City Council Minutes

Wednesday, October 02, 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

Mayor A. Sohi called the meeting to order at 9:32 a.m., Wednesday, October 2, 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 October 2, 2024, City Council meeting was held over two days: October 2, 2024, and October 3, 2024.

1.2

Roll Call

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

Mayor A. Sohi and Councillor A. Paquette were absent with notice for a portion of the meeting.

E. Robar, Interim City Manager; and A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, K. Stolarz, Deputy City Clerk, M. de Guzman, E. Norton, A. Karbashewski and R. Zheng, Office of the City Clerk, were also in attendance.

1.3

Adoption of Agenda

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

  That the October 2/3, 2024, City Council meeting agenda be adopted with the following changes:

  Additions:

  • 7.2 Options to Address the Retail Sale of Knives - Community and Public Services Committee report
    - Attachment 6
  • 7.5 Affordable Housing Investment Program - Fall 2024 Grant Award - Executive Committee report
    - Attachment 17
  • 7.7 Bill 20 Update and 2025 Edmonton Election Budget Adjustment
  • 7.8 Supporting Vulnerable Edmontonians - Winter 2024/2025 - Verbal report
  • 9.3 City Manager Recruitment - Update #10 - Verbal report
    (Private pursuant to sections 17 and 24 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)

  Deletion:

  • 9.2 Strategic Planning Session - Verbal report

  Orders of the Day:

  That the Orders of the Day be changed as follows:

  Wednesday, October 2, 2024

  • Dinner - 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Recess - 9 p.m.

  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)

1.4

Approval of Minutes

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

  That the minutes from the following meetings be approved:

  • September 9, 2024, City Council Public Hearing
  • September 10/11, 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)

1.5

Protocol Items

1.5.1

National Seniors Day (A. Knack)

Councillor A. Knack, on behalf of City Council, recognized October 1, 2024, as National Seniors Day in Canada. This day celebrates older adults and their many contributions to bettering families, communities and society.

1.5.2

Sisters in Spirit Day (A. Sohi)

Mayor A. Sohi, on behalf of City Council, recognized Sisters in Spirit Day, on October 4, 2024. Sisters in Spirit Day honours the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and gender-diverse people and builds awareness of the high rates of violence against Indigenous women in Canada.

1.5.3

UNESCO Learning City (A. Sohi)

Mayor A. Sohi, on behalf of City Council, recognized Edmonton as the first and only Canadian city to join the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities. To celebrate the second anniversary of this milestone, the month of October is recognized as Learning Month. Poet Laureate, S. Robinson, recited a piece of poetry that expresses the experience, history and power of education.

2.

Items for Discussion and Related Business

2.1

Select Items for Debate

The following items were selected for debate: 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.7, 7.8, 8.9, 8.10, 8.11, 8.12, 8.13, 8.14, 8.15, 8.16, 8.17, 8.18, 8.19, 8.20, 8.21, 8.22, 8.23, 8.24, 8.25, 8.26, 8.27, 8.28, 8.29, 8.30, 8.31, 8.32, 8.33, 8.34, 8.35, 8.36, 8.37, 8.38, 8.39, 8.40, 8.41, 9.1 and 9.3.

2.2

Vote on Reports not Selected for Debate

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

  That the recommendations in the following reports be approved:

  • 7.5 Affordable Housing Investment Program - Fall 2024 Grant Award
  • 7.6 Options to Provide Tax Forgiveness for Remediated Derelict Properties

  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)

2.3

Requests to Speak

Requests to Speak were not considered.

2.4

Requests for Specific Time on Agenda

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

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

  • 7.8 Supporting Vulnerable Edmontonians - Winter 2024/2025 - Verbal report - 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, October 2, 2024
  • 9.3 City Manager Recruitment - Update #10 - Verbal report - 1:30 p.m., on Thursday, October 3, 2024

  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)

2.5

Vote on Bylaws not Selected for Debate

A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

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

  That the following Bylaws be read a first time:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20621 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19099, City of Edmonton City Operations Project, Source Separated Organics Program
  • 8.2 Bylaw 20624 - To amend Bylaw 17084, City of Edmonton Waste Management Project, Collection Facilities and Infrastructure
  • 8.3 Bylaw 20127 - To amend Revised Bylaw 18734, City of Edmonton City Operations Project, Waste Containers 
  • 8.4 Bylaw 20934 - To amend Revised Bylaw 14883 City of Edmonton Land Enterprise Project, Belvedere Community Revitalization Levy Area
  • 8.5 Bylaw 20935 - To amend Revised Bylaw 15156, City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Projects, Great Neighbourhoods Initiative, Amendment #8
  • 8.6 Bylaw 20936 - To amend Revised Bylaw 16000, City of Edmonton Police Project, Northwest Campus, Amendment #3
  • 8.7 Bylaw 20873 - To amend Revised Bylaw 17863 City of Edmonton Yellowhead Trail Projects, Amendment #5

