Squamish-Lillooet Regional District public meetings in 2021
55 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear a delegation from the Agricultural Land Commission regarding increased residential flexibility within the Agricultural Land Reserve. The presentation covers new regulations for additional residences and manufactured homes effective after December 31, 2021. The meeting also includes verbal updates from the CAO and the Chair.
- Presentation by Shannon Lambie (ALC) on Agricultural Land Reserve flexibility
- Discussion of new regulations for additional residences and manufactured homes
- CAO verbal update
- Chair's verbal update
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Board will vote on the 2022 Provisional Budget Bylaw and appoint BDO Canada LLP for financial audit services through 2025. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Vancouver Coastal Health's 2021/22 Capital Plan. Additionally, the Board will elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Adoption of 2022 Provisional Budget Bylaw No. 46-2021
- Appointment of BDO Canada LLP for audit services ($37,486 plus GST)
- Presentation on VCH 2021/22 Capital Plan
- Election of 2022 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board will consider first readings for development bylaws in Electoral Area D and various community funding requests. Discussions also include the Jack Webster Bridge project and updates to BC Hydro tax payment policies.
- First reading of Bylaws 1739-2021 and 1740-2021 for Tiger Bay Development Corporation
- $20,000 annual funding for Tourism Pemberton through 2026
- Adoption of Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 1729-2021
- $12,000 grant to Pemberton Off-Road Cycling Association
- $50,000 application for the Local Government Internship Program
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair and review several presentations regarding the Pemberton & District Initiative Fund. Members will also consider direction on 2022 funding requests, staff time allocations, and the upcoming meeting calendar.
- Election of 2022 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- Pemberton & District Initiative Fund 2022 intake funding requests
- Review of 2021 Tourism Pemberton PDIF financial summary
- Direction request for 2022 PVUS Committee meeting calendar
- Funding request from Spud Valley Nordic Association Junior Race Program
Electoral Area Directors Committee - 01 Dec 2021 CANCELLED
The scheduled meeting for the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Electoral Area Directors Committee on December 1, 2021, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Special Meeting of the Board
This special meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on moving into a closed session and deciding whether to consider late business items. The proposed closed session covers personnel, legal matters, and negotiations.
- Motion to enter a closed meeting regarding personnel, legal, and negotiation matters
- Decision on the consideration of late business items
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The SLRD Board is meeting to elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair and adopt a financial plan amendment. The agenda also includes updates to the Community Heritage Register and discussions on local transit and signage.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1734-2021 for Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corporation
- $3,212.58 grant to Pemberton Childcare Society for the Christmas Bazaar
- Adding Bralorne and Gold Bridge sites to the Community Heritage Register
- Requesting a $15,000 rollover for the Business Façade Improvement Program
- Funding approval for a new bus shelter at Britannia Beach
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will discuss next steps following the Pemberton Local Transit Feasibility Study final report. Members will also consider a funding request from the Pemberton Childcare Society for the Christmas Bazaar. Additionally, staff will provide updates on local television and radio services and accessibility funds.
- Direction request regarding Pemberton Local Transit Feasibility Study
- Funding request for Pemberton Christmas Bazaar
- Pemberton Television & Radio Service update
- Enabling Accessibility Fund information report
- October 2021 Community Fund Report
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing updates to the Community Heritage Register for properties in Electoral Area A. Members are also discussing new vessel signage requirements for several lakes and considering various community funding requests.
- Addition of Haylmore Heritage Site, Bralorne Pioneer Mines Ltd. Office, and others to the Heritage Register
- Direction request for new vessel regulation signs on Lajoie, Kwotlenemo, Levette, and Lucille Lakes
- $8,400 funding request from Electoral Area B Select Funds for SWIMS
- Up to $4,000 allocation for the 20th Anniversary Howe Sound Forum
- Request for additional maintenance funding for the Hurley Forest Service Road
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The committee is reviewing progress updates from the Community Connect Innovation HUB and the Bridge River Valley Community Association. It is also considering a request to extend the deadline for business façade improvement grants and add patios to eligible improvements.
