City Council Public Hearing Minutes

Monday, September 14, 2020

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

Council Chamber, 2nd floor, City Hall

Present:

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

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1.

Call to Order and Related Business

1.1

Call to Order

Mayor D. Iveson called the meeting to order at 9:32 a.m., Monday, September 14, 2020, and acknowledged that Council meets on the traditional land of Treaty 6 Territory, and he also acknowledged the diverse Indigenous peoples whose ancestors' footsteps have marked this territory for centuries such as: Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Nakota Sioux, as well as Metis and Inuit, and now settlers from around the world.

1.2

Roll Call

Mayor D. Iveson confirmed the attendance of the following Councillors: M. Banga, T. Cartmell, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, A. Knack, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Walters.

Councillors T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Esslinger, S. McKeen and A. Paquette participated electronically.

Councillors M. Banga, T. Cartmell, S. Hamilton, A. Knack and M. Nickel participated for a portion of the meeting electronically.

Councillors T. Caterina and M. Nickel were absent for a portion of the meeting without notice.

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

A. Laughlin, Interim City Manager; and S. McKerry, K. Gibson and T. Orbell, Office of the City Clerk, were also in attendance.

1.3

Adoption of Agenda

S. McKerry, Office of the City Clerk, answered Council's questions.

• Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: S. Hamilton

  That the September 14, 2020, City Council Public Hearing agenda, with the addition of Item 3.2 Suspension of Rules, to be made time specific, first item of business, be approved.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Item 4.1 City Manager Recruitment Committee - Verbal Update from the Mayor be added to the September 14-16, 2020, City Council Public Hearing agenda and be dealt with in private pursuant to sections 17, 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the motion carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion

1.4

Protocol Items

There were no Protocol Items.

2.

Explanation of Public Hearing Process

2.1

Call for Persons to Speak

Mayor D. Iveson explained the public hearing process.

S. McKerry, Office of the City Clerk, asked whether there were any persons present to speak to the following bylaw:

Charter Bylaw 20000

Panel 1

In favour: M. Graham, Infill Development in Edmonton Association; M. Kohl and M. Davis, Urban Development Institute - Edmonton Region; C. Nicholas, MLC Land; M. Hoffman; J. Yurkovich, Edmonton Mountain Bike Alliance; P. Lanni, Canadian Homebuilders Association - Edmonton Region; M. Samji, Infill Edmonton; S. Raitz; K. Lee, Housing for Health; J. Bisanz and H. Raymond, Edmonton Council for Early Learning and Care; M. Mellross, Climate Innovation Fund - Alberta Ecotrust; B. Torrance, Edmonton Sport Council; S. Shorten and S. Clancy, Alberta Association of Architects Core Stakeholder Team; D. Buchanan, Paths for People; and A. Salvador, YEGarden Suites.

S. McKerry, Office of the City Clerk, answered Council's questions.

Panel 2

In favour: C. Donelon and S. Kaba, Energy Transition Climate Resilience Committee; T. Pidner; C. Morin, Arts on the Ave; B. Summers; K. Goa; E. Solez, Friends of Scona Rec; and J. Rickett, Gold Bar Park Alliance.

Opposed: J. Pisesky and T. LaRiviere, Accessibility Advisory Committee; L. Duncan; D. Purewal; D. Nikonetz, Site Engineering Technology Inc., on behalf of P. Grewal; and J. Hardstaff, Residential Infill Working Group.

Panel 3

Opposed: P. Grewal, on behalf of S. Deol; and I. Mahal.

3.

Bylaws and Related Reports

3.1

Charter Bylaw 20000 - To adopt the City Plan (Edmonton’s Municipal Development Plan)

A. Laughlin, Interim City Manager; S. McCabe, Deputy City Manager, K. Anderson, C. Dyke and H. Hassan, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, made a presentation.

