Here are the highlights from the August 19 City Council meeting.
Council heard presentations from City staff on the Q2 financial report and an update on the short-term rental market.
Council granted a renewal to the Temporary Use Permit held by the Nelson Brewing Co. To continue operating a Neighbourhood Pub. The permit renewal extends operations until September 2028.
Council endorsed the application of a Nelson Council member to apply for a non-board committee appointment with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM).
The Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3629, 2025 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 3626, 2025 passed first and second reading. A public hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 9 at 5pm in Council Chambers. The Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment (Official Community Plan Update) 3627, 2025 passed first three readings. Both the Zoning Bylaw Amendment and the Bylaw Enforcement Amendment are considered housekeeping changes that would be required upon the adoption of the Official Community Plan proposal.
Council approved amendments to the short-term rental (STR) fee structure. The amendment to the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3092, 2008 will simplify the fee structure for STR guest room licences, streamline the application process, and ensure greater clarity and flexibility for licence holders.
Council engaged in a thorough discussion regarding withdrawal from the Geographic Information System (GIS) currently administered by the RDCK and instead transition to a City-managed system integrated with the current GIS system used by Nelson Hydro, and the incoming NG911 system being launched. Council approved the recommendation to bring GIS services in-house, and to amend the 5-year Financial Plan to reflect the updated administrative costs. Council also approved the motion to withdraw from RDCK Bylaw 2136 by January 1, 2027.
The council meeting was adjourned at 9:35 pm. Residents are welcome to review the Council agenda or watch a recording of the meeting.