Tumbler Ridge, BC

Regular Meeting of Council

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

Regular Meeting of Council

Regular Meeting of Council

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

Regular Meeting of Council

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

Regular Meeting of Council

Regular Meeting of Council

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

Regular Meeting of Council

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

The Policies and Priorities Committee will hear two delegations: the Grizzly Valley Saddle Club requesting a resolution of support for its capital improvement project (fencing, barns, indoor arena), and the Tweed Peace Project presentation. The committee will also discuss the Admin-29 Room Bookings Policy and consider forwarding it to a Regular Council meeting for adoption. The agenda includes routine approval of minutes and adjournment.

• Grizzly Valley Saddle Club requests Council support for funding applications for facility upgrades (fencing, barns, indoor arena)
• Tweed Peace Project presentation to Council
• Discussion of Admin-29 Room Bookings Policy and possible referral to Regular Council
• Adoption of July 14, 2026 committee minutes

Special Meeting of Council

Council will vote on supporting a grant application to the Northern Development Initiative Trust for up to $300,000 toward a $1.05M covered driving range and golf cart storage facility at the Tumbler Ridge Golf and Country Club. They will also discuss golf tournament fee structure following a public inquiry, and consider appointing a Deputy Chief Election Officer for the 2026 general local election.

• Support resolution for NDIT grant of up to $300,000 for covered driving range and golf cart storage facility (total project cost $1,047,800)
• Discussion of golf tournament package fees after delegation from Industrial Metal Works and TR Cares
• Appointment of Katherine Stelfox as Deputy Chief Election Officer for 2026 General Local Election
• Two requests from TR Days Society for Municipal Significance Designation: Conuma Resources 10th Anniversary Celebration (Aug 22 & 29) and TR Strong Benefit Concert & Fall Fair (Sep 5)

Regular Meeting of Council

Tumbler Ridge Council will decide whether to adopt the Trails & Outdoor Recreation Strategy and approve a grant application for up to $300,000 toward a covered driving range and golf cart storage facility. Delegations include requests for a dental care day proclamation and facility funding for the Grizzly Valley Saddle Club.

• Adopt Tumbler Ridge Trails & Outdoor Recreation Strategy
• Approve NDIT grant application for up to $300,000 for covered driving range and golf cart storage facility
• Proclaim October 10, 2026 as National Dental Care Day
• Approve 2-hour parking limits on Main Street and Front Street
• Adopt TR 58 District-Owned Housing Units Policy

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

The Policies and Priorities Committee will receive a presentation regarding the Crown Land Wildfire Risk Reduction Program in the Northeast Region. The discussion includes potential future projects near Tumbler Ridge, such as Flatbed Creek and industrial areas.

• Ministry of Forests presentation on Northeast Region wildfire risk reduction
• Review of District-Owned Housing Units Policy
• Report on Women's Golf Week 2026
• Council Administration 2026 budget-to-actual review as of June 30

Regular Meeting of Council

Special Meeting of Council

Le Conseil examinera l'approbation de l'État des informations financières 2025 et du rapport annuel 2025 du District. Ils discuteront également de l'intégration et de l'orientation du conseil, d'un pari amical avec Taber pour Kraft Hockeyville, et d'une demande de désigner le Rise & Vibe Festival comme un événement d'importance municipale. La réunion sera fermée au public pour des négociations préliminaires sur un service municipal.

• Approuver l'État des informations financières (SOFI) 2025, incluant les états financiers audités et les tableaux de rémunération
• Approuver le rapport annuel 2025 du District of Tumbler Ridge
• Discuter du plan d'intégration et d'orientation du Conseil 2026-2030
• Pari amical Kraft Hockeyville avec la ville de Taber impliquant un échange de maillots
• Demande de désigner le Rise & Vibe Festival comme événement d'importance municipale pour un permis d'alcool

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

Le Comité des politiques et des priorités examinera les politiques mises à jour pour les espaces de stockage Admin 45 et modifiera les politiques de subvention et de frais de service. Le comité recevra également des mises à jour sur les initiatives de rétablissement communautaire et de sécurité culturelle.

