MINUTES

REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL

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Via Teleconference Hosted in the Council Chamber, Saskatoon City Hall
PRESENT:
  • His Worship, Mayor C. Clark, in the Chair
  • Councillor C. Block
  • Councillor T. Davies
  • Councillor R. Donauer
  • Councillor B. Dubois
  • Councillor S. Gersher
  • Councillor H. Gough
  • Councillor Z. Jeffries
  • Councillor D. Kirton
  • Councillor M. Loewen
ABSENT:
  • Councillor D. Hill
ALSO PRESENT:
  • City Manager J. Jorgenson
  • City Solicitor C. Yelland
  • General Manager, Community Services L. Lacroix
  • Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Financial Services K. Tarasoff
  • General Manager, Transportation & Construction T. Schmidt
  • General Manager, Utilities & Environment A. Gardiner
  • City Clerk A. Tittemore
  • Deputy City Clerk S. Bryant

1.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND CALL TO ORDER

 

The National Anthem was played and Mayor Clark called the meeting to order on Treaty 6 Territory and the Traditional Homeland of the Métis People.  Roll call was taken.

2.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA

This item has attachments. 
1.8.1.2 - Request to Speak - Joshua Remai_Redacted.pdf
2.8.2.2 - Request to be on call for questions - Benjamin Quattrini_Redacted.pdf
3.8.2.2 - Comments - Randy Pshebylo_Redacted.pdf
4.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - James McKnight_Redacted.pdf
5.8.2.4 - Comments - George Charprentier_Redacted.pdf
6.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Sandi Kerger_Redacted.pdf
7.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Denise Balcaen_Redacted.pdf
8.8.2.4 - Comments - Ellen Sokol_Redacted.pdf
9.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Jonathan Medori_Redacted.pdf
10.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Warrick Baijius_Redacted.pdf
11.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Dr Jim Arnold_Redacted.pdf
12.8.2.4 - Comments - Barbara Brent_Redacted.pdf
13.8.2.4 - Comments - Scott Mickelson_Redacted.pdf
14.8.3.1 - Request to Speak - Graham Baxter_Redacted.pdf
15.8.3.1 - Request to Speak - Patrick Wolfe_Redacted.pdf
16.8.3.1 - Comments - Andrew Wagner_Redacted.pdf
17.8.3.5 - Request to Speak - Lenore Swystun_Redacted.pdf
18.8.3.7 - Comments - George Zerebecky_Redacted.pdf
19.8.3.7 - Comments - Ivan Nahachewsky_Redacted.pdf
20.8.5.2 - Comments - Jason Aebig, Steph Clovechok, Keith Moen, and Brent Penner_Redacted.pdf
21.9.4.1 - Request to Speak - Brent Penner_Redacted.pdf
22.9.4.1 - Request to Speak - DeeAnn Mercier_Redacted.pdf
23.10.3.2 - Request to Speak - DeeAnn Mercier_Redacted.pdf
24.11.1.1 - Request to Speak - Darren Hill_Redacted.pdf
25.11.1.1 - Request to Speak - Ann Iwanchuk_Redacted.pdf
26.11.1.1 - Comments - George Charpentier_Redacted.pdf
27.11.1.1 - Comments - Dr Diana Wilson_Redacted.pdf
28.11.1.1 - Comments - Jamie Coulter_Redacted.pdf
29.14.2 - Request to Speak - Asit Sarkar_Redacted.pdf
30.14.2 - Comments - Guftar Ahmed_Redacted.pdf
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton
    1. That the letter requesting to speak with presentation from Joshua Remai, dated April 17, 2021, be added to item 8.1.2.
    2. That the letter following letters be added to Item 8.2.2:
      • Request to be available for questions
        • Benjamin Quattrini, Q Group, dated April 23, 2021;
      • Submitting Comments
        • Randy Pshebylo, Riversdale Business Improvement District, dated April 26, 2021;
    3. That the following letters be added to item 8.2.4:
      • Request to Speak
        • James McKnight, dated April 22, 2021;
        • George Charpentier, dated April 23, 2021;
        • Sandi Kerger, dated April 24, 2021;
        • Denise Balcaen, dated April 25, 2021;
        • Jonathan Medori, dated April 25, 2021;
        • Warrick Baijius, dated April 25, 2021;
        • Dr. Jim Arnold, Saskatoon Cycles, dated April 26, 2021;
      • Submitting Comments
        • Barbara Brent, dated April 22, 2021;
        • Ellen Sokol, dated April 25, 2021;
        • Scott Mickelson, dated April 25, 2021;
    4. That the following letters be added to Item 8.3.1:
      • Request to Speak
        • Graham Baxter, dated April 26, 2021;
        • Patrick Wolfe, dated April 26, 2021;
      • Submitting Comments
        •  Andrew Wagner, Maison Design Build, dated April 23, 2021;
    5. That the letter requesting to speak from Lenore Swystun, Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee, dated April 26, 2021, be added to item 8.3.5.
    6. That the following letters be added to item 8.3.7:
      • Submitting Comments
        • George Zerebecky, dated April 23, 2021;
        • Ivan Nahachewsky, dated April 24, 2021;
    7. That the letter submitting comments from Jason Aebig, CEO, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, Steph Clovechok, CEO, Tourism Saskatoon, Keith Moen, Executive Director, NSBA, and Brent Penner, Executive Director, Downtown Saskatoon, dated April 23, 2021, be added to item 8.5.2.
    8. That the following letters be added to item 9.4.1:
      • Request to Speak
        • Brent Penner, Downtown Saskatoon BID, dated April 25, 2021;
        • DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District, dated April 25, 2021;
    9. That the letter requesting to speak from DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District, dated April 25, 2021, be added to item 10.3.2.
    10. That the following letters be added to item 11.1.1:
      • Requesting to Speak
        • Darren Hill, dated April 23, 2021;
        • Ann Iwanchuk, dated April 25, 2021;
      • Submitting Comments
        • George Charpentier, dated April 23, 2021; 
        • Dr. Diana Wilson, dated April 26, 2021;
        • Jamie Coulter, dated April 26, 2021;
    11. That the following letters be added to item 14.2:
      • Request to Speak
        • Asit Sarkar, dated April 24, 2021;
      • Submitting Comments
        • Guftar Ahmed, dated April 24, 2021;
    12. That the following items with speakers be considered following consideration of the Consent Agenda:
      • Item 8.1.2 - Joshua Remai;
      • Item 8.2.4
        • James McKnight;
        • Sandi Kerger;
        • Denise Balcaen;
        • Jonathan Medori;
        • Warrick Baijius;
        • Dr. Jim Arnold,
      • Item 8.3.1
        • Graham Baxter;
        • Patrick Wolfe;
      • Item 8.3.5 - Lenore Swystun;
      • Item 9.4.1
        • Brent Penner;
        • DeeAnn Mercier;
      • Item 10.3.2 - DeeAnn Mercier
      • Item 11.1.1 
        • Darren Hill;
        • Ann Iwanchuk;
      • Item 14.2 - Asit Sarkar
    13. That the agenda be confirmed as amended.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

3.
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

 

3.1
Councillor Davies - Fred Sasakamoose Commemorative Sculpture (File No. CK. 4040-1)

 

Councillor Davies declared a conflict of interest on this item as Chair of the organization donating the piece of art.

