City Council Minutes

Monday, July 05, 2021

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, July 5, 2021, and acknowledged that City Council meets on the traditional land of Treaty 6 Territory. The Chair also acknowledged the diverse Indigenous peoples whose ancestors' footsteps have marked this territory for centuries such as: Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Nakota Sioux, as well as Metis and Inuit, and now settlers from around the world.

1.2

Roll Call

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

Councillors S. Hamilton, M. Nickel and M. Walters were absent with notice for a portion of the meeting.

A. Corbould, City Manager; and A. Giebsrecht, City Clerk, K. Gibson and E. Norton, Office of the City Clerk, were also in attendance.

1.3

Adoption of Agenda

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

  That the July 5/7, 2021, City Council meeting agenda be adopted with the following changes:

  Additions:

  • 6.2 Remote Participation at Council, Standing Committee and Council Committee Meetings - Waiving of Rules Set Out in the Council Procedures Bylaw
  • 6.5 Council Calendar Change
  • 9.1 Edmonton Police Commission Scope Proposal - Update
    (Private pursuant to sections 21 and 24 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
  • 9.5 Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report
    (Private pursuant to sections 24 and 25 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That the following item be added to the July 5/7, 2021, City Council meeting agenda:

  • 9.6 Federation of Canadian Municipalities Transition Planning
    (Private pursuant to sections 17 and 24 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)

  In Favour (13)

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

  Carried (13 to 0)

1.4

Approval of Minutes

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

  That the minutes from the following meetings be approved:

  • June 18, 2021, Audit Committee
  • June 22/24, 2021, City Council
  • June 23/29, 2021, City Council Public Hearing
  • June 25, 2021, Special City Council

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

1.5

Protocol Items

1.

Poet Laureate Titilope Sonuga (D. Iveson)

Mayor D. Iveson, on behalf of City Council, recognized Edmonton’s 9th Poet Laureate, Titilope Sonuga.

2.

Items for Discussion and Related Business

2.1

Select Items for Debate

The following items were selected for debate: 6.3, 6.4, 6.6, 6.13, 6.14, 6.15, 6.16, 7.4, 9.1, 9.2, 9.5 and 9.6.

2.2

Vote on Reports not Selected for Debate

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

  That the recommendations in the following reports be approved:

  • 6.1 UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities - Edmonton City of Learners
  • 6.5 Council Calendar Change
  • 6.8 Urban Reserve Strategy
  • 6.10 Remuneration for Civic Agencies - Advisory Committees, Decision-Making Boards, and Task Forces
  • 6.11 Approval to Commence Expropriation of Interests in Property - Yellowhead Trail Freeway Conversion Program
  • 6.12 84 Street (98 Avenue to 106 Avenue) Environmental Impact Assessment and Site Location Study
  • 9.3 City of Edmonton Youth Council - Appointment Recommendations

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That the recommendations in the following reports be approved:

  • 6.7 Non-Regulated Loan Repayment Recommendation
  • 6.9 Future Use of Research Park Buildings

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (11 to 1)

2.3

Requests to Speak

There were no Requests to Speak.

2.4

Requests for Specific Time on Agenda

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

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

  • 9.2 Technology Update - Verbal report - First item of business, on Wednesday, July 7, 2021
  • 9.5 Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report - Last item of business, on Wednesday, July 7, 2021

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That the items to be dealt with at a specific time on the agenda be amended as follows:

  • Bring forward 9.5 Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report, to be second item of business, on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Carried (13 to 0)

2.5

Vote on Bylaws not Selected for Debate

• Moved by: D. Iveson
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That the following Bylaw be read a first time:

  • 7.1 Bylaw 19781 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to undertake, construct and finance Integrated Infrastructure Services Project, Capital Line, Century Park to 41 Avenue

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (11 to 1)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  That the following Bylaw be read a first time:

  • 7.6 Bylaw 19782 - Amendment to the Conduct of Transit Passengers Bylaw 8353, to reduce the current fine amount for fare evasion provisions regarding loitering

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  That the following Bylaws be read a second time:

  • 7.2 Bylaw 19756 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to provide a guarantee on a line of credit for Edmonton Metropolitan Transit Services Commission (EMTSC)
  • 7.3 Bylaw 19757 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to lend money to a non-profit organization, The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation
  • 7.6 Bylaw 19782 - Amendment to the Conduct of Transit Passengers Bylaw 8353, to reduce the current fine amount for fare evasion provisions regarding loitering

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  That the following Bylaw be considered for third reading:

  • 7.6 Bylaw 19782 - Amendment to the Conduct of Transit Passengers Bylaw 8353, to reduce the current fine amount for fare evasion provisions regarding loitering

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  That the following Bylaws be read a third time:

  • 7.2 Bylaw 19756 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to provide a guarantee on a line of credit for Edmonton Metropolitan Transit Services Commission (EMTSC)
  • 7.3 Bylaw 19757 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to lend money to a non-profit organization, The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation
  • 7.6 Bylaw 19782 - Amendment to the Conduct of Transit Passengers Bylaw 8353, to reduce the current fine amount for fare evasion provisions regarding loitering

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

3.

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.

Reports

6.1

UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities - Edmonton City of Learners

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, write a letter to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Global Network of Learning Cities endorsing Edmonton's application for membership.

6.2

Remote Participation at Council, Standing Committee and Council Committee Meetings - Waiving of Rules Set Out in the Council Procedures Bylaw

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: T. Cartmell

  That the following sections of Bylaw 18155 Council Procedures Bylaw, be suspended until amendments to Bylaw 18155 are considered by City Council in First Quarter 2022:

  1. Sections 13 and 36
  2. Schedule A, sections 2 to 6

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

  *In accordance with section 4 of Bylaw 18155 Council Procedures Bylaw, a special resolution (⅔ of City Council, or 9 members) is required to suspend sections of the Bylaw.

  
  

6.3

Council Member Appointment Reporting - Verbal report

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  That the June 22, 2021, Office of the City Clerk verbal report OCC00686, be received for information.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  Federation of Canadian Municipalities Transition Planning

  That Administration return to the July 5/7, 2021, City Council meeting with information on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities transition planning, regarding City of Edmonton representation as well as Committee appointment options.

  Due Date: July 7, 2021, City Council

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  That Administration follow up with EPCOR, regarding the Alberta Capital Region Wastewater Exchange Agreement Coordinating Committee and roles and responsibilities for these meetings.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  Edmonton Northern Partnership

  That Administration review the current scope of Edmonton Northern Partnership, in consultation with partners (Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, Edmonton International Airport, the University of Alberta and Edmonton Global), as well as options to revitalize work related to economic, social, and cultural connections with northern Canada, and provide a report to Executive Committee. This should also include a review of current and future potential alignment to the Edmonton Economic Action Plan, potential future resource requirements, as well as the context of COVID-19 recovery for the Edmonton region and northern communities.

  Due Date: First Quarter 2022, Executive Committee

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

6.4

Reimagine Services Update

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

• A. Corbould, City Manager

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• J. Zatylny, Citizen Services
• R. Smyth, Deputy City Manager, Citizen Services
• G. Cebryk, Deputy City Manager, City Operations
• D. Croft, Acting Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
• P. Ladouceur, Integrated Infrastructure Services
• S. McCabe, Deputy City Manager, Urban Planning and Economy
• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk
• M. Persson, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services

• Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: J. Dziadyk

  That the introduction of new Parking Fees (Parks and Open Spaces at Emily Murphy Park, Rafter’s Landing, Muttart Conservatory, Fort Edmonton Park and Telus World of Science), as outlined in Action 1 of the June 22, 2021, Office of the City Manager report OCM00503, be removed from the Reimagine Services Actions to be implemented by Administration in spring 2022.
• Amendment:
  Moved by: J. Dziadyk
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  Strike "Muttart Conservatory, Fort Edmonton Park and Telus World of Science".

