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
  • Councillor R. Donauer
  • Councillor B. Dubois
  • Councillor S. Gersher
  • Councillor H. Gough
  • Councillor D. Hill
  • Councillor Z. Jeffries
  • Councillor D. Kirton
  • Councillor M. Loewen
ALSO PRESENT:
  • City Manager J. Jorgenson
  • City Solicitor C. Yelland
  • General Manager, Community Services L. Lacroix
  • Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Financial Services K. Tarasoff
  • General Manager, Transportation & Construction T. Schmidt
  • General Manager, Utilities & Environment A. Gardiner
  • City Clerk A. Tittemore
  • Deputy City Clerk S. Bryant

1.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND CALL TO ORDER
 

Mayor Clark called the meeting to order on Treaty 6 Territory and the Traditional Homeland of the Métis People followed by the National Anthem.   Roll call was confirmed.

2.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
This item has attachments. 

1.8.2.3 Communication D. Kossick_Redacted.pdf
2.8.2.3 Communication M. Winter_Redacted.pdf
3.8.2.3 Communication J. Naylor_Redacted.pdf
4.8.3.2 Request to Speak L. Swystun_Redacted.pdf
5.8.3.2 Request to Speak A. Pollock_Redacted.pdf
6.8.3.2 Communication B. Biddle_Redacted.pdf
7.8.3.2 Communication D. Leszko_Redacted.pdf
8.8.3.2 Communication K. Ollenberg_Redacted.pdf
9.8.3.2 Communication S. Isbister_Redacted.pdf
10.8.3.5 Communication J. Aebig_Redacted.pdf
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Hill
    1. That the report of the Administration - Implementation Plan for the Framework for Measures to Mitigate COVID-19 Transmission in Saskatoon - be added as Urgent Business Item 16.1;
    2. That the following letters be added to Item 8.2.3:
           1. Donald Kossick, dated September 26, 2021;
           2. Mike Winter, dated September 26, 2021; and
           3. Jonathan Naylor, September 27, 2021.
    3. That the following letters be added to Item 8.3.2:
      1. Request to Speak
           1. Lenore Swystun, dated September 25, 2021; and
           2. Adam Pollock, dated September 26,2021.
      2. Submitting Comments:
           1. Barb Biddle. dated September 26, 2021;
           2. Donna Leszko, dated September 26, 2021; 
           3. Ken Ollenberg, dated September 27, 2021; and
           4. Shirley Isbister, dated September 27, 2021
    4. That the comments from Jason Aebig, dated September 24, 2021 be added to Item 8.3.5;
    5. That the following speakers be heard immediately following consideration of the Consent Agenda:
      1. 8.3.2 - Lenore Swystun and Adam Pollock
      2. 8.4.2 - Alex Fallon
    6. That item 16.1 be brought forward and considered with item 8.5.3 immediately following the items with speakers.
    7. ​That the agenda be confirmed as amended.
    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)

3.
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
 

There were no declarations of conflict of interest.  

4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
This item has attachments. 

1.Minutes - Regular Businesse Meeting_Aug30_2021.pdf
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That the minutes of the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on August 30, 2021, be adopted.

    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)

5.
PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
 

5.1
In Remembrance of Dariusz Kuzma [File No. CK 150-1]
 

Mayor Clark provided condolences on behalf of City Council to the family and colleagues of the late Dariusz Kuzma who recently passed away.  Dariusz was a City of Saskatoon employee with Parking Services Department in the Community Services Division.  

5.2
In Remembrance of Dr. Stuart Houston [File No. CK 150-1]
 

Mayor Clark expressed condolences for the late Dr. Stuart Houston acknowledging his accomplishments in the community. 

5.3
In Remembrance of Robert (Bobby) Kirkness [File No. CK 150-1]
 

Councillor Kirton expressed condolences for the late Bobby Kirkness acknowledging his work in the community. 

  • A moment of silence in remembrance of Dariusz, Dr. Houston and Bobby was held. 


