Squamish-Lillooet Regional District public meetings in 2022
63 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The committee will hear a presentation from BC Hydro regarding capital project updates for the Bridge River system. The meeting also includes information on the early planning stages of the Pemberton Substation Rebuild Project.
- Bridge River Capital Projects Update presentation
- Pemberton Substation Rebuild Project announcement
- LaJoie Dam Improvement Project planning
- Seton Generator Replacement and hydraulic by-pass planning
- BC Hydro Access and Accommodation Study
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Board is meeting to elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023. They are also reviewing Bylaw No. 48-2022 to adopt the 2023 provisional budget, which maintains requisition levels from 2022. This budget does not yet include funding for a new CT scanner at Squamish General Hospital.
- Election of 2023 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- Adoption of 2023 Provisional Budget Bylaw No. 48-2022
- Approval of the 2023 Board meeting calendar
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board is considering several bylaws regarding regional parks and trails services in Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D. The agenda also includes funding requests for community groups via the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund. Additionally, the Board will review zoning amendments for housing in Electoral Area C.
- New regulatory and fee bylaws for Regional Parks and Trails Services (Electoral Areas A, B, C, D)
- $12,000 annual funding for Pemberton Off-Road Cycling Association (2023-2027)
- $5,500 annual funding for Pemberton BMX Society (2023-2027)
- $12,000 annual funding for Whistler Adaptive Sports Program Society (2023-2027)
- Adoption of Catiline Creek Debris Flow Mitigation Service bylaws and loan authorization
Special Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will elect its Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2023 term. It will also hear presentations from several community groups regarding the Pemberton & District Initiative Fund. Additionally, members will consider direction requests for new funding applications and a fee waiver request.
- Election of 2023 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- Funding presentations from PORCA, Pemberton BMX, Whistler Adaptive Sports, and Pemberton Youth Soccer Association
- Direction request for PDIF Annual Report and new funding applications
- Fee waiver request from the Rotary Club of Pemberton for the PDIF
- Approval of the 2023 PVUS Committee meeting calendar
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing proposed regulatory bylaws and fee changes for Regional Parks and Trails in Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D. The agenda also includes funding requests for a Lajoie Lake aeration project and the Lillooet Airport Motocross Association. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of the 2023 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Proposed regulatory bylaws and fees for Regional Parks and Trails in Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D
- $25,000 funding request from Lajoio Lake Residents Association for a lake aeration project
- $2,500 funding request from Lillooet Airport Motocross Association for fuel costs
- Election of the 2023 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1776-2022 for Electoral Area B
Area C Agricultural Advisory Committee
The committee will review ALC Application No. 65310, which requests permission to keep both an old and a new dwelling on a 9.3-hectare property in Milstein. Members will also discuss a special events permit for farm events and proposed agricultural zoning amendments via Bylaw 1742-2022.
- ALC Application No. 65310 regarding residential use at 9216 Pemberton Meadows Road
- Special Events Permit for Farm Events
- Amendment Bylaw 1742-2022 for Area C Agricultural Zoning
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board will elect its 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair. It will also vote on adopting several housing bylaws and a financial plan amendment. Additionally, the Board will consider allocating $12,000 in COVID-19 grant funds to regional food banks.
- Adoption of 2022-2026 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1792-2022
- Allocation of $12,000 from COVID-19 Restart Grant Funds to four regional food banks
- Funding up to $50,000 for a Britannia Beach Firehall training house
- Adoption of housing design guidelines for Electoral Areas B, C, and D
- $7,000 funding grant for Spud Valley Nordics Association
Area C Agricultural Advisory Committee - 15 Nov 2022 - DID NOT PROCEED
The scheduled meeting for the Area C Agricultural Advisory Committee on November 15, 2022, did not take place. The proposed agenda included reviews of an ALC application, farm event permits, and zoning amendments.
- ALC Application No. 65310 (9216 Pemberton Meadows Road)
- Special Events Permit for Farm Events
- Amendment Bylaw 1742-2022 for Area C Zoning Agricultural Amendments
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider one-time funding requests for the Pemberton & District Initiative Fund. Members will also discuss developing a new fee waiver process for this fund. Two community delegations are scheduled to present regarding grant applications.
