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S i t u a t e d i n t h e m a j e s t i c R o c k i e s a n d s u r r o u n d e d b y a s t u n n i n g n a t u r a ll a n d s c a p e , S p a r w o o d w i l l e x c e e d y o u r e x p e c t a t i o n s b y o f f e r i n g y o u i n s t a n ta c c e s s t o m o u n t a i n s , v a l l e y s , r i v e r s a n d l a k e s . P a r t i c i p a t e i n a n a r r a y o fa c t i v i t i e s r a n g i n g f r o m g r e a t i n d o o r a n d o u t d o o r r e c r e a t i o n f a c i l i t i e s ,i n c r e d i b l e w a l k i n g , b i k i n g a n d h i k i n g t r a i l s , w o r l d c l a s s c a n o e i n g a n dk a y a k i n g o n t h e E l k R i v e r a n d e x c e p t i o n a l h u n t i n g , f i s h i n g a n d o f f - r o a da d v e n t u r i n g . I t ’ s n o t o f t e n y o u c o m e a c r o s s a p l a c e w i t h t h e r i g h t m i x ,w h e r e e c o n o m i c o p p o r t u n i t y , f a m i l y , a n d r e c r e a t i o n b l e n d t o g e t h e r a s w e l la s t h e y d o h e r e – i n a p l a c e w e a r e a l l p r o u d t o c a l l h o m e .

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I would like to thank our dedicated Staff, Council members, and residents of Sparwood for their contributionstowards the continued success of our community. None of this could be achieved without residents who arewilling to support their community by voicing their thoughts, bringing forward ideas, volunteering their time,and being engaged. We look forward to another great year ahead. Mayor David WilksOther important work undertaken in 2023 was the Paved Pathway Project which saw 1.7 km of trails added to the activetransportation network. Preliminary work was undertaken on the Wastewater Treatment Plan upgrades, Lions ParkLooping, Fire Hall #2 and many more exciting developments which will continue on in 2024.Council was pleased not only to see the progress from the District, but were also happy to celebrate the completion ofTimbers Landing, the construction of the Teck Administration Building and the grand opening of McDonalds. With otherpermits in place and work underway, Council is confident we will continue to see growth and new development inSparwood’s future.Another highlight of 2023 was communication. Council developed and approved the Communication Protocol whichfocuses on levels of community engagement contained within each report. Council also hosted two successful Town HallMeetings which featured key topics of the District and provided opportunities for connecting with residents on matters ofimportance or concern. The creation of the new Council Portal simplifies public access to key information and improvedaccessibility and transparency. This tool will better connect the community to Council information including; meetingagendas, minutes, and videos, as well as Council Committees and Commissions.This fall during the Union of BC Municipalities Convention, the District of Sparwood was awarded an Honorable Mentionfor Community Excellence in Governance for the completion of a progressive undertaking called the OrganizationalExcellence Initiative. This unique process aimed to bring together all employees to collaboratively identify areas forimprovement, develop solutions and proactively focus on the future of the organization, its people and the services themunicipality provides.M E S S A G E F R O M T H E M A Y O ROn behalf of Council and Staff, it is my pleasure to share with you the 2023Annual Report. Looking back on 2023, it is astounding to see theaccomplishments of the District of Sparwood. Despite a challenging summerwith the Lladnar Creek Wildfire, we maintained a dedicated focus on projectcompletion, progressive growth and communication. Before we celebratesuccesses, it is with much gratitude we extend thanks once again to everyonewho assisted with the Lladnar Creek Wildfire, both on the front lines andbehind the scenes. If it wasn’t for the committed efforts during the month-long event, the year-in-review may have turned out very differently.This year has been filled with projects - big and small. Most notably were thecompletion of Centennial Plaza and the Hot Tub. This fall, Council welcomedresidents to the grand opening of the Plaza, a unique and welcoming spacewhich has now become a highlight within the community. The Hot TubRenovation Project saw the replacement of the old hot tub, with a new,accessible and barrier free tub.Page 1

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The District of Sparwood is governed by an elected Council comprised of the Mayor and six Councillors. The Mayor andCouncillors elected on October 15, 2022 will serve the community of Sparwood until October 2026. Members of Council areelected at large, meaning they each represent the community as a whole, rather than only a specific geographic portion.Regular Council meetings are scheduled for the first and third Tuesday of every month commencing at 6:00 pm in CouncilChambers and are open to the public. Council meetings are broadcast live on our Facebook page(www.facebook.Sparwood.BC) and via Zoom.Council makes decisions by policy, passing a resolution or a bylaw. A resolution requires a single vote, whereas a bylawrequires four readings.VISIONTo be a progressive, welcoming, and livable community that takes pride in its natural resources and environment.GUIDING PRINCIPLESResponsible: We are approachable, responsive, and accountable.Professional: We are ethical, respectful, efficient, and skilled.Collaborative: We work with others to achieve mutual benefit.Progressive: We are forward looking and innovative.GOALSTo ensure readiness for local economic priorities.To preserve a healthy natural environment.To encourage an active, involved, and healthycommunity. To foster effective and responsible local governance.To provide reliable service delivery and civicinfrastructure.M A Y O R A N D C O U N C I LPage 2

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DISTRICT OFFICERSChief Administrative Officer Manager, Corporate Services (Corporate Officer) Director, Finance (Financial Officer) Deputy Director, Finance (Deputy Financial Officer) Director, Planning and Development (Municipal Approving Officer) DISTRICT OFFICIALSDirector, Community Services Facilities Project Manager (Deputy Director, Community Services)Director, Fire Services (Fire Chief) Deputy Director, Fire Services (Deputy Fire Chief) Director, Operations Engineering Project Manager (Deputy Director, Operation) Manager, Human Resources Michèle SchalekampMegan RawlesKristi BilodeauRowena GodfreyPatrick SorfleetJenna JensenTao Liu Sheldon TennantKevin AlstadDarrell KaisnerAndré LeBlancKaydia WrightCOMMITTEE & ADVISORY PANELSThe District of Sparwood is led by the Mayor and Council and supported by committees, commissions, and boards which are inturn made up of volunteers from the community. Working together as a cohesive unit, their goal is to ensure the District iscontinually served by the best policies, services, and programs.Board of VarianceMandate: To consider minor variances in siting, dimensions, or size requirements (side yard, back yard, front yard, height, andarea coverage) where compliance with the District of Sparwood Zoning Bylaw would cause hardship.Committee on Labour Relations / Grievance Mandate: To review and discuss any matter, including grievances, relating to working conditions or relations between theEmployer and the Union.Parcel Tax Review Panel Mandate: To authenticate the parcel tax roll and to hear complaints or make corrections if there is an error or omissionrespecting names or addresses, inclusion of a parcel, taxable area, or if an exemption has been improperly allowed ordisallowed.Socio-Community and Economic Effects Advisory Committee (SCEEAC)Mandate: To provide recommendations to Council and Teck as it relates to the socio-community and economic effects of theBaldy Ridge Extension project.Youth Advisory CommissionMandate: To engage and empower local youth in the development and oversite of a local Youth Network, with the goal ofproviding relevant programs, projects, and events for Sparwood youth.MUNICIPAL AUDITORSAdams Wooley, Chartered Professional AccountantsMUNICIPAL BANKERSRoyal Bank of CanadaMUNICIPAL SOLICITORSLidstone & CompanyA P P O I N T E D O F F I C I A L S A N D C O M M I T T E E SPage 3

