Prince George public meetings in 2025
75 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It will receive for information a report on the British Columbia Police Act and a draft progress report. The committee will approve the draft 2026 Work Plan for the Standing Committee on Public Safety. A delegation from the PG Hope and Healing Network will present its materials.
- Adopt agenda for the meeting
- Adopt minutes of the October 21, 2025 Public Safety meeting
- Delegation presentation by the PG Hope and Healing Network
- Receive for information the Overview of British Columbia Police Act report
- Approve the draft 2026 Committee Work Plan
Regular Council Meeting
This regular council meeting includes several decisions and discussions. Council will consider allocating $17,691 from the contingency fund to support the Prince George & District Senior Citizens Activity Centre. They will also vote on three zoning bylaw amendments, a new Council-Staff Communications Policy, and a report on overnight security in the C1 zone. Additionally, a delegation will request funding for portable bleachers.
- Allocation of $17,691 from contingency fund to Senior Citizens Activity Centre at 425 Brunswick Street
- First and second readings of OCP and zoning amendment for 5310 Russman Road
- First three readings of zoning amendments for 2011 PG Pulpmill Road and 1950 Gorse Street
- Report on options to increase overnight security in the C1 zone
- Public safety petition to the House of Commons
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission will adopt its agenda and the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive reports from the Chair and three working groups and approve the draft "Communications and Outreach Strategic Plan." The commission will also adopt the Heritage Strategic Plan Evaluation Table for reviewing the 2006 Heritage Strategic Plan and schedule a special meeting on January 8, 2026.
- Adopt agenda for the December 11, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting
- Approve draft "Prince George Heritage Commission: Communications and Outreach Strategic Plan"
- Adopt Heritage Strategic Plan Evaluation Table for annual review of the 2006 plan
- Approve special commission meeting on January 8, 2026 to review annual report and Heritage Week 2026
Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration
The Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration will review a consultant's report on council compensation, examine information requests including peer municipality tax burden and expense allowance data, and review the existing Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 8414, 2012. The committee will also adopt minutes from its November 20, 2025 meeting.
- Review of Council Remuneration report by Sainas Consult Inc.
- Information requests for Statements of Financial Information, tax class and rates, expense fund, and peer municipality tax burden data
- Review of Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 8414, 2012
- Adoption of minutes from November 20, 2025 meeting
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will receive for information the results of Budget 2026 community engagement and the 2026-2028 operating budget guidelines. The committee will vote to approve the draft 2026-2030 capital plan, authorizing procurement to begin, and will also adopt the 2026 committee work plan.
- Draft 2026-2030 Capital Plan presented with funded and unfunded project lists for approval to start procurement processes
- Budget 2026 Community Engagement Results report for information
- Operating Budget Guidelines for 2026-2028 for information
- Approval of 2026 Standing Committee on Finance and Audit Work Plan
- Adoption of minutes from August 20, 2025 committee meeting
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then receive for information a report on the 2026 Delegation Budget. The committee will also discuss correspondence from the BC RCMP regarding a UBCM meeting, a federal budget brief from First Lake Solutions, and a letter from MLA Kiel Giddens concerning Bill 31 and the North Coast Transmission Line. No binding decisions are scheduled.
- 2026 Delegation Budget report received for information
- Correspondence from BC RCMP Deputy Commissioner on UBCM meeting (Sept 23, 2025)
- Correspondence from First Lake Solutions: Federal Budget Brief
- Letter from MLA Kiel Giddens re: Bill 31 and North Coast Transmission Line
Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss a report on options to avoid a two-year shutdown of the Aquatic Centre and give first three readings to the Stormwater Utility Bylaw, Stormwater Reserve Bylaw, and amendments to the Comprehensive Fees and Charges Bylaw.
- Aquatic Centre shutdown reconsideration
- Stormwater Utility Bylaw No. 9597
- Stormwater Reserve Bylaw No. 9598
- Comprehensive Fees and Charges Bylaw amendments
- Dive Platforms capital request ($36,200)
Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration
The Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration will discuss several items related to mayor and councillor compensation, including benefits summaries, MLA remuneration data, average expense allotment usage, and framework options for council pay. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion meeting.
- Review of Mayor and Councillor Benefits Summary
- Review of Members of the Legislative Assembly Remuneration and Expenses
- Review of Average Use of Allowable Expense Allotment
- Discussion of Council Remuneration Framework Options
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will adopt its agenda and adopt the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It will receive informational reports on the 2026 budget and work plan, the FCM Annual Conference resolution, obstetrical care at UHNBC, and the Aboriginal Housing Management Association resolution. The committee will approve sending a letter that supports the North Coast Transmission Line hoist motion.
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the October 21, 2025 committee meeting
- Receipt of information on the 2026 budget and work plan
- Receipt of information on the FCM Annual Conference resolution
- Approval to send a letter supporting the North Coast Transmission Line hoist motion
Regular Council Meeting
The council will adopt the agenda and minutes and receive several informational reports. It will then consider a range of items, including a zoning bylaw amendment, approvals for a temporary use permit and a development variance permit, a new citizen recognition program with funding, and a $30,000 emergency services grant application.
