Sicamous public meetings in 2023
29 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Select Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss a review of the Fees and Charges Bylaw and a presentation regarding Visitor Information Services. The meeting also includes discussions on 2024 budgets for economic development and tourism.
- Review of Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 740
- Presentation on 2024 Visitor Information Centre agreement renewal
- Discussion of 2024 Economic Development and Tourism budgets
- Review of Chamber of Commerce presentation regarding Visitor Information Services
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous Council is reviewing several development permits, including a temporary use permit for 517 Main Street. The agenda also includes proposals for debt repayment regarding equipment and a hockey facility, as well as the purchase of a new plow truck.
- First reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1054, 2023 for 102 Martin Street and 902 Riverside Avenue
- Repayment of John Deer loader loan not to exceed $54,500 from reserves
- Principal payment of $160,000 for hockey accommodation facility from COVID grant reserve
- Purchase of a 2024 Ford F-350 plow truck not to exceed $87,086 plus GST
- Application for $250,000 Economic Opportunity Fund for Finlayson Park Pump Track
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee will discuss a schematic development proposal for a housing project at 425 Main Street, including rezoning and incentives. Other items include a community energy emissions plan presentation.
- Schematic Development Proposal for Housing Project at 425 Main Street
- Community Energy Emissions Plan Presentation
Select Finance Committee Meeting
The Select Finance Committee will discuss various 2024 capital budgets, including recreation, fire, transportation, and water and sewer plans. The meeting also includes a presentation from WildSafeBC and reviews of short-term debt repayments for the Hockey Accommodation Facility and JD Loader equipment.
- WildSafeBC Columbia Shuswap presentation
- Proposed 2023 payoff for Hockey Accommodation Facility debt
- Proposed 2023 payoff for 2021 JD Loader equipment loan
- Review of 2024 Capital Budgets for Recreation, Fire, Transportation, and Water & Sewer
- Review of 2024 Community Grant Recipients
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee is reviewing applications for an emergency retaining wall at 101 Kappel Street and two development variance permits. The committee will also receive a development services update on current applications.
- Watercourse Development Permit for an emergency retaining wall at 101 Kappel Street
- Development Variance Permit for 850 Shuswap Avenue to increase accessory building floor area from 100 to 135 square metres
- Development Variance Permit for 222 Stoneridge Drive to reduce front building setback from 6m to 2.3m
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed zoning amendments to create specific RVP-1 and RVP-2 zones for Silver Sands and Sicamous Sands. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a new RV park zone at 902 Riverside Avenue, an update on the RW Bruhn Bridge, and information on invasive mussels.
- Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1048, 2023 for Silver Sands and Sicamous Sands
- New Recreational Vehicle Park Zone at 902 Riverside Avenue/102 Martin Street
- Update on RW Bruhn Bridge by Mayor Anderson
- Discussion regarding invasive mussels in the Okanagan Basin
- Delegation from Keith Weir regarding Crown Land Head Lease
Regular Council Meeting
The meeting will primarily discuss and decide on a subdivision application for agricultural land and authorize a contract for the Shuswap Healing Centre construction.
- Subdivision application to BC Agricultural Land Commission (515 Dogwood Avenue)
- Contract award with Scott Builders Inc. for Shuswap Healing Centre ($6,319,543 plus GST)
Select Finance Committee Meeting
The Select Finance Committee is reviewing a draft agreement with the Shuswap Trail Alliance for 2024-2027. The committee is also discussing the Shuswap Healing Centre capital and operating budgets, as well as a potential grant-funded FoodCycler Pilot Project.
- Draft agreement with Shuswap Trail Alliance (2024-2027)
- Shuswap Healing Centre capital and operating budget review
- FoodCycler Pilot Project proposal (100% grant funded)
- Discussion on advertising requirements in local newspapers
- Review of 2024 Operating Budget Summary
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee is reviewing applications for a new 15-slip moorage facility at 100 Archibald Street. The meeting also includes discussions on a temporary use permit for 517 Main Street and a zoning amendment for 102 Martin St and 902 Riverside Ave.
- Development Permit No. 23-236-DP: Replacement of private moorage structure at 100 Archibald St
- Development Variance Permit No. 23-236-DVP: Setback variances for log boom and moorage structure at 100 Archibald St
- Temporary Use Permit Application No. 23-337-TUP: Amendment to existing permit for 517 Main Street
- Zoning Amendment File No. 23-336-Z: Proposed changes for 102 Martin St and 902 Riverside Ave
Regular Council Meeting
The Sicamous Council is reviewing a proposal to reduce the minimum parcel size at 710 Conn Street to support a subdivision. The meeting also includes a delegation regarding water and sewer charges and various pieces of correspondence.
