Trail public meetings in 2025
32 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
The Trail City Council will consider and resolve the adoption of Bylaw No. 2964, 2025, which amends the Waterworks and Sanitary Sewer Regulation by updating user rates for domestic, commercial and metered accounts. The bylaw is set to come into force on January 1, 2026. Council will also review a draft Official Community Plan (OCP) bylaw and adopt the meeting agenda.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 2964, 2025 – amendment of water and sanitary sewer fees
- Fee schedule changes include new annual lump‑sum and monthly rates for unmetered and metered accounts
- Bylaw to take effect on January 1, 2026
- Review of Draft Official Community Plan (OCP) bylaw
- Adoption of the special council meeting agenda
Regular Council
The City of Trail Council will discuss infrastructure contracts, land sales, and utility rate changes. The meeting includes planning updates for the 2026 BC Winter Games and minor hockey championships.
- Proposed contract award of $887,019.60 to Brenton Industries Ltd. for 1200 Block Dewdney Avenue Rebuild
- Proposed sale of three city-owned lots adjacent to 1584 Pine Avenue for $1
- Proposed $118,755.19 award to Sapphire for Council Chambers video conference upgrades
- Proposed 9% increase to 2026 water rates and 0% increase to sewer rates
- Proposed $27,500 cash contribution for the 2026 BC Winter Games
Special Council
The Trail City Council will adopt the meeting agenda and consider staff recommendations. Council will review the draft Official Community Plan (OCP) bylaw. An update on the City of Trail Strategic Priorities for 2024‑2026 will also be presented.
- Adopt agenda for the special council meeting
- Review draft Official Community Plan (OCP) bylaw
- Presentation of update on City of Trail Strategic Priorities 2024‑2026
Regular Council
The Council will consider and vote on several items, including proposed 2026 water and sewer rate changes, renewal of the funding and management services agreement with Teck Metals Ltd. for the Trail Health and Environment Committee, approval of a $70,920 website design contract, and a three‑year recreation funding agreement with the Village of Warfield. Additional items include adopting the 2026 Regular Council meeting schedule and the amended Community Safety Task Force Terms of Reference.
- 2026 water rates – projected decreases of 10%, 9% and 8% with added parcel tax contributions (Worksheet E, G, I)
- 2026 sewer rates – projected 0% change with tax contribution reallocation (Worksheet F, H)
- Renewal of the funding and management services agreement with Teck Metals Ltd. to support the Trail Health and Environment Committee for 2026
- Award of the Website Design and Development Contract to Graphically Speaking Services Inc. for a base price of $70,920
- Three‑year Recreation Funding Agreement with the Village of Warfield, effective Jan 1 2026, with a 3% annual fee increase
Regular Council
The Trail City Council will vote to decline a private columbarium proposal from Kootenay Enterprises Inc. (DBA Clark’s Funeral Services). It will direct staff to acquire and install a city‑owned columbarium at Mountain View Cemetery and to update Bylaw No. 1711 and its fee structure. The council will also consider revisions to the cemetery bylaw and the contribution rate to the Cemetery Care Fund.
- Decline private columbarium proposal from Kootenay Enterprises Inc.
- Approve city‑owned columbarium acquisition and update Bylaw No. 1711 fees
- Approve Website Design and Development contract to Graphically Speaking Services Inc. for $70,920 plus taxes
- Authorize 3‑year Recreation Funding Agreement with Village of Warfield (3% annual fee increase)
- Adopt revised Proclamation Policy No. GG004.4
Regular Council
The Trail City Council will adopt its agenda, resolve into a Committee of the Whole, receive departmental updates and the third‑quarter financial report, and appoint a new Approving Officer. It will consider several resolutions, including a $141,611 contract for the McBride Street Playground replacement, rental waivers for community groups, and requests for proclamations. The meeting will also address the Trail/Warfield Amalgamation Study Terms of Reference and other correspondence.
