Rossland public meetings in 2025

Public Consultation

Rossland City Council will hold a public consultation at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025 in the Council Chambers at 1920 Third Avenue. The Manager of Finance/Chief Administrative Officer will give a brief overview of the proposed amendment. Residents may submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 via email to [email protected]. The meeting is to gather input on the draft amendment to the city’s 2025‑2029 Financial Plan (Bylaw No. 2854).

• Draft 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2854 – public consultation
• Manager of Finance/Chief Administrative Officer to present overview of the bylaw
• Written submissions accepted until 4:00 p.m. Dec 2, 2025 via [email protected]
• Amendment would delete Schedule A of Bylaw No. 2847 and replace it with a new Schedule A
• Draft bylaw available for inspection at City Hall, 1920 Third Avenue, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. weekdays or online at https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/51607

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the allocation of Community Support Funding for 2026, including a proposed shift of the Rossland Public Library from grant-in-aid to the operating budget. Staff recommend keeping the grant-in-aid pool at 5% of property taxes, which would leave approximately $188,521 for new applications.

• 2026 Community Support Funding Allocation Review
• Rossland Public Library funding shift to operating budget
• Grant-in-Aid pool set at 5% of property taxes ($366,284)
• Approximately $188,521 available for new 2026 Grant-in-Aid requests
• Permissive tax exemptions to be shifted to Grant-in-Aid program

Regular Council

Council will decide on the 2026 Annual Revenue Anticipation Bylaw and amendments to the 2025-2029 Financial Plan. The body will also consider new water and sewer rates for 2026-2027 and a wildfire risk reduction grant application.

• 2026 Annual Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 2855
• 2025-2029 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2854
• Sewer Rate (2026-2027) Bylaw No. 2859
• Water Rate (2026-2027) Bylaw No. 2860
• 2026-2027 Community Resiliency Investment Program application

Regular Council

The Rossland City Council will vote on several bylaw amendments, including the 2026‑2027 sewer and water rates and the 2025‑2029 financial plan amendment. Council will appoint Craig McDonald as Chief Financial Officer and rescind Micheal Kennedy from that role. A land sale of remnant lots next to 2740 Butte St will be approved at $290.28 per sq m (about $31,000). The council will also authorize street closures and traffic management for the 2026 Winter Carnival events.

• Approve sale of LOTS 21‑23, BLOCK 44, SECTION 35 (approx $31,000) adjacent to 2740 Butte St
• Read and approve Sewer Rate Bylaw No. 2859 (2026‑2027)
• Read and approve Water Rate Bylaw No. 2860 (2026‑2027)
• Appoint Craig McDonald as CFO and rescind Micheal Kennedy
• Authorize Queen St, Spokane St, and Kirkup Ave closures for Winter Carnival Jan 2026

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw to align with provincial legislation and the 2022 Official Community Plan. Council will provide direction on specific amendments and the proposed public engagement plan before initiating community consultation.

• Proposed allowance of up to 4 units in all standard residential zones (Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing)
• Proposed 50% density increase for developments with at least 20% affordable units
• New landscaping regulations including FireSmart principles and prohibition of coniferous trees within 3m of buildings
• Proposed changes to building height measurements and standardized limits (e.g., 10m for Single Detached Dwellings)
• Project budget of $50,000 funded by the Local Government Housing Initiative Capacity Funding Grant

Regular Council

Council will consider several bylaw and policy approvals, including a zoning amendment for 3975 Old Red Mountain Road and the Animal Control Bylaw. It will also vote on rate bylaws for sewer and water services for 2026‑2027, and on two funding items: a $6,000 annual use agreement with the Gold Fever Follies and an additional $118,000 to finish the north section of the Centennial Trail.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2856 – 3975 Old Red Mountain Road
• Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862, 2025 adoption
• Utility Water Leak Adjustment Policy (AD-30) amendment approval
• Centennial Trail Improvement Project – additional $118,000 funding for north section
• Gold Fever Follies Miners' Hall use agreement – $6,000 per annum

Regular Council - AMENDED AGENDA

The Rossland Council will adopt three bylaws—Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 2853, Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862, and Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2863. It will also award the 2025‑2027 financial statement audit services contract to MNP LLP and endorse the 2025 Columbia Basin Wildfire Resiliency Initiative grant application. Additional items include approval of community funding and reserve policies and a request to use city utilities for the December 6, 2025 Christmas event.

