MINUTES

PUBLIC HEARING 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, via teleconference
  • Councillor R. Donauer
  • Councillor B. Dubois
  • Councillor H. Gough at 7:07 p.m.
  • Councillor D. Hill, via teleconference
  • Councillor Z. Jeffries
  • Councillor D. Kirton
  • Councillor M. Loewen
ABSENT:
  • Councillor S. Gersher
ALSO PRESENT:
  • City Manager J. Jorgenson
  • City Solicitor C. Yelland
  • General Manager, Community Services L. Lacroix
  • City Clerk A. Tittemore
  • Committee Assistant H. Janzen

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

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Block
    1. That the following letters be added to Items 6.1.2 and 6.1.3:
      • Requesting to Speak
        • Jill Hofer, McElhanney Ltd., dated April 22, 2024;
      • Submitting Comments
        • Jasmine Frolick, Sobeys Capital Inc., dated April 18, 2024;
    2. That the letter from Andrew Williams, North Prairie Developments, dated April 18, 2024, be added to Items 6.1.4, 6.1.5 and 6.1.6;
    3. That the following letters requesting to speak be added to Item 6.1.10:
      • Karen Kobussen, Strong Towns YXE, dated April 18, 2024;
      • Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated April 22, 2024;
    4. That the following letters be added to Items 6.1.10 and 6.1.11:
      • Requests to Speak
        • Douglas Tompson, dated April 21, 2024;
      • Submitting Comments
        • Michael Bischoff, dated April 19, 2024;
        • Kevin Abrey, dated April 19, 2024;
        • Walter Reisinger, dated April 21, 2024;
    5. That the letter requesting to speak from Nicole Burgess, Saskatoon and Region Home Builders' Association, dated April 22, 2024 be added to Item 6.1.11:
    6. That Delegated Authority – Special Events Vending Rights on Public Property be added as Item 6.2.1; and 
    7. That the agenda be approved as amended.
    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

Councillor Jeffries declared a conflict of interest on Items 7.1.10 and 7.1.11 due to operating a rental unit that is impacted by changes in the text amendments.

Councillor Hill declared a conflict of interest on Item 7.1.10 and 7.1.11 due to operating a rental unit that is impacted by changes in the text amendments.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the minutes of the Public Hearing meeting of City Council held on March 27, 2024, be approved.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents were provided:

  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024; and
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024. 

The City Planner advised that notification posters had been sent to all adjacent landowners within 75 metres of the site.

Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider the recommendation was put forward.

Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the Discretionary Use Application and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed. 

Kreg Harley, Chair, Municipal Planning Commission, expressed the Commission's support of the Discretionary Use.

Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the Discretionary Use Application submitted by Joy Fernandez, requesting approval to operate a Residential Care Home - Type II at 66 Bence Crescent, for a maximum of nine residents and two staff members, be approved, subject to the following conditions:

    1. The applicant obtains a Development Permit and all other relevant permits and licences, including a Building Permit; and
    2. The final plans submitted be substantially in accordance with the plans submitted in support of this Discretionary Use Application.
    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents were provided:

  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024;
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024;
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024; and
  • Letters:
    • Requesting to speak
      • Jill Hofer, McElhanney, Ltd., dated April 22, 2024;
    • Submitting comments
      • Jasmine Frolick, Sobeys Capital Inc., dated April 18, 2024.

Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider the recommendation was put forward.

Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the Preston Crossing Concept Plan amendment and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed, and he responded to questions of Council.

Kreg Harley, Chair, Municipal Planning Commission, expressed the Commission's support of the Rosewood Concept Plan amendment.

Council heard from the following speaker on this matter:

  • Jill Hofer, McElhanney Ltd.
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the proposed amendments to the Direct Control District 3 Concept Plan for the Preston Crossing Regional Commercial area as outlined in the March 26, 2024 report of the Community Services Division, be approved.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents were provided:

  • Proposed Bylaw No. 9983;
  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024 (see Item 6.1.2);
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024(see Item 6.1.2);
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024; and
  • Letters (see Item 6.1.2):
    • Requesting to speak
      • Jill Hofer, McElhanney, Ltd., dated April 22, 2024
    • Submitting comments
      • Jasmine Frolick, Sobeys Capital Inc., dated April 18, 2024.

