MINUTES

REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL

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Council Chamber, City Hall
PRESENT:
  • His Worship, Mayor C. Clark, in the Chair
  • Councillor C. Block
  • Councillor R. Donauer
  • Councillor B. Dubois
  • Councillor S. Gersher
  • Councillor H. Gough
  • Councillor D. Hill
  • Councillor A. Iwanchuk
  • Councillor M. Loewen
ABSENT:
  • Councillor T. Davies
  • Councillor Z. Jeffries
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 J. Sproule
  • A/Deputy City Clerk J. Hudson

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.

  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. ​That the following letters be added to Item 8.1.2:

      Requesting to Speak:
      - Ricky Deitner, Alpha Adventures, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Ethan Sawchuk, dated February 23, 2020

      Submitting Comments:
      - Janice Wall, dated February 18, 2020;
      - Keitha McClocklin, dated February 18, 2020;
      - Donna Wasden, dated February 18, 2020;
      - Mary Fraser, dated February 19, 2020;
      - Karlee Garand, dated February 19, 2020;
      - Nikki Huber, dated February 20, 2020;
      - Jennifer Fairbairn, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Jan Felling, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Larissa Link, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Lisa Helfrick, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Lynsay Haanstra, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Teanna Corozel, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Liz Chapman, dated February 23, 2020;
      - Renée Beauchamp, Canadian Dog Walkers Association, dated February 24, 2020;

    2. That the following letters submitting comments and requesting to speak be added to Item 8.4.1:
      - Ingrid Larson on behalf of Saskatoon Cycles dated February 21, 2020;
      - Randy Pshebylo, Riversdale Business Improvement District, dated February 24, 2020;

    3. That the items with speakers be heard following consideration of the Consent Agenda as follows:
      - Item 8.1.2 
        Ricky Deitner, Alpha Adventures;
        Ethan Sawchuk;
      - Item 8.3.1 
        Mike Velonas, Meewasin Valley Authority (PowerPoint);
      - Item 8.4.1 
        Jim Arnold, Saskatoon Cycles;
        Randy Pshebylo, Riversdale BID;

    4. That the Report of the City Manager dated February 24, 2020 entitled “Request – Liquor Serving Extension – 2020 Juno Week Events” be considered as Urgent Business Agenda Item 16; and

    5. That the agenda be confirmed as amended.
    In Favour: (9)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9 to 0)
  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher

    ​That the minutes of the Regular Business Meeting of City Council held on January 27, 2020, be adopted.

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

Mayor Clark introduced the matter, noting that the third Monday in February is recognized as Heritage Day.

Peggy Sarjeant and Linda Dietz, representatives of the Saskatoon Heritage Society, were in attendance to present the 30th edition of the Saskatoon History Review and distributed copies of the publication to Council.

Councillor Hill expressed his enjoyment of Sum Theatre's performance experience 'The Last Sunday' - artistic responses to the month's top news stories and events - and encouraged all to attend.

Councillor Loewen acknowledged February as Black History Month and recognized the importance and contribution of Black Canadians to making the City of Saskatoon a vibrant and welcoming place.

Mayor Clark expressed condolences on the recent loss of two former City Councillors and community leaders in Saskatoon - Peter Zakreski and John Brocklebank - and acknowledged their service.

Councillor Iwanchuk asked for an update on the Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study.  

Director of Transportation Magus provided a response, noting a report is scheduled for Committee and Council in June. He advised that although the draft plan will incorporate feedback from the open houses, there is no plan for further engagement. 

Councillor Hill referred to the policy with respect to seasonal lighting indicating that such lighting comes down by January 14 each year; however the poinsettias remain on University Drive.  

General Manager of Environment & Utilities Gardiner advised she would check with Saskatoon Light and Power and follow up.

Councillor Hill asked if outside boards that receive funding from the City such as SREDA, Meewasin, and Tourism Saskatoon are being included in the ongoing governance review. 

City Solicitor Yelland responded a report is forthcoming and that she would follow up on whether these specific bodies are included.

Items 8.1.2, 8.3.1 and 8.4.1 were removed from the Consent Agenda.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Hill

    ​That the Committee recommendations contained in Items 8.1.1; 8.2.1 to 8.2.5; 8.3.2 to 8.3.4; and 8.5.1 to 8.5.6 be adopted as one motion.

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

    Item 8.1.2 was considered next.


