Updates from the Tsawwassen Legislature – October 24, 2024

The Tsawwassen Legislature convened last night to address several important matters related to property tax, membership, and election procedures. With a full agenda of critical updates, legislators, advisors, and committee members presented recommendations and reports that reflect our shared commitment to responsive and transparent governance. 

Here’s a summary of the key points: 

  • Advisory Council and Leasehold Residents Advisory Council Reports on Property Tax Bill 
  • Property Tax Bill – 2nd & 3rd Readings 
  • Advisory Council Report on Membership Act Bill 
  • Enrolment Committee Report on Membership Act Bill 
  • Membership Act Bill – 2nd Reading 
  • Introduction of Election Act Resolution 

In a significant step forward for our governance, a new Election Act Resolution was introduced. The Legislature agreed to refer this resolution to the Advisory Council for further review, ensuring it meets the community’s needs for a fair and transparent electoral process. 

The Legislature also enacted Bill 003-2024, amending the Property Taxation Act to provide TFN with tools for better management of property taxation on Tsawwassen Lands. 

Legislators conducted the Second Reading of Bill 004-2024, which amends the Membership Act to remove the prohibition against dual membership with foreign Indigenous entities. This reading sparked productive discussion, with legislators sharing diverse perspectives on the bill. 

Additionally, a resolution to enact a new Election Act in 2025 was introduced and referred to the Advisory Council for their review and input. Legislators will hear reports and a presentation on this resolution next week. 

The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, and the livestream will be available on our website and social media channels. 

Here is a link to the recording of last night’s meeting: https://vimeo.com/event/4673908?fbclid=IwY2xjawGItrlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHY5sNpnu7tLxPChH2PxzagnrNxXEilAt6Tft0h4U1xEQ_Z3hepjXOX_Thg_aem_UDfXV5YiJ0ZHCR7ZVy-mLQ 

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