Lillooet public meetings in 2024
42 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole meeting on December 16, 2024 will consider several procedural items. These include adopting the meeting agenda, delegating MLA Tony Luck, adopting the minutes from the December 2, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting, and adjournment. No substantive policy or project items are listed on the agenda.
- Adopt agenda for the December 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting (Resolution 2.1)
- Delegate MLA Tony Luck (Fraser‑Nicola District) (Item 3.1)
- Adopt the December 2, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes (Item 4.1)
- Adjourn the December 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting (Item 7.1)
Regular Council Meeting
The Lillooet Council will consider several approvals, including a development variance for a shed at 2010 Moha Rd, a $53,221 purchase of a backhoe engine, and support for a $20,000 UBCM grant application. The meeting will also adopt new bylaws, such as the Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2024-012 and the Cross Connection Control Bylaw package, and set the 2025 council meeting schedule and acting mayor designations.
- Approve Development Variance DVP24-007 for 2010 Moha Rd (rear setback and height changes).
- Approve $53,221 expenditure for a new engine for the District's backhoe from the General Capital Reserve.
- Support the District's $20,000 grant application to UBCM for a community event and working circles.
- Adopt Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2024-012.
- Introduce and read first, second, and third time the Cross Connection Control Bylaw No. 2024-011 and related amendments.
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive reports and presentations from staff and MTS Maintenance Training Systems Inc. regarding water supply protection. The discussion focuses on the Cross Connection Control Bylaw No. 2024-011 and the associated Program Guide.
- Presentation on Cross Connection Control Bylaw No. 2024-011
- Review of the Cross Connection Control Program Guide
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will read and adopt Zoning Bylaw No. 2024-002, rezoning a lot from Agricultural and Rural Resource to Agricultural and Rural Resource Site Specific and Rural Residential 1 Site Specific. The council will also add three staff members as associate members to the Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia liability insurance for the 2025 term. Additional items include reading the Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2024-012, adopting the 2025 schedule of council meetings, and a motion to close part of the meeting under the Community Charter.
- Adopt Zoning Bylaw No. 2024-002 to rezone a lot to Agricultural and Rural Resource Site Specific and Rural Residential 1 Site Specific
- Add Ian McIntosh, Sheldon Guertin, and Zara Rockwell as associate members to MIABC liability insurance for Jan 1 2025–Dec 31 2025
- Read Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2024-012 a third time
- Adopt the 2025 schedule of council meetings
- Close session under Community Charter Section 90(1)(c) for labour relations
Regular Council Meeting
The Lillooet Council will consider approving four community grants totaling $4,000 and issuing remedial action orders for three unsafe buildings. The meeting also includes a public hearing and the introduction of several new bylaws.
- Community Fund Committee recommends $1,000 grants for Soccer Association, Riley Creek Players, Music Society, and Arts Society
- Council to order remedial action for buildings at 45 Station Hill Road, 545 Main Street, and 340 Mitchell Road
- Council to consider 'Opt Out of Comment' for Liquor Licence Application LCRB(L)24-002
- Cross Connection Control Bylaw No. 2024-011 introduced for first reading
- Secondary Water Source Project to receive up to $90,000 from Water Capital Reserve
Lillooet Community Fund
The Lillooet Community Fund is meeting to review fall intake applications and report on its current account balance. The body is recommending five separate $1,000 grants to local organizations for Council approval.
- Recommendation of $1,000 for Lillooet Soccer Association for goalie nets and frames
- Recommendation of $1,000 for Riley Creek Players for the Lillooet Wildlife Show
- Recommendation of $1,000 for Lillooet Music Society for United in Music
- Recommendation of $1,000 for Lillooet Arts Society for the Explorer Art Program
- Recommendation of $1,000 for Lillooet Agriculture & Food Society for the Wildlife Conflict Meeting
Special Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will convene a Special Council Meeting at 4:30 PM on October 18, 2024, at 615 Main Street. The primary item is a closed session to discuss the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements, with the public excluded.
