THE CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF CENTRAL SAANICH
Regular Council Meeting
AGENDA

Monday, September 09, 2024 at 7:00 P.m. - 10:00 P.m.

Council Chambers

All Council meetings are being conducted in a hybrid in-person and virtual format.

 

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(Please note that all proceedings of Open Council Meetings are live streamed and video recorded on the District's website.)

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ people which includes W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip) and SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) First Nations.

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

3.1

Agenda of the September 9, 2024 Regular Council Meeting

• Recommendation:

  That the agenda of the September 9, 2024 Regular Council meeting be approved as circulated.

4.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

4.1

Minutes from the July 22, 2024 Public Hearing Meeting

• Recommendation:

  That the minutes from the July 22, 2024 Public Hearing meeting be adopted as circulated.

4.2

Minutes from the July 22, 2024 Regular Council Meeting

• Recommendation:

  That the minutes from the July 22, 2024 Regular Council meeting be adopted as circulated.

5.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES (including motions and resolutions)

6.

RISE AND REPORT

7.

PUBLIC QUESTIONS

8.

PRESENTATIONS/PETITIONS AND DELEGATIONS

8.1

Robin Tunnicliffe: Peninsula and Area Agricultural Commission

8.2

Petition to Improve Water Services on Bryn Road - August 12, 2024

Attachments: 

1. Letter to District of Central Saanich - June 20, 2007

2. Water Distribution Master Plan, District of Central Saanich, March 15, 2023, AECOM, Victoria, B.C. 

9.

CORRESPONDENCE (Action Required or Recommended)

9.1

Correspondence re Support for Ignatius Pelkey's Race - August 6, 2024

Correspondence from Ignatius, Family and Betsie, dated August 6, 2024 requesting a donation to support Elder Ignatius Pelkey's and crew's race at the Queen Lili'uokalani Canoe Races in August/September 2024.

9.2

Corr Watson, B re Centennial Park Pickleball Courts - August 27, 2024

Correspondence from Brad Watson, dated August 27, 2024, requesting that the temporary pickleball courts at Centennial Park be made into permanent pickleball courts. 

Staff recommend: That the correspondence be referred to staff.

Attachments:

1. Report from the January 9, 2023 Regular Council Meeting

2. Report from the May 10, 2021 Regular Council Meeting

3. Report from the February 8, 2021 Regular Council Meeting

10.

REPORTS OF COMMITTEES/MAYOR'S REPORT

10.1

COTW (Committee of the Whole)

10.2

All Other Committees of Council

10.2.1

Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

10.2.1.1

Minutes from the July 25, 2024 Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

For information.

10.2.1.1.1

Accessibility Parking and EV Accessibility

• Recommendation:

  The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee recommends that: 

  The District identify and put in place standards for accessible public EV charging stations.

• Recommendation:

  The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee recommends that: 

  In the development of an events checklist and guidance document as required by the District's accessibility plans, that for community events there be a dedicated area for accessible seating or viewing and dedicated accessible parking in close proximity to the event and that this information be included in all advertising for the event.

10.3

Council Members Reports - External Bodies

11.

STAFF REPORTS

11.1

7043, 7047, 7053, 7057 Central Saanich Road (Harvest Ridge) – Development Permit (Four Triplexes)

Report from the Director of Planning and Building Services.

• Recommendation:
  1. That Development Permit 3060-20-10/24 for 7043, 7047, 7053, 7057 Central Saanich Road be authorized for issuance.
  2. That covenant CA9609782 be authorized for discharge from title.

11.2

8165 Derrinberg Road – ALC Non-Adhering Residential Use Application

Report from the Director of Planning and Building Services.

• Recommendation:

  That the ALC application to permit two dwelling units in the form of trailers/RVs at 8165 Derrinberg Road be denied.

11.3

Q2 2024 Traffic Safety Committee Update

Report from the Director of Engineering.

For information.

11.4

Q2 2024 Financial Report

Report from the Director of Financial and Information Technology Services/ Chief Financial Officer.

For information.

11.5

Q2 2024 Strategic Implementation Plan Progress

Report from the Chief Administrative Officer.

For information.

11.6

Interim Housing Need Report

Report from the Director of Planning and Building Services.

For information.

11.7

Agricultural Community Outreach Results & Next Steps Re: PAAC

Report from the Director of Corporate Services/Corporate Officer.

• Recommendation:

  That the District of Central Saanich:

  1. With regards to the Peninsula & Area Agricultural Commission,
     1. Member municipalities proceed with a Terms of Reference review for the PAAC, with drafts and changes going to PAAC for the information and feedback prior to the end of 2024;
     2. That, once PAAC has been consulted, the revised Terms of Reference be referred to each member municipality in early 2025 for their consideration and adoption;
     3. Reach out to the Saanich Fairgrounds to ask about meeting space moving forward for PAAC;
  2. Organize an annual Agricultural Open House on both timely and general topics of interest;
  3. Reach out to the agricultural community via survey in a 2025 mailout to seek additional feedback on areas of focus and best methods of engagement for the upcoming Agricultural Plan Review.