• Adoption de la politique des espaces de stockage Admin 45
• Modifications des politiques de subvention et de frais de service
• Mise à jour sur le rétablissement communautaire
• Mise en œuvre de la visualisation graphique de la sécurité culturelle
• Frais de stockage : Casier simple 100 $/an, Double 200 $/an, Bleacher 350 $/an

Regular Meeting of Council

Le conseil décidera d'adopter le Règlement sur les élections et le vote par assentiment n° 763 et d'approuver l'Accord d'aide mutuelle pour les événements majeurs de la région de la Paix. Ils discuteront également des réunions ministérielles de l'UBCM 2026 et examineront la possibilité de renoncer à une procédure de politique de laissez-passer récréatif. Un avis de motion demande le remboursement du dîner du maire pour le personnel du district scolaire.

• Adoption du Règlement sur les élections et le vote par assentiment n° 763
• Approbation de l'Accord d'aide mutuelle pour les événements majeurs de la région de la Paix
• Discussion sur les réunions ministérielles de l'UBCM 2026
• Avis de motion pour rembourser le maire Krakowka pour le dîner au Don's Diner
• Correspondance du district de Saanich demandant un financement provincial dédié aux cibles de logement

Regular Meeting of Council

Le conseil procédera aux première, deuxième et troisième lectures du Règlement sur les élections et le vote par assentiment No. 763. Il ratifiera également une entente de partenariat de 10 ans avec la Colombie-Britannique pour la gestion du sentier Flatbed Falls. Des délégations entendront la Sportsmans Association, le Northern Lights College et la Community Forest. Une proclamation pour la Semaine nationale de l'accessibilité (National AccessAbility Week) est soumise à approbation.

• Règlement sur les élections et le vote par assentiment No. 763, 2026 – trois lectures
• Entente de partenariat avec Recreation Sites and Trails BC pour le sentier Flatbed Falls (terme de 10 ans)
• Délégation de la Tumbler Ridge Sportsmans Association concernant la clause de dépôt de garantie
• Proclamation de la Semaine nationale de l'accessibilité (National AccessAbility Week) (31 mai – 6 juin)
• Correspondance demandant la reconsidération de la démolition de la Tumbler Ridge Secondary School

Special Meeting of Council

Cette réunion spéciale du Conseil de Tumbler Ridge recevra une présentation de KPMG sur les états financiers vérifiés de 2025 et votera sur leur approbation. Les états financiers montrent un audit sans réserve, un excédent annuel de 10,6 millions de dollars et un excédent accumulé total de 106,7 millions de dollars.

• Présentation par KPMG des états financiers vérifiés de 2025
• Opinion d'audit sans réserve émise
• Excédent annuel de 10,6 millions de dollars
• Excédent accumulé total de 106,7 millions de dollars
• Actifs corporels de 55,1 millions de dollars

Special Meeting of Council

Le conseil adoptera le règlement sur le plan financier 2026-2030 et le règlement sur les taux d'imposition de 2026. Le plan financier fixe les recettes de la taxe foncière à 18 044 530 $, soit une augmentation de 5,26 % par rapport à 2025. Les projets d'investissement pour 2026 totalisent 13 935 190 $. Divers taux d'imposition par catégorie de propriété sont fixés, la catégorie « Grande industrie » étant à 125,24350 $ par tranche de 1 000 $ de valeur évaluée.

• Adoption du règlement n° 761 sur le plan financier 2026-2030
• Adoption du règlement n° 762 sur les taux d'imposition de 2026
• Augmentation de 5,26 % des recettes de la taxe foncière pour atteindre 18 044 530 $
• 13 935 190 $ en projets d'investissement prévus pour 2026
• Taux d'imposition pour la catégorie « Grande industrie » : 125,24350 $ par tranche de 1 000 $ de valeur évaluée

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

Le Comité des politiques et des priorités discutera d'un nouveau projet de règlement consolidé sur les élections et le vote par assentiment. Ce document fusionne les règlements précédents concernant la conduite des élections et les procédures de vote par correspondance afin de s'aligner sur les mises à jour législatives de 2025. La réunion comprend également une séance à huis clos pour discuter de l'acquisition ou de la cession de terrains.

• Examen du projet de règlement consolidé sur les élections et le vote par assentiment
• Séance à huis clos concernant l'acquisition, la cession ou l'expropriation de terrains

Special Meeting of Council

The Tumbler Ridge Council will adopt the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 760, 2026, which updates user fees for recreation facilities, golf course services and other municipal amenities. The bylaw received first and second readings on April 20, 2026 and a third reading on May 4, 2026, and is recommended for adoption at this special meeting. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of the agenda, a question‑and‑answer period, and adjournment.

• Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 760, 2026
• Locker rental rates increased by 10%
• We Love Kids Day admission set to $10.00 flat rate
• Golf membership and green fees increased by 12%; 9‑hole cart rental $25.00, 18‑hole $44.00
• Electric golf cart storage revised to $600.00 annually

Regular Meeting of Council

The Tumbler Ridge Council meeting will consider several bylaw readings, notably the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 760, the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 761, and the 2026 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 762. It will also discuss a development variance permit for 167 Peace River Crescent and a proposal to include driving range usage with an annual membership. These items will be voted on or received for discussion during the session.

• Third reading of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 760, 2026
• First, second, and third readings of 2026‑2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 761, 2026
• First, second, and third readings of 2026 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 762, 2026
• Authorization of Development Variance Permit DVP #2026‑02 for 167 Peace River Crescent (front setback to 4.27 m for a 4' × 7' boot room)
• Report on inclusion of driving range usage with an annual membership (discussion item)

Budget Meeting of Council

Le conseil examine les options de taux d'imposition pour 2026. Le personnel recommande de réduire le transfert aux réserves pour compenser une perte liée à un changement non marchand, ce qui entraîne une augmentation d'impôt de 5.26% pour la plupart des classes de propriétés. Le conseil examinera également l'adoption du règlement sur le plan financier 2026-2030 et du règlement sur les taux d'imposition.

• Augmentation d'impôt uniforme de 5.26% pour toutes les classes de propriétés sauf les services publics
• Transfert à la réserve générale réduit à $4,703,206
• Projet de règlement sur le plan financier 2026-2030 n° 761
• Projet de règlement sur les taux d'imposition n° 762
• Période de questions et réponses publiques (15 minutes)

Budget Meeting of Council

Le conseil poursuit sa discussion sur l'ensemble budgétaire 2026-2030. Le budget proposé comprend une augmentation d'impôt de 5.26% pour 2026 et une nouvelle dette pour une caserne de pompiers. Le conseil examinera des chiffres mis à jour et pourrait apporter des ajustements.

• Augmentation d'impôt proposée de 5.26% pour 2026
• Nouvelle dette allant jusqu'à 6.25 M$ pour une caserne de pompiers en 2027
• Budget de projets spéciaux de 5.75 M$ en 2026
• Augmentation du budget de fonctionnement de 13.85% à 21.6 M$
• Poursuite de la discussion budgétaire de la réunion précédente

Regular Meeting of Council

The council will approve the agenda and adopt the minutes from the April 7 meeting. It will read the Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment No. 760 three times for adoption. Delegations include correspondence on temporary foreign worker program changes, mental‑health conference, and resident concerns about fee increases. A Healthcare Task Force report on a PRA program will be received for information.

• First, second, and third reading of Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment No. 760 for adoption
• Healthcare Task Force Committee recommendation – follow‑up for PRA program to provincial government (information/discussion)
• Correspondence from City of Dawson Creek regarding Temporary Foreign Worker Program changes
• Resident letters raising concerns about fee and charge increases
• Correspondence from City of Fort St. John about a May 21 mental‑health conference

Budget Meeting of Council

Le Conseil discutera du budget proposé 2026-2030, qui comprend une augmentation d'impôt de 5,26% pour 2026. Il examinera également le financement de deux projets de pavage de chemins et d'une installation de stockage de voiturettes de golf. Une séance à huis clos est prévue pour discuter d'avis juridiques.

• Augmentation de l'impôt foncier de 5,26% proposée pour 2026
• Dette proposée pour la caserne de pompiers (870k$ en 2026, 6,25M$ en 2027, 4,8M$ en 2028) et l'hôtel de ville (3M$ en 2028)
• 25 500$ pour le pavage du chemin de Hartford Court au RCMP Detachment
• 98 150$ pour le pavage du chemin sur Monkman Way jusqu'à Spieker Ave
• Discussion sur le projet d'installation de stockage de voiturettes de golf et de practice couvert

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

Le comité examine un rapport comparant les frais des services communautaires de Tumbler Ridge (par exemple, terrains de raquette, casiers, scènes, locations d'équipement) avec ceux de Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Fort St. John et Taylor. Le personnel recommande certaines augmentations (par exemple, 10% pour les casiers) et aucun changement pour d'autres. La rencontre se fermera également pour discuter de négociations confidentielles avec le gouvernement provincial ou fédéral.

