Salmon Arm public meetings in 2024

Special Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm is holding a special meeting to conduct a statutory public hearing regarding a zoning amendment application. Council will also consider the third reading of two bylaws related to this application.

• Statutory Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Application ZON-1296
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4680 for 5161 60 Avenue NE
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4681 (Text Amendment for Comprehensive Development Zone CD-23)

Council held a public hearing and gave third reading to two zoning amendment bylaws (Nos. 4680 and 4681) for the property at 5161 60 Avenue NE, with final adoption withheld pending a Section 219 covenant and Ministry of Transportation approval. The hearing included public concerns about traffic and neighbourhood character. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Gave third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4681 (ZON-1296) (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4680 (ZON-1296) (unanimous)
• Withheld final reading of both bylaws pending covenant and MOTI approval

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee will recommend to council a bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 2303, rezoning 560, 580 and 610 Shuswap Street SE from R‑10 to R‑5, subject to a traffic impact analysis, a Land Title Act Section 219 covenant and Ministry of Transportation approval. It will also recommend issuing Development Permit No. 459 with specific height and setback variances, a waiver of laneway width, a $500 tree‑density fee, a 125 % landscape letter of credit, and a housing agreement for rental units at 1141‑18 Street NE. A housing‑agreement bylaw for rentals at 821 & 861 28 Street NE will be forwarded, along with an Agricultural Land Commission road‑dedication application for 1451 Shuswap Street SW. An OCP process update will be presented and an in‑camera discussion on preliminary municipal‑service negotiations will be held.

• Zoning Amendment Application No. 1302: rezone 560, 580, 610 Shuswap Street SE from R‑10 to R‑5 (high‑density residential) pending traffic impact analysis, covenant and Ministry approval
• Development Permit Application No. 459: increase retaining‑wall height to 5.3 m, reduce building setback to 3 m, waive 4.0 m laneway width, require $500 tree‑density fee and 125 % landscape letter of credit, and authorize a rental‑housing agreement for 1141‑18 Street NE
• Housing Agreement Bylaw: authorize mayor to enter a rental‑housing agreement for 821 & 861 28 Street NE, enforceable for at least 25 years with a Section 219 covenant
• Agricultural Land Commission Application No. 428: request road dedication for 1451 Shuswap Street SW
• In‑camera motion to discuss preliminary municipal‑service negotiations confidentially

The Development and Planning Services Committee recommended Council rezone three properties at 560, 580, and 610 Shuswap Street SE from R-10 to R-5 (High Density Residential), subject to parcel consolidation, a Traffic Impact Analysis, and provincial approval. The committee also recommended issuing a development permit at 1141-18 Street NE with variances, and a housing agreement for purpose-built rentals at 821 and 861 28 Street NE with a 15-year affordability term after an amendment.

• Recommended rezoning 560, 580, 610 Shuswap St SE to R-5 High Density Residential (unanimous)
• Recommended Development Permit No. 459 for 1141-18 St NE with retaining wall height and setback variances (unanimous)
• Recommended housing agreement for 821 & 861 28 St NE with 15-year rental term (carried, 1 opposed)
• Authorized Agricultural Land Commission application for road dedication at 1451 Shuswap St SW (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Salmon Arm Council will consider awarding a $735,965 contract for a wastewater treatment plant upgrade and approve several service agreements, including a five-year deal with the Economic Development Society.

• Award of $735,965 contract for Waste Water Treatment Plant Secondary Clarifier Upgrade
• Five-year Fee for Service Agreement with Salmon Arm Economic Development Society ($351,032 base)
• Contract for Janitorial Services at Fire Halls ($13,800)
• Authorization for Recycle BC Master Services Agreement (2025-2029)
• Appointment of Mandy Howard as Bylaw Enforcement Officer

Council approved several contracts and budget amendments, including a $735,965 wastewater treatment plant secondary clarifier upgrade, a $13,800 janitorial contract for fire halls, and a five-year fee-for-service agreement with the Salmon Arm Economic Development Society. They also authorized a $400,000 FireSmart grant application and rescinded third reading of two zoning bylaws. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved $735,965 wastewater clarifier upgrade to Uptime Industrial Inc. with $75,000 contingency (unanimous)
• Awarded $13,800 janitorial contract for fire halls to Indigo Cleaning Services (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of Recycle BC Master Services Agreement for curbside collection 2025-2029 (unanimous)
• Appointed Mandy Howard as Bylaw Enforcement Officer (unanimous)
• Approved Zone 2 Pump Station purchases: $566,845 to Aggressive Pump & Supply, $287,643 to HSL Automation, $181,322 to KJ Controls (unanimous)
• Authorized 5-year fee-for-service agreement with SAEDS, with $30,000 per year for Economic Action Plan in 2025-2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized $400,000 FireSmart grant application to UBCM-CRI (unanimous)
• Rescinded third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaws No. 4680 and 4681 (unanimous)

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee will recommend to Council that a bylaw amend Zoning Bylaw No. 2303 to rezone Lot 1 (900 16 Street NE) from Institutional (P‑3) to C‑6 and Lot 3 (980 16 Street NE) from Service Commercial (C‑3) to C‑6, with conditions including parcel consolidation, a Traffic Impact Assessment, a Land Title Act covenant, and Ministry of Transportation approval. The committee will also recommend authorizing Development Variance Permit No. 607 for the pump station at 3751 Canoe Beach Drive NE, waiving required frontage improvements such as curb, gutter, drainage, and street lighting. Routine items include adopting the agenda, approving the November 18 minutes, and disclosures of interest.