This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

The following letters were provided:

Requesting to Speak:

  • Ricky Deitner, Alpha Adventures, dated February 23, 2020; and
  • Ethan Sawchuk, dated February 23, 2020

Submitting Comments:

  • Amy Mark, dated February 13, 2020;
  • Lynsay Haanstra, Wolf Pack Adventures, dated February 16, 2020;
  • Talia Soparlo, dated February 16, 2020;
  • Donna Wasden, dated February 17, 2020;
  • Curtis Olson, dated February 17, 2020;
  • Janice Wall, dated February 18, 2020;
  • Keitha McClocklin, dated February 18, 2020;
  • Donna Wasden,dated February 18, 2020;
  • Mary Fraser, dated February 19, 2020;
  • Karlee Garand, dated February 19, 2020;
  • Nikki Huber, dated February 20, 2020;
  • Jennifer Fairbairn, dated February 23, 2020; 
  • Jan Felling, dated February 23, 2020;
  • Larissa Link, dated February 23, 2020;
  • Lisa Helfrick, dated February 23, 2020;
  • Lynsay Haanstra, dated February 23, 2020;
  • Teanna Corozel, dated February 23, 2020;
  • Liz Chapman, dated February 23, 2020; and
  • Renée Beauchamp, Canadian Dog Walkers Association, dated February 24, 2020

Councillor Hill presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services, noting the popular area of discussion and which attracted communications is around the proposed amendment to the Animal Control Bylaw that would limit the number of dogs per person in off-leash areas.

Ricky Deitner, a professional dog walker and trainer, spoke against the proposed limitation, noting a pack of up to 10 dogs is required to train effectively.  He suggested perhaps a permit or licensing system could be implemented and answered questions of Council.

Ethan Sawchuk presented his concerns to Council on the various implications of limiting the number of dogs, and requested removal of the proposed amendment pending further investigation.  He answered questions of Council.

General Manager, Community Services Lacroix and Director of Community Development Roberts answered questions of Council with respect to the recommendation of the working group, public engagement, bylaw enforcement and municipal scans.

  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. That the Proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 7860, The Animal Control Bylaw, 1999 and Bylaw No. 8176, The Dangerous Animals Bylaw, 2003 as outlined in the February 11, 2020 report of the General Manager, Community Services Department, be approved; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to make the necessary amendments to Bylaw No. 7860, The Animal Control Bylaw, 1999, and Bylaw No. 8176, The Dangerous Animals Bylaw, 2003.
  • IN AMENDMENT

    Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Gough

    That Motion 1 be amended to exclude recommendation 6 in Appendix 1 to the report of the General Manager, Community Services Department dated February 11, 2020, with respect to limiting the number of dogs per owner in the off-leash areas. 

    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (1)Councillor Hill
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (8 to 1)
  • MOTION AS AMENDED

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

    1.  That Administration report back on options, including additional levels of licensing, that would allow professional dog walkers to be exempt from the 4-dog restriction at off leash parks;

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

    2.  That Administration report back on the potential options to allow one or more off-leash parks to be exempt from the restriction;

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

    3.  That Administration include professional dog walkers in their community consultation.

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

    In Summary, the final resolution is as follows:

    1. That the Proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 7860, The Animal Control Bylaw, 1999 and Bylaw No. 8176, The Dangerous Animals Bylaw, 2003 as outlined in the February 11, 2020 report of the General Manager, Community Services Department, with the exception of #6 in Appendix 1, be approved;
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to make the necessary amendments to Bylaw No. 7860, The Animal Control Bylaw, 1999, and Bylaw No. 8176, The Dangerous Animals Bylaw, 2003;
    3. That Administration report back on options, including additional levels of licensing, that would allow professional dog walkers to be exempt from the 4-dog restriction at off leash parks;
    4. That Administration report back on the potential options to allow one or more off-leash parks to be exempt from the restriction; and
    5. That Administration include professional dog walkers in their community consultation.

    Item 8.3.1 was considered next.


  • That the City Solicitor be instructed to take the necessary action under provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act with respect to properties with 2019 tax liens.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Capital Project 0583 – Replace/Refurbish Bus Project be increased by $234,300 which will be funded by the Green Municipal Fund grant.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the 2020 budget submissions from the Downtown Saskatoon Business Improvement District, Broadway Business Improvement District, Riversdale Business Improvement District, Sutherland Business Improvement District, and 33rd Street Business Improvement District be approved; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the 2020 Business Improvement District Levy Bylaws for submission to City Council for consideration at the same meeting that the Mill Rate Bylaws are presented.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That Policy C01-013 – Conferences – Attendance Criteria be updated as outlined in this report;
    2. That the City Clerk be requested to update Policy C01-013, Conferences – Attendance Criteria, as outlined in this report; and
    3. That the City Solicitor be instructed to make the necessary amendments to Bylaw No. 9170, The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That a $1,000,000 appeal contingency be added to the property tax levy for the commercial/ industrial property class for 2020.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the Administration proceed with Option 3 to initiate a project to identify alternatives to expand the accessible City-wide curbside (single-family household) solid waste collection service, report back on the feasibility of each, and recommend an alternative for implementation;
    2. That the values identified in the March 2018 engagement session (Accessible Waste Collection workshop) be included in the Administration’s evaluation of accessible solid waste collection alternatives, along with legal, financial, and labour relations considerations; and
    3. That the report of the General Manager, Utilities & Environment Department dated January 13, 2020, be forwarded to the Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee, with a specific request to propose a new name for the Special Needs Garbage Collection Service.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the attached Letter of Support for inclusion in the FCM Sustainable Communities Award application for the City of Saskatoon’s Triple Bottom Line initiative, be approved; and
    2. That the Triple Bottom Line initiative be acknowledged as deserving of recognition.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
    1. That the Recovery Park and Saskatoon Regional Waste Management Centre Project (Capital Project No. 2050) be adjusted to reflect a total cost of $31.1M;
    2. That the additional expenditures be funded from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program and the revised funding plan within this report;
    3. That if the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program funding is not confirmed, the full additional amount of $7.7M be funded by borrowing subject to a Public Notice Hearing for Borrowing; and
    4. That if the funding is approved from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute and deliver the contribution agreement for Capital Project No. 2050.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

