Pursuant to sections 124 and 94 of the Community Charter, the District of Kitimat is considering changes to the Council Procedure divisions in the Kitimat Municipal Code.
In summary, the District of Kitimat is considering the following procedural changes:
• Subdivision 7 - Delegations
The proposed change would not allow delegations in instances where Council has resolved not to hold a Public Hearing or where Public Hearings cannot be held. (LGA S. 481.3)
• Subdivision 12 – Public Input / Questions on Agenda Items, Questions and Answers and Media Inquiries
The proposed change would allow Public Input, in limited circumstances, on topics where delegations are not allowed.
• Subdivision 4 – Adjourning Meeting Where no Quorum
The proposed change would allow 15 minutes for quorum to be established prior to a meeting of Council being adjourned, this change would increase from the current 10 minute waiting period.
The bylaw is scheduled for consideration for adoption on Monday, May 6, 2024.
This notice is provided in advance of Council’s consideration of adoption of the proposed bylaw amendment.
WAYS TO PARTICIPATE:
Email: administration@kitimat.ca
Fax: 250.632.4995
Mail/Deliver Written comments: Director of Corporate Administration, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7
Comments and feedback must be received before 12:00pm on Monday, May 6, 2024 to be provided for Council consideration. All submissions for this Notice will become part of the public record and made available for public inspection at the District of Kitimat office.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This bylaw is available for review at www.kitimat.ca/pn or the District of Kitimat Municipal Office, 270 City Centre, 8:30 am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. The bylaw will be considered by Council on Monday, May 6, 2024, during the Regular Council Meeting at 7:00pm in the Council Chambers at 606 Mountainview Square.
ATTEND OR WATCH COUNCIL MEETING:
If you would like to attend the Council meeting virtually through WebEx, please contact 250-632-8900 or administration@kitimat.ca before 4:30p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024 to receive login information. A phone-in option is also available if you are unable to use a video connection.