City Council Minutes

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

9:30 A.m. - 5:00 P.m.

Council Chamber, 2nd floor, City Hall

Present:

• A. Sohi, 
• T. Cartmell, 
• S. Hamilton, 
• M. Janz, 
• A. Knack, 
• A. Paquette, 
• K. Principe, 
• J. Rice, 
• E. Rutherford, 
• A. Salvador, 
• A. Stevenson, 
• K. Tang, 
• and J. Wright 

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1.

Call to Order and Related Business

1.1

Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement

Deputy Mayor A. Knack called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2024, and acknowledged that City Council meets on the traditional land of Treaty 6 Territory and the Métis homeland. The Chair also acknowledged the diverse Indigenous peoples whose ancestors' footsteps have marked this territory for centuries such as: Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Nakota Sioux, as well as Métis and Inuit, and now settlers from around the world.

*Clerk's note: The May 14, 2024, City Council meeting was held over two days: May 14, 2024, and May 15, 2024.

1.2

Roll Call

Deputy Mayor A. Knack conducted roll call and confirmed the attendance of Members of City Council.

Mayor A. Sohi was absent with notice for a portion of the meeting.

Councillors S. Hamilton, K. Tang and J. Wright were absent without notice for a portion of the meeting.

E. Robar, Interim City Manager; and A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, M. de Guzman, B. Tyson and A. Karbashewski, Office of the City Clerk, were also in attendance.

1.3

Adoption of Agenda

• Moved by: S. Hamilton
  Seconded by: J. Rice

  That the May 14/15, 2024, City Council meeting agenda be adopted with the following changes:

  Additions:

  • 9.4 City Manager Update - Verbal report
    (Private pursuant to sections 21, 24 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
  • 9.6 City Manager Recruitment Update - Verbal report
    (Private pursuant to sections 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
  • 9.7 Councillor's Reporting on Intergovernmental Activities - External Agencies Appointments - Verbal report
    (Private pursuant to sections 21 and 24 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)

  Replacement report:

  • 10. Motions Pending
    - 10.2 Blatchford Scope Change and Sale of Lands (T. Cartmell)

  In Favour (11)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (11 to 0)

1.4

Approval of Minutes

• Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That the minutes from the following meetings be approved:

  • March 14, 2024, City Auditor Recruitment Committee
  • March 22, 2024, Special City Auditor Recruitment Committee
  • April 12, 2024, Special City Council
  • April 22, 2024, City Council Public Hearing
  • April 30, 2024, City Council - Non-Regular
  • May 8, 2024, City Council - Non-Regular
  • May 8, 2024, Special City Council

  In Favour (11)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (11 to 0)
• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson

  That approval of the April 23/24, 2024, City Council meeting minutes be postponed to the June 11, 2024, City Council meeting.

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

1.5

Protocol Items

1.5.1

Athlone School (A. Knack)

Deputy Mayor A. Knack, on behalf of City Council, welcomed the Grade 3 class from Athlone School in Ward Anirniq and their teacher, M. Deschner.

1.5.2

Moose Hide Campaign Day (A. Knack)

Deputy Mayor A. Knack, on behalf of City Council, recognized the Moose Hide Campaign. On May 16 of every year, this initiative brings together men and boys to stand up against violence towards women and children in Canada. This year, the Moose Hide Campaign will mark its 13th annual day of ceremony and solidarity.

1.5.3

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (A. Knack)

Deputy Mayor A. Knack, on behalf of City Council, recognized May 17 as International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. The City of Edmonton remains committed to supporting the LGBTQ2S+ community by creating a city where everyone feels safe, respected and included.

1.5.4

Mental Health Week (A. Knack)

Deputy Mayor A. Knack, on behalf of City Council, recognized that May 6 to 12 was Mental Health Week. Mental Health Week is an initiative led by the Canadian Mental Health Association, and this year’s theme was “A Call to be Kind.”

2.

Items for Discussion and Related Business

2.1

Select Items for Debate

The following items were selected for debate: 6.1, 7.1, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.7, 9.3, 9.4, 9.6 and 9.7.

2.2

Vote on Reports not Selected for Debate

• Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson

  That the recommendations in the following reports be approved:

  • 7.2 Fort Edmonton Management Company - Loan Request
  • 7.6 Edmonton Ski Club Replacement Ski Lodge - Environmental Impact Assessment and Site Location Study
  • 7.8 Waste Services Spring 2024 Supplemental Capital Budget Adjustment
  • 7.9 EPCOR Water Services - PBR Timeline and Guiding Principles
  • 9.1 Federation Of Canadian Municipalities - Council Member Nomination
  • 9.2 Edmonton Arts Council - Councillor Advisor Appointment Recommendation
  • 9.5 Councillors Budget Review Task Force  Recommendation Follow Up

  In Favour (12)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (12 to 0)

2.3

Requests to Speak

There were no Requests to Speak.

