Prince George public meetings in 2022
50 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will consider the 2023 budget, including operating guidelines and a draft capital plan, and will direct administration to provide recommendations to Council on the 2023 tax levy. The committee will also approve its 2022 work plan and receive the 2023 work plan for information.
- Direct administration to provide recommendations to Council regarding the 2023 Tax Levy
- Approve the 2022 Finance and Audit Work Plan
- Receive the 2023 Finance and Audit Work Plan for information
- Adopt minutes from December 5, 2022 meeting
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will elect a chair and consider several referred items, including a downtown service enhancement funding reallocation, a request for provincial meetings on public safety and housing, a police services review, and correspondence on housing from provincial and municipal bodies. The committee will also adopt its 2023 work plan.
- Election of committee chair until 2026 general local election
- Downtown Service Enhancements - Funding Reallocation report
- Police Services Review and BC Safer Communities Action Plan overview
- Correspondence from Attorney General and UBCM on housing
- 2023 Work Plan for the committee
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to consider several planning items, including rezoning applications, an Official Community Plan review, and a liquor license expansion. The most consequential item is a rezoning amendment for 4922 Chief Lake Road, which has drawn opposition from nearby residents. Council will also receive updates on the Civic Core Plan and a proposed 'Mega Park' life cycle cost analysis.
- Third reading of rezoning Bylaw 9283 for 4922 Chief Lake Road (Kidd Real Estate Holdings)
- First and second reading of rezoning Bylaw 9353 for 7062 Hart Highway (Switzer)
- Support for liquor license expansion at Crossroads Brewing & Distillery, 508 George Street
- First reading of OCP amendment Bylaw 9319 and rezoning Bylaw 9320 for 9048 Sintich Road
- Final reading and adoption of six bylaws, including road closure at 8171 Prince Edward Crescent
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving a police services review report and considering 2023 police budget enhancement requests as part of upcoming budget deliberations. The committee may also recommend starting a Community Safety & Well Being planning process tied to the 2023-2026 strategic plan. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from a 2017 meeting.
- Police Services Review report dated December 2, 2022, from the Director of Public Safety
- 2023 Police Support Services Budget Enhancement Requests
- Resource Review of the Prince George RCMP Detachment executive summary
- Proposed Community Safety & Well Being (CSWB) planning process
- Adoption of minutes from March 8, 2017
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss heritage registry nominations for two properties: Knox United Church at 1448 5th Avenue and a house at 2299 Laurier Crescent. The commission will also review working group guidelines, recognition plaques for Charles Sager and Steve Berlinic, Heritage Week 2023 plans, a regional heritage fair sponsorship, the 2023 work plan, and its annual report to council.
- Heritage registry consideration for Knox United Church, 1448 5th Avenue
- Heritage registry consideration for house at 2299 Laurier Crescent
- Recognition plaques for Charles Sager and Steve Berlinic
- Heritage Week 2023 planning for February 20-26
- Regional Heritage Fair sponsorship application for May 2023
Advisory Committee on Development Design
The Advisory Committee on Development Design will adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then review the design for a new Lheidli T'enneh First Nation Daycare Centre at 1950 Gorse Street. This is a project review, not a final decision. The meeting is otherwise routine.
- Project review DR100105: Lheidli T'enneh First Nation Daycare Centre at 1950 Gorse Street
- Adoption of May 18, 2022 meeting minutes
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council will meet on December 5, 2022, to consider several rezoning applications, a development variance permit, and a request to invite provincial ministries to address public safety, addictions, and housing. The agenda includes delegations from UNBC on urban tree protection and green space, and a public hearing for a rezoning at 1724 Strathcona Avenue. Council will also receive information reports on the Accessible BC Act, provincial announcements, and capital project reviews.
- Third reading of rezoning bylaws for 5570 Hartway Drive/6116 Monterey Road, 7468 Giscome Road, 1050 and 1082 20th Avenue, and 1724 Strathcona Avenue
- Public hearing for rezoning at 1724 Strathcona Avenue (Bylaw No. 9337)
- Development variance permit to increase accessory building height from 6.0 m to 8.0 m at 8956 Haldi Road
- Motion to request provincial ministries meet with Council on homelessness, addictions, and housing
- Denial of OCP and rezoning amendments for 145 Brunswick Street
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will elect a chair, adopt minutes, and receive reports on 2023 budget community engagement and 2023-2025 operating budget guidelines. The main decision is approving the draft 2023-2027 capital plan to start procurement, plus approving the 2023 work plan.