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1049, 2023 for 710 Conn Street
- Delegation from Ralph Waterson regarding Water and Sewer Charges
- Correspondence regarding invasive mussel prevention in B.C.
- Correspondence regarding walkability in Sicamous
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review a budget update for the Shuswap Healing Centre. The meeting also includes discussions on legislative updates, the 2024 Council meeting schedule, and downtown community events.
- Shuswap Healing Centre Budget Update
- Development Cost Charges Bylaw Update
- 2024 Council Meeting Schedule
- Downtown Community Events Board discussion
Housing Committee
The committee will meet with Hausen Projects and McDiarmid Construction regarding EOI #20-147. The committee will also discuss a recommendation for a 2024 expression of interest for two-unit dwelling plans.
- Design guideline development with Hausen Projects (EOI #20-147)
- Review of draft concepts with McDiarmid Construction (EOI #20-147)
- Recommendation for a 2024 housing expression of interest for two-unit dwelling plans
Special Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous Council is meeting to finalize four-year tax exemptions for various organizations. These bylaws cover tax exemptions for places of worship, not-for-profit groups, and seniors' housing for the 2024–2027 period.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1050, 2023 for Places of Worship tax exemptions
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1051, 2023 for Not for Profit tax exemptions
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1052, 2023 for Seniors' Homes tax exemptions
- Tax exemption for Eagle Valley Senior Citizens Housing Society involving subdivided lots
- Estimated tax exemptions for organizations including Royal Canadian Legion and Sicamous Bible Church
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will review the District's third-quarter financial report and consider a development variance permit for 1436 Silver Sands Road. The permit issuance is conditional upon receiving a Watercourse Development Permit for a proposed screen room.
- September 2023 Financial Report: $5.9 million in unrestricted cash/term deposits
- Development Variance Permit No. 23-288-DVP for 1436 Silver Sands Road
- Review of $7,243,254 in total loan payable balances
- Correspondence regarding UBCM 2023 from Minister Ralston
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review technical briefings regarding the Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act and draft letters for rental licensing. The agenda also includes a discussion on advocating for a moratorium on out-of-province watercraft to manage quagga mussels.
- Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act technical briefing
- Draft letters regarding Short-Term Rental advertising and licensing
- RCMP quarterly report covering July to September 2023
- Bylaw Enforcement quarterly update for July-September 2023
- Advocacy for moratorium on out-of-province watercraft
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The meeting will discuss updates on the Sicamous Fire Department, community health center, and progress on the Housing Strategy Implementation Update. The agenda also includes a public input period.
- Sicamous Fire Department Updates - Fire Chief Brett Ogino & FireSmart Coordinator Travis Lansing
- Sicamous Community Health Centre Third Quarter Update - Manager Karen Eastland
- Housing Strategy Implementation Update (Secondary Dwelling Initiative)
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is considering a zoning amendment for 710 Conn Street to reduce minimum parcel sizes. The agenda also includes awarding contracts for secondary dwelling plans and housing development, as well as reviewing grant applications for the Fire Department.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1049, 2023 (710 Conn Street) second and third readings
- Awarding of secondary dwelling building plans EOI to Hausen Projects Inc
- Awarding of housing and commercial development EOI to WCPG Construction Ltd
- $200,000 FireSmart Economic Recovery Fund grant application support
- $30,000 Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant application support
Housing Committee
The committee is reviewing updated Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Secondary Dwelling Building Plans initiative. The meeting includes a review of submissions from AdaptiveHomes, Hausen Projects, McDiarmid Construction, and Earthwright.
- Review of EOI 23-147 submissions including AdaptiveHomes, Hausen Projects, McDiarmid, and Earthwright
- Discussion of construction costs for secondary dwellings presented by Bayview Homes
- Review of qualified candidates for the Plan Library design project
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee is considering a subdivision application for 515 Dogwood Avenue and a side setback variance for a screen room at 1436 Silver Sands Road. The meeting also includes updates on current development applications and long-range planning projects.
- Subdivision application for 515 Dogwood Avenue to create three total lots
- Development Variance Permit for 1436 Silver Sands Road to reduce side setback from 1.5m to 1.2m
- Pre-application discussion for development at 630 Riverside Avenue
- Update on highway commercial plaza application at 534 Main Street
Special Council Meeting
Council is reviewing a development permit and variance request for an 843 m2 storage facility intended for boat storage. The proposal includes requests to modify setback and fencing regulations for the property.
