Peachland public meetings in 2024

Special Council Meeting

The Peachland Special Council will discuss planning‑related and other bylaws, address unfinished business, and consider items from administration. A letter from the bargaining committee and updated wage comparisons will be presented for council awareness. No specific decisions or votes are detailed in the agenda.

• Planning related bylaws
• Other bylaws (non‑planning related)
• Unfinished business
• Items from administration
• December 9, 2024 Bargaining Committee Letter to Mayor and Council

The special meeting was largely procedural, with the only substantive action being the release of a public statement in response to a December 9, 2024 letter from the Bargaining Committee. The statement addresses the District's bargaining process, defends its final offer vote, and notes agreement to enter mediation. No other decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (SC-24/12/19-001)
• Received Bargaining Committee letter for information (SC-24/12/19-002)
• Moved in camera to discuss labour relations (SC-24/12/19-003)
• Approved release of public statement on bargaining (reported after in camera)
• Adjourned meeting (SC-24/12/19-004)

Special Council Meeting

The Peachland Special Council will meet on Monday, December 16, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Council Chambers, 4450 6th Street. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, confirmation of agenda, presentations, and bylaws (both planning‑related and non‑planning). The only substantive discussion item is an in‑camera session to consider community‑charter matters on labour relations, employee relations, and the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements.

• In‑camera discussion of community charter s.90(1)(c) and (e) matters
• Planning‑related bylaws review
• Other (non‑planning) bylaws review
• Unfinished business
• Items from administration

The December 16, 2024 special council meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive public decisions made. Council approved the agenda and then moved into a closed session to discuss labour relations and land matters under Community Charter s.90(1)(c) and (e). The meeting adjourned after returning to open session.

• Approved the December 16, 2024 special council meeting agenda (carried)
• Moved into closed session to discuss labour relations and land acquisition/disposition (carried)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Action Task Force meeting on December 10, 2024 has no listed agenda items. The agenda contains only placeholders and no decisions, contracts, or proposals are documented.

Committee of the Whole

The Peachland Committee of the Whole meeting on December 3, 2024 will handle routine procedural matters such as call to order, agenda confirmation, and minute adoption. The primary substantive item is a discussion of the 2025 provisional budget, for which a PDF attachment is provided. No other specific motions, contracts, or rezoning proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of the 2025 Provisional Budget (see attached PDF)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2025 provisional budget, which proposes a 6.65% tax increase. Members discussed various capital projects and directed staff to adjust funding levels and project priorities for the upcoming budget.

• Approved agenda and October 22, 2024 minutes
• Reduced Small-scale Multi-unit Housing budget request to $30,000 (Carried)
• Moved Princeton Avenue Crosswalk Project from Priority 1 to 2 (Carried)
• Moved Low Rise Barriers Project to Priority 1 at $85,000 (Carried)
• Moved Swim Bay outdoor shower to Priority 1 at $10,000 (Carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The District of Peachland Council will consider approving a zoning bylaw amendment for a child care site at 5601 Wild Goose Street and the 2025 provisional budget. The meeting also includes reports on the 2024 citizens survey and interim housing needs.

• Zoning bylaw amendment for child care at 5601 Wild Goose Street
• Approval of 2025 provisional budget
• 2024 Citizens Survey Results
• Interim Housing Needs Report
• Climate Action Task Force minutes

Council approved the 2025 provisional budget for General, Water, and Sewer operating and capital budgets, including a provisional tax rate increase of 6.65%, with amendments to reallocate funding for several projects. Council also gave first and second readings to OCP and zoning amendment bylaws for a childcare centre at 5601 Wild Goose Street, authorized a development permit amendment adding 16 units at 5976 Princess Street, and endorsed the Interim Housing Needs Report.

• Approved 2025 provisional budget with 6.65% tax increase (carried)
• Gave first and second readings to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2431 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2430 for childcare centre at 5601 Wild Goose Street (carried)
• Authorized DP24-10 amendment to add 16 units at 5976 Princess Street, contingent on $30,032 Community Amenity Contribution (carried)
• Endorsed Interim Housing Needs Report (carried)
• Received 2024 Citizens Survey Results for information (carried)
• Received Climate Action Task Force minutes for information (carried)
• Received correspondence from Somerset Avenue Residents and Fortis BC for information (carried)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The task force will review and discuss several items, including a proposed slogan, an updated engagement survey, revisions to its terms of reference, a Green Municipal Fund self‑assessment tool, and the Climate Action Plan. These items are presented for discussion rather than formal approval.

• Slogan – discussion
• Engagement Plan – survey update
• Amending Terms of Reference – discussion
• Green Municipal Fund Self‑assessment Tool – discussion
• Climate Action Plan – discussion

The Peachland Climate Action Task Force approved the slogan 'Protecting our community together' and selected an aerial photo by G. Karish for a poster. It also decided not to add non-residents as members, discussed survey results (252 respondents), and assigned research on grant tools. The meeting was procedural and administrative in nature.

• Adopted slogan 'Protecting our community together' (carried)
• Selected G. Karish's aerial photo for poster use (carried)
• Determined non-residents are not required as Task Force members
• Approved agenda with amendments (carried)
• Adopted November 13, 2024 minutes as presented (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The Peachland Council will discuss several decisions, including the final draft Accessibility Advisory Committee action plan, a third‑reading vote on the Z24-04 zoning amendment that creates a 3‑R residential zone, approval of an outdoor pickleball expansion, and amendments to the Council Remuneration Policy (PRO‑070). The meeting also includes informational presentations from WildSafeBC and reports from the Climate Action Task Force. All items marked "Request for Decision" are slated for council votes.

• Z24-04 zoning amendment bylaw – third reading for 3‑R residential rezoning
• Outdoor Pickleball Expansion – request for decision
• Council Remuneration Policy (PRO‑070) amendments – request for decision
• Peachland Accessibility Advisory Committee – final draft action plan – request for decision
• WildSafeBC annual presentation – information only

Peachland Council gave third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2429 for 5971 Princess Street and 5968 Highway 97, subject to provincial approval and covenants for off-site improvements. Council also approved the District's Accessibility Action Plan, directed staff to seek proposals for up to four pickleball courts within a $200,000 budget, and adopted an amended Council Remuneration Policy. Councillor Thom was appointed Deputy Mayor until December 31, 2025.

• Gave third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2429 (5-3, opposed: Ingram, Condon, Brophy)
• Approved the District of Peachland Accessibility Action Plan as presented
• Directed staff to post an RFP for up to 4 pickleball courts at Lambly Park or other location within $200,000 budget
• Requested the Pickleball Association present a fundraising plan for costs exceeding $200,000
• Adopted Policy PRO-070 Council Remuneration Policy as amended (opposed: Condon)
• Appointed Councillor Thom as Deputy Mayor until December 31, 2025
• Accepted RCMP Annual Report and WildSafeBC presentation for information
• Received Peachland Childcare Centre Project Update for information

Special Council Meeting

The District of Peachland will hold a special council meeting on November 26, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes confirmation of the meeting order, presentations, bylaws, unfinished business, and administration items. A portion of the meeting will be held in camera to discuss labour relations and the acquisition of land.

• Confirming the agenda for the Special Council Meeting
• Holding a portion of the meeting in camera (Section 90(1)(c) and (e))
• Presentations and delegations
• Planning and non-planning related bylaws
• Items from administration

The November 26, 2024 special council meeting was largely procedural. Council approved the agenda, then moved in camera to discuss labour relations and land acquisition/disposition matters under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c) and (e). No substantive decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned after returning to open session.

• Approved the special council meeting agenda as presented (SC-24/11/26-001)
• Moved in camera to discuss labour relations and land matters (SC-24/11/26-002)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:02 PM (SC-24/11/26-003)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force will meet on Nov 13, 2024 at Council Chambers, 4450 6th Street, Peachland. The agenda includes discussion of an updated Engagement Plan, a new slogan, the Climate Action Plan, and a proposal related to the Green Municipal Fund’s Climate‑Ready Plans & Processes. No decisions are listed; items are marked for discussion.

