Williams Lake public meetings in 2022
47 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council is reviewing a draft Code of Conduct policy to establish expected standards and enforcement mechanisms for members. The meeting also includes updates on snow and ice control and a proposal regarding the municipal snow dump facility.
- Review of draft Code of Conduct Policy
- Verbal update on Snow & Ice Control Policy
- Proposal for Peterson Contracting to manage snow pushing at the municipal snow dump
- Discussion on potential Code of Conduct enforcement such as letters of reprimand or public censure
Regular Council
Council will review a proposal for a mobile overdose prevention site and consider several fee-for-service agreements. The meeting also includes discussions on airport upgrades and cemetery bylaws.
- Proposal for a mobile overdose prevention site in Williams Lake
- Scout Island washroom replacement contract award to Spruce Lee Construction for $298,225
- BCAAP grant applications for airport security gates ($60,000) and apron lighting ($55,900)
- Approval of 2023-2025 fee-for-service agreements including $42,000/year for Cariboo Chilcotin Conservation Society
- Award of $12,545 in 2023 Grant-in-Aid allotments
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council is considering 15 fee-for-service applications for non-profit organizations for the 2023-2025 term. The meeting also includes a discussion on the preliminary 2023 budget and 10-year capital plans. Additionally, Scout Island Nature Centre is requesting an increase in their annual fee-for-service rate.
- Proposed 2023-2025 fee-for-service agreements totaling $433,000 per year
- $5,000 in 2023 Grants-in-Aid awards ($4,000 to Cariboo Chilcotin Youth Fiddle Society; $1,000 to Canadian Royal Purple #125)
- Scout Island Nature Centre request to increase fee-for-service from $12,500 to $20,000
- Preliminary 2023 Budget and 2023-2027 Financial and 10-Year Capital Plans
- Williams Lake and District Chamber of Commerce Tourist Discovery Centre funding recommendation of $150,000 per year
Special Council Meeting
The City of Williams Lake has scheduled a special meeting of Council to be held in a closed session. The meeting is being held to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality and information protected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
- Closed meeting regarding litigation or potential litigation
- Discussion of information prohibited from disclosure under Section 21 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
Joint Committee
The Central Cariboo Joint Committee is reviewing 2023 business and financial plans for arts, culture, and recreation services. The committee will also discuss the renewal of the 'Performances in the Park' services agreement and the 2023 meeting schedule.
- Review of Central Cariboo Arts & Culture 2023 Business and Financial Plans
- Review of Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services 2023-2027 plans
- Proposed $22,000 annual funding for 'Performances in the Park' services agreement
- Proposed $84,500 total for ten arts and culture Fee for Service agreements
- Proposed 2023 Joint Committee meeting schedule
Public Hearing
The City of Williams Lake is holding a public hearing regarding Bylaw No. 2375, 2022. The application seeks to amend the Service Commercial (CS-1) zone to permit office use at 318 Broadway Avenue North. This would allow the property to provide office and garage space for local contracting businesses.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2375, 2022
- Proposed addition of 'Office' use to the CS-1 zone at 318 Broadway Avenue North
- Application by RJ & Crystal Brereton (TKC Contracting Ltd.)
Regular Council
Council will consider a zoning amendment for 318 Broadway Avenue North and discuss the intent to rescind the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy. The meeting also includes reviews of geotechnical contracts, arts funding, and various community requests.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2375 for 'Office' use at 318 Broadway Avenue North
- $54,840 contract award to Palmer Environmental Group Inc. for geotechnical mapping
- $20,000 NDIT grant application for Business Façade Improvement Program
- $84,500 in total proposed fee-for-service payments for arts and culture societies
- Intent to rescind the City of Williams Lake Mandatory Vaccination Policy #223
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive a presentation regarding municipal governance, roles, and meeting procedures. The agenda also includes a request to raise the National Metis flag for Louis Riel Day.
- Council orientation presentation on governance, roles, and meetings
- Request to raise the National Metis flag on November 16, 2022
Inaugural Meeting
The newly elected Mayor and Council will be sworn into office and establish their operating schedule for 2023. The meeting includes the formal receipt of the 2022 election results and the designation of acting mayors.
