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MeetingsTue, Sep 2, 20251h 53m2022–2026 Council

Regular Council

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Summary

  • Directed staff to submit UBCM grant for new community centre at 1100 Jenkins Ave; City will fund overruns.
  • Issued a development variance permit reducing off‑street parking for units 101, 113, 123 at 834 McCallum Road (DVP25-0002).
  • Endorsed Climate Action Plan RFP scope, adding green infrastructure to the City infrastructure section.
  • Repealed the Proclamation Policy and adopted a new policy that stops issuing proclamations; Mayor Goodmanson and Wagner opposed.
  • Renamed Ernhill Park to Winnie Sifert Park; directed staff to arrange family naming ceremony before December 15, 2025.

Decisions

What council voted on, in agenda order.

9 decisions1 with opposition
  • Replaced park naming policies with a new policy and applied textual amendments.

    8.1.2 · Park Naming Policy

    Vote 6–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
  • Renamed Ernhill Park to Winnie Sifert Park and directed staff to arrange a naming ceremony.

    8.1.2 · Park Naming Policy

    Vote 6–0Moved by Harder, seconded by Wagner
  • Adopted the park amenity sponsorship and donation policy with staff authority to suggest alternative locations.

    8.1.3 · Park Amenity Sponsorship and Donation Policy

    Vote 6–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
  • Issued a variance to reduce parking requirements for three units at 834 McCallum Road.

    10.1 · DVP25-0002 - 834 McCallum Rd

    Vote 6–0Moved by Guiry, seconded by Szpak
  • Endorsed the Climate Action Plan RFP scope, adding inclusion of green infrastructure.

    11.1 · Climate Action Plan RFP

    Vote 6–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by Szpak
  • Adopted the servicing officer designation bylaw.

    12.1 · Bylaw NO. 2247 "City of Langford Servicing Officer Designation Bylaw No. 2247, 2025" (Adoption)

    Vote 6–0Moved by Szpak, seconded by Harder
  • Adopted a new proclamation policy replacing the previous policy.

    8.1.1 · Proclamation Policy

    Vote 4–2Opposed: Goodmanson, WagnerMoved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
  • Adopted the Heart of the City policy as presented.

    8.1.4 · Heart of the City Policy

    Vote 6–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
  • Authorized UBCM grant for a community centre at 1100 Jenkins/3020 Glen Lake; City funds overruns.

    11.2 · UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund Grant Application

    Vote 6–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by Harder

Agenda

23 items · select one for details, debate and documents

Summary

Formal start of the meeting.

Summary

Territorial acknowledgement was read.

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Meeting conduct rules were read for the record.

Summary

Council approved the agenda as amended (moved Notice of Motion from item 9 to item 5).

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by C. Harder

THAT Council approve the agenda as amended by moving item 9, Notice of Motion to become item 5 and renumber the remainder accordingly.

agenda

Summary

Members of the public addressed Council on several agenda items during the public participation period.

public input

Summary

Council adopted the listed consent agenda minutes.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by M. Wagner

THAT Council adopt the recommendations for each item of the Consent Agenda as presented: Minutes of the Council Meeting - August 18, 2025 (ADOPT); Draft Minutes of the Community Advisory Committee Meeting - August 26, 2025 (RECEIVE).

minutesconsent

Summary

No items were removed from the consent agenda.

Summary

Committee resolutions from advisory committees were considered (see subitems).

committee

Summary

Resolutions transmitted from the Community Advisory Committee were considered (see subitems).

Community Advisory Committee

Summary

Council repealed the old Proclamation Policy and replaced it with POL-0181-ADMIN.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council repeal "Proclamation Policy" (POL-0027-ADMIN) and replace it with City of Langford "Proclamation Policy" (POL-0181-ADMIN) as presented.

Documents (2)

Staff recommend repealing the existing Proclamation Policy (POL-0027) and replacing it with POL-0181-ADMIN, under which the City would no longer issue proclamations due to reconciliation considerations, perceived legal risks, and staff resource impacts.

