City Council Public Hearing Minutes

Tuesday, February 09, 2021

1:30 P.m. - 9:30 P.m.

Council Chamber, 2nd floor, City Hall

Present:

• D. Iveson,
• M. Banga,
• T. Cartmell,
• T. Caterina,
• J. Dziadyk,
• B. Esslinger,
• S. Hamilton,
• B. Henderson,
• A. Knack,
• S. McKeen,
• M. Nickel,
• A. Paquette,
• and M. Walters

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1.

Call to Order and Related Business

1.1

Call to Order

Mayor D. Iveson called the meeting to order at 1:31 p.m., Tuesday, February 9, 2021, and acknowledged that City Council meets on the traditional land of Treaty 6 Territory. 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 Metis and Inuit, and now settlers from around the world.

1.2

Roll Call

Mayor D. Iveson conducted roll call and confirmed the attendance of Members of City Council. 

Councillors M. Banga, T. Cartmell, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, A. Knack, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette and M. Walters participated electronically. 

Councillor M. Walters was absent with notice for a portion of the meeting.

K. Gibson, M. Barnes and R. Zheng, Office of the City Clerk, were also in attendance.

1.3

Adoption of Agenda

• Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That the February 9, 2021, City Council Public Hearing agenda be adopted.

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, M. Banga, T. Cartmell, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, B. Henderson, A. Knack, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, and A. Paquette

  Carried (12 to 0)

1.4

Protocol Items

1.

Bisset School (D. Iveson)

Mayor D. Iveson, on behalf of City Council, welcomed the grade 3 class from Bisset School in Ward 12, and their teacher J. Moore.

2.

Explanation of Public Hearing Process

2.1

Call for Persons to Speak

Mayor D. Iveson explained the public hearing process. K. Gibson, Office of the City Clerk, asked whether there were any persons present to speak to the following bylaws:

Bylaw 19151
In favour: C. Thiessen (to answer questions only).

Bylaw 19152
In favour: C. Thiessen (to answer questions only).

Charter Bylaw 19546
In favour: E. Shillington, Stantec; and P. Tsoukalas, Brookfield Residential (to answer questions only).

Charter Bylaw 19547
Opposed: M. Dumkee.

Charter Bylaw 19502
In favour: C. Yoneliunas, Official Edmonton Alberta Airbnb Host Club.
Opposed: A. Ogunlana.

Charter Bylaw 19503
In favour: A. Bolen, M. Graham and M. Samji, Infill Development in Edmonton Association; and A. Salvador, YEGarden Suites. C. Jersak, Infill Development in Edmonton Association (to answer questions only).
Opposed: B. Zubot, S. Bolton and D. Forbes, Parkallen Community League; and J. Hardstaff.

3.

Bylaws and Related Reports

• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: M. Nickel

  That the Public Hearing on the following Bylaws be closed:

  • 3.1 Bylaw 19151 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of 26 Avenue SW, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.2 Bylaw 19152 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of James Mowatt Trail, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.3 Charter Bylaw 19546 - To allow for low density residential development, Chappelle

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: M. Nickel

  That the following Bylaws be read a first time:

  • 3.1 Bylaw 19151 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of 26 Avenue SW, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.2 Bylaw 19152 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of James Mowatt Trail, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.3 Charter Bylaw 19546 - To allow for low density residential development, Chappelle

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: M. Nickel

  That the following Bylaws be read a second time:

  • 3.1 Bylaw 19151 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of 26 Avenue SW, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.2 Bylaw 19152 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of James Mowatt Trail, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.3 Charter Bylaw 19546 - To allow for low density residential development, Chappelle

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: M. Nickel

  That the following Bylaws be considered for third reading:

  • 3.1 Bylaw 19151 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of 26 Avenue SW, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.2 Bylaw 19152 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of James Mowatt Trail, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.3 Charter Bylaw 19546 - To allow for low density residential development, Chappelle

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: M. Nickel

  That the following Bylaws be read a third time:

  • 3.1 Bylaw 19151 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of 26 Avenue SW, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.2 Bylaw 19152 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of James Mowatt Trail, Heritage Valley Town Centre
  • 3.3 Charter Bylaw 19546 - To allow for low density residential development, Chappelle

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (12 to 0)

3.1

Bylaw 19151 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of 26 Avenue SW, Heritage Valley Town Centre

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 3. Bylaw 19151 received three readings.

3.2

Bylaw 19152 - To close portions of 127 Street SW, located west of James Mowatt Trail, Heritage Valley Town Centre

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 3. Bylaw 19152 received three readings.

