Regional District of North Okanagan public meetings in 2021
77 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors will consider a range of items including land use applications, bylaw amendments, budget approvals, and grant allocations. Key decisions include endorsing the Transit Future Action Plan, approving several water and utility rate bylaws, and allocating COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds to local organizations.
- Endorse $2,080,000 grant application for Headgates Spillway Improvement Project
- Approve 2022 budgets for six small utilities (Mabel Lake, Silver Star, Grindrod, Whitevale, Gunter Ellison)
- Allocate COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds: $5,000 to Monashee Arts Council, $5,000 to Monashee 50+ Club, $2,000 to Kingfisher Interpretive Centre, $2,500 to Voice of the Shuswap Broadcast Society
- Consider third reading for OCP and zoning amendments at 872 Galiano Road and 25 Specht Road
- Abandon proposed O'Keefe Ranch Grant Service Bylaw and Sterile Insect Release Establishment Amendment Bylaw
Delegated Public Hearing - [Bylaw Nos 2906 & 2907]
The Regional District of North Okanagan is holding a delegated public hearing to consider two bylaws affecting a 0.25-hectare portion of 25 Specht Road in Electoral Area E. Bylaw 2906 would change the Official Community Plan designation from Country Residential to Small Holding, and Bylaw 2907 would rezone the same area from Non-Urban to Small Holding. If approved, the applicant plans a boundary adjustment subdivision with the neighbouring property at 15 Specht Road to expand a garden. The hearing is delegated to the Electoral Area Advisory Committee.
- Bylaw 2906: OCP amendment for 0.25 ha at 25 Specht Road from Country Residential to Small Holding
- Bylaw 2907: Zoning amendment for same 0.25 ha from Non-Urban (N.U) to Small Holding (S.H)
- Applicant: Walter & Alice Whitecotton c/o Terra Beauchamp, File No. 21-0599-E-OR
- Proposed boundary adjustment subdivision with 15 Specht Road for garden expansion
- Final adoption withheld until covenant registered restricting subdivision to boundary adjustment
Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, then consider recommending against a Thompson subdivision at 780 Enderby Mabel Lake Road, and recommend first reading of an OCP amendment for the Swan Lake Residential Infill Plan. They will also review 2022 budgets for small utilities, allocate COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds, and approve 2022 meeting schedules for advisory planning commissions.
- Recommendation not to authorize Thompson subdivision at 780 Enderby Mabel Lake Road (Electoral Area F)
- First reading of Bylaw 2920 amending Electoral Areas B & C Official Community Plan (Swan Lake Residential Infill Plan)
- 2022 budgets for six small utilities: Mabel Lake Sewer, Silver Star Water, Mabel Lake Domestic Water, Grindrod Water, Whitevale Water, Gunter Ellison Water
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: Monashee Arts Council $5,000, Monashee 50+ Club $5,000, Kingfisher Interpretive Centre $2,000, Voice of the Shuswap $2,500
- School zone speed reader sign on Pottery Road near Hillview Elementary School ($6,000 from Electoral Area C grant)
White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, then consider recommending the 2022 proposed budget for the service (fund 070) to the Regional District Board for inclusion in the 2022 Financial Plan. The budget totals $2,228,509, with a proposed tax requisition increase of 3.5% (about 2.0% impact on the average property owner). The committee will also move to close the meeting to discuss preliminary negotiations on a municipal service.
- 2022 proposed budget: $2,228,509 total ($1,304,045 operating, $924,464 capital), up from $1,665,273 in 2021
- Tax requisition increase of 3.5%; average property owner impact about 2.0%
- Insurance costs rising 33.5% ($14,425 increase) to $57,525
- Lumby Pool/Spray Park budget up $8,220 (5.8%) including one-time $7,500 for pool drain and vacuum
- Arena budget up $22,420 (7.4%) to $323,720, including $10,000 utilities increase
Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee
The Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, then consider several recommendations for the Board of Directors. Key items include approving the 2022 Regional Planning budget, initiating bylaw amendments to revise Regional Growth Strategy designation maps, receiving an update on electric vehicle charging infrastructure along Highway 6, and exploring interest in a Regional Housing Corporation. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and procedural items.
- 2022 Regional Planning (031) budget: $196,605 total revenue, with a 2.0% tax requisition increase (approx. 0.3% actual increase to average taxpayer)
- Direct staff to initiate Bylaw Amendment process to revise Regional Growth Strategy Designation Maps
- Receive staff report on electric vehicle charging infrastructure along Highway 6
- Direct staff to send letters to member municipalities, Electoral Areas, and First Nations to gauge interest in a Regional Housing Corporation
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the committee
Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is meeting to recommend several items to the Regional District Board, including amendments to the Greater Vernon Water Rates Imposition Bylaw (adding a $20 data entry fee for manual backflow test report entry and removing the unmetered fee), endorsement of a $2,080,000 grant application for the Headgates Spillway Improvement Project, approval of 2022 capital budgets for water and trails, and a lot line adjustment for BX Ranchlands. The committee will also elect a chair and vice chair and may go in camera for legal and negotiation matters.
- Bylaw 2899: adds $20 Data Entry Fee for manual Cross Connection Backflow Assembly Test Reports, removes Unmetered Fee, effective Jan 1, 2023
- Endorse $2,080,000 grant application to Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund for Headgates Spillway Improvement Project
- Approve in principle 2022 Greater Vernon Water (372) Capital Budget
- Approve in principle 2022 Greater Vernon Trails and Natural Spaces (060) Capital Budget
- Approve lot line adjustment for BX Ranchlands
Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, then consider several bylaws and reports. Key items include confirming parameters for the Greater Vernon Multi-Purpose Cultural Facility and amending its loan authorization bylaw to increase borrowing from $25 million to $28 million. The board will also vote on zoning and Official Community Plan amendments for properties in Electoral Areas D and E, and other administrative matters.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Bylaw 2895: Rezone 1404 Highway 6, Electoral Area E, from Non-Urban to Country Residential
- Bylaws 2904 & 2905: OCP and zoning amendments for 128 Rawlings Lake Road, Electoral Area D
- Greater Vernon Cultural Centre: Confirm project parameters and amend loan authorization bylaw to $28 million
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations to local organizations and fire department
Committee of the Whole - Diversion & Disposal Facilities
The Regional District of North Okanagan's Committee of the Whole is meeting to review and make recommendations to the Board of Directors on several solid waste facility projects. These include endorsing a conceptual design for a new transfer station at the Armstrong/Spallumcheen facility, approving entrance improvements at the Greater Vernon facility, and seeking grant funding for a landfill gas collection system. The committee will also consider endorsing a landfill expansion plan for the Greater Vernon site.
- Endorse conceptual design for Armstrong/Spallumcheen transfer station, with detailed design and public consultation in 2022
- Endorse Greater Vernon Diversion and Disposal Facility entrance improvements for 2022 budget discussions
- Apply for Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program funding for Armstrong/Spallumcheen landfill gas collection system
- Endorse Greater Vernon landfill expansion plans and prepare application for Operational Certificate amendments
- Move in camera to discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to hear presentations on new meat inspection licensing rules and the Okanagan Bioregion Food System Project, and to receive information on an Agricultural Land Commission application for Coldstream Meadows, Cleanfarms in BC, and residential flexibility in the ALR. The agenda is largely informational, with no decisions listed for these items.
