Comox Council Votes

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the Special Council Meeting Agenda for Sunday, July 12, 2026 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the Exempt Municipal Officers Amendment Bylaw (No. 1145.01)

THAT the Exempt Municipal Officers Amendment Bylaw No. 7745.07 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the July 8, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the June 10 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 27 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Tuesday, May 27, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved a development variance permit for 351 McLeod Street

THAT Development Variance Permit APPN 2026-0013 (DVP) be Approved; and THAT Administration be directed to issue the permit.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved the 2026 Remembrance Day parade, road closure and RCAF flyby support

THAT the June 9, 2026 correspondence from Ben Douglas, Poppy Chair, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 160 Comox, regarding the 2026 Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremonies, be received; and, THAT the request from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 160 Comox to hold the 2026 Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremony on November 11,...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked staff for options on the Noel Avenue bike lanes after resident concerns

THAT the matter be referred to Administration for a report back addressing residents' concerns and outlining potential options for bike lanes on Noel Avenue.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted the June 17 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 2067

THAT Comox Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 2067 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved a development variance permit for 941 Aspen Road East

1. THAT Development Variance Permit APPN-2026-0014 (941 Aspen – East) be approved; and THAT Administration be directed to issue the permit.

Opposed: Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved Development Permit 25-12 for the 941 Aspen Road East project

2. THAT Development Permit 25-12 be approved; and THAT Administration be directed to issue the permit.

Opposed: Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved raising the Pride flag at Town Hall from August 28 to 31, 2026

THAT the June 19, 2026 correspondence from Janine Scheffler of the Pride Society of the Comox Valley be received; and THAT approval be granted for the Pride flag to be raised at Town Hall from August 28 to 31, 2026.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the 2027-2031 budget schedule

THAT the July 8, 2026 report from the Director of Finance, titled “2027-2031 Budget Schedule” be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved a Deposits Policy

THAT Council approve Council Policy CCL-090 Deposits Policy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Exempt Municipal Officers Amendment Bylaw 1145.01 three readings

THAT the Exempt Municipal Officers Amendment Bylaw No. 1145.01 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council allowed overnight work to repair a CVRD water valve on Guthrie Road

THAT Council approve a variance to Bylaw No. 1652 for overnight construction for the repair of a Comox Valley Regional District Water Valve on Guthrie Road between McDonald Road and Aspen Road.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item C

Council pulled the council term accomplishments item to a future meeting

THAT the June 17, 2026, Special Council Meeting agenda be Amended as follows: 1. THAT Item 3B – Council Term Accomplishments be removed from the agenda and brought forward to a future meeting.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council added late items on overnight water valve works and the liquid waste plan

2. THAT the following late items be added: a. Item 3C – CVRD Water Valve Repair – Overnight Works; and, b. Item 3D – Comox Valley Sewage Liquid Waste Management Plan – Proposed Commitments (Inflow and Infiltration and Source Control).

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council renumbered the remaining agenda items

3. THAT the remaining agenda items be renumbered accordingly.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the Special Council Meeting Agenda for June 17, 2026 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the 2026 first quarter financial update

THAT the June 17, 2026 report from the Director of Finance, titled "2026 First Quarter Financial Update" be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public for a labour relations matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, pursuant to the following sub-sections of section 90 of the Community Charter: (1)(c) labour relations or other employee relations.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on buying Pritchard Road land for recreation

1. THAT the Town of Comox request a UBCM Minister meeting to support the Town’s goal of acquiring 900, 910, and/or 920 Pritchard Road for recreational purposes.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on the Guthrie Road sidewalk and transport grant

2. THAT the Town of Comox request a UBCM Minister meeting to support the Town’s Federal Active Transportation grant application and seek Provincial support for the desired sidewalk along the north side of Guthrie on the Ministry of Transportation and Transit (MOTT) section of the road.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on funding the Island Coastal Economic Trust

3. THAT Council request a UBCM minister meeting with the Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth or the Minister of State for Local Governments and Rural Communities to advocate for continued funding and support for the Island Coastal Economic Trust.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on crisis response funding and policing costs

4. THAT Council request a UBCM minister meeting to discuss:sustainable funding for the Mobile Integrated Crisis Response (MICR) program; andprovincial policing cost reform and regional equity.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on boundary extension timelines and housing

5. THAT Council request a UBCM minister meeting to discuss provincial processes and timelines for municipal boundary extensions, including impacts on housing delivery.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council confirmed support for the CVRD liquid waste plan's inflow and source commitments

THAT Council approve providing confirmation to the Comox Valley Regional District supporting the Liquid Waste Management Plan proposed commitments related to inflow and infiltration and source control.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the June 10, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the May 20 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 21 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the June 10 consent agenda correspondence

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Parliamentary Committees Office (Legislative Assembly of British Columbia): Provincial Budget 2027 Consultation - Jun 19 Deadline 2. Joyce Shepherd, Recreation Therapist (Providence Living): Views Canada Spirit Parade - June 30 3. Sarah Weber, President & CEO...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.05

THAT Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.05 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved the RCMP's 2027/2028 budget request for 11.3 officers

THAT Council advise the RCMP that the Town of Comox approves the 2027/2028 budget request for 11.3 officers; and further, THAT the Town of Comox submit the Budget Approval in Principle (AIP) Letter – 2027/2028 by June 15, 2026 as set out in Appendix B of the RCMP’s Municipal Contract Policing Multi-Year Financial Plan...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the 2025 Annual Report

THAT the 2025 Annual Report, as included in the May 20, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053

THAT Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave the Aspen Hector Storm Pond 1 local area service bylaw three readings

THAT the Aspen Hector Storm Pond 1 and Local Area Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2037 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2058.01

THAT Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2058.01 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved a development variance permit for 297 Quadra Place

THAT Development Variance Permit APPN 2026-0010 (297 Quadra Place) be Approved; and further, THAT Administration be directed to issue the permit

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted Election Bylaw No. 2060

THAT Election Bylaw No. 2060 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Loan Bylaw 2064 for the fire station replacement three readings

THAT the Comox Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2064 – Comox Fire Station Replacement be given First, Second and Third Readings; and further, THAT Council authorize the Director of Finance to request the Inspector of Municipalities’ approval for Council to proceed to adoption of the bylaw through the Approval-Free...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council adopted Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2063

THAT Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2063 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council authorized up to $10 million in 2026 revenue anticipation borrowing

THAT the Mayor and Director of Finance be authorized to establish a temporary borrowing ability for up to $10,000,000 with the Town of Comox’s financial institution for the purpose of Revenue Anticipation; and further, THAT Comox Revenue Anticipation Bylaw No. 2067, a bylaw to authorize the borrowing of money in...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council raised the 2026 Robb Avenue road budget to $2,912,036

THAT Council approves the following amendments to the 2026–2030 Financial Plan: 1. Increase the 2026 Transportation budget for the Robb Avenue – Anderton Road to Aitken Street project from $1,542,036 to $2,912,036;

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council gave 721 Lazo Road rezoning (2056.01) two readings, with community engagement

THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2056.01 (721 Lazo Road) be given First and Second readings and that any available reports be publicly available; and further, THAT a Town-led community engagement process be held following the First and Second Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 2

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the May 20, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 13 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council changed the draft tree bylaw: no security deposit, protected trees from 50 cm

THAT the following changes be made to the proposed Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2063: 1. Remove the security deposit requirements; 2. Apply landscape bonding to multi-family developments; 3. Address bylaw infractions in accordance with the Bylaw; and, 4. Amend the diameter at breast height (DB) requirement of a Protected...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 20 consent agenda correspondence

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Paulina Maj: Concerns about Proposed Installation of Artificial Turf Fields 2. Stella Webers (Legion Branch 160 Comox): Centenary Celebration BBQ - July 19 3. Sara Dillistone: Pedestrian Sign Request for Butchers Rd & Lazo Rd Intersection 4. Barbara Gowse: BEN...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a Butchers Rd and Lazo Rd pedestrian sign request off the consent agenda

THAT Item 3 (Sara Dillistone: Pedestrian Sign Request for Butchers Rd & Lazo Rd Intersection) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Mini Peaks Legacy Program letter off the consent agenda

THAT Item 5 (Jamie Branch: Mini Peaks Legacy Program) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2046.01

THAT the Comox Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2046.01 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the 2025 Annual Report and made it available for public inspection

THAT the 2025 Annual Report, as attached to the May 15, 2026, report from the Communications Coordinator, titled “Adoption of the 2025 Annual Report”, be received; and further, THAT the 2025 Annual Report be available for public inspection as per section 98(1)(b) of the Community Charter.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the May 6 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council kept the Marina Park sail buildings for recreation, events and rentals

1. THAT the Spinnaker and Genoa Sail Buildings at Marina Park continue to be used for recreation programs, special events, warming centres, and hourly and daily facility rentals.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council asked staff to explore a mobile coffee option with seating at Marina Park

2. THAT Council direct Administration to explore expanding the Marina Park Vendor Policy No. CCL-072 to include a mobile coffee option with seating.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council appointed election officers for the October 17, 2026 local election

1. THAT pursuant to Section 58 of the Local Government Act, Shelly Russwurm be appointed as Chief Election Officer for conducting the October 17, 2026 General Local Election with the power to appoint other election officials as required for the administration and conduct of the 2026 General Local Election; and...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave Election Bylaw No. 2060 three readings

2. THAT Election Bylaw No. 2060 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted the May 8 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 8, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2063 three readings

1. THAT Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2063 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council let staff remove tree covenants on low-density lots when conditions warrant

2. THAT the Town of Comox consider Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2063 when determining future tree covenant requirements and discharges; and further, THAT Administration be authorized to remove existing tree protection covenants when the situations arise on low-density properties where community or neighbourhood...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council amended the 721 Lazo Road rezoning motion to add Town-led community engagement

THAT the main motion be amended to include Town-led community engagement after First and Second Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted the May 13 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw 2004.05 three readings

THAT Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.05 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2058.01 three readings

THAT Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2058.01 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the Special Council Meeting Agenda for May 13, 2026 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2061

THAT 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2061 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2062

THAT 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2062 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Adoption of Agenda

That the Special Council Meeting Agenda for Friday, May 8, 2026 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw 2061 three readings

THAT the 2026-2030 Budget be updated to include the budget carry forwards listed in Appendix A, as attached to the May 7, 2026 report from the Director of Finance, titled 2026 - 2030 Financial Plan Bylaw, AND FURTHER THAT the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2061 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council set the 2026 residential general municipal levy increase at 7.96%

1. THAT Council approves the tax rate bylaw to be created with an increase in revenue of 7.96% for residential properties on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council set the 2026 business general municipal levy increase at 7.30%

2. THAT Council approves the tax rate bylaw to be created with an increase in revenue of 7.30% for business properties on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council set the 2026 light industrial general municipal levy increase at 7.31%

3. THAT Council approves the tax rate bylaw to be created with an increase in revenue of 7.31% for light industrial properties on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave the 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2062 three readings

4. THAT the 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2062 be given First, Second and Third Readings

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council recessed for the 1301 Knight Road rezoning public hearing

THAT the Regular Council Meeting recess at 5:00 p.m. until after the Public Hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2056.02 (1301 Knight Road).

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the May 6, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the April 22 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the March 31 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 6 consent agenda correspondence

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Sharon Elia: Off-Leash Dogs in Nature Parks 2. Sydney Johnson: Traffic Calming & Signage Request - Highwood Dr 3. Tom Beshr: Street Light Issue 4. Maurita Prato, Executive Director (Comox Valley Food Policy Council): Tree Bylaw 5. Wayne Jones & Vee Dingjan:...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a street light complaint off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 3 (Tom Beshr: Street Light Issue) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a letter on off-leash dogs in nature parks off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 1 (Sharon Elia: Off-Leash Dogs in Nature Parks) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent a letter backing the CVRD's 10-year waste management plan renewal

THAT the Town of Comox provide a letter of support to the Comox Valley Regional District for the 10-year Comox Valley Waste Management Plan Renewal, as requested during the delegation presentation on April 22, 2026.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.03

THAT Comox Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.03 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council referred the draft Tree Protection Bylaw 2063 to Strategic Planning

THAT Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2063 be referred to a future Strategic Planning Committee meeting.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave 1301 Knight Road rezoning (Bylaw 2056.02) third reading

THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2056.02 (1301 Knight Road) be given Third Reading.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the 2025 audit report and approved the 2025 financial statements

THAT the 2025 Audit Report as presented by MNP LLP be accepted and received for information; and further, THAT the 2025 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements be approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved the 2025 Statement of Financial Information

THAT the 2025 Statement of Financial Information report be approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council updated the 2025-2029 financial plan with carry-forwards, giving three readings

THAT the 2025-2029 Budget be updated to include the budget carry forwards and additions listed in Appendices A and B, as attached to the May 1, 2026, report from the Director of Finance, titled 2025 - 2029 Financial Plan Bylaw, and further, THAT the Comox Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2046 be given First, Second and Third...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave the 2026-2030 financial plan three readings, amended to cut the budget 1%

THAT the 2026-2030 Budget be updated to include the budget carry forwards and additions listed in Appendices A and B, as attached to the May 1, 2025, report from the Director of Finance, titled 2026 - 2030 Financial Plan Bylaw, and further, THAT the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2046 be given First, Second and...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council set the 2026 tax rate bylaw at 1% less revenue than the proposed plan

1. THAT Council direct that the tax rate bylaw be created to reflect a one‑percent decrease in revenue from the proposed financial plan bylaw submitted to Council on May 6th, 2026.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council set a $155 infrastructure renewal levy for the average residential property

2. THAT Council approve the tax rate bylaw with an Infrastructure Renewal Fund levy of approximately one hundred and fifty‑five dollars ($155.00) to the average residential property on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the April 22, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the February 25 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 22 consent agenda correspondence

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Ben and Paresa McQueen & Residents of Torrence Road and Surrounding Neighborhoods: Torrence Rd Safety & Traffic Calming Request 2. Baker and Cole-Hamilton, Co-Chairs (Regional Solid Waste Advisory Committee): Draft Solid Waste Management Plan 3. William...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the CVRD director's Andrew Avenue road access letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 7 (Hardy, Opposition to Road Access to Andrew Avenue Cul de Sac) be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked Public Works to report on speed and traffic safety on Torrence Road

3. THAT Item 1 (Torrence Road Safety and Traffic Calming) be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion; AND THAT Council direct Public Works Administration to report back on the concerns raised regarding speed and traffic safety on Torrence Road and surrounding neighbourhoods, including clarification of the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council postponed the modular pump track decision to May 6, 2026

THAT Council postpone consideration of the Modular Pump Track project until the May 6, 2026 Regular Council Meeting.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 529.37

THAT the Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 529.37 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw 2025.03 three readings

THAT Comox Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw 2025.03 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for a report on a commercial use proposal for the Marina Sail Building

THAT Council receive the correspondence from Wayne Proctor regarding a potential commercial opportunity at the Marina Sail (Genoa) Building, and direct Administration to report back on the feasibility of such a use, including options for an open and transparent process, impacts on existing community use, and...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 15 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council asked staff to consult contractors on the Erosion and Sediment Control Bylaw

THAT Administration work with contractors to discuss the Erosion and Sediment Control Bylaw and any potential changes.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council declined the 1533 Cedar Avenue OCP amendment without public consultation

THAT Council decline Official Community Plan Amendment Application 25-3 for 1533 Cedar Avenue, and that the application not be referred to the public for consultation.

