Tumbler Ridge public meetings in 2025
55 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting of Council
The Council is meeting to decide on the adoption of Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025, and Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 758, 2025. The proposed business licensing framework replaces zone-based categories with activity-based classifications and updates rules for home-based operations.
- Adoption of Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 758, 2025
- Proposed revenue reduction of approximately $4,300 due to business reclassification
Regular Meeting of Council
The council will conduct three readings each of Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 and Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 758, 2025. It will adopt the District of Tumbler Ridge 2024 Annual Report and approve the 2026 Council Meetings Schedule. Council will consider creating a two‑year Planning & Development Coordinator position and applying to the South Peace Mackenzie Trust for $142,500 to fund it. A report on a proposed winter road maintenance service agreement with Steeprock Strata will be received for discussion.
- Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 – three readings
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 758, 2025 – three readings
- Adoption of District of Tumbler Ridge 2024 Annual Report
- Approval of 2026 Council Meetings Schedule
- Creation of Planning & Development Coordinator position with $142,500 trust funding request
Special Meeting of Council
The Council is meeting to consider a request for leave for Councillor Dusseault. This action is intended to prevent the councillor from being disqualified from office due to missing four consecutive meetings.
- Proposed leave for Councillor Dusseault until January 31, 2026
Special Meeting of Council
Council is considering several administrative resolutions for the Tumbler Ridge Community Forest Corporation. These actions are required to maintain the corporation's legal standing with the BC Registry.
- Appointment of KPMG LLP as auditors for the financial year ending December 31, 2025
- Approval of financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2024
- Election of directors: Marsha Dufresne, Allan Kangas, Darryl Krakowka, Hugh Kingwell, and Bernie Lehmann
- Ratification of contracts, acts, proceedings, appointments, and payments from the last Annual Reference Period
- Confirmation of December 4, 2025, as the Annual Reference Date
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will recommend that the proposed Business Licence Bylaw and the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw be forwarded to a Regular Council Meeting for readings. It will also recommend council approve a draft letter opposing Bill M216 (Professional Reliance Act). The meeting includes a presentation of the 2025 TRORA Annual Report.
- Business Licence Bylaw – public engagement results – recommendation to bring forward to a Regular Council Meeting
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw – recommendation to bring forward to a Regular Council Meeting
- Draft Letter in opposition to Bill M216 (Professional Reliance Act) – recommendation for council approval
- TRORA 2025 Annual Report presentation by Sherri-Lynn Hewitt and Jane Miedzinski
- Delegation request from the Tumbler Ridge Outdoor Recreation Association (TRORA) for presentation
Regular Meeting of Council
The council will discuss a pre‑approval report for the 2026 AME Roundup conference and identify members to attend. It will vote to create a two‑year Planning & Development Coordinator position, funded partly by a $142,500 application to the South Peace Mackenzie Trust. Additional items include appointing Mayor Darryl Krakowka to the Community Forest Board, a budget request for a full‑time internal electrician, and a discussion of renewing the YMCA BC lease agreement.
- Create a Planning & Development Coordinator two‑year contract, funded by the Growing Communities Fund, South Peace Mackenzie Trust (application for $142,500), and taxation
- Appoint Mayor Darryl Krakowka as the district representative to the Tumbler Ridge Community Forest Board of Directors
- Approve travel budget for council members to attend the AME Roundup 2026 conference in Vancouver, Jan 26‑29, 2026
- Consider a supplemental budget request for a full‑time internal electrician to support district operations
- Discuss renewal of the YMCA BC lease agreement
Regular Meeting of Council
The Tumbler Ridge Council will consider adopting the Residential Development Plan as a guiding document for future residential growth and land‑use decisions. It will also vote on submitting a grant application to the Northern Development Initiative Trust for up to $50,000 to fund labour‑market research. Additional items include receiving a boiler‑failure report for the recycle centre, approving the 2024 Statement of Financial Information, and reviewing a lease agreement for the Youth Services Society.
- Adopt Residential Development Plan as a Council‑approved guiding document
- Approve submission of NDIT Rural and Remote Employment Initiatives Fund grant for up to $50,000
- Approve the 2024 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) for the year ended Dec 31 2024
- Receive boiler failure information report for the recycle centre building
- Receive Youth Services Society lease agreement report for discussion
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will vote on authorizing Mayor Krakowka to sign the Memorandum of Understanding for the Hope Truck Initiative with the District of Chetwynd, Saulteau First Nations and West Moberly First Nations. The committee will also receive reports for discussion on the Business Licence Bylaw review, the Fees and Charges Bylaw review, the Leave Policy (Policy Pers 3), and the Recreation Pass Benefit Policy (Admin 52). Routine agenda items include approval of the agenda and minutes.
