MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL - 2022/23 PRELIMINARY BUSINESS PLAN AND BUDGET

Monday, November 29, 2021 at 1:00 P.m. - Wednesday, December 01, 2021 at 11:00 P.m.

Via Teleconference Hosted in the Council Chamber, Saskatoon City Hall

PRESENT:

• His Worship, Mayor C. Clark, in the Chair
• Councillor C. Block
• Councillor T. Davies
• Councillor R. Donauer
• Councillor B. Dubois
• Councillor S. Gersher
• Councillor H. Gough
• Councillor D. Hill
• Councillor Z. Jeffries
• Councillor D. Kirton
• Councillor M. Loewen

ALSO PRESENT:

• City Manager J. Jorgenson
• Corporate Financial Officer C. Hack
• Director of Finance K. Smith
• Budget Manager J. Nechiporenko
• Senior Financial Business Partner J. Meinema
• City Solicitor C. Yelland
• General Manager, Community Services L. Lacroix
• General Manager, Transportation & Construction T. Schmidt
• General Manager, Utilities & Environment A. Gardiner
• City Clerk A. Tittemore
• Deputy City Clerk S. Bryant

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1.

NATIONAL ANTHEM AND CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Clark called the meeting to order on Treaty 6 Territory and the Traditional Homeland of the Métis People followed by the National Anthem.   He confirmed Council attendance via roll call.

2.

CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer
  1. That the request to have Curtis McCoshen represent the Bus Riders of Saskatoon in place of Robert Clipperton in item 5.1.2 be accepted;
  2. That the video submission from Darlene Okemaysim-Sicotte, dated November 26, 2021, be added to item 5.1.3;
  3. That the following requests to speak be added as noted:
     1. 5.1.6 - Graham Dickson, SPCA, dated November 17, 2021;
     2. 5.1.7 - Warrick Baijius, Walking Saskatoon, November 27, 2021;
     3. 5.1.8 - Andrea Lafond, Meewasin Valley Authority, dated November 25, 2021;
     4. 5.1.9 - Erica Violet Lee, dated November 25, 2021;
     5. 5.1.10 - Keith Moen, NSBA, dated November 29, 2021;
     6. 5.1.11 - Jason Aebig, Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, dated November 29, 2021;
  4. That the following comments be added as noted:
     1. 5.2.5 - Kathie Pruden Nansel, Metis Nation Saskatchewan, dated November 25, 2021
     2. 5.2.6 - Estefan Cortes-Vargas, dated November 25, 2021;
     3. 5.2.7 - Sheena Greer, dated November 26, 2021;
     4. 5.2.8 - Sheri Benson, United Way of Saskatoon and Area, dated November 29, 2021;
     5. 5.2.9 - Louise Wiebe, dated November 26, 2021;
     6. 5.2.10 - Adam Pollock, Pleasant Hill Community Association and Ward 2 Civics Committee (two letters), November 27, 2021;
     7. 5.2.11 - Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlords Association, dated November 29, 2021;
     8. 5.2.12 - Sherry Tarasoff, dated November 29, 2021;
  5. 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

3.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

There were no declarations of conflict of interest. 

4.

BUDGET INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW

Jeff Jorgenson, City Manager provided an introduction and Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer provided an overview of budget consideration with a PowerPoint.

5.

COMMUNICATIONS

5.1

REQUESTS TO SPEAK

5.1.1

John Paul Wasan, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee - 2022 Proposed Budget [File No. CK. 1704-5]

A request to speak from John Paul Wasan, Member, Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee was provided.  

John Paul Wasan addressed the request from the Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee in Item 5.2.4.

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.2

Robert Clipperton - Bus Riders of Saskatoon - Purchase of New Buses [File No. CK 1700-1]

A request to speak from Robert Clipperton, Bus Riders of Saskatoon is provided.  Curtis McCoshen will be speaking on behalf of Bus Riders of Saskatoon.

Curtis McCoshen spoke on behalf of Bus Riders of Saskatoon regarding new bus purchases for Saskatoon Transit.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.3

Darlene Okemaysim-Sicotte - Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Girls and 2-Spirit People - 2022 Budget [File No. CK 1700-1]

A request to speak from Darlene Okemaysim-Sicotte, Co-Chair of Iskwewuk E-wichiwitochik, is provided regarding the above.

Darlene Okemaysim-Sicotte provided a video presentation and responded to questions of Council

• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.4

Andrea Lafond - Meewasin Valley Authority - Capital Budget [File No. CK. 1700-1]

A request to speak from Andrea Lafond, Meewasin Valley Authority was provided. 

