Town Council Approves Funds for Emergency Operations Center and Street Sweeper
Quick view
What was decided (or proposed)
- passed — Support for UBCM Grant Application for the Emergency Operations Center: Council supported a Staff application to receive and manage a fully funded UBCM EOC Support grant in the amount of $25,000 for the Princeton Emergency Program. [2]
- passed — Spending up to $30,000 from the Rural Development Community Grant Fund: Council approved spending up to $30,000 from the Rural Development Community Grant Fund to complete the purchase of six (6) bronze sculptures. [4]
- passed — Official Community Plan review and update: Council adopted the Official Community Plan review and update, and authorized staff to move forward with the construction of the new Billiter Warren Booster Station. [5][6]
- passed — Construction of the new Billiter Warren Booster Station: Council authorized staff to move forward with the construction of the new Billiter Warren Booster Station and award the construction contract to Bree Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $857,000.25. [5]
What comes next
- The next steps for these projects will be determined by the Town of Princeton Council and staff.
Who spoke
- Maren Luciani of Meraki Community Planning — an update on the Official Community Plan review and update
Stakes & interests
The Emergency Operations Center is an important part of the Town of Princeton's emergency management plan, and the grant funding will help to support its development and operation.
The new street sweeper will help to improve the Town of Princeton's streets and roads, and make them safer for residents and visitors.
The Official Community Plan review and update will help to ensure that the Town of Princeton's development and growth are guided by a clear and comprehensive plan, and that the needs of residents and businesses are taken into account.
Item notes
Every business item from the published agenda is listed here. Full agenda.
Keremeos Rodeo Association — Town council would attend the Keremeos Rodeo Parade on Monday, May 23rd, 2022, as available. 2022 Parade Entry [4]
“THAT Council attend the Keremeos Rodeo Parade on Monday, May 23rd, 2022, as available. 2022 Parade Entry [4]”
Council supported a Staff application to receive and manage a fully funded UBCM EOC Support grant in the amount of $25,000 for the Princeton Emergency Program. [2]
“THAT Council support a Staff application to receive and manage a fully funded UBCM EOC Support grant in the amount of $25,000 for the Princeton Emergency Program. [2]”
Council approved spending up to $30,000 from the Rural Development Community Grant Fund to complete the purchase of six (6) bronze sculptures. [4]
“THAT Council approve spending of up to $30,000 from the Rural Development Community Grant Fund to complete the purchase of six (6) bronze sculptures. [4]”
Council authorized staff to move forward with the construction of the new Billiter Warren Booster Station and award the construction contract to Bree Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $857,000.25. [5]
“THAT Council authorize staff to move forward with the construction of the new Billiter Warren Booster Station and award the construction contract to Bree Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $857,000.25; [5]”
Open questions
- What are the next steps for the Official Community Plan review and update?
Sources
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