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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
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   "date": "2026-08-10",
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   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider zoning changes for indoor self-storage and 2025 First Avenue",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/56235/Regular%20Council%20-%2010%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=D66C695B5D1F461886516AAB890374E9",
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   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Rossland Council discusses zoning, recreation fees, and development permits",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/55695/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=D884B3A09B75415D928F99F793549FCE",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Library warns of $25,900 deficit, seeks city funding partnership",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/55590/Regular%20Council%20-%2015%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=2D96E425C7FB49EFB3E34505BF4AD54D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=463"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Public Hearing",
   "headline": "Public hearing on comprehensive zoning bylaw update",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/55570/Public%20Hearing%20-%2015%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=49CA4A4A604A438BBDA22A0952E470EC",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $729K retaining wall contract and financial statements",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/55362/Regular%20Council%20-%2001%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=0F25CD3E01404DC39FBE535FDBF2F89E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=462"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to hear $10M climbing center pitch, advance zoning bylaw",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/55157/Regular%20Council%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=5B9265054DBC47F0BC6444E563F52317",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=461"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt the 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/54998/Regular%20Council%20-%2004%20May%202026.pdf?handle=99D8845BDD014D43AD6A38C9BA45C9D0",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=460"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $523,434 street sweeper purchase and $25,000 trade‑in",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/54807/Regular%20Council%20-%2020%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=D25E6842F6644C38985723AF6F5C10AF",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=459"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw Public Consultation",
   "headline": "Rossland proposes 10% annual tax increase for 2026-2030",
   "summary": "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).",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/54761/2026-2030%20Financial%20Plan%20Bylaw%20Public%20Consultat.pdf?handle=EF8827F8A6FD4DB499EB263499BE7A66",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=476"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to read Zoning Bylaw No. 2864 for the first time",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/54557/Regular%20Council%20-%2007%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=3EB525D815E4481297950C61FB520AD6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=458"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-01",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Council to decide allocation of $51,410 from Columbia Basin Trust ReDi grants",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/54435/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2001%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=892352090D0E4727A744FC1FB84FB107",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=473"
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Rossland discusses draft 2026-2030 Five-Year Financial Plan",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/54196/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2009%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=10963CF5F8B14F5BA6A89A33715EEBCC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=474"
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "No agenda items listed in the provided document",
   "summary": "The agenda contains no listed items; it appears to be a placeholder or login page. No decisions or discussions are outlined for this council meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/54278/Regular%20Council%20-%2009%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=CF3EBAE522EB425986433AF08587CC4C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=457"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider a development variance permit for 1615 Victoria Avenue",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/53881/Regular%20Council%20-%2017%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=8A7C294ECA254A7C8BDDBB2EA7CBC1B7",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=456"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Council to review draft 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Financial Plan and tax increase proposals",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/53818/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2017%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=68601CC8D97B46568C2BD9B31F2D41BC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=472"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-02",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $419,990 engineering design contract for retaining wall remediation",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/53662/Regular%20Council%20-%2002%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=514F5539C6214F13959B2F3F868F2496",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=455"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-12",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council approves 2026‑2027 Community Grant Funding allocations",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/document/52651/Regular%20Council%20-%2012%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=11DBFB5701AE4A0C84245E82ED9F2991",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://rossland.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=454"
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