Dawson Creek public meetings in 2024
26 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Hearing
Dawson Creek City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Bylaw No. 4589, which would amend the Comprehensive Development One (CD-1) zone to allow accessory dwelling units, secondary suites, and a community care facility. The bylaw also proposes increasing the maximum building height from 10.5 meters to 16 meters in a specific area.
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment (24-02) Bylaw No. 4589
- Proposed addition of 'Community Care Facility' and 'Commercial Daycare' uses
- Proposed addition of 'Accessory Dwelling Unit' and 'Secondary Suite' uses
- Proposed height increase to 16 meters (3 storeys) outside a 40-meter buffer
- Public comments received prior to the hearing
Regular Council
Dawson Creek Council will consider the 2025 Draft 1 Budget, Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw, and Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw. The meeting also includes updates on strategic priorities and a closed session regarding land negotiations.
- Adoption of 2025 Draft 1 Budget
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 4593
- Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 4595
- 2025 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 4596
- Closed session regarding land acquisition and negotiations
Special Council Meeting
The Dawson Creek City Council will vote to move the meeting into a closed session under Section 90(1)(c) for labour or employee relations. After the closed session, the council will reconvene in an open session to adjourn the meeting.
- Resolution to move meeting to closed session under Section 90(1)(c) labour relations
Regular Council
City Council will discuss funding options for the 2025 Capital Paving Program and consider several bylaws, including amendments to the 2024-2028 Financial Plan and city fees and charges. The meeting also includes delegations requesting financial support and project updates.
- 2024-2028 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4594
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 4593
- Zoning Amendment (24-02) Bylaw No. 4589
- Report on 2025 Capital Paving Program funding options
- Financial support requests from South Peace Search and Rescue and Dawson Creek Society for Community Living
Regular Council
City Council will review a financial plan amendment and a liquor licence application for The Whiskey Pickle Pub. The meeting includes reports on RCMP detachment resources and city budget variances through September 30, 2024.
- 2024-2028 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4594
- Primary Liquor Licence Application for The Whiskey Pickle Pub
- Request for Quotations 2024-31 for janitorial services for RCMP and Telecom buildings
- Proclamations for Crime Prevention Week (Nov 1-7) and Louis Riel Week (Nov 10-16)
- Request for approval for non-permanent Remembrance Day sidewalk paintings
Regular Council
City Council is meeting to discuss the 2024 Strategic Priorities Action Plan and consider the adoption of three permissive tax exemption bylaws for 2025. The agenda includes reports on road salt procurement, a new marketing campaign, and a business façade improvement program.
- Consideration of 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaws 4590, 4591, and 4592
- RFQ 2024-34 for the supply and delivery of road salt
- 2025 Business Façade Improvement Program report
- Request from South Peace Search and Rescue for assistance with a new home and funding
- Community Homelessness Committee proposal for a Community Safety and Well-being plan
Regular Council
City Council is reviewing 2025 budget assumptions and proposed permissive tax exemption bylaws. The body is also considering several operational reports regarding infrastructure and community projects.
- 2025 Budget Assumptions report from the Chief Financial Officer
- 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaws Nos. 4590, 4591, and 4592
- Loan agreement for South Peace Mile 0 Parks Society pump and bike skills track
- WWTP Blower Replacement (RFWQ 2024-21)
- Staybridge Suites Liquor Primary Licence Application
Public Hearing
The Dawson Creek City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the first and second reading of Zoning Amendment (24-02) Bylaw No. 4589, 2024. The amendment proposes changing the maximum building height in the CD-1 zone to the lesser of 16 m or three storeys and adding new principal and accessory uses. Council may approve, defer, request changes, or deny the amendment after hearing public comments.
- Change maximum height of principal buildings from 10.5 m to the lesser of 16 m or 3 storeys
- Add principal uses: commercial daycare and community care facility
- Add accessory uses: secondary suites and accessory dwelling units
- Allow secondary suites as accessory uses in townhouses and triplexes; one ADU per duplex
- Public hearing for comments before Council decides on first and second reading
Regular Council
Dawson Creek Council will review a corporate asset management plan and consider applications for permissive tax exemptions for local organizations. The meeting also includes proclamations for International Day of Peace and Rail Safety Week.
