovations (pre‑budget)
• Approval of construction contract for new 150 Mile Firehall (pre‑budget)
• Ratification of November 2025 expenditures totaling $2,524,463.14
• Review of Bill M216 – Professional Reliance Act

The board authorized construction contracts for the Forest Grove Firehall renovations and the new 150 Mile Firehall ahead of the 2026 budget. It also approved a $15,000 energy‑efficient furnace for Big Lake Community Hall and a series of Grants for Assistance to community groups. Additional actions included adopting a letter opposing Bill M216, amending the recreation‑bylaw family definition, and approving a CAO performance‑review form.

• Approved construction contract for Forest Grove Firehall renovations (Carried)
• Approved construction contract for new 150 Mile Firehall (Carried)
• Approved up to $15,000 for a new furnace at Big Lake Community Hall (Carried)
• Approved $250 grant to Deka Lake & District Volunteer Firefighters Society (Carried)
• Approved Grants for Assistance to Bouchie Lake groups: $1,500, $5,000, $5,200 (Carried)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Lac La Hache Community Club (Carried)
• Approved amendment to the family definition in the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Fees and Charges Bylaw (Carried)
• Approved a letter opposing Bill M216 Professional Reliance Act to Premier Eby and Minister Boyle (Carried)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 14, 2025 board meeting. It will receive information items about parking during hospital renovations and recent health newsletters. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of minutes from November 14, 2025
• Information item: Parking during hospital renovations (Williams and Kim McCaveney)
• Information item: IH - Healthy Communities Newsletter – November 2025
• Information item: Northern Health Community News – November 2025

The board adopted the meeting agenda and the November 14, 2025 minutes. It approved sending a letter to Interior Health to request parking information for the hospital renovation. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda – carried
• Adopt November 14 minutes – carried
• Approve letter to Interior Health requesting parking plan – carried
• Adjourn meeting at 9:50 a.m. – carried

Central Cariboo Joint Committee

The Central Cariboo Joint Committee is meeting to conduct a joint review of community grants and grants for assistance. The body will also discuss the 2026-2030 business, financial, and capital plans for Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services.

• Joint review of community grants for 37 applicants, including the Cariboo Chilcotin Gymnastics Club and Williams Lake and District Seniors Centre
• Review of Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services 2026-2030 Business, Financial and Capital Plans
• Adoption of minutes from the November 26, 2025 meeting

Central Cariboo Joint Committee

The Central Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, review community grant applications, and endorse the 2026 Arts and Culture business plan. It will ratify the 2026‑2030 Recreation and Leisure Services plan, which includes a $500,000 allocation for the Esler Sports Complex Access Road in 2026 (and a matching $500,000 in 2027). The committee will also approve the 2026 meeting schedule and consider discussion items such as a new playground, park renaming, and proposals for pickleball, a dog park, and an indoor turf facility.

• Allocate $500,000 (2026) and $500,000 (2027) Community Works Funds for Esler Sports Complex Access Road
• Endorse Central Cariboo Arts and Culture 2026 Business and Financial Plans
• Review and consider community grant applications for 37 local groups
• Ratify 2026 Central Cariboo Joint Committee meeting schedule
• Discuss Daybreak Rotary request for new playground and renaming Kiwanis Park to Rotary Park

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the September 17, 2025 minutes. It endorsed the Central Cariboo Arts and Culture 2026 business and financial plans and ratified the 2026 meeting schedule. The Central Cariboo Recreation 2026‑2030 plans were defeated and deferred to a special meeting. The Cariboo Regional District Board allocated an additional $500,000 in Community Works Funds for 2026 and $500,000 for 2027 to complete the Esler Sports Complex Access Road project.

• Agenda adoption – carried
• September 17, 2025 minutes adoption – carried
• Central Cariboo Arts and Culture 2026 business and financial plans endorsed – carried
• 2026 Central Cariboo Joint Committee meeting schedule endorsed – carried
• Central Cariboo Recreation 2026‑2030 business, financial and capital plans defeated – defeated
• Deferral of Central Cariboo Recreation plans to special meeting on Dec 1, 2025 – carried
• Allocation of $500,000 Community Works Funds for 2026 and $500,000 for 2027 to complete Esler Sports Complex Access Road – carried

North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will formally adopt the meeting agenda. It will adopt the September 9, 2025 minutes. The meeting will then be closed to the public for an in‑camera session under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter. The meeting will adjourn at the scheduled time.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from September 9, 2025
• Close meeting for in‑camera discussion per Community Charter

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus adopted its agenda and the September 9, 2025 minutes. The meeting was placed in‑camera, reconvened, and then adjourned at 5:16 p.m.

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the October 24, 2025 meeting. It will read and adopt Bylaw No. 240 for the AGFA EI Picture Archiving and Communication System Upgrade and Bylaw No. 241 for IT Cybersecurity Initiatives including Forescout. The meeting also includes informational presentations and an in‑camera session for confidential items.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 240 – Capital Expenditure for AGFA EI Picture Archiving and Communication System Upgrade
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 241 – Capital Expenditure for IT Cybersecurity Initiatives including Forescout
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Adoption of minutes from the October 24, 2025 board meeting
• In‑camera session to discuss items under Section 90(1)(j) of the Community Charter

The board adopted the meeting agenda and the October 24, 2025 minutes. It read and adopted Bylaw No. 240 for a picture‑archiving system upgrade and Bylaw No. 241 for IT cybersecurity initiatives. The board also voted to hold an in‑camera session and adjourned the meeting at 2:07 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (motion moved by Director Pare, seconded by Director Bachmeier) – carried
• Adopted October 24, 2025 minutes (motion moved by Director Wagner, seconded by Director Neufeld) – carried
• Read Bylaw No. 240 (NH – AGFA EI Picture Archiving and Communication System Upgrade) first, second and third time (motion moved by Director Pinkney, seconded by Director de Vries) – carried
• Adopted Bylaw No. 240 (motion moved by Director Smith, seconded by Director Glassford) – carried
• Read Bylaw No. 241 (NH – IT Cybersecurity Initiatives Including Forescout) first, second and third time (motion moved by Director Paull, seconded by Director Bachmeier) – carried
• Adopted Bylaw No. 241 (motion moved by Director Bachmeier, seconded by Director Glassford) – carried
• Closed meeting to public for in‑camera session (motion moved by Vice Chair Massier, seconded by Director de Vries) – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 2:07 p.m. (motion moved by Director Glassford, seconded by Director Anderson) – carried

Cariboo Regional District Board

The board adopted two weighted bylaws authorizing loans for a new fire engine and a firehall replacement in 150 Mile House. It approved development variance permits that reduce the side‑yard setback on 1909 Backer Rd and the front‑yard setback on 7573 Beazely Rd. It voted not to proceed with the Bouchie Lake sewer system because of a prohibitively high estimated cost to taxpayers. It approved a $20,000 grant application to the Northern Development Initiative Trust for the Business Façade Improvement Program.

• Adoption of Fire Engine Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 5512, 2025 (weighted vote)
• Adoption of Firehall Replacement Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 5514, 2025 (weighted vote)
• Approval of Development Variance Permit for 1909 Backer Rd – side‑yard setback reduced to 5.40 m
• Approval of Development Variance Permit for 7573 Beazely Rd – front‑yard setback reduced to 7.40 m
• Decision to reject Bouchie Lake sewer feasibility study due to high cost

The Cariboo Regional District Board elected a new Chair and Vice‑Chair, approved two development variance permits, authorized a provincial agricultural land commission application, advanced a Bouchie Lake sewer feasibility study, approved acquisition of the Dragon Mountain radio tower, and adopted several fire‑protection bylaws. All motions were carried.

• Elected Director Wagner as Chair of the Board (Carried)
• Elected Director Neufeld as Vice‑Chair of the Board (Carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit for 1909 Backer Rd, reducing side‑yard setback (Carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit for 7573 Beazely Rd, reducing front‑yard setback (Carried)
• Authorized submission of Agricultural Land Commission subdivision application for District Lot 1932 (Carried)
• Advanced Bouchie Lake sewer feasibility study to public engagement (Carried)
• Approved procurement of Dragon Mountain radio tower through lease/purchase agreements (Carried)
• Adopted fire‑protection bylaws for 150 Mile House fire engine loan, firehall replacement, and firehall loan (Carried)

Finance-Budget Committee

The Finance‑Budget Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, then examine the 2026 business plans for a wide range of services including administration, building inspection, bylaw enforcement, community services, development, emergency programs, library, protective services, solid waste, streetlighting and utilities. It will discuss the 2026‑2030 provisional five‑year financial plan, reviewing tax requisition changes, utility fee schedules and budget allocations. The committee will also consider a review of remuneration bylaws for CCRHD and CRD boards.

• Review of 2026‑2030 provisional five‑year financial plan (tax, fee and budget documents)
• Review of 2026 business plans for Administration, Building Inspection, Bylaw Enforcement and Community Services
• Review of 2026 business plans for Protective Services, Solid Waste Management and Streetlighting
• Review of 2026 business plans for Utilities – sewer, water and invasive plant management
• Action item: Review of remuneration bylaws for CCRHD and CRD boards

The committee adopted the agenda as presented. It approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 Finance‑Budget Committee meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 2:08 p.m. No other substantive matters were decided.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Approved February 27, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:08 p.m. (Carried)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes from October 18, 2024. The primary item for discussion is a proposed new evaluation form for the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

• Proposed New CAO Evaluation Form

The Executive Committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the October 18, 2024 meeting. It approved the proposed CAO performance review form, adding digital links to the job description and requiring a self‑evaluation each January. The committee voted to hold an in‑camera session, closing the meeting to the public, and then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes of October 18, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Approved new CAO evaluation form with digital links and annual self‑evaluation (carried)
• Closed meeting to public for in‑camera session (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:25 a.m. (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda and the September 4, 2025 minutes. It will receive a presentation on the upcoming Livestream Pilot Project from Julie Rogers Consulting. A detailed presentation on the Consolidation of CRD zoning and rural land‑use bylaws will be given by planners from McElhanney. The meeting will also include an update on the regional strategic plan before adjourning.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from September 4, 2025 meeting
• Livestream Pilot Project information session
• Zoning and Rural Land Use Bylaw Consolidation presentation
• Strategic Plan update

The Committee of the Whole adopted the meeting agenda and the September 4, 2025 minutes. Presentations were given on a livestream pilot project and a zoning and rural land‑use bylaw consolidation, but no approvals or rejections were recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted September 4, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus is meeting to adopt previous minutes and endorse administrative updates. The body will consider a meeting schedule for 2026 and amended Terms of Reference for the caucus.

