Quesnel Council Highlights - August 16th mtg

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

Presentation - Quesnel Ambassador Leadership Program Plaque Presentation to Outgoing Ambassadors - 2021/2022 Jessie Johal Naylene Runge Jaeana Dumais Introduction to Incoming Ambassadors - 2022/2023 Nevaeh Kueber Jada Crossman

QYZ Fuel Card Reader Due to changes with Visa and, potentially other major credit card companies, Council approved the allocation of $35,000 from 2022 airport surplus funds for the purchase and installation of a Fuel Card Reader at the Quesnel Regional Airport.

 

Local Government Climate Action Program In 2022, the provincial government launched a new local government Climate Action Program that provides local governments predictable and stable funding to support the implementation of local climate action that reduces emissions and prepares communities for the impacts of a changing climate. In 2022, Quesnel will receive $107,082 to support these initiatives. Projects will be reviewed during the budget process. The City’s greenhouse gases were 1,167 tCO2e in 2021 a decrease of 7.9% from 2020 due largely to a lighter snow year than usual, so less diesel was used for the snow clearing equipment.

Zoning amendment proposal - 383 St. Laurent Avenue Council was asked to consider BC Housing's request for a zoning amendment. BC Housing obtained funding through the Permanent Housing Plan to acquire a new site in Quesnel that is intended to expand supportive housing units in the community.  BC Housing assessed several properties in our area and, found only one that would meet all of its requirements. The proposal to acquire 383 St. Laurent (current Ramada Inn) to expand supportive housing units in the community and move the shelter and transitional spaces off Carson Avenue, as is outlined in BC Housing's Justification letter. An amendment to the zoning bylaw is required for these uses to be located at this site. Council provided first reading on the proposed Bylaw, setting in motion the process for public consultation and feedback.  BC Housing will be holding community sessions allowing the public to ask BC Housing questions about their proposal.  A report on the feedback will come to the September 6 Council meeting and, the Public Hearing for community comment is scheduled for September 13.

 

Policy Updates - Latecomer & Strata Conversion Council approved changes to Latecomer Policy CCR-26 and Strata Conversion Policy CCR-25, with only minor changes

 

Bylaws Bylaw 1926 - City of Quesnel 2020 - 2023 Tax Exempting Amendment Bylaw No. 1926 of 2022 - First, Second and Third Readings Bylaw 1768 - Quesnel Road Closure and Dedication Removal Bylaw No. 1768 of 2022 - Third Reading Bylaw 1928 - City of Quesnel Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1928, 2022 (383 St. Laurent Avenue) - First Reading and, Set Public Hearing Date for: Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 6pm at Council Chambers, City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street.