COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA

Meeting #:

Date:

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7:15 P.m. - 8:15 P.m.

Location:

Council Chambers of the Municipal Office

1 Mackenzie Boulevard, Mackenzie, BC

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

We would like to begin by acknowledging the land on which we gather is within the traditional territory of the Tse'khene People of the McLeod Lake Indian Band. 

2.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

2.1

Special Meeting- March 23, 2026

2.2

Committee of the Whole - March 23, 2026

2.3

Regular Meeting - March 23, 2026

3.

INTRODUCTION OF LATE ITEMS

4.

ADOPTION OF AGENDA

• THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. 

5.

PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS

Please note that all comments and questions must pertain to items listed on the agenda.

Are there any members of the public in attendance this evening who wish to comment on the agenda?

Administration are there any members of the public attending through Zoom or Phone that wish to comment on the agenda?

6.

PETITIONS AND DELEGATIONS

6.1

Mackenzie Secondary School Ski Team

The Mackenzie Secondary School Ski and Snowboard Team will present to Mayor and Council on their Provincial Championship attendance.

7.

CORRESPONDENCE

• THAT the Correspondence listed on the Agenda be received.

7.1

For Action:

7.1.1

North Central Local Government Association Co-sponsorship

The City of Prince Rupert has submitted the following resolution with Co-sponsorship from the Regional District of Bulkley - Nechako, to the North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) AGM regarding the Northern and Rural Area Homeowner Benefit. NCLGA has asked if the District would like to be another co-sponsor and withdraw their resolution.

7.2

For Consideration:

Is there anything Council wishes to address in the "For Consideration" or "Centre Table File" correspondence? 

7.2.1

Recreation Centre Gym Hours

A resident has submitted a letter, regarding the reduced spring and summer gym facility hours, requesting a restoration of facility hours or a restructure of membership fees.

7.2.2

CNC Community Forum

The College of New Caledonia (CNC) warmly invites you to attend an upcoming Community Forum in Mackenzie on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre.

7.2.3

CN Right of Way Vegetation Management 2026

Upcoming vegetation management will be taking place around the District, between April and October 2026. Vegetation management is a crucial component of railway safety and regulatory compliance. 

7.2.4

Urging Council to Oppose the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) Expansion on Professional Services

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is urging Council to oppose the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) expansion on professional services. The letter highlights the financial realities that would face municipalities and small businesses due to this tax change. 

7.2.5

Federal Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Trade Negotiations and Tariff Measures Survey

Canadian municipalities are experiencing direct and indirect economic pressures from ongoing trade negotiations and tariff measures. Federal Canadian Municipalities is conducting research to capture how Canadian communities are coping with trade uncertainty. The goal is to provide governmental decision-makers with local examples of the impacts communities are experiencing, the resilience strategies they are pursuing, and how they coordinate with governments and business communities. FCM is asking local governments to take this survey led by the Lawrence National Centre for Policy and Management (Ivey Business School) and the City of London. It takes 30 minutes and the deadline is April 15.

7.3

Centre Table File

7.3.1

Recreation Centre Gym Hours Resident Letter and Signatures

8.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

8.1

Fuel and Lubricant Delivery Contract for 2026-2028

• THAT Council awards the 2026-2028 Fuel and Lubricant Delivery Contract, with the option for a one-year extension if mutually agreeable, to Petro-Canada Ltd. (Suncor Energy Products);

  AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the contract and any related documentation.

8.2

Morfee Mountain Road – 2026 Operating Budget

• THAT Council authorizes the 2026 operating budget allocation of up to $67,000 from the McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest Dividends for the Morfee Mountain Road License of Occupation first-year requirements.

8.3

2026 Water, Sewer and Garbage Bylaw Amendment

• THAT Council receives this report for information.

8.4

Property Sale and Price Approvals

• THAT Council authorizes the property transfer agreement with the Omineca Growers Society as outlined in this report;

  AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the agreement and any related documentation.

9.

COUNCIL REPORTS

9.1

Mayor's Report

9.2

Council Reports

9.2.1

Councillor Wright

10.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

11.

NEW BUSINESS

12.

BYLAWS

12.1

Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 1531, 2026

• THAT Bylaw No. 1531, 2026 cited as "Water Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 1531, 2026" be given its first three readings.

12.2

Sewer Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 1532, 2026

• THAT Bylaw No. 1532, 2026 cited "Sewer Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No.1532, 2026" be given its first three readings.

12.3

Garbage Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw No. 1533, 2026

• THAT Bylaw No. 1533, 2026 cited "Garbage Rates and Regulations Amendment Bylaw 1533, 2026" be given its first three readings.

13.

NOTICE OF MOTION

14.

COMING EVENTS

14.1

Mackenzie Chamber of Commerce Spring Expo

Friday April 24, and Saturday April 25, 2026 at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre

15.

INQUIRIES

• In-person
• Online (Zoom/phone)
• Written comments received

16.

ADJOURNMENT