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Director, Fire ServicesDirector, CommunityServicesManager, CorporateServicesManager, HumanResourcesDirector, OperationsDirector, Finance Director, Planning andDevelopmentExecutive AssistantDeputy Director,FinanceDeputy, Fire Services Engineering ProjectManagerMayor and CouncilChief Administrative OfficerPlanning TechnicianBuilding Official(Contract)Community ServicesAssistantOffice Clerk 2Cashiers (RPT & Casual)Instructors (Pre-School)Aquatics Supervisor Lifeguard Instructors 1(Casual)Lifeguard Instructor 2Lifeguard Instructor 3Chief FacilityMaintenance OperatorRecreation MaintenanceJourneymanRecreation Maintenance1 & 2Facilities WorkerRecreation Labourer(Casual)Rink Attendants(Seasonal)Bylaw EnforcementOfficerSummer Student (1)Payment & Permit ClerkAccounts Payable ClerkPayroll ClerkCasual ClerkInformation SystemsTechInformation SystemsCo-op StudentClerk 1 (RPT)Auxiliary FirefighterOfficersAuxiliary FirefightersSummer Student (1)Public Works ClerkCertified MechanicPublic Works Co-OpRoads & ParksSupervisorMaintenance Operators Casual LabourerSummer Students (12)Utilities SupervisorUtility OperatorsMayor and Council Reporting to Reporting to Reporting to Exempt Employees Structure KeyHR Safety ClerkO R G A N I Z A T I O N A L S T R U C T U R EFacilities ProjectManagerPage 4

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Who we are...The CAO oversees the affairs and operations of the District and acts as a liaison between District staff and the Mayor and Council, inaddition to providing advice and recommendations on Council related policies and emerging issues. The CAO is responsible toCouncil for the efficient management of the municipal workforce, and for seeing that Council’s directions and policies areimplemented.What we do...The CAO directs and coordinates the general management of business affairs of the corporation, in accordance with the bylaws,policies and plans approved by Council; to ensure the delivery of high-quality services and facilities that preserve or enhance thesocial, economic, and physical well-being of the community. The CAO is responsible to ensure that innovative programs and servicesare developed and implemented to meet the ever-changing needs of the community, while ensuring fiscal responsibility.T h e C A O ’ s m i s s i o n i s t o c a r r y o u t a n d p r o m o t e C o u n c i l ’ s p o l i c i e s , t o g u i d ed e p a r t m e n t h e a d s , a n d t o p r o m o t e l e a d e r s h i p a n d c a r r y o u t t h e D i s t r i c t ’ s v i s i o n .Corporate Planning & SustainabilityCreates the right balance between what the organization can do vs. what the organization would like to do.Inter-Governmental RelationsFosters and encourages positive interaction with regional, provincial, and federal levels of government.Human ResourcesProvides support to the Corporate Management Team employees and the public, including recruitment and selection, employeerecognition, leave management, and labour relations.Legal ServicesResponsible for providing advice to Council and staff, preparing legal documents, negotiating contracts, and managing the District’s legalproceedings.The District’s solicitor serves as court counsel, provides legal advice, renders legal opinions, and drafts and reviews legal and legislativedocumentation associated with District business.Legislative ServicesResponsible for providing information and coordination in accordance with statutory, legislative, and administrative requirements toCouncil, the public and department heads on the operation and affairs of the District.C H I E F A D M I N I S T R A T I V E O F F I C E R ( C A O )Page 6

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Civic Facility MaintenanceResponsible for the maintenance of all civic facilities owned and operated by the District. These include the Municipal Office, FireHalls, Public Works, Leisure Centre, and various other leased facilities.The Recreation Maintenance department consists of 7 full time positions and 2 casual positions. Community Support & EngagementProvides support to a wide range of community initiatives (including early childhood development, youth programs and seniors’initiatives, sports groups, the School District and cross-country ski, mountain biking, and trail groups) and community events (includingtournaments and weddings), including managing the Community Funding and Support Program as well as volunteer recognitioninitiatives. This includes providing support to 13 sports groups, 27 community organizations and 8 clubs.Parks & TrailsCommunity Services oversees a network of approximately 30 km of municipal trails and 60 km of regional trails and supports ongoingdevelopment by local societies of multi-use trails. Sparwood maintains 13 parks and 15 green spaces, which includes 5 playgrounds, 5ball diamonds, 2 soccer pitches, 3 basketball courts, a spray park, skate park, bike park, dog park, disc golf course, volleyball, pickleballand tennis courts, outdoor ice surface and an award winning outdoor skating trail.Recreation ProgramsThe Department provides recreational activities and a wide range of instructional programs through our municipally operatedfacilities. The Leisure Centre and Arena Complex house a 20-metre leisure pool, 2 racquet courts, fitness centre, four-sheet curlingrink, ice arena, and community hall. The Aquatics department consists of 3 full-time, 3 part-time and a number of casuallifeguards/instructors.Programming, registration, and reception duties are provided by 2 full time and 1 part-time employees, which are supported by 3casual cashiers. Program delivery is supported by a network of between 2 and 10 instructors that provide services that range frompreschool to fitness and arts and crafts type programs.Recreational Facilities & RentalsResponsible for the management of parks and recreational facility rentals owned or operated by the District. This includes workingwith a variety of clubs and organizations who deliver important services or events utilizing District facilities.Who we are...The Director of Community Services and Facility Project Manager are responsible for managing the Department’s daily operationsand supervising a staff of 50 full time, part time, casual, and contract instructors who provide important recreation services to thecommunity. The Community Services Department works closely with community groups, service clubs, and not-for-profitorganizations to further enhance the livability of Sparwood ensuring everyone living in Sparwood has access to quality programs andboth indoor and outdoor recreational amenities.What we do...The Department is responsible for planning, developing, maintaining, and operating all municipal buildings, parks, trails, communityagreements, and recreational facilities.T h e C o m m u n i t y S e r v i c e s D e p a r t m e n t p r e s e r v e s , p r o t e c t s , a n d e n h a n c e s i t s p a r k l a n da n d r e c r e a t i o n o p p o r t u n i t i e s f o r c u r r e n t a n d f u t u r e g e n e r a t i o n s . T h e D e p a r t m e n tp r o v i d e s s a f e , w e l c o m i n g , a n d i n c l u s i v e p r o g r a m s , s p a c e s , a n d p l a c e s f o r i t sc i t i z e n s t o g a t h e r , c e l e b r a t e , r e c r e a t e , a n d e n g a g e i n a c t i v i t i e s t h a t p r o m o t ei n d i v i d u a l a n d c o m m u n i t y w e l l - b e i n g .C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E SPage 7

