Colwood public meetings in 2021

Council

Colwood Council will consider several development-related items, including two development variance permits, a rezoning for Veterans Memorial Parkway, and endorsing the Draft Colwood Waterfront Stewardship Plan for public comment. They will also discuss allowing food trucks at Esquimalt Lagoon year-round and make appointments to committees for 2022. The agenda includes public input on these matters and several bylaw readings.

• DVP 21-012 at 2231 Sooke Road: reduce front yard setback from 4.5m to 0.93m, parking from 28 to 26 spaces
• DVP 21-015 at 681 Allandale Road: reduce parking from 183 to 119 spaces for restaurant/retail, add 10 bike slots
• Rezoning RZ 20-010 for 3460 & 3461 Veterans Memorial Parkway to be prepared for first and second reading
• Draft Colwood Waterfront Stewardship Plan: consider endorsing for public comment and reinstating 'Hope Bridge'
• Bylaw 1908 (3554 Ryder Hesjedal) third reading with $525 per unit contribution to Firehall Fund; Bylaw 1912 (791 Drummond Way) third reading

Committee of the Whole

The Colwood Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend decisions on two development variance permits (2231 Sooke Road and 681 Allandale Road) and to receive a project update on 2021 Park Management Plans for Colwood Creek, Lookout Lake, and Ocean View parks. The committee will consider options to approve, defer, or deny each variance permit. Public participation is allowed in person or electronically, with written submissions accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-012 for 2231 Sooke Road: reduce front yard setback from 4.5m to 0.93m, exterior side yard from 4.5m to 2.5m, parking from 28 to 26 spots, with a road dedication condition
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-015 for 681 Allandale Road (Lot B): reduce required off-street parking from 183 to 119 spaces for restaurant and retail uses
• Project update on 2021 Park Management Plans for Colwood Creek Park, Lookout Lake Park, and Ocean View Park
• Public participation includes written submissions and electronic registration by noon on meeting day
• Agenda includes adoption of November 15, 2021 minutes and near-term/long-term agendas

Public Hearing - 01 Dec 2021 @ 6 pm

Colwood City Council is holding a public hearing to hear residents' opinions on two zoning bylaw amendments. The first would rezone 3554 Ryder Hesjedal Way to allow a five-storey rental building, and the second would rezone 791 Drummond Way to permit 43 townhomes. Council will not answer questions about the proposals, only hear public input.

• Rezoning 3554 Ryder Hesjedal Way from Royal Bay (RBCD3A) to CD31 to permit a 5-storey rental building with 1.6 parking spaces per unit
• Rezoning 791 Drummond Way from Residential 1 (R1) to CD32 to permit 43 townhomes
• CD31 zone requires $500 per additional unit to Affordable Housing Fund and $1,500 per additional apartment unit to Community Amenity Fund
• Public submissions include opposition citing lack of consultation on the added fifth storey and parking concerns
• Hybrid public hearing with in-person and phone participation options

CANCELLED Board of Variance

This meeting of the Colwood Board of Variance, scheduled for November 23, 2021, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (approval of agenda, adoption of minutes, old/new business, next meeting, adjournment) and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Meeting cancelled
• No substantive agenda items listed

Council

Colwood Council is meeting to consider several items, including whether to consent to a Capital Regional District bylaw amending the climate action service requisition, and to discuss a rezoning at 2350 & 2356 Sooke Road that would require affordable housing contributions and road dedication. Council will also consider adopting two bylaws (Council Procedure and Bylaw Notice Enforcement), appointing auditors, and receiving a draft wayfinding strategy.

• Municipal consent for CRD Bylaw No. 4468 (Climate Action and Adaptation Service amendment)
• Rezoning 21-010 at 2350 & 2356 Sooke Road: $500 per apartment to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund, road dedication for 30m cross section, conservation covenant for ~370 m2
• Appointment of MNP LLP as external auditors for 2021
• Adoption of Bylaw 1890 (Council Procedure) and Bylaw 1911 (Bylaw Notice Enforcement)
• Draft Neighbourhood Wayfinding Strategy presentation

Emergency Planning Committee

The Colwood Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting, and to receive reports from the chair and various agencies including the fire department, RCMP, and Royal Roads University. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or proposals listed.

• Adoption of September 21, 2021 minutes
• Report from Acting Fire Chief Greg Chow
• Agency reports from Colwood Administration, Engineering, Emergency Support Services, Royal Roads University, West Shore Parks and Recreation, and Westshore RCMP
• Next meeting scheduled for January 18, 2022

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a staff briefing on Business Retention, Expansion and Attraction (BREA) Phase 1 & 2 outcomes, consider a rezoning application for 2350 & 2356 Sooke Road with conditions including affordable housing contributions and road dedication, and review a proposed Response Standards Policy. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and public participation.

