Lavington Pool Repairs Underway
Council approved up to $25,000 to replace a damaged gutter-drain pipe at the Lavington Outdoor Pool, which has been contributing to gravel entering the pool's circulation system.
Camera inspections identified several cracks in the approximately 35-foot-long pipe that were allowing gravel to enter the system. Replacing the pipe will help resolve the issue and protect the pool's circulation, filtration, and chlorination systems.
The repair will involve concrete work and the installation of new pipe and bedding materials. To allow the concrete to properly cure, the pool may be closed for up to 15 days, with reopening anticipated for August 8, 2026; however, the District is working very hard to complete these repairs and open the pool earlier if it is possible.
The work will be completed by a combination of contractors and District staff to help control costs, with funding provided through the Infrastructure Reserve.
Pumphouse Beach Dog Area Fencing
Council approved up to $3,000 for the installation of a chain-link fence to delineate the designated dog area at Pumphouse Beach. The approximately 3-foot-high fence will be attached to the existing low-profile concrete barriers, creating a final height of roughly 4 feet 6 inches, with a single gate providing access to the area.
The fencing will help clearly define the designated dog area, helping residents and their four-legged friends enjoy the area while maintaining clear boundaries for all beach users.
CARE Presentation
Council received a presentation from representatives of the Climate Action Ripple Effect (CARE) project, highlighting the benefits of engaging local youth in climate action and environmental stewardship.
CARE provides students with opportunities to learn about climate change, develop leadership and problem-solving skills, and take meaningful action in their communities. This year alone, 85 Coldstream students participated in CARE, with those numbers expected to grow in 2026/27.
Council thanked the presenters for sharing the positive impact of CARE and for their efforts to empower local students to become engaged leaders and active participants in creating a more sustainable future.
Secondary Suite Amnesty Program Fee Update
Council gave three readings to a bylaw amendment that will add secondary suite registration and additional inspection fees to the District's Miscellaneous Fees and Charges Bylaw.
The fee update supports the incoming District's Secondary Suite Amnesty Program, which will provide property owners with an opportunity to register existing secondary suites and ensure basic life safety standards over a two-year time period.
The program is intended to help ensure secondary suites meet applicable building and safety standards, providing greater safety for residents while helping property owners formalize their suites.
Residents don't need to worry about missing the two-year pilot period. The period will not begin until the program is formally implemented and rolled out to residents in Coldstream. The District will share information with the community in advance of the launch – stay tuned.
District Receives Community to Community Grant from UBCM
The District successfully applied for and received $5,550 through the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Regional Community to Community (C2C) grant program to support an upcoming Community to Community meeting with the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB).
The event will provide an opportunity for the District and OKIB to come together to strengthen relationships and continue building understanding and collaboration between the two communities.