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Merritt public meetings in 2024

52 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt Special Council Meeting

Council to adopt Fees, Good Neighbour, and Parks bylaws

The Merritt Special Council meeting on December 17, 2024 will consider adopting three bylaws: the City of Merritt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2386, the Good Neighbour Bylaw 2387, and the Parks Regulation Bylaw No. 2385. Council will also hold a closed session under Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter regarding labour or employee relations. Previous meeting minutes and a CPO information report are also on the agenda.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 3:30 PM

Police Committee

Police Committee reviews 2024 stats, 2025 RCMP updates, and adopts minutes

The Merritt Police Committee will adopt the minutes from its March 14, 2024 meeting. Staff Sergeant Roda will present the 2024 police statistics and updates for the Merritt RCMP Detachment for 2025. A year‑end CPO report for 2024 will also be reviewed. No decisions beyond the adoption of minutes are listed.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council to consider new fees, good neighbour rules, and park regulations

Council will give first, second, and third readings to three bylaws: Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2386, Good Neighbour Bylaw 2387, and Parks Regulation Bylaw No. 2385. Council will also consider adopting a Video Surveillance and Recording at Municipal Properties Policy. Information items include letters from other municipalities regarding transit regionalization.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Mon Dec 9, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Merritt Special Council Meeting

Council to review preliminary 2025-2029 financial plan and schedule public input

The Merritt City Council is holding a special meeting to receive and discuss the preliminary financial plan for 2025–2029. Council will also consider directing staff to schedule public engagement sessions on the plan.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Wed Dec 4, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Special Closed Meeting of Council

Council holds closed meeting on labour relations

This is a special closed meeting of the Merritt City Council. The sole item is a vote to close the meeting to the public under Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter, which pertains to labour relations or other employee relations. No public business will be conducted.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Wed Dec 4, 2024 · 3:30 PM

Policy Review Committee

Committee to forward five proposed bylaws and a policy to Council

The Policy Review Committee will discuss and vote on directing staff to bring forward proposed amendments to the Parks Bylaw, Fees and Charges Bylaw, Good Neighbour Bylaw, a new Subdivision & Development Servicing Bylaw, and a Video Surveillance and Recording at Municipal Properties Policy for Council consideration.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Dec 3, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to review municipal development pathways

The Committee of the Whole will adopt the minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and receive a report on exploring municipal development pathways for the City of Merritt.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council to consider OCP amendments and grant applications

The Merritt City Council will consider giving first and second readings to two bylaws amending the Official Community Plan and zoning, and will vote on multiple grant applications for housing, climate resilience, and infrastructure projects.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council to consider third reading/adoption of OCP and zoning amendments for 2845 Neilson Ave

Council will give third reading and potentially adopt Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2377 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2378 for 2845 Neilson Avenue. They will also adopt the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2370 and consider reallocating Community Resiliency Investment funds toward FireSmart costs. Other items include a Canada Day grant application, support for a flood mitigation website and e-petition, and rescinding the Country Artist Murals in City Centre policy.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Age Friendly and Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss accessibility plan and healthy communities grant

The Age Friendly and Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review the action plan tracker and preliminary information for the Accessibility Plan. The committee will also discuss a BC Healthy Communities Grant announcement.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Recreation Advisory Committee

Recreation Advisory Committee to review financial reports and ball park rates

The Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss financial reports for city recreation. The session includes a presentation on facility financial summaries, building costs, and the creation of 2024 ball park rates.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Special Closed Meeting of Council

Council votes to close meeting under Section 90 (1)(C) and (K)

The Merritt City Council will vote to close the October 29, 2024 meeting to the public under Section 90 (1)(C) and (K) of the Community Charter, citing labour and employee relations and negotiations on a proposed municipal service. A closed session will be held to consider minutes and public comments related to the closure.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Oct 24, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Policy Review Committee

Committee reviews bylaws and policies including a proposal to rescind mural policy

The Policy Review Committee is meeting to discuss several local bylaws and policies. The body is reviewing a draft memorial policy and considering the rescission of a policy regarding country artist murals in the city centre.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council holds public hearing on Official Community Plan and Zoning amendments

The council will conduct a public hearing on Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2377 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2378. It will also consider adopting the Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2380 for 2025‑2027 and conduct first, second, and third readings of the Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2379 (2024‑2028). Additional items include two development variance permits and a request to uphold an invoice of $3,935.25.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Recreation Advisory Committee

Merritt Recreation Committee to adopt August minutes

The Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to adopt the minutes from its August 22, 2024 meeting and review financial reports.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council adopts OCP Amendment Bylaw 2375 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2376

The council gave third reading and adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2375, 2024 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2376, 2024. It also progressed Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2380, 2024 through all three readings. Council authorized detailed design of Claybanks Dike Option 3 and allocated $9,500 for a city mascot costume in 2025.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council considers zoning changes for 2845 Neilson St and emergency measures bylaw

