Ladysmith public meetings in 2023
11 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding property amendments at 10940 Westdowne Road. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on funding for the YOUth Bloom project and the adoption of several municipal bylaws.
- Public hearing for OCP and Zoning amendments at 10940 Westdowne Road
- Endorsement of $50,000 application to Island Health Resilience and Safety Program for YOUth Bloom project
- Adoption of 2024 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 2162
- Adoption of Waterworks Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 2164
- Adoption of Sanitary Sewer Rate Amendment Bylaw No. 2165
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss capital projects for the 2024–2028 Financial Plan and a street sweeper replacement budget increase to $450,000. Additionally, three bylaws regarding borrowing and water and sewer rates are scheduled for readings.
- Amendment of street sweeper replacement budget to $450,000
- Three readings for Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 2162
- Three readings for Waterworks Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2164
- Three readings for Sanitary Sewer Rate Bylaw Amendment No. 2165
- Review of general capital projects for the 2024–2028 Financial Plan
Council Meeting
The meeting includes a public hearing for rezoning at 19 Gatacre Street and discussions regarding an Official Community Plan amendment for 10940 Westdowne Road. Council will also review the 2024-2028 Financial Plan and consider various operational budget adjustments.
- Public hearing for rezoning at 19 Gatacre Street (Bylaw No. 2150)
- OCP amendment for 10940 Westdowne Road including fossil fuel heating prohibitions
- Approval of part-time positions and increased hours for Parks, Recreation & Culture
- Purchase of a new Aquatic Pool Accessible Lift for up to $20,000
- Designation of the 1st Avenue and Gatacre Street intersection as Harmony Square
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review several municipal reports and policy updates. Discussions include a proposed new street naming policy, the dedication of Harmony Square, and various council submissions regarding public safety and local landmarks.
- Adoption of Street Naming Guidelines Policy 11 5450 A
- Dedication of 1st Avenue and Gatacre Street intersection as Harmony Square
- Discussion of fireworks permit issuance
- Discussion of traffic calming measures on Colonia Drive
- Review of 2023 Q3 (July to September) Financial Update
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing the 2024-2028 financial plan for water and sewer services, including proposed rate increases. The meeting also includes making annual appointments to various boards and committees. Additionally, the Council will discuss support for Nanaimo Regional Hospital District capital projects.
- Proposed 3% increase to sewer rates and a $360 sewer parcel tax
- Proposed 5% increase to water rates and a $459 water parcel tax
- Postponement of Bayview Brewing liquor special event area endorsement
- Appointment of Sue Bouma as Corporate Officer
- Support for Nanaimo Regional Hospital District capital projects
Council Meeting
The Council is considering a zoning amendment for a funeral home at 19 Gatacre Street. The agenda also includes authorizing applications for emergency preparedness and FireSmart grant funding. Additionally, the meeting covers poverty reduction updates and tax exemption bylaws.
- Zoning amendment for a funeral home at 19 Gatacre Street
- Cancellation of Artist Studio construction tender due to funding shortfalls
- $150,000 UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant application
- $800,000 UBCM FireSmart and Community Supports grant application
- Adoption of 2024 Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 2158
Special Council Meeting
The Ladysmith Council will meet to consider items related to labour or other employee relations. This discussion is scheduled to take place during a closed session of the special meeting.
- Closed session regarding labour relations or other employee relations
Council Meeting
The Ladysmith Council will meet to adopt amendments to the town's fees and charges bylaw and the 2023-2027 financial plan bylaw. The agenda also includes reports from previous closed sessions regarding the Ladysmith Harbour Economic Development Corporation.
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2023, No. 2151
- Adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw Amendment 2023, No. 2157
- Report on changes to the Ladysmith Harbour Economic Development Corporation articles of incorporation
- Dismissal of directors Rob Hutchins, Alan Newell, and Richard Wiefelspuett from the economic development corporation
Council Meeting
The Council is considering several financial amendments, including a new rain barrel rebate program and electric vehicle charging fees. They are also reviewing a development permit for 314 Buller Street and planning for a mountain bike trail network.
- Development Permit Amendment for rooftop mechanical equipment at 314 Buller Street
- 2024 budget approval for the Frank Jameson Community Centre
- Proposed $7,500 annual budget for a new Rain Barrel Rebate program
- $125,000 allocation for mountain bike trail network planning
- Electric Vehicle Charging fees of $1 per hour for the first two hours and $2 per hour thereafter
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing financial updates and various municipal service reports. Proposed items include new fees for electric vehicle charging and a new rain barrel rebate program. Members will also discuss per diem rate alignments and weed control permits.
- Proposed EV charging rates: $1/hour for the first three hours and $2/hour thereafter
- Proposal for a 50% rain barrel rebate up to a maximum of $75
- Creation of a $7,500 annual budget for rain barrel rebates
- Recommendation against providing Wi-Fi at Aggie Hall
- Discussion on aligning per diem rates with Provincial Government levels
Council Meeting
The Council is establishing a deliberation schedule for the 2024-2028 Financial Plan. They are also considering permissive tax exemptions for 2024 and a liquor special event area endorsement for Bayview Brewing.
- Approval of the 2024-2028 Financial Plan deliberation schedule
- Direction to prepare a one-year Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw
- Liquor Special Event Area Endorsement for Bayview Brewing at 204 Dogwood Drive
- Adoption of Council Procedure Bylaw 2009, No. 1666, Amendment Bylaw 2023, No. 2153