New Appointees to CleanBC Climate Council

Courtesy of the Government of BC:

The Province will be appointing three new members to the independent Climate Solutions Council to provide advice to government on meeting B.C.’s climate and clean economy goals through CleanBC programs and actions.

“I want to thank the incoming members of the Climate Solutions Council, who bring strong skills and experience to support their commitment to building a cleaner, stronger future for everyone in B.C.,” said the Hon. George Heyman, BC's Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. “I’d also like to thank outgoing members for their major contributions and the expertise they brought to the council. Their efforts and willingness to collaborate strengthened our CleanBC plan as we work to combat climate change and build a more resilient and sustainable economy.”

New Council members will include Toni Boot, mayor, Summerland; Arjun Singh, city councillor, Kamloops; and Scott Maloney, vice-president of environment, Teck Resources Limited. Outgoing council members include Josie Osborne, former mayor of Tofino and now minister of municipal affairs; Tom Syer, vice-president of stakeholder relations, TC Energy; and Lee Brain, mayor, Prince Rupert.

“The Climate Solutions Council welcomes our newest members. They bring important perspectives to our discussions on quickly moving to a clean and competitive economy,” said Colleen Giroux-Schmidt, co-chair, B.C.’s Climate Solutions Council, and vice-president of corporate relations, Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. “We look forward to continuing our work to help address climate change and providing strong, independent advice to government on meeting our climate goals.”

British Columbia’s Climate Solutions Council provides advice to government on actions and policies that can contribute to carbon pollution reductions and sustainable economic development. The council includes members from First Nations, environmental organizations, industry, academia, youth, labour and local government.

CleanBC is a pathway to a more prosperous, balanced and sustainable future. It supports government’s commitment to climate action to meet B.C.’s emission targets and build a cleaner, stronger economy for everyone.

Learn More:

To learn more about the Climate Solutions Council, visit: www.gov.bc.ca/climatesolutionscouncil  

To learn more about CleanBC, visit: www.cleanbc.gov.bc.ca

Canim Lake lockdown to lift on Saturday, January 30

Joint Statement from the Cariboo Regional District, District of 100 Mile House and Canim Lake Band:

Efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 within the Canim Lake Band are showing success. COVID recoveries in the community now outnumber active cases and the majority of eligible members have received the first round of vaccinations. Working from guidance provided by Interior Health, the community lockdown that has been in place in the community will be lifted on Saturday, January 30.

To support these positive developments, steps continue to be taken to limit the risk of exposure. Affected families in the Canim Lake Band are remaining in isolation at this time and the outbreak status will continue for at least another four weeks. There will also continue to be limited access to the community

“We continue to use our Secwepemc values to guide our response to the COVID outbreak in our community,” notes Chief Helen Henderson. “The Canim Lake Emergency Operations Team has managed to keep our community safe, while dealing with their own sense of loss and stress through the last weeks.”

“We recognize the impact this outbreak has had on the community,” said Cariboo Regional District Chair Margo Wagner. “On behalf of the Cariboo Regional District I extend our deepest condolences to the Secwepemc people. The passing of elders has a deep impact on any community. It is even more devastating when we lose vital language and cultural knowledge at the same time as loved ones mourn the passing of a family member.”

District of 100 Mile House Mayor Mitch Campsall is looking forward to seeing the Secwepemc people emerging from lockdown.

“I recognize the sacrifices made by the Canim Lake Band have benefited everyone in the South Cariboo. Through collective action and a unified response, they not only fought back against the outbreak in their own community, but they helped to reduce the risk of virus transmission in the wider South Cariboo area.”

All three local leaders are hopeful that a smooth transition out of lockdown will be achieved. They are asking area residents to play their part by being mindful of the following:

• The community has met Provincial Health Office criteria to end the lockdown
• They will continue to have COVID precautions in place, including limiting access. 
• The CLB EOC will continue to support its members to follow the Provincial health orders.
• The Canim Lake Band is planning a phased-in opening of school and administration offices.
• CLB students will be returning to classes in School District #27, including riding the buses.
• Canim Lake Band members may be visiting nearby communities for appointments and to buy groceries and supplies.

