Creston public meetings in 2024

Council Meeting

The Town of Creston Council will discuss allowing child care as a primary use in all zones and review the 2024 Housing Needs Report. The body is also deciding on several engineering contracts and the adoption of utility rate bylaws.

• Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw to allow Child Care as a primary use in all zones
• Engineering contract for Active Transportation Network Design to ISL Engineering and Land Services Ltd. for $148,397
• Engineering contract for Stormwater Management Master Plan to WSP Canada Inc. for $144,912.60 plus $20,000 contingency
• Authorization of leases for the Armitage Building at 121 Northwest Boulevard
• Adoption of Water, Sewer, and Water District Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaws

Council directed staff to prepare a zoning amendment bylaw to allow child care as a primary use in all zones, without limits on child numbers, subject to provincial regulations. Council also awarded contracts for active transportation network design and a stormwater management master plan, adopted several rate and fee bylaws, and authorized leases and a grant.

• Directed staff to draft zoning bylaw allowing child care as primary use in all zones
• Awarded $148,397 contract to ISL Engineering for Active Transportation Network Design
• Awarded $144,912.60 contract to WSP Canada for Stormwater Management Master Plan, plus $20,000 contingency
• Adopted Water Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2013, 2024
• Adopted Sewer Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2014, 2024
• Adopted Water District Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2015, 2024
• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016, 2024 (Cemeteries)
• Authorized $1,000 discretionary grant to Creston Refugee Committee

Public Hearing

Creston Town Council holds a public hearing to consider two bylaws that would change the land use designation and zoning of 140-10th Avenue North (the former fire hall) from Institutional/Community Use to Commercial-Downtown Core, allowing commercial development. The hearing receives public input before council may adopt the amendments.

• Proposed Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2010, 2024: change land use designation from 'Institutional' to 'Commercial - Downtown Core'
• Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2011, 2024: rezone from 'Community Use (CU) Zone' to 'Commercial - Downtown Core (CDC) Zone'
• Subject property: 140-10th Avenue North (former fire hall)
• Public hearing scheduled for December 17, 2024, 4:00-4:15 PM in Council Chambers

The Town of Creston held a public hearing on December 17, 2024, for proposed bylaws to change the land use designation and zoning of 140-10th Avenue North (former Fire Hall) from Institutional/Community Use to Commercial-Downtown Core. No public comments were made, and council received all submissions and closed the hearing. The bylaws themselves were not adopted at this hearing.

• Received all written and oral submissions on Bylaws 2010 and 2011 (carried)
• Closed the public hearing for Bylaws 2010 and 2011 (carried)
• Adjourned the public hearing at 4:06 pm (carried)

Public Art Working Committee

The Public Art Working Committee will review existing mural and sculpture inventories, discuss completion and location of the Bird Silhouette Project, and select sites for new sculptures (Dragon, Salmon Dance, Steam Punk Owl). The committee will also consider a project for 2025 and a social media update.

• Review of existing murals, sculptures, and new locations
• Bird Silhouette Project completion and location
• Sculpture location selection for Dragon, Salmon Dance, and Steam Punk Owl
• Discussion of grant options
• Project planning for 2025

Council Meeting

Council will hear delegations on the Creston Valley Regional Airport Economic Viability Study and a Community Housing Needs Report. Council will consider three utility rate amendment bylaws (water, sewer, water district), a 2.4% increase in cemetery fees, and adopt fee bylaws for business licences and solid waste. A closed meeting is scheduled for negotiations regarding a municipal service.

• Delegation from HM AERO on Creston Valley Regional Airport Economic Viability Study
• Delegation from WCS Engagement and Planning on Community Housing Needs Report
• First, second, and third readings of Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2013, 2024
• First, second, and third readings of Sewer Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2014, 2024
• Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw (Business Licence) No. 2012, 2024 and (Solid Waste) No. 2017, 2024

The Council adopted the 2025 meeting schedule and gave three readings to water, sewer, and water district rate amendment bylaws, as well as a cemetery fees bylaw. It also adopted a business licence fees bylaw and a solid waste fees bylaw. A community survey on municipal re-classification was directed, and the mayor was authorized to sign a water services agreement with the Mallandaine Water Users Community.

• Adopted 2025 Council Schedule
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Water Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2013, 2024
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Sewer Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2014, 2024
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Water District Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2015, 2024
• Approved 2.4% increase to Cemetery Fees and Charges
• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw (Business Licence Fees) No. 2012, 2024
• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw (Solid Waste Fees) No. 2017, 2024
• Directed staff to conduct community survey on municipal re-classification

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Special Committee of the Whole will receive presentations of the 2025 budgets for water, sewer, solid waste, and various general‑fund services. It will consider a recommendation to direct staff to prepare the Sewer Rates Bylaw, the Water District Rates Bylaw, and the Water Rates Bylaw based on the 2025 Utility Rates Review. The committee will also receive for information a review of the Town of Creston’s Five‑Year Capital Plan and one‑time projects as part of the 2025 budget process.

• Presentation of the 2025 Water Service Budget (attachment 3)
• Presentation of the 2025 Sewer Service Budget (attachment 4)
• Presentation of the 2025 Solid Waste Service Budget (attachment 5)
• Recommendation to direct staff to prepare Sewer, Water District, and Water Rates Bylaws per the 2025 Utility Rates Review
• Review of the Five‑Year Capital Plan and one‑time projects for the 2025 budget process

The Committee of the Whole received 2025 budget presentations for utility and general fund services, and directed staff to prepare sewer, water district, and water rate bylaws per the 2025 Utility Rates Review. No final decisions were made; the recommendations are directives for staff to draft bylaws for future council approval.

• Directed staff to prepare Sewer Rates Bylaw per 2025 Utility Rates Review
• Directed staff to prepare Water District Rates Bylaw per 2025 Utility Rates Review
• Directed staff to prepare Water Rates Bylaw per 2025 Utility Rates Review
• Received for information the 2025 Budget Presentations for utility and general fund services
• Received for information the 2025 General Fund Overview
• Received for information the review of the Five Year Capital Plan and One Time Projects

Council Meeting

The Town of Creston Council will consider an Official Community Plan amendment for 140 10th Avenue North and read three times a bylaw to amend solid waste utility fees. Staff will also seek direction on a municipal re-classification process and a $6,000 grant for the Kootenay Community Centre Society.

• Council to consider OCP amendment bylaw for 140 10th Avenue North
• Council to read three times Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw for solid waste
• Council to consider $6,000 grant for Kootenay Community Centre Society
• Council to receive report on municipal re-classification process
• Council to appoint members to Public Art Working Committee

Council referred the Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2010 to a public hearing on December 17, 2024, and appointed three members to the Public Art Working Committee. It also gave three readings to two fee amendment bylaws (solid waste and business licences) and directed staff to conduct a community survey on municipal re-classification. No decisions were made on the Kootenay Community Centre Society grant request; instead, the society was invited to present a delegation.

