Princeton council discusses Wild Animation Festival, block party policy, and more
Quick view
What was decided (or proposed)
- recommended — Wild Animation Festival: The council received information on the Wild Animation Festival, which will be held on May 31st and will feature animation workshops and a festival program. [9]
- recommended — Block Party Policy: The council discussed a block party policy, which aims to encourage community building and enhance neighborhood cohesiveness. [11]
- adopted — Financial Plan Bylaw: The council adopted a financial plan bylaw, which will help the town manage its finances and set tax rates for the upcoming year. [6]
- adopted — Tax Rates Bylaw: The council adopted a tax rates bylaw, which will help the town set tax rates for the upcoming year. [7]
What comes next
- The Wild Animation Festival will be held on May 31st, and the block party policy will be implemented to encourage community building and enhance neighborhood cohesiveness.
Who spoke
- Gary — Information on the Wild Animation Festival
Stakes & interests
The town's financial planning is crucial for managing its finances and setting tax rates for the upcoming year.
The block party policy aims to encourage community building and enhance neighborhood cohesiveness, which is essential for a healthy and thriving community.
Item notes
Every business item from the published agenda is listed here. Full agenda.
Alternative Approval Process Results-Fire Hall Loan Authorization Bylaw — Town council would receives this report on the results for the Alternative Approval Process-Fire Hall Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1052, 2024. Staff Report-Fire Hall Loan Authoriza [12]
“THAT Council receives this report on the results for the Alternative Approval Process-Fire Hall Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1052, 2024. Staff Report-Fire Hall Loan Authorization APP Results Certificate for Alternative Approval Process # - # [12]”
The festival will feature animation workshops and a festival program, and will be held on May 31st. [9]
“The response has been fantastic. We've got people coming down to speak and they'll be hosting some workshops. [9]”
The policy aims to encourage community building and enhance neighborhood cohesiveness. [11]
“This policy outlines the procedures, requirements, and support available for residents hosting block parties. [11]”
Neighbourhood Block Party Grant — Town council would approve the Town of Princeton Block Party Grant Policy, Policy No. 003-2025 for a trial period ending with the fiscal year of 2026. AND THAT as per Policy No. 00 [5][10][21]
“THAT Council approve the Town of Princeton Block Party Grant Policy, Policy No. 003-2025 for a trial period ending with the fiscal year of 2026. AND THAT as per Policy No. 003-2025 Council delegate the authority of the grant approval to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) or d [5][10][21]”
Village of Telkwa [16]
Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) — items 8.1 to 8.2 be received and filed. [8]
“THAT items 8.1 to 8.2 be received and filed. [8]”
South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services (SOICS) — Town council would attend the South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services (SOICS) "Confronting the White Elephant: Exploring Anti-Racism" Forum on May 23rd, 2025 at Okanagan Coll [14][15]
“THAT Council attend the South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services (SOICS) "Confronting the White Elephant: Exploring Anti-Racism" Forum on May 23rd, 2025 at Okanagan College as available. Invitation to Attend Confronting the White Elephant Exploring Anti-Racism Forum Letter o [14][15]”
The bylaw will help the town manage its finances and set tax rates for the upcoming year. [6]
“Recommendation: THAT Council adopt the Town of Princeton Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1054, 2024. [6]”
Bylaw No. 1054, 2024 Five Year Financial Plan 2025-2029 — Town council would adopt the Town of Princeton Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1054, 2024. 2025 Financial Plan Report 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw-adoption NewConsolidated1 NewConsolidated2 [6][17][18][19]
“THAT Council adopt the Town of Princeton Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1054, 2024. 2025 Financial Plan Report 2025 Financial Plan Bylaw-adoption NewConsolidated1 NewConsolidated2 NewWater # - # [6][17][18][19]”
Open questions
- What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of implementing a block party policy in Princeton?
Sources
- CivicWeb meeting
- Agenda document
- YouTube recording
- Regular Agenda - 07 May 2025 — Agenda Package
- 001-2020 Grant in Aid Policy Amended
- 2025 Financial Plan Report
- 2025 Tax Rate Report
- AP7894 Princeton 2023 Poverty Reduction Final Payment Letter__Redacted
- Agenda Wild Animation Festival – May 31st _ Princeton, BC (1)
- Block Party Grant Policy Draft
- Block Party Policy Draft
- Certificate for Alternative Approval Process
- Economic Development - Princeton Wild Animation Festival
- Invitation to Attend Confronting the White Elephant Exploring Anti-Racism Forum
- Letter of Invitation (Town of Princeton)_Redacted
- Letter to Premier and BC Utilities Commission_Redacted
- 66994
- 66995
- 66996
- Princeton Wild Animation Festival 2025 SUMMARY
- Report Block Party Grant - Mayor
- Report neighbourhood block party- Mayor
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