Armstrong public meetings in 2022
38 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Joint Council
The Joint Council Committee is reviewing multi-year financial and operating plans for several regional services. Key discussions include the 2023-2027 fire department budget, parks and recreation planning, and cemetery capital and maintenance requirements.
- 2023-2027 Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission Five Year Financial Plan
- 2023-2027 Parks and Recreation Commission Financial and Operating Plans
- Proposed $110,000 annual maintenance budget for Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery
- Proposed $100,000 capital budget for phase two of the Cemetery Expansion Master Plan
- Proposed increase of cemetery perpetual care fund percentage from 25% to 33%
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing an asset management financial strategy and several proposed bylaws. The meeting also includes discussions on fee-for-service agreements and a design competition for secondary dwellings.
- Proposed Building Bylaw No. 1903, 2022
- Proposed Municipal Ticket Information Amendment Bylaw No. 1904, 2022
- Proposed Rates, Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1905, 2022
- Up to $2,500.00 expenditure for North Okanagan Secondary Dwelling Design Competition
- Fee for Service Agreement with Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce (2023-2024)
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed a revised five-year financial plan and operating budget. The plan will be presented to the Joint Council Committee on December 15, 2022. The Commission also discussed recognition for Councilor Paul Britton and the installation of buddy benches in Memorial Park.
- Endorsement of the 2023-2027 Operating and Capital Plan
- Proposed $25,000 replacement of Centennial Hall AC unit
- Delay of electric Zamboni purchase from 2022 to 2023
- Approval of buddy bench installation in Memorial Park
- Presentation of 2023-2027 Budget Memo to Joint Council Committee
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Commission is reviewing the Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan and appointing a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss the sale of a 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial and review firefighter training standards.
- Approval of Draft 2023-2027 Fire Services Financial Plan
- Sale of 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial for $4,000
- Appointment of new Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of BC Structure Firefighter Minimum Training Standards
- Discussion of Municipal Pension Plan costs
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission is holding its inaugural meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The Commission will also discuss wifi service options for Centennial Hall and review a request for memorial benches in Memorial Park.
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of TELUS wifi quotes for Centennial Hall ranging from $40 to $230 monthly
- Request from Elaine Brew for Buddy Benches in Memorial Park
- Review of the 2023 meeting schedule
- Corporate workshop regarding legislative responsibilities and policies
Regular Council
The Council will review a quarterly policing report and consider several administrative updates. Key items include a memorandum of understanding for emergency support services and a road closure request for the Downtown Light Up Ceremony.
- Vernon North Okanagan Detachment 3rd Quarter policing report
- Appointment of new authorized signatories including Mayor Joe Cramer
- Memorandum of Understanding for Level 1 & 2 Emergency Support Services
- Road closure for Downtown Light Up Ceremony on Pleasant Valley Boulevard
- 25 Year Report for the Community Resource Park
Inaugural Council
The inaugural council meeting includes the administration of oaths of office to Mayor Joe Cramer and six councillors. The body will review the 2022 election results and approve appointments for various municipal committees, commissions, and liaison roles.
- Oath of office for Mayor Joe Cramer and Councillors Drapala, Fowler, Nitchie, Todd, Valstar, and Wehner
- Receipt of the 2022 Election Results report and Ballot Account Statement
- Appointment of councillors to the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Service Commission
- Appointment of councillors to the Armstrong Spallumcheen Parks and Recreation Commission
- Approval of the 2023 Council Meeting Schedule
Regular Council
The Council will review road closure requests for the Great Pumpkin Glow and Ghost Walk events. They will also consider adopting bylaws regarding backyard chickens and bees, and discuss pension plan costs for the fire department.
- Great Pumpkin Glow road closure request for Pleasant Valley Boulevard
- Ghost Walk road closure request for Pleasant Valley - North
- Final reading of Zoning Text Amendment Bylaw No. 1884, 2022 (bees and chickens)
- Final reading of Good Neighbour Amendment Bylaw No. 1895, 2022 (bees and chickens)
- Proposed $12,775 cost for Fire Department Municipal Pension Plan transition
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission is reviewing a proposed five-year operating and capital plan. The meeting includes updates on facility assessments, Wi-Fi installation at Centennial Hall, and estimated costs for resurfacing the Hassen sport court.
