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Valley Community Art Council Fee for Service Agreement", "title": "Comox Valley Community Art Council Fee for Service Agreement", "motion": "THAT Council authorize the Director of Recreation, Culture and Community Services to execute the Fee For Service Agreement (Attachment 1), funded by gaming revenue starting in 2027; and THAT Council authorize the Director of Recreation, Culture and Community Services to review and update Schedule A of the Fee for Service Agreement annually, ensuring alignment with the Strategic Cultural Plan, with all other amendments to the Fee for Service Agreement requiring Council approval; and THAT Council approve the establishment of an annual Incubator Grant Program, funded by gaming revenue in the amount of $5,000 per year, and that the associated funding be incorporated into the annual operating budget beginning in 2027; AND THAT Council authorize the Director of Recreation, Culture and Community Services to develop and execute the agreements to 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December 31, 20264", "title": "Council appointed MNP LLP as 2026 auditors and approved the 2026 audit service plan", "motion": "THAT Council appoint MNP LLP as the City’s auditors for 2026; AND THAT Council approve the 2026 Audit Service Plan as presented for the year ending December 31, 2026.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "melanie-mccollum", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "taxes-budget", "governance" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-09-09-6.1", "meetingId": "9bc5cf19-1bf9-42d5-a62f-12d4a6710aae", "item": "6.1", "itemTitle": "Letter from Mayor Patrick Johnstone, City of New Westminster – Provincial", "title": "Council endorsed New Westminster's UBCM call to fund infrastructure for housing targets", "motion": "WHEREAS the Province of BC has passed legislation that mandates housing and density targets, that places significant pressures on municipalities’ infrastructure and amenity needs; WHEREAS the City of Courtenay has provided the majority of new housing units in the Comox Valley over several years, and is on track to meet mandated housing targets, but requires significant new infrastructure and upgrades at great expense to accommodate future growth; WHEREAS the City of New Westminster has submitted a resolution to the Union of BC Municipalities calling on the BC government to provide the necessary funding for infrastructure and amenities to achieve housing targets; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Courtenay endorse the resolution submitted to UBCM by the City of New Westminster; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Province of British Columbia including the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, the Premier, and the MLA for Courtenay, advocating that any provincial legislation requiring housing targets or density be directly tied to infrastructure and amenities funding.", "movedBy": "wendy-morin", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "housing", "development" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-09-09-6.2", "meetingId": "9bc5cf19-1bf9-42d5-a62f-12d4a6710aae", "item": "6.2", "itemTitle": "Citizens on Patrol – Funding Request for Community Patrol Operations (COPS),", "title": "Council asked staff for options on a multi-year funding agreement with Citizens on Patrol", "motion": "THAT Council direct staff to report back on options for a multi-year fee for service agreement with Comox Valley Citizens on Patrol Society (COPS), to be funded by gaming.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "public-safety" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-09-09-9.1.1", "meetingId": "9bc5cf19-1bf9-42d5-a62f-12d4a6710aae", "item": "9.1.1", "itemTitle": "Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3230 (3095 Lake Trail Road)", "title": "Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3230 (3095 Lake Trail Road)", "motion": "THAT Council give third reading to “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3230 (3095 Lake Trail Road)”.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-09-09-9.1.1-2", "meetingId": "9bc5cf19-1bf9-42d5-a62f-12d4a6710aae", "item": "9.1.1", "itemTitle": "Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3230 (3095 Lake Trail Road)", "title": "Council gave Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 3246 (3095 Lake Trail Road) three readings", "motion": "THAT Council give first, second and third readings to “Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 3246 (3095 Lake Trail Road)”.", "movedBy": "wendy-morin", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "housing" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-09-09-9.2.1", "meetingId": "9bc5cf19-1bf9-42d5-a62f-12d4a6710aae", "item": "9.2.1", "itemTitle": "City of Courtenay Municipal and Regional District Tax Levy Repeal Bylaw", "title": "City of Courtenay Municipal and Regional District Tax Levy Repeal Bylaw", "motion": "THAT Council adopt “City of Courtenay Municipal and Regional District Tax Levy Repeal Bylaw No. 3247, 2026”.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-09-09-11", "meetingId": "9bc5cf19-1bf9-42d5-a62f-12d4a6710aae", "item": "11", "itemTitle": "IN CAMERA RESOLUTION", "title": "IN CAMERA RESOLUTION", "motion": "THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to the following subsections of the Community Charter: 90 (1) A part of a council meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (c) labour relations or other employee relations; and (i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.", "movedBy": "melanie-mccollum", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-08-19-special-3", "meetingId": "e45d3b65-f42a-4699-b332-977a3e40a787", "item": "3", "itemTitle": "IN CAMERA RESOLUTION", "title": "IN CAMERA RESOLUTION", "motion": "THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to the following subsection of the Community Charter: 90 (1) A part of a council meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (a) personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality.", "movedBy": "melanie-mccollum", "secondedBy": "doug-hillian", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "melanie-mccollum": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-3.