- Direction request on Pemberton & District Initiative Fund one-time funding
- Development of a fee waiver process for the Pemberton & District Initiative Fund
- Delegation from Spud Valley Nordics Association regarding Track Attack race team
- Delegation from Pemberton Childcare Society regarding Christmas Bazaar
- 2022 3rd Quarter Financial Statements for Recreation Services
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The Electoral Area Directors Committee is reviewing several funding requests and development permits. This includes a recommendation for a new firefighting training house and various notices on titles regarding building bylaw violations.
- $50,000 request for Britannia Beach Firehall Training House
- Development Variance Permit No. 172 for setback changes in Area D
- Notices on title for construction contrary to bylaws in Areas A and C
- $5,710 request for Search & Rescue helmets in Electoral Area B
- $4,000 request for snow clearing at Nairn Falls parking lot
Area B Agricultural Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing proposed updates to the Area B Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan. This includes evaluating referral comments from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. Members will also discuss input regarding special event permits for the Agricultural Land Reserve.
- Area B Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1752-2022
- Area B OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1776-2022
- Special Event Permit for Events on ALR
SLRD Public Hearings - 27 Oct 2022 - Notice
The SLRD is holding public hearings regarding several bylaw amendments. In Electoral Area C, proposed changes address land use and establish a new debris flow hazard development permit area. For Electoral Areas B and C, the board is considering design guidelines and affordable housing definitions for multi-family developments.
- Zoning amendment for Lillooet Lake Estates and Heather Jean Properties
- New Debris Flow Hazard Development Permit Area in Electoral Area C
- Affordable housing definitions for multi-family developments in Electoral Area B
- Multi-family design guidelines for Electoral Area C
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is reviewing a $50,000 funding request to upgrade internet speeds in the Bridge River Valley. The meeting also includes discussions on Sea to Sky Trail development and property height variances.
- $50,000 funding for Minto Communications Society broadband project
- Height variance from 6 m to 8.5 m for Lillooet District Plan 22732
- Sea to Sky Trail route considerations between Gord’s Garden and Nairn Falls
- $7,821.17 funding request for Gun Lake Fire Protection Society communications upgrade
- Amendment to Temporary Use Permit Policy No. 4.7
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will review the October 2022 Pemberton and District Community Fund Report and the second quarter financials for PVUS services. Members will also receive updates from the SLRD and Village of Pemberton Chief Administrative Officers regarding recreation and operations.
- October 2022 Pemberton and District Community Fund Report
- 2022 Second Quarter (Q2) Financials – PVUS Services
- Village of Pemberton Chief Administrative Officer verbal update
- Recreation Third Quarter Report (Village of Pemberton)
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing several funding requests and development permits. This includes a proposal to grant $50,000 to Minto Communications Society for internet infrastructure upgrades. Other items involve community grants and a building height variance in Electoral Area C.
- $50,000 funding request for Bridge River Valley broadband project
- Development variance permit for increased building height in Electoral Area C
- $7,671.26 grant to Pavilion Lake Residents & Property Owners Association
- $10,000 funding request from LCTVRA for equipment and transmitters
- $1,000 grant for Furry Creek Community Association social event
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear an annual update regarding the Sea to Sky RCMP Strategic Plan. Minto Communications Society will also present a request for a letter of support for a project to install fibre-based infrastructure in the Upper Bridge River Valley.
- Sea to Sky RCMP Annual Strategic Plan presentation
- Minto Communications Society funding application for Upper Bridge River Valley fibre installation
- Request for a letter of support for Minto Communications Society
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is considering the adoption of several bylaws to establish regional parks and trails services across Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D. It is also moving to the third reading of a Furry Creek neighbourhood zoning amendment that requires a $400,500 community amenity contribution for fire protection expansion. Additionally, the Board will discuss heritage conservation funding and development variance permits.
- Third reading of Furry Creek Neighbourhood OCP and Zoning Amendment
- Adoption of Regional Parks and Regional Trails Service bylaws for Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D
- $400,500 community amenity contribution for Howe Sound East Fire Protection Service expansion
- Development Variance Permit application for Black Tusk, Electoral Area D
- Researching grant funding for a new SLRD Heritage Strategic Plan
Area C Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Area C Agricultural Advisory Committee will review Development Variance Permit Application #171, which requests to increase the maximum height of an accessory building from 6m to 8.5m. The meeting also includes the introduction of new Staff Liaison Brenda Kolenbrander.
- Development Variance Permit #171: request to increase accessory building height at 1718 Highway 99
- Introduction of new Staff Liaison, Brenda Kolenbrander
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will review the September 2022 Pemberton and District Community Fund report. It will also consider accepting a letter from the Spud Valley Nordic Association as their official reporting requirement for the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund.
