MINUTES

REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL

Monday, June 27, 2022 at 1:00 P.m. - 6:00 P.m.

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 Z. Jeffries
• Councillor D. Kirton
• Councillor M. Loewen

ALSO PRESENT:

• City Manager J. Jorgenson
• A/City Solicitor B. Bleakney
• Chief Financial Officer C. Hack
• General Manager, Community Services L. Lacroix
• A/General Manager, Community Services L. Anderson
• General Manager, Transportation & Construction T. Schmidt
• General Manager, Utilities & Environment A. Gardiner
• Fire Chief M. Hackl
• City Clerk A. Tittemore
• Deputy City Clerk S. Bryant

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1.

NATIONAL ANTHEM AND CALL TO ORDER

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

2.

CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough
  1. That the letter submitting comments from Laurie Bradley, Overpass Farms Inc., dated June 24, 2022 be added to item 8.4.1;
  2. That item 8.5.1 be moved to item 9.5.2;
  3. That the letter submitting comments from Jason Aebig, Chief Executive Officer, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, dated June 24, 2022 be added to item 10.4.2; and
  4. ​That the agenda be confirmed as amended.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

3.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

3.1

Councillor Gersher - Downtown Event and Entertainment District – Site Options Update [CK. 4130-14]

Councillor Gersher recused herself on discussion and voting on this matter due to a potential conflict of interest related to a family member's business.

4.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Davies

  ​That the minutes of the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on May 24, 2022 and Special Meeting of City Council held on June 8, 2022, be adopted.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

5.

PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

5.1

Council Members

This is a standing item on the agenda in order to provide Council Members an opportunity to provide any public acknowledgements.

Mayor Clark congratulated staff that are involved with Holiday Park Golf Course as it celebrated its 60th anniversary of being in operation.

Councillor Hill acknowledged the NSABA film awards recently held.

Councillor Gough expressed appreciation to all city staff who responded to the recent rain event.

Councillor Block expressed appreciation for staff involved in the flood engagement strategy.

6.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

7.

QUESTION PERIOD

7.1

Councillor R. Donauer - Right-of-Way Mowing Schedule [File No. CK 4070-1]

Councillor Donauer asked about the schedule for mowing on city rights-of-way as July 15 for a first mow is too late.

Director of Parks Crilly indicated that there have been challenges and that they are actively working with the contractor to catch up.

7.2

Councillor R. Donauer - Pothole Repair Program [File No. CK 6315-1]

Councillor Donauer asked for an update on the pothole repair program and how long it will run for.

General Manager, Transportation and Construction Schmidt indicated that work continues on pothole repairs and that citizens can continue to report them.  Repairs will continue until there are no further reports. 

7.3

Councillor D. Hill - Masking on Transit [File No. CK 270-7]

Councillor Hill indicated several municipalities have discontinued mandatory masking on transit and asked when further reporting would be received.

It was noted that there is a COVID-19 update report on the agenda and that would be the appropriate time to address this matter.

7.4

Councillor D. Hill - Transit Contract for Artificial Intelligence and Remote Diagnostics [File No. CK 7300-1]

Councillor Hill asked what the rationale is for sole sourcing the Transit contract for AI and remote diagnostics.

General Manager, Transportation and Construction Schmidt updated regarding the pilot program and next steps.

7.5

Councillor B. Dubois - Alert System for Drivers Approaching Overpasses During Storm Events [File No. CK 270-8]

Councillor Dubois recognized that there were many vehicles stranded under overpasses during the recent rain event and asked if there is an alert system option to notify drivers ahead of entering the location to not proceed.

General Manager, Transportation and Construction Schmidt indicated that the City does not currently have an alert system and is not aware if research has been done in this regard.

8.

CONSENT AGENDA

Items 8.2.1, 8.2.2, 8.2.3, 8.3.7, and 8.4.1 were removed from the Consent Agenda.

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  ​That the Committee recommendations contained in Items 8.1.1 to 8.1.2; 8.3.1 to 8.3.6; 8.4.2 to 8.4.4; and 8.5.2 to 8.5.5 be adopted as one motion.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

  Item 8.2.1 was considered next.