• Referred OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2010 to public hearing Dec 17, 2024
• Appointed Kienna Dyer, Wendy Tellier, and Joanna Wilson to Public Art Working Committee
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2017 (solid waste)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2012 (business licences)
• Directed staff to conduct community survey on municipal re-classification
• Invited Kootenay Community Centre Society to present delegation on programming
• Authorized Mayor to write support letter for Creston Valley Tennis Club grant application

Council Meeting

Council will consider a request for decision from the Fire Chief to approve the Extreme Cold Response Plan, which includes activating an Extreme Winter Weather Shelter funded by BC Housing. The decision follows community consultation. Correspondence about the shelter and a tent encampment will also be received for information.

• Decision on Extreme Cold Response Plan and activation of an Extreme Winter Weather Shelter, funded by BC Housing
• Community consultation results and survey responses on the shelter presented for consideration
• Correspondence from Chamber of Commerce, Creston Downtown Development Society, and a resident regarding the shelter and tent encampment
• Council will move to a closed meeting for labour relations and land matters

Council received the Fire Chief's report on community feedback and approved the Extreme Cold Response Plan, including activation of an Extreme Winter Weather Shelter, contingent on funding from BC Housing. Correspondence from the Chamber of Commerce, Creston Downtown Development Society, and Carl Erickson regarding the shelter and tent encampment was received for information. The meeting then moved to a closed session for labour relations and land matters, reconvening later with no resolutions from the closed meeting.

• Adopted the Special Council Agenda (469-24)
• Received Fire Chief's report on Extreme Winter Weather Shelter Community Feedback (470-24)
• Approved Extreme Cold Response Plan with shelter activation pending BC Housing funding (470-24)
• Received correspondence from Chamber of Commerce, Creston Downtown Development Society, and Carl Erickson (471-24)
• Recessed to closed meeting for labour relations and land acquisition (472-24)
• Adjourned meeting (473-24)

Council Meeting

The Creston Council will consider several development and planning items, including issuing Development Permit 24-04 for 2104 Erickson Street with a required security payment of $13,562.50. It will also receive a grant deferral request from the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Authority for walkway repairs, and review proposed zoning and Official Community Plan amendments. Additional items include approval of a design and estimate for five custom benches and a recommendation to draft a new Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw.

• Decision on Development Permit 24-04 for 2104 Erickson Street, conditional on $13,562.50 security
• Grant deferral request for the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Authority to fund wooden walkway repair/replacement
• Approval of public consultation and referrals for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2011 and OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2010
• Approval of design proposal and estimate for five custom benches from Fourth State Metalcraft
• Recommendation to draft a Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw to set fees based on business type

Council gave first and second reading to bylaws rezoning 140 10th Avenue North from institutional/community use to commercial downtown core, allowing the former fire hall to be used commercially. Council also approved a development permit for 2104 Erickson Street with a $13,562.50 landscaping security, and directed staff to explore a Situation Table and include downtown tree replacement in the 2025 budget. A request to defer the wildlife authority's 2024 grant to 2025 was adopted.

• Approved first and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2011, 2024 and OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2010, 2024 for 140 10th Avenue North (carried)
• Directed staff to issue Development Permit 24-04 for 2104 Erickson Street, conditional on $13,562.50 landscaping security (carried)
• Adopted Committee of the Whole recommendations, including public consultation on Extreme Cold Response Plan and shelter (carried)
• Directed staff to proceed with outreach for a Situation Table (carried)
• Referred Downtown Tree Replacement Program to 2025 budget process (carried)
• Approved design proposal for 5 custom benches from Fourth State Metalcraft (carried)
• Authorized deferral of Creston Valley Wildlife Management Authority grant to 2025/2026 for boardwalk repair (carried)
• Authorized mayor to write letter of support for Buy Local Creston's Community Gift Card Program (carried)

Cemetery Select Committee

The Cemetery Select Committee is meeting to review the proposed 2025 cemetery budget. The committee will also discuss green burial projects at Forest Lawn.

• 2025 Proposed Cemetery Budget
• Forest Lawn Projects - Green Burial

The Cemetery Select Committee recommended that Council increase cemetery service contributions and fees by 2.4%. The committee also recommended deferring the budget for a green burial consultant to 2026 pending further information.

• Recommended Council authorize a 2.4% increase to the Cemetery Service Contribution
• Recommended Council consider a 2.4% increase to Schedule 9 Cemetery Fees
• Recommended Council defer the Green Burial Construction Design consultant to the 2026 Budget Cycle
• Directed staff to schedule a delegation with Lorraine Fracy of Royal Oaks Burial Park regarding green burials

Council Meeting

The Creston Council will consider several development and infrastructure actions, including a sewer camera/CCTV system award, a roof replacement at 121 Northwest Blvd, and a rezoning of 140‑10th Avenue North. Staff will also be directed to continue public consultation on the Extreme Cold Response Plan and to draft a new business‑licence fee structure. The meeting includes adoption of minutes, reports, and various council‑direction requests.

• Approve contract with Superior North America Inc. for a sewer camera/CCTV system at $139,658.40
• Authorize immediate roof replacement at 121 Northwest Blvd by BL Roofing Ltd. for $99,900
• Direct staff to present rezoning and OCP amendment for 140‑10th Avenue North from Institutional to Commercial‑Downtown Core
• Direct staff to draft a Business Licence Bylaw and fee structure reflecting resource intensity
• Receive report on draft Extreme Cold Response Plan and direct staff to conduct public consultation and develop an Extreme Winter Weather Shelter

Council directed staff to proceed with public consultation on the draft Extreme Cold Response Plan, including an Extreme Winter Response Shelter, and to incorporate feedback into operational policies. Council also approved several other items, including a $99,900 roof replacement, a $139,658.40 sewer camera contract, and a bylaw adoption. A previous grant-in-aid for a portable toilet was amended to instead place the toilet on town property at a monthly cost.

• Directed public consultation on Extreme Cold Response Plan including shelter (carried)
• Approved $99,900 roof replacement at 121 Northwest Blvd by BL Roofing Ltd. (carried)
• Accepted $139,658.40 sewer camera proposal from Superior North America Inc. (carried)
• Adopted Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 2009, 2024 (carried)
• Amended Resolution #426-24 to place portable toilet behind Trinity Church at $350/month (carried)
• Directed staff to reject custom bench proposals and explore local artists (carried)
• Authorized $385 advertising in Legion Military Service Recognition Book (carried)
• Directed staff to present OCP and zoning amendments for 140-10th Avenue North (carried)

Public Art Working Committee

The Public Art Working Committee is meeting to elect a chair and review the Town Public Art Policy and Terms of Reference. The committee will discuss funding responsibilities and brainstorm initial projects for the public art program.

• Election of a committee chair
• Review of Town Public Art Policy and Terms of Reference
• Discussion on funding and grant opportunities
• Proposal to paint the generator outside Creston Valley Hospital
• Maintenance of the rock snake on Glaser Trail

Council Meeting

At this meeting Council approved the 2025 budget direction guidelines, authorized a portable toilet program costing $350 per month with a $5,500 annual allocation, granted a Revitalization Tax Exemption for 2118 Elm Street, and designated fire staff as inspectors and investigators. The Council also adopted the agenda, minutes, and approved Town Hall closure dates of December 24 and December 27, 2024.

