MINUTES

REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL

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Council Chamber, City Hall
PRESENT:
  • His Worship, Mayor C. Clark, in the Chair
  • Councillor C. Block
  • Councillor T. Davies, at 9:36 a.m.
  • Councillor R. Donauer
  • Councillor B. Dubois
  • Councillor S. Gersher
  • Councillor H. Gough
  • Councillor D. Hill, via teleconference
  • Councillor Z. Jeffries, at 9:45 a.m.
  • Councillor D. Kirton
  • Councillor M. Loewen
ALSO PRESENT:
  • City Manager J. Jorgenson
  • City Solicitor C. Yelland
  • Chief Financial Officer C. Hack
  • General Manager, Community Services L. Lacroix
  • General Manager, Transportation & Construction T. Schmidt
  • General Manager, Utilities & Environment A. Gardiner
  • City Clerk A. Tittemore
  • Committee Assistant H. Janzen

The Chair called the meeting to order on Treaty 6 Territory and the Traditional Homeland of the Métis People and confirmed roll call. 

A Treaty Six and Métis Flag Ceremony took place.

Councillor Davies entered the meeting at 9:36 a.m.

Councillor Jeffries entered the meeting at 9:45 a.m. 

The meeting briefly recessed for pictures and reconvened with all members of Council in attendance with the exception of Councillor Block. 

2.

