Williams Lake public meetings in 2021
63 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council is deciding on several contracts and grant applications at this meeting. Key items include awarding a $56,175 LED lighting upgrade contract for the airport terminal, a fuel supply contract, and approving applications for NDIT grants totaling up to $108,000. They will also consider a 15-year airport lease and adopt a business license amendment bylaw.
- Award LED lighting upgrade contract at Williams Lake Regional Airport to Service Electric Ltd. for $56,175
- Award fuel supply contract to Star West Petroleum Ltd. at $1.2990/L gasoline and $1.3649/L diesel
- Approve NDIT grant applications: $50,000 for internship, $8,000 for grant writing, $50,000 for economic development
- Approve 15-year airport lease with Seibert Investments Ltd. at $7,639.36/year plus CPI increases
- Adopt Business License Amendment Bylaw No. 2356
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive two information reports: one on the City's ongoing reconciliation efforts with local First Nations, and one on planned fuel treatment and prescribed burning near Westridge and Country Club Boulevard. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes. No decisions are scheduled; both items are for information only.
- Report on reconciliation efforts, including resolutions passed in 2021 and initiatives with Williams Lake First Nation
- FireSmart project: fuel treatment below Westridge and above Country Club Blvd, prescribed burn spring 2022, forest treatment 2023
- Adoption of minutes from November 30, 2021 Committee of Whole Council meeting
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council is deciding on reallocating remaining COVID Safe Restart Grant funds for business license fee relief, non-profit hardship grants, and pickleball courts, plus approving a development permit for an outdoor boat storage addition. They will also set the 2022 meeting schedule, make committee appointments, and ratify a poll endorsing a temporary warming shelter.
- 50% Business License Fee Relief in 2022 (est. $80,000) from COVID funds
- Up to 20 hardship grants of $1,250 each ($25,000 total) for non-profits
- Remodel Kiwanis Park tennis court to pickleball courts ($48,000 from COVID funds)
- Approve Development Permit DP #06-2021 for outdoor boat storage at 1010 Mackenzie Avenue North
- Ratify $20,000 from UBCM fund for temporary warming shelter at Hamilton Hotel (Dec 2021-Mar 2022)
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive a delegation from Cariboo Regional District Director Steve Forseth on housing and grants, and a letter from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs about Bill 26 legislative amendments. The main decision is whether to endorse an Emergency Cold Weather Action Plan for a temporary warming shelter at the Hamilton Hotel from December 2021 to March 31, 2022, and allocate $20,000 from the UBCM Strengthening Communities Fund. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Proposed $20,000 allocation for warming shelter at Hamilton Hotel
- Endorsement of Emergency Cold Weather Action Plan by Canadian Mental Health Association
- Delegation on housing and grants from Cariboo Regional District Area D
- Information on Bill 26 proposed legislative amendments to Community Charter and Local Government Act
Regular Council
This regular council meeting includes reports and decisions on several items: a proposed business license bylaw amendment for cannabis retail fees, a 15-year airport lease renewal with Seibert Investments Ltd., and direction on the future of Kinsmen Park based on a neighbourhood survey. Council will also receive presentations on the Purple Ribbon Campaign and a resident's evacuation from Green Acres Mobile Home Park, and consider a late item on council conduct.
- Business License Amendment Bylaw No. 2356 - Cannabis Retail License Fees
- Airport Lease #CWL6000 renewal with Seibert Investments Ltd., 15-year term, first-year rate $7,639.36
- Disposition of Kinsmen Park - neighbourhood consultation survey summary
- Ratification of Special Occasion Liquor Licenses for Williams Lake Stampeders home games
- Report of Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2355
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting will decide on appointments to the Cariboo Regional District and endorse a one-year emergency support services agreement with the regional district. Council will also consider endorsing a grant application for accessible parking improvements and receive correspondence on Dog Creek Road and a business license fee reduction request. The meeting will then close to the public for land and service negotiations.
- Appoint Councillor Ivan Bonnell as CRD Director and re-appoint Councillor Jason Ryll as Alternate Director
- Endorse 2022 MOU with Cariboo Regional District for Emergency Support Services ($5,000 annual training support, $250/day reception centre, $350/day group lodging)
- Endorse $500 grant application to SPARC BC for Accessible Parking Awareness Month
- Receive letter from Ministry of Transportation re Dog Creek Road landslides
- Refer Daily Stash Cannabis business license fee reduction request to General Governance Committee
Special Council Meeting
Council is holding a closed special meeting to discuss land acquisition or disposition and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service, both exempt from public disclosure under the Community Charter. No decisions are expected to be made publicly at this meeting.
- Closed session under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) for land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
- Meeting held at Council Chambers, City Hall, 12:00 PM on November 2, 2021
Public Hearing
The Williams Lake City Council is holding a public hearing on November 2, 2021, to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2355, which would add 'Wholesale and Retail Sales' as a permitted use at 365 Mackenzie Avenue North. The property, currently operating as Blue Mountain Gunsmithing, has leased space to River Valley Health & Wellness Ltd. for retail sales. The hearing allows residents to speak or submit written comments before Council decides on the amendment.
- Zoning amendment for 365 Mackenzie Avenue North to allow wholesale and retail sales
- Property legally described as Lot 2, District Lot 71, Cariboo District, Plan BCP46329
- Applicant: G-DEM Holdings Ltd.
