Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Government Meetings - Week of June 30-July 4, 2025

During the week of June 30-July 4, 2025  -- there will be no meetings of Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments

Meanwhile, the Boards' of Education for School Districts #27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) and #28 (Quesnel) are now on their annual summer recess and will resume their meetings in mid to late September 2025

Provincial Grants help small Airports!

Courtesy of the Government of BC:

Communities that rely upon regional airports, heliports and water aerodromes provincewide will benefit from funding provided through the Province of B.C.’s Air Access Program.

“Through the B.C. Air Access Program, we’re supporting upgrades to airports that will improve access for vital communities across our province,” said the Hon. Mike Farnworth, BC's Minister of Transportation and Transit. “These improvements to our rural and regional airports will help keep British Columbians connected and our economy on the move.”

This year, the Province is investing $6.2 million through the BC Air Access Program (BCAAP) to support 16 airport upgrades throughout B.C., prioritizing the needs of local communities.

Projects include:

• runway improvements in Comox, Courtenay and Vanderhoof;
• a permanent heliport to serve the isolated community of Tipella, supporting air ambulance and visits by medical practitioners;
• wildlife-exclusion fencing at Fort St. James;
• upgraded weather monitoring at Fairmont Hot Springs; and
• lighting and fuel system upgrades at several airports to improve safety.

“From wildfire suppression to air-ambulance operations, from high-value tourism to connecting Indigenous and rural communities within our province and beyond, the B.C. Air Access Program supports our economy and society,” said Cathy Press, chair, BC Aviation Council.

B.C. is home to more than 300 public airports, heliports and water aerodromes that connect people and their communities, support the economy and help keep people safe. 

While airports are under federal jurisdiction, the Province recognizes the importance of smaller airports to their communities. Since 2017, including this announcement, BCAAP has committed more than $70 million in grants to infrastructure projects at 80 air facilities.

The program is open to facilities that serve fewer than one million passengers per year. BCAAP has an open intake for all eligible applicants every year throughout November and December.

Learn More:

For more information about aviation infrastructure funding and cost-sharing, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/funding-engagement-permits/funding-grants/aviation-infrastructure-funding

A backgrounder follows

Backgrounder:

Air facilities in the following communities have received funding through the BC Air Access Program for 2025-26:

100 Mile House – $14,401 for runway safety improvements

Alert Bay – $35,000 for a facility master plan

Burns Lake – $802,297 for a fuel system upgrade

Comox – $2 million to expand the runway apron

Courtenay – $66,300 to rehabilitate the taxiway and runway

Dawson Creek – $90,153 to repair airfield lighting

Fairmont Hot Springs – $48,688 to upgrade weather monitoring

Fort St. James – $310,727 for wildlife-exclusion fencing

Mackenzie – $46,269 to install motorized gates and upgrade terminal doors

Masset – $392,883 to replace a refueller truck

Nanaimo – $74,630 for a lighting and electrical upgrade

Prince George – $469,480 to upgrade runway lighting

Smithers – $35,000 for a facility master plan

Tipella – $1.2 million to build a permanent heliport

Williams Lake – $233,127 to replace fuel-dispensing cabinets

Vanderhoof – $366,465 to widen the runway ends

Quesnel Council Highlights - June 24, 2025 mtg

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

Retirement Presentations

Council recognized two long term employees who are retiring. Gary Stuart for 46 years of service, and Matt Thomas for 32 years of service.

Pioneer Park License of Occupation

Council approved entering into an agreement with the Quesnel River Archers and the Quesnel Dragon Boat Club for their use of Pioneer Park for a five-year term. The public park is jointly owned by the City of Quesnel and the Cariboo Regional District and is part of the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Service. The agreement was previously approved by the North Cariboo Joint Advisory Committee and is administered by the City of Quesnel.

 2024 Annual Report

Council approved the 2025 Annual Report for the period ending December 31, 2024. 

Advocacy for Protection of the Dragon Mountain Communications Towers

Council received an update about advocacy plans to protect critical infrastructure on Dragon Mountain. Staff have been in contact and have received communications from Ministries that indicate a phased approach to mitigation efforts from the Province. These new advancements have provided insight into positive steps forward, and staff will bring more information back to Council to discuss support and next steps once it becomes available.

