City Council - Minutes

Tuesday, April 08, 2025

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

Council Chamber, 2nd floor, City Hall

Present:

• K. Principe, 
• T. Cartmell, 
• S. Hamilton, 
• M. Janz, 
• A. Knack, 
• A. Paquette, 
• 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 K. Principe called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 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 April 8, 2025, City Council meeting was held over two days: April 8, 2025, and April 9, 2025.

1.2

Roll Call

Deputy Mayor K. Principe conducted roll call and confirmed the attendance of Members of City Council.

Councillor E. Rutherford was absent with notice for a portion of the meeting.

Mayor A. Sohi was absent as per the leave of absence authorized by City Council on March 24, 2025.

E. Robar, City Manager; and A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, T. Day, J. Taves and D. Molloy, Office of the City Clerk, were also in attendance.

1.3

Adoption of Agenda

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

  That the April 8/9, 2025, City Council meeting agenda be adopted with the following changes:

  Additions:

  • 7.2 Community Mobilization Task Force on Housing and Houselessness - Final Report
  • 7.3 Options to Further Enhance LRT Safety - Further Analysis
  • 9.2 Collective Bargaining Update - CUPE 30 Tentative Agreement Ratification
    (Private pursuant to sections 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
  • 9.3 Collective Bargaining Update #2 - Verbal report
    (Private pursuant to sections 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
  • 9.4 Collective Bargaining Update #3 - Verbal report
    (Private pursuant to sections 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
  • 9.5 Legal Update - Verbal report and Attachment 1
    (Private pursuant to sections 21, 24 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
  • 9.6 City Auditor Update 2025 #4 - Verbal report and Attachment 1
    (Private pursuant to sections 24 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)

  Replacement report:

  • 7.4 Regional Plan of Action to Address Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health and Addictions
    - Community and Public Services Committee report

  Replacement attachment:

  • 9.1 Collaborative Economic Development Memorandum of Understanding
    - Attachment 1
    (Private pursuant to sections 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)

  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)

1.4

Approval of Minutes

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

  That the minutes from the following meetings be approved:

  • March 17, 2025, City Council Public Hearing
  • March 18/19, 2025, City Council
  • March 24, 2025, Special City Council

  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)

1.5

Protocol Items

1.5.1

Celebrate Diversity Month (K. Principe)

Deputy Mayor K. Principe, on behalf of City Council, recognized April as Celebrate Diversity Month, a time to recognize and honour the world's diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, while promoting inclusivity and understanding.

1.5.2

Recognizing the Achievements of the Development Services Team (K. Principe)

Deputy Mayor K. Principe, on behalf of City Council, recognized the achievements of the Development Services Branch, and Edmonton's ranking as number one in the Canadian Home Builders' Association's 2024 Municipal Benchmarking Study.

1.5.3

Al Rashid Mosque (K. Principe)

Deputy Mayor K. Principe, on behalf of City Council, recognized Al Rashid Mosque's unwavering dedication and profound impact on Edmonton's extreme weather response. Since 2019, Al Rashid Mosque has been providing vital overnight shelter services during periods of extreme cold weather, offering a lifeline to some of our city’s most vulnerable residents.

1.5.4

Garneau School (K. Principe)

Deputy Mayor K. Principe, on behalf of City Council, welcomed the Grade 5 and 6 classes from Garneau School in Ward papastew and their teachers, M. Chell and T. Hornbeck.

1.5.5

Annunciation School (K. Principe)

Deputy Mayor K. Principe, on behalf of City Council, welcomed the Grade 5 and 6 class from Annunciation School in Ward sipiwiyiniwak and their teacher, K. Byker.

2.

Items for Discussion and Related Business

2.1

Select Items for Debate

The following items were selected for debate: 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.5, 7.7, 7.8, 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.4, 9.5 and 9.6.