- Election of committee chair until 2026
- Receive Budget 2023 Community Engagement report
- Receive 2023-2025 Operating Budget Guidelines
- Approve Draft 2023-2027 Capital Plan for procurement
- Approve 2023 Work Plan
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion is meeting to adopt its agenda and prior minutes, then discuss Accessibility Week 2023 and an Age-Friendly Presentation. The meeting is largely procedural, with no new decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Adoption of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes
- Standing item: Accessibility Week 2023 planning
- Old business: Age-Friendly Presentation
- Next meeting set for January 5, 2023
Regular Council Meeting
The Prince George City Council is meeting to consider several planning and development items, including rezoning applications, a road closure, and a development variance permit. They will also receive information reports on Q3 spending, procurement, and land sales, and make appointments to committees and external organizations.
- Third reading of rezoning Bylaw No. 9340 for 1595 Torpy Road and Lot A Boundary Road (Prince George Global Logistics Park Inc.)
- Third reading of road closure Bylaw No. 9224 for 8171 Prince Edward Crescent (John and Jennifer McBain)
- Approval of Development Variance Permit VP100626 to increase building height from 15.0 m to 16.0 m at 1755 Foothills Boulevard (Kelson Investments Ltd.)
- First and second reading of rezoning Bylaw No. 9283 for 4922 Chief Lake Road (Kidd Real Estate Holdings Ltd.) with conditions including a Section 219 Covenant
- First and second reading of OCP amendment Bylaw No. 9330 and rezoning Bylaw No. 9331 for 6172 Otway Road (Canada Recycle Corp.)
Advisory Committee on Development Design
The Advisory Committee on Development Design is meeting to review two development permit applications for seniors housing projects in Prince George. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the May 18, 2022 meeting. No decisions are final; the committee provides design advice.
- Project review: DP100832 - Seniors Residences at 4500 Ospika Boulevard S
- Project review: DP100807 - Seniors Apartments at 1177 Foothills Boulevard
- Adoption of minutes from May 18, 2022 meeting
- Next committee meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022
Oath of Office and Inaugural Meeting of Council
This is the inaugural meeting of the newly elected Prince George City Council. Council will be sworn in, receive the official results of the 2022 local election, and approve administrative items including the 2023 meeting schedule, acting mayor appointments, and appointments to the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George board.
- Receive official results of the 2022 General Local Election
- Amend 2022 meeting calendar: move Nov 21 meeting to Nov 28, add Dec 14 Committee of the Whole
- Approve 2023 Council Meeting Calendar
- Approve Acting Mayor schedule for 2022-2026 term
- Appoint Mayor Yu and three councillors as Municipal Directors to Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Board
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion is meeting to adopt its agenda and prior minutes, then discuss new and old business. New business includes reviewing accessibility seating information for CN Centre, promoting the committee via social media, and planning for Accessibility Week 2023. Old business covers letters to departments about civic facility audits and an age-friendly presentation and best practice handbook.
- CN Centre accessibility seating information document
- Social media promotion of the committee
- Accessibility Week 2023 planning
- Civic facility audits letter to departments
- Age-friendly presentation and best practice handbook
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion will meet to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then hear presentations on accessible seating at CN Centre and plans for Accessibility Week 2023. They will also receive updates on the Ferguson Lake accessibility trail and amenities, civic facility audits, and an age-friendly presentation.
- CN Centre accessible seating presentation by Andy Beesley and Glen Mikkelsen
- Accessibility Week 2023 planning discussion
- Ferguson Lake accessibility trail and amenities update
- Civic facility audits review (2016 audit summary and letter)
- Age-friendly presentation and best practice handbook
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to decide on several rezoning applications, including one for 5001 North Nechako and another for a logistics park on Torpy Road. Council will also vote on a $475,000 budget for a multisport court, a budget amendment for a parks mower, and updates to the liquor and cannabis licensing policy. Delegations will present on the 2022 BC Summer Games and a request to zone Birdsong Park as P1.