4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES

This item has attachments. 
1.Post-Meeting Minutes - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING_Mar22_2021 - English.pdf
  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    ​That the minutes of the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on March 22, 2021, be adopted.

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

5.
PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

 

5.1
In Remembrance of Christopher Moore [File No. CK. 150-1]

 

Mayor Clark expressed condolences on behalf of City Council to the family and colleagues of Christopher Moore, who recently passed away.  Christopher Moore was a City employee at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. 

5.2
Mayor C. Clark - Condolences for Darrell Bell [File No. CK. 150-1]

 

Mayor Clark expressed condolences on behalf of City Council to the family of Darrell Bell who recently passed away,  recognizing his contributions to the community.  

5.3
Councillor C. Block - Elwood Flynn Retirement [File No. CK. 150-1]

 

Councillor Block acknowledged Elwood Flynn on his recent retirement and contribution to the downtown community.

5.4
Mayor C. Clark - Acknowledgement of Health Care Workers [File No. CK. 150-1]

 

Mayor Clark expressed appreciation to the nurses, doctors, and health care workers who have been working tirelessly during COVID.

6.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS

 

7.
QUESTION PERIOD

 

7.1
Councillor R. Donauer - Street Sweeping Update [File No. CK. 6315-3]

 

Councillor Donauer asked for an update on the street sweeping program.  


Director of Roadways and Fleet Saric provided an update of the plan indicating that currently the pre-sweep is occurring and provided information on the communications plan to residents.

7.2
Councillor R. Donauer - Park Irrigation [File No. CK. 7900-1 x4205-1]

 

Councillor Donauer asked what level of irrigation will occur in the parks for 2021.


General Manager, Community Services Lacroix indicated for the 2021 season the City is anticipating regular standards for watering and provided information on timelines.

7.3
Councillor B. Dubois - Summer Transit Route Changes [File No. CK. 7310-1]

 

Councillor Dubois asked for an update on what is expected for transit route changes in the summer season.


Director of Saskatoon Transit McDonald provided an update indicating that route changes are being explored but frequency of services discussions are being held with ATU and the Joint Productivity Committee.

7.4
Councillor C. Block - "Freedom Rally" [File No. CK. 205-1 x270-7]

 

Councillor Block indicated she has received concerns from residents with respect to the recent "Freedom Rallies" that are being held in the community, with the latest one being advertised as a children's event and whereas public health orders were not observed.   She asked what role the City has in these situations.


General Manager, Community Services Lacroix provided information with respect to enforcement.

7.5
Councillor M. Loewen - "Freedom Rally" - Frequency of Events [File No. CK. 205-1 x270-7]

 

Councillor Loewen indicated that residents are not comfortable using public spaces due to the frequency of the "Freedom Rallies" and asked at what point does a rally become a regular user, similar to a sports league.


General Manager, Community Services Lacroix indicated that the Parks Usage Bylaw does not specify with respect to rallies.  City Solicitor Yelland responded to a follow-up question around possibility of permitting requirement for regular and repeat users of the park.

7.6
Councillor T. Davies - Pool Bookings [File No. CK. 613-1]

 

Councillor Davies indicated that with having to book swim times for an hour that the lanes are sitting vacant because typically lane swimmers are only using them for 30 minutes and asked if there was an option for a shorter booking. 


General Manager, Community Services Lacroix indicated that bookings are monitored and would check back with the team. 

8.
CONSENT AGENDA

 

Items 8.1.2; 8.2.2; 8.2.4; 8.3.1; 8.3.5; 8.3.7; 8.4.4; and 8.5.5 were removed from the Consent Agenda.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    ​That the Committee recommendations contained in Items 8.1.1; 8.2.1, 8.2.3; 8.3.2 to 8.3.4, 8.3.6, 8.3.7; 8.4.1 to 8.4.3, 8.4.5 to 8.4.7; 8.5.1 to 8.5.4 and 8.5.6 to 8.5.11 be adopted as one motion.

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

    Item 8.5.5 was considered next.


8.1
Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

 

8.1.1
Climate Action Plan – Progress Report 2020 [File No. CK. 375-4]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Climate Action Plan - Progress Report.pdf
2.Admin Report - Climate Action Plan - Progress Report 2020.pdf
3.Append 1 - Climate Action Plan - Progress Report 2020r.pdf

  • That the information be received.

8.1.2
Boulevard Gardening and Maintenance Guidelines Update and Program Expansion Options [File No. CK. 4110-38 x 1860-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Boulevard Gardening and Maintenance Guidelines Update and Program Expansion Options.pdf
2.Admin Report - Boulevard Gardening and Maintenance Guidelines Update and Program Expansion Options.pdf
3.Append 1 - Comprehensive Engagement Report.pdf
4.Append 2 - Findings from the Boulevard Gardening and Maintenance Guidelines Review.pdf
5.Append 3 - Triple Bottom Line Assessment - Boulevard Gardening.pdf
6.8.1.2 - Request to Speak - Joshua Remai_Redacted(1).pdf

A letter requesting to speak from Joshua Remai, dated April 17, 2021, was provided.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.  Councillor Gersher presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services.  

Joshua Remai provided a video presentation.

Director of Sustainability South responded to questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough
    1. That Option 2 be approved: Expand program to include centre medians and a centre median application process, subject to approval of $50,000 in operating funding for 2022 onwards, to be brought forward to the 2022-2023 Business Plan and Budget deliberations; and
    2. That a $60,000 capital funding request for the development of a Feasibility Study and community engagement, to further expand the garden program, be brought forward to the 2022-2023 Business Plan and Budget deliberations.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Kirton

    That Administration report back on options to mitigate concerns about snow removal with regards to permanent gardening structures, including feedback from Edmonton and Calgary.

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

    Item 8.2.4 was considered next.


8.2
Standing Policy Committee Transportation

 

8.2.1
2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan – Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee (File No. CK. 430-1)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan – Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee .pdf
2.SAAC 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan.pdf

  • That the information be received.