Local RCMP and School District 27 are also voicing their support for the Canim Lake Band.

“100 Mile House RCMP will continue to support Canim Lake Band as they move forward to a new normal,” said Staff Sgt. Svend Nielsen. “We were extremely proud to be able to support their community during this difficult time. Please remember to follow Public Health Orders in place and still enforceable in the 100 Mile Detachment area.”

Superintendent Chris van der Mark said, “School District 27 appreciates the tremendous efforts of the Canim Lake community in keeping our communities safe, and we are excited to see our Canim Lake students returning to school!"

“It is our strong family values that allowed COVID to take hold in our community. But it is also our strong community values that allowed us to pull together and do what was needed for the good of the community as a whole,” notes Chief Helen Henderson. “In the larger picture, we have learned many lessons about dealing with a pandemic that can be used to benefit other communities.”

IH's Cluster Numbers (Cariboo-Chilcotin) -- Jan 29th, 2021

Courtesy of Interior Health:

 

Local Gov't Mtgs - Week of Feb 1-5, 2021

Only Quesnel City Council and Quesnel Council's Policy/Bylaw Committee will meet next week, as follows:

Quesnel City Council -- Regular Meeting on February 2nd at 6pm and meeting to be recorded and uploaded to YouTube for viewing.  On the Agenda:

* Committee Reports

* Forestry Initiatives Program -- 2020 Annual Report

* NDIT Capital Investment Analysis Application - Airport Hanger

* Questwood Transition Table Update

* Quesnel River Whitewater Recreation Opportunities

* NDIT Application - Gold Pan Improvements

View the full Agenda here

Policy/Bylaw Committee (City of Quesnel) - Regular Committee Meeting on Thursday, Feb 4th at 3:15pm, via electronic means.  When available -- the Agenda can be viewed here

Also - BC Local Governments (including those of the Cariboo-Chilcotin) will be attending online events next week as follows:

1) 2021 UBCM Electoral Area Directors' Forum from Feb 2nd, 1pm until February 3rd at 12pm

2) 2021 LGLA (Local Government Leadership Academy) Annual Leadership Forum from February 3rd at 1pm until February 5th at 4:30pm...

Agendas can be viewed as follows:

a) 2021 UBCM Electoral Area Directors' Forum - click here

b) 2021 LGLA Annual Leadership Forum - click here

As is my personal practice -- I will file a Post Event report from attendance at the 2021 UBCM Electoral Area Directors' Forum and 2021 LGLA (Local Government Leadership Academy) Annual Leadership Forum upon their conclusion.... 

~SF

January 29th, 2021 BC #COVID-19 Numbers Update

Joint Statement from BC's Provincial Health Officer/Minister of Health (Dr. Bonnie Henry/Hon. Adrian Dix):

“Today, we are reporting 514 new cases, including six epi-linked cases, for a total of 66,779 cases in British Columbia.

“There are 4,557 active cases of COVID-19 in the province. There are 292 individuals currently hospitalized with COVID-19, 74 of whom are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation.

“Currently, 7,242 people are under active public health monitoring as a result of identified exposure to known cases and a further 59,551 people who tested positive have recovered.

“Since we last reported, we have had 134 new cases of COVID-19 in the Vancouver Coastal Health region, 223 new cases in the Fraser Health region, 29 in the Island Health region, 71 in the Interior Health region, 57 in the Northern Health region and no new cases of people who reside outside of Canada.

“To date, 129,241 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in B.C., 4,262 of which are second doses. Immunization data is available on the COVID-19 dashboard at: www.bccdc.ca

“The first dose of COVID-19 vaccines have now been provided to long-term care residents and staff who would like it. While this protection for those who are most vulnerable is an important milestone for all of us, we must continue to remain vigilant.