12.

BYLAWS

12.1

Other than Development Application Bylaws

12.1.1

Heat Pump Financing Program Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No. 14

Report from the Director of Planning and Building Services.

• Recommendation:
  1. That Central Saanich Financing for Heating System Retrofits Local Area Service Bylaw Amendment No.14, 2209, 2024, be introduced and given first and second reading.
  2. That Bylaw 2209 be read a third time.

12.1.2

Loan Authorization Bylaws for 2024 and 2025 Financial Plan

Report from the May 27, 2024 RCM. The bylaws have received approval of the Inspector of Municipalities and can now be considered for adoption.

Attached:

• Bylaw No. 2198
• Bylaw No. 2199
• Bylaw No. 2200

• Recommendation:

  That Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2198, 2024 be adopted.

• Recommendation:

  That Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2199, 2024 be adopted.

• Recommendation:

  That Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2200, 2024 be adopted.

12.2

Development Application Bylaws

12.2.1

2515 Hackett Cr – Housing Agreement Bylaw (Rental Housing)

Report from the Director of Planning and Building Services.

• Recommendation:
  1. That Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2208, 2024 (2515 Hackett Cr.) be introduced and given First Reading.
  2. That Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2208, 2024 (2515 Hackett Cr.) be given Second and Third Reading.

13.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

14.

NEW BUSINESS (Including Motions and Resolutions)

15.

CORRESPONDENCE (Receive for General Information)

15.1

Corr South Island Farmers Insititute re PAAC Survey - July 17, 2024

For information.

15.2

Corr Trownson, T re Home Health Intermunicipal Mobile Business Licenses - July 19, 2024

For information.

Staff note: Staff will respond.

15.3

Corr Fieldhouse, R re Boat Ramp at Island View Beach - July 21, 2024

For information.

15.4

Corr Anglin, P re Air Quality Measurement for Community - July 22, 2024

For information.

15.5

Corr Jankunis, F re Wallace Drive Bike Lane - July 22, 2024

For information.

15.6

Corr Trottier, M re Wallace Drive Roadway Plans - July 22, 2024

For information. 

15.7

Corr Wires, M re Wallace Drive Bike Lanes - July 22, 2024

For information.

15.8

Corr Wellbourn, J re 1934 Hovey Development - July 23, 2024

For information.

15.9

CRD re BC Arts Council's Regional Areas Policy - July 25, 2024

For information.

15.10

Corr re ForestryWorksforBC - July 29, 2024

For information.

15.11

Corr Daniele, D re Six Story Build on East Saanich Road - July 30, 2024

For information.

15.12

Corr Drolet, M re Lot on Hovey Road Recreation Use - July 30, 2024

For information.

Staff note: Correspondence will be referred to the redevelopment engagement.

15.13

Corr Moore, J re Aurora-Pacifica Housing - July 30, 2024

For information.

15.14

Corr Verleun, T re Outdoor Pool Hovey Road - July 31, 2024

For information.

Staff note: Correspondence will be referred to the redevelopment engagement.

15.15

Corr Austin, C re Property Expropriation from Park Place - August 4, 2024

For information.

Staff note: Correspondence will be referred to the redevelopment engagement.

15.16

Corr Tufts, H re Development Application for 7840 Lochside Drive - August 9, 2024

For information.

15.17

Corr Verscheure, E re Concerns about Redevelopment - August 12, 2024

For information.

15.18

Corr Peters, C re UBCM Trade Show Anti Human Trafficking Initiative - August 18, 2024

For information.

15.19

Corr Baker, L re Starlight Development Proposal - August 23, 2024

For information.

15.20

Corr Wiebe, K re Scouts Canada Apple Day - August 27, 2024

For information.

Staff note: Staff have asked additional questions to the organizer prior to giving approval.

15.21

Corr Barker, S re Light at Keating and Central Saanich - August 28, 2024

For information.

15.22

Corr Panter, J re This is Central Saanich - August 29, 2024

For information.

16.

CLOSED MEETING

16.1

Motion to Close

• Recommendation:

  That Council convene a closed meeting pursuant to the following subsections of the Community Charter:

  90(1) A part of a council meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following:

  • (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;
  • (c) labour relations or other employee relations; 
  • (e) 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;
  • (g) litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality; and
  • (i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

  Following adoption of the above motion, the meeting will be closed to the public.

17.

ADJOURNMENT