8.2.2
Electric Scooters Framework Viability Review [File No. CK. 7000-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Electric Scooters Framework Viability Review.pdf
2.Admin Report - Electric Scooters Framework Viability Review.pdf
3.Append 1 - City of Ottawa 2021 E-scooter Pilot Project.pdf
4.Append 2 - City of Calgary Pilot Project Review Summary.pdf
5.Append 3 - City of Ottawa Pilot Project Review Summary.pdf
6.Speak - Jonathan Hopkins - Lime E-Scooters_Redacted.pdf
7.Presentation - Jonathan Hopkins - Lime.pdf
8.Email - Chris Schafer - speak - 7.1.1_redacted(1).pdf
9.Email - Arda Ertürk - speak - 7.1.1_Redacted(1).pdf
10.Email - Sandra Bobyk - comments - 7.1.1_Redacted(1).pdf
11.8.2.2 - Request to be on call for questions - Benjamin Quattrini_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters were provided:


Request to be available for questions

  • Benjamin Quattrini, Q Group, dated April 23, 2021;

Submitting Comments

  • Randy Pshebylo, Riversdale Business Improvement District, dated April 26, 2021.
    1. That the Administration begin work on this project as part of the 2022 department work plans, with work beginning the spring 2022 with a go-live pilot project date of spring 2023 for electric scooters; and
    2. That City Council write a letter to the Minister responsible for SGI to request an exemption for electric scooters similar to the exemption that exists for Electric bicycles.

8.2.3
Bus Rapid Transit Wayfinding, Branding, and Marketing Budget Adjustment [File No. CK. 4110-2 x 7300-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Bus Rapid Transit Wayfinding, Branding, and Marketing Budget Adjustment .pdf
2.Admin Report - Bus Rapid Transit Wayfinding, Branding and Marketing Budget Adjustment(1).pdf

  • That Capital Project #2328 - Transit Implementation Plan be increased by $500,000 in 2021 funded through the Bus Rapid Transit funding plan and decreasing the 2022 capital allocation to this project.

8.2.4
Victoria Avenue Bikeway, Pedestrian, and Traffic Safety Improvement Project [File No. CK. 6000-5 x 7000-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Victoria Avenue Bikeway, Pedestrian, and Traffic Safety Improvement Project .pdf
2.Admin Report - Victoria Avenue Bikeway, Pedestrian, and Traffic Safety Improvement Project.pdf
3.Append 1 - Route Analysis for an All Ages and Abililities Cycling Route in Buena Vista.pdf
4.Append 2 - Neighbourhood Bikeways Project – Victoria Avenue Corridor.pdf
5.Append 3 - Victoria Avenue Bikeway Options.pdf
6.Append 4 - Victoria Avenue Bikeway Recommended Conceptual Design.pdf
7.Email - Kira Judge - speak - 7.3.1_Redacted(1).pdf
8.Email - Denise Balcaen - comments - 7.3.1_redacted(1).pdf
9.Letter - Linda Moskalyk - comments - 7.3.1(1).pdf
10.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - James McKnight_Redacted(1).pdf
11.8.2.4 - Comments - George Charprentier_Redacted(1).pdf
12.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Sandi Kerger_Redacted(1).pdf
13.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Denise Balcaen_Redacted(1).pdf
14.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Jonathan Medori_Redacted(1).pdf
15.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Warrick Baijius_Redacted(1).pdf
16.8.2.4 - Request to Speak - Dr Jim Arnold_Redacted(1).pdf
17.8.2.4 - Comments - John Thomson_Redacted.pdf
18.8.2.4 - Comments - Lonnie Bley_Redacted.pdf
19.8.2.4 - Comments - Paul Clancy.pdf
20.8.2.4 - Comments - Barbara Brent_Redacted(1).pdf
21.8.2.4 - Comments - Ellen Sokol_Redacted(1).pdf
22.8.2.4 - Comments - Scott Mickelson_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters were provided:


Requesting to Speak

  • James McKnight, dated April 22, 2021;
  • Sandi Kerger, dated April 24, 2021;
  • Denise Balcaen, dated April 25, 2021;
  • Jonathan Medori, dated April 25, 2021;
  • Warrick Baijius, dated April 25, 2021;
  • Dr. Jim Arnold, Saskatoon Cycles, dated April 26, 2021;

Submitting Comments

  • John Thomson, dated April 8, 2021;
  • Lonnie Bley, dated April 16, 2021; 
  • Paul Clancy, dated April 19, 2021; 
  • Barbara Brent, dated April 22, 2021;
  • George Charpentier, dated April 23, 2021;
  • Ellen Sokol, dated April 25, 2021; and
  • Scott Mickelson, dated April 25, 2021.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda. Councillor Dubois presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation.

Council heard from the following speakers:

- James McKnight
- Sandi Kerger
- Denise Balcaen
- Jonathan Medori
- Warrick Baijius
- Dr. Jim Arnold

Director of Transportation Magus responded to questions of Council.

The meeting recessed during consideration of this matter at 2:56 p.m. reconvening at 3:10 p.m. with all members in attendance with the exception of Councillor Hill.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That Option 1 – Bidirectional Bike Lane (west side) be approved in principle.

    In Favour: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    Against: (6)Councillor Kirton, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Loewen
    DEFEATED (4 to 6)
  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That City Council approve Option 4.

    In Favour: (5)Councillor Kirton, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (4)Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Dubois
    CARRIED (5 to 4)
  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Block
    1. That Administration report further on approaches that would reduce the overall project cost, including innovative design and construction approaches and external funding options such as the federal AT funding, and Gas Tax funding.
    2. That administration report back with options to ensure design consistency on identified AT corridors.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 8.3.1 was considered next.


8.3
Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services

 

8.3.1
Riverbank Overlay District – Review of In-Ground Swimming Pools [File No. CK. 4350-019-003]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Riverbank Overlay District-Inground Pools.pdf
2.Admin Report - Riverbank Overlay District - Review of In-Ground Swimming Pools.pdf
3.8.3.1 - Request to Speak - Graham Baxter_Redacted(1).pdf
4.8.3.1 - Request to Speak - Patrick Wolfe_Redacted(1).pdf
5.8.3.1 - Comments - Andrew Wagner_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters were provided:


Request to Speak

  • Graham Baxter, dated April 26, 2021;
  • Patrick Wolfe, dated April 26, 2021;

Submitting Comments

  •  Andrew Wagner, Maison Design Build, dated April 23, 2021;

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda. Councillor Davies presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services.

