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TOWN OF SMITHERSREGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL

TUESDAY, APRIL 22,2008, AT 7:30 P.M,

IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS

1027 ALDOUS STREET, SMITHERS, B.C

AGENDA

1. CALL TO ORDER

1A APPROVAL OF AGENDA (includinq Supplemental Items)

2. PUBLIC HEARING

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

3-1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held April 8, 2008.

3-2 Minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting held April 2, 2008

4. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

4-1 Repoft ADM 08-022 dated April 9, 2008, from D. Sargent, ChiefAdministrative Officer, recommending no items be made public from theSpecial (ln-Camera) meeting of Council held March25,2008 (0640-01).

5. PETITIONS AND DELEGATIONS

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Agenda of the Regular Meeting of Council being held April 22,2008

6. COUNCIL REPORTS

6-1 COUNCILLOR ADOMEIT

6-2 COUNCILLOR BUCHER

6-3 COUNCILLOR FARROW

6-3-1 Minutes of Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako meetings heldMarch 20,2008:

a) Meeting No. 6; and

b) Planning Committee.

6-3-2 Memorandum dated March 28, 2008, from H. Berndorff, FinancialAdministrator, Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako, to the Board ofDirectors presenting information regarding 9-1-1 Service.

6-4 COUNCILLOR GOODACRE

6-4-1 Report FIN 08-12 dated April 16, 2008, from Councillor Goodacre,recommending reappointment of Paul Parry to the Smithers PublicLibrary Board, and appointment of Corry Tremblay (7960-02).

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6-6

6-7

COUNCILLOR GROVES

COUNCILLOR BENSON

REPORT OF MAYOR DAVIDSON

6-7-1 Report ADM 08-023 dated April 16, 2008, from D. Sargent, ChiefAdministrative Officer, regarding events being held during the NorthCentral Municipal Association conference (0230-40/NCMA).

6-7-2 Appointment of Richard Norton as the Smithers District Chamber ofCommerce Chambers representative on the EconomicDevelopment Committee.

6-7-3 Appointment of Wayne Hamelin, as the Smithers District Chamberof Commerce Alternate member on the Tourism AdvisoryCommittee.

Agenda of the Regular Meeting of Council being held April 22,2008.3

7A.. STAFF (A) REPORTS

78. STAFF (B) REPORTS

7B-1 Monthly reports for March 2008:

a) Airport Servicesb) Development Services Departmentc) Fire Department

d) Operational Services Department

e) Recreation, Parks and Culture.

7B-2 Notice regarding public events for the Smithers Official Community Planand copy of Community Survey.

BYLAWS

8-1 "Bvlaw No. 1578 - Advisorv Planninq Commission Bvlaw No. 1575Amendment No. 08-01"

Adoption.

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Report FIN 08-13 dated April 15,2008Administrator/Collector introducing Bylawsreadings.

from L. Ford,No. 1579 and

Financial1580 for

a)

b)

"Bylaw No. 1579 - Five-Year (2008-2012) Financial Plan"

First and second readings.

Third reading.

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First and second readings.

Third reading.


9. CORRESPONDENCE (A) ITEMS

9-1 Email dated April 7, from L. Anderson, Community Programs and ServiceCoordinator, United Way, inviting Council to the United Way Dinner beingheld April 30, 2008, in Smithers, to provide input into a commoncommunity building agenda (0390-01 ).

9-2 Letter dated March 20, 2008, from C. Hunter, BC Timber Sales, Ministryof Forests and Range, regarding an opportunity to participate inSustainable Forest Management being held May 13, 2008, at 3333 TatlowRoad, Smithers (0400-20).

9-3 Email dated April 8, 2008, from C. Walker, Bulkley Valley Rod and GunClub, urging Council to make the coalbed gas project in the Klappan aprime topic of concern (0530-05).

9-4 Letter dated April 14, 2008, from J. Veenstra presenting a petition fromWildwood Subdivision residents and trail users requesting gravel beapplied to improve the muddy condition of the brick trail (before it joins theperimeter trail behind the golf course) and garbage cans and scooperbags be provided (0530-05).

9-5 Memorandum dated April 4, 2008, from the Union of British ColumbiaMunicipalities, announcing that West Nile Virus Reduction funding isavailable (0230-30).

9-6 Letter dated April 3, 2008, from the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen to Premier Campbell regarding Regional and MunicipalFiscal lmbalance (0400-05, 0230-30).

9-7 Letter received April 11, 2008, from the Bulkley Valley AlcoholicsAnonymous requesting a fee waiver for use of a room in the Ranger Parkbuilding on Sunday and Tuesday evenings, in return for purchase ofequipment or room improvements (0530-05).

9-8 Email dated April 9, 2008, from C. Wyse, Opposition Critic for LocalGovernment, asking local government Councils to advocate through theUnion of British Columbia Municipalities for reforms to Bill 7 - LocalGovernment Statutes Amendment Act (0530-05).

9-9 Letter dated April 14, 2008, from C. Shepard, ActNow BC, requestingapproval to bring the ActNow BC Road to Health Tour to Heritage ParkJune 14to 17,2008, and to use shore power, if available (0400-01).


9-10 Letter dated April 15, 2008, from J. Lecourt, Canadian Parents for French,requesting donation of passes for youth activities coordinated by the Townof Smithers, for a fundraising draw (0530-05, 8000-01).

9-11 Letter dated April 4, 2008, from L. Reid, Minister of State, seekingnominations for Child Care Awards of Excellence (0400-20).

9-12 Letterdated April 15,2008, from D. Chatfield, offering her resignation asEmergency Social Services Director, effective May 8, 2008 (7130-01,0360-20).

9-13 Letter dated April 5, 2008, from R. Holoien, Chief Operating Officer, NWHSDA, Northern Health, to the North West Regional Hospital DistrictBoard, replying to Mayor Davidson's letter (attached) regarding kidneydialysis services (0400-80).

9-14 Letter dated April 16, 2008, from the Smithers Lions Club, in support ofkidney dialysis services in the Bulkley Valley (0400-80).

10. CORRESPONDENCE (B) ITEMS - RECEIVE AND REPLY

11. CORRES NCE IBI ITEMS . RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION

11-1 Letter dated March 25, 2008, from E. Benedict, Chairperson, RegionalDistrict of Bulkley-Nechako, to the Ministry of Tourism, Sports, and Arts(0400-55, 0230-20).

11-2 Letter dated March 3'1, 2008, from Mayor J. Townsend, Village ofValemount, to the Northern Rockies Regional District regarding sharedconcerns about the provincial carbon tax legislation (0400-50).

11-3 Letter dated March 19, 2008, from2010 Legacies Now advising that theTown's application to the Measuring Up Accessibility and lnclusion Fundwas approved (0360-20).

11-4 News Release dated April 8, 2008, from the Ministry of Energy, Mines andPetroleum Resources, announcing the new Oil and Gas Activities Act(0400-20).

11-5 Email dated April 4, 2008, from Civic lnfo BC fonruarding the letter datedMarch 11, 2008, from W. Kay, Chief Administrative Officer, District ofColdstream, urging the provincial government to apply carbon tax funds toprojects related to transit (0400-50).

Agenda of the Regular Meeting of Council being held April 22,2008.P o

11-6 Letter dated March 25,2008, from Senator M. Jaffer, presenting astatement honouring Rosemary Brown, the first black woman in Canadaelected to a provincial legislature (0400-40).

11-7 Letter dated April 4, 2008, from M. Xiao, Regional Director, FinancialManagement and Accounting Operations, Corporate ManagementBranch, Pacific Region, RCMP, requesting the Town take the revised PerCapita rate into account when submitting the Municipal PolicingExpenditure Cap letter of confirmation (7400-02).

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11-9

11-10

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11-12

11-13

11-14

11-15

11-16

Letters dated March 31,2008, from the Ministry of Attorney General andMinister Responsible for Multiculturalism, to A. Walker advising that theBC 150 Mosaic Grant application "The Smithers Story" was not successful(0400-20).

Email dated April 10,2008, from B. McGonigal to Francois Depeyregarding naming of the Bulkley and Morice rivers (0530-05).

Letter dated April 10, 2008, from J. McCaffrey, Real Estate Foundation ofBritish Columbia, advising that the Foundation will not invite a grantapplication for community trail development projects (7710-01 , 1855-01).

Letter dated April 9, 2008, from MATI representatives thankingD. Sargent, Chief Administrative Officer, for contributing to the CommunityPlanning for Non-Planners session at MATI 5 (0220-01).

Draft document entitled, "lnvesting in the North" regarding purchase orlease of Crown Land (6750-20).

Email dated April 15, 2008, from Civiclnfo, forwarding a letter from theMinister Responsible for Housing, regarding new green requirements forenergy and water efficiency, included in the BC Building Code, effectiveSeptember 5, 2008 (0400-20).

Memorandum dated April 4, 2008, from the Union of British ColumbiaMunicipalities, announcing that second round funding applications arebeing accepted for the Farmed Animal Mass Carcass Disposal Program(0230-30).

Letter dated March 28, 2008, from Senator Mobina Jaffer, advising thatApril 25, 2008, is World Malaria Day and promoting the BUY-A-NETinitiative (0400-40).

Approved routine request form to allow the Smithers District Chamber ofCommerce to conduct the Northwest Trade Expo April 11 and 12, 2008(0300-02).

Agenda of the Regular Meeting of Council being held April 22,2008P 7

11-17 Approved routine request form for Minerals North, April 17 and 18, 2008(0300-02).

12. CORRESPONDENGE (C) ITEMS

13. CORRESPONDENCE (D) ITEMS

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13-2

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13-10

13-11

2007 Annual Reporf , Pacific Northern Gas Ltd.

YLW Connection, Kelowna lnternational Airport Magazine, Spring 2008.

2007 Annual Repoft, Municipal lnsurance Association of British Columbia.

Transition, BC Coalition of People with Disabilities, Spring 2008.

Access West, Western Economic Diversification Canada, Winter 2008.

Growing Tomorrow, lnvestment Agricultural Foundation of BritishColumbia, Winter/Spring 2008.

Amendments to the Preliminary Report, British Columbia ElectoralBoundaries Commission.

No¡fhwesú Business, April 2008.

Busrness Peace Cariboo, April 2008.

Treaty Commission Update, March 2008.

Age-Friendly Rural and Remote Communities: A Guide, releasedDecember 2007, an initiative of the Federal/ProvincialÆerritorial MinistersResponsible for Seniors (0400-20).

14. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS APPROVED FOR DISCUSSION

15. OTHER/NEW BUSINESS

16. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

17. NOTIGE OF SPECIAL (IN.CAMERAI MEETING(S) OF COUNCIL PURSUANTTO SECTION 92 OF THE COMMUNITY CHARTER.

18. ADJOURNMENT

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TOWN OF SMITHERSREGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL

TUESDAY, APRIL 22,2008, AT 7:30 P.M

IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS

1027 ALDOUS STREET, SMITHERS, B.C

SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA

14. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS

14-1 Budget Schedule A1 of "Bylaw 1579 - Five-Year (2008-2012) FinancialPlan". This replaces agenda page 8-2-a)-4.

14-2 Letter dated April 1 1, 2008, from A. Hoffman, Ministry of Energy, Minesand Petroleum Resources, inviting Mayor Davidson to attend theProvincial Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition and evening awardceremony on June 7 ,2008 (5280-18, 0400-20).

14-3 Email dated April 18,2008, from S. Kruger, Northern Health, forwarding apress release regarding Positive Living North West transition of services(0400-80).

14-4 Email dated April 14, 2008, from L. Dorey, District Services Manager,Bulkley Stikine District, Ministry of Transportation, inviting Mayor Davidsonto S. Uyesugi's retirement dinner on April 27,2008 (0220-01).

14-5 Verbal report from A. Hillaby, Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultureregarding recent recreation grants.

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TOWN OF SMITHERS

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held in Council Chambers, 1027 Aldous Street,Smithers, 8.C., on Tuesday, April 8,2008, at 7:30 p.m.

Council Present

Media Present: A. Della Palme, The Peak; K. Koppitz, CFTK-TV, and Q. Bender, The InteriorNews.

Public Present: M. Bandstra, C. Northrup, J. Penninga, F. Tomlin, and Y. Tomlin

CALL TO ORDER

1. Mayor Davidson called the meeting to order (7:47 p.m.).

APPROVAL OF AGENDA (includinq Supplemental ltems)

Jim Davidson, MayorNorm Adomeit, CouncillorCathryn Bucher, CouncillorCress Farrow, CouncillorBill Goodacre, CouncillorJo Ann Groves, CouncillorLorne Benson, Councillor.

14.08.0224AGENDAAPPROVAL

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Staff Present:Deborah Sargent, Ch ief Ad ministrative OfficerSusan Bassett, Director of Corporate ServicesLeslie Ford, Financial Ad ministrator/Col lectorMark Allen, Director of Development ServicesAndrew Hillaby, Director of Recreation, Parks and CultureKelly Zacharias, Airport Manager/Deputy Fire ChiefWilf Taekema, Director of Works and OperationsPenny Goodacre, Recording Secretary.

Staff Excused:James Kotai, Corporate Administrative/H.R. AssistantKeith Stecko, Fire Chief.

Facsimile dated April 4, 2008, from T. Pratt, Ministry of Tourism, Sportand the Arts, presenting the Ski Smithers Access Plan (0230-20).

Notice regarding the OCP Review community-wide survey.

"Eylaw No. 1577 - Wetzin'kwa Communitv Forest Municipal ServiceEstablishment"

Adoption.

. Letter dated April 8, 2008, from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako approving Bylaw No. 1577.

Advisory Planning Commission - Member Applications (Attachmentbelonging to Mayor's Report 6-7-1).

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Farrow/AdomeitTHAT Council approves the agenda, and the following supplemental items fordiscussion later in the meeting (where appropriate or under Section 14):

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3-108.0225REGMAR 25

4-108.0226ITEMSMADEPUBLIC

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Adomeit/BensonTHAT the minutes of the Regurar Meeting of council held March 25, 200g, beadopted by amending page 6, item #11-4 to state dividends paiá out was$99.01 and interest earned 91,734.63.


BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

Adomeit/FarrowTHAT Report ADM 08-020 dated March 26,2009, from s. Bassett, Acting chiefAdministrative Officer, regarding items being made public from the Speðial (ln-Camera) Meeting of Council held March. 11,200g, be received;AND THAT the following items be placed on the public agenda:

8. çQ-REF?PoNaE-/^!.çE / REpoRrs LEGAL / LANpt _ ACrtoN AS

^tEcEssARy ("A').

8'2 !?!,te chanse in Lease - watter's wetdins to Atpine Hotdinss Ltd.2005

Farrow/AdomeitT_HAT Report ADM 08-014 dated March 4, 2oog, from s. Basseff,Director of corporate sentices, requesting approval for change inlease (walter's welding Ltd. to Atpine Hotdings 2oo5) and ãttowthe construction of a fence around the premises, Þe receîved(LeaseVault).AND THAT council approve the change of Lessee name fromWalter'sWelding Ltd. To Alpine Holdings 2005.AND THAT Council allow úäe Lessee to construct a fence aroundthe premises per conditìons laid out in this repoñ.GARRIED UNANTMOUSLY. oï-otu

8-3 Ame!?dment to,sewer Riaht-oî-Wav to tnctude Perimeter Trait UseBucher PropeñvFarrow/GoodacreTHAT Repoñ DEv 0g-022 dated March 4, 2oog, from M. AIIen,Director of Development seruices, requesting approval to amendthe sewer right-of-way agreement with Bucher to include theperimeter trail use on her propeñy, be received (2J60-20;VaulUAgreements).

AND THAT council approve proceeding with amending the sewerright-of-way agreement to include the perimeter trail use onBucher's propeñy.

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AND THAT Sfaff consider recognition to the Bucher's ín the formof signage or a plaque on a park bench for allowing the use of theperimeter trail on a section of their properly at no cost to the Townof Smithers.

CARRIEDUNANIMOUSLY. 08-045CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

PETITIONS AND DELEGATIONS

5-1BV MUSEUM

08.0227SWISSFLAGS ATCENTRALPARK BLD

6-1-108.0228FALL FAIRMAR 18

Ferqus Tomlin, Bulklev Vallev Historical and Museum Societv (7930-02, 0530-05):

F. Tomlin, Museum Director, Bulkley Valley Historical and Museum Society,requested permission to raise and attach two Swiss flags to the exterior of theCentral Park Building. One flag over the main entrance and one flag on the sideof the building facing the Tourism Centre, from May 9, 2008 to September 9,2008, during the Bulkley Valley Historical and Museum Society's "The BulkleyValley, My Little Switzerland" exhibition.

F. Tomlin also requested assistance finding an off-site location for the 2007Dutch exhibition "From Windmills to Sawmills and Beyond" along Main Street.He stated that the display area at the Central Park Building is too small tohouse both the Swiss and Dutch Exhibitions. The Dutch exhibition requires 30running feet of wall space and floor space for a jeweler's cabinet to display 3Dartifacts. F. Tomlin stated that he would prefer a Main Street location, to tie inwith the "Culture Crawl" from the Museum to the Old Church Gardens andback.

Discussion occurred over the manning of the Dutch Exhibition. F. Tomlinreplied that he has applied for a grant for four summer students to assist at theDutch Exhibition, as well as volunteers and regular Museum staff membersbeing on site.

Benson/AdomeitTHAT Council approve the request to raise and attach two Swiss flags to theexterior of the Central Park Building, one over the main entrance and one onthe side of the building facing the Tourism Centre, from May 9, 2008 toSeptember 9, 2008, during the Bulkley Valley Historical and Museum Society's"The Bulkley Valley, My Little Switzerland" exhibition.


COUNCIL REPORTS:

GOUNCILLOR ADOMEIT

AdomeiUFarrowTHAT the minutes of the Fall Fair Management Committee meeting heldMarch 18' 2008' be received (0360-20)'

.ARRTED uNANrMousLy.

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RESCUE

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6-3-108.0229RDBNMAR 26

6-3-208.0230RDBNBYLAW 1463

6-3-308.0231NWRHDKIDNEYDIALYSIS

6-3-408.0232OBACMAR 1

6-3-5V'HOOFPELLETrLAI\ I

lrlayor Davicjson reminciecj Councii of the upcoming Mine Rescue Competitionbeing held in June at the Fall Fair Grounds.

COUNCILLOR BUCHER

None.

COUNCILLOR FARROW

FarroMAdomeitTHAT the minutes of Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako meetings heldMarch 6, 2008, be received: a) Meeting No. s;

-o) Environmental bervice

committee; and c) strategic Developmentãnd Alcan Liaison committee.


FarroMAdomeitTHAT the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Bylaw No. 1463 forremuneration of Directors and Alternate Directors, be receìved.


Farrow/AdomeitTHAT the minutes of the North West Regional Hospital District StatutoryMeeting_ and Regular Board Meeting held Jañuary 25, ioOg, and report datedMarch 25, 2008, presenting a resolution regarding Kidney Dialysis ñeeds, bereceived.


FarroWAdomeitTHAT the minutes of the Omineca Beetle Action Coalition Board of DirectorsMeeting held March 1, 2008, be received (0230-40).


councillor Farrow informed council that he, councillor Goodacre, M. Allen,Director of Development Services, and J. Penninga, Regional District BulkleyNechako Rural Area "4" Director, toured the peìler ptant in vancerhoof cnApril4, 2008.

He stated that the plant was a source of alternative heating and that theVanderhoof people will be coming to smithers on Thursday, nprit 10, 200g, at1:30 p.m. to have a tour of the Bulkley Valley Regional Pool and RecreaiionGentre and Civic Centre to determine tlreir eligíOit¡ty1o be an alternative heatingpilot project with the mobile pellet plant.

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COUNCILLOR GOODACRE

Goodacre/BucherTHAT Report ADM 08-021 dated April 2, 2008, from Councillor Goodacre,recommending appointments to the Sustainable Smithers Advisory Committee,be received;

AND THAT Council ratifies the Mayor's appointment of the following six (6)members of the public .for a term of one year: a) Linda Robertson;b) Nikki Skuce; c) Meg Hobson; d) Greg Brown; e) Andrew Watson; andf) Greg Tamblyn;

AND THAT Council ratifies the Mayor's appointment of one SmithersSecondary School Green Team student - Katherine Harrison to the seventh(7th) member of the Gommittee (0360-20).


6-4-108.0233SUSTAIN-ABLESMITHERSADVISORYCOMMITTEE

6-4-2POOL HALL

6-5-108.0234ECON DEVAPR 1

6-6-108.0235VISITORINFO STATS

6-6-2TOURISMPLAN

Councillor Goodacre brought up the subject of reviewing the current Bylaw thatforbids a pool hall facility being established on Main Street. Discussionsoccurred over the history of pool halls. lt was stated that if a privateorganization would like to open a pool hall, the issue can be addressed at thattime. The Town is also undertaking a Downtown design a Charette, that willlook at all aspects of Main Street, as part of the Official Community PlanReview taking place this year.

COUNGILLOR GROVES

Groves/FarrowTHAT the minutes of the Economic Development Committee meeting heldApril 1, 2008, be received (0360-20).

GARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

COUNCILLOR BENSON

Benson/AdomeitTHAT the Visitor lnformation Statistics from the Smithers District Chamber ofGommerce for the period ending March 31, 2008, be received (0230-20).


Councilor Benson stated that the official unveiling of the Tourism AdvisoryCommittee "Community Tourism Fund Strategy" took place on Monday,March 31, 2008, at the Hudson Bay Lodge. He stated that the Committee willbe reviewing the Strategy and will submit a report back to Council. He statedthat copies of the Strategy are available at the Town Hall for Council to review.

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14-408.0236ADVISORYPLANNINGCOMMISSION

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HANOVERGIFT

MAYOR DAVIDSON

Farrow/Bucher

IHAI lhe Advisory Planning Commission Member Applications table, missingfrom Mayor's Repo* 6-7-1' be received

.ARRTED uNANrMousLy.

Goodacre/BucherTHAT Report ADM 08-017 dated April 2, 2oog, from Mayor Davidson,recommending appointments to the Advisory planning cómmission bereceived;

AND THAT the Mayor appoint the following seven (7) members of the public fora one-year term to the Advisory planning commission: a) william Garner;b) David Pellow; c) sgt Ray Haugen; ãl Nicola papps; e) Eerik Lilties;f) Frank Farrell; and g) Jack Bovill.


Groves/FarrowTHAT council amend the Terms of Reference for the Advisory planningcommission to change the membership from a maximum ot'seven lz¡members of the public to a maximum of eight (g) members of the public.


Goodacre/Bucher

Il-lAT the_Mayor appoint_F-rank wray as the eighth (gth) member of the AdvisoryPlanning Commission (0360-20).


Groves/FarrowTHAT the letters dated April 4 and March 13, 2009, from Mayor Davidson to theNorthwest Regional Hospitar Board regarding kidney diatysis needs, bereceived (0400-80).