M. Graham, Infill Development in Edmonton Association; M. Kohl, Urban Development Institute - Edmonton Region; C. Nicholas, MLC Land; J. Yurkovich, Edmonton Mountain Bike Alliance; M. Samji, Infill Edmonton; S. Raitz; K. Lee, Housing for Health; J. Bisanz, Edmonton Council for Early Learning and Care; M. Mellross, Climate Innovation Fund - Alberta Ecotrust; B. Torrance, Edmonton Sport Council; S. Shorten, Alberta Association of Architects Core Stakeholder Team; and A. Salvador, YEGarden Suites, made presentations and answered Council's questions. M. Davis, Urban Development Institute - Edmonton Region; M. Hoffman; P. Lanni, Canadian Homebuilders Association - Edmonton Region; S. Clancy, Alberta Association of Architects Core Stakeholder Team; and D. Buchanan, Paths for People, made presentations.

S. Kaba, Energy Transition Climate Resilience Committee; B. Summers; and K. Goa, made presentations and answered Council's questions. C. Donelon, Energy Transition Climate Resilience Committee; T. Pidner; C. Morin, Arts on the Ave; E. Solez, Friends of Scona Rec.; and J. Rickett, Gold Bar Park Alliance, made presentations. 

J. Pisesky, Accessibility Advisory Committee; L. Duncan; and D. Nikonetz, Site Engineering Technology Inc., on behalf of P. Grewal, made presentations and answered Council's questions. T. LaRiviere, Accessibility Advisory Committee; J. Hardstaff, Residential Infill Working Group; and D. Purewal, made presentations.

I. Mahal made a presentation and answered Council's questions. P. Grewal, on behalf of S. Deol, made a presentation. 

S. McCabe, Deputy City Manager, K. Anderson and C. Dyke, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development; and C. Owen, Deputy City Manager, Communications and Engagement, answered Council's questions.

• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  That Charter Bylaw 20000 be read a first time.

  S. McCabe, Deputy City Manager; K. Anderson, C. Dyke and H. Hassan, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development; S. Prendiville, EY; J. Johnson, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services); A. Laughlin, Interim City Manager; M. Persson, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services; G. Cebryk, Deputy City Manager, City Operations; and C. Binning, Hemson Consulting, answered Council's questions.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  1. That Outcome 1.1 be amended by deleting the words “isolated or marginalized” and replacing it with “isolated, marginalized or at risk”. 
  2. Delete the word “convenient” from Direction 1.2.2.3, and replace it with the word “accessible”.
  3. Renumber Direction 1.1.3.3 “Apply a gender-based equity lens in the design and application of City infrastructure, policy, programs and services” to 1.2.2.5 under Intention 1.2.2.
  4. Amend Direction 1.2.2.1 to read “Incorporate needs and voices of children, youth and those around them into plans, programs and amenities that serve and impact them.” 
  5. Amend Direction 1.1.3.4 to read “Partner with community organizations to prevent gender-based violence, through education, and support those impacted by it.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: M. Walters
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended by:

  1. Amending Maps 10A through to 11D by deleting the words “No Growth” on each legend and replacing it with “Future Growth.”
  2. Adding a new Glossary term “Future Growth” as follows:       
     “Occurs in Future Growth Areas. As aligned with anticipated growth of various residential and non-residential types (i.e. agricultural, agri-business, industrial, institutional, etc), and in concordance with staged approval processes, future growth will be based on 250,000 person increments and areas will be opened thoughtfully in alignment with the Growth Management Framework.”
  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion

• Amendment to the Amendment

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

  That the amendment be amended by changing the order so that part 2 becomes part 1 and part 1 becomes part 2.

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, T. Cartmell, J. Dziadyk, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, B. Henderson, A. Knack, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, and M. Walters
  Opposed (2)	M. Banga, and T. Caterina

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (11 to 2)

• Amendment, as amended, put:

  Amendment:
  Moved by: M. Walters
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  Members of Council requested the amendment be split for voting purposes.