Council heard from the following speakers:

- Graham Baxter
- Patrick Wolfe

Director of Building Standards Fagnou responded to questions of Council. 

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries
    1. That Option 2 – Permit In-Ground Swimming Pools with Site Specific Geotechnical Review and Engineered Design – No Monitoring; and
    2. That the Administration advise the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services as to the feasibility and utility of using water consumption data as a means to identify leaks for in-ground pools in this district.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 8.3.1 was considered next.


8.3.2
Development Appeals Board 2020 Annual Report [File No. CK. 430-30]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - DAB 2020 Annual Report.pdf
2.DAB 2020 Annual Report.pdf

  • That the Development Appeals Board 2020 Annual Report be received as information.

8.3.3
Civic Naming Committee – First Quarter Report 2021 [File No. CK. 6310-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - CNC - First Quarter Report 2021.pdf
2.CNC Report - First Quarter 2021_Redacted.pdf
3.Admin Report - Civic Naming Committee - First Quarter Report 2021.pdf
4.Append 1 - Prioritized Names Master List.pdf
5.Append 2 - Brighton - Shakamohtaa Schmeiser and Tufts.pdf
6.Append 3 - Marquis Industrial - Radu Crescent.pdf
7.Append 4 - Original Submission - Larson_Redacted.pdf
8.Append 5 - Original Submission - Maruk_Redacted.pdf

  • That the information be received.

8.3.4
Public Art Advisory Committee 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan [File No. CK. 175-58]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - PAAC 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan.pdf
2.PAAC 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan_Redacted.pdf

  • That the Public Art Advisory Committee 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan be received as information.

8.3.5
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan [File No. CK. 430-27]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - MHAC 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan.pdf
2.MHAC - Advisory Committee Annual Report 2020 and 2021 Work Plan.pdf
3.8.3.5 - Request to Speak - Lenore Swystun_Redacted(1).pdf

A letter requesting to speak from Lenore Swystun, Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee, dated April 26, 2021 was provided.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.  Councillor Davies introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services.

Lenore Swystun presented the annual report of the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee.

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan be received as information.

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

    Item 9.4.1 was considered next.


8.3.6
Drainage Regulation Project – Proposed New Drainage Bylaw No. 8379 [File No. CK. 4110-1, x7830-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Drainage Regulation Project-Proposed New Drainage Bylaw.pdf
2.Admin Report - Drainage Regulation Project - Proposed New Drainage Bylaw.pdf
3.Append 1 - Drainage Regulation Project Initiatives.pdf
4.Append 2 - Summary of Proposed Drainage Bylaw.pdf
5.Append 3 - Municipal Scan - Drainage Regulation Practices.pdf
6.Append 4 - Engagement Summary.pdf
    1. That the proposed changes to drainage regulation, as outlined in the April 12, 2021 report of the General Manager, Community Services, be approved; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to draft a new drainage bylaw to replace Bylaw No. 8379, The Drainage Bylaw, 2005.

8.3.7
Meadowgreen Recycling Depot Closure [File No. CK. 7830-5, x4000-18]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Meadowgreen Recycling Depot Closures.pdf
2.Admin Report - Meadowgreen Recycle Depot Closure.pdf
3.Append 1 - Location Map.pdf
4.Append 2 - City of Saskatoon Recycling Depots.pdf
5.Append 3 - Indentified Safety Issues at Meadowgreen Recycling Depot.pdf
6.Append 4 - Risk and Feasibility Study for Meadowgreen Recycling Depot.pdf
7.7.2.2 - Comments - George Zerebecky_Redacted(1).pdf
8.7.2.2 - Comments - Kenneth Cowan_Redacted(1).pdf
9.7.2.2 Comments - Kellner_Redacted(1).pdf
10.7.2.2 - Comments - Robert A. Roy_Redacted(1).pdf
11.Email - Hanna Sullivan - 8.3.7 Comments_Redacted.pdf
12.8.3.7 - Comments - George Zerebecky_Redacted(1).pdf
13.8.3.7 - Comments - Ivan Nahachewsky_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters were provided:

  • Hanna Sullivan, dated April 19, 2021;
  • George Zerebecky, dated April 23, 2021; and
  • Ivan Nahachewsky, dated April 24, 2021

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.  Councillor Davies presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services.

General Manager, Environment and Utilities Gardiner responded to questions.

  • Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher
    1. That immediately, the Meadowgreen Recycling Depot be permanently closed; and
    2. That Administration proceed with closing and remediating the Meadowgreen Recycling Depot as outlined in the April 12, 2021 report of the General Manager, Community Services.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 8.4.4 was considered next.


8.4
Standing Policy Committee on Finance

 

8.4.1
Notice of Annual General Meetings – The Saskatoon Gallery and Conservatory Corporation and The Art Gallery of Saskatchewan Inc. [File No. CK. 175-27]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Notice of Annual Meeting - Sask Gallery.pdf
2.NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - SGCC.pdf
3.SGCC AGM Meeting Package - 04.27.21.pdf
4.Notice of Meeting - AGS -04.27.21.pdf
5.AGS AGM Meeting Package - 04.27.21.pdf

  • That the Standing Policy Committee on Finance recommend to City Council that the City of Saskatoon, being a member of both The Saskatoon Gallery and Conservatory Corporation and The Art Gallery of Saskatchewan Inc., appoint Charlie Clark, or in his absence, Councillor Mairin Loewen or Councillor David Kirton of the City of Saskatoon, in the Province of Saskatchewan, as its proxy to vote for it on its behalf at the Annual General Meetings of the members of The Saskatoon Gallery and Conservatory Corporation and The Art Gallery of Saskatchewan Inc. to be held on the 27th day of April, 2021 or at any adjournment or adjournments thereof.

8.4.2
Notice of Annual General Meeting - Saskatoon Centennial Auditorium and Convention Centre Corporation and Saskatoon Centennial Auditorium Foundation [CK. 175-28]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Notice of Annual General Meeting - TCU Place.pdf
2.TCU - AGM Notice 2021.pdf
3.30-Apr-20 TCU AGM Council Package.pdf

  • That the Standing Policy Committee on Finance recommend to City Council that the City of Saskatoon, being a member of both the Saskatoon Centennial Auditorium Convention Centre Corporation Board of Directors and the Saskatoon Centennial Auditorium Foundation Board of Directors appoint Mayor Charlie Clark, or in his absence, Councillor Bev Dubois or Councillor David Kirton of the City of Saskatoon, in the Province of Saskatchewan, as its proxy to vote for it on its behalf at the Annual General Meetings of the members of the Saskatoon Centennial Auditorium Convention Centre Corporation and the Saskatoon Centennial Auditorium Foundation, to be held on the 29th day of April, 2021, or at any adjournment or adjournments thereof.