- Authorize Mayor Krakowka to sign the Hope Truck Memorandum of Understanding
- Receive Business Licence Bylaw review report for discussion
- Receive Fees and Charges Bylaw review report for discussion
- Receive Policy Pers 3 – Leave Policy report for discussion
- Receive Admin 52 – Recreation Pass Benefit Policy review report for discussion
Regular Meeting of Council
The Tumbler Ridge Council will consider approving the 2024 audited financial statements and a grant application for business facade improvements. The meeting also includes presentations on the auditor's report and gender-based violence.
- Approval of 2024 Audited Financial Statements
- Grant application for 2026 Business Façade Improvement Program for up to $20,000
- Proposed $550 increase for Para Cup Hockey charter bus transportation
- Report on costing for Steeprock snow removal
- Delegation from Battered Women's Support Services regarding gender-based violence
Regular Meeting of Council
At the October 20, 2025 regular council meeting, members approved the agenda and minutes, moved several correspondence items to information, and adopted two bylaws: the Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 756, 2025 and the Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 755, 2025. The council also approved travel for the BC Natural Resource Forum, directed staff to invite Minister of Health Josie Osborne to a Let’s Talk session, and supported a petition to restore a 24‑hour emergency department. All other items were noted for information.
- Adopt Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 756, 2025
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 755, 2025
- Approve travel for Council members to attend the 23rd Annual BC Natural Resource Forum (Jan 20‑22 2026, Prince George)
- Direct staff to invite Minister of Health Josie Osborne to the Let’s Talk council update
- Support letter for petition to restore a 24‑hour emergency department
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will approve its agenda and adopt the September 8, 2025 minutes. Staff from Urban Systems will present the Draft Tumbler Ridge Residential Development Plan. The committee will receive an informational report on the Home Town Takeover Canada application.
- Approval of the October 14, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation of the Draft Tumbler Ridge Residential Development Plan by Urban Systems staff
- Receipt of a report on the Home Town Takeover Canada application for information
- Adjournment of the meeting
Regular Meeting of Council
Council will consider adopting a zoning amendment bylaw and giving readings to a permissive tax exemption amendment. The agenda includes delegations from the Tumbler Ridge Outdoor Recreation Association and a request to support a petition for a 24-hour emergency department.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 755, 2025 - Adoption
- Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 756, 2025 - Readings
- Tumbler Ridge Outdoor Recreation Association delegation
- Letter in support of petition to restore 24-hour emergency department
- Travel approval for BC Natural Resource Forum
Special Meeting of Council
The Council is meeting to appoint interim leadership for the finance department following a resignation. They are also reviewing a proposal to replace a failed boiler at the District's Recycle Building.
- Proposed appointment of Lisa Scott as Interim Chief Financial Officer
- Proposed appointment of Dustin Curry as Interim Deputy Chief Financial Officer
- Proposed $58,320.00 allocation from the Equipment Reserve Fund for a new Recycle Building boiler
- Proposed amendment to the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan to increase Capital and Transfers from Reserves by $58,320.00
Regular Meeting of Council
The council will give first, second, and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 755, 2025. It will also approve hiring Dr. Charles Helm as a temporary health advisor to support talks on reinstating 24‑hour emergency care. The council will reallocate $107,282 from the Growing Communities Fund to the Local Government Housing Initiatives fund for the Residential Development Plan, and will approve the curling club lease renewal and purchase of district‑branded jackets for council members.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 755, 2025 – first, second, and third readings
- Hire Dr. Charles Helm as temporary advisor for 24‑hour emergency care discussions
- Reallocate $107,282 to the LGHI fund for the Residential Development Plan
- Approve lease renewal for the Tumbler Ridge Curling Club
- Authorize purchase of district‑branded jackets for council members (Materials & Supplies budget)
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will receive a staff report on the Health Care Task Force Terms of Reference. Council will direct staff to revise the terms to include the RCMP Staff Sergeant position and modernize the language. A draft of the revised Terms of Reference will be provided to the Health Care Task Force for review before final Council approval. The committee will also consider a correspondence regarding the closure of Mount Spieker.