The City Council will discuss zoning and Official Community Plan amendments for a property on Neilson St. The body is also considering the adoption of an emergency measures bylaw and a fire suppression service agreement with the Lower Nicola Indian Band.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to discuss permissive tax exemption applications for 2025–2027

The Committee of the Whole will review and discuss applications for permissive tax exemptions for the 2025–2027 period. Council is asked to provide direction on the percentage of exemption, ranging from 0% to 100%, to be included in the bylaw.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt Council to hold public hearing on OCP and zoning amendments

The City Council is conducting a public hearing for Official Community Plan and Zoning Amendment Bylaws. The body is also considering several other zoning changes, an emergency measures bylaw, and a grant application for housing.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Fri Aug 23, 2024 · 12:00 PM

Special Closed Meeting of Council

Council votes to close and later reopen meeting under litigation provisions

The Council will consider a motion to close the meeting to the press and public, citing potential litigation and solicitor‑client privilege under Section 90(1)(g) and (i) of the Community Charter. After the closed session, the Council will vote on returning to an open session. No other agenda items are listed.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Aug 22, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Recreation Advisory Committee

Committee to review building costs and sports leases

The Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss building cost information presented by D. Zakall and K. Natkinniemi. The body will also address unfinished business regarding leases for pickleball and tennis.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Jul 25, 2024 · 3:30 PM

Policy Review Committee

Committee reviews emergency bylaw and memorial recognition policy

The Policy Review Committee is meeting to discuss several new business items. The committee is considering whether to forward a new emergency measures bylaw and a memorial recognition policy to Council.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Recreation Advisory Committee

Recreation Advisory Committee reviews club leases and terms of reference

The Recreation Advisory Committee will review its own terms of reference and discuss a workplan. The committee is also reviewing lease agreements for the Pickleball Club and the Merritt and District Tennis Club.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council considers relaxing park rules for baseball tournament camping

The City Council will consider a request to allow overnight camping in Central Park field 5. This proposal is intended for the Boys Provincial Ball Tournament occurring July 12-14, 2024. The meeting also includes information items regarding a letter from Premier Eby and a report from Nicola Valley Women in Action.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council to vote on zoning changes, fee updates, and new city policies

Merritt City Council is set to vote on two bylaws that update municipal fees and amend zoning rules. The meeting also covers approval of the 2023 annual financial report, adoption of a social media policy, and a tangible capital asset management policy. The zoning and fee bylaws will directly affect property development costs and land-use regulations for residents. Three public delegations will present, and council will hold a closed session to discuss land acquisition and preliminary municipal service negotiations.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Jun 20, 2024 · 3:30 PM

Policy Review Committee

Policy Review Committee discusses social media, bylaws, and asset policies

The Policy Review Committee is reviewing several municipal policies and bylaws. Discussion includes a draft Social Media Policy, the Good Neighbour Bylaw, and the Tangible Capital Asset Policy.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

BC Housing presentation and closed session discussions

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from BC Housing Regional Development Director Tyler Baker. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding land acquisition or disposition and preliminary municipal service negotiations.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt City Council discusses zoning amendments and community projects

The Council is reviewing a corrected Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2368 and a new Fees and Charges Amending Bylaw. Additional items include support for a theatre extension and the adoption of terms for the STUWI(x) Naturalization Project.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue May 28, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt Council to consider waterworks, zoning, and transit agreements

The City Council will review several bylaws regarding waterworks and zoning amendments. Additionally, the council is scheduled to authorize a BC Transit operating agreement and discuss an expanded emergency operations grant.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue May 21, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

City of Merritt discusses zoning amendments and theatre project proposal

The Committee of the Whole will review proposed changes to the City's Zoning Bylaw. Additionally, the Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society will present a project summary.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue May 14, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt City Council to review 2023 financial statements and waterworks bylaw

The City Council will meet to accept the 2023 consolidated financial statements and consider Bylaw 2370 regarding waterworks. Additionally, staff may be directed to apply for several asset management and infrastructure planning grants.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue May 7, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt Special Council Meeting

Council to consider adoption of 2024 Annual Property Taxes Bylaw

The Merritt City Council will meet to consider adopting the 2024 Annual Property Taxes Bylaw and approving the 2024 Acting Mayor Schedule. The agenda also includes receiving by-election results and a notice of motion regarding weekend pool access.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Fri Apr 26, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Airport Advisory Committee

Discussion regarding airport maintenance and facilities

The Airport Advisory Committee will discuss airport maintenance and airport facilities. Rick Green, Director of Public Works and Engineering Services, and Dave Zakall, Director of Community Services, are scheduled to be available for these discussions. The committee also intends to continue developing its workplan.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt City Council discusses property taxes, transit, and infrastructure financing