Recommendation: repeal POL-0027-ADMIN and replace with POL-0181-ADMIN (proposed policy: 'The City of Langford does not issue proclamations')Main reasons: reconciliation and Indigenous consultation concerns; BC Human Rights Tribunal precedent and perceived legal risk; staff resource constraintsExamples: municipalities ceasing proclamations include Abbotsford, White Rock, West Vancouver, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge, Port Moody; Burnaby paused proclamations in 2023Attachments: Appendix A – Current Proclamation Policy; Appendix B – Proposed Proclamation Policy
Staff Report: Proclamation Policy – Proposed Repeal and Replacement

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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BACKGROUND

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COMMENTARY

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

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LEGAL IMPLICATIONS

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STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

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OPTIONS

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ATTACHMENTS

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Appendix A reproduces the current POL-0027 Proclamations policy (1993); Appendix B provides the draft replacement POL-0181-ADMIN stating the City will not issue proclamations.

Appendix A: DISTRICT OF LANGFORD Policy No. POL-0027 (Proclamations), dated February 15, 1993Appendix B: POL-0181-ADMIN proposed text: 'The City of Langford does not issue proclamations.'These appendices support the staff recommendation to repeal and replace the current proclamation policy
Appendices: Proclamation Policy (Appendix A & B)

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Appendix A: DISTRICT OF LANGFORD — POLICY NO.: 0630.00.001

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Appendix B: PROCLAMATION POLICY — Council Policy: POL- 0181-ADMIN

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proclamationpolicy

Summary

Council repealed existing park naming policies and replaced them with POL-0183-PARK with specified amendments; Council also waived postponement of a Notice of Motion and subsequently renamed Ernhill Park to "Winnie Sifert Park".

Motions (3)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council repeal City of Langford "Park Naming Policy" (POL-0120-PARK) and "Policy for Naming Trail Sections" (POL-0121-PARK) and replace them with City of Langford "Parks Naming Policy" (POL-0183-PARK) with the following amendments: a) By deleting section 5(a) ii (1) and replacing it with the following: City staff may put forward in the report the name(s) of deceased persons to be considered by Council, with a description of the contributions made to the City during the individual(s) lifetime; b) By deleting 5(a) ii (3) (a); c) By amending 5(a) ii (4) to replace "the individual or their family (if the individual is passed)" with "the individual's family".

PassedMoved by C. Harder

THAT Council waive the postponement of the Notice of Motion respecting the naming of Ernhill Park to allow the motion to be considered at the meeting of today, September 2, 2025.

PassedMoved by C. Harder

WHEREAS on December 5, 2022, Council considered a recommendation to name the Kettle Creek Linear Park and Playground after former Councillor Winnie Sifert in recognition of her long service to the City of Langford. AND WHEREAS Council determined that any decision regarding the naming of this park should be deferred until after the adoption of an amended or new park naming policy and that adoption has now occurred. AND WHEREAS a more suitable park has been identified to be named given its proximity to Winnie Sifert's neighbourhood, NOW THEREFORE, I move that Council rename Ernhill Park to "Winnie Sifert Park" and direct staff to work with former Councillor Sifert's family on a formal naming ceremony to be held prior to December 15, 2025.

Documents (2)

Staff propose repealing the existing Park Naming Policy (POL-0120) and Policy for Naming Trail Sections (POL-0121) and replacing them with POL-0183-PARK to introduce Indigenous engagement, public consultation options, and updated naming guidelines.

Recommendation: repeal POL-0120-PARK and POL-0121-PARK and adopt POL-0183-PARKNew policy includes three naming pathways: First Nations Engagement (gifted names), Person of Significance to the City, and Public Engagement optionsPolicy emphasizes collaboration with Local First Nations and lists Local First Nations to engage (e.g., Esquimalt, Malahat, Pauquachin, Sc'ianew, Songhees, Tsartlip, Tsawout, Tseycum)Attachments noted: Appendix A (current Park Naming Policy), Appendix B (Policy for Naming Trail Sections), Appendix C (proposed Parks Naming Policy)
Staff Report to Community Advisory Committee - Part 1 of 2

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Staff Report to Community Advisory Committee - Part 2 of 2

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Collection of current and proposed parks naming policy documents: current POL-0120 (park naming), POL-0121 (naming trail sections), and the proposed POL-0183-PARK (detailed proposed replacement).

