REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AMENDED AGENDA

Monday, February 02, 2026 at 6:00 P.m. - 7:00 P.m.

Council Chambers of City Hall

1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC

We respectfully acknowledge the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T’enneh,
on whose land we live, work, and play.

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A.

ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That the agenda for the regular meeting of Council scheduled for February 2, 2026, BE ADOPTED.

B.

MINUTES

B.1

Adoption of the Regular Council Meeting Minutes - January 12, 2026

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That the minutes of the regular Council meeting held January 12, 2026, BE ADOPTED as read on this day and that such minutes as read set out all of the business before Council at that meeting and fully and properly record all of the resolutions passed by Council at that meeting.

C.

DELEGATION(S)

C.1

Child Development Centre of Prince George and District

Presenter: Scott Hamilton, Community Engagement Manager, Child Development Centre of Prince George & District

Topic: About The Child Development Centre of Prince George and District

D.

CONSENT AGENDA (FOR INFORMATION)

D.1

Monthly Building Permit and Development Permit Summary (December 2025)

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council RECEIVES FOR INFORMATION the report dated January 19, 2026, from the Director of Planning and Development, titled “Monthly Building Permit and Development Permit Summary (December 2025)”.

E.

REPORTS

COUNCILLOR GARTH FRIZZELL AND COUNCILLOR TRUDY KLASSEN

E.1

External Building Scheme and Covenant Support

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That City Council DIRECTS staff to report back to Council on the City’s authority to ensure Statutory Building Schemes and Restrictive Covenants are met, varied or removed by the owner/developer prior to permit application or construction.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON COUNCIL REMUNERATION

E.2

Options for Consideration regarding Council Remuneration

• RECOMMENDATION #1

  That Council CONSIDERS the options related to Council remuneration and future remuneration review frameworks outlined in the report dated January 2, 2026 from the Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration, titled “Proposed Amendments to City of Prince George Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 8414, 2012”; and

• RECOMMENDATION #2

  That Council DISSOLVES the Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration, having fulfilled the mandate assigned by Council.

DIRECTOR OF CIVIC FACILITIES AND EVENTS - ANDY BEESLEY

E.3

FIFA World Cup Watch Party Update

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council APPROVES:

  1. Staff applying for a grant of up to $50,000; and
  2. Up to $8,900 in funding from the Major Events Reserve Fund, should the grant application be successful;

  for FIFA World Cup community celebrations, as described in the report dated January 23, 2026 from the Director of Civic Facilities and Events, titled “FIFA World Cup Watch Party Update”.

DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT - DEANNA WASNIK

E.4

Development Variance Permit Application No. VP100711

• Applicant: PRD Construction for 1134195 B.C. Ltd., Inc. No. BC1134195
• Location: 3833-3851 22nd Avenue

Documents for Council's Consideration include:

1. Staff report dated January 5, 2026 from the Director of Planning and Development titled "Development Variance Permit Application No. VP100711"
   1. Location and Existing Zoning Map;
   2. Development Variance Permit No. VP100711;
   3. Exhibit “A” to VP100711;
   4. Supporting Documents:
      1. Preliminary Site Plan and Design Drawings.

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council APPROVES Development Variance Permit No. VP100711 to vary “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007” for the property legally described as Lot A, District Lots 936 and 8169, Cariboo District, Plan 16583 as follows:

  1. Vary the definition of “Contractor Service, Major” by increasing the maximum percentage of the gross floor area of the building used for accessory office, technical, administrative support, or retail sale operations from 25% to 69.3%, as shown on Exhibit “A” to VP100711.

DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES - ERIC DEPENAU

E.5

2026 NCLGA AGM and Convention Planning Committee Working Group

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council APPOINTS one or more members of Council to the working group, as detailed in the report dated January 22, 2026 from the Director of Administrative Services, titled, “2026 NCLGA AGM and Convention Planning Committee Working Group”.

E.6

2026 UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) – Grant Application

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council:

  1. SUPPORTS the City submitting a grant application to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) Community Emergency Preparedness Fund –Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) in the amount of thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) to support the EOC Training plan for 2026/27 and purchase additional equipment for the EOC; and
  2. AUTHORIZES the City’s Director of Finance and Director of Administrative Services to sign the grant application and subsequent contract documents should grant approval be received; and
  3. That the City of Prince George will ASSUME overall grant management should grant approval be received.

F.

BYLAWS - FINAL READING AND ADOPTION

F.1

City of Prince George Stormwater Utility Bylaw No. 9597, 2025

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council GRANTS FINAL READING AND ADOPTION of “City of Prince George Stormwater Utility Bylaw No. 9597, 2025.”

F.2

City of Prince George Stormwater Reserve Fund Bylaw No. 9598, 2025

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council GRANTS FINAL READING AND ADOPTION of “City of Prince George Stormwater Reserve Fund Bylaw No. 9598, 2025”.

F.3

City of Prince George Comprehensive Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7557, 2004, Amendment Bylaw No. 9599, 2025

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council GRANTS FINAL READING AND ADOPTION of “City of Prince George Comprehensive Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7557, 2004, Amendment Bylaw No. 9599, 2025”.

F.4

City of Prince George Purchasing Bylaw No. 8841, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 9606, 2025

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That Council GRANTS FINAL READING AND ADOPTION of “City of Prince George Purchasing Bylaw No. 8841, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 9606, 2025".

G.