- Request to roll over an estimated $15,000 in unused 2021 Business Façade Improvement Grant funds to 2022
- Proposed update of the Business Façade Improvement Program application deadline to April 30, 2022
- Proposal to include fixed or semi-permanent patios as eligible façade improvements
- Progress update from Kim North regarding the Community Connect Innovation HUB
- Information report on the Northern St’at’imc Intergovernmental Relations Working Group
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee will review the Metro 2050 Regional Growth Strategy update and receive a briefing on the Transport 2050 draft strategy. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding BC Hydro's PILT Policy No. 2.2.
- Metro 2050 - Update to the Regional Growth Strategy review
- Transport 2050 Phase 3 engagement briefing
- BC Hydro PILT Policy No. 2.2 information report
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board will consider zoning amendments and housing agreement revisions for the Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corporation. Members will also discuss building permit conditions and a $38,009 gas tax funding request for broadband connectivity in Bridge River Valley. Additionally, the agenda includes reviews of regional context statements for Lillooet, Pemberton, and Squamish.
- Zoning amendment and housing agreement revisions for Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corporation
- $38,009 Gas Tax funding request for Minto Communications broadband project
- Temporary Use Permit No. 69 for a sales building in Area D
- Net-Zero Community Accelerator Program Expression of Interest
- Revision to construction conditions and building permit restrictions for Britannia Oceanfront Development
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Special Meeting of the Board
The Board is considering Amendment Bylaw No. 1736-2021 to allow Directors to participate in meetings electronically and permit quorum without physical presence. The proposal also includes approving Electronic Meetings Board Policy No. 30-2021 and repealing outdated pandemic-era policies.
- Amendment Bylaw No. 1736-2021 to allow electronic participation and quorum without physical presence
- Approval of Electronic Meetings Board Policy No. 30-2021
- Repeal of Virtual Board Meetings Policy No. 19-2020 and Electronic Meetings Policy No. 1.12
- Clarification on using electronic polling for Chair and Vice-Chair elections
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The Committee will review Electoral Area Priorities and Strategic Plans and consider several community funding requests. The agenda includes decisions on temporary use permits and potential grants for local weather stations and lake aeration. It also covers updates regarding land use contracts and municipal service negotiations.
- Temporary Use Permit No. 69 for a sales building by Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corp
- Up to $38,009 in Gas Tax funding for Minto Communications Society broadband project
- $4,500 grant from Area D Select Funds for Squamish Art Council ArtWalk 2021
- $2,190 request for Marshall Valley Community Association weather station
- $1,430 request for Lajoie Lake Aeration Project
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board will vote on adopting several zoning bylaws related to affordable housing and noise regulations. The agenda also includes requests for temporary use permits for floatplane tours and a food service establishment. Additionally, the Board will consider grant applications for community resilience funding.
- Adoption of Affordable Housing Amendment Bylaws 1676-2020 and 1678-2020
- Adoption of Electoral Area A Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 1724-2021
- Renewal of Temporary Use Permit for Tyax Adventures floatplane tours
- Issuance of Temporary Use Permit for a food service establishment in Area D
- Support for UBCM Community Resilience grant applications up to $150,000
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is considering a resolution to continue excluding in-person public attendance while assessing safety protocols. The meeting includes a presentation regarding membership opportunities with the British Columbia Social Procurement Initiative. A closed session regarding labour and employee relations is also scheduled.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance due to COVID-19 protocols
- BC Social Procurement Initiative membership opportunity presentation
- CAO verbal update
- Closed meeting regarding labour and employee relations
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider amending its terms of reference to include the Village of Pemberton and SLRD Chief Administrative Officers as non-voting members. The meeting includes reviews of second quarter financials for PVUS services and recreation services. A decision is also requested regarding the continued exclusion of in-person public attendance due to COVID-19 protocols.
