Gold River, BC

Regular Meeting

L'ordre du jour de la réunion ordinaire de Gold River du 2026-09-08 ne contient aucun élément répertorié. Il semble s'agir d'un substitut sans décisions, propositions ou audiences publiques identifiées. Aucune action ou discussion concrète ne peut être rapportée à partir du document fourni.

Regular Meeting

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Regular Meeting

Le conseil du village de Gold River examinera deux règlements non finalisés : le Règlement n° 764 sur la délégation de pouvoirs et le Règlement n° 765 sur la nomination des officiers. Il entendra également des délégations concernant la santé publique, le terrain de golf et l'installation de compteurs d'eau. Les rapports de l'administration incluent l'attribution de services d'audit externe et d'un contrat de réfrigération/CVC. La correspondance comprend l'approbation d'un plan de gestion des déchets solides et le financement d'équipement pour le service d'incendie.

• Examen du Règlement n° 764 sur la délégation de pouvoirs, 2026
• Examen du Règlement n° 765 sur la nomination des officiers, 2026
• Attribution du contrat de services d'audit externe
• Attribution du contrat de réfrigération et CVC
• Délégation du Dr C. Enns sur la santé de la population de Gold River

Council awarded the external audit services contract for fiscal years 2026-2030 to Chan Nowosad Boates (CNB), Chartered Professional Accountants. They also authorized staff to enter a four-year contract for refrigeration and HVAC services with Island West Refrigeration Ltd. Two bylaws—Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 764 and Officer Appointment Bylaw No. 765—were postponed to 2027. All motions carried unanimously.

• Awarded external audit services contract to Chan Nowosad Boates (CNB) for 2026-2030 (carried)
• Authorized contract with Island West Refrigeration Ltd. for refrigeration and HVAC services, up to four years (carried)
• Postponed Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 764, 2026 to 2027 (carried)
• Postponed Officer Appointment Bylaw No. 765, 2026 to 2027 (carried)
• Adopted agenda as amended (carried)
• Adopted minutes from June 15, 2026 (carried)
• Received Work in Progress report for information (carried)
• Received correspondence, including cemetery benches and wind phone request, and directed administration to prepare a report (carried)

Regular Meeting

Le Conseil tiendra une audience publique et examinera l'adoption du Rapport municipal annuel 2025 et de l'État de l'information financière. Les autres points à l'ordre du jour comprennent la réception du Rapport annuel sur l'eau 2025, l'approbation d'un accord de partage des coûts électoraux avec le Strathcona Regional District, et l'examen d'une lettre de soutien pour un partenariat de subvention avec la Nation Mowachaht/Muchalaht. Deux règlements sont en deuxième lecture : le Règlement sur la délégation de pouvoirs n° 764 et le Règlement sur la nomination des officiers n° 765.

• Audience publique sur le Rapport municipal annuel 2025 et l'État de l'information financière
• Accord de partage des coûts électoraux avec le Strathcona Regional District
• Opportunité de partenariat de subvention avec la MMFN pour des projets d'adaptation rapide
• Règlement sur la délégation de pouvoirs n° 764, 2026
• Règlement sur la nomination des officiers n° 765, 2026

Council approved a shift to a proactive bylaw enforcement model with bi-monthly visits from the SRD Bylaw Officer. The council also authorized an election cost-sharing agreement with the Strathcona Regional District and supported a wildfire risk reduction grant partnership with the Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation.

