Sicamous public meetings in 2025
52 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Select Finance Committee Meeting
The Select Finance Committee will review draft budgets for economic development, fire services, water and sewer, and general capital, and consider a draft 4.23 % tax increase. Items include the District of Sicamous Development Corporation’s 2026 Economic Development budget, draft fire department budget, and draft water and sewer budgets. The committee will also hear a public input letter regarding Papa’s Sicamous Marina.
- District of Sicamous Development Corp. 2026 Economic Development budget (revenue $100,000, expenses $225,500)
- Fire Department – Draft 1 budget
- Water Budget – Draft 1
- Sewer Budget – Draft 1
- Draft 4.23 % tax increase presented
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous Council will vote to adopt Public Notice Bylaw No. 1112, 2025 and its companion Public Notice Policy No. A-38. The council will also adopt Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1098, 2025 and consider a Development Permit amendment for 425 Main Street. A discussion on council direction for 217 Finlayson Street and an appointment to the Okanagan Regional Library Board are also on the agenda.
- Adoption of Public Notice Bylaw No. 1112, 2025
- Adoption of Public Notice Policy No. A-38
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1098, 2025
- Development Permit Amendment 25-DP-007 for 425 Main Street
- Discussion of council direction on 217 Finlayson Street
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole approved its agenda and adopted the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. It heard presentations on the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan, the District of Sicamous Development Corporation’s economic‑development update, and the Sicamous Ferry Society update. The meeting also included department updates, strategic‑priority reports from the mayor and councillors, a public input period, and adjourned.
- Approval of the Committee of the Whole agenda for December 10, 2025
- Adoption of minutes from the November 12, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Presentation of the 2025 Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan, funded at $200,000 per year by the UBCM Community Resiliency Investment Program
- Economic Development Update by the District of Sicamous Development Corporation
- Sicamous Ferry Society update presented by Brett Joyce, James Hodgson & Ali Watson
Select Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will approve its agenda and adopt minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting. It will hear a delegation from the Eagle Valley Rescue Society. New business includes an introduction of Draft #1 Tax Increase for 2026 and funding requests to the Shuswap Community Foundation, Shuswap Watershed Council, Sicamous Ferry Society, and the Sicamous & District Seniors Centre Society, along with discussion of general revenue and debt servicing.
- Introduction of Draft #1 Tax Increase for 2026
- Funding request to Shuswap Community Foundation (2026 recipients)
- Funding request to Shuswap Watershed Council
- Funding request to Sicamous Ferry Society (late attachment)
- Funding request to Sicamous & District Seniors Centre Society (late attachment)
Regular Council Meeting
The council will adopt the District of Sicamous Building Regulations Bylaw No. 1056, 2025, repealing Bylaw No. 700, 2008. It will give first, second and third readings to the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1098, 2025, the Public Notice Bylaw No. 1112, 2025, and the Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1113, 2025. Council will appoint Clayton Allen as fire chief under Fire Department Bylaw No. 126, 1995. Routine approvals of agenda, minutes and reports are also scheduled.
- Adopt Building Regulations Bylaw No. 1056, 2025 and repeal Bylaw No. 700, 2008
- First‑second‑third reading of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1098, 2025
- First‑second‑third reading of Public Notice Bylaw No. 1112, 2025
- First‑second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1113, 2025 (covers 113 Weddup Street and 1005/1009 Riverside Avenue)
- Appointment of Clayton Allen as fire chief per Fire Department Bylaw No. 126, 1995
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee will consider Development Permit Amendment No. 25‑DP‑007 for 425 Main Street, which proposes reducing the building height to 18.3 m, lowering commercial space to 3,883 ft², and removing a storage garage. The agenda also includes Zoning Amendment No. 25‑Z‑002 together with Development Permit No. 25‑DP‑006 and Development Variance Permit No. 25‑DVP‑012 for 113 Weddup and 1005/1009 Riverside Avenue. A public input period is scheduled before the meeting adjourns.
