Council Minutes

Monday, November 20, 2023 at 7:00 P.m. - 10:00 P.m.

Council Chambers & Electronic Meeting

PRESENT:

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

ATTENDING:

• D. Kiedyk, Chief Administrative Officer
• B. Hutchins, Director of Corporate Services
• M. Watmough, Deputy Director of Corporate Services
• M. Baldwin, Director of Planning and Subdivision
• M. Dillabaugh, Director of Finance
• K. Balzer, Director of Engineering and Public Works
• D. Petrie, Senior Manager of Business Development and Events
• L. Fletcher, Manager of Community Safety and Municipal Enforcement
• Inspector S. Rose - Operations Officer, West Shore RCMP
• W. Schoenefuhs, Parks Planning Coordinator
• L. Zetaruk, Analyst
• B. Boisvert, Legislative Services Administrative Coordinator

Meeting available by teleconference.

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Goodmanson called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm.

2.

TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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

Florence Dick gave a response to the Territorial Acknowledgement on behalf of the lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Territory. 

3.

MEETING CONDUCT RULES

M. Watmough, Deputy Director of Corporate Services, read the City of Langford's meeting conduct rules.

4.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

• MOVED BY: GUIRY
  SECONDED: HARDER

  THAT Council approve the agenda as presented.

  Motion CARRIED.

5.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

W. Hobbs, Luxton Rd - re: item 10.3 - The speaker expressed that good governance should be a top priority of the strategic plan. The speaker requested a townhall for public input. The speaker would like the Code of Conduct policy brought back to Council with the addition of a process for public complaints. re: item 10.4 - The speaker expressed disappointment that there will not be the creation of any new committees. re: item 10.2 - The speaker expressed concern regarding closing a portion of a main road in the City. re: item 11.1 - The speaker expressed disappointment that public engagement was not a section of the Bylaw.

F. Dick, lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Territory - re: item 10.3 - The speaker stated the difference between reconciliation, supporting the families that went through the residential school system and (UNDRIP) United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act is the governing steps and laws that now have to be incorporated in Canada. The speaker expressed concern regarding the use of the term reconciliation in the strategic plan. The speaker expressed desire to move forward in a positive way. The speaker requested a plan be brought to the leaders Chief Jerome Thomas and Chief Ron Sam as well as the leadership Council. 

M. Wignall, Selwyn Rd - re: item 10.5 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the unhoused in the community. 

B. Prette, Massie Dr - re: item 10.5 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the unhoused at Danbrook Park. The speaker stated the money being spent for new bylaw officers should be spent getting more RCMP officers. 

S. Costello, Robalee Pl - re: item 10.1 - The speaker supports option 3 of the resolutions. re: item 10.2 - The speaker supports option 4 of the resolutions. re: item 8.2.1 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the developer's lack of communication with neighbouring residents. 

P. Hamilton, Granderson Rd - re: item 8.2.1 - The speaker does not support a 6-storey building. The speaker expressed a concern regarding the entry panel at front door and the potential visual inaccessibility. The speaker expressed gratitude towards the developers for listening to previous suggestions. re: item 10.1 - The speaker expressed support for option 1 of the resolutions.

R. Louie, Langford Resident - re: item 10.3 - The speaker expressed support for option 3 of the resolutions. The speaker expressed concern regarding the report not reflecting the comments of the public. The speaker expressed concern that the lək̓ʷəŋən leaders were not consulted for the strategic plan draft. The speaker expressed concern that indigenous community was not consulted regarding the strategic plan. The speaker asked why the City is still planning to hire a climate specialist even though the public stated is not a priority. The speaker expressed concern regarding hiring a consultant. The speaker expressed concern regarding the strategic plan and the lack of a reconciliation plan. The speaker expressed concern regarding the lack of communication with the Songhees leaders.

