The council meeting addressed several legislative and operational matters, including the adoption of permissive tax exemption bylaws for 2027 and the Wildlife Attractant Bylaw. Discussions included an update on the Domtar Wildwood Landfill waste discharge permit amendment, authorization for a lease agreement for a supportive housing facility at 5010 Joyce Avenue, and a commitment to submit comments to ISED regarding the federal telecommunications tower antenna siting process. The council also addressed housekeeping items such as proclamations and administrative procedural updates.
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The Council agenda included discussions on a proclamation for Terry Fox Week and various legislative matters such as the Willingdon Beach Campsite Bylaw update and amendments to the Sanitary Sewer System User Rates. New business items addressed a proposed amendment to the Domtar Wildwood Landfill waste discharge permit, correspondence from the City of New Westminster regarding infrastructure funding tied to housing targets, and a cell tower siting process. Additionally, the Council considered the Wildlife Attractant Bylaw, including engagement feedback and associated penalty enforcement provisions.
Sep 3, 2026·Board meeting
City of Powell River Regular Council Meeting
The council session included the proclamation of Terry Fox Week and the approval of 2027 permissive tax exemptions for several community organizations. The council adopted various bylaws concerning campground usage, sanitary sewer system rates, and wildlife attractants. Additionally, the council approved a response regarding the Domtar Wildwood Landfill waste discharge permit amendment, discussed provincial housing legislation, and authorized staff to comment on federal telecommunications tower siting processes. The meeting also included a report on the authorization of a lease agreement for the construction of a supportive housing and shelter facility.
Aug 20, 2026·Board meeting agenda
City of Powell River Regular Council Meeting
The council discussed the Seawalk Restoration Project, including the acceptance of tender results, the awarding of a construction contract to Hazelwood Construction, and the authorization to apply for grant funding. Additionally, the meeting addressed the update of the Willingdon Beach Campsite Bylaw, focusing on fee adjustments for core site services and the Sanitary Sewer System User Rates Amendment Bylaw. New business items included a request for a meeting regarding a Water Sustainability Plan for the Powell and Lois Watersheds and correspondence concerning service levels for Route 3.
