CITY OF LANGFORD - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL (March 15, 2021)

1. CALL TO ORDER

Acting Mayor R Wade called the meeting to order at 5:33 pm.

2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SEATON
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL

That Council approve the agenda as amended.

CARRIED.

3. PUBLIC HEARING

a) BYLAW NO. 1953

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 615, (BP3 (Business Park 3 – Amy Rd), Bylaw No. 1953, 2021".

Acting Mayor R. Wade opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw No.1953 at 5:35 pm and read a statement to inform those present of the public hearing procedure.

The Acting Mayor declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1953 closed at 5:38 p.m.

b) BYLAW NO. 1961

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 619, (780 & 830 McCallum Rd, 2371 City Gate Boulevard), Bylaw No. 1961, 2021

Acting Mayor Wade opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1961 at 5:38 pm and read a statement to inform those present of the public hearing procedure.

The Acting Mayor declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1961 closed at 5:55 p.m.

Councillor Blackwell left the meeting at 5:55 pm due to a perceived conflict.

Following the meeting, Councillor Blackwell provided the following additional information:

“Councillor Blackwell believes she may have a perceived conflict due to previously engaging one of the developers for a private contract.”

c) BYLAW NO. 1955 and BYLAW NO. 1951

“Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 42, (2207 Millstream Rd), Bylaw No. 1955, 2021”.
AND
“Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 613, (2207 Millstream Rd), Bylaw No. 1951, 2021”.

Acting Mayor Wade opened the Public Hearing for Bylaw Nos. 1955 and 1951 at 5:56 pm.

The Acting Mayor declared the Public Hearing for Bylaw Nos. 1955 and 1951 closed at 7:22 p.m.

Councillor Blackwell rejoined the meeting at 7:24 pm.

5. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES

a) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council – February 16, 2021

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SEATON
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM

That Council approve the Minutes of the regular meeting of Council held on February 16, 2021.

CARRIED.

6. COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS

a) Planning, Zoning and Affordable Housing Committee – March 8, 2021.

1. Minutes of the Planning, Zoning and Affordable Housing Committee Meeting – March 8, 2021

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SEATON

That Council receive the Minutes of the Planning, Zoning and Affordable Housing Committee held on March 8, 2021.

CARRIED.

2. Bylaw No. 1970 - Application to Rezone 757 and 765 Latoria from RR6A and RR2 to R2 to Allow for the subdivision of 28 single family lots (C3)

Staff Report (Planning)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council

1. Proceed with consideration of Bylaw No. 1970 to amend the zoning designation of the property located at 757 and 765 Latoria Road from RR6A (Rural Residential 6A) and RR2 (Rural Residential 2) to R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) subject to the following conditions:

a) That the applicant provides, as a bonus for increased density, the following contributions per lot prior to subdivision approval: i. $660 towards the Affordable Housing Fund; and
ii. $3,960 towards the General Amenity Fund.
b) That the applicant provides $113,448 to the General Amenity Reserve Fund in lieu of 5.8% open space, prior to subdivision approval;
c) That prior to Public Hearing, the applicant provides a technical memo from an engineer that verifies stormwater can be adequately managed on-site for the proposed developments, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;
d) That the applicant provides, prior to Bylaw Adoption, a Section 219 covenant, registered in priority of all other charges on title, that agrees: i. That the following will be provided and implemented to Bylaw No. 1000 standards to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior subdivision approval or the issuance of a building permit, whichever is first: - Full frontage improvements; and - A storm water management plan; ii. That a Construction Parking and Traffic Management Plan be provided to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to any alteration of the land; iii. That 2,298.7 m2 of the land shall be retained as open space, with a non disturbance covenant registered for 1,225.7 m2 of land in the southwest corner of 765 Latoria Road prior to subdivision approval; iv. That a landscape plan shall be provided at the time of development permit for the portion of open space intended to be re-planted; and v. That the site is in proximity to agricultural areas and the South Vancouver Island Rangers gun range, and that these may create general noise, odour, and other nuisances, and agree that the owner and all future owners assume all risk and annoyance of such nuisances.

CARRIED.

