MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL - 2019 PRELIMINARY BUSINESS PLAN AND BUDGET

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Council Chamber, City Hall
PRESENT:
  • His Worship, Mayor C. Clark, in the Chair
  • Councillor C. Block
  • Councillor T. Davies
  • Councillor R. Donauer
  • Councillor B. Dubois
  • Councillor S. Gersher
  • Councillor H. Gough
  • Councillor D. Hill
  • Councillor A. Iwanchuk
  • Councillor Z. Jeffries
  • Councillor M. Loewen
ALSO PRESENT:
  • City Manager J. Jorgenson
  • City Solicitor C. Yelland
  • Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Financial Services K. Tarasoff
  • Former Interim Chief Financial Officer C. Hack
  • Interim Director of Finance K. Smith
  • Corporate Budget Manager J. Nechiporenko
  • City Clerk J. Sproule
  • Committee Assistant J. Hudson

The National Anthem was played and Mayor Clark opened the meeting on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis People.

  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. That City Council suspend the rules of having electronic participation of members limited to emergencies for this meeting to permit Councillor Hill the option to attend the meeting on Day 2 (and 3 if required), or a portion of, via teleconference;

    2. That the following communications be included with the agenda as outlined:

      Added to Item 5.1.1 (Requesting to Speak - Item 6.4 - Saskatoon Public Library)
      - Kathy Evans, with comments dated November 21, 2019;
      - Yann Martel dated November 21, 2019; and
      - David Parkinson dated November 21, 2019;

      Added to Item 5.1.3 (Requesting to Speak - General)

      - Keith Moen, NSBA dated November 22, 2019;
      - Brent Penner, Downtown Saskatoon dated November 24, 2019; and
      - Darla Lindbjerg and Margot Orr, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, with comments dated November 25, 2019;

      Added as Item 5.1.4 (Requesting to Speak - Item 6.9.2 - Development Review Program - Proposed Fee Changes)
      - Chris Guérette, Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association dated November 25, 2019;

      Added as Item 5.1.5 (Requesting to Speak - Item 6.14.2 - Wanuskewin's Stand-Alone Funding Agreement)
      - Darlene Brander, Wanuskewin Heritage Park dated November 22, 2019;

      Added as Item 5.1.6 (Requesting to Speak - Item 6.14.9 - Additional Transit Service - Rosewood Neighbourhood)
      - Murray Totland, Arbutus Properties dated November 22, 2019;

      Added to Item 5.2.1 (Submitting Comments - Item 6.4 - Saskatoon Public Library)
      - Abigail Chicoine dated November 19, 2019;
      - Tara Wallace dated November 20, 2019;
      - Melissa Just, University Library; Dean Dodge, YMCA of Saskatoon; and Brent Penner, Downtown Saskatoon, submitted by SPL November 20, 2019;
      - Rachel Engler-Stringer, University of Saskatchewan dated November 21, 2019;
      - Sheena Greer dated November 21, 2019;
      - Bryn Rawlyk dated November 22, 2019;
      - Anthony Gossner dated November 22, 2019;
      - Maygen Kardash dated November 23, 2019;
      - Pamela Giles dated November 23, 2019;
      - Caitlin Ward dated November 23, 2019;
      - Jola Pisz dated November 23, 2019;
      - Jeremy Wawryk dated November 24, 2019;
      - Franny Rawlyk dated November 24, 2019;
      - Kristina Clouthier dated November 24, 2019;
      - Yvonne Lynch dated November 24, 2019;
      - Arthur Slade dated November 24, 2019;
      - Tim Yaworski dated November 24, 2019;
      - Ena Bonny-Baker dated November 24, 2019;
      - Jane Deneer dated November 24, 2019;
      - Pamela Woodsworth dated November 24, 2019;
      - Tracey Mitchell dated November 24, 2019 (with LEC letters);
      - Erin Wolfson dated November 24, 2019;
      - Patrick Chassé dated November 24, 2019;
      - Carmody Hallamore dated November 24, 2019;
      - Christina Sitkowski, Saskatoon Chapter of Canada Learning Code dated November 24, 2019;
      - Cynthia Dyck dated November 24, 2019;
      - Kent Allen dated November 24, 2019;
      - Brooke Trippel and Johannes Lindenbaum dated November 25, 2019;
      - Joelle Schaefer dated November 25, 2019;
      - Yvette Nolan dated November 25, 2019;
      - Audra Krueger dated November 25, 2019; and
      - Dan Matthews dated November 25, 2019;

      Added to Item 5.2.2 (Submitting Comments - Item 6.14.6 - Low Emissions Community Plan Funding Options)

      - Meghan Trumpy dated November 19, 2019;
      - Jason Praski dated November 20, 2019;
      - Neil Sinclair dated November 21, 2019;
      - Dev Hopkins dated November 21, 2019;
      - Justin Fisher dated November 22, 2019;
      - Gail Stevens dated November 23, 2019;
      - Brenda MacDonald dated November 24, 2019;
      - Justin Fisher, Climate Justice Saskatoon dated November 24, 2019;
      - Tracey Mitchell dated November 24, 2019;
      - Linda Murphy dated November 24, 2019; and
      - Hayley Carlson dated November 25, 2019;

      Added as Item 5.2.4 (Submitting Comments - Item 6.6 - Environmental Health)
      - Julia Adamson, Friends of the Afforestation Areas Inc. dated November 22, 2019;

      Added as Item 5.2.5 (Submitting Comments/Request - Item 6.10 - Community Support)
      - Shawna Nelson, Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. dated November 25, 2019;

      Added as Item 5.2.6 - (Submitting Comments - General)
      - Blair Davidson, SaskTel Centre Board dated November 21, 2019;
      - Tasker Wanlin dated November 25, 2019; and
      - Natalie Beaton, CFIB dated November 25, 2019

    3. That Item 6.1.2 - Funding Plans Update report, be considered following Item 6.14, Business Plan and Budget Options;

    4. That Item 6.7, Appendix 1 be replaced with the correct 'Fees for Waste-Related Services - 2020/2021'; and

    5. That the agenda be confirmed as amended.
    In Favour: (11)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    Following confirmation of the agenda, Mayor Clark welcomed everyone, and noted that Councillors could remain seated for this meeting when speaking.


