Regular Council

THAT Council approve the agenda as amended by adding one (1) item under item 14 In Camera Resolution: • Section 90 (1) (a) personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality; AND THAT notice be waived in accordance with section 127 (4) of the Community Charter.

THAT Council adopt the recommendations for each item of the Consent Agenda as presented.

WHEREAS the City of Langford does not operate a municipal garbage collection service, for residential and commercial pick up; waste collection is currently managed by private contractors and is non-mandatory; AND WHEREAS overflowing garbage cans in public and shared spaces contribute to health risks, unsightliness, and negative environmental impacts; AND WHEREAS improperly managed waste can attract wildlife, including bears, posing risks to both public safety and animal welfare; AND WHEREAS residents and visitors have raised concerns about litter accumulation and inadequate waste management in high-traffic areas; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to prepare a report outlining potential options to address and reduce overflowing garbage cans in public areas, including but not limited to: • A data comparison of overflowing public waste receptacles over the past 5 years; • Assessing the current maintenance and servicing of public waste receptacles in parks, streetscapes, and transit stops; • Reviewing potential partnerships with private waste service providers or supplementing with City staff to enhance collection in key locations; • Options for an interim increase in level of service for existing public waste receptacles; • Options for an increase in quantity or capacity/design change for public waste receptacles and recycling bins to reduce wildlife attraction and discourage the illegal practice of dumping household waste; • Considering public awareness or signage initiatives to encourage responsible waste disposal and to minimize wildlife encounters; • Supporting community-level pride and responsibility through education, volunteer programs, or beautification campaigns, in partnership with community organizations; and • Exploring enhanced enforcement options, such as increased bylaw presence, fines for illegal dumping or littering, and signage to support compliance. AND THAT Council direct staff to explore options for a municipal waste management service, grant funding or regional collaboration opportunities, and report back with recommendations for short-term improvements and long-term strategies that support greater solid-waste diversion and reduction.

Resolution from June 21, 2025: THAT Council support, in principle, a five year, $100,000 per year financial contribution to Thrive to support the Foundry West Shore locating at the 777 Station Avenue Site; AND That Council express its willingness to consider alternative locations should negotiations for a lease-to-own arrangement at 777 Station Avenue be unsuccessful; AND That Council direct staff to bring forward the necessary contribution agreement for approval; AND That Mayor or staff are to write a letter to West Shore municipalities to consider providing a similar financial contribution.

Resolution from June 21, 2025: THAT Council appoint Councillor Szpak as the second City of Langford CRD Representative.

THAT Council close the meeting at 8:20 pm to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) (a), (e), (g), (i) and (2) (b) of the Community Charter to consider: • personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality; • 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; • litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality; • the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; • the consideration of information received and held in confidence relating to negotiations between the municipality and a provincial government or the federal government or both, or between a provincial government or the federal government or both and a third party.

THAT Council adjourn the meeting at 9:40 pm.