MeetingsWed, Feb 22, 20233h 58m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Gave first, second and third reading to Sewer Utility Bylaw amendment, 6% user-rate increase; SCRF frozen; Morley opposed.
- Approved amended Attainable Home Ownership Program; directed staff to add rental rules; interim: ≥10% units 10% below market.
- Gave first, second and third reading to Hotel Room Tax Requisition Bylaw renewing a 2% hotel tax.
- Adopted rezoning allowing a six-storey, 106-unit building at 825–845 Orono Avenue (adoption).
- Adopted rezoning enabling a six-storey, 67-unit building at 640–644 Granderson Road (adoption).
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Referred the Attainable Housing program discussion to Committee of the Whole.
9.1 · Attainable Housing Policy
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by WagnerApproved the Attainable Home Ownership policy as amended and directed staff to draft rental requirements.
9.1 · Attainable Housing Policy
Vote 7–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by SzpakAmended the policy to require a minimum three-person household for three-bedroom units.
9.1 · Attainable Housing Policy
Vote 5–2Opposed: Goodmanson, SzpakMoved by Harder, seconded by WagnerAmended the policy to include health care employees as eligible applicants.
9.1 · Attainable Housing Policy
Moved by Wagner, seconded by SzpakApproved the BC Hydro statutory right of way and authorized Mayor and CAO to execute.
9.2 · BC Hydro Statutory Right of Way
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by HarderResolved not to divest the trolleys at this time.
9.3 · Trolley Disposition
Vote 6–1Opposed: GuiryMoved by Wagner, seconded by YacuchaAuthorized submission of the FireSmart Community Funding application and staff grant management.
9.4 · FireSmart Community Funding Support Application
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by GuiryApproved committee terms of reference, appointed councillors to advisory committees, and directed staff to advertise.
9.6 · Committee Terms of Reference
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by GuiryAdopted the zoning bylaw amendment for 640 and 644 Granderson Road.
10.1 · Bylaw NO. 2016 (Background report attached) "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 648, (640 and 644 Granderson Road), Bylaw No. 2016, 2021". (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by HarderAdopted the zoning bylaw amendment for 825, 829, 833 and 845 Orono Avenue.
10.2 · Bylaw NO. 2060 (Background report attached) "Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 669, (825, 829, 833, 845 Orono Avenue), Bylaw No. 2060, 2022". (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Harder, seconded by GuiryGave first, second and third readings to the sewer utility bylaw amendment.
10.3 · Bylaw NO. 2113 (Background report attached) "Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 6, Bylaw No. 2113, 2023". (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 6–1Opposed: MorleyMoved by Szpak, seconded by HarderGave first, second and third readings to the Station Avenue fees and charges bylaw amendment.
10.4 · Bylaw NO. 2119 (Background report attached) "Station Avenue Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2010, Amendment No. 1, 2023". (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by WagnerGave first, second and third readings to the hotel room tax requisition bylaw.
10.5 · Bylaw NO. 2124 (Background report attached) "Hotel Room Tax Requisition Bylaw No. 2124". (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by WagnerIssued a development variance permit for 960 Latoria Road with specified conditions.
8.1 · DVP22-0006 - 960 Latoria Rd
Moved by Harder, seconded by Szpak
Agenda
28 items · select one for details, debate and documents
Summary
The City's territorial acknowledgement was read.
Summary
Mayor Goodmanson called the meeting to order.
Summary
Council approved the agenda with edits to item 6.1.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the agenda with edits to item 6.1.
Summary
Two presentations were received: Vancouver Island South Film & Media Commission and South Island Mountain Bike Society.
Motions (2)
Vancouver Island South Film & Media Commission - Kathleen Gilbert, Film Commissioner (presentation)
South Island Mountain Bike Society - Yvonne Mendel, Director of Advocacy (presentation)
Summary
Presentation on the state of the film industry in Langford and the region.
Documents (1)
Presentation by the Vancouver Island South Film & Media Commission outlining film activity on Vancouver Island South, economic impacts, career pathways and sustainability initiatives.