This item has attachments. 
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies
    1. That the letter submitting comments from Jason Hanson, dated May 22, 2024, be added to Item 8.1.1;
    2.  That the following letters submitting comments be added to Item 8.1.2;
      • Candace Savage, Swale Watchers, dated May 23, 2024;
      • Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated May 27, 2024;
    3.  That the following letters submitting comments be added to Item 8.2.1;
      • Tyrell Harder, dated May 21, 2024;
      • Kenneth Coutu, dated May 21, 2024;
      • Shirley Barlow, dated May 23, 2024;
      • Susan Hanna, dated May 23, 2024;
      • Emily Hopkins, dated May 24, 2024;
      • Rahatjan Judge, dated May 24, 2024;
      • Lynne Meredith, dated May 25, 2024;
      • Merlin Toth, dated May 25, 2024;
      • Gordon Sarty, dated May 27, 2024;
      • Mackenzie Johnson, dated May 27, 2024;
    4. That the following letters submitting comments be added to Item 8.2.2;
      • Tyrell Harder, dated May 21, 2024;
      • Kenneth Coutu, dated May 21, 2024;
      • Shirley Barlow, dated May 23, 2024;
      • Susan Hanna, dated May 23, 2024;
      • Emily Hopkins, dated May 24, 2024;
      • Rahatjan Judge, dated May 24, 2024;
      • Lynne Meredith, dated May 25, 2024;
      • Merlin Toth, dated May 25, 2024;
      • Laurence Thompson, dated May 26, 2024
      • Gordon Sarty, dated May 27, 2024;
      • Mackenzie Johnson, dated May 27, 2024;
    5. That the letter submitting comments from Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated May 27, 2024, be added to Item 8.3.2;
    6. That the following letters be added to Item 8.3.3
      • Ruqesting to Speak
        • Nicole Burgess, Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association, dated May 24, 2024;
      • Submitting Comments
        • Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated May 27, 2024; 
    7. That the letter submitting comments from Ari Avivi, dated May 23, 2024, be added to Item 9.1.1; 
    8. That the following letters be added to Item 10.1.1;
      • Requesting to Speak
        • Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Jan Norris, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Joanne Blythe, Wild About Saskatoon, dated May 27, 2024;
      • Submitting Comments
        • Geoffrey Svenkeson, dated May 23, 2024;
        • Colleen Ewanchyna, Swale Watchers, dated May 23, 2024;
        • Linda and Peter Klassen, Swale Watchers, dated May 24, 2024;
        • Joseph Monahan, dated May 24, 2024;
        • Pat Dowd, dated May 24, 2024;
        • Megan Van Buskirk, Saskatchewan Environmental Society, dated May 24, 2024;
        • Amber Fortowsky, dated May 24, 2024;
        • Kristi Fedoroff, dated May 24, 2024;
        • Cathy Surtees, dated May 25, 2024;
        • Stewart Coles, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - SK Chapter, dated May 25, 2024;
        • Robin Karpan, dated May 26, 2024;
        • Joan Stephens, dated May 26, 2024;
        • Deanna Schmidt, dated May 26, 2024;
        • Gavin Robertson, dated May 26, 2024;
        • Garret Gartner, dated May 26, 2024;
        • Tom Steele, dated May 26, 2024;
        • Marcia Main, dated May 26, 2024;
        • Jory Cadman, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Pedro Santander Ciminieri, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Taya Koob, dated May 27, 2027;
        • Shannon Klatt, dated May 27, 2027;
        • Meagan Jackson, dated May 27, 2027;
        • Karen Wood, dated May 27, 2027;
        • Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated May 27, 2027;
        • Karin and Richard Schwier, dated May 27, 2024:
        • Gabriela García-Luna, dated May 27, 2024:
        • Kathlin Simpkins, dated May 27, 2024:
        • Sanae Ko, dated May 27, 2024:
        • Susan Cross, dated May 27, 2024:
        • Keith Moen, NSBA - Saskatoon's Business Association, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Brooke Maatman, dated May 27, 2024;
        • John Paul Wasan, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Darcy Maatman, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Martha Carter, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Brad Sykes, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Angela Sykes, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Brooke Sykes, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Heather Ward, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Natasha Hubbard Murdoch, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Miranda Jones, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Daniel Schott, dated May 27, 2024;
    9. That the following letters be added to Item 10.4.1;
      • Requesting to Speak 
        • Jennifer Barrett, dated May 21, 2024;
        • Tyrell Harder, dated May 23, 2024;
        • Tracy Muggli, St. Paul's Hospital, dated May 23, 2024;
        • Gordon Taylor, The Salvation Army Crossroads Residential Services, dated May 23, 2024;
        • Nicola Classen, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Kayla DeMong, Prairie Harm Reduction, dated May 27, 2024;
        • David Fineday, dated May 27, 2024;
      • Submitting Comments 
        • Darla Read, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Sherry Tarasoff, dated May 27, 2024;
        • Allyson James-Lothm dated May 27, 2024; 
    10. That the following letters requesting to speak be added to Item 12.1;
      • Robert Pearce, dated May 24, 2024;
      • Karen Kobussen, dated May 27, 2024;
    11. That the items with speakers be considered immediately following consideration of the Consent Agenda:
      • 8.3.3
        • Nicole Burgess, Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association;
      • 10.1.1
        • Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers;
        • Jan Norris;
        • Joanne Blythe, Wild About Saskatoon;
      • 10.4.1
        • Jennifer Barrett;
        • Tyrell Harder;
        • Tracy Muggli, St. Paul's Hospital;
        • Gordon Taylor, The Salvation Army Crossroads Residential Services;
        • Nicola Classen;
        • Kayla DeMong, Prairie Harm Reduction; 
        • David Fineday;
      • 12.1
        • Robert Pearce; 
        • Karen Kobussen; and 
    12. ​That the agenda be confirmed as amended.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Block
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

There were no declarations of conflict of interest.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    ​That the minutes of the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on April 24, 2024, be approved.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Block
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Councillor Block re-entered the meeting at 10:12 a.m.


Mayor Clark

Mayor Clark expressed condolences on the passing of Alany Morante, who worked at the City of Saskatoon for three years as a building custodian.

Councillor Block

Councillor Block expressed condolences on the passing of Elwood Flynn on April 26, 2024, at the age of 91 commending his contributions to the city and the community.  

Councillor Kirton

Councillor Kirton expressed condolences on the passing of Clyde Boucherd, commending his dedication and passionate advocacy for the community in justice, equity, and community development.

A moment of silence was held for Alany, Elwood, and Clyde.

This is a standing item on the agenda in order to provide Council Members an opportunity to provide any public acknowledgements. 

