MeetingsMon, Mar 20, 20232h 34m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd readings to Bylaw 2127; directed staff to add $1.11M and $750K in 2023.
- Directed staff to remove artificial turf from frontage bylaw and reinstate industry maintenance standards (Bylaw 1000).
- Approved joining Capital West joint accessibility committee; each member to contribute $10,000 for a consultant.
- Approved up to $17,000 for a mobility lift in the YMCA‑YWCA Langford change room; City retains ownership.
- Directed staff to apply for UBCM reconciliation grant funding for the 2023 Change‑Makers Gathering Festival (UCPR).
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Directed staff to remove artificial turf requirements and reinstate maintenance and warranty standards.
8.1 · Use of Artificial Turf on Boulevards and Frontages
Vote 7–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by WagnerDirected staff to apply for a UBCM reconciliation grant for the 2023 Change-Makers Gathering Festival.
8.2 · UBCM Urban Communities Partnering for Reconciliation Grant Application
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by SzpakApproved joining a joint accessibility committee, each member contributing $10,000 to retain a consultant.
8.3 · Accessibility Committee Proposal
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by SzpakApproved up to $17,000 for a YMCA mobility lift and a City ownership agreement.
8.4 · Accessibility Lift In Changing Facility at YMCA-YWCA Langford
Vote 7–0Moved by Harder, seconded by GuiryContributed $500 to AVICC 2024 partnership and directed staff to provide study tours and workshops.
9.1 · Avicc Convention 2024 - Marianne Alto, Mayor of Victoria
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by WagnerGave first, second and third readings to the truck route bylaw amendment.
10.2 · Bylaw NO. 2111 "Bylaw No. 2111, Truck Route Bylaw No. 1477 Amendment No. 3, 2023." (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by HarderGave first, second and third readings to multi-utility amendment; directed staff include $1,112,900, $750,000, $82,900x4.
10.3 · Bylaw NO. 2127 "Multi-Utility Bylaw No. 1291, 2010, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2127, 2023." (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Morley
Agenda
26 items · select one for details, debate and documents
Summary
Deputy Director of Corporate Services read the Territorial Acknowledgement.
Summary
Mayor Goodmanson called the meeting to order at 7:11 p.m.
Summary
Council approved the agenda with additions of items 8.4 and 8.5 and removal of item 10.1.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the agenda with the addition of items 8.4 and 8.5, and the removal of item 10.1, and renumber the agenda accordingly.
Summary
Two presentations were received: South Island Prosperity Partnership and the Change‑Makers Gathering Festival.
Summary
Presentation by South Island Prosperity Partnership representatives regarding regional economic development initiatives.
Documents (1)
Presentation by South Island Prosperity Partnership outlining their mission, regional economic development priorities, programs and impact in the South Island.
South Island Prosperity Partnership - Emilie de Rosenroll, CEO & Kieran Buggy, Manager of Operations
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Page 3–25Acknowledgement
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Page 3–25Our Mission
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Page 3–25We are Connected as a Regional Economy
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Page 3–25FTS MAP
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Page 3–25Our Constitutional Purpose (Mar 2, 2016)
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Page 3–25Why?
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Page 3–25Our Impact
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Page 3–25Recent Events & Engagement
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Page 3–25Local Economic Development
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Page 3–25Regional Economic Recovery Strategy
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Page 3–25Indigenous Prosperity Centre (IPC)
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Page 3–25COAST — Pacific Canada’s hub for the sustainable blue economy
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Page 3–25Highlights
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Page 3–25Awards & Recognition
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Page 3–25Thank You
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Page 3–25Summary
Presentation to Council on the Changemakers Gathering Festival.
Documents (1)
Presentation on the Change-Makers Gathering Festival that celebrates Indigenous knowledge, describes activities, past event highlights and plans for future festivals.
Change-makers Gathering Festival
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Page 26–35Respectfully acknowledging we are
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Page 26–35Change-Makers Gathering Festival 2022
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Page 26–35Change-Makers Gathering Festival 2022
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Page 26–35Change-Makers Gathering Festival 2022
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Page 26–35Change-Makers Gathering Festival
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Page 26–35What sets Change-Makers apart?
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Page 26–35What sets Change-Makers apart?
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Page 26–35Thank You
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Page 26–35Summary
Members of the public spoke on several items including artificial turf (8.1), accessibility committee (8.3), and the grant application (10.3/8.2 topics).