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

  That the following Bylaws be read a second time:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20621 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19099, City of Edmonton City Operations Project, Source Separated Organics Program
  • 8.2 Bylaw 20624 - To amend Bylaw 17084, City of Edmonton Waste Management Project, Collection Facilities and Infrastructure
  • 8.4 Bylaw 20934 - To amend Revised Bylaw 14883 City of Edmonton Land Enterprise Project, Belvedere Community Revitalization Levy Area
  • 8.5 Bylaw 20935 - To amend Revised Bylaw 15156, City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Projects, Great Neighbourhoods Initiative, Amendment #8
  • 8.6 Bylaw 20936 - To amend Revised Bylaw 16000, City of Edmonton Police Project, Northwest Campus, Amendment #3
  • 8.7 Bylaw 20873 - To amend Revised Bylaw 17863 City of Edmonton Yellowhead Trail Projects, Amendment #5
  • 8.8 Bylaw 20874 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19981 City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Project, Fire Station #8 Relocation - Blatchford, Amendment #1

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

  That the following Bylaws be considered for third reading:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20621 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19099, City of Edmonton City Operations Project, Source Separated Organics Program
  • 8.2 Bylaw 20624 - To amend Bylaw 17084, City of Edmonton Waste Management Project, Collection Facilities and Infrastructure
  • 8.4 Bylaw 20934 - To amend Revised Bylaw 14883 City of Edmonton Land Enterprise Project, Belvedere Community Revitalization Levy Area
  • 8.5 Bylaw 20935 - To amend Revised Bylaw 15156, City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Projects, Great Neighbourhoods Initiative, Amendment #8
  • 8.6 Bylaw 20936 - To amend Revised Bylaw 16000, City of Edmonton Police Project, Northwest Campus, Amendment #3
  • 8.7 Bylaw 20873 - To amend Revised Bylaw 17863 City of Edmonton Yellowhead Trail Projects, Amendment #5

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

  That the following Bylaws be read a third time:

  • 8.1 Bylaw 20621 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19099, City of Edmonton City Operations Project, Source Separated Organics Program
  • 8.2 Bylaw 20624 - To amend Bylaw 17084, City of Edmonton Waste Management Project, Collection Facilities and Infrastructure
  • 8.4 Bylaw 20934 - To amend Revised Bylaw 14883 City of Edmonton Land Enterprise Project, Belvedere Community Revitalization Levy Area
  • 8.5 Bylaw 20935 - To amend Revised Bylaw 15156, City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Projects, Great Neighbourhoods Initiative, Amendment #8
  • 8.6 Bylaw 20936 - To amend Revised Bylaw 16000, City of Edmonton Police Project, Northwest Campus, Amendment #3
  • 8.7 Bylaw 20873 - To amend Revised Bylaw 17863 City of Edmonton Yellowhead Trail Projects, Amendment #5
  • 8.8 Bylaw 20874 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19981 City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Project, Fire Station #8 Relocation - Blatchford, Amendment #1

  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)

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

There was no Unfinished Business on the agenda.

7.

Public Reports

7.1

Budget Planning Update

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

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

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

  That the October 2, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02484, 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)

• Subsequent Motion on item 7.1:

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

  Review of Multi-year Budgeting Policy C578

  That Administration review the Multi-year budgeting policy (C578) and bring forward amendments, if required, that would limit tax levy decisions to the Fall Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment.

  Due Date: November 13, 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)

7.2

Options to Address the Retail Sale of Knives

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

• T. Pawlyk, Urban Planning and Economy
• L. Peter, Urban Planning and Economy

The following member of the delegation answered questions:

• K. Johnson, Edmonton Police Service

• Moved by: A. Salvador
  Seconded by: A. Knack
  1. That Administration implement Option 1 (No Funding) to address the retail sale of knives, as outlined in Attachment 6 of the September 16, 2024, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02456, and
  2. That Administration prepare an unfunded service package for Option 1 (Leaner Funding) to address the retail sale of knives, as outlined in Attachment 6 of the September 16, 2024, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02456, for consideration by Council as part of the Fall 2024 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment.