A request to speak from Mike Velonas, Meewasin Valley Authority, dated February 14, 2020, was provided.

Councillor Gersher presented the item as Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services.

Mike Velonas provided a PowerPoint presentation that was presented to Committee on Meewasin's mandate, jurisdiction, goals & objectives, ecosystem leadership, collaboration on the Green Infrastructure Strategy, governance actions and priority areas, and potential funding opportunities.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gersher
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the report of the General Manager, Utilities & Environment, dated February 10, 2020 be received as information.

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

    Item 8.4.1 was considered next.


This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.

The following letters were provided:

Requesting to Speak:

  • Ingrid Larson on behalf of Saskatoon Cycles (Jim Arnold) dated February 21, 2020; and
  • Randy Pshebylo, Riversdale Business Improvement District, dated February 24, 2020

Submitting Comments:

  • Anne Hanson, dated February 10, 2020

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

Dr. Jim Arnold, Saskatoon Cycles, requested Council rethink the proposed amendments and answered questions on the change in perspective as a stakeholder, noting there should not be an age restriction to cycling on sidewalks if it means encouraging the public to bike ride.

Randy Pshebylo addressed Council with concerns about bicycles on sidewalks in the commercial areas of the Business Improvement District, and circulated copies of his presentation. 

Council asked questions of the Administration.

The meeting recessed at 3:18 p.m. and reconvened at 3:32 p.m. to continue consideration of the matter.

  • Moved By:Councillor Dubois
    Seconded By:Councillor Gersher
    1. That Bylaw No. 6884, The Bicycle Bylaw be amended to include:
      a. That cyclists do not have to remain in the bicycle lane when one is available
      b. That children under the age of 14 be permitted to cycle on sidewalks; and
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate amendment to Bylaw No. 6884, The Bicycle Bylaw.
  • IN AMENDMENT

    Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer
    1. That motion 1b. be amended to preclude the ability to ride bicycles on the sidewalks within main corridors (high traffic areas) of the business improvement districts; and
    2. That the Administration consult with the affected areas to come up with the corridors and report back to SPC on Transportation prior to bringing forward the bylaw.

    Vote on Amendment 1.

    In Favour: (3)Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Against: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    DEFEATED (3 to 6)

    Amendment 2 was subsequently withdrawn.


  • Vote on Main Motion 1a.

    In Favour: (5)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (4)Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (5 to 4)
  • Vote on Main Motion 1b.

    In Favour: (6)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (3)Councillor Donauer, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (6 to 3)
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That Bylaw No. 6884, The Bicycle Bylaw be amended to include that guardians accompanying children under the age of 14 be permitted to cycle on sidewalks.

    In Favour: (4)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (5)Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    DEFEATED (4 to 5)
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That Bylaw No. 6884, The Bicycle Bylaw be amended to include that all riders be allowed to cycle on sidewalks at pedestrian speed if the street is or has become hazardous.

    In Favour: (2)Councillor Gough, and Councillor Loewen
    Against: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Iwanchuk
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    DEFEATED (2 to 7)
  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Loewen

    That Bylaw No. 6884, The Bicycle Bylaw be amended to include that existing shared path rules directing rider behaviour with respect to pedestrians apply to any sidewalk cycling use.

    WITHDRAWN


  • Vote on Main Motion 2.

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

    That the Administration consult with the affected areas to come up with the high traffic corridors within Business Improvement Districts related to restricting cycling on sidewalks and report back to the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation prior to bringing forward the bylaw.