- Current tenant: Blue Mountain Gunsmithing; proposed tenant: River Valley Health & Wellness Ltd.
- Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 PM at Council Chambers, 450 Mart Street
Regular Council
Council will consider several major items, including awarding a $2.57 million contract for River Valley flood remediation bridges and a $227,719 water main replacement on Hodgson Road. They will also vote on development permits for Ming's Restaurant and Chuck's Auto Supply, and provide provisional approval of the preliminary 2022 budget and financial plan. The agenda includes a public hearing on a zoning amendment for 365 Mackenzie Avenue North and a delegation from the Williams Lake First Nation on residential school impacts.
- Award River Valley Flood Remediation Bridge 1-14 contract to Quality Excavation Ltd. for $2,115,872.50 (total project $2,568,872.50)
- Award Hodgson Road watermain replacement to Morben Contracting for $202,472.10 (total project $227,719.31)
- Approve Development Permit for Ming's Restaurant rebuild at 12 Oliver Street with parking variance from 29 to 5 spaces
- Approve Development Permit amendment for Chuck's Auto Supply at 548 Mackenzie Avenue South
- Approve 2022 Fee-for-Service Agreements totaling $249,100 and discontinue $5,000 Youth for Christ funding
Joint Committee
The Central Cariboo Joint Committee is meeting to decide on renewing several fee-for-service agreements for local recreation groups, including the Williams Lake Cycling Club, Scout Island Nature Centre, and sports associations at the Esler Sports Complex. They will also review and potentially endorse the 2022 business, financial, and capital plans for recreation and arts/culture services. The agenda includes a delegation from the Williams Lake Cycling Club and a proposed amendment to the policy for displaying external publications at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex.
- Renew Williams Lake Cycling Club fee-for-service agreement: $20,000/year for 2022-2024, with payments split 50% in April and 50% in July
- Renew Scout Island Nature Centre fee-for-service agreement: $20,000/year for 2022-2024
- Renew field maintenance agreements at Esler Sports Complex: $34,000 for soccer, $20,000 for slo-pitch, $12,500 for minor fastball
- Endorse Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services 2022 Business, Financial and Capital Plans
- Endorse Central Cariboo Arts and Culture 2022 Business and Financial Plans
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will consider the preliminary 2022 budget and financial plan, approve continued funding for 16 fee-for-service agreements totaling $249,100, and award $9,000 in grants-in-aid. Council will also receive presentations on the proposed Stampede Park lease redevelopment and the Waterfront Enhancement Plan, and decide on removing the balloon sign prohibition. The meeting includes a closed session for land negotiations.
- Preliminary 2022 Budget and 2022-2026 Financial Plan with public comment opportunity
- 2022 Fee-for-Service Agreements: $249,100 for 16 agreements; discontinue $5,000 for Youth for Christ; decide on $150,000 for Chamber of Commerce
- 2022 Grants-in-Aid: $4,000 to Cariboo Chilcotin Youth Fiddle Society, $5,000 to Williams Lake Stampeders Senior Hockey Club
- Removal of balloon sign prohibition, pending safety review and bylaw update
- Temporary shelter lease extension with Cariboo Friendship Society through March 31, 2022
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council is meeting to decide on several routine administrative and business items, including a liquor endorsement for a downtown restaurant, a tax exemption for a local jeweler, and contracts for winter road salt and a new city vehicle. The agenda also includes a request to raise the Métis flag for Louis Riel Day and approvals for Remembrance Day ceremonies. Most items are standard operational matters, with no major policy changes or public hearings scheduled.
- Recommend approval of entertainment endorsement for CJ's Southwestern Grill at 36 Third Avenue South
- Endorse $20,000 NDIT grant application for 2022 Business Façade Improvement Program
- Approve Downtown Revitalization Tax Exemption for Woodland Jewellers at 150 Oliver Street
- Award dried bulk highway salt contract to Chances Bulk Unloading Ltd. at $169.00 per metric tonne
- Approve purchase of 2021 Ford Escape from Lake City Ford Sales Ltd. for $39,118.44
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting, not open to the public, held to discuss matters related to the security of municipal property and potential litigation. The agenda contains no public items for decision or discussion.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 70(1)(d) and (g)
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting, held under the Community Charter, to discuss personal information about a candidate for a municipal position and labour or employee relations. No decisions are made in open session; the agenda is entirely procedural notice of the closed session.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a) and (c)
- Discussion of personal information about a position candidate
- Discussion of labour relations or other employee relations
Regular Council
The Williams Lake Regular Council meeting on October 5, 2021 includes decisions on zoning amendments, a development permit for a new beer and wine store, and several contract awards. Council will also receive reports on community safety and well-being activities, and consider a crime prevention grant application. The agenda includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and accounts payable listings.
- Zoning amendment Bylaw No. 2355 for 365 Mackenzie Avenue North to add wholesale and retail sales as permitted use (first and second readings)
- Development Permit DP #03-2021 for a stand-alone beer and wine store at 1704 Broadway Avenue South
- Award contract to Markey Mechanical for HVAC upgrades at Central Cariboo Arts Centre for $80,521.74
- Direct-award Frizzi Road landslide storm and sanitary replacement to Ironman Directional Drilling, up to $790,000 total
- Application to federal Crime Prevention Action Fund with matching contribution up to $10,000/year for five years
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will review a draft Standards of Maintenance Bylaw that sets minimum health and life safety standards for residential rental units, and may direct staff to bring a final version to a future meeting. The agenda also includes receiving information on a proposed regional parks and trails service, a provincial motor vehicle prohibition in the Cariboo, and the RCMP detachment's mid-year report. The meeting begins with adoption of the agenda and minutes from August 24, 2021.