- Proposed 2023-2027 operating and capital budget presentation
- Estimated $72,000 - $86,400 to resurface Hassen sport court
- Telus scheduled to be on-site at Centennial Hall October 17, 2022
- Facility condition assessment project on track for March 2023 completion
- Target date of January 2023 for Persons with Barriers Pass
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing an asset management financial strategy and considering a $15,000 grant application. They are also addressing a $110,000 cost overrun for Danallanko Drive and appointing a new interim Chief Financial Officer.
- Allocate $110,000 for Danallanko Drive construction cost overruns
- Apply for $15,000 in UBCM Asset Management Planning Program grant funding
- Appoint Mo Choudhary as interim Chief Financial Officer and Collector
- Rescind and re-read Third Reading of Good Neighbour Amendment Bylaw 1895, 2022
- Authorize $30,000 grant application for the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Commission is considering the 2023-2027 Financial Plan and amendments to the firefighter remuneration policy. Discussions also include switching career employees to the Municipal Pension Plan and reviewing department reports.
- 2023-2027 Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Services Financial Plan
- Amendments to Policy 101-18 Firefighter/Officer Remuneration
- Proposed $12,775 cost for Municipal Pension Plan Group 5 transition
- Fire Department, Fire Inspector, and Training Officer reports
- BC Wildfire Mitigation Funding update
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission is reviewing updates on facility condition assessments and preparing for the 2023-2027 operating and capital budget presentations. Staff are also providing reports on recreation programming and equipment replacements.
- 2023-2027 annual operating plan and Capital plan presentation
- Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) field work completion
- AC replacement quote for Centennial Hall
- Ice Resurfacer replacement scheduled for mid-October
- Replacement of Hassen sport court quote follow-up
Regular Council
The Council will consider a proposal from the Armstrong Wetlands Association to create a habitat and educational area at 3185 Okanagan Street. The meeting also includes discussions on a development variance for a 4-lot subdivision at 3035 Pleasant Valley Road and the adoption of several municipal bylaws.
- Armstrong Wetlands Association proposal for 3185 Okanagan Street
- Development Variance Permit #22-019-DVP for 3035 Pleasant Valley Road
- Adoption of Good Neighbour Amendment Bylaw No. 1900, 2022
- Adoption of Municipal Ticket Information System Amendment Bylaw No. 1901, 2022
- Adoption of Building Amendment Bylaw No. 1902, 2022
Regular Council
The City of Armstrong Council will review several development applications, including a carriage house and a rezoning request for 2990 Wood Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on allocating $150,000 in grant funding to roads and drainage, and setting 2023 council remuneration and technology allowances.
- Development Permit for a carriage house at 3775 Patten Drive
- Rezoning application for 2990 Wood Avenue from Single/Two Unit to Multiple Unit Residential
- Allocation of $150,000 Small Communities Grant to Roads and Drainage Reserve
- Proposed 2023 Council remuneration: $28,000 for Mayor and $15,900 for Councillor
- Proposed $300 annual technology allowance for elected officials
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets July 11, 2022 to consider development permits and a rezoning, road closures for summer events, and departmental updates. Council will decide on an 11-unit townhouse project at 3755 Patten Crescent, facade improvements at Shepherd's Home Hardware, and first reading of an OCP/rezoning amendment at 2105 Okanagan Street. It will also vote on road closures for the 2022 Interior Provincial Exhibition parade and the Twilight Market, and on parking-lot use for a museum fundraiser during the IPE. A closed session is scheduled under Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter for labour or employee relations.
