Nelson public meetings in 2024
49 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
This special Council meeting includes a closed session on land matters, followed by delegations from Nelson CARES on a proposed Front Street housing development and from the Nelson Police Department. Council will also discuss the 2025 budget and consider bylaws amending water, wastewater, and resource recovery rates, as well as Nelson Hydro rural rates.
- Nelson CARES delegation on proposed 50-unit affordable housing development at 818-824 Front Street
- Nelson Police Department delegation (12:30 pm to 1:30 pm)
- Budget discussion (1:30 pm to 3:45 pm)
- Fees and Charges (2025 Water, Wastewater and Resource Recovery Rates) Amendment Bylaw No. 3625, 2025
- Hydro Services Bylaw (Rural Rates) Amendment Bylaw No. 3618, 2024
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to receive reports from the Chief and Deputy Chief, and to hear a presentation from the Nelson Police Association about a staffing crisis, including recent departures to the RCMP and high call loads. The board will also receive updates from its HR Committee and the BC Association of Police Boards, and consider the consent agenda and adjournment.
- Nelson Police Association presentation on staffing crisis and retention plan
- Deputy Chief report: 564 calls for service in November, school zone enforcement, extra patrols on 800 block of Baker and Vernon Streets and Hendryx St Park
- Community Safety Officer Edwards ran first NPD Youth Police Academy with 12 graduates
- Restorative Justice program re-launched by Barb Vincent
- Next meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025 at 4:30 pm
Regular Council
Council will review the 2025 Resource Recovery budget and direct staff to prepare fee bylaws for water, wastewater, and resource recovery rates. The proposed changes include a $25 increase to the annual resource recovery fee (from $125 to $150) and 7% water and 6.5% wastewater rate increases. Council will also consider several bylaws, including a Code of Conduct and amendments to hydro service rates.
- Resource recovery fee increase from $125 to $150 per year
- Water rate increase of 7% (4% general + 3% capital levy)
- Wastewater rate increase of 6.5% (3.5% general + 3% capital levy)
- Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 3613, 2024
- Rescind Curling Club Lease Bylaw No. 3620, 2024
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is considering the preliminary 2025 budget for recommendation to Nelson City Council. The proposed budget includes funding for new personnel and reflects a projected 21.41% tax increase for police services.
- Preliminary 2025 budget proposal
- Addition of two new officers
- Addition of a fifth dispatch position and two part-time relief positions
- Addition of one records clerk
- Permanent Community Safety Officer (CSO) position
Special Council
Council is deciding whether to adopt the Stage 1 Liquid Waste Management Plan report and direct staff to submit it to the Ministry of the Environment, along with a notice to proceed with Stages 2 and 3. The report identifies major wastewater issues, including an over-capacity treatment plant and a failing marine force main, with estimated costs of $90M-$120M for generational projects and $35M-$50M for ongoing initiatives. The meeting also includes a discussion on resource recovery options for organics.
- Adopt Stage 1 LWMP report and submit to Ministry of the Environment
- Proceed with consolidated Stages 2 and 3 of the LWMP
- Generational projects: force main replacement and WWTP upgrade ($90M-$120M)
- Ongoing initiatives: sanitary collection renewal, I&I reduction, stormwater ($35M-$50M)
- Resource Recovery: options for organics program (extend pilot, green cart, or pre-treated program)
Special Council
Nelson City Council is deciding whether to apply to Health Canada's Emergency Treatment Fund for a grant to fund a coordinated access centre, an anti-stigma campaign, and a complex care housing needs report. The application, prepared by the Nelson Committee on Homelessness, totals over $1.2 million and must be submitted by November 8, 2024. Council will consider three options: applying in full, applying for a portion, or waiting for the next intake.