- Update Health Care Task Force Terms of Reference to add RCMP Staff Sergeant as a member
- Modernize the language of the Health Care Task Force Terms of Reference
- Provide a draft of the revised Terms of Reference to the Task Force for review
- Receive and discuss correspondence about the closure of Mount Spieker
- Approve agenda and adopt minutes from previous meetings
Special Meeting of Council
The council will waive the required notice period for this special meeting under section 127(4) of the Community Charter. It will also waive the TR‑48 Recording of Council Meeting Policy. The council will adopt the agenda as presented, then resolve to close the meeting to the public under Section 90(2)(b) to discuss confidential information. The meeting will be adjourned after these items.
- Waiver of notice period for the special meeting per section 127(4) of the Community Charter
- Waiver of the TR‑48 Recording of Council Meeting Policy
- Adoption of the September 4, 2025 agenda as presented
- Resolution to close the meeting to the public under Section 90(2)(b) for confidential discussions
- Adjournment of the special meeting
Special Meeting of Council
The council is meeting to discuss information held in confidence regarding negotiations between the municipality and provincial or federal governments. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items to facilitate this closed session.
- Request to waive TR-48 Recording of Council Meeting Policy
- Proposed resolution to close the meeting to the public per Section 90 (2) (b) of the Community Charter
Regular Meeting of Council
The council will consider a request to allocate up to $95,000 from the Equipment Reserve Fund to purchase and install a replacement emergency generator for Town Hall. It will also receive a report on the UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund application for the Tumbler Ridge Fire Hall for discussion. Additional items include a report on a maximum setback omission in Zoning Bylaw No. 747, a discussion of the next scheduled “Let’s Talk” topics, and a review of block ice user rates.
- Funding approval of up to $95,000 for a Town Hall emergency generator (Equipment Reserve Fund)
- UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund application for Tumbler Ridge Fire Hall (discussion)
- Maximum setback omission in Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025 (information)
- Next scheduled “Let’s Talk” topics and date selection (discussion)
- Block ice user rates report (discussion)
Special Meeting of Council
The District of Tumbler Ridge will submit a written response to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch regarding the sale of cannabis at events. Council is also set to discuss funding projects for youth through the Hope Truck initiative and approve travel expenses for a celebration event.
- Submit written response to province on cannabis sales at events
- Approve travel expenses for Hope Truck Celebration Event
- Identify projects for Hope Truck youth funding
- Consider five potential projects for Hope Truck funds
- Vote to close meeting to discuss confidential negotiations
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will receive a July 8, 2025 correspondence from Janet Donald, Executive Director of the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch, concerning cannabis market controls and sales at events. The council will consider the information for discussion but no decision is recorded. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes, an update on the Murray River Project, a waiver request for ice rental fees for a youth hockey camp, and a discussion on unregistered trails in Treaty Land Entitlement parcels.
- Receive LCRB correspondence on cannabis market controls and event sales (July 8, 2025)
- HD Mining International update on Murray River Project care‑and‑maintenance status
- Johnny Malcolm Foundation request to waive ice rental fees for youth hockey camp
- Ministry of Indigenous Relations presentation on unregistered trails in TLE parcels
- Ice Extension Usage report presented by Recreation Manager
Regular Meeting of Council
The council will vote on a $180,000 capital increase for the pool dehumidifier project, raising the total project budget to $780,000 and moving $430,000 from the Growing Communities Reserve. It will also consider a $5,208 bus charter for Para Cup hockey tickets, a $10,131.20 in‑kind grant for the Museum Foundation, and the reallocation of a previously approved $23,000 golf‑cart storage budget. Additional items include a discussion on council attire and the receipt of several informational correspondences.
- Approve $5,208 from the Council Initiatives budget for a charter bus to transport residents to the Para Cup hockey game in Dawson Creek on Nov 30, 2025
- Approve a $10,131.20 in‑kind grant‑in‑aid request for the Tumbler Ridge Museum Foundation
- Increase capital by $180,000 for the pool dehumidifier project, bringing the total budget to $780,000 and transfer $430,000 from the Growing Communities Reserve
- Reallocate $23,000 from the Golf Course Cart Storage capital budget to fund design and engineering for a new cart storage facility
- Receive a report for discussion on district attire for council members
Special Meeting of Council
Council will receive a staff report on participation options for the 2025 Alberta Snowmobile, ATV and Off‑Road Show scheduled for October 17‑18, 2025 in Edmonton. The report recommends not registering for a booth and instead using the tradeshow budget for a Peace Region fall familiarization (FAM) tour and updates to tradeshow materials. An alternative recommendation is to proceed with registration and attendance, subject to confirming representatives. No additional funding is required for either option.
