Rossland public meetings in 2021

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a public hearing to consider two zoning amendment bylaws that would allow short-term rentals at 811 White Tail Drive and 2330 St Paul St., as well as an amendment to the 2021-2025 Financial Plan. The hearing will include public input on these proposals. Neighbourhood concerns about traffic, noise, and safety have been submitted for the White Tail Drive application.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2774: Rezone 811 White Tail Drive from R1 (Residential) to R-1GS (Guest Suite) for short-term rental
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2779: Rezone 2330 St Paul St. from R-1I (Residential Infill) to R-1IGS (Guest Suite) for short-term rental
• Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2777: Amend the 2021-2025 Financial Plan
• Public hearing at Miners' Union Hall, 1765 Columbia Ave., Dec. 13, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting to decide on several bylaws, including water rate amendments, a subdivision servicing bylaw, zoning changes, and the 2021-2025 financial plan amendment. They will also hear delegations on economic development projects and bear-proof bins, and provide direction on community grants and COVID-19 support funds. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and a closed session.

• Water Rate Bylaw No. 2746: Council to consider not amending until Utility Master Plan completion
• Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2748: second and third readings
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2771 for 1992 LeRoi Ave (C1 Commercial): third reading and adoption
• OCP and Zoning Amendment for South Redstone Dr (Bylaws 2757/2758): first and second readings, public hearing scheduled for Jan 10, 2022
• Development Variance Permit for 1991 McLeod Ave: exterior setback variance from 3.0m to 0.0m

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a public hearing on two zoning amendment bylaws. Bylaw 2771 would rezone 1992 LeRoi Ave to allow office space in an undeveloped basement while keeping three residential units. Bylaw 2772 would rezone 3113 Happy Valley Road to allow a short-term rental suite. The public can comment in person at the hearing.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2771: Rezone 1992 LeRoi Ave from R1 Infill to C-1 Commercial Downtown Core to develop basement into accessible office space while keeping three residential units.
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2772: Rezone 3113 Happy Valley Road from R1 Rural to R-1RGS (Guest Suite) to build and rent out a suite on a short-term basis.
• Public hearing to be held in person at Miners' Union Hall, 1765 Columbia Ave, on November 15, 2021 at 6:00 PM.
• Correspondence received regarding Bylaw 2772 includes a resident's objection and request to extend the amendment to other Happy Valley properties.

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is holding its regular meeting on November 15, 2021, to consider several bylaws, policies, and reports. Key items include adopting the 2022 Revenue Anticipation Bylaw, the Police Services Reserve Fund Bylaw, and amendments to the Financial Plan. Council will also give first and second reading to a zoning amendment for a short-term rental at 2330 St. Paul St., with a public hearing scheduled for December 13, 2021. Several policies are up for review, including a new Communicable Disease Policy replacing the COVID-19 Pandemic Policy.

• Adoption of 2022 Annual Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 2776
• Adoption of Police Services Reserve Fund Bylaw No. 2778
• First, second, and third readings of 2021-2025 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2777
• First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2779 for short-term rental at 2330 St. Paul St., with public hearing on Dec. 13, 2021
• Approval of 2022 Regular Council Meeting Schedule and Acting Mayor Schedule

Regular Council

The agenda includes decisions on several zoning amendments, adoption of new bylaws, and a request to develop dedicated pickleball courts in Rossland.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764 – P1 Public and Institutional Leisure Facility Use (3rd reading)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2765 – 1723 Davis Ave – R1 Infill (3rd reading)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2768 – 2444A 3rd Ave – R1 Infill (3rd reading)
• Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2770 (adoption)
• Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2773 (adoption)

Regular Council

Rossland Council will consider several key decisions, including awarding a $1,115,948.20 contract for the Centre Star Gulch Dam improvement project, providing direction on a Bear Hazard Assessment for Bear Smart designation, and adopting a permissive tax exemption bylaw for 2022-2026. They will also discuss a bylaw enforcement services agreement with Warfield, City Hall's December holiday closure, and a grant application for wildfire risk reduction. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom.

