MeetingsMon, Apr 15, 20242h 55m2022–2026 Council
Regular Council
Summary
- Gave first, second and third readings to 2024 Financial Plan and set 2024 tax rates (Bylaws 2167, 2168).
- Gave first, second and third readings to Bear Mountain parcel-tax amendment; new rate $0.4662/m² (Bylaw 2157).
- Adopted rezoning to allow a six‑storey apartment at 982–988 Bray Avenue; amenity and housing contributions required (Bylaw 2019).
- Directed staff to raise Attainable Home Ownership income thresholds, broaden residency; Yacucha, Morley, Harder opposed (Attainable Program).
- Gave first, second and third readings to extend temporary tree protection until Dec 31, 2024 (Bylaw 2179).
Decisions
What council voted on, in agenda order.
Allowed proceeding with rezoning 824–838 Goldstream Ave subject to listed conditions.
9.1.1 · 824-838 Goldstream Ave Rezoning
Moved by Szpak, seconded by GuiryIssued the development variance permit for 3405 Happy Valley Rd with conditions.
10.1 · DVP23-0006 - 3405 Happy Valley Rd
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by GuiryReceived urban forest report and gave first, second and third readings to extend tree protection.
11.1 · Update on the Urban Forest Management Plan AND Temporary Extension of Tree Protection Bylaw (Bylaw No. 2179)
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by YacuchaDirected staff to explore structural options for the Attainable Home Ownership Program.
11.2 · Attainable Housing Ownership Policy Update
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by WagnerDirected staff to prepare policy amendments raising income thresholds by 3.7% and broadening residency.
11.2 · Attainable Housing Ownership Policy Update
Vote 4–3Opposed: Harder, Morley, YacuchaMoved by Szpak, seconded by WagnerAwarded the RCMP IPD advisory contract to Colliers and authorized Mayor and CAO to sign.
11.3 · RCMP Facilities Expansion Project - IPD Advisory Services Contract Award
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by MorleyAdopted the zoning amendment for 982–988 Bray Avenue.
12.1 · Bylaw NO. 2019 - Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 706 (982, 984, 986, 988 Bray Avenue) (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by YacuchaAdopted omnibus zoning housekeeping amendments.
12.2 · Bylaw NO. 2082 - Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 679 (Omnibus No. 60) (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by GuiryGave first, second and third readings to the Bear Mountain Parkway Extension cost recovery amendment.
12.3 · Bylaw NO. 2157 - Bear Mountain Parkway Extension Cost Recovery Bylaw Amendment No. 1 (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Harder, seconded by MorleyGave first, second and third readings to the zoning amendment for 960 Jenkins Avenue.
12.4 · Bylaw NO. 2161 - Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 713 (960 Jenkins Avenue) (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by GuiryGave first, second and third readings to the zoning amendment for 902 Walfred Road.
12.5 · Bylaw NO. 2162 - Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 714 (902 Walfred Road) (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by YacuchaGave first, second and third readings to the 2024–2028 financial plan and 2024 tax rates.
12.6 · Bylaw NOS. 2167 & 2168 - City of Langford 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2167 and Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2168 (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Moved by Yacucha, seconded by GuiryAdopted the revenue anticipation borrowing bylaw.
12.7 · Bylaw NO. 2177 - Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 2177, 2024 (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by MorleyAdopted the alternative municipal tax collection scheme bylaw.
12.8 · Bylaw NO. 2178 - City of Langford Alternative Municipal Tax Collection Scheme Bylaw No. 2178, 2024 (Adoption)
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by WagnerGave first, second and third readings to amend the tree protection bylaw.
12.9 · Bylaw NO. 2179 - Tree Protection Bylaw 2136, 2023, Amendment No. 1, 2024 (First, Second AND Third Readings)
Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Guiry
Agenda
30 items · select one for details, debate and documents
Summary
Mayor Goodmanson called the meeting to order.
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Councillor Szpak read the City's territorial acknowledgement.
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Meeting conduct rules were read aloud.
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Council approved the meeting agenda as presented.
Motions (1)
THAT Council approve the agenda as presented.
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Two presentations were received: Urban Forest (Diamond Head Consulting) and Arts Centre Accessibility (Juan de Fuca Performing Arts Centre Society).
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Diamond Head Consulting presented the State of the Urban Forest and the Urban Forest Management Plan.