Opposed: Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item b

Council received a report on provincial home owner grant and tax deferment changes

THAT the April 22, 2026 report from the Director of Finance, titled Changes to Provincial Home Owner Grant and Property Tax Deferment Programs, be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the 2025 Development Cost Charge annual report

THAT the April 22, 2026 report from the Director of Finance, titled 2025 Development Cost Charge Annual Report, be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave 1301 Knight Road rezoning (2056.02) two readings and set a May 6 hearing

1. THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2056.02 (1301 Knight Road) be given First and Second readings and proceed to a Public Hearing; AND THAT the holding of the Public Hearing be scheduled for May 6, 2026; AND THAT Staff give notice of the Public Hearing in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council required a landscape buffer covenant on 1301 Knight Road before rezoning

2. THAT prior to adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2056.02 (1301 Knight Road), a nobuild / disturbance covenant is registered on the title of the subject property to protect the existing landscape buffer around the perimeter, which also requires a 3.0m minimum separation for compostable product from the buffer.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the April 1, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 1 consent agenda correspondence

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Barb Tribe: Bylaw Amendment Request - Bylaw 1652 2. Marie Jacobs: CVRD Temporary Use Permit (TUP) for Cannabis Processing 3. Diane Nakashima (Shoutout BC News Society): Request For More Affordable (Non-Market) Housing 4. Parliamentary Committees Office...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Elm Place street sign request off the agenda

2. THAT Item 6. (Leona Stefiuk (Strata 107): Elm Place Street Sign Request for 1537 Noel Ave - Fire & EHS Service) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council directed a directional sign to Elm Place from Pritchard Road for emergency access

3. THAT Council direct Administration to install a directional sign indicating access to Elm Place from Pritchard Road to improve wayfinding and provide greater clarity for emergency access.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council required livestreaming and archiving of council and strategic planning meetings

THAT Council Meeting Video Recording Policy No. CCL-060 be amended to specify that both Regular Meetings of Council and Strategic Planning Committee Meetings be livestreamed and saved to video archives.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.02

THAT Comox Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.02 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved the $1 sale of 266 Gladstone to Habitat for Humanity plus up to $282,700

THAT Council approve and amend the budget to contribute of up to $282,700 from the Affordable Housing Reserve to offset related costs associated with the Habitat for Humanity four- unit townhouse project at 266 Gladstone Street; AND THAT Council authorize the issuance of a Notice of Disposition for the proposed sale...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the BIA's letter on tourism service delivery and the hotel tax

1. THAT the correspondence dated March 13, 2026, from Pete Chambers, President, Comox Business in Action, regarding Comox Tourism Service Delivery and the Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT), be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council backed a 3% hotel tax (MRDT) run by the BIA, with online rental revenue to housing

2. THAT Council support the implementation of a 3% Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT), designate the Comox Business Improvement Association as the eligible entity, and direct that revenues generated through the Online Accommodation Platforms be allocated toward affordable housing initiatives.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council rescinded third reading of Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053

1. THAT third reading of Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be Rescinded.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council re-read the DCC bylaw a third time, dropping Point Holmes playground

2. THAT Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be re-read a Third time as amended to: - Delete P-018 Point Holmes Playground from the project list; - Update Park DCC reserves and P-001 Community Park Acquisition costs based on the recent purchase of 1413 Balmoral Avenue; and - Apply a Low-Density Residential Charge...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sent the Development Cost Charges Bylaw to the Inspector of Municipalities

3. THAT Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be advanced to the Inspector of Municipalities for approval.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw 529.37 three readings

THAT the Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 529.37 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sent a letter backing modernization of the Island Coastal Economic Trust

THAT the correspondence dated March 24, 2026, requesting support for the modernization of the Island Coastal Economic Trust (ICET), including proposed provincial investment and legislative updates to support economic development and co‑governance with First Nations, be received; AND FURTHER THAT Council approve a...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved a lease for Endless Resources at 129 Port Augusta Street

1. THAT the proposed lease agreement with Endless Resources Ltd., for the premises located at Unit 101 – 129 Port Augusta Street, during the term May 1, 2026, to April 31, 2029, as attached to the March 26, 2026, report from the Director of Corporate Service titled “New Leases – 129 Port Augusta Street (Marine...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved a new lease for Bill's Big Animal Encounters at 129 Port Augusta Street

2. THAT the proposed lease agreement with Bill’s Big Animal Encounters Ltd., for the premises located at Unit 102 – 129 Port Augusta Street, during the term April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2029, as attached to the March 26, 2026, report from the Director of Corporate Service titled “New Leases – 129 Port Augusta Street...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved the BIA's proposed vendor enhancements at Marina Park

THAT the correspondence dated March 13, 2026, from Pete Chambers, President, Comox Business in Action (BIA), with a request to proceed with proposed enhancements to Marina Park, including the development of a vendor layout and site plan, the establishment of vendor agreements and booking processes, the implementation...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council received the Tourism Advisory Committee's letter backing a bigger hotel tax

THAT the correspondence dated March 26, 2026, from Haeley Dewhirst, Acting Chair, Comox Valley Tourism Advisory Committee, expressing support for the expansion and increase of the Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT), be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council added the BIA's letter on a Comox tourism advisory committee to the agenda

1. THAT the letter dated March 13, 2026, from Pete Chambers, President (Comox Business in Action): Comox Tourism Service Delivery and the creation of a Comox Tourism Advisory Committee be added to the Agenda under Item 12(a) Correspondence

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council moved the 2181 Comox Avenue OCP amendment report up the agenda

2. THAT the agenda for the March 18, 2026 Regular Council Meeting be amended to place Item 10(a), Official Community Plan Amendment Application (2181 Comox Avenue) – Introductory Report, immediately following the Consent Agenda.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the March 18, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted as Amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2052

1. THAT Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2052 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053

2. THAT Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council removed the Point Holmes playground from the DCC project list

4. THAT Council direct Administration to remove Project P018 (Point Holmes playground) from the Development Cost Charges (DCC) project list as shown in May 29, 2026, report from the CAO titled, "Development Cost Charge and Amenity Cost Charge Draft Rates" and revise the bylaw accordingly.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved an updated Affordable Housing Amenity Contribution policy

5. THAT Council Policy CCL-069.04 (Affordable Housing Amenity Contribution) be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the March 4 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the March 11 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council directed a tree protection bylaw covering trees on private property

1. THAT Council direct Administration to proceed with creating a tree protection bylaw that regulates trees on private property, with details (sizes, restrictions, etc.) to be determined later.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council set the tree bylaw to allow most private tree removals, with tracking permits

2. THAT the tree protection bylaw allow removal of most trees on private property with few restrictions, primarily requiring permits for tracking purposes.

Opposed: Steve Blacklock · moved , seconded · item a

Council required a permit to remove trees over 30 cm in diameter

3. THAT Council direct Administration to require a permit for removal of trees with diameter greater than 30 cm.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for criteria to protect significant or ecologically valuable trees

4. THAT Council direct Administration to develop criteria for defining significant or ecologically valuable trees that may require additional protection.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council required tree replacement ratios in the tree protection bylaw

5. THAT the tree protection bylaw include a tree replacement ratio requirement, with specific ratios to be determined later.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the March 18 consent agenda correspondence

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Chris Arruda, Founder (Bright Idea Business Solutions): Feed the Valley Food Bank Fundraiser on April 11 2. Mel McLachlan: Removal of Covenant Protected Trees 3. Jonathan Chawla, Founder (Gatherwell): Waterfront Sauna-Based off Ambleside Beach Sauna Pilot 4....

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a waterfront sauna pilot proposal off the agenda

5. THAT Item 3. (Jonathan Chawla, Founder (Gatherwell): Waterfront Sauna-Based off Ambleside Beach Sauna Pilot) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for a bylaw to explore a waterfront sauna

6. THAT Council direct Administration to bring forward the relevant bylaw to a future Council meeting to explore the feasibility of a waterfront sauna.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the OCP amendment application for 2181 Comox Avenue

1. THAT Official Community Plan amendment application 25-4 (2181 Comox Avenue) be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Require a public information meeting on the 2181 Comox Ave OCP change first (defeated)

2. THAT a public information meeting be held by the applicant of OCP amendment application 25-4 in accordance with Section 8.0 of Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 2049, prior to consideration of first reading of the OCP Amendment Bylaw.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council rejected the OCP amendment application for 2181 Comox Avenue

3. THAT Official Community Plan amendment application 25-4 (2181 Comox Avenue) be Rejected.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Sanitary Sewer Bylaw No. 2057

1. THAT the Sanitary Sewer Bylaw No. 2057 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Storm Drain Connection Amendment Bylaw No. 892.06

2. THAT the Storm Drain Connection Amendment Bylaw No. 892.06 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 529.36

3. THAT the Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 529.36 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Street and Traffic Amendment Bylaw No. 1358.07

4. THAT the Street and Traffic Amendment Bylaw No. 1358.07 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2058

5. THAT the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2058 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.04

6. THAT the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.04 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Miscellaneous Bylaws Amendment Bylaw No. 2059

7. THAT the Miscellaneous Bylaws Amendment Bylaw No. 2059 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved a Year-End Surplus Allocation Policy

1. THAT Council approve Council Policy CCL-088 Year-End Surplus Allocation Policy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.02 three readings

2. THAT Comox Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.02 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the BIA's letter on Comox tourism and an advisory committee

THAT the letter from Pete Chambers, President (Comox Business in Action): Comox Tourism Service Delivery and the creation of a Comox Tourism Advisory Committee dated March 13, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council removed the 1533 Cedar Avenue OCP amendment delegation and report from the agenda

THAT the March 4, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Amended as follows: 1. THAT the delegation from Kristy Shambrook (Cameron Contracting Ltd.) regarding the Development & OCP Amendment for 1533 Cedar Avenue under Item 3(e) be removed from the agenda; and 2. THAT the Official Community Plan Amendment Application...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the March 4, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted as amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the March 4 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Darin Tufts: 100th Anniversary of the Legion-Veteran's Crosswalk Proposal. 2. Wendy Morin, Chair (Comox Valley Water Committee - CVRD): Water Use Analysis and Upcoming Decision Impacts (Response to Log 26-018). 3. Bruce Singer, Chief...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the RCMP's letter on a new Comox Valley detachment off the agenda

2. THAT Item 3. (Bruce Singer, Chief Superintendent (BC RCMP): Next Steps for Advancing the Comox Valley RCMP Detachment New-Build Initiative) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council renewed 2026 grants to the museum, art gallery, d'Esterre Centre and Sid Williams

THAT one‑time funding grants for 2026 be approved for the following organizations, with allocations remaining at their existing 2025 funding levels: - Comox Archives & Museum Society (CAMS) – $32,500 - Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG) – $5,000 - d'Esterre Seniors Centre – $40,000 - Sid Williams Theatre –30,000 AND THAT...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council endorsed a UBCM grant application of up to $200,000 for development approvals

1. THAT Council endorse the submission of a grant application to the Union of B.C. Municipalities Local Government Development Approvals Program for up to $200,000 in funding.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council committed to manage the development approvals grant if it is awarded

2. THAT Council supports the Town of Comox by utilizing the Grant and providing overall grant management, if the funding application is successful.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved Marina Park use and boat launch closure for the 2026 Snow to Surf finish

THAT the letter from the Comox Valley Snow to Surf Society dated February 17, 2026 be received; AND THAT permission be granted for the use of Marina Park on Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for the finish of their 43rd annual event; AND THAT the Marina Park boat launch be closed from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM;...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the CAO's budget reduction report

THAT the February 27, 2026, report from the Chief Administrative Officer titled "Budget Reduction" be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council postponed a variance permit for 380 Knight Road pending airport consultation

THAT consideration of Development Variance Permit DVP 26‑2 for 380 Knight Road be postponed; AND FURTHER THAT the applicant be directed to obtain further consultation and feedback from the Comox Airport and relevant federal authorities prior to Council’s decision on the permit.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved a temporary use permit for 1829 Beaufort Avenue

THAT Temporary Use Permit APPN-2026-0006 (1829 Beaufort Avenue) be approved; AND FURTHER THAT Administration be directed to issue the permit.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Sanitary Sewer Bylaw No. 2057 three readings

1. THAT the Sanitary Sewer Bylaw No. 2057 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Storm Drain Connection Amendment Bylaw 892.06 three readings

2. THAT the Storm Drain Connection Amendment Bylaw No. 892.06 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw 529.35 three readings

3. THAT the Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 529.35 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Street and Traffic Amendment Bylaw 1358.07 three readings

4. THAT the Street and Traffic Amendment Bylaw No. 1358.07 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave the Fees and Charges Bylaw three readings

5. THAT the Fees and Charges Bylaw be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw 2004.04 three readings

6. THAT the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.04 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Miscellaneous Bylaws Amendment Bylaw No. 2059 three readings

7. THAT the Miscellaneous Bylaws Amendment Bylaw No. 2059 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the February 18, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the February 4 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of Council, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the January 28 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council appointed Nautical Days Festival Committee members to the end of 2027

THAT the following individuals be appointed as members of the Comox Nautical Days Festival Committee for a two-year term ending December 31, 2027: - Councillor Kerr - Councillor Haslett - Jamie Dobbs - James Schreier - Louise Martin - Roslyn Smith - Anne Zanbilowicz

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the February 18 consent agenda correspondence for information

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Corey Webber: Anderton and Guthrie Construction Issues 2. Will Cole-Hamilton, Chair (Comox Valley Regional District Board): Enhancement and Protection of Biological Carbon Sequestration 3. Sharon Pratt, Coordinator (Mobile Hubs CNIB BC/Yukon...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the d'Esterre Seniors' Centre grant application off the consent agenda

That Item 6. (Myrna Holman, Board President (d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre Association): 2026 Grant in Aid Application) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a letter on Anderton and Guthrie construction off the consent agenda

THAT Item 1. (Corey Webber: Anderton and Guthrie Construction Issues) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Comox Archives and Museum grant application off the consent agenda

THAT Item 5. (Matt Vandervoort, Docent/Manager (Comox Archives & Museum Society): 2026 Grant in Aid Application) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council extended free marina moorage and hydro for RCMSAR Station 60 for five years

THAT Council approve a five-year extension of free moorage and hydro at the Comox Marina for Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCMSAR) Station 60 and its two vessels.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave the new Official Community Plan Bylaw 2054 third reading

1. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be given third reading.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the new Official Community Plan Bylaw 2054

2. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be adopted.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Set up a 90-day task force on human-scale downtown design guidelines (defeated)

3. THAT Council direct Administration to establish a 90-day Design Task Force comprised of developers, architects, downtown business representatives, community members, and staff to develop clear, viable human-scale design guidelines for the downtown core; AND FURTHER THAT the Task Force report back to Council with...

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council backed a 25-year Comox Golf Club lease, seeking public access to parts of it

THAT Council provides support to the Courtenay Golf Club Ltd. for a lease to the Comox Golf Club for a term of twenty-five (25) years from the date of execution, in order to provide the long- term tenure certainty required to enable the Comox Golf Club to secure financing for necessary repairs and upgrades to the golf...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent a letter backing the BC Farmers' Market Nutrition Coupon Program

THAT the correspondence dated February 2, 2026, from Heather O’Hara, Executive Director, and Wylie Bystedt, Chair, BC Association of Farmers’ Markets, requesting a letter of support for continued funding of the BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program for the 2026 season and beyond, be received; AND FURTHER THAT...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the February 4 public hearing minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Public Hearing Meeting, held in d'Esterre Seniors Centre on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the February 11 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council asked for a report on all tools to encourage development, incl. DCC/ACC lists

THAT Council direct Administration to prepare a report outlining all available tools and options to encourage and facilitate development in the Town, including both existing tools that could be amended and additional measures beyond and including adjusting the DCC and ACC project lists.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council asked for a 5% tax increase budget scenario with a smaller special projects fund

THAT Council direct Administration to prepare a scenario budget based on a 5 percent municipal tax increase, including a reduction to the Special Projects allocation from $500,000 to $350,000, and report back with the associated service level and long term financial impacts.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item b

Council chose a compromise tourism model, with about $12,300 a year to the BIA from 2027

THAT the Town of Comox moves forward based on the Compromise Model as described in this report in relation to tourism service provision; AND THAT the Town of Comox works with the Comox Business Improvement Association and regional partners to establish a local tourism advisory mechanism to provide Comox-specific input...