• Examen des frais et charges des services communautaires pour les loisirs, les casiers, les scènes et les locations d'équipement
• Recommandation d'augmenter les frais de location de casiers de 10%
• Aucune augmentation recommandée pour les terrains de raquette, les scènes ou les frais de location divers
• Rencontre à huis clos en vertu de l'article 90(2)(b)(i) de la Charte des communautés pour des négociations avec le gouvernement

Regular Meeting of Council

At the April 7, 2026 regular council meeting, Council will adopt the agenda and prior meeting minutes, consider a consent agenda, and review several new business items. The agenda includes a review and adoption of amendments to the Admin 42 marquee rental policy, a request to issue Development Variance Permit #2026‑01 for 252 Peace River Crescent, the appointment of an acting corporate officer, and approval of travel expenses for Mayor Krakowka's ministerial meetings in Victoria. Additional items include delegations from the Tumbler Ridge Mountain Bike Association and the BC Rural Health Network.

• Adopt amendments to the Admin 42 Marquee Rental Policy
• Authorize Development Variance Permit #2026‑01 for 252 Peace River Crescent to allow a porch projection up to 2.465 m
• Appoint Lisa Scott as Acting Corporate Officer during extended absences of the regular officer
• Approve travel expenses for Mayor Krakowka to attend ministerial meetings in Victoria, April 20‑24 2026 (funded from the Council Travel Budget)
• Receive delegations from the Tumbler Ridge Mountain Bike Association and BC Rural Health Network

Budget Meeting of Council

The council will receive the 2026‑2030 Budget Package for discussion, which includes a projected tax increase of up to 5.26% in 2026 and outlines debt financing for a new fire hall and town hall. A proposal for a Golf Cart Storage and Covered Driving Range Facility will be presented for information. The meeting also includes a resolution to close the session under Section 90(1)(i) of the Community Charter.

• 2026‑2030 Budget Package covering operating and capital expenses
• Forecasted tax increase: 5.26% in 2026, decreasing to 2.52% by 2030
• Debt proceeds: Fire Hall $870,000 (2026), $6,250,000 (2027), $4,800,000 (2028); Town Hall $3,000,000
• Golf Cart Storage and Covered Driving Range Facility project (information only)
• Resolution to close meeting under Section 90(1)(i) of the Community Charter

Special Meeting of Council

The Tumbler Ridge Council will review a draft Memorandum of Understanding and fee schedule for the Northeast BC Community Foundation's Community Resiliency Fund. It will also authorize up to $15,000 from the Initiatives budget for Kraft Hockeyville promotional activities. Additional items include a Foundry BC delegation presentation, a judicial review coalition update from the Town of View Royal, and a resolution to close part of the meeting to the public for labour‑relations discussions.

• Review draft MOU, Terms of Reference, and administration fee scenarios for the Northeast BC Community Foundation Community Resiliency Fund
• Authorize up to $15,000 from the Initiatives budget for Kraft Hockeyville promotions, activities, and celebrations
• Foundry BC delegation (Colleen Purcka) to share information about virtual mental‑health services
• Receive correspondence from Sid Tobias, Mayor of Town of View Royal, on Judicial Review Coalition and provincial housing legislation
• Resolution to close the meeting to the public under Section 90(c) of the Community Charter for labour‑relations discussions

Regular Meeting of Council

Council will discuss and vote on several new business items, including adopting a Birthday/Anniversary Recognition Policy and appointing Adriana Alves as Chief Election Officer for the 2026 General Local Election. The meeting also includes approval of a $1,670.48 fee waiver for the Tumbler Ridge Minor Hockey Association’s annual banquet at the Community Centre Arena on April 25, 2026. Additional reports will be received on Volunteer Appreciation Week and the 2026 Tumbler Ridge Public Library budget.