- First three readings of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. RZ100857 (bylaw No. 9577) for 1538 Highway 97 South
- Approval of Temporary Use Permit No. TU000108 for 8400 Hart Highway
- Approval of Development Variance Permit No. VP100706 for 7699 Lemoyne Drive
- Adoption of Citizen Recognition Program with $5,000 allocation from the 2025 contingency fund and $10,000 annual budget item
- Approval of a $30,000 grant application to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund – Emergency Support Services
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Prince George Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion will adopt the agenda and minutes from a previous meeting. The committee will review service requests, update on a local community accessibility grant, and report on progress toward the 2023-2026 Accessibility Work Plan.
- Adoption of agenda and minutes from July 17, 2025
- Overview of service requests and civic facilities accessibility improvements
- Update on SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant implementation
- Update on CNIB event 'Get on Board' from October 7, 2025
- Progress report on the 2023-2026 City of Prince George Accessibility Work Plan
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting. It will receive reports for information on the 2026 budget, economic risk areas, the UBCM 2025 review, and the 2026 work plan. The committee will also approve sending a letter to the Lieutenant Governor of BC concerning gender‑based violence, intimate partner violence and human trafficking.
- Receive for information the report on the 2026 budget
- Verbal discussion of identifying economic risk areas
- Approve sending a letter to Lieutenant Governor Wendy Cocchia on gender‑based violence, intimate partner violence and human trafficking
- Receive for information the UBCM 2025 review
- Receive for information the report on the 2026 work plan
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. It will receive for information several reports, including a graffiti remediation options report, information on false alarms, and a block watch events follow‑up report. The committee will also consider submissions on provincial and federal drug policies and downtown busking opportunities.
- Adoption of the October 21, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting
- Receipt of the “Graffiti Remediation Options” report (dated 9 Oct 2025)
- Receipt of the “Information on False Alarms” report (dated 9 Oct 2025)
- Receipt of the “Block Watch Events – Follow Up Report” (dated 14 Oct 2025)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will decide on final adoption of the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525 and give final readings to several other bylaws. They will also consider first three readings for two zoning amendments (1475 Edmonton Street and 4922 Chief Lake Road), a nuisance abatement order at 4235 Quentin Avenue, and a grant application for Carrie Jane Gray Park renewal.
- Final adoption of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025
- First three readings for zoning amendment at 1475 Edmonton Street (Northern Health) – Bylaw No. 9567
- First three readings for zoning amendment at 4922 Chief Lake Road – Bylaw No. 9569
- Nuisance abatement order for 4235 Quentin Avenue with cease order for garbage, dog issues, noise, and camping
- Approval to apply for UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund grant for Carrie Jane Gray Park renewal plan
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion will review accessibility data and progress on the 2023-2026 City of Prince George Accessibility Work Plan. The meeting includes updates on civic facility improvements and grant implementation.
- Overview of October 2025 accessibility service request data
- Report on Civic Facilities Accessibility Improvements
- Update on SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant implementation
- Progress update on the 2023-2026 City of Prince George Accessibility Work Plan
- Update on the CNIB 'Get on Board' event from October 7, 2025
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider two reports: the 2025 annual review of the Community Grants Program, which recommends improvements for the 2026 launch, and a proposal to transition existing grant holders to Standing Grant Agreements under the Multiyear Funding Grants policy. The committee will then vote on whether to recommend these actions to City Council.
- Community Grants Program 2025 Annual Review – staff recommend implementing improvements for the 2026 program launch
- Multiyear Standing Grants – staff recommend transitioning existing grant agreement holders to Standing Grant Agreements (Stream A) under the Multiyear Funding Grants Council Policy
- Adoption of agenda and minutes of the June 25, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration
The Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration will meet to adopt its agenda, introduce members, and review the council remuneration bylaw and benefits summary. The committee will also appoint a chair and review its work plan.
- Adoption of agenda
- Appointment of Chair
- Review of Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 8414
- Review of City of Prince George Benefits Summary
- Review of Committee Work Plan and Schedule
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George Council will adopt four zoning bylaw amendments and a permissive tax exemption bylaw. The meeting also includes a delegation from Northern BC Crime Stoppers and a report on a stormwater infrastructure fund.
- Zoning Bylaw No. 9514, 2024 at 880 Guay Road
- Zoning Bylaw No. 9546, 2025 at 4330 Giscome Road
- Zoning Bylaw No. 9568, 2025 at 3556 Willowdale Drive
- Zoning Bylaw No. 9550, 2025 at 6174 Monterey Road West
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 9583, 2025
Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program
The Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program is meeting to review an October update report. The committee will provide direction on finalizing the program framework.
- Review of the PG Medal of Excellence and Good Citizenship nomination form, selection criteria, and terms of reference
- Discussion of the Proposed Program Framework
- Receipt of the October Update on Citizen Recognition Program report dated September 25, 2025
Regular Council Meeting
This meeting includes a public hearing and potential third reading of two bylaws: the City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025, which updates the city-wide land use plan, and Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 9526, 2025, which aligns zoning with the new OCP. Council will vote on giving third reading to both bylaws following public input.
