Lions Bay, British Columbia

Climate Action Committee

The Lions Bay Climate Action Committee is scheduled to meet on July 28, 2026. The agenda is currently listed as procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions or topics detailed.

• Meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026
• Procedural agenda status

Council Meeting

This agenda for the September 1, 2026 Council meeting of Lions Bay, BC consists solely of procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software. No actual agenda items—such as reports, bylaws, or public hearings—are listed or described.

Committee of the Whole

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Infrastructure Committee

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Council Meeting

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Climate Action Committee

The Lions Bay Climate Action Committee is meeting on September 29, 2026, but the agenda contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software and no specific items, proposals, or decisions for discussion.

Council Meeting

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Infrastructure Committee

The Lions Bay Infrastructure Committee is scheduled to meet on October 13, 2026. The agenda text provided is procedural boilerplate with no specific items, decisions, or discussions listed.

Council Meeting

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Climate Action Committee

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Council Meeting

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Infrastructure Committee

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Council Meeting

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Climate Action Committee

The Lions Bay Climate Action Committee meeting on 2026-11-24 has no agenda items provided in the document.

Council Meeting

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Infrastructure Committee

The agenda for the Lions Bay Infrastructure Committee meeting on 2026-12-08 contains no listed items. No decisions, discussions, or proposals are documented in the provided agenda. The meeting appears to have no recorded agenda content.

Council Meeting

The agenda for the July 21, 2026 Council meeting of Lions Bay contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed decisions, proposals, or discussions. The provided text shows no ordinances, contracts, or public hearings.

• No substantive items listed

Infrastructure Committee

The agenda for this Infrastructure Committee meeting contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed decisions, discussions, or actionable items. Residents should expect routine administrative business with no substantive matters to report.

• No concrete items, rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda.

Council Meeting

Council will consider third reading of Zoning and Development Bylaw amendments affecting minimum lot sizes in the RS-1 zone. They will also consider first, second, and third readings of a new Indemnification Bylaw. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a bylaw enforcement report, and the 2025 Statement of Financial Information.

• Third reading of Bylaw 663 amending Zoning Bylaw 520 regarding RS-1 minimum lot size
• First, second, and third readings of Indemnification Bylaw No. 666, 2026
• Approval of draft minutes from Regular Meetings June 2 and June 16, 2026, and Special Meeting June 26, 2026
• Second Quarter Bylaw Enforcement Report (April 1–June 30, 2026)
• Council to approve the 2025 Statement of Financial Information for submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs

Committee of the Whole

The Lions Bay Committee of the Whole meets to discuss Indemnification Bylaw No. 666, 2026, and a report on Infrastructure Reserve Requirements identifying priority assets for replacement and financial implications. Other items include a consultant presentation on emergency management in small communities, discussion of Soil Deposit Bylaw No. 510, 2018, and resident correspondence on public hearing procedures and a potential youth category for the Citizen of the Year Award. No votes are scheduled; most items are for discussion or information.

• Indemnification Bylaw No. 666, 2026 – further discussion on court-finding clauses
• Infrastructure Reserve Requirements report – identifies priority assets for replacement
• Consultant report on emergency management service delivery in small communities
• Soil Deposit, Soil Removal and Land Alteration Bylaw No. 510, 2018 – council-requested discussion
• Resident correspondence on public hearing procedures and youth category for Citizen of the Year Award

Special Meeting of Council

The Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Citizen of the Year Award. This specific item is proposed for discussion in a closed session to protect personal information.

• Discussion of Citizen of the Year Award (closed session)

The Council held a closed session to discuss matters related to personal information. Upon resuming the open session, Council reported that further details on the 2026 Citizen of the Year award will be released on Canada Day.

• Closed meeting to the public (4-1)
• Adopted the June 26, 2026 agenda
• Adjourned the meeting

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will meet to discuss the Local Government Climate Action Program (LGCAP) and a draft RFP for climate risk assessment. The body will also review the costs of curbside soft plastic recycling and promotion for the Community Recycling Depot.

• LGCAP Report update and recommendations
• Draft RFP for Green Municipal Funding Grant regarding Climate Risk Assessment and Adaption Planning
• Costs and facilitation of curbside Pink Bins for soft plastics
• Promotion of the Community Recycling Depot at the July 1, 2026, Canada Day Celebration
• LGCAP Virtual Engagement slides and Mentimeter results

Council Meeting

The Lions Bay Council will meet to decide on a new Indemnification Bylaw to replace a 1988 version and discuss booking Ministerial meetings for the September 2026 UBCM conference. The body will also seek direction on public toilet facilities in the center of the Village and review watercraft storage updates.

• Decision on a new Indemnification Bylaw to replace By-Law No. 172, 1988
• Direction on options for Central Village public toilets
• Decision on booking UBCM Ministerial meetings by June 24, 2026
• Report on Bylaw Department financial results from the past 5 years
• Update on the watercraft storage volunteer study group

Council approved several measures regarding watercraft storage at Beach Park, including specific locations and the waiver of 2026 fees. Staff were directed to proceed with options for temporary public toilets in the center of the Village. Additionally, the Indemnification Bylaw was referred back to staff for clarification.

