Telkwa public meetings in 2021
10 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting of Council
The Village of Telkwa Council is holding a special meeting to consider applying for a $10,000 grant from the Local Government Infrastructure Planning Grant Program for a pre-design/feasibility study on expanding the water treatment plant. The study, estimated to cost $25,000–$30,000, would increase plant capacity by 50% to meet anticipated demand from development. Council will also discuss correspondence from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako, a Story Walk request, and adopt a council remuneration bylaw.
- Grant application for $10,000 toward water treatment plant expansion study
- Council approval of up to $20,000 from Northern Capital Planning Grant Reserve
- Correspondence from Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako on government agency referral form
- Pool Advisory Committee 2022 budget discussions
- Adoption of Council Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw No. 744, 2021
Public Hearing
The Village of Telkwa is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 745, 2021, which would change the zoning of a specific parcel from CD-2 (Comprehensive Development - Hubert Road) to R1 (Residential). The hearing is part of the process to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 633, 2013. No decision is made at this hearing; it is for public input and discussion.
- Proposed rezoning of the south half of the southeast quarter of Section 35, Township 5, Range 5, Coast District (except Plans 3195, 3301, 4485, and PRP14119) from CD-2 to R1
- Public hearing scheduled for 6:30 PM on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, in Council Chambers at 1415 Hankin Avenue, Telkwa, BC
Regular Meeting of Council
Council will hear a staff report recommending a $700,000 watermain upgrade on Coalmine Road SW, funded from reserves, to address a significant leak. They will also give third reading to a council remuneration bylaw setting annual indemnities, and receive updates from the Regional District and the province on liquor sales.
- Staff recommends $700,000 budget for Coalmine Road SW watermain upgrade, funded from Gas Tax Grant and Northern Capital and Planning Grant reserves
- Third reading of Council Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw No. 744, 2021 (Mayor $17,187; Deputy Mayor $11,458; Councillor $8,885 annually)
- Delegation from Mark Fisher, Director Area A, RDBN on joint services and 2022 budgets
- Information item: Policy Directive 21-21 allows liquor licensees to sell single-serving unmixed drinks with meal purchase
- Minutes of October 26, 2021 meeting to be adopted
Regular Meeting of Council
Council will hold a public hearing and consider first and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 745, 2021, to rezone 5455 Trail Avenue from CD-2 to R1 for an 85-lot residential subdivision. Council will also consider adopting the 2022 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw and give first and second reading to a Council Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw. A delegation will discuss a proposed lot purchase at 1193 Cottonwood Street.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 745, 2021: rezone 5455 Trail Avenue from CD-2 to R1 for 85-lot residential subdivision
- Council Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw No. 744, 2021: first and second reading
- 2022 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 743, 2021: adoption
- Delegation: proposed purchase of lot at 1193 Cottonwood Street, including survey and service changes
- Funding application for 2022 National Indigenous Peoples Day and Canada Day celebrations ($1,500)
Regular Meeting of Council
Council will consider staff recommendations to award a $22,417.50 design contract for the Coalmine Road watermain replacement and discuss the Highway 16 watermain upgrade. It will also review a funding application for the 2022 Business Façade Improvement Program and an electric vehicle charging station on Highway 16. The agenda includes second and third reading of the 2022 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 743 and a postponed item on transportation for vaccination clinics.
- Approve WSP proposal for Coalmine Road Watermain Replacement design at $22,417.50 plus GST
- Highway 16 Watermain Upgrade staff report
- Funding application for 2022 Business Façade Improvement Program
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station on Highway 16
- 2022 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 743, 2021 for second and third reading
Special Meeting of Council
Council will decide whether to apply for grant funding for Riverside accessibility and cycling improvements, including bicycle racks, accessible picnic tables, and paving a trail section. The recommended option seeks $125,000 total from two funding sources. Council will also consider a variance application for seniors housing and a letter about transportation to vaccination clinics.
- Grant application for $125,000 (NDIT $87,500, RDBN $37,500) for Eddy, Riverside, Library parks
- Variance application for 1541-1565 Second Street from Telkwa Seniors Housing
- Letter from Dze K'ant Friendship Centre Society about transportation to vaccination clinics
- Paving trail section between Hope Avenue and Dockrill Rink
Regular Meeting of Council
Telkwa Council will hear a delegation from the BC Social Procurement Initiative about joining, consider first reading of the 2022 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw, and review a request from the Bulkley Valley Kinsmen for a permissive tax exemption. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes and staff reports on the Kinsmen lease and taxation.
- Delegation from BC Social Procurement Initiative (BCSPI) on joining
- First reading of 2022 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 742, 2021
- Bulkley Valley Kinsmen request for permissive tax exemption
- Staff report on BC Kinsmen lease and taxation in-kind contribution
- Resolution in support of Rail Safety Week
Regular Council
Telkwa Council will review staff reports on watermain upgrade projects, a proposed Christmas Crafters Market and Winter Light-Up event, and mid-year financial reporting. They will also consider correspondence including grant requests for accessible playground equipment and a permissive tax exemption for the Bulkley Valley Kinsmen.
- Watermain upgrade projects: staff recommends proceeding with engineering/design for areas southwest of Water Treatment Plant and along Highway 16 from Telkwa High Road to past Hunter Ave.
- Christmas Crafters Market and Love Telkwa Mini Trade Show proposed for November 28, 2021, at Community Hall and BBQ Grounds.
- Request from Bulkley Valley Community Foundation regarding Northern Development Initiative Trust Community Foundation Matching Grant Program.
- Requests for accessible playground equipment at Telkwa Elementary School from PAC and Leah Palmer.
- Request from Bulkley Valley Kinsmen for permissive tax exemption.
Public Hearing
The Village of Telkwa is holding a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 741, 2021, which would rezone portions of the Comprehensive Development Zone 1-CD1 at Blissful Grove, near First and Hubert Street, into Residential R1, Medium Residential R2, Community Services P1, and Public Utility P2 zones. The hearing is for public input on the proposed changes.
- Rezone portion of CD-1 to Residential R1
- Rezone portion of CD-1 to Medium Residential R2
- Rezone portion of CD-1 to Community Services P1
- Rezone portion of CD-1 to Public Utility P2
- Subject property: Lot 23, Section 35, Township 5, Range 5, Coast District Plan 3212
Regular Council
Telkwa Council is meeting to consider several items, including third reading and adoption of a zoning amendment bylaw, grant applications for accessible playground equipment and other projects, and correspondence on various topics. The agenda includes staff reports, a delegation from the Bulkley Valley Community Foundation, and other business items.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 741, 2021 for third reading and adoption
- Funding opportunity for accessible playground equipment at BBQ Grounds ($225,000 project)
- COVID-19 Safe Restart Funds update
- Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant and Canadian Community Revitalization Fund applications
- Development Variance Application from Brie Mcaloney and Lavi Yatziv