- Award McBride Street Playground Replacement project to Green Roots Play Equipment Inc. for $141,611 (exclusive of GST)
- Approve $5,000 rental waiver for Trail Curling Association (final lease payment for 2024/2025 season)
- Approve $388 rental waiver for Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy program at Cominco Gymnasium
- Consider proclamation of June 30 as Indigenous Survivors Day – National Blanket Ceremony Day
- Consider proclamation of December as Christian Heritage Month
Regular Council
Trail City Council will consider awarding a contract for the McBride Street Park Playground Replacement to Green Roots Play Equipment Inc. for $141,611.00. The meeting also includes the adoption of policy revisions and the consideration of grant applications for the Trail Curling Association and the Lower Columbia Metis Management Society.
- Award contract for McBride Street Park Playground Replacement to Green Roots Play Equipment Inc. for $141,611.00
- Adopt amended Terms of Reference for the Major Downtown Development Advisory Committee
- Appoint two additional members to the Community Safety Task Force Committee
- Consider grant applications for Trail Curling Association ($5,000) and Lower Columbia Metis Management Society ($1,000)
- Adopt revised Employee Code of Conduct and Respectful Workplace policies
Regular Council
The Council will consider several policy updates, including adopting a revised Employee Code of Conduct and a new Respectful Workplace Policy while removing the duplicate Conflict of Interest policy. It will decide on multiple grant and waiver requests, such as a $1,000 grant for the Lower Columbia Metis Society and a $5,000 rental waiver for the Trail Curling Association. A notice of motion will direct staff to prepare a report clarifying the City’s jurisdiction and enforcement role regarding unauthorized encampments on Crown land within Trail’s boundaries. The meeting also includes routine updates, minutes approval, and other financial reports.
- Adopt revised Employee Code of Conduct Policy No. PD003.1
- Adopt revised Respectful Workplace Policy No. PD008.2 (titled "Violence in the Workplace")
- Approve $1,000 cash grant to Lower Columbia Metis Management Society for food‑tray replacement
- Approve $5,000 rental waiver for Trail Curling Association’s final lease payment
- Direct staff to prepare a report clarifying City jurisdiction over Crown land encampments and related communication protocols
Regular Council
The City of Trail Council will review the 2025 second quarter financial report and discuss staffing and planning for Communities in Bloom. The body is also deciding on several fee increases and a grant application for the Charles Lakes Drive Watermain project.
- Proposed contract award to Bartlett Tree Experts for $58,575.30 for Tree Inventory & Assessment
- Bylaw No. 2963 to increase fees and charges for recreational services
- Bylaw No. 2962 to establish Conference Room rental rates at Trail Riverfront Centre
- Grant application for the Charles Lakes Drive Watermain project
- Proposed $10,000 for a third-party consultant for a flowerbed transition plan
Public Hearing
The Trail City Council will hold a public hearing to consider three zoning amendment bylaws (No. 2958, 2959 and 2960). Each amendment proposes rezoning a specific property—1584 Diamond Street, 112 Rossland Avenue, and 710 Spokane Street—from Small Lot Residential (R3) to Small Lot Residential (R3A) to permit short‑term rental accommodations. The hearing will include presentations by proponents, public comments, and council questions. The council will decide whether to adopt the amendments.
- Rezoning 1584 Diamond Street to Small Lot Residential (R3A) for short‑term rentals (Bylaw No. 2958)
- Rezoning 112 Rossland Avenue to Small Lot Residential (R3A) for short‑term rentals (Bylaw No. 2959)
- Rezoning 710 Spokane Street to Small Lot Residential (R3A) for short‑term rentals (Bylaw No. 2960)
Regular Council
The City of Trail Council will consider several zoning amendments for short-term rentals and updates to municipal fees. The meeting includes delegations from a Member of Parliament and the Sinixt Confederacy, as well as a proposal to create a committee for downtown mixed-use redevelopment.