• Referred Indemnification Bylaw No. 666, 2026 to staff for clause clarification (4-1)
• Directed staff to proceed with options for central village public toilets
• Approved Climate Action Committee promotion of Community Recycling Depot at Canada Day event
• Approved watercraft storage on upper grass field chain link fence (4-1)
• Approved watercraft storage against south side wooden fence (4-1)
• Approved installation of eye bolts along the wooden fence
• Approved users providing their own safety measures for securing watercraft
• Approved notification of watercraft storage locations via Village Update

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will meet on June 9, 2026, to discuss the status of the Infrastructure Master Plan, long-term water supply options, and a potential future stormwater management project for the Oceanview Neighbourhood. The meeting will also cover the ALPHA Water Project and correspondence regarding emergency water treatment.

• Discussion of long-term water supply options
• ALPHA Water Project update
• Stormwater management project for Oceanview Neighbourhood
• Infrastructure Master Plan status update
• Correspondence on emergency water treatment plants

Council Meeting

The Lions Bay Council will vote on adopting an amendment to the Fees Bylaw (No. 665, 2026) that sets new Temporary Use Permit fees and adds a $0 rate for volunteer-led community events. Council will also consider a closed session to discuss preliminary negotiations regarding Beach Park, and review recommendations from the Climate Action Committee, including issuing an RFP for a Natural Asset Inventory and exploring curbside pink bins and small metals recycling. Other business includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a recommendation to install temporary disabled parking signage on Centre Road.

• Adoption of Fees Bylaw Amendment No. 665, 2026 (Temporary Use Permit fees and $0 rate for volunteer-led community events)
• Closed meeting under Community Charter s.90(k) for preliminary negotiations on Beach Park
• Recommendation to direct staff to issue an RFP for a Natural Asset Inventory
• Recommendation to research costs of curbside pink bins and confirm small metal recycling at Community Recycling Depot
• Recommendation to install temporary disabled parking signage on Centre Road near 350 Centre Road for Annual Permit holders until June 1, 2027

Council adopted Amendment Bylaw No. 665, 2026 to update local service fees and directed staff on several operational matters. The council approved a temporary disabled parking stall near 350 Centre Road for annual permit holders through June 1, 2027, providing designated access for residents with mobility needs. Staff were also instructed to pursue a natural asset inventory, investigate curbside soft-plastic recycling options, and confirm small metal collection at the community depot.

• Adopted Fees Bylaw No. 497, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 665, 2026 (CARRIED)
• Approved temporary disabled parking stall on Centre Road near 350 Centre Road for annual permit holders through June 1, 2027 (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to issue an RFP for a Natural Asset Inventory (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to investigate curbside pink bin recycling feasibility and report back with a timeline (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to confirm small metal recycling at the Community Recycling Depot and add signage if accepted (CARRIED)
• Referred municipal website terminology for "Beach" and "Brunswick Beach" to staff for consistency review (CARRIED)
• Endorsed Lions Bay Arts Council selection of art installation for Beach Park washroom building

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will hear a verbal update on a Green Municipal Funding grant for climate risk assessment and adaptation planning, and discuss the fleet electrification study, recycling depot diversion reports, and a marine planning update. New business includes a Local Government Climate Action Program report and planning a table at Canada Day celebrations. Correspondence about soft plastic recycling will also be reviewed.

• Verbal update on Green Municipal Funding grant for climate risk assessment and adaptation planning
• Discussion of fleet electrification study led by Committee Member Norm Barmeier
• Review of recycling depot monthly diversion reports and next steps for a village mailout
• Update on Marine Planning Circle by Committee Member John Robb
• Resident question regarding soft plastic recycling and pink bins

The Climate Action Committee discussed community recycling depot promotion and upcoming climate adaptation projects. The committee recommended that Council direct staff to investigate the costs of adding curbside pink bins and to issue an RFP for a Natural Asset Inventory.

• Approved April 30, 2026 meeting minutes
• Recommended Council direct staff to research costs of adding curbside pink bins
• Recommended Council direct staff to issue an RFP for the Natural Asset Inventory
• Assigned John Robb and Penny Nelson to write the RFP for a Climate Adaptation Planning consultant

Council Meeting

The Lions Bay Council will consider approving amendments to the Fees Bylaw, including a $0.00 rate for volunteer events, and will discuss reports regarding water quality, security, and pedestrian safety at Lions Bay Beach Park.

• Fees Bylaw 497, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 665, 2026 (for decision)
• Water Quality at Lions Bay Beach Park (for discussion)
• Security of Municipal Public Spaces (for consideration)
• Pedestrian Safety at Lions Bay Beach Park Entrance (for consideration)
• Approval of prior meeting minutes (for approval)

Council approved reducing fees for volunteer community groups and temporary use permits, and directed staff to develop a policy for reserved parking requests. A motion to ensure safe beach park access was defeated.