M. Berry, Massie Dr - re: item 10.3 - The speaker stated they would like Council to move forward with the Strategic Plan. re: item 10.5 - The speaker would like an amendment to the Parks Bylaw, stipulating that overnight camping not be in proximity to ground floor residences.

L. Plomp, Whimfield Terr - re: item 8.1.1 - The speaker expressed support for the Park dedication. re: item 10.1 - The speaker supports option 1 of the resolutions. The speaker stated that existing debts may make it difficult to fund the RCMP building. re: item 10.5 - The speaker supports the Bylaws. re: item 10.3 - The speaker expressed gratitude to the Council for the public engagement regarding strategic plan. re: item 10.2 - The speaker supports the use of fees for road closures.

J. Kozina, Troon Crt - re: item 8.2.2 - The speaker is a neighbor to the property and does not support the application for the development variance permit. The speaker stated that the garage was built without their support. The speaker stated that they have now lost their view of the golf course. The speaker stated they would support a flat roof and lower height limit of the garage.

S. Rossander, Ravensview Dr - re: item 10.1 - The speaker supports option 2 of the resolutions. The speaker stated that adding another government layer will complicate the process. 

A motion was made to extend the public participation section. Please see the motion below.

N. Johal, Langford resident - re: item 10.5 - The speaker stated they would like the money to be spent on RCMP officers. re: item 10.1 - The speaker would like RCMP building built immediately. The speaker stated a change in the route of a Christmas truck parade.

L. Foxall, Players Dr - re: item 10.1 - The speaker expressed disappointment in the delay of build of the new RCMP building expansion. re: item 10.5 - The speaker stated that money should be used to hire RCMP officers instead of Bylaw officers. re: item 6 - The speaker would like Councillor Szpak to retract her statements.

N. Johal, Walfred Pl - re: item 10.1 - The speaker expressed concern regarding safety in the community. The speaker expressed concern regarding a shortage of RCMP officers in the community.

D. Dignam, Reunion Ave - re: item 10.3 - The speaker expressed gratitude for listening to public feedback with including renters in the strategic plan. The speaker would like renters to be included in public engagements.

S. Plank, Goldstream Ave - re: item 10.1 - The speaker expressed supports option 1 of the resolutions. re: item 10.2 - The speaker expressed that a 20-month road closure is too long and stated they would like the developer to figure out how to shorten that time. re: item 10.3 - The speaker expressed gratitude to staff on the summary of the public engagement.  The speaker stated they were disappointed that section 6 k. was not reworded. The speaker expressed that the unhoused need to be included more in the strategic plan. The speaker requested that more public engagement needs to continue. The speaker encouraged Council to develop a public engagement plan.

Fred, Happy Valley Rd - re: item 10.1 - The speaker expressed concern regarding the delay in the RCMP building expansion. 

B. King, Langford resident - re: item 10.3 -  The speaker expressed gratitude to Council in their response to public feedback. The speaker expressed that public engagement must proceed the plan. The speaker expressed gratitude for including renters in the strategic plan. The speaker expressed concern regarding section 6 k. of the plan, the speaker feels that the unhoused need more support.

C. Prat, Troon Crt - re: item 8.2.2 - The speaker responded to the complaints brought forth by a neighbor regarding the application. The speaker stated that they were unaware of any neighbour issues. The speaker stated the roof design is under a rule that any accessory buildings must match the main house. 

B. Armstrong, Rodney Rd - re: item 10.5 - The speaker expressed support for option 1 of the resolutions. re: item 10.1 - The speaker expressed the importance of morale in the police force. The speaker would like the building expansion to go forward and to see what the cost is to taxpayers.

 

• MOVED BY: HARDER
  SECONDED: WAGNER

  THAT Council at 7:42 pm. extend public participation for first speakers.

  Motion CARRIED.

6.

