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 R. Donauer
  • Councillor B. Dubois
  • Councillor S. Gersher
  • Councillor H. Gough
  • Councillor D. Hill
  • Councillor Z. Jeffries, at 9:35 a.m.
  • Councillor D. Kirton
  • Councillor M. Loewen, via teleconference
ABSENT:
  • Councillor T. Davies
ALSO PRESENT:
  • City Manager J. Jorgenson
  • General Manager, Community Services L. Lacroix
  • General Manager, Transportation & Construction T. Schmidt
  • General Manager, Utilities & Environment A. Gardiner
  • A/City Clerk S. Bryant
  • Committee Assistant H. Janzen

1.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND CALL TO ORDER

 

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

2.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA

This item has attachments. 
1.8.1.2 - Communication - Julia Adamson_Redacted.pdf
2.1. RTS - Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers, February 17, 2023_Redacted.pdf
3.2. RTS - John Paul Wasan, SEAC, February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
4.3. RTS - Jan Norris, February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
5.4. RTS - Paul Cluett, February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
6.5. RTS - Sara Bryson, Saskatoon Nature Society, February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
7.6. RTS - Candace Savage, Wild About Saskatoon, February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
8.7. RTS - Julia Adamson, February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
9.9.3.1 - Communication - Linda Moskalyk (SOS Trees Coalition) February 15, 2023_Redacted.pdf
10.9.3.1 - Communication - John J. Penner, February 15, 2023_Redacted.pdf
11.9.3.1 - Communication - Geoffrey Svenkeson February 16, 2023_Redacted.pdf
12.9.3.1 - Communication - Taylor Raiche February 16, 2023_Redacted.pdf
13.9.3.1 - Communication - Nokuko Iwai February 16, 2023_Redacted.pdf
14.9.3.1 - Communication - Megan Van Buskirk (Sask Environmental Society)Redacted.pdf
15.9.3.1 - Communication - Olivia Yurach February 16, 2023_Redacted.pdf
16.9.3.1 - Communication - Jennifer Janzen-Ball February 16, 2023_Redacted.pdf
17.9.3.1 - Communication - Wayne MacDonald February 16, 2023_Redacted.pdf
18.9.3.1 - Communication - Margaret Parsons February 17, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
19.11. Communication - Mike Heseltine February 17, 2023_Redacted.pdf
20.12. Communication - Jan Shadick February 17, 2023_Redacted.pdf
21.13. Communication - Elliot Dillabough February 17, 2023_Redacted.pdf
22.14. Communication - Colleen Ewanchyna - February 18, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
23.15. Communication - Brooke Sykes - February 18, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
24.16. Communication - Darcy Maatman - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
25.17. Communication - Kaitlin Olmsted - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
26.18. Communication - Noah Zanyk - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
27.19. Communication - Sebastian Din - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
28.20. Communication - Linda Tweddell - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
29.21. Communication - Carmen Formanek-Loncar - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
30.22. Communication - John Paul Wasan, SEAC February 20, 2023.pdf
31.23. Communication - Kris Seto Davis - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
32.24. Communication - Stewart Coles - Swale Boundaries.pdf
33.25. Communication - Lauren Kovarsky - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
34.26. Communication - Jessica Hoehn - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
35.27. Communication - Sasha Chilibeck - February 18, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
36.28. Communication - Karen Bolstad - February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
37.29. Communication - Margret Asmuss February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
38.30. Communication - Carmen Gilmore - February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
39.31. Communication - Jocelyn Orb - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(2).pdf
40.32. Communication - James Dynes - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
41.33. Communication - David Abraham - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
42.34. Communication - Colin Chatfield - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
43.35. Communcation - Kevin Stewart - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
44.36. Communication - Kathlin Simpkins - February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
45.37. Communication - Daniel Schott - February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
46.39. Communcation - John Krowina - February 20_Redacted(1).pdf
47.38. Communication - Jennipher Karast - February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
48.40. Communication - Julia Adamson - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
49.41. Communication - Sheila Catto - Swale Boundaries_Redacted(1).pdf
50.42. Communication - Sally Postlethwaite - February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher
    1. That the letter submitting comments from Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated February 20, 2023, be added to Item 8.1.2;
    2. That the following letters be added to Item 9.3.1:
      • Request to Speak
        • Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers, dated February 17, 2023;
        • John Paul Wasan, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Jan Norris, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Paul Cluett, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Sara Bryson, Saskatoon Nature Society, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Candace Savage, Wild About Saskatoon, February 20, 2023;
        • Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated February 20, 2023;
      • Submitting Comments 
        • Linda Moskalyk, SOS Trees Coalition, dated February 15, 2023;
        • John Penner, dated February 15, 2023;
        • Geoffrey Svenkeson, dated February 16, 2023;
        • Taylor Raiche, dated February 16, 2023;
        • Nobuko Iwai, dated February 16, 2023;
        • Megan Van Buskirk, Saskatchewan Environmental Society, dated February 16, 2023;
        • Olivia Yurach, dated February 16, 2023;
        • Jennifer Janzen-Ball, dated February 16, 2023;
        • Wayne MacDonald, dated February 16, 2023;
        • Margaret Parsons, dated February 17, 2023;
        • Mike Heseltine, dated February 17, 2023;
        • Jan Shadick, Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation, dated February 17, 2023;
        • Elliot Dillabough, dated February 17, 2023;
        • Colleen Ewanchyna, dated February 18, 2023;
        • Brooke Sykes, Swale Watchers, dated February 18, 2023;
        • Darcy Maatman, dated February 18, 2023;
        • Kaitlin Olmsted, dated February 18, 2023;
        • Noah Zanyk, dated February 19, 2023;
        • Sebastian Din, Swale Watchers, dated February 19, 2023;
        • Linda Tweddell, dated February 19, 2023;
        • Carmen Formanek-Loncar, dated February 19, 2023;
        • John Paul Wasan, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Kris Seto Davis, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Stewart Coles, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - Saskatchewan Chapter, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Lauren Kovarsky, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Jessica Hoehn, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Sasha Chilibeck, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Karen Bolstad, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Margret Asmuss, Regional Centre of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development - Saskatchewan, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Carmen Gilmore, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Jocelyn Orb, dated February 20, 2023;
        • James Dynes, dated February 20, 2023;
        • David (Max) Abraham, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Colin Chatfield, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Kevin Stewart, Rewild Alberta, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Kathlin Simpkins, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Daniel Schott, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Jennipher Karst, dated February 20, 2023;
        • John Krowina, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Julia Adamson, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, SK Regional Chapter, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Sheila Catto, dated February 20, 2023;
        • Sally Postlethwaite, dated February 20, 2023; 
    3. That Item 9.3.1 be considered immediately following consideration of the Consent Agenda;
    4. That Item 8.4.6 be added; and 
    5. ​That the agenda be confirmed as amended.
    In Favour: (9)Councillor Hill, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

