COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA

Meeting #:

Date:

Monday, February 09, 2026 at 7:00 P.m. - 8:00 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- January 26, 2026

2.2

Committee of the Whole - January 26, 2026

2.3

Regular Meeting - January 9, 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

7.

CORRESPONDENCE

• THAT the Correspondence listed on the Agenda be received.

7.1

For Action:

7.1.1

Request for Support - Mackenzie Figure Skating Club

The Mackenzie Figure Skating Club is seeking donations or sponsorships for their Golden Anniversary: 50 Years Ice Show taking place March 7 and 8, 2026.

7.2

For Consideration:

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

7.2.1

Letter to Community on Decriminalization

A letter from Northern Health Authority and the First Nations Health Authority reaffirms that harm‑reduction services such as Overdose Prevention Sites, and drug checking, will continue operating despite the end of B.C.’s decriminalization pilot. Northern Health Authority emphasize their commitment to working with Northern communities and partners to support health, safety, and access to life‑saving services.

 

7.2.2

Certified Resolution - City of Kamloops

The City of Kamloops has sent the attached certified resolution to the Southern Interior Local Government Association.

7.2.3

Volunteer and Composite Fire Department Equipment and Training

An update from Lynsay Pacey, Program Officer, Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) on the funding for the Mackenzie Fire Rescue Live Fire Training.

7.2.4

BC Heritage Week

Heritage Week is a province - wide celebration that invites communities across British Columbia to recognize and celebrate local history, culture, and heritage.

7.2.5

Purple Lights Campaign - BC Epilepsy Society

Join the Purple Lights Campaign by illuminating the Mackenzie Recreation Centre Purple on March 26, 2026 for Purple Day. This annual event helps raise awareness for those living with epilepsy in British Columbia.

7.3

Centre Table File

N/A

8.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

8.1

Visitor Centre Operations 2026-2027

• THAT Council approves the 2026 – 2027 Visitor Centre Operations Agreement with the Mackenzie Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $28,000 per year.

8.2

Colliers Emergency Program Review

• THAT Council receives this report for information.

8.3

Emergency Management Bylaw

• THAT Council receives this report for information.

8.4

Mackenzie FireSmart Program

• THAT Council receives this report for information.

8.5

2026 Emergency Operations Center Grant Application

• THAT Council supports an application of up to $30,000 to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) for the Emergency Operations Center Equipment and Training grant;

  AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the grant application, and if successful, and related documentation.

8.6

Resolution of Support – NDIT Economic Development Capacity Building 2026

• THAT Council supports the District of Mackenzie’s application to the Northern Development Initiative Trust’s Economic Development Capacity Building grant program for up to $50,000.

  AND THAT the Chief Administration Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation.

8.7

Resolution of Support – NDIT Grant Writing Support Program 2026

• THAT Council supports the District of Mackenzie’s application to the Northern Development Initiative Trust’s Grant Writing Support grant program for up to $8,000 in funding towards the District of Mackenzie’s Grant Writing Support Services program;

  AND THAT the Chief Administration Officer be authorized to execute the grant application and, if the application is successful, any related documentation.

9.

COUNCIL REPORTS

9.1

Mayor's Report

N/A

9.2

Council Reports

9.2.1

Councillor Brumovsky

9.2.2

Councillor Wright

10.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

N/A

11.

NEW BUSINESS

12.

BYLAWS

12.1

Emergency Program Bylaw No. 1530, 2026

• THAT Bylaw No. 1530, 2026 cited "Emergency Program Bylaw No.1530, 2026" be given its first three readings.

13.

NOTICE OF MOTION

N/A

14.

COMING EVENTS

14.1

Coffee and Cookies with the Chamber

Wednesday February 11, 2026 at the Mackenzie Chamber Office #11 - 600 Mackenzie Blvd. from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

14.2

Mackenzie Funspiel

Saturday February 14, 2026 at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre. 
Join as a team or as a single - register at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre.

14.3

Mountain Magic WinterQuest

February 20 - 22, 2026
Fireworks Saturday February 21, 2026 at 7:00 pm.

14.4

Mackenzie Figure Skating Club Presents MFSC 50th Anniversary

Saturday March 7, 2026 at 6:00 pm 
Sunday March 8, 2026 at 2:00 pm with 1 hour autograph session to follow. Tickets are available online and seating is limited.

15.

INQUIRIES

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

16.

ADJOURNMENT