Vancouver Island South Film & Media Commission - Kathleen Gilbert, Film Commissioner
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Page 3–14Welcome to Hollywood Island
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Page 3–14IMAGINE FILMING ON VANCOUVER ISLAND SOUTH
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Page 3–14Just some of the shows we landed in 2021
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Page 3–14We put heads in beds!
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Page 3–14What the Commission Does
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Page 3–14Direct Spending 2010-2021
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Page 3–14Careers in Film Industry
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Page 3–14High paying sustainable employment
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Page 3–14REEL GREEN: Working towards a sustainable industry
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Page 3–14Our Focus in 2023
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Page 3–14THANKS TO OUR AMAZING MUNICIPAL PARTNERS
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Page 3–14Summary
Presentation regarding mountain-bike trail advocacy and programs.
Documents (1)
Municipal presentation by the South Island Mountain Bike Society (slides/images included) promoting mountain biking activities and local advocacy (slides are part of the presentation packet).
South Island Mountain Bike Society - Yvonne Mendel, Director of Advocacy
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Page 3–14Welcome to Hollywood Island
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Page 3–14IMAGINE
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Page 3–14Just some of the shows we landed in 2021
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Page 3–14We put heads in beds!
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Page 3–14What the Commission Does
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Page 3–14Direct Spending 2010-2021
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Page 3–14Careers in Film Industry
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Page 3–14High paying sustainable employment
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Page 3–14REEL GREEN: Working towards a sustainable industry
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Page 3–14Our Focus in 2023
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Page 3–14THANKS TO OUR AMAZING MUNICIPAL PARTNERS
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Page 3–14Summary
Members of the public addressed Council on multiple agenda items (housing policy, minutes accuracy, trolleys, committees, etc.).
Who spoke (19)
- Tanya Sunshine (Langvista Drive)Concerned · Attainable housing
Urges a review of the attainable housing program and suggests partnering with housing organizations or directing funds toward permanently affordable cooperative or rental housing. - Lisa Foxall (Players Drive)Concerned · Committees and trolleys
Asks for transparency about a staff training session, recognition of former committee volunteers, and fair committee appointments; supports keeping the trolleys. - Bernadette Armstrong (Rodney Road)Mixed · Accessible trails and attainable housing
Requests accessible trails and Langford residency and employment criteria for attainable housing applicants from outside the city. - Mike Morton (Phelps Avenue)Concerned · Committee terms of reference
Asks how council chose the new committee structure, membership, and selection criteria, and why experienced volunteers were dismissed without public discussion. - Patsy Hamilton (Branderson Road)Asks · Meeting minutes
Requests that meeting minutes reflect concerns about the future character and atmosphere of the Station Street arts district. - Reneth Lewey (Bellamy Road)Supports · Committees and trolleys
Supports restoring the previous committee structure and keeping the trolleys, with transit routes serving Langford as the city grows. - Sandy SeifertOpposes · Committee terms of reference
Opposes replacing five longstanding committees with two, and asks council to preserve experienced volunteer participation and reconsider the vague committee mandates. - Michael SunshineMixed · Housing, Hydro, trolleys, and wildfire funding
Opposes the attainable housing policy as drafted, praises the Hydro line relocation, suggests repurposing trolleys, and urges wildfire prevention funding. - Wendy Hobbes (Luxton Road)Supports · Committee terms of reference
Supports opening committees to new applicants, saying long-serving members limited opportunities for other residents. - A residentSupports · Committee terms of reference
Supports the proposed two-committee structure as a fair way to welcome new community members and broaden opportunities to serve. - Siena Geary (Bear Mountain Parkway)Mixed · Fire services and trolleys
Supports more funding for wildfire and municipal fire services, then supports selling the trolleys after reviewing their feasibility. - Mike Wignal (Sullivan Road)Concerned · Committees and sewer fees
Questions committee selection criteria and asks for a detailed review of sewer costs, contract returns, and proposed fee increases. - Norman Joel (Walfred Place)Supports · Hydro easement, committees, and trolleys
Supports the Hydro easement and stadium expansion, retaining the former committees, and keeping the trolleys. - Malcolm McNaughton (Gannett Court)Supports · Attainable housing
Supports the attainable housing program as an economical rental tool, welcoming broader residency criteria and future discussion of rental policy. - Nicholas Joel (Walfred Place)Supports · Trolleys and committees
Supports retaining trolleys for students and local travel, and asks council to value relevant expertise and public input in committee appointments and road design. - Sarah Plank (Goldstream Avenue)Mixed · Housing, Hydro, trolleys, and committees
Urges housing support for lower-income residents, asks for Hydro cost transparency, favors preserving public trolley uses, and supports the interim committee structure. - Christina Ravold (Glenlake Road)Mixed · Meeting minutes, Hydro, and committees
Requests corrected minutes before adoption, supports the Hydro easement, and urges committee consultation and clear qualifications for appointments. - Hans Fredrikson (Viola Place)Supports · Hydro easement, trolleys, and committees
Supports the Hydro easement and keeping at least one trolley, and asks that committee members have a stake in Langford. - Dev Solstrom (Walfred Road)Supports · Trolleys
Supports keeping at least one trolley, suggesting service on Goldstream or Station Avenue as an iconic Langford feature.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Motions (1)
THAT Council at 8:19 pm extend the public participation until everyone has spoken.
