Lake Country public meetings in 2025

Regular Council Meeting

The council will adopt the agenda and several previous meeting minutes, hear the mayor’s report and announcements, consider two Agriculture Land Reserve applications—a garden centre at 4497 Shanks Rd and agri‑tourism campsites at 12820 Trewhitt Rd—and vote on early approval of a series of capital projects and staffing positions totaling several million dollars. It will also read the Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 1303, 2026 three times, appoint a councillor to the Okanagan Regional Library Board, and adopt pending road‑closure and zoning amendment bylaws. Additional items include delegations, departmental reports, and appointments to advisory committees.

• ALR00199 – approve non‑farm garden centre use at 4497 Shanks Rd
• TUP00116 – approve 3‑year agri‑tourism campsite permit at 12820 Trewhitt Rd
• Early approval of capital projects: $2.65 M facilities repairs, $3.1 M OK Centre watermains, $1 M Lodge Rd forcemain, $750 K Business Park servicing, $485 K fire department water tender, etc.
• Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 1303, 2026 to be read first, second and third time
• Adopt road‑closure bylaws RC2025‑004 (11011 Hallam Dr) and RC2025‑003 (15042 Oyama Rd) and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1254, 2024 for 11474 Petrie Rd

Council adopted the meeting agenda and prior minutes, approved a garden‑center use on 4497 Shanks Road, and authorized a three‑year agri‑tourism campsite permit at 12820 Trewhitt Road. The council also gave early approval to a list of 2026 capital projects and new staff positions, adopted a road‑closure bylaw for 15042 Oyama Road, rescinded and re‑read a zoning amendment for 11474 Petrie Rd, and made several appointments.

• Adopted Regular Council agenda (Carried)
• Adopted November and December prior meeting minutes (Carried)
• Supported ALR garden‑center application at 4497 Shanks Road (Carried)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit for six seasonal campsites at 12820 Trewhitt Road (Carried)
• Early approval of 2026 capital projects and new staff positions (Carried)
• Adopted Road Closure Bylaw RC2025-003 for 15042 Oyama Road (Carried)
• Rescinded and re‑read third amendment of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1254 for 11474 Petrie Rd (Carried)
• Appointed Jack Allingham to Water Services Advisory Committee (Carried)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The provided document is a procedural notice for an In Camera meeting. It contains no substantive agenda items, discussion topics, or decisions.

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee is reviewing two land-use referrals and providing input on the Official Community Plan review. The body is also meeting to adopt previous minutes.

• TUP00113: Temporary Use Permit for two RV pads and eight agri-tourism cabins at 5165 Pada Rd
• ALR00198: Application for a second residence on non-ALR land at 10220 Konschuh Rd
• Official Community Plan (OCP) review Phase II input

The Agricultural Advisory Committee adopted the amended agenda and the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted not to support Temporary Use Permit TUP00113 for 5165 Pada Rd and not to support Agricultural Land Commission application ALR00198 for 10220 Konschuh Rd. Both motions were carried.

• Adopted amended agenda (carried)
• Adopted June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (carried)
• Did not support Temporary Use Permit TUP00113 (carried)
• Did not support Agricultural Land Commission application ALR00198 (carried)

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Lake Country Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting on 2025-12-08 contains no listed items. It appears to consist only of generic placeholders and procedural sections. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission will meet to discuss budget updates and planning. The commission is also reviewing the status of several public art installations.

• PAAC Budget Update and Budget Planning
• Utility Box Covers Call Update
• Margaret Kyle Sculpture Update
• Traffic Circle Sculpture Update
• NewBirdhouse Sculpture Installation Update

The commission adopted its agenda, adding items such as the Mayor's Portrait and a public‑art inventory database. It approved a motion to revise and re‑open the utility‑box‑covers call to include submissions from all squilx/ syilx nations in the Okanagan Valley. The group decided the UBCO Capstone project was out of scope and will seek budget inclusion in May for the 2027 fiscal year. The next meeting was scheduled for March 2, 2026.

• Adopted agenda with added items (Mayor's Portrait, Public Art Inventory Database, UBCO Capstone Project, Identification Plaques) – carried
• Adopted July 9, 2025 meeting minutes – carried
• Revised utility box covers call to include all squilx/ syilx nation submissions – carried
• Determined UBCO Capstone project out of scope; will request inclusion in 2027 budget – decided
• Reported PAAC funds available: $80,469.45 – noted
• Updated public art inventory database to list 87+ pieces – updated
• Announced Sharon McCoubrey will step down from the commission in 2026 – announced
• Set next meeting for March 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. – scheduled

Water Services Advisory Committee

The Water Services Advisory Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive a 2025 operational update, and discuss the Water Restructure Policy 100 terms of reference, the Wood Lake Water System Allocation 74, the Agricultural Irrigation Usage Plan, and the upcoming budget.

• 2025 Operational Update
• Water Restructure Policy 100 Terms of Reference
• Wood Lake Water System Allocation 74
• Agricultural Irrigation Usage Plan
• Budget

The Water Services Advisory Committee adopted its agenda (with an added council update item) and adopted the October 17, 2025 minutes. It presented operational updates, including completion of the Beaver Lake dam replacement. The committee moved and seconded a recommendation that Council consider funding for a list of water capital projects and operational supplementals, which was carried.

• Adopted agenda with added item – carried
• Adopted October 17, 2025 minutes – carried
• Recommended Council approve listed water capital projects – carried
• Recommended Council approve listed water operational supplementals – carried

In Camera Meeting Notice

The agenda for the Lake Country In Camera meeting on 2025-12-02 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder with no decisions, proposals, or discussions detailed. No concrete agenda items such as rezoning, contracts, or hearings are provided.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will vote on supporting an application for up to $125,000 under the Safe and Active School Routes program and will authorize staff to apply for, receive, and manage the grant. The Council will also read for the first time the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw 1310, 2026. These are the principal items on the agenda.

• Support application for up to $125,000 Safe and Active School Routes grant
• Authorize staff to apply for, receive and manage the grant funding
• First reading of the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw 1310, 2026

The council adopted the meeting agenda and authorized staff to apply for, receive, and manage a grant of up to $125,000 for the Safe and Active School Routes program. The council also approved a motion to continue the meeting beyond four hours and read the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw 1310 for the first time.

• Adopted the Regular Council Meeting agenda (Carried)
• Approved support for a Safe and Active School Routes grant application up to $125,000 (Carried)
• Authorized staff to apply for, receive and manage the grant funding (Carried)
• Approved continuation of the meeting beyond four hours past the start time (Carried)
• Read the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw 1310 for the first time (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive an update on a proposed Phased Development Agreement. This agreement is between the District and MacDonald Lakeshore Properties Ltd. (Lakestone).

• Lakestone Phased Development Agreement update with MacDonald Lakeshore Properties Ltd.

The Committee of the Whole adopted the November 25, 2025 agenda. No other actions or decisions were recorded.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)

Public Hearing

Lake Country Council is holding a public hearing to discuss two specific land-use applications. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment on proposed bylaw changes.

• Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendment (OPZ00004) for 9730, 9750, 9764, 9778 Highway 97 and 9743, 9751 Okanagan Centre Road East
• Zoning Amendment (Z0000338) for 9971 Okanagan Centre Road East
• Proposed Bylaw 1306 2025 (2nd Reading)
• Proposed Bylaw 1301 2025 (2nd Reading)

The council conducted a public hearing on several Official Community Plan and zoning bylaw amendment applications. No motions were voted on, and no approvals, denials, or tabled items were recorded. The meeting was closed at 6:03 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear the Mayor's report and community announcements, and consider several planning applications. Key items include a rezoning amendment for 11326 Reimche Road, an Agricultural Land Reserve fill application for 12363 Pixton Rd, a road‑closure bylaw for 15042 Oyama Rd, and an Area Structure Plan for 11470 Bond Rd. The council will also review zoning amendments arising from recent public hearings.