- Development Variance Permit 22-013-DVP and Development Permit 22-012-DP for an 11-unit townhouse at 3755 Patten Crescent (NSJ Investments Inc.), varying height to 12.04m/three storeys and setbacks
- Development Variance Permit 22-016-DVP and Development Permit 22-015-DP for facade improvements at 2350 Pleasant Valley Boulevard and 3525 Mill Street (Shepherd's Home Hardware), varying exterior side setback from 5.0m to 4.79m
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1898, 2022 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1899, 2022 for 2105 Okanagan Street (Corey Ott), first reading to redesignate from Single/Two Unit Residential to Multiple Unit Residential (Low Density)
- Road closure for the IPE Parade on September 3, 2022 from 9:30am to 12:30pm along Pleasant Valley Road, Okanagan Street, Pleasant Valley Boulevard South, Mill Street, Patterson Avenue and Rosedale Avenue
- Road closure for the Armstrong Spallumcheen Twilight Market on August 17, 2022 from 3pm to 9pm on Patterson Avenue and Okanagan Street, plus parking-lot use for the Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Arts Society fundraiser during the five-day 2022 IPE
Special Council
Armstrong's Special Council meets June 23, 2022 to consider a resolution supporting a grant application to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities Strategic Priorities Fund for an Official Community Plan review and update. The application deadline is June 30, 2022, and the project requires a Council resolution of support. Urban Systems has prepared a scope, cost estimate, and timeline; the proposed work would modernize the existing OCP rather than fully rewrite it. The agenda also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda and a resolution to move in camera.
- Recommendation to approve a UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund application for the City of Armstrong Official Community Plan Review and Update, with the City responsible for overall grant management
- Urban Systems project cost estimate totals $145,022 ($134,280 subtotals plus $10,742 disbursements) across four phases
- Identified priorities include population and growth projections, growth management and densification, housing goals, and Development Permit Areas (Natural Environment, Stability and Erosion, City Centre)
- Illustrative 12-month project timeline attached, dependent on award date
- Agenda includes adoption of the June 23, 2022 Special Council Meeting Agenda and a resolution to move in camera
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission meets June 21, 2022 to adopt its May 17 minutes and work through unfinished business. Items include a grant for a facility condition assessment, replacement of the sport court at Hassen, a barrier-pass tracking system, and emergency social services planning. The commission will also receive a general manager's report and correspondence seeking permission to mount an Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame plaque for Lance McGregor at NorVal Sports Centre.
- Grant for facility condition assessment: a revised motion from the City of Armstrong was required because the City is applying on behalf of the commission
- Replacement of the sport court at Hassen: Tomko to provide quote options after a site inspection, date TBD
- Persons with Barriers Pass: staff working out residency tracking logistics, next training June 23
- Correspondence from Okanagan Masters Lacrosse (Ryan Nitchie, June 8, 2022) requesting permission to mount a Hall of Fame plaque for Lance McGregor at NorVal Sports Centre
- Next meeting scheduled September 20, 2022 at 9:30am in the Norval meeting room; no closed session planned
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission meets June 16, 2022 to adopt its agenda and March 17 minutes, receive reports from the Fire Chief, Fire Inspector and Training Officer, and review the 2021 Budget to Actual and Surplus report. The only action item on the agenda asks the Commission to authorize enrolment in an Employee and Family Assistance Program for paid on-call members. A June 2 special meeting on a new Water Tender purchase lacked quorum and forwarded that decision to the two councils.
- Vote on authorizing an Employee and Family Assistance Program for paid on-call firefighters
- 2021 Budget to Actual and Surplus Report presented for information
- Fire Department Report for May 2022: 34 paid on-call members, 110 incidents March-May 2022
- Fire Inspector report: 199 inspections completed March 1-May 31, 2022 (65 Armstrong, 134 Spallumcheen)
- June 2 special meeting on a new Water Tender lacked quorum; forwarded to councils after $14,000 price reduction
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets Monday, June 13, 2022 at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers, 3570 Bridge Street. Council will consider a delegation on smoke-free bylaws, approve the 2021 Annual Report, and decide on several grant applications and street closures. Notable decisions include purchasing a fire department water tender for $199,168 and reading zoning amendments on backyard bees and chickens.