• Rezoning of 900 16 Street NE from Institutional (P‑3) to C‑6 (Tourist/Recreational Commercial)
• Rezoning of 980 16 Street NE from Service Commercial (C‑3) to C‑6 (Tourist/Recreational Commercial)
• Recommendation to prepare a bylaw with conditions: parcel consolidation, Traffic Impact Assessment, Land Title covenant, and Ministry approval
• Authorization of Development Variance Permit No. 607 for 3751 Canoe Beach Drive NE, waiving curb, gutter, drainage, path, boulevard, lighting, and fire hydrant requirements
• Adoption of agenda and approval of November 18 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

The council will read and vote on three zoning amendment bylaws affecting parcels on 8 Avenue NE, 9 Avenue NE, and 2 Avenue NE, with final readings withheld pending parcel consolidation, trail dedications, traffic impact analysis, and Ministry of Transportation approval. They will also approve a five‑year biosolids collection and disposal contract with SCV Waste Solutions, with an optional two‑year extension. The council will authorize a dog‑pound services agreement with the City of Enderby for 2025‑2027 and a downtown street‑cleaning contract with the Salmon Arm Downtown Improvement Association for the same period.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4678 (ZON-1298) for lots on 8 Avenue NE – reading first/second/third, final reading withheld pending parcel consolidation and Ministry approval
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4677 (ZON-1283) for Comprehensive Development Zone CD‑22 – reading first/second/third, final reading withheld pending trail dedication, traffic impact analysis, and Ministry approval
• 2025‑2029 Biosolids Collection and Disposal Contract awarded to SCV Contractors Corporation (dba SCV Waste Solutions) with possible two‑year extension
• Pound Services Agreement 2025‑2027 with the City of Enderby for dog‑pound facility services
• Street Cleaning Contract 2025‑2027 with the Salmon Arm Downtown Improvement Association for downtown street cleaning

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee will adopt its agenda and approve the November 4, 2024 meeting minutes. It will recommend that council accept the “Impact Assessment Report re: Complete Communities” prepared by Licker Geospatial Consulting Co. It will also recommend that council receive the 2024 Salmon Arm Interim Housing Needs Report.

• Recommendation to accept Complete Community Impact Assessment Report (Licker Geospatial Consulting Co.)
• Recommendation to receive 2024 Salmon Arm Interim Housing Needs Report
• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of November 4, 2024 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider a contract with SCV Contractors to provide curbside collection services for seven years at an estimated $929,250 per year, with a formula‑based price adjustment. It will also vote on a Vision Zero road safety grant application and a $35,000 Turner Creek mid‑block crossing improvement funded by a $20,000 provincial grant and $15,000 reserve. Additional items include a $42,000 budget amendment for demolition at 781‑30 Street NE and the adoption of updates to the Snow & Ice Control Policy.

• Curbside Collection Service contract award to SCV Contractors (7‑year term, $929,250 per year)
• Vision Zero Road Safety Grant application and $35,000 Turner Creek 21 St NE crossing improvement
• Budget amendment for demolition of 781‑30 Street NE ($42,000 reallocated from other projects)
• Adoption of changes to City of Salmon Arm Snow & Ice Control Policy No. 5.20
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4681 (CD‑23 Comprehensive Development Zone) to be read

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee will consider two zoning bylaw amendment applications. For Application No. 1296, it will recommend that Council prepare a bylaw to create a new Comprehensive Development Zone 23 and rezone Lot 2, Section 32, Township 20, Range 9, W6M, KDYD, Plan 9322 from A‑2 (Rural Holding) to CD‑23, with final reading withheld pending Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure approval. For Application No. 1298, it will recommend rezoning three parcels at 631, 651 and 671 8 Avenue NE from R‑10 (Residential) to R‑5 (High‑Density Residential), also subject to MoTI approval before final reading. The committee will also adopt the agenda and approve the October 21 minutes.