Benson/AdomeitTHAT the ietter dated April 3, 2oog, from B. Maskiewich presenting a gift (book)from Mayor Maskell of Hanover, ontario, to smithers, Máyor and council on theoccasion of the Midget Minor Hockey youth Exchange, be received (0220-01).


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STAFF (A) REPORTS

7A-108.0242RUNWAYPAVING

7A-208.0243BOARTLONGYEARLEASES

7A-308.0244TRAFFICMARKING

14-108.0245SKISMITHERSACCESSPLAN

7A-408.0246SKI & RIDERESORTMASTERPLAN

7B-108.0247FEBREPORTS

Bucher/FarrowTHAT Report DEV 08-32 dated April 1,2008, from M. Allen, Director ofDevelopment Services, recommending award of the Smithers Regional AirportRunway Extension - Paving and Paint Markings 2008 Contract, be received;

AND THAT Council approves the award of the Smithers Regional AirportRunway Extension - Paving and Paint Markings 2008 Contract to L.B. PavingLtd., for the submitted tender price of $1,564,601.16 (including GST) (8400-03).

CARRIED UNAN¡MOUSLY.

Adomeit/FarrowTHAT Council authorize the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to signamendments to the two leases of Boart Longyear Alberta Limited, asrecommended in Report AIR 08-05 dated April 1, 2008, from K. Zacharias,Airport Manager/Deputy Fire Chief (1640-20).


Benson/FarrowTHAT Report DEV 08-031 dated April 2, 2008, from M. Allen, Director ofDevelopment Services, recommending award of the Traffic Marking 2008Contract, be received;

AND THAT Yellowhead Line Painting of Terrace be awarded the TrafficMarking 2008 Contract for the tendered amount of $27,651.10, excluding GST(5320-20t2008-2).


FarroMBucherTHAT the facsimile dated April 4, 2008, from T. Pratt, Ministry of Tourism, Sportand the Arts, presenting the Ski Smithers Access Plan, be received (0230-20).


AdomeiUFarrowTHAT the Ministry of Tourism, Sport, and the Arts be advised that Council issatisfied that its concerns will be appropriately addressed by the mitigationsproposed and has no objections to the Ski and Ride Smithers Resort MasterPlan being finalized, as recommended in Report DEV 08-034 datedApril2,2008, from A. Walker, Planner (0230-20).


STAFF (B} REPORTS

AdomeiUFarrowTHAT the following monthly reports for February 2008, be received:a) Development Services Department; and b) Prevention and CommunitySafety.


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8-108.0248BYLAW 1576

8-208.049BYLAW 1548

08.0250

8-308.0251BYLAW 1578

08.0252

9-108.0253FLAGREQUEST

BYLAWS

"Bvfaw No. 1576 - Anti-Graffiti "

Farrow/BensonTHAT Bylaw No. 1570, cited as "Byraw No. 1s76 - Anti-Graffiti,', be adopted.


Farrow/AdomeitTHAT Bylaw No. 1.548, cited as "Bylaw No. 1549 - Local Area service (3gooBlock of second Avenue sidewalk) Establishment", as introduced in RèportDEV 08-35 dated April 2, 2008, from M. Allen, Director of DevelopmentServices, be read a first and second time.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.Benson/FarrowTHAT Bylaw No 1548, cited as "Bylaw No. 1s4g - Local Area service (3900Block of second Avenue sidewalk) Establishment", be read a third time.


AdomeiVFarrowïHAT Bylaw No. 1s78, cited as "Byraw No. lsrg - Advisory planningcommission Bylaw No. 1s75 Amendment No. og-01', be read a first andsecond time.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.AdomeiVFarrowTHAT Bylaw No. 15v8, cited as "Bylaw No. lsrg - Advisory planningcommission Bylaw No. 157s Amendment No. 0g-01", be read a third time.


CORRESPONDENCE . (A) ITEMS

AdomeiVFarrowTHAT the email dated March 2s, 2oo1, from c. and K. ward, Australia,requesting a Town of Smithers flag, be received (0S30-OS).


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9-208.0254ROYALPURPLE

9-308.0255TRANPROPOSEDDEVEL-OPMENT

9-408.0256BC WINTERGAMES

9-508.0257SPEC/ESATRISK ACT

9-608.0258LITERACYAWARDS

9-708.0259POLICINGLETTER OFCONFIRM-ATION

9-808.0260UBCM C2CFUNDING

Adomeit/FarrowTHAT the letter dated March 25,2008, from F. Smaha, Secretary, Order of theRoyal Purple, Smithers Lodge, No. 47, requesting goodie bag item(s) for theDistrict meeting being held April 19, 2008, be referred to Administration (0530-05).


Farrow/AdomeitTHAT the letter dated March 13, 2007, from K. Tran, Sunshine lnn, regardingpotential development of lots adjacent to All Season Automotive on Highway 16for a 4-storey building, and Town's reply, be received (6630-20).


FarroØBensonTHAT the letter dated March 20, 2008, from B. ln¡vin, President, NorthernBritish Columbia Winter Games Society, inviting communities to apply to hostthe 2011 and 2013 Northern BC Winter Games, be referred to Recreation toexplore the possibility of hosting the Games in Smithers (8100-20).


Bucher/FarrowTHAT the Union of British Columbia Municipalities Member Notice datedMarch 18, 2008, seeking comments on additions to Schedule One of theSpecies at Risk Act, be received (0230-30).


Farrow/BensonTHAT the letter received March 31, 2008, from B. Waite, Senior Vice-President,Corporate Social Responsibility, Canada Post, seeking nominations for 2008Canada Post Community Literacy Awards, be referred to the Smithers LibraryBoard (0530-05).


Bucher/AdomeitTHAT the letter dated March 20, 2008, from M. Xiao, Regional Director,Financial Management and Accounting Operations, Corporate ManagementBranch, Pacific Region, RCMP, presenting a sample Letter of Confirmationregarding Municipal Policing Expenditure Cap, be received (7400-02).


Goodacre/BucherTHAT Gouncil authorize Administration to apply for funding for the 200812009Gommunity to Community Forum Program, as stated in the invitation datedMarch 19, 2008, from the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (0230-30,0400-60).


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9-908.0261KIDS HELPPHONE

9-1008.0262NORTHERNTRUSTINDUSTRIALLANDPRIORITIES

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08.0263RELAY FORLIFE FEEWAIVEREQUEST

9-1208.0264GOLFTOURN.PRIZES

9-1308.0265CARING FORCHILDRENAUCTION

Farrow/GrovesTHAT the letter dated March 19, 2009, from B. Jagger, Kids Help phone BCRegional office, requesting donations to suppJrt- the Kids Help phoneanonymous phone and web counseling, referral, and information sårvice forchildren and youth, be received (OS3O-OS).


FarrodAdomeitTHAT the letter dated April 3, 2oog, from J. North, chief Executive officer,Northern Trust, rega¡ding vacant private industrial íand properties and letterdated March 14, 2008, from H. Madill, Northern lndustrial Land project,lntegrated Land Management Bureau, Ministry of Agriculture and Lands,regarding the Town's submission of industrial land priorñies to Northern Trust,be received;

AND THAT Mayor Davidson, D. sargent, D. pierre, and D. Dewit attend themeeting being held on April 1S, 20Og (6750-20, O4OO_20).


FarroMGoodacreTHAT Council approves waiving of fees for use of Chandler park field toconduct the Relay for Life, as requested in the letter received March 31, 200g,from A. lngham, Relay for Life, canadian cancer society (os3o-Os).


Benson/GrovesTHAT the registration information for the 17th Annual Greater Wet'suwet'en GolfTournament being held June 14, ZOOï, be received;

AND THAT Council authorize Councillor Adomeít to attend the golf tournament;AND THAT Administration send a door prize (0400-06).

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.Groves/BucherTHAT Council send one T-Shirt with new branding logo to the fundraising silentauction being held April 1g,2oog, as reques[ed in the letter datedMarch 15, 2008, from J. Manney, Caring for Child'ren (0530_05).


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9-1408.0266FEASIBILITYSTUDYDAVIDSONPROJECT

08.0267

9-1 508.02682ND SHEETBUILDINGCANADAPROGRAM

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Benson/GoodacreTHAT the announcement dated April 3, 2008, from Thompson Creek MetalsCompany lnc. regarding results of the feasibility study on the development ofthe Davidson molybdenum deposit, be received (5280-18).


FarroWBensonTHAT Council send a letter to Thompson Creek Metals Company lnc. (withcopies to the MLA and Minister Krueger) expressing disappointment over theoperation of the mine not being a direct benefit to the citizens of the Town ofSmithers.


AdomeiVFarrowTHAT the email dated March 26, 2008, from R. Harris, Member of Parliament,Cariboo-Prince George, advising that the Smithers Second Sheet of lce Projectwas not approved for Municipal Rural lnfrastructure Funding, but may beeligible for Building Canada Plan Program funding, be received;

AND THAT Council send a letter expressing concern over the difficulty of thelength of time to process the application, only to have it rejected. (0360-20).


CORRESPONDENCE . (B) ITEMS- RECEIVE AND REPLY

None.

CORRESPONDENGE . (B) ITEMS . RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION

Adomeit/GrovesTHAT the following correspondence be received:

11-1 Letter dated March 11, 2008, from Brian G. Windsor, Boart LongyearCanada, advising of the acquisition of Britton Brothers Diamond DrillingLtd. effective February 22,2008 (0510-01).

11-2 Email dated March 20,2008, from D. and D. Hanson, presenting a letterfrom B. Finnegan to the Ministry of Tourism, Sport, and Art, regardingthe Ski and Ride Smithers Draft Plan, and seeking support frommembers of the B.V. Backpackers (0230-20).

11-3 Memorandum dated March 19,2008, from the Union of British ColumbiaMunicipalities regarding the extension of the Gas Tax Agreement (0230-30)

11-4 Letter dated March 20,2008, from D. Taylor, Chair, BC Egg MarketingBoard, presenting the brochure "The Care of Laying Hens in Canada"and asking local governments to avoid taking a position on cage-freeeggs without having all of the facts (0530-05).

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4.1 E, Da¡i¡{ra+i^^ ;^J^-,-^¿:^- t^- rL -r-\egisiíaiion inïoi-maiion îoi- îne Zuu¿j irans canacja yeiiowheacjHighway Association conference and Annuar General Meeting beingheld April 24 to 26,2008, in Yorkton, Saskatchewan (0230-01).

future of the area (6750-20).

Memorandum dated March 31, 2008, regarding appointments to theRCMP contract Discussions: Local Government Representative andWorking Group (0230-30, 7400-02).

Email dated March 31, 2008, from the omineca Beeile Action coalition,presenting the Terrace standard newspaper article "Miners Lay outCash for Power Line" dated March 28, 2OOg (0230-40).

Letter dated March 19, 2OOB, from C. par8C150 Years Secretariat, advising that a Bfor the sum of $6,000 for the 25th Annual(0360-20).


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CORRESPONDENCE . (C) ITEMS

None.

CORRESPONDENCE . (DI ITEMS

AdomeiUFarrowTHAT the following correspondence, as routed, be received for information:13-1 The Woodland Almanac, Spring 2008, Federation of British Columbia

Woodlot Associations.13-2 Power Grab: BC Rivers and streams af Rrsk, winter/spring, western

Canada Wilderness Committee.13-3 BC Forest Professional, March-April 200g, Association of BC Forest

Professionals.13-4 Northword, April/May 2008.13-5 Spirit of BC, Spring 2008.


SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED FOR DISCUSSION

See SectionTA-4.

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14-308.0272BYLAW 1577

Bucher/GrovesTHAT the notice regarding the OCP Review community-wide survey, bereceived.


Bvlaw No. 1577 Wetzin'kwa Communitv Forest Municioal ServiceEstablishment"

Bucher/FarrowTHAT the letter dated April 8, 2008, from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako approving "Bylaw No. 1577 - Wetzin'kwa Community Forest MunicipalService Establishment", be received;

AND THAT Bylaw No. 1577, cited as "Bylaw No. 1577 - Wetzin'kwa CommunityForest Municipal Service Establishment", be adopted.


See Section 6-7-1

OTHER BUSINESS/NEW BUSINESS

P. Goodacre, Municipal Records Clerk, stated that she attended the 2008 JunoAwards that were held in Calgary, April 6, 2008, where Alex Cuba won "WorldAlbum of the Yea/' for his album "Agua del Pozo". This is his second Junoaward.

S. Bassett, Director of Corporate Services, informed Council that the RCMPStaff Service Recognition Luncheon has been moved to Friday, April 25,2008,at the Council Chambers.

Councillor Goodacre informed Council of the passing of Swiss pioneerJohn Grieder last week.

Councillor Farrow thanked D. Sargent, Chief Administrative Officer, and stafffor the Council Goals and Priority Setting Workshop over the past two days. Hestated that it was a very positive experience.

Councillor Adomeit apologized for not being able to attend the Council Goalsand Priority Setting Workshop over the past two days.

M. Allen, Director of Development Services, informed Council that the Townhas received a "Measuring Up the North" grant. He stated that CouncillorGroves is the liaison and a Working Group would be created.

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irllayor Davicison thanked councii and staff for working through the budgetprocess together. He thanked L. Ford, Financial Administrator, ior making Ihebudget process easy and understandable.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

F' Ïomlin introduced his wife Y. Tomlin, who has moved to Smithers six monthsago from China. Y. Tomlin stated that she loves living in Smithers, with theclean air and beautiful mountains. She stated her hometown has over 3 millionresidents living there. F. Tomlin thanked Council for welcoming his wife andstated he is very honoured and touched to be at the meeting tonight.

N9ilgF OF SPEG|AL ( ctl PURSUANTTO SECTION 92 OF THE COMMUNITY CHARTER

Benson/GrovesTHAT, pursuant to Section 92 of the Community Charter, Council gives noticeand exercises its authority and excludes the media and the public] except formunicipal staff, from the Special (ln-Camera) Meeting of Council following thisOpen Regular Meeting of Council to deal with matterJ fatting under Sectio-n 90,subsections 1 andlor 2.


ADJOURNMENT

Adomeit/GoodacreTHAT the Regular Meeting of Council be adjourned (9:23 p.m.).


James A. DavidsonMayor

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Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of Council Held in Council Chambers,1027 Aldous Street, Smithers, 8.C., on Wednesday, April 2,2008, at Noon.

Council Present:Jim Davidson, MayorLorne Benson, CouncillorCathryn Bucher, CouncillorCress Farrow, CouncillorBill Goodacre, CouncillorJo Ann Groves, Councillor.

Council Excused:Norm Adomeit, Councillor

Presenters:

Public Present:

Staff Present:Deborah Sargent, Chief Administrative OfficerSusan Bassett, Director of Corporate ServicesMark Allen, Director of Development ServicesJan McKay, Recording Secretary.

Staff Excused:James Kotai, Gorporate Administrative/H.R. AssistantLeslie Ford, Financial Administrator/CollectorAndrew Hillaby, Director of Recreation, Parks and CultureKeith Stecko, Fire ChiefKelly Zacharias, Airport Manager/Deputy Fire ChiefWilf Taekema, Director of Works and Operations.

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Media Present: Q. Bender, The lnterior News

K. Penney, L. Lalonde, and D. Ford, of Shell Canada lnc.

G. Allen, R. Austin, T. Bachrach, M. Bassett, P. Bassett, P. Brienesse,Chief Madeek J. Brown, N. Charlton, C. Collingwood, F. Depey, D. DeWit,Chief Kloum Khun A. Gagnon, T. Harris, S. Hidber, B. Huntington, ChiefGisdaywa A. Joseph, S. MacPhail, Chief Wígetemschol D. Michell Sr.,M. Namox, M. Nelligan, J. Penninga, J. Ridsdale, M. Smith, T. Smith,G. Wadley, C. Walker, M. Young, and R. Zitkauskas.

CALL TO ORDER/INTRODUCTIONS

Mayor Davidson called the meeting to order (12:10 p.m.).

Mayor Davidson acknowledged the First Nations representatives present in thegallery. He introduced the delegation from Shell Canada lnc.: a) Kathy Penney,Klappan Commercial and Regulatory Manager; b) Larry Lalonde, SeniorCommunications Representative, Exploration and Production; and c) Doug Ford,Contractor, Shell Klappan.

PRESENTATION

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Q. ls it possible to find gas, without water?A. Yes.

an the water to be trucked away be processed?can be treated or put in a disposal well. There are many in Bc and Alberta.

Q' What is the difference, technically, in the way Shell would drill in the Klappancompared to how other companies have drilled?

A. The wells drilled by Shell are deeper. The Oil and Gas Commission has strictregulations. The old wells drilled in the early 1980's probably do not havecasings nor were they plugged when abandoned.

Q' How do you know there wourd be no reaks from the bottom?A. .Gas is already seeping up from the whole area. Methane seeps naturally.

You have to stimulate coar to get g as to flow, Fracturing is doné to open upcracks. lt's very controlled.

Q. Shell has been working with the Tahltan. What about the concerns of thelskut Band Council?

A. We are always aware of Band Council resolutions. The Tahltan ran a pressrelease stating that the Tahltan want development to be sustainable. Shellwants to get accurate information to those communities and will continue todialogue. An invitation has not been extended to us for a meeting.We realize there is diverse opinion. lt is complex. We have to earn trust andcredibility. we want to show the lskut the way that shellwilldo it.It's the same in every community. We are willing to meet with the KablonaKeepers.

Q. Based on your experience with other projects, how many wells or how muchgas would you need for it to be an econcmically viable, long-term projec,t?_ would you go into the Kispiox Vailey? woutd theie be gs or g50o welis?'A. We don't have a development plan at this point. We will not know until the

next fourteen exploration wells are drilled and it can be determined whetheror not the gas can flow. we are in the early days and only have three datapoints.

Q' ls the oil sands project typical of your environmental record and are youproud of that record?

A. Yes.

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QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE GALLERY

David DeWit, Natural Resources Manager, Office of the Wet'suwet'en, advisedthat the Wet'suwet'en Chiefs are here to: a) support the Tahltan; b) receiveinformation; c) maintain rights and titles, i.e. to ensure diligence andconsultation; and d) hear about Shell's sustainable principles. He added thatShell's principles refer to sustainable development and emphasized that coalbedmethane is a non-renewable resource.

Alphonse Gaqnon (Chief Kloum Khun) commented that: a) he believes Shell andthe government have caused a division between the Tahltan and lskut; b) heparticipated in the roadblock, set up by the Kablona Keepers, with people of allages, where charges were laid; c) the people of Fort Chippewan, impacted bythe tar sands, fear that the Athabasca River could be destroyed and they will bemoved off the land, due to health reasons; d) he has heard that the gas comingout of the test wells in Telkwa can be lit up; and e) BC Land Sales has "kickedthe heck out of the Wet'suwet'en".

Regarding the roadblock, K. Penney explained the legal action taken by Shell toacquire access, stating that the injunctive application adjourned on August 29and that no further legal action has been taken.

Jeff Brown (Chief Madeek) advised that: a) he participated in the roadblock andprotest marches in Smithers; b) he is concerned about the Skeena River, as hiscommunity is based on fishing; and c) pristine valleys in Wyoming's PowderRiver Basin are now desert and farmers there are angry.

Q. Does the recent closure of two Shell service stations in the Bulkley Valleyhave anything to do with the proposed developments?

A. No.

Doug Ford stated that Shell organized a tour two years ago to show how thingsshould be done and that Shell has been open and transparent.

Gene Allen, who lives on the Skeena River in the Kispiox Valley, stated that:a) he has worked in the oil and gas industry in the past; b) his previoussupervisor cautioned "don't let coalbed methane into your valley"; c) this is a pilotproject which also involves the Nass and should not be done at the SacredHeadwaters.

Doug Ford advised that Shell engages, listens, informs, and is transparent andthat there is misinformation out there. He assured that, over time, the public willsee that Shell is very responsible.

Francois Depev, GIS Coordinator, Office of the Wet'suwet'en.

Q. ls Shell's presentation a public relations tactic, due to the associated riskshaving to do with it being a watershed(s) location?

A. Shell is here by invitation. Shell wants to reach out to the broadercommunity, so that people have a chance to ask their questions directly.

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Javlor Bachrach exprained that: a) he is a supporter of sound deveropment;b) his concern is around wird sarmon; c) the tenure incrudes the skeenawatershed and two. others; and d) price waterhouse coopers attributes 9110million of the overall economy to Skeena salmon and this estimate is believed tobe conservative.

Q How many of the fourteen wells are in the skeena watershed.A. Eight.

Q. Why has Shell been unable to obtain a water sample.A. we did not get water and wiil test in different *"ys this year.

Carrie Collinqwood

Q. ln this vast area,^how many linear feet of roadway will be developed toaccess the valleys?

A' We do not know the answer to that yet. Shell will seek to minimize thefootprint. Helicopter-assisted drilling máy be used to access the other twovalleys.

Clint Walker asked the following questions:

O lf Shell has been able to determine a timeline, why is an estimate of thenumber of wells to be drilled unknown?lf natural forces were to cause shearing, how would you stop that? what isthe integrity of the well casings and steel liners?Regarding trucking. water away, how many truckloads are expected andwhat willthat impact be?There is natural seepage during fracturing. Will we see an increase (inseepage)?

A All seismic criteria would be considered. Standard engineering and designrequirements are used in other areas around the world. shell !sknowledgeáble about mountain wells. An emergency response plan wouldbe put into effect if a well were to be sheared ouõ to ie¡smic activity.The commitment to truck water away is for the early phase of the project.There was no water at three test wellé.Regarding fracturing, gas flows to the point of lowest pressure.

Phil Brienesse asked the following questions:

Q' How does taking the Kablona Keepers to court demonstrate relationshipbuilding? ls Shell proud of its track r lcord in the oil sands, where 6 barrets offresh water are used for each barrel of oil, and of its record in Nigeria?

A. Shell would do things differently than what was done at the powder RiverBasi1, Regarding Nigeria, refer to Royal Dutch Shell's website which statesthat shell commits to changes in the way some things were done there.Shell has operated successfully in Canada. We recognize that we have toearn trust and you will be seeing more of us.

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Montv Bassett, previously a researcher in the Spatsizi, stated that theHeadwaters is critical caribou habitat.

Q. Willthere be flaring at the pilot wells in the three valleys?A. Coalbed gas produces for a longer time than other gases. There will not be

perpetual flaring. The plan is to get the gas into the pipeline as soon aspossible.

Q. The geology of the area has strata going every which way and there hasbeen no mention of natural methane migration. ln a normal well, of eastslope, how much gas is retrieved and how much is lost? Literature shows25o/o to 4Qo/o is captured.

