MeetingsMon, Mar 18, 202432m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Adopted rezoning to allow 13 single-family lots at 3405 Happy Valley Road (Bylaw 2144).
- Gave first, second and third reading to rezoning allowing 29 townhouses at 902 Walfred Road (Bylaw 2162).
- Gave first, second and third reading to rezoning allowing 8 townhouses at 960 Jenkins Avenue (Bylaw 2161).
- Directed staff to submit a $400,000 FireSmart grant application to fund a coordinator and wildfire work (FireSmart).
- Directed staff to submit a $42,000 disaster adaptation grant for portable misting and water refill stations (CEPF).
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Gave first, second and third reading to rezone 902 Walfred Road, with conditions.
8.1.1 · 902 Walfred Rd Rezoning
Moved by Szpak, seconded by GuiryGave first, second and third reading to rezone 960 Jenkins Avenue, with conditions.
8.1.2 · 960 Jenkins Ave Rezoning
Moved by Szpak, seconded by WagnerDirected staff to submit a FireSmart grant application and manage the grant if awarded.
9.1 · FireSmart Community Funding and Supports
Vote 6–0Moved by Harder, seconded by WagnerDirected staff to apply for Disaster Risk Reduction funding for misting stations and manage it.
9.2 · Disaster Risk Reduction Grant - Misting Stations
Vote 6–0Moved by Morley, seconded by WagnerAdopted the zoning amendment for 3405 Happy Valley Road.
10.1 · Bylaw NO. 2144 - Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 705 (3405 Happy Valley Road) (Adoption)
Vote 6–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by HarderGave first, second and third reading to rezone 798 Gwendolynn Drive; one opposed.
10.2 · Bylaw NO. 2170 - Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 720 (798 Gwendolynn Drive) (1st, 2nd & 3rd Readings)
Vote 5–1Opposed: MorleyMoved by Guiry, seconded by Wagner
Agenda
22 items · select one for details, debate and documents
Summary
The meeting was called to order by the Acting Mayor.
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The City's territorial acknowledgement was read.
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Meeting conduct rules were read aloud.
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Council approved the agenda as amended to add a New Business item on the e‑kick scooter pilot.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the agenda as amended by adding a new heading titled "New Business" as item 11 for the consideration of the E-Kick Scooter Pilot Project and renumber the agenda accordingly.
Summary
Members of the public spoke on several items including misting stations, SDAC resolutions, and local concerns.
Who spoke (2)
- Patsy Hamilton (Granderson Road)Supports · Disaster risk reduction grant and misting stations
Supports portable misting stations for heat relief and benefits to residents, visitors, businesses, and pets, while urging clear plans for placement and monitoring. - M Wignell (Selwyn Road)Mixed · First readings, Portugal Park, and misting stations
Clarifies an earlier count of development-related first readings, praises the Portugal Park FireSmart exercise and park vision, and asks that misting stations be distributed citywide.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Summary
Council adopted the recommendations contained in the consent agenda.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt the recommendations for each item of the Consent Agenda as presented.
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Adopted the Special Council Meeting minutes of March 4, 2024.
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Adopted the Council Meeting minutes of March 4, 2024.
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Received the minutes of the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee meeting of March 11, 2024.
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There were no items removed from the consent agenda.
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Consideration of Sustainable Development Advisory Committee resolutions, including two rezoning proposals.
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Council proceeded with First, Second and Third Readings of Bylaw No. 2162 to rezone 902 Walfred Road from RS1 to RT1, subject to specified conditions and amenity/affordable housing contributions.
Location
902 Walfred Road
Motions (1)
THAT Council: 1. Proceed with consideration of First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2162 to amend the zoning designation of the properties located at 902 Walfred Road from RS1 to RT1 subject to the terms and conditions listed in the report; AND 2. Amend the text of Schedule AD of the Zoning Bylaw No. 300 to remove the amenity contributions related to Bylaw No. 2030; AND 3. Authorize the Director of Planning and Subdivision to issue the listed variance in the Form and Character Development Permit.
Documents (7)
Staff report recommending Council consider first, second and third readings of Bylaw No. 2162 to rezone 902 Walfred Road from RS1 to RT1 to permit approximately 29 townhouse units with 31% undisturbed open space and conditions.
Staff Report – Bylaw No. 2162: Application to Rezone 902 Walfred Road (Z23-0023)
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Page 20–36PURPOSE
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Page 20–36BACKGROUND
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Page 20–36SITE AND SURROUNDING AREA
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Page 20–36COUNCIL POLICY
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Page 20–36COMMENTARY - Part 1 of 2
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Page 20–36COMMENTARY - Part 2 of 2
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Page 20–36INFRASTRUCTURE
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Page 20–36FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 20–36LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 20–36OPTIONS
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Page 20–36SUBMITTED BY
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Page 20–36Concurrence
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Page 20–36Attachments
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Page 20–36Site map image showing the subject property and immediate parcel boundaries for 902 Walfred Road.
