Spallumcheen public meetings in 2024

A/S Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission is reviewing the General Manager's report, which includes updates on a new mower purchase and upcoming facility renovations. Members are also discussing the Asset Management Investment Plan and a sewage project impacting the Norval Arena parking lot.

• Savoy Equipment awarded $61,871.21 contract for a 96" x Mark mower
• Sewer project at Norval Arena upper lot expected to impact parking for 6-8 weeks
• Hassen shower renovation project to proceed after the Fall Fair
• Budget to actual variance report as of May 31, 2024, received as information
• Norval sound system adjustments report expected before September

Special Council Meeting - 24 Jun 2024 at 5:00 pm

This agenda is for a special meeting of the Spallumcheen Council held on June 24, 2024. The document contains procedural items and a notice that Council will convene in a closed session to discuss matters including labour relations, land acquisition, and litigation.

• Closed session regarding labour or employee relations
• Closed session regarding acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land
• Closed session regarding law enforcement investigations
• Closed session regarding litigation or potential litigation

Regular Meeting of Council - 17 Jun 2024 - 5:30 pm

The Township of Spallumcheen Council is reviewing several bylaw amendments, including Official Community Plan updates and new fees. Discussions include a public hearing for 2150 Rashdale Road, a two-year water supply extension, and RCMP budget planning.

• Public hearing for OCP and Rezoning at 2150 Rashdale Road
• First reading of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2142, 2024
• Proposed $10,000 expenditure for Municipal Hall air conditioning
• Two-year extension of RDNO Temporary Water Supply Agreement
• Approval of the 2023 Statement of Financial Information Report

Committee of the Whole - 03 Jun 2024 - 9:00 am

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several planning and infrastructure items, including the Goose Lake Range Development Plan and proposed Official Community Plan amendments. Discussions also include a resident petition for speed limit changes on Hales Road and a review of the Lansdowne to Armstrong Rail Trail.

• Goose Lake Range Development Plan presentation regarding park access via Stepping Stones neighbourhood
• Petition to reduce Hales Road speed limit from 70 km/hr to 50 km/hr
• Proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw 2138, 2024 updates for water and sewer policies
• ALR subdivision application for 1274 Mountain View Road
• Proposed $10,000 expenditure for Municipal Hall air conditioning installation

Regular Meeting of Council - 03 Jun 2024 - 5:30 PM

The Township of Spallumcheen Council is considering first readings for Official Community Plan amendments and a new soil removal bylaw. The agenda also includes a recommendation to deny an ALR subdivision application at 1274 Mountain View Road.

• First reading of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2138, 2024
• First reading of Soil Removal and Deposit Bylaw No. 2140, 2024
• Three readings of Cemetery Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2141, 2024
• ALR subdivision application for 1274 Mountain View Road
• Funding for invasive species roadside signage in 2025 budget

Special A/S Fire Services Commission - 30 May 2024 - CANCELLED by the Chair

The scheduled meeting of the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission for May 30, 2024, was cancelled by the Chair. The original agenda included discussions on a new fire tender procurement and the 2024-2028 Financial Plan.

• Proposed procurement of a 2000 IMPG single-axle Tender for up to $550,000
• Review of the 2023 Variance Report and Response to Financial Questions
• Approval of the revised 2024-2028 Financial Plan
• Discussion regarding Fire Chief Cummings' 30-year service recognition award

Regular Meeting of Council

The Council will consider approving amended 2023 audited financial statements and several grant expenditure authorizations. Other business includes a building permit extension, a common boundary agreement with Lafarge, and a proposed Tolko harvest referral.

• Approval of 2023 restated audited financial statements
• Authorization of up to $200,000 for FireSmart project via grant funds
• Authorization of up to $30,000 for Emergency Operations Centre training and equipment
• Authorization of up to $30,000 for Deep Creek water quality monitoring
• Discussion of a common boundary agreement with Lafarge Canada Inc.

CITY OF ARMSTRONG TOWNSHIP OF SPALLUMCHEEN JOINT COUNCIL COMMITTEE - 14 May 2024-CANCELLED

The scheduled meeting for the City of Armstrong and Township of Spallumcheen Joint Council Committee did not take place. The provided document is a notice of cancellation for the May 14 session.

