Tonight's council meeting includes a dedicated Public Input Period - your chance to speak directly to elected officials about issues that matter to you and your community.

📋 Public Input Period is scheduled as item (2) on tonight's agenda - your opportunity to address council during the official meeting.

When: Monday, October 20, 2025 - immediately following the Public Hearing

Where: Rossland Council Chambers, 1920 Third Avenue

How to Participate: Attend the meeting and wait for the Public Input Period to be called (item 2 on the agenda).

The Trail and Greater District RCMP has released their Q3 2025 statistics report, giving residents a transparent look at crime trends, police response times, and community safety efforts in our area.

The Trail and Greater District RCMP Statistics report for Q3 2025 has been provided to Council as part of the "For Information Only" items, giving the community access to police service data and statistics.

Next Steps: This quarterly report was presented at the October 20, 2025 Council meeting for public transparency. Residents can access full RCMP statistics through the City website and attend future council meetings to stay informed about community safety trends and police services.

Community organizers are seeking Rossland's help to Rekindle the Spirit of Christmas this December. The festive event needs City electrical supply and sidewalk space to bring holiday magic to downtown.

Council decides October 20th following the Public Hearing at Rossland Council Chambers (1920 Third Avenue). Event organizers need approval to finalize December 6th planning.

Want to weigh in? Attend the meeting or contact Council before the vote.

🌲 Council backs community effort to pause Record Ridge mining permits

After hearing from the Save Record Ridge Action Committee, Rossland Council voted to request government halt new permits for the proposed West High Yield Magnesium Mine until a judicial review is completed.

Next Steps:

• Staff will send formal request to provincial government
• Judicial review process continues through courts
• Save Record Ridge Action Committee continues their legal challenge

From October 6, 2025 Council meeting

Council Action:

Council voted to direct staff to send correspondence requesting a pause on issuing additional permits for the West High Yield Magnesium Mine until the judicial review is completed.

Motion by Councillor Provencal - Carried

Your voice matters in local decisions! Every Council meeting includes a dedicated time for residents to speak directly to your elected officials about issues that matter to you and your community.

Rossland is proposing sweeping changes to how local nonprofits and community groups receive city funding. The new policy would create a unified application system, eliminate most tax exemptions, and establish stricter evaluation criteria for the $366,284 in annual community support.

Council Decision: October 20, 2025 at Rossland Council Chambers (1920 Third Avenue) immediately following the Public Hearing. 2026 Transition: Current funding applications due November 21, 2025. New unified system starts in 2026 for 2027 funding decisions. Public input welcomed before the vote.

Rossland Council is deciding which organizations will receive property tax exemptions next year - saving them money while other taxpayers cover the difference.

📋 Council will adopt Bylaw No. 2853 for 2026 permissive tax exemptions affecting qualifying organizations.

Meeting: October 20, 2025 at Rossland Council Chambers (1920 Third Avenue) to adopt Bylaw No. 2853.

The Trail and Greater District RCMP has released their third quarter statistics for 2025, giving Rossland residents a clear picture of public safety trends in our community. These quarterly reports help citizens understand local crime patterns and police activity.

Two major mining companies are merging, and they want Rossland Council to write a letter supporting the deal to Canada's Minister of Industry. But what's in it for our community?

Council Decision Made: October 6, 2025 meeting - motion carried. Support letter will be sent to Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry. Next regular council meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 12, 2026.

A Rossland resident is asking important questions about how the McLeod Avenue retaining wall project will impact neighborhood access and parking. These are the kinds of practical concerns that affect daily life for residents.

🏃‍♀️ A Rossland resident is asking Council for transparency on when the Recreation Master Plan Implementation Committee will present their progress and recommendations to the public.

This was asked at the October 6, 2025 Council meeting. Residents can attend future Council meetings to hear when the Recreation Committee will present, or contact City Hall for updates on the presentation schedule.

🇨🇦 Should downtown close for Remembrance Day?

The Royal Canadian Legion is seeking approval to temporarily close Washington Street for their annual ceremony honoring our veterans and fallen soldiers.

Council will decide on this community request at their upcoming meeting.

📅 Next Steps:

Council will vote on this request at their upcoming meeting. This is your opportunity to:

• Share your thoughts on supporting community remembrance events • Voice concerns about temporary traffic impacts • Show support for veteran recognition in our community

The ceremony would honor all who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

The Rossland Heritage Pool Society stepped up to Council with serious concerns about our community pool's future 💭

Kayle Robson and Sandra Beautain delivered an open letter outlining the challenges facing this beloved facility that serves families, seniors, and swimmers across our community.