- Delegation from Les Hagen (Action on Smoking and Health) and Dr. Karin Goodison on Smoke Free Bylaws for Armstrong
- 2021 Statement of Financial Information and Annual Report for approval
- Grant application for Okanagan Street Bridge and Road Upgrade Project through the Strategic Priorities Fund
- Street closures approved for the Twilight Market on Pleasant Valley Boulevard South (June 21) and the Henry Hope Block Party on Jarvis Street (July 10)
- Purchase of a Water Tender from Fort Garry for $199,168
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Special Fire Services Commission
The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Special Fire Services Commission is meeting to consider recommending that its two member councils approve buying a replacement water tender from Fort Garry for $497,917 (about $521,184 with GST). Fire Chief Ian Cummings reports the current truck's Fire Underwriters accreditation expires at the end of 2023, build time is 16-20 months, and two bids came in over the $425,000 budgeted for 2023. The recommendation would raise each municipality's 2023 contribution: Armstrong from $170,000 to $199,168 and Spallumcheen from $255,000 to $298,752. The rest of the agenda is routine items such as adopting the agenda and minutes.
- Recommendation to approve procurement of a Water Tender from Fort Garry for $497,917, or $521,184 with 5% GST
- Two bids received when the RFQ closed April 28, 2022; both over budget, low bid $513,274 plus GST, valid until June 27, 2022
- 2023 financial plan impact: Armstrong contribution up $29,168 to $199,168; Spallumcheen up $43,752 to $298,752
- Current water tender's Fire Underwriters accreditation expires when the truck turns 30 at the end of 2023; build time estimated at 16-20 months
- Truck committee identified $14,352 in savings; 2023-2027 financial plan update to come in the Fall
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets May 24, 2022 to consider final adoption of several bylaws, including an Official Community Plan amendment and zoning changes at 3425 Pleasant Valley Road, and a rezoning of multiple properties on Mill Street and Patterson Avenue. Council will also vote on a Good Neighbour Amendment Bylaw to permit backyard chickens and bees, and on a Heritage Alteration Permit for 3425 Pleasant Valley Road. Other items include road closures and a noise exemption for the Interior Provincial Exhibition, bursary policy revisions, and a request for a letter of support for the City of Vernon's Active Living Centre grant.
- Final adoption of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 1890 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1891 for 3425 Pleasant Valley Road (commercial and residential use)
- Final adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1892 to rezone 3045 and 3425 Mill Street and 2340, 2360, 2370 and 2480 Patterson Avenue
- Good Neighbour Amendment Bylaw 1895 for backyard chickens and bees, with a proposed 6-month grace period
- Heritage Alteration Permit 22-010-HAP for 3425 Pleasant Valley Road to remove, build a new foundation, addition, and carport
- Interior Provincial Exhibition request to close Park Drive and Adair Street August 31–September 4, 2022, and a noise exemption until 1:30 am on September 3 and 4
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission meets May 17, 2022 at the Norval Arena meeting room. The agenda is largely procedural: approving the agenda, adopting the April 21, 2022 minutes, and receiving a verbal General Manager report dated May 13, 2022. The one substantive item is correspondence from Sports North Ventures Ltd. / North Okanagan Knights Jr Hockey Club asking the Commission to revise the current 80% team / 20% Nor Val sponsorship split to a lesser percentage for Nor Val. No decisions are scheduled; several business items are status updates only.