A. Methane is not escaping into the air. The technology does not exist to extractall of it.

Merran Smith

Q. Has Shell ever developed coalbed methane in Canada, and if not, whyexperiment here?

A. No, but developing coalbed methane is similar to other gases. This is not anexperiment.People on our team have experience with coalbed methane.

Q. Has coalbed methane ever been developed in a salmon-bearing watershed?A. We can look into that worldwide.

Q. Would Shell put up a bond, due to the high risk, to compensate for jobs lost ifthere were damage?

A. The mining industry commonly posts bonds for reclamation work.There have been wells dril]ed in salmon-bearing watersheds.

Tonv Harris commented that food security issues are of global concern and herewe have protein swimming right up to us. He added that the average personcannot buy a car without security and asked what security Shell is putting down.

Mayor Davidson thanked everyone for attending. He asked the presenters tokeep in mind that the people here today are inextricably tied to our fresh water.Fresh water and steelhead attribute to the region's success as a fishing andguide outfitters destination, and have supported long-term businesses.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m.

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Klappan CBG Activities

April 2008

BC O¡l and Gas Facts

Pipelines in BC. Aboul 32,400 km of natural gas-gathering and lransmission

lines. About 2,765 km of provincielly-regulated oil and natural gas

liquid p¡pel¡nes

Gas Plants in BC. Gas ¡s procêssed at 47 plants and central dehydrators in

NEBC, (many of which recover sulphur and l¡qu¡d by-products)

. Major gas plants located in Taylor, Fort Nelson and p¡neRiver

. Oil processed in ref¡nery in prince George, then lransportedby pipel¡ne to Kãmloops, then to Vancouver and Wash¡ngton

BC O¡l and Gas Facts

Oil and gas exploration and production has stronghistory in BC. O¡l and gas exploration has been ongoing since l9S2 in

NEBC. About'19,500 welts heve been drilled ¡n BC to date

. Morethan l,400wetls driiled lastyear, of which,.t,122 werefornaluEl gas

. Curently, there are over 6,600 prcducing gas wells in BC. Production of nalural gas ¡s about 1.16 tcf per year or about

2 I bcf per day. Br¡tish Columbians use O 7 bcf per day

Presentation Overv¡ew

. Overview of oil atd gas ¡n BC. Shell Canada Energy Snapshot

Our Sustainable Development principles. Our interests in the Klappan

. Past Activities

. 2007 Program. Why Shell?

. Environmental Management

BC O¡l and Gas FactsPelroleum industry act¡vities are vitalto Br¡tish Columb¡â'seconomy. GeneEtes

thousandss¡gnm€nt econom¡c wealth eadr year and emptoysol British Columb¡ans

. BC is Canada's second largest natural gas producer and 4rhlargest crude oil producer

. The petroleum industry d¡recily employs nearly 12,OOO Brit¡shColumb¡ans

. Natural gas ¡s s¡ngle largest conlr¡butor to provincial govemmenlrevenues of any natural resource owned by British Columbians _

$2.2 B¡llion (2006). More than forestry and mining.. The petroleum industry invested $4 7 biilion ¡n BC (2006)

Shell Ganada Energy

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and gas - cannot keep up w¡th the growth in energydemand.. Even w¡th huge imprcvements in energy efficiency and

subslantial growlh ¡n renewables, lossil fuels w¡ll Ãfill be tÀemajor part of the energy mix by mid æntury

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Sustainable Development

. Shell's commitment toSustainableDevelopment(Economic, Social,Environmental) is a keyelement of our BusinessPrinciples

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Baseline environmental studies 2004 - present

2004 drill program conf¡rmed the presence ofnatural gas

Tested for water during 2004 drill program butunable to obtain a water sample

More work required to determine !f the gas ispreserf in sufficient quantity, j! it can becommerc¡ally produced and !! there ¡s waterassoc¡ated with the resource

Hobbit Location Before Pad Construct¡on (2004

BC Railgrade

Hobbit Location After Pad Construction (2004)

Summit Location After pad Construction Drilling Site (Hobbit)

Drilling Sìtes (Hobb¡t)Community Engagement Focus

s been the lskut and Tahltanbroade¡ Tahltan ømmun¡l,y _ asoutside of the Klappan

D¡alogue with the elected Tahttqn leadeßh¡p (TCC, lFN, andTBC), community grolps (Klabona feeperi), èf¿eri, aniìtlËDroader community since 2004

Office in D€ase Lake s¡nce 2OO5

Many community meetings

Newsletters to thê broader Tâhltan

Klappan lnit¡alive 2OO7

Regional outreach to communities of Sm¡thêrs, Terace,Houston, Hazelton and Stewart

S hel I's 2007 l20OB ActivitiesRoad Repa¡rRepais to lhe Ealue Lake Road and the abandoned Eilwav bed aEongoing ¡n order to bring the neæssary €qu¡pmenf fo tã póeaìËãsafely.

Determ¡ne whether gas w¡ll flowRænterand test 2 of 3 eisling rells and lhe drilling of newwells.Fully liænsed for 14 new wells.

Determíne ¡fthere w¡ll be produced waterDetemine f lheæ is water assoc¡ated with lhe resou@ and. if thêEis, how much and of what quatity (i.e., fresh or sal¡nãi

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Use.ptev¡ously dlslurbed locations whete poss¡ble tom¡n¡m¡ze env¡ronmental ¡mpact

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Our commitments 2008 Program

l. Produced Water

- N9 surface discharge of produced water

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Footpr¡nt

- Use pre-existing d¡sturbed areas where possible

Broad engagement- Commun¡æte act¡vely w¡th Tahltan and regional @mmunities

Road Repair - Site A km 24.5

Road Repair - Site B km 29



Road Repair - Site B km 29

Competence anci Experience

Shell knows drilling. lf there is a commercial resource - best developed by

one large company that is committed to sustainabledevelopment rather than multiple smaller companies- More than 90 years of exper¡ence

- S¡milar dr¡ll¡ng process as for other natural gas wells

- Successfully drilled and recla¡med thousands of wellsthroughout the world in numerous climates, topography andgeologi€l formations

- Exper¡ence working w¡th produced water

- Technology-focused ênd ¡nnovative

Partners in planning

Shell will d¡scuss ¡ ¡t¡es wjth theTahltan leadership, n community,reg¡onal commun¡t¡e

Shell is w¡lling to work w¡th the Tahltan on longlerm land useplanning

- Shell ¡s @mmitted lo working w¡th the Tahltan to ensure acoord¡nated and susta¡nable ¡ndustry approach to o¡l & gas, m¡n¡ng,forestry, power or tourism developmênijwithin the regiôn "'

- 2008 work w¡ll prov¡de impolant input into future Tãhltan land useplanning

Environmental Management Approach

as well as theour facilities have less

. Strive to re-use pre-disturbed sites e.o. coalexploration sites, rail-beds, gravel pits, ãccess roads,etc.

. Develop and applv innovative oractises for site andfield deVelopmêht that will minimise environmentaleffecls.

. Use Shell and lndustry best pract¡ces in conductingCBG activities-

Sustainable Development

. Shell is committed to Sustainable Development andresponsible environmental practices

- We have an exællent lrack re@rd working w¡lh locãl communit¡esright acrcss Canada

- lf exploEtion Esults ¡ndi€te that plann¡ng should progress, Shellhas both the financ¡al resources and the depth of experienæ to doa prciect right

Build upon on past work

Shell Klappan Environmental Studies 2004 -2006

. Environmental Assessment of drilling locations(2004t2oo5)

. Reg¡onal surface water sampting (2004t2005i2006)

. Habitat and ecosystem mapping (2004)

. Winter ungulate habitat study (winter 2005). Regional Rare Plant Survey (2005)

. Disturbance mapping (2005/06)

. Aquatic resource assessment (2006)

Future Environmental Studies

Shell Klappan Environmental Studies - long term. Bu¡ld relationsh¡ps to help better understand local/community

concems ând ¡ntegrate lhese inlo the overall baseline andimpact âssessment programs

. Bu¡ld on past prciects ând develop reg¡onal strategy lo assessimpacls and baseline env¡ronments

. Facil¡tate long-lerm studies of env¡ronmental/ecologicalcond¡tions to ensure sound baseline assessmenls are ava¡lablefor future EA

. Site specific assessments will be conducled on all new localíonschosen for exploration act¡v¡ties

Our plans for this year

Shell Klappan Env¡ronmental Studies 2OO7 t 2OOgWildlle and Vegetãtion. Pred¡d¡w E@system [râppinq (Wldffe Hebitat suitab¡tily)F¡sheries. Crl¡c¿lHebletseledton/mapping(Skeena). F¡sh tlssue samding (Skeena/Nass). Fisheries site ase$menlsWaterSampling

' Samplhg forsurface walerchemll¡y (-.16 stes eslãblhhed and addl¡onaloneslo be äentifed)

Taadit¡onal Knowledqe and Country f oods. CondudTKstudy lhrcugh Kimma and lskutOTHER:. Envircnmênlal Protecl¡on plân for ønstrucüon of 3 Commun.ølion Toweß

Protecting Water

Shell is comm¡tted to protecting streams,rivers and fish

. Shell Gommitments for the 2OOB exploration programare based on proven technologies and industry best-practices

- No wâter will be d¡scharged on to surface or inlo slreams,r¡vers or lakes

- No hydrocarbons will be used for fracturing - only inert gassuch as nitrogen mixed w¡th sand

- Sumps w¡ll be lined

- S{eel casing w¡ll be used in all wellbores-

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well devices to rock &

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Test

Drilling Casing

Drive conductor pipeí0-20 m deep

Drill surface hole 80-f20 meters deep

Set surface cas¡ng (steel p¡pe)

Cement to surface

Perforate cas¡ng ¡nto coâl seam

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REPORT / RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL

DATE: April 9, 2008 REPORT: ADM 08-022

SUBMITTED BY: D. Sargent, CAO FILE: 0640-01

SUBJECT: ltems to be brought forward to the public agenda from the Special(ln-Camera) Meeting of Council held March 25, 2008.

Council, at its Special (ln-Camera) meeting held April 8, 2008, informed that there were

no items from ihe Special (ln-Camera) Meeting held March 25,2008 to be brought

fonruard to the public agenda at this time (0640-01).

PURPOSE OR BACKGROUND:

fn-Camera Meetings of Council are held pursuant to Section 90 of the Community

Chafterto deal with issues concerning land, legal and/or personnel matters.

Gouncil regularly reviews the minutes of the ln-Camera Meetings, with the intent of

informing tne puntic, by way of Regular Council Meetings, of any items that may be

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PRESENT: Chairperson

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF BULKLEY-NECHAKO

MEETING NO.6

Thursdav. March 20. 2009

Eileen Benedict

Sonny BeckRichard BisanzVera BoyceGerry EwaldCress FarrowLen FoxSharon HartwellJeremy PenningaJerry PetersenThomas Pfister

Moved by Director FarrowSeconded by Director Hartwell

"That the minutes of the Regionar District of Burkrey-NechakoBoard meeting of March 6, 2o0g be adopted as amenoeJ.t

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CALL TO ORDER

SUPPLEMENTARYAGENDA

2008-6-1

MINUTES

Board Meetinq Minutes- March 6, 2008

2008-6-2

Joanne-Dickenson, District of HoustonDave Merz, ElectoralArea ,,D", Fraser Lake RuralLi1try Olson, Village of Burns Lake - left at S:5S p.m., returnedat6:'15 p.m.

Jameskeer Lake Rural

Gail Chapman, Chief Administrative OfficerHans Berndorff. Financial AdministratorJason LJewellyn, Director of planningCheryl Anderson, Manager of Adminjstrative ServicesDonna Hart, Recording Clerk

Chairperson Benedict called the meeting to order at 5:30 p,m.

Moved by Alternate Director DickensonSeconded by Director Bisanz

.That the supprementary Agenda be received and deart with atthis meeting."

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Moved by Director petersenSeconcjecj by Director pfister

"That the m¡nutes of the Environmentar services committeemeeting of March 6, 2OOg be adopted.,'

(All/Dírectors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Director penningaSeconded by Alternate Director Olson

"That the unapproved minutes of the strategic Deveropment andAlcan Liaison commíttee meeting of March-6, 2oog oJ réó;i,r;ål'

(AluDirectors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Director Ewald

"That the Board of Directors receive the February 29,2OOgmemorandum from the Financial Administrator tiired i,ErectronicDirect Deposit Payroll" and authorize an increase in theelectronic payroll transfer limits to $5,000 per individu"i payeeand $75,000 in total for each payroll.;

(All/Direclors/MajorÍty) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Dírector HartwellSeconded by Director pfister

"That theMarch 1g inancialAdministrator,s

and consi nded Budget Bylavr/,

Bylaw No nded and adoPtion to

(All/Directors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

REPORTS

Electronic DirectDeposit Payroll

2008-6-5

SUPPLEMENTARY AGENDA

Amended Budqet Bvlaw

2008-6€

VERBAL REPORTS

Alternative Enerov Strateqy

Reoional TransportationAdvisorv Committee

Director Farrow reported that he had participated in twoconference calls concerning the Alternative En"rgy Strát"gy.

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VERBAL REPORTS (CONT'DI

Federation ofCanadian Mun icipalities

Rural Matters Svmoosium

Communitv SustainabilityWorkshop

REGEIPT OF VERBALREPORTS

2008-6-7

CORRESPONDENCE

2008-6-8

Director Hartwell brought registration and agenda informationregarding the Rural Matters! symposium tole held in Edmonton,Alberta, July 3 - 8, 2008.

nity Sustainability Workshop8, 2008. The Ministry ofEstate Foundation were in

Southside seniors Housinq Chair Benedíct attended a meeting concerning the feasibility of aseniors housing facirity on the southside of Fãncois Lake.

Moved by Director penningaSeconded by Director Farrow

"That thereceived. ,verbal

reports of the various Regional Directors be

(All/DirectorVMajority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Director HartwellSeconded by Alternate Director Mez

"That the following correspondence be received:

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Ministry of Energy, Mines and petroleum Resources _Suspension of Galore Creek project;Nathan Cullen, MP, Skeena-Bulkley Valley _ $1 Billion AidPackage;Northern Trust - Application to the 200g small community GrantWriter Program;Fort Fraser/Fraser Lake First united church - Federal Gas TaxProgram Grant Money;Northern B,C. Film Commission - Update;Municipal Finance Authority of B.c. - MFA program Dividends;Northern Rockies Regionar District - carbon Tãx Legisration;What the Carbon Tax Will Mean for Truckers;North central Municipar Association - Erectorar BoundariesCommission Final Report;District of Hudson's Hope - Electoral Boundaries commissionReport;City of Kingston - World Malaria Day;city of Vancouver- Funding for Municipar porice Forces'BeatOfficers;union of B.c. Municiparíties - Hearthy Food & Beverage sares(HFBS) in Recreation Facírities & Loiar Government gïro¡;gs -Phase 1;Ministry of rransportation - smithers Bridge Deck Resurfacing;

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CORRESPONDENCE (CONT,DI

Fort St. James T.V. Society Financial Statements - Januan, 3,,!.2008;

- BC Healthy Communities Newsletter;council of Forest rndustries - Month in Review - February 200g;Economic Deveropment Association of BC & Meyers ñãrii.fenny - The 2009 Economic Deverofment Awards of British

_ Columbia;

ers' Advisory _d Communities;March 7,2009;dtable Focuses

- Northern B'c' Firm commission - Northern BC Firm commission20OZ Wrap Report;Northern Directions _ Winter 20Og;Northern Health - Ruby Ellen van Andel Cancer Clinic atvanderhoofs st. John i-{ospitarto Benefit Lakes and ominecaResidents;Northern Hearth - Northwest Hearth Facirities and propertiesPrepare to Go Smoke_Free;

_ Northern Health - Smoke Free Grounds policy;Highway Association _ yeilowhead lfl

- ln the House _ Local Elections

FederalAid packaoe

2008-6-9

MEETINGS/INVITATIONS

2008-6-10

(AluDirectorc/Majoriry) oARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Altemate Director DickensonSeconded by Director Hartwell

(All/Directors/Tr4ajorig) DEFEATED

Moved by Director FoxSeconded by Director pfister

"That the following meetings/invitations be received:

Transforming Communities Through Tourism _ April 2l_May 2,2008 - Squamish, B.C.; e.' ' --¡'|Yr

Prince. George Spirit of BC Committee _ 8C150 Rivermania _Launching in prince George _ August 24, ZóOA;

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FINANCIAL

2008-6-11

2008-6-12

(AilM/eighted/Majorig)

Space to Place: Ihe Next Rural Economies Workshop _ May 1S_16, 2008 - Prince George, B.C.;Assocíation for Minerar Exproration Bc (AMEBC)- March 31,2008 - Vancouver, 8.C.,'


Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Director Farrow

"That the operating Accounts paid - February, 200g be ratified.,,

(All/Directors/Majorfty) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ADMINISTRATION BYLAW

Bvlaw for Thlrd Readinq and Adootion

W Moved by Director penningaBvlaw No. 1401 Secondeä by Directoi nárËrr"lf

"That'Regionar District of Burkley-Nechako Financial pran ByrawNo. 1461, 2008"" be given third rêading as amended and beadopted this 20th Oay-ot March, zOOg.';"

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Director's Remuneration -Bvlaw No. 1463

2008-6-13

Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Director pfister

'That "Regíonal District of Bulkley-Nechako Director,sRemuneration Bylaw \9 t{Qe,_ã00g"" be given first, second,thÍrd reading and adoption this 20rh day of ùlarch, ZrjOA.,;

- -'OPPOSED - Director Foi CARRIED(All/Directors/Majority)

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

cth ors if there were an

. ^nd ElectoralArea as

pl Benedict asked forlopment Services a


2008-6-14 of the Regionat District of Butkley_ing Development Services motioñse Meeting of March 20,200g:

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ALR Aoplication 10S0

Meeting No. 6March 20, 2008Page 6

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ALR Aoplication 10S1519709 BC Ltdlnclusion in the ALR- ElectoralArea "B"

Crown Land Referral#7408776Deoartment of Fisheries andOceans CanadaElectoralArea "C"

Crown Land Referral#74087804079647 Canada lnc.ElectoralArea "C"

PC.2008-3-3

"That the Agricultural Land Reserve Application No. 1050(Ramousch) be recommended to the Agricultural LandCommission for denial.',

PC.2008-3-4

:Il'a!lhe Agricutturat Land ReserveApptication No. 1051(519709 BC Ltd.) be recommended to t'he Agricultural LandCommission for approval. "

PC.2008-3-7

ement Bureau be informed thatechako's interests areication No. 740gg14."


PC.2008-3-6

'That the lntegrated Land Management Bureau be informed thatthe Regionunaffected harthat the Borecommends to the rntegrated Land Management Bureau thatthey.undertake a pubtic óonsultation proceès regarding thelocation of towers in the proximity of iree hotd taîds àã óårt ortheir decision making process."

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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (CONT'Dì

Crown Land Referral#7408815Jeff and Val JohnsonElectoralArea "F" PC.2008-3-8

ELECTORAL AREA PLANNING

Bvlaws for First and Second Readinq

Bvlaw No. 1458Rezonino File No. B-01-08Jake Fehr- Electo Area "B"

Bvlaw No. 1462Rezonino File No. 8-02-08Shawn and Sivert Anderson- ElectoralArea "8"

"That the lntegrated Land Management Bureau be informed thatthe Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako,s interests areunaffected by Land ReferralApptication No. 740g91S.,'

PC.2008-3-10

3. Should Bylaw No. 1462 be supported at third reading, finalreading not be considered untila restrictive covenant isregistered on title by the applicant to the satisfaction of theRegional District:a) retention within a distance of five metresof he property; and,b) vision of the subject property to one lotan

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Crown Land Referral#74087794079647 Canada lnc.Electoral Areas "D"& "F,'

Crown Land Referral#74088064079647 Canadalnc.Electoral Aree uF"

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Burns Lake Official,^^Ë-..-:¡.. ñl^- ñ\ru¡ i i! i ¡ur t'¡.v !-tan Fagvtew -t^^^^^^/)r.\J. zuuct-J-tt

PC.2008-3-17

"That the lntegrated Land Management Bureau be informed thatthe Regionat District of Bulklunaffected by Land Referralthat the eoaio oÌ tñe Region her'

recommends to the rntegrated Land Management Bureau thatthey.undertake a public óonsultation pro."Ë. regarding thelocation of towers in the proximity of iree hord ra-nds áã párt ortheir decision making process."

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PC.2008-3-18

Advisorv Plannino Commission- ElectoralArea "F" p.C.2OOg_g_12

"That the Regíonar Board ratify the appointment of Joe Meier tothe Advisory pranning commiãsion foi ErectoraiÃrèã'r,(Vanderhoof Rural).,'


DEVELOPMENT SERVIGES

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Meeting No.6March 20, 2008Page 9

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (CONT'D],

Skíand Ríde Smithers- Draft Master Plan

READING FILE

2008-6-15

PC.2008-3-19

"That the letter attached to the March 19, 2oog report from theDireclor of Planning, as Schedule,,A,', regarding ti.re Ski anáRide smithers Draft Master pran, be sent-to thiMinistry oi-Tourism, Sports and the Arts.,,


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Moved by Director HartwellSeconded by Director Farrow

"That the following items contained in the Reading File bereceived:

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Banff Executive Leadership rnc. - Top Governance euestionsfor 2008;BC Media Monitor First Nations Edition _ March 7,200g;BC Forest safety councir - Trucksafe Rumbrings - February 29,2008;

Ministry of Environment - Maintenance for weil water andSeptic Tanks;Ministry of Environment - Road Dust Bulletin Notice ofGancellation - March 9, 2009;Ministry of Environment - Road Dust Builetin - March 7,2oog;Ministry of Environment - Road Dust Builetín - March o, zooa;Ministry

_of _Transportation - Load Restrictions - reoruary ãs toMarch 12,2008;Nechako - March 6, 2O0g;.Nechako -February ZA,ZùOA;Office of s - Bioenergy Call for power _ phaseI Reques date;office of Power Acquisitions - Bioenergy cail for power - phaseI Request for proposals Update;Provincial Emergency program - March 1't snow Builetin;RDBN Newspaper Ctippings;Thompson-Nicola Regional District _ The Current.,,

(All/Directors/Majorfty) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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REPORTS

Burns Lake public Librarv

2008-6-16

Fort Fraser Outdoor Rink

2008-6-17

Moved by Director pfisterSeconded by Director Hartwell

'That the. Regional District of Bulktey_Nechako support theElevator rnstaration project at the Birns lar<e putiic fioiãry.',(All/Directors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Alternate Director MezSeconded by Director Bisanz

"That the.Regional District of Bulkley_Nechako support theconstruction of an outdoor rink at ftrå rort Fraser ÊiementãrySchool."