Who spoke (19)
- Mike Wignell (Selwyn Road)Mixed · SSL water servicing
Supports SSL water funding as an investment in growth, while asking for clarification about conflicting amounts in the report. - Scott Perry (Glen Lake Road)Asks · Boulevard artificial turf
Asks for transparent answers on turf-cost comparisons, including whether land costs and lost tax revenue were included. - Heather Power (Fairway)Concerned · Accessibility committee
Questions whether a seven-municipality accessibility committee can provide relevant feedback and maintain continuity for Langford. - Sandy Seifert (Walford Road)Mixed · Boulevard artificial turf; SSL water servicing
Supports retaining boulevard turf requirements and describes SSL water funding as an investment with future tax revenue exceeding costs. - Michael Sunshine (Langlista Drive)Supports · Boulevard artificial turf
Supports removing artificial turf requirements, citing unmet savings expectations and environmental impacts. - David Dronsfield (Pete Road)Asks · Boulevard artificial turf
Asks council to preserve functional existing turf if requirements change and account for damage thresholds and removal costs. - N Brown (Wendy Drive)Supports · Boulevard artificial turf
Supports removing the requirement to install new boulevard artificial turf, citing environmental concerns. - Sienna G (Bear Mountain Parkway)Mixed · Boulevard artificial turf; accessibility committee
Supports a balanced turf policy prioritizing worker safety and waterways, and advocates an accessibility committee involving people with disabilities. - Nicholas JohalSupports · Boulevard artificial turf
Supports retaining artificial turf on high-traffic boulevards, citing worker safety, durability, lower maintenance, and reduced chemical use. - Bernadette Armstrong (Rodney Road)Mixed · Boulevard artificial turf; YMCA lift
Supports letting existing boulevard turf reach end-of-life before replacement and questions whether the YMCA lift can use previously requested funds. - Ren Louie (Bellamy Road)Supports · Reconciliation grant; accessibility committee; boulevard artificial turf
Supports the reconciliation grant and a Langford-only accessibility committee, and favors retaining all-weather turf requirements. - Arnold Rossander (Ribonview Drive)Asks · Boulevard artificial turf
Asks for supporting data on turf costs, maintenance, lifespan, alternatives, and the basis for the report's conclusions. - Matt Girard (Alicia Place)Supports · Boulevard artificial turf
Supports retaining artificial turf requirements and questions the report's maintenance assumptions and projected removal costs. - Natalie McNeely (Lakehurst Drive)Supports · Boulevard artificial turf
Supports replacing boulevard turf at end-of-life or when deteriorating, and recommends native plants or gravel as alternatives. - Wendy Hobbs (Luxton Road) · Condolences for fire department colleague
Offers condolences to the family and fire staff, recalling the assistant chief's role in training a family member. - S. Plank (Goldstream Avenue)Supports · Boulevard artificial turf; reconciliation grant; financial planning
Supports ending boulevard turf requirements, applying for the reconciliation grant, and expanding meaningful reconciliation and public engagement. - Kristen Ram (Finlison Arm Road)Supports · Boulevard artificial turf; reconciliation grant
Supports removing artificial turf requirements and applying for the Changemakers grant, recommending drought-resistant native plants for boulevards. - Colton Weatherston (Christita Crescent)Supports · Boulevard artificial turf
Supports removing artificial turf requirements, with exceptions for hazardous areas where turf protects worker safety. - Norman Joel (Walford Place)Mixed · Boulevard artificial turf; meeting schedule
Supports boulevard turf for worker safety and asks whether daytime public meetings can instead be held in the evening.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Location
Selwyn Rd
Glenlake Rd
Fairway Ave
Walfred Rd
Langvista Dr
Peatt Rd
Wendey Dr
Bear Mountain Pkwy
Rodney Rd
Bellamy Rd
Ravensview Dr
Alicia Pl
Lakehurst Dr
Goldstream Ave
Finlayson Arm Rd
Summary
Council considered adoption of previous meeting minutes (see subitems).
Summary
Council approved the Special Council minutes from February 27, 2023.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the minutes of the meeting of Special Council held on February 27, 2023.
Summary
Council approved the minutes of the March 6, 2023 meeting.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the minutes of the meeting of Council held on March 6, 2023.
Summary
Council considered receipt of other board and commission minutes (see subitem).
Summary
Council received the West Shore Parks and Recreation Board minutes from February 9, 2023.
Motions (1)
THAT Council receive the minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation meeting held on February 9, 2023.
Documents (1)
Minutes from the West Shore Parks & Recreation Society Board meeting on February 9, 2023, covering operational updates, maintenance, programs, grants and financial matters.
