DocumentsMinutesDec 2, 2019Pages 1–8
CITY OF LANGFORD - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL (Monday, December 2, 2019)
Minutes of the City of Langford regular Council meeting held December 2, 2019, documenting attendance, public hearings, committee reports, bylaw readings/adoptions, motions and an in-camera resolution. Records decisions on zoning applications, bylaw adoptions/readings, and receipt/approval of committee minutes and reports.
Key facts
- Meeting called to order at 5:31 pm and adjourned at 6:26 pm on December 2, 2019
- Public Hearing and second/third readings for Bylaw No. 1857 (Langford Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 570) — 684 Hoylake Ave (proposed ~6 townhouse units)
- $610 per unit towards the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and $3,660 per unit towards the General Amenity Reserve Fund for 684 Hoylake Ave
- Public Hearing and second/third readings for Bylaw No. 1870 (Langford Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 576) — 894 Walfred Rd (proposed ~14 new lots, min 400 m² / 4,300 ft²)
- $660 per new lot to the Affordable Housing Fund and $3,960 per new lot to the General Amenity Reserve Fund for 894 Walfred Rd
CITY OF LANGFORD - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL
Monday, December Z"'', 2019 @ 5:30 p.m.
Council Chambers, 3'^'' Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue
PRESENT
Mayor Young; Councillors; D. Blackweli, M. Sahlstrom, L. Seaton, N. Stewart, L. Szpak, and R. Wade.
ATTENDING
ChiefAdministrative Officer, D.Kiedyk; Director of Finance, M. Dillabaugh; Director of Planning, M. Baldwin; Director of Engineering, M. Mahovlich; Director of Corporate Services, B. Hutchins; and Manager of Legislative Services, A. Proton.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Young called the meeting to order at 5:31 pm.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
MOVED BY;
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED;
COUNCILLOR SEATON
That Council approve the agenda by adding Bylaw No. 1871 - Traffic Bylaw No. 33 Amendment No. 23, Bylaw No. 1871, 2019 as item 9e) and Bylaw No. 1877 - Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 3, Bylaw No. 1877, 2019 as item 9f) and renumbering accordingly; and with an on-table update for Bylaw No. 1879.
CARRIED.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a) BYLAW NO. 1857
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 570, (684 Hoylake Ave), Bylaw No. 1857, 2019".
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1857 at 5:31 pm.
Director of Planning Matthew Baldwin advised that B.T.H Construction has applied on behalf of Brant and Sandra Hoff to amend the zoning of 684 Hoylake Avenue from the R2, One- and Two-Family Dwelling Zone to the RM2A, Attached Housing, Zone.
This is being proposed in order to allow for the construction of approximately 6 townhouse units.
As part of this application, a public hearing is required in accordance with the regulations of the Local Government Act.
In support of these/this application, the applicant has agreed to provide the following:
- $610 per unit towards the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund;
- $3660 per unit towards the General Amenity Reserve Fund;
This proposal is consistent with the Official Community Plan Neighborhood designation.
Notifications and advertisements have been placed as required by the Local Government Act.
The Mayor called a first time for presentations.
None presented.
Mayor Young called a second time for presentations.
None presented.
Mayor Young called a third and final time for speakers. There being none, he declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1857 closed at 5:32 p.m.
Councillor Wade arrived at 5:33 pm.
b) BYLAW NO. 1870
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 576, (894 Walfred Rd), Bylaw No. 1870, 2019".
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1870 at 5:33 pm.
Director of Planning Matthew Baldwin advised that Rachael Sansom has applied on behalf of Tracey Johnson to amend the zoning of 894 Walfred Rd from the R1 (One-Family Residential) Zone to the RS4 (Residential Small Lot 4] Zone.
This is being proposed in order to allow for the development of approximately 14 new lots with a minimum size of 400m^ (4,300 ft^) for single-family dwellings with suites.
As part of this application, a public hearing is required in accordance with the regulations of the Local Government Act.
In support of this application, the applicant has agreed to provide the following:
a) That the applicant provides, as a bonus for increased density, the following contributions per new lot, prior to subdivision approval:
i. $660 towards the Affordable Housing Fund; and
ii. $3,960 towards the General Amenity Reserve Fund.
b) That the applicant provides, prior to Public Hearing, the following:
i. A stornn water management plan from a qualified engineer that verifies storm water can be adequately managed on-site and downstream, to the satisfaction ofthe Director of Engineering.
c) That the applicant provides, prior to Bylaw Adoption, a release of the existing covenant (CA1382349), and register a new Section 219 covenant, registered in priority of all other charges on title, that agrees to the following:
i. That a 3.0m wide road dedication along the length of the subject property adjoining Walfred Road is provided prior to subdivision approval;
ii. That all frontage improvements to Bylaw 1000 standards are provided to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to subdivision approval;
iii. That the improvements in the required storm water management plan be implemented to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to subdivision approval;
iv. That ail tree protection measures and requirements listed in the tree retention plan prepared by Michael Barnabe, dated March 25th, 2009 be adhered to; and
v. That a statutory right of way for a temporary turnaround of a size and location to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering be registered prior to subdivision approval.