• Adopt Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 2853
• Adopt Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862 (2025)
• Adopt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2863 (2025)
• Award 2025‑2027 financial audit contract to MNP LLP
• Endorse 2025 Columbia Basin Wildfire Resiliency Initiative grant application

Public Hearing

Rossland City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2856, which proposes to amend the CD-3-RHP Resort Holiday Park zone to allow for expanded resort commercial use, specifically a commercial nordic spa facility, at 3975 Old Red Mountain Road.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2856
• Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2856
• Proposed addition of 'Commercial, Resort Use' to CD-3-RHP zone
• Property at 3975 Old Red Mountain Road
• Proposed commercial nordic spa facility

Regular Council

The Rossland Council will approve several policy amendments and bylaws, including the Community Grant Funding Policy AD‑8, the Reserve & Surplus Policy AD‑18, the 2026 Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 2853, the Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862, and the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2863. The council will also award the 2025‑2027 financial statement audit services contract to MNP LLP and endorse the 2025 Columbia Basin Wildfire Resiliency Initiative grant application. Additionally, the council will approve the use of city electrical supply and sidewalks for the Rekindle the Spirit of Christmas 2025 event.

• Adopt Community Grant Funding Policy No. AD‑8 (amended)
• Adopt Reserve & Surplus Policy No. AD‑18 (amended)
• Adopt 2026 Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 2853
• Award 2025‑2027 financial audit contract to MNP LLP
• Endorse 2025 Columbia Basin Wildfire Resiliency Initiative grant

Regular Council

Council will review the 2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan and vote on new bylaws for animal control and fees and charges. The body will also decide on the 2026 meeting and acting mayor schedules.

• Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862, 2025 (second and third readings)
• Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2863, 2025 (first, second, and third readings)
• Temporary closure of Washington Street between Columbia Avenue and First Avenue for Remembrance Day
• Letter of support for Teck Resources and Anglo American merger
• 2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan preview

Special Meeting

The Rossland Council will waive notice of the special meeting, adopt the agenda, and then recess to an in-camera session because of litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality. The meeting will be closed under Section 90(1)(g) of the Community Charter and then adjourned.

• Waiver of notice under Section 127(4) of the Community Charter
• Adoption of the September 23, 2025 special meeting agenda
• Recess to in-camera meeting under Section 90(1)(g) due to litigation
• Adjournment of the special council meeting

Committee of the Whole

Rossland City Council will discuss proposed changes to how the city funds community groups, including a shift away from permissive tax exemptions and a review of the $1.034M in annual support.

• Discussion on $1.034M in community support funding for 2025
• Proposal to shift permissive tax exemptions to general grant in aid
• Proposal to remove Library and Museum from grant in aid pool
• Review of community support policies and application processes

Regular Council

At the regular council meeting, members will adopt the agenda and consider several bylaw readings and policy amendments. They will approve multiple contracts and permits, including a $905,743.65 tender for Cook Avenue infrastructure improvements and a $30,000 pool boiler replacement, as well as adopt the 2025‑2027 Communications Strategy. Additional items include a resort‑use zoning amendment, a development variance for 2160 Lower Georgia Street, and a new freight truck contract.

• Approve $905,743.65 contract to Triahn Enterprises (2018) Ltd. for Cook Avenue Infrastructure Improvements
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2856 – CD-3-RHP Resort Commercial Use, with infrastructure servicing plan condition and public hearing scheduled for Oct 20, 2025
• Approve Development Variance Permit for 2160 Lower Georgia Street (front setback 0 m, interior side setback 0.3 m)
• Read Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862, 2025 for the first time
• Award $345,141.74 contract to New West Truck for a Freightliner M2 106 medium‑duty truck

Regular Council

Rossland City Council will discuss a funding application for sewer replacement and the 2026-2030 Five-Year Financial Plan. The body is also reviewing requests for tax exemptions and a budget request for the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre.

• Proposed $7 million application to the 2025 Strategic Priorities Fund for the Wagon Road Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project
• Budget request for Phase 2 of the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre expansion
• 2026 Permissive Tax Exemption applications
• One-year extension to the School District 20 Jubilee Field License to Occupy
• Proposed changes to the Fees and Charges Bylaw

Regular Council

Council will review several development variance permits and a development permit for Phase 2 of the Glades project at 3990 Old Red Mountain Road. The body is also deciding on two equipment and infrastructure contracts and the 2024 Annual Report.