Andrea Lafond spoke regarding the Meewasin capital budget request.  She also addressed the matter under 5.1.8 regarding Urban Ceremonial Space. 

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.5

Carrie Catherine - Reconciliation Saskatoon [File No. CK. 1700-1]

A request to speak from Carrie Catherine, Reconciliation Saskatoon, is provided.

Carrie Catherine spoke regarding the inclusion of an indigenous culture liaison and provided background on the Office of the Matriarch program. 

• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.6

Graham Dickson, SPCA - City Pound and Animal Welfare [File No. CK 1700-1 x151-13]

A request to speak from Graham Dickson, SPCA was provided.

Graham Dickson spoke regarding the request in 5.2.2 City Pound Keeper Agreement and responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.7

Warrick Baijius, Walking Saskatoon - Active Transportation [File No. CK. 1700-1]

A request to speak from Warrick Baijius, Walking Saskatoon, was provided.

Warrick Baijuis spoke in support of funding to pedestrian infrastructure.  

• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.8

Andrea Lafond, Meewasin Valley Authority - Urban Ceremonial Space [File No. CK 1700-1]

A request to speak from Andrea Lafond, Meewasin Valley Authority is provided. 

Andrea Lafond addressed this matter under item 5.1.4. 

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.9

Erica Violet Lee - 2022 Police Budget [File No. CK 1700-1]

A request to speak from Erica Violet Lee was provided.  

Erica Violet Lee was not available on November 29 to speak.  She spoke on December 1 under item 6.2.

5.1.10

Keith Moen, NSBA - 2022-23 Budget Deliberations [File No. CK 1700-1]

A request to speak and comments from Keith Moen, NSBA was provided.

Keith Moen spoke to the matters outlined in his letter.  

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.1.11

Jason Aebig, Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce 2022-23 Budget [File No. CK 1700-1]

A request to speak from Jason Aebig, Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce was provided.

Jason Aebig spoke to his letter provided.  

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Hill

  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

5.2

COMMUNICATIONS REQUIRING DIRECTION

5.2.1

National Affordable Housing Corporation - 2022-23 Budget Deliberations - Affordable Housing [File No. CK 750-4 x1700-1]

A letter from the National Affordable Housing Corporation dated October 14, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.2

Saskatoon SPCA - City Pound Keeper Agreement [File No. CK 151-13]

A letter from the Saskatoon SPCA dated October 18, 2021 was provided.

Council heard from Graham Dickson, SPCA under item 5.1.6 regarding this item.

• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the information be received and joined to item 6.10.1.

  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

5.2.3

Pat Tymchatyn - Meadowgreen Community Association - Industrial-Residential Interface Study [File No. CK 4110-39 x375-2]

A letter from Pat Tymchatyn, President, Meadowgreen Community Association, dated November 8, 2021 was provided.  

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.4

Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee - 2022 Proposed Budget and Support Letter [File No. CK 1704-5]

The City Clerk reported that the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services, at its meeting held on October 4, 2021 considered a request from the Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee regarding its budget and resolved that the request be referred to the City Council Budget Review meeting.

For 2022, the Committee is requesting an increase of $1,800 to its budget.

For Council's information, a copy of the Terms of Reference for the Advisory Committees was provided:

- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
- Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
- Public Art Advisory Committee
- Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the information be received and joined to item 6.14.1.

  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

5.2.5

Kathie Pruden Nansel, Metis Nation of Saskatchewan - Coming Home Report - MMIWG2S [File No. CK 1700-1 x100-10]

A letter from Kathie Pruden Nansel, Metis Nation of Saskatchewan, dated November 25, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.6

Estefan Cortes-Vargas, Alchemy Group - MMIWG2S [File No. CK 1700-1]

A letter from Estefan Cortes-Vargas dated November 25, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.7

Sheena Greer - Office of the Matriarchs - MMIWG2S [File No. CK 1700-1 x100-10]

A letter from Sheena Greer dated November 26, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.8

Sheri Benson, United Way Saskatoon and Area - MMIWGS [File No. CK 1700-1]

A letter from Sheri Benson, United Way Saskatoon and Area dated November 29, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.9

Louise Wiebe - Increased Taxes [File No. CK 1700-1]

A letter from Louise Wiebe dated November 26, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  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

5.2.10

Adam Pollock, Pleasant Hill Community Association and Ward 2 Civics Committee - Industrial-Residential Interface Study [File No. CK 1700-1]

Two letters from Adam Pollock, one representing the Pleasant Hill Community Association and the other representing Ward 2 Civics Committee, both dated November 29, 2021, were provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.11

Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association - Saskatoon Fire Budget [File No. CK 1700-1]

A letter from Cameron Choquette, Saskatchewan Landlord Association, dated November 29, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the information be received and joined to the file.