The Council will consider the 2024 Annual Property Taxes Bylaw and a request to borrow up to $74,000 for a public works van. The meeting includes presentations from BC Transit, Community Living BC, and the Thompson Nicola Regional Trail Society.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Apr 18, 2024 · 3:30 PM

Policy Review Committee

Policy Review Committee to review social media policy and club leases

The Policy Review Committee will consider adopting the minutes from the March 21, 2024, meeting. The committee will also review a draft social media policy and terms of reference for the Recreation Advisory Committee, alongside discussions regarding pickleball and tennis club leases.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt Council to consider 2024–2028 Financial Plan Bylaw and policy updates

The City Council is reviewing the 2024–2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2367. The agenda also includes a discussion on water usage conservation and a contract for a land purchase. Additionally, several amended council policies are proposed for adoption.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Wed Apr 3, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Age Friendly and Accessibility Advisory Committee

Age Friendly and Accessibility Committee to elect chair and review workplan

The committee will meet to establish its leadership and operational structure for the year. Members are scheduled to elect a chair, review the Terms of Reference, and discuss the Age Friendly Action Plan.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council considers bridge contracts, infrastructure reserves, and grant applications

The City of Merritt Council is reviewing several infrastructure and recovery items. Key discussions include a multi-million dollar contract for the Middlesboro bridge replacement and the creation of an infrastructure reserve fund.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 3:30 PM

Policy Review Committee

Review of draft policies for grants, tax exemptions, and council conduct

The Policy Review Committee is reviewing several draft policies. This includes the Code of Conduct for Council and Committee Members, as well as new drafts for Community Grant In Aid and Permissive Tax Exemption.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Mar 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Airport Advisory Committee

Airport Advisory Committee to review terms of reference and workplan

The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to review its Terms of Reference and discuss the airport workplan. The committee also intends to set its yearly meeting schedule and adopt previous minutes.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Mar 19, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt Special Council Meeting

Council to consider the 2024 - 2028 Financial Plan Bylaw

The City of Merritt Council will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the 2024 - 2028 Financial Plan. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from previous regular and special council meetings.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Mar 14, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Police Committee

Merritt Police Committee to review 2023 statistics and upcoming RCMP goals

The committee will review the 2024/2025 goals for the Merritt RCMP Detachment and 2023 crime statistics. Staff Sergeant Roda is scheduled to present these items. The agenda also includes reviewing the year-end 2023 CPO Information Report.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt Special Council Meeting

Council to hold closed special meeting on March 12, 2024

The City of Merritt Council will hold a special closed meeting following its regular session. The agenda includes discussions regarding land acquisition or disposition and preliminary municipal service negotiations.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council considers Housing Merritt project and tax amending bylaws

The City Council is reviewing several items including the Housing Merritt Project proposal and financial plan. The agenda also includes the adoption of water and sewer parcel tax amending bylaws and a facility use agreement for the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council considers the Housing Merritt Proposal and staffing changes

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Housing Merritt Project and its associated financial plan. The discussion also includes a recommendation to amend the organizational chart to create two new positions.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Council discusses compost facility operations and the Housing Merritt proposal

The City Council is reviewing several bylaws regarding taxes and privacy, as well as a new housing project. They are also considering various grant-in-aid requests for local community organizations.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt City Council discusses bylaws, election appointments, and waste truck financing

The Council is considering several bylaw amendments regarding fees, building codes, and land use. They are also reviewing a strata conversion application for 2270 Quilchena Ave and a funding request for Nicola Valley Women in Action.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Feb 1, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Review of 2024 Grant in Aid applications

The Committee will review several 2024 Grant in Aid applications referred from the January 23, 2024 Regular Council meeting. Council is tasked with determining the type, amount, and payment timing for each approved request. One listed application involves the Merritt RCMP Cops for Kids program.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Mon Jan 29, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

City of Merritt discusses 2024–2028 financial plan and service levels

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to finalize service levels and the capital program for the 2024–2028 Financial Plan. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the December 11, 2023, meeting.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Thu Jan 25, 2024 · 3:30 PM

Policy Review Committee

Policy Review Committee discusses new draft policies

The Policy Review Committee is meeting to review several draft policies. These include updates regarding the emergency broadcast system, honorariums, and a code of conduct for council and committee members.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt Council to consider multiple bylaw amendments and grant applications

The City Council will review several proposed bylaw amendments regarding fees, building codes, land use, and cemetery regulations. The meeting also includes a review of 2024 Grant in Aid requests and the approval of the annual financial audit plan.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Merritt City Council Regular Meeting

Merritt City Council discusses infrastructure reserves and bridge elevation changes

Council is reviewing several resolutions from the Committee of the Whole, including water and sewer risk management strategies. The agenda also includes a proposal to adjust freeboard design guidelines for the Middlesboro Bridge.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL