Ladysmith public meetings in 2024

Council Meeting

The Ladysmith Council will receive the Interim Housing Needs Report and move the Official Community Plan amendment through readings and a public hearing, while also adopting several service and finance bylaws. It will consider development applications for a roundabout covenant amendment at 1130 Rocky Creek Road and permits for 128 Rollie Rose Drive, including a $23,382 landscape security requirement. The council will also give readings to the new Animal Control Bylaw and a related zoning amendment, and approve a motion changing the spokesperson provision in the Communications and Social Media Policy.

• Amend Covenant CB215820 for 1130 Rocky Creek Road with roundabout conditions and refer to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
• Issue Development Variance Permit 3090-24-06 and Development Permit 3060-21-10 for 128 Rollie Rose Drive, requiring $23,382 landscape security
• Adopt the Interim Housing Needs Report and advance Official Community Plan Bylaw 2003 No. 1488 Amendment 2023 No. 2190, including scheduling a public hearing
• Give first, second, and third readings to Animal Control Bylaw 2024 No. 2167 and Zoning Bylaw 2014 No. 1860 Amendment 2024 No. 2169
• Adopt service and finance bylaws: Sanitary Sewer Rate, Waterworks Regulations, Garbage/Recycling/Organics, Revenue Anticipation Borrowing, Downtown Development Cost Charges repeal, and Fire Services amendment

Special Council Meeting

The agenda for the Special Council Meeting on December 11, 2024, is currently listed as procedural boilerplate with no specific items attached.

Council Meeting

The agenda for the December 3, 2024 council meeting consists entirely of procedural boilerplate with no decisions, discussions, or proposals listed. No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled.

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council will consider and give first and second readings to the amendment of Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860, Amendment Bylaw No. 2173 for 10910 Westdowne Road, and direct staff to schedule a public hearing. The council will also read the Special Event Bylaw 2024, No. 2196, approve budget items for 2025 including continued part‑time development staff and additional maintenance hours, and waive purchasing policy to enter a three‑year animal control agreement costing $57,333 annually. A grant of up to $641 will be considered for the 2024 Ladysmith Family and Friends Winter Celebration.

• Rezoning of 10910 Westdowne Road – Zoning Bylaw amendment No. 2173, public hearing to be scheduled
• Special Event Bylaw 2024, No. 2196 – first, second, and third readings
• 2025 budget – continue part‑time Development Services staff and add 214 maintenance hours
• Animal Control Agreement with Coastal Animal Services – average annual cost $57,333
• Grant‑in‑aid of up to $641 for the 2024 Ladysmith Family and Friends Winter Celebration

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive the RCMP 3rd Quarter 2024 Report, a presentation of the new social media strategy, and a financial update for July‑September 2024. It will recommend that Council give first, second and third readings to Special Event Bylaw 2024 No. 2196 and direct staff to amend the Beer Garden and Special Occasion Licence Application Policy (09‑4320‑A).

• RCMP 3rd Quarter 2024 Report (July‑September)
• Social Media Strategy presentation
• 2024 Q3 (July‑Sept) Financial Update
• Recommendation for first‑through‑third readings of Special Event Bylaw 2024 No. 2196
• Recommendation to amend the Beer Garden and Special Occasion Licence Application Policy (09‑4320‑A)

Council Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council is meeting to decide on a development permit for the marina waterfront and several grant applications for emergency equipment and trail planning. The body will also vote on five bylaw amendments and review geotechnical findings for 2nd Avenue.

• Development Permit 3060-24-07 for 901 Gladden Road to allow a pedestrian walkway, parking lot grading, and a temporary office
• Grant application of $35,000 for a turnout gear decontamination washer and dryer cabinet
• Allocation of $131,250 for mountain bike trail network planning via REDIP and surplus funds
• Authorization for Cowichan Valley Regional District to manage three emergency grants up to $200,000 each
• Adoption of Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860 Amendment Bylaw 2024, No. 2194

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council will consider several bylaw amendments and adoptions, including updates to fees and charges. The meeting includes presentations on poverty reduction and transportation plan outcomes from Social Planning Cowichan.