• Endorsement of the 2026 meeting schedule
• Endorsement of amended Terms of Reference for the Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus
• Adoption of October 2, 2025 meeting minutes

The directors adopted the agenda, adding a discussion item on the Central Cariboo Economic Development Business Plan. They approved the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting. They endorsed both the 2026 meeting schedule and the amended Terms of Reference for the Caucus, each by consensus.

• Adopt agenda with added economic development discussion item (by consensus)
• Adopt October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (by consensus)
• Endorse 2026 Caucus meeting schedule (by consensus)
• Endorse amended Terms of Reference for the Caucus (by consensus)
• Adjourn meeting at 3:28 p.m. (by consensus)

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The committee will adopt the agenda and approve the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting. It will endorse a schedule of eight meetings for 2026, all set for 12:00 p.m. on specified Mondays. The committee will review a list of grant‑for‑assistance applications submitted by local groups. It will also discuss two projects for the South Cariboo Recreation Centre: an outdoor rink and a media booth.

• Endorse 2026 South Cariboo Joint Committee meeting schedule
• Review grant‑for‑assistance applications from community groups
• Discuss South Cariboo Recreation Centre – Outdoor Rink project
• Discuss South Cariboo Recreation Centre – Media Booth project

The South Cariboo Joint Committee adopted its agenda and the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes by consensus. It endorsed the 2026 meeting schedule for the committee. It approved the allocation of assistance grants to 17 local community groups, with contributions from Electoral Areas G, H, L and the District of 100 Mile.

• Adopted agenda (consensus)
• Adopted October 20, 2025 minutes (consensus)
• Endorsed 2026 meeting schedule (consensus)
• Approved grants for assistance to 17 community groups (consensus)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will adopt Directors’ Remuneration Bylaw No. 239 after three readings. It will approve $23,590 for the AGFA EI Picture Archiving and Communication System upgrade and $46,508 for IT cybersecurity initiatives, including Forescout. A delegation from Interior Health will provide an update on the Cariboo Memorial Hospital redevelopment. Several informational items from Northern Health and the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation will be presented.

• Adoption of Directors’ Remuneration Bylaw No. 239, 2025 after three readings
• Approval of $23,590 funding for AGFA EI PACS upgrade (CCRHD’s 3.4% share)
• Approval of $46,508 funding for IT cybersecurity initiatives (CCRHD’s 3.5% share)
• Interior Health delegation to update on Cariboo Memorial Hospital redevelopment
• Presentation of Northern Health community news and Royal Inland Hospital Foundation support request

The board adopted the meeting agenda, elected Director Massier as Vice‑Chair, and approved the Directors’ Remuneration Bylaw No. 239, 2025. It also approved funding of $23,590 for the AGFA EI Picture Archiving and Communication System upgrade and $46,508 for Northern Health IT cybersecurity initiatives, directing bylaws for both to be considered at the November 14, 2025 meeting. A letter will be sent to the College of New Caledonia to discuss nursing and medical imaging programs.

• Agenda adopted (Carried)
• Director Massier elected Vice‑Chair (Carried)
• Minutes of October 3, 2025 meeting adopted (Carried)
• Directors’ Remuneration Bylaw No. 239, 2025 read three times and adopted (Carried)
• Approved $23,590 funding for AGFA EI Picture Archiving system upgrade (Carried)
• Approved $46,508 funding for IT cybersecurity initiatives (Carried)
• Letter to College of New Caledonia to invite discussion on nursing and medical imaging programs (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 11:21 a.m. (Carried)

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will adopt the agenda and minutes, approve notices on title for two land parcels, and vote on several grant applications. It will also authorize four separate loans totaling $2.0 million to replace fire trucks for three volunteer fire departments and to fund an extraction unit for Central Cariboo Search and Rescue. Additional items include approvals for water‑system and road‑access grant submissions and renewal of contribution agreements for cemetery and visitor centre operations.

• Authorize up to $450,000 loan for a new fire truck for Miocene Volunteer Fire Department
• Authorize up to $650,000 loan for a new fire truck for Barlow Creek Volunteer Fire Department
• Authorize up to $595,000 loan for a new fire truck for Forest Grove Volunteer Fire Department
• Authorize up to $275,000 loan for an Auto Extraction Unit for Central Cariboo Search and Rescue
• Approve submission of a $1.35 million UBCM grant application for Phase 3 of the Esler Sports Complex Access Road project

The board adopted its agenda and the minutes from the October 3 meeting. It directed the Corporate Officer to file two Notices on Title for specific land parcels in the Lillooet District Plan. The board approved applications to the UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund for the 108 Mile Water System Phase 2 ($1.2 M), the Esler Sports Complex Access Road Phase 3 ($1.35 M), and fire‑smart programs. It authorized four separate loans—up to $450,000 for Miocene VFD, $650,000 for Barlow Creek VFD, $595,000 for Forest Grove VFD, and $275,000 for Central Cariboo Search and Rescue—to replace fire trucks or rescue equipment.

• Adopted agenda as presented (Carried)
• Adopted October 3 board minutes (Carried)
• Directed filing of Notice on Title for Lot 30 District Lot 2939 (Carried)
• Directed filing of Notice on Title for Lot 3 District Lot 1887 (Carried)
• Approved $1.2 M UBCM grant application for 108 Mile Water System Phase 2 (Carried)
• Approved $1.35 M UBCM grant application for Esler Sports Complex Access Road Phase 3 (Carried)
• Authorized loan up to $450,000 for Miocene VFD fire truck replacement (Carried)
• Authorized loan up to $650,000 for Barlow Creek VFD fire truck replacement (Carried)

Emergency Preparedness Committee

The Emergency Preparedness Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting. It will receive updates on the Emergency Operations Centre activities from June to September 2025, a report on partnerships with First Nations during the 2025 wildfires, and an Emergency Planning Memorandum of Understanding with Nazko First Nation. The committee will also hear an update on emergency program services covering May through October 2025.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting
• Review Emergency Operations Centre report for June–September 2025
• Discuss Emergency Planning MOU with Nazko First Nation
• Update on Emergency Program Services May–October 2025

The Emergency Preparedness Committee adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 11:32 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:32 a.m. (carried)

Indigenous Relations Committee

The Indigenous Relations Committee will meet to discuss the 2026 budget and the implementation of the CRD Indigenous Relations Framework. The committee will also review 2026 Community 2 Community opportunities and set the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Indigenous Relations Committee Budget 2026 discussion
• CRD Indigenous Relations Framework Implementation
• 2026 Community 2 Community Opportunities
• 2026 Meeting Schedule

The Indigenous Relations Committee adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. Both items were carried without opposition. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 2:30 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted August 14, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:30 p.m. (carried)

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The South Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt the September 8, 2025, meeting minutes and endorse the 2026-2030 business and financial plans for South Cariboo Recreation Services, along with the 2025-2028 capital plan for the South Cariboo Recreation Centre.

• Adoption of September 8, 2025, committee minutes
• Endorsement of 2026-2030 business and financial plans
• Endorsement of 2025-2028 capital plan for South Cariboo Recreation Centre
• Discussion of South Cariboo Recreation Centre outdoor rink
• Discussion of South Cariboo Recreation Centre media booth project

The South Cariboo Joint Committee adopted its agenda and approved the September 8, 2025 minutes. It endorsed the 2026 five‑year business and financial plans for South Cariboo Recreation Services and the 2025‑2028 capital plan, amending the 2026 budget to include $200,000 for a water‑treatment project. The meeting was adjourned at 1:20 p.m.

• Adopted agenda with Item 4.1 moved after 2.1 – Carried
• Adopted September 8, 2025 minutes – Carried
• Endorsed 2026 recreation business and financial plans and 2025‑2028 capital plan, adding $200,000 for water treatment – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 1:20 p.m. – Carried

South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It will renew the 100 Mile House Cemetery contribution agreement for three years with an annual payment of $7,000. It will also renew the South Cariboo Visitor Information Centre contribution agreement for three years starting January 2026 with an annual payment of $35,000. Reports will be received from the South Cariboo Community Enhancement Foundation and the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from September 8, 2025 meeting
• Renew 100 Mile House Cemetery contribution agreement – $7,000 per year for three years
• Renew South Cariboo Visitor Information Centre contribution agreement – $35,000 per year for three years starting Jan 2026
• Receive reports from Community Enhancement Foundation and Chamber of Commerce

The caucus adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting. It renewed the 100 Mile House Cemetery contribution agreement for three years at $7,000 per year. It also renewed the South Cariboo Visitor Information Centre agreement for three years at $35,000 per year. All items were carried.

