2016 SILGA Binder - Southern Interior Local Government Association

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2016 SILGA AGM and
Convention
April 19th to 22nd
Kelowna, BC
Welcome to the City of Kelowna
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
2. MAYOR’S WELCOME
3. PROGRAM OF EVENTS
4. SPEAKERS BIOS
5. 2016 SPONSORS
6. 2016 SILGA ATTENDEES
7. 2015 KAMLOOPS AGM MINUTES
8. 2015 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
9. 2015-16 SILGA EXECUTIVE
10. 2015-16 SILGA COMMITTEES
11. 2016 NOMINATION REPORT
12. 2016 SILGA RESOLUTIONS
13. RESOLUTION RULES AND PROCEDURES
14. SILGA CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS
15. SILGA POLICIES
16. OMMA/SILGA LIFE MEMBERS
17. 2016 EVALUATION FORM
SILGA President Report Good Morning. I have had the pleasure of being part of a hardworking executive this year that has tackled a number of key issues for our members. School Retention & Funding, Medical Professional Recruitment and Mussel Prevention Action Plan were the primary areas of focus for SILGA. It was very satisfying to hear that the Provincial Government earlier this month announced a $2 million boost to the province’s invasive mussel defence program that will see eight permanent mussel inspection stations installed at major entry points along B.C.’s borders. SILGA ran a Finance 101 session in October and we will have another educational session ready to go for this fall. First Nation Relations, Economic Readiness or Public Engagement are all potential topics; write your thoughts on the easels just outside of the main doors to let us know what we should focus on. On behalf of the SILGA executive I’d like to thank the hardworking individuals from the Kelowna host committee whose efforts have made the convention a success. Led by Councillors Gail Given, Charlie Hodge and Ryan Donn, the group has put a unique spin on the convention. The theme for this year’s convention is Water – Connecting Us All. We have an excellent array of speakers from the Water Symposium put on by the Ministry of Health and IHA and the updates on the New Water Sustainability Act and the Agricultural Land Commission. The always entertaining George Abbott will speak on how to “Romance the Throne” in the BC political arena and Bob Turner, the former Director of Operations for the United Nations in the Gaza Strip, will reflect on how important working government programs are to civilians. SILGA is very excited to bring youth into the convention this year. You will notice students from Kelowna Secondary School working with the organizers to learn how to run a convention as well as practicing their public speaking skills when they step in front of the microphone to introduce our speakers. We have also partnered with the student chefs from the Okanagan Chefs Association who will wow our taste buds at the welcome reception as they compete for the best pairing with local wineries. The winner, after voting by the SILGA delegates, will attend the Canadian Culinary Federation (CCFCC) Annual National Convention. I trust that throughout the convention you will take the opportunity to network with your fellow delegates, learn from our presenters and sponsors and relish in the lively discussions as we debate the many resolutions. Chad Eliason Water – Connecting Us All
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Tuesday, April 19th Delta Grand Okanagan
1310 Water Street, Kelowna, BC
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Golf @ Harvest Golf Club (2725 K.L.O Road, Kelowna, BC)
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Preconference Session
 TOTA tourism development session
 Key issues include trail development, First Nations, labour and
research amongst others.
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
SILGA Executive meeting (Selkirk)
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Registration opens
Wednesday April 20th Delta Grand Okanagan
8:30 am – 3:15 pm
Registration continues
9:00 am
Busing starts for tours - meet at BC Transit bus stop across Water Street
from Delta Grand
9:10 am – 10:40 am
Tours
1. Downtown Walk/Revitalization (meet in lobby)
 James Moore, Long Range Planning Manager and Terry
Barton, Urban Planning Manager, City of Kelowna
2. Glenmore Landfill (meet at bus stop across Water Street from Delta
Grand)
 Scott Gramm, Business Development Manager, FortisBC
 Scott Hoekstra, City of Kelowna, Solid Waste Supervisor
3. Mission Sports Complex (meet at bus stop across Water Street from
Delta Grand)
 Jim Gabriel, Divisional Director Active Living & Culture &
team
10:45 am – 11:00 am
Nutritional Break
11:00 am – 11:50 am
Breakout Sessions
1. Mission Creek Restoration (Okanagan)
 Todd Cashin, Suburban & Rural Planning Manager
2. Legal Presentation - How privacy law matters to elected officials
 Devin Buchanan, Fulton & Co. (Cassiar/Cascade)
3. LGLA – Bylaw Enforcement: Best Practices Guide for Local
Governments (Selkirk)
 Zoe Jackson and Adam Barnes, Office of the Ombudsperson
11:50 am – 12:50 pm
Lunch at Delta Grand Okanagan
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Trade show set up
12:50 pm to 1:25 pm
Opening Ceremonies
 SILGA Executive and Host Committee led in by bagpiper Paul
Johnson and the RCMP
 Singing of O Canada – led by Ryan Donn, Kelowna Councillor
 Welcome Prayer – Elder Grouse Barnes
 Blessing – Pastor Mike Penninga
 SILGA President – Chad Eliason
 Chair CORD – Councillor Gail Given
 Mayor of Kelowna – Colin Basran
1:25 pm – 1:40 pm
UBCM address
 Al Richmond, President
1:40 pm – 1:50 pm
Silver Sponsor
 Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust – Luanne Chore, CEO
 Council of Forest Industries /WoodWorks! BC – Cam McAlpine,
COFI and Bill Billups, WoodWorks! BC Technical Advisor
1:50 pm – 4:20 pm
Water Symposium on Sustainable Drinking Water Systems and Healthy
Communities
 Ministry of Health/ Office of the Provincial Health Officer/
Interior Health
3:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Nutrition break (in foyer) sponsored by FortisBC
3:15 pm –3:20 pm
Silver Sponsor - TOTA
 Simone Carlysle-Smith, Community Development Specialist
3:50 pm – 4:20 pm
Water Symposium continues - Breakout Sessions
1. Climate Change and Adaptation as it Impacts Human Health
(Cassiar/Cascade)
 Dr. Sue Pollock, Interior Health
2. Small Water Systems Challenges and Solutions (Okanagan)
 Rob Birtles, Interior Health
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Welcome Reception – Laurel Packinghouse (1304 Ellis St)
 Appetizers, local wines/beer/spirits
Thursday, April 21st Delta Grand Okanagan
7:00 am – 8:15 am
Full Breakfast (Okanagan)
7:30 am – 8:15 am
Breakfast round table mining discussions
 With Geoscience and AME BC
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Trade Show Opens (Skaha / Vaseaux / Kootenay)
8:15 am – 8:40 am
AGM Opens
 President’s Report – Councillor Chad Eliason
 Adoption of 2015 AGM Minutes
 Business Arising from the Minutes
 SILGA Financial Report –BDO Canada, Mike Gilmour
8:40 am – 8:50 am
Silver Sponsor Presentation
 Telus – Steve Jenkins, General Manager
8:50 am – 9:30 am
BC Assessment – Assessment Roll Information & Initiatives
 Michael Spatharakis, Manager, Local Government Customers, BC
Assessment
9:30 am – 10:15 am
ALC – Chair Frank Leonard and CEO Kim Grout with Vice Chairs Gerry
Zimmerman and Lucile Dempsey
 An update from the ALC Chair on Legislation, Regulations & the
Commission
10:15am – 10:30 am
Nutrition Break – sponsored by BC Assessment
10:30 am – 10:35 am
Silver Sponsor Presentation
 BC Hydro – Jen Walker Larson, Stakeholder Engagement Advisor,
Communications
10:35 am – 10:40 am
AGM Continues
 Marg Spina, Past President to present the Nomination Report
including speeches from candidates for Table Officers and Electoral
Area Director
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Resolution debate begins
11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Voting for Table Officers/Electoral Area Director (in foyer)
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Lunch – Sponsored by Spectra Energy
1:00 pm – 1:05 pm
AGM continues
 Announcement of Table Officers/Electoral Area Director election
results, Marg Spina, Past President
 Nominations from the floor for Directors at Large
1:05 pm – 1:15 pm
Gold Sponsor Presentation – Trans Mountain Expansion Project
 Ian Anderson, President Kinder Morgan
1:15 pm – 1:25 pm
Megan Sim, Junior Council President, Clearwater

The Issues that Matter - Engaging Youth in Government
1:25 pm – 1:40 pm
AGM continues
 Speeches for Directors at Large
1:40 pm – 1:45 pm
Silver Sponsor Presentation – Municipal Finance Authority of BC
 Rob Gay, Trustee
1:45 pm – 2:30 pm
Robert Turner, Former Head of the United Nations Relief and Works
Agency for the Gaza Strip
 The Importance of Effective Governance
2:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Leader, New Democrat Official Opposition
 MLA John Horgan
2:45 pm - 3:00 pm
Nutrition break (in trade show)
2:45 pm – 4:30 pm
Voting for Directors at Large (in foyer)
3:00 pm – 3:10 pm
Gold Sponsor Presentation
 BCLC, Greg Walker, Director of Public Affairs
3:10 pm – 5:00 pm
AGM continues
 Resolutions
6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Cocktails, cash bar (in foyer)
 50/50 draw – proceeds to United Way
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Banquet
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Keynote speaker
 George Abbott – Romancing the Throne - Can We Really Have
Our Way With Government?
 Draw for 50/50 - Proceeds to United Way
9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Entertainment – at Doc Willoughby’s (353 Bernard Ave)
 Live band Devon Coyote
Friday April 22nd, Delta Grand Okanagan
7:00 am – 8:30 am
Full Breakfast (in Okanagan)
8:00 am – 10:30 am
Trade show continues (Skaha / Vaseaux / Kootenay)
8:30 am – 9:05 am
Water Sustainability Act
 Ian Graeme, Manager Watershed Sustainability, Ministry of
Environment
9:05 am – 9:10 am
Silver Sponsor Presentation - Canadian Association of Petroleum
Producers
 Lee Coonfer, Oil Sands Communications and Outreach Advisor
9:10 am – 9:30 am
Minister Steve Thomson, Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural
Resource Operations
9:35 am – 10:25 am
Breakout Sessions
1. Minister of Social Development and Social Innovation –
Accessibility 2024 Rollout (Selkirk)
 MLA Linda Larson, Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility
2. LGLA – Ethical Conduct (Cassiar/Cascade)
 Olga Rivkin, Bull Housser and Tupper
3. Fiscal Policy for Infrastructure Funding (Okanagan)
 Christina Benty
10:25 am – 10:40 am
Nutrition break – sponsored by FortisBC
10:40 am – 10:45 am
Silver Sponsor - FortisBC
 Siraz Dalmir, Commercial and Industrial Account Manager
 Community Giving Day
10:45 am– 10:50 am
Announcement of SILGA Directors at Large, Marg Spina, Past
President
10:50 am – 11:10 am
Minister Norm Letnick, Minister of Agriculture
11:10 am – 11:15 am
Silver Sponsor Presentation – Shaw Communications
 Kiersten Enemark, Government and Regulatory Affairs, BC
11:15 am – 11:35 am
Minister Peter Fassbender, Minister of Community, Sport & Cultural
Development
11:35 am – 11:40 am
President Elect – SILGA
 50/50 presentation
11:45 am – 11:50 am
2017 Host
 Sun Peaks Mayor Al Raine
11:50 am – 11:55 am
Grand Prize draw
 Kelowna Councillor Gail Given with Jenelle Hynes, Business
Development and Customer Service Manager from Pacific Coastal
Airlines
12:00 pm
Convention closes
Post-convention session
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Energy Leadership Workshop
 hosted by the BC Mayors Climate Leadership Council (advance
registration required)
 For information call David Dubois at 250-457-7319 or register @
www.eventbrite.ca/e/2016-bcmclc-silga-energy-leadershipworkshop-tickets-22660715811
Keynote Speaker – Thursday, April 21st 7:30 pm
George Abbott
Romancing the Throne - Can We Really Have Our Way With
Government?
George Abbott has enjoyed a long and distinguished career in politics and
public service. Most recently, he was BC’s Minister of Education (2010-12),
successfully launching such initiatives as the BC Teachers Council, the BC
Education Plan and full-day kindergarten.
George also served as Minister of Health for four years (2005-09). His
leadership in prevention, primary care, acute care, pharmaceutical management
and health practitioner regulation helped establish BC as a leader in Canadian
health care. He also served as Minister of Aboriginal Relations and
Reconciliation (2009-10), Minister of Sustainable Resource Management (200405) and Minister of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services (200104). From 1996 to 2001, George served as Deputy House Leader for the Official Opposition.
On George’s retirement, columnist Gary Mason of the Globe and Mail stated, “Abbott will go down as one
of the most effective government ministers of the last three decades – or longer. Top notch in every
way.”
Prior to his election to the Legislature, he served for 17 years in local government including as Director
and Chair of the Columbia-Shuswap Regional District and as a Councillor at the District of Sicamous.
George was a Sessional Lecturer in Political Science at Okanagan University College from 1980 to
1996. He is currently a Sessional Lecturer and now a PhD candidate at in Political Science at the
University of Victoria. He recently published a paper in BC Studies on the precarious politics of sales tax
harmonization in BC and Ontario.
Robert Turner
Former Director of Operations of the United Nations Relief and Works
Agency for the Gaza Strip
Bob has over twenty years of experience in humanitarian and disaster
response operations, including large-scale program management in natural
disaster, conflict and post-conflict environments around the globe.
Bob has led projects and initiatives with the United Nations in Sudan,
Rwanda, Iraq and elsewhere. In his most recent position as Director of
Operations for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in the
Gaza Strip, Bob managed human development and relief operations for 1.2
million Palestine refugees, including education for students, a primary health
care system, public works and construction. Bob has also worked for the
International Rescue Committee in Burundi, Kosovo and Macedonia.
Bob Turner is currently the Assistant Deputy Minister of the Integrated Resource Operations Division of
the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations.
Bob is from Salmon Arm and holds degrees from the University of British Columbia (Bachelor of Arts:
International Relations) and the University of Guelph (Master of Arts: International Development Studies).
Early in his career, Bob spent eight seasons fighting forest fires in British Columbia. He is married with
two children.
Tuesday April 19th afternoon
Preconference Session - Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Join TOTA for an in-depth conversation on tourism in your community. TOTA has embarked on key
destination development initiatives that will have potential in every area of the region including a master
trails strategy commencing with the Rail Trails Tourism Strategy currently underway, labour issues and
resources, First Nations regional tourism plan and Route 97, a key partnership with the North Central
Washington Economic Development District.
In attendance will be TOTA CEO and President Glenn Mandziuk; Ellen Walker-Matthews Experiences
Development Specialist and Simone Carlysle-Smith Industry and Community Development Specialist.
Wednesday, April 20th
Morning Tours
1.
Downtown Walk/Revitalization - James Moore, Long Range Planning
Manager and Terry Barton, Urban Planning Manager, City of Kelowna
Creating great downtowns in mid-sized cities is no easy feat. In recent years, the City of Kelowna has
made a concerted effort to breathe new life into their downtown core. Join staff from Kelowna’s planning
team on a walking tour of some of the City’s successes and challenges in their efforts to make Kelowna’s
downtown the heart of the city.
2.
Glenmore Landfill
Join the delegates on a bus tour of the Glenmore Landfill. Owned and operated by the City of Kelowna,
the facility serves as the solid waste disposal facility for residents within the Central Okanagan Regional
District and offers a variety of disposal options in site including recycling, organize materials, household
and commercial waste.
3.
Mission Sports Complex ‐ Jim Gabriel, Divisional Director Active Living &
Culture & team
This is a walking tour of the sports fields and facilities with an emphasis on the relationships and
partnerships that helped create and operate the sports fields, soccer fields, Capital News Centre and
H2O Adventure & Fitness Centre.
Morning Breakout Sessions
1. Mission Creek Restoration Project - Todd Cashin, Suburban & Rural Planning
Manager
This presentation will focus on the City of Kelowna's efforts in restoring a portion of Mission Creek to
recreate the historical meandering Creek channel. The presentation will emphasize the levels of
cooperation and commitments from all levels of government and local community groups.
2. How privacy law matters to elected officials – Devin Buchanan, Fulton & Co.
lawyers
Elected office can be a minefield for the unwary when it comes to privacy issues
and personal communications, and the risks of taking a wrong step are
serious. In this presentation, participants will be taught where to look for those
mines and how to avoid them. Specifically, participants can expect to learn what
information and communications must be disclosed in response to a 'Freedom of
Information request' by a member of the public, and what the potential fall-out can
be if sensitive or inflammatory information is disclosed. As well, participants will
learn what information they are entitled to as elected officials. The goal of this
presentation is to protect elected officials and their organizations from
embarrassment, civil lawsuits, and, potentially, criminal proceedings.
Devin practices in municipal and commercial litigation. Devin was born and raised in Kamloops. He
received a B.A. with a major in History from the University of Victoria. During law school at the University
of Victoria Devin worked for the provincial government where he assisted on a variety of First Nations
consultation projects.
3. Bylaw Enforcement: Best Practices Guide for Local Governments
Zoë Jackson and Adam Barnes, Office of the Ombudsperson
Building on our 20 years of experience receiving and investigating complaints about bylaw enforcement in
local governments across B.C., the recently-released Ombudsperson report Bylaw Enforcement: Best
Practices Guide for Local Governments can help start a dialogue about fair bylaw enforcement practices
in your community – be it animal control, noise, unsightly premises, building permits, environmental
protection or other issues. This presentation will discuss how local governments can implement principles
of administrative fairness in all aspects of bylaw enforcement and will explore how local governments can
effectively respond when the Ombudsperson investigates complaints from residents in your communities.
Zoë Jackson is the Manager of Special Investigations for the Office of the B.C.