5.4
Acknowledgement - AIDS Walk Volunteers [File No. CK 150-1]
 

Councillor Gough acknowledged the volunteers of the 2021 Saskatoon AIDS Walk and recognized the partners involved: OUT Saskatoon, Saskatoon Prairie Harm Reduction and Saskatoon Central Health Centre.

5.5
Acknowledgement - William (Bill) and Eftyhia (Effie) Geatros [File No. CK 150-1]
 

Councillor Block acknowledged Bill and Effie Gatros, former owners of the Ritz Block and former operators of the Ritz Hotel and Cafe. They grew and honoured their roots in downtown Saskatoon as mentors to the Greek community.

5.6
Acknowledgements - Mayor C. Clark [File No. CK 150-1]
 

Mayor Clark provided the following general acknowledgements:


- Afghani refugees arriving in Saskatoon


- Federal Election, September 20, 2021, and congratulating the successful elected candidates in Saskatoon


- Canada's Top Growing Companies, including four located in Saskatoon


- Heroic efforts of all healthcare workers during COVID

6.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
 

6.1
Central Industrial Area Traffic Review [File No. CK 6320-1]
This item has attachments. 

1.Admin Report - Central Industrial Area Traffic Review(1).pdf
2.Append 1 - Central Industrial Area Traffic Review(1).pdf

The City Clerk reported that City Council at its Regular Business Meeting held on July 26, 2021, deferred this matter to the September 27, 2021 Regular Business Meeting.

General Manager, Transportation and Construction introduced the item and together with Director of Transportation Magus responded to questions.

  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the Administration do public consultation, including a member of the Transportation Department and the Executive of the City Park Community Association, to discuss the draft report and crossing at Princess Street and 2nd Avenue with a report back.

    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)

7.
QUESTION PERIOD
 

7.1
Councillor S. Gersher - Highway 41 and Highway 5 Intersection Review [File No. CK 6330-1]
 

Councillor Gersher asked for an update on the investigation and work plan for the intersection of Highway 41 and Highway 5.


Director of Transportation Magus provided the process the City takes in these situations.

7.2
Councillor C. Block - Update on Residential Parking Permit Program [File No. CK 6120-4-2]
 

Councillor Block asked for an update on Residential Parking Permit Program since the bylaw was passed.


Director of Community Standards Richter provided an update and estimated timelines for implementation.   As a follow-up, Councillor Block asked if the petitions already in the cue could be moved forward and Ms. Richter noted those petitions will be coming forward to City Council outside of the administration's implementation process.  

7.3
Councillor B. Dubois - Transit - Plexiglass Barriers [File No. CK 1402 x270-7]
 

Councillor Dubois asked for an update on the installation of the plexiglass barriers in buses.  


Director of Saskatoon Transit McDonald provided an update of the installation timelines.

7.4
Councillor B. Dubois - Transit - Masking Mandate [File No. CK 270-7]
 

Councillor Dubois asked what the compliance rate is for mandatory masking on buses has been.


Director of Saskatoon Transit McDonald provided compliance rates were less than 1% of those not wearing masks.  It was also confirmed that Transit Operators do not engage with those that do not comply and advised of the process that is followed.

7.5
Councillor D. Hill - Fall Street Sweep Update [File No. CK 6315-3]
 

Councillor Hill asked for an update on the fall street sweep scheduling and communications.


Director of Roadways, Fleet and Support Saric indicated the schedule for the fall sweep will be posted mid-October to the City's website and will include a communications strategy.

7.6
Councillor D. Hill - Residential Parking Permit Program [File No. CK 6120-4-2]
 

Councillor Hill asked which neighbourhoods have pending action for residential parking permits.


Director of Community Standards Richter indicated there are outstanding petitions in City Park and Varsity View neighbourhoods.