3.
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

 

3.1
Councillor Gersher - The Vehicles for Hire Amendment Bylaw [CC2023-0205]

 

Councillor Gersher declared a conflict of interest on the above item due to her family in business with something that can be perceived to be in conflict with the taxi and TNC industry. 

4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES

This item has attachments. 
1.Post-Meeting Minutes - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - SPECIAL MEETING_Jan17_2023 - English.pdf
2.Post-Meeting Minutes - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING_Jan25_2023 - English.pdf
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    ​That the following minutes be approved:

    • Special Meeting held on January 17, 2023; and 
    • Regular Business Meeting held on January 25, 2023.
    In Favour: (9)Councillor Hill, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

5.
PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

 

5.1
In Remembrance of Tyson Moosewaypayo

 

Mayor Clark expressed condolences on behalf of City Council to the family and colleagues of the late Tyson Moosewaypayo, an employee of the City of Saskatoon. He acknowledged his contributions to the City of Saskatoon followed by a moment of silence.

5.2
Council Members

 

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

Mayor Clark

Acknowledged February 22 as Pink Shirt Day to raise awareness on the prevention of bullying and promoting kindness and inclusion. 

Acknowledged February 21 was International Mother Language Day, that is celebrated and originated within the Bangladeshi Community and recognize the flag raising event.

Acknowledged February as Black History Month.    

Councillor Donauer

Acknowledged that February 22 is Human Trafficking Awareness Day and recognized the flag raising event. 

6.
QUESTION PERIOD

 

6.1
Councillor C. Block - Snow Removal [CK 6290-1]

 

Councillor Block asked about an update on the snow removal approach for main priority streets, the lessons learned and going forward. 

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt responded explaining the two different operations, one for priority street removal and one for the local street removal. 

