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The council meeting addressed various operational and financial reports, including the adoption of the 2025 financial statements and a presentation by the auditing firm. Discussions were held regarding the Sasamat Fire Hall replacements and the potential for loan authorization, which resulted in a motion to seek further clarification from Metro Vancouver. Members also provided updates on regional committees and local community events. A question period allowed residents to inquire about water supply infrastructure and the funding model for fire services.

The council meeting included public input regarding land use for village fire infrastructure and technical discussions about water systems. Students from Pleasant Side Elementary presented on the Real Acts of Caring (RACK) program, advocating for a proclamation to recognize RACK week. The council formally proclaimed the designated week for RACK and discussed items on the consent agenda, including a specific review of correspondence related to urban versus rural zoning amendments.

The council discussed the approval of financial grants for local high school after-grad events, emphasizing the need for future policy discussions regarding grant caps. The meeting also included a report on the village's official community plan, focusing on housing needs, land use designations, and the requirement for secondary road access and wildfire development permits. Furthermore, the council reviewed the draft Port Moody 2050 official community plan, noting alignment with village policies on natural environment protection, recreation, and infrastructure development.

The council meeting addressed several operational and policy matters. Key discussion topics included public submissions regarding road upgrades and drainage issues, a presentation from a school trustee covering school cell phone and device policies, student enrollment growth, international student programs, the operating budget, cyber security, and future facilities planning. The council also processed items on the consent agenda.

The council discussed various items, including a contentious motion regarding property rights, which was ultimately treated as correspondence for future consideration at upcoming provincial municipal conferences. Additionally, the council reviewed the 2025 audit findings presented by the external auditor, resulting in a clean audit opinion. The meeting concluded with staff providing an overview of the village's 2025 financial statement highlights and an examination of reserve fund balances.