- Presentation on Corporate Asset Management Plan
- 2025-2027 Permissive Tax Exemption Applications
- Proclamation for International Day of Peace
- Proclamation for Rail Safety Week
- Kin Park Multi-Use Sports Courts naming
Regular Council
The Dawson Creek City Council will review a proposed zoning amendment (Bylaw No. 4589, 2024) during the regular meeting. Additional agenda items include reports on a sewer trunk main replacement project, a liquor licence application for the Golf Barn Sports Lounge, a street lighting master plan, and a permissive tax exemption selection for 2025‑2027. The meeting also features updates on the transportation master plan, community arts reports, and various correspondence and consent calendar items.
- Zoning Amendment (24‑02) Bylaw No. 4589, 2024
- Sewer Trunk Main Replacement Project – Alternative Project Delivery
- Golf Barn Sports Lounge Liquor Licence Application
- Street Lighting Master Plan report
- 2025‑2027 Permissive Tax Exemption Report – Selecting Participants
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing a report on the city's current water source, the Kiskatinaw River. Staff are re-evaluating alternative water sources after recent droughts and freezing conditions required stage 2 water conservation measures in January 2024.
- Report No. 24-105 regarding Alternative Water Source
- Review of 2013/14 'Sure Water' campaign options including pipelines to Peace or Murray Rivers
- Discussion of historical project cost estimates of $57–60 million
Regular Council
The Dawson Creek City Council will review several reports, including a proposal to buy an aerial tower ladder truck for the fire department and an airport fuel station replacement request. It will also consider two bylaw amendments related to the municipal ticket system and notice enforcement. The council will adopt the minutes from the June 24 meeting and discuss the 2024 strategic priorities action plan.
- Report No. 24-090 from the Deputy Fire Chief re: Fire Department Aerial Tower Ladder Truck Purchase
- Report No. 24-082 from the General Manager of Operations re: RFP 2024-23 CODC Airport Fuel Station Replacement
- Municipal Ticket Information System Amendment Bylaw No. 4586, 2024 for consideration of adoption
- Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 4587, 2024 for consideration of adoption
- Report No. 24-044 from the Development Services Manager re: Downtown Revitalization
Annual Meeting with Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed childcare centre partnership and updates to strategic priorities. Council will also consider adopting several bylaws, including those related to water conservation and municipal ticket information.
- Proposed daycare centre partnership with Northern Health and NLC
- Water Conservation Measures Amendment Bylaw No. 4585, 2024
- Municipal Ticket Information System Amendment Bylaw No. 4586, 2024
- Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 4587, 2024
- Funding request from Young Life Dawson Creek
Regular Council
The City Council is considering amendments to council procedure and water conservation bylaws. The meeting includes presentations on solar energy options for municipal facilities and the Northern BC Work Camp and Family Project. Staff will also provide updates on the 2024 Strategic Action Plan.
- Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 4584, 2024
- Water Conservation Measures Amendment Bylaw No. 4585, 2024
- Solar energy options for municipal facilities proposal
- Northern BC Work Camp and Family Project presentation
- NDIT grant application for KBAC Decorative Rock Replacement
Regular Council with COW
City Council is meeting to discuss a new zoning bylaw and receive updates on the Peace River Regional District's Regional Growth Strategy. The session includes several community delegations and a report on amending the Exempt & Management Overtime Policy.
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4582, 2024 (Third Reading and Adoption)
- Report No. 24-066: Exempt & Management Overtime Policy Amendment
- Peace River Regional District presentation on Regional Growth Strategy
- Request for additional financial assistance from Step Up "N" Ride Society
- Request for Pride Flag raising on May 31st from Dawson Creek Pride Society
Regular Council
City Council is meeting to review the 2023 audited financial statements and budget variances. The body will consider the adoption of the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw and the first and second readings of a new Zoning Bylaw.
- Tax Rates Bylaw No. 4581, 2024
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4582, 2024
- Capital Road Works: 112 Avenue from 7 Street to 8 Street
- Heating and Cooling Unit Replacement at Calvin Kruk Centre
- Leased Space Agreements at Memorial & Kin Arenas
Regular Council with COW
The City Council will review the 2024 Strategic Priorities Chart and the 2023 Draft Financial Statements. The meeting includes discussions on a community tourism plan, splash park engagement, and various municipal reports.
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 4579, 2024
- Tax Rates Bylaw No. 4581, 2024
- 2024-16 Capital Road Works - 96 Avenue - 8 Street to 13 Street tender
- Proclamation of National OI Awareness Week and Wishbone Day
- Proclamation of MS Awareness Month
Regular Council
City Council is meeting to discuss the 2024-2028 Financial Plan and a proposed Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw. The agenda includes reports on RCMP support, animal control contracts, and road works on 109 Avenue.