• Approved Fees Bylaw 497 Amendment (4-1)
• Approved reserved parking for wedding at Kelvin Grove Beach Park
• Directed staff to develop reserved parking policy
• Defeated motion to ensure safe beach park access (2-3)
• Approved supporting 2026 Grand Fondo race
• Tabled approval of May 5, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved closure of meeting for personal information
• Approved 2026 Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Award

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will meet on May 14, 2026, to discuss the quality of the long-term water supply and review updates on water systems and snow pack levels. The meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 400 Centre Road, Lions Bay, and via Zoom.

• Approval of April 14, 2026 Infrastructure Committee minutes
• Verbal update on Infrastructure Master Plan
• Discussion on PRVs, well water, and long-term water supply
• Review of snow pack diagram and email updates from staff and committee members

The committee approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes procedurally, and approved a water quality options project for 2026/7. Discussions included reviewing the Infrastructure Master Plan, planning an Active Transportation Plan protocol, and receiving updates on PRV status and well water reports. No substantive votes with tallies were recorded; all motions were carried without dissent.

• Adopted agenda with two modifications (carried)
• Approved 14 April 2026 meeting minutes (carried)
• Approved water quality options as an I.C. project for 2026/7

Special Meeting of Council

The Lions Bay Council will meet to adopt Bylaw 664, 2026, which sets the tax rates for the year. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Adoption of Bylaw 664, 2026 - Tax Rates Bylaw
• Closed session to discuss personnel matters
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, 400 Centre Road, Lions Bay

Council adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 664, 2026, and approved full reimbursement to Mr. Udo for tree work completed at the entrance to Lions Bay Beach Park in 2025. The meeting lasted six minutes with no other substantive business.

• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 664, 2026 (carried)
• Approved full reimbursement to Mr. Udo for tree work at Lions Bay Beach Park entrance (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Lions Bay Committee of the Whole will discuss the replacement of the Fire Rescue Truck (Engine 61), proposed land clearing bylaw regulations, a conceptual design for the Beach Park entrance, and findings from the 2026 citizen satisfaction survey. The committee will also consider recommendations on resident parking passes and reimbursement for tree work at the beach park.

• Fire truck replacement for Engine 61 (staff report for discussion)
• Land clearing bylaw regulations (staff report for discussion)
• Beach Park entrance conceptual design (staff report for direction)
• 2026 citizen satisfaction survey results (council report for discussion)
• Excess resident parking pass management (councillor report for consideration)

Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee

The Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee meets to approve minutes from February and conduct a closed session to review applications and recommend this year's scholarship award. No reports, resolutions, or new business are listed for open discussion.

• Closed session under Community Charter 90(1)(b) to discuss personal information of award applicants
• Adjudication and recommendation of this year's Curly Stewart Memorial Trust scholarship award
• Approval of draft minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting

Council Meeting

The Lions Bay Council will consider adopting a five-year financial plan and setting 2026 tax rates. The meeting also includes discussions on watercraft storage at Beach Park, a Bear Smart program review, and parking demand management.

• Adoption of 2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 655
• Decision on 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 664
• Councillor recommendations on Beach Park watercraft storage
• Review of Bear Smart program governance and transparency
• Council direction on Official Community Plan (OCP) refresh

Council approved the 2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan and the 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw, defeating a proposal for a 0% tax increase. New parking enforcement measures were approved, including a 'three strikes' towing policy and the removal of the 15-minute parking grace period.

• Defeated proposal to reduce 2026 budget to achieve 0% tax increase (1-4)
• Adopted 2026–2030 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 655, 2026 (4-1)
• Approved Tax Rates Bylaw No. 664, 2026 (carried)
• Rejected formation of OCP Steering Committee in favor of broader public engagement (3-2)
• Decided BearSmart will remain a community-based working group rather than a formal committee (3-2)
• Approved 'Three Strikes' Tow Warning and Notice procedure (4-1)
• Eliminated 15-minute grace-period for parking infractions (3-2)
• Denied request for increased parking spaces at 340-350 Mountain Drive (2-3)

Emergency Program Committee Meeting

The Emergency Program Committee will meet to adopt the agenda and approve minutes from a prior meeting. The primary discussion item is the Evacuation Plan for the Village, prepared by AB Consulting. The committee will also receive verbal updates on initiatives and details regarding an upcoming workshop.

• Approval of October 1, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Evacuation Plan for the Village
• Verbal update on Committee initiatives by Emergency Support Services Director Roel Coert
• Details on an upcoming workshop

Climate Action Committee

The committee will discuss a draft Climate Action Plan and an update on the Fleet Electrification Study. Additional discussions include the Natural Asset Inventory, recycling depot reports, and upcoming community event promotion.

• Draft Climate Action Plan discussion
• Fleet Electrification Study discussion
• Natural Asset Inventory discussion
• Green Municipal Funding Grant update
• Recycling Depot monthly diversion reports

The Climate Action Committee meeting on April 30, 2026 was primarily updates and discussion. No formal decisions or votes on new policies or funding occurred; the agenda and prior minutes were approved procedurally. Action items were assigned for recycling depot content, fleet electrification grant pre-application, and natural asset inventory resolution.