Suooortino Treatvlmolementatíon pilot proiect

2008-6-1 I

CORRESPONDENCE

2008-6-1 I

(Alf /Directors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Alternate Director Mez

"That the Regionar District of Burkrey-Nechako support a fundingapplication to the supporting Treaty rmprementatiän pirot Èr"jä&ppg.rgT w¡ih th_e purpose oi estabtishiÅg a protocot Agreementwith Yekooche First Nation."

(All/Dheclors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY


"That the following correspondence be received:

Town of Smithers - Funding - BV pool & Recreation Centre;Village of Telkwa - 2OOg Bulkley Valley Regional poolandRecreation Centre Budget;Northern B.C. Film Commission _ Closing.,,

(All/DirectorvMajorfty) CARRTED UNANIMOUSLY

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CORRESPONDENCE ICONT'DI

2008-6-21

INVITATIONS

2008-6-22

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Moved by Director FarrowSeconded by Director penninga

"That Lana Fitt, Regional Strategic Development Analyst,investigate funding opportunities for the aútrey valrei RegionalPool and Recreation Centre.,,

Moved by Director petersenSeconded by Director Fox

be deferred pending an assessment ofrtunities available to the Bulktey Valleyiew of staff workload is conducied."


Moved by Director petersenSeconded by Director Farrow

"That the following invitations be received:

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union of BC Municiparities - Regionar District cEo/cAo Forum- March 28,2008 - Victoria, B.C.:Northwest lnvasive prant councir - Annuar Generar Meeting -April2, 2008 - Burns Lake, B.C.;IMinistry of community services - Leading Through EconomicTransition - A workshop for community feaders-- ruáv zôòe;Canadian Union of public Employees - lnvesting in Ourcommunities: Locar sorutions toi ac Municipariti-es - March 26,2008 - Smithers, B.C.;Canadian Union of public Employees - lnvesting in Ourcommunities: Locar sorutions toi ec Municipariiíes - March 27,2008 - Houston, B.C.;Fresh Outlook Foundation - Regional Workshops _ March 7rh _26th, 2oog."

(4il/Direcrors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

NEW BUSINESS

Chair Benedict reported that Director Roy received a favorable health report and is expectedhome shortly.

W Moved by DirectorPetersenMEETING MOTTON Secondeã by Director ewãfO

2008'6-23 "That the meeting be crosed to th rationof items pursuant to Section 90 oFurther, that members of the pub pecialmeeting."

(4il/Directors/Majorfty) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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ADJOURNMENT

2008-6-24

Eileen Benedict, Chairperson

Moved by Director Farrow

"That the meeting be adjourned at 6:25 p.m.',

Donna Hart, Recording Clerk

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PRESENT: Chairperson

Directors

AlternateDirectors

DirectorsAbsent

Jerry Petersen

Sonny BeckEileen BenedictRichard BisanzVera BoyceGerry EwaldCress FarrowLen FoxSharon HartwellJeremy PenningaThomas Pfister

Joanne Dickenson, District of HoustonDave Me¡z, ElectoralArea uD", Fraser Lake RuralLianne Olson, Village of Burns Lake

Rob MacDougall, District of Fort St, JamesBernice Magee, Village of Burns LakeRalph Roy, ElectoralArea "D", Fraser Lake RuralSharon Smith, District of Houston

Gail Chapman, Chief Administrative OfficerHans Berndorff. Financial Administratorlason Llewellyn, Director of planningMaria Sandberg, Planning TechniciaiDonna Hart, Recording Clèrk

Chairperson Petersen called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.

Moved by Director BisanzSeconded by Director Fox

"That the_S!¡pplgryrenlqy Agenda be received and dealt with atthis meeting."


Moved by Director PfisterSeconded by Alternate Director Mez

Staff

CALL TO ORDER

SUPPLEMENTARYAGENDA

PC.2008-3-'1

Pc' 2008-3-2 "That the Planning Committee meeting minutes of February 21,2008 be received."

(4il/Direcrors/Majorig) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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ALR Aoolication 1050

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PC.2008-3-3

ALR Aoplication 10S1519709 BC Ltdlnclusion in the ALR- ElectoralArea "8"

PC.2008-3-4

Crown Land Referral#7408776Department of Fisheries andOceans CanadaElectciralArea "C"

PC.2008-3-5

Crown Land Referral#74087804079647 Canada lnc.ElectoralArea "C"

PC.2008-3-6

"That the Agricultural Land Reserve Application No. 1050(Ramousch) be recommended to the Agricultural LandCommission for denial."

Moved by Director BenedictSeconded by Director Bisanz

(All/DirectorVMajority)

Moved by Director pfisterSeconded by Director Ewald

Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Director pfister

Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Director Hartwell

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

'_]fr9llneagricutturat Land Reserve Application No. 1 05 1(?19709 BC Ltd.) be recommended to't'he Agricutturat LãndCommission for approval. "

(AlyDirectors/Majority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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Crown Land Referral#7408814Jared JohnsonElectoralArea "F"

PC.2008-3-7

Crown Land Referral#7408815Jeff and Val JohnsonElectoralArea "F"

PC.2008-3-8

(Af l/DirectorVMajority)


Bvlaws for First and Second Readinq


"That the lntegrated Land Management Bureau be informed thatthe Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako's interests areunaffected by Land ReferralApplication No. 740gg14."

(All/Directo rs/Ir4ajority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Director FarrowSeconded by Director Benedict

"That the lntegrated Land Management Bureau be informed thatthe Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako's interests areunaffected by Land ReferralApplication No. 740gg15.,'

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Bvlaw No. 1458Rezoning File No. B-01-08Jake Fehr- ElectoralArea "8"

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Moved by Director PfisterSeconded by Director Bisanz

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Moved by Director pfisterSeconded by Director Benedict

(participanrs/Diredors/Majority) CARRIEDUNANIMOUSLy

Açlvisorv Planninq commission Moved by Director Benedict- Electoral Area "F" Seconde'd by Alternatà Oirèttor Uerz

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1. "That " y_Nechako Rezoning BylawNo. 1462 to the Regionat Boaid tärnrstand seco uenfly be talien to publichearing.2. That the Pubric Hearing for "Regionar District of Burkrey-Nechako Rezoning Byraw No. 1462, 2oo8" oe ceþgàtéJio tneDirector or Alternate Director for Electorat Area ,,8,,.'

3. Should Bylaw No. 1462 be supported at third reading, finalreading not be considered until a iestrictíve covenant isregistered on title by the appricant to the satisfaction of theRegional District:a) Ensuring vegetation retention within a distance of five metresof the watercourse on the property; and,b) Restricting the subdivision of the subject property to one rotand a remainder."

Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Director Hartwell

'That.the Pla.nning Committee receive the February, 2OOgDirector of Planning Report."

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BUILDING INSPECTION

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Moved by Director BeckSeconded by Director Penninga

"That the Planning Committee receive the Building lnspector'sReport for February, 2008.'

(Participants/Directors/Majority) CARRIEDUNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Director PfisterSeconded by Director Bisanz

"That the minutes of the Advisory Planning Committee meetingfor Electoral Area "8" (Burns Lake Rural) on March 4,2008 bereceived."


Moved by Director PenningaSeconded by Alternate Director Merz

"That the Action List of February 2008 be received."


Moved by Alternate Director DickensonSeconded by Director Hartwell

'That the lntegrated Land Management Bureau be informed thatthe Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako's interests areunaffected by Land ReferralApplication No. 7408779. Further,that the Board of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechakorecommends to the lntegrated Land Management Bureau thatthey undertake a public consultation process regarding thelocation of towers in the proximity of free hold lands as part oftheir decision making process."


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Skiand Ride Smithers- Draft Master Plan

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ADJOURNMENT

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Jerry Petersen, Chairperson

"That the lntegrated Land Management Bureau be informed thatthe Regional Diskict of Bulkley-ñechako,s interests areunaffected by Land Refe'arApprication No. 740g806. Further,that the Board of the Regionar District of Burkrey-Nechako

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.'Jhl tLç Planning committee recommend to the Regionar Boardthat the letter attached to the March i9, 2oo8 report räm ttré--PlrS"lor of Planning, as Schedule ,,A,,, regarding'the Ski andRide Smithers Draft Master plan, be sent-to tnJMinistry ofTourism, Sports and the Arts.,'

(All/DirectoreMajority) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Director Farrow

"That the meeting be adjourned at S:2S p.m."

Moved by Director HartwellSeconcjed by Aiternate Director Dickenson

Don na Hart, Recording Clerk

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF BULKLEY.NECHAKOMemo - Board Supplementary Agenda

April 3, 2008

To: Chairperson Benedict and the Board of DirectorsFrom: Hans Berndorff, Financial AdministratorDate: March 28,2OOBRe: 911 Service lnformation

At the March 20th Board meeting, staff were asked to provide a package of informationthat did not include any in camera issues.

How a 911 Service WorksThe primary interface with a 9-1-l caller would start with the RCMp g-1-1 Operator inPrince George. From there, the call is routed to RCMP Dispatch, BC AmbulanceDispatch or Fíre Dispatch, depending on the nature of the emergency. A flowchartshowing the call routing is attached as Schedule 1.

The system automatically identifies the address of the caller based on digital mappinginformation provided by the RDBN. This is cross-checked with any information prôviãedby the caller.

Police and ambulance services are díspatched to any loeation in the RDBN. Fi¡,egervices are dispatched to those properties that are within a fire protection service areaAt this time, approximately 74% of the total property assessments within the RDBN areincluded in fire protection service area boundaries.

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One time capital costs would range from about $600,000 to $1.2 million,depending on the choice of a fire dispatch centre. This would result in a one-timetax ranginglgT $0.14 per $1,000 (or $14 for a $100,000 property) to $0.29 per$1,000 (or $29 for a $100,000 property). lf we were successful in an applicaiionfor a Municipal Rural lnfrastructure Grant, these costs could be reduced'to 33%of the total cost.

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Alternatively, Taxation could be apportioned among the participating areas basedon population' This would result in a redistributionãf taiation irom themunicipalities or electoral areas with higher than average assessments percapita to those with lower than average assessments pér capita. Details of thisanalysis are shown in Schedule 2.

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REPORT / REGOMMENDATION TO MAYOR AND COUNCIL

DATE: April 16,2008

BY: Councillor Bill Goodacre

FILE:1610-01

REPORT: FIN-08-12

SUBJECT: Library Board Member Appointments

RECOMMENDATION:THAT Council approve the Reappointment of Paul Parry to the Library Board fora two-year term, commencing May 1, 2008; and

AND THAT Council approve the Appointment of Corry Tremblay to the SmithersPublic Library Board for a two-year term, commencing May 1,2008.

DISGUSSION:The Library Act states that Library Board members are to be appointed to two-yearterms by Council.

The current term of Paul Parry will expire April 30, 2008. He is a valuable LibraryBoard member and I have no hesitation in recommending his reappointment.

There was a vacant position that I am recommending be filled by Corry Tremblay(see her attached letter of interest). She has mgt with all other members of theLibrary Board and they would be very happy to have her appointed to the,Board.

Joe De Gisi has chosen to not ask to be reappointed. Therefore an ad will be placedin the lnterior News advertising a vacancy that will occur when his term is over as ofApril 30th,2008.

Bill Goodacre, CouncillorCouncil Representative on the Library Board

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Lorraine Doiron September 2003 Two-year term April30, 2009

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Ms Leslie FordFinancial Adm inistratorTown of SmithersPO Box 8791027 Aldous StSmithers BC VOJ 2N0

Dear Ms Ford

Re: Library Board Trustee Position renewal

I am writing you to indicate my wish to remain as a member of the SmíthersLibrary Board for the coming year.

As a member of the Library Board and Building/Fundraising Committees I thinkwe are making progress in our mandate to deliver optimal Library services to theLibrary patrons of the Smithers and the Bulkley Valley. We are also movingfonryard on the Library Expansion Project with positive steps such as $6,200raised in our first week of local fundraising towards our target of $16,800 toqualify for the W.E.D. Canada Grant.

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I am writinq !o you althe request of Paul Parry, a member of the Smithers LibraryBoard. On March 12m I was asked to attend ttié Sm¡ttrers Librarl¡ Board meetingto be introduced to the upcoming plans for the library expansion. I understandthat the Smithers LibraryBoard is'in need of new mémnärs and I am interested incontributing to the board at this tinre.

"l have lived in the Smithers area for the last 30 years. During these years I haveraised two daughters, worked at the passage House, and helped to build ourbusiness, Hy-Tech Drilling Ltd. I have been involved in var¡oub communitygroupq over the yea6; Smithers Exphration Group, Northwest Personal GrowthAssociation, Planned Parenthood, Bulkley valley cross Country ski club andwomen's lnstitute. My skills. in bookkeeping, mahagement, computers, workingas a team member, personal growth and a strong desire to contiibute io thecommunity are what I would bring to the board. I am an avid reader and believestrongly in he benefits of making life long leaming available to everyone.

''1-Èd that I will be able to contribute to the board in a positive way at this time.

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FILE: 0230-20/NCMA

Mayor Davidson has requested Council review the attached invitations to events being held at

the NCMA in order to determine attendance'

Attached are the following invitations for Council's consideration.

1. North Central Municipal Assoc. Wednesday, May 7 , 2008"Moving Forward Session"

2. Northern Medical Programs Trust Thursday, May 8, 2008

Annual General Meeting

3. Northern Health Friday, May 9, 2008

One on one meetings

4. Northern Caucus Members Friday, May 9, 2008

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Jennifer HickeAdministrative Assistant - Advancement OfficeUniversity of Northern British Columbia3333 University VúayPrince Geórge, B. C. V2N 429Tel.: (250) 960-5750Fax.: (250) 960-5799Email: [email protected]

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INVITATION

April2, 2008

Subject: NCMA Annual General Meeting, Prince George BC, May Z - g,2OOg

We are pleased to inform you about Northern Health's participation at the upcoming NCMAAnnual General Meeting.

I will be joiníng Cathy Ulrich, CEO, on May 9, 2008 for the opportuníty to meet one-on-onewith local government representatives to discuss any health care issues or questions theymay have.

We will be available from B:00am - 5:00 pm in meeting room 203 located in the CivicCentre. lf you are interested in meeting with us, we invite you to contact our offices toarrange a time convenient for you on May 9, 2008. ln order to be best prepared for ourdiscussions, we would appreciate it if you would also identify two or three topics you wouldlike to discuss. You may contact:

Beverley Smith, Customer Services AssistantPh: (250) 649-7038Email: [email protected]

We look forward to meeting with you in May.

Sincerely,

Charles JagoChair

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(E-mail); City of Ft. St.E-mail); City of QuesnelE-mail); City of Prince Rupert (

(E-mail); City of Terrace (E-mail); City of Williams Lake (E-mail); District of 100 Mile House (E-mail); Dishict of Chetwynd (E-mail); District of Fort St. James; District of Houston (E-mail);District of Kitimat (E-mail); District of Mackenzie (E-mail); District of Port Edward (E-mail);District of Stewart (E-mail); District of Taylor (E-mail); District of Tumbler Ridge (E-mail);District of Vanderhoof (E-mail); District of Wells (E-mail); Fort Nelson/Northern Rockies (E-mail); Peace River RD (E-mail); RD Bulkley Nechako (E-mail); RD Fraser Fort George (E-mail); RD Kitimat Stikine (E-mail); Skeena Queen Charlotte RD (E-mail); Front Desk; Villageof Burns Lake (E-mail);Village of Fraser Lake (E-mail); Village of Granisle (E-mail); Village ofHazelton (E-mail); Village of Massett (E-mail); Village of McBride (E-mail); Village of PortClements (E-mail); Village of Pouce Coupe (E-mail); Village of Queen Charlotte (E-mail);Village of Telkwa (E-mail); Village of Valemount (E-mail)lnvitation to Meet from the Northern Caucus Chair John Rustad

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Dear Membership of the North Central Municipaì- Association (NCMA),

On Friday, May 9, I am pleased to report that the Government Northern Caucus will- beattending the NCMA AGM in Prince George and will be available to meet with representativesof municipalities and regional districts to discuss provincial--re.l-ated issues in yourregion.

The fol-J-owing Northern Caucus Members willbe in attendance:

,John Rustad (MLA, Prince George-Omineca), Chair of the Northern Caucus Honourabl-e ShirleyBond (MLA, Prince George-Mount Robson), Deputy Premier and Minister of EducationHonourable Pat BeIl (MLA' Prince George North), Minister of Agriculture and LandsHonourable Richard Neufel-d (MLA, Peace River North). Minister of Energy, Mines, andPetroleum Resources B-l-air Lekstrom (MLA, Peace Ríver South), ParJ-iamentary Secretary forRural DeveJ-opment

The meetíngs will take place on site in Room 204 of the Prince George Civic Centre. Eachmeeting request wil-.ì- be granted for approximately 15 to 30 mj-nutes, depending upon thevolume of requests.

If you would Iike to have a meeting, please reply to my Legislative Assistant, TimMorrison by no later than !{ednesday, ApríI 22, at:tím. morrisonGleg, bc. ca

In your email, please clearly indicate your municipal-ity or regional- dj-strict, a list ofattendees, and a brief expÌanation of the meeting topic.

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Smithers Airport - March 2008

REPORT: AIR 08-06

FILE: 8400-03 Reports

DATE: April 7,2008

Airport Statistics:

This Year 2008 Last Year 2007 2007 TotalCurrent Year Gurrent Year

Month To Date Month To Date

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4,575 12,160 64,811

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Total Passengers 5,591 l5,0gg 78,115

Aircraft Traffic 756 2,034 13,222

Administration Activities:Shell Daily Fuel ReconciliationMonthly Report to CouncilAirport concession on-going monitoring & reconciliationLicence & lease renewals, revisions & inquiriesAccount Receivables & PayablesParking Meter monitoring and repairParking ticket issuesKey & parking pass issuesMonth-end billing and year end calculations

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Maintenance Activities :

Month end readings & reports

.91._i9",repair & clean various vehicles & equipmentWildlife ControlRepairs & maintenance to ATB & FacilitiesLighting repairsWater/chlorine system monitoring, testingAVOP TestingEscorts for clientsStaff holidaysAssisting GontractorsTraining of casualsSnow & ice removalFOD lnspectionGate repairs

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Airport Manager Debo Sargent Administrative Officer

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

DATE: April 1 1,2008 REpORT: DEVOB-036

FROM: Mark Allen, Director of Development services FILE: 4560-20

suBJEcr: Development services Department Report for March 2o0g

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the March 2008 Development Services Department Report forinformation purposes.

BUILDING INSPECTION

Smithers

Hidber - 4588 Hiqhwav 16: Ongoing new housecompleted.

Footings inspection

Cole. Eusene - Third Ave,nue (Willowvale): Lengthy in-office consult regardingconstruction plans for a new house.

¡Mcrn¡qht - 3240 Ra¡ : ongoing new duplex. plumbing and lnsulationinspections completed.

C-P-W Ventures/CIBC - 3836 Fourth Avenue: Site visits to monitor theprocess.

o Ministrv of Familv & Children - Provincial Governm buildino Renovation tooffice space. Final inspection completed.

Kruoer/Brown - 4829 Scotia Street: Office and phone consults. Plan check.

!_s.sued a building permit for a major renovation to the house. Framing andPlumbing inspections completed.

Haskins - 1209 Main Street: Multiple phone consults. Plan check. lssued abuilding permit for a renovation to office space from retail.

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Walker- 1240 Winnipeq Street: Plan check. lssued a building permit for a newcovered deck. Footings inspection completed.

lVlcEwen - 3217 Turner Wav: Plan check. lssued a building permit for a newhouse.

HawmAn - 4187 Second Avenue: Site visit. Plan check. lssued a buildingpermit for interior and exterior renovations.

Zantinqh - 4981 Foufth Avenue: Office consults. Plan check. lssued a buildingpermit for a new house.

White : 3959 Broadway Avenue: Office consult. Plan check. lssued a buildingpermit for interior and exterior renovations.

Annett - 4257 Alfred Avenue: Office consult. Woodstove change out exchangeprogram. Final inspection completed.

Zilkqwski - 1004 Toronto Street: Plan check. lssued a building permit forreplacement deck. Framing inspection completed.

. Percv- c.o. B Bike - 3763 First venue: Ongoing renovation. Framing,lnsulation and Plumbin g inspections completed.

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' Jehovah's Witnqss Church - Hiqhwav 16: Old file. Final inspection completed

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Ongoing garage construction. Framing and

o Bandstra Transportation - Hiqhway 16: Old file. Final inspectíon completed orraddition.

o Russell- 3667 Fifteenth Avenue: Business licence inspection.o Williams - 4932. Fourth Avenue: Ongoing new house. Final inspection and

Occupancy permit completed.

' Timber Peak Hom.es- 3864 Second Avenue: Site visit and office time regardingwater in new crawlspace.

' Mulder - 3226 . Turner Way: Ongoing new house. Final inspection andOccupancy permit completed.

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. Tessier - 1671 Teleqraph Street. ln office consult. Plan check. lssued abuilding permit for a new house.

a Verhelst -1167 Highway 16: New deck. Footings inspection completed

Total Time spent: 9.5 hours.

Total billed to the Village of Telkwa including mileage and GST: $546.06

ENGINEERING

Roads and Sidewalks

o I Highway Use Permit

o Horizontal banner pole bases for Main Street at Fourth Avenue

o Bases were installed.

o Pole design and ordering in progress.

o Final grant claim íssued.

Capital Projects

o Airoort

. CN Overpass:

o lnspected detour road construction.

o Signed detour road agreement.

o Reviewed level crossing temporary relocation agreement.

o Pacific Street Paving

o Design revíew-plan/profiles and details.

o Construction drawings, and contract document preparation.

. Second Avenue Parkinq Lot between Maín Street and Kinq Street

o Refined design with Planner and Works input.

Extension:

o Paving and Paint Markings contract tender opening March 27th.

o Contract award recommendation to be considered at the April 8th

Council meeting.

o Processed '07 - '08 Fiscal M.R.l.F grant claim.

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Local Area Service Projectsa d B tk of 3800 B

. Received completed petition for the work.

. Prepared bylaw and report to Council.

Water, Sewer, Storm Drainage

' Met with Minístry of Environment officials regarding the Sewage Treatment planteffluent quality.

Mapping, Records, Miscellaneous

o Reviewed proposed renovation plans and parking requirement options for newdoctor's office (former Central Clothing).

o Processed 14 BC One Calls.

PLANNING

' Development Permit Application D08-01 for Property Located at 1SS1 Sunny pointDrive.

o Permit lssued

' Development Permit Application D08-03 for Property Located at 3640 Victoria Driveo Report to Councilo Permit lssued

' Development Permit Application DO8-04 for Property Located at 3763 First Avenue.o Report to Councilo Permit lssued

o OCP Updateo Ongoing liaison with Holland Bars (consultant)o Prepared for community survey launch in April.o Updated Town website.

o Advísory Planning Commissiono Bylaw to council for establishing the Advisory planning c.o Provided information and assisted in advertising for mémbers.