• Zoning Amendment Z0000349: rezone 11326 Reimche Road from RM2 (Low‑Density Row Housing) to RM4 (Low‑Density Multiple Housing) with a 10 m setback covenant and easement for Lot 2.
• Agricultural Land Reserve application ALR00197: placement of fill on 12363 Pixton Rd as part of agricultural remediation.
• Road Closure Bylaw RC2025‑003 (1283, 2025): consider closing a portion of 15042 Oyama Road for land exchange.
• Area Structure Plan ASP000002: include 11470 Bond Rd within the Urban Containment Boundary, amend land‑use to High‑Density Residential and rezone to CD18.
• Zoning Amendment Z0000338: post‑public‑hearing considerations for 9971 Okanagan Centre Rd East, including possible amendment or rescission.

The council adopted several land‑use and infrastructure actions. It approved a zoning amendment for 11326 Reimche Road, adding a restrictive covenant and easement. It also approved a zoning amendment for 11470 Bond Road, updated private open‑space standards, and authorized the signing of a five‑year planning services agreement. Additional items included a road‑closure bylaw and the adoption of an Agricultural Land Reserve application.

• Approved Zoning Amendment Z0000349 for 11326 Reimche Road, adding covenant and easement (Carried)
• Supported Agricultural Land Reserve application ALR00197 for fill placement at 12363 Pixton Rd (Carried)
• Approved amendment to Bylaw 1291, 2025 for private open‑space requirements at 11470 Bond Road and forwarded to public hearing (Carried)
• Approved Road Closure Bylaw RC2025-003 for portion of 15042 Oyama Road (Carried)
• Authorized Mayor and CAO to sign RDCO‑DLC Fringe Area Planning Services Agreement (2026‑2030) (Carried)
• Read Zoning Amendment Z0000338 for 9971 Okanagan Centre Road East a third time (Carried)
• Motion to refer Zoning Amendment OPZ00004 back to staff failed (Motion Failed)
• Read Zoning Amendment OPZ00004 a third time (Carried)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The agenda for the Lake Country In Camera meeting on 2025-11-18 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural notice without specific decisions or discussions. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are detailed.

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Lake Country Agricultural Advisory Committee on November 10, 2025 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear the mayor's report, and discuss several development applications. The primary decision is the first and second readings of Zoning Amendment (OPZ00004) Bylaw 1306, 2025 for six parcels on Highway 97 and Okanagan Centre Road East, including a required road dedication and forwarding the amendment to a public hearing. Additional items include a temporary use permit for outdoor storage at 13163 Old Mission Road, a development variance permit for a secondary suite at 11735 Okanagan Centre Rd W, and a zoning amendment for 9971 Okanagan Centre Rd E that adds commercial zoning and infrastructure conditions.

• Zoning Amendment (OPZ00004) Bylaw 1306, 2025 for parcels 9730, 9750, 9764, 9778 Highway 97 and 9743, 9751 Okanagan Centre Rd E – first and second readings, road dedication, forward to public hearing
• Temporary Use Permit TUP00115 for 13163 Old Mission Road – approve 3‑year outdoor storage on residential property
• Development Variance Permit DVP00421 for 11735 Okanagan Centre Rd W – vary allowable maximum floor area of a secondary suite
• Zoning Amendment (Z0000338) Bylaw 1301, 2025 for 9971 Okanagan Centre Rd E – second reading, road dedication, active‑transport corridor, 8.0 m side‑yard setback, forward to public hearing
• Adopt 2026 Regular Council Meeting Schedule – adoption and posting of the schedule

The council adopted the Official Community Plan Amendment (Bylaw 1278) and the associated Zoning Amendment (Bylaw 1300) for 12036 Pretty Road after a public hearing. It also approved a development variance permitting a larger secondary suite at 11735 Okanagan Centre Road West and denied a temporary use permit for outdoor storage at 13163 Old Mission Road. Additional actions included adopting the 2026 council meeting schedule, supporting a non‑farm use application for Woodsdale Recreation Park, and moving forward with a zoning amendment (Bylaw 1301) for 9971 Okanagan Centre Road East to a public hearing.

• Adopt Official Community Plan Amendment (Bylaw 1278) for 12036 Pretty Rd – Carried
• Adopt Zoning Amendment (Bylaw 1300) for 12036 Pretty Rd – Carried
• Approve Development Variance Permit DVP00421 for 11735 Okanagan Centre Rd W – Carried
• Deny Temporary Use Permit TUP00115 for 13163 Old Mission Rd – Carried
• Adopt 2026 Regular Council Meeting Schedule – Carried
• Support Non‑Farm Use application for Woodsdale Recreation Park (3371, 3411, 3471 Woodsdale Rd) – Carried
• Move Zoning Amendment (Bylaw 1301) for 9971 Okanagan Centre Rd E to public hearing with conditions – Carried
• Rescind Zoning Amendment (OPZ00004) Bylaw 1295, read Bylaw 1306 first and second time – Carried (Opposed by Councillor Reed)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a summary of the Official Community Plan’s land capacity analysis for 2025. It will also review the results of Phase I community visioning engagement. No formal motions are listed; the items are for informational review.

• OCP Review and Update – Land Capacity Analysis 2025
• OCP Review and Update – Phase I Engagement Summary 2025

The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda, heard presentations on the Official Community Plan land capacity analysis and Phase 1 engagement results, and then adjourned. No motions or votes on substantive matters were recorded, so no approvals, denials, or other decisions were made.

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country In Camera meeting notice dated 2025-11-04 contains no listed agenda items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without specific decisions or discussions.

In Camera Meeting Notice

The provided document is a procedural notice for an in camera meeting. It contains no substantive agenda items, discussion topics, or decisions.

In Camera Meeting Notice

The provided document is a procedural notice for an In Camera meeting. It contains no specific agenda items, discussion topics, or decisions.

Public Hearing

The Lake Country Council is holding a public hearing to consider an amendment to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw for the property at 12036 Pretty Rd. The agenda includes a staff report, draft bylaws, and public input documents. Public comment will be taken before the council makes a resolution.

• Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendment (OCP000555 & Z0000263) for 12036 Pretty Rd.
• Public Hearing Statement (PDF)
• Staff Report to Council (Attachment E)
• Draft Bylaws (Attachment D)
• Public Comment period

The council conducted a public hearing on October 21, 2025, acknowledging unceded territory and hearing comments on traffic concerns and high‑density definitions. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The hearing was closed at 5:45 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will review several development variance permits and zoning amendments, including a proposal for multi-family residential development. The body will also consider a liquor licence referral for Cutwater Brewery and various grant applications for emergency services and economic development.

• Zoning amendment for 11375 Woodsdale Court to allow multi-family residential development
• Liquor licence referral for a lounge area at Cutwater Brewery (2910 Robinson Road)
• Grant applications for up to $30,000 for Emergency Support Services and $30,000 for Fire Department PPE
• Grant application for up to $60,000 to support Economic Development Strategy
• Proposed road closure adjacent to 11011 Hallam Drive for sale to the property owner

The council approved the Official Community Plan amendment OCP00062 and the associated Zoning Amendment Z0000253 for Copper Hill, changing land‑use designations. It also approved a zoning amendment for 11375 Woodsdale Court with conditions, several development variance permits, a liquor‑licence endorsement for Cutwater Brewery, a road‑closure bylaw, and support for multiple grant applications.

• Approved zoning amendment Z0000343 for 11375 Woodsdale Court (remove "rental only" and require land dedication and monetary contribution) – Carried
• Deferred Development Variance Permit DVP00421 for 11735 Okanagan Centre Rd W pending staff clarification – Carried
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00423 for 15519 Barkley Road – Carried
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00426 for Okanagan Centre Rd West lot – Carried
• Recommended issuance of liquor licence with lounge endorsement for Cutwater Brewery at 2910 Robinson Road – Carried
• Approved Road Closure Bylaw RC2025-004 for portion adjacent to 11011 Hallam Drive – Carried
• Supported grant applications: UBCM CEPF Emergency Support Services $30,000, UBCM CEPF Fire PPE $30,000, REDIP Economic Development $60,000, and REDIP letter of support – Carried
• Adopted Official Community Plan Amendment OCP00062 and Zoning Amendment Z0000253 for Copper Hill – Carried

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider the Phase 2 report of the Community Centre Feasibility Study. It will review the Woodsdale Recreation Park ALC Non‑Farm Use Application. The committee will examine the 2026 Capital Budget Requests and receive updates on ongoing parks and recreation projects. Any new business will be addressed before adjournment.

