a) Special Meeting - February 14, b) Committee Meeting - February 14, c) Regular Meeting - February 14, 2017.

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1 AGENDA for the Council Meeting to be held on Monday, February 27, 2017 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 1 Mackenzie Boulevard, Mackenzie, BC CALLED TO ORDER 7:15 PM 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES a) Special Meeting - February 14, b) Committee Meeting - February 14, c) Regular Meeting - February 14, INTRODUCTION OF LATE ITEMS a) A resolution is required to add the following late item to the agenda: 9. NEW BUSINESS MLA Mike Morris has asked Mayor Crook to be present in Prince George on Friday, March 3, 2017 for an announcement. Resolution required to cover travel expenses for Mayor Crook to attend the announcement in Prince George on March 3, ADOPTION OF AGENDA 4. PETITIONS AND DELEGATIONS a) Spruce Beetle Report Heather Wiebe, Omineca Spruce Beetle Project Manager, will be present to provide an update to Council regarding the Spruce Beetle issue.

2 b) Public Library Annual Report Anna Babluck, Library Director, will present the Mackenzie Public Library Annual Report to Council. 5. CORRESPONDENCE Motion required to accept all correspondence listed on the agenda. For Action: February 27, 2017 a) Request from the Mackenzie Golf & Country Club for a resolution from Council supporting their grant application to Northern Development Initiative Trust for up to $20,000 to enable the club to replace aging equipment. 13 b) Invoice in the amount of $1, for North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) annual membership dues. (2016 membership dues were $1,826.32). 14 c) Invoice in the amount of $2, for Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) annual membership dues (2016 membership dues were $2,486.53) For Consideration: d) Grant Approval Letter - $1,200 from the Northern Development Initiative Trust for the Love Northern BC Program annual marketing funding. 18 e) Letter from BC-based community groups asking that Council support the Climate Law in our Hands Initiative f) Letter from the Canadian Cancer Society asking that Council support their annual Slopes for Hope cancer fundraising event by contributing a charitable donation to help with advertising and promotion outside the Page 2 of 31

3 region. A donation of $250 was approved twice in the past, in 2014 and February 27, ADMINISTRATION REPORTS a) Contract Disclosure - Chrysalid Tech 25 THAT the report from Administration dated February 20, 2017 be received for information. b) Contract Disclosure - Garden House Bed & Breakfast 26 THAT the report from Administration dated February 20, 2017 be received for information. c) Northern Development Grant Application for the Arena Ice Plant Renewal Project 27 THAT the report from Administration dated February 21, 2017 be received; AND THAT the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust from the District of Mackenzie for a grant of up to $30,000 for the Arena Ice Plant Renewal Project from the Prince George Regional Development Account; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation. d) Northern Development Grant Application for the Mackenzie Trails Groomer Upgrade Project 28 THAT the report from Administration dated February 21, 2017 be received; AND THAT the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust from the District of Mackenzie for a grant of up to $30,000 for the Mackenzie Trails Groomer Upgrade Project from the Prince George Regional Development Account; Page 3 of 31

4 AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application, and if the application is successful, any related documentation. February 27, 2017 e) Northern Development Grant Application for the Aquatic Programming Equipment Upgrades Project THAT the report from Administration dated February 21, 2017 be received; AND THAT the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust from the District of Mackenzie for a grant of up to $30,000 for the Aquatic Programming Equipment Upgrades Project from the Prince George Regional Development Account; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation. 7. COUNCIL REPORTS a) Mayor's Report b) Council Reports 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9. NEW BUSINESS 10. BYLAWS 11. NOTICE OF MOTION 12. COMING EVENTS a) McLeod Lake Indian Band Annual Career Fair Thursday, March 9, 2017 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Mackenzie Secondary School INQUIRIES 14. ADJOURNMENT Page 4 of 31

5 PRIOR TO ADOPTION District of Mackenzie Special Meeting Tuesday, February 14,2017 MINUTES of a Special Meeting of the Council of the District of Mackenzie held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office. PRESENT: Mayor P. Crook Councillor J. Atkinson Councillor A. Barnes Councillor A. Hancock Councillor R. McMeeken Councillor J. Wiens Chief Administrative Officer D. McKinley Chief Financial Officer L. Teggarty Director of Operations K. Gawryluk Director of Recreation Services K. Clarkson Director of Corporate Services D. Smith Firechief J. Guise Public Works General Manager S. Drysdale Legislative Clerk/Executive Assistant D. Dysserinck Legislative Cleric/Executive Assistant D. Ives Legislative Cleric/Executive Assistant E. Kaehn 1. CALL TO ORDER at 5:30 pm Councillor Andy Barnes took the official Oath of Office of Councillor for the District of Mackenzie. 2. PRESENTATION Lisa Teggarty, Chief Financial Officer, presented the 2017 Provisional Annual Budget with a proposed 3% tax increase to all tax classifications. A 3% increase would result in additional revenue to the District of $150,717 for For the average household this would be a tax increase of approximately $23.60 for the current tax year. Mackenzie has the 17th lowest taxes in BC. Mayor Crook asked if any members of the public had any comments or questions regarding the proposed 2017 budget. Rick & Karen Parent asked if there is any additional funding in the budget to repair Ritchie Road in the industrial site. Ms. Teggarty advised that there was not additional funding this year, however Mr. Gawryluk mentioned Public Works is aware of the condition of the road and will be increasing its maintenance in Mitch Mortensen asked why expenditures due to his court case with the District was not shown in the budget. Mayor Crook and Ms. Teggarty advised that the District has various legal fees and for the purpose of this presentation have not been broken down to that level of detail to show each individual case. Page 5 of 31