Ombudsperson. Zoë joined the office in 2008 as an investigator and has since
contributed to and managed several large investigations – most recently leading the
team that developed the Bylaw Enforcement Best Practices Guide. Prior to joining
the Office of the Ombudsperson Zoë practiced family law and civil litigation at a
small firm on Vancouver Island. Zoë holds degrees in Law and International
Relations from the University of British Columbia.
Adam Barnes has been an investigator with the Office of the B.C. Ombudsperson for
five years. During that time he has worked on several large investigations – most
recently as co-investigator and co-author of the Bylaw Enforcement Best Practices
Guide. Prior to joining the Office of the Ombudsperson Adam worked as an investigator
for the B.C. Information and Privacy Commissioner and as a police officer. Adam holds
a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology from Simon Fraser University.
Wednesday Afternoon Sessions
Address by the UBCM President
Director Al Richmond, Cariboo Regional District
Al Richmond was first elected to the Cariboo Regional District (CRD) in 1993. He
has served seven consecutive three-year terms to represent Electoral Area “G” in
the south Cariboo. In 2014 he was re-elected to the Cariboo Regional District Board
and is currently enjoying his seventh term as the CRD Chair. He served the Cariboo
Chilcotin Regional Hospital District as Chair from 1999 to January 2009, and ViceChair for the three years preceding 1999.
In 2008, Al was elected to the UBCM executive as the Electoral Area representative
and served in that capacity until elected 3rd Vice-President in 2012. In 2015 he was
elected President, and currently represents UBCM on the FCM Board, the Fire
Chiefs Association of BC board and the Provincial Fire Service Advisory
Committee.
Richmond has represented the CRD as a member of the Municipal Finance Authority (MFA) since 2003
and was elected to the MFA Board of Trustees in 2009, becoming Vice-Chair in March of 2015.
Water Symposium - Sustainable Drinking Water Systems and Healthy
Communities - presented by the Ministry of Health, Office of the Provincial Health
Officer and Interior Health
Speakers:
Dr. Bonnie Henry, Deputy Provincial Health Officer
Tim Lambert, Executive Director, Health Protection Branch, Ministry of Health
Dr. Kamran Golmohammadi, Medical Health Officer, Interior Health
Ivor Norlin, Manager, Infrastructure Programs, Interior Health
Dr. Sue Pollock, Medical Health Officer, Interior Health
Rob Birtles, Small Water Team Leader, Interior Health
This symposium will focus on the opportunities for providing safe, clean drinking water in our communities
and the roles and relationships that can be of mutual benefit to local government, health authorities and
the community. Session topics will include:
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Provincial drinking water goals and objectives for public health - provincial consistency;
roles and responsibilities; communication and relationships
Summary on the status of large drinking water systems in the Interior – Drinking Water
Officer report from the Interior
Drinking water system success stories from the Interior – elements of success in
communities that have pulled it off
There will also be two additional concurrent sessions covering these topics:
1. Climate change and adaptation as it Impacts human health – public health aspects of climate
change, including drinking water supply and impacts to water quality among other risks
2. Small water systems – challenges, solutions and opportunities - review the IH small water
team strategy and key initiatives for supporting improvement of systems in the region.
Thursday April 21st Speakers
BC Assessment - Assessment Roll Information & Initiatives
Michael Spatharakis, Manager, Local Government Customers, BC Assessment
BC Assessment’s relationship with local governments is crucial to our
mutual success. Join us in a conversation about the value of building
strong partnerships between us and your communities. The importance of
keeping property information current – through innovative projects such
as the Standard Building Permit Report initiative and ParcelMapBC – will
be explored to optimize property tax revenues.
Session Outline:
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Org. Design including regional re-alignment, Customer Division,
Local Government & First Nations Customer Department
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Discussion of Current Initiatives at BC Assessment
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How can we improve partnerships between BCA and your community?
Michael is one of two managers in the Local Government and First Nations Customers Department. The
Department provides a dedicated voice with clear accountability to Local Government and First Nations
customers and is focused on continually improving BC Assessment’s property information products and
services, communications, and collaboration with Local Governments and First Nations.
The Issues that Matter - Engaging Youth in Government
Megan Sim, Junior Council President, Clearwater
Megan Sim is completing her grade 12 year at Clearwater Secondary School
where she has served as Student Council President for the last 3 years.
Additionally, Megan serves as Junior Council President and reports to the District
of Clearwater and their local council. In this last year of school, Megan has
created a volunteer program called CONNECTING SENIORS. This program
brings youth and seniors together to learn how to utilize various means of
technology and teach different levels of social media.
Megan has participated in a number of youth symposiums including a Young Leaders conference hosted
by the BC Government. Through her active engagement, Megan has spearheaded amending the school
constitution to ensure more student participation and attract broader interests.
She is passionate about youth having a stronger voice in local government. Megan is looking forward to
sharing a young person's perspective on government, how to include young people in the process and
why their inclusion in community development is crucial.
John Horgan, Leader, New Democrat Official Opposition
John was elected to the Legislature in 2005 and has been re-elected twice.
He became leader of the BCNDP in 2014. A cancer survivor, he is a
passionate advocate for health care, public schools and community services
for families.
As a young man John worked in a BC mill and in a joinery. He earned his
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at Trent University in Ontario and Sydney
University in Australia. A meeting with Tommy Douglas sparked his interest
in social democracy and he went on to work for Members of Parliament in
Ottawa. In 2001 Horgan started a management and research consulting company
helping both private and public sector organizations.
An Update from the ALC Chair on Legislation, Regulations & the Commission
Frank Leonard, Chair of the ALC
Frank Leonard is a former Mayor of Saanich. He was first elected Mayor in 1996
after serving on Council since 1986. He has chaired the Saanich Police Board,
the Capital Regional District Board, the Hospital Board, and the Housing
Corporation and has served on the Regional Transit Commission.
Mr. Leonard comes from a family business background, having managed three
Kal Tire stores prior to his election as Mayor. While in business, Mr. Leonard
served as Director of the BC Chamber of Commerce, President of the Victoria
Chamber of Commerce and on the boards of local tourism and economic
development groups.
Mr. Leonard is currently chair of Parkbridge Lifestyles Communities, vice-chair of the Municipal Pension
Plan and a director of the Victoria Airport Authority. Mr. Leonard holds his Bachelor of Arts in History
(Honours) and his Master of Arts from the University of Victoria.
Friday, April 22nd
Morning Breakout Sessions
1. Ethical Conduct - Olga Rivkin and Kathleen Higgins, Bull Housser law firm
Olga's practice includes assisting public and private entities with a variety of
regulatory matters. This includes procedural matters related to the operation
of local governments including public hearings, notices, conflicts of interest,
ombudsperson's reviews. She also deals with all matters related to land use
and development.
Kathleen's practice revolves around real estate
law. She has advised real estate developers and local governments on all
aspects of municipal law including development, engineering, planning and
building issues. She has been involved in the creation of a number of regional
parks in the Lower Mainland, the acquisition and development of a historic
post office building for commercial and residential use and the development of
an alpine ski resort.
2. Fiscal Policy for Infrastructure Funding - Christina Benty
Christina is the former mayor of Golden having retired after 12 years of service.
She has over 16 years’ experience on numerous policy governance boards
spanning health care, information technology and community planning. Christina
considers herself an asset management evangelist and firmly believes that asset
management is no longer a luxury for local governments who have time and
resources to put towards the process. With a combination of applicable
experience and formal education, she is a highly skilled problem solver who is able
to address current and emerging issues and create new systemic structures to
increase organizational functionality. Christina holds a Bachelor of Arts (Political
Science) and a Master of Arts (Leadership).
3. Accessibility 2024 Rollout – Linda Larson, MLA for the Ministry of Social
Development and Social Innovation
Linda is the Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility to the Minister of Social
Development and Social Innovation, and a member of the Cabinet Committee
on Secure Tomorrow. She is also a member of the Select Standing
Committees on Health and Legislative Initiatives.
Previous to being elected as an MLA, Linda sat on the Oliver Council and
served as Mayor from 1997 to 2005.
Morning Speakers
Water Sustainability Act – Ian Graeme, Manager, Watershed Sustainability with
the Ministry of Environment
As a professional forester Ian has lived and worked in many small
communities across BC. He joined the Ministry in 2008 and began working on
the Province’s Living Water Smart plan and the Water Act modernization
project. His responsibilities over the last few years have included water policy
development and managing the Province’s engagement process behind the
Water Sustainability Act. Ian is also passionate about his local watershed in
Saanich, building capacity for water stewardship and solutions that integrate
natural resource management and infrastructure to support prosperous
communities.
Minister Steve Thomson – Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations
Steve Thomson was re-elected to represent the riding of Kelowna-Mission in
2013 and was reappointed as the Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural
Resource Operations June 10, 2013. Prior to being reappointed as Minister of
Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, he served as Minister of
Natural Resource Operations, Minister of Energy, and Minister of Agriculture and
Lands.
Thomson is the former executive director of the BC Agriculture Council and has
developed his career and experience working on behalf of British Columbia
farmers and ranchers. He has served as general manager of the BC Fruit
Growers Association and the BC Milk Producers Association. He has also served as a director of the
Kelowna Museum, the Okanagan Innovation Fund and the BC BioEnergy Network.
He has a great love of sports and had a long career in rugby including the opportunity to play for the
Canadian National Rugby Team. Current interests include golf, gardening and being an ardent rugby fan.
Minister Norm Letnick, Minister of Agriculture
Norm Letnick was appointed Minister of Agriculture on April 11, 2014.
Letnick is also a member of the Treasury Board and Legislative Review
Committee, as well as vice-chair of the Cabinet Committee on Strong Economy
– and is also significantly involved in Francophone affairs-related matters and
Intergovernmental Affairs, including relations with the consular corps.
Representing the Kelowna-Lake Country riding since 2009, Letnick has
previously served as Minister of Agriculture (2012-13) and as chair of the Select
Standing Committee on Health, Select Standing Committee on Finance and
Select Standing Committee on Public Accounts.
Prior to his election as an MLA, Letnick sat on municipal council in both Kelowna (2005-08) and
Banff (1992-98) and was a tenured Associate Professor in Okanagan University College’s business
program.
Minister Peter Fassbender, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural
Development
Peter Fassbender was elected MLA for Surrey-Fleetwood on May 14, 2013. In
2015 Peter was appointed Minister of Community, Sport, Cultural
Development and Minister Responsible for Translink. He previously served as
Minister of Education and currently serves on the Cabinet Committee on
Secure Tomorrow.
Prior to his election to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, Peter
served as a Councillor and Mayor for the City of Langley. Peter was
recognized as a leader in his community and the region and was recently
awarded a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal.
In his business career Peter worked in radio and television as well as a number of other
communications fields. For 29 years in his career he was a partner and senior executive with DDB
Canada (formerly Palmer Jarvis), one of Canada’s largest and most successful marketing and
communications firms. In that capacity he dealt with both public and private sector clients at the
local, national, and international levels. A major focus of his private sector career was social
marketing campaigns including smoking cessation projects for Health Canada and international
marketing activities for Industry Canada.
After convention session – Energy Leadership Workshop
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
This workshop is hosted by the BC Mayors Climate Leadership Council
(advance registration required)
Communities are engaged in saving energy, emissions, and money in their own operations and
helping their residents and businesses to do the same but there is no specific manual for local
government elected officials. The BC Mayors Climate Leadership Council (BC MCLC) wants to
help GET ANSWERS:
1. How are neighboring communities saving energy, emissions, and money in their operations?
2. What about community-wide?
3. What are your neighboring governments doing to recirculate money in the local economy
rather than send it away?
4. What has your local government committed to?
For information call David Dubois at 250-457-7319 or register @
www.eventbrite.ca/e/2016-bcmclc-silga-energy-leadership-workshop-tickets-22660715811
The Southern Interior Local Government Association would like to thank their sponsors GOLD SILVER BRONZE TRADE SHOW 2016 SILGA Attendees
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INGRID
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JANICE
MICHAEL
DEVIN
JONATHAN
GEORGE
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HANK
MIKE
SIMONE
KEN
WAYNE
BRADLEY
KAREN
DONOVAN
LUANNE
ELEF
KEN
KURT
CAM
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Village of Lumby
City of Vernon
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Corporation of the Village of Keremeos
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CWC | Wood WORKS! BC
Interior Health Authority
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Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program
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Fulton & Company
Association for Mineral Exploration
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Regional District of North Okanagan
Town of Osoyoos
Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association
BDO Canada LLP
Regional District of Central Okanagan
City of Enderby
Columbia Shuswap Regional District
City of Kamloops
Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust
City of Kamloops
City of Merritt
Gorman Bros. Lumber Ltd.
Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers
City of Salmon Arm
Mayor
Councillor
Mayor
Mayor
Councillor
Mayor
Mayor
Mayor
Technical Manager
Small Water Team Leader
Corporate Officer
Legislative Coordinator
Councillor
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Chief Administrative Officer
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Road Safety Coordinator
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Mayor
[email protected]
Director ‐ Electoral Area F
[email protected]
Associate
[email protected]
Director, Communications and Public Affairs
[email protected]
Director ‐ Electoral Area B
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Director, Electoral Area "E"
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Industry & Community Development
[email protected]
Partner
[email protected]
Electoral Area Director ‐ Central Okanagan West
[email protected]
councillor
[email protected]
Director
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Chief Executive Officer
lchore@sidit‐bc.ca
Director ‐ Electoral Area G
[email protected]
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Councillor
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DAFOE
DALMIR
DE JONG
DE WEERDT
DEHART
DEMARE
DEMENOK
DICKIE
DONN
DUBOIS
DUKE
EDEN
EGELY
ELIASON
ELLIOTT
EMBURY‐WILLIAMS
ENEMARK
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FAIRBAIRN
FASSBENDER
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FLEMING
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FLYNN
FORTIN
FORTIN
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FRASER
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GEIER
GERRITS
GIESELMAN
GILL
GIVEN
GRAEME
GRAHAM
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GUERIN
HALVORSON
HENRY
LISA
SIRAZ
RICK
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MAXINE
DEBBIE
PAUL
OWEN
RYAN
DAVID
SCOTT
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RONAYE
LYNN
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RUSTY
RICK
PETER
DOUG
BOB
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AL
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ROB
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SUKH
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IAN
HERB
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Urban Systems
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FortisBC Energy Inc
City of West Kelowna
City of Kelowna
Squamish‐Lillooet Regional District
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Trans Mountain Expansion Project
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City of Salmon Arm
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Shaw Communications Inc.
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District of Barriere
District of Peachland
MLA, Vernon‐Monashee
City of Armstrong
AKBLG
BCLC
Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program
RDCO/City of Kelowna
BC Ministry of Environment
Emterra Environmental
City of Kelowna
Village of Clinton
Planner
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Key Account Manager, Local Government & [email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
CAO
[email protected]
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Electoral Area A Director
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Electoral Area C Director
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Councillor
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Councillor
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Councillor
[email protected]
Stakeholder Engagement Specialist
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Director for Area J
[email protected]
Executive Director
LEmbury‐Williams@wood‐works.ca
Government and Regulatory Affairs Manager
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Chair / Director, Electoral Area [email protected]
Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural [email protected]
Mayor
[email protected]
Director, Electoral Area "B"
[email protected]
City Clerk
[email protected]
Engineer
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Councillor
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Mayor
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MLA
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Councillor [email protected]
Director
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Manager, Watershed Sustainability
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Director for Area N
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Proposal and Marketing Coordinator
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Councillor
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HANSON
HARRISON
HEINRICH
HEISTERMAN
HIGGINS
HODGE
HODGE
HORGAN
HOVANES
IRELAND
JAKUBEIT
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JEYES
KADLA
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LINDA
TIM
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NORM
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CYNTHIA
WILLOW
MIKE
BRUCE
MALCOLM
ALI
LISA
RHONA
MATT
Urban Systems
Regional District of Central Okanagan
City of Salmon Arm
Village of Chase
District of Clearwater
Bull Housser
City of Kelowna
Village of Lumby
Juan de Fuca
Town of Oliver
City of Penticton
City of Salmon Arm
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LGMA / Lake Country
City of Penticton
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District of Logan lake
District of Lillooet
Ministry of Social Development
Linda Larson, MLA
City of Salmon Arm
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BC Government
Fulton & Company
City of Vernon
Canadian Pacific
FCM RAC Proximity Initiative
Geoscience BC
Village of Chase
Federation of BC Woodlot Associations
FortisBC
community consultant
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Leader of the Official Opposition
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Mayor
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Mayor
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Director ‐ Electoral Area E
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Mayor
Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility 2024
MLA, Boundary‐Similkameen
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Director, Government Affairs
Project Manager
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Director, Electoral Area C
Vice President, Minerals and Mining
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Councillor
Communications
Chair
Community & Aboriginal Relations Manager
[email protected]
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MAYNARD
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MCCONNELL
MCCUNE
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MCKORTOFF
MCMURRAY
MELLOTT
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PIEPER
PILON
PIZARRO
PROWAL
RAINE
RANTA
REARDON
RICE
RICHMOND
RON
KIM
CAM
SHEENA
GREG
CATHERINE
LANCE
MARK
SUE
WYATT
LEAH
NEIL
ALAIN
PETER
LORI
JORDAN
ROSEANNE
LARRY
JAYMS
AKBAL
RANDY
ROSALIND
BILL
LINDA
DIANA
RANDAL
MEGAN
LONI
EVAN D.