• Agenda adopted with revised order (carried)
• Minutes of February 24, 2026 approved with attendance correction (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will vote on adopting the 2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw. They will also consider a resolution to apply for up to $150,000 in FireSmart funding and discuss a temporary driveway access permit in Kelvin Grove. Several bylaw amendments, including water fine changes and alternative publication rules, are up for decision.

• Adoption of 2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 655
• First three readings of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 664 for 2026
• Resolution to apply for up to $150,000 in FireSmart Community Resiliency Investment funding
• Delegation from Hanna Bartholomew on a temporary driveway access permit
• Adoption of Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 640 adjusting water-use fines

Council awarded the Official Community Plan update contract to MODUS, reported out from closed session. Council adopted two bylaws: Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No.648 and Bylaw Enforcement Notice Amendment Bylaw 640. A new no-charge rental rate for volunteer-led community events was approved. Council also authorized a FireSmart grant application for up to $150,000 and set the revitalized Beach Park opening for Canada Day.

• Awarded OCP update contract to MODUS (reported from closed session)
• Adopted Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No.648, 2026 (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw Enforcement Notice Amendment Bylaw 640, 2026 (carried)
• Approved no-charge daily rate for volunteer-led community events in municipal facilities (carried)
• Authorized submission of FireSmart grant application for up to $150,000 (carried)
• Official opening of Lions Bay Beach Park set for July 1, 2026 (carried)
• Tabled watercraft storage installation at Beach Park for future discussion
• Directed staff to prepare more detailed outline for Lions Bay Avenue sign project using public works crew

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss status updates on water infrastructure and review ongoing projects. Key items include the Harvey Creek and Magnesia Creek water treatment plant inspection reports, which are on hold pending Council approval of budget requests, and the well water source, which has no updates. The committee will also receive a verbal update on a UBCM resolution letter and discuss current project statuses.

• Well water source – no updates
• Harvey Creek and Magnesia Creek water treatment plant inspection reports on hold pending Council budget approval
• Infrastructure Master Plan recap – update to be determined
• UBCM resolution letter – verbal update for information
• Current project review and status updates – for discussion

The Infrastructure Committee meeting was largely procedural, adopting the agenda and approving previous minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the committee discussed the scope of a well water source update and reviewed the infrastructure master plan, but took no formal votes on these items.

• Adopted meeting agenda with one modification (6.2 moved to end) – CARRIED
• Approved minutes of 13 January 2026 with a minor correction – CARRIED
• Adjourned at 20:07 – CARRIED

Council Meeting

The council will decide whether to exempt Lions Bay House Concerts at Broughton Hall from Noise Bylaw No. 283, 1998, allowing amplified sound from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm for the rest of 2026. It will also consider a third reading of Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No. 648, 2026, direct staff to schedule a public hearing on proposed RS‑1 zone zoning amendments, approve a review of the Fees Bylaw, and receive direction on multiple Grant‑in‑Aid applications.

• Exemption to Noise Bylaw No. 283, 1998 for Lions Bay House Concerts at Broughton Hall (8 am‑11 pm, remainder of 2026)
• Third reading of Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No. 648, 2026
• Direction to staff to schedule a public hearing on Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments – RS‑1 Zone and Lot Size
• Decision to move forward with a review of the Fees Bylaw concerning facility rental costs
• Direction on Grant‑in‑Aid applications for local community groups

The council closed part of the meeting to the public for privileged matters and reappointed Councillor Abbott as chair of the Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee. Staff were directed to schedule a public hearing on proposed RS‑1 zoning amendments and to investigate converting the gravel pit for additional parking. The council approved $23,900.56 in Grant‑in‑Aid applications, granted a noise‑bylaw exemption for Lions Bay House Concerts, and tabled discussion of a temporary access permit in Kelvin Grove.

• Closed meeting to public for privileged matters (carried)
• Reappointed Councillor Abbott as Chair of Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee (carried)
• Directed staff to schedule public hearing on RS‑1 zoning amendments (carried)
• Granted third reading of Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No.648, 2026 (carried)
• Approved Grant‑in‑Aid applications totaling $23,900.56 (carried)
• Approved noise‑bylaw exemption for Lions Bay House Concerts (carried)
• Tabling discussion of temporary access permit in Kelvin Grove (carried)
• Approved staff investigation of converting gravel pit for additional parking (carried)

Climate Action Committee

The agenda for the Lions Bay Climate Action Committee meeting on March 24, 2026 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda content.

Council Meeting

The Lions Bay Council will receive a verbal update on the portable water filtration system and make a decision on it. The meeting will include a closed portion for solicitor‑client privileged matters and the adoption of the agenda. The session will conclude with adjournment.