- Swearing-in of Mayor Surinderpal Rathor and seven Councillors
- Receipt of the 2022 City of Williams Lake Election Summary Report
- Establishment of the 2023 Regular Council Meeting schedule
- Designation of Councillors as Acting Mayor for the 2022/2023 term
- Appointment of City Directors to the Cariboo Regional District and NDIT
Regular Council
The Williams Lake City Council is reviewing a tax exemption for storefront improvements at 250 Mackenzie Avenue South and a budget increase for a disc golf project. The meeting also includes discussions on uncollectable property taxes and various community service requests.
- Tax exemption application for Good Guys Gardening Centre Inc at 250 Mackenzie Ave South
- Budget amendment for Indesign Disc Golf contract from $77,361.00 to $100,273.00
- Request to write off $3,662.78 in uncollectable property taxes for 2A-1406 Broadway Ave S
- Support for Williams Lake Stampede Association's crime prevention grant application
- Partial street closure request for First Nations Wellness Centre grand opening on November 4
Joint Committee
The Central Cariboo Joint Committee is reviewing recommendations for three-year fee-for-service agreements with various arts and culture organizations. The committee will also discuss funding for 'Performances in the Park' and review the 2022 business, financial, and capital plans for recreation and leisure services.
- Proposed $84,500 total annual funding for 10 arts and culture organizations from 2023-2025
- Proposed $38,000 annual payment to Museum of the Cariboo Chilcotin
- Proposed $22,500 annual payment to Station House Studio and Gallery Society
- Discussion regarding funding for Performances in the Park for 2023 onwards
- Review of Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services 2022 plans
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several development permits and zoning amendments for commercial and residential uses. They are also addressing public works contracts for bridges and bike paths, and discussing concerns regarding ambulance service availability.
- Development Permit for a new drive-through restaurant at 1704 Broadway Avenue South
- Zoning amendment for 'Office' use at 318 Broadway Avenue North
- Contract adjustment for Bridges AR-1 and STM-1 totaling $476,907.50 and $264,842.50
- River Valley Bike Bridge contract award to Quality Excavating for $271,530
- Proposed addition of Dog Creek Road to 2022 paving rehabilitation
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council is reviewing the proposed timeline for the 2023 budget and five-year financial plan. Staff is seeking direction on service levels, staffing, tax rates, and utility fees to address potential reserve reductions and infrastructure needs.
- Approval of the 2023 budget and five-year financial plan preparation timeline
- Discussion of local government relationships with Cariboo Regional District and Hospital District
- Review of potential housing development via RFP for the McKinnon Road lot
- Report on 2022 operating revenues of $30.4 million and expenditures of $25.6 million
- Discussion of potential $2.5 million internal borrowing to assist Sewer and Water Funds
Public Hearing
The City of Williams Lake is holding a public hearing to consider three proposed changes to local zoning bylaws. These applications involve changing permitted land uses and parking requirements for specific properties in the city.
- Bylaw No. 2371: Allow office and warehouse use and reduce parking to five spaces at 262 Third Avenue South
- Bylaw No. 2373: Add 'Manufactured Home' as a permitted use at 911 Proctor Street
- Bylaw No. 2335: Add 'Drive-Thru Restaurant' use and vary parking at 1238 Broadway Avenue South
Regular Council
The Williams Lake City Council is reviewing several zoning amendment applications and considering grant applications for wildfire risk reduction. The meeting also includes discussions on extreme heat mapping and potential LED lighting budget reallocations.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2371: Office and wholesale use at 262 Third Avenue South
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2373: Adding manufactured home use at 911 Proctor Street
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2335: Adding drive-through restaurant use at 1238 Broadway Avenue South
- UBCM CRI Grant Application: Up to $200,000 for fuel treatment
- FESBC Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant: Up to $200,000 for wildfire risk reduction
Regular Council
The Williams Lake City Council is reviewing a zoning amendment for a drive-thru restaurant at 1238 Broadway Avenue South. They are also considering a contract for logging and fuel treatment near Missioner Creek and updates to council remuneration.
- Zoning amendment for a drive-thru restaurant at 1238 Broadway Avenue South
- Logging and fuel treatment contract awarded to Nilsson Select Contracting Ltd. for $134,340.00
- Proposed council remuneration update to $63,588 for Mayor and $22,964 for Councillors
- Request for proposals to explore housing development on the McKinnon Road lot
- Ratification of participation in the Local Government Climate Action Program
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council is reviewing the timeline and direction for the 2023 budget and five-year financial plan. Members are also discussing climate action implementation tools and potential updates to Mayor and Councillor remuneration.
