MINUTES

REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 9:30 A.m. - 5:00 P.m.

Council Chamber, City Hall

PRESENT:

• His Worship, Mayor C. Clark, in the Chair
• Councillor C. Block
• Councillor T. Davies, via teleconference
• Councillor R. Donauer
• Councillor B. Dubois
• Councillor S. Gersher
• Councillor H. Gough
• Councillor D. Hill, via teleconference
• Councillor Z. Jeffries, at 9:35 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

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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. He recognized that the Reconciliation Flag was raised at City Hall on May 29th. 

2.

CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA

Councillor Jeffries entered the meeting at 9:35 a.m.

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough
  • That the following requests to speak be added to Item 8.2.1:
    • DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District and Street Activity Subcommittee, dated May 29, 2023; and
    • Mary Fedun, dated May 29, 2023;
  • That the items with speakers be considered immediately following consideration of the Consent Agenda; 
    • 8.2.1 - DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District and Street Activity Subcommittee; 
    • 8.2.1 - Mary Fedun; and 
  • 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

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  ​That the minutes of the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on April 26, 2023, 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)

5.

PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

5.1

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

In memoriam, recognized the loss off Saskatoon Police Service Inspector Rick Penny. He acknowledged his 40-year career as a police officer all he did for the community, followed by a moment of silence. 

Celebrating the Saskatchewan Municipal Awards, Celebrating Excellence Award that was awarded to the City of Saskatoon, Corman Park, Town of Osler, City of Martensville and City of Warman. Expressed appreciation to all the individuals involved and acknowledged the effort invested. 

The City of Saskatoon and the City of Regina are participating in a blood donation challenge again this year and encouraged residents to sign up and participate. 

Recognized June 1st as the beginning of Pride Month, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the first Pride event in Saskatoon. 

Councillor Gough

Acknowledged that Bedford Road Collegiate is celebrating its 100th anniversary with events taking place on the June 30th weekend.  

Councillor Dubois

Recognized SUM Theatre, a local community theatre organization, it has started its productions for Summer. 

6.

QUESTION PERIOD

6.1

Councillor B. Dubois - Downtown Construction [CK 6000-1]

Councillor Dubois asked about the construction taking place downtown and specifically on 25th Street. 

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt responded that there are 10 phases of construction for downtown that are scheduled for this construction season, the phases and dates can be found online. The 25th Street work was unplanned due to a watermain break that occurred. 

6.2

Councillor B. Dubois - Electric Charging Stations [CK 2000-7]

Councillor Dubois asked why the new electric charging stations located at Lakewood and Lawson Civic Centres are free for two years.

General Manager Utilities and Environment Gardiner responded that it is part of a pilot program to encourage the use and promote awareness.  

6.3

Councillor R. Donauer - Evacuees [CK 270-1]

Councillor Donauer asked about the status of evacuees in Saskatoon or if they have been able to return home. 

Fire Chief Hackl responded that there are approximately 700 evacuees in Saskatoon located at different hotels. 

6.4

Councillor C. Block - Cycling Infrastructure [CK 6000-5]

Councillor Block asked how is the City considering cycling infrastructure near the University of Saskatchewan to support cycling safety and if there has been consideration of a direct connection along Wiggins Avenue from north to south. 

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt stated that Administration is currently working on various initiatives regarding cycling infrastructure. In regard to Wiggins Avenue the team is reviewing work that was done in 2013.  

6.5

Councillor C. Block - E-Scooters [CK 7000-8]

Councillor Block asked about the E-Scooters and where they are being parked.

Director of Transportation Magus responded that the geofencing system was not working properly but they are working with the vendor to rectify the issue and outlined the operation process.

6.6

Councillor M. Loewen - Cycling Safety [CK 6000-5]

Councillor Loewen asked how SGI accident data and investigations of serious and fatal accidents are reported administration.

Director of Transportation Magus responded that data from SGI from the previous year is used to investigate potential improvements. 