- Draft Standards of Maintenance Bylaw for residential rental units
- Regional Parks and Trails Service proposal from Cariboo Regional District
- Proposed Wildlife Act Motor Vehicle Prohibition above 1700m in Cariboo Region
- Williams Lake RCMP Detachment Mid-Year Report (January to August 2021)
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting. Council will discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. The public is excluded because disclosure could harm the municipality's interest. No decisions are expected to be made public from this session.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(e) and (k)
- Discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service
Joint Committee
The Central Cariboo Joint Committee is meeting to consider several items, including extending the Performances in the Park services agreement with the Central Cariboo Arts & Culture Society for one year at current terms, approving an updated policy for displaying external publications and artwork at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex, and receiving updates on the complex's 2021 budget and COVID-19 vaccine card operations. The committee will also discuss a Crown land tenure offer for a direct road access to the Esler Sports Complex from Highway 20, and other items such as fee-for-service renewal for Scout Island trails and field maintenance agreements. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and a delegation introduction.
- Extend Performances in the Park agreement with Central Cariboo Arts & Culture Society for one year (2022) at current terms ($15,000 annual contribution)
- Approve updated Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex 'Posting of External Publications & Public Artwork Policy'
- Receive update on Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex 2021 operating budget
- Receive update on Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex COVID vaccine card operational procedures
- Authorize execution of Crown land tenure agreement for Highway 20 direct road access to Esler Sports Complex
Public Hearing
The Williams Lake Council is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2351, which would rezone 207 Renner Road from Comprehensive Development 22 (CD-22) to South Lakeside Residential (R-8). The change would allow the property to be subdivided into two lots, permit the existing carriage home on the proposed Lot 2 to serve as a single-family dwelling, and reduce certain lot line setbacks on the proposed Lot 1. The hearing offers the public a chance to speak or submit written comments.
- Rezoning 207 Renner Road from CD-22 to R-8
- Subdivision into two lots of about 1,400 sq.m. each
- Carriage home on proposed Lot 2 to become a single-family dwelling
- Setback reductions: interior lot line to 1.3m, accessory structure to 1.2m, rear to 1.4m
- Public hearing at 450 Mart Street, September 21, 2021, 6:00 PM
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council is meeting to decide on a zoning amendment for 207 Renner Road, approve a downtown revitalization tax exemption for a new retail store, and consider several other items including a tax write-off, grant applications, and proclamations. The agenda includes both routine approvals and more substantive decisions on property development and financial matters.
- Zoning amendment Bylaw No. 2351 for 207 Renner Road (CD-22 to R-8) with lot line setback reductions
- Downtown Revitalization Tax Exemption for 1198514 BC Ltd. at 548 Mackenzie Avenue South
- Write-off of $2,034.03 uncollectable property taxes for 56-3001 Mackenzie Avenue N
- Support for UBCM CRI grant application for FireSmart Community Funding
- Endorse free transit for children under 12 starting September 1, 2021
Regular Council
Council will consider several items, including a proposal to close the City's portion of Dog Creek Road and offer it to the Province, contingent on provincial rejection and further consultation. They will also decide on contracts, agreements, and budget allocations for various projects.
- Award $53,000 contract to True Consulting for Emergency Booster Station design at Fairview Drive
- Approve 20-year encroachment agreement with Williams Lake Smiles for two parking spaces at 249 Barnard Street for $1,000
- Approve $20,000 in 2022 budget for permanent pickleball courts at Kiwanis Park
- Approve $150,000 for Central Cariboo Arts Centre efficiency upgrades funded by Cariboo Regional District
- Introduce Road Closure Bylaw No. 2352 for Dog Creek Road
Committee of Whole Council
Council will discuss options for Dog Creek Road, including full rehabilitation (about $430,000), formal closure (about $30,000), or continued limited maintenance ($30,000-$40,000/year), after the Province did not respond to a funding request. They will also consider a proposal for permanent pickleball courts, approve a $150,000 arts centre efficiency upgrade, and set the 2022 budget timeline.
- Dog Creek Road: rehabilitation (~$430,000), closure (~$30,000), or status quo maintenance ($30,000-$40,000/year)
- Pickleball courts: proposal to convert Kiwanis Park tennis courts into four permanent courts
- Central Cariboo Arts Centre: $150,000 efficiency upgrades (LED lighting, doors/windows, HVAC) funded by CRD Community Works
- 2022 Budget and five-year financial plan timeline and direction
- Adoption of minutes from July 13, 22, 27 and August 4, 2021 meetings
Public Hearing
Council is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2345, which would rezone 1704 Broadway Avenue South from Service Commercial (CS-1) to a variant of Highway Commercial (CS-3) to allow a standalone beer and wine store with a loading zone. The applicant, Broadway Landco Management Ltd., revised the project from a drive-through restaurant and beer and wine store to a beer and wine store only. The hearing allows public input before Council decides on third reading and adoption, subject to Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure approval.