- Proposed 2023 budget and five-year financial plan preparation timeline
- Amendment to update Mayor remuneration to $63,588 and Councillors to $22,964
- Discussion on meeting City climate action commitments
- Review of City relationships with Cariboo Regional District and Hospital District
- Discussion regarding potential uses for the vacant McKinnon Road lot
Regular Council
Council will consider several zoning amendments, including a public hearing for Sella Arts Tattoo Studio. The agenda also includes approving a daycare lease renewal, transit service for election day, and addressing a $60,000 cost overrun for the Hodgson Road water main repair.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2372 for 395A Mackenzie Avenue North
- Five-year lease renewal for Williams Lake & District Daycare Society at 660 Second Avenue North
- Free transit service for Municipal Election Day on October 15, 2022
- Hodgson Road Water Main 2022 Repair Project $60,000 cost overrun
- Road crush contract award to Peterson Contracting Ltd. at $34.49 per metric tonne
Public Hearing
The City of Williams Lake is holding a public hearing regarding Bylaw No. 2372, 2022. The proposal seeks to amend the Service Commercial (CS-1) zone to allow 'Personal Services' and 'Wholesale and Retail Sales' at 395A Mackenzie Avenue North. This would permit Sella Arts Tattoo Studio to operate a tattoo studio, piercing parlour, and custom art and apparel sales.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2372, 2022
- Rezoning of 395A Mackenzie Avenue North from Service Commercial (CS-1) to allow Personal Services and Wholesale and Retail Sales
- Public hearing for neighborhood input regarding the Sella Arts Tattoo Studio application
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a zoning amendment for a tattoo studio, a direct award for a disc golf course, and a fire service agreement with the Williams Lake First Nation. They will also consider a financial plan bylaw amendment, a lease renewal for the Daycare Society, and ratify an aviation fuel tank contract. The agenda includes routine items like accounts payable listings and meeting minutes.
- Zoning amendment for 395A Mackenzie Avenue N to allow personal services and retail (Bylaw No. 2372)
- Direct award of disc golf course project to Indesign Disc Golf, not to exceed $77,361.00
- Fire service agreement with Williams Lake First Nation for IR #6 property
- Ratification of aviation fuel tank project award to Williams Petroleum Ltd for $150,304.00
- Lease renewal for Williams Lake & District Daycare Society at 660 Second Avenue N, waiving $5,000 in uncollected rent
Public Hearing
Williams Lake Council is holding a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2368, which would rezone 2012 Mackenzie Avenue North from Single Family Residential (R-1) to Low Density Multiple Family Residential (R-3) to allow construction of four townhouse units. The bylaw also reduces the off-street parking requirement from eight spaces plus one accessible space to seven spaces plus one accessible space. Public comments can be made in person or in writing before or at the hearing.
- Rezone 2012 Mackenzie Avenue North from R-1 to R-3
- Parking variance: reduce from 8 to 7 spaces plus 1 accessible
- Proposed four townhouse units (Veenkamp Development)
- Public hearing scheduled for July 5, 2022 at 6:00 PM
- Written submissions accepted via corporateservices@williamslake.ca
Regular Council
The Williams Lake Regular Council meeting on July 5, 2022 includes decisions on a zoning amendment and off-street parking variance for 2012 Mackenzie Avenue North, a proposed $700,000 allocation for replacing a landslide-destroyed powerline to the sewage treatment plant, and first readings of a fee amendment bylaw. Council will also discuss crosswalk safety improvements, recreation facility policies, airport hangar lease rates, and late items on fee-for-service policy and a beaver dam response.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2368: R-1 to R-3 zone and off-street parking variance at 2012 Mackenzie Avenue North (public hearing)
- Authorize up to $700,000 for powerline replacement to sewage treatment plant after landslide
- Fee Amendment Bylaw No. 2370: first three readings to remove Notice on Title fee
- Install electronic speed tracking sign near Cataline Elementary and Blair Street crosswalks
- Approve 9th Annual Soap Box Derby on August 4, 2022 on Fourth Avenue
Joint Committee
The Central Cariboo Joint Committee is meeting to consider an updated Recreation Facilities Allocation Policy for City of Williams Lake recreational facility bookings, and to discuss which recreation facilities may be included in the Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services Service via Amendment Bylaw No. 4226. The committee will also receive information on the Spring 2022 Arts and Culture Grant Awards from the Central Cariboo Arts & Culture Society. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from the May 25, 2022 meeting and an action page.