  That Schedule "A" of Bylaw 20000 be amended by:

  1. Adding a new Glossary term “Future Growth” as follows: “Occurs in Future Growth Areas. As aligned with anticipated growth of various residential and non-residential types (i.e. agricultural, agri-business, industrial, institutional, etc), and in concordance with staged approval processes, future growth will be based on 250,000 person increments and areas will be opened thoughtfully in alignment with the Growth Management Framework.”

  In Favour (10)	D. Iveson, T. Cartmell, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, B. Henderson, A. Knack, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, and M. Walters
  Opposed (3)	M. Banga, T. Caterina, and J. Dziadyk

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (10 to 3)

• Amendment, as amended, put:

  Amendment:
  Moved by: M. Walters
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended by:

  2. Amending Maps 10A through to 11D by deleting the words “No Growth” on each legend and replacing it with “Future Growth.”

  In Favour (11)	M. Banga, D. Iveson, T. Cartmell, S. Hamilton, B. Henderson, M. Nickel, M. Walters, A. Knack, S. McKeen, B. Esslinger, and J. Dziadyk
  Opposed (2)	A. Paquette, and T. Caterina

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (11 to 2)
• Amendment:
  Moved by: A. Paquette
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended by:

  Amending Strategic Measure to read “Population within 0.5km of public transit running at least 15 min during peak period”.

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, M. Banga, T. Cartmell, J. Dziadyk, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, B. Henderson, A. Knack, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, and M. Walters
  Opposed (2)	T. Caterina, and M. Nickel

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (11 to 2)
• Amendment:
  Moved by: S. McKeen
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  1. Amend the first sentence of the third paragraph under IV. HOW TO USE THE CITY PLAN to read “The City Plan offers a cohesive strategy for residents, business owners, developers and property owners, City administration, public institutions, community leagues and other organizations to guide and navigate future growth in Edmonton.”

  2. Amend the ninth paragraph under IV. HOW TO USE THE PLAN so that it reads:

   “Community Leagues and Other Organizations

  Community leagues and organizations are guided by people and purpose. They are our heart, our safety net and often act with limited resources to help those most in need in our community. Community leagues and organizations can use The City Plan as a guide to what Edmontonians value and want to experience in their future city.”

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: D. Iveson
  Seconded by: S. Hamilton

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Add the following statement on page 170:

  This plan was written pre-pandemic and adopted by City Council as Edmonton was responding, relaunching and reimagining our city in light of COVID-19. It is a testament to the power of not deviating from an optimistic outlook, a willingness to shift our route to that destination as conditions change, and the reality that what happens in the world will always impact the speed with which we reach our destination, and should not alter our course.”

  In Favour (13)

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

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (13 to 0)
• Amendment:

  Councillor A. Knack proposed the following amendments to Charter Bylaw 20000:

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  1. Amend Paragraph 2 under MOBILITY so that it reads: “A mobility system is essentially about moving people and goods in an efficient and accessible manner. Any vibrant and prosperous city must have integrated transportation networks that provide residents with convenient options. Such a system should facilitate opportunity, connection, and health while being safe, inclusive and barrier free for all users.
  2. Amend the last sentence under the second paragraph of 2. TRANSIT NETWORK so that it reads: “To realize these benefits a mass transit network will be expanded across the city and will include a network of city-wise routes and complementary, but equally important, district routes. Both will be supported by local transit services including paratransit.”
  3. Add the following new Policy Direction: 4.1.3.5 Provide people with disabilities equitable opportunities to participate in the workforce, access services and amenities, and contribute to the development and implementation of policies, programs and infrastructure.

  4. Amend the first bullet of the fifth paragraph under 1. Active Transportation Network - Cycling to read “Health, Safety & Comfort: prioritize separation from vehicular traffic, minimizing stress and grounded in safety”.

     As per section 28(2) of Council Procedures Bylaw 18155, with the unanimous consent of Council, the amendments proposed by Councillor A. Knack were accepted.
  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Direction 2.2.1.4 to read “Use full City authority in the provision of environmental reserve, municipal reserve, school reserve, or municipal and school reserve, or cash-in-lieu in accordance with the Municipal Government Act.”

