Penticton public meetings in 2024

Regular Council Meeting

Council will review the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan and several capital project budget amendments. The meeting includes decisions on development permits, zoning amendments, and a fire protection agreement for Electoral Area F.

• Adoption of 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-40
• Budget amendments including $14M for AWWTP Upgrades and $450k for Okanagan Lake Retaining Wall
• Grant of approximately $25k for building permit and inspection fees for a clinic at 101 - 3115 Skaha Lake Road
• Approval of 2025 RDOS Fire Protection Agreement for Electoral Area F (West Bench)
• Proposed 4-unit cluster housing development at 695 Victoria Drive

Council approved the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, the 2025 RDOS Fire Service Agreement for Electoral Area F, and several budget amendments for capital projects. They also approved grants, development permits, and zoning changes, and directed staff to establish a Public Safety Committee.

• Approved 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-40 (opposed: Councillor Konanz)
• Approved 2025 RDOS Fire Service Agreement for Electoral Area F (2025-2029)
• Approved Q4 capital budget amendments including $14M AWWTP Upgrades and $2.75M Electrical Utility Fleet Building
• Approved grant to SOS Health Care Society for building permit fees for clinic at 101-3115 Skaha Lake Road
• Approved Development Variance Permit PL2024-9826 and Development Permit PL2024-9825 for 695 Victoria Drive
• Approved Development Variance Permit PL2024-9891 for 436 Bennett Avenue
• Approved Development Permit PL2024-9883 for 686 Martin Street
• Directed staff to establish a Public Safety Committee

Regular Council Meeting

Penticton Council will give first readings to the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw and consider fees for electric vehicle charging. They will also vote on development permits for two properties on Timmins Street, including a 72-unit mixed-use project, and review a dog park leash-optional pilot project. Council will also decide on an $80,000 boat purchase for water rescue and proposed election bylaw amendments.

• First readings of 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-40
• Electric vehicle charging fees: $1.20/hr for Level 2, $0.38/kWh for Level 3
• Approval of Development Permit PL2024-9894 for 955 Timmins Street (72 residential units, 9,600m² commercial space)
• Approval of Development Variance Permit PL2024-9858 and Development Permit PL2024-9857 for 1001 Timmins Street (6-storey apartment building)
• $80,000 purchase of a boat from Penticton Search and Rescue for water rescue on Okanagan Lake

Council gave first, second, and third reading to the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-40, with one councillor opposed. They also approved several other items, including new EV charging fees, a boat purchase for water rescue, and development permits for properties on Timmins Street. A request from the SOS Health Care Society for fee waivers and tax exemption for a new clinic was referred for a staff report.

• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd reading to 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2024-40 (opposed: Konanz)
• Approved $80k purchase of PFD boat from Penticton Search and Rescue (unanimous)
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd reading to EV charging fees bylaw ($1.20/hr level 2, $0.38/kWh level 3) (unanimous)
• Approved development permit for 72-unit mixed-use at 955 Timmins St (unanimous)
• Approved variance and development permits for 6-storey apartment at 1001 Timmins St (unanimous)
• Adopted Development Cost Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-30 (opposed: Konanz)
• Referred dog park leash-optional recommendations to committees (unanimous)
• Referred Community Walk-in Clinic request for staff report (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The City of Penticton is holding a public hearing to discuss Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-38. The proposal seeks to allow a bakery and a restaurant at 689 Winnipeg Street.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-38 (689 Winnipeg Street)
• Proposed conversion of existing building into a restaurant with three additions (max gross floor area 650m2)
• Proposed conversion of detached accessory building into a bakery
• Requirement of minimum 4 parking spaces for commercial uses
• Proposed 0.0m rear yard setback for an accessory structure

The public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-38 was held and terminated at 6:22 p.m. No decision was made; the hearing was procedural, with one written submission and several oral comments received. The bylaw would permit a bakery and a restaurant (max 650m²) at 689 Winnipeg Street, with specific parking and setback requirements.

• Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-38 opened and closed (no vote)
• Received one written submission regarding the bylaw
• Heard oral comments from two residents and the applicant

Special Meeting of Council

This special meeting continues 2025 budget deliberations. Council will consider approving in principle the Infrastructure Division's 2025-2029 Capital Plan and discuss a resolution on tax rates.

• Infrastructure Division 2025-2029 Capital Plan (draft) for approval in principle
• Resolution on tax rate for 2025
• Public question period for agenda items

Council adopted the amended meeting agenda and approved in principle the Infrastructure Division 2025-2029 Capital Plan, which includes reducing the Kiwanis Pier Replacement to $800K. Council also approved the 2025-2029 Financial Plan featuring a 7.88% tax increase and directed staff to return with the financial plan bylaw for adoption.

• Adopted the agenda as amended (Carried unanimously)
• Approved in principle Option 2 for the reduction of the Kiwanis Pier Replacement from $1.8M to $800K (Carried unanimously)
• Approved in principle the Infrastructure Division 2025-2029 Capital Plan with the pier reduction, subject to final review (Carried unanimously)
• Approved the 2025-2029 Financial Plan with a 7.88% tax increase and directed staff to return with the financial plan bylaw (Carried, 1 opposed)

Special Meeting of Council

This special meeting will consider adopting Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2024-36 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-37 for 955 Timmins Street. Council will also review the 2025-2029 Draft Financial & Corporate Business Plan and receive a budget engagement report. Budget deliberations for multiple departments including fire, RCMP, library, and community services are scheduled, with motions to approve in principle subject to final review.

• Adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw 2024-36 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-37 for 955 Timmins Street
• 2025-2029 Draft Financial & Corporate Business Plan overview
• 2025 Budget Engagement Report
• Debt, borrowing, and reserves analysis for 2025
• Budget deliberations for Community Services, SOEC Complex, Penticton Public Library, Fire Department, RCMP, Public Safety, Development Services, Corporate Administration, Finance & Administration, and Civic Grants

Council unanimously adopted the Official Community Plan and Zoning Amendment Bylaws 2024-36 and 2024-37. It approved in principle the 2025-2029 Financial & Corporate Business Plan initiatives and budgets for all departments, subject to final review. Council removed $205,000 for transit service expansions from the Infrastructure budget and defeated a motion to delay the procurement buyer position. A motion to remove the Fire Inspector position failed for lack of a seconder.

• Adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-36 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-37 (unanimous)
• Approved in principle Community Services 2025-2029 budget (unanimous)
• Approved in principle Oak View Group (SOEC) 2025-2029 budget (unanimous)
• Approved in principle Penticton Public Library 2025-2029 budget (unanimous; Councillor Gilbert recused)
• Approved in principle Penticton Fire Department 2025-2029 budget (carried; Councillor Konanz opposed)
• Approved in principle Penticton RCMP 2025-2029 budget (unanimous)
• Removed $205,000 for transit service expansions from Infrastructure budget (carried; Mayor and Councillor Gilbert opposed)
• Defeated motion to delay procurement buyer position (4 opposed)

Regular Council Meeting

Penticton Council will consider a new snow and ice control policy, approve free downtown parking for holiday weekends, and set the 2025 meeting schedule. The meeting will also include zoning amendments and public hearings.

• Adoption of new Snow and Ice Control Policy CP#2024-02
• Free on-street parking downtown for five holiday weekends
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-38 for 689 Winnipeg Street
• Official Community Plan and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-36 and 37 for 955 Timmins St
• Approval of community garden license agreements for 480 Vancouver Avenue and 2460 Baskin Street

Council established the 2025 regular meeting schedule and approved free downtown on-street parking for five weekends during the 2024 holiday season. Additionally, Council updated the city's snow and ice control policy and advanced several zoning and development permits for local properties.

• Approved 2025 Council meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved free downtown parking for five weekends starting Nov 29 (Unanimous)
• Rescinded and replaced Snow and Ice Control Policy (Unanimous)
• Gave 1st reading to 689 Winnipeg St zoning amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved 939 Dynes Ave development variance permit (Unanimous)
• Renewed 1340 Carmi Ave temporary use permit for three years (Unanimous)
• Approved 5-year license agreements for two community gardens (Unanimous)
• Gave 2nd and 3rd reading to 955 Timmins St OCP/zoning amendments (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The City of Penticton is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaws for 955 Timmins Street. The proposal seeks to change the land use to allow for a recreation facility and residential units.

• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-36 to change 955 Timmins Street from High Density Residential to Mixed Use
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-37 to rezone 955 Timmins Street from RM3 to CD10
• Proposed 9,500m2 recreation facility including indoor ice rinks, baseball training, and pickleball courts
• Proposed 72 residential apartment units
• Receipt of 45 letters regarding the proposed amendments

The public hearing was held for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-36 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-37, which would allow a mixed-use development with a 9,500m2 recreation facility and 72 residential units at 955 Timmins Street. 51 letters were received, and multiple community members spoke in support. No decision was made at the hearing; it was terminated at 6:22 p.m.

• Public hearing for OCP Amendment Bylaw 2024-36 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-37 held and terminated
• 51 letters received regarding the proposed bylaws
• No vote or decision taken at public hearing

Accessibility Committee Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed for this meeting.

The Accessibility Committee received into the record the report on Lakawanna Park upgrade design priorities and engagement plan, presented by consultants from BENCH Site Design Inc. Members provided feedback on physical and neurological accessibility elements for the two concept plans. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 10:38 am.

• Received Lakawanna Park upgrade design priorities and engagement plan report (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:38 am (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting

The Penticton Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on October 23, 2024. The agenda includes procedural items and video recording capabilities, but no specific decisions or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting scheduled for October 23, 2024
• Video recording capability available
• Procedural agenda items listed

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee unanimously recommended Council proceed with Option 3 for the Kiwanis Pier replacement. It also recommended renewing five-year license agreements for two community gardens and received a report on Lakawanna Park upgrades. The item on Park Land Protection and Use Policy Review was postponed to January 22, 2025.

• Recommended Council proceed with Option 3 for Kiwanis Pier replacement (unanimous)
• Received Lakawanna Park Upgrade Design Priorities and Engagement Plan report
• Recommended Council renew 5-year License to Use Agreement with Food Foresters Society of Canada for Parkland Community Garden at 2460 Baskin Street (unanimous)
• Recommended Council renew 5-year License to Use Agreement with Penticton Community Gardens Society for portion of 480 Vancouver Ave (unanimous)
• Postponed Park Land Protection and Use Policy Review to January 22, 2025 (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments for infrastructure and park projects. The meeting includes discussions on zoning changes for specific properties and reports on the SS Naramata and city accessibility.

• Budget amendment for Penticton Avenue Pressure Reducing Valve to provide a total budget of $8.1M
• Reallocation of $1.6M and a total project cost of $1.2M for the Skaha Splash Park
• Proposed OCP and Zoning amendments for 955 Timmins Street to allow mixed use and tourist commercial
• Development permit for a two-lot subdivision at 1530 Reservoir Road
• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-35 for 1080 Railway Street

Council approved budget amendments for the Skaha Splash Park and the Penticton Avenue Pressure Reducing Valve. They also gave first reading to bylaws for 955 Timmins Street and approved a hillside development permit for 1530 Reservoir Road. Additionally, staff were directed to apply for an Active Transportation Fund grant for Eckhardt Avenue.