There were no declarations of conflict of interest.

Jeff Jorgenson, City Manager, provided opening remarks and Kerry Tarasoff, Chief Financial Officer provided an introduction of the budget.

The Administration presented a collective PowerPoint throughout the meeting, used by each of the General Managers to present their respective Business Lines.

Mayor Clark noted that those requesting to speak would have the option to do so at this time or during consideration of the specific item.

  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the following speakers under Items 5.1.1 through 5.1.6 be heard and the information be received. 

    In Favour: (11)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

James Lopaschuk, Kathy Evans, and David Parkinson were not in attendance at that time.

Yann Martel spoke in support of a new central library.

Angie Bugg provided feedback on behalf of the Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee with respect to the report under Item 6.14.6.  She spoke in support of the Low Emissions Community Plan and urged Council to proceed with and fund the proposals.

Chris Knihnitski, on behalf of the TCU Place Board of Directors, requested to speak during consideration of Item 6.5.

Keith Moen, NSBA; Brent Penner, Downtown Saskatoon; and Margot Orr, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce each provided comments with respect to the 2020/2021 Preliminary Civic Budget and answered questions of Council.  Extra copies of the Chamber's 'Municipal Budget Task Force Report' were distributed.

Chris Guérette, Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association, spoke to the options outlined in the report under Item 6.9.2 and answered questions of Council.

Darlene Brander and Tara Janzen, Wanuskewin Heritage Park, addressed Council and answered questions regarding Wanuskewin's funding request outlined under Item 6.14.2.

Murray Totland, Arbutus Properties, requested Council consider additional transit service in the Rosewood Neighbourhood by extending Route 86. He answered questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the comments submitted under Items 5.2.1 through 5.2.6 be received as information.

    In Favour: (11)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

The following communications submitting comments were provided:

  • Doug Darbellay dated October 3, 2019;
  • Marc Legge dated November 14, 2019;
  • William Cooper dated November 15, 2019;
  • Abigail Chicoine dated November 19, 2019;
  • Tara Wallace dated November 20, 2019;
  • Melissa Just, University Library; Dean Dodge, YMCA of Saskatoon; and Brent Penner, Downtown Saskatoon, submitted by SPL November 20, 2019;
  • Rachel Engler-Stringer, University of Saskatchewan dated November 21, 2019;
  • Sheena Greer dated November 21, 2019;
  • Bryn Rawlyk dated November 22, 2019;
  • Anthony Gossner dated November 22, 2019;
  • Maygen Kardash dated November 23, 2019;
  • Pamela Giles dated November 23, 2019;
  • Caitlin Ward dated November 23, 2019;
  • Jola Pisz dated November 23, 2019;
  • Jeremy Wawryk dated November 24, 2019;
  • Franny Rawlyk dated November 24, 2019;
  • Kristina Clouthier dated November 24, 2019;
  • Yvonne Lynch dated November 24, 2019;
  • Arthur Slade dated November 24, 2019;
  • Tim Yaworski dated November 24, 2019;
  • Ena Bonny-Baker dated November 24, 2019;
  • Jane Deneer dated November 24, 2019;
  • Pamela Woodsworth dated November 24, 2019;
  • Tracey Mitchell dated November 24, 2019 (with LEC letters);
  • Erin Wolfson dated November 24, 2019;
  • Patrick Chassé dated November 24, 2019;
  • Carmody Hallamore dated November 24, 2019;
  • Christina Sitkowski, Saskatoon Chapter of Canada Learning Code dated November 24, 2019;
  • Cynthia Dyck dated November 24, 2019;
  • Kent Allen dated November 24, 2019;
  • Brooke Trippel and Johannes Lindenbaum dated November 25, 2019;
  • Joelle Schaefer dated November 25, 2019;
  • Yvette Nolan dated November 25, 2019;
  • Audra Krueger dated November 25, 2019; and
  • Dan Matthews dated November 25, 2019

The following communications submitting comments were provided:

  • John Parry dated November 16, 2019;
  • Paul Wilkinson dated November 16, 2019;
  • Julia Boughner dated November 17, 2019;
  • Elizabeth Roth dated November 18, 2019;
  • Tim Quigley dated November 18, 2019;
  • Meghan Trumpy dated November 19, 2019;
  • Jason Praski dated November 20, 2019;
  • Neil Sinclair dated November 21, 2019;
  • Dev Hopkins dated November 21, 2019;
  • Justin Fisher dated November 22, 2019;
  • Gail Stevens dated November 23, 2019;
  • Brenda MacDonald dated November 24, 2019;
  • Justin Fisher, Climate Justice Saskatoon dated November 24, 2019;
  • Tracey Mitchell dated November 24, 2019;
  • Linda Murphy dated November 24, 2019; and
  • Hayley Carlson dated November 25, 2019

A letter submitting comments from Alex Fallon, SREDA dated November 13, 2019, was provided.

An email submitting comments from Julia Adamson, Friends of the Afforestation Areas Inc. dated November 22, 2019 was provided.

A letter submitting comments from Shawna Nelson, Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. dated November 25, 2019 was provided.

The following communications submitting comments were provided:

  • Blair Davidson, SaskTel Centre Board dated November 21, 2019;
  • Tasker Wanlin dated November 25, 2019; and
  • Natalie Beaton, CFIB dated November 25, 2019

Mayor Clark outlined the process for consideration of the reports, noting that sub-reports would be dealt with prior to the main report, where applicable, and that matters with multiple new motions having financial implications will be voted on in order of highest amount to lowest amount.