6 3. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 4. BUSINESS 5. ADJOURNMENT MOVED by Councillor Wiens Adjournment THAT the meeting be adjourned at 6:20pm. I certify the foregoing to be the original true copy of the minutes of the Special Meeting. Signed: Certified Correct: Mayor Corporate Officer Page 6 of 31

7 District of Mackenzie Committee of the Whole Meeting Tuesday, February 14,2017 MINUTES of a Committee of the Whole PRESENT: Mayor P. Crook Meeting of the Council of the District of Councillor J. Atkinson Mackenzie held in the Council Chambers Councillor A. Barnes of the Municipal Office. Councillor D. Forshaw Councillor A. Hancock Councillor R. McMeeken Councillor J. Wiens Chief Administrative Officer D. McKinley Chief Financial Officer L. Teggarty Director of Operations K. Gawiyluk Director of Recreation Services K. Clarkson Director of Corporate Services D. Smith RCMP Sgt. J. Grierson Fire Chief J. Guise Legislative Clerk/Executive Assistant D. Dysserinck Legislative Cleric/Executive Assistant E. Kaehn CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 PM 1. REPORTS Operations MOVED by Councillor Forshaw THAT the Operations reports for the month of January 2017 be received. RCMP MOVED by Mayor Crook THAT the RCMP report for the month of January 2017 be received. Fire MOVED by Councillor Atkinson THAT the Fire report for the month of January 2017 be received. Community Services MOVED by Councillor Wiens THAT the Community Services reports for the month of January 2017 be received. Page 7 of 31

8 Finance MOVED by Councillor Hancock THAT the Finance report for the month of January 2017 be received. 2. OTHER BUSINESS Nil 3. ADJOURNMENT Adjournment MOVED by Councillor Wiens THAT the meeting be adjourned at 7:06pm. I certify the foregoing to be the original true copy of the minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting. Signed: Certified Correct: Councillor McMeeken Corporate Officer Page 8 of 31

9 District of Mackenzie Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, February 14,2017 Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 1 Mackenzie Boulevard, Mackenzie, BC. MINUTES of a Regular Meeting of the PRESENT: Mayor P. Crook Council of the District of Mackenzie Councillor J. Atkinson held in the Council Chambers of the Councillor A. Barnes Municipal Office. Councillor D. Forshaw Councillor A. Hancock Councillor R. McMeeken Councillor J. Wiens Chief Administrative Officer D. McKinley Chief Financial Officer L. Teggarty Director of Operations K. Gawryluk Director of Recreation Services K. Clarkson Director of Corporate Services D. Smith Fire Chief J. Guise Legislative Clerk/Executive Assistant D. Dysserinck Legislative Clerk/Executive Assistant E. Kaehn CALLED TO ORDER: 7:15pm 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES The minutes of the Public Hearing held December 12, 2016 were adopted as presented. The minutes of the Committee Meeting held January 9, 2017 were adopted as presented. The minutes of the Regular Meeting held January 9, 2017 were adopted as presented. The minutes of the Special Meeting held Januaiy 12, 2017 were adopted as presented. 2. INTRODUCTION OF LATE ITEMS Nil 3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA MOVED by Councillor Wiens Adoption of THAT the agenda be adopted as presented. Agenda Page 9 of 31

10 4. PETITIONS AND DELEGATIONS Mackenzie and District Hospital and Health Centre Update Barb Crook, Health Services Administrator, provided an update to Council on health care services and programming in Mackenzie. Seniors Housing Presentation Pat Cowan presented to Council regarding the need for seniors housing within Mackenzie. She requested Council include seniors housing in their future community planning efforts and perform an assessment of the needs of the senior community. CORRESPONDENCE Motion required to accept all correspondence listed on the agenda MOVED by Councillor Wiens Receipt of THAT the correspondence listed in the agenda be received. Correspondence MOVED by Councillor Forshaw Minerals THAT Mayor and Council be authorized to attend the Minerals North Conference to North be held in Prince George on April 25-27, Conference MOVED by Councillor Atkinson BC THAT the District support this initiative by promoting the petition on the District Ambulance website as well as circulating the information to all District employees. Petition 6. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS MOVED by Councillor Wiens 2017 Local THAT the report from Diane Smith, Chief Election Officer, dated January 30, Government 2017 be received for information. By-Election Results Page 10 of 31