- Consideration of participation in the 2025 Alberta Snowmobile, ATV and Off‑Road Show (Oct 17‑18, Edmonton)
- Recommendation to forgo booth registration and allocate tradeshow budget to a Peace Region fall FAM tour and material updates
- Alternative option to register and attend the show, pending confirmation of representatives
- Tradeshow budget contains sufficient funds; no extra funding needed
- Registration deadline for the show is August 15, 2025
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, hear presentations from HD Mining and the Ministry of Indigenous Relations, and discuss reinstating 24-hour emergency care and reviewing the business licence bylaw.
- Council to authorize travel for emergency care discussions
- HD Mining to present Murray River Project update
- Ministry of Indigenous Relations to discuss unregistered trails
- Johnny Malcolm Foundation requests fee waivers for hockey camp
- Business Licence Bylaw review to begin
Special Meeting of Council
Council is discussing providing rent-free office space and potential living accommodations for a Community Health Navigator. The meeting also includes a request for a rental fee waiver and a public health proclamation.
- Proposed rent-free office space and use of District-owned Condo for Type 2 Diabetes Remission Pilot Project
- Fee waiver request from Johnny Malcolm Foundation for ice and room rentals (August 25–31, 2025)
- Proclamation of July 20–26, 2025, as National Drowning Prevention Week
- Closed meeting to discuss acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements
Regular Meeting of Council
The Tumbler Ridge Council is meeting to decide on a fees and charges amendment bylaw and participation in a provincial electric kick scooter pilot project. The body will also discuss lease renewals for the curling club and funding for extended summer camp hours.
- Fees and Charges for Services and Information Amendment Bylaw No. 754, 2025
- Participation in the BC Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project (B.C. Reg. 247/2023)
- Proposed $1,800 increase in staff wages and operating surplus transfer for Community Centre children's summer camp
- Negotiation of a new lease agreement for the Tumbler Ridge Curling Club
- Review of Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) bylaw requirements
Special Meeting of Council
The council will consider waiving the TR-48 Recording of Council Meeting Policy. It will adopt the June 30, 2025 agenda and vote on a resolution to close the meeting to the public under sections of the Community Charter and FOIP Act. After the closed session, a rise and report will be presented before the meeting is adjourned.
- Waiver of the TR-48 Recording of Council Meeting Policy
- Approval of the June 30, 2025 agenda
- Resolution to close the meeting to the public per Section 90(1)(e), (k) of the Community Charter and Section 21 of FOIP Act
- Rise and report from the closed meeting
- Adjournment of the meeting
Special Meeting of Council
Council will adopt the meeting agenda, hear a delegation from Northern Health about recent healthcare updates, allow a brief public question-and-answer period, and then adjourn the special meeting.
- Approval of the June 17, 2025 special meeting agenda
- Northern Health delegation (Ciro Panessa, Kendra Kiss, Rebecca Borton) to present healthcare updates
- 15‑minute question and answer period for council members
- Adjournment of the special meeting
Special Meeting of Council
The council will consider a new business item on the Golf Course Cart Storage Compound, which includes updated site conditions and budget implications. Staff recommend approving Option 1—a cement pad with no electrical receptacles—at a total cost of $72,000, funded by increasing the capital budget from operating surplus. The recommendation also calls for amending Financial Plan Bylaw No. 749 to adjust revenue transfers, capital expenditures, and special project allocations. A resolution to close part of the meeting to the public is also on the agenda.
- Approve Option 1 for the golf cart storage compound (cement pad, no receptacles) – total cost $72,000
- Increase the capital budget by $72,000 using operating surplus
- Amend Financial Plan Bylaw No. 749: increase revenue transfer by $49,000, capital expenditures by $72,000, and decrease special projects by $23,000
- Alternative options presented: Option 2 (gravel base with receptacles) total $32,000; Option 3 (concrete pad with receptacles and roof) total $79,000
- Resolution to close the meeting to the public under Section 90(1)(b) of the Community Charter
Special Meeting of Council
The council will discuss a request from Dr. Charles Helm for a letter of support to accompany a grant application to Shared Care. The proposed grant seeks approximately $300,000 for the next phase of the Type 2 Diabetes Remission Pilot Project, including a health‑coach position in Tumbler Ridge. Council will consider whether to provide the letter and any related commitments such as space for the health coach.
