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Council Minutes - May 19, 2026 (7:00 p.m.)

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Council meeting minutes (May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM) covering RCMP policing priorities, public participation, consent agenda approvals, notices of intent (including a Temporary Use Permit for a cannabis retail store), various reports, and multiple bylaw readings/adoptions.

Key facts

  • Meeting called to order at 7:01 PM on May 19, 2026
  • Temporary Use Permit TUP26-0003 issued to Flight Cannabis Co. to operate at 101-977 Langford Parkway for a 36-month term (expires June 1, 2029)
  • Council amended a rezoning resolution for 3084-3096 Jacklin Road to modify bicycle parking wording
  • Council authorized entering into agreement with E-Comm 911 for police dispatch services and directed further reporting
  • Multiple bylaws given readings or adopted (e.g. Bylaw Nos. 2211, 2235, 2246, 2252, 2255, 2260, 2267, 2272, 2278, 2283)

Council Minutes - May 19, 2026 (7:00 p.m.)

Council Chambers & Electronic Meeting

PRESENT

  • Mayor S. Goodmanson
  • Councillor K. Guiry
  • Councillor C. Harder
  • Councillor M. Morley
  • Councillor M. Wagner

ABSENT

  • Councillor K. Yacucha

ATTENDING

  • D. Kiedyk, Chief Administrative Officer
  • B. Hutchins, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
  • M. Watmough, Director of Legislative & Protective Services
  • L. Stohmann, Director of Community Planning & Development
  • K. Balzer, Director of Engineering and Public Works
  • Y. Nielsen, Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities
  • C. Aubrey, Fire Chief
  • Supt. T. Gillespie, West Shore RCMP
  • K. Dube, Senior Manager of Information Technology and GIS
  • C. Staniforth, Manager of Budgets & Revenue
  • L. Zetaruk, Analyst
  • B. Boisvert, Legislative Services Administrative Coordinator

Meeting available by teleconference.

1. CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Goodmanson called the meeting to order at 7:01 pm.

2. TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Councillor Harder read the City of Langford's Territorial Acknowledgment.

3. MEETING CONDUCT RULES

M. Watmough, Corporate Officer, read the City of Langford's meeting conduct rules.

4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

MOVED BY: MORLEY
SECONDED: HARDER

THAT Council approve the agenda as amended by adding section 14. New Business, and item 14.1 Waiver of City of Langford By-Election before Adjournment and renumbering the remainder of the agenda accordingly.

Motion CARRIED.

5. PRESENTATIONS

5.1 RCMP Policing Priorities - (Approx. 20 min)

Supt. T. Gillespie presented the West Shore RCMP policing priorities for the City of Langford to Council.

6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

  • J. Bourcet, Woodsmere Holdings - re: Item 11.1 - The speaker expressed support for option 1 and assured Council that the development will do all it can to maximize bike storage.
  • J. Harris, Langford Resident - re: Item 11.2 - The speaker offered information regarding the status of the proposed application.
  • J. Strauss, Langford Resident - re: Item 11.2 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the proposed application.
  • L. Plomp, Langford Resident - re: Item 5 - The speaker expressed gratitude for West Shore RCMP policing priorities. The speaker expressed gratitude for the overall concern regarding safety issues. re: Item 11.2 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the proposed application. re: Item 9.1.1 - The speaker expressed gratitude for the new policy.
  • T. Sunshine, Langford Resident - re: Item 9.1.1 - The speaker expressed support for the new policy. re: Item 11.2 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the proposed application.

7. CONSENT AGENDA

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: MORLEY

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

  • Minutes of the Special Council Meeting - April 20, 2026 (ADOPT)
  • Minutes of the Council Meeting - April 20, 2026 (ADOPT)
  • Minutes of the Special Council Meeting - May 12, 2026_6pm (ADOPT)
  • Minutes of the Special Council Meeting - May 12, 2026_7pm (ADOPT)

Motion CARRIED.

8. CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

None were removed.

9. COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS

9.1 Community Advisory Committee Meeting Resolutions - April 28, 2026

9.1.1 Good Neighbour Policy

MOVED BY: MORLEY
SECONDED: HARDER

THAT Council adopt the proposed Good Neighbour Policy (POL-0186-ADMIN) as presented.