DOUG
PAT
JANET
MARK
SHERRY
MAX
CHRIS
JULIE
DANIEL
GINNY
AL
P.A. JOHN
BRIAN
STEVEN
AL
City of Kelowna
Town of Princeton
COFI
City Manager
Councillor
Director of Communications
[email protected]
[email protected]
City of Enderby
Sun Peaks MRM
City of Armstrong
City of Revelstoke
Town of Osoyoos
City of Merritt
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Village of Lumby
BCLC
Canadian Union of Public Employees
Spectra Energy
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City of Merritt
Village of Lumby
BC Government
CSRD
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Village of Keremeos
City of Penticton
City of Armstrong
Village of Lumby
BC Transit
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Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality
Central Okanagan Regional District
UBCM
[email protected]
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Lead Government & Community Relations
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[email protected]
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[email protected]
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[email protected]
CAO
[email protected]
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[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
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[email protected]
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Town Manager
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[email protected]
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Mayor
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Councillor
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Regional Transit Manager
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Mayor
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Mayor
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President
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RODEN
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SAYEED
SCARROW
SCHAFER
SCHAFFER
SCHIERBECK
SCOTT
SCOTT
SENTES
SHARMAN
SHORT
SIEBEN
SIM
SIM
SINGH
SIVELL
SLATER
SMITH
SMITH
SMITH
SPATHARAKIS
SPENCER
SPINA
STACK
STAMER
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STYFFE
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TAYLOR
TEGART
THOM
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THOMSON
THOMSON
VADER
VAN TIENHOVEN
VEINTIMILLA
VIG
WADDELL
WALKER
SELINA
BARBARA
TIM
TARIK
BILL
TERRY
CAROL
PETER
STEVEN
KARLEY
JUDY
DAG
JOEL
BRAD
SHELLEY
MEGAN
ARJUN
CORY
ALISON
VIRGINIA
ALLAN
ROBIN
MICHAEL
DARYL
MARG
LUKE
WARD
KATE
TOM
RENE
GLEN
JACKIE
KEITH
JOSH
SHELLEY
STEVE
MATT
JOE
PETRA
BRITT
JUNE
GREG
New Democrat Official Opposition
Village of Ashcroft
Forest Practices Board
City of Penticton
Village of Chase
Urban Systems
City of Penticton
BC Hydro
Urban Systems Ltd.
City of Kelowna
District of Clearwater Junior Council City of Kamloops
Urban Systems
SILGA
BC Assessment
Forest Practices Board
City of Kamloops
City of Kelowna
Trans Mountain Expansion Project
CSRD
District of Coldstream
Fraser Nicola
Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Trainining
FortisBC Energy Inc
BC Government
Town of Oliver
BDO Canada LLP
BCLC
MLA
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Chair
Councillor
Councillor
Director ‐ Electoral Area C
Area A Director
Councillor
Councillor
Community Consultant
Councillor
Community Relations Manager
Community Planner
Councillor
Councillor
Junior Councillor
Councillor
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Alternate‐Director, Electoral Area D
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Director
[email protected]
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MLA
[email protected]
Councillor
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Policy & Program Analyst
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Community & Aboriginal Relations Manager
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Director, Public Affairs
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WALL
WALLACE RICHMOND
WATERMAN
WATSON
WEADEN
WEIR
WERNER
WESTOVER
WHITELOCK
WILLIAMS
YOUD
YOUNGBERG
ZANON
JENNIFER
TRACY
LOUISE
PETER
SALLY
CARLA
CHARLIE
LINDA
NATASHA
RILEY
ROB
GARRY
CAROL
CAROL
BC Hydro
BC Assessment
City of Salmon Arm
City of Kelowna
District Of Logan Lake
City of Armstrong
Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers
BC Government
BC Transit
Town of Osoyoos
Community Relations
jennifer.walker‐[email protected]
Deputy Assessor, Thompson Okanagan Region
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Mayor
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Director for Area E
[email protected]
Divisional Director Communications & Information S [email protected]
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[email protected]
Councillor
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Campaigns Advisor, BC
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Executive Assistant, Ministry of Community, Sport [email protected]
Regional Transit Manager, Southern Interior
[email protected]
Councillor
[email protected]
Councillor
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MACNAULL
MCDONALD
MOORE
NYLANDER
SOBON
WATERS
EVAN
STEVE
JOHN
WAYNE
GARY
CHRIS
AL
Bell Media
Kelowna Daily Couriter
INFO News
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Kelowna Daily Couriter
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SOUTHERN INTERIOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION Draft Minutes of Annual General Meeting held on April 30th and May 1st, 2015 in Kamloops, B.C. 1. 2. 3. 4. Call to Order President Marg Spina called the meeting to order at 8:11 am on April 30, 2015.. President’s Report President Spina thanked the current executive and staff for their hard work and dedication. She also thanked her Kamloops City Council and TNRD board members. Following SILGA’s vision “To be the best BC Local Government Organization through advocacy, communication and education” the SILGA executive met with provincial ministers at UBCM to forward concerns from members. Further to the resolutions passed by the SILGA membership, SILGA is pleased to report the Ministry of Environment significantly increased the fight to stop Quagga and Zebra mussels from invading our BC waterways. Adoption of Minutes Moved/Seconded by Ronaye Elliott/Ken Gillis THAT: The minutes of the May 1st and 2nd, 2014 Annual General Meeting held in Penticton be adopted. CARRIED Business Arising From the Minutes There was no business arising from the minutes. 5. 6. Financial Report Mario Piroddi from BDO Canada presented the Financial Statements for the period ending December 31, 2014 while Executive Director Alison Slater presented the 5 year plan to 2019. Mr. Piroddi noted that all SILGA investments are held with MFA BC – a very safe method of investing. The statements showed an $11,968 profit in 2014 mostly due to the financial successes of the convention in Penticton. Moved/Seconded by Mike Macnabb/Ken Christian THAT: The Financial Statement and Statement of Activities of SILGA for the period ending December 31, 2014 be adopted as presented. CARRIED Moved/Seconded by Ken Christian/Arjun Singh THAT: The 5 year plan from 2015 to 2019 be accepted as presented. CARRIED Nomination Committee Report Southern Interior Local Government Association
Annual General Meeting – April 30th and May 1st, 2015
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Nomination Committee Chair Rhona Martin thanked Ronaye Elliott and Janice Brown who also sat on the nomination committee with her. She read out the nominations and after calling three times for nominations from the floor, the following results were announced. Table Officers: President: Chad Eliason, City of Salmon Arm (acclaimed) First Vice‐President Shelley Sim, Clearwater (acclaimed) nd
2 Vice‐President Patty Hanson, CORD (acclaimed) Electoral Area Director Willow Macdonald, TNRD (acclaimed) For the 6 positions of Director at Large: Councillor Linda Brown, City of Merritt Councillor Donovan Cavers, City of Kamloops Councillor Penny Gambell, District of Lake Country Councillor Diana Guerin, Village of Clinton Councillor Charlie Hodge, City of Kelowna Councillor Helena Konanz, City of Penticton Director Mike Macnabb, RDNO Councillor Kim Maynard, Town of Princeton Councillor Lori Mindnich, Village of Lumby Councillor Brian Schreiner, City of Enderby Following the election for the Directors at Large, Rhona Martin announced that the following will be directors for SILGA for the 2015/16 term. Councillor Donovan Cavers, City of Kamloops Councillor Diana Guerin, Village of Clinton Councillor Charlie Hodge, City of Kelowna Councillor Helena Konanz, City of Penticton Director Mike Macnabb, RDNO Councillor Lori Mindnich, Village of Lumby Moved/Seconded by Arjun Singh/Ken Gillis THAT: The ballots for the voting for the SILGA executive be destroyed. CARRIED Resolutions Committee Report Moved/Seconded by Arjun Singh/Rhona Martin THAT: Carolyn Black, TNRD Corporate Officer, be accepted as the SILGA parliamentarian for the resolutions session of the AGM. CARRIED President Spina noted that the Executive Committee members would read out only the “Therefore Be It Resolved” clauses of each Resolution for discussion and voting. Southern Interior Local Government Association
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TITLE: Funding for Nurse Practitioners’ Overhead and Operating Costs SPONSOR: CSRD WHEREAS nurse practitioners are utilized as primary care providers in the delivery of health care services in rural communities across the Province of British Columbia; AND WHEREAS the Ministry of Health does not currently provide funding to support the overhead and operating costs for nurse practitioners to be effectively utilized on a long‐term, sustainable basis; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the provincial government be requested to immediately support the funding of overhead and operating costs for nurse practitioners throughout the province in order to effectively utilize this form of primary health care provider delivery service. Carried (2) TITLE: Registered Disability Savings Plan SPONSOR: Kamloops WHEREAS the Federal Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) requires Persons With Disabilities (PWD) to be eligible for the Federal Disability Tax Credit (DTC) in order to open a RDSP; WHEREAS the Province of BC has a rigorous application and review process to grant individuals the PWD designation; AND WHEREAS the DTC application process is extremely difficult and expensive for PWD requiring significant paperwork and often multiple physician appointments; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Federal and Provincial governments work together to simplify the Disability Tax Credit application process or allow individuals with the Persons With Disabilities designation to apply directly for a Registered Disability Savings Plan. Carried (3) TITLE: Road Rescue Responder Costs SPONSOR: Barriere WHEREAS Road Rescue responders are not compensated by Emergency Management BC for responses to highway accidents within their jurisdiction; and WHEREAS Road Rescue organizations receive no provincial funding toward general operations, and WHEREAS ICBC does not currently contribute funding towards any vehicle accident response costs whatsoever; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that local governments lobby the Provincial Government to reconsider their stance on financing Road Rescue responders throughout the province. Carried Southern Interior Local Government Association
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TITLE: Funding Allocation to Small Communities SPONSOR: Lumby WHEREAS the Province of B.C. and Government of Canada offer a range of local government funding programs to stimulate the economy and address infrastructure requirements; AND WHEREAS the definition of small communities under the New Building Canada Fund – Small Communities Fund (NBCF) is defined as communities with a population of less than 100,000 people; AND WHEREAS Villages, Towns and Districts with a population under 5,000 people, make up for more than half of the 162 municipalities in British Columbia; AND WHEREAS Villages, Towns and Districts with a population under 5,000 often don’t have the financial resources to afford their portion of the funding required under the government grant programs such as the NBCF; THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED THAT a new category referred to as “micro‐community” be introduced when the Province or Federal Governments are establishing grant programs tailored to unique needs and financial positions of micro‐communities; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the municipal portion of projects being funded by government grants be lessened for micro‐communities to recognize their more limited financial capabilities and financial readiness in comparison to their more populous counterparts. Proposed Amendment: Insert the phrase “being communities with a population of under 5,000 people” after the word “micro‐communities “clause as indicated in the preamble. Carried Vote on Motion as amended THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED THAT a new category referred to as “micro‐community” be introduced when the Province or Federal Governments are establishing grant programs tailored to unique needs and financial positions of micro‐communities; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the municipal portion of projects being funded by government grants be lessened for micro‐communities, being communities with a population of under 5,000 people, to recognize their more limited financial capabilities and financial readiness in comparison to their more populous counterparts. : Carried (5) TITLE: FortisBC – Two Tiered Rates SPONSOR: RDOS WHEREAS FortisBC rate increases are causing significant hardship to people in areas where there is no access to natural gas as they are seeing huge increases in power bills. Southern Interior Local Government Association
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AND WHEREAS the two tier billing system of tier one up to 1,600 kilowatt hours (9.093 cents) and tier two over 1,600 kilowatt hours (13.543 cents) is unrealistic for consumers; AND WHEREAS due to the challenge customers face with rising energy costs, heating and electricity have become a luxury for some British Columbia residents, especially in the Okanagan‐Similkameen; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Union of BC Municipalities request the Provincial Government and the British Columbia Utilities Commission eliminate the two tiered rate structure and charge customers at the lower rate, until a remedy can be found for users of electric heat who have no affordable alternative to their current inefficient home heating system. Proposed Amendment #1: Insert the word “residential” before “customers”. Defeated Proposed Amendment #2 Delete all wording after “electric heat”. Carried Vote on Motion as amended: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Union of BC Municipalities request the Provincial Government and the British Columbia Utilities Commission eliminate the two tiered rate structure and charge customers at the lower rate, until a remedy can be found for users of electric heat. Carried (6) TITLE: Recreational Facility Costs SPONSOR: Chase WHEREAS many communities across British Columbia provide for or help fund many different types of recreational facilities both indoor and outdoor; AND WHEREAS the provision of a variety of recreational facilities adds a very important element to any small rural community by enhancing the physical and mental health of the citizens, while attracting and retaining a diverse population that helps to maintain a vibrant economy; AND WHEREAS small communities in BC struggle with limited funds available for the provision of ice arenas, swimming pools and curling rinks to name a few; AND WHEREAS costs associated with electricity to heat, light and run the necessary equipment for recreational facilities are ever increasing, seriously limiting the funding resources of small and rural communities to continue to provide for the important recreational facilities that keep the communities strong; Southern Interior Local Government Association
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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the provincial government be asked to require that BC Hydro and Fortis BC (electricity) provide lower electricity service rates for recreational facilities in small rural communities (under 100,000 population) to assist in preventing the loss of such facilities which will have serious negative impacts on small rural communities.” Proposed Amendment #1: Replace‘100,000 population” to “20,000 population”. Carried Proposed Amendment #2: Insert the words “natural gas” after “electricity”. Carried Vote on Motion as amended: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the provincial government be asked to require that BC Hydro and Fortis BC (electricity) provide lower electricity and natural gas service rates for recreational facilities in small rural communities (under 20,000 population) to assist in preventing the loss of such facilities which will have serious negative impacts on small rural communities. Carried (7) TITLE: Rail Crossing Maintenance Charges SPONSOR: Barriere WHEREAS rail lines in Canada provide a service almost exclusively to large corporate entities, and WHEREAS the costs of maintaining safe crossings for the general public throughout Canada should be the responsibility of the corporate land owner as trains have increased in frequency and speeds since they originally divided the lands they cross; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that local governments across Canada band together as a unified voice, by forwarding this resolution to FCM, to lobby for discontinuance of the monthly charges for rail crossing maintenance throughout Canada. Carried (8) TITLE: Interface Wildfire Proofing SPONSOR: West Kelowna WHEREAS the Province of British Columbia continues to experience large, aggressive wildfires and in 2014 experienced the third highest fire season (in hectares of land) in the Province’s history, costing an estimated $300 million in response; Southern Interior Local Government Association
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AND WHEREAS despite the continuing fire threat, in 2014, the Strategic Wildfire Prevention Initiative – Community Wildfire Protection Plan Program restricted the funding program stream to the development or update of a Community Wildfire Protection Plan and will no longer fund operational fuel treatment activities: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM lobby the Ministry of Forests, Lands & Natural Resource Operations to establish, fund and conduct a province‐wide wildfire proofing program on public and private interface lands to protect British Columbia’s residents and infrastructure. Carried (9) TITLE: Bio Solid Review Process SPONSOR: Merritt/TNRD WHEREAS the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Health are responsible for reviewing and approving bio solid composting facility permits and land application notifications under the Organic Matter Recycling Regulation; and the Ministry of Agriculture is responsible for administration of the Agricultural Land Commission Act; AND WHEREAS, due to these activities being carried out within the Agricultural Land Reserve, the inter‐
jurisdictional importation of bio solid waste materials is being authorized and land application and composting facilities are being permitted without a public consultation process in locations where residents and the environment may be adversely affected by the potential health risks, noise and odor nuisances, property value reductions and community well‐being: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Province form a committee including local government representatives to examine and make recommendations for changes to the Provincial bio solid review process and changes to the content in the Organic Matter Recycling Regulation and Agricultural Land Commission Act that govern the bio solid regulatory process in the Province of British Columbia. Carried (10) TITLE: Road Safety Review and Assessment SPONSOR: SLRD WHEREAS, the British Columbia Road Safety Strategy 2015 and Beyond (2013) states a provincial goal to make roads in BC the safest in North America by “designing a system that is more forgiving of human error… “so that, even if crashes occur, they will not cause fatal or serious injury”; AND WHEREAS the roads in the Lillooet area were constructed well before the development of modern engineering and safety standards that have been proven to reduce injury and death in the event of a collision and have many sections with steep embankments – unprotected by barrier – as well as extremely narrow unpaved shoulders; AND WHEREAS the British Columbia Road Safety Strategy 2015 and Beyond (2013) identifies the Southern Interior as “by far the most deadly region of the province with about one‐third of all motor Southern Interior Local Government Association
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vehicle related fatalities” and statistics indicate the Lillooet area has a fatality rate of 19% ‐ more than 6 times the average for our region; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, in keeping with our Provincial Government’s identified priority to improve road safety and reduce fatalities and injury, we continue to ask for a thorough review and assessment of roadside safety (including road design and evaluation of roadside hazards) to reduce deaths and injury on BC roads. Carried (11) TITLE: Upgrading of Critical Accident Zones on Highways SPONSOR: CSRD WHEREAS many section of highways throughout British Columbia are considered critical accident zones; AND WHEREAS these critical accident zones have serious impacts on the health and safety of the travelling public, enormous economic impacts to the Province, and a significant financial burden on our health care system; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the provincial and federal governments come up with a long term commitment to increase the level of safety on our highway system by improving proven accident zones as well as highway upgrading to a four (4) lane highway, wherever possible and warranted. Carried (12) TITLE: Highway Speed Limit Increases SPONSOR: RDCO WHEREAS the safety of rural highways in British Columbia is being questioned by many residents living in rural BC since the ministry of Transportation and infrastructure increased the speed limit on many of these highways to 100 km/hr in 2014; AND WHEREAS speed limits in rural British Columbia do vary from region to region; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure be requested to formalize a process to allow for the lowering of the speed limit on certain highways that pass through rural communities and neighbourhoods upon receipt of a Regional Board resolution to that effect. Carried (13) TITLE: Quagga and Zebra Mussels SPONSOR: Lake Country WHEREAS quagga and zebra mussels pose a serious threat to B.C.’s aquatic ecosystems, agricultural irrigation systems, salmon and other fisheries, hydro power stations, in‐lake infrastructure facilities and individual farm businesses relying on intake pipe infrastructure, by clogging pipes, increasing maintenance costs for hydroelectric, industrial, agricultural and recreational facilities, causing ecological Southern Interior Local Government Association