• Tender award of $705,529.00 to Copcan Civil Limited Partnership for 2025 Centennial Trail Improvements Project
• Contract award of $194,394.65 to Falcon Equipment for a 2025 LaRue snowblower
• Development Permit for Glades-Phase 2 at 3990 Old Red Mountain Road
• Development Variance Permits for 1221 Black Bear Drive, 2070A St Paul Street, and 2090 Sixth Avenue
• Approval of the 2024 City of Rossland Annual Report

Regular Council

The Rossland City Council will adopt the 2025 Housing Needs Assessment and Action Plan. It will also issue a development permit for 218 Cedar Creek Place and variance permits for projects at 2157 Fourth Avenue and 2315 Fifth Avenue. Additional approvals include the Resort Development Strategy 2025‑2027 and the Golden City Days/Fall Fair event plans.

• Adopt Housing Needs Assessment and Action Plan 2025
• Development Permit for 218 Cedar Creek Place
• Variance Permit for 2157 Fourth Avenue (rear setback reduced to 0.85 m)
• Variance Permit for 2315 Fifth Avenue (front setback reduced to 1.0 m)
• Approve Golden City Days / Fall Fair event road closures and noise exemption

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on the city's Draft Utilities Master Plan. Operations Manager Scott Lamont and Deputy Operations Manager Josh Solman will lead the overview. The discussion will cover water, sanitary and storm systems, data collection, future growth needs, and funding considerations.

• Review of Draft Utilities Master Plan Report
• Presentation by Operations Manager Scott Lamont and Deputy Operations Manager Josh Solman
• Overview of water, sanitary, and storm utility systems
• Discussion of data collection and future growth assumptions
• Consideration of funding and next steps for the plan

Regular Council

The Rossland Council will read for a third time and adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2852, changing the use of 1345 Spokane Street from R1BB Single Detached Bed and Breakfast to R1‑I Residential Infill. Council will also approve three development variance permits: a front‑setback variance at 1960 Davis Street, a parcel‑coverage increase at 2059 Second Avenue, and front‑setback and height variances at 1850 View Street. Additional items include a request for direction on ministerial meeting requests at the 2025 UBCM Convention and an informational update on the seasonal outdoor pool.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2852 – 1345 Spokane Street: read third time and adopt
• Development Variance Permit – 1960 Davis Street: front setback reduced from 4.0 m to 0.0 m
• Development Variance Permit – 2059 Second Avenue: parcel coverage increased from 40% to 50% (24 sq m)
• Development Variance Permit – 1850 View Street: front setback reduced 1.0 m and height increased 0.5 m
• Request for council direction on ministerial meeting requests at the 2025 UBCM Convention

Special Meeting

Rossland Council will convene a special meeting at 3:00 p.m. on May 28, 2025, to consider a closed session regarding potential litigation affecting the municipality. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at 1920 Third Avenue.

• Closed session for potential litigation
• Adoption of the Special Meeting agenda
• Meeting location: Rossland Council Chambers, 1920 Third Avenue

Public Hearing

The Rossland City Council will hold a public hearing on May 20, 2025 to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2852. The bylaw proposes rezoning the property at 1345 Spokane Street from R‑1BB (Single Detached Bed and Breakfast) to R‑1I (Residential Infill). The hearing will be conducted at Council Chambers, 1920 Third Avenue, at 6:00 p.m., and the public may submit comments or questions. Copies of the proposed bylaw are available at City Hall and online.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2852 – rezoning of 1345 Spokane St (Parcel A, Block 20, District Lot 535, Kootenay District Plan 579A) from R‑1BB to R‑1I.
• Public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Rossland Council Chambers, 1920 Third Avenue.
• Public may submit comments during the hearing; staff may read any received correspondence or petitions.
• Proposed bylaw and background documents can be inspected at City Hall (9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.) or online at www.rossland.ca/news-and-notices.

Regular Council

Rossland Council will consider approving development variance permits for two residential properties and reconfirm a permissive tax exemption policy. The meeting also includes a request for direction on funding for the 55+ BC Senior Games.

• Development Variance Permit for 2722 Pinewood Drive
• Development Variance Permit for 2605 Pinewood Drive
• Permissive Tax Exemption Policy (AD-12)
• Request for direction on 55+ BC Senior Games funding
• Approval of 2025 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2850

Special Council Meeting

Council is meeting to decide on the adoption of the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan and the 2025 Municipal Tax Rate. The proposed plan includes a 10% property tax revenue increase across all property classes for the next five years and a planned spend of $17.1M in 2025.