Appendix A: Current PARK NAMING POLICY (Policy No. 6440-20) - guidelines emphasizing adjacent street/neighbourhood names and donor namingAppendix B: Policy for Naming Trail Sections (1999) - indicates surnames only for trail sectionsAppendix C: Proposed POL-0183-PARK (full text) outlines purpose, applicability, definitions, naming processes, public engagement options, and repeal of prior policies
Appendices: Park Naming Policies (Appendix A, B & C)

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DISTRICT OF LANGFORD — Policy No. 6440-20

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DISTRICT OF LANGFORD — POLICY NO. St80*00

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PARKS NAMING POLICY — Council Policy: POL-0183-PARK

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park namingpolicy

Summary

Council adopted POL-0182-PARK with an amendment to allow staff to evaluate and suggest alternative locations if a requested park location for an amenity is unsuitable.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council adopt the City of Langford "Park Amenity Sponsorship and Donation Policy" (POL-0182-PARK) with the following amendments: a. If individuals or groups request a specific location or park for sponsoring a bench or other amenities, the City will evaluate the request to assess its suitability. If the proposed location is deemed unsuitable, City staff will provide alternative location options for benches and amenities.

Documents (2)

Staff propose a Park Amenity Sponsorship and Donation Policy (POL-0182-PARK) to formalize bench sponsorships, bench donations, and specialized amenity donations, set terms and guidelines, and clarify tax receipt practices.

Recommendation: adopt POL-0182-PARK to formalize bench sponsorship/donation and other amenity donationsProgram structure: sponsorships/donations typically include a 10-year term for benches and specialized amenitiesTax receipts: charitable tax receipts would be issued for specialized park amenity donations (not for simple plaque sponsorships)Constraints: Veterans Memorial Park sponsorship restricted to veterans and immediate family; park department to set donation amounts considering 10-year maintenance
Staff Report: Park Amenity Sponsorship and Donation Policy

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Staff Report to Community Advisory Committee

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Full text of the proposed Park Amenity Sponsorship and Donation Policy (POL-0182-PARK) detailing program types, procedures, general guidelines, donation conditions, and renewal processes.

Policy elements: Park Bench Sponsorship (plaque only, no tax receipt), Park Bench Donation (new bench with plaque, 10-year term), Specialized Park Amenity Donation (e.g., playgrounds; charitable tax receipt issued)Renewal process: approximately 6 months before end of the 10-year term, Parks Department will contact donor for renewalOperational note: donated items become City property and remain for public use; Director may remove plaques inconsistent with City values
Appendix: Park Amenity Sponsorship and Donation Policy (POL-0182-PARK)

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1) PURPOSE

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2) BACKGROUND

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3) PROGRAMS

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4) PARK BENCH SPONSORSHIP

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5) PARK BENCH DONATIONS

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6) SPECIALIZED PARK AMENITY DONATIONS

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7) GENERAL GUIDELINES

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8) DONATION CONDITIONS

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sponsorshipdonationpolicy

Summary

Council adopted the Heart of the City Policy (POL-0184-ADMIN) as presented.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council adopt the City of Langford "Heart of the City Policy" (POL-0184-ADMIN) as presented.

Documents (1)

Staff present a proposed 'Heart of the City' policy (POL-0184-ADMIN) to establish a formal process for conferring a civic honour (akin to 'freedom of the municipality') on distinguished individuals or units, with options and potential budget implications.

Authority: references section 158 of the Community Charter to confer freedom of the municipalityRecommendation: adopt POL-0184-ADMIN to create a Heart of the City recognition framework and associated processesFinancial implication: potential additional costs not currently budgeted in the Five-Year Financial PlanIntent: recognize significant community contributions and provide ceremonial/recognition benefits
Staff Report to Community Advisory Committee

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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BACKGROUND

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COMMENTARY

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

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LEGAL IMPLICATIONS

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STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

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OPTIONS

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policyHeart of the City

Summary

A notice of motion was presented regarding the renaming of Ernhill Park to "Winnie Sifert Park" contingent on park naming policy adoption (later acted upon under Committee Resolutions).

notice of motion

Summary

Notices of intent were considered (see subitems).

Summary

Council issued Development Variance Permit DVP25-0002 to reduce off-street parking requirements for specified units at 834 McCallum Road subject to conditions.