 Commemorative Bench Request

At the June 24th Council meeting, Council did not approve the Windy Reeds Senior Harmonica Group's request for a commemorative bench location in front of Arena 2, near the moose statue, but agreed that City staff will work with them to find an existing alternative and suitable location.

Request for Campsites for the Annual March for Arch Pilgrimage

Council approved the request to hold 2 campsites for 3 nights for the annual 2025 March for Arch Pilgrimage.

“The March with Arch is an annual healing journey for Archie Chantyman and a gesture to the larger community to promote Faith, Hope, and Love. A pilgrimage to let go of pain and suffering through unity and forgiveness” (March with Arch Facebook page).

The exact dates of occupancy of the campsites will be confirmed closer to the event date.

Public Safety Tools

Council discussed and provided input on a variety of Bylaw tools to address unsightly properties and nuisance behaviours. Council agreed that a streamlined approach is needed, and that staff should receive direction on which areas the city should focus its efforts on.

Council has agreed to book a Special Open Council Meeting over the summer to discuss this topic in more depth. At that time, Staff will bring more information about bylaw staffing, sample policies, best practices, and recommendations.

Announcements/Events

Saturday, June 28, 2025 - Lion's Club Garage Sale at its new location at 188 Carson Avenue from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 - Canada Day at LeBourdais Park

Tuesday, March 21, 2028 - Quesnel Centennial (1,002 days away)

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The next regularly scheduled Council meeting is July 29, 2025

Expanded borrowing powers for BC Local Governments'

Courtesy of the Government of BC:

Municipalities throughout B.C. will now have quicker access to financing to deliver capital projects, such as infrastructure or amenities, thanks to changes in provincial borrowing regulations.

The updated regulations respond to concerns raised by municipalities about the cost, complexity and risk of delays associated with implementing capital projects.

“Municipalities told us that outdated borrowing thresholds were slowing down their ability to deliver the infrastructure people count on,” said the Hon. Ravi Kahlon, BC's Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “We have responded by expanding the borrowing powers for municipalities so they can act faster, reduce costs and deliver the services that support growing communities. These changes reflect today’s economic realities.”

The Province has amended the municipal liabilities regulation and the short-term capital borrowing regulation to give municipalities more flexibility to plan and finance infrastructure projects that support population growth and housing development. Municipalities can now borrow up to 10% of their annual revenue, without having to hold a public vote, saving time and costs. These changes will help municipalities deliver a wider range of essential infrastructure more efficiently.

“We are pleased to see these changes implemented in response to requests from BC local governments,” said Trish Mandewo, president, Union of B.C. Municipalities. “The amendments will help some local governments manage essential infrastructure more efficiently, ensuring public assets continue to meet the needs of communities facing climate change and population growth.” 

Provincial law regulates how much money municipalities can borrow before requiring an elector approval process. The Province is now adjusting that amount to account for decades of inflation, giving municipalities a greater opportunity to make the investments needed to continue building British Columbia’s future.

Municipalities can borrow up to $150 per capita without elector approval, up from $50, when the term of the borrowing is less than five years (amendment to the short-term capital borrowing regulation). For larger amounts of debt or longer-term debt, municipalities can borrow twice as much without elector approval (increased from 5% to 10% of dependable revenue, through an amendment to municipal liabilities regulation).

To help local governments build housing people need, the Province has delivered a range of tools and funding. This includes:

the historic $1-billion Growing Communities Fund to support 188 local governments;

$51 million in grant-based funding to support activities or projects, such as updating housing needs reports, official community plans, and zoning bylaws; and

$25 million through the Local Government Development Approvals Program.

These new regulatory improvements build on that support by giving municipalities more flexibility to invest in infrastructure more efficiently and with greater confidence.

Quick Facts:

The amended municipal liabilities regulation and short-term capital borrowing regulation took effect on June 9, 2025.

The amendments apply to all 161 municipalities in B.C., except the City of Vancouver.

