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2. Introduction of Late Items AGENDA Regular Council Meeting 6:00 PM, June 24, 2015 446 Main Street, PO Box 219 Sicamous, B.C. V0E 2V0 Ph: 250-836-2477 Fax:250-836-4314 www.sicamous.ca Item Description Page 1. Call to Order: 2. Introduction of Late Items: 3. Approval of Agenda: (a) Approval of Agenda Recommendation: THAT the Regular Council Meeting Agenda for June 24, 2015, be approved as circulated. 4. Presentation: 3 - 59 (a) Presentation of the 2014 Annual Corporate Report 5. Adoption of Minutes: 60 (a) Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on June 10, 2015 Recommendation: THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on June 10, 2015, be adopted as read on this day and that such Minutes as read, set out all the business before Council that day and fully and properly records all of the resolutions and bylaws passed and adopted by Council at that meeting. 6. Public and Statutory Hearings: 7. Delegations and Petitions: 8. Report of the Chief Administrative Officer: 9. Unfinished Business: 65 (a) Sewer Extension Request for property located at 922 Rauma Crescent 66 - 68 (b) Kappel Street boat launch extension Recommendation A: THAT Council give Staff direction to proceed with the proposed Kappel Street boat launch extension as discussed and agreed to in the 2015 Financial Plan. Recommendation B: THAT Council defer the Kappel Street boat launch extension and include the project in the 2016 Budget deliberations. 10. Correspondence: 69 - 70 (a) Invitation from Lynda Wilson 71 (b) Liquor Control Licensing Branch 72 - 73 (c) BC Schizophrenia Society June 24, 2015 Regular Council Meeting 74 (d) Encorp - 2014 Annual Report 75 - 76 (e) Ministry of Internal Trade - Formal complaint process for public procurements 77 - 78 (f) Invitation to Resource Breakfast Series 79 - 80 (g) Letter from Richard Chmilar 81 (h) Letter from Amy Boutwell 11. Reports of Committees and COTW: 12. Resolutions: (a) Councillor request for approval of travel expenditures Recommendation: THAT Council authorize Councillor Makayev travel expenditures for June 18, 2015 to UBC Okanagan in Kelowna regarding initial steps to becoming a dementia friendly community, pursuant to District Travel Policy. 13. Bylaws: 14. New Business: 82 - 89 (a) Use of District owned property by a Mobile Vendor Recommendation: THAT Council support Staff recommendation to approve the mobile vendor use of District owned property located at the parking lot opposite the Houseboat Kiosk on the Trans-Canada Highway. Recommendation: THAT Council support Staff recommendation to deny the mobile vendor use of District owned property located at the Beach Park between the train and the Highway bridge. 15. Councillors Reports: 16. Mayor’s Report: 17. Question Period: (a) This is an opportunity for the gallery to ask questions regarding matters discussed during the current meeting. 18. In-Camera: (a) Move In-Camera Recommendation: THAT pursuant to Section 90(1)(a)(e) of the Community Charter, Council move In-Camera. 19. Adjournment: 90 - 91 (a) Appendix - Council Strategic Priorities Chart 2015 District of Sicamous 2014 Annual Corporate Report 446 Main Street, PO Box 219 Sicamous, B.C. V0E 2V0 P: 250-836-2477 F: 250-836-4314 www.sicamous.ca The District of Sicamous Annual Corporate Report for the year ended December 31st, 2014 Gateway to the Shuswap TM and Houseboat Capital of Canada TM Sicamous & Area Facts Sicamous Located approximately halfway between Calgary and Vancouver on the Trans Canada Highway, the District of Sicamous is nestled on the Sicamous Channel between Mara and Shuswap Lakes. Sicamous is at the confluence of the Shuswap River and the Eagle River watersheds respectively. These waters go into Shuswap Lake which then through the South Thompson River, the Fraser River eventually drains into the Salish Sea and then the Pacific Ocean at Vancouver/Richmond, BC. All of these features combine to give Sicamous a spectacular natural setting and enables Sicamous to provide an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. Sitting at an elevation of 350.25 metres, Sicamous is 1,645 hectares in area with a year round population of approximately 2,913 (2011 BC Stats). During the summer months, the population can exceed 8,000 with the return of seasonal residents. The major income sources are tourism, farming and logging. DID YOU KNOW? The District of Sicamous was incorporated on December 4th, 1989. Prior to arrival of western settlers and construction of the railway, the area was inhabited by semi nomadic Natives, the “Secwepemc” (Anglicization of this Aboriginal word is "Shuswap"). The Splatsin are part of the Shuswap Nation. Today the scenic beauty of the surrounding mountains and crystal lakes are a four season attraction for both residents and visitors. The name Sicamous derives from the Shuswap Indian term meaning “narrow” or “squeezed in the middle”. This is a good