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and economic damage, displacing native aquatic plants and wildlife, degrade the environment and affect drinking water quality; AND WHEREAS the funding for annual watercraft inspection and decontamination in British Columbia significantly reduces the success rates against the invasive species threat allowing for only 132 inspections in British Columbia compared to 3,747 in the province of Alberta and 49,380 in the State of Idaho; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Province establish permanent inspection stations at key points of entry, coordinated with the Pacific Northwest Regional Defence Strategy for invasive species, with a minimum annual budget of $530,000, consistent with Alberta’s funding and also develop a provincial control and containment strategy for regions that become infested, funded by the province. Carried (14) TITLE: BC Conservation Service Capacity SPONSOR: Princeton WHEREAS the Provincial Government is responsible for managing wildlife through its Conservation Service, and the British Columbia Conservation Service has not been able to adequately address wildlife‐
human conflict in the town of Princeton due to lack of facility; AND WHEREAS the Town of Princeton is unable to appropriately respond to wildlife‐human conflict, as their role is to educate residents on how to deter wildlife and limit wildlife attractants; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Provincial Government be requested to provide adequate funding and staffing in order for the BC Conservation Service to be more active and proactive in effectively managing wildlife‐human conflicts. Carried (15) TITLE: Health Care Provider Crisis SPONSOR: Lake Country WHEREAS there is a severe shortage of general practitioners and family physicians in small British Columbia communities causing an imminent health care provider crisis and the inevitable closure of clinics. The current crisis jeopardizes the beneficial health outcomes of patients having a primary care practitioner; eliminates the basic health care needs that every British Columbian has a right to; and places an unfair burden on physicians trying to meet the demands; AND WHEREAS the criteria used under the Rural Retention Program for ranking eligible communities and determining incentive levels for physicians only considers remote and rural areas and does not value unique circumstances in small urban communities which is a huge disadvantage for attracting new physicians; Southern Interior Local Government Association
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the criteria and classification system used under the rural Retention Program be expanded to include incentives for physicians in smaller urban communities facing an imminent health care provider crises. Carried (16) TITLE: Ownership of Abandoned Transportation Corridors SPONSOR: RDNO WHEREAS transportation corridors are vital to the transportation of goods and people throughout the province; AND WHEREAS some corridors are being abandoned, especially some rail corridors; AND WHEREAS these abandoned transportation corridors can become vital and valuable corridors for recreational uses such as hiking, cycling, skiing and snowshoeing; AND WHEREAS these corridors should be open to all residents of BC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the provincial government facilitate public acquisition and ownership of abandoned transportation corridors; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the province work with UBCM to develop a funding mechanism – for example, a province‐wide parcel tax similar to the Municipal Finance Authority tax – to assist governments or community groups to purchase and maintain abandoned transportation corridors for public recreational use. Carried (17) TITLE: Residency Qualifications for Local Government Candidates SPONSOR: Lake Country WHEREAS the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia require candidates for local government elections to be qualified electors of the jurisdiction in which they are running and British Columbia has no residency requirements for local government elections; AND WHEREAS residency requirements enhance the accountability of elected officials when making decisions impacting the jurisdiction for which they are elected to represent; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Local Government Act be amended requiring that a person be a qualified elector of the jurisdiction for at least 30 days prior to the date of nomination in order to be eligible to be nominated as a candidate and elected to office. Defeated (18) TITLE: Expand Options for Statutory Public Notification SPONSOR: Kelowna Southern Interior Local Government Association
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WHEREAS all local governments are obligated to provide public notification of certain issues it is considering through posting in a public place, and publishing in a newspaper; AND WHEREAS local governments are being called upon by their residents to engage and provide information in a variety of new ways, and who also hold their local governments accountable for improved transparency, accessibility, sustainability and strong fiscal management; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Provincial Government amend section 94 of the Community Charter and Section 892 of the Local Government Act to expand the available legislated options for local governments to provide public notice that may include not only public posting and publication in a newspaper, but also local online news service, direct home delivery, email, internet or other electronic means; and add a requirement that a local government must determine, by bylaw, their chosen combination of options for public notice to ensure that all local governments maintain the integrity of the public process, while also delivering on the engagement needs of their community and representing the best financial value for all their residents. Proposed Amendment: Delete all wording after “provide public notice.” Carried Vote on Motion as Amended: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Provincial Government amend section 94 of the Community Charter and Section 892 of the Local Government Act to expand the available legislated options for local governments to provide public notice. Carried (19) TITLE: Local Government Elections ‐ Internet Voting SPONSOR: Osoyoos WHEREAS Local Government Act Part 3, Division 9 – Voting Opportunities – does not allow the ability to offer online voting to electors in local government elections; AND WHEREAS this additional service provision would assist the general population, especially the elderly, disabled, snowbirds, and those working in camp, to participate in the democratic process; AND WHEREAS the Province of B.C. has the recommendations from the Independent Panel on Internet Voting from the report produced in February, 2014; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM requests the Province of BC to initiate the policy analysis and legislative changes required to implement online voting for the 2018 local government election. Carried Southern Interior Local Government Association
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TITLE: Rural Business License SPONSOR: RDOS WHEREAS municipalities have the statutory authority under Section 8 (6) of the Community Charter to enact “regulations in relation to business”; WHEREAS this power to regulate business is not extended to Regional Districts, including the power to develop a rural business license program; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Regional Districts be provided the same statutory authority as councils to regulate businesses under the Community Charter. Defeated (21) TITLE: Business Class Exemption SPONSOR: Vernon WHEREAS the statutory property exemption for business Class 6 assessments is $10,000, regardless of the property value; AND WHEREAS the business Class 6 exemption has remained unchanged since implementation in 1984 despite increasing assessments; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Provincial Government review the business class exemption for Class 6 assessments and consider an increase to $50,000 for the statutory property exemption, in order to provide small business, in the Province of British Columbia, a fair exemption for their increased assessed property value. Carried LATE RESOLUTIONS Moved/Seconded by Bill Scarrow/Kevin Acton THAT: The late resolutions received by SILGA be debated. Carried (22) TITLE: WorkSafe BC Confined Space Regulations SPONSOR: Penticton WHEREAS WorkSafe BC amended its confined space regulation in 2011; AND WHEREAS the current WorkSafe BC regulations and guidelines with respect to confined space within waste water treatment plants are challenging design standards; Southern Interior Local Government Association
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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM lobby the Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training to direct WorkSafe BC to provide an exemption to waste water treatments plants until a confined space regulations rewrite, with input from waste water treatment plant owners and operators, can be completed. Carried (23) TITLE: Provincial Transit Investment Freeze SPONSOR: Kamloops WHEREAS investment in public transit reduces road congestion, increases health outcomes and helps build vibrant, connected communities in which all members can fully participate regardless of physical or mental ability, financial status or age (1/3rd of the population); AND WHEREAS in BC, transportation is the leading source of greenhouse gases and in many communities also the largest source of air particulate emissions; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Union of BC Municipalities strongly urge the Premier, the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Minister of Finance to reconsider the unanticipated freeze to provincial transit investments in a spirit of partnership with local governments and that consultation with affected stakeholders be undertaken. Proposed Amendment: Delete the word “unanticipated”. Carried Vote on Motion as Amended: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Union of BC Municipalities strongly urge the Premier, the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Minister of Finance to reconsider the freeze to provincial transit investments in a spirit of partnership with local governments and that consultation with affected stakeholders be undertaken. Carried (24) TITLE: Funding Formula Public Education SPONSOR: CSRD WHEREAS many School Districts throughout the Province of BC are struggling to fund and operate facilities and programs within their jurisdiction with the funding formula that has been established by the Ministry of Education; AND WHEREAS the Province is responsible through its own Ministries or Crown Corporations for the setting of rates for BC Hydro, ICBC and MSP premiums; Southern Interior Local Government Association
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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM lobby the provincial government to complete an independent review of the funding formula used to fund public education. Carried (25) TITLE: Provincial Responsibility for Fire Services Act & Regulations SPONSOR: SLRD WHEREAS the provincial government has enacted various building and fire code regulations for public buildings, including the Fire Services Act and regulations under that Act, AND WHEREAS the provincial government is considering requiring regional districts to enforce the Fire Services Act and its regulations in the unincorporated areas of the province, including the obligation to provide for a regular system of inspection of hotels and public buildings; AND WHEREAS regional districts do not have the capacity to take on an inspection and enforcement role in the rural areas without significant additional financial and human resources; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the provincial government provide the resources necessary to inspect and enforce provincial safety regulations, including the Fire Services Act and its regulations, through either the Office of the Fire Commissioner or the BC Safety Authority rather than pursuing options to download the responsibility for inspections and enforcement of provincial regulations on local governments. Carried 8. 9. 10. 2016 Convention – Kelowna The 2016 Convention will be held in Kelowna from April 19th to April 22nd, 2016. Deputy Mayor Tracy Gray invited all the delegates to join them in her community and showed a short power point promoting her city. President’s Closing Remarks Chad Eliason addressed the delegates and expressed appreciation for all the hard work of the Kamloops Convention Committee. He thanked outgoing President Marg Spina and Past President Rhona Martin, who continued to step up when vacancies occurred on the board. Adjournment Moved/Seconded by Helena Konanz/Charlie Hodge THAT: The meeting be adjourned at 11:55 am on May 1, 2015. Alison Slater, Secretary Treasurer CARRIED Southern Interior Local
Government Association
Financial Statements
For the year ended December 31, 2015
Contents
Review Engagement Report
2
Financial Statements
Statement of Financial Position
3
Statement of Changes in Fund Balances
4
Statement of Operations
5
Statement of Cash Flows
6
Notes to Financial Statements
7-9
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Review Engagement Report
To the Board of Directors
Southern Interior Local Government Association
We have reviewed the statement of financial position of Southern Interior Local Government
Association as at December 31, 2015, and the statement of operations, statement of changes in fund
balances and statement of cash flows for the year then ended. Our review was made in accordance
with generally accepted standards for review engagements and, accordingly, consisted primarily of
enquiry, analytical procedures and discussion related to information supplied to us by the organization.
A review does not constitute an audit and, consequently, we do not express an audit opinion on these
financial statements.
Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that these financial
statements are not, in all material respects, in accordance with Canadian accounting standards for not
for profit organizations.
Chartered Professional Accountants
Kamloops, British Columbia
March 29, 2016
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Statement of Financial Position
(Unaudited)
December 31
2015
2014
Assets
Current
Cash
Investments (MFA account) (Note 2)
Prepaid expenses
$
23,617
131,723
4,500
$
31,772
130,607
1,575
$
159,840
$
163,954
$
4,000
$
592
12,500
Liabilities and Net Assets
Accounts payable & accrued liabilities (Note 5)
Deferred revenue
Net assets
Convention reserve (Note 3)
General operating reserve (Note 3)
Board development & strategic planning reserve (Note 3)
Contingency reserve (Note 3)
Unrestricted
$
4,000
13,092
30,000
15,000
35,000
75,840
30,000
15,000
4,000
101,862
155,840
150,862
159,840
$
163,954
Approved on behalf of the Board:
, Director
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
, Director
3
Statement of Changes in Fund Balances
(Unaudited)
For the year ended December 31
2015
Internally
restricted
Net assets, beginning of year
$
Unrestricted
Total
Total
49,000
$ 101,862
$ 150,862
$ 138,894
-
4,978
4,978
11,968
Excess of revenues over
expenditures
Transfer
-
Transfer from Executive
Workshop Reserve to
operating
Net assets, end of year
$
2014
35,000
(35,000)
-
-
(4,000)
4,000
-
-
75,840
$ 155,840
$ 150,862
80,000
$
4
Statement of Operations
(Unaudited)
For the year ended December 31
Revenue
Convention
UBCM luncheon sponsorship
Memberships
Investment income
Education revenue
Donation revenue
Expenses
Executive director expenses:
Travel expenses
Wages and benefits
Executive meeting expenses:
Meals
Per diem allowance
Travel expenses
Provincial Liaison:
Director per diem allowance
Travel expenses
Executive workshop:
Facilitator expenses
Per diem allowance
Travel expenses
Convention expenses
Donation
Education expenses
Gifts
Insurance
Interest and bank charges
Office expenses
Other expenses
Professional fee
Website
Excess of revenues over expenses for the year
Budget
$ 128,000
23,234
1,400
-
2015
$
134,050
23,234
1,116
1,050
2,075
2014
$
126,928
524
22,559
1,408
475
-
152,634
161,525
151,894
5,000
38,500
5,222
40,933
4,742
32,572
2,000
6,000
10,000
1,291
6,850
10,412
1,086
7,000
6,935
2,000
-
400
1,196
-
2,000
85,000
1,000
2,000
500
1,500
200
2,500
500
4,250
1,500
5,892
1,100
3,024
66,763
2,175
3,226
1,573
163
1,991
25
4,311
-
75,102
4,701
350
1,500
268
1,392
104
4,174
-
164,450
156,547
139,926
$ (11,816)
$
4,978
$
11,968
5
Statement of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
As at December 31
Operating activities
Cash receipts from membership and sponsorship
Cash paid to employees and suppliers
Interest received
2015
$
2014
127,279 $
(157,989)
23,671
142,154
(140,908)
1,408
Cash flows from operating activities
(7,039)
2,654
Investing activity
Increase of short-term investments
(1,116)
(1,408)
Net increase (decrease) in cash
(8,155)
1,246
Cash, beginning of year
31,772
30,526
Cash, end of year
$
23,617
$
31,772
6
(Unaudited)
December 31, 2015
1.
Significant Accounting Policies
Nature of Business
The Southern Interior Local Government Association (the "Association") is a not-for-profit
organization incorporated under the Societies Act of British Columbia and, accordingly, is
exempt from income tax under provisions of the Income Tax Act provided certain
requirements of the Income Tax Act are met. This Association is a body formed for the
purposes of representing in one organization, the various municipalities and regional
districts of the British Columbia southern interior.
Basis of Accounting
The financial statements have been prepared using Canadian accounting standards for notfor-profit organizations.
Revenue Recognition
Memberships are recognized ratably over the memberships period.
Sponsorships and convention revenues are recognized as revenue when received and the
related event has occurred.
Restrictions on Net Assets
The Association has internally restricted net assets committed for future expenditures. The
internally restricted amounts are not available for other purposes without approval of the
Board of Directors.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in accordance with Canadian accounting standards
for not-for-profit organizations requires management to make assumptions and estimates
that have an effect on the reported amounts of asset, liabilities and disclosures at the date
of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the
period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
7
(Unaudited)
December 31, 2015
1.
Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
Financial Instruments
Financial instruments are recorded at fair value when acquired or issued. In subsequent
periods, equities traded in an active market and derivatives are reported at fair value, with
any unrealized gains and losses reported in operations. In addition, guaranteed investment
certificates have been designated to be in the fair value category, with gains and losses
reported in operations. All other financial instruments are reported at cost or amortized
cost less impairment, if applicable. Financial assets are tested for impairment when
changes in circumstances indicate the asset could be impaired. Transaction costs on the
acquisition, sale or issue of financial instruments are expensed for those items remeasured
at fair value at each statement of financial position date and charged to the financial
instrument for those measured at amortized cost.
2.
Short-term Investments
Short-term portfolio investments are measured at fair market value.
2015
MFABC money market fund
$
131,723
2014
$
130,607
8
(Unaudited)
December 31, 2015
3. Internally Restricted Net Assets
Internally restricted net assets are held as reserve for future expenditures as follows:
2015
Convention Reserve
Board Development & Strategic Planning Reserve
General Operating Reserve
Contingency Reserve
2014
$
30,000
15,000
35,000
$
30,000
4,000
15,000
-
$
80,000
$
49,000
General Operating Reserve
Funds set aside for future operating shortfalls.
Convention Reserve
Funds set aside for future convention shortfalls and/or to allow a smaller community the
opportunity to host the convention.
Contingency Reserve
Funds set aside for unanticipated future events.
Board Development & Strategic Planning Reserve
Funds set aside to fund strategic planning sessions, which will be held once every 2 - 4 years.
The current policy is to allocate $2,500 per year to this reserve until the session occurs.
4. Financial Instrument Risk
The Association is exposed to market risk from the possibility that the value of its
investment may change due to the fact that its investments are traded in the market.
5. Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities are government remittances payable of
$nil (2014 - $592).
9
Five Year Financial Plan
For The Years 2015 - 2020
2015
Budget
Revenues
Convention
UBCM Luncheon Sponsorship
Memberships
Education Income
Donation Income
Return on Investments
$
$
Expenditures
Administrative Expenses
Wages and benefits
Travel Expenses
Director Expenses
Per Diem Allowance
Travel Expenses
Meals
Convention Expenses
Donation
Education (net)
Executive Workshops
(Retreat)
Gifts to members
Interest and Bank Charges
Insurance
Office Expenses
Provincial Liaison/Meetings
Other
Audit
Website
128,000
23,234
1,400
152,634
2015
Final
$
134,050
$
23,234
1,050
2,075
1,116
161,525
2016
Budget
$
$
140,000
23,234
1,000
1,200
165,434
2017
Budget
$
$
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
110,000
25,084
1,000
$ 110,000
26,394
1,000
$ 110,000
1,100
137,184
1,000
$ 138,394
800
$ 141,812
30,012
1,000
2020
Budget
$ 110,000
30,012
1,000
600
$ 141,612
38,500
5,000
40,933
5,222
42,000
5,326
38,500
5,433
39,270
5,542
40,055
5,652
40,857
5,766
8,000
10,000
2,000
85,000
1,000
2,000
6,850
10,412
1,291
66,763
2,175
3,226
7,000
10,200
2,200
110,000
1,000
2,000
7,140
10,404
2,244
75,000
1,000
2,000
7,283
10,612
2,289
75,000
1,000
2,000
7,428
10,824
2,335
75,000
1,000
2,000
7,577
11,041
2,381
75,000
1,000
2,000
2,000
500
200
1,500
2,500
2,000
500
4,250
1,500
10,016
163
1,573
1,991
1,596
25
4,311
-
2,500
500
200
1,550
2,500
2,000
500
4,400
1,500
2,500
500
200
1,550
2,500
2,000
500
4,400
1,500
2,500
500
200
1,550
2,500
2,000
500
4,400
1,500
2,500
500
200
1,550
2,500
2,000
500
4,400
1,500
2,500
500
200
1,600
2,500
2,000
500
4,400
1,500
Net Revenues (Expenditures)
$
$
166,450
(13,816)
$
$
156,547
4,978
$
$
195,376
(29,942)
$
$
157,371
(20,187)
$ 158,645
$ (20,251)
$ 159,945
$ (18,133)
Notes:
1. Executive Workshops - SILGA has been putting $2,000 aside each year to fund this expenditure. There was $4,000 in reserves.