MEETINGS

Health and Safety Committee - March 12thCrime Prevention Through Social Development - March 12thOfficial Community Plan Steering Committee - March 13th

BUSINESS LICENSES

New Licenses lssued

Skeena River Steel Inc.Dave Jones Consulting

Cancelled Business Licenses

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TOTAL ACTIVELICENSES

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SUBIUIITTED BY: Wilf Taekema, Director of Works and Operations

SUBJECT: Works and Operations Report for March, 2008

FILE: 5210-20

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the March 2008 Works and Operations Report for informationpurposes.

WATER UTILIW. Normal operation of water wells and pumphouses. Water off/on at 4364 Highway 16.. Water on at 4092 Railway Avenue.

SANITARY SEWER UTILITYo Normal operation of collection and treatment systems.. Clear sewer lines at 3876 Broadway, 4040 1't Ave. and 3895 Alfred Ave.. Camera sewer lines at 384512th Avenue, 3664 Railway Avenue and Queen St.. Snake sewer service at 394412th Avenue.

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STREETS & ROADSo Grading of various streets and alleys.o Plowing and sanding of streets, roads and sidewalks.o Pothole patching at various locations.o Street sweeping and road sand clean-up.o Took delivery of replacement flags for Main Street (installation in May).

PARKS. Garbage pick-up at various locations.. Removal of 13 bug-killtrees at Heritage Park.

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FROM: Andrew HillabyDirector of Recreation, Parks and Culture

FILE: 8160-03

SUBJECT: March and April 2008 Report

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receives the following information;

THAT Council supports the grant application to the BC Real Estate Foundation;

AND THAT Council supports the grant application to the National Crime PreventionCentre.

RECREATION SUMMARY:

Local School lniti and LiaisonFínal draft of Joint Use Agreement with Bulkley Valley Ch ristian SchoolSociety has been drafted and sent to the BV School Society for discussion.Final amendments will be incorporated and brought before Town Council forconsideration in May of 2008

On the Move

- On the Move is a national initiative to increase opportunities for inactive girls

and young women (ages 9-18) to participate in sport and physical activity.

On the Move is coordinated by CAAWS, the Canadian Association for theAdvancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity

- The Town of Smithers, Department of Recreation, Parks and Culture hostedtwo workshops on March 6 with 10 youth and adults in the afternoon sessionand 8 adults and youth attending the evening session.

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Proqram MaintenanceTwo new school handouts were distributed with existing and new recreationprograms. Total participants per week this session is 350.New programs designed and delivered include lnstructional Soccer forages 8-10 and 11-13 at Muheim Elementary school, spring BasketballFun League for ages 9-11 and 12-14 at Walnut Park School, BV ChristianElementary School and Smithers Secondary School.The Preschool Program at Ranger Park has had a substantial enrollmentimprovement in registered participants. The number of spaces filled duringWinter 2008 was 123. The number of spaces filled so far filled for the Spring2008 session is now 114. Through the generous donation of the BC Ministryof Children and Family Development, the preschool program has been ableto purchase the much needed and long overdue educational activities anddevelopmentally appropriate toys.Planning is presently undenruay for new summer programs. The summerprogram delivery will include more sport activities, a new youth leadershipprogram and redesigned preschool programs.

Affordable Recreatíon Fund- Allocated funds to 10 famílies allowing 13 chíldren to take part in local

recreation and sport activities- Presently planning for a summer fundraising event to boost the financial

resources of the fund. The fund has depleted quickly this spring.

Canadian Tire Jumpstart Proqram- Allocated funds to 5 families allowing 9 children to take part in local

recreation and sport activities

Spirit of BC/Spirit of the Mountains- Attended monthly meetings regarding year long events.- Presently coordinating the Spirit Pole tour coming to Smithers on the

weekend of July 4,2008. Event will involve local schoots, local carvers andother on site activities.

Tobacco Free Zone Siqnaqe- Signs have been received and will be placed at various parks, facilities and

other municipally owned properties around Smithers by Operations andWorks employees. Final sign will be placed at Chandler Park on May 31,World No Tobacco Day and the start of the Canadian Cancer Society - Runfor the Cure Relay.

PARK SUMMARY:Perimeter Trail- Submitted Localmotion grant fund, specifically looking for financial

assisitance to fund the Wayfinding Plan which will include'directional andinterpretative signage.

- Have submitted a Letter of lnterest to the BC Real Estate Foundation forfinancial support in the development of a paved and landscaped trail

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connection between Princess Ave. and Fourteenth Ave. adjacent to FultonAve.

Ranger Park- Have increased usage of program rooms through partnership with the Art

Gallery to offer weekend workshops

Local Plavqrounds- Met with representative from Smithers Kinsmen Club to discuss future

possibilities of partnering on playground improvements

Skate Park- Discussed future skate park expansion plans with Jason from the Freeriders

group

Outdoor Rink- A big thank you goes out to the Volunteer Fire Fighters and their efforts to

provide a wonderful inexpensive outdoor facility for children, youth andadults of Smithers this winter.

- The rink is now being used by local ball hockey players

ARENA SUMMARYSchedulinq- The final day of usage was March 30, 2008.- Summer ice usage requests are being processed.- Annual hockey camp is booked for August 11-15. Development by local

groups is undenryay for an additional goaltending camp and figure skatingcamp in August.

Grants- Submitted CN Heritage event grant fund to assist wÍth the funding for the

50th Anniversary events being planned for the week of August '11-15

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ART GALLERYTwo new programs have been successfully launched in partnership with thesmithers Afi Gaiiery. (one lufarch Break ciay camp and one paintingworkshop). Presently have three more workshops being launched.Developing a year long program development agreement between the Townand the Art Gallery (includes March Break and summer camps)

CRIME PREVENTIONAttended Crime Prevention through Social Development meetings withRCMP and other local concerned groupsNational crime strategy Fund grant apprication for a Drug and AlcoholResistance Night recreation program at two local elementãry schools insmithers was denied. However, the Town Department of Recréation, parksand Culture will offer this program in the Fall of 2OOB in partnerslrip w1hlocal groups and schools.Developing a new recreational fly fishing/mentoring program for at risk youthfrom Smithers Secondary School. Using a collabórative approach beiweenthe high school administration, the Community Police and Safety Officer, theRCMP, a local fly fishing instructor and the Department of Recréation, parksand culture the delivery of the program should take place by April 2oog

Respectfully subm Approved for submission by:

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&@ÆWdThe Town of Smithers has begun reviewing its

Official CommunitY Plan (OCP) -and we want Your inPut.

Here's how.

Cc¡mnæunity $unrey.What makes Smithers a great place to live, work & play? What do you

think are the key issues in the community? Complete the online survey or

fill out a hard copy available from the Municipal Office,

April 9th - 25th @ www.town.smithers.bc.ca

PLAN Smãt?rers: Com$ltanãty Dïalogale,Come share your ideas for the future of Smithers at this visioning workshop'

1pm OCP open house, 2-5pm presentation and discussion.

May 3rd @ Smithers Secondary School

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Smithers - how to build on its assets and address its challenges.

June 4th, sth & 6th @ the Smithers Legion.

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GOALS:The goals of the survey are to:

1. Develop an understanding of where the community of Smithers sees itself in 15-20 years

2. Identify current and future challenges for the Town3. Get a iense of the community's priorities around the specific challenges of growth and housing.

3. Identify the greatest strengths and assets of the community of Smithers

INSTRUCTIONS:There are three main sections to this survey:

1. Multiple choice questions on key topics2. Rating questions3. Creating a vision

The survey should take less than 10 minutes to complete.

Please complete only one survey per person'

The on-line survey will run from April gth - 25th, 2008. Hard copies of the survey are available at the Municipal Hall'

Completed ,'hard copy" surveys will ne accepted at the front desk of the Municipal Hall until Friday April 25th'

Thank-you for taking the time to participate in the pl-ANSmithers process. Your input is key to building a strong

Official Community Plan (OCP) that reflects community values and priorities'

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1. HelEs and Welcome!

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To help us understand where survey responses are coming from, please enter the following information:

1. Name

2. Street you l¡ve on

3. Contact information (optional)

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2, Comnrunlty Survey R.egistration

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Smithers is reviewing its official Community plan (oCP) in order to respond to new conditions and community values.

The oCp team is leaá¡ng this work and coniists oi a Sieering Committee, Town Staff, and consultants from Holland

Barrs Planning Group.

An oCp sets out a vision and a statement of goals, objectives and policies to guide decisions on planning, social

issues, spending, and land use management. Íne OCp is an essential guide for landowners, businesses, community

organizations añd governments that may be contemplating any changes related to land use, building and property in

the Town of Smithers.

that need to be uPdated in order to

valu th Pressure and issues like

f the reas that need to be changed'

arlyprocessisdesignedtoidentifyand make improvements to these areas.

Active community involvement in identifying and thinking about how best to address current key issues is essential

to create a revised OCP that reflects the community's concerns, ideas, and values.

PLANSmithers - CommunitY Survey

3. Backg rou nd

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Please select one of the options under each question

1. what is the best part of living in smithers? (seleet all that aBply)

! sriÛl".r' economic diversity

! fn" beautiful landscape and environment

I ffr. wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities

! rn" strong sense of community

! fn" diversity óf people living here

! nrr of the above

Other (please specify)

2. what do you feel are the top three issues facing smithers today?

! Availability of health care serv¡ces

fl tmnact of the mining industry

fl rrtu." growth of the Town

n Housing affordability

f] rnvironmentat protection

l-l cr¡r" prevention

l-l ruee¿ for new community amen¡t¡es

l-l wn"tfr". or not to altow box stores

Decline of the forestry industry

fl trnn".t of the new port in prince Rupert

! Securin9 a food supply for the Town

l-l er¡l¿¡ng a strong locat economy

! In.."ur"d responsibilities of local government


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3. What are the toP three

n r-or. of forest industry

! nirino energy prices

! R.."., to a secure food supply

I emOtoVment opportunities

! exoansion of the Town

! ctimate change

I onOortunities for arts and culture

I erovidins for an ag¡ng population


issues faci ng srnithe rs in rhe ext 15-20 yea rs?

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Please indicate the degree to which you agree (or disagree) with the following statements

1. Do you agree?1- Stron Neutral 5- Stron d isa ree

Hous¡ng in Smithers is

affordable o

Smithers should explorehigher residential densitydowntown

Sensitive environments Care adequately

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Smithers has a connectednetwork of pedestrian andcycl¡st trails

Smithers would benefitfrom more and betterpubl¡c trans¡t

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1. Which of these growth initiatives are priorities for the Town of Smithers?Not a PrioritY Don't Know

Protect sensitive or rareecological areas on

private land

Expand the Town's

boundaries

Improve highwaY corridor

Ma¡ntain neighbourhoodch a ra cter

Control the Town's rate of C

Control the aPPearance of

commercial and industrialdevelopments

Additional Comments

2. Which of the following housing types are a prior¡ty?High Priority Medium Priorì Low Priorityty Not a Prior¡ty Don't Know

Social Housing

Townhouses

Single FamilY Homes CooCoSen¡ors Housing

Additional Comments

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As paft of the PLANSmithers OCP Review process, the community and the OCP team will be working towards craftinga updated vision statement to guide policies, This part of the survey is intended to give the OCP team an initialsense of what the community would like to see in the vision.

INSTRUCTIONSFrom the lists below, please check off the statements that you believe should be included within the updatedcommunity vision.

Note that a community vision is a positive and inspirational statement of what Smithers wants to become in the nextt5-20 years.

1. rn the next 15-20 years the Town of smithers w¡ll be a leader ¡n:(select all that apply)

l-l e"¡ng a sustainable community

[-l g"¡ng stewards of Smithers' social, economicf and env¡ronmental assets

! ennancing the quality of life for future generations


2. The Town of Smithers ¡s committed to:(select all that apply)

I ennancing the quality of life for current and future generations

! auitoino a strong local economy

I StrenSttrening community diversity and a collective sense of belonging

I erotecting the natural env¡ronment

! Creativity in decision making and problem solving

! CreatinO a strong sense of place and belonging


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3. The Town of Smithers is:(select all that aPP¡Y)

I viu.unt

! Healthv

fl ct"un

I Hosoitable

n r,n

I e.oua

fl Excitins

! nesilient

! rrienatv

I orioinat ski village

I oiu"rr"

I Oetermined to meet sustainability goals


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Thank-you for completing the survey. Responses will be summarized and presented at the PLANSmithers OCp ReviewCommunity in Dialogue session on May 3rd, 2008 from 1-5 pm at the Smithers Secondary School,

i''îci"e information about the Pi-Alismithei's OCP Review process can be found at www.town.smithers.bc.ca.

Comn'ìunity Survey8. THANK YOU!!

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COUNCIL Date:Decision:

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BYLAW NO. 1578

STATUS

Bylaw No. 1578 - Advisory Planning Commission BylawNo. 1575 Amendment No. 08-01

To amend Schedule 'A' of Advisory Planning CommissionBylaw No. 1575 to allow 8 members, rather than 7.

AprilS, 2008Received first, second, and thirdreadings.

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BYLAW NO. 1578 .

ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISS'Oru BYLAW NO. 1575AMENDMENT NO. 08-01

WHEREAS under Section 898 of the Locat Government Act, the Council haspassed a bylaw to establish an Advisory planning commission;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Smithers, in open meetingassembled, enacts as follows:

CITATION:

1.1 This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as ,,Bylaw No. 1s7g -Advisory Planning commission Bylaw No. 1575 Amendment 0g_01,',and comes into effect on the date of adoption.

AMENDMENTS:

2.1 Amend schedule 'A to Bylaw 1575 from seven (7) to eight (g). Theamended version will read as ,ollows:

The APC wiil be composed of a maximum of eight (g)members of the public whose qualifications, interesi,

"àobackground cover one or more of the following areas,providing an appropriate balance of interests within theCommission.

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BYLAW NO. 1578

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The Corporate Seal of the Town ofSmithers was hereto affixed in thepresence of


Deborah SargentCorporate Admin istrator (CAO)

CERTIFIED A TRUE AND CORRECTCOPY of Bylaw No. 1578 cited as "BylawNo. 1578 - Advisory Planning CommissionBylaw No. 1575 Amendment No. 08-01"

Deborah SargentCorporate Ad m in istrator (CAO)

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REPORT/ REGOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL

DATE: April 15, 2008 FILE:3900-20

BY: Leslie Ford, Financial Administrator REPORT: FIN-08-¡l

SUBJECT: Five-Year Bylaw No. 1579 and Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1580

REGOMMENDATION:

THAT Council give three readings to Town of Smithers 2008-2012 Five-Year PlanBylaw No. 1579 and Town of Smithers 2008 Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1580 on April22,2008 and foudh and final adoption on May 13,2008.

DISGUSSION:Under Section 165 of the Communtty Cha¡ter, Council is required to adopt a newFive-Year Financial Plan each year.

Council presented the 2008 to 2012 Five Year Financial Plan to the Public on AprilB'h, 2008. Advertisements about the budget presentation had been placed in thenewspaper and on the radio. Attendance was slightly higher than in past years(perhaps due to the prizes given out).

Part of the process concerning the Five Year Plan involved the distribution of aBudget lnformation Package, which included Budget Bylaw Schedules, Five YearCapital Plan and Municipal Property Tax information.

Attached is information about all taxing authority levies to be billed out to SmithersTaxpayers in May 2008. The Municipal tax levies have increased, in total, by 2.4o/o,

the Regional District tax levy has decreased by 3.69%, the Regional Hospital hasincreased by 2.71o/o âtld the BC Assessment levy has increased by 8.19%. TheTown has not received official 2008 School tax rates from the Province as yet.

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BYLAW NO. 1579

FtvE-yEAR (2008-2012) FtNANC|AL PLAN

A Bylaw to Present the Five-Year Financial Plan commencing in the year 2008

WHEREAS, under Section 165 of the Community Cha¡ter, the Council of theTown of Smithers must prepare a five-year financial plan;

THEREFORE, the Council of the Town of Smithers, in open meeting assembled,enacts as follows:

CITATION

This bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Bylaw No. 1 s7g - Five-year(2008-2012) Financial Plan", and comes into effect January 1,2OOB.

FIVE.YEAR FINANC PLAN SCHEDULES

schedule.At;'"41","8r" "C", r'Dr" "E"r"F", "G'and "H" attached hereto andmade part of this Bylaw are hereby declared to be the Five-Year FinancialPlan of the Town of Smithers commencing in the year 2008.

READ A FIRST TIME THIS DAY OF APRIL, 2OO8

READ A SECOND TIME THIS DAY OF APRIL, 2008.

READ A THIRD TIME THIS DAY OF APRIL, 2OO8

ADOPTED THIS DAY OF MAY, 2OO8

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The Corporate Seal of the Townof Smithers was hereto affixedin the presence of:


Deborah SargentCorporate Administrator (CAO)

CERTIFIED A TRUE AND CORRECTCOPY of Bylaw No. 1579 cited as"Bylaw No. 1579 - Five-year (2OOg-2012) Financial Plan".

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Town of Smithers

Consolidated Five Year Financial Plan

REVENUE

Municipal Property Taxation (General & RCMP)

Other Taxes

User Fees/Sale of Services

lnvestment lncome

Govemment Transfers/Grants

Other Re Miscellaneous

Proceeds Disposal of Financial Assets

Proceeds Disposal of Physical Assets

Bonowing Proceeds

Transfers from FundsTransfer from General Operating

Transfer from Utility Operating

Transfer from Airport Operating

Transfer from RCMP Operating

Transfer from Capital Funds

Transfer from Statutory Reserves

TOTAL REVENUE

EXPENDITURES

Ope rati n g Expen ditu resGeneral Govemment ServicesProtectíve Services (lncluding RCMP)

Garbage Collection Serv¡ces

Public Health/Cemetery Services

DevelopmenVEcon Devt/Tourism Serv¡ces

Transportation & Transit Serv¡ces

Recreation and Cultural ServicesUtílilty (Water, Sewer, Storm) ServicesAirport Services

Fiscdl end other ExpendituresPrincipal and lnterest payments

Remove Cost of Property held for Resale

Use of Donated and Tax Sale Proceeds

Capital expendituresCapital projects

Tânsfers to lundsTiansfer to Gêneral Operating

Transfer to Utility Operatíng

Transfer to Airport Operating

Transfer to Capital Funds

Transfer to Statutory Reserves

TOTAL EXPENDITURES

Total Reserve/Surplus/ Financial Equity:Opening Balance

Transfers to Funds

Transfers from Funds

Closing Balance

Five Year Projection

2008

Budget

Budget Schedule A

2010 201'l 20't2

Budget Budget Budget

2009

Budget

$4,1Æ,428570,622

33U,772284,952

10,192,173

85,500

115,000

20,000

1455,574

94,374,8576',t7,621

3,375,908

220,563

2,346,773

76,500

31,000

800,000

$4.581 ,912

582,426

3,4't5,966

206,692

1,556,968

570,500

$4,7S8,854

590,526

3.457.069

201.9643,845,468

540,500

$5,038,796

590,526

3,498,937

202,650

995,468

90,500

35,000

800,000

70,000

800,000

70,000

2,500,000

20,207,O21 11,843,222 11,784,464 .16,004,381 11,25't,917

355,000

'150,075

1 10,000

149,174

30,923

11,000

340,000 1 80,000

7,103,019 1,895,721 906,072 751 j72 621,577

$27,310,040 $13,738,943 $t2,690,536 $16,7S5,553 $11,873,494

$1,W,776 $1,331,321 $1,358,344 91,402,177 s1,423,8M1,95{,061 1,934,679 1,982,473 Þ,OOS,SAa 2,053,542

209,758 212JA1 215,237 2183U 221,626

86,496 57,654 58,326 59,011 59,709

1,091,885 754,935 716,561 732,614 744,205

1,232,616 1,216,650 ',t,242,435 1,2ô8,994 1,296,349

1,277,833 1,329,992 1,311,602 ',t,U3,711 1,364,295

940,898 957,864 975,315 993,265 1,011,730

I,168,197 1,172,667 1,',t87,871 1,213,830 't,290,568

9,303,520 8,967,943 9,048,164 9,237,969 9,465,868

289,229

103,000

208,000

504j25 554,626 489,129 489,129

600,229 504/125 554,626 489jn 485,129

16,592,561 3,442,000 2,535,000 6,491,000 1,335,000

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608,187

90,986

2,937,000

2,432,800

204,884

655,000

194,774

69,563

276,OOO

495,500

261,809

75,000

150,871

63,392

55,32'l

110,000

268,487

7,769

161,24630,683

I 55,905

465,896

166,68S

22,374

280,305

355,507

176,493

9,4't7

3,200

363,636

3,200

383,908

3,200

384,634

190,347 195,663

813,730 824,875 552,746 577,455 583,497

$27,310,040 $13,738,943 $12,690,536 $16,795,s53 $11,873,494

Total Reserve/Surplus Balance/Financ¡al Equ¡ty Fund Balance is comprised of:General Operating Surplus 929,W 724,163 462,354

Utilþ Operating Surplus 1,182,075 693,768 795,261

Airport Operating Reserves 1,189,116 1,016,716 875,262

RCMP Operating Reserves 266,990 197 ,427 134,035

Statutory Bylaw Resewes 2,355,930 2,215,937 2,224,573

Capital Reserves/Funds 243,451 247,756 250,956

312,279

875,608

726,O88

103,',112

2,268,481

243,'t56

256,958

961,271

457,601

95,343

2,473,115246,356

6,166,613 5,095,767 4,742,441 4,528,724 4,490,6M

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Town of SmithersGonsolidated Five Year Financial plan

Budget Schedule A1

PROPORTION OF BUDGETED CONSOLIDATED REVENUE==

The chart below shows the percentage breakdown of budgeted operating and capital revenuesources within the current five-year financial plan

' Property taxation revenue has fluctuated in the past between 41o/o to 45% of the totaloperating revenue sources, with the average in the past being just over 44Vo. The current2008-2012 Financial Plan shows that taxation revenue will fluctuãte between 41% to 4go/o oftotal operating revenue, with the average just over 45%.

' Fees and charges remain fairly consistent at 33% of the annual budgeted operating revenue.o Government grants in 2008 at11o/o of the budgeted operating revenue sources represents ahigher percentage than in past years, due to more available operating grants. The averagebudgeted grant revenue over the next five years for operations sits at 9.s%.

' !19 of operating funds to offset operating expenses occurs within the General Operating andRCMP operating funds. There is also budgeted use of surplus funds within ihe GeneralOperating budget to offs-et particular projectsTexpenses (such as to pay for the OCp projectand be a contingenc_y for emergency costs). The average percentage use or operaiingsurplus over the next 5 years is 3.7%.

o Other Taxes remain consistent between 5% lo 6% of the budgeted operating revenue. Thisincludes 1% Utility taxes, Grants in lieu of taxes, 2o/o Holel Tãxes and Locãl Area Servicetaxes.

o lnvestment lncome and Other lncome budgeted revenue averages roughly just under 2o/o ofthe total budgeted operating revenue.