• Community Centre Feasibility Study: Phase 2 Report
• Woodsdale Recreation Park ALC Non‑Farm Use Application
• 2026 Capital Budget Requests
• Parks & Recreation Project Updates
• New Business

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and the June 16, 2025 minutes. It endorsed the Phase 2 recommendations of the Community Centre Feasibility Study and supported the Woodsdale Recreation Park non‑farm use application for three properties. The committee also backed the 2026 Parks & Recreation budget requests for Council consideration.

• Adopted agenda – Carried
• Adopted June 16, 2025 minutes – Carried
• Supported Community Centre Feasibility Study Phase 2 recommendations – Carried
• Supported Woodsdale Recreation Park project and recommended Council authorize non‑farm use application for 3371, 3411, 3471 Woodsdale Road – Carried
• Supported 2026 Parks & Recreation budget requests and recommended Council consider funding – Carried

Water Services Advisory Committee

The Water Services Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and minutes, then provided updates on several water infrastructure projects. It formally recommended that Council support Small Scale Farming Policy 223, 2025, and the recommendation was carried. The committee also introduced a draft Leak Credit Policy and reviewed two existing water policies for possible updates.

• Recommendation to Council to adopt Small Scale Farming Policy 223, 2025 (carried)
• Update on Beaver Lake Intake Tower Replacement project (2025 and 2026 work phases)
• Status report on Glenmore PRV & Corridor Improvements (substantially complete mid‑May 2025)
• Introduction of draft Leak Credit Policy for future WSAC discussion
• Review of Water Restructure Policy 100 and Wood Lake Water System Allocation 74 for potential revisions

The Water Services Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and the February 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It moved and seconded a recommendation that Council support Small Scale Farming Policy 223, 2025, which was carried. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Adopted meeting agenda (carried)
• Adopted February 21, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Recommended Council support Small Scale Farming Policy 223, 2025 (carried)

Agricultural Advisory Committee

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

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear the mayor's report and announcements, and consider several planning and development items. Key decisions include endorsing a development‑application process review, extending a development permit timeline, and approving a liquor‑licence capacity increase. The council will also vote on a $1,288,793 grant application for a pedestrian bridge, multi‑use pathway and pocket parks, and appoint a municipal auditor.

• Endorse Development Application Process Review (P2024-003) in principle
• Extend timeline for Development Permit DP000802 at 10660 Hwy 97 to satisfy conditions
• Approve increase to 200‑person capacity for Gray Monk Estate Winery at 1055 Camp Road
• Approve Temporary Use Permit TUP00114 for seasonal boat storage at 15792 Sawmill Road (3‑year term) and forward Non‑Farm Use ALR00196 to the Agricultural Land Commission
• Support Strategic Priorities Fund application for up to $1,288,793 to build a pedestrian bridge, multi‑use pathway across Middle Vernon Creek and two pocket parks on Main Street

The council endorsed the Development Application Process Review and extended a development permit timeline by 12 months. It approved a liquor licence for Gray Monk Estate Winery with conditions for a one‑year term. It also approved a $1,288,793 grant for a pedestrian bridge, multi‑use pathway and two pocket parks, and appointed a new municipal auditor.

• Endorsed Development Application Process Review (principle) – Carried
• Extended timeline for Development Permit DP000802 at 10660 Hwy 97 by 12 months – Carried
• Approved liquor licence for Gray Monk Estate Winery (1055 Camp Road) with conditions for a 1‑year term – Carried (amended)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00114 for seasonal boat storage at 15792 Sawmill Road for 3‑year term and forwarded Non‑Farm Use application to Agricultural Land Commission – Carried
• Supported Strategic Priorities Fund application for up to $1,288,793 for pedestrian bridge, multi‑use pathway and two pocket parks – Carried
• Appointed BDO Canada LLP as Municipal Auditor for 2025‑2029 – Carried
• Authorized encroachment and retaining‑wall reconstruction at 11090 Eva Road with requirement for long‑term agreement – Carried
• Adopted North Aberdeen Plateau Guidance Plan – Carried

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to adopt the agenda and discuss the Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan Update. No other substantive items are listed.

• Adoption of the Committee of the Whole Agenda for October 7, 2025
• Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan Update

The meeting was called to order at 5:33 p.m. and the agenda was adopted by motion and second, with the motion carried. A representative from Placemark Design Studio Inc. gave an update on the Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan. The meeting was adjourned at 6:23 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (carried)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country In Camera meeting scheduled for 2025-10-07 contains no listed agenda items. The notice provides only procedural information and does not detail any decisions or discussions. No specific items, contracts, or ordinances are presented for consideration.

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission is meeting to receive updates on several art installations and budget status. The body will also discuss the renewal of a social media and marketing contract.

• Mel Bachmann Social Media/Marketing Contract Renewal
• Pelmewash Parkway Sculpture Maintenance update
• Margaret Kyle Sculpture update
• Traffic Circle Sculpture update
• New Street Banner Installation

Public Hearing

The Lake Country Council is holding a public hearing to consider several zoning and Official Community Plan amendments. Items include a zoning amendment for industrial purposes at 380 Bubna Rd, a housing needs policy amendment, a bylaw amendment for 14198 Middle Bench Road, and a multi‑parcel OCP and zoning bylaw amendment on Highway 97 and Okanagan Centre Road East. Public comment will be taken on each item before the hearing is closed.

• Zoning Amendment for Industrial Purposes – 380 Bubna Rd (Z0000346)
• Official Community Plan Amendment – Housing Needs Policy (OCP00063)
• Bylaw amendment to Bylaw 1265 – 14198 Middle Bench Road (Z0000335)
• Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendment – six parcels on Highway 97 and Okanagan Centre Road East (OPZ00004)
• Public Hearing Statement PDF

The Lake Country Council met on September 16, 2025 for a public hearing. Agenda items included a zoning amendment for 380 Bubna Rd, an Official Community Plan housing needs policy amendment, a bylaw amendment for 14198 Middle Bench Road, and an OCP and zoning bylaw amendment for six parcels on Okanagan Centre Road East. No members of the public offered comments, and the meeting concluded without any approvals, denials, or votes recorded.

In Camera Meeting Notice

The agenda for the September 16, 2025 meeting is procedural and does not list specific topics or decisions. The meeting is designated as 'In Camera,' meaning it is closed to the public.

• Meeting designated as In Camera
• No agenda items or topics listed
• Meeting date: September 16, 2025

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear the mayor's report, and discuss community‑plan outreach. It will decide on a development variance for 11487 Darlene Road, a zoning amendment to change 9971 Okanagan Centre Road East from RR2 to C1 with a required road dedication, and a development permit for a winery at 15595 Commonage Road. The council will also decline participation in the Regional Transportation Service and consider several bylaws after public hearings, including adoption of a rural large‑parcel zoning amendment on Oyama Road.

• Approve Development Variance Permit DVP00420 to vary yard setbacks at 11487 Darlene Road
• Read and forward Zoning Amendment Z0000338 to rezone 9971 Okanagan Centre Road East from RR2 to C1, with road dedication requirement
• Approve Development Permit DP001076 for event spaces, amphitheater and gate house at 15595 Commonage Road
• Decline consent to participate in the Regional Transportation Service at this time
• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1298 for Rural Large Parcel on Oyama Road

The council approved a housing‑needs amendment to the Official Community Plan, adding requirements for family‑friendly units and support for at‑risk populations. It also approved a development variance for 11487 Darlene Road, a development permit for 15595 Commonage Road, and read a zoning amendment for 9971 Okanagan Centre Road East, directing staff to report on traffic impacts and zero‑setback objectives. Consent to join the Regional Transportation Service was declined. Several zoning amendments were adopted, including those for Bubna Road, Middle Bench Road, and Oyama Road.

• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00420 for 11487 Darlene Rd – Carried
• Read Zoning Amendment Z0000338 (Bylaw 1301) first time; staff directed to report on traffic impacts, applicant objectives, and zero setbacks – Carried as amended
• Approved Development Permit DP001076 for 15595 Commonage Rd – Carried
• Declined consent to participate in Regional Transportation Service – Carried
• Adopted Official Community Plan Amendment OCP000063 (housing needs policy) – Carried (opposed by Councillors Brett, Reed)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Z0000346 (Bylaw 1292) third time with covenant condition – Carried
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Z0000335 (Bylaw 1299) third time – Carried
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Z0000351 (Bylaw 1298) – Carried

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will receive updates on agricultural frontage calculations and the District's Climate Change Adaptation Plan. The body will also discuss engagement for the Official Community Plan update.

