Thompson-Nicola Regional District public meetings in 2024

Governance & Boundary Review Standing Committee

The Governance & Boundary Review Standing Committee will elect its leadership and review the Terms of Reference for an external governance and boundary study. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the boundary review.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Governance and Boundary Review Committee Terms of Reference
• Boundary Review Discussion

Committee of the Whole

The committee will meet to adopt minutes from the October 4, 2024 meeting. The session includes a closed meeting to discuss preliminary negotiations regarding a proposed municipal service.

• Adoption of October 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed session under Community Charter section 90(1)(k) regarding proposed municipal service negotiations

Board of Directors Regular

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board will consider a 2025-2029 financial plan with a capital budget of $26.5 million and approve contracts for recycling services, a sprayer loan-out program, and regional planning with the City of Kamloops. The meeting also includes zoning amendments, dangerous dog control bylaws, and housing needs reports.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2866, 2024 (Pritchard)
• Dangerous Dog Control Service Amendment Bylaw No. 2865, 2024
• Recycle BC contract award for 5 years
• TNRD Sprayer Loan-Out Program contract with Purity Feed Co. Ltd. ($390,000)
• City of Kamloops regional planning agreement ($250,000/year)

Thompson Regional Hospital District

The Thompson Regional Hospital District Board is meeting to approve a provisional five-year financial plan to set spending limits for early 2025. The board will also receive reports on the 'Cancer Won't Wait' campaign and updates on the Royal Inland Hospital.

• Proposed 2025-2029 Provisional Five-Year Plan including a 5% tax requisition increase
• Estimated $10.61 annual tax increase for an average residential home assessed at $680,000
• Estimated $45.1 million TRHD contribution for the Cancer Care Project
• Estimated $29.8 million debenture for the Cancer Care Project
• Targeted $16 million reserve fund balance over the five-year term

Utility Systems Committee

The Utility Systems Committee is considering whether to recommend that the Board acquire the Paul Lake Waterworks Ltd. system. A feasibility study indicates $2,765,000 in capital upgrades are needed for the system to comply with regional policies. The committee is also reviewing updates to the Water & Sewer Systems Regulatory and Management Bylaw.

• Paul Lake Waterworks acquisition feasibility study with estimated $2,765,000 in required upgrades
• Proposed updates to the Water & Sewer Systems Regulatory and Management Bylaw
• Community survey results showing 28 of 31 respondents prefer TNRD acquisition if 2/3 grant funding is received
• Verbal reports on capital and operations updates

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on Dec 10, 2024 will consider adopting the draft minutes from its September 24, 2024 meeting. The committee will receive verbal reports on the Indigenous Relations Framework and on proposed amendments to the Accessibility Plan. New business will include a discussion raised by a BC Council of the Blind member about safety concerns at bike paths near bus stops.

• Adopt Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes from September 24, 2024
• Verbal report on Indigenous Relations Framework by External Relations and Advocacy Advisor C. Kelley
• Verbal report on Accessibility Plan Amendments by Deputy Corporate Officer M. Jeremiah
• Discussion of high‑risk safety concerns about bike paths intersecting bus routes raised by BC Council of the Blind member V. Short

Wells Gray Country Services Committee

The Wells Gray Country Services Committee will meet to discuss a funding request for the Wells Gray Visitor Information Centre operations. The body will also review Trans Mountain Community Benefits funds for the Birch Island area and approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Funding support request for Wells Gray Visitor Information Centre Operations
• Update on Trans Mountain Community Benefits funds for Birch Island area
• Approval of the 2025 Wells Gray Country Services Committee meeting schedule
• Review of community engagement options for Electoral Area "A"
• Update on Vavenby Community Hall stove replacement in the 2025 capital plan

Board of Variance

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board of Variance will meet to consider a variance request for a property at 98 Cornell Road in Loon Lake. The application seeks to reduce the front yard setback from the required 6 meters to 5.21 meters. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Adoption of September 25, 2024, Board of Variance minutes
• Consideration of variance request for 98 Cornell Road (BOV 66)
• Reduction of front yard setback from 6 meters to 5.21 meters
• Meeting location: TNRD Office, 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops

Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee

The Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee will adopt the minutes from its September 3, 2024 meeting. It will receive a report from LEES + Associates and landscape designer Ivy Smith on the first round of engagement for the district’s Parks & Trails Strategic Plan. Directors will provide roundtable updates on feedback received since September and discuss next steps and future meeting dates.

• Adopt minutes of the September 3, 2024 Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee meeting
• Presentation of Round 1 Parks & Trails Strategic Plan engagement report by LEES + Associates (Ivy Smith)
• Roundtable updates from directors on feedback received since the September meeting
• Discussion of next steps and scheduling of future committee meetings
• Adjournment of the meeting

Electoral Area Directors

The Electoral Area Directors will adopt the draft minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting. They will receive reports on the Canada Community Building Fund, travel form requirements, Union of BC Municipalities activities, and the TNRD entrance sign project. A round‑table will let directors raise local issues for future consideration.

• Adopt minutes of the Electoral Area Directors Meeting dated October 17, 2024
• Report on Canada Community Building Fund eligibility and funding process
• Discussion of Canada Revenue Agency T2200 form for director travel expenses
• Update on Union of British Columbia Municipalities 2024 activities and follow‑up
• Update on TNRD Entrance Sign project and Ministry of Transportation location restrictions

Board of Directors Regular

The board will adopt several bylaws, including zoning changes for a healing centre and an RV park, and will approve a parcel tax to fund the Black Pines Community Water System. It will also authorize Section 57 notices for building infractions and create a new permanent asset‑management position with an annual cost of $161,585.

• Adopt Black Pines Community Water System Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2851, 2024 (tax to recover infrastructure costs)
• Adopt Black Pines Community Water System Security Issuing Bylaw No. 2850, 2024 (authorizes borrowing for upgrades)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2765, 2024 to rezone 1238 Ford Road from MH‑1 to RVP‑1 for a 16‑space RV park
• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2863 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2864 for 844 Miner Road (healing centre, elder’s lodge)
• Authorize Section 57 notices on titles for building infractions at 3800 Neds Creek Rd, 1660 Alexander Rd, and between Loon Lake Road and Clinton

Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee

The Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee will discuss annual reports on education, outreach, and operational outcomes. The body will evaluate 2025 strategic goals and discuss methods for holding contractors accountable.

• Discussion on addressing blueweed issues in the Lower Nicola area
• Review of 2024 Annual Report - Education, Outreach & Coordination Outcomes
• Review of 2024 Annual Report - Operational Outcomes
• Discussion on formal methods for holding contractors accountable, such as financial penalties
• Evaluation of 2025 priorities in the event of reduced program funding and staffing

Policy and Governance Committee

The Policy and Governance Committee is reviewing several frameworks and policies for recommendation to the Board. These include new guidelines for advocacy and Indigenous relations, as well as updates to asset and reserve management.

• Proposed Thompson Nicola Regional District Advocacy Framework
• Proposed Thompson Nicola Regional District Indigenous Relations Framework
• Review of Surplus and Reserve Management Policies
• Proposed amendments to Policy No. 5.2.2 – Asset Management

Special Committee of the Whole Continued

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is holding a continuation of the Special Committee of the Whole meeting that began on November 6, 2024.

Inaugural Board of Directors Regular

The board will decide whether to move $465,000 of reserve funds from the South Kamloops Library project to the North Kamloops Library refresh. It will also consider awarding a $427,752.96 contract to A&T Project Developments for the Clearwater Library renovation, approving a new permanent Facilities Management position costing $132,479 annually, and continuing the $3 million ERP system procurement using surplus funds. Additionally, a one‑year extension of the 9‑1‑1 call‑answering contract with the Regional District of Central Okanagan for $357,000 will be reviewed.

• Award contract to A&T Project Developments for Clearwater Library renovation – max $427,752.96
• Create new permanent Facilities Management position – annual cost $132,479
• Continue ERP system procurement – estimated $3 million implementation cost from surplus
• Reallocate $465,000 from South Kamloops Library project to North Kamloops Library refresh
• Extend 9‑1‑1 call‑answering contract with RDCO for one year – $357,000

Special Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2025-2029 Draft Five Year Financial Plan. The plan proposes an overall taxation revenue increase of approximately 8.5% to address rising operational costs and revenue challenges. A provisional budget will be presented to the Board in December 2024.

• Proposed 8.51% increase in grand total net requisition from $27,217,671 to $29,533,117
• Planned transfer of over $4 million from reserves over five years to offset costs in Solid Waste and Recycling and Building Standards
• Proposed addition of two new positions: Facilities Manager and Asset Manager
• Projected wage increases from $14.6 million in 2024 to $16 million by 2029
• Adoption of November 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Agricultural Advisory Commission is reviewing applications to subdivide a property and include additional land in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The body will also discuss a separate application in Electoral Area M and review previous ALC decisions.

• ALR 230 & 237: Proposal to subdivide 5051 Heffley-Louis Creek Rd into an 8-hectare parcel and a 29.63-hectare remainder, and include 9.6 hectares into the ALR
• ALR 240: Application regarding Strata Lots 1-34 in Quilchena, Electoral Area M
• Adoption of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Directors Regular

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board will adopt the October 3 meeting minutes and authorize Section 57 title notices for two building infractions. It will consider a site‑specific zoning amendment for 4705 Stoney Place and approve several major contracts, including a $751,800 sewer filtration equipment deal and a $4.75 million water filtration construction contract. The Board will also allocate funds for a new water reservoir in Walhachin and set dates for upcoming committee work.

• Authorize Section 57 notice on title for 3888 Louis Rd (double‑wide manufactured home) and 4000 North Bonaparte Rd (expired permit).
• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2858 to reduce minimum parcel size at 4705 Stoney Place, Pritchard.
• Approve contract to Ecofluid Systems Inc. for membrane filtration equipment for Pritchard Sewer System, up to $751,800.
• Approve construction contract for new Pritchard Water Filtration System to True Construction Ltd., up to $4,750,000 plus taxes.
• Allocate up to $675,000 from the Growing Communities Fund and $675,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund for a new water reservoir in Walhachin.

Electoral Area Directors

The Electoral Area Directors meeting will include a discussion on the gas tax led by Chair Laird. They will review travel expectations and the Board Expense Policy with input from CAO Hildebrand. Updates will be given on the UBCM Canada Community Building Fund and the TNRD Entrance Sign project. A roundtable will cover topics such as rural cell towers, civic addressing, and other director concerns.

• Gas Tax Discussion – led by Chair Laird
• Travel Expectations – review of Board Expense Policy with CAO Hildebrand
• UBCM Follow Up – verbal update from External Relations and Advocacy Advisor C. Kelley
• TNRD Entrance Sign Project Update – report from General Manager of Operations J. Vieira (for information only)
• Roundtable items – Director Onslow (Teledoc, MWHS Beach House), Director Grenier (Rural Cell Towers, Civic Addressing)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing the 2024 second quarter financial statements and budget variances. The committee is also considering draft Surplus Management and Reserve Management policies for referral to the Policy and Governance Committee.

• 2024 2nd Quarter Financial Statements: $41.67 million in total revenue collected (34% of $62.74 million budget)
• General Fund Expenses: $19.74 million incurred (31% of $62.74 million budget)
• Draft Surplus Management Policy review
• Draft Reserve Management Policy review
• Utility Fund: $2.3 million year-to-date revenue against a $3.4 million annual budget

Advisory Planning Commission

The commission will receive reports on two zoning amendment applications. BA 270 concerns Lot 3 on 1620 Lance Road in Pritchard (PID 003‑090‑183). BA 271 concerns the southeast quarter of Legal Subdivision 10 near Red Lake (PID 014‑523‑922). After the reports, the commission will provide an update on the status of pending applications in the APC Application Status item.

• Zoning Amendment No. BA 270 – Lot 3, Section 12, Township 20, Range 14, W6M, Plan 22056, PID 003‑090‑183, 1620 Lance Road, Pritchard (ULF Holdings Inc)
• Zoning Amendment No. BA 271 – SE 1/4 of Legal Subdivision 10, Section 24, Township 22, Range 21, W6M, PID 014‑523‑922, Red Lake (Card)
• APC Application Status – update on pending applications

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will adopt the draft minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting. It will receive a verbal update on the FireSmart program from Lead Coordinator K. McMillan. A presentation by FIT Consulting and JW Infrastructure Planning will outline asset‑management policy recommendations and maturity‑assessment findings. Staff will provide an update on the boundary review and discuss next steps.

• Adopt July 18, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• FireSmart Program verbal update (Lead Coordinator K. McMillan)
• Asset Management policy recommendations presentation (FIT Consulting & JW Infrastructure Planning)
• Boundary Review update and discussion of next steps

Board of Directors Regular

The board will review public hearing input and may adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2765, 2024 to change part of 1238 Ford Road from a manufactured home park to a 16‑space recreational vehicle park, and issue Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 72 for a three‑year term. It will also consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2856, 2024 to rezone eleven parcels on Lakeshore Road to LR‑1 residential. Additional actions include approving a memorandum of understanding with Tk’emlups te Secwepemc, authorizing use of building reserve funds, and approving lease renewals and service agreements.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2765, 2024 & Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 72 for 1238 Ford Road – 16 RV spaces, 3‑year term
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2856, 2024 to rezone 11 parcels on Lakeshore Road to LR‑1 residential
• Approval of Tk’emlups te Secwepemc – Thompson Nicola Regional District Memorandum of Understanding
• Renewal of 30‑year lease for Savona Transfer Station (4.05 ha) for community waste collection
• Authorization to sign the Next Generation 9‑1‑1 agreement with TELUS

Utility Systems Committee

The Utility Systems Committee will adopt the minutes from its June 19 meeting. It will receive verbal reports on the utility operations update, the capital projects update, and the small water system treatment update. The meeting will conclude with any new business and adjournment.

• Adopt minutes of the Utility Systems Committee meeting held June 19, 2024
• Operations update report from Manager of Utility Services T. McCabe
• Capital projects update report from Manager of Utility Services T. McCabe
• Small water system treatment update report from General Manager of Operations J. Vieira

Regional Solid Waste Management Committee

The Regional Solid Waste Management Committee will adopt the April 17, 2024 minutes and receive reports on a projected 2024 tipping‑fee revenue shortfall and on the Construction & Demolition waste diversion strategy. It will consider a recommendation to approve a Clean Farms agricultural plastics recycling pilot, requesting $414,813 in funding for 2025‑2028 with cost‑share from federal and provincial programs. The other items are presented for information only.

• Adopt minutes from the April 17, 2024 Regional Solid Waste Management Committee meeting
• Report projecting a $884,580 (24%) shortfall in 2024 tipping‑fee revenue affecting the 2025‑2029 financial plan
• Update on Construction & Demolition Waste Diversion Strategy and Toolkit implementation
• Recommendation to approve the Clean Farms agricultural plastics pilot for $414,813 (50% federal, 17% provincial, 33% regional funding) for 2025‑2028

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance adopted the minutes from the May 1, 2024 meeting. It approved a variance to reduce the front setback from 6 m to 4.12 m for a new single‑family dwelling at 2488 Fisher Road in the AF‑1 Agricultural/Forestry zone. The board also reviewed Application BOV 65, which seeks to lower the rear yard setback to 4.8 m at 2930 Hanna Rd, Monte Creek.

• Approval of front‑setback variance (6 m → 4.12 m) for 2488 Fisher Road, Heffley Lake (AF‑1 zone)
• Review of BOV 65 application to reduce rear yard setback to 4.8 m at 2930 Hanna Rd, Monte Creek
• Adoption of minutes from the May 1, 2024 Board of Variance meeting
• Consideration of correspondence and unfinished business items

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from the June 25, 2024 Policy and Governance Committee meeting. It will receive a membership update from Communications & Marketing Manager C. Davies. The committee will review the Draft Accessibility Plan and consider recommendations. A presentation on the Parks and Trails Strategic Plan will be given for consultation.

• Adopt June 25, 2024 Policy and Governance Committee meeting minutes
• Accessibility Committee membership update (verbal report by C. Davies)
• Draft Accessibility Plan review – feedback and recommendations
• Parks and Trails Strategy presentation by Ivy Smith (LEES + Associates)
• New Business (unspecified items)

Thompson Regional Hospital District

The Thompson Regional Hospital District Board will vote to adopt the minutes from its June 20, 2024 meeting. The board will receive a verbal CAO report from External Relations and Advocacy Advisor C. Kelley. Interior Health will give verbal updates on general services, long‑term care, the Cancer Centre clinic, and the Barriere/Clearwater X‑Ray facility.

• Adopt the June 20, 2024 board meeting minutes
• CAO verbal update from External Relations and Advocacy Advisor C. Kelley
• Royal Inland Hospital updates: general services, long‑term care, Cancer Centre clinic, Barriere/Clearwater X‑Ray

Board of Directors Regular

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board will adopt the August 15 minutes and consider authorizations for Section 57 notices on two properties with building infractions. It will also adopt two bylaws—repealing the Tobiano Service Establishment and amending the Vavenby Fire Protection Service Area tax limit. A floodplain exemption for a new residence on Merritt‑Spences Bridge Highway is on the agenda, along with a five‑year Community Service Officer contract with the City of Kamloops valued at $177,432 for 2024 and $312,133 for 2025 with a 3% annual increase.

• Authorize filing a Section 57 notice on title for 6089 Buckhorn Rd (PID: 003-594-220) – Darryl Verrault
• Authorize filing a Section 57 notice on title for 6967 Watson Dr E (PID: 004-531-167) – Peter Kropp
• Adopt Tobiano Service Establishment Repeal Bylaw No. 2812, 2024
• Adopt Vavenby Fire Protection Service Area Amendment Bylaw No. 2859, 2024 (tax limit reduction)
• Approve five‑year CSO contract with City of Kamloops: $177,432 for 2024 remainder, $312,133 for 2025, plus 3% annual inflation

Electoral Area Directors

The Electoral Area Directors will adopt the May 16, 2024 meeting minutes and receive verbal reports on the Parks and Trails Strategy and the Canada Community Building Fund. The board will also discuss advocacy priorities for the Union of British Columbia Municipalities conference.

• Adoption of May 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Verbal report on Parks and Trails Strategy
• Verbal report on Canada Community Building Fund
• Discussion of advocacy topics for UBCM
• Roundtable discussion on water systems and funding

Policy and Governance Committee

The Policy and Governance Committee will adopt the May 15, 2024 meeting minutes and review a proposed amendment to Insurance Requirements for TNRD Contractors (information only). It will recommend that the Board approve amendments to Finance Policies 5.1.2 (Bursaries), 5.1.4 (Grant-in-Aid Funds), and 5.1.5 (Canada Community‑Building Fund). The committee will also provide feedback on draft Indigenous Relations and Advocacy Frameworks.

• Adopt minutes from the Policy and Governance Committee meeting dated May 15, 2024
• Review amendment to Policy 5.4.1 Insurance Requirements for TNRD Contractors – Associate Members (for information only)
• Recommend Board approval of amendment to Policy 5.1.2 Grants and Financial Contributions – Bursaries
• Recommend Board approval of amendment to Policy 5.1.4 Grants and Financial Contributions – Grant‑in‑Aid Funds
• Recommend Board approval of amendment to Policy 5.1.5 Canada Community‑Building Fund – Community Works Fund

Wells Gray Country Services Committee

The committee will review updates on Electoral Area A services and discuss future capital projects for 2025-2029. Key discussions include funding for Vavenby Community Hall upgrades and the status of Trans Mountain community funds.

• Proposed Vavenby Community Hall stove and electrical upgrades estimated at $18,364.89
• Update on remaining Trans Mountain Community Benefits funds for Birch Island and Adult Education
• Review of 2025-2029 capital planning for Electoral Area A services
• Update on the process to fill expiring committee positions for Blackpool, East Blackpool, and Vavenby
• Status update on Vavenby Community Park irrigation and fencing project

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review a Temporary Use Permit (TUP 75) to allow two year‑round RV sites at 4796 Trans‑Canada Hwy, Cherry Creek. It will also consider three zoning amendment applications—BA 267 for lots 1‑11 near Niskonlith Lake, BA 268 for 4705 Stoney Place in Pritchard, and BA 269 for Strata Lots 1‑34 in Quilchena. A second temporary use permit (TUP 76) for a site on Niskonlith Lake Road will be discussed, and the commission will adopt the July 9 minutes and address any unfinished business.

• Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 75 – two RV sites at 4796 Trans‑Canada Hwy, Cherry Creek
• Zoning Amendment No. BA 267 – Lots 1‑11, Section 6, Township 21, Range 13, Niskonlith Lake
• Zoning Amendment No. BA 268 – 4705 Stoney Place, Pritchard
• Zoning Amendment No. BA 269 – Strata Lots 1‑34, District Lot 209, Quilchena
• Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 76 – 3354 Niskonlith Lake Road, Niskonlith Lake

Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Committee

The Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee is meeting to adopt its Terms of Reference and review a draft inventory of existing parks and trails. The committee is tasked with providing recommendations for a strategic plan estimated for completion in Summer 2025.

• Adoption of draft Terms of Reference for the Standing Committee
• Review of draft Parks and Trails Inventory report by Lees & Associates
• Presentation of the Parks and Trails Strategy Engagement Plan
• Review of 2 Regional Parks, 11 Community Parks, and 19 undeveloped parks
• Discussion of the Blue River Trails Network and South Thompson Buoy System

Board of Directors Regular (Out of Town)

The board will adopt the July 18 meeting minutes and hear a presentation from BluEarth Renewables and the Nlaka'pamux Nation Tribal Council on a proposed solar generation project. It will consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2843, 2024 to permit light industrial use, heavy‑equipment storage and an administrative office at 2182 Settlers Rd, and move the amendment to a public hearing. The board will also receive information on a clean‑energy investigative licence on Crown land (Referral REF 739) and approve up to $50,000.00 from the Canada Community‑Building Fund for irrigation at Vavenby Community Park. Finally, a member will be appointed to fill the vacant seat for the TNRD on the Shuswap Watershed Council.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2843, 2024 for 2182 Settlers Rd, Lower Nicola – light industrial, heavy equipment storage, admin office
• BluEarth Renewables & Nlaka'pamux Nation Tribal Council presentation on a solar generation project in area "J"
• Referral No. REF 739 – clean‑energy investigative licence on unsurveyed Crown land in Electoral Area “E” (information only)
• Approval of up to $50,000.00 from the Canada Community‑Building Fund for irrigation at 89 Vavenby Bridge Road, Vavenby
• Appointment of a TNRD member to the vacant seat on the Shuswap Watershed Council

Committee of the Whole

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Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a report outlining four funding mechanisms for Community Emergency Response Organizations (CEROs). It will also receive a presentation from BC Transit’s Government Relations Manager Elise Wren and a verbal update on solid waste services from Manager A. Mailoux. The meeting includes adoption of the April 19 minutes and a closed‑meeting provision for confidential negotiations.

• Adopt minutes of the April 19, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting
• BC Transit presentation by Government Relations Manager Elise Wren
• Report on funding options for Community Emergency Response Organizations, presenting four alternatives
• Verbal update on TNRD solid waste service by Manager of Solid Waste and Recycling A. Mailoux
• Closed meeting clause for confidential negotiations under Community Charter Section 90(2)

Board of Directors Regular

The board will consider and vote on several items, including adopting the Loon Lake Fire Protection Service Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2849, 2024 to fund a new fire hall. It will also adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2847, 2024 to permit cannabis retail at 2532/2536 Harper Ranch‑Pinantan Road. Additional recommendations include non‑farm use applications to the Agricultural Land Commission, a $30,000 Canada Community Building Fund grant for a recreational pathway, and authorizations for Section 57 notices on two building‑infraction properties.

• Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2847, 2024 for cannabis retail at 2532/2536 Harper Ranch‑Pinantan Road, Pinantan Lake
• Adopt Loon Lake Fire Protection Service Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 2849, 2024 to fund fire‑hall construction
• Recommend Agricultural Land Commission Application No. ALR 235 for non‑farm light‑industrial use at 2182 Settlers Rd, Lower Nicola
• Approve up to $30,000 Canada Community Building Fund for a recreational pathway off Bailey Avenue near Nicola Canford Elementary School
• Authorize Section 57 notices on titles for 7857 Deadman‑Vidette Rd and 5345 Hwy 5 for building‑infraction cases

Advisory Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing an application for a new Temporary Use Permit to allow up to 400 recreational vehicles on a property in Knutsford. The agenda also includes reports regarding new Official Community Plans for Electoral Areas L, P, M, and N.

• New Temporary Use Permit application for RV storage at 2816 Long Lake Road
• Proposal to increase recreational vehicle capacity from 200 to 400 units
• Review of new Official Community Plans for Electoral Areas L, P, M, and N
• Report on the Tobiano Resident Survey

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Panel will receive reports regarding the 2024 Parcel Tax Roll Authentication. This includes reviews for the Black Pines Community Water System and the Loon Lake Fire Protection Service.

• Election of Committee Chair
• 2024 Parcel Tax Roll Authentication - Black Pines Community Water System
• 2024 Parcel Tax Roll Authentication - Loon Lake Fire Protection Service

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Draft Accessibility Plan Review and receive a presentation regarding the TNRD Parks and Trails Master Plan project. Author Nan Stevens is also scheduled to give a verbal presentation about her published novels. The meeting includes a recommendation to adopt the minutes from the March 12, 2024, meeting.

• Presentation on TNRD Parks and Trails Master Plan project
• Review of Draft Accessibility Plan
• Author presentation by Nan Stevens
• Adoption of March 12, 2024, meeting minutes

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The commission is considering a non-farm use application for 2182 Settlers Road in Lower Nicola. The proposal includes light industrial activities, heavy equipment storage, and an administration office on approximately 2.2 hectares. The meeting also covers the adoption of previous minutes and review of ALC decisions.

• Non-farm use application (ALR 235) for light industrial use at 2182 Settlers Rd
• Proposed heavy equipment and culvert storage for Shulus Farms Ltd.
• Establishment of a modular administration office in Electoral Area 'M'

Wells Gray Country Services Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive service updates for Electoral Area 'A'. These reports include progress on regional parks, streetlight installations, and tourism marketing adjustments.

• Reallocation of $3,000 from the Tourism Wells Gray fall campaign to promote the new Helmcken Falls viewing platform
• Installation of streetlights on Peavine Rd at no cost
• Completion of irrigation and fencing project at Vavenby Community Park in 2024
• Design of signage for Ferry Rd Park information kiosk to be completed this summer

Thompson Regional Hospital District

The Board will consider adopting Bylaw No. 164 to authorize borrowing of approximately $45.6 million for the Cancer Care Project. Members will also review the 2023 Statement of Financial Information and remuneration reports. Additionally, Interior Health will provide updates on Royal Inland Hospital operations.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 164 for Cancer Care Project borrowing totaling $45,591,956
• Approval of the 2023 Statement of Financial Information and remuneration reports
• Presentation from Supporting Team Excellence with Patients Society (STEPS)
• Updates on Royal Inland Hospital ER, staffing, and rural services

Board of Directors Regular

The Board will consider zoning amendments regarding provincial housing density requirements and cannabis retail at Pinantan Lake General Store. It will also review fire protection service changes in Vavenary and building infractions in Scottie Creek and Blackpool. Additionally, the agenda includes search and rescue grant distributions and a fire dispatch contract award.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2841 for provincial housing density requirements
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2847 for cannabis retail at Pinantan Lake General Store
• $348,000 contract award to the City of Kamloops for fire dispatch services
• Distribution of $109,325.52 in Search and Rescue grants
• Expansion of Vavenby Fire Protection boundary to include Birch Island

Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing options for an integrated Surplus and Reserve Policy. Members will also receive the 2024 first quarter financial statements regarding operating and capital budget variances. A recommendation was made to move a draft version of the policy to the Policy and Governance Committee.

• Review of Integrated Surplus and Reserve Policy options
• Presentation of Q1 2024 financial results showing $11.1 million in recognized revenue
• Report on Q1 2024 capital expenditures totaling $185,110
• Adoption of February 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Utility Systems Committee

The committee will receive verbal reports regarding capital projects and utility operations. A report concerning the Paul Lake Waterworks acquisition is also on the agenda.

• Paul Lake Waterworks Acquisition report
• Capital Projects Update
• Operations Update

Board of Variance

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board of Variance will review Application No. BOV 64 for a property at 2488 Fisher Road, Heffley Lake. The applicant seeks to reduce the required front yard setback from six metres to 4.12 metres under Zoning Bylaw No. 2400. This adjustment determines how close new structures can be built near the lakeshore and affects local environmental protection standards for residential development.

• BOV Application No. BOV 64 at 2488 Fisher Road, Heffley Lake
• Request to vary front setback from 6 metres to 4.12 metres under Zoning Bylaw No. 2400
• Property zoned AF-1: Agricultural/Forestry with a pre-existing non-conforming parcel size
• Review of provincial Riparian Areas Protection Regulation (RAPR) undue hardship requirements

Electoral Area Directors

The Electoral Area Directors will review a report to determine shared advocacy priorities for the remainder of their term. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Bonaparte Watershed Stewardship Society regarding disaster prevention and restoration.

• Presentation: Bonaparte Watershed Stewardship Society on Disaster Prevention and Restoration
• Report: Identifying shared advocacy priorities for UBCM and the current term
• Approval of March 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Directors Regular

The Board is reviewing several bylaws, including provincial housing legislation updates and park use regulations. They are also considering major service contracts for fire protection in Electoral Areas M and N, as well as a new firehall in Monte Creek. Additionally, the agenda includes building infraction notices and development permit applications.

• $1,547,833 contract with City of Merritt for fire protection services
• $1,045,000 construction contract for a new Monte Creek firehall
• Zoning amendment for provincial Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing requirements
• Rezoning of 878 Harrwood Drive to allow a single-family dwelling
• $399,146.48 contract for intra-library delivery services

Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee

The Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee will review its 2024 Education & Outreach Work Plan. The meeting also includes a coordinator report and updates on regional invasive species management.

• Review of the 2024 Education & Outreach Work Plan
• Coordinator Report from the Integrated Pest Management Supervisor
• Approval of March 13, 2024, meeting minutes

Policy and Governance Committee

The committee will review proposed changes to the Board Correspondence Policy regarding how communications are handled and distributed. The updates aim to clarify procedures for staff processing incoming correspondence and provide protections against libelous or defamatory content.

• Adoption of March 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Recommendation to amend Board Correspondence Policy No. 1.1.14
• Verbal report on policy amendment review

Board of Variance

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board of Variance will review Application No. BOV 63 for a property at 38 Rue Cheval Noir in Tobiano. Kamlands Holdings Ltd. requests to reduce the future front yard setback from 4.5 metres to 3.3 metres so a sales presentation centre can remain on site during a two-phase strata subdivision. The agenda contains only this application and routine minutes review; no other substantive items are scheduled.

• BOV Application No. BOV 63: Setback variance request for 38 Rue Cheval Noir, Tobiano, BC (Kamlands Holdings Ltd.)
• Proposed reduction of front yard setback from 4.5 metres to 3.3 metres in the CD-1 Sub-zone A
• Review of March 19, 2024 Board of Variance minutes

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing a non-farm use application to store and service heavy equipment on approximately one hectare of land in Electoral Area E. The committee will also review ALC Application No. ALR 234.

• Non-farm use application (ALR 232) for heavy equipment storage near Kelly Lake
• Review of ALC Application No. ALR 234 in Heffley Creek
• Adoption of January 30, 2024, meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the minutes from the February 16, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes presentations regarding the Knutsford Community Response Society, BC Wildfire, and mosquito control.

• Adoption of February 16, 2024, Committee of the Whole minutes
• Presentation from Knutsford Community Response Society
• Presentation from Kamloops Fire Centre regarding BC Wildfire
• Presentation from BWP Consulting Inc. regarding mosquito control

Board of Directors Regular

The Board is reviewing zoning amendments for a recreational vehicle park in Blackpool and a subdivision in Pritchard. Members will also consider building infraction notices and an application for fire protection expansion in Birch Island. Additionally, the agenda includes a proposal to purchase two solid waste trailers for $661,530.

• Rezoning 1238 Ford Road, Blackpool for a 16-space RV park
• Purchase of two B-train solid waste trailers for $661,530
• Proposed referendum on September 14, 2024, for Birch Island fire protection
• Refusal of non-farm use application at 40 Edith Lake Road, Knutsford
• Authorization to file Section 57 notices for building infractions

Regional Solid Waste Management Committee

The committee will review progress reports regarding the 2018 Regional Solid Waste Management Plan. Discussions include updates on mandatory recyclable material bylaws and an annual report on illegal dumping. Most items are presented for information only.

• 2024 Progress Report for the Regional Solid Waste Management Plan
• Mandatory Recyclable Material Bylaw update
• 2023 Annual Report on Illegally Dumped and Abandoned Waste
• Operations/Capital Update

Board of Directors Regular

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board of Directors will consider several zoning amendments and a temporary use permit that propose changes to land use in Savona, Big Bar Lake, and near Hern Road. Staff recommend adoption of the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan, which outlines projected operating costs for regional utilities and general services alongside capital projects. The board will also review a $225,000 workplan to draft new official community plans for four electoral areas and authorize building infraction notices on two properties. These items are scheduled for public hearing or board vote during the March 21 meeting.

• Public hearing and third reading for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2837, 2024, changing 6578 Buie Street in Savona from highway commercial to retail commercial
• Temporary Use Permit TUP 70 allowing a seasonal RV campground at 2116 Marriot Road, Big Bar Lake, for up to 30 days per year
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2833, 2024, rezoning 1256 Hern Road from residential single/duplex to country residential with livestock allowances
• Adoption of the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan (Bylaw No. 2844), covering operating plans for general and utilities funds plus a five-year capital plan
• Approval of a $225,000 budget to draft new official community plans for Electoral Areas L, P, M, and N, including public consultation requirements

Thompson Regional Hospital District

The Thompson Regional Hospital District Board will consider adopting three bylaws governing $32,327,733 in 2024 expenditures for regional health services and capital projects. The board will also review audited 2023 financial statements, approve a temporary borrowing resolution of up to $1,000,000, and discuss funding strategies for the Cancer Care Project. These decisions set the local tax requisition levels that fund Interior Health facilities and equipment across the district.

• Bylaw No. 163: Five-Year Financial Plan 2024-2028 with $32,327,733 in 2024 expenditures
• Bylaw No. 162: Major Capital Equipment bylaw requesting $9,962,869 for projects over $100,000
• Bylaw No. 161: Minor Capital Equipment bylaw requesting $627,925 (2023-24) and $733,969 (2024-25)
• Temporary Borrowing Resolution No. 24-25 to approve up to $1,000,000 if needed
• Recommendation to seek long-term debenture information for the Cancer Care Project with a 25-year repayment term

Policy and Governance Committee

The committee will review proposed updates to the Electoral Area Grant-in-Aid funding policy, which includes a $13,500 annual allocation per area. Members are also considering new streetlighting policies and discussing future bylaws and Artificial Intelligence usage.

• Proposed update to Electoral Area Grant-in-Aid funding policy (Policy 5.1.4)
• New Streetlighting Policy 10.1.2 and amendments to Policy 10.1.1
• Discussion on the regional Procedure Bylaw
• Discussion regarding a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) use policy

Wells Gray Country Services Committee

The Wells Gray Country Services Committee will review service updates for Electoral Area 'A' and receive reports from the Tourism Wells Gray Association. The committee is also seeking input on the schedule and locations for upcoming annual community meetings.

• Vavenby Community Park irrigation and fencing project completion in spring 2024
• Removal of Birch Island Community Park gate on May 1 to discourage off-leash dogs
• Design and installation of Ferry Rd Park historical kiosk signage this spring
• Streetlight inquiries for Electoral Area 'A' awaiting BC Hydro quotes

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance will consider two applications for property setback variances. One request involves reducing rear and side yard setbacks in Savona, while another proposes a front setback reduction near East Barriere Lake.

• Application BOV 61: Reduce rear yard setback from 6m to 2.86m and right side yard setback from 1.5m to 1.35m at 6519 Savona Access Road
• Application BOV 62: Decrease required front setback from 6m to 4.5m at 5329 East Barriere Lake FSR

Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee

The committee is reviewing updates to the 2024 Operational Plans for Invasive Plant Management within the Thompson-Nicola Regional District. Discussions include species categorization changes and new management actions for various invasive plants. The meeting also includes a report from the Integrated Pest Management Supervisor.

• Review of 2024 updates to the TNRD Operational Plans for Invasive Plant Management
• Discussion regarding the Fraser Basin Council Conservation Fiscal Incentive Project
• Presentation of the Coordinator Report by the Integrated Pest Management Supervisor
• Review of the 2024 Operational Plans for Invasive Plant Management in the TNRD

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will review TNRD Emergency Operations Centre alert templates and a new online Accessibility Feedback Form. Members will also receive updates on the TNRD Accessibility Plan and work being done by the Interior Health Authority.

• Review of TNRD EOC Alert and Order templates
• Tour of the online Accessibility Feedback Form
• Update on TNRD Accessibility Plan and checklist findings
• Interior Health Authority accessibility update

Board of Directors Regular

The Board will review a bylaw to set water and sewer utility rates for TNRD-operated systems. The agenda also includes several zoning amendments for residential and agricultural properties and authorization of notices regarding building infractions.

• Adoption of Utility Rates Bylaw No. 2840, 2024
• $27,000 plus a 5% management fee for internet upgrades at North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Grounds
• Zoning amendment for 5665 Lac Le Jeune Road to create a new residential parcel
• Authorization of section 57 notices on titles for building infractions at 1600 Birch Island-Lost Creek Rd and 305 Holloway Dr
• Zoning amendment for 1256 Hern Road to allow agricultural and horticultural use

Electoral Area Directors

The committee is reviewing a report to provide input on the creation of a new Parks Use Bylaw for regional parks and trails. This bylaw would establish rules regarding activities such as camping, pet use, and motorized vehicle usage. The meeting also includes a FireSmart update and a Q&A session with Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure staff.

• Input on proposed Parks Use Bylaw content
• FireSmart update presentation
• Q&A session with Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure staff
• Adoption of January 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Directors Regular

The Board is considering several zoning amendments for residential and agricultural uses across multiple electoral areas. Additionally, the agenda includes a request to authorize a notice on title regarding a building infraction in Electoral Area 'E' and a contract extension for 9-1-1 call answering services.

• Authorization of Section 57 notice against A A R West Coast Enterprises Ltd
• Agricultural Land Commission application for 185 sqm dwelling at 1524 Bostock Road
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2824, 2024 for 5665 Lac Le Jeune Road
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2833, 2024 for 1256 Hern Road
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2837, 2024 for 6578 Buie Street

Agricultural Advisory Commission

The Agricultural Advisory Commission is reviewing applications for residential use and land use changes in Electoral Areas L and O. The meeting also includes the election of a new Chair.

• Application ALR 229: Request to replace an 80.6 sqm modular home with a 185 sqm double-wide at 1524 Bost/ock Road
• Application ALR 230: Review of land portion in Electoral Area O at 5051 Heffley-Louis Creek Road
• Application ALR 231: Review of property at 40 Edith Lake Road, Knutsford
• Election of Commission Chair

Policy and Governance Committee

The Policy and Governance Committee is reviewing a new policy for delegations and invited presentations. Members will also receive an update on efforts to incorporate the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples into internal operations.

• Recommendation to approve Delegations and Invited Presentations Policy No. 1.5.1
• Information report on incorporating UNDRIP as a guiding internal document
• Review of Committee Terms of Reference
• Adoption of September 7, 2023, meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review an overview of rural policing and offender management from RCMP Superintendent Jeff Pelley. The committee will also consider starting new Official Community Plan projects for 2024 and provide feedback on advocacy topics for upcoming SILGA and UBCM conventions.

• Presentation on rural policing and strategic plans by RCMP Superintendent Jeff Pelley
• Discussion on initiating new Official Community Plan projects in 2024
• Identification of advocacy priorities for the SILGA convention (April 30–May 3) and UBCM convention (September 16–20)
• Review of December 15, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Directors Regular

The Board will review several zoning amendments, including a subdivision in Pritchard and a short-term rental permit in Nicola Lake. Directors will also decide on the reallocation of economic development funds across various Electoral Areas and authorize negotiations for the Lytton Library site.

• Rezoning 2037 Martin Prairie Road from Rural to Small Holding for subdivision
• Temporary Use Permit for short-term rental at 6592 Monck Park Road
• Rezoning 920 and 934 Harrwood Drive to allow helicopter ski resort use
• Reallocation of economic development funds, including $10,000 for Electoral Area A and $44,874 for Electoral Area E
• Authorization to negotiate the sale of the former Lytton Library site at 121 4th Street

Electoral Area Directors

The Electoral Area Directors are reviewing proposed changes to the policy governing discretionary funds. The meeting includes discussions on renaming the program, setting funding limits, and establishing reporting requirements for grant recipients.

• Proposed renaming of 'Discretionary Funds' to 'Electoral Area grant-in-aid'
• Review of maximum taxation per Electoral Area, currently budgeted at $13,500 each
• Street Light Services overview report
• Emergency Response Plan update
• Closed meeting scheduled for negotiations with another level of government

Wells Gray Country Services Committee

The committee is reviewing Tourism Wells Gray's 2024 marketing plans and discussing upcoming capital projects. Updates were also provided regarding service delivery for Electoral Area 'A' and the process for filling vacant committee positions.

• Tourism Wells Gray 2024 Tactical Plan update
• Review of Tourism Wells Gray Association minutes from September, November, and December 2023
• Update on future capital planning and upcoming committee position solicitations
• Electoral Area 'A' services and 2024 budget project updates
• Proposed 2024 Committee meeting schedule for approval