Summary
Council considered adoption of the minutes from prior meeting(s).
Summary
Council approved the minutes of the Feb 6, 2023 meeting.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the minutes of the meeting of Council held on February 6, 2023.
Documents (1)
Official minutes for the Council meeting held Feb 6, 2023, recording attendance, public hearings, motions, reports, bylaw readings, in-camera decision and adjournment.
Minutes of the Council Meeting - February 6, 2023
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Page 15–301. TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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Page 15–302. CALL TO ORDER
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Page 15–303. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
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Page 15–304. PRESENTATIONS
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Page 15–305. PUBLIC HEARINGS - Part 1 of 2
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Page 15–305. PUBLIC HEARINGS - Part 2 of 2
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Page 15–306. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
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Page 15–307. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES
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Page 15–308. COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS
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Page 15–309. OTHER BOARD AND COMMISSION MINUTES
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Page 15–3010. NOTICES OF INTENT
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Page 15–3011. REPORTS
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Page 15–3012. BYLAWS
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Page 15–3013. IN CAMERA RESOLUTION
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Page 15–3014. RISE and REPORT
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Page 15–3015. ADJOURNMENT
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Page 15–30Summary
Council received minutes from other boards and commissions.
Summary
Council received the West Shore Parks and Recreation Board minutes from Jan 19, 2023.
Motions (1)
THAT Council receive the minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation meeting held on January 19, 2023.
Documents (1)
Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board meeting held January 19, 2023, including departmental reports, aquatics presentation and budget process updates.
West Shore Parks and Recreation Board Meeting - January 19, 2023 (Minutes)
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Page 31–37CALL TO ORDER
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Page 31–37APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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Page 31–37APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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Page 31–37PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
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Page 31–37CHAIR’S REMARKS
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Page 31–37STANDING COMMITTEES
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Page 31–37OLD BUSINESS
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Page 31–37NEW BUSINESS
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Page 31–37FOR INFORMATION - Part 1 of 2
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Page 31–37FOR INFORMATION - Part 2 of 2
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Page 31–37IN CAMERA
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Page 31–37ADJOURNMENT
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Page 31–37Summary
Notices of intent were considered.
Summary
Council issued Development Variance Permit DVP22-0006 for 960 Latoria Road subject to conditions.
Location
960 Latoria Rd
Motions (1)
That Development Variance Permit No. DVP22-0006 be issued by Council for the City of Langford to Jayson Wight and Charlotte Milne to reduce front, rear, and interior lot line setbacks at 960 Latoria Road subject to the terms and conditions listed in the minutes.
Documents (1)
Notice of Intent and Development Variance Permit documentation for DVP22-0006 proposing reduced setbacks for an agricultural accessory structure at 960 Latoria Road.
Development Variance Permit DVP22-0006 – 960 Latoria Road
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Page 38–40Notice of Intent
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Page 38–40Correspondence (Scanned Letter)
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Page 38–40Summary
Council considered several staff reports including housing policy, rights of way, trolley disposition, and committee terms of reference.
Summary
Council approved amendments to the Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy and directed staff to prepare further amendments addressing purpose-built rental requirements.