  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

5.2.12

Sherry Tarasoff - 2022-23 Budget [File No. CK 1700-1]

A letter from Sherry Tarasoff dated November 29, 2021 was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  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

  The meeting recessed at 3:00 p.m. and reconvened at 3:15 p.m. with all members in attendance.

  
  

6.

REPORTS (Sorted by Business Line)

6.1

GENERAL REPORTS

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That items 6.1.1 to 6.1.7 be received as information.

  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

  Any specific resolutions related to the items are included with the item. 

  
  

6.1.1

Preliminary 2022/2023 Budget and COVID-19 Financial Impact Update [File No. CK 430-72 x1700-1]

An information report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented.

Administration responded to questions of Council. 

The meeting was briefly recessed during consideration of this item due to technical issues. 

• The following was moved on voted on following consideration of item 6.1.7 however it was determined the motion related to item 6.1.1.

  Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Davies

  That in all future capital and operating budget deliberations, Administration include the following information in a separate report for all new FTEs:  position title, operating/capital cost, and notes and impact/risk of not approving the FTE.

  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
  Against: (1)	Councillor Gersher

  CARRIED

6.1.2

Capital Project Status Report – June 2021 [File No. CK 1702-1 x1700-1]

An information report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented.

6.1.3

Funding Plans Update – 2022/2023 Business Plan and Budget [File No. CK 1702-1 x1700-1]

An information report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented.

6.1.4

Neighbourhood Land Development Fund Update [File No. CK 1820-1 x1700-1]

An information report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented.

6.1.5

Budgetary Management Programs in Selected Cities [File No. CK 430-72 x1700-1]

An information report of the City Manager was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  That the Administration report with an itemized examination of the proposals in Calgary’s SAVE program and Edmonton’s Reimagine Services program with an analysis of the various options they implemented, or didn’t implement, to reduce cost, and recommendations on what we can learn from their work.

  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

6.1.6

Impact of Increase to User Fees [File No. CK 430-72 x1700-1]

An information report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

6.1.7

Options for Reductions to Expenditures and Transfers to Reserves [File No. CK 430-72 x1700-1]

An information report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

The meeting recessed at 5:08 p.m. and reconvened at 6:00 p.m. with all members in attendance. 

6.2

SASKATOON POLICE SERVICE [Budget Book pages 9-18] 

Policing

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Commissioner Jo Custead, Chair, and Commissioner Kearny Healy, Vice Chair, Board of Police Commissioners presented the Business line.   Police Chief Troy Cooper and Earl Warrick, Director of Finance, Saskatoon Police Service, responded to questions. 

• Moved By: Councillor Hill
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois
  1. That the Saskatoon Police Service Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $119,710,700 in expenditures and $11,491,600 in revenues be approved;
  2. That the Saskatoon Police Service Business Line operating plan for 2023 totaling $124,620,500 in expenditures and $11,656,400 in revenues be approved;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $3,772,000 be approved; and
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $3,669,000 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

6.3

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY [Budget Book pages 33-42]

Library Property Levy; Saskatoon Public Library

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Carol Cooley, Executive Director, Saskatoon Public Library, presented the Business Line and responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois
  1. That the Saskatoon Public Library Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $29,792,600 in expenditures and $29,792,600 in revenues be approved;
  2. That the Saskatoon Public Library Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $31,248,000 in expenditures and $31,248,000 in revenues be approved;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $100,000 be approved; and
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $100,000 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

6.4

ARTS, CULTURE AND EVENTS VENUES [Budget Book pages 43-52]

Remai Modern; SaskTel Centre; TCU Place

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided. 

Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer, provided an introduction outlining the City's contributions to the Remai, SaskTel Centre, and TCU Place budgets. 

Doug Matheson, Chair, Remai Modern Art Gallery of Saskatchewan Board of Directors, introduced a video presentation by Aileen Burns and Johan Lundh, Co-Executive Directors and CEO.   Aileen and Johan responded to questions of Council.

City Council recessed at 8:47 p.m. and reconvened at 9:00 p.m. with all members in attendance.