• Rezoning 21-010 for 2350 & 2356 Sooke Road with $500 per apartment dwelling contribution to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund
• Proposed conditions include 30 m road cross section for Sooke Road, conservation of 370 m2 green space, and electrified outlets for parking and bike storage
• Business Retention, Expansion and Attraction (BREA) Phase 1 & 2 outcomes briefing
• Response Standards Policy RES-001 adoption recommendation
• Public input on cannabis retail bylaw 1898 at 1905 Sooke Road prohibited

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to consider several items, including awarding a $342,085 contract for engineering services for 2022 Active Transportation Priority Projects, endorsing the 2022 budget approach, and adopting or giving readings to several land use and enforcement bylaws. The agenda also includes a delegation from the Arts & Culture Colwood Society and a presentation from the Royal BC Museum about its Collections and Research Building. Public participation is allowed in person or electronically, with pre-registration required for electronic participation.

• Award $342,085 contract to McElhanney Ltd for 2022 Active Transportation Priority Projects engineering services
• Adopt Bylaw 1892, CD28 Zone (Area 5) Latoria South land use amendment
• Give 1st and 2nd reading to Bylaw 1908, land use amendment at 3554 Ryder Hesjedal Way
• Give 1st, 2nd, and 3rd reading to Bylaw 1911, Bylaw Notice Enforcement
• Give 1st and 2nd reading to Bylaw 1912, land use amendment at 791 Drummond Way

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for November 1, 2021 was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items with no substantive business listed.

• Meeting cancelled

Special Heritage Commission

The Colwood Heritage Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two recommendations for Council: restoring a 1972 monument along Ocean Boulevard honouring Royal Bay, and sending a letter to the Royal BC Museum about public access and community engagement for the new Collections and Research Building in Royal Bay. The agenda also includes adopting previous minutes and introducing the heritage strategy consulting team.

• Recommendation to restore the 1972 Thermopylae Club and B.C. Tourism monument along Ocean Boulevard
• Draft letter to Royal BC Museum requesting practices for community place-making and resident engagement for the Collections and Research Building
• Introduction of Heritage Strategy consulting team (C+S Planning Group and Lees and Associates)
• Adoption of May 13, 2021 Heritage Commission minutes
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and electronic participation options

CANCELLED Board of Variance

This meeting of the Colwood Board of Variance, scheduled for October 26, 2021, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items and no substantive business will be discussed.

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to decide on several development-related items, including a rezoning application for 791 Drummond Way that is recommended for deferral pending further staff reports, and four development variance permits for properties on Vantage Point, Allandale Road, Havenwood Lane, and Bezanton Way. Council will also consider a $139,174 transfer to the sewer capital reserve fund, adopt an amendment to the Five Year Financial Plan, and give readings to the Council Procedure Bylaw. The agenda includes a presentation from the Juan de Fuca Performing Arts Centre Society and public participation opportunities.

• Rezoning 21-005 for 791 Drummond Way recommended for deferral pending reports on site grading and hillside development options
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-008 for 3470 Vantage Point to increase retaining wall height from 1.2m to 2.28m
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-011 for 650 Allandale Road to increase retaining wall heights up to 2.7m
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-010 for 3131 and 3151 Havenwood Lane to reduce side yard setback from 10m to 6.8m
• Transfer of $139,174 from returned CRD trunk sewer capital reserve funds to City Sewer Capital Reserve Fund

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider recommending to Council a rezoning of 791 Drummond Way from Residential 1 to a Comprehensive Development Zone, including required payments to park and affordable housing funds, park dedication, and development agreements. The committee will also deliberate on four development variance permits for retaining wall heights and setbacks at properties on Vantage Point, Allandale Road, Havenwood Lane, and Bezanton Way. Public input is scheduled, and the agenda includes adoption of prior minutes and near-term and long-term agenda reviews.

• Rezoning 21-005 at 791 Drummond Way: from Residential 1 to Comprehensive Development Zone, with $2,500 per dwelling to Community Amenity Contribution Fund for Triangle Mountain park improvements and $1,000 per dwelling to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-008 at 3470 Vantage Point: increase retaining wall height from 1.2 m to 2.28 m
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-011 at 650 Allandale Road: increase retaining wall heights (e.g., east wall to 2.7 m)
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-010 at 3131 and 3151 Havenwood Lane: reduce side yard setback from 10 m to 6.8 m
• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-009 at 571 Bezanton Way: reduce side yard setback and building separation from 6 m to 4 m

Council

Colwood Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a rezoning proposal for 3554 Ryder Hesjedal Way/360 Latoria Boulevard, a potential $90,000 allocation for a sanitary sewer installation along the Painter Trail, and whether to affirm road cross-sections for Veterans Memorial Parkway and Wishart Road. They will also consider readings for a new Council Procedure Bylaw and amendments to the Five Year Financial Plan, among other routine matters.