- Public hearing and third reading of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025 (city-wide)
- Public hearing and third reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 9526, 2025
Regular Council Meeting
Council will decide on a parking study implementation that includes harmonizing free parking hours in downtown and hospital zones, installing physical pay stations, and exploring a visitor parking pass program, alongside other items. Also under consideration are first three readings of a zoning bylaw amendment at 3556 Willowdale Drive, final adoption of several official community plan and zoning bylaw amendments at locations including 1700 Yew Street and 4330 Giscome Road, and a UBCM grant application for wildfire mitigation actions requiring $80,000 from the Climate Action Reserve Fund.
- First three readings of zoning bylaw amendment RZ100851 at 3556 Willowdale Drive (applicants Raymond Guy Raby and Daniela Cook)
- Final reading and adoption of OCP amendments at 4330 Giscome Road, 6174/6166 Monterey Road West, and 880 Guay Road, plus zoning amendment at 1700 Yew Street
- Direction to implement parking study recommendations #4a and #14a (physical pay stations) and harmonize free parking hours in downtown and hospital zones at 2 or 3 hours, and include 2nd Avenue two-way conversion in 2026 capital plan
- Proposal to host FIFA World Cup 2026 community outdoor watch parties at Canada Games Plaza with Tourism Prince George and other partners
- Approval sought for UBCM Community Resiliency Investment grant application for wildfire mitigation and $80,000 expenditure from Climate Action Reserve Fund
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety is meeting to discuss downtown security, drug policies, and the management of vacant premises. The body will review a security camera pilot project and food distribution services for vulnerable populations.
- Discussion on Safe Streets Bylaw No. 9209, 2021
- Review of Resolution PS24-002 regarding food distribution and downtown security
- Discussion on vacant premises and the City purchase of Knights Inn Motel
- Update on the Downtown Prince George Security Camera Pilot Project
- Discussion on drug policies and busking opportunities in the downtown
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will meet on September 15, 2025, to adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The committee will receive information on Coastal GasLink projects and approve an updated work plan for 2025.
- Adoption of August 5, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approval of updated 2025 Committee Work Plan
- Information update on Coastal GasLink summer activities
- Presentation from Chambers of Commerce Executive Director
- Review of potential economic development issues for 2025-26
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission will adopt the agenda and minutes from previous meetings, approve a new Heritage Register Procedure, and approve Statements of Significance for two properties: 2299 Laurier Crescent and the Knox United Church.
- Adoption of Heritage Register Procedure
- Approval of Statement of Significance for 2299 Laurier Crescent
- Approval of Statement of Significance for Knox United Church
- Review of Heritage Interpretive Signs draft plans
- Review of 2025/2026 Quarterly Meeting Schedule and Work Plan
Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program
The Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program is meeting to review a September update and provide direction on finalizing the program's framework. The committee will also consider the adoption of minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting.
- September Update on Citizen Recognition Program report dated August 26, 2025
- Proposed Program Framework for Citizen Recognition
Regular Council Meeting
The Prince George City Council will vote on several items at its September 3 meeting. Key decisions include rescinding second reading of the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, adopting amendments, and scheduling a public hearing for October 1. Council will also consider a motion to launch a temporary use pilot for vacant downtown storefronts, direct staff on a riverfront plan with UNBC, and allocate $7,500 for block watch parties. A zoning bylaw amendment for an Aboriginal housing project at 1700 Yew Street and a public hearing for a development at 4330 Giscome Road are also on the agenda.
- Rescind second reading of OCP Bylaw No. 9525, adopt amended schedule, set public hearing for Oct 1
- Motion to direct staff on temporary occupancy pilot for vacant downtown storefronts in C1 zone (up to 12 months without rezoning)
- Motion for Riverfront Vitality plan led by UNBC, targeting completion by Dec 31, 2026
- Give first three readings to zoning amendment for Aboriginal housing at 1700 Yew Street (Bylaw No. 9573)
- Public hearing at 7:00 p.m. for OCP and zoning amendments at 4330 Giscome Road (applicant O'Brien Developments)
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit is reviewing reports on reserve fund balances from 2022 to 2024 and community engagement for the 2026 budget. The committee is also asked to recommend that Council approve the 2026 permissive tax exemptions.
- Recommendation for Council to approve 2026 Permissive Tax Exemptions
- Report on Budget 2026 Community Engagement
- Report on Reserve Funds balances, sources, and uses for 2022 through 2024
- Review of the Standing Committee on Finance and Audit Work Plan
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will adopt its agenda and minutes from June 17, 2025, and receive for information a white paper on crime prevention, a report on vacant premises, and submissions regarding drug policy and downtown busking.
- Adoption of June 17, 2025 committee minutes
- Reception of 'White Paper: Crime / Incivilities Harms Prevention and Reduction'
- Reception of 'Vacant Premise and Related Subjects' report
- Submission on Provincial and Federal Drug Policies
- Submission on Busking Opportunities in the Downtown
Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss a proposal to allow temporary uses in vacant ground-floor commercial spaces in the C1 zone downtown for up to 12 months. The meeting also includes decisions on zoning amendments and temporary use permits.