2.2

Vote on Reports not Selected for Debate

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

  That the recommendations in the following reports be approved:

  • 7.4 Regional Plan of Action to Address Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health and Addictions
  • 7.6 Public Engagement Policy Renewal

  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

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• K. Petrin, Deputy City Manager, Urban Planning and Economy

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

  That City Council hear from the following speakers, in panels when appropriate:

  • 7.2 Community Mobilization Task Force on Housing and Houselessness - Final Report

  1. 1. J. Evans
     2. G. Puligandla, Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton Region
     3. D. Prodan, Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton Region

  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)

2.4

Requests for Specific Time on Agenda

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

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

  • 9.6 City Auditor Update 2025 #4 - Verbal report - 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, April 9, 2025

  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: A. Knack

  That the following Bylaws be read a first time:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 21062 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to undertake, construct and finance Waste Services Project, Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Energy Transition Portfolio
  • 8.2 Bylaw 21063 - To amend Bylaw 20392, City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Project, Climate Resilient City Facility Upgrades, Amendment #3
  • 8.3 Bylaw 21058 - Closure of Vehicular Access to Titled Parcels for Active Transportation Implementation Acceleration 2025 Program
  • 8.4 Bylaw 21072 - To Designate the Stewart Residence as a Municipal Historic Resource

  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: A. Knack

  That the following Bylaws be read a second time:

  • 8.3 Bylaw 21058 - Closure of Vehicular Access to Titled Parcels for Active Transportation Implementation Acceleration 2025 Program
  • 8.4 Bylaw 21072 - To Designate the Stewart Residence as a Municipal Historic Resource

  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: A. Knack

  That the following Bylaws be considered for third reading:

  • 8.3 Bylaw 21058 - Closure of Vehicular Access to Titled Parcels for Active Transportation Implementation Acceleration 2025 Program
  • 8.4 Bylaw 21072 - To Designate the Stewart Residence as a Municipal Historic Resource

  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: A. Knack

  That the following Bylaws be read a third time:

  • 8.3 Bylaw 21058 - Closure of Vehicular Access to Titled Parcels for Active Transportation Implementation Acceleration 2025 Program
  • 8.4 Bylaw 21072 - To Designate the Stewart Residence as a Municipal Historic Resource

  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

There were no Councillor Inquiries.

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

Bylaw 21111 - City Auditor Bylaw

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

• J. Mryglod, City Auditor

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

The following member of Administration's delegation answered questions:

• M. Gunther, Acting City Solicitor

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

  That Bylaw 21111 be read a first time.

  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: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Bylaw 21111 be read a second time.

  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: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Bylaw 21111 be considered for third reading.

  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: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Bylaw 21111 be read a third time.

  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)

6.2

Bylaw 21120 - Amendments to Bylaw 18156 Council Committees Bylaw

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk
• K. Petrin, Deputy City Manager, Urban Planning and Economy

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: S. Hamilton

  That Bylaw 21120 be read a first time.

  In Favour (10)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, A. Stevenson, and K. Principe
  Opposed (2)	E. Rutherford, and J. Wright

  Carried (10 to 2)
• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: S. Hamilton

  That Bylaw 21120 be read a second time.

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

  Carried (11 to 1)
• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: S. Hamilton

  That Bylaw 21120 be considered for third reading.

  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: K. Tang
  Seconded by: S. Hamilton

  That Bylaw 21120 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (11 to 1)
• Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: K. Tang

  That City Council meet in private pursuant to section 17 (disclosure harmful to personal privacy) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the discussion of item 6.2.

  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)

  City Council met in private at 10:55 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

  The following member of Administration's delegation answered questions:

  • A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk
  
  
• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  That City Council meet in public.

  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)

  City Council met in public at 11:13 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

  
  
• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: E. Rutherford
  1. That Councillor M. Janz be removed as a member of Utility Committee for the remainder of the 2021 to 2025 Council term.
  2. That the following Councillors be appointed to Infrastructure Committee for the remainder of the 2021 to 2025 Council term:

  • • T. Cartmell;
    • S. Hamilton;
    • M. Janz; and
    • A. Salvador.

  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)

6.3

Downtown Workspace Optimization

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

• P. Ladouceur, Integrated Infrastructure Services

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

  That City Council meet in private pursuant to sections 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 item 6.3.

  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)

  City Council met in private at 11:22 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

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

  • B. Jarocki, Financial and Corporate Services

  The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

  • P. Ladouceur, Integrated Infrastructure Services
  • C. Walbaum, Acting Deputy City Manager, Integrated Infrastructure Services
  • C. Felske, Integrated Infrastructure Services
  • M. Gunther, Acting City Solicitor
  
  
• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson

  That City Council meet in public.