“There have been five new COVID-19 related deaths, for a total of 1,189 deaths in British Columbia. We offer our condolences to everyone who has lost their loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We have one new health-care facility outbreak at Holy Family Hospital, and the outbreaks at Little Mountain Place, Mayfair Senior Living Care and Morgan Place Care are now over.

“January has proven to be a difficult month for all of us. As our new cases of COVID-19 remain high, vaccine supply has been impacted and we all feel the fatigue of this pandemic.

“But we have to remember that this month has also brought more light. Each day, more of the people who are most vulnerable to severe illness are now protected. With that, we have seen a notable decline in the outbreaks in long-term care.

“Today, new international travel restrictions were announced by the federal government to further limit the potential for COVID-19 to spread in our communities. This is a welcome addition and another layer of protection for all of us.

“Any travel beyond your local community, unless it is absolutely essential for work or medical care, is strongly discouraged right now. This applies to everyone in British Columbia and anyone considering a visit to our province. Now is not the time to travel.

“We all need to hold off on our travel plans until we can be sure we won’t be bringing the virus with us or bringing it back to our families and communities.

“Our layers of protection are a combination of the provincial public health restrictions, our personal actions and precautions, and supporting each other to do the right thing – with no exception. This combined effort is what will push our curve down.

“By working together while staying part and always following the measures we have in place, we are able to keep our restaurants open, our ski hills open, our kids going to school and to keep our health-care system working.

“This time is about each of us choosing to do all we can. This is what allows us to keep as much as is safe open and also slow the spread of COVID-19. Staying apart, small and local. That’s the path we need to stay on right now.”

Learn More:

For vaccine information, visit the BCCDC dashboard: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/data
Or: www.bccdc.ca

For data regarding ongoing outbreaks in long-term care, assisted-living and independent-living facilities in B.C., visit: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/data#outbreak

Mental health support, visit:

Mental health and anxiety support: www.bouncebackbc.ca 
Or: www.anxietycanada.com
Or: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/about-covid-19/mental-well-being-during-covid-19
Or:https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/virtual-supports-covid-19

The latest updates, guidance and information on COVID-19, and where to get tested, visit:

The latest medical updates, including case counts, prevention, risks and to find a testing centre near you: http://www.bccdc.ca/
Or follow @CDCofBC on Twitter.

Provincial health officer orders and guidance, visit:

Orders: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/office-of-the-provincial-health-officer/current-health-topics/covid-19-novel-coronavirus

Guidance on new restrictions: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/covid-19-provincial-support/restrictions

Non-health related information, visit:

Financial, child care and education support, travel, transportation and essential service information: www.gov.bc.ca/covid19
Or call 1 888 COVID19 (1 888 268-4319) between 7:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. (Pacific time), seven days a week.

COVID-19 exposure events, updates and information by health authority, visit:

BCCDC (flights, work sites, etc): http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/public-exposures
Fraser Health: fraserhealth.ca/covid19exposure
Interior Health: https://news.interiorhealth.ca/news/public-exposures/
Island Health: https://www.islandhealth.ca/learn-about-health/covid-19/outbreaks-and-exposures
Northern Health: https://www.northernhealth.ca/health-topics/outbreaks-and-exposures
Vancouver Coastal Health: http://www.vch.ca/covid-19/public-exposures

For the latest videos and livestreaming of COVID-19 media availabilities, visit:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BCProvincialGovernment/ 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCGovNews 

YouTube: www.youtube.com/ProvinceofBC 

Kraft Hockeyville Competition 2021

Courtesy of the City of Williams Lake:

Do you want to help us win $250,000 to improve our arenas at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex?

The City of Williams Lake has entered the Kraft Hockeyville 2021 competition and needs our community’s support. To win a place in the competition, we urge everyone to go online and share stories about what hockey and the arena mean to you. 