- Recreation Facilities Allocation Policy update for City of Williams Lake owned or operated facility bookings
- Discussion of CCRLS Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 4226 regarding recreation facilities to be included in the service
- Spring 2022 Arts and Culture Grant Awards totaling $12,500 to 8 organizations, including $3,000 to Williams Lake Cycling Club and $3,000 to Station House Gallery
- Adoption of minutes from May 25, 2022 meeting, which included approval of $5,000 capital grants to three sports groups and a UBCM grant application for up to $5,000,000 for Esler Sports Complex access road
Regular Council
Council will consider several funding applications, including a $90,000 extreme heat mapping grant and a $2.13 million infrastructure grant for Well #6 replacement, award contracts for cemetery irrigation and fleet vehicles, and adopt several bylaws. They will also discuss housing density incentives and receive reports on Indigenous relations and a temporary shelter contract.
- Approve UBCM Extreme Heat Mapping grant application ($90,000 joint with Quesnel and 100 Mile House)
- Approve UBCM Infrastructure Grant application for Well #6 Replacement ($2,130,000)
- Award Cemetery Irrigation Upgrade contract to TGK Irrigation Ltd. ($241,983)
- Award Wheel Loader purchase to Inland Kenworth Ltd. ($334,600)
- Adopt Business License, Sign, Bylaw Notice Enforcement, and Good Neighbour bylaws
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive a report on housing incentives, initiatives, and strategies to encourage densified residential development and address the housing shortage. The agenda also includes a report on curbside recycling audits and a late item to consider meeting requests with provincial ministries for the UBCM Convention. The meeting will conclude with a closed session for labour relations and preliminary service negotiations.
- Housing incentives report: current programs include NDIT grant up to $10,000 per dwelling (max $200,000), Downtown Tax Revitalization Program, and faster application processing
- Curbside Single Family Recycling Audits 2022 report
- Late item: consider meeting requests with Provincial Ministries for 2022 UBCM Convention (Whistler, Sept 12-16, 2022; deadline June 24, 2022)
- Motion to close meeting for labour relations and preliminary service negotiations
Regular Council
Council will consider awarding a $1.46 million pavement rehabilitation contract and a $275,100 waterworks contract, along with a rezoning application for 2012 Mackenzie Avenue North. They will also discuss new sign and enforcement bylaws, and approve several event road closures for the Stampede.
- Pavement Rehabilitation 2022 contract to Peters Bros Construction Ltd. for $1,296,805.13 (total project $1,459,759.16)
- Waterworks 2022 contract to Morben Construction Ltd. for $275,100.66
- Zoning amendment for 2012 Mackenzie Avenue North from R-1 to R-3 with parking reduction
- First three readings of Sign Bylaw No. 2360 and amendments to Bylaw Notice Enforcement and Good Neighbour bylaws
- Approval of road closures for Stampede Street Party and 9th Annual Soap Box Derby
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to close the meeting to the public. The closed session is authorized under the Community Charter to discuss information exempt from disclosure and preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Motion to close meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(j) and (k)
- Closed session covers information prohibited from disclosure and preliminary municipal service negotiations
Regular Council
Council will consider several items including a $200,600 water main repair on Hodgson Road, a new Business License Bylaw, and a zoning amendment for 104 Paxton Road. They will also hear a police commission report and consider a $350,500 grant application for mental health services. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, accounts payable, and proclamations.
- Approve repair of zone 1 water main on Hodgson Road, budget not to exceed $200,600, with direct award to Morben Contracting and TRUE Consulting
- Give first three readings to Business Licence Bylaw No. 2365, 2022
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2357 for 104 Paxton Road (permitted land uses and minimum building setbacks)
- Approve application for 2022 Canadian Red Cross funding of $350,500 for mental health access
- Approve Development Variance Permit No. 05-2022 for 250 Mackenzie Avenue South (front façade replacement)
Public Hearing
Council is holding a public hearing to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2357, which would rezone 104 Paxton Road from South Lakeside Residential (R-8) to a variant of that zone. The change would allow two existing manufactured homes on the property and reduce the front setback for one home from 7.6m to 5.8m. The hearing is the final step before Council can give third reading and adopt the bylaw.