11 MOVED by Councillor McMeeken Age Friendly THAT the report from the Accessibility Advisory Committee, dated February 8, 2017 Initiative be received; AND THAT Council endorses the active participation, support, promotion, and work to implement an age-friendly initiative to assess and improve accessibility of older persons andfor the whole community MOVED by Councillor Forshaw Sources of THAT the report from Lisa Teggarty, Chief Financial Officer, dated February 3,2017 Funding - be received; MRC Phase AND THAT Council confirms their agreement to allocate $1 million dollars of Two accumulated surplus relating to the McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest profit Upgrades share to fund the Mackenzie Recreation Centre Phase Two Upgrades; AND THAT Council authorizes the Chief Financial Officer to pursue borrowing options with the MFA (Municipal Finance Authority) to fund the balance of the Recreation Centre Phase Two Upgrades Minerals Exploration Roundup 2017 Report MOVED by Councillor Wiens THAT the report from Diane Smith, Director of Corporate Services, dated February 8, 2017 be receivedfor information Cicada Ball Diamonds Grant Application MOVED by Councillor Wiens THAT the report from Administration, dated February 8, 2017 be received; AND THAT the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust from the District of Mackenzie for a grant of up to $30,000for the Cicada Ball Diamonds Upgrade Phase One Project from the Prince George Regional Development Account; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation. COUNCIL REPORTS Mayor's Report Written Report submitted by Mayor Crook Council Reports Written report submitted by Councillor Wiens. Councillors Atkinson and Hancock provided verbal reports. Page 11 of 31

12 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS MOVED by Councillor Atkinson Adoption of THAT Council approve the 2017 Provisional Budget with a tax increase of 3% in the 2017 municipal tax rate. Provisional Budget 9. NEW BUSINESS Nil 10. BYLAWS Nil 11. NOTICE OF MOTION Nil 12. COMING EVENTS Northern Health Board Meeting February 20, 2017 from 9:15 am to 11:00 am at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre. The Mackenzie Public Library is hosting "A Novel Evening" February 17, 2017 from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm. 13. INQUIRIES JD Mackenzie asked about the timeline for Tse'kliene Greenhouse and Nursery development. D. McKinley, Chief Administi'ative Officer, advised that the funding was approved for a Capital Investment Analysis at this time. 14. ADJOURNMENT MOVED by Councillor Atkinson Adjournment THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:01 pm. I certify the foregoing to be the original true copy of the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting. Mayor Corporate Officer Page 12 of 31

13 /lei District of Mackenzie Bag Mackenzie Blvd Mackenzie, B.C. V0J2C0 Feb 16, 2017 DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE Dear Mayor Crook and Council; I am writing on behalf of the Mackenzie Golf and Country Club to seek your assistance with a grant application we have made to Northern Development Initiative Trust. The club has a plan for upgrades, repairs and regular maintenance, in keeping with our asset management plan. This grant would enable the club to replace aging equipment that is costing a lot in repairs and man hours, and purchase new/used equipment. A resolution to this effect would be greatly appreciated: That, the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust, from the Mackenzie Golf and Country Club, for a grant of up to $20, for the Equipment Replacement Project, from the Community Halls and Recreation Facilities Account. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Sincerely, Aaele Barnes On behalf of Mackenzie Golf and Country Club Page 13 of 31

14 FEB 1 h 2017 DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE Invoice #: 1718 INVOICE January 27, 2017 In account with: District of Mackenzie Bag 340 Mackenzie, BC VOJ 2C0 NCLGA Annual Membership Dues - District of Mackenzie Based on a $ flat fee + 50% population + 50% assessment Total Owing: $1, Please note that effective January 2009, the NCLGA annual membership fee is calculated on a formula of a flat fee + 50% population + 50% assessment; and the flat fee will be determined annually by the Board of Directors as approved by the membership at the General Meeting held September 24, 2008 at the UBCM Convention. Since this method of determining membership dues began in 2009, NCLGA has not increased the total financial request from our members. In order to ensure voting privileges, please pay dues prior to the Annual General Meeting, May2-5 th, Please make cheques payable to: North Central Local Government Association # George Street Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 Page 14 of 31