• Rezoning RZ 20-011 for 3554 Ryder Hesjedal Way/360 Latoria Boulevard with conditions including $500 per apartment to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and non-office commercial uses
• Potential $90,000 allocation from 2021 sewer capital budget for sanitary sewer install along Painter Trail Extension
• Affirmation of road cross-sections for Veterans Memorial Parkway (Latoria Rd to Cairndale) and Wishart Rd (Latoria Rd to Metchosin Rd)
• First, second, and third readings of Council Procedure Bylaw No. 1890, 2021
• First, second, and third readings of Five Year Financial Plan Amendment No. 2 (Bylaw 1872-02) including $15,000 for Latoria Creek Park stairs, $10,000 for CleanBC rebate program, $7,000 for Traffic Calming Program

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering a rezoning application for 3554 Ryder Hesjedal Way/360 Latoria Boulevard, which would require a $500 per additional apartment dwelling contribution to the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and limit commercial uses to non-office. The committee will also receive a presentation from the developer and review near-term and long-term agendas. Public participation is limited to 25 in-person attendees with masks required.

• Rezoning application RZ 20-011 for 3554 Ryder Hesjedal Way/360 Latoria Boulevard
• Proposed $500 per additional apartment dwelling contribution to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund
• Commercial uses limited to non-office
• Development agreement conditions include electrified 110V outlets for parking and bicycle storage, parking management plan, and 180 m² amenity area
• Public hearing items prohibited: Bylaw 1892 CD28 Zone (Area 5) Amendment – Latoria South and Bylaw 1898 Cannabis Retail 1905 Sooke Road

CANCELLED - Board of Variance

This meeting of the City of Colwood Board of Variance, scheduled for September 28, 2021, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (approval of agenda, adoption of minutes, old/new business, next meeting, adjournment) and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Council

Colwood Council is deciding on rezoning applications for two properties on Veterans Memorial Parkway, requiring additional environmental and traffic studies before proceeding. The council will also adopt several bylaws, including development cost charges, building energy step code, and multiple sewer local area service enlargements. A $500 honorarium for the Juan de Fuca Childcare Centre Art Project and a permissive tax exemption for 342 Wale Road are also on the agenda.

• Rezoning 3460 Veterans Memorial Parkway (west side) from CD22 to new CD zone, with conditions on riparian, geotechnical, hydrological, and restoration reports
• Rezoning 3461 Veterans Memorial Parkway (east side) to enable two 6-storey buildings with 100 apartment units, subject to traffic and environmental studies
• Adoption of Bylaw 1836 (Development Cost Charge - Roads) and Bylaw 1849 (Building Bylaw Energy Step Code amendment)
• Adoption of multiple sewer local area service enlargement bylaws (1899, 1901, 1902, 1904, 1905) and readings for 1906 and 1907
• Permissive tax exemption consideration for 342 Wale Road (Aboriginal Land Trust Society) for 2022-2023

Special Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering rezoning two properties on Veterans Memorial Parkway to enable residential development, including two 6-storey buildings with 100 units on the east side. The committee will hear a presentation from the applicant's consultant and discuss conditions for park dedication, environmental restoration, and frontage improvements. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public participation.

• Rezoning of 3460 Veterans Memorial Parkway from CD22 to a new Comprehensive Development Zone
• Rezoning of 3461 Veterans Memorial Parkway to allow two 6-storey buildings with 100 apartment units
• Proposed park dedication, public trail, viewing platform, and habitat restoration at 3460 VMP
• Development agreement requiring frontage improvements and Section 219 covenants for restoration areas
• Public participation via written comments or telephone due to COVID-19

Emergency Planning Committee

The Colwood Emergency Planning Committee is meeting electronically to receive reports from the chair and various agencies, including updates on emergency support services, grants, and training. The agenda includes adoption of the May 18, 2021 minutes and reports from departments, Royal Roads University, West Shore Parks and Recreation, and Westshore RCMP. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed on the agenda.

• Report from Acting Fire Chief Greg Chow
• Emergency Support Services report noting $25,000 grants for EOC and ESS, and an August 27 call-out for a Songhees First Nation family
• Updates from Royal Roads University, West Shore RCMP, and other agencies
• Next meeting scheduled for November 16, 2021

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021 has been cancelled because of the Federal Election. A Special Committee of the Whole meeting will instead take place on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. The agenda contains only standard procedural items and no substantive business.