• Closure of Council Meeting to the public for solicitor‑client privileged matters
• Decision on portable water filtration (verbal update by Councillor Abbott)
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Public participation segment
• Adjournment of the council meeting

The council voted to close part of the meeting to the public and adopted the agenda with an added item on regional transportation. It directed the Chief Administrative Officer to draft a letter to provincial ministries about portable water filtration. Staff were instructed to arrange a meeting with Sea to Sky regional leaders and prepare a joint letter to the province on Highway 99 safety and maintenance. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Closed meeting to public on solicitor‑client privilege matters (carried)
• Adopted agenda with addition for Sea to Sky Regional Leadership meeting (carried)
• Directed CAO to draft a letter to provincial ministries on portable water filtration (carried)
• Ordered staff to set up meeting with Sea to Sky mayors and CAOs and draft Highway 99 advocacy letter (carried)
• Adjourned the regular council meeting (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Lions Bay Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed zoning bylaw amendments for the RS-1 zone and review a technical report regarding the Memorial Park concept. The meeting will also cover a new bylaw for alternative publication methods and a proposed 2026 parking plan.

• Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments – RS-1 Zone
• Memorial Park concept report
• Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No. 648
• Proposed 2026 Parking Plan
• Approval of January 26, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes

The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the January 26, 2026 meeting. Council directed staff to schedule a public hearing on the proposed RS‑1 zoning bylaw amendments, with a 3‑to‑1 vote. Councillor McLaughlin was tasked to work with staff on the memorial park proposal and report back to Council. The council recommended three alternate publication methods—Village Update e‑Newsletter, Canada Post neighbourhood mail drop, and a local online publication—for Bylaw No. 648, also passing by a 3‑to‑1 vote.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Approved Jan 26, 2026 Committee minutes with edits (carried)
• Directed staff to schedule public hearing on RS‑1 zoning amendments (3‑1)
• Assigned Councillor McLaughlin to review memorial park proposal and report back (carried)
• Recommended three alternate publication options for Bylaw 648: Village Update e‑Newsletter, Canada Post neighbourhood mail drop, Local Online Publication (3‑1)
• Staff to review parking plan recommendations and report at next regular council meeting

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee meeting agenda contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are recorded in the provided document.

Council Meeting

The council will consider and vote on three Tree Cutting Permit applications (Nos. 139, 140, and 141) for properties at 5 Brunswick Beach Road, 250 Oceanview Road, and 15 & 25 Periwinkle Place. The council also plans to establish the Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee and increase its award to $2,000. Additional items include approval of prior council minutes, a closed portion of the meeting for privacy, and routine reports.

• Approval of Tree Cutting Permit Application No. 139 – 5 Brunswick Beach Road
• Approval of Tree Cutting Permit Application No. 140 – 250 Oceanview Road
• Approval of Tree Cutting Permit Application No. 141 – 15 & 25 Periwinkle Place
• Authorization to form the Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee
• Increase of the Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund award to $2,000

The council closed the meeting to the public and defeated a motion to release independently authored reports (2‑3). It approved three tree cutting permits with conditions. It created the Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee, reappointed its award committee members, and raised the award amount to $2,000.

• Closed meeting to public (CARRIED)
• Defeated motion to release independently authored reports (2‑3)
• Approved Tree Cutting Permit No. 139 at 5 Brunswick Beach Road (CARRIED)
• Approved Tree Cutting Permit No. 140 at 250 Oceanview Road (CARRIED)
• Approved Tree Cutting Permit No. 141 at 15 & 25 Periwinkle Place (CARRIED)
• Established Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee (CARRIED)
• Reappointed award committee members (CARRIED)
• Increased award amount to $2,000 (CARRIED)

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will adopt its agenda and approve the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting. Unfinished business includes discussion of the Fleet Electrification Study, an update on the Natural Asset Inventory, the 2025 Recycling Depot annual report, and a status update on the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program grant. New business will focus on a Collector Resident Top Up Expenditure Request to fund education on curbside and depot recycling.

• Fleet Electrification Study – discussion
• Natural Asset Inventory – discussion and update
• Recycling Depot – 2025 annual diversion report – information and discussion
• Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program grant application follow‑up – information
• Collector Resident Top Up Expenditure Request – discussion

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the January 27 meeting. It endorsed the development of RFPs for a fleet‑electrification study and a Natural Asset Inventory. Several staff actions were assigned, and the village noted it did not receive a grant for the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program.

• Agenda for Feb 24, 2026 adopted (carried)
• Minutes from Jan 27, 2026 approved (carried)
• Council supports development of an RFP to study vehicle fleet electrification (action to DofO)
• Council supports development of an RFP for a Natural Asset Inventory (action to DofO)
• John Robb to draft Village Update insert about Natural Asset Management postcards
• Neville Abbott to discuss vehicle mileage recording with Director of Operations
• Neville Abbott requested DofO provide recycling depot user numbers and cost‑benefit analysis
• Village was not awarded the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program grant

Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee

The Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund Committee is meeting to review the fund's statement of funds and a draft Request for Decision. The committee will also discuss the application form, process, and schedule for the trust fund.

