Town Council Approves Emergency Services MOU and BC Transit Agreement
Quick view
What was decided (or proposed)
- passed — RDOS Memorandum of Understanding - Emergency Services: The Town of Princeton Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen to renew emergency services for a one-year term.
- passed — BC Transit 2026/27 Annual Operating Agreement: The Town of Princeton Council approved the 2026/27 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement. [11]
- passed — Development Variance Permit Application, 67 Kenley Avenue: The Town of Princeton Council approved a Development Variance Permit for a new single-family dwelling at 67 Kenley Avenue. [17]
What comes next
- The next regular meeting of the Town of Princeton Council is scheduled for June 17th.
Who spoke
- Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists — An invitation to attend a documentary on the headwaters at the Seniors' Hall on May 26th.
Stakes & interests
The MOU with the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen will provide emergency services to the Town of Princeton for a one-year term. This agreement is important for the safety and well-being of residents.
The approval of the 2026/27 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement will ensure that the Town of Princeton continues to have a reliable and efficient public transportation system.
The approval of the Development Variance Permit for 67 Kenley Avenue will allow for the construction of a new single-family dwelling. This development will contribute to the growth and development of the Town of Princeton.
Item notes
Every business item from the published agenda is listed here. Full agenda.
The MOU with the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen will provide emergency services to the Town of Princeton for a one-year term. [16]
“The RDOS recognizes the level of cooperation and support given by town staff to the emergency services department. [16]”
The Town of Princeton approved the 2026/27 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement. [11]
“This really is just a housekeeping item. Every year we enter into an agreement, annual operating agreement with BC Transit. [11]”
The Town of Princeton approved a Development Variance Permit for a new single-family dwelling at 67 Kenley Avenue. [17]
“The the design is is nice. It fits the neighborhood feel. It's mostly single family dwellings uh, right there. [17]”
Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists — Mayor and Council attend the Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists documentary on May 26th, Trouble in the Headwaters, at the Seniors’ Hall, 162 Angela Avenue from 7 pm to 9pm as avail [10]
“THAT Mayor and Council attend the Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists documentary on May 26th, Trouble in the Headwaters, at the Seniors’ Hall, 162 Angela Avenue from 7 pm to 9pm as available. Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists [10]”
Open questions
- What is the timeline for the implementation of the MOU with the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen?
Sources
- CivicWeb meeting
- Agenda document
- YouTube recording
- BC Transit 202627 AOA - Princeton
- DRAFT Permit DVP-2026-03
- EM Services Agreement - Princeton- 2025-2026
- EM Services Agreement - Princeton- 2025_Redacted
- Letter NPO
- Subject Property
- Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists
- report- BC Transit 202627 AOA
- v1 67 Kenley Layout & Rendering
- v1_67 Kenley_A103_Elevations_Combined
- Regular Agenda - 15 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
- Special Meeting Agenda - 13 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
- 2026 Staff Report - MOU RDOS Emergency Services Princeton
- Staff Report DVP-2026-03
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