City Manager Jorgenson noted that following the completion of the snow removal a summary report will be brought to Council. 

6.2
Councillor R. Donauer - Change Room Policy [CK 100-26]

 

Councillor Donauer asked about the change room policy at civic facilities and if the City Solicitor's Office had input into the policy. 

A/City Solicitor Kowalski indicated the policy corresponds with many other public organizations and with the City's obligations under the Human Rights Code. 

City Manager Jorgenson added that the facilities have many private options, privacy curtains and private change rooms.

6.3
Councillor Dubois - Snow Removal [CK 6290-1]

 

Councillor Dubois asked about the snow removal on corner lots and snow removal to the pavement.

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt provided a response as to operations. 

Councillor Dubois followed up about the signage and dates that are being posted.

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt advised that there have been instances where signs have gone up but sometimes there are delays with equipment breakdown or lower production rates due to more snow in an area. 

6.4
Councillor Hill - Snow Removal [CK 6290-1]

 

Councillor Hill asked about City Park when the entire neighbourhood was cleared except for one street. As well, if the summary report will highlight where the equipment was moved around to the different neighbourhoods and where priority streets were not done until the neighbourhood streets. 

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt responded that a street could have got over looked and the crew proceeded to the next neighbourhood. The summary report will look at the operations and there will be times when local neighbourhood will be completed before the priority streets because of the different operations. 

7.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS

 

8.
CONSENT AGENDA

 

  • There were no items removed from the Consent Agenda. 

    Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the Committee recommendations contained in Items 8.1.1 to 8.1.2; 8.2.1; 8.3.1 to 8.3.3; 8.4.1 to 8.4.6; and 8.5.1 to 8.5.5 be adopted as one motion.

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

    Item 9.3.1 was considered next. 


8.1
Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

 

8.1.1
Home Energy Loan Program – Annual Status Update [EUCS2023-0201]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Home Energy Loan Program - Annual Status Update.pdf
2.Admin Report - Home Energy Loan Program - Annual Status Update.pdf
3.Append 1 - HELP Economic Impact Study.pdf
4.Append 2 - Bylaw Amendment Recommendations.pdf
    1. The City Solicitor be directed to draft the bylaw amendments to the Home Energy Loan Program Bylaw, 2021, Bylaw No.9762 recommended in Appendix 2; and
    2. Application intake for new applications into the program be paused until additional funding for the program is sourced.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.1.2
Additional Information on Elm Wood Disposal and Pilot Program Results [EUCS2023-0202]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Additional Information on Elm Wood Disposal and Pilot Program Results.pdf
2.Admin Report - Additional Information on Elm Wood Disposal and Pilot Program Results .pdf
3.Append 1 - 2021 Known Extent of Dutch Elm Disease in Saskatchewan.pdf
4.Append 2 – Updated Data on Elm, Dutch Elm Disease, and Elm Wood Disposal .pdf
5.Append 3 - City of Saskatoon Dutch Elm Disease Survey Report.pdf
6.Append 4 - City of Saskatoon Dutch Elm Disease Focus Groups Summary Report.pdf
7.Append 5 - Elm Wood Disposal Pilot.pdf
8.8.1.2 - Communication - Julia Adamson_Redacted(1).pdf

A letter submitting comments from Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated February 20, 2023, is provided. 

    1. That elm wood drop-off be included in Recovery Park;
    2. That further information on the level of service, costs, and fee options for elm wood be brought forward in a future report on Recovery Park; and
    3. That business plan options for 2024-25 be prepared to sustain enhanced communication and education programs and develop additional programs to further reduce barriers to proper elm wood disposal.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.2
Standing Policy Committee Transportation

 

8.3
Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services

 

8.3.1
Development Appeals Board 2022 Annual Report [CK 430-30]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Development Appeals Board 2022 Annual Report.pdf
2.Report - 2022 Development Appeals Board Annual Report - CK 430-30.pdf