We receive points in the following four ways:

• 10 points for shared stories at www.williamslake.ca/krafthockeyville
• 5 points for sharing our Hockeyville page on Twitter using the share button
• 3 points for uploading photos of our arena at www.williamslake.ca/krafthockeyville
• 1 point for adding a note or an emoji at www.williamslake.ca/krafthockeyville

Stories will be judged on the following criteria:

• Depiction of the nominated community's spirit and passion for hockey (50%)
• Description of the Arena's importance to you, your family and your community (25%)
• Description of how the prize money would be used (25%)

The deadline is February 14, 2021 - visit the link at www.williamslake.ca/krafthockeyville for more information and to share your stories today! 

January 28th, 2021 BC #COVID-19 Numbers Update

Joint Statement from BC's Provincial Health Officer/Minister of Health (Dr. Bonnie Henry/Hon. Adrian Dix):

"Today, we are reporting 546 new cases, including five epi-linked cases, for a total of 66,265 cases in British Columbia.

"There are 4,455 active cases of COVID-19 in the province. There are 291 individuals currently hospitalized with COVID-19, 75 of whom are in intensive care. The remaining people with COVID-19 are recovering at home in self-isolation.

“Currently, 7,176 people are under active public health monitoring as a result of identified exposure to known cases and a further 59,141 people who tested positive have recovered.

"Since we last reported, we have had 174 new cases of COVID-19 in the Vancouver Coastal Health region, 218 new cases in the Fraser Health region, 30 in the Island Health region, 70 in the Interior Health region, 51 in the Northern Health region and three new cases with people who reside outside of Canada.

“To date, 127,255 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in B.C., 4,185 of which are second doses. Immunization data is available on the COVID-19 dashboard: www.bccdc.ca

"There have been 12 new COVID-19 related deaths, for a total of 1,184 deaths in British Columbia. We offer our condolences to everyone who has lost their loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We have two new health-care facility outbreaks at Bradley Centre and Concord by the Sea. The outbreaks at Chilliwack General Hospital, KinVillage, KinVillage West Court and Rideau Retirement Residence are over.

“Over the past year, many of the occasions where we would get together with our friends and extended family have been put on hold or re-imagined to ensure it is safer for everyone. This same approach needs to be taken with the upcoming holidays in February – including the Lunar New Year and Family Day.

“Any travel beyond your local community, unless it is absolutely essential for work or medical care, is strongly discouraged right now. This is necessary because we know that COVID-19 can travel with us, and we can just as easily bring it back on our return. If it is a day trip or a weekend getaway, the risk is the same.

“The more people you see and more places you go increase the risk for you, your family and those in the community you may be visiting. Rather, this coming Family Day, make it a day with your family at home. Plan something local and make it special for the people in your household.

“Doing our part is all of our responsibility, whether an individual, workplace or business. Just as we are asking every person to help keep our wall strong, without exception, so we need businesses to do that same.

“In recent weeks, we have seen an increase in community clusters and exposures in businesses, and we remind business owners now is not the time to let things slip. WorkSafeBC and environmental health teams have stepped up inspections and will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of communities, including shutting a business if required.

“Equally important, all businesses that can accommodate employees to work from home should ensure that continues. The fewer people you see, the safer everyone will be.

“The ongoing risks and challenges that have come with this pandemic have put a strain on all of us. While much focus is on our physical health, it is equally important to take care of our mental and emotional well-being. In particular, let’s ensure we connect our friends and family – young and old – who may be struggling, to let them know they are not alone and support is available.

“We thank everyone for your sustained effort and commitment, despite how tired you may be. Take heart in knowing the small actions we take – sending a card to a friend, following the directional arrows in your grocery store – have a big impact and, without a doubt, will help stop the spread of COVID-19.”