- Delegation: Gavin Last, BC Ministry of Agriculture, on meat inspection and licensing (Farmgate/Farmgate Plus)
- Delegation: Kristie Tatebe, KPU, on Okanagan Bioregion Food System Project
- ALC application for Coldstream Meadows, 9104 Mackie Road, Coldstream (File No. 60706)
- Verbal update on Cleanfarms in BC
- Presentation on residential flexibility in the ALR
Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend actions on several land-use applications, including a lot frontage waiver, a zoning amendment, and a development variance permit. They will also consider allocating COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds to local organizations and the library, and receive reports on policing, boat patrol, and watershed protection. The agenda includes both decisions and items for discussion.
- Lot frontage waiver for 247 Black Road, Electoral Area F, reducing frontages on proposed lots
- Zoning amendment for 1395 Sanders Road, Electoral Area E, from Country Residential to Small Holding
- Development variance permit for 4122 East Vernon Road, Electoral Area C
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: $14,000 to Cherryville Community Food & Resource Society, $2,500 to Sicamous & District Museum, $1,500 to Cherryville & Area Historical Society
- Library Sunday opening hours funding: $2,188 for Area B, $1,964 for Area C
White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee will discuss the 2022 preliminary budget, including operating and capital considerations. A key item is a proposed $750,000 Pat Duke Arena roof replacement, funded by a grant and operating reserve. The committee will also discuss the Hanson Park well and receive community reports.
- Discussion of 2022 preliminary operating and capital budgets
- Proposed $750,000 Pat Duke Arena roof replacement ($600,000 from grant, $150,000 from reserve)
- Hanson Park well discussion
- Lumby Parks and Recreation operating contract renewal under negotiation
- Community reports
Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will hear delegations on source water protection and the Arts Council, and consider recommendations on watershed protection plans, a community garden closure, parks bylaw amendments, capital budgets for trails and water, and conditions for borrowing up to $25 million for a cultural facility.
- Recommendation to approve borrowing up to $25 million for a Greater Vernon Multi-Purpose Cultural Facility, subject to confirmed costs and funding
- Staff report on watershed protection plans for Duteau Creek and Coldstream Creek
- Recommendation to explore new community garden locations after Patchwork Community Garden closure notice
- Bylaw 2916 amendment to Greater Vernon Sub-Regional Parks Regulation for first, second, third readings and adoption
- Preliminary 2022 capital budgets for Greater Vernon Trails and Natural Spaces (060) and Greater Vernon Water (372)
Greater Vernon Advisory Committee - SPECIAL
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially recommend to the Board of Directors an approach for calculating the agricultural sector's contribution to infrastructure renewal, including a proposed 7.5% increase in the agricultural Allocation Fee relative to residential rates, phased in at 1.5% per year from 2022 to 2026. The committee will also receive information about the City of Kelowna's stakeholder consultation process for agricultural rates and a review of rate structures that incentivize water conservation. This matter was referred back to the committee by the Board for further discussion.
- Endorse 20-year Annual Average Investment from asset management plan as basis for agricultural infrastructure renewal contribution
- Offset infrastructure renewal requirements apportioned to agriculture by annual value of water licences
- Increase agricultural Allocation Fee by additional 7.5% relative to residential rate increases, phased at 1.5% per year from 2022 to 2026
- Receive information on City of Kelowna stakeholder input process and agricultural rate structure review
- Review of agricultural rate structures to incentivize water conservation
Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors will consider several land-use bylaws, including Official Community Plan and zoning amendments for properties in Electoral Areas B, C, D, and E. They will also review recommendations for development variance permits, lot frontage waivers, and allocations of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant Funds. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and reports, as well as a resolution to move in camera.
- Bylaw 2888/2889: OCP and zoning amendment for 7850 Redwing Road, Electoral Area B, from Country Residential to Commercial/Recreation Commercial (C.5) - third reading
- Bylaw 2890/2891: OCP and zoning amendment for 68 Specht Road, Electoral Area E, from Non-Urban to Country Residential - third reading
- Bylaw 2895: Zoning amendment for 1404 Highway 6, Electoral Area E, from Non-Urban to Country Residential - third reading
- Bylaw 2896/2897: OCP and zoning amendment for 872 Galiano Road, Electoral Area C, from Country Residential to Residential/Single Family Residential (R.1) - second reading and public hearing
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant Funds: $10,600 allocated to Good Food Box Society, $1,500 to Pink Piston Paddles, denial for Vernon and District Riding Club
Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is reviewing several development variance permit applications, lot frontage waiver requests, and a proposed sewage bylaw amendment, along with allocations of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The committee will make recommendations to the Board of Directors on these items, and will also receive reports and consider going in camera for preliminary service negotiations.
- Development Variance Permit for 9948 Purcell Drive, Electoral Area C: reduce exterior side yard setback from 5.0 m to 4.27 m
- Development Variance Permit for 32 Ladyslipper Road, Electoral Area D: increase garage size, height, and floor area
- Lot frontage waiver for 845 BX Road, Electoral Area C: reduce frontage from 20 m to 0 m
- Lot frontage waiver for Squaw Valley Rd & 300 Sigalet Road, Electoral Area D: reduce frontage from 138 m to 59 m
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: $1,500 to Pink Piston Paddlers (Area F), with applications from Vernon and District Riding Club ($10,000) and Good Food Box Society ($2,400)
ZOOM - Delegated Public Hearing [Bylaws 2888 & 2889]
The Regional District of North Okanagan is holding a delegated public hearing to consider two bylaws that would change the land use designation and zoning of a property at 7850 Redwing Road in Electoral Area B. Bylaw 2888 would amend the Official Community Plan to change the designation from Country Residential to Commercial, and Bylaw 2889 would rezone the property from Country Residential (C.R) to Recreation Commercial (C.5). If approved, the applicant proposes to develop a roughly 40-site campground with a teepee area, pool, washrooms, and a recreation area, and to provide a statutory right-of-way for a public trail along Swan Lake. The hearing is delegated to the Electoral Area Advisory Committee.
- Bylaw 2888: OCP amendment for 7850 Redwing Road from Country Residential to Commercial
- Bylaw 2889: Rezoning from Country Residential (C.R) to Recreation Commercial (C.5)
- Proposed +/-40 site campground with teepee area, pool, washrooms, and recreation area
- Applicant offers 6m-wide Statutory Right of Way for public trail along Swan Lake
- Final adoption conditioned on environmental assessment, development permits, sewer connection, and other requirements
ZOOM - Delegated Public Hearing [Bylaws 2890 & 2891]
The Regional District of North Okanagan is holding a delegated public hearing to consider two bylaws that would change the land use designation and zoning of a 7.2-hectare property at 68 Specht Road in Electoral Area E from Non-Urban to Country Residential. If approved, the applicant could subdivide the property to create one additional lot. The hearing is the final opportunity for public input before the board decides on the amendments.
- Bylaw 2890: OCP amendment for 68 Specht Road from Non-Urban to Country Residential
- Bylaw 2891: Zoning amendment from Non-Urban (N.U) to Country Residential (C.R)
- Property size: 7.2 ha (17.79 ac), adjacent to Agricultural Land Reserve
- Applicant: John Vigrass & Kristina Vigrass
- Public Information Meeting held July 28, 2021; two attendees supportive
Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a staff report on adding winter janitorial service for the Westkal Washroom on the Okanagan Rail Trail, which currently operates only from April to October. The committee will also discuss the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre project. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings and a resolution to move in camera for closed-session matters.