• Adoption of Building & Plumbing Bylaw 2024, No. 2174
• Adoption of Water Supply Works Temporary Borrowing Bylaw 2024, No. 2192
• Adoption of Fees and Charges Bylaw 2008, No. 1644, Amendment Bylaw 2024, No. 2191
• Introduction of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Amendment Bylaw 2024, No. 2193
• Appointment of Tim Tanton as Deputy Approving Officer

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Amendment Bylaw No. 2185 to the Official Community Plan Bylaw 2022. The meeting also includes decisions on building bylaws, tax exemptions, and local infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for Official Community Plan Bylaw 2022, No. 2200, Amendment Bylaw No. 2185
• Proposed Building & Plumbing Bylaw 2024, No. 2174 and changes to building permit fees
• Water Supply Works Temporary Borrowing Bylaw 2024, No. 2192 for Holland Lake Dam
• Proposed notice on title for property at 517 Baden-Powell Street
• Request to display St. John's Anglican Church bell and steeple at Buller Street and 2nd Avenue

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing short-term Official Community Plan (OCP) priorities and a draft Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement. The body is also discussing potential zoning amendments and the creation of a tree protection bylaw. Other items include a financial update for the second quarter of 2024.

• Proposed 2025 OCP priorities: updating Development Cost Charge and Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaws
• Proposed Zoning Bylaw amendments to reduce minimum lot size for R-1 Zone
• Proposed creation of a tree protection bylaw
• Recommendation to include a permitted fee in the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw 2022, No. 2116
• Review of 2024 Q2 Financial Update, including vendor payments over $25,000

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council is meeting to discuss the 2025 budget for the Frank Jameson Community Centre and adopt several new bylaws. The agenda includes decisions on tax exemptions, speed limit changes, and infrastructure contracts.

• Adoption of Short-Term Rental Bylaw, 2024, No. 2188
• Contract award to Spider Excavators for Mackie Road Dam Decommissioning for $383,085 plus taxes
• Sole source contract to Ecora Engineering and Environmental Ltd. for Stocking Lake dam design for $381,439 plus taxes
• Proposed speed limit reduction to 30 km/hr on Dogwood Drive from 1st Avenue to Belaire Street
• Revitalization Tax Exemption Agreement for 32 High Street

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council will meet to decide on a late grant for the Ladysmith Skatepark Society and adopt several bylaws regarding fees, charges, and development procedures. The meeting also includes reports on Ray Knight Drive parking and the Spring Clean Up program.

• Proposed $2,500 late Grant in Aid to the Ladysmith Skatepark Society
• Adoption of Community Centre Fees and Charges Bylaw 2024, No. 2178
• Adoption of Development Procedures Bylaw 2024, No. 2179
• Adoption of Town of Ladysmith Fees and Charges Bylaw 2008, No. 1644 Amendment Bylaw No. 2182
• Discussion on parking situation on Ray Knight Drive

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review annual policing priorities and a report on Ray Knight Drive parking. Members will also discuss maintenance responsibilities for the Trans-Canada Highway and a potential new bylaw regarding invasive species.

• Ladysmith RCMP 2024 to 2025 Annual Policing Priorities presentation
• Recommendation to discontinue the annual large item Spring Clean Up program
• Infrastructure Services report on Ray Knight Drive parking
• Discussion on Trans-Canada Highway maintenance responsibilities
• Discussion regarding an Invasive Species Bylaw

Council Meeting

The Council will review official results regarding the New City Hall loan authorization bylaw. They are also scheduled to consider a new bylaw for community centre fees and charges.

• Review of Alternative Approval Process results for New City Hall Loan Authorization Bylaw 2024, No. 2166
• Three readings of Community Centre Fees and Charges Bylaw 2024, No. 2178
• Authorization for a Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft flyby during Ladysmith Days at Transfer Beach
• Authorization of the Community Works Fund agreement (2024-2034)
• Delegation from the Ladysmith and District Historical Society

Special Council Meeting

The Council is considering several bylaw amendments related to small-scale multi-unit housing. These include updates to zoning, the Official Community Plan, and development procedures.

• Amendment Bylaw No. 2186 regarding Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860
• Amendment Bylaw No. 2185 regarding Official Community Plan Bylaw 2003, No. 1488
• Amendment Bylaw No. 2187 regarding zoning and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
• Amendment Bylaw No. 2184 regarding Council Procedure
• Amendment Bylaw No. 2183 regarding Subdivision and Development Servicing

Council Meeting

The Ladysmith Council will consider awarding a strategic work plan for fire services and reviewing a license of occupation for BC Hydro DC charger stations. Other items include the Skatepark Community Painting Project, updates to the Child Protection Policy, and approval of the 2023 Annual Municipal Report.