- Spud Valley Nordic Association PDIF funding final report presentation
- September 2022 Pemberton and District Community Fund Report
- Decision on Spud Valley Nordic Association's reporting requirement under Policy No. 16-2020
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing bylaw enforcement policies and considering requests for a new heritage strategic plan. It is also evaluating several funding requests for community projects, fire services, and tourism initiatives.
- Development variance permit for Black Tusk to change rear parcel line setback from 4.5 m to 0 m
- Proposed research into grant funding for a five-year SLRD Heritage Strategic Plan
- Request to return $50,000 in unspent funds from the Area B Northern BC Hydro PILT Reserve
- Funding request of up to $12,752 for the Bridge River Valley Community Association Communications Hub
- Grant request of $12,000 for the Pinecrest Lake Stewardship Society project
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing an Illegal Dumping Strategy and Action Plan Report prepared by Ecoinspire Planning Services. The report identifies common dumped materials, such as mattresses and yard waste, across the four electoral areas. Staff will use these findings to develop a workplan for the 2023 Environmental Services budget process.
- Presentation of Illegal Dumping Strategy and Action Plan Report
- Identification of common dumped materials including mattresses, furniture, and yard waste
- Review of strategies to improve disposal access and enforcement
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board is considering several bylaws, including wildfire protection in Area C and new fees for the Pemberton Transfer Station. The agenda also addresses building permit authorizations for the Britannia Oceanfront Development and potential amendments to short-term rental policies.
- Temporary Use Permit No. 73 for a radio communication tower in Gun Lake
- Pemberton Transfer Station Fees and Charges Regulation Bylaw No. 1779-2022
- Adoption of the Area C Wildfire Protection Development Permit Area
- Building permit authorization conditions for Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corporation
- Borrowing up to $60,000 from the Municipal Finance Authority for Pemberton Transfer Station construction
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider recommendations to adopt a new bylaw for Pemberton Transfer Station fees and charges. It will also review an amendment to the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund policy and hear from the Pemberton Farmers' Market Association.
- Adoption of Pemberton Transfer Station Fees and Charges Regulation Bylaw No. 1779-2022
- Amendment to PDIF Policy No. 16-2020
- Delegation from Pemberton Farmers' Market Association regarding the Initiative Fund
- Recreation Services 2022 Second Quarter Report
- Update on the Village of Pemberton basketball court
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The Electoral Area Directors Committee is reviewing building bylaw violations that may require court injunctions. The committee is also deciding on returning unspent project funds to unallocated balances and evaluating several community funding requests.
- Registering a Notice on Title and initiating a court injunction for construction in Area D
- Reviewing Temporary Use Permit No. 73 for a radio tower in Gun Lake
- Returning unspent funds from various projects, including Grizzly Bear signage
- Considering $10,000 funding request for Lillooet Sheep Pasture Golf Club Society
- Considering $7,200 funding request for Marshall Valley Community Association
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee will host a delegation from the P'egp'íg'lha Council regarding their Cultural Heritage Policy. The meeting also includes a CAO verbal update and a roundtable discussion.
- Delegation: P'egp'íg'lha Council Cultural Heritage Policy presentation
- Approval of May 19, 2022, meeting minutes
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The committee will hear a presentation regarding the outcomes of the Canadian Olympic Committee 2030 Feasibility Report. The delegation will discuss an Indigenous-led Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games concept involving proposed venues in Whistler, Vancouver, and Sun Peaks. The agenda also includes verbal updates from the CAO and Chair.
- Presentation on Canadian Olympic Committee 2030 Feasibility Report outcomes
- Discussion of proposed venues including Whistler Olympic Park and Whistler Sliding Centre
- CAO verbal update
- Chair's verbal update
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is considering Official Community Plan amendments for Electoral Areas B, C, and D. The agenda also includes the adoption of new fees for the Gold Bridge Transfer Station and Pemberton recreation services. Additionally, members will review zoning amendments for Líl̓wat Main Street and Furry Creek.
- Adoption of Gold Bridge Transfer Station Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1761-2022
- First reading of Official Community Plan amendments for Electoral Areas B, C, and D
- Third reading of Líl̓wat Main Street Development zoning and OCP amendments
- $11,898.68 funding for a water trailer in Birkenhead Lake Estates
- Adoption of Pemberton and District Recreation Service Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1772-2022
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board is reviewing capital project cost share requests from Vancouver Coastal Health. The agenda also includes a verbal update from the Chief Administrative Officer and approval of minutes from March, April, and May 2022.