• Adopt EO-11 Birthday/Anniversary Recognition Policy
• Appoint Adriana Alves as Chief Election Officer for the 2026 General Local Election
• Approve a $1,670.48 fee waiver for Tumbler Ridge Minor Hockey’s annual banquet (April 25, 2026)
• Receive report on Volunteer Appreciation Week for discussion
• Receive 2026 Tumbler Ridge Public Library budget presentation

Budget Meeting of Council

The Tumbler Ridge Council will adopt the meeting agenda and then receive the 2026‑2030 Draft Budget Package for review. The package outlines a projected 5.64% property‑tax increase for 2026 and details proposed debt financing for a new fire hall and town hall. Council members will discuss the budget figures and related financial plans before adjourning.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Receive 2026‑2030 Draft Budget Package for review
• Forecasted property‑tax increase of 5.64% for 2026
• Proposed debt proceeds: Fire Hall $870,000, $6,250,000, $4,800,000; Town Hall $3,000,000
• Special projects spending increase to $5,722,494 in 2026

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

The Policies and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss the 2026 'Let's Talk' town hall schedule and a marquee rental policy. The body will also review and direct amendments for two bylaws regarding elections and mail ballot procedures.

• Review of Elections and Assent Voting Bylaw No. 710, 2022
• Review of Mail Ballot Authorization and Procedure Bylaw No. 711, 2022
• Discussion of 2026 'Let's Talk' Town Hall date selections
• Review of Admin 42 Marquee Rental Policy

Special Meeting of Council

Council will receive a staff report on extending the ice season at the Tumbler Ridge Recreation Centre until April 12, 2026. The council will consider waiving the Arena 5 – Ice Installation Policy and approving the extension to support a youth hockey skills session on April 11, 2026. The extension would incur additional operating costs estimated at $7,581.17, including $2,200 for a dedicated CIMCO shutdown trip.

• Request to extend arena ice season at the Tumbler Ridge Recreation Centre until April 12, 2026
• Proposed waiver of the Arena 5 – Ice Installation Policy
• Estimated additional operating costs of $7,581.17 for the two‑week extension
• CIMCO shutdown cost of $2,200 if a dedicated trip is required
• Youth hockey skills session planned for April 11, 2026

Regular Meeting of Council

The District Council will consider several policy updates, including adopting a municipal ticketing amendment bylaw and amending the district scholarship and privacy policies. It will vote on a $3,089.86 fee waiver for the 2026 TRORA Golf Tournament and authorize a service agreement with the Northeast BC Community Foundation to manage donations from the February 10 TRSS incident. Additional items include appointing an alternate director to the Peace River Regional District board and setting a 30‑day half‑mast flag period after the recent tragic event.

• Adopt Municipal Ticketing Information Amendment Bylaw No. 759, 2026
• Amend EO‑10 District of Tumbler Ridge Scholarship Policy
• Approve $3,089.86 fee waiver for the 2026 TRORA Golf Tournament
• Authorize service agreement with Northeast BC Community Foundation for TRSS incident donations
• Appoint Councillor Chris Norbury as alternate director to the Peace River Regional District Board

Regular Meeting of Council

Policies and Priorities Committee Meeting

The Policies and Priorities Committee will receive several reports for discussion, including the 2025 FireSmart program update and the Healthcare Task Force recommendations. It will consider amendments to the District scholarship policy (EO‑10) and the Information Privacy policy (TR‑54) and forward them to Council for adoption. A major agenda item is the presentation of the interior renovation and upgrade project for the Tumbler Ridge Community Centre at 340 Front St., covering 779 m² of interior space.

• Community Centre interior renovations and upgrade (340 Front St., 779 m²) presented by Place Architect Ltd.
• FireSmart Program Update 2025 report for discussion
• EO‑10 District of Tumbler Ridge Scholarship Policy amendments forwarded for adoption
• TR‑54 Information Privacy Policy amendments forwarded for adoption
• Healthcare Task Force Committee Recommendations – Terms of Reference report for discussion

Regular Meeting of Council

Council will conduct first, second, and third readings of Municipal Ticketing Information Amendment Bylaw No. 759, 2026. The meeting also includes decisions to update signing authorities, approve a $1.00 nominal license for the Lions Club, renew a two‑year lease for the Youth Services Society, and increase the Healthcare Task Force recruitment budget from $10,000 to $20,000. Additional items include discussion of grant‑in‑aid applications, a recommendation to advocate for changes to the PRA program, and a decision not to hold a by‑election following Councillor Dusseault’s resignation.

• Municipal Ticketing Information Amendment Bylaw No. 759 – first, second, and third readings
• Signing authority updates: add Justin Wetherill and Denis Bento; delete Ken Klikach
• License of Occupation for Tumbler Ridge Lions Club – $1.00 fee, ~42 m², five‑year term
• Renewal of two‑year lease agreement with Tumbler Ridge Youth Services Society
• Healthcare Task Force budget increase from $10,000 to $20,000