8.
CONSENT AGENDA
 

Items 8.2.2; 8.2.3; 8.3.2; 8.4.2; and 8.5.3 were removed from the Consent Agenda.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the Committee recommendations contained in Items 8.1.1; 8.2.1; 8.3.1; 8.3.3 to 8.3.5; 8.4.1; 8.4.3 to 8.4.5; and 8.5.1; 8.5.2 and 8.5.4 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 8.3.2 was considered next.


8.1
Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services
 

8.1.1
Fire Station No. 5 Replacement - Capital Budget Adjustment [File No. CK 630-1 x 1702-1]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Fire Station No. 5 Replacement - Capital Budget Adjustment.pdf
2.Admin Report - Fire Station No. 5 Replacement - Capital Budget Adjustment.pdf

  • That Capital Project #2508 - Fire Station No. 5 Replacement be increased by $1,600,000, to be funded from the Civic Facilities Funding Plan for $1,600,000, or, if external funding is approved, to be funded from the Civic Facilities Funding Plan for $850,000 and $750,000 from the Canada Community Revitalization Fund.

8.2
Standing Policy Committee Transportation
 

8.2.1
Walkway Evaluation and Closure – Draft New Policy [File No. CK. 6295-0]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Walkway Evaluatrion and Closure .pdf
2.Admin Report - Walkway Evaluation and Closure - New Policy.pdf
3.Append 1 - Walkway Evaluation and Closure Process Flowchart.pdf
4.Append 2 - New Walkway Evaluation and Closure Policy.pdf
5.7.1.3 - SPC Trans - Comments - Brad Bourhis_Redacted.pdf

  • That the Administration be directed to continue to work with residents to mitigate the effects of walkways with CPTED reviews, improve maintenance, safety plans etc.

8.2.2
Roadways Emergency Response Plan for Extreme or Unusual Snow Events [File No. CK. 270-8]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Roadways Emergency Response Plan for Extreme or Unusual Snow Events .pdf
2.Admin Report - Roadways Emergency Response Plan for Extreme or Unusual Snow Events -Sept 2021.pdf
3.Append 1 - City of Saskatoon Roadways Emergency Response Plan.pdf

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Dubois introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation. 

General Manager, Transportation and Construction Schmidt responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the Roadways Emergency Response Plan as provided within the report of the General Manager, Transportation and Construction dates September 7, 2021, be approved in principle.

    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 Kirton

    That Administration report to the appropriate committee with respect to the results of ongoing continuous improvement investigations to mitigate noise nuisance at snow storage sites for nearby residents.

    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)

8.2.3
Residential Speed Limit Review – Speed Limit and Eligible Streets [File No. CK. 6320-1]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Residential Speed Limit Review – Speed Limit and Eligible Streets .pdf
2.Admin Report - Residential Speed Limit Review - Speed Limit and Eligible Streets.pdf
3.Append 1 - Council History.pdf
4.Append 2 - Triple Bottom Line Assessment.pdf
5.Append 3 - Saskatoon Transit Feedback.pdf
6.Append 4 - Anticipated Residential Speed Limit Review Project Schedule.pdf
7.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Ken Schultz_Redacted.pdf
8.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Trevor Neufeld_Redacted.pdf
9.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Rick Desmarais_Redacted.pdf
10.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Mike Smith_Redacted.pdf
11.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Brynn Harris-Hamm_Redacted.pdf
12.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Nathan Elke_Redacted.pdf
13.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Glenn Stephenson_Redacted.pdf
14.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Don Kossick_Redacted.pdf
15.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Graham Woodworth_Redacted(1).pdf
16.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Kevin Dunbar_Redacted(1).pdf
17.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Peter Gallen_Redacted(1).pdf
18.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Bryan Cole_Redacted(1).pdf
19.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Samantha Molle_Redacted(1).pdf
20.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Braedon Stefanyshyn_Redacted(1).pdf
21.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Ken Andreen_Redacted(1).pdf
22.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Ramona Friesen_Redacted(1).pdf
23.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Naomi Piggot-Suchan_Redacted(1).pdf
24.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Laurence Thompson_Redacted(1).pdf
25.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Treyton Zary_Redacted(1).pdf
26.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Sherry Tarasoff_Redacted(1).pdf
27.7.3.1 - SPC Trans - Mike Winter - Walking Saskatoon_Redacted(1).pdf
28.8.2.3 Communication D. Kossick_Redacted(1).pdf
29.8.2.3 Communication M. Winter_Redacted(1).pdf
30.8.2.3 Communication J. Naylor_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters submitting comments were provided:


- Donald Kossick, dated September 26, 2021;
- Mike Winter, dated September 26, 2021; and
- Jonathan Naylor, September 27, 2021

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Dubois introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation.

Director of Transportation Magus responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton
    1. That the Administration report back on the costs, grant options, and feasibility of a Speed Watch program, with a plan to adopt such a program or carry out a limited pilot project to help assess its worth; and
    2. That additional information about potential capital funding sources be included in the reports to City Council including external sources.
    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED (9 to 2)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That the Administration report back with information related to the 85th percentile standard, including options to adjust this standard in order to improve the ease of traffic calming measure implementation.

    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 11.2.1 was considered next.


8.3
Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services
 

8.3.1
Civic Naming Committee - Third Quarter Report 2021 [File No. CK 6310-1]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - CNC - Third Quarter 2021.pdf
2.CNC - Third Quarter 2021.pdf
3.Admin Report - CNC - Third Quarter Report 2021.pdf
4.Append 1 - Prioritized Names Master List .pdf
5.Append 2 - Original Submission - Hill-Hampson_Redacted.pdf
6.Append 3 - Original Submission - Jinnah_Redacted.pdf
7.Append 4 - Original Submission - Kyle_Redacted.pdf
8.Append 5 - Original Submission - Nazarali_Redacted.pdf
9.Append 6 - Original Submission - Pepper_Redacted.pdf

  • That the information be received.

8.3.2
West Industrial Area – Industrial–Residential Interface Study [File No. CK 4110-39, x375-2]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - West Industrial Area - Industrial-Residential Interface Study.pdf
2.Admin Report - West Industrial Area – Industrial–Residential Interface Study.pdf
3.Append 1 - West Industrial Local Area Plan Overview.pdf
4.Append 2 - Heavy Industrial Residential Interface Maps.pdf
5.Append 3 - Industrial-Residential Interface Study - Project Phasing Plan.pdf
6.Append 4 - Summary of Responsibility for Enforcing Performance Standards.pdf
7.Append 5 - Confidential Solicitor Client Privilege.pdf
8.7.1.3 - Comments - W2CC Representatives.pdf
9.8.3.2 Request to Speak L. Swystun_Redacted(1).pdf
10.8.3.2 Request to Speak A. Pollock_Redacted(1).pdf
11.8.3.2 Communication B. Biddle_Redacted(1).pdf
12.8.3.2 Communication D. Leszko_Redacted(2).pdf
13.8.3.2 Communication K. Ollenberg_Redacted(1).pdf
14.8.3.2 Communication S. Isbister_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters were provided:

    1. Requesting to Speak
      1. Lenore Swystun, dated September 25, 2021; and 
      2. Adam Pollock, dated September 26, 2021.
    2. Submitting Comments
      1. Barb Biddle, dated September 26, 2021;
      2. Donna Leszko, dated September 26, 2021; 
      3. Ken Ollenberg, dated September 27, 2021; and
      4. Shirley Isbister, dated September 27, 2021

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Loewen introduced the item as Vice Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Corporate Services.

Council received a PowerPoint with audio from Adam Pollock and heard from Lenore Swystun who spoke on behalf of the Caswell Hill Community Association.

Director of Planning and Development Anderson together with Director of Saskatoon Land Long responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That outreach relating to the Industrial Land Incentives Program be expedited and targeted in the West Industrial area with operations that have been subject of nuisance complaints.