• Update on calculating frontage improvement works for agricultural development
• Input gathering for the Climate Change Adaptation Plan
• Official Community Plan engagement workshops for September 2025
• Review of June 19, 2025 guidelines for Permitted Additional Residences in the ALR

The Agricultural Advisory Committee did not achieve quorum, so no votes or formal decisions were taken. The agenda and previous minutes were noted, and presentations on agricultural frontage, climate change adaptation, and OCP engagement were given. The committee discussed upcoming events and conferences.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will review several Official Community Plan and zoning bylaw amendments that propose high‑density residential designations and rezoning for properties on Bond Road, Pretty Road, Highway 97 and Okanagan Centre Road, Lodge Road, and other parcels. A development permit variance for 4111 Evans Road will also be considered. The council will adopt a solid waste management regulation amendment and approve a $266 grant‑in‑aid for the Carr’s Landing Community & Recreation Association. Strategic priorities for 2024‑2026 will be adopted.

• OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendment (ASP00002) for 11470 Bond Road – rezoning to RM4 low‑density multiple housing
• OCP amendment and rezoning (OCP00055, Z0000263) for 12036 Pretty Road – change to High‑Density Residential and RM4
• OCP amendment and rezoning (OPZ00004) for six parcels on Highway 97 and Okanagan Centre Road – rezoning to RM4
• Zoning amendment (Z0000342) for 11263 Lodge Road – rezoning to RM2 low‑density row housing, pending CPCN approval
• Development Permit with Variance (DP001093) for 4111 Evans Road – approve variance to exceed 1:1 slope limit

The council adopted its Council Strategic Priorities 2024‑2026. It directed staff to write a support letter for HomeZero Collective’s clean‑energy application and approved several Official Community Plan and zoning amendments, sending them to public hearings. A development permit with variance, a $266 grant‑in‑aid, a temporary approving‑officer appointment, and a Solid Waste Management Regulation amendment were also approved.

• Adopted Council Strategic Priorities 2024‑2026 (Carried)
• Directed staff to write a support letter for HomeZero Collective’s clean‑energy project (Carried)
• Forwarded OCP and zoning amendments for Bond Road, Pretty Road, Highway 97/Okanagan Centre Road, and Middle Bench Road to public hearings (Carried)
• Approved rezoning condition requiring CPCN for 11263 Lodge Road (Carried)
• Approved Development Permit with Variance for 4111 Evans Road (Carried)
• Approved $266 Grant‑in‑Aid to Carr’s Landing Community & Recreation Association (Carried)
• Temporarily appointed Matthew Salmon as Approving Officer and Brandon Mitchell as alternate (Carried)
• Adopted Solid Waste Management Regulation Amendment Bylaw 1297, 2025 (Carried)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country District Council has scheduled an in‑camera meeting for September 2, 2025. The agenda posted contains no listed items, resolutions, or discussion topics. As a result, no decisions or public hearings are indicated for this meeting.

In Camera Meeting Notice

The agenda for the August 19, 2025, meeting is procedural and does not list specific topics for discussion.

Regular Council Meeting

Lake Country Council will adopt water and sewer rate bylaws and a zoning amendment for the Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road zone. The body also considers a temporary trailer permit and a variance for a building on Carrs Landing Road.

• Water and Sanitary Sewer Rate Bylaws 1286 and 1287
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1298 for Rural Large Parcel Oyama Road
• Temporary Use Permit TUP00112 for Lot A, Okanagan Centre Road West
• Development Variance Permit DVP00412 for 14710 Carrs Landing Rd
• Grant-in-Aid application of $1000 for Team Canada Dance

The council voted to increase the mayor’s annual remuneration by $3,000 and councillors’ remuneration by $1,200, to take effect on November 1 2026. It also approved a temporary use permit for a trailer, a development variance for an accessory building, and adopted several bylaws including solid‑waste, water and sewer regulations and a $1,000 grant‑in‑aid for a dance team.

• Approved mayor’s annual remuneration increase of $3,000 and councillors’ increase of $1,200 – Carried
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00112 for a trailer on Lot A, Okanagan Centre Road West – Carried (Opposed: Councillor Reed)
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00412 for accessory building at 14710 Carrs Landing Rd – Carried
• Approved reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1298, 2025 – Carried
• Adopted Solid Waste Management Regulation Amendment Bylaw 1297, 2025 – Carried
• Approved $1,000 Grant‑in‑Aid to Andrea Szilagyi for Team Canada Dance – Carried
• Adopted Alternative Means of Public Notice Bylaw 1293, 2025 – Carried
• Adopted Water Regulation Bylaw 1286, 2025 and Sanitary Sewer Regulation Bylaw 1287, 2025 – Carried

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to adopt the agenda and discuss two items: the Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan and the Official Community Plan Review and Update.

• Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan
• Official Community Plan Review and Update
• Adoption of Committee of the Whole Agenda

The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda by motion. Council received updates on the Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan and the upcoming Official Community Plan review, but no motions were passed or denied.

Public Hearing

The council is holding a public hearing to discuss and receive comment on Official Community Plan (OCP) and Zoning Bylaw amendments. The session specifically addresses items OCP00062 and Z0000253 regarding Copper Hill.

• OCP and Zoning Bylaw Amendments OCP00062 & Z0000253 for Copper Hill

The council conducted a public hearing on July 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Approximately 12 members of the public attended and asked questions about school capacity, road access, dust, noise, and emergency gate operation. Council staff responded to the questions, and the hearing was closed at 7:29 p.m. No motions were approved, denied, or tabled.

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country council held an in‑camera meeting on July 15, 2025. The agenda notice contains no specific items, indicating a procedural session without disclosed decisions or discussions.

Regular Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing an Official Community Plan amendment for housing policy and deciding on several utility rate and public notice bylaws. The meeting also includes a presentation on a regional tram-train connector and a grant application for local infrastructure.

• OCP Amendment (OCP00063) to update housing policy for Bill 44 compliance
• Grant application for up to $1,288,793 for a pedestrian bridge, multi-use pathway, and two pocket parks on Main Street
• Proposed $8,000 Community Engagement Grant for the Lake Country Garden Club demonstration garden
• Liquor license referral for Turtle Bay Marine Pub (2850 Woodsdale Road) to extend service hours to 2:00 AM daily
• Approval of Water Regulation and Rates Bylaw 1286 and Sanitary Sewer Regulation and Rate Bylaw 1287

The council adopted the meeting agenda with an amendment to remove item 7.4 and add item 9.2. The Official Community Plan amendment OCP00063 was read and forwarded for a public hearing. The Temporary Use Permit for three docks on Carrs Landing Road was approved with the condition that operating hours start at 7:00 a.m. The proposed change to liquor service hours for Turtle Bay Marine Pub was not approved.

• Adopted agenda with removal of item 7.4 and addition of item 9.2 (carried)
• Adopted July 8, 2025 council minutes (carried)
• Approved OCP amendment OCP00063 and forwarded to public hearing (carried)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00111 with 7:00 a.m. opening condition (carried as amended)
• Rejected proposed liquor‑service hour changes for 2850 Woodsdale Road (motion failed)

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss local art projects. The session includes the selection of images for street banners and an update on utility box art wraps.

• Lake Country Street Banner Image Selection
• Utility Box Art Wrap Update

The Public Art Advisory Commission adopted its meeting agenda. It chose 25 pieces of artwork—20 preferred and 5 alternates—for street banners. The next meeting was scheduled for September 15, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted meeting agenda (carried)
• Selected 25 banner artworks (20 preferred, 5 alternates)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 15, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will review several planning applications, including industrial rezoning and residential development. The body is also considering a new firefighter compensation policy and a grant for a community fridge.