3. Application to Rezone 2848 and 2852 Millstream Road from CS1 (Service Commercial) to CC1 (City Centre Residential) to Allow a six storey, 60-unit apartment Building.

Staff Report (Planning)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council

1. Direct Staff to prepare a bylaw to amend the zoning designation of the properties located at 2848 and 2852 Millstream Road from CS1 (Service Commercial) to CC1 (Mixed-Use Residential Commercial 2) subject to the following terms and conditions:

a) That the applicant provides, as a bonus for increased density, the following contributions per residential unit, prior to the issuance of a building permit: i. $750 towards the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; and ii. $2,850 towards the General Amenity Reserve Fund.
Subject to reductions depending on the use and height in accordance with the Affordable Housing and Amenity Contribution Policy. b) That the applicant provides, prior to Public Hearing, the following: i. A technical memo from an engineer that verifies storm water can be adequately managed on-site for the proposed developments, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering; and c) That the applicant provides, prior to Bylaw Adoption, a Section 219 covenant, registered in priority of all other charges on title, that agrees to the following: i. That the following will be provided and implemented to Bylaw No. 1000 standards to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to the issuance of a building permit: 1. Full frontage improvements; 2. A storm water management plan; and 3. A construction parking management plan. ii. That the building be strata titled into individual residential units prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit; iii. That the required parking stalls for this development are allocated for the use by individuals in each unit, as required by Bylaw 300 and designed accordingly, and that parking stalls are not sold or rented out individually; and iv. That 100% of residential parking spaces, excluding visitor parking spaces, shall feature an energized outlet capable of providing Level 2 charging or higher to the parking space; and 1. Energized outlets shall be labelled for the use of electric vehicle charging; 2. Where an electric vehicle energy management system is implemented (load sharing), a qualified professional may specify a minimum performance standard to ensure a sufficient rate of electric vehicle charging; and 3. The owner is required to keep the Electric Vehicle Servicing Equipment (EVSE) in operation and the Strata Council may not prevent an owner, occupant, or tenant from installing the EV charging equipment.

2. Direct Staff to negotiate an agreement with the applicant regarding the proposed encroachment of staircases prior to First Reading of the bylaw, or require a redesign of the building prior to Public Hearing;

3. Authorize the Director of Planning to issue the setback variances listed in Table 3 within the Form and Character Development Permit for 2848 and 2852 Millstream Rd.

CARRIED.

Councillor Seaton, as a Member of the Seniors Low-Cost Housing Board, declared a conflict with respect to Bylaw No. 1958 and left the meeting at 7:30pm.

4. Bylaw No. 1958 - Application to Rezone 741 Station Avenue from RM4 (Apartment – Senior Citizens) to CC1 (City Centre) Zone to allow a six storey seniors rental apartment building with ground floor commercial space.

Staff Report (Planning)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council

1. Proceed with consideration of Bylaw No. 1958 to amend the zoning designation of 741 Station Avenue from the RM4 (Apartment – Senior Citizens) zone to CC1 (City Centre) zone subject to the following terms and conditions: a) That the applicant provides, prior to Public Hearing, the following: i. A technical memo from an engineer that verifies storm water can be adequately managed on-site for the proposed developments, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering. b) That the applicant provides, prior to Bylaw Adoption, a Section 219 covenant, registered in priority of all other charges on title, that agrees: i. That the following will be provided and implemented to Bylaw No. 1000 standards to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to the issuance of a building permit: a. Full frontage improvements; b. A storm water management plan; and c. A construction parking management plan. ii. That 100% of residential parking spaces, excluding visitor parking spaces, shall feature an energized outlet capable of providing Level 2 charging or higher to the parking space, and that: a. Energized outlets shall be labelled for the use of electric vehicle charging; b. Where an electric vehicle energy management system is implemented (load sharing), a qualified professional may specify a minimum performance standard to ensure a sufficient rate of electric vehicle charging; and c. The owner/tenant is required to keep the Electric Vehicle Servicing Equipment (EVSE) in operation and the Strata Council/landlord may not prevent an owner, occupant, or tenant from installing the EV charging equipment.