• Adopt agenda (Carried)
• Adopt September 8 minutes (Carried)
• Renew 100 Mile House Cemetery agreement, $7,000/yr for 3 years (Carried)
• Renew Visitor Information Centre agreement, $35,000/yr for 3 years (Carried)

Policy Committee

The committee will adopt the agenda and minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It will then endorse two draft policies: a Livestreaming of Meetings Policy and an updated Procurement Policy. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Endorse draft Livestreaming of Meetings Policy (see AIS - Livestream Policy.pdf and M1.4 - Livestreaming Policy (Amending Audio Recording of Meetings).pdf)
• Endorse updated Procurement Policy (see AIS - Updated Procurement Policy.pdf and Procurement Policy.pdf)

The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It endorsed the draft Livestreaming of Meetings Policy with added encryption and FOIPPA audit requirements. It also endorsed the updated Procurement Policy as presented.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Adopted August 14, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Endorsed draft Livestreaming of Meetings Policy with encryption and audit provisions (Carried)
• Endorsed updated Procurement Policy (Carried)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will adopt the agenda and the minutes from its September 5, 2025 meeting. It will also review three informational PDFs: a Healthy Communities newsletter, an air‑quality guidance notice, and a PSA on maternity‑care options in Kamloops. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes of the September 5, 2025 board meeting
• Review Healthy Communities Newsletter – September 2025
• Review Air Quality Guidance – September 3, 2025
• Review PSA on maternity‑care options available in Kamloops

The board adopted the meeting agenda as presented, approved the September 5, 2025 minutes, and then adjourned the session. All three motions were carried without recorded vote counts.

• Agenda adopted (Carried)
• September 5, 2025 minutes adopted (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 9:39 a.m. (Carried)

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will adopt meeting minutes, consider a $2,500 annual contribution to Lakeview Cemetery, and read three bylaws including a Saint Jude Parish tax exemption and a Bouchie Lake fire protection expansion.

• Lakeview Cemetery contribution agreement renewed for $2,500 annually
• Saint Jude Parish Property Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 5522 up for adoption
• Bouchie Lake Fire Protection Boundary Expansion Bylaw No. 5521
• Extension of Official Community Plan and Rezoning application deadline to Oct 7, 2026
• Grant application for Barkerville Heritage Trust supported for $8,825

The board approved a range of actions, including authorizing a subdivision application to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission, extending a rezoning deadline, and concurring with an antenna tower project. It also renewed the Lakeview Cemetery contribution agreement for a three‑year term with an annual $2,500 payment and adopted the Saint Jude Parish Property Tax Exemption Bylaw. Additional approvals covered grants, a cost‑estimate request, and director‑initiative fund allocations.

• Authorized submission of ALR application for District Lot 10144 (Carried)
• Extended rezoning application deadline to Oct 7 2026 (Carried)
• Concurred with antenna tower at 1518 Maple Drive (Carried)
• Directed filing of Notice on Title for Lot 4, District Lot 4038 (Carried)
• Approved $100 and $900 grant for “Our Future in Agriculture” event (Carried)
• Supported $8,825 grant application to Northern Development Initiative Trust (Carried)
• Renewed Lakeview Cemetery contribution agreement with $2,500 annual payment (Carried)
• Adopted Saint Jude Parish Property Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 5522, 2025 (Carried)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review a recommended Long Term Sustainability Plan for the CRD Utilities Department, provided as an attachment. The committee may take action on the plan at its discretion. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, adoption of the agenda, and adjournment.

• Recommendation of Long Term Sustainability Plan for the CRD Utilities Department (attachment: AIS - Long Term Sustainability Plan - Utilities.pdf)

Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt the meeting agenda and minutes from September 3, 2025, and discuss the renewal of the Central Cariboo Fringe Fire Protection Agreement with the City of Williams Lake.

• Adoption of agenda and September 3, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of Central Cariboo Fringe Fire Protection Agreement renewal
• Review of CCCTA Tourism Marketing Initiative impact during wildfire season

The Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus adopted its agenda with an added discussion item on its Terms of Reference. The minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting were approved. The caucus requested the City of Williams Lake to provide call‑out statistics for the fire‑protection agreement and amended the Terms of Reference to define quorum as a simple majority of members. The meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

• Adopted agenda with added Terms of Reference discussion item (carried)
• Adopted September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (carried)
• Requested City of Williams Lake to provide annual call‑out statistics for fire‑protection agreement (carried)
• Amended Terms of Reference to define quorum as simple majority, removing electoral‑area reference (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:45 p.m. (carried)

North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. A delegation from the North Cariboo Seniors' Council will present its year‑end report. Several standing committees—including the City of Quesnel Accessibility Committee, Quesnel Housing Solutions Table, and Quesnel Airport Advisory Committee—will give reports. The meeting will close for an in‑camera session to consider items permitted under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter.

• Adoption of agenda as presented
• Adoption of minutes from the May 20, 2025 Caucus meeting
• Delegation from North Cariboo Seniors' Council with year‑end report
• Reports from committees: Accessibility, Housing Solutions, Air Quality, Airport Advisory
• In‑camera session for confidential discussion under the Community Charter

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus adopted its agenda and the May 20, 2025 minutes. The group approved moving the meeting in‑camera and then adjourned the session. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted May 20, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Approved in‑camera session (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The committee is meeting to review subregional taxation comparisons across South, Central, and North Cariboo recreation areas. Members will also discuss projects for the South Cariboo Recreation Centre.

• Subregional Taxation Comparisons for South, Central, and North Cariboo Recreation
• South Cariboo Recreation Centre Outdoor Rink
• South Cariboo Recreation Centre Media Booth Project
• 2024-2027 Capital Plan for South Cariboo Recreation

The South Cariboo Joint Committee adopted its agenda, adding a delegation from Dawson Road Maintenance. It approved the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. A delegation from Dawson Road Maintenance provided an update. The committee then adjourned at 1:22 p.m. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adopted agenda with Dawson Road Maintenance delegation addition (carried)
• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:22 p.m. (carried)

South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus is meeting to discuss the renewal of a contribution agreement for the Lakeview Cemetery Society. The body will also receive reports from the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce and the South Cariboo Community Enhancement Foundation.

• Proposed three-year renewal of Lakeview Cemetery contribution agreement starting January 2026 with an annual payment of $2,500

The caucus adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. It renewed the contribution agreement with Lakeview Cemetery Society for a three‑year term starting January 2026, with an annual payment of $2,500 from the Regional District. The appropriate signatories were authorized to execute the renewal.

• Adopt agenda (Carried)
• Adopt May 5, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Renew Lakeview Cemetery contribution agreement, $2,500 annual payment for three years starting Jan 2026 (Carried)
• Authorize signatories to execute the renewal agreement (Carried)
• Adjourn meeting at 11:23 a.m. (Carried)

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will consider several land‑use bylaw readings and adoptions, approve a five‑year facility‑management contract for the Kersley Recreation Complex, and vote on borrowing up to $2.1 million over 25 years to replace the 150 Mile House firehall. Additional items include approval of a development variance permit, a $55,000 annual recreation‑complex fee with a 1% yearly increase, and ratification of August 2025 expenditures totaling $2,722,884.48.

• Adopt Bylaw 5305 (Official Community Plan Amendment) and Bylaw 5306 (Zoning Amendment) for South Cariboo Area (Area L)
• Adopt Bylaw 5433 (Official Community Plan Amendment) and Bylaw 5434 (Zoning Amendment) for South Cariboo Area (Area H)
• Approve Facility Management and Operations contract for Kersley Recreation Complex with Corte Diplock: $55,000 annual fee, five‑year term, 1% annual increase
• Vote to borrow up to $2.1 million over 25 years for 150 Mile House firehall replacement, estimating an annual parcel tax of $217
• Ratify August 2025 expenditures totaling $2,722,884.48 (cheque $12,231.17, electronic $2,601,259.05, Mastercard $109,394.26)

The board adopted a series of zoning amendment bylaws for Areas B, L, and H, including Bylaws 5510, 5305, 5306, 5433, 5434, and 5494. It also approved three Development Variance Permit applications (DVP20250024, DVP20250030, DVP20250031). Additional actions included a $1,000 grant to the Central Cariboo Community Food Hub, a five‑year management contract for the Kersley Recreation Complex at $55,000 per year, and the deferral of a fire‑protection area property removal decision.

• Adopted Bylaw 5510 (first & second reading) – carried
• Adopted Bylaws 5305 and 5306 – carried
• Adopted Bylaws 5433 and 5434 – carried
• Adopted Bylaw 5494 – carried
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP20250024 – carried
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP20250030 – carried
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP20250031 – carried
• Approved Kersley Recreation Complex management contract ($55,000 annual fee) – carried

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the August 15, 2025 meeting. It will present several informational items, including heat‑warning advisories and health newsletters. The board will also vote on a request from the West Chilcotin Health Care Society to provide funding for replacement AED devices, authorizing up to 40 % of the total cost, not to exceed $8,800. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Adopt agenda (unweighted corporate vote)
• Adopt minutes of the August 15, 2025 board meeting (unweighted corporate vote)
• Present heat‑warning public service announcements (August 25 and September 2, 2025)
• Distribute Healthy Communities and community news newsletters (August 2025)
• Vote to fund AED replacements up to $8,800 (40 % of total cost) for West Chilcotin locations

The board adopted the agenda as presented. It adopted the minutes from the August 15, 2025 meeting. The board approved a Foundation Partnership grant covering up to 40% ($8,800) of the cost to replace AED devices in Tatla Lake and surrounding areas. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted August 15, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Approved up to 40% ($8,800) Foundation Partnership grant for AED replacements (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss board conference expenses, travel costs, and a strategic plan update. Members will also provide feedback on board orientation sessions in preparation for the 2026 election.

• 2025 Cariboo Regional District Board Conference Expenses to date
• Conference Travel Costs memorandum
• Board on the Road report
• Strategic Plan Update
• Board Orientation Suggestions for the 2026 election

The board adopted the meeting agenda with an added discussion item. It approved the minutes from the June 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting. Staff were directed to prepare a five‑year comparison of board member conference costs and to report on the feasibility of replacing Board on the Road events with town‑hall style meetings. The meeting was adjourned at 12:27 p.m.