  
  

8.1

Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

8.1.1

Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan [File No. CK 4110-38]

• That Pathways for an Integrated Green Network, an implementation plan for the Green Infrastructure Strategy, be approved in principle.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.1.2

Solar PV Pre-Design Study [File No. CK 2000-5, x1702-1 and x600-1]

• 1. That $77,000 remaining from Phase 1 project development of P1956: PACE Financing Program, be directed to P2650 Renewable Energy Strategy;
  2. That $100,000 from P10033 Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) Energy Efficiency and Energy Generation - Program Design and Pilot, be directed to P2650 Renewable Energy Strategy; and
  3. That the following recommendation is brought to the 2023 budget deliberations for consideration: That $100,000 from P10035 Residential Energy Efficiency and Generation be directed to P10033 Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) Energy Efficiency and Energy Generation - Program Design and Pilot, and the work scope for P10035 be adjusted as outlined in the June 6, 2022 report of the General Manager, Utilities and Environment.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.2

Standing Policy Committee Transportation

8.2.1

Residential Speed Limit Review – Speed Limit and Eligible Streets – Follow Up: Speed Watch Program [File No. CK. 6320-1]

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

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

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That the information be forwarded to the Board of Police Commissioners for its consideration as to the validity of the program.

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

  CARRIED (10 to 1)

8.2.2

West Industrial Area - 17th Street Extension Project Review [File No. CK. 6000-1 x 4110-39]

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

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

Directly of Transportation Magus responded to questions.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the information be received.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the Administration report back with options to fund the expanded scope of work with this project.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

8.2.3

Investigation of Service Disruptions in Saskatoon Transit [File No. CK. 1600-18 x 7300-1]

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

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

City Manager Jorgenson and Chief Financial Officer Hack responded to questions.

• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the Terms of Reference for the Investigation of Service Disruptions in Saskatoon Transit, as outlined in the report of the City Internal Auditor dated June 6, 2022 be approved.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

  Item 8.3.7 was considered next.

  
  

8.3

Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services

8.3.1

Farmers' Market Update Report - Funding and Project Timing [File No. CK 4129-22, x600-3]

• 1. That Reserve for Capital Expenditures funding in the amount of $750,000 allocated to Capital P.10021-Farmers’ Market Building Renewal be returned and replaced with the new Canada Community Revitalization Fund grant of $750,000;
  2. That a budget increase to Capital Project P.10021 – Farmers’ Market Building Renewal, in the amount of $750,000, to include an expanded scope of work as outlined in the June 13, 2022 report of the General Manager, Community Services, be approved; and
  3. That the budget increase to include an expanded scope of work, on the Farmer’s Market Building, be funded from the Reserve for Capital Expenditures.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.2

Saskatoon Mountain Bike Alliance Incorporated – Proposed Agreement [File No. CK 4205-1]

• 1. That Option 2 – Agreement Framework with Saskatoon Mountain Bike Alliance Incorporated, be approved;
  2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate agreement and that His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement under the Corporate Seal; and
  3. That the City continue with no defined service level or staffing resources dedicated to tertiary trails at this time.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.3

Housing Continuum: The City of Saskatoon’s Current Role in Housing [File No. CK 750-4]

• That the information be received.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.4

Innovative Housing Incentives 2022 Funding – Various Projects [File No. CK 750-4]

• 1. That funding of $108,000 (6.16%) of the total capital cost of the conversion of an existing building at 2616 Dufferin Avenue, for the creation of nine affordable rental units by John Howard Society, be approved;
  2. That funding of $25,000 (6.07%) towards the total capital cost of the conversion of an existing building at 914 35^th Street West, for the creation of one supportive living unit with five bedrooms by Oxford House, and a five-year incremental tax abatement, estimated to be $1,845, be approved;
  3. That funding of $150,000 (1.63%) of the total capital cost for the construction of 35 affordable rental units at 727 Hart Road, by SaskNative Rentals Inc., be approved;
  4. That funding of $65,000 (5.42%) of the total capital cost of the construction of five affordable rental units at 1115 Willowgrove Crescent, by National Affordable Housing Corporation, and a five-year incremental tax abatement (for affordable units only), estimated to be $30,380, be approved;
  5. That a five-year incremental tax abatement for nine units of affordable rentals at 275 Kloppenburg Way, by Summit Developments, estimated to be $51,985, be approved; and
  6. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the necessary incentive agreements and that His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreements under the Corporate Seal.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.5

Amendment to Council Policy C03-024, Leasing Civic Buildings to Outside Organizations [File No. CK 600-0]

• 1. That City Council Policy No. C03-024, Leasing Civic Buildings to Outside Organizations be repealed and replaced with a new policy called Leasing and Licensing City-Owned Buildings to Outside Organizations as outlined in Appendix 3 of the report of the Chief Financial Officer, dated June 13, 2022; and
  2. That the City Clerk be requested to repeal City Council Policy No. C03-024 and replace with City Council Policy No. CXX-XXX as outlined in Appendix 3 of the report of the Chief Financial Officer, dated June 13, 2022.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.6

Geophysics Research at Nutana Pioneer Cemetery [File No. CK 4080-1]

• That the request to complete geophysics analysis at the Nutana Pioneer Cemetery, be approved.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.3.7

Small Dog Off-Leash Dog Park Development and Amendment to the Animal Control Bylaw [File No. CK 4205-1, x151-15]

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Davies introduced the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Corporate Services.