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "3.1", "itemTitle": "Queer Centre Comox Valley – Request for Funding in Support of the 2026", "title": "Council added a Queer Centre Comox Valley delegation to the agenda", "motion": "THAT Council add a third delegation, as Item \"5.3 Queer Centre Comox Valley\" to the agenda and reorder the agenda accordingly.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "governance" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-3.2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "3.2", "itemTitle": "Late Notice of Motion – K'ómoks First Nation Treaty Support – Councillor", "title": "Council added Councillor Hillian's late K'ómoks Treaty support motion to the agenda", "motion": "THAT Council add Item \"10.2 Late Notice of Motion - K'ómoks First Nation Treaty Support - Councillor Hillian\" to the agenda and reorder the agenda accordingly.", "movedBy": "doug-hillian", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "governance" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-4.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "4.1", "itemTitle": "Regular Council Minutes – July 8, 2026", "title": "Regular Council Minutes – July 8, 2026", "motion": "THAT Council adopt the July 8, 2026 Regular Council minutes.", "movedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-5.3", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "5.3", "itemTitle": "Queer Centre Comox Valley – Request for Funding in Support of the 2026", "title": "Council suspended the rules to consider the Queer Centre's Pride funding request", "motion": "THAT Council suspend the rules to consider a motion regarding the Queer Centre Comox Valley's request for funding in support of the 2026 Comox Valley Pride Parade and Trans Day of Visibility.", "movedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "governance" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-5.3-2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "5.3", "itemTitle": "Queer Centre Comox Valley – Request for Funding in Support of the 2026", "title": "Council granted $5,000 to Queer Centre Comox Valley for 2026 Pride and Trans Day events", "motion": "THAT Council approve a grant in the amount of $5,000.00 to the Queer Centre Comox Valley to support a portion of the costs associated with the 2026 Pride Parade and 2026 Trans Day of Visibility events, including but not limited to event safety, accessibility, venue, production, and programming expenses, with funding to be allocated from the Gaming Funds – Council Initiatives budget.", "movedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "other" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-6.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "6.1", "itemTitle": "Comox Valley RCMP – Community Policing Priorities", "title": "Comox Valley RCMP – Community Policing Priorities", "motion": "THAT Council identify the following top five areas of concern regarding police services in the City of Courtenay for 2026/27:  Road Safety;  Crime Reduction - Prolific Offenders;  Police Visibility and Community Engagement;  Mental Health and Community Wellness; and  Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "doug-hillian", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-7.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "7.1", "itemTitle": "Al Vucic – Idiens Way Traffic Calming", "title": "Council ordered short-term speeding measures on Idiens Way and a traffic calming review", "motion": "THAT Council direct staff to immediately implement short-term operational safety measures on Idiens Way—such as temporary speed reader boards, enhanced enforcement requests, or rapid rectangular flashing beacons (RRFBs) at the Crown Isle South Trail crosswalk—to mitigate speeding risks; AND THAT Council direct staff to reassess the Idiens Way Traffic Calming application, taking into account the concerns raised by Mr. Vucic, and report back to Council.", "movedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "transit-roads", "public-safety" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-7.2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "7.2", "itemTitle": "Letter from Honourable Minister Christine Boyle, Housing and Municipal", "title": "Council received the housing minister's letter on its six-month housing targets report", "motion": "THAT Council receive the letter dated July 14, 2026, from the Honourable Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, regarding the response to the Six-Month Housing Targets Progress Report.", "movedBy": "doug-hillian", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "housing" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.1.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.1.1", "itemTitle": "2023-2026 Strategic Priorities Update – July 2026", "title": "2023-2026 Strategic Priorities Update – July 2026", "motion": "THAT Council receive the update on progress towards the 2023–2026 Strategic Priorities for the City of Courtenay, update the strategic priorities to reflect the adjusted timelines outlined in attachment 1, and direct staff to report back on Strategic Priorities in September 2026.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.1.2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.1.2", "itemTitle": "Temporary Winter Shelter Season Review", "title": "Temporary Winter Shelter Season Review", "motion": "THAT Council receive the “Temporary Winter Shelter Season Review” staff report and direct staff to renew the Licence to Occupy to allow 24/7 use of the space for sheltering services with Lookout Health and Housing Society for the 2026/2027 Winter Sheltering season; and THAT Council Authorize the City Manager to execute the License to Occupy and any ancillary service agreements necessary; AND THAT, recognizing the positive impact that additional supports for guests and the community had in the 2025/2026 winter season, the City approve funding to renew the Community Integration Table, Peer Program, and Shelter Outreach programs for the 2026/2027 season and directs staff to request financial contributions from the CVRD’s HSS and the Town of Comox for these programs.