• Rent portable toilet at $350 per month and allocate $5,500 per year in the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan
• Approve budget guidelines for the development of the 2025 budget and 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan
• Authorize Revitalization Tax Exemption Certificate for 2118 Elm Street (Lot 2 Plan NEP6203, PID 012‑774‑286)
• Designate Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, Fire Service Support Supervisor and CAO as Fire Inspectors and Investigators
• Approve Town Hall public closure on Tuesday, December 24 and Friday, December 27, 2024

Council approved the proposed budget guidelines for the 2025 budget and 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan, and adopted the 2025 Budget Schedule. They also gave three readings to the Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 2009, 2024, and approved a grant-in-aid for a portable toilet at Trinity Church. Several other administrative items were approved, including Christmas closures and a revitalization tax exemption.

• Approved 2025 budget guidelines and adopted 2025 Budget Schedule
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 2009, 2024
• Approved $1,050 grant-in-aid to Trinity Church for portable toilet at 128 10th Avenue North
• Authorized Revitalization Tax Exemption Certificate for property at 2118 Elm Street
• Designated Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, Fire Service Support Supervisor, and CAO as Fire Inspectors and Investigators
• Approved Town Hall closure on December 24 and 27, 2024
• Authorized Councillor Dumas to attend Intentional Transformation Conference
• Authorized proclamation of October as Foster Family Month

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Special Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation by Ben Crooks of HM Aero regarding the Creston Valley Regional Airport. No decisions or votes are listed; the item appears to be informational. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.

• Presentation by Ben Crooks (HM Aero) on Creston Valley Regional Airport

Council Meeting

The Town of Creston Council will discuss a grant application for hazard and risk assessment and a development variance for signage at 401 Helen Street. The body is also reviewing the disposal options for 1130 Canyon Street and several discretionary grant requests.

• Application for $150,000 from the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for a Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
• Development Variance Permit 24-05 for 401 Helen Street to allow four fascia signs on the primary building
• Discussion on disposal and alternate uses of 1130 Canyon Street
• Discretionary grant request of $2,000 for Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Services Society
• Discretionary grant request of $300 for Kokanee Country Snowmobile Club

Council received a report on 1130 Canyon Street and directed staff to explore disposal or alternate uses. It approved a development variance permit for 401 Helen Street to allow two fascia signs per business frontage. Council authorized a $150,000 grant application for a hazard assessment and approved discretionary grants to local organizations.

• Directed staff to explore disposal/alternate uses for 1130 Canyon Street
• Approved Development Variance Permit 24-05 for 401 Helen Street (two fascia signs per frontage)
• Authorized $150,000 grant application to Community Emergency Preparedness Fund
• Approved $700 grant to Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Services Society
• Approved $300 grant to Kokanee Country Snowmobile Club
• Authorized letter of support for Creston Valley Tourism Society MRDT renewal

Council Meeting

The Town of Creston Council will consider appointing directors and filing for the incorporation of the Creston Valley Housing Corporation. The body will also authorize the execution of a 2024-2034 Community Works Funding Agreement and approve a sponsorship request for the Kootenay Women in Business Summit.

• Incorporation of Creston Valley Housing Corporation
• 2024-2034 Community Works Funding Agreement
• Sponsorship for Kootenay Women in Business Summit
• Council Action List for September 2024
• Closed meeting regarding land acquisition

Council approved filing for incorporation of the Creston Valley Housing Corporation and appointed directors, with one opposed. It also authorized a $1,000 sponsorship for the Kootenay Women in Business Summit and a donation to Ducks Unlimited Canada. The meeting moved to closed session for land matters and reconvened with no resolutions.

• Authorized filing for incorporation of Creston Valley Housing Corporation (opposed: Councillor Hawton)
• Appointed Kirsten Dunbar, Steffan Klassen, Arnold DeBoon, and Denise Dumas as directors of the housing corporation
• Authorized $1,000 sponsorship to emPoweredLives for Kootenay Women in Business Summit
• Approved donation of Town merchandise to Ducks Unlimited Canada
• Authorized Mayor and Corporate Officer to execute 2024-2034 Community Works Funding Agreement
• Adopted agenda and minutes of August 27, 2024
• Received Council reports and correspondence for information

Council Meeting

The Town of Creston Council will review a Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Policy and a development variance for signage at 401 Helen Street. The body is also appointing members to the Public Art Working Committee and reviewing the draft 2025 Budget Schedule.

• Adoption of Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Policy (GOV-002-060)
• Development Variance Permit 24-05 for up to 4 fascia signs at 401 Helen Street
• Appointments of five members to the Public Art Working Committee
• $500 sponsorship for RCMP Creston Detachment Cops for Kids
• $1,000 sponsorship for Creston Valley Thundercats Rink Board

Council approved the purchase of 121 Northwest Boulevard for $450,000 and directed staff to prepare a financial plan amendment. They also approved several sponsorships, a $10,000 grant for a minor hockey exhibit, and appointments to the Public Art Working Committee. The meeting included a closed session for land acquisition.

• Approved purchase of 121 Northwest Boulevard for $450,000
• Approved $10,000 grant to Creston Valley Minor Hockey Association for permanent exhibit
• Approved $500 sponsorship to RCMP for Cops for Kids silent auction
• Approved $750 sponsorship to Creston Valley Rotary Club for Drive Fore Rotary
• Approved $1,000 advertising for Creston Valley Thundercats rink board
• Authorized proclamation of October 24, 2024 as Creston Lions Club Day
• Appointed five members to Public Art Working Committee and increased arts community seats to four
• Adopted Generative AI Use Policy (GOV-002-060)

Council Meeting

The Council will adopt a Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Policy and approve a $60,000 contribution to replace playground equipment at the Creston Education Centre (617-11th Avenue South). It will direct staff to prepare a letter of support for Valley Community Services' grant application to the BC Lottery Corporation. The Council also instructs staff to begin public notification for a Development Variance Permit for signage at 401 Helen Street. Routine items include adoption of the agenda, minutes, and receipt of reports.

• Adopt Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Policy (GOV-002-060)
• Approve $60,000 funding for playground equipment replacement at Creston Education Centre
• Direct staff to prepare a letter of support for Valley Community Services grant to BC Lottery Corporation
• Direct staff to proceed with public notification for Development Variance Permit 24-05 for signage at 401 Helen Street
• Receive report on Septage Receiving Station update (agreement with RDCK)

Council approved up to $264,270 in funding for a proposed childcare facility, covering costs not eligible for the Provincial ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund grant, with the remainder financed by the Creston Valley Housing Corporation. Council also directed staff to prepare a letter of support for Valley Community Services' playground equipment grant and committed $60,000 and 10 years of maintenance. A development variance permit for 401 Helen Street was directed for public notification, and several other items were received or referred.

• Approved up to $264,270 for childcare facility (motion carried)
• Directed staff to prepare letter of support for Valley Community Services playground grant (motion carried)
• Resolved to fund half of playground project at $60,000 (motion carried)
• Assumed responsibility for playground equipment inspection and maintenance for 10 years (motion carried)
• Directed public notification for Development Variance Permit 24-05 at 401 Helen Street (motion carried)
• Referred Kidney Foundation correspondence to staff for employee benefit evaluation (motion carried)
• Authorized CAO to write to UBCM supporting Relationship Protocol with First Nations Leadership Council (motion carried)
• Authorized Mayor to write letter of support for Trails for Creston Valley Society gaming grant (motion carried)

Council Meeting

The Council will receive and adopt the Creston Accessibility Plan while aligning its recommendations with the town's strategic plan. It will repeal the existing zoning application policy and adopt a new Development Application Service Level Policy, approve pre‑reviewed accessory dwelling unit plans, and authorize a beer festival in Millennium Park on August 24, 2024. The meeting also includes an amendment to a grant application for up to $176,450 under the Community Resiliency & Investment Program.

