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MeetingsMon, Oct 6, 20252h 04m2022–2026 Council

Regular Council

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Summary

  • Gave first, second and third readings to 10-year tax exemptions for seniors' housing and YMCA (Bylaw 2241)
  • Gave first, second and third readings to two-year tax exemptions for Gordon Church, Primary Care clinic, VCM (2249)
  • Gave first, second and third readings to revitalization tax exemption amendment updating parcels and assessment method (2240)
  • Directed staff to submit UBCM SPF grant for asset management plan; City will manage grant and fund overruns
  • Approved four-year cooperation protocol with Sooke School District 62; Mayor authorized to sign (Protocol)

Decisions

What council voted on, in agenda order.

6 decisions
  • Gave first, second and third readings to permissive tax exemption bylaws.

    9.1.2 · Permissive Tax Exemptions

    Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
  • Directed staff to apply for a UBCM grant and commit to cover any cost overruns.

    10.1 · UBCM Strategic Priorities Fund Grant Application for Asset Management Plan

    Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by Yacucha
  • Approved the four-year protocol with School District 62 and directed the Mayor to sign.

    10.2 · Proposed Protocol Agreement between the City and School District 62

    Vote 7–0Moved by Wagner, seconded by Guiry
  • Gave first, second and third readings to the revitalization tax exemption bylaw for industrial development.

    11.1 · Bylaw NO. 2240 "City of Langford Revitalization Tax Exemption for Industrial Development Bylaw No. 2006, 2021, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2240, 2025" (First, Second AND Third Readings)

    Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
  • Gave first, second and third readings to tax exemption bylaw for seniors' housing and athletics.

    11.2 · Bylaw NO. 2241 "Tax Exemption for Seniors' Supportive Living Housing and Public Athletic Facilities Bylaw No. 2241, 2025" (First, Second AND Third Readings)

    Vote 7–0Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder
  • Gave first, second and third readings to the permissive tax exemption bylaw amendment.

    11.3 · Bylaw NO. 2249 "City of Langford Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2147, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2249, 2025" (First, Second AND Third Readings)

    Moved by Yacucha, seconded by Harder

Agenda

24 items · select one for details, debate and documents

Summary

The Mayor called the meeting to order.

call to order

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The City Territorial Acknowledgement was read.

territorial acknowledgement

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Meeting conduct rules were read aloud.

meeting rules

Summary

Council approved the agenda as presented.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by C. Harder

THAT Council approve the agenda as presented.

agenda approval

Summary

Presentations were received by Council.

presentation

Summary

Watt Consulting presented the Traffic Master Plan and Active Transportation Plan Phase 2.

trafficactive transportationpresentation

Summary

Members of the public spoke during the public participation period.

Who spoke (2)

  • A residentConcerned · Transportation plan costs and local priorities
    Urges council to disclose costs and prioritize near-term local traffic, speeding, sidewalk, and safety needs over a distant plan.
  • A residentSupports · Road widening and transportation infrastructure
    Urges immediate road widening and sustained pressure on provincial and federal governments to address congestion and blocked highway access.

Summarized from the meeting video. Names use checked registry spellings; unconfirmed names appear as “A resident”.

public participation

Summary

Council adopted the recommendations for items on the Consent Agenda.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by C. Harder

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

consent agendaminutes

Summary

Council received the WSPRS Board minutes of June 12, 2025.

Documents (1)

Adopted minutes of the West Shore Parks & Recreation Society Board meeting covering attendance, reports (operations, programs, aquatics, facilities), public participation, and an in-camera motion.

Meeting date: Thursday, June 12, 2025; Location: FieldhouseAttendance: Directors Kimberley Guiry, Leslie Anderson, Shelly Donaldson, Dean Jantzen, Alison MacKenzie; staff listedPublic participation items included changeroom and locker operational issues and interest in a JDF café and galleryOperational updates: maintenance (ice plant, Q Centre), new pickleball courts nearing completion, horticulture and field renovationsPrograms: partnerships (PlayForever Breakfast Hoops), increased aquatics courses and lifeguard training; new 'no cell phones in hot zones' policyPickleball court grand opening on June 13 notedIn-camera motion pursuant to section 1.(1)(c) labour relations or other employee relations; meeting adjourned at 8:34 PM
Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society