- Rezonings for short-term rentals at 1584 Diamond Street, 112 Rossland Avenue, and 710 Spokane Street
- Increase of Trail Regional Airport parking fees to $5.00 per day and $30.00 per week
- 3% increase to all fees in the Trail Recreation Fee Bylaw No. 2782
- New $25.00 hourly Conference Room Rental Rate for Trail Museum and Archives
- Economic Development fund allocations: $12,376 to Community Futures, $27,481 to Chamber of Commerce, and $81,060 to LCCDTS
Regular Council
Council will consider and resolve several items, including rezoning three properties for short‑term rental accommodation, increasing vehicle parking fees at the Trail Regional Airport, and setting a $25.00 per hour conference room rental rate at the Riverfront Centre. The meeting also includes a 3% increase to recreation fees, a $100,000 capital budget reallocation to Bilesky Park, and approval of economic development funding allocations. Additionally, the council will vote on a three‑year renewal of a temporary use permit for an emergency shelter at 2039 Riverside Avenue.
- Rezoning of 1584 Diamond Street (Bylaw No. 2958) for short‑term rentals
- Rezoning of 112 Rossland Avenue (Bylaw No. 2959) for short‑term rentals
- Rezoning of 710 Spokane Street (Bylaw No. 2960) for short‑term rentals
- Increase of Trail Regional Airport parking fees to $5.00 per day and $30.00 per week (Bylaw No. 2961)
- Conference room rental rate at Trail Riverfront Centre set at $25.00 per hour, inclusive of equipment
Special Council
The Trail City Council will adopt its agenda and then resolve to exclude the public and enter a closed session under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) and 90(1)(l). The closed session will address matters such as land acquisition and discussions with municipal officers. The meeting also includes presentations of requests to provincial ministers on permanent shelter and supportive housing, RCMP overtime cost sharing, Selkirk College funding impacts, and regional detox and recovery services.
- Resolution to exclude the public and convene a closed session per Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) and 90(1)(l)
- Request to the Minister of Housing for continued effort to locate a permanent shelter and supportive housing site
- Request to the Minister of Public Safety for equitable cost‑sharing on RCMP overtime, estimated at $676,000 for 2024/2025
- Request to the Minister of Post‑Secondary Education regarding Selkirk College’s $9 million revenue shortfall from reduced international student enrollment
- Request to the Minister of Health for funding to establish a regional detox and recovery facility in the West Kootenays
Regular Council
The City of Trail Council will discuss a Crime Prevention through Environmental Design report for downtown and consider several lease and policy enforcement items. The body is also reviewing the 2024 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information.
- Proposal to notify owners of 1125 Tamarac Avenue to remove debris and vehicles within 30 days
- Lease agreement for West Kootenay Minor Softball Association to install a batting cage at Haley Park
- Proposed 18-month grace period for memorial bench sponsors to renew under Policy PW015.1
- Rental waiver request of $268.95 for Kootenay South Metis use of Gyro Park
- Reallocation of a $7,500 grant to the Rural Resilience proposal
Regular Council
The City of Trail Council will discuss a zoning amendment for a short-term rental property and a cleanup order for a property on Highway 22A. The meeting also includes a presentation from FortisBC regarding gas meter upgrades and the adoption of several previous resolutions.
- Bylaw No. 2957, 2025 to rezone 490 Austad Lane for short-term rental accommodation
- Proposed cleanup order for unsightly premises at 8494 Highway 22A
- Proposed $1,000 annual cash contribution to Trail Wildlife Association for Columbia River Shoreline Cleanup Project
- Commitment to host Little League Championships at Andy Bilesky Park with capital improvements
- FortisBC presentation on Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Project for gas meters
Public Hearing
The City of Trail Council is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2957. This proposal would rezone 490 Austad Lane to allow for the operation of a short-term rental accommodation.