• Adopted agenda with late addition (carried)
• Adopted minutes of June 19, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Directed staff to prepare 5‑year board member conference cost comparison (carried)
• Directed staff to report feasibility of discontinuing Board on the Road events (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:27 p.m. (carried)

Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt the agenda and adopt the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting. It will review the Williams Lake Police Victim Services Annual Report for 2024. The meeting will be closed to the public for an in‑camera session pursuant to Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter, then adjourn.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from May 22, 2025 meeting
• Review Williams Lake Police Victim Services Annual Report – 2024
• In‑camera session per Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter
• Adjournment

The directors adopted the agenda as presented and approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes, both by consensus. The caucus then moved to an in‑camera session under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter, and later adjourned the meeting by consensus.

• Adopted agenda (by consensus)
• Adopted May 22, 2025 minutes (by consensus)
• Closed meeting to public for in‑camera session (by consensus)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:35 p.m. (by consensus)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District is meeting to vote on two capital expenditure bylaws for facility upgrades. The board will also review information regarding regional health services and heat warning guidance.

• Bylaw No. 237: Breaker Upgrade at GR Baker Memorial Hospital
• Bylaw No. 238: Replacement of Nurse Call System at Dunrovin Park Lodge
• Interior Health request for SD27 Daycare payment
• Update on Kelowna General Hospital Pediatric Services
• Public Service Announcement on Maternity Care at Royal Inland Hospital

The board adopted the agenda and the July 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved Capital Expenditure Bylaw No. 237 for the breaker upgrade at GR Baker Memorial Hospital and Bylaw No. 238 for replacing the nurse‑call system at Dunrovin Park Lodge. The board directed Interior Health to confirm daycare space availability before releasing $100,000. The meeting was adjourned at 9:44 a.m.

• Adopted agenda as presented – carried
• Adopted July 11, 2025 minutes – carried
• Read and adopted Capital Expenditure Bylaw No. 237 (breaker upgrade at GR Baker Memorial Hospital) – carried
• Read and adopted Capital Expenditure Bylaw No. 238 (replacement of nurse call system at Dunrovin Park Lodge) – carried
• Directed Interior Health to confirm daycare space availability before releasing $100,000 – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 9:44 a.m. – carried

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board is meeting to decide on zoning amendments, development variances, and several community grants. The session includes requests for infrastructure funding and the filing of notices on titles for multiple properties.

• Grant application for $1.35 million for phase three of the Esler Sports Complex Access Road project
• Approval of up to $1,087,500 from the Community Works Fund for a new 108 Mile Water System booster station
• Proposed rezoning of 7551 Edall Bay Rd from Rural 3 to Residential 1
• Up to $53,000 for Horsefly Community Hall roofing and insulation project
• Request for concurrence to construct a TELUS telecommunications tower at 6303 Pioneer Road, Watch Lake

The board adopted its agenda and the July 11 minutes, and adopted Area L Bylaw 5505. It approved a Development Variance Permit for Area H and concurred with TELUS on a new telecommunications tower at 6303 Pioneer Road. It approved a $1,087,500 Community Works Fund contribution for a new booster station on the 108 Mile Water System and authorized a $1.35 M grant application for phase three of the Esler Sports Complex Access Road. Several $1,000‑$1,000‑plus community grants were also approved.

• Adopted meeting agenda (Carried)
• Adopted July 11, 2025 board minutes (Carried)
• Adopted Area L Bylaw 5505 zoning amendment (Carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit for Area H, increasing ancillary floor area (Carried)
• Concurred with TELUS on construction of tower BC109200 at 6303 Pioneer Road (Carried)
• Approved up to $1,087,500 Community Works Fund for 108 Mile Water System booster station (Carried)
• Authorized application for $1.35 M UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund for Esler Sports Complex Access Road phase III (Carried)
• Approved multiple community assistance grants ranging from $550 to $1,000 (Carried)

Indigenous Relations Committee

The Indigenous Relations Committee will meet to discuss the 2026 budget and the placement of Indigenous flags in the Williams Lake boardroom. The committee is also seeking endorsement for a draft Indigenous Relations Framework.

• Endorsement of the draft Indigenous Relations Framework
• Discussion of the Indigenous Relations Committee Budget 2026
• Discussion regarding Indigenous flags in the CRD Boardroom in Williams Lake
• Review of July 2025 BC Cabinet Appointments

The Indigenous Relations Committee adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. It endorsed the draft Indigenous Relations Framework. The committee postponed discussion of the 2026 budget and the placement of Indigenous flags in the Williams Lake boardroom to future meetings. The meeting was adjourned at 1:50 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted minutes from April 10, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Endorsed draft Indigenous Relations Framework (carried)
• Postponed 2026 Indigenous Relations Committee budget discussion to next meeting (carried)
• Postponed discussion of Indigenous flags in the CRD Boardroom to a future meeting (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:50 p.m. (carried)

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee is meeting to discuss a draft Permissive Exemption Policy and a specific tax exemption request. The body will also review board travel remuneration and boardroom videoconferencing procedures.

• Draft Permissive Exemption Policy
• Permissive Tax Exemption request for St. Jude’s Parish at 5691 Horse Lake Road
• Board Travel Remuneration policies
• Board Room Videoconferencing livestream and retention period

The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the May 21 meeting. It approved the Draft Permissive Tax Exemption Policy and sent it to the CRD Board. It recommended a permissive tax exemption for St. Jude’s Parish, limited to the Reverend’s residence. It directed staff to gather travel reimbursement rates and to draft a livestreaming policy for board meetings.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Adopted May 21 minutes (Carried)
• Approved Draft Permissive Tax Exemption Policy, to be sent to Board (Carried)
• Recommended permissive tax exemption for St. Jude’s Parish residence only (Carried)
• Directed staff to collect maximum travel reimbursement rates for provincial travel and FCM conferences (Carried)
• Directed staff to draft a policy to livestream board meetings for six months, then evaluate (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:38 a.m. (Carried)

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The South Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation by Barb Patterson on concerns about community decline and leadership in 100 Mile House. The committee will receive updates on the South Cariboo Recreation Centre media booth and on the Outdoor Rink Society. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of minutes from June 9, 2025 meeting
• Barb Patterson – concerns regarding community decline and leadership
• South Cariboo Recreation Centre – media booth update
• Outdoor Rink Society update

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will adopt Bylaw No. 236 for a School District 27 daycare contribution. It will also approve funding of $248,400 for a 25 kV breaker replacement at GR Baker Memorial Hospital and $297,200 for a nurse call system replacement at Dunrovin Park Lodge, each representing the district's 40 % share. A request for a letter of support to the Thompson Regional Health District for a PET‑CT scanner will be considered. Additional health information items will be presented.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 236 (Capital Expenditure – IH – School District 27 Daycare Contribution)
• Approval of $248,400 (40 % share) for 25 kV breaker replacement at GR Baker Memorial Hospital
• Approval of $297,200 (40 % share) for nurse call system replacement at Dunrovin Park Lodge
• Consideration of a letter of support request for TRHD PET‑CT scanner
• Information items on measles cases, health statistics, and pediatric unit leadership

The board adopted a new capital‑expenditure bylaw (No. 236, 2025) after three readings. It approved CCRHD’s 40 % share of funding for two Northern Health projects: $248,400 for 25 kV breaker replacement at GR Baker Memorial Hospital and $297,200 for a nurse‑call system at Dunrovin Park Lodge. The board also agreed to provide a letter of support for a PET/CT scanner space in the new Royal Inland Hospital cancer centre. The meeting was adjourned at 9:49 a.m.

• Adopted Bylaw No. 236, 2025 (School District 27 daycare contribution) after three readings (carried)
• Approved $248,400 CCRHD funding for 25 kV breaker replacement at GR Baker Memorial Hospital (carried)
• Approved $297,200 CCRHD funding for nurse‑call system replacement at Dunrovin Park Lodge (carried)
• Provided letter of support for PET/CT scanner space in new Royal Inland Hospital cancer centre (carried)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes from June 20, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:49 a.m. (carried)

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will adopt several planning bylaws, including Bylaw 5509 for the Quesnel Fringe Area and Bylaw 5504 for the Chilcotin Area. It will decide on two development variance permits, rejecting one for a Lillooet District property and approving another that reduces a watercourse setback. The board will also ratify June 2025 expenditures, allocate up to $90,000 for security fencing at the Williams Lake building, and approve nearly $6 million in Community Works Fund projects and a $800,000 green‑infrastructure program.

• Adopt Bylaw 5509 (Quesnel Fringe Area zoning amendment) first‑through‑third reading
• Adopt Bylaw 5504 (Chilcotin Area Rural Land Use amendment) third reading
• Approve Development Variance Permit for 5439 Scuffi Rd, reducing watercourse setback from 45.72 m to 30.48 m
• Allocate up to $90,000 for security fencing and gates around Williams Lake Library and office areas
• Approve Community Works Fund allocations totaling about $5.9 million, plus $800,000 for a green‑infrastructure program

The board adopted two planning bylaws (Bylaw 5509 for Area B and Bylaw 5504 for Area J). It rejected a Development Variance Permit for Lot 22, District Lot 3721 and approved a variance for Lot A, District Lot 358. Several $1,000 community grants and a $200,000 consulting waiver were approved. A weighted vote allocated up to $90,000 for a security fence at the Williams Lake Library and office sites.

