Revelstoke public meetings in 2024

Special Council

This special council meeting will consider rescinding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2402 and Development Permit DP2024-013 for 1004 Fourth Street East, and will direct staff to conduct public notification by hand delivery and digital means for a new rezoning application to be considered on January 14, 2025. The agenda also includes adoption of the December 10, 2024 regular council minutes, which contain decisions on the 2025-2029 financial plan, including a 6% property tax increase for 2025 and various user rate increases.

• Rescind Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2402 and Development Permit DP2024-013 for 1004 Fourth Street East
• Direct staff to conduct public notification by hand delivery and digital means for new rezoning application
• Adopt minutes from December 10, 2024 regular council meeting
• December 10 minutes include 6% property tax increase for 2025 and 3% for 2026-2029
• December 10 minutes include 10% garbage rate increase for 2025 and 5% for 2026-2029

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is deciding whether to approve a Heritage Alteration Permit and Development Permit for a 23-room hotel with a ground-floor restaurant at 400 & 404 Mackenzie Avenue, which would rehabilitate the heritage McCarty House. Staff recommend approval with parking and loading variances, but a motion from a previous council meeting proposes denial due to non-compliance with zoning, heritage guidelines, and the Official Community Plan. The committee will also hear a presentation from Revelstoke Mountain Resort and receive updates on the zoning bylaw rewrite and public events.

• Heritage Alteration Permit HAP2024-002 and Development Permit DP2024-004 for 400 & 404 Mackenzie Avenue (hotel and restaurant, 23 rooms)
• Variance to reduce restaurant parking from 7 spaces to 0 and loading space from 1 to 0
• Motion to deny permits due to non-compliance with Zoning Bylaw No. 2299, Heritage Conservation Area Guidelines, and Official Community Plan
• Revelstoke Mountain Resort presentation on 2024 progress and upcoming projects
• Zoning Bylaw Re-write Update and 2024 CAPE Year End Report

Council

Council is deciding on the 2025-2029 financial plan, including property tax increases and utility rate hikes, plus new spending on staff and projects. They will also consider zoning amendments for two properties and a 30 km/h speed limit recommendation. The meeting includes a delegation from Special Olympics and routine approvals of minutes and meeting schedules.

• 2025-2029 financial plan: property tax increase (percentage not specified for 2025, 3% annually 2026-2029), utility rate increases (garbage 10% in 2025, 5% thereafter; water, sewer, Big Eddy water 5% annually)
• New operating spending: $438,367 total tax impact, including 1.0 FTE Flex Firefighter ($125,580), 1.0 FTE Accounting Technician ($112,527), 1.0 FTE Planning Technician ($60,786), RCMP part-time clerk ($49,824)
• Capital projects: Heritage Management Plan ($245,000), RCMP interview system ($55,000), Westside Road barriers ($50,000), climbing wall & diving board ($50,000), irrigation track field ($75,000)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2403 for 1981 Leidloff Road (M. Wesley, K. Wesley & J. Wesley) - third reading and adoption
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2402 and Development Permit DP2024-013 for 14-unit multi-family development at 1004 Fourth Street East - first, second, third reading and adoption

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will discuss options for traffic calming and bike lanes on Fourth Street from Illecillewaet Bridge to the Townley Street Roundabout. The agenda includes a staff report evaluating three cross-section and three intersection design options, with a preference for raised bike lanes and raised crossings. The committee will also review old business items including the Oak Drive and Highway 1 intersection and the Revelstoke Local Food Initiative composting project.

• Fourth Street traffic calming: three cross-section options (on-street bike lanes, bike lanes with parking, raised bike lanes) with costs from $5,175/m to $5,925/m
• Fourth Street intersection options: three designs (street-level, raised pedestrian crossovers, raised crossings) with costs from $473,000 to $555,000
• Preferred option would remove all 124 on-street parking spaces on Fourth Street
• Oak Drive and Highway 1 intersection: developer required to make improvements before Walkabout development occupancy
• Public Works Yard Master Plan: estimated $11 million upgrade project to be discussed

Finance Committee Meeting

The Revelstoke Finance Committee will review Q3 financial reports comparing budget to actuals across all funds and discuss tax shift examples. The meeting also includes adopting the previous meeting's minutes. No public hearings or delegations are scheduled.

• Q3 Financial Reporting Budget to Actuals for General, Water, Sewer, Big Eddy Water Works, Vehicle & Equipment funds
• Tax Shift Examples discussion
• Adoption of Finance Committee Minutes from October 16, 2024

Social Development Committee

The Revelstoke Social Development Committee is meeting to discuss social development matters, including a follow-up on the city's cold weather response plan, the 2024 living wage calculation, and several grant programs. The committee will also review its member terms and biographies, and assess progress on social development aspects of the Official Community Plan. The agenda includes routine items like adopting previous minutes and receiving updates on staffing and a grant for Oscar Street servicing.

• Follow-up on Revelstoke Emergency Weather Response Plan - Cold Weather Response
• Living Wage for 2024 discussion
• City of Revelstoke Grants In Aid and ReDi Grants review
• Progress review of social development aspects of the Official Community Plan (OCP)
• BC REDIP-FIT Grant - Oscar Street Servicing status update

Council

Council will consider issuing a heritage alteration permit and development permit for a hotel and restaurant at 400 & 404 Mackenzie Avenue, including parking and loading variances. They will also adopt 2025 fees and utility rate bylaws, and hear presentations on local food and tourism.

• Heritage Alteration Permit HAP2024-002 and Development Permit DP2024-004 for 400 & 404 Mackenzie Avenue (hotel and restaurant, parking variance from 7 to 0 spaces)
• Adoption of 2025 Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2399
• Adoption of 2025 Utility Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 2400
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2403 for 1981 Leidloff Road
• Approval of 2024 Housing Needs Report and Tourism MRDT Tactical Plan

Multipurpose Facility Advisory Committee

The Multipurpose Facility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss new business items including site analysis, benchmarking costs, and project scenarios for a proposed multipurpose facility. The committee will also adopt minutes from its June and September 2024 meetings. The agenda includes an in-camera session for preliminary negotiations on a municipal service, which is closed to the public.

• Site analysis for the multipurpose facility
• Benchmarking costs for the project
• Project scenarios discussion
• Adoption of June 19, 2024 and September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• In-camera session under Section 90.1(k) of the Community Charter for preliminary negotiations

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee is meeting to review the Public Works Master Plan, including a detailed assessment of the Public Works Operations Yard, and to discuss the ICBC Heat Map. The agenda includes adopting the previous meeting's minutes and addressing old business.