2. Waive the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and General Amenity Reserve Fund contributions;

3. Authorize the Director of Planning to issue the following variances within the Form and Character Development Permit for 741 Station Avenue: a) That Table 1 of Section 4.01.01 be varied to reduce the number of onsite parking stalls from the required 133 to 110; and b) That Table 2 of Section 4.01.01 be varied to reduce the number of onsite bicycle parking spaces for the residential use from the required 106 to 42.

4. Direct Staff to delete the RM4 (Apartment – Senior Citizens) Zone from Bylaw No. 300

CARRIED.

Councillor Seaton returned to the meeting at 7:32 pm.

5. Bylaw No. 1962 - Application to Rezone 2911 West Shore Parkway from Area 4 of the CD1 (Comprehensive Development 1 – Goldstream Meadows) Zone to Area 1 of the CD1 (Comprehensive Development 1 – Goldstream Meadows) Zone)

Staff Report (Planning)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council

1. Proceed with consideration of Bylaw No. 1962 as drafted.

CARRIED.

6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (selected)

• R. Hayward – Number of people not able to get through on the phone during Public Hearing.
• Caller unknown – Could not get through during Public Hearing.
• B. Armstrong, Rodney Rd – Speaking to Bylaw 1970. Asked if this been brought to Public Hearing. Asked to send it back to reduce the number of single-family homes, increase the greenspace and reduce the traffic in the area. Developers need to speak to residents.
• C. Hedon, Goldstream Ave – Speaking to Bylaw 1970. Echo the same concerns as Thetis Heights. Concerned about school capacity at Happy Valley, traffic issues, ability to accommodate proper sidewalks.
• L. Plomp, Whimfield Terr – Speaking to Bylaw No. 1970. Strong opposition citing lack of reasonable provision of details before the Planning Committee and concern about multiple proposals pending in the immediate area. Concerns about continued blasting, noise and dust, lack of greenspace and buffers.
• B. McClean, Station Ave – Speaking to Bylaw No. 1958. (Councillor Seaton left the meeting at 7:45 pm due to previously declared conflict; returned at 7:47 p.m.)
• C. Piasentin, Whimfield Terr – Expressed concerns to Bylaw 1970 regarding traffic impact on Latoria, limited sidewalks, lack of commitment from developer for sidewalks, safety, traffic load, and deforestation concerns.
• L. Plomp, Whimfield Terr – Also spoke in favour of Bylaw No. 1958 (Station Ave) as the kind of development Langford residents are looking for.
• M. Van den Broek, Rason Rd – Could not get through to Public Hearing.

7. NOTICE OF INTENT

a) DVP18-0017 - 2786 Wenger Terr

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Development Variance Permit No. DVP18-0017 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Ron Coutre on behalf of Mike and Martin Meszaros to accommodate the retention of the existing single-family dwelling on proposed Lot A and the future construction of a new single-family dwelling on proposed Lot B following subdivision of the property located at 2786 Wenger Terrace subject to the following terms and conditions:

1. Variances

The following regulations of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 are varied under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:

a) That Subsection 6.20.06(1)(c) be varied to reduce the exterior side setback from the required 3.5 m to 1.5 m for proposed Lot B;

b) That Subsection 6.20.06(1)(d) be varied to reduce the interior side setback from the required 1.5 m to 1.2 m for proposed Lot A;

c) That the Table in Subsection 4.01.02 to reduce the length of a driveway stall from the required 5.5m to 4.28 m for proposed Lot A

CARRIED.

b) DVP20-0012 - 920 & 930 Reunion Ave

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Development Variance Permit No. DVP20-0012 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Ledcor Property Investments Ltd on behalf of Belmont Lot 4 LP and Belmont Lot 5 LP to allow visitor parking to be located off site for two multi family residential developments at 930 and 920 Reunion Ave 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 are varied under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:

   d) That Section 4.01.05(1) of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 be varied to allow visitor parking to be located off-site;

3. Conditions

   The following requirements are imposed under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:

   i. That the maximum number of units for proposed Lots 4 and 5 does not exceed 200;
   ii. That the applicant provides a detailed parking plan verifying all 28 stalls may be accommodated on Lot 6, prior to DVP issuance; and
   iii. That the applicant registers an easement over Lot 6 in favour of Lots 4 and 5 securing the visitor parking in perpetuity, and includes the City of Langford as a signatory, prior to the issuance of Building Permit on Lots 4 or 5.