Director of Recreation and Sport Andrews responded to questions.

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton
  1. That subject to final design, a half-acre north addition to Hyde Dog Park be designated as a small dog off-leash dog park;
  2. That subject to final design, one acre be designated within Charlottetown Park as a small dog off-leash dog park; and
  3. That the City Solicitor be requested to amend Bylaw No. 7860, the Animal Control Bylaw, 1999, to designate the corresponding spaces in Hyde Park and Charlottetown Park as official off-leash areas.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

8.4

Standing Policy Committee on Finance

8.4.1

Risk of Expropriation of Wheaton Lands to Accommodate Future Saskatoon Freeway [File No. CK. 6003-1 x 4000-1]

A letter submitting comments from Laurie Bradley, Overpass Farms Inc., dated June 24, 2022 was provided.

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

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

Chief Financial Officer Hack and A/General Manager, Community Services Anderson responded to questions.

• Moved By: Councillor Block
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the information be received.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

  Item 9.5.2 was considered next.

  
  

8.4.2

Inquiry - Design Standards for Washrooms in City Facilities [File No. CK. 600-1]

• That the information be received.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4.3

Research on Equity Investments [File No. CK. 1790-0]

• 1. That the Administration hire a consultant to assist with researching equity investments by determining an optimal asset allocation to enhance return and minimize risk while supporting Environmental, Social and Governance investments; and
  2. That the Administration initiate a capital project in the amount of $50,000, funded through the Asset Financial Management Capital Reserve.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.4.4

Proposed Acquisition of 219 5th Avenue North [File No. CK. 4020-1]

• 1. That Administration be authorized to purchase 219 5th Avenue North, (Lot 16; Block 170; Plan E2335; ISC Surface Parcel No. 120283017), comprised of 0.16 acres (6,970 square feet) from PostMedia Networks Inc. at a purchase price of $753,100; and
  2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate agreement to acquire the Property; and that His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary documents under the Corporate Seal.
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5

Governance and Priorities Committee

8.5.1

Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Term Amendment [File No. CK 430-72 x1700-1]

This matter was moved to item 9.5.2.

8.5.2

Appointment - Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC)

• That Kelly Tolley be appointed to the Public Art Advisory Committee to the end of 2023.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.3

Appointment - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee [File No. CK 225-83]

• That Kelly Tolley be appointed to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee to the end of 2023.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.4

Appointments - Riversdale Business Improvement District Board of Management [File No. CK 175-49]

• That the following be appointed to the Riversdale Business improvement District Board of Management to the end of 2023:

  • Daryl Brown, Phoenix Starter Alternator Repair
  • Chris Bodnar, Bodnar Contracting; and
  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8.5.5

Appointment - Downtown Business Improvement District Board of Management [File No. CK 600-3]

• That Lyndon Laprairie be appointed to the Downtown Business Improvement District Board of Management to the end of 2023.

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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

9.5

Governance and Priorities Committee

9.5.1

Appointments - SaskTel Centre (Saskatchewan Place Association Inc.) Board of Directors (CK 175-31)

Deputy Mayor Donauer introduced the item.

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Hill

  That the following be appointed to the SaskTel Centre (Saskatchewan Place Association Inc.) Board of Directors to the end of 2023:

  • Randy Singler; and
  • Trevor Jacek

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

  CARRIED (9 to 2)

9.5.2

Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Term Amendment [File No. CK 430-72 x1700-1]

Deputy Mayor Donauer introduced the item.

• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois
  1. That the term of a Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget be changed from ‘four years’ to ‘two years’, to reflect a two-year Multi-Year Budget process; and
  2. That Administration bring this change and other Administrative changes to Council Policy C03-036 back for City Council approval.

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

  CARRIED (10 to 1)

10.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

10.1

Transportation & Construction

10.2

Utilities & Environment

10.2.1

June 20, 2022 Rain Event Response

A report of the Administration was provided. 

A letter submitting comments from Loretta Iris, dated June 22, 2022 was also provided.

General Manager, Utilities and Environment Gardiner presented the report with a PowerPoint and along with Storm Water Utility Manager McMann responded to questions.

Councillor Block temporarily excused herself from the meeting during consideration of this matter from 2:15 p.m., returning at 2:36 p.m.

Various members of the Administration also responded to questions.

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough

  That the information be received.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
• Moved By: Councillor Dubois
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  Would the administration investigate a device that could signal to vehicle operators not to proceed under overpasses when water/snow gets to a certain dangerous depth.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
• Moved By: Councillor Loewen
  Seconded By: Councillor Donauer

  That the Administration report to Council or the appropriate committee regarding the results of the investigations into storm water infrastructure following the June 20, 2022 storm event.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

10.2.2

Service Level Options – Riverfront Rotary Park Noise Concerns and Mitigation Strategies [File No. CK. 4205-17 x 116-2]

A report of the Administration was provided.