• Recommend to Council a bylaw to add Section 61 – CD‑23 – Comprehensive Development Zone 23 to Zoning Bylaw No. 2303 (Application 1296).
• Recommend rezoning Lot 2, Section 32, Township 20, Range 9, W6M, KDYD, Plan 9322 (5161 60 Avenue NE) from A‑2 (Rural Holding) to CD‑23, pending MoTI approval.
• Recommend rezoning three parcels at 631, 651 and 671 8 Avenue NE from R‑10 (Residential) to R‑5 (High‑Density Residential) (Application 1298), pending MoTI approval.
• Adopt the meeting agenda as presented.
• Approve the Development and Planning Services Committee minutes from October 21, 2024.

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm will consider renewing a five-year agreement for free Wi-Fi in parks, funding a $160,000 repair for a water treatment centrifuge, and reading three zoning amendment bylaws. The meeting also includes a presentation on local policing and a public hearing on a development permit.

• Wi-Fi renewal with Rogers Communications Canada Inc.
• $160,000 budget amendment for WPCC Centrifuge Rebuild
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4673 (Fireside Electric Ltd.)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4676 (546531 BC Ltd.)
• Development Permit No. 455 (231 - 7 Street SE)

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from the October 7 meeting. It will discuss Development Permit No. 456, which proposes raising the maximum building height to 10.4 m and requires a letter of credit equal to 125 % of the landscaping estimate. The committee will consider Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. 1283 to rezone multiple parcels to CD‑22, subject to trail dedication, a traffic impact analysis and Ministry of Transportation approval, as well as Application No. 1293 to rezone parcels to C‑3 pending Ministry approval. It will also review water and sanitary service delivery management plans and recommend funding measures for water and sewer rates.

• Development Permit No. 456 – increase max building height from 10.0 m to 10.4 m; issuance conditioned on an irrevocable letter of credit equal to 125 % of the landscaping estimate.
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. 1283 – rezoning parcels at 1730 9 Avenue NE, 1470 TCH NE and 1671 2 Avenue NE from R‑10/R‑14 to CD‑22, with trail dedication, traffic impact analysis and Ministry of Transportation approval required.
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. 1293 – rezoning north portion of Lot A, 2270 10 Avenue SW and 2220 10 Avenue SW from A‑1 and C‑5 to C‑3; final reading withheld pending Ministry approval.
• Water and Sanitary Service Delivery Management Plans – committee recommends Council receive the plans for information and endorse continued lifecycle management of the assets.
• Water and Sewer Rates – committee recommends closing funding gaps via Water and Sewer Frontage Parcel Tax amendments and 3 % user‑fee increases for 2025‑2026.

Regular Council Meeting

The Salmon Arm City Council will adopt the agenda, confirm previous meeting minutes, and consider several staff reports. Key decisions include authorizing a $1,459,963.59 contract to Michels Canada Co. for Phase 2 lining of the Foreshore Sanitary Main, with $122,000 reallocated and a $146,000 contingency. The council will also approve the Fire Hall No. 2 expansion contract for $582,081, a $134,996.42 purchase of a water‑treatment plant generator, and adopt several bylaws and tax exemption applications.

• Approve $1,459,963.59 contract to Michels Canada Co. for Foreshore Sanitary Main Phase 2 (plus $122,000 reallocation and $146,000 contingency)
• Approve $582,081 contract to 478868 BC Ltd. o/a McDiarmid Construction for Fire Hall No. 2 expansion
• Approve purchase of Water Treatment Plant Generator for $134,996.42 from Canada Power Generator Inc.
• Allocate $28,975 in the 2025 budget for Airport Appreciation Day
• Allocate $40,000 in the 2024 budget for fire department equipment and training grant

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee will recommend to council a bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 2303, rezoning Lot A and Lot 1 at 821 & 861 28 Street NE from C‑3 Service Commercial to C‑6 Tourist/Recreational Commercial. The final reading of the zoning amendment is to be withheld until the parcels are consolidated, a Land Title Act Section 219 covenant is registered, and Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure approval is received. The committee also recommends issuance of Development Permit No. 455 with height variances and a housing agreement, Development Permit No. 458, and Variance Permits No. 605 and No. 606 tied to the rezoning.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. 1300: rezoning 821 & 861 28 Street NE from C‑3 to C‑6 commercial (Item 6.4).
• Development Permit No. 455: increase principal building height to 16 m, retaining wall height to 4 m; include market rental housing agreement and require a letter of credit equal to 125% of landscape estimate.
• Development Permit No. 458: issuance recommended for 1160 4 Avenue SW (Item 6.2).
• Development Variance Permit No. 605: reduce rear parcel line setback to 1.4 m and interior side setback to 1.4 m for an accessory dwelling unit at 3361 16 Avenue NE (Item 6.3).
• Development Variance Permit No. 606: increase retaining wall height to 3.8 m and principal building height to 20 m, subject to approval of the zoning amendment (Item 6.5).

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm is deciding on a multi-year financial audit contract and the final reading of three zoning bylaws. Council will also review a development permit for a retaining wall and fence height variance.

• Audit contract for BDO Canada LLP: $35,000 (2024), $36,500 (2025), and $38,000 (2026)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4669 for Orchard Grove Gardens (24 Street NE and 5 Avenue NE)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4670 for 2991 - 9 Avenue SW
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4545 for 1890 10 Avenue SW
• Development Permit No. 457 for 981 – 12 Street SE regarding retaining wall and fence height variances

Council appointed BDO Canada LLP as municipal auditor for 2024-2026 and approved three zoning bylaw amendments. A motion to proceed with a local area service for the Canoe sanitary extension was defeated. Council also authorized staff to work with Shuswap Middle School on a temporary storage container placement.

• Appointed BDO Canada LLP as auditor for 2024-2026 (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to proceed with Canoe sanitary extension LAS investigation (4 opposed)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4669 for Orchard Grove Gardens (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4670 for 2991 - 9 Avenue SW (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4545 for 1890 10 Avenue SW (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to work with Shuswap Middle School on temporary storage container placement (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Council and Committee meeting schedules (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit No. 457 for 981 – 12 Street SE with variances (unanimous)

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing Development Permit Application No. 457 for a property owned by Terra Civis Inc. The committee will consider recommending to Council that the permit be issued with specific zoning variances for retaining wall heights.

• Development Permit Application No. 457 for 981 – 12 Street SE
• Proposed variance to Zoning Bylaw No. 2303 to increase interior yard retaining wall/fence height from 2.0 to 2.6 metres
• Proposed variance to Zoning Bylaw No. 2303 to increase exterior yard retaining wall height from 1.2 to 3.7 metres

The Development and Planning Services Committee recommended that Council authorize Development Permit No. 457 for a property at 981-12 Street SE, including variances to increase retaining wall and fence heights. The recommendation was carried unanimously. Councillor Gonella declared a conflict of interest and left the meeting during the discussion.

• Recommended issuance of Development Permit No. 457 for 981-12 Street SE (unanimous)
• Recommended variance to increase interior yard retaining wall/fence height from 2.0m to 2.6m (unanimous)
• Recommended variance to increase exterior yard retaining wall height from 1.2m to 3.7m (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Salmon Arm City Council will read and vote on two zoning amendment bylaws: Bylaw No. 4669 for Orchard Grove Gardens and Bylaw No. 4670 for a shopping centre at 2991‑9 Avenue SW. The council will also approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Shuswap Youth Soccer Association for funding the Blackburn Park synthetic turf field project. Two development variance permits (Nos. 602 and 603) will be heard, proposing a reduced rear setback and increased fence height, respectively. Additional staff reports on noise bylaws and a tree assessment for Pileated Woods Park will be presented.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4669 (Orchard Grove Gardens) – read first, second and third time
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4670 (2991‑9 Avenue SW shopping centre) – read first, second and third time
• MOU with Shuswap Youth Soccer Association for Blackburn Park synthetic turf field funding
• Development Variance Permit No. 602 – reduce rear parcel line setback to 1.067 m at 6310 10 Avenue SE
• Development Variance Permit No. 603 – increase fence/retaining wall height to 4.27 m at 1141 19 Avenue SE

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is considering two variance requests to be recommended to Council. These requests involve modifying zoning bylaws for specific properties to allow for an accessory building and a taller fence.

• Development Variance Permit No. 602: Request to reduce rear parcel line setback from 6.0 m to 1.067 m at 6310 10 Avenue SE for an accessory building
• Development Variance Permit No. 603: Request to increase maximum fence and retaining wall height from 2.00 m to 4.27 m at 1141 19 Avenue SE

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm Council is meeting to decide on several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Key discussions include funding for a connector trail, a sanitary dump station, and multi-year funding for a seniors resource centre.

• Award of West Bay Connector Trail preliminary design to ISL Engineering and Land Services Ltd. for $280,908 plus taxes
• Award of Sanitary Dump Station project to General Assembly Excavating Ltd. for $244,482.97 plus taxes
• Proposed funding agreement with Seniors Resource Centre (Salmon Arm) Society from 2025 to 2029, ranging from $24,888 to $26,939 annually
• Proposed notice on title for property at 3590 10 Avenue SE due to Building Bylaw No. 3939 infraction
• Final reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4666

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is recommending that council prepare bylaws to amend the zoning for two properties. One amendment (ZON‑1284) would allow multiple‑family dwellings, increase building height to 19 m, reduce parcel size to 0.5 acre, lower setbacks and parking requirements at 2991‑9 Avenue SW. The second amendment (ZON‑1297) would rezone the Orchard Grove Gardens area from R‑10 to R‑14. An ALC application for a Heritage Trail is also being presented for information.

• Recommend bylaw to add multiple‑family dwellings, raise height to 19 m, cut parcel size to 0.5 acre, lower setbacks and parking at 2991‑9 Avenue SW (ZON‑1284)
• Recommend bylaw to rezone Orchard Grove Gardens (Units 503‑599 24 St NE & 2207‑2299 5 Ave NE) from R‑10 to R‑14 (ZON‑1297)
• Require updated Traffic Impact Analysis and Ministry of Transportation approval for ZON‑1284
• Heritage Trail ALC Application ID 62711 presented for information

Regular Council Meeting

The Salmon Arm City Council will vote on several budget amendments and contract awards, including a $582,576.07 multi‑use path project, a $222,213.85 sidewalk replacement on 5 Avenue NE, and a $55,000 vehicle hoist for the Public Works yard. The council will also amend the budget to add $15,000 for City Hall workstation chairs and $100,000 for a Food and Urban Agriculture Plan, and will approve a Community Works Fund agreement with the Union of British Columbia Municipalities. Additionally, the council will consider a fee‑for‑service bylaw amendment and a zoning amendment (Bylaw No. 4666).

• Award of Uptown‑to‑Downtown Connector Multi‑Use‑Path to EXO Contracting, $582,576.07 plus taxes
• Tender award for 5 Avenue NE sidewalk replacement to Blackburn Excavating Ltd., $222,213.85 plus taxes
• Budget amendment for Public Works yard vehicle hoist, $55,000 from the OH&S Upgrade Reserve
• Budget amendment adding $15,000 for City Hall workstation chairs from the Office Equipment and Furniture Reserve
• Authorization of $100,000 grant application for a Food and Urban Agriculture Plan and corresponding budget amendment

Regular Council Meeting

The Salmon Arm City Council is considering a $328,060 purchase for a new front wheel loader replacement. The agenda also includes readings for zoning and fee-for-service bylaw amendments. Additionally, council will review an agricultural land commission application for 1831 Highway 97B SE.

• Purchase of Front Wheel Loader replacement for $328,060.00 plus taxes
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4666 text amendments
• Fee for Service Amendment Bylaw No. 4667
• ALC Application No. ALC-425 for 1831 Highway 97B SE
• Renewal of Recycle Coach web and mobile app agreement

Development and Planning Services Committee

The committee is reviewing proposed updates to the Zoning Bylaw, including new definitions and parking requirements. They are also considering an application for non-farm residential use at 1831 Highway 97B SE.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. ZON-1295 regarding text updates and parking rules
• Non-Farm Use Application ALC-425 for 1831 Highway 97B SE
• Proposed definitions for “Conservation Area” and “Emergency Civic Use”
• New visitor parking requirement of 1 per every 10 dwellings in multi-family buildings

Regular Council Meeting

The Salmon Arm City Council is reviewing several significant financial and operational items, including a proposed $264,900 wildland fire engine replacement and the 2025 RCMP policing budget. The agenda also includes final readings for multiple zoning and tree protection bylaws. Additionally, the council will consider grant applications and equipment purchases for the water treatment plant.

• Purchase of a Ford Wildland Fire Engine for $264,900.00 plus taxes
• Approval in principle of the $5,929,654 Municipal Policing Contract budget
• Purchase of a UV Optiview Sensor kit for $18,129.30
• Authorization of a $15,000 grant application for an Anti-Racism Strategy
• Final readings for Tree Protection Bylaw No. 4637 and several zoning amendments

Development and Planning Services Committee

The committee will consider authorizing an Agricultural Land Commission application for a non-farm use file at 2651 70 Street SE. The agenda also includes information regarding an ALC decision for properties on 10 Avenue SW and Foothill Road.

• Non-farm use application (ALC-424) for 2651 70 Street SE
• Information on ALC Decision Application 70055 for 690 10 Avenue SW, 550 10 Avenue SW, and 431 Foothill Road

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider a $742,818.00 contract award for the Lakeshore Road Slope Stabilization project. The agenda also includes several zoning amendments and the introduction of new tree protection bylaws. Additionally, a temporary use permit for a campground during the Roots and Blues Festival is under review.

• Lakeshore Road Slope Stabilization tender award to D Webb Contracting Ltd. ($742,818.00 plus taxes)
• Introduction of Tree Protection Bylaw No. 4637 and associated bylaws
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4665 for 1281 - 15 Street SE
• Temporary Use Permit for a campground at 460 10 Avenue SW
• Appointment of James Bartlett as Bylaw Enforcement Officer and Gary Buxton as Business Licence Inspector

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm is deciding on several budget amendments for infrastructure and emergency services. Council will also review zoning amendments and loan authorizations for a pump station.

• Contract award to Okanagan Aggregates Ltd. for an estimated $367,500
• Budget increase of $165,000 for the 16 Ave NE (10 Ave - 16 St NE) MUP project
• Proposed remuneration for Paid On Call Firefighters and budget increases of $36,000 and $18,500
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4660 to change 2180 20 Avenue NE from R-1 to R-4
• Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4618 and Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 4664 for Zone 2 Pump Station

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing three land-use applications. These include a zoning change for a residential suite, a temporary permit for a festival campground, and a non-adhering residential use application for the Agricultural Land Commission.

• Temporary Use Permit TUP-19 for a campground at 460 10 Avenue SW with a maximum of 150 sites for the Roots and Blues Festival (2024-2026)
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 1285 to rezone 1281 15 Street SE from R-7 (Large Lot Single Family Residential) to R-8 (Residential Suite Zone)
• Agricultural Land Commission Application No. ALC-423 for Non-Adhering Residential Use at 1240 60 Street NE

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm is deciding on several equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts. Council is also reviewing zoning amendments and development variance permits for specific properties.

• Purchase of a Tandem Axle Dump-Plow Truck and Anti-Ice/Water Tank for $427,586.32
• Purchase of Carpenter and Fabricator Service Trucks for $239,857.00
• Contract for 10 Avenue SE Shoulder Widening awarded to D Webb Contracting Ltd for $68,380.00
• Estimated $125,000 for FortisBC Gas Main Class 4 Study for the Auto Road Connector project
• Proposed cell tower installation at 1710 & 1670 10 Avenue S.W.

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing three permit applications and a rezoning request. The body will make recommendations to Council regarding building heights, fence and wall limits, and residential density changes.

• Rezoning application ZON-1281 to change 2180 20 Avenue NE from R1 (Single Family) to R4 (Medium Density)
• Variance VP-598 for 1241 25 Avenue SW to increase accessory building height from 6.0 m to 8.2 m
• Variance VP-601 for 111 20 Street SE to increase combined retaining wall and fence height from 2.0 m to 4.3 m
• Information item regarding Small Scale Multi Unit Housing (SSMUH) bylaw amendments
• Information item regarding Zoning Amendment Application ZON-1292 for R-4/R-11/R-14 Zones

Special Council Meeting

Council will hold a special meeting to give final readings to several bylaws, including the 2023 amended budget and reserve fund expenditures, the 2024-2028 financial plan, the 2024 annual tax rate, and a parcel tax amendment for the Sterile Insect Release program. These items were previously discussed and are now being brought back for final adoption.

• Final reading of 2023-2027 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4630 and 10 related reserve fund expenditure bylaws
• Final reading of 2024-2028 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4659
• Final reading of 2024 Annual Rate of Taxation Bylaw No. 4619
• Final reading of Sterile Insect Release (SIR) Program Parcel Tax Amendment Bylaw No. 4636

Special Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm is meeting to approve the 2023 audited financial statements and the 2024 final budget. Council will consider several bylaws regarding reserve fund expenditures and the 2024 annual rate of taxation. The meeting also includes a proposal to amend residential zoning designations.

• Approval of Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2023
• 2024 Annual Rate of Taxation Bylaw No. 4619
• 2024 to 2028 Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4659
• Sterile Insect Release (SIR) Program Parcel Tax Amendment Bylaw No. 4636
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. ZON-1292 to replace R-4 Medium Density Residential Zone with R-14 and R-11 zones

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider awarding the 2024 Paving Program to Okanagan Aggregates Ltd. for $1,689,970.00 and the 2024 Asphalt Patching Program to A&D Asphalt Solutions Ltd. for an estimated $114,750.50. Several other contracts and agreements are up for approval, including a kitchen license with Swichcraft Catering and a digital sign agreement with Okanagan College. Council will also give first and second readings to multiple zoning and official community plan amendments related to small-scale multi-unit housing and development procedures.

• Award of 2024 Paving Program to Okanagan Aggregates Ltd. for $1,689,970.00
• Award of 2024 Asphalt Patching Program to A&D Asphalt Solutions Ltd. for estimated $114,750.50
• First and second readings of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4653 to add R-10 zone and accessory dwelling unit definitions
• First and second readings of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4654 for small-scale multi-unit housing development permit area guidelines
• Authorization of Development Permit No. 454 at 2110 11 Avenue NE with a reduced side setback from 3m to 1.5m

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is recommending that Council rezone 950 30 Street SW and 3101 9 Avenue SW to add a C-4 (Fuel Service Station Commercial) zone. The committee also recommends approving a development permit at 2110 11 Avenue NE with a reduced setback, and a variance permit at 3080 28 Avenue NE for a slightly larger balcony. Additionally, the committee is recommending bylaw updates to replace several residential and agricultural zones with new designations.

• Rezoning of 950 30 Street SW and 3101 9 Avenue SW to add C-4 (Fuel Service Station Commercial) zone
• Development Permit No. 454 for 2110 11 Avenue NE with interior setback reduced from 3m to 1.5m
• Development Variance Permit No. 599 for 3080 28 Avenue NE allowing balcony area increase to 1.67 m²
• Bylaw amendments to replace R-3, R-7, R-9 zones with R-13, R-17, R-19 zones (SSMUH)
• Bylaw amendments to replace A-1, A-2, A-3 zones with new A-1, A-2, A-3 zones (SSMUH)

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm Council is meeting to discuss zoning changes, fee amendments, and the addition of pickleball lines at Klahani Park. The body is also considering a request to the Ministry of Attorney General to implement a Bylaw Notice Enforcement process.

• Request to add City of Salmon Arm to Schedule 1 of the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Regulation
• Addition of eight permanently lined pickleball courts at Klahani Park Tennis Courts
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4642 regarding Height and Grade
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4641 to change 7 Avenue SE from R-1 to R-8
• Development Variance Permit VP-596 for 251 Highway 97B NE to waive parcel frontage upgrades

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing updates to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaws to comply with provincial Small Scale Multi Unit Housing regulations. The body is also considering a new Development Procedures Bylaw and related land development policies.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 1288 to remove R-1, R-2, and R-8 zones and replace them with the R-10 Residential Zone
• Official Community Plan Amendment No. 4000-58 to add Section 8.5 Infill Residential Development Permit Area guidelines
• Development Variance Permit No. VP-596 for 251 Highway 97B NE to waive parcel frontage upgrades
• Proposed Development Procedures Bylaw and Land Development Policies 3.23, 3.24, and 3.25
• Information item regarding Agricultural Land Commission Application No. 70256 for 821 60 Street NW

Regular Council Meeting

Salmon Arm Council is deciding on several contracts and bylaw amendments, including a $234,673.55 contract for a multi-use path on 10 Avenue SW and a $111,821.55 contract for storm pond design. They will also consider a zoning amendment for a property at 1280 7 Avenue SE and a temporary use permit for the Roots and Blues Festival campground. The meeting includes routine adoption of minutes and committee reports.

• Award of $234,673.55 contract to General Assembly Excavating Ltd for 10 Avenue SW Multi-Use Path Construction
• Award of $111,821.55 contract to Stantec Consulting Ltd for Okanagan Avenue Storm Pond detailed design
• First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4641 for 1280 7 Avenue SE (R-1 to R-8)
• Temporary Use Permit No. 18 for Roots and Blues Festival campground (up to 1,000 sites) for 2024-2026
• Public hearing for Zoning Amendment Application ZON-1248 at 1890 10 Avenue SW (R-1 and C-3 to C-3)

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee will discuss a temporary use permit for the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival, allowing up to 1,000 campsites on four properties near 10 Avenue SW and Foothills Road SW. The committee also reviews a zoning bylaw amendment to clarify definitions for building height and grade, a variance to allow larger freestanding signs at 2991 9 Avenue SW, and a development permit for the same property. Additionally, the committee considers updates to fees for Agricultural Land Reserve applications and a new fee reduction for affordable housing permits.

• Temporary Use Permit TUP 18 for Roots and Blues Festival campgrounds, valid for two weeks in July or August 2024-2026, with up to 1,000 campsites.
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment 1286 to redefine 'height of buildings' and 'grade' for clearer measurement rules.
• Development Variance Permit VP-594 to increase maximum sign area at 2991 9 Avenue SW from 12 m² to 17.92 m² per face.
• Development Permit 453 for the same property, with conditions including a landscape letter of credit.
• Fee for Service Bylaw amendment adding fees for ALR applications and a 50-100% permit fee reduction for affordable housing rentals.

Regular Council Meeting

Council will vote on awarding a $946,540 watermain upgrade contract for 10 Avenue SE and 30 Street/20 Avenue SE to D Webb Contracting Ltd., and consider a $40,000 budget reallocation for the project. They will also give final readings to zoning and official community plan amendments for properties at 1821 and 1881 9 Avenue NE, and first readings to a zoning amendment for 1890 10 Avenue SW. Other items include a $45,000 GPS unit purchase, an $80,000 storm main replacement on Canoe Beach Drive, and a $56,510 multi-use path design contract.

• Award $946,540 watermain upgrade contract to D Webb Contracting Ltd. for 10 Avenue SE and 30 Street/20 Avenue SE
• Final readings for zoning amendment (Bylaw 4626) and OCP amendment (Bylaw 4624) for 1821 and 1881 9 Avenue NE
• First reading for zoning amendment (Bylaw 4545) at 1890 10 Avenue SW, subject to ALC buffer and MOTI approval
• Approve $45,000 GPS unit purchase from Spatial Technologies, waiving purchasing policy
• Authorize $80,000 storm main replacement on Canoe Beach Drive (east of 51 St NE) from Drainage Reserve

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel is meeting to authenticate three separate tax assessment rolls for 2024. The body will consider motions to certify the rolls for water main extensions, transportation, and water and sewer frontage.

• Certification of 73 Avenue Water Main Extension Parcel Tax Assessment Roll (6 parcels)
• Certification of Transportation Parcel Tax Assessment Roll (8,160 parcels)
• Certification of Water and Sewer Frontage Tax Assessment Roll (7,461 water properties and 6,531 sewer properties)

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing two applications to change property zoning. The body will also receive results from a community survey regarding the Official Community Plan review.