• Approved shift to proactive bylaw enforcement with bi-monthly SRD officer visits
• Authorized 2026 Election Cost Sharing Agreement with Strathcona Regional District
• Adopted updated Policy No. Council-102 – Proclamations
• Passed resolution to partner with Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation on Rapid Adaptation Projects grant
• Authorized staff to request meetings with Provincial Ministers for advocacy priorities
• Accepted 2025 Annual Municipal Report and Statements of Financial Information (SOFI)
• Tabled Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 764, 2026 to next meeting
• Tabled Officer Appointment Bylaw No. 765, 2026 to next meeting

Regular Meeting

Le Conseil discutera d'un rapport administratif sur la Taxe sur la spéculation et les logements vacants (SVT) et l'inclusion potentielle de Gold River. Il examinera également des mises à jour de deux politiques (Préparation de l'ordre du jour et Proclamations), le renouvellement d'un bail pour le bâtiment de la Cour, ainsi qu'une politique de location de salle pour le Jack Christensen Centre. La correspondance comprend des demandes concernant la poursuite du financement du LGCAP, un financement provincial dédié aux objectifs de logement, et une demande de proclamation pour la Journée nationale des soins dentaires.

• Discussion sur la Taxe sur la spéculation et les logements vacants (SVT) et l'inclusion potentielle de Gold River
• Renouvellement du bail pour la Cour – autorisation de signer l'accord de renouvellement
• Mise à jour de la politique de location de salle du Jack Christensen Centre (JCC)
• Mises à jour des politiques Council-101 (Préparation de l'ordre du jour) et Council-102 (Proclamations)
• Correspondance : poursuite du financement du LGCAP, demande de financement pour le logement, proclamation de la Journée nationale des soins dentaires

The Council adopted updated Agenda Preparation and Proclamations policies, authorized a lease renewal with the Province for 1,406 sq. ft. at 499 Muchalat Drive, and approved rate increases for the Jack Christensen Centre.

• Adopted updated Agenda Preparation and Distribution Policy (Council-101)
• Repealed and adopted updated Proclamations Policy (Council-102)
• Authorized lease renewal with Province for 1,406 sq. ft. at 499 Muchalat Drive (5-year term)
• Authorized Jack Christensen Centre rental rate increase to $320 for full room
• Authorized one-year lease renewal with Campbell River Tax Services Inc.

Regular Meeting

Le conseil du village de Gold River se réunira pour approuver le procès-verbal de la réunion ordinaire du 4 mai 2026, entendre une délégation du détachement de la GRC de Nootka Sound et examiner les rapports des comités ainsi que les points d'information, y compris la conférence 2026 de l'Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM).

• Adoption du procès-verbal de la réunion ordinaire du 4 mai 2026
• Délégation du commandant du détachement de la GRC de Nootka Sound
• Examen du matériel de la conférence 2026 de l'Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM)
• Présentation sur le système d'information financière Gold River OpenBook
• Correspondance concernant l'expansion de la taxe de vente provinciale

The council adopted the meeting agenda and the May 4 minutes. It received work‑in‑progress, OpenBook, and UBCM reports, as well as a correspondence item, for information. The council approved expanding off‑season hours at the Anne Fiddick Aquatic Centre to Monday‑Friday 9 am‑noon for sport facilities and pool‑side shower/washrooms, excluding statutory holidays. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda adopted (carried)
• May 4, 2026 minutes adopted (carried)
• Work in Progress received for information (carried)
• Gold River OpenBook report accepted for information (carried)
• 2026 UBCM report accepted for information (carried)
• Correspondence from R. Siemens received for information (carried)
• Anne Fiddick Aquatic Centre off‑season hours expanded to Mon‑Fri 9 am‑noon (carried)
• Meeting adjourned (carried)

Regular Meeting

Le conseil du village de Gold River se réunira pour approuver le règlement sur les taux d'imposition de 2026 et discuter d'une motion concernant le lac Muchalat. L'ordre du jour comprend des rapports de responsables du district régional et une délégation sur l'internet par fibre optique.