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What We Did in 2023…The following agreements, leases, and contracts were implemented to support local organizations: Concession Lease Agreement – an agreement with Michele Dwyer for the lease of space to operate the concession at the LeisureCentre.Sparwood Weight Training Club Lease Agreement – an agreement with Danny Whiting for the lease of space to operate theSparwood Weight Training Club at the Leisure Centre.Sparwood Curling Club Lease Agreement – an agreement with David Endicott for the lease of space to operate the SparwoodCurling Club from Oct - March.Grants-in-aid provided to:Terry Fox Run Organizers in support of Sparwood Terry Fox Run event. Community Response Network in support of meeting space.Sunset Ridge Ski Society in support of their Pumpkin Hunt event.Sparwood Food Bank in support of the CP Holiday Train event.Funding Agreements - The Sparwood Golf Club, Sparwood Library, Chamber of Commerce, and Sparwood Museum were allprovided an annual Category 1 grant to support their ongoing efforts in the operation and management of their respectivefacilities. Sparwood Early Years, Elk Valley Society for Community Living, Fernie Women’s Resource Centre, Toys for Tots,Sparwood Food Bank, Youth Action Sparwood, Sparwood Arts Council, Wildsafe BC, and Sparwood Trails Alliance receivedCategory 1 funding in support of their initiatives in Sparwood and the Elk Valley.Volunteer Award - The Sparwood Coal Miner Days Society was recognized for their volunteer efforts to coordinate the annualCoal Miner Days event.ProjectsCentennial Plaza – Revitalization was completed, the ribbon cutting and grand opening event was held on August 18th. Facility Roof Replacement Projects – Replacement of roof material on the daycare building and municipal office was completed.The Municipal Office entrance and landscaping was completed.Hot Tub Replacement – Replacement of the hot tub and re-tiling of the pool deck in the aquatic facility took place, the pool wasclosed from June 3 – Dec 19. A new digital sign was installed outside of the Leisure Centre. New rooftop heaters were installed for the Fitness Centre and the leased area for Sparwood Weight Training Club.Photo credit: Vince MoPage 8

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Who we are...The Corporate Services Department consists of Corporates Services and Human Resources. The Manager of Corporate Services leadsthe Corporate Services team which is comprised of the Executive Assistant, Admin Summer Student and contract Bylaw EnforcementOfficer. Corporate Services provides corporate and other assistance to District Council and staff in their efforts to addresscommunity issues and provide good governance. The Human Resources team is led by the Manager of Human Resources andconsists of (1) one additional full- time position (HR & Safety Clerk). Human Resources is responsible for providing support to theorganization through the management of people, in addition to managing and fostering a positive work environment. It ensurescompliances, retains talents, and promotes employee development, leading to overall District success.The Department works with all District departments providing information and assistance on matters such as bylaw and legislativerequirements, Council and Committee agendas, Council procedural requirements, bylaw enforcement services, full-cycle humanresources processes as well as managing emergency management.What we do...The Corporate Services team provides legislative services and is responsible for the preparation and dissemination of Councilagendas and minutes, as well as maintenance and access to corporate records (including bylaws, policies and procedures andcontract administration). The Department undertakes policy development, research, business licensing, the publication of officialnotices and requests under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy legislation and administers local government andschool district elections. Corporate Services also oversees bylaw enforcement and animal control services and accepts notices anddocuments on behalf of the District that are required or permitted to be given, served on, filed, or otherwise provided to themunicipality. The Human Resources team supports the work and well-being of more than 80 District Staff. The primary function of HR is proactiverecruitment and talent acquisition strategies that enhance the District brand and maintain competitiveness in a dynamic workforceenvironment.In addition, the Department is responsible for administering the District Occupational Health and Safety Program as well asoverseeing the District’s Emergency Operations Program focusing on the health and safety of both employees and the public. T h e D e p a r t m e n t a d m i n i s t e r s t h e s t a t u t o r y f u n c t i o n s o f t h e C o m m u n i t y C h a r t e r a n dL o c a l G o v e r n m e n t A c t t o p r o v i d e e x c e l l e n c e i n c u s t o m e r s e r v i c e t o t h e p u b l i c a n dt h e o r g a n i z a t i o n b y s u p p o r t i n g o t h e r d e p a r t m e n t s i n s e r v i c e d e l i v e r y t o t h e p u b l i c .Bylaw Services & Business LicencesResponsible for the enforcement of municipal bylaws, animal control, and business licences.Responds to citizen’s complaints to promote the orderly use of land and compliance with municipal bylaws. Responsible for providingcare and shelter for abandoned or surrendered animals, issuing dog licences, and enforcing bylaws related to domestic animals.Communications & Public EngagementResponsible for providing general information / research services to Council, staff, and the public. Coordinates advertising and publicengagement for the District.Responsible for the maintenance of District related information on the corporate website, newsletters, newspaper, and social media,including the oversight of digital and print communication.Emergency PreparednessCoordinates the District’s involvement with Emergency Management BC (EMBC) as legislated by the Province, and the coordination ofemergency plans and actions related to the District of Sparwood.Responsible for planning, preparing and maintaining the District’s Emergency Programs, including liaison with local and regionalstakeholders in the provision of Emergency Management.Human ResourcesAssists all departments in the provision of full cycle Human Resources tasks, including recruitment, performance management,disability management and labour relations.Oversees the District’s Occupational Health and Safety Program.C O R P O R A T E S E R V I C E SPage 9

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What We Did in 2023…General Local ElectionsPrepares for and conducts all local government elections, by-elections, and assent voting, as required, in accordance with the LocalGovernment Act.Information & Privacy RequestsEnsures that access is provided to records of Council and Council committees.Coordinates responses to requests for records under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA).Interprets the legislation and ensures compliance while advising staff and the public on the availability of information.Legislative Services & Council SupportPrepares Council and Committee agendas and records minutes.Administers bylaws & policies, as well as implements, facilitates, and develops corporate strategies, programs, and plans, includingpreparation of the Annual Municipal Report.Manages and preserves Council, committee and corporate records including agendas, minutes, bylaws, agreements, andcorrespondence.Executes all legal documents on behalf of the District of Sparwood.Communication and EngagementCouncil attended and/or hosted the following events in 2023:Chip and Burn EventChildren’s Day Canada DayTeck's Sparwood Administration Office GroundbreakingTaste of Sparwood eventGrand Openings (Red Apple, McDonald’s)Sparwood Secondary School Graduation Coal Miner’s Days eventsEKMISA 100th Anniversary Safety CompetitionCentennial Plaza - Grand Opening Sparwood Museum - Grand Re-OpeningProject Heavy DutyRemembrance Day CeremonyFire Department Open HouseCelebration of Timber's LandingChristmas Tree Lighting Sparwood WinterFest2023 CPKC Holiday Train -SparwoodSanta Clause Cruise Parades in Cranbrook, Creston, Elkford, Kimberley, and Pincher CreekBylaws and PoliciesThe following bylaws and policies were adopted by Council: Council Procedure Bylaw 1307, 2023Officers and Officials Bylaw 1310, 2023Corporate Communications PolicyTraining and Business Approval PolicyCivic Recognition PolicyCommunity and Funding Support PolicyCouncil, Committees & Commission MeetingsThe following meetings were held in 2023:21 Regular Council meetings8 Special Council meetings2 Town Hall meetings11 Hearings4 Youth Advisory Commission meetings4 Socio-Community & Economic Effects Advisory Committeemeetings1 Parcel Tax Review Panel meetingPage 10