2. Education
education expenses
fees
net
3,226
1,000
2,226
$ 161,321
$ (19,709)
2015-16 SILGA EXECUTIVE
Position
President
Name / Address
Councillor Chad Eliason
500 2nd Ave.NE, Box 40
Salmon Arm, BC
V1E 4N2
Past President
Councillor Marg Spina
City of Kamloops
7 Victoria Street West
Kamloops BC V2C 1A2
1st Vice
President
Councillor Shelley Sim
PO Box 157
132 Clearwater Station Road
Clearwater, BC V0E 1N0
2nd Vice
President
Director Patty Hanson
1450 KLO Road
Kelowna, BC
V1W 3Z4
Electoral Area Director
Director Willow Macdonald
300 465 Victoria St.
Kamloops, BC
V2C 2A9
Director at Large
Donovan Cavers
City of Kamloops
7 Victoria Street West
Kamloops BC V2C 1A2
Director at Large
Diana Guerin
P.O. Box 309
1423 Cariboo Highway
Clinton, BC V0K 1K0
Director at Large
Councillor Charlie Hodge
1435 Water St.
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 1J4
Director at Large
Helena Konanz
171 Main St.
Penticton, BC
V2A 5A9
Director at Large
Director Mike Macnabb
9848 Aberdeen Road
Coldstream BC
V1B 2K9
Director at Large
Lori Mindnich
1775 Glencaird Street
Lumby, BC
V0E 2G0
Executive Director
Alison Slater
#4-750 Dunrobin Dr.
Kamloops BC V1S 1X3
Phone / Fax – Email
Phone
250-803-4035
Fax
250-803-4041
Home
Cell
250-804-9874
[email protected]
Phone
250-828-3494
Fax
250-828-3578
Home
250-372-0440
Cell
250-377-1451
[email protected]
Phone
250 674 3286
Fax
Home
250 674 3296
Cell
250 674 1968
[email protected]
Phone
250-763-4918
Fax
250-763-0606
Home
250-491-5005
Cell
250-808-3715
[email protected]
Phone
250-377-8673
Fax
250-372-5048
Home
Cell
250-674-7303
[email protected]
Phone
250-828-3494
Fax
250-828-3314
Home
Cell
250-852-2264
[email protected]
Phone
250-459-2261
Fax
Home
250-459-7756
Cell
250-457-7048
[email protected]
Phone
250-469-8500
Fax
Home
250-979-7254
Cell
250-808-0674
[email protected]
Phone
250-490-2400
Fax
250-490-2402
Home
Cell
250-809-2897
[email protected]
Phone
250-545-8138
Fax
Home
Cell
250-309-4228
[email protected]
Phone
250-547-2171
Fax
250-547-6894
Home
250-547-9284
Cell
250-306-4078
[email protected]
Phone
250-851-6653
Fax
Cell
250-851-6653
[email protected]
SILGA COMMITTEES
2015-2016
MEMBER SERVICES,
EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY

Committee as a whole
RESOLUTIONS, POLICIES AND
PROCEDURES
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Marg Spina
Helena Konanz
Patty Hanson
Lori Mindnich
COMMUNICATION
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Donovan Cavers
Charlie Hodge
Diana Guerin
MIA REP
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President Chad Eliason
UBCM REP
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President Chad Eliason
2016 CONVENTION
KELOWNA
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Chad Eliason
Shelley Sim
Charlie Hodge
FINANCE
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Mike Macnabb
Diana Guerin
NOMINATIONS
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Marg Spina
Two others to be appointed
HUMAN RESOURCES
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Chad Eliason
Shelley Sim
Willow Macdonald
April 18, 2016
SILGA
Nominating
Committee
Report
Presentation of the results
of a call for nominations
for the Southern Interior
Local Government
Association
Spring 2016
Report of the Southern
Report of the Southern Interior
Local Government Association
Councillor Marg Spina
and SILGA Past President
SILGA Nomination Committee Chair
The Nomination Committee was
formed under the bylaws and
executive procedures of the SILGA
Constitution.
Councillor Marg Spina, Kamloops,
Mayor Robin Smith, Logan Lake,
Director Ronaye Elliott, Vice-Chair,
TNRD
Alison Slater, Executive Director,
SILGA
The Nominations Committee
authorized circulation of a call
for nominations and preparation
of associated material (see
background appendix). The
results of the call are summarized
on the next page and full
biographical materials submitted
by nominees begin on the page
following. It is important to
recognize that the role of the
committee is to review
submissions and prepare this
report. It is not the role of the
committee to recommend
anyone for nomination. We are
to ensure nominations are
complete, and according to
policies and procedures.
Further nominations can be
received at the convention from
the floor as has always been
provided. Please contact the
nomination committee chair if
there is any aspect of the
procedures that you would like
clarified.
SUMMARY OF NOMINATIONS FOR SOUTHERN INTERIOR
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION POSITIONS
The Nominating Committee Chair will present the recommendations as the nomination for these
positions. Other nominations can still come from the floor as has always been provided.
Candidates Speeches - Each candidate will have one minute to present themselves and their
platform.
FOR OFFICER POSITIONS:
Marg Spina, City of Kamloops, will be Past President.
(Elect one each)
President
st
1 Vice-President Councillor Shelley Sim
2nd Vice-President Patty Hanson
City of Salmon Arm
Central Okanagan RD
FOR DIRECTORS AT LARGE:
(Elect six)
Linda Brown
Donovan Cavers
Diana Guerin
Charlie Hodge
Helena Konanz
Karla Kozakevich
Mike Macnabb
Lori Mindnich
Pat Paula
City of Merritt
City of Kamloops
Village of Clinton
City of Kelowna
City of Penticton
Regional District Okanagan Similkameen
Regional District North Okanagan
Village of Lumby
FOR ELECTORAL AREA DIRECTOR:
(Elect one)
Willow Macdonald
Thompson Nicola Regional District
Nominated for:
President
City of Salmon Arm
Elected to Salmon Arm City Council in 2005, Chad is now in his 4th term. Regardless of the committee
or project that Chad is assigned to, he embraces the experience with enthusiasm and jumps in
wholeheartedly. Chad is involved in the community through various volunteer initiatives.
Chad feels his career as a Mortgage Broker provides a unique perspective to address today’s challenges in
the community. Chad spends his spare time running, playing volleyball and trying to get into the
mountains through the means of mountain biking, hiking or backpacking.
I have enjoyed my time on the SILGA executive and am ready to take the next step to help SILGA
become the best local area association in the province. Thank you for reading this and please remember to
vote!
Nominated for:
1st Vice President
Councillor Shelley Sim
Born and raised in Vancouver, I moved to Clearwater in 1993. I am Managing Director of
Original Holidays and have over twenty years of business and tourism experience.
I am pleased to be serving my fourth year with the SILGA executive. It has been extremely
rewarding to work with a talented group of people who work to represent this vast region in a
number of key advocacy areas. I am proud of the work that the SILGA executive has done on
behalf of the region. Our communities are heard on specific issues in our Ministerial meetings
that are held annually at UBCM. Health care, agriculture and environmental issues remain at the
top of our agenda but there are many more that are on the watch list.
As part of the executive, I believe in the continuation of our educational sessions and our forums
that allow our members to come together and share expertise. It is imperative that we share our
information. Over the past four years I have learned that when one community is impacted by a
situation, it is likely the beacon of what is yet to come for many other communities. At SILGA,
we share our regional information so that we can be prepared. Collectively, we are a strong
voice.
Currently, I am serving a second term Councillor for the District of Clearwater and sitting as a
first term School Board Trustee representing the rural communities of Clearwater, Area A and
Area O within School Board 73. I represent Council on a number of boards and advisory
committees including the United Way.
SILGA VISION: To advocate on behalf of SILGA communities on issues that are of local
importance on both a rural and urban level and bring those issues forward to the Provincial level.
A collective and united SILGA voice can and does have impact. Strong partnerships and
respective relationships will bring about positive change.
Nominated for:
2nd Vice President
Director Patty Hanson
Central Okanagan RD
I am running for SILGA this year as I have really enjoyed being part
of the team again. I am serving my 4th term as Regional District Director. I live in the RDCO in
the Joe Rich area with my husband Murray, we have lived here for 17 years. We have 3 grown
daughters and 4 grandchildren whom we adore.
I sit on the Economic Development Committee and also on the SIBAC board which helps the
small communities that have lost mills to the pine beetle. Both committees look at economic
opportunities in the area for healthy growth and sustainability.
As an Electoral Director I see that our small communities are bedroom communities to the larger
municipalities so most of our residents work there and spend money there. We have to protect
our rural lifestyle and ensure that we have sustainable growth to support the services that we pay
for including rural Fire Departments and small water systems.
As a member of the SILGA Resolutions Committee, I look forward to serving all of you on the
2016-17 SILGA Board.
Patty Hanson
Nominated for:
Director At Large
Councillor Linda Brown
City of Merritt
I am a first term councillor for the City of Merritt and currently retired – which
means I have the time to fully commit to serve well over the next term. I was
born in Kamloops and raised in Merritt where my family has been in logging for
over 50 years. I have three grown children and 3 grandchildren.
Education is important to me, as I am a lifelong learner. I hold ART, BA, &
MSc degrees with majors in public policy, Planning & Administration. I also hold an accounting
designation as a CPA, CGA.
My career as an accounting executive has taken me throughout the Southern Interior region; I have lived
in Kelowna, Merritt, Kamloops, and Salmon Arm. I have over 30 years managerial experience, which
started as Manager of Health Records at the Merritt Hospital and ended as Secretary Treasurer of a
School Board in Northwestern BC.
Although officially retired, I still consult as an efficiency expert and strategic planner. I am process
driven and outcome oriented. How we manage and what we produce is important to me. My experience
has focused on non-profit boards with health care and school boards. I also have one term as an elected
school trustee in Salmon Arm.
My primary goal is fiscal responsibility and accountability. Can we achieve the same or even better
results by approaching it in a different or more efficient manner? Regional economic growth needs to be
sustainable which can be achieved by first keeping our own houses in order.
I have a tendency towards active participation. My passion is working with relief and development work
overseas, working with orphaned or disadvantaged families. Since retiring, my involvement has included:
 financial management consultation for relief and development organization in Mozambique.
 childcare with grandchildren
 volunteering with a group of teenagers to help run a kids camp in Sevastopol, Crimea in the Ukraine
(now part of Russia) over 250 participant children from five local communities
 building a house for a family and helping with a medical clinic in Juarez, Mexico
 helping in local church events … Facilitator, audit, and project submissions
 Strata Council, KAS 1231
Working Organizations and Affiliations included: CPA(CGA) Association of BC; BC Association of
School Board Officials; Rotary International; UBC Department of Health Care and Epidemiology
Alumni; BC School Trustees Association (Shuswap); District Parent Advisory Council, Shuswap (VicePresident); BC Health Association; and BC Association of Quality in Health Care
I would like to make a difference to ensure SILGA is the best it can be.
I would be honoured to
represent you on the SILGA board. I respectfully ask for your vote as a Director of SILGA.
Thank you for your support.
Nominated for:
Director At Large
Councillor Donovan Cavers
City of Kamloops
Donovan Cavers is proud to be serving his community as a second term city councillor in
Kamloops. Donovan has served as a SILGA Director at Large and with your support would like
to continue to bring his energy and enthusiasm to the SILGA board.
As a small business owner Donovan understands the importance of making decisions based on a
triple bottom line approach always considering the fiscal, social and environmental impacts of
any decision. Cavers is very interested in SILGA taking a proactive approach to changes
happening to legal frameworks regarding Local Governments and our First Nations neighbours.
Donovan Cavers pledges to raise the bar on accessibility and accountability by responding to
your phone calls or emails immediately and following through with any issues to a resolution.
When he has a few moments of his own, Donovan can be found reading, cycling, hiking,
gardening, swimming, running, or cross-country skiing.
Please stop and say hello if you see Donovan at the convention and...
Vote Donovan Cavers!
Nominated for:
Director At Large
Councillor Diana Guerin
Village of Clinton
Hello: My name is Diana Guerin and I am one of four councillors for
the Village of Clinton. This is my second term both for Clinton and the running for SILGA.
Once again I am running for Director at Large. I have truly enjoyed my past 4 years in council,
along with my first year on the SILGA Board. To give you a bit of my back ground I would like
to begin by stating I have a deep passion for people, that is why I felt it was time “to do more”
for them. I am 52 and have lived in the Village of Clinton for the past 44 years. I am married for
30 years with 2 grown children. I have been a paramedic for BC Ambulance for 25 years.
Previous to that I was a manager for one of my parents businesses in Clinton.
1)
I was secretary for Clinton Minor Softball and coach for 5 years.
2)
Also, was a Secretary/Treasurer for Parent Advisory Council for 7 years.
3)
Spirit of Clinton Committee
4)
Currently a member of the “The Clinton Literacy” group.
I believe in a strong community and that means economic stability, good working relationships
with
First
Nations,
and
all
other
government
levels
(neighbouring
communities/regional/provincial/federal). Showcasing what, and who we are imperative to
working and receiving opportunities that maybe available. Collaboration for the common good,
also demonstrates that dreams and hopes are attainable, and a bigger voice to those who are key
to our success. Every community needs to work twice as hard these days to move ahead, given
the uncertainty that exists with the down turn of the economy, so we need to sharpen our pencils,
and think smarter. Tourism, location, affordability and of course jobs are key. So working
together means better chance of success.
SILGA has proven to be a strong voice within UBCM, and the Legislature, and I believe it can
become even stronger. Working together to ensure the issues we as communities face are
brought forward and resolved. As the saying goes “United we stand divided we fall”. So I hope
that you choose me Diana Guerin: Director and Large for SILGA 2016/2017.
Nominated for:
Director at Large
Councillor Charlie Hodge
City of Kelowna
Charlie Hodge is seeking re-election as a SILGA director at large. An
experienced city councillor and regional board director, Hodge enjoyed
his first year as SILGA director in 2015 and wants to continue his
positive contribution.
A professional author/writer by trade Hodge was born and raised in the
South Okanagan where he has resided the majority of his life. Hodge was born in Penticton and
moved from Summerland to Kelowna in 1963 at age 7.
Charlie spent more than 30 years as a journalist in British Columbia including 10 years as an
editor or assistant editor. During his journalism career he worked in Kelowna, Kamloops,
Salmon Arm, and Parksville - Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island.
Hodge has written two books including Golly Gee - It’s Me! - a Canadian best-selling
biography on hockey legend Howie Meeker, and is in the process of completing two other
contracted books.
Charlie is in his third term as an elected City Councillor. He previously served in 2008 - 2011
on Kelowna City Council, and on Parksville City council from 1997 - 2000.
Hodge also served as Director on Regional District of Nanaimo (1997-2000) and on Central
Okanagan Regional District (2009-2011). During his previous terms Charlie held numerous
portfolios or committees including: protective services, tourism, chamber of commerce, joint
water board, environment, youth, accessibility committee, women’s and community committee,
public works and operations, parks and open spaces, regional library board, and housing.
Hodge is well known for his knowledge and background in strategic planning, conflict
resolution, as a skilled facilitator, a public speaker, Master of Ceremonies, and effective
personal coach.
Charlie’s creative promotional skills and strategic planning have been utilized for many years in
the Canadian music industry, provincial, national, and international environmental fields, and
municipal, provincial, and federal politics.
His hobbies include gardening, canoeing, and writing music. Charlie shares his Okanagan home
with wife Teresa and six cats.
Nominated for:
Director At Large
Councillor Helena Konanz Helena has lived in the Okanagan for over 20 years. She was born in
Santa Barbara, California and went to UCLA where she was a
member of their National Championship Tennis Team. After
graduating with a degree in Political Science, she spent three years traveling the world as a
professional and world ranked tennis player.
Helena went on to work for NIKE at their International Headquarters in Portland Oregon. It was
there that she met Adam, her husband now of 23 years. In 1996 they moved to Adam's
hometown of Penticton to set up their family business, Konanz Chiropractic Centre, and to raise
their two children, Zakary and Zoe.
Since moving to the Okanagan Helena has opened two coffee shops and has been busy working
as a Professional Tennis Coach, winning 7 National Canadian Master's Titles. She was first
elected onto Penticton City Council in 2011 and volunteers throughout the community including
as Pen High Tennis coach and at the Soupateria.
Nominated for:
Director At Large
Director Karla Kozakevich
RDOS
Karla is currently in her second term as a Director for Area E – Naramata
with the Regional District Okanagan Similkameen. She was born and raised in Penticton and
moved to Naramata in 2005. A graduate of Pen-Hi Senior Secondary School, she went on to
attend Simon Fraser University on a varsity scholarship, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Applied Sciences.