CONSENT AGENDA

Minutes of the Community Advisory Committee Meeting - November 2, 2023 (RECEIVE)

Minutes of the Special Council Meeting - November 6, 2023 (ADOPT)

Minutes of the Council Meeting - November 6, 2023 (ADOPT)

Minutes of the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee Meeting - November 14, 2023 (RECEIVE)

• MOVED BY: HARDER
  SECONDED: SZPAK

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

  Minutes of the Community Advisory Committee Meeting - November 2, 2023 (RECEIVE)

  Minutes of the Special Council Meeting - November 6, 2023 (ADOPT)

  Minutes of the Council Meeting - November 6, 2023 (ADOPT)

  Minutes of the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee Meeting - November 14, 2023 (RECEIVE)

  Motion CARRIED.

7.

CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

None were removed.

8.

COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS

8.1

Community Advisory Committee Meeting - November 2, 2023

8.1.1

Desmond Drive - Road Closure and Park Dedication

• MOVED BY: YACUCHA
  SECONDED: HARDER

   

  THAT Council:

  1. Give Road Closure Bylaw No. 2133 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd readings; AND

      

  2. Authorize Mayor and CAO to enter into license agreements with the utility companies to permit them to occupy and maintain their existing infrastructure in the Park dedication;

      

  3. Direct staff to post a public notice as prescribed in the Community Charter prior to bylaw adoption; AND

      

  4. Authorize the Mayor and CAO or Corporate Officer to execute all documents necessary to complete the road closure and park dedication.

      

  Motion CARRIED.

8.2

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee Meeting - November 14, 2023

8.2.1

Rezoning Application 982-988 Bray Avenue

• MOVED BY: SZPAK
  SECONDED: WAGNER

  THAT Council:

  1. 1. Proceed with consideration of Bylaw No. 2019 to amend the zoning designation of the properties located at 982-988 Bray Avenue from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) to City Centre 1 (CC1) subject to the following terms and conditions:
        1. That the applicant provides, as a bonus for increased density, the following contributions per dwelling unit, prior to the issuance of a building permit:
           1. $750 towards the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund; and
           2. $2,850 towards the General Amenity Reserve Fund;

              Subject to reductions in accordance with the Affordable Housing and Amenity Contribution Policy and the Attainable Housing Policy depending on use and height.

        2. That the applicant, prior to Bylaw Adoption, registers a Section 219 covenant in priority of all other charges on title, that agrees to the following:
           1. That the following will be provided and implemented to Bylaw No. 1000 standards to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering prior to the issuance of a building permit:
              1. Full frontage improvements;
              2. A mitigation plan;
              3. A storm water management plan; and
              4. A construction parking management plan.
           2. That the properties be consolidated prior to issuance of a Development Permit for Form and Character;
           3. That a separate covenant be registered prior to issuance of a building permit for the proposed development that ensures residential parking is allocated to each unit and visitors as required by the zoning bylaw and is not provided in exchange for compensation separate from that of a residential unit;
           4. That all concrete used on-site will utilize ready-mix concrete that meets or exceeds the weighted average Global Warming Potential targets based on Concrete BC Baseline (average) mix data, and that prior to the issuance of a Building Permit the applicant shall provide a Type III Environmental Product Declaration that is 3^rd party verified specifying the total Global Warming Potential value and confirming that the proposed development meets the requirements of Low Carbon Concrete Policy POL-0167-PLAN;
           5. That the developer submit the Fire Underwriters Survey (FUS) calculations prior to the issuance of a development permit to develop the property, and acknowledges that these calculations may determiner different setbacks than what is prescribed in the zone or from what has been grated through variances;
           6. That, prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, the developer enters into a Housing Agreement with the City that requires a minimum 10% of units constructed be rented at a rate no higher than 30% of the median renter income as calculated by the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation for Langford for a term not less than 10 years or that a minimum of 5% of the units constructed be directed to and sold in accordance with the terms of the Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy (POL-0166-PLAN). The developer shall identify the Attainable Units on the plans submitted for the required Development Permit application.
           7. That no occupancy permit be issued for the proposed building until a strata plan for the building has been registered, to the satisfaction of the Approving Officer. 
        3. Authorize the Director of Planning and Subdivision to issue the following variance in the Form and Character Development Permit for 982-988 Bray Avenue:
           1. That Section 6.57.07(1)(b) of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 be varied to reduce the interior lot line setback of a building or structure from the required 3 m to 2 m.
        4. Prior to public hearing, the applicant provide the following changes: 
           1. More prominent street presence for ground floor units 
           2. Design considerations for accessibility and universal design including washer and dryer machines. 
        5. That the proposed car share program and electric heat pumps be provided as a condition of rezoning to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering and Chief Building Inspector. 
        6. That the foyer panel is designed to accommodate visual challenges, to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Inspector.
  Motion CARRIED.