- Okanagan Rail Trail Westkal Washroom winter janitorial option at $10,000/year plus inflation
- Discussion of Greater Vernon Cultural Centre
- Adoption of minutes from September 1 and September 8, 2021 meetings
- Resolution to go in camera for land, litigation, and negotiation matters
North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee
The North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail project, including an updated governance committee agenda, financial reports, and funding updates. The committee will also receive director and general manager reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with most substantive items referred to the Governance Advisory Committee.
- Discussion of Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Governance Advisory Committee agenda (Oct 8, 2021)
- Funding updates: $500,000 BC Active Transportation grant (Sicamous-Mara), $250,000 TOTA, $459,061 CVRIS confirmed
- Enderby-Splatsin pilot section and Sicamous-to-Mara early access project updates
- Upland crossing agreement request re: swimming platforms
- Project financial report (Oct 4, 2021) showing $38,910.61 remaining balance
Advisory Planning Commission "D" Meeting
The Advisory Planning Commission for Electoral Area "D" is meeting to review a Development Variance Permit application for 32 Ladyslipper Road. The applicant seeks variances to build a detached garage larger than allowed by zoning. The commission will discuss the application and provide comments. The agenda also includes routine items like electing a chair and adopting previous minutes.
- Development Variance Permit application for 32 Ladyslipper Road (File No. 21-0872-D-DVP) to allow a detached garage with gross floor area of 168.62 m², horizontal dimension of 16.76 m, and height of 7.28 m, exceeding zoning limits of 80.3 m², 11 m, and 5.0 m.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the commission.
- Adoption of minutes from the October 29, 2019 meeting.
- Delegation from applicant Brian Matchett regarding the variance application.
Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors will consider several bylaws and applications, including adopting fire dispatch and training centre bylaws, a grant-in-aid bylaw for the Okanagan Indian Band, and zoning amendments. They will also decide on development variance permits, strata conversions, and allocation of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. A notable item is pursuing an Alternative Approval Process to borrow $25 million for a Greater Vernon Cultural Facility.
- Adopt Bylaw 2900 (Fire Dispatch) and Bylaw 2901 (Fire Training Centre)
- Adopt Bylaw 2902 (Okanagan Indian Band Grant-in-Aid)
- First reading of OCP and zoning amendments for 128 Rawlings Lake Road (Area D) and 25 Specht Road (Area E)
- Adopt Bylaws 2908 and 2909 (Ticket Information and Bylaw Notice Enforcement)
- Refer Bylaw 2911 (O'Keefe Ranch Grant Service) to municipalities and electoral areas
Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to review and comment on an Agricultural Land Commission application for a property at 780 Enderby Mabel Lake Road in Electoral Area F, and to discuss wildfire impacts, ALR complaints, meat regulations, and residential flexibility in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and adoption of previous minutes.
- Agricultural Land Commission Application (File No. 21-0873-F-ALR) for 780 Enderby Mabel Lake Road, Electoral Area F
- Discussion of wildfires and their impact on agriculture
- Ministry of Agriculture complaints in the ALR and mitigation options
- Meat inspection and licensing regulations update
- Correspondence with Minister of Agriculture on residential flexibility in the ALR
ZOOM - White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee will consider recommending that the Regional District enter into an amended agreement with the City of Vernon for ammonia/chlorine/sulphur dioxide emergency response services. The amendment adds the Lumby Outdoor Pool, Spray Park, and Mabel Lake Community Hall to the existing agreement, which currently covers the Pat Duke Memorial Arena. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes, and may move in camera for preliminary service negotiations.
- Recommendation to approve amended agreement with City of Vernon for A/C/SD emergency response, adding Lumby Outdoor Pool, Spray Park, and Mabel Lake Hall
- Annual fee of $1,518 per facility, with an additional $3,036 budget increase for the two new facilities
- Incident response fees: $1,770 for first 2 hours, $885 per hour thereafter
- Agreement term is 5 years, with 2% annual fee increase
- Resolution to go in camera for preliminary service negotiations
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will consider recommendations on development variance permits, strata conversions of previously occupied buildings, an Agricultural Land Commission application, and allocation of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The meeting also includes discussion of the North Okanagan Regional Housing Strategy and a report on Duteau Watershed wildfire protection.
- Development variance permits for 9972 Purcell Drive (height increase to 13.7 m) and 8546/8548 Highway 97A (setback reductions)
- Strata conversion applications for 150 Silver Lode Lane (37 units) and 148 Silver Lode Lane (28 units) not supported unless conditions met
- Recommendation not to authorize boundary adjustment subdivision at 746 & 752 Sugar Lake Road for Agricultural Land Commission
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: $2,350 to Cherryville & Area Historical Society, $3,300 to Enderby organizations
- Discussion of North Okanagan Regional Housing Strategy (July 2021)
Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a water allocation purchase, a wildfire protection grant, a trails master plan, and the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre. The most consequential item is the discussion of three bylaws related to establishing the Cultural Centre service, authorizing a loan, and holding a referendum. The agenda also includes a delegation report on recreation services and unfinished business regarding the Okanagan Rail Trail plaza.
- Water allocation purchase of 0.7 hectares for property at 4179 East Vernon Road, Vernon
- Duteau Watershed Wildfire Protection – additional grant funds from Forest Enhancement Society of BC
- Greater Vernon Natural Spaces and Trails Master Plan workshop
- Greater Vernon Cultural Centre – Bylaw 2785 (Service Establishment), Bylaw 2786 (Loan Authorization), Bylaw 2787 (Referendum)
- Friends of Okanagan Rail Trail – support for Kilometre 0 plaza concept plan and funding
Greater Vernon Advisory Committee - SPECIAL
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss next steps for the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre after its $8.5 million application to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program was rejected. Staff present several options, including continuing the current $39.5 million plan, adjusting funding, or reducing the project's scale to about $31.4 million. The committee will receive a presentation from the Cultural Plan Implementation Team and a staff report, and will make a recommendation to the Board of Directors.
- Received letter from Ministry of Municipal Affairs denying $8.5M ICIP-CCR grant for the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre
- Staff report presents options: keep $39.5M plan, increase fundraising/taxation, phase project, or reduce scale to $31.4M
- Adapted option (3b) includes renovating existing museum ($4.5M) and reducing total project cost to $31.4M
- Funding strategy relies on $25M borrowing, $2.4M other grants, $4M fundraising under adapted option
- Presentation by Greater Vernon Cultural Plan Implementation Team on 'Adapting to Change'
ZOOM / Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors is meeting to consider several land-use applications, including a cannabis production facility, multiple rezoning and Official Community Plan amendments, and allocations of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The board will also vote on implementing the BC Energy Step Code and approving a small dog area at Mutrie Dog Park.