- Proposed Temporary Occupancy Pilot Program for C1 zone downtown storefronts
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. RZ100846 for 7346 Caribou Road
- Temporary Use Permit Application No. TU000107 for 952 - 944 4th Avenue
- Final reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 9528 for 4225 Turner Road
- Final reading of Prince George Heritage Commission Bylaw Amendment No. 9575
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will consider approving an advocacy plan for public washrooms in downtown Prince George and directing the chair to send a letter to ICBC about replacement costs of municipal assets. Other agenda items include receiving for information a list of committee resolutions, a UBCM review and plan, and a work plan prioritizing economic issues.
- Approval of advocacy plan for public washrooms in downtown Prince George
- Directing chair to send letter to ICBC regarding replacement cost of municipal assets
- Receiving list of committee resolutions as of July 25, 2025
- Receiving UBCM review and plan for information
- Receiving committee work plan prioritizing economic issues
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission will meet to adopt its agenda and authorize summer information sessions on the Heritage Register at the Schoolhouse at Exploration Place.
- Authorization for summer information sessions at Schoolhouse at Exploration Place
- Approval of education materials for Heritage Register
- Review of 2024 Heritage Registry nomination form
- Review of Heritage Inventory for residential and non-residential properties
- Review of 2010 Heritage Context Study
Regular Council Meeting
Council will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. It will give first and second readings and adopt amendments to the Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 9545) and the Zoning Bylaw (Bylaw No. 9561) for the site at 4330 Giscome Road, and approve related public‑consultation steps. The council will also adopt the Indemnification Bylaw amendment, approve a grant application to the Union of BC Municipalities Strategic Priorities Fund, consider snow‑and‑ice policy options, and direct administration to coordinate a Business & Retail Crime Response Forum.
- Final reading and adoption of Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment No. 9561, 2025 (101 George Street)
- First and second readings of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9545, 2025 amendment (4330 Giscome Road)
- Approval of grant application to the Union of BC Municipalities Strategic Priorities Fund (capital infrastructure stream)
- Final reading and adoption of Indemnification Bylaw No. 8522, 2013, Amendment No. 9562, 2025
- Direction to coordinate a Business & Retail Crime Response Forum with RCMP and local business groups
Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program
The Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program will adopt its agenda and adopt the minutes from its May 16, 2025 meeting. It will receive a staff report dated June 16, 2025 that updates the Citizen Recognition Program and will provide direction on finalizing the program framework. The committee also set its next meeting for August 28, 2025.
- Adopt agenda for July 24, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes from May 16, 2025 meeting
- Receive June 16, 2025 staff report updating the Citizen Recognition Program (information)
- Provide direction to finalize the Citizen Recognition Program framework
- Schedule next committee meeting for August 28, 2025
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion is meeting to review accessibility data and a grant application for facility upgrades. The committee is discussing the installation of push button door openers in selected civic facilities, with a priority on the Agriplex.
- Proposed SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant application for push button door openers in civic facilities (priority on the Agriplex)
- Review of July 2025 Accessibility Data
- Update on the BC Accessibility Hub from Committee Chair Ken Biron
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George Council will consider approving a $750,000 budget increase for waste equipment replacement and adopting a 5-year financial plan amendment. The agenda also includes a development variance permit request and a motion to cancel a November council meeting.
- Approve $750,000 budget increase for waste equipment replacement
- Adopt 5-year Operating and Capital Financial Plans Bylaw amendment
- Approve Development Variance Permit VP100701 for 6531 Olympia Place
- Cancel Regular Council Meeting for November 17, 2025
- Authorize $40,000 funding for 2026 Olympic Trials
Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program
The Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program will receive an update on the program and provide direction on finalizing its framework. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from May 16, 2025, and scheduling the next meeting for July 24, 2025. No financial decisions or rezonings are on the agenda.
- Update on Citizen Recognition Program with proposed framework for direction
- Adoption of minutes from May 16, 2025 meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for July 24, 2025
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive information reports on unfunded capital projects for 2025 and a heritage sign revitalization project. The body will also consider the adoption of minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting.
- Report on Unfunded 2025 Capital Projects from the Director of Civic Operations and Director of Civic Facilities and Events
- Report on Heritage Sign Revitalization Project from the Director of Planning & Development
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. It will receive for information several reports from the Director of Finance and IT Services, including investment results for 2024, 2024 carry‑forwards, the 2024 internal debt summary, a financial report on significant capital projects, Sustainable Finance Policy 8.3, and the 2025 work plan. No decisions beyond adoption are listed.
- Adopt agenda for the June 25, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes of the Finance and Audit Committee meeting held May 7, 2025
- Receive Investment Results for year ending December 31, 2024
- Receive Financial Report on Significant Capital Projects
- Receive Sustainable Finance Policy 8.3
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider approving the 2024 annual report, several business improvement area budgets, and funding requests. Key decisions include final adoption of zoning and official community plan amendments for a development at 8640 St. Lawrence Avenue and 2800 Vista Ridge Drive. Council will also give first three readings to a zoning bylaw amendment for 101 George Street to restrict use to parking non-accessory.