8.2.2

Development Variance Permit 2038 Troon Court

Councillor Harder at 8:15 pm. left the meeting due to a perceived conflict of interest as she has a personal relationship with the applicants.

• MOVED BY: SZPAK
  SECONDED: GUIRY

  THAT Council:

  1. Direct staff to provide notice that Council will consider issuing a Development Variance Permit for the property at 2038 Troon Court with the following variances to Zoning Bylaw No. 300:
     1. That Section 3.05.02(5) be varied to reduce the minimum side lot line setback for an accessory building from 1.0m to 0.72m;
     2. That Section 3.05.01(8) be varied to reduce the setback required for the eaves of the accessory building from 0.45m to 0.36m; AND
     3. That Section 6.95.05 be varied to allow an accessory building to be located within the rear yard that abuts a golf course.
     4. Variances pertain only to the existing structure.
     5. Include screening plantings, between the shed and the property line, to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning, as a condition of the variance.
     6. Subject to removal of the accessory shed structure on the property.
  Motion CARRIED.

• Prior to consideration of the Main Motion: 

  Amendment:
  MOVED BY: WAGNER
  SECONDED: GOODMANSON

  That the subject structure's roof be modified to be flat, and the height restricted to accommodate only the golf cart, to maximize the view to the neighbour.

  Motion DEFEATED.

  The vote was taken on the Main Motion and declared CARRIED. 

  Mayor Goodmanson and Councillor Wagner opposed.

  Councillor Harder returned to the meeting at 8:29 pm.

  
  

9.

NOTICES OF INTENT

9.1

TUP19-0004 - #107-2317 Millstream Road

• MOVED BY: YACUCHA
  SECONDED: HARDER

  THAT Temporary Use Permit No. TUP19-0004 be issued by the Council for the City of Langford
  to Honeycomb Cannabis Inc. (formerly known as Planet Cannabis 1188770 BC Ltd.) to continue
  operating a cannabis retail store at 107-2317 Millstream Road by means of a Temporary Use Permit
  subject to the following terms and conditions:
  1. Conditions:
  The following conditions are imposed pursuant to section 493 of the Local Government Act:
  
  2. 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 Honeycomb Cannabis Inc. proposal as one that best addressed the challenges with the retail sale of cannabis and cannabis products; and,
  g) Honeycomb Cannabis Inc. 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 TUP19-0004 to Honeycomb
  Cannabis Inc. for it to operate a Cannabis Retail Store at 107-2317 Millstream Road for an additional three-year term subject to the terms and conditions in the Temporary Use Permit originally issued by Council on March 2, 2020 and amended by Council on September 20, 2021.  

  Motion CARRIED.

9.2

TUP20-0006 - 988 McCallum Road

• MOVED BY: HARDER
  SECONDED: WAGNER

  THAT Temporary Use Permit No. TUP20-0006 be issued by the Council for VCMMC to Graham Harrison
  to allow for additional Victoria Contracting & Municipal Maintenance Corporation employee parking at 988 McCallum Road, subject to the following terms and conditions:
  
  1. Conditions
  The following conditions are imposed pursuant to section 493 of the Local Government Act:
  a) That only the portion of the property indicated in Figure 1 may be utilized for the employee parking;
  b) That all recommendations of the Environmental Professional Opinion Memorandum prepared by Craig Barlow, RPBio, are implemented and adhered to through the term of use for employee parking; and
  c) That the lot is not used for parking of large automobiles related to the nearby work site and is only limited to personal vehicles of staff.

