Rossland public meetings in 2022

Public Hearing / Consultation

The City of Rossland is conducting a public consultation regarding Bylaw No. 2799. This bylaw proposes to amend the 2022-2026 Financial Plan by replacing the existing Schedule A with a new version.

• Public consultation on Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2799

Regular Council

The Rossland City Council is meeting to decide on equipment purchases for trail grooming and various development permits. The body will also consider amendments to animal control and financial plan bylaws, as well as a zoning amendment for a property on Old Red Mountain Road.

• Proposed $70,000 purchase of a new UTV with Groomer attachment
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2802 for 3980 Old Red Mountain Rd
• Adoption of 2022 Animal Control Amendment Bylaw No. 2797
• Adoption of 2022-2026 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2799
• Proposed $1,000 donation to JL Crowe Secondary graduating class for Christmas tree recycling

Regular Council

The Rossland City Council is meeting to decide on several bylaws, including the 2023 Annual Revenue Anticipation Bylaw and a Financial Plan Amendment. The body is also discussing the initiation of a community-wide survey regarding short-term rentals and reviewing various policy updates.

• Purchase of $30,000 for Centennial Trail Grooming Equipment
• One-time $2,500 funding for Tourism Rossland Rekindle the Spirit of Christmas
• Adoption of 2023 Annual Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 2796
• Readings for 2022-2026 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2799
• Readings for 2022 Animal Control Amendment Bylaw No. 2797

Regular Council - 07 Nov 2022 (INAUGURAL)

The Council is meeting to approve the 2023 Annual Revenue Anticipation Bylaw and establish the 2023 meeting and Acting Mayor schedules. The body is also deciding on representative appointments to the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary and the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital District.

• 2023 Annual Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 2796 (1st, 2nd, 3rd Readings)
• Appointment of representatives to the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary and Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital District
• Approval of City Hall holiday closure from December 26 to December 30, 2022
• Temporary closure of Washington Street for Remembrance Day event on November 11, 2022
• Approval of October 2022 Cheque Register Report for municipal services

Regular Council - 02 Nov 2022 (Mock Council Meeting - Orientation)

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Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to review a presentation and discuss the modernization of development approvals. The discussion will cover provincial funding, the Lean+ review process, and challenges related to development applications.

• Discussion on Development Permits, Development Variances, and Zoning/OCP Amendments
• Review of other development applications including liquor licenses and subdivisions

Regular Council

Council will discuss the third reading and adoption of the Official Community Plan with amendments regarding Indigenous consultation and terminology. The meeting also includes decisions on development variances and climate funding allocations.

• Third reading and adoption of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2792
• Development Variance Permit for house addition at 2182 Davis Street
• Development Variance Permit for covered deck at 2266 Thompson Ave
• Allocation of $25K in Local Government Climate Action Program funding
• Active Transportation Infrastructure grant for Harry Lefevre Square facilities

Regular Council

The Rossland City Council is meeting to decide on several policy updates, including social media and workplace conduct. The body will also review contracts for equipment and financial audits and discuss a new resort development strategy.

• Contract award of $547,668.23 to Vimar Equipment for a 2024 Combination Vac/Hydro Truck
• Adoption of Permissive Tax Exemptions for 2023-2026, Bylaw No. 2793
• Approval of the Resort Development Strategy (RDS) 2022-2024
• Appointment of Grant Thornton for 2022-2024 Financial Statement Audit Services
• Rejection of RFP submissions from Hil-Tech for Rossglen Park and Harry Lefevre Square improvements

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a public hearing to discuss the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2792. This plan, titled 'Imagine Rossland Future Ready,' provides a 10+ year vision for the community. It establishes policies to guide Council decisions on land use, housing, transportation, and economic development.

• Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2792

Regular Council

The Council is deciding on permissive tax exemptions for 2023-2026 and the adoption of a Climate Action Reserve Fund bylaw. The meeting includes several development permit applications for signage, painting, and building construction across the city.

• Permissive Tax Exemptions for 2023-2026, Bylaw No. 2793
• Climate Action Reserve Fund Bylaw No. 2794, 2022
• Development Variance Permit for a garage and deck at 1314 Cook Avenue
• Development Permit for Red Mountain Racers Building at 4300 Red Mountain Rd
• Lease agreement development for affordable housing units at 1920 Third Ave

Regular Council

The City of Rossland is reviewing a proposed Official Community Plan and initiating a community engagement program for short-term rentals. Council is also deciding on several development permits and zoning amendments.

• Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2792 (first and second readings)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2791 for 953 Redstone Dr (third reading and adoption)
• Development Approvals Process Modernization contract to Dillon Consulting Limited for $94,905
• Childcare Feasibility Study allocation of $15,000 to Bock and Associates
• Climate Action Reserve Fund Bylaw No. 2794, 2022 (first, second, and third readings)

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2791. This proposal seeks to change the zoning of 953 Redstone Drive from P-3 to C-3 to allow for multi-unit residential and accommodation units.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2791: rezoning 953 Redstone Drive (Proposed Lots 17 & 18) from P-3 to C-3 Commercial Resort Accommodation/Commercial

Regular Council

The City of Rossland Council will review development permit and variance applications for properties on Columbia Avenue, Irwin Avenue, and Georgia Street. The meeting includes a presentation on a proposed green bin curbside collection program and the approval of the 2021 Annual Report.