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

  
  

• Part 1 of Motion, put:

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

  1. That Administration implement Option 1 (No Funding) to address the retail sale of knives, as outlined in Attachment 6 of the September 16, 2024, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02456.

  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)

• Part 2 of Motion, put:

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

  2. That Administration prepare an unfunded service package for Option 1 (Leaner Funding) to address the retail sale of knives, as outlined in Attachment 6 of the September 16, 2024, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02456, for consideration by Council as part of the Fall 2024 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

• Summary of Council's Decision on item 7.2:

  Moved by: A. Salvador
  Seconded by: A. Knack
  1. That Administration implement Option 1 (No Funding) to address the retail sale of knives, as outlined in Attachment 6 of the September 16, 2024, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02456, and
  2. That Administration prepare an unfunded service package for Option 1 (Leaner Funding) to address the retail sale of knives, as outlined in Attachment 6 of the September 16, 2024, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02456, for consideration by Council as part of the Fall 2024 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment.

  Due Date: Fall 2024 Supplemental Operating Budget Adjustment
• Moved by: A. Salvador
  Seconded by: A. Sohi

  That Attachment 3 of the September 16, 2024, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE02456 remain private pursuant to section 27 (privileged information) 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)

7.3

2025 / 2026 Community Safety and Well-Being Funding

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• K. Coomber, Community Services
• H. Rai, Financial and Corporate Services
• J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
• M. Cheung, Community Services

• Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: A. Sohi
  1. That the Social Development Branch 2025 and 2026 operating expenditure budget be increased by $2,000,000 on a multi-year basis to fund the Violence Prevention Action Plan Implementation, 2SLGBTQIA+ Safe Spaces Action Plan Implementation and Community Safety and Well-Being Grant Top-up with funding from the Community Safety and Well-being funds held within Financial Strategies.
  2. That the City Manager’s Office Branch 2025 and 2026 operating expenditure budget be increased by $300,000 on a multi-year basis for the Truth and Reconciliation Sponsorship Fund from the Community Safety and Well-being funds held within Financial Strategies.

  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

Infrastructure Enhancement for City Transit Facilities - ETS Fare Gates Pilot

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• C. Hotton-MacDonald, City Operations
• T. Dennehy, City Operations
• S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
• E. Robar, Interim City Manager
• C. McKeown, Acting Deputy City Manager, City Operations
• M. Gunther, Employee and Legal Services
• S. Feldman, City Operations

• Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Administration provide a report outlining reallocation options of the LRT Commissionaires budget to the hiring of Transit Peace Officers and/or automated passenger counters.

  Due Date: November 2024
• Moved by: T. Cartmell
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  With the unanimous consent of City Council, Councillor T. Cartmell re-stated the motion so that it reads as follows:

  Options to Further Enhance LRT Safety

  That Administration, as part of its current work plan, include reallocation options of the LRT Commissionaires budget to hire Transit Peace Officers, and/or automated passenger counters, and/or attendants, and other interventions, and provide a report to Council.

  Due Date: First Quarter 2025, 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)

• Subsequent Motion on item 7.4:

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

  City of Edmonton Peace Officer Authorities

  That Administration, in collaboration with the Government of Alberta and Edmonton Police Service, explore policies and procedures as well as opportunities to enhance City of Edmonton Peace Officer authorities through the provincial Peace Officer Program, specifically, but not limited to: 

  • Minor criminal offenses;
  • Warrant apprehension;
  • Access to appropriate databases to create efficient records management;
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) and the authority to undertake emergency response driving for some incidents;

  and return to Committee with a report outlining findings and cost implications.

  Due Date: Second Quarter 2026, Community and Public Services Committee

  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)