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "doug-hillian", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.2.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.2.1", "itemTitle": "Liquor Licence Application No. 2602 – Good Neighbour Agreement – 244", "title": "Council paused the 244 4th Street liquor licence item until after the recess", "motion": "THAT Council temporarily suspend consideration of Item 8.2.1, “Liquor Licence Application No. 2602 – Good Neighbour Agreement – 244 4th Street,” and resume consideration following the recess.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "doug-hillian", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "governance" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.2.1-2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.2.1", "itemTitle": "Liquor Licence Application No. 2602 – Good Neighbour Agreement – 244", "title": "Support Gladstone's liquor-hours change if a Good Neighbour Agreement is signed (defeated)", "motion": "THAT Council recommend support to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch for the application from Gladstone Brewing Co., located at 244 4th Street (LOT A, PLAN EPP111555, SECTION 61, COMOX LAND DISTRICT) for a change to hours of liquor service, subject to the completion of a Good Neighbour Agreement.", "movedBy": "doug-hillian", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "defeated", "voteType": "opposed-named", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "against", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "against", "wendy-morin": "against" }, "tags": [ "business-licensing" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.2.1-3", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.2.1", "itemTitle": "Liquor Licence Application No. 2602 – Good Neighbour Agreement – 244", "title": "Council opposed Gladstone's liquor-hours change; no Good Neighbour Agreement was signed", "motion": "THAT Council not recommend support to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch for the application from Gladstone Brewing Co., located at 244 4th Street (LOT A, PLAN EPP111555, SECTION 61, COMOX LAND DISTRICT) for a change to hours of liquor service due to the applicant not signing a Good Neighbour Agreement.", "movedBy": "evan-jolicoeur", "secondedBy": "doug-hillian", "result": "carried", "voteType": "opposed-named", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "against", "doug-hillian": "against", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "business-licensing" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.3.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.3.1", "itemTitle": "Permissive Tax Exemption Policy Update", "title": "Council deferred the permissive tax exemption policy to early 2027 for the new council", "motion": "THAT Council defer consideration of the Permissive Property Tax Exemption Policy 1960.00.01 until early 2027 when the new Council is in place and able to establish its priorities.", "movedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "opposed-named", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "against", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "taxes-budget" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.4.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.4.1", "itemTitle": "Courtenay Recreation Membership and Admission Fees for 2027", "title": "Courtenay Recreation Membership and Admission Fees for 2027", "motion": "THAT Council approve the implementation of revised age categories and a benefits-based fee structure for Courtenay Recreation admission, membership, and punch card fees effective January 1, 2027 as outlined in the report “Courtenay Recreation Membership and Admission Fees for 2027”; and THAT Council direct staff to implement the proposed changes to Courtenay Recreation admission, membership, and punch card fees as outlined in “Attachment 3: Current and Proposed Courtenay Recreation Admission, Membership and Punch Card Fees,” effective January 1, 2027; AND THAT Council direct staff to increase adult admission, membership and punch card fees annually by two percent rounded up to the nearest $0.05 including tax and adjust Youth / Young Adult and Senior fees accordingly using the benefits-based model.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "doug-hillian", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-8.4.1-2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "8.4.1", "itemTitle": "Courtenay Recreation Membership and Admission Fees for 2027", "title": "Courtenay Recreation Membership and Admission Fees for 2027", "motion": "THAT Council direct staff to review the Recreation Access Program to ensure the financial assistance program is consistent with best practices, that the age categories are in alignment and that scholarship allotments align with the benefits-based approach.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-9.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "9.1", "itemTitle": "Strategic Transportation Plan – Phase Update", "title": "Strategic Transportation Plan – Phase Update", "motion": "THAT Council receive the “Strategic Transportation Plan – Phase Update” briefing note.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-10.2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "10.2", "itemTitle": "Late Notice of Motion – K'ómoks First Nation Treaty Support – Councillor", "title": "Council waived notice rules to consider the K'ómoks Treaty support motion right away", "motion": "THAT Council waive strict compliance with Section 35.1 of “Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2730, 2013” to permit immediate consideration of the motion, in accordance with Section 35.1(5) of the bylaw.