  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)

  City Council met in public at 11:59 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

  The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

  • B. Jarocki, Financial and Corporate Services
  • P. Ladouceur, Integrated Infrastructure Services
  • C. Walbaum, Acting Deputy City Manager, Integrated Infrastructure Services
  • S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
  
  
• Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette
  1. That capital profile 24-10-0400 - Downtown Workspace Optimization, as outlined in Attachment 1 of the March 5, 2025, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02821, be approved. 
  2. That sales proceeds and operational savings resulting from the disposition of Century Place and Chancery Hall, as outlined in Attachment 2 of the March 5, 2025, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02821, be redirected to the Interim Financing Reserve until the $22,700,000 of capital costs financed on an interim basis have been recovered. 
  3. That Administration provide a report on the options for resolving the parkade revenue sharing agreement with Winspear, and that the sale of Century Place be held in abeyance until this report returns to Executive Committee.
  4. That Attachments 2, 3 and 4 of the March 5, 2025, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02821 remain private pursuant to sections 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.

• Amendment:

  Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: J. Rice
  1. That Parts 1 and 2 be replaced with the following: "That Administration provide a report to Committee summarizing all market research related to the potential sale of Century Place and Chancery Hall."
  2. That Part 3 be amended by deleting "and that the sale of Century Place be held in abeyance until this report returns to Executive Committee."

• With the unanimous consent of City Council, Councillor T. Cartmell restated the above amendment.

  Amendment, put:

  Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: J. Rice

  That Parts 1 and 2 be replaced with the following: "That Administration provide a report to Committee summarizing all bids received from public offering Century Place and Chancery Hall for sale prior to entering into any further negotiations or sale agreements."

  In Favour (9)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, J. Wright, and K. Principe
  Opposed (3)	A. Salvador, E. Rutherford, and A. Stevenson

  Carried (9 to 3)

• With the unanimous consent of City Council, Part 2 of the amended motion was amended to replace "sale" with "public offering".

  Motion as Amended:

  Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette
  1. That Administration provide a report to Committee summarizing all bids received from publicly offering Century Place and Chancery Hall for sale prior to entering into any further negotiations or sale agreements.
  2. That Administration provide a report on the options for resolving the parkade revenue sharing agreement with Winspear, and that the public offering of Century Place be held in abeyance until this report returns to Executive Committee.
  3. That Attachments 2, 3 and 4 of the March 5, 2025, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02821 remain private pursuant to sections 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.

  Members of City Council requested that the motion be split for voting purposes.

  
  

• Part 1 of Motion, put:

  Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  1. That Administration provide a report to Committee summarizing all bids received from public offering Century Place and Chancery Hall for sale prior to entering into any further negotiations or sale agreements.

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

  Carried (11 to 1)

• Part 2 of Motion, put:

  Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  2. That Administration provide a report on the options for resolving the parkade revenue sharing agreement with Winspear, and that the public offering of Century Place be held in abeyance until this report returns to Executive Committee.

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

  Carried (11 to 1)

• Part 3 of Motion, put:

  Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  3. That Attachments 2, 3 and 4 of the March 5, 2025, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02821 remain private pursuant to sections 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.

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

  
  

• Summary of Council's Decision on item 6.3:

  Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  Chancery Hall & Century Place Public Offering Update

  1. That Administration provide a report to Committee summarizing all bids received from publicly offering Century Place and Chancery Hall for sale prior to entering into any further negotiations or sale agreements.

  Due Date: August 13, 2025, Executive Committee

  Options to Resolve Winspear Parkade Revenue Sharing Agreement

  2. That Administration provide a report on the options for resolving the parkade revenue sharing agreement with Winspear, and that the public offering of Century Place be held in abeyance until this report returns to Executive Committee.

  Due Date: August 13, 2025, Executive Committee

  3. That Attachments 2, 3 and 4 of the March 5, 2025, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS02821 remain private pursuant to sections 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.

• Subsequent Motion:

  Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Administration provide access to all available building condition reports on Century Place and Chancery Hall, confidentially to only members of City Council.

  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)

6.4

Winspear Expansion Project - Interim Financing Requirements

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

  That the March 5, 2025, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02920, be received for information.

  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)

7.

Public Reports

7.1

Indigenous-Led Housing-Letter of Intent with Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta

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

• K. Flierl, Community Services

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

• Chief R. Meneen, Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta

The following member of the delegation answered questions:

• W. Trocenko, Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, sign the Housing Letter of Intent with Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta, as set out in Attachment 1 of the April 8, 2025, Community Services report CS02960, to support efforts to increase Indigenous-led housing in Edmonton.