The City of Vancouver is governed by the Vancouver Charter, which provides different authorities and requirements related to short- and long-term borrowing.

In 2024, the local government financial review working group, comprised of staff from the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs, Ministry of Finance and the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM), reviewed the existing borrowing limits and recommended updating.

The revisions identified would assist communities in funding critical infrastructure more effectively.

Learn More:

Information about the Municipalities Liabilities Regulation can be found here: https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/254_2004

Information about the Short-Term Borrowing Limit Regulation can be found here: https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/368_2003

To learn about the steps the Province is taking to tackle the housing crisis and deliver affordable homes for British Columbians, visit: https://strongerbc.gov.bc.ca/housing/

Williams Lake Council Highlights - June 24th, 2025 mtg

Present in WL Council Chambers:

Mayor Rathor; Councillors Delainey, Lyons, Moses and Nelson

Present via Zoom: 

Councillor S. Boehm

Meeting called to order at 6:00pm

Mayor Rathor recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional unceded territory of Williams Lake First Nation within Secwepemculecw

Meeting Agenda approved  - click here

Minutes of previous meetings of Council were received/adopted

Meeting Video - click here

Business:

1) Council received for information the accounts payable computer cheque and EFT listings dated June 5, 12 and 19, 2025

2) After hearing from 2 Members of the Public (John Pickford and Cariboo RD Area "D" Director Steve Forseth) -- Council received and approved the 2024 Annual Report, as amended, in accordance with Section 98 of the Community Charter

Presentation: 

A certificate to an outgoing ESS Volunteer for their service to Williams Lake and surrounding communities in the Cariboo Regional District was presented and Council expressed their gratitude for their public service to Williams Lake and surrounding communities in the Cariboo Regional District 

Business, cont:

3) After receiving no Public Input -- Council approved Development Permit #4-2025 for property at 450 Mackenzie Avenue South & 265 Fifth Avenue South as well as Development Variance Permit #6-2024 for property at 564 Oliver Street 

4) Council ratified an email poll endorsing the proposed RCMP 2026-2031 multi-year financial plan, approving the 2026-2027 budget cap in principle, and directing staff to send the required Budget Approval in Principle (AIP) Letter to the RCMP and to set up a meeting with the RCMP to discuss these costs

5) Council approved entering into a funding agreement to receive funding from the BC Air Access Program (BCAAP) Airside Project Stream for airport airside upgrades of new airside fuel cabinets in the amount of $275,000 

6) Council endorsed a recommendation from a previous Committee of the Whole meeting, as follows:

That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #22-2025 and the report of the Planner dated June 9, 2025, Council receive the Round 1 and Round 2 Active Transportation Planning Engagement Summaries, the proposed Active Transportation Network Plan dated June 2025 be endorsed, and the Plan be forwarded to local First Nations, the Ministry of Transportation and Transit, and the Cariboo Regional District; and further, that staff be directed to investigate grants to fund the projects included in the Plan

7) Council received a response letter from Minister Farnworth dated June 11, 2025, together with the letter from Mayor Rather dated May 21, 2025, regarding rebuilding of the Quesnel-Hixon alternate route between Quesnel and Prince George

8) Council endorsed a request of the Williams Lake Roller Derby Association and Caribruisers Jr Roller Derby for an amendment to their application to permit the $2,000 in approved 2025 funding to be utilized toward their outdoor vendor market now being held at an alternate location and date (June 22nd, 2025 at the TRU soccer field) than originally applied for

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Councillor J. Flaspohler

9) Council authorized the lights of Williams Lake City Hall be changed to blue on July 25, 2025 for "World Drowning Prevention Day".