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617,621

3,372,10A

1 82,000

966,468

50,500

401,221

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6 20%

33 83%

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582,426

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895,468

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102,572

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31,000

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Revenue Percentages

TOTAL REVENUE

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Prcperty Taxation

of Physical Assets

lncome

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Budget Schedule A1PROPERTY TAX LEVY ALLOGATIONS AMONGST THE PROPERTYCLASSES...

The charts below show the Percent (%) allocations of the municipal tax levy amongst the variousassessment classes over the past few year, the actual proposed for 2008 and projected over thenext few years based on the five-year plan. The % allocation to the residential assessment classhas been increasing slightly over the past few years while the business assessment classallocation has been decreasing.

The residential assessment class was 71 .8% of the total assessment base in 2007. ln 2008 it hasbecome over 73.2o/o of the total assessment base (seen on following page 13). Therefore theshare of taxes to be paid in 2008 by the residential class was increased by the amount ofincrease in its share of the total assessment base. The residential class 1's share of the tax levyin 2OOT was 38.36%, which was increased by 1 .34% to become 38.87o/o of the tax share in 2008.The recreation/not for profit class 8 assessment base also increased and therefore its share ofthe tax levy was increased from 0.154o/o of the 2007 tax levy lo 0.1823% of the 2008 tax levy. Asa result, the shares of taxes apportioned to classes 2, 4, 5 and 6 were reduced in 2008.

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2003 34.331o/o 2.623o/c 12.558Vo 2,107Vo 48.227Vo o.154yo

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2007 38,3618% 2.4939% 12.O857% 2.'|280h 44.7766n/o O,154o/o

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GeneralOperating Fund

Five Year Plan

2009

$3,206,126

617,621

Budget Schedule B

20122008

$3,024,648

570,622

2010

$3,366,433

582,426

1,042,782150,000818,468

50,500

$1,358,344689,60.,|

't,427.1602't5,23758,326

716,561

6,814

3,855,100

2011

$3,534,7s5

590,526

1,053,238150,000818,468

50,500

REVENUE

M unicipal Real Property TaxationMunicipal - General

Other Taxes (Locâl Area Service Charges, Utility

User Fees/Sale of Serviceslnvestment lncomeGovernment Transfers (Grants)Other Revenue

Taxes, Granls in Lieu of Taxes, Penalties/lnterest, 2% Hotel Taxes)

$3,711,492

590,526

1,063,900150,000818,46850,500

Transfer from General Operating SurplusTransfer from Statutory Reseryes

Tax Collections for other Governments

Total Revenue

487,046 204,88450,000

261 ,809 150,075 55,321

3,813,765 3,834,100 3,855,100 3,876,100 3,897,100

1,020,963200,000

1,099,76850,500

$1,34,776722,295

'1,417,341209,75886,496

I,091,8851

6,814

3,813,765

1,032,529157,000835,46850,500

$1,331,321682,385

1,401,375212,18157,654

754,935

6,814

3,834,100

EXPENDITURES

Operating ExpendituresGeneral GovemmentProtective ServicesTransportation and TransitGarbage Collection/RecyclingPublic Health/CemeteryDev't Services/Tourism/Econ Dev'tRecreation and Culture

Fiscal and other ServicesDebt payments

Transfers to other FundsTransfer to Sewer Operating Fund

Tax Payments to other Governments

Total Expenditures

General Operating Surplus:Opening Balance

Transfer to SurplusTransfers from Surplus

Closing Balance

$'1,402,177696,961

1,453,719218,38459,011

732,614

$1,423,U4704,469

'l ,481,074221,62659,709

744,2054

1

264,130 345,252 456,5s4 401,952 401,952

6,814

3,876,100

6,814

3,897,100

6,093 279

3211

Town of SmithersUtility Operating Fund

(Water, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer)

REVENUE

Fees and Charges/Sale ofServicesWater User RatesSewer User Rates

Transfer from Own FundsTransfer from Utility Operating Surplus - WaterTransfer from Utility Operating Surplus - SewerTransfer from Utility Operating Surplus - Storm Sewer

Transfer from Other FundsTransfer from General Operating Fund

Total Revenue

EXPENDITURES

Water Operati ng ExpendituresSanitary Sewer Operating ExpendituresStorm Sewer Operating Expenditures

Fiscal ServicesDebt payments

Transfer to Own Funds

Transfer to other Fundsïransfer to Capital - WaterTransfer to Capitial - SewerTransfer to Capital - Storm Sewer

Total Expenditures

Utility (Water/Sewer/Storm Sewer) OperatÍng Surplus:Opening Balance

ïransfers to SurplusTransfers from Surplus (for capital funding)

Closing Balance

Five Year Plan

2009

Budget Schedule C

2010 201'l 2012B B

$554,541611,1U

$565,631623,377

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2008

$533,007587,422

250,000267,000

30,000

$543,667599,1 71

245,00060,000

350,000

$412,323479,10966,432

245,00060,000

350,000

15,00060,000

$420,220487,930

67,165

15,00060,000

0

50,00060,000

$428,344497,OO267,919

50,00060,000

$436,701506,332

68,697

$576 944635 845

6,814 6,814 6,814 6,814 6,814

822

$404,646470,53265,720

25,099 25,099 20,701 12,210 12,210

161,246 166,689 176,493 190,347 195,663

250,000267,OOO

30,000

50,00060,000

0

50,00060,000

0

1

$l,567,833161,246

(547,000)

$1 ,182,079166,689

(655.000)

$693,768176,493ø5.000)

$795,261190,347

(110.000)

$875,608195,663

(110.000)

$1,182,079 $693,768 $795.261 $€75.608 r 961.271

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Airport Operating Fund

REVENUE

Fees and Charges

lnvestment lncome

Government Transfers

Transfer from Own FundsTransfer from Airport Operating ReservesTsf from reseryes to cover NDI repmtsTsf from reserves to cover ST debt repmt

Total Revenue

EXPENDITURDS

Operating Expenditures

Transfer to own FundsTransfer to Airport Operat¡ng Reserves

Fiscal and Other ServicesNDI conlractual repaymentST Bonowing repayments

Transfer to Other FundsTransfer to Capital Funds

Totial Expenditures

Airport Operating Reserve:Opening Balance

Transfers to ReserveTransfers from Reserve

Closing Balance

$1,183,197 $1,137,667 $1,202,87't $1,228,830 $1,305,563

30,683 22.374 9,417

Fíve Year Plan

2009

$1,185,041

$25,000

$54,000

115,00019,68160,093

73,68160,093

Budget Schedule D

20122008

$1,177,880

$36,000

608,187

2010B

$1,192,288

$20,000

73,50019,68157,690

19,ô8157,690

2011

$1,199,623

$15,000

74,20719,68155,286

19,68155,286

$1,207,048

$15,000

193,520'19,681

55,286

19,68155,286

608,187 115,000 73,500 60,000 110,000

$1,766,62030,683

(608,r87)

$r,189,r1622,374

(94.774\

$1,016,74@9,417 0 0

l'150.871 l (14s,1741 (268.4871

Town of SmíthersRCMP Operating Fund

Budget Schedule E

2008

Five Year Plan

2009 2010 20't'l 2012B

$1,123,780 $1,168,731 $1,215,480 $1,264,099 $1,327,304

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M unicipal Property Taxation

Fees and ChargesGovernment Transfers (Grants)

Transfer from Own FundsTransfer from RCMP Operating Reserve

Totial Revenue

EXPENDITT]RES

Operating Expenditures

Transfer to own FundsTransfer to RCMP Operating Reserve

Totial Expenditures

RGMP Operating Reserve:Opening Balance

Transfers to ReserveTransfers from Reserve

Closing Balance

90,986 69,563 63,392 30,923 7,769

073

$1,303,766 $1,327,294 $1,367,872 $1,3U,022 $1,424,073

12,00077,O00

12,00077,000

12,00077,000

1 2,00077,000

12,00077,000

1 294

$357,9760

(90.986)

$266,9900

(69,563)

$197,4270

(63.392)

$134,0350

(30.923)

$r 03,1 1 20

(7,769)266.990 $197.427 $134.035 $103,112 $95,343

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REVENUES

Sou¡.ces of Fundslnternal Equipment Charges: Fire Departmentlnternal Equipment Charges: Operational Services Departmentlnternal Equipment Charges: Airport

Total Revenue

EXPENDITURES

Operating Gosts:Fire Department Fleet CostsOperational Services Fleet CostsAirport Fleet Costs

Total Expenditures

'* Transfer to Other FundsNet Transfer toNet rransrer to lSla su.¡"""Net Transfer toNet Transfer to

Budget Schedule F

2012

42008

$130,000514,385

60,000

$55,000297,41

75,000184,72515,00032,215

Five Year Plan

2009

$1 30,000514,385

60,000

$55,000297,441

75,0001U,725

'15,000

32,219

2010

$130,0005'14,38560,000

$55,000297,441

75,000184,72515,00032,219

2011

$1 30,000514,385

60,000

$55,000297,441

75,0001U,725

15,00032,2't9

$130,000514,385

60,000

$55,000297,441

75,0001U,725

15,00032,219

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397

Town of SmithersStatutory Reserve Bylaw Funds

(Restricted Reserves by Bylaw and Legislation)

REVENUESSources of Funds

Proceeds on Disposition of Property Held for ResaleOther Revenuelnvestment lncomeNet lnternal Fleet Charges from Fleet Maintenance Fund

Transfer from Other FundsTransfer from General Operating Fund

Transfer from Own ReservesTransfer from Capital Works/Land Sales Statutory ReserveTransfer from Recreation Facilities Statutory ReserveTransfer from M & E Replacement Statutory ReserveTransfer from lnfrastructure Statutory ReserveTransfer from Airport M & E Replacement Statutory ReserveTransfer from Local Area Service ReserveTransfer from Parking Spaces ReserveTransfer from Forestry ReserveTransfer from Tax Sale reserve

Total Revenue

E)GENDITTJRES

ExpendituresUse of Donated FundsUse ofTax Sale Proceeds

Transfer to other FundsTransfer to Capital FundsTransfer to Operating Funds

Transfer to Own ReservesTransfer to Capital Works/Land Sales Statutory ReserveTransfer to Recreation Facilities Statutory ReserveTransfer to Parkland Statutory ReserveTransfer to M & E Replacement Statutory RqserveTransfer to Airport M& E Replaeernent Statutory ReserveTransfer to Local Area Service ReserveTransfer to Parking Space ReserveTransfer to Forestry Reserve

Total Expenditures

Total Statutory Reserve Funds:Opening Balance

Transfers to reserve fundsTransfers from reserve funds

Closing Balance

Statutory Reserves Balance is comprised of:Capital Works/Land Sales Statutory ReserveRecreation Facilities Statutory ReserveParkland Statutory ReserveMachinery and Equipment Replacement Statutory Reservelnfrastructure Statutory ReserveAirport Machinery and Equipment Replacement Statutory ReserveLocal Area Service ReserveParking Spaces ReserveForestry ReserveTax Sale ReserveTotal

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2008

$115,000

43,952306,944

$150,00058,000

2,224,800

1,352,50058,000

607,00087,50035,00034,80050,000

150,000

Five Year Plan

2009B

$10,00038,563

306,944

50,00075,000

329,000

4l,500

$445,50050,000

19,25733,482

652273,242

16,787I

8612,000

2011

$40,00036,964

306,944

50,000

290,000

19,45132,505

678272,564

16,6191

9042,000

2012

$40,00037,690

306,944

50,000

130,000

19,45133,155

692272,293

16,951

9242,000

2010Budget

$20,00036,692

306,944

50,00040,000

265,000

19,35432,652

665272,583

16,293,|

8822,000

634

$355,000 $340,000 $180,000

134,16233,963

639276,67317,14

6831,065I,567

908

465,896 355,507 363,636 383,908 384,634

I 1't5

$762,94363,15732,591

1,364,43630,86189,352

394,3199,242

$732,20021,63933,233

'l,308,67730,86164,640

404,405

20,242

$701,5s14,29133,898

1,316,26030,86180,932

41

4,49442,242

$671,00546,79634,576

'1,298,824

30,86r97,551

424,584

84,242

,861,1

$ilo,45679,951

424,676

126,242

1,44130

114

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(Capital Projects and Gapital Reserves)

2008

608,1 872,224,800

Five Year Plan

2009

ùoJc,uuuI'15.000445,500

31,000800,000

1,380,30s'16,000

3,500

50,00050,000

1,685,000191

3,500276,805

201 0

$75,00û73,500

355,000

70,000800,000661,500500,000

3,200

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2012

$'i i 0,0001 10,000180,000

35,000800,000100,000

TotalFive Years2008 - 2012

$1,497,000966,687

3,545,300

226,0006,3s5,574

14,107,2101 ,001,000

16,6005,000

372,0001 r,000

738,0002,000,000

103,000

$s0,944,371

2011

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Other Sources of FundingDisposal of Physical AssetsBorrowing (Long Term/Short Term)Grants (Government Transfers)Other (Fundraising, donations etc)Cemetery Capital Development Feeslnvestment lncome

Transfer from Own FundsTransfer from Debentu re Surplus Ca pita I ReservesTransfer from Cemetery Capital Dev't ReserveTransferfrom New Deal Fuel Tax Revenue ReserveTransferfrom Second Sheet lce ReserveTransfer from Other Capital Funds

ïotal Revenue

EXPENDITTJRESGapítal Projects

General Govemment CapitalFire Department (Fteet Replac€ment) CapitatRCMP CapitalTransportation (Roads and Streets & Fleet replacement)Cemetery CapitalDevelopment Services (inctuding Wiilowvate) CapitalRecreation and Cultural CapitalUtility (Water, Sewer & Storm) CapitalAirport Capital

Transfer to Own FundsTransfer to Debenture Surplus Capital ReservesTransfer to Cemetery Capital Development ReserveTransferto New Deal Fuel Tax Revenue Capital Reserve

Property Held for ResaleValue of Financial Assets Disposed of

Total Expenditures

Gapítal FundsOpening Balance

Transfers to Capital FundsTrânsfers from Capital Funds

Closing Balance

Gapital Fund Total Balance is comprised of:Cemetery Capital Development ReserveDebenture Surplus Capital ReservesNew Deal Fuel Tax Revenue Capital ReserveSecond Sheet lce Capital ReseryeOther (Value of Land Held for Resale etc)Total

372,000

462,0002,000,000

103,000

276,O00

$783,000 $30,00040,000 $40,000

2,662,500 1,396,000 1,095;000

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60,000340.000

20,0001,455,5749,015,405

35,0003,s005,000

70,0002,500,0002,950,000

450,0003,200

392,5006,278,000

547,000

3,500152,405

I 03,000

2,500,000360,000

1't ,00050,000

900,000110,000

50,0001,040,000

75,000

3,200

3,200

1 1,000

965,000

50,000

1 t0,00021

3,200 3,200

$813,00080,000

2,500,0006,478,500

11,000592,500

8,268,0002,527,0009,125,561

30. 395,561

16,600429,210

103,000

$30,9,+4,371

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155,905 280,305

r56 250,956

51,8366,447

25,365

5l,8367,252

25,365

13,59451,836

7,25225,365

51,8367,252

25,365

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BYLAW NO. I58O2OO8 TAX RATES

WHEREAS, under Section 197 of the Community Chañer, the Council of theTown of Smithers must impose property value taxes for the year by establishingtax rates.

THEREFORE, the Council of the Town of Smithers, in open meeting assembled,hereby enacts as follows:

1. The following rates are hereby imposed and levied for the year 2008:

a) For all lawful general purposes of the municipality on the assessed valueof land and improvements taxable for general municipal purposes, ratesappearing in Column "4" and Column "8" of Schedule I attached heretoand forming a part hereof.

b) For Northwest Regional Hospital District purposes on the full assessedvalue of all land and assessed value of all improvements taxable forRegional Hospital District purposes, rates appearing in Column "A" ofSchedule ll attached hereto and forming a part hereof.

c) For Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako purposes on the full assessedvalue of all land and assessed value of all improvements taxable forRegional District purposes, rates appearing in Column "8" of Schedule llattached hereto and forming a part hereof.

2. The minimum amount of taxation upon a parcel of real property shall be One($1.00¡ Dollar.

3. Thís bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Bylaw No. 1580 - 2008 TaxRates", and comes into effect on the date of adoption.

READ A FIRST TIME THIS DAY OF APRIL, 2008.

READ A SECOND TIME THIS DAY OF APRIL, 2OO8

READ A THIRD T]ME THIS DAY OF APRIL, 2008.

ADOPTED THIS DAY OF MAY, 2008.

<-e-bl-rTOWN OF SMITHERS

BYLAW NO. 1580

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The Corporate Seal of the Townof Smithers was hereto affixedin the presence of:

James A. DavidqorìMayor

Deborah SargentCorporate Ad ministrator (CAO)

CERTIFIED A TRUE ANDCORRECT COPY of Bylaw No.1580 cited as "Bylaw No. 1580-2008 Tax Rates".

Deborah SargentCorporate AdminÍstrator (CAO)

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SCHEDULE I

MUNICIPAL PURPOSES

PROPERTYGLASS

Golumn "4"TÆ( RATES

Dollars of Tax per$1,000 Taxable

ValueMunicipal(General)

Golumn "8"TÐ( RATES

Dollars of Tax per$1,000 Taxable

ValueMunicipal(RCMP)

1. Residential 3.425388 1.272672

2. Utilities 31 .301858 11.629925

4. Maior lndustrv 33.996426 12.631060

5. Liqht lndustry 17.135775 6.366640

6. Business/Other 12.520743 4.651970

7. Manaqed Forests 10.276164 3.818016

L Recreation/Non-Profit 3.988665 1.48195

9. Farm 3.425388 1.272672

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SCHEDULE II

REGIONAL PURPOSES

TAX RATESDOLLARS OF TAX PER $1,OOO

TAXABLE VALUE

Column "4" Column "B"

PROPERTY GLASSRegionalHospitalDistrict

RegíonalDistrict

1. Residential 0.409686 1.793041

2. Utilities 1.433901 6.275644

4 1.392932 6.096339

5. Light lndustry 1_392932 6.096339

6. Business/Other 1.003731 4.392950

7. M Forests 1.229058 5.379123

L RecreationiNon-Profit 0.409686 1.793041

L Farm 0.409686 1.793041

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Sent: Monday, April 07, 2008 9:22 AM

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Subject: United Way Dinner lnvite - April 30th Sandman lnn

I am writing to invite Mayor and Councilto the United Way DinnerApril 30th from 5:30-7:30pm @ the Sandmanlnn. Attached you willfind the invite.

The goal of this dinner/information session is to inform key leaders within your community of Prince GeorgeUnited Way's current involvement in Smithers with regards to Campaign and Community Building lnitiatives. Wewould also like to discuss next steps towards a common communi$ building agenda.

lf you have any questions do not hesitate to call me at the number below.

Lesley AndersonCommunity Programs and Services CoordinatorUnited WayWe Believe .lnvesting ¡n Noñhern BC Communities

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Town of Smithers,Box 879Smithers BC VOJ 2N0

To Whom It May Concern:

This letter is to notiff you of an ongoing opportunity to participate in Sustainable Forest Management(SFM). BCTS has committed through its Environmental Management System (EMS) and SustainableForest Management Planto provide opportunities for First Nations communities and publicstakeholders to contribute to SFM. Maintaining effective communication and information sharingopportunities between all interested parties is a key goal of BCTS.

There will be joint EMS and SFM information sessior/client meetings held across the Babine BusinessArea per the following:

If there are any changes to the attached schedule, interested parties will be contacted with the updateddetails. If you are interested in attending one of these sessions, please provide your contactinformation byphone, email or post.

More information on BCTS' EMS and SFM Plans can be found on our external website at thefollowing link: http://www.for.eov.bc.ca./bcts/areasÆBA_certification.htm.

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From: ClintWalker[[email protected]]

Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 20081:07 PM

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Subject: Please Forward to Mayor Davidson

Mayor Davidson,

I wish to thank you for hosting the public meeting with Shell last week regarding their plans in the Klappan andwhat has become known as the Sacred Headwaters region. This project is of great concern to myself and themembership in general of the Bulkley Valley Rod and Gun Club. All parties involved are acutely aware of thepotentially devastating effects that a project of this type could, and is likely to have in the long term, on the fragilemountainous ecosystems of the Klappan. What worries me the most at this time is Shell's lack of transparencysurrounding the entire project. lt worries me that Shell claimed that they could not answer questions asked bymyself and by a couple others in the room at that meeting. Shell claims that they are the best company toundertake this project due to their vast knowledge, resources and financial backíng, as well as their committmentto the protection of the environment. YET, when specifically asked, with regards to their given timeline,they claimed that they did not have answers to questions regarding how many wells they would need to drill tomake the project viable, how much toxic heavy water they would have to truck out to meet obligations and whatthey would do when a well was sheared off due to inevitable seismic activity. At this meeting, Shell claimed thatthey had never had that happen. Yesterday, I heard that in fact this had already happened to one of the test wellsthat they had drilled in 2004, and this was the real reason they were only going to re-enter 2 of the 3 original testwells in 2008. Do you have any way to find out if this information is factual? I hope to gaÍn confirmation of thisinformation in the immediate future and I suggest that all interested parties do as well. Shell's apparent lack ofhones$ and reluctance to openly inform the public about all aspects of this project should be of greatconcern. My opinion is that, since Shell has timelines in place of when they will be sending their product tomarket via pipeline, they obviously have already answered all of those questions themselves. Questions that theywouldn't answer at the meeting last week, such as how many wells will be drilled, what will be the pipeline route,how much heavy water is expected and most importantly, specifically, how will failed wells be dealt with whenseismic activity inevitably fractures them. Even if it is true, if they feel that their claim of 90 years without afractured well is postive and adequate, perhaps they have forgotten how millions of years it took those mountainsto become what they are, how long they will be continuing to grow through seismic activity, and for how manymillions of years the wildlife will need to callthe Klappan their home.

Once again Mr Mayor, I thank you for allowing the opportunity for me to learn more about Shell's plans throughthe open meetíng, and I urge you and your council tc¡ make this issue a prime topic of concern. I truly feel that, inthe long term, the province, the region, the wildlife, the fish and the Town of Smithers cannot economically,morally, or environmentally afford to have Shell pursuing a Coal Bed Gas project in the Klappan at this time withthe limited scientific data, the devastating track records and the limited technology currently available.