- Proposed rezoning of 490 Austad Lane from Small Lot Residential Zone (R3) to Small Lot Residential Zone (R3A)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2957 to permit short-term rental accommodation (rentals for less than four consecutive weeks)
Regular Council
The Trail City Council will consider and resolve to adopt three zoning amendment bylaws that rezone properties at 1589 Fourth Avenue, 1167 Columbia Avenue and 490 Austad Lane to permit short‑term rental accommodations. The council will also approve two service contracts—$35,000 per year for a crack‑sealing program and $50,150 for a dust‑suppressant program. Additional items include a $1,000 cash grant to the Trail Wildlife Association, confirmation of hosting Little League championships at Andy Bilesky Park, and approval of updates to the BC Digital Road Atlas.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 2953 to rezone 1589 Fourth Avenue for short‑term rentals
- Adopt Bylaw No. 2954 to rezone 1167 Columbia Avenue for short‑term rentals
- Adopt Bylaw No. 2957 to rezone 490 Austad Lane for short‑term rentals
- Approve 2025‑2027 Crack Sealing Program contract to Back to Black Sealcoating, up to $35,000 per year (incl. GST)
- Approve 2025‑2027 Dust Suppressant Program contract to Dynamic Landscaping Ltd., $50,150 (exclusive of taxes)
Regular Council
The Council will consider and vote on several zoning amendment bylaws for properties at 8323 Old Waneta Road, 1589 Fourth Avenue, and 1167 Columbia Avenue, allowing new housing and short‑term rentals. It will also approve the award of two road‑maintenance contracts: the 2025‑2027 Crack Sealing Program to Back to Black Sealcoating for up to $35,000 per year (incl. GST) and the Dust Suppressant Program to Dynamic Landscaping Ltd. for $50,150 (exclusive of taxes). Additional items include designating Lt. Robert Hampton Gray Day on August 9 2025 and issuing an unsightly‑premises notice for 798 Short Street.
- Rezoning of 8323 Old Waneta Road for a four‑unit townhouse (Bylaw No. 2950)
- Rezoning of 1589 Fourth Avenue for short‑term rental accommodation (Bylaw No. 2953)
- Rezoning of 1167 Columbia Avenue for short‑term rental accommodation (Bylaw No. 2954)
- Award of 2025‑2027 Crack Sealing Program contract to Back to Black Sealcoating, up to $35,000 per year inclusive of GST
- Award of 2025‑2027 Dust Suppressant Program contract to Dynamic Landscaping Ltd., $50,150 exclusive of taxes
Public Hearing
The City of Trail Council is holding a public hearing to consider zoning amendments for two residential properties. The proposed changes would allow these properties to operate as short-term rental accommodations.
- Bylaw 2953: Proposed rezoning of 1589 Fourth Avenue from R1 to R1A for short-term rentals
- Bylaw 2954: Proposed rezoning of 1167 Columbia Avenue (also listed as 1168 Columbia Avenue) from R1 to R1A for short-term rentals
Special Council
The City of Trail Council will consider Bylaw No. 2955, 2025 to adopt the five‑year financial plan for 2025‑2029. It will also consider Bylaw No. 2956, 2025 to adopt the 2025 municipal tax rates, including a $260 flat tax for residential properties. A resolution will move the meeting into closed session to discuss annual report matters under Community Charter Section 90.
- Bylaw No. 2955, 2025 – adoption of the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan
- Bylaw No. 2956, 2025 – adoption of the 2025 municipal tax rates (flat tax $260 per residential property)
- Resolution to exclude the public and enter closed session per Community Charter Section 90
- Presentation of Schedule A revenue and expense tables for the financial plan
- Adoption of agenda for the special council meeting
Public Hearing
The City of Trail Council is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2952. The proposal would rezone 1399 Birch Avenue from Small Lot Residential Zone (R3) to Small Lot Residential Zone (R3A) to allow for short-term rental accommodations.
- Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2952 for 1399 Birch Avenue
- Rezoning from Small Lot Residential Zone (R3) to Small Lot Residential Zone (R3A)
- Application by Brett Ritchie to operate short-term rental accommodations
Regular Council
The Trail City Council will consider and vote on staff reports authorizing demolition contracts for 900 Spokane Street ($855,761.45) and 901 Helena Street ($897,678.26) with Local Industrial Partners Limited. The council will also read and adopt zoning amendment bylaws for short‑term rental accommodations at 1399 Birch Avenue, 1589 Fourth Avenue, and 1167 Columbia Avenue. Additional items include adoption of the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan and the 2025 municipal tax‑rate bylaw. The meeting will begin with a Committee of the Whole, move to a closed session, and reconvene for a public hearing at 6 p.m.