- Final reading and adoption of OCP and zoning amendments for Ridgecrest Development at 8640 St. Lawrence Avenue and 2800 Vista Ridge Drive
- Approval of up to $30,000 from Major Events Reserve Fund for 2030 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games site visit
- Approval of up to $15,000 from Council Contingency for CN Centre 30th anniversary event
- First three readings of zoning bylaw amendment for 101 George Street to restrict use to parking non-accessory
- Development variance permit at 1197 and 1215 Blackburn Road N to reduce minimum exterior side yard setback from 3.0 m to 1.2 m
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. It will receive reports from the Chair, the Heritage Registry working group, the Interpretive Signs working group, and the Community Outreach and Education working group. The commission will adopt a recommendation to dissolve the Networking and Capacity Building working group and combine its responsibilities and members with the Community Outreach and Education working group. The next meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2025.
- Adoption of agenda for the June 19, 2025 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from the March 13, 2025 Heritage Commission meeting
- Heritage Registry report including a Statement of Significance for 2299 Laurier Crescent
- Interpretive Signs report and updated heritage sign inventory (May 2025)
- Recommendation to dissolve the Networking and Capacity Building working group and merge it with the Community Outreach and Education working group
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will hear delegations from the Prince George Regional Correctional Centre, Crisis Response Community Led (CRCL), and St. Vincent de Paul. The committee will also consider a request for updates on previous committee items of interest, and adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Delegation from Prince George Regional Correctional Centre on 'Working Together'
- Delegation from CRCL on crisis response
- Delegation from St. Vincent de Paul presented by Bernie Goold
- Request for updates regarding committee items of interest
Regular Council Meeting
The council will consider several resolutions, including endorsing a BC Ambulance agreement, supporting a road restoration request, and amending the council calendar. The most significant item is a resolution to reinstate public‑notice advertising in the Prince George Citizen with an annual budget of up to $100,000 and to reduce spending on American platforms. The meeting also includes final reading and adoption of the Transit Service Annual Operating Agreement bylaw.
- Resolution to reinstate public‑notice advertising in the Prince George Citizen, budget up to $100,000 annually (D.2)
- Endorsement of the 2025 UBCM resolution on BC Ambulance agreements (D.1)
- Directive to provide a support letter for Quesnel‑Hixon Road restoration (D.5)
- Amendment to the 2025 council meeting calendar adding a Committee of the Whole meeting on Oct 14, 2025 (D.8)
- Final reading and adoption of Transit Service Annual Operating Agreement 2025‑2026 Bylaw No. 9560 (E.1)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, then receive information reports on building permits, BC Housing support for HEART and HEARTH, unallocated grant funds, and snow/ice control costs. They will consider a report on the CN Centre 30th anniversary celebration, give first three readings to the 2025-2026 transit operating agreement bylaw, decide on a development variance permit for 1055 Legacy Road to increase building height, and advance zoning and OCP amendments for 4225 Turner Road and three Monterey Road properties. Council will also receive alternative approval process results and grant final adoption to bylaws for equipment financing, stormwater renewal, civic centre chiller renewal, and a zoning amendment at 450 Ospika Boulevard.
- First three readings of 'City of Prince George Transit Service Annual Operating Agreement 2025-2026 Authorization Bylaw No. 9560, 2025'
- Development Variance Permit VP100699 to increase building height at 1055 Legacy Road from 12.0m to 13.4m
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment RZ100836 (Bylaw 9528) for 4225 Turner Road to allow up to 5 dwelling units
- Official Community Plan Amendment CP100214 (Bylaw 9549) and Zoning Amendment RZ100837 (Bylaw 9550) for 6174 & 6166 Monterey Road West
- Final adoption of loan bylaws for equipment financing, stormwater system renewal, and Civic Centre BAS & chiller renewal
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will meet to adopt the agenda for May 20, 2025, and approve the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. The committee will also hear from two delegations and review a report on emergency warming spaces.
- Adoption of agenda for May 20, 2025 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from April 15, 2025 meeting
- Delegation from Connective
- Delegation from Saint Vincent de Paul
- Report on Emergency Warming Spaces
Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program
The Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program will meet to review an administrative update on the program. The committee is also scheduled to adopt the agenda and the minutes from its April 24, 2025 meeting.
- Staff report dated May 6, 2025: Update on Citizen Recognition Program
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will consider adopting the agenda and minutes from February 2025. They will receive presentations on the 2024 financial statements for the City of Prince George, Prince George Public Library, and Tourism Prince George Society, with a recommendation to accept the city's statements. The committee will also vote on approving the 2025 work plan.
- Accept 2024 consolidated financial statements for City of Prince George
- Receive KPMG audit findings presentation for 2024 city statements
- Receive 2024 audited financial statements for Prince George Public Library
- Receive 2024 financial statements for Tourism Prince George Society
- Approve 2025 work plan for the committee
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will receive four reports for information: on BC Ambulance Service, Quesnel-Hixon Road restoration, Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway resolutions, and a 2025 UBCM resolution. No decisions are being made; the agenda is largely procedural.
