A report of the General Manager, Community Services Department was provided along with the following letters requesting to speak:
- Cameron Choquette, CEO, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated January 9, 2020;
- Katelyn Siggelkow, dated January 12, 2020; and
- Jennifer Altenberg, Pleasant Hill Community Association, dated January 12, 2020.
The following letters submitting comments were also provided and will be joined to the file:
- Ruth Engele, Renters of Saskatoon and Area (ROSA), dated January 14, 2020; and
- Shane Patridge, Pleasant Hill Community Association, dated January 14, 2020.
Licensing and Permitting Manager Wilson presented the report with a PowerPoint and responded to questions of the Committee along with Assistant Chief Rodger, Saskatoon Fire Department and Inspector Nogier, Saskatoon Police Service.
Cameron Choquette, CEO, Saskatchewan Landlord Association addressed the Committee in favour of the Crime Free Multi-Housing program, highlighting the importance of continued education for both landlords and renters.
Katelyn Siggelkow addressed the Committee regarding concerns of the accountability for one-unit dwellings, noting the Crime Free Multi-Housing program only targets apartment buildings.
The Committee made a motion to have David Fineday and Ruth Engele speak to the matter.
David Fineday addressed the Committee regarding past experiences with rental properties and boarded buildings in the Riversdale District highlighting a volunteer program that was established in the 1990s to inspect residences.
Ruth Engele, Renters of Saskatoon and Area (ROSA) addressed the Committee regarding the lack of education in the housing handbook and communication process. It was also noted that the program effectiveness has a barrier for addressing tenant safety.
It was noted Jennifer Altenberg, Pleasant Hill Community Association was not present.
Discussion followed.