- Third reading of rezoning Bylaw 9275 for 5001 North Nechako
- First and second reading of rezoning Bylaw 9340 for 1595 Torpy Road and Lot A Boundary Road
- Approval of $475,000 for Jumpstart Multisport Court Project
- Budget amendment of $32,266.90 for parks mower RFP P22-048, total $207,266.90
- Final reading and adoption of five bylaws, including tax exemption and zoning amendments
Advisory Committee on Development Design
The Advisory Committee on Development Design will meet to adopt its agenda and minutes from May 18, 2022, and review a development permit application for a 69-unit multifamily project at 2332 Tyner Boulevard. The committee is discussing, not deciding, the project as part of its advisory role.
- Review of DP100828: 69-unit multifamily development at 2332 Tyner Boulevard
- Adoption of agenda for September 28, 2022 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from May 18, 2022 meeting
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting covers several land-use and administrative items. Council will vote on a naming rights agreement for the Prince George Coliseum, approve permissive tax exemptions for 2023, and consider multiple rezoning applications. It will also receive updates on the 1st Avenue health and housing project and a disclosure of a contract with a council member.
- Approve naming rights agreement with Kopar Administration Ltd. for Prince George Coliseum
- 2023 permissive tax exemptions for organizations in Appendix A (Bylaw 9343)
- Third reading of rezoning at 1950 McLaren Road W (Bylaw 9270)
- Third reading of rezoning at 1661 4th Avenue (Bylaw 9333)
- First and second reading of rezoning at 5001 North Nechako (Bylaw 9275) with conditions
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from June 9, 2022, and to discuss new business including working groups and heritage registry considerations. They will also review heritage recognition awards under old business. The meeting is largely procedural with some discussion items.
- Adoption of June 9, 2022 minutes
- Discussion of working group guidelines and membership
- Standing item: Heritage Registry Considerations
- Heritage Recognition Awards update
- Next meeting scheduled for December 8, 2022
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to consider multiple rezoning applications, a temporary use permit, a development variance permit, and several bylaw adoptions. A public hearing will be held for a proposed Official Community Plan amendment and rezoning at 1177 Foothills Boulevard, which has drawn opposition from nearby residents. Council will also vote on a $50,000 grant-funded vehicle for RCMP Victim Services and a resolution supporting a $300,000 grant application for the David Douglas Botanical Garden.
- Public hearing for OCP amendment (Bylaw 9214) and rezoning (Bylaw 9215) at 1177 Foothills Blvd
- Third reading of rezoning Bylaw 9289 for 4488 Highway 16 W (Bon Voyage Motor Inn)
- First and second reading of rezoning Bylaw 9270 for 1950 McLaren Road W
- First and second reading of rezoning Bylaw 9333 for 1661 4th Avenue, with conditions for final reading
- Approval of $50,000 RCMP Victim Services vehicle funded by anonymous donor grant
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Resolutions is meeting to adopt an amended agenda, approve minutes from March 11, 2022, and review and discuss its draft summary report to council. A verbal presentation from Tanya Spooner, Manager of Emergency Programs, will be added to the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the draft report discussion.
- Adoption of amended agenda adding verbal presentation by Tanya Spooner, Manager of Emergency Programs
- Adoption of minutes from March 11, 2022 meeting
- Review and discussion of draft summary report to council (term update dated 2022-08-29)
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council will consider several rezoning applications, amendments to the building bylaw, and a $260,350 project for buildings at 2880 and 2820 15th Avenue. They will also hear delegations from the airport authority and brain injury groups, and receive information reports on consulting spending, land sales, and building permits.
- Third reading for rezoning at 7171 Hart Highway (Bylaw 9288) despite opposition
- Third reading for rezoning at 1077 Boundary Road and 8875 Willow Cale Road (Bylaw 9318)
- First and second reading for rezoning at 8366 Domagala Road (Bylaw 9302)
- First three readings for Building Bylaw amendment (Bylaw 9326)
- Approval of $260,350 for 2880 and 2820 15th Avenue project from Community Works Fund
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council will consider endorsing a centralized approach to managing encampments and selecting overnight sheltering locations, with related bylaw amendments. The agenda also includes several rezoning applications, a development variance permit, and final adoption of multiple bylaws, alongside routine items like minutes and reports.