- Development Permit Amendment No. 25‑DP‑007 (425 Main Street) – height to 18.3 m, commercial area to 3,883 ft², one garage removed
- Zoning Amendment No. 25‑Z‑002, Development Permit No. 25‑DP‑006 & Development Variance Permit No. 25‑DVP‑012 (113 Weddup & 1005/1009 Riverside Avenue) – C‑3 Waterfront Commercial zoning
- Public Input Period
- Approval of Agenda
- Adoption of Minutes from October 15, 2025
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous council will give first, second, and third reading to Building Regulations Bylaw No. 1056, 2025, replacing the 2008 bylaw. It will also adopt Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1058, 2025 and approve Development Variance Permit 25‑DVP‑013 for 721 Hemlock Crescent South. A resolution will be passed to opt out of the Columbia Shuswap Film Commission. No public hearings or delegations are scheduled.
- Building Regulations Bylaw No. 1056, 2025 – first, second and third reading
- Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1058, 2025 – adoption
- Development Variance Permit 25‑DVP‑013 for 721 Hemlock Crescent South
- Resolution to opt out of the Columbia Shuswap Film Commission
- No public or statutory hearings scheduled
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss adopting a bylaw to allow the District of Sicamous to use alternative methods, such as a website or email, for distributing public notices instead of the Salmon Arm Observer.
- Public Notice Bylaw - Alternative Means of Notification
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Works
- Approval of November 12, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of October 22, 2025 minutes
- Public Input Period (15 minutes)
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous council will vote on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1110, 2025, which adds a provision restricting mobile vending units to one per parcel in several commercial and industrial zones. The council will also consider a $30,000 grant application from the Sicamous Fire Department to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for equipment purchases. Standard agenda items such as approval of the agenda, adoption of minutes, and an in‑camera session on labour and land matters will also be addressed.
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1110, 2025 (mobile vending unit restriction)
- Consideration of a $30,000 grant request for the Sicamous Fire Department
- In‑camera motion under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), 90(1)(e), and 90(1)(g)
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the October 8, 2025 council meeting
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee will review quarterly reports from the RCMP and Development Services. The meeting includes an update on Phase 2 of the Owlhead Mountain Bike Park and a discussion on strategic priorities for the 2022-2026 term.
- Sicamous RCMP Detachment Quarterly Report (July to September 2025)
- Owlhead Mountain Bike Park Phase 2 update from Shuswap Trail Alliance
- Development Services quarterly reports for Bylaw, Building, and Planning
- Verbal update on parking
- Strategic Priorities 2022-2026 Term updates
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee will discuss proposed changes to the Building Regulations Amendment Bylaw 1056, 2025. The body will also consider a development variance permit for a residential garage project.
- Development Variance Permit No. 25-DVP-013 for a garage at 721 Hemlock Crescent South
- Building Regulations Amendment Bylaw 1056, 2025
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous Council will hold a third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1110, 2025, which would limit mobile vending units to one per parcel in several commercial and industrial zones. The council will also adopt a Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw for not‑for‑profit organizations and complete first‑through‑third readings of Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1058, 2025. Additional items include amendments to a development permit and two development variance permits for properties on Seed Frontage Road and Dogwood Avenue, and updates on two Strategic Priority Fund grant applications.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1110, 2025 – third reading to restrict mobile vending units per parcel
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1111, 2025 – adoption for not‑for‑profit entities
- Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1058, 2025 – first, second, and third readings
- Development Permit 24‑DP‑281 amendment (1002 Seed Frontage Road)
- Development Variance Permit No. 25‑DVP‑009 (438 Dogwood Avenue)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing construction schedules and traffic management for the R.W. Bruhn Bridge project. The meeting also includes a delegation from the Shuswap Watershed Council and updates on local recreation programming.
- R.W. Bruhn Bridge construction schedule: new infrastructure completion late 2026, final completion late 2027
- Proposed bridge closure windows: Winter (9am-3pm daytime, 12am-4am nighttime) and Summer (7:30pm-9pm daytime, 12am-4am nighttime)
- Shuswap Watershed Council report on $271,000 in grants awarded to date for sustainable agriculture
- Shuswap Watershed Council 2025-26 funding total of $153,958
- Recreation updates including new 'Little Athletes' and Art programs
Housing Committee Meeting
The Housing Committee will approve its agenda and adopt minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting. New members Councillor Beech and Eileen Boyd will be introduced. The committee will review secondary dwelling plans, including three completed drawings from McDiarmid and pending drawings from Hausen, and discuss possible reallocation of unused budget. A housing needs report, the Official Community Plan, and provincial updates on BC housing targets exceeding 16,000 homes will also be presented.
