Rossland, BC

Regular Council

Regular Council

Regular Council

Regular Council

Regular Council

Committee of the Whole

Regular Council

Rossland Council will decide on two zoning amendment bylaws: one for indoor self-storage (Bylaw No. 2872) and one for 2025 First Avenue (Bylaw No. 2871), with a public hearing scheduled for the storage facility. They will also review the snow removal policy, approve a development variance permit for a garage at 1602 Kootenay Avenue, and consider recreation project plans and a grant application for Centennial Trailhead improvements.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2872 (Indoor Self Storage) - first and second reading, public hearing Sept 8, 2026
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2871 (2025 First Avenue) - first reading, applicant to cover infrastructure costs
• Development Variance Permit (1602 Kootenay Avenue) - exterior side setback variance from 3.0m to 1.8m for new garage/carport
• Recreation Master Plan - White Paper Two: approve plans for Centennial Trail/Trailhead, Jubilee Field, Rossglen Park
• Build Communities Strong Fund application for Centennial Trailhead improvements

Regular Council

The Rossland Council is reviewing several bylaws including a new Zoning Bylaw and Recreation Fees and Charges. The agenda also includes multiple development variance permit applications and event requests for upcoming community activities.

• Adoption of Recreation Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2868, 2026
• Third reading and adoption of Zoning Bylaw No. 2864
• Development Variance Permit for front porch at 1920 Kirkup Avenue
• Development Variance Permit for double carport at 1577 Victoria Avenue
• Development Variance Permit for storage building at 2061 McLeod Avenue

Regular Council

Council hears delegations from Rossland Library and FireSmart program. Library reports 63% cardholder rate and warns of $25,900 deficit without funding increase. Council also considers adopting Election Procedure Bylaw, Recreation Fees and Charges Bylaw, and the 2025 Annual Report.

• Library delegation: requests city partnership during fall budget planning to avoid service cuts in 2027
• FireSmart program update on fuel treatment status
• Adoption of Election Procedure Bylaw No. 2867
• Second and third reading of Recreation Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2868
• Approval of 2025 City of Rossland Annual Report and Supplementary Statements of Financial Information

Public Hearing

This public hearing considers Zoning Bylaw No. 2864, a complete replacement of Rossland's 2011 zoning code. The update aims to reflect current community goals and new provincial legislation, changing density allowances, parking requirements, building regulations, and land-use rules. Council will hear public comments before potentially adopting the bylaw.

• Minimum building width may be reduced from 4.5m to allow modular homes (e.g., 3.7m-wide unit)
• Employee housing unit definition being clarified to count multi-bedroom units as multiple units
• Floor area ratio definition changing from 'net' to 'gross', possibly restricting some designs
• Request to reduce Rural Residential minimum parcel size from 2.0 ha to 0.4 or 1.0 ha
• Updated parking requirements, tree regulations, and accessory building rules

Regular Council

Council will hear delegations from Community Futures South Kootenay on the regional economic resiliency plan and from auditors MNP on the draft 2025 audited financial statements. They will consider approving the 2025 audited financial statements, awarding a $729,350 retaining wall replacement contract to Copcan Civil LP, granting two development variance permits, and issuing a temporary use permit for event camping at Red Mountain. The meeting also includes second and third readings of the Election Procedure Bylaw.

• Award retaining wall remediation contract to Copcan Civil LP for $729,350 (excl. GST)
• Development variance to allow garage with suite at 2303 Fourth Avenue (rear setback 0.6m, height 8.0m, suite 70% floor area)
• Development variance for deck extension at 1650 Nickleplate Road (front setback 3.4m)
• Temporary use permit for special event camping at Red Mountain parking area on June 5-7 and September 4-6
• Second and third readings of Election Procedure Bylaw No. 2867

Regular Council

Council will receive a delegation from the Kootenay Climbing Association about the proposed $10-million CUBE 2.0 climbing facility in Nelson. They will also consider second reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 2864 and schedule a public hearing, and give first reading to Election Procedure Bylaw No. 2867. Additionally, there are decisions on a development variance permit at 1706 Columbia Avenue and a development permit at 3975 Old Red Mountain Road with extensive environmental conditions.