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Intention 3.2.2 to read “Promote the attraction and retention of a highly skilled and talented workforce in support of ongoing innovation, investment, education, entrepreneurship and quality of life.”

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Direction 6.2.1.1 to read “Provide and enable a variety of arts programming and spaces city wide”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend the fourth bullet of the fourth paragraph under Principal Roadways to read “101 Avenue/Terrace Road, 75 Street to Anthony Henday Drive”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Roads and Goods Network Map by deleting label “101 Avenue” and replacing it with “101 Avenue/Terrace Road”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Non-Residential Opportunities Network Map by deleting label “101 Avenue” and replacing it with “101 Avenue/Terrace Road”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Development Pattern Areas Map by deleting label “101 Avenue” and replacing it with “101 Avenue/Terrace Road”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Map 1 City Plan Concept, Map 3 Nodes and Corridors Network and Appendix - Corridors map to redesignate the full length of 99 street as a Secondary Corridor and make any ancillary changes to associated map legends.

  J. Johnson, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services), answered Council's questions.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Add a new strategic measure under Greener as we Grow big city move target to read “Greenhouse gas emissions generated by the community”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Delete the words “through a variety of travel modes” and replace with “by walking, rolling, biking or transit”.

  K. Anderson, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, answered Council's questions.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Delete the term “stretch targets” throughout Schedule “A”, and replace it with the term “targets”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Delete the words “once we reach” from the first sentence of the second paragraph under Performance Measurement and Reporting, and replace it with the words “as we move towards”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Delete the word “reach” from the first sentence under the heading Stretch Targets, and replace it with the words “fully achieve”.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Amend Direction 1.1.1.1 to read “As long as homelessness persists, establish basic amenities throughout the city for people experiencing homelessness.”

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Amendment:
  Moved by: D. Iveson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Schedule “A” of Bylaw 20000 be amended as follows:

  Add the following text under Maps and Figures on Page 17 as a new paragraph that reads “All maps are iterative with many informed by leading policy coming out of regional collaboration and those maps may need to be updated to align with the Edmonton Metropolitan Region Plan as necessary.”

  With unanimous consent of Council, the amendment carried.

  Mayor D. Iveson asked if there was anyone who wished to speak to new information.  D. Nikonetz; and C. Nicholas, made presentations and answered Council's questions.

  J. Johnson, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services), answered Council's questions.

  Mayor D. Iveson asked if there was anyone in attendance who wished to speak to new information. B. Summers; P. Grewal; and K. Benipal, made presentations and answered Council's questions. K. Goa; M. Samji; M. Graham; I. Mahal; H. Barzagar; and D. Purewal, made presentations. 

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

  J. Johnson, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services), answered Council's questions.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That the Public Hearing on Charter Bylaw 20000 be closed.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (13 to 0)

• Motion as amended, put:

  That Charter Bylaw 20000 be read a first time.

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, T. Cartmell, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, B. Henderson, A. Knack, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, and M. Walters
  Opposed (2)	M. Banga, and M. Nickel

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (11 to 2)
• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  That Charter Bylaw 20000 be read a second time.
  (Third reading of Charter Bylaw 20000 is pending review by the Edmonton Metropolitan Region Board)

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Walters, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (2)	M. Nickel, and M. Banga

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (11 to 2)
• Moved by: J. Dziadyk
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, write a letter to the Minister of National Defence to explore the removal of the airplane approach encumbrances impacting the development rights of land in north Edmonton given that the former airport at Canadian Forces Base Edmonton is decommissioned, and that Administration propose amendments to the City Plan (Map 12) Heliport Approach Zone accordingly if the Minister removes the encumbrance.

  J. Johnson, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services); and K. Anderson, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, answered Council's questions.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: M. Walters
  Seconded by: T. Caterina

  Growth Management Framework Update

  That Administration provide a high level update describing the contents of the Growth Management Framework, the level of engagement planned with relevant stakeholders, and an update on the progress of infrastructure cost sharing strategies.