- Review of Vancouver Coastal Health capital project share requests
- CAO verbal update
- Approval of meeting minutes from March, April, and May 2022
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will review a request to adopt Bylaw No. 1772-2022 regarding recreation service fees and charges. Discussion is also planned for the Pemberton Transfer Station construction update and funding requirements for economic development services.
- Request for decision on Recreation Service Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1772-2022
- Update on the Pemberton Transfer Station Construction Project
- Direction request regarding funding requirements for economic development services
- Review of 2022 first quarter financials for PVUS Services
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing proposed Official Community Plan amendments for Electoral Areas B, C, and D regarding affordable and multi-family housing guidelines. The agenda also includes the adoption of new Gold Bridge Transfer Station fees and funding requests for community equipment.
- OCP amendments for affordable and multi-family housing (Areas B, C, and D)
- Gold Bridge Transfer Station Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1761-2022
- $11,898.68 funding for a water trailer in Birkenhead Lake Estates
- Development Variance Permit for property in Electoral Area C
- Notices on Title for construction violations in Areas A and C
Area B Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Area B Agricultural Advisory Committee will review the Area B Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1752-2022. The committee will also provide input on a proposed financial contribution to the Lillooet Agricultural and Food Society project.
- Review of Area B Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1752-2022
- Proposed financial contribution to Lillooet Agricultural and Food Society
- Secondary farm residence parcel size requirements (4ha or greater)
- Agritourism accommodation density provisions
Special Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Board will hear a presentation requesting funding for a CT scanner at Squamish General Hospital. Officials from Vancouver Coastal Health will also present 2022/23 capital project cost share requests for approval. An information report on the 2021 audited financial statements is also scheduled.
- Funding request for a CT scanner at Squamish General Hospital
- Approval of 2022/23 capital project cost share requests
- $104,000 for PAR Washroom renovations at Squamish General Hospital
- $73,600 to replace DX cooling units at Squamish General Hospital
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss matters regarding Road 40 and the BC Hydro Reservoir. The meeting includes a closed session for discussions on land disposition, legal matters, and negotiations. Updates from the CAO and Chair are also scheduled.
- Road 40 and BC Hydro Reservoir discussion
- Closed meeting regarding land disposition and legal matters
- CAO verbal update
- Chair's verbal update
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is considering several bylaws to establish regional parks and trails services across four electoral areas. The agenda also includes amendments to election and mail ballot voting bylaws. Additionally, the meeting features project updates on geothermal research near Mount Cayley and the Woodfibre LNG project.
- Bylaws 1767-2022 through 1770-2022 to establish regional parks and trails services
- Amendment Bylaw No. 1766-2022 regarding election, assent, and mail ballot voting
- Grant of up to $10,000 for the Britannia Beach Community Association pump track
- Return of $10,000 in development grants for Haylmore Heritage Site and Heritage Protocol projects
- Temporary Use Permit No. 72 for a Rise & Shine Foundation fundraiser event
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The committee will receive an update from the Lillooet & District Chamber of Commerce. Members will also consider a request to return provincial grant funding for projects in Electoral Areas A and B. An information report regarding proposed financial contributions to the Lillooet Agricultural and Food Society is also on the agenda.
- Update from the Lillooet & District Chamber of Commerce
- Request to return $10,000 for Haylmore Heritage Site development in Electoral Area A
- Request to return $10,000 for a Heritage Protocol in Electoral Area B
- Information report on proposed funding for Lillooet Agricultural and Food Society
Special Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee is reviewing an information report regarding the Community Basketball Court Project. Staff are proposing a new location at Signal Hill Elementary School along Portage Road.
- Information report on the Community Basketball Court Project update
- Proposed relocation of the court to Signal Hill Elementary School grounds
- Potential issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP) to aim for fall completion
SLRD Public Hearing Electoral Area C
The SLRD is holding a public hearing regarding new wildfire protection regulations and a development application in Mount Currie. One proposal introduces a Wildfire Protection Development Permit Area across all of Electoral Area C. Another seeks to amend zoning at 2037 Sea to Sky Hwy 99 for a mixed-use commercial and residential project.