- Rezoning of 104 Paxton Road to allow two manufactured homes as a permitted use
- Variance of front lot line setback from 7.6m to 5.8m for the northwest manufactured home
- Property is approximately 1,650 sq.m, currently has two manufactured homes
- Public hearing scheduled for May 24, 2022 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will consider two main items: approving a letter of support for the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Marketing Association's renewal of the 3% Municipal & Regional District Tax, and directing staff to bring the proposed 2022 Election Bylaw No. 2364 forward for first three readings. The election bylaw updates voting procedures, including mail-in ballots and use of the provincial voter list. The meeting also includes a delegation from Interior Health on the hospital project and adoption of previous minutes.
- Letter of support for renewal of 3% Municipal & Regional District Tax (MRDT) accommodation tax
- Proposed General Local Government Election Bylaw No. 2364, 2022 for first three readings
- Delegation from Derek Keller, Interior Health, on general update and hospital project
- Adoption of minutes from April 12, 2022 Committee of Whole Council meeting
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed (in-camera) council meeting, not open to the public. Council will discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation, and preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service, under Community Charter exceptions. No decisions or details will be reported publicly from this session.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(e): land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
- Closed meeting under Section 90(k): preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service
- Held in Rick Hansen Boardroom, City Hall, May 12, 2022, 8:00 PM
Regular Council
Council will consider adopting the 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw, which set the city's budget and property tax rates. The agenda also includes several financial decisions, such as a direct award for bridge removal, grant applications for asset management, and a fee amendment bylaw. A development variance permit for a mobile home park and a COVID-19 vaccination policy amendment are also up for discussion.
- Direct award to Quality Excavating for River Valley bridge retrieval/removal at $51,500 (City share $10,300-$26,300)
- FCM grant application for asset management up to $50,000 with $94,946.01 city commitment
- UBCM grant application for asset management up to $25,000
- Fee Amendment Bylaw No. 2366, 2022 (convenience fee) - first three readings
- Development Variance Permit #04-2022 for Green Acres Mobile Home Park, 3001 Mackenzie Ave N, reducing buffer from 7.6m to 0m
Regular Council
Council will consider approving the 2021 audited financial statements and introduce the 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw. They will also hear a presentation from Interior Health on the toxic drug crisis, and decide on several development and licensing items, including a stop sign relocation, a development variance permit, a zoning amendment, and outdoor patio licenses for two businesses. The agenda includes routine items such as accounts payable listings, proclamations, and a move to a closed meeting.
- 2021 Financial Statements & Auditor's Report
- 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2358, 2022
- Williams Lake Tax Rate Bylaw No. 2359, 2022
- Development Variance Permit DVP #01-2022 for 909 Proctor Street (setback reduction from 1.5m to 0.95m)
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment for 104 Paxton Road (allow two manufactured homes, reduce front setback to 5.8m)
Special Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council is reviewing the 2022 budget and 2022-2026 financial plan, including a proposed 10% reduction in residential tax rates and internal borrowing to support water and sewer funds. They will also consider early approval for several capital projects, an OCP geotechnical hazard map update, outdoor recreation equipment funded by COVID funds, and a wastewater treatment plant assessment. The meeting will close with a motion to enter a closed session for land and service negotiations.
- 10% residential tax rate reduction (approx. $750,000 revenue decrease)
- 2022 capital plan: 78 projects, $18.9 million total
- Up to $70,000 for OCP geotechnical hazard map update
- $33,110.14 for outdoor recreation equipment from pandemic fund
- $150,000 for Wastewater Treatment Plant and Lagoons Assessment
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will decide on the 2022 budget and 2022-2026 financial plan, including which balancing measures to implement, such as adjusting tax rates or internal borrowing. They will also hear delegations on Indigenous reconciliation funding and a wood innovation training hub, and consider several capital projects and a code of conduct.