- Introduction of new housing committee members – Councillor Beech and Eileen Boyd
- Review of secondary dwelling plans – McDiarmid completed three as‑built drawings; Hausen drawings pending; unused budget may be reallocated
- Presentation of housing needs report and Official Community Plan (Memo – Strategy 6)
- Provincial updates – BC targets more than 16,000 homes and adds new priority communities
- Approval of agenda and adoption of minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The council will give the first, second and third reading to District of Sicamous Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1111 (Not for Profit). It will approve Development Variance Permit 25‑DVP‑011 for the property at 1720 Solsqua Sicamous Road. Council will support grant applications for Finlayson Park upgrades and a Liquid Waste Management Plan through the 2025 UBCM Strategic Priority Fund. A resolution will appoint Lorenzo DeArcangelis as fire chief for the District of Sicamous Fire Department.
- Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1111 (Not for Profit) – first, second and third reading
- Development Variance Permit No. 25‑DVP‑011 for 1720 Solsqua Sicamous Road
- Grant application for Finlayson Park upgrades (2025 UBCM Strategic Priority Fund, Capital Infrastructure Stream)
- Grant application for a Liquid Waste Management Plan (2025 UBCM Strategic Priority Fund, Capacity Building Stream)
- Appointment of Lorenzo DeArcangelis as fire chief
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous council will consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1110, 2025 and provide it with a first and second reading. Council will also vote on a three‑year extension of Temporary Use Permit No. 22‑202‑TUP and amendment 23‑337‑TUP for the property at 517 Main Street. Standard items include approval of the agenda, adoption of the July 23 minutes, and authorization to apply for a Head Lease Agreement on Crown land in the Sicamous Narrows.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1110, 2025 – first and second reading
- Temporary Use Permit Extension No. 22‑202‑TUP and amendment 23‑337‑TUP for 517 Main Street (three‑year extension)
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Adoption of the July 23, 2025 council minutes
- Authorization to submit a Head Lease Agreement application for unsurveyed Crown land in the Sicamous Narrows
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review survey results for the Finlayson Park playground replacement and consider a grant application for park upgrades. The body will also discuss the composition of the housing committee and special event road closure survey results.
- Strategic Priority Fund grant application for Finlayson Park upgrades
- Finlayson Park playground replacement survey results and RFP criteria
- Appointment of a Councillor to the housing committee
- Special Event Road Closure survey results
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee will discuss a zoning amendment for mobile vending units and review several development permit applications. The meeting includes requests for variances and amendments for properties on Seed Frontage Road, Kappel Street, and Dogwood Avenue.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1110, 2025 regarding Mobile Vending Units
- Development Permit 25-DP-005 and Variance 25-DVP-008 for 1002 Seed Frontage Road
- Development Permit 25-DP-004 and Variance 25-DVP-010 for 717 Kappel Street
- Development Variance Permit 25-DVP-009 for 438 Dogwood Avenue
- Proposed 18 parallel street parking spaces and setback reductions at 1002 Seed Frontage Road
Regular Council Meeting
The council approved three development variance permits for properties at 810 Hemlock Crescent South, 819 Hemlock Crescent South, and 712 Conn Street. It authorized the mayor and corporate officer to execute a lease agreement for the Sek’emas (Sicamous) Health Centre at 200 Main Street with the Eagle Valley Community Support Society starting August 1, 2025. Council directed staff to issue an RFP to rebuild ball field #4 at Finlayson Park, to include a Finlayson Park Master Plan in the 2026 budget, and to remove an outdoor ice rink from the 2025 capital plan.