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T h e E n g i n e e r i n g P r o j e c t M a n a g e r i s r e s p o n s i b l e f o r a v a r i e t y o f d e s i g n a n d f i e l di n s p e c t i o n a c t i v i t i e s r e l a t e d t o m u n i c i p a l b y l a w s , s e r v i c e s , a n d i n f r a s t r u c t u r e i nt h e D i s t r i c t o f S p a r w o o d .Development ServicesWorks with the approving officer and potential sub-dividers to ensure that the standards set out by the Subdivision Servicing Bylaware met. Those standards include lot configuration, suitability for intended use, design, and that the newly created lots will conform tothe minimum lot requirements under the Zoning Bylaw. Environmental ServicesDevelops and implements sustainable programs and initiatives that improve the quality of life for Sparwood residents and createsenvironmental benefits in the areas of groundwater and surface water protection, air quality, climate change, energy initiatives, andnuisance pest control.Flood ProtectionUndertakes flood protection studies and manages infrastructure upgrades to improve the overall protection of our community.Transportation, Drainage & UtilitiesWorks cohesively with the Community Services, Planning, and Operations Departments to plan works required because of growth inthe community including; potable water systems, sanitary sewer systems, storm sewer drainage systems, and transportation network.What We Did in 2023…. EnvironmentalMosquito Control Program for 2023 by Duka Environmental.Grants, Contracts and AgreementsThe following grants, contracts and agreements were submitted and/or entered:Entered into an agreement with Bad Ventures for the construction services for the Red Cedar Drive Upgrade and Rehabilitationproject. Entered into a contract with AECOM for the consulting and design services for the Wastewater Treatment Plant project. Entered into a contract with Berry Architecture for the consulting and design services for the Centennial Plaza Stage & Washroomproject. E N G I N E E R I N GWho we are...The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for major and minor infrastructure projects and is involved in development reviewand asset management. What we do...The Engineering Project Manager works closely with and provides resources to other departments to efficiently maintain andoperate the essential services by providing technical guidance on the operation of municipal infrastructure.Photo credit: Julian WarringPage 11

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F I N A N C E A N D I TWho we are...The Finance Department administers the financial resources of the District. The primary function of the Department is to providefinancial information to Council and staff to assist with decision making, and to the public for financial transparency and input. TheDepartment is responsible for preparing the annual budget and the five year financial plan, revenue collection, treasury and cashmanagement, processing accounts payable and payroll, administration of the property tax system, risk management, and statutoryfinancial reporting to various provincial and federal bodies.The Information Technology (IT) Department is wholly responsible for providing technology and communications for the Districtthrough maintenance and administration of the IT infrastructure.The Department, led by the Director of Finance, consists of (6) six full time positions (Director, Deputy Director, Payment & PermitsClerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Payroll Clerk, Information Systems Technician, Information Systems Co-op Student, and Casual FrontReceptionist Clerk).What we do...In accordance with the Community Charter, the District adopts a Five-Year Financial Plan annually. Sparwood uses twenty-yearplanning for its capital and reserve funds as a basis for the Five-Year Plan. This long-term approach to financial planning allowsCouncil and the community to consider the impact that current decisions will have on future financial matters. Its operating budgetis done on a five-year forecast. The Plan is updated each spring, prior to setting the property tax rates, to reflect any changes thathave occurred since the last Plan was adopted. The IT Department looks after all hardware support and upgrades, user software and programming, and evaluating and addressingsecurity risks. Staff work closely with all employees of the District to enhance IT solutions and minimize technology downtime. T h e F i n a n c e D e p a r t m e n t i s c l o s e l y i n v o l v e d i n a s s e s s i n g t h e f i n a n c i a l i m p a c t o fa l t e r n a t e c o u r s e s o f a c t i o n a n d s u p p o r t i n g d e c i s i o n m a k i n g a n d s e r v i c e d e l i v e r yp r o c e s s e s .Financial ServicesResponsibilities include long-term financial planning, annual budget development, investments, accounting, treasury and cashmanagement, and all statutory financial reporting.Responsible for presenting a viable Five-Year Financial Plan, which establishes financial and operational priorities annually.Responsible for continually updating the Corporate Management Team and Council on the District’s financial performance to ensureSparwood is on track to meet its annual budget commitments.Financial ProcessingProvides services including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, asset management and taxation.Calculates and levies property taxes, solid waste collection, water and sewer billing and collection of other payments to the District.Information TechnologyOversees technology services, advice, solutions, and guidance to support District operations and provide appropriate technology,information, and applications to deliver business services efficiently and effectively.Internal AuditResponsible for assisting the District in meeting its stated objectives by reviewing business processes, policies and procedures forefficiency, controls, and compliance.Investigates internal and external breaches of control.Risk ManagementPromotes policies and procedures designed to prevent incidents causing loss.Receives and liaises with the Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia (MIABC) on investigations and claim adjustments.Page 13

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What We Did in 2023… Department OperationsAn assessment of $998.4 million resulted in $5.1 million non-mine taxes and $3.46 million mine taxes applied to Sparwood. TheDepartment also collected $3.2 million in utility rates and various user fees and leases.Bylaws The following bylaws were adopted:Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw 1306, 2023Financial Plan (2023 – 2027) Bylaw 1295, 2023Tax Rates Bylaw 1312, 2023Growing Communities Fund Reserve Fund Bylaw 1314, 2023Permissive Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw 1316, 2023Fees and Charges Bylaw 1322, 2023Utility and Solid Waste Management Amendment Bylaw 1308, 2023Policies The following policy was adopted:Credit Card PolicyFinancial ServicesSigned a new five-year banking services agreement.Transitioned to a cloud-based budget software, which will be used by all departments.Ensured compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards.Information TechnologyUpgraded all servers to new cloud-based or physical servers and reviewed adherence for licensing.Developed and hired a new IT Co-Op student position to support the growing IT needs of the District.Developed a network road map of all District equipment and connections.Continued replacement of outdated and failing hardware.Municipal Grants The following municipal grants were awarded:$216,756 to the Sparwood Library $76,022 to the Visitor Information Centre$45,000 for Sparwood Golf Club$60,180 for Michel Natal Heritage Society$38,744 for Coal Miner Days$15,912 for trail maintenance$43,994 for all other grant programsFinancial ProcessingCompleted a chart of accounts update on all operating and capital accounts for the first time to create consistency and alignmentacross all departments.Transitioned volunteer fire fighters to a monthly payroll.Focused on documentation of finance processes and cross-training of staff.Fee review and update of corporate policies.Internal AuditReview of financial policies will continue into 2024.Review of financial processes for compliance and efficiency.Risk ManagementMonitored internal process to mitigate contractor insurance risk.Page 14