Motion CARRIED.

9.1.2 Statutory Officers Bylaw

MOVED BY: MORLEY
SECONDED: HARDER

THAT Council consider giving first, second and third readings to “Statutory Officers and Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 2260, 2026” as presented.

Motion CARRIED.

10. NOTICES OF INTENT

10.1 TUP26-0003 - #101-977 Langford Parkway

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Temporary Use Permit No. TUP26-0003 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford to Flight Cannabis Co. to operate a non-medical cannabis retail store at 101-977 Langford Parkway), subject to the following terms and conditions, and notwithstanding Sec. 3.02.02(5) of Zoning Bylaw No. 300:

  1. Conditions
    a) Exterior walls shall be treated in a manner and colour that is consistent with other parts of the building which the business occupies. If the non-medical cannabis retail store occupies a standalone building, then the exterior of the building will exhibit colours from a muted, earth tone palette with contrasting accent colours for windows, trim and doors. Bold or vivid colours that are intended to be distinctive and eye catching (e.g.: lime green or fire engine red) may be used on signage, but not on the building façade or trim to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Planning and Development Services;
    b) All windows shall be opaque or constructed with spandrel panels behind. Windows and spandrels may not be embellished with any form of imagery;
    c) Security devices, such as window bars or roll shutters, shall be deployed on the inside of doors or windows so as to be unobtrusive and invisible from the street;
    d) The applicant shall provide security measures associated with the premises from which the non-medical cannabis retail store will operate in accordance with the applicant’s proposal in response to the City of Langford Request for Proposal for the Retail Sales of Cannabis and Cannabis Related Products (RFP), as determined by the Chief Administrative Officer;
    e) The applicant shall address issues of nuisance with respect to odours, smoke and noise relating to public use of cannabis and cannabis products in accordance with the applicant’s proposal in response to the RFP and the regulations, terms and conditions outlined in the Cannabis Control and Licencing Act of B.C.;
    f) The applicant shall address impairment issues relating to public use of cannabis and cannabis products for non-medical purposes in accordance with the applicant’s proposal in response to the RFP and the regulations, terms and conditions outlined in the Cannabis Control and Licencing Act of B.C.;
    g) The non-medical cannabis retail store must be a stand-alone business;
    h) The hours of operation of the non-medical cannabis retail store shall be limited to 9am to 9pm Sunday through Wednesday and 9am to 10pm Thursday through Saturday;
    i) The applicant shall provide educational initiatives and materials associated with the impacts and related social concerns of the non-medical use of cannabis and cannabis products in accordance with the applicant’s proposal in response to the RFP and as outlined in the Cannabis Retail Store Terms and Conditions, a handbook for the sale of non-medical cannabis in British Columbia;
    j) The applicant shall conform to the regulations stipulated in the Cannabis Control and Licencing Act of British Columbia B.C. Reg.202/2018;
    k) The Applicant shall ensure that the non-medical cannabis retail sale is in compliance with all applicable laws, including all City bylaws;
Bylaw No. 300
Page 19–28

SIGNAGE
l) All signage shall be subject to a subsequent Sign Development Permit application process and shall be constructed and placed in accordance with Langford Sign Bylaw No. 1250 and to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Planning and Development Services;
m) All signage shall be architecturally compatible with the style, composition, materials, colours, and details of the buildings within the development;
n) The location and size of signs shall be architecturally integrated with the overall design of the buildings;
o) As a condition of issuance of this permit, and notwithstanding what is permitted by Bylaw No. 1250, the business is limited to three signs only. This signage shall indicate the name of the business only, and shall not display company slogans, and may not employ any play on words with respect to cannabis or drug culture. This signage may be internally illuminated in accordance with City guidelines, but may not be animated in any way or have variable messaging;
p) Notwithstanding article o), the business may have one illuminated sign which indicates that the business is open, provided that this signage is affixed to the interior of a door or window visible from the street and does not exceed an area of 0.2m2 (2ft2);
q) Sandwich board type signs are prohibited;

If a previous Development Permit has been issued with respect to Form and Character and no new buildings or exterior renovations are being proposed some of these conditions may be waived.