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Closed session regarding land acquisition or expropriation
- Adjournment of the Special Council Meeting
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will adopt the minutes from the October 1 meeting and receive a draft zoning bylaw for information. The bylaw aims to streamline development and increase density, with lot sizes for non-ALR agricultural use reduced from 8.0 Ha to 2.0 Ha.
- Adoption of October 1 Committee of the Whole minutes
- Receive draft zoning bylaw for information
- Lot sizes for non-ALR agricultural use reduced to 2.0 Ha
- Lot sizes for Rural Residential reduced to 1.0 Ha
- Staff to move to public engagement and consultation
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will review several items, including a grant application for up to $200,000 from the Japanese Canadian Legacies Society to fund the Miyazaki Heritage House Rehabilitation and Storytelling Project. The meeting also includes adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2024‑014 and a decision on whether to provide letters of support for the Bridge River Indian Band’s grant application and seniors retirement project. A closed‑session portion is scheduled to discuss land acquisition or service negotiations that the council deems confidential.
- JCLS Grant Application: up to $200,000 for Miyazaki Heritage House Rehabilitation and Storytelling Project
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2024‑014 to be adopted
- Request for letters of support for Bridge River Indian Band grant and Xwísten Seniors Retirement Project
- Closed session to consider confidential land acquisition or service negotiation matters
- Public input limited to five members, two minutes each
Regular Council Meeting
The council adopted the September 10, 2024 meeting minutes and approved public input limited to five two‑minute statements. It introduced Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2024‑014 and read it three times. The council approved 2025 Grants in Lieu of Municipal Property Tax covering seven properties at 100 % of their levy. Councillors Rolf de Bruin and Barb Wiebe were appointed as the district’s representative and alternate to the Northern Development Initiative Trust.
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2024‑014 introduced and read first, second, and third time
- 2025 Grants in Lieu of Municipal Property Tax approved for 603 Main St, 577 Main St, 1147 Main St, 251 Taylor Rd, 1116 Main St, 560 Highway 12, and 2‑478 Hollywood Crescent (100 % of levy)
- Councillor Rolf de Bruin appointed as district representative to the Northern Development Initiative Trust
- Councillor Barb Wiebe appointed as alternate representative to the Northern Development Initiative Trust
- Adoption of September 10, 2024 council meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to hear a delegation from Murphy Construction. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting.
- Delegation from Murphy Construction featuring Maja McCloskey and Graham Murphy
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review staff recommendations to grant 100% municipal property tax exemptions for 11 local properties in 2025, totaling approximately $31,921 in foregone revenue. The decision follows a new policy aimed at reducing subsidies to other property owners.
- 11 properties proposed for 100% municipal tax exemption in 2025, including addresses like 633 Main Street (Lillooet Learning Communities Society) and 178 Mountainview Road (Lillooet Memorial Curling Club)
- Total foregone municipal tax revenue: ~$31,921 if all exemptions approved
- Alternative resolutions allow partial exemptions or property-specific decisions
- Late application from Roman Catholic Bishop of Kamloops may not qualify under standard criteria
- Two properties (104 Main Street, REC Centre back lot) excluded due to District lease arrangements
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will adopt the September 10 agenda, approve the minutes from the August 13 meeting, and receive a staff‑recommended list of correspondence items for information. It will also consider a delegation request from S. Troy Anderson (United Nations PCP) and vote on a resolution to close the meeting under Community Charter sections covering land acquisition, litigation and preliminary service negotiations.
- Resolution to adopt/amend the September 10, 2024 Regular Council Meeting agenda
- Resolution to adopt the August 13, 2024 Council Meeting minutes as presented
- Staff recommendation to receive ten correspondence items (e.g., suicide‑prevention support request, BC Hydro traffic delays near Shalalth) for information
- Resolution to close the meeting to the public under sections 90(1)(e), 90(1)(g) and 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter
- Delegation request from S. Troy Anderson – United Nations PCP
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear a delegation from Murphy Construction. The body will also consider the adoption of the July 11, 2024, meeting minutes.