    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)

    Item 8.4.2 was considered next.


8.3.3
58th Street Pond – Saskatoon Track “N” Trail Motocross Club [File No. CK 5500-1]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - 58th Street Pond-Stoon Track N Trail Motocross Club.pdf
2.Admin Report - 58th Street Pond – Saskatoon Track and Trail Club.pdf
3.Append 1 - Letter of Support - Saskatoon Water Ski Club.pdf
4.Append 2 - Saskatoon Track N Trail Motocross Club - Ice Riding Segment.pdf

  • That approval be given to the Saskatoon Track “N’ Trail Motocross Club to enter into a sub-license agreement with the Saskatoon Water Ski Club for use of the 58th Street North Industrial Pond for winter recreation use.

8.3.4
Parking Lot Access and Leisure Centre Access Agreements with Saskatchewan Polytechnic [File No. CK 613-2]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Prking Lot and Leisure Centre Access with SK Polytechnic.pdf
2.Admin Report - Parking Lot Access and Leisure Centre Access Agreements with Saskatchewan Polytechnic.pdf
    1. That the City enter into an agreement with Saskatchewan Polytechnic to provide students and staff access to the parking lot south of Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre, based on the terms and conditions outlined in the September 13, 2021 report of the General Manager, Community Services;
    2. That the City enter into an agreement with Saskatchewan Polytechnic to provide students, staff, alumni, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Students’ Association and their families, access to City Leisure Centres for rentals and drop-in programs based on terms and conditions outlined in the September 13, 2021 report of the General Manager, Community Services; and
    3. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate agreements and that His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreements under the Corporate Seal.

8.3.5
Winter Parking Patio Pilot [File No. CK 4350-017-001]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Winter Parking Patio Pilot.pdf
2.Admin Report - Winter Parking Patio Pilot.pdf
3.Append 1- Sidewalk Café and Parking Patio Guidelines.pdf
4.8.3.5 Communication J. Aebig_Redacted(1).pdf

Letter from Jason Aebig, dated September 24, 2021 is provided. 

  • That the Sidewalk Café and Parking Patio Guidelines be amended to permit parking patios to operate year-round, subject to development standards, as outlined in Appendix 1 of the September 13, 2021 report of the General Manager, Community Services.

8.4
Standing Policy Committee on Finance
 

8.4.1
Meewasin Valley Authority - March 31, 2021 Financial Statements [File No. CK 1870-10]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Meewasin Valley Authority - March 31, 2021 Financial Statements.pdf
2.Scan-20210720-011925PM.pdf

  • That the Meewasin Valley Authority Financial Statements dated March 31, 2021 be received for information.

8.4.2
SREDA Funding Agreement 2022-2023 [File No. CK 1870-10]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - SREDA Funding Agreement 2022-2023 .pdf
2.Admin Report - SREDA Funding Agreement 2022-2025.pdf
3.Request to Speak A. Fallon_Redacted.pdf

A request to speak from Alex Fallon, Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority, dated September 17, 2021 was provided.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

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

Alex Fallon, SREDA, asked Council to consider approving a four-year (2022-2025) funding agreement.

Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Hill
    1. That the City Solicitor be instructed to prepare the four-year (2022-2025) Funding Agreement at the rate of $885,500 per year; and
    2. That His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute and deliver the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority Funding Agreement.
    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 2:55 p.m. and reconvened at 3:10 p.m. with all members of Council in attendance.

    Item 8.5.3 was considered next.


8.4.3
Approval of Fraud Policy [File No. CK 1600-00]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Approval of Fraud Policy.pdf
2.Admin Report - Approval of Fraud Policy.pdf
3.Append 1 - Draft Fraud Policy.pdf

  • That the Fraud Policy contained in Appendix 1 of the report of the Chief Financial Officer dated September 13, 2021, be approved.