description of this area where the growing delta of the Eagle River has progressively narrowed what once was another arm of Shuswap Lake and has now formed Mara Lake and the Channel (which connects it to Shuswap Lake) Sicamous Channel is the only inland port in BC that does not freeze during the winter. Sicamous is the Houseboat Capital of Canada with more than 200 rental houseboats. Sicamous is within an hour and a half from three world class downhill ski hills, Mt. Revelstoke (Revelstoke), Silver Star (Vernon) and Sun Peaks (Kamloops) and the Larch Hills Nordic Ski Hills (Salmon Arm). Sicamous and area also offers some of the finest snowmobiling in North America on Queest, Owl Head Mountains, Eagle Pass and Blue Lake. 2 2014 Annual Corporate Report Sicamous – A Visitor Destination Sicamous is the “Houseboat Capital of Canada” where you can snowmobile, golf and houseboat all in the same weekend in May! In the spring, summer and fall, enjoy the relaxation of boating and fishing in our warm, pristine lakes and take in the many amenities offered at Finlayson Park and the Beach Park. Hike our many walking and hiking trails, leading to waterfalls cascading over large boulders and experience the sounds of nature while strolling through our forests. In the winter, Sicamous offers superb snowmobiling. Groomed trails on four local mountains feature sledding for everyone, from the novice to the extreme rider. The deep powder snow extends the sledding season well into the spring. Amenities: Visit the Beach Park – children’s playground, swimming, sunbathing, beach volleyball and water splash park and don’t forget the spectacular Canada Day and August long weekend Fireworks Display! Two small quiet beaches are located at the Two Mile Subdivision on Tecumseh and Cartier Roads. Dogs are welcome at Paws in Motion leash-free dog park for a run along the Eagle River or launch your canoe from here. Jump on your bicycle and tour around town on the expanded cycling/walking areas alongside many connector streets. Visit the Museum, Library, and Visitor Centre at the Municipal Hall on Main Street. Visit Finlayson Park – fitness trail and exercise equipment; children’s playground; skateboard park … view the caboose or play a game of ball on one of the three top notch pitches. Take a peaceful stroll through the Nature Park at the end of Silver Sands Road. Hike up the Lizard Trail off Two Mile Road or up Owlhead. After a day on the lake, moor your boat at the Main Street Landing for a few hours of browsing in our local shops and enjoy a terrific meal or treat in a local restaurant or coffee house. Or enjoy the view of the channel from the Main Street Landing and the beautifully landscaped waterfront. Complimentary washroom facilities are located throughout the municipality and free parking is available on municipal properties. We invite visitors to be part of the Sicamous experience – by houseboating, sledding, golfing or hiking – or simply taking a boat tour of our beautiful Shuswap and Mara Lakes…Sicamous awaits! 3 2014 Annual Corporate Report Contents Message from the Mayor Page 5 District of Sicamous Council Page 6 District Office Page 7 District Objectives Page 8 District Departments and Services Page 9 District Organization Chart Page 10 Administration Page 11 Corporate Services Page 12 Finance Department Page 13 Planning Department Page 15 Public Works Department Page 18 Recreation Department Page 22 Fire Department Page 23 Financial Plan Page 27 Permissive Tax Exempt Properties Page 28 Tax Rates Page 29 Grant in Aid Page 30 Development Cost Charges Page 30 Financial Statements Appendix 4 2014 Annual Corporate Report Message from the Mayor With his three year term coming to a close Mayor, Darrell Trouton reflects on 2014 and is proud of how Council has come together and has moved forward with one vision. One of the largest achievements that occurred this year was securing $3,000,000 in funding from the provincial and federal government and the starting of the construction of the new Water Treatment Plant, which is slated for completion in fall 2015. Once again, Council made its presence known at UBCM with several Ministry meetings. One of the primary items on the agenda was speaking to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) regarding the replacement of the Bruhn Bridge along with the four-laning of the Trans Canada Highway. The MOTI has responded to the persistence of Council and has already completed its initial planning meeting in relation to this at the District office. Another priority was the dredging of the Sicamous Narrows. The District offices saw some changes this year with the hiring of a new Recreation Program and Events Manager and Deputy Corporate Officer. In addition in the summer of 2014 the Chief Administrative Officer, Heidi Frank, left the District office, with a replacement to be chosen by the newly elected Council in 2015.
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