• Adopted Area B – Bylaw 5509 (first, second, third reading) – carried
• Adopted Area J – Bylaw 5504 (third reading) – carried
• Rejected Development Variance Permit for 7645 Beazley Road – carried
• Approved Development Variance Permit for 5439 Scuffi Rd with setback reduction – carried
• Approved $200,000 direct award to Will Creative Inc. for Rural Workforce Retention project – carried
• Allocated up to $90,000 for security fencing around Williams Lake Library and office – carried (weighted vote)
• Adopted Asset Management Strategy as presented – carried
• Approved multiple $1,000 community assistance grants for local associations – carried

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will adopt the agenda and May 23 minutes, approve a zoning amendment (Bylaw 5297) changing the Spring Lake Road parcel from Resource/Agricultural 1 to Rural 1 and Rural 3, and consider several permit applications including a development variance, a development permit, an agricultural land commission subdivision, and a temporary‑use renewal. It will also ratify the May 2025 expenditure report totaling $4,141,823.60, approve community grants ($1,000 to Bighorn Archery Club and support for a $30,000 dock project), and endorse funding for a new dog‑control service and a director remuneration rate change.

• Adopt Planning Bylaw 5297 zoning amendment for Spring Lake Road (Resource/Agricultural 1 → Rural 1 & Rural 3)
• Approve Development Variance Permit DVP20250017 to increase max gross floor area to 540 sq m for a 10,491 sq ft dwelling on Lakeshore Rd
• Approve Development Permit DP20250005 for 1101 Jade St with condition on non‑fruit‑bearing trees
• Grant $1,000 (split equally among Electoral Areas G, H, L) to Bighorn Archery Club for new targets
• Authorize up to $5,000 from the Rural Feasibility Fund for establishing a dog‑control service in Electoral Area D

The board adopted a revision to South Cariboo Regional Airport Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5397, increasing the annual private hangar licence rate to $1,000 plus $4.00 per square metre. It also endorsed a recommendation to establish a dog‑control service in Electoral Area D with up to $5,000 from the rural feasibility fund. All motions were carried.

• Approved revision to Airport Fees Bylaw No. 5397 – private hangar licence $1,000 + $4/sqm (weighted vote)
• Endorsed creation of Dog Control Service with $5,000 funding (weighted vote)
• Adopted Area G Bylaw 5297 zoning amendment (unweighted vote)
• Approved Development Variance Permit for Lot 13, District Lot 6195 (unweighted vote)
• Approved Development Permit for 1101 Jade St with tree‑height condition (unweighted vote)
• Authorized submission of Agricultural Land Commission subdivision application for District Lot 9481 (unweighted vote)
• Approved $1,000 grant to Bighorn Archery Club (unweighted vote)
• Approved $30,000 grant to Lac La Hache Community Club dock project (unweighted vote)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will meet to discuss a funding request from Interior Health for a School District 27 daycare. The board will also review design concepts for a project in 100 Mile House.

• Interior Health request for School District 27 Daycare contribution
• Site plan and design concept for Cedar Avenue Office Suites in 100 Mile House
• Northern Health Community News - May 2025
• IH Healthy Communities Newsletter - June 2025
• Public Service Announcement regarding measles exposure in Sparwood

The board adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 23, 2025 meeting. It approved the site plan and design concept for the project at 270 Third Street in 100 Mile house. The board agreed to contribute up to $100,000, not to exceed 40% of costs, to Interior Health for School District 27’s daycare conversion, with staff to prepare a capital expenditure bylaw. The meeting was adjourned at 10:06 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted May 23, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Approved site plan and design concept for 270 Third Street project (carried)
• Approved up to $100,000 contribution to Interior Health for School District 27 daycare (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:06 a.m. (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will adopt a new Community Works Funding Prioritization Policy, rescinding Policy 2020‑1B‑29. It will allocate $200,000 per year from 2026‑2029 for Community Halls Green Infrastructure Upgrades, and approve specific capital projects totaling about $5.2 million, including firehall replacements, sewer upgrades, water SCADA upgrades, and asset‑management planning. The meeting will also adopt the Asset Management Strategy and consider other reports and updates.

• Adopt new Community Works Funding Prioritization Policy (rescind Policy 2020‑1B‑29)
• Approve $200,000 per year (2026‑2029) for Community Halls Green Infrastructure Upgrades ($800,000 total)
• Allocate $1,500,000 for 150 Mile Firehall Replacement (2025)
• Allocate $1,500,000 for Forest Grove Firehall 1 Replacement (2025)
• Allocate $625,000 for Asset Management Planning Project base funding ($125,000 per year 2025‑2029)

The Committee adopted the Community Works Funding Prioritization Policy, rescinding Policy 2020-1B-29. It set aside one‑third of the Community Works Funds for the Community Impact Projects Stream and approved $200,000 per year (2026‑2029) for Community Halls Green Infrastructure Upgrades, totaling $800,000. It also approved specific allocations from the Infrastructure Reinvestment Stream, including $1.5 million each for the 150 Mile and Forest Grove firehall replacements and other water and sewer projects. The Asset Management Strategy was adopted as presented. All motions carried.

• Adopted Community Works Funding Prioritization Policy, rescinded Policy 2020-1B-29 (Carried)
• Restricted 33% of Community Works Funds balance for Community Impact Projects Stream (Carried)
• Approved $200,000 per year (2026‑2029) for Community Halls Green Infrastructure Upgrades, total $800,000 (Carried)
• Approved $250,000 for Pine Valley Sewer Treatment System Upgrade feasibility study (Carried)
• Approved $155,000 for Lac La Hache Lift Station & Force Main detailed design (Carried)
• Approved $1,500,000 for 150 Mile Firehall replacement (Carried)
• Approved $1,500,000 for Forest Grove Firehall 1 replacement (Carried)
• Adopted Asset Management Strategy (Carried)

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The South Cariboo Joint Committee will amend the 2025 Recreation Capital and Equipment Plan, deferring lobby flooring until 2028 and redirecting $70,000—$35,000 for office flooring at the recreation centre and $35,000 toward air‑conditioning and heat upgrades at Martin Exeter Hall. It will also adopt a three‑year recreation fee schedule that raises fees 2% in 2025/26 and 3% each year thereafter (2026/27 and 2027/28). Additional agenda items include discussion of a media booth and an outdoor rink for the South Cariboo Recreation Centre.

• Amend South Cariboo Recreation Fees and Charges Bylaw – 2% fee increase in 2025/26, 3% each year for 2026/27 and 2027/28
• Reallocate $70,000 in the 2025 Recreation Capital and Equipment Plan: $35,000 for office flooring at the recreation centre and $35,000 toward AC and heat upgrades at Martin Exeter Hall; defer lobby flooring to 2028
• Discuss Media Booth (Class D) design for the recreation centre
• Discuss Outdoor Rink (Class C estimate) for the recreation centre
• Adopt agenda and adopt minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting

The South Cariboo Joint Committee adopted its agenda and the May 5, 2025 minutes. It approved a three‑year recreation fee schedule with a 2% increase in 2025/26 and 3% each subsequent year, and amended the recreation capital plan to defer lobby flooring and reallocate $70,000. The committee also set aside up to $30,000 for the 100 Mile Outdoor Rink Society and scheduled a follow‑up meeting for July 14, 2025.

• Adopted agenda with added social media survey item (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from May 5, 2025 meeting (Carried)
• Amended Recreation Fees and Charges Bylaw to increase fees 2% in 2025/26 and 3% annually thereafter (Carried)
• Amended Recreation Capital and Equipment Plan to defer lobby flooring to 2028 and reallocate $70,000 (Carried)
• Allocated up to $30,000 from outdoor rink project funding to 100 Mile Outdoor Rink Society (Carried)
• Scheduled a South Cariboo Joint Committee meeting for July 14, 2025 to receive progress reports (Carried)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will vote to adopt the agenda and the minutes from the May 2, 2025 meeting.

• Adoption of May 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of IH - Healthy Communities Newsletter - May 2025

The board adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It approved the minutes from the May 2, 2025 meeting. The board then adjourned the session at 9:33 a.m.

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will consider a zoning amendment for Area G and various development permits. The body will also review a report on incidents at the Williams Lake Library Branch and a presentation from the RCMP. Members are asked to ratify monthly expenditures totaling $2,081,239.79.

• Zoning amendment for 4842 Hamilton Rd from Community Commercial (C 5) to Special Exception C 5-2
• Development Variance Permit for 6322 Green Lake North Rd to reduce lake setback to 6.1 m
• Renewal of Temporary Use Permit for 5132 Perkins Road for non-commercial recreational vehicle use
• Ratification of April 2025 expenditures totaling $2,081,239.79
• Statutory Right of Way request from TELUS and BC Hydro at Esler Sports Complex along Wilkie Road

The board adopted its agenda and the May 2 minutes. It approved a zoning amendment (Bylaw 5496) for Area G, a development variance permit reducing a lake setback, and a three‑year renewal of a temporary use permit. The board also added the Big Lake Ranch Heritage Site to the district heritage registry and ratified the April 2025 expenditure report.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from May 2, 2025 (Carried)
• Adopted Area G Bylaw 5496 zoning amendment (Carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit reducing lake setback (Carried)
• Approved three‑year renewal of Temporary Use Permit TP20220005 (Carried)
• Added Big Lake Ranch Heritage Site to heritage registry (Carried)
• Approved statutory right‑of‑way request for TELUS and BC Hydro at Esler Sports Complex (Carried)
• Ratified April 2025 expenditures report of $2,081,239.79 (Carried)

Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt its agenda as presented. It will adopt the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. Delegations include a presentation by Sandi Griffiths of the Ministry of Transportation and Transit on regional road updates, and a presentation by Larry Stranberg of the Cariboo Chilcotin Elder College on its activities. The meeting will adjourn at the scheduled time.

• Adoption of agenda as presented
• Adoption of minutes – Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus, March 19 2025
• Delegation – Ministry of Transportation and Transit (road update) by Sandi Griffiths
• Delegation – Cariboo Chilcotin Elder College (activities) by Larry Stranberg
• Adjournment

The caucus adopted the agenda with an added discussion of speed reader signs and an in‑camera section. The minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting were approved. The meeting was moved to an in‑camera session and then formally adjourned.