- Bylaw 2884: Zoning text amendment to allow a 500 m² cannabis production facility at 24 Rohan Peeters Road, Electoral Area F
- Bylaws 2888/2889: OCP and zoning amendments for 7850 Redwing Road, Electoral Area B, from Country Residential to Commercial
- Bylaws 2890/2891: OCP and zoning amendments for 68 Specht Road, Electoral Area E, from Non-Urban to Country Residential
- Bylaw 2903: Rezoning of Forsberg Road property, Electoral Area C, from Large Holding to Country Residential, with conditions
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: $11,400 to Area B, $13,370 to Area C, $5,000 to Area E, $2,500 to Area F
ZOOM / White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to consider several recommendations for the Board of Directors, including a $10,000 budget amendment for ceiling replacement at the White Valley Community Centre and approval of 2021 community grants totaling $2,633. The agenda also includes receiving a letter from the Monashee Arts Council and monthly reports for Lumby Outdoor Pool, Pat Duke Memorial Arena, and White Valley Community Centre. The meeting will also go in camera for preliminary negotiations on a municipal service.
- Recommend $10,000 for White Valley Community Centre drop-ceiling replacement, funded from operating reserves
- Recommend approval of 2021 White Valley Community Grant applications totaling $2,633
- Receive letter from Monashee Arts Council dated July 12, 2021
- Receive August 2021 monthly reports for Lumby Outdoor Pool, Pat Duke Memorial Arena, and White Valley Community Centre
- Resolution to go in camera for preliminary negotiations on a municipal service
ZOOM / Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is reviewing several land-use applications, including rezoning and Official Community Plan amendments, and making recommendations on allocating COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The committee will also discuss implementing the BC Energy Step Code and receive reports on policing and building inspections.
- Rezoning of Forsberg Road property (Electoral Area C) from Large Holding to Country Residential, with conditions including water study and road upgrades
- OCP and rezoning applications for 25 Specht Road (Area E) and 128 Rawlings Lake Road (Area D) to change designations from Non-Urban to Small Holding/Country Residential
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: $11,400 (Area B), $13,370 (Area C), $5,000 (Area E), $2,500 (Area F)
- $10,680 for small dog area at Mutrie Dog Park
- $62,000 for hydrant installations in Electoral Areas B & C
ZOOM / Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee
The Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee will consider two staff recommendations: applying for CleanBC Go Electric funding for additional Level 2 and 3 charging stations, prioritizing the Highway 6 corridor, and referring the draft Regional Housing Strategy to member municipalities and First Nations for review. The committee will also receive feedback from the second Regional Housing Roundtable and consider hosting a third in fall 2021.
- Apply to CleanBC Go Electric Public Charger Program for Level 2 & 3 charging stations, priority on Highway 6 corridor
- Refer Regional Housing Strategy to member municipalities and First Nations for review and comment
- Receive 'What We Heard' from second Regional Housing Roundtable
- Host third Regional Housing Roundtable in fall 2021 to discuss priorities and implementation
- Existing 28 public EV charging stations in RDNO; gap between Burton and Lumby on Highway 6
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will hear a delegation from the Friends of Okanagan Rail Trail about the Kilometre 0 gateway at K’ək’maplqs and receive a staff presentation on the Greater Vernon Natural Spaces and Trails Master Plan. The agenda also includes routine approval of agenda and minutes, plus a resolution to move in camera for land and service negotiations.
- Delegation: Friends of Okanagan Rail Trail on Kilometre 0 gateway at K’ək’maplqs (Phase 1 completed with $45,000 grants and $36,000 donations)
- Staff presentation: Greater Vernon Natural Spaces and Trails Master Plan
- Resolution to go in camera for land acquisition/disposition and preliminary service negotiations (Community Charter s.90(1)(e),(k))
Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors will consider adopting several bylaws, including zoning amendments, a parks regulation bylaw, and fire service establishment amendments. They will also review development variance permits, a lot frontage waiver, and allocate COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds to community groups.
- Adopt Greater Vernon Sub-Regional Parks Regulation Bylaw No. 2834
- Rezone 6245 Highway 97 from C.2 to C.4 (Bylaw 2830)
- Rezone 1404 Highway 6 from N.U to C.R (Bylaw 2895)
- Issue development variance permits at 5378 MacDonald Rd, 5819 Cosens Bay Rd, 180 Valerian Ln
- Allocate $24,700 in COVID-19 Safe Restart funds to Electoral Areas D and F
North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee
The North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail project, including a governance advisory committee agenda, grant applications, and utility corridor crossings. The agenda includes items for discussion and reports, but no final decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Discussion of Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Governance Advisory Committee agenda
- Review of grant applications: BC Active Transportation (deadline July 30) and Canada Community Revitalization Fund (deadline July 23)
- Utility corridor crossing authorization for TELUS, Fortis BC, and BC Hydro
- Enderby-Splatsin Pilot Test Section update
- Encroachment agreement technical guidelines (July 1, 2021)
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will review and make recommendations to the Board of Directors on several development applications, including three development variance permits, a zoning amendment, and two Agricultural Land Commission applications. It will also consider budget amendments for water and sewer utilities, software upgrades, and allocations of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The agenda includes a delegation from the Invasive Species Council of BC and a report on the Swan Lake Residential Infill Plan.
- Development Variance Permit for 180 Valerian Lane (Area C) to reduce side yard setbacks from 3.0 m to 2.7 m and 2.69 m
- Development Variance Permit for 5819 Cosens Bay Road (Area B) to increase accessory building size and travel trailer length; staff recommend denial
- Development Variance Permit for 5378 MacDonald Road (Area B) to allow two domestic garages, increase garage size to 110 m² and height to 5.64 m
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2895 for 1404 Highway 6 (Area E) to rezone from Non-Urban to Country Residential; public hearing waiver requested
- Budget amendments: $38,000 for online software upgrades, $151,000 for Grindrod Water Utility generator, $105,000 for Mabel Lake Sewer genset
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will consider a Development Variance Permit for Sleeman Breweries at 2801 27A Avenue, Vernon, to waive full frontage water main upgrades. The committee will also review budget adjustments for trail projects, funding requests for the Performing Arts Centre, and agricultural water rate changes. The meeting includes adoption of minutes and a closed session for land negotiations.
- Development Variance Permit for Sleeman Breweries to waive water main upgrades on 25 Avenue frontage
- Cancel BX Ranch Dog Park to Haynes Road project, decrease trails capital budget by $80,000
- Increase trails capital budget by $25,000 for BX Falls Staircase Replacement
- Funding requests from Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre Society
- Agricultural Allocation Fee increase of 7.5% relative to residential, phased in over 5 years
ZOOM - Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting a wastewater service amendment bylaw, supporting a rail trail test section, and allocating COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The agenda also includes development variance and zoning applications, funding requests, and fee waiver decisions. The meeting will conclude with a closed session for land and service negotiations.
- Adopt Bylaw 2894 amending the North Okanagan Wastewater Recovery Service Establishment
- Issue a development variance permit at 6757 Cools Road, Electoral Area B, reducing rear yard setbacks from 7.5 m to 3.048 m
- Support in principle rezoning 0.04 ha at 872 Galiano Road, Electoral Area C, from Country Residential to Residential/Single Family Residential
- Support development of a test section of the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail in Enderby and defer segmented approach decision
- Allocate $90,000 COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant to Okanagan Indian Band and $9,938 to Electoral Area F groups
ZOOM - White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a request for lighting at the Oval Park Skate Park and hear a presentation on recreation management software. The agenda also includes a delegation from the Monashee Trails Society and a resolution to move into a closed session for preliminary negotiations.