- Correspondence: Sports North Ventures Ltd. / North Okanagan Knights Jr Hockey Club letter (April 25, 2022) requests the Commission revise the 80% team / 20% Nor Val advertising sponsorship split to a lesser percentage for Nor Val
- Adoption of the April 21, 2022 meeting minutes is on the agenda
- Business arising: Wifi at Centennial — no further information; Persons with Barriers Pass — staff working out logistics, option to be ready before the pool officially opens
- Business arising: grant for facility condition assessment and Urban's memo submitted, awaiting award; sport court replacement at Hassen — staff awaiting late-May meeting with Tomko for a floor covering quote
- General Manager verbal report dated May 13, 2022; next meeting June 21, 2022 at 9:30am in the Norval meeting room; no closed session planned
Special Council
Armstrong council is holding a special meeting to give final reading to the 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1894 and to decide a development permit for Colonial Farms at 3830 Okanagan Street. The permit would allow a new 562.1 m2 Live Bird Receiving and Employee Welfare Building and raise the plant's operational capacity to 260,000 birds per week. Council will also consider moving in camera.
- Final reading of City of Armstrong Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1894, 2022, setting 2022 rates for municipal, policing, infrastructure, regional hospital, regional library, and regional district purposes
- Development Permit 22-007-DP for 3830 Okanagan Street (Colonial Farms Ltd.) for a new 562.1 m2 Live Bird Receiving and Employee Welfare Building
- Permit would supplement Section 219 covenant LB345183, increasing plant capacity to 260,000 birds per week
- Staff report notes the expansion is likely to increase assessed value and annual taxes paid to the City
- Resolution to move in camera listed on the agenda
Public Hearing
Armstrong Council held a public hearing on two bylaws for 3425 Pleasant Valley Road: an Official Community Plan amendment changing the land use designation from Institutional and Recreation to Commercial, and a zoning amendment changing the zone from C.1 Town Centre Commercial to C.3 Neighbourhood Commercial and reducing the front lot line setback from 8.0 m to 4.71 m for this property only. The property is the former Brown Derby Café, a heritage-designated house built in 1892, and the owners plan to convert it back into a single-family dwelling. The hearing was for public input; the bylaws had already received first and second readings on April 11, 2022, and no decision is recorded in this agenda.
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1890, 2022: redesignate 3425 Pleasant Valley Road from Institutional and Recreation to Commercial
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1891, 2022: rezone the property from C.1 Town Centre Commercial to C.3 Neighbourhood Commercial
- Setback change: front lot line setback reduced from 8.0 m to 4.71 m for this property only
- Heritage: 1892 house designated by Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 1513, 2004; a Heritage Alteration Permit is required for renovations
- Financial note: estimated net loss of $677.94 per year in property tax revenue plus a $75.00 annual business licence fee
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets Monday, May 2, 2022 at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers, 3570 Bridge Street. Council will consider first three readings of the 2022 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1894 and a rezoning amendment for 3045 and 3425 Mill Street and 2340, 2360, 2370 and 2480 Patterson Avenue. It will also decide on third and final readings of two bylaws for 3425 Pleasant Valley Road, a road closure request from the Cam Jammer's Car Club, and a new Community Amenity Contribution Policy. Council ends with an in-camera session on labour relations and litigation.
- Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1894, 2022 — first three readings
- Rezoning Amendment Application #22-004-RZ for 3045 and 3425 Mill Street and 2340, 2360, 2370 and 2480 Patterson Avenue (applicant: City Initiative) — Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1892, 2022, first three readings
- Third and final reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1890 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1891 for 3425 Pleasant Valley Road
- Voluntary Cost Charge Policy to be rescinded and Community Amenity Contribution Policy approved
- Cam Jammer's Car Club request to close Pleasant Valley Boulevard North and South lanes from Mill Street to Okanagan Street on August 20, 2022, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission meets April 21, 2022 to decide whether to proceed with rebuilding the Memorial Park tennis court as a combined tennis/pickleball court, or to research alternatives. The commission will also receive a verbal general manager report, hear an update on the 2022 IPE fair, and discuss a WiFi service quote for Centennial Hall, the new LIFE access pass, and a grant amendment. No closed session is planned.
- Request for Decision on Memorial Park tennis court project; $75,000 is allocated in the Parks and Recreation budget, and staff note the courts sit about 3 metres from a residential property line.
- Shaw quote for WiFi at Centennial Hall: $187.00/month or $2,244.00 annually.