- Rezoning of 1704 Broadway Avenue South from CS-1 to CS-3
- Text amendment to add beer and wine store as permitted use with west-side loading zone
- Proposed building approximately 371.6 sq.m. (4,000 sq.ft.)
- Site requires 13 parking spaces; plan shows 24 spaces plus 1 accessible
- Public hearing scheduled for August 17, 2021 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers
Regular Council
Council will consider several items including a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 1704 Broadway Avenue South to allow a standalone beer and wine store, and a rezoning application for 207 Renner Road. They will also ratify several polls of council, including actions on Dog Creek Road paving and a $40,000 grant application for housing. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and accounts payable listings.
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2345 (CS-1 to CS-3) at 1704 Broadway Avenue South
- Rezoning application for 207 Renner Road from CD-22 to R-8 with setback reductions
- Ratify poll directing staff to seek provincial funding for Dog Creek Road repaving
- Authorize NDIT grant application for $40,000 toward a 4-unit housing build
- Award Mackenzie Avenue PRV installation contract to RL7 Mechanical Ltd. for $137,442
Special Committee of Whole Council
Council is deciding how to proceed with the repaving of Dog Creek Road from Highway 20 to the City limits. Staff present three options: proceed with rehabilitation (about $433,000), seek provincial funding or close the road, or continue maintenance. The road serves residents outside city limits, and rehabilitation would cost the equivalent of a 7.6% residential tax increase.
- Dog Creek Road repaving quotes: Peters Bros $433,183.50, Keywest $430,124.29
- Option to seek provincial funding or close Dog Creek Road
- Status quo maintenance cost $30,000-$40,000 per year
- Potential waiver of Purchasing Policy No. 138 for contractor selection
- Road closure would require a municipal bylaw process
Special Committee of Whole Council
The Williams Lake Committee of Whole Council is meeting to discuss communication goals and expectations, receive an update on Dog Creek Road, and consider a late letter from a resident requesting the City encourage COVID-19 vaccinations. The letter asks the City to promote vaccination and organize volunteer rides to clinics. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda beyond adopting it and adjourning.
- Discussion on communication goals and expectations
- Dog Creek Road update
- Late item: letter from Massimo Calabrese (July 23, 2021) requesting City encourage COVID-19 vaccination, citing Interior Health data that 96% of recent regional cases are among unvaccinated or partially vaccinated people
Special Committee of Whole Council
This is a special Committee of Whole Council meeting with a single substantive item: a discussion on communication goals and expectations. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering adoption of the agenda and adjournment.
- Discussion on communication goals and expectations
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed (in-camera) council meeting. Council will discuss the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land, and preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service, both held behind closed doors to protect municipal interests. No public decisions or details are on the agenda.
- Closed session under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e): land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(k): preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service
Regular Council
Council will consider several items, including rescinding and amending a zoning bylaw for a standalone beer and wine store at 1704 Broadway Avenue South, approving grant applications for a pedestrian overpass trail and park upgrades, and ratifying a request for a provincial state of emergency due to wildfires. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes and accounts payable listings.
- Rescind second reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 2345 for 1704 Broadway Avenue South, amend to standalone beer and wine store with loading zone, schedule public hearing Aug 17
- Approve $350,000 BC Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant application for pedestrian overpass multi-user pathway from RC Cotton to Stampede Grounds (City contribution $105,000)
- Approve application for Canada Community Revitalization Fund for Park Disc Golf/Scout Island upgrades, with 25% City contribution if awarded
- Ratify poll requesting Province of BC declare Provincial State of Emergency due to wildfires
- Begin public consultation on potential housing development at Poplar Glade/Kinsmen Park
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting, not open to the public. The only purpose is to discuss personal information about a candidate or employee and labour or employee relations, as allowed under the Community Charter. No decisions or public business are on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a) and (c)
- Discussion of personal information about a person considered for a municipal position
- Discussion of labour relations or other employee relations
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will hear delegations from the Williams Lake Muslim Community seeking a worship location and from ReSeed Capital requesting a letter of support for a GHG reduction program. Council will also consider amendments to the Travel Expense and Council Compensation Policy to include virtual attendance and update mileage rates, receive an update on Phase 3 reopening, and discuss flying the Secwepemc flag on City property.
- Request from Williams Lake Muslim Community for a location to worship and multi-faith engagement
- Request from ReSeed Capital for a letter of support for a GHG reduction program
- Proposed amendments to Travel Expense & Council Compensation Policy No. 193: $120/day for virtual or in-person attendance, $60 for half-day, mileage at provincial rate
- Discussion on flying the Secwepemc flag on City property for reconciliation
- Update on Phase 3 reopening for Council and Committee meetings
Regular Council
Council will consider approving four development-related applications, including an encroachment agreement, two development permits, and a development variance permit, all involving property changes in Williams Lake. The agenda also includes routine items like accounts payable listings, an ice allocation policy update, and correspondence, with public input allowed on the development applications.