• Adopted agenda with speed reader signs discussion and in‑camera item (Carried)
• Adopted March 19, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Moved meeting to in‑camera session under Section 90(1)(k) (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 p.m. (Carried)

Emergency Preparedness Committee

The Cariboo Regional District Emergency Preparedness Committee will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes from February 2025. The body will also review updates on emergency program services and emergency operations centre reporting for March through May 2025.

• Adoption of February 27, 2025, committee minutes
• Review of Emergency Program Services updates (Feb–May 2025)
• Review of Emergency Operations Centre reporting (Mar–May 2025)
• Presentation on CRD Wildfire Community Risk Reduction Program
• Discussion on EDMA Regulation Feedback

The committee adopted the agenda as presented (motion by Director Pare, seconded by Director de Vries). It also adopted the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting (motion by Director LeBourdais, seconded by Director de Vries). The meeting was adjourned at 2:28 p.m. (motion by Director Pare, seconded by Director de Vries). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted February 27, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:28 p.m. (carried)

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, then consider several policy amendments. Key items include updates to director remuneration rates, a reporting amendment (Policy D 5.1), an increase in election officials' remuneration, rescinding an untidy premises policy, and a review of the Community Works Fund Prioritization Policy. The committee will also discuss board room videoconferencing and board travel remuneration.

• Amend Election Officials Remuneration Policy: Chief Election Officer $1,500 (up from $1,000); Deputy Chief $1,000 (up from $600); Assent Vote Chief $900 (up from $600); Deputy $750 (up from $500)
• Amend Director Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw 5451 (meeting remuneration rates)
• Amend Policy D 5.1 to require written board reports on conventions, seminars, or meetings
• Rescind Policy 2019-7-27 "Untidy & Unsightly Premises Procedures" and replace with BYL SOP 1.1
• Review Community Works Fund Prioritization Policy and Rating Matrix (action at committee discretion)

The Policy Committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It approved adding a half‑day rate for sanctioned business meetings to the Directors’ Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw. The board rescinded Policy 2019‑7‑27, replacing it with Bylaw SOP 1.1, and amended the Election Officials Remuneration Policy to increase compensation for chief and deputy election officers.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Added half‑day rate for sanctioned business meetings to remuneration bylaw (carried)
• Rescinded Policy 2019‑7‑27 and replaced it with BYL SOP 1.1 (carried)
• Ordered Untidy and Unsightly Premises Regulatory By‑law to be reviewed and presented at Committee of the Whole (carried)
• Amended Election Officials Remuneration Policy to increase pay for Chief and Deputy Chief Election Officers (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:09 p.m. (carried)

North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting. Delegates from the Ministry of Transportation and Transit, Sprout Kitchen Food Hub, and Emcon Services will provide updates on regional roads and food hub activities. The meeting will also include reports from several local advisory committees and a closed in‑camera session under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter.

• Adoption of agenda as presented
• Adoption of March 11, 2025 caucus minutes
• Delegation – Ministry of Transportation and Transit (road update)
• Delegation – Sprout Kitchen Food Hub (activity update)
• In‑camera session to discuss items under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus adopted the meeting agenda and the March 11, 2025 minutes. They approved moving the meeting in‑camera under the Community Charter. The meeting was then formally adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Adopted March 11, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Approved in‑camera session per Section 90(1)(k) (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:40 p.m. (Carried)

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The South Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. A delegation from the Ministry of Forests will attend to discuss forest lands planning. The committee will also discuss two projects for the South Cariboo Recreation Centre: an outdoor rink and a media booth.

• Adoption of agenda as presented
• Adoption of minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting
• Delegation from the Ministry of Forests (Josh Pressey and Sarah Szatmari) to discuss forest lands planning
• Discussion of South Cariboo Recreation Centre – Outdoor Rink project
• Discussion of South Cariboo Recreation Centre – Media Booth project

The South Cariboo Joint Committee adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It also adopted the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. The committee adjourned at 1:45 p.m. after a delegation from the Ministry of Forests attended to discuss forest lands planning.

• Adopt agenda – carried
• Adopt April 14 minutes – carried
• Adjourn meeting – carried

South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will meet to review the minutes from April 14, 2025. The meeting includes a delegation from the District of 100 Mile House to discuss zoning and community planning.

• Discussion regarding the District of 100 Mile's Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw review

The caucus adopted the agenda as presented and approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned. No other decisions or approvals were recorded.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board will read and adopt two capital‑expenditure bylaws for equipment replacement at the GR Baker Memorial facility. One bylaw (No. 234) covers replacement of two anesthetic machines, and the other (No. 235) covers replacement of an ultrasound unit. The meeting will also include adoption of the agenda and minutes, a presentation of the audited 2024 financial statements, and a discussion on the Cariboo Memorial Hospital helipad with Interior Health officials.

• Adopt Bylaw No. 234 for replacement of two anesthetic machines at GR Baker Memorial
• Adopt Bylaw No. 235 for replacement of an ultrasound unit at GR Baker Memorial
• Presentation of audited 2024 financial statements by PMT Chartered Professional Accountants
• Discussion of the helipad decision at Cariboo Memorial Hospital with Interior Health executives
• Information items: Q1 2025 Healthcare Landing Program report and related news releases

The board adopted the agenda and the April 11 meeting minutes. It read and then adopted two capital‑expenditure bylaws (Bylaw No. 234 for two anesthetic machines and Bylaw No. 235 for an ultrasound unit). The board also approved a thank‑you letter to Susan Brown and a request for Interior Health to investigate a heli‑pad for Cariboo Memorial Hospital.

• Adopted meeting agenda (Carried)
• Adopted April 11, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 234 – purchase of two anesthetic machines (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 235 – purchase of a new ultrasound unit (Carried)
• Approved thank‑you letter to Susan Brown (Carried)
• Approved letter to Interior Health requesting heli‑pad investigation (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:16 p.m. (Carried)

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will consider several planning bylaws, including the first‑through‑third reading adoption of Area L – Bylaw 5505 for the South Cariboo Area. It will also vote on the adoption of other zoning amendments (Bylaws 5423, 5424, and 5479) and a Development Variance Permit to reduce a front‑yard setback on Julsrud Road. Additional items include the adoption of a fire‑protection service area amendment and support for two Northern Development Initiative Trust grant applications.

• Adoption of Area L – Bylaw 5505 (South Cariboo Area Zoning Amendment) – first, second, and third reading
• Adoption of Area L – Bylaws 5423 and 5424 (Interlakes OCP Amendment and South Cariboo Zoning Amendment)
• Adoption of Area A – Bylaw 5479 (Quesnel Fringe Area Zoning Amendment)
• Development Variance Permit DVP20250004 to reduce front‑yard setback on 7624 Julsrud Rd
• Adoption of Lone Butte Fire Protection Service Area Amendment Bylaw No. 5507, 2025

The Cariboo Regional District Board approved a $1,000,000 allocation from the Community Works Fund for the Esler Sports Complex Access Road. It also adopted several zoning bylaws and issued a development variance permit. Grant applications for the Horsefly River boardwalk and Lightning Creek Ski Club were supported, and surplus funds were used to cover a $127,383 shortfall for the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex. Finally, the Board appointed new fire chiefs for multiple volunteer fire departments until March 31 2028.

• Adopted Bylaw 5504 (Area J) changing zone from Rural 1 to Rural 2, subject to covenant (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 5505 (Area L) changing zone from Rural 3 to Residential 1, subject to covenant (Carried)
• Issued Development Variance Permit DVP20250004 reducing front‑yard setback to 4.5 m (Carried)
• Allocated $1,000,000 from Community Works Fund to Esler Sports Complex Access Road (Carried)
• Supported $30,000 grant application for Horsefly River Roundtable boardwalk replacement (Carried)
• Supported $63,980 grant application for Lightning Creek Ski Club event‑centre timing phase 2 expansion (Carried)
• Approved use of surplus funds to cover $127,383 shortfall for Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex (Carried)
• Appointed new fire chiefs for 13 volunteer fire departments until 31 Mar 2028 (Carried)

Central Cariboo Joint Committee

The Central Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting. A delegation from the Williams Lake Field Naturalists will provide an update on the CCRLS fee for service. Budget reports for the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Centre for 2024 and the first quarter of 2025 will be presented. The committee will discuss Interior Health harm‑reduction activities, a survey on reforming the Local Government Act, and a Citizens On Patrol update.

• Adoption of agenda and March 26, 2025 minutes
• Delegation update on CCRLS fee for service (Williams Lake Field Naturalists)
• 2024 budget summary and 2025 Q1 budget forecast for Cariboo Memorial Recreation Centre
• Discussion of Interior Health harm‑reduction activities
• Discussion of NCLGA membership survey on reforming the Local Government Act

The committee approved using budgeted surplus funds to absorb a 2024 operating shortfall of $127,383 for the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex. The agenda was adopted with item 5.1 deferred to the next meeting. Item 4 was removed from the Action Page, and the meeting was closed in‑camera before adjourning.

• Adopted agenda; item 5.1 deferred (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 26, 2025 (Carried)
• Approved use of surplus funds to cover $127,383 shortfall (Carried)
• Removed item 4 from Action Page (Carried)
• Closed meeting to public for in‑camera session (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (Carried)

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The South Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. It will receive the 2025 first‑quarter and 2024 annual reports from South Cariboo Recreation, and the 2025 annual report from the 100 Mile Curling Club. The committee will discuss two Recreation Centre projects: an outdoor rink and a media booth. The meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the District of 100 Mile House Council Chambers.

• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2025 South Cariboo Recreation Centre first‑quarter report
• Discussion of South Cariboo Recreation Centre – Outdoor Rink project
• Discussion of South Cariboo Recreation Centre – Media Booth project

The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. The schematic design for the South Cariboo Recreation Centre outdoor rink was approved with cost‑saving amendments, and the project will proceed to detailed design drawings for a phased construction approach.