Mayor Clark

  • Noted that he lost a bet to Mayor Clive Tolley of Moose Jaw regarding the playoff outcome between the Saskatoon Blades and the Moose Jaw Warriors. As a result, he wore a Moose Jaw Warriors jersey for the opening of the Council meeting. He also acknowledged the successful seasons of the Moose Jaw Warriors and Saskatoon Blades.
  • The City of Saskatoon and the City of Regina are participating in a blood donation challenge again this year to fill 2400 appointments and encouraged citizens to make an appointment at blood.ca or 1-888-2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283).

Councillor Donauer - Housing Accelerator Fund

Councillor Donauer asked about the housing accelerator fund, if the City is planning to put apartments and condo's at the entrance of every park and what the City's intentions are.

General Manager, Community Services Lacroix responded that the City is not putting housing developments at the entrance to every parkway. Director of Planning and Development Anderson also responded that the City has a Housing Action Plan to endorse initiatives.

Councillor Donauer - Pothole Repair

Councillor Donauer asked what the plan is and how aggressive the plan is this year for pothole repair.

General Manager, Transportation and Construction Schmidt responded that it has been a busy pothole season with more potholes reported to date then all of last year. The City has taken an aggressive approach and put more resources towards it. 

Councillor Dubois - Construction Schedules

Councillor Dubois asked about the construction schedules and if there will be any 24/7 work on major projects this year. 

General Manager, Transportation and Construction Schmidt responded that there are currently no projects scheduled for 24/7 work.

Councillor Dubois - Green Bins

Councillor Dubois asked about green bins contents getting stuck, if there has been education on needing to stir bin contents and if the drivers shake the carts during pick up.

General Manager, Utilities and Environment Gardiner responded that there is information on the City's website, and it is included in regular updates and communications. She noted that the bins are shaken during pick up.

Items 8.1.2, 8.3.2, 8.3.3 and 8.4.3 were removed from the Consent Agenda.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That the Committee recommendations contained in Items 8.1.1, 8.1.3, 8.1.4; 8.2.1 to 8.2.3; 8.3.1; 8.4.1, 8.4.2, 8.4.4 to 8.4.7; and 8.5.1 to 8.5.6 be adopted as one motion.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

    Item 8.3.3 was considered next. 


A letter submitting comments from Jason Hanson, dated May 22, 2024, is provided. 

    1. That Option 3, Implement Phases 1, 2, and 3 (Full Scope), be approved as the design and construction plan for Capital Project P.01955 – Utility Solar Scale Energy Implementation;
    2. That a budget increase to Capital Project P.01955 – Utility Solar Scale Energy Implementation in the amount of $4.07 million, funded by $1.84 million from the Electrical Distribution Extension Reserve and $2.23 million through borrowing, subject to a public hearing and intent to borrow report, be approved;
    3. That a budget increase to Capital Project P.01955 – Utility Solar Scale Energy Implementation in the amount of $2,566,550, funded by the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, be approved; and
    4. That Capital Project P.01955 – Utility Solar Scale Energy Implementation be exempted from the 10% downpayment provision required for capital projects funded through borrowing as stated in Council Policy No. C03-027 – Borrowing for Capital Projects.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the detailed design and construction of a dry storm pond in Cumberland Park proceed in 2025 to mitigate flooding near the intersection of Cumberland Avenue South and Main Street; and
    2. That the 1st Avenue North - 46th Street East location be approved as Project 7 within the Flood Control Strategy.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That the Office of the City Solicitor review and that the City Manager and City Clerk be authorized to sign an Amending Agreement that confirms the extension, funding and tasks as set out in the report.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

At the Standing Policy Committee on Environment Utilities and Corporate Services meeting on May 7, 2024, additional information was requested by the Committee to be included with the original materials and recommendations. Additional maps, Small Swale Ecological Extent and Small Swale Management Plan, were provided as requested.


The following letters submitting comments were also provided:

  1. Angela Spence, Chair, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee, dated May 21, 2024; 
  2. Candace Savage, Swale Watchers, dated May 23, 2024; and 
  3. Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated May 27, 2024.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Loewen introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services. General Manager, Utilities and Environment Gardiner provided a further introduction of the item.