- Approve 900 Spokane Street demolition contract – $855,761.45 exclusive of GST to Local Industrial Partners Limited
- Approve 901 Helena Street demolition contract – $897,678.26 exclusive of GST to Local Industrial Partners Limited
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2952 for 1399 Birch Avenue (short‑term rental)
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2953 for 1589 Fourth Avenue (short‑term rental)
- Adopt Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2955 – 2025‑2029 five‑year municipal financial plan
Regular Council
Trail City Council will consider approving a $4.0 million contract for the Trail Memorial Centre heat recovery and roof top unit replacement, along with several rezoning bylaws for short-term rentals and a road rehabilitation project. The meeting includes a public hearing and a closed session regarding land acquisition.
- Award of TMC Heat Recovery and Roof Top Replacement contract to Midwest Mechanical Ltd. for $4,015,228.58
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2950 for 8323 Old Waneta Road (4-unit townhouse)
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2951 for 1451 Second Avenue (short-term rental)
- Award of 2025-2027 Asphalt Road and Gravel Lane Rehabilitation contract to Power Paving Limited for $532,400
- Public Hearing scheduled for 6:00 p.m.
Public Hearing
The City of Trail Council is holding a public hearing on April 14, 2025 to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2951, which would change the zoning of 1451 Second Avenue from Major Neighbourhood Commercial (C2) to Large Lot Residential (R1A) to permit short‑term rental accommodation. Staff have submitted a report recommending that the amendment be read at the March 24, 2025 regular council meeting. The hearing will allow members of the public to present comments before the council decides on the amendment. The meeting takes place in Council Chambers at 1394 Pine Avenue and via Zoom.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2951, 2025 – rezoning 1451 Second Avenue from C2 to R1A
- Public hearing scheduled for April 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM, Council Chambers 1394 Pine Avenue and via Zoom
- Rezoning application submitted by Maciej Mamon and Brenna Eldridge for short‑term rental use
- Staff Report (File 3360‑20) recommends council consider the amendment at the March 24, 2025 meeting
- Short‑term rental definition and requirements outlined in Section 3(15) of the Zoning Bylaw
Special Council
Council will review the 2025 Operating Budget and a draft budget spanning 2024-2029. The meeting includes a review of grant summaries from 2023 and 2024 and funding requests from local arts organizations.
- 2025 Operating Budget and 2024-2029 Draft Operating Budget
- Recurring Grant-In-Aid request for $30,000 from Trail & District Arts Council
- Annual funding request for $10,000 over three years from VISAC Gallery
- Review of 2023 grant summary (Total budget $118,500; total commitment $130,243)
- Review of 2024 grant summary (Total budget $128,500; total commitment $105,983)
Regular Council
The Trail City Council will consider several staff reports, including the award of a three‑year Asphalt Road and Gravel Lane Rehabilitation contract to Power Paving Limited for $532,400 (exclusive of GST). It will also authorize a Gyro Park concession agreement with Bites & Bubbles for the 2025‑2026 seasons and receive information on bylaw enforcement, the 2025‑2029 operating budget, and grant applications. Additional items include rezoning and bylaw amendment proposals that will be read or scheduled for future discussion.
- Approve $532,400 contract to Power Paving Limited for 2025‑2027 Asphalt Road and Gravel Lane Rehabilitation
- Authorize staff to enter a Gyro Park Concession agreement with Bites & Bubbles for 2025‑2026 (option to renew 2027)
- Recommend rezoning of 1399 Birch Avenue for short‑term rentals, to be considered at the April 14 meeting
- Consider cash grant applications: $2,500 to West Kootenay Minor Softball Association; $2,500 cash grant and $856.25 rental waiver to Trail and District Arts Council
- Read Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2950 (8323 Old Waneta Road) and No. 2951 (1451 Second Avenue) for townhouse and short‑term rental development
Regular Council
The council will review an application to rezone 8323 Old Waneta Road and recommend reading Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2950 at the March 24 meeting. It will also consider a Development Variance Permit to allow off‑street parking in the front yard of that property. Additional items include a rezoning proposal for 1451 Second Avenue, a $500 cash grant to Diverse Family Roots, and a motion to request a temporary warming centre funded by provincial and federal partners.