  1. Whereas
    a) The non-medicinal use of cannabis and cannabis related products has historically been prohibited by federal law in Canada and, as a result, has historically been prohibited by the City under its Zoning Bylaw No. 300;
    b) On October 17, 2018, the Federal Government legalized the non-medicinal use of cannabis and cannabis products;
    c) The Federal Government and the Provincial Government have developed a regulatory framework for the retail sale of cannabis and cannabis products for non-medicinal use;
    d) The City wishes to authorize the retail sale of cannabis and cannabis products within its boundaries, but recognizes that there are challenges associated with it doing so;
    e) The City issued the Request for Proposals for the Retail Sales of Cannabis and Cannabis Related Products to seek proposals from individuals and organizations interested in undertaking the retail sale of cannabis and cannabis products for non-medicinal use within the City’s boundaries, and required that proposals include details as to how the challenges with the retail sale of cannabis and cannabis products would be addressed;
    f) The City received and reviewed over 30 proposals in response to the Request for Proposals, and identified Flight Cannabis Co. proposal as one that best addressed the challenges with the retail sale of cannabis and cannabis products; and,
    g) Flight Cannabis Co. is committed to assisting the City and taking positive steps to address the challenges with the retail sale of cannabis and cannabis products;
    Now therefore be it resolved that Council issue Temporary Use Permit TUP26-0003 to Flight Cannabis Co. for it to operate a Cannabis Retail Store at 101-977 Langford Parkway for a three-year term subject to the terms and conditions listed within.

  2. Expiry

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT the Temporary Use Permit be issued for a period of 36 months and will expire on June 1, 2029.

Motion CARRIED.

11. REPORTS

11.1 3084, 3088, 3094/3096 Jacklin Road Rezoning Application

MOVED BY: GUIRY
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council amend the resolution of April 20, 2026 for item 9.1.4 Rezoning Application - 3084, 3088, 3094/3096 Jacklin Road by deleting from 1.c.x. “That 165 bike stalls, or 2.12 bike stalls per unit,” and replacing it with the following: “That bicycle parking will be maximized on site to the greatest extent possible within the parameters of the design standards as set out in Bylaw No. 2272 within the areas designated for bicycle parking as shown on the plans presented to Council on April 20, 2026”.

Motion CARRIED.

11.2 939 Klahanie Drive Rezoning Application

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council direct staff to not bring forward the proposed rezoning of 939 Klahanie Drive to the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee until the building that was constructed on this property without any permits has been brought into compliance with all City bylaws and Provincial regulations.

Motion CARRIED.

11.3 Ecomm 911 Contract Renewal

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council authorize the Mayor and CAO or Corporate Officer to enter into an agreement with E-Comm 911 for the provision of police dispatch services on the terms as substantially attached, with such amendments as may be negotiated;

AND

THAT Council direct staff to report back to Council with further options once the governance and finance recommendations have been implemented by E-Comm.

Motion CARRIED.

11.4 CRI Program – 2026 FireSmart Community Funding and Supports

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council supports an application to the Community Resiliency Investment Program – FireSmart Community Funding & Supports, and that the Council and City are supportive of the proposed activities and will provide overall grant management.

Motion CARRIED.

12. CORRESPONDENCE

12.1 West Shore Parks & Recreation Facility Master Plan Update

MOVED BY: GUIRY
SECONDED: HARDER

THAT Council receive the West Shore Parks & Recreation Facility Master Plan Progress report for Q1 2026 for information.

Motion CARRIED.

13. BYLAWS

13.1 BYLAW NO. 2211

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 740 (2609 Sooke Road), Bylaw No. 2211, 2026". (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council give “Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 740 (2609 Sooke Road), Bylaw No. 2211, 2026", first, second and third readings.

Motion CARRIED.

13.2 BYLAW NO. 2235 (Background report attached)

"Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 744 (897 Walfred Road), Bylaw No. 2235, 2025". (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: HARDER

THAT Council adopt “Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 744 (897 Walfred Road), Bylaw No. 2235, 2025” as presented.