8.4.3
Internal Audit Update and Reserve Transfer – Year-End 2020 [File No. CK. 1600-3 x 1815-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Internal Audit Update and Reserve Transfer – Year-End 2020.pdf
2.Admin Report - Internal Audit Update and Reserve Transfer - Year-End 2020.pdf

  • That the transfer to the Internal Audit Program Reserve of the unspent amount of $316,739.79 for the Internal Audit Program be waived for the year ended December 31, 2020.

8.4.4
Preliminary Year-End Results – December 31, 2020 [File No. CK. 1704-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Preliminary Year-End Results – December 31, 2020.pdf
2.Admin Report - Preliminary Year End Results - December 31, 2020.pdf
3.Append 1 - Preliminary Financial Results - Year Ending December 31, 2020.pdf
4.Append 2 - Detailed Overview of Preliminary Year-End Financial Results.pdf

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.  Councillor Block presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Finance.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer
    1. That the deficit within the Snow and Ice Program be partially offset by a transfer from the Snow and Ice Management Contingency Reserve in the amount of $3,453,144; and
    2. That the remaining year-end deficit be offset by a transfer from the Fiscal Stabilization Reserve in the amount of $701,813.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 10.1.1 was considered next.


8.4.5
SREDA – Business Incentives – 2021 Tax Abatements [File No. CK. 3500-13]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - SREDA – Business Incentives – 2021 Tax Abatements.pdf
2.Admin Report - SREDA - Business Incentives - 2021 Tax Abatements.pdf
3.Append 1 - Letter from Joanne Baczuk, Director, Business Development - March 19, 2021.pdf
4.Append 2 - 2021 Estimated Economic Incentives.pdf

  • That the incentive abatements as determined by the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority be approved.

8.4.6
Saskatoon Soccer Centre Inc. Tax Abatement Renewal 2021-2025 [File No. CK. 1965-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Saskatoon Soccer Centre Inc. Tax Abatement Renewal 2021-2025.pdf
2.Admin Report - Saskatoon Soccer Centre Inc. Tax Abatement Renewal 2021-2025.pdf
    1. That the Saskatoon Soccer Centre Inc. be granted a five-year tax abatement for the operation of the Saskatoon Kinsmen/Henk Ruys Soccer Centre and the Saskatoon Sports Centre, commencing in 2021 and ending in 2025; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the required tax abatement agreement, and that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute this agreement under Corporate Seal.

8.4.7
Marr Residence Roof Repair [File No. CK. 710-3]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Marr Residence Roof Repair.pdf
2.Admin Report - Marr Residence Roof Repair.pdf
    1. That $80,000 from the Reserve for Capital Expenditures be allocated to a capital project for roof replacement and associated repairs to the Marr Residence (Option 2);
    2. That the Marr Residence Roof Repair Project be approved as a municipal project to receive donations; and
    3. That the Corporate Revenue Department, Corporate Financial Services Division, be authorized and requested to accept donations for this project and issue appropriate receipts to donors who contribute funds to the project.

8.5
Governance and Priorities Committee

 

8.5.1
Request for Support for the Rohingya People (File No. CK. 277-1)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Request for Support for the Rohingya People.pdf
2.Email - City of Montreal - Request for motion to aid the Rohingya people_Redacted.pdf
3.Email - Sharissa Hantke - 8.5.1 Comments_Redacted.pdf

A letter submitting comments from Sharissa Hantke, dated April 19, 2021 was provided.

    1. That City Council write to the Government of Canada urging that it rapidly renew its crucial humanitarian support of Rohingya refugees who have fled to Bangladesh and consider augmenting its aid for investment in underfunded areas of refugee relief such as maternal and child health care and education to Rohingya youth with a portion of future Canadian aid to explicitly target the education of girls; and
    2. That City Council urge the Government of Canada to admit Rohingya refugees under rules similar to those that allowed the resettlement Syrian refugees in 2015 and 2016.

8.5.2
A Vibrant Future for Saskatoon’s Downtown - An Exploration of Potential Funding Opportunities to Bring the Vision to Life (File No. CK. 4130-1)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Saskatoon’s Downtown - Potential Funding Opportunities.pdf
2.Admin Report - A Vibrant Future for Saskatoon’s Downtown - An Exploration of Potential Funding Opportunities.pdf
3.Append 1 - Catalyst Project Background.pdf
4.Append 2 - Complementary Project Background.pdf
5.Combined Letter to COS for DEED Budget Consideration FINAL_.pdf
6.Comments - Chamber.pdf
7.Comments - NSBA Moen.pdf
8.Comments - Downtown YXE Penner.pdf
9.8.5.2 - Comments - Jason Aebig, Steph Clovechok, Keith Moen, and Brent Penner_Redacted(1).pdf

A letter submitting comments from Jason Aebig, CEO, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, Steph Clovechok, CEO, Tourism Saskatoon, Keith Moen, Executive Director, NSBA and Brent Penner, Executive Director, Downtown Saskatoon was provided.

    1. That Council confirm pursuit of a downtown entertainment district/BRT, including the necessary transit and parking improvements, as a priority for the City of Saskatoon;
    2. That the Administration be directed to work with stakeholders and other levels of government on achieving a detailed funding plan based on the Administration’s presentation of April 19, 2021, (investigating all funding opportunities that include information on potential bonds for the arena) with the goal of constructing the entertainment district with no contributions from property taxes;
    3. That a key objective of the entertainment district be to provide public benefit to all residents of Saskatoon;
    4. That the Administration provide a report including a public process map outlining the anticipated reports and decision-making milestones related to a downtown entertainment district/BRT;
    5. That as a component of ongoing engagement with stakeholders, the Administration lead an analysis of industry forecasts related to events and tourism that would be relevant to the planning of a downtown entertainment district/BRT;
    6. That the Administration report on options for incorporating Indigenous placemaking and partnerships in the development of the downtown entertainment district; and
    7. That as considerations are made for planning and design of the downtown entertainment district, the Administration report on opportunities to align these projects with the City’s High Performance Building Policy and provide leadership by pursuing carbon neutrality in the district.

8.5.3
2022/2023 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Process (File No. CK. 430-72 x 1700-0)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - 2022-2023 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Process.pdf
2.Admin Report - 2022-2023 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Process.pdf
3.Append 1 - 2022-2023 Business Plan and Budget Process Timeline.pdf
    1. That a two-year Business Plan and Budget process for 2022/2023, as outlined in the report of the Chief Financial Officer dated April 19, 2021, be approved; and
    2. That in advance of the 2024 budget planning process, Administration report about recommended multi-year budget durations going forward.