• Agenda adopted (Carried)
• Minutes from March 10, 2025 adopted (Carried)
• Outdoor rink schematic design approved with cost‑saving amendments (Carried)
• Project directed to detailed design drawings for phased construction (Carried)

South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. A delegation from the RCMP, represented by Sgt. Trevor Medernach, will attend for a meet‑and‑greet and to discuss any concerns. The caucus will also receive reports from the South Cariboo Community Enhancement Foundation and the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce before adjourning.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes of the February 10, 2025 caucus meeting
• RCMP delegation – Sgt. Trevor Medernach attendance
• Report from South Cariboo Community Enhancement Foundation
• Report from South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce

The caucus adopted the agenda as presented. The minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting were approved. The meeting was formally adjourned at 11:55 a.m.

• Adopt agenda (SCR.2025-04-01) – carried
• Approve minutes of Feb 10, 2025 meeting (SCR.2025-04-02) – carried
• Adjourn meeting at 11:55 a.m. (SCR.2025-04-03) – carried

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will meet to decide on funding for water and power infrastructure and review zoning amendments. The session includes delegations from the Cariboo Fire Centre and Fraser Basin Council.

• Proposed $200,000 from Community Works Fund for a bulk water filling station in Forest Grove
• Third reading of Bylaw 5496 to rezone 4842 Hamilton Rd from Community Commercial to Special Exception C 5-2
• Proposed $10,000 for BC Hydro service at Cottonwood Community Hall
• Removal of 150 Mile House Courthouse from the CRD Heritage Registry
• Authorization of up to $5,000 for a dog control service feasibility study in Electoral Area D

The board approved the use of up to $200,000 from the Community Works Fund to install a bulk water filling station in Forest Grove, including a card‑lock system. It also removed the 150 Mile House Courthouse from the CRD Heritage Registry and authorized $10,000 for a hydro project at Cottonwood Community Hall. Additional actions included extending a rezoning deadline, deferring a dog‑control service request, and reading a fire‑protection service area amendment bylaw three times.

• Approved up to $200,000 for a bulk water station in Forest Grove (Carried)
• Removed the 150 Mile House Courthouse from the CRD Heritage Registry (Carried)
• Approved up to $10,000 for the Cottonwood Community Hall hydro project (Carried)
• Extended the application deadline for rezoning request 3360‑20/20200044 to April 21 2026 (Carried)
• Deferred the dog‑control service establishment and $5,000 funding to the June 20 2025 board (Carried)
• Read the Lone Butte Fire Protection Service Area Amendment Bylaw No. 5507 three times (Carried)
• Supported a $30,000 grant application to the Northern Development Initiative Trust for Cottonwood Hall power upgrade (Carried)
• Allocated $500 from the Electoral Area E Grant for Assistance to the Williams Lake Dirt Riders (Carried)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District is meeting to discuss funding requests from Northern Health for equipment at GR Baker Hospital. The board will review healthcare recruiting reports and community updates.

• Funding request of $109,600 for two anesthetic machines in the GR Baker Operating Room
• Funding request of $100,400 for an ultrasound machine replacement at GR Baker Hospital
• Q1 2025 Healthcare Recruiting Reporting
• Northern Health Community Update - March 2025

The board adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 21, 2025 meeting. It approved funding of $109,600 for two anesthetic machines in the GR Baker operating room and $100,400 for a replacement ultrasound machine, each reflecting the district’s 40% cost share. The related capital‑expenditure bylaws will be presented at the May 2, 2025 board meeting for three readings and adoption.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 21, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Approved $109,600 funding for two anesthetic machines replacement at GR Baker OR (carried); bylaws to be considered May 2, 2025
• Approved $100,400 funding for ultrasound machine replacement at GR Baker Hospital (carried); bylaws to be considered May 2, 2025

Indigenous Relations Committee

The Indigenous Relations Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from its October 17 2024 meeting. It will review its Terms of Reference and hear a presentation from the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation on the BC/Coastal First Nations Accord. The committee will also discuss the dates for its 2025 meetings and receive a verbal update from the manager of intergovernmental relations.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting
• Review Terms of Reference document
• Ministry delegation presentation on BC/Coastal First Nations Accord
• Discuss 2025 committee meeting dates and intergovernmental relations update

The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting. It approved the 2025 meeting dates of August 14 and October 23 at 1:00 p.m. The committee also approved that the Manager of Intergovernmental Relations attend meetings with the NStQ portfolio representative as a staff representative. The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Endorsed 2025 meeting dates: Aug 14 and Oct 23, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. (carried)
• Approved Manager of Intergovernmental Relations to attend NStQ portfolio meetings as staff rep (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:00 p.m. (carried)

Central Cariboo Joint Committee

The Central Cariboo Joint Committee will convene in Williams Lake to adopt meeting minutes, hear a delegation from the Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Society, and review information items regarding the Arts Centre expansion, recreation centre security, and the Williams Lake Citizens on Patrol program.

• Adoption of February 26, 2025 minutes
• Delegation: Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Society
• Information: Central Cariboo Arts Centre Expansion Feasibility Support
• Information: Security at Cariboo Memorial Recreation Centre
• Discussion: Williams Lake Citizens on Patrol

The Central Cariboo Joint Committee adopted its agenda and the February 26, 2025 minutes. It approved sending a letter to the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport to support the Fairs, Festivals, and Events grant program. The meeting was adjourned at 6:23 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Adopted February 26, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Approved letter supporting arts grant program (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:23 p.m. (Carried)

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The board will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the February 28, 2025 meeting. An information update from Northern Health for February 2025 will be presented. The board will vote on renewing a contracting services agreement with Rogue Consulting Group Inc. DBA/Melissa LaPointe to provide landing and retention services for health‑care professionals through December 31, 2029. A delegation from the Central Interior Division of Rural Family Practice and Interior Health will attend to discuss primary‑care recruitment and retention.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from February 28, 2025 meeting
• Northern Health community update – February 2025
• Renew contract with Rogue Consulting Group Inc. DBA/Melissa LaPointe for landing and retention of health‑care professionals, extended to Dec 31, 2029
• Delegation from CIRD and Interior Health to discuss primary‑care recruitment and retention

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the February 28 meeting. It voted to renew the contracting services agreement with Rogue Consulting Group Inc. DBA/Melissa LaPointe for landing healthcare professionals, extending it to December 31, 2029, and authorized signatories to execute it. The meeting was adjourned at 12:14 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted February 28 minutes (carried)
• Renewed contract with Rogue Consulting Group Inc. DBA/Melissa LaPointe through Dec 31 2029; authorized signatories (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:14 p.m. (carried)

Cariboo Regional District Board

The board will read and adopt several planning bylaws, including the South Cariboo Area L zoning amendment (Bylaw 5497) and the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan (Bylaw 5503). It will also consider agricultural land commission applications for soil removal on District Lot 6995 and a subdivision on Lot 1, Section 8, Township 58. Additional items include endorsement of emergency preparedness grant applications, a skate‑park site recommendation, and adoption of water services and water rates bylaws.

• Adopt Bylaw 5503 – Cariboo Regional District 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan
• Adopt Bylaw 5497 – South Cariboo Area L zoning amendment changing 6269 Garrett Rd from Rural 1 to Rural 2
• Approve Agricultural Land Commission application ALRE20250001 for soil removal on District Lot 6995 (Tolko Industries Ltd.)
• Endorse Emergency Preparedness Committee grant applications: up to $40,000 for ESS equipment/training and up to $30,000 for EOC equipment/training
• Recommend Centennial Park Tsecwile̓cule̓cw as preferred skate‑park site for the 100 Mile Youth Initiative

The board adopted the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw and several service bylaws, including water services management, water rates, and sewer rates. It also approved fire‑protection service boundary amendments for West Fraser, 100 Mile House, and Lac La Hache. Additional actions included allocating $500 to the Roe Lake and District Recreation Commission, approving emergency‑preparedness grant applications of $40,000 and $30,000, rescinding Policy #09‑07A‑51, and adopting an updated Asset Management Policy.

• Adopted 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw
• Adopted Water Services Management Bylaw No. 5506
• Adopted Water Rates Bylaw No. 5501
• Adopted Sewer Rates Bylaw No. 5502
• Adopted West Fraser Fire Protection Service Boundary Amendment Bylaw No. 5498
• Adopted 100 Mile House Fire Protection Service Boundary Expansion Bylaw No. 5499
• Adopted Lac La Hache Fire Protection Service Area Expansion Bylaw No. 5500
• Allocated $500 to Roe Lake and District Recreation Commission

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive updates on short‑term rental regulations, accessory dwelling unit bylaw changes, and SCADA upgrades. Staff will present a policy for prioritizing capital projects, and the board will allocate $500,000 of Community Works Funds to replace the Red Bluff Firehall. Discussion items include director remuneration rates and a request to explore a new Dog Control Service.

• $500,000 Community Works Funds allocated to Red Bluff Firehall replacement
• Short Term Rental (STR) regulations update
• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) proposed bylaw changes
• Presentation on SCADA upgrades for utilities
• Director Forseth's request to explore a new Dog Control Service

Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will hear updates from the RCMP and Williams Lake Citizens on Patrol. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the previous meeting.

• RCMP Inspector Robert Lake and Staff Sergeant Jay Grierson to provide update
• Williams Lake Citizens on Patrol to provide update
• Adoption of minutes from February 26, 2025 meeting

The caucus adopted the agenda as presented and approved the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting. No policy, budget, or planning decisions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 4:03 p.m.

• Agenda adopted (carried)
• Minutes from Feb 26 2025 adopted (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 4:03 p.m.