• Award contract to Copcan Civil L.P. for Centre Star Gulch Reservoir Improvement Project at $1,115,948.20
• Adopt Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2763 for 2022-2026
• Enter into contract with Village of Warfield for bylaw enforcement services
• Endorse 2022 Community Resiliency Investment Program grant for FireSmart
• Approve City Hall closure from December 27-31, 2021

Regular Council

Rossland City Council will hold first and second readings for three zoning amendment bylaws (Nos. 2764, 2765, 2768) covering leisure facility use and R1 infill at specific addresses, with public hearings scheduled for October 18, 2021. Council will also consider adopting the Tree Management Bylaw No. 2769, approve several policy reviews, and decide on a facility use agreement with the Rossland Curling Club.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764: P1 Public and Institutional Zone Leisure Facility Use (1st and 2nd readings)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2765: 1723 Victoria Ave R1 Infill (1st and 2nd readings)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2768: 2444A 3rd Ave R1 Infill (1st and 2nd readings)
• Tree Management Bylaw No. 2769 adoption
• Rossland Curling Club Facility Use Agreement extension for 2021/2022

Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of Rossland City Council held virtually. The agenda contains no public business items; the sole substantive action is a motion to recess into a closed in-camera meeting to discuss a potential land acquisition or disposition under section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter.

• Motion to adopt the special meeting agenda
• Motion to close the meeting to the public under section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter for discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation

Regular Council

Rossland Council is meeting virtually to decide on several bylaws, including permissive tax exemptions for 2022-2026, zoning and OCP amendments for 1899 Columbia Ave, and a new Tree Management Bylaw. They will also hear delegations on seniors housing and a church tax exemption request, and consider a subdivision referral, a grant agreement, and event requests.

• Permissive Tax Exemptions 2022-2026 Bylaw No.2763 (1st, 2nd, 3rd readings)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.2766 and OCP Amendment Bylaw No.2767 – 1899 Columbia Ave (3rd reading)
• Tree Management Bylaw No.2769 (1st, 2nd, 3rd readings)
• Subdivision referral for 4700 Mann Rd (RDKB jurisdiction)
• CEA Game Changer Grant for Rossland Home Energy Leadership Program

Special Meeting

This is a procedural special meeting of Rossland City Council held virtually. The only substantive item is a motion to recess into a closed in-camera session under section 90(1)(g) of the Community Charter to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality. No other business is on the agenda.

• Motion to close meeting to public for litigation discussion under Community Charter s. 90(1)(g)

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole is receiving a presentation from WSP on the Official Community Plan update, including the 'What We Heard Report' summarizing public engagement results and a discussion on revising the community vision. Council will also participate in live polling on draft goals for the updated plan.

• Presentation of 'What We Heard Report' with 1,173 survey responses
• Discussion on updating Rossland's 2008 vision statement
• Draft goals for 11 OCP topic areas, including net-zero by 2050
• Live polling by Council on draft goal statements
• UBCM grant of $20,000 for active transportation integration

Public Hearing

Council holds a virtual public hearing to consider OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2767 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2766 for 1899 Columbia Ave. The proposal would rezone the Old City Hall property from P1—Public and Institutional to C1—Commercial Downtown Core, allowing commercial uses in preparation for the building's sale. Public feedback can be submitted by email or drop box before the meeting.

• Rezone 1899 Columbia Ave from P1 to C1
• OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2767
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2766
• Old City Hall building commercial use
• Virtual meeting via Zoom

Regular Council

Rossland Council will consider issuing development permits for four properties (south side Granite Mountain, 3052 Highway 3B, Lot A NEP 60773, 125 Granite Rd) with conditions on replanting, tree retention, and riparian setbacks. They will also vote on third reading and adoption of four zoning amendment bylaws (2760-2763) for properties on Nevada St, Park St, Second Ave, and Victoria Ave, plus a development permit for Micro Flats on Red Mountain. The agenda includes policy reviews, a $63,906.70 tender for a 2021 Ford Mach-E, appointment of a bylaw enforcement officer, and a letter to the province about CARIP.