West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board Meeting - February 9, 2023
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Page 50–58Call to Order
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Page 50–58Approval of Agenda
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Page 50–58Approval of Minutes
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Page 50–58Public Participation
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Page 50–58Chair’s Remarks
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Page 50–58Standing Committees
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Page 50–58Old Business
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Page 50–58New Business
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Page 50–58For Information - Part 1 of 2
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Page 50–58For Information - Part 2 of 2
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Page 50–58In Camera
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Page 50–58Adjournment
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Page 50–58Summary
Council considered reports from staff on a range of topics (see subitems).
Summary
Council directed staff to remove artificial turf requirements from Bylaw No. 1000 and to reinstate industry maintenance and warranty standards in the next omnibus amendment.
Motions (1)
THAT Council direct staff to remove artificial turf requirements from Bylaw No. 1000 in the next omnibus amendment AND Direct staff to reinstate industry standards regarding maintenance and warranty periods in the next Bylaw No. 1000 omnibus amendment.
Documents (1)
Report reviewing the City’s use of artificial turf on boulevards since 2017 and recommending policy change due to increased installation and maintenance costs relative to sod.
Staff Report: Use of Artificial Turf on Boulevards and Frontages
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Page 59–61Summary
Council directed staff to apply for UBCM reconciliation grant funding for the 2023 Change‑Makers Gathering Festival.
Motions (1)
THAT Council direct staff to apply for grant funding for the 2023 Change-Makers Gathering Festival through the UBCM - Urban Communities Partnering for Reconciliation program.
Documents (1)
Request for Council approval to apply for UBCM 'Urban Communities Partnering for Reconciliation' grant to support the 2023 Change-Makers Gathering Festival.
Staff Report: UBCM Urban Communities Partnering for Reconciliation Grant Application
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Page 62–64BACKGROUND
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Page 62–64COMMENTARY
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Page 62–64FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 62–64LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 62–64OPTIONS
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Page 62–64SUBMITTED BY
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Page 62–64Summary
Council approved participating in a joint sub‑regional accessibility committee and agreed each member contribute $10,000 to retain a consultant and provide nominal annual operating funds.
Financial impact
$10,000— Member municipal contribution (per municipality)
Motions (1)
THAT Council, in response to the Provincial requirement to establish an accessibility committee by September 1, 2023, approve the municipality to participate in a joint sub- regional accessibility committee - the Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee - comprising the City of Colwood, the Township of Esquimalt, the District of Highlands, the City of Langford, the District of Metchosin, the District of Sooke, and the Town of View Royal; AND THAT each member municipality of this joint sub-regional accessibility advisory committee contribute $10,000 to retain a consultant to prepare an accessibility plan which member municipalities will apply to their own accessibility initiatives; AND THAT each member municipality of this joint sub-regional accessibility advisory committee allocate nominal annual operating funds for committee expenses; AND THAT the draft committee terms of reference, provided as Attachment "D" to this report, be adopted; AND THAT a joint accessibility advisory committee ad be placed seeking members for this committee; AND FURTHER THAT the member municipalities each establish an email address to receive public comments as set out in the legislation.
Documents (2)
Proposal to create a multi-municipality accessibility advisory committee to meet Accessible BC Act requirements, including a recommended consultant-led accessibility plan and shared funding.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 65–70BACKGROUND
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Page 65–70COMMENTARY
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Page 65–70FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 65–70LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 65–70OPTIONS
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Page 65–70SUBMITTED BY
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Page 65–70Supporting attachments for the Joint Accessibility Committee Proposal, including background material and the Intermunicipal Advisory Committee on Disability Issues (I.A.C.D.I.) terms of reference.
Attachment “B”
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Page 71–92Intermunicipal Advisory Committee on Disability Issues (I.A.C.D.I.)
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Page 71–92Attachment “D”
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Page 71–92CAPITAL WEST ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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Page 71–92Summary
Council approved expenditure of up to $17,000 for a mobility lift and directed staff to enter agreement keeping ownership with the City.
Financial impact
$17,000— City funds
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the expenditure of up to $17,000.00 for the purchase and installation of a mobility lift in an accessible universal change room at the YMCA-YWCA in the Langford facility for use by patrons of the YMCA-YWCA; AND That staff enter into an agreement with the YMCA-YWCA and Westhills that ownership of the lift will remain with the City.
Summary
Council received the report on the 2023–2027 five year financial plan process and timelines for information.
Motions (1)
THAT Council receive this report for information.