10) Council received the "Council Information Package" as of June 24th, 2025 and at the request of Councillor Nelson -- Council agreed to provide a letter of support in regards to Town of Oliver's UBCM Resolution on Ancillary Uses in Land Use Operational Policy for Crown Grant Airport Owners

Council received an quarterly update on the Water Treatment Plant as well as an update from the Chief Administrative Officer/CAO and the CAO responded to questions of Council 

Motion to Close the Meeting at 7:23pm

Council agreed to resolve into a Closed Meeting according to Section 92 + 90(1c) of the Community Charter for discussion of items relating to labour relations or other employee relations, following adjournment of the Open Council Meeting

And then Council adjourned at 7:24pm

Cariboo RD Area "J" Martin Lake Fire Area Alert RESCINDED

Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre:

The Evacuation Alert issued on June 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. for the Martin Lake Area by the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre has been lifted (RESCINDED)

An Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued, however, if that is deemed necessary the process will re-commence.

Martin Lake Fire Area Alert

Evacuation Alert and Map
Interactive Map

For more information contact: 1-866-759-4977

Residents must be prepared if the area receives a future evacuation order or alert on short notice.

To ensure public safety, stay out of fire affected areas and obey all warning and hazard signs.

For rural properties that have been impacted by wildfire, residents should be aware there may be danger trees in wildfire affected areas. Homeowners and private landowners are recommended to work with an insurance agency to have an assessment done by a qualified arborist on their private property.

Air quality may remain poor as a result of smoke from nearby fire activity. Those with respiratory issues, small children, and the elderly should consider this before they choose to return to the area. The BC Centre for Disease Control and regional health authorities have further information on their websites about the health impacts of wildfire smoke.

Residents returning to the area are encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders impacting them.

For Cariboo Regional District information, please visit Cariboo Regional District's website, Emergency Operations Centre Facebook page, or call the CRD’s emergency information line at 1-866-759-4977 (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday).

Well Redevelopment Completed in 100 Mile House

Courtesy of the District of 100 Mile House:

The District of 100 Mile House is pleased to announce the successful completion of the municipal well redevelopment project. This critical initiative, which began in February 2025, involved the full redevelopment of Wells #4, #5, and #6 to enhance the reliability and sustainability of the community's water supply.

Following the completion and monitoring of Well #5, redevelopment work on Wells #4 and #6 proceeded as planned and has now been finalized. All three wells are fully operational and functioning at their capacity, ensuring a stable and secure water supply for the community going forward.

With the project now complete, the District has returned to standard water restrictions, which will remain in effect until further notice. These standard restrictions are in place to promote continued water conservation and responsible usage.

The District would like to extend sincere thanks to all residents for their patience, cooperation, and understanding throughout this lengthy and essential process. Your support has been vital in helping us maintain service and protect our shared water resources.

“We’re incredibly grateful to the community for their support during this project,” said Maureen Pinkney, Mayor of 100 Mile House. “Thanks to these upgrades, our water system is more reliable and better prepared to meet current demand.”

For more information about water restrictions or the completed redevelopment project, please contact the District of 100 Mile House at 250-395-2434 or email district@100milehouse.com. Updates and details will continue to be available on our website at www.100milehouse.com.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Tammy Boulanger

Chief Administrative Officer

District of 100 Mile House

250-395-2434

tboulanger@100milehouse.com

Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments/Boards of Education Meetings - Week of June 23-27, 2025

During the week of June 23-27, 2025 -- the following Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments/Boards of Education will be holding meetings, as follows:

Quesnel -- 

1) Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 at 5:30pm in Quesnel Council Chambers (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St).  On the Agenda:

* Quesnel City Staff Retirement presentations

* Reports from Committees 

* 2024 Annual Report -- City of Quesnel

* Advocacy Plan for Protection of the Dragon Mountain Communications 

* Request for a commemorative bench in front of Arena 2

* Public Safety Tools 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

2) Policy Committee - Regular Meeting on Thursday, June 26th, 2025 at 3:15pm in the Fraser Room, Quesnel City Hall (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St).  On the Agenda:

* Lease Policy 

* "Role of Chief Administrative Officer" Policy 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

School District #27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) -- Regular Board of Education Meeting (final one for 2024-25 School Year) on Monday, June 23rd at 6:30pm in the SD27 Boardroom (350 2nd Avenue, Williams Lake).  When available, the Meeting Agenda can be viewed here

Williams Lake - Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 at 6:00pm in Williams Lake Council Chambers (450 Mart St).  On the Agenda:

* Presentation of Appreciation to Outgoing ESS Volunteer

* 2024 Annual Municipal Report

* Development Permit Application - DP #04-2025 - Denisiqi Services Society (for approval)

* Development Variance Permit Application - DVP #06-2024 - Cariboo Park Home Society (for approval)

*RCMP Agreement in Principle Letter

* BCAAP Grant Application - Regional Airport Upgrades - Airside Fuel Cabinets

* Recommendation from Committee of the Whole -- Williams Lake Active Transportation Plan

* Closed Council Meeting: Section 90(1c - labour) of the Community Charter

View the full Meeting Agenda here

100 Mile House -- Special Council Meeting on Monday, June 23rd, 2025 at 5:30pm in 100 Mile House Council Chambers (385 Birch Avenue).  On the Agenda:

* 2024 Annual Report

* Public Hearings -- 590 Horse Lake Road - Creekside Phase 2 – OCP & Zoning Amendment and 810 & 820 Exeter Truck Route  – OCP & Zoning Amendment 

* Development Variance Permit – 61 Dogwood Avenue 

* 100 Mile Lodge Improvements 

* Martin Exeter Hall Air Conditioning and Heat Control Project 

* Closed Council Meeting -- Sections 90(1c,k - labour and negotiations) of the Community Charter

View the full Meeting Agenda here

Cariboo RD Board Highlights - June 20th, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Chair M. Wagner/Vice Chair M. Neufeld; Directors Sjostrom, Bachmeier, Massier, Forseth,  LeBourdais, Richmond, Glassford, Pare, Anderson, De Vries, Coleman, Paull, and Pinkney 

Meeting called to order at 10:06am

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on various traditional unceded Indigenous territories of the South Cariboo 

Meeting Agenda adopted - click here

Minutes of the previous Board meeting were received/adopted

Business:

1) The Board adopted South Cariboo Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5297, 2020 (Area G/Spring Lake Rd)

2) The Board approved Development Variance Permit #17-2025 for property at 5185 & 5189 Lakeshore Rd in Electoral Area "B"

3) The Board approved Development Permit #5-2025 for property at 1101 Jade St in Electoral Area "A" 

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Director Bachmeier (Area “B”)

4) The Board agreed to favourably recommend a Provincial Agricultural Land Commission application for subdivision pertaining to District Lot 9481, Cariboo District, Except Plans H786, 19976 and 29983 to the Provincial Agriculture Land Commission on Soda Creek-Macalister Road in Electoral Area "D"

5) The Board agreed to renew Temporary Permit #3-2022 for property at 5882 Hilltop Rd in Electoral Area "H"

6) The Board approved a Year Round Grant for Assistance application for the Bighorn Archery Club 100 Mile in the amount of $ 1,000 - to be divided equally between Areas G,H,L

7) The Board authorized for submission the Lac La Hache Community Club’s grant application to Northern Development Initiative Trust’s Community Places stream for $30,000 to assist with costs for an accessible, public dock and boat launch

8) The Board received/ratified the Monthly Expenditures Board Summary Report and Mastercard Summary Report for the month of May 2025, in the amount of $4,141,823.60

9) The Board approved for public inspection the Cariboo Regional District’s 2024 Statement of Financial Information Annual Report 

10) The Board received a request to remove a piece of correspondence from the Board's January 2025 Meeting Agenda and that the request was denied.... 

11) The Board received a request for Support of a Blood Plasma Donor Centre in Northern BC and endorsed the request 

12) The Board received Information-Only items and at the request of Director Forseth:

* Provide a letter of support to the City of Williams Lake's 2025 UBCM Resolution entitled "Support for Additional Dead Wood Salvage" 

* Invite Josh Pressey/Harold Stolar to present at a future Board meeting to provide an update on forestry initiatives in the Cariboo-Chilcotin region … 