• Règlement n° 763 de 2026 sur les taux d'imposition
• Motion du conseiller N. Pichert sur le lac Muchalat
• Délégation sur la mise à jour de la fibre (Strathcona Regional District)
• Accord d'arbitrage des litiges relatifs aux avis de règlement
• Lettre de soutien pour le projet de soins de longue durée de Campbell River

The council adopted the meeting agenda and the April 20 minutes. It approved Tax Rate Bylaw No. 763, 2026 by title only. Council authorized a letter of support for the Campbell River Long Term Care Project and approved engagement with the Strathcona Regional District to explore funding for a replacement Muchalat Lake dock. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda adopted (carried)
• April 20 minutes adopted (carried)
• Authorized Mayor and Corporate Officer to sign Bylaw Notice Dispute Adjudication agreement (carried)
• Received Work in Progress for information (carried)
• Tax Rate Bylaw No. 763, 2026 adopted by title only (carried)
• Authorized letter of support for Campbell River Long Term Care Project (carried)
• Supported engagement with Strathcona Regional District to explore funding for Muchalat Lake dock replacement (carried)
• Meeting adjourned (carried)

Regular Meeting

Le Conseil examinera le règlement municipal sur le taux d'imposition de 2026 ainsi qu'une exemption fiscale pour la revitalisation. Les points de discussion comprennent une mise à jour de la politique du camping et une demande de subvention pour Gold River Slo-Pitch.

• Règlement n° 763, Taux d'imposition 2026
• Règlement sur l'exemption fiscale pour la revitalisation
• Demande de subvention 2026 pour Gold River Slo-Pitch
• Politique du camping et tarifs proposés pour les services récréatifs

Council adopted the Campground Policy and authorized a contract for the Revitalization Tax Exemption bylaw. Several amendments regarding extra vehicle fees were defeated. The Slo-pitch grant application was approved for up to $1,850.

• Approved Slo-pitch grant-in-aid application for up to $1,850
• Authorized contract with McElhanney for Revitalization Tax Exemption bylaw (max $22,700)
• Approved Campground Policy as presented
• Defeated amendment to set Day Use fee at $10.00 (4 opposed)
• Defeated amendment to waive fee for extra vehicles (2 opposed)
• Defeated amendment to set extra vehicle fee at $5.00 (2 opposed)
• Defeated amendment to set extra vehicle fee at $10.00 (2 opposed)
• Defeated amendment to include 20 people and 10 vehicles in group fee (2 opposed)

Regular Meeting

Gold River Village Council will discuss and potentially decide on the 2026 tax rate multiplier, award an ERP system contract, and review the Jack Christensen Centre's free or discounted rates. The meeting also includes a delegation on the 2025 draft financial statements and consideration of a slo-pitch grant-in-aid application. Correspondence includes letters on provincial housing legislation and a solid waste management plan.

• Tax Rate Multiplier for 2026 (attachments include 2025 Tax Rate Table)
• ERP System Award (enterprise resource planning contract)
• Jack Christensen Centre Free Use / Discounted Rates policy
• 2025 Financial Statements review and delegation from Chan Nowosad Boates
• 2026 Gold River Slo-Pitch Grant-in-aid Application

The Village Council approved the 2025 Financial Statements and awarded an ERP system replacement contract to Catalis Technologies Canada Ltd. for up to $139,000 plus taxes. Additionally, several rental agreements for the Jack Christensen Centre were approved and election officials were appointed for the 2026 Election.

• Deferred 2026 Gold River Slo-Pitch Grant-in-aid Application
• Approved 2025 Financial Statements
• Approved Gold River Food Network rent at Jack Christensen Centre ($50.00/month)
• Approved Gold River Restorative Justice Society rent at Jack Christensen Centre ($30.00/month for 9 months)
• Approved Gold River Museum & Archive Society rent at Jack Christensen Centre ($30.00/month for 9 months)
• Directed preparation of Tax Rate bylaw with a multiplier of 6 for Managed Forest assessment
• Awarded ERP system replacement to Catalis Technologies Canada Ltd. (up to $139,000 plus taxes)
• Appointed Michael Roy as Chief Election Officer and Carrie McPherson as Deputy Chief Election Officer

Regular Meeting

This regular council meeting includes a delegation from the Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation tourism manager and a report from Councillor Pichert on the Look West Tourism Sector Action Plan. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes, a work-in-progress update, and council member reports. No bylaws or public hearings are scheduled.