  Motion CARRIED.

10.

REPORTS

10.1

RCMP Detachment Expansion Project Financing Update

• THAT Council direct staff to write a letter to the Capital Regional District (CRD) requesting that the CRD establish a subregional service for the purposes of funding a joint capital project up to $103M.

10.2

Request for Construction License - Application for Lane Closure at 2826 Jacklin Rd

• MOVED BY: GUIRY
  SECONDED: WAGNER

  THAT Council authorize the Mayor and CAO to execute licence agreement CON23-0162 with the following amendments:

  1. the addition of lane delineators instead of cones.

• Prior to consideration of the Main Motion: 

  Amendment:
  MOVED BY: WAGNER
  SECONDED: GUIRY

  THAT Council authorize the Mayor and CAO to execute licence agreement CON23-0162 with the following amendments:

  A bike detour be established to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering.

  And

  THAT a Traffic Impact Assessment be conducted, and recommendations implemented to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering within 6 weeks of issuance of the construction licence. Both of the above amendments to be at the cost of the applicant.

   

  Motion CARRIED.

  The vote was taken on the Main Motion and declared CARRIED.

  
  

10.3

2023-2027 Draft Council Strategic Plan - Additional Information and Proposed Amendments

• MOVED BY: WAGNER
  SECONDED: HARDER

  1.    THAT Council approves the 2023-2027 Council Strategic Plan with the following amendments: 

  a.    Remove the words “and tenant assistance policies” from Objective 1m: Pursue Programs and Partnerships for Affordable Housing, and create the following new objective:
  1n: Tenant Assistance Supports (Funded, Target Completion Date Q4 2025, and in support of the following crises: Housing, Climate and Inequality) 
  The City recognizes that tenants experience housing issues in a different way than homeowners and require different forms of support as a result. The City will review best practices for tenant assistance from other similar British Columbia municipalities with the aim of developing tenant assistance supports that are suited for the Langford context.
  b.    Create the following new objective: 
  1o: Update the Zoning Bylaw to reflect the new Small-Scale, Multi-Unit Housing and Transit-Oriented Development legislation (Funded, Target Completion Date Q2 2025, and in support of the following crises: Housing, Climate and Inequality).
  The Zoning Bylaw will require updating to incorporate new or amended Zones that will implement Provincial Legislation aiming to increase the supply of small-scale multi-unit housing in traditional single-family neighbourhoods and to establish minimum heights/densities for new multi-unit housing near transit stations/hubs. 
  c.    Create the following new objective: 
  1p: Review the Zoning Bylaw to ensure alignment with the Housing Needs Report and OCP (Funded, Target Completion Date Q4 2025, and in support of the following crises: Housing, Climate and Inequality). 
  Building on the shorter-term updates outlined in Objective 1o, the City will be required to review the Zoning Bylaw following the completion of the updated Housing Needs Report (Objective 1k) and OCP Refresh (Objective 1a) in order to ensure that the projected housing need can be achieved on pre-zoned land.    
  d.    Replace the draft language in Objective 1b: Update Amenity Contribution Policy with the following: 
  In light of recent announcements from the Province regarding amenity contributions in conjunction with rezoning, the City will review its Amenity Contribution Policy and bring this in line with the Province’s proposed Amenity Contribution Charges (ACC). The objective of helping align the needs of the community with the financial value conveyed to development through rezoning will remain paramount.
  e.    Amend the targeted completion date from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025 for Objective 1d: Update the Design Guidelines and Consider an Advisory Design Panel.  
  f.    Amend the targeted completion date from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025 for Objective 1e: Develop a Climate Action DPA Bylaw.
  g.    Amend the targeted completion date from Q3 2024 to Q2 2025 for Objective 1i: Review the Zoning Bylaw Parking Requirements in the City Centre. 
  h.    Label Objective 1m: Pursue Programs and Partnerships for Affordable Housing as partially funded instead of funded. 
  i.    Label Objective 1j: Review Downtown Public Parking Needs and Related Policies partially funded instead of funded.
  j.    Clarify Objective 2e: Develop Strategies for Disaster Mitigation Due to Climate Change and Build Resiliency as a Community (Partially Funded, Ongoing) by (1) including a specific timeline for an overarching disaster mitigation strategy and providing specific examples of potential initiatives. The amended Objective 2e would read: 
  2e: Develop an Overarching Disaster Mitigation Strategy with Respect to Climate Change and Build Resiliency as a Community Based on Specific Initiatives (Partially Funded, Targeted Completion Date for the Overarching Disaster Mitigation Strategy is Q4 2024)