An information report from the Administration was provided and presented by Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff.

Councillor Block stepped out of the Chamber and was not present for the vote on this item.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Block
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

As per earlier resolution under confirmation of agenda, this matter was considered following Item 6.14, Business Plan and Budget Options (on Wednesday, November 27, 2019).

A report from the Administration was provided and presented by Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the Administration report back to City Council at its meeting on December 16, 2019 on revised funding plans for approval based on decisions made during the 2020 and 2021 budget deliberations.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

An information report from the Administration was provided and presented by Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff.

Councillor Gough stepped out of the Chamber and was not present for the vote on this item.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Gough
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Includes - Policing

A report from the Administration was provided.

Darlene Brander, Chair and Carolanne Inglis-McQuay, Vice-Chair, Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners, presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council along with Police Chief Cooper and Saskatoon Police Service Director of Finance Warwick.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    1. That the Saskatoon Police Service Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $110,431,100 in expenditures and $10,749,000 in revenues be approved;
    2. That the Saskatoon Police Service Business Line operating plan for 2021 totalling $114,776,900 in expenditures and $10,779,000 in revenues be approved;
    3. That the 2020 capital budget totalling $1,923,000 be approved; and
    4. That the 2021 capital plan totalling $2,693,000 be approved.
    In Favour: (11)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The meeting recessed at 3:13 p.m. and reconvened at 3:30 p.m.


Includes - Emergency Management; Fire Services

A report from the Administration was provided.

Morgan Hackl, Saskatoon Fire Chief, presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council.

Item 6.3.1 was considered and voted on prior to the vote on Item 6.3.

  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. That the Saskatoon Fire Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $52,564,100 in expenditures and $1,260,900 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda and as amended in Item 6.3.1;
    2. That the Saskatoon Fire Business Line Operating Plan for 2021 totalling $53,872,400 in expenditures and $1,269,900 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda and as amended in Item 6.3.1;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $2,985,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $1,495,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.
    In Favour: (11)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

An information report from the Administration was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the budget be increased by $120,000 in 2020 and 2021 for 1.5 FTEs for the Property Maintenance and Nuisance Abatement Bylaw follow-up.

    In Favour: (11)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Includes - Library Property Levy; Saskatoon Public Library

A report from the Administration was provided

Lisa Erickson, Saskatoon Public Library Board Chair, presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council along with Carol Cooley, Director of Libraries & CEO.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That the meeting recess and reconvene at 6:00 p.m.

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Against: (3)Councillor Gersher, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

    The meeting recessed at 5:10 p.m. and reconvened at 6:00 p.m. with all members of Council and same Administration present.  Questions of the Saskatoon Public Library continued.

    Mayor Clark confirmed James Lopaschuk and David Parkinson were not present to speak.

    Ms. Kathy Evans was present to address Council.  She read her submission in support of a new library and answered questions.


  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    3.  That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $152,900,000 be approved (recognizing that the borrowing is $87,500,000); 

    In Favour: (2)Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Gough
    Against: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    3.  That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $141,700,000 be approved (recognizing that the borrowing is $76,300,000);

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    3.  That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $132,900,000 be approved (recognizing that the borrowing is $67,500,000);

    In Favour: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (5)Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    1.  That the Saskatoon Public Library Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $27,192,800 in expenditures and $27,192,800 in revenues be approved;

    2.  That the Saskatoon Public Library Business Line Operating Plan for 2021 totalling $28,466,600 in expenditures and $28,466,600 in revenues be approved;

    4.  That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $200,000 be approved.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Davies
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

    The final resolution reads as follows:

    1. That the Saskatoon Public Library Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $27,192,800 in expenditures and $27,192,800 in revenues be approved;
    2. That the Saskatoon Public Library Business Line Operating Plan for 2021 totalling $28,466,600 in expenditures and $28,466,600 in revenues be approved; 
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $132,900,000 be approved (recognizing that the borrowing is $67,500,000); and
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $200,000 be approved.

Includes - Remai Modern; SaskTel Centre; TCU Place

A report from the Administration was provided. 

Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff presented the Business Line and answered questions along with members of the Administration.

The following individuals presented their respective Service Lines and answered questions of Council:

  • Lynn McMaster, Interim Executive Director and CEO and Nasha Spence, Director of Finance, Remai Modern;
  • Will Lofdahl, CEO and Trevor James, Director of Finance and Ticketing, SaskTel Centre; and
  • Chris Knihnitski, Director of Finance and Board members Jennifer Pereira and Brian Bentley, TCU Place
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough
    1. That the Arts, Culture and Events Venues Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $8,473,500 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 2021 totalling $8,697,600 in expenditures be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $353,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $732,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.
    In Favour: (11)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The meeting recessed at 10:17 p.m. and reconvened Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in Council Chamber with all members of City Council present with the exception of Councillor Hill.

    An intermittent teleconference was established with Councillor Hill; however, it was not maintained for the duration of the meeting.

    Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff provided an update on the budget numbers after day one of deliberations (3.19% for 2020 and 3.41% for 2021).


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

A report from the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Utilities & Environment Gardiner presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council with other members of the Administration.

Mayor Clark noted that for this item and the remainder of Business Lines, that recommendations 3 onward would be voted on first, then Council would return to recommendations 1 and 2 as they could be impacted by other motions.

Discussion ensued around whether the options were under debate at this time and the interpretation of Council's previous decision to direct the Administration to 'pursue' Option 2.

The meeting recessed 2:04 p.m. and reconvened at 2:16 p.m. 

The Mayor ruled that discussion of Options would be in order.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the ruling of the Chair be overruled.

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Councillor Hill entered the meeting via teleconference at 2:45 p.m.  Mayor Clark ruled Councillor Hill would not be permitted to vote on Business Line(s) if not in attendance for the entire item. 

    Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the ruling of the Chair be overruled.

    In Favour: (5)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    3.  That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $12,271,200 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    4.  That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $1,099,200 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    5.  That the Landfill entry fee, tipping fees (pro-rata weight charges), specific disposal fees, and discount for small loads remain unchanged for 2020 and 2021;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    6. That the City Solicitor be instructed to amend Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 8310, The Waste Bylaw, 2004, specifically to revise the commercial garbage collection rates listed within the report of the Chief Financial Officer dated November 25, 2019;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • 7. That the 2020 and 2021 Landfill Replacement Reserve provision remain unchanged at $29.50 per tonne for all waste landfilled, per the previous airspace valuation calculation;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    8. That the 2020 and 2021 Green Cart Program seasonal subscription fees increase to $60 (from $55) until April 30 of each year. Any renewals or new subscriptions paid after April 30 will cost $75, which remains unchanged from 2019;

    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  • IN AMENDMENT:

    Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That the 2020 and 2021 Green Cart Program seasonal subscription fees increase to $65 (from $55) until April 30 of each year.  Any renewals or new subscriptions paid after April 30 will cost $85 (from $75).

    In Favour: (6)Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Against: (4)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • VOTE on Motion 8 as amended

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Gough
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    9. That the Compost Depot Commercial Hauler Seasonal Permit fee of $150 per vehicle remain unchanged for 2020 and 2021.

    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  • IN AMENDMENT:

    Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    9.  That the Compost Depot Commercial Hauler Seasonal permit fee be increased to $300 and therefore be cost recovery.

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • VOTE on Motion 9

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block
    1. That the Environmental Health Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $23,536,700 in expenditures and $6,862,600 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda and subject to amended Motion 8;
    2. That the Environmental Health Business Line Operating Plan for 2021 totalling $26,726,400 in expenditures and $7,977,900 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda and subject to amended Motion 8;
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  • IN AMENDMENT to Motions 1 and 2:

    Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That the operating expenditures for the Environmental Health Business Line be reduced by $659,000 in 2020 and $443,000 in 2021. That this expenditure decrease be applied to the organics program, thereby reducing the proposed property tax increase for the program to 0.6% in both 2020 and 2021.

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • IN AMENDMENT to Motions 1 and 2:

    Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That Option 3, Slow Phase-In, as outlined in the report of the Administration dated November 25, 2019 be implemented.

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • VOTE on Motions 1 and 2

    In Favour: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

    The final resolution reads as follows:

    1. That the Environmental Health Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $23,536,700 in expenditures and $6,862,600 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda and subject to resolution 8;
    2. That the Environmental Health Business Line Operating Plan for 2021 totalling $26,726,400 in expenditures and $7,977,900 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda and subject to resolution 8;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $12,271,200 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $1,099,200 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    5. That the Landfill entry fee, tipping fees (pro-rata weight charges), specific disposal fees, and discount for small loads remain unchanged for 2020 and 2021;
    6. That the City Solicitor be instructed to amend Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 8310, The Waste Bylaw, 2004, specifically to revise the commercial garbage collection rates listed within the report of the Chief Financial Officer dated November 25, 2019;
    7. That the 2020 and 2021 Landfill Replacement Reserve provision remain unchanged at $29.50 per tonne for all waste landfilled, per the previous airspace valuation calculation;
    8. That the 2020 and 2021 Green Cart Program seasonal subscription fees increase to $65 (from $55) until April 30 of each year. Any renewals or new subscriptions paid after April 30 will cost $85 (from $75); and
    9. That the Compost Depot Commercial Hauler Seasonal permit fee be increased to $300 and therefore be cost recovery.

    The meeting recessed at 3:08 p.m. and reconvened at 3:24 p.m. with all members of Council present, except Councillor Hill.


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

A report from the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Utilities & Environment Gardiner presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    3.  That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $91,305,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    4.  That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $122,280,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    5.  That the Curbside Residential Recycling Program fees per household per month, as outlined in Appendix 1, be set at $7.38 in 2020, and $7.47 in 2021;

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    6.  That the Multi-Unit Residential Recycling Program fees per household per month, as outlined in Appendix 1, be set at $3.71 in 2020, and $3.86 in 2021;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    7.  That the City Solicitor be instructed to amend Schedule “D” of Bylaw No. 8310, The Waste Bylaw, 2004, specifically to revise the residential recycling fees listed within the report of the Chief Financial Officer dated November 25, 2019;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    8.  That the City Solicitor be instructed to amend Schedule “E” of Bylaw No. 8310, The Waste Bylaw, 2004, specifically to remove polycoat, black plastic, and plastic #6 expanded polystyrene from the list of permitted recyclable material;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    9.  That the 2020 and 2021 water and wastewater rate changes, as outlined in Appendix 2, be approved effective January 1 of each year;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    10.  That the 2020 and 2021 infrastructure rate change, as outlined in Appendix 2, be approved effective January 1 of each year;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    11.  That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate bylaws.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough
    1. That the Utilities Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $370,522,300 in expenditures and $370,522,300 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 2021 totalling $384,508,400 in expenditures and $384,508,400 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The final resolution reads as follows:

    1. That the Utilities Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $370,522,300 in expenditures and $370,522,300 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 2021 totalling $384,508,400 in expenditures and $384,508,400 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $91,305,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $122,280,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    5. That the Curbside Residential Recycling Program fees per household per month, as outlined in Appendix 1, be set at $7.38 in 2020, and $7.47 in 2021;
    6. That the Multi-Unit Residential Recycling Program fees per household per month, as outlined in Appendix 1, be set at $3.71 in 2020, and $3.86 in 2021;
    7. That the City Solicitor be instructed to amend Schedule “D” of Bylaw No. 8310, The Waste Bylaw, 2004, specifically to revise the residential recycling fees listed within the report of the Chief Financial Officer dated November 25, 2019;
    8. That the City Solicitor be instructed to amend Schedule “E” of Bylaw No. 8310, The Waste Bylaw, 2004, specifically to remove polycoat, black plastic, and plastic #6 expanded polystyrene from the list of permitted recyclable material;
    9. That the 2020 and 2021 water and wastewater rate changes, as outlined in Appendix 2, be approved effective January 1 of each year;
    10. That the 2020 and 2021 infrastructure rate change, as outlined in Appendix 2, be approved effective January 1 of each year; and
    11. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate bylaws.