- Discussion of Oval Park Skate Park lighting request
- Presentation on recreation management software by Stephanie Everitt
- Delegation from Monashee Trails Society
- Resolution to go in camera for preliminary service negotiations
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will review and make recommendations on several land-use applications, including a development variance permit for a property at 6757 Cools Road and an Official Community Plan/zoning amendment for 872 Galiano Road. The committee will also consider allocating COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds to community organizations and services in Electoral Areas F and B. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda, adopting minutes, and receiving reports.
- Development Variance Permit for 6757 Cools Road, Electoral Area B: reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 3.048m for a single-family dwelling; deny variances for second storey setback and height increase to three storeys
- OCP/Zoning amendment for 872 Galiano Road, Electoral Area C: change 0.04 ha from Country Residential to Residential and from C.R to R.1 zone, subject to septic and covenant conditions
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: Electoral Area F - $9,938 total ($2,000 Mara Musical & Athletic Association, $2,000 Grindrod Recreation Association, $5,938 City of Enderby); Electoral Area B - $90,000 total to Okanagan Indian Band for fire rescue, education, and water services
- Home Occupation Uses staff report to be received
- Building Inspection Statistical Reports for April 2021 and Revenue Reports for May 2021 to be received
ZOOM - Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee will identify its top two or three priority actions from the Regional Agricultural Plan for 2021 to guide budget allocation and work planning. The agenda also includes discussion of the Okanagan Bioregion Food System Project and an update on agricultural extension services in BC. The meeting is largely procedural, with agenda approval and adoption of prior minutes.
- 2021 Regional Agricultural Plan Implementation Actions - priority setting
- Okanagan Bioregion Food System Project discussion
- Agricultural Extension Services in BC verbal update
- Adoption of May 6, 2021 minutes
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is meeting to consider recommending a $4 million federal funding application for the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre, a letter of support for a museum outdoor exhibition project, and to receive the 2020 recreation services financial report. A delegation from Ribbons of Green Trails Society will propose a new trail along the Grey Canal on Middleton Mountain. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and a closed-session item.
- Funding application to Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program for $4 million for Greater Vernon Cultural Centre
- Letter of support for Greater Vernon Museum & Archives Society's Healthy Communities Initiative application
- Delegation from Ribbons of Green Trails Society proposing new trail along Grey Canal on Middleton Mountain
- 2020 Recreation Services financial report presentation
- Resolution to go in camera for preliminary service negotiations
ZOOM - Delegated Public Hearing [Bylaw 2884]
The Regional District of North Okanagan is holding a delegated public hearing to consider Bylaw No. 2884, a zoning text amendment that would permit a 500 m² agricultural cannabis production facility within an existing 853 m² building at 24 Rohan Peeters Road, Electoral Area F. The property is zoned Non-Urban and located in the Agricultural Land Reserve; current rules require such facilities to have a footprint no larger than 500 m² and a 30 m setback, but the building has a 20.23 m setback. The applicant, NPJ Enterprises Ltd., has met conditions including a well pump test and a site plan with 15 parking and 2 loading spaces. The hearing is being conducted via Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- Bylaw No. 2884 would amend Zoning Bylaw No. 1888 to allow a 500 m² cannabis production facility in a building with an 853 m² footprint and 20.23 m setback
- Property at 24 Rohan Peeters Road, Electoral Area F, is in the Agricultural Land Reserve
- Applicant submitted well pump test showing estimated yield of 2.5 Imperial gallons per minute
- Site plan includes 15 parking spaces and 2 loading spaces
- Final adoption requires a Section 219 covenant restricting cannabis facility floor area to 500 m²
ZOOM - North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee
The North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the agenda of the upcoming Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Governance Advisory Committee meeting, which includes updates on funding, a proposed contract extension, and agricultural license agreements. The committee will also receive director and general manager reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with the substantive items being discussed rather than decided.
- Discussion of Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Governance Advisory Committee agenda for May 21, 2021
- Proposed extension of project support contract with Shuswap Trail Alliance to Dec. 31, 2021
- Recommendation for three agricultural license agreements at $200 per acre for 10-year terms
- Funding updates: $250,000 TOTA grant successful; CHCI unsuccessful; CVRIS and Coop pending
- Bruhn Bridge design update presentation by MoTI
ZOOM - Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors is meeting to decide on several zoning amendments, grant funding allocations, and policy endorsements. Key items include rezoning properties for light industrial, recreation commercial, and agricultural cannabis uses, as well as allocating COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds and endorsing the City of Vernon's Climate Action Plan. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- Rezone 8028 Silverstone Frontage Road from Country Residential to Light Industrial (Bylaw 2868)
- Rezone 3.1 ha at 8192 Highway 97A to Recreation Commercial (Bylaw 2882)
- Amend Non-Urban zone to permit 500 m² cannabis production at 24 Rohan Peeters Road (Bylaw 2884)
- Award $5,000 grant to SPARC for BX 'Know Your Farmer' Tour
- Allocate $22,500 COVID-19 Safe Restart funds to Lumby Days Society, Lumby and District Public Market, and Monashee Trail Society
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations to the Board of Directors on several items, including a soil deposit permit, a development variance permit, and the allocation of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The agenda also includes receiving reports on policing, planning, and building inspections. The meeting is being held electronically due to provincial health orders.
- Soil Deposit Permit for Monteg Ventures Inc. at 8900 Silver Star Road, Electoral Area C, allowing up to 2,470 m3 of soil deposit with conditions
- Development Variance Permit for 3455 Lumby Mabel Lake Road, Electoral Area D, to reduce front yard setback from 7.5m to 5.2m and road setback from 20m to 16m
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant allocations: $22,500 for Electoral Area D and $35,500 for Electoral Area F, plus $15,491 for ice extension at Pat Duke Memorial Arena
- Recommendation to award Rural Economic Development grant to SPARC for BX 'Know Your Farmer' Tour
- Receipt of Vernon/North Okanagan Detachment First Quarter 2021 policing reports
ZOOM - Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee will review and comment on three Agricultural Land Commission applications, hear a presentation on hiring supports for employers, and discuss agricultural extension services in BC. The committee will also identify top Regional Agricultural Plan actions for 2021. The meeting is largely advisory, with recommendations to the Board of Directors.
- Agricultural Land Commission application by H. & J. Tuijtel at 1519 Highway 6, Electoral Area E
- Agricultural Land Commission application by C. & V. Vlad at 746 & 752 Sugar Lake Road, Electoral Area E
- Agricultural Land Commission application by M. & S. Hammer at 103 Emeny Road, Electoral Area F
- Discussion on agricultural extension services in BC, including KPU BC Organic Sector Extension Project
- Verbal presentation by Joy Magnell on Community Futures hiring supports for employers
ZOOM - Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee
The Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee will consider endorsing the City of Vernon's Climate Action Plan and implementing three specific climate actions in 2021-2022, including electric vehicle charging infrastructure, transit expansion, and climate-resilient infrastructure. The committee will also receive an update on the Regional Growth Strategy Boundary Review. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and adopting minutes from the February 10, 2021 meeting.
- Endorse City of Vernon Climate Action Plan
- Implement EV charging infrastructure network (Land-Use & Transportation Goal 3, Action 1)
- Enhance and expand transit network and alternative mobility (Goal 3, Action 2)
- Incorporate climate considerations into infrastructure design and maintenance (Core Services Goal 1, Action 3)
- Receive Regional Growth Strategy Boundary Review & Implementation update
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is meeting to consider endorsing two policies for the Board of Directors: a Greater Vernon Water Service Area Boundary Extension Policy (BPOL-004) and a Statutory Right of Way Release Policy (BPOL-007). The committee will also receive the 2021 First Quarter Report for Recreation Services and a verbal update on the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approving the agenda and adopting minutes from previous meetings.