  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)

7.2

Community Mobilization Task Force on Housing and Houselessness - Final Report

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

• K. Petrin, Deputy City Manager, Urban Planning and Economy

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

• T. Thomas, Community Mobilization Task Force on Housing and Houselessness
• N. Lilley, Community Mobilization Task Force on Housing and Houselessness

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
• C. Kjenner, Community Services
• S. Gellatly, Community Services

• Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: J. Wright
  1. That a funding agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Edmonton Community Foundation for an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 to create the Community Fund for Accelerated Retrofits, as outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832, be approved and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
  2. That a funding agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton Region for an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 to create the Peer Support Service for Vulnerable Tenants, as outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832, be approved and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
  3. That a funding agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Islamic Family and Social Services Association for an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 to create the Bridge Between Housing Platform, as outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832, be approved and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.

• Amendment:

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

  That the following be added to Parts 1, 2 and 3, before "as outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832":

  • "including clear deliverables, performance indicators and, where appropriate, tie payment to satisfactory completion of project milestones,"

  In Favour (10)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and K. Principe
  Opposed (2)	M. Janz, and J. Wright

  Carried (10 to 2)

• Motion as Amended, put:

  Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: J. Wright
  1. That a funding agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Edmonton Community Foundation for an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 to create the Community Fund for Accelerated Retrofits, including clear deliverables, performance indicators and, where appropriate, tie payment to satisfactory completion of project milestones, as outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832, be approved and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
  2. That a funding agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton Region for an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 to create the Peer Support Service for Vulnerable Tenants, including clear deliverables, performance indicators and, where appropriate, tie payment to satisfactory completion of project milestones, as outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832, be approved and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
  3. That a funding agreement between the City of Edmonton and the Islamic Family and Social Services Association for an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 to create the Bridge Between Housing Platform, including clear deliverables, performance indicators and, where appropriate, tie payment to satisfactory completion of project milestones, as outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832, be approved and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.

  In Favour (10)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (2)	J. Rice, and K. Principe

  Carried (10 to 2)
• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Administration provide memos to Council, on the status and results of the implementation of "Community Fund for Accelerated Retrofits", "Peer Support Service for Vulnerable Tenants" and "Bridge Between Housing Platform" programs outlined in Attachment 3 of the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02832.

  In Favour (11)

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

  Carried (11 to 0)

7.3

Options to Further Enhance LRT Safety - Further Analysis

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

• C. McKeown, Deputy City Manager, City Operations
• D. Jones, Community Services
• C. Hotton-MacDonald, City Operations

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• S. Feldman, City Operations
• P. Charney, City Operations
• E. Robar, City Manager
• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

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

  That Administration reallocate the Commissionaires operating budget currently in the Edmonton Transit Service branch, City Operations, as follows:

  1. The 2025 operating expenditure budget for Edmonton Transit Service be reduced by $3,400,000 on an ongoing basis and the Community Standards and Neighborhoods 2025 operating expense budget be increased by $3,400,000 on an ongoing basis, in order to implement the modified enhanced Transit Peace Officer deployment model as outlined in Attachment 5 of the April 8, 2025, City Operations report CO02718rev.
  2. Reallocating $1,600,000 within Edmonton Transit Service to implement the Safety Attendant Program as outlined in Attachment 4 of the April 8, 2025, City Operations report CO02718rev.

  In Favour (4)	A. Paquette, A. Salvador, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (8)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, T. Cartmell, M. Janz, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, and K. Principe

  Defeated (4 to 8)

• Subsequent Motion 1:

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

  That Administration, as part of the regular transit safety memo, include an evaluation of the outcomes of the redeployment of the $5,000,000 funding to improve transit safety, including but not limited to:

  1. number of incidents and instances of naloxone deployment at the hotspot transit locations referred to in the April 8, 2025, City Operations report CO02718rev;
  2. number of incidents and instances of naloxone deployment at LRT stops and coverage outside of the downtown core and any other relevant qualitative and quantitative indicators; and
  3. ridership, perceptions of safety and other related measures to monitor the effectiveness of the implementation plan.

  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)

• Subsequent Motion 2:

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

  That Attachments 3 and 5 of the April 8, 2025, City Operations report CO02718rev remain private pursuant to section 20 (disclosure harmful to law enforcement) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  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)

• Subsequent Motion 3:

  Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Administration bring forward unfunded service packages for consideration in the Fall 2025 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment to advance items described in the October 23, 2023, City Operations report CO01974, Opportunities to Enhance Transit Safety and Security - Further Information and Plans, as well as opportunities to achieve optimal deployment of Transit Peace Officers to further enhance transit safety and security.