7.5

Affordable Housing Investment Program - Fall 2024 Grant Award

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

1. That $6,150,000 be transferred from Capital Profile 19-90-4100 Affordable Housing Land Acquisition & Site Development to the 2024 Social Development branch operating budget to fund the projects outlined in Attachments 4 and 6 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527.
2. That a grant funding affordable housing agreement between the City of Edmonton and 1654889 Alberta Ltd. for an amount not to exceed $3,100,000 as outlined in Attachment 4 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager. 
3. That a grant funding affordable housing agreement between the City of Edmonton and 1654889 Alberta Ltd. for an amount not to exceed $3,050,000 as outlined in Attachment 6 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager. 
4. That a grant funding affordable housing agreement between the City of Edmonton and 12621665 Canada Association for an amount not to exceed $5,200,000 as outlined in Attachment 2 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
5. That a grant funding affordable housing agreement between the City of Edmonton and Apadana Womens’ Housing Ltd. for an amount not to exceed $2,100,000 as outlined in Attachment 8 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager. 
6. That a grant funding affordable housing agreement between the City of Edmonton and Brentwood Family Housing Society for an amount not to exceed $2,300,000 as outlined in Attachment 10 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager. 
7. That a grant funding affordable housing agreement between the City of Edmonton and Jasper Place Wellness Centre for an amount not to exceed $900,000 as outlined in Attachment 12 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager. 
8. That a grant funding affordable housing agreement between the City of Edmonton and Veterans’ House Canada for an amount not to exceed $2,510,000 as outlined in Attachment 14 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527, be approved, and that the agreement be in form and content acceptable to the City Manager.
9. That Attachments 15 and 16 of the September 18, 2024, Community Services report CS02527 remain private pursuant to sections 16 (disclosure harmful to business interests of a third party) and 27 (privileged information) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

7.6

Options to Provide Tax Forgiveness for Remediated Derelict Properties

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

That Council Policy C607A - Retroactive Municipal Tax Relief be amended to authorize tax forgiveness for properties assessed in the Mature Area Derelict Residential tax subclass as outlined in Attachment 2 of the September 18, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02566.

7.7

Bill 20 Update and 2025 Edmonton Election Budget Adjustment

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

• A. Giesbrecht, Returning Officer
• T. Ward, Substitute Returning Officer

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

• O. Zakoc, Financial and Corporate Services

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

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

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

  That the October 2, 2024, Office of the City Clerk report OCC02658, 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)

7.8

Supporting Vulnerable Edmontonians - Winter 2024/2025 - Verbal report

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

• J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• D. Jones, Community Services
• H. Quan, Community Services
• C. Hotton-MacDonald, City Operations
• M. Plouffe, Chief People Officer and City Solicitor
• C. McKeown, Acting Deputy City Manager, City Operations
• D. Lazenby, Office of the City Manager

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

  That City Council meet in private pursuant to sections 24 (advice from officials) and 27 (privileged information) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the discussion of item 7.8.

  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 private at 3:15 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

  The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

  • J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
  • M. Plouffe, Chief People Officer and City Solicitor
  • M. Gunther, Employee and Legal Services
  • C. Hotton-MacDonald, City Operations
  • H. Quan, Community Services
  
  
• Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: J. Wright

  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 4:52 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

  
  

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

  • J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
  • E. Robar, Interim City Manager
  • M. Plouffe, Chief People Officer and City Solicitor
    
  Moved by: A. Stevenson
  Seconded by: K. Tang

  That Administration provide a memo that:

  1. includes publicly accessible, written documentation outlining the policies and processes involved in removing encampments, including but not limited to:

  • a list of risk factors considered when triaging the closure of an encampment site; 
  • a process for confirming day-of shelter capacity.

  2. solicits feedback from social agencies and others with lived experience about the risks created by removing encampments, including an assessment of severity and likelihood of risks occurring, and use this feedback to inform possible adjustments to policies and procedures, including but not limited to:

  • protocols for removing encampments during extreme weather activations if individuals are not able or willing to go to shelter.

  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)

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

  • J. Flaman, Deputy City Manager, Community Services

  Subsequent Motion on item 7.8:

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

  That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, write a letter to the Minister of Seniors, Community, and Social Services requesting:

  1. data as related to outcomes achieved through the Navigation and Support Centre, including but not limited to: individuals housed and remain housed 6-12 months after; individuals entering recovery treatment and successfully completes rehabilitation; and hospitalization rate/healthcare access rate,
  2. any extreme weather protocol related to Navigation and Support Centre, and
  3. details on Shelter Accommodation Expectations with the Government of Alberta and shelter providers in Edmonton.

• Amendment:

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

  That a Part 4., be added as follows:

  4. the detailed provincial plan to build and operate the 1,400-1,700 recovery beds and 24/7 supportive housing units needed in the city of 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)

• Motion, as Amended, put (Part 3 re-stated):

  *Clerk's note: With the unanimous consent of City Council, Councillor K. Tang re-stated Part 3.