- Request for a district letter of support for a Shared Care grant of about $300,000 for the Type 2 Diabetes Remission Pilot Project
- Discussion of possible district contributions, including providing space (Room 1) for the health‑coach position
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will discuss ranking 13 provincial minister requests and meeting preferences for the 2025 UBCM conference. The committee will also review reports on Flatbed and Quality Falls parking lots and the 2025 Medical Student Roadshow.
- Ranking of 13 UBCM Minister meeting requests
- Meeting preferences for BC Hydro and provincial ministers
- Review of Flatbed and Quality Falls parking lots
- Medical Student Roadshow dinner and community pass funding
- Adoption of May 20, 2025 committee minutes
Regular Meeting of Council
Council will discuss a grant application for FireSmart community funding and the creation of a Junior FireSmart Coordinator position. The meeting also includes the adoption of four amendment bylaws and reviews of land sale and booking policies.
- UBCM CRI FireSmart grant application for $300,000 per year for two years
- Animal Responsibility Amendment Bylaw No. 750, 2025
- Fire Protection Amendment Bylaw No. 751, 2025
- Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 752, 2025
- Fees and Charges for Services and Information Amendment Bylaw No. 754, 2025
Regular Meeting of Council
The District of Tumbler Ridge Council will adopt Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025 and conduct three readings each of the Animal Responsibility Amendment Bylaw No. 750, the Fire Protection Amendment Bylaw No. 751, and the Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 752, all for 2025. The council will also consider a Development Variance Permit for 123 Ash Crescent, approve $125,000 for emergency waterline repairs at the HD housing complex, and discuss a $610 dinner and welcome packages for the 2025 Medical Student Roadshow. Additional items include a proclamation of National AccessAbility Week and a fee‑waiver request from the Tumbler Ridge Ladies Golf club.
- Adopt Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025
- Three‑reading process for Animal Responsibility Amendment Bylaw No. 750, 2025
- Development Variance Permit #2025‑01 for 123 Ash Crescent (setback 3.6 m)
- Approve $125,000 from PRA funding for HD housing complex waterline repair
- Approve $610 dinner and community welcome packages for Medical Student Roadshow
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Tumbler Ridge Policies and Priorities Committee will review a proposed update to the District's land sale policy and discuss four minister meetings for the upcoming UBCM Convention. The committee will also receive reports on upcoming community events and policy reviews for field bookings and complimentary passes.
- TR-38 Land Sale Policy Review: Council to consider annual appraisals and set prices based on assessed values
- UNBC student presentation on youth perspectives for community development
- Upcoming July 2025 Council Events: West Mo Days, Pemmican Days, and TR Medical Conference
- Admin 41 Field and Ball Diamond Bookings Policy review
- Admin 25 Complimentary Passes Policy review
Budget Meeting of Council
The council will consider and vote on adopting the District of Tumbler Ridge 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 753. The bylaw sets property tax rates for residential, utility, industrial and other classes for 2025, generating the revenues outlined in the five‑year financial plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and a question‑and‑answer period.
- Adoption of 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 753, setting property tax rates for 2025
- Residential tax rate set at $5.78906 per $1,000 of assessment (2025 collection $1,515,778)
- Major Industrial tax rate set at $122.81833 per $1,000 of assessment (2025 collection $10,654,638)
- Total projected 2025 tax revenue $17,413,217 across all classes
- Bylaw required by Community Charter Section 197 to be adopted before May 15 each year
Regular Meeting of Council
The council will give second and third readings to Zoning By-law No. 747, 2025. It will adopt the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 749 and conduct first, second and third readings of the 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 753. The mayor and CAO will be authorized to sign a Para Hockey Cup Sponsorship Agreement with the Dawson Creek organizing committee. Additional reports and correspondence will be received for information.