- Endorse Greater Vernon Water Service Area Boundary Extension Policy No. BPOL-004
- Endorse Statutory Right of Way Release Policy No. BPOL-007
- Receive Recreation Services 2021 First Quarter Report
- Verbal update on Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre
- Adopt minutes from April 7 and April 14, 2021 meetings
ZOOM - Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and adopting previous minutes. The main substantive item is a recommendation to deny an application to subdivide a property at 287 Hidden Lake Road in Electoral Area F, which would be submitted to the Agricultural Land Commission. The board will also hear a delegation on this application and continue discussion on the Premises ID Regulation.
- Recommendation to not authorize Andrew Baigent's application to subdivide property at 287 Hidden Lake Road, Electoral Area F (File No. 21-0003-F-ALR)
- Delegation from applicants J. Baigent and W. Bayssie regarding the Agricultural Land Commission application
- Unfinished business: Premises ID Regulation presentation follow-up with Lisa Levesque, BC Ministry of Agriculture
- Approval of agenda and adoption of March 17, 2021 minutes
ZOOM - Audit Committee
The Regional District of North Okanagan's Audit Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice chair, approve the agenda, adopt the previous year's minutes, and receive a staff report on the 2020 Financial Statements. The committee will vote on a recommendation to approve the statements and forward them to the Board of Directors for acceptance. The agenda also includes a presentation by staff and auditors on the financial statements.
- Approval of 2020 Financial Statements, with a recommendation to forward to the Board of Directors
- Receipt of the Final Report dated April 21, 2021, prepared by BDO Canada LLP
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Adoption of minutes from the April 22, 2020 meeting
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee - SPECIAL
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to workshop the draft Greater Vernon Trails and Natural Spaces Master Plan. The agenda includes a draft 'What We Heard' report summarizing public engagement, with 974 survey responses, 327 online map pins, and input from kiosks and stakeholder interviews. The committee will discuss findings and priorities for future natural spaces and trails services.
- Draft 'What We Heard' report from RC Strategies on public engagement for the master plan
- 974 household survey responses; 88% agree RDNO should establish more natural spaces, 90% more trails
- Top trail priorities: summer and winter non-motorized trails, connected active transportation
- Stakeholder suggestions include expanding protected areas (e.g., Okeefe Ranch, BX Ranchlands) and improving trail access
- Online mapping tool comments include connecting Grey Canal trail and multi-use trail to Armstrong and Silver Star
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is meeting to make recommendations to the Regional District Board on several items, including a deferred soil deposit permit, a development variance permit, an Agricultural Land Commission application, a weather radar replacement, and allocation of COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funds. The agenda also includes discussion items on invasive plants and a Swan Lake residential infill plan, plus routine reports and a closed session.
- Soil deposit permit for 8900 Silver Star Road (up to 2,470 m³) deferred pending public info meeting
- Development variance permit for 30 Big Buck Road to increase garage size and height
- Recommendation not to authorize ALC subdivision application for 287 Hidden Lake Road
- Support for replacing weather radar with 42 m tall unit on Silver Star Mountain
- Allocation of $462,000 COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant to electoral areas; $17,000 for Shuswap River boat patrols
ZOOM - White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee will recommend to the Regional District Board how to allocate $8,678 in COVID-19 relief funding, including a postponed request from the Lumby Curling Club. It will also consider approving signage for the Okanagan Regional Library's Tech Hub and issuing a call for expressions of interest to operate the White Valley Community Centre. Delegations from the Monashee Arts Council, Lumby Figure Skating, and Monashee Trail Society are scheduled.
- Recommendation to allocate $8,678 from 2021 Regional District Safe Restart COVID-19 funding
- Lumby Curling Club COVID-19 funding relief request (postponed from February 2 meeting)
- Okanagan Regional Library Lumby Tech Hub signage request at White Valley Community Centre
- Expression of Interest for operation and management of White Valley Community Centre
- Delegations: Monashee Arts Council, Lumby Figure Skating, Monashee Trail Society
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will consider staff recommendations to deny two Development Variance Permits that would waive water main upgrade requirements, and will review grant awards and funding allocations for trails and natural spaces. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, minutes adoption, and a closed session for land negotiations.
- Recommendation to deny DVP for 4501 31 Street, Vernon (Blastrock Developments) to avoid upgrading water mains from 150mm to 200mm
- Recommendation to deny DVP for 101 L&A Cross Road, Spallumcheen (Jade Bay Constructors) to waive peak hourly demand and water allocation requirements
- Proposed $207,000 increase to Trails and Natural Spaces capital budget, including $180,000 for Athletics Park pathway paving and $175,000 for BX Falls staircase replacement
- Awards from the 2021 Greater Vernon Trails and Natural Spaces Grant Program and proposed policy amendments
- Resolution to move in camera for land acquisition and preliminary service negotiations
ZOOM - Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors is meeting to decide on several bylaws and applications, including the 2021 Financial Plan, zoning amendments, utility rates, and development variance permits. The agenda includes recommendations on agricultural land applications, a dog control bylaw, and a building amendment. The meeting is being held via Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- 2021 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2887 for First, Second, Third Readings and Adoption
- Small Utilities Rates and Regulations Bylaw No. 2867 for readings and adoption
- Zoning amendment for 8028 Silverstone Frontage Road (Country Residential to Light Industrial)
- Zoning amendment for 8192 Highway 97A (3.1 ha to Recreation Commercial)
- Development variance permits for 2393 Highway 6 and 96 Dale Road
ZOOM - White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee - SPECIAL
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting, primarily to approve its agenda and then immediately convene in camera (closed to the public) to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality. The meeting is being held via Zoom under provincial emergency orders allowing electronic meetings. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Special meeting held via Zoom under Ministerial Order No. M192
- Agenda approval as presented
- Resolution to go in camera under Community Charter Section 90(1)(g) for litigation or potential litigation
ZOOM - Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to hear presentations from the BC Ministry of Agriculture on the mandatory Premises ID regulation and from the North Okanagan Land to Table Network. They will also discuss new business items including a KPU organic sector project, the SlaughterRight training program, a water quality grant program, and updates on the Regional Agricultural Plan and committee membership.
- Presentation on BC Premises ID Regulation by Lisa Levesque, BC Ministry of Agriculture
- Presentation on North Okanagan Land to Table Network by Liz Blakeway
- Discussion on Kwantlen Polytechnic University BC Organic Sector Extension Project
- Discussion on Ministry of Agriculture SlaughterRight Mandatory Training Program
- Shuswap Watershed Council Water Quality Grant Program
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will consider recommendations on several land-use applications, including rezoning for commercial use, a soil deposit permit, and development variance permits. It will also review new utility and building bylaws, and discuss COVID-19 Safe Restart funding. The meeting includes public delegations and a closed session for litigation matters.