CARRIED.

c) DVP20-0016 - 2716 and 2720 Strathmore Rd

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Development Variance Permit No. DVP20-0016 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Niall Patiel, Keycorp Planning Incorporated on behalf of Rick Genovese and Robert Klein, 1199599 BC Ltd. to reduce the amount of landscaping along an interior side property line from the required 1.0m to 0.3 m to allow for the construction of a multi-family building at 2716 and 2720 Strathmore Road subject to the following terms and conditions:

1. Variances

The following regulations of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 are varied under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:

a) That Section 3.21.02(2) of Zoning Bylaw No.300 be varied to reduce the width of landscaping required along an interior side property line for buildings within a multi-family residential zone from 1.0 m to 0.3 m.

2. Conditions

The following requirements are imposed under Section 498 of the Local Government Act:

a) That the site is developed in accordance with the landscape plan and rooftop amenity plan attached to this report as Appendix A; and;
b) That the applicant provides $10,000 towards the City’s General Amenity Fund to be used to acquire or improve park and open space in the City Centre, prior to DVP issuance.

CARRIED.

8. REPORTS

a) Open Burning Spring 2021

Staff Report (Fire Rescue)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL

That Council:

1. Continue the suspension of the open burning policy due to COVID-19, but continue to allow campfires and host a Community Cleanup Day as an alternative to burning for 0.5 acre lots or greater until the Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 is declared over.

Opposed:
Councillor Stewart

Councillor Sahlstrom

Councillor Seaton

DEFEATED

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SEATON

That Council:

1. Make no changes to the open burning policy at this time and allow the current burn period to occur.

Opposed:
Councillor Blackwell

Councillor Szpak

CARRIED.

b) Technical Rescue Services Agreement

Staff Report (Fire Rescue)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SEATON

That Council:

1. Direct the Mayor and CAO to sign the Technical Rescue Services Agreement between the City of Langford and the City of Colwood, Township of Esquimalt and Town of View Royal.

CARRIED.

c) School District 62 Protocol Agreement

Staff Report (Administration)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL

That Council:

1. Approve the proposed Protocol on Cooperation and Partnership and direct the Mayor to sign on behalf of Council.

CARRIED.

d) Bylaw No. 1972; Application to Amend the Zoning Designation of 2749 Jacklin Road from the RM2 (Attached Housing) zone to the CC1 (City Centre) zone;

Staff Report (Planning)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council:

1. Proceed with consideration of Bylaw No. 1972 to amend the zoning designation of the property located at 2749 Jacklin Road from the RM2 (Attached Housing) zone to the CC1 (City Centre 1) zone subject to the following terms and conditions:

   a) That Council waive the requirement for a Public Hearing in accordance with Sec. 464(2) of the Local Government Act;

   b) That Council waive amenity contributions for the 50-unit residential development proposed with this application, provided that it is developed as non-market housing by the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation, and otherwise that the owner provide as a bonus for increased density amenity contributions in accordance with Council Policy as prescribed in Bylaw No. 1972;

   c) That Bylaw No. 1972 include a site-specific exception to the minimum frontage required for a use other than a townhouse use in the CC1 Zone;

   d) That the applicant provides, prior to third reading of Bylaw No. 1972, the following: i. A technical memo from an engineer that verifies storm water can be adequately managed on-site for the proposed developments, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering.

   e) That the applicant provides, prior to third reading of Bylaw No. 1972, a Section 219 covenant, registered in priority of all other charges on title, that agrees: i. That the following will be provided and implemented to Bylaw No. 1000 standards to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to the issuance of a building permit: a. Full frontage improvements on Jacklin Road; b. A storm water management plan; and c. A construction parking management plan. ii. That 100% of residential parking spaces, excluding visitor parking spaces, shall feature an energized outlet capable of providing Level 2 charging or higher to the parking space, and that; a. Energized outlets shall be labelled for the use of electric vehicle charging; b. Where an electric vehicle energy management system is implemented (load sharing), the Director of Engineering may specify a minimum performance standard to ensure a sufficient rate of electric vehicle charging; and c. The owner/tenant is required to keep the Electric Vehicle Servicing Equipment (EVSE) in operation and the Strata Council/landlord may not prevent an owner, occupant, or tenant from installing the EV charging equipment f) That the applicant provides, prior to bylaw adoption, road dedication adjacent to Jacklin Road to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

CARRIED.

e) Proposed Changes to Council Meetings;

Staff Report (Administration)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM

That Council:

1. Approve the cancellation of the April 6th, May 3rd, May 17th, and June 7th, 2021 Council meetings; and
2. Hold a Special Meeting of Council on May 10th, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. in City of Langford Council Chambers.