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Sparwood Fire Services YearOver Year Review202120222023 Total# ↓↑ Over ’20% ↓↑Over ’20Total# ↓↑ Over ’21% ↓↑ Over ’21Total# ↓↑ Over ’22% ↓↑ Over ’22 Number of incidentsresponded to per year 142 ↑ 48 ↑ 51%165 ↑ 23↑ 16%177↑ 12↑ 7%Number of firefightersresponding per year 1,020 ↑ 264 ↑ 34.9% 1,349 ↑ 329↑ 32%1207↓ 142↓ 11%Average number of firefightersresponding/incident 7.2↓ 0.87↓10.7%8.2↑ 1↑ 13.9%6.8↓ 1.4↓ 20%Number of firefightersattending regular training peryear 840↑ 70↑ 9.1%833↓ 7↓ 0.8%796↓ 37↓ 4%Average number of firefightersattending regular training peryear 16.5↓ 1.83↓ 10%16.3↓ 0.2%↓ 1.2%15.92↓ 0.8↓ 2%Total regular training sessionsper year 51↑ 9↑ 21.4%510 0%50↓ 1↓ 2%F I R E S E R V I C E SWho we are...Sparwood Fire Services is managed by the Director of Fire Services (Fire Chief) who supervises 1 full-time position (Deputy Director)and 30 auxiliary (regular) firefighters, made up of 11 officers, 13 first class fire fighters, and 6 rookie members. There are 2 stationswithin Sparwood and road rescue services within 70.5 km2. Sparwood Fire Services provides the RDEK Area “A” (defined area)identical fire services through a contractual agreement and through Mutual Aid Agreements provides reciprocal services to oursurrounding municipalities and Teck’s Elkview Mine. What we do...The Sparwood Fire Department responds to emergency incidents, including fires, motor vehicle incidents, rescues, public serviceincidents, as well as hazardous material spills. The Department works closely with other emergency response partners such as BCAmbulance, Search and Rescue, Elk Valley RCMP, BC Wildfire, and Dangerous Goods response teams. The Fire Department is committed to providing fire safety education to the citizens of Sparwood, through avenues such as stationtours, school visits, an annual open house, and smoke alarm campaigns. Fire inspection plays an important role in ensuring publicsafety from fire at public buildings, offices, malls and residential apartments. Inspectors check that fire protection systems arecorrectly installed according to the BC Fire Code and are kept up to date on their required service. The department currently has twofull-time members who carry out inspections as Local Assistants to the Fire Commissioner and one part time Fire Services Clerk.The Fire Department operates out of two stations. Station 1 in downtown Sparwood, houses firefighting apparatus, vehicles,dispatch, and administrative offices. Station 2 in Sparwood Heights houses firefighting apparatus, as well as the fire training centre.T h e S p a r w o o d F i r e S e r v i c e s ’ m i s s i o n i s t o p r o v i d e t h e D i s t r i c t o f S p a r w o o d w i t he f f e c t i v e , e f f i c i e n t e m e r g e n c y r e s p o n s e a n d f i r e p r e v e n t i o n s e r v i c e s .Page 15

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Additional Services & EventsWorking Smoke Alarm Program – upon request members would check smoke alarms in homes. Faulty or non-working smoke alarmsare replaced for free. Target door to door campaign.Provides WHMIS training for student workers.Fire Operations / Core ServicesProvides fire suppression and rescue services for the Sparwood response area (Sparwood Fire Department is not part of the firstresponse to medical emergencies program and does not respond to first responder incidents).Yearly fire inspections for public assembly, commercial, and industrial buildings.Enforcement of the Fire Services Act and the BC Fire Code, and fire investigations.Issues and inspects fire pit and burning permits.Promotes and educates the community on Fire Smart Program.Manages and coordinates the annual Wildfire Fuel Reduction Program.Provides operations level confined space rescue to District Operations.Responds to dangerous goods incidents at an operational level in accordance with provincial regulations which require teams to beavailable for response.Fire Prevention & Life Safety EducationProvides public safety education, including material and workshops, for the community through presentations and specific targetedmessages through the local media.Safety & TrainingThe training program in the Sparwood Fire Department is designed to provide all our members with a level of training that is builtupon year after year. The program’s goal is having all fire fighters trained to NFPA 1001 Level 1 and 2. This will help us to becompliant with the BC Fire Service Playbook. The department will work with members that want to achieve certification to NFPA1001. Members maintain operations level training to provide core services. The Department has two certified level 1 instructors.Provide outside training courses on mental health and specific training operations.Page 16

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What We Did in 2023… Core OperationsEmergency incidents do fluctuate from year to year, in 2023 the responses increased 7% from 2022. The Department respondedto 177 emergency calls that were broken down as follows:Ringing alarms (48.5%) Vehicle collisions and road rescue (27.1%)Public service [lift assists, wires down, gas leaks or odours, flooding, and rescue] (13.5%) Fire Calls (9%)Mutual aid responses were the least cause (0.5%)As part of our fire inspection program the following occupancies had an annual inspection completed: AssemblyCommercialDistrict buildingsApartment buildingsIndustrial inspectionsSafety & TrainingLate in 2022 the Office of the Fire Commissioner revised the playbook and renamed it as “The Structure Firefighters MinimumTraining Standards” that will be implemented in 2024. In 2023, we started work towards complying to the new minimum trainingstandards as set out by the British Columbia Office of the Fire Commissioner to establish a process under which trainingrequirements are explicitly linked to the level of service being provided.Professional DevelopmentFirefighters participated in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing sessions in conjunction with incidents.6 firefighters completed recruit training.4 firefighters completed Emergency Scene Management (Fire Officer 1).2 firefighters completed NFPA 1072 HazMat operations.30 Firefighters have completed 20 sections of the Minimum training standards with the associated Job Performancerequirements..Regular Tuesday training continued throughout the year to update new protocols and training for all members with an averageattendance of 16.3 firefighters.Additional Services & EventsParticipated in Sparwood Secondary School Graduation ceremonies.Spookwood was hosted at Fire Hall No. 2.Due to wildfire hazard in June the annual firework display was canceled but a Drone Light show was used in it’s place.The 2023 Open House was held at Fire Hall No. 2 during Fire Safety Week in October. This years theme was kitchen fire safetyand featured agrease fire demonstration.Remembrance Day Service.Christmas Tree Lighting in Centennial Plaza.Santa Cruise.Emergency Services Food Drive.Page 17