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave new Zoning Bylaw 2056 third reading

1. THAT Zoning Bylaw No. 2056 be given third reading.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted new Zoning Bylaw 2056

2. THAT Zoning Bylaw No. 2056 be adopted.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item b

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the February 4, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of Council, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the February 4 consent agenda correspondence for information

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Bob Wells, Mayor (City of Courtenay): Council Resolution to Support Elect Respect Campaign 2. Esther Karasova, Executive Director (Open Door Language & Culture Society): Lunar New Year Event, Feb 22, 3-5pm 3. Barb Morris, VP (Comox Valley Cycling...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent a letter supporting the community radio society's CRTC FM licence bid

THAT Council direct Administration to send a letter of support to the Comox Valley Community Broadcasting Society in support of their CRTC application.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council postponed the amenity and development cost charge bylaws to March 4

1. THAT Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2052 and Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be postponed until the March 4, 2026 Regular Council Meeting, to allow for discussion to occur on the Amenity Cost Charges and Development Cost Charges at the February 11, 2026 Strategic Planning Committee Meeting.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council invited development consultants to the February 11 cost charge discussion

2. THAT external development consultants be invited to attend the discussion on the Amenity Cost Charges and Development Cost Charges at the Strategic Planning Committee meeting on Feb 11, 2026.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved an updated Council Correspondence Policy

THAT the draft Council Correspondence Policy CCL-006.04 as detailed in the January 26, 2026, report from the Corporate Coordinator, titled “Council Correspondence Policy” be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent a letter supporting the K'ómoks Treaty and earlier ratification

THAT the correspondence dated January 29, 2026, from Sheridan Barnett, Deputy CAO, K’ómoks First Nation, requesting a letter of support for the K’ómoks Treaty be received; AND FURTHER THAT Council approve a letter of support for the K’ómoks Treaty, addressed to Premier David Eby and Minister Chartrand-Hebert, for the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the CVRD water committee voting structure letter off the consent agenda

THAT Item 4. (Lisa Dennis, Manager of Legislative Services (Comox Valley Regional District): 2026 Comox Valley Water Committee Voting Structure) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council asked the water committee for water use data and its voting structure's impact

THAT Council direct Administration to send a letter to the Comox Valley Water Committee, and request that the CVRD and the City of Courtenay also provide information, requesting: 1. Available information on industrial and commercial water use by each participating jurisdiction. 2. Any available data or analysis on...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council scheduled a Parcel Tax Review Panel for March 4, 2026

THAT Council schedule a Parcel Tax Review Panel meeting on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:55 pm at the Comox Council Chambers.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council backed K'ómoks First Nation's Addition to Reserve bid for the Piercy Road parcel

THAT the correspondence dated January 29, 2026, from Chief Nicole Rempel of the K’ómoks First Nation regarding the Addition to Reserve application for the Piercy Road parcel be received; AND FURTHER THAT Council approve a letter of support for K’ómoks First Nation’s Addition to Reserve application for the Piercy Road...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the January 21, 2026, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the December 3 regular council minutes

That the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the January 14 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council reverted draft OCP step-back rules to the original, mandatory downtown

THAT the draft OCP bylaw for January 21st reverts to the original draft language regarding step backs which require a 0.3m or more step back above the fourth storey OR other façade treatments to reduce visual massing in place of step backs and includes the step backs as mandatory in the downtown area.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the January 21 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Aaron Handford: Property Taxes 2. Cori Ramsay, UBCM President (UBCM): Community Works Fund 2024-34 Agreement - Year 2 Payment 2 3. Will Cole-Hamilton, Chair (CVRD): Regional Growth Strategy Minor Amendment Bylaw Referral 4. Thea Black, Teacher...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a property tax letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 1. (Aaron Handford: Property Taxes) be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled two Elm Place signage requests off the consent agenda

3. THAT Items 8. & 9. (Leslie Russell: Request for Directional Signage at Elm Pl & Pritchard Rd for Brook Place Strata & Corrie & Rob Van Haarlem: Request for Directional Signage at Elm Pl & Pritchard Rd) be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a short-term rental letter off the consent agenda

4. THAT Item 7. (Debra Beattie: Short Term Rentals) be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council rescinded second reading of the new Official Community Plan Bylaw 2054

1. THAT second reading of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054, as passed on November 5th, 2025, be rescinded.

Opposed: Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave the new Official Community Plan Bylaw 2054 second reading as amended

2. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be given second reading, as Amended.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent the amended OCP Bylaw 2054 to a public hearing on February 4, 2026

3. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054, as amended, be referred to a Public Hearing to be scheduled for February 4th, 2026, at 6:00 pm at D’Esterre Seniors Centre, located at 1801 Beaufort Avenue, and advertised as required by the Local Government Act.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent the OCP's amended regional context statement to the CVRD board

4. THAT Council direct Administration to forward the amended Regional Context Statement to the Comox Valley Regional District Board in accordance with the Local Government Act.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Records Management Bylaw No. 2050

THAT the Records Management Bylaw No. 2050 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council backed CVRD emergency preparedness grant bids across four streams

THAT Council support the Comox Valley Regional District’s joint application to the Union of BC Municipalities Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for the following: - 2025 Emergency Support Services Equipment and Training stream in the amount of up to $150,000; - 2026 Emergency Operations Centre Training and...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the December 10 public hearing minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Public Hearing Meeting, held in d'Esterre Seniors Centre on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council rescinded second reading of new Zoning Bylaw 2056

1. THAT second reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, as passed on November 19th, 2025, be rescinded.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave new Zoning Bylaw 2056 second reading as amended

2. THAT Zoning Bylaw No. 2056 be given second reading, as amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sent amended Zoning Bylaw 2056 to a public hearing on February 4, 2026

3. THAT Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, as amended, be referred to a Public Hearing to be scheduled for February 4th, 2026, at 6:00 pm at D’Esterre Seniors Centre, located at 1801 Beaufort Avenue, and advertised as required by the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council moved to buy the fire district's one-third share of 266 Gladstone for housing

1. THAT the Town of Comox proceeds with the acquisition of the Comox Fire Protection District’s one-third (1/3) ownership interest in the property located at 266 Gladstone Street (the “Property”) at a value proportionate to the 2026 BC Assessment land value ($82,700), funded from the Town’s Affordable Housing Reserve.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted the December 19 special council minutes

That the Minutes of the Special Meeting of Council, held in Council Chambers on Friday December 19, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the Special Council Meeting Agenda for December 79, 2025 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public for a labour relations matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Friday, December 19, 2025, pursuant to the following sub-sections of section 90 of the Community Charter: (1)(c) labour relations or other employee relations.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the December 3, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the November 19 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the December 3 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Ted Reiniger: Request to build Pickleball Courts and to add lights at Highland Park 2. Gord Baudais: Remembrance - Veteran’s Crosswalk Proposal 3. Larissa Rutquist, Board Member (DIG FM Radio): Letter of Support-CRTC Application 4. Nicole...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled DIG FM Radio's CRTC support request off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item #3 (Larissa Rutquist, DIG FM Radio: Letter of Support-CRTC Application) be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the November 26 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in d'Esterre on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave Records Management Bylaw No. 2050 three readings

1. THAT Records Management Bylaw No. 2050 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved a Records Management Framework Policy

2. THAT Policy CCL-085.0, Records Management Framework Policy, be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council carried $20,000 for an electronic records system forward to the 2026 budget

3. THAT the 2025 Budget for the assessment and implementation of an electronic records management program, in the amount of $20,000, be carried forward to the 2026 Budget.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted the November 26 OCP public hearing minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Public Hearing Meeting, held in d'Esterre Seniors Centre on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Give the new OCP third reading with a hand-landscaping permit exemption (defeated)

1. THAT Council give third reading to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054, as amended by adding Section 7.5.8 to the Exemptions of the Sensitive Ecosystems Development Permit Area policies to state: “Landscaping projects completed by hand, including the creation of garden beds and the planting of trees and shrubs,...

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Council added a hand-landscaping exemption to the OCP sensitive ecosystem permit rules

2. THAT a Section 7.5.8 be added to the Exemptions of the Sensitive Ecosystems Development Permit Area policies to state: “Landscaping projects completed by hand, including the creation of garden beds and the planting of trees and shrubs, provided no existing trees are removed.”

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Make Comox Ave-Buena Vista lots 3 storeys in the OCP, three sites excepted (defeated)

3. THAT Official Community Plan map in draft Bylaw No. 2054 be amended so that the properties north of Comox Avenue between Comox Avenue and Buena Vista Avenue be designated Ground Oriented Residential (3-storey), with the exception of 1946, 1950 and 1890 Comox Avenue, which will remain as Mid-Rise Residential...

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Council cut 6-storey OCP lots on Buena Vista to 3 storeys, except 1946-1950 Comox Ave

4. THAT the Official Community Plan map in draft Bylaw No. 2054 be amended so that all Mid-Rise Residential (6-storey) properties fronting Buena Vista, except 1946 and 1950 Comox Avenue, be changed to Ground Oriented Residential (3-storey).

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr · moved , seconded · item c

Council required step-backs on the 5th and 6th storeys of 6-storey OCP properties

5. THAT all Mid-Rise (6-storey) properties and all Harbour and Marina Comprehensive Development Area (6-storey) properties be required to do step-backs on the fifth and sixth storeys, where applicable.

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item c

Council revised OCP policy 20.2 on a long-term plan for the Comox Golf Club lands

6. THAT Policy 20.2 be revised to read: Consider the development of a future long term plan for the Comox Golf Club (Central Community Park), which may include maintaining the current 9-hole golf course, to guide its future role, form, use, and programs in the Town of Comox, considering that this property is in a...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Cut 6-storey mixed-use OCP areas between Pritchard Road and Ellis Street to 4 (defeated)

7. THAT the Official Community Plan map in draft Bylaw No. 2054 be amended to change properties designated as Mid-Rise Mixed-Use (6-storey), between Pritchard Road and Ellis Street, to Low-Rise Mixed-Use (4-storey).

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the Special Council Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, November 26, 2025 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council rescinded second reading of new Zoning Bylaw 2056

1. THAT Second Reading of Town of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056 be rescinded.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council amended Zoning Bylaw 2056 to leave the south marina expansion out of M-2 zoning

2. .THAT Town of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056 be amended at Second Reading to amend Schedule "A" - Zoning Map to reduce the boundary of the M-2 (Marina) zone to exclude the south marina expansion area, as shown in Attachment 1 of the correspondence titled “Allan Gornall, General Manager (Comox Valley Marina Ltd):...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent Zoning Bylaw 2056 to a public hearing on December 10, 2025

3. THAT the Town of Comox Zoning Bylaw be referred to a Public Hearing to be scheduled on December 10, 2025, at 5:00 pm at d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre, 1801 Beaufort Avenue, and advertised as required by the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council rescinded its November 19 road dedication covenant terms for 1000 Pritchard Road

4. THAT Council's November 19, 2025 resolution No 2025.468, which required that a no-build covenant be registered on the of 1000 Pritchard Road, identifying future registration of road dedications prior to construction occurring on the lot, be rescinded.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council set new road and buffer covenant terms for 1000 Pritchard Road, incl. Brighton Rd

5. .THAT prior to adoption of Town of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, a no-build covenant is registered on the title of 1000 Pritchard Road, identifying the future registration of the following road dedications prior to construction occurring on the lot: • 70.0m wide road dedication along the north property line to...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave new Zoning Bylaw 2056 first and second readings, with Cape Lazo coach houses

THAT Council give first and second readings to Town of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, as amended to: 1. permit coach houses on lots that are 1500 m2 or larger in the draft R-CL (Cape Lazo Residential) zone, and 2. amend Schedule “A” – Zoning Map by expanding the boundary of the M-2 (Marina) zone to include the south...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 2

Council sent new Zoning Bylaw 2056 to a public hearing on December 3, 2025

3. THAT the Zoning Bylaw be referred to a Public Hearing to be scheduled on December 3, 2025, at 5:00 pm at Council Chambers, 1801B Beaufort Avenue, and advertised as required by the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 2

Council required a sewer right-of-way covenant on 1890 Comox Avenue before rezoning

4. THAT prior to adoption of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, a no-build covenant is registered on the title of 1890 Comox Avenue, identifying the future registration of a 3.0m wide sewer right of way or easement prior to construction occurring on the lot, which will facilitate a future sewer service to 1873 Buena Vista...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 2

Council backed the CVRD's minor growth strategy amendment and asked for its action plans

THAT the correspondence from Will Cole-Hamilton, Chair of the Comox Valley Regional District Board, regarding the Statutory Notice and Request for Comment on the proposed Regional Growth Strategy Minor Amendment, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT Council confirms its support for the overall proposed amendment and...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 2

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the November 19, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the November 5 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the October 29 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held October 29, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received a letter on a veterans' Remembrance crosswalk for information

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Carol Schinkel: Remembrance Veteran’s Crosswalk Proposal

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the 2026 solid waste fees bylaw (2016.10)

THAT Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.10 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council deferred resident traffic requests to the 2028 Transportation Master Plan update

THAT Council defer all traffic-related requests outlined in Schedules A–C of the November 19, 2025, 'Traffic Complaints' report, AND FURTHER, THAT Council direct Administration to review these items as part of the next Transportation Master Plan update scheduled for 2028.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave $31,752 toward Courtenay's temporary winter shelter at 971 Cumberland Rd

THAT the correspondence dated November 5, 2025, from Bob Wells, Mayor of the City of Courtenay, requesting financial support for the Temporary Winter Shelter at 971 Cumberland Road be received; AND FURTHER, THAT Council approve funding in the amount of $31,752 toward the Temporary Winter Shelter, with a follow-up...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the November 12 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held November 12, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council amended the new zoning bylaw to expand the marina zone for the south expansion

THAT Schedule “A” – Zoning Map be amended by expanding the boundary of the M-2 (Marina) zone to include the south marina expansion area, as shown in Attachment 1 of the correspondence titled “Allan Gornall, General Manager (Comox Valley Marina Ltd): Marina Zoning Alignment – South Marina Expansion” in the November 19,...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council required road dedication covenants on 1490 Cambridge Road before rezoning

5. THAT prior to adoption of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, a no-build covenant is registered on the title of 1490 Cambridge Road, identifying the future registration of the following road dedications prior to construction occuring on the lot: • 10.0m wide road dedication along the north property line plus additional...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council required road and buffer covenants on 1000 Pritchard Road before rezoning

6. THAT prior to adoption of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, a no-build covenant is registered on the title of 1000 Pritchard Road, identifying the future registration of the following road dedications prior to construction occurring on the lot: • 12.0m wide road dedication along the west property line for a tree...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council required a 12m tree buffer covenant on 1603 Brighton Road before rezoning

7. THAT prior to adoption of Comox Zoning Bylaw No. 2056, a no-build covenant is registered on the title of 1603 Brighton Road, identifying the future registration of a 12.0m wide tree protection/landscape buffer covenant area along the east property line prior to construction occurring on the lot.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council amended its growth strategy reply to ask about action plans for each goal

THAT the main motion be amended to request clarity on what the action plan for each of the eight Regional Growth Strategy goals include.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the Comox Valley Marina's south expansion rezoning request

THAT the correspondence dated November 6, 2025, from Allan Gornall, General Manager of the Comox Valley Marina, regarding the proposed rezoning request for the CVML South Marina Expansion, be received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council directed zoning changes allowing seasonal food trucks on commercial private land

THAT Council direct staff to prepare zoning bylaw amendments to permit mobile food vendors on all commercially zoned private properties in Comox, subject to applicable business licensing and health and safety regulations, and subject to the following: 1. That operations be seasonal (spring and summer months); 2. That...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 3

Council gave the new Official Community Plan Bylaw 2054 second reading as amended

THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be given Second Reading as amended to: 1. add Policy 12.6 to the Marina Comprehensive Development Area, to read: "Upon receipt of an OCP amendment application, consider support for buildings more than six storeys in height, where: 1. hotel space is a significant component of...