Learn More:

For vaccine information, visit the BCCDC dashboard: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/data
Or: www.bccdc.ca

For data regarding ongoing outbreaks in long-term care, assisted-living and independent-living facilities in B.C., visit: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/data#outbreak

Mental health support, visit:

Mental health and anxiety support: www.bouncebackbc.ca 
Or: www.anxietycanada.com
Or: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/about-covid-19/mental-well-being-during-covid-19
Or:https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/virtual-supports-covid-19

The latest updates, guidance and information on COVID-19, and where to get tested, visit:

The latest medical updates, including case counts, prevention, risks and to find a testing centre near you: http://www.bccdc.ca/
Or follow @CDCofBC on Twitter.

Provincial health officer orders and guidance, visit:

Orders: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/office-of-the-provincial-health-officer/current-health-topics/covid-19-novel-coronavirus

Guidance on new restrictions: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/covid-19-provincial-support/restrictions

Non-health related information, visit:

Financial, child care and education support, travel, transportation and essential service information: www.gov.bc.ca/covid19
Or call 1 888 COVID19 (1 888 268-4319) between 7:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. (Pacific time), seven days a week.

COVID-19 exposure events, updates and information by health authority, visit:

BCCDC (flights, work sites, etc): http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/public-exposures
Fraser Health: fraserhealth.ca/covid19exposure
Interior Health: https://news.interiorhealth.ca/news/public-exposures/
Island Health: https://www.islandhealth.ca/learn-about-health/covid-19/outbreaks-and-exposures
Northern Health: https://www.northernhealth.ca/health-topics/outbreaks-and-exposures
Vancouver Coastal Health: http://www.vch.ca/covid-19/public-exposures

For the latest videos and livestreaming of COVID-19 media availabilities, visit:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BCProvincialGovernment/ 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCGovNews 
YouTube: www.youtube.com/ProvinceofBC

Quesnel Council Highlights - Jan 26th mtg

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

South Quesnel Business Improvement Area

Council provided the first and second bylaw readings for the City of Quesnel South Quesnel Business Improvement Area Bylaw 1899 (“Bylaw”).  By passing first and second readings of this Bylaw, Council has given approval of the South Quesnel Downtown Business Association’s (“SQBIA”) proposed budget and proposed plans for 2021 and 2022. 

City staff will mail out to all of the businesses located within the SQBIA’s boundary, the SQBIA’s proposed 2021 and 2022 budgets/plans, along with an estimate of each business’s costs of the proposed Bylaw levy, and instructions for the petition process.  Any SQBIA business opposing the continuation of the SQBIA will have 30 days to notify City Hall of their opposition against Bylaw 1899, once the mail out packages have been received by the SQBIA businesses.

District Energy System Feasibility Study

Council approved City staff to submit a grant application to assist in funding a Thermal Energy District Energy System Feasibility Study for the City of Quesnel (“Study). 

In January 2020, an investigation into a City-owned District Energy System (“DES”) for the downtown core (with the possibility of a future expansion) was initiated by the City and West Fraser as the project partner.  The proposed DES would not require any increase in fiber or biomass burning by West Fraser, would focus on waste heat already available through production, and would utilize new heat pump technology to upgrade this heat to a usable and stable source to supply the DES.  The proposed DES would assist the City in meeting both its reduced emission targets by reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20% for the City of Quesnel community footprint (heating), as well as reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 29% for the City’s corporate operations (heating/hot water).

Quesnel Regional Airport - Hangar Lease

Council approved a five-year agreement for the lease of approximately 5,600 square metres of land at the Quesnel Regional Airport, and transfer of ownership of the hangar located on the lands, that was previously leased to Westside Logging Ltd., to Jerry and Barb van Halderen.

City Hall - Office Space Lease

Council approved a lease for approximately 1254 square feet of office space on the forth floor of the City Hall building with the Cariboo-North MLA whereby the termination period coincides with the next Provincial election.