- Application for $227,590 for coordinated access centre consultation and operations
- Application for $14,000 for Inclusion & Dignity Campaign
- Application for $878,400 for renovations and operations of a coordinated access centre
- Application for $24,000 for inclusion & dignity training
- Application for $65,000 for regional complex-care needs report
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to receive and accept the Chief Constable's and Deputy Chief Constable's reports, along with the financial report. The board will also consider approving the 2025 meeting calendar and receive an update from its HR committee. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Chief Constable report notes Chief Fisher to chair steering committee for a BCACP Cybercrime Conference in November 2025
- Financial report shows net police services spending at $4,046,262 through Oct 29, 2024, or 82% of the $4,954,993 budget
- Deputy Chief report notes 588 calls for service in October, with extra patrols at 800 block of Baker and Vernon Streets and Hendryx St Park
- HR committee is developing a new Chief Constable performance evaluation, with a draft due at the December board meeting
- Board to approve 2025 meeting calendar, with monthly meetings at 4:30 pm in the NPD Boardroom
Regular Council
Nelson City Council's regular meeting includes a workshop on homelessness, a GIS update, and several bylaws for consideration, including a zoning variance at 2222 Falls Street, hydro service rate changes for rural and urban areas, and a bylaw to rescind the Curling Club lease. The agenda also includes a request from the Nelson Fire Department for UBCM emergency preparedness funding and a closed session for personnel matters.
- 2222 Falls Street zoning variance
- Hydro Services Bylaw 3609, 2024 and Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment
- Nelson Hydro Services Bylaw No. 3618, 2024 - Rural Rates
- Nelson Hydro Services Bylaw No. 3619, 2024 - Urban Rates
- Rescind Curling Club Lease Bylaw No. 3620, 2024
Special Council
Council is reviewing Nelson Hydro's 2025 budget and business plan, which includes proposed rate increases of 5.00% for urban and 7.54% for rural customers. The presentation covers 2024 financial results, capital projects, regulatory updates, and performance metrics. No decisions are being made at this special meeting; it is a budget session for discussion.
- Proposed 2025 rate increase: 5.00% urban ($6.56/month per 1,000 kWh) and 7.54% rural ($10.55/month per 1,000 kWh)
- 2025 total revenue budget $25,528,259, up 7% from 2024 budget
- 2025 capital expenditures budget $4,129,282, down 13% from 2024
- Mill Street substation upgrade forecast exceeds budget by 4.9%
- Vegetation management 5-year plan (2025-2029) totals over $4.5 million
Special Council
Nelson City Council is holding a special meeting to consider final adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3614, 2024, which would grant property tax exemptions to non-profit organizations for 2025-2034. The bylaw has already passed three readings. Staff recommend adoption, and the exemptions are estimated to total about $111,000 in municipal taxes for 2025, within the policy cap of 1% of the tax levy.
- Adopt Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3614, 2024, granting 100% exemptions for 10 years (2025-2034) to city-owned properties like the Civic Theatre, Glacier Gymnastics, and Nelson Youth Soccer Association.
- Grant 100% exemptions for 4 years (2025-2028) to churches and social service organizations, including Ascension Lutheran Church, Nelson CARES Society, and West Kootenay Women's Association.
- Grant partial exemptions for 4 years (2025-2028) to properties like Nelson CARES Society (65% of residential value) and Canadian Red Cross (75% of leased space).
- Exclude 8 properties from exemptions, including Granite Pointe Golf Club and a new Nelson CARES property, based on Council policy.
- Repeal previous Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3535, 2021.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a third-quarter financial update for 2024, covering operating revenues, expenses, and capital projects as of September 30. Council will also hear a presentation from Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism on its five-year strategic plan and application to continue as the eligible entity for the municipal and regional district tax (MRDT). A cultural presentation by the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council is scheduled, and the meeting includes a closed session under Section 90(1)(d) of the Community Charter regarding municipal property security.
- Q3 financial update: total revenues $49.8M vs $72.4M budget; total expenses $34.7M vs $48.7M budget (as of Sept 30, 2024)
- Capital projects: Mill Street Substation ($1.96M) expected completion late 2024; Finished Water Storage ($3.5M) tender in 2024; CIPP relining ($600K) estimated completion Oct 25
- Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism presents five-year strategic plan (2025-2029) and MRDT renewal application at 2% tax rate
- West Kootenay Regional Arts Council cultural presentation on audience and community engagement programs
- Closed meeting to discuss security of municipal property under Section 90(1)(d)
Special Council
Nelson City Council is meeting to consider third reading of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3614, 2024, which would grant property tax exemptions to non-profit organizations for 2025-2034. The bylaw covers 39 properties, with 8 excluded based on Council policy. The meeting also includes an addendum on water and wastewater matters.