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by our town. This trail is very well used and enjoyed, except that the lovely brick trail becomes a mudd¡ dog

poopy mess before it joins the perimeter trail behind the golf course.[ please see map]. On behalf of the

residents and hail walkers,I'd appreciate the town looking into this matter and fixing this muddy part

with gravel and provide "dog scoopers" and garbage cans.[see mapJ Thank you for your time and

consideration of this request. We look forward to having a much improved trail to enjoy and to be

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WHEREAS prioi to L997, ltre Revenue Sharing Act provided for a sharing of

provincial revenues with regional governments on an unconditional basis;

AND WHEREAS a share of Provi4cial Sales Tax, Corporate Income Tax a¡dresource revenues was transferred annually to regional govemments;

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transferÐ forcing regional governments to increase their reliance on propertytaxes;

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regional Bovemment across Canada are struggling;

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responsibilities in social housing child care, arts and culture, social services,

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AND FURTHER THAT the Province of British Columbia implement a five yearfinancial plan at the provincial level to harmonize financial planning on all levelsof govemment for the province.

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Our local group of Alcoholics Anonymous would like you to consider a

request for use of the old ranger station on an ongoing basis.

The current meeting place at St Joes small hall will no longer be available

effective June 30.We have spoken with Mr. Andrew Hillaby in regard to this and the times we

require, Sunday and Tuesday evenings, are available.

Ás AA is a not for profit orgat:ization we would like to apply for a waiver ofrent for use of the rooms. Given that AA Tradition is that we cannot accept

outside contributions, in lieu of rent, we would be happy to purchase chairs'

tables, wallboards, or any other items to improve the rooms for everyone's use'

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April9, 2008

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Dear Mayor and Council,

As you're no doubt aware, the legislature finished debate on B¡ll 7, the LocalGovernment Statutes Amendment Act, which made some changes to the electorallaw governing civíc elections. The Official Opposition su,pported most of the changesbrought forward in this bill but felt that it didn't go far enough to make B.C. municipalelections more fair and accountable.

We introduced several amendments that we felt would improve the situation. Firstly,we wanted to improve public access to the campaign financialdisclosures and wouldalso like to see the legislation mandate that these disclosures be made in astandardized electronic form to make it easier to publish them online.

We also introduced an amendment to put a limit on the amount of anonymousdonations that campaígns can accept. As it is, campaigns can accept as many $s0anonymous donations as they want and this potentially creates a way to hide wheremoney is coming from.

Finally we want to see limits put on spending and Íntroduced an amendment to thateffect. This is a complex change that would require significant consultation todevelop rules that work for large and small municipalities, but we feelthe work wouldbe worth it to enhance c¡vic democracy. Minister Chong has expressed that she isnot willing to proceed with any such reforms without broader support for such arequest, so I would encourage your council and any other interested parties to writethe minister and advocate through the UBCM to get that process started.

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Attention. Andrew Hillaby - Director of Recreation

A letter was submitted in February 2008 to Mayor Jim Davidson and Council andto date we have not received a reply on the letter submitted. Please find a copy ofthe letter attached.

As one of the prizes we are envisioning to offer is a "Family Active LivingPackage", where we are looking to provide such things as skiing, bowling, skating,swimming passes and gift certificates to restaurants. We are upprourhing the

X. Town of Smithers for a donation of Family Skating passes and passes tó theSummer Camp which the town provides for the Youths. We would like to have allthe prizes together by the end of April 2008, so that \¡/e can proceed with the drawfor May 2008.

It would be greatly appreciated if we could hear back from you on this request byFriday, April 25, 2008 so that we can proceed with obtaining our licen.. unâhaving the tickets made up. You can direct any corespondence in regards to thismatter to Joan Lecourt at (25ü) 841:90()5 home after 5 pm and Q5E-84'i-65t5during the day"

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Our local Bulkley Valley Chapter of CPF provides support, information andresources for parents with children studying French. As well our local chapterworks with parents to fund and organize arange of events such as French Cu-pday, to public-speaking competitions and film festivals.

As parents of the Bulkley Valley Chapter we aide our children with French, andadvocate for strong French-second language programmes in our community

CPF believes in a bilingual Canada where young Canadians have'the opportunityto learn both of Canada's official languages English and French. We Uètìeve .rrárychild has the right to become a bilingual citizenthrough French second languageprograms such as the French Immersion program.

The Bulkley Valley Chapter of the Canadian Parents for French (CpF) inconjunction with the Muheim Memorial School, will be holding a Raffle to fimdraise for the various events we provide for the students. We would appreci ate anydonations of goods/services to be raffled off for this year's events.

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The Bulkley Valley Chapter of the Canadian Parents for French (CPF) inconjunction with the Muheim Memorial School, will be holding a Raffle to fundraise for the various events we provide for the students. This raffle will be held inaccordance with the BC Gaming Licence Class D.

As one of the prizes we are envisioning to offer is a "Family Active LivingPackage", where we are looking to provide such things as skiing, bowling, skating,swimming passes and gift certificates to restaurants. We are approaching theTown of Smithers for a donation of Family Skating passes and passes to theSummer Camp which the town provides for the Youths. We would like to have allthe prizes together by the end of February, so that we can proceed with the drawfor after Spring Break.

We would like to thank you in advance for taking the time to consider our requestand look forward to hearing from you. You can direct any corïespondence inregards to this matter to Joan Lecourt at (25û) 847-9005 home after 5 pm and (250)847 -6505 during the day.

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Dear Child Care Provider:

This is to inform you that the Ministry of Children and Family Development will be providing upto ten Child Care Awards of Excellence to recognize outstanding professionals who ãehverexceptional service to British Columbia children and families.

These awards are intended to acknowledge the valuable contribution early childhood educators(ECEs) and licensed family child care providers make in support of early leaming and child carein British Columbia. Child care professionals who have excelled in their field, generously sharedtheir knowledge and actively promoted the profession will be recognized in one of five awardcategories:

1. General: for all ECEs and licensed family child care providers who are currently workingin a licensed child care facility.

2. Aboriginal: for all ECEs and licensed family child care providers who are of Aboriginaldescent and currently working in a licensed child care setting.

3. Family Child Care ProvÍder: for individuals who operate a licensed family child carefacility.

4. Promising New Early Chitdhood Educator: for ECEs who have held an active licence topractice in BC as an ECE for two years or less.

5. Lifetime Achievement: for ECEs or licensed family child care providers who have workedfor at least 20 years in a licensed facility providing direct service to children.

Individuals who are nominated for this award will be assessed on their achievements in thefollowing four different areas: supporting child development; supporting diversity; involvingparents, families and communities; and commitment to and leadership in the child care sector.The nomination packages should describe how the nominee meets each of the selection criteria.Nominations for these awards will be accepted until April 25,2008. For further informationplease refer to the Nomination Guidelines, a copy of which has been included with this letter, orvisit /index.htrn.

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award or kindly consider nominating an exceptional early childhood educator or licensed familychild care provider in your area.

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Child Care Awards of ExcellenceNqmination Guidelines

The following guidelines will provide assistance in completing a nomination for the Child CareAwards of Excellence 2008. Nominators and nominees must follow these guidelines.

Award CategoriesThe Ministry of Children and Family Development will be recognizing early childhoodeducators (ECEs) and licensed family child care providers who provide excellent service andcare to children and families and who have taken steps to share their knowledge and to promotethe profession.

There are five award categories, in which up to ten awards will be presented:t. General2. Aboriginal3. Family Child Care Provider4. Promising New Earþ Childhood Educator5. LifetimeAchievement

The recipients of a Child Care Award of Excellence will be invited to attend an awardspresentation in Victoria sponsored by Minister of State for Child Care Linda Reid, onINf'ay 29,2008. Recipients of an award will recelve:. Travel expenses and accommodation costs paid to attend the awards presentation; and. A plaque recognizing their award.

Nominator Criteria>y Nominations for these awards will be open until April 25,2008

Individuals may nominate child care professionals who they feel meet the selection criteria.Nominators will be required to complete and submit the nomination form and a letter, no longerthan 500 words, that describes and provides examples of how the nominee meets each of theselection criteria.

Award nominations can be made by individuals who:. can affest to and provide evidence of the nominee's ability to meet the selection criteria

(e.g.: colleagues, supervisors, parents of a child in care);o Írrs not related to the nominee; andr âr€ not part of the Selection Committee.

Elieibilitv CriteriaTo be eligible for an Award of Excellence, the nominee must:. be legally eligible to work inCanada;. be a resident of British Columbia;r consert to the nomination;. hold an active license to practice as an ECE in BC, under sections 25 or 26 of the Child

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Aboriginal Award of Excellence:. Self-identifli as an Aboriginal person.

Family Child Care Provider Award of Excellence:. Operate a licensed family child care.

Promisino Neu/ Earlv Childhood Educator A of ExcellenceHave held an active license to practice in BC as an ECE for two years or less.a

Lifetime Achievement Award of Excellence:. Have worked for at least twenty years as an ECE or as a family child care provi<ier in a

licensed child care facility providing direct seivice to children.

Selection CriteriaThe selection criteria for each of the awards will be based on the nominee's achievements infour different areas:. supporting child development;. supportingdiversity;. involving parents, families and communities; and. commitment to and leadership in the child care sector.

The nomination package should show how the nominee has excelled in each of the four areas.

l Supportine child developmentThe nominee supports and promotes the development and well-being of children by:. planning and organizing activities that encourage children's intellectual, social.and physical

development;. celebratingchildhood;. developing and implementing creative ways to create an exciting and engaging learning

environment that captures and maintains children's interest; and. building wann and trusting relationships with each child.

2. Supporting child diversityThe nominee supports children's different developmental needs and celebrates cultural,linguistic and ethnic diversity by:. respecting each child's abilities, home language, culture and family composition;. creating a safe and stimulating learning environment responsive to each child's abilities,

interests and developmental needs;. using games and activities to help children learn about and honour diversity within

families and society; and. providing programs and activities that allow children to explore new ideas and learn about

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education of children; and. developing partnerships with colleagues and community agencies in order to support

families and assist them in accessing community programs and services.

4. Commitment and LeadershipThe nominee demonstrates commitment to and leadership in the child care field by:r pursuing personal growth by attending professional development courses, workshops or

other developmdnt activities;. sharing knowledge with others (colleagues and/or parents); and. providing support or training to other professionals in the field (through mentorship

activities and/orby organizing or delivering professional development courses/workshops).

Submittins a Nomination

1. Obtain and complete the nomination form. This form is available at

2. Ensure that both the nominator and the nominee have signed the Nomination form.3. Include a letter, not longer than 500 words, that describes how the nominee has excelled as

an ECE or as a licensed family child care provider, and how she or he meets each of theselection criteria.

4. Submit the Nomination form, letter and any supporting documentation by fax or mail to:

Child Care Awards of ExcellenceEarly Years Team

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Victoria BC V8V/ 9S5Fax: 250 356-2528 (Attention: Child Care Awards of Excellence)

Nominations and all supporting material become the properfy of the Government ofBritish Columbia and will not be returned.

The decisions of the Selection Committee are final and not subject to review.

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Dear Mayor Davidson;

I am writing to thank you and Smithers council for acknowledging Emergency Social Servicesvolunteers by presenting the five year pins. I appreciate the support and encouragement that the Townof Smithers offers to the ESS team.

I think the Smithers team has come a long way and has proven itself in situations where bothSmithers and Regional District residents have been displaced. As other municipalities have grown andexpanded their emergency management teams, Emergency Social Services have become less a side lightand more intr¡nsic to planning and preparation. When I was first asked to part¡c¡pate in ESS by S/Sgt.

Gary Brine and Emergency Coordinator Bill Elsner, there were many similarities between Victim Services

and Emergency Social Seruices, and there was a critical lack of ESS organization and volunteerrecruitment. However, there are also some difficulties in holding both offices, as volunteers must be

called to do Victim Services when I am called to ESS tasks. lt would be virtually impossible to have donethe job entirely as a volunteer. Northern Society for Domestic Peace (my contract holder) and the RCMP

have been gracious in allowing me to do a good deal of the work while at work. Commitment to thesafety and well being of our residents is their primary consideration.

I believe that the Smithers ESS team is well situatêd for a change in leadership that will allow meback full time to victim service programming. Margaret, Arlene and Anne will stay on as Alternatedirectors and Chief Stecko and I have an excellent candidate for ESS Director in mind. The team willcontinue training; we have a table top exercise planned for May 7th at the Pioneer Lodge where we hopethat residents will play the role of evacuees.

I am grateful for the opportunities afforded me by working and volunteering for ESS. I enjoyedgetting to know the Emergency Management Team and the professionalism of its members. So it with

+ some regret that I offer my resignatíon as of May 8th, 2008. Still I know that the team is capable and willbe in good hands.

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Mr. Tony Briglio and Members of NW RHDNorth West Regional Hospital DístrictSuite 300 - 4545Lazelle AvenueTERRACE BC V8G 4E1

Dear Mr. Briglio and Members of the NW RHD:

RE: Kidnev Dialvsis Needs

I am writing to provide additional information in response to a letter from Smithers Mayor Jim Davidson, andcopied to Northem Health, relative to Renal Dialysis Services in smithers.

North-ern Healthhas explored the Albeda Mobile Dialysis Project I would also like to provide offer some morespecific information with regard to that service as welÍas the option of home based services.

Regarding the mobile unit in Alberta, we understand the following:

o The bus has been in circulation since January 2009.. There are 2 hemo trained nurses working on the bus each day.. The bus operates for 1l hours per day and returns each night,o The driver is also trained as a hemo assistant.o The bus resides in a city that allows for preventative maintenance and access to biomedtechnicians regularly.

' The communities that the bus serves would require a minimum of 6 hemo dialysis patients toremain viable.

' The cost of the mobile unit ís approximately $ 2 million dollars which includes the heat controlledgarage for the bus to station each night,o Planning for this service began 2 years in advance.

Northern Health will be interested in the evaluation of this service following one year of operations, to determinesuccesses for this model of service and opportunities that this may or may not piesent for residents of NorthernBC.

As described in the discussion at the NW RHD Board meeting on March ZB,211g,it is unfortunate whenindividuals with advanced kidney failure require the kind of care that is only availaúle in larger òenÞrs, like princeGeorge or Vancouver,

Therefore it remains a priority for Northern Health to continue to build and promote preventative initiatives and toexplore options around home based services in order to support patients wíth chron¡c tiOney Oisease in theirhome comrnunities.

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We are happy to offer more detailed presentation of services within your municipal council discussion and wouldappreciate if you could encourage your dirætors to feel free to contáct the local administrator to arrange for thatdiscussion.

Sincerely,

Rowena Holoien,Chief Operating Officer - NW

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RE: Kidnev Dialvsis Needs

At the March 11,2008 Regular Meeting of Council, a delegation presented the dire needof kidney dialysis equipment, and medical professionals to opeiate such equipment, tobe available in health care facilities in our community and neighbouring comriunities.

As you are aware, many local residents who require dialysis and cannot travel toTerrace or Prince George for treatment are having no alternative but to relocate tocommunities that have services due to the frequencytf treatment required.

While it is Council's understanding that this issue has been presented to the RHD andconsideration is being given to it, new facts have been brought to our aitention as aresult of this delegation's presentation:

' Home dialysis may be an option for some, however, it is not an option forthose who live alone or who have aging care givers.

' A mobile dialysis unit is in operation in Northern Alberta and could besomething considered for our corridor stretching from Houston to Kitwangaand other rural communities beyond.

Council urges that immediate attention be given to this issue and strongly encouragesinvestigation into the viability of acquiring ã mobile unit that could r"rüJ our corridor.Perhaps using a model similar to what is currently used for the operation of the mobilescreening mammography unit that has proved to be most successfuf in meeting thehealth care needs of rural residents across British columbia.


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being circulated regarding getting dialysis services in Smithers inthe BulHey Valley .

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RE: Ski and Ride Smithers Draft Master Plan - Regional District ofBulkley-Nechako Comments on How Previous Raised lssues Have

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The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako appreciates the opportunity to againprovideiomments regarding the latest Ski and Ride Smithers' proposal. To

begin I would like to réstate the Board's support in principle for an expansion ofthe resort on Hudson Bay Mountain. An expansion has the potentialtosignificantly contribute to the recreational and economic diversity of the region'

Hówever, the Regional District continues to have a number of commentsregarding the propos.ed expansion plans as outlined in the Ski and Ride Smithers

Draft Master Plan and the supplemental information provided'

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The proponent is seeking approvals for Phase 1 of their development as outlined

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lf the above issues are not addressed adequately, or the applicant decidesto not proceed, Phases 2 and 3 may never occur. Therefore, Phase 1

must be designed to function adequately in the long term without relyingon any aspect of Phase 2 or 3.The applicant must also accept that the Regional District is not able toprovide any indication that support will be forthcoming for Phases 2 or 3.

Rezoning Process

It is again noted that development of Phase 1, and the Village Centre cannotoccur as proposed without a rezoning of the lands involved. As part of therezoning process further details regarding the land use, subdivision design,village centre design, and associated issues will need to be addressed to theBoard's satisfaction as part of the rezoning process. A small number of lots couldtheoretically be developed without rezoning, however staff would not recommendthat the applicant proceed with such a subdivision without ensuring the entirePhase I subdivision design, and associated issues, are addressed to the Board'ssatisfaction.

It is anticipated that servicing issues and the scale of retail and servicecommercial development will be an area of focus during the rezoning process toensure that the resod facilities compliment rather than compete with othercommercial areas in the Town of Smithers. Regional District staff note that moreinformation regarding the village centre area will be required as part of therezoning application review process. Regional District staff will ciosely considerthe input from the Town of Smithers on this issue.

Servicing lssues

The Regional District continues to have two primary concerns associated with thesewage disposal, water system, storm drainage system, fire suppression system,and solid waste collection system. The first concern is that the resort, or otherprivate 3'o party service provider, may decide in the future, for economic or otherreasons, to no longer be involved in providing these services. There is concernthat the Regional District will be called upon in future years to take over,subsidize, or otherwise become involved in providing these services.

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To date this issue has not been addressed to any degree. The Regional Districtcan not support any final Master Plan that does not adequately identify themanner in which these services are being provided, funded, and managed withsafeguards in place to ensure that the services continue to be provided in aresponsible manner in the long term to property owners without the need for theinvolvement of the Regional District.

Staffs second concern is with the proposal to incinerate the septic tank waste,resort waste, and private residence waste in a facility on the mountain that willgenerate steam heat and electricity. This may potentially be a solution; however,questions regarding the feasibility, and level of public support for this option willneed to be addressed to the satisfaction of the Regional District in the MasterPlan and during the rezoning process. lt may be that a significant level of publicopposition may exist regarding the burning of the waste, once this idea is madepublic. Information regarding the technology and emissions will likely benecessary.

It is assumed that the Province, through this Master Plan assessment process orthe subdivision approval process, will ensure that the large amgunts ofgroundwater used by the resort and other development will not have anynegative impact on the aquifer and well water supply in the area. lf the Provinceis not looking at this issue please advise the Regional District.

Public Access

It was recommended that details regarding the cabin colony parking area and itsmaintenance be included in the Master Plan. This information has not beenprovided. The Regional District would like to see the details of how this issue isto be addressed.

Ski Run into Town

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carbon tax legiólation. Such legislation uniquely and negatively impacts rural and

northern communities in British Columbia. This type of taxation unfairly penalizes

those communities who have no alternatives from which to escape such taxation,simply because of their location, remoteness, small population base and naturalweather conditions.

Valemount Council wishes to reinforce the concerns you have raised and hopes

that the Province and the Federal Government will seek reasonable transitionsolutions for northern and rural B.C. communities

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VICTORIA - The Province is creating a new regulatory framework for oil and gas by establishing theOil and Gas Activities Act Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Richard Neufeldannounced today.

"8.C.'s oil and gas industry has expanded dramatically under this government" said Neufeld."With record-setting land rights sales and strong interest in developing the province's emerging gas

plays, this statute sets the structure for success. This new innovation-ready legislation will supportgrowth in a way that safeguards the environment and demonstrates the Province's stewardship of ourenergy resources."

The Oil and Gas Activities Act supports key commitments ofthe BC Energy Plan byconsolidating oil and gas regulatory requirements, improving permitting processes, creating a newprocess for appealing decisions ofthe Oil and Gas Commission (OGC), and enhancing the powers ofthe OGC with respect to compliance and enforcement and responding to stakeholders.

The act will establish new requirements for notification and consultation of individuals directlyaffected by oil and gas proposals and will add new regulatory po\¡/ers to improve the protection ofenvironmental and landowner interests. In addition, this legislation will:

¡ Create a comprehensive compliance and enforcement regime suitable for regulating thiscomplex industry.

o Strengthen the existing penalty structure for offences to include fines of up to $1.5 million fornon-compliance.

. Support emerging geothermal resources by more effectively regulating the exploration anddrilling of this resource.

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Dear Mayor Davidson:

RE: Black Historv Month

Last month Canadians across the nation paid tribute to Black History month through a

host of activities and events. This is a special time and opportunity to celebrate the

achievements and contributions of Canadians, who, throughout history, have done so

much to make our country the culturally diverse, compassionate andprosperous nation

we know today.

This Black History Month, I had the opportunity to paid tribute to one such great

Canadian: BC MLA Rosemary Brown, the first black woman in our country elected to a

provincial legislature. I am but one of the thousands of women and women of colour

who were inspired by her achievements. Her accomplishments allowed each of us to see

new possibilities for ourselves: as activists, educators and role-models. Please find this

tribute enclosed for your information and reflection.

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Hon. Mobina S. B. Jaffer: Honourablesenators, I rise today in celebration ofBlack History Month and to pay tributeto a Canadian political pioneer,Rosemary Brown. She was the firstBlack woman in Canada elected to aproviniial legislature. She served BritishColumbians in this capacity from 1976to 1986.

Inl975, she was the first woman to runfor federal leadership in Canada. EdBroadbent defeated her on the finalballot for the NDP leadership that year.

Rosemary immigrated to Canada fromJamaicain 1951. She graduated fromMcGill in 1955 and went on to receive a

master's degree in social work from theUniversity of British Columbia in 1965.

She was a mother of three ohildren whoproved to Canadian women they coulddo it all as she skilfully found a way tobalance the demands of motherhood andCanadian politics.

As amember of the NDP provincialgovernment in the 1970s, she made a

committee to'eliminate sexism intextbooks and educational curricula. She

was also instrumental in establishing theBerger Commission on Family andintroduced legislation that prohibiteddiscrimination on the basis of sex ormarital status.

She was a founding member of theVancouver Status of Women council andfounding member and trainer ofvolunteers from the Vancouver CrisisCentre. Her importance to our countrywas acknowledged in1996 when she

was made an Officer of the Order ofCanada.

Honourable senators, Black HistoryMonth is very important in our countryand vitally impofant for our youth. Ouryoung people need to learn and bereminded of the remarkableachievements of Canadian trailblazerslike Rosemary Brown.

I pay tribute to Rosemary. Manywomen, including myself, were inspiredby her. I am but one ofthe thousands ofwomen and women of colour who wasmoved by her achievements and becameinvolved in politics through Rosemary'swork as an activist, educator androle-model.