• Meeting cancelled due to Federal Election
• Special Committee of the Whole scheduled for September 21, 2021

Public Hearing

Colwood City Council is holding a public hearing to hear views on three proposed zoning bylaw amendments: rezoning CD28 Zone Area 5 in Royal Bay to create sub-areas with limits on congregate care and nursing homes, amending RBCD5 Zone to allow attached dwellings instead of large single-family homes, and enabling a cannabis retail store at 1905 Sooke Road. Council will not answer questions, only receive public input. Written submissions were due by noon on the hearing date.

• Bylaw 1892: Rezone CD28 Zone Area 5 into 5A and 5B in Royal Bay, limiting congregate care, treatment centre, and nursing home uses to Area 5A (applicant: Latoria South Development LP).
• Bylaw 1893: Amend RBCD5 Zone to delete large single-family dwelling regulations and permit minimum two attached dwellings in specified Royal Bay area (applicant: Meadows Development LP).
• Bylaw 1898: Amend Land Use Bylaw to allow a cannabis retail store with max 183 m² floor area at Unit 2, 1905 Sooke Road (applicant: Onni Group).
• Public submissions include support for a seniors residence with four levels of care and opposition to rezoning from some residents.
• Hearing held electronically via phone due to COVID-19; written submissions deadline was noon on September 13, 2021.

Special Council

Colwood City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including a development variance permit for 1764 Island Highway and amendments to the Building Bylaw to implement the BC Energy Step Code. The council will also give third reading to several land use bylaw amendments, including one for cannabis retail at 1905 Sooke Road. Public participation is available via written comments or telephone pre-registration.

• Development Variance Permit DVP 20-009 for 1764 Island Highway: reduce side yard setbacks from 6.0m to 0.0m (Buildings 1 and 2) and 2.0m (Building 3); increase retaining wall heights up to 10.0m
• Building Bylaw amendment to implement BC Energy Step Code: Step 3 for Part 9 homes and Part 3 mid-rise/wood-frame residential up to six stories; Step 2 for high-rise/concrete and commercial buildings, effective December 1, 2021
• Bylaw No. 1849: Building Bylaw Amendment (Energy Step Code) - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd reading
• Bylaw No. 1892: Land Use Bylaw Amendment CD28 Zone (Area 5) - 3rd reading
• Bylaw No. 1898: Land Use Bylaw Amendment (Cannabis Retail, 1905 Sooke Road) - 3rd reading

CANCELLED - Heritage Commission

The City of Colwood Heritage Commission meeting scheduled for September 9, 2021, at 2:00 PM has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items and no substantive business will be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to decide on several land use and infrastructure items, including a rezoning to allow retail cannabis at 1905 Sooke Road, a development variance permit for 220 Caspian Drive, and a request to keep temporary traffic calming measures on several streets. The council will also consider allocating additional funds for the CleanBC Better Homes rebate program and adopting multiple sewer local area service bylaws. Several items are recommendations from the August 23 Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Rezoning to permit retail cannabis at Unit 2, 1905 Sooke Road (Bylaw No. 1898)
• Development variance permit for 220 Caspian Drive to allow a home occupation on a lot less than 368m2
• Keep temporary traffic calming on Adye, Brittany, Milburn, Mt. View, and Pickford; add speed cushions and walkway pickets on Milburn Drive
• Allocate $10,000 from Climate Action Reserve Fund for CleanBC Better Homes Renovation Rebate Program
• Adopt sewer local area service bylaws for 3116 Woodpark Drive, 680 Townview Terrace, 3150 Wishart Road, 3434 Gratton Road, 551 and 543 Cedarcrest Drive

CANCELLED - Board of Variance

This meeting of the Colwood Board of Variance, scheduled for August 24, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (approval of agenda, minutes, old/new business, next meeting, adjournment) and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider recommending several development-related items to Council, including two development variance permits, a rezoning to allow retail cannabis, omnibus land use bylaw amendments, and a subdivision request. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public participation. No correspondence was received at the time of agenda publication.

• Development Variance Permit DVP-21-005 at 220 Caspian Drive
• Development Variance Permit DVP-20-009 at 1764 Island Highway to reduce setbacks and increase retaining wall heights
• Rezoning at 1905 Sooke Road (Unit 2) to permit retail cannabis (Bylaw No. 1898)
• 2021 Omnibus Land Use Bylaw Amendments (Bylaw No. 1897)
• Subdivision at 3415 Fulton Road and update to Communication Antenna Policy

Special Board of Variance

The Colwood Board of Variance will consider two applications to relax rear and side yard setback rules under the Land Use Bylaw. One seeks to reduce the rear setback at 3368 Alfred Place to allow a deck with pergola; the other seeks to legalize a non-conforming side setback at 2937 Pickford Road to enable a renovation and new secondary suite. The board will decide whether these qualify as minor variances and whether they cause undue hardship.