- Development Variance Permit 25-DVP-005 for 810 Hemlock Crescent South
- Development Variance Permit 25-DVP-006 for 819 Hemlock Crescent South
- Development Variance Permit 25-DVP-007 for 712 Conn Street
- Sek’emas Health Centre Lease Agreement with Eagle Valley Community Support Society (200 Main Street)
- Finlayson Park ball field rebuild RFP, master plan inclusion, and removal of outdoor ice rink
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will receive updates from the Sicamous RCMP, the HomeZero Collective, and the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail project. The agenda includes a request for a letter of support from the HomeZero Collective and a report on the Sicamous Fire Rescue.
- Sicamous RCMP quarterly update
- HomeZero Collective request for letter of support
- Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail discussion
- Sicamous Fire Rescue update
- Development Services quarterly report
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
At the July 16, 2025 meeting the Planning & Development Committee will consider several new applications, including a temporary use permit amendment for 517 Main Street, site plans for two properties on Hemlock Crescent South, a building location certificate for 712 Conn Street, and verbal updates on a development at 1383 Silver Sands Road and the Official Community Plan. The committee will also hold a public input period before adjourning.
- Amendment to Temporary Use Permit 22-202-TUP for 517 Main Street (RV campground)
- Site plan review for 810 Hemlock Crescent South (Development Application 25-DVP-005)
- Site plan review for 819 Hemlock Crescent South (Development Application 25-DVP-006)
- Building Location Certificate for 712 Conn Street (Development Application 25-DVP-007)
- Verbal updates on 1383 Silver Sands Road and the Official Community Plan
Regular Council Meeting
The council will vote on a Development Variance Permit (25‑DVP‑004) for properties at 102 Martin Street and 902 Riverside Avenue. It will also authorize the purchase and installation of a turnout gear washer for the fire department, with a budget not to exceed $21,000 from the fire equipment reserve. Additionally, the council will cancel the scheduled summer council meeting on August 13, 2025. All other agenda items are procedural or informational.
- Approve Development Variance Permit 25‑DVP‑004 for 102 Martin St & 902 Riverside Ave
- Authorize purchase of fire department turnout gear washer, up to $21,000
- Cancel the August 13, 2025 summer council meeting
- Provide 2025 property tax collection update (informational)
- Hold District of Sicamous Development Corporation AGM
Regular Council Meeting
The council approved the 2024 Annual Municipal Report and adopted Asset Management Policy No. F-15. It authorized the mayor to enter a revised Shareholder Agreement with the District of Sicamous Development Corporation. A contract worth $928,886 (plus GST) was awarded to General Assembly for the Riverside Avenue watermain upsizing and road improvements. Information on a Provincial Quarry Permit for Lot 1 at 200 Old Town Road was also received.
- Adopt Asset Management Policy No. F-15
- Authorize revised Shareholder Agreement with District of Sicamous Development Corporation
- Award Riverside Avenue watermain upgrade contract to General Assembly for $928,886 plus GST
- Receive information on Provincial Quarry Permit for Lot 1, 200 Old Town Road
- Approve 2024 Annual Municipal Report
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will approve the meeting agenda and adopt the minutes from the June 11 meeting. It will receive a mid‑year economic development update from the District of Sicamous Development Corporation, a health‑centre progress report, and an update on the R.W. Bruhn Bridge replacement project, including traffic and pedestrian impacts. The meeting will conclude with a public input period.
- Approval of the June 25 agenda (Resolution #25‑27)
- Adoption of minutes from the June 11 meeting (Resolution #25‑28)
- District of Sicamous Development Corporation Economic Development Mid‑Year Update
- R.W. Bruhn Bridge replacement project update – piles driven, traffic impacts, pedestrian access on Finlayson Street closed 7 am‑7 pm
- Sicamous Community Health Centre update – upcoming tour and completion status
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous Council will adopt two bylaws regarding business licenses and will authorize an agreement with the Province of British Columbia for a community transportation plan. The meeting also includes the adoption of financial statements and the re-appointment of directors for the Sicamous Development Corporation.