• Development permits for 4 properties with replanting security deposits (125%) and riparian setbacks
• Zoning amendment bylaws 2760-2763 (3rd reading and adoption) for Nevada St, Park St, Second Ave, Victoria Ave
• Development permit for Micro Flats, Red Mountain Rd with landscape security deposit
• Tender approval for 2021 Ford Mach-E Select AWD at $63,906.70
• Appointment of Jared Saxby as Bylaw Enforcement Officer

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a virtual public hearing to consider four zoning amendment bylaws. The proposals would rezone properties on Nevada Street, Park Street, Second Avenue, and Victoria Avenue to allow for subdivision or short-term rental use. Public feedback can be submitted by email or drop box before the meeting.

• Bylaw 2760: Rezone 1615 Nevada Street from R1 to R1-I to subdivide the property
• Bylaw 2761: Rezone 1508 Park Street from R1 to R-1GS for short-term rental
• Bylaw 2762: Rezone 2276 Second Avenue from R1I to R-1IGS for short-term rental
• Bylaw 2763: Rezone 1312 Victoria Avenue from R1 to R1GS for short-term rental

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting virtually to consider several items, including first and second readings of OCP and zoning amendment bylaws for 1899 Columbia Ave, approval of multiple tenders for an electric vehicle, a wheel loader, and the Green Link improvement project, and several development permits. The agenda also includes policy reviews, park use requests, and the 2020 Annual Report. The meeting is being held virtually due to COVID-19, with public input accepted via email or drop box.

• OCP and Zoning Amendment Bylaws for 1899 Columbia Ave (C1 Commercial Downtown Core) - first and second reading, public hearing scheduled for August 9, 2021
• Tender award for 2021 Ford Mach-E Select AWD electric vehicle at $63,802.20, plus 6-month vehicle lease
• Tender award for 2021 Wheel Loader from Brandt Tractor at $173,815
• Tender award for Rossland to Redstone Wagon Road (Green Link) Improvement Project to Double Barrel Industries at $152,525
• Development permits for properties on Granite Mountain, 3052 Highway 3B, Lot A NEP 60773, and 125 Granite Road with replanting and environmental conditions

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting virtually to decide on several zoning amendments, a development variance permit, and other administrative matters. They will also hear delegations about becoming a Bear Smart Community and the WildSafe BC program, and consider the 2020 Annual Report.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2759, 1926 Kirkup Avenue (third reading and adoption)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2762, 2276 Second Avenue (first and second reading, public hearing July 12)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2763, 1312 Victoria Avenue (first and second reading, public hearing July 12)
• Development Variance Permit for 2276 Fifth Avenue (front setback from 4.0m to 0.3m, driveway width from 4.0m to 7.0m)
• Appointment of Michael Kennedy as Chief Financial Officer

Public Hearing

Council is holding a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2759, which would rezone 1926 Kirkup Avenue from R1 Residential to R1-I Residential Infill. The applicant intends to subdivide the existing lot into two parcels, citing alignment with OCP policies for housing options and use of existing municipal services. The meeting is virtual via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Rezone 1926 Kirkup Ave from R1 Residential to R1-I Residential Infill
• Applicant plans to subdivide lot into two parcels
• Public hearing held virtually via Zoom on June 7, 2021
• Written submissions accepted via email or drop box until 4:00pm day of meeting

Regular Council

Rossland Council will consider adopting a bylaw removing short-term rental zoning, hold first readings for two zoning amendments, and hear delegations on anti-trafficking support and business survey results. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2750 (short-term rental zoning removal)
• First and second readings for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2760 (1615 Nevada St) and No. 2761 (1508 Park St), with public hearings scheduled for July 12, 2021
• Delegation from Be Amazing Campaign requesting letter of support on human sex trafficking
• Economic Development Task Force presenting initial business survey results
• Development permit application for 2197 Columbia Ave

Regular Council

This agenda for the Rossland, BC Regular Council meeting of 2021-05-17 contains no substantive agenda items. The text is entirely procedural boilerplate from the meeting portal, including login prompts and a notice about JavaScript being disabled. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

Special Meeting

Council will consider rescinding previously approved motions for the Midtown Mixed-Use Development Project at 1920 Third Avenue and approving updated capital budgets and contract amounts. The changes reflect a corrected construction cost transposition error, increased BC Housing interest rates, and a potential property transfer tax, raising the total project budget by about $577,000. The meeting is otherwise procedural with no other substantive items.