• BV-21-006: Reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 3.35m at 3368 Alfred Place for a deck with pergola
• BV-21-007: Reduce combined side yard setback from 4.5m to 4.10m at 2937 Pickford Road to legalize existing dwelling siting
• BV-21-007: Variance would enable renovation and addition of a secondary suite; a Section 219 Covenant would be required
• Public participation via written comments or telephone pre-registration by noon on meeting day

Board of Variance

The Colwood Board of Variance will consider two applications to relax rear and side yard setback requirements under the Land Use Bylaw. One seeks to allow a deck with pergola at 3368 Alfred Place; the other seeks to legalize a non-conforming setback at 2937 Pickford Road to enable renovations and a new secondary suite. The board will also adopt minutes from its April 27, 2021 meeting.

• BV-21-006: Reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 3.35m at 3368 Alfred Place for a deck with pergola
• BV-21-007: Reduce combined side yard setback from 4.5m to 4.10m at 2937 Pickford Road to legalize existing dwelling and add secondary suite
• Adoption of minutes from April 27, 2021 Board of Variance meeting

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting electronically to consider several recommendations, including Official Community Plan housekeeping amendments, a zoning amendment for Latoria South, and a facility use agreement. The agenda includes multiple sewer local area service bylaws for adoption or reading, and a request to refund a $500 Board of Variance fee. Public participation is available via written comments or telephone pre-registration.

• Official Community Plan 2021 Housekeeping Amendments to include recent policy work on demographics, housing, and parks
• Development Variance Permit to increase retaining wall height from 1.2m to 2.5m at Lot B, Section 67, Esquimalt District (Allandale Road)
• Five-year Facility Use Agreement with Westshore Community Church for St. John Church and Emery Family Hall at $5,200 plus taxes annually
• Bylaw No. 1892: Land Use Bylaw amendment for CD28 Zone Area 5 (Latoria South) to allow congregate housing, health care facility, and nursing home
• Multiple sewer local area service enlargement bylaws for adoption or reading (e.g., 538 Cedarcrest Drive, 676 Townview Terrace, 3119 Metchosin Road, 3163 Woodpark Drive, 680 Townview Terrace)

CANCELLED - Heritage Commission

The Heritage Commission meeting scheduled for July 8, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items and no substantive business was scheduled for discussion.

• Meeting cancelled

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend to Council several planning items, including proceeding with Official Community Plan housekeeping amendments, a retaining wall height variance on Allandale Road, and a text amendment to the Royal Bay RBCD5 zone. The agenda also includes adoption of prior minutes and public participation, with no correspondence received at publication time.

• Official Community Plan 2021 Housekeeping Amendment: includes potential extension of Transit Growth Area along Metchosin Road from Sooke Road to District of Metchosin border, with direct mailout to properties within 250m of centreline
• Development Variance Permit for retaining wall height increase from 1.2m to 2.5m at Lot B, Section 67, Esquimalt District, Plan VIP22075 (PID 003-307-549)
• RZ 21-003 Royal Bay RBCD5 Text Amendment: delete regulations for 'Large one family dwelling' and 'Two family dwelling', add definition of attached dwelling to permit minimum two dwelling units per building
• 2021 Parks Management Plans for Colwood Creek, Lookout Lake, and Oceanview Park
• Adoption of June 21, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including implementing the BC Energy Step Code through a building bylaw amendment, approving two development variance permits, and adopting the 2020 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information. The council will also consider establishing a Bylaw Dispute Adjudication System and refunding a $500 Board of Variance application fee. Several sewer local area service enlargement bylaws are scheduled for readings.

• BC Energy Step Code implementation: Step 3 for single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes, and accessory dwelling units; Step 2 for garden suites and high-rise/commercial buildings
• DVP-20-011 for 727 Grousewood Place: increase accessory building floor area from 60m2 to 110m2 on an R1 lot
• DVP-21-004 for 595 Bezanton Way: reduce front yard setback from 7.5m to 0.0m in CD13 zone, subject to no encroachment into public right-of-way
• Notice of motion to refund $500 Board of Variance application fee for 452 Pelican Drive height variance
• Bylaw 1836 Development Cost Charge Bylaw - Roads: repeal May 25 third reading, amend schedules, and give third reading as amended

NOTICE - Special Closed Meeting Council

Colwood City Council is holding a special in-camera (closed to the public) meeting on June 25, 2021, to discuss the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land. The meeting will open publicly but Council will immediately vote to exclude the public, citing the Community Charter provision that allows closure when disclosure could harm the municipality's interests. The agenda contains no other business.

• Special closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e) for land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• Meeting held electronically per Ministerial Order No. M192
• Council will pass a resolution to exclude the public

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing two items: a status update on the Checkout Bag Regulation Bylaw No. 1757, 2019, which remains at second reading, and a recommendation to amend the CD28 Zone (Area 5) in Latoria South to permit congregate housing, health care facilities, and nursing homes, with related regulations and design guidelines. The committee will also adopt minutes and receive public input.

