City Council

Coun. Sharmarke Dubow apologized to his constituents Tuesday evening for travelling abroad over the holidays. (File contributed/ City of Victoria)

‘I should not have gone:’ Victoria councillor takes holiday trip to Africa

Two Greater Victoria municipal politician admit to traveling in December

 

Technical difficulties with the recording and broadcast of the Oct. 26 Prince Rupert City Council meeting mean residents were unable to watch on TV or online happenings in the meeting. (The Northern View file photo)

Technical difficulties leave public unable to access City Council meeting

Summary brief of Prince Rupert City Council meeting

 

Requests for proposals for the first stage of a water treatment facility project have been issued by the City of Prince Rupert on Oct. 26. (Photo: K-J Millar/The Northern View)

Water treatment facility project in Prince Rupert enters first phase

Prince Rupert seeks proposals for assessment of water quality supply and treatment options

 

Cody Younker, who first proposed the raises for mayor and council has retracted his support for them. (Jocelyn Doll/Revelstoke Review)

Councillor in Revelstoke withdraws proposed 67% pay hike amid backlash

There was significant backlash to the proposed $25,000 and $70,000 wages

Cody Younker, who first proposed the raises for mayor and council has retracted his support for them. (Jocelyn Doll/Revelstoke Review)
Steven Cross was elected in October 2018, he resigned Jan. 21, 2020. (File)

Councillor resigns in Revelstoke after colleagues approved 67% raise

Council approved a 134 per cent raise for the mayor of Revelstoke

Steven Cross was elected in October 2018, he resigned Jan. 21, 2020. (File)
Court claim accuses B.C. mayor and council of conflict of interest with developers

Court claim accuses B.C. mayor and council of conflict of interest with developers

A group of voters claim conflict of interests should see them removed from office

Court claim accuses B.C. mayor and council of conflict of interest with developers
Left to right: Mayor John Helin of Lax Kw’alaams, Mayor Lee Brain and Chief Harold Leighton of Metlakatla, following the signing of the agreement. (photo courtesy of the City of Prince Rupert)

City of Prince Rupert strengthen their commitment to Coast Tsimshian nations

Prince Rupert, Lax Kw’alaams and Metlakatla sign memorandum of understanding

Left to right: Mayor John Helin of Lax Kw’alaams, Mayor Lee Brain and Chief Harold Leighton of Metlakatla, following the signing of the agreement. (photo courtesy of the City of Prince Rupert)
Moresby Tank Removal Project moves forward; Port Edward to receive more than $1M from Ridley Tax

Moresby Tank Removal Project moves forward; Port Edward to receive more than $1M from Ridley Tax

Council briefs, Monday Sept. 9

Moresby Tank Removal Project moves forward; Port Edward to receive more than $1M from Ridley Tax
Some of the more than 30 feral cats who are in need of a new rural property to call home. (Barbara Gosselin/Facebook) Some of the more than 30 feral cats who are in need of a new rural property to call home. (Barbara Gosselin/Facebook)

Port Edward councillors say feral cats should be put down, no help from district to spay and neuter

Council: Funding for The Northern View Cannery Road Race, UBCM resolutions, float station a go

Some of the more than 30 feral cats who are in need of a new rural property to call home. (Barbara Gosselin/Facebook) Some of the more than 30 feral cats who are in need of a new rural property to call home. (Barbara Gosselin/Facebook)
Jason Giesbrecht, Port Edward Fire Chief, was recognized for his “exemplary service and distinction” at their council meeting on Tuesday, June 26, 2019. Left to right: Councillors Dan Franzen and Murray Kristoff, Mayor Knut Bjnordal, Jason Giesbrecht, and councillors James Brown and Christine Mackenzie. (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View)

Port Edward council: Fire chief receives honour, city still $1 million in debt for school

Port Edward reviews 2018 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI), fire department at capacity

Jason Giesbrecht, Port Edward Fire Chief, was recognized for his “exemplary service and distinction” at their council meeting on Tuesday, June 26, 2019. Left to right: Councillors Dan Franzen and Murray Kristoff, Mayor Knut Bjnordal, Jason Giesbrecht, and councillors James Brown and Christine Mackenzie. (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View)
(Conservation Northwest, Stock photo)

Port Edward council updates on wolf attacks and work camp lease extended

Mayor Knut Bjorndal raises concern, at June 11 council, over dumping in slough

(Conservation Northwest, Stock photo)
The goats, Tanny and Hanny, living at the Moby Dick Inn will be given the boot by the city on Sunday, June 9 because of a no livestock bylaw. (Shannon Lough / The Northern View)

Council Briefs, June 10: “Goat bylaw” in review

Weed shops now in province’s hands, 2018 in review, and new members on airport board

The goats, Tanny and Hanny, living at the Moby Dick Inn will be given the boot by the city on Sunday, June 9 because of a no livestock bylaw. (Shannon Lough / The Northern View)
Mayor and council salaries increase, while six-figure club grows by one

Mayor and council salaries increase, while six-figure club grows by one

Annual SOFI list shows city salaries

Mayor and council salaries increase, while six-figure club grows by one
Port Edward may cut off water to Watson Island if Prince Rupert does not come to the table

Port Edward may cut off water to Watson Island if Prince Rupert does not come to the table

Tensions escalate over the Mutual Aid Agreement and Ridley Island Tax Sharing Agreement

Port Edward may cut off water to Watson Island if Prince Rupert does not come to the table
Council meets on the second floor at City Hall (Shannon Lough/ The Northern View)

City council briefs: A new recreation policy, budget check-up, and recognition for missing children

Prince Rupert council meets on May 13 for the Committee of the Whole

Council meets on the second floor at City Hall (Shannon Lough/ The Northern View)
City of Prince Rupert cancels its council meeting for Nov. 27. (File Photo)

The City of Prince Rupert cancels Nov. 27 council meeting

Agenda items will be rescheduled for Dec. 4, while Committee of the Whole will be on Dec. 11

City of Prince Rupert cancels its council meeting for Nov. 27. (File Photo)