- Grant dollar amendment from $12,895 to $16,318.50 to include Urban updating their report and presenting to council.
- LIFE pass set up in Activenet; pool POS training April 22 and 29, with rollout tied to pool opening and reevaluation in 6 months.
- Delegation: Heather King, IPE, update on the 2022 fair; correspondence from Lydia Jovanvic on Parks and Recreation service levels.
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets April 11, 2022 to receive the 2021 audit from BDO Canada LLP, approve the 2021 audited financial statements and surplus allocations, and direct staff on 2022 tax rates. Council will also consider a rezoning at 3425 Pleasant Valley Road, a noise exemption for a rodeo concert, and a road closure request for an antique market. Several items are updates or correspondence received for information.
- 2021 surplus allocation: $580,000 General Fund ($362,000 to Roads & Drainage Infrastructure Reserve, $200,000 to City Hall Replacement, $18,000 to Highland Park Tot Lot), $958,000 Water Fund, $590,000 Sewer Fund, $140 to Fire Protection Equipment
- 2022 tax rate review: Option 1 would raise residential rates 5.23% and business rates 3.53%
- Rezoning at 3425 Pleasant Valley Road from Institutional and Recreation to Commercial, and from C.1 Town Centre Commercial to C.3 Neighbourhood Commercial with front setback reduced from 8.0 m to 4.71 m; public hearing set for May 2, 2022
- Noise exemption extension until 1:30 am on April 24, 2022 for Bigg Rigg Productions Inc.'s 'Buck Covid Extreme Rodeo and Concert'
- Road closure request from Mark Trussell for one lane of Pleasant Valley Boulevard North from Mill Street to Okanagan Street on five Sundays for the 'Armstrong Antique's Market'
Joint Council
The City of Armstrong and Township of Spallumcheen Joint Council Committee meets on April 6, 2022 at the Fire Hall on Mill Street. The committee will receive a presentation from the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce and consider endorsing the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Department Asset Management Investment Plan by Urban Systems Ltd. It will also review the 2022-2026 Cemetery Five Year Financial Plan and a verbal report on a school centennial music honorarium. The meeting may end with a resolution to move in camera.
- Recommendation to endorse the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Department Asset Management Investment Plan by Urban Systems Ltd., dated February 2022
- City of Armstrong/Township of Spallumcheen 2022-2026 Cemetery Five Year Financial Plan
- Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce annual progress report by Manager Patti Noonan
- Verbal report from Township of Spallumcheen Mayor Fraser on Armstrong Elementary School Centennial Celebration music honorarium
- Adoption of minutes from the November 24, 2021 Joint Council Committee meeting
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission meets March 22, 2022 at the Norval Arena meeting room. It will hear a City of Armstrong planner on temporary use permits for fairground facilities and consider a proposed L.I.F.E. Pass (Leisure Inclusion for Everyone) offering a 50% discount to residents facing financial barriers. It will also receive the General Manager's March 17 report and consider a resolution supporting an asset management grant application. The agenda notes no delegations, no correspondence, and no closed session.
- L.I.F.E. Pass proposal: 50% discount on public swimming, ice skating, roller-skating, Aquafit punch passes and exercise programs for eligible residents
- Paul Dupuis, City of Armstrong planner, to discuss temporary use permit options for fairground facilities
- Asset management grant resolution: $12,625 requested ($12,625 commission, $12,625 grant funded), deadline May 6, 2022
- General Manager report: tennis court upgrade RFP and Centennial Hall AC replacement RFQ due end of March; Zamboni replacement RFQ end of April
- SD 83 joint use agreement now in full effect; School District agreed to split cost of two basketball nets for Hassen Arena
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets March 21, 2022 to decide on funding for the Danallanko Drive upgrade project and the RCMP Multi Year Financial Plan, and to consider enforcement of illegal secondary suites on a complaint-only basis. Council will also give final reading to two bylaws and consider flying the Ukrainian flag at Memorial Park. Several items are updates received for information, including a freshet update and building permit report.