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CALL TO ORDER

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APPROVAL OF AGENDA

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APPROVAL OF MINUTES

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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

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CHAIR’S REMARKS

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DELEGATIONS

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STANDING COMMITTEES

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NEW BUSINESS

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OLD BUSINESS

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CORRESPONDENCE

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FOR INFORMATION - Part 1 of 2

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FOR INFORMATION - Part 2 of 2

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

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IN CAMERA

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ADJOURNMENT

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minutesWSPRS

Summary

Council adopted the minutes of the September 15, 2025 meeting.

minutesadopt

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Council received the draft Community Advisory Committee minutes of September 29, 2025.

minutescommunity advisory

Summary

No items were removed from the Consent Agenda.

consent agenda

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Committee resolutions were presented; see subitems for details.

committee resolutions

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Council received committee resolutions for consideration; see specific resolutions below.

community advisoryresolutions

Summary

Council received the West Shore RCMP Bi-Annual Report for information.

Documents (1)

Bi-annual policing report for the West Shore detachment covering operational priorities, file counts, crime and traffic statistics, community engagement and program highlights for the first half of 2025.

Reporting period: January 1 to June 30, 2025APP priority areas: Organized Crime & Drug Trafficking; Road Safety (distracted driving & speeding); Property Crime (theft & shoplifting); Mental Health Crisis Response; Youth & Indigenous Community RelationsTotal files attended: 12,886 in H1 2025 vs 12,477 in H1 2024 (+3.17%)Notable: one fatal collision on the Trans Canada Highway near 6 Mile Road in View RoyalCommunity breakdown: Langford accounted for ~59.72% of paid resources and ~56.57% of calls for service; statistics provided for Colwood, View Royal, Metchosin, Highlands, Songhees Nation, Esquimalt NationStatistics include changes in drug offences, property crime categories (break and enters, frauds, shoplifting), mental-health-related files, collisions, impaired driving charges, tickets and warningsCommunity engagement highlights: 242 school attendances by CIPU in H1 2025 (30 calls for service at schools, 212 liaison/engagement visits); restorative justice diverted 24 individuals (6 youth)
West Shore RCMP — Bi‑Annual Report (January 1 to June 30, 2025)

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Annual Performance Plan (APP) priorities

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Summary — First half (Jan 1 to Jun 30), 2025

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Paid resources and calls for service by community (Jan 1 to Jun 30, 2025)

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Langford

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Colwood

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View Royal

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Metchosin

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Highlands

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Songhees Nation

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Esquimalt Nation

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Community & Youth Engagement

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Notable Investigations

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RCMPreportinformation

Summary

Council moved to consider giving first, second and third readings to Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaws Nos. 2241 and 2249.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council consider giving first, second, and third reading to City of Langford Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2241, 2025 as presented; AND THAT Council consider giving first, second, and third reading to City of Langford Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2249, 2025 as presented.

Documents (3)

Staff report describing six permissive tax exemption applications (one new, five renewals) for the 2026 taxation year, legal/financial implications, options for Committee/Council and related draft bylaws (Bylaw 2241 and Bylaw 2249).

Report date: Monday, September 29, 2025; Department: FinanceCouncil must adopt bylaw on or before October 31 for exemptions to take effect in the following yearSix applications received for the 2026 tax year (one new, five renewals) covering seniors' housing, assisted living, public athletic facility, churches and non-profit health/community servicesExamples of applicants: Royal Canadian Legion (753 Station Avenue), M’Akola Housing Society (817 Goldstream Avenue), YMCA-YWCA (multiple Westhills addresses), Victoria Conservatory of Music (unit 210–1314 Lakepoint Way)Staff projection: if all six properties granted permissive exemptions, projected value of general municipal property taxes in 2026 ≈ $400,000Bylaws referenced: Bylaw No. 2241 (10-year permissive tax exemption) and Bylaw No. 2249 (amendment to Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2147, 2023)Options provided for Committee: recommend readings of bylaws as presented, with amendments, or take no action
Staff Report to Community Advisory Committee — Permissive Tax Exemptions

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OPTIONS

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SUBMITTED BY

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Attachments

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Tabular appendix listing applicants, assessed values, classes and projected 2026 municipal and total tax exemptions for each property being considered for permissive exemption.