3.3

Charter Bylaw 19546 - To allow for low density residential development, Chappelle

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 3. Charter Bylaw 19546 received three readings.

3.4

Charter Bylaw 19547 - To allow for Industrial Business uses, Prince Rupert

• Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That Bylaw 19547 be referred to the March 16, 2021, City Council Public Hearing and include additional information regarding Provincial standards and regulations for the operation of crematoriums. 

  Due Date: March 16, 2021

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (12 to 0)

3.5

Charter Bylaw 19502 - Omnibus Text Amendments to Zoning Bylaw 12800

K. Petrin and A. Shamchuk, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, made a presentation.

C. Yoneliunas, Official Edmonton Alberta Airbnb Host Club; and A. Ogunlana, made presentations.

K. Petrin and A. Shamchuk, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, answered questions.

Mayor D. Iveson asked if there was anyone in attendance who wished to speak to new information. There was no one.

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That the Public Hearing on Charter Bylaw 19502 be closed.

  In Favour (13)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Charter Bylaw 19502 be read a first time.

  In Favour (13)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Charter Bylaw 19502 be read a second time.

  In Favour (13)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Charter Bylaw 19502 be considered for third reading.

  In Favour (13)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Charter Bylaw 19502 be read a third time.

  In Favour (13)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (13 to 0)

3.6

Charter Bylaw 19503 - Bold Moves Text Amendments to Zoning Bylaw 12800

K. Petrin and A. Shamchuk, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, made a presentation.

A. Bolen and M. Samji, Infill Development in Edmonton Association, made presentations and answered questions. M. Graham, Infill Development in Edmonton Association; and A. Salvador, YEGarden Suites, made presentations. C. Jersak, Infill Development in Edmonton Association, answered questions.

D. Forbes, Parkallen Community League, made a presentation. B. Zubot and S. Bolton, Parkallen Community League; and J. Hardstaff, made presentations and answered questions.

J. Inkpen, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services); and K. Petrin, T. Illingworth and A. Shamchuk, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, answered questions.

Mayor D. Iveson asked if there was anyone in attendance who wished to speak to new information. B. Zubot and D. Forbes, Parkallen Community League; and J. Hardstaff, made presentations.

K. Petrin and A. Shamchuk, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, answered questions.

Mayor D. Iveson asked if there was anyone in attendance who wished to speak to new information. B. Zubot, Parkallen Community League; and M. Graham, Infill Development in Edmonton Association, made presentations.

Mayor D. Iveson asked if there was anyone in attendance who wished to speak to new information. There was no one.

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That the Public Hearing on Charter Bylaw 19503 be closed.

  In Favour (13)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Charter Bylaw 19503 be read a first time.

  In Favour (12)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (12 to 1)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Charter Bylaw 19503 be read a second time.

  In Favour (12)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (12 to 1)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Charter Bylaw 19503 be considered for third reading.

  In Favour (13)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Charter Bylaw 19503 be read a third time.

  In Favour (12)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Walters, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (12 to 1)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  Air Conditioners - Possible Tools to Minimize Nuisance Conditions

  That Administration review possible tools, including the Community Standards Bylaw, to minimize the nuisance conditions on neighbours created by air conditioners and provide a report to Committee. 

  Due Date: Third Quarter 2021, Community and Public Service Committee
  

  K. Petrin, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, answered questions.

  In Favour (12)

  D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Carried (12 to 0)

4.

Notices of Motion and Motions without Customary Notice

4.1

Potential Impacts to City of Edmonton Headwaters

Councillor A. Paquette stated that at the next regular meeting of City Council, he would move the following motion:

1. That Administration, in consultation with EPCOR, return to Utility Committee with a report on the following:

• The potential impacts to City of Edmonton headwaters that may result from the four currently approved coal mining projects, and for future mining projects should the Government of Alberta choose to rescind the 1976 coal mining policy.
• An outline of tools the municipality has to protect these headwaters, including but not limited to mitigation for potential impacts of high rates of selenium in our water supply and the possibility of the municipality working in regional partnership to seek intervener status with the provincial government.
• Recommendations on the feasibility of developing a headwater protection strategy for the City of Edmonton.

2. That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, write a letter to the provincial government to request municipalities be consulted as major stakeholders on future coal policy change.

• Notice of Motion Given: February 9, 2021, City Council Public Hearing

5.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 4:16 p.m., Tuesday, February 9, 2021.