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The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/144346/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2029%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=32A876B8AA7B43AA89B5A7DA44FB5A96", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1533" }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "body": "Committee of the Whole Meeting", "headline": "Council to consider authorizing a commemorative crosswalk near the cenotaph", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will approve the meeting agenda and adopt minutes from the July 8 meeting. Council will recommend authorizing the Sicamous Legion Branch 99 to install a commemorative crosswalk adjacent to the cenotaph. Updates will be presented on Development Services, the district correspondence handling process, the 2026 property tax collection, and the summer bylaw enforcement schedule. A public input period will follow before adjournment.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/144059/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20Meeting%20-%2022%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=07152E147A704057AF499FA554F52AAC", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1487" }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to award $786,044 contract for Riverside Avenue watermain upgrade", "summary": "The council will consider several bylaws, a lease renewal, and a watermain upgrade contract. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.1127 for 1095 Shuswap Avenue will receive first, second, and third readings. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.1125 for 222 Mara Lake Lane will be adopted, and Wildlife Attractant Bylaw No.1080 will receive a first reading. The Riverside Avenue watermain upsizing and road improvements contract will be awarded to FNA Services Ltd for $786,044 plus GST, and a lease renewal for Digital Rez Software Corp at 217 Finlayson Street Unit 2B will be authorized.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/144061/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2022%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2DF9FE97C74F4F8AB1D0E7D821CEF381", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1467" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Special Council Meeting", "headline": "Council discusses draft updates to the Official Community Plan", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a draft refresh of the Official Community Plan (OCP). The update aims to align local planning with provincial housing legislation, including requirements for 20-year housing needs and small-scale multi-unit housing.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/143644/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2015%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=AAF973A0F2564CEE814445D95FFA0F87", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1527" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Planning & Development Committee Meeting", "headline": "Rezoning proposal for senior housing at 1095 Shuswap Avenue", "summary": "The Planning & Development Committee is reviewing a request to rezone 1095 Shuswap Avenue from multi-unit residential to a mobile home park. The project by Eagle Valley Senior Citizens Housing Society aims to create approximately 12 modular home spaces for seniors.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/143617/Planning%20_%20Development%20Committee%20Meeting%20-%2015%20J.pdf?handle=16845AA7D5EE4A85B4987470FCAF0315", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1502" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Committee of the Whole Meeting", "headline": "Committee to discuss wildlife attractant bylaw and tourism updates", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will review the minutes from the previous meeting and receive updates on the Sicamous Community Health Centre and the Explore Sicamous tourism initiative. The primary decision point is directing staff to prepare a new Wildlife Attractant Bylaw for formal readings.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/143387/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20Meeting%20-%2008%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=5857E626FBD04335AC6E428F9490F6E6", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1486" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to adopt revitalization tax exemption amendment", "summary": "Council will vote on adopting an amendment to the revitalization tax exemption bylaw to give developers more flexibility. They will also consider a development variance permit for a property on Maduik Avenue and decide whether to cancel the August 12 council meetings.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/143385/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2008%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=53692FBF74E64B36A99DEAECA1505D2E", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1466" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Special Council Meeting", "headline": "Sicamous council meets to approve agenda and discuss labour relations", "summary": "This is a procedural special council meeting where the agenda is to be approved and the council will move in-camera to discuss labour relations. No substantive public decisions are expected.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/143371/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2006%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2E8F4309ACE543BEA97F8675F8083EFE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1525" }, { "date": "2026-06-30", "body": "Special Council Meeting", "headline": "Council approves the District of Sicamous 2025 Annual Report and financial summary.", "summary": "The District of Sicamous council will formally review and approve its 2025 Annual Report, covering last year's finances, departmental performance, and strategic plan progress. A public hearing will allow residents to ask questions before the report is finalized. Council will also meet in closed session for confidential negotiations with provincial or federal governments.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/143146/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2030%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=9F33EC1E4BEF4D9383613794650480F7", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1524" }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "body": "Special Council Meeting", "headline": "Sicamous council to discuss internal reports in closed session", "summary": "This is a procedural special council meeting focused on approving the agenda and moving into an in-camera session to discuss municipal objectives and annual report preparations with staff.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/143006/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2026%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=F51518AA932640B5A514167606F2A47A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1521" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Committee of the Whole Meeting", "headline": "Draft Official Community Plan to be discussed, shaping housing and land use", "summary": "The Committee will discuss the Draft Official Community Plan, a refresh to align with new provincial housing legislation and guide growth. They will also review non-metered utility invoices affecting 78 flat-rate accounts totaling $171,350, receive the 2025 Annual Report, and hear a BC Wildfire Services season outlook. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and public input.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/142911/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20Meeting%20-%2024%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=2D6D110347534445A57CD9CC4FB9A02A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1485" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Sicamous Council to consider $344,000 funding for Health Centre", "summary": "Council will discuss a four-year funding commitment for the Sicamous Health Centre and a housing agreement for a multi-unit development. The meeting also includes a review of tax exemptions and a closed-session discussion on labor and litigation.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/142909/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2024%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=8E466A55C37F4EC3BD94799836FB684E", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1465" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council considers zoning change for 222 Mara Lake Lane and awards $62,624 landscaping contract", "summary": "Council will give first three readings to a zoning amendment for 222 Mara Lake Lane. They will also award a $62,624 landscape construction contract for the Sek'emaws Sicamous Health Centre to Swan Lake Landscaping Ltd. Several development variance permits and a development permit are up for approval. Council will go in-camera for personnel, labour, and litigation matters.