2.4

Requests for Specific Time on Agenda

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• E. Robar, Interim City Manager
• C. Taylor, Acting Chief People Officer and City Solicitor

• Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  That the following items be dealt with at a specific time on the agenda:

  • 7.4 City of Edmonton Youth Council - 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Work Plan - First item of business on Wednesday, May 15, 2024
  • 9.3 Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report - 3:45 p.m., on Tuesday, May 14, 2024

• Amendment:

  Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  That the request for time specific of 3:45 p.m., on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, for item 9.3 - Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report, be deleted.

  In Favour (11)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe
  Opposed (1)	A. Paquette

  Carried (11 to 1)

• Motion as Amended, put:

  Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  That the following item be dealt with at a specific time on the agenda:

  • 7.4 City of Edmonton Youth Council - 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Work Plan - First item of business on Wednesday, May 15, 2024

  In Favour (12)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (12 to 0)

2.5

Vote on Bylaws not Selected for Debate

• Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: E. Rutherford

  That the following Bylaws be read a first time:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20769 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to construct, finance and assess Residential Alley Reconstruction Local Improvements on A/N 89 Avenue from A/W 109 Street to 110 Street
  • 8.3 Bylaw 20814 - Entertainment District Bylaw

  In Favour (12)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: E. Rutherford

  That the following Bylaws be read a second time:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20769 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to construct, finance and assess Residential Alley Reconstruction Local Improvements on A/N 89 Avenue from A/W 109 Street to 110 Street
  • 8.2 Bylaw 20796 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to lend money to a non-profit organization, Fort Edmonton Management Company
  • 8.3 Bylaw 20814 - Entertainment District Bylaw

  In Favour (12)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: E. Rutherford

  That the following Bylaws be considered for third reading:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20769 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to construct, finance and assess Residential Alley Reconstruction Local Improvements on A/N 89 Avenue from A/W 109 Street to 110 Street
  • 8.3 Bylaw 20814 - Entertainment District Bylaw

  In Favour (12)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: E. Rutherford

  That the following Bylaws be read a third time:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20769 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to construct, finance and assess Residential Alley Reconstruction Local Improvements on A/N 89 Avenue from A/W 109 Street to 110 Street
  • 8.2 Bylaw 20796 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to lend money to a non-profit organization, Fort Edmonton Management Company
  • 8.3 Bylaw 20814 - Entertainment District Bylaw

  In Favour (12)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (12 to 0)

3.

Councillor Inquiries

3.1

132 Avenue Project (E. Rutherford)

Can Administration provide a memo with a cost breakdown for the 132 Avenue Renewal (West 97 street - 127 street and East Fort Road to 97 Street) Project that includes the following:

• an itemized list of the scope, scale and budget for growth and enhancements, in comparison to renewal work; and
• an outline of the financial and other implications or risks associated with cancellation of the project?

4.

Reports to be Dealt with at a Different Meeting

There were no Reports to be Dealt with at a Different Meeting.

5.

Requests to Reschedule Reports

There were no Requests to Reschedule Reports.

6.

Unfinished Business

6.1

Bill 20 Update

The following members of Administration’s delegation made a presentation and answered questions:

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk and Returning Officer
• T. Ward, Office of the City Clerk
• N. Jacobsen, Employee and Legal Services

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• E. Robar, Interim City Manager

• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson

  That the May 8, 2024, Office of the City Clerk verbal report OCC02492, be received for information.

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

7.

Public Reports

7.1

2023 Edmonton Police Service Annual Report

The following members of the delegation made a presentation and answered questions:

• J. McDougall, Edmonton Police Commission
• B. Harker, Edmonton Police Service

The following members of the delegation answered questions:

• L. Lorenz, Edmonton Police Service
• E. Okere, Edmonton Police Service
• M. Barker, Edmonton Police Commission
• D. McIntyre, Edmonton Police Service
• D. Derko, Edmonton Police Service
• D. Laforce, Edmonton Police Service
• A. Lambert, Edmonton Police Commission
• P. Mitsuka, Edmonton Police Service
• J. Krikler, Edmonton Police Service

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
• J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
  

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

• Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  That the May 14, 2024, Edmonton Police Service report EXT02270, be received for information.