• Proposed industrial rezoning at 380 Bubna Rd (Z0000346) to be forwarded to a Public Hearing
• Copper Hill land use changes for residential, light industrial, and park purposes (OCP00062 & Z0000253)
• Grant-in-Aid request of $2,000 for the Lake Country Community Fridge
• Adoption of Paid-on-Call Firefighter Compensation Policy 222, 2025
• Temporary Use Permit for a welding and fabrication business at 5550 Todd Road

The council approved several development permits, zoning amendments, and the adoption of a road‑closure bylaw. It also approved a $2,000 grant for the Lake Country Community Fridge and adopted a paid‑on‑call firefighter compensation policy.

• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00107 for 5550 Todd Road (Carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00400 for 11911 Okanagan Centre Rd E (Carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00415 for 10310 Teresa Road (Carried)
• Read Zoning Amendment Z0000336 (Bylaw 1288) first‑third time (Carried)
• Forwarded Zoning Amendment Z0000346 (Bylaw 1292) to public hearing (Carried)
• Read second time OCP Amendment OCP00062 (Bylaw 1284) and Zoning Amendment Z0000253 (Bylaw 1285) with land‑transfer and egress conditions (Carried)
• Approved $2,000 Grant‑in‑Aid to Lake Country Community Fridge (Carried)
• Adopted Paid‑on‑Call Firefighter Compensation Policy 222, 2025 (Carried)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country In Camera Meeting notice dated 2025-06-17 contains no listed agenda items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without specific decisions, proposals, or discussions.

Strategy Session

The council will hear a presentation by Neilson Strategies Inc. outlining a roadmap for the Economic Development and Tourism Framework. Council members will discuss how to structure the municipality’s economic development and tourism model and staffing. A Phase 1 report on the Community Centre Feasibility Study will also be presented, covering findings, space needs and next steps. No formal decisions are recorded for this meeting.

• Economic Development & Tourism Framework presentation by Neilson Strategies Inc.
• Community Centre Feasibility Study: Phase 1 Report presentation
• Acknowledgment of conducting business on unceded squilx/​syilx (Okanagan) territory

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will adopt the meeting agenda and minutes, review announcements, and consider several planning applications. It will vote on participation in a regional curbside food waste program, approve the 2024 Annual Report, and support a $5,000 PlanH Healthy Communities grant. The council will also approve a development variance for Copper Hill Road and multiple temporary use permits for agri‑tourism. Finally, it will authorize the 2025‑2026 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement.

• Approve the 2025‑2026 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement for service April 1 2025 – March 31 2026.
• Approve participation in the Regional District of Central Okanagan’s Curbside Food Waste Program.
• Support a PlanH Healthy Communities Grant – Community Connectedness for up to $5,000.
• Approve Development Variance Permit DVP00419 to remove the emergency access route requirement for the extension of Copper Hill Road.
• Approve Temporary Use Permits TUP00108 (1525 Camp Rd), TUP00109 (14041 Talbot Rd), and TUP00110 (14405 East Hill Rd) for agri‑tourism short‑term rentals.

The council authorized the 2025‑2026 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement for service from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. It approved several development and temporary‑use permits, including a road extension variance and three agri‑tourism accommodations, with one permit requiring a mid‑process report. The council declined to join the regional curbside food‑waste collection program and approved a $5,000 PlanH Healthy Communities grant application.

• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00419 (extension of Copper Hill Road) – Carried (opposed by Councillor Reed)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00108 for agri‑tourism at 1525 Camp Road – Carried
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00109 for agri‑tourism at 14041 Talbot Road – Carried
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00110 for agri‑tourism at 14405 East Hill Road with mid‑process reporting requirement – Carried as amended
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00407 for addition at 9710 Okanagan Centre Rd E – Carried
• Declined to support participation in the Regional District’s curbside food waste program – Carried
• Authorized the 2025‑2026 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement (April 1 2025 – March 31 2026) – Carried
• Approved a $5,000 PlanH Healthy Communities Grant application and authorized staff to manage it – Carried

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider load restrictions for Pelmewash Parkway. It will also review the Phase 1 feasibility study for a new community centre. Additional agenda items include updates on parks and recreation projects and any new business.

• Pelmewash Parkway load restrictions
• Community Centre Feasibility Study: Phase 1 Report
• Parks & Recreation project updates
• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of minutes

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee adopted its June 16 agenda and the March 31 meeting minutes. The committee deferred the Pelmewash Parkway load restrictions item to a future meeting. No other decisions were made.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of March 31, 2025 (Carried)
• Deferred Pelmewash Parkway load restrictions to a future meeting

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the May 12 meeting minutes. It will vote to support Development Variance Permit DVP00400, reducing the front setback from 15 m to 5.73 m for the animal shelter at 11911 Okanagan Centre Road East. The committee will consider an update to Agricultural Land Reserve ALR00195 for 12192 Oceola Road, review new terms of reference, and seek public feedback on the Draft Regional Agricultural Strategy.

• Support Development Variance Permit DVP00400 to reduce front setback from 15 m to 5.73 m at 11911 Okanagan Centre Road East (animal shelter)
• Update to Agricultural Land Reserve ALR00195 for 12192 Oceola Road (Council Resolution)
• Review of new Agricultural Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Release of Draft Regional Agricultural Strategy for public feedback (survey link provided)
• Provincial newsletter on groundwater update (June 2025) and BC Gov bulletin on livestock wildfire risk

The Agricultural Advisory Committee approved a development variance to reduce the front setback for an animal shelter at 11911 Okanagan Centre Road East. It also referred the non‑adhering residential use application (ALR00195) back to staff for revision and directed staff to develop a temporary farm worker housing policy and report back to Council. The agenda and previous meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00400 to reduce front setback (carried)
• Referred ALR00195 residential use application back to staff for revision (carried)
• Directed staff to research and develop a temporary farm worker housing policy (carried)
• Directed staff to report back to Council on the housing policy (carried)
• Adopted the June 9, 2025 agenda (carried)
• Adopted the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (carried)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country council scheduled an in-camera meeting for June 3, 2025. The agenda notice does not list any specific items, proposals, or decisions. As a result, no concrete actions or discussions are documented for this meeting.

Regular Council Meeting

Lake Country Council will review a development permit for a mixed-use building and a budget allocation for a connecting road. The meeting also includes the adoption of wildlife attractant bylaws and a road closure for residential use.

• Development Permit DP001059 for a 6-storey mixed-use development at 11437 Bottom Wood Lake Road
• $265,000 budget allocation for Hwy 97 to Glenmore Rd Connecting Road Design
• Road Closure Bylaw (RC2024-003) for a portion of road adjacent to 1210 8th Street
• Adoption of Wildlife and Vector Attractant Bylaw 1280, 2025 and Amendment Bylaw 1281, 2025
• Update to Council Procedures Bylaw 1282, 2025 regarding meeting management

The council approved a development permit with variance for a six‑storey mixed‑use project at 11437 Bottom Wood Lake Road. It adopted a road‑closure bylaw for 1210 8th Street and amended the Agricultural Advisory Committee terms of reference. The 2025 financial plan was amended to allocate $265,000 from the Transportation Infrastructure Reserve for conceptual design of the Hwy 97 to Glenmore Rd connecting road. Additional actions included rescinding a wildlife bylaw, appointing a new Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee member, and passing a resolution urging provincial modernization of wastewater regulations.

• Approved Development Permit with Variance DP001059 for 11437 Bottom Wood Lake Road – carried
• Adopted Road Closure Bylaw RC2024-003 for 1210 8th Street – carried
• Amended Agricultural Advisory Committee Terms of Reference – carried
• Allocated $265,000 for Hwy 97‑Glenmore Rd connecting road design – carried
• Read Council Procedures Bylaw 1282, 2025 a first, second and third time – carried (opposed by Councillors McKenzie and Reed)
• Rescinded Wildlife and Vector Attractant Bylaw 1280, 2025 – carried
• Appointed Rebecca Frechette to Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee – carried
• Passed UBCM resolution requesting provincial review of wastewater regulations – carried

Strategy Session

The council will begin with an acknowledgment of conducting business on the unceded territory of the syilx (Okanagan) peoples. It will then review an update to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw to align with the Local Government Act – Bill 44. The item notes policy and regulatory changes needed to comply with provincial legislation, but no specific decisions or attachments are listed.