- Adoption of Inter-Community Business License Amendment Bylaw No. 1097, 2025
- Adoption of Ticketing Information Utilization Amendment Bylaw No. 1108, 2025
- Authorization to enter into agreement with Province for Highway 1 & 97A Sicamous Community Transportation Plan
- Re-appointment of directors to the District of Sicamous Development Corporation
- Approval of Statement of Financial Information for December 31, 2024
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole met to receive updates from Interior Health Services and to hear a status report on the R.W. Bruhn Bridge Replacement Project. Department updates were presented on the Sicamous Community Health Centre, recreation programs, and tourism initiatives. The meeting also included a review of the council's strategic priorities for 2022‑2026 and a brief public input period. No formal decisions or approvals were taken beyond routine agenda and minutes adoption.
- Interior Health Services presentation by Chris Simms and senior staff
- R.W. Bruhn Bridge Replacement Project status update
- Sicamous Community Health Centre update by Karen Eastland
- Recreation program update by Jamie Sherlock
- Tourism and economic development update by Carly Procyshyn
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous council will adopt several bylaws, including the Officer Establishment & Delegation Bylaw No. 1083 and the Public Wharf Regulation Bylaw No. 1066. It will also conduct first, second and third readings of the Inter‑Community Business License Amendment Bylaw No. 1097 and the Ticketing Information Utilization Amendment Bylaw No. 1108. Staff reports include authorizing a Main Street closure for the Canada Day Block Party, approving the purchase of a 2025 Ford F‑150 pickup for up to $60,400 plus GST, and issuing a development permit for 102 Martin Street and 902 Riverside Avenue.
- Adoption of Public Wharf Regulation Bylaw No. 1066, 2025
- Adoption of Officer Establishment & Delegation Bylaw No. 1083, 2025
- First, second and third reading of Inter‑Community Business License Amendment Bylaw No. 1097, 2025
- First, second and third reading of Ticketing Information Utilization Amendment Bylaw No. 1108, 2025
- Purchase authorization for a 2025 Ford F‑150 pickup up to $60,400 plus GST
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee will discuss a draft communications and engagement plan for the Official Community Plan (OCP) update to meet provincial legislative requirements. The meeting also includes delegations regarding dog park signage and the consideration of a small dog park.
- Official Community Plan Review presentation by Urban Systems
- Proposal for visual behavior guide installation at Sicamous Dog Park
- Consideration of a proposed Small Dog Park map
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee will approve the meeting agenda and adopt the minutes from the April 16 meeting. A verbal update on the Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 918, 2016) will be provided. The committee will open a public input period before adjourning the session.
- Approval of agenda
- Adoption of April 16 minutes
- Verbal update on Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 918, 2016)
- Public input period
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous council will adopt several bylaws and policies at the May 14 meeting, including the Public Wharf Regulation Bylaw No. 1066, 2025, the Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1106, 2025, and the Sek’emas Health Centre Rental Policy No. A‑36. The council also authorizes lease agreements for four tenants at the Sek’emas Health Centre and approves the closure of Main Street for special events on June 29 and July 27, 2025.
- Public Wharf Regulation Bylaw No. 1066, 2025 – first, second & third reading
- Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1106, 2025 – adoption
- Sek’emas (Sicamous) Health Centre Rental Policy No. A‑36 – adoption
- Main Street closure from Paradise Avenue to Riverside Avenue for special events on June 29 and July 27, 2025
- Lease agreements at Sek’emas Health Centre: Shuswap Acupuncture ($1,775/mo), Shuswap Hearing Clinic ($300/mo), Stephanie Rompre‑Brodeur ($250/mo), Megan Sapinski ($250/mo)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
At the May 14, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting, council members discussed several items. The agenda included a staff report on BC Timber Sales Referrals. Staff also presented an update on the community transportation plan being developed with the Ministry of Transport and Transit, noting a target completion of April 2026. A petition on community policing was noted, and mayor and councillor reports on strategic priorities were shared.
- BC Timber Sales Referrals – staff report
- Transportation Plan – partnership with Ministry of Transport and Transit (completion target April 2026)
- Community Policing Petition – received April 9, 2025
- Mayor & Councillor Reports/Strategic Priorities Updates (2022‑2026 term)
- Public Input Period – 15 minutes
Special Council Meeting
Council is meeting to adopt the District of Sicamous Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1107, 2025. The proposed rates include a 4.17% municipal tax increase as outlined in the 2025–2029 Financial Plan Bylaw.