• Review of CSMTF Statement of Funds provided by Financial Officer Joe Chirkoff
• Discussion of Draft Council Request for Decision (RFD)
• Overview of 2025 Curly Stewart Memorial Trust Fund application form and process
• Update on committee membership from Councillor Abbott

The committee adopted its agenda for the February 18 meeting. It approved increasing the award amount for 2026 from $1,500 to $2,000. It set the price for the November/December 2026 Christmas‑tree fundraiser at “cost + $50.” The next committee meeting was scheduled for May 11, 2026.

• Agenda adoption – carried
• Award increase to $2,000 for 2026 – approved
• Christmas‑tree fundraiser price set to cost + $50 – approved
• Committee meeting scheduled for May 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM – set
• Recruitment posting for new committee members – action item assigned
• Application form to be updated and published March 6–May 1, 2026 – action item assigned
• Transition of Google application form ownership to Village staff – action item assigned
• Meeting adjourned – carried

Council Meeting

The Lions Bay Council will consider three readings of Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No. 648, 2026 to allow alternative and emergency methods for publishing statutory notices. The council will also decide on a Flag Display Policy, support a Natural Asset Inventory under the Local Government Climate Action Plan, discuss a budget request for bear carts for solid waste collection, and vote on naming the new Beach Park playground as “The Erin Moore Playground.”

• Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No. 648, 2026 – first, second and third reading
• Adoption of the Flag Display Policy
• Support in principle for a Natural Asset Inventory using LGCAP funds
• Discussion of budget allocation request for bear carts (solid waste management)
• Approval of naming the Beach Park playground as “The Erin Moore Playground”

The council adopted the meeting agenda with a closed‑session item and approved several bylaws, including the Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No. 648, 2026 and a new Flag Display Policy. It approved a budget allocation to purchase wildlife‑resistant bear carts for solid‑waste management, passing the motion 4‑1 despite one opposition. The council also named the new Beach Park play area “The Erin Moore Playground,” allocated funds for related signage, and authorized a condolence letter to Tumbler Ridge.

• Adopted agenda with closed‑session addition (carried)
• Alternative Means of Publication Bylaw No.648, 2026 granted first and second reading (carried)
• Flag Display Policy adopted (carried)
• Budget allocation for wildlife‑resistant bear carts approved (4‑1) (carried)
• Motion to table bear‑cart financing defeated (2‑3) (defeated)
• Named Beach Park area “The Erin Moore Playground” (carried)
• Allocated budget for playground signage/entrance arch (carried)
• Authorized sending a condolence letter to Tumbler Ridge (carried)

Trees, Views and Landscapes Committee

The Trees, Views, and Landscapes Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend the approval of three specific tree cutting applications to the Council. The meeting includes on-site visits to the affected properties.

• Tree Application No. 140 - 250 Oceanview Road
• Tree Application No. 141 - 15 & 25 Periwinkle Place
• Tree Application No. 139 - 5 Brunswick Beach Road

Infrastructure Committee

The agenda for the Lions Bay Infrastructure Committee meeting on February 10, 2026 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to have no substantive agenda items recorded.

Council Meeting

Council will vote to adopt the Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Bylaw amendment (No.652, 2026). They will also adopt the Building Bylaw No.649, 2026 and utility user‑rate amendments for water (Bylaw No.2, 1971, Amendment No.661, 2026), sewer (Bylaw No.122, 1984, Amendment No.662, 2026) and garbage/recycling (Bylaw No.455, 2013, Amendment No.657, 2026). The Climate Action Committee recommends staff apply for a Green Municipal Fund grant and issue an RFP for a Municipal Fleet Electrification Transition Study. Council is asked to direct staff to pursue a noise‑monitoring agreement with Elec‑Tech and report back on findings.

• Adopt Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Bylaw No.455, 2013, Amendment Bylaw No.652, 2026
• Adopt Building Bylaw No.649, 2026
• Adopt utility user‑rate amendments: Water Rates Bylaw No.2, 1971, Amendment No.661, 2026; Sewer User Rates Bylaw No.122, 1984, Amendment No.662, 2026; Garbage and Recycling Bylaw No.455, 2013, Amendment No.657, 2026
• Climate Action Committee recommendation: apply for FCMG grant and issue RFP for Municipal Fleet Electrification Transition Study
• Direct staff to negotiate a noise‑monitoring device agreement with Elec‑Tech and coordinate with Port Moody

The council adopted several amendment bylaws covering solid waste, building standards, water, sewer and recycling rates. It directed staff to apply for a grant to study municipal fleet electrification and to prepare a request for proposals for that study. The council also approved staff to negotiate a noise‑monitoring agreement with Elec‑Tech. Finally, it approved using $155,786 from the Ministry of Housing to modernize the Official Community Plan and zoning bylaws.