• Approved $1.2M total project cost for Skaha Splash Park (5-0)
• Approved $8.1M budget for Penticton Ave Pressure Reducing Valve (5-0)
• Gave first reading to OCP and Zoning amendments for 955 Timmins St (5-0)
• Approved hillside development permit for 1530 Reservoir Road (5-0)
• Directed staff to apply for Active Transportation Fund grant (5-0)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-35 for 1080 Railway St (5-0)
• Directed staff to research costs for 2025 seasonal Mobi-Mats (5-0)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The agenda for the Penticton Committee of the Whole meeting on 2024-10-15 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to consist only of placeholders and procedural headings.

Council approved a $1.6M reallocation from the Growing Communities Fund to fund the Skaha Splash Park, increasing its total project cost to $1.2M. They also approved a budget amendment for the Penticton Avenue Pressure Reducing Valve, totaling $8.1M. First readings were given to OCP and zoning amendments for 955 Timmins Street, and a hillside development permit was approved for 1530 Reservoir Road. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved $1.6M reallocation for Skaha Splash Park (unanimous)
• Approved $8.1M budget for Penticton Avenue Pressure Reducing Valve (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw 2024-36 for 955 Timmins Street (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-37 for 955 Timmins Street (unanimous)
• Approved Hillside Development Permit PL2024-9821 for 1530 Reservoir Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-35 for 1080 Railway Street (unanimous)
• Directed staff to apply for Active Transportation Fund for Eckhardt Avenue (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research Mobi-Mat costs for 2025 (unanimous)

Accessibility Committee Meeting

The agenda contains no listed items; only standard meeting framework is present.

The Accessibility Committee met on October 9, 2024, and unanimously adopted the agenda and the minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting. The committee received into the record the 'Annual Progress Report' on the Accessibility Plan, one year after implementation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a roundtable check-in and scheduling of future meetings.

• Adopted the October 9, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted the July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received the 'Annual Progress Report' into the record (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear from three delegations. The session includes requests for official proclamations and a presentation from a cultural society.

• Proclamation for 'Seniors for Climate Day', October 1, 2024
• Proclamation for 'Penticton Lion's Club 75th Anniversary', October 5, 2024
• Delegation from Four Seasons Cultural Society

Penticton's Committee of the Whole met on October 1, 2024 and heard three delegations. Council proclaimed October 1, 2024 as "Seniors for Climate Day" and October 5, 2024 as "Penticton Lion's Club 75th Anniversary". The Four Seasons Cultural Society also introduced itself and its work showcasing Indigenous traditions. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting then adjourned to the Regular Meeting of Council.

• Proclaimed October 1, 2024 as "Seniors for Climate Day"
• Proclaimed October 5, 2024 as "Penticton Lion's Club 75th Anniversary"
• Received presentation from the Four Seasons Cultural Society (no decision recorded)
• Adjourned to the Regular Meeting of Council

Regular Council Meeting

Council will adopt the agenda, approve reserve draws totaling $195,000 for asbestos remediation, insurance, fleet equipment inflation, and fleet functionality, and adopt the Development Cost Charge Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-30 which raises DCC rates by 2%. The meeting also includes first‑through‑third readings and adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-34 for 602 Ellis Street, a student‑housing provision at 1080 Railway Street, a temporary winter shelter permit at 402 Warren Avenue East, and several other zoning and tax‑exemption bylaws.

• Reserve draw of $60,000 from Asset Emergency Reserve for asbestos remediation in City Yards building
• Development Cost Charge Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-30 to increase DCCs by 2% and align wording with the new Zoning Bylaw
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-34 to rezone 602 Ellis Street from RM2 to RM5 and approve Development Variance Permit PL2024-9787 and Development Permit PL2024-9788
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-35 to permit student housing at 1080 Railway Street with a parking ratio of 1 per 5 beds
• Temporary Use Permit PL2024-9888 to allow an emergency shelter at 402 Warren Avenue East from Nov 1 2024 to Mar 31 2025

Council approved a rezoning and development permits for a back-to-back duplex with suites (4 dwelling units) at 602 Ellis Street, including variances for lot width and corner cut, with a reduced fence height. It also gave readings to a DCC amendment bylaw increasing charges by 2%, approved a temporary winter shelter permit at 402 Warren Avenue East, and adopted several other bylaws. All decisions were carried unanimously except one opposition to the DCC bylaw.

• Approved rezoning 602 Ellis St from RM2 to RM5 and development permits for 4-unit duplex (unanimous)
• Approved DCC Amendment Bylaw 2024-30 increasing DCCs by 2% (1 opposed)
• Approved temporary winter shelter permit at 402 Warren Ave E, Nov 1 2024-Mar 31 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-31 at 85 Roy Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-32 at 95 Roy Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 2024-33 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-2028 Financial Plan amendments with reserve draws totaling $195,000 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to invite Compass Court and Burdock House operators to report on shelter data (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software interface elements and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

The Committee of the Whole met on October 1, 2024 and adopted its agenda unanimously. Council received three delegations: a presentation on climate change that led Mayor Bloomfield to proclaim October 1, 2024 as "Seniors for Climate Day"; a Penticton Lions Club presentation followed by a proclamation of October 5, 2024 as "Penticton Lion's Club 75th Anniversary"; and an introduction to the Four Seasons Cultural Society. The meeting then adjourned and reconvened as the Regular Meeting of Council. No substantive policy, budget, or zoning decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the October 1, 2024 Committee of the Whole agenda (unanimous)
• Proclaimed October 1, 2024 as "Seniors for Climate Day"
• Proclaimed October 5, 2024 as "Penticton Lion's Club 75th Anniversary"
• Received a delegation from the Four Seasons Cultural Society (no decision recorded)
• Adjourned the Committee of the Whole at 1:34 p.m. and reconvened the Regular Meeting of Council (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Penticton Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, then consider a series of consent items, staff reports, and bylaw motions. Key decisions include approving development permits for 1704 Government Street, 85 Roy Avenue, and 95 Roy Avenue, and adopting two Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaws. The council will also endorse the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw and direct staff to issue a request for proposals for naming rights of the South Okanagan Event Centre.

• Adopt Development Permit PL2024-9768 and PL2024-9800 for 1704 Government Street
• First, second, and third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-31 and approval of Development Permit PL2024-9813 for 85 Roy Avenue
• First, second, and third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-32 and approval of Development Permit PL2024-9831 for 95 Roy Avenue
• Adopt Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-28 (general) and No. 2024-29 (utilities)
• Give first, second and third reading to 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2024-33

Council endorsed Penticton's CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund Housing Action Plan, authorizing the City Manager to submit the application. It also approved several development permits and zoning amendments, including for duplexes and townhouses, and directed staff to issue an RFP for naming rights of the South Okanagan Event Centre. A motion to support DCC bylaw amendments without a rate increase was defeated, and a 2% increase was approved instead.

• Approved CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund action plan and application submission (unanimous)
• Approved development permits for two duplexes at 378 Windsor Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved development permits for 1704 Government Street, subject to subdivision registration (unanimous)
• Gave readings to zoning amendment and development permit for 8 townhouse units at 85 Roy Avenue (unanimous)
• Gave readings to zoning amendment and development permit for 8 townhouse units at 95 Roy Avenue (unanimous)
• Directed staff to issue RFP for South Okanagan Event Centre naming rights (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to support DCC bylaw amendments without rate increase (4 opposed)
• Approved DCC fee increase of 2% and bylaw amendments (1 opposed)

Regular Council Meeting

Penticton City Council will meet on August 20, 2024 to decide on endorsing the Urban Forest Management Plan, approving in-year grants totaling $8,649, and giving three readings to two fee-amendment bylaws for 2025. The meeting also includes a public safety open house notice and referrals for community garden license renewals.

• Endorse Urban Forest Management Plan and apply for Growing Municipal Fund grant
• $1,750 in-kind and $6,899 cash grants approved; $5,000 Penticton Bethel Pentecostal Tabernacle grant denied
• First, second, and third readings for General Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-28 (2025 fees)
• First, second, and third readings for Utility Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-29 (2025 utility fees)
• Refer 3-year license renewals for Parkland Community Garden (2460 Baskin St) and Penticton Community Gardens Society (480 Vancouver Ave) to Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Council endorsed the Urban Forest Management Plan, directing staff to align resources with Scenario 4, incorporate canopy targets into the next OCP review, and apply for federal tree-planting funding. Council also approved four in-year grants, denied one, gave readings to 2025 fees bylaws, and defeated a motion for a crime and public safety open house.

• Endorsed Urban Forest Management Plan (opposed: Konanz)
• Approved in-year grants: $1,750 in-kind, $2,472 cash, $3,400 cash, $1,027 in-kind
• Denied $5,000 grant to Penticton Bethel Pentecostal Tabernacle
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd reading to Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2024-28
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd reading to Utility Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2024-29
• Referred two community garden license agreements to Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
• Defeated motion for Council Open House on crime and public safety (5 opposed)
• Supported DPBIA camera program expansion, funding to be considered in budget

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive presentations from several community organizations. These delegations will discuss topics including overdose prevention, housing updates, and city-wide security.

• Introduction of the South Okanagan Similkameen Metis Association
• Presentation from Penticton and Area Overdose Prevention Society
• MOU update from 100 More Homes Penticton
• Security Committee presentation from DPBIA and Chamber of Commerce

The Committee of the Whole meeting on August 20, 2024, was procedural and informational only. Council heard four delegations: the South Okanagan Similkameen Métis Association, the Penticton and Area Overdose Prevention Society, an MOU update from 100 More Homes Penticton, and a request from the DPBIA and Chamber of Commerce for $150,000 to expand the Camera Program. No substantive decisions were made; the committee adjourned to the Regular Meeting of Council.

• Adopted the agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned to the Regular Meeting of Council (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

The Committee of the Whole meeting on August 20, 2024, was procedural and informational only. Council heard presentations from four delegations: the South Okanagan Similkameen Métis Association, the Penticton and Area Overdose Prevention Society, 100 More Homes Penticton, and the DPBIA/Chamber of Commerce Security Committee. No substantive decisions were made; the only actions were adopting the agenda and adjourning to the Regular Council Meeting.

• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned Committee of the Whole to Regular Council Meeting (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The City of Penticton is holding a public hearing on August 6 2024. No specific items are listed on this procedural agenda.

Council held a public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-26, which would allow business operators at 250 Marina Way live-work units to differ from residents. One person spoke in favor; no decision was made at the hearing.

• Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-26 held and terminated
• No decision made on the bylaw at the hearing

Public Hearing

The Penticton City Council scheduled a public hearing for August 6, 2024. The agenda contains no specific items, resolutions, or contracts. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive proposals.

The public hearing for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-23 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-24 was held on August 6, 2024. No decisions were made; the hearing was terminated at 6:42 p.m. and no new information can be received. Public comments were heard, with some speakers in opposition and some in support.

• Public hearing for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-23 held and terminated
• Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-24 held and terminated

Regular Council Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. No specific decisions, discussions, or agenda items are listed.

Council approved $75,000 for initial design work on a hotel attached to the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, including public information materials for a 2026 referendum. Council also directed staff to advance several North Gateway projects, including intersection upgrades, an arena feasibility study, a new hotel opportunity, and workforce housing. A development permit for a 6-storey, 75-unit rental apartment building at 372 Martin Street was approved unanimously.