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Juan de Fuca Performing Arts Centre Society presented an accessibility and inclusion study.
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Members of the public provided input on tree protection, attainable housing, the financial plan and other items.
Who spoke (9)
- A residentAsks · Previous meeting conduct
Asks council leaders to apologize for allowing abusive conduct during a previous council meeting. - Arnold (Ravensview Drive)Asks · Project agreement and attainable homeownership
Asks for clarification on a project's no-go process, partner voting rules, and proposed changes to the attainable homeownership program. - Sandy SeifertOpposes · Tree bylaw and financial plan
Opposes extending the temporary tree bylaw and challenges the proposed tax increase as unsupported and harmful to residents. - Lisa Foxhall (Langford)Opposes · Financial plan and tax increase
Opposes the proposed tax increase, citing financial strain on seniors, renters, families, and local businesses. - Wendy HawesAsks · Council minutes, financial plan, and sidewalks
Requests corrections to the meeting minutes and questions the tax increase, sidewalk priorities, and limited public input on city plans. - Tara Cadeau (Glen Willow Place)Asks · 960 Jenkins rezoning
Requests preservation of mature Douglas firs at 960 Jenkins and more neighborhood green space during redevelopment. - Scott Perry (Glennike Road)Opposes · Tree bylaw
Opposes extending the temporary tree bylaw, arguing Langford's 48% tree canopy makes the restriction unnecessary. - S. Roth Sander (Langford)Opposes · Financial plan and YMCA funding
Questions additional YMCA funding, arguing the funding would add to residents' tax burden despite rising YMCA revenues and memberships. - L Plomp (Winfield Terrace)Mixed · Urban forest, housing policy, and financial plan
Supports continued urban-forest planning and the tax increase, and asks that attainable-homeownership assistance include West Shore first responders.
Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.
Summary
Council adopted the recommendations on the consent agenda (adopt/receive minutes as listed).
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt the recommendations for each item of the Consent Agenda as presented.
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No items were removed from the consent agenda for consideration.
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Committee resolutions were presented from the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee.
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Council reviewed resolutions from the SDAC meeting of April 8, 2024.
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Council proceeded with consideration of Bylaw No. 2166 to rezone 824, 832 and 838 Goldstream Ave to CCP subject to specified conditions (dedication, covenants, frontage works, tree protection, bonus contributions, design requirements and variances).
Location
824 Goldstream Ave
832 Goldstream Ave
838 Goldstream Ave
Motions (1)
THAT Council: .1. Proceed with consideration of Bylaw No. 2166 to amend the zoning designation of the properties located at 824, 832, and 838 Goldstream Avenue from the One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) Zone and the District Commercial (C3) Zone to the City Centre Pedestrian (CCP) Zone, subject to the following terms and conditions: [detailed conditions including $10.75/m2 bonus contribution, road dedication, registration of Section 219 covenants, frontage improvements, tree protection, consolidation of properties, design requirements, variances to parking and setback requirements, and waiver of Public Hearing].
Documents (1)
Proponent presentation by Metropolitan Hospitality outlining the TownePlace by Marriott hotel proposal for 824–838 Goldstream Ave, covering ownership, design principles, amenities, sustainability, and anticipated economic benefits.
HOTEL DEVELOPMENT ON GOLDSTREAM AVENUE (Presentation)
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Page 41–55Introduction
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Page 41–55Ownership and Management Group
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Page 41–55Zoning - City Centre (CC1) Zone
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Page 41–55Site Analysis
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Page 41–55Development Principles for Proposed Hotel
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Page 41–55TownePlace by Marriott — Proposed Amenities
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Page 41–55Settle in and make yourself at Home
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Page 41–55City Towne Map
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Page 41–55Environmental Sustainability
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Page 41–55Economic Statistics
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Page 41–55Site Layout
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Page 41–55Additional Visuals / Renderings
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Page 41–55Summary
Notices of intent were presented (including a development variance notice).
Summary
Council issued DVP23-0006 to vary the minimum length of road requiring two access routes for a 13‑lot subdivision at 3405 Happy Valley Rd, subject to conditions including a temporary turnaround secured to the satisfaction of the Fire Chief.