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O P E R A T I O N SWho we are...The Operations Department is managed by the Director of Operations who supervises a staff of 28, which consists of a Road & ParksSupervisor, a Utilities Supervisor, a Mechanic, a Clerk, 10 operators, a co-op student, and 12 seasonal summer students.What we do...The Department provides community services and infrastructure maintenance overseeing the water system, stormwater system,wastewater treatment plant and sanitary collection system, roads, parks, cemeteries, fleet, and solid waste collection.T h e O p e r a t i o n s D e p a r t m e n t i s r e s p o n s i b l e f o r p r o v i d i n g c o m m u n i t y s e r v i c e s t h a ti n c l u d e t h e o p e r a t i o n , m a i n t e n a n c e , a n d r e p l a c e m e n t o f a l l e s s e n t i a l m u n i c i p a li n f r a s t r u c t u r e .Cemetery OperationsOperation and maintenance of Rivercrest and Elk Valley (Michel) Cemeteries; including interment services for full burials, cremationburials, columbarium niches, and installation of memorial wall plaques.Community ServicesAids local non-profit organizations with special events including the provision of garbage cans, recycle bins, barricades, and clean up,including Remembrance Day service (road barricades and snow removal) and assists the Sparwood & District Arts and HeritageCouncil and the Chamber of Commerce with their tree and vehicle light up event.Installs Christmas lights along commercial strips.Provides Christmas tree pick up after the holidays.Environmental ServicesEnsures protection of public health and the environment by following all regulatory requirements.Manages the Integrated Pest Management Program and Urban Forest Strategy.Fleet and Building MaintenanceManages the District’s fleet, equipment, and surplus vehicle auctions.Parks and GreenbeltsProvides landscape maintenance of District parks, trails, and green spaces, as well as trail and walkway maintenance including plowingon select walkways during the winter.Maintains the District irrigation system.Solid WasteManages solid waste collection services and maintains designated depot locations, bear resistant bins, and spring clean-up services.TransportationMaintains the District’s network of paved and unpaved roads, walkways, and sidewalks with a comprehensive windrow and snowremoval program.Maintains and operates street lighting and traffic signals and installs and replaces all municipal regulation signs.Responds to traffic issues, dust control and traffic calming requests, as well as reviews development and land use applications fortransportation impacts.Manages all other transportation infrastructure including bridges, street lighting, traffic signals, signs, and road marking, includingroadway line painting and delineation.Water, Storm, and Sanitary MaintenanceInstalls, maintains, and manages the water, storm, and sanitary sewer infrastructure.Ensures safe and cost-effective supply of water meeting all Ministry of Health and Environment Standards.Coordinates the construction services and planning of utility infrastructure including the Wastewater Treatment Plant, lift stations,reservoirs, pumps, wells, manholes, valves, dikes, curbs, and catch basins.Provides sewer line video camera services and Sani-dump maintenance and servicing.Page 18

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What We Did in 2023… Cemetery OperationsRivercrest CemeteryPrepared 3 full grave site interments3 niche interments6 cremation burialsThinned trees at the front to allow for growthCommunity ServicesParticipated in Coal Miner Days and neighbouring community parades assisted with Remembrance Day event, and provided treesto Sparwood Secondary School.Christmas tree collection, burn and chip program.Environmental Completed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the Ministry of Environment and Interior Health.Invasive Pest Management program coordination.Equipment Purchase and Repair Replaced a pickup with v-plow and sander and a snowblower attachment for the sidewalk tractor .Installed new Christmas decorations that are moved to various locations around town and installed new Christmas tree atCentennial Plaza.Inspected and certified all fire extinguishers.Parks, Greenbelts and Sports Fields Completed dangerous tree cleanup in Parks, greenbelts along Pine Avenue, Michel Cemetery and Rivercrest Cemetery.Tree thinning, stump grinding, and chipping along greenbelts, trail network, dog park and Lions Park.Extensive spring litter cleanup and graffiti removal.Refreshed bark mulch in planters.Deep-root fertilization of boulevard trees.Managing wildlife disturbances.Multi-pad bladder preparation and setup.Street and Sidewalk MaintenanceCentennial Plaza washroom and stage planning.Completed grading and calcium dust control applications on gravel roads.Completed streetlight repairs and LED light replacements.Pavement replacement after water line repairs.Sidewalk repairs after sewer and water line repairs.Removed and replaced 30 feet of damaged curb on Engelmann Spruce and White Birch.Storm drain catchment repairs at the Red Cedar & Pine 4-way intersection.Maintained snow and ice control program, including roads, sidewalks, walkways, and driveway windrows.Maintained sweeping program of District Sidewalks, parking areas and streets.Street light replacement on Red Cedar Drive and the addition of a park light on White Birch to Red Cedar staircase has beeninitiated. Elk Valley (Michel) CemeteryInstalled 1 memorial plaque4 niche interment Continued the pathway on the upper benchPage 19

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Solid Waste and RecyclingContracted residential solid waste collection service.Purchased additional bear resistant bins to finish parks and boulevard placement.Residential spring cleanup program.Litter pickup and park container collection weekly throughout the District.Staff TrainingEmployee training included: EOCP Virtual Conference; Water & Waste Association Conference; UBCM Conference, RockyMountain LGMA, Public Works Association of BC, ISA, Supervisor Essentials and Due Diligence Training; First Aid RecertificationTraining; Fall Protection; Confined Spaces, Utility Line Locator Course, and Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater collectiontraining.Water, Storm, and Sewer Maintenance SanitaryWastewater Treatment Plant upgrades including SCADA.Manhole repairs at Balsam Street, on Pine Avenue, Hemlock Road, Pine Spur and on Cherrywood Blvd.Continued annual sanitary sewer line flushing.Finished fence replacement at sludge ponds.Working with Engineering services to design a new secondary treatment system at the Wastewater Treatment Plant . StormCleaned and inspected catch basins.Catch basin repairs at the intersection of Balsam Street & Pine Avenue, Pine Avenue & Red Cedar Drive, and Hemlock Road andPine Spur. WaterCompleted waterline repairs at Hickory Island, GN Road, Michel Creek Road, Balsam street and the Wastewater Treatment Plant.Weekly water samples.Exercise watermain valves and fire hydrant isolation valves.Hydrant repairs at Spruce Avenue and Hemlock Road, Sparwood Drive, Engelmann Drive and GN Road.Installed new watermain valve between Michel Creek road and Aspen Mechanical building.Repaired 8 service line valves. Other UtilitiesResponded to 510 BC One requests.Page 20

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P L A N N I N GWho we are...We are a team of 2 full-time staff, the Director of Planning and Development and the Planning Technician, and a 20 hour a weekcontracted Building Official.What we do...The Planning and Development Department is responsible for current and long-range planning activities for the community, buildingand development inspections and approvals, economic development, subdivisions, and the acquisition and disposition of realproperty on behalf of the District. The Department prepares land use plans, bylaws, and policies for consideration by Council, andundertakes application reviews and approval processes consistent with Council approved plans, bylaws, and policies in support ofplanned, orderly, and sustainable development of Sparwood. The Department also maintains the Geographic Information System incollaboration with IT and Operations.Much of our work is with residents and businesses who want to build; whether it is a deck, an extension, a new home, or commercialbuilding. We work closely with the development community, stakeholder organizations, and members of the public to ensure thatCouncil’s vision of Sparwood is realized.T h e P l a n n i n g D e p a r t m e n t i s r e s p o n s i b l e f o r a v a r i e t y o f p l a n n i n g a c t i v i t i e s r e l a t e dt o m u n i c i p a l b y l a w s , s e r v i c e s , a n d i n f r a s t r u c t u r e i n t h e D i s t r i c t o f S p a r w o o d .Administration & Special ProjectsAnswers inquiries relating to land development, and processing development applications and building permits.Prepares policies and bylaws on a range of topics related to planning and economic development.Participates and provides local input into planning initiatives.Building InspectionIssues building and plumbing permits to ensure that the developments follow codes, safety standards, bylaws, and policies. This workincludes residential, commercial, and industrial building plan reviews and the administration of the Sign Bylaw.Conducts various inspections to ensure that buildings, when constructed, meet current structural, health, security, and fire protectionsafety standards.Issues occupancy permits.Provides professional advice to Council, the Board of Variance, other departments, and the public on building construction relatedmatters.Current Planning & DevelopmentAdministrates bylaws and policies that direct the development activities of our residents and businesses. The primary bylawsadministered by this department include the Official Community Plan, Zoning Bylaw, Mobile Home Parks Bylaw, Building Bylaw andSign Bylaw.Provides customer service to those individuals pursuing a building or development project as well as responding to queries from thepublic as they relate to those projects.Provides statistical data on construction and vacancy rates.Provides referrals to neighbouring municipalities and the Regional District of East Kootenay.Acts as the Approving Officer for the District of Sparwood and manages all subdivision applications.Economic DevelopmentCreates and maintain investment relevant information to market Sparwood in the region and beyond, as well as carries out andsupports initiatives that relate to business retention and expansion.Supports business development including maintaining and developing relationships with the business community in Sparwood andthe region.Acts as liaison with the Elk Valley Economic Initiative on valley-wide economic development.Page 21