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

  That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, write a letter to the Minister of Seniors, Community, and Social Services requesting:

  1. data as related to outcomes achieved through the Navigation and Support Centre, including but not limited to: individuals housed and remain housed 6-12 months after; individuals entering recovery treatment and successfully completes rehabilitation; and hospitalization rate/healthcare access rate,
  2. any extreme weather protocol related to Navigation and Support Centre,
  3. an up-to-date copy of the details on Shelter Accommodation Expectations, and
  4. the detailed provincial plan to build and operate the 1,400-1,700 recovery beds and 24/7 supportive housing units needed in the city of Edmonton.

  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)

8.

Bylaws

8.1

Bylaw 20621 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19099, City of Edmonton City Operations Project, Source Separated Organics Program

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20621 received three readings.

8.2

Bylaw 20624 - To amend Bylaw 17084, City of Edmonton Waste Management Project, Collection Facilities and Infrastructure

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20624 received three readings.

8.3

Bylaw 20127 - To amend Revised Bylaw 18734, City of Edmonton City Operations Project, Waste Containers

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20127 received first reading.

8.4

Bylaw 20934 - To amend Revised Bylaw 14883 City of Edmonton Land Enterprise Project, Belvedere Community Revitalization Levy Area

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20934 received three readings.

8.5

Bylaw 20935 - To amend Revised Bylaw 15156, City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Projects, Great Neighbourhoods Initiative, Amendment #8

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20935 received three readings.

8.6

Bylaw 20936 - To amend Revised Bylaw 16000, City of Edmonton Police Project, Northwest Campus, Amendment #3

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20936 received three readings.

8.7

Bylaw 20873 - To amend Revised Bylaw 17863 City of Edmonton Yellowhead Trail Projects, Amendment #5

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20873 received three readings.

8.8

Bylaw 20874 - To amend Revised Bylaw 19981 City of Edmonton Integrated Infrastructure Services Project, Fire Station #8 Relocation - Blatchford, Amendment #1

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 20874 received second and third readings.

8.9

Charter Bylaw 24000 - District Policy

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24000 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (9 to 4)

8.10

Bylaw 24100 - Repeal of Council Policies and Guidelines

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

  That Bylaw 24100 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (9 to 4)

8.11

Charter Bylaw 24004 - Horse Hill District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24004 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (12 to 1)

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

  Motion to Reconsider Third Reading:

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

  That third reading of Charter Bylaw 24004 be reconsidered.

  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)

• Motion, put:

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24004 be read a third time.

  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)

8.12

Charter Bylaw 24014 - West Henday District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24014 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.13

Bylaw 24114 - To Repeal Plans in the West Henday District

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

  That Bylaw 24114 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.14

Bylaw 24115 - Amendments to Bylaw 8733 - Lewis Farms Area Structure Plan

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

  That Bylaw 24115 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.15

Bylaw 24116 - Amendments to Bylaw 11749 - The Grange Area Structure Plan

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

  That Bylaw 24116 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.16

Charter Bylaw 24012 - Southwest District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24012 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.17

Bylaw 24112 - To Repeal Plans in the Southwest District

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

  That Bylaw 24112 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.18

Charter Bylaw 24003 - Ellerslie District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24003 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.19

Charter Bylaw 24007 - Northeast District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24007 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.20

Bylaw 24107 - To Repeal Plans in the Northeast District

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

  That Bylaw 24107 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.21

Bylaw 24108 - Amendments to Bylaw 6288 - Pilot Sound Area Structure Plan

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

  That Bylaw 24108 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.22

Charter Bylaw 24008 - Northwest District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24008 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.23

Bylaw 24109 - To Repeal Plans in the Northwest District

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

  That Bylaw 24109 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.24

Charter Bylaw 24013 - West Edmonton District Plan

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Mayor A. Sohi was absent for the entire Public Hearing on Charter Bylaw 24013. Mayor A. Sohi was required to abstain from voting on Charter Bylaw 24013 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24013 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Sohi

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.25

Bylaw 24113 - To Repeal Plans in the West Edmonton District

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Mayor A. Sohi was absent for the entire Public Hearing on Bylaw 24113. Mayor A. Sohi was required to abstain from voting on Bylaw 24113 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Bylaw 24113 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Sohi

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.26

Charter Bylaw 24015 - Whitemud District Plan

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Mayor A. Sohi was absent for the entire Public Hearing on Charter Bylaw 24015. Mayor A. Sohi was required to abstain from voting on Charter Bylaw 24015 and did not participate in the vote. 