• Engagement Plan – discussion
• Slogan – discussion
• Climate Action Plan – discussion
• Green Municipal Fund – Climate‑Ready Plans & Processes – discussion

The Peachland Climate Action Task Force discussed strategies to promote a community survey, including outreach to local groups and events. They reviewed a proposal from a UBCO PhD candidate for climate adaptation planning, which could cover 80% of costs via Federation of Canadian Municipalities funding, pending Council approval. The group also agreed to continue refining the Climate Action Plan draft and to finalize a campaign slogan via email.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• October 23 minutes adopted with amendment (Carried)
• Discussed survey engagement plan and outreach targets
• Slogan selection deferred to email discussion
• Reviewed UBCO PhD candidate proposal for climate planning support
• Councillor Ingram to contact Mr. Pashanejad for further discussion

Special Council Meeting

The Peachland Special Council will meet to consider several procedural items, including presentations, bylaws and unfinished business. The council may also hold a closed‑session discussion on potential litigation or solicitor‑client privileged advice. No specific contracts, rezoning proposals, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Review of planning‑related bylaws
• Consideration of other (non‑planning) bylaws
• Discussion of unfinished business
• Presentation of items from administration
• Closed‑session discussion of potential litigation

The November 12, 2024 special council meeting was called to order and the agenda was approved. Council then moved in camera to discuss litigation and solicitor-client privileged matters, returning to open session at 5:50 PM and adjourning immediately. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved the November 12, 2024 special meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Moved in camera to discuss litigation and solicitor-client privileged matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:50 PM (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will review two planning‑related bylaws: Z24-04, a zoning amendment for a 1+2+3 R designation, and an Official Community Plan and zoning bylaw amendment for 4758 Princeton Avenue. A notice of motion response on RM4 zoning and the Lower Princeton neighbourhood will also be considered. The agenda includes a grant application for Indigenous cultural safety and humility training and a presentation from the Peachland Climate Action Task Force. Council will adopt minutes from prior meetings.

• Z24-04 – Zoning Amendment Bylaw (1+2+3 R) – Council Report
• Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendment for 4758 Princeton Avenue (Lot 1, DL 1183, Plan 15487)
• Notice of Motion Response – RM4 Zoning and Lower Princeton Neighbourhood
• Community Emergency Preparedness Fund Indigenous Cultural Safety and Cultural Humility Training 2024 Grant Application
• Peachland Climate Action Task Force – minutes for information

Council directed administration to defer new RM4 zoning applications in the Lower Princeton area until the 2025 OCP and zoning bylaw reviews. The meeting also included the advancement of two separate rezoning applications and approval for a regional emergency preparedness grant.

• Approved first and second readings for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2429 (5971 Princess St and 5968 Hwy 97)
• Approved third reading for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2424 (4758 Princeton Ave)
• Approved third reading for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2423 (4758 Princeton Ave) (Opposed: Councillor Ingram)
• Directed staff to defer new RM4 zoning applications in Lower Princeton pending 2025 reviews
• Approved RDCO application for 2024 Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant for Indigenous training
• Adopted October 22, 2024 Special and Regular Council Meeting minutes

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Peachland Accessibility Advisory Committee will confirm the agenda and adopt the September 19, 2024 minutes. The main discussion item is the Draft Accessibility Plan, where members will review feedback and decide whether to confirm or amend the plan’s action items. No other business is listed.

• Review feedback on Draft Accessibility Plan and determine any amendments
• Adopt September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Confirm meeting agenda

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Action Task Force is meeting to discuss an engagement plan, a slogan, and the Climate Action Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation by Sue Big Oil.

• Presentation by Sue Big Oil
• Discussion of Engagement Plan
• Discussion of Slogan
• Discussion of Climate Action Plan
• Adoption of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes

The Task Force accepted a presentation from West Coast Environmental Law regarding the Sue Big Oil campaign. Members will review the campaign's website before revisiting the item. The group also worked on finalizing a survey for their engagement plan.

• Approved October 23, 2024 meeting agenda (CARRIED)
• Adopted October 9, 2024 meeting minutes with amendment to remove land acknowledgement reference (CARRIED)
• Accepted Sue Big Oil presentation for information (CARRIED)
• Deferred discussion on slogan to next meeting
• Deferred discussion on Climate Action Plan to next meeting

Special Council Meeting

The District of Peachland will hold a special council meeting on October 22, 2024, to discuss planning bylaws, unfinished business, and items from administration. The session will include a closed-door discussion regarding labour relations and land acquisition.

• Discussion of planning-related bylaws
• Unfinished business review
• Items from administration
• In-camera session on labour relations
• In-camera session on land acquisition

The special council meeting on October 22, 2024, was largely procedural. Council approved the agenda and then moved into a closed (in camera) session to discuss labour relations, land matters, and preliminary service negotiations. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after returning to open session.

• Approved meeting agenda (carried)
• Moved in camera to discuss labour, land, and service negotiations (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Peachland Committee of the Whole will meet on October 22, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, agenda confirmation, minutes confirmation, presentations, and in‑camera. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of a Strategic Planning Workshop (item 5.1). No decisions, contracts, or financial matters are listed.

• Strategic Planning Workshop discussion (item 5.1)

The Committee of the Whole approved its agenda and adopted previous minutes. The main action was moving into a closed session to discuss land acquisition, privileged legal advice, and preliminary service negotiations under the Community Charter. No public decisions or substantive policy changes were recorded in the open portion of the meeting.

• Agenda approved with addition of in-camera items (Carried)
• September 10, 2024 minutes adopted (Carried)
• Moved in camera to discuss land, legal advice, and service negotiations (Carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The District of Peachland Council will meet to decide on zoning modifications for the Lower Princeton neighbourhood and the adoption of a permissive tax exemption bylaw. The body will also determine the 2025 meeting schedule and the allocation of childcare grant funds.

• Modify RM4 Zoning for the Lower Princeton Neighbourhood
• Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 2428, 2024
• Allocation of Grant Funds for Childcare Grant
• 2025 Council Meeting Schedule
• UBCO Watershed Ecosystems Project presentation

During the October 22, 2024 meeting, Peachland Council amended the 2024 budget to add $12,256,665 for the Childcare Centre project funded by grant money. Council also amended the 2024 budget for $1,176,636 for the Westside Trail project, adopted the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 2428, 2024, and approved the 2025 Council meeting schedule. A motion regarding RM4 zoning parameters for the Lower Princeton neighbourhood was deferred to the November 12, 2024 meeting pending legal advice.

• Amended 2024 budget by $1,176,636 for Westside Trail project expenditures and grant funding
• Approved applying for a Phase 2 top-up grant up to $500,000 for the Westside Trail Project
• Adopted 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw Number 2428, 2024
• Approved 2025 Regular Council Meeting Schedule
• Amended 2024 budget to include $12,256,665 for Childcare BC New Spaces grant funding and Childcare Centre project expenditures
• Deferred consideration of RM4 zoning amendments for the Lower Princeton neighbourhood pending legal advice (5-3)
• Authorized Mayor Van Minsel and Councillor Thom to sign the Okanagan Similkameen Collaborative Leadership Table Memorandum of Agreement

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force discussed a draft community survey and potential slogans for climate action. The body also reviewed a proposal regarding a potential class action lawsuit against oil companies.

• Discussion of a potential class action lawsuit against major oil companies via Spectrum Law Group
• Review and refinement of the draft PCATF Survey 2024-10-03
• Discussion of climate action slogan ideas
• Deferral of the Climate Action Plan to the next meeting

The Peachland Climate Action Task Force approved its agenda and adopted prior minutes. It discussed a potential class action lawsuit against major oil companies and arranged for a meeting with Andrew Gage. The draft survey was refined, with further discussion on prizes and slogan to continue online. The Climate Action Plan was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved agenda with addition of Sue Big Oil update (carried)
• Adopted September 25, 2024 minutes (carried)
• Directed C. Thompson to arrange meeting with Andrew Gage on Sue Big Oil
• Deferred Climate Action Plan to next meeting

Public Hearing

The District of Peachland will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. Staff will present a public hearing report and related documents for 4758 Princeton Ave, including a zoning amendment (Bylaw 2423) and an OCP amendment (Bylaw 2424). The applicant and members of the public will be given an opportunity to speak before the hearing is closed.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2423 for 4758 Princeton Ave
• OCP Amendment Bylaw 2424 for 4758 Princeton Ave
• Public Hearing Report for 4758 Princeton Ave (Report_4758 Princeton Ave_Z23-04)
• Applicant's Proposal Description for 4758 Princeton Ave
• Subject Property Map for 4758 Princeton Ave

Regular Council Meeting

The Peachland District Council will hold its regular meeting on Oct 8, 2024. Council will receive reports from the Climate Action Task Force and the Accessibility Committee, review planning and other bylaws, and consider a notice of motion to modify the RM4 zoning by adding neighbourhood‑specific parameters for the Lower Princeton neighbourhood.

• Notice of Motion – Modify the RM4 Zoning Adding Neighbourhood Specific Parameters for the Lower Princeton neighbourhood

The Peachland Council meeting on October 8, 2024, was largely procedural, with no substantive decisions made. Council approved the agenda, adopted the previous meeting's minutes, and accepted committee reports and correspondence for information. A notice of motion was given by Councillor Ingram to amend RM4 zoning with neighbourhood-specific parameters for the Lower Princeton neighbourhood, to be considered at the October 22 meeting.

• Approved October 8, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Adopted September 24, 2024 minutes (carried)
• Accepted committee reports for information (carried)
• Accepted RDCO board report and minister's letter for information (carried)
• Notice of motion given to modify RM4 zoning for Lower Princeton (to be considered Oct 22)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force will meet on September 25, 2024 at Council Chambers, 4450 6th Street. The meeting includes approval of the September 11, 2024 task force minutes, discussion of a draft community survey and slogan ideas, and review of draft sections of the Climate Action Plan. No new business items are listed.

• Approve September 11, 2024 PCSR Task Force meeting minutes
• Discuss draft PCATF Survey (Engagement Plan)
• Discuss PCAT slogan ideas
• Review and discuss draft Climate Action Plan sections

The task force approved the agenda and adopted the September 11 minutes. Council agreed to rename the group the Climate Action Task Force. Members spent the meeting refining a draft survey and deferred the Climate Action Plan to the next meeting. No substantive decisions were made beyond procedural approvals.

• Approved September 25, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Adopted September 11, 2024 minutes (carried)
• Task force renamed to Climate Action Task Force (noted from council)
• Deferred Climate Action Plan to next meeting

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider several bylaw actions. Items include adopting a zoning amendment for 6137 and 6147 Lipsett Avenue, deciding on a request to extend the adoption deadline for Amendment Bylaw No. 2333, and conducting first, second, and third readings of the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2428. The council will also decide on an asset management planning grant application. Additional reports and presentations are scheduled for information.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2401 – adoption of 6137 and 6147 Lipsett Avenue
• Request for Extension to Adoption Deadline Amendment Bylaw No. 2333 – decision required
• 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2428 – first, second, and third readings
• Asset Management Planning Grant Application – decision required
• Peachland Climate Sustainability & Resiliency Task Force – minutes for information

Council adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2401, rezoning 6137 and 6147 Lipsett Avenue from RR1 (Rural Residential) to RM4 (Multi-Unit Residential – Medium Density), with Councillor Condon opposed. Council also granted a three-month extension for the adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2333, which would rezone 4607 Princeton Avenue to RM4. Additionally, Council gave first, second, and third reading to the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2428, and supported a grant application for an asset management plan update.

• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2401, rezoning 6137 & 6147 Lipsett Avenue to RM4 (opposed: Condon)
• Granted 3-month extension for adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2333 (4607 Princeton Avenue rezoning)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2428
• Supported application for UBCM matching grant up to $25,000 for Asset Management Plan Update
• Renamed Climate Sustainability & Resiliency Task Force to Climate Action Task Force
• Accepted July 10, August 7, and August 28, 2024 PCSR Task Force minutes for information
• Approved agenda and minutes of September 10, 2024 meetings

DRIS Task Force Meeting

The District of Peachland Downtown Revitalization & Implementation Strategy Task Force will meet on Monday, September 23, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers – 4450 6th Street, Peachland. The agenda includes confirming the agenda, approving the February 26, 2024 meeting minutes, and a presentation of the Draft Downtown Strategy for discussion. No decisions or votes are indicated for the draft strategy at this meeting.

• Presentation of Draft Downtown Strategy (for discussion)
• Approval of February 26, 2024 DRIS Task Force meeting minutes
• Confirmation of agenda
• Confirmation of minutes
• Unfinished business (no details provided)

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will conduct its routine procedural items, then move to new business. Members will review community feedback on accessibility issues and consider the draft Accessibility Plan. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Review of community feedback
• Discussion of draft Accessibility Plan
• Presentations (unspecified)
• Unfinished business (unspecified)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force will hear two presentations—one on a disaster risk assessment and another from the City of Armstrong planning manager. The board will then discuss draft sections of the Climate Action Plan, a proposed slogan, and the PCRSTF Community Engagement Plan.

• Presentation: Disaster Risk Assessment by Sahar Safaie, Sage on Earth Consulting
• Presentation: Laurie Cordell, Manager of Planning, City of Armstrong
• Discussion of draft Climate Action Plan sections
• Discussion of proposed slogan
• Discussion of PCRSTF Community Engagement Plan (PDF dated 2024-03-19)

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force accepted two informational presentations: a disaster risk assessment by Sahar Safaie and a climate action plan overview by Laurie Cordell. No formal decisions were made beyond accepting the presentations and adopting the agenda and previous minutes. The engagement survey discussion was deferred to a later meeting.

• Adopted September 11, 2024 agenda with amended order (carried)
• Adopted August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (carried)
• Accepted disaster risk assessment presentation for information (carried)
• Accepted climate action plan presentation for information (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Peachland Special Council will review planning‑related and other bylaws, consider any unfinished business, and hear items from administration. After the public session, council will meet in‑camera to discuss preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service under Community Charter s.90(1)(k). No specific contracts, dollar amounts, or project names are listed.

• Review of planning‑related bylaws
• Review of other (non‑planning) bylaws
• Consideration of unfinished business
• Discussion of items from administration
• In‑camera discussion of preliminary municipal service negotiations (Community Charter s.90(1)(k))

The September 10, 2024 Special Council Meeting was largely procedural. Council approved the agenda and then moved into a closed (in camera) session to discuss preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service, citing Community Charter s.90(1)(k). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the September 10, 2024 Special Council Meeting agenda (carried)
• Held in camera meeting to discuss municipal service negotiations under Community Charter s.90(1)(k) (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider several items, including the adoption of the Ponderosa (CD7) zoning amendment and an extension request. It will also conduct first, second, and third readings of the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2428. Additional informational items include a BC Hydro EV charger update, a Housing Accelerator Fund briefing, and a draft memorandum of understanding with the Okanagan Climate Leadership Initiative.

• Adoption of Ponderosa (CD7) Zoning Amendment (and Extension Request)
• First, second, and third readings of 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2428
• Information on BC Hydro electric‑vehicle chargers
• Briefing on the 2024 Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF)
• Discussion of CLI Okanagan draft memorandum of understanding

Council approved extensions for the Ponderosa Neighbourhood phasing strategy, requiring the golf course to be completed by November 1, 2025, and operational by November 1, 2026, and the Road B connection by November 1, 2025. It also adopted the related OCP and zoning amendment bylaws. Additionally, Council supported the Housing Accelerator Fund action plan and authorized the CAO to sign related agreements, and approved the 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement.