Summary
Council considered correspondence items (see subitem).
Summary
Council agreed to contribute $500 to support services to become a partner host for the AVICC AGM & Convention 2024 and directed staff to provide options for study tours/workshops.
Financial impact
$500— Council contribution
Motions (1)
THAT Council contribute $500 to support the cost of services to become a partner host for the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities (AVICC) AGM and Convention 2024 taking place in Victoria; AND THAT Council direct staff to provide options for study tours and workshops that showcase new infrastructure, programs, and innovation within Langford for the 2024 convention.
Documents (1)
Correspondence from Marianne Alto, Mayor of Victoria, regarding the AVICC Convention 2024 referenced in the agenda correspondence section.
Correspondence: AVICC Convention 2024 (Marianne Alto, Mayor of Victoria)
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Page 93Summary
Council considered bylaws for readings and adoption (see subitems).
Summary
This bylaw (BYLAW NO. 2025) was removed from the agenda during approval of the agenda.
Documents (1)
Bylaw item and associated background report proposing an amendment to the City of Langford Road Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2021 (Bylaw No. 2025, 2022) as listed on the agenda.
BYLAW NO. 2025 (Background report attached) - City of Langford Road Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2021, Amendment No. 1, Bylaw No. 2025, 2022
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Page 94–107BACKGROUND
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Page 94–107COMMENTARY - Part 1 of 3
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Page 94–107COMMENTARY - Part 2 of 3
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Page 94–107COMMENTARY - Part 3 of 3
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Page 94–107DCC Calculations
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Page 94–107ROAD DCC CONTRIBUTING AREA
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Page 94–107ROAD DCC PROJECTS
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Page 94–107STAKEHOLDER INPUT
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Page 94–107COLLECTION OF DCCS
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Page 94–107DCC CREDIT
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Page 94–107FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 94–107LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 94–107OPTIONS
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Page 94–107SUBMITTED BY
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Page 94–107Bylaw: City of Langford Road Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2021, Amendment No. 1, Bylaw No. 2025, 2022
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Page 94–107SCHEDULE “A” DEVELOPMENT COST CHARGES (Bylaw No. 2025)
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Page 94–107SCHEDULE C - LANGFORD ROAD DCC PROJECT LIST - Part 1 of 2
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Page 94–107SCHEDULE C - LANGFORD ROAD DCC PROJECT LIST - Part 2 of 2
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Page 94–107Summary
Council gave first through third readings to Bylaw No. 2111 (Truck Route Bylaw amendment).
Motions (1)
THAT Council give first three readings to Bylaw No. 2111, Truck Route Bylaw No. 1477 Amendment No. 3, 2023.
Documents (1)
Bylaw item and background report proposing amendments to the Truck Route Bylaw (No. 1477) identified as Bylaw No. 2111, 2023.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 108–112CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 108–112BYLAW NO. 2111
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Page 108–112SCHEDULE A (map and legend)
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Page 108–112Summary
Council gave readings to Bylaw No. 2127 and directed staff to include specified budget amounts and negotiate agreements related to the works.
Financial impact
$1,862,900— 2023 municipal budget (directed inclusion)
Motions (1)
THAT Council: 1. Give 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading of Bylaw No. 2127; AND 2. Direct staff to include $1,112,900 in the 2023 budget, as well as $82,900 in each of the next four years, for the past and future works as outlined in this report; AND 3. Direct staff to include $750,000 in the 2023 budget for the capital costs associated with providing water service to the Church properties; AND 4. Direct staff to negotiate the necessary agreements with Sustainable Services Ltd. for the installation of the future works in the Glenshire / Langshire Business District and for the Church properties; AND 5. Receive this report and attached amending agreement for information and direct staff to bring forward the amending agreement for approval, along with Bylaw No. 2127 for adoption, at a special meeting of Council at 7:00 p.m. on March 27th, 2023.
Documents (1)
Bylaw item listed on the agenda for Multi-Utility Bylaw No. 1291, 2010, Amendment No. 2 (Bylaw No. 2127, 2023); background report referenced on the agenda.
BYLAW NO. 2127 (Background report attached) - Multi-Utility Bylaw No. 1291, 2010, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2127, 2023
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Page 113Staff Report to Council
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Page 113BACKGROUND
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Page 113Summary
Council moved to close the meeting to the public under section 90(1)(a) and (e) of the Community Charter to consider personnel and land matters.
Motions (1)
THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) a and e of the Community Charter to consider: personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality; the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality.
Summary
Council adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adjourn the meeting.