- Adoption of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1107, 2025
- Proposed 4.17% increase in municipal tax revenue
- Average single family home municipal services increase of 4.14%
- Non-market growth (new construction) accounting for $71,799 of 2025 taxation
- Tax rates for General Municipal, Hospital, Regional District, Library, and Local Area Services (Bylaws 775 and 871)
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will review the 2024 consolidated financial statements and discuss the adoption of a new financial plan and tax rates bylaw. The meeting includes a proposal to award a road paving contract and an amendment to fees and charges.
- Contract with Terus Construction for annual road pulverizing and paving not to exceed $300,000 plus GST
- First, second and third reading of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1107, 2025
- Adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw (2025-2029) No. 1105, 2025
- First, second and third reading of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1106, 2025
- Approval of 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements and appointment of BDO Canada LLP as 2025 auditors
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a draft Tourism Economic Impact Study and Five-Year Strategic Plan aimed at increasing year-round tourism. The meeting also includes quarterly department updates and a discussion on a community policing petition.
- DOSDC Tourism Economic Impact Study & Five-Year Strategic Plan (partially funded by $15,000 ETSI-BC grant)
- Red Barn Arts Centre Centennial Mural Project Grant Application
- Community Policing Petition (dated 2025-04-09)
- Transportation Plan update regarding District of Sicamous & Ministry of Transport and Transit Partnership
- Quarterly updates for Building, Bylaw, and Planning departments (January to March 2025)
Housing Committee Meeting
The Housing Committee will discuss the creation of a pre-reviewed plan library for secondary dwellings and the award of a request for proposal for the Official Community Plan review. The body will also discuss new local government tools.
- Secondary Dwelling Plans - Pre-Reviewed Plan Library (including Hausen and McDiarmid drawings)
- Award of Request for Proposal #20-161 - Official Community Plan Review
- Discussion of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 918, 2016
- Discussion of new local government tools
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee will first approve its agenda and adopt the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. It will then consider three new‑business items: the 25‑TUP‑001 application for 213 and 217 Main Street, the award of Request for Proposal #20‑161 for an Official Community Plan review, and a verbal update on 1383 Silver Sands Road. The meeting will conclude with a public input period and adjournment.
- Review application 25‑TUP‑001 (213 and 217 Main Street) – drawings and location map
- Award Request for Proposal #20‑161 for Official Community Plan review (OCB Bylaw No. 918, 2016)
- Verbal update on 1383 Silver Sands Road
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee will receive department updates on the 2025 FireSmart plan and recreation programming. The meeting includes delegations regarding community policing and the Sicamous Community Banner Project.
- Community Policing delegation from Anita Lacquement
- Sicamous Community Banner Project delegation from Tammy Brown
- FireSmart 2025 plan and year-in-review update
- Recreation and Events presentation
- Discussion on Mayor and Councillor strategic priorities
Regular Council Meeting
The council will give first, second, and third readings to District of Sicamous Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1105 for 2025‑2029. It will also consider authorizing the mayor and corporate officer to sign an agreement with the Sicamous Eagles Junior Hockey Club to manage the modular accommodation facility at 1117A Eagle Pass Way starting July 1 2025. Additional items include a proposed disapproval of a development variance permit for 130 & 1383 Silver Sands Rd, issuance of a watercourse development permit for 70 Montcalm Crescent, and opting out of commenting on a lounge area endorsement for After Dark Distillery Ltd. at 1201 Shuswap Avenue.
- District of Sicamous Financial Plan (2025‑2029) Bylaw No. 1105 – first, second, third reading
- Agreement for management of modular accommodation facility with Sicamous Eagles Junior Hockey Club at 1117A Eagle Pass Way, effective July 1 2025
- Development Variance Permit 25‑DVP‑003 – council to consider disapproval for 130 & 1383 Silver Sands Rd
- Development Permit 25‑DP‑002 – watercourse development permit for 70 Montcalm Crescent
- Lounge Area Endorsement – council opts out of commenting on After Dark Distillery Ltd. at 1201 Shuswap Avenue
Regular Council Meeting
The Sicamous council will consider awarding a contract to Urban Systems for an Official Community Plan review, with a budget cap of $90,000 plus GST. The meeting also includes a recommendation to sign a 30-year lease with the Province for a boathouse facility.