• Adoption of 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2847
• Adoption of 2025 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2850
• Adoption of Ophir Reservoir Local Area Service Parcel Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2851
• Approval of 2024 Supplementary Statements of Financial Information (SOFI)
• Proposed 10% property tax revenue increase for the next five years

Public Consultation

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Regular Council

The Rossland Council will adopt the meeting agenda and approve draft minutes from previous meetings. Council will read and consider the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw and several tax rate bylaws. A development permit and variance for a 13‑unit multifamily project at 401‑409 Copper Road will be decided, along with direction on community support funding, arena operations, and a letter of support for a local freeskate club.

• Development Permit and variance for 13‑unit townhouse at 401‑409 Copper Rd (setback reductions).
• Draft 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2847 (read third time).
• Draft 2025 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2850 (first and subsequent readings).
• Ophir Reservoir Local Area Service Parcel Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2851 (first and subsequent readings).
• Letter of support request for Team GIVE’R Freeride Club’s BC Community Gaming Grant.

Regular Council

Rossland City Council will consider adopting two zoning amendment bylaws and approve the 2024 audited financial statements. The meeting will also include a delegation from Grant Thornton LLP regarding the financial statements.

• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2841 – 1999 Second Avenue
• First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2852 – 1345 Spokane Street (Public Hearing scheduled for May 20, 2025)
• Approval of 2024 Audited Financial Statements
• Delegation from Grant Thornton LLP presenting 2024 audited financial statements
• Approval of Canada Day 2025 event request for Rossland Museum and Discovery Centre

Public Hearing

The City of Rossland is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2841. This proposal would change the zoning of a portion of 1999 Second Avenue to allow for a future subdivision of the residential part of the property.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2841: Rezone 1999 Second Avenue from C-1 Commercial Downtown Core to R-1I Residential Infill

Regular Council

The Rossland Council will amend the 2025 Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed Grants, reallocating $59,050.29 among multiple community organizations. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes, a recreation facilities policy amendment, and the first reading of the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw. Additionally, the March 2025 Municipal Cheque Register Report will be approved.

• Amendment of Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed Grants – total $59,050.29 allocated to 38 organizations
• Approval of Recreation Facilities User Allocation Policy AD‑16 (amended)
• First and second reading of 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2847
• Approval of March 2025 Municipal Cheque Register Report
• Adoption of draft minutes from the March 10 and March 11 council meetings

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a request for council direction on allocating $59,050.29 from the 2025 Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed Grants (ReDi) program. Applicants representing community groups will present brief updates, and the total funding requests from Rossland organizations total $128,014.00. Staff will provide background information and recommendations under Corporate Policy C‑2 for the council’s consideration.

• Presentation of community group applicants for the 2025 ReDi program
• Total funding requests from Rossland groups: $128,014.00
• Allocation amount available for 2025 ReDi program: $59,050.29
• Council request for staff direction on allocation per Policy C‑2
• ReDi funding increased from $55,615.97 in 2024 to $59,050.29 in 2025

Regular Council

Rossland City Council will consider adopting two parcel tax bylaws to fund water and sewer services and approve a development permit for a property on Telemark Road. The meeting also includes the approval of the 2025 Corporate Management Work Plan and the dissolution of the Energy Task Force.

• Adoption of Water Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2848, 2025
• Adoption of Sewer Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2849, 2025
• Approval of Development Permit for 1010 Telemark Road
• Approval of 2025 Corporate Management Work Plan
• Dissolution of the Energy Task Force

Regular Council

The City of Rossland Council will discuss the adoption of an Integrated Climate Action Plan and a road closure bylaw. The body is also reviewing proposed parcel tax bylaws for water and sewer services and a zoning amendment for 1999 Second Avenue.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2841 for 1999 Second Avenue (Public Hearing April 7, 2025)
• Water Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2848 and Sewer Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2849
• Road Closure Bylaw No. 2846
• Grant application for the GreenLink Trail via the Active Transportation Fund
• $50,000 Expression of Interest for accessibility improvements at Nickleplate Park

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a preview of the draft 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan and decide what further direction to give staff. The discussion includes a projected $51.1 million capital plan and a proposal for a 10 % property‑tax increase over the next five years, expected to generate $601 K in 2025 and $3.7 million in total. Council will also consider the proposed funding mix of property taxes, grants, reserve draws and debt, as well as the rising costs of regional sewer utilities and the use of the $689,202 reserve.