- Creation of a Wildfire Protection Development Permit Area for Electoral Area C
- Zoning and OCP amendments for 2037 Sea to Sky Hwy 99
- Proposed construction of two buildings with ground-level commercial and 1-2 residential levels
- Provision of 36 affordable non-market rental units
- Provision of 17 moderate income-affordable market rental units
CANCELLED - Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The May 12, 2022, meeting of the Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee was cancelled. The scheduled agenda included delegations regarding the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund and updates on recreation services.
- Delegation: Pemberton Farmers' Market Association (Pemberton and District Initiative Fund)
- Delegation: Spud Valley Nordic Association (Pemberton & District Initiative Fund)
- 2022 First Quarter Recreation Services Information Report
- Community Basketball Court Project Update
- Decision request regarding Spud Valley Nordic Association funding reports
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The Electoral Area Directors Committee is considering the establishment of regional parks and trails services for Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D via new bylaws. The agenda also includes requests for election bylaw amendments and various community funding applications.
- Proposed bylaws to establish regional parks and trails services in Electoral Areas A, B, C, and D
- Request for Temporary Use Permit No. 72 for a Rise & Shine Foundation fundraiser event
- Amendment to Election Bylaw No. 1581-2018 regarding 2022 election cost-sharing
- Allocation of up to $10,000 from Area D Amenity Funds for a Britannia Beach pump track
- Request for $5,000 from Electoral Area C Select Funds for fire safety equipment
Special Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is meeting to review and approve the 2021 Audited Financial Statements. The agenda also includes a closed session regarding labour relations and land acquisition or disposition.
- Approval of the 2021 Audited Financial Statements
- Closed meeting for labour or employee relations
- Closed meeting for land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
Special Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Board is considering approval of the 2021 audited financial statements for the Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District. This includes authorizing the Chair and Treasurer to sign the finalized documents. The agenda also contains a request to enter a closed meeting regarding personnel and negotiations.
- Approval of 2021 Audited Financial Statements
- Request for a closed meeting regarding personnel and negotiations
- Review of $1,506,770 in cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2021
- Review of $3,669,269 in long-term debt as of December 31, 2021
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The meeting includes updates on ambulance services and BC Hydro capital projects. The Board is reviewing amendments to civic addressing and building bylaws. Additionally, several funding requests for fire safety and local community programs are up for decision.
- $11,898.68 each to four organizations for FireSmart water trailers
- $62,500 commitment toward a Corporate Asset Management Plan
- Second reading of Líl'wat Main Street Development zoning amendments
- $46,800 allocation for Britannia Beach and Furry Creek water systems
- $20,000 request for the District of Lillooet Downtown Park Revitalization Project
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is considering proposed amendments to Official Community Plans for Areas B, C, and D regarding design guidelines for affordable and multi-family housing. The agenda also includes decisions on bylaws for civic addressing, building regulations, and transfer station fees. Additionally, various funding requests for community projects were presented.
- Proposed OCP amendments for affordable and multi-family housing design guidelines
- Amendment Bylaw 1763-2022 regarding Civic Addressing
- Amendment Bylaw 1764-2022 regarding Building regulations
- $11,698.68 each to four groups for water trailers for FireSmart purposes
- Up to $10,000 for a pump track construction at Britannia Beach
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The SLRD Board is reviewing the 2022-2026 Regional Financial Plan and various local service budgets. The meeting includes decisions on multiple parcel tax bylaws and zoning amendments for Electoral Areas B and C. The board will also hear public delegations regarding rodenticide use and wildfire resiliency plans.
- Adoption of 2022-2026 Regional Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1762-2022
- Allocation of up to $10,000 for a Britannia Beach pump track
- Adoption of multiple parcel tax bylaws for fire, refuse, and water services
- $1,500 grant to Whistler Naturalists Society for the 2022 BioBlitz program
- Zoning amendments for Electoral Area B agricultural updates
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board is reviewing Bylaw No. 47-2022 to adopt the 2022 budget. This proposal includes a 25% increase in the annual tax requisition, moving from $1,208,177 to $1,510,222. The plan allocates funds for various capital projects at Squamish General Hospital and Whistler Heliport.
- Proposed 25% increase in the annual tax requisition to $1,510,222
- Budgeted $468,667 for Squamish General Hospital domestic water piping replacement
- Budgeted $200,000 for Whistler Heliport trauma room renovations
- Budgeted $618,204 for the replacement of a fluoroscopy unit
Town Hall Meeting for Reid Road Area Residents
This town hall meeting addresses landslide risk and associated evacuation orders for the Reid Road Area/Jason Creek. Presenters will provide updates on engineering status and evacuation supports. The event includes a Q&A session with a panel of officials and experts.