• Review of Public Works Master Plan, including a 2022 assessment of the Public Works Operations Yard
• Discussion of ICBC Heat Map
• Adoption of October 17, 2024 minutes

Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission

The Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss economic development activities, including a progress report covering the airport, a REDIP grant application, and the Stoked Masstimber Showcase. They will also review 2025 meeting dates, member terms, and data project ideas. The agenda includes adoption of minutes and routine administrative items.

• REDIP grant application completed for Section 17, Parcel 1
• Airport feasibility study and master planning discussion
• 2025 meeting schedule proposed (9 dates, exceeds 6-meeting limit)
• Member terms ending December 2024
• Data project ideas to tell community story

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, receive a verbal update on the fire department's third-quarter report, and then move into a closed session to discuss matters related to information disclosure and preliminary negotiations for municipal services. The agenda is largely procedural, with the fire report being the only substantive public item.

• Fire department Q3 report: 154 calls, 10 fires, estimated losses over $1.1 million
• Fire response times below NFPA benchmark (0% within 5:20 for structure fires)
• Volunteer firefighter numbers down to 24, below target of 36
• In-camera session under Community Charter sections 90.1(j) and (k)

Council

Revelstoke Council is deciding on several items, including developing a 2025 Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw, proceeding with final design of the Waste Water Treatment Plant, and circulating the Financial Plans for public feedback. The Financial Plans propose a 7% property tax increase in 2025 (with 3% for the arena rehabilitation reserve fund) and increases to garbage, water, sewer, and Big Eddy water rates. Council will also consider first, second, and third readings of the Fees and Charges and Utility Rates Amendment Bylaws, and a development permit for a multi-family development at 2104 Airport Way.

• 2025 property tax increase of 7% (3% for arena rehabilitation reserve fund) and scenarios of 6%, 5%, and 4%
• Garbage rates increase 10% in 2025; water, Big Eddy water, sewer user rates and frontage charges each increase 5%
• Public engagement sessions for Financial Plans on November 28, 2024, 12:00-1:30 p.m. and 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Revelstoke Community Centre (600 Campbell Avenue)
• Development Permit DP2024-12 for ground-oriented multi-family development at 2104 Airport Way (Revelstoke Alpine Village Inc.)
• Staff to proceed with final design of Waste Water Treatment Plant

BUDGET Committee of the Whole

The Budget Committee of the Whole is reviewing the City's draft Long-Term Financial Plan (2025–2039), which proposes a 6% property tax increase for 2025 (with 4% and 5% alternatives), a 10% garbage rate increase, and 5% increases for water, Big Eddy water, and sewer rates. The committee will consider recommending the plan for public feedback and scheduling a public engagement session on November 28, 2024. The plan also includes operating and capital spending packages, with the only 2025 debt-financed project being the Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade.

• Proposed 6% property tax increase in 2025 (alternatives: 4% and 5%)
• Proposed 10% garbage rate increase in 2025
• Proposed 5% increases for water, Big Eddy water, and sewer rates in 2025
• Draft 2025 capital spending totals $31,997,000, including $18,469,000 for Sewer Utility DCC
• Public engagement session scheduled for November 28, 2024, at Revelstoke Community Centre

Heritage Advisory Commission

The Heritage Advisory Commission will review two Heritage Alteration Permit applications for new construction and renovation within the Revelstoke Station Heritage Conservation Area, and will also decide on the 2025 meeting schedule. The commission provides comments and recommendations to Council on whether the proposals align with heritage design guidelines.

• HAP2024-004: New two-storey dwelling with basement suite at 101 Sixth St E, requesting variances for side yard setbacks and deck/roof projections
• HAP2024-005: Exterior renovation at 112 Third St E to add living space within existing dwelling and basement suite
• 2025 meeting dates: two schedule options proposed (first Monday of every second month, avoiding stat holidays)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Revelstoke Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt minutes, hear reports, and discuss new business including a Youth Liaison report and a 'What We Heard' report on youth priorities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Youth Access Fund: $17,991.58 disbursed to 80 youth this year; remaining budget $7,555.36
• Adopt-A-Tree Project: youth awarded $750 grant, distributed 55 plants to 8 organizations
• Youth Liaison report highlights programs like kayaking, bouldering, and climbing club
• YIC 'What We Heard' report: 291 youth surveyed; priorities include transportation, affordability, mental health supports, and youth spaces
• In camera session scheduled under Community Charter sections 90.1

Council

Council is deciding on several items including a $765,400 contract for a pump track at Centennial Park, grant applications for a Westside Lands feasibility study and a Pearkes Drive multi-use pathway, and adoption of zoning and business licensing bylaws. They will also discuss budget increases for council travel and training, and a short-term rental bylaw review.

• Contract award to Velosolutions for pump track design and construction at Centennial Park, $765,400 plus taxes
• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2397 and Business Licensing Amendment Bylaw No. 2398
• Application for REDIP and CanExport funding for Westside Lands feasibility study, with $12,500 CSRD allocation recommendation
• Application for BC Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant for Pearkes Drive multi-use pathway from Allen Road to Colbeck Road
• Finance Committee recommendations to increase Mayor and Council conference/training budget by $15,000 in 2025

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss several infrastructure items, including the Oak Street and Highway 1 intersection, Waste Water Treatment Plant phasing, Big Eddy and Illecillewaet Bridge ownership, and the Pearkes Drive Multi-Use Pathway. A delegation from the Revelstoke Local Food Initiative will present on commercial composting. The agenda also includes adoption of the August 22, 2024 minutes.

• Oak Street and Highway 1 intersection discussion
• Waste Water Treatment Plant phasing
• Big Eddy Bridge and Illecillewaet Bridge ownership
• Pearkes Drive Multi Use Pathway
• Revelstoke Local Food Initiative presentation on commercial composting

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is meeting to continue preliminary review of the 2025 budget, including operating and capital spending initiatives, reserve balances, and key projects. They will also adopt the minutes from the October 9 meeting, which included recommendations for a 1.25% base tax increase and a 2.63% increase from recommended operating spending initiatives. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business, delegations, or correspondence.