  • That the Development Appeals Board 2022 Annual Report be received as information.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.2
Innovative Housing Incentives – Additional Tax Abatement for National Affordable Housing Corporation, Aspen Heights [PDCS2023-0203]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Innovative Housing Incentives - Additional Tax Abatement for NAHC, Aspen Heights.pdf
2.Admin Report - Innovative Housing Incentives - Additional Tax Abatement for National Affordable Housing, Aspen Heights.pdf
3.Append 1 - Current Photos, Aspen Heights, 345 Feheregyhazi Boulevard.pdf
    1. A five-year incremental tax abatement for the additional affordable housing units at 345 Feheregyhazi Boulevard, developed by the National Affordable Housing Corporation (NAHC), be approved; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary incentive agreement and that His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the amended agreement under the Corporate Seal.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.3
Repeal and Replacement of Bylaw No. 6583, The Plumbing Permits Bylaw [PDCS2023-0204]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Repeal and Replacement of Bylaw No. 6583, The Plumbing Permits Bylaw.pdf
2.Admin Report - Repeal and Replacement of Plumbing Permits Bylaw No. 6583.pdf
    1. That the proposed redraft of Bylaw No. 6583, The Plumbing Permits Bylaw as outlined within the February 8, 2023 report of the General Manager, Community Services, be approved; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary bylaw to repeal and replace existing Bylaw No. 6583, The Plumbing Permits Bylaw.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4
Standing Policy Committee on Finance

 

8.4.1
2022 Board of Revision Annual Report [CK 430-77]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - 2022 Board of Revision Annual Report.pdf
2.2022 Annual Report-Saskatoon Board of Revision.pdf

  • That the 2022 Annual Report of the Board of Revision be received as information.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4.2
Federation of Canadian Municipalities 2023-2024 Membership Fees [CK 155-2]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Federation of Canadian Municipalities 2023-2024 Membership Fees.pdf
2.FCM Invoice.pdf

  • That the Federation of Canadian Municipalities 2023-2024 membership fees, in the amount of $60,762.43, including GST, be paid.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4.3
Acquisition of Future Development Land - North Saskatoon Region [FI2023-0203]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Acquisition of Future Development Land - North Saskatoon Region.pdf
2.Admin Report - Acquisition of Future Development Land - North Saskatoon Region.pdf
3.Append 1 - Aerial Showing Location of Land for Acquisition.pdf
4.Append 2 - P4G District Land Use Visual.pdf
    1. That the Administration be authorized to purchase ISC Parcel No’s 145175474 and 145175496, comprising approximately 79.64 acres, from Martin and Joy Gramowski for $540,000.00 and upon the terms as stated within this report; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to have the agreements executed by His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk under the Corporate Seal.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4.4
Property Tax Liens 2022 [FI2023-0206]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Property Tax Liens 2022.pdf
2.Admin Report - 2022 Property Tax Liens.pdf
3.Append 1 - Tax Enforcement Statistics as of January 18, 2023.pdf
4.Append 2 - Liens Outstanding Summary 2022.pdf

  • That the City Solicitor be instructed to take the necessary actions under provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act with respect to properties with 2022 tax liens.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4.5
2023 Budget Approval – Business Improvement Districts [FI2023-0207]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - 2023 Budget Approval – Business Improvement Districts.pdf
2.Admin Report - 2023 Budget Approval - Business Improvement Districts.pdf
3.Append 1 - Downtown Saskatoon BID - Letter dated January 13, 2023 and 2023 Proposed Budget.pdf
4.Append 2 - Broadway BID - Letter dated December 20, 2022 and 2023 Proposed Budget.pdf
5.Append 3 - Riversdale BID - Letter dated January 13, 2023 and 2023 Proposed Budget.pdf
6.Append 4 - Sutherland BID - Letter Dated December 14, 2022 and 2023 Proposed Budget.pdf
7.Append 5 - 33rd Street BID - Letter dated January 9, 2023 and 2023 Proposed Budget.pdf
    1. That the 2023 budget submissions from the Downtown Saskatoon Business Improvement District, Broadway Business Improvement District, Riversdale Business Improvement District, Sutherland Business Improvement District, and 33rd Street Business Improvement District be approved; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the 2023 Business Improvement District Levy Bylaws for submission to City Council for consideration at the same meeting that the Mill Rate Bylaws are presented.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4.6
Options to Achieve 5% Indigenous Spending Target [FI2023-0201]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Options to Achieve 5 Indigenous Spending Target.pdf
2.Admin Report - Options to Achieve 5 Percent Indigenous Spending Target.pdf

  • That the Administration be directed to implement option 4 which includes a dedicated Indigenous Procurement Specialist as part of the 2024 budget options for City Council’s consideration and to proceed with the identification and direct award of contracts above open competition thresholds to Indigenous owned businesses.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5
Governance and Priorities Committee

 

