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Minutes of the Council Meeting - December 4, 2023

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Record of the City of Langford regular Council meeting held December 4, 2023, including attendance, public participation, motions, bylaw readings and in-camera resolution.

Key facts

  • Meeting date/time: December 4, 2023, 7:00 p.m.
  • Consent agenda adopted (including Nov 20, 2023 minutes)
  • Council motion to donate the 2004 Freightliner fire apparatus to Malahat Fire Rescue (as-is); replacement apparatus funding to be considered in 2026
  • Bylaws adopted: Municipal Parks Regulation Bylaw No. 2152 and Traffic and Highways Bylaw No. 2153
  • Development Variance Permit DVP23-0007 (2038 Troon Court) tabled pending more information

Minutes of the Council Meeting - December 4, 2023, 7:00 p.m.

Council Chambers & Electronic Meeting

PRESENT

  • Mayor S. Goodmanson
  • Councillor K. Guiry
  • Councillor C. Harder - Remote
  • Councillor M. Morley
  • Councillor L. Szpak
  • Councillor M. Wagner
  • Councillor K. Yacucha

ATTENDING

  • D. Kiedyk, Chief Administrative Officer
  • B. Hutchins, Director of Corporate Services
  • M. Watmough, Deputy Director of Corporate Services
  • M. Baldwin, Director of Planning and Subdivision
  • M. Dillabaugh, Director of Finance
  • K. Balzer, Director of Engineering and Public Works
  • Y. Nielsen, Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities
  • K. Dube, Senior Manager of Information Technology and GIS
  • D. Petrie, Senior Manager of Business Development and Events - Remote
  • C. Aubrey, Fire Chief
  • C. Lowe, IT Support Specialist
  • B. Boisvert, Legislative Services Administrative Coordinator

Meeting available by teleconference.

1. CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Goodmanson called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.

2. TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Mayor Goodmanson acknowledged the concerns by Florence Dick from November 20, 2023, Council meeting and stated the City of Langford's Territorial Acknowledgment will remain the same until the City has gathered more information.
Councillor Morley read the City of Langford's Territorial Acknowledgment.

3. MEETING CONDUCT RULES

M. Watmough, Deputy Director of Corporate Services, read the City of Langford's meeting conduct rules.

4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

MOVED BY: SZPAK
SECONDED: YACUCHA

THAT Council approve the agenda as presented with the amendment of moving item 9 to item 11 and renumbering the agenda accordingly.
Motion CARRIED.

5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

  • P. Hamilton, Langford - re: item 11 - The speaker does not support the application. The speaker stated a smaller structure should be put in place.
  • M. Wignall, Selwyn Rd - re: item 9.1 - The speaker expressed support for the application. re: item 9.2 - The speaker expressed support for the donation of a fire engine. re: items 10.4 and 10.5 - The speaker expressed skepticism towards the changes to the bylaws making any real difference. The speaker expressed that the unhoused need to have more support.
  • R. Louie, Langford - re: item 9.1 - The speaker supports the application. re: 9.2 - The speaker supports Option 1 of the resolutions. re: item 9.4 - The speaker supports Option 1 of the resolutions.
  • L. Foxall, Players Dr - re: item 10.4 - The speaker expressed that the hiring of Bylaw officers is just a Band-Aid fix to a much bigger problem. The speaker stated there is an increase in criminal activity. re: item 6 - The speaker expressed disappointment that the RCMP item from November 20, 2023, was not discussed further by Council.
  • S. Sifert, Langford - re: item 10.4 - The speaker expressed that the hiring of Bylaw officers is just a Band-Aid fix to a much bigger problem. re: item 6 - The speaker expressed disappointment that the amendment to ensure we continue to improve quality of life and increase economic value appears to be missing. The speaker stated that improving quality of life and economic value does not appear to be a part of this Council's agenda.
  • N. Ottosen, Metchosin Rd - re: item 10.4 - The speaker expressed concern for the unhoused community and the need for more support. The speaker expressed a request for the hours be extended to be in a park overnight during extreme weather events.
  • J. Kozina, Troon Crt - re: item 11 - The speaker stated they are not in support of the application. The speaker stated that they have never been in support of the building. The speaker expressed disappointment that the building was built without a permit. The speaker would like a lower flat roof or a smaller building.
  • J. Elwood, Hannington Rd - re: item 11 - The speaker expressed support for the application.
  • K. Velikovsky, Walfred Rd - re: item 10.1 - The speaker stated that they are available to answer any questions from Council.
  • Dave A. Nicklaus Dr - re: item 10.4 and 10.5 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the unhoused at Danbrook Park. The speaker would like a long-term approach to the issue. The speaker would like water and restroom facilities put in place. The speaker would like a collaboration with Victoria to assist the unhoused.
  • C. Prat, Troon Crt - re: item 11 - The speaker is the applicant and expressed that they have spoken with the neighbour regarding the building. The speaker stated that a suggestion of lowering the roof line was made at one time. The speaker would like this application resolved.

6. CONSENT AGENDA

  • Minutes of the Special Council Meeting - November 20, 2023 (ADOPT)
  • Minutes of the Council Meeting - November 20, 2023 (ADOPT)

MOVED BY: SZPAK
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council adopt the recommendations for each item of the Consent Agenda as presented.

  • Minutes of the Special Council Meeting - November 20, 2023 (ADOPT)
  • Minutes of the Council Meeting - November 20, 2023 (ADOPT)

Motion CARRIED.

7. CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

None removed.

8. OTHER BOARD AND COMMISSION MINUTES

8.1 Minutes of the WSPR Board of Directors Meeting - October 12, 2023

MOVED BY: GUIRY
SECONDED: SZPAK

THAT Council receive the minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Board meeting held on October 12, 2023.
Motion CARRIED.