  Due Date: Fall 2025 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment

  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)

7.4

Regional Plan of Action to Address Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health and Addictions

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

That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, request a meeting with the appropriate provincial ministries and the regional municipalities to review the March 31, 2025, Community Services report CS02575 and to get a more detailed understanding of the recovery model they are working on, the regional plan of action to address housing and homelessness, mental health and addictions, and how the City can better align its limited funding to achieve the best outcomes possible.

7.5

Development Incentive Program

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• A. Laliberte, Urban Planning and Economy

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

  That Policy C553C - Development Incentive Program, be rescinded.

  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: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: K. Tang

  Conditions Contributing to Commercial Vacancies

  That Administration identify current conditions and needs of small businesses to help prevent vacancies and recommend potential programs to respond that contribute to the implementation of the City Plan, and report back to Committee.

  Due Date: Third Quarter 2025, Executive Committee

  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)

7.6

Public Engagement Policy Renewal

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

That the revised Public Engagement Policy C593D, as set out in Attachment 1 of the April 2, 2025, Office of the City Manager report OCM02805, be approved.

7.7

Options for Regulating Congregate Sleeping Areas for Shelters

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• T. Pawlyk, Urban Planning and Economy
• H. Quan, Community Services
• J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
• M. Gunther, Acting City Solicitor

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

  1. That Attachment 2 of the April 1, 2025, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02714 be amended to delete "and Seasonal Shelters" and "or Seasonal Shelters" from row 1, and "and Seasonal Shelters" and "or a Seasonal Shelter" from row 2.

  Bylaw XXXXX - To Introduce Shelter Regulations in Zoning Bylaw 20001
  

  2. That Administration prepare amendments to Zoning Bylaw 20001, as outlined in Attachment 1 and Attachment 2, as revised as above, of the April 1, 2025, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02714, and return for consideration at a future City Council Public Hearing.

  Due Date: To be determined, City Council Public Hearing

  In Favour (8)	A. Knack, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, and A. Stevenson
  Opposed (4)	S. Hamilton, J. Rice, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Carried (8 to 4)

7.8

Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy: Reserve Fund

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

• Moved by: M. Janz
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  That Administration establish a reserve fund to dedicate net parking revenues from the ePark lot located in Plan I, Block K (11 Tommy Banks Way NW), to support design and/or construction of amenities identified in the Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy, as outlined in the April 1, 2025, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02727.

  In Favour (8)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (4)	T. Cartmell, J. Rice, E. Rutherford, and K. Principe

  Carried (8 to 4)

8.

Bylaws

8.1

Bylaw 21062 - To authorize the City of Edmonton to undertake, construct and finance Waste Services Project, Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Energy Transition Portfolio

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 21062 received first reading.

8.2

Bylaw 21063 - To amend Bylaw 20392, City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Project, Climate Resilient City Facility Upgrades, Amendment #3

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 21063 received first reading.

8.3

Bylaw 21058 - Closure of Vehicular Access to Titled Parcels for Active Transportation Implementation Acceleration 2025 Program

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 21058 received three readings.

8.4

Bylaw 21072 - To Designate the Stewart Residence as a Municipal Historic Resource

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 21072 received three readings.

9.

Private Reports

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

  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 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.4, 9.5 and 9.6.

  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)

  City Council met in private at 11:21 a.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

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

  That City Council meet in public.

  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)

  City Council met in public at 2:47 p.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

  
  

9.1

Collaborative Economic Development Memorandum of Understanding

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

• A. Laliberte, Urban Planning and Economy
• I. Gallagher, Urban Planning and Economy

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• O. Green, Urban Planning and Economy

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: A. Salvador
  1. That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, sign the Collaborative Economic Development Memorandum of Understanding, as set out in Attachment 1 of the April 8, 2025, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02791, to confirm the City’s commitment to Collaborative Economic Development.
  2. That the April 8, 2025, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02791 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 (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)

9.2

Collective Bargaining Update - CUPE 30 Tentative Agreement Ratification

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• M. Dorval, Employee and Legal Services
• R. Smith, Employee and Legal Services
• H. Rai, Financial and Corporate Services
• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: J. Wright
  1. That the Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Edmonton and Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 30, dated March 6, 2025, and contained in Attachment 1 of the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services report ELS02989, be approved.
  2. That the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services report ELS02989 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 (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)

9.3

Collective Bargaining Update #2 - Verbal report

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

• M. Dorval, Employee and Legal Services
• R. Smith, Employee and Legal Services
• H. Rai, Financial and Corporate Services