- Zoning By-law No. 747, 2025 – second and third reading
- 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 749 – adoption
- 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 753 – first, second and third reading
- Para Hockey Cup Sponsorship Agreement – authorization to sign
- Various correspondence items (LGMA time capsule, Northern Lights College event, NCLGA webinar, mental‑health campaign, community centre activities) moved for information
Special Meeting of Council
The council will decide whether to add $500,000 to the downtown sidewalk improvement budget, raising the total project cost to $2,090,000. The additional funds would also increase the grant revenue line in the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan by $500,000. Staff note that the extra money would allow curb and gutter replacement and provide a $200,000 contingency. An alternative recommendation is to approve only the original sidewalk surface replacement.
- Approve $500,000 additional funding for downtown sidewalks (total $2,090,000)
- Amend Bylaw No 749 (2025) to increase the Downtown Sidewalk Capital Budget by $500,000
- Increase Grant Revenue line in the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan by $500,000
- Scope change to include curb and gutter replacement and accessibility improvements
- Alternative: proceed without the additional $500,000 and replace only sidewalk surfaces
Special Meeting of Council
Council will discuss four property tax rate alternatives for 2025, including a staff-recommended 9% increase for most property classes. The body is also considering the first, second, and third readings of the 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 749. Additionally, Council may authorize an agreement with the Tumbler Ridge Lions Club to operate the Flatbed Campground.
- Proposed 9% property tax increase for all classes except major industry (0%)
- District of Tumbler Ridge 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 749
- Agreement with Tumbler Ridge Lions Club for Flatbed Campground operation
- Discussion of a $126,000 funding shortfall from 2024 due to a budgeting error
Regular Meeting of Council
The Council will review community feedback and staff recommendations regarding Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025. Members are also considering the endorsement of a Memorandum of Understanding for the Northeast BC Rural Community Immigration Pilot.
- Discussion of community feedback on Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025
- Proposed MOU for the Northeast BC Rural Community Immigration Pilot
- Request for a Councillor to join the FCM Panel on Destination Development
- Budget request for gifts at functions, including a plaque for Saulteau Cultural Centre
- Delegation from Lions Club of Tumbler Ridge regarding Flatbed Creek Campground
Policies and Priorities Committee
The Policies and Priorities Committee will discuss specific topics for requested meetings with five provincial ministries at the 2025 UBCM Conference. The body will also consider budget authorizations for official gifts, including a commemorative item for the Saulteau Cultural Centre.
- Discussion of meeting requests for Ministries of Environment and Climate Change, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, Forest, Citizens' Services, and Municipal Affairs
- Proposed purchase of a Picture Frame Collage with Plaque for Saulteau Cultural Centre ($89.99 plus tax and print costs)
- Request to authorize a budget for gift inventory for special guests and events
- Review of 2025 Council Initiative budget, which totals $50,000 with $17,500 already allocated
Regular Meeting of Council
Council will consider adopting a new Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025, and a financial plan amendment. The meeting includes a public hearing on the zoning bylaw and a request for $10,000 to support doctor recruitment initiatives.
- Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025 - Second and Third Reading
- 2024-2028 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 748, 2025
- Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 734, 2025
- Public Hearing: Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025
- Authorization for $10,000 Doctor Recruitment Initiatives
Special Meeting of Council
Council will consider a bylaw to amend the 2024-2028 financial plan to cover expenditures that exceeded budget, including a boiler replacement at the Community Centre and water system repairs. The meeting will also be closed to the public for discussions on labour relations and preliminary service negotiations.
- Amendment to 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 748, 2025
- Approval of $57,882.71 for Community Centre boiler replacement
- Approval of $64,036 for water line repairs on Pioneer Loop
- Approval of $5,000 for Willow Hall accessibility ramp
- Purchase of attachment for trackless sidewalk machine
Regular Meeting of Council
At the March 17, 2025 regular council meeting, members will adopt the agenda and minutes, move consent‑agenda items to information, and consider several reports and correspondence. The council will give first, second and third readings to Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 734, 2025, and will decide whether to attend the 2026 FCM (June 4‑6) and UBCM (September 14‑18) trade shows, including allocating up to $30,000 ($15,000 per show) in the 2025‑2029 financial plan. Additional items include a presentation from the Tumbler Ridge Museum Foundation and various letters of support and conference registrations.