- Amendment to add CAOs as non-voting members to Committee Terms of Reference
- 2021 second quarter financials for PVUS services
- Second quarter recreation services report and financials
- Decision on continuing to exclude in-person public attendance
- August 2021 Pemberton and District Community Fund Report
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing requests for temporary use permits regarding floatplane tours in Area A and a food service establishment in Area D. Members are also considering several funding requests for community organizations and local projects. Due to health orders, the meeting will be held virtually without in-person public attendance.
- Renewal of Temporary Use Permit No. 62 for Tyax Adventures floatplane tours
- Issuance of Temporary Use Permit No. 68 for a food service establishment in Area D
- Allocation of $10,000 from Electoral Area B Select Funds to community groups
- $2,500 funding request for the Pemberton & District Chamber of Commerce golf tournament
- $2,625 funding request for fuel mitigation at Gun Lake Boat Launch Site
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Special Meeting of the Board
The Board is deciding whether to exclude in-person public attendance at this special meeting while assessing safety protocols for in-person meetings. The agenda also includes a request for a closed meeting regarding personnel matters and the consideration of late business.
- Exclusion of in-person public attendance due to COVID-19 safety assessments
- Request for a closed meeting regarding labour or employee relations
- Decision on whether to consider late business items
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is considering amendments to the SLRD COVID-19 Reopening Plan Policy. It will also review bylaws for a heritage revitalization agreement and a fire protection service loan. The agenda includes development variance permits and library funding requests.
- Amendments to COVID-19 Reopening Plan Policy No. 24-2020
- Bylaw 1729-2021: Electoral Area D Heritage Revitalization Agreement
- Bylaw 1716-2021: Howe Sound East Fire Protection Service Loan Authorization
- Development variance permit for property in Electoral Area C
- $35,000 grant to Squamish Library for 2021 and 2022 operating costs
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is considering several funding requests for the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund, including updated allocations for the Pemberton Canoe Association. Members will also review first readings for noise regulation and land use bylaws in Electoral Areas A and D. Additionally, development variance permits for Gun Lake and Britannia Beach are up for consideration.
- $5,500 annual funding for Pemberton Canoe Association from 2021 to 2023
- First reading of Electoral Area D Official Community Plan amendment (Bylaw 1717-2021)
- First reading of Electoral Area A Noise Regulation Bylaw (Bylaw 1724-2021)
- Development variance permit for height increase at Gun Lake
- Development variance permit for playground setback in Britannia Beach
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The Electoral Area Directors Committee is reviewing proposed bylaw amendments for Howe Sound East and Electoral Area D, as well as a new noise regulation for Electoral Area A. The meeting also includes requests for community funding and wildfire mitigation support.
- First reading of Electoral Area D Development Permit Area amendments (Bylaw 1717-2021)
- First reading of Electoral Area A Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 1724-2021
- Height variance from 4 m to 4.6 m for Gun Lake property (Application #164)
- Setback variance from 4.5 m to 2 m for Britannia Beach playground (Application #165)
- $4,000 donation to the Red Cross BC Wildfire Appeal Fund
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The NEDI Committee is considering a resolution to continue meeting virtually and excluding in-person public attendance due to COVID-19 protocols. The agenda also includes an update on Northern St’át’imc relations training and engagement. Additionally, the committee will hear from the Bridge River Valley Community Association.
- Resolution regarding in-person public attendance exclusion
- Update on Northern St’át’imc Relations - Training and Engagement
- Delegation from Bridge River Valley Community Association
- Correspondence regarding outdoor recreation trails and Downtown FSR closure
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider amendments to the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund policy and reassess approved funding for the Pemberton Canoe Association. The agenda also includes discussions on economic development plans and a request regarding an outdoor classroom. Due to health orders, the meeting will be held virtually without in-person public attendance.