- Third reading of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3614, 2024, granting 100% exemptions for 10 years (2025-2034) to city-owned properties like the Civic Theatre, Glacier Gymnastics, and Nelson Youth Soccer Association.
- 100% exemptions for 4 years (2025-2028) for churches and social service organizations, including Nelson CARES Society, Kootenay Kids Society, and West Kootenay Women's Association.
- Partial exemptions for 4 years (2025-2028) for properties like Nelson CARES Society (65% of residential value), Canadian Red Cross (75% of leased space), and Kootenay Co-op Radio (50% of land and improvements).
- Excludes 8 properties from exemptions, including Granite Pointe Golf Club and a new Nelson CARES Society property at 205 Hall Street, based on Council policy.
- Total permissive tax exemptions estimated at $111,413 for 2025, within the 1% of tax levy guideline.
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to accept routine reports from the Chief and Deputy Chief, discuss the remaining section of the Police Board Manual, and handle any new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Discussion of the final section of the Police Board Manual
- Receipt of Chief Constable's Report (to be added)
- Receipt of Deputy Chief Constable's Report, including September stats: 697 calls for service, 8 new NPD victim service clients, 17 new RCMP rural clients
- Update on BC Association of Police Boards meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for November 6, 2024
Regular Council
Council will consider receiving the 2024 Housing Needs Report, which projects Nelson's population will grow to 15,470 by 2041 and identifies a need for 3,104 additional housing units. The report also notes rising housing costs, with median apartment rents up 22% from 2020 to 2023 and home prices up 36% between 2019 and 2022. Council will also decide whether to direct staff to account for the 20-year demand projections when updating the Official Community Plan and zoning bylaws. A separate item seeks approval of up to $1,000 from the Council Discretionary Fund for Councillor Payne's hotel accommodation to attend the 2024 Housing Central Conference.
- Receive 2024 Housing Needs Report (required by Local Government Act)
- Direct staff to use 20-year housing projections in OCP and zoning updates
- Council Discretionary Fund: up to $1,000 for Councillor Payne's conference accommodation
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3614
- Workshop: Makola Development - Housing Needs Report
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hold a budget workshop for Nelson Hydro, receive a verbal report from the City Manager, and hear delegations from Sue Big Oil, Living Lakes Canada, and SHARE Housing Initiative Society. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings and public participation.
- Nelson Hydro Budget Workshop (3:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
- Delegation: Sue Big Oil - West Kootenay
- Delegation: Living Lakes Canada - Cottonwood Creek Restoration Project
- Delegation: SHARE Housing Initiative Society
- Adoption of minutes from April 23, May 21, and June 18, 2024 meetings
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to receive a presentation on the budget process from provincial representatives Katie Charlton and Michelle Trelenberg. The board will also consider accepting the Deputy Chief Constable's report, review the Police Board Manual, and receive updates from the BC Association of Police Boards and the Canadian Association of Police Governance conference. The meeting includes standard consent agenda items and adjournment procedures.
- Presentation on budget process from Province's Katie Charlton and Michelle Trelenberg
- Review of Police Board Manual (pages 30-73)
- Deputy Chief Constable's report to be received and accepted
- BC Association of Police Boards report deferred from previous meeting
- Canadian Association of Police Governance conference update from Director Harris
Regular Council
Council will decide whether to bill the Province for $145,139 in unplanned costs from the City Hall encampment, reschedule the annual reception, and approve new information governance policies. They will also authorize signing a 10-year federal infrastructure funding agreement and discuss other requests.
- Resolution to bill Province for $145,139 in encampment-related costs
- Reschedule Annual Reception from November 28 to December 10, 2024
- Adopt Information Governance Policy No. 1490.00.030 and Legal Hold Policy No. 1490.00.025
- Authorize Mayor and Corporate Officer to sign 2024-2034 Canada Community-Building Fund Agreement
- Request regarding City Hall Encampment and Nelson Civic Theatre Society
Regular Council
Council will hear staff presentations on a Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Housing Accelerator Fund Round 2 grant opportunity and a Quarter 2 financial update. The CMHC grant could bring about $5 million to Nelson for housing initiatives, but applying would delay the Official Community Plan (OCP) by four weeks. Council will also receive the Q2 financial report showing revenues and expenses as of June 30, 2024.
- CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund Round 2 application: potential $5M, deadline Sept 13, 2024
- Proposed initiatives include removing development permit requirements for triplexes/fourplexes, allowing 5-storey non-market housing in all zones, and fee waivers for secondary suites
- Q2 financial update: total revenues $40.1M (55% of budget), expenses $23.2M (48% of budget) as of June 30, 2024
- Parks Amendment Bylaw No. 3607
- Kootenay Lake Partnership funding request
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving a presentation from the Nelson Civic Theatre Society on its renovation plans, including a request for access to the full LOC approved in 2019 for the $4.2 million capital project, support for a REDIP application, and a one-time grant to bridge the gap during roof repairs. The agenda also includes a workshop on urban forestry management and several delegations.
- Nelson Civic Theatre renovation plans: new lobby, 214 fixed seats and 18 non-fixed seats in main theatre, two secondary theatres with 81 and 84 fixed seats, new concession, ticket booth, and unisex washrooms
- NCTS requests access to full LOC approved in 2019 for $4.2 million capital project
- NCTS requests support for REDIP application and one-time financial allocation to bridge gap during roof repairs
- Urban Forestry Management workshop (4:30-5:00 pm)
- Delegations: 2023 Cultural Ambassador, Nelson Tax Help Pilot Project, Bird Friendly City Initiative
Special Council
Council is considering a request from the Nelson and District Arts Council to move an approved mural from Trafalgar Middle School to the north-facing retaining wall on lower Edgewood Ave. The mural, designed by Smokii Sumac and Zaynab Mohammed, was previously approved on July 2, 2024. Staff recommend approval, with the Cultural Development Committee suggesting changes to the figure's hands and replacing English wording with Ktunaxa for 'My Grandmother's Garden'.
- Request to relocate mural from Trafalgar Middle School to Edgewood Ave retaining wall
- Mural budget approximately $20,500, funded by Vancouver Foundation
- Cultural Development Committee recommends changing figure's hands and using Ktunaxa wording
- No budgetary impact to City; NDAC commits to annual maintenance
- Meeting includes resolution to close to public under Section 90(1)(e) regarding land
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to welcome new provincial and municipal directors and review the Chief Constable's report. The board is also discussing the progress of the Community Safety Officer pilot program and the implementation of new digital services for criminal record checks and security camera registration.
- Appointment of Christine Deynaka and Matthew Nuttall as new Board Directors
- Review of the Community Safety Officer (CSO) pilot program phase two training
- Discussion of cost-neutral implementation of Forrest Green Group digital services
- Review of the accepted Strategic Plan and upcoming graphic design hiring
- Board support for ensuring non-profits are not charged for special event public safety costs
Regular Council
The City of Nelson Council is reviewing various bylaws, development variance permits, and funding requests. Key discussions include fleet decarbonization, hydro service updates, and affordable housing feasibility studies.
- Approved 55-unit mixed-use building at 91 Baker Street with height and setback variances
- Approved 57-unit mixed-use building at 920 Lakeside Drive with height variance
- Allocated $5,000 each from the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund to SHARE Nelson and Nelson Cares
- Approved $3,000 donation for the Sinixt Upper Columbia Canoe Journey and associated events
- Approved mural location at the Nelson & District Youth Centre (608 Lake Street)
Committee of the Whole
Chief Constable Donovan Fisher presented a year-to-date crime statistics report comparing 2023 and 2024. The update included a presentation on the Community Safety Officer program and its current training phase. The committee also discussed non-market housing studies and received an update from MLA Brittny Anderson.
- Nelson Police Department crime statistics update (2024 vs 2023)
- Nelson Non-Market Housing Study Project Summary delegation
- MLA Brittny Anderson update delegation
- Community Safety Officer Program presentation
Special Council
Council is reviewing a proposal to increase the Vernon Street Parkade hourly rate from $1.50 to $2.00. The proposal also recommends eliminating monthly parking permits in favor of a first-come, first-served day-permit system starting July 1, 2024.
- Proposed increase of Parkade hourly rate from $1.50 to $2.00
- Proposed removal of monthly Parkade permits
- Proposed implementation of a new mobile payment app for the Parkade
- Introduction of Fees and Charges Amendment (Parkade Fees) Bylaw No. 3606, 2024
- Review of 2023 Annual Report and 2023 Statement of Financial Information Report
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Board is reviewing a letter regarding special event permits to ensure non-profits are not charged for policing costs. Members are also discussing a provincial discussion paper regarding the regionalization of police services in British Columbia.
- Review of special event permit processes and potential cost recovery from non-profits
- Discussion of BC Association of Municipal Chiefs of Police paper on police regionalization
- Report on increased overtime due to significant calls and transcription costs
- Introduction of new Community Safety Officer Silk Edwards
- Communication Centre renovation scheduled to commence June 10, 2024
Regular Council
Council held a workshop to receive feedback on proposed updates to the Nelson Hydro Services Bylaw, which has not been revised since 2012. The meeting also included discussions on development permits, affordable housing, and several bylaw amendments.
- Hydro Services Bylaw update workshop
- Temporary Use Permit for gym at 920 Simpson Road
- Development Variance Permit for 91 Baker
- Development Variance Permit for 920 Lakeside Drive
- Fees and Charges Amendment (Tourist Park) Bylaw No. 3605, 2024
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is conducting a workshop to review the Permissive Tax Exemption Policy and Bylaw No. 3557. Current exemptions expire at the end of 2024, and staff will begin the next application cycle in June.
- Workshop on Permissive Tax Exemption Policy and 2024 cycle
- Delegation from Kootenay Lake Partnership
- Delegation from WildsafeBC
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Nelson Police Board is meeting to review the I.B.250 call-out policy and a new employee badge and identification policy. The board is also discussing updates to the Police Act and managing costs for special event security.
- Approval of I.B.250 Call-out Policy regarding work-issued mobile phones
- Approval of Employee Badges and Identification policy
- Discussion on funding police services for special events
- Update on Police Act Amendment Act, 2024
- Financial report showing 33% of the annual budget spent as of April 2024
Regular Council
The City of Nelson is reviewing several bylaws including the Five Year Financial Plan and Annual Tax Rate. Council is also processing amendments to align local zoning and business licensing with new provincial regulations regarding residential density and short-term rentals.
- Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3602
- Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 3603
- Records Management Procedure Bylaw No. 3604
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3593 (Provincial Density Requirements)
- Short-Term Rental Business Licence Amendment Bylaw No. 3598
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from Community Futures regarding the Kootenay Regional Film Sector. The discussion includes a proposal to develop the Nelson Civic Arena into a multi-use film studio space.
- Presentation on Kootenay Regional Film Sector development
- Proposal to develop Nelson Civic Arena with a film sound stage and production offices
- $80,000 REDIP grant received for Kootenay Regional Film Studios planning
- $10,000 commitment from Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership
- Estimated $130,000 cost for base film studio infrastructure package
Special Council
The City of Nelson Council is meeting to consider the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw 3602 and the Annual Tax Rate Bylaw 3603. Staff are recommending a 5.3% tax increase for 2024. The meeting also includes discussions regarding sidewalk café amendments and ReDi grant funding.
- Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw 3602
- Annual Tax Rate Bylaw 3603
- Sidewalk Café Amendment Bylaw No. 3600
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 3601
- ReDi Grant Funding Adjudication
Regular Council
The Nelson City Council will discuss several bylaw amendments regarding provincial density, short-term rentals, and sidewalk cafes. They will also consider a temporary use permit for a gym at 920 Simpson Road.
- Temporary Use Permit for a gym at 920 Simpson Road
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3593 (Provincial Density Requirements)
- Short Term Rental Bylaw (Zoning Amendment No. 3599 and Business Licence No. 3598)
- Sidewalk Cafe Amendment Bylaw No. 3600 and Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3601
- Rezoning Application for 655 Hwy 3A
Public Hearing
The City of Nelson is considering Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3599 to align with new provincial short-term rental legislation. The proposed changes include updating the definition of tourist accommodation and removing certain principal residency exemptions. The hearing also addresses allowing older single-family homes in the C1 zone to revert to residential use.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3599: updates tourist accommodation definition from '30 days or less' to '31 days or less'
- Removal of principal residency requirement exemptions in section 1.1.10(c)
- Proposal to allow C1 zone single-family houses built before August 1987 to revert from commercial to residential use
- Alignment with Provincial Bill 35 regarding short-term rental regulations
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Board is establishing standing committees for finance, governance, human resources, and awards. The meeting also reviewed reports on staffing, recent investigations, and the development of a religious and cultural guidebook.
- Appointment of committee members for Finance, Governance, Human Resources, and EDI
- Review of the Police Board manual by Directors Adam and Caron
- Update on the transition of Bylaw services to City Hall supervision
- Report on recent aggravated assault and assault investigations
- Discussion of a new religious and cultural guidebook for respectful interactions
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
The City of Nelson Council will hold a special regular meeting on March 19, 2024. The agenda includes a portion closed to the public to discuss personal information and municipal service negotiations.
- Closed session regarding personal information about an identifiable individual
- Closed session regarding negotiations for proposed municipal services
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2023 Quarter 4 financial update and the 2024 budget. The session includes feedback from residents regarding priorities like wildfire mitigation, housing, and protective services.
- 2024 proposed budget includes two additional Nelson Police Department officers
- Proposed 4.8% overall increase for average residential property tax and utility rates
- Budget highlights include a Community Safety Officer pilot program and Firehall replacement planning
- Planned capital investments for Hall St Pier ($297,000) and various utility upgrades
- Public delegation from Selkirk College regarding rural homelessness and well-being
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Board is reviewing the 2024-2028 draft operating budget, which includes funding for two additional officers. Discussions include updates on the Community Safety Officer pilot project and the Integrated Crisis Response Team.
- Review of 2024-2028 draft operating budget
- $30,000 purchase of ALPR funding on February 29, 2024
- $575 sponsorship for the 2024 BCAPB Conference coffee break
- New Community Safety Officer pilot project running until year-end
- Implementation of Integrated Crisis Response Team with Interior Health funding
Regular Council
The City is considering zoning amendments to comply with Provincial Bill 44, which requires increased density for small-scale multi-unit housing. The proposal includes allowing up to four units on certain lots and standardizing residential parking to one stall per dwelling.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3593 (Provincial Residential Density)
- Off-Street Parking and Landscape Amendment Bylaw No. 3594
- Short Term Rentals Business Licence and Zoning Amendments (Bylaws 3598 & 3599)
- Rezoning Application for 655 Hwy 3A
- Electric Tramway Track Upgrade Contribution
Special Regular Council meeting including items closed to the Public
The City of Nelson will hold a Special Regular Council meeting on February 20, 2024. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personal information regarding a potential municipal officer, employee, or agent.
- Closed session regarding personal information of a municipal candidate or employee
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hold a workshop regarding Selkirk College and receive presentations from various community groups. The agenda includes a cultural presentation on Nelson Air Raid Sirens and updates from BC Transit.
- Selkirk College update workshop
- BC Transit Transit Exchange Design Update presentation
- Nelson Air Raid Sirens cultural presentation
- Izu-Shi Friendship Society delegation
- Nelson Hospice Society delegation
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Board discussed a potential 11.07% police budget increase and the implementation of a digital notebook pilot project. Members also reviewed updates on victim services, community safety officers, and a new commendation policy.