Quesnel Regional Airport - Strategic Plan

Council approved the 2021-2022 Strategic Plan for the Quesnel Regional Airport (“Airport”).  The key items found in this Strategic Plan are:

• Develop Business case for Fixed Based Operations including a second fuel station
• Subdivide property for lease or sale
• Attract fight school, charter flights, helicopter businesses, light industry
• Existing tenant expansion
• Revise policies, practices, pricing and services

Quesnel Municipal Landfill – Outcomes and Planning

Council received an update of the progress made in the last year with regard to the implementation of the Quesnel Municipal Landfill Strategic Plan, and discussed future solid waste management goals, such as organics diversion and zero waste initiatives.

Bylaws

• Bylaw 1901 – Multi-Unit Housing Incentives – Final Adoption
• Bylaw 1899 – South Quesnel Business Improvement Area – First and Second Readings

Next Council Meeting

• 6:00 p.m. – February 2, 2021

Day 3 of the 2021 Virtual BC Natural Resources Forum

Today is the final day of the 2021 Virtual BC Natural Resources Forum which commences at 9am today

Program can be viewed here

The Forum will conclude this afternoon...

~SF

Central Cariboo Joint Committee Highlights - Jan 27th mtg

Present: 

From City of WL -- Councillors' J. Ryll, I. Bonnell and S. Boehm

From CRD -- Directors S. Forseth, A. Delainey and M. LeBourdais

Meeting chaired by Director A. Delainey

Meeting called to order at 5:30pm

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on traditional Northern Secwēpemc (Shuswap) territory... 

Procedural Motion: Close Meeting to Public Access

Resolved -- 

That members of the public are not permitted to physically attend the January 27, 2021 meeting of the Central Cariboo Joint Committee due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As per Ministerial Order from the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General the Regional District cannot, at this time, ensure the safety of staff, Committee members, and members of the public in such circumstances.  Despite this, for the purposes of Division 3 of Part 4 of the Community Charter, the meeting is not to be considered closed to the public.

Openness, transparency, accessibility, and accountability, in respect of this meeting, will be achieved by the open publishing of the minutes.

Meeting Agenda adopted

Minutes of the Joint Committee meeting held on November 25th and December 16th, 2020 were both received/adopted

Delegation:

Stacey Poirier from the Williams Lake Studio Theatre Society appeared before the Joint Committee, via teleconference, to discuss the potential sale of the former Glendale School building

A Question/Answer period ensued

The Chair thanked the delegation for their time/information

Business:

1) 4th Quarter 2020 Report - Central Cariboo Arts/Culture Society

The 4th Quarter 2020 Report from the Central Cariboo Arts/Culture Society was presented to the Committee

Discussion ensued thereon... 

Resolved -- Report received

2) 2024/2026 BC Games

A report from the Deputy Corporate Officer was presented to the Committee

Discussion ensued thereon.. 

Resolved -- Report received 

3) NDIT Application – Williams Lake Slo-Pitch Infield Improvement

The Committee received a report from the CRD Community/Economic Development Officer

Discussion ensued thereon

Resolved: That the Committee recommend to the Regional Board

That the agenda item summary from Beth Holden, Regional Economic & Community Development Officer, dated January 19, 2021, regarding the application from the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League to Northern Development Initiative Trust for $30,000 in grant funding under the Community Places Program to resurface four infields at Esler Sports Complex, be received. Further, that the grant application be supported

4) Action Page 

The Committee reviewed the Action Page

Discussion ensued thereon... 

Resolved and Defeated - That Item #1 be removed from the Action Page (Regional Museum Proposal)

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Directors A. Delainey/M. LeBourdais and Councillors' J. Ryll, I. Bonnell and S. Boehm 

Resolved - That the Action Page be refreshed as per Committee discussions

5) Discussion Item -- Boitanio Park Daycamp

Discussion ensued thereon... 