A/S Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will hear from the Asparagus Community Theatre regarding their Memorandum of Understanding and potential grants. The meeting also covers updates on the Hassen Memorial Arena shower renovation and equipment replacement bids.

• Asparagus Community Theatre delegation regarding MOU and grant possibilities
• Hassen Memorial Arena shower renovation project
• Make-up air unit RFQ closing June 20, 2024
• Mower replacement RFQ closing June 20, 2024
• Reciprocal Parks and Recreation service agreement request to City of Vernon

Special Council Meeting - 13 May 2024 at 3:30 pm

The Township of Spallumcheen Council will meet to review the 2023 Audited Financial Statements presented by BDO Canada. Auditor Markus Schrott will present the audit final report and related documents for the year ended December 31, 2023.

• Presentation of 2023 Audited Financial Statements by BDO Canada
• Review of audit findings regarding revenue recognition and management controls
• Discussion of the amalgamation of a local water district
• Report of $80,537 in total unadjusted differences noted during the audit

A/S Fire Services Commission - 09 May 2024 - 10:00 am

The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission is reviewing a revised 2024-2028 Financial Plan and a proposal to procure a new single-axle Tender for up to $550,000. The meeting also includes reports on fire department incidents, inspections, and training updates.

• Procurement of a 2000 IMPG single-axle Tender up to $550,000
• Approval of the revised 2024-2028 Financial Plan
• Discussion regarding food truck inspections at the IPE
• Review of 199 fire inspections completed between January 1 and March 31, 2024
• Recognition of Fire Chief Cummings for 30 years of service

Regular Meeting of Council

The Spallumcheen Council will hold a public hearing regarding zoning amendments for housing, backyard hens, and parking. The meeting also includes decisions on industrial development permits and the adoption of several financial bylaws.

• Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2135, 2024 (housing, hens, and parking)
• Development permit for building relocation at 957 Otter Lake Cross Road
• Rezoning application for 2150 Rashdale Road from Agricultural to Country Residential
• Adoption of 2024-2028 Consolidated Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2136, 2024
• Adoption of 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2137, 2024

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing updates on the 2024 Capital Program and grant funding totaling over $4.3 million. Staff are also presenting reports on an industrial development permit at 957 Otter Lake Cross Road and a rezoning application for 2150 Rashdale Road.

• 2024 Capital Program update including Back Enderby Road and water metering projects
• Industrial Development Permit for building relocation at 957 Otter Lake Cross Road
• OCP and Rezoning amendment for 2150 Rashdale Road to change from Agriculture to Country Residential
• Silver Star Water Local Area Service Amendment Bylaw No. 2139, 2024
• $4,304,311 in total awarded grant funding for 2024

Township of Spallumcheen Farming Roundtable

The Farming Roundtable will discuss emergency preparedness, water and drought issues, and available Ministry supports for farmers. The meeting includes a presentation from Phi Factor Farms regarding organic sorghum production and a review of provincial drought funding.

• Presentation by Phi Factor Farms on growing organic sorghum for mushroom growth
• Discussion of $80 million in provincial funding for the Agricultural Water Infrastructure Program
• Discussion of $3 million for the Agricultural Drought Resource Extension Program workshops
• Review of correspondence from Vertibles Inc. regarding food security initiatives

A/S Parks and Recreation Commission - 23 Apr 2024 at 1:00 pm

The Commission is discussing the formation of a subcommittee for policy review and creation. Members are also reviewing the 2023 year-end report and updates on various facility projects.

• Proposal to form a subcommittee for policy review and creation
• Discussion of engineered parking plan policy quotes
• Review of the 2023 year-end report
• Proposed replacement of the fence behind Hassen Arena
• Discussion of the School District 83 joint use Agreement

TOWNSHIP OF SPALLUMCHEEN AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The committee is reviewing a recommendation to fund roadside signage for invasive species control in the 2025 budget. Members are also debriefing on drought management engagement and reviewing agricultural water management resources.

• Proposed recommendation for 2025 budget funding for invasive species roadside signage
• Debriefing of the Decoding Drought Agricultural Community Meeting
• Review of Beneficial Management Practices (BMP) application portal
• Discussion of Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership water management workshop

A/S Fire Services Commission - 17 Apr 2024-CANCELLED BY CITY OF ARMSTRONG

The City of Armstrong issued a notice of cancellation for the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission meeting. No business was conducted.