• Acknowledgment of unceded territory of the syilx (Okanagan) peoples
• Review of Official Community Plan update related to Bill 44
• Discussion of policy and regulatory changes to comply with provincial legislation

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission will review its budget, consider ways to diversify funding, and solicit artists for street banner and utility‑box cover projects. It will also receive updates on the Margaret Kyle and Traffic Circle sculptures, as well as on marketing and maintenance activities.

• PAAC Budget Update
• Subcommittee to research ways to increase and/or diversify PAAC funding sources
• Street Banner Replacement Call for Artists
• Utility Box Cover Call for Artists
• Margaret Kyle Sculpture Update

The Public Art Advisory Commission adopted its agenda and the March 3 minutes. It approved a $6,000 honorarium for the upcoming street banner art pieces. The commission created a sub‑committee to explore new funding sources for PAAC. Maintenance of the Pelmewash sculpture was scheduled with an estimated cost of $4,800.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Adopted March 3 minutes (Carried)
• Approved up to $6,000 honorarium for street banner art (Carried)
• Formed sub‑committee (Sharon McCoubrey, Emma Simpson, Janice Larson) to research PAAC funding
• Deferred Margaret Kyle sculpture update to next meeting
• Scheduled Pelmewash sculpture maintenance, estimated cost $4,800

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider a non‑adhering residential use application (ALR00195) to permit 79 temporary farm worker housing units in 17 trailers at 12192 Oceola Road. It will adopt the Liquid Waste Management Plan Stage 3 Report and read the Wildlife and Vector Attractant Bylaw No. 1280, 2025 along with its amendment Bylaw 1281, 2025. The council will also repeal the 2012 Agricultural Advisory Committee Terms of Reference and adopt the updated 2025 version.

• ALR00195 application to allow 79 temporary farm worker housing units in 17 trailers at 12192 Oceola Road
• Adoption of the Liquid Waste Management Plan Stage 3 Report
• First, second and third readings of Wildlife and Vector Attractant Bylaw No. 1280, 2025
• First, second and third readings of BNE and MTI Amendment (Wildlife Vector) Bylaw 1281, 2025
• Repeal of 2012 Agricultural Advisory Committee Terms of Reference and adoption of the 2025 draft

The council approved the Wildlife and Vector Attractant Bylaw No. 1280, 2025 and amended Bylaw 1281, 2025 to adjust penalties. It directed staff to work with an applicant to reduce a proposed temporary farm‑worker housing project and to develop a municipal housing policy. The Liquid Waste Management Plan Stage 3 Report was adopted, and the Agricultural Advisory Committee Terms of Reference were updated.

• Adopted Wildlife and Vector Attractant Bylaw No. 1280, 2025 (Carried, opposed by Councillor McKenzie)
• Amended Bylaw 1281, 2025 to adjust penalties (Carried, opposed by Councillor McKenzie)
• Directed staff to work with applicant to reduce size/location of temporary farm‑worker housing at 12192 Oceola Road (Carried)
• Directed staff to develop a temporary farm‑worker housing policy (Carried)
• Adopted Liquid Waste Management Plan Stage 3 Report (Carried)
• Replaced 2012 Agricultural Advisory Committee Terms of Reference with updated version (Carried)
• Adopted agenda for the meeting (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from May 6 and May 8 meetings (Carried)

Strategy Session

The Lake Country Council will receive an update on the Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan and discuss the mid‑project status of the Development Approval Process Review. Council members will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide input on both items. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Lake Country Business Park Area Structure Plan update
• Development Approval Process Review mid‑project update

In Camera Meeting Notice

The agenda for the Lake Country In Camera meeting on 2025-05-20 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural with no specific agenda items.

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee is reviewing three Temporary Use Permit applications for short-term rental accommodations on properties in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The committee is also following up on agricultural bus tours and reviewing reports on tree-fruit support and pesticide certification.

• TUP00108: Short-term rental accommodation for agri-tourism at 1525 Camp Road
• TUP00109: Short-term rental accommodation for agri-tourism at 14041 Talbot Road
• TUP00110: Short-term rental accommodation for agri-tourism at 14405 East Hill Road
• Review of Agriculture in Action Bus Tours final report
• Discussion of Pesticide Applicator Certification and InvasivesBC

The Agricultural Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and the April 14 meeting minutes. It approved three Temporary Use Permits for agri‑tourism short‑term rentals at 1525 Camp Road, 14041 Talbot Road (with conditions), and 14405 East Hill Road. All motions were carried.

• Adopted agenda (including Terms of Reference discussion) – Carried
• Adopted April 14, 2025 minutes – Carried
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00108 for 1525 Camp Road – Carried
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00109 for 14041 Talbot Road (subject to conditions) – Carried
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00110 for 14405 East Hill Road – Carried

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will adopt the 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw 1275 after completing three public‑hearing readings held on May 6, 2025. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and adjournment.

• Adopt the meeting agenda
• Read and adopt 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw 1275 (first, second, third readings on May 6, 2025)
• Public hearing on the tax rates bylaw
• Adjournment of the special council meeting

The council adopted its meeting agenda and approved the 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw 1275 after a public hearing. Both motions were carried without recorded vote counts. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted meeting agenda (carried)
• Adopted 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw 1275 (carried)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific topics, decisions, or discussions listed for this meeting.

Regular Council Meeting

The council will adopt the agenda and minutes, approve the 2024 audit and financial statements, and consider several planning applications. Key items include rezoning two parcels on Carrs Landing Road, a multi‑family development permit at Bottom Wood Lake Road, and new tax rate multipliers. The council will also approve the results of a boundary adjustment that would transfer five properties from Kelowna to Lake Country.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1271, 2025 – rezoning 15490 Carrs Landing Road from RR1 to RR2 with future water‑connection covenant and 3.0 m vegetative buffer at Kopje Park
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1272, 2025 – rezoning Lot 2 EPP83942 Carrs Landing Road from RR1 to RR2 with similar covenants
• Development Permit DP001072 – approval for multi‑family residential development at 9751 & 9819 Bottom Wood Lake Road
• Tax Rates Bylaw 1275, 2025 – set assessment class multipliers at 4.93:1 (Class 05) and 2.46:1 (Class 06)
• Approval of the District of Lake Country’s 2024 draft Audit and Financial Statements

The council adopted its agenda and April 15 minutes, approved the 2024 draft financial statements, and approved a development permit for a multi‑family residential project at 9751 and 9819 Bottom Wood Lake Road. It declined to read two rezoning applications for Carrs Landing Road, set tax multipliers for Assessment Classes 05 and 06, and approved the transfer of five properties from Kelowna to Lake Country. The council also appointed three members to the Council Remuneration Task Force.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adopted April 15 minutes (carried)
• Approved 2024 draft Financial Statements (carried)
• Rezoning applications Z0000246 and Z0000254 not read (carried)
• Approved Development Permit DP001072 for multi‑family residential at 9751 & 9819 Bottom Wood Lake Road (carried)
• Approved Tax Rates Bylaw 1275, 2025 tax multipliers 4.93:1 for Class 05 and 2.46:1 for Class 06 (carried)
• Approved certification of results for boundary adjustment transferring 5 properties from Kelowna to Lake Country (carried)
• Appointed Donna Kirsch, Bob McCoubrey, and Charlene Undseth to Council Remuneration Task Force (carried)

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Parcel Tax Review Panel will meet to review the 2025 Parcel Tax Roll. Members will consider a recommendation to confirm and authenticate the roll in accordance with Section 206 of the Community Charter. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, appointment of a chair, and a statement from the chair.

• Confirmation and authentication of the 2025 Parcel Tax Roll

The panel appointed Councillor Cara Reed as Chair by consensus. The members moved, seconded and carried a motion to confirm and authenticate the 2025 Parcel Tax Roll as presented by the Collector, in accordance with Section 206 of the Community Charter. No other business was taken.

• Councillor Cara Reed appointed as Chair (consensus)
• 2025 Parcel Tax Roll confirmed and authenticated (motion carried)

Strategy Session

Council will receive a presentation on the draft Stage 3 Report of the Liquid Waste Management Plan. Staff will provide an overview of the report's content, objectives, and community feedback for Council's information prior to potential adoption.