  In Favour (1)	J. Dziadyk
  Opposed (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell

  Defeated (1 to 11)

• Motion put:

  Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: J. Dziadyk

  That the introduction of new Parking Fees (Parks and Open Spaces at Emily Murphy Park, Rafter’s Landing, Muttart Conservatory, Fort Edmonton Park and Telus World of Science), as outlined in Action 1 of the June 22, 2021, Office of the City Manager report OCM00503, be removed from the Reimagine Services Actions to be implemented by Administration in spring 2022.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: S. Hamilton
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  That the June 22, 2021, Office of the City Manager report OCM00503, be postponed to Wednesday, July 7, 2021, and made time specific as second item of business.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: M. Banga
  Seconded by: J. Dziadyk

  That Administration pause further introduction of maintaining park spaces through naturalization, as outlined in Action 2 of the June 22, 2021, Office of the City Manager report OCM00503, from the Reimagine Services Actions to be implemented by Administration, pending completion of public engagement.

  In Favour (5)	A. Knack, J. Dziadyk, M. Nickel, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (8)	D. Iveson, T. Caterina, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, and M. Walters

  Defeated (5 to 8)
• Moved by: T. Caterina
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  Reimagine Services Update - Fire Rescue Services Additional Information

  That Actions 14, 15 and 16, as outlined in the June 22, 2021, Office of the City Manager report OCM00503, be referred to Administration to conduct further analysis of the options and impacts, and provide additional information prior to the Fall 2021 Supplemental Budget Adjustment.

  Due Date: Fourth Quarter 2021, City Council

  In Favour (13)

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

  Carried (13 to 0)

6.5

Council Calendar Change

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

1. That the September 1, 2021, continuation of the August 30, 2021, City Council meeting be cancelled.
2. That a non-regular City Council Public Hearing be scheduled for September 1, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

6.6

Sanction Process Complaints 2109 and 2111

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk

J. Pytel, Integrity Commissioner, made a presentation and answered questions

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• C. Ashmore, Office of the City Manager (Legal Services)

J. Denis, Guardian Law (on behalf of Councillor M. Nickel, respondent Councillor), made a presentation.

• Moved by: D. Iveson
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  That Councillor M. Nickel be censured for the Council Code of Conduct violations found in the Integrity Commissioner’s Investigation Reports 2109 and 2111, as set out in Attachments 1 and 2 of the June 22, 2021, Office of the City Clerk report OCC00673.

  In Favour (8)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (3)	T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, and M. Banga

  Defeated (8 to 3)

  *In accordance with section 6(1) of Bylaw 18483 Council Code of Conduct, a special resolution (⅔ of City Council, or 9 members) is required to impose sanctions on a Councillor.

  
  

6.7

Non-Regulated Loan Repayment Recommendation

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

That Option 3 - Full Notional Loan Forgiveness for the non-regulated loan repayment, as outlined in the June 25, 2021, City Operations report CO00582, be approved.

6.8

Urban Reserve Strategy

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

That the Urban Reserve Strategy, as set out in Attachment 1 of the June 28, 2021, Citizen Services report CS00349, be approved.

6.9

Future Use of Research Park Buildings

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

City-Owned Research Park Buildings - Competitive Public Offering Update

1. That Administration proceed with Option 2, as outlined in the June 28, 2021, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS00541, and return to Committee with the results of the public offering and recommendations prior to entering into a formal sales agreement.

Due Date: First Quarter 2022, Executive Committee

2. That Attachment 4 of the June 28, 2021, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS00541, remain private pursuant to sections 16 (disclosure harmful to business interests of a third party), 24 (advice from officials) and 25 (disclosure harmful to economic and other interests of a public body) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

6.10

Remuneration for Civic Agencies - Advisory Committees, Decision-Making Boards, and Task Forces

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

1. That Council Policy C628, Remuneration and Expenses for City Agencies, as set out in Attachment 1 of the June 28, 2021, Office of the City Clerk report OCC00213rev, be approved.
2. That the revised Council Policy C575D, Agencies, Boards, Committees and Commissions, as set out in Attachment 7 of the June 28, 2021, Office of the City Clerk report OCC00213rev, be approved.