15 ubcmi UNION OF B.C. MUNICIPALITIES Suite Shellbridge Way Richmond, British Columbia Canada, V6X 2W9 Phone: (604) ubcmoubcm.ca mmmm INVOICE Jan 31, 2017 Ac TO: District of Mackenzie Bag 340 Mackenzie, BC V0J 2C0 FEB M 2017 DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE D-4426 upon receipt 2017 UBCM Annual Dues DESCRIPTION AMOUNT Population: 3,492 Your UBCM dues have been calculated using population estimates (Dec 2016 release) provided by BC STATS, the central statistical agency of the Province of British Columbia, and include a rate increase of 1.75% effective Ian 2017, approved by the UBCM Executive. Annual Dues: First 5,000 population at $2, Next 10,000 at $0.00 Next 15,000 at $0.00 Balance at $0.00 Subtotal: $2, % GST: ( ) $ Total: $2, URCMI u n i o n O F B C MUNICIPALITIES Suite Shellbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X2W9 REMITTANCE PORTION District of Mackenzie Annual UBCM Dues Date: Jan 31, 2017 Invoice # D-4426 TOTAL DUE: $2, AMOUNT ENCLOSED: Please return this portion of invoice with payment. Please do not combine payment of this invoice with any other billing you may receive from UBCM. Thank you. Page 15 of 31

16 UBcrvft' Union of BC Municipalities MEMO January 31, TO: FROM: RE: Local Government Chief Financial Officers Kathleen Spalek, Chief Financial Officer, UBCM 2017 UBCM MEMBERSHIP DUES UBCM President Murry Krause has written to all local councils and regional boards requesting them to consider renewing their membership for 2017 (enclosed). UBCM membership dues are based on Executive Policies The UBCM Executive approved a 1.75% increase in our rates effective January 1, Rates for 2017 are: Population Rate First 5, Next 10, Next 15, Balance Membership dues are calculated on your population, and the population estimates used are those prepared by BC STATS, Ministry of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services, Province of BC (December 2016). We also enclose for your attention our 2017 dues invoice. Should you wish to make electronic payment, please contact our office for direct deposit information (skoivu@ubcm.ca). Please feel free to call me if you have any questions. Ends. 1710/10:t2017-dc Page 16 of 31

17 Inion of BC lunicipalities UBCM U January 31, 2017 Mayor Pat Crook and Council Members District of Mackenzie Bag 340 Mackenzie, BC VOJ 2C0 Dear Mayor and Council Members: Re: UBCM Membership I am writing to invite the District of Mackenzie to renew its membership with the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) for UBCM has served as the voice for local government in British Columbia since Created by local government to serve local government, our policy-based, non-partisan approach to advocacy has made us a trusted representative of our diverse membership. Underpinning the credibility of our organization is the strong support provided by our members. In 2016 we celebrated the 38th successive year that we received 100% support from eligible local governments in B.C. With the support of your Council, our hope is to achieve this same level of support in will provide a range of new challenges and opportunities for local government. Work is already underway to engage the three main parties in advance of next year's election. UBCM also continues to look for opportunities to influence government policy at both the federal and provincial level on a broad range of issues, including housing affordability, marijuana regulation and infrastructure program design. It has been an honour for the Executive and staff of UBCM to work on your behalf this past year. If you have any questions or comments about our work, please contact me. I look forward to your continued support in the coming year. Yours truly, Councillor Murry Krause President, UBCM Shellbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X 2W9 t I f I ubcm.ca Page 17 of Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 0A8 t I f I ubcm.ca a

18 Kqrtkem c Deuebi INITIATIVE February 2, 2017 District of Mackenzie PO Bag 340 Mackenzie, BC VOJ 2C0 TRUST Fifth Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3L2 Tel: Fax: info@northerndevelopment.bc.ca CONFIDENTIAL Attention: Mayor Pat Crook Dear Mayor Crook: Subject: 2017 Love Northern BC Program - Annual Marketing Funding Love Mackenzie Northern Development Project Number Thank you for your application to Northern Development's Love Northern BC program to access $1,200 in annual marketing funding in support of your small independent locally-own businesses participating in Love Mackenzie. Northern Development is pleased to advise you that your application for 2017 has been approved in the amount of $1,200. Enclosed is our cheque. We will require your project report that details how the 2017 annual marketing funds were used to support the small independent locally-own businesses that are participating in Love Mackenzie. This project report must be submitted to our office by January 31 st, 2018 on Northern Development's reporting form. Please be advised that in order to apply for subsequent annual marketing funding through the Love Northern BC program, we will require your completed reporting for the previous year. We will you a copy of the project reporting form in November, and if you have any questions, please contact info(5)northerndevelopment.bc.ca. We wish you every success with your marketing efforts in 2017 and we look forward to supporting you and seeing the results having a positive impact on your local small business based economy. Sincerely, Joel McKay Chief Executive Officer Dean McKinley, Chief Administrative Officer, District of Mackenzie Diane Smith, Director of Corporate Services, District of Mackenzie JEmjlvKaehn. Executive Assistant/Legislative Clerk, District of Mackenzie and Love Mackenzie Community Char Building a Stronger North Page 18 of 31