- BC Ambulance Service report received for information
- Quesnel-Hixon Road Restoration update received for information
- Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway resolutions and advocacy report received for information
- 2025 UBCM Resolution report received for information
- Adoption of minutes from April 1, 2025 meeting
Regular Council Meeting
Council will give first three readings to a water regulations bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 9541), approve a budget amendment for the Library Skylight Renewal (from $875,000 to $1,125,000), and select an option from a report on procurement responses to US tariffs. Final adoption is also sought for a restrictive covenant discharge at 8777 Foothills Boulevard (Bylaw No. 9497). Several quarterly reports are presented for information.
- First three readings of City of Prince George Water Regulations and Rates Bylaw Amendment No. 9541
- Library Skylight Renewal budget amendment: increase from $875,000 to $1,125,000, funded by Canada Community Building Fund and General Infrastructure Reinvestment Fund
- Council to select an option from the report 'Procurement Options in Response to U.S. Tariffs'
- Final reading and adoption of Restrictive Covenant Discharge Bylaw No. 9497 for 8777 Foothills Boulevard
- Notice of motion for CN Centre 30th Anniversary Community Celebration (to be considered May 26)
Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program
The Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program will receive for information a proposed program plan from Councillor Kyle Sampson, along with a menu of options. No decisions are scheduled; the committee is gathering input.
- Receive for information the Proposed Citizen Recognition Program from Councillor Kyle Sampson
- Receive for information the Menu of Options document
- Adoption of agenda and minutes from March 27, 2025 meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The council will give final reading and adoption to several bylaws, including the 2025 tax rates and the 5-year operating and capital financial plans. A public hearing will be held on a zoning amendment to allow a cannabis retail store at 450/470 Ospika Boulevard, followed by consideration of a cannabis license application. Other items include a $100,000 grant application for Next Gen 911 fire dispatch and support for a Salvation Army grant request of $500,000.
- Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 9539, 2025 setting property tax rates
- Adoption of 5-Year Operating and Capital Financial Plans Bylaw No. 9538, 2025
- Public hearing on Zoning Bylaw Amendment for cannabis retail at 450/470 Ospika Boulevard
- Application for $100,000 Next Gen 911 grant for mobile CAD on fire vehicles
- Support for Salvation Army grant request of $500,000 from Northern Development Initiative Trust
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion will receive a presentation on parking modernization and discuss a grant application to SPARC BC for updating accessibility assessments of civic facilities. The committee will also appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for the upcoming term and undergo orientation on its terms of reference and work plan.
- Parking Modernization Study presentation by LEA Consulting Ltd.
- Proposed SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant application for 'Update Accessibility Assessments of Civic Facilities: Work Plan for Accessibility Improvements'
- Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for term April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026
- Adoption of minutes from January 16, 2025 meeting
- Committee orientation including terms of reference and 2025 work plan
Special Council Meeting
Council will consider adopting Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525 and consequential Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 9526. The updated OCP includes new land use maps and schedules. Extensive correspondence from residents and groups has been received, particularly regarding Ginter's Green, Forests for the World, and the urban containment boundary.
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025 – update to land use policies and schedules
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 9526, 2025 – consequential amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007
- Public correspondence on topics including Ginter's Green preservation, urban sprawl, and agricultural land reclassification
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will hear a delegation regarding retail theft and review reports on community safety programs. The committee is also asked to approve its 2025 work plan update.
- Delegation from Save on Foods Pine Centre Store Manager Regan Bader regarding retail theft
- Report on the promotion of Block Watch and Citizens on Patrol programs
- Approval of the draft Standing Committee on Public Safety Committee Work Plan
Regular Council Meeting
Council reconvenes a public hearing to consider third reading of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 9526, 2025. The updated plan sets future land use and growth policies for Prince George. Council also hears public input and correspondence on the proposed changes.
- Third reading of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025
- Third reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9526, 2025
- Reconvened public hearing with over 60 pieces of correspondence from residents and groups
- Multiple correspondence items regarding Ginter’s Green, urban containment boundary, and green space preservation
Regular Council Meeting
Council will adopt the agenda and approve minutes from March meetings. Delegates will receive a briefing on violence‑against‑women initiatives. The council will give first three readings to two energy‑related bylaws and to the 2025‑2029 financial plan and tax‑rates bylaws. Finally, the Council Remuneration Bylaw amendment will receive its final reading and adoption.
- Adopt agenda for the April 7 meeting
- Approve minutes from the March 19 and March 24 council meetings
- First three readings of the City Energy System Bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 9537, 2025)
- First three readings of the Lakeland Energy Supply Agreement Bylaw (Bylaw No. 9542, 2025)
- Final reading and adoption of Council Remuneration Bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 9535, 2025)
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will receive informational reports on a jurisdictional model from Peel Region, municipally administered medical clinics, fire service response levels, human trafficking, CleanBC, and a veterans covenant. The committee will also consider directing the chair to send a letter to provincial ministers regarding the CleanBC Roadmap to 2030.