- Proposed 11.07% budget increase for additional officers and CSO program
- Implementation of Intelligent Mobile Patrol (IMP) electronic notebook pilot
- Purchase of ALPR technology for $30,000
- Review of Policy I.C.010 Commendation and Awards
- Donation of $4,000 from Shell gas station to the Police Foundation
Regular Council
Council will review a draft 2023-2026 Strategic Plan covering economic, housing, and infrastructure goals. The meeting also includes discussions on amending traffic and parking meter fees and fines.
- Adoption of the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan
- Fees & Charges Amendment (Traffic and Parking Meter Fees) No. 3591
- Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment (Traffic Fines) Bylaw No. 3592
- 2023 and 2024-2025 UBCM CRI Grant recommendations
- Discussion of the $4m Legacy Fund policy
Special Council
Council is reviewing departmental funding requests and multi-year capital plans. Discussions include police staffing, IT infrastructure, and various municipal facility upgrades.
- Proposed 11.05% total tax impact for 2024 based on cost escalations
- Next Generation 911 IT project budgeted at $2,591,000
- Transit Exchange project budgeted at $2,396,748
- Lakeside Drive sidewalk project budgeted at $863,126
- Proposed increase of four police officers to reach a strength of 23
Special Council
The Council is reviewing the 2024 operating and capital budgets for Nelson Hydro. Discussions include projected rate increases for rural and urban customers and ongoing regulatory proceedings with the BCUC.
- Proposed 2024 rural rate increase of 6.2% to 9%
- Proposed 2024 urban rate increase of 5.2%
- Mill Street substation upgrade project
- Dam Safety Review estimated at $7 million over 10 years
- $30,000 grant application for active transportation engagement
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing updates on youth and community programming and hearing presentations from several community organizations. Key discussions include the Nelson Soccer Association's plan for an indoor dome and the Kootenay Climbing Association's update on their facility.
- Youth and Community Programming update including 2023 highlights for the Nelson & District Youth Centre, Campground, and Farmer's Market
- Nelson Community Services presentation on the Street Outreach Program
- Nelson Soccer Association presentation on a proposed indoor soccer dome estimated at $6,482,465
- Kootenay Climbing Association presentation regarding the Cube 2.0 facility
- Cultural presentation by the Nelson Threshold Choir
Special Budget Meeting
The Special Council Meeting involves discussions regarding the 2024 provisional budget and the 2024-2028 financial plan. The agenda covers departmental requests for police staffing, information technology, transportation, and facility upgrades.
- Nelson Police Department provisional budget including requests for 2 additional officers in 2024
- Civic Centre accessibility improvements totaling $4,200,000
- Fire Hall replacement project with a $1,500,000 2024 budget and $16,000,000 total scope
- Next Generation 911 project budgeted at $2,291,000
- Lakeside Drive sidewalk improvements totaling $863,126
Nelson Police Board Regular Meeting
The Board is reviewing a provisional police budget that includes requests for additional officers and Community Safety Officer funding. Members are also working to develop a new measurable strategic plan and reviewing mission and value statements.
- Provisional 2024 police budget including $188,879 for additional officers
- Proposed $204,580 for the Community Safety Officers pilot program
- Presentation by Victim Services
- Review of the draft strategic plan
- Oath of confidentiality for new Directors Bill Downey and Eric Harris
Regular Council
The City Council will hold a workshop on increasing allowable density and review several bylaws regarding water, wastewater, and parking fees. The meeting also includes staff recommendations for the 2024-2028 Library budget and various community grants.
- Workshop on increasing allowable density
- Bylaw No. 3590: 2024 Water and Wastewater Rates
- Zoning and OCP amendments for 403 Victoria Street
- Bylaws No. 3591 and 3592: Parking meter fees and traffic fines
- Library 2024-2028 Draft Budget recommendation
Public Hearing
The City of Nelson is holding a public hearing to consider rezoning 403 Vernon Street from Institutional to Core Commercial. The proposal by Summit Psychology Group would change the Official Community Plan designation to Mixed Use Core to allow health services at the site.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3583 (Institutional to Core Commercial)
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3584 (Institutional to Mixed Use Core)
- Proposed use of 'Health Services' at 403 Vernon Street
- Requirement for a heritage covenant to protect the historic building