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Princeton Town Council Meeting - June 5, 2024

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The Princeton Town Council met on June 5, 2024, to discuss various town projects and initiatives. One of the main topics was the Age-Friendly Assessment & Plan, which aims to improve the town's accessibility and services for seniors. The council received and adopted the plan, which includes actions such as developing a new plan for a smaller-scale recreational facility and securing funding for a municipal year-round public washroom. The council also discussed the Arena Solar PV System, awarding a contract to Sunfind Solar for $124,922.27 plus tax. Additionally, they approved the 2024 Annual Road line painting for $32,493.20 pretax dollars and awarded the contract to Aardvark Line painting Ltd. The council approved the business façade improvement grant application for 248 Bridge Street, allocating up to $5,000 for reimbursement of eligible façade improvements. They also approved the entering into a performance agreement with the owners of 248 Bridge Street. The council received and filed letters from Infrastructure Canada and the City of Kamloops, including a letter regarding Deputy Mayor representation. They also received a letter from the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen regarding Bylaw No. 2065.03, 2024 Noxious Weed Control Service Establishment Bylaw Amendment.
FACT · Decisions / recommendations

What was decided (or proposed)

  • passed — Age-Friendly Assessment & Plan: The council received and adopted the plan, which includes actions such as developing a new plan for a smaller-scale recreational facility and securing funding for a municipal year-round public washroom.
  • passed — Arena Solar PV System: The council awarded a contract to Sunfind Solar for $124,922.27 plus tax.
  • passed — 2024 Annual Road line painting: The council approved the project for $32,493.20 pretax dollars and awarded the contract to Aardvark Line painting Ltd.
  • passed — Business Façade Improvement Grant Application: The council approved the grant application for 248 Bridge Street, allocating up to $5,000 for reimbursement of eligible façade improvements. [10][12][16][19]
FACT · Next

What comes next

  • The council will implement the Age-Friendly Assessment & Plan and continue to work on various town projects and initiatives.
FACT · Delegations

Who spoke

  • Maren Luciani from Meraki Community Planning — Presentation and final Age Friendly Assessment & Plan
CONTEXT · Who may be affected

Stakes & interests

Age-Friendly Assessment & Plan

The plan aims to improve the town's accessibility and services for seniors, which is a growing concern in the community.

FACT · By item

Item notes

Every business item from the published agenda is listed here. Full agenda.

4.2 Age Friendly Assessment & Plan

Age Friendly Assessment & Plan [4]

5.1 Arena Concession Lease

Arena Concession Lease — Town council would renew the concession operation lease with Princeton Posse and Princeton Minor Hockey, as joint tenants, for a further three (3) year term, May 2024-April 2027; A [9]

“THAT Council renew the concession operation lease with Princeton Posse and Princeton Minor Hockey, as joint tenants, for a further three (3) year term, May 2024-April 2027; AND THAT the CAO be authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the Town. REPORT-Concession renewal-2024 [9]”

6.1 Arena Solar PV System – Award Contract

The council awarded a contract to Sunfind Solar for $124,922.27 plus tax.

“THAT the Town of Princeton Council award the Contract for an Arena Solar PV system (supply and Installation) to Sunfind Solar for the sum of $124,922.27.00 plus tax;”

6.2 BC Transit 2024/25 Annual Operating Agreement

BC Transit 2024/25 Annual Operating Agreement — The Town of Princeton approve the 2024/25 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement between the Town of Princeton and B.C. Transit; AND THAT the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer [17]

“THAT The Town of Princeton approve the 2024/25 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement between the Town of Princeton and B.C. Transit; AND THAT the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the necessary documents. Report- BC Transit AOA-2024-2025 FY2025 AOA P [17]”

6.3 Repairs to the brown bridge main deck and pedestrian walking path timbers and railings.

Repairs to the brown bridge main deck and pedestrian walking path timbers and railings. ($285,717.00) — Town council would approves the repairs and timber replacement of the main deck and walking path of the brown bridge as per the Watson Engineering report; AND THAT the project be a [8][18]

“THAT Council approves the repairs and timber replacement of the main deck and walking path of the brown bridge as per the Watson Engineering report; AND THAT the project be awarded to Gross Ventures LTD for the sum of not more than $285,717.00 pretax dollars. Jim D Staff Report B [8][18]”

6.4 2024 Road Line Painting

2024 Road Line Painting ($32,493.20) — Town council would approves the 2024 Annual Road line painting for the sum of not more than $32,493.20 pretax dollars, and that the project be awarded to Aardvark Line painting Ltd

“THAT Council approves the 2024 Annual Road line painting for the sum of not more than $32,493.20 pretax dollars, and that the project be awarded to Aardvark Line painting Ltd. 2024 Road Line Painting Staff Report Princeton 2024 pricing Princeton HW 2023- Reference for 2024 Prince”

6.5 Business Façade Improvement Grant Application – 248 Bridge Street

Business Façade Improvement Grant Application – 248 Bridge Street ($5,000.00) — Town council would approve the business façade improvement grant application for 248 Bridge Street; AND THAT Council approve the entering into a performance agreement with the owne [10][12][16][19]

“THAT Council approve the business façade improvement grant application for 248 Bridge Street; AND THAT Council approve the entering into a performance agreement with the owners of 248 Bridge Street for the allocation of up to $5,000.00 for reimbursement for the eligible façade im [10][12][16][19]”