• Development Permit for signage at 2197 Columbia Ave (The Velvet)
• Development Variance for 2381 Irwin Avenue regarding interior and front setbacks
• Development Variance for 2010 Georgia Street regarding exterior setback and driveway width
• Delegation from Regional District of Kootenay Boundary on Green Bin Curbside Collection Program
• Approval of the City of Rossland 2021 Annual Report

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole is hearing a delegation from WSP regarding the Draft OCP. The discussion focuses on summarizing public feedback from an open house and online survey to determine the path toward adoption.

• Delegation from WSP regarding OCP Draft 2
• Review of online survey results from 126 participants
• Review of feedback from open house at Miner's Hall
• Proposed timeline: 1st and 2nd Reading on August 8, Public Hearing on September 6, and Adoption on September 19

Committee of The Whole

City Council is meeting with Expedition Management Consulting Ltd. to provide input on a new master plan. The session focuses on community needs, future aspirations, and required facilities for recreation, parks, and culture.

• Presentation by Expedition Management Consulting Ltd. regarding the Recreation Master Plan process
• Council input session on community priorities for recreation, parks, and culture
• Discussion of project phases including data gathering, public engagement, and analysis

Regular Council

The City of Rossland is deciding on several development permits, a zoning amendment for 953 Redstone Drive, and the appointment of a Bylaw Enforcement Officer. Council is also reviewing funding applications for infrastructure and utilities, as well as the 2021 audited financial statements.

• Application for $3,965,600 for Second Avenue/St. Paul Street Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Application for $284,445 for a Utilities Master Plan
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2791 for 953 Redstone Drive (Proposed Lots 17 & 18) to C3 Commercial Resort Accommodation/Commercial
• RMI project funding: $50,000 for RossGlen Gazebo and $35,000 for Lions Campground Electrical and Water Upgrade
• Development Variance Permits for 1808A Kootenay Ave and 2214 Columbia Ave

Regular Council

Rossland City Council will decide on the adoption of Freedom of Information Bylaw No. 2790, 2022. The body will also provide direction on the residential solid waste and regional organic diversion programs. Additionally, Council will hear presentations from FortisBC and the Pride and Power Youth Committee.

• Adoption of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw No. 2790, 2022
• Decision on Residential Solid Waste Program and Proposed Regional Organic Diversion Program
• Approval of May 2022 Cheque Register Report for municipal services
• Request for Madhu Collective to use city park facilities for yoga and movement classes
• Request for In Tuition Animal Training to use Ross Glen/Bike Skills Park for dog training

Regular Council

Rossland City Council's regular meeting on May 16, 2022, includes decisions on several development permits, a new Freedom of Information bylaw, a privacy policy, a recreation weather policy, a seasonal farmers market road closure, and a tender for the Aquaduct Trail project. Council will also hear delegations from the Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation and the British Columbia Social Procurement Initiative, and consider endorsing a federal bill to decriminalize drug possession.

• Development Variance Permit for 1627 Leroi Avenue (interior setback reduced from 1.2m to 0.3m)
• Development Permit for 2040 Columbia Avenue
• Development Permit Amendment for 1016 Olaus Way (riparian setback)
• Road closure of Queen Street between Columbia Avenue and laneway behind City Hall for seasonal farmers market (Wednesdays until Oct 5, 2022)
• Tender award to Copcan Civil Limited Partnership for Aquaduct Trail Improvements Project

2022 - 2026 Budget Public Consultation

Rossland City Council is holding a public consultation on the proposed 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan (Bylaw 2785). The plan includes a 3% property tax increase for residential properties and 4% for other classes, with $18 million in spending for 2022. The meeting is an opportunity for residents to provide feedback before the bylaw is adopted.

• 3% residential property tax increase, 4% for other classes in 2022
• $18M total spending: $10.9M operating, $8.4M capital
• Midtown City Hall project: $16.2M total, completion Q4 2022
• 3rd Avenue Renewal: $1.812M for water/sewer infrastructure
• Aqueduct Trail: $1.168M for trail and water infrastructure

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2784, 2022, which would rezone the property at 1081 Olaus Way from CD-2-GW-2 to CD-2-GW-1. The applicant's intent is to match the zoning of the rest of the parcel. Residents can attend in person or submit comments.

• Rezoning of 1081 Olaus Way from CD-2-GW-2 to CD-2-GW-1
• Public hearing at Miners' Union Hall, 1765 Columbia Ave., April 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
• Bylaw No. 2784, 2022

Regular Council

Rossland Council will consider final adoption of the 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan, the 2022 Municipal Tax Rate, and local area tax rates for Ophir Reservoir and Red Mountain. They will also decide on a zoning amendment for 1936 Planer Crescent, a community grant for Trail Minor Baseball, and further direction on COVID Community Support Fund applications.