• Adopted Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Bylaw No.455, 2013, Amendment Bylaw No.652, 2026 (3‑2)
• Adopted Building Bylaw No. 649, 2025 (carried)
• Adopted Water Rates and Regulations Bylaw No. 2, 1971, Amendment Bylaw No. 661, 2026 (carried)
• Adopted Sewer User Rates Bylaw No. 122, 1984, Amendment Bylaw No. 662, 2026 (carried)
• Adopted Garbage and Recycling Collection Bylaw No. 455, 2013, Amendment Bylaw No. 657, 2026 (carried)
• Directed staff to apply to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Green Municipal Fund for an 80% grant to fund a Municipal Fleet Electrification Transition Study (carried)
• Directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals for a consultant to deliver the fleet electrification study (carried)
• Approved staff to negotiate an agreement with Elec‑Tech for noise sensors and monitoring software (carried)

Special Meeting of Council

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

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will receive updates on the Green Municipal Fund, municipal fleet electrification, and natural assets inventory. The committee will also discuss next steps for the community recycling depot.

• Discussion on Community Recycling Depot next steps
• Update on Electrification Transition of the Municipal Fleet
• Update on Options for Natural Assets Inventory
• Update on Green Municipal Fund

The Climate Action Committee adopted its agenda and approved the December 22, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee gave in‑principle approval to spend LGCAP funds on a Natural Assets Inventory for Lions Bay. The meeting was adjourned at 7:11 p.m.

• Agenda adopted – carried
• December 22, 2025 minutes approved – carried
• In‑principle approval to spend LGCAP funds on a Natural Assets Inventory – approved
• Committee adjourned – carried

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review recommendations for municipal fleet electrification and a natural assets inventory. Members will also discuss a specific tree application and a report on highway noise monitoring.

• FCM Fleet Transition Study recommendations for municipal fleet electrification
• Recommendations for obtaining a Natural Assets Inventory
• Tree Application No.136 for 45 Periwinkle Place
• Report on acquiring a noise monitoring device for highway noise

The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the November 13, 2025 and January 12, 2026 meetings. Council directed staff to prepare a request for proposals and apply for grant funding for a municipal fleet electrification transition study. Staff were also instructed to review a highway noise‑monitoring proposal, seek an agreement with Elec‑Tech, consult Port Moody staff, and report back. The Tree Committee’s discussion of Tree Application No.136 was referred to the February 3, 2026 regular council meeting, and staff were asked to look into “Jake brakes” with the Ministry of Transportation.

• Adopted agenda (Carried)
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes – November 13, 2025 (Carried)
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes – January 12, 2026 (Carried)
• Directed staff to prepare RFP and apply for grant for municipal fleet electrification transition study (Carried)
• Referred Tree Application No.136 to February 3, 2026 regular council meeting (Carried)
• Directed staff to review highway noise monitoring proposal, pursue Elec‑Tech agreement, consult Port Moody, and report back (Carried)
• Assigned staff to investigate use of “Jake brakes” with Ministry of Transportation (Carried)

Special Meeting of Council

The council will consider a closed session for labour, legal and other confidential matters. It will decide whether to direct staff to use a $155,786 Ministry of Housing allocation to undertake a comprehensive Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw modernization in 2026 through a competitive request for proposals. The council will also review attendance records and a proposal to reduce councillor remuneration on a pro‑rata basis for meetings not attended. The agenda will be adopted and the meeting adjourned.

• Decision to use $155,786 Ministry of Housing funding for OCP and zoning bylaw modernization (competitive RFP)
• Recommendation to close part of the meeting under Community Charter sections (labour, legal, etc.)
• Review of council attendance records and proposal to reduce remuneration pro‑rata for missed meetings
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Public participation and comments

The council directed staff to begin a comprehensive Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw modernization in 2026, funded by $155,786 from the Ministry of Housing and to use a competitive Request for Proposals process. A motion requiring councillors to attend special meetings was defeated 2‑3. The council approved extending regular meetings past 10:00 PM and closed portions of the meeting under the Community Charter.

• Approved OCP and zoning bylaw modernization using $155,786 Ministry of Housing funding (carried)
• Defeated motion requiring councillors to attend special meetings (2‑3)
• Approved extension of regular meetings past 10:00 PM (carried)
• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections (carried)
• Adopted agenda with added item from Councillor Abbott (carried)
• Moved meeting into closed session (carried)
• Reported Lions Bay Fire Rescue Core Services Review will be released to public (carried)
• Directed staff to provide summary of RFP responses for OCP cost estimate (carried)

Emergency Program Committee Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Council Meeting

The Lions Bay Council will vote on several bylaws, including a third reading of the Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Bylaw amendment and the Building Bylaw amendment. It will also grant first and second readings to a zoning amendment that sets a uniform 700 m² minimum parcel area in the RS-1 zone and removes community amenity contributions. The council will direct recruitment of a full‑time fire chief with a $152,000 compensation package and order staff to develop a comprehensive 2026 Parking Plan.

• Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Bylaw No.455/652, 2026 – third reading
• Building Bylaw No. 649, 2025 – third reading
• Zoning Bylaw No. 520, 2017, Amendment Bylaw 663, 2026 – first and second reading to set 700 m² minimum lot size in RS-1 zone and remove community amenity contributions
• Recruitment of a full‑time fire chief for Lions Bay Fire Rescue at total compensation $152,000
• Development of a comprehensive 2026 Parking Plan for the Village

The council directed the Chief Administrative Officer to recruit a full‑time Fire Chief for Lions Bay Fire Rescue at a compensation cost of $152,000. It approved a Solid Waste Bylaw amendment changing curbside pickup from 5:00 am to 7:00 am and granted third reading to Building Bylaw No. 649, 2026. The council also approved first and second readings of a zoning amendment setting a 700 m² minimum lot size in the RS‑1 zone, and confirmed support and naming of Enns Park. Additional actions included scheduling a special council meeting for January 26, 2026 and directing staff to develop a comprehensive parking plan.