• 2025 Budget Timeline review
• Reserve Level Balances, including Arena Redevelopment Reserve and sewer reserves
• Operating Spending Initiatives (recommended items account for $423,000 or 2.63% tax increase)
• Capital Spending Initiatives, including SCADA upgrade and Heritage Management Plan
• Key Utility Capital Projects, including WWTP upgrades and DCC bylaw update

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to its governing bylaw (No. 1650) that would shift its role from reviewing individual development permits and zoning amendments to focusing on policy-setting, allow more flexibility in choosing a Chair and Vice-Chair, and clarify conflict-of-interest rules. The commission is asked to provide comments or recommendations for Council's consideration. The agenda also includes adoption of the September 17, 2024 minutes, which are included in the packet.

• Proposed bylaw amendments would reduce APC review of development permits and zoning amendments, potentially cutting processing times by 3-5 weeks
• APC would meet every other month instead of monthly, with 8 meetings scheduled in 2024
• Chair and Vice-Chair could be changed at any meeting by affirmative vote, not just at first meeting of year
• New conflict-of-interest clause requires members to declare pecuniary interests and leave discussions
• September minutes show APC supported a 14-unit stacked row house at 1004 Fourth St. and a 61-unit multi-family development at 2104 Airport Way

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a staff report proposing updates to the 2025 Fees and Charges Bylaw, including an average 6% increase in fees, new fees, and deletions. The committee will recommend that Council develop an amendment bylaw based on the proposed changes. The agenda also includes a third-quarter report from Parks, Recreation & Culture and a closed session for preliminary negotiations on a municipal service.

• Average 6% increase in fees and charges across most schedules
• New fees: building permit extension $120, demolition bonds up to $5,000, parkland event fees up to $300/day
• New fire safety inspection fees ranging from $180 to $540
• Increase in building permit reduction for registered professionals from $500 to $5,000
• Deleted fees: eServices convenience fee, pool merchandise, duplicate swim diaper fee

Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission

The Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss economic development activities, including a report on the Economic Development Association of Canada conference, a September progress report, and updates on the tech strategy with survey results and Idea Factory opportunities. The commission will also review a project to profile its members.

• Economic Development Association of Canada Conference highlights
• Tech Survey Results and Idea Factory Opportunities
• Revelstoke Community Forest Corporation Tour
• Economic Development Commission Members Profile Project
• Progress Report September

Budget Finance Committee Meeting

The Revelstoke Finance Committee is meeting to review reserve level balances, operating and capital spending initiatives, and key general and utility capital projects for the 2025 budget. The agenda includes discussion of the 2025 draft budget and long-term financial plans.

• Review of reserve level balances and 15-year projections
• Operating spending initiatives for 2025
• Capital spending initiatives for 2025
• Key general capital projects
• Key utility capital projects

Council

Revelstoke Council is meeting to adopt several bylaws, including the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2396, which exempts certain properties from municipal taxation. They will also consider zoning and business licence amendments to allow daycares in all zones, and approve funding recommendations for community projects and transit expansion.

• Adoption of 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2396
• Zoning Text Amendment Bylaw No. 2397 to allow 'Day Care' as a permitted use in all zones
• Business Licence and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2398
• Approval of $119,000 in Resort Municipality Initiative funding for arts, culture, and events
• Recommendations to allocate $25,000 and $12,500 from the Economic Opportunity Fund

Special Council

This is a special council meeting with no public business on the agenda. The only substantive item is a closed-door (in camera) session held under a section of the Community Charter that allows confidential discussions. The meeting is expected to be brief and procedural.

• In camera session under Section 90.1 (j) of the Community Charter

Social Development Committee

The Revelstoke Social Development Committee is meeting to follow up on the city's Heat Emergency Response Plan and Community Economic Development staffing. New business includes setting 2025 meeting dates, renewing committee terms that expire in December 2024, and discussing new Living Wage BC calculation requirements with three tiers. The agenda also includes adopting the June 26, 2024 minutes.

• Follow-up on Revelstoke Heat Emergency Response Plan
• Community Economic Development staffing update
• 2025 meeting dates: Jan 22, Feb 26, Apr 23, May 28, Jun 25, Sep 24, Nov 26
• Social Development Committee term renewals (majority end Dec 2024)
• Living Wage BC new 3-tier calculation requirements

Multipurpose Facility Advisory Committee

The Multipurpose Facility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the vision and branding, project timeline, site locations, programming trends, and costing for a proposed multipurpose facility. The agenda includes an interactive session and next steps, with no decisions listed for public vote. The meeting also includes adoption of the June 19, 2024 minutes and a possible in-camera session.

• Discussion of vision and branding for the multipurpose facility
• Review of project timeline and site locations
• Discussion of programming trends and costing
• Interactive session on facility planning
• Adoption of minutes from June 19, 2024 meeting

Council

Council is holding a public hearing and will vote on a development variance permit and development permit for 411 & 501 Simpson Street, proposing 18 secondary suites and six row houses. They will also consider recommendations on Aquatic Centre service levels, release of draft Development Cost Charges for public engagement, and first reading of the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and routine items.

• Public hearing for DVP2024-10 and DP2024-009 at 411 & 501 Simpson Street: variances to reduce parking requirements for secondary suites and visitor parking, allow parking in front yard, and reduce mobility-challenged parking spaces; development permit for six row houses (tri-plexes) with secondary suites.
• Recommendation to include Aquatic Centre service level increase in 2025 budget process.
• Recommendation to release draft Development Cost Charges for public engagement.
• First reading of 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2396 (list of exempt properties).
• Correspondence: Wildsight request for letter of support re: Urban Forest Initiative.

Tourism Initiatives Committee

The Tourism Initiatives Committee is meeting to review the Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) budget, consider funding requests for recreation, arts, culture, and events, and discuss the draft 2025-2027 Resort Development Strategy budget. The agenda includes a budget update and several funding applications.