8.5.1
City Council Travel and Training Expenses - 2022 [GPC2023-0202]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - CC Travel and Training Expenses 2022.pdf
2.Admin Report - City Council Travel and Training Expenses - 2022.pdf
3.Appendix 1 - 2022 Councillor Individual Travel and Training Reporting.pdf
4.Appendix 2 - 2022 Councillor Common Appointed Travel and Training Reporting.pdf
5.Appendix 3 - 2022 Councillor Other Travel and Training Reporting.pdf
6.Appendix 4 - 2022 Mayor Travel Reporting.pdf
7.8.2.1 - Comments - Sherry Tarasoff_Redacted.pdf

  • That the February 14, 2023 report of the City Clerk be received as information.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.2
City Council Car Allowance - 2022 [GPC2023-0203]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - CC Car Allowance.pdf
2.Admin Report - City Council Car Allowance - 2022.pdf

  • That the February 14, 2023 report of the City Clerk be received as information.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.3
Reappointments – Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee – Randy Pshebylo, Riversdale Business Improvement District [CK 225-4-3]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Appointment - MHAC - R. Pshebylo.pdf

  • That the following be reappointed to the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee to the end of 2024:

    • Randy Pshebylo, Riversdale Business Improvement District – Agency Representative
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.4
Appointment – Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee – Alanda McLeod, Saskatchewan Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services [CK 225-4-3]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Appointment - SAAC - A. McLeod.pdf

  • That the following be appointed to the Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee to the end of 2024:

    • Alanda McLeod, Saskatchewan Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services – Agency Representative
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.5
33rd Street Business Improvement District - 2023 Board of Management [CK 225-4-3]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - 33rd BID Board of Mgmt 2023.pdf

  • That the following be appointed to the Board of Management of the 33rd Street Business Improvement District to the end of 2023:

    • Judy M. Denham (The Flag Shop), Chairperson
    • Nicola Tabb (Better off), Vice-Chair
    • Tracey Muzzolini (Christies Mayfair Bakery), Director
    • Joanne Lukash (YXE Vintage Mall), Director
    • Trent Loewen (PIES), Director
    • Chris Fowler (FreshCo), Director
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

9.
COMMITTEE REPORTS (not on Consent Agenda)

 

9.1
Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

 

9.2
Standing Policy Committee Transportation

 

9.3
Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services

 