- Encroachment agreement with T.R. Underwood Engineering for 452 Borland Street, 20-year term, $1,000 one-time contribution
- Development Permit DP #01-2021 for building addition and driveway/parking aisle variances at 452 Borland Street
- Development Variance Permit DVP #03-2021 for Williams Lake Fire Department accessory structure at 230 Hodgson Road (front setback 7.6m to 5m, height 4m to 4.5m)
- Development Permit DP #04-2021 for Williams Lake Smiles building addition and parking variance at 249 Barnard Street (7+1 spaces to 3 spaces)
- Endorsement of $500 grant application for Access Awareness Day event
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting to discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. The public is excluded under the Community Charter. No decisions are expected to be made publicly.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) for land matters
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council is meeting to consider several items, including initiating public consultation on potential housing development at the former Poplar Glade site and Kinsmen Park, approving the 2020 Annual Municipal Report, and directing staff on a request to donate a surplus railcar bridge. The council will also consider purchasing a new snowblower for the airport and buying out a leased loader.
- Public consultation for potential housing development at Poplar Glade and Kinsmen Park
- 2020 Annual Municipal Report approval
- Surplus railcar bridge donation request from Ministry of Forests
- Purchase of 2021 F90STi Scania snowblower for $448,000
- Loader lease buyout and snowblade purchase up to $200,000
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting held solely to discuss labour relations or other employee relations under the Community Charter. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(c) for labour/employee relations
Regular Council
Council will consider several contracts, permits, and policy changes, including a late item to award a contract for removing rental bridges and installing purchased bridges in the River Valley. They will also vote on a development variance permit, a bus shelter maintenance deal, and amendments to the purchasing policy.
- Award contract to Peterson Contracting Ltd. for $112,591.92 to remove rental bridges and install purchased bridges, waiving Purchasing Policy No. 138
- Approve Development Variance Permit #02-2021 for increased accessory structure height at 1607 Juniper Street
- Approve 2021/2022 Annual Operating Agreement with BC Transit
- Approve purchase of two pick-up trucks from Lake City Ford Sales Ltd. totaling $160,261.00 plus taxes
- Approve Downtown Revitalization Tax Exemption for T.R. Underwood Engineering Ltd. at 452 Borland Street
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will consider extending the Cariboo Friendship Society's lease of the Longhouse at Stampede Park for emergency shelter use through November 30, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The committee will also discuss funding for council conference attendance and renewal of the city's participation in the BC Provincial Nominee Program Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot. The meeting will be livestreamed as public physical attendance is not permitted under provincial health orders.
- Extend Cariboo Friendship Society Longhouse lease for emergency shelter through Nov 30, 2021
- Allocate future funds for council attendance at NCLGA, UBCM, and FCM conferences
- Renew participation in BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot
- Presentation of 2021 Stampede Queen contestants
- Adoption of May 18, 2021 committee minutes
Regular Council
The Williams Lake Regular Council meeting on May 25, 2021 includes decisions on several items: authorizing up to $520,000 for a self-propelled snowblower for the airport, adopting a zoning amendment for 2000 Mackenzie Avenue North (subject to an encroachment agreement), and approving a 20-year encroachment agreement with 607841 BC Ltd. for $1,000. Council will also consider a letter of support for Dürfeld Log & Timber's grant application, adopt a fee amendment bylaw, and endorse a surveillance camera policy. The meeting will be livestreamed due to COVID-19 restrictions on public attendance.
- Purchase of self-propelled snowblower for Airport operations from Airport Surplus, up to $520,000
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2336 (CD-11 to CS-1) for 2000 Mackenzie Avenue North, subject to encroachment agreement
- Approval of 20-year encroachment agreement with 607841 BC Ltd. for six parking spaces and building portion on City boulevard, one-time contribution of $1,000
- Adoption of Fee Amendment Bylaw No. 2350, 2021
- Endorsement of Security Surveillance Policy, amended to clarify scope and retain footage up to 60 days
Special Council Meeting
Council is holding a closed special meeting to discuss two exempt matters: the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land, and preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service. Both items are closed to the public because disclosure could harm the municipality's interests. No decisions or details are available from the agenda itself.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(e) and (k)
- Discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive informational presentations from Enbridge (Westcoast Energy) on its regional operations, from the Cariboo Regional District on a proposed Regional Trails and Parks Service, and from city staff on bylaw services. Council will also vote on adopting a new Security Surveillance Policy and a policy on Community Charter Section 57 and 58 Notices on Title. The meeting will be closed to physical public attendance due to COVID-19 but livestreamed.
- Adoption of proposed Security Surveillance Policy
- Adoption of policy on Community Charter Section 57 and 58 Notices on Title
- Presentation from Enbridge on T-South Reliability and Expansion Program
- Presentation on proposed Regional Trails and Parks Service
- Bylaw Services Update Report
Special Council Meeting
Council is holding a special closed meeting to discuss personal information about a candidate for a municipal position and labour or employee relations. The meeting is closed to the public under the Community Charter. No decisions or public actions are on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a) and (c)
- Discussion of personal information about a candidate for a municipal position
- Discussion of labour relations or other employee relations
Regular Council
Council will consider awarding a contract for CCTV inspection and cleaning of sanitary sewer mains, deferring a water main relining project to fund a replacement on Hodgson Road, and introducing a fee amendment bylaw for convenience fees. The meeting will be closed to physical public attendance due to COVID-19 but livestreamed.