• Delegation from L. Corbeil, Tourism Manager, Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation
• Councillor N. Pichert to present Look West Tourism Sector Action Plan
• Work in Progress report attached (20260316 Work in Progress.pdf)
• Adoption of minutes from March 2 and March 3, 2026 meetings

The Council approved the adoption of minutes from March 2 and March 3, 2026. Council also voted to support the Mayor in co-signing a letter from MLA A. Kindy concerning the proposed Salmon Allocation Policy and its economic impacts. The meeting concluded with a motion to proceed In Camera regarding potential litigation.

• Adopted March 2, 2026 minutes
• Adopted March 3, 2026 special meeting minutes
• Authorized Mayor to co-sign MLA A. Kindy's letter on Salmon Allocation Policy
• Moved to In Camera for litigation or potential litigation matters

Special Council Meeting

This is a special meeting of Gold River Village Council with a standard agenda of procedural items. The only substantive item listed is a delegation from CERMAQ (item 7.1), but no details are provided. No other decisions or discussions are specified in the agenda.

• Delegation from CERMAQ (item 7.1) – no further details provided

The council adopted the agenda as presented. No substantive motions were taken, but the council received a presentation from CERMAQ. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Regular Meeting

Council will consider awarding a contract for the exterior renovation of the Village Office building at 499 Muchalat Drive, based on tender drawings and specifications. They will also discuss a new Grant-in-Aid policy and review a cemetery information request. A BC Hydro correspondence is listed on the agenda.

• Award of contract for PSB Village Office Building Exterior Renovation (tender drawings and specs attached)
• Discussion of Grant-in-Aid Policy (draft policy, application, and final report forms)
• Cemetery Request for Information (report, council communications, and plan)
• BC Hydro email correspondence from T. Olynyk
• Adoption of minutes from the February 17, 2026 regular meeting

The council voted to end the campground agreement with Branden Janssen and assume full responsibility for the municipal campground. It adopted a temporary 2026 in‑house service model and a temporary campground directive until a permanent bylaw is passed. The council also approved the Grant‑in‑Aid Policy, amended its wording, and authorized a $94,045.04 exterior renovation contract for the village office building. Additional items were received for information, including a work‑in‑progress report, cemetery information, and BC Hydro correspondence.

• Approved Grant‑in‑Aid Policy (carried)
• Amended section 18 wording in Grant‑in‑Aid Policy (carried)
• Authorized award of PSB Village office exterior renovation contract to 876 Structures Designz & Construction Ltd. for $94,045.04 (carried)
• Received Work in Progress report for information (carried)
• Directed administration to make cemetery information public (carried)
• Accepted BC Hydro correspondence for information (carried)
• Terminated existing campground agreement with Branden Janssen (carried)
• Adopted temporary 2026 in‑house campground service model and directive (carried)

Regular Meeting

The Village of Gold River Council will meet to approve minutes, hear a delegation from the Chamber of Commerce, and consider a Notice of Motion regarding Municipal Campground Policy & Fees. The agenda also includes reports on FireSmart community funding and correspondence regarding fire department equipment.

• Notice of Motion: Municipal Campground Policy & Fees
• Delegation: Chamber of Commerce regarding Municipal Campground
• Grant Opportunity: FireSmart Community & Funding Supports
• Correspondence: UBCM 2024 CEPF for Gold River SCBA Upgrades
• Correspondence: 2023 FireSmart Community Funding Final Payment

Committee of the Whole

The Gold River Council will hold a Committee of the Whole on February 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, approval of the agenda, and administration reports. A grant-in-aid policy will be reviewed with several supporting documents attached. No specific decisions beyond routine motions are listed.