- Delegation from Graham Murphy and Maja McCloskey of Murphy Construction
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will consider a delegation supporting the Lillooet District Historical Society's application for an NDIT Marketing Initiatives Grant. It will also approve four draft policies covering flag protocol, social media, council conduct, and a grant‑in‑lieu tax. Finally, the council will vote on two development variance permits: DVP24-003 for sidewalk, curb and gutter requirements at 190 T & T Rd, and DVP24-004 for interior side‑setback at 150 16th Ave.
- Delegation request supporting the Historical Society's NDIT Marketing Initiatives Grant for web development and social media strategy
- Approval of Flag Raising and Flag Protocol Policy AD.32(C)
- Approval of Social Media Policy AD.33(C)
- Approval of Development Variance Permit DVP24-003 to vary sidewalk, curb, and gutter requirements at 190 T & T Rd
- Approval of Development Variance Permit DVP24-004 to vary interior side‑setback at 150 16th Ave
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Lillooet Committee of the Whole will review four draft policies for discussion and feedback. These include updates to flag protocols, social media usage, council code of conduct, and property tax grants. The committee intends to provide direction to staff regarding potential changes.
- Review of Flag Raisings and Flag Protocol Policy AD.32(C)
- Review of Social Media Policy AD.33(C)
- Review of Council Code of Conduct Policy CO.10(C)
- Review of Grant in Lieu of Municipal Property Tax Policy FN.12(C)
- Adoption of May 22 and May 27, 2024 meeting minutes
Regular Council Meeting
The Lillooet Council is reviewing a development variance permit for 190 T & T Rd and an update to the Electric Fence Bylaw. The agenda also includes authorization of the 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement and reports on playground replacement and bear-resistant garbage bins.
- Development Variance Permit DVP24-003 for subdivision at 190 T & T Rd
- Authorization of the 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement
- Amendment to Electric Fence Bylaw to remove electric current prohibition
- Approval of draft letter to Lillooet Elks regarding a property proposal
- Presentation by Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism
Regular Council Meeting
The Lillooet Council meeting includes discussions on the 2023 Annual Municipal Report and several building regulation contraventions. The agenda also features a delegation from the Chamber of Commerce regarding Canada Day and updates to council appointments.
- Consideration of the 2023 Annual Municipal Report
- Building regulation contravention notices for properties including 189 Main Street and 1555 Garden Street
- Delegation from Lillooet Chamber of Commerce regarding Canada Day contributions
- Council appointment changes involving Councillor Barb Wiebe and Councillor Rolf de Bruin
Special Council Meeting
The special council meeting involves the approval of the agenda and an adjournment. A closed session is proposed to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality.
- Closed session for litigation or potential litigation
Special Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council met to approve the agenda and enter a closed session regarding municipal objectives for an annual report. The meeting also included discussions on governance, Roberts Rules, and draft amendments to the Procedure Bylaw.
- Closed session regarding municipal objectives for the annual report
- Discussion of draft amendments to the Procedure Bylaw
- Governance reminders regarding Roberts Rules
Regular Council Meeting
The Lillooet Council will review funding recommendations for two local organizations. This includes $6,000 for the Miyazaki House Society and $22,000 for the Lillooet & District Historical Society. The historical society funding is conditional on transferring a building assessment report to the District.
- $6,000 funding recommendation for Miyazaki House Society
- $22,000 funding recommendation for Lillooet & District Historical Society
- BC Hydro Terzaghi Dam rockfall removal advisory
- RDN Legislative Reform Initiative correspondence
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee is meeting to discuss new business items. The agenda includes a project regarding the Miyazaki House Rehab and a virtual open house with BC Hydro.
- Miyazaki House Rehab Project
- BC Hydro Open House (Virtual)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is discussing the allocation of funding for the Miyazaki House Society and the Lillooet & District Historical Society. Staff have proposed options to either maintain the current combined budget of $28,000 or increase funding using the District's stabilization reserve.
- Proposed funding allocation of $28,000 or less for Miyazaki House Society and Lillooet & District Historical Society
- Historical funding levels: $6,000 for Miyazaki House Society and $22,000 for Lillooet & District Historical Society
- Delegation from Lillooet & District Historical Society (Kevin Goforth & Johannes Bodendorfer)
- Delegation from Miyazaki House Society (Melody Thacker)
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet is meeting to decide on the adoption of a Water Conservation Bylaw and a Development Procedures Bylaw. Council will also review funding for community grants and park repairs.
- Adoption of Water Conservation Bylaw No. 2024-009
- Adoption of Development Procedures Bylaw No. 2024-010
- Allocation of $35,000 from the Recreation Reserve for Conway Park Sprinkler repair
- Grant of $1,000 to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 66 for tables, chairs, and linens
- Grant of $666.45 to Lillooet Seniors Drop In Centre Society for an Automated External Defibrillator
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council is meeting to adopt the 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw, introduce and give first three readings to a new Water Conservation Bylaw and a Development Procedures Bylaw, and approve the 2023 Statement of Financial Information. Council will also consider a liquor licence application from the Royal Canadian Legion, a memorial benches policy, and receive correspondence on topics like passenger rail service and BC Hydro maintenance. The meeting includes a closed session for labour relations.
- Adoption of Tax Rates and Municipal Tax Collection Bylaw No. 2024-008
- Introduction and first three readings of Water Conservation Bylaw No. 2024-009
- Introduction and first three readings of Development Procedures Bylaw No. 2024-010
- Approval of 2023 Statement of Financial Information for submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
- Resolution to 'Opt Out of Comment' on liquor licence application LCRB(L)24-001 (Royal Canadian Legion)
Lillooet Community Fund
The Lillooet Community Fund is reviewing final reports from previous grant recipients and evaluating new funding requests. The committee is recommending two new grants to the Council for approval.
- Recommendation to approve $1,000 grant for Royal Canadian Legion Branch 66 for tables, chairs, and linens
- Recommendation to approve $666.45 grant for Lillooet Seniors Drop In Centre Society for an Automated External Defibrillator
- Account balance reported as $2,724.40 as of December 31, 2023
- Receipt of final reports from SWIMS, Lillooet Animal Advocates Society, and Lillooet Seniors Drop In Centre Society
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will review audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023. The agenda also includes introducing the 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw and discussing a potential grant for Municipal Hall heating replacement.
- Acceptance of 2023 audited financial statements
- Introduction of 2024 Tax Rates and Municipal Tax Collection Bylaw No. 2024-008
- Potential FCC AgriSpirit Fund application for Municipal Hall heating replacement (up to $75,000)
- Amendment to Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2021-002
- Pre-Design Brief for Town Creek and Infiltration Wells
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will meet to decide on a development variance permit for a subdivision and the adoption of a financial plan bylaw. The body will also receive correspondence regarding vegetation management and research studies.
- DVP24-002: Variance to minimum lot width from 15.0 to 12.43 metres for subdivision at 681 & 689 Columbia St
- Adoption of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-007
- Correspondence regarding CN vegetation management
- Correspondence regarding Premier's letter of support for Bill 34
Special Council Meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a Special Council Meeting. The only specific action item listed is a proposal to enter a closed session to discuss personal information regarding a municipal position.
- Proposed closed session regarding personal information of an individual considered for a municipal officer, employee, or agent position
Special Council Meeting
Council is considering the first three readings of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-007. The proposed five-year plan for 2024-2028 includes an 8% increase in property tax revenue.
- Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-007 (2024-2028)
- Proposed 8% increase in property tax revenue
- Adoption of March 16, 2024 Special Council Meeting minutes
Special Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council held a special meeting on March 22, 2024. The body voted to enter a closed session to discuss personal information regarding an individual being considered for a municipal position. The meeting lasted one minute.
- Closed session pursuant to Community Charter Section 90(1)(a) regarding personnel
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2024 District of Lillooet budget. The session also includes the adoption of minutes from March 11 and March 12, 2024.
- Discussion on the 2024 District of Lillooet budget
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet is reviewing several grant applications for infrastructure and heritage rehabilitation. Council is also discussing a draft community tourism plan and potential bylaw changes regarding electric fencing.
- Grant application for up to $1,000,000 for the Downtown Vitalization and Infrastructure Plan (District to fund up to $200,000)
- Grant applications for the Miyazaki Heritage House Rehabilitation and Storytelling Project: up to $50,000 from BC Heritage Legacy Fund and up to $300,000 from Northern Development Initiative Trust
- Proposed amendment to remove prohibitions on electric current fencing in residential areas
- Proposed amendment to Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2021-002 regarding garbage collection and disposal penalties
- Adoption of Council Indemnity and Expenses Bylaw No. 2024-004
Special Council Meeting
The council will meet to conduct a closed session. This session is designated for discussing personal information regarding a municipal officer, employee, or agent.
- Closed session pursuant to Community Charter Section 90(1)(a)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the draft 2024 budget and a five year financial plan. Discussion includes a recap from the February 27, 2024 meeting and a review of project requests.
- Discussion regarding the draft 2024 budget
- Review of the 2024 - 2028 Financial Report Plan
- Review of project requests
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing grant opportunities for the Miyazaki Heritage House Rehabilitation and Storytelling Project. Staff presented two potential funding sources with deadlines in April 2024.
- Heritage Legacy Fund of BC grant application for up to $50,000
- Northern Development Initiative Trust grant application for up to $300,000
- Potential use of a $400,000 Japanese Canadian Legacies Grant for leverage funding
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole met to review the 2024-2028 Financial Report Plan. The session included a recap of the February 27, 2024 meeting and a review of project requests.
- Discussion of 2024-2028 Financial Report Plan
- Review of project requests
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet Council will discuss a development variance for a property on Whitney Road and a budget request for recreation equipment. The body is also reviewing a new indemnity and expenses bylaw.
- Proposed variance for 1209 Whitney Rd to remove requirements for a 1.0m gravel shoulder and 1.5m paved walkway
- Budget approval request up to $18,000 for two high performance treadmills from the Recreation Reserve
- Introduction and three readings of Indemnity and Expenses Bylaw No. 2024-004
- Request for a letter of support for Xwísten's Rural Transit Solution Fund application
- Proposal to rescind resolution R-135-2023 regarding the Cemetery Gate
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will receive a report regarding the 2024 - 2028 Financial Plan. This presentation is led by Chief Financial Officer Joni L'Heureux and covers municipal objectives, service impacts, and draft budgets.
- 2024 - 2028 Financial Plan Report
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet is deciding on the adoption of a new Garbage Collection and Regulation Bylaw and associated fee changes. Council will also consider budget approval for a PLC replacement project and a remuneration increase for the Mayor and Councillors.
- PLC replacement project budget approval not to exceed $70,000
- Adoption of Garbage Collection and Regulation Bylaw No. 2024-002
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2021-003, Amending Bylaw No. 5 (Bylaw No. 2024-003)
- Proposed 5% annual remuneration increase for Mayor and Councillors from 2024 to 2028
- Support for Lillooet Chamber of Commerce NDIT grant to revitalize 'Visit Lillooet' website and social media
Special Council Meeting
Council will hear competing proposals from the Lillooet and District Historical Society and the Miyazaki House Society regarding where to locate the Visitor Centre. The meeting also includes a request for in-kind support for LillooFest 2024.
- Request for in-kind support for LillooFest 2024 (August 31-September 2) including use of Rec Centre grounds, stage, and gym with kitchen
- Proposal by Lillooet and District Historical Society to return the Visitor Centre to the Museum at Downton Park
- Proposal by Miyazaki House Society to locate the Visitor Centre at Miyazaki House
- Closed session request regarding labour or employee relations pursuant to Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter
Regular Council Meeting
The District of Lillooet is deciding on a new Garbage Collection and Regulation Bylaw and amendments to traffic and parking rules. Council is also considering a grant application for REC centre fitness equipment and a motion regarding electric fencing for gardens.
- Proposed $42,857 District contribution for REC centre fitness equipment via NDIT grant
- Introduction of Garbage Collection and Regulation Bylaw No. 2024-002
- Adoption of Traffic and Parking Regulations Bylaw 2006, No. 275, Amendment Bylaw 2023-020
- Adoption of Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw 2021-002, Amendment Bylaw 2023-021
- Delegation from Tony & Barb Hjerpe regarding the Lillooet landfill