- Award of OCP review contract to Urban Systems (max $90,000)
- Authorize signing 30-year lease for RCMSAR Boathouse Facility
- Approval of March 26, 2025 council meeting agenda
- Adoption of March 12, 2025 council meeting minutes
- In-camera session for confidential information
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will approve its agenda and adopt the minutes from the March 12 meeting. Delegations include an update from MLA David Williams on Bill 7 and a presentation by the Okanagan Regional Library. The council will discuss mayor and councillor strategic‑priority updates and then vote on a motion to move the meeting in‑camera under section 90(1)(j) of the Community Charter.
- Approval of the March 26 agenda as circulated
- Adoption of minutes from the March 12 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Delegations: MLA David Williams letter on Bill 7; Okanagan Regional Library initiatives presentation
- Mayor & Councillor reports on strategic priorities for 2022‑2026 term
- Motion to move the meeting in‑camera under Community Charter section 90(1)(j)
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee will consider the new business item 25‑DVP‑003, an application with drawings for 130 and 1383 Silver Sands Road, referencing OCP 918, 2016 and Zoning Bylaw 1100, 2024. The meeting will also include routine approvals of the agenda and minutes, a public input period, and adjournment.
- Approval of agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting
- Review of application 25‑DVP‑003 (130, 1383 Silver Sands Road) with associated drawings
- Public input period
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The Sicamous Council will give first reading to Bylaw No. 1084, 2025 amending the Officer Establishment and Delegation Bylaw. Staff reports include a ball field maintenance update and two development variance permits: one for 102 Martin Street and 902 Riverside Avenue, and another for 310 White Pine Crescent. The council will also consider a request to reduce the park fee cash‑in‑lieu option from five percent to two percent.
- First reading of Bylaw No. 1084, 2025 – Amendment to Officer Establishment and Delegation Bylaw
- Development Variance Permit No. 25-DVP-001 for 102 Martin Street & 902 Riverside Avenue
- Development Variance Permit No. 25-DVP-002 for 310 White Pine Crescent
- Request to reduce the park fee cash‑in‑lieu option from 5% to 2%
- 2025 Ball Field Maintenance Update (staff report)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to approve the agenda, adopt minutes, and discuss strategic priorities. The body will also receive updates from the Columbia Shuswap Regional District Budget office and local community groups.
- Approval of agenda for March 12, 2025
- Delegation from Columbia Shuswap Regional District Budget office
- Update from Communities in Bloom, Fungi Fest & Farmers' Market
- Strategic Priorities 2022-2026 Term updates
- Public input period scheduled for 15 minutes
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Sicamous Council will meet to discuss the first, second, and third readings of a municipal and regional district tax bylaw. The body will also consider a watercourse development permit for properties on Old Town Road.
- Municipal and Regional District Tax Bylaw No. 1104, 2025 (First, Second & Third Reading)
- Watercourse Development Permit No. 25-DP-001 for 50 and 100 Old Town Road
- Proposed letter of support for Okanagan Basin Water Board's Aquatic Invasive Species 2025 Prevention Calls to Action
- Donation request from Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society
- Letter of support request from BC Association of Farmers' Markets
Select Finance Committee Meeting
The Select Finance Committee will review several draft items, including a 3.82% tax increase, a revised five‑year capital plan, and a draft agreement to manage an accommodation facility for the Sicamous Eagles. It will also consider a detailed budget for the District of Sicamous Development Corporation and hear a presentation on invasive‑species programming. The meeting includes a public input period and an in‑camera session for employee‑relations matters.
- Draft Tax Increase – 3.82% proposed for 2025
- Revised 5‑Year Capital Plan (General)
- Draft Agreement for Management of Accommodation Facility – Sicamous Eagles
- Detailed budget presentation for District of Sicamous Development Corporation
- FoodCycler Municipal Food Waste Pilot Project results presentation
Special Council Meeting
The special council will formally adopt its agenda and then consider a SILGA resolution. The resolution asks the province to commit additional resources to reduce timelines for permits, applications and leases affecting water, streams, wetlands and riparian areas. If adopted, the council will submit the resolution to the Southern Interior Local Government Association.