Karla worked for over 13 years contracting both Federally and Provincially, helping people with
disabilities secure work, educational and assistive devices opportunities. She grew up working
in various areas of the family business in Penticton, the Three Gables Hotel, which her family
and relatives operated from 1937 – 1996. Karla also worked in property management, retail
management, sports coaching and in sports equipment & clothing sales management. She enjoys
the recreational opportunities provided in the South Okanagan, with a focus on skiing and golf.
From 2009 – 2011, Karla was Alternate Director for Area E and volunteered with the Naramata
Parks & Recreation Commission, Naramata Water Advisory Committee and Naramata Parent
Advisory Committee. She continues to participate with these volunteer committees on a regular
basis with a goal of providing outstanding community based services and activities.
Karla is currently Chair of the RDOS Community Services Committee, Vice-Chair of the RDOS
Environment & Infrastructure Committee, Chair of Policy & Planning for the Okanagan
Regional Library Board and is Chair of the Southern Interior Municipal Employers’ Association.
Karla feels strongly that SILGA brings municipalities and rural areas together to work for the
best interest of the region as a whole.
She can be reached at 250-809-2557 or
[email protected].
Nominated for:
Director at Large
Director Mike Macnabb
Electoral Area “C” – BX / Silver Star
I am seeking re-election to the position of Director at Large on the 2016/17
SILGA Executive Board.
This is my third consecutive term as Director for Electoral Area “C”, Regional District of North
Okanagan and I would like to continue to bring my experience and passion for the ‘hinter-folk’ to the
SILGA Executive Board. I believe that effective regional districts are comprised of both strong Electoral
Areas and Municipalities and through SILGA we can bring a united voice in our discussions with
provincial and federal governments. Although each regional district has its own challenges, I have found
that these are often more common than unique so I will advocate for more proactive sharing of best
practices and solutions that benefit us all. The following is part of my civic background:
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Twenty years with a local community association before running for local government in 2009
Chair of Regional Growth Management Advisory Committee during the two-year completion and
adoption of our first Regional Growth Strategy in 2011, current Chair during the RGS
implementation phase
Instrumental in promoting the Annexation Impact Study, which examined the impact of boundary
extensions from both the Electoral Area and the Municipal perspective
Chair and current Vice Chair of Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee from its inception
Strong supporter of agriculture as an important economic engine
Trustee on the Okanagan Regional Library for over seven years bringing forward rural and small
community concerns
Chair of Greater Vernon Advisory Committee during sub-regional parks restructuring involving
two Municipalities and two Electoral Areas
Firm believer that Electoral Areas are significant contributors to provincial economic
development and must be included at the table
Happily married with two adult kids who are also both married - two grand kids
Professional engineer
Works well with others
Occasionally runs with scissors
Nominated for:
Director At Large
Councillor Lori Mindnich
Village of Lumby
My name is Lori Mindnich and I have served for 1 year on the
SILGA Executive as a Director at Large, and I would like to serve
you again for the next term. I am currently in my 3rd term as a
Councillor in the Village of Lumby. This is my 8th year on the Okanagan Regional Library
Board, and my 6th year on the Lumby and District Health Service Society. I am the Manager of
the Royal Canadian Lumby Legion Branch #167, and I volunteer as the Saturday representative/
coordinator at the Lumby Curling Club. At SILGA I am serving on the Resolutions Committee.
With the first year’s learning curve in being on SILGA's executive behind me and with being an
active participant in the board meetings, I would love to have your support by voting for me to
be on the 2016-2017 SILGA board.
I look forward to seeing everyone again at the convention and please remember to vote.
Lori Mindnich
Lori Mindnich
Lori Mindnich
Nominated for:
Director At Large
Councillor Pat Paula
Hello everyone. I am Patricia (Pat) PAULA and would be
honoured to be elected to a 2016/17 SILGA Director at Large
position. I am in my fourth term as a Councillor for the District of Barriere. I believe in “give
where you live” on many levels. I also believe that every person matters. SILGA’s written
focus and commitments to local governments seem to closely reflect my beliefs. That similarity
has motivated me to put my name forward as a candidate for the 2016/17 Board where I believe
that I can be an effective and productive member as the organization moves forward.
In my 9 years on Council I have served as a member or chair of a variety of Council committees.
I was also Council liaison to the local Women and Children’s Safety initiative funded federally
through the Status of Women. In listening to local residents about their unresolved troubles with
their new factory-built single family dwellings I undertook a study of local and regional factorybuilt new housing starts in 2009 and again in 2014. I reported the findings to Council which
resulted in resolutions passed at SILGA and UBCM. I have also served as Alternate Council
Representative to the Thompson Nicola Regional District in two separate terms.
Other endeavors include: Provincial ‐retired B.C. Coroner serving in that capacity for 14 years. I gained valuable insights through judicial decision‐making, multiple agency and foreign embassy cooperation, and working with family members in crisis due to sudden deaths; ‐served three years as director on the Provincial Board of B.C. Women’ Institute. Regional ‐adult educator: taught Medical Terminology for Cariboo College (now TRU University) on a satellite campus; ‐volunteer for Habitat for Humanity in their “Re‐Store” and on their fundraising committee. Local Volunteering ‐RCMP Consultative Group; Professional Recruitment and Retention committee; Barriere Food Bank; Barriere Fall Fair & Rodeo Association; and have worked in community disaster planning groups. Personal ‐Registered Nurse; Medical Records Technician; recipient of an Associate of Arts degree and hold a certificate for Office Management from the Canadian Hospital Association. ‐for the local Hospital Board authored “Develop a Four‐in‐one Manual”, a reference book on how to write and organize an easy‐to‐use policy and procedures manual which sold in most Canadian provinces and territories. I appreciate your consideration of me for a Director at Large position on the 2016/17 SILGA Board. Nominated for:
Electoral Area Director
Director Willow Macdonald
TNRD – Area B Thompson Headwaters
My name is Willow Macdonald, and this is my second term as the Area
Director for Area B on the Thompson Nicola Regional District. I grew up in
West Vancouver and stayed in the Lower Mainland to earn a Bachelor of
General Studies at Simon Fraser University. In 2005 I traded my stilettos for
Crocs and city life for rural life. Moving to Blue River, my husband and I became proprietors of one of
the longest running General Stores in the province: Janie's General Store. I have served on the SILGA
Board both as a Director at Large and as the Area Director Representative. I have also served as the Vice
– Chair on the TNRD for two years and on the UBCM Executive. Currently I am the Chair of the
Thompson Headwaters Services Committee.
I believe that character is one of the most important qualities an elected official can have; we work with
disparate and conflicting groups of people and interests. One must have a resilience of spirit. Supporting
colleagues and working to achieve common goals is important; we move forward together with a desire to
make our communities a better place to live. I work hard, I pay attention and I care.
I believe that we in government are interdependent, requiring both urban and rural BC to thrive
economically, socially and spiritually so that we all may have a prosperous future. I will be honoured to
serve you again for a third year, as the Area Director on the SILGA Board.
Background Information
on
Nominations and Elections
NOMINATIONS
1. Appointment of Nominations Committee (up to 3 members, to include the Past President,
who will be chair)
Responsibility: President
Completion Guideline: 60 days before convention
2. Call for Nominations sent to the membership
Responsibility: Nominations Committee Chair
3. Nominations to be received by the Nominations Committee Chair, who consults with the
Nominations Committee and prepares the Nominations Report with photographs and
biographies.
Responsibility: Nominations Committee
Completion Guideline: 2 months before convention
4. Forward the Nominations Report to the Host Committee for inclusion in the delegate
binders.
Responsibility: Nominations Committee
Completion Guideline: 1 month before convention
NOTE: If, at the close of the annual convention, there are not sufficient members elected to
the Executive to constitute a quorum, the local government who has the President as one of
its members shall be responsible to find sufficient members to serve on the Executive. If there
is no President, the local government currently responsible for providing administrative
arrangements to the Executive shall have the responsibility to find sufficient members to
serve. NOTE: In addition to the above mentioned, nominations can still come from the floor
as has always been provided.
TO BE ELECTED
All positions are for a one year term and those presently serving may run for another term if
they so wish, except for the President who can only serve for two consecutive terms.
Offices to be filled are for President, 1st Vice-President, 2nd Vice-President and seven
Directors, one of who must be an Electoral Area Director of a Regional District.
2016 SILGA RESOLUTIONS Provincial/Federal Funding Resolutions 1. Keremeos Allocation of Provincial Funding Grants for Regional and Municipal Libraries 2. CSRD Community Economic Development Investment Fund 3. Penticton DNA Analysis Costs 4. Princeton British Columbia Conservation Service Capacity 5. Summerland Education Funding Financial Resolutions 6. CSRD BC Hydro Remote Community Electrification Program 7. Penticton Fire Wage Arbitration 8. Penticton Vacant Land Taxation 9. RDOS Fortis Tiered Rates 10. West Kelowna Local Government Infrastructure PST Exemption Safety and Environmental Resolutions 11. Peachland Disposal of Yard Waste 12. Peachland Watershed Protection 13. Spallumcheen Aquifer/Water Source Protection 14. Lake Country Mines Act Permit Notification 15. Clearwater Meat to Table Miscellaneous Resolutions 16. Kelowna Integrity Commissioner for Local Government 17. West Kelowna Timing of Ministry Approval of Zoning Bylaws (1) TITLE: Allocation of Provincial Funding Grants for Regional and Municipal Libraries SPONSOR: Keremeos Whereas the allocation of Provincial funding grants for regional and municipal libraries is based on a formula of half the converted value of land and improvements, and half the population of the service area; And whereas in rural areas with low population and lower land values this formula results in insufficient funding and hardship to the residents who are more dependent on library services: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM ask the Province to establish an adequate funding model for libraries in rural areas with a population of less than 5000. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has not previously considered a resolution that requested the provincial government to amend the funding model and formula for public libraries that serve rural areas with population less than 5,000. UBCM does note that members have consistently endorsed resolutions calling on the Province to maintain and index its funding for public libraries (2011‐B27, 2010‐B46, 2008‐B57, 2007‐B56, 2006‐B55, 2006‐B56, 2002‐B13, 2000‐B28, 1999‐B13, 1996‐B82). (2) TITLE: Community Economic Development Investment Fund SPONSOR: CSRD Whereas it is recognized that there is a pressing need to stimulate rural economic development in British Columbia; And whereas mechanisms that allow rural regions to capture and reinvest some portion of regional economic activity has been identified as a best practice in rural economic revitalization; And whereas the Community Economic Development Investment Fund (CEDIF) in Nova Scotia and other jurisdictions has proven to be an effective and efficient means to generate investment capital to support small business expansion and creation in rural areas: Therefore be it resolved that the Ministry of Finance for British Columbia initiate a CEDIF program for BC that would offer British Columbians a tax credit of 35% or more for investing in locally owned and operated corporations, cooperatives and other community economic development initiatives. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has consistently endorsed resolutions seeking support for and investment in local economic development initiatives (including but not limited to 2015‐B66, 2014‐B59, 2014‐B122, 2013‐
B12, 2013‐B33, 2013‐B39, 2013‐B41, 2013‐B42, 2013‐B143, 2012‐B20, 2012‐B45, 2011‐B29, 2011‐B69, 2011‐B72, 2011‐B104, 2011‐B164, 2010‐B41, 2010‐B47, 2010‐B72, 2010‐B95, 2010‐B101, 2010‐B103, 2010‐B106, 2010‐B107). Notably, members endorsed resolution 2013‐B39, which in part recommended the establishment of a rural BC venture capital program. In the same year, UBCM members endorsed a Local Government Finance policy paper, which introduced the Strong Fiscal Futures model and recommended in part that the Province work with local governments to sustain economic growth by establishing an Infrastructure Development and Community Building Bank. Members reiterated their support for the Strong Fiscal Futures model when they endorsed resolution 2014 (3) TITLE: DNA Analysis Costs SPONSOR: Penticton Whereas the costs of DNA analysis services are steadily increasing; And whereas the Province of BC has announced it will only contribute $1.36 million per annum, regardless of the actual costs: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM advocate on behalf of all local governments for the Province of British Columbia to index their contribution to the rising costs of DNA analysis services. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has not previously considered a resolution calling on the provincial government to index its contribution towards DNA analysis costs. However, members endorsed resolutions 2010‐B65 and 2008‐B3, both of which sought to prevent the provincial government from limiting or reducing its share of PRIME‐BC costs. (4) TITLE: British Columbia Conservation Service Capacity SPONSOR: Princeton Whereas the provincial government is responsible for managing wildlife through its Conservation Service, and the British Columbia Conservation Service has not been able to adequately address wildlife‐
human conflict; And whereas underfunding is having a negative impact on the ability of the BC Conservation Officer Service to meet the needs of the communities served; And whereas reduction in offices has reduced the number of conservation officers in the field, while expecting them to adequately monitor and enforce activities throughout large management units; And whereas the UBCM membership has consistently endorsed resolutions calling on the provincial government to increase numbers of conservation officers and resources to support wildlife management (resolutions 2015‐B26; 2013‐B27; 2012‐B22; 2012‐B72; 2010‐B25; 2003‐B32; 1996‐B27; 1996‐B64; 1992‐B35): Therefore be it resolved that the provincial government be requested to provide adequate funding, offices and staffing to fully support the BC Conservation Service to be more active and proactive in effectively managing wildlife‐human conflicts. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership endorsed a similar resolution in 2015 from the same sponsor. Members have consistently endorsed resolutions calling on the provincial government to increase numbers of conservation officers and resources to support wildlife management (2015‐B26; 2013‐B27; 2012‐B21; 2012‐B72; 2010‐B25; 2003‐B32; 1996‐B27; 1996‐B64; 1992‐B35). In response to resolution 2012‐B21, which specifically requested increased provincial funding and staffing of the BC Conservation Service, the provincial government indicated that it would “maintain its current level of service delivery through officers working in the larger geographic area, as well as collaborative initiatives with other law enforcement agencies.” (5) TITLE: Education Funding SPONSOR: Summerland Whereas many municipalities in the Province of BC are facing school closures, amalgamation, or both; And whereas such closures can have significant impact on the economic and social wellbeing of municipalities experiencing school closures: Therefore be it resolved that the Ministry of Education and the Province be urged by SILGA to investigate the adequacy of funding for education and actively engage in the public consultation process that is required before schools are closed in the province. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The question of education funding is not new. The UBCM membership endorsed resolutions 2015‐B50 and 2013‐B50, both of which proposed that the provincial government review the funding formula for education. UBCM awaits provincial responses to the 2015 UBCM resolutions. In response to resolution 2013‐B50 the provincial government emphasized that the current funding formula, including supplemental funding for areas with declining enrolment, already reflects the unique education needs of communities around the province. The BC School Trustees Association also responded to the resolution, confirming that “improvements to education funding overall, and to the formula by which funds are distributed, have been longstanding concerns.” BCSTA referenced its own 2011 Task Force that reviewed the education funding formula and submitted an extensive report to the Ministry of Education, and expressed interest in working with local governments to address shared concerns. Further, UBCM members have consistently endorsed resolutions expressing concern about insufficient funding for public education, associated repercussions such as school and facility closures, and cutbacks to special needs education programs (2013‐B51, 2010‐B49, 2009‐B58, 2008‐B22, 2006‐B165, 2006‐B167, 2005‐B157, 2003‐B135, 2002‐LR2). (6) TITLE: BC Hydro Remote Community Electrification Program SPONSOR: CSRD Whereas the Province of BC made the decision to discontinue the BC Hydro Remote Community Extension Program; And whereas numerous remote and rural communities in British Columbia continue to remain off‐grid without electrical power; And whereas the lack of electrification: 