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item 8

Council confirmed the draft OCP is consistent with the Financial Plan

9. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be confirmed as being consistent with Comox Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2046 as required by the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 8

Council sent the draft OCP to a public hearing on November 26, 2025

10. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be referred to a Public Hearing to be scheduled on November 26, 2025, at 5:00 pm at d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre, 1801 Beaufort Avenue, and advertised as required by the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 8

Council referred the draft OCP to the Agricultural Land Commission for comment

11. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be referred to the Agricultural Land Commission for comment to confirm compliance with the Agricultural Land Commission Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 8

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the November 5, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the November 5 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Paul Atterton: Weeds Growing on Boulevard Next to Property on Beaufort Avenue 2. Angela MacDougall, Executive Director (Battered Women’s Support Services): Municipal Engagement on Gender-Based Violence 3. Ariadne Boutsakis, Cats & Birds...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a letter on boulevard weeds on Beaufort Avenue off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 1 (Paul Atterton: Weeds Growing on Boulevard Next to Property on Beaufort Avenue) be removed from the Consent Agenda for Discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a Murrelet Drive no-parking request off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 7 (Paul Emmons: Request for No Parking Area along the south side of Murrelet Drive between Olympic Drive and the crosswalk) be removed from the Consent Agenda for Discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a veterans' Remembrance crosswalk proposal off the consent agenda

4. THAT Item 5 (Whitney Murphy: Remembrance Veteran’s Crosswalk Proposal) be removed from the Consent Agenda for Discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave the new Official Community Plan Bylaw 2054 first reading

1. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be given First Reading.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council amended the draft OCP to consider marina buildings over six storeys with a hotel

THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be amended at Second Reading to add Policy 12.6 to the Marina Comprehensive Development Area, to read: 2. "Upon receipt of an OCP amendment application, consider support for buildings more than six storeys in height, where: 1. hotel space is a significant component of the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved a facility rental policy barring use of Town facilities to promote hate

1. THAT Council approve the Facility Rental and Booking Policy CCL-087 to prohibit individuals or organizations from using Town facilities to promote hate and/or discrimination.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council applied the anti-hate facility policy to all Town rentals, licences and leases

2. THAT Administration be directed to apply the policy to all facility rental agreements, licences to use, and leases involving Town-owned properties.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Let Keep Comox's Charm present an economic approach to housing as a delegation (defeated)

THAT the October 15, 2025 Delegation Request from Zim Zimmerman and Mary White, to present a Canadian economic approach to housing, be approved.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public to discuss a land matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 pursuant to the following sub-section of section 90(1) of the Community Charter: (e) the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public to discuss a proposed municipal service

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 pursuant to the following sub-section of section 90(1) of the Community Charter: (k) negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a municipal service that are at their preliminary stages and...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received a report on the Comox Firefighters Association's contributions

THAT the October 28, 2025 report from the Fire Chief, titled "Comox Firefighters Association Contributions and Initiatives Update" be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Cut draft OCP downtown mid-rise (6-storey) areas to low-rise (4-storey) (defeated)

3. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be amended a second time at Second Reading to change the proposed OCP Future Land Use of Mid-Rise Mixed Use (6-storey) properties in the downtown core to Low-Rise Mixed Use (4-storey).

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Remove OCP policy 2.18 on a route through the Comox Golf Club (defeated)

4. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be amended a second time at Second Reading to remove policy statement 2.18.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Council reworded OCP policy 2.18 to explore an active route through the Comox Golf Club

5. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be amended a second time at Second Reading to revise policy statement 2.18 to read: "Explore concepts for an active transportation route through the Comox Golf Club that improves east-west connections through Downtown Comox."

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Cut 6-storey OCP areas on Buena Vista and Comox Avenues to 4 storeys (defeated)

6. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be amended a third time at Second Reading to change the proposed OCP Future Land Use of Mid-Rise Residential (6-storey) properties along the south side of Buena Vista Avenue and north side of Comox Avenue to Low-Rise Residential (4-storey).

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Council cut draft OCP heights on Buena Vista Avenue's north side to 3 storeys

7. THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be amended a third time at Second Reading to change the proposed OCP Future Land Use of Low-Rise Residential (4-storey) properties along the north side of Buena Vista Avenue to Ground Oriented Residential (3-storey).

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item c

Council joined the regional RCMP Positive Ticketing Program

THAT Council approve the Town of Comox’s participation in the regional Positive Ticketing Program with the Comox Valley RCMP and local governments.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Drop the seasonal-only limit from the food truck zoning motion (defeated)

THAT the main motion be amended to remove #1.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item d

Council amended the food truck motion to bar trucks within 30m of a restaurant

2. THAT the main motion be amended to prohibit mobile food vendors from locating within 30m of an existing resaurant use.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave the 2026 solid waste fees bylaw (2016.10) three readings

THAT Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.10, a bylaw to update refuse fees charged to service recipients, be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the October 22, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the October 8 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held October 8, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council invited the BIA to discuss a $50-60K local tourism service outside the region

THAT Council invite the Comox BIA to a future meeting to discuss the provision of a local Tourism Service and withdrawal from regional participation with a proposed budget of $50,000 to $60,000.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the October 22 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Couleen Maryschuk, Open House Coordinator (Comox Valley Schoolhouse Quilters’ Guild): Nov 13th Open House 2. Edward Savage: Appealing Vacation Rental Bylaw 1850.53 3. Anthony Tessier, Cpl (Ret’d) CD: Appeal for Medical Support Following CAF...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled two resident letters on squatters and theft off the consent agenda

2. THAT Items 10. (Comox Resident: Squatters) and 11. (Comox Resident: Theft in Stewart St Area & RV in Comox Mall Parking Lot) be removed from the consent agenda for dicsussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a letter asking for a zero land tax increase off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 5. (Don Pardiac: Zero Land Tax Increase) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled Simba Investments' pre-zoning request off the consent agenda

4. THAT Item 9. (Shawn Vincent (Simba Investments Ltd): Pre-zoning Request: 1630 Brighton Road & 1000 Pritchard Road) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Bird Friendly Community letter off the consent agenda

5. THAT item 8. (Robert McLennan, Coordinator, (Comox Bird Friendly Team): Bird Friendly Community Certification) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council committed to seeking Nature Canada Bird Friendly Municipality certification

6. THAT Council support the Town of Comox’s efforts to become a Bird Friendly Municipality and endorse the initiative through submission of this Council resolution to Nature Canada confirming the Town’s commitment to meeting the program’s certification criteria.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the staff report on affordable housing sites

THAT the October 17, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services, titled “Affordable Housing Sites”, be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 2049

THAT the Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 2049 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Budget $155,000 in 2026 for a modular pump track at the Community Centre (defeated)

1. THAT Council approve a budget of $155,000 for the purchase of a modular pump track as part of the 2026 Capital Projects Budget.

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for a 2026 report on a pump track for mid to older teens

2. THAT a report on the acquisition of a robust pump track targeted for mid to older teens be brought to a Regular Council Meeting in 2026 for consideration.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved raising the Métis flag November 12-16, 2025

THAT the October 15, 2025, flag-raising request from the MIKI'SIW Métis Association, for November 12-16, 2025, be received and the request granted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council ordered consultation on redesignating 2161 Park Drive from park to housing in 2026

1. THAT Administration undertake a public consultation process for 2161 Park Drive to consider redesignating the parcel from park to residential, and include Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North in the process in early 2026, following completion of the OCP.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Rule out 2161 Park Drive for an affordable housing project (defeated)

2. THAT 2161 Park Drive not be considered for an affordable housing project.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.09

THAT the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.09 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council licensed the Anderton Park Clubhouse to the Comox Valley Tennis Club to 2027

1. THAT Council approve the Licence to Use to be issued to the Comox Valley Tennis Club for the Anderton Park Clubhouse for the period of January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council set a $1,278 annual asset replacement fee for the tennis clubhouse

2. THAT Council approve an annual asset replacement fee of $1,278 to be levied to the Comox Valley Tennis Club for the future replacement of the Anderton Park Clubhouse.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Schedule the Merville group's appeal on moving Shakesides to its hall site (defeated)

THAT Council approve scheduling the Merville Community Association delegation appeal to appear before Council at a future Regular Council Meeting for the purpose of requesting Council direction for the Town to seek a further variation of the Shakesides Trust.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Jonathan Kerr, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item b

Report on a BC Community Housing Fund bid for 151 Port Augusta Street (defeated)

THAT Administration be directed to prepare a report for a future Council meeting outlining a possible submission to the BC Community Housing Fund for an affordable housing development at 151 Port Augusta Street.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1960.01

That Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1960.01 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council used $70,000 of Housing Accelerator Funds for a Recreation Master Plan

1. THAT Council authorise $70,000 of Housing Accelerator Funds (HAF) to fund a Recreation Master Plan.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item c

Council added the Recreation Master Plan to its Strategic Plan

2. THAT staff add the Recreation Master Plan project to Council’s Strategic Plan: Community Connection and Wellness – Recreation – Recreation Master Plan.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Add the Substance Use Strategy to groups eligible for grants-in-aid (defeated)

THAT the Grant in Aid Policy CCL-031.02 be amended to add the CV Substance Use Strategy to the list of groups from which grant-in-aid applications will be accepted for consideration.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item d

Council adopted Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2041

THAT Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2041 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council appointed Mayor Minions to the Vancouver Island Regional Library Board

1. THAT Mayor Nicole Minions be appointed to the Vancouver Island Regional Library Board.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council named Councillor Kerr alternate on the Vancouver Island Regional Library Board

2. THAT Councillor Jonathan Kerr be appointed as alternate to the Vancouver Island Regional Library Board.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council kept all existing CVRD appointments

3. THAT all existing Comox Valley Regional District appointments continue.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council kept all existing external organization appointments

4. THAT all existing external organization appointments continue.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved the 2025-26 acting mayor roster

5. THAT Council approve the Acting Mayor Roster for the year 2025-26, as follows: a. November and December, 2025: Councillor Chris Haslett b. January and February 2026: Councillor Dr. Jonathan Kerr c. March and April 2026: Councillor Jenn Meilleur d. May and June 2026: Councillor Maureen Swift e. July and August 2026:...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved signing authorities for 2025-26

6. THAT the following be appointed as having signing authority for the year 2025-26: a. Mayor Nicole Minions b. Councillor Steve Blacklock c. Councillor Ken Grant d. Councillor Chris Haslett e. Councillor Dr. Jonathan Kerr f. Councillor Jenn Meilleur g. Councillor Maureen Swift h. Jordan Wall, Chief Administrative...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved the 2026 council and Strategic Planning meeting schedule

7. THAT the 2026 Regular Council and Strategic Planning Committee meeting schedule be approved as outlined in the October 16, 2025 report from the Director of Corporate Services titled "2025-26 Acting Mayor Roster, Signing Authorities and Meeting Schedule".

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council appointed MNP LLP as Town auditor for 2026

8. THAT MNP LLP be appointed as the Town auditor for the 2026 calendar year.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved holding the 2025 staff Christmas party

THAT the staff Christmas party proceed in 2025.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council repealed its July 16 asset management grant resolution

1. THAT the July 16, 2025 resolution 2025.275, as follows, be repealed: “THAT Council support the submission of an application to the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Strategic Priorities Fund, as detailed in the July 10, 2025 report titled "2025 UBCM Grant – Strategic Priorities Fund – Asset Management Plan" from...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council re-backed the $276,950 asset management grant bid, covering any cost overruns

2. THAT Council support the submission of an application to the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Strategic Priorities Fund, as detailed in the July 10, 2025 report titled "2025 UBCM Grant – Strategic Priorities Fund – Asset Management Plan" from the Comox Director of Finance, in the amount of $276,950 to assist with...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Limit pre-zoning to missing middle housing, with no added multi-family (defeated)

1. THAT Council provide further direction as indicated at the April 16, 2025 Regular Council Meeting to pursue a medium pre-zoning approach focusing on missing middle housing with no additional multi-family pre-zoning.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item g

Pre-zone 1603 Brighton, 1000 Pritchard, 1490 Cambridge for up to six storeys (defeated)

2. THAT Council direct staff to proceed with pre-zoning 1603 Brighton Road, 1000 Pritchard Road and 1490 Cambridge Road for multi-family, mid-rise, mixed use up to six storeys.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item g

Council directed pre-zoning of Brighton, Pritchard and Cambridge Rd sites for 4 storeys

3. THAT Council direct staff to proceed with pre-zoning 1603 Brighton Road, 1000 Pritchard Road and 1490 Cambridge Road for multi-family, low-rise up to four storeys.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item g

Council directed pre-zoning 1890 Comox Avenue for apartments up to six storeys

4. THAT Council provide direction for pre-zoning of 1890 Comox Avenue to allow for multi- family apartment use up to six storeys in height.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item g

Council gave Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2052 three readings

1. THAT Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2052 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item h

Council gave Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 three readings

2. THAT Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item h

Council sent the Development Cost Charges Bylaw to the Inspector of Municipalities

3. THAT Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053 be advanced to the Inspector of Municipalities for approval.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item h

Council will rescind its affordable housing amenity contribution policy once ACC/DCC pass

4. THAT Council Policy CCL-069.03 (Affordable Housing Amenity Contribution) be rescinded, subject to the adoption of Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2052 and Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2053.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item h

Council had the OCP bylaw updated with the night's decisions and brought back soon

THAT Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2054 be updated to reflect the decisions made in Resolution Numbers 2025.419 and 2025.420 at the October 22, 2025 Regular Council Meeting, and be brought back for Council’s consideration at the earliest opportunity.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr · moved , seconded · item i

Council approved the 2026 corporate budget with an 8.65% general levy increase

1. THAT Council approves the 2026 Corporate Budget as attached in Appendix A of the October 17, 2025, report from the Director of Finance titles "2026 Corporate Budget", with an 8.65% increase to the general levy.

Opposed: Nicole Minions · moved , seconded · item j

Council moved all but $20,000 of unallocated special projects money to infrastructure

2. THAT all but $20,000 of the unallocated special projects budget be transferred to the Infrastructure Renewal Fund.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item j

Council added small levy increases for bus shelters, dog parks and park upgrades

3. THAT an additional increase to the general tax levy of 0.008% for the tractor backhoe thumb unit, 0.035% for two new bus shelters, 0.006% for beach access improvements, 0.008% for the new Pioneer Park dog park, 0.019% for Comox dog park shade structure, 0.008% for the McKenzie Park water improvements, and 0.019%...

Opposed: Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item j

Council waived grant policy to give the substance use collaborative a one-time $10,000

THAT Council waives the Grant-in-Aid- Policy CCL-031.02 and approves the August 13, 2025 request from the Substance Use Strategy Collaborative, led by the Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society, for a single $10,000 contribution in 2025 toward implementing its 21 recommendations to improve community health and safety.

Opposed: Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item 2

Council pulled a realtor's letter on allowing modular homes off the consent agenda

1. THAT Item 4. (Andrena Koch-Schulte, Realtor (CV Real Estate Group): Allowing Modular Homes within Town Boundaries) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 15

Council pulled the Potters Club meeting space request off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 14. (Helen Stefiuk & Heather Tobe (Comox Valley Potters Club): Request for Advocacy to Find Meeting Space) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 15

Council pulled a mobile golf simulator proposal off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 7. (Dennis Sapong (Birdie Box Indoor Golf Simulator): Mobile Golf Simulator Proposal) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 15

Council named Councillor Meilleur alternate acting mayor to chair the October 1 meeting

THAT Council appoint Councillor Meilleur as the Alternate Acting Mayor to Chair the October 1, 2025, Regular Council Meeting in the absence of the Mayor and Acting Mayor attending in person.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the October 1, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the September 3 regular council minutes

1. THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the September 10 special council minutes

2. THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the August 27 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

That the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday August 27, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council offered Mark Berge an extension to produce the 2026 Nautical Days Festival

THAT Mark Berge be offered the opportunity to extend his agreement with the Town to coordinate the 2026 Nautical Days Festival.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Lancaster Park changes letter off the consent agenda

4. THAT item 15. (John Ayearst: Lancaster Park Changes) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the sewer line project letter off the consent agenda

5. THAT item 5. (Ted Brooks: Sewer Line Project) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the CVRD Elected Officials' Forum invitation off the consent agenda

6. THAT Item 10. (Will Cole-Hamilton, Chair (Comox Valley Regional District): Elected Officials’ Forum Oct 16, 2025 - RSVP by Oct 6) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council backed a $30,000 UBCM grant bid for fire gear cleaning equipment

THAT Council support Comox Fire Rescue’s application to the 2025 UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for $30,000 to purchase specialized personal protective equipment (PPE) cleaning equipment, and confirm that, if the application is successful, the Town of Comox will provide overall grant management.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the September 10 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held September 10, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council supported the draft OCP development permit area guidelines in principle

THAT Council supports, in principle, the Draft Development Permit Area Guidelines as presented in Attachment A of the September 5, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services titled Development Permit Areas.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 2049 three readings

1. THAT Council give First, Second and Third readings to Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 2049.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2016.09 three readings

2. THAT Council give First, Second and Third readings to Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.09.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw 1960.01 three readings

3. THAT Council give First, Second and Third readings to Comox Council Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1960.01.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council referred its grant policy to Oct 22 to consider ongoing Indigenous Women's funding

3. THAT Grant-in-Aid Policy CCL-031.02 be referred to the October 22, 2025, Regular Council Meeting for discussion, with the intent to consider adding the Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society to the list of approved groups for ongoing funding consideration.