- Development Permit No. 23-287-DP for a storage facility at 1303 Nordin Court
- Development Variance Permit No. 23-287-DVP to reduce rear setback from 6m to 0.90m
- Variance to increase fence height from 1.2m or 2m up to 2.4m
- Request to permit the use of barbed wire within a Commercial Zone
- Update on Highway Corridor Access Plan and 2023 UBCM Follow Up Letters
Special Council Meeting
Council is considering the adoption of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 1046, 2023. This agreement authorizes the District to enter into an affordable rental housing agreement with Eagle Valley Senior Citizens Housing Society for a 36-unit development.
- Adoption of District of Sicamous Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 1046, 2023
- Authorization of 36-unit affordable seniors housing project
- Agreement with Eagle Valley Senior Citizens Housing Society
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several zoning amendments and a housing agreement bylaw. Additionally, staff is seeking approval for a direct-award contract to build a new pump track.
- Direct-award contract to Velosolutions for the Sicamous Pump Track at 1115 Eagle Pass Way for $397,000
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1045, 2023 (RVP-3 & R-5 Zones)
- First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1049, 2023 for 710 Conn Street
- Third reading of the District of Sicamous Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 1046, 2023
- First, second, and third reading of Parks Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1053, 2023
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed revitalization tax exemption areas, including new areas for Riverside Avenue and purpose-built rentals. The meeting also includes an update on the Secondary Dwelling Initiative and a presentation from the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society.
- Proposed Revitalization Tax Exemption Areas: Town Centre, Riverside Commercial, Industrial, and Municipal-Wide
- Housing Strategy Implementation Update (Secondary Dwelling Initiative)
- Presentation by Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society
- Review of the Sicamous Curling Rink Lease Agreement (2023-2025)
- Operations & Infrastructure Update
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee is considering a development permit for a new boat storage facility at 1303 Nordin Court. The committee will also review a recommendation to Council regarding a zoning amendment for 710 Conn Street.
- Development Permit 23-287-DP: Proposed 843 m2 storage facility for Papa’s Sicamous Marina at 1303 Nordin Court
- Development Variance Permit 23-28nt-DVP: Requests changes to rear/side setbacks and fence regulations at 1303 Nordin Court
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1049, 2023: Proposed amendment for 710 Conn Street
- Liquor License: Review of engagement paper for LRS Temp Relocation
- Housing Committee update: Staff report regarding secondary dwelling plans
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council Meeting for August 31, 2023, consists of procedural items including the adoption of the agenda. The council also intends to move into an in-camera session under section 90(1)(g) of the Community Charter.
- Adoption of the August 31, 2023, meeting agenda
- Move to in-camera session under section 90(1)(g) of the Community Charter
Housing Committee
The committee is reviewing submissions to select qualified architects and designers to create a pre-approved plan library for secondary dwellings. The project aims to provide low-cost, energy-efficient building plans for coach houses, garden suites, and secondary suites.
- Review of EOI 23-147 submissions to identify qualified candidates including Adaptive Homes, Grant Architecture Studio Inc, Hausen Projects, McDiarmid Construction, Motiv Architects Inc, and Sturgess Architecture
- Discussion regarding secondary dwelling plans with construction cost targets of $200 - $250 per square foot
- Review of expert input from Bayview Homes
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed addition/alteration drawings for Kids Kingdom Childcare at 502 Cedar Street. The agenda also includes discussions on Flocky's Beach park regulations, accessibility plan requirements, and permissive tax exemptions.
- Childcare Facility Upgrades (502 Cedar Street) - Kids Kingdom Childcare Society
- Proposed Parks Regulation Amendments - Flocky's Beach
- Permissive Tax Exemptions for the 2024 to 2027 term
- Accessibility Committee and Accessibility Plan Requirements
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several bylaws, including a phased development agreement with SCG Investments Ltd. for District Lots 528 and 529. The agenda also includes decisions on land disposition to Eagle Valley Senior Citizens Housing Society and a new privacy management policy.
- Phased Development Agreement Bylaw No. 1047, 2023 with SCG Investments Ltd.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1045, 2023 second and third readings
- Land sale agreement with Eagle Valley Senior Citizens Housing Society
- Lease agreement for 1117A Eagle Pass Way at $6,700 per month plus GST
- Adoption of Privacy Management Policy No. A-34
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee is reviewing an ALC application to subdivide the property at 515 Dogwood Avenue into two new parcels and one remainder. The meeting also included updates on current development applications and a review of previous committee minutes.
- ALC Application No. 23-255-ALC: Proposal to subdivide 515 Dogwood Avenue
- Development Services update on current and completed applications
- Approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes