Thompson-Nicola Regional District public meetings in 2025
71 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing potential Zoning Bylaw amendments to allow detached secondary suites on residential parcels between 1 and 3.99 hectares. The body is also reviewing a parks and trails implementation plan and selecting priority advocacy topics for 2026.
- Proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment to allow detached secondary suites on parcels between 1 and 3.99 hectares
- TNRD Parks & Trails Strategic Plan – Detailed Implementation Plan 2026-2027
- Selection of three priority advocacy topics from a list including Highway Safety and Health Care Delivery (TRHD)
- BC Assessment verbal report
- Adoption of October 3, 2025 meeting minutes
Board of Directors Regular
The board will adopt the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes and consider presentations from provincial MLAs and local industry groups. Major decisions include approving Utility Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2905 for the Vavenby Community Water System, adopting a $21,887,347 capital expenditure budget and a $66,278,332 five‑year operating budget, and authorizing contracts for a $360,265 HR software solution and a $364,546.53 library renovation. The board will also review a temporary use permit for two RVs at 8637 Holding Road, a development variance to reduce a front‑yard setback at 3373 McGregor Road, and continue the Tourism Wells Gray Association’s designation for MRDT collection with a rate increase to 3%.
- Approve Utility Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2905 for Vavenby Community Water System
- Approve $21,887,347 capital expenditures and $66,278,332 five‑year financial plan
- Award $360,265 contract to UKG Canada Inc. for SaaS HR solution (3‑year term)
- Award $364,546.53 contract to A&T Project Developments Inc. for North Kamloops Library renovation
- Approve Temporary Use Permit TUP 80 for two RVs at 8637 Holding Road (one‑year, non‑commercial)
Thompson Regional Hospital District
The Thompson Regional Hospital District Board will review proposed changes to its procedure bylaw and approve a provisional five-year financial plan for 2026-2030. The meeting agenda also includes a request to approve the proposed 2026 meeting dates.
- Review proposed revisions to Hospital District Board Procedure Bylaw
- Approve 2026-2030 Provisional Five-Year Plan
- Approve proposed 2026 TRHD meeting dates
- Closed meeting to consider labour relations and confidential negotiations
Utility Systems Committee
The Utility Systems Committee is reviewing a proposal to increase user fees for the Vavenby Community Water System by 19% per year for 2026, 2027, and 2028. This increase aims to address a funding gap and aging infrastructure from the 1970s. The committee will also receive financial analyses of 11 TNRD Community Water Systems.
- Proposed 19% annual user fee increase for Vavenby Community Water System (2026-2028)
- Funding analysis of 11 TNRD Community Water Systems
- Capital Projects Update from Manager of Utility Services T. McCabe
- Operations Update from Utility Services Supervisor Q. Smith
Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel
The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel is meeting to authenticate the 2025 parcel tax roll. The session includes the election of a committee chair and the adoption of previous meeting minutes.
- 2025 Parcel Tax Roll Authentication for Loon Lake Fire Protection Service
Advisory Planning Commission
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Advisory Planning Commission will review several zoning amendment and temporary use permit applications for Electoral Areas A, L, and N. The meeting will also adopt the minutes from the September 2, 2025, meeting.
- Zoning Amendment Application No. BA 279 for 1857 Noble Rd, Birch Island
- Zoning Amendment Application No. BA 256 for 1476 Old North Thompson Hwy, Blackpool
- Temporary Use Permit Application No. TUP 78 for 2741 Hwy 5A, Knutsford
- Temporary Use Permit Application No. TUP 84 for 975 Neilson Street, Coldwater
- Adoption of APC Meeting Minutes from September 2, 2025
Wells Gray Country Services Committee
The Wells Gray Country Services Committee will adopt the draft minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It will recommend that the Thompson‑Nicola Regional District increase the Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT) rate from 2% to 3% and continue to designate Tourism Wells Gray as the eligible entity for MRDT collection in Electoral Area “A” from November 1 2026 to October 31 2031. The committee will also recommend entering a five‑year Tourism Service Agreement between the District of Clearwater, Tourism Wells Gray, and the regional district, and will approve the 2026 meeting schedule.
- Adopt June 17, 2025 committee minutes (draft).
- Recommend MRDT rate increase from 2% to 3% for 2026‑2031 period.
- Support Tourism Wells Gray as the entity to collect MRDT in Electoral Area “A”.
- Propose a five‑year Tourism Service Agreement among Clearwater, Tourism Wells Gray, and TNRD.
- Approve the 2026 Wells Gray Country Services Committee meeting schedule.
Board of Directors Regular
The Board will consider and adopt several bylaws, including two Temporary Use Permits for seasonal asphalt production on Hwy 97C and a short‑term rental at Deadman‑Vidette Road. It will also approve a three‑year SaaS finance system contract with Catapult Services valued at $463,414. Additional items include a solid‑waste fee amendment and a notice‑enforcement bylaw update.
- Adopt Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 81 (Bylaw 2897) for seasonal asphalt production on Hwy 97C, Hamilton Hill
- Adopt Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 82 (Bylaw 2891) for short‑term rental at 6098 Deadman‑Vidette Road, Deadman
- Approve $463,414 three‑year SaaS finance system contract with Catapult Services Inc.
- Adopt Solid Waste Management Facilities Amendment Bylaw 2888 updating mattress fee schedules
- Adopt Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw 2902 amending Appendix 11 of Bylaw 2500
Electoral Area Directors
The directors will adopt the minutes from the October 23 meeting and receive a workload overview for the two Community Services Coordinators for fiscal year 2026, noting 105 hours available for additional projects. A verbal update from the Film Commissioner will be presented, followed by a round‑table of director reports on local issues. The meeting will be closed under Community Charter sections 90(1)(n) and 90(2)(b).
- Adopt Electoral Area Directors meeting minutes dated October 23, 2025
- Review 2026 Community Services Coordinators workplan, including 105 hours for extra projects
- Film Commission verbal update from Commissioner T. Hadwin
- Round‑table updates from directors on topics such as Lytton ferry cable repair and gravel road funding
- Close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(n) and 90(2)(b)
Policy and Governance Committee
The Policy and Governance Committee will adopt the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It will recommend the Board adopt the amended Board Correspondence Policy No. 1.1.14. It will also recommend approval of the amended Directors Mobile Computers Policy 3.1.1. Finally, the Committee will choose among three options for the Fringe Areas Policy 13.1.3: keep it unchanged, rename it, or forward its guidelines for future discussion.
- Adopt minutes of the Policy and Governance Committee meeting dated September 10, 2025
- Recommend Board adoption of amended Board Correspondence Policy No. 1.1.14
- Recommend Board approval of amended Directors Mobile Computers Policy 3.1.1
- Choose one of three options for Fringe Areas Policy 13.1.3 (status quo, rename to “Good Neighbour Land Use Planning Policy”, or defer guidelines to 2026)
- No other business items listed
Inaugural Board of Directors Regular
The board will adopt the Park Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2886, 2025 and appoint three directors to the 2025 Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel for the Loon Lake Fire Protection Service Area. It will also approve a total of $25,000 in regional grants to six community and arts societies. Additionally, staff will be directed to raise mattress recycling fees and to request a policy review of fire vehicle age limits with the provincial ministry.
- Adopt Park Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2886, 2025
- Appoint three directors to the 2025 Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel
- Approve $25,000 in grants to six societies (KAG $4,675; DFAA $5,000; WCT $5,000; ACRS $1,000; BCC $4,825; YCS $4,500)
- Increase residential mattress recycling fee to $20 per unit and commercial fee to $35 per unit
- Direct staff to send a letter to the Minister of Emergency Management requesting a performance‑based review of Fire Underwriters Survey vehicle age limits
Thompson Regional Hospital District
The Thompson Regional Hospital District board will adopt the minutes from its October 3, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation from the Kamloops Cancer Centre Supportive Care Society on the new InspireHealth Cancer Supportive Care Centre, and receive a virtual‑care update from the Royal Inland Hospital executive director. The board also reviews correspondence from the Regional District of Nanaimo Taxpayers Alliance and the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce, and decides to direct staff to request feasibility and cost information for adding an additional floor with a PET/CT scanner to the Kamloops Cancer Centre.
- Adopt October 3, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation on the InspireHealth Cancer Supportive Care Centre by Kamloops Cancer Centre Supportive Care Society
- Virtual Care update from Royal Inland Hospital Executive Director Karen Cooper
- Letters from Regional District of Nanaimo Taxpayers Alliance and Kamloops Chamber of Commerce concerning health services
- Board directs staff to seek feasibility and cost for an additional floor at Kamloops Cancer Centre to include a PET/CT scanner
Special - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive verbal status updates from General Managers regarding departmental operations. The primary focus of the meeting is the presentation and review of the first draft of the 2026-2030 Five-Year Financial Plan to align on future needs.
- Review of 2026-2030 Draft Five-Year Financial Plan Report
- Verbal departmental presentations from General Managers
- Adoption of Committee of the Whole meeting minutes from November 6 & 7, 2024
Agricultural Advisory Commission
The Agricultural Advisory Commission will consider three Agricultural Land Commission applications—ALR 252, ALR 253, and ALR 254—at its October 28, 2025 meeting. ALR 252 seeks permission to extract clean soil from a 236.13‑hectare property in Section 18, Township 22, Range 16, West of the 6th Meridian, KDYD, to create a cover for the Heffley Creek Landfill. The other two applications involve properties at 2238 Martin Prairie Rd, Pritchard, BC (ALR 253) and 3025 Rose Hill Rd, Knutsford, BC (ALR 254). The agenda also includes adoption of draft minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting and unfinished business on ALC decisions.
- Review of ALC Application No. ALR 252 – soil extraction for Heffley Creek landfill cover (Section 18, Township 22, Range 16, W6M, KDYD; 236.13 ha; Electoral Area “P”)
- Review of ALC Application No. ALR 253 – located at 2238 Martin Prairie Rd, Pritchard, BC (Lot 2, Section 5, Township 20, Range 13, W6M, KDYD; PID 004‑872‑100)
- Review of ALC Application No. ALR 254 – located at 3025 Rose Hill Rd, Knutsford, BC (Lot 1, Section 16, Township 19, Range 17, W6M, KDYD; PID 024‑497‑185)
- Adoption of draft AAC meeting minutes from June 24, 2025
- Unfinished business: ALC decisions
Board of Directors Regular
The board will vote on several bylaws, including the Board Code of Conduct and Directors Remuneration bylaws. It will authorize Section 57 notices for building infractions at Boston Bar Trail and Birch Island-Lost Creek Road and approve a direct‑action order for an unsightly premises at 121 Ferry Road. The meeting also includes support for a telecommunication tower at 724 Coldwater Road, a temporary use permit for highway asphalt production, and multiple grant applications, notably a $7 million Strategic Priorities Fund request for a Savona water‑treatment plant with additional $3 million funding from the Growing Communities Fund.
- Adopt Board Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 2893, 2025
- Adopt Board of Directors Remuneration Bylaw No. 2896, 2025
- Authorize Section 57 notices for building infractions at 1448 Boston Bar Trail and 3421 Birch Island‑Lost Creek Rd
- Approve direct‑action order and cost recovery for unsightly premises at 121 Ferry Road
- Apply for up to $7 M Strategic Priorities Fund (plus $3 M Growing Communities Fund) for Savona water‑treatment plant
Electoral Area Directors
The Electoral Area Directors will adopt the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. They will receive verbal updates on BC Assessment, the Electoral Area budget, the regional newsletter, and a Union of British Columbia Municipalities debrief. No other decisions are noted on the agenda.
- Adopt minutes of the Electoral Area Directors Meeting dated September 10, 2025
- Verbal update on BC Assessment from CFO C. Fox and GM Operations J. Vieira
- Verbal report on the Electoral Area budget from CFO C. Fox
- Verbal report on the regional newsletter and communications from Manager C. Davies
- Verbal debrief from the Union of British Columbia Municipalities by Advisor C. Kelley
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the 2025 second-quarter budget to actual variance results for the General Operating, Utility, and Capital funds. The meeting also includes verbal updates on the 2026 budget and BC Assessment.
- 2025 Second Quarter financial statements showing $43.7 million in General Fund revenue and $22.5 million in expenses
- Verbal update on the 2026 Budget
- Verbal update on BC Assessment
- Adoption of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes
Regional Solid Waste Management Committee
The Regional Solid Waste Management Committee will consider three options for the mattress drop‑off fee, including raising it to $20 per unit. It will also recommend whether to start a public procurement process for sending municipal solid waste to the Kamloops Area Destination Landfill. Additionally, the committee will endorse a draft plan to ban commercial food waste disposal in the City of Kamloops and Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality.
- Mattress drop‑off fee options: keep current fees, increase to $20 per unit, or set a different amount (Committee to recommend to Board).
- Kamloops Area Destination Landfill recommendation: maintain status quo or initiate a public procurement process.
- Endorsement of draft implementation plan for a commercial food waste disposal ban in City of Kamloops and Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality.
Thompson Regional Hospital District
The Thompson Regional Hospital District will hear presentations from Foundry Kamloops and BC Cancer. The board will also receive verbal reports from Interior Health regarding capital projects and the cancer care facility at Royal Inland Hospital.
- Presentation from Foundry Kamloops Association on services and project updates
- Presentation from BC Cancer regarding clinical operations and capital redevelopment
- Interior Health reports on Royal Inland Hospital general updates and capital projects
- Correspondence from Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District supporting a PET/CT scanner at Royal Inland Hospital
- Correspondence from the Village of Cache Creek regarding maternity service interruptions at Royal Inland Hospital
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review and recommend adoption of the Board Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 2893, 2025. It will also consider amendments to the Board Expense Policy 1.1.16, the Board of Directors Remuneration Bylaw No. 2896, 2025, and updates to the Board of Directors Procedure Bylaw No. 2895, 2025.
- Proposed Board Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 2893, 2025 – recommendation to adopt
- Amendments to Board Expense Policy 1.1.16 – recommendation to approve
- Board of Directors Remuneration Bylaw No. 2896, 2025 – review and discuss amendments
- Board of Directors Procedure Bylaw No. 2895, 2025 – review recommended changes
Board of Directors Regular
The board will adopt the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes and consider several development and policy items. It will move a Temporary Use Permit for a short‑term rental at 6098 Deadman‑Vidette Road to a public hearing, accept the Squamish‑Lillooet Regional District Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1890‑2025, and approve a $666,696 extension of the curbside collection contract with Environmental 360 Solutions Ltd and a $33,100 Canada Community Building Fund grant to the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives. Additional actions include adopting the 2026 meeting calendar and approving amended building‑violation and enforcement policies.
- Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 82 for 6098 Deadman‑Vidette Road, Deadman, BC
- Acceptance of Squamish‑Lillooet Regional District OCP Bylaw No. 1890‑2025
- Extension of curbside collection contract with Environmental 360 Solutions Ltd for $666,696
- Allocation of $33,100 CCBF grant to Nicola Valley Museum and Archives project
- Approval of Building Violation Enforcement Procedure Policy 9.1.1 and Bylaw Investigation & Enforcement Policy 9.1.3
Board of Variance
The Thompson‑Nicola Regional District Board of Variance will review Application No. BOV 67, which seeks to lower the front setback from 6 m to 3 m in the CR‑1 Country Residential zone for an accessory building at 3382 Powell Road, Pinantan Lake. The meeting will also adopt the draft minutes from the April 23, 2025 Board of Variance meeting and include a First Nations land acknowledgement. Items for unfinished business and adjournment are listed on the agenda.
- Review of Board of Variance Application No. BOV 67 – front setback reduction from 6 m to 3 m at 3382 Powell Rd, Pinantan Lake
- Adoption of draft minutes from the Board of Variance meeting held on April 23, 2025
- First Nations land acknowledgement of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc territory
- Unfinished business (no specific items detailed)
- Adjournment of the meeting
Board of Directors Regular
The Board of Directors will discuss several funding allocations from the Canada Community Building Fund and regional budgets. The meeting includes decisions on building infractions, a new library fees bylaw, and a proposed telecommunications tower. Members will also consider a feasibility study for a joint fire department in the Paul Lake/Pinantan Lake corridor.
- Allocation of up to $100,000 for Savona Water Treatment Plant engineering and archaeological work
- Allocation of $125,000 for a replacement tender for the Pritchard Fire Department
- Adoption of Library Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2890, 2025
- Proposed telecommunications tower on private property in Chase Rural (PID 025-295-641)
- Reallocation of $20,712 for a new furnace and heat pump at Barriere Library
Wells Gray Country Services Committee
The Wells Gray Country Services Committee will discuss unfinished business from the East Blackpool community meeting, receive updates from committee members and staff, and review capital planning for Electoral Area “A” from 2026–2030. The committee will also address the expiration of positions for Upper Clearwater and Birch Island.
- Adopt June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
- Community meeting update on East Blackpool
- Electoral Area “A” services update including Vavenby Community Hall stove replacement
- Future capital planning for Electoral Area “A” (2026–2030)
- Expiration of committee positions for Upper Clearwater and Birch Island
Policy and Governance Committee
The Policy and Governance Committee will adopt the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes. It will recommend that the Board approve amendments to the Building Violation Enforcement Procedure Policy 9.1.1 and to the Bylaw Investigation & Enforcement Policy 9.1.3. The Committee will also support drafting a new Bylaw for Board Code of Conduct and providing an education session for the Board. An overview of the Finance Committee Terms of Reference will be presented for information.
- Amendment to Building Violation Enforcement Procedure Policy 9.1.1 – recommendation for Board approval
- Amendment to Bylaw Investigation & Enforcement Policy 9.1.3 – recommendation for Board approval
- Board Code of Conduct Policy review – recommendation to draft a Bylaw and hold an education session
- Finance Committee Membership report – overview of Terms of Reference (for information only)
- Adoption of Policy and Governance Committee minutes from March 26, 2025
Electoral Area Directors
The Electoral Area Directors will vote to adopt the draft minutes of the August 14, 2025 meeting. They will receive a verbal update from Community Services Coordinators J. Kang and S. Madden. A roundtable discussion will follow before the meeting is adjourned.
- Adopt Electoral Area Directors Meeting Minutes – August 14, 2025
- Verbal update from Community Services Coordinators J. Kang and S. Madden
- First Nations land acknowledgement of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc territory
- Roundtable discussion among directors
- Adjournment of the meeting
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is discussing proposed revisions to its Terms of Reference to be recommended to the Board of Directors. The body will also receive updates on accessibility projects, grant opportunities, and the Accessibility Plan launch.
- Proposed increase of maximum committee membership from 10 to 12 members
- Proposed reduction of minimum annual meetings from four to two
- Review of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes
- Verbal report on accessibility projects and grant opportunities
- Verbal report on Accessibility Plan launch and feedback
Advisory Planning Commission
The Thompson‑Nicola Regional District Advisory Planning Commission will review three Temporary Use Permit applications, including TUP 80 for a two‑RV campground at 8637 Holding Road, TUP 81 for a site on Highway 97C at Hamilton Hill, and TUP 82 for a site on 6098 Deadman‑Vidette Road. The commission will also discuss secondary dwellings and an update to the Official Community Plan for Electoral Areas L, P, M and N. Unfinished business includes a status report on APC recommendations.
- TUP 80 – temporary campground for two RVs at 8637 Holding Road, up to three years
- TUP 81 – temporary use permit application for Douglas Lake Cattle Company on Highway 97C, Hamilton Hill
- TUP 82 – temporary use permit application at 6098 Deadman‑Vidette Road, Deadman
- Discussion of secondary dwellings
- Official Community Plan update for Electoral Areas L, P, M and N
Electoral Area Directors
The Electoral Area Directors will discuss the renewal of a Regional Planning service participation agreement with the City of Kamloops. The proposed agreement is for a five-year term starting January 1, 2026.
- Proposed five-year Regional Planning agreement with City of Kamloops
- Proposed tax requisition cap of $350,000 per year for the planning service
- Adoption of May 15, 2025 meeting minutes
Board of Directors Regular
The TNRD Board will adopt a zoning amendment adding recreational vehicle park use in Quilchena, issue a direct action order for the unsightly premises at 88 Walker Road, and recommend an Agricultural Land Commission subdivision for Sunshine Valley Road. It will also approve a bi‑annual CAO performance review, send a pre‑budget letter to MP Frank Caputo, and allocate major Canada Community Building Fund monies for water and fire‑hall projects.
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2884, 2025 to add RV park use in the CD‑2 zone (Quilchena)
- Approve direct action and cost assignment for unsightly premises at 88 Walker Road, with costs becoming taxes if unpaid by Dec 31 2025
- Recommend ALR Application No. ALR 247 to subdivide land for a road dedication at 2001 & 2148 Sunshine Valley Road
- Allocate up to $1,040,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund for a new Savona Water Treatment Plant
- Allocate up to $250,000 (split $125,000 each) from the Canada Community Building Fund for Monte Creek Firehall Phase 2
Board of Directors Regular
The Board of Directors will review zoning amendments for Rivershore and Quilchena and consider a security issuing bylaw for a $4,178,000 loan for the City of Merritt. The meeting includes several Agricultural Land Commission applications and a proposal for a joint Search and Rescue facility in Rayleigh.
- City of Merritt Security Issuing Bylaw No. 2887, 2025 for $4,178,000 borrowing
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2882, 2025 for Rivershore Drive
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2884, 2025 to add RV park use in Quilchena
- Grant application for up to $7,000,000 for a Savona water treatment plant
- Proposed joint funding for a Kamloops Fire Rescue and Search and Rescue facility in Rayleigh
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will adopt the minutes from its March 28, 2025 meeting. It will hear presentations from Telus, Rogers Communications, and Connected Communities. The board will discuss a report from Chief Librarian Judy Moore recommending that staff develop a flexible design for approximately 500 sq ft of leased space at the Village of Lytton Hub, prepare cost estimates for that space and a standalone library, and seek grant funding to re‑establish library services in Lytton. A brief update on Japanese beetle activity will also be provided.
- Adopt Committee of the Whole minutes dated March 28, 2025
- Presentations by Telus (Jarred Anderson), Rogers Communications (Kavi Bal), and Connected Communities (Megan Chadwick)
- Library Services – Lytton report: design ~500 sq ft leased space at Village of Lytton Hub, develop cost estimates for leased and standalone library, pursue grant funding
- Japanese beetle update from Community Services Manager K. Skrepnek
Thompson Regional Hospital District
The Thompson Regional Hospital District Board will adopt the minutes from its March 27, 2025 meeting. It will approve the 2024 Statement of Financial Information and the Directors Remuneration and Expense Report. The Board will also adopt Physician/Specialized Medical Professional Recruitment Fund Policy No. 168. A closed meeting will be considered for confidential negotiations with the provincial government.
- Adopt minutes of the March 27, 2025 Board meeting
- Approve the 2024 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI)
- Approve the 2024 Directors Remuneration and Expense Report
- Adopt Physician/Specialized Medical Professional Recruitment Fund Policy No. 168
- Consider a closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(n) and 90(2)(b)
Governance & Boundary Review Standing Committee
The Governance & Boundary Review Committee will consider two recommendations: reconvening after the fall 2026 local election, or using $50,550 to hire a consultant to identify priorities for a geographic boundary amendment or voting unit structure review. The meeting will also adopt minutes from the April 22, 2025 session and review survey feedback that showed mixed consensus on proceeding with a review.
- Adopt minutes from the Governance & Boundary Review Committee meeting held on April 22, 2025
- Recommendation to reconvene the committee after the fall 2026 local general election
- Recommendation to allocate $50,550 for a consultant to study boundary amendment or voting unit review
- Presentation of survey results showing no clear consensus among board members on a review
- Discussion of limited feedback from Electoral Area Directors on potential boundary changes
Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee
The Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee will review the final draft of the plan and recommend its adoption and implementation to the Board of Directors. The agenda also includes discussion of membership in the Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia. The plan was developed with a maximum cost of $100,000 funded from the Regional Parks reserve, and its implementation will be entered into the 2026 budgeting process.
- Review and recommendation to adopt the final draft of the Parks & Trails Strategic Plan
- Maximum development cost of $100,000 funded from the Regional Parks reserve
- Implementation costs to be considered in the 2026 budget, with possible regional or grant funding
- Discussion of Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia membership
- Incorporation of First Nations input and protection of cultural sites
Board of Directors Regular
The board will consider and vote on several bylaws, including a housekeeping amendment to Zoning Bylaw 2400 (Bylaw 2879) and a temporary borrowing bylaw to fund Monte Creek fire protection up to $1,250,000. It will also approve the purchase of four solid‑waste B‑train trailers for $1,459,201.80, authorize Section 57 notices for two building infractions, and adopt the 2024 financial statements and directors’ remuneration report.
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2879 – housekeeping changes to Zoning Bylaw 2400
- Approve Monte Creek Fire Protection Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 2885 to borrow up to $1,250,000
- Authorize purchase of four solid‑waste B‑train trailers from Ocean Trailer Ltd. for $1,459,201.80
- Authorize filing of Section 57 notices on titles for 2389 Aberdeen Rd (PID 003‑814‑980) and PID 014‑695‑448
- Approve 2024 Statements of Financial Information and Directors’ Remuneration Report
Utility Systems Committee
The Utility Systems Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair, review minutes from March 2025, and receive verbal updates on capital projects and grant opportunities.
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- Adoption of March 26, 2025 Committee Minutes
- Verbal report on Ground Water Exploration Project
- Verbal report on Savona Water Treatment Plant
- Discussion on UBCM Strategic Priority Fund
Agricultural Advisory Commission
The Agricultural Advisory Commission will adopt the draft minutes from the April 29, 2025 meeting. It will consider three Agricultural Land Commission applications: ALR 248 for removal of soil and placement of fill at 8748 Westsyde Rd; ALR 250 for a nursery operation at 2420 Miners Bluff Rd; and ALR 251 for a project at 165 Barclay St. The meeting will also address unfinished business on ALC decisions.
- Adopt draft AAC meeting minutes from April 29, 2025
- Review ALR 248 – soil removal and fill, accessory building at 8748 Westsyde Rd (Black Pines)
- Review ALR 250 – application by Sidhu & Sons Nursery Ltd at 2420 Miners Bluff Rd
- Review ALR 251 – application by Thompson‑Nicola Regional District at 165 Barclay St
- Unfinished business: ALC decisions
Wells Gray Country Services Committee
The Wells Gray Country Services Committee will vote to adopt the minutes from its March 4, 2025 meeting. It will hear updates from committee members, the Electoral Area “A” director and services coordinator. New business includes planning spring community meetings and reviewing the 2025‑2029 capital‑plan projects for Area A.
- Adopt the March 4, 2025 committee minutes
- Coordinate spring community meetings for each area (planned for May)
- Review and seek clarification on the 2025‑2029 Area A capital‑plan projects
- Vavenby Community Hall stove replacement approved under the provisional budget
- Streetlight quote request submitted for Sunshine Valley Rd and Old N. Thompson Hwy intersection
Board of Directors Regular (Out of Town) Board Meeting
The Thompson‑Nicola Regional District Board will adopt two zoning amendment bylaws, one to permit an expanded commercial compost facility on a roughly 60‑hectare parcel in Semlin Valley and another to rezone a property on the Trans‑Canada Highway in Walhachin. It will also consider several Agricultural Land Commission applications, approve up to $100,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund for a reservoir access road in the Del Oro community, and adopt policies and appointments related to elections, waste management, and bylaw enforcement.
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2869 to allow a commercial compost facility on ≈60 ha at 2990 Trans‑Canada Hwy, Semlin Valley
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2874 to rezone 6945 Trans‑Canada Highway, Walhachin from MH‑1 to RL‑1
- Allocate up to $100,000 of Canada Community Building Fund for design and construction of a Del Oro reservoir access road
- Appointment of Darren Abraham as Bylaw Enforcement Officer for TNRD bylaws
- Adopt Election Official Remuneration Policy 1.1.17
Board of Directors Regular
The board will adopt the minutes from the April 17 meeting and consider several land‑use actions, including filing Section 57 notices for two building infractions and introducing a zoning amendment. It will also approve a five‑year contract with Trace Associates Inc. for landfill water quality monitoring at an annual cost of $186,000 (up to $930,000 total). Additional items include a temporary use permit for traveler accommodation at 715 Green Lake South Road and a lease agreement for the former Tranquille Valley School property.
- Authorize filing a Section 57 notice on title for 1715 Chase‑Falkland Rd (Building Infraction BP014498)
- Authorize filing a Section 57 notice on title for East Barriere Lake property (Building Infraction BP017869)
- Introduce Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2879, 2025 for Zoning Bylaw 2400
- Award contract to Trace Associates Inc. for landfill water quality monitoring, $186,000 per year, up to $930,000 total
- Issue Notice to consider Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 79 for traveler accommodation at 715 Green Lake South Road for three years
Electoral Area Directors
The Electoral Area Directors will hear a presentation from the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and a separate presentation from the Ministry of Water, Land, and Resource Stewardship on drought information. A verbal update on the Cooperative Community Wildfire Response Program will be provided by Operations General Manager J. Vieira. The meeting also includes a round‑table where each Electoral Area director shares local updates.
- Presentation by BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (District Manager Graeme Schimpf)
- Presentation by Ministry of Water, Land, and Resource Stewardship (Hydrologist Nicole Pyett, Agrologist William Shaw, Water Projects Specialist Tyler Andersen) on drought information
- Cooperative Community Wildfire Response Program update by Operations GM J. Vieira
- Adoption of Electoral Area Directors Meeting Minutes from March 27, 2025
- Round‑table discussion with directors from Electoral Areas A, B, E, I, J, L, M, N, O, and P
Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee
The Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee will receive a report from LEES + Associates on the second round of public engagement and discuss proposed revisions to the draft plan. The committee will also adopt the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting and outline next steps for the plan’s finalization.
- Adopt minutes of the March 6, 2025 committee meeting (Agenda item 4.1).
- Receive and discuss the "Round 2 Engagement – What We Heard & Proposed Revisions" report (Agenda item 5.1).
- Identify next steps for revising the Draft Parks & Trails Strategic Plan (Agenda item 6).
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission will consider three applications: Zoning Amendment No. BA 277 to change the CD-2 zone at 6500 Highway 5A from a campground to a recreational vehicle park, Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 79 for 715 Green Lake South Rd in Green Lake, and Zoning Amendment No. BA 275 for the Rivershore Estates & Golf Links strata development on Rivershore Dr. The commission will also address unfinished business on APC application status before adjourning.
- Zoning Amendment Application No. BA 277 – change CD-2 zone at 6500 Highway 5A, Quilchena, BC, from campground to RV park with site‑specific conditions
- Temporary Use Permit Application No. TUP 79 – request for temporary use at 715 Green Lake South Rd, Green Lake, BC (Couldwell)
- Zoning Amendment Application No. BA 275 – rezoning for Strata Lots 1‑200 on Rivershore Dr, Rivershore, BC (Rivershore Estates & Golf Links)
- Adoption of minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting
- Unfinished business: APC application status
Agricultural Advisory Commission
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is requesting approval to subdivide Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) land at 6088 Gardi Road in Cherry Creek to build a fire hall serving the communities of Cherry Creek and Tobiano. The proposed 0.8 ha (2 acre) site is currently vacant and not used for agriculture.
- ALR 242: Subdivision and Non-Farm Use for fire hall at 6088 Gardi Rd
- ALR 243: Application at 3991 Hwy 5A in Electoral Area L
- ALR 244: Application at Hwy 97C in Electoral Area N
- ALR 247: Application at 2001/2148 Sunshine Valley Rd in Electoral Area N
- ALR 246: Application at 1715 Chase-Falkland Rd in Electoral Area L
Board of Variance
The Board of Variance will consider two requests to reduce required property setbacks for residential structures. Both applications involve homes or additions that were placed slightly outside of zoning requirements.
- BOV 68: Request to reduce front yard setback from 6.0m to 5.55m for a modular home and to 4.22m for a landing at 3248 Powell Road
- BOV 69: Request to reduce south side yard setback from 1.5m to 1.4m for a principal residence at 6648 Monck Park Road
Governance & Boundary Review Standing Committee
The Governance & Boundary Review Standing Committee will adopt the minutes from its December 13, 2024 meeting. A verbal report on the Governance and Boundary Review Survey results will be presented by General Manager A. Bennett Arrieta and Communications Manager C. Davies. The committee will consider direction for the next steps in the boundary review process.
- Adopt minutes of the Governance and Boundary Review Standing Committee meeting dated Dec 13, 2024
- Verbal report on Governance and Boundary Review Survey results by GM A. Bennett Arrieta and Communications Manager C. Davies
- Consider committee direction for next steps in the boundary review study
Board of Directors Regular
The board will consider two site‑specific zoning amendment bylaws for properties on the Trans‑Canada Highway, adopt a new Community Water and Wastewater System Regulation and Management Bylaw, and approve multiple funding requests including $225,000 for a civic building roof replacement and $145,000 for a fire‑rescue tender. It will also review a temporary use permit for a trucking business, an agricultural land subdivision, and a variance request, and approve $31,325 in regional grants. Finally, the board will allocate up to $730,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund for groundwater well projects in the Spences Bridge, Del Oro, Maple Mission, and Evergreen community water systems.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2869 for a commercial compost facility at 2990 Trans‑Canada Hwy, Semlin Valley
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2874 to rezone 6945 Trans‑Canada Highway, Walhachin from MH‑1 to RL‑1
- Adoption of Community Water and Wastewater System Regulation and Management Bylaw No. 2855
- Approval of $225,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund for the Civic Building roof over the Kamloops Library
- Allocation of up to $730,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund for groundwater well projects in Areas I, L, O, and P
Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee
The Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee will review 2025 operational plans and funding allocations for terrestrial invasive plants. The body will discuss how to improve coordination among various land managers and identify additional organizations for collaborative management.
- Election of Vice Chair
- Review of March 5, 2025, meeting minutes
- Enbridge Sunrise Expansion project biosecurity and surveys in Logan Lake and Merritt
- BC Parks treatment and survey plans for sites including Wells Gray, Lac Le Jeune, and Paul Lake
- Trans Mountain Corporation management of 450km of pipeline in the TNRD
Regional Solid Waste Management Committee
The Regional Solid Waste Management Committee is reviewing a five-year effectiveness report of the Regional Solid Waste Management Plan to provide feedback for the Ministry of Environment and Parks. The body is also receiving updates on a 2024 waste composition study and a plastics recycling pilot.
- Regional Solid Waste Management Plan Five-Year Effectiveness Review (cost: $22,510)
- 2024 Region-Wide Waste Composition Study findings
- Cleanfarms agricultural plastics recycling pilot update regarding reduced scope and loss of grant funding
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
Finance Committee
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Finance Committee will review first quarter financial statements and discuss reserve investment strategies. Staff will also present a report on leveraging a cooperative purchasing group for goods and services.
- Review of 2025 first quarter financial statements
- Discussion on reserve investment strategies
- Report on leveraging Canoe Procurement Group for cooperative purchasing
- Consideration of amending Procurement Policy No. 5.6.1
- Presentation on tax communication brochure
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will adopt the minutes from the February 21, 2025 meeting. It will hear presentations from BC Transit, an emergency operations centre preparedness update, and a BC Wildfire presentation. The Chief Financial Officer will present a report on the potential financial impacts of recent U.S. tariffs and proposed mitigation measures, marked for information only.
- Adopt minutes of Committee of the Whole meeting dated February 21, 2025
- BC Transit presentation by Manager of Government Relations Daynika White
- EOC preparedness update presented by Community Services Manager K. Skrepnek
- BC Wildfire presentation by Kamloops Fire Centre staff Jeff Dunne and Nicole Bonnet
- CFO report on impact of recent U.S. tariffs and mitigation strategies (for information only)
Thompson Regional Hospital District
The Thompson Regional Hospital District Board will consider a resolution to borrow up to $1,000,000 for operating needs. It will also vote to approve the audited financial statements for 2024 and make them publicly available. A presentation from external auditor Mario Piroddi of BDO Canada LLP is scheduled, and staff will be directed to set an additional meeting on June 27 to review the 2024 Statement of Financial Information.
- Temporary Borrowing Resolution No. 25-2025 for $1,000,000
- Approval of 2024 audited financial statements
- Adoption of minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting
- Presentation by Mario Piroddi (BDO Canada LLP) – audit opinion
- Directive to schedule a June 27, 2025 meeting for the 2024 SOFI report
Board of Directors Regular
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board will consider adopting a 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan with total expenditures of $91.2 million, along with zoning amendments for Red Lake and Tobiano. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a Red Lake zoning change and discussions on dangerous dog control and building infraction notices.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2862, 2025 (Red Lake)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2868, 2025 (Tobiano)
- 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2870 ($91.2M total)
- Dangerous Dog Control Service Amendment Bylaw No. 2865, 2024
- Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2862, 2025
Electoral Area Directors
The Electoral Area Directors will adopt the minutes from the January 22 meeting. They will discuss the level of TNRD involvement in advancing rural and remote internet connectivity. They will vote on a one‑year pilot for a casual Community Grant Writer funded at $45,500 from the Electoral Area Grant‑In‑Aid amounts, contingent on successful grant applications.
- Adopt Electoral Area Directors Meeting minutes dated January 22, 2025
- Provide direction to staff on TNRD’s role in rural and remote internet connectivity
- Approve a 1‑year Community Grant Writer pilot costing $45,500 (1,124 casual hours)
- Funding to come from each EA’s Grant‑In‑Aid amounts, subject to grant success
Utility Systems Committee
The Utility Systems Committee will adopt the minutes from its December 11, 2024 meeting. It will hear verbal reports on a ground‑water exploration project funded by the Canada Community Building Fund and on the Growing Communities Fund allocation for the Savona Water Treatment Plant. The committee also postpones the election of its chair and vice‑chair to June 25, 2025. No additional business is listed.
- Postponement of election of Committee Chair and Vice‑Chair to June 25, 2025
- Adoption of Utility Systems Committee minutes dated December 11, 2024
- Ground Water Exploration Project – Canada Community Building Fund (verbal report)
- Growing Communities Fund allocation – Savona Water Treatment Plant (verbal report)
Policy and Governance Committee
The Policy and Governance Committee will discuss board travel expenses and potential updates to the Board Procedure Bylaw. The committee is also seeking a recommendation for the Board to approve amendments to Communications Policy 1.2.4 based on survey results.
- Proposed amendments to Communications Policy 1.2.4
- Discussion on Board Expense Policy 1.1.16 regarding travel reimbursements
- Overview of potential updates to the Board of Directors Procedure Bylaw
- Adoption of January 23, 2025 meeting minutes
Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee
The Parks & Trails Strategic Plan Development Standing Committee is reviewing a draft strategic plan for regional park and trail services. This review occurs before the draft is released for a second round of public engagement.
- Review of the draft Parks & Trails Strategic Plan
- Verbal report from LEES + Associates on Round 2 Engagement
- Adoption of November 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Strategic plan budget of maximum $100,000 funded from regional parks reserve fund
Board of Directors Regular
The Thompson‑Nicola Regional District Board will consider and vote on several bylaws, including adopting Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2843, 2024 to permit light industrial uses at 2182 Settlers Road. It will also adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2861, 2025 to rezone 1620 Lance Road, and approve the Film Commission Services Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2876, 2025. Additional approvals include $175,000 for a fire‑protection garage in Little Fort and up to $340,000 for library capital projects.
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2843, 2024 – light industrial, heavy equipment storage, admin office at 2182 Settlers Rd, Lower Nicola
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2861, 2025 – rezone 1620 Lance Rd, Pritchard from AF‑1 to SH‑1
- Adopt Film Commission Services Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2876, 2025
- Approve $175,000 from Canada Community Building Fund for a 2‑bay garage at 152 Highway 24, Little Fort (split $25,000 EA and $150,000 EO)
- Approve library funding: $90,000 for Merritt Library roof replacement and $250,000 for regional library mobile and North Kamloops renovation
Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee
The Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee is meeting to review its 2025 annual work plan and operational plan for terrestrial invasive plants. The committee will discuss education outreach, school programs, and coordination between regional land managers.
- Projected 2025 operational budget of ~$100,000
- Proposed $35,000 contribution from Thompson-Nicola Regional District
- Short-term contract with Kristi Gordon to develop K-12 school program content
- Community Weed Pull Challenge offering $200 honorariums to the first 10 groups
- Proposed annual field day in the Spence's Bridge or Lytton area
Wells Gray Country Services Committee
The Wells Gray Country Services Committee will adopt the draft minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting and receive updates on services and capital projects. It will discuss spring community meetings and a listing of 2025‑2029 capital plan projects for Area A. The Committee will also approve a $3,000 grant for 2024 and a recurring $10,000 per‑year allocation for 2025‑2029 to support the Tourism Wells Gray Visitor Information Centre.
- Adopt December 10, 2024 meeting minutes (draft)
- Approve $3,000 from the 2024 Economic Development & Tourism grant for the Visitor Information Centre
- Approve $10,000 per year (2025‑2029) from Economic Development funds for the Visitor Information Centre
- Discuss spring community meetings
- Provide a listing of 2025‑2029 capital plan projects for Electoral Area “A”
Finance Committee
The committee will hear an audit status update from BDO Canada LLP and two financial reports: the 2024 third‑quarter budget‑to‑actual variance for the General Operating, Utility and Capital funds, and a preview of 2025 taxation implications. Both reports are presented for information only and no formal actions are required. The agenda also includes the election of a chair and vice‑chair, adoption of the October 16, 2024 minutes, and routine agenda changes.
- Audit status update presentation by Mario Piroddi, BDO Canada LLP
- 2024 third‑quarter financial statements – variance to budget for General Operating, Utility and Capital funds
- 2025 Taxation Implications report based on the 2024 completed tax roll
- Adoption of Finance Committee minutes from October 16, 2024
- Election of committee chair and vice‑chair
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing the level of involvement the TNRD should take in advancing rural and remote internet connectivity. Staff have proposed three levels of engagement: Advocate, Support, or Participate.
- Presentation by RCMP Superintendent Jeff Pelley on resources, crime trends, and rural strategies
- Report on rural internet connectivity proposing 'Advocate', 'Support', or 'Participate' involvement levels
- Discussion of Connected Communities BC (CCBC) funding which covers 75% to 90% of construction costs
- Estimated costs for CCBC funding applications ($100,000) and CRTC negotiations ($100,000 - $150,000)
- Adoption of Committee of the Whole meeting minutes from December 13, 2024
Board of Directors Regular
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board will vote on several zoning amendment bylaws, authorize Section 57 notices for two building infractions, adopt new privacy and records bylaws, and approve a $6,750 sponsorship for the 2025 SILGA convention. It will also consider a heritage registration request for the 70 Mile House Garage and a temporary use permit for RV living at Cherry Creek Mobile Home Park.
- Authorize Section 57 notice for 6648 Pressy Lake Rd (Christa Livingston) and 6688 Tingley St (RKJ Enterprises Ltd).
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2862 to rezone Red Lake property from AF-1 to LA-1.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2866 to reduce minimum parcel size at 4705 Stoney Place, Pritchard.
- Adopt Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw No. 2871, 2025.
- Approve $6,750 sponsorship for the 2025 Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) convention.
Inaugural Thompson Regional Hospital District
The Thompson Regional Hospital District is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will consider adopting a five-year financial plan and two bylaws for Interior Health capital projects.
- Five-Year Financial Plan 2025-2029 Bylaw No. 165 with 2025 expenditures of $42,237,235
- Major Capital Bylaw No. 167 for projects over $100,000 totaling $6,103,876
- Minor Capital Equipment Bylaw No. 166 for projects under $100,000 totaling $761,053
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review the final version of the TNRD Accessibility Plan to determine if it should be presented to the Board of Directors for adoption. The meeting also includes a presentation on the City of Kamloops Accessibility Plan.
- Review of the final TNRD Accessibility Plan for recommended Board adoption
- Presentation from Ben Chobater regarding the City of Kamloops Accessibility Plan
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Adoption of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission will review Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. BA 263 to rezone the property at 6945 Trans‑Canada Highway, Walhachin from MH‑1 (Manufactured Home Park) to RL‑1 (Rural Residential) and seek Agricultural Land Commission approval for a non‑adhering residential use allowing a second dwelling of 186 sq m. The commission will also consider Temporary Use Permit Application No. TUP 77 for a three‑year permit to operate a sole‑proprietor trucking and hauling business at 2527 Aberdeen Road, Lower Nicola. Unfinished business includes an update on the status of applications from January 2025.
- Zoning Amendment Application No. BA 263 – rezoning 6945 Trans‑Canada Hwy, Walhachin from MH‑1 to RL‑1 and request for non‑adhering residential use (second dwelling 186 sq m)
- Temporary Use Permit Application No. TUP 77 – three‑year permit for trucking/hauling business at 2527 Aberdeen Rd, Lower Nicola
- APC Application Status – review of pending applications (January 2025)
- Adoption of minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting
- Election of chair
Agricultural Advisory Commission
The Agricultural Advisory Commission will consider a request to rezone a property from a manufactured home park to rural residential and approve a second dwelling in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The applicant seeks to build a 186-square-meter home for family support.
- Review of rezoning and second dwelling request (ALR 241) at 6945 Trans-Canada Hwy
- Review of ALR application (ALR 239) at Green Lake
- Discussion of ALC decisions from previous meetings
- Adoption of minutes from the October 30, 2024, meeting
Board of Directors Regular
The TNRD Board will consider authorizing five-year contracts for mosquito surveillance programs and a zoning amendment for a property in Pritchard. The meeting also includes appointments for corporate officer roles and a closed session regarding preliminary service negotiations.
- Authorize $375,000 contract for Nicola Valley Mosquito Program
- Authorize $1,625,000 contract for North Thompson Mosquito Program
- Consider rezoning 1620 Lance Road, Pritchard, to Small Holding Zone
- Consider floodplain exemption for modular home at 98 Cornell Road, Loon Lake
- Authorize new food-primary liquor licence for Evergreen Bistro and Bar
Policy and Governance Committee
The Policy and Governance Committee is reviewing several proposed policy amendments and new bylaws to recommend for Board approval. These include updates to conduct and communication guidelines and new regulations for records management and privacy.
- Proposed amendment to Board Code of Conduct Policy 1.1.13
- Proposed amendment to Social Media Policy 4.1.1
- Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw No. 2871, 2025
- Corporate Information and Electronic Records Management Bylaw No. 2872
- Information update on Communications Policy 1.2.4 and public engagement plan
Electoral Area Directors
The Electoral Area Directors will elect a new Chair and Vice‑Chair. Directors will receive reports on development fees, the Advocacy Framework, and reserve subsidies for information only. The Committee will recommend that the Board approve the amended Electoral Area Grant‑in‑Aid Funding Policy 5.1.4. A discussion on the Capital and Operating Reserve Fund will also be held.
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice‑Chair
- Report on Development Procedure Bylaw and Planning Application Fee (information only)
- Advocacy Framework Review report (information only)
- Recommendation to approve Electoral Area Grant‑in‑Aid Funding Policy 5.1.4 as amended
- Discussion of Capital and Operating Reserve Fund