Opposed: Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Council encouraged the Coalition to seek a temporary use permit for weather shelters

THAT the Comox Valley Coalition to End Homelessness be encouraged to apply for a Temporary Use Permit once the permit regime is in place.

Opposed: Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave the 2026-2034 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 2041 three readings

THAT Comox Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2041 be given First, Second and Third readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council adopted the 2123 Hector Road rezoning (Bylaw 1850.48)

1. THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.48 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council approved Development Permit 25-5 for 2123 Hector Road, subject to conditions

2. THAT Development Permit 25-5 be approved for Proposed Lot B, as shown on Attachment 1 (Plan of Proposed Subdivision) in the October 1, 2025, report from Development Services titled, "2123 Hector Road RZ 24-3 and DP 25-5"; AND FURTHER, THAT Staff issue the permit once the following conditions have been met: a....

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council closed the meeting to the public for a labour relations matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, September 70, 2025, pursuant to the following sub-sections of section 90 of the Community Charter: (7)(c) labour relations or other employee relations.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the September 3, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the August 13 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the September 3 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Brandy Fuchs: Request for Rat Bylaw 2. Marc Rutten, Acting Chief Administrative Officer (Comox Valley Regional District): Solid Waste Management Plan 3. Sherwin Christian: Motion to uphold tanker ban 4. Dave Durrant (Walk of Achievement...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a resident's request for a rat bylaw off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 1. (Brandy Fuchs: Request for Rat Bylaw) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the CVRD Solid Waste Management Plan letter off the agenda

3. THAT Item 2. (Marc Rutten, Acting Chief Administrative Officer (Comox Valley Regional District): Solid Waste Management Plan) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council postponed Habitat for Humanity's 2161 Park Drive housing request to October 1

THAT the August 13, 2025 request from Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North for the 8- unit housing project at 2161 Park Drive be postponed to the October 1, 2025 Regular Council Meeting.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council put $125,000 in wildfire deployment revenue toward fire department needs

THAT Council allocate the following amounts from revenue received through 2025 wildfire deployments to the fire department’s 2025 operating budget: • $10,000 to the Community Safety Program. • $15,000 for the repair, replacement, and enhancement of wildfire equipment. • $100,000 for the design and construction...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council consented to the CVRD's sports track and fields service conversion bylaw

THAT the Town of Comox consent to the adoption of Comox Valley Regional District Bylaw No. 883 being “Comox Valley Sports Track and Fields Service Conversion Bylaw 2353, Amendment No. 2" under section 349 of the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council moved replacement of the fire duty officer truck up from 2027 to 2025

THAT Council approve an adjustment to the Fire Department’s Five-Year Capital Plan to advance the replacement of Duty Officer Truck #37 (2015 model) from 2027 to 2025.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received an update on the regional winter shelter strategy

THAT the correspondence dated August 22, 2025, from Isha Matous-Gibbs (Urban Matters) regarding an update on the Winter Shelter Strategy be received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council amended the extreme weather shelter motion to ask for a staff report

THAT the motion be amended to add “and that Administration provide a staff report on this matter” after “Extreme Weather Response Shelters.”

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved an updated Flag Raisings and Flag Protocol Policy

THAT the draft Flag Raisings and Flag Protocol Policy CCL-058.05 as detailed in the July 28, 2025, report from the Corporate Coordinator, titled “Flag Raisings and Flag Protocol Policy” be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council sent a letter backing Senior Support North Vancouver Island's federal grant bid

THAT the correspondence dated August 26, 2025, from Christopher Bate, Senior Support North Vancouver Island, requesting a letter of support for a Government of Canada New Horizons for Seniors Program grant, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT the request for a letter of support be granted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Expand the added-housing analysis to the whole Town of Comox (defeated)

THAT the main motion be amended to expand the analysis to be conducted across the entire Town of Comox.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item 3

Analyze adding 200-300 downtown multi-family units with minimum densities (defeated)

THAT an updated analysis recommending additional multi-family units be produced, targeting 200-300 units in the Downtown area, including minimum density requirements.

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item 4

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the August 13, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the July 16 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday July 16, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 28 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

1. THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the June 18 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

2. THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the August 13 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Andrea Roach & Steve Sheldon: Enforcement of Noise Bylaws for Vehicle Noise 2. Gloria and Les Herauf: Cypress Gardens Patios Inquiry 3. Dale Harrison: Nautical Days Christian Service 4. Sydney Johnson: Reducing speed limit on Highwood Drive 5....

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the d'Esterre transit survey letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 6. (Amy Yakimyshyn: D'Esterre Surveys - Transit Use) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Pritchard Road flashing crosswalk request off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 12. (Naomi Radawiec: Request for Crosswalk with Flashing Lights on Pritchard) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled two Eton Road parking letters off the consent agenda

4. THAT Items 10. (Fil Bohac: Eton Road Parking Issue) and 11. (Jack Shapka: Eton Road Parking Issue) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Noel Avenue cycling safety letter off the consent agenda

5. THAT Item 5. (James Nairne: Cycling Safety on Noel Ave) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Recreation and Parks Fees Bylaw No. 2035

THAT the Comox Recreation and Parks Fees Bylaw No. 2035 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council endorsed sites for ground-oriented multi-unit housing pre-zoning

1. THAT Council endorse the sites selected for ground-oriented multi-unit residential pre- zoning as shown in Attachment A of the August 13, 2025, report from Randy Houle, Director of Development Services, titled “Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review Update”.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Study how minimum densities could apply to multi-unit pre-zoning (defeated)

2. THAT an additional report be created to undertake an analysis on how minimum densities can be applied to support ground-oriented multi-unit residential pre-zoning.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council sought analysis of 400-600 more multi-family units downtown, Anderton, Pritchard

5. THAT an updated analysis recommending additional multi-family units be produced, targeting 400-600 units in the Downtown, Anderton corridor and upper Pritchard areas.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for a report on pre-zoning 1890 Comox Avenue to mid-rise residential

6. THAT Administration provide a report on pre-zoning 1890 Comox Avenue to Mid-Rise Residential.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council backed the airport's request for expanded border services for winter charters

THAT the correspondence dated July 16, 2025, from the Comox Valley Airport Commission regarding its request to the Canada Border Services Agency to change the Airport of Entry designation from AOE 160 to AOE 220 for winter charter operations be received; AND FURTHER THAT the request for a letter of support be granted.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the July 30 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday July 30, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council filed a building bylaw notice on title against 400 Davis Street

1. THAT the Corporate Officer file a notice in the Land Title Office, pursuant to Section 57 of the Community Charter, against the property located at 400 Davis Street, legally described as Lot 6, Section 3, Comox District, Plan 20979, P.I.D. 003-465-578, for failure to comply with Comox Building Bylaw 1472.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council filed a building bylaw notice on title against 444 Stewart Street

2. THAT the Corporate Officer file a notice in the Land Title Office pursuant to Section 57 of the Community Charter, against the property located at 444 Stewart Street, legally described as Lot 2, Section 76, Comox District Plan 177772, P.I.D. 001-833-251, for failure to comply with Comox Building Bylaw 1472.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council filed a building bylaw notice on title against 1638 Robb Avenue

3. THAT the Corporate Officer file a notice in the Land Title Office pursuant to Section 57 of the Community Charter, against the property located at 1638 Robb Avenue, legally described as Lot C, Section 56, Comox District Plan 32304, P.I.D. 001-077-180, for failure to comply with Comox Building Bylaw 1472.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2048

1. THAT Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2048 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted a Latecomer Agreements policy for excess or extended services

2. THAT CCL-083, Excess or Extended Service (Latecomer Agreements) Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted a cash-in-lieu policy for small-scale multi-unit housing frontage works

3. THAT CCL-084, SSMUH Frontage Works Cash in Lieu Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the 2025 audit service plan report

That the August 7, 2025 report from the Director of Finance, titled 2025 Audit Service Plan be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the Coalition's request to zone for extreme weather shelters

THAT the correspondence dated August 5, 2025, from the Comox Valley Coalition to End Homelessness requesting an amendment to the Town of Comox Zoning Bylaw to Permit Extreme Weather Response (EWR) Facilities be received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved Development Variance Permit 25-4 for 1967 Beaufort Avenue

THAT Development Variance Permit DVP 25-4 be approved; and further, THAT Staff be directed to issue the permit.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the Special Council Meeting agenda for Wednesday, July 30, 2025 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the traffic bylaw amendment for Evolve's electric kick scooters

THAT the Comox Street and Traffic Bylaw Amendment No. 7358.06 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Strathcona Crescent reopening letter for discussion

2. THAT Item 5. (Les Van Herwaarden: Reopen Strathcona Cres to Back Rd/Glacier View Dr) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 17

Council pulled the Shakesides update letter for discussion

3. THAT Item 2. (Craig Freeman, Director (Craig Freemen, Director): Update on Shakesides) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 17

Council pulled the Community Centre HVAC letter for discussion

4. THAT Item 11. (Al Gregory: Comox Community Centre HVAC Issues- Fitness Studio) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 17

Council pulled the Summer Fest thank-you letter for discussion

5. THAT Item 10. (Susan Wood & John Mang, Downtown Comox Events Producers (Susan Wood Communications): Comox Summer Fest 2025 - Thank You) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 17

Council pulled the d'Esterre Seniors' Centre 50th anniversary letter for discussion

6. THAT Item 6. (Myrna Holman, President (d'Esterre Seniors' Centre Association): 50th Anniversary Celebration & Future Plans for the Association's Current Building) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 17

Council pulled the RCMP quarterly report for discussion

7. THAT Item 14. (Scott Mercer, Detachment Commander (Comox Valley RCMP): Quarterly Report: April 1 – June 30, 2025) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 17

Council added a public safety letter to the agenda and moved the OCP update up

THAT the July 16, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Amended as follows: 1. THAT the letter from to the Honourable Garry Begg, MLA, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General with a request for additional safety and security resources be added under Item 12.d.; and, 2. THAT the order of Items under New...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the July 16, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted as Amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the June 4 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on June 4, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the June 11 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on buying Pritchard Road land for recreation

1. THAT the Town of Comox request a UBCM Minister meeting to support the Town’s goal of acquiring 900, 910, and/or 920 Pritchard for recreational purposes.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on a Guthrie Road sidewalk and transport grant

2. THAT the Town of Comox request a UBCM Minister meeting to support the Town’s Federal Active Transportation grant application and seek Provincial support for the desired sidewalk along the north side of Guthrie on MOTI’s section of the road.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sought a UBCM minister meeting on housing infrastructure funding

3. THAT the Town of Comox request a UBCM Minister meeting to discuss housing related infrastructure funding.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council added park concept plans, washrooms, beach access and a dog park pilot to its plan

1. THAT the Strategic Plan be amended to include the following projects: a) Community Centre Outdoors/Village Park Concept Plan b) Marina Park Concept Plan c) Lancaster Park Concept Plan d) New Park Washrooms e) Beach Access Improvements f) Dog Park Pilot Project

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council backed a $276,950 UBCM grant application for an asset management plan

THAT Council support the submission of an application to the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Strategic Priorities Fund, as detailed in the July 10, 2025 report titled "2025 UBCM Grant – Strategic Priorities Fund – Asset Management Plan" from the Comox Director of Finance, in the amount of $276,950 to assist with the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Public Notice Bylaw No. 2045

THAT Comox Public Notice Bylaw No. 2045 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council cut draft OCP heights at 1805 and 1823 Beaufort Avenue from 12 to 6 storeys

1. THAT the land use designation for 1805 and 1823 Beaufort Avenue be amended from Harbour and Marina Comprehensive Development (up to 12 storeys) to Harbour and Marina Comprehensive Development (up to 6 storeys) on Map A: OCP Land Use, of the Draft Official Community Plan (OCP), as outlined in Attachment A of the...

Opposed: Steve Blacklock · moved , seconded · item a

Council capped the draft OCP at three storeys on Comox Ave's south side, Ellis to Rodello

2. THAT the land use designations on the south side of Comox Avenue, between Ellis Street and Rodello Street, be amended to allow a maximum of three storeys on Map A: OCP Land Use, of the Draft Official Community Plan (OCP), as outlined in Attachment A of the July 11, 2025 report from the Director of Development...

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council required a tenant relocation plan for any 2181 Comox Ave rezoning over six storeys

3. THAT the land use designation for 2181 Comox Avenue (High Rise Residential) in the Draft Official Community Plan (OCP), as shown on Map A: OCP Land Use and attached to the July 11, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services titled “Official Community Plan Update,” be amended to include provisions...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Lower all draft OCP mid-rise (6-storey) areas to low-rise (4 storeys) (defeated)

4. THAT all Mid-Rise Residential (6 storeys) and Mid-Rise Mixed-Use land use designations in the Draft Official Community Plan (OCP), as shown on Map A: OCP Land Use and attached to the July 11, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services titled “Official Community Plan Update,” be amended to Low-Rise...

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Change the draft OCP high-rise residential designation to mid-rise (defeated)

5. THAT the High-Rise Residential land use designation in the Draft Official Community Plan (OCP), as shown on Map A: OCP Land Use and attached to the July 11, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services titled “Official Community Plan Update,” be amended to Mid-Rise Residential (6 stories).

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved the amended draft OCP land use map for the future OCP bylaws

6. THAT Map A: OCP Land Use, as amended and attached to the July 11, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services titled “Official Community Plan Update,” be approved by Council for inclusion in the Draft OCP Bylaws to be submitted to Council at a future date.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council agreed to reconsider the defeated high-rise to mid-rise OCP motion

7. THAT Council reconsider the defeated motion: “THAT the High-Rise Residential land use designation in the Draft Official Community Plan (OCP), as shown on Map A: OCP Land Use and attached to the July 11, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services titled “Official Community Plan Update,” be amended to...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

On reconsideration, Council changed the draft OCP high-rise designation to mid-rise

8. THAT the High-Rise Residential land use designation in the Draft Official Community Plan (OCP), as shown on Map A: OCP Land Use and attached to the July 11, 2025 report from the Director of Development Services titled “Official Community Plan Update,” be amended to Mid-Rise Residential.