6.11

Approval to Commence Expropriation of Interests in Property - Yellowhead Trail Freeway Conversion Program

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

1. That commencement of the expropriation process under the Expropriation Act, RSA 2000, c E-13 (the “Act”) be approved to expropriate the lands, including all interests therein, shown in Attachment 1, of the June 28, 2021, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS00615 (the “Subject Properties”), and the interests as more particularly described in Attachment 2 of the June 28, 2021, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS00615 (the “Interests”).
2. That Administration be approved to enter into an agreement(s) with an owner, pursuant to section 30 of the Act (“Section 30 Agreement''), where the owner is willing to consent to the acquisition.
3. That Administration be approved, pursuant to sections 15(10), 35 and 39 of the Act to pay: 
1. the reasonable appraisal and other costs incurred by it; and
2. the reasonable legal, appraisal and other costs actually and reasonably incurred by an owner.

6.12

84 Street (98 Avenue to 106 Avenue) Environmental Impact Assessment and Site Location Study

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

1. That the Environmental Impact Assessment and Site Location Study for the 84 Street (98 Avenue to 106 Avenue) Rehabilitation project, as outlined in Attachments 1 and 2 of the June 28, 2021, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS00560, be approved.
2. That the river valley components of the 84 Street project, as outlined in Attachment 2 of the June 28, 2021, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS00560, be deemed essential and approved pursuant to Section 3.5.1 of the North Saskatchewan River Valley Area Redevelopment Plan, Bylaw 7188.

6.13

City Policy C582 - Developer Sponsored Affordable Housing Policy - Repeal and Replacement

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• R. Smyth, Deputy City Manager, Citizen Services
• C. Kirsop, Citizen Services
• T. Pawlyk, Urban Planning and Economy

• Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: T. Caterina

  1. That City Policy C582 Developer Sponsored Affordable Housing, be repealed.

  Affordable Housing Contributions Approach

  2. That Administration develop a replacement approach for securing affordable housing contributions through the development process and return to Urban Planning Committee in 2022, including the following: 

  1. Develop a work program with deliverables and milestones informed by engagement with industry and housing stakeholders; and 
  2. Policy options for providing affordable housing as a function of the development process.

  Due Date: June 2022, Urban Planning Committee

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, M. Nickel, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	B. Henderson

  Carried (11 to 1)

6.14

Wolf Willow Crescent Restricted Residential Parking Program

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• B. Simpson, City Operations 

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

  That Administration provide residents of Wolf Willow Crescent in the immediate vicinity of Patricia Ravine (addresses Wolf Willow Crescent #1 through #253 and addresses Wolf Willow Point #2 through #22) with the opportunity for a Restricted Residential Parking Program, to be distributed to impacted residents through the established Restricted Residential Parking Program Expression Of Interest process for decision.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

6.15

Safer for All Interim report - Community Safety, Well Being, Inclusion and Anti-racism

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk
• D. McFee, Edmonton Police Service
• A. Corbould, City Manager

• Moved by: A. Paquette
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  1. That Administration work in a collaborative, decision-making way with the Anti-racism Advisory Committee, additional BIPOC stakeholders and the Edmonton Police Commission, to provide additional clarity and actionable data points on the tangible outcomes taken with respect to the 14 recommendations, as outlined by the Community and Well-Being Task Force, in the next update on the “Safer for All Strategy” (OCM00568 Safer for All Strategy - Community Safety, Well Being, Inclusion and Anti-racism).

  Due Date: First Quarter 2022, City Council

  2. That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, write a letter to the federal government requesting a review and potential update of the current definition of a hate crime for racial/gendered/cultural gaps and/or biases and the legislative application thereof.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

6.16

Hosting Events and Festivals in the City

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• R. Smyth, Deputy City Manager, Citizen Services
• N. Poirier, Citizen Services
• B. Simpson, City Operations

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

  That the Festivals and Events COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program, as set out in Attachment 1 of the June 30, 2021, Citizen Services report CS00190, be approved.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: A. Knack
  Seconded by: B. Henderson

  That the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, advocate to the Minister of Transportation, Solicitor General, Minister of Culture and Associate Minister of Red Tape Reduction, to reduce the red tape created by the Traffic Safety Act that adds significant costs for festival and event organizers.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

7.

Bylaws

7.1

Bylaw 19781 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to undertake, construct and finance Integrated Infrastructure Services Project, Capital Line, Century Park to 41 Avenue

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 19781 received first reading.