• Adopt the Creston Accessibility Plan
• Repeal Policy #SER-005-001 Zoning, Development Application and adopt Policy #SER-005-001 Development Application Service Level
• Approve pre‑reviewed Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit plans for public use
• Approve Rotary Club's closed booking request for a Beer Festival in Millennium Park on August 24, 2024
• Amend grant application to request $144,350‑$176,450 from the Community Resiliency & Investment Program

Council adopted the Creston Accessibility Plan, repealing and replacing the Development Application Service Level policy, and approved pre-reviewed Accessory Dwelling Unit plans for public use. It also approved a closed booking for a Rotary beer festival, amended a grant application amount, and directed staff to purchase benches and bike racks.

• Adopted Creston Accessibility Plan (carried)
• Repealed Policy #SER-005-001 Zoning, Development Application; adopted Policy #SER-005-001 Development Application Service Level (carried)
• Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit Plans by Cover Architecture for public distribution (carried)
• Approved Rotary Club beer festival at Millennium Park on Aug 24, 2024, with special event permit (carried)
• Amended grant application to Community Resiliency & Investment Program to $176,450 (carried)
• Directed staff to purchase 30 benches and bike racks for 12 locations (carried)

Council Meeting

The Council will review several items including a request to purchase benches and bike racks for active transportation. Discussions also include a fence height variance for 1914 Canyon Street and various community grant requests.

• Purchase of 30 benches and inverted U-loop bike racks for 12 locations
• Development Variance Permit for 1.8 metre front yard fence at 1914 Canyon Street
• Proposed RCAF aircraft flyover on August 5, 2024
• $5,000 community development grant for Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 29
• $144,350 application to the Community Resiliency & Investment Program

Council adopted a new Whistle-Blower Policy and replaced the Murals Policy with a Public Art Policy. The board approved several grants for local organizations and authorized the purchase of active transportation amenities. A development variance for a fence height increase at 1914 Canyon Street was also granted.

• Approved purchase of 30 benches and bike racks for 12 locations
• Adopted new Whistle-Blower Policy
• Authorized RCAF aircraft flyover as low as 500 feet on August 5, 2024
• Approved fence height increase to 1.8 metres at 1914 Canyon Street
• Replaced Murals Policy with new Public Art Policy
• Authorized $176,450 grant application to the Community Resiliency & Investment Program
• Approved $5,000 grant to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 for entrance repairs
• Approved $150 sponsorship for Paws Fundraiser Calendar

Council Meeting

The Council will consider the final approval to form the Creston Valley Housing Corporation as a municipal corporation. Additional business includes a $144,350 grant application for community resiliency and various community delegations.

• Formation of the Creston Valley Housing Corporation
• $144,350 Community Resiliency and Investment Program grant application
• Sternwheeler Craft Distillery LCRB liquor service application at 1628 Canyon Street
• Wayfinding project delegation
• Staking Park Centennial plaque and fence proposal

Council approved the creation of the Creston Valley Housing Corporation as a municipal corporation and authorized a request for approval from the Inspector of Municipalities. Other actions included supporting a distillery's liquor license application and adopting the 2023 Annual Municipal Report.

• Approved formation of Creston Valley Housing Corporation
• Authorized $144,350 grant application to Community Resiliency & Investment Program
• Adopted 2023 Annual Municipal Report
• Supported Sternwheeler Craft Distilleries' liquor license application for interior and exterior lounges
• Authorized Mayor to support Community Futures Rural Community Immigration Pilot
• Authorized staff to notify Minister of Housing regarding zoning compliance
• Referred Seniors Association request for Staking Park revitalization to staff

Council Meeting

The Council will consider adopting the Articles of Incorporation for the Creston Valley Housing Corporation. Additionally, they will discuss authorizing $500,000 from the Growing Communities Fund to provide start-up funding for attainable housing construction.

• Adoption of Articles of Incorporation for Creston Valley Housing Corporation
• Authorization of $500,000 from Growing Communities Fund reserves for housing corporation start-up funding
• Delegation regarding the naming of ʔak̓uǂni by Robin Louie
• Delegation from Rylee Collins of Creston Valley Food Action Coalition and Fields Forward
• Approval of the 2023 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) Report

Creston council adopted Articles of Incorporation for the Creston Valley Housing Corporation and authorized using $500,000 from Growing Communities Fund reserves as start-up funding for attainable housing. Council also approved the 2023 Statement of Financial Information, gave a $500 discretionary grant to the Creston Wave Swim Club (requested amount was $750), and received delegations on the naming of ʔak̓uǂni and on local food initiatives. All recorded motions carried; no bylaws were considered.

• Adopted Articles of Incorporation for the Creston Valley Housing Corporation (carried)
• Authorized $500,000 from Growing Communities Fund reserves to capitalize the Creston Valley Housing Corporation for attainable housing (carried)
• Approved the 2023 Statement of Financial Information and authorized the Mayor and Director of Finance to sign it (carried)
• Authorized a $500 discretionary grant to the Creston Wave Swim Club for its regional swim meet, less than the $750 requested (carried)
• Approved the name 'Creston Valley Housing Corporation' and directed legal counsel to extend the corporate registry name reservation beyond June 18, 2024 if incorporation has not been applied for (carried)
• Received delegations from Robin Louie (Lower Kootenay Band) on the naming of ʔak̓uǂni and from the Creston Valley Food Action Coalition and Fields Forward (carried)
• Received correspondence including items from the City of Campbell River, CANFOR, Creston Valley Cruisers, Cadets, and the Ombudsperson Quarterly Report (carried)
• Adopted the June 4, 2024 Regular Council Meeting minutes (carried)

Affordable Housing and Development Committee

The committee will review new Accessory Dwelling Unit designs developed by Cover Architecture. Members will also meet with consultants regarding the progress of the Housing Needs Report.

• Review of new Accessory Dwelling Unit Designs by Cover Architecture
• Discussion of in-progress Housing Needs Report with WCS Engagement and Planning Consultants
• Updated Terms of Reference for the Affordable Housing and Development Committee
• Review of provincially legislated Zoning Bylaw amendments

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing the incorporation of the Creston Valley Housing Corporation. The meeting also includes discussions on various development permits, staff recruitment, and zoning amendments.

• Approval of 'Creston Valley Housing Corporation' name for municipal housing corporation
• Development Permit 24-02 for 519-16th Avenue South with $73,661 security requirement
• Development Variance Permit 24/04 for 1914 Canyon Street regarding fence height
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2007, 2024 adoption
• Recruitment of Emergency Management and Climate Change Readiness Coordinator

Council directed staff to prepare the application for a municipal housing corporation and approved the name “Creston Valley Housing Corporation”. The council also adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2007, 2024 and approved a development permit for 519-16th Avenue South.

