Remembering Dieter Dudy

Council held a moment of silence to acknowledge the recent passing of former Kamloops City Councillor Dieter Dudy. He served as a City Councillor from 2014 to 2022 and was well known in the community as the owner/operator of Thistle Farm and a familiar face at the Kamloops Farmers’ Market. Councillor O’Reilly and Mayor Hamer-Jackson each shared a few words.

Consideration of Bylaws

Housing Agreement for Lorne Street

Council adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 64-14, 2026, for 98 purpose-built rental units at 640 Lorne Street, which is located within the Purpose-Built Rental Revitalization Tax Exemption Area. The housing agreement is required for the owner/applicant to qualify for this 10-year tax exemption for increased assessed value.

View the September 1, 2026, report here.  

New Apartment Building on Columbia Street

Council adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-105, 2026, to rezone 1083 Columbia Street to allow for a new 18-unit apartment building. Council also issued the related development permit.

View the August 11, 2026, report here.  

Kenna Village Rezoned

Council adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 55-105, 2026, to rezone 2440, 2450, and 2600 Trans-Canada Highway West from FD (Future Development) to I1 (Light Industrial) site specific, C1 (General Commercial) site specific, RM4 (Multi-Unit 4 - Medium–High Density) site specific, P1 (Parks and Recreation), and OS (Open Space) to facilitate subdivision and development of light industrial, residential, mixed-use commercial/residential, and park uses.

View the May 26, 2026, report here.  

Administrative Reports

Kamloops Central Business Improvement Area 2026 Levy Renewal

Denise Anderson, the City's Legislative Coordinator, presented Council with the Certificate of Insufficiency, dated September 14, 2026, confirming that sufficient petitions were not received in opposition to a five-year renewal of the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Area. Council received the Certificate of Insufficiency and adopted Kamloops Central Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 62, 2026, to approve the collection and distribution of a local service tax (levy) in an amount not exceeding $3,042,987.05 to the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association over the term of this bylaw, in accordance with the following:

Year 1    2027    $544,055.19
Year 2    2028    $577,133.75
Year 3    2029    $606,221.29
Year 4    2030    $636,774.84
Year 5    2031    $678,801.98

The Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association—known as Downtown Kamloops—focuses on making a difference for the city’s business and property owners by offering programs to help improve efficiency and effectiveness, programming and supporting festivals and events, and promoting the downtown’s numerous businesses, events, and activities.

View the full report.
View the presentation within the Council meeting slide deck.
Contact for further information:
Denise Anderson | danderson@kamloops.ca

Right-of-Way and Boulevard Vegetation Management Service Levels

Jeff Putnam, the City's Parks and Streets Manager, provided Council with a follow-up to the 2026 right-of-way and boulevard vegetation management update and outlined the service request process for pathways, public communication needs, and potential enhanced service-level options for consideration.

Council directed Administration to continue to support public education initiatives, including use of ownership and mowing maps, to improve public understanding of vegetation maintenance responsibilities and authorized expanding mowing, flower bed maintenance, tree maintenance, and litter collection on applicable Ministry of Transportation and Transit lands. Before implementation, jurisdictional responsibilities, maintenance standards, staffing requirements, and associated operating budget impacts would need to be confirmed. The preliminary estimate for this option is an annual operating cost of approximately $120,000.

View the full report.
View the presentation within the Council meeting slide deck.
Contact for further information:
Jeff Putnam | jputnam@kamloops.ca

Council Policy No. GGA-31 - General Reserves Update

David Hallinan, the City's Corporate Services Director, provided Council with a detailed look at specific City reserves, proposed updates to Council Policy No. GGA-31 - General Reserves, and outlined the interaction between debt and reserves as funding mechanisms for projects.

The City maintains various reserves, each established for a specific purpose and governed by its own funding and use requirements. In general, reserves function much like savings accounts, allowing funds to be set aside and accumulated over time to complete projects or to help with unexpected expenses. During the annual budget process or mid-year, as new opportunities arise, staff may recommend using reserves to fund one-time initiatives or address unexpected costs while minimizing impacts on current taxation or utility rates. Reserves can provide a valuable funding option for projects that do not require a permanent increase in operating revenue.

Council authorized adoption of the amendments to Council Policy No. GGA-31 - General Reserves, effective January 1, 2027.

View the full report.
View the presentation within the Council meeting slide deck.
Contact for further information:
David Hallinan | 250-828-3811

Procurement Audit Action Plan

Dustin Rutsatz, the City's Planning and Procurement Manager, provided Council with an update on the progress of the procurement audit action plan, which is the result of the Governance and Service Excellence Committee's recommendation to engage a third-party consultant to review the City's procurement processes with a focus on procurement activities that resulted in master service agreements for construction-related services.