• Third reading and adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2783 (1936 Planer Cres - R1 Infill)
• Third reading of 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2785
• First, second, and third readings of 2022 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2786
• First, second, and third readings of Ophir Reservoir Local Area Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2787 and Red Mountain Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2788
• Approval of Council Minimum Benefits Policy (C-5) as amended

Regular Council

Council will consider awarding a $1,517,595.61 contract to Kays Road Contracting Ltd. for the Third Avenue Infrastructure Improvements Project, give first and second reading to the 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2785, and hear a delegation from the Gold Fever Follies requesting a change to the rental fee due date for the Miners' Union Hall. Other items include appointing election officials, setting the 2022 municipal tax rate distribution, and deciding on COVID Community Support Fund disbursements.

• Tender award to Kays Road Contracting Ltd. for $1,517,595.61 for Third Avenue Infrastructure Improvements
• First and second reading of 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2785
• Delegation from Gold Fever Follies to change Miners' Hall rental fee due date from June 15 to fall
• Appointment of Cynthia Anonuevo as Chief Election Officer and Kristi Calder as Deputy for 2022 local elections
• Support for TransRockies Singletrack 6 event with road closures and Centennial Field use at standard rental rates

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review and recommend how to allocate funds from the Columbia Basin Trust Communities Initiatives Program. This includes evaluating specific grant applications for local projects such as the Rossland Scout Hall upgrade.

• Allocation of $51,563.11 from the Columbia Basin Trust Communities Initiatives Program
• 2nd Rossland Scouts: $3,300 request for Rossland Scout Hall upgrades (hot water heater and storage)
• Arrow Lakes Environment Stewardship Society: Wildfire mitigation impact evaluation project

Regular Council

Council will hear from Redstone Resort owner Cary Fisher about OCP and Zoning Amendment Bylaws 2757 and 2758 for South Redstone Drive, then decide on third reading with conditions for a secondary access road and trail connection. They will also give first and second reading to a zoning bylaw for an infill property at 1936 Planer Cres, discuss Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 2782, and consider several agreements and funding requests.

• Third reading of OCP and Zoning Amendment Bylaws 2757/2758 for South Redstone Dr, with conditions for a secondary route via Queen St and a trail to Rubberhead Trail
• First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2783 for 1936 Planer Cres (R1Infill), with public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2022
• Council direction on Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 2782, 2022
• Approval of 2022-2024 Gold Fever Follies Facility Use Agreement
• Approval of Golden Bear Children's Centre application for an Accessibility Funds Project

Regular Council

Rossland City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including first readings of a council remuneration bylaw, two development variance permits, and providing direction on the draft 2022-2026 financial plan. They will also consider funding allocations for scholarships and a seniors' tech space project, as well as approving terms of reference for two committees.

• Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 2782 - first, second, and third reading
• Development Variance Permit 07-2021 at 2775 Third Ave: height variance 6.0m to 7.3m, rear setback 2.0m to 0.73m
• Development Variance Permit 06-2021 at 991 Redstone Dr: front setback 4.0m to 2m
• Assume $16,484 CBT grant for Rossland Seniors Tech Space Project
• 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan - Preview #2

Special Meeting

This is a procedural special meeting of Rossland Council. The only substantive item is a motion to recess into a closed in-camera session under Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter to discuss labour or other employee relations. No decisions or public discussions are scheduled.

• Waiver of notice for special meeting under Section 127(4) of the Community Charter
• Adoption of the January 17, 2022 agenda
• Motion to close meeting to public for labour relations (Section 90(1)(c))

Committee of The Whole

The Committee of the Whole is discussing the Short-Term Rental Accommodations Policy (AD-23) and will provide staff with further direction. The policy regulates short-term rentals, including licensing, zoning, and a cap of 5% of total dwellings. No final decision is being made at this meeting; it is an operational discussion.

• Review of Short-Term Rental Accommodations Policy (AD-23)
• Policy caps short-term rentals at 5% of total dwellings
• Density limit of one STR per block in Old Rossland and Redstone areas
• Permanent resident requirement for most STR operators
• Rezoning criteria include parking, neighbourhood impact, and affordable housing

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2757 and Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2758. The proposed amendments would change the zoning and OCP designation for properties south of Redstone Drive to allow subdivision into approximately 20 lots. Residents can attend in person to ask questions or provide input.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2757 for properties south of Redstone Dr
• OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2758 for same properties
• Proposal to subdivide and develop into approximately 20 lots
• Public hearing at Miners' Union Hall, 1765 Columbia Ave, Jan 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

Regular Council

Rossland City Council will hear a delegation from the Lower Columbia Community Health Care Centre requesting a letter of support for developing a community health centre. Council will also decide on several bylaws, including subdivision servicing, short-term rental zoning amendments, and fees and charges, plus a grant application for the Third Avenue infrastructure project.

• Delegation from Lower Columbia Community Health Care Centre requesting letter of support
• Adoption of Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2748
• Third reading and adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2779 for short-term rental at 2330 St. Paul St
• Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2781
• Direct staff to submit $1,790,000 grant application for Third Avenue Infrastructure Improvement Project with $477,300 city contribution