- 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 4578
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 4579
- Invitation to Tender 2024-18 for Capital Road Works on 109 Avenue (15 Street to 17 Street)
- BC SPCA 2024 Animal Control Contract
- Remedial action for 720 - 115th Avenue
Regular Council with COW
The City of Dawson Creek is reviewing a condition assessment of downtown murals to address safety hazards and maintenance needs. Council will also consider the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw and a Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw.
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 4577, 2024
- 2024 – 2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 4578, 2024
- Development Variance Permit (24-01) for 11329 - 13th Street
- Request for Quotation 2024-06: KBAC Decorative Rock Boulder Replacement
- Invitation to Tender 2024-09: Kin Park Trail Network Connections
Regular Council
City Council is reviewing the 2024 Draft 3 Budget and a proposed amendment to the Fees and Charges Bylaw. The meeting includes discussions on RCMP lease agreements and capital road works in the Camarlo Subdivision.
- 2024 DRAFT 3 Budget (Report No. 24-032)
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 4577, 2024
- Capital Road Works Program for Camarlo Subdivision Phase 3
- RCMP Airport Hangar Space Rental and Telecom Lease Agreement
- Peace Arts Festival sponsorship request from KPAC
Public Consultation
City Council is holding a public consultation to present the 2024 draft budget. If approved, the budget would implement a 4.5% tax increase across all property classes.
- Proposed 4.5% tax increase for all property classes
- Estimated additional $83.31 annual municipal tax for average home assessed at $284,030
- Total 2024 Operating Revenues of $61,162,213
- Total 2024 Capital Funding of $35,057,522
- Capital project allocations including $8,801,860 for paving and $8,009,214 for facilities
Regular Council with COW
City Council is reviewing staff updates on the 2024-2026 Strategic Priorities Action Plan, including airport and transit goals. The body is also considering funding for a pump track and bike skills track project.
- Report 24-026 regarding funding for South Peace Mile 0 Parks Society Beginners Pump Track and Bike Skills Track Project
- Ovintiv Canada ULC presentation on 2024 outlook and community investment
- Request for tax reassessment of Chapel Hill Estates
- Permissive tax exemption inquiry from Bethel Senior Citizens Housing Society
- Request to develop a Leoppky Park Fire Plan
Regular Council
City Council is meeting to discuss the 2024 Draft 2 Budget and the city's strategic priorities. The agenda includes requests for funding for the Rotary Recreation Park and a proclamation for Heritage Week.
- Report No. 24-002: 2024 Draft 2 Budget
- Request for funding for the Rotary Recreation Park Development
- Report No. 24-023: Request for Quotations 2023-30 Modular Office Complex
- Report No. 24-024: Dawson Creek Dog Park Society Agreement Renewal
- Proclamation to declare February 19-25, 2024, as Heritage Week
Regular Council with COW
City Council is discussing a proposal from the Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre to develop a new daycare facility on a city-owned lot west of the current centre. The project aims to create 50 new spaces and would involve a partnership between the City, KPAC, and NUQO.
- Proposed $5 million daycare project to add 50 spaces
- Development Variance Permit (23-03) for 11008 8th Street
- 2024 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 4576
- BC SPCA 2024 Animal Control Budget
- 100B Avenue Paving Project request from True North Fitness and Vulcan Compression
Special Council Meeting
The Chief Administrative Officer is proposing Stage 2 water conservation measures because the Kiskatinaw River has likely frozen off upstream of the intake. This proposal includes restricting lawn watering and suspending bulk potable water sales for industrial use. The City is currently relying on raw water reservoirs as river pumps have been turned off.
- Proposal to impose Stage 2 water conservation measures under Bylaw No. 3844
- Stage 2 restrictions include limiting lawn watering to two days a week and suspending bulk potable water sales for industry
- Current industrial bulk water demand is approximately 7,000 cubic meters per day
- Bulk water rates for industrial use are $6.17/cubic meter
- Reclaimed water rates are $4.04/cubic meter
Regular Council
City Council will review the first draft of the revised 2024 budget and establish strategic priorities for the year. The meeting includes discussions on capital paving funding, fire department equipment, and various community funding requests.
- Report No. 24-005: 2024 DRAFT 1 - Revised Budget Discussion
- Report No. 24-001: 2024 Capital Paving Project Funding
- Report No. 24-012: Fire Department Ladder Truck Replacement
- Bylaw No. 4576: 2024 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw
- Funding request from South Peace Community Resources Society for Police Based Victim Service Program (options ranging from $11,730 to $40,287 increase)