9.3.1
Northeast Swale and Small Swale Boundary Endorsement [PDCS2023-0207]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Northeast Swale and Small Swale Boundary Endorsement.pdf
2.Admin Report - Northeast Swale and Small Swale Boundary Endorsement.pdf
3.Append 1 - Northeast Swale Working Group Issue Actions Summary.pdf
4.Append 2 - Information Report - Northeast Swale and Small Swale Boundary Delineation Process.pdf
5.Append 3 - Stakeholder Engagement Summary.pdf
6.Append 4 - Boundary Option 1 - Natural Area Screening Recommended Boundaries.pdf
7.Append 5 - Boundary Option 2 - NAS Recommended Boundaries plus Additional Areas for Inclusion.pdf
8.Append 6 - Boundary Option 3 - Further Expanded Areas for Addition.pdf
9.Email - RTS - Jan Norris - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
10.Email - RTS - Sara Bryson - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
11.Email - RTS - Mike Velonas - Swale Boundaries.pdf
12.Email - RTS - Frank Long - Swale Boundaries.pdf
13.Email - Communication - Stewart Coles - Northeast Swale and Small Swale Boundary.pdf
14.Email - Communication - Mike Winter - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
15.Email - Communication - Meghan Mickelson - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
16.Email - Communication - Jody Busch - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
17.Email - Communication - Carmen Gilmore - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
18.Email - Communication - Joanne Blythe - Swale Boundaries_Redacted2.pdf
19.Email - Communication - John Krowina - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
20.Email - Communication - James Dynes - Swale Boundaries_Redacted2.pdf
21.Email - Communication - Megan Van Buskirk - Swale Boundaries_Redacted1.pdf
22.Email - Communication - David Maxwell Abraham - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
23.Email - Communication - Pat Albers - Swale Boundaries_Redacted1.pdf
24.9.3.1 - RTS - Mike Velonas Meewasin Valley Authority_Redacted.pdf
25.1. RTS - Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers, February 17, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
26.2. RTS - John Paul Wasan, SEAC, February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
27.3. RTS - Jan Norris, February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
28.4. RTS - Paul Cluett, February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
29.5. RTS - Sara Bryson, Saskatoon Nature Society, February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
30.6. RTS - Candace Savage, Wild About Saskatoon, February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
31.7. RTS - Julia Adamson, February 20, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
32.9.3.1 - Communication - Linda Moskalyk (SOS Trees Coalition) February 15, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
33.9.3.1 - Communication - John J. Penner, February 15, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
34.9.3.1 - Communication - Geoffrey Svenkeson February 16, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
35.9.3.1 - Communication - Taylor Raiche February 16, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
36.9.3.1 - Communication - Nokuko Iwai February 16, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
37.9.3.1 - Communication - Megan Van Buskirk (Sask Environmental Society)Redacted(1).pdf
38.9.3.1 - Communication - Olivia Yurach February 16, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
39.9.3.1 - Communication - Jennifer Janzen-Ball February 16, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
40.9.3.1 - Communication - Wayne MacDonald February 16, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
41.9.3.1 - Communication - Margaret Parsons February 17, 2023_Redacted.pdf
42.9.3.1 - Communication - Megan Van Buskirk (Sask Environmental Society)Redacted(2).pdf
43.9.3.1 - Communication - Nokuko Iwai February 16, 2023_Redacted(2).pdf
44.9.3.1 - Communication - Olivia Yurach February 16, 2023_Redacted(2).pdf
45.9.3.1 - Communication - Taylor Raiche February 16, 2023_Redacted(2).pdf
46.9.3.1 - Communication - Wayne MacDonald February 16, 2023_Redacted(2).pdf
47.11. Communication - Mike Heseltine February 17, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
48.12. Communication - Jan Shadick February 17, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
49.13. Communication - Elliot Dillabough February 17, 2023_Redacted(1).pdf
50.14. Communication - Colleen Ewanchyna - February 18, 2023_Redacted.pdf
51.15. Communication - Brooke Sykes - February 18, 2023_Redacted.pdf
52.16. Communication - Darcy Maatman - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
53.17. Communication - Kaitlin Olmsted - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
54.18. Communication - Noah Zanyk - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
55.19. Communication - Sebastian Din - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
56.20. Communication - Linda Tweddell - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
57.21. Communication - Carmen Formanek-Loncar - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
58.22. Communication - John Paul Wasan, SEAC February 20, 2023(1).pdf
59.23. Communication - Kris Seto Davis - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
60.24. Communication - Stewart Coles - Swale Boundaries(1).pdf
61.25. Communication - Lauren Kovarsky - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
62.26. Communication - Jessica Hoehn - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
63.27. Communication - Sasha Chilibeck - February 18, 2023_Redacted.pdf
64.28. Communication - Karen Bolstad - February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
65.29. Communication - Margret Asmuss February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
66.30. Communication - Carmen Gilmore - February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
67.31. Communication - Jocelyn Orb - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
68.32. Communication - James Dynes - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
69.33. Communication - David Abraham - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
70.34. Communication - Colin Chatfield - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
71.35. Communcation - Kevin Stewart - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
72.36. Communication - Kathlin Simpkins - February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
73.37. Communication - Daniel Schott - February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
74.38. Communication - Jennipher Karast - February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf
75.39. Communcation - John Krowina - February 20_Redacted.pdf
76.40. Communication - Julia Adamson - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
77.41. Communication - Sheila Catto - Swale Boundaries_Redacted.pdf
78.42. Communication - Sally Postlethwaite - February 20, 2023_Redacted.pdf

The following letters were provided:


Request to Speak

  • Mike Velonas, Meewasin Valley Authority, dated February 13, 2023;
  • Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers, dated February 17, 2023;
  • John Paul Wasan, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Jan Norris, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Paul Cluett, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Sara Bryson, Saskatoon Nature Society, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Candace Savage, Wild About Saskatoon, February 20, 2023; and 
  • Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., dated February 20, 2023.