6.7

Councillor D. Hill - E-Scooters [CK 7000-8]

Councillor Hill asked about the possibility of sending notice to Council members when features like geofencing are not functioning properly.

Director of Transportation Magus and City Manager Jorgenson responded that if there was a significant issue causing community concern then a notice would be provided but this was considered an operational issue that and would not require notification. 

6.8

Councillor D. Hill - Electric Charging Stations [CK 2000-7]

Councillor Hill asked if the City is receiving a standard or discounted rate for the electric charging stations at Lawson and Lakewood Civic Centres

General Manager Utilities and Environment Gardiner responded that it is a standard rate. 

7.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

8.

CONSENT AGENDA

• Items 8.2.1 and 8.3.1 were removed from the Consent Agenda.

  Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  ​That the Committee recommendations contained in Items 8.1.1; 8.2.2; 8.3.2; 8.4.1 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 8.2.1 was considered next. 

  
  

8.1

Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

8.1.1

Flood Control Strategy Update – Brevoort Park South [EUCS2023-0503]

• That detailed design and construction of a storm water mitigation project in Brevoort Park South proceed in 2024, to mitigate flooding for the area of Early Drive and Tucker Crescent.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.2

Standing Policy Committee Transportation

8.2.2

Funding for Active Transportation Fund [TS2023-0501]

• 1. That Capital Project P.02468 Active Transportation Plan Implementation be increased by $1,810,000 funded from Infrastructure Canada - Active Transportation Fund; and
  2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreements from the Active Transportation Fund under the Corporate Seal.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.2.1

Dedicated Transit Support Workers Program [TS2023-0503]

The following letters requesting to speak were provided:

• DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District and Street Activity Subcommittee, dated May 29, 2023; and
• Mary Fedun, dated May 29, 2023.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda. 

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

Council heard from the following speakers who also responded to questions of Council:

• DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District and Street Activity Subcommittee; and 
• Mary Fedun.

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt, Chief Public Policy and Government Relations Officer Jordan, City Manager Jorgenson and Fire Chief Hackl responded to questions of Council.  

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer
  1. That next steps for provision of a transit support workers program be considered through Option 4 – One City Approach Community Support Program be approved;
  2. That Saskatoon Transit participate in the review of the current Community Support Program Service Delivery Model alongside the Saskatoon Fire Department and Community Services; and,
  3. That Administration report back to the SPC Transportation on options with funding considerations for dedicated transit support workers patrolling terminals and stops and rotating through targeted bus routes as part of the report on the review of the current Community Support Program Service Delivery Model in advance of the 2024-25 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget deliberations.

  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 8.3.1 was considered next. 

  
  

8.3

Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services

8.3.2

Application for Municipal Heritage Property Designation - 850 University Drive [MHAC2023-0401]

• 1. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare and bring forward a bylaw to designate the property at 850 University Drive, as a Municipal Heritage Property under the provisions of The Heritage Property Act, with such designation limited to the exterior of the building;
  2. That the General Manager, Community Services Division, be requested to prepare the required notices for advertising the proposed designation; and
  3. That $2,500 be allocated from the Heritage Reserve Fund for supply and installation of a recognition plaque for the property.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.1

2023 Recreation and Community Development Tax Abatements [PDCS2023-0502]

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.

General Manager Community Services Lacroix responded to questions of Committee. 

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen
  1. That tax abatements, totaling $1,012,572.00, for the various 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 May 3, 2023 report of the Community Services Division; and
  2. That the 2023 tax abatement for The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc, of $48,103.07, be subject to the receipt and assessment of the plan of action for 2023 from the Receiver for the Lighthouse Supported Living Inc.

• IN AMENDMENT

  Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Jeffries

  That Motion 1 be amended to exclude The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc. and the amount be revised to $964,468.93.

  In Favour: (7)	Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
  Against: (4)	Councillor Davies, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher

  CARRIED (7 to 4)

• VOTE ON MAIN MOTION 1 AS AMENDED

  1. That tax abatements, totaling $964,468.93, for the various 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 May 3, 2023 report of the Community Services Division, excluding The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc.