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24105 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Sohi

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.27

Bylaw 24117 - To Repeal Plans in the Whitemud District

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Mayor A. Sohi was absent for the entire Public Hearing on Bylaw 24117. Mayor A. Sohi was required to abstain from voting on Bylaw 24117 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Bylaw 24117 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Sohi

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.28

Charter Bylaw 24006 - Mill Woods and Meadows District Plan

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Mayor A. Sohi was absent for the entire Public Hearing on Charter Bylaw 24006. Mayor A. Sohi was required to abstain from voting on Charter Bylaw 24006 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24006 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Sohi

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.29

Bylaw 24105 - To Repeal Plans in the Mill Woods and Meadows District

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Mayor A. Sohi was absent for the entire Public Hearing on Bylaw 24105. Mayor A. Sohi was required to abstain from voting on Bylaw 24105 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Bylaw 24105 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Sohi

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.30

Bylaw 24106 - Amendments to Bylaw 13531 - The Meadows Area Structure Plan

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Mayor A. Sohi was absent for the entire Public Hearing on Bylaw 24106. Mayor A. Sohi was required to abstain from voting on Bylaw 24106 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Bylaw 24106 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Sohi

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.31

Charter Bylaw 24011 - Southeast District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24011 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.32

Bylaw 24111 - To Repeal Plans in the Southeast District

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

  That Bylaw 24111 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.33

Charter Bylaw 24001 - 118 Avenue District Plan - Renamed to North Central District

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24001 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.34

Bylaw 24101 - To Repeal Plans in the 118 Avenue District - Renamed to North Central District

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

  That Bylaw 24101 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.35

Charter Bylaw 24005 - Jasper Place District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24005 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.36

Bylaw 24104 - To Repeal Plans in the Jasper Place District

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

  That Bylaw 24104 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.37

Charter Bylaw 24002 - Central District Plan

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24002 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (9 to 4)

8.38

Bylaw 24102 - To Repeal Plans in the Central District

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

  That Bylaw 24102 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (9 to 4)

8.39

Bylaw 24103 - Amendments to Bylaw 11648 - Central McDougall/Queen Mary Park Area Redevelopment Plan

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

  That Bylaw 24103 be read a third time.

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

  Carried (10 to 3)

8.40

Charter Bylaw 24010 - Scona District Plan

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Councillor A. Paquette was absent for a portion of the Public Hearing on Charter Bylaw 24010. Councillor A. Paquette chose to abstain from voting on Charter Bylaw 24010 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Charter Bylaw 24010 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Paquette

  Carried (9 to 3)

• Motion to Reconsider Third Reading:

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

  That third reading of Charter Bylaw 24010 be reconsidered.

  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

  Carried (12 to 0)

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

  Motion, put:

  Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: K. Tang

  That Charter Bylaw 24010 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Paquette

  Carried (9 to 3)

8.41

Bylaw 24110 - To Repeal Plans in the Scona District

At the May 28-30/June 3/25-26, 2024, City Council Public Hearing, Councillor A. Paquette was absent for a portion of the Public Hearing on Bylaw 24110. Councillor A. Paquette chose to abstain from voting on Bylaw 24110 and did not participate in the vote.

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

  That Bylaw 24110 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Paquette

  Carried (9 to 3)

• Motion to Reconsider Third Reading:

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

  That third reading of Bylaw 24110 be reconsidered.

  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

  Carried (12 to 0)

• Motion, put:

  Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: K. Tang

  That Bylaw 24110 be read a third time.

  In Favour (9)	S. Hamilton, T. Cartmell, A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, A. Stevenson, and J. Wright
  Opposed (3)	A. Knack, J. Rice, and K. Principe
  Abstain (1)	A. Paquette

  Carried (9 to 3)

9.

Private Reports

9.1

Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report

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

  That City Council meet in 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 for the discussion of item 9.1.

  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 private at 8:55 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

  *Clerk's note: City Council recessed at 8:57 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2024, and reconvened in private at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, October 3, 2024.

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

  • E. Robar, Interim City Manager
  • M. Plouffe, Chief People Officer and City Solicitor
  • M. Dorval, Employee and Legal Services
  • J. Badry, Interim Chief Communications Officer

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

  • C. Kassongo, Neuman Thompson Law

  The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

  • J. Fitzgerald, Employee and Legal Services
  • H. Rai, Financial and Corporate Services
  • C. McKeown, Acting Deputy City Manager, City Operations
  • S. Padbury, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
  • F. Mutheardy, Financial and Corporate Services

  A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

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

  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 11:12 a.m., Thursday, October 3, 2024.

