The meetings covered multiple environmental and park-related initiatives. Discussions included shoreline planning, mapping sensitive ecosystems, biodiversity and natural assets planning, and the management of invasive species. The committee reviewed the climate action plan, including land-use conservation, groundwater protection, and building code updates. Additionally, the committees addressed trail signage, trail maintenance assignments, parks and trails master plan updates, and various administrative reports from committee chairs and council liaisons.
May 25, 2026
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The Council meeting involved discussions and decisions on various municipal matters, including the adoption of the Buffer Land Reserve Fund Bylaw and the appointment of citizen representatives to advisory committees. Council reviewed reports regarding the 2026 Road Resurfacing Program, awarding the contract to Island Asphalt Co. Additionally, the Council addressed recommendations from the Committee of the Whole concerning the Dark Sky Community designation, Royal Roads University student research in the Buffer Lands, and potential traffic calming measures for La Bonne Road. Other updates included financial reporting, building inspection statistics, and correspondence regarding regional infrastructure and environmental initiatives.
May 25, 2026·Board meeting
District Of Metchosin Council Meeting
The council discussed various items including a presentation on the Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts. Key actions included applying for DarkSky International Community designation, facilitating student research projects at Royal Roads University, and authorizing the release of historic covenants and easements from buffer land. The council also addressed the Firehall Project, awarding the 2026 Road Resurfacing Program contract to Island Asphalt Co., and requesting a letter to the CRD regarding the addition of Crown Land applications to East Sooke Park. Additionally, the council reviewed various departmental reports, financial updates, and adopted the Buffer Land Reserve Fund Bylaw.
May 11, 2026·Board meeting
District Of Metchosin Committee Of The Whole Meeting
The committee meeting focused on several key items including the Parks & Trails Advisory Select Committee meeting agenda, minutes from various advisory committees, and a detailed report concerning the Metchosin Buffer Land. Key discussions covered the title review of the buffer land, the proposal for park dedication, and the implementation of a Section 219 restrictive covenant to ensure long-term environmental protection and conservation. Additionally, the committee addressed the discharge of historic covenants, expired development permits, and outdated stormwater management agreements from the property title.