- Directs chair to send letter to Minister Adrian Dix and others on CleanBC Roadmap to 2030
- Receives report on jurisdictional model and framework from Ontario's Peel Region
- Receives report on municipally administered medical clinics, including Colwood Clinic FAQs
- Receives report on PG Fire Services Response Levels
- Finalizes dates for delegation to Victoria
Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program
This is the inaugural meeting of the Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program. The committee will adopt its agenda, receive an overview of committees/commissions/boards, appoint a chair, and review the history of citizen recognition awards in Prince George. The meeting is largely procedural and focused on orientation.
- Adoption of the agenda for March 27, 2025
- Appointment of a chair from among committee members
- Receiving a presentation on 'Overview of Committees, Commissions, and Boards'
- Receiving the report 'History of City Awards and Items for Consideration'
- Setting next meeting for April 24, 2025
Regular Council Meeting
The Prince George City Council will review several development variance permits and zoning amendments. The body is also deciding on the financial terms for the CN Centre naming rights renewal through March 31, 2030, and an amendment to the Council Remuneration Bylaw.
- CN Centre Naming Rights Renewal Agreement for the term April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030
- Development Variance Permit VP100689 for 4431 Turner Road / 7171 Hart Highway
- Development Variance Permit VP100694 for 2595 Queensway
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. RZ100831 for 498 - 450 Ospika Boulevard
- Proposed Amendment to the Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 8414, 2012
Regular Council Meeting
Council holds a public hearing to consider third reading of the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525 and the consequential Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 9526. The public may comment on both concurrently. The OCP update covers land-use policies, an urban containment boundary, and has drawn correspondence about protecting green spaces such as Ginter's Green.
- Public hearing for Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025
- Public hearing for Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 9526, 2025
- Correspondence received regarding green spaces, urban sprawl, and Ginter's Green
- Recommendation to give third reading to both bylaws
- Concurrent public hearing for both bylaws
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will meet to receive a report on overnight security options. The committee will also review and adopt the agenda and the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting.
- Report titled 'Options to Increase Overnight Patrols' from the Director of Administrative Services, dated March 11, 2025
Prince George Heritage Commission
The Prince George Heritage Commission is meeting to appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for the term ending February 28, 2026. The body will also assign members to working groups and review the draft 2025 Work Plan.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
- Appointment of members to working groups for Heritage Buildings/Heritage Register, Heritage Interpretive Signs, Community Outreach and Education, and Networking and Capacity Building
- Review of draft Statements of Significance for Knox United Church and 2299 Laurier Crescent
- Discussion of the draft Heritage Commission 2025 Work Plan
Regular Council Meeting
The Prince George City Council will adopt two restrictive covenant modification bylaws (No. 9511 and No. 9512) for parcels on Irene Road. The council will also give first three readings to two zoning bylaw amendment applications for Twinberry Drive and Balsum Road. In addition, the council will conduct third‑reading votes on three restrictive covenant discharge bylaws for properties on Balsum Road, Foothills Boulevard, and Langer Crescent.
- Adopt Restrictive Covenant Modification Bylaw No. 9511 for 6993 & 6991 Irene Road (NRH Investments Ltd.)
- Adopt Restrictive Covenant Modification Bylaw No. 9512 for 7452/7454 Irene Road (NRH Investments Ltd.)
- First three readings of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application RZ100832 (Bylaw No. 9519) for 9153 Twinberry Drive
- First three readings of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application RZ100835 (Bylaw No. 9527) for 3819 Balsum Road
- Third reading of Restrictive Covenant Discharge Bylaw No. 9495 for 4114 Balsum Road
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider recommending that Council approve $131,576 in limited duration operating grant funding allocations for 2025, as outlined in a report from the Director of Civic Facilities and Events. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and standard procedural items.
- Recommendation to Council for $131,576 in 2025 Limited Duration Operating Grant allocations
- Adoption of minutes from the May 8, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting
Special Council Meeting
Council is discussing whether to apply for the Inclusive Climate Action for Tunisian Municipalities (ICATM) project. If selected, the City would sign a memorandum of understanding with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and send two representatives to a meeting in Ottawa on March 24-25, 2025.
- Application to participate in the Inclusive Climate Action for Tunisian Municipalities (ICATM) project
- Proposed MOU with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)
Standing Committee on Finance and Audit
The Standing Committee on Finance and Audit will consider a presentation from KPMG on the 2025 audit planning report, discuss three options for the 2025 tax rate structure and recommend one to Council, and receive the 2025 committee work plan for information.
- KPMG audit planning report for year ending Dec 31, 2024 presented for information
- 2025 tax rate structure options (Option #1, #2, #3) — committee to recommend one to Council
- 2025 Finance and Audit Committee work plan received for information
Regular Council Meeting
Council is reviewing a new Official Community Plan and several zoning and development permits. The body is also deciding on funding for a major park renewal and a bid to host a national sporting event.
- Proposed $3,000,000 for Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park Playground Renewal
- Bid for 2030 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games with $400,000 cash and $100,000 in-kind funding
- Second reading of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025
- Temporary Use Permit No. TU000103 for 3809 Pinewood Avenue (recommended denial)
- Development Variance Permit No. VP100693 for 1082 - 1050 20th Avenue
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety meets to adopt the agenda and minutes from January 21, 2025. The main discussion is a report on vacant buildings, including related bylaws on nuisance abatement and property maintenance, as well as remedial action under the Community Charter. The committee also receives a draft 2025 work plan for information. All items are for discussion or information only, with no binding decisions expected.