Mayor Clark introduced the matter.  A motion to consider first reading of Bylaw No. 9983 was passed.

Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the Preston Crossing Concept Plan amendment and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed.

Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9983, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That Bylaw No. 9983 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9983 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    That Bylaw No. 9983 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 Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents were provided:

  • Proposed Bylaw No. 9980;
  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024;
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024; 
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024; and
  • Letter from Andrew Williams, North Prairie Developments, dated April 18 2024, indicating he will be available for questions.
Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider first reading of Bylaw No. 9980 was passed.
Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the proposed Official Community Plan amendment and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed.
Kreg Harley, Chair, Municipal Planning Commission, expressed the Commission's support of the Official Community Plan Amendment.
Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9980, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That Bylaw No. 9980 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9980 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That Bylaw No. 9980 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 Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents were provided:

  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024 (see Item 6.1.4);
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11,2024 (see Item 6.1.4); 
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024; and 
  • Letter from Andrew Williams, North Prairie Developments, dated April 18 2024, indicating he will be available for questions (see Item 6.1.4).

Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider the recommendation was put forward.

Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the Rosewood Concept Plan amendment and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed.

Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the proposed amendments to the Evergreen Neighbourhood Concept Plan as outlined in the March 26, 2024 report of the Community Services Division be approved.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents were provided:

  • Bylaw No. 9981;
  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024 (see Item 6.1.4);
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024 (see Item 6.1.4); 
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024; and 
  • Letter from Andrew Williams, North Prairie Developments, dated April 18 2024, indicating he will be available for questions (see Item 6.1.4).
Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider first reading of Bylaw No. 9981 was passed.
Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the proposed rezoning and expressed the Division's support.
Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9981, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That Bylaw No. 9981 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9981 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That Bylaw No. 9981 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 Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents are provided:

  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024;
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024; and
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024.

Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider the recommendation was put forward.

Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the Kensington Concept Plan amendment and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed.

Kreg Harley, Chair, Municipal Planning Commission, expressed the Commission's support of the Kensington Concept Plan amendment.

Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the proposed amendments to the Kensington Neighbourhood Concept Plan as outlined in the March 26, 2024 report of the Community Services Division be approved.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

The following documents were provided:

  • Proposed Bylaw No. 9982.
  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024 (see Item 6.1.7);
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024 (see Item 6.1.7); and
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024.
Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider first reading of Bylaw No. 9982 was passed.
Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the proposed rezoning and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed.
Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9982, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That Bylaw No. 9982 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9982 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That Bylaw No. 9982 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 Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary Building Restrictive Covenant and have it registered on title to Parcel W, Plan No. 102193534 restricting development within 10 metres of the southern property line.

    In Favour: (9)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

    Councillor Gough entered the meeting at 7:07 p.m.


The following documents were provided:

  1. Proposed Bylaw No. 9984;
  2. Report of the Community Services Division, dated April 24, 2024; and
  3. Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024.

This matter was not considered by the Municipal Planning Commission.

Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider first reading of Bylaw No. 9984 was passed.
 
Darryl Dawson, Development Review Section Manager, Community Services Division, reviewed the proposed rezoning and expressed the Division's support. A location slide was displayed.
 
Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9984, and give same its FIRST reading.

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

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

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

    ​That the hearing be closed.

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

    That Bylaw No. 9984 now be read a SECOND time.

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

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9984 read a third time at this meeting.

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

    That Bylaw No. 9984 now be read a THIRD time, that the bylaw be passed and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same and attach the corporate seal thereto.

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

    The meeting recessed at 7:10 p.m. and reconvened at 7:20 p.m. with all members of Council in attendance with the exception of Councillor Gersher. 


The following documents were provided:

  • Proposed Bylaw No. 9978;
  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024;
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024; 
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024;
  • Letters requesting to speak:
    • Karen Kobussen, Strong Towns YXE, dated April 18, 2024
    • Douglas Tompson, dated April 21, 2024
    • Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated April 22, 2024; and
  • Letters submitting comments:
    • Michael Bischoff, dated April 19, 2024
    • Kevin Abrey, dated April 19, 2024
    • Walter Reisinger, dated April 21, 2024.