John Howden, Interim CEO, and Kim Dobrowolski, Director of Finance, SaskTel Centre, presented the SaskTel Centre budget and responded to questions of Council.

Tammy Sweeney, CEO, and Melissa Meier, Director of Finance, TCU Place, presented the TCU Place budget and responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Hill
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the Remai Modern budget as presented 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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the SaskTel Centre budget as presented 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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That the TCU Place budget as presented 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
• Moved By: Councillor Hill
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton
  1. That the Arts, Culture and Events Venues Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $9,250,000 in expenditures be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

      

  2. That the Arts, Culture and Events Venues Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $9,571,400 in expenditures be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

  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

  The meeting recessed at 9:47 p.m. and reconvened at 1:00 p.m. on November 30, 2021.  All members were in attendance. 

  
  

6.5

SASKATOON FIRE [Budget Book pages 19-32]

Emergency Management; Fire Services

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Chief Morgan Hackl, Saskatoon Fire Department, presented the Business Line and responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher
  1. That Saskatoon Fire Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $55,795,700 in expenditures and $1,269,900 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Saskatoon Fire Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $57,268,800 in expenditures and $1,269,900 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $1,495,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $2,950,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.

  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

6.6

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH [Budget Book pages 53-78]

Sustainability; Urban Biological Services; Urban Forestry; Waste Handling Service; Waste Reduction

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Angela Gardiner, General Manager, Utilities and Environment presented the Business Line and together with Jeanna South, Director of Sustainability, responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough
  1. That the Environmental Health Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $26,945,000 in expenditures and $7,947,900 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Environmental Health Business Line Operating Budget for 2023 totaling $24,892,800 in expenditures and $7,782,300 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $6,761,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $4,873,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.

  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

6.7

UTILITIES [Budget Book pages 79-112]

Saskatoon Light & Power; Storm Water Management; Waste Services Utility; Water Utility; Wastewater Utility

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Angela Gardiner, General Manager, Utilities and Environment, presented the Business Line and together with Russ Munro, Director of Saskatoon Water, responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen
  1. That the Utilities Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $378,049,700 in expenditures and $378,049,700 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Utilities Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $391,085,800 in expenditures and $391,085,800 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $107,062,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $108,334,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  5. That the proposed 2022 and 2023 water and wastewater rate changes, as outlined in Appendix 1, and included in the 2022/2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved effective January 1 of each year;
  6. That the 2022 and 2023 infrastructure rate change, as outlined in Appendix 1, be approved effective January 1 of each year;
  7. That the City Solicitor be instructed to draft the appropriate amendments to Bylaw No. 7567, The Waterworks Bylaw, and Bylaw No. 9466, The Sewer Use Bylaw.

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

  CARRIED

6.7.1

Solid Waste Reduction and Diversion Plan: Implementation Plan and Funding for 2022–2023 [CK 7830-1]

The City Clerk reported the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services, at its meeting held on May 3, 2021, considered the above-noted matter and resolved that the matter be referred to City Council's 2022/23 Business Plan and Budget Deliberations for consideration.   The information that was before Committee was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  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

6.8

TRANSPORTATION [Budget Book pages 113-162]

Access Transit; Bridge, Subways, Overpasses; Engineering; Impound Lot; Parking; Road Maintenance; Snow & Ice Management; Street Cleaning & Sweeping; Street Lighting; Transit Operations; Transportation Services

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Terry Schmidt, General Manager, Transportation and Construction presented the Business Line.   

The meeting recessed during consideration of matter at 3:11 p.m. and reconvened at 3:25 p.m. with all members in attendance.

Administration responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Block
  1. That the Transportation Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $152,930,600 in expenditures and $18,610,400 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Transportation Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $156,226,000 in expenditures and $20,826,800 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $63,221,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $94,647,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
  5. That the revisions to the Service Level for Snow and Ice Management to include winter maintenance on protected bike lanes and raised cycle tracks without additional funding be approved.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That Administration replace the intersection of Kenderdine Road and 115th Street with the intersection of Lowe Road and Nelson Road in Capital Project 02290.

  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

6.8.1

Saskatoon Transportation Strategy – Infrastructure Plan [Files CK 7000-1, x1700-1]

The City Clerk reported that City Council, at its meeting held on June 29, 2020 considered this matter and resolved, in part, that the information within the report of the General Manager, Transportation & Construction dated June 1, 2020 be included in the next multi-year budget cycle.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  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

6.8.2

School Zone Revisions and Playground Zone Implementation in 2022 – Funding Options

An information report of the General Manager, Transportation and Construction was provided.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the information be received and that consideration of 6.8.2 be deferred to following completion of RCE consideration.