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the Fire Protection District's letter on its future and will reply

THAT the letter dated June 16, 2025, from Mike Hoy, Secretary-Treasurer of the Comox Fire Protection Improvement District, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT a follow-up letter be sent to the Comox Fire Protection Improvement District.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the June 27 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on June 27, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council consented to the provincial electric kick scooter pilot running in Comox

1. THAT the Town of Comox consents to the Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project (B.C. Reg. 247/2023) taking place within the Town of Comox.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave Street and Traffic Bylaw amendment 1358.06 (e-scooters) three readings

2. THAT the Comox Street and Traffic Bylaw Amendment No. 1358.06 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the 2026-2030 budget schedule

THAT the July 16, 2025 report from the Director of Finance, titled 2026-2030 Budget Schedule be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved raising the Pride flag from August 22 to 24, 2025

THAT the request for community event recognition from Tracey Stoddart of the Pride Society of the Comox Valley be received; AND FURTHER, THAT approval be granted for the Pride flag to be raised from August 22 to August 24, 2025.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council confirmed three Torrence Road parcels for the boundary extension

WHEREAS the Town of Comox has obtained the assent of the electors to petition the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs to extend the boundaries of the Town of Comox as it appeared in the Gazette under issue of May 1, 2025, and in the Comox Valley Record under issues of April 30 and May 7, 2025; AND WHEREAS all...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council chose shared bike lanes with parking on both sides of Aspen Road by Aspen Park

THAT Council direct Administration to proceed with Option 2 as outlined in the July 11, 2025, report from the Engineering Manager titled "Aspen and Bolt Sidewalk and Bike Lane Project," and to install shared vehicle and bike lanes along with parking on both sides of Aspen Road adjacent to Aspen Park.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved the Remembrance Day ceremony and RCAF flyby on November 11, 2025

THAT the email dated June 23, 2025, from Val Greenlaw, Acting Poppy Chair for the Royal Canadian Legion, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT permission be granted for the Remembrance Day Ceremony, including a flyby by Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) aircraft at altitudes as low as 500 feet, for the purposes of transit,...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council asked the CVRD to cap regional grants-in-aid at $30,000 in 2025

THAT the Council of the Town of Comox requests that the Comox Valley Regional District Board amend the Regional Grant-in-Aid Policy as follows: 1. Policy Statement (Section 1): To establish and provide a framework for a small-scale Regional Grant-in-Aid Program, administered through a Community Foundation, as part of...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council applied for Bee City Canada designation to support pollinators

1. THAT Council adopt the following resolution in support of applying for Bee City Canada designation: WHEREAS the goal of Bee City Canada designation is to promote healthy, sustainable habitats and communities for pollinators; AND WHEREAS native bees and other pollinators are experiencing widespread declines due to...

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Chris Haslett · moved , seconded · item d

Council signed a letter asking the public safety minister for more safety resources

THAT the letter from to the Honourable Garry Begg, MLA, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General with a request for additional safety and security resources be signed by the Town of Comox.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Recreation and Parks Fees Bylaw No. 2035 three readings

THAT Comox Recreation and Parks Fees Bylaw No. 2035 be given First, Second and Third readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council adopted a Public Art Policy

1. THAT Policy CCL-082, Public Art Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council approved up to $10,000 to implement the Public Art Policy

2. THAT Council approve up to $10,000 from the unallocated Special Project budget to support the implementation of the Public Art Policy, including installation supports and fee waivers for equity deserving applicants.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council directed a rezoning bylaw for 1946-1950 Comox Ave with right-in, right-out access

1. THAT Council direct Administration to work with the applicant to bring forward a zoning amendment bylaw for RZ 24-4, incorporating the conditions identified in the July 16, 2025 Regular Council Meeting staff report titled, “Rezoning Application RZ 24-4 (1946 & 1950 Comox Avenue),” from the Planning Department with...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item g

Council backed an application for a six-storey building at 1946-1950 Comox Avenue

2. THAT Council supports an application to be received for a six story building under the current OCP with inclusion of daycare and outdoor amenity space.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item g

Council approved parklet licences for Impresso Cafe and Tidal Cafe through 2029

THAT the Road Encroachment Parklet Licence Agreements for: 1. Impresso Café Inc., for the facility located at 105 – 1811 Comox Avenue, and 2. Tidal Café, for the facility located at 146 Port Augusta Street, for the term January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029, as attached to the July 16, 2025 report from the Corporate...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item h

Council gave Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw 2048 three readings

1. THAT Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2048 be given First, Second and Third reading.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item i

Council asked for a latecomer and cash-in-lieu policy

2. THAT a Latecomer and Cash-in-Lieu policy be developed for Council consideration.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item i

Adoption of Agenda

That the Special Council Meeting agenda for Wednesday, June 27, 2025 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved borrowing $7.7M through the MFA for near net zero facility upgrades

THAT Council approve borrowing from the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia, as part of the 2025 Fall Borrowing Session, $7,709,520 as authorized through "Comox Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2044, Achieving Near Net Zero Emissions Reduction at Six Municipal Facilities ", and that the Comox Valley Regional...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council added communications policy motions and a land in-camera item to the agenda

1. THAT the June 4, 2025 Regular Council Meeting agenda be amended to add: a. the following resolutions in Item 10(g) New Business: 3. THAT the draft Communications Policy CCL-081 be adopted. 4. THAT the Social Media Guidelines (Code of Conduct) be approved. b. a resolution under Item 17(a) Resolution to go In-Camera...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the June 4 agenda as amended

2. THAT the June 4, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted as Amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the May 21 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on May 21, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 30 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council amended the Nautical Days Festival Policy to align services with advertising rules

THAT Comox Nautical Days Festival Policy CCL-076 be amended to update Section 7.05 to state: All Services shall be organized in a manner that promotes inclusivity, safety, and community spirit, and must specifically align with the provisions outlined in Sections 5.02, 5.03, and 5.04 of the Sale of Advertising Policy...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the June 4 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Kristen Battle, Communications & Administrative Manager (LUSH Valley Food Action Society): Eat Local Comox Valley Bingo

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled LUSH Valley's Eat Local Bingo letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 1. (Kristen Battle, Communications & Administrative Manager (LUSH Valley Food Action Society): Eat Local Comox Valley Bingo) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council agreed to cross-promote LUSH Valley's Eat Local Comox Valley Bingo campaign

3. THAT the Town of Comox cross-promote the LUSH Valley Food Action Society’s “Eat Local Comox Valley Bingo” campaign.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave the 2123 Hector Road rezoning (Bylaw 1850.48) third reading

1. THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.48 be given Third Reading.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council required outstanding items be resolved before adopting the Hector Road rezoning

2. THAT prior to adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.48, the outstanding items listed under Schedule 1, Outstanding Items as included in the May 29, 2025 report from the Planner II, titled “RZ 24-3 2123 Hector Road” be resolved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council backed a $5 million UBCM grant application to replace the fire station

THAT Council support the submission of an application to the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Strategic Priorities Fund, as detailed in the May 29, 2025 report titled "2025 UBCM Grant –Strategic Priorities Fund" from the Comox Fire Chief, in the amount of $5 million to assist with the necessary replacement of the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public to discuss a land matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 pursuant to the following sub-section of section 90 of the Community Charter: (e) the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be expected to...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council endorsed draft development cost charge rates with a 1% municipal assist

1. THAT the Development Cost Charge rates with a municipal assist factor of 1% be endorsed.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council endorsed draft amenity cost charge rates with a 1% municipal assist

2. THAT Amenity Cost Charge rates with a municipal assist factor of 1% be endorsed.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sent the draft DCC and ACC rates to public consultation

3. THAT the programs and draft rates be advanced to the public consultation phase as presented.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council supported a CVRD emergency preparedness grant, incl. a Community Centre generator

THAT Council pass a resolution in support of the Comox Valley Regional District’s joint application to the Union of BC Municipalities Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF), which includes up to $200,000 under the Emergency Operations Centres (EOC) Equipment and Training stream, including $40,000 toward the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted the 2024 Annual Report

THAT the 2024 Annual Report, as included in the June 4, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council directed a facility booking policy barring rentals likely to promote hate

1. THAT Council direct Administration to create a facility booking policy to prohibit individuals or organizations renting Town facilities which may or are likely to promote hate and/or discrimination.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council set the booking policy so the Recreation Director decides, with appeal to the CAO

2. THAT, conditional upon Council’s direction to create a facility booking policy, staff create a facility booking policy with the Recreation Director responsible to approve or deny a facility rental, with an appeal process to the Chief Administrative Officer.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council authorized disposal of listed Recreation Department assets

THAT Council authorise the disposal of Recreation Department assets listed in the May 28, 2025 Report from the Recreation Supervisor titled “Disposal of Assets Recreation Department”.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Public Notice Bylaw No. 2045 three readings

THAT Comox Public Notice Bylaw No. 2045 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council voted to phase out the Town's X accounts and move to Bluesky

1. THAT the use of the Town’s X accounts be discontinued, using a phased approach that will transition to using the BlueSky media platform.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item g

Council kept the Town's social media open to comments under its code of conduct

2. THAT the Town continue to maintain an online presence, allowing for comments and utilizing the Town’s Social Media Guidelines (Code of Conduct), to maintain a respectful and engaged online community.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item g

Council adopted a Communications Policy

3. THAT the draft Communications Policy CCL-081 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item g

Council approved Social Media Guidelines (Code of Conduct)

4. THAT the Social Media Guidelines (Code of Conduct) be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item g

Council amended the agenda to reorder delegations and add MLA Day's support request

THAT the May 21, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be amended as follows: 1. THAT the order of Items 3.a. and 3.b. under Delegations be reversed; and 2. THAT the letter dated May 2, 2025, from MLA Brennan Day, requesting a letter of support, be added to Item 12.a. under Correspondence.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the May 21, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted as Amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the May 7 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on May 7, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 14 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 21 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Keil Kodama, Lieutenant (19 Wing Comox): CC-295 Kingfisher Enters Operational Service at 19 Wing Comox 2. Wanda Thompson: Destruction of Heritage Gardens 3. Deb Scarsbrook: Urgent Request to Protect the Gardens on Comox Hill Road 4. Christina...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled three letters on the Comox Hill heritage gardens off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 2. (Wanda Thompson: Destruction of Heritage Gardens, Item 3. (Deb Scarsbrook: Urgent Request to Protect the Gardens on Comox Hill Road) and Item 4. (Christina Locke: Comox Hill Heritage Garden) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council granted $40,000 to L'Arche and Dawn to Dawn housing projects via the Coalition

THAT a contribution of $40,000 be approved through the Grant-in-Aid Policy, to be allocated proportionally according the funding request recommended by the Coalition to End Homelessness, to the following organizations: 1. L’arche Comox Valley - The anchorage site preparation- $9,524.00 2. Dawn to Dawn - Affordable...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted parks advertising fees (Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2016.08)

THAT the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.08 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the 2024 Annual Report and made it available for public inspection

THAT the 2024 Annual Report as attached to the May 16, 2025 report from the Communications Coordinator, titled “Adoption of the Annual Report”, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT the 2024 Annual Report be available for public inspection as per section 98(1)(b) of the Community Charter.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council joined a letter asking the Health Minister for a mobile crisis response team

THAT the letter dated May 2, 2025, from MLA Brennan Day, requesting a letter of support, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT the Town of Comox be included in a joint letter of support to the Honourable Josie Osborne, Minister of Health, advocating for the implementation of an Integrated Mobile Crisis Response Team (IMCRT)...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the May 14 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on May 14, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the March 26 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved adding e-scooters to the regional electric bike share program

THAT Council approve the inclusion of e-scooters in the Regional Electric Bike Share Program.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council moved the Rodello roundabout project up from 2026 to 2025

THAT the 2025 Budget be amended to move the capital project Comox Roundabout – Rodello project from 2026 to 2025.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved a variance permit for 2025 McKenzie Avenue

THAT Development Variance Permit 24-6 be approved; AND FURTHER, THAT Administration be directed to issue the permit

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council rescinded first and second readings of the 2123 Hector Road rezoning

1. THAT First and Second Readings of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.48 be rescinded.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council amended the 2123 Hector Road rezoning to a single RM7.1 zone

2. THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.1850.48 be amended to: a. rezone the entire subject property to RM7.1 zone as opposed to split-zone: RM7.1 and RM6.1; b. delete sections that became redundant after Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.46 was adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave the amended 2123 Hector Road rezoning first and second readings

3. THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.48 be given First and Second Readings as amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council asked staff to explore a donation of undevelopable land at 2123 Hector Road

4. THAT, prior to third reading, Administration explore the potential donation of the undevelopable land within the 2123 Hector Road development and provide a report to Council.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved a lease for Bill's Big Animal Encounters at 129 Port Augusta Street

1. THAT the proposed lease agreement with Bill’s Big Animal Encounters Ltd., for the premises located at Unit 102 – 129 Port Augusta Street, during the term August 1, 2023, to July 31,2026, as attached to the May 21, 2025, report from the Director of Corporate Service titled “New Leases – 129 Port Augusta Street...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved a lease for Compass Adventure at 129 Port Augusta Street

2. THAT the proposed lease agreement with Surf SUP Inc. DBA Compass Adventure for the premises located at Units 104 and 105 – 129 Port Augusta Street, including a storage building and dryland compound, during the term February 1, 2024, to January 31, 2027, as attached tothe May 21, 2025, report from the Director of...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved a parklet licence for Hangar 31 at Guthrie and McDonald Roads

THAT the Road Encroachment Licence Agreement for Hangar 31 Enterprises Inc. for a portion of the highway located at the corner of Guthrie and McDonald Roads, during the term January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2029, as attached to the May 21, 2025, report from the Corporate Coordinator titled “Parklet Licence – Hangar 31...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council directed building the Mack Laing viewing platform in 2025

THAT Council directs Administration to proceed with the construction of the Mack Laing viewing platform in 2025.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the Special Council Meeting agenda for Wednesday, May 14, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw 2031.01

THAT the Comox Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2031.01 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the 2024 audit report and approved the 2024 financial statements

THAT the 2024 Audit Report as presented by MNP LLP be accepted and received for Information; AND FURTHER, THAT the 2024 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements be Approved

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved the 2024 Statement of Financial Information

THAT the 2024 Statement of Financial Information report be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted the 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw 2046

THAT Comox Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2046 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council adopted the 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw 2047

THAT the Comox Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2047 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council adopted Loan Bylaw 2044 for near net zero upgrades at six Town facilities

THAT Comox Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2044, Achieving Near Net Zero Emissions Reduction at Six Municipal Facilities be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council directed staff to identify Town land for affordable housing, excluding parks

WHEREAS the Town of Comox has provided notice to withdraw from the CVRD’s Emergency Shelter and Supportive Housing Land Acquisition Service (Service 450) due to concerns regarding its expanded scope and governance; AND WHEREAS the 2024 Town of Comox Housing Needs Report identifies a projected requirement of 3,358 new...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 3

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the May 7, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the April 16 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the May 7 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Courtenay and District Fish & Game Protective Association: Open House/Range Day on June 1, 2025 2. Drew M. Ratcliffe, President (Arpeg Group of Companies): Land Use Planning for 2181 Comox Ave 3. Will Cole-Hamilton, Chair (CVRD): Comox Valley...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Noel Avenue and Church Street crosswalk letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 7. (Karen Hildred: Noel Avenue and Church Street electronic crosswalk) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the 1890 Comox Avenue zoning letter off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 5. (Rick Fisher: Zoning of 1890 Comox Avenue) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Have staff find and assess sites for affordable and supportive housing (defeated)

1. WHEREAS the Town of Comox has provided notice to withdraw from the CVRD’s Emergency Shelter and Supportive Housing Land Acquisition Service (Service 450) due to concerns regarding its expanded scope and governance; AND WHEREAS the 2024 Town of Comox Housing Needs Report identifies a projected requirement of 3,358...

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council amended the housing site motion to exclude land designated as park

THAT the main motion be amended to clarify that Administration be directed to identify and evaluate municipally owned lands and other potential sites within the Town of Comox suitable for the development of affordable and supportive housing, excluding lands designated as park.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council allowed advertising in select parks to benefit youth sports groups

1. THAT the Sale of Advertising Policy amendment (No. CCL-074.01), as attached to the May 7, 2025 Staff Report from the Parks Manager titled “Advertising in Parks”, be adopted, allowing advertising in select park sites for the financial benefit of local non-profit youth sports groups.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2016.07 three readings

2. THAT the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.07 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Give $2,500 to the Community Action Team's toxic drug crisis education event (defeated)

THAT Council approve the request from the Comox Valley Community Action Team for a financial contribution of $2500.00 to the Public Substance Use Education and Awareness Event 'Community Conversations: Understanding the Toxic Drug Crisis'.