Councillor Jeffries and Councillor Hill declared a conflict of interest on this item and Item 6.1.11 due to operating a rental unit that is impacted by changes in the text amendments. They excused themselves from the discussion and voting on the matter.

Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion to consider first reading of Bylaw No.9978 was passed.
Christine Gutmann, Senior Project Planner, Community Services Division, reviewed the proposed Official Community Plan amendment with slides and expressed the Division's support.
Kreg Harley, Chair, Municipal Planning Commission, expressed the Commission's support of the Official Community Plan Amendment. He responded to questions of Council.

Council heard from the following speaker on this matter:

  • Karen Kobussen, Strong Towns YXE, and responded to questions of Council; 
  • Douglas Tompson and responded to questions of Council; 
  • Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, and responded to questions of Council; 
  • Nicole Burgess, Saskatoon and Region Home Builders' Association, and responded to questions of Council;
  • Jonathan Nailer and responded to questions of Council;
  • Andrew Wagner;
  • Derek Cameron; and 
  • Bob Reid.

Adam Tittemore, City Clerk, Christine Gutmann, Senior Project Planner, Community Services Division, Lesley Anderson, Director of Planning and Development, Community Services Division and Cindy Yelland, City Solicitor, City Solicitor's Office, responded to questions of Council.

Councillor Davies excused himself from the meeting at 8:49 p.m.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9978, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (8)Councillor Davies, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (1)Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (8 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That the hour of the meeting be extended beyond 9:00 p.m. until completion of the Agenda.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That Bylaw No. 9978 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (5)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (2)Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED (5 to 2)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9978 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That Bylaw No. 9978 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: (5)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (2)Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED (5 to 2)

The following documents were provided:

  • Proposed Bylaw No. 9979;
  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 26, 2024 (see Item 6.1.10);
  • Report of the Municipal Planning Commission, dated April 11, 2024 (see Item 6.1.10);
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 6 and 8, 2024 (see Item 6.1.10);
  • Letters requesting to speak:
    • Nicole Burgess, Saskatoon and Region Home Builders' Association, dated April 22, 2024; and
  • Letters submitting comments (see Item 6.1.10):
    • Michael Bischoff, dated April 19, 2024
    • Kevin Abrey, dated April 19, 2024
    • Walter Reisinger, dated April 21, 2024.

Mayor Clark introduced the matter.  A motion to consider first reading of Bylaw No. 9979 was passed.

Christine Gutmann, Senior Project Planner, Community Services Division, reviewed the proposed Official Community Plan amendment and expressed the Division's support.

Mayor Clark ascertained that there was nobody present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9979, and give same its FIRST reading.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That Bylaw No. 9979 now be read a SECOND time.

    In Favour: (5)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (2)Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED (5 to 2)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9979 read a third time at this meeting.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That Bylaw No. 9979 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: (5)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, and Councillor Kirton
    Against: (2)Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    Conflict (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED (5 to 2)

    Councillor Jeffries and Councillor Hill did not re-enter the meeting. 


The following documents were provided:

  • Committee Report from the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation, dated April 2, 2024;
  • Report of the Community Services Division, dated March 5, 2024; and
  • Notice that appeared in the Star Phoenix on April 13 and 15, 2024.

​Mayor Clark introduced the matter and a motion putting forward the recommendations was made.

Lynne Lacroix, General Manager, Community Services Division reviewed the report.

Mayor Clark ascertained that there was no one present in the gallery who wished to address Council on this matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    ​That the submitted report and correspondence be received.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    ​That the hearing be closed.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer
    1. That the Administration be delegated the authority to grant vending rights in conjunction with outdoor special events on public property;
    2. That the proposed amendments to Council Policy C09-013, Use of Sidewalks, Boulevards and Parking Stalls – Vending, be approved as outlined in the report of the Community Services Department;;
    3. That the City Clerk be instructed to update Council Policy C09-013, Use of Sidewalks, Boulevards and Parking Stalls – Vending, as outlined in the report of the Community Services Department; and
    4. That the City Solicitor be instructed to make the required amendments to Bylaw No. 9170, The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014, as outlined in the report of the Community Services Department.
    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)

A list of flag raising and proclamation requests received for the month of March 2024 was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
    Absent: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Gersher
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (7 to 0)

The Public Hearing Meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m.

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