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Long Range PlanningDevelops, updates, and implements planning projects and procedures that work to improve the livability of our community.Provides guidance on the future development of Sparwood.Municipal Real EstateMarkets District of Sparwood lands and manages the purchase and disposition of municipal land. Subdivision ServicesThe Subdivision function is cross departmental with the Approving Officer (Director of Planning and Development) managing thesubdivision applications and process to ensure the proposed subdivision conforms with Provincial and District laws with assistancefrom the Engineering Project Manager to ensure civil infrastructure will conform to District standards. Those requirements includesuitability for intended use, parcel morphology, infrastructure standards, access to lands beyond the subdivision, parkland dedication,hazardous conditions, and the public interest.What We Did in 2023… Affordable Housing Project with Elk Valley Family Society The Timbers affordable housing project completed. Major commercial permits issues for 2202 Middletown Place (Teck Office)and 2100 Middletown Place (Canco/McDonalds).Land Sales6000 Highway 43 and 1500 Sparwood Heights Drive sales completed. Page 22

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The following table represents the progress that the District of Sparwood made in 2023 towards achieving the goals andobjectives that were identified by Council in the 2019-2022 Corporate Strategic Plan.2023 COMPLETED PRIORITIESCouncil PortalCentennial Plaza DevelopmentPaved Walkways (Michel Crk & Ponderosa)Pedestrian Bridge LightingHot Tub and Pool Deck ReplacementBC Accessibility Plan CommitteeCommunity Engagement ProtocolBylaw Personal Protective EquipmentDirector of Community Services recruitmentHR Safety Clerk Position30 Unit Affordable Housing AgreementOrganizational Excellence InitiativeWorkplace Provisions Fact SheetsService Excellence InitiativeIntranetRecruitment (retirements/promotions)Recreation Succession PlanFire Services Training PlanBCAA Class 4 AppealsServer UpgradesBuilding Permit Client GuidesAsset Retirement ObligationsCouncil Report TemplateLladnar Creek Wildfire ResponseW H A T W E S A I D W E W O U L D D O I N 2 0 2 3Page 23

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ECONOMIC TARGETS: Building a strong and vibrant community by attracting, supporting, and retaining businesses and residents.Job Creation | Business | Retention | Business Growth | Business Attraction | Business Investment | Community Image | Community Sustainability | Tourism | Community Reputation How do we measure it? Why do we want to measure this?20222023Business LicencesKeeping tabs on number ofbusinesses is a way to evaluatethe business climate andcommercial activity rateSparwood: 308 renew, 43 newInter-Community: 84 renew, 23 newSparwood: 318 renew, 57 newInter-Community: 93 renew, 23 newBusiness licence bycategory withindowntownKey measure to track vibrancyof downtown coreMining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction: 1Construction: 2Manufacturing: 1Retail trade: 8Finance & insurance: 5Real estate & rental: 5Professional, scientific & technical services: 4Administrative and support, wastemanagement & remediation services: 1Educational services: 1Health care & social assistance: 5Arts, entertainment & recreation: 1Accommodation and food services: 6Other services: 9Mining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction: 1Construction: 2Manufacturing: 1Retail trade: 8Finance & insurance: 2Real estate & rental: 3Professional, scientific & technical services: 4Educational services: 1Health care & social assistance: 3Arts, entertainment & recreation: 1Accommodation and food services: 3Other services: 5Business licence perclassificationIndication of types of possiblejobs availableAgriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting: 5Mining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction: 14Utilities: 3Construction: 93Manufacturing: 13Wholesale trade: 6Retail trade: 21Transportation & warehousing: 14Information & cultural industries: 2Finance & insurance: 6Real estate & rental & leasing: 20Professional, scientific & technical services: 21Administrative & support, waste management& remediation services: 22Educational services: 4Health care & social assistance: 7Arts, entertainment & recreation: 4Accommodation and food services: 13 Other Services: 31Agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting: 5Mining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction: 17Utilities: 3Construction: 91Manufacturing: 11Wholesale trade: 7Retail trade: 24Transportation & warehousing: 12Information & cultural industries: 2Finance & insurance: 4Real estate & rental & leasing: 20Professional, scientific & technical services: 22Administrative & support, waste management& remediation services: 17Educational services: 6Health care & social assistance: 7Arts, entertainment & recreation: 4Accommodation and food services: 16Other Services: 23Building Permits #Total number of buildingpermits issued indicates theamount of constructionoccurring in any given year in amunicipality7063H O W W I L L W E M E A S U R E A N D E V A L U A T E O U R P E R F O R M A N C E ?Council and senior management have identified specific key performance indicators that will be used to evaluate efficiency anddetermine progress respecting the District’s overall objectives for the 2022 and 2023 fiscal years.Page 25

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How do we measure it? Why do we want to measure this?20222023% Residential vacancyrateIllustrates housing demand andindustry health.0.8% in January 20231.1% in January 2024$ Value of newdevelopmentValue of new developmentindicates confidence in thelocal economyTotal Construction Value = $20,855,349Total Construction Value = $85,083,524Value/# of projectswithin downtown Key measure to track vibrancyof downtown coreValue = $0Total number = 2 (demolition permits)Value = $663,000Total number of permits = 4# Visitors throughVisitor InformationCentreMeasure to track how manypeople are stopping in Sparwood as visitors54,41647,459ENVIRONMENTAL TARGETS: Maintaining a healthy and natural environment through responsible use, protection, and sustainable practicesHuman Environment | Community Aesthetics | Natural Area Protection | Environmental Quality | Land Use | Environmental Footprint | Energy Conservation How do we measure it? Why do we want to measure this?20222023# Trees planted Tallying the number of new trees planted each year is a good way to measurean activity that helps create a more beautiful and sustainable area204% Effluent sampleresults within regulatory allowancesThis measure indicates effectiveness of responsible water stewardship87%73%% Water usage percapitaThis measure indicates the effectiveness of long-term water conservationstrategies1094 litres/capita/day1140 litres/capita/day# Day’s air/dust standards are exceeded atCentennial SquareStationMeasures success that advocacy has for improved air quality withinacceptable limitPM2.5 – 10 dailyaverage resultsexceededPM10 – 6 daily averageresults exceededTSP – 1 daily averageresults exceededPM2.5 – 19 dailyaverage resultsexceededPM10 – 15 dailyaverage resultsexceeded TSP – 1 daily averageresults exceeded# Users of Elk Valleytransit routeMeasures transportation demand to determine whether advocacy is neededfor improved service1,280 tickets 48 month passes1,370 tickets35 month passes# Kwh generated bysolar systems This measure is a method used for looking at the increase of cost-cutting,sustainable initiatives in area-wide infrastructure. Reduced GHG emissions.14,740 KwhNot availableGENERAL INDICATORS: To establish baselines for use in data comparisons for environmental, infrastructure, economic, social, and governance targets How do we measure it? Why do we want to measure this?20222023PopulationPopulation is a benchmark in time to compare other indicators to4,1484,148Median householdincomeMedian household income is a vital indicator of general economic conditionsin a given area$103,538$103,538Km pavedstreets/sidewalksThis performance indicator is measured in part by the kilometers of municipalstreets paved annually2 km1 kmAverage house priceAverage house price is an indicator of general economic conditions in a givenarea$415,000 ↑ 28% from 2021$418,000↑ 1% from 2022Page 26