- Recommendation to not support rezoning 7850 Redwing Road from Country Residential to Commercial
- Deferral of soil deposit application for up to 2,470 m³ at 8900 Silver Star Road pending public info meeting
- Support in principle for rezoning 68 Specht Road from Non-Urban to Country Residential
- First and Second Readings for Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2882 (8192 Highway 97A) to Recreation Commercial
- Adoption of Small Utilities Rates and Regulations Bylaw 2867 and Building Amendment Bylaw 2885
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is considering a bylaw amendment that would increase Development Variance Permit fees from $1,100 to $1,400 and Public Information Meeting fees from $500 to $650, and clarify when public information meetings are required. The committee will also review budget changes for the BX Ranchlands transfer and receive reports from sub-committees. The meeting includes routine approvals of agenda and minutes, and a resolution to move in camera for land-related matters.
- Bylaw 2878: increase DVP fee to $1,400 and Public Information Meeting fee to $650
- Bylaw 2878: amend Section 5.1.4 a) to make public information meetings discretionary
- BX Ranchlands Transfer - Budget Changes (2021 summary)
- Receive minutes of Greater Vernon Cultural Plan Implementation Advisory Team (Feb 16, 2021)
- Resolution to go in camera for land acquisition/disposition (Section 90(1)(e))
ZOOM - Committee of the Whole - [2021 CONSOLIDATED BUDGET]
The Regional District of North Okanagan's Committee of the Whole is meeting to deliberate and recommend the proposed 2021 Consolidated Budget for inclusion in the 2021 Financial Plan. The $91.4 million budget is a 1.4% increase from 2020, with a $19.2 million tax requisition (up 0.6%) and an estimated average property tax decrease of 0.8%. The recommendation will go to the Board for final adoption by bylaw by March 31.
- Proposed 2021 budget: $91.4 million, up $1.3 million (1.4%) from 2020
- Tax requisition: $19.2 million, up $106,874 (0.6%) from 2020
- Capital budget: $41.0 million, up $5.3 million from 2020
- Fire departments (BX-Swan Lake, Lumby, Silver Star) propose 3.5% tax requisition increases
- Animal Control tax requisition proposed to decrease by 10%
ZOOM - Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors will meet to consider several development applications, including Agricultural Land Commission submissions, zoning amendments, and development variance permits. They will also vote on repealing the Intermunicipal Fire Training Centre Services bylaw and adopting a fees amendment bylaw. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- Authorize submission of non-adhering residential use application for 168 Grindrod Westside Road, Electoral Area F to Agricultural Land Commission
- Issue Development Permit with Variances for 91 Crandlemire Road, Electoral Area F, subject to ALC approval
- Give Second Reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2875 for 233 Beattie Road, Electoral Area F (rezoning from Non-Urban to Country Residential)
- Adopt Development Application Procedures and Administrative Fees Amendment Bylaw 2880, 2020
- Repeal Intermunicipal Fire Training Centre Services Bylaw 2883, 2021
ZOOM - Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee will elect a chair, approve the agenda and minutes, and hear presentations on the Environmental Farm Plan and REACH Agricultural Accelerator programs. They will review and comment on two Agricultural Land Commission applications and one Development Variance Permit application, all in Electoral Area F, and discuss the BX Ranchlands update, mandatory Premises ID regulation, and a KPU organic sector project.
- Agricultural Land Commission application for 287 Hidden Lake Road (Baigent & Bayssie)
- Agricultural Land Commission application for 394 Old Sicamous Road (Double Barrel Industries)
- Development Variance Permit application for 96 Dale Road (Riverton Dairy)
- Environmental Farm Plan Program presentation by Pete Spencer
- REACH Agricultural Accelerator Program update by Kazia Mullin and Andrea Gunnar
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will review and make recommendations on several land-use applications, including lot frontage waivers, development variance permits, a zoning text amendment for a cannabis production facility, and a liquor license referral. The committee will also discuss the Swan Lake Residential Infill Plan, a Regional Growth Strategy boundary review, and fire training centre bylaws and fees. The meeting is held via Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- Lot frontage waiver for 8900 Silver Star Road (Electoral Area C) to reduce frontage from 241.4 m to 30 m and 23 m
- Development variance permit for 137 Twin Lakes Road (Area F) to increase dwelling height from 12 m to 13.61 m
- Development variance permit for 5971 Dedecker East Road (Area C) to reduce side yard setback from 4.5 m to 1.14 m
- Zoning text amendment for 24 Rohan Peeters Road (Area F) to allow a 500 m² cannabis production facility (not supported)
- Liquor license referral for BX Press Inc. at 4667 East Vernon Road (Area C) to gather public input within 100 m
ZOOM - White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee will consider a COVID-19 relief funding request from the Lumby Curling Club for $17,356.92, as recommended by Lumby Council. The committee will also revisit a request from the Monashee Arts Council for a $4,750 increase in annual grant funding. The meeting includes routine agenda approval, minutes adoption, and a resolution to move in camera for legal and preliminary service negotiations.
- Lumby Curling Club COVID-19 relief funding request of $17,356.92
- Monashee Arts Council seeking $4,750 increase in annual grant funding
- Resolution to go in camera for litigation and preliminary service negotiations
- Approval of agenda and adoption of January 7, 2021 minutes
ZOOM - Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee
The Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee will hear presentations on coordinated source water protection and climate mitigation/adaptation, and will consider endorsing a Regional Affordable Housing Strategy Terms of Reference. It will also receive a verbal update on the Regional Growth Strategy Boundary Review process. The meeting is held electronically under provincial emergency orders.
- Recommendation to endorse Regional Affordable Housing Strategy Terms of Reference (staff report Feb 3, 2021)
- Presentation on coordinated source water protection by Okanagan Basin Water Board
- Presentation on Regional Growth Strategy climate mitigation and adaptation priorities, including City of Vernon draft Climate Action Plan
- Verbal update on Regional Growth Strategy Boundary Review Process
- Adoption of December 2, 2020 minutes
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will consider a development variance permit for 4122 East Vernon Road to waive the requirement for water main construction along the property's frontage, receive a final report on the 2020 Trails & Natural Spaces grant, and discuss wildfire preparedness funding gaps. The meeting also includes routine adoption of minutes and a closed session for land and service negotiations.
- Development Variance Permit for 4122 East Vernon Road to waive water main frontage requirement
- Final report on 2020 Greater Vernon Trails & Natural Spaces Project Grant
- Letter to Ministry of Forests requesting long-term wildfire preparedness funding
- Adoption of minutes from January 6, 13, 20, and 27 meetings
- Closed session for land acquisition and preliminary service negotiations
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee - SPECIAL [2021 BUDGET]
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on the proposed 2021 budgets for 22 electoral area services and to recommend that the Board of Directors approve them in principle for inclusion in the 2021 Financial Plan. The budgets cover services such as administration, development, building inspection, emergency planning, fire protection, streetlights, and transit. The meeting is being held by Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- Proposed 2021 tax requisition increases: Electoral Area Admin (3.0%, +$9,007), Development Services (3.0%, +$24,607), Emergency Planning (2.5%, +$2,977), Okanagan Regional Library (0.6%, +$4,658)
- Fire Training Centre (249) tax requisition increase of 28.1% (+$5k)
- Silver Star Ridge Streetlights (758) tax requisition increase of 60.7% (+$2,583)
- Noxious Weeds (272) service transitioning to a grant service; $120k reverse tax requisition in 2020
- Vance Creek Reservoir (951) debt refinanced; annual payment reduced from $426k to $290k
ZOOM - North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee
The North Okanagan Shuswap Rail Trail Advisory Committee is meeting to consider recommendations from the Governance Advisory Committee for the Sicamous-to-Armstrong Rail Trail. Key items include approving the Trail Development Plan, directing staff to create an amenities plan, and supporting grant applications to build a test section in 2021. The committee will also elect a chair and vice chair and adopt previous minutes.