• RMI Budget Update: total funds available of $2,490,900 across 2022-2025, with $1,547,991 in 90% disbursement and $172,000 in 10% disbursement
• Funding request: Revelstoke Cycling Association - Flowdown Adaptive Bridges ($8,000 total, $6,000 requested)
• Funding request: Revelstoke Mountain Resort - Natural Selection Tour venue build ($150,000 total, $50,000 requested)
• Funding request: Revelstoke Outdoor Art Movement - RMR Village Art Takeover Phase 1 ($60,000 total, $33,000 requested)
• Funding requests for events: LUNA Festival ($55,000), Revy.Live/Summer Street Fest ($15,000), Winter Carnival 2025 ($15,000), and others

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing a rezoning application and development permit for a 14-unit stacked rowhouse at 1004 Fourth Street, and a development permit for a 61-unit multi-family development at 2104 Airport Way. The Commission will provide comments and recommendations to Council on these proposals. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Rezoning from R3 to Comprehensive Development Zone for 14-unit stacked rowhouse at 1004 Fourth Street
• Development permit for form and character of 14-unit rowhouse (1-3 bedroom units) at 1004 Fourth Street
• Development permit for 61-unit ground-oriented multi-family strata at 2104 Airport Way (Revelstoke Mountain Resort)
• Adoption of minutes from July 30, 2024 meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including an update on Development Cost Charges, the 2025 meeting schedule, and a Resort Municipality Initiative update. The agenda also includes a delegation from the Revelstoke Boxing Club requesting a new location and an RCMP quarterly report. Two in-camera sessions are scheduled for preliminary negotiations on municipal services.

• Revelstoke Boxing Club delegation requesting a new location after eviction from Powerhouse Rd property
• Development Cost Charges (DCC) update
• 2025 meeting dates discussion, including conflicts with SILGA conference and Remembrance Day
• Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) update, including $1.478M in funding allocated to 22 projects
• RCMP 2nd Quarter Community Policing Report

Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission

The Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss economic development initiatives, including potential grant applications for rural development and export programs, and to set its 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes a progress report from staff and an update on the Destination Management Plan.

• Discussion of Rural Economic Development and Infrastructure Program (REDIP) and CanExport Community Investments grants
• 2025 meeting dates proposed for the second Wednesday of each month
• Creative City Summit information gathering for future cultural planning
• Progress report for June/July/August, including introduction of new Director of Community Economic Development
• Destination Management Plan update

Special Council

This is a special council meeting that was called to order and then immediately moved into a closed (in camera) session. The closed session is permitted under the Community Charter for discussions about labour or employee relations and for talks with municipal officers about annual report objectives. No public business items are listed on the agenda.

• Meeting moved to in camera under Community Charter Sections 90.1 (c) and (l)
• Closed session topics: labour/employee relations and annual report discussions with municipal officers

Council

This is a regular Council meeting with several substantive items. Council will vote on adopting two zoning amendment bylaws (recommended for denial), a subdivision bylaw, a development permit amendment for a row house project, and a staff recommendation to apply for federal Housing Accelerator Fund funding. They will also consider committee recommendations on the 2025 Development Cost Charge update, a heritage property tax exemption for 714 Mackenzie Avenue, and the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemptions list, which includes a proposed amendment to exclude one organization.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2393 (Terry Dufloth) recommended for denial
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2394 (Ross & Phyllis Lang) recommended for denial
• Development permit amendment for 7-unit row house at 1836 Hay Road and 1738 Grizzly Lane
• Staff to submit Housing Accelerator Fund Round 2 application to CMHC
• 2025 Permissive Tax Exemptions list totaling $480,068, with amendment to exclude Community Partners for Others Relief Society

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is deciding on a 10-year heritage property tax exemption for 714 Mackenzie Avenue, tied to a Heritage Revitalization Agreement for restoration. It will also review the 2025 permissive tax exemption list for numerous non-profits and discuss a tax burden shift example. The agenda includes adoption of prior minutes and routine items.

• Heritage tax exemption request for 714 Mackenzie Avenue (CRP Superintendent House) for 10 years starting 2025, conditional on Heritage Revitalization Agreement
• 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption list with estimated exemptions totaling $480,068 for 2025, $504,071 for 2026, $529,275 for 2027
• Tax Burden Shift Example Review discussion

Council

Council is deciding on several items, including adding the CPR Superintendent House at 714 Mackenzie Avenue to the Community Heritage Register and adopting a Heritage Revitalization Agreement to restore it in exchange for allowing a short-term rental. They will also vote on a zoning amendment denial for 3057 McInnes Road, a subdivision servicing bylaw, a free transit policy for elections, and other permits and reports.

• Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 2390 for 714 Mackenzie Avenue (CPR Superintendent House) to allow restoration and short-term rental
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2391 for 3057 McInnes Road recommended for denial
• Subdivision, Development and Servicing Amendment Bylaw No. 2392 first, second, and third reading
• Free Transit for Elections Policy A-26 approval
• Heritage Alteration Permit for 805 & 815 Mackenzie Avenue for caretaker's suite and gazebo

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will hear a presentation on draft Development Cost Charges (DCCs), which are fees charged to new development to help pay for infrastructure like roads, water, sewer, and parks. The presentation covers growth projections, project costs, and proposed rates, and the committee will provide direction before the draft goes to Council. The agenda also includes brief updates on the YRV Airport, Bio Heat Facility, Log Jam, and Illecillewaet Bridge, plus a closed session on land matters.

• Draft DCC update: $138.7M in projects, $61.6M allocated to growth
• Proposed DCC rates for transportation, water, sewer, and parks
• Assist factor options (1% to 30%) affecting developer subsidies
• Forgone DCC revenue estimated at $6.239M from 2019-2024
• 2025 meeting dates to be set

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review three development permit applications, including a proposal to rehabilitate the heritage McCarty House and add a 23-room hotel with a ground-floor restaurant at 400 Mackenzie Avenue. They will also consider amendments to a multi-family development at 1738 Grizzly Lane/Keystone Crescent and a new row house project at 411-501 Simpson Street. The commission provides comments and recommendations to Council on the form and character of these developments.

• DP2024-004: Commercial development permit for heritage rehabilitation and hotel/restaurant addition at 400 Mackenzie Avenue
• DP2022-004 Amendment: Amend form and character of one seven-unit row house at 1738 Grizzly Lane/Keystone Crescent
• DP2024-009: Multi-family development permit for six three-unit row houses with secondary suites at 411-501 Simpson Street
• Adoption of minutes from July 16, 2024 (meeting did not occur due to lack of quorum) and June 24, 2024

Council

Council will consider adopting three zoning amendment bylaws for properties on Camozzi Road and Big Eddy Road, which would allow residential development and short-term rentals. They will also vote on providing free transit on provincial election day and naming a new road Bernacki Place. The meeting includes routine adoption of minutes and a closed session for legal and service negotiations.