General Manager, Utilities and Environment introduced the item and responded to questions.

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Loewen

  That Option 3 – Varying Gate and Washroom Hours be approved as the service level for the gate installed at the parking lot near Rotary Park.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

  The meeting recessed at 3:06 p.m. and reconvened at 3:20 p.m. with all members of Council in attendance with the exception of Councillor Block.

  
  

10.3

Community Services

10.4

Saskatoon Fire

10.4.1

COVID-19 Update June 2022 [File No. CK. 270-7]

A report of the Administration was provided.

Chief Hackl introduced the item.

City Manager Jorgenson responded to questions.

Councillor Block re-entered the meeting at 3:30 during consideration of this matter.

• Moved By: Councillor Jeffries
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the information be received.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
• Moved By: Councillor Kirton
  Seconded By: Councillor Davies

  That City Administration remove the mask mandate on City transit buses (which includes Access Transit), and that the City continue to provide masks, and strongly encourage them for those that want to wear them.

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

  CARRIED (8 to 3)
• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Gersher

  That the Administration report back before September 2022 with respect to their intended reporting schedule relating to COVID-19 and any advice from the local MHO regarding needed level of alertness to COVID-19 transmission in our community including seasonal and variant considerations.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

10.4.2

Dedicated Outdoor Space – Wellness Centre 145 1st Avenue North [CK. 5400-1 x 600-3]

A report of the Administration was provided.

A letter submitting comments from Jason Aebig, Chief Executive Officer, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, dated June 24, 2022 was also provided.

Chief Hackl introduced the item and responded to questions along with Solicitors Bleakney and Manastyrski.

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Dubois

  That the information be received.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Kirton

  That City Council approve an exemption to the Temporary Asphalt Patio Program for a dedicated outdoor space for the Saskatoon Tribal Council Wellness Centre to align with the established end date of the Temporary Asphalt Parking Patio Program of October 31, 2022 and that the Administration use the existing process to adequately review and implement the necessary considerations.  This would be in partnership with Saskatoon Tribal Council.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)
• Moved By: Councillor Donauer
  Seconded By: Councillor Davies

  That the letter from the Chamber of Commerce be referred to the Administration for a report on possible bylaw changes concerning on-site outdoor space requirements for future shelter facilities.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

10.5

Corporate Financial Services

10.5.1

Saskatoon Land Office Lease Extension - 201 3rd Avenue North - Essex Plaza [File No. CK. 520-1]

A report of the Administration was provided.

Chief Financial Officer Hack introduced the item.

• Moved By: Councillor Davies
  Seconded By: Councillor Gough
  1. That a lease renewal between the City of Saskatoon and General Management Services Ltd. for 201 3^rd Avenue North for an additional three-years, with the ability to terminate the agreement upon six months’ prior notice, be approved; and
  2. That the City Solicitor be requested to review the agreement and have it executed by His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk under the Corporate Seal.

  In Favour: (11)

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

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11 to 0)

10.5.2

Downtown Event and Entertainment District – Site Options Update [CK. 4130-14]

A report of the Administration was provided.

• Councillor Gersher declared a conflict on this item. (Councillor Gersher recused herself on discussion and voting on this matter due to a potential conflict of interest related to a family member's business.)

Chief Financial Officer Hack introduced the item.

• Moved By: Councillor Gough
  Seconded By: Councillor Davies

  That the information be received.

  In Favour: (10)	Councillor Davies, Councillor Hill, Councillor Jeffries, Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Loewen, Councillor Gough, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Kirton
  Conflict En (1)	Councillor Gersher

  CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (10 to 0)

  Councillor Gersher re-entered the meeting.

  
  

10.6

Strategy & Transformation

10.7

Human Resources

10.8

Public Policy & Government Relations

11.

LEGISLATIVE REPORTS

11.1

Office of the City Clerk

11.2

Office of the City Solicitor

12.

OTHER REPORTS

13.

INQUIRIES

14.

MOTIONS (NOTICE PREVIOUSLY GIVEN)

15.

GIVING NOTICE

15.1

Councillor D. Kirton - Transit Police Program [File No. CK 7300-1]

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 Transit Operators are facing increasing threats and harassment

And whereas the natural evolution of Saskatoon’s Transit is moving towards a Bus Rapid Transit System

And whereas the city continues to find ways to attract a larger ridership

Be it resolved that Administration report back on the validity of a Transit Police Program. This report could include experiences in other municipalities, budget implications among other items.'"

16.

URGENT BUSINESS

17.

IN CAMERA SESSION (OPTIONAL)

18.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 4:25 p.m.