8.4.4
2021 Financial Forecast – City of Saskatoon’s Corporate Business Plan and Budget [File No. CK 430-72 x 1700-1]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - 2021 Financial Forecast - City of Saskatoon's Corporate Business Plan and Budget.pdf
2.Admin Report - 2021 Financial Forecast - City of Saskatoon's Corporate Business Plan and Budget.pdf
3.Append 1 - 2021 Year-End Projection by Business Line.pdf

  • That the Province of Saskatchewan funds received for prior years highway maintenance in the amount of $1.25 million be held in contingency to offset the financial risk in the 2021 fiscal year.

8.4.5
Amendments to Council Policy No. C02-032 - Internal Audit Charter [File No. CK 1600-0]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Amendments to Council Policy No. C02-032 - Internal Audit Charter.pdf
2.Admin Report - Amendments to Council Policy No. C02-032 - Internal Audit Charter.pdf
3.Append 1 - Proposed Amendments - Council Policy No. C02-032 Internal Audit Charter Update.pdf
    1. That the proposed amendments to Council Policy No. C02-032 Internal Audit Charter, as outlined in the report of the City Internal Auditor dated August 16, 2021, be approved; and
    2. That the City Clerk be requested to update the Council Policy No. C02-032.

8.5
Governance and Priorities Committee
 

8.5.1
2022 Appointments of Deputy Mayor (CK 255-3)
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - 2022 Appointments of Deputy Mayor.pdf
2.Admin Report - 2022 Appointments of Deputy Mayor.pdf
3.Append 1 - Proposed Appointments of DM - 2022.pdf

  • That the 2022 appointments of Deputy Mayor, as described in the report of the City Clerk dated September 20, 2021 and detailed in Appendix 1, be approved.

8.5.2
2022 City Council and Committee Meeting Schedule (CK 255-1)
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - 2022 City Council and Committee Meeting Schedule.pdf
2.Admin Report - 2022 City Council and Committee Meeting Schedule.pdf
3.Append 1 - Proposed 2022 Meeting Calendar.pdf

  • That the 2022 Council and Committee meeting calendar, as set out in Appendix 1 to the report of the City Clerk dated September 20, 2021, be approved.

8.5.3
Framework for Measures to Mitigate the Transmission of COVID-19 in Saskatoon [CK 270-7]
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Framework for Measures to Mitigate the Transmission of COVID-19 in Saskatoon .pdf
2.Framework for measures to mitigate the transmission of COVID-19 in Saskatoon.pdf
3.Appendix 1- A Review of COVID-19 Statistics -Week ending September 15 2021.pdf
4.Appendix 2-Framework for measures to mitigate the transmission of COVID-19 in Saskatoon.pdf
5.Appendix 3 - Hierarchy of Controls.pdf
6.Appendix 4 City-operated facilities included in this framework and facilities excluded from this framework.pdf

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.  Pursuant to earlier resolution, Item 16.1 was brought forward and considered with this item.

Director of Emergency Management Goulden-McLeod introduced the items with a PowerPoint and together with City Manager Jorgenson responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the COVID-19 Mitigation Framework as proposed in Appendix 2 to the report of the Administration dated September 20, 2021, be 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 8.2.2 was considered next.


8.5.4
Deferred Recommendation - Leave of Absence Policy (CK 4690-0)
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - Deferred Recommendation - Leave of Absence Policy.pdf

  • That the leave of absence policy provide that each member of Council prepare a written plan setting out the details of how the member’s duties will be covered during the leave and submit the plan to the Mayor and City Manager, in the case of members of Council, and, in the case of the Mayor, the City Manager for review and feedback.