Prevents investment in projects that would foster sustainable economic development creating employment opportunities that would assist families resulting in a stronger community; and  Precludes these remote and rural communities, represented by local governments, to add to, enhance, or adequately improve safe drinking water and sewage disposal systems in accordance with the Province’s legislation; Therefore be it resolved that the minister responsible for BC Hydro take immediate steps to reinstate and adequately fund the BC Hydro Remote Community Electrification program to sustain the economic and social well‐being of remote and rural communities throughout BC. SILGA Recommendation: No recommendation UBCM comments: The UBCM membership endorsed the 2002 Energy Policy Digest, which in part requested that the provincial government and BC Hydro ensure the continued availability of “low cost service extensions to provide electrical power to all areas of the province.” (7)TITLE: Fire Wage Arbitration SPONSOR: Penticton Whereas recent firefighter wage arbitrations have awarded wage parity with lower mainland local governments regardless of local circumstances of the subject local government; And whereas the Fire and Police Services Collective Bargaining Act requires an arbitrator to have regard for the need to maintain internal consistency and equity amongst employees and the terms and conditions of employment for other groups of employees who are employed by the employer: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM advocate to the Minister of Jobs, Tourism, and Skills Training to exercise statutory authority to specify that arbitrators are to give consideration to local conditions. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has consistently endorsed resolutions that emphasize the importance of considering factors other than wage parity, when working towards collective bargaining agreements for fire and police services (2014‐B13, 2013‐B24, 2011‐B3, 2005‐B150). In response to the 2014 resolution, the Province stated that the purpose of the Fire and Police Services Collective Bargaining Act is to provide union and employer access to binding interest arbitration and resolution of collective bargaining disputes, while avoiding strikes, lockouts or other interruptions to the delivery of service. The Province also noted that “the majority of municipalities and fire fighter union locals have reached voluntary settlements without resorting to arbitration under the Act.” (8)TITLE: Vacant Land Taxation SPONSOR: Penticton Whereas vacant lands detract from the vibrancy of communities; And whereas vacant lands contribute less property tax and utility billing revenues, no employment or other value to their community; NOW Therefore be it resolved that the UBCM advocate on behalf of all local governments for an amendment to the Prescribed Classes of Property Regulation 438/81 to include prescribed classes for vacant land and vacant contaminated land that allows for a higher tax rate and / or flat taxes. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership endorsed resolution 1997‐A13, which requested that the provincial government enact legislative amendments to permit municipalities to levy a parcel tax on vacant land, in lieu of sewer and water user fees. Members also endorsed resolution 2007‐B72, seeking legislative amendments to authorize municipalities to set different property tax rates for land and improvements, in order to encourage the development and improved maintenance of derelict buildings and vacant land. (9)TITLE: Fortis Two Tiered Rate System SPONSOR: RDOS Whereas FortisBC rate increases are causing significant hardship to people in areas where there is no access to natural gas, as they are seeing huge increases in power bills. And whereas due to the challenge customers face with rising energy costs, heating and electricity have become a luxury for some British Columbia residents, especially in the Okanagan‐Similkameen; Therefore be it resolved that Union of BC Municipalities request the Provincial Government and British Columbia Utilities Commission eliminate the two tiered rate structure until a remedy can be found for users of electric heat who have no affordable alternative to their current inefficient home heating system. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership endorsed resolution 2015‐B40, which asked the BC Utilities Commission to review BC Hydro’s residential electrical tariff structure, and in areas with no natural gas service, increase the amount of kilowatt hours that qualify for the lower rate. Members also endorsed resolution 2013‐B85, which asked the provincial government to review the impact of a tiered electricity rate structure on low‐income British Columbians. The resolution further requested that if the rate structure review revealed a negative impact, the provincial government amend the tiered rate structure to “minimize the effect for those less fortunate and those who have limited options to reduce their electricity usage (i.e. no access to natural gas).” In response to resolution 2013‐B85 the provincial government indicated that it was monitoring the impact of the tiered rate structure. More generally, UBCM members have endorsed resolutions supporting postage stamp, cost‐based rates for electricity (1996‐B7; 2001, 2002 and 2003 UBCM energy policy positions). In 2004, members endorsed resolution B87 which objected to BC Hydro’s proposed increase in electricity rates. Prior to that, resolution 1992‐B99 requested that BC Hydro be encouraged to promote electric heating at equitable rates in homes that are adequately insulated, especially in areas were natural gas service is not available. (10)TITLE: Local Government Infrastructure PST Exemption SPONSOR: West Kelowna Whereas local governments within the Province of British Columbia are responsible for essential infrastructure in areas such as water, sewer and storm sewer mains as well as roads; And whereas these critical infrastructures, which were constructed years ago using a dollar which had a greater purchasing power, are subject to provincial health and safety regulations which require local governments to upgrade or replace the infrastructure despite limited funds and grant opportunities: Therefore be it resolved that the Union of BC Municipalities lobby the Ministry of Finance to provide a provincial sales tax exemption on the upgrade or replacement of local government infrastructure projects. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has consistently endorsed resolutions calling on the provincial government to exempt local governments from the provincial sales tax in general (2006‐B21, 2005‐B12, 2004‐B68); as well as for specific costs such as equipment for fire fighting, life‐saving, search and rescue, or power generation (2013‐B16, 2009‐B6, 2007‐B22, 2005‐B14, 2003‐B14, 2003‐LR3, 2001‐B23). (11)TITLE: Disposal of Yard Waste SPONSOR: Peachland Whereas burning of yard waste is no longer an option for municipalities; And whereas disposing of yard waste at landfills is both cost prohibitive and not environmentally friendly; And whereas the cost of composting yard waste is prohibitive without a reliable end‐user market; NOW Therefore be it resolved that UBCM request that the Ministry of Environment provide communities with a solution based way to facilitate the disposal of yard waste. SILGA Recommendation: no recommendation UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has not previously considered a resolution requesting assistance from the provincial Ministry of Environment to develop solutions for disposal of yard waste. (12)TITLE: Watershed Protection SPONSOR: Peachland Whereas it has long been recognized that water is a public trust, and the protection and control of local water resources requires adequate tools to enable local authorities to enact measures for protection of watersheds; And whereas the modernization of the Water Act has not yet progressed to a point where regulations are in place to enable local authorities to enact such measures necessary in order to adequately protect their watersheds; Therefore be it resolved that UBCM request that the Ministry of Environment expedite the necessary steps to create regulations that will establish an increased local role in key decision making in matters affecting the health and protection of watersheds, including the right for local watershed authorities to be the agencies responsible for approvals and controls of activities in watersheds. SILGA Recommendation: endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership endorsed the same resolution in 2015, from the same sponsor. Resolution 2015‐
B32 called on the Province to mandate through regulation “an increased local role in key decision making in matters affecting the health and protection of watersheds, including the right for local watershed authorities to be the agencies responsible for approvals and controls of activities in watersheds.” UBCM understands that the new Water Sustainability Act and regulations came into force as of February 29, 2016. Members endorsed resolution 2014‐B88, which in part requested that the provincial government ensure that the new Water Sustainability Act: 
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increases the local role in key decisions affecting the health of watersheds; and establishes a meaningful role for local government, First Nations, and local watershed authorities regarding approvals and control. In response to the 2014 resolution the Province indicated that provisions of the new Act would “enable plans to be developed and implemented to prevent or address conflicts between water use and ecosystem health,” and that new governance tools would be developed to support this. Overall, the provincial government suggested that the new Act would “allow for greater participation in decision processes.” UBCM is also keenly aware that UBCM members have consistently endorsed resolutions related to protection of community watersheds, including pesticide spraying, logging activities, and requests for greater local authority over what activities take place within a watershed (1988‐A26; 1989‐A18; 1990‐
A17; 1996‐B13; 1998‐B65; 1999‐B63; 2004‐B84; 2004‐B85; 2004‐OF; 2005‐B27; 2006‐B102; 2007‐B26; 2007‐B42; 2007‐B122; 2008‐B27; 2008‐B35; 2009‐B136; 2010‐B26; 2010‐B81; 2010‐B85; 2010‐B88; 2011‐B43; 2011‐B96; 2011‐B129; 2011‐B152; 2012‐B24; 2012‐B77; 2012‐B118; 2012‐B119; 2012‐B120). See also a related resolution from Spallumcheen. (13)TITLE: Aquifer/Water Source Protection SPONSOR: Spallumcheen Whereas there are many communities with highly sensitive, vulnerable aquifers and waterbodies that may be negatively impacted from intensive farming and other uses; And whereas protecting our existing and future water sources are of the utmost importance; Therefore be it resolved that the Union of British Columbia Municipalities lobby the provincial government to require mandatory environmental farm plans, including soil testing and that communities be allowed to limit uses in areas with sensitive vulnerable aquifers and waterbodies. SILGA Recommendation: no recommendation UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has not previously considered a resolution calling on the provincial government to protect water sources from intensive farming by requiring environmental farm plans and soil testing, and authorizing local governments to limit land uses in areas with vulnerable aquifers and water sources. However, UBCM would note that members have consistently endorsed resolutions seeking protection of community watersheds (1988‐A26; 1989‐A18; 1990‐A17; 1996‐B13; 1998‐B65; 1999‐B63; 2004‐B84; 2004‐B85; 2004‐OF; 2005‐B27; 2006‐B102; 2007‐B26; 2007‐B42; 2007‐B122; 2008‐B27; 2008‐B35; 2009‐
B136; 2010‐B26; 2010‐B81; 2010‐B85; 2010‐B88; 2011‐B43; 2011‐B96; 2011‐B129; 2011‐B152; 2012‐
B24; 2012‐B77; 2012‐B118; 2012‐B119; 2012‐B120; 2014‐B88; 2015‐B32). See also a related resolution from Peachland. (14)TITLE: MINES ACT PERMIT NOTIFICATION SPONSOR: Lake Country Whereas approvals under the Mines Act have the potential to be highly impactful to communities making notification of all Mines Act applications to the public critical; And whereas the Mines Act currently grants discretion to the Regional Manager to determine if newspaper notification is necessary; And whereas some Mines Act applications are only advertised in regional newspapers, when local publications within the affected community are available; Therefore be it resolved THAT the Provincial government be requested to update Mines Act requirements such that newspaper notification be required for all applications, in a newspaper publication based within the affected community, should one exist. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has not previously considered a resolution requesting that the Province amend the Mines Act specifically to require all applicants under the Act to publish official notice of application in a newspaper local to the affected community. However, members have endorsed resolutions calling for improved communication and greater consultation with local governments with regard to mining applications, and for the Province to consider whether applications align with official community plans (2015‐B34, 2014‐B116, 2009‐B43, 2006‐B39). (15)TITLE: Meat to Table SPONSOR: Clearwater Whereas there are not enough Class A government regulated beef slaughtering facilities available to meet the demands of the butchering needs for livestock farmers in the Southern Interior; and Whereas in order to increase local food security, the sustainability and capacity of the local livestock producers by allowing local farmers the ability to slaughter onsite and sell to local farmer’s markets within their regional district; Therefore be it resolved that UBCM urge the province to change the policy on allowing unlimited Class E licenses and a minimum number of Class D licenses (market driven) for local livestock producers to operate in areas within the Southern Interior Local Government Management region. SILGA Recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership endorsed resolution 2010‐B39, which requested that the provincial government tailor the Meat Inspection Regulations “to allow local, and/or mobile small‐scale abattoir facilities to operate under less stringent facility regulations without lowering health and safety standards, without the requirements for a meat inspector on site when slaughtering, and that any meat processed in such a manner will be allowed to be sold locally to the public.” Members have in general advocated for measures in the Meat Inspection Regulation to support local, small‐scale operators and producers, and facilitate farm gate sales (2009‐B133, 2008‐A2). UBCM would suggest that the shortage of slaughtering facilities in the southern interior of BC is a regional issue, therefore advocacy on the issue would best be pursued by the area association. (16)TITLE: Integrity Commissioner for Local Government SPONSOR: Kelowna Whereas the current legislative tools available to local government in British Columbia regarding matters of questionable conduct and breaches of code of conduct of elected officials result in expensive quasi‐judicial processes eroding public confidence, strained internal relationships, and produce limited viable outcomes; And whereas elected officials in local government do not have access to independent advice regarding conflict of interest or other matters related to Codes of Conduct, nor an effective process to objectively resolve contraventions, accusations or public complaints; Therefore be it resolved that UBCM lobby the Provincial Government to enact enabling legislation that would empower local governments with the ability to appoint local independent Integrity Commissioners who would serve the public and elected officials in an advisory, educational and investigative role in the application and enforcement of Codes of Conduct. SILGA Recommendation: No recommendation UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has not previously considered a resolution calling on the provincial government to empower local governments to appoint a local integrity commissioner to provide advice, education, investigation and enforcement of elected official codes of conduct. (17)TITLE: Timing of Ministry Approval of Zoning Bylaws SPONSOR: West Kelowna Whereas the Local Government Act (LGA) permits a council to adopt a zoning bylaw at the same meeting at which the bylaw passes third reading (despite the requirements of the Community Charter) providing local governments the ability to streamline zoning application approvals; And whereas this LGA provision is frustrated by the legislative requirement that ministerial approvals must be obtained after third reading and before adoption slowing the process and timely response to the development community: Therefore be it resolved that the Union of BC Municipalities lobby the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development to amend the Local Government Act to allow ministerial approvals for zoning bylaws to be obtained after Public Hearing and before adoption. SILGA recommendation: Endorse UBCM comments: The UBCM membership has not previously considered a resolution requesting amendments to the Local Government Act to allow ministerial approvals for zoning bylaws to be obtained after public hearing and before adoption. SOUTHERN INTERIOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION CONSTITUTION
1.
NAME AND PURPOSE
The organization shall be known for all purposes, as the Southern Interior Local
Government Association. This Association is a body formed for the purpose of
representing in one organization, the various local governments of the Southern Interior
area.
2.
3.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
2.1
To enhance and provide the format to improve and refine the quality and level of
service provided by local government to its citizens.
2.2
To support and advance to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM)
on behalf of the membership proposed changes in legislation, regulations or
Government policy.
2.3
To coordinate communications between Members and the other Local
Government Associations.
2.4
To educate and assist members in the provision of good government for our
citizens.
2.5
To hold meetings to promote the aims and objectives of the above.
MEMBERSHIP
3.1
All cities, towns, villages and district municipalities and regional districts within the
Okanagan, Thompson-Nicola, Columbia, Shuswap and Similkameen Valleys and
Lillooet are eligible for membership in the Association.
As of May 2007 AGM
SOUTHERN INTERIOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS
BYLAWS
1.
INTERPRETATION
Unless the context otherwise requires:
2.
3.
"Association"
shall mean the Southern
Association (SILGA);
Interior
Local
Government
"Bylaw"
shall mean a Bylaw of the Association;
"Executive"
shall mean the President, First Vice-President, Second VicePresident, Immediate Past President and seven (7) Member
Representatives of the Association, one of whom must be an
Electoral Area Director of a regional district, all of whom are
elected annually at the Annual Meeting;
"Life Member"
shall mean an individual appointed to Life Membership;
“Member"
shall mean a local government established within the
membership area defined in Part 1 which has paid the
assessed membership dues for the current year;
“Member Representative"
shall mean an elected official, currently in office, of a
Member;
"Officers"
shall mean the President, First Vice-President, Second VicePresident, Immediate Past President and SecretaryTreasurer.
MEMBERSHIP
2.1
All local governments of the area defined in the Association's Constitution shall be
eligible for and obtain membership status in the Association upon payment of the
annual membership dues set by the Association.
2.2
Every Member and Member Representative shall comply with the Bylaws of the
Association and its rules and policies.
LIFE MEMBERSHIP
3.1
Life Memberships may be granted by the Executive to persons who have held
elected municipal or regional district office, by way of certificate.
3.2
Any Member Representative of the Association may present to the Executive
names of persons for consideration of Life Memberships.
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3.
4.
LIFE MEMBERSHIP - cont’d
3.3
The person being presented a Life Membership shall be so advised by the
President.
3.4
All Life Membership Certificates shall be presented at the Annual Meeting after the
installation of the President-Elect.
3.5
Life Members who are not elected officials, currently in office, of a Member shall
not be entitled to vote.
3.6
Annual and registration fees of Life Members shall be waived for those Life
Members no longer serving as elected officials.
3.7
All Past Presidents of the Association shall be Life Members.
OFFICERS
4.1
The Officers of the Association shall consist of a President, First Vice-President,
Second Vice-President, Immediate Past President and the Secretary-Treasurer.
4.2
The Secretary Treasurer will be the Executive Director of SILGA, to be employed
and paid a salary in an amount and on employment terms and conditions
authorized by unanimous decision of the directors.
4.3
For those vacancies on the SILGA Executive Board created as a result of an
Executive Member vacancy:
1. The First Vice-President shall assume the office of President.
2. The Second Vice-President shall assume the office of First Vice-President;
3. Director at Large positions are to be advertised and appointed by the
Executive Board on an interim basis until the next Annual General Meeting.
4.4
5.
The President of the Association shall be the Association's appointee to the
Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) Executive. At the President's
discretion, a member of the Executive may be designated as the appointee to the
UBCM. The Association’s appointee to the UBCM Executive will remain as the
UBCM representative until the next UBCM Annual General Meeting.
EXECUTIVE
5.1
The Executive shall consist of the immediate Past President, the President, the
First Vice-President, Second Vice-President and seven (7) Members
Representatives of the Association, at least one of whom must be an Electoral
Area Director of a Regional District.
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6.
5.
EXECUTIVE - cont’d
5.2
The Executive, with the exception of the Past President, shall be elected from
among the Member Representatives at the Annual Meeting, and Executive
members shall assume their respective positions immediately prior to the
adjournment of the Annual Meeting at which they are elected.
5.3
The Term of Office for the Executive, except for the Past President, shall be for a
one year term. The President may not serve more than two consecutive terms in
that office. Upon expiration of his or her term as President, the individual
automatically takes the position of Past President, and holds that position until
the next President is replaced at an Annual Meeting.
5.4
In the event of a vacancy occurring in the Executive, such vacancy may be filled
by a vote of the Executive only until the next Annual Meeting.
5.5
Except for the office of Immediate Past President, all members of the Executive,
including Officers, shall hold office only so long as they remain elected
representatives of their Municipality or Regional District. If a person holding the
office of Immediate Past President ceases to be an elected representative of a
member of the Association, such person shall only hold the office for the
remainder of the current term.
5.6
A quorum at Executive meetings shall be a majority of the Executive members
holding office.
5.7
The President shall recommend all committees, which will be ratified by the
Board.
DUTIES
6.1
The Executive shall manage the affairs of the Association between Annual
Meetings and shall report thereon at the next Annual Meeting of the Association.
6.2
The Executive shall have the duty to support and advance the will of the
Association as expressed by resolution at any of its meetings.
6.3
The Executive shall have the power to incur such ordinary expenses, including
reasonable expenses incurred by the Executive themselves in carrying out their
responsibilities, as may become necessary to carry out the business of the
Association between Annual and Extraordinary Meetings.
6.4
The Executive shall meet at least four times per year and more often as
requested by the President or three other Officers or Directors of the Executive.
6.5
The notice requirements for meetings of the Executive, shall be the same as
those contained in Section 8.4.
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7.
NOMINATIONS AND ELECTION OF EXECUTIVE
7.1
The President shall appoint a Nominating Committee. The Committee shall
consist of up to three (3) Member Representatives, one of whom shall be a Past
President.
7.2
The Chair of the Nominating Committee shall be the Immediate Past President
unless that position is vacant, in which case that role shall:
1.
2.
be appointed by the Executive Board with consideration to a previous
Past President; and
not be a member of the Executive Board.