Watershed Protection Manager Yobb responded to questions of Council. 

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough
    1. That the Natural Area Management Plans and Conceptual Master Plans for the Small Swale and RSBBAA be approved in principle; and
    2. That discussions with Meewasin on options and resources for site management at the Small Swale and RSBBAA continue.
    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen
    1. That sensitive shoreline nesting area protections and related species at risk educational signage be considered in further work on the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area Natural Area Management Plan; and 
    2. That the Small Swale extent map(s) be included for reference in the Small Swale NAMP and that areas 2, 3 and 4 be considered for inclusion in futures phases of the Small Swale NAMP, recognizing that area 4 is currently outside of City boundaries.
    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

    Item 8.3.2 was considered next.


8.2.1

This item has attachments. 

The following letters submitting comments are provided:

  1. Nancy Howse, dated May 6, 2024;
  2. Andrea DesRoches, dated May 19, 2024;
  3. Scott Wieting, dated May 19, 2024;
  4. Melinda Wieting, dated May 19, 2024;
  5. Stephanie Siemens, dated May 19, 2024;
  6. Arika Block, dated May 19, 2024;
  7. Gordon Holtslander, dated May 20, 2024;
  8. Naomi Piggott-Suchan, dated May 20, 2024;
  9. Paul Suchan, dated May 20, 2024;
  10. Jason Hanson, dated May 20, 2024;  
  11. Eduardo Marquez, dated May 21, 2024;
  12. Tyrell Harder, dated May 21, 2024;
  13. Kenneth Coutu, dated May 21, 2024;
  14. Shirley Barlow, dated May 23, 2024;
  15. Susan Hanna, dated May 23, 2024;
  16. Emily Hopkins, dated May 24, 2024;
  17. Rahatjan Judge, dated May 24, 2024;
  18. Lynne Meredith, dated May 25, 2024;
  19. Merlin Toth, dated May 25, 2024;
  20. Gordon Sarty, dated May 27, 2024; and 
  21. Mackenzie Johnson, dated May 27, 2024.
  • That Option 2A – Widen to the West – Separated Sidewalk be approved.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.2.2

This item has attachments. 

The following letters submitting comments are provided:

  1. Nancy Howse, dated May 6, 2024;
  2. Andrea DesRoches, dated May 19, 2024;
  3. Scott Wieting, dated May 19, 2024;
  4. Melinda Wieting, dated May 19, 2024;
  5. Stephanie Siemens, dated May 19, 2024;
  6. Arika Block, dated May 19, 2024;
  7. Gordon Holtslander, dated May 20, 2024;
  8. Naomi Piggott-Suchan, dated May 20, 2024;
  9. Paul Suchan, dated May 20, 2024;
  10. Jason Hanson, dated May 20, 2024;
  11. Eduardo Marquez, dated May 21, 2024;
  12. Tyrell Harder, dated May 21, 2024;
  13. Kenneth Coutu, dated May 21, 2024;
  14. Shirley Barlow, dated May 23, 2024;
  15. Susan Hanna, dated May 23, 2024;
  16. Emily Hopkins, dated May 24, 2024;
  17. Rahatjan Judge, dated May 24, 2024;
  18. Lynne Meredith, dated May 25, 2024;
  19. Merlin Toth, dated May 25, 2024;
  20. Laurence Thompson, dated May 26, 2024;
  21. Gordon Sarty, dated May 27, 2024; and
  22. Mackenzie Johnson, dated May 27, 2024.
    1. That the Administration implement a neighbourhood bikeway using rapid deployment on Route 6;
    2. That rapid deployment of Route 6, from College Drive to 14th Street, be installed in 2025.
    3. That rapid deployment of the remainder of Route 6, from 14th Street to Clarence Avenue at Circle Drive South, be considered as part of the 2026-2027 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget process.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 7862, The Residential Parking Program Bylaw, 1999 as outlined in the report of the Community Services Division, dated May 7, 2024, be approved; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 7862, The Residential Parking Program Bylaw, 1999.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That tax abatements totaling $1,036,719.95, for groups deemed eligible under the Recreation and Sport Tax Abatement Program, Assistance to Community Groups Social Services Program and the Culture Grant Program, be approved, as outlined in the report of the Community Services Division dated May 8, 2024.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