Includes - 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 from the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Transportation & Construction Schmidt presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council with other members of the Administration.

  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    3.  That the 2020 capital budget totalling $44,305,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    4.  That the 2021 capital plan totalling $46,595,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    5.  That proposed fees for entrance and storage at the municipal Impound Lot for 2020-2021, effective January 1, 2020, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    6. That Bylaw No. 6774 – Capital Reserve Bylaw, 1993, be amended to specify that the Parking Capital Reserve shall be funded annually from an authorized provision in the City of Saskatoon’s Operating Budget.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. That the Transportation Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $143,706,300 in expenditures and $24,228,500 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 2021 totalling $147,601,500 in expenditures and $24,299,600 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The final resolution reads as follows:

    1. That the Transportation Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $143,706,300 in expenditures and $24,228,500 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 2021 totalling $147,601,500 in expenditures and $24,299,600 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 capital budget totalling $44,305,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    4. That the 2021 capital plan totalling $46,595,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    5. That proposed fees for entrance and storage at the municipal Impound Lot for 2020-2021, effective January 1, 2020, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved; and
    6. That Bylaw No. 6774 – Capital Reserve Bylaw, 1993, be amended to specify that the Parking Capital Reserve shall be funded annually from an authorized provision in the City of Saskatoon’s Operating Budget.

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

A report from the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Community Services Lacroix presented the Business Line and sub-reports, noting the proposed fee changes within Items 6.9.1 and 6.9.2 are included in the budget.  She answered questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That the time of the meeting be extended to complete the business line.

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Against: (3)Councillor Donauer, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

    Sub-reports 6.9.1 and 6.9.2 were considered prior to consideration of the recommendations contained in 6.9 as decisions in Item 6.9 would be impacted.


  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    3.  That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $2,420,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    4.  That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $1,933,000, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    VOTE on Motion 5 'as amended in Item 6.9.2'

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    5.  That the proposed fee adjustment for development permits and other development applications, as outlined in Appendix 1 and included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved as amended under Item 6.9.2;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    6.  That Council Policy No. C03-003, Reserves for Future Expenditures, be amended, as outlined in Appendix 1A, to provide for a Development Review Program Stabilization Reserve;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    7.  That the Administration undertake the necessary steps to implement the proposed fee changes for development permits and other development applications, including preparing the required notices for advertising the proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and preparing the required bylaws and policy amendments;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    8.  That the proposed commercial building permit fees for 2020–2022, as outlined in Appendix 2 and included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    9.  That the City Solicitor be instructed to draft the appropriate amendments to Bylaw No. 9455, Building Bylaw, 2017; 

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    10.  That the proposed fee increase for portable sign licensing, effective January 1, 2021, as outlined in Appendix 3 and included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved.

    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  • IN AMENDMENT:

    Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the effective date be April 1, 2020.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • VOTE on Motion 10 as amended

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries
    1. That the Urban Planning and Development Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $15,015,900 in expenditures and $8,129,300 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda, as amended;
    2. That the Urban Planning and Development Business Line Operating Plan for 2021 totalling $16,447,700 in expenditures and $9,585,500 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda, as amended;
    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The final resolution reads as follows:

    1. That the Urban Planning and Development Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $14,943,600 in expenditures and $8,063,000 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 2021 totalling $16,364,800 in expenditures and $9,502,600 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $2,420,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $1,933,000, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    5. That the proposed fee adjustment for development permits and other development applications, as outlined in Appendix 1 and included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
    6. That Council Policy No. C03-003, Reserves for Future Expenditures, be amended, as outlined in Appendix 1A, to provide for a Development Review Program Stabilization Reserve;
    7. That the Administration undertake the necessary steps to implement the proposed fee changes for development permits and other development applications, including preparing the required notices for advertising the proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and preparing the required bylaws and policy amendments;
    8. That the proposed commercial building permit fees for 2020–2022, as outlined in Appendix 2 and included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
    9. That the City Solicitor be instructed to draft the appropriate amendments to Bylaw No. 9455, Building Bylaw, 2017; and
    10. That the proposed fee increase for portable sign licensing, effective April 1, 2020, as outlined in Appendix 3 and included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved.

Report of the City Clerk:

"City Council, at its Regular Business meeting held on November 18, 2019 considered the attached report of its Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services and resolved that the proposed fee changes and policy changes for the Commercial Building Permit Program be forwarded for consideration by City Council at the 2020/2021 Budget Deliberations."

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Report of the City Clerk:

"City Council, at its Regular Business meeting held on November 18, 2019 considered the attached report of its Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services and resolved that the proposed fee changes and policy changes for the Development Review Program be forwarded for consideration by City Council at the 2020/2021 Budget Deliberations."

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That Option 1 - Improved Services with Lower Reserve Contribution, as outlined in the report of the General Manager, Community Services Department dated November 25, 2019 and provided as Item 6.9.2.1, be approved.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

An information report from the Administration was provided.

The meeting recessed at 5:20 p.m. and reconvened at 6:05 p.m. with all members of Council present, except Councillor Hill.

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

A report from the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Community Services Lacroix presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council.