• Presentation of Liquid Waste Management Plan Stage 3 Report

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will adopt several zoning amendment bylaws for properties on Woodsdale Road and Reimche Road, as well as a subdivision and development servicing amendment. It will also allocate the 2024 general fund surplus of $8,888 to the reserve and the sewer fund surplus of $210,378 to the sewer capital reserve. Additionally, the council will adopt an amendment to Grants‑in‑Aid Policy 175, 2019 to include athletic and sporting events.

• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1251 (Z0000337) to rezone 3551 & 3583 Woodsdale Road from RU1 to RM5
• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1266 (Z0000277) to rezone 3118 Reimche Road from RM4 to RM5
• Adopt Subdivision and Development Servicing Amendment Bylaw 1269, 2025
• Allocate $8,888 general fund surplus to the general fund reserve
• Allocate $210,378 sewer fund surplus to the sewer capital reserve

The council adopted the meeting agenda and the April 1 minutes. It allocated the 2024 general fund surplus of $8,888 to the general fund reserve and the sewer fund surplus of $210,378 to the sewer capital reserve. The Grants‑in‑Aid Policy was amended to include high‑level sporting events, and several zoning and development bylaws were adopted. Emma Simpson was appointed to the Public Art Advisory Commission for a three‑year term.

• Adopted meeting agenda (carried)
• Adopted April 1, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Allocated $8,888 general fund surplus to reserve (carried)
• Allocated $210,378 sewer fund surplus to capital reserve (carried)
• Amended Grants‑in‑Aid Policy to include high‑level sporting events (carried)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1251, 2024 (RU1 → RM5) (carried)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1266, 2025 (RM4 → RM5) (carried)
• Appointed Emma Simpson to Public Art Advisory Commission (3‑year term) (carried)

Strategy Session

The council will receive an update on the Official Community Plan review for 2025‑2026, including a draft Terms of Reference and an Engagement Plan. The Planning team will present the workplan for the OCP update. The Infrastructure and Development Engineering Department will present its recent forecasting work to ensure future growth can be serviced. No formal decisions are noted for this session.

• Official Community Plan 2025‑2026 – draft Terms of Reference (Attachment A)
• Official Community Plan 2025‑2026 – Engagement Plan (Attachment B)
• Lake Country 2025 Workplan (Attachment C)
• Infrastructure forecasting presentation by the Infrastructure and Development Engineering Department

In Camera Meeting Notice

The provided document is a procedural notice for an in camera meeting. It contains no specific agenda items, discussion topics, or decisions.

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to review a proposal for temporary farm worker housing and discuss a subdivision application. The body will also review various provincial agricultural programs and food security initiatives.

• Application ALR00195 to permit 79 temporary farm worker housing units in 17 trailers at 12192 Oceola Road
• Discussion on subdivision application S0000631 Phase 4
• Review of Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership involving $1 billion in federal and $2.5 billion in cost-shared funding
• Information on backyard chicken regulations for RR3 and RU1 zoned properties under 500m2
• Review of the BC On-Farm Technology Adoption Program

The agenda and the February and March 2025 meeting minutes were adopted. The application for 79 temporary farm‑worker housing units at 12192 Oceola Road was not supported and the motion failed. The subdivision application S0000631 Phase 4 was approved, conditional on a Section 219 restrictive covenant that requires a 6‑metre buffer, native vegetation, and notice of regular agricultural activities. All other items were discussed for information only.

• Adopted April 14, 2025 agenda (carried)
• Adopted February 10, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adopted March 10, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Rejected ALR00195 temporary farm‑worker housing at 12192 Oceola Rd (motion fails)
• Approved subdivision application S0000631 Phase 4 with Section 219 covenant (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will review an implementation plan for transit service improvements and a proposal to create a Slope Stability Reserve. The meeting also includes decisions on temporary use and development variance permits.

• Adoption of the Integrated Transit Strategy - Phase 3 Final Report
• Creation of a Slope Stability Reserve and reallocation of $200,000 from the Financial Stabilization Reserve
• Temporary Use Permit TUP00104 for construction equipment parking at 9770 Read Road
• Development Variance Permit DVP00410 for dwelling height at 11011 Okanagan Centre Road West
• Proposed deletion of clause 4.4 in Council Interaction with Developers Policy 207, 2023

The council approved the Integrated Transit Strategy Phase 3 Implementation Plan and two land‑use permits: a Temporary Use Permit for 9770 Read Road and a Development Variance Permit for 11011 Okanagan Centre Road West. It amended Reserve Fund Policy 195 and re‑allocated $200,000 from the Financial Stabilization Reserve to the Slope Stability Reserve. A motion to delete clause 4.4 of Policy 207 was deferred for a future meeting.

• Adopted Integrated Transit Strategy – Phase 3 Final Report (Implementation Plan) – Carried
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TUP00104 for 9770 Read Road – Carried
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP00410 for 11011 Okanagan Centre Road West – Carried
• Amended Reserve Fund Policy 195 and re‑allocated $200,000 to the Slope Stability Reserve – Carried
• Read Reserve Fund Amendment Bylaw 1273, 2025 – Carried
• Read 2024‑2028 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw 1274, 2025 – Carried
• Read Subdivision and Development Servicing Amendment Bylaw 1269, 2025 – Carried
• Deferred Councillor Reed’s motion to delete clause 4.4 of Policy 207 – Carried (deferred)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The agenda notice for Lake Country, British Columbia lists no specific items. The meeting is designated as an in-camera session on April 1, 2025. No decisions, contracts, or hearings are detailed in the provided document.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider load restrictions for Pelmewash Parkway. It will review the 2025 Parks & Recreation capital budget requests. The committee will discuss the feasibility study for a new community centre. Updates on ongoing parks and recreation projects will also be provided.

• Pelmewash Parkway load restrictions
• 2025 Parks & Recreation capital budget requests
• Community Centre feasibility study
• Parks & Recreation project updates

The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting. It appointed Mike Hazen as Chair for the year 2025. The Pelmewash Parkway load‑restriction item was deferred to a future meeting. No other formal decisions were made.

• Adopt agenda (carried)
• Adopt minutes from Nov. 25, 2024 (carried)
• Appoint Mike Hazen as Chair for 2025 (carried)
• Defer Pelmewash Parkway load‑restriction item (deferred)

Regular Council Meeting

Lake Country Council will consider adopting several zoning amendments, including bylaws for backyard chickens and specific property changes, along with a new Development Cost Charge bylaw and various development permits.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1246, 2024 (Backyard Chickens)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1268, 2025 (Lot 11 - 18451 Crystal Waters Road)
• Sanitary Sewer Regulation and Rate Amendment Bylaw 1270, 2025
• Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw 1233, 2024
• Development Variance Permit DVP00411 (5617 Oyama Lake Road)

In Camera Meeting Notice

The posted agenda for the Lake Country In Camera meeting on 2025-03-18 contains no listed items, only generic headings and placeholders. No specific decisions, discussions, or proposals are detailed in the document. Consequently, there are no concrete agenda items to summarize.

Strategy Session

The council will hold a strategy session to receive an update on community water treatment needs. The discussion will cover efforts to reaffirm existing plans and ongoing work to address water quality challenges.

• Update on long-term water treatment and servicing

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will consider a Temporary Use Permit for construction equipment storage at 9770 Read Road. It will also review three Agricultural Land Reserve applications: rebuilding a dwelling at 14550 Middle Bench Road, and permitting 79 farm worker housing units in 17 trailers at 12192 Oceola Road. The committee will adopt the agenda and minutes and receive updates on provincial agriculture initiatives.

• Temporary Use Permit TUP00104 for 9770 Read Road to allow construction equipment parking until March 18, 2028
• ALR00191 application to rebuild an existing dwelling at 14550 Middle Bench Road
• ALR00195 application to permit 79 farm worker housing units in 17 trailers at 12192 Oceola Road, subject to site‑plan and landscape buffer conditions
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Adoption of February 10, 2025 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

The Lake Country Council will vote on adopting the 2025-2029 Financial Plan and a zoning amendment for Crystal Waters Road. The body is also discussing a boundary adjustment to transfer five properties from Kelowna to Lake Country and updates to sanitary sewer rates.