- Endorse centralized encampment management approach and select overnight sheltering locations (Maps 1-5)
- First reading of Safe Streets Bylaw Amendment No. 9310 and Parks and Open Space Bylaw Amendment No. 9311
- Rezoning applications: RZ100741 (7171 Hart Highway), RZ100754 (1077 Boundary Road/8875 Willow Cale Road), RZ100756 (2783 Vance Road)
- Development Variance Permit VP100616 for 1595 Torpy Road waiving sidewalk, highway, sewage, drainage, and waterworks requirements
- Final adoption of 10 bylaws including Council Remuneration Amendment No. 9328 and 5-Year Financial Plans Amendment No. 9314
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion is meeting to adopt its agenda and prior minutes, then discuss new business including an update on civic facility accessibility audits, sidewalk closure procedures and compliance, and a draft age-friendly presentation and best practice handbook. The committee will also note planning for Accessibility Week 2023 and set its next meeting for August 4, 2022.
- Civic Facility Accessibility Audit Status Update (Work Plan Item 1A)
- Sidewalk Closure Procedures and Compliance (Work Plan Item 2C)
- Review of Draft Age Friendly Presentation and Best Practice Handbook
- Standing item: Accessibility Week 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to consider several reports and bylaws, including the 2021 Annual Report, proposed amendments to council remuneration, and a bid to co-host the 2026 55+ BC Summer Games. They will also hold public hearings on three rezoning and covenant applications. The agenda includes routine items like adoption of minutes and financial information.
- First three readings of Council Remuneration Bylaw Amendment No. 9328, 2022
- Approval of 2021 Annual Report
- Approval of bid to co-host 2026 55+ BC Summer Games with up to $100,000 from Major Events Reserve
- Third reading of Tamarack/Spruce Street Road Closure Bylaw No. 9308, 2022
- Public hearings for rezoning applications at 7550 Hart Highway, 100 Tabor Boulevard, and 3221/3191 Highway 16
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Resolutions will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes from March 11, 2022. The main business is considering 2022 UBCM resolutions, with a submission deadline of June 30, 2022, and reviewing the committee's 2022 work plan. The meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2022, at City Hall.
- Consideration of 2022 UBCM resolutions (deadline June 30, 2022)
- Review of 2022 work plan for the committee
- Adoption of minutes from March 11, 2022 meeting
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then discuss new business including a review of the commission, heritage strategic planning, and its operating budget. The commission will consider adding two properties to the heritage registry: Knox United Church at 1448 5th Avenue and a house at 2299 Laurier Crescent. It will also review the heritage registry inventory, discuss heritage recognition awards, Ginters Dog Park, and correspondence about 415 Melville Street and 2775 Hammond Avenue.
- Consideration of heritage registry nomination for Knox United Church, 1448 5th Avenue
- Consideration of heritage registry nomination for house at 2299 Laurier Crescent
- Review of Heritage Registry Inventory (non-residential and residential)
- Discussion of Heritage Recognition Awards
- Correspondence regarding 415 Melville Street and 2775 Hammond Avenue
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility will review several new business items including the Age Friendly Action Plan. The committee is also scheduled to discuss CN Centre accessible seating, civic facility audits, and sidewalk closure procedures.
- Age Friendly Action Plan presentation by Sarah Brown
- CN Centre Accessible Seating discussion
- Civic Facility Audits (Work Plan Item 1A)
- Sidewalk Closure Procedures and Compliance (Work Plan Item 2C)
- Accessibility Presentation (Work Plan Item 3A)
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will receive for information several financial reports, including 2021 investment results, reserve fund balances from 2019 through 2021, 2021 carry forwards, and a financial report on significant capital projects. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting, and review its 2022 work plan. No decisions requiring a vote are on the agenda.
- Investment results for year ending December 31, 2021
- Reserve funds balances, sources, and uses for 2019 through 2021
- 2021 carry forwards report
- Financial report on significant capital projects
- 2022 committee work plan
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council will vote on several items, including a $1.8 million grant application to the federal Building Safer Communities Fund to address gun and gang violence. They will also consider amendments to public hearing procedures, new golf course fees, multiple rezoning applications, road closures, and development variance permits. The meeting includes formal public hearings for three land use contract discharges.