• Delegation from Kootenay Climbing Association on $10M CUBE 2.0 climbing center expansion
• Zoning Bylaw No. 2864 second reading and public hearing scheduled for June 15, 2026
• Election Procedure Bylaw No. 2867 first reading
• Development variance permit for retaining wall at 1706 Columbia Avenue
• Development permit at 3975 Old Red Mountain Road with 11 conditions including riparian restoration

Regular Council

At the May 4, 2026 regular council meeting, Rossland Council will vote on several financial bylaws, including the adoption of the 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Financial Plan (Bylaw 2861), the 2026 Municipal Tax Rate (Bylaw 2869), and the Water and Sewer Parcel Tax bylaws (2858 and 2857). The council will also approve amendments to the Permissive Tax Exemption policy, rescind the Energy Efficient Building Incentive policy, and approve the Community Grant Funding policy. A request will be considered to install a Royal Canadian Legion commemorative crosswalk at Washington Street and First Avenue.

• Adopt 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2861
• Adopt 2026 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2869
• Adopt Water Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2858
• Adopt Sewer Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2857
• Approve Royal Canadian Legion commemorative crosswalk at Washington St & First Ave

Regular Council

The Rossland Council will vote on several financial and operational items, including a contract to replace the city sweeper, multiple bylaw readings for the 2026‑2030 financial plan and tax rates, and lease renewals for community facilities. It will also consider an operating grant for the senior citizens association. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and a delegation from the Heritage Commission.

• Approve contract with Kendrick Equipment: trade‑in 2013 Esling Sweeper for $25,000 and purchase 2026 Schwarze A7 for $523,434 (net $498,434).
• Read and consider Draft 2026‑2030 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2861 (second/third reading).
• Read and consider Draft 2026 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2869 (first, second, third reading).
• Renew lease with Rossland Child Care Society (Golden Bear Children’s Centre) at 2058 Spokane Street for 2026‑2029.
• Approve lease renewal and 2026‑2028 operating grant for Rossland & District Senior Citizens Association.

2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw Public Consultation

Council is holding a public consultation on the draft 2026-2030 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw. The plan includes a 10% property tax revenue increase each year, with 5% for operations and 5% for capital infrastructure. The average homeowner would see a $529.95 increase in taxes and fees in 2026. The capital plan totals $60.4M over five years, with major projects like the Warfield Trunk Sewer ($6.72M).

• 10% tax revenue increase per year for 5 years (5% ops, 5% capital)
• Average homeowner tax/fee increase of $529.95 in 2026
• $60.4M capital plan includes $39.1M for utility master plan projects
• $6.72M Warfield Trunk Sewer replacement line
• $50K to Police Reserve Fund for future policing costs

Regular Council

The Rossland City Council will adopt draft minutes from recent meetings and consider several new bylaws. Items include the first reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 2864, adoption of the Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 2865, and first readings of Sewer Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2857, Water Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2858, and the 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2861. The council will also approve a mutual‑use agreement with School District 20 and consider support letters and exemptions for local community groups.

• Zoning Bylaw No. 2864 – first reading
• Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 2865 – adoption
• Sewer Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2857 – first reading
• Water Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2858 – first reading
• 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2861 – first reading

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear brief presentations from over 70 community groups applying for the 2026 Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed Grants (ReDi) program. Staff will recommend allocating $51,410 of the ReDi funds to Rossland organizations, based on a total request of $293,176.46. Council will be asked to give staff direction on how to distribute the $51,410 allocation.

• Presentations from applicants to the 2026 Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed Grants (ReDi) Program
• Total funding requests for ReDi (City of Rossland) 2026: $293,176.46
• Total allocation amount for ReDi (City of Rossland) 2026: $51,410
• Committee deliberations and recommendations to the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary Board of Directors
• Request for Council decision to provide staff with direction on allocating the $51,410 ReDi funds

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a draft financial plan with a projected capital cost of $60.4M. The proposal includes a 10% property tax revenue increase for each of the next five years to fund investments. The body is seeking further direction on the plan's core elements and funding options.