- Reassessment of approved funding for Pemberton Canoe Association (2021–2023)
- Amendment to Policy No. 16-2020 regarding the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund
- Formal dissolution of the Pemberton TV Society
- Review of Pemberton and District Initiative Fund eligibility and reporting
- Information report on Recreation Services 1st Quarter Financials
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Emergency Special Meeting of the Board
The Board is reviewing a request to exclude in-person public attendance at the July 7, 2021, special meeting while assessing COVID-19 safety safeguards. To maintain transparency, the proposal includes providing livestreaming and archived videos on the SLRD website. The Chair will also report on resolutions regarding the provincial state of emergency and backcountry access closures.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance at the July 7 meeting
- Proposal for meeting livestreaming and archived video access
- Chair's report on Provincial State of Emergency resolution
- Chair's report on Backcountry Access Closure resolution
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a development application for South Britannia involving zoning and Official Community Plan amendments. The discussion includes requirements for amenity contributions, hazard assessments, and infrastructure plans. The committee will also address continued virtual meeting protocols due to COVID-19.
- Zoning and OCP amendment application for Tiger Bay Development Corporation in South Britannia
- Request for support regarding the Capricorn Creek Landslide Area
- Update on Spel̓kúmtn Community Forest harvest block in Owl Ridge
- Resolution to continue excluding in-person public attendance due to COVID-19
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board is reviewing several zoning amendment bylaws for Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D. The agenda also includes updates to transfer station fees and a presentation regarding the Cheakamus Water Use Plan.
- Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaws 1712-2021 through 1715-2021
- Adoption of Devine Transfer Station Fees and Charges Regulation Bylaw No. 1719-2021
- Allocation of up to $4,500 for Anderson Lake dock improvements
- Grant of up to $5,500 to the Anderson Lake Historical Society for park upgrades
- BC Hydro presentation on Cheakamus Water Use Plan Order Review
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider a preferred location for an outdoor basketball court in the Village of Pemberton. The agenda also includes reviews of first-quarter financials and the May 2021 Community Fund Report. A closed session is scheduled to discuss land acquisition and municipal service negotiations.
- Preferred location recommendation for outdoor basketball court
- First Quarter Financials report
- May 2021 Pemberton and District Community Fund Report
- Closed meeting regarding land acquisition and service negotiations
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee will review a recommendation to reject a development variance permit for farm residences in Electoral Area C. The agenda also includes several community funding requests and proposed amendments to transfer station fees. Additionally, members will consider waiving landfill tipping fees for illegal dumping cleanup.
- Recommendation to reject a development variance permit for Pemberton Meadows
- Proposed amendment to Devine Transfer Station Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1597-2018
- $10,000 funding request for the Lajoie Lake Aeration Project contractor fees
- Up to $7,500 recommended for Anderson Lake dock improvements
- Proposal to waive up to $1,000 in Lillooet landfill tipping fees
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will decide on continuing virtual meeting protocols under provincial health orders. The agenda also includes presentations regarding tourism mentorship programs and a funding request for a destination education initiative.
- Launch of Tourism Innovation Lab & "Spark" Mentorship and Grants Program
- Destination Education Initiative staff resource and funding request
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance due to health orders
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board will review its 2020 audited financial statements and a proposed letter to the Minister of Health regarding revisions to the Hospital District Act. The meeting also includes a discussion on changing the name of the Squamish hospital to the "Sea to Sky Regional Hospital".
- Discussion on renaming the Squamish hospital to 'Sea to Sky Regional Hospital'
- Review of 2020 Audited Financial Statements
- Proposed letter to Minister of Health Adrian Dix regarding revisions to the Hospital District Act
- Information regarding a new Acute-Care Patient Tower at Lions Gate Hospital
- Resolution to continue virtual meetings and exclude in-person public attendance due to health orders
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is considering several funding allocations for water and wastewater infrastructure in Electoral Area D. The agenda also includes presentations on geothermal research and a year-end report from the Sea to Sky RCMP. Additionally, the meeting covers recommendations regarding economic development and waste management strategies.