  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)

• IN DEFERRAL

  Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Jeffries

  That consideration of Motion 2 be deferred until such time that Administration report back with confirmation regarding the services that are being provided at The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc.

  In Favour: (7)	Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
  Against: (4)	Councillor Davies, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher

  CARRIED (7 to 4)

  The meeting recessed at 11:57 a.m. and reconvened at 12:09 p.m. with all members of Council in attendance. 

  Item 9.5.1 was considered next.

  
  

8.4

Standing Policy Committee on Finance

8.4.1

Annual Presentation from Discover Saskatoon [CK 1870-10]

• That the Discover Saskatoon 2022 Report submitted under the letter dated April 15, 2023, be received as information.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5

Governance and Priorities Committee

8.5.1

Protocol Policy – Book of Condolences and Civic Expressions of Sympathy [GPC2023-0501]

• That Option 2 – Basic Civic Expression of Sympathy Protocol be approved for inclusion in the Protocol Policy.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.2

Election Modernization Strategy Report [GPC 2023-0502]

• 1. That Administration enter into an agreement with Elections Saskatchewan, including for technology, and information sharing to establish a voters list; and
  2. That voter information cards not be mailed to individuals on the voters list.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.3

Capital Projects 1813 and 1814 Financial Closeout – Construction of the Art Gallery of Saskatchewan and Parkade [GPC2023-0401]

• That the funding strategy outlined in the report of the Transportation and Construction Division dated May 17, 2023 to complete financial closeout of Capital Project 1813 – Art Gallery of Saskatchewan and Capital Project 1814 – River Landing Parkade be approved.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.4

Appointment – Municipal Planning Commission [CK 225-4-3]

• That Abdullah Qureshi be appointed as a civic representative to the Municipal Planning Commission to the end of 2025.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.5

Appointments – Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee [CK 225-4-3]

• That the following agency representatives be appointed to the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee to the end of 2024:

  • Louis Aussant, Saskatchewan Association of Architects;
  • Lloyd Moker, Sutherland Business Improvement District.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.6

Appointment – Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee [CK 225-4-3]

• That Christine Anaka be appointed as a civic representative of the senior citizen community (55+ years old) to the Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee to the end of 2024.

  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

9.4

Standing Policy Committee on Finance

9.5

Governance and Priorities Committee

9.5.1

Housing Accelerator Fund [GPC2023-0503]

Deputy Mayor Davies introduced the item as Chair of the Governance and Priorities Committee

Director of Planning and Development Anderson responded to questions of Council. 

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer
  1. That City Council approve the Housing Action Plan as outlined in the report of the Community Services Division dated May 17, 2023 and direct the Administration to submit the Housing Action Plan in support of the application under the Housing Accelerator Fund; and
  2. That if approved, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the contribution agreement for funding through the Housing Accelerator Fund 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)

10.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

10.1

Transportation & Construction

10.1.1

Budget Adjustment Request – Capital Project P.01416.06 – Land Development – Lift Station D – Industrial – Hampton Village Business Park [CC2023-0505]

General Manager Transportation and Construction Schmidt presented the report. Together with Chief Financial Officer Hack and City Manager Jorgenson they responded to questions of Council. 

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Block
  1. That City Council approve a budget adjustment increase of $7,457,000 to Capital Project P.01416.06 – Land Development Trunk Sewers – Lift Station D – Industrial – Hampton Village Business Park;
  2. That the budget adjustment be funded from the Lift Station Reserve; and
  3. That an exemption to Policy C03-036 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Policy be approved to include a contingency of 20% for this project.

  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)

10.2

Utilities & Environment

10.2.1

Landfill Optimization Project Components – Project Scope Adjustment [CC2023-0504]

General Manager Environment and Utilities Gardiner presented the report and responded to questions of Council. 