  
  
• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: J. Wright
  1. That Attachment 1 be added to the October 2, 2024, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS02516.
  2. That the recommended actions outlined on slide 25 of Attachment 1 of the October 2, 2024, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS02516, be approved.
  3. That the October 2, 2024, Employee and Legal Services verbal report ELS02516 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)

9.2

Strategic Planning Session - Verbal report

This item was deleted from the agenda (see item 1.3).

9.3

City Manager Recruitment - Update #10 - Verbal report

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

  That City Council meet in private pursuant to sections 16 (disclosure harmful to business interests of a third party), 17 (disclosure harmful to personal privacy) and 24 (advice from officials) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the discussion of item 9.3.

  City Council met in private at 12:01 p.m., Thursday, October 3, 2024.

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

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

  • K. Gregor, DHR Global
  • K. Gregor, DHR Global

  A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk, answered questions.

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

  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 2:32 p.m., Thursday, October 3, 2024.

  
  
• Moved by: K. Tang
  Seconded by: A. Stevenson
  1. That revised Attachments 1 and 2 of the October 2, 2024, Office of the City Clerk verbal report OCC02710, be added and approved.
  2. That revised Attachments 1 and 2 of the October 2, 2024, Office of the City Clerk verbal report OCC02710 remain private pursuant to section 24 (advice from officials) 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)

10.

Motions Pending

There were no Motions Pending on the agenda.

11.

Notices of Motion and Motions without Customary Notice

*Clerk's note: The following subsequent motions are related to the District Planning Bylaws - items 8.9 to 8.41.

11.1

Subsequent Motion 1 on items 8.9 to 8.41

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

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

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

  That Administration prepare potential amendments to:

  1. Charter Bylaw 24000 - District Policy
  2. Charter Bylaw 24001 - North Central District Plan
  3. Charter Bylaw 24002 - Central District Plan
  4. Charter Bylaw 24003 - Ellerslie District Plan
  5. Charter Bylaw 24004 - Horse Hill District Plan
  6. Charter Bylaw 24005 - Jasper Place District Plan
  7. Charter Bylaw 24006 - Mill Woods and Meadows District Plan
  8. Charter Bylaw 24007 - Northeast District Plan
  9. Charter Bylaw 24008 - Northwest District Plan
  10. Charter Bylaw 24010 - Scona District Plan
  11. Charter Bylaw 24011 - Southeast District Plan
  12. Charter Bylaw 24012 - Southwest District Plan
  13. Charter Bylaw 24013 - West Edmonton District Plan
  14. Charter Bylaw 24014 - West Henday District Plan
  15. Charter Bylaw 24015 - Whitemud District Plan

  and

  • conduct engagement to refine the location and maximum width range of nodes and corridors in the developing and redeveloping areas as identified in The City Plan as well as the radius from LRT stations, and reflect this using gradient indications on maps;
  • amend District Policy 2.5.2.5 and 2.5.2.6 to clarify the criteria for supporting additional scale outside of nodes and corridors, for example: approximate heights that would be considered and introducing language around site size and context allowing for appropriate transition, and update the map to reflect these policies; 
  • amend the District Plans to include a reference on the maps to indicate the areas outside of nodes and corridors which additional development opportunities would apply considering policies 2.5.2.5 and 2.5.2.6 of the District Policy;
  • provide clarifying wording to describe the implementation relationship between the District Plans and Area Structure Plans,
  • expand opportunities for high and tall high rise buildings in the downtown and Wîhkwêntôwin neighbourhoods, and in other appropriate areas in Centre City; and
  • refine the District Plans to display the development and employment horizons at the 2 million population horizon,

  for consideration by Council at a future Public Hearing.

  Due Date: To be determined, City Council Public Hearing

• Amendment:

  Moved by: E. Rutherford
  Seconded by: K. Tang

  That bullet points 2 and 3, be deleted.