• Award Fire Services Strategic Work Plan to Tim Pley & Associates for $38,500
• Skatepark Community Painting Project coordination with Ladysmith Skatepark Collective
• Review of BC Hydro DC Charger Stations License of Occupation
• Approval of the Town of Ladysmith 2023 Annual Municipal Report
• Approval of the Town of Ladysmith 2023 Statement of Financial Information

Council Meeting

The Council will review a contract for the Roberts Street watermain and discuss preliminary designs for 6th Avenue reconstruction. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding human trafficking awareness.

• Awarding of Roberts St. Watermain Tender (2024-IS-02) to In the Dirt Contracting Ltd for $561,209
• Reallocation of $207,505 from Oyster Bay Watermain and $45,000 from Canada Community Building Fund to Roberts St. project
• Direction to begin 6th Avenue road reconstruction preliminary design at an estimated cost of $250,000
• Delegation by Nanaimo Zonta Club regarding human trafficking and sexual exploitation awareness

Council Meeting

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding bylaw amendments for the Holland Creek area. They will also consider development permits for a 54-unit multi-family development at 670 Farrell Road. Other business includes animal control bylaws and community centre fee updates.

• Bylaw amendments for Lot A, Holland Creek
• 54-unit townhouse and multi-family development at 670 Farrell Road
• Building height increases up to 16.8m at 670 Farrell Road
• First, second, and third readings of the Animal Control Bylaw 2024
• Amendments to Community Centre Facilities Fees and Charges Bylaw 2021

Special Council Meeting

Council is considering an extension request to implement provincial small-scale multi-unit housing requirements. The meeting also addresses the Alternative Approval Process to obtain elector feedback on a new City Hall development featuring housing and commercial space.

• Extension request for Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing bylaw implementation until December 31, 2030
• Alternative Approval Process for new City Hall at 1st Avenue and Buller Street
• June 25, 2024 deadline for elector responses regarding the City Hall project

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several departmental reports including financial and fire/rescue updates. Key discussions include a proposed animal control bylaw for backyard poultry and goats, as well as changes to community centre fees and charges.

• Proposed Animal Control Bylaw to allow backyard poultry and goat vegetation management
• Proposed amendments to the Community Centre Facilities Fees and Charges Bylaw 2021, No. 2086
• 2024 Q1 (Jan-Mar) Financial Update
• Ladysmith Detachment Annual Policing Priorities for 2024 to 2025
• Potential change of Council meeting venue to Ladysmith Secondary School

Council Meeting

Council is considering zoning and Official Community Plan amendments for Lot A Holland Creek. The agenda also includes adopting new property, sewer, and water parcel tax bylaws. Additionally, Council will review a design contract award for Stocking Lake and a budget reallocation for pavement operations.

• OCP and Zoning Amendment for Lot A Holland Creek (Bylaws 2170 and 2171)
• Adoption of Property, Sewer, and Water Parcel Tax Bylaws
• Design contract award to Koers & Associates Engineering Ltd for Stocking Lake
• Reassignment of $114,000 from traffic and signage projects to pavement budget
• Road use agreement amendment with Mosaic Forest Management Corp

Council Meeting

The Council will review the 2023 audited financial statements presented by MNP Auditors. The agenda also includes development permits for a coach house at 1120 2nd Avenue and the adoption of a new video surveillance policy. Additionally, three bylaws regarding property, sewer, and water taxes are scheduled for consideration.

• First, second, and third readings for 2024 Property Tax Rates Bylaw (No. 2175)
• Contract award to MKM Projects Ltd. for 'Heart of the Hub Phase 2' ($88/hr up to $12,320 plus 5.5% fee)
• Development permit and variance for a coach house at 1120 2nd Avenue
• Adoption of Video Surveillance of Civic Property Policy 14-7010-B
• First, second, and third readings for Sewer (No. 2176) and Water (No. 2177) Parcel Tax Bylaws

Council Meeting

The Council will review a downtown parking study report and consider updates to the recreation facilities code of conduct. Members are also asked to select five designs for utility kiosk wraps at identified locations. Additionally, the Mayor may write a letter supporting a potential new school at the Ecole Davis Road property.