• Approved Ponderosa phasing extensions and adopted OCP Bylaw 2391 and Zoning Bylaw 2392 (carried)
• Supported Housing Accelerator Fund action plan and authorized CAO to sign agreements (carried)
• Approved 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement signing (carried)
• Accepted RDCO Curbside Food Waste Collection Update for information (carried)
• Received BC Hydro EV Charger installation report for information (carried)
• Directed Mayor and Deputy Mayor to continue CLI Okanagan MOU negotiations (carried)
• Adopted minutes from August 27 and 29 special and regular meetings (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Peachland Committee of the Whole will meet on September 10, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 4450 6th Street. After routine items, the committee will discuss the preparation for the upcoming UBCM Convention. No decisions are listed; the item is marked for discussion only.

• UBCM Convention preparation – discussion item

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the upcoming 2024 UBCM Convention sessions and Minister meetings, and made decisions on which attendees would participate in each. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Approved the September 10, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Decided attendees for each UBCM Convention session and Minister meeting

Special Council Meeting

The District of Peachland is holding a special council meeting to discuss the adoption of a specific housing agreement. The primary focus of the meeting is the adoption of Bylaw No. 2427.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2427 - PSSS II Housing Agreement

The Peachland District Council held a special meeting on August 29, 2024, and adopted Bylaw No. 2427, the PSSS Phase II Housing Agreement. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural aside from this adoption.

• Adopted Bylaw No. 2427 PSSS Phase II Housing Agreement (carried)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The agenda for the Peachland Climate Action Task Force meeting on 2024-08-28 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without any specific proposals, contracts, or decisions. No details on discussions or actions are provided in the document.

Special Council Meeting

The council is meeting to discuss matters in camera regarding litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for decision.

• In Camera discussion regarding litigation or potential litigation under Community Charter s.90(1)(g)

The August 27, 2024 special council meeting was called to order, the agenda was approved, and council moved in camera to discuss litigation or potential litigation under the Community Charter. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 5:36 PM.

• Approved the August 27, 2024 special council meeting agenda (carried)
• Moved in camera to discuss litigation or potential litigation (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The Peachland Council will approve minutes from previous meetings, receive presentations and committee reports, and consider several planning bylaws. Key items include first and second readings for 4758 Princeton Avenue and the zoning adoption for PSSS Phase 2. The council will also decide on a development permit with variances for PSSS Phase 2, a lease and housing agreement for the same phase, a multi‑use pathway extension, and other community matters such as a photo contest and a citizens survey.

• 4758 Princeton Avenue – First and Second Readings, File Z23-04 (zoning amendment)
• PSSS Phase 2 – Zoning Adoption, File Z22-02
• PSSS Phase 2 – Development Permit with Variances, File DP22-08(FC)
• PSSS II Lease and Housing Agreement
• Interim Multi‑Use Pathway Extension from 13th Street to Todd Road

Council approved a 60-year lease and housing agreement with BC Housing and the Peachland Seniors Support Society for a second-phase affordable housing project prioritizing local seniors, and gave three readings to the associated Housing Agreement Bylaw. Council also authorized a development permit for a 73-unit residential building with variances, and redirected $100,000 from a pathway project to the Trail of the Okanagan.

• Approved 60-year lease and housing agreement with BC Housing and PSSS for seniors housing (carried)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Bylaw #2427 PSSS Phase II Housing Agreement (carried)
• Authorized development permit DP22-08 for 73-unit building at 4426-4450 5th Street with variances (carried)
• Approved amendments to development permit DP17-03 for parking and storage changes (carried)
• Adopted OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2371 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2372 for PSSS Phase 2 (carried)
• Gave first and second readings to OCP and zoning amendments for 4758 Princeton Avenue (carried, opposed: Ingram)
• Redirected $100,000 from Multi-Use Pathway Extension to Trail of the Okanagan (carried)
• Approved 20-year Crown land license for Cousins Road Reservoir (carried)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force will meet on August 7, 2024 to review the Climate Action Plan outline and to consider a communication strategy, including alternative branding names and examples from other municipalities. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are for discussion.

• Unfinished Business – Climate Action Plan Outline
• New Business – Communication Strategy: alternative name ideas for branding
• New Business – Communication Strategy: review other municipalities' branding

Special Council Meeting

The District of Peachland will hold a special council meeting on July 16, 2024, to discuss agenda items and potentially move in camera to negotiate preliminary municipal services.

• Special Council Meeting scheduled for July 16, 2024
• Council Chambers located at 4450 6th Street
• Potential in-camera discussion on preliminary service negotiations
• Agenda includes presentations, bylaws, and unfinished business

Peachland Council held a short special meeting on July 16, 2024, approving its agenda and then moving in camera to discuss a proposed municipal service under Community Charter s. 90(1)(k). Council was in camera from 8:31AM to 9:19AM, after which the meeting adjourned. No bylaws, presentations, delegations, unfinished business, or administration items were on the agenda, and no substantive decisions were made in public session.

• Approved the July 16, 2024 Special Council Meeting agenda as presented (carried)
• Moved in camera at 8:31AM under Community Charter s. 90(1)(k) to discuss a proposed municipal service (carried)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 9:19AM

Regular Council Meeting

At the regular council meeting on July 16, 2024, Peachland Council will review a planning‑related bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 2401, File Z23‑03) that proposes zoning changes for 6137 and 6147 Lipsett Avenue. The agenda also includes a development permit with variances for 5481 Clements Crescent, an update on the Classic Car Show from the Chamber of Commerce, and several informational reports. Items will be discussed and, where appropriate, voted on.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2401 – 6137 and 6147 Lipsett Avenue (File Z23‑03)
• Development Permit with Variances – 5481 Clements Crescent
• Chamber of Commerce – Classic Car Show update
• PCSR Meeting Minutes – May 22, 2024 (for information)
• RDCO Board Report – June 27 (for information)

Council authorized a development permit for a six-storey, 98-unit residential building with several zoning and servicing variances. Council also gave third reading to a zoning amendment for properties on Lipsett Avenue.

• Approved Form and Character Development Permit for 98-unit building at 5481 Clements Crescent
• Approved height variance at 5481 Clements Crescent from 16.8m to 21.6m
• Approved parking and EV charging variances at 5481 Clements Crescent (developer to provide EV chargers for up to 10% of units)
• Approved temporary cul-de-sac and sidewalk width variances at 5481 Clements Crescent
• Gave third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2401 for 6137 and 6147 Lipsett Avenue
• Adopted June 25, 2024 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
• Accepted May 22, 2024 PCSR Meeting Minutes for information
• Accepted June 27, 2024 RDCO Board Report for information

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force is reviewing unfinished business items. The meeting includes a review of draft one-page outlines for the Climate Action Plan and a discussion regarding communication strategy and branding ideas.

• Review of draft one-page Climate Action Plan outlines
• Discussion of alternative name ideas for branding purposes
• Review of other municipalities' branding
• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

The provided text for the July 9, 2024, meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No council decisions or discussion topics are recorded.

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force will discuss the current status and next steps for the Climate Action Plan outline. The meeting also includes a debrief on recent Open House feedback and discussions regarding new communication strategies.

• Review of Climate Action Plan outline status and next steps
• Debrief of Open House feedback and key learnings
• Discussion on communication strategy, including mailing lists and website updates
• Planning for summer meeting and task force schedules

The Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force met on June 26, 2024 and approved its agenda and the May 22, 2024 minutes. It discussed extending the timeline for developing a Climate Action Plan, planning to work through the summer and bring fresh ideas in the fall, using Vernon's model as a base template. The task force also debriefed a recent Open House (about 35 attendees) and discussed communication strategy, with next meetings set for July 10 and August 7 (tentative). No formal decisions beyond agenda and minutes approval were recorded.

• Accepted the June 26, 2024 meeting agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted the May 22, 2024 task force meeting minutes as presented (carried)
• Extended the timeline for developing the Climate Action Plan, requiring a schedule update
• Agreed to use Vernon's model as a base template and a 'divide and conquer' strategy
• Set next meetings for July 10 and August 7 (tentative)

Regular Council Meeting

The District of Peachland will consider the adoption of provincial small-scale, multi-unit housing legislation and several zoning amendment bylaws. The agenda also includes a review of the 2024 Community Resiliency Investment Program funding application and the draft 2023 Annual Report. A motion was introduced to allow both garden suites and secondary suites on the same property.

• Adoption of Small-scale, Multi-unit Housing (SSMUH) legislation
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw Z23-03
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw Z23-01
• 2024 Community Resiliency Investment Program funding application
• Motion regarding garden suites and secondary suites

Regular Council Meeting

The District of Peachland is reviewing Bylaw No. 2422 regarding provincial small-scale multi-unit housing legislation. Council will also consider a motion to allow both garden suites and secondary suites on the same property. The agenda includes an item regarding the Fire Chief appointment.

• Bylaw No. 2422: Small Scale Multi Unit Housing Zoning Amendment
• Motion for garden suites and secondary suites on one property
• Fire Chief appointment
• Climate and Sustainability Resiliency Task Force report

Council gave first, second and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2422, 2024, which responds to provincial housing legislation (Bill 44) on small-scale multi-unit housing. An earlier version of the bylaw with a 5-metre front yard setback for R1 zones was defeated, and a version with a 6-metre front yard setback for R1 and RM2 zones carried. Council also appointed Ian Cummings as Fire Chief, extended the Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force mandate to June 2025, and deferred proposed garden suite and secondary suite bylaw amendments to June 25.

• Gave first, second and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2422, 2024 (small-scale multi-unit housing) with 6-metre front yard setback for R1 and RM2 zones (carried)
• Defeated earlier version of Bylaw No. 2422 with 5-metre front yard setback for R1 zones (opposed: Councillors Glasman, Condon, Brophy, Collins and Ingram)
• Appointed Mr. Ian Cummings as Fire Chief for the District of Peachland (carried)
• Extended the Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force mandate from end of December 2024 to end of June 2025 (carried)
• Deferred proposed bylaw amendments allowing both garden suites and secondary suites on the same property to the June 25 Regular Council Meeting (carried)
• Approved the June 11, 2024 Regular Council Meeting agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved the May 21, 2024 Regular Council Meeting minutes as presented (carried)
• Accepted the RDCO Board Report - May 23, 2024 for information (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and workshop proposed zoning amendments for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH). The agenda includes confirmation of previous meeting minutes and a presentation on the SSMUH zoning changes. No decisions are recorded; this is a discussion and workshop session.

• Workshop on Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) Zoning Amendments
• Review of tracked changes to SSMUH zoning regulations
• Confirmation of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The meeting will include adoption of previous minutes, discussion on community engagement, and planning for the committee's booth at the June 12 Our Peachland Open House & BBQ. No new business items are listed.

• Adoption of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on community engagement homework
• Discussion on booth for June 12, 2024 Our Peachland Open House & BBQ

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force is meeting to discuss the Climate Action Plan and an upcoming open house on June 12. They will also receive an update on a CEPF grant application. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of the Climate Action Plan
• Update on CEPF Grant Application
• Discussion of Open House on June 12
• Approval of April 24 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

Peachland Council will discuss renewing a ladder truck agreement, receive a 2024 strategic plan update, and consider a resolution for Councillor Thom to apply as a UBCM Director. A notice of motion on garden suites and secondary suites is also on the agenda.

• Ladder Truck Agreement Renewal
• 2024 Strategic Plan Update
• Notice of Motion - Garden Suites and Secondary Suites
• UBCM Minister's Meetings request for decision
• Letter re: Peachland Sewer Infrastructure Deficit

Council approved a five-year renewal of the West Kelowna Ladder Truck Agreement. The body also requested meetings with eight provincial ministers at the 2024 UBCM Conference to discuss infrastructure, funding, and local projects.

• Renewed West Kelowna Ladder Truck Agreement for a five-year term
• Requested meetings with eight Provincial Ministers at the 2024 UBCM Conference
• Supported Councillor Keith Thom's candidacy for UBCM Director
• Accepted the May 2024 Council Strategic Plan Update for information
• Accepted the PCSR Task Force update
• Received letter to Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding sewer infrastructure deficit

Regular Council Meeting

Peachland Council will consider adopting three bylaws: the 2024 Financial Plan Bylaw, the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw, and a Council Code of Conduct Bylaw. They will also receive an update on provincial housing legislation (SSMUH and Bill 44) and vote on the 2023 audited financial statements. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and reports from task forces and committees.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2418, 2024 - Council Code of Conduct Bylaw
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2420, 2024 - Financial Plan Bylaw
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2421, 2024 - Tax Rates Bylaw
• Provincial Housing Legislation Update on Small-scale, Multi-unit Housing (SSMUH) and Bill 44
• Approval of 2023 Audited Financial Statements

Council approved the 2024 Financial Plan and Tax Rates bylaws. The body also adopted a new Council Code of Conduct and approved the audited financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2023.

• Adopted Bylaw No. 2418, 2024 Council Code of Conduct Bylaw (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2420, 2024 Financial Plan Bylaw (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2421, 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw (Carried)
• Approved December 31, 2023 Audited Financial Statements (Carried)
• Accepted reports from DRIS, PCSR, and Accessibility Advisory committees for information (Carried)
• Received Provincial Housing Legislation Update on Bill 44 for information (Carried)

Special Council Meeting

The District of Peachland Special Council Meeting will consider two bylaws: the 2024 Financial Plan Bylaw (No. 2420) and the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw (No. 2421). These items set the municipality's spending plan and property tax rates for the year. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda confirmation, and adjournment.

• Bylaw No. 2420, 2024 – Financial Plan Bylaw
• Bylaw No. 2421, 2024 – Tax Rates Bylaw
• 2024 Budget Tax Comparison for Average Households

Council passed the 2024 Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw. As part of the financial planning, specific budget reductions were approved for street sweeping and the General Reserve.

• Approved $4,375 reduction to street sweeping budget (Carried)
• Approved $25,000 reduction to General Reserve contribution (Carried)
• Passed first, second, and third reading of Bylaw No. 2420, 2024 Financial Plan Bylaw (Carried)
• Passed first, second, and third reading of Bylaw No. 2421, 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw (Carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Peachland Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a delegation from Dr. Mike Prescott of Disability Alliance BC about the Accessible Organizations Project. The committee will also review updated results from a community accessibility survey and discuss community engagement strategies.

• Delegation from Dr. Mike Prescott, Disability Alliance BC, on the Accessible Organizations Project
• Updated results of the Accessibility Survey presented for information
• Committee discussion on community engagement homework

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force will meet to confirm minutes from April 10, 2024, and discuss draft introduction and outline documents, action plan items, task force membership, and ambassador training. The agenda also includes a reference to the Vernon Climate Action Plan.

• Adoption of April 10, 2024 PCSR Task Force Meeting Minutes
• Review of DRAFT Introduction and DRAFT Merged Outline
• Discussion of Action Plan Items
• Task Force Membership update
• Ambassador Training discussion

The Task Force assigned members to develop outlines for water, resilience, and emissions. Members discussed using Vernon's Climate Action Plan as a model for focus areas and goals. The group also noted upcoming Ambassador Training scheduled for May 8, 2024.

• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting agenda
• Adopted April 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Assigned water outline to A. Morrison
• Assigned resilience outline to M. Meisner
• Assigned emissions and CEEP work to G. Karish
• Assigned Vernon Plan comparison to S. Kerr

Special Council Meeting

This is a procedural special council meeting with no substantive public business. The only action item is a motion to move into a closed (in camera) session to discuss matters under BC's Community Charter, specifically personal information about a candidate for a municipal position, potential land transactions, and solicitor-client privileged advice.

• In camera meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(a), (e), and (i)

The Peachland Council held a special meeting with no public presentations or bylaw discussions. The only substantive action was a vote to move In Camera to discuss confidential matters regarding personnel, land transactions, and legal advice. The closed session lasted from 4:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., after which the meeting was adjourned.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Moved In Camera for personnel, land, and legal advice (Carried)
• In Camera session held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
• Meeting adjourned

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on Peachland's water supply analysis under future climate conditions and discuss resolutions from the Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA). The meeting will also include approval of the February 27, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Peachland Water Supply Analysis Among Future Climate Assessment (presentation)
• SILGA Resolutions (discussion)
• Approval of February 27, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• Meeting scheduled for 9:00–10:00 a.m. in Council Chambers, 4450 6th Street, Peachland

The Committee of the Whole approved its agenda and the February 27, 2024 minutes, then received an updated Peachland Creek Water Supply Under Future Climate Assessment report from Urban Systems as information. It also received the 2024 Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) resolutions for information, with discussion about obtaining more details at the conference and possibly proposing a UBCM resolution on watershed protection. No in camera items were held and the meeting adjourned at 10:33AM.

• Approved the April 23, 2024 Committee of the Whole agenda (carried)
• Approved the February 27, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (carried)
• Received the Peachland Creek Water Supply Under Future Climate Assessment report as information (carried)
• Received the 2024 SILGA resolutions for information (carried)
• No in camera items were held

Regular Council Meeting

The Peachland Council is meeting to approve minutes, consider a Council Code of Conduct Bylaw (No. 2418), discuss a May meeting date change, and review a draft Privacy Management Program Policy. The agenda also includes correspondence from provincial ministers and the Regional District, but no public hearings or major land-use decisions are listed.

• Bylaw No. 2418, 2024 - Council Code of Conduct Bylaw
• Privacy Management Program Policy (draft PRO-194)
• May Council Meeting Date Change Request
• Letter from Minister Ravi Kahlon to Mayor Van Minsel (April 10, 2024)
• Letter to Minister Cullen and Minister Heyman re: Invasive Mussel Defence Program (April 15, 2024)

Council gave third reading to Bylaw No. 2418, the Council Code of Conduct, after amending sections regarding private discussions and complaint assessments. They also adopted the Privacy Management Program Policy and authorized a $550 total for climate task force training. Additionally, Council changed the May meeting schedule and accepted various committee reports and correspondence.

• Approved agenda and April 9 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized $500 honorarium and $50 budget for climate training (unanimous)
• Accepted Council Committee Reports for information (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Bylaw No. 2418 with amendments (unanimous)
• Amended May 2024 meeting schedule to May 7 and May 21 (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy PRO-194 Privacy Management Program (unanimous)
• Accepted correspondence including RDCO report and ministerial letters (unanimous)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force received a presentation from Dr. Mary Stockdale on the City of Vernon's Climate Action Plan. Discussion covered community engagement, a Climate Ambassador program, and grant applications. The task force also reviewed a draft introduction and merged outline for Peachland's own climate plan, and members were asked to study the Vernon plan for further discussion at the April 24 meeting.

• Presentation on Vernon Climate Action Plan by Dr. Mary Stockdale
• Discussion of Climate Ambassador program and possible May training dates
• Review of draft introduction to Peachland Climate Resiliency and Mitigation Plan
• Discussion of merging existing draft outlines for the climate plan
• Task force asked to review Vernon plan for detailed discussion at April 24 meeting

The Task Force received a presentation on the City of Vernon's Climate Action Plan and discussed using it as a template. Members are reviewing draft introductions and merged outlines, with further discussion scheduled for April 24.

• Approved April 10, 2024 meeting agenda
• Adopted March 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

Council adopted four 2024 parcel tax bylaws covering regional transfer station fees, sewer collection, water treatment debt, and protective services building projects. Council also approved a Food Primary Liquor Licence for JAC's on the Beach with extended hours and amended the Climate Task Force membership. A playground design for Peachland Elementary was selected by students during a school visit update.

• Adopted Bylaw No. 2413 (Regional District Transfer Station Parcel Tax)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2414 (Sewer Collection Parcel Tax)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2415 (Water Treatment Plant Debt Servicing Parcel Tax)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2416 (Protective Services Building Project Parcel Tax)
• Supported Food Primary Liquor Licence for JAC's on the Beach with extended hours
• Approved Corporate Communications Policy PUB-180 and Social Media Policy PUB-185
• Amended Climate Sustainability Task Force Terms of Reference to reduce Council membership to one
• Received Peachland Elementary School visit update for information

Special Council Meeting

The District of Peachland is holding a special council meeting on April 9, 2024, to consider planning-related and other bylaws. The agenda includes standard procedural items, presentations, and an in-camera session for personal information and legal advice. No specific project names, dollar amounts, or detailed decisions are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Review of planning-related bylaws
• Review of other non-planning bylaws
• In-camera session for personal information and solicitor-client privilege

Council met for a special session and moved into an in-camera meeting to discuss personal information and solicitor-client privileged advice. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Moved into in-camera session at 3:01 p.m. to discuss personal information and legal advice

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force is meeting to discuss and review several draft documents, including a Climate Action Plan workplan, a Resilience Strategy outline, a Climate Mitigation Plan draft, and a community engagement plan. The meeting will also cover climate data and information dissemination methods. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Climate Action Plan Tentative Workplan (2024-03-16)
• Review of Resilience Strategy Outline (2024-03-19)
• Review of Climate Mitigation Plan Draft
• Review of Draft Engagement Plan (PCRSTF Community Engagement Plan 2024-03-19)
• Discussion of Information Dissemination Methods

The Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force received a revised work plan for the Climate Action Plan and a draft engagement plan for information. Members discussed the goals of the Resilience Strategy and methods for public information dissemination.

• Adopted the March 27, 2024 meeting agenda (Carried)
• Adopted the March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received the revised Climate Action Plan Development Process Work Plan for information (Carried)
• Received the Draft Engagement Plan for information (Carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The Peachland Regular Council meeting on March 26, 2024, will consider several items for decision, including a comprehensive form and character development permit for properties at 5325 Trepanier Bench Road and 5334 Huston Road. Council will also decide on applications for a Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, a boat lift request, and an Indigenous Engagement Funding report. Delegations from the Peachland Wellness Centre and Peachland Ambassadors will present, and a water supply analysis under future climate assessment will be received for information.

• DP23-03(FC) Comprehensive Form and Character Development Permit for 5325 Trepanier Bench Road and 5334 Huston Road
• Application to Community Emergency Preparedness Fund 2024
• Boat lift request under the Wharf Dock and Buoy Policy
• Indigenous Engagement Funding Report and contribution agreement
• Peachland Water Supply Analysis Under Future Climate Assessment (for information)

Council approved a development permit for a 62-unit rental housing project subject to several conditions, including a 10-year rental term. Other decisions included funding for a BC Ambassador and a dam safety grant application.

• Authorized development permit DP23-03 for multi-family rental housing at 5325 Trepanier Bench Road and 5334 Huston Road (Opposed: Condon, Ingram)
• Approved $500 donation to Ms. Bremner for 2024 BC Ambassador Program expenses
• Approved creation and installation of a sculpture in the Intergenerational Gardens at the Historic Schoolhouse
• Supported application to the Canadian Emergency Preparedness Fund for up to $150,000 for the Dam Safety Review Project
• Approved installation of two personal watercraft lifts at 5271 Buchanan Road
• Approved signing the Indigenous Engagement Requirements Funding Program Contribution Agreement
• Received Peachland Water Supply Analysis report for information

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Committee adopted the meeting agenda and the February 28, 2024 minutes. Members discussed revisions to the Resilience and Mitigation Action Plan outlines and a tentative workplan for community engagement.

• Adopted March 13, 2024 meeting agenda (Carried)
• Adopted February 28, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Special Council Meeting

Council approved the meeting agenda and moved into a closed session to discuss the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the March 12, 2024 Special Council Meeting agenda
• Moved In Camera at 5:03PM to discuss land acquisition, disposition or expropriation under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e)

Regular Council Meeting

Peachland Council will consider adopting a rezoning bylaw for 5948 Highway 97S, a revenue anticipation borrowing bylaw, and a bylaw to establish a Growing Communities Fund reserve. They will also discuss a transportation servicing plan, applications for UBCM emergency operations and development approvals programs, an interim fire chief appointment, and a budget addition for fire and life safety bylaw revision.

• Adoption of Z21-02 Rezoning Bylaw 2366, 2022 for 5948 Highway 97S
• 2024 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw
• Growing Communities Fund Reserve Establishment Bylaw 2410, 2024
• Transportation Servicing Plan discussion
• Interim Fire Chief appointment

Council adopted a rezoning bylaw for 5948 Highway 97S and established a Growing Communities Fund Reserve. The board approved several grant applications for emergency operations and development approvals, and appointed an Interim Fire Chief.

• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 2366, 2022 for 5948 Highway 97S (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2409, 2024 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2410, 2024 Growing Communities Fund Reserve Bylaw (Carried)
• Received Transportation Servicing Plan as a guide for planning (Carried)
• Approved RDCO application for UBCM Emergency Operations Centres grant (Carried)
• Endorsed grant application to UBCM Development Approvals Program for up to $150,000 (Carried)
• Appointed Wes Aigro as Interim Fire Chief (Carried)
• Approved $7,000 from taxation for Peachland Chamber of Commerce car show costs (Carried)

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force is meeting to discuss an action plan framework, a disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation fund update, and a class action update from the City of Saanich. The meeting includes confirmation of previous minutes and new business.

• Action Plan Framework discussion
• Disaster Risk Reduction - Climate Adaptation Fund Update
• City of Saanich Class Action Update

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force reviewed draft outlines for a Climate Mitigation Plan and a Resilience Strategy. Members discussed key themes for the plans, including Indigenous perspectives, scientific thinking, and community engagement. The meeting also included updates on the use of Disaster Risk Reduction funding and an ongoing class action initiative by other municipalities.

• Agenda adopted (Carried)
• Previous minutes adopted (Carried)
• Councillor Ingram agreed to speak with District Staff regarding existing initiatives and documents

Regular Council Meeting

Council authorized a Comprehensive Form and Character Development Permit with a 1.2-metre height variance for a residential multi-family development at 4596 Princeton Avenue, subject to securities, a community amenity contribution and a no-build covenant. Council also gave first three readings to several 2024 bylaws, including revenue anticipation borrowing, a Growing Communities Fund reserve, and four parcel tax bylaws, and adopted the Water Use Restrictions amendment. Budget amendments were approved for civic grants, water department items and a backup generator. In camera, council allocated $3,500 to Our Space and directed $8,500 in renovations to the Peachland Historic School House.

• Authorized DP22-17(FC) development permit with 1.2m height variance at 4596 Princeton Avenue, subject to securities and covenant (CARRIED)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2397, 2023 - Water Use Restrictions Amendment Bylaw (CARRIED)
• Granted Director of Operations authority to initiate Stage 2 watering restrictions (CARRIED)
• Gave first, second and third reading to Bylaw No. 2409, 2024 - Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw (CARRIED)
• Gave first, second and third reading to Bylaw No. 2410, 2024 - Growing Communities Fund Reserve Bylaw (CARRIED)
• Gave first, second and third readings to parcel tax bylaws 2413, 2414, 2415 and 2416, 2024 (CARRIED)
• Approved 2024 budget amendments: up to $5,875 civic grants; water department additions including Bonnie Lane PRV increase to $625,000; $145,000 Law Street Reservoir generator upgrade (CARRIED)
• In camera: allocated $3,500 to Our Space and directed $8,500 for Peachland Historic School House renovations (CARRIED)

Committee of the Whole

The Peachland Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss an interim multi-use pathway extension on Beach Avenue from 13th Street to Todd Road, an overview of the Lower Princeton Area Sector Plan, and an OCP workshop. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from three previous meetings.

• Interim Multi-Use Pathway Extension - Beach Avenue 13th Street to Todd Road Workshop
• Overview of the Lower Princeton Area Sector Plan
• OCP Workshop
• Adoption of May 16, 2023 Committee of the Whole Minutes
• Adoption of September 12, 2023 Committee of the Whole Minutes

The Committee of the Whole received two reports for information: an interim multi-use pathway extension on Beach Avenue from 13th Street to Todd Road, and an overview of the Lower Princeton Area Sector Plan. Council discussed parking and safety options for Beach Avenue and heard resident concerns about development in Lower Princeton, but made no decisions on either item. Council also held an OCP workshop and directed that its comments be taken under advisement; no bylaws or funding were approved.

• Approved the February 27, 2024 Committee of the Whole agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted the May 16, 2023, September 12, 2023, and December 5, 2023 Committee of the Whole minutes as presented (carried)
• Received the 'Interim Multi-Use Pathway Extension' report for information (carried)
• Received the 'Overview of the Lower Princeton Area Sector Plan' report for information (carried)
• No decision made on Beach Avenue pathway configuration; Council requested more time and public consultation on parking impacts
• No decision made on Lower Princeton Area Sector Plan; Council comments to be taken under advisement during the OCP update
• No decision made on Beach Avenue Neighbourhood OCP designation; public input to be sought at a June Open House

DRIS Task Force Meeting

The Downtown Revitalization & Implementation Strategy Task Force is meeting to discuss design principles and concept ideas for the downtown area. Items include a recap of input from the previous meeting, vision statement, precedent imagery, and design principles. The meeting is a discussion session with no binding decisions scheduled.

• Recap of input from previous meeting (Feb 12, 2024)
• Discussion of vision statement and precedent imagery
• Review of design principles for pedestrian interface, public realm, and built form
• Discussion of concept ideas and next steps

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Peachland Accessibility Advisory Committee will review results from the Accessibility Survey and discuss next steps for completing the Accessibility Plan. The committee will also consider additional community engagement opportunities and set its 2024 meeting schedule.

• Review of Accessibility Survey Data_Redacted.pdf
• Discussion on next steps for the Accessibility Plan
• Discussion on additional community engagement opportunities
• Setting 2024 meeting dates and times
• Adoption of October 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force is meeting to discuss an action plan framework and a disaster risk reduction climate adaptation fund. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion of Action Plan Framework Research
• Discussion of Disaster Risk Reduction - Climate Adaptation Fund
• Adoption of February 1, 2024 meeting minutes

The Task Force reviewed research on regional action plans and discussed forming sub-committees for mitigation and resiliency planning. Members agreed to investigate grant eligibility for the Climate Adaptation Fund and a potential class action lawsuit against the oil and gas industry.

• Approved February 14, 2024 meeting agenda
• Adopted February 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Agreed to meet with Fire Chief and Deputy Chief to clarify Climate Adaptation Fund eligibility
• Assigned C. Thompson to investigate a potential class action lawsuit against the oil and gas industry

Regular Council Meeting

The District of Peachland Regular Council Meeting on February 13, 2024, will consider several items. Council will hear a delegation request to approve a large N'ha-a-itk/Ogopogo carving on District property. They will also hold first and second readings of an OCP mapping amendment bylaw, discuss a budget request for communications, and review a report on short-term rentals.

• Delegation from Mr. Lee Etherington requesting approval in principle for PeachiTiki to create and fund a large N'ha-a-itk/Ogopogo carving for placement on District property Downtown
• First and second readings of OCP Mapping Amendment Bylaw 2408
• Budget request for communications
• Report on short-term rentals
• In-camera session under Community Charter s. 90(1)(i) for advice subject to solicitor-client privilege

Council gave first and second readings to Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2408, directing staff to schedule a public hearing. They amended the 2024 budget to add $16,500 in advertising funds from taxation and modified the Climate Task Force terms to allow grant applications. A motion regarding short-term rentals was postponed until Fall to gather more information.