• Review of Grant-in-Aid policy (attachments: Agenda Item Template.pdf, 20251103 Grant in Aid Update.pdf, Grant-in-aid DRAFT.pdf, Policy 202 (Admin) Grant-in-aid.pdf)
• Motion to adjourn in camera
• Rise and report
• Information items

Regular Meeting

The Gold River Village Council will hold its regular meeting on February 2, 2026. Items include public and statutory hearings, reports on the 2025 fourth‑quarter financials and the Age‑friendly Communities program, and a notice of motion on campground policy and fees. The council will also review the 2025 Zoning Bylaw documents.

• Notice of Motion – Campground Policy and Fees (Councillor Pichert)
• 2025 Fourth Quarter Financial Report
• Age‑friendly Communities Program report
• Review of Zoning Bylaw No 761, 2025 (Schedule A attached)
• Public and statutory hearings

The council approved the meeting agenda and adopted the January 19 minutes. It approved submitting a grant application to the Age‑friendly Communities Program and received the 2025 fourth‑quarter financial report for information. The council also received a Work‑in‑Progress update and adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 761, 2025 by title only.

• Agenda adopted (carried)
• January 19 minutes adopted (carried)
• Approved grant application to Age‑friendly Communities Program (carried)
• Received 2025 Q4 financial report for information (carried)
• Received Work‑in‑Progress update for information (carried)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 761, 2025 by title only (carried)

Regular Meeting

Council will hear a delegation from the RCMP detachment commander, consider a regional grant opportunity for an Emergency Operations Centre, and receive correspondence regarding the cemetery. A notice of motion proposes a Nuu-chah-nulth language stop sign.

• Delegation from Sergeant Greg Young, Nootka Sound RCMP Detachment Commander
• Administration report on regional grant opportunity for Emergency Operations Centre
• Correspondence from Gold River Museum & Archives Society regarding cemetery
• Notice of motion by Councillor Wehmeier for a Nuu-chah-nulth language stop sign

The council approved the meeting agenda and adopted the previous meeting minutes. It authorized the Village to submit a Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant for an Emergency Operations Centre and allowed the Strathcona Regional District to receive and manage any awarded funds. Council also recognized a Cemetery Appreciation Day and directed staff to study a stop sign that would include Nuu‑chah‑nulth language.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Adopted January 5 minutes (carried)
• Authorized submission of CEPF grant for Emergency Operations Centre (carried)
• Authorized Strathcona Regional District to receive and manage any grant funds (carried)
• Recognized weekend after Victoria Day as Cemetery Appreciation Day (carried)
• Directed staff to assess feasibility of Nuu‑chah‑nulth language stop sign at Nimpkish Drive (carried)

Regular Meeting

The Gold River Council will review several bylaws, including the 2026 Financial Plan and three utility amendments (Trade Waste and Garbage, Water Rates, Sewer Rates). A regional grant application for the Growing Community Canopies program will be discussed. Councillor Wehmeier will present a motion for a Nuu‑chah‑nulth language stop sign.

• 2026 Financial Plan Bylaw (Bylaw No 762)
• Utility Bylaws: Trade Waste and Garbage Amendment (Bylaw No 612.16)
• Utility Bylaws: Water Rates and Regulations Amendment No 14 (Bylaw No 613.14)
• Utility Bylaws: Sewer Rates Amendment No 16 (Bylaw No 614.16)
• Motion for Nuu‑chah‑nulth language stop sign (Councillor Wehmeier)

Council adopted the 2026 Five Year Financial Plan (Bylaw No. 762, 2025) and three utility rate amendment bylaws by title only. Council also approved a resolution supporting the Strathcona Regional District's grant application for a tree planting study, and approved a draft letter to DFO on the Salmon Allocation Policy. All motions carried unanimously.

• Adopted Financial Plan Bylaw No. 762, 2025 (carried)
• Adopted Water Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 613.14, 2025 (carried)
• Adopted Sewer Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 614.16, 2025 (carried)
• Adopted Trade Waste and Garbage Amendment Bylaw No. 612.16, 2025 (carried)
• Approved resolution supporting Strathcona Regional District's Growing Canada's Community Canopies grant application (carried)
• Approved draft letter to DFO on Salmon Allocation Policy (carried)