• Zoning Bylaw 2387: Rezone 3139 & 3145 Camozzi Road to R2 and RTA-1 for residential and short-term rental use
• Zoning Bylaw 2388: Rezone 759 Big Eddy Road
• Zoning Bylaw 2389: Rezone 3127 Camozzi Road
• Free transit on October 19, 2024 provincial election, with $300 from Council Contingency Fund
• Road naming 'Bernacki Place' for unnamed right-of-way abutting Colbeck Road

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee is receiving an update on the Nichol Road Multi Use Path (MUP) project, which is grant-funded and under construction, and a verbal update on water metering. The agenda also includes adoption of the May 16, 2024 minutes. No decisions are listed for these items; they are for discussion and information.

• Nichol Road MUP Phase 2 from Airport Way to Park Drive, funded by $500,000 BC Active Transportation grant and $450,000 RMI funding, total $950,000
• Construction estimate $816,490; total project approx. $875,705 with 8% contingency
• Project scope includes 3m paved pathway, two bus stops, paved pullout for Canada Post boxes, stormwater system, and tree removal
• Progress: 5 trees removed, bird survey completed, Canada Post to relocate post boxes
• Water metering verbal update by Kirk Stinchcombe of Econics

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing three development permit applications, including a proposal to rehabilitate the heritage McCarty House at 400 Mackenzie Avenue into a 23-room boutique hotel with a ground-floor restaurant. The commission will provide comments and recommendations to Council on the form and character of these developments, as well as consider amendments to a multi-family development and a new multi-family residential project.

• DP2024-004: Rehabilitation of heritage McCarty House at 400 Mackenzie Avenue into a 23-room hotel with ground-floor restaurant, including exterior renovations and new additions
• DP2022-004 Amendment: Amend form and character of one seven-unit row house at 1738 Grizzly Lane/Keystone Crescent
• DP2024-009: Form and character for six three-unit row houses with secondary suites at 411-501 Simpson Street
• Heritage Advisory Commission comments on HAP2024-002/DP2024-004, including support for restoring original wood siding and concerns about new additions' design guidance
• Applicant revisions include stepping back new building mass, adding front patio, and providing 7 parking spaces with additional 6 spaces secured at 510 Mackenzie Avenue

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing updates on the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan development. Staff also presented communications statistics and the 2023 Revelstoke Fire Department Annual Report.

• Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan development update
• 2023 Revelstoke Fire Department Annual Report
• 1st Quarter Revelstoke Fire Department detailed report
• City communications statistics comparison (2023 vs 2024)
• $190,691.32 approved FireSmart Community Funding & Supports

Council

The City Council will review a development permit amendment for three multi-family residential and mixed-use buildings at 420 Downie Street. The project, owned by the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation, includes apartment and row house units along with a child care facility. Additionally, the Columbia Basin Trust will present its management plan and recent community highlights.

• Development Permit Amendment DP2022-017 for 420 Downie Street
• Construction of three multi-family/mixed-use buildings and a child care facility
• Columbia Basin Trust presentation on 10-year strategic direction
• Authorization of 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement

Heritage Advisory Commission

The Heritage Advisory Commission is reviewing a Heritage Alteration Permit for the Minto Manor property. The proposal includes constructing a two-bedroom caretaker's suite above an existing garage and building an open-air gazebo on a concrete slab.

• Heritage Alteration Permit HAP2024-003 for 805-815 Mackenzie Avenue
• Construction of an 840 sq. ft. two-bedroom caretaker's suite above an existing garage
• Construction of an open-air gazebo on an existing 9.29 sq. m. concrete slab
• Addition of 110 sq. ft. to the existing garage for storage and a staircase

Special Council

The City is considering approval of a cost-sharing agreement with BC Transit for the 2024-25 period. This agreement covers transit services including fixed route, paratransit, and the Resort Shuttle. The City's portion of the transit costs is estimated at $385,071.

• Approval of the 2024-25 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement (AOA)
• Estimated City share of BC Transit costs: $385,071
• Estimated Resort Shuttle annual operating costs: $570,000
• Proposed 2% increase ($7,361) in the City's portion of transit costs compared to 2022-23

Social Development Committee

The Social Development Committee is reviewing updates to its own Terms of Reference and discussing emergency preparedness and staffing. The committee also recommended establishing a Food Security Coordinator role to be overseen by the Revelstoke Local Food Initiative.

• Recommendation to establish a Food Security Coordinator role funded by the City and CSRD Economic Opportunity Fund ($20,000 annually)
• Recommendation to adopt the November 2022 Food Security Strategy
• Proposed amendment to Committee Terms of Reference to include a Community Connections representative
• Request for staff to prepare a 2025 budget spending package for increased Food Security Coordinator funding
• Discussion regarding the potential reintroduction of an Environmental Sustainability Coordinator role

Council

The Council will consider the approval of the 2023 Annual Report and a zoning amendment for 511 Cedar Street. Other items include approving the BC Transit operating agreement and a request for economic funding for an immigration pilot program.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2386 for 511 Cedar Street
• 2023 Annual Report approval
• BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement for 2024-25
• 2023 Statement of Financial Information approval
• Request for up to $20,000 annually for five years for the East Kootenay Immigration Pilot program

*Rescheduled* Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests, including proposals for duplexes and tourism accommodations. The meeting will also address the ongoing Zoning Bylaw Comprehensive Re-Write project.

• Rezoning 759 Big Eddy Road from RR04 to R2A to allow for four duplexes
• Rezoning 3139 & 3145 Camozzi Road to allow for tourism accommodation
• Rezoning 3127 Camozzi Rd to RTA1 for tourism accommodation and subdivision
• Rezoning 3057 McInnes Road to R2v to permit a full home short term rental
• Discussion of the Zoning Bylaw Comprehensive Re-Write workshop

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will review updates on the Revelstoke Windphone project and discuss new artwork for City Hall. The meeting also includes an in-camera session regarding prohibited information.

• Revelstoke Windphone project update
• Artwork for City Hall discussion
• In-camera session regarding protected information

Multipurpose Facility Advisory Committee

The Multipurpose Facility Advisory Committee is meeting to review its Terms of Reference and conduct an Impact Workshop. The committee's role is to advise Council on the development of a concept plan for a new multipurpose facility. The workshop aims to define the facility's community impact and help shape a project vision.

• Review of Terms of Reference for the Multipurpose Facility Advisory Committee
• Impact Workshop to define community vision and social impact intentions
• Committee oversight of site evaluation, design concepts, and anticipated costs

Special Council

The City of Revelstoke is considering the adoption of Water Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2384. This bylaw aims to ensure the City's ability to enact water conservation measures. It proposes specific permitted hours for sprinkling, irrigation, and washing driveways, sidewalks, and roadways.