• Recommendation to amend CD28 Zone (Area 5) to add congregate housing, health care facility and treatment centre, and nursing home uses
• Proposal to exclude health care facility and treatment centre or nursing home from total permitted non-residential floor area in Area 5
• Section 219 covenant to require compliance with Latoria South Sub Area Plan design guidelines for new uses
• Status update on Checkout Bag Regulation Bylaw No. 1757, 2019, currently at second reading

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a motion to close a section of Ocean Boulevard for beach food special events, adoption of multiple sewer bylaws, and a development variance permit. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and correspondence, as well as a request to relax the noise bylaw for paving at Thrifty Foods.

• Motion to close 400m of Ocean Boulevard to thru traffic on weekends and statutory holidays from July 2 to September 5, 2021
• Adoption of Bylaw 1840 to allow cannabis retail at 310 Goldstream Avenue
• Approval of Development Variance Permit DVP 21-002 for 594 Latoria Road to reduce side yard setback from 20m to 15m
• Request to relax Noise Bylaw No. 1594 for paving parking lot at 1860 Island Highway (Thrifty Foods)
• Adoption of 10 sewer local area service enlargement bylaws for properties on Gratton Road, Hallsor Drive, St. Troy Place, and Painter Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider endorsing a draft Off-Street Parking Regulations Bylaw and Parking Variance Policy, and will discuss updates on sewer issues at 807 Bexhill Road. It will also review two development variance permit applications for accessory building size and front yard setback. The meeting includes public participation and adoption of prior minutes.

• Draft Off-Street Parking Regulations Bylaw and Parking Variance Policy endorsed in principle
• 807 Bexhill Road: negotiate drainage right-of-way amendment for sanitary sewer use; $21,000 engineering review of 873 Cuaulta Lift Station from Sewer Enhancement Fund
• DVP-20-011: 727 Grousewood Place accessory building floor area increase from 60m² to 110m²
• DVP-21-004: 595 Bezanton Way front yard setback reduction from 7.5m to 0.0m in CD13 zone
• Public hearing item: Bylaw No. 1840 - Retail Cannabis at 310 Goldstream Road

Council

Colwood City Council will consider awarding two major road construction contracts totaling about $6.75 million, and will discuss tools to encourage non-residential development, including a possible business tax rate change and a revitalization tax exemption program. The council will also review several development-related items, including a variance request and a cannabis retail license application, and give readings to multiple sewer bylaws.

• Award contract to Sparker Construction Ltd. for Painter Road & Metchosin Road Corridor Upgrade, $2,013,781 (excl. GST)
• Award contract to BD Hall Constructors Corp. for Allandale Road Works & Services, $4,736,980.28 (excl. GST)
• Direct staff to return with alternate Business Tax Rate approach and investigate Revitalization Tax Exemption Program
• Support provincial Non-Medical Cannabis License for Rise Cannabis at 310 Goldstream Avenue
• Consider variance DVP-21-002 for 594 Latoria Road to reduce side yard setback from 20.0m to 15.0m

Emergency Planning Committee

The Colwood Emergency Planning Committee is meeting electronically to adopt the agenda and minutes, hear reports from the chair and various agencies, and discuss emergency planning activities. The agenda includes updates on grants, training, and coordination with partner organizations. This is a regular committee meeting focused on operational updates and planning.

• EOC Grant ($25,000) spending nearing completion, final purchase of portable radios
• Evacuation Route Planning application approved for up to $19,000
• Application submitted for $25,000 Emergency Social Services grant
• Updates from agencies including Royal Roads University and Westshore RCMP
• Next meeting scheduled for September 21, 2021

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for May 17, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items with no substantive business to discuss.

Special Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to consider adopting two bylaws: an amendment to the Five Year Financial Plan (2021-2025) and the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw. The proposed plan includes a 5.00% increase in municipal property taxes for 2021. Council will also hear public input, including a written submission from a resident criticizing the tax increase and questioning the city's budget and reserve management.

• Bylaw No. 1872-01: Five Year Financial Plan (2021-2025) Amendment - proposed 5.00% property tax increase for 2021
• Bylaw No. 1873: Tax Rate Bylaw, 2021 - sets 2021 municipal tax rates
• Public hearing restriction: comments on Bylaw No. 1840 (Retail Cannabis - 310 Goldstream Avenue) prohibited
• One written public submission received from Dave Saunders opposing the tax increase and questioning reserve funds
• Staff report shows typical single-family residential property taxes rising 4.6% (from $1,908 to $1,995) for 2021

Heritage Commission

The Heritage Commission will receive a briefing on the Shoreline Assessment Report supporting the City's Waterfront Improvement Plan, which includes a 10-year plan for public realm improvements along Colwood's waterfront. The commission is invited to comment on the report and identify opportunities to integrate heritage interpretation and education into the project. The agenda also includes a briefing on the Draft Heritage Strategy Project.