• Downtown Parking Study report
• Updates to Recreation Facilities Code of Conduct
• Selection of five utility kiosk wrap designs
• Letter of support for a potential school at Ecole Davis Road

Council Meeting

The Council will consider several Grant in Aid recommendations for local organizations. Additionally, staff will present a review of new legislation regarding small scale multi-unit housing.

• Grant in Aid: Ladysmith Celebrations Society ($10,000)
• Grant in Aid: Ladysmith Pride Society ($10,000)
• Grant in Aid: Art Council of Ladysmith and District ($9,250)
• Grant in Aid: Ladysmith Downtown Business Association ($5,000)
• Small Scale Multi-unit Housing legislative review

Committee of the Whole

The Committee will discuss the potential repeal of the Downtown Development Cost Charges Reduction Bylaw. Members will also review 2024 grant in aid requests and consider creating community gardens at the Urgent Care Centre.

• Review of 2024 Grant in Aid applications
• Discussion on repealing Downtown DCC Reduction Bylaw No. 1781
• Proposal for community gardens at the Urgent Care Centre
• Review of 2024 pavement priorities
• Discussion on a new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement Policy

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council will meet to discuss the adoption of a new financial plan and potential design recommendations for utility box wraps. The agenda also includes reports on canceling a mower tender and updates regarding the Heart of the Hub project.

• Adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw 2024, No. 2172
• Utility box wrap design and location recommendations for up to 15 boxes
• Cancellation of Parks Mower tender award with Oakcreek Golf & Turf
• Purchase of a Commercial Tri-Deck Rotary Mower via Canoe Procurement Group
• Updates on the Heart of the Hub – Phase 2 project

Council Meeting

The Town of Ladysmith Council is considering the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw and a community public art banner program. Additionally, council will review an acceptance of $48,000 in funding for Indigenous engagement related to the Emergency and Disaster Management Act.

• Financial Plan Bylaw 2024, No. 2172 (three readings)
• 2024 Community Public Art Banner Program selection
• $48,000 UBCM Indigenous Engagement Requirements Funding
• Letter of support for Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce Visitor Services grant

Council Meeting

The Council is considering several major municipal items including a multi-year financial plan and infrastructure improvements. Discussions include the Buller Street Revitalization Project and climate resiliency work for the Holland Lake Dam.

• Buller Street Revitalization Project: sole-source procurement and contract/lease with Catalyst Developments
• 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw: $8,398,228 from municipal taxation and $1,793,324 from police taxation
• Holland Lake Dam Capacity and Climate Resiliency Improvements: $1,081,046 award to Ecora Engineering & Resource Group Ltd.

Council Meeting

Council will consider the first, second, and third readings of a City Hall loan authorization bylaw. The agenda also includes authorizing annual moorage agreements at Oyster Bay Marina for local maritime societies. Additionally, staff will prepare reports regarding potential new parkland and subdivision transportation requirements.

• First, second, and third readings for City Hall Loan Authorization Bylaw 2024, No. 2166
• Adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2023, No. 2163
• Annual moorage agreements at Oyster Bay Marina for local maritime societies
• Termination of Artist Studio design services contract with Checkwitch Poiron Architects Inc.
• Report on dedicating 1200 Christie Road and road allowances as parkland

Committee of the Whole

The Committee will discuss dedicating 1200 Christie Road and road allowances at King Road and Gill Road as parkland. Members will also consider requiring a percentage of subdivisions to include active transportation infrastructure. Several departmental reports from late 2023 are scheduled for review.

• Parkland dedication for 1200 Christie Road and road allowances at King Road and Gill Road
• Requirement of active transportation infrastructure in a percentage of subdivisions
• Building Inspector's Report (September to December 2023)
• Coastal Animal Control Services Reports (August and September 2023)
• Ladysmith Fire/Rescue Reports (November and December 2023)

Council Meeting

Council will consider a $13,500,000 borrowing bylaw for the Buller Street Revitalization Project at 1st Avenue and Buller Street. The agenda also includes approving financial statements and directors for the Ladysmith Harbour Economic Development Corporation and reviewing a downtown zoning bylaw amendment.

• $13,500,000 borrowing bylaw for Buller Street Revitalization Project
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2163 for the Downtown C2 area
• Election of directors for Ladysmith Harbour Economic Development Corporation
• Proclamation of January 2024 as Crime Stoppers Month