CARRIED.

9. BYLAWS

a) BYLAW NO. 1938

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 604, (630 Strandlund Ave), Bylaw No. 1938, 2021”.
Staff Report (Planning) (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council adopt Bylaw No 1938.

CARRIED.

b) BYLAW NO. 1944

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 608, (Zoning Bylaw 300 Definitions), Bylaw No. 1944, 2021".
Staff Report (Planning) (FIRST READING)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council give First Reading to Bylaw No. 1944 as drafted.

CARRIED.

Councillor Blackwell declared a perceived conflict and left the meeting at 8:08 pm.

c) BYLAW NO. 1955

“Langford Official Community Plan Bylaw, Amendment No. 42, (2207 Millstream Rd), Bylaw No. 1955, 2021”.
(SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM

That Council give Bylaw No. 1955 second and third readings.

CARRIED.

d) BYLAW NO. 1951

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 613, (2207 Millstream Rd), Bylaw No. 1951, 2021”.
(SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SEATON

That Council give Bylaw No. 1951 second and third readings.

CARRIED.

Councillor Blackwell returned to the meeting 8:09 pm.

e) BYLAW NO. 1953

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 615, (BP3 (Business Park 3 – Amy Rd), Bylaw No. 1953, 2021”.
(SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR STEWART

That Council give Bylaw No. 1953 second and third readings.

CARRIED.

Councillor Seaton left the meeting at 8:10 pm.

f) BYLAW NO. 1958

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 618, (741 Station Ave), Bylaw No. 1958, 2021".
(FIRST READING)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL

That Council give Bylaw No. 1958 first reading.

CARRIED.

Councillor Seaton returned to the meeting at 8:11 pm.

g) BYLAW NO. 1959

“Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 1700, 2017 Amendment No. 3, 2021".
(ADOPTION)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SAHLSTROM

That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1959.

CARRIED.

h) BYLAW NO. 1961

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 619, (780 & 830 McCallum Rd, 2371 City Gate Boulevard), Bylaw No. 1961, 2021”.
(SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR STEWART

That Council give Bylaw No. 1961 second and third readings.

CARRIED.

i) BYLAW NO. 1968

“Sidewalk Use Bylaw No. 1917, Amendment No. 1, Bylaw No. 1968, 2021”.
(ADOPTION)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council adopt Bylaw No. 1968.

CARRIED.

j) BYLAW NO. 1970

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 622, (757 and 765 Latoria Rd), Bylaw No. 1970, 2021”.
(FIRST READING)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK

That Council give Bylaw No. 1970 first reading.

CARRIED.

k) BYLAW NO. 1972

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 623, (2749 Jacklin Rd), Bylaw No. 1972, 2021”.
(FIRST READING)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL

That Council give Bylaw No. 1972 first reading.

CARRIED.

l) BYLAW NO. 2021

"City of Langford Road Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2021, 2021."
(ADOPTION)

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BALCKWELL

That Council adopt Bylaw No. 2021.

CARRIED.

10. IN-CAMERA RESOLUTION

THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) c, e, and k of the Community Charter to consider:

• labour relations or other employee relations;
• 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;
• 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.

MOVED BY:
COUNCILLOR SZPAK
SECONDED:
COUNCILLOR BLACKWELL

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 labour relations or other employee relations; 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; information that is prohibited, or information that if it were presented in a document would be prohibited, from disclosure under section 21 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; and receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; under Section 90 (1) (c) (e) and (k) of the Community Charter.
b) That Council continue the meeting in closed session.

CARRIED.

11. ADJOURNMENT

Acting Mayor Wade adjourned the meeting at 9:36 pm.

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