Appendix A – Site Map
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Page 37Location map showing the broader neighbourhood context for 902 Walfred Road.
Appendix B – Location Map (902 Walfred Road)
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Page 38Image-dominant scanned pages (maps/diagrams/attachments) related to the 902 Walfred rezoning application.
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Page 39–45Page 7
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Page 39–45Zoning bylaw amendment to rezone Lot 1 (902 Walfred Road) from RS1 to RT1 and set amenity contribution amounts per unit.
BYLAW NO. 2162 – Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 714 (902 Walfred Road)
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Page 46–47Schedule A map attached to Bylaw No. 2162 illustrating the parcel shaded for rezoning.
Schedule A
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Page 48Applicant slide deck (Feb 26, 2024) presenting history, proposal, design, drainage and financial/fee estimates for the 29-unit townhouse proposal at 902 Walfred Road.
Applicant Presentation – 902 Walfred Road Rezoning Proposal (SDA Committee presentation)
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Page 49–70## HISTORY
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Page 49–70LOCATION
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Page 49–70AREA PLAN
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Page 49–70THE PROPOSAL
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Page 49–70RT1 Zone Compliance
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Page 49–70Parking
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Page 49–70AMENITIES
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Page 49–70DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS
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Page 49–70SITE GRADING
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Page 49–70EMERGENCY ACCESS
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Page 49–70CONSULTATION
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Page 49–70AMENITY CONTRIBUTIONS AND FEES
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Page 49–70THANK YOU
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Page 49–70Summary
Council proceeded with First, Second and Third Readings of Bylaw No. 2161 to rezone 960 Jenkins Avenue from R2 to RT1, subject to specified conditions and amenity/affordable housing contributions.
Location
960 Jenkins Avenue
Motions (1)
THAT Council: 1. Proceed with consideration of First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2161 to amend the zoning designation of the property located at 960 Jenkins Avenue from R2 to RT1 after the notification process has been completed and subject to the terms and conditions listed in the report.
Documents (1)
Staff report recommending consideration of Bylaw No. 2161 to rezone 960 Jenkins Avenue from R2 to RT1 to permit approximately 8 townhouse units.
Staff Report to Sustainable Development Advisory Committee
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Page 71–73PURPOSE
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Page 71–73BACKGROUND
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Page 71–73SITE AND SURROUNDING AREA
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Page 71–73Table 2: Surrounding Land Uses
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Page 71–73COUNCIL POLICY
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Page 71–73Summary
Staff reports were considered, including FireSmart funding and misting station grant recommendations.
Summary
Council authorized staff to submit an application to the Community Resiliency Investment Program for FireSmart funding and agreed staff will manage the grant if awarded.
Motions (1)
THAT Council to submit an application to the Community Resiliency Investment Program - FireSmart Community Funding & Supports, supporting the proposed activities and willingness for staff to provide overall grant management.
Summary
Council directed staff to apply for a Disaster Risk Reduction grant for misting stations and confirmed staff would manage the grant.
Motions (1)
THAT Council directs staff to submit an application to the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund-Disaster Risk Reduction Climate Adaptation Funding Stream supporting the proposed activities and confirms the City's willingness for staff to provide overall grant management.
Summary
Consideration of zoning bylaws including adoption and readings.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2144 concerning 3405 Happy Valley Road.
Location
3405 Happy Valley Road
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2144.
Summary
Council gave 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading to Bylaw No. 2170; Councillor M. Morley opposed the readings.
Location
798 Gwendolynn Drive
Motions (1)
That Council give 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading of Bylaw No. 2170.
Summary
Council considered a proposed e‑kick scooter pilot project and directed staff to report back.
Motions (1)
THAT Council direct staff to: 1. Bring forward a report to the April 2, 2024 Regular Meeting of Council recommending that Langford consent to the e-kick scooter pilot program; and 2. Write a letter to neighbouring municipalities Colwood and View Royal encouraging them to also participate in the pilot project.
Summary
Council moved to close the meeting to the public to consider preliminary negotiations related to a municipal service.
Motions (1)
THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) (1<) of the Community Charter to consider: • negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a municipal service that are at their preliminary stages and that, in the view of the council, could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality if they were held in public.
Summary
Council adjourned the meeting at 9:02 pm.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adjourn the meeting at 9:02 pm.