  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

6.9

URBAN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT [Budget Book pages 163-208]

Attainable Housing; Building and Plumbing Permits; Business Improvement Districts; Business Licenses; Bylaw Compliance; Development Review; Regional Planning; Long Range Planning; Neighbourhood Planning; Planning Project Services; Research & Mapping; Urban Design

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Lynne Lacroix, General Manger, Community Services presented the Business Line noting that recommendation 6 in the report requires the addition of an amendment to Plumbing Permits Bylaw.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer
  1. That the Urban Planning and Development Business Line Operating Budget for 2022, totaling $17,912,100 in expenditures and $10,346,000 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Urban Planning and Development Business Line Operating Plan for 2023, totaling $18,608,100 in expenditures and $10,575,300 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $2,150,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totalling $1,050,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  5. That the proposed Building Standards program fees for 2022 and 2023, as outlined in Appendix 1 and included in the 2022-2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
  6. That the City Solicitor be instructed to draft the appropriate amendments to Bylaw No. 9455, Building Bylaw, 2017 and Bylaw No. 6583 Plumbing Permits Bylaw, 1985;
  7. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare amendments to Bylaw No. 9525, The Cannabis Business License Bylaw, 2018, as outlined in Appendix 2;
  8. That the proposed 2022-2023 fees for Development Applications, as outlined in Appendix 3 and included in the 2022-2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved; and
  9. That the City Solicitor be instructed to draft the appropriate amendments to Bylaw No. 9724, The Development Applications Fee Bylaw, 2020.

  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

6.10

COMMUNITY SUPPORT [Budget Book pages 209-232]

Animal Services; Cemeteries; Community Development; Community Investments & Supports

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.  

Lynne Lacroix, General Manager, Community Services Division, presented the Business Line and responded to questions of Council.

The meeting recessed at 5:01 p.m. reconvening at 6:00 p.m. with all members in attendance.   Discussion continued.

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher
  1. That the Community Support Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $19,901,000 in expenditures and $2,722,500 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Community Support Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $21,032,500 in expenditures and $2,797,700 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the proposed 2022 and 2023 rates and fees for Pet Licensing, as outlined in Appendix 1 and included in the 2022-2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget be approved;
  4. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary amendments to Bylaw No. 7860, Animal Control Bylaw, 1999;
  5. That the proposed Woodlawn Cemetery fee increase for services provided for 2022-2023, as outlined in Appendix 2 and included in the 2022-2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved; and
  6. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary amendments to Bylaw No. 6453, Cemeteries Bylaw, 1984.
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois

  That the grant not be released until a report is received and appropriate motion is approved by City Council regarding Saskatoon Sports Tourism funding.

  The motion was not seconded and therefore not considered.

  
  

• IN AMENDMENT

  Moved By: Councillor Kirton

  That motion 3 be amended to the fees as outlined below:

  Category                              2021 Approved Rate   2022 Proposed Rate   2023 Proposed Rate   Other Municipalities Average Rate

  Dog - Un-spayed/Un-neutered     $60.00                         $65.00                         $65.00                         $70.00
  Dog - Spayed/Neutered                $30.00                         $35.00                         $35.00                         $36.00
  Cat - Un-spayed/Un-neutered      $40.00                         $45.00                         $45.00                         $54.00
  Cat - Spayed/Neutered                 $18.00                         $20.00                         $20.00                         $19.00
  Juvenile Dog (under 1 year)          $30.00                         $35.00                         $35.00                         $36.00
  Juvenile Cat (under 1 year)           $18.00                         $20.00                         $20.00                         $19.00
  Service Dog                                   Free                             Free                             Free                             Free
  Tag Replacement                          $10.00                         $10.00                         $10.00                         $10.00

  The motion was not seconded and therefore not considered.

  
  

• VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION

  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

6.10.1

Saskatoon SPCA Request to Re-evaluate the Current Funding Structure for Pound Services

An information report of the General Manager, Community Services Division was provided.

