MeetingsTue, Feb 17, 20261h 13m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Approved Parks and Trails Master Plan; guides park and trail expansion, amenities and equity citywide (Adopted)
- Approved remedial order to clear vacant buildings at 810 Arncote Ave; City may enter after 60 days (RAO)
- Directed staff to report on mail-in ballots for the 2026 election by April 7, 2026 (report)
- Approved lease renewal with Victoria Conservatory of Music at Aquatics Centre; execution authorized after required notice (lease)
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Adopted the Parks and Trails Master Plan.
9.1 · Parks and Trails Master Plan - Adoption Consideration
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by MorleyDeclared 810 Arncote Ave a nuisance and authorized City remediation after 60 days, owner pays.
9.2 · Correcting Nuisance Conditions - 810 Arncote Ave
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by SzpakApproved the Victoria Conservatory of Music lease and authorized execution after required notice.
9.4 · Victoria Conservatory of Music Lease Agreement
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by Morley
Agenda
14 items · select one for details, debate and documents
Summary
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
Summary
Councillor Harder read the City's territorial acknowledgement.
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Corporate Officer read the City of Langford's meeting conduct rules.
Summary
Council approved the meeting agenda as presented.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the agenda as presented.
Summary
Superintendent Terry Gillespie was introduced as the new West Shore RCMP superintendent and answered Council questions.
Debate
Brief introduction by Superintendent Gillespie; Council welcomed him and asked background questions.
Summary
Members of the public spoke to items on the agenda, notably concerns about 810 Arncote Avenue and the election bylaw.
Who spoke (2)
- A. HoldawayAsks · Former 50-and-up club property
Asks council for a plan and timeline to address littering and reported criminal activity near the former 50-and-up club. - Lisa FoxallMixed · Nuisance properties and municipal election
Criticizes delayed cleanup of Arncott nuisance properties and asks for more voting machines to reduce election wait times.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Summary
Council adopted the recommendations for each item on the Consent Agenda, including adoption of minutes.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt the recommendations for each item of the Consent Agenda as presented.
Summary
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.
Summary
Council approved the City of Langford Parks and Trails Master Plan as presented.
Debate
Council and staff discussed funding sources (provincial grant vs. DCC), the plan's 10–20 year horizon, equity of park access across neighbourhoods, and next steps for dedication/disposition of certain parcels.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the City of Langford's Parks and Trails Master Plan as presented.
Documents (2)
Presents the final Parks and Trails Master Plan for Council consideration and requests adoption to guide acquisition, development, enhancement, programming, and management as Langford grows toward 100,000 residents.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 19–22EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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Page 19–22BACKGROUND:
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Page 19–22COMMENTARY:
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Page 19–22FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
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Page 19–22LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:
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Page 19–22STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
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Page 19–22OPTIONS:
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Page 19–22SUBMITTED BY:
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Page 19–22Comprehensive Parks and Trails Master Plan (December 2025) outlining vision, objectives, 30 strategies, 118 actions, classification systems, site-specific direction (Veterans Memorial, Centennial, Woodlands, Jordie Lunn Bike Park, etc.), decision-support tools, and performance indicators to guide parks/trails planning through growth to 100,000 residents.
City of Langford Parks and Trails Master Plan
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Page 23–216Land Acknowledgement
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Page 23–216Executive Summary
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Page 23–216Plan at a Glance
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Page 23–216Table of Contents (selected)
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Page 23–216PART 1 — Introduction
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Page 23–216PART 2 — Context - Part 1 of 3
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Page 23–216PART 2 — Context - Part 2 of 3
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Page 23–216PART 2 — Context - Part 3 of 3
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Page 23–216PART 3 — Parks and Trails in Langford Today - Part 1 of 2
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Page 23–216PART 3 — Parks and Trails in Langford Today - Part 2 of 2
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Page 23–216PART 4 — Guiding Direction
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 1 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 2 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 3 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 4 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 5 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 6 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 7 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 5 — The Path Forward: Objectives, Strategies, and Actions - Part 8 of 8
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Page 23–216PART 6 — Site-Specific Actions - Part 1 of 2
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Page 23–216PART 6 — Site-Specific Actions - Part 2 of 2
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Page 23–216PART 7 — Performance Indicators and Monitoring
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Page 23–216Appendices - Part 1 of 2
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Page 23–216Appendices - Part 2 of 2
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Page 23–216References (selected)
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Page 23–216Summary
Council declared 810 Arncote Avenue a nuisance, imposed a remedial action order, and directed staff that if the owner does not comply within 60 days the City will enter and complete the required work at the owner's expense.