• Adoption of Water Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2384
• New permitted hours for irrigation and washing: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
• New water use schedule: Odd addresses (Tue, Thu, Sat) and Even addresses (Wed, Fri, Sun)

Committee of the Whole

Revelstoke's Committee of the Whole meets June 13, 2024 with a light agenda. The main item is a presentation from Revelstoke Mountain Resort, alongside a bylaw compliance statistics report and a year-end report from the Revelstoke Curling Club. No bylaws, unfinished business, staff reports, or in-camera items are scheduled.

• Revelstoke Mountain Resort Update presentation (agenda item 6a)
• Bylaw Compliance Statistics for 2024 1st Quarter: 810 calls for service, up 23% from 660 in the same period in 2023
• Bylaw Compliance issued 291 tickets and collected $14,095 from 162 paid tickets in the 1st Quarter
• Revelstoke Curling Club 2023 Year End Report: reported profit of $32,412.95 and a $769.87 payment to the City
• Adoption of the May 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes

Council

The Council is reviewing a zoning amendment to allow developers to pay cash instead of building affordable housing units. They are also discussing water regulation updates and a new liquor licence application for the Revelstoke Grizzlies Hockey Society.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2385 regarding cash-in-lieu for affordable housing units
• Water Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2384 regarding drought restrictions
• Liquor Licence Application LIQ2024-003 for Revelstoke Grizzlies Hockey Society at 1100 Vernon Avenue
• License of Occupation for Downie Timber Ltd. to prohibit public access via Mill Street and Victoria Road
• Approval of the 2023 Annual Report for public inspection

Council

The Council is reviewing the Heritage Management Plan and considering a new Food Security Coordinator role. The agenda also includes zoning amendments to address Bill 44 and various grant applications.

• Approval of the Heritage Management Plan prepared by Denise Cook Design
• Establishment of a Food Security Coordinator role funded by $20,000 annually
• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2380 (Bill 44 updates)
• Grant-in-aid of $1,000 in-kind benefits for Community Connections bus tickets
• Adoption of Water Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2384

NO QUORUM - Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for 2024-05-27 did not occur because a quorum was not present.

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is reviewing grant-in-aid applications and the schedule for the 2025 draft budget. The committee also reviewed the 2023 Development Cost Charge summary.

• Recommendation to grant $1,000 in-kind bus tickets to Community Connections
• Recommendation to reject late 2024 grant application from Community Response Network
• Approval of the 2025 Draft Budget timeline
• Review of 2023 Development Cost Charge summary totaling $7,764,846

Social Development Committee

The Social Development Committee is reviewing updated Terms of Reference to improve committee function and quorum. They are also recommending the establishment of a Food Security Coordinator role and the adoption of a Food Security Strategy.

• Recommendation to establish a Food Security Coordinator role overseen by Revelstoke Local Food Initiative
• Proposed annual funding of $20,000 for the Food Security Coordinator from City taxation and Columbia Shuswap Regional District
• Recommendation to adopt the Food Security Strategy dated November 2022
• Proposed update to Committee Terms of Reference to reduce quorum from 8 to 7 members
• Proposed annual meeting schedule for January, February, April, May, June, September, and November

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will hear a presentation regarding Fourth Street traffic calming and review proposed updates to water restrictions. The meeting also includes a verbal update on the Fourth Street project.

• Delegation: Mike Macneil (Friends of Go by Bike) regarding Fourth Street Traffic Calming
• Verbal update on Fourth Street Traffic Calming
• Proposed updated water restrictions

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a completed Heritage Management Plan for potential approval and inclusion in the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce and a review of the RCMP's 1st Quarter Communications Report.

• Heritage Management Plan recommendation for Council approval
• Proposed 2025 budget spending initiative for heritage implementation
• RCMP 1st Quarter Communications Report regarding service calls
• Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce presentation
• Discussion of potential Heritage Procedures Bylaw

Council

The Council is reviewing the 2023 audited financial statements and discussing a non-profit housing developer model. The meeting also includes several development permit applications and zoning bylaw amendments.

• Approval of 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements
• Endorsement of Non-Profit Housing Developer and Operator model (Option #1)
• Development Permit for 33-unit apartment at 1750/1730 Trans Canada Highway
• Development Permit Amendment for 31 row houses at 1222 Douglas Street
• Adoption of 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2381

Special Council

Council is considering a contract award for an indoor multisport facility feasibility study and approving terms for an advisory committee. Additionally, they are reviewing a first reading for rezoning and an Official Community Plan amendment at 200 Third Street East.

• Awarding $177,900 contract to HCMA Architecture & Design for multisport facility feasibility study
• Approval of Terms of Reference for the MultiSport Facility Advisory Committee
• First reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2382 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2383 for 200 Third Street East
• Pre-approval for Revelstoke Fire Department to assist BC Wildfire Service during 2024 season

Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission

The Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair for the remainder of 2024. The meeting includes updates on the Resort Development Strategy process and the airport flight school.

• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• 2025-2027 Resort Development Strategy process update
• Airport flight school update
• Downie Timber site tour debrief
• In-camera session regarding municipal service negotiations

Heritage Advisory Commission

The Heritage Advisory Commission is reviewing a proposal to restore the abandoned 'CPR Superintendent House' to its original character. The application includes a Heritage Revitalization Agreement to allow the property to operate as a short-term rental and includes plans for future caretaker carriage house construction.

• Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA2024-004) for 714 Mackenzie Avenue
• Proposed use change to full home short-term rental
• Heritage Alteration Permit and Commercial Development Permit (HAP2024-002) for hotel and restaurant addition
• Restoration of Arts and Crafts style home with wood cladding and asphalt shingle roof
• Proposed removal of one maple tree for parking access from Seventh Street

Council

The City Council is reviewing the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw, which proposes an even 5% tax increase across all classes. The meeting also includes discussions on museum elevator contracts, economic fund recommendations, and multiple development permit applications.

• 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2381 (proposed 5% increase)
• Museum elevator contract award to Gibraltar Holdings Ltd. for $583,879.14
• Recommendation to allocate $100,000 to recreational groups for trails and amenities
• Recommendation to allocate $30,000 to Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce
• Development permit for 12 row house dwellings at 1028 & 1040 Williams Gate Lane

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee is reviewing updates for the 4th Street Complete Streets Design Project. The discussion includes evaluating long-term bike route alignments and short-term implementation options for traffic calming.