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher
  1. That the project scope of Project P.02051.05 be adjusted to include all Stage E construction work including Final Cover, Landfill Gas System Expansion, and Surface Water Management;
  2. That the budget of Project No. P.02051.05 be increased by $4,770,000 to a total capital budget of $10,010,000 by transfers from Project No. P.02051.07 of $4,420,000 and Project No. P.02051.03 of $350,000; and
  3. That the landfill liner scope, approved for 2023, be completed in 2024, subject to funding approvals during the 2024/2025 Multi Year Business Plan and Budget.

  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)

10.3

Community Services

10.4

Saskatoon Fire

10.5

Corporate Financial Services

10.6

Strategy & Transformation

10.7

Human Resources

10.7.1

2022 Contract Negotiations (2021 – 2023) - International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), Local No. 80 [CC2023-0503]

Chief Human Resource Officer McInnes presented the report and responded to questions of Council. 

• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois
  1. That the proposed changes set out in the Revision to the Collective Agreement (Appendix 1) with respect to the 2017 – 2020 Collective Agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local No. 80 be approved; and
  2. That His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the revised contract 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)

10.8

Public Policy & Government Relations

11.

LEGISLATIVE REPORTS

11.1

Office of the City Clerk

11.1.1

City of Saskatoon Municipal Manual – 2023 [CC2023-0501]

City Clerk Tittemore presented the report. 

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Jeffries

  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)

11.2

Office of the City Solicitor

11.2.1

The Private Crossings Over Ditches Amendment Bylaw, 2023 - Proposed Bylaw No. 9895 [EUCS2023-0402]

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report. 

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9895, The Private Crossings Over Ditches Amendment Bylaw, 2023, 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. 9895 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 Gersher

  That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9895 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 Gough

  ​That Bylaw No. 9895 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)

11.2.2

The Code of Ethical Conduct Amendment Bylaw, 2023 - Proposed Bylaw No. 9896 [GPC2023-0308]

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report. 

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9896, The Code of Ethical Conduct Amendment Bylaw, 2023, 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 Donauer

  ​That Bylaw No. 9896 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 Dubois

  That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9896 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 Block

  ​That Bylaw No. 9896 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)

11.2.3

The Residential Parking Program Amendment Bylaw, 2023 - Proposed Bylaw No. 9894 [TS2023-0401]

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report. 

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9894, The Residential Parking Program Amendment Bylaw, 2023, 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. 9894 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 Dubois

  That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9894 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 Donauer

  ​That Bylaw No. 9894 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)

11.2.4

The Campaign Disclosure and Spending Limits Amendment Bylaw, 2023 - Proposed Bylaw No. 9897 [CC2023-0502]

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report. 

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  ​That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. Bylaw No. 9897, The Campaign Disclosure and Spending Limits Amendment Bylaw, 2023, 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 Gersher

  ​That Bylaw No. 9897 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 Dubois

  That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9897 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 Loewen

  ​That Bylaw No. 9897 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)

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OTHER REPORTS

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INQUIRIES

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MOTIONS (NOTICE PREVIOUSLY GIVEN)

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URGENT BUSINESS

16.

GIVING NOTICE

16.1

Councillor C. Block - Cycling Safety [CK 6000-5]

Councillor Block gave the following Notice of Motion:

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

1. The Administration commission a third party road safety audit at the intersection of College Drive and Wiggins Avenue.
2. That the 2023 operating budget transfer to the Reserve for Capital Expenditures be reduced by $30,000 and reallocated to Transportation to complete a third party road safety audit at the intersection of College Drive and Wiggins Avenue.
3. That Administration provide an update on the implementation of the Active Transportation Plan, including but not limited to the status of any planned connections in the area bound by College Drive, Preston Avenue, 12^th Street, and Clarence Avenue.
4. That Administration provide a budget option for an annual Road Safety Audit program through the 2024-2025 Multi-Year Budget Process."

• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That Notice be waived for Recommendation 1 and 2. 

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

  DEFEATED (6 to 5)

  In accordance with Section 65 (3) of The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014, waiving Notice requires unanimous consent of the members present. 

  
  

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IN CAMERA SESSION (OPTIONAL)

18.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 1:06 p.m.