8.5.4
Canada Community Building Fund (File No. CK. 1860-1)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Canada Community Building Fund.pdf
2.Admin Report - Canada Community Building Fund.pdf

  • That the following strategy be approved in principle for use of future Canada Community Building Funds:

    1. That 25% of the expected funds be held in contingency to offset the financial risk in the 2021 fiscal year;
    2. That 25% of the expected funds be transferred to the Fiscal Stabilization Reserve; and
    3. That 50% of the expected funds be transferred to the Reserve for Capital Expenditures.

8.5.5
Fred Sasakamoose Commemorative Sculpture (File No. CK. 4040-1)

This item has attachments. This item has conflict.
1.Committee Report - Fred Sasakamoose Commemorative Sculpture.pdf
2.Admin Report - Fred Sasakamoose Commemorative Sculpture.pdf
3.Append 1 - Proposed Location for Fred Sasakamoose Commemorative Sculpture.pdf
4.Email - Neil Sasakamoose_Redacted.pdf
5.Email - Krystle Wallman - 8.5.5 Comments_Redacted.pdf

A letter submitting comments from Krystle Wallman, dated April 19, 2021 was provided.

  • Councillor Davies declared a conflict on this item. (Councillor Davies declared a conflict of interest on this item as Chair of the organization donating the piece of art.)

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Davies excused himself from discussion and voting on the matter due to a conflict of interest and left the meeting.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer
    1. That SaskTel Centre be approved as the location for a Fred Sasakamoose commemorative sculpture;
    2. That the Fred Sasakamoose commemorative sculpture be accepted into the City’s public art collection as a donation;
    3. That the sculpture be moved to the downtown entertainment district when the district is complete; and
    4. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary donation agreement between the donor, Synergy 8 Community Builders, and the City of Saskatoon and that His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement under the Corporate Seal.
    In Favour: (9)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    Conflict En (1)Councillor Davies
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)

    Councillor Davies re-joined the meeting. Item 8.1.2 was considered next.


8.5.6
Political Commitment Protocol Agreement with Red Pheasant Cree Nation (File No. CK. 4000-4)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Political Commitment Protocol Agreement with Red Pheasant Cree Nation.pdf
2.Approval Report - Political Commitment Protocol Agreement - Red Pheasant Cree Nation.pdf
3.Appendix 1 - Political Protocol Agreement.pdf
4.Appendix 2 - November 8-1999 Agreement.pdf
    1. That City Council approve entering into the Political Protocol Agreement attached as Appendix 1 to the report of the City Solicitor dated April 19, 2021; and
    2. That His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk sign the Political Commitment Protocol Agreement on behalf of the City of Saskatoon.

8.5.7
Cheshire Homes of Saskatoon (File No. CK. 750-2-2)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Cheshire Homes of Saskatoon.pdf
2.Decision Report - Cheshire Homes Management.pdf

  • That Option 1, as outlined in the report of the City Solicitor dated April 19, 2021, be approved, and the City of Saskatoon be removed as a member of Cheshire Homes (Management).

8.5.8
Appointment – Public Art Advisory Committee (File No. CK. 175-58)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Appointment - Public Art Advisory Committee April 2021.pdf

  • That Brendan Copestake be appointed to the Public Art Advisory Committee to the end of 2022.

8.5.9
Agency Appointment - Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee (File No. CK. 225-70)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Agency Appointment - Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee.pdf
2.Letter - SCI Sask rep on SAAC.pdf

  • That Delynne Bortis be appointed the Spinal Cord Injury Saskatchewan representative on the Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee to the end of 2022.

8.5.10
Appointment – Municipal Planning Commission (File No. CK. 175-16)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Appointment - Municipal Planning Commission April 2021.pdf

  • That Anna Chornousenko be appointed to the Municipal Planning Commission to the end of 2022.

8.5.11
Request for City Councillor Representation on Research Connections Grant Awards Committee (File No. CK. 220-9)

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - UofS - Request for Councillor Rep on Research Connections Grant Awards Committee.pdf
2.Letter - UofS - Research Junction Request for Adjudication Committee.pdf

  • That Councillor Mairin Loewen be nominated as Saskatoon City Council representative on the Research Connections Grant Awards Committee.

9.
COMMITTEE REPORTS

 

9.1
Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

 

9.2
Standing Policy Committee Transportation

 

9.3
Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services

 

9.4
Standing Policy Committee on Finance

 

9.4.1
Updated Parking Revenue Distribution Formula [File No. CK. 6120-1 x 1815-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Committee Report - Updated Parking Revenue Distribution Formula.pdf
2.Admin Report - Updated Parking Revenue Distribution Formula.pdf
3.Append 1 - Letter from BIDs.pdf
4.Append 2 - Parking Revenue Scenarios Discussed.pdf
5.9.4.1 - Request to Speak - Brent Penner_Redacted(1).pdf
6.9.4.1 - Request to Speak - DeeAnn Mercier_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters requesting to speak were provided:

  • Brent Penner, Downtown Saskatoon BID, dated April 25, 2021;
  • DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District, dated April 25, 2021;

Councillor Block presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Finance.

Council heard from the following speakers:

- DeeAnn Mercier
- Brent Penner

The meeting recessed at 5:02 p.m. and reconvened at 8:43 p.m. with all members in attendance with the exception of Councillor Hill.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough
    1. That the revised parking revenue distribution formula as outlined in Table 1 of this report, be referred to the 2022/23 operating budget based on the impact of this recommended formula change; and
    2. That the City Solicitor’s Office be requested to bring forward amendments to relevant policies and bylaws, including Bylaw No. 6774, Capital Reserve Bylaw, 1993.
    In Favour: (8)Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (2)Councillor Kirton, and Councillor Dubois
    CARRIED (8 to 2)

    Item 10.3.2 was considered next.


9.5
Governance and Priorities Committee

 

10.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

 

10.1
Transportation & Construction

 

10.1.1
Saskatoon Transit - Mobile Ticketing Implementation Update [File No. CK. 7312-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.Admin Report - Mobile Ticketing Implementation.pdf

An information report was provided.

General Manager, Transportation and Construction Schmidt presented the item.

Director of Saskatoon Transit McDonald responded to questions.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Jeffries

    That the information be received.

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

10.2
Utilities & Environment

 

10.3
Community Services

 

10.3.1
Appointment of the 2021 Weed Inspectors and Dutch Elm Disease Inspectors - Proposed Bylaw No. 8174 [File No. CK. 4200-8]

This item has attachments. 
1.Admin Report - Appointment of the 2021 Weed and DED Inspectors.pdf
2.Append 1 - Appointment of the 2021 Weed and DED Inspectors.pdf

A report of the General Manager, Community Services was provided.