Motions (5)
THAT Council refer the Attainable Housing program discussion to a Committee of the Whole meeting with consideration of Councillor Wagner's concerns.
THAT Council 1. Approve Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy POL-O166-Plan as amended; and 2. Direct staff to prepare a further amendment to the Policy to add requirements for purpose-built rental buildings for Council's consideration, and review individual proposals on a case-by-case basis in the interim provided they meet a benchmark of including at least 10% of the units in a building for at least 10% below market rent.
THAT Council amend the policy Section 1. b. v. - Three bedroom unit: Minimum two (2) person household, one of which must be a dependent amended to Three bedroom unit: Minimum three (3) person household, one of which must be a dependent.
THAT Council amend the policy Section 1. c. - Applicant(s) shall be a resident ... be amended to include; employees of Health Care.
THAT Council extend the meeting until 11:30 pm. or end of business.
Documents (2)
Status update and proposed amendments to the Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy, including recommended increases to household income thresholds, grant percentages and consideration of a rental-stream option.
Staff Report: Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy Update
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Page 41–48BACKGROUND
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Page 41–48COMMENTARY - Part 1 of 2
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Page 41–48COMMENTARY - Part 2 of 2
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Page 41–48FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 41–48LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 41–48OPTIONS
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Page 41–48SUBMITTED BY
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Page 41–48The formal Attainable Home Ownership Program policy (POL-0166-PLAN) documenting eligibility, unit specifications, administrative requirements, occupancy/resale restrictions and grant amounts.
Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy (POL-0166-PLAN) — Policy Attachment
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Page 49–521. Criteria for Applicants
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Page 49–522. Construction Requirements and Specifications for Unit Types
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Page 49–523. Administrative Requirements
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Page 49–524. Occupancy and Resale Restrictions for the First Five (5) Years of Ownership
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Page 49–525. Grant Amounts
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Page 49–526. Attainable Home Ownership Program Application Process
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Page 49–527. Reporting
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Page 49–528. Review
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Page 49–52Summary
Council approved the Statutory Right of Way documents for BC Hydro and authorized execution by the Mayor and CAO/Corporate Officer.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the Statutory Right of Way as attached and authorize the Mayor and CAO or Corporate Officer to execute the documents, subject to minor amendments as may be necessary.
Documents (1)
Report recommending the granting (and related advertisement and Council approval) of a statutory right of way to BC Hydro over lands adjacent to Starlight Stadium where high-voltage transmission lines are located.
Staff Report: Grant of Statutory Right of Way to BC Hydro
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Page 53–55Summary
Council decided not to divest the trolleys at this time.
Motions (1)
THAT Council does not divest the trolleys at this time.
Documents (1)
Report concerning the disposition of a City-owned trolley (surplus asset) with recommended next steps for disposal or transfer.
Staff Report: Trolley Disposition
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Page 56–58BACKGROUND
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Page 56–58COMMENTARY
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Page 56–58FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 56–58LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 56–58OPTIONS
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Page 56–58Summary
Council resolved to submit an application to the FireSmart Community Funding & Supports Program and authorized staff to manage the grant if successful.
Motions (1)
That Council resolves that the City shall submit an application to the Community Resilience Investment Program - FireSmart Community Funding & Supports Program supporting the proposed activities and willingness for staff to provide overall grant management.
Documents (1)
Request for Council support to submit an application for FireSmart community funding to enhance wildfire resilience and community preparedness.
Staff Report: FireSmart Community Funding Support Application
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Page 59–61BACKGROUND
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Page 59–61COMMENTARY
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Page 59–61FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 59–61LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 59–61OPTIONS
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Page 59–61SUBMITTED BY
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Page 59–61Summary
Council rescinded previous Deputy Corporate Officer appointments for four named individuals.
Motions (1)
THAT Council rescind the appointments of each of WillYing-udomrat, Michelle Mahovlich, Michael Dillabaugh and Matthew Baldwin as Deputy Corporate Officer.
Documents (1)
Report recommending the appointment of a Deputy Corporate Officer for the City, outlining authority, responsibilities and the effective date.