  In Favour (12)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe
  Opposed (1)	M. Janz

  Carried (12 to 1)

• The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

  • M. Plouffe, Chief People Officer and City Solicitor
  • C. Taylor, Acting Chief People Officer and City Solicitor

  A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

  Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: K. Tang

  That Administration work with the Edmonton Police Commission to develop a more regular schedule for check-ins at City Council and that some topics to be discussed would include, but not be limited to, control tactics and allowing the City Auditor to complete an audit.

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

7.2

Fort Edmonton Management Company - Loan Request

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.2. The following motion carried:

1. That the terms of the loan agreement, between the City of Edmonton and Fort Edmonton Management Company (FEMCo), for an amount not to exceed $1.5 million, as outlined in Attachment 1 of the March 20, 2024, Community Services report CS02368, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
2. That $1.5 million be appropriated from the Financial Stabilization Reserve in the event of a default of the loan.

7.3

Edmonton Salutes Committee - 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Work Plan

The following member of the delegation made a presentation and answered questions:

•  B. Hodgson, Edmonton Salutes Committee

• Moved by: K. Principe
  Seconded by: E. Rutherford

  That the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02283, be received for information.

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

7.4

City of Edmonton Youth Council - 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Work Plan

The following member of Administration’s delegation made a presentation:

• M. Everett, Office of the City Clerk

The following members of the delegation made a presentation and answered questions:

• L. Peddi, City of Edmonton Youth Council
• R. Arvikar, City of Edmonton Youth Council

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• N. Jacobsen, Employee and Legal Services
• M. Cheung, Community Services

• Moved by: A. Salvador
  Seconded by: M. Janz

  That the City of Edmonton Youth Council’s request to establish three sub-committees for the 2024 Work Plan, as outlined in Attachment 3 of the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02274, be approved.

  In Favour (11)

  A. Knack, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (11 to 0)

7.5

City of Edmonton Recreation Facilities Naming Rights and Sponsorship Update - Namesale Approval for Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
• R. Jevne, Community Services
• K. Brockhoff, Community Services
  

• Moved by: K. Principe
  Seconded by: J. Rice
  1. That the Naming Rights Agreement, as outlined in Attachments 1 and 2 of the April 29, 2024, Community Services report CS02463, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager. 
  2. That Attachments 1 and 5 of the April 29, 2024, Community Services report CS02463 remain private pursuant to section 29 (information that is or will be available to the public) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
  3. That Attachments 2, 3 and 4 of the April 29, 2024, Community Services report CS02463 remain private pursuant to sections 16 (disclosure harmful to the business interests of a third party), 24 (advice from officials) and 25 (disclosure harmful to economic and other interests of a public body) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  In Favour (9)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, J. Rice, K. Tang, A. Stevenson, and K. Principe
  Opposed (4)	A. Salvador, M. Janz, E. Rutherford, and J. Wright

  Carried (9 to 4)

7.6

Edmonton Ski Club Replacement Ski Lodge - Environmental Impact Assessment and Site Location Study

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.2. The following motion carried:

1. That the Edmonton Ski Club Replacement Ski Lodge - Environmental Impact Assessment and Site Location Study, as outlined in Attachments 1 and 2 of the May 2, 2024, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02236, be approved.
2. That the location of the Replacement Ski Lodge, as outlined in Attachment 2 of the May 2, 2024, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02236, be deemed essential, pursuant to the North Saskatchewan River Valley Area Redevelopment Plan, Bylaw 7188.

7.7

Citadel Theatre - Lease Approval

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• B. Jarocki, Financial and Corporate Services
• C. Bull, Financial and Corporate Services
• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
• P. Ladouceur, Integrated Infrastructure Services

• Motion 1:

  Moved by: A. Salvador
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson
  1. That a lease agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Citadel Theatre, as outlined in Attachment 1 of the May 3, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02006, be approved, and that the lease agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
  2. That Administration prepare a funded service package for consideration by Council during the Fall 2024 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment to increase funding to support the City’s ongoing repair and maintenance obligations for the Citadel Theatre, as outlined in the May 3, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02006.

• Amendment to Motion 1:

  Moved by: K. Principe
  Seconded by: J. Rice

  That Attachment 1 of the May 3, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02006 be amended to change the term of the lease agreement from 10 years to 5 years and to remove the two 5-year options to extend the term of the lease.