• 4th Street Traffic Calming Update
• Grizzly Plaza verbal update
• Arena verbal update
• 2024 Paving Program verbal update

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission will review a rezoning application for 511 Cedar Street to allow a three-lot subdivision. The meeting also includes a workshop regarding the fifth stage of the city's comprehensive zoning bylaw rewrite.

• Rezoning application ZON2024-002 for 511 Cedar Street from RR2 to R2
• Proposed three-lot subdivision at 511 Cedar Street
• Workshop #5 regarding new Draft Zones and Draft Zoning Map
• Zoning bylaw rewrite reducing total zones from 60 to 40

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a major update to the City's Zoning Bylaw. The proposal includes a new draft zoning map and reduces the total number of zones from 60 to 40 to align with the Official Community Plan.

• Draft Zoning Bylaw update including new zones and a draft zoning map
• Reduction of permitted uses from 192 to 99
• Alignment with provincial Bill 44 regarding four dwelling units per lot
• Proposed OCP amendments for 57 properties to align with new zoning

Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission

The Commission recommended allocating $130,000 from the Economic Opportunity Fund to support outdoor recreation groups and the Revelstoke Ambassador Program. The meeting also addressed housing data, airport expansion, and a proposed lease for the Revelstoke Fabrication Lab Society.

• $100,000 recommended for outdoor recreation groups
• $30,000 recommended for Revelstoke Ambassador Program
• One-year lease support for Revelstoke Fabrication Lab Society
• 522 housing units under construction or future construction per recent approvals

Council

The Council is reviewing a proposal for a two-unit industrial building at 766 Law Road that includes requests for parking and landscaping variances. Additionally, the Finance Committee has recommended the 2024 tax distribution and grant-in-aid allocations for approval.

• Development permits and variances for a two-unit industrial building at 766 Law Road
• 2024 Grant-in-aid recommendations from the Finance Committee
• Approval of the 2024 tax distribution with no substantive changes from 2023
• Update to the Social Development Committee Terms of Reference

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is reviewing 2024 Grant-in-Aid applications and the city's 2024 tax distribution. The committee is also recommending the tax distribution to Council, which includes applying a tax rate increase equally across all classifications.

• Approval of 2024 Grant-in-Aid applications including cash and in-kind requests
• Recommendation of 2024 tax distribution with no substantive changes from 2023
• Proposal to apply a tax rate increase equally across all classifications
• Transfer of increased tax revenue from classification shifts to the tax equalization accumulated surplus

Council

The Revelstoke City Council is reviewing zoning amendments for 411 and 501 Simpson Street and considering $414,301 in Columbia Basin Trust grant recommendations. The meeting also includes discussions on a new Notice of Motion policy and a presentation from the Okanagan Regional Library.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaws No. 2378 and 2379 for 411 & 501 Simpson Street
• $414,301 in Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed (ReDi) Grant recommendations
• Notice of Motion Policy C-4 amendments
• Okanagan Regional Library presentation
• Public hearing regarding zoning text amendments

Heritage Advisory Commission

The Heritage Advisory Commission will discuss the updated 2024 Draft Heritage Management Plan. The meeting also includes a project update regarding the Revelstoke Museum Accessibility Lift.

• Presentation of the updated 2024 Draft Heritage Management Plan
• Revelstoke Museum Accessibility Lift project update

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit for 12 row house units at 1028 and 1040 Williams Gate Lane. The proposal by Caledonian Developments Inc. includes two-storey dwellings with detached garages and three-bedroom layouts. The Commission will provide recommendations to Council regarding the project's alignment with the Official Community Plan.

• Development Permit DP2024-001: 12 row house units at 1028 & 1040 Williams Gate Lane
• Proposed 12-unit residential development by Caledonian Developments Inc.
• Discussion of Zoning Bylaw Comprehensive Re-Write

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the Revelstoke Museum & Archives annual report and discussed rising wastewater treatment plant costs. Members also addressed new policies for municipal correspondence and motions.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant project costs increased from $13.6M to approximately $35M
• Approval of Notice of Motion Policy C-4
• Approval of Mayor and Council Correspondence Policy C-3
• Revelstoke Museum & Archives reported 17,220 visitors for the 2022-23 year
• Discussion on Density Bonusing Program, Housing Agreements, and Cash-in-lieu Options

Special Council

This special meeting consists of an in-camera session regarding property security, land transactions, and municipal service negotiations. No public business items are listed on the agenda.

• In-camera session regarding property security
• In-camera session regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• In-camera session regarding municipal service negotiations

Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission

The Commission reviewed updates on the 2024 economic development strategy and the Destination Management Plan. Members also discussed support for the Revelstoke Community Housing Society regarding a BC Housing proposal for Downie Street.

• Support for Revelstoke Community Housing Society's Downie Street BC Housing RFP
• City commitment of $200,000 to the Revelstoke Community Housing Society
• Review of the 2024 Community Economic Development strategy
• Update on the Destination Management Plan action items
• Discussion of Indigenous training opportunities

Council

Council is considering several legislative updates, including new floodplain and zoning bylaws. Discussions also cover potential cash-in-lieu options for housing agreements and lobbying for wastewater plant funding.

• Adoption of Floodplain Bylaw No. 2369
• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2376
• Proposed $37,000 per unit cash-in-lieu option for certain housing agreements
• Lobbying for additional Wastewater Treatment Plant funding
• Five-year lease renewal for Revelstoke Curling Club Society at 1100 Vernon Avenue

Social Development Committee

The Social Development Committee is reviewing emergency preparedness for extreme cold weather and the status of food security coordinator funding. Members also discussed housing updates and a planned socio-economic impact study.

• Request for city to apply for extreme cold weather emergency funding
• Planned socio-economic impact study to be cost-shared 50% by Revelstoke Mountain Resort
• Update on BC Housing project on Downie Street
• Discussion on food security coordinator funding allocation
• Free community tax workshops held at the Seniors Centre

Council

The Revelstoke City Council is reviewing the Oscar Street Lands Master Plan and a new policy for Mayor and Council correspondence. The meeting also includes discussions on water metering and development cost charges.

