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

Monday, April 22, 2024 at 7:00 P.m. - 10:00 P.m.

Council Chambers

**Council meeting to be held immediately following the Public Hearing.**

 

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

 

If you wish to speak or make a submission to Council, you can email , call 250-652-4444 or deliver via the front reception prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting.  Questions to Council will be placed under correspondence for action.

 

(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 April 22, 2024 Regular Council Meeting

• Recommendation:

  That the agenda of the April 22, 2024 Regular Council meeting be approved as circulated.

4.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

4.1

Minutes from the April 8, 2024 Regular Council Meeting

• Recommendation:

  That the minutes from the April 8, 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

9.

CORRESPONDENCE (Action Required or Recommended)

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 March 28, 2024 Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee

For information.

10.2.1.2

AccessAbility Week

• Recommendation:

  The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee recommends to the Council's of the District of North Saanich, the District of Central Saanich, and the Town of Sidney that: 

  The District support National AccessAbility Week (May 26-June 1) by using their communication channels to
  promote awareness of AccessAbility Week and AccessAbility Day at the SHOAL Centre on Saturday, June 1.

10.2.2

Parks and Environment Standing Committee

10.2.2.1

Minutes from the April 4, 2024 Parks and Environment Standing Committee Meeting

For information.

10.2.2.2

Parks & Trails Master Plan Phase 1 Summary

Report from the April 4, 2024 PESC Meeting. 

• Recommendation:

  That the Parks and Environment Standing Committee recommends to Council:

  That a proposed addition to the Turgoose trail be referred to staff for consideration for incorporation within the Parks and Trails Master Plan. 

• Recommendation:

  That the Parks and Environment Standing Committee recommend to Council:

  That connective access to Cooperidge Park be considered for incorporation within the Parks and Trails Master Plan. 

• Recommendation:

  That the Parks and Environment Standing Committee has received this report for information and recommend to Council:

  That Council provide any additional input to be considered when preparing a draft Parks and Trails Master Plan during the next phase of the project.

10.3

Council Members Reports - External Bodies

11.

STAFF REPORTS

11.1

E-Kick Scooter Pilot

Report from the Director of Engineering.

• Recommendation:

  Authorize the Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project taking place within the District of Central Saanich that started on April 5, 2024.

12.

BYLAWS

12.1

Other than Development Application Bylaws

12.1.1

Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2183, 2024

Report from the April 8, 2024 RCM.

• Recommendation:

  That Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2183, 2024 be adopted.

12.1.2

Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2184, 2024

Report from the April 8, 2024 RCM.

• Recommendation:

  That Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2184, 2024 be adopted.

12.2

Development Application Bylaws

12.2.1

938 Verdier Avenue - Applications for Rezoning and Development Permit (Infill)

Minor amendment to change the reference to the new Zoning Bylaw. 

• Recommendation:

  That third reading of Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2079, 2023 be rescinded.

• Recommendation:

  That Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2079, 2023 be amended to change the references from the Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw No. 2072, 2021 to Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 2180, 2024, and citation of the bylaw be amended to Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2079, 2024.

• Recommendation:

  That Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2079, 2024 be given third reading, as amended.

12.2.2

1741 Verling Avenue - Application for Rezoning and ALC Non-Farm Use

Minor amendment to change the reference to the new Zoning Bylaw. 

• Recommendation:

  That third reading of Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2092, 2021 be rescinded.

• Recommendation:

  That Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2092, 2021 be amended to change the references from the Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw No. 2072, 2021 to Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 2180, 2024, and citation of the bylaw be amended to Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2092, 2024.

• Recommendation:

  That Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2092, 2024 be given third reading, as amended.

12.2.3

 1592 Verling Avenue – Rezoning for an Additional Accessory Dwelling Unit

Minor amendment to change the reference to the new Zoning Bylaw. 

• Recommendation:

  That third reading of Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2120, 2023 be rescinded.

• Recommendation:

  That Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2120, 2023 be amended to change the references from the Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw No. 2072, 2021 to Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 2180, 2024, and citation of the bylaw be amended to Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2120, 2024.

• Recommendation:

  That Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2120, 2024 be given third reading, as amended.

12.2.4

1445 Benvenuto Ave - Rezoning Application (Restaurant)

Public Hearing held April 22, 2024. Consideration of adoption of bylaw pending registration of covenant.

• Recommendation:

  That Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2156 (1445 Benvenuto Avenue) be given Third Reading. 

• Recommendation:

  That prior to bylaw adoption a covenant be registered to secure that the restaurant use is permitted subject to the following conditions (formerly outlined in the TUP):

  1. That approval under Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) resolution #143/2013 remains valid, including:
     1. Church & State Winery must maintain, at a minimum, the current level of grape production directly associated with the winery;
     2. The liquor products sold on the premises must be, to the greatest extent possible, those that derive the majority of agricultural inputs from agricultural producers in British Columbia to manufacture such liquor products, and the liquor products are brewed, distilled or fermented in British Columbia;
  2. The Owner shall manage its operations in a manner such that: 
     1. any music or other continuous noise (other than from normal farm practices), shall not exceed 60 decibels measured at the edges of the property;
     2. during special events Church and State staff will monitor sound levels at the property boundaries hourly after 8:00pm and make adjustments accordingly to ensure the average continuous sound level does not exceed the 60 decibel limit;
     3. hours of operation for outdoor events is restricted to 8:00pm;
     4. hours of operation for indoor events is restricted to 11:00pm, with no outside activity on the deck area of the winery building after 10:00pm;
     5. the number of events is limited to a maximum of 75 annually, 12 monthly or three weekly;
     6. during special events where outdoor activities are involved the number of people on the Winery property must not exceed the total occupant load of the Winery building (400 people);
     7. outdoor special events are restricted as follows:
        1. no more than eight events annually larger than 100 people to a maximum of 400 people, all of which will be subject to 14 day prior written notification to the District of Central Saanich and adjoining property owners of the Winery;
        2. smaller outdoor events are not to exceed 100 people;
     8. maintenance of a good neighbour policy to monitor and address any neighbourhood impacts from activities at the Winery.

12.2.5

REVISED: 755 Harding Lane – Application for Rezoning (F.A.R.)

Rescinding bylaw due to changes to basements. 

• Recommendation:

  That first, second, and third readings of Central Saanich Land Use Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 2118, 2023 be rescinded.

13.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

14.

NEW BUSINESS (Including Motions and Resolutions)

14.1

May 2024 Meeting Calendar

• Recommendation:

  That the May 13, 2024 Regular Council meeting start time be changed to 6:30 p.m.

15.

CORRESPONDENCE (Receive for General Information)

15.1

Victoria Family Court and Youth Justice Committee - 2023 Annual Report - March 8, 2024

For information.

15.2

Ministry of Agriculture and Food re Invitation for Presentation on Land Use Planning - March 22, 2024

For information.

15.3

Farmlands Trust Greater Victoria Society re Newman Farms Update - April 11, 2024

For information.

15.4

CRD re Invitation to Participate in Regional Transportation Governance Workshop - April 16, 2024

For information.

15.5

District of North Vancouver - Support for Resolution re Black Bear Cub Conflict Response - April 16, 2024

For information.

15.6

LATE: Corr Frumento, S re E-Kick Scooter Pilot Support - April 22, 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; and
  • (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.

  90(2) A part of a council meeting must be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to one or more of the following:

  • (b) the consideration of information received and held in confidence relating to negotiations between the municipality and a provincial government or the federal government or both, or between a provincial government or the federal government or both and a third party.

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

17.

ADJOURNMENT