7.3
The Nominating Committee shall submit a proposed slate of Executive to the
Annual Meeting for consideration.
7.4
All Member Representatives shall be eligible to stand for election to the
Executive, except that those wishing to stand for, or hold, the position of
Regional District Director must be an Electoral Area Director of a regional district.
7.5
If an election is required it will be conducted by a secret ballot, and ballots shall
be destroyed by resolution of the delegates following the declaration of the
successful candidate for office or directorship.
7.6
In the event of an equality of votes between two candidates, the successful
Executive candidate will be chosen by lot between those two candidates. The
name of each candidate will be written on a separate piece of paper, folded in
such a way that the names of the candidates are not visible and placed in a
container and shaken. One piece of paper will be withdrawn by the Chair of the
Nominating Committee and that person declared the winning candidate.
7.7
The Chair of the Nominating Committee shall present the Nominating
Committee's candidates to the Association, and the Chair of the Nominating
Committee will preside over the election process.
7.8
If the Chair of the Nominating Committee is unable to act, the Executive shall
appoint a Member Representative, Officer or Director to undertake the duties and
responsibilities as Chair of the Nominating Committee and preside at the
election.
7.9
The Secretary-Treasurer shall serve as the "Returning Officer" and may appoint
other staff members in attendance to assist with the election.
7.10
The election of Officers to the Executive Board shall be held on the afternoon of
the second day and that of Directors at Large on the morning of the third day of
the Annual Convention. Furthermore that the vote for Table Officer positions be
conducted separately from the Director at Large positions.
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8.
9.
MEETINGS OF THE MEMBERS
8.1
One of the Vice-Presidents shall preside at all meetings in the absence of the
President.
8.2
One general meeting shall be held every year in the month of April or May which
shall be known as the Annual Meeting.
8.3
Extraordinary Meetings, which shall be any meetings of the members other than
the Annual Meeting, may be called by the President, or in the absence of the
President by one of the Vice-Presidents or by a majority of the Executive, and the
business of that meeting shall be restricted to the business specified in the
notice.
8.4
Fourteen (14) days notice of Extraordinary Meetings shall be given to Association
Members.
8.5
The location of the Annual Meeting shall be determined by ordinary resolution at
an Annual Meeting 2 years in advance. The dates of the next meeting shall be
fixed by the Executive, and at least ninety (90) days notice of such a meeting
shall be given to the Association Members.
8.6
A quorum shall be twenty (20) Members present at the Annual Meeting and
Extraordinary Meetings.
8.7
All elected officials of a Member municipality or regional board shall be entitled
as the Member Representatives to have a voice and vote at the Annual or
Extraordinary Meetings of the Association.
8.8
There shall be no proxy voting, and each Member Representative present at the
meeting shall be entitled to one vote per question.
8.9
The Clerk, Secretary-Treasurer and/or Chief Administrative Officer of the
Member local governments shall be entitled to attend the meetings but shall not
be entitled to vote, nor to address matters placed before the Association unless
requested to do so by the President.
8.10
All matters placed before a meeting of the Association or Executive, shall be
resolved by a simple majority vote, except for amendments to the Constitution,
Bylaws and annual dues which shall require an affirmative three-fifths (60%) vote
of the Member Representatives present at the meeting.
FINANCES
9.1
The fiscal year end of the Association shall be December 31st.
9.2
The President or their designate, the Secretary-Treasurer and one other member
of the Executive appointed by the Executive shall be signing authorities for the
Association. Any two of the above-named are authorized to sign all documents
and cheques for the Association.
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10.
9.3
The Executive shall prepare or cause to be prepared an operating budget for the
next fiscal year, along with a financial plan for the next 5 fiscal years, for
presentation to, and approval by, the Member Representatives at the Annual
Meeting.
9.4
The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a Financial Statement to be presented by
a member of the Executive at the Annual Meeting.
9.5
Expenditures deemed to be extraordinary and beyond the scope of ordinary
expenses under the usual authority of the Executive shall be referred to, and
approved by, the Member Representatives of the Association in attendance at
the Annual or Extraordinary Meeting at which the proposed expenditures were
presented. If the expenditure is approved, a special levy will be assessed equally
amongst all Members, if required.
9.6
Dues requisitions for each year shall be sent to Members on or before April 1st
and shall be payable on or before July 1st of the same year. Member
Representatives of Members whose dues are in arrears are not eligible to speak
or vote at any meeting of the Association or to sit on the Executive Committee.
9.7
Changes to annual membership dues shall be determined by resolution
(requiring a three-fifths (60%) majority) at an Annual Meeting of the Association
and shall remain fixed until a further change is adopted by the membership. The
current membership dues rate is attached hereto as Schedule "A".
9.8
A review engagement report will be prepared each year.
SUBMISSION OF ANNUAL MEETING RESOLUTIONS
10.1
Notice of the `Call for Resolutions' for the next Annual Meeting shall be given to
all Members in January each year.
10.2
The President shall appoint a Resolutions Committee of three (3) members of the
Executive at least sixty (60) days prior to the Annual Meeting.
10.3
It shall be the duty of the Resolutions Committee to examine, comment and
make recommendations on all resolutions submitted in response to the “Call for
Resolutions” for the Annual Meeting.
10.4
Resolutions Submitted Prior to the Annual Meeting
(1)
Each resolution shall be prepared on a separate sheet of 8½ " by 11"
paper under the name of the sponsoring Member local government and
shall bear a short descriptive title
(2)
Each resolution shall be endorsed by the sponsoring Member's Municipal
Council or Regional Board;
(3)
Each resolution should be received by the Secretary-Treasurer no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the Annual Meeting;
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10.5
10.6
11.
(4)
Each resolution should be relative to regional issues and should not
pertain to a finite local interest. Background information should be
provided to support the resolution;
(5)
At least two weeks prior to the annual meeting, the Secretary-Treasurer
shall circulate all resolutions submitted in response to the "Call for
Resolutions" to all members.
Late Resolutions
(1)
Late resolutions may only be introduced if received by the Resolutions
Committee Chair at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the
commencement of an Annual Meeting, providing that enough copies are
supplied in order that they may be circulated to all Member
Representatives at the Meeting Registration Desk at the time of
registration and provided that a resolution to allow its debate receives an
affirmative vote of three-fifths (60%) of the Member Representatives in
attendance at the meeting;
(2)
Late resolutions will be reviewed by the Resolutions Committee prior to
the Meeting and only those of a subject matter which could not have been
submitted by the normal deadline date outlined in section 10.4 will be
considered.
The Executive will have the resolutions printed and circulated to Member
Representatives in the Annual Meeting Member Representatives' packets.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS
11.1
The Chair of the Resolutions Committee shall introduce each submitted
resolution and call for discussions from the floor. The resolution will after reading
be properly before the Convention and will not require a mover or a seconder.
11.2
Any amendment and any motion to withdraw any resolution from consideration of
the meeting must be moved and seconded from the floor.
11.3
Voting on resolutions shall be by show of voting card and the Chair's decision as
to whether a motion is won or lost shall be final. Any member may call for or
demand a count and, if seconded, the Chair must put the question on ordering a
count.
11.4
Any resolution that has been voted on may be reconsidered at the same meeting
provided that the Member Representatives present agree by a majority vote of
60% of those in attendance at the meeting that the reconsideration is warranted
because of additional or clarifying information having come to the attention that is
directly relevant to the decisions of the Member Representatives in casting their
votes. A resolution may only be reconsidered once. A resolution to be
reconsidered may only be brought to the floor after all other resolutions have
been considered.
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11.5
12.
AMENDMENTS TO CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS
12.1
12.2
13.
It is understood that any member of the Association may submit a resolution
direct to UBCM without endorsation of the Association.
Where amendments are proposed to the Constitution and Bylaws, the following
procedures shall apply:
(1)
all proposed amendments will be submitted to the Secretary-Treasurer
who will present them to the Executive;
(2)
the proposed amendments after review by the Executive shall be
submitted to the Member Representatives of the Members of the
Association at its Annual General Meeting;
(3)
the Secretary-Treasurer shall provide not less than sixty (60) days notice
to the Members of the Association of the proposed amendments to the
Constitution and Bylaws; and
(4)
amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws will be decided by an
affirmative vote of three-fifths (60%) of the Member Representatives in
attendance at the meeting.
Policies and Rules
(1)
The Association may from time to time adopt policies or implement rules
which will become binding on the Members and their Member
Representatives;
(2)
The Secretary-Treasurer shall maintain a Policy Book which will include
the policies adopted or the rules implemented by the Association. The
Policy Book shall be open to review by all Members of the Association
and their Member Representatives.
RULES OF PROCEDURE
13.1
At all times and unless contrary to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Association
or policies or rules adopted pursuant to section 12.2, the most recent edition of
Roberts Rules of Order shall be the applicable rules of procedure at all meetings
of the Association.
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APPENDIX “A” TO SECTION 9.7
SCHEDULE “A”
The rate of Annual Dues for membership in the Southern Interior Local Government Association
(SILGA) is $100.00 plus $0.02 per capita (based on most recently available Statistics Canada
census information) in 2003, and shall be increased to $150.00 plus $0.03 per capita (based on
most recently available Statistics Canada census information) in 2004 and thereafter. This rate
will be increased by 10% on the total amount for 2012.
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POLICY MANUAL
Policy No. 1
Page No. 1 of 1
RE:
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Meeting Location (October 16, 2003)
Executive meetings are to be rotated among member municipalities with the Annual
General Meeting always being held at the annual convention.
Invite Local Politicians to Attend Executive Meetings (October 16, 2003)
When Executive Committee Meetings are held, Mayors, Councillors and Regional Board
Directors who live in the area where the Executive Meeting is held are invited to bring
greetings from the community and discuss issues, or share successes; with one
spokesperson being provided 20 minutes.
POLICY MANUAL
Policy No. 2
Page No. 1 of 1
RE:
COMMUNICATING SILGA INFORMATION
To SILGA Membership (October 16, 2003)
All communications from the SILGA Executive are to be forwarded to the member Local
Governments for distribution to all members.
To UBCM (October 16, 2003)
Copies of the SILGA newsletters are to be sent to UBCM and posted on the SILGA
website.
To SILGA (October 16, 2003)
Correspondence directed to SILGA to be circulated to the Executive at the next
Executive Meeting.
POLICY MANUAL
June, 2013 amended
Policy No. 3
Page No. 1 of 2
RE:
ANNUAL CONFERENCE / GENERAL MEETING
Resolutions Supported by SILGA (October 16, 2003)
Resolutions supported by SILGA to be sent directly to the Respective Ministers, when
appropriate.
Hotel Rooms for Executive Committee (October 16, 2003)
Hotel rooms will be booked for the members of the Executive Committee in connection
with the annual convention of the Association; however, the costs of the rooms will be
borne by the individual Executive member of the local government they represent. The
matter of expenses paid for spouses is left up to each local government.
Convention Bid (May 3, 2007)
Letters of bid for hosting a convention should be provided two (2) years in advance. The
budget and proposed agenda for the annual conference shall be prepared by the host
local government in a form acceptable to the Executive and submitted four months in
advance. The SILGA Convention Host Community is allowed to retain the first $10,000
of surplus funds generated as an administrative fee. The balance of the surplus funds
generated by the annual conference is to be transferred to the Southern Interior Local
Government Association. If the Host Community is projecting an operating deficit for the
Conference, then the Host Community must have the approval of the SILGA Executive
in advance of the conference.
Election of Executive Committee (October 16, 2003)
If, at the close of the annual convention, there are not sufficient members elected to the
Executive to constitute a quorum, the local government who has the President as one of
its members shall be responsible to find sufficient members to serve on the Executive. If
there is no President, the local government currently responsible for providing
administrative arrangements to the Executive shall have the responsibility to find
sufficient members to serve.
Convention Host Committee Meetings (June 7, 2013)
SILGA Executive Director will attend all host committee convention meetings to provide
expertise and guidance, either in person or by telephone, on organizational and financial
matters.
RE:
ANNUAL CONFERENCE / GENERAL MEETING
Complimentary Convention Registration (May 3, 2007)
The following individuals shall receive complimentary convention registrations:
1)
2)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
NOTE:
Prime Minister
Life Members (no longer in office);
Cabinet Ministers;
Members of the Legislative Assembly;
British Columbia Members of Parliament;
Fraternal Associations – the President or designate of:
 UBCM;
 Federation of Canadian Municipalities;
 Other British Columbia area associations where reciprocal
privileges are extended by those associations.
Corporate sponsors
Life Members and other complimentary registrants are required to pay
their own travel and accommodation expenses plus registration, travel
and accommodation expenses for their partner.
SILGA Executive Photograph (December 7, 2005)
A group photograph of the SILGA Executive shall be taken annually during the Annual
General Meeting.
POLICY MANUAL
Policy No. 4
Page No. 1 of 1
RE:
UBCM CONVENTION
SILGA Luncheon Meeting (October 16, 2003)
The SILGA Executive to arrange for an information general discussion luncheon meeting
with the SILGA membership at the annual UBCM Convention. The UBCM Executive to
be requested to leave time on the agenda for area association luncheons.
POLICY MANUAL
Policy No. 5
Page No. 1 of 1
RE:
TRAVEL EXPENSES POLICY (August 30, 2013)
POLICY STATEMENT:
It is the policy of SILGA to reimburse members of the Executive, committees, staff and
other members approved by the Executive who are requested to represent SILGA, for the
cost of travel, accommodation, meals and out of pocket expenses incurred in the course
of such representation.
POLICY BACKGROUND:
The work of the Executive, committees and staff frequently requires individuals to travel
away from their domicile to attend meetings. SILGA assumes the responsibility for travel
expenses incurred when members are requested by SILGA to travel on behalf of the
Association. SILGA holds the belief that voluntary participation in business carries with it
the expectation that an individual agrees to contribute time as a volunteer and, as is
reasonable, will arrange his or her affairs to minimize claims. Consistent with this, it is
anticipated that individuals will not submit claims for honorarium or expenses if they are
being compensated by an employer for time spent on business or expenses associated
with this.
POLICY GOAL:
It is the goal of this policy to reimburse members for expenses incurred while
representing SILGA at the request of the Executive.
POLICY OBJECTIVES:
1.
Transportation:
 To pay compensation for air travel at the lowest available air fare; or
 To pay compensation for the use of private vehicles at the rate
equivalent to that paid by the Province of British Columbia1, to a
maximum of the lowest economy air fare.
 Only the driver is entitled to reimbursement for car mileage; the driver
must submit the names of the passengers with the expense account.
2.
Accommodation (due to weather conditions/distance travelled/
other circumstances):
 To pay compensation for hotel rooms at cost and with a receipt required;
or
 For private accommodation, in lieu of commercial accommodation, an
allowance of $30.00 per night may be claimed (no receipts required).
3.
Per Diem Honorarium:
 For all Executive and Executive Committee Meetings, an honorarium of
$100.00 per day will be paid.
 For the board chair or designate, when representing SILGA at nonSILGA functions.
 For all other travel authorized by the Board an allowance of $100.00 per
day will be paid.
 For all other travel authorized by the Board, an allowance of $50.00 per
half day will be paid. 2
1
2
February 23, 2005
half day defined as four (4) hours or less which includes travel time.
Note: An honorarium, which is taxable income, is available to persons for time spent on
SILGA business. The purpose of the honorarium is to compensate for presumed costs
such as loss of self-employed income, dependent care or loss of casual work. Receipts
are not required, but claimants are expected to consider the purpose of the honorarium
provision when making a claim.
4.
Other Expenses: (March 18, 2009)
 For all meetings and other authorized travel where required meals are
not provided at the event, compensation for meals will be as follows:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
$15 including tips and tax
On the date of departure, travel must start before 7:00 am to claim breakfast; before
12:00 noon to claim lunch; and, on the date or return, travel must end after 6:00 pm to
claim dinner.

All other expenses occurred for hospitality expenses and other nonspecified expenses shall be reimbursed at cost when receipts are
provided, subject to Executive approval.
POLICY MANUAL
Policy No. 6
Page No. 1 of 1
RE:
MISCELLANEOUS POLICIES
Administrative Files (April 29, 2009)
The SILGA files are to be kept at the office of the Secretary Treasurer.
Administrative Support Fee (April 29, 2009)
The Secretary Treasurer will handle all administrative duties for SILGA. Payment will be
on a contract basis.
Audit of Financial Statements (May 3, 2007)
To pay for an annual independent audit of the financial statements.
Requests for Support of Special Interest Groups (October 16, 2003)
Organizations requesting SILGA’s support in lobbying senior government on a matter to
be told that it is not SILGA’s policy to support and lobby on behalf of special interest
and/or business groups.
Website (October 16, 2003)
A reasonable monthly amount will be paid for maintenance fees for the SILGA website.
POLICY MANUAL
Policy No. 7
Page No. 1 of 1
RE:
CENTENNIAL RECOGNITION OF MEMBER MUNCIPALITIES
(September 10, 2008)
1. Each member community will be listed on the SILGA website with links to the
community’s website at no charge to the member community.
2. There will be a letter of congratulations sent from the President of SILGA.
3. A gift will be purchased and presented to the member community recognizing
this momentous achievement. Gift examples are plaques, clocks.
4. All costs related to the purchase will be the responsibility of SILGA.
5. Costs will not exceed $500.
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10 Thursday Banquet
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12 Downtown Walking Tour
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13 Glenmore Landfill Tour
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14 Mission Sports Complex Tour
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15 Bylaw Enforcement
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16 Legal - Privacy Laws
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17 Mission Creek Restoration
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18 Water Symposium
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19 Mining Breakfast Session
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20 BC Assessment
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21 ALC Update
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24 Ethical Conduct
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25 Fiscal Infrastructure Funding
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26 Minister Speeches
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