A letter submitting comments from Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated May 27, 2024, is provided.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Director of Planning and Development Anderson introduced the item, and she responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That the proposed approach for incentives funded by the Housing Accelerator Fund, outlined in the report of the Community Services Division dated May 8, 2024, be approved.

  • IN AMENDMENT

    Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the proposed approach for incentives funded by the Housing Accelerator Fund as outlined in this report be approved, including an expanded eligibility area for the Incentives for Rental Housing in Priority Growth Areas to include the Transit Development Area, if approved.

    In Favour: (7)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (4)Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED (7 to 4)
  • VOTE ON MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED

    That the proposed approach for incentives funded by the Housing Accelerator Fund, outlined in the report of the Community Services Division dated May 8, 2024, be approved, including an expanded eligibility area for the Incentives for Rental Housing in Priority Growth Areas to include the Transit Development Area, if approved.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

    Item 8.4.3 was considered next.


The following letters were provided:


Requesting to Speak

  1. Nicole Burgess, Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association, dated May 24, 2024.

Submitting Comments

  1. Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated May 27, 2024.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Davies introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services.

Council heard from Nicole Burgess, Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association, who also responded to questions of Council. 

City Solicitor Yelland, General Manager, Community Services Lacroix and Chief Financial Officer Hack responded to questions of Council. 

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer
    1. That a new city-wide levy be established, called the High School Land Levy, based on the year-to-year cost of acquiring 28 acres for future high-school sites for every four new neighbourhoods;
    2. That the existing School Land Levy be renamed to the Elementary School Land Levy;
    3. That Capital Project P.02600 Indoor Recreation Facilities be increased by $10.842M for the purchase of 13 acres, 9 acres for the high school site and 4 acres for the Leisure Centre, of serviced land from Dream Asset Management for the development of the joint high school and East Side Leisure Centre project funded as follows: $3.753M from the newly established High School Land Levy; $3.753M from the Province of Saskatchewan; and $3.336M from the Parks and Recreation Levy.
    4. That with respect to the proposed joint high school and East Side Leisure Centre, the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate funding contribution agreement(s), which terms are as set out in this report, and that His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreements under the Corporate Seal.
    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    5. That the Administration engage the province, the school boards, the builder community, and other relevant stakeholders to negotiate a better solution, with the view to reducing or cancelling the high school levy in the near future.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

    The meeting recessed at 11:23 a.m. and reconvened at 11:38 a.m. with all members of Council in attendance. 

    Item 10.1.1 was considered next.


