Proclamation “Starfish Backpack Month’ November 2020
Council proclaimed November 2020 as “Starfish Backpack Month”.
Budget Primer Overview
Jim Bauer, Chief Financial Officer, General Manager, Finance and Administration, provided Council with the highlights of the 2021 budget and public engagement opportunities.
Consent Agenda
Re: Release of Items from Closed Meeting
Council appointed Sophie Phillion and Maryssa Bonneau to the Penticton and Ellis Creek Restoration Select Committee.
Safety and Security Advisory Committee Recommendations from October 19, 2020
Council directed staff to explore the following public washroom initiatives:
- Replace porcelain fixtures with steel as replacement is necessary;
- Continue the fortification with gates and puck locks;
- Investigate Portland Loo style for any new washrooms installed or replacement washrooms;
- Support a pilot for private investment to take over a washroom with commercial component;
- Support a pilot with P.E.O.P.L.E. not –for-profit (persons with lived experience) to assist in washroom security;
- Gates on breezeways in evening; and
- Discussions with other communities on further ideas.
Council also directed staff to prepare an expression of interest, in consultation with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, for the operation of a concession and public washroom at Okanagan Lake Park.
Snow and Ice Control Policy CP#2020-05
Council after full consideration, including budgetary restrictions, approved the revised Snow and Ice Control Policy CP#2020-05 as attached to the November 3, 2020 report titled “Snow and Ice Control Policy CP#2020-05”.
Clean BC Funding (Electric Vehicle Stations)
Council supported the application to the Clean BC Community Fund (CCF) for funding assistance for the purchase and installation of four Direct Current Fast Charger electric vehicle charging stations to be installed at the SS Sicamous, City Hall, and Skaha Lake Park.
Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-47
Re: Electric Vehicle Charging Rates
Council gave first three readings and adopted “Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-47” as contained in Attachment “B” to create a fee of $2.00 per hour for Level II electric vehicle charging in Appendix 7 Electrical.
Proposed location for the Lake-to-Lake All Ages and Abilities Bicycle Route
Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-48
Council gave first reading to “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-48”, a bylaw to amend the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2019-08 by replacing Map 2: Transportation Network with an updated version that includes the location of the Lake-to-Lake AAA Bicycle Route including Section 1 – South Main Street, Section 2 – Atkinson Street, Section 3 – Fairview Road and Section 4 – Martin Street.
Council also forwarded “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-48” to the November 16, 2020 Public Hearing at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre at 7:30 p.m.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-45
Development Permit PL2020-8826
Re: 452 Lakeshore Drive West
Council gave first reading to “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-45”, located at 452 Lakeshore Drive West, a bylaw to rezone the subject property from R2 (Small Lot Residential) to RM2 (Low Density Multiple Housing) with the following site-specific provision: A maximum of four (4) dwelling units are permitted.
“Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-45” was forwarded to the November 16, 2020 Public Hearing at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre at 7:00 p.m.
Council will also consider a Development Permit PL2020-8826 to allow the construction of a 4-unit multifamily development with a minor variance to allow a balcony, porch, deck, platform or veranda to project up to 1.524m into a required side yard setback, subject to adoption of the Zoning Amendment Bylaw.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-46
Development Variance Permit PL2020, 8782
Re: 665 Westminster Avenue East
Council gave first reading to “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-46”, a bylaw to rezone a portion of Lot C, located at 665 Westminster Avenue East, as shown in Figure 1, from R1 (Large Lot Residential) to RM1 (Bareland Strata Housing) with the following site-specific provisions:
- Notwithstanding Section 10.7.1.4, duplexes are not permitted.
- Notwithstanding Section 10.7.1.7, townhouses are not permitted.
Council directed staff to prepare a Land Exchange Agreement for the proposed road dedications along Oliver Place and Westminster Avenue East (as shown in Figure 3), and, in accordance with Section 507 of the Local Government Act, require the following excess and extended services:
- Full construction of road, curb, gutter and sidewalk across the full width of Oliver Place along the frontage of 665 Westminster Avenue East, to create a more complete section of infrastructure.
Council will also consider Development Variance Permit PL2020-8782 to reduce the minimum road vertical curve on Oliver Place from a K-value of 6 to 4, subject to adoption of the Zoning Amendment Bylaw.
“Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-46” was forwarded to the November 16, 2020 Public Hearing at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre at 6:30 p.m.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-42
Re: 500, 490 and 470 Edmonton Avenue
Council gave first reading to “Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2020-42”, a bylaw that adds the use “day care centre, major” as a site specific use in the P2 (Parks and Recreation) zone, located at 470, 490 and 500 Edmonton Avenue, and forwarded the Bylaw to the first Public Hearing in January 2021.
Council also forwarded the Zoning Amendment Bylaw to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee and City Departments, as per the Parkland Protection and Use Policy for comment prior to the Public Hearing and directed staff to begin a public engagement process in accordance with the Parkland Protection and Use Policy.
Free Transit on Saturdays in December
Council approved providing free transit service for four Saturdays in December, including December 5, 12, 19 and the 26, 2020.
Review and Update of Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2007-79
Council instructed staff to commence a review and update to Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2007- 79 in accordance with the BC Ministry of Community Services Third Edition of the Development Cost Charge Best Practice Guide.
Structural Flood Mitigation Grant for Penticton Creek Reach 12B/13A
Council supported the application for grant funding of $750,000 from UBCM for Structural Flood Mitigation within Reach 12B and 13A of Penticton Creek with the remaining $850,000 of project cost to be funded as part of the 2022 budget process.
Council Meeting Schedule for 2021
Council selected the following dates for the 2021 Regular Meetings of Council: January 19, February 2, 16 March 2, 16, April 20, May 4, 18, June 1, 15, July 20, August 17, September 7, 21, October 5, 19, November 2, 16 and December 7.
License to Use Agreement for Peach City Indoor Pickleball Club
Re: 199 Ellis Street
Council approved a short term, month-to-month License to Use agreement to Peach City Indoor Pickleball Club for the purpose of operating an indoor pickleball club at a monthly rate of $3,500.00 + GST per month including utilities.
November 3, 2020 Financial Update
Council received into record the report dated November 3, 2020 titled “Third Quarter Corporate Business Plan Update”.
Third Quarter Corporate Business Plan Update
Council received into record the report dated November 3, 2020 titled “Third Quarter Corporate Business Plan Update”, outlining completed and ongoing priorities and key issues.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-41
Re: 375 Smythe Drive
Council approved that instead of the developer paying an amount equal to 15% of the upgrade costs based on the final intersection design of Smythe Drive and Lakeside Road determined through the Transportation Masterplan prior to the adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-41, the developer contribute a cash contribution of $150,000 for traffic calming for the Smythe Drive and Lakeside Road area.
Council also provided second and third reading to “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2020-41”.
Business Arising
Re: Lakeside Road Traffic
Council directed staff to look into traffic calming measures along Lakeside Road immediately.
These highlights are intended to provide a brief summary of recent Council proceedings. The summary is not inclusive of all agenda items. For a detailed account of the full agenda, including staff reports, other supporting documents and official meeting minutes, please consult the City’s website (www.penticton.ca/council) or call the City’s Corporate Administration Department at 250-490-2400.