Community Heritage Commission Meeting Agenda And Report
The Commission reviewed the impacts of provincial housing legislation on heritage assets, including transit-oriented development areas, small-scale multi-unit housing, and new amenity cost charge financing tools. Additionally, an overview of the City's heritage programming was presented, covering school-based curricula, public programs like walking tours, and heritage events.
Jul 6, 2026·Board meeting
New Westminster City Council Regular Council For Workshop
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The meetings focused on reviewing the final report for the Council Strategic Priorities Plan, which included an analysis of achievements and challenges across five strategic areas: Community Belonging and Connecting, Homes and Housing Options, People-Centered Economy, Safe Movement of People, and Asset Management and Infrastructure. Additionally, the Council received updates on the Crises Response Pilot Project evaluation and held a workshop regarding the Arts Strategy Update, which discussed key themes such as the need for affordable and accessible space and the importance of civic facilities for arts production.
Mar 9, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
New Westminster City Council Regular Council Meeting
The Council meeting addressed several agenda items, including a Heritage Revitalization Agreement for 1121 Eighth Avenue, the appointment of an Acting Financial Officer, and a Housing Agreement Bylaw and Development Variance Permit for 430 Ninth Street. The Council also reviewed applications for Official Community Plan amendments and rezoning at 807-823 Sangster Place and 39 E Eighth Avenue, discussed the implementation of Transit Oriented Development, and endorsed the New Westminster Age-Friendly Strategy. Additionally, the Council considered a motion regarding the Queensborough School Bus Program and reviewed the Development Cost Charge Reserve Funds Expenditure Bylaw.
Feb 23, 2026·Board meeting agenda
New Westminster City Council Regular Council Meeting
The Council discussed the implementation of a 30-unit tiny homes village as part of the provincial HEART & HEARTH program to address homelessness. Other key items included the 2025 annual filming activity report, the Community Grant Program update, and an expenditure bylaw for Development Cost Charges Reserve Funds. The Council also endorsed a pilot program for City-funded cooling assessments for rental buildings and reviewed various motions regarding road safety, triple net lease reform, and mental health supports following infant loss. Additionally, several bylaws related to zoning, official community plans, and the 2026-2030 Five-Year Financial Plan were considered.