- Call to Order
- Approval of Agenda
- Consider SILGA resolution requesting provincial resources for water, streams, wetlands and riparian area oversight
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The council adopted three bylaws: the Phased Development Agreement Bylaw No. 1087 (2024), the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1102 (2025), and the Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1103 (2025). It also authorized a road closure and sale agreement for 530 and 534 Main Street with 1286885 B.C. Ltd. Additionally, the council approved a temporary licensed‑area extension for a special event at 420 Main Street.
- Adoption of District of Sicamous Phased Development Agreement Bylaw No. 1087, 2024
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1102, 2025
- Adoption of Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1103, 2025
- Authorization of Road Closure and Sale Agreement for 530 and 534 Main Street with 1286885 B.C. Ltd.
- Temporary extension of licensed area application for a special event at 420 Main Street
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a status update on the R.W. Bruhn Bridge project and a proposed bylaw to regulate wildlife attractants. The meeting also includes financial updates from the District of Sicamous Development Corporation and reports on the Sek'emaws Health Centre.
- R.W. Bruhn Bridge Project: 1.9 km of 4-laning and new bridge construction with specific daytime and nighttime traffic closures
- Proposed Wildlife Attractant Bylaw No. 1080: Regulations on garbage, birdfeeders, and fruit removal with fines up to $2,000
- District of Sicamous Development Corporation 2025 Finance Update
- Sek'emaws (Sicamous) Health Centre Progress Report (01-29-2025)
- SILGA Resolutions regarding road rescue compensation, riparian areas, and municipal infrastructure
Regular Council Meeting
The council will discuss a phased development agreement for 222 Temple Street and the adoption of zoning and official community plan amendments for 675 Old Town Road. The meeting also includes a third-quarter update from the Sicamous RCMP Detachment.
- Phased Development Agreement Bylaw No. 1087, 2024 (222 Temple Street)
- Adoption of Official Community Plan Amendment No. 1088 and Zoning Amendment No. 1089 (675 Old Town Road)
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1102, 2025
- Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1103, 2025
- Sicamous RCMP Detachment Third Quarter Update
Select Finance Committee Meeting
The committee is discussing changes to general taxation, including business licence fees and fire budget adjustments. The meeting will also cover operating budgets for water and sewer, a 5-year capital plan, and a business case for aquatic therapy pools.
- Proposed water revenue increase of 5%
- Proposed sewer revenue increases of 10% or 20%
- Review of Business Licence Fee increases
- 5-Year Capital Plan for general projects, water, and sewer
- Business case for Aquatic Therapy Pools
Planning & Development Committee Meeting
The Planning & Development Committee will receive a report on Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 1093, which proposes changing the zoning of 310 White Pine Crescent from Multi‑Unit Residential (MUR‑1) to General Residential (R‑1). The committee will also consider a temporary commercial and industrial use permit procedure amendment (Bylaw No. 1096) and a draft Floodplain Exemption Policy (No. D-11) that would delegate exemption authority to senior staff. Additional items include a verbal discussion of Zoning Bylaw No. 1094 and an informational RFP for an Official Community Plan Bylaw.
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 1093 – rezoning 310 White Pine Crescent from MUR‑1 to R‑1
- Bylaw Amendment No. 1096 – temporary commercial and industrial use permit procedure
- Draft Floodplain Exemption Policy No. D-11 – adoption and delegation of exemption authority
- Zoning Bylaw No. 1094 – verbal discussion of amendment
- RFP #1220-20-161 – Official Community Plan Bylaw (for information)
Special Council Meeting
The special council will approve its agenda, acknowledge Secwépemc territory, and then move the meeting in-camera under the Community Charter to discuss labour or other employee relations. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Call to Order
- Land Acknowledgement of Secwépemc territory
- Approval of Agenda
- Move In-Camera to discuss labour relations or other employee relations
- Adjournment