- Rezoning application for 8323 Old Waneta Road (Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2950)
- Development Variance Permit for 8323 Old Waneta Road to allow off‑street parking
- Rezoning application for 1451 Second Avenue (Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2951)
- Cash grant of $500 to Diverse Family Roots for the R3Set 2025 Project
- Notice of Motion to request a temporary warming centre funded by provincial and federal partners
Regular Council
The City of Trail Council will discuss the General Operating Capital plan for 2025 to 2029 and the 2024 Interim Housing Needs Report. The meeting includes presentations from the Chamber of Commerce and other community development organizations.
- Approval of the Interim Housing Needs Report 2024
- Review of General Operating Capital projects for 2025 to 2029
- RDKB 2025 Draft Tax Requisition
- Letter of support for BC Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program funding
- Trail & District Chamber of Commerce report noting a $34,130 City of Trail contribution
Regular Council
The Trail City Council will consider a proposal to spend up to $203,000 on two electric vehicles, an EV charging station at the Public Works yard, and an electric aerial lift. It will also review the redevelopment application for 1724 Groutage Avenue, setting conditions before approving the strata plan and rezoning. Additional items include a $5,000 grant to the Take a Hike Youth Mental Health Foundation and two $1,000 plus two $500 scholarships for JL Crowe Secondary School.
- Authorize purchase of two electric vehicles, EV charging station, and electric aerial lift up to $203,000 (LGCAP spending)
- Application for redevelopment of 1724 Groutage Avenue – strata conversion, with conditions and spot rezoning request
- Approve $5,000 Grant‑in‑Aid to Take a Hike Youth Mental Health Foundation
- Provide two $1,000 scholarships and two $500 scholarships to JL Crowe Secondary School
- Adopt minutes and reports from prior Committee of the Whole and council committees
Special Council
The council will consider adopting the Committee of the Whole recommendations, which include a $7,500 cash grant and a letter of support for Selkirk College’s Stories to Solutions project addressing rural homelessness. It will also approve letters of support for the Trail Airport Master Plan grant application and for expanding BC Transit services to Highway 22A and the Trail Regional Airport. These items are presented for resolution at the special meeting.
- Adopt Committee of the Whole recommendations, including a $7,500 cash grant to Selkirk College for the Stories to Solutions project
- Provide a letter of support for Selkirk College’s grant application to the Community and College Social Innovation fund
- Approve letters of support for the Trail Airport Master Plan grant application
- Approve letters of support for the expansion of BC Transit services to Highway 22A and Trail Regional Airport
Regular Council
The City of Trail Council will discuss awarding contracts for the Cominco Arena refrigerated floor and dasher boards. The meeting also includes a proposal for electric vehicle purchases and a redevelopment application for 1724 Groutage Avenue.
- Award of Cominco Arena Refrigerated Floor Replacement to Reward Construction Ltd. for $1,894,000
- Award of dasher board infrastructure to Athletica Sport Systems Inc. for $729,000
- Proposal to purchase two electric trucks, EV charging stations, and an electric man lift using LGCAP funding
- Redevelopment and strata conversion proposal for 1724 Groutage Avenue
- Cash grant of $5,000 for Take a Hike Youth Mental Health Foundation
Regular Council
The council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary to apply for up to $200,000 in FireSmart grant funding. It will also approve a two‑year recreation funding agreement with the City of Rossland and a $477 rental waiver for the Family Action Network’s use of the Cominco Gymnasium. Additional items include a 4% increase to the indemnity for the mayor and councillors, and an amendment to the zoning bylaw reducing the front‑yard setback at 1955 Seventh Avenue.
- Authorize RDKB to apply for, receive and manage up to $200,000 FireSmart grant
- Recreation Funding Agreement with City of Rossland for two years starting Jan 1 2025
- Rental waiver of $477 for Family Action Network’s use of Cominco Gymnasium
- Increase mayor and councillors’ indemnity by 4% retroactive to Jan 1 2024
- Amend zoning bylaw to reduce front‑yard setback from 7.6 m to 6.2 m at 1955 Seventh Avenue