19 OPEN LETTER TO BC LOCAL GOVERNMENTS ATTN: Mayor & Council, all BC local governments January 25, 2017 Dear Sirs/Mesdames: Re: We must hold fossil fuel companies responsible for climate change FEB DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE Wildfires. Drought. Flooding. Rising sea levels. Climate change is already reshaping and impacting BC communities in profound and frightening ways. As unchecked fossil fuel pollution continues to push global temperatures ever higher, we are frightened for our communities, for communities around the world, and for the world we leave our children. These impacts are still more challenging for vulnerable groups - the poor, Indigenous people, women and children - who are often unable to respond to unexpected weather or other climate impacts. But there is hope. If the fossil fuel companies - whose products are the major drivers of climate change - had to pay even a fraction of the associated climate costs, they would not be able to out-compete renewables and would pivot towards sustainable alternatives without delay. BC communities can play a key role in demanding accountability from the fossil fuel industry for the harm that they are causing our communities, and challenge the myth that the fossil fuel economy can continue business as usual despite the destruction it is causing to our atmosphere. The fossil fuel industry is keen to avoid a conversation about its responsibility for climate change. Just 90 entities - primarily fossil fuel companies - have caused almost 2/3 of human caused greenhouse gas emissions, and just three - Chevron, Exxon Mobil and Saudi Aramco - are responsible for almost 10% 1! Like the tobacco industry before it, Big Oil relies on the perception that individual consumers are responsible for climate change while pocketing billions of dollars in profits from products that they know are disastrous for our atmosphere and communities around the world. 2 BC and Canadian taxpayers will end up paying the costs of climate change in many different ways. But unless our communities demand that fossil fuel companies pay their fair share of these costs, this industry will continue pushing products that the world cannot afford to burn. 1. Heede, R. "Tracing anthropogenic carbon dioxide and methane emissions to fossil fuel and cement producers, Climatic Change (2014) 122: 229. doi: / sl y. See also for emissions figures through to Road-Not-Taken. Page 19 of 31 5 >h^< FRIENDS OF WILD SALMON ' ( v n :.»'.. *' < *'obalaw» <e * WILDERNESS C O M M I T T E E pi-1.' <: F3 LA III"I H<L:i-.ri:i-o LB christians [or Climate justice 1 wildsight Public Health Association of BC Salmon Coast j' iiuinaby Residents Opposing iiuinaby Resident Field Station ^ Kini" ider-morgan Expansion THE Council OF CANADIANS CONSEIL, DESCANADiENS BROKE Fraser Voices FrHnKij the Vat fa Kiittf Cium&i 1 SnUiuUe ihtntki Climate Change in Focus f i r i l rnl i NORTHWEST INSTITUTE SFU3MJ -^mzg^^ BC-Yukon SAANICH INLET NETWORK fmur CLIMATE.CA CANADIAN YOUTH CLIMATE COALITION PACIFICWILD I Georgia Strait Alliance Caring for Our Coastal Wafers DIVESTVICTORIA leadnow. people powered change

20 BC's local governments are well placed to play a global leadership role by demanding accountability. We can come together to start a new global conversation about the moral and legal responsibility of the fossil fuel industry for its role in fueling climate change. We - as BC-based community groups - support the Climate Law in our Hands Initiative and are asking you to: 1. DEMAND FOSSIL FUEL ACCOUNTABILITY It has been rare for anyone to even ask the fossil fuel industry to take responsibility for its role in causing the global crisis - and the local climate impacts like floods, wildfires and droughts. This avoidance of responsibility ends in BC - when you, and other local governments across the province, write to the world's fossil fuel companies asking them to take their fair share of responsibility for climate change. WEST KOOTENAY 50 org ^ SIERRA CLUB BC THE Council OF CANADIANS ACTING FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE TITF / / AGIR ARIR POUR Pi LA JUSTICE SOCIALE COMOX VALLEY Society atira LE CONSEIL DES CANADIENS CHAPTER This demand can take the form of a detailed invoice for climate costs or a letter simply enquiring as to the company's position on paying a fair share. It can be tailored to reflect the needs and capacity of each community WORK TOWARDS A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT BC communities can demand accountability from the fossil fuel industry in a variety of ways, but if necessary, we may need local governments to demand accountability through the courts. 'DOGWOOD {initiative PGPIRG Lawyers at West Coast.Environmental Law have exhaustively researched how a class action - a joint legal action brought by one or more "representatives" of BC's local governments - could be brought against major fossil fuel companies for their role in causing climate change. We ask you to consider whether your municipality would be willing to launch a class action as a representative and/or how you might support a case launched by other local governments. BC communities need to come together and get behind this type of legal action. Bringing this case will make it clear that fossil fuel companies cannot avoid a legal conversation about accountability - and if we win, we will set a precedent that could change the world - putting us on a global path that will avoid more dangerous climate change. 4 Alliance 4 Democracy Sunshine Coast MY SEA TO SKY W A T h o ALTH '.' F rn V fopf 1 STETI-ICS 3. Sample accountability letters are available online atvwvw.climatelawinourhands.org/ demand-accountability. 4. See or have your lawyers speak with the Climate Law in our Hands team at West Coast Environmental Page 20 Law of for 31more information on the legal basis for a class action. WEST COAST environmental law