- Up to $100,000 for Pinecrest Wastewater System radio alarms
- Up to $195,000 for Britannia Beach Water System UV reactors and software
- Up to $20,000 for Britannia Beach Wastewater System computer software
- Up to $20,000 for Furry Creek Water System pump house roof replacement
- $2,500 grant for Seton Portage Shalalth District Chamber of Commerce business plan
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The committee is considering a resolution to exclude in-person public attendance at meetings due to provincial health orders while maintaining transparency through livestreams. The agenda also includes project updates from Volunteer Connect and a report on the District of Lillooet’s Municipal Objectives Project.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance due to COVID-19 orders
- Update on key initiatives from Kim North of Volunteer Connect
- Municipal Objectives Project Report for the District of Lillooet
- Information report on NEDI Committee Terms of Reference
- Prioritization of the NEDI Committee Working Document
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider the adoption of Bylaw No. 1701-2021 regarding recreation service fees and charges. The agenda also includes updates on recreation services and the April 2021 Community Fund Report. A resolution is presented to continue virtual meetings due to public health orders.
- Adoption of Recreation Service Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1701-2021
- April 2021 Pemberton and District Community Fund Report
- Recreation Services Manager 1st Quarter Update
- Resolution to exclude in-person attendance due to public health orders
- Closed meeting request regarding land acquisition and negotiations
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is considering several infrastructure proposals for Area D, including wastewater and water system upgrades. Members are also reviewing various funding requests from local organizations for projects such as sports equipment and trail extensions. The meeting also addresses continued virtual attendance protocols due to COVID-19.
- Proposed $195,000 for Britannia Beach Water System UV reactors and software
- Proposed $100,000 for Pinecrest Wastewater System radio alarms
- Request for up to $3,700 for Lillooet youth sports equipment
- Request for up to $4,800 for a Bralorne Baseball Diamond Cookshack assessment
- Proposed $5,000 grant to Britannia Mine Museum for safety stripping
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will meet virtually via Zoom. A resolution is proposed to exclude in-person attendance while maintaining transparency through livestreams and archived videos. The meeting also includes a delegation regarding Salmon Safe and EV charging.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance due to health orders
- Delegation from Fraser Basin Council regarding Salmon Safe and EV Charging
- Request for a closed meeting regarding municipal service negotiations
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board is meeting to adopt several zoning amendment bylaws and review the 2020 audited financial statements. The agenda also includes considering various funding requests for local recreation and road maintenance. Additionally, the board will review development variance permits and temporary use permits.
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaws 1692-2020, 1693-2020, and 1694-2020
- Approval of the 2020 Audited Financial Statements
- $3,477.71 funding for Nairn Falls parking lot snow clearing
- $19,000 request for Bralorne Recreation Area project coordinator wages
- Three-year Temporary Use Permit for Twin River Gravel Company Ltd concrete plant
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board is meeting virtually to comply with public health orders. The agenda includes approving 2020 audited financial statements and reviewing a funding request from Diamond Head Medical Clinic. The board will also address correspondence regarding the COVID-19 vaccine program for essential workers.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance due to health orders
- Funding and support request from Dr. James Cranston (Diamond Head Medical Clinic)
- Approval of 2020 Audited Financial Statements
- Correspondence regarding the COVID vaccine program for essential workers
- Information on capital cost responsibilities from Peace River Regional Hospital District
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will decide whether to continue holding meetings virtually due to COVID-19 health orders. The agenda includes staff reports on radio rebroadcasting and recreation projects in the Village of Pemberton. A funding request for Nairn Falls parking lot snow clearing is also scheduled for consideration.