  Due Date: First Quarter 2021, Urban Planning Committee

  S. McCabe, Deputy City Manager, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development, answered Council's questions.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: M. Walters
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  That Administration include, in the 2020 Infill Compliance Team Annual Report to Urban Planning Committee, an update on residential compliance and reporting measures, exploring options related to policy, procedures and practices to support infill compliance.

  S. McCabe, Deputy City Manager, Urban Form and Corporate Strategic Development; and J. Johnson, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services), answered Council's questions.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (13 to 0)

3.2

Suspension of Rules

• Moved by: M. Banga
  Seconded by: S. Hamilton

  That the operation of the following sections of Council Procedures Bylaw 18155 be suspended until further notice:

  14 (3) Councillors participating in a Standing Committee meeting using communication facilities will only be counted towards quorum if another Councillor is present at the meeting location to act as an alternate if the communication facility fails.

  Schedule A, section 2:

  A Councillor may only participate in a Council, Standing Committee, or Council Committee meeting using a communication facility if:

  1. 1. the Councillor is in a location outside of Edmonton for any reason; or
     2. the Councillor is located in Edmonton, but is unable to attend a meeting for medical reasons of the Councillor or their immediate family; and 

  the City Manager is present at the location specified in the meeting notice to ensure that Councillors participating by communication facility can be heard by all those present at the meeting.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the motion carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion

4.

Private Reports

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Walters

  That Council meet in private pursuant to sections 17 (disclosure harmful to personal privacy), 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 4.1.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion Carried (13 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Paquette

  That Council meet in public.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the motion carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion

4.1

City Manager Recruitment Committee - Verbal Update from the Mayor

Council met in private at 9:11 p.m., Tuesday, September 15, 2020, pursuant to sections 17, 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

In Attendance:

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

Council met in public at 9:37 p.m., Tuesday, September 15, 2020.

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: D. Iveson
  1. That the City Manager Recruitment Committee - Verbal Update from the Mayor, be received for information.
  2. That the City Manager Recruitment Committee - Verbal Update from the Mayor remain private pursuant to sections 17 (disclosure harmful to personal privacy), 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.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the motion carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion

5.

Notices of Motion and Motions without Customary Notice

5.1

Changes to Council Calendar (M. Walters)

Councillor M. Walters requested permission to make a Motion without Customary Notice to change Orders of the Day for the September 21/23, 2020, City Council meeting to adjourn at 5:30 p.m., on September 23, 2020. 

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

  That Councillor M. Walters be allowed to make a Motion without Customary Notice to change Orders of the Day for the September 21/23, 2020, City Council meeting to adjourn at 5:30 p.m., on September 23, 2020. 

  With unanimous consent of Council, the motion carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion
• Moved by: M. Walters
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  That the Orders of the Day for the September 21/23, 2020, City Council meeting be changed to adjourn at 5:30 p.m., on September 23, 2020.

  With the unanimous consent of Council, the motion carried.

  Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Motion

5.2

City of Edmonton Unfunded Parks - Status Update (B. Esslinger)

Councillor B. Esslinger stated that at the next regular meeting of City Council, she would move the following: 

That Administration provide a report to Committee on the status and plans for any unfunded parks in the City of Edmonton, including information on the status of land acquisition, how long residents have lived in the area, status of funding and any known timelines for design and construction.

• Notice of Motion Given: September 14-16, 2020, City Council Public Hearing

5.3

Supporting Local Economy Options (A. Paquette)

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

That Administration provide a report to Committee that outlines options for supporting our local economy, including:

1. Options for small food growers and other home-based businesses to more easily sell their products, either on site or and/ or  move their products to market.
2. Options for speeding up work to simplify and streamline approval processes for business applications (Ex. concierge service for business permits).
3. Options to further promote both government and citizen support (as customers) of small, local businesses and startups (Ex. “Buy Local” campaigns)
   

• Notice of Motion Given: September 14-16, 2020, City Council Public Hearing

6.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 2:50 p.m., Wednesday, September 16, 2020.