- Approve application to Building Safer Communities Fund for up to $1.8M for gun and gang violence initiative
- First three readings of Bylaw 9313 to set 2022-2023 fees for Pine Valley Golf Centre
- Third reading of rezoning Bylaw 9249 for 5576 Leland Road (RZ100714)
- First and second readings of rezoning Bylaws 9285 (2093 Oak Street), 9303 (7550 Hart Highway), 9305 (100 Tabor Boulevard)
- Public hearings for discharge of land use contracts at 2016 Blackburn Road North, 1215 Blackburn Road, and 7468 Giscome Road
Advisory Committee on Development Design
The Advisory Committee on Development Design will appoint a new Chair and Vice Chair for the term ending March 31, 2023. The committee will also review a multi-family residential development project located at 1805 Upland Street.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for the term May 18, 2022 to March 31, 2023
- Project Review: DP100818 - Multi Family Residential at 1805 Upland Street
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will consider adopting the agenda and previous minutes, then receive presentations and reports on the City of Prince George's 2021 financial statements and audit, as well as the financial statements for the Prince George Public Library and Tourism Prince George Society. The committee will also review its 2022 work plan. The main decision is whether to approve the city's 2021 financial statements.
- Approve 2021 City of Prince George financial statements
- Receive KPMG audit findings report for 2021
- Receive 2021 financial statements for Prince George Public Library
- Receive 2021 financial statements for Tourism Prince George Society
- Review 2022 Finance and Audit work plan
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion will discuss proposed amendments to the parking section of the Zoning Bylaw, hear about accessible and adaptable housing statistics, and receive updates on National AccessAbility Week and Red Shirt Day. The agenda also includes adopting the previous meeting's minutes.
- Discussion of amendments to the Parking Section in the Zoning Bylaw
- Presentation on accessible and adaptable housing statistics
- Update on National AccessAbility Week (starting last Sunday of May)
- Invitation to participate in Red Shirt Day on June 1, 2022
Regular Council Meeting
The Prince George City Council is meeting to consider a range of planning and development items, including several rezoning applications, road closures, and requests to concur with new wireless communications facilities. The agenda also includes updates from delegations, a procurement report, and appointments. Most items are at the reading or decision stage, with some recommendations to deny or support specific applications.
- Third reading for road closure bylaws at 1652 Boundary Road and 214 Kelly Street
- Third reading for rezoning at 1980 5th Avenue (Bylaw 9280)
- Concurrence for Freedom Mobile 45m tower at 6686 Highway 16 and Rogers 31m tower at 100 Tabor Blvd
- Denial of variance permit VP100610 at 2710 Ewert Crescent
- Support for ALR subdivision at 9808 Kelly Road North
Advisory Committee on Development Design
The Advisory Committee on Development Design is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for the coming year, and review the design of the Malaspina Child Care Facility at 8008 Malaspina Avenue. The meeting is largely procedural, with one substantive project review.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for term April 13, 2022 to March 31, 2023
- Project review: Malaspina Child Care Facility at 8008 Malaspina Avenue, presented by Colliers Project Leaders
- Adoption of minutes from March 2, 2022 meeting
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, introduce members, and review committee procedures. The committee will appoint a chair, vice-chair, and representatives to the Advisory Committee on Development Design, and discuss its 2022 work plan. It will also receive updates on its annual report to council, accessible housing statistics, and accessible infrastructure on private development.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for term April 7, 2022 to March 31, 2023
- Appointment of representative and alternate to Advisory Committee on Development Design
- Review of 2022 Work Plan
- Update on Annual Report to Council from March 14, 2022 meeting
- Updates on accessible housing development statistics and accessible infrastructure on private development
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to decide on several planning and administrative items, including first readings for election-related bylaw amendments, a rezoning at 1613 5th Avenue, and road closures at 1595 Torpy Road, 1652 Boundary Road, and 214 Kelly Street. They will also receive a presentation on the Civic Core Plan and consider options for public notice publishing and tax exemptions for places of worship. A formal public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 PM regarding a land use contract discharge at 1312 Blackburn Road North.
- First three readings for Election and Other Voting Procedures Bylaw No. 9294, 2022 and Election and Political Signs Bylaw Amendment No. 9295, 2022
- Third reading for 1595 Torpy Road Road Closure Bylaw No. 9286, 2022
- First and second reading for rezoning at 1613 5th Avenue (Bylaw No. 9274, 2021)
- Approval of Development Variance Permit VP100596 at 1510 Taylor Drive (front yard setback reduced from 4.5m to 3.0m)
- Public hearing for Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 9244 at 1312 Blackburn Road North
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a significant budget increase for the Malaspina Avenue Daycare, a motion condemning hate and racism, and the adoption of various committee work plans. They will also receive information reports on housing needs and building permits, and hold public hearings for a rezoning and a land use contract discharge.