 

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    3.  That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $100,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    4.  That the pet licensing rates for 2021, effective January 1, 2021, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget be approved;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    5.  That the proposed fee increase for services provided at Woodlawn Cemetery, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    6.  That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary amendments to Bylaw No. 6453, Cemeteries Bylaw.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    1. That the Community Support Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $18,635,000 in expenditures and $2,580,700 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 2021 totalling $19,216,700 in expenditures and $2,587,500 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The final resolution reads as follows:

    1. That the Community Support Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $18,635,000 in expenditures and $2,580,700 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 2021 totalling $19,216,700 in expenditures and $2,587,500 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $100,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    4. That the pet licensing rates for 2021, effective January 1, 2021, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget be approved;
    5. That the proposed fee increase for services provided at Woodlawn Cemetery, as included in the 2020/2021 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.

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

A report from the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Community Services Lacroix presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council with other members of the Administration.

The meeting recessed at 7:44 and reconvened at 7:52 p.m.

Councillor Davies excused himself from the meeting at 7:55 p.m.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Block
    1. That the Recreation and Culture Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $57,243,400 in expenditures and $24,691,600 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 2021 totalling $58,425,200 in expenditures and $24,890,100 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $4,830,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $5,215,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    5. That the rates for indoor arenas for 2021, effective October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022, as included in the 2020/2021 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, 2021, to March 31, 2022, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
    7. That rates and fees for sport fields for 2020-2021, effective January 1, 2020, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
    8. That the Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park (Nutrien Playland) admission rates and group rental rates for 2020-2021, effective January 1, 2020, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved; and
    9. That the Special Event Application Fee for 2021, effective January 1, 2021, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved.
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  • IN AMENDMENT to Motion 4:

    Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That Motion #4 be amended to remove Project No. 1578 in the amount of $1.88M from the 2021 Capital Plan (new amount $3,335,000).

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • VOTE on Motions 1-9 including Motion 4, as amended

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    The final resolution reads as follows:

    1. That the Recreation and Culture Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $57,243,400 in expenditures and $24,691,600 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 2021 totalling $58,425,200 in expenditures and $24,890,100 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $4,830,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $3,335,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    5. That the rates for indoor arenas for 2021, effective October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022, as included in the 2020/2021 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, 2021, to March 31, 2022, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
    7. That rates and fees for sport fields for 2020-2021, effective January 1, 2020, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved;
    8. That the Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park (Nutrien Playland) admission rates and group rental rates for 2020-2021, effective January 1, 2020, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved; and
    9. That the Special Event Application Fee for 2021, effective January 1, 2021, as included in the 2020/2021 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget, be approved.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That the meeting recess and reconvene Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.

    In Favour: (3)Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the meeting recess after consideration of Items 6.12, 6.13 and 6.16 and reconvene Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Includes - Facilities Management; Fleet Services; City Accommodation

A report from the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Utilities & Environment Gardiner presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council with other members of the Administration.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher
    1. That the Corporate Asset Management Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $12,949,200 in expenditures and $573,000 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 2021 totalling $13,551,600 in expenditures and $573,000 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $22,481,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $20,586,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.
    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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

A report from the Administration was provided.

Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council with other members of the Administration.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. That the Corporate Governance and Finance Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $77,740,000 in expenditures and $12,104,100 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 2021 totalling $78,588,300 in expenditures and $9,943,000 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $1,446,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $1,079,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.
    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    Pursuant to earlier resolution, agenda Item 6.16 was considered next.

    Following consideration of Item 6.16, the meeting recessed at 8:55 p.m. and reconvened November 27, 2019 at 1:03 p.m. with all Council members present except Councillors Hill and Jeffries to commence with Item 6.14.


  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That City Council suspend the rules of having electronic participation of members limited to emergencies for Day 3 of this meeting to permit Councillor Davies the option to attend the meeting, or a portion of, via teleconference.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (2)Councillor Hill, and Councillor Jeffries
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    Councillor Jeffries entered the meeting following the above vote.

    Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff outlined the process for considering the business plan and budget options, noting Item 6.14.1 contains a table of capital projects and funding sources to be considered first, by requesting capital additions to the list from the sub-reports that followed and any additional requests, then voting of project by project in order of highest to lowest cost, then final approval of the list.  The same process would follow for operating. 


A report of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That an increase of $600,000 for the Central Avenue Streetscape Project be recommended for consideration under the Capital Prioritization List under 6.14.1.

    In Favour: (6)Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Against: (4)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

The City Clerk reported that City Council, at its Regular Business meeting held on August 26, 2019, considered a report of the Administration regarding the above and resolved that the matter of an allocation of Reserve for Capital Expenditure funding of $200,000 for the Decorative Lighting Replacement Program be considered with the budget options for the 2020/2021 Business Plan and Budget.

  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That an increase of $200,000 for the Decorative Lighting Replacement Program be recommended for consideration under the Capital Prioritization List under 6.14.1.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That an increase of $200,000 for 2020 for Capital Project 2448 - Intelligent Transportation System, be recommended for consideration under the Capital Prioritization List under 6.14.1.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Block, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That an increase of $150,000 for 2020 and $150,000 for 2021 for Green Infrastructure Implementation be recommended for consideration under the Capital Prioritization List under 6.14.1.

    In Favour: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

A report of the Governance and Priorities Committee was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    That $69,400 for the Stand-Alone Funding Agreement with Saskatoon Crisis Intervention Services within the Community Support Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That $14,700 for the Stand-Alone Funding Agreement with Wanuskewin Heritage Park within the Community Support Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Motion Arising

    Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    That this item be forwarded to a Joint Governance and Priorities Committee meeting with the Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Donauer
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

A report of the Governance and Priorities Committee was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That $2,000 for the request from the Municipal Planning Commission within the Corporate Governance and Finance Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

A report of the Governance and Priorities Committee was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

A report of the Governance and Priorities Committee was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That Option 3 as outlined in the report of the Interim Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer dated November 12, 2019 for the Phase-In Options within the Corporate Asset Management Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

A report of the Governance and Priorities Committee was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

An information report from the Administration was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That the information be received.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

A report of the Governance and Priorities Committee was provided, along with a letter providing feedback from the Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee. 