- Award $81,408.60 contract to Northern Lights Technology Ltd. for CCTV inspection and cleaning of ~19,880 metres of sanitary sewer mains
- Defer $180,000 Western Avenue Reservoir A relining to 2022 to fund ~230 metre Hodgson Road water main replacement
- Introduce Fee Amendment Bylaw No. 2350 for convenience fees
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2336 (CD-11 to CS-1) at 2000 Mackenzie Avenue North
- Adopt 2021 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2348 and Development Cost Charge Reserve Fund Expenditures Bylaw No. 2349
Public Hearing
The Williams Lake Council is holding a virtual public hearing on May 11, 2021, to hear comments on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2336, which would rezone 2000 Mackenzie Avenue North from Comprehensive Development Zone 11 (CD-11) to Service Commercial (CS-1) to allow a vehicle repair shop with outdoor tire storage. The applicant, 607841 BC Ltd., also requests variances to reduce parking from 17 to 12 spaces and loading space length from 11m to 8m. The hearing is part of the rezoning process; adoption is pending an encroachment agreement for parking and building on the city boulevard.
- Rezoning 2000 Mackenzie Avenue North from CD-11 to CS-1 zone
- Permit outdoor tire storage and vehicle servicing on the property
- Reduce parking requirement from 17 to 12 spaces
- Reduce loading space length from 11m to 8m
- Adoption subject to encroachment agreement for parking and building on city boulevard
Regular Council
Council will consider approving a development permit for Janda Group to convert the upper floor of Boitanio Mall at 850 Oliver Street into 82 residential units. They will also vote on the 2021 municipal tax rates, several contract awards, and other routine items.
- Development Permit #02-2020 for 82 residential units at 850 Oliver Street (Boitanio Mall)
- 2021 Municipal Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2348
- Contract award for airport terminal window replacement to Wise Windows and Doors for $45,995.52
- Contract award for pavement marking to Yellowhead Pavement Marking Inc. for $111,171.56
- Up to $56,000 for audiovisual upgrades in Council Chambers
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council is meeting to consider entering into a Service Agreement and Fund Agreement with the Prince George Community Foundation, receive a presentation on the 2020 Fire Department Year in Review and Statistics, and hear a funding request from the Adult & Teen Challenge Society of BC. The meeting will be livestreamed due to COVID-19 restrictions on public attendance.
- Consider Service Agreement and Fund Agreement with Prince George Community Foundation
- Presentation on 2020 Fire Department Year in Review and Statistics (Jan 1, 2020 – Mar 19, 2021)
- Funding request from Adult & Teen Challenge Society of BC
- Report on procedure for Community Charter Section 57 Notice on Title
- Motion to close meeting to public attendance due to COVID-19, livestreamed on YouTube
Regular Council
The Williams Lake Regular Council meeting on April 13, 2021 includes decisions on the 2021-2025 Financial Plan Bylaw, several zoning amendments, and multiple contract awards for city infrastructure projects. Council will also receive the 2020 audited financial statements and consider COVID hardship grants for local organizations. The meeting will be livestreamed due to COVID-19 public attendance restrictions.
- 2021-2025 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2347 to be introduced and read three times
- Zoning amendment for 27 Seventh Avenue South (CS-3 to R-3) subject to public hearing
- Development permit for 82 residential units at 850 Oliver Street (Boitanio Mall)
- Contract awards: airport HVAC ($147,428), CMRC roof ($203,600), cemetery irrigation ($134,898)
- COVID hardship grants totaling $25,000+ to local organizations
Public Hearing
The City of Williams Lake Council is holding a virtual public hearing on April 13, 2021, to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2344, which would rezone 27 Seventh Avenue South from Highway Commercial (CS-3) to Low Density Multiple Family Residential (R-3). The applicant, 1144438 BC Ltd., proposes to build eight townhouse units in two phases of four units each. The bylaw also increases the maximum density on the subject parcels from 44 to 73 units per hectare. Adoption is pending subdivision approval and Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure consultation.
- Rezone 27 Seventh Avenue South from CS-3 to R-3
- Allow 8 townhouse units in two phases (4 units each)
- Increase max density on subject parcels from 44 to 73 units/ha
- Public hearing held virtually via Zoom due to COVID-19
- Adoption withheld pending subdivision approval and MOTI consultation
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting held with waived notice. The only substantive action is a motion to close the meeting to the public to discuss personal information about a candidate for a municipal position and labour or employee relations. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with adoption of the agenda and adjournment as the only other items.
- Motion to close meeting under Community Charter Section 92 for Sections 90(1)(a) and (c)
- Waiver of 24-hour notice for special meeting by unanimous council vote
- Meeting held at Council Chambers, 450 Mart Street, Williams Lake
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive a presentation on the draft Central Cariboo Housing Capacity and Gap Analysis, a provincially required study identifying housing needs and gaps. Council will also consider awarding the remaining COVID-19 hardship grants to five local organizations and discuss a fee-for-service agreement with Five Stones Community Outreach. The meeting will be livestreamed due to COVID-19 restrictions on public attendance.