- 2022 Budget and 2022-2026 Financial Plan: Council to direct staff on tax rate adjustments and internal borrowing to balance budget
- Delegation from CC Care requesting $80,000-$100,000 annually for Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
- Wood Innovation Training Hub: Endorse application to NDIT for $150,000 in start-up funding
- Asphalt rehabilitation 2022: budget adjustment to $1,669,447 plus $285,000 for saddle replacement
- OCP Geotechnical Hazard Mapping Update: authorize up to $70,000 for consultant
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council will consider several financial and administrative items, including early budget approval for a cybersecurity audit, ratification of travel for Mayor Cobb, and awarding a pavement marking contract. They will also hold a public hearing on a development variance permit for accessory structures at 254 First Avenue North and consider letters of support for local projects.
- Award Pavement Marking 2022 contract to Yellowhead Pavement Marking Inc. for $139,921.24
- Early budget approval for cybersecurity audit up to $20,000
- Development Variance Permit for accessory structures at 254 First Avenue North
- Ratify Mayor Cobb's travel to Victoria for prolific offender discussions
- Proclaim May 2022 as Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Special Committee of Whole Council
Council is continuing its 2022 budget and 2022-2026 financial plan discussions, referred from the March 15 meeting. The agenda includes a public comment opportunity on the proposed budget, which maintains 0% property tax and fee increases but faces a $3.6 million capital funding gap. Staff propose using reserves and surpluses, and possibly internal borrowing or 17-20% water/sewer rate increases to cover shortfalls. The meeting will also close to the public for labour relations and preliminary service negotiations.
- 2022 operating budget with 0% property tax and fee increases
- Proposed 2022 capital budget of $25.9 million for 93 projects
- Funding gap of $3.6 million for capital projects
- Possible 17-20% water and sewer usage rate increases
- Internal borrowing up to $2.5 million for Sewer Fund and $1.25 million for Water Fund
Special Council Meeting
This is a special closed council meeting held solely to receive advice subject to solicitor-client privilege under the Community Charter. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled; the agenda is procedural notice only.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privileged advice
Regular Council
The Williams Lake Regular Council meeting on March 22, 2022 includes decisions on several permits and contracts, such as a development variance for the Golf & Tennis Club, a development permit for McDonald's exterior renovations, a new sign bylaw, and a pavement marking contract. Council will also consider a lease with the Cariboo Kennel Club and a $5,000 annual contribution to a public art committee.
- Development Variance Permit for Williams Lake Golf & Tennis Club to increase accessory building height from 4m to 5.3m at 104 Fairview Drive
- Development Permit for McDonald's exterior renovations at 1324 Broadway Avenue South
- First three readings of Sign Bylaw No. 2360 and amendment bylaws 2361 and 2362
- Award Pavement Marking 2022 contract to Yellowhead Pavement Marking Inc. for $139,921.24
- Approve Airport Lease Agreement with Cariboo Kennel Club for two-year term
Committee of Whole Council
Council will discuss the 2022 budget and 2022-2026 financial plan, including how to balance the budget and fund capital projects. They will also consider paying overdue RCMP retirement benefits, enhancing sidewalk snow removal, and supporting a tourism tax renewal. The agenda includes a delegation from the tourism association and a proposal for a new city flag.
- 2022 Budget and 2022-2026 Financial Plan: staff directed to prepare bylaw and choose balancing measures
- RCMP MPUA Earned Retirement Benefit Payment: pay arrears in equal, interest-free installments
- Costs to Enhance Sidewalk Snow Removal Service: consider as part of budget discussions
- Cariboo Adventist Academy: proposal for new city flag to be kept on file
- Tourism update and letter of support for MRDT renewal
Regular Council
The Williams Lake City Council is meeting to consider several financial and operational items, including early budget approval for asphalt rehabilitation, amendments to bridge repair tenders, and one-time funding for Stampede events. They will also discuss regional parks cost sharing, letters of support for grant applications, and various correspondence and proclamations.