CORRESPONDENCE

G.1

Correspondence dated January 13, 2026 from Mayor Simon Yu to the BC Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions: Letter in Support of Tidewater Renewables Application to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Program Program

G.2

Correspondence dated January 13, 2026 from Ken Williams, Mayor, District of Highlands: Bill M216 - Professional Reliance Act

G.3

Correspondence dated January 2, 2026, from Margaret Jackson, Live Well Prince George: Request for a Resolution in Support of a Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) Grant Application for the 2nd Annual Northern BC Multicultural Children's Festival

• RECOMMENDATION:

  WHEREAS the City of Prince George recognizes that multiculturalism and inclusivity are fundamental to a strong, resilient, and vibrant community; and

  WHEREAS initiatives that celebrate cultural diversity and promote mutual understanding contribute to social cohesion, community pride, and positive outcomes for residents of all ages; and

  WHEREAS local festivals and cultural events provide important opportunities for youth engagement, cultural education, and meaningful participation in community life; and

  WHEREAS collaboration and participation from residents, local organizations, and regional partners across Northern British Columbia strengthen the impact and reach of such initiatives; and

  WHEREAS external funding support is critical to the sustainability and success of community based cultural events and this request is in support of $2500 towards the Northern BC Multicultural Children’s Festival initiative;

  NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Prince George formally recognizes and affirms the importance of multiculturalism and inclusivity within the community; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council supports local initiatives that promote youth engagement, cultural education, and social cohesion; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council encourages participation and collaboration from residents, local organizations, and partners across Northern British Columbia in support of these initiatives; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City of Prince George provides its support for the festival’s funding application to Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT).

G.4

Correspondence dated January 26, 2026 from Jim and Gayle Hesse: Notice of Motion regarding External Building Schemes and Covenant Support

G.5

Correspondence dated January 25, 2026 from Lynn and Don MacNeil: Notice of Motion regarding External Building Schemes and Covenant Support

G.6

Correspondence dated January 23, 2026 from the Honourable Bowinn Ma, Minister of Infrastructure: Follow Up to the Meetings during the 2025 UBCM Convention

G.7

Correspondence dated January 14, 2026 from Mayor Simon Yu: General Letter of Support for Northern FanCon Society

G.8

Correspondence dated January 6, 2026 from Kristin Clausen, Executive Director of Heritage BC: BC Heritage Week

G.9

Handout: Correspondence dated January 28, 2026 from Dave Abernethy and Anne Penner: Regarding Agenda Item E.1 – External Building Scheme and Covenant Support

G.10

Handout: Correspondence dated February 1, 2026 from Tammy McLeod: Regarding Agenda Item E.1 – External Building Scheme and Covenant Support

G.11

Handout: Correspondence dated February 1, 2026 from Milton J. Mahoney: Council Wages increases

G.12

Correspondence dated January 31, 2026 from Irvin Leroux and Jill Moore: Regarding Agenda Item E.1 – External Building Scheme and Covenant Support

H.

PUBLIC HEARING(S) - COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M.

1. Information from Administration
2. Presentation by Applicant
3. Representations by Members of the Public
4. Closure of Hearing
5. Third Reading of Bylaw(s) (if appropriate)

H.1

Official Community Plan Bylaw Amendment Application No. CP100219 (Bylaw No. 9551) and Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. RZ100842 (Bylaw No. 9552) 

• Applicant: L&M Engineering Ltd. for D.C. McLeod Developments Inc., Inc. No. BC1323466
• Location: 5310 Russman Road

Documents for Council's consideration include:

1. Staff Report dated January 16, 2026 from the Director of Planning and Development titled "Consultation for Official Community Plan Amendment Application No. CP100219 (Bylaw No. 9551)";
   1. Distribution Area Map (Exhibit “A” to CP100219);
   2. Request for Comment Letter;
   3. Facebook Post; and
   4. Public Correspondence.
2. Previously submitted staff report dated November 27, 2025 from the Director of Planning and Development, titled "Official Community Plan Bylaw Amendment Application No. CP100219 (Bylaw No. 9551) and Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application No. RZ100842 (Bylaw No. 9552)" (Considered at the December 15, 2025 Regular Council Meeting);
   1. Location and Existing Zoning Map; 
   2. Appendix "A" to Bylaw No. 9551, 2025;
   3. Appendix "A" to Bylaw No. 9552, 2025;
   4. Exhibit "A" to CP100219; 
   5. Supporting Documents: 
      1. Servicing Suitability Assessment; and
      2. Geotechnical Assessment.

Correspondence for Council's consideration include:

1. Handout correspondence dated February 1, 2026 from Glen Nicholson in opposition to the application;
2. Handout correspondence dated February 2, 2026 from Bradley Kaiser in opposition to the application;
3. Handout correspondence dated January 31, 2026 from Brock Kirkwood in opposition to the application;
4. Handout correspondence dated February 2, 2026 from Jacob Mullen, President of Prince George Cycling Club, in opposition to the application;
5. Handout correspondence dated February 2, 2026 from L&M Engineering Ltd (Applicant) enclosing nineteen (19) Letters in Support of the application;

• RECOMMENDATION #1

  That Council RECEIVES FOR INFORMATION the report dated January 16, 2026 from the Director of Planning and Development, titled “Consultation for Official Community Plan Amendment Application No. CP100219 (Amendment Bylaw No. 9551)”.

• RECOMMENDATION #2

  That Council GIVES THIRD READING of “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9525, 2025, Amendment Bylaw No. 9551, 2025”.

• RECOMMENDATION #3

  That Council GIVES THIRD READING of “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9552, 2025”.

I.

ADJOURNMENT

• RECOMMENDATION:

  That there being no further business the Regular Meeting of Council, BE ADJOURNED.