North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the January 21 meeting. Delegations from the North Cariboo Agricultural Marketing Association (FARMED) and RCMP S/Sgt. Richard Weseen will present updates. The caucus will receive updates on HandiDart in Area A and the Ospiko Mine, followed by reports from several local advisory committees and councils.

• Adoption of agenda as presented
• Adoption of minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting
• Presentation by North Cariboo Agricultural Marketing Association (FARMED)
• Presentation by RCMP S/Sgt. Richard Weseen
• Update on Ospiko Mine by Director Glassford

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The South Cariboo Joint Committee will meet to review the South Cariboo Recreation Annual Report. The committee is also scheduled to discuss the 100 Mile Youth Initiative skate park, including design contracts and potential locations.

• Discussion of 100 Mile Youth Initiative - Skate Park
• Review of South Cariboo Recreation Annual Report (2024 Final Report)

Policy Committee

The committee adopted the agenda and minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting. It voted to rescind Corporate Priorities Policy #09-07A-51 and the 2016 Asset Management Policy (2016-06B-33). The new Asset Management Policy dated March 4, 2025 was adopted as presented. A draft schedule for future 2025 Policy Committee meetings was discussed.

• Rescind Corporate Priorities Policy #09-07A-51
• Adopt Asset Management Policy dated March 4, 2025
• Rescind Asset Management Policy 2016-06B-33
• Adopt agenda and minutes from prior meetings
• Discuss draft schedule for 2025 Policy Committee meetings

Utilities Committee

The committee will review 2024 annual reports for all CRD water systems. Members will also discuss the committee's terms of reference, service levels, and asset management.

• 2024 Annual Reports for 12 water systems, including 103 Mile, 108 Mile, and Alexis Creek
• Discussion of Committee Terms of Reference 2025
• Discussion of Service Levels
• Discussion of Asset Management

Cariboo Regional District Board

The board will consider third‑reading votes on three planning bylaws that change official community plans and zoning designations in Areas H, C and L. It will also decide on a development variance permit for 7589 Ingento Road to increase the allowable height of ancillary structures from 6 m to 6.4 m. The board will vote to support infrastructure planning grant applications of $10,000 for each of the CRD’s sixteen water and sewer systems. Additional items include several Notice on Title actions and community grant applications.

• Area H – Bylaw 5433 & 5434 (OCP amendment and rezoning) – third reading
• Area C – Bylaw 5486 (Rural/Agricultural to Comprehensive Development 1) – third reading
• Area L – Bylaw 5489 & 5490 (Rural Residential redesignation) – third reading
• Development Variance Permit DVP20240049 for 7589 Ingento Rd – height increase to 6.4 m
• Infrastructure Planning Grant Program – $10,000 per grant for 16 water and sewer systems

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board is meeting to decide on several capital expenditure bylaws for facility upgrades and equipment. The session includes a presentation on healthcare professional recruitment and retention in the Cariboo.

• Bylaw No. 213(1) for the Primary Care Project in Williams Lake
• Bylaw No. 191(1) for wheelchair accessibility bathroom renovations at OMH
• Bylaw No. 227 for HVAC upgrades at OHM
• Bylaw No. 232 and 233 for a physiological monitoring system and steam sterilizer at CMH
• Bylaw No. 229 for a domestic hot water tank at Fischer Place

Emergency Preparedness Committee

The Cariboo Regional District Emergency Preparedness Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting. It will review several information items, including reports on the Emergency Operations Centre and after‑action reviews of the 2024 wildfire and Chilcotin River landslide. The committee will decide whether to authorize staff to submit a $40,000 application for the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund – Emergency Support Services Equipment and Training grant and a $30,000 application for the EOC Equipment and Training grant.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting
• Review Emergency Operations Centre reporting (Oct 2024–Feb 2025) and after‑action reviews
• Authorize staff to submit a $40,000 equipment and training grant application
• Authorize staff to submit a $30,000 EOC equipment and training grant application

Finance-Budget Committee

The Finance/Budget Committee will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. It will conduct a final review of the Cariboo Regional District 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan and submit it to the Board for three readings and adoption. The committee will also consider the 2025 Budget Consultation Results for all areas.

• Final review of Cariboo Regional District 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan for board submission
• Presentation of 2025 Budget Consultation Results for all areas

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will meet on February 27, 2025 in Williams Lake, B.C. The panel will elect a chair, adopt the agenda, and consider authentication of the 2025 Electoral Area J Community Hall Support Service parcel tax roll. The meeting will end with adjournment.

• Election of Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel chair
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Authentication of the 2025 Electoral Area J Community Hall Support Service parcel tax roll (attachments provided)
• Adjournment of the panel meeting

Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt the meeting agenda as presented. It will also adopt the minutes from the January 22, 2025 caucus meeting. Delegates from Dawson Road Maintenance and the Williams Lake Citizens on Patrol will provide updates on their activities.

• Adoption of agenda as presented
• Adoption of January 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Delegation update: Dawson Road Maintenance
• Delegation update: Williams Lake Citizens on Patrol

Central Cariboo Joint Committee

The Central Cariboo Joint Committee will meet to discuss the potential expansion of transit service agreements. The body will also review grant program results and arts and culture statistics.

• Discussion with BC Transit regarding extending service to rural fringe areas of Williams Lake
• Review of CCACS Grant Program recommendations and results
• Review of 2024 Investing in Arts and Culture statistics

South Cariboo Joint Committee

The South Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting. Delegations from Dawson Road Maintenance and the 100 Mile Youth Initiative will present information on winter road maintenance plans and a skate‑park design contract. The committee will discuss two South Cariboo Recreation Centre projects: an outdoor rink and washroom building, and a media booth.

• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of minutes from November 18, 2024
• Delegation – Dawson Road Maintenance (winter road maintenance plans)
• Delegation – 100 Mile Youth Initiative (skate‑park design contract)
• Discussion – South Cariboo Recreation Centre Outdoor Rink and Washroom Building

South Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The caucus is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and adopt the meeting agenda. The body will also determine appointments for 2025, including a Co-Chair for the South Cariboo Joint Committee.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair
• Appointment of 2025 Co-Chair for South Cariboo Joint Committee
• South Cariboo Appointments for 2025

Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District

The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District is meeting to adopt its 2025 Five Year Financial Plan. The board will discuss funding requests from Interior Health and a grant for medical equipment in the West Chilcotin.

• Adoption of 2025 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 226
• Proposed $2,698,400 in capital funding for Interior Health for 2025/2026
• Proposed $1,600 grant to West Chilcotin Health Care Society for medical equipment
• Proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 191 ($150,200) and Bylaw No. 213 ($245,700)
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

Cariboo Regional District Board

The Cariboo Regional District Board will consider several land‑use and development items, including rezoning applications for Areas J, G and F, and development permits for projects on Little Fort Highway and Soda Creek Road. It will also vote on a joint application for the Universal Water Meter Pilot Project and multiple grant applications, including a $128,519 request for outdoor pickleball courts. Financial reports for November and December 2024 will be ratified, and the board will appoint members to the 2025 Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel.

• Renewal of Air Carrier Airport Use Agreement for Anahim Lake Airport – annual fee $70,000, rising to $80,000 in final year (4 years 5 months term)
• Approval of Development Permit DP20240044 for Fawn Lake Lumber & Supply Inc. at 6755 Little Fort Hwy 24
• Adoption of Rural Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 5477 for 6414 & 6416 Horsefly Landing Rd (rezoning to Lakeshore Residential)
• Submission of Universal Water Meter Pilot Project joint application for Horse Lake, Forest Grove, and Lac La Hache water systems
• Grant endorsement for South Cariboo Pickleball Association – $128,519 to build a 7‑court outdoor facility at 108 Mile Ranch

Finance-Budget Committee

The Finance-Budget Committee is reviewing the preliminary five-year financial plan and 2025 business plans. The meeting includes discussions on tax requisition changes, utility fees, and the Community Works Funds Policy.

• 2025-2029 Preliminary Financial Plan review
• 2025 Business Plans for North Cariboo HandyDart, North Cariboo Recreation and Parks, 108 Greenbelt, and Administration
• Comparative 2024 vs 2025 Tax Requisition Changes and Utility Fee Summary
• Review of the Cariboo Regional District's Community Works Funds Policy
• Completed Roll Assessments in the Cariboo Regional District

Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The caucus is meeting to appoint a 2025 Co-Chair for the Central Cariboo Joint Committee and make other 2025 appointments. The body will also review a late grant application for the Williams Lake Blue Fins.

• Appointment of 2025 Co-Chair for Central Cariboo Joint Committee
• Central Cariboo Appointments for 2025
• Referral of Williams Lake Blue Fins Late Grant Application from the City of Williams Lake

Central Cariboo Joint Committee

The Central Cariboo Joint Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the November 27, 2024 meeting. It will hear a fee‑for‑service update from the Williams Lake Cycling Club and receive a report on the Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Fall Grant Awards. The committee will discuss the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy’s response letter regarding the Williams Lake Air Quality Roundtable.

• Adoption of agenda as presented
• Adoption of minutes from November 27, 2024 meeting
• Williams Lake Cycling Club fee‑for‑service update
• Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Fall Grant Awards Report
• Discussion of Ministry response on Williams Lake Air Quality Roundtable

North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus

The North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting. It will consider information items such as a rental‑rate request from the Quesnel Curling Centre. The caucus will make several 2025 appointments, including a Co‑Chair for the North Cariboo Joint Advisory Committee, and will review funding requests from Friends of Barkerville and other community groups. An update from the Airport Commission will be discussed before adjournment.

• Appointment of 2025 Co‑Chair for North Cariboo Joint Advisory Committee (by consensus)
• North Cariboo appointments for 2025 (by consensus)
• Friends of Barkerville request for funding (by consensus)
• Correspondence from Quesnel Curling Centre regarding rental rate for the BC Curling Championship
• Correspondence from Quesnel Junior School and Correlieu Ski and Snowboard Teams regarding provincial competition