Location
3405 Happy Valley Rd
Motions (1)
That Development Variance Permit No. DVP23-0006 be issued by Council for the City of Langford to Teckloch Homes Ltd. on behalf of Patrick Stephenson to vary the minimum length of road requiring two access routes available to emergency vehicles for a 13-lot subdivision at 3405 Happy Valley Road; 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 Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1000 be varied pursuant to section 498 of the Local Government Act: a) That section 4.17.1 be varied by increasing the minimum length of road requiring two access routes available to emergency vehicles from 305 m to 370 m, subject to: (i) That a temporary turnaround is constructed and secured to the satisfaction of the Fire Chief, prior to subdivision approval.
Summary
Staff reports on urban forest, attainable housing policy, and RCMP facilities expansion were considered.
Summary
Council received the State of the Urban Forest report and agreed to give Bylaw No. 2179 first, second and third readings to extend tree protection.
Motions (1)
THAT Council: 1. Receive the State of the Urban Forest Report and Phase I Engagement Summary for information; AND 2. Consider giving first, second and third readings to City of Langford Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2179, 2024.
Documents (1)
Update on Phase I of the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP), presentation of State of the Urban Forest report and Phase I engagement summary, and recommendation to extend the interim Tree Protection Bylaw by adoption of Bylaw No. 2179 with a new repeal date of Dec 31, 2024.
Staff Report to Council - Update on the Urban Forest Management Plan AND Temporary Extension of Tree Protection Bylaw (Bylaw No. 2179)
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Page 58–60OPTIONS
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Page 58–60Summary
Council directed staff to prepare amendments to the Attainable Home Ownership Policy (increase income thresholds by 3.7% and expand residency area) and to explore structural options for the program; the primary amendment motion passed with three councillors opposed.
Motions (2)
THAT Council Direct staff to explore options to adjust the structure of the Attainable Home Ownership Program and prepare a report to outline any viable options for Council's consideration.
THAT Council: 1. Direct staff to prepare an amendment to Policy POL-0166 - PLAN (Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy) with the following amendments: a. Adjust the maximum household income threshold by increasing the current amounts by 3.7%. b. Adjust the residency criteria by permitting applicants to qualify if they have lived or worked in Langford or within Sooke, Metchosin, Colwood, View Royal or Highlands for at least the past 6 months. c. Specify that the down payment grant is only provided to qualified applicants that meet the current residency criteria.
Summary
Council awarded the IPD Advisory Management Services contract for the RCMP Facilities Expansion Project to Colliers and authorized the Mayor and CAO to sign the agreement.
Motions (1)
THAT Council award the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Advisory Management Services contract for the RCMP Facilities Expansion Project to Colliers Project Leaders; AND THAT Council authorize the Mayor and the Chief Administrative Officer, or designate, to sign the Agreement for Services contract with the proponent for this work.
Summary
Multiple bylaws were considered for adoption or readings, including zoning amendments, financial plan and tax rates, and tree protection.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2019 to amend zoning related to 982–988 Bray Avenue.
Location
982 Bray Avenue
984 Bray Avenue
986 Bray Avenue
988 Bray Avenue
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2019.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2082 (Omnibus housekeeping zoning amendments).
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2082.
Summary
Council gave first, second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2157 (Bear Mountain Parkway Extension cost recovery amendment).
Motions (1)
THAT Council give first, second and third readings to Bear Mountain Parkway Extension Cost Recovery Bylaw Amendment No. 1, Bylaw No. 2157, 2024.
Summary
Council gave first, second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2161 for 960 Jenkins Avenue.
Location
960 Jenkins Avenue
Motions (1)
THAT Council give Bylaw No. 2161 first, second and third readings.
Summary
Council gave first, second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2162 for 902 Walfred Road.
Location
902 Walfred Road
Motions (1)
THAT Council give Bylaw No. 2162 first, second and third readings.
Summary
Council gave first, second and third readings to the 2024–2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2167 and Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2168.
Motions (1)
THAT Council give City of Langford 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2167, 2024 first, second and third readings; and Give City of Langford Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2168, 2024 first, second and third readings.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2177 (Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw).
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2177.
Summary
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2178 establishing an alternative municipal tax collection scheme.
Motions (1)
THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2178.
Summary
Council gave Bylaw No. 2179 first, second and third readings to amend the Tree Protection Bylaw.
Motions (1)
THAT Council give Bylaw No. 2179 first, second and third readings.
Summary
Council adjourned at 9:54 pm.
Motions (1)
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:54 pm.