Town Council Discusses Software, Vehicles, and Road Repairs
Quick view
What was decided (or proposed)
- passed — 2024 Administrative Software Purchase: The Council voted to spend up to $54,000 for a new software system, which will replace the current outdated system. [6]
- passed — 2024 Equipment Financing Authorization – Civic Works Vehicle: The Council approved the purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer AWD 4dr LT for the Civic Works Supervision, with a total price of $41,318.50 plus applicable tax. [7]
- passed — Brown Bridge Repairs: The Council approved additional expenditures for the Brown Bridge repairs, with a total amount of $385,717.00 to be paid from the current Operational Reserve Budget. [12]
- passed — Tulameen Ave Retaining Wall Replacement: The Council approved the replacement of the Tulameen Avenue retaining wall, with a total cost of $450,000.00. [22]
What comes next
- The next Council meeting is scheduled for [insert date].
Who spoke
- BC Transit — The Town of Princeton to sponsor their upcoming fall pointing dog hunt test being held in Princeton (Jura Stock Ranch).
Stakes & interests
The new software system will provide several benefits, including improved customer service and increased efficiency. It will also allow the public to view tax bills and utility bills online, and make payments securely.
The Council approved additional expenditures for the Brown Bridge repairs, with a total amount of $385,717.00 to be paid from the current Operational Reserve Budget. This will ensure that the road is repaired and safe for drivers.
Item notes
Every business item from the published agenda is listed here. Full agenda.
The Council voted to spend up to $54,000 for a new software system, which will replace the current outdated system. [6]
“The software package that staff is proposing has the same features as the current software the Town uses and adds support for tangible capital assets, purchase orders, project costing, and online payments. [6]”
The Council approved the purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer AWD 4dr LT for the Civic Works Supervision, with a total price of $41,318.50 plus applicable tax. [7]
“The vehicle will be used for the Manager of Civic Works to perform supervisory duties. [7]”
2024 Equipment Financing Authorization – Civic Works Vehicle ($41,318.50, $44,210.80) — the Town of Princeton purchase a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer AWD 4dr LT for the total price of $41,318.50 plus applicable tax for use of Civic Works Supervision. AND THAT the Council of [7]
“THAT the Town of Princeton purchase a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer AWD 4dr LT for the total price of $41,318.50 plus applicable tax for use of Civic Works Supervision. AND THAT the Council of the Town of Princeton authorizes up to $44,210.80 under Section 175 of the Community Charter, f [7]”
The Council approved additional expenditures for the Brown Bridge repairs, with a total amount of $385,717.00 to be paid from the current Operational Reserve Budget. [12]
“The repairs will ensure that the road is safe for drivers. [12]”
The Council approved the replacement of the Tulameen Avenue retaining wall, with a total cost of $450,000.00. [22]
“The new wall will ensure that the area is safe and secure. [22]”
BC All Breed Pointer Club [14]
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy [18]
Princeton Golf Club [17]
The Kidney Foundation, BC & Yukon Branch [20]
UBCM Meeting Requests — items 8.1 to 8.7 be received and filed. [15]
“THAT items 8.1 to 8.7 be received and filed. [15]”
Dementia Friendly Communities — the information and contact for the Memory Café Program be provided to the Recreation and Events Coordinator to investigate and plan the possibility of a Memory Café event in the f [10][16]
“THAT the information and contact for the Memory Café Program be provided to the Recreation and Events Coordinator to investigate and plan the possibility of a Memory Café event in the fall/winter. Memory Cafes - a participatory action research pilot within the RDOS large poster ( [10][16]”
Open questions
- What is the timeline for the implementation of the new administrative software?
Sources
- CivicWeb meeting
- Agenda document
- YouTube recording
- 07172024_MA_SOS_FareProductSales
- 1. Kelowna Chevrolet ($44210.80)
- 2024 Administration Software Purchase
- 2024 Civil Works Vehicle
- 2024 Equipment Financing Authorization Garbage Trucks
- 2024 Quick Guide to Drought Resources
- AAIC2024_UBC_Li et al. Research Poster_Memory Cafe (003)
- BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food_Redacted
- Brown Bridge Repairs (Extra)
- Email-BC Transit
- Fundraising Support
- Invitation to Meet with the Health Authorities of British Columbia During UBCM Convention
- Memory Cafes - a participatory action research pilot within the RDOS
- Princeton Golf Club_Redacted
- Request for proposal- incentive to exchange old woodstove- Your feedback required by Sept 15th
- SOS_RTS Fare Product Transition Vendor Letter
- Supporting Living Organ Donation by Municipal Employees _Redacted
- Town of Princeton - Catalis_Proposal- On-Prem ERP
- Tulameen Rd. Retaining Wall Report
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