13) The Board endorsed recommendations from previous Committee Meetings, as follows:

a) Committee of the Whole -- March 20, 2025

That staff be authorized to work with Director Forseth to explore the feasibility of a dog control service in Electoral Area D, and that up to $5,000 be authorized from the rural feasibility fund

b) Policy Committee - May 21, 2025

* That a half day rate be included for all sanctioned business meetings in the Cariboo Regional District Directors' Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Directors Sjostrom and Bachmeier (Areas A,B) 

Meeting recessed at 11:00am

Meeting resumed at 11:15am

Business, cont:

Consideration of Committee/Commission Recommendations, cont:

*That the Board rescind Policy 2019-7-27, "Untidy & Unsightly Premises Procedures", and replace with Bylaw Department Standard Operating Procedure BYL SOP 1.1 – Unsightly Premise as the internal enforcement procedure. Further, that the  Cariboo Regional District Untidy and Unsightly Premises Regulatory Bylaw be brought to a Committee of the Whole meeting after a legal review.

*That the Election Officials Remuneration Policy No. 2022-9B-6 be amended to reflect the following increases to the Chief and Deputy Chief Election Officials:

Position – General Election

Remuneration

Chief Election Officer

$1,500 (from $1,000)

Deputy Chief Election Officer

$1,000 (from $600)

Position - Assent Vote, less than 4 EA’s (Electoral Areas)

Remuneration

Chief Election Officer (CEO)

$900 (from $600)

Deputy Chief Election Officer (DCEO)

$750 (from $500)

c) South Cariboo Regional Airport Commission - May 8, 2025 

* That Commissioner Richmond be appointed to the position of Chair of the South Cariboo Regional Airport Commission for the year 2025. Further, that Directors Al Richmond, Margo Wagner, Eric de Vries, and Maureen Pinkney and members-at-large Les Kallos, Larry Davis and Greg Atherton be appointed to the Commission 

* That the South Cariboo Regional Airport Fees and Charges Bylaw no. 5397 be revised to increase the annual Private Hangar Licence rate from $4.00/square metre of the building footprint to $1,000 plus $4.00/square metre of the building footprint

* That the hangar license with TGWP Holdings Ltd. be amended and renewed for another 10-year term at an annual license rate of $1,000 plus $4.00/square metre of the building footprint amounting to a total annual fee of $3,142 plus applicable taxes that the appropriate signatories be authorized to enter into the amendment and renewal agreement

* That staff provide notice to Wing and Rotor informing the 2024 license fee of $400 must be paid in-full within 30 days or access to the airport allowed under the Use and Access Agreement between the Cariboo Regional District and Wing and Rotor will be suspended

* That Regional District Policy No. 2017-11-13, which requires a competitive bidding process for procurement of goods and services, be waived and that proposal received from HM Aero Aviation Consulting for the South Cariboo Regional Airport master plan for airport development east of the runway be accepted and awarded to HM Aero Aviation Consulting for $24,090 plus applicable taxes.

d) Central Cariboo Joint Committee - May 21, 2025

* That the Field Maintenance Agreements between the Cariboo Regional District and the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League, Williams Lake Soccer Associations, and Williams Lake Minor Fastball League to support the fields at the Esler Sports Complex be renewed for further three-year terms with allocations increased to $23,000 for the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League, $38,000 for the Williams Lake Soccer Associations, and $14,000 for the Williams Lake Minor Fastball League; and that the Cariboo Regional District and the Cariboo Disc Golf Club enter into a Field Maintenance Agreement for a three-year term with an annual allocation of $5,000; and further, that the appropriate signatories be authorized to enter into the agreements

*That the proposed 2025 capital projects for the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League, Williams Lake Soccer Associations, and Williams Lake Minor Fastball League be approved, including:

the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League will construct a new picnic shelter,

the Williams Lake Soccer Associations will purchase an air compressor for irrigation system and new goal nets,

the Williams Lake Minor Fastball League will apply topsoil,

And that $10,000 for the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League , $10,000 for the Williams Lake Soccer Associations, and $5,000 for the Williams Lake Minor Fastball League for the capital projects be approved as allocated in the Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services (CCRLS) budget and business plan for 2025;

That design plans and a cost estimate be investigated to support the potential installation of lighting at one of the slo-pitch fields