6.6 Prepare and pave 406 meters of new asphalt on Burton Avenue, KVR walking path, Asp creek Path and Sunset Avenue (Bunny Trail)

Prepare and pave 406 meters of new asphalt on Burton Avenue, KVR walking path, Asp creek Path and Sunset Avenue (Bunny Trail) ($56,779.00) — Town council would approves the new installation of 50mm X 406 Meters of new asphalt at Burton Avenue, KVR walking path, Asp Creek walking path, Sunset Avenue walking path (Bunny t [6]

“THAT Council approves the new installation of 50mm X 406 Meters of new asphalt at Burton Avenue, KVR walking path, Asp Creek walking path, Sunset Avenue walking path (Bunny trail) for the sum of not more than $56,779.00. plus, GST; AND THAT the contract be awarded to Peters Bros [6]”

6.7 Age Friendly Assessment & Plan

Age Friendly Assessment & Plan — Town council would receive and adopt the attached Age Friendly Assessment & Plan. MCP_23063 Princeton Age Friendly Doc PRINT

“THAT Council receive and adopt the attached Age Friendly Assessment & Plan. MCP_23063 Princeton Age Friendly Doc PRINT”

6.8 2024 Equipment Financing Authorization – Building Inspector Vehicle

2024 Equipment Financing Authorization – Building Inspector Vehicle ($39,670.79) — the Council of the Town of Princeton authorizes up to $39,670.79 under Section 175 of the Community Chater , from the Municipal Finance Authority for the purpose of purchasing a 20

“THAT the Council of the Town of Princeton authorizes up to $39,670.79 under Section 175 of the Community Chater , from the Municipal Finance Authority for the purpose of purchasing a 2024 GMC Terrain 4X4 Vehicle for use of the Building Inspector; AND THAT the loan be repaid withi”

7.2 2024 UBCM Convention and Provincial Meetings

2024 UBCM Convention and Provincial Meetings

8.1 Letter from Infrastructure Canada

Letter from Infrastructure Canada [13]

8.2 Letter from the City of Kamloops

Letter from the City of Kamloops — items 8.1 to 8.2 be received and filed. [7]

“THAT items 8.1 to 8.2 be received and filed. [7]”

9.1 Cherry Festival Parade

Cherry Festival Parade — Town council would attend and participate in the Cherry Festival Parade scheduled July 1st, 2024 as available. Email-Cherry Fiesta Parade 2024 Cherry Fiesta Parade Form [5][14]

“THAT Council attend and participate in the Cherry Festival Parade scheduled July 1st, 2024 as available. Email-Cherry Fiesta Parade 2024 Cherry Fiesta Parade Form [5][14]”

9.2 Letter from the South Okanagan Similkameen Pride Society

Letter from the South Okanagan Similkameen Pride Society — Town council would declare and acknowledge that June is internationally recognized as Pride Month. Pride Month

“THAT Council declare and acknowledge that June is internationally recognized as Pride Month. Pride Month”

9.3 Letter from the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen

Letter from the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen — Town council would consent on behalf of the electors of the Town of Princeton to the adoption of Bylaw No. 2065.03, 2024 Noxious Weed Control Service Establishment Amendment. BL206 [11][15][20][21]

“THAT Council consent on behalf of the electors of the Town of Princeton to the adoption of Bylaw No. 2065.03, 2024 Noxious Weed Control Service Establishment Amendment. BL2065.03 certified at third reading Email-RDOS 20240510 LTR Bylaw No. 2065.03, 2024 Noxious Weed Control Servi [11][15][20][21]”

10.1 Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1049, 2024

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1049, 2024 — Bylaw No. 1049, 2024, a bylaw to amend the Zoning Bylaw be given third reading and adoption. Staff Report Zoning Amendment 1049, 2024 3rd and adoption Bylaw No. 1049, 2024 Zoning A [22]

“THAT Bylaw No. 1049, 2024, a bylaw to amend the Zoning Bylaw be given third reading and adoption. Staff Report Zoning Amendment 1049, 2024 3rd and adoption Bylaw No. 1049, 2024 Zoning Amendment Section 22, BP1 - Business Park, Princeton-Summerland Road Section 23, BP2- Business P [22]”

Open questions

  • What is the current status of the Arena Solar PV System project?

Sources

  1. CivicWeb meeting
  2. Agenda document
  3. YouTube recording
  4. 152.CouncilMtgFinal.16.05.24
  5. 2024 Cherry Fiesta Parade Form
  6. 2024 Town of Princeton - Walking Paths_Redacted
  7. 2024-05-28_CouncilGovtAdvisory_LTR (003)_BC Municipalities_Redacted
  8. 2364-11
  9. 61933
  10. BFI Application Report - 248 Bridge Street
  11. BL2065.03 certified at third reading
  12. Current Bridge Street Façade
  13. DMAF-1912 Tulameen River - Interim Flood Mitigation Works - Vermillion Flats to Highway 5A Bridge - Town of Prin
  14. Email-Cherry Fiesta Parade
  15. Email-RDOS
  16. Estimate_56_from_Princeton_Contracting_Ltd
  17. FY2025 AOA Princeton
  18. Habitat Officers General Terms and Conditions Feb 21, 2024
  19. Invoice_2626_from_Jassal_Signs_Ltd (1)
  20. 20240509 RPT Noxious Weed Control Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 2065.03
  21. 20240510 LTR Bylaw No. 2065.03, 2024 Noxious Weed Control Service Establishment Amendment - Princeton
  22. 61979

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