2026 04 21 Council Meeting - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Official agenda for the Town of View Royal council meeting on April 21, 2026, outlining business including bylaws, delegations, and correspondence.
COUNCIL REPORT: 2026-2030 FINANCIAL PLAN BYLAW NO. 1168
Staff report from the Director of Finance introducing the five-year financial plan bylaw (2026-2030) for Council approval.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1168 (Attachment)
Attachment to the financial plan staff report containing the proposed Bylaw No. 1168 and its financial schedules A through D.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1168
Standalone copy of the Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1168 for its first, second, and third readings.
COUNCIL REPORT: 2026 TAX RATES BYLAW NO. 1169
Staff report introducing the 2026 tax rates bylaw, detailing the calculation of property taxes for the year.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1169 (Attachment)
Attachment to the tax rates staff report containing the proposed Bylaw No. 1169 and Schedule A detailing rates per property class.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1169
Standalone copy of the Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1169 for its first, second, and third readings.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1164
A bylaw to amend the Election Procedures Bylaw No. 989, 2018, specifically regarding regulations for mail ballot voting.
PETITION & DELEGATION REQUEST FORM - Aaron Stone
Request form for Aaron Stone, on behalf of South Island Prosperity Partnership, to present an update on SIPP activities and partnership benefits.
Rising Economy 2030: Activities, Outputs & Outcomes
Detailed presentation document from SIPP outlining their vision and key performance indicators for a resilient regional economy by 2030.
RE: South Island Prosperity Partnership Funding amounts 2026-2028
Formal letter from SIPP CEO Aaron Stone requesting a renewed 3-year funding commitment from the Town of View Royal.
INDIGENOUS PROSPERITY CENTRE Strategic Horizon Plan (2026–2028)
Strategic presentation detailing the goals and 'Ask' for the Indigenous Prosperity Centre's three-year strategic partnership.
COAST: Advancing Ocean Innovation in British Columbia
Presentation regarding the COAST initiative, focusing on advancing ocean and marine technology innovation in the province.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT: DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT 2026-02 – 309 VIEW ROYAL AVENUE
Staff report evaluating a Development Variance Permit application for a height increase at 309 View Royal Avenue.
Applicant's Letter to Mayor and Council - Bernard Shane Slothouber
Letter from the property owner explaining the necessity of the height variance to harmonize the addition's roofline with the existing house.
Plans – Java Designs – April 9, 2026
Architectural plans, site maps, and elevation drawings for the proposed garage suite addition at 309 View Royal Avenue.
309 VIEW ROYAL AVE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
Technical stormwater management plan and site drawing prepared by Islander Engineering for the subject property.
Development Variance Permit Application Adjacent Property Impact Review
Official assessment checklist concluding there are no significant shadow, tree, or privacy impacts on neighboring properties.
Letter from Ministry of Education and Child Care regarding Trustee Electoral Areas
Formal letter informing the town about a Ministerial Order establishing seven trustee electoral areas for School District No. 61.
Ministerial Order No. M18: ORDER OF THE MINISTER OF EDUCATION AND CHILD CARE
Legal provincial order and schedule defining the boundaries and trustee allocation for SD 61 (Greater Victoria).
Email from Diane Fownes regarding Short term rentals
Email from a resident seeking clarification on short-term rental compliance during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Email from Miles Homer and Christa Zacharias-Homer regarding Short Term Rental
Correspondence from residents requesting Council reconsider the prohibition on short-term rentals to support homeowner affordability.
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2026
Official minutes from a special meeting primarily focused on the first draft review and update of the Official Community Plan (OCP).
MINUTES OF A COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026
Minutes from the regular council meeting covering bylaws, staff reports on solid waste collection, and continued OCP review.
MINUTES OF THE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN REVIEW ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING - MARCH 30, 2026
Minutes from the OCP Advisory Committee discussing housing for the under-housed and visions for the Western Gateway corridor.
Letter from Chief Ron Sam, Songhees Nation re: South Island Powwow Sponsorship
Correspondence from the Songhees Nation inviting support and sponsorship for the 5th Annual South Island Powwow.
South Island Powwow Sponsorship Deck
Promotional and informational presentation outlining sponsorship levels and benefits for the South Island Powwow.
Email from Laura Webster regarding Official Community Plan
Resident correspondence expressing concern that provincial mandates are overriding the community's vision in the OCP draft.
Email from mrs linda jeaurond regarding survey process / OCP 2050
Feedback from a resident criticizing the technical platform and complexity of the OCP 2050 online survey.
WSPR STAFF REPORT: 2026 1st Quarter Progress Report
Progress report on the West Shore Regional Parks & Recreation Facilities Master Plan including workplan updates and budget implications.