2025 04 08 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
The agenda for the Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, detailing meeting participation and items for discussion.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL MINUTES OF A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2025
Minutes from the Committee of the Whole meeting held on March 11, 2025, documenting decisions on development permits and financial plan insights.
2025 DRAFT FINANCIAL PLAN (Staff Report)
Staff report presenting the 2025 Draft Financial Plan, highlighting primary budget drivers such as policing costs, fire department staffing, and infrastructure replacement strategies.
Project Summary: Secondary suites online renewal
A strategic project summary proposing a $5,500 investment from Casino revenue to enable online payments for secondary suite renewals.
Project Summary: Permits and Licensing Portal (C-185)
A project summary for the development of a digital portal for document submissions, invoicing, and status tracking for permits.
Project Summary: Permits and Licensing Portal (N-130)
A non-core project summary for the Permits and Licensing Portal, identical in scope to the capital project but categorized for non-recurring strategic initiatives.
Project Summary: Parks and Trails Master Plan
A project summary to update the 2017 Parks Master Plan to reflect community growth and changing needs.
Project Summary: Bylaw office reconfigure
A project summary for reconfiguring office space to accommodate additional Fire staff by moving the Bylaw office.
Project Summary: Secure outdoor storage
A project to install an overhead roof structure and chain-link fence for secure storage of emergency vehicles and equipment.
Project Summary: ESS Vehicle replacement
A project summary for replacing the aging 2002 Chevy venture van used by the Emergency Support Services team.
Project Summary: Fire Dept Rescue Tool
A project summary for purchasing a battery-operated rescue tool for a new fire engine delivery.
Project Summary: Truck canopy
A project to purchase and install a canopy for an existing pickup truck to protect marine response gear.
Project Summary: Indigenous engagement requirements NEW
A project summary regarding the implementation of the new Emergency and Disaster Management Act requirements for Indigenous consultation and cooperation.
Project Summary: Town Hall Partial Roof and Gutter Replacements
A project summary for immediate replacement of failing roof and gutter assets on the north portion of Town Hall.
Project Summary: Bridge Rehabilitation Program
A program for routine engineering assessments and remediation of the Town's five bridge assets.
Project Summary: Island Hwy and Prince Robert Drive realignment
A road realignment project on Island Highway to accommodate southbound vehicles and provide smoother transitions.
Project Summary: Traffic Signal Renewal Program
A recurring program to replace end-of-life traffic signal equipment to ensure reliable traffic control services.
Project Summary: GPS Unit Replacement
A project to replace an outdated GPS unit with a more accurate model for municipal asset field pickups.
Project Summary: Sewer SCADA Pack Upgrades
A project to supply and install new SCADA packs at all 17 sewer pump stations to improve data accuracy.
Project Summary: Speed Limit Reduction Implementation Program
Implementation of speed limit reductions to 30km/hr on residential roads as directed by Council.
Project Summary: Invasive Species Removal Program - Portage Park
A five-year program for the removal of invasive plant species and restoration of native habitat in Portage Park.
Project Summary: Parks Shed Electrification Upgrade
Electrical service upgrades to the Parks shed to support current and future fleet vehicle electrification.
Project Summary: DCC Update
A project to update the Development Cost Charges (DCC) Bylaw to accurately reflect development costs.
Project Summary: Traffic Count Data Collection - Various Neighbourhoods
A project to collect baseline traffic volume and speed data to inform future traffic calming measures.
Project Summary: Sanitary Sewer Master Plan Update
An update to the 2019 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan to assess current system capacity and plan for future growth.
Project Summary: Accessible Entrance Town Hall
Physical upgrades to the Town Hall front entrance to improve accessibility, including modernizing the power door assist system.
Project Summary: Accessibility - Council Chambers Exterior Ramp
A project to create a permanent accessible egress from the Council Chambers for safety and inclusivity.
Project Summary: Website refresh
A project to modernize the Town's website, improving user experience, accessibility, and digital presence.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL DRAFT 2025-2029 FINANCIAL PLAN
The comprehensive draft five-year financial plan document including consolidated financial plans, capital project schedules, and service plan budgets.
Appendix B: Public Engagement survey and comments
Detailed results and verbatim comments from the 2025 Budget and Five-Year Financial Plan public survey.
DRAFT 2025-2029 FINANCIAL PLAN Presentation
A slide deck summarizing the key drivers of the 2025 budget and options for taxation reduction.
2025 TAX MULTIPLES AND RATES (Staff Report)
Staff report recommending that the Town maintain consistent tax burden for all property classes with no change to multiples from 2024.
Appendix A-C: 2024 Tax Multiples and Comparison Data
Comparative tables showing tax multiples, rates, and municipal taxes on average homes across CRD municipalities for 2024.
APPENDIX D: PROPERTY TAX 101 FOR INFORMATION
An educational document providing background on the BC property taxation system, including history and key principles.
CAO UPDATE (Staff Report)
A comprehensive monthly report from the CAO detailing significant activities in administration, finance, engineering, and parks.