• 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

6.11

RECREATION AND CULTURE [Budget Book pages 233-310]

Albert Community Centre; Community Partnerships; Forestry Farm Park & Zoo; Golf Courses; Gordon Howe Campground; Indoor Rinks; Nutrien Playland; Outdoor Pools; Marketing Services; Marr Residence; Outdoor Pools; Outdoor Sports Fields; Parks Maintenance & Design; Playground & Recreation Areas; Program Research & Design; Leisure Centres - Program; Leisure Centres - Rentals; River Landing; Spectator Ballfields; Targeted Programming

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Lynne Lacroix, General Manger, Community Services presented the Business Line and responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois
  1. That the Recreation and Culture Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $60,201,500 in expenditures and $25,717,500 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Recreation and Culture Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $61,258,600 in expenditures and $26,318,800 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $7,058,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totalling $3,520,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  5. That the rates for indoor arenas for 2022 and 2023, effective October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2024, as included in the 2022/2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
  6. That the golf course rates and fees for the three City of Saskatoon municipal golf courses, effective April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2024, as included in the 2022/2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
  7. That rates and fees for Charge for Use sport fields for 2022 and 2023, effective January 1, 2022, as included in the 2022/2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
  8. That the Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park (Nutrien Playland) admission rates and group rental rates for 2022 and 2023, as included in the 2022/2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
  9. That the Special Event Application Fee for 2022 and 2023, as included in the 2022/2023 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
  10. That the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo (SFFPZ) 2022 and 2023 rates and 2022 to 2024 rental fees, as included in the 2022/23 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, and outlined in Appendix 6, be approved;
  11. That the Gordon Howe Campground rates and fees for 2022 and 2023, as included in the 2022/23 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
  12. That the Indoor Leisure Centres and Outdoor Pools rental rates for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2024, as included in the 2022/23 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved; and
  13. That the registered recreation program and swim lessons rates effective April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024 and admission rates effective January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2023 at the Indoor Leisure Centres and Outdoor Pools, as included in the 2022/23 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, 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

6.12

CORPORATE ASSET MANAGEMENT [Budget Book pages 311-326]

City Accommodations; Facilities Management; Fleet Services

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

Angela Gardiner, General Manager, Utilities and Environment Division, presented the Business Line.   

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

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Block
  1. That the Corporate Asset Management Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $14,578,700 in expenditures and $998,000 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Corporate Asset Management Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $15,094,300 in expenditures and $998,000 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $21,997,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $20,512,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.

  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

6.13

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND FINANCE [Budget Book pages 327-364]

Assessment & Taxation; City Clerk's Office, City Manager's Office; City Solicitor's Office; Corporate Support; Debt Servicing; Financial Services; General Services; Legislative; Revenue Services; Service Saskatoon

A report of Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented. 

It was noted that the Media Relations FTE in the Business Line was being removed and therefore the figures will be adjusted accordingly for the operating plan in 2023 to $79,642,400 in expenditures.  He responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Block
  1. That the Corporate Governance and Finance Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $76,755,300 in expenditures and $9,646,700 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Corporate Governance and Finance Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $79,642,400 in expenditures and $9,348,000 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $9,269,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $10,944,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That item 6.16 be brought forward and considered.

  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

  Item 6.16 was considered next. 

  
  

6.14

BUSINESS PLAN AND BUDGET OPTIONS

6.14.1

2022-2023 Business Plan and Budget – Operating and Capital Options [File No. CK 430-72 x1700-1]

A report of Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented. 

He outlined the process to be followed with respect to adding matters from operating options to the consideration list and responded to questions of Council.   

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Jeffries

  That the Community Safety and Well-Being (2 items) be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Triple Bottom Line Operating Program be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the following be added to the consideration list:

  1. That the Public Engagement Advisor be added to the consideration list; and
  2. That the Public Engagement Consultant II (convert temporary to permanent). 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Communications Consultant for Fire be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That the Public Engagement Consultant II – Transportation be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Green Infrastructure Strategy Sustainment be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That Collections be added to the consideration list. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That Industrial, Commercial, and Industrial (ICI) Sector Waste Diversion Regulation – Operations and Sustainment and Climate Adaptation Program Sustainment be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That Graffiti Management be added to the consideration list. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the Fire Section managers and inspectors be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That the Indigenous Employment Coordinator be added to the consideration list. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the three (3) FTEs under Corporate REDI be added to the consideration list. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  That the Urban Forestry and Pest Management Capital Reserve Contribution be added to the consideration list. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Heritage Conservation Program be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That Parks Secondary Pathway Clearing be added to the consideration list.   