Opposed: Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public to discuss a proposed municipal service

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, fvlay 7, 2025 pursuant to the following sub-section of section 90 of the Community Charter: (k) negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a municipal service that are at their preliminary stages and that, in...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the April 16 public hearing minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Public Hearing Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council accepted the Parks and Trails Master Plan

THAT Council accept the Parks and Trails Master Plan, as included in the May 7, 2025 Staff Report from the Parks Manager titled "Parks and Trails Master Plan", and forward the report to the May 14, 2025 Strategic Planning meeting for discussion on parks priority levels and the Parks DCC and ACC list.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the 2024 Development Cost Charge annual report

THAT the May 7, 2025 report from the Director of Finance, titled 2024 Development Cost Charge Annual Report be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council added projects to the 2024-2028 Financial Plan

1. THAT the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2031, 2024 be amended to add the projects and initiatives as set out in Appendix A, as attached to the May 1, 2025, report from the Director of Finance, titled 2024 - 2028 Financial Plan Bylaw Amendment.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw 2031.01 three readings

2. THAT the Comox Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2031.01 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council added carry-forwards and additions to the 2025-2029 budget

1. THAT the 2025-2029 Budget be updated to include the budget carry forwards and additions listed in Appendices A and B, as attached to the May 1, 2025, report from the Director of Finance, titled 2025 - 2029 Financial Plan Bylaw.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave the 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw 2046 three readings

2. THAT the Comox Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2046 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave the 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw 2047 three readings

THAT the Comox Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2047 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council approved an updated Flag Raisings and Flag Protocol Policy

THAT the draft Flag Raisings and Flag Protocol Policy CCL-058.04 as detailed in the April 25, 2025, report from the Corporate Coordinator, titled “Flag Raisings and Flag Protocol Policy” be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council added a 444 Stewart Street notice-on-title delegation to the agenda

That the Agenda for the May 7, 2025 Regular Council Meeting be amended to include a delegation from Daniel Parker.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item g

Council received the notices-on-title report and asked for a June briefing on them

1. THAT the May 7, 2025, report titled "Recommendations for Filing Section 57 Notices on Title for Multiple Properties" be received; AND FURTHER THAT Administration provide a presentation at an upcoming meeting in June to support Council’s understanding of Section 57 notices.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item g

Council dropped the required sidewalk on Knight Road between Anderton and Hudson

THAT the Road Standards Report dated May 2, 2025, from the Engineering Manager, be amended to remove the requirement for a sidewalk on Knight Road between Anderton Road and Hudson Road.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item h

Council sent the new road cross-section maps into the servicing bylaw

2. THAT Council forward the road cross section maps, as attached to the Road Standards Report dated May 2, 2025, from the Engineering Manager, for inclusion in the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item h

Council applied for a SPARC BC grant for website and mapping accessibility upgrades

THAT Council direct Administration to submit an application to the SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant program to support accessibility upgrades to the Town of Comox’s website and mapping systems, ensuring improved digital access to municipal services and information; AND FURTHER, THAT Council authorize the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item i

Council sent the amenity and development cost charge update to Strategic Planning

THAT Council forward this report to the May 14, 2025, Comox Strategic Planning Committee meeting for consideration.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item j

Council changed the draft OCP designation for 1150 Pritchard Road to low-rise mixed use

4. THAT the OCP designation for 1150 Pritchard be changed to a Low-Rise Mixed-Use designation.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 2

Council backed the draft OCP land use map for consultation, with taller Comox Ave sites

THAT Council support in principle the draft OCP Land Use Map, as shown in “Attachment A” of the April 16, 2025 report from Randy Houle, Director of Development Services, titled Official Community Plan Update (Property Specific Decisions)” for community consultation purposes, as previously amended with changes to...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 2

Council asked the CVRD for governance and/or cost controls on regional grants-in-aid

THAT Item 6. (Will Cole-Hamilton, Chair (Comox Valley Regional District): Regional Grant- in-Aid Program Establishment) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion; AND FURTHER, THAT the Town of Comox forward a letter to the Comox Valley Regional District requesting governance consideration and/or cost controls...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 4

Council pulled the Parks and Trails Master Plan comments off the consent agenda

5. THAT Item 11. (Dave and Susie Shaw: Comments Regarding Parks and Trails Master Plan) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item 4

Council amended the agenda to reorder delegations and add a 468 Pritchard Road delegation

THAT the April 16, 2025 Regular Council Meeting agenda be amended as follows: 1. THAT the order of Items 3.a. and 3.b. under Delegations be reversed; and 2. THAT a fourth delegation be added under Item 3.d., Mary Lou Moffat, Brook Place Strata – DVP 25-3, 468 Pritchard.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the April 16, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted as Amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the April 2 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 9 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council set the 2025 residential general municipal levy increase at 8.94%

1. THAT Council approves the tax rate bylaws to be created with an increase in revenue of 8.94% for residential properties on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council set the 2025 business general municipal levy increase at 7.85%

2. THAT Council approves the tax rate bylaws to be created with an increase in revenue of 7.85% for business properties on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council set the 2025 light industrial general municipal levy increase at 7.85%

3. THAT Council approves the tax rate bylaws to be created with an increase in revenue of 7.85% for light industrial properties on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council set a $103.46 infrastructure renewal levy for the average residential property

4. THAT Council approves the tax rate bylaws be created with an Infrastructure Renewal Fund amount of $103.46 to the average residential property on the general municipal levy.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 16 consent agenda correspondence for information

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Marie Jacobs: Urban Forests in the Comox Valley 2. Pete Chambers, President (Comox BIA): 2025 Event Collaboration 3. Pete Chambers, President (Comox BIA): AGM Invitation - May 12, 2025 (RSVP by May 2, 2025) 4. Jennifer Gordon & Ernst Vegt: Park...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled a resident's request not to fund E-Comm off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 10. (Philip Perras: Request to not fund E-Comm) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council amended its grant-in-aid letter to ask for governance "and/or" cost controls

THAT the main motion be amended by replacing "or" at the beginning of the phrase "cost controls for the future of the regional grant-in-aid program" with "and/or".

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent its 2025 policing priorities, led by speed control, to the RCMP

THAT Council forward the following policing priorities to the RCMP for 2025: 1. Speed control 2. Continued presence in Town, including evening checks at Marina Park 3. Continued support for wellness checks as needed 4. Cost-conscious municipal policing, considering rising service and infrastructure costs.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw 2040 (1966 Guthrie Road, Phase 3)

THAT Comox Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2040 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved a variance permit for the CVRD's Comox Pump Station at 81 Jane Place

THAT Development Variance Permit 25-1 be Approved; AND FURTHER, THAT Administration be directed to issue the permit.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council moved the short-term rental bylaw ahead of the OCP update on the agenda

THAT the Agenda be amended to consider Item PR 25-1 (Short-term Vacation Rentals) - Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.53 prior to Item 10(c) - Official Community Plan Update.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave the short-term rental zoning bylaw (1850.53) third reading

1. THAT Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.53 be given Third Reading.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the short-term rental zoning bylaw (1850.53)

2. THAT Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.53 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the short-term rental business licence bylaw (1882.06)

3. THAT Comox Business Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1882.06 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted short-term rental fees (Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2016.07)

4. THAT Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.07 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved closing Comox Avenue for the BIA's Summer Fest on June 28

THAT the letter from Pete Chambers of the Comox BIA dated March 28, 2025, requesting a road closure for Summer Fest 2025 on Comox Avenue from Port Augusta Street to Church Street on Saturday, June 28, 2024, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, be received and the request granted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public for a litigation matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, April 76, 2025 pursuant to the following sub-section of section 90 of the Community Charter: (g) litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the renewed Downtown Comox BIA Bylaw No. 2032

THAT Downtown Comox Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 2032 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved a variance permit for a three-lot subdivision at 468 Pritchard Road

THAT Development Variance Permit 25-3 be Approved.

Opposed: Nicole Minions · moved , seconded · item b

Council amended OCP Guiding Principle 1 on integrated planning and neighbourhood nodes

a. THAT the main motion be amended to include the following revised Guiding Principle No. 1: “Prioritize integrated community planning and neighbourhood nodes, with strong links between land use, infrastructure, active transportation, and community amenities.”

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council amended OCP principles to add housing diversity and economic development goals

b. THAT the main motion be further amended to include the following: i. Revised Guiding Principle No. 4: “Increase housing diversity, stock and affordability throughout land inside the Urban Containment Boundary”, and ii. Additional Guiding Principle No. 10: “Enhance employment and economic development for the Town of...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council consented to the CVRD bylaw removing Comox from the shelter land service

THAT the Town of Comox consent to the adoption of Comox Valley Regional District Bylaw No. 865 being “Emergency Shelter and Supportive Housing Land Acquisition Service Establishment Bylaw No. 52, 2009, Amendment No. 2" under section 349 of the Local Government Act.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council amended the draft OCP map: up to 9 storeys at 2181 Comox Ave, 12 at Beaufort Ave

THAT the main motion be amended to add the text, ", with the following changes in draft OCP land use designations: a. 2181 Comox Avenue - from Mid-Rise Residential (up to 6 storeys) to High-Rise Residential (up to 9 storeys), and b. 1805/1823 Beaufort Avenue - from Harbour and Marina Comprehensive Development (up to 6...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the April 2, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on March 19, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the February 26 Nautical Days Festival Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Nautical Days Festival Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the April 2 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Steve Faraher-Amidon: Air quality in the City of Courtenay is improving thanks to local improvements 2. Elizabeth Wylie: 2025 to 2029 Proposed Budget Increases 3. Shelley & Leon Bohmer, Carol Baert & Dave Hone, Ros Pattison & Dana Way, Colin &...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Food Policy Council's OCP food framework letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 8. (Maurita Prato & Naomi Robert, Co-Chairs (Comox Valley Food Policy Council): Food Policy Framework to Support Municipal OCP Updates) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council accepted the Torrence Road boundary extension proposal and approved an AAP

THAT Council accepts the Proposal Report dated January 23, 2025 from the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs for the proposed boundary extension in the Noel Ave, Torrence Road, and King Road area for the following properties: 1. The North ½ of Lot 20, District Lot 186, Comox District, Plan 449 Except That Part...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council directed a financial plan to replace the fire station offices starting early 2026

1. THAT Council direct Administration to develop a financial plan for the replacement of the existing fire station offices, with implementation beginning in early 2026.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for a tour of the fire station

2. THAT a Council tour of the fire station be organized.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council added fire station replacement to its Strategic Plan

3. THAT Council add “Fire Station Replacement” to the Strategic Plan under Community Connections and Wellness – Public Safety.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave Housing Agreement Bylaw 2040 (1966 Guthrie Road, Phase 3) three readings

THAT Comox Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2040 be given, First, Second, and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved selling a 2009 Toro mower to Comox Golf Club for $8,000

THAT the sale of the 2009 Toro Groundsmaster 4000-D to Comox Golf Club, for the price of $8,000 be approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted an updated Respectful Workplace Policy

THAT Policy CCL-080.01, Respectful Workplace Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the March 19, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the March 5 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on March 5, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the March 12 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the March 19 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Cathy Peters, BC anti human trafficking educator, speaker, advocate (Be Amazing Campaign): Letter Request - Ask Premier Eby to Repeal the Decriminalization of Hard Drugs 2. Ross Siemens, Mayor (City of Abbotsford): Requesting Support for UBCM...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the urban forest strategy letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 4. (Marie Jacobs: Urban Forest Management Strategy and Guidelines for Developments) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for urban forest canopy figures that exclude CFB Comox

3. THAT an additional analysis be included in the Urban Forest Strategy to exclude CFB Comox from the canopy coverage calculations.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled Abbotsford's housing infrastructure UBCM resolution off the consent agenda

4. THAT Item 2. (Ross Siemens, Mayor (City of Abbotsford): Requesting Support for UBCM Resolution for Infrastructure Support for Specified Municipalities – Housing Supply Act) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council referred the Comox Valley Marina's request to the OCP engagement process

1. THAT the request from the Comox Valley Marina Ltd. delegation on March 12, 2025, be referred to the Official Community Plan stakeholder and public engagement process for consideration.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council asked for a plan to tell residents about Bill 44 density changes in the OCP

2. THAT Administration develop a communication plan to inform the community about the required density changes to Bill 44 as they pertain to the Official Community Plan process.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved a lease renewal to 2029 for Dr. Thomas C. Woods at 1729B Comox Avenue

THAT the proposed lease agreement with Dr. Thomas C. Woods Inc. for the facility located at 1729B Comox Avenue, during the term January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2029, as attached to the March 19, 2025 report from the Director of Corporate Service titled “Lease Renewal – 1729B Comox Ave”, be approved; AND FURTHER, THAT...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received Courtenay's request to fund a substance use education event

THAT the March 5, 2025, correspondence from Mayor Bob Wells requesting a financial contribution to the City of Courtenay's public substance use education and awareness event be received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the March 12 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on March 12, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council asked staff to explore acquiring Pritchard Road land for a pickleball facility

THAT Administration engage with the Province of BC and the Pickleball Association to explore the feasibility of acquiring land at 900, 910, and 920 Pritchard Road for the construction of a dedicated pickleball facility and other recreational opportunities.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council gave three readings to Loan Bylaw 2044 for near net zero upgrades at six sites

THAT the Comox Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2044 – Achieving Near Net Zero Emissions Reduction at Six Municipal Facilities be given First, Second and Third Readings; AND FURTHER, THAT Council proceed to adoption of Comox Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2044 – Achieving Near Net Zero Emissions Reduction at Six Municipal...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted a new Respectful Workplace Policy

1. THAT Policy CCL-080, Respectful Workplace Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council rescinded the old Respectful Workplace Policy

2. THAT Policy ALL-007, Town of Comox Respectful Workplace Policy, be Rescinded.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council rescinded the Complaint Resolution Policy

3. THAT Policy ALL-008, Town of Comox Complaint Resolution Policy, be Rescinded.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council closed the meeting to the public for a labour relations matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, pursuant to the following sub-sections of section 90 of the Community Charter: (1)(c) labour relations or other employee relations.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the March 5, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the February 19 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on February 19, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the March 5 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Miriam Piikkila: Happy with adoption of Accessibility Assessment and Action Plan. 2. Heather O'Hara and Wylie Bystedt (BC Association of Farmers' Markets): Request for letter of support. 3. Stephanie Korolyk (BC Chapter of the Coalition for...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent a letter backing the BC Farmers' Market Nutrition Coupon Program

2. THAT Item 2. (Heather O'Hara and Wylie Bystedt (BC Association of Farmers' Markets): Request for a letter of support) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion; AND FURTHER, THAT Administration be directed to provide a letter of support to the BC Minister of Health, on behalf of the BC Association of...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council urged the Premier to sign the federal National School Food Policy agreement

3. THAT Item 3. (Stephanie Korolyk (BC Chapter of the Coalition for Healthy School Food): Request for a letter of support and sharing of campaign) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion; AND FURTHER, THAT Administration be directed to provide a letter to Premier Eby and the Minister of Education and Child...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Propose a business retention service shared evenly with the Chamber and BIA (defeated)

1. THAT Administration reach out to the Chamber of Commerce and the Comox BIA to propose a shared BRE (Business Retention and Expansion) services model, with costs to be split evenly.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council moved to develop a joint business retention plan with the Chamber and Comox BIA

2. THAT the Town approach the Chamber of Commerce and the Comox BIA with the intention of developing a joint proposal for a shared BRE (Business Retention and Expansion) plan.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the 2025 marina fees and regulations bylaw (2010.02)

THAT the Comox Municipal Marina Fees and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2010.02 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council supported RAD Brewing's new 165-person outdoor patio liquor licence

THAT Council's comments on the request for a Manufacturers New Outdoor Patio for RAD Brewing Company at 215 Port Augusta Street be as follows: a) The location of the establishment: i) The subject business is located within Comox Centre Mall at the corner of Comox Avenue, an arterial road, and Port Augusta Street in...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved Marina Park use and boat launch closure for the Snow to Surf finish

THAT the letter from the Comox Valley Snow to Surf Society, dated February 19, 2025, requesting permission to use Marina Park on Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for the finish of their 43rd Annual event, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT permission be granted for the closure of the boat launch facilities...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council moved Coalition to End Homelessness grant funding to the housing reserve

1. THAT the Coalition to End Homelessness funding within the Grant in Aid Program be funded from the Affordable Housing Reserve rather than yearly operational funds.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council awarded the Comox Archives and Museum Society a $32,500 grant for 2025

2. THAT the Comox Archives & Museum Society (CAMS) be awarded funding grant of $32,500 for 2025, in accordance with the Grant in Aid Policy CCL-031.02.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council awarded 2025 grants to the Art Gallery, Sid Williams Theatre and d'Esterre Centre

3. THAT the following organizations be awarded one-time funding grants for 2025, matching their 2024 funding levels, in accordance with the Grant in Aid Policy CCL-031.02: - Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG) $5,000 - Sid Williams Theatre $30,000 - d'Esterre Seniors Centre $40,000

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.01

1. THAT Comox Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.01 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council sent $80,000 from reserves to Courtenay for the emergency shelter initiative

2. THAT Council authorize Administration to transfer $80,000 from the Town of Comox Reserve Fund to the City of Courtenay for the emergency shelter initiative.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council asked staff to seek Housing Accelerator funds for the tree bylaw and rec plan

2. THAT Administration explore funding opportunities through the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) for the Tree Management and Protection Bylaw and the Recreation Master Plan, with projects proceeding using the Reserve for Future Expenditure (RFFE) account if HAF funding is not approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Remove $35,000 for pop-up parks and downtown activation from the budget (defeated)

3. THAT the $35,000 allocated for both Pop Up Parks in Village Park (Community Field) and Downtown activation (Lorne Site) be removed from the special projects budget.