• Adoption of 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw 1255, 2025
• Proposed transfer of 5 properties from City of Kelowna to District of Lake Country
• Grant application for $98,000 for Creekside Theatre sound system (total cost $200,000)
• Sanitary Sewer Regulations and Rates Amendment Bylaw 1270, 2025
• Temporary Use Permits for 12474 Oyama Road and 5325 Todd Road

In Camera Meeting Notice

The provided document is a procedural notice for an In Camera meeting. It contains no substantive agenda items, discussion topics, or decisions.

Strategy Session

The council will receive a staff overview of the 2025‑2026 workplan for updating Lake Country's Official Community Plan. The update aims to satisfy Province Bill 44 land‑use requirements, address 20‑year residential growth estimates, and incorporate an affordable housing policy. Council members will have the chance to give feedback on the proposed workplan.

• Official Community Plan Review and Update (PDF attachment)
• Lake Country 2025 Workplan (PDF attachment)
• Discussion of Bill 44 compliance and residential growth forecasts
• Consideration of an affordable housing policy for the district
• Potential recommendations from the Development Approvals Program Review (2025)

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission will meet on March 3, 2025 to adopt its agenda and minutes, select a chair, and discuss funding for 2024/2025. The commission will review goals and projects for 2025, receive updates on the Traffic Circle Sculpture Project, and consider proposals for marketing, the mayor’s portrait, a new Margaret Kyle sculpture, and street banner replacement. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session and adjournment.

• PAAC Funds for 2024/2025
• Goals/Projects for 2025
• Update on the Traffic Circle Sculpture Project
• Mel Bachmann's Proposal for Marketing/Promotion
• Street Banner Replacement

Water Services Advisory Committee

The Water Services Advisory Committee meeting on February 21, 2025 will discuss several water‑related plans, including the Beaver Lake & Vernon Creek Water Management Plan, a Liquid Waste Management Plan for reclaimed water, and the terms of reference for an Agricultural Irrigation Usage Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion on small‑scale farm water use and the election of a chair. No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda.

• Beaver Lake & Vernon Creek Water Management Plan
• Liquid Waste Management Plan – Reclaimed Water
• Agricultural Irrigation Usage Plan – Terms of Reference
• Small Scale Farm Use
• Election of Chair

Regular Council Meeting

The council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear the mayor's report and announcements, and consider several decisions. Items include supporting an Agricultural Land Reserve application for an additional single‑family dwelling at 13402 Talbot Road, reading the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw 1255 a second and third time and carrying forward $16,490,713, and backing a $100,000 UBCM Next Generation 911 grant application. The council will also adopt two road‑closure bylaws for 11th Street and Trask Road.

• Approve ALR00193 application for an additional single‑family dwelling at 13402 Talbot Road
• Read 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw 1255 a second and third time; carry forward $16,490,713
• Support application for up to $100,000 UBCM Next Generation 911 grant
• Adopt Road Closure Bylaw 1210 (11th Street)
• Adopt Road Closure Bylaw 1237 (15851 Trask Road)

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, elect a chair, and consider several land‑use applications. It will vote to support the renewal of Temporary Use Permit TUP00095 for a home‑based automotive shop at 5325 Todd Road, and to support ALR applications for an RV campground at 12820 Trewitt Road and an additional dwelling at 13402 Talbot Road. The committee will also receive updates on zoning bylaw amendments for backyard chickens and for agri‑tourism at 14198 Middle Bench Road.

• Renewal of Temporary Use Permit TUP00095 for a home‑based automotive and equipment repair shop at 5325 Todd Road
• ALR00192 application to permit a short‑term RV campground (agri‑tourism accommodation) at 12820 Trewitt Road
• ALR00193 application to allow construction of an additional single‑family dwelling at 13402 Talbot Road
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment proposal to authorize backyard chickens
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment proposal for agri‑tourism accommodation at 14198 Middle Bench Road

Regular Council Meeting

The Council will decide on the adoption of several zoning and Official Community Plan (OCP) amendments following public hearings. The meeting also includes the potential repeal of an ALR exclusion policy and the adoption of a borrowing bylaw.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1265, 2025 for 14198 Middle Bench Rd
• OCP and Zoning Amendment Bylaws 1247 and 1248 for 9751 & 9819 Bottom Wood Lake Road
• OCP and Zoning Amendment Bylaws 1249 and 1250 for O’Rourke Family Vineyard
• Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 1267, 2025
• Repeal of ALR Exclusion Application Policy 2007-082

Public Hearing

The council is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed zoning bylaw amendment. This meeting focuses on the property located at 14198 Middle Bench Road.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment 1265, 2025 regarding 14198 Middle Bench Road (Z0000335)

Strategy Session

The council will receive an update on the progress of the Liquid Waste Management Plan, including timelines for reviewing the draft Stage 3 report. Staff will also seek council input on the current funding structure for the district's sewer system, focusing on transitioning away from parcel taxes. No decisions are recorded for this meeting.

• Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP) update and draft Stage 3 report timeline
• Discussion of sewer system funding, aiming to move away from parcel taxes

In Camera Meeting Notice

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, discussions, or items listed for this meeting.

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country council held an in-camera meeting on January 21, 2025. The agenda contains no listed items, indicating only procedural or confidential discussion.

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider a series of planning and development matters, including adoption of an Official Community Plan amendment and several zoning changes for properties on Tyndall Road and Reimche Road. It will also vote on a budget increase for the Community Hall Capital Grant, raising the annual allocation to $24,000 and providing $8,000 each to three community halls. Additional items include a revenue anticipation borrowing bylaw and approvals for various development permits and variances.

• Adopt Official Community Plan Amendment (Bylaw 1263, OCP00061) for 2024
• Rezone Lot 63 Tyndall Road from RR1 to RU1 (Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1261)
• Approve Development Permit with Variance DP000839 for 11551 Bottom Wood Lake Road
• Increase Community Hall Capital Grant to $24,000 and allocate $8,000 each to Winfield Memorial Hall, Okanagan Centre Hall, and Oyama Community Club
• Read Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 1267, 2025 for temporary borrowing

Public Hearing

The council held a public hearing on Jan 21, 2025. Items included a hearing statement, two OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendment proposals—one for 9751 & 9819 Bottom Wood Lake Road and another for the O'Rourke Family Vineyard—and opportunities for public comment. No items were selected for further action.

• OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendment OPZ00002 for 9751 & 9819 Bottom Wood Lake Road
• OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendment OPZ00003 for O'Rourke Family Vineyard
• Public Hearing Statement (PDF)
• Public comment period
• Closure of public hearing (no item selected)

Regular Council Meeting

Council is reviewing several planning applications, including a liquor license for a cidery and agri-tourism accommodations. The meeting also includes votes on business license fees, backyard chicken regulations, and development cost charges.

• Liquor license referral for Folktale Cider at 3950 Irvine Road
• Zoning amendment for agri-tourism accommodation at 14198 Middle Bench Road
• Zoning amendment for backyard chickens (Bylaw 1246, 2024)
• Adoption of Fees Amendment (Business Licence) Bylaw 1244, 2024
• Development Cost Charge (DCC) Amendment Bylaw 1233, 2024

Public Hearing

The Lake Country Council will hold a public hearing to consider an Official Community Plan amendment (OCP00061, Map 6) and a zoning bylaw amendment (Z0000341) that would allow backyard chickens. Agenda items include a public hearing statement and opportunities for public comment. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; the council will discuss and potentially vote on the amendments.

• Official Community Plan Amendment OCP00061 – Map 6
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment Z0000341 – Backyard Chickens
• Public Hearing Statement document
• Public comment period for both amendments

Strategy Session

The council will acknowledge that the meeting is held on the unceded territory of the Squilx/Syilx peoples. Staff will present an overview of the Carr’s Landing Road Improvement Strategy prepared by Align Engineering, which considers existing and planned infrastructure, the proposed O’Rourke Family Vineyard expansion, and the creation of a Direct Control Zone. The council will discuss next steps for implementing the strategy.

• Acknowledgment of unceded Squilx/Syilx territory
• Carr’s Landing Road Improvement Strategy – holistic mobility plan by Align Engineering, includes O’Rourke Family Vineyard expansion and Direct Control Zone

In Camera Meeting Notice

The Lake Country In Camera meeting scheduled for 2025-01-14 contains no listed agenda items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided notice.