7.2

Bylaw 19756 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to provide a guarantee on a line of credit for Edmonton Metropolitan Transit Services Commission (EMTSC)

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 19756 received second and third readings.

7.3

Bylaw 19757 - A Bylaw to authorize the City of Edmonton to lend money to a non-profit organization, The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 19757 received second and third readings.

7.4

Bylaw 19340 - City of Edmonton Facilities Off-Site Levies Bylaw

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

  That the June 14, 2021, Urban Planning and Economy report UPE00521, be postponed to the August 16/18, 2021, City Council meeting.

  Due Date: August 16/18, 2021, City Council

  In Favour (12)	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
  Opposed (1)	D. Iveson

  Carried (12 to 1)

7.5

Bylaw 19516 - Closure of Vehicular Access to 10060-156 Street NW for Valley Line West

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

  That Bylaw 19516 be read a first time.

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (11 to 1)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Bylaw 19516 be read a second time.

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (11 to 1)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Bylaw 19516 be considered for third reading.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: A. Knack

  That Bylaw 19516 be read a third time.

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (11 to 1)

7.6

Bylaw 19782 - Amendment to the Conduct of Transit Passengers Bylaw 8353, to reduce the current fine amount for fare evasion provisions regarding loitering

This item was not selected for debate and was dealt with as part of item 2.5. Bylaw 19782 received three readings.

8.

Motions Pending

8.1

Child Friendly Advisory Committee (B. Esslinger)

• Moved by: B. Esslinger
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  Bylaw XXXXX - Child Friendly Advisory Committee

  That Administration:

  1. Engage with key stakeholders to define the mandate, functions and authorities, and membership criteria for a Child Friendly Advisory Committee, and return with a Bylaw and terms of reference to establish a Child Friendly Advisory Committee.

  2. Provide information on a funding strategy for the ongoing support of a Child Friendly Advisory Committee.
  Due Date: Fourth Quarter 2021, Executive Committee

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

8.2

Council Code of Conduct and the Sanction Hearing Process (T. Cartmell)

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

1. That the Integrity Commissioner/Ethics Advisor, Legal Services and the City Clerk return to Council Services Committee with a report(s) about lessons learned regarding the Council Code of Conduct and the Sanction Hearing Process.

2. That Administration return with an amending bylaw to the Council Code of Conduct to hold sanction hearings in abeyance until after the Oct 18, 2021, General Election.

• Notice of Motion Given: June 22/24, City Council
• Laid Over: July 5/7, 2021, City Council to August 16/18, 2021, City Council

8.3

Contracted Transit Maintenance and Cleaning Services (A. Paquette)

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• M. Persson, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
• S. Padbury, Financial and Corporate Services
• A. Corbould, City Manager
• G. Cebryk, Deputy City Manager, City Operations
• E. Robar, City Operations
• K. Armstrong, Deputy City Manager, Employee Services
• D. Traynor, Employee Services
• R. Strong, Employee Services

• Moved by: A. Paquette
  Seconded by: M. Banga

  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 8.3.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Carried (13 to 0)

  City Council met in private at 3:05 p.m., Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

  
  
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: S. McKeen

  That City Council meet in public.

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

  City Council met in public at 4:20 p.m., Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

  The Chair ruled the motion as presented in the notice of motion was out of order.

  
  
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  That the discussion on item 8.3 Contracted Transit Maintenance and Cleaning Services (A. Paquette), remain private pursuant to section 24 (advice from officials) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

  In Favour (12)

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

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.

Private Reports

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

  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), 21 (disclosure harmful to intergovernmental relations), 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 items 9.1, 9.2, 9.5 and 9.6.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Carried (13 to 0)

  City Council met in private at 9:35 a.m., Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

  
  
• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: D. Iveson

  That City Council meet in public.