• Review of Shoreline Assessment Report for Waterfront Improvement Plan
• Discussion on integrating heritage interpretation into waterfront improvements
• Briefing on Draft Heritage Strategy Project
• Adoption of March 11, 2021 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for July 8, 2021

Special Meeting of Council

Council will discuss amendments to the 2021-2025 Financial Plan and the 2021 property tax rates, which currently propose a 6.50% tax revenue increase. This follows a May 10 decision to raise the business tax multiplier from 3.93 to 4.17. Staff will return with an amendment on May 13 if Council directs changes. The financial plan bylaw must be adopted before May 15.

• 6.50% property tax revenue increase for 2021
• Average single-family property tax increase of $144 (7.4%)
• Business tax multiplier increase from 3.93 to 4.17
• Proposed service increases include policing ($230,600), parks maintenance ($111,300), fire protection ($94,000), and IT support ($48,200)
• Public input from Nathan Enge opposing the tax hike

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws and reports, including the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw, which has drawn a written objection from residents citing a 9.3% gross municipal tax increase. Council will also decide whether to consent to a CRD borrowing bylaw for liquid waste management, and consider adopting zoning amendments for the Royal Beach development. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and receiving financial reports.

• Bylaw No. 1873 - Tax Rate Bylaw, 2021: first, second, third readings and adoption
• CRD Bylaw No. 4375: municipal consent for $34.3M borrowing for Liquid Waste Management
• Bylaw No. 1700-04: Official Community Plan Amendment (Royal Beach Sub Area Plan) adoption
• Bylaw No. 1837: Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 175 (CD30 Zone - Royal Beach) adoption
• Bylaw No. 1861: Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 181 (CD28 Zone) adoption

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering recommendations on three main items: a suite of tools to encourage non-residential development (including tax rate reductions and a possible revitalization tax exemption), an on-street parking management system review, and a draft off-street parking regulations bylaw with a variance policy. The committee will also adopt minutes from previous meetings and receive public input. No correspondence had been received at agenda publication.

• Direct staff to return with options to reduce Business Tax Rate multiplier to 3.67 and explore Revitalization Tax Exemption Program
• Advance staff-recommended actions from On-Street Parking Management System Review dated May 2, 2021
• Endorse in principle Draft Off-Street Parking Regulations Bylaw and Draft Parking Variance Policy, then seek public comment
• Public hearing items noted: Bylaw No. 1840 (Retail Cannabis, 310 Goldstream Road) and Bylaw No. 1700-04/1837 (Royal Beach Sub Area Plan and CD30 Zone)
• Adoption of minutes from March 15, 16, and 29, 2021 meetings

Board of Variance

The Colwood Board of Variance will consider one new application (BV-21-003) to reduce the front yard setback from 7.5m to 5.6m at 522 Ledsham Road to build a covered entrance porch and accessible ramp. The applicant cites a disability and undue hardship. The board will also adopt minutes from the February 23, 2021 meeting and receive correspondence.

• Variance BV-21-003: front yard setback reduction from 7.5m to 5.6m at 522 Ledsham Road for covered porch and ramp
• Adoption of minutes from February 23, 2021 meeting
• Correspondence received before and after agenda publication

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting to consider several items, including the adoption of the Five Year Financial Plan (2021-2025) Bylaw and related tax rate bylaw, which would set the business tax ratio at 3.93. Council will also vote on a development variance for a property at 452 Pelican Drive, endorse the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and consider a protocol agreement with the Sooke School District. Additionally, they will address correspondence on topics such as supporting laid-off hotel and tourism workers and mental health and policing.

• Adoption of Five Year Financial Plan (2021-2025) Bylaw No. 1872 and preparation of a Tax Rate Bylaw with a business tax ratio of 3.93
• Approval of DVP-21-003 for 452 Pelican Drive to increase maximum building height from 8.5m to 11.75m
• Endorsement of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Approval of a Protocol Agreement between the City and Sooke School District No. 62
• Adoption of 10 sewer local area service enlargement bylaws for properties on Karger Terrace, Allendale Road, Metchosin Road, Cairndale Road, and Delora Drive

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting was cancelled because there were no items of business to discuss. The agenda lists only standard procedural headings with no substantive items. The next scheduled meeting is May 3, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to no items of business
• Next meeting scheduled for May 3, 2021

