Maryse Leroux

The council meeting addressed several legislative and administrative items. Council performed the first, second, and third readings for the 2026 Council Procedure Bylaw update. Various bylaws were adopted, including a road closure for 10 Jim Ogulby Way and zoning amendments for properties at 933 Dogwood Drive, 660 Night and Road, and the Kimberley zoning bylaw amendment #83. A development permit was approved for a two-fourplex residential project at 101 Sullivan Drive. Additionally, a presentation regarding the annual Mark and Matthew Creek water quality report was received.

This Water Conservation Plan Update for the City of Kimberley outlines a strategic approach to reduce overall water consumption, enhance watershed health, and improve system efficiencies. The plan focuses on three key initiatives: building community awareness around water management and conservation, re-establishing a water rebates program, and updating water utility rates. The overarching goal is to achieve year-over-year demand reductions, aiming for a 20% reduction in per capita consumption by 2026, relative to 2020 levels, to ensure water resource protection and sustainable infrastructure development.

This strategic plan guides the City of Kimberley's decision-making and sets a course for the corporation, prioritizing key areas while maintaining financial accountability. The plan focuses on Infrastructure Renewal, Environmental Stewardship, Inclusivity and Civility, Risk Management, and Economic Resiliency. It aims to foster a welcoming city where residents and visitors feel connected and safe.

The ImagineKimberley Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) outlines a roadmap for the City of Kimberley's sustainable future. It identifies five core community priorities: Enriching Community Life, Enhancing the Tourism Experience, Ensuring Economic Viability, Protecting the Environment, and Partnering and Collaborating. The plan is structured around ten strategy areas, including Arts, Culture and Heritage; Buildings and Sites; Community and Individual Health; Economy and Work; Education; Energy, Waste and Water; Food; Land Use and Natural Areas; Recreation and Leisure; and Transportation and Mobility. It aims to achieve specific 'Descriptions of Success' by the year 2025, guiding decision-making and action planning towards long-term sustainability.

The Official Community Plan for the City of Kimberley acts as a strategic roadmap to guide land use and planning decisions, facilitating the community's evolution from a mining town to a mountain lifestyle destination. It aims to maintain quality of life, encourage economic growth, and balance social, economic, and environmental needs. The plan envisions Kimberley as a unique mountain community valued for its strong social networks, diverse housing, vibrant culture, robust economy, and exceptional recreational amenities, all within a healthy natural environment. Its five overarching priorities include enriching community life, enhancing the visitor experience, ensuring economic resiliency, protecting the environment, and fostering connection and collaboration.