- Early budget approval of $1,775,000 for 2022 asphalt rehabilitation
- Amendment of River Valley Bridge 1-14 tender from $2,115,872.50 to $2,132,772.50
- Proposed one-time funding of up to $15,000 for Stampede Parade and $10,000 for Street Party
- Approval of budget increases for River Valley bridges engineering ($86,749 and $358,398)
- Temporary street closure of Oliver Street for Easter Festival on April 17, 2022
Regular Council
Williams Lake City Council is meeting to decide on several contracts and agreements, including a new aviation fuel tank at the airport, lease renewals for Stampede Park user groups, and a lease for the Cariboo Kennel Club. They will also consider funding for winter recreation, a poverty reduction grant application, and renewing the city's insurance coverage.
- Award $106,255 contract to Doering Petroleum Ltd for a new aviation fuel tank at Williams Lake Regional Airport
- Approve five-year lease renewals for Stampede Park user groups at 850 Mackenzie Avenue South
- Endorse in principle a two-year lease with option for three more years for Cariboo Kennel Club at old airport housing area
- Authorize up to $65,000 from Pandemic Fund for outdoor winter recreation equipment
- Renew insurance coverage with HUB International at $190,125 for one year
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive reports and provide direction on two main items: selecting an insurance provider for city coverage and whether to develop a code of conduct for council members. They will also hear delegations on provincial COVID regulations and community policing/restorative justice.
- Insurance quotes: MIABC at $178,893 vs HUB at $190,125
- Discussion on developing a Council Code of Conduct
- Delegation on Community Policing and Restorative Justice
- Delegation on Provincial COVID Regulations Information
Regular Council
Council will decide on a development variance permit for Cariboo Memorial Hospital to allow a taller building and reduced setbacks, and will hear a Rotary Club proposal for a youth climbing wall. It will also consider grant applications, equipment purchases, and several routine items.
- Development Variance Permit for 517 Sixth Avenue North (Cariboo Memorial Hospital): increase max height from 23m to 26.5m and reduce setbacks from 4.5m to 1.5m (west) and 3.5m (northwest)
- Endorsement of Rotary Club of Williams Lake Daybreak youth climbing wall project in a municipal park
- Application to NDIT Marketing Initiative Grant for 50% of $20,000 budget for promotional videos
- Early budget approval for new lawnmower and tractor with combined budget of $100,000
- Proclamation of 'Purple Day' and 'Epilepsy Awareness Month' with purple lights on City Hall
Regular Council
Council will consider approving a grant application for a new Media Pressure Water Treatment Plant, with the city committing 26.67% of the total cost if approved. They will also decide on an insurance provider, a reimbursement policy increase, and several other items. The agenda includes a delegation on ICBC rate inequities and reports on leases and committee recommendations.
- Approve ICIP grant application for water treatment plant up to $24M, with 26.67% city contribution
- Increase sewer/water malfunction reimbursement limit from $500 to $1,000 (Policy No. 184)
- Receive delegation on ICBC regional insurance rate inequities resolution
- Support Museum of the Cariboo Chilcotin NDIT grant application
- Refer Stampede Park lease renewals to Feb 22 meeting
Committee of Whole Council
The Committee of Whole Council will receive a presentation from the First Nations Health Authority on the BC First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Cultural Safety and Humility standard, which aims to address Indigenous-specific racism in service delivery. Council will also consider a letter from the Daybreak Rotary Club stating it will no longer organize the Williams Lake Stampede Parade, and will move into a closed meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and preliminary service negotiations.
- Delegation: Meghann Brinoni, First Nations Health Authority, on BC Cultural Safety and Humility standard
- Late item: Daybreak Rotary Club letter re no longer organizing Williams Lake Stampede Parade
- Motion to close meeting under Community Charter for personnel, litigation, and service negotiations
- Adoption of December 14, 2021 Committee of Whole Council minutes
Regular Council
Williams Lake Council will consider funding up to $15,450 from pandemic funds to expand Family Day 2022 celebrations with park activities, a bonfire, and fireworks, and will vote on adopting a new Municipal Alcohol Policy for events to replace the outdated Special Events Application Policy. The agenda also includes routine items like accounts payable listings, a Family Literacy Week proclamation, and receiving the Council Information Package.
- Authorize up to $15,450 from Pandemic Fund for Family Day 2022 activities
- Adopt Municipal Alcohol Policy - Events No. 225, repealing Policy No. 209
- Proclaim January 23-29, 2022 as Family Literacy Week
- Receive accounts payable cheque and EFT listings for December 17, 23, 2021 and January 7, 2022