* That the Esler Recreation Advisory Commission members for 2025 be appointed as follows: Linda Barbondy for the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League, Brian Hansen for the Williams Lake Soccer Associations, Nick Surette for the Williams Lake Minor Fastball Association, Mark Savard for the Cariboo Disc Golf Club, and Bruce Newbery and Pierre Mayette for the Esler Community Association.

e) North Cariboo Joint Committee - May 20, 2025

* That the 2024 North Cariboo Recreation and Parks operating budget deficit be absorbed by surplus funds

*That the 2025 - 2029 North Cariboo Recreation and Parks business plan be amended to remove 2025 goals #11. to pursue funding for construction of a gymnastics facility addition at the arts and recreation centre and #12 to pursue funding for an indoor court addition to the arts and recreation centre

f) South Cariboo Joint Committee - June 9, 2025

* That the South Cariboo Recreation Fees and Charges Bylaw be amended with the proposed three-year rate schedule for 2025/26 to 2027/28, which includes general fee increases of 2% in the first year and 3% each year thereafter

* That the 2025 South Cariboo Recreation Capital and Equipment Plan be amended to defer replacement of the lobby flooring until 2028 and reallocate $70,000 of capital funding in 2025 as follows: $35,000 to replace office flooring at the recreation centre and a contribution of $35,000 towards air conditioning and heat upgrades at Martin Exeter Hall

*That up to $30,000 be made available from the approved outdoor rink project funding in the 2025 South Cariboo Recreation capital budget as a contribution to the 100 Mile Outdoor Rink Society to support its effort to complete construction-ready design drawings.

Further, That a South Cariboo Joint Committee meeting be held on July 14, 2025 to receive progress reports on the media booth project and from the Outdoor Rink Society.

14) Directors Requests

a) The Board approved requests from Directors' Bachmeier, Anderson and De Vries (Areas B,K,L) to attend the 2026 BC Natural Resources Forum in Prince George with funding allocated from the Areas B,K,L Director Initiative Funds' 

At the request of Directors -- the Board authorized: 

* That a representative from the BC Energy Regulator present at a future Board Meeting 

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Director Anderson (Area “K”) 

* rescind the appointment of Katya Potekhina to the Area “D” Advisory Planning Commission

* appointments to Area “B” Advisory Planning Commission and Parkland Recreation Commission

* an appointment to Heritage Commission 

* Board policy be waived to reimburse Director LeBourdais for expenses to attend the recent meeting of the Fraser Basin Council

* rescind a appointment to the 108 Greenbelt Commission 

* rescind a appointment to the Area “H” Advisory Planning Commission 

* rescind and make a new appointment to the Area “A” Advisory Planning Commission

As well as providing verbal reports on recent activities in Electoral Areas/Municipalities 

Meeting recessed at 12:33pm for lunch

Meeting resumed at 1:15pm

At 1:16pm -- the Board recessed its' Open Meeting to hold a Closed Meeting as per Sections 92 + 90(1a,c,j,k - appointment, labour, information prohibited from public disclosure and negotiations) of the Community Charter

At 2:50pm -- the Board resumed its' Open Meeting 

The Board reported from its' In-Camera Session that it had appointed a new Fire Chief for Forest Grove VFD until March of 2028

And then the Board adjourned at 2:52pm

Cariboo-Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Highlights - June 20th, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Chair A. Richmond/Vice-Chair M. Sjostrom; Directors Bachmeier, Massier, Forseth, Neufeld, LeBourdais, Wagner, Glassford, Pare, Anderson, De Vries, Coleman, Paull, Pinkney and Smith

Meeting called to order at 9:30am

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional, unceded territory of Tsqescencúlecw (Canim Lake) 

Meeting Agenda adopted - click here

Minutes of the previous Board meeting were received/adopted

Business:

1) The Board received "Information Only" items, as follows:

* Northern Health Community News - May 2025

* Site Plan and Design Concept for Project in 100 Mile House

* Interior Health Healthy Communities Newsletter - June 2025

* Interior Health - Public Service Announcement - Measles Exposure in Sparwood

And the Board also endorsed the design plan for the new CRD Office/Medical Professionals Building in 100 Mile House 