No resolution resulted from the discussions'

At 6:53pm -- The Committee recessed its' Open Session to convene a Closed Committee Session as per Sections 92 (Motion to go In-Camera in Open Meeting) & 90(1e - land) of the Community Charter

At 7:30pm -- the Committee resumed its' public meeting and adjourned

Central Cariboo Rural Caucus Highlights - Jan 27th mtg

Present: Directors S. Forseth, A. Delainey, M. LeBourdais, G. Kirby and C. Mernett (Areas D,E,F,J,K)

The Deputy Corporate Officer (L. Schick) called the meeting to order at 3:03pm

Election of Chair for 2021:

The Deputy Corporate Officer called 3 times for nominations for the position of Caucus Chair for 2021

Director Forseth nominated Director LeBourdais.  Director LeBourdais accepted her nomination

No further nominations were received.  Director LeBourdais declared elected, by acclamation, as the Central Cariboo Rural Directors' Caucus Chair for 2021

Director M. LeBourdais assumed the Chair at 3:04pm

Procedural Motion: Close Meeting to Public Access 

Resolved -- That members of the public are not permitted to physically attend the January 27, 2021 meeting of the Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As per Ministerial Order from the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General the Regional District cannot, at this time, ensure the safety of staff, Caucus members, and members of the public in such circumstances.  Despite this, for the purposes of Division 3 of Part 4 of the Community Charter, the meeting is not to be considered closed to the public.

Openness, transparency, accessibility, and accountability, in respect of this meeting, will be achieved by the open publishing of the minutes.

Meeting Agenda approved

Minutes of the Central Cariboo Rural Directors' Caucus meeting held November 25th, 2020 were received/adopted, as corrected

Delegation:

1) RCMP Insp. Jeff Pelley - Williams Lake RCMP Detachment Commander re: update

Following the presentation, A Question/Answer period ensued

The Chair thanked Insp. Pelley for his time/information

Business:

1) City of Williams Lake - Potential for Cost Sharing Maintenance Costs of City Parks Facilities

Caucus resumed its' discussion from its' November 2020 meeting.  City of Williams Lake CAO/Director of Community Services Gary Muraca/Ian James and Williams Lake City Councillors' Jason Ryll/Ivan Bonnell were present and responded to questions of Caucus members'

The Chair thanked the delegation from the City of Williams Lake for their time/information

Resolved - Matter be referred to February's Caucus meeting for further consideration

2) Grant for Assistance Application (GFA)  - Anahim Lake Community Association

Caucus resumed its' consideration of the GFA application from its' November 2020 meeting.

Discussion ensued thereon... 

Resolved - That Caucus recommend to the Regional Board... 

That a Grant for Assistance from Electoral Area "J" to the Anahim Lake Community Association be provided in the amount of $5,000

3) Central Cariboo Appointments for 2021

Report from the Deputy Corporate Officer

Discussion ensued thereon

Resolved - That Caucus recommend to the Regional Board... 

That the agenda item summary from Lore Schick, Deputy Corporate Officer/Executive Assistant, dated January 21, 2021, regarding the appointments to various Central Cariboo Committees for 2021, be received and appointments made, without meeting remuneration, as follows:

Williams Lake Air Quality Roundtable - Director LeBourdais

Williams Lake and District Chamber of Commerce - Director Forseth

Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Society -- Director Forseth 

UNBC South Central Advisory Committee -- Director Delainey

4) Central Cariboo Joint Committee Co-Chair for 2021

Report from the Deputy Corporate Officer

Discussion ensued thereon

Resolved - That Caucus appoint Director A. Delainey as Central Cariboo Joint Committee Co-Chair for 2021 

5) Discussion Item -- Commercial Traffic in Rural Fringe Communities

Director Forseth reported on this item

Discussion ensued thereon... 

No resolution resulted from the discussion... 

6) Action Page

Caucus reviewed the Action Page

Discussion ensued thereon

Resolved - That Items 1 and 2 be removed from the Action Page

Caucus agreed to adjourn at 4:59pm