21 Conclusion Both of these actions, as well as a general public discussion about the role of fossil fuels in our future economy, are most likely to move forward if our communities understand how we are being, and will be, impacted by climate change. We urge you to work with your citizens, climate scientists and other experts in a publicly transparent way to explore what needs to be done to prepare your community for. climate change. Whether we realize it or not, our communities are facing a tidal wave of costs, debt and disaster relief arising from the many effects of climate change. It is time to ask whether we alone are going to bear those expenses, or whether the companies that have made billions of dollars creating this situation also bear some responsibility. By demanding that those who profit the most from climate change pay their fair share, BC local governments can dramatically reshape the global conversation about climate change and the fossil fuel industry. Community groups around BC will be calling on fossil fuel companies to take responsibility for their role in causing the climate crisis and we hope that you will join us. Signed by: West Coast Environmental Law Association Coalition to Protect East Kamloops Kelowna Chapter Council of Canadians KAIROS BC/Yukon Kootenay Subregion Silva Forest Foundation Blewett Conservation Society West Kootenay EcoSociety SFU350 UBC Environmental Law Group Voters Taking Action on Climate Change Wilderness Committee The WaterWealth Project UBC350 Citizens Against Urban Sprawl Society (CAUSS) Atira Women's Resource MiningWatch Canada The Canadian Youth Climate Coalition Council of Canadians Kitimat Terrace Clean Air Coalition 350.org Canada Douglas Channel Watch BC Yukon Kairos Pacific Wild Sierra Club BC Dogwood Initiative Gibson Alliance of Business and Community Society Alliance4Democracy Sunshine Coast Conservation Association Comox Valley Council of Canadians Parksville Qualicum Beach KAIROS Georgia Strait Alliance Northwest Institute Friends of Wild Salmon Coalition Friends of Morice Bulkley My Sea to Sky Divest Victoria Wildsight Greenpeace Canada Burnaby Pipeline Watch Environmental Defense Working Group Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment Public Health Association of BC KAIROS Metro Van Prince George Public Interest Research Group Climate Change in Focus We Love This Coast Comox Valley Global Awareness Network Earthkeepers: Christians for Climate Justice Burnaby Residents Opposing Kinder Morgan Expansion-BROKE LeadNow Fraser Voices Association Stand.earth Knox United Church Association of Whistler Area Residents for the Environment Salmon Coast Field Station Society Saanich Inlet Network Please direct any reply to this letter, including notice of any resulting agenda items or resolutions, to us c/o West Coast Environmental Law, West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 2B3, Fax: , agage@wcel.org. Page 21 of 31

22 February 9,.2017 i' ' to fiqht cancer To Mayor and Council, Skiers and snowboarders from Northern BC will be hitting the slopes on March 4, 2017 at Powder King to raise funds to fight cancer as part of the annual Slopes for Hope. Every three minutes cancer picks a fight with another Canadian. An estimated 24,300 British Columbians were diagnosed with cancer in The good news is current research indicates that about half of all cancers are preventable.through healthy living and public polices that protect our citizens. An important aspect of health promotion is the availability of supportive environments that make healthy choices easier. The Powder King Mountain Resort is just such an environment and offers an incredible opportunity for Prince George and area residents to take part in a healthy, active and fun activity for the whole family. THE MAIN EVENT - SKI EVEREST: The goal for participants is to make their way down the ski hill as many times as it would take to cover the vertical height of Mount Everest. There will be different levels for kids, adults and the real ski fanatics. Money will be raised through participant fundraising - those taking part will be asked to raise a minimum of $150 in advance pledges to support the Canadian Cancer Society's mission. Participants will be charged a nominal registration fee and will receive half price lift tickets for their efforts if they have raised the $150. THE FESTIVAL: While skiers make their way up and down the hill, a number of family events will happen at the base of the hill. There will also be an opening breakfast, children's activities, lunch by donation and a closing ceremony that includes awards. HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT: You can join the fight against cancer and help support this exciting event by contributing a charitable donation to help with advertising and promotion outside of the region. This will help the Slopes for Hope committee in bringing more participants to this event Page 22 of 31