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That $610,000 for Low Emissions Community Plan Funding (.25% dedicated property tax increase contribution) within the Environmental Health Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

A report of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That an increase of $150,000 for the Proposed Downtown Stimulus Strategy be recommended for consideration under the Capital Prioritization List under 6.14.1.

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

A report of the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That $34,000 for dust suppression on Beef Research Road as outlined in Option 1 in the report of the General Manager, Transportation and Construction Department dated November 4, 2019 within the Transportation Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Report of the City Clerk:

"The Governance and Priorities Committee, when considering a report from the Administration regarding 2020/2021 Business Plan and Budget Options at its meeting held on August 19, 2019, resolved in part, that Appendix 2 to the report of the Interim Chief Financial Officer be included as supplemental information for the Preliminary Business Plan and Budget Deliberations."

  • After deliberation and population of the Capital Prioritization List, Administration answered questions of Council, and spoke to implications of reducing budgets.  

    Votes on Capital Prioritization List:

    Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    Growth Plan Implementation and Corridor Planning / Infill Development as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    Cottony Ash Psyllid / Pest Management Reserve as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    City-Wide Solar Strategy as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    Curbside Organics Bin Purchase as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    Utility Solar Scale Solar Energy Project Implementation Parcel M - allocate funding of $500,000 to the project 

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Davies
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    Sidewalk Asset Management as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    Regional Planning (P4G) Requirements as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Block, Councillor Jeffries, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Davies
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    Arena & Convention Centre Business Case Development as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Financing Program as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    Waste Reduction - Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI) and Multi-Unit - allocate total funding of $700,000 to the project

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    High Performance Civic Building Policy – New Building Phase I - allocate funding of $75,000 to the project

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    Parks Asset Management Plan - increase funding allocation by $200,000 for a total of $450,000

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    Parks Asset Management Plan as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    Community Electrical Vehicle (EV) Adoption Strategy and Charging Infrastructure as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    Triple Bottom Line Implementation Support as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    Zoning Bylaw Update as presented in Item 6.14.1- Table 1

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    Zoning Bylaw Update reduced to $375,000 for 2020 and 2021

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • The following motion was deemed irrelevant as it was a lesser amount; therefore, was not voted on.

    Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    Zoning Bylaw Update reduced to $340,000 for 2020 and 2021

    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    The meeting recessed at 3:00 p.m. and reconvened at 3:16 p.m.


  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    Research Grant Program as presented in Item 6.14.1 - Table 1

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Davies
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    Central Avenue Streetscaping Project (added per Agenda Item 6.14.1.2) reduced to $500,000

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    Decorative Lighting Replacement Program (added per Agenda Item 6.14.1.3) as presented - increase $200,000

    In Favour: (8)Councillor Block, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies

    Proposed Downtown Stimulus Strategy (added per Agenda Item 6.14.7) as presented - increase $150,000

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    Intelligent Transportation System (added per Agenda Item 6.14.1.4) reduced to $180,000

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    Green Infrastructure Implementation (added per Agenda Item 6.14.1.4) as presented - $150,000 in 2020 and 2021

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • MOTION to RECONSIDER

    Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That the Item Growth Plan Implementation and Corridor Planning / Infill Development as presented, be reconsidered

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Jeffries
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    Growth Plan Implementation and Corridor Planning / Infill Development reduced to $2,000,000 for 2020 and $800,000 for 2021

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Additional Operating Budget Options (Item 6.14.9)

    Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That $25,000 for the Game Plan Phase-In (Optimist Hill) within the Recreation and Culture Business Line be added for the years 2020 and 20201 to the Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Gough
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

    The above motion by Councillor Davies, seconded by Councillor Iwanchuk, was subsequently WITHDRAWN in light of information provided by the Administration.


  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That $25,000 for the Culture Plan Implementation within the Recreation and Culture Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration. (2020 base)

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    That $100,000 in 2020 and $100,000 in 2021 for the Attainable Housing Phase-In within the Urban Planning and Development Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That $8,800 for Anti-Racism Initiatives within the Community Support Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That $100,000 in 2020 and $100,000 in 2021 for Urban Forestry and Pest Management Reserve Increased Contribution within the Environmental Health Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (6)Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (4)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That $175,000 in 2020 for Rosewood Transit Service Area Expansion within the Transportation Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That $175,000 in 2021 for Brighton Transit Service Area Expansion within the Transportation Business Line be added to the Operating Budget Options List for consideration.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Motion Arising

    Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher
    1. That a sustainability reserve be established;
    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    2.  That a green loan model be used to fund the new sustainability reserve on a go-forward basis, excluding projects that are currently underway;

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    3.  That that Administration report back to the Governance and Priorities Committee in Q1 on the impact and timeline of directing carbon tax rebates to the sustainability reserve.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Following deliberation and population of the Operating Options List -

    Votes on Operating Budget Options List (in order of largest amount to smallest amount:

    Low Emissions Community Plan Funding Options (added per Agenda Item 6.14.6) - $610,000

    In Favour: (2)Councillor Block, and Councillor Gersher
    Against: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    Low Emissions Community Plan Funding Options - $250,000

    In Favour: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Corporate Asset Management Plan Phase-In - Bridges (added per Agenda Item 6.14.5) as presented - $330,000 in 2020, $440,000 in 2021

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Block, and Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Corporate Asset Management Plan Phase-In - Parks (added per Agenda Item 6.14.5) as presented - $250,000 in 2020, $350,000 in 2021

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Block
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    Corporate Asset Management Plan Phase-In - Sidewalks (added per Agenda Item 6.14.5) increased to $250,000 in 2020

    In Favour: (5)Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (5)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED ON A TIED VOTE
  • Corporate Asset Management Plan Phase-In - Sidewalks (added per Agenda Item 6.14.5) as presented - $175,000 in 2020, $250,000 in 2021

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Rosewood Transit Service Area Expansion (added per additional motion above under Item 6.14.9) as presented - $175,000 in 2020

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Donauer
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Motion Arising

    Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Iwanchuk

    That the Administration report back before the 2021 budget process on service options and costs for expanding transit service in Rosewood.