• Proposed 10% annual property tax revenue increase for five years, generating $4.2M total
• Draft 2026-2030 Capital Plan projected cost of $60.4M
• Estimated $551.46 annual tax and fee increase for an average homeowner with a $625K home
• Proposed 2026 operating budget of $11.8M
• Projected 11% increase in RDKB requisition for 2026

Regular Council

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Regular Council

The Rossland Council will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from February 2, 2026. Council will read and approve Draft Election Officials Bylaw No. 2866, 2026. The council will decide on a development variance permit for 1615 Victoria Avenue, a sculpture installation at Washington and Columbia Avenue, and several letters of support and financial reports.

• Development Variance Permit for 1615 Victoria Avenue – front setback reduced to 0.5 m, interior side setback to 1.12 m; condition to remove backyard shed
• Draft Election Officials Bylaw No. 2866, 2026 – read first, second and third times
• Approval of the 'Mr. Longear' sculpture at the corner of Washington and Columbia Avenue
• Approval of the January 2026 Municipal Cheque Register Report
• Letters of support for Rossland Winter Carnival Society (CKCA grant) and BC Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a preview of the Draft 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Financial Plan presented by CFO Craig McDonald. Council is asked to provide further direction on the plan, which includes a projected $60.4 M capital cost and a proposed 10 % property tax increase that would generate about $690 K in 2026 revenue. The plan also outlines funding sources (7 % property taxes, 57 % grants, 20 % reserves, 17 % debt) and potential adjustments to water, sewer and other user fees.

• Draft 2026‑2030 Capital Plan projected cost $60.4 M
• Proposed 10 % property tax increase expected to raise $690 K in 2026 ($4.2 M over five years)
• Funding mix: 7 % property taxes, 57 % grants, 20 % reserves, 17 % debt
• User fee changes: water rate +10 % to $43.27, sewer rate +10 % to $20.64, parcel tax +10 % to $26.12
• Operating budget for 2026 set at $11.8 M (up from $11.3 M in 2025)

Regular Council

The Rossland City Council will vote on several policy approvals, a seasonal outdoor pool agreement with the Village of Warfield, and two service contracts. Council will award EarthTech Group engineering design services for the Retaining Wall Remediation Project up to $419,990, with a future material supply estimate of $529,965. A one‑year communications consultant agreement with Writer’s Block Solutions for $30,000 will also be approved. A delegation from the BC Winter Games will provide an update.

• Approve CBT‑ReDi Grant Allocation Policy (C‑2)
• Approve Personal Expenses and Travel Policy (HR‑11) as amended
• Approve Village of Warfield Seasonal Outdoor Pool Agreement 2026
• Award Engineering Design Services for Retaining Wall Remediation to EarthTech Group up to $419,990 (exclusive of GST)
• Enter one‑year communications consultant agreement with Writer’s Block Solutions for $30,000 plus taxes

Regular Council

The Rossland Council will adopt draft minutes from several committees and adopt the agenda. It will approve the Community Grant Funding allocations for 2026‑2027, distributing funds to local groups such as the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre and the Kootenay Columbia Trails Society. The council will also decide on a development variance for 1944 Kootenay Avenue, a liquor‑license patron participation endorsement for Redstone Resort, a road closure for the BC Winter Games, and an updated water‑use agreement with Red Mountain Resort.

• Approve Community Grant Funding 2026‑2027 (e.g., Rossland Museum $63,000/$65,833; Kootenay Columbia Trails Society $44,848/$46,400)
• Development Variance Permit for 1944 Kootenay Avenue – interior side setback changed to 1.05 m
• Patron participation endorsement for Redstone Resort liquor‑license application
• Road closure on Spokane Street (between Third Avenue and the laneway between Third and Second Avenue) Feb 24‑Mar 1 2026 for BC Winter Games
• Updated Water Use Agreement with Red Mountain Resort – base rate $2,700 per year