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois
  1. That the Recreation, Sport, Culture, and Parks Partnership Reserve be added to consideration list;
  2. That the transfer to the Reserve for Capital Expenditures be reduced by $100,000 for 2022 only and redirected to the Recreation and Sports Facilities Tax Abatement Program be added to the consideration list; and
  3. That $200,000 in operating funding be added to the 2023 budget for the Recreation and Sports Facilities Tax Abatement Program be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That Winter Maintenance on Bicycle Facilities (Bike Boulevards) – 36 Hours be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  That the Diefenbaker Park Road Maintenance be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That North Kensington – Tier 1 Introductory Transit Service be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the Roadways Emergency Response Plan be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the Engineering Technologist (Traffic Signals) be added to the consideration list. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois

  That the Transportation Data Analyst be added to the consideration list.

  There was no seconder and therefore the motion was not considered.

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton

  That the Planning Technologist (Traffic Data Collection) be added to the consideration list.

  There was no seconder and therefore the motion was not considered.

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the Aspen Ridge – Tier 1 Introductory Transit Service be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That item 5.2.4 Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee request for $1,800 increase be added to the consideration list.

  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

  Following decisions on operation items to be included on the consideration list, Council then considered individual items on the list via the following resolutions.  Only those items approved below from the original list were considered included within the final budget.

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the operating option - Community Safety and Well-Being Partnership in the amount of $20,000 for 2022, be approved. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen

  That the Diefenbaker Park Road Maintenance in the amount of $21,400 in 2022 be approved. 

  There was no seconder and therefore the motion was not considered. 

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That the Community Safety and Well-Being Strategic Planning Framework Development $25,000 in 2022 and $50,000 in 2023 be approved. 

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Heritage Conservation Program $25,000 in 2022 and $25,000 in 2023 be approved.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That Winter Maintenance on Bicycle Facilities (Bike Boulevards – 36 hr) $60,000 in 2022 be approved.

  Against: (9)

  Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton

  DEFEATED
• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  Winter Maintenance on Bicycle Facilities (Bike Boulevards – 36 hr) $60,000 in 2023 be approved.

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

  DEFEATED
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton

  That the Communications Consultant II (FTE) for Saskatoon Fire $53,200 in 2022 and $53,100 in 2023 be approved. 

  There was no seconder and therefore the motion was not considered. 

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the Public Engagement Advisor $107,600 in 2022 be approved.

  In Favour: (8)	Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
  Against: (3)	Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Donauer

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Indigenous Initiatives - 1.0 FTE Indigenous Employment Coordinator $59,500 in 2022 and $59,500 in 2023 be approved.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That Climate Adaptation Program Sustainment $145,000 in 2023 be approved.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Hill
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That Graffiti Management $60,000 in 2022 and $60,000 in 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
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  That Fire Organizational Transformation - Section Managers $160,000 in 2022 be approved.

  In Favour: (8)	Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
  Against: (3)	Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Donauer

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the Triple Bottom Line Operating Program $165,000 in 2023 be approved. 

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

  DEFEATED

  The meeting recessed at 5:04 p.m. and reconvened at 6:00 p.m. with all members in attendance. 

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That the Green Infrastructure Strategy Sustainment $165,000 in 2023 be approved. 

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Jeffries

  That North Kensington - Tier 1 Introductory Transit Service $167,200 in 2022 be approved.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That Aspen Ridge - Tier 1 Introductory Transit Service $167,200 in 2023 be approved.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Gersher
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) Sector Waste Diversion Regulation - Operations and Sustainment $159,400 in 2022 and $125,000 in 2023 be approved.

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

  DEFEATED
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the Fire Bylaw Inspector (1.0 FTE) - $85,000 in 2023 be approved. 

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Hill
  1. That the transfer to the Reserve for Capital Expenditures be reduced by $100,000 for 2022 only and redirected to the Recreation and Sports Facilities Tax Abatement Program; and
  2. That $200,000 in operating funding be added to the 2023 budget for the Recreation and Sports Facilities Tax Abatement Program.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That Corporate Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Department - 1 lead position $140,000 in 2022 be approved.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That Urban Forestry and Pest Management Capital Reserve Contribution $100,000 in 2022 and $100,000 in 2023 be approved. 

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That Recreation, Sport, Culture, and Parks Partnership Reserve $75,000 for 2022 and $200,000 for 2023 be approved.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Block

  That Roadways Emergency Response Plan $50,000 in 2022 and $100,000 in 2023 be approved. 

  The motion was not seconded and therefore not considered.

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Hill

  That $1,334,600 (equivalent to 0.5% property tax) be removed from the 2022 budget as a global adjustment in the Corporate Governance and Finance Business Line.