• Approval of the Oscar Street Lands Master Plan created by Urban Systems
• Approval of amended Mayor and Council Correspondence Policy C-3
• Recommendation to implement a city-wide water metering program for 2024
• Approval of a five-year lease for the Revelstoke Visual Arts Society at 320 Wilson Street
• Ratification of the Memorandum of Agreement with CUPE Local 363

Advisory Planning Commission

The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing several development applications, including a new light industrial storage building on Law Road. The meeting also addresses a 33-unit multi-unit dwelling proposal and a rezoning request for row houses on Simpson Street.

• DP2023-016: New two-storey dual storage units at 766 Law Rd
• DP2023-014: Construction of a 33-unit multi-unit dwelling at 1750 Trans Canada Hwy
• ZON2023-005: Rezoning 411 & 501 Simpson St for 18 row houses with secondary suites

Special Council

This special meeting includes an in-camera session regarding the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements. Business items from this closed session will be reported to the council for consideration.

• In-camera session regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing an update on the Wastewater Treatment Plant project. Staff are reporting budget impacts due to cost escalation and new requirements from the BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Strategy. The City is seeking support to lobby the Province for additional funding to support community growth.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant update regarding budget impacts and provincial funding
• Proposed Mayor and Council Correspondence Policy C-3
• PRC 4th Quarter Report
• Fire Department 4th Quarter Report
• SILGA Call for Nominations and Resolutions

Council

Council adopted the new five-year financial plan and discussed several infrastructure and zoning items. The meeting included recommendations for a city-wide water metering program and a new resort shuttle service agreement.

• Adoption of 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2377
• Proposed city-wide water metering program for 2024
• Resort Shuttle Service partnering agreement with Revelstoke Mountain Resort
• Approval of a $702,000 contract with Velosolutions for a Centennial Park pump track
• Lease agreement with Revelstoke Visual Arts Society for 320 Wilson Street and 1702 Third Street West

Heritage Advisory Commission

The Commission is reviewing an update to the draft Heritage Management Plan. The meeting also included discussions regarding a heritage alteration permit for 112 Third St E and enforcement of existing permits.

• Draft Heritage Management Plan update
• Heritage Alteration Permit HAP2023-005 for 112 Third St E (porch reconstruction and enlargement)
• Discussion on enforcement of non-compliant Heritage Alteration Permits

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee is reviewing a final design for a Wind Phone interactive art piece to be installed on City property. The project is funded by the Hospice Society and will be gifted to the City. The committee is also discussing design principles for potential public art in the Wright Street Roundabout.

• Wind Phone project: final design review featuring steel, wood, and lexan sheets
• Wind Phone project: proposed flagstone path and zen garden style concrete pad
• Wind Phone project: to be funded by the Hospice Society and gifted to the City
• Wright Street Roundabout: discussion of design principles and safety considerations
• Public Art Reserve fund balance: approximately $39,000

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing the Youth Liaison Report and preparing for the Youth Initiative Committee meeting on January 30, 2024. Discussions include current youth programs, transportation challenges, and setting priorities for 2024-2028.

• Youth Access Fund disbursed $16,235.61 in 2023
• Youth Access Fund remaining budget is $13,450.96
• Youth Initiative Committee meeting scheduled for January 30, 2024
• Proposed 2024 meeting dates: January 29, May 27, and October 28

Social Development Committee

The Social Development Committee discussed funding gaps for vulnerable residents and social sector organizations. Members recommended that Council reassess subsidies for bus tickets and directed staff to investigate funding for the Revelstoke Community Housing Society.

• Recommendation to Council to reassess funding for vulnerable residents' bus tickets
• Recommendation for staff to investigate funding options for Revelstoke Community Housing Society
• Discussion of School District 19 playground communication board initiative
• Update on 253 childcare spots for children under 5 years old in Revelstoke

Council

Council is reviewing the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw and several zoning amendments. Discussions include a $750,000 spending initiative for a new pump track at Centennial Park and a proposal to update the City's corporate logo.

• 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2377
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2345 (1121 Johnson Way)
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2365 (1679 Arrow Drive)
• $750,000 pre-budget approval for Centennial Park Pump Track
• $702,000 contract with Velosolutions for pump track design and construction

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee is reviewing progress on a new Development Cost Charge (DCC) bylaw. The committee is also discussing water lining and receiving updates on wastewater treatment and public transportation concerns.

• DCC project budget request of $22,600 (plus GST) for phases 2 and 3
• Proposed road access agreement with Canadian Pacific Railway for Track Street E
• Update on the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Discussion regarding water metering and restrictions
• Public correspondence regarding transportation concerns

Special Committee of the Whole Housing Solutions Workshop

The Special Committee of the Whole attended a workshop featuring a presentation by M'akola Development Services. The session focused on reviewing non-market housing in B.C., identifying local housing needs, and discussing the potential roles of local government in housing development and funding.

• Presentation by M'akola Development Services on housing vision and opportunities
• Review of non-market housing trends and the role of local government
• Discussion of the Revelstoke Housing Action Plan strategies
• Review of provincial and federal funding opportunities for affordable housing

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal for municipal asset naming and a corporate logo update. Members are also discussing a cycling infrastructure report for 4th Street and reviewing the 2023 year-end report for public special occasion event applications.

• GoByBike Revelstoke presentation on 4th Street traffic calming and cycling infrastructure
• Proposal for Municipal Asset Naming Policy C-2
• Proposal for CORP-COR Visual Representation and Corporate Logo Update
• 2023 CAPE Application Year End Report regarding special occasion event licenses
• Discussion of 2024 meeting dates

Revelstoke & Area Economic Development Commission

The Commission will review the 2024 Community Economic Development Strategy, including priorities and Indigenous training. Staff will also provide updates on the economic development website, data dashboard, and the Destination Management Plan.

• Community Economic Development 2024 Strategy discussion
• Destination Management Plan next steps
• Economic Development website and data dashboard updates
• Forestry updates regarding Revelstoke Community Forest Corporation
• Chamber of Commerce Trades Roundtable

Council

The Council is considering a comprehensive rewrite of the Zoning Bylaw and a deferred review of short-term rental regulations. Other items include the removal of a housing agreement for 416 Leach Street and an amendment to the city's fees and charges.

• Adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2375
• Removal of Housing Agreement for 416 Leach Street
• Cancellation of the Johnson Heights Neighbourhood Plan project
• Prioritization of the Zoning Bylaw Comprehensive Re-Write Project for 2024
• Deferral of Short Term Rental Bylaw review until October 2024