Towing Rates By-law Amendments
Motion 3 · Standing Committee of Council on Policy and Strategic Priorities, May 31, 2023
Summary
- Approved in principle increases to tow truck rates and fuel surcharges under the Impounding By-law and Vehicles for Hire By-law, aligning with ICBC's updated July 2022 rate schedule.
- Also approved repeal of the existing Impounding By-law and enactment of a new, streamlined version to clarify impounding procedures; no substantive policy changes proposed.
- Rate increases apply to charges to the public and to the City itself (e.g., moving City equipment).
- Responds to a contractual obligation to consider rate change requests from the City's tow contractor (Busters Towing) within 120 days of notification.