- $3,477.71 funding request for Nairn Falls parking lot snow clearing
- Decision on continuing virtual meeting protocols due to COVID-19 orders
- Information report on Pemberton TV & Radio Rebroadcasting
- Information report on Blacktail Meadows in Electoral Area C
- Information report on Village of Pemberton shelf-ready recreation projects
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing development variance permit applications for properties in Britannia Beach and Pemberton Meadows. Members will also review electoral area strategic plans and receive reports on fund balances.
- Recommendation to approve setback variance for Britannia Beach from 5.6m to 5m
- Recommendation to reject setback variance for Pemberton Meadows from 7.5m to 4.2m
- Review of Electoral Area Priorities and Aspirational Strategic Plans
- Information report on Gas Tax Community Works Fund and BC Hydro PILT reserves
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is reviewing several budget approvals for regional services and infrastructure projects. Proposed items include funding for a playground in Britannia Beach and toilet facilities at Furry Creek South beach. Several zoning amendment bylaws are also up for consideration or adoption.
- $120,000 allocation for Phase 2 of the Britannia Beach playground
- Up to $40,000 for toilet facilities at Furry Creek South beach
- $21,000 grant for Lillooet & District Rescue Society property purchase
- Zoning amendment for 2510 Summit Rd regarding parcel size
- Approval of 2021-2025 budgets for regional services
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee Special Meeting
The committee is deciding whether to exclude in-person public attendance for the March 11, 2021 meeting due to health orders. The agenda also includes a review of the 2021 Final Draft Recreation Budget and 2021-2025 draft budgets. Additionally, staff will present the February 2021 Community Fund Report.
- Exclusion of in-person public attendance for the March 11, 2021 meeting
- Review of the 2021 Final Draft Recreation Budget for the Village of Pemberton
- Presentation of the February 2021 Pemberton and District Community Fund Report
- Discussion of 2021-2025 draft budgets
- Correspondence regarding Blacktail Meadows Crown Land application
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The committee is considering a resolution to exclude in-person public attendance at the March 11 meeting due to provincial health orders. Members will also review the committee's Terms of Reference and prioritize a working document.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance
- Review of Committee Terms of Reference
- Prioritization of NEDI Committee Working Document
- 2021 Local Government Internship Program correspondence
- District of Lillooet 2021-2022 Municipal Objectives correspondence
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will vote on maintaining virtual-only meeting protocols due to public health orders. Staff will also present information reports regarding the 2021 Recreation Services budget and 2021-2025 draft budgets.
- Resolution for excluding in-person attendance at the March 11 meeting
- 2021 Final Draft Recreation Services Budget report
- 2021-2025 Draft Budgets
- Pemberton TV & Radio Rebroadcasting information report
- Blacktail Meadows Crown Land support letter
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing several requests to register notices on titles due to construction without permits in Areas C and D. Members are also considering development variances and various funding requests for local infrastructure and community organizations.
- Notice on Title requests for unpermitted construction in Areas C and D
- Development variance for a concrete slab foundation in Upper Squamish Valley
- Funding request up to $120,000 for Britannia Beach playground Phase 2
- Funding request up to $40,000 for Furry Creek Beach toilet facilities
- $21,000 funding request for Lillooet & District Rescue Society
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider a resolution to exclude in-person public attendance at the February 25, 2021 meeting based on public health orders. The agenda also includes information reports regarding 2021-2025 budgets and 2021 assessments reviews. A closed meeting is scheduled for discussions regarding municipal service negotiations.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance
- 2021-2025 Budgets information report
- 2021 Assessments Non-Market Change Review
- Closed meeting regarding municipal service negotiations
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board met virtually to consider several local service budgets and development requests. Items included a feasibility study for organic waste diversion in Electoral Area A and various dock maintenance funds. The agenda also featured budget approvals for Pemberton-area services like Fire Rescue and the Library.
