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Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Town of Creston Council Regular Council Meeting Minutes
The council meeting addressed various municipal matters, including zoning and official community plan amendments to permit multi-family residential use in the downtown core, and the denial of a development variance permit application with a directive for further infrastructure mitigation reports. The Council approved an increase in Mayor and Councillor remuneration, authorized lease agreements for the Armitage Building, and supported a grant application for the Kootenay Holds Climbing and Wellness Society. Additionally, the council discussed the cancellation of a request for proposals for 1607 Canyon Street, reviewed emergency management and climate readiness plans, and received briefing notes regarding childcare sustainability, highway realignment, and regional land use.
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The council received a presentation from the Canadian Cancer Society concerning the 100 Radon Test Kit Challenge and the health risks of radon exposure. Discussions were held regarding zoning bylaw amendments for fence heights and mixed-use tenure. The council adopted the Officers and Employees Bylaw, the Highway Encroachment Bylaw, and the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw. Approval was granted to apply for a grant from the Build Communities Strong Fund for an airport runway extension. Other business included the adoption of the Hazard, Risk, and Vulnerability Assessment and the Extreme Weather Response Plan, as well as providing direction for a new electric carshare program. The council also addressed correspondence regarding a youth council and a request for a letter of support for the Creston Valley Forest Corporation.
Jul 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town of Creston Council Regular Council Meeting
The Council discussed several items, including a request from the Creston Museum to accelerate active transportation plans, which was referred to staff. Key actions included the adoption of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulatory Service Policy, the Parks Level of Service Policy, and the Emergency Management Program Level of Service Policy. Council approved a discretionary grant for the Creston Clay Fest, authorized a grant application for a public art mural, and awarded a contract for Armitage Centre improvements. Additionally, Council directed staff to develop a Reserve Policy and Establishment Bylaw, addressed board vacancies for the Creston Valley Housing Corporation, and reviewed Official Community Plan and Zoning amendments.
Jun 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Town of Creston Council Council Meeting Minutes
The council discussed and addressed several key items, including the presentation of the 2025 Audited Financial Statements by Apex Accounting and the evaluation of potential sites for multi-use tennis courts. Approvals were granted for a major sponsorship of a local golf tournament, the adoption of an election and assent voting amendment bylaw, and a discretionary grant for a local climbing and wellness society. The council also authorized submissions for various ministry meetings at the upcoming Union of British Columbia Municipalities convention, approved the 2025 Statement of Financial Information and the 2025 Annual Report, and supported advocacy for continued funding of the Local Government and Climate Action Program. Additionally, the council addressed administrative tasks such as proclaiming National Drowning Prevention Week and authorizing correspondence regarding a temporary winter shelter.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