Location
810 Arncote Avenue
Debate
Council heard public concerns about safety, unsightliness, and rodents; staff explained the legal caution and steps previously taken (many bylaw notices) and described hazardous materials and remediation procedures; Council emphasized the seriousness of interfering with private property rights but supported the remedial action order as last resort.
Motions (1)
THAT Council declares the property having civic address of 810 Arncote Avenue, Langford BC (the "Property") and legally described as LOT 1, SECTION 111, ESQUIMALT DISTRICT, PLAN EPP125536 to be a nuisance pursuant to Section 74(1) and Section 74(2) of the Community Charter, due to the continued presence of vacant and unsecured buildings that are to be considered so dilapidated or unclean as to be offensive to the community; AND THAT Council impose a Remedial Action Order in the form as attached, subject to any revisions recommended by legal counsel; AND THAT Council direct staff that if such remedial action is not completed by the Property Owner within 60 days of Council's Remedial Action Order being served on the Property Owner, the City, by its staff, contractors and agents, will enter the Property to complete the required work at the Owner's expense pursuant to Section 17 of the Community Charter.
Documents (3)
Seeks a Council declaration that the lands at 810 Arncote Avenue constitute a nuisance under the Community Charter and requests Council impose a Remedial Action Order requiring demolition/remediation and secure fencing, with City authority to carry out works and recover costs if owner fails to comply.
Staff Report to Council - Part 1 of 2
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Page 217–221Staff Report to Council - Part 2 of 2
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Page 217–221Draft Remedial Action Order that, if adopted by Council, formally declares the property a nuisance and orders the owner to demolish vacant buildings, remove debris and graffiti, and secure the site within a specified timeframe, with City authority to act and recover costs upon non-compliance.
CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 222–223Photographic evidence showing the condition of the 810 Arncote Avenue land assembly, documenting breached/vacant houses, graffiti, debris, damaged windows/doors, deteriorated accessory structures and overgrown grounds to support the nuisance declaration.
Extracted Content (Pages 1–7)
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Page 224–230Summary
Council received the elections bylaw review and directed staff to prepare a report on the implications of adding mail‑in voting for the 2026 election to return by April 7, 2026.
Debate
Council discussed additional advanced voting locations, special voting at care homes, the need for more voting machines to reduce wait times, and requested a staff report on mail‑in voting implications (staff confirmed increased machines and stations will help capacity).
Motions (1)
THAT Council receive the report dated February 17, 2026, from the Director of Legislative and Protective Services titled 'Review of Elections Bylaw No. 1819' for information AND THAT Council direct staff to prepare a report outlining the implications of adding mail in ballot voting options for the 2026 election to be brought back no later than the April 7, 2026 Council meeting.
Documents (2)
Provides opportunity for Council to review Elections Bylaw No. 1819 in advance of the October 17, 2026 General Local Election and to direct any desired amendments; notes voting locations and procedural details for 2026.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 231–233Executive Summary
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Page 231–233Background
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Page 231–233Commentary
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Page 231–233Financial Implications
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Page 231–233Legal Implications
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Page 231–233Strategic Plan Alignment
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Page 231–233Options
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Page 231–233Submitted By
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Page 231–233Consolidated text of Elections Bylaw No. 1819 (as amended to May 16, 2022) setting procedures for local government elections and assent voting including use of provincial voters list, advance/special voting, automated vote-counting units, sign rules, and nomination document publication.
CONSOLIDATED
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Page 234–243City of Langford - Part 1 of 3
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Page 234–243City of Langford - Part 2 of 3
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Page 234–243City of Langford - Part 3 of 3
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Page 234–243Summary
Council approved the lease renewal with the Victoria Conservatory of Music and authorized execution after Community Charter notice.
