The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) is looking for qualified people to serve as appointees to its Advisory Planning Council (APC), and have extended the deadline for applications to Jan. 19, 2024.
Serving on the APC is an opportunity for electoral area residents to have their say on land use in rural areas of the TNRD. They provide input on matters related to land use planning at the local government level, such as special planning studies or proposed amendment applications for zoning bylaws and Official Community Plans.
The APC may also be called to comment upon the creation, or comprehensive review, of any major or comprehensive temporary use and variance permits; development proposals or referrals with potential impact on resources; and any other matter that the board of directors may delegate to the APC.
In their review of the preceding, the APC may be asked to comment on the following:
* TNRD policies and regulations;
* impact of the proposal on the subject lands and surrounding areas; and
* effect of a proposal on resources, sustainability, and the long term well-being of the region.
Input from the APC is provided as advice or recommendations to the TNRD as part of the process for land use applications and project reviews.
The APC will consist of 12 members. Most TNRD electoral areas will have one appointee, aside from the two electoral areas with the greatest populations, which will each have two appointees. APC members will be appointed for a term expiring on April 1, 2027, and while in-person attendance at meetings is preferred, members can also attend via Zoom or other electronic means as needed. Meetings are generally held at the TNRD civic building on Victoria Street in Kamloops, four to five times a year, and are open to the public.
In order to qualify as a member of the APC, applicants shall:
* be residents of, or own land in, the TNRD;
* have a basic understanding of B.C.’s planning framework;
* be familiar with and committed to the objectives of the APC;
* be available to attend most meetings;
* have the ability to objectively review complex applications and planning considerations; and
* have access to a computer and email in order to receive and respond to communications and information regarding meetings.
APC members who have a pecuniary interest in an application, or who are personally affected by an application, must step aside from the discussion and subsequent vote on that particular matter.
To apply to be a member of the TNRD’s Advisory Planning Council, contact planning@tnrd.ca. When applying, please state your interest and your experience or qualifications.
For more information on the APC, visit www.tnrd.ca/apc.