  • That the Discover Saskatoon 2023 Report submitted under the letter dated April 30, 2024, be received as information.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That authorization be granted to the Chief Financial Officer to accept the terms of a $48.6M one to ten-year serial debenture from the City’s fiscal agent, provided the all-in cost of borrowing does not exceed 5.50%, and subject to approval of the appropriate Debenture Bylaw.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the Administration be authorized to acquire a portion of 2410 - 11th Street West, Lot 1 Block 116 Plan No. 89S20258, ISC Parcel Number: 119973213, being approximately 2,885 square feet from U-Haul Co. (Canada) Ltd./U-Haul Co. (Canada) Ltee for $46,160 as per the terms outlined in this report; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to have the appropriate agreements executed by His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk under the Corporate Seal.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the Administration be authorized to receive the donation of Parcel A, Parcel B, and Parcel C being approximately 78.22 acres from P.R. Developments Ltd. as per the terms outlined in this report;
    2. That the Administration be authorized to issue a charitable tax receipt to P.R. Developments Ltd. for $515,000.00 as per the details outlined in this report;
    3. That Administration undertake the necessary actions to have Parcel C named as Ellen Remai Natural Area, as part of City Policy C09-008, Naming of Civic Property and Development Areas, as further outlined in this report; and
    4. That the City Solicitor be requested to have the appropriate agreements prepared and executed by His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk under the Corporate Seal.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Donauer introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Finance.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. That City Council approve the expropriation of those portions of LSD 9 03-37-06-3 Ext 44 (Parcel No. 203411270) and Blk/Par A-Plan 102267772 Ext 1 (Parcel No. 203746686) shown as roadway on the Plan of Survey registered in the Information Services Corporation of Saskatchewan as Plan No. 102418499, for the purpose of widening and altering Neault Road and adjacent intersections;
    2. That the City Clerk be authorized to prepare all required notices under seal of the City in accordance with The Municipal Expropriation Act;
    3. That City Council consider Bylaw No. 9991, The Expropriation Bylaw, 2024; and
    4. That City Council deposit with the City Clerk a plan of the land to be taken, the specifications of the work to be done and a list of names of the assessed and registered owners of the land.
    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9991, the Expropriation Bylaw, 2024, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That Bylaw No. 9991 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9991 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That Bylaw No. 9991 now be read a THIRD time, that the bylaw be passed and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same and attach the corporate seal thereto.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the hour of the meeting be extended beyond 5:00 p.m. to 5:20 p.m.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

    Item 9.1.1 was considered next.


  • That Policy No. C01-028, The Flag and Proclamations Policy be amended to:

    1. Allow an organization to apply for up to two proclamations per calendar year(Option 2: Change the Policy to Allow Two Proclamations Per Organization Per Calendar Year); and
    2. Add requests for lighting displays at civic facilities to the Policy using the same criteria as flag raisings.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Daniel Ash be appointed as a citizen representative of the First Nations Community to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee to the end of 2025.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Steven Schneider be appointed as a citizen representative to the Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee to the to the end of 2025.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Danielle Kehler be appointed as a citizen representative of the First Nation or Métis Community to the Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee to the end of 2025.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Dianne Wilson be appointed as an agency representative for Nutana Community Association to the Marr Residence Management Board to the end of 2025.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That the following be appointed as citizen representatives to the Municipal Planning Commission to the end of 2026:

    • Carl Berglof
    • Brock Neufeldt
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

A letter submitting comments from Ari Avivi, dated May 23, 2024, was provided,

Councillor Loewen introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services.

Councillor Kirton temporarily excused himself from the meeting at 4:56 p.m.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough
    1. That a capital project be established in the amount of $22,110,000 to be funded through borrowing, subject to a public hearing and intent to borrow report; and
    2. That this capital project be exempted from the 10% downpayment provision required for capital projects funded through borrowing as stated in Council Policy C03-027.
    In Favour: (5)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, and Councillor Gersher
    Against: (5)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    Absent: (1)Councillor Kirton
    DEFEATED ON A TIED VOTE (5 to 5)
  • Councillor Kirton re-entered the meeting at 5:00 p.m.

    RECONSIDERATION MOTION

    Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That the following motion be reconsidered:

    1. That a capital project be established in the amount of $22,110,000 to be funded through borrowing, subject to a public hearing and intent to borrow report; and
    2. That this capital project be exempted from the 10% downpayment provision required for capital projects funded through borrowing as stated in Council Policy C03-027.
    In Favour: (8)Councillor Davies, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (3)Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Dubois
    CARRIED (8 to 3)
  • RECONSIDERATION

    Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton
    1. That a capital project be established in the amount of $22,110,000 to be funded through borrowing, subject to a public hearing and intent to borrow report; and
    2. That this capital project be exempted from the 10% downpayment provision required for capital projects funded through borrowing as stated in Council Policy C03-027.
    In Favour: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (5)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    CARRIED (6 to 5)

    Councillor Gersher excused herself from the meeting at 5:02 p.m.


Councillor Loewen introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services.