9. REPORTS

9.1 Application for Patron Participation Entertainment Endorsement at The Rack Bistro, 2345 Millstream Rd

MOVED BY: GUIRY
SECONDED: YACUCHA

THAT Council direct staff to Inform the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch that the City of Langford has no objections and will opt out of the notification process for the Patron Participation Entertainment Endorsement of the Rack Bistro located at 2345 Millstream Road.
Motion CARRIED.

9.2 Fire Engine Request from Malahat Fire Rescue

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: MORLEY

THAT Council:

  1. Donate the 2004 Freightliner to Malahat Fire Rescue, as is, without any of the equipment (unless agreed upon by the Fire Chiefs); AND
  2. Continue to fund a replacement apparatus in 2026 in our Five-Year Financial Plan following an assessment to determine fleet requirements for Langford Fire at that time.
    Motion CARRIED.

9.3 West Shore Parks and Recreation Society 2024 Budget

MOVED BY: GUIRY
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council approve the 2024 West Shore Parks and Recreation Society budget.
Motion CARRIED.

9.4 Greater Victoria Public Library 2024 Budget

MOVED BY: SZPAK
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council approve the Greater Victoria Public Library 2024 Operating Budget and Five-Year Financial Plan.
Motion CARRIED.

10. BYLAWS

10.1 BYLAW NO. 1927 (Background report attached)

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 706, (957 Walfred Road, Bylaw No. 1927, 2023". (FIRST READING)

MOVED BY: SZPAK
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council:

  1. Give First Reading to Bylaw No. 1927. AND
  2. Allow the front doors of Blocks “A” and “B” to remain on the north face of the units, as per the original site plan. AND
  3. Direct staff to schedule a Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1927.

Prior to consideration of the Main Motion:

Amendment:
MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council direct staff to have the developer set the window design sizes back to their original design sizes.
Motion CARRIED.

The vote was taken on the Main Motion and declared CARRIED.

10.2 BYLAW NO. 2029 (Background report attached)

“Road Closure Bylaw No. 2029 (726 Percy Pl), 2023”. (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY: YACUCHA
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council:

  1. Direct staff to post public notice for a road closure and disposition as prescribed in the Community Charter; AND
  2. THAT Council give Road Closure Bylaw No. 2029, 2023 (726 Percy Place) 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings.
    Motion CARRIED.
Bylaw No. 1927
Page 3–9

10.3 BYLAW NO. 2133 (Background report attached)

“Road Closure Bylaw No. 2133 (a portion of Desmond Drive), 2023”. (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: YACUCHA
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2133.
Motion CARRIED.

10.4 BYLAW NO. 2152

“Municipal Parks Regulation Bylaw No. 177, 1996, Amendment No. 12, Bylaw No. 2152, 2023." (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: MORLEY
SECONDED: SZPAK

THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2152.
Motion CARRIED.

10.5 Bylaw No. 2153

“Traffic and Highways Bylaw No. 33, Amendment No. 24, Bylaw No. 2153, 2023." (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: GUIRY
SECONDED: SZPAK

THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2153.
Motion CARRIED.

11. NOTICES OF INTENT

Councillor Harder at 8:01 p.m. left the meeting due to a perceived conflict of interest with item 11.1.

11.1 DVP23-0007-2038 Troon Court

MOVED BY: SZPAK
SECONDED: YACUCHA

THAT Development Variance Permit No. DVP23-0007 be issued by Council for the City of Langford to Chris Prat and Angelina Bell to allow for an existing shed to remain in its current location at 2038 Troon Court subject to the following terms and conditions:

  1. Appendix
    The site shall be developed in accordance with the site plan attached (Appendix A).

  2. Variances
    The following regulations of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 be varied pursuant to section 498 of the Local Government Act: a) That Section 3.05.02(5) be varied to reduce the minimum side lot line setback for an accessory building from 1.0m to 0.72m;
    b) That Section 3.05.01(8) be varied to reduce the setback required for the eaves of the accessory building from 0.45m to 0.36m; and
    c) That Section 6.95.05 be varied to allow an accessory building to be located within the rear yard that abuts a golf course.

  3. Conditions
    The following requirements are imposed pursuant to section 498 of the Local Government Act: a) That the variances pertain only to the existing structure;
    b) That the applicant shall include screening plantings between the shed and the property line, to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning; and
    c) That the second accessory shed structure on the property be removed.

Prior to consideration of the Main Motion:

Amendment:
MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council direct staff to assist the applicant in reducing the roof size design.
Councillor Wagner withdrew the motion.
There were no objections.

Prior to consideration of the Main Motion:

Amendment:
MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: MORLEY

THAT Council table the item to allow the applicant to bring forth more information to a future Council meeting.
Motion CARRIED.
Councillors Guiry and Yacucha opposed.

12. IN CAMERA RESOLUTION

MOVED BY: YACUCHA
SECONDED: MORLEY

THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) (g) of the Community Charter to consider:

  • litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality.

Motion CARRIED.

The meeting went in camera at 8:24 p.m.

13. ADJOURNMENT

MOVED BY: YACUCHA
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council adjourn the meeting.
Mayor Goodmanson adjourned the meeting at 8:48 p.m.
Motion CARRIED.

Presiding Council Member

Certified Correct - Corporate Officer

Bylaw No. 177Bylaw No. 300
Page 3–9

Related Documents

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Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 706, (957 Walfred Road)

Bylaw No. 1927 · Referenced in 1 section

Municipal Parks Bylaw

Bylaw No. 177 · Referenced in 1 section

Zoning Bylaw

Bylaw No. 300 · Referenced in 1 section

Extracted from: Agenda(192 pages total)