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    Attainable Housing Phase-In (added per above motion under Item 6.14.9) reduced to $50,000 in 2020 and $50,000 in 2021

    In Favour: (2)Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Gough
    Against: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Urban Forestry and Pest Management Reserve Increased Contribution (added per above motion under Item 6.14.9) as presented - $100,000

    In Favour: (3)Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    DEFEATED
  • Stand-Alone Funding Agreement with Saskatoon Crisis Intervention Services (added per Agenda Item 6.14.2) as presented - $69,400

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Against: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Dust Suppression - Beef Research Road (added per Agenda Item 6.14.8) as presented - $34,000

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Game Plan Phase-In (Optimist Hill) (added per above motion under Item 6.14.9) - WITHDRAWN

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Gersher
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Motion Arising

    Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Davies
    1. That in lieu of a direct contribution, support the project through the phase-in of a game plan ($25,000 in 2020); and
    2. That the Administration report back to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development, and Community Services on how the funding relationship would be structured.
    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Culture Plan Implementation (added per above motion under Item 6.14.9) as presented - $25,000

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Gersher
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Stand-Alone Funding Agreement with Wanuskewin Heritage Park (added per Agenda Item 6.14.2) as presented - $14,700

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Anti-Racism Initiatives (added per above motion under Item 6.14.9) as presented - $8,800

    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Loewen, and Councillor Jeffries
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Municipal Planning Commission Operating Increase (added per Agenda Item 6.14.3) as presented - $2,000

    In Favour: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (4)Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Jeffries
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED
  • Brighton Transit Service Area Expansion (added per above motion under Item 6.14.9) as presented - $175,000 in 2021

    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (1)Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

    As per earlier resolution, Item 6.1.2 was considered next.


Includes - General Revenues; Fines and Penalties; Grants in Lieu of Taxes; Municipal Revenue Sharing Grant; Other Levies; Property Levy

A report from the Administration was provided.

Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff presented the Business Line.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block
    1. That the Taxation and General Revenues Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $5,179,200 in expenditures and $434,294,700 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Property Levy Service Line required to balance the 2020 budget from decisions impacting the levy, as amended; and
    2. That the Taxation and General Revenues Business Line Operating Plan for 2021 totalling $5,350,700 in expenditures and $451,349,500 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Property Levy Service Line required to balance the 2021 budget from decisions impacting the levy, as amended.
    In Favour: (10)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Davies, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Dubois
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED

Includes - Saskatoon Land; Land Development-Capital

This matter was brought forward and considered following Item 6.13 on November 26, 2019.

A report from the Administration was provided.

Chief Financial Officer Tarasoff presented the Business Line and answered questions of Council with Director of Saskatoon Land Long.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen
    1. That the Land Development Business Line Operating Budget for 2020 totalling $5,311,300 in expenditures and $5,311,300 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 2021 totalling $5,892,800 in expenditures and $5,892,800 in revenues be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda;
    3. That the 2020 Capital Budget totalling $53,496,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda; and
    4. That the 2021 Capital Plan totalling $89,604,000 be approved, subject to adjustments under the Business Plan Options section of the agenda.
    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, Councillor Jeffries, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Hill
    vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Former Interim Chief Financial Officer Hack provided the status on the budget numbers after completion of Council's deliberations (Property tax increase - 3.7% for 2020 and 3.87% for 2021). 

City Manager Jorgenson spoke to the benefits of a multi-year budget.

Business Line

2020 Revenue Total

2020 Expense Total

2021 Revenue Total

2021 Expense Total

Arts, Culture and Events Venues

                       -  

       8,473,500

                       -  

       8,697,600

Community Support

       (2,580,700)

     18,744,100

       (2,587,500)

     19,325,800

Corporate Asset Management

         (573,000)

     12,949,200

         (573,000)

     13,551,600

Corporate Governance and Finance

     (12,104,100)

     77,750,800

       (9,943,000)

     78,599,100

Environmental Health

       (6,862,600)

     23,686,700

       (7,977,900)

     26,876,400

Land Development

       (5,311,300)

       5,311,300

       (5,892,800)

       5,892,800

Recreation and Culture

     (24,691,600)

     57,518,400

     (24,890,100)

     59,050,200

Saskatoon Fire

       (1,260,900)

     52,684,100

       (1,269,900)

     53,992,400

Saskatoon Police Service

     (10,749,000)

   110,431,100

     (10,779,000)

   114,776,900

Saskatoon Public Library

     (27,192,800)

     27,192,800

     (28,466,600)

     28,466,600

Taxation and General Revenues

   (435,667,600)

       5,179,200

   (453,943,400)

       5,350,700

Transportation

     (24,228,500)

   144,420,300

     (24,299,600)

   149,180,500

Urban Planning and Development

       (8,063,000)

     14,943,600

       (9,502,600)

     16,364,800

Utilities

   (370,622,300)

   370,622,300

   (384,608,400)

   384,608,400

TOTALS

   (929,907,400)

   929,907,400

   (964,733,800)

   964,733,800

"TAKE NOTICE, that at the next regularly scheduled meeting of City Council, I will move the following motion:

'That Administration report back on providing a higher level of service for berm mowing on berm areas immediately adjacent to homes.'"

"TAKE NOTICE, that at the next regularly scheduled meeting of City Council, I will move the following motion:

'That Administration report back on their ability to provide the details of contingency amounts in capital projects when requesting approval from City Council.'"

The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.

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