Council has authorized the Director of Planning to issue the following variances in the Form and Character Development Permit:
i. Reduce the exterior side yard setback from 3.5m (11.5 ft) to 2.9m (9.5 ft) for the existing dwelling; and
ii. Reduce the rear yard setback from 5.5m (18 ft) to 3.0m (10 ft) for the existing dwelling.
This proposal is consistent with the Official Community Plan Hillside or Shoreline designation.
Notifications and advertisements have been placed as required by the LocalGovernment Act.
The Mayor called a first time for presentations.
Resident on Walfred Road - Asked for clarification on property size (2.3 acres). Stated that they do not think that the proposed density is consistent with previous Council decisions. Expressed concerns about damage to the environment.
Mayor Young called a second time for presentations.
Colwood resident - Stated that the number of units for this development has increased during the development process, and this will increase traffic and contribute to climate change, especially since there are no good public transit connections in this area. Density is negative for ecosystems and habitat, and it is better to keep existing trees and habitat than to plant new trees. Climate change should be prioritized over
Mayor Young called a third and final time for speakers. There being none, he declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1870 closed at 5:45 p.m.
4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES
a) Minutes of the Special Meeting of Council - November 25'^ 2019
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
That Council approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of Council held on November 25'^ 2019.
CARRIED.
5. OTHER BOARD AND COMMISSION MINUTES
a) West Shore Parks and Recreation - October 10'^ 2019
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SEATON
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council receive the minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation held on October 10*^ 2019.
CARRIED.
6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
None.
7. COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS
a) Protective Services Committee - November 26'^ 2019
- Minutes of the Protective Services Committee - November 26"^, 2019
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council receive the minutes of the Protective Services Committee held on November 26'^ 2019.
CARRIED.
- West Shore RCMP Biannual Report
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
That Council receive the Biannual Report from the West Shore RCMP Detachment.
CARRIED.
- Update on the Westshore AVI Health Centre
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR STEWART
That Council receive the update from the Westshore AVI Health Centre.
CARRIED.
b) Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee - November 28'^ 2019
- Minutes of the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee - November 28»^ 2019
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SEATON
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council receive the minutes of the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee held on November 2019.
CARRIED.
8. REPORTS
a) West Shore Parks and Recreation Society 2020 Agreement Extensions
Staff Report (Administration)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
That Council extend the Co-Owners Agreement, the Members Agreement, and the Operating, Maintenance and Management Agreement for West Shore Parks and Recreation until February 29, 2020.
CARRIED.
9. BYLAWS
a) BYLAW NO. 1852
"Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 32, (1000 Citation Rd and 2691 Secretariat Way), Bylaw No. 1852, 2019". (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1852.
CARRIED.
BYLAW NO. 1853
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 566, (1000 Citation Rd and 2691 Secretariat Way), Bylaw No. 1853, 2019". (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1853.
CARRIED.
b) BYLAW NO. 1857
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 570, (684 Hoylake Ave), Bylaw No. 1857, 2019". (SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
That Council give Bylaw No. 1857 second and third readings.
CARRIED.
c) BYLAW NO. 1865
"Indemnification Bylaw No. 1865". (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
That Council give Bylaw No. 1865 first, second and third readings.
CARRIED.
d) BYLAW NO. 1870
"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 576, (894 Walfred Rd), Bylaw No. 1870, 2019". (SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council give Bylaw No. 1870 second and third readings.
CARRIED.
e) BYLAW NO. 1871
"Traffic Bylaw No. 33 Amendment No. 23, Bylaw No. 1871, 2019". (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1871.
CARRIED.
f) BYLAW NO. 1877
"Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 3, Bylaw No. 1877, 2019". (ADOPTION)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1877.
CARRIED.
g) BYLAW NO. 1879
"Langford City Hall Strata Property Delegation Bylaw No. 991, 2005, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 1879, 2019." (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
That Council give Bylaw No. 1879 first, second and third readings.
CARRIED.
10. IN CAMERA RESOLUTION
MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR WADE
a) That it is the opinion of Council that the public interest requires that persons other than members of Council and Officers be excluded from the meeting to consider confidential information regarding 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; and 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; under Section 90 (1) (e) and (k) of the Community Charter.
b) That Council continue the meeting in closed session.
CARRIED.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Young ad the meeting at 6:26 pm.
CARRIED.
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