Staff Report: Deputy Corporate Officer Appointment
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Page 62–64BACKGROUND
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Page 62–64COMMENTARY
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Page 62–64OPTIONS
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Page 62–64SUBMITTED BY
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Page 62–64Summary
Council approved new terms of reference, appointed councillors to two advisory committees, and directed staff to post public committee positions.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the proposed terms of reference in form and content included with this report, excepting minor changes; AND That Council appoint Councillor Wagner, Councillor Szpak, and Councillor Guiry, to the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee; AND That Council appoint Councillor Morley, Councillor Yacucha, and Councillor Harder, to the Community Advisory Committee; AND That Council direct staff to post the committee positions to the City's website and in the Goldstream Gazette for interested members of the community to apply.
Documents (1)
Proposed Terms of Reference for interim committees of Council, including an expression of interest process for citizen appointments and proposed committee schedule.
Staff Report: Committee Terms of Reference
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Page 65–71BACKGROUND
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Page 65–71COMMENTARY
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Page 65–71FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 65–71LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 65–71OPTIONS
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Page 65–71COMMITTEE TERMS OF REFERENCE
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Page 65–71Summary
Council considered several bylaws for adoption or readings.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2016 (Langford Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 648) for 640 and 644 Granderson Road.
Location
640 Granderson Road
644 Granderson Road
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2016.
Documents (1)
Bylaw No. 2016 to amend the Langford Zoning Bylaw regarding properties at 640 and 644 Granderson Road; background report attached and (as listed) adoption action on the agenda.
Staff Report to Council
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Page 72–77BACKGROUND
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Page 72–77COMMENTARY
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Page 72–77LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
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Page 72–77OPTIONS
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Page 72–77SUBMITTED BY
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Page 72–77CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 72–77Schedule A
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Page 72–77Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2060 (Langford Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 669) for properties on Orono Avenue.
Location
825 Orono Avenue
829 Orono Avenue
833 Orono Avenue
845 Orono Avenue
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2060.
Documents (1)
Bylaw No. 2060 to amend the Langford Zoning Bylaw for properties located at Orono Avenue; background report attached and (as listed) adoption action on the agenda.
BYLAW NO. 2060 — Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 669 (825, 829, 833, 845 Orono Avenue)
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Page 78–83Staff Report to Council
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Page 78–83CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 78–83Summary
Council gave first, second and third reading to Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 6 (Bylaw No. 2113, 2023).
Motions (1)
THAT Council give Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 6, Bylaw No. 2113, 2023 first, second and third reading.
Documents (1)
Bylaw No. 2113 proposing amendments to the Sewer Utility Bylaw; listed for first, second and third readings on the agenda.
BYLAW NO. 2113 — Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 6 (2023)
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Page 84–88CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 84–88SCHEDULE B
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Page 84–88Summary
Council gave first, second and third reading to Bylaw No. 2119 (Station Avenue Fees and Charges amendment).
Motions (1)
THAT Council give first, second and third reading to Bylaw 2119.
Documents (1)
Bylaw No. 2119 to amend Station Avenue Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2010, listed for readings on the agenda.
BYLAW NO. 2119 — Station Avenue Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2010, Amendment No. 1 (2023)
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Page 89–92CITY OF LANGFORD
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Page 89–92Schedule A
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Page 89–92Summary
Council gave first, second and third reading to Hotel Room Tax Requisition Bylaw No. 2124, 2023.
Motions (1)
THAT Council give first three readings to "Hotel Room Tax Requisition Bylaw No. 2124, 2023"
Documents (1)
Bylaw No. 2124 establishing a hotel room tax requisition; listed for readings on the agenda.
BYLAW NO. 2124 — Hotel Room Tax Requisition Bylaw No. 2124
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Page 93–96Staff Report to Council
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Page 93–96BYLAW NO. 2124
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Page 93–96Appendix: Accommodation Sector in Support of Municipal and Regional District Tax Form
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Page 93–96Summary
Council moved to close the meeting to the public under sections 90(1)(e), (g) and (i) of the Community Charter to consider land acquisition/disposition, litigation matters, and solicitor-client privileged advice.
Motions (1)
THAT Council close the meeting to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) (e), (g) and (i) of the Community Charter to consider: the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements; litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality; the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.
Summary
Council adjourned the meeting at 12:25 a.m.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adjourn the meeting.