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item c

Council received the CAO's 2025 Special Projects Budget report

4. THAT the March 5, 2025 report from the Chief Administrative Officer, titled “2025 Special Projects Budget”, be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the February 19, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on February 5, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the February 19 consent agenda correspondence

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Shelley and Leon Bohmer: Comox Pump Station 2. Colin and Sandra Eves: Comox Pump Station 3. Julie Micksch, RBTech: One Hour Webinars on Development Pressures 4. Vicky Trill, Community Relations Manager (Berwick Comox Valley): Tour & Lunch on March 11, 2025 -...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled two Comox Pump Station letters off the consent agenda

2. THAT Items 1. (Shelley and Leon Bohmer: Comox Pump Station) and 2. (Colin and Sandra Eves: Comox Pump Station) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Berwick Comox Valley tour invitation off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 4. (Vicky Trill, Community Relations Manager (Berwick Comox Valley): Tour & Lunch on March 11, 2025 - RSVP by March 1) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted fence height Planning Procedure Amendment Bylaw 1780.17

THAT Comox Planning Procedure Bylaw Amendment No. 1780.17 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave the 2025 marina fees and regulations bylaw (2010.02) three readings

THAT the Comox Municipal Marina Fees and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 2010.02 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council agreed to work with the CVRD on its draft amenity cost contribution program

THAT the February 3, 2025, correspondence from Melanie McCollum, Chair of the Comox Valley Recreation Commission, be received; AND FURTHER, THAT Council support collaboration and defer to Administration to determine the appropriate level of collaboration.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council closed the meeting to the public for a labour relations matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 pursuant to the following sub-sections of section 90 of the Community Charter: (1)(c) labour relations or other employee relations

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted fence height zoning changes (Bylaw 1850.51)

THAT Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.51 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the report on the Comox Park Ambassador Program

1. THAT the February 19, 2025, report from the Recreation Director, titled “Comox Park Ambassador Program”, be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council removed the Park Ambassador Program from the 2025 special projects budget

2. THAT the Comox Park Ambassador Program be removed from the 2025 Special Projects budget.

Opposed: Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted the OCP amendment for 2077 Hector Road and 941 Aspen Road (Bylaw 1685.11)

1. THAT Comox Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 1685.11 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted the rezoning for 2077 Hector Road and 941 Aspen Road (Bylaw 1850.46)

2. THAT Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1850.46 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted the Aspen-Hector phased development agreement bylaw

3. THAT Comox Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw 2024: Aspen – Hector be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted Subdivision and Development Servicing Amendment Bylaw 1261.18

4. THAT Comox Subdivision and Development Servicing Amendment Bylaw 1261.18 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council issued Development Permit DP 23-4 for Phase 1 of 941 Aspen Road, conditions eased

5. THAT Development Permit DP 23-4 be approved and issued for the Phase 1 of proposed development (Aspen-West), subject to the amended Development Permit Conditions, as follows: Delete conditions 1(a) and (b), to not require any revisions to the street elevation of Building East and to not require the removal of the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.01 three readings

THAT Comox Reserve Funds Amendment Bylaw No. 2025.01 be given First, Second and Third readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council moved to allow short-term rentals in most residential zones with a $300 licence

THAT Council direct Administration to prepare an amendment to Zoning Bylaw 1850 to permit short-term rentals in residential zones, excluding multi-family medium and higher-density zones; AND FURTHER, THAT Council direct Administration to prepare an amendment to Business Regulation Bylaw 1882 to include short-term...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council moved the Bolt and Anderton crosswalk project up from 2028 to 2025

1. THAT the Bolt & Anderton crosswalk project be moved from the 2028 Capital Project budget to 2025.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council cut the Marina Park to Ellis Street oceanfront walkway study from the budget

2. THAT the Feasibility Study for the Marina Park to Ellis Street Ocean Front Walkway be removed from the Budget.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council asked for a special projects list from all departments

3. THAT a Special Projects list be provided for all departments.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council asked staff to explore options for disposing of the McLaughlin car

4. THAT Administration explore options on the disposal of the McLaughlin car.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved the 2025 operating, capital and special projects budget as amended

5. THAT the 2025 Operating, Capital, and Special Projects Budget, as outlined in Appendix A of the February 10, 2025, report titled 2025 Operating, Capital, and Special Projects Budget, as Amended be Approved.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the February 5, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the January 15 regular council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on January 15, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the January 22 Strategic Planning Committee minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the February 5 consent agenda correspondence

THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received: 1. Landon Kimmel: Letter of Support request for Ski Bus 2. Gary Airton & Teresa Warnes: Tax Increases 3. Gail Jernberg & Mike Copp: Development of CVRD Housing Corporation 4. Daniel Greene: Appreciation for Solid Waste program 5. Wendy Johnson: Traffic on Glacier...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Anderton/Bolt pedestrian crossing letter off the consent agenda

THAT Item 9. (Kari Pratt: Anderton/Bolt Pedestrian Crossing and No Passing on Anderton Rd.) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Comox Pump Station retrofit letters off the consent agenda

THAT all correspondence related to the Comox Pump Station Retrofit (Items 10. to 19.) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Lions Club renter parking letter off the agenda for discussion

THAT Item 7. (Nancy Owen (Comox Valley Lions Club): Parking for Renters of the Lions Club) be removed from the agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Glacier View Drive traffic letter off the consent agenda

THAT Item 5. (Wendy Johnson: Traffic on Glacier View Drive at Comox Ave) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the Comox BIA's request for Town investment in economic development

THAT the January 15, 2025, presentation from the Comox BIA, requesting the Town of Comox's partnership and investment in economic development, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.03

THAT the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.03 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the Town's Accessibility Assessment and Action Plan

THAT the Accessibility Assessment and Action Plan specific to the Town of Comox, in alignment with the Comox Valley Local Governments Accessibility Framework, as detailed in the January 30, 2025 report from the Corporate Coordinator, titled “Town of Comox Accessibility Assessment and Action Plan”, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council allowed reserve funds to support affordable housing outside Comox

THAT the correspondence dated January 29, 2025, from the Mayor Bob Wells be received; and THAT the Comox Reserve Funds Bylaw No. 2025, 2023 be amended to allow affordable housing funding outside of the Town of Comox.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted the January 22 special council minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on January 22, 2025, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council received the Merville group's request to relocate the Shakesides structure

THAT the January 15, 2025, presentation from the Merville Community Association, requesting Council consider allowing the relocation of the Mack Laing Shakesides structure to their Merville site, be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted Dog Licence and Pound Amendment Bylaw No. 1322.02

THAT the Dog Licence and Pound Amendment Bylaw No. 1322.02 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted an Employee Standards of Conduct Policy

1. THAT Council Policy No. CCL-079, Employee Standards of Conduct Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council discontinued the Personal Use of Town Assets Policy

2. THAT Council Policy No. CCL-062, Personal Use of Town Assets Policy, be Discontinued.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council chose to renew the Downtown Comox Business Improvement Area on its own initiative

1. THAT Council proceed with the renewal of the Downtown Comox Business Improvement Area on its own initiative (in accordance with Section 213 of the Community Charter).

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Downtown Comox BIA Bylaw No. 2032 three readings

2. THAT Downtown Comox Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 2032 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council adopted Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.06

THAT the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No 2016.06 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved a federal Active Transportation Fund application for Guthrie Road

THAT Council formally authorizes Staff to proceed with an application for the Federal Active Transportation Fund to upgrade active transportation infrastructure for: a) Guthrie Road (Town Boundary to 1966 Guthrie), and THAT the Town secure $293,640 to cover costs for the Town’s portion of the project which are...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave fence height zoning changes (Bylaw 1850.51) three readings

1. THAT Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1850.51 be given First, Second, and Third Reading.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council gave Planning Procedure Amendment Bylaw 1780.17 three readings

2. THAT Comox Planning Procedure Amendment Bylaw 1780.17 be given First, Second, and Third Reading.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council approved a service contract with Mark Berge to produce 2025 Nautical Days

THAT the draft Service Contract with Mr. Mark Berge for the production of the 2025 Comox Nautical Days’ Festival, as attached to the January 31, 2025, report titled Festival Producer Service Agreement – 2025 Nautical Days’ Festival, be approved; and THAT the Mayor and Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d

Council received a finance report on the new speculation and vacancy tax declaration

THAT the January 31, 2025 report from the Director of Finance titled New speculation and property tax declaration be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item e

Council received an update on the regional sport field allocation policy and fees

THAT the January 30, 2025 report from the Director of Recreation titled Regional Sport Field Allocation Policy, Fees, and Booking Project Update be Received.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item f

Council closed the meeting to the public for a labour relations matter

THAT the Public be Excluded from the In-Camera session of Council on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 pursuant to the following sub-sections of section 90 of the Community Charter: (7)(c) labour relations or other employee relations.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item A

Council added the Merville group's Shakesides relocation delegation to the agenda

THAT the January 15, 2025, Regular Council Meeting Agenda be amended by adding Item c. (Craig Freeman (Merville Community Association): Shakesides Building on the Mack Liang Property) to section 3. Delegations.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Agenda

THAT the January 15, 2025, Regular Council Meeting agenda be Adopted as Amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Adoption of Minutes

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held in Council Chambers on December 4, 2024, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the December 11 Strategic Planning Committee minutes as amended

THAT the Minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, be Received as Amended.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council approved replacing the Community Centre infrared saunas for $86,000

THAT Council approve replacement of the Community Centre infrared saunas at a cost of $86,000 with the work to be completed as soon as feasible.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the January 15 consent agenda correspondence for information

1. THAT the Consent Agenda items as follows be received for information: 1. Michele Jones, Secretary/Treasurer (Comox Valley Citizens on Patrol): 30th AGM on January 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM. 2. Cathy Peters, Educator, Speaker, Advocate (Be Amazing Campiagn): Tariffs, UNDRIP, Drugs & Sex Trafficking. 3. Trish Mandewo,...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Guthrie/Anderton left-turn signal letter off the consent agenda

2. THAT Item 8. (Greg Murray: Advanced Left Traffic Signals Along Guthrie and Anderton) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the Balancing Act budget simulator letter off the consent agenda

3. THAT Item 11. (Brenda Cardinal: Balancing Act Budget Simulator) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the CVRD Elected Officials' Forum invitation off the consent agenda

4. THAT Item 6. (Will Cole-Hamilton, Chair (Comox Valley Regional District): Elected Officials’ Forum Invitation – Jan 23, 2025 (RSVP by Jan 18) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council pulled the AED at pickleball courts letter off the consent agenda

5. THAT Item 10. (Cynthia Shore: AED at Pickleball Courts) be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council received the CVRD presentation on homelessness supports and regional transit

1. THAT the December 4, 2025, presentation from the Comox Valley Regional District regarding Homeless and Affordable Housing supports and Regional Transportation and the Alternative Approval Process for the proposed bylaw changes be received for information.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Add "or explore alternative governance models" to the shelter service review (defeated)

THAT the motion be amended to add the text "or explore alternative governance models" after the word "withdraw".

Opposed: Steve Blacklock, Ken Grant, Chris Haslett, Maureen Swift · moved , seconded · item a

Council began a review to withdraw from the CVRD shelter and supportive housing service

3. THAT, given the changes in scope of Service 450 (Emergency Shelter and Supportive Housing Land Acquisition), Comox initiate a service review with the intention to withdraw from the service.

Opposed: Nicole Minions, Jonathan Kerr, Jenn Meilleur · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted downtown parking zoning amendments (Bylaw 1850.49)

THAT Comox Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1850.49 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council gave 2147 Downey Avenue rezoning (Bylaw 1850.50) three readings

1. THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1850.50, 2024 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted 2147 Downey Avenue rezoning (Bylaw 1850.50)

2. THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw 1850.50, 2024 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council sent a letter supporting the Loaves and Fishes food recovery centre

THAT the December 10, 2024, letter from the Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank Society be received and the request for a letter of support be granted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item a

Council adopted building permit fee changes (Building Amendment Bylaw 1472.15)

THAT Comox Building Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1472.15 be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted an Information Technology Acceptable Use Policy

1. THAT Council Policy No. CCL-077.0, Information Technology Acceptable Use Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council adopted a Mobile Device Policy

2. THAT Council Policy No. CCL-078.0, Mobile Device Policy, be Adopted.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council extended the Ukrainian Cultural Society's subsidized facility use to end of 2025

THAT the December 12, 2024, correspondence from Janette Martin-Lutzer of the Comox Valley Ukrainian Cultural Society requesting their subsidized use of the Sail Buildings and Community Centre, be received and the request granted to the end of 2025.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item b

Council approved a 2025 kennel services contract with The Unleashed Dog Boutique

1. THAT the agreement for the provision of kennel services between the Town of Comox and 1485272 BC LTD DBA The Unleashed Dog Boutique, for the one-year period between January 1 and December 31, 2025, be approved; and THAT the Mayor and the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the agreement.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Dog Licence and Pound Amendment Bylaw 1322.02 three readings

2. THAT the Dog Licence and Pound Amendment Bylaw No. 1322.02 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw 2016.06 three readings

3. THAT the Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2016.06 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council gave Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw 2004.03 three readings

4. THAT the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 2004.03 be given First, Second and Third Readings.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council approved the Battle of the Atlantic memorial service and Aurora fly-past

THAT the January 2, 2025, letter from Steve Cowan of the Royal Canadian Naval Association, requesting permission to hold the annual memorial service to commemorate the Battle of the Atlantic at the Naval Memorial Cairn in Marina Park on Sunday May 4, 2025, be received and permission granted; and, THAT Council approve...

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item c

Council asked for cost estimates on Pearl Ellis Gallery entryway improvements

THAT the December 30, 2024, correspondence from Susan Sarada, Vice President (Pearl Ellis Gallery) requesting assistance from the Town of Comox for improvements to the gallery's entryway and foyer, be received, and THAT cost estimates for the requested improvements be obtained.

Unanimous among members present · moved , seconded · item d