• Approved name “Creston Valley Housing Corporation” for municipal housing corporation
• Directed staff to submit housing corporation application by mid-June 2024
• Approved Development Permit 24-02 for 519-16th Avenue South conditional on $73,661 security
• Approved Development Variance Permit 24-01 for 519-16th Avenue South to reduce parking requirements and increase height to 9.55 metres
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2007, 2024
• Authorized Temporary Licence of Occupation for ElectroRecycle BC on June 11
• Referred Royal Canadian Legion $5,000 grant application to a future meeting

Council Meeting

Council is considering the approval of the Creston Housing Corporation business plan and an application for its incorporation. They are also reviewing a contract for an airport economic viability study and various committee appointments.

• Approval of the Creston Housing Corporation business plan
• Contract award to HM Aero Aviation Consulting for $79,930 for an airport economic viability study
• Road closure of Hillside St from 16th Ave N to 20th Ave N on July 1, 2024
• Appointment of Councillor Hawton to Emergency Management and Creston Valley Trails Society

Creston council approved the Creston Housing Corporation business plan and directed staff to apply to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for approval to incorporate it. Council also awarded a $79,930 contract (excluding GST) for the Creston Valley Regional Airport Economic Viability Study to HM Aero Aviation Consulting of Ottawa, Ontario. Council adopted the Town of Creston Communications Strategy and authorized the closure of Hillside St from 16th Ave N to 20th Ave N on July 1, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 10 pm for the Canada Day event. All recorded motions carried; no vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the Creston Housing Corporation business plan and directed staff to apply to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for incorporation approval (carried)
• Awarded the Creston Valley Regional Airport Economic Viability Study contract to HM Aero Aviation Consulting of Ottawa, Ontario, for $79,930 excluding GST (carried)
• Adopted the Town of Creston Communications Strategy (carried)
• Authorized closure of Hillside St from 16th Ave N to 20th Ave N on July 1, 2024, 2:00 pm to 10 pm for the Canada Day event (carried)
• Directed staff to prepare the municipal housing corporation incorporation application for submission to the Inspector of Municipalities by mid-June 2024 (carried)
• Directed staff to present amendments to the Terms of Reference and member appointments for the Affordable Housing and Development Select Committee at an upcoming meeting (carried)
• Adopted councillor appointments to Emergency Management, Creston Valley Trails Society, Creston Climate Action Society, and Economic Action Partnership (carried)
• Received the Corporate Officer's summary of the May 16, 2024 Town of Creston Open House (carried)

Council Meeting

The Council will consider a $1,087,716.84 contract for asphalt resurfacing at various locations in Creston. The meeting also includes the adoption of a new Communications Strategy and reviews of community grant applications.

• $1,087,716.84 contract award to Green Roads Recycling Limited for road resurfacing
• Adoption of the Town of Creston Communications Strategy
• $2,453 grant application for an Agricultural Forum
• $5,000 grant application for Royal Canadian Legion building repairs
• Endorsement of legislative changes to the Local Government Act

Creston Council awarded a $1,087,716.84 contract (excluding GST) to Green Roads Recycling Limited for Hot-In-Place Asphalt Resurfacing at various locations. Council also adopted a Town of Creston Communications Strategy, approved a $2453 RDCK Community Development Grant to the Creston Valley-Kootenay Lake Economic Action Partnership for an Agricultural Forum, and referred a $5000 grant request from Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 to its June 4, 2024 meeting. Council agreed to send a letter endorsing the Regional District of Nanaimo's request for a working committee to lobby the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for changes to the Local Government Act, and accepted four Gingko Trees offered by the Cranbrook Garden Club.

• Awarded $1,087,716.84 (excluding GST) Hot-In-Place Asphalt Resurfacing contract to Green Roads Recycling Limited (carried)
• Adopted the Town of Creston Communications Strategy (carried)
• Approved $2453 RDCK Community Development Grant to Creston Valley-Kootenay Lake Economic Action Partnership for an Agricultural Forum (carried)
• Referred $5000 RDCK Community Development Grant request from Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 to June 4, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Directed staff to present amendments to Terms of Reference and member appointments for the Affordable Housing and Development Select Committee at an upcoming meeting (carried)
• Agreed to send a letter of endorsement supporting Regional District of Nanaimo's request for a working committee to lobby the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for Local Government Act changes (carried)
• Appointed Councillors Holland and Eisler to adjudicate 2024 Town of Creston Leadership Bursary applications (carried)
• Accepted four Gingko Trees offered by Cranbrook Garden Club and received correspondence from Dan Hicks regarding a Jurassic Forest (carried)

Council Meeting

The Council will review several items including a development variance permit for 519 16th Avenue South and a cannabis business licence review. Additionally, they are considering an HVAC replacement contract for the Creston Education Centre.

• Development Variance Permit for 519 16th Avenue South regarding building height and parking
• Cannabis Business Licence Bylaw review and public consultation
• $189,000 contract award to Tratech Mechanical for Creston Education Centre HVAC replacement
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2007, 2024 (First and Second Reading)
• Request for Proposal for 138 and 140 10th Avenue North redevelopment

Council awarded a $189,000 contract for HVAC replacement at the Creston Education Centre to Tratech Mechanical. They adopted recommendations to create a Public Art Program Policy, livestream meetings, and issue a request for proposal for properties at 138 and 140 10th Avenue North. Council also proclaimed June 2024 as Pride Month and directed staff to review cannabis business licence fees.

• Awarded $189,000 HVAC contract to Tratech Mechanical
• Adopted Public Art Program Policy and Select Committee terms
• Approved eSCRIBE Webcasting Lite for meeting livestreams
• Directed RFP for redevelopment of 138 and 140 10th Ave North
• Proclaimed June 2024 as Pride Month
• Directed staff to review Business Licence Bylaw for cannabis fees
• Received Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2007, 2024 (1st & 2nd reading)
• Directed public notice for Development Variance Permit at 519 16th Ave South

Centennial Event Advisory Committee

The Centennial Event Advisory Committee is discussing upcoming event details and reviewing grant requests. The meeting includes an update on a drone show and discussions regarding the Blossom Festival and Ice Sports.

• Drone Show update
• Grant Requests: Blossom Festival and Ice Sports
• Review of January 17 and February 21 meeting minutes

The Centennial Event Advisory Committee approved a grant for the Blossom Festival to support the '100 Years of Music' opening ceremonies. The committee also received updates regarding a drone show and plans for the May 14 Council Meeting celebrations.

• Approved $8,500 grant to Blossom Festival for Opening Ceremonies 100 Years of Music
• Adopted January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adopted February 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Special Council Meeting

The Town of Creston Council will meet to review and potentially adopt the 2023 Audited Financial Statements. Brenda Van Der Meer from Apex Accounting is scheduled to present these statements to the Council.

• Delegation by Brenda Van Der Meer (Apex Accounting) regarding 2023 Audited Financial Statements
• Decision on adoption of the 2023 Audited Financial Statements

Council adopted the 2023 Audited Financial Statements following a presentation by Apex Accounting. The auditor stated the statements presented the Town's financial position and performance fairly in accordance with Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards.