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

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

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: J. Wright
  1. That the presentation be added as Attachment 1 to the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03006.
  2. That the recommended actions as outlined on slide 5 of Attachment 1 of the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03006, be approved.
  3. That the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03006 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 (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)

9.4

Collective Bargaining Update #3 - Verbal report

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

• D. Jubinville, Acting Chief People Officer
• R. Smith, Employee and Legal Services
• J. Badry, Interim Chief Communications Officer

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

• M. Dorval, Employee and Legal Services

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: A. Salvador
  1. That the presentation be added as Attachment 1 to the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03012.
  2. That the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03012, be received for information.
  3. That the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03012 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 (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)

9.5

Legal Update - Verbal report

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

• M. Gunther, Acting City Solicitor

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• J. Badry, Interim Chief Communications Officer

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: A. Salvador
  1. That the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03013, be received for information.
  2. That the April 8, 2025, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS03013 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 (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)

9.6

City Auditor Update 2025 #4 - Verbal report

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

• J. Mryglod, City Auditor

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

The following member of the delegation answered questions:

• J. Redman, Shores Jardine LLP

• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: J. Wright
  1. That the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Auditor verbal report OCA03019, be received for information.
  2. That the April 8, 2025, Office of the City Auditor verbal report OCA03019 remain private pursuant to sections 24 (advice from officials) and 27 (privileged information) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  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)

10.

Motions Pending

10.1

Social Media Engagement (A. Paquette)

• Moved by: A. Paquette
  Seconded by: A. Salvador

  Social Media Engagement

  That Administration provide a report assessing the City’s current engagement on social media platforms, including X, that includes the nature and frequency of posts, levels of public interaction, and any potential risks or benefits associated with continued use of these platforms, that also explores alternative communication channels that align with the City’s communications needs to provide effective and timely outreach to relevant platform participants.

  Due Date: August 19, 2025, City Council

  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)

10.2

Belgravia Neighbourhood Traffic Assessment Study (M. Janz)

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• T. Pawlyk, Urban Planning and Economy
• C. Zerebeski, City Operations

• Moved by: M. Janz
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  That Administration reallocate $100,000 from the Priority Growth Area Rezoning budget in Development Services to fund a study to undertake a traffic assessment of Belgravia neighbourhood and identify potential short-term and long-term interventions, including budget requirements, to optimize the road network and reduce short cutting.

  In Favour (9)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	T. Cartmell, J. Rice, and K. Principe

  Carried (9 to 3)

10.3

Analysis for Preservation of Small Scale Residential Development (M. Janz)

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• T. Pawlyk, Urban Planning and Economy

• Moved by: M. Janz
  Seconded by: K. Principe

  That Administration provide a report on an analysis of a policy and regulatory approach that would result in the preservation of ten percent of the area in a neighbourhood for small scale residential development within the redeveloping areas as defined by the City Plan.

  The report should review best practices related to ensuring new development incorporates:

  • design compatibility with heritage character;
  • housing for multi-person households (such as requirements for min numbers of bedrooms or and max bathrooms per unit; minimum average unit size; max units/ha);
  • affordability; and
  • environmental sustainability.

  The report should recommend the most effective policy and/or regulation to achieve the above, such as the creation of a Direct Control zone, Special Area zone, expanding the boundaries of existing heritage character areas, creating design policy and/or creating policy sub-areas within the District Plans.

  In Favour (4)	A. Knack, T. Cartmell, M. Janz, and K. Principe
  Opposed (8)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, A. Salvador, J. Rice, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright

  Defeated (4 to 8)

11.

Notices of Motion and Motions without Customary Notice

11.1

Options for City-Owned Parking Machines (A. Paquette)

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

1. That the turnover of existing City-owned parking machines currently scheduled for removal or deactivation as part of the HotSpot implementation be paused.
2. That Administration return to Council with:

a. Options to delay the turnover of existing City-owned parking machines currently scheduled for removal or deactivation as part of the HotSpot implementation; and

b. A report identifying potential capital funding sources that could support the retention or upgrade of City-managed parking infrastructure, including but not limited to:

• • Projects currently on pause,
  • Projects awaiting further information, or
  • Projects otherwise held in abeyance,

with a goal of minimizing service disruption and maximizing long-term public value from the City’s parking assets.

• Notice of Motion Given: April 8/9, 2025, City Council

12.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 3:31 p.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2025.