- $10,000 allocation request for an organic waste diversion feasibility study in Electoral Area A
- Development Variance Permit application for Sutton property to reduce setback from 7.5m to 5m
- Budget approvals for Pemberton Fire Rescue, Search and Rescue, and Library services
- Funding allocations for Britannia Beach and Anderson Lake dock maintenance
- Rescinding resolutions regarding $49,040 in disbursements to the Village of Pemberton
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Board will vote on adopting the 2021 Budget Bylaw No. 45-2021. Members will also decide to continue virtual meetings and exclude in-person attendance following public health orders. The agenda includes a review of clinical services and infrastructure assessments from Vancouver Coastal Health.
- Adoption of 2021 Budget Bylaw No. 45-2021
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance due to health orders
- Review of Vancouver Coastal Health clinical services and infrastructure assessment
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee is meeting virtually to discuss 2021 draft budgets and various community funding requests. Agenda items include a decision not to proceed with the Clover Road extension trail and rescinding resolutions related to $49,040 in fund disbursements. Several local organizations will also present budget and funding requests.
- Decision not to proceed with Clover Road extension trail
- Rescinding resolutions for $49,040 in Pemberton and District Initiative Fund disbursements
- Request for $1,152.12 for PSS Outdoor Classroom
- Review of 2021 Recreation Service Budget
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing a development variance permit for Sutton to reduce a property setback from 7.5 m to 5 m. It is also considering funding requests for a grant writer and fire emergency equipment. Staff will provide updates on organic waste diversion feasibility and the annual emergency program report.
- Development variance permit #157 (Sutton) to reduce setback from 7.5 m to 5 m
- $4,500 funding request for Bridge River Valley Community Association grant writer
- $2,250 funding request for Pavilion Lake fire emergency response equipment
- Feasibility study on organic waste diversion options for Electoral Area A residents
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a request to exclude in-person public attendance due to provincial health orders. To maintain transparency, the district proposes continuing livestreams and archived videos on its website. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2021-2025 Financial Plan.
- Resolution to exclude in-person public attendance
- Discussion of the 2021-2025 Financial Plan
- CAO verbal update
- Regional Moment for Resort Municipality of Whistler
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board is reviewing several committee recommendations and bylaws. This includes deciding on funding for community groups in Pemberton and considering zoning amendments for Electoral Area C. The meeting also addresses radio infrastructure for Anvil Island and a new security bylaw for the Pemberton Waste Transfer Station.
- Funding requests for the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund, including $27,500 annually for the Chamber of Commerce.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 1687-2020 regarding the Marmot Land Use Contract Discharge.
- Approval of a radio repeater installation on Anvil Island for the Britannia Beach Volunteer Fire Department.
- Introduction of Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1704-2021 for the Pemberton Waste Transfer Station.
- Second reading of Ponderosa Estates Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1695-2020.
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider funding requests and agreements for the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund. Discussions also include proposed fees for new Pemberton soccer fields and a decision regarding the Clover Road extension trail.
- Pemberton and District Initiative Fund 2021 funding requests
- Decision not to proceed with Clover Road extension trail
- Proposed fees and charges for new Pemberton soccer fields
- 2021-2025 draft Recreation Services Budget
- Pemberton Television and Radio Rebroadcasting feasibility study results
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee is meeting to elect its 2021 Chair and Vice-Chair. The committee will also review the 2021 meeting schedule and discuss a working document regarding economic development strategies. Additionally, members will address protocols for continuing virtual meetings due to public health orders.
- Election of 2021 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of the 2021 meeting calendar
- Discussion on 'Enabling Strategies and Actions' working document
- Resolution regarding virtual meeting protocols due to health orders
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee will consider a request for a radio repeater on Anvil Island and review 2021-2025 draft budgets. Members will also evaluate funding requests from the Marshall Valley Community Association and Bridge River Valley Community Association. The meeting is being held virtually due to public health orders.
- Radio repeater installation on Anvil Island
- $2,500 seed funding request for Marshall Valley Community Association
- $2,200 book publishing funding for Bridge River Valley Community Association
- Review of 2021-2025 draft budgets
- Service centre establishment for Lillooet Agriculture and Foods Society