- Additional $110,000 from the Roads and Drainage Reserve proposed for the Danallanko Drive upgrade project
- Additional $38,185 for 2022 RCMP costs proposed to be funded from the Policing Costs Mitigation Reserve, with a confirmation letter due to the RCMP by April 25, 2022
- Illegal secondary suites proposed to be enforced on a complaint-only basis, with educational material and possible additional utility/waste bills for owners
- Final reading of Intermunicipal Fire Services Amendment Bylaw No. 1886, 2021 and Municipal Ticket Information System Bylaw No. 1889, 2022
- Ukrainian flag proposed to fly at Memorial Park at 3285 Pleasant Valley Road from March 23 to April 13, 2022, replacing the Red Ensign
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission meets March 17, 2022 to adopt its agenda and January 20, 2022 minutes, and to receive reports including an Asset Management Investment Plan prepared by Urban Systems Ltd. The commission is a joint function of the City of Armstrong and Township of Spallumcheen, with two representatives from each. The agenda also lists a Fire Department Report, Fire Inspector Report, and Fire Training Officer Report, plus a resolution to move in camera.
- Presentation of the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Department Asset Management Investment Plan (Urban Systems Ltd., February 2022)
- Fire Department Report, Fire Inspector Report, and Fire Training Officer Report
- Adoption of the January 20, 2022 meeting minutes
- Resolution to move in camera
- No new business, unfinished business, or delegations listed on the agenda
Special Council
Armstrong's Special Council is scheduled to meet Monday, March 7, 2022 at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers at 3570 Bridge Street. The agenda is largely procedural: adopting the agenda, then moving to an In-Camera Special Council meeting under Section 90(1)[l] of the Community Charter to discuss municipal objectives, measures and progress reports for preparing the annual municipal report under section 98. No delegations, reports, by-laws, correspondence, or new business items are listed beyond a proclamations heading.
- In-Camera Special Council meeting under Section 90(1)[l] of the Community Charter
- In-camera topic: discussions with municipal officers and employees on municipal objectives, measures and progress reports for the annual municipal report under section 98
- Meeting at Council Chambers, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C., 4:00 PM
- No by-laws, contracts, or dollar amounts listed on the agenda
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets Feb. 28, 2022 to decide on a grant application and the city's $1,086,078 share of the Fortune Creek Water Storage project, a 3.2% council stipend increase, and third reading of the Municipal Ticket Information System Bylaw No. 1889, 2022. Council will also hear delegations from the Armstrong Heritage Advisory Committee and the Okanagan Basin Water Board, and consider a $6,953 cemetery contract increase. An in-camera session is scheduled under Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter for labour or employee relations.
- Fortune Creek Water Storage grant application through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program - Environmental Quality, with a city commitment of $1,086,078 plus cost overruns
- 2022 Council Remuneration: proposed 3.2% increase to Mayor and Council monthly stipends under Policy 2-200-6
- Intermunicipal Fire Services Amendment Bylaw No. 1886, 2021: rescind Third Reading and re-read a Third time as amended
- City of Armstrong Municipal Ticket Information System Bylaw No. 1889, 2022: Third Reading
- Armstrong/Spallumcheen Cemetery Operations and Maintenance Contract: $13,906 increase to the Cemetery Caretaker contract for 2022, with the city's $6,953 portion funded from the Cemetery Reserve
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission meets Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 11:00am at the Norval Arena meeting room. The agenda covers adopting January 18 minutes, unfinished business on a School District 83 joint use agreement and portable basketball nets at Hassen arena, and a verbal General Manager report on 2022 projects and January–February operations. No petitions, delegations, or correspondence are listed, and the meeting is set to end in a closed session under Community Charter section 90(1).