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting electronically to consider the 2021-2025 draft financial plan, including capital program recommendations and service funding changes, and to give first, second, and third readings to ten sewer local area service enlargement bylaws. The agenda also includes endorsing the Help Cities Lead campaign and a moratorium on recreational wolf hunting, plus updates on the Waterfront Improvement Plan and heritage inventory. Public participation is via written comments or telephone due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• 2021-2025 Draft Financial Plan: capital program recommendations for Allandale Road works and drainage infrastructure
• 2021 Budget service recommendations: increase Pacific Centre Family Services fee from $75,000 to $115,000; add IT Technician, seasonal labourers, and HR Coordinator positions
• Ten sewer LAS enlargement bylaws (1862-1871) for properties on Karger Terrace, Allandale Road, Metchosin Road, Cairndale Road, and Delora Drive
• Economic Recovery Plan: re-authorize temporary patio permits with no fees for 2021
• Endorse Help Cities Lead campaign and moratorium on recreational wolf hunting on Vancouver Island

Special Committee of the Whole (Budget)

This special Committee of the Whole meeting focuses on the 2021 budget, with staff seeking recommendations on 11 proposed service area changes, including increased funding for the COPE Program, an HR Coordinator, an IT Technician, and bike lane maintenance. The committee will also hear a presentation on the CRD Arts & Culture Support Service and consider whether Colwood should join, alongside public input on the matter.

• Proposed $40,000 increase for COPE Program (PCFSA) for a Youth & Family Counsellor
• Proposed $49,400 for mid-year HR Coordinator hire in 2021
• Proposed $48,200 for a second IT Technician mid-year
• Proposed $29,800 for increased bike lane maintenance (100% improvement)
• Presentation on CRD Arts & Culture Support Service; public letters support joining

Council

Colwood Council is meeting to consider several recommendations from Committee of the Whole, including denying a rezoning for a day care at 3322 Fulton Road, endorsing transit priority concepts for RapidBus and Frequent Transit networks, and receiving a report on managing the growing rabbit population in Royal Bay. Council will also provide direction on Beach Food events for 2021, approve a budget amendment for a Municipal Business Process System, and consider first and second reading of a Development Cost Charge Bylaw for roads. Several sewer local area service enlargement bylaws are up for adoption.

• Rezoning application RZ 20-009 to deny change from Residential 1 to Day Care (P6) at 3322 Fulton Road
• Endorse in principle Westshore Transit Priority Corridor concepts, with conditions for further planning and public engagement
• Budget amendment for Municipal Business Process System from $300,000 to $464,000, funded by COVID Re-Start Grant
• First and second reading of Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 1836 for roads
• Adoption of sewer LAS enlargement bylaws for 502 Allandale Road, 651 Cairndale Road, and 3236 Metchosin Road

Special Committee of the Whole (Budget)

The Colwood Special Committee of the Whole (Budget) is meeting to discuss the 2021-2025 draft financial plan, including service recommendations and capital program items. They will also receive the West Shore RCMP 2020 annual report and decide whether to participate in the CRD's Arts & Culture Support Service. The meeting is largely a working session to provide direction on budget items, with public input limited to written submissions due to COVID-19.

• West Shore RCMP 2020 Annual Year End Report to be received
• Budget consideration for CRD Arts & Culture Support Service
• Service recommendations: Community Outreach Prevention Program fee, HR Coordinator, IT Technician, bike lane maintenance, parks maintenance, invasive plant management, urban forestry, trail maintenance, boulevard beautification, storm sewer maintenance
• Capital program items: Allandale Works and Services, building, drainage, equipment, vehicles/fleet, parks, sewer utility infrastructure
• Public input: two written submissions received, both supporting CRD Arts & Culture participation

Emergency Planning Committee

The Colwood Emergency Planning Committee is meeting electronically to approve the agenda, adopt the January 19, 2021 minutes, and receive reports from the chair and various agencies including Emergency Support Services, Royal Roads University, and Westshore RCMP. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed for this meeting.

• Adoption of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Report from Chief John Cassidy, Director of Emergency Planning
• Agency reports from Colwood Administration, Engineering, Emergency Communications, ESS, Royal Roads University, West Shore Parks and Recreation, and Westshore RCMP
• Next meeting scheduled for May 18, 2021

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a rezoning application for a proposed day care at 3322 Fulton Road, with options to deny or proceed under conditions including sewer and cost reports. They will also receive an update on the Westshore Transit Priority Project from BC Transit and endorse transit concepts in principle. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and public participation, plus a near-term agenda listing future items.

• Rezoning application for day care at 3322 Fulton Road
• Westshore Transit Priority Project update with BC Transit
• Endorsement of transit concepts for RapidBus and Frequent Transit networks
• Public input on Bylaw No. 1840 (Retail Cannabis 310 Goldstream Road) and Royal Beach Sub Area Plan
• Adoption of minutes from March 1, 2, and 3, 2021 meetings

Heritage Commission

The Colwood Heritage Commission is meeting to receive the 2021 Heritage Inventory