8.5.5
2022 Appointments – Members of City Council to Standing Policy Committees (CK 225-4-3)
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - 2022 Appointments - Members of City Council to Standing Policy Committees.pdf
    1. That all members of City Council be appointed to the Governance and Priorities Committee for 2022; and
    2. That the following appointments of members of City Council to each Standing Policy Committee (SPC) for 2022, be approved:

       

    SPC Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services

    Councillor T. Davies

    Councillor S. Gersher

    Councillor H. Gough

    Councillor D. Hill

    Councillor M. Loewen

     

    SPC on Transportation

    Councillor R. Donauer

    Councillor B. Dubois

    Councillor D. Hill

    Councillor Z. Jeffries

    Councillor D. Kirton

     

    SPC on Planning, Development and Community Services

    Councillor C. Block

    Councillor T. Davies

    Councillor S. Gersher

    Councillor H. Gough

    Councillor M. Loewen

     

    SPC on Finance

    Councillor C. Block

    Councillor R. Donauer

    Councillor B. Dubois

    Councillor Z. Jeffries

    Councillor D. Kirton

8.5.6
2022 Appointments – Personnel Subcommittee (CK 225-81)
This item has attachments. 

1.Committee Report - 2022 Appointments - Personnel Subcommittee.pdf

  • That Mayor C. Clark and Councillors T. Davies, R. Donauer, and B. Dubois be reappointed to the Personnel Subcommittee for 2022.

9.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
 

10.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
 

11.
LEGISLATIVE REPORTS
 

11.1
Office of the City Clerk
 

11.2
Office of the City Solicitor
 

11.2.1
The Discounts and Penalties Amendment Bylaw, 2021 [File No. CK 1920-1 x 1615-1]
This item has attachments. 

1.Admin Report - The Discounts and Penalties Amendment Bylaw 2021.pdf
2.Appendix 1 - Bylaw 9781, The Discounts and Penalties Amendment Bylaw 2021.pdf

First reading of Bylaw 9781 was passed and the item was introduced by City Solicitor Yelland.

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9781, The Discounts and Penalties Bylaw Amendment Bylaw, 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 Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    ​That Bylaw No. 9781 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 Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9781 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 Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That Bylaw No. 9781 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)

12.
OTHER REPORTS
 

13.
INQUIRIES
 

14.
MOTIONS (NOTICE PREVIOUSLY GIVEN)
 

15.
GIVING NOTICE
 

15.1
Councillor C. Block - Sweeping of Pedestrian Walkways [File No. CK 6315-1]
 

Councillor Block gave the following Notice of Motion:


"TAKE NOTICE that at the next Regular Business Meeting of City Council, I will move the following motion:


'Whereas pedestrian walkways on bridges do not receive spring sweeping until mid-June, after the residential street sweep.


Whereas the current level of service for sweeping does not include multi-use pathways or raised cycle tracks outside of the downtown.


Whereas there have been multiple concerns raised about safety for pedestrians and cyclists due to gravel and other debris on these facilities.


Therefore be it resolved that:

  1. Administration report back on options to accelerate the timing of sweeping on pedestrian walkways on bridges to complete this work earlier in the spring.
  2. Administration report back on options to include spring sweeping of raised cycle tracks and multi-use pathways in the sweeping level of service.'"

15.2
Councillor R. Donauer - Governance of City of Saskatoon Controlled Corporations [File No. CK 255-1 x175-1]
 

Councillor Donauer gave the following Notice of Motion:


"TAKE NOTICE that at the next Regular Business Meeting of City Council, I will move the following motion:


'That the Administration report on the role of City Council versus the role of the boards concerning the governance of City of Saskatoon Controlled Corporations.'"

16.
URGENT BUSINESS
 

16.1
Implementation Plan for the Framework for Measures to Mitigate the Transmission of COVID-19 in Saskatoon [File No. CK 270-7]
This item has attachments. 

1.Admin Report - Implementation Plan for the Framework for Measures to Mitigate COVID-19 Transmission in Saskatoon.pdf
2.Append 1 - A Review of COVID-19 Statistics - Week Ending September 22, 2021.pdf

Pursuant to earlier resolution, this item was considered with Item 8.5.3.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the information be received.

    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)

17.
IN CAMERA SESSION (OPTIONAL)
 

18.
ADJOURNMENT
 

The Regular Business Meeting adjourned at 4:52 p.m.

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