Submitting Comments

  • Linda Moskalyk, SOS Trees Coalition, dated February 15, 2023;
  • John Penner, dated February 15, 2023;
  • Geoffrey Svenkeson, dated February 16, 2023;
  • Taylor Raiche, dated February 16, 2023; 
  • Nobuko Iwai, dated February 16, 2023;
  • Megan Van Buskirk, Saskatchewan Environmental Society, dated February 16, 2023; 
  • Olivia Yurach, dated February 16, 2023;
  • Jennifer Janzen-Ball, dated February 16, 2023;
  • Wayne MacDonald, dated February 16, 2023;
  • Margaret Parsons, dated February 17, 2023;
  • Mike Heseltine, dated February 17, 2023;
  • Jan Shadick, Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation, dated February 17, 2023;
  • Elliot Dillabough, dated February 17, 2023;
  • Colleen Ewanchyna, dated February 18, 2023;
  • Brooke Sykes, Swale Watchers, dated February 18, 2023;
  • Darcy Maatman, dated February 18, 2023;
  • Kaitlin Olmsted, dated February 18, 2023;
  • Noah Zanyk, dated February 19, 2023;
  • Sebastian Din, Swale Watchers, dated February 19, 2023;
  • Linda Tweddell, dated February 19, 2023;
  • Carmen Formanek-Loncar, dated February 19, 2023;
  • John Paul Wasan, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Kris Seto Davis, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Stewart Coles, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - Saskatchewan Chapter, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Lauren Kovarsky, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Jessica Hoehn, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Sasha Chilibeck, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Karen Bolstad, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Margret Asmuss, Regional Centre of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development - Saskatchewan, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Carmen Gilmore, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Jocelyn Orb, dated February 20, 2023;
  • James Dynes, dated February 20, 2023;
  • David (Max) Abraham, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Colin Chatfield, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Kevin Stewart, Rewild Alberta, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Kathlin Simpkins, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Daniel Schott, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Jennipher Karst, dated February 20, 2023;
  • John Krowina, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Julia Adamson, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, SK Regional Chapter, dated February 20, 2023;
  • Sheila Catto, dated February 20, 2023; and 
  • Sally Postlethwaite, dated February 20, 2023.

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

Council heard from the following speakers:

  • Mike Velonas, Meewasin Valley Authority
  • Meghan Mickelson, Swale Watchers
  • John Paul Wasan, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee
  • Jan Norris
  • Paul Cluett
  • Sara Bryson, Saskatoon Nature Society
  • Candace Savage, Wild About Saskatoon
  • Julia Adamson, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.

Long Range Planning Manager McShane, Watershed Protection Manager Yobb, City Manager Jorgenson, Director of Saskatoon Land Long, Director of Planning and Development Anderson, A/City Solicitor Kowalski and General Manager Community Services Lacroix all responded to various questions of Council. 

The meeting recessed at 11:29 a.m. and reconvened at 11:45 a.m. with all members of Council in attendance with the exception of Councillor Davies.  

Councillor Donauer excused himself from the meeting at 12:00 p.m. and re-entered at 12:34 p.m. 

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the boundaries for the Northeast and Small Swales, as outlined in Option 3, be endorsed.

  • IN AMENDMENT

    Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    In amendment to Option 3, that the two remaining green pieces identified in the February 17, 2023 correspondence from the Swale Watchers be added to the preliminary boundaries for the Northeast Swale. These areas are identified as “recommended additions” for the “Swale Protected Area”.

    In Favour: (8)Councillor Hill, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (2)Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Dubois
    Absent: (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED (8 to 2)

  • VOTE ON MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED

    That the boundaries for the Northeast and Small Swales, as outlined in Option 3, be endorsed including the two remaining green pieces identified in the February 17, 2023 correspondence from the Swale Watchers be added to the preliminary boundaries for the Northeast Swale. These areas are identified as “recommended additions” for the “Swale Protected Area”.

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

    That through the concept plan development and review, the Administration work with all stakeholders to establish suitability parameters for functional connectivity and corridors to prevent fragmentation between the Small and Northeast Swales.

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

    That through the concept plan development and review, the Administration work with all stakeholders to seek opportunities to locate stormwater infrastructure outside the boundaries of the swales where feasible and ecologically beneficial.

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

    That administration report back on best standards, options and marketing considerations to create this new neighbourhood with the goal to protect and preserve Saskatoon’s swales.

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

    That the administration report back about options to provide additional protections to the lek during and after construction, including information about best practices for conservation-based urban design.

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

    The Committee recessed at 1:15 p.m. and reconvened at 1:47 p.m. with all members of Council in attendance with the exception of Councillor Davies.