- Budget increase for Malaspina Avenue Daycare from $2,998,818 to $5,135,298, funded by Childcare BC New Spaces Fund grants
- Motion to condemn hate, racism, and discrimination, reaffirming commitment to Canadian Cities Against Racism and Discrimination
- Public hearing for OCP amendment and rezoning at 9048 Sintich Road (Bylaws 9202 and 9203)
- Public hearing for land use contract discharge on Western Road (Bylaw 9225)
- Third reading of Pharaoh Road Road Closure Bylaw No. 9223, 2021
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Resolutions will consider adopting its 2022 work plan, review minutes from January, and discuss two referred items: ICBC rate inequities (with a delegation from Darcy Repen) and a news article about the province removing some housing approval powers from local governments. No final decisions are expected on the discussion items.
- ICBC rate inequities delegation request and presentation by Darcy Repen
- Discussion of B.C. removing some housing approval powers from local governments
- Approval of the 2022 work plan for the committee
- Adoption of minutes from January 17, 2022 meeting
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes from June 10, 2021, introduce members, and appoint a chair and vice-chair. The commission will also review its 2022 work plan presented by staff liaison Melissa Nitz. This is largely an organizational meeting for the newly constituted commission.
- Adoption of June 10, 2021 minutes
- Introduction of commission members
- Appointment of chair and vice-chair
- Review of 2022 Heritage Commission work plan
- Next meeting scheduled for June 9, 2022
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility will receive presentations and correspondence on accessibility topics, including a presentation from Two Rivers Art Gallery and a letter about access to Ron Brent Park. The committee will also review a development project update, discuss accessibility of electric vehicle charging stations, and consider approving its 2021 annual report and 2022 work plan. The meeting includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes, and a closed session for discussion of personal information about a municipal award or gift.
- Presentation by Sara Knelman, Executive Director, Two Rivers Art Gallery
- Correspondence from Reta Herrick regarding access to Ron Brent Park from Gateway Lodge
- Update on development permit DP100796 for a 60-unit apartment building by Pacific Peace Properties Inc.
- Discussion on accessibility of electric vehicle charging stations
- Approval of 2021 Annual Committee Report and 2022 Work Plan
Advisory Committee on Development Design
The Advisory Committee on Development Design is meeting to adopt an amended agenda, approve minutes from November 2021, and review a draft 2021 annual report to Council and a 2022 work plan. The main decision is whether to approve these documents.
- Adoption of amended agenda adding Draft 2021 Annual Committee Report and 2022 Work Plan
- Approval of minutes from November 10, 2021 meeting
- Review and potential approval of Draft 2021 Annual Committee Report to Council
- Review and potential approval of Draft 2022 Committee Work Plan
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including budget amendments for park washroom upgrades and a downtown renewable energy system, as well as first and second readings for multiple rezoning and road closure bylaws. They will also consider grant applications for emergency preparedness and amendments to committee procedures regarding COVID-19 vaccines.
- Approve $760,000 budget for Carrie Jane Gray Park washroom upgrade, adding $260,000
- Amend Ramada DES capital project budget from $300,000 to $500,000
- First and second reading for 1595 Torpy Road road closure bylaw
- First and second reading for rezoning at 1933 Queensway, 4054/4076 Weisbrod Road, and 6011/6303 Giscome Road
- Support $25,000 grant applications for Emergency Operations Centre and Emergency Support Services
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will receive a KPMG audit planning presentation, consider three options for the 2022 tax rate structure and recommend one to Council, and review its 2022 work plan. The meeting also includes adopting the agenda and prior minutes.
- KPMG presentation on Audit Planning Report for year ended December 31, 2021
- Recommendation to Council on 2022 tax rate structure (Options 1, 2, or 3)
- Adoption of minutes from December 6, 2021 meeting
- Receive 2022 Finance and Audit Work Plan
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council will consider several items, including a rezoning application for 7215 and 7163 Kelly Road, a $1.47 million debt reduction for the Hart Industrial storm drainage project, and a motion to compare RCMP contract costs with peer municipalities. Council will also review the 2021 RCMP year-in-review and decide on an application for a $50,000 poverty reduction grant. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and final readings of bylaws.