Table columns include roll number, applicant, address, 2025 assessment, class, 2026 projected general municipal tax exemption and 2026 projected total tax exemptionLine items include: Royal Canadian Legion (753 Station Ave) assessment $18,916,000; M'Akola Housing Society (817 Goldstream Ave) assessment $16,910,000; YMCA-YWCA group of units assessment $33,632,504Projected 2026 general municipal tax exemption total shown as $397,941Projected 2026 total tax exemption shown as $789,931Individual projected municipal exemptions examples: Royal Canadian Legion $58,566; M'Akola $52,356; YMCA-related entry $267,230
Attachment 2 — 2025 Permissive Tax Exemptions (projection table) - Part 1 of 2

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Attachment 2 — 2025 Permissive Tax Exemptions (projection table) - Part 2 of 2

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Application package and supporting documentation from the Royal Canadian Legion (Prince Edward Branch #091) requesting a 10‑year permissive tax exemption for land occupied by Alexander Mackie Lodge, including a June 17, 2025 request letter, application form, insurance certificate and audited financial statements.

Applicant: Royal Canadian Legion, Prince Edward Branch #091 requesting 100% property tax reduction for property at 753 Station AvenueRequest dated: June 17, 2025 — requesting a 10-year exemption for 2026–2035 (application text indicates 10-year term; cover references 2026–2036 in letter header)Property use: Alexander Mackie Lodge assisted living complex (128 suites) operated by Western Communities Seniors Low Cost Housing Society under leaseFinancial highlights from submission: Current Assets $3,017,013; Total Assets $19,467,572; Current Liabilities $910,073; Long Term Debt $7,062,847; Net Equity $11,494,621 (figures provided in application)Branch community contributions noted ~ $100,000 annually (donations, programs, emergency shelter capability)Attachments include Certificate of Insurance and independent auditors' report and financial statements (auditor: Baker Tilly Victoria Ltd.)
Attachment 3 — Permissive Tax Exemption Application: Royal Canadian Legion, Prince Edward Branch #091 (Alexander Mackie Lodge) — 753 Station Avenue

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Letter — Royal Canadian Legion Prince Edward Branch #091 to City of Langford

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City of Langford — Permissive Tax Exemption Application Form (extracted content)

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Alexander Mackie Lodge Info

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Branch Organizational Chart

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Certificate of Insurance — Royal Canadian Legion Branch #91

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Royal Canadian Legion Prince Edward (British Columbia No. 91) Branch — Financial Statements

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permissive tax exemptionbylaw

Summary

Staff reports were presented and acted on as noted in subitems.

reports

Summary

Council directed staff to submit a UBCM grant application for development of the City's Asset Management Plan and committed to fund any cost overruns.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by M. Wagner

THAT Council direct staff to submit a grant application to UBCM's Strategic Priorities Fund — Capacity Building Stream for the Council supported development of the City's Asset Management Plan and Financial Plan for Asset Management; AND THAT Council commits the City to providing overall grant management, and that the City will be responsible for funding any cost overruns.

UBCMgrantasset management

Summary

Council approved a four-year Protocol on Cooperation and Partnership with Sooke School District 62 and directed the Mayor to sign.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by M. Wagner

THAT Council approve the proposed Protocol on Cooperation and Partnership between the City of Langford and Sooke School District 62 for a four-year term and direct the Mayor to sign on behalf of Council.

protocolSchool District 62partnership

Summary

Council considered bylaw readings; see subitems for details.

bylawtax exemptionrevitalization

Summary

Council gave first, second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2240 (revitalization tax exemption for industrial development).

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council give first, second and third readings to City of Langford Revitalization Tax Exemptions for Industrial Development Bylaw No. 2006, 2021, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2240, 2025.

bylaw2240revitalizationtax exemption

Summary

Council gave first, second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2241 (permissive tax exemption).

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council give first, second and third readings to City of Langford Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2241, 2025 as presented.

bylaw2241permissive tax exemption

Summary

Council gave first, second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2249 (permissive tax exemption amendments).

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council give first, second and third readings to City of Langford Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2147, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2249, 2025 as presented.

bylaw2249permissive tax exemption

Summary

Council adjourned the meeting at 9:05 pm.

Motions (1)

PassedMoved by K. Yacucha

THAT Council adjourn the meeting.

adjournment