  The City must act swiftly to develop a disaster mitigation strategy to manage the diverse types of climate impacts, including prolonged heat events, significant storms, floods, droughts, wildfires and associated smoke. Examples of specific initiatives include but are not limited to: implementing a FireSmart Neighbourhood Program, installing water fountains in new and existing parks, improving the tree canopy in the downtown core to reduce urban heat concerns, and updating bylaws to include best practices for developments in Wildfire Urban Interface areas.
  k.    Amend the targeted completion date for Objective 2b: Hire a Climate Change Specialist from Q3 2024 to Q1 2024.
  l.    Amend the targeted completion date for Objective 2a: Develop a Climate Action Master Plan from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025.
  m.    Amend the language in Objective 4a: Develop a Transportation Master Plan to read: 
  The Transportation Master Plan (TMP) will be Langford’s first official long-term guide for the planning, design, and development of multi-modal transportation infrastructure in accordance with Langford’s land use and growth strategies, neighbouring municipalities TMPs for continuity at borders, and any multi-modal regional or provincial transportation plans. This study will examine Langford’s current transportation system, identify the constraints and opportunities to improve traffic flow with mode shift, and assess potential infrastructure upgrades. The TMP will consider mitigating strategies for high traffic and high-risk areas (e.g., traffic near current and future schools).
  n.    Amend the language in Objective 4b: Develop an Active Transportation Plan to read: 
  An Active Transportation Plan (ATP) will be developed in parallel with a Transportation Master Plan (TMP). It will reduce car dependency by improving the safety and connectivity of the multi-modal network throughout Langford for all travelers. The ATP will identify key corridors and connections, including safe routes to schools, and including recommendations for active transportation infrastructure upgrades that are healthy, enjoyable, and convenient for people of all ages and abilities who choose to travel in many different ways: walking, biking, skateboarding, scooters, wheelchairs, transit, and other active mobility options.
  o.    Remove Objective 5b: Ensure all Budgets are Fiscally Sustainable and Transparent (Funded, Ongoing) and replace it with the following two separate objectives: 
  5bi: Ensure all Budgets are Fiscally Sustainable (Funded, Ongoing)
  By ensuring strong financial controls, ensuring services are funded from the appropriate sources, building the City’s reserves, applying for a variety of grants, and ensuring that funds are allocated with a lens of equity and future generations, the City will ensure that its budgets are responsible and fiscally sustainable.
  5bii: Ensure all Budget Documents are Transparent and User Friendly (Funded, Q1 2025)
  The City recognizes it is important for residents to be able to meaningfully participate in the annual budget process. While robust Council and Committee of the Whole meetings support this, the City will continually strive to improve the budget process and budget documents to ensure the public is best able to understand and participate in related decision-making.
  p.    Amend the targeted completion date for Objective 5e: Develop and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy from Q4 2024 to Q4 2025. 
  q.    Add the following objective to Strategic Priority Six: Quality of Life
  Objective 6m: Explore Current Library Capacity and Community Needs (Unfunded, Ongoing)
  Currently, the City provides for library services for the residents, through the membership in the Greater Victoria Public Library (GVPL), through the Juan de Fuca Branch (at West Shore Parks and Recreation), the Goudy Branch (on Goldstream) and the Heritage Branch (in Westhills). The City has not expanded the number or capacity of libraries since 2016, despite the significant growth in population. With this in mind, the City will work with the GVPL to review capacity and community needs, and to potentially identify opportunities to expand library capacity within Langford.
  r.    Relabel Objective 6c: Continue to Take Action Towards Reconciliation (Funded, Ongoing) from funded to partially funded.
  s.    Rename Objective 6b from “Develop a Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan” to “Develop a Parks, Recreation and Trails Master Plan”.
  t.    Amend the Number of Schools in Langford advocacy item to note that schools are needed both in Langford and the West Shore. The amended language would read: 
  Number Of Schools in Langford and the West Shore: 
  Schools in School District 62 are beyond capacity in many areas of Langford and the West Shore, including some schools that have not even opened yet. School District 62 has identified that five additional schools are needed in the near future but has not secured funding for all of those schools from the Provincial Government. The City will be at the table with School District 62 and the Province to help secure additional schools for Langford and the West Shore.