23 You can also help promote this event to your employees, colleagues and co-workers within your community! Anyone interested in taking part with the city can do so. The more people taking part, the better. To register for the event visit: For more information, Sandra Blackwell at sblackwell(a)bc.cancer.ca Your support would be greatly appreciated. Together we can make a difference. Sincerely, Sandra Blackwell Annual Giving Coordinator 1100 Alward Street Prince George, BC V2M 7B FEB DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE I Northland NISSAN Page 23 of 31

24 It's that time of year again when the Canadian Cancer Society and Powder King team up to fight Cancer! Slopes for Hope is back! Mark your calendars - March 4, 2017! Participants are challenged to raise funds for the Canadian Cancer Society and then attempt to ski or board the vertical equivalent of Mount Everest (29,029 feet) in a single day. Speed enthusiasts and snow plowers are equally welcome because the event is suitable for every level of skier and snowboarder. You can challenge yourself or just get out and enjoy the day. In 2016, Slopes for Hope Powder King raised $18,000. Every dollar counts in our efforts to reduce the burden of cancer. Thanks to your donations we're able to fund the most promising cancer research, advocate forhealth-protecting policies and provide trusted information, resources and support. Please register at: We could not have such a successful event without our amazing volunteers. If you are interested in taking your commitment one step further please contact us. There are lots fun ways you can help out!!! If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact myself at or me at sblackwell@bc.cancer.ca Sandra Blackwell Annual Giving Coordinator Canadian Cancer Society, BC and Yukon Division Tel Fax Alward Street Prince George, BC V2M 7B1 Connect with us online Cancer.ca Facebook ] Twitter Youtube Slopes 1 Page 24 of 31

25 DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE COUNCIL REPORT To: From: Mayor and Council Administration Date: February 20, 2017 Subject: Contract Disclosure - Chrysalid Tech RECOMMENDATION: THAT Council receive this report for information. BACKGROUND: Section 107(1) of the Community Charter states that, if a municipality enters into a contract in which a Council member has a direct or indirect pecuniary interest, it must be reported to Council at a meeting that is open to the public. The Council member who has the interest in the contract must report the contract to the Corporate Officer. The District of Mackenzie utilizes the local stationery business, Chrysalid Tech, for miscellaneous stationery supplies and standing purchase orders for the 2017 year have been issued by the Municipal Office, Fire Department, Leisure Services Department, Public Works and Bylaw Department. Chrysalid Tech is owned by Councillor Hancock. Councillor Hancock has provided the Corporate Officer with disclosure as required under the Community Charter. BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS: The amount of services provided by Chrysalid Tech to all Departments in 2016 was approximately $13,800 and it is anticipated that 2017 will be around the same amount. COUNCIL PRIORITIY: Fiscal Sustainability: Ensure District Services are delivered in an economically, socially, and environmentally responsible manner Respectfully Submitted, Executive Assistant/Legislative Clerk Approved for Submission to Council Page 25 of 31

26 DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE COUNCIL REPORT To: From: Mayor and Council Administration Date: February 20, 2017 Subject: Contract Disclosure - Garden House Bed & Breakfast RECOMMENDATION: THAT Council receive this report for information. BACKGROUND: Section 107(1) of the Community Charter states that, if a municipality enters into a contract in which a Council member has a direct or indirect pecuniary interest, it must be reported to Council at a meeting that is open to the public. The Council member who has the interest in the contract must report the contract to the Corporate Officer. The District of Mackenzie utilizes the local accommodation, Garden House Bed and Breakfast, for municipal related business and a standing purchase order for the 2017 year has been issued by the Municipal Office. Garden House Bed and Breakfast is owned by Councillor Atkinson. Councillor Atkinson has provided the Corporate Officer with disclosure as required under the Community Charter. BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS: The amount of services provided by Garden House Bed and Breakfast to all Departments in 2016 was $ and it is anticipated that 2017 will be around the same amount. COUNCIL PRIORITIY: Fiscal Sustainability: Ensure District Services are delivered in an economically, socially, and environmentally responsible manner Respectfully Submitted, Executive Assistant/Legislative Clerk Approved for Submission to Council Page 26 of 31

27 ^AI^CKENZIE^ I I» I BKtTISM COIUMB1H I W T DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE COUNCIL REPORT To: From: Mayor and Council Administration Date: February 21, 2017 Subject: Northern Development Grant Application for the Arena Ice Plant Renewal Project. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust from the District of Mackenzie for a grant of up to $30,000 for the Arena Ice Plant Renewal Project from the Prince George Regional Development Account; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation. BACKGROUND: To continue the operation of the arena, decommission and replacement of the arena ice plant is required. The arena is a huge driver for economic development and quality of life in the District of Mackenzie. The District of Mackenzie has set aside funds to upgrade the arena ice plant, but also wishes to apply for funds to reduce the burden on the taxpayer. The Community Halls and Recreation Facilities program provides municipalities, regional districts, First Nations bands and registered non-profit organizations with up to 70% of a project's budget to a maximum of $30,000 in funding to improve, expand, or develop facilities in order to increase the number of events held annually in the community, contributing to service sector revenues in the local economy. COUNCIL PRIORITY: Community Building Invest in long term planning of indoor and outdoor recreational infrastructure. BUDGETARY IMPACT OF RECOMMENDATION (if applicable): Approved Capital 2017 Budget: $350,000. Respectfully Submitted, Kevin Clarkson Director of Leisure Services A ) CM Approved for Submission to Council Page 27 of 31