• Adopted 2023 Audited Financial Statements (Motion Carried)
• Received correspondence from the Solicitor General regarding Surrey police transition for information (Motion Carried)
• Adopted meeting agenda (Motion Carried)

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss the redevelopment of 138 and 140 10th Avenue North and the creation of a Public Art Program. The agenda also includes adopting several bylaws related to parks, fees, and 2024 tax rates. Additionally, the Council is reviewing requests for letters of support for a Municipal Housing Corporation.

• Contract award of $189,567.17 to T&T Power Group Inc. for a backup generator and transfer switch
• Request for Proposal for the redevelopment or alternative use of 138 and 140 10th Avenue North
• Adoption of the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw
• Approval of the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan
• Rezoning and Official Community Plan amendments for 1501 Cedar Street

Creston council adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2005 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2006 for 1501 Cedar Street, completing a rezoning after a public hearing earlier that day. Council also adopted the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2008, awarded a $189,567.17 backup generator contract to T&T Power Group Inc., and adopted three parks-related bylaws. Council directed staff to develop a Public Art Program Policy, proceed with eSCRIBE "Webcasting Lite" for livestreaming meetings, and issue a Request for Proposal for 138 and 140 10th Avenue North. All recorded motions carried; no vote tallies other than 'carried' were recorded.

• Adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2005, 2024 (1501 Cedar Street) (carried)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2006, 2024 (1501 Cedar Street) (carried)
• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2008, 2024 (carried)
• Awarded backup generator and transfer switch contract to T&T Power Group Inc. for $189,567.17 including taxes and shipping (carried)
• Adopted Parks, Trails and Public Places Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 1996, 2024 (carried)
• Adopted Delegation of Authority Amendment Bylaw No. 1997, 2024 (Parks Booking) (carried)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1998, 2024 (Parks) (carried)
• Directed staff to develop a Public Art Program Policy, amend Murals Policy SER-009-020, and draft Terms of Reference for a Public Art Select Committee (carried)

Public Hearing

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Council held a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw for 1501 Cedar Street. The proposals seek to change the land use to residential to allow for a childcare facility and upper-floor apartments. Council voted to receive all submissions and close the public hearing.

• Received all written and oral submissions regarding Bylaws No. 2005 and 2006 (Carried)

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan and proposed zoning bylaw amendments to meet provincial requirements. Additionally, members will review a public engagement plan for establishing a municipal housing corporation and consider several discretionary grants.

• Approval of the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan
• Direction to staff to present a Zoning Amendment Bylaw for provincial requirements
• Review of the community engagement plan for a new municipal housing corporation
• $200 sponsorship for the Hop to Vine Hustle at Millennium Park
• Adoption of Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1984

Council approved a public participation and community engagement plan for establishing a municipal housing corporation. The meeting also included the adoption of several bylaws regarding development procedures, tax rates, and park regulations.

• Approved public participation plan for municipal housing corporation
• Adopted Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1984, 2024
• Adopted Delegation of Authority Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1985, 2024
• Approved $81,644 in ReDI Grant funding for various local organizations
• Approved Millennium Park closed booking and $200 sponsorship for Hop to Vine Hustle
• Authorized $400 grant to BC Senior Games Society
• Authorized $400 grant to Horse Association of Central Kootenay
• Passed 3rd reading of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2008, 2024

Affordable Housing and Development Committee

The committee will review a report from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the draft Creston Housing Corporation. The meeting includes updates on the Housing Accelerator Fund, short-term rentals, and provincial housing legislation. A delegation from the Creston Valley Community Housing Society will also discuss the collaboration of housing societies.

• CAO report on the draft Creston Housing Corporation
• Delegation regarding collaboration of Creston housing societies
• Updates on the Housing Accelerator Fund
• Updates on short-term rentals and provincial housing legislation
• Discussion of Housing Needs Report requirements

Council Meeting

The Council will review the 2024 tax rate setting and consider amending several bylaws regarding parks and commercial vending. Discussions also include the naming of a new municipal housing corporation and the disposal of the property at 1130 Canyon Street.

• Tax Rate Setting 2024 presentation
• Establishment of 'Creston Housing Corporation'
• Licence of Occupation for Creston Valley Farmers Market at 115 and 111 Northwest Boulevard
• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2005 for 1501 Cedar Street
• Disposal of Town asset at 1130 Canyon Street

Council approved the name and incorporation of the Creston Housing Corporation and directed staff to dispose of the town asset at 1130 Canyon Street. The council also authorized a temporary license for the Creston Valley Farmers' Market and scheduled a public hearing for an Official Community Plan amendment.

• Approved the name 'Creston Housing Corporation' for a municipal housing corporation
• Directed staff to proceed with the disposal of 1130 Canyon Street
• Authorized Temporary Licence of Occupation for Creston Valley Farmers' Market (April 27 to Oct 26, 2024)
• Referred Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2005, 2024 to a Public Hearing on April 23, 2024
• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2004, 2024 (Cemeteries)
• Supported the Creston Valley Cruisers' Fathers Day Car Show
• Proclaimed May 19, 2024 as Family Doctor Day
• Directed staff to prepare the Tax Rate Bylaw

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Special Committee of the Whole will conduct public engagement regarding the CBT Resident Directed Grants. Applicants attending the meeting will be given five minutes each to speak about their projects.

• Public engagement for the CBT Resident Directed Grants

The Special Committee of the Whole heard presentations from 24 applicants for CBT Resident Directed Grants. No decisions regarding fund allocations were made during this meeting.

• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:50 pm

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Special Committee of the Whole will conduct a series of orientation sessions regarding council procedures, legislation, and policies. The meeting also includes a workshop focused on the Creston Housing Corporation.

• Review of Resource Binder
• Council Orientation
• Introduction to Council Policies
• Creston Housing Corporation Workshop

The Special Committee of the Whole met for orientations on legislation, council procedures, and policies. The Chief Administrative Officer provided an overview of a draft business plan for establishing a municipal housing incorporation.

• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:15 pm

Council Meeting

The Council will swear in Councillors Carolyn Hawton and Megan Holland. The agenda includes discussions on funding requirements for 1501 Cedar Street and directing staff to begin public consultation regarding Development Cost Charges.

• OCP and Zoning amendments for 1501 Cedar Street
• Public consultation on Development Cost Charges 'Option 2'
• Road closures for the Blossom Festival in May 2024
• Swearing in of Councillors Carolyn Hawton and Megan Holland
• Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1984 readings

Council approved the 2024 Council Board Committee and Commission Appointments and established the Acting Mayor's schedule. The body also authorized street closures for the Blossom Festival and advanced multiple bylaws through various readings, including updates to development procedures and cemetery fees.

• Adopted the Council Covenant until 2026
• Directed staff to proceed with public consultation on Development Cost Charges 'Option 2'
• Approved 2024 Council Board Committee and Commission Appointments
• Adopted the Acting Mayor's schedule for April through December 2024
• Authorized street closures for the Blossom Festival on May 18 and May 20, 2024
• Read Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1984 and Delegation of Authority Bylaw Amendment No. 1985 through third reading
• Read Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2004 (Cemeteries) through third reading
• Read OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2005 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2006 (1501 Cedar Street) for first and second readings

Council Meeting

Creston Council will review a presentation from the Manager of Engineering concerning Development Cost Charges and future infrastructure needs. The agenda also includes discussions on updating cemetery fees and charges and the sanitary sewage blockage policy. Additionally, the council will consider a request to proclaim March 26 as International Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness.