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

  City Council met in public at 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

  
  

9.1

Edmonton Police Commission Scope Proposal - Update

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

• A. Corbould, City Manager

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• D. McFee, Edmonton Police Service
• M. Ruth, Edmonton Police Commission

• Moved by: S. Hamilton
  Seconded by: B. Henderson
  1. That the July 5, 2021, Office of the City Manager report OCM00044rev, be received for information.
  2. That the July 5, 2021, Office of the City Manager report OCM00044rev, remain private pursuant to section 24 (advice from officials) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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

  Carried (11 to 2)

9.2

Technology Update - Verbal report

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

• G. Cebryk, Deputy City Manager, City Operations
• E. Robar, City Operations

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: D. Iveson
  1. That the July 5, 2021, City Operations verbal report CO00694rev, be received for information.
  2. That the July 5, 2021, City Operations verbal report CO00694rev, remain private pursuant to sections 16 (disclosure harmful to business interests of a third party) and 24 (advice from officials) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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

  Carried (12 to 1)

9.3

City of Edmonton Youth Council - Appointment Recommendations

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

That the individuals listed in Revised Attachment 1 of the June 24, 2021, Office of the City Clerk report OCC00572 be appointed to the City of Edmonton Youth Council, for the term of September 1, 2021 to August 31, 2022.

9.4

Schedule A4 Parcel Options - Access Options for the Property at 10060-156 Street

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Banga
  1. That the action, as outlined in Attachment 1 of the June 14, 2021, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS00195, be taken.
  2. That the June 14, 2021, Integrated Infrastructure Services report IIS00195, 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.

  In Favour (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (1)	M. Nickel

  Carried (11 to 1)

9.5

Collective Bargaining Update - Verbal report

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

• A. Corbould, City Manager
• K. Armstrong, Deputy City Manager, Employee Services

The following members of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• M. Persson, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy City Manager, Financial and Corporate Services
• R. Strong, Employee Services
• D. Traynor, Employee Services

• Moved by: B. Henderson
  Seconded by: M. Banga
  1. That Attachment 1 be added to the July 5/7/7, 2021, Office of the City Manager verbal report OCM00725.
  2. That the Actions, as outlined in Attachment 1 of the July 5, 2021, Office of the City Manager verbal report OCM00725, be approved.
  3. That the July 5/7, 2021, Office of the City Manager verbal report OCM00725, 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 (11)	D. Iveson, A. Knack, T. Caterina, J. Dziadyk, B. Henderson, B. Esslinger, S. Hamilton, S. McKeen, A. Paquette, M. Banga, and T. Cartmell
  Opposed (2)	M. Nickel, and M. Walters

  Carried (11 to 2)

9.6

Federation of Canadian Municipalities Transition Planning

The following member of Administration’s delegation answered questions:

• A. Giesbrecht, City Clerk

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

  That Councillor S. Hamilton be authorized to sit on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Standing Committees pending appointment by their President.

  In Favour (13)

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

  Carried (13 to 0)

10.

Notices of Motion and Motions without Customary Notice

10.1

Overnight Paddlers Parking Pass (M. Walters)

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

That Administration provide options to create an overnight paddlers parking pass in City of Edmonton Parks where boat docks and launches have been installed.

• Notice of Motion Given: July 5/7, 2021, City Council

10.2

Dial-a-Bus Service (J. Dziadyk)

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

That Administration prepare an unfunded service package for consideration by City Council during the Fall 2021 Supplemental Budget Adjustment, for a modern "Dial-a-Bus" service, operated by Edmonton Transit Service, to operate in areas not currently included in the "On-Demand" service area pilot project.

• Notice of Motion Given: July 5/7, 2021, City Council

10.3

Food Scraps Cart Options (J. Dziadyk)

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

That Administration develop a business case, considering both cost-recovery and premium rates, to allow residents with a standard 120L green bin to opt-in to having a 240L green bin to accommodate the processing of more organic material.

• Notice of Motion Given: July 5/7, 2021, City Council

10.4

Menstrual Supplies and Period Poverty (B. Esslinger)

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

That the City of Edmonton endorse and act as co-sponsors with the City of Port Coquitlam for the two attached resolutions on "Updating Building Codes and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - Menstrual Supplies in Restrooms" and "Addressing Period Poverty in Canada" to be presented at the September 20-24, 2021 Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board of Directors meeting.

• Notice of Motion Given: July 5/7, 2021, City Council

11.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 4:24 p.m., Wednesday, July 7, 2021.