• Review of the Draft 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan
• Projected $51.1 M capital plan cost
• Proposed 10 % tax increase over five years ($601 K in 2025, $3.7 M total)
• Funding mix: 21 % property taxes, 28 % grants, 21 % reserves, 28 % debt
• Increase in regional sewer utility costs and draw on $689,202 reserve

Regular Council

Council is deciding on a zoning amendment, an Official Community Plan amendment, and a road closure bylaw involving developer-funded land swaps and the realignment of Wagon Road. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Rossland Housing Needs Assessment and Action Plan.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2844, Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2845, and Road Closure Bylaw No. 2846
• Annual budget allocation of up to $7,000 for Natural Control Alternatives (NCA) financial overages
• Development Variance Permit for a carport at 2535 McLeod Avenue (front setback variance from 4.0m to 0.6m)
• Review of Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) Resident Directed Grants (ReDi) Grant Allocation (C-2)
• Review of Personal Expense and Travel Policy (HR-11)

Special Meeting

The Rossland Council will adopt the special meeting agenda. After adoption, the council will recess to an in‑camera session to discuss municipal objectives, measures and progress reports needed for the annual municipal report required by the Community Charter.

• Adoption of the January 20, 2025 Special Meeting agenda
• Recess to in‑camera meeting to discuss municipal objectives and progress for the annual report under section 98 of the Community Charter

Public Hearing

The Rossland City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2844, Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2845, and Road Closure Bylaw No. 2846. All three proposals involve the parcel at the intersection of Copper Road and Wagon Road (PID 017‑311‑268) and aim to re‑align Wagon Road to support future development. The zoning amendment would change part of the land from R‑5 Residential Resort Mixed Density to P‑2 Parks and Open Space, while the OCP amendment would swap designations between resort residential and parks/trails. The road closure bylaw would close a portion of Wagon Road, remove its highway dedication and transfer ownership to Rossland Property Investments, with a right‑of‑way for the Green Link Trail and a sewer line.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2844: rezoning at Copper Rd & Wagon Rd from R‑5 Residential Resort Mixed Density to P‑2 Parks and Open Space (and reverse) to facilitate road re‑alignment.
• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2845: redesignate the same parcel from Resort Residential Reserve to Parks, Trails and Open Space (and vice‑versa) for road alignment.
• Road Closure Bylaw No. 2846: close a portion of Wagon Road, remove highway dedication, transfer to Rossland Property Investments, and provide a right‑of‑way for the Green Link Trail and main sewer line.

Regular Council

The Rossland Council will decide on the 2025 Community Grant Funding allocations, approving specific dollar amounts for ten local organizations. The council will also adopt the 'Path to Inclusion: The Rossland Accessibility Plan' and approve the 2025 Regional Age Friendly Coordinator Agreement for Rossland, Warfield and Trail. Additional decisions include a $1,000 donation to the JL Crowe Secondary graduating class fundraiser and approval of TransRockies Inc.'s use of Centennial Ball Field on July 12‑13, 2025 for a $150 fee with a noise‑bylaw exemption.

• Approve community grant allocations: $1,400 to 2nd Rossland Scouts; $3,365 to Family Action Network of the Lower Columbia; $39,391 to Kootenay Columbia Trails Society; $2,583 to Living Lakes Canada; $8,331 to Lower Columbia Affordable Housing Society; $11,167 to Rossland Council for Arts and Culture; $55,041 to Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre; $159,034 to Rossland Public Library Association; $3,197 to Rossland Tennis Society; $17,123 to Tourism Rossland Society.
• Adopt the 'Path to Inclusion: The Rossland Accessibility Plan' and its recommendations.
• Approve the draft 2025 Regional Age Friendly Coordinator Agreement for Rossland, Warfield and Trail.
• Approve a one‑time $1,000 donation to the JL Crowe Secondary graduating class for a Christmas‑tree collection and recycling fundraiser.
• Approve TransRockies Inc.'s use of Centennial Ball Field on July 12‑13, 2025 for the Singletrack 6 event, a $150 fee, and a temporary exemption to Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2631 for early‑morning amplified sound.