- Presentation on landslide risk and current status by BGC Engineering
- Update on evacuation supports from the Canadian Red Cross
- Information regarding operations from MoTI
Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The committee will review funding proposals for the 2022 NDIT Economic Development Capacity Building Grant Application. This includes endorsements for the Bridge River Valley Community Association and Lillooet Learning Communities Society. Staff are directed to finalize these work plans before the March 31, 2022, application deadline.
- Endorsement of 2022 NDIT grant funding proposals for Area A and Area B organizations
- Presentation by Lillooet Agriculture and Food Society
- Update from Lillooet Volunteer Connect - HUB
- Approval of February 3, 2022, meeting minutes
Special Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider whether to provide a free store at the new Pemberton Transfer Station. Members will also review the 2022 Recreation Services Budget and 2022-2026 budgets. Additionally, a $1,500 grant for the BioBlitz program is up for decision.
- Decision on free store services at the new Pemberton Transfer Station
- Approval of 2022 Recreation Services Budget
- $1,500 grant request for Whistler Naturalists Society BioBlitz program
- Review of 2022-2026 budgets
- Pemberton & District Initiative Fund funding reports
SLRD Public Hearing Area D
The SLRD is holding a public hearing regarding Amendment Bylaw No. 1717-2021. This bylaw proposes updating Development Permit Areas within Electoral Area D to address new development concerns and legislative changes. The update specifically targets more extensive permit areas for Howe Sound East developments.
- Amendment Bylaw No. 1717-2021 regarding the Electoral Area D Official Community Plan
- Updates to Development Permit Areas (DPAs) in Electoral Area D
- New development guidelines for Howe Sound East developments
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2022-2026 budgets and considering revisions to Agricultural Zoning Bylaw No. 1752-2022. Members are also evaluating several funding requests for community initiatives, including a pump track and local heritage assessments.
- Proposed revisions to Electoral Area B agricultural zoning bylaw
- Allocation of up to $10,000 for a Britannia Beach pump track
- Grant of $5,000 to Howe Sound Biosphere Region Initiative Society
- Request for $3,000 for Pemberton Secondary School basketball trip
- Request for $4,188 for Bralorne cultural heritage assessments
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The committee will hear a delegation requesting a letter of support to secure safe pedestrian access over the CN Rail train bridge at Naylor Way. The meeting also includes reviews of 2022-2026 budgets and verbal updates from the CAO and Chair.
- Delegation regarding safe pedestrian access over the CN Rail bridge
- Review of 2022-2026 budgets
- CAO verbal update
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The Board is reviewing 2022/2023 Bralorne Gold Mine operations plans. Members are also considering several zoning amendments for Electoral Area C, including housing and wildfire development permits. Additionally, the Board will vote on appointing Craig Dalton as Chief Administrative Officer.
- Presentation of Bralorne Gold Mine 2022/2023 operations plans
- Zoning amendment for WedgeWoods non-market and market housing in Electoral Area C
- $105,000 community amenity contribution for 9669 Pemberton Portage Rd zoning
- Appointment of Craig Dalton as Chief Administrative Officer
- Proposed Bike Skills Park in the Village of Pemberton
Sea to Sky Regional Hospital District Board
The Board is reviewing a request to adopt the 2022 Budget Bylaw No. 47-2022. This budget includes a requisition amount of $1,328,995 and a contingency amount of $337,508.
- Adoption of 2022 Budget Bylaw No. 47-2022
- Requisition amount of $1,328,995 for the 2022 budget
- Approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee is considering zoning changes for residential use at WedgeWoods Estates and a new wildfire development permit area. Members are also reviewing funding requests for local clubs and the 2022-2026 draft budgets.
- Zoning amendment for additional residential use at WedgeWoods Estates
- First reading of Bylaw 1741-2022 for Area C Wildfire Development Permit Area
- $3,000 funding request from Lillooet Rowing Club
- $2,000 funding request for Bralorne Community Church operations
- $1,000 funding request for the Inter-City Bus program (OWL Bus)
Special Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee
The Northern Economic Development and Initiatives Committee will elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair. The committee will also review the 2022 meeting calendar and discuss committee composition for the remainder of the term. Presentations include updates on forest enhancement projects in the Lillooet area and economic development activities in the District of Lillooet.