- Adoption of January 21, 2025 minutes
- Receive report and discussion document on vacant buildings
- Review of Nuisance Abatement Bylaw (BL8940)
- Review of Property Maintenance Bylaw (BL8425)
- Receive draft 2025 work plan
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will receive information reports and hold discussions on several topics, including national RCMP contract negotiations, a conversation on 2025 North Central Local Government Association resolutions, and a benefit agreement conversation. No decisions are expected; all items are for information or verbal updates.
- National RCMP Contract Negotiations: information report from the Chair
- Conversation on 2025 North Central Local Government Association Resolutions
- Benefit Agreement Conversation: three attached reports including a public executive summary
- BC Anti Human Trafficking Network: verbal report
- Library Funding: verbal update
Regular Council Meeting
Prince George Council will consider giving first and second readings to the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025, and approve loan authorizations for equipment and stormwater system renewals. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous minutes and reports on public consultation.
- Adoption of Regular Council and Budget Council minutes from January 2025
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025 (first and second readings)
- Approval of 2025 loan authorizations for equipment and stormwater renewals
- Denial of Temporary Use Permit No. TU000098 at 7714 Hart Highway
- Public consultation process proposed for OCP bylaw
Regular Council Budget Meeting
At this budget meeting, the council is deliberating and expected to approve the 2025-2029 Operating and Capital Financial Plan, including numerous service category budgets (police, fire, roads, parks, library, etc.), the 2025-2029 Capital Plan, and service agreements with the Prince George Public Library and Tourism Prince George. The meeting also includes review of budget overview and public consultation results.
- Approval of the 2025-2029 Capital Plan
- Approval of Police Protection service category budget
- Approval of Fire and Rescue Services service category budget
- Approval of Roads and Snow Control service category budgets
- Service agreement approvals for Prince George Public Library and Tourism Prince George
Standing Committee on Public Safety
The Standing Committee on Public Safety will adopt the agenda and minutes from December 17, 2024, then receive two reports for information: a street lighting update from the Director of Administrative Services and the committee's 2025 work plan. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Report on street lighting from Director of Administrative Services (received for information)
- 2025 Work Plan for the Standing Committee on Public Safety (received for information)
- Adoption of minutes from December 17, 2024 meeting
Regular Council Budget Meeting
Council will consider adopting the 2025-2029 operating and capital financial plan, including a budget overview and public consultation results. The meeting also includes presentations on service agreements with the Prince George Public Library and Tourism Prince George, and reviews of departmental budgets and proposed service enhancements for police, fire, bylaw, communications, parks, and development planning.
- Adoption of the 2025-2029 Financial Plan (operating and capital)
- Presentation of 2025 Budget and Finance Reference Guide and 2023 carry-forwards
- Capital Expenditure Plan for 2025-2029
- Service agreement presentations: Prince George Public Library and Tourism Prince George
- Eight proposed service enhancements including Police Protection, Fire and Rescue, Bylaw, Communications, Parks (Recreation and Arborists), and Development Planning
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion
The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion will adopt the agenda and minutes from October 2024. The main business is voting on three recommendations: approving the 2024 annual report, a public feedback data analysis report to be included as an attachment, and the draft 2025 work plan. These recommendations are advisory to City Council.
- Adopt minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting
- Approve the Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusion 2024 Annual Report
- Approve the 'Key Insights on Public Accessibility 2024 Data Analysis Report' as an attachment to the annual report
- Approve the draft 2025 Work Plan
Regular Council Meeting
Council will receive information reports on the RCMP year in review, a complete community assessment, and a continuous improvement program. Key decisions include first and second readings of several Section 219 covenant modifications or discharges for properties on Balsum, Irene, Foothills, and Langer, plus a zoning bylaw amendment for 356 George Street. Final adoption of a zoning bylaw amendment for Knell Road is also on the agenda, along with establishing a select committee on a citizen recognition program.
- Discharge and replacement of Section 219 covenants at 4500 Ospika Blvd to allow a 118-unit congregate housing apartment (E.6)
- First and second reading of covenant modification bylaws for 6991/6993 and 7452/7454 Irene Road (E.5)
- First and second reading of zoning amendment Bylaw No. 9520 for 356 George Street (E.9)
- Final reading and adoption of zoning amendment Bylaw No. 9501 for 2262 Knell Road / 2294 Knell Road (F.1)
- Establishment of a Select Committee on Citizen Recognition Program with four council members and up to three public appointees (E.11)
Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
The Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs will consider directing the chair to send a letter of support for Bill C-277, a proposed national strategy on brain injuries. The committee will also receive for information a report on the Psychiatric Care Platform Review, which discusses involuntary care. The meeting includes adoption of minutes from December 9, 2024.
- Recommendation to direct chair to send support letter for Bill C-277 (national brain injury strategy)
- Receive for information report on Psychiatric Care Platform Review (involuntary care discussion)
- Adoption of December 9, 2024 meeting minutes