City Solicitor Yelland and Director of Emergency Management Organization Goulden-McLeod responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies
    1. That the City of Saskatoon enter into a Contribution Agreement with the Cities of Warman and Martensville for the Regional Training Facility on the terms outlined in this report;
    2. That Capital Project P.01971 Fire - Fire Training Facility be increased by $419,300 to be funded by contributions of $219,000 from the City of Warman and $200,300 from the City of Martensville; and
    3. That the City Solicitor be requested to have the appropriate agreement executed by His Worship the Mayor, and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement under the Corporate Seal.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 10.3.1 was considered next.


10.1.1

This item has attachments. 

The following letters were provided:


Requesting to Speak

  1. Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers, dated May 27, 2024;
  2. Jan Norris, dated May 27, 2024; and
  3. Joanne Blythe, Wild About Saskatoon, dated May 27, 2024.

Submitting Comments

  1. Vanessa Hyggen, dated March 4, 2024;
  2. Geoffrey Svenkeson, dated May 23, 2024;
  3. Colleen Ewanchyna, Swale Watchers, dated May 23, 2024;
  4. Linda and Peter Klassen, Swale Watchers, dated May 24, 2024;
  5. Joseph Monahan, dated May 24, 2024;
  6. Pat Dowd, dated May 24, 2024;
  7. Megan Van Buskirk, Saskatchewan Environmental Society, dated May 24, 2024;
  8. Amber Fortowsky, dated May 24, 2024;
  9. Kristi Fedoroff, dated May 24, 2024;
  10. Cathy Surtees, dated May 25, 2024;
  11. Stewart Coles, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - SK Chapter, dated May 25, 2024;
  12. Robin Karpan, dated May 26, 2024;
  13. Joan Stephens, dated May 26, 2024;
  14. Deanna Schmidt, dated May 26, 2024;
  15. Gavin Robertson, dated May 26, 2024;
  16. Garret Gartner, dated May 26, 2024;
  17. Tom Steele, dated May 26, 2024;
  18. Marcia Main, dated May 26, 2024;
  19. Jory Cadman, dated May 27, 2024; 
  20. Pedro Santander Ciminieri, dated May 27, 2024;
  21. Taya Koob, dated May 27, 2027;
  22. Shannon Klatt, dated May 27, 2027;
  23. Meagan Jackson, dated May 27, 2027;
  24. Karen Wood, dated May 27, 2027; 
  25. Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated May 27, 2027;
  26. Karin and Richard Schwier, dated May 27, 2024:
  27. Gabriela García-Luna, dated May 27, 2024:
  28. Kathlin Simpkins, dated May 27, 2024:
  29. Sanae Ko, dated May 27, 2024:
  30. Susan Cross, dated May 27, 2024:
  31. Keith Moen, NSBA - Saskatoon's Business Association, dated May 27, 2024:
  32. Brooke Maatman, dated May 27, 2024;
  33. John Paul Wasan, dated May 27, 2024;
  34. Darcy Maatman, dated May 27, 2024;
  35. Martha Carter, dated May 27, 2024;
  36. Brad Sykes, dated May 27, 2024;
  37. Angela Sykes, dated May 27, 2024;
  38. Brooke Sykes, dated May 27, 2024
  39. Heather Ward, dated May 27, 2024;
  40. Natasha Hubbard Murdoch, dated May 27, 2024;
  41. Miranda Jones, dated May 27, 2024; and 
  42. Daniel Schott, dated May 27, 2024.

Director of Transportation Magus presented the report with a PowerPoint. 

Council heard from the following:

  • Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers;
  • Jan Norris; and 
  • Joanne Blythe, Wild About Saskatoon.

Director of Transportation Magus and City Manager Jorgenson responded to questions of Council. Director, Design Delivery - Regina, Ministry of Highways Brent Miller was in attendance, via teleconference, and also responded to questions of Council.  

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That City Council endorse the Saskatoon Freeway Functional Planning Study – Phase 2 Functional Design Report and supporting appendices.