General Manager, Community Services Lacroix introduced the item.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher
    1. That Mr. Dave McKee, Mr. Nolan Ramler, and Ms. Melissa McHale of the Parks Department, Community Services Division, be appointed as the City of Saskatoon’s 2021 Weed Inspectors, in accordance with the provisions of The Weed Control Act;
    2. That the following positions within the Parks Department be designated as City of Saskatoon Municipal Inspectors, in accordance with provisions of The Forest Resources Management Act:
      • Superintendent, Urban Biological Services;
      • Supervisor, Urban Biological Services;
      • Parks Technician 14, Urban Biological Services;
      • Entomologist, Urban Biological Services; and
      • Parks Technician 10, Urban Biological Services;
      • Weed Inspector, Urban Biological Services;
    3. That the City Clerk be requested to notify the Minister of the Environment of these appointments;
    4. That proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 8174, The City Administration Bylaw, 2003, as outlined in this report, be approved; and
    5. That the City Solicitor be directed to prepare the necessary amendments to Bylaw No. 8174, The City Administration Bylaw, 2003.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

    Item 10.5.1 was considered next.


10.3.2
Temporary Asphalt Parking Patios [File No. CK. 4350-017-001 x 270-7]

This item has attachments. 
1.Admin Report - Temporary Asphalt Parking Patios .pdf
2.10.3.2 - Request to Speak - DeeAnn Mercier_Redacted(1).pdf

A report of the General Manager, Community Services was provided.  


A letter requesting to speak from DeeAnn Mercier, Broadway Business Improvement District, dated April 25, 2021, was also provided.

General Manager, Community Services Lacroix presented the report.  

DeeAnn Mercier spoke to this matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Block
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    That the Temporary Asphalt Parking Patio Program be reinstated to operate from April 27, 2021 until October 31, 2021.

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

    Item 11.1.1 was considered next.


10.4
Saskatoon Fire

 

10.5
Corporate Financial Services

 

10.5.1
2021 Property Tax Levy and BID Levies - Proposed Bylaw Nos. 9754, 9756, 9755 and 9753 [File No. CK. 1905-5]

This item has attachments. 
1.Admin Report - 2021 Property Tax Levy and BID Levies.pdf
2.Append 1 - Bylaw No. 9754 The Saskatoon Property Tax Bylaw 2021.pdf
3.Append 2 - Bylaw No. 9756 The Property Tax Phase-In Plan Bylaw 2021.pdf
4.Append 3 - Bylaw No. 9755 The School Division Property Tax Bylaw 2021.pdf
5.Append 4 - Bylaw No. 9753 The Business Improvement Districts Levy Bylaw 2021.pdf

A report of the Chief Financial Officer was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    ​That permission be granted to introduce the following Bylaws, and give same their FIRST reading:

    1. Bylaw No. 9754, The Saskatoon Property Tax Bylaw, 2021;
    2. Bylaw No. 9756, The Property Tax Phase-in Plan Bylaw, 2021;
    3. Bylaw No. 9755, The School Division Property Tax Bylaw, 2021; and
    4. Bylaw No. 9753, The Business Improvements Districts Levy Bylaw, 2021.
    In Favour: (10)Councillor Kirton, Councillor Davies, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Loewen
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    ​That Bylaw Nos. 9754, 9756, 9755 and 9753 now be read a SECOND time.

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

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw Nos. 9754, 9756, 9755, and 9753 read a third time at this meeting.

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

    ​That Bylaw Nos. 9754, 9756, 9755, and 9753 now be read a THIRD time, that the bylaws be passed and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same and attach the corporate seal thereto.

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

    Item 11.2.1 was considered next.


10.6
Strategy & Transformation

 

10.7
Human Resources

 

10.8
Public Policy & Government Relations

 

11.
LEGISLATIVE REPORTS

 

11.1
Office of the City Clerk

 

11.1.1
2020 Local Government Election - Disclosure of Campaign Contributions and Expenses for Mayor and Councillor Candidates [File No. CK. 255-5-1]

This item has attachments. 
1.2020 Municipal Election - Disclosure of Contributions and Expenses - Candidates for Mayor and Councillor.pdf
2.Append 1 - The Campaign Disclosure and Spending Limits Bylaw, 2006.pdf
3.Append 2 - Candidate Disclosure Summary.pdf
4.Append 3 - Candidate Disclosures (Complete).pdf
5.11.1.1 - Request to Speak - Darren Hill_Redacted(1).pdf
6.11.1.1 - Request to Speak - Ann Iwanchuk_Redacted(1).pdf
7.11.1.1 - Comments - George Charpentier_Redacted(1).pdf
8.11.1.1 - Comments - Dr Diana Wilson_Redacted(1).pdf
9.11.1.1 - Comments - Jamie Coulter_Redacted(1).pdf

The following letters were provided:


Requesting to Speak

  • Darren Hill, dated April 23, 2021;
  • Ann Iwanchuk, dated April 25, 2021;

Submitting Comments

  • George Charpentier, dated April 23, 2021; 
  • Dr. Diana Wilson, dated April 26, 2021; and
  • Jamie Coulter, dated April 26, 2021;

Returning Officer Bastian presented the report.

Council heard from the following speakers:

- Darren Hill
- Ann Iwanchuk

City Clerk Tittemore and Returning Officer Bastian responded to questions of Council.

  • Councillor Hill was in attendance only to speak to this matter and did not participate in discussion and voting.

    Moved By:Councillor Davies
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That the information be received.

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

    Whereas Councillor Darren Hill has contravened The Campaign Disclosure and Spending Limits Bylaw, 2006 by filing an incomplete Statement of Campaign Contributions and Campaign Expenses after the date required;

    And whereas it is recognized that Councillor Darren Hill has been a long serving member of Council who should be aware of the campaign disclosure rules;

    And whereas it is important that Council hold its own members to a high standard of public accountability;

    And whereas Councillor Darren Hill has not resigned as required by Section 121(1) of The Cities Act and Section 25 of the Bylaw;

    And whereas the contravention of the Bylaw has caused uncertainty as to whether Councillor Darren Hill has ceased to be qualified to remain a member of council;

    And whereas there is merit in having clarity on this issue for the City, Council and Councillor Darren Hill;

    Be it resolved that the City Solicitor’s Office be instructed to cause an application to be brought in the Court of Queen’s Bench to determine whether Councillor Darren Hill has ceased to be qualified to remain a member of council.