The review was conducted by BDO and included five recommendations that are currently being addressed by Administration.

View the full memo.
View the presentation within the Council meeting slide deck.
Contact for further information:
Dustin Rutsatz | drutsatz@kamloops.ca

Public Washroom Facilities at Transit Stations

Natasha Hartson, the City's Social, Housing, and Community Development Manager, provided Council with the results of staff’s research into the feasibility of installing temporary public washrooms at the North Shore Transit Exchange and the Lansdowne Transit Exchange with expenses up to a maximum of $100,000, further to a request from the Safety and Security Select Committee.

Staff contacted local vendors to assess the feasibility and estimated the cost of leasing a temporary structured washroom facility for long-term installation and vendor maintenance.

Based on preliminary discussions, the estimated rental cost, including daily servicing, septic pumping, basic cleaning, and routine maintenance, exceeded the $100,000 funding threshold. These estimated costs did not include site preparation, utility servicing, water and sewer connections, accessibility upgrades, security, vandalism-related repairs, or additional staffing that may be required. Implementing washrooms at these locations would also require further assessment of land availability and ownership, servicing capacity, accessibility requirements, and potential impacts on the neighbourhood.

Staff’s research suggests that improving public washroom access will require a more comprehensive planning process. Potential strategies could include enhanced maintenance and cleaning, safety and monitoring, peer-supported or attendant-based operating models, improved signage and wayfinding, extended operating hours, partnerships with community facilities and businesses, vandal-resistant design, complementary amenities, and integration with future day space initiatives and outreach services

View the full memo.
View the presentation within the Council meeting slide deck.
Contact for further information:
Natasha Hartson | nhartson@kamloops.ca

Reimagine Downtown! Phase 1 Engagement Findings

Stephen Bentley, the City's Community Planning Manager, provided Council with a summary of input gathered during the Reimagine Downtown! community engagement initiative held in May and June 2026, which reviewed progress and sought community input on priorities related to previous municipal plans, including the 2019 Downtown Plan and 2025 Active Transportation Plan Update. Engagement gathered input on the relevance of the vision and principles of the 2019 Downtown Plan and sought ideas and priorities on the themes of parks, plazas and gathering places; access and transportation; and memorable places and amenities.

A detailed engagement summary report is available at LetsTalk.Kamloops.ca/ReimagineDowntown.

Phase 2 of Reimagine Downtown! will develop specific scenarios for alternative active transportation networks, streetscape upgrades, and public realm improvements for Downtown. When reviewing options, the City will consider factors such as cost, ease of implementation, safety, impact on street parking, likelihood of use, and overall public benefit. Phase 2 community engagement is anticipated to take place in winter or spring 2027.

View the full report.
View the presentation within the Council meeting slide deck.
Contact for further information:
Stephen Bentley | sbentley@kamloops.ca

Community Engagement and Collaboration Activities

Council received an update on upcoming community engagement opportunities, as listed below.

Featured Engagement Opportunities

• Love Your City: The Love Your City campaign is focused on voter engagement and ensuring residents are well informed ahead of the municipal election this fall. ­
  • Visit upcoming pop-up events to learn more about the role of municipal government and win prizes:
    • Kamloops Blazers game, Sandman Centre, October 3, 2026, 6:00 pm
    • Downtown Farmers’ Market, October 10, 2026, 8:30 am–12:30 pm
  • Learn more at LetsTalk.Kamloops.ca/LoveYourCity.

Community Collaboration Activities

• Kamloops Fire Rescue will be hosting public barbecues at two of their fire stations. The Lions Club will be on hand to help prepare and serve hamburgers, hot dogs, and refreshments. Residents are encouraged to join Sparky the Dog, meet their local firefighters, and check out the station and equipment.
  • September 26, 2026 - Station 6 in Dallas, 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • September 27, 2026 - Station 2 on Tranquille Road, 11:00 am–2:00 pm
• The City and Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc are co-hosting activities for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2026. September 30 is a day for reflection, remembrance, and healing for our Indigenous hosts. Activities will include education, food, and vendors from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc Arbour, 345 Powwow Trail.
• Join the Kamloops Airport Authority Society Board of Directors and help shape the future of air travel in our region. The society is seeking applications from community-minded individuals interested in serving on its Board of Directors. Learn more at Kamloops.ca/KAAS.

Follow On Let's Talk Website

Subscribe to ongoing projects to be notified when engagement opportunities arise:  

• 2026 Local General Election
• Reimagine Downtown!
• Build Kamloops
• Responsible Liquor Consumption Pilot Project
• Capital Projects
  • Tranquille Phase 3
  • Kamloops Centre for the Arts