- Draft Central Cariboo Housing Capacity and Gap Analysis presentation from CitySpaces Consulting
- COVID Hardship Grants: $2,500 each to Williams Lake Skating Club, Harvest Fair, Youth Soccer Association, Blue Fins, and Fire Department Association
- Fee for Service Agreement with Five Stones Community Outreach (formerly Youth for Christ)
- RCMP Police Commission Report for February 2021 from Inspector Jeff Pelley
- NCLGA membership dues feedback requested before April 6 deadline
Regular Council
Council is deciding on the 2021 budget and 2021-2025 financial plan, including borrowing up to $4.5 million for the Water Treatment Plant and internal transfers for capital shortfalls. It will also consider awarding a $951,310.13 construction contract for the Lakeview Avenue Reconstruction project, approve a temporary use permit for a retail nursery, and give readings to a zoning bylaw for townhouses on Seventh Avenue South. The meeting is closed to physical public attendance due to COVID-19 but livestreamed.
- 2021 Budget and 2021-2025 Financial Plan: authorize external borrowing up to 5 years for 50% of $4.5M Water Treatment Plant commitment; internal borrowing up to $2.4M from Sewer Fund for capital shortfalls
- Capital plan changes: add Hodgson Road Water Main Phase 1, $30,000 Council Chambers upgrades, reservoir relining; remove Mackenzie Avenue North and Crown Land Master Plan projects
- Award Lakeview Avenue Reconstruction contract to Peterson Contracting Ltd. for $951,310.13 (total project value $1,142,000)
- Temporary Use Permit for Horsefly Nursery at 1122 South Lakeside Drive for retail plant sales (April-June, 3 years)
- Zoning amendment Bylaw No. 2344 for 27 Seventh Avenue South: CS-3 to R-3 to allow eight townhouse units; public hearing scheduled April 13, 2021
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed (in-camera) council meeting. Council will discuss personal information about a municipal award or honour candidate, security of municipal property, and solicitor-client privileged advice. No public decisions are expected as the meeting is closed.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(b), (d), and (i)
- Discussion of a municipal award or honour candidate
- Discussion of municipal property security
- Receipt of solicitor-client privileged advice
Special Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council is reviewing feedback from local community organizations on the draft Mural Approval Policy and mural funding eligibility criteria. Council will provide direction to staff to finalize the policy, which includes forming a Public Art Committee, setting funding criteria, and amending related bylaws. The meeting is closed to in-person attendance due to COVID-19 but will be livestreamed.
- Discussion of Mural Approval Policy and funding eligibility criteria
- Proposal to form a Public Art Committee with two artists, three community reps, and two Council members
- Annual mural funding of up to $5,000, with minimum grant of $1,000
- Proposed change to mural submission deadline from May 31 to April 30
- Potential amendments to Good Neighbour Bylaw and Sign Bylaw to define murals
Special Joint Committee
The Central Cariboo Joint Committee is deciding whether to offer Interior Health a reduced rental rate at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex for COVID-19 vaccination clinics from April to September 2021, and is reviewing four options for the complex's 2021 financial operating plan to address projected deficits. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19, with minutes to be published openly.
- Interior Health requests reduced ice arena dry floor rental rate for vaccination clinics; potential income at 50% rate: $43,695.96 for 84 days
- Vaccination clinic dates: April 6-17, May 17-29, July 5-29, Aug 3-7, Aug 16-Sep 2, Sep 7-17
- Four financial operating plan options: no change (deficit ~$240,000), reduced morning hours (~$125,000 deficit), reduced maintenance hours (~$155,000 deficit), close Sundays (~$195,000 deficit)
- Public not permitted to physically attend meeting due to COVID-19 Ministerial Order; meeting not considered closed
- Other municipalities' responses to similar rental requests noted (e.g., Dawson Creek, Prince George, Quesnel)
Regular Council
Council will consider ratifying a February 24 poll authorizing the purchase of bridges for the River Valley at a cost of $929,802.37, funded from a previously approved recovery budget, and waiving the purchasing policy to award the contract to Formula Contractors Ltd. The meeting also includes reports on COVID hardship grants, flood recovery funding, and several bylaw adoptions.
- Ratify purchase of River Valley bridges for $929,802.37 from Formula Contractors Ltd.
- Award COVID Hardship Grants totaling $12,488.95 to five local organizations
- Allocate $1,495,768 from Sanitary Sewer account to 2021 capital budget for flood recovery, subject to DFA funding
- Adopt Building Amendment Bylaw No. 2339, Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2343, and Solid Waste Disposal and Recycling Amendment Bylaw No. 2346
- Allocate remaining $546,205 from COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant to capital program
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will consider two finance items: allocating the remaining $546,205 from the COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant to boost uncollected taxation revenues and directing funds to the capital program, and extending rent relief for commercial tenants at the Williams Lake Regional Airport terminal for six months. The meeting also includes presentations from Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism and Community Futures on a business succession program. Public attendance is closed due to COVID-19, but the meeting will be livestreamed.
- Allocate $546,205 from COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant to capital program
- Extend rent relief at Williams Lake Regional Airport terminal to September 30, 2021
- Presentation from Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism on marketing and COVID-19 recovery
- Introduction of Planning A Successful Succession (PASS) program by Community Futures
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council will decide on a zoning amendment for 1704 Broadway Avenue South to allow a drive-thru restaurant and beer/wine store, allocate additional COVID-19 Safe Restart funds, and introduce a solid waste bylaw amendment for cart fees. The meeting will be livestreamed due to COVID-19 restrictions on public attendance.