Location

834 McCallum Rd

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Guiry

THAT Development Variance Permit No. DVP25-0002 be issued by Council for the City of Langford to PC Urban (830 McCallum Road) Holdings Corp. to reduce the required amount of off-street parking for units 101, 113, 123 of 834 McCallum Road subject to the following terms and conditions: 1. Variances The following regulations of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 be varied pursuant to section 498 of the Local Government Act; a) That Table 1 of Section 4.01.01 be varied to reduce the off-street parking requirement for contractor services at units 101- 834 McCallum Road and 113 — 834 McCallum Road from the required 1 parking space per 45m2 of gross floor area to 1 parking space per 82m2 of gross floor area; and b) That Table 1 of Section 4.01.01 be varied to reduce the off-street parking requirement for a commissary kitchen at unit 123 — 834 McCallum Road from the required 1 parking space per 30m2 of gross floor area to 1 parking space per 119m2 of gross floor area.

Documents (1)

Development Variance Permit application DVP25-0002 for 834 McCallum Road proposing reductions to off-street parking requirements for specified units within the development.

Application: DVP25-0002 for 834 McCallum RoadProposed variances: reduce required parking for contractor services at units 101 and 113 (from 1 space per 45 m2 to 1 per 82 m2) and for a commissary kitchen at unit 123 (from 1 per 30 m2 to 1 per 119 m2)Agenda listing: referenced on agenda (10.1) with report location p.49
HEART OF THE CITY POLICY

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CITY OF LANGFORD

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Notice of Intent

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DVPparking variance

Summary

Staff reports were considered (see subitems).

Summary

Council endorsed the Climate Action Plan RFP scope with an amendment to include green infrastructure.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by M. Wagner

THAT Council endorse the Climate Action Plan RFP Scope of Work with the following modifications: a. That item 2 of the general scope of work as set out in the September 2nd, 2025, staff report to Council be amended by adding the words "including green infrastructure" following "City infrastructure".

Documents (1)

Report regarding the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the City’s Climate Action Plan, outlining procurement approach and recommended contract scope to update/advance the City's climate strategy.

Agenda item: 11.1 (Climate Action Plan RFP) listed at p.51Purpose: initiate RFP process to procure consultant services for a Climate Action PlanExpected outcome: selection of consultant and contract award to develop/implement update to City climate action work
Staff Report: Climate Action Plan – Request for Proposal - Part 1 of 2

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Staff Report: Climate Action Plan – Request for Proposal - Part 2 of 2

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RFPclimate

Summary

Council authorized staff to submit a UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund application for design and construction of a new Arts, Culture and Community Centre and committed the City to grant management and funding any cost overruns.

Location

1100 Jenkins Avenue

3020 Glen Lake Road

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by M. Wagner

THAT Council direct staff to submit a grant application to UBCM's Strategic Priorities Fund Capital Stream for the Council supported project for the design and construction of a new Arts, Culture and Community Centre at 1100 Jenkins Avenue/3020 Glen Lake Road and that Council commits the City to providing overall grant management, and that the City will be responsible for funding any cost overruns.

Documents (1)

Report recommending the City apply to the UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund for grant funding to support identified capital or strategic projects.

Agenda item: 11.2 (UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund Grant Application) listed at p.56Purpose: seek grant funding through UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund for eligible City projectsLikely includes: project description, funding request amount and required municipal contribution (details in full report)
Staff Report: UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund Grant Application for West Shore Parks and Recreation Art Studio Replacement Project

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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BACKGROUND

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PROJECT RATIONALE / ELIGIBILITY AND SCORING

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

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grantUBCMarts and culture

Summary

Bylaws for adoption were considered (see subitems).

Summary

Council adopted Bylaw No. 2247 (Servicing Officer Designation).

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by L. Szpak

THAT Council adopt "City of Langford Servicing Officer Designation Bylaw No. 2247, 2025".

Documents (1)

Text and adoption record for Bylaw No. 2247 (City of Langford Servicing Officer Designation Bylaw, 2025) presented for adoption.

Bylaw No.: 2247 (Servicing Officer Designation Bylaw), 2025Agenda reference: Bylaw 2247 scheduled for adoption under agenda item 12.1 (p.59)Action: listed as (ADOPTION) on the agenda
Bylaw: City of Langford Servicing Officer Designation Bylaw No. 2247, 2025

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bylawadoption

Summary

Council moved to a closed meeting pursuant to s.90(1)(a) of the Community Charter to consider personal information about an identifiable individual.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by C. Harder

THAT Council close the meeting at 8:54 pm to the public pursuant to section 90 (1) (a) 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.

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Summary

Council adjourned the meeting.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by C. Harder

THAT Council adjourn the meeting at 9:06 pm.

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