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GOVERNANCE TARGETS: Fiscally sustainable government focused on strategic decision-making, transparency, and inclusivenessGood Policies | Strategic Direction | Role Clarity | Agency Liaison How do we measure it? Why do we want to measure this?20222023# Lost time incidents Demonstrate effectiveness of safe work program32# Safety SuggestionsDemonstrate effectiveness of safe work program23# of OccupationalHealth and SafetymeetingsDemonstrate effectiveness of safe work program1211# Service requestsresponded toDemonstrates responsiveness to requests. Indicator of potential serviceissues150230Debt per capitaDebt per capita measures the condition of municipal debt in relation to thetotal population$897$834% Taxation revenuefunds reservesLevel of funding for administration and infrastructure compared to similarsized communities. Reserve health.22%21%% SCEEACrecommendationsimplementedDetermines the success of Sparwood’s livability to monitor the District’srelationship with Teck and the impact of mining in the community100% - The SCEEACrecommended endorsement of theSCEEMP 3 year updateThe SCEEAC did notmake anyrecommendations in2023INFRASTRUCTURE TARGETS: Well-maintained infrastructure and facilities that meet community needs and allow growth and development for prosperity.Transportation | Community Utilities | Facilities | Community Systems | Service Delivery How do we measure it? Why do we want to measure this?20222023# kms activetransportationinfrastructure The extent of active transportation network is a way to estimate the non-public transportation alternatives to car commuting59 km59.75 km # kms of trails availableto residentsProvides an indicator of the alternate transportation options, reduction ingreenhouse gas emissions, and promotion of healthy lifestyles61.75 km62.5 km% Usage of arena andcommunity hall Illustrates demand on facilities Arena-53%Community Hall-14%Arena = 148.78 hours used/95.89 days usedHall =18.93 hours used/64.11 days used% Fire response timewith goal Tracks the % of fire response times that meet the goal set by the department 71.25%80% % Water sampleswithin regulatoryrequirementsTracks the quality of drinking waterBacteriological – 100%; No wells were used withSelenium over theguidelinesBacteriological –100%; No wells were usedwith Selenium overthe guidelines# Unplanned publicfacility closuresIndication of effectiveness of preventative maintenance program or if moreinvestment is required6-Hot Tub (1), Main Pool(1), Contamination (3),No staff coverage (1)3 – Main Pool Contamination (2), Nostaff coverage (1) # Water/sewer linebreaksTallying the number of water/sewer line breaks is a way to assess aginginfrastructure5 water line break;1 hydrant break;2 sewer line breaks4 water line break;3 hydrant breaks, 0 sewer line breaksPage 27

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SOCIAL TARGETS: Building social capital and engaging citizens and partners to improve the well-being and diversity of the communityArts & Culture | Community Support Network | Citizen & Property Safety | Healthy Lifestyles | Health Service Access | Sense of Heritage How do we measure it? Why do we want to measure this?20222023# Volunteer group /organizationsProvides an indicator of the health of our volunteer base and communityparticipation48 49# EventsProvides an indicator of community social opportunity & health oforganizations67% Voter turnoutVoter turnout for local elections is an important indicator of communityengagement and local government participation36% No elections held in2023% Employees workingat Teck vs Teckemployees living inSparwoodEntice employees to reside in Sparwood with their families, contributing tosocial activitiesStaff and hourlyemployees = 17.65% (≈863 out of 4,889)Sparwood basedemployees on 4 x 4 shift= 8.94% (≈ 437 out of4,889)Staff and hourlyemployees: 16.7% (≈906 out of 5,418)Sparwood-based ElkValley employees on4x4 shift: 10.4% (≈562 out of 5,418)Page 28

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The following properties identified in PermissiveTaxExemptionBylawNo.1156, for taxation years 2015 to 2024, have been exempted from taxation in accordance with section 224 and 225 of the Community Charter.FolioLegal DescriptionNameTotal Amount ExemptedCHURCHES00354.500Lot 1, District Lot 4135, KD, Plan 14239Mormon Church$ 2,397 00354.760Lot 17, District Lot 4135, KD, Plan 15166Sparwood Fellowship Baptist Church 1,324 02332.000 – 02334.000Lots 173, 174 and 175, District Lot 4589, KD, Plan 6786Pentecostal Assemblies 695 3020.001Lot 3, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan 7500Roman Catholic Bishop of Nelson 1,466 CHARITABLE / PHILANTHROPIC00017.000Lot A, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan NEP65387Lilac Terrace$ 3,651 00017.055Lot 1, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan 14478Seniors’ Drop-In Centre 767 00201.000 & 00222.000Lots 2-7, Block 1, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan 3099Sparwood Senior Citizen Society, Sparwood Senior Villas 8,198 03045.000Lot 45, District Lot 4589 KD, Lot 46, Plan NEP7008Elk Valley Thrift Shop Society 4,803 NON-PROFIT LESSEE OF DISTRICT PROPERTY OR PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC RECREATIONAL PURPOSES00817.000Part of Lot 1, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan NEP62835Sparwood Golf Club$ 6,232 00818.120Lot 2, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan NEP62835Sparwood Campground 3,963 00818.210Lot 1, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan NEP60574Chamber of Commerce / Visitor Centre 7,825 00831.121Part of Dedicated Park, District Lot 4588 KD, PlanEPP1730, shown on Exception Plan 13462Valley Riders – Sparwood Society 1,094 02398.001Lot A District Lot 4589, Kootenay District, Plan 19215Sparwood Treehouse Daycare 1,370 02399.000Lot A, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan 17278Lions Park storage building 640 02522.000Lot 22, District Lot 4589 KD, Plan 7003Sparwood Search and Rescue Society 5,814 03028.05District Lot 4589, Kootenay District, Plan NEP7008Royal Canadian Legions Michel Natal 1,527 00818.215District Lot 4589, Kootenay District, Plan NEP60574Michel Natal Sparwood Heritage Society 1,786 REVITALIZATION TAX EXEMPTIONS03076.100Lot 1, Plan EPP23685, District Lot 4589, Kootenay LandDistrictKomatsu (Joy Global (CANADA) Ltd)$  255,557 TOTAL EXEMPTIONS$ 309,109 S T A T E M E N T O F P E R M I S S I V E T A X E X E M P T I O N S I N 2 0 2 3Page 59

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