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "governance" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-10.2-2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "10.2", "itemTitle": "Late Notice of Motion – K'ómoks First Nation Treaty Support – Councillor", "title": "Council sent a letter supporting the K'ómoks Treaty and urging swift federal approval", "motion": "THAT the City of Courtenay write a letter to The Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, affirming our support for the K’ómoks Treaty, its importance in advancing collaborative work on local infrastructure and economic development, and urging that all measures be taken to ensure a smooth and expeditious path to federal approval.", "movedBy": "doug-hillian", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "other" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.1.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.1.1", "itemTitle": "Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3233 (2620 Sheraton", "title": "Council declined to proceed with OCP and zoning amendments for 2620 Sheraton Road", "motion": "THAT Council not proceed with “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3233 (2620 Sheraton Road)” and “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3237 (2620 Sheraton Road)”.", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "development" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.1.1-2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.1.1", "itemTitle": "Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3233 (2620 Sheraton", "title": "Council asked staff to explore park dedication for 2620 Sheraton Road with the proponent", "motion": "THAT Council direct staff to work with the proponent to explore park dedication for 2620 Sheraton Rd.", "movedBy": "evan-jolicoeur", "secondedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "parks-environment", "development" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.2.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.2.1", "itemTitle": "Temporary Borrowing Bylaws No. 3238 (Braidwood Road – Storm &", "title": "Council gave Temporary Borrowing Bylaw 3238 (Braidwood Road storm and road) three readings", "motion": "THAT Council give first, second and third readings to Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 3238, 2026 (Braidwood Road - Storm & Road).", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "doug-hillian", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "taxes-budget", "transit-roads" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.2.1-2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.2.1", "itemTitle": "Temporary Borrowing Bylaws No. 3238 (Braidwood Road – Storm &", "title": "Council gave Temporary Borrowing Bylaw 3239 (Ryan Road sidewalk) three readings", "motion": "THAT Council give first, second and third readings to Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 3239, 2026 (Ryan Road Sidewalk Sandwick to Braidwood).", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "taxes-budget", "transit-roads" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.2.1-3", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.2.1", "itemTitle": "Temporary Borrowing Bylaws No. 3238 (Braidwood Road – Storm &", "title": "Council gave Temporary Borrowing Bylaw 3240 (Eastside Firehall) three readings", "motion": "THAT Council give first, second and third readings to Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 3240, 2026 (Eastside Firehall).", "movedBy": "david-frisch", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "taxes-budget", "public-safety" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.3.1", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.3.1", "itemTitle": "Cemetery Bylaw No. 320512", "title": "Council adopted Cemetery Bylaw No. 3205", "motion": "THAT Council adopt “Cemetery Bylaw No. 3205”.", "movedBy": "doug-hillian", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "other" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.3.2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.3.2", "itemTitle": "Business Licence Bylaw No. 3212, 2026", "title": "Council extended the meeting to 10:00 p.m.", "motion": "THAT Council extend the meeting to 10:00 p.m.", "movedBy": "doug-hillian", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [ "governance" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-11.3.2-2", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "11.3.2", "itemTitle": "Business Licence Bylaw No. 3212, 2026", "title": "Council adopted Business Licence Bylaw No. 3212, 2026", "motion": "THAT Council adopt \"Business Licence Bylaw No. 3212, 2026\".", "movedBy": "will-cole-hamilton", "secondedBy": "david-frisch", "result": "carried", "voteType": "opposed-named", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "against", "wendy-morin": "against" }, "tags": [ "business-licensing" ], "unresolved": false }, { "id": "2026-07-29-13", "meetingId": "c7183de6-fe31-4776-a37f-a3adab1c2538", "item": "13", "itemTitle": "IN CAMERA RESOLUTION", "title": "IN CAMERA RESOLUTION", "motion": "THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to the following subsections of the Community Charter: 90 (1) A part of a council meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (e) the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality; (i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; (2) A part of a council meeting must be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to one or more of the following: (b) the consideration of information received and held in confidence relating to negotiations (iii) between the municipality and a first nation or a prescribed Indigenous entity, or between a first nation or a prescribed Indigenous entity and a third party", "movedBy": "doug-hillian", "secondedBy": "wendy-morin", "result": "carried", "voteType": "unanimous", "tally": null, "votes": { "bob-wells": "for", "will-cole-hamilton": "for", "david-frisch": "for", "doug-hillian": "for", "evan-jolicoeur": "for", "wendy-morin": "for" }, "tags": [], "unresolved": false } ] }