Rosemary was strong and intelligent.She promoted justice and equality for allwomen in British Columbia and acrossCanada. She stood up for many voicesin our society that never make it to thelegislature or Parliament. Our country isbetter today because of all her work.

Honourable senators, I am proud of theway Canadians have embraced BlackHistoryMonth. It speaks to the value weplace on multiculturalism, a policy thatmakes me exceptionallyproud to be aCanadian.

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As much as I enjoy this month of arurualreflection, honourable senators, I lookforward to a day when we achieve thisgoal.

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RE: CONFIRMATIONLETTERMUNICIPAL POLICING EXPENDITURE CAP 2OO8iO9

Last year on June 4th,2007, a"Letter of Approval in Principle" was requested fromyour municipality for your 2008109 budget. This was in order for us to obtain theappropriate level of funding from Treasury Board through the Federal Govemment'sAnnual Reference Level Update (ARLU) process. We had also requested at that time aletter of confirmation of your Municipal Policing Expenditure Cap by May 5th, 2008.

Due to a revised Pension rate for members, as explained in the correspondence datedOctober 19,2007, and revision of the forecast, we have revised the '?rojected PerCapitd'for fiscal year 2008109 from $120,600 to $123,100.

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Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you require any further informationor clarifications, please do not hesitate to contact Yulanda Boland, Financial Managerat 604-264-2734.

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Dear Sir:

Re : Final Confirmation Letter - Municipal Policine Budget 2008/09

Please consider this confirmation by the City of XXXXXX that the Final 08/09 contract strength,

including (XX) additional members, is atotal of XX members.

The Overtime for 08/09 is $ (a)

The Budget estimate for 08/09 is project as follow:

f(Aut]rorized Strength x $ 123,100 + Overtime (a) + PRIME ) @70% I plus Integrated Teams

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If you have any questions, please call the undersigned at (604) 123-4567

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Alison WalkerThe Smithers StoryBox 879 1027 Aldous StreetSmithers BC VOJ 2N0

Dear Alison Walker:

Re: BC150 Mosaic Grant: Ilonouring the Diverse Cultures that Ilave Shaped this ProvinceResults

Thank you for your response to the above 8C150 Mosaic Grant.

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initiatives met the objectives and expected outcomes of the'8C150 Mosaic Grant that wereprovided to applicants. However, in accordance with the selection criteria, your applicationwasnot successful.

The applicants on the attached list have been determined as eligible for a 8C150 Mosaic gant.

For more information and project descriptions please visit: www.gov.bc.calag

We appreciate your commitment to raising awareness around multiculfuralism and culturaldiversit¡ and your efforts to honour British Columbia'sls0th anniversary. It is through youreflorts that BC will become amore welcoming and inclusive society.

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Sent: Thursday, April 10,2008 8:02 AM

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Subject: \Mdzinkwah River

For your information, the following is an email sent to the Toponymy Division of ILMB in Victoria regardingamending the geographic name of the water body downstream of the confluence of the \Mdzinkwah (Morice)River and the Wastonquah (Bulkley) River.

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Thank you for your web link to British Columbia Geographical Names sìte. I have perused the policy andproceJure pdf fìle. I do not find procedures for making application/petition for renaming or correcting what mightbe proven to be an incorrect or improper naming of a water body.

I have, for about 38 years, pondered the naming of two major water bodies in the Skeena Region.

From historic information on the web site, it appears the Wastonquah River (or Ahgwilget) was named after anAmerican engineer, Colonel Charles S. Bulkley (US Army Telegraph Corps) near the turn of the last century. I

suspect the mapping of this region, at that time, was extremely poor, as was water shed information. Further, I

suspect the naming of the water bodies was, in all likelihood, a reflection of a process that was obviouslyundertaken in Victoria, and without appropriate geographic research conducted prior to official geographic namingof the Wastonquah (Bulkley) and Widzinkwah (Morice) Rivers.

I would like to submit an application for review of these geographic names with a request for review of the namingof the water bodies based on assessment of mainstem ordonnance of the Widzinkwah (Morice) River with respectto the subordinance of the Wastonquah (Bulkley) River tributary to the Widzinkwah.

As you know, the Widzinkwah River (from point of confluence with the Wastonquah) channel length is almosttwice that of the subordinate tributary Wastonquah. Further, the mean annual low flow contribution of thesubordinate tributary is less than 5% of the mainstem river. lt is untenable that a subordinate tributary of thisdisproportionate contribution area and volume should carry its name downstream of the confluence of the twowater bodies. lt is clearly an error reflecting the ignorance of the government of the day and it must be corrected

Could you direct me to a specific web site or forward an application form that I may use to commence correctingthis significant error.

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Thank you for your March 1Oth letter of inquiry.

This correspondeCommunitytraild s projectis a municipal-led nciinjcriteria regarding trail networks. please also not theprimary funder on trail projects.

We are pleased to hear the existing railway perimeter trail, for which the Real Estate Foundationprovided a $30,000 grant, is well used by the community. We wish the Town of Smitherssuccess in upgrading this next section of trails.

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Dear Deborah:

REr MATI 5: CommuniW Planning for Non-Planners--Naramata

On behalf of the members of the Mati 5 committee, faculty and participantsinvolved in this program, we would like to thank you for your contribution oftime, energy, leadership and creativity that made Mati 5 such a great success!

It was a great delight to see it all come together after our four shoft months ofplanning! We appreciate very much the contribution of time to the coursedevelopment process and your willingness to share your expertise with coursepafticipants.

As you know from the evaluations sent to you earlier, your session was atremendous success and your presentation was rated highly by pafticipants,

The pafticipants have asked us to express their sincere appreciation for yourcontribution to their learning about community planning.

It was a pleasure to work with you on Mati 5. We hope that you will considerworking on another project with us! Thanks again for your pafticipatÍon.

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o Land costs are much lower than other parts of B.C. and its neighbourso Electricity rates are the lowest among its neighbours in North America¡ The transportat¡on system and infrastructure for moving goods is efficient and contlnues to bring the

North closer to the international marketplace. From the airport expansion in prince George to thetransload inland port, the Prince RupertContainer Terminal scheduled for completion in20LO, or the reliable road and rail system, goodscan be moved into and out of the North rapidlyto and from international markets by air, landand sea.

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The North is a great place for families and a greatplace to do business.

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First Nat¡ons and aboriginal communities are also key partners in determining how Crown land will be used.British Columbia works closely with First Nations to ensure that aboriginal interests are fully considered in Crownland use decisions. The Province is working in partnership with First Nations to improve local economies andincrease aboriginal participation in land-use planning, resource benefit sharing and economic opportunities.

The Northern Development lnitiative Trust is a regionally operated economic development funding corporationfor central and northern British Columbia. The Northern Trust operates independently from the provincialgovernment and provides the funding and ability to identify and pursue new opportunities for stimulatingeconomic growth and employment. The Northern Trust mandate is to be a catalyst for strategic economicdevelopment at the local and regional levels to achieve its mission of helping northern B.C. communities createand sustain world-class industries and diversified economies.

local government, F¡rst Nations and aboriginal communities and the Northern Trust each have an ¡nterest inpromoting investment in the North. Effective relationships and partnerships between these groups, the provínceand the business community can create mutual and sustained benefits.

Current Offerings

ln addition to the lands that local communities and private owners may have available, there are a range ofgovernment agencies that sell Crown land including: the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, B.C. Ministry ofTourism, Sports and the Arts; B.C. Ministry of Transportation and the federal government. The link to the offeringsfor each of these agencies is: http://ilmbwww.sov.bc.calcrownland/

What lf Current Offerings Do Not Meet your Needs?lf current offerings do not meet your needs, you can identify a prospective property within the Crown land baseand develop an offer to purchase or apply to lease the land. Crown land is typically leased or sold at fair marketvalue and often considers a range of economic. social and enr.rironrnental considerations.

Arrangements to access Crown land include leases, licenses and sales.o A lease grants you exclusive rights for the purpose defined.in the tenure, has a fixed term, and is a registerable

interest which may be mortgaged. lt requires a survey.o A license ofoccupation grants non-exclusive use for the purpose described, is not a registerable interest, and

does not require a survey.o Apublic,competitiveprocessistheusual methodforthesaleofCrownland, Directsalesarealsopossiblebut

these typically are more complex from an investor perspective and can take longer to invest¡gate and assessthe feasibility and desirability of the proposed transaction.

FrontCounter BC can assist in helping you to develop an application to lease Crown land or to develop an Offer toPurchase. They can be reached at 1-877-855 -3222 (toll free) or http://www.frontcounterbc.eov.bc.cal .

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MESSAGE: CHANGES TO BC BUtLDtNc CODE

flgw q¡een requirements lor_e1e_rg_v-and water efficiency have been added to the BC Building code and willcome

into effect on September 5, 2008. More information on ti e new requirements can be found in the attacheddocument or online at http://www.housing.gov.bc.calbuilding/qreen/index.htm.

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I am pleased to inform you that new green requirements for energy and water efficiency have nowbeen added to the BC Building code, effective on September 5, 200g.

For the past year, the Building and Safety Policy Branch has consulted with industry, professionalsand community representatives to develop these new provisions. In addition, the public had theopportunþ to comment during the online consultation held in late 2007.

As you know, the Province is committed to combating climate change. The new provisions are thefrrst step in Greening the BC Building Code and supporting the Province's commitment to reducinggreenhouse gas emissions by at least 33 percent below current levels by 2020.

More information on the new green building requirements in the BC Building Code can be found inthe attached bulletin or online at http://www.housing.gov.bc.calbuildine/green/inclex.htrn.

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New Green Requirements in the BC Building Code

The February 2OO7 Throne Speech announced the development of new green requirements in theBC Building Code, to support the Province's commitment to reduce greenhouse gases related tobuildings and construction.

Greening the BG Building Code: First Steps

The first steps in Greening the BC Building Code will improve the energy efficiency of buildings andincrease water efficiency through water-saving plumbing fixtures and fittings. New Building Coderequirements have been developed in consultation with industry, localgovernments and the public:

1. Eneryy Efficiency Requirements for Single Family Houses and Smaller Multi-FamilyResidential, Commercial and lndustrial Buildings. lnsulation standards for houses and multi-family residential buildings under five stories have

changed. There are new insulation standards for small commercial and industrial buildings.. For housing, builders can choose to achieve an EnerGuide rating of 77 as an alternative tomeeting the ínsulation requirements.

2. Energy Efficiency Requircments for High-Rise Multi-Family Residential Buildings and Largerlndustrial, Commercial and lnstitutional Buildings. Larger buildings must meet the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-

Conditioning Engineers 90.1 (2004) standard. ASHRAE 90.1 is an internationally recognizedstandard for energy efficiency in buildings.

3. Water Efficiency Requirements' Ultra low-flow toilets (6 L) and other water-saving plumbing fixtures and fittings will become

mandatory in new construction and renovations.

To view the new requirements go to http://www.housinq.qov.bc.caibuildinq/green/index.htm

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The new green requirements in the Building Code come into effect on September 5, 2008 and willapply to all new construction and renovations in BC. The new requirements will apply to buildingpermit applications submitted on or after September 5, 2008.

The Building and Safety Policy Branch is working with industry and government stakeholders toensure that appropriate education and training is available to Code users to support successfulimplementation of the new requirements. lnformation on education and training opportunities willbe posted on the Greening the BC Building Code website as it becomes available.

Greening the BC Building Code: Next Steps

The first steps in Greening the BC Building Code will be followed by additional changes to theCode to reduce the environmental footprint of buildings throughout their lifespan.

Areas under exploration include greywater recycling, the use of lighting sensors and the reuse ofexisting buildings, and will involve further consultation with local governments, industry and the

lnformation BulletinBuilding and Safety Policy Branch

Office of Housing and Construction StandardsPO Box 98,14 Stn Prov Govt

Victoria BC V8WgT2Email: [email protected]

Website: www.housinq. gov.bc.calbuilding

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March 28,2008

Your Worship and Council Members:

Recently on a trip to Uganda I saw first-hand what a difference a bed net can make to achild's life. I visited a family with 6 children, -- the three children that had a bed netwere well, the three that didn't were sick with malaria. That experience has convincedme that we need to do more to help children.

Spread through the bite of an infected mosquito, malaria is the single leading killer ofchildren in Africa. A child dies every 30 seconds, with over 3,000 children dying everyday. This statistic is shocking particularly when we know that malaria is a highlypreventable and curable disease. The use an insecticide treated mosquito net thatsurrounds a person's bed at night as they sleep, will prevent mosquito bites. Preventionstarts the night a net is h*g, and can last up to five years.

Kingston was the first Canadian city to have officially proclaimed V/orld Malaria Day inCanada also the first Canadian city to have hosted an event in recognition of WorldMalaria Day last April.

This year the Canadian Municipalities Association is joining the fight against malaria. Ibelieve CMA has provided all of their members with a copy of the Proclamationdeclaring April25ú, 2008 as World Malaria Day.

As a Senator representing British Columbia, I am encouraging you and all Municipalleaders in our province to help sp se by ProclaimingApril25ft as \r)Vorld Malaria Day. who work onmalaria prevention. I am proud to be supporting BUY-A-NET a grassroots, Canadiancitizen-driven initiative with a goal to prevent malaria in Uganda, "one village at atime".You can learn more about their work at www.bu)¡anet.ca. If you would like moreinformation by way of materials/literature for educational purposes please contact them.

Thank you for your serious consideration of this request, with your positive action, I hope

Columbia will lead the way in the battle save children's lives, one bed net at a

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other costs as deemed by the Town prior to approval. By signing below, you hereby agree to indemnífyemployees and contractors from and against any and all claims whatsoever, includin all damages, liabilities,expenses, costs, including legal or other fees, incurred in respect of

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(PROCLAMATIONS, HIGI{WAY USE, BANNERS, FLAGS, ETC.)

Events Bylaw No. 1342 prohibits the holding of certain events without a permit (See

Event Regulation Bylaw). For routine requests including proclamations, highway or street event closures, or banner or flagsuspensions, this form must be completed in full and submitted to the Chief Administrative Officer (or designate) at the

Please note that the Town of Smithers

Town of Smithers at least 15 days before the event.

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10. Off-street parking of motor vehicles:

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b. Route (attach map):

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11. lf the event requires a road to be closed, the organizer is responsible for advertising the event on the local radiostation and/or in the local newspaper, subject to the advertisement being approved by the Town of Smithers.

Advertisement is attached Yes .tr)

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costs as deemed by the Town prior to approval ing below, you hereby agree to indemnifo and saveBy sign harmless the Town ofSmithers, their officers, employees and contractors from and against any and all claims whatsoever, includin g all damages, liabilities,expenses, costs, including legal or other fees, incurred in respect of any such claim(s) or proceeding(s) brought thereon arising directlyor indirectly from or in connection with this request.

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PROPERTY TAX LEVY ALLOCATIONS AMONGST THE PROPERTYGLASSES...

The chart below show the Percent (%) allocations of the municipal tax levy amongst the variousassessment classes in 2007, the actual proposed for 2008 and projected over the next few yearsbased on the five-year plan. The % allocation to the residential assessment class has beenincreasing slightly over the past few years while the business assessment class allocation hasbeen decreasing.

The residential assessment class was 71 .8o/o of the total assessment base in 2007.ln 2008 it hasbecome over 73.2o/o of the total assessment base (seen on following page 13). Therefore theshare of taxes to be paid in 2008 by the residential class was increased by the amount ofincrease in its share of the total assessment base. The residential class 1's share of the tax levyin 2OO7 was 38.36%, which was increased by 'l .34o/o lo become 38.87o/o of the tax share in 2008.The recreation/not for profit class 8 assessment base also increased and therefore its share ofthe tax levy was increased from 0.154o/o of the 2007 tax levy to 01823o/o of the 2008 tax levy. Asa result, the shares of taxes apportioned to classes 2, 4, 5 and 6 were reduced in 2008.

PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTIONS...The Town of Smithers Permissive Tax Exemptions currently include public worship facilities,senior care/housing facilities, hospital and private school. These Town exemptions supplementtheir statutory assessment exemptions.

The Town currently allows Not-For-Profit permrssive tax exemptions but they are very specific.There are exemptions for organizations that are sports related (Golf Course land, GymnasticsClub, Curling Club). Not-for-Profit cultural organizations also receive permissive tax exemptions(Museum, Old Church). Heritage exemptions have been given to the Smithers CommunityServices (for a portion of the old CN building) and the Central Park Building. The Salvation Armyhas been given a permissive tax exemption for the portion of its building related to the food bank.All other Not-for-Profit organizations are encouraged to apply for grants to cover property taxesthrough the Town's Grant-in-Aid policy, rather than ask for permissive tax exemptions.

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April 11, 2008

Mayor James A. Davidson1027 Aldous Street, Box 879,Smithers, BC Canada VOJ 2N0

Dear Mayor Davidson

The 53rd Provincial Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition will be held in Smithers, B.C. onSaturday, June 7,2008. The Smithers Fall Fair Grounds, located at the end of Pacific Street, will bethe venue for this year's competition.

The Chief Inspector of Mines, Douglas Sweene¡ would like to extend an invitation to you and aguest to attend the Provincial Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition and join us for the eveningawards ceremony.

Registration will take place at the Hudson Bay Lodge on Friday, June 6, 2008, from 10 am to 5 pm,followed by a wine and cheese reception at 6:30 pm.

The awards ceremony will be held at the Smithers Civic Centre on Saturday, June 7,2008. Theevening celebration will kick off with cocktails (no host bar), and will also consist of a banquet andawards presentation and dancing. A schedule of events will be provided with your registrationpackage.

Please confirm your attendance for the competition and awards banquet by completing the attachedregistration form and sending it by May 2,2008 to the address or fax number shown on the bottom ofthe form.

Your support for these competitions is important to, and appreciated by, the people involved inmining and mine rescue in British Columbia.

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Ministry of Energy, Mines andPetroleum ResourcesMining and Minerals Division

Mailing Address:PO Box 9395, Stn Prov GovtVictoria, BC V8W 9M9Ph: (250) 387-4800Facsimile: (250) 953-3878

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BANQUET TICKETS and SHIRT INFORMATION

. Shirts are on a purchase only basis.r Extra tickets/shirts must be pre-paid, no re-imbursements for cancellations.o All cheques are to be made payable to "Provincial Mine Rescue

Competition - 2008", and forward payments to Tim Munson forprocessing.

o Please list a name for each ticket and/or shirt that is required and forward thisform to Tim Munson, Mining & Minerals Division, Ministry of Energyand Mines,340 -1675 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 9M9, on orbefore NÍ.ay 2,2008. Tim can be reached by phone at (250) 387-4800 or byFax at 250 953-3878. Banquet tickets and shirts will be distributed at theRegistration Desk in Smithers.

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20080417 JOINTRELEASE PLNW to...

He1Io,Below (and also attached) is a copy of a release that is being sent to Bulkley VaÌleymedia re: Positive Living North vüest Lransition of servj-ces.

Sonya KrugerCommuni-cations Of ficerNorthern Heal-th

For Immediate ReleaseApril 18, 2008

JOINT RELEASE: positive Living North lVest, Northern HeaÌth, Positive Living

positive Living North lrlest Society to transition operations; essentiaf services to remaínin place for those who need them

people riving with Hrv/ArDS and hepatitis C in the BulkJ-ey Valley willcontinue to have

access to essential services during a transj-tion in operations at Positive Livj-ng NorthVrfest Society (PLNW) . PLNIV wil] be Èransferring administration of its l-ocal- servj-ces topositive f,i-ving North (PLN), based in Prince George, over the next severaf months.

Northern Heal-th witl- be working with PLNV'I staff in Smithers to ensure that needJ-e exchangeand meal_ services remain in pláce aL their current J-ocation, 3862F Broadway Avenue, duringthe transition period.

"positive Living North l{est Societ.y is currentJ-y i-n the process of transitioning servicesto positive Living North to ensure that essentiaf services are maintaj-ned and defivered ina cost effective ãnd comprehensive manner whil-e focusing on capacity buiJ-ding anddevelopment during the rèstructuring process," said Lucy Glaim, Executive Dírector,Positive Living North Îr'test Society.

..The Board and staff of Positive Living North West Society are looking forward to workingwith PLN during this transiLion. "

The public Heal-th Agency of Canada (PHAC) and Northern Heal-th were the agency's corefunding partners. Nórthãrn Health was funding just over $99r500 annually to PLNbI. PHAC hadbeen providing S135,000 annua1ly.

"!ùe are confident that PLN is well equipped to take on this chalJ-enge and we're pleased tofund the development of their strategic plan for PLNlrl operations, " said Sy1vie Bérubé'Regional Director, PHAC, BclYukon Region.

"!Vhil-e pLN establ-ishes its model of delivery for PLNW' we are glad that an agreement was

reached with Northern Heafth to ensure that people J-iving with HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C inthe Bufkley Valley wifl- continue to have access to these valuabl-e services ' "

ency based in Prince George, has been providingal prevention programming for al-most fifteen years

Positive Living North, a non-profit agsupport services, education and culturin Prince George and surrounding areas

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"Positive Living North: No khêyoh t'sih'en Society's Board of Directors supports thistransition plan," said Catherine BayJ-ì-s, Co-Executive Director, Positive tivinq North.'-'As an agency we l-ook forward to devefoping and implementing a transitional pJ-ãn whichprovides the best possible service to those infected, affected and at risk in the Smithersarea. "

Positive Living North West Society has been providing education and support to peopJ-eliving with, affected by, and at risk for HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C in tñe Bulkley ialj-eysince October 2000. It originally operated as Bulkley VaIIey AIDS Society.

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Lucy Glaim, Executive DirectorPositive Living North Vüest Society (PLNIIù)250-8'17 -0042

Catherine Baylis. Co-Executive DirectorCarrnen Nutter, Co-Executive DirectorPositive Livj-ng North (PLN)250-562-1,r72

Sonya Kruger, Communicatj_ons OfficerNorthern Health250-565-2L30

Erik Bruns,604-666-491 6

Regional communications officer Pubtic Hearth Agency of canada (pHAc)

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From: Dorey, Libby TRAN:EX [[email protected]]

Sent: Monday, April 14, 2008 10:49 AM

To: Front Desk

Subject: Please forward to Mayor

oT\a-CI tRetirement Dinner

After 32 years, Steve Uyesugi is retiring from the Ministry of Transportation.

We are planning a dinner in his honour as below, and you are invited to attend.

Please RSVP to myself by April22nd.

Súeve Uyesugi - Retirement (32 years)Sunday, April 27th, 2008Smithers Golî & Country ClubCocktails: 5:30Dinner: 6:30

Presentati ons Sta¡t: 7 : 30Open Microphone avail

Cost: $25.00 each

Líbby Dorey,D i strict Servrbes M a n ag e rBulkley Stiki ne D istrictM i n istry of Tran spo ftatio n

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