  In Favour (6)	A. Sohi, A. Salvador, M. Janz, K. Tang, E. Rutherford, and A. Stevenson
  Opposed (7)	A. Knack, S. Hamilton, A. Paquette, T. Cartmell, J. Rice, J. Wright, and K. Principe

  Defeated (6 to 7)

• Motion, put:

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

  Proposed Amendments to the District Policy and District Plans

  That Administration prepare potential amendments to:

  1. Charter Bylaw 24000 - District Policy
  2. Charter Bylaw 24001 - North Central District Plan
  3. Charter Bylaw 24002 - Central District Plan
  4. Charter Bylaw 24003 - Ellerslie District Plan
  5. Charter Bylaw 24004 - Horse Hill District Plan
  6. Charter Bylaw 24005 - Jasper Place District Plan
  7. Charter Bylaw 24006 - Mill Woods and Meadows District Plan
  8. Charter Bylaw 24007 - Northeast District Plan
  9. Charter Bylaw 24008 - Northwest District Plan
  10. Charter Bylaw 24010 - Scona District Plan
  11. Charter Bylaw 24011 - Southeast District Plan
  12. Charter Bylaw 24012 - Southwest District Plan
  13. Charter Bylaw 24013 - West Edmonton District Plan
  14. Charter Bylaw 24014 - West Henday District Plan
  15. Charter Bylaw 24015 - Whitemud District Plan

  and

  • conduct engagement to refine the location and maximum width range of nodes and corridors in the developing and redeveloping areas as identified in The City Plan as well as the radius from LRT stations, and reflect this using gradient indications on maps;
  • amend District Policy 2.5.2.5 and 2.5.2.6 to clarify the criteria for supporting additional scale outside of nodes and corridors, for example: approximate heights that would be considered and introducing language around site size and context allowing for appropriate transition, and update the map to reflect these policies; 
  • amend the District Plans to include a reference on the maps to indicate the areas outside of nodes and corridors which additional development opportunities would apply considering policies 2.5.2.5 and 2.5.2.6 of the District Policy;
  • provide clarifying wording to describe the implementation relationship between the District Plans and Area Structure Plans,
  • expand opportunities for high and tall high rise buildings in the downtown and Wîhkwêntôwin neighbourhoods, and in other appropriate areas in Centre City; and
  • refine the District Plans to display the development and employment horizons at the 2 million population horizon,

  and return to Council for consideration.

  Due Date: Third Quarter 2026, City Council Public Hearing

  *Clerk's note: With the unanimous consent of City Council, the due date was changed from "To be determined, City Council Public Hearing" to "Third Quarter 2026, City Council Public Hearing".

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

  Carried (11 to 2)

11.2

Subsequent Motion 2 on items 8.9 to 8.41

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• K. Petrin, Deputy City Manager, Urban Planning and Economy
• S. Kuiper, Urban Planning and Economy
• J. Inkpen, Employee and Legal Services

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

  That Administration prepare amendments to Charter Bylaw 24008 - Northwest District Plan and Charter Bylaw 24007 - Northeast District Plan, aligned with the updated Bike Plan Implementation Guide, for consideration by Council at a future Public Hearing to change the active transportation network to reflect the infrastructure improvements on 132 Avenue NW.

  Due Date: Third Quarter 2025, City Council Public Hearing

• Amendment:

  Moved by: A. Sohi
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That the due date of "Third Quarter 2025", be changed to "Third Quarter 2026".

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

  Carried (9 to 4)

• Motion, as Amended, put:

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

  Proposed Amendments to Charter Bylaw 24007 and Charter Bylaw 24008 to Update the Active Transportation Network

  That Administration prepare amendments to Charter Bylaw 24008 - Northwest District Plan and Charter Bylaw 24007 - Northeast District Plan, aligned with the updated Bike Plan Implementation Guide, for consideration by Council at a future Public Hearing to change the active transportation network to reflect the infrastructure improvements on 132 Avenue NW.

  Due Date: Third Quarter 2026, City Council Public Hearing

  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)

11.3

Subsequent Motion 3 on items 8.9 to 8.41

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• S. Kuiper, Urban Planning and Economy
• K. Petrin, Deputy City Manager, Urban Planning and Economy
• T. Pawlyk, Urban Planning and Economy
• J. Inkpen, Employee and Legal Services

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

  That Administration prepare amendments to Charter Bylaw 24010 - Scona District Plan to designate a sub-area to protect small-scale, ground-oriented, family friendly residential in the areas currently zoned Small Scale Residential Zone (RS) in north and south Garneau, resulting in small-scale residential in approximately 33% of the Garneau neighbourhood (including the heritage area zoned DC1), and that it is brought forward with the University-Garneau Priority Growth Area Rezoning, with the direction to both protect small-scale, ground-oriented, family-friendly housing and improve heritage protections for consideration at a future public hearing.

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

  Defeated (3 to 10)

12.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 4:41 p.m., Thursday, October 3, 2024.