• Approved agenda amendments adding Climate Task Force item
• Adopted minutes from four previous meetings
• Directed administration to review Public Art Policy for Ogopogo carving proposal
• Modified Climate Task Force Terms of Reference to allow grant applications
• Gave first and second readings to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2408
• Amended 2024 Budget to add $16,500 for advertising
• Postponed Short Term Rentals Notice of Motion until Fall
• Received correspondence on decriminalization, Fortis project, and Minister Lore

Special Council Meeting

Council approved the meeting agenda and voted to hold an in-camera meeting immediately following the session. The closed session was called to discuss employee relations and solicitor-client privileged advice.

• Approved February 13, 2024 Special Council Meeting agenda (Carried)
• Approved in-camera meeting to discuss labour/employee relations and solicitor-client privilege (Carried)

DRIS Task Force Meeting

The Downtown Revitalization & Implementation Strategy Task Force is meeting to continue its work on Peachland's downtown plan. They will review the land use economic analysis, including questions from a prior meeting, sensitivity testing, design costs, and parking. They will also discuss urban design visioning, including precedent imagery, a vision for downtown, design principles, and engagement tactics. The meeting is a working session with no decisions listed on the agenda.

• Land Use Economic and Retail Demand Analysis discussion
• Sensitivity testing of land use economic analysis
• Design quality, costs, and viability discussion
• Parking considerations for downtown
• Urban design visioning and engagement tactics brainstorm

The Task Force received presentations from Urban Systems regarding land use economics and urban design visioning for downtown Peachland. Members participated in imagery exercises and discussed an engagement plan. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved February 12, 2024 meeting agenda
• Adopted January 25, 2024 meeting minutes with amendment to record Councillor Condon as present

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a request for decision on 2024 Civic Grant Applications, supported by the Civic Grants Policy and a summary with criteria evaluation. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items (call to order, confirmation, etc.) and an in-camera session.

• 2024 Civic Grant Applications - request for decision
• FIN-025 - Civic Grants Policy
• Civic Grant Applications - Summary and Criteria Evaluation

Peachland Council approved specific 2024 civic grant allocations totaling $18,000 for four organizations. The Council also directed administration to establish three-year funding agreements with five other community groups and to draft a revised civic grants policy for later review.

• Approved 2024 civic grants: Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance ($1,000), Ambassador Society ($8,000), Chamber of Commerce ($2,000), Community Arts Council ($7,000)
• Directed administration to create three-year funding agreements with Our Space, Peachland Wellness Centre, Peachland Community Police, Historical Society, and Fall Fair
• Directed administration to draft a new civic grants policy with limits on gratis use for future Council review

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force is meeting to adopt previous minutes and discuss one new business item: the Disaster Risk Reduction - Climate Adaptation Fund. No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda.

• Adoption of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Disaster Risk Reduction - Climate Adaptation Fund

The Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force approved changes to its Terms of Reference. These changes allow the group to apply for grants and divide its Action Plan into separate sustainability and resiliency documents.

• Approved modification of Terms of Reference to allow Action Plan to be divided into sustainability and resiliency plans
• Approved permission for Task Force to apply for grants on behalf of the District of Peachland
• Approved permission to approach neighbouring municipalities and First Nations regarding regional applications
• Approved permission to contact provincial government and private landowners for grant applications
• Approved February 1, 2024 meeting agenda
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes

DRIS Task Force Meeting

The Downtown Revitalization & Implementation Strategy Task Force is meeting to review its terms of reference, set a meeting schedule, and receive a project update including background, phases, and initial findings from the UBCM Complete Communities program. No minutes, presentations, or unfinished business are on the agenda.

• Review of DRIS Task Force Terms of Reference including member roles and responsibilities
• Task Force to determine meeting dates and times
• Downtown Revitalization Implementation Strategy Project: background, phases, UBCM Complete Communities, initial findings

The inaugural Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy (DRIS) Task Force met to review its terms of reference and project work plan. The group established a recurring meeting schedule to provide input on the project before a September 30, 2024 deadline.

• Approved the January 25, 2024 meeting agenda
• Approved meeting on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6:00 pm

Peachland Climate Action Task Force Meeting

The Peachland Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force is holding its first meeting. Members will appoint a chair, review the task force's terms of reference, set their meeting schedule, and discuss the Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Action Plan. No presentations or prior minutes are on the agenda.

• Appointment of a Chair for the task force
• Review of the PCSR Task Force Terms of Reference
• Determination of future meeting dates and times
• Discussion of the Climate Sustainability and Resiliency Action Plan

The Task Force appointed a Chair and established a recurring meeting schedule. Members reviewed the Terms of Reference and began researching municipal models to develop a plan framework.

• Appointed Councillor Rick Ingram as Chair
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting agenda
• Agreed to meet second and fourth Wednesdays of each month starting February 14, 2024

Special Council Meeting

This is a procedural special council meeting. The agenda lists standard items such as call to order, confirmation of the agenda, and adjournment. The only substantive item is a motion to hold an in-camera meeting to discuss personnel, labour relations, and land matters under the Community Charter.

• In-camera session under s. 90(1)(a), (c), and (e) of the Community Charter for personnel, labour, and land matters

The District of Peachland held a Special Council Meeting on January 23, 2024, lasting about five minutes. Council adopted the meeting agenda with an added in-camera item, then voted to hold an in-camera meeting immediately afterward to discuss matters under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), (e) and (k). No bylaws, presentations, unfinished business, or items from administration were brought forward, and no substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Adopted the January 23, 2024 Special Council Meeting agenda with an added in-camera item (carried)
• Approved holding an in-camera meeting after the special meeting on Community Charter s. 90(1)(a), (c), (e) and (k) matters (carried)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 4:35 pm

Regular Council Meeting

Peachland council will consider adopting a Tree Protection Bylaw and related amendments, discuss a notice of motion on short-term rentals, and review a joint application for emergency preparedness funding. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and reports from administration.

• Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2404 and amendment bylaws 2405-2407 for adoption
• Notice of Motion on Short Term Rentals
• 2024 UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund ESS Stream Joint Application
• Strategic Communications Plan 2024-2026
• Planning and Development Department Report

Council adopted a new Tree Protection Bylaw and several amendments to development and licensing bylaws. The council also approved a joint grant application for emergency preparedness and appointed new resident members to the DRIS.

• Adopted Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2404 (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2275, Amendment Bylaw No. 2405 (Carried)
• Adopted Development Application & Licence Fees Bylaw No. 2277, Amendment Bylaw No. 2406 (Carried)
• Adopted Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 2396, Amendment Bylaw No. 2407 (Carried)
• Approved RDCO application for 2024 UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant (Carried)
• Increased DRIS resident members from five to seven and appointed Linda Craven, Graham Todd, Deb Maxwell, and Ken Janes (Carried)
• Directed Mayor Van Minsel to write a letter to Premier Eby regarding watershed security (Carried)

Special Council Meeting

The agenda for the January 14, 2024 special council meeting contains only standard procedural items: call to order, agenda confirmation, presentations, bylaws (planning and non-planning), unfinished business, items from administration, and adjournment. The only substantive item is a motion to hold an in-camera session under Community Charter s. 90(1)(k) to discuss preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service that could harm the municipality's interests if discussed publicly. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed.

• In-camera session under Community Charter s. 90(1)(k) for preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service

Council held a special meeting on January 2, 2024, approving the agenda and moving into a closed (In Camera) session to discuss preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service. After returning to open session, council reported that it had directed staff to assist the Chamber of Commerce in planning and operating a family-friendly and business-friendly vintage car event on the Sunday of the May long weekend in 2024. The meeting adjourned at 11:20AM. No bylaws, presentations, unfinished business, or items from administration were dealt with.

• Approved the January 2, 2024 Special Council Meeting agenda as presented (carried)
• Moved In Camera at 10:00AM under Community Charter s. 90(1)(k) to discuss preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service (carried)
• Directed staff to assist the Chamber of Commerce to plan and operate a family-friendly, business-friendly vintage car event on the Sunday of the May long weekend in 2024 (carried)
• Adjourned the Special Council Meeting at 11:20AM (carried)