- Portable basketball nets for Hassen arena: about $3,100 USD each plus shipping and brokerage, roughly $4,500 CDN per net, with PVSS reviewing budget funding
- SD 83 joint use agreement: staff have not yet arranged a meeting with the City of Armstrong and Township of Spallumcheen CAOs and SD 83 administration
- Disc golf: staff told Mike Beck the commission lacks land for a proper course and offered assistance
- General Manager verbal report dated February 10, 2022 covering 2022 projects and January–February operational highlights
- Next meeting March 16, 2022 at 9:30am in the Norval meeting room
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets February 7, 2022 to consider first and second reading of the Municipal Ticketing Information System Bylaw No. 1889, 2022. Council will receive departmental updates from Corporate Services, Community Services, Planning, and Public Works, and review committee minutes and appointments. Council also plans to move into a closed session to discuss property security, litigation, and preliminary service negotiations under Section 90(1) of the Community Charter.
- Municipal Ticketing Information System Bylaw No. 1889, 2022 — first and second reading recommended
- Corporate Services update on new council meeting agenda/minutes portal launching Feb. 7-11, 2022
- Community Services update: backyard chickens and beehives zoning survey open until February 28
- Committee appointments: A/S Fire Services Commission (Mayor Pieper, Councillor G. Froats), A/S Parks & Recreation Commission (Councillors P. Britton, S. Fowler)
- Closed session under Community Charter Section 90(1)(d, g, k): property security, litigation, and preliminary service negotiations
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission
The Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Services Commission meets on January 20, 2022, to adopt its agenda and the November 25, 2021 minutes, and to receive reports from the Fire Department, Fire Inspector, and Fire Training Officer. The Fire Chief's report covers 2021 membership, incident and training statistics, inspections, mutual aid, and equipment matters including a command vehicle procurement that drew no bids. No new business, delegations, or resolutions are listed on the agenda beyond receiving reports.
- Fire Chief's report: 425 incident call-outs in 2021, up from 354 in 2020
- Command Vehicle: Request for Quotation issued December 14, 2021, received no bids due to supply issues for all of 2022
- Fire Safety Inspections: 579 total in 2021 (Armstrong 279, Spallumcheen 300)
- Regional Mutual Aid Agreement extended one year, to December 31, 2022
- Paid on-call recruitment for Spring 2022 intake, target 3 to 4 recruits
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Parks & Recreation Commission meets Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 9:30am at the Norval Arena meeting room, 3351 Park Drive. The commission is set to adopt its December 14, 2021 minutes, elect a chair and vice chair for 2022, and receive a verbal General Manager report dated January 12, 2022 covering 2022 projects and December 2021–January 2022 operations. Members will also discuss what an updated SD 83 joint use agreement should accomplish, and the agenda proposes moving the next meeting (February 22, 2022) to 11:00am. The meeting is scheduled to convene in closed session under section 90.1(k) of the Community Charter regarding proposed services and exercising authority.
- Election of a chair and vice chair for 2022
- General Manager report dated January 12, 2022: 2022 projects and December 2021–January 2022 operational highlights
- Signatures for 4 copies of the IPE agreement to circulate to all parties for final signatures
- Discussion of what an updated SD 83 joint use agreement should accomplish
- Proposal to move the February 22, 2022 next meeting to 11:00am; closed session under Community Charter s.90.1(k)
Regular Council
Armstrong's Regular Council meets January 17, 2022 to adopt the 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1887 and the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks and Recreation Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 1888. Council will also consider appointing Paul Dupuis as Subdivision Approving Officer, replacing Dan Passmore, and will decide on a development variance permit at 2225 Fletcher Avenue and a Community Charter Section 57 notice for 3625 Sage Avenue. The agenda also includes a December 2021 building permit report and correspondence from BDO and SILGA.
- Final reading of City of Armstrong 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1887, 2021
- Final reading of Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks and Recreation Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 1888, 2021
- Appointment of Paul Dupuis as Subdivision Approving Officer, removing Dan Passmore
- Development Variance Permit #21-023-DVP at 2225 Fletcher Avenue (applicants Mark and Michelle Denoudsten) recommended for denial
- Community Charter Section 57 notice against 3625 Sage Avenue (Lots 45 and 46, Plan KAP1426)