    In Favour: (6)Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Block, and Councillor Dubois
    Against: (5)Councillor Hill, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED (6 to 5)
  • MOTION ARISING

    Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That the Mayor be asked to correspond with the Province to urge the government to clearly outline its commitment to best environmental protection practices, in order to provide community clarity, such as an environmental impact assessment at the appropriate time, regardless if one is required.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

    The meeting recessed at 12:48 p.m. and reconvened at 1:37 p.m. with all members of Council in attendance.

    Item 10.4.1 was considered next.


General Manager, Community Services Lacroix presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That City Council approve the submission of an application for funding to the Targeted Sector Support Initiative for the Intermunicipal Investment Readiness Strategy with the City of Saskatoon as lead applicant, in partnership with the R.M. of Corman Park, City of Warman, City of Martensville and Town of Osler.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 11.1 was considered next.


The following letters were provided:


Requesting to Speak

  1. Jennifer Barrett, dated May 21, 2024;
  2. Tyrell Harder, dated May 23, 2024;
  3. Tracy Muggli, St. Paul's Hospital, dated May 23, 2024;
  4. Gordon Taylor, The Salvation Army Crossroads Residential Services, dated May 23, 2024;
  5. Nicola Classen, dated May 27, 2024; 
  6. Kayla DeMong, Prairie Harm Reduction, dated May 27, 2024; and 
  7. David Fineday, dated May 27, 2024.

Submitting Comments

  1. Darla Read, dated May 27, 2024;
  2. Sherry Tarasoff, dated May 27, 2024; and 
  3. Allyson James-Lothm dated May 27, 2024.

Director of Emergency Management Organization Goulden-McLeod presented the report with a PowerPoint. 

Council heard from the following speakers:

  • Jennifer Barrett;
  • Tracy Muggli, St. Paul's Hospital, who responded to questions;
  • Gordon Taylor, The Salvation Army Crossroads Residential Services, who responded to questions;
  • Kayla DeMong, Prairie Harm Reduction, who responded to questions; and 
  • David Fineday, dated May 27, 2024, who responded to questions. 

Director of Emergency Management Organization Goulden-McLeod responded to questions of Council. 

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That the Administration proceed with the three options described in this report including

    1. Option 4 – Contracted staffed purchased, used washroom trailer;
    2. Option 6 – Pilot project for one contracted staffed Riverbank Public Washroom;
    3. Option 7 Additional drinking water; and
    4. $702,400 be allocated from the Reserve for Capital Expenditures to Capital Project 2652 to enact these options.

       

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • MOTION ARISING

    Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the Administration report back for the 2025 budget deliberations with proposed investment for City-led ongoing provision of 24/7 washrooms in the Pleasant Hill/Riversdale area including a transition to 365 days of operation.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
  • MOTION ARISING

    Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That further reporting be provided outlining a pathway for the City to permanently address the washroom and drinking water gaps outlined in this report. That this include investigation of partnership opportunities such as community-partnered navigation facility with integrated provincial services/supports and consider the recommendations and materials from the Public Washrooms Advisory Committee.

    In Favour: (11)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

    Item 12.1 was considered next.


City Clerk Tittemore presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9992, the Election Amendment Bylaw, 2024, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That Bylaw No. 9992 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9992 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That Bylaw No. 9992 now be read a THIRD time, that the bylaw be passed and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same and attach the corporate seal thereto.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9998, the Traffic Amendment Bylaw, 2024 (No.3) and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That Bylaw No. 9998 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9998 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That Bylaw No. 9998 now be read a THIRD time, that the bylaw be passed and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same and attach the corporate seal thereto.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 13 was considered next.


The following letters requesting to speak were provided:

  1. Robert Pearce, dated May 24, 2024; and 
  2. Karen Kobussen, dated May 27, 2024.

City Manager Jorgenson presented the report. 

Council heard from the following:

  • Robert Pearce, who responded to questions; and 
  • Karen Kobussen, who responded to questions.

City Manager Jorgenson responded to questions of Council. 

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (1)Councillor Hill
    CARRIED (10 to 1)

    The meeting recessed at 3:49 p.m. and reconvened at 4:08 p.m. with all members of Council in attendance. 

    Item 8.1.2 was considered next.


The meeting adjourned at 5:14 p.m.

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