2) At the request of Director Forseth (Area “D”) — the Board agreed to waive Board Policy and gave approval-in-principle to the request from Interior Health of 40% up to $100,000 for a financial contribution to the SD27 (School District #27) childcare project which they will then remit to School District 27 to be put towards the costs of converting the Columneetza Dormitory into childcare spaces and directed that a Capital Expenditure Bylaw be prepared for the Board's consideration of 3 Readings/Adoption at its' July 11, 2025 CCRHD meeting, subject to confirmation that certain daycare spaces will be reserved for healthcare professionals 

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Director J. Massier (Area “C”) 

The Chair provided a verbal report on his recent activities and then responded to questions by Directors’

And then the Board adjourned at 10:06am

Committee of the Whole (Cariboo RD Board) Session - June 19th, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Chair M. Wagner/Vice Chair M. Neufeld; Directors Bachmeier, Massier, Forseth, Richmond, Glassford, Pare, Anderson, De Vries, Coleman, Paull, and Pinkney 

Meeting called to order at 12:45pm

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on various traditional unceded Indigenous territories of the South Cariboo 

Director Forseth advised the Committee of the unavoidable absence of Director Rathor, as a result of the passing of his father and consequently would not be able to attend either the Committee of the Whole meeting on Thursday, June 19, 2025 nor the Board Meetings on Friday, June 20, 2025 

Meeting Agenda adopted - click here

Minutes of the previous Committee of the Whole meeting were received/adopted

A "Welcome to the Territory" ceremony was provided to the Committee by Mr. Floyd Dick

On behalf of the Committee -- the Chair thanked Mr. Dick for the warm Welcome to the Territory 

Business:

The Committee discussed the following items:

1) UBCM Meeting Requests – MOTT (Ministry of Transportation/Transit) Staff

2) Proposed Strategic Priorities Fund Applications

3) Zoning Bylaw and RLUB (Rural Land Use Bylaw) Consolidation Review Project 

4) Community Works Prioritization Policy Update

5) Asset Management Strategy

6) Costs of Attending the 2024 UBCM Convention

7) Protective Services Update

8) FireSmart Presentation

9) Update on the Board Strategic Plan 

The Committee then made the following recommendations to the Regional Board for its' consideration: 

a) 

That the new Community Works Funding Prioritization Policy be adopted as presented, and Policy 2020-1B-29 be rescinded.

That one-third (33%) of the balance of Community Works Funds as of January 1, 2025 be restricted for the CWF Community Impact Projects Stream as described in the new Community Works Funding Prioritization Policy, with the remainder restricted for the CWF Infrastructure Reinvestment Stream.

That $200,000 per year for fiscal years 2026-2029 from the Community Works Funds be approved for the Community Halls Green Infrastructure Upgrades program, funded from the Community Impact Projects Stream, for a total allocation of $800,000.

That the following allocation of Community Works Funds be approved from the Infrastructure Reinvestment Stream:

$ 250,000 for the Pine Valley Sewer Treatment System Upgrade – Feasibility Study & Design (2025);

$ 155,000 for the Lac La Hache Lift Station & Force Main Replacement Detailed Design (2025);

$1,500,000 – 150 Mile Firehall Replacement (2025);

$1,500,000 – Forest Grove Firehall 1 Replacement (2025);

$1,000,000 – 108 Low Pressure Mains Upgrade (2025);

$ 113,000 – SCADA Upgrade, Russett Bluff Water (2025);

$ 91,900 – SCADA Upgrade, Benjamin Water (2025); and

$ 625,000 for the Asset Management Planning Project Base Funding for software, consulting services and staffing at $125,000 per year from 2025-2029.

b) That the Asset Management Strategy be adopted as presented.

At 3:45pm -- the Committee recessed its' Open Meeting and proceeded to a Closed Session as per Sections 92 + 90(1e - land) of the Community Charter

At 4:06pm -- the Committee resumed its' Open Meeting

And then the Committee adjourned at 4:07pm