Motion CARRIED.

13.3 BYLAW NO. 2246 (Background report attached)

"Road Closure Bylaw No. 2246, 2026, (a portion of Aldwynd Road)”. (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: MORLEY

That Council adopt Road Closure Bylaw No. 2246, 2026 as presented.

Motion CARRIED.

13.4 BYLAW NO. 2252

“Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 756 (R2 Text Amendment to Allow a Daycare), Bylaw No. 2252, 2026". (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council give “Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 756 (R2 Text Amendment to Allow a Daycare), Bylaw No. 2252, 2026", first, second and third readings.

Motion CARRIED.

13.5 BYLAW NOS. 2255 & 2262

“Community Standards Bylaw No. 2255, 2026”. (ADOPTION)
AND
“Community Standards Miscellaneous Amending Bylaw, No. 2262, 2026”. (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: MORLEY

THAT Council adopt “Community Standards Bylaw No. 2255, 2026”;

AND

“Community Standards Miscellaneous Amending Bylaw, No. 2262, 2026”.

Motion CARRIED.

13.6 BYLAW NO. 2260

“Statutory Officers and Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 2260, 2026”. (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY: MORLEY
SECONDED: HARDER

THAT Council give “Statutory Officers and Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 2260, 2026”, first, second and third readings.

Motion CARRIED.

13.7 BYLAW NO. 2267

“Elections Bylaw No. 1819, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2267, 2026". (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council adopt “Elections Bylaw No. 1819, Amendment No. 2, Bylaw No. 2267, 2026".

Motion CARRIED.

Bylaw No. 300Bylaw No. 1250Bylaw No. 2235Bylaw No. 2246Bylaw No. 2255Bylaw No. 1819
Page 19–28

13.8 BYLAW NO. 2272

“Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 759 (Off-Street Parking), Bylaw No. 2272, 2026". (ADOPTION)

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council adopt “City of Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 759 (Off-Street Parking), Bylaw No. 2272, 2026”.

Motion CARRIED.

13.9 BYLAW NO. 2278

“Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 762 (3084, 3088, 3094/3096 Jacklin Road), Bylaw No. 2278, 2026". (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY: WAGNER
SECONDED: GUIRY

THAT Council give “Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300, Amendment No. 762 (3084, 3088, 3094/3096 Jacklin Road), Bylaw No. 2278, 2026", first, second and third readings.

Motion CARRIED.

13.10 BYLAW NO. 2283

“Langford Building Bylaw No. 1160, Amendment No. 18 (Energy Conservation and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction), Bylaw No. 2283, 2026”. (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

MOVED BY: MORLEY
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council give “Langford Building Bylaw No. 1160, Amendment No. 18 (Energy Conservation and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction), Bylaw No. 2283, 2026”, first, second and third readings.

Motion CARRIED.

14. NEW BUSINESS

14.1 Waiver of City of Langford By-Election

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: WAGNER

THAT Council resolve that the City of Langford will not be holding a by-election to fill the vacancy of the late Lillian Szpak.

Motion CARRIED.

15. ADJOURNMENT

MOVED BY: HARDER
SECONDED: MORLEY

THAT Council adjourn the meeting.

Mayor Goodmanson adjourned the meeting at 9:13 pm.
Motion CARRIED.

Presiding Council Member

Certified Correct - Corporate Officer

Bylaw No. 300Bylaw No. 1160
Page 19–28

Related Documents

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Zoning Bylaw

Bylaw No. 300 · Referenced in 3 sections

Sign Bylaw

Bylaw No. 1250 · Referenced in 1 section

Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 744 (897 Walfred Road)

Bylaw No. 2235 · Referenced in 1 section

Road Closure Bylaw No. 2246, 2026, (a portion of Aldwynd Road)

Bylaw No. 2246 · Referenced in 1 section

Community Standards Bylaw

Bylaw No. 2255 · Referenced in 1 section

Elections Bylaw

Bylaw No. 1819 · Referenced in 1 section

Building Bylaw

Bylaw No. 1160 · Referenced in 1 section

Extracted from: Agenda(346 pages total)