- First, second and third readings of Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 734, 2025
- Approval of attendance at 2026 FCM (June 4‑6) and UBCM (Sept 14‑18) trade shows with up to $30,000 allocated ($15,000 per show) in the five‑year financial plan
- Presentation of the Tumbler Ridge Museum Foundation annual report
- Letter of support request from 17 Black Events and renewal of UBCM 2025 membership dues
- Registration for the Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference
Budget Meeting of Council
Council will review and vote on the Draft 2025‑2029 Operating Budget Plan, which shows total operating expenses of $17,493,613 for 2025 and proposes an 8.46% overall tax increase. The meeting also includes approval of the Draft 2025‑2029 Capital and Special Projects plan and the carry‑forward listing of prior‑year capital projects for inclusion in the financial plan. Additional items are a $15,000 allocation for contract management software and a direction to proceed with option 1 for a golf‑course cart storage fence.
- Approve Draft 2025‑2029 Operating Budget Plan (operating expenses $17,493,613; 8.46% tax increase)
- Approve Draft 2025‑2029 Capital and Special Projects plan for inclusion in the financial plan
- Approve carry‑forward listing of prior‑year capital and special projects for the 2025‑2029 plan
- Allocate $15,000 in the Administration Budget for contract management software
- Direct staff to proceed with option 1 for the golf‑course cart storage fence
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will approve its agenda and adopt the minutes from the February 10 meeting. It will receive several reports for information and discussion, including updates from the Accessibility Advisory Committee, a public statement condemning racism, and youth engagement initiatives. The committee will also vote to change the scheduled budget meeting date from March 17 to March 18, 2025.
- Approval of agenda as presented
- Adoption of February 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Report on Accessibility Advisory Committee (information and discussion)
- Public statement to condemn all forms of racism, discrimination and hate speech (discussion)
- Budget meeting date changed to March 18, 2025
Regular Meeting of Council
Council is meeting to discuss the first reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025, and planning for an April 2025 by-election. The body will also review funding requests for the public library and local associations.
- First reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 747, 2025
- Proposed $20,000 for 2025-2029 budget and $10,000 pre-approval for April 2025 by-election
- Proposed $447,480 operating budget for Tumbler Ridge Public Library
- Proposed $10,000 Grant in Aid for Ridge Riders Snowmobile Association FMX Show
- Adoption of Extreme Weather Events Policy TR-57
Special Meeting of Council
The District of Tumbler Ridge Council will consider amending the Boulder Gardens Coal Land Reserve to exclude the Quintette Permitted Mine Area and Core Lodge Road, a change requested by Conuma Resources to support the Quintette mine restart. The meeting includes a question and answer period and a closed session.
- Amendment to Boulder Gardens Coal Land Reserve (Site 1001642)
- Request to exclude Quintette Permitted Mine Area and Core Lodge Road
- Letter to Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation
- Question and answer period scheduled
- Closed meeting resolution
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will receive assessments of the water system and water treatment plant from Urban Systems. The body will also discuss prescribed burning for 2025 and consider forwarding a draft Zoning Bylaw to a Regular Council Meeting for first reading.
- Water Treatment Plant Assessment presentation by Urban Systems
- Water System Assessment presentation by Urban Systems
- Proposed 2025 District of Tumbler Ridge & BC Wildfire Service prescribed burning report
- Draft Zoning Bylaw for potential first reading at a Regular Council Meeting
Special Meeting of Council
The special council meeting will consider waiving the 24‑hour public notice requirement and the TR‑48 recording policy. The agenda will be approved as presented. Council will discuss and approve $300,000 for replacing the Community Centre boiler, both as a line item in the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan and as a pre‑approval before the plan’s adoption.
- Waiver of 24‑hour public notice under Section 127(4) of the Community Charter
- Waiver of the TR‑48 Recording of Council Meeting Policy
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Approval of $300,000 for Community Centre boiler replacement in the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan
- Pre‑approval of up to $300,000 for the boiler replacement prior to plan adoption
Budget Meeting of Council
Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the draft 2025 operating budgets for incorporation into the 2025–2029 Five Year Financial Plan. The proposed budget includes an increase to taxation of $915,944, which is approximately a $57.06 increase for the average household.
- Proposed $915,944 increase to taxation (8.38%)
- Approval of a second mechanic position
- Funding for multifactor authorization software and unlimited Questica licenses
- Draft 2025 Operating Budget review for all municipal divisions
- Review of 2025–2029 Five Year Financial Plan
Regular Meeting of Council
The Tumbler Ridge Council will consider appointing a Chief Election Officer and Deputy for the 2025 by‑election, approve a $447,480 operating budget for the public library, and vote on several grant and lease applications, including a $20,000 SPARC grant for automated doors at Willow Hall and a $400 annual lease for the Minor Hockey ticket booth. Additional items include a three‑year lease for a disc‑golf course and fee‑waiver approvals for local golf tournaments.