- Election of 2022 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of 2022 meeting calendar through January 2023
- Presentation on $2.2 million in forest enhancement projects
- Update on District of Lillooet economic development activities
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will consider a request to add a proposed Bike Skills Park as a recreational amenity. The meeting includes reviews of 2022-2026 draft budgets and quarterly recreation service reports. Additionally, delegations from Search and Rescue and the Pemberton Canoe Association will present budget updates.
- Request to add a Bike Skills Park to the recreation service
- Review of 2022-2026 draft budgets
- Budget update from Pemberton Search and Rescue
- Pemberton and District Initiatives Fund report
- Recreation Services 2021 4th Quarter information report
SLRD Public Hearing Electoral Area C
The SLRD is holding a public hearing regarding Bylaw No. 1705-2021. This amendment proposes rezoning PID 029-238-412 to allow the subdivision of the parcel into eight residential lots. The change would establish a new Rural 2 zone with a minimum parcel size of one hectare.
- Rezoning of PID 029-238-412 to RR2-Rural 2
- Subdivision of property into 8 residential lots
- Reduction of minimum parcel size to one hectare
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2022-2026 Financial Plan and 2022 draft budget. The discussion includes updates on BC Assessment values, which show a 26.21% increase in net taxable hospital assessments. The meeting covers various cost centres including general government, land planning, and solid waste management.
- Estimated $1.00 tax increase for a million-dollar property due to assessment changes
- $85,000 budgeted for fleet vehicle replacement in General Government
- $70,000 for the Natural Hazard Policy creation project
- $50,000 for a new Solid Waste Emergency Management Plan
- $20,000 for a new Zero Waste Ambassador contract
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Board
The SLRD Board will vote on adopting several bylaws, including new development approval fees and a fire protection service loan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding budget transfers for community parks and funding requests for local organizations.
- Adoption of Bylaw 1738-2022 regarding development approval information, fees, and notification procedures
- $15,000 funding request for the Pemberton Animal Well-being Society
- Proposed budget transfers for community parks in Electoral Areas A and D
- Adoption of Bylaw 1716-2021 for the Howe Sound East Fire Protection Service Loan
- $40,000 allocation request for the District of Squamish/Area D Agricultural Plan
Area B Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Area B Agricultural Advisory Committee reviewed the Draft Area B Zoning Bylaw Update. The committee recommended specific zoning for parcels within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and proposed maximum floor areas for farm residences.
- Recommendation to rezone parcels fully within ALR to AGR
- Proposed 300m2 maximum floor area for farm residences on parcels under 4ha
- Proposed 500m2 maximum floor area for farm residences on parcels over 4ha
- Recommendation to permit secondary suites in farm residences
- Recommendation to allow secondary farm residences subject to certain provisions
Pemberton Valley Utilities & Services Committee
The committee will discuss the draft 2022-2026 budgets for Pemberton Valley utilities and services. The meeting includes budget presentations from the local museum, library, and animal welfare society. Members will also review a funding application for the Pemberton Animal Welfare Society.
- Review of 2022-2026 draft Pemberton Valley Utilities and Services budgets
- Funding application from Pemberton Animal Welfare Society to the PDIF
- Budget presentation by Pemberton and District Museum and Archives Society
- Budget presentation by Pemberton & District Public Library Association
- Progress report for The Wellness Almanac regarding PDIF funding
Area C Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Area C Agricultural Advisory Committee will review ALC Non-Farm Use Application #64342. This proposal by the Lil’wat Nation involves establishing an Indigenous Healing, Treatment, Cultural and Traditional Use Centre on three lots in Pemberton Meadows. The committee will provide recommendations to the Board regarding this non-farm use of agricultural land.
- Review of ALC Non-Farm Use Application #64342 (SD48)
- Proposed Indigenous Healing, Treatment, Cultural and Traditional Use Centre
- Use of 21.06 hectares of Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) land
Special Electoral Area Directors Committee
The committee will elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will consider several funding requests, including money for fire truck repairs and fuel mitigation equipment. The agenda also includes reviewing the 2022 meeting calendar and regional budgets.
- Election of 2022 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- $5,460 request for Marshall Valley fuel mitigation equipment
- $8,000 for Pemberton Meadows Fire Association truck repairs
- $1,356 grant writing support from Electoral Area B Select Funds
- $1,600 request for Lillooet REC Centre sound system