• Approved $75,000 for PTCC hotel design work and referendum materials (Councillor Watt opposed)
• Directed staff to advance North Gateway projects: intersection upgrades, arena study, hotel, workforce housing (unanimous)
• Approved development permit for 6-storey, 75-unit rental building at 372 Martin Street (unanimous)
• Approved development variance permits for properties on Sudbury Ave, Forestbrook Dr, and South Main St (one opposed each)
• Gave readings to zoning amendments for 2210 Main St and 250 Marina Way (unanimous)
• Appointed Councillor Gilbert as RDOS director and Councillor Miller as alternate (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement with UBCM (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to send letters to Ministry of Housing and BC Housing about displaced people (Mayor, Graham, Gilbert opposed)

Special Meeting of Council

The special meeting was procedural only. Council adopted the agenda, waived the 24-hour notice requirement, and unanimously adjourned to a closed meeting citing labour relations, law enforcement, and solicitor-client privilege. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Adopted the special meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Waived 24-hour notice requirement for the meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(c), (f), (i) (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion items or decisions. No business items were listed for this meeting.

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee made three recommendations to Council, all carried unanimously. It recommended renewing a five-year License to Use Agreement with Interior Health for the Ellis Creek Walkway at 1701 Government Street, supporting the initial Park Sign Standardization design, and supporting the 2023 Ice Use Analysis methodology to proceed with feasibility planning for two new ice sheets. The committee also received an information-only update on the Sports and Recreation Needs Assessment.

• Recommended Council renew 5-year License to Use Agreement with Interior Health for Ellis Creek Walkway at 1701 Government Street (unanimous)
• Supported initial Park Sign Standardization design for new exterior park signage (unanimous)
• Supported 2023 Ice Use Analysis methodology and recommended Council proceed with feasibility planning for two new ice sheets (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda and minutes of April 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Council authorized the 2024-2025 BC Transit operating agreement and a three-year expansion plan. Several zoning amendments and development permits were approved, including a rezoning for townhouses on South Main Street. Council also requested further reports on public safety costs and opioid-related emergency responses.

• Authorized 2024-2025 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement (Unanimous)
• Supported Three-Year Transit Expansion Plan (Carried; Konanz and Miller opposed)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-05 for 1704 Government Street (Carried; Boultbee and Miller opposed)
• Approved rezoning and development permits for 6 dwelling units at 2564 South Main Street (Carried; Boultbee and Miller opposed)
• Approved first reading of OCP and Zoning amendments for 813, 825, 877 Westminster Avenue West (Carried; Miller opposed)
• Approved first reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-26 for 250 Marina Way (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to launch an anti-idling educational campaign (Unanimous)
• Requested report on public safety costs and opioid-related fire/police responses (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole meeting agenda for Penticton, British Columbia on 2024-07-16 contains no listed items beyond boilerplate and procedural text. No decisions, discussions, or notable items are presented in the provided document.

The Committee of the Whole met on July 16, 2024, and received three delegations: on roaming cat overpopulation and wildlife, on the Penticton Men's Shed Association's request for a long-term location, and on a proposed anti-idling bylaw with an education campaign. The only motions recorded were to adopt the agenda and to adjourn back to the Regular Council meeting, both carried unanimously. No decisions were made on the matters raised by the delegations.

• Adopted the July 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned the Committee of the Whole at 1:25 p.m. and reconvened the Regular Meeting of Council (unanimous)

Accessibility Committee Meeting

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The Accessibility Committee approved the initial park sign standardization and the City's approach to pedestrian construction safety. The committee also received draft key performance indicators for the Accessibility Plan and a report on public feedback.

• Supported initial Park Sign Standardization for exterior park signage (Unanimous)
• Supported Construction on Pedestrian Facilities Guide 2024 with recommendation to add sidewalk closures to the website (Unanimous)
• Received draft Accessibility Plan Key Performance Indicators for review and feedback (Unanimous)
• Received Public Feedback Mechanism Responses from January 2024 to June 2024 for information (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

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Penticton Council approved several spending and planning items on June 18, 2024, including $133,000 from general surplus for a temporary City Hall chiller and up to $580,000 for the Kings Park Sportsplex roof fabric in the 2025 budget year. Council directed staff to explore options and costs for decommissioning and disposing of the SS Naramata vessel, with strategic planning with stakeholders added by amendment. Council also directed staff to pursue social housing on listed City-owned sites and to work with BC Housing and 100 More Homes on a temporary winter shelter plan for 2024-25. A motion to discontinue food service for Council and senior staff on meeting days was defeated.

• Approved $133,000 increase to the 2024 Facilities operating budget for a temporary City Hall chiller, funded from general surplus (Councillor Miller opposed)
• Directed staff to explore options and costs for decommissioning and disposal of the SS Naramata vessel, with strategic planning with stakeholders added by amendment (Councillor Miller opposed)
• Approved up to an additional $580,000 for Kings Park Sportsplex roof fabric replacement in the 2025 budget year, funded in the 2025-2029 Financial Plan (Councillor Miller opposed)
• Directed staff to work with BC Housing and 100 More Homes on a Temporary Winter Shelter plan for 2024-25 and report back with options (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 2024-22 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to pursue social housing development on listed City-owned sites on Ellis Street, Eckhardt Avenue West, and 2509 South Main Street, and include them in the upcoming Social Housing Plan (unanimous)
• Defeated a motion to discontinue food service for Council and senior staff on meeting days and nights effective July 1, 2024 (Mayor Bloomfield and Councillors Boultbee, Gilbert, Graham and Watt opposed)
• Approved a letter with Youth Council Penticton to provincial and federal governments in support of the Vote16 Campaign (Councillor Miller opposed)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Committee of the Whole meeting was procedural, consisting only of agenda adoption and an adjournment to the Regular Council Meeting. The Youth Council Penticton delegation presented the Vote16 campaign and requested Council support for lowering the voting age to 16, but no action or vote on this request is recorded in these minutes.

• Agenda adopted unanimously
• Youth Council delegation received (no vote recorded)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously to reconvene Regular Council Meeting

Regular Council Meeting

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Council adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-21 and Zoning Bylaw No. 2024-22, while defeating a proposed amendment to the OCP. A motion to impose a moratorium on industrial land rezoning was defeated, but Council directed staff to report on options to grow industrial lands. Council also approved a 12-unit townhouse development at 951 & 963 Dynes Avenue and provided financial support for the 2028 BC Summer Games.

• Adopted OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-21 (4-2 vote after amendment defeated)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 2024-22 (unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 cash and $55,000 in-kind support for 2028 BC Summer Games (unanimous)
• Approved Development Variance Permit PL2023-9706 and Development Permit PL2023-9705 for 12-unit townhouse at 951 & 963 Dynes Ave (unanimous)
• Directed staff to provide letter of concurrence for TELUS tower at 3395 Valleyview Road (1 opposed)
• Consented to adoption of RDOS Bylaw No. 2024-03 for Noxious Weed Control (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Statement of Financial Information (unanimous)
• Defeated motion for moratorium on industrial land rezoning (5-2 vote)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Committee of the Whole meeting was procedural, featuring delegations rather than policy votes. Mayor Bloomfield read a proclamation declaring June 2024 as Pride Month. PENSAR presented an overview of local Search and Rescue services, requesting recognition of their value to the city.

• Agenda adopted unanimously
• June 2024 proclaimed as Pride Month
• PENSAR presentation received; recognition requested
• Meeting adjourned to reconvene Regular Council Meeting

Public Hearing

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Council held a public hearing for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-21 to update housing policies and land use maps. The meeting consisted of public delegations; no final vote or decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Public hearing held for OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-21 (no vote recorded)

Public Hearing

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Council held a public hearing to discuss a proposed new Zoning Bylaw to replace Bylaw No. 2023-08. The proposal includes updates for provincial housing initiatives, transit-oriented areas, and revised parking and setback requirements. No final decision or vote was recorded in the minutes.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Committee of the Whole meeting was procedural, consisting of agenda adoption, community delegations, and adjournment. Mayor Bloomfield read proclamations designating June 2024 as Brain Injury Awareness Month, June 2-8, 2024 as Seniors Week, and May 2024 as Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. No substantive policy decisions or votes on ordinances occurred during this session.

• Adopted agenda unanimously
• Proclaimed June 2024 as Brain Injury Awareness Month
• Proclaimed June 2-8, 2024 as Seniors Week
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
• Adjourned to Regular Meeting unanimously

Regular Council Meeting

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Council gave first reading to an Official Community Plan amendment and a new Zoning Bylaw, both scheduled for a June 3 public hearing. The city also approved a mixed-use apartment building at 123 Front Street and authorized a downtown parking study.

• Gave first reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-21 (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 from Off-Street Parking Reserve for downtown parking study (Carried; Konanz, Miller opposed)
• Gave first reading to Zoning Bylaw No. 2024-22 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to proceed with design and business cases for three protective service facilities (Unanimous)
• Approved various 2024 in-year grant requests totaling $14,230 cash and $4,010.25 in-kind (Unanimous)
• Approved development and variance permits for a 48-unit building at 123 Front Street (Carried; Miller opposed)
• Resolved to request the province halt the drug decriminalization pilot project (Carried; Gilbert opposed)
• Directed staff to quantify public safety costs resulting from provincial downloading (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

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Council held a public hearing regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-19 to allow up to three sleeping units for agri-tourism at 3810 Valleyview Road. The hearing included delegations from the applicant and concerned residents. No final decision on the bylaw was recorded in the minutes.

• Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-19 terminated at 6:43 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting

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Council adopted the Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2024-15 and approved multiple zoning amendments for residential and commercial developments. The city also committed $50,000 in cash and in-kind support for the 2025 Adventure Racing World Championships.

• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2024-15 (Carried; Boultbee and Miller opposed)
• Approved $40,000 cash and $10,000 in-kind funding for 2025 Adventure Racing World Championships (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-20 for 795 Ontario Street to allow two 4-unit townhouses (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-16 and Development Variance Permit PL2024-9752 for 468 Wade Avenue West (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-19 for 3810 Valleyview Road (Carried; Boultbee, Miller, and Graham opposed)
• Approved 5-year License to Use Agreement for Jubilee Pavilion at $7,401.60 annually plus CPI (Carried; Miller opposed)
• Approved 5-year License to Use Agreement with Ministry of Environment for air quality station at McNicoll Park (Unanimous)
• Endorsed federal Bill C-277 - National Strategy on Brain Injuries Act (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Committee of the Whole meeting on May 7, 2024 was procedural. Members adopted the agenda as presented and later adjourned to reconvene the Regular Council meeting. The committee received a delegation requesting a proclamation of April 2024 as Sikh Heritage Month, which the Mayor read, and a 2023 year-end review presentation from Travel Penticton. No substantive decisions beyond these procedural motions were recorded.

• Adopted the May 7, 2024 Committee of the Whole agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Proclaimed April 2024 as Sikh Heritage Month in the City of Penticton
• Received Travel Penticton's 2023 year-end review presentation
• Adjourned the Committee of the Whole at 1:44 p.m. to reconvene the Regular Council meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting

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Committee of the Whole Meeting

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Council held a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaws for two properties. The proposals include a three-storey mixed-use building at 76 Duncan Avenue East and future mixed-use development at 1402 Main Street. No final decision was recorded in the minutes.

Public Hearing

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The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda and heard presentations from community organizations. Mayor Bloomfield read three proclamations recognizing specific awareness weeks in Penticton.

• Adopted meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed April 14-20, 2024 as National Volunteer Week
• Proclaimed May 1-7, 2024 as Youth Week
• Proclaimed May 5-11, 2024 as National Hospice Palliative Care Week

Regular Council Meeting

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Council approved three zoning amendments and development permits for residential infill projects at Wade Avenue, Okanagan Avenue, and Government Street. Council gave three readings to the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw and referred two Jubilee Pavilion license agreements to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee. Council also endorsed a call for federal and provincial Youth Climate Corps and directed staff to outline steps for a hotel attached to the Trade and Convention Centre.

• Approved rezoning and permits for 468 Wade Avenue West (Carried, 2 opposed)
• Approved rezoning and permits for 43 Okanagan Avenue West (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and permits for 756 Government Street (Unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2024-15 (Carried)
• Referred Jubilee Pavilion license renewals to Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to submit Campbell Mountain powerline Right of Way application (Unanimous)
• Adopted OCP and Zoning Amendments for 76 Duncan Ave E/1402 Main St (Unanimous)
• Endorsed call for $1B federal and $200M provincial Youth Climate Corps (Carried, 3 opposed)

Accessibility Committee Meeting

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Regular Council Meeting

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Council adopted two bylaws regarding the Official Community Plan and zoning for 460 Conklin Avenue. First readings were granted for several amendments at 76 Duncan Avenue East and 1402 Main Street, which will proceed to a public hearing. An event hosting framework report was received into the record.

• Adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-01 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-02 for 460 Conklin Avenue (Unanimous)
• Gave first reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-12 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-13 for 76 Duncan Avenue East (Unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-14 for 1402 Main St (Unanimous)
• Forwarded Bylaws 2024-12, 2024-13, and 2024-14 to April 16, 2024 Public Hearing (Unanimous)
• Received Event Hosting Framework report into the record (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The meeting consisted of procedural motions and four delegations. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:25 p.m. (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

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Council held a public hearing regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-07 to allow a real estate office at 21 Lakeshore Drive West. The minutes record the proceedings and delegations, but do not state a final decision or vote outcome.

Regular Council Meeting

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Council approved several development permits, including a six-storey building at 457 Ellis Street and duplexes at 935 Kilwinning Street. The city also authorized requests for proposals for beach concessions and supported a $200,000 grant application for downtown water and cooling stations.

• Approved six-storey mixed-use building and parking variance at 457 Ellis Street (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and duplex construction at 935 Kilwinning Street (Unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for Sudbury Beach Concession operator (Unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for Skaha Main Concession operator (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Beach Vending Program renewal (Unanimous)
• Supported $200,000 grant application for downtown water and cooling stations (Unanimous)
• Adopted Council Remuneration Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-06 (Carried; Boultbee, Miller opposed)
• Adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-09 (Carried; Boultbee, Miller opposed)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting

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The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee recommended that Council direct staff to issue Requests for Proposal for operators of the Skaha Main Concession at 3701 Parkview Street and the Sudbury Beach Concession at 3846 Skaha Lake Road, each for a three- to five-year term. It also recommended renewing the Beach Vending Program for an additional three-year License to Use agreement term. The committee recommended shortlisting six groups to Phase 2 of the Connected Community Capital Program. All recommendations carried; the Sudbury Beach Concession recommendation carried with Don Mulhall opposed.

• Recommended Council direct staff to issue RFP for Skaha Main Concession operator at 3701 Parkview Street, 3-5 year term (unanimous)
• Recommended Council direct staff to issue RFP for Sudbury Beach Concession operator at 3846 Skaha Lake Road, 3-5 year sub-license term (carried, Don Mulhall opposed)
• Recommended Council direct staff to renew Beach Vending Program for additional 3-year License to Use term (unanimous)
• Recommended Council shortlist 6 groups to Phase 2 of Connected Community Capital Program (unanimous)
• Adopted March 6, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted November 27, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Committee of the Whole meeting on March 5, 2024 was largely procedural. Council adopted the agenda and received three presentations: Community Foundations South Okanagan on 2024 neighbourhood grants, the Okanagan Basin Water Board on invasive zebra and quagga mussels (requesting a letter to federal and provincial ministers), and the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen on its draft 2024 budget. No motions on those matters were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 2:15 p.m. to reconvene the Regular Council Meeting.

• Adopted the March 5, 2024 Committee of the Whole agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Received presentation from Community Foundations South Okanagan on 2024 neighbourhood grants (no decision recorded)
• Received presentation from Okanagan Basin Water Board on invasive mussels; requested a letter to federal and provincial ministers (no decision recorded)
• Received presentation from Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen on draft 2024 budget (no decision recorded)
• Adjourned the Committee of the Whole at 2:15 p.m. and reconvened the Regular Council Meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

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• No substantive items, rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are listed.

Penticton Council gave first, second and third readings to a bylaw rezoning 1704 Government Street from industrial and commercial to comprehensive development for a high-density mixed-use project, with road and infrastructure requirements attached. Council also approved $100,000 from the Affordable Housing Amenity Contribution Reserve for a one-year Affordable Housing Pilot Funding Program and endorsed its guidelines. Other decisions included advancing bylaws on council remuneration, building and fee changes tied to the BC Zero Carbon Step Code, and a hotel addition development permit at 950 Westminster Avenue West. Several items were forwarded to public hearing or submitted to SILGA, and council ended the open meeting at 4:11 p.m. to go into a closed session.

• Gave first, second and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-05 for 1704 Government Street, rezoning to CD9 for high-density mixed-use (3 opposed: Boultbee, Graham, Miller)
• Approved $100,000 from the Affordable Housing Amenity Contribution Reserve for the Affordable Housing Pilot Funding Program and endorsed its guidelines (unanimous)
• Gave first, second and third readings to Council Remuneration and Expense Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-06 on meal per diems and remuneration reductions for code of conduct violations (2 opposed: Boultbee, Miller)
• Gave first, second and third readings to Building Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-08 requiring new buildings to meet EL-01 'measure only' of the BC Zero Carbon Step Code, and Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-09 with incentives for higher Zero Carbon levels (1 opposed: Konanz)
• Approved Development Permit PL2023-9699 for a 3-storey, 52-room hotel addition at 950 Westminster Avenue West (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-07 for 21 Lakeshore Drive West to allow office use up to 250 m², and forwarded it to the March 19, 2024 Public Hearing (unanimous)
• Supported a UBCM grant application up to $30,000 for Emergency Operations Centre equipment, supplies and training (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2023-20 for 732 Government Street (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

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Council adopted a new Code of Conduct that includes cumulative remuneration reductions for breaches. Other key actions included approving a 48-unit apartment development and consenting to an electric kick scooter pilot project.

• Adopted Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Code of Conduct and established pay reductions for breaches (Carried; Boultbee and Miller opposed)
• Approved 3-year License to Use Agreement renewal for Pier Water Sports at Rotary Park (Unanimous)
• Consented to Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project starting April 5, 2024 (Carried; Konanz and Miller opposed)
• Approved Development Permit PL2023-9672 for a 5-storey, 48-unit apartment at 286 Rigsby Street (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-04 and Development Variance Permit PL2023-9684 for 200 Abbott Street (Unanimous)
• Authorized $30,000 for a new vending area on Lakeshore Drive (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft a bylaw restricting harassment in public spaces (Unanimous)
• Denied direction to incorporate storage unit provisions into OCP and zoning updates (Defeated)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The meeting consisted of procedural items and a presentation. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

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Council approved several rezoning requests for residential properties and adopted a new Neighborhood Traffic Management Policy. The city will also apply for a $30,000 emergency support grant and amended its financial plan for waste collection services.

• Approved Neighborhood Traffic Management Policy CP#2024-01 and rescinded 2016 policy (Unanimous)
• Approved first, second, and third reading to rezone 424 and 436 Bennett Avenue to RD3 (Unanimous)
• Approved first, second, and third reading to rezone 200 Abbott Street to RD4 and approved associated permits (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2023-48 and Development Variance Permit PL2023-9680 for 275 Kinney Avenue (Unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2023-49 for 172 Green Avenue West (Unanimous)
• Approved second and third readings for OCP and Zoning amendments for 460 Conklin Avenue (Carried; Graham and Miller opposed)
• Directed staff to apply for a ~$30,000 UBCM ESS grant for 2024-2025 (Unanimous)
• Denied motion to hire a third party consultant for a Core Review of service levels and staffing (Defeated)

Public Hearing

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The City of Penticton held a public hearing for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-01 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2024-02. These bylaws propose changing the land use designation and zoning for 460 Conklin Avenue to allow a six-unit townhouse development. The hearing concluded without a vote, as is standard for public hearings, allowing residents to voice concerns about building size, parking, and privacy before Council makes a final decision.

• Public hearing opened for OCP Amendment Bylaw 2024-01 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2024-02
• Proposed rezoning of 460 Conklin Ave from R1 (Large Lot Residential) to RM2 (Low Density Multiple Housing)
• Proposed OCP change from 'Detached Residential' to 'Ground Oriented Residential'
• Applicant Ewen Stewart proposed a six-unit townhouse (two triplexes)
• Public hearing terminated at 6:45 p.m.; no vote recorded in these minutes

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Committee of the Whole adopted the meeting agenda and heard presentations from four delegations. The Mayor issued two proclamations for February 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed February 11-17, 2024 as Real Acts of Caring Week
• Proclaimed February 12-16, 2024 as Chamber of Commerce Week

Special Meeting of Council

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Council adopted the agenda for the special meeting and adjourned to a closed session. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Adjourned to a closed meeting regarding labour or other employee relations (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Committee of the Whole adopted the meeting agenda and heard two delegations. Mayor Bloomfield read a proclamation for Community Radio Week. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed February 1-7, 2024 as 'Penticton BC Community Radio Week'

Regular Council Meeting

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Penticton Council gave first, second and third reading to three zoning amendment bylaws (275 Kinney Avenue, 172 Green Avenue West, 587 Edna Avenue) and first reading to OCP and zoning amendment bylaws for 460 Conklin Avenue, all to allow multi-unit housing. Council also directed staff to align the City's short-term rental program with the new Provincial framework and endorsed a housing policy work plan. Council postponed debate on the Elected Officials Code of Conduct to February 20, 2024, and voted to send a letter to the Province on short-term rentals and tourism. A motion to hire a third-party consultant for a Core Review was introduced and set for consideration on February 6, 2024.

• Approved Consent Agenda, including reappointments and appointments to the Penticton Public Library Board (unanimous)
• Postponed further debate on the Elected Officials Code of Conduct to February 20, 2024 (carried; Mayor Bloomfield and Councillors Gilbert and Watt opposed)
• Approved a three-year License to Use Agreement with Peach City Indoor Pickleball Club at 199 Ellis Street, $3,598.00 + GST per month including utilities, with a two-year renewal option (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare bylaw, policy and procedure amendments to align the City's short-term rental program with the new Provincial framework (unanimous)
• Endorsed the Housing Policy Initiatives Work Plan and Timeline (unanimous)
• Gave first, second and third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2023-48 for 275 Kinney Avenue (R2 to RM2), and subject to adoption, considered Development Variance Permit PL2023-9680 and approved Development Permit PL2023-9674 for two side-by-side duplexes (unanimous)
• Gave first, second and third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2023-49 for 172 Green Avenue West (R1 to RM2), and subject to adoption, approved Development Permit PL2023-9664 for one duplex and one triplex (unanimous)
• Gave first, second and third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2023-50 for 587 Edna Avenue (R2 to RD4), and subject to adoption, approved Development Permit PL2023-9633 for a four-unit cluster housing development (unanimous)

Accessibility Committee Meeting

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The Penticton Accessibility Committee met to review public feedback and essential priorities from the 2023-2026 Accessibility Plan. The meeting included a roundtable check-in on accessibility challenges. No new policies or funding decisions were made during this session.

• Agenda adopted unanimously
• November 29, 2023 minutes adopted unanimously
• Meeting adjourned unanimously at 11:03 am