• Rescind prior approval of $15,485,672 capital budget for Midtown project
• Approve revised capital budget of $16,063,433 for the project
• Approve City Hall portion costs of $3,369,442 (including land)
• Authorize LCAHS to amend CCDC-5B contract with Yellowridge Construction for $12,693,991
• Project includes new City Hall and affordable rental housing at 1920 Third Avenue

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a virtual public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2750, which would rezone four properties from R1-STR (Short Term Rental) to R1-I (Residential Infill). The properties no longer meet conditions for STR zoning or owners no longer wish to continue. The hearing allows public input before Council decides on the bylaw.

• Rezone 1488 Columbia Ave, 1492 Columbia Ave, 2414 Leroi Ave, and 2236 Columbia Ave from R1-STR to R1-I
• Removal of short-term rental zoning from the four listed properties
• Potential for other neighbouring properties to apply for STR zoning if they meet conditions
• Public hearing held virtually via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting virtually to consider several bylaws, including the 2021-2025 financial plan, municipal tax rates, and zoning amendments. They will also hear from auditors about the 2020 financial statements and decide on development permits and a park use request. The meeting includes routine adoption of minutes and committee recommendations.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2753 (Five Year Financial Plan 2021-2025) and Bylaw No. 2754 (2021 Municipal Tax Rate)
• Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2750 (Short Term Rental Zoning Removal)
• First and second readings of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2759 for 1926 Kirkup Ave, with public hearing scheduled for June 7, 2021
• Approval of 2020 Audited Financial Statements and Supplementary Statements of Financial Information
• Development Variance Permit for 2601 Pinewood Dr (rear setback and driveway width variances)

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the proposed Five-Year Financial Plan for 2021-2025. The plan includes a 1.5% residential property tax increase and a 2.5% increase for other classes, along with use of COVID restart funding and capital investments. Council will discuss the plan but no final decision is being made at this meeting.

• Proposed 1.5% residential and 2.5% other-class property tax increases
• $1.257M COVID Safe Restart funding to cover facility revenue shortfalls
• $6.8M in scheduled capital projects plus potential $7.8M in grant-funded projects
• Average residential assessment up 7.8%, translating to $48/year tax increase
• Use of new revenue from growth and business revitalization exemption expiry

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting virtually to decide on several key items, including approving a $15.5 million budget for the Midtown Mixed-Use Development Project, adopting the 2021 tax rate bylaws, and hearing a delegation about relocating the community garden. The council will also consider a new notice enforcement bylaw and various policy updates.

• Approve $15,485,672 capital budget for Midtown Mixed-Use Development Project at 1920 Third Avenue, subject to BC Housing approval
• Adopt Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2754 and Ophir Reservoir Local Area Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2755 for 2021
• Read Notice Enforcement and Adjudication System Bylaw No. 2749 for second and third time
• Approve relocation of 'Equilibrium' art piece and installation of 'Connected' at Washington Street and 1st Avenue
• Waive sidewalk café permit fees under Street Vending Permit Bylaw

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting virtually to discuss and decide on several items, including a proposed motion to declare the opioid crisis a national public health emergency, a zoning amendment to remove short-term rental zoning, and the first reading of the Five Year Financial Plan 2021-2025. Council will also hear updates from the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary and Tourism Rossland, and consider a development permit for a multi-family project on Iron Colt Ave.

• Notice of motion to send opioid crisis resolution to federal and provincial leaders
• First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2750 to remove short-term rental zoning
• Second and third reading of Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2751
• First reading of Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2753
• Development permit for Iron Colt Ave multi-family development with landscaping security deposit

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing applications for the 2021 Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program and will deliberate on allocating $54,111.95 to local projects. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19, with public input accepted via email or drop box. Recommendations will be forwarded to the RDKB Board for final approval.

• 2nd Rossland Scouts request reduced from $168,000 to $5,700 for Scout Hall window installation
• BC SPCA requests $750 for spay/neuter assistance program
• Beaver Valley Fastpitch Association requests $3,000 for youth skills program
• Bee Awareness Society requests funding for education program
• Total available: $54,111.95 from Columbia Basin Trust

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting virtually to consider several items, including adopting a checkout bag regulation bylaw, first readings for fees and enforcement bylaws, a website redesign contract, and a resolution supporting a national public health emergency for the overdose crisis. The agenda also includes development permits, grant applications, and a notice of motion for regional economic planning.