28 4*JVI ACKENZI I W I BRITISH CG^UMiEHA Wm***i^ DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE COUNCIL REPORT To: From: Mayor and Council Administration Date: February 21, 2017 Subject: Northern Development Grant Application for the Mackenzie Trails Groomer Upgrade Project RECOMMENDATION: THAT the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust from the District of Mackenzie for a grant of up to $30,000 for the Groomer Upgrade Project from the Prince George Regional Development Account; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation. BACKGROUND: The District of Mackenzie provides use of snow grooming equipment to various clubs as a grant in kind. This application is for the purchase of snow grooming equipment, replacing the current, aging machine which has become increasingly resource intensive to operate. The new groomer will be purchased by the District to be used by volunteers to maintain the trails. The clubs will operate the groomer on a volunteer basis which will contribute to the self-sufficiency of the clubs and ensure the trails are properly maintained. The purchase of a new groomer will allow the continued maintenance of the trails to provide an essential service in a timely fashion to the benefit of residents and visitors alike. The Community Halls and Recreation Facilities program provides municipalities, regional districts, First Nations bands and registered non-profit organizations with up to 70% of a project's budget to a maximum of $30,000 in funding to improve, expand, or develop facilities in order to increase the number of events held annually in the community, contributing to service sector revenues in the local economy. COUNCIL PRIORITY: Community Building Invest in long term planning of indoor and outdoor recreational infrastructure. BUDGETARY IMPACT OF RECOMMENDATION (if applicable): Approved Capital 2017 Budget: $45,000. Respectfully Submitted, Kevin Clarkson Director of Leisure Services Approved for Submission to Council Page 28 of 31

29 DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE COUNCIL REPORT To: From: Mayor and Council Administration Date: February 21, 2017 Subject: Northern Development Grant Application for the Aquatic Programming Equipment Upgrades Project. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the District of Mackenzie supports the application to Northern Development Initiative Trust from the District of Mackenzie for a grant of up to $30,000 for the Aquatic Programming Equipment Upgrades Project from the Prince George Regional Development Account; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation. BACKGROUND: The District of Mackenzie wishes to enhance the event hosting capacity of the Recreation Centre Pool by partnering with the Rainbow Swim Club to install starting platforms and to purchase a modular obstacle course for the pool space. This inflatable aqua track can be placed in the pool for fun swims to provide a new element for the pool users. It will have a climbing, jumping, crawling and obstacle competition component; this will improve the experience of users during fun swims and promote healthy recreation and civic participation. The project involves the purchase of six starting platforms that are customized to fit current anchors at the pool and the installation of the platforms. The project also involves the purchase of paddle boards, new life jackets, paddles and other equipment for paddle boarding which can be rented out for use at the pool or Morfee Lake in the summer months. The inflatable aqua track can also be used on the pool and at Morfee Lake in the summer months. The track can be rented for pool parties and events such as birthdays at Morfee Lake. Other equipment that will be purchased are two splash bikes for toddlers and a helix slide for all ages. Purchase and replacement with contemporary, up-to-date and standardized swimming lane start blocks and anchors will definitely reduce maintenance costs, bring our aquatic facility up to date and assist with proper event delivery such as swim events, training, races and meets. This is why the Rainbow Swim Club in Mackenzie has worked very hard fundraising for three years to be able to provide a $10, contribution to the overall project. The Community Halls and Recreation Facilities program provides municipalities, regional districts, First Nations bands and registered non-profit organizations with up to 70% of a project's budget to a maximum of $30,000 in funding to improve, expand, or develop facilities in order to increase the number of events held annually in the community, contributing to service sector revenues in the local economy. Page 29 of 31

30 I * 1 B R I T I S H CdttUMBIA l i f ^ 1 ' COUNCIL PRIORITY: Community Building Invest in long term planning of indoor and outdoor recreational infrastructure. BUDGETARY IMPACT OF RECOMMENDATION (if applicable): Approved Capital 2017 Budget: $23,250. Respectfully Submitted, / ; Kevin Clarkson Director of Leisure Services yy - UWVLS?VC^ Approved for Submission to Council s Page 30 of 31

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