9.4
Standing Policy Committee on Finance

 

9.5
Governance and Priorities Committee

 

10.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

 

11.
LEGISLATIVE REPORTS

 

11.1
Office of the City Clerk

 

11.2
Office of the City Solicitor

 

11.2.1
Court of Queen’s Bench Bylaw References [CC2023-0201]

This item has attachments. 
1.Court of Queen's Bench Bylaw References - Approval Report.pdf

A/City Solicitor Kowalski presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    1. That City Council approve the proposed amendments to:

    • Bylaw No. 8164, The Municipal Wards Commission Bylaw, 2002;
    • Bylaw No. 8176, The Dangerous Animals Bylaw, 2003;
    • Bylaw No. 8225, The City of Saskatoon Fire and Protective Services Department Superannuation Plan Bylaw, 2003;
    • Bylaw No. 9036, The Saskatoon Licence Appeal Board Bylaw, 2012; and
    • Bylaw No. 9537, The Code of Ethical Conduct, 2019.

    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary amendments to update references from the Queen to the King.

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

11.2.2
The Albert Community Centre Capital Reserve Exception Bylaw, 2023 [CC2023-0202]

This item has attachments. 
1.Capital Reserve Exception Bylaw Report.pdf
2.Appendix 1 - Bylaw No. 9873.pdf

A/City Solicitor Kowalski presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9873, The Albert Community Centre Capital Reserve Exception Bylaw, 2023, and give same its FIRST reading.

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

    ​That Bylaw No. 9873 now be read a SECOND time.

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

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9873 read a third time at this meeting.

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

    ​That Bylaw No. 9873 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 Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

11.2.3
The Bicycle Amendment Bylaw, 2023 [CC2023-0204]

This item has attachments. 
1.Admin Report - The Bicycle Amendment Bylaw 2023.pdf
2.Appendix 1 - Bylaw 9874, The Bicycle Amendment Bylaw 2023.pdf

A/City Solicitor Kowalski presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9874, The Bicycle Amendment Bylaw, 2023, and give same its FIRST reading.

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

    ​That Bylaw No. 9874 now be read a SECOND time.

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

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9874 read a third time at this meeting.

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

    ​That Bylaw No. 9874 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 Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

11.2.4
The Vehicles for Hire Amendment Bylaw, 2023 [CC2023-0205]

This item has attachments. 
1.Admin Report - The Vehicles for Hire Amendment Bylaw, 2023.pdf
2.Appendix 1 - Bylaw No. 9875, The Vehicles for Hire Amendment Bylaw, 2023.pdf

Councillor Gersher declared a conflict of interest on this item due to her family being in business that could be seen to be in conflict with the taxi and TNC industry and excused herself from discussion and voting on the matter and left the meeting.

A/City Solicitor Kowalski presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9875, The Vehicles for Hire Amendment Bylaw, 2023, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent: (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    ​That Bylaw No. 9875 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent: (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9875 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent: (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    ​That Bylaw No. 9875 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: (9)Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent: (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

    Councillor Gersher re-entered the meeting. 


12.
OTHER REPORTS

 

13.
INQUIRIES

 

14.
MOTIONS (NOTICE PREVIOUSLY GIVEN)

 

14.1
Councillor B. Dubois - Fireworks - Lunar New Year [CK 2500-1]

 

Councillor Dubois provided the following Notice of Motion at City Council's Regular Business Meeting held on January 25, 2023:


'WHEREAS many Saskatonians celebrate the Lunar New Year;


WHEREAS The Lunar New Year is not included as a permitted day to use fireworks per the City of Saskatoon bylaws;


WHEREAS The Gregorian calendar New Years is included in the City of Saskatoon bylaws; and


BE IT RESOLVED that the City Administration report back on including the Lunar New Year as a permitted day to use fireworks in the City of Saskatoon bylaws.'

Councillor Dubois introduced the item. 

City Manager Jorgenson responded to questions of the Committee.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    WHEREAS many Saskatonians celebrate the Lunar New Year;

    WHEREAS The Lunar New Year is not included as a permitted day to use fireworks per the City of Saskatoon bylaws;

    WHEREAS The Gregorian calendar New Years is included in the City of Saskatoon bylaws; and

    BE IT RESOLVED that the City Administration report back on including the Lunar New Year as a permitted day to use fireworks in the City of Saskatoon bylaws.

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

15.
URGENT BUSINESS

 

16.
GIVING NOTICE

 

17.
IN CAMERA SESSION (OPTIONAL)

 

18.
ADJOURNMENT

 

The meeting adjourned at 2:04 p.m.

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