Regional District Board to Consider Security Bylaw, Gold Mine Update
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine board met June 26 to consider a new security issuing bylaw, receive an update on the Scottie Gold Mine Project, and review infrastructure repairs and grant applications. Minutes from the meeting have not yet been published, so all items are reported as proposed or discussed.
Security Issuing Bylaw and Gold Mine Update
The board considered adopting Security Issuing Bylaw No. 823, 2026. Details of the bylaw’s provisions were not specified in the agenda. The board also heard a presentation from Scottie Resources on the Scottie Gold Mine Project. The presentation likely covered the project’s status and potential impacts, though no further details were available from the agenda.
Infrastructure Repairs
Two infrastructure repair items were on the agenda. The board reviewed construction of erosion protection works for the New Remo Dike. A report on repairs to the South Hazelton Weir was also discussed. Both projects involve maintaining flood-control and water-management structures, which affect public safety and property.
Community Grant Requests
The board considered several grant-in-aid requests. Applications were listed for the Canada Day event, the Terrace & District Arts Council, and the Blueberry Festival. The amounts and final decisions are not yet known, pending publication of the meeting minutes.
Coming Up
No upcoming meetings were listed in the provided schedule. Residents are encouraged to check the Regional District website for future board and committee meeting dates.