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

  DEFEATED

  Based on the resolutions from the consideration list, the following summary of operational additions resulted: 

   

  The meeting recessed and 8:49 p.m. and reconvened at 9:00 p.m. with all members in attendance. 

  
  

• MOTION ARISING

  Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the new 2022 FTE’s that affect the mill rate excluding Fire and Police be removed.

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

  DEFEATED

• MOTION ARISING

  Moved By: Councillor Hill
  Seconded By: Councillor Block

  That the Administration report on how transit services could be included in the indicative rate during future business planning and budget processes.   

  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

• MOTION ARISING

  Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the mill rate contribution to the Reserves for Capital Expenditures be reduced by $500,000 (to $1,398,900) in 2022.

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

  DEFEATED

  The following motions were made to add items to the Reserve for Capital Expenditures consideration list. 

  
  
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That school and playground zones ($710,000) in 2022 be added to the consideration list.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That Assisted Collections from Operations Document $50,000 in 2022 and $70,000 in 2023 be added to the consideration list.

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

  CARRIED
• Moved By: Councillor Hill
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Mental Wellness Consultant for 2022 and 2022 be added to the consideration list.

  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
• Moved By: Councillor Hill
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the Reserves for Capital Expenditures list be adopted as presented with the remainder to be held in contingency. 

  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

6.15

TAXATION AND GENERAL REVENUES [Budget Book pages 365-382]

Fines &Penalties; General Revenue; Grants in Lieu of Taxes; Municipal Revenue Sharing Grant; Other Levies; Property Levy

A report of Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented.

He outlined the changes to the Business Line as a result of previous decisions.

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Hill
  1. That the Taxation and General Revenues Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $5,214,300 in expenditures and $471,838,700 in revenues be approved; and
  2. That the Taxation and General Revenues Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $5,847,600 in expenditures and $484,685,800 in revenues be approved.

  In Favour: (8)	Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Kirton
  Against: (3)	Councillor Hill, Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois

  CARRIED

  Item 7 was considered next.

  
  

6.16

LAND DEVELOPMENT [Budget Book pages 383-394]

Saskatoon Land; Land Development-Capital

A report of Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer was provided and presented. 

Frank Long, Director of Saskatoon Land, responded to questions of Council.

• Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough
  1. That the Land Development Business Line Operating Budget for 2022 totaling $6,758,800 in expenditures and $6,758,800 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  2. That the Land Development Business Line Operating Plan for 2023 totaling $7,070,600 in expenditures and $7,070,600 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
  3. That the 2022 Capital Budget totaling $51,482,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
  4. That the 2023 Capital Plan totaling $46,901,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.

  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

  The meeting recessed at 8:27 p.m. and reconvened on December 1, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with all members in attendance.  Council returned to consider item 6.14.1.

  
  

7.

BUDGET SUMMARY - VERBAL REPORT

Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer, provided a budget summary at the conclusion of deliberations. Council approved property tax increases of 3.86% and 3.53% for 2022 and 2023, respectively. In general terms, a homeowner with a single-family detached home with an average assessed value of $344,000 would have a municipal property tax increase of $6.17 per month or $74.04 per year in 2022, and $5.87 per month or $70.43 per year in 2023.

8.

INQUIRIES

9.

MOTIONS (NOTICE PREVIOUSLY GIVEN)

10.

GIVING NOTICE

10.1

Councillor D. Hill - Budget Processes [File No. CK 1700-1]

Councillor Hill gave the following Notice of Motion:

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

'Whereas, transparency and accountability regarding budget implementation, are important to City Council, the administration and the public;

Whereas, the accounting and finance professionals within the administration have gone through extensive measures to calculate each business line in the annual budget;

Whereas, those calculations factor in related revenue and operating expenses for each business line;

Whereas, in preparation for budget deliberations, the administrative team, including senior management for each department, have reviewed in depth and approved, with recommendations, each business line;

Whereas, members of City Council reviewed and considered all of these administrative reports and supporting materials on each business line in preparation for, and during budget deliberations;

Whereas, during budget deliberations, members of City Council made decisions based on the detailed material presented with the expectation that the resources and expenses are allocated, throughout the year, as approved;

Therefore be it resolved, that the administration report twice a year, on all occurrences when revenue and/or expenses are adjusted/moved from one business line to another, with an explanation why and noting if the adjustment is temporary or permanent in nature.'"

11.

URGENT BUSINESS

12.

IN CAMERA SESSION (OPTIONAL)

13.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting held over the course of November 29, 30 and December 1, 2021 adjourned at 10:14 p.m. on December 1, 2021.