Debate
Council noted the Victoria Conservatory is a valuable community arts partner; the lease maintains cost recovery and minimal changes to prior terms.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the lease agreement with the Victoria Conservatory of Music on the terms attached with such minor amendments as may be required; AND THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer, or Corporate Officer, to execute the agreement once notice has been provided under the Community Charter.
Documents (2)
Requests Council authorize execution of a new 5-year lease (with a tenant option for a further 5 years) between the City and the Victoria Conservatory of Music for commercial space (Unit 210) in the Langford Aquatics Centre, with modest rent increases and a tenant early termination right.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 244–246EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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Page 244–246BACKGROUND:
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Page 244–246COMMENTARY:
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Page 244–246FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
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Page 244–246LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:
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Page 244–246STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
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Page 244–246OPTIONS:
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Page 244–246SUBMITTED BY:
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Page 244–246Concurrence:
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Page 244–246Full form of the proposed lease between City of Langford (landlord) and Victoria Conservatory of Music (tenant) for Suite 210 (approx. 3,068 ft²) in the Langford Aquatics Centre including detailed lease terms, rent schedule, net lease obligations, insurance requirements, security deposit, tenant termination right and schedules (floor plan, definitions, rules).
LeaseAgreement Between City of Langford and Victoria Conservatory of Music
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Page 247–2961. BASIC
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Page 247–2962. PREMISES
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Page 247–2963. TERM
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Page 247–2964. RENT
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Page 247–2965. TENANT'S COVENANTS
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Page 247–2966. LANDLORD'S COVENANTS
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Page 247–2967. REPAIR, DAMAGE, AND DESTRUCTION
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Page 247–2968. TAXES AND OPERATING COSTS
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Page 247–2969. UTILITIES AND ADDITIONAL SERVICES
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Page 247–29610. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLETTING
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Page 247–29611. FIXTURES AND IMPROVEMENTS
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Page 247–29612. INSURANCE AND LIABILITY
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Page 247–29613. SUBORDINATION, ATTORNMENT, REGISTRATION, AND CERTIFICATES
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Page 247–29614. OCCURRENCE OF DEFAULT
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Page 247–29615. TENANT'S DEFAULT, REMEDIES OF LANDLORD, AND SURRENDER
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Page 247–29616. MISCELLANEOUS
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Page 247–29617. SPECIAL PROVISIONS
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Page 247–296Schedule "A" FLOOR PLAN OF THE LEASED PREMISES
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Page 247–296Schedule "B" DEFINITIONS
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Page 247–2961. Basic, Schedules, and Definitions
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Page 247–2962. Premises:
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Page 247–2963. Term
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Page 247–2964. Rent
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Page 247–2965. TENANT'S COVENANTS
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Page 247–2966. Landlord’s Covenants
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Page 247–2967. Repair, Damage, And Destruction
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Page 247–2968. Taxes And Operating Costs
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Page 247–2969. Utilities and Additional Services
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Page 247–29610 Assignment And Subletting
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Page 247–29611 Fixtures And Improvements
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Page 247–29612 Insurance and Liability
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Page 247–29613 Subordination, Attornment, Registration, And Certificates
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Page 247–29614 Occurrence Of Default
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Page 247–29615 Tenant’s Defaults, Remedies Of Landlord, Surrender, and Termination - Part 1 of 2
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Page 247–29615 Tenant’s Defaults, Remedies Of Landlord, Surrender, and Termination - Part 2 of 2
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Page 247–29616 Miscellaneous
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Page 247–29617 Special Provisions
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Page 247–296SCHEDULE “A” FLOOR PLAN OF THE LEASED PREMISES
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Page 247–296SCHEDULE "B" DEFINITIONS - Part 1 of 4
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Page 247–296SCHEDULE "B" DEFINITIONS - Part 2 of 4
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Page 247–296SCHEDULE "B" DEFINITIONS - Part 3 of 4
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Page 247–296SCHEDULE "B" DEFINITIONS - Part 4 of 4
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Page 247–296SCHEDULE "C" RULES AND REGULATIONS
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Page 247–296Summary
Council moved into a closed meeting to receive solicitor‑client privileged advice.
Motions (1)
THAT Council close the meeting at 8:13 pm to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) (i) of the Community Charter to consider the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.
Summary
Council adjourned the meeting at 8:26 pm.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adjourn the meeting at 8:26 pm.