  Motion CARRIED.

10.4

Proposed 2024 Council Meeting Dates

• MOVED BY: HARDER
  SECONDED: YACUCHA

  THAT Council approve the proposed 2024 Regular Council meeting schedule as presented, with the amended correction of the typo on the Committee schedule from 2023 to 2024.

  Motion CARRIED.

10.5

Public Spaces Bylaw Amendments

• MOVED BY: GUIRY
  SECONDED: SZPAK

  THAT Council approve the addition of two (2) regular, full-time Community Patrol Officers in the 2024 budget, effective January 1^st, 2024, to support aligning Langford’s bylaws with other municipalities in the region;

  Motion CARRIED.

11.

BYLAWS

11.1

BYLAW NO. 2035

“Growing Communities Reserve Establishment Bylaw No. 2035, 2023”. (ADOPTION)

• MOVED BY: HARDER
  SECONDED: GUIRY

  THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2035.

  Motion CARRIED.

11.2

BYLAW NO. 2099 (Background report attached)

“Langford Zoning Bylaw, Amendment No. 693, (971 Walfred Road) Bylaw No. 2099, 2023". (ADOPTION)

• MOVED BY: GUIRY
  SECONDED: WAGNER

  THAT Council adopt Bylaw No. 2099.

  Motion CARRIED.

11.3

BYLAW NO. 2133

“Road Closure Bylaw No. 2133 (a portion of Desmond Drive), 2023”. (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

• MOVED BY: YACUCHA
  SECONDED: HARDER

  THAT Council give Bylaw No. 2133 first, second and third readings.

  Motion CARRIED.

11.4

BYLAW NO. 2152 

“Municipal Parks Regulation Bylaw No. 177, 1996, Amendment No. 12, Bylaw No. 2152, 2023." (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

• MOVED BY: GUIRY
  SECONDED: HARDER

  THAT Council give Bylaw No. 2152 first second and third readings.

  Motion CARRIED.

11.5

Bylaw No. 2153

“Traffic and Highways Bylaw No. 33, Amendment No. 24, Bylaw No. 2153, 2023." (FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READINGS)

• MOVED BY: WAGNER
  SECONDED: YACUCHA

  THAT Council give Bylaw No. 2153 first second and third readings.

  Motion CARRIED.

12.

ADJOURNMENT

• MOVED BY: GUIRY
  SECONDED: YACUCHA

  THAT Council adjourn the meeting.

  Mayor Goodmanson adjourned the meeting at 9:54 pm.

  Motion CARRIED.