  In Favour (2)	J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Opposed (11)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright

  Defeated (2 to 11)

• Motion 1, put:

  Moved by: A. Salvador
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson
  1. That a lease agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Citadel Theatre, as outlined in Attachment 1 of the May 3, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02006, be approved, and that the lease agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
  2. That Administration prepare a funded service package for consideration by Council during the Fall 2024 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment to increase funding to support the City’s ongoing repair and maintenance obligations for the Citadel Theatre, as outlined in the May 3, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02006.

  In Favour (11)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (2)	J. Rice, and K. Principe

  Carried (11 to 2)

• Motion 2:

  Moved by: K. Principe
  Seconded by: J. Rice

  That Administration provide a report and return to Committee on: 

  1. exploring the potential sale options of the Citadel Theatre; and
  2. the possibility and feasibility of building residential or other development on top of the Citadel Theatre.

  Due Date: First Quarter 2025

• 
  A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

  Motion to Close Debate/Previous Question on Motion 2 of item 7.7:

  Moved by: A. Paquette

  That the debate on the motion on the floor be closed (previous question).

  The Chair ruled against previous question.

  No one challenged the Chair's ruling.

  
  

• Motion 2, put:

  Moved by: K. Principe
  Seconded by: J. Rice

  That Administration provide a report and return to Committee on: 

  1. exploring the potential sale options of the Citadel Theatre; and
  2. the possibility and feasibility of building residential or other development on top of the Citadel Theatre.

  Due Date: First Quarter 2025

• Amendment to Motion 2:

  Moved by: S. Hamilton
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Part 2 be deleted.

  In Favour (12)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe
  Opposed (1)	A. Paquette

  Carried (12 to 1)

• Motion 2, as Amended, put:

  Moved by: K. Principe
  Seconded by: J. Rice

  That Administration provide a report and return to Committee on exploring the potential sale options of the Citadel Theatre.

  Due Date: First Quarter 2025

  In Favour (3)	S. Hamilton, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Opposed (10)	A. Knack, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright

  Defeated (3 to 10)

7.8

Waste Services Spring 2024 Supplemental Capital Budget Adjustment

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.2. The following motion carried:

That the four funding source adjustments in the Waste Services IIS Infrastructure Delivery (CM-81-2045), Waste Containers (CM-81-2005), Waste Services Facilities, Infrastructure and Process Equipment (CM-81-2047) and Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Renewal (20-81-2020) capital profiles, as set out in Attachment 1 of the May 6, 2024, City Operations report CO02356, be approved.

7.9

EPCOR Water Services - PBR Timeline and Guiding Principles

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.2. The following motion carried:

That the regulatory schedule and guiding objectives, as set out in Attachment 1 of the May 6, 2024, EPCOR Water Services Incorporated report EXT02465, to assess the performance based regulation rates application to establish new rates for wastewater collection and wastewater treatment, effective April 1, 2025, be approved.

8.

Bylaws

8.1

Bylaw 20769 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to construct, finance and assess Residential Alley Reconstruction Local Improvements on A/N 89 Avenue from A/W 109 Street to 110 Street

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20769 received three readings.

8.2

Bylaw 20796 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to lend money to a non-profit organization, Fort Edmonton Management Company

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20796 received second and third readings.

8.3

Bylaw 20814 - Entertainment District Bylaw

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20814 received three readings.

9.

Private Reports

• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: J. Rice

  That City Council meet in private pursuant to sections 21 (disclosure harmful to intergovernmental relations), 24 (advice from officials), 25 (disclosure harmful to economic and other interests of a public body) and 27 (privileged information) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the discussion of items 9.3, 9.4, 9.6 and 9.7.

  With the unanimous consent of City Council, the motion carried.

  City Council met in private at 12:04 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Salvador

  That City Council meet in public.

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

  City Council met in public at 4:58 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

  
  

9.1

Federation Of Canadian Municipalities - Council Member Nomination

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.2. The following motion carried:

1. That the actions outlined in Attachment 1 of the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02449, be approved.
2. That the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02449 remain private pursuant to sections 17 (disclosure harmful to personal privacy) and 24 (advice from officials) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
3. That Attachment 1 of the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02449 remain private pursuant to section 29 (information that is or will be available to the public) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

9.2

Edmonton Arts Council - Councillor Advisor Appointment Recommendation

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.2. The following motion carried:

1. That the action outlined in Attachment 1 of the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02450, be approved.
2. That the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02450 remain private pursuant to sections 17 (disclosure harmful to personal privacy) and 24 (advice from officials) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
3. That Attachment 1 of the May 14, 2024 Office of City Clerk report OCC02450 remain private pursuant to section 29 (information that is or will be available to the public) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

9.3

Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report

The following members of Administration's delegation made a presentation and answered questions:

• C. Taylor, Acting Chief People Officer and City Solicitor
• E. Robar, Interim City Manager

The following member of Administration's delegation made a presentation:

• H. Hamilton, Chief Communications Officer

The following members of Administration's delegation answered questions:

• J. Fitzgerald, Employee and Legal Services
• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services

• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson
  1. That the May 14, 2024, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS02472, be received for information.
  2. That the May 14, 2024, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS02472 remain private pursuant to sections 24 (advice from officials) and 25 (disclosure harmful to economic and other interests of a public body) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

9.4

City Manager Update - Verbal report

The following members of Administration’s delegation made a presentation and answered questions:

• K. Petrin, Deputy City Manager, Urban Planning and Economy
• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• E. Robar, Interim City Manager
• C. Walbaum, Acting Deputy City Manager, Integrated Infrastructure Services

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson
  1. That the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Manager verbal report OCM02491, be received for information.
  2. That the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Manager verbal report OCM02491 remain private pursuant to sections 21 (disclosure harmful to intergovernmental relations), 24 (advice from officials) and 27 (privileged information) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  In Favour (11)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and K. Principe

  Carried (11 to 0)

9.5

Councillors Budget Review Task Force Recommendation Follow Up

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.2. The following motion carried:

That the Office of the Councillors Budget Review Task Force: Final Report (OCC01933) be made available to the public and redacted as required by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

9.6

City Manager Recruitment Update - Verbal report

The following member of Administration’s delegation made a presentation and answered questions:

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk

• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson
  1. That the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk verbal report OCC02495, be received for information.
  2. That the May 14, 2024, Office of the City Clerk verbal report OCC02495 remain private pursuant to sections 24 (advice from officials) and 25 (disclosure harmful to economic and other interests of a public body) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

9.7

Councillor's Reporting on Intergovernmental Activities - External Agencies Appointments - Verbal report

*Clerk's note: Due to time constraints at the May 14/15, 2024, City Council meeting, Council did not discuss item 9.7 and was postponed to the June 11, 2024, City Council meeting.

• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson

  That the May 14, 2024, Office of the Mayor verbal report MO02496, be postponed to the June 11, 2024, City Council meeting.

  Due Date: June 11, 2024, City Council

  In Favour (13)

  A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (13 to 0)

10.

Motions Pending

10.1

Project Management Costs Review (T. Cartmell)

Councillor T. Cartmell stated that they would not be making the motion for which they had given notice at the April 9, 2024, Urban Planning Committee meeting.

10.2

Blatchford Scope Change and Sale of Lands (T. Cartmell)

Councillor T. Cartmell stated the next regular meeting of City Council, the following motion would be moved: 

That Administration provide a report on:

1. reducing the scope and area of the Blatchford Energy Utility to the current footprint (Stages 1 to 5, Blatchford Market and Civic Plaza Areas);
2. reducing the area of the application of current Blatchford policies to the above reduced footprint of the Blatchford Energy Utility;
3. offering all remaining Blatchford land to private sector developers on a competitive basis to be developed in a manner similar to greenfield and large infill developments, including all current density and growth management policies that apply to such development, including the Edmonton Metropolitan Region Board, Regional Growth Plan and the City Plan; and
4. an updated analysis on the potential revenue that would be generated for the City for Edmonton from the aforementioned actions.

• Notice of Motion Given: May 6, 2024, Utility Committee
• Laid Over: May 14/15, 2024, City Council to June 11/12, 2024, City Council

11.

Notices of Motion and Motions without Customary Notice

11.1

Downtown Vision Refresh Update (A. Stevenson)

Councillor A. Stevenson stated that at the next regular meeting of Urban Planning Committee, the following motion would be moved:

That Administration provide a memo on the work underway on the downtown vision refresh, including the establishment of an education and innovation district and opportunities for partnerships.

• Notice of Motion Given: May 14/15, 2024, City Council

11.2

Bylaw XXXXX - Amendments to Bylaw 18155 - Council Procedures Bylaw (S. Hamilton)

Councillor S. Hamilton stated that at the next regular meeting of City Council, the following motion would be moved:

1. That Administration prepare amendments to Bylaw 18155, Council Procedures Bylaw, to require members of Council participating by video conference to have their cameras on without a virtual background when speaking to an item, voting or asking questions.
2. That Administration prepare amendments to Bylaw 18155, Council Procedures Bylaw, to change the distribution date for agendas from 10 clear days prior to the meeting to the Thursday prior to the meeting.

• Notice of Motion Given: May 14/15, 2024, City Council

12.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 5:02 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2024.