Andrew Toews

This document outlines the "RM of Brokenhead Climate Action Plan" to build climate resilience within the community. Its primary goals include assessing climate data, identifying specific climate risks and impacts, and developing actionable steps to enhance resilience. The process involves analyzing climate change trends, identifying local vulnerabilities, reviewing existing policies, conducting a community-wide climate risk assessment, and integrating resilience strategies into municipal operations. The plan defines key concepts such as climate resilience, climate risk, adaptation, and mitigation, providing foundational understanding for preparing for and responding to climate change effects.

This background report serves as the foundational step for building climate resilience in the Rural Municipality of Brokenhead. It provides a detailed summary of community data, climate projections, local policies, and best practices for climate adaptation. The report analyzes how the climate is changing, identifies community assets and systems that may be affected, and reviews policies for potential enhancements, specifically addressing primary threats such as extreme heat, flooding, and drought. The findings will directly inform the development of a comprehensive, community-wide climate risk assessment and a new Climate Adaptation Plan, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The meeting addressed financial matters, including the approval of the June 2021 financial statement and expenses. Old business included sidewalk refurbishment, civic addressing, a proposed bylaw for overhanging trees, asphalt contracts, Ash Street Bridge updates, and dust control for Morden Road. New business covered a report from the RM Office CAO, discussing a new compost site, Toro motor repairs, a name change proposal for Cesnik Cove, upcoming tax bills, a development proposal, and monument maintenance. The committee also reviewed receipts and reports.

The meeting included discussions and resolutions regarding the adoption of the agenda, financial statements from December 2024 to April 2025, and approval of expenses. Updates on developments, including rezoning for duplexes and parking considerations, were reviewed, along with Kingsgate Street lighting. New business included an RM Office report with information on burn site dates and a presentation on the pros and cons of purchasing medium/large equipment for the LUD. The Lift Station & Lagoon Report was reviewed, and all correspondence was accepted.

The meeting included discussions and resolutions related to adopting the agenda, approving financial statements from June to September 2025, and approving expenses. The committee discussed developments in Tyndall and Garson, including single and multi-family unit proposals, and the possibility of commercial zoning. Updates were provided on Valley Fiber cables and various RM office reports, including the LUD skid steer purchase, recycling contract, works tractor, works supervisor employment, sanding truck purchase, and monument plans. The committee also accepted miscellaneous correspondence and reports.