• Adoption of Checkout Bag Regulation Bylaw No. 2723, 2020
• First reading of Fees and Charges for Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services Bylaw No. 2751
• First reading of Notice Enforcement and Adjudication System Bylaw No. 2749
• Website redesign contract with ThompsonStenning for $28,193 plus taxes
• Grant application for $100,000 for downtown public washroom

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation from WSP on the Official Community Plan (OCP) update, including a key issues report and public engagement plan. Council will also discuss the proposed Five Year Financial Plan 2021-2025 and provide direction on the tax rate change percentage, with multiple scenarios presented.

• OCP update presentation by WSP: key issues report and public engagement plan
• Five Year Financial Plan 2021-2025 proposal with tax rate change scenarios
• COVID Safe Restart grant of $1.257M to offset revenue shortfalls
• Capital investment: $6.8M in scheduled projects, $7.8M in potential grant-funded projects
• Public engagement plan for OCP includes online events, surveys, and stakeholder workshops

Heritage Commission Meeting

The Rossland Heritage Commission is meeting to adopt minutes, review financial reports including an outstanding invoice with Crockett Books, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes website updates, cemetery mapping and kiosk signage, building plaques, and submissions to historicplaces.ca. New business covers the Heritage BC Legacy Fund, a Ron Shearer agreement, and the Heritage BC Conference.

• Outstanding invoice with Crockett Books
• Heritage BC Legacy Fund discussion
• Ron Shearer Agreement
• Heritage BC Conference
• Update on historicplace.ca SOS's

Regular Council

Rossland Council is meeting virtually to decide on several policies and bylaws, including third reading of a zoning amendment for 2075 St Paul St with conditions. They will also approve various administrative policies, scholarship disbursements, and the January 2021 cheque register. The meeting includes a public input period and a closed session.

• Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2734 for 2075 St Paul St, with conditions on stormwater, parking access, and landscaping
• Approval of 2021 scholarships: $500 JL Crowe Rossland Health Awareness Award, $750 JL Crowe Rossland award, $500 Kootenay Columbia Learning Centre, $500 Seven Summits Centre
• Approval of January 2021 Cheque Register for municipal services
• Approval of multiple policies: Management Minimum Benefits (HR-7), Council Minimum Benefits (C-5), Financial Assistance for Facilities/Pools/Parks (AD-7), Personal Expense and Travel (HR-11), Energy Efficient Building Incentive (AD-5), Purchasing/Consulting/Tendered Contracts (AD-14), CBT-CIP Grant Allocation (C-2)
• Appointment of four members to the Sustainability Commission's Economic Development Task Force

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting virtually to hear presentations on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan update, the FireSmart program, and the West Kootenay Boundary Community Investment Co-op. Council will also consider adopting minutes from several committees, approving the 2019-2022 Strategic Plan update, and giving first reading to the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2748. The meeting will close with a recess to an in-camera session.

• Presentation on Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Update 2020
• Presentation on City of Rossland FireSmart Program Update
• Presentation on West Kootenay Boundary Community Investment Co-op initiatives
• Adoption of 2019-2022 Corporate Strategic Plan (2021 Update)
• First reading of Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No.2748

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the City's current strategic plan. Council is asked to provide staff with direction regarding any desired updates to the document.

• Review of the 2019-2022 Corporate Strategic Plan

Public Hearing

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Regular Council

Rossland City Council will consider adopting Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2745 for 1715 Third Avenue, approve several policy updates, and decide on a grant application for the Green Link Trail improvement project. The meeting also includes a notice of motion regarding COVID-19 tourism restrictions and routine reports.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2745 (1715 Third Avenue) - third reading and adoption
• COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream grant application for Green Link Trail with $10,000 from Climate Reserve Fund
• Postpone $270,000 demand loan for Rossland Senior Housing Society for 60 days
• Policy reviews: Employee Service and Innovation Reward (HR-4), Short Term Rental Accommodations (AD-23), Recreation Instructor Payment Policy (AD-17), Recreation Bursary Allocation Policy (AD-17)
• Notice of motion on COVID-19 tourism: request for 'locals only' policy and letter to MLA

Regular Council

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