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/142595/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2010%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=CADA2D915D7E408EA244479856B7BA36", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1464" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Committee of the Whole Meeting", "headline": "Council to discuss CSRD solid waste plan and landfill options", "summary": "The Committee will hear an update on the CSRD Solid Waste Management Plan, including waste diversion strategies, curbside collection, and the future of the Sicamous landfill. A delegation will request District support for the 2026 Canadian Backyard Nationals ultra-running event. Council will also review a recreation programming update and provide strategic priority reports.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/142597/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20Meeting%20-%2010%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=B58C04F64FFD4441998FB951FAE08D1B", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1484" }, { "date": "2026-05-27", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council considers zoning amendment for short-term rentals at 222 Temple Street", "summary": "Council will discuss a zoning amendment to allow short-term rentals for up to 15 units at 222 Temple Street. The meeting also includes an update on the Solid Waste Plan and the Sicamous Landfill.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/142261/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2027%20May%202026.pdf?handle=B4E90BF3474440CDB05D6AA471785C2D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1463" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Planning & Development Committee Meeting", "headline": "Committee to consider rezoning 222 Mara Lake Lane for 36-unit seasonal accommodation", "summary": "The Planning & Development Committee will discuss a rezoning application (26-Z-002) for 222 Mara Lake Lane to change zoning from MUR-1 Multi-Unit Residential to MUR-2 Seasonal Accommodation, allowing a 36-unit development with single-family and townhomes, including short-term rental possibilities. Two development variance permits (26-DVP-004 at 310 Hemlock Crescent South and 26-DVP-005 at 310 White Pine Crescent) are also on the agenda. The committee will review excerpts from the Good Neighbour Bylaw regarding shipping containers, and receive an update on current developments.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/142085/Planning%20_%20Development%20Committee%20Meeting%20-%2020%20M.pdf?handle=B01B3A9152F841BFAEFCC2E8CE76E5ED", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1500" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "Committee of the Whole Meeting", "headline": "Sicamous Committee of the Whole to receive RCMP and School Division reports", "summary": "The committee will receive quarterly reports from Development Services, including building, bylaw, and planning updates. The meeting includes delegations from the RCMP and School Division #83, as well as a discussion on strategic priorities for the 2022-2026 term.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/141897/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20Meeting%20-%2013%20May%202026.pdf?handle=85CE5C013AB04C268336CB674339E6DE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1482" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council adopts 2026 tax rates bylaw for District of Sicamous", "summary": "The council adopted District of Sicamous Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1121, 2026. It approved a contract for a compact track loader with Brandt Tractor Ltd. for $82,385 and a road‑paving program with Terus Construction costing up to $300,000 for paving and $120,000 for hot‑patching. Several development variance permits, a minor development permit, a watercourse development permit, and a bylaw enforcement officer appointment were also approved.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/141895/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2013%20May%202026.pdf?handle=41962816E75949478299FD9BB4D4EB00", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1462" }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to vote on 2026-2030 Financial Plan and new tax rates", "summary": "The Council will consider adopting a five-year financial plan and a new tax rates bylaw. The meeting includes a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 222 Temple Street and decisions on several fee and tax exemption bylaws.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/140486/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2022%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=EB43D285382445649E8E314E6E1FAD0F", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1461" }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "body": "Committee of the Whole Meeting", "headline": "Sicamous Committee of the Whole to discuss invasive species and unsightly premises", "summary": "The committee will review a communications plan for aquatic invasive species and discuss the Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1005, 2021 regarding unsightly premises. The meeting also includes a first-quarter update from the Fire Department and updates on strategic priorities.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/140488/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20Meeting%20-%2022%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=57C53EE0A5D84D0BA95B3A2C9D97F0B2", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1481" }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to vote on 2026-2030 financial plan and zoning bylaws", "summary": "The District of Sicamous Council will consider the 2026-2030 Financial Plan bylaw, which includes a 3% general tax increase and utility rate hikes, as well as a zoning amendment for 1209 Shuswap Avenue. The meeting will also include readings for several other bylaws.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/140235/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2008%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=56CA68E8418D48F38AE31A8ABCD0619D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1515" }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "body": "Planning & Development Committee Meeting", "headline": "Planning Committee to discuss Draft Official Community Plan", "summary": "The Planning & Development Committee will meet to discuss the Draft Official Community Plan. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from the February 18, 2026, meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/139632/Planning%20_%20Development%20Committee%20Meeting%20-%2001%20A.pdf?handle=7922184FB1464A81BFB80B2DB5E14FB3", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1514" }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "body": "Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council approves $947,068 waste‑water aggregate contract and key zoning changes", "summary": "Council will give first and second reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1118, 2026 for 222 Temple Street to permit short‑term rentals in up to 15 units. The council will approve three‑year renewals of temporary use permits for short‑term rentals at 1214 Martinson Avenue, 1410 Boutwell Avenue and 1321 Rauma Avenue, and amend the Rauma Avenue permit to allow year‑round use and remove a $500 security deposit. The council will also authorize a watercourse development permit for 21, 1383 Silver Sands Road, adopt Civic Address Change Compensation Policy No. D‑11, award a $947,068 + GST aggregate supply contract to Sicamous Concrete and Gravel, and award a $57,291‑per‑year janitorial services contract to Bee Clean Building Maintenance for a two‑year term.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/139464/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2025%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=FF62A3A7E82F45AC961F103BBD14C8D6", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1459" }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "body": "Committee of the Whole Meeting", "headline": "Committee to receive and discuss Draft Official Community Plan for revisions", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will receive the Draft Official Community Plan and provide direction for revisions before it is presented to Council. It will also review draft bylaws for the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan, tax rates, and fees and charges. Staff will present the Recreation Program Survey results, and delegations from the Okanagan Regional Library and the District of Sicamous Development Corporation will give updates.", "agenda_url": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/document/139462/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20Meeting%20-%2025%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=04C40D3C6C354C43B69C3463CA8E9AD8", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sicamous.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1479" } ] }