• Presentation on Development Cost Charges (DCC) and capital cost estimates
• Update to Cemetery Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2004-A
• Request to update the Sanitary Sewage Blockage Policy
• Proclamation of March 26, 2024, as International Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness

Council received a presentation on Development Cost Charges and directed staff to proceed with public consultation using 'Option 2'. The Mayor was authorized to proclaim March 26 as Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness. Council also received updates on the provincial budget, cemetery fees, and a sanitary sewage policy.

• Directed staff to proceed with public consultation on Development Cost Charges 'Option 2'
• Authorized Mayor to proclaim March 26, 2024 as Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness
• Received Request for Decision regarding Sanitary Sewage Blockage Policy update
• Received Council Direction Request regarding Cemetery Fees and Charges
• Received delegation from MLA Brittny Anderson on 2024 Provincial Budget
• Adopted minutes from March 12, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting

Council will vote to adopt multiple bylaws regarding short-term rentals and fences. The meeting includes discussions on a potential permanent shelter at 1130 Canyon Street in collaboration with BC Housing. Members will also consider development permits for properties on 16th Avenue South and Northwest Boulevard.

• Adoption of multiple bylaws regulating short-term rentals
• Discussion regarding a permanent shelter at 1130 Canyon Street
• Development Permit and Variance Permit for 519 16th Avenue South
• Issuance of Development Permit for 1437 Northwest Boulevard with $6,250 security
• Adoption of the Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028)

Creston council adopted five bylaws regulating short-term rentals, two fence-related bylaws, and the Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028). Council directed staff to work with BC Housing to assess whether 1130 Canyon Street could be a viable permanent shelter site, and rescinded a 2022 resolution to dispose of that property. Council also directed staff to ask the applicant at 519 16th Avenue South to revise its development permit application to remove parking in the front setback area, and approved a $1,250 grant and a $500 Pow Wow sponsorship.

• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1977 (Short Term Rentals)
• Adopted Business Licence Amendment Bylaw No. 1978, 2024 (Short Term Rentals)
• Adopted Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 1979, 2024 (Short Term Rentals)
• Adopted Fire Services Amendment Bylaw No. 1982, 2024 (Short Term Rentals)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1994, 2024 (Short Term Rentals)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986 (Fences) and Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1995, 2024 (Fences)
• Adopted Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) Bylaw No. 1993, 2024
• Directed staff to collaborate with BC Housing on 1130 Canyon Street as a possible permanent shelter site; rescinded Resolution #155-22 on disposing of the property

Council Meeting

The meeting includes a presentation of the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and the proposed 2024 budget. Council will also review accessory dwelling unit designs and hear a report from the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area.

• Presentation of the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and 2024 proposed budget
• Approval for Cover Architecture Collaborative Inc. to develop 'Option 2' of Accessory Dwelling Unit designs
• $675 advertisement authorization for the 2024 Downtown Creston Walking Tour Brochure
• Report from Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area regarding their 2023/2024 Annual Report
• First, second, and third readings of Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1993, 2024

Creston Council received the public presentation of the proposed 2024 budget and Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) and gave Bylaw No. 1993, 2024 first, second, and third readings. Council also approved small discretionary grants, a $675 walking tour brochure advertisement, and directed staff to explore public art opportunities. All recorded motions carried; no vote tallies other than 'carried' were recorded.

• Received public presentation of Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) and 2024 proposed budget (carried)
• Gave first and second reading to Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) Bylaw No. 1993, 2024 (carried)
• Gave third reading to Five Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) Bylaw No. 1993, 2024 (carried)
• Authorized $675 advertisement in 2024 Downtown Walking Tour Brochure from Council advertising budget (carried)
• Directed staff to explore public art opportunities including sculptures, paintings, murals, photographs, and historical/cultural items (carried)
• Authorized $250 discretionary grant to Creston Valley Minor Hockey Association for U-19 Tier 4 Provincial Championships (carried)
• Authorized $500 discretionary grant to Kootenay River Secondary School for senior boys basketball provincial championship travel (carried)
• Adopted Committee of the Whole Recommendations 1 and 3 from February 20, 2024, including approving Cover Architecture Collaborative Inc. to proceed with 'Option 2' of Accessory Dwelling Unit designs (carried)

Centennial Event Advisory Committee

The Centennial Event Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss various upcoming event components. The committee will receive updates on centennial activities and the Blossom Festival, alongside discussions regarding specific projects.

• Centennial Event updates including a drone show, swag, social media campaign, and cake
• Blossom Festival update
• Project discussion regarding public art, a float, and a videographer
• Delegation from Jason Smith of Footlighters

The committee reviewed updates on drone show designs, promotional merchandise, and a social media partnership with the Creston Valley Museum. Members discussed potential legacy projects and directed staff to investigate a mural installation with CBT.

• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Directed staff to work with CBT to determine if a mural installation is possible for a legacy project

Council Meeting

Council will review a presentation on the proposed 2024 Budget and Five Year Financial Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on Accessory Dwelling Unit designs and development permits for properties on 16th Avenue South and Northwest Boulevard.

• Review of the proposed 2024 Budget and Five Year Financial Plan
• Approval of 'Option 2' for Accessory Dwelling Unit designs
• $71,250 landscaping security for development at 519 16th Avenue South
• $6,250 landscaping security for development at 1437 Northwest Boulevard
• Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2002, 2024 regarding EV charging

Council adopted the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2002, 2024 regarding EV charges. The body also authorized a wildfire fuel mitigation project on Arrow Mountain and approved a $250 grant for the Creston Valley Shrine Club.

• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2002, 2024 (EV Charges)
• Authorized Creston Community Forest to proceed with wildfire fuel mitigation on Arrow Mountain
• Approved $250 discretionary grant to Creston Valley Shrine Club
• Authorized Mayor to support Arrow Mountain Bike Trail and Wayfinding Project application
• Directed staff to develop a new Public Space Booking program
• Directed staff to proceed with public engagement for Sign Bylaw Rewrite
• Directed staff to engage Regional Accessibility Advisory Committee on Draft Accessibility Plan
• Directed staff to present Development Application Procedures and related policies at a future meeting

Public Hearing

The Town of Creston is holding a public hearing regarding Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986, 2024. This meeting includes opportunities for public statements and council consideration of the amendment.

• Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986, 2024 (Fence Regulations)

Council held a public hearing regarding Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986, 2024, which seeks to regulate fences and update various zoning uses. No public statements were made during the meeting. Council voted to receive all submissions and close the public hearing.

• Received all written and oral submissions regarding Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986, 2024 (Carried)
• Closed the public hearing regarding Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986, 2024 (Carried)

Council Meeting

The meeting includes discussions on development approval procedures and a new accessibility plan. Council will also consider several bylaw adoptions related to property access, animal care, and short-term rentals. Additionally, the agenda features requests for community grants and wildfire mitigation on Arrow Mountain.

