Quesnel Council Highlights - June 3, 2025 mtg

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

Delegation - Quesnel Economic Development Strategy Representatives from Lions Gate Consulting and Peak Solutions Consulting Inc. joined Council to share highlights of the 2025 - 2029 Quesnel Economic Development Strategy.  The five-year workplan aligns with Council's strategic priorities and will support the City's planning efforts through current economic challenges by focusing on business development, sector innovation and destination development. Council endorsed the strategy and directed staff to work towards implementation of the initiatives and to pursue funding opportunities as they become available.

Development Services Council approved: DVP2025-77 - Development variance permit request to construct an accessory building in front of the principal building at 3760 Gook Road.

UBCM Convention provincial ministry meeting requests  Council determined their priorities and directed staff to submit requests for minister meetings at the Union of BC Municipalities convention in September. Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General - Health and Safety Ministry of Transportation and Transit – Quesnel Highway 97 Interconnector Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs – Quesnel Junior School Lands Ministry of Environment and Parks - Dragon Mountain Fuel Treatment Ministry of Forests - Commercialization Engine

Correspondence May 23/25 - The Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs is considering legislative amendments to expand the circumstances in which local government council meetings can be closed to the public, to support municipalities in fostering government-to-government relationships and advancing reconciliation. May 25/25 - Council provided a resolution of support to Our Blood Counts - Plasma for Northern BC to establish a blood plasma donor centre in Prince George.

Announcements/Events June - National Indigenous History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. June - Pride Month - Quesnel Pride Society is hosting the following events: June 13 - Youth party June 14 - Parade at noon starting at City Hall, leading to LeBourdais Park for the Pride flag raising and events in the park. June 14 - Adult party June 1-7 - BC Seniors’ Week June 7 - Snotty Nose Rez Kids concert at West Fraser Centre June 21 - Indigenous Peoples' Day - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Lhtako Dene Park - a celebration of Indigenous culture, entertainment and food.

Snotty Nose Rez Kids Set to Ignite West Fraser Centre on June 7! Quesnel is gearing up for an electrifying evening as the acclaimed Indigenous hip-hop duo, Snotty Nose Rez Kids, takes the stage at the West Fraser Centre on Saturday, June 7. Known for their high-energy performances and thought-provoking lyrics, the duo promises a night of music that resonates with both heart and message. Time: Doors open at 6:30 pm; show starts at 7:30 pm Tickets: Available at Eventbrite