Your Voice Matters on Pool Future 🗣️

This presentation shows how community groups can bring concerns directly to Council and offer solutions.

Interested in supporting the pool?

• Attend future Council meetings
• Support local fundraising efforts
• Share your experiences with Council

Community collaboration helps preserve facilities we value! 🏘️

Local residents are raising serious concerns about asbestos hazards at the Record Ridge development project.

The Save Record Ridge Action Committee is asking Council to request the Province delay approvals until proper safety studies are completed.

Why this matters: Asbestos can become airborne during construction, potentially affecting air quality for surrounding neighborhoods.

This is public input - residents speaking up about community safety concerns.

What Council is being asked:

• Send formal correspondence to the Province
• Request delay of development approvals
• Ensure proper asbestos studies completed first

Your voice matters: Council needs to hear from residents on environmental safety issues.

🏡 The Family Action Network is presenting their "Growing Up Here" initiative to Council - a regional project to help rural communities attract and retain working families.

💡 They're proposing tools like a Children's Charter to guide future planning.

📅 Meeting: Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM 🏢 Where: Rossland City Council Chambers

🗣️ Council Decision: Whether to support FAN's regional initiative and provide letters of support for funding applications

👥 Get Involved: Attend to hear about family-friendly planning tools

🏛️ Council is deciding on tax exemptions for local nonprofits

🎭 Arts centre, scouts, childcare, and theatre groups are seeking property tax breaks

💸 Total cost: $106,511 in foregone tax revenue

🤔 The question: Are these community services worth the public investment?

🗺️ Next Steps:

• Council reads the bylaw three times at their next meeting
• Final adoption scheduled for October 2025
• Statutory deadline: October 31st

🗣️ Have Your Say: Attend council meetings or submit written comments about these tax exemptions

📝 These exemptions apply to all taxes, not just municipal - meaning greater savings for the organizations

A business is requesting approval to build a Nordic spa open to the public at 3975 Old Red Mountain Road - complete with saunas, pools, and treatment facilities.

🏛️ Council decides: First & second reading of zoning changes 📅 Your voice matters: Public hearing Oct 20, 2025

This would create 20 jobs but bring more traffic to a residential area.

Location: Surrounded by residential neighbourhoods

Environmental: Two streams with protected riparian setbacks - no development in sensitive areas

Traffic: All parking on-site only, no street parking

Benefits: Tax revenue, tourist amenity near Red Resort

Oversight: Health Authority regulates spa safety, City controls permits

Next Steps: • Council votes on first & second reading (current meeting) • Public Hearing: October 20, 2025 • Final reading after public input

Your Voice Matters: Attend the public hearing to share your views on this zoning change

Key Condition: Building permit only issued after comprehensive infrastructure servicing plan approval

File No. 3360.20/03-2025

🏒 Should Rossland spend $200K to upgrade the Arena Lounge before hosting the BC Winter Games?

With major tournaments coming in 2026, staff want council approval for a complete renovation of the aging facility. The question: Is this the right investment at the right time? 🤔

📅 Council decides at their next meeting

Staff are requesting direction on whether to proceed with this $200K project. If approved, requires competitive bidding process.

🗣️ Your voice matters - Contact council before they vote or attend the public meeting to share your thoughts on arena spending priorities.

The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre is seeking Council's support for a New Horizons for Seniors Grant application. 🎯

This federal grant program funds projects that benefit seniors through cultural programming. The museum wants a letter of support to strengthen their application. 📝

Council will decide whether to endorse this community initiative for Rossland's seniors. 🤝

What Council is Being Asked: Provide a letter of support for the museum's grant application - no city funding required. 📝

Why Letters of Support Matter: Federal grant applications are stronger when they show community backing from local government. 🏢

The Decision: Council will vote on whether to endorse this seniors-focused initiative at the museum. ✅

Next Steps: This motion will be considered at the next Council meeting. 🗓️

How to Participate: • Attend the Council meeting to speak during public input • Submit written comments to Council before the meeting • Contact your councillors directly with your thoughts

Stay Informed: Watch for meeting agendas and updates on the city website. 📱

🎄 Should your tax dollars fund Christmas hampers for families in need?

🎭 What about community events that bring neighbors together?

♿ Or accessibility ramps so everyone can participate in community life?

Council is deciding on $33,900 in grants to local organizations across multiple areas - from emergency equipment to holiday support programs.

📅 Council Meeting: August 27th, 2025

🗳️ Vote Type: Participants Only Weighted Vote

💬 How to Participate:

• Attend the council meeting
• Submit written comments
• Contact your area representative

📍 These grants support organizations across Areas A, E, Village of Midway, Rock Creek & Boundary, and Bridesville