- Zoning amendment Bylaw No. 2345 for 1704 Broadway Avenue South (CS-1 to CS-3) to allow drive-thru restaurant and beer/wine store
- Allocate $200,000 to Pandemic Relief Fund, $16,795 to Business License Fee Relief, $20,000 to COVID-Related Contracted Work from Safe Restart Grant
- Solid Waste Bylaw Amendment No. 2346 for garbage/recycling cart fees (first three readings)
- Approve Cariboo Flea Market outdoor event at Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex west parking lot, Thursdays May 6-Sept 30, 2021
- Adopt Fee Amendment Bylaw No. 2338 and amend Building Bylaw No. 2339 regarding permit fees
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting with no public agenda items. Council will discuss personal information about a candidate or employee, labour relations, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service, all under closed-meeting exceptions. No decisions or public actions are scheduled.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a), (c), and (k)
- Topics: personnel information, labour/employee relations, preliminary service negotiations
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will hear a presentation on the Thrive Poverty Reduction Plan and consider endorsing it, along with a $50,000 grant application to UBCM for implementation. Council will also receive an RCMP report, consider membership renewals in local government organizations, and discuss NCLGA resolutions and an emergency support services MOU with the Cariboo Regional District. The meeting is closed to in-person attendance due to COVID-19 but will be livestreamed.
- Endorse Thrive Poverty Reduction Plan and apply for $50,000 UBCM grant
- Receive RCMP Police Commission Report for January 2021
- Approve continued membership in NCLGA, UBCM, and FCM
- Consider 2021 NCLGA resolutions and executive nominations
- Endorse MOU with Cariboo Regional District for Emergency Support Services
Regular Council
Council will decide on several items, including early budget approval for the Lakeview Avenue Reconstruction project, first readings of fee and building bylaw amendments, and a request to support a public inquiry into sentencing of prolific offenders. The meeting will be closed to physical public attendance due to COVID-19 but livestreamed.
- Lakeview Avenue Reconstruction project: early budget approval of $1,383,000
- Fee Amendment Bylaw No. 2338 and Building Amendment Bylaw No. 2339: first three readings
- Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2343: first three readings
- NDIT Marketing Initiatives application: $5,000 allocation for DWL brand extension
- Request for support of public inquiry into sentencing of prolific offenders
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council is meeting to decide on several contracts and funding items, including awarding a design contract for the Williams Lake Enhancement Plan and River Valley Boardwalk, a fuel supply contract, and a sole-source contract for Phase 2 of the Airport Terminal Upgrade. They will also consider a zoning bylaw adoption, a community policing funding agreement, and a grant application for a trail boardwalk. The meeting will be livestreamed due to COVID-19 restrictions on public attendance.
- Direct award of Williams Lake Enhancement Plan and River Valley Boardwalk Design to TRUE Consulting Ltd., with $30,000 added from General Revenue
- Award fuel supply contract to Suncor Energy/Petro-Canada at $1.069/litre unleaded and $1.1002/litre diesel
- Sole-source award of Phase 2 Airport Terminal Upgrade to OT Timber Frames Ltd. for $158,000
- Approve ICIP COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream application for a trail boardwalk along Williams Creek, with $50,000 from general revenue
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2309 for 4775 Cattle Drive (Service Commercial use)
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive reports and provide direction on several items: a proposed sole-source $158,000 Phase 2 airport terminal upgrade, options for licensed vs. unlicensed recreation daycamps, a two-year community policing fee-for-service agreement, and potential updates to the Council Procedure Bylaw. A presentation from the Prince George Community Foundation on establishing a community foundation is also scheduled. The meeting is closed to physical public attendance due to COVID-19 but will be livestreamed.
- Direct award of Phase 2 Airport Terminal Upgrade to OT Timber Frames for $158,000, waiving Purchasing Policy, with NDIT grant of $125,000 and City portion of $53,570 from Airport Reserves
- Report on unlicensed vs. licensed options for the Boitanio Summer Daycamp, seeking Council guidance for the 2021 program
- Direction on entering a two-year Fee-for-Service Agreement (2021-2022) with the Williams Lake Community Policing Committee at $21,000 annually
- Presentation from Prince George Community Foundation on establishing a community foundation, with NDIT matching funds up to $50,000 available
- Direction on developing an updated Council Procedure Bylaw
Regular Council
At this regular meeting, Council will consider several COVID-19 relief measures, including grants for non-profits and a 50% reduction in business license fees, funded by the Safe Restart Grant. They will also review applications for infrastructure grants, including a trail boardwalk and flood mitigation projects, and ratify prior polls of Council. The meeting will be livestreamed due to public attendance restrictions.
- Ten $2,500 grants ($25,000 total) for non-profits from COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant
- 50% reduction in 2021 business license fees (~$75,000 cost) from Safe Restart Grant
- Application for up to $800,000 ICIP CVRIS grant for trail boardwalk along Williams Creek
- Ratify poll authorizing $15,000 split between Williams Lake Stampede Association and Royal Canadian Legion Branch 139
- Ratify poll for ~$796,000 ICIP ARDM grant for River Valley Flood Mitigation
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed (in-camera) council meeting, not a public decision session. Council is meeting privately to discuss information that is prohibited from disclosure under provincial freedom-of-information rules, and preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service. No public decisions or votes are on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(j) and (k)
- Discussion of information prohibited from disclosure under FOIPPA Section 21
- Preliminary negotiations on proposed municipal service provision