COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 

Petitions & Delegations 

• Kelley Glazer, Executive Director of Destination Osoyoos presented their Annual Report. The report can be viewed by watching the live stream of the August 12, 2025 Committee of the Whole.

Staff Reports 

• Council requested that a review of metal storage containers in Zoning Bylaw No. 1395 be added as a strategic priority for 2026.
• Council initiated proposed amendments regarding notification signs requirements to the Land Use Procedures (LUP) Bylaw No. 1235.11, 2025.
• Council approved the recommended improvements to corporate communications and the recruitment of a Corporate Communications Administrative Coordinator.
• Quarterly Reports were presented: 
  • Community Services
  • Corporate Services/ Planning & Development Services
  • Financial Services
  • Fire Department
  • Operational Services

REGULAR OPEN 

Staff Reports 

• Council approved the grant application to the Union of BC Municipalities' Community Resiliency Investment Program for the establishment of a FireSmart Program in Osoyoos.
• Council approved Resort Municipality Initiative grant funding for Osoyoos Actors Inclusive Society, Osoyoos and District Arts Council and Music in the Park.

Bylaws 

• Recreation Services Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1180.13, 2025 was given first three readings.
• Business License Bylaw No. 1400, 2025 was given first three readings.
• Council gave first and second readings to Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1375.07, 2025 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1395.04, 2025. A public hearing is scheduled for September 9, 2025, to review proposed changes in relation to Short-Term rentals.
• Municipal Ticketing Information (MTI) Amendment Bylaw No. 1279.25, 2025 and Bylaw Notice Enforcement (BON) Amendment Bylaw No 1392.01, 2025 was given first two readings.
• Housing Agreement Amendment Bylaw No. 1343.03, 2025 was adopted.
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1395.07 was adopted.
• 5 Year Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1401.01, 2025 was given first three readings.

Notice of Motion 

• Council directed Administration to allocate $3,500 from the Economic Development budget line to the Supporting Local Physician Recruiting and Retention Working group.
• Council directed Administration to look into creating a spending account to support Council members in carrying out their official duties.

Business Items to Report from In-Camera 

• Council approved the purchase of 10 Osprey Place for $275,000.
• Nicolette Keith was appointed as interim Financial Officer.