• Bylaw amendments regarding short-term rentals
• Wildfire fuel mitigation project on Arrow Mountain
• Moore Wetland Signage Project grant application
• Adoption of bylaws for property access and animal care (hens)
• Fees and charges amendment for EV chargers

Council adopted several new bylaws regarding property access and hen ownership. They also advanced third readings for bylaws concerning short-term rentals, fences, and EV chargers, and authorized a request for a provincial task force on council conduct.

• Adopted Property Access Bylaw No. 1981 and associated fees (Carried)
• Adopted Animal Care and Responsibility Bylaw No. 1999 regarding hens (Carried)
• Read Zoning, Business Licence, Fire Service, and Fees bylaws for Short Term Rentals a third time (Carried)
• Read Zoning and Fees bylaws for Fences a third time (Carried)
• Read Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2002 for EV Chargers a third time (Carried)
• Authorized request to AKBLG for a provincial task force on uncivil behavior toward officials (Carried)
• Authorized application for Moore Wetland Signage Project grant (Carried)
• Extended IT contract with Regional District of Central Kootenay to Dec 31, 2024 (Carried)

Public Hearing

The Town of Creston is holding a public hearing regarding Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1977, 2024. This item concerns regulations for short term rentals. Council will receive oral and written submissions before closing the hearing.

• Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1977, 2024 regarding short term rentals

Creston council held a public hearing on proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1977, 2024, which would permit and regulate short-term rentals in primary residences or one attached accessory dwelling unit. No members of the public spoke, and council received all written and oral submissions and closed the hearing. The bylaw itself was not adopted at this meeting; the hearing was procedural.

• Received all written and oral submissions on Bylaw No. 1977, 2024 and closed the public hearing (motion carried)
• Adjourned the public hearing at 4:05 pm (motion carried)

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance will hold hearings regarding two applications for property setbacks. These include requests for reduced lot line setbacks at 919 Regina Street and 414 9th Avenue North.

• Variance request for 919 Regina Street to permit a 1.2-metre rear lot line setback
• Variance request for 414 9th Avenue North to permit 0.3-metre rear and side setbacks
• Adoption of the June 14, 2023, Board of Variance minutes

The Board approved two applications for variance orders regarding property setbacks. Both decisions were based on the determination that denying the requests would cause undue hardship to the applicants.

• Approved variance for 919 Regina Street to permit a 1.2-metre rear lot line setback (Carried)
• Approved variance for 414 - 9th Avenue North to permit 0.3-metre rear and interior side lot line setbacks (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council will review the 2024 budget projects and discuss a potential solar panel project for the Creston Emergency Services Building. The meeting also includes several readings of bylaws regarding property access, animal care (hens), and fencing.

• 2024 Budget Projects presentation
• Solar panels feasibility study for Creston Emergency Services Building
• Property Access Bylaw No. 1981, 2024
• Animal Care and Responsibility Bylaw No. 1999 (Hens)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986, 2024 (Fences)

Council passed the first, second, and third readings for several bylaws regarding property access and the keeping of hens. Additionally, the first and second readings were passed for zoning and fee amendments related to fences.

• Passed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Property Access Bylaw No. 1981, 2024
• Passed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1987, 2024 (Property Access)
• Passed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Animal Care and Responsibility Bylaw No. 1999 (Hens)
• Passed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2000, 2024 (Hens)
• Passed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2001, 2024 (Hens)
• Passed 1st and 2nd readings of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1986, 2024 (Fences)
• Passed 1st and 2nd readings of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1995, 2024 (Fences)
• Directed staff to light Town Hall in blue for World Thinking Day

Centennial Event Advisory Committee

The Centennial Event Advisory Committee is reviewing designs for commemorative shirts, enamel pins, and a community art project. The committee will also discuss drone show designs, video funding, and float redesigns.

• Decision on shirt designs
• Discussion of Centennial/Blossom Festival enamel pins
• Drone show design brainstorm
• Funding allocation for Chris Luke Centennial Video
• Decision on community art project shape (Blossom, Heart, or Bird)

The Centennial Event Advisory Committee recommended funding for a commemorative video and selected a bird design for a community art project. The committee also narrowed down shirt designs and brainstormed for a drone show.

• Recommended $5,000 allocation for Chris Luke's Centennial Video (Motion Carried)
• Selected bird design for community art project led by Cresteramics
• Selected two shirt designs for further refinement
• Adopted agenda for January 17, 2024 (Motion Carried)
• Adopted September 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Motion Carried)
• Adopted November 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Motion Carried)

Council Meeting

The meeting includes discussions on several bylaw amendments related to short term rentals and updates to the Backyard Hen Program. Council will also review the 2024 Core Budget and consider an application for extended hours at Casey's Community House.

• First and second readings of multiple bylaws regarding short term rentals
• Presentation on the 2024 Core Budget
• Proposed amendments to zoning, fences, and the Backyard Hen Program
• Development Permit amendment for 215 and 235 Northwest Boulevard
• $1,000 discretionary grant to Skate Canada BC/YT Section

Council passed first and second readings for five bylaws targeting short-term rental zoning, licensing, enforcement, fire services, and fees. The council also approved a $1,000 grant for a regional skating championship and extended operating hours for Casey's Community House.

• Passed 1st and 2nd readings of five short-term rental bylaws (Zoning, Business Licence, Bylaw Notice Enforcement, Fire Service, and Fees and Charges)
• Approved $1,000 discretionary grant for Kootenay Regional - Skate Canada BC/YT Section Regional Championship
• Supported Casey’s Community House application to extend operating hours to 2:00 am 7 days a week
• Directed staff to issue an amendment to Development Permit 20-11 for 215 and 235 Northwest Boulevard
• Directed staff to evaluate short-term rental business licence fees pending provincial data
• Adopted recommendations to amend Development Permit 20-11 and draft various bylaws for short-term rentals and property access

Council Meeting

Council is reviewing several regulatory updates, including new fee structures for short-term rentals and amendments to the Property Access Bylaw. Additionally, officials are appointing election officers for the upcoming March 2024 by-election.

• Development Permit amendment for Grain Elevators at 215 and 235 Northwest Boulevard
• Proposed Short Term Rental Fees and related bylaw amendments
• Amendment or replacement of Property Access Bylaw No. 763
• Appointment of Kirsten Dunbar as Chief Election Officer for the March 16, 2024 By-Election
• Letter of support for Creston Valley Regional Airport's BCAAP Grant application

Council appointed the Chief and Deputy Election Officers for the upcoming March 16 by-election. The body also directed staff to draft new bylaws regarding short-term rental fees and property access. Additionally, the Mayor was authorized to support a grant application for a regional airport generator.

• Appointed Kirsten Dunbar as Chief Election Officer and Donna Cassel and Marsha Neufeld as Deputy Election Officers for March 16 by-election
• Directed staff to draft a Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw for Short Term Rentals
• Directed staff to draft a bylaw to amend or replace Property Access Bylaw No. 763
• Directed staff to amend Development Permit 20-11 for 215 and 235 Northwest Boulevard
• Authorized Mayor to write letter of support for Creston Valley Regional Airport's BCAAP Grant for a standby generator
• Directed staff to revise the Backyard Hen Pilot Program regarding chicks and coop placement
• Referred traffic safety concerns between Highway 21 and Valleyview Drive to staff