- Recommend approval of the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Development Plan dated January 15, 2021
- Direct staff to create an amenities plan with costs and funding breakdown
- Use 349.8m design flood elevation for erosion and flood risk assessment
- Support joint application to COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream grant for test section
- Support submission to Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Destination Development Recovery Infrastructure program
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee - SPECIAL
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting on January 27, 2021, via Zoom. The agenda is procedural: it includes approving the agenda and a resolution to move into a closed (in camera) session to discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation, citing potential harm to municipal interests if discussed publicly. No other business is listed.
- Resolution to convene in camera under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) for land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Meeting held electronically per Ministerial Order M192 due to COVID-19
- Special meeting agenda approval
ZOOM - Board of Directors - SPECIAL
This is a special meeting of the Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors, held via Zoom due to provincial health orders. The board will approve the agenda and then move into a closed (in camera) session to discuss matters related to the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements, as permitted under the Community Charter. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Meeting held electronically under Ministerial Order No. M192 due to COVID-19
- Resolution to go in camera under Section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter for land matters
- No public reports or action items on the agenda
ZOOM - Board of Directors
The Regional District of North Okanagan Board of Directors will consider several land-use and service items, including applications to add land to the Agricultural Land Reserve, rezone properties in Electoral Areas D and E, and adopt a dog control bylaw. The board will also vote on grant applications, a wastewater infill plan, and the creation of fire protection services for Lawrence Heights and Mara. The meeting is held via Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- Application to include 1.35 ha at 432 Creighton Valley Road in the Agricultural Land Reserve
- Rezoning of 150 Albers Road from Non-Urban/Agricultural to Small Holding (Bylaws 2869, 2870)
- Rezoning of 748 Highway 6 from Agricultural to Industrial (Bylaws 2871, 2872)
- Adoption of Dog Control Bylaw No. 2881, 2021
- Grant awards: $9,999 to Enderby & District Chamber of Commerce, $5,000 to Caravan Farm Theatre
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee - SPECIAL
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting, largely to approve its agenda and then move into a closed (in camera) session. The only substantive item is a resolution to discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation behind closed doors, citing potential harm to municipal interests if discussed publicly.
- Resolution to go in camera under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) for land matters
- Meeting held via Zoom due to provincial health orders
- Agenda approval for the January 20, 2021 special meeting
ZOOM - Greater Vernon Advisory Committee - SPECIAL - [WATER / PARKS - 2021 BUDGET]
The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to deliberate and recommend approval of the 2021 budgets for Greater Vernon Water, Parks/Recreation/Culture, and related services. The committee will consider approving the water budget in principle, which includes a $39.7 million total budget and water rate increases, and will receive reports on the other budgets. The meeting is focused on budget deliberations for the upcoming year.
- Greater Vernon Water 2021 operating budget $17.26M, capital budget $22.42M, total $39.69M
- Water rates increase 1.9% for residential/ICI, 2.4% for agricultural in 2021
- Multi-Use Facility (062) budget recommended for approval in principle
- Community Theatre (065) budget recommended for approval in principle
- Greater Vernon Trails and Natural Spaces (060) budget recommended for approval in principle
ZOOM - Delegated Public Hearing [Bylaws 2869 & 2870]
The Regional District of North Okanagan is holding a delegated public hearing to consider two bylaws that would change the land use designation and zoning of a 2.52 ha property at 150 Albers Road in Electoral Area D. If approved, the applicant plans to subdivide the property along the Agricultural Land Reserve boundary to create one additional lot, establishing separate titles for two existing dwellings. The hearing is being conducted electronically due to provincial health orders.
- Bylaw 2869: OCP amendment from Non-Urban and Agricultural to Small Holding
- Bylaw 2870: Zoning change from Non-Urban (N.U) to Small Holding (S.H)
- Property: 150 Albers Road, Electoral Area D, 2.52 ha
- Proposed subdivision along ALR boundary to create one new lot
- Public Information Meeting held September 11, 2020
ZOOM - Electoral Area Advisory Committee
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will review and make recommendations to the Board of Directors on two development variance permit applications, an Agricultural Land Commission application, and several service-related items including fire protection for Mara and Lawrence Heights. The agenda also includes grant applications for FireSmart and evacuation route planning, and a bylaw amendment to add a youth member to the Advisory Planning Commission. The meeting is largely procedural, with recommendations on each item.
- Development Variance Permit for 294 Highway 97B, Electoral Area F: reduce side yard setback for accessory building from 4.5 m to 2.52 m
- Development Variance Permit for 31 Big Buck Road, Electoral Area D: increase accessory building gross floor area from 80.3 m² to 133.72 m² and horizontal dimension from 11 m to 14.63 m
- Agricultural Land Commission application for 432 Creighton Valley Road, Electoral Area D: include 1.35 ha in Agricultural Land Reserve
- Grant applications to UBCM for 2021 FireSmart Community Funding and 2020 Evacuation Route Planning
- Draft Service Establishment Bylaws for fire services in Lawrence Heights (9510 Highway 97, Electoral Area B) and Mara (Electoral Area F)
ZOOM / Delegated Public Hearing [Bylaws 2871 & 2872]
The Regional District of North Okanagan is holding a delegated public hearing to consider two bylaws that would change the land use designation and zoning of a property at 748 Highway 6 in Electoral Area E from agricultural to industrial. If approved, the applicant plans to build a 325 m² metal-clad building for rental storage (boats, motorhomes) and use an existing shop for personal machinery repair. The hearing is being conducted via Zoom due to provincial health orders.
- Bylaw 2871: OCP amendment for 748 Highway 6 from Agricultural to Industrial
- Bylaw 2872: Zoning change from Non-Urban (N.U) to Light Industrial (I.1)
- Proposed 325 m² storage building for boats and motorhomes
- Final adoption withheld pending water study and registered easement confirmation
- Public hearing delegated to Electoral Area Advisory Committee
ZOOM - White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee
The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee will consider revisions to the 2021 capital budget after Electoral Area 'E' reduced its Community Works Funds contribution, creating a funding shortfall. The committee will also hear a delegation from the Monashee Arts Council requesting a $34,500 grant for 2021/2022. The meeting includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Monashee Arts Council delegation requesting $34,500 grant for 2021/2022
- 2021 White Valley Parks, Recreation & Culture Capital Budget Options staff report
- Proposed 2021 operating budget $1,214,795; capital budget $446,300; total $1,661,095
- Funding shortfall due to Electoral Area 'E' not partnering with Community Works Funds
- Hanson Park Flood Mitigation project budget $180,000, fully funded by grants
Board Liaison Committee
The Regional District of North Okanagan's Board Liaison Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, approve the agenda, and adopt minutes from the October 28, 2020 meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Chair and Chief Administrative Officer, and a resolution to move into a closed in camera session to discuss labour relations or other employee relations. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Adoption of minutes from October 28, 2020 meeting
- Resolution to go in camera under Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter (labour relations or employee relations)
- Chair's Report and Chief Administrative Officer's Report