• Directed CAO to recruit full‑time fire chief ($152,000) – carried
• Solid Waste Bylaw amendment third reading, change pickup time to 7:00 am – 3‑to‑2
• Building Bylaw No. 649, 2026 granted third reading – carried
• Zoning & Development Bylaw amendment first & second reading to set 700 m² minimum lot in RS‑1 – 4‑to‑1
• Water Rates Bylaw No. 2, 1971 amendment No. 661, 2026 introduced/read three times – carried
• Garbage & Recycling Collection Bylaw amendment No. 657, 2026 introduced/read three times – 3‑to‑2
• Council confirmed support and naming of Enns Park at Brunswick Road – carried
• Special Council meeting scheduled for Jan 26, 2026 at 8:00 pm and absenteeism discussion added – carried

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will adopt its agenda and approve the minutes from the September 30, 2025 meeting. It will discuss a recap of the Infrastructure Master Plan. Any business arising from the minutes will be considered before adjournment.

• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Approval of Infrastructure Committee minutes dated September 30, 2025
• Discussion of Infrastructure Master Plan recap (link provided)
• Consideration of business arising from the minutes

The committee adopted the agenda and approved the September 30, 2025 minutes. It agreed to postpone a recommendation on the updated Well Water Report until after Council approves the budget request. The committee also affirmed continuation of the Source Water Report and tasked staff to update the Infrastructure Master Plan for 2027‑2030. The meeting was adjourned and the next meeting scheduled for 11 February 2026.

• Agenda adopted (carried)
• September 30 2025 minutes approved (carried)
• Well Water Report recommendation postponed until after budget approval (agreed)
• Source Water Report continuation approved (agreed)
• Infrastructure Master Plan update assigned to committee for 2027‑2030 (agreed)
• Assist Council on portable potable WTP initiative (agreed)
• Meeting adjourned at 20:41 (carried)
• Next meeting scheduled for 11 February 2026

Committee of the Whole

The agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate. The body is proposing to close the meeting to the public to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Proposed closed session to discuss personnel (labour or employee relations)
• Proposed closed session to discuss legal matters (litigation or potential litigation)

Councillors Cunliffe and Broughton moved, and Councillor Abbott seconded, a motion to close the Committee of the Whole meeting to the public under the Community Charter. The motion was carried. No other items were decided, reported, or acted upon during the meeting.

• Closed meeting to public (motion carried)

Special Meeting of Council

The Lions Bay Council held a special meeting on January 12, 2026. The Council recommended closing the meeting to the public for labour relations and potential litigation matters under the Community Charter. No reports, resolutions, bylaws, or new business were listed. The agenda was adopted and the meeting was adjourned.

• Recommendation to close the meeting to the public for labour and legal matters (Community Charter sections c and g)

The council approved a motion to close the meeting to the public for matters involving labour relations and potential litigation. The agenda for the January 12, 2026 meeting was adopted. The meeting was subsequently adjourned.

• Closed meeting to public (motion moved by Abbott, seconded by Broughton, carried)
• Adopted agenda for Jan 12, 2026 meeting (approved)
• Adjourned special meeting (motion moved by Abbott, seconded by Cunliffe, carried)

Council Meeting

Council will consider three tree cutting permit applications and a request to allow amplified sound for a wedding. The meeting also includes a review of the 2024 Annual Report final draft and a closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• Noise Bylaw exception for a wedding on August 2, 2026, at 17 Brunswick Beach Road
• Tree Cutting Permit Application No. 136 for 45 Periwinkle Place
• Tree Cutting Permit Application No. 137 for 135 Oceanview Road
• Tree Cutting Permit Application No. 138 for 220 Isleview Place
• Review of 2024 Annual Report Final Draft

The council adopted the meeting agenda as amended and defeated a motion to close the session to the public (2‑3). It approved an exception to Noise Bylaw No. 283, 1998, allowing amplified sound after 10 pm on August 2 2026 at 17 Brunswick Beach Road. Tree Cutting Permit Application 136 was tabled for a future site visit, while Applications 137 and 138 were approved with conditions.

• Closed‑session motion defeated (2‑to‑3)
• Agenda adoption carried
• Amendment to strike Item 7.2 defeated (1‑to‑4)
• Amendment to add Snow Clearing Policy report carried (4‑to‑1)
• Noise Bylaw exception approved (amplified sound after 10 pm Aug 2 2026 at 17 Brunswick Beach Road)
• Tree Application 136 tabled to future meeting, staff to schedule site visit (carried)
• Tree Application 137 approved with conditions (carried)
• Tree Application 138 approved with conditions (carried)