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

    That this report be referred to the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission for further consideration and recommendations about how to ensure greater consistency and clarity in the completion of election disclosure paperwork.

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

    Item 14.2 was considered next.


11.2
Office of the City Solicitor

 

11.2.1
Renewal of Property Tax Exemption Agreement – 602 (Lynx) Wing Saskatoon R.C.A.F. Association - Proposed Bylaw No. 9752 [File No. CK. 1965-11]

This item has attachments. 
1.Admin Report - 602 Lynx Wing Property Tax Exemption Bylaw.pdf
2.Appendix 1 - Bylaw 9752.pdf

A report of the City Solicitor was provided.

  • Moved By:Councillor Loewen
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    That permission be granted to introduce Bylaw No. 9752, The 602 (Lynx) Wing Saskatoon R.C.A.F. Association Tax Exemption Bylaw, 2021, and give same its FIRST reading.

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

    That Bylaw No. 9752 now be read a SECOND time.

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

    That permission be granted to have Bylaw No. 9752 read a third time at this meeting.

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

    That Bylaw No. 9752 now be read a THIRD time, that the bylaw be passed and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same and attach the corporate seal thereto.

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

12.
OTHER REPORTS

 

13.
INQUIRIES

 

14.
MOTIONS (NOTICE PREVIOUSLY GIVEN)

 

14.1
Councillor B. Dubois - Third Party Sponsorships and Naming Rights - Community Association Owned and Operated Facilities [File No. CK. 100-25]

 

The City Clerk reported that Councillor Dubois provided the following Notice of Motion at the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on March 22, 2021.

 

"WHEREAS The City of Saskatoon owns several neighbourhood parks that contain facilities owned and operated by community associations, such as outdoor rinks and playground structures.

 

WHEREAS Bylaw No. 7767 The Recreation Facilities and Parks Usage Bylaw, 1998, governs the nature and types of activities that are permitted in City-owned parks.

 

WHEREAS the City enters into agreements with community associations, encourages their fundraising efforts, and provides them grants to operate their facilities.

 

WHEREAS Community associations have been approached by for-profit third parties about the possibility of sponsorship or naming rights on community association owned and operated facilities. In light of the challenges with the pandemic and more activities outdoors, assistance from for-profit third parties seems reasonable.

 

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED That City Council direct the Administration to report back to the appropriate Committee of Council on:

 

(a) the explicit or implicit limitations or restrictions that City bylaws, policies or agreements have on third party sponsorships and naming rights on such facilities; and

(b) an analysis of various options and potential recommendations that may enable community associations to sell sponsorships or naming rights, to private third parties on such facilities."

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    WHEREAS The City of Saskatoon owns several neighbourhood parks that contain facilities owned and operated by community associations, such as outdoor rinks.

     

    WHEREAS Bylaw No. 7767 The Recreation Facilities and Parks Usage Bylaw, 1998, governs the nature and types of activities that are permitted in City-owned parks.

     

    WHEREAS the City enters into agreements with community associations, encourages their fundraising efforts, and provides them grants to operate their facilities.

     

    WHEREAS Community associations have been approached by for-profit third parties about the possibility of sponsorship or naming rights on community association owned and operated facilities. In light of the challenges with the pandemic and more activities outdoors, assistance from for-profit third parties seems reasonable.

     

    NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED That City Council direct the Administration to report back to the appropriate Committee of Council on:

     

    (a) the explicit or implicit limitations or restrictions that City bylaws, policies or agreements have on third party sponsorships and naming rights on such facilities; and

    (b) an analysis of various options and potential recommendations that may enable community associations to sell sponsorships or naming rights, to private third parties on such facilities.

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

    Item 14.3 was considered next.


14.2
Councillor R. Donauer - Hindu Society of Saskatchewan - Location for Release of Cremated Remains In River [File No. CK. 4080-1]

 

The City Clerk reported that Councillor Donauer provided the following Notice of Motion at the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on March 22, 2021.

 

"That the Administration engage the Hindu Society of Saskatchewan and report back on the possibility of approving a location in the Saskatoon area for the release of cremated remains into the river."

 

The following letters were provided:

 

- Request to Speak - Asit Sarkar, dated April 24, 2021;

- Submitting Comments - Guftar Ahmed, dated April 24, 2021.

Council heard from Asit Sarkar.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the Administration engage the Hindu Society of Saskatchewan and report back on the possibility of approving a location in the Saskatoon area for the release of cremated remains into the river.

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

    Item 8.3.7 was considered next.


14.3
Councillor R. Donauer - Options to Collect on Unpaid Parking Tickets [File No. CK. 5301-1]

 

The City Clerk reported that Councillor Donauer provided the following Notice of Motion at the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on March 22, 2021.



"That the Administration report on options to collect on unpaid parking tickets, including the ability to lobby SGI and/or the Provincial government to restrict the ability for residents to obtain a driver’s license or register a vehicle while they have unpaid fines from parking tickets outstanding."

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the Administration report on options to collect on unpaid parking tickets, including the ability to lobby SGI and/or the Provincial government potentially in concert with Muni-Sask and City Mayor’s Caucus to restrict the ability for residents to obtain a driver’s license or register a vehicle while they have unpaid fines from parking tickets outstanding.

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

14.4
Councillor R. Donauer - Process for Drinking Water Advisories [File No. CK. 7500-1]

 

The City Clerk reported that Councillor Donauer provided the following Notice of Motion at the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on March 22, 2021.

 

"That the Administration evaluate our current process for Drinking Water Advisories and report on options to improve the system to ensure the safety of our residents during water maintenance events."

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That the Administration evaluate our current process for Drinking Water Advisories and report on options to improve the system to ensure the safety of our residents during water maintenance events.

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

15.
GIVING NOTICE

 

15.1
Councillor D. Kirton - Limited Recreation and Business Use of Drones Weighing Less than 250 Grams Within City Limits [File No. CK. 370-1]

 

Councillor Kirton gave the following Notice of Motion:


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


'Whereas the City of Saskatoon Bylaw No. 5729 bans all drones from inside city limits;


And whereas Transport Canada exempts MICRO Drones from having to be registered, and Micro Drone pilots from having to obtain a pilot certificate;


Be it resolved that the Administration investigate the exemption of micro drones from Bylaw No. 5729 with the goal of allowing limited recreational and business use of such drones that weigh less than 250 grams with city limits.'"

16.
URGENT BUSINESS

 

17.
IN CAMERA SESSION (OPTIONAL)

 

18.
ADJOURNMENT

 

The meeting adjourned at 10:59 p.m.

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