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

    That Administration report back on an exception to the bylaw that would identify only one street in city center that runs north and south and only one street in city center that runs east and west, where separated bicycle lanes exist, that cyclists must use the bicycle lane, and that Administration recommend any appropriate intersection changes to accommodate this requirement.   

    In Favour: (2)Councillor Block, and Councillor Hill
    Against: (7)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Iwanchuk, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    DEFEATED (2 to 7)

    In summary, the final resolution is as follows:

    1. That Bylaw No. 6884, The Bicycle Bylaw be amended to include:
      a. That cyclists do not have to remain in the bicycle lane when one is available;
      b. That children under the age of 14 be permitted to cycle on sidewalks;
    2. That the City Solicitor be requested to prepare the appropriate amendment to Bylaw No. 6884, The Bicycle Bylaw; and
    3. That the Administration consult with the affected areas to come up with the high traffic corridors within BIDs related to restricting cycling on sidewalks and report back to SPC on Transportation prior to bringing forward the bylaw.


  • That the report of the City Clerk dated February 18, 2020, be received as information.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That the following be appointed to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee:

    • Superintendent Dave Haye, Saskatoon Police Service representative, to the end of 2020; and
    • Pamela Beaudin, Métis Community representative, to the end of 2021.
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Dao Duong be appointed to the Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee (Youth representative) to the end of 2021.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Jenn Penny and Alexis Bourassa be appointed to the Municipal Planning Commission to the end of 2021.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • That Emily Martell be appointed to the Social Services Subcommittee – Assistance to Community Groups: Cash Grants Program (Board of Education for Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools representative) for 2020.

    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
  • Councillor Iwanchuk declared a conflict on this item. (Her employment with CUPE National may be perceived to be in conflict.)

She excused herself from discussion and voting on the matter and left the Council Chamber.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois
    1. That the proposed changes set out in the revision to the Collective Agreement with respect to the 2017 – 2018 Collective Agreement with The Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local No. 59 be approved; and
    2. That His Worship the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the revised contract under the Corporate Seal.
    In Favour: (8)Mayor C. Clark, Councillor Block, Councillor Donauer, Councillor Dubois, Councillor Gersher, Councillor Gough, Councillor Hill, and Councillor Loewen
    Absent: (2)Councillor Davies, and Councillor Jeffries
    CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (8 to 0)

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report.

  • Moved By:Councillor Donauer
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That City Council authorize its representative to execute a resolution of the Member of Saskatchewan Place Association Inc. approving an amendment, as drafted by the City Solicitor, to Saskatchewan Place Association Inc.’s Bylaw No. 1 to change the membership of the Board of Directors.

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

City Solicitor Yelland presented the report.  City Manager Jorgenson answered questions of Council.

  • Moved By:Councillor Iwanchuk
    Seconded By:Councillor Donauer

    That City Council approve the Provision of Legal Services Policy attached as Appendix 1 to the report of the City Solicitor dated February 24, 2020.

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

Councillor Iwanchuk put forward the following notice of motion and requested notice be waived in accordance with Section 65(3) of The Procedures and Committees Bylaw.

"I hereby give notice for the following motion:

WHEREAS two engagement open houses for the Circle Drive West functional planning study were conducted; and

WHEREAS the feedback provided following the second open house to the Administration was that of strong opposition to the proposal; and

WHEREAS the Project Team is reviewing and revising the long-range functional plan to address the concerns that were raised;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Administration report back on a funding strategy and timeline for further engagement including holding an additional open house to provide an opportunity for interested parties to engage in the revised plans for the Circle Drive West functional plan; and,

THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Administration include in the plan for further engagement, a broader advertising strategy than what was used for the previous two open-houses."

Council asked questions of the Administration with respect to timelines and urgency.

  • Moved By:Councillor Gough
    Seconded By:Councillor Block

    That notice of motion be waived.

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

    WHEREAS two engagement open houses for the Circle Drive West functional planning study were conducted; and

    WHEREAS the feedback provided following the second open house to the Administration was that of strong opposition to the proposal; and

    WHEREAS the Project Team is reviewing and revising the long-range functional plan to address the concerns that were raised;

    THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Administration report back on a funding strategy and timeline for further engagement including holding an additional open house to provide an opportunity for interested parties to engage in the revised plans for the Circle Drive West functional plan; and,

    THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Administration include in the plan for further engagement, a broader advertising strategy than what was used for the previous two open-houses.

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

A report of the City Manager was provided.

The City Clerk presented the report and answered questions of Council along with City Manager Jorgenson.

Council expressed interest in receiving follow-up information with respect to the event and its operational and budgetary impact on policing, if any.

  • Moved By:Councillor Hill
    Seconded By:Councillor Dubois

    That the Mayor write a letter indicating the City has no objection to this one-time change.

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

The Regular Business meeting adjourned at 4:59 p.m.

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