• Zoning Amendment No. 1248: Rezoning 1890 10 Avenue SW from R-1 and C-3 to C-3 (Service Commercial Zone)
• Zoning Amendment No. 1280: Rezoning 1280 7 Avenue SE from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to R-8 (Residential Suite Zone)
• Review of Community Survey #1 results for the Official Community Plan Review

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm Council is meeting to discuss zoning amendments, public safety grants, and infrastructure purchases. The agenda includes decisions on a new public art policy and various land-use applications.

• Award of $99,800 to Urban Systems for Development Cost Charge Model and Bylaw Update
• Purchase of 80 UV bulbs and 8 sleeves for $41,048.40 from Ramtech Environmental Products
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4631 for 70 and 210 11 Street SE and 1270 Okanagan Avenue SE
• Proposed Fee for Service Amendment Bylaw No. 4633 regarding water and sewer user rates
• Development Variance Permit No. VP-595 for 1621 13 Street SE to reduce rear setback

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing a request to reduce a rear parcel line setback to allow for a balcony. The committee is also receiving information regarding BC Housing Statutes Amendments for small scale multi-unit housing.

• Development Variance Permit No. VP-595 for 1621 13 Street SE to reduce rear setback from 6.0m to 3.3m
• Information presentation on BC Housing Statutes Amendment for small scale multi-unit housing

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments. The body is reviewing budget reallocations for storm extensions and arena structural analysis, as well as property tax write-offs.

• Award of Ross Street Storm Extension project to D Webb Contracting Ltd. for $231,838.00
• Award of Memorial Arena Structural Assessment and Lifecycle Analysis to BAR Engineering Co. Ltd. for $70,552.00
• Purchase of Neptune water meters and transceiver totaling $47,067.79
• Proposed write-off of $5,863.28 in uncollectable property taxes for 164 - 2500 HWY 97B SE
• Zoning and OCP amendment considerations for 1821 9 Avenue NE and 721 Harbourfront Drive NE

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing a request to rezone three properties to high-density residential use. The body is also considering a development permit for form and character and a variance regarding utility servicing.

• Zoning Amendment ZON-1249: Rezoning 70 and 210 11 Street SE and 1270 Okanagan Avenue SE from R-1 and R-4 to R-5 (High Density Residential)
• Development Permit DP-452: Form and character approval for 1260 10 Avenue SW
• Development Variance Permit VP-593: Request to waive underground BC Hydro and telecommunications requirements for 3941 and 3921 20 Street NE
• Agricultural Land Commission: Information received regarding Application No. 66589 for 491 60 Street NW

Regular Council Meeting

The City of Salmon Arm is discussing infrastructure funding, including a pump station loan and rail crossing safety. Council is also reviewing several zoning amendments and a draft Tree Protection Bylaw.

• Proposed $4,226,850.00 loan for Zone 2 Pump Station construction
• Proposed $100,000.00 for Narcisse Street NW rail grade crossing safety improvements
• Zoning and OCP amendments for 1821 9 Avenue NE, 721 Harbourfront Drive NE, and 1721 11 Avenue SE
• Draft Tree Protection Bylaw for information
• Request for preliminary update on Tech-Crete Processors Ltd. sanitary sewer extension on 13 Avenue SW

Development and Planning Services Committee

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing applications to change the land use and zoning for properties at 1821 and 1881 9 Avenue NE. The committee will decide whether to recommend these changes to the City Council.

• OCP Amendment No. OCP4000-56 to change 1821 9 Avenue NE from Medium Density Residential to Highway Service/Tourist Commercial
• Zoning amendment to add a new 'CD-21 - Comprehensive Development Zone - 21' to Zoning Bylaw No. 2303
• Zoning Amendment No. ZON-1275 to rezone 1821 9 Avenue NE from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to CD-21
• Zoning Amendment No. ZON-1275 to rezone 1881 9 Avenue NE from C-3 (Service Commercial) to CD-21

Regular Council Meeting

Council will reconsider an Official Community Plan amendment and a zoning bylaw for 721 Harbourfront Drive NE, changing the land use designation from LR to MR and the zoning from R-8 to R-4. They will also give final reading to the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw and introduce borrowing and parcel tax bylaws. Other items include agreements for Elks Park and pickleball courts, and notices of motion on an e-scooter pilot program and a food security plan.

• Reconsideration of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 4601 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4602 for 721 Harbourfront Drive NE
• Final reading of 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 4616
• Introduction of Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 4617 and Water/Sewer Frontage Parcel Tax Bylaws
• Authorization of Field Use Agreement with Salmon Arm Elks Recreation Society for Elks Park (April 2024-October 2028)
• Notice of motion for e-scooter pilot program and food security plan