- Rezoning application RZ100716 for 7215 and 7163 Kelly Road (third reading)
- Reduction of authorized debt by $1,470,000 for Hart Industrial Storm Drainage Treatment Project
- 2022 Equipment Financing Bylaw No. 9277 with alternative approval process (elector response deadline March 31, 2022)
- Motion to compare RCMP contract costs with peer municipalities
- Support resolutions for NDIT grant applications (Caledonia Nordic Ski Club up to $99,999, Prince George Sexual Assault Centre up to $100,000, Prince George Alano Society up to $26,116.76)
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, review new business including a development permit for a 60-unit apartment building and a report on electric vehicle charging station accessibility, and consider its 2021 annual report and 2022 work plan. The meeting will also close to the public to discuss a municipal award or gift under the Community Charter.
- Review of Development Permit DP100796 for a 60-unit apartment building (Apartment C) by Station One Architects for Pacific Peace Properties Inc., part of a larger 5-building plan
- Variance request VP100597 to reduce parking from 170 to 154 stalls for the overall site
- Discussion of accessibility of electric vehicle charging stations
- Approval of 2021 Annual Committee Report to Council and 2022 Work Plan
- Motion to close meeting to the public for discussion of personal information about an individual considered for a municipal award or gift
Regular Council Budget Meeting
Prince George City Council is holding a budget meeting to review and approve the 2022 general operating budget, the 2022-2026 financial plan, and the 2022-2026 capital expenditure plan. The agenda includes recommendations to approve numerous service category budgets, consider service enhancements, and receive public input. The meeting also includes a recommendation to not utilize $3,072,625 of Safe Restart Funding due to a sufficient 2021 surplus.
- Recommendation to approve 2022 General Operating Budget
- Recommendation to approve 2022-2026 Financial Plan
- Recommendation to approve 2022-2026 Capital Plan
- Recommendation to not use $3,072,625 Safe Restart Funding
- Consideration of RCMP budget reduction of $1M
Regular Council Budget Meeting
Prince George City Council is holding a budget meeting to review and approve the 2022-2026 Financial Plan and Capital Expenditure Plan. The agenda includes receiving the 2022 General Operating Budget, approving the capital plan, and considering several service category budgets and proposed enhancements. Public input is scheduled before and after the presentations.
- Approve not using $3,072,625 in Safe Restart Funding due to 2021 surplus
- Approve 2022-2026 Capital Plan
- Consider RCMP contract budget reduction of $1M
- Consider enhancements: police protection, fire strategic plan, Canada Games Plaza washrooms, Outdoor Ice Oval Society grant increase
- Approve service category budgets for library, tourism, and all city departments
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Resolutions is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then consider two main items: recommending updated Terms of Reference to Council and approving its 2022 work plan. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Recommendation to adopt agenda for January 17, 2022 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from December 7, 2021 meeting
- Recommendation to Council for approval of updated Terms of Reference (draft dated 2022-01-07)
- Approval of 2022 Standing Committee Work Plan
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George City Council is meeting to consider several items, including approval of the 2022-2024 Strategic Plan, a bid to host the 2025 Special Olympics BC, and multiple rezoning applications. The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and receiving reports on procurement and a COVID-19 booster clinic.
- Approval of 2022-2024 Strategic Plan
- Bid to host 2025 Special Olympics BC with up to $35,000 direct and $60,000 in-kind commitment
- Rezoning and OCP amendment at 9048 Sintich Road (Bylaws 9202, 9203)
- Rezoning at 7215 and 7163 Kelly Road (Bylaw 9247)
- Rezoning at 7023 Irene Road (Bylaw 9260) and 4141 Airport Road (Bylaw 9262)
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion will adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then discuss new business including a development permit review for 1330/1380 Foothills Blvd, accessibility of electric vehicle charging stations, and 2022 committee recruitment. They will also consider approving the 2021 annual report and 2022 work plan, and receive verbal updates from working groups on barriers, pedestrian issues, advice to other committees, and outreach.
- Review of Multiple Residential Development Permit No. DP100796 (1330/1380 Foothills Blvd)
- Discussion on accessibility of electric vehicle charging stations
- 2022 Committee Recruitment
- Approval of 2021 Annual Committee Report to Council and 2022 Work Plan
- Verbal updates from working groups on barriers, pedestrian issues, and outreach