- Appointment of Adriana Alves as Chief Election Officer and Cheyenne Martin as Deputy Chief Election Officer for the 2025 by‑election
- Approval of the Tumbler Ridge Public Library 2025 operating budget of $447,480
- Grant approval up to $20,000 from SPARC BC for automated doors at Willow Hall
- Renewal of the Minor Hockey Association ticket‑booth lease for $400 per year plus GST (2025‑2027)
- Three‑year lease agreement with Wolverine Nordic and Mountain Society to operate a disc‑golf course on PID 005‑223‑890
Budget Meeting of Council
The Tumbler Ridge Council will consider waiving Policy EO‑8, which sets a deadline for capital project review. Council will receive and vote on the draft 2025 Capital and Special Projects report and the draft 2026 Capital Projects report. The meeting also includes approval of the allocation of 2025 Peace River Agreement funding.
- Waive Policy EO‑8 Council Budgeting Process deadline
- Approve 2025 Capital and Special Projects for Administration, Protective Services, Operations, and Community Services (total $8,087,000 capital and $150,000 special projects for 2025)
- Approve 2026 Capital Projects for Protective Services and Operations
- Approve allocation of 2025 Peace River Agreement funding as presented
Budget Meeting of Council
The Tumbler Ridge Council meeting will discuss several 2025 operating budget supplementals. Items include approving a multi‑factor authentication licensing supplement at $2,720 per year, purchasing unlimited Questica licenses at $5,000 per year, and hiring an additional full‑time mechanic for an estimated $136,500 annually. The council will also receive the operating budget supplemental report and the overview of the draft 2025 operating budget for information.
- Approve Multi Factor Licensing Supplemental at $2,720 per year
- Approve unlimited Questica licenses at $5,000 per year
- Approve hiring an additional full‑time mechanic (approx. $136,500 annual cost)
- Receive the Operating Budget Supplemental report for discussion
- Receive the Overview of the Draft 2025 Operating Budget for information
Regular Meeting of Council
The Council will discuss supporting a collaborative disaster risk reduction project with the PRRD and member municipalities. They are also considering amendments to the Grant-in-Aid and Fee for Service policies.
- Proposed support for a Collaborative Disaster Risk Reduction Project with the PRRD
- Proposed amendments to TR-28 Grant-in-aid Policy and TR-40 Fee for Service Policy
- Appointments to the Peace River Regional District Board and Connectivity Sub-Committee
- Proposed change of Budget Meeting to January 24, 2025, and cancellation of February 18 meeting
- Correspondence regarding mobile off-grid cooling and heating stations from Okanagan Affordable Rentals
Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Policies and Priorities Committee will review reports on fire training and fire hall feasibility, including moving a new fire hall project to 2025 budget deliberations. The body will also consider updates to several public works policies regarding water, sewer, and refuse services.
- Fire Hall Feasibility Study for potential new building project
- Fire Training Facility Assessment for the site at 124 Commercial Crescent
- Proposed approval of PW 3 - Water/Sewer Service Calls policy changes
- Proposed repeal of PW 5 - Refuse/Metal Disposal policy
- Proposed approval of PW 11 - Loan of District of Tumbler Ridge Metal Detector policy changes
Regular Meeting of Council
At the Jan 6, 2025 regular council meeting, members will vote on several new agreements and administrative actions. The council will authorize travel for selected councillors to the 2025 Federation of Canadian Municipalities conference, adopt the amended 2025 budget calendar, direct staff to draft a lease with the Tumbler Ridge Lions Club for the Flatbed Creek Campground, and approve a sub‑regional agreement with the Peace River Regional District for building and plumbing inspection services.
- Authorize council members to attend the 2025 FCM Annual Conference with travel expenses from the Council Travel Budget
- Approve the Amended 2025 Budget Calendar
- Direct staff to draft a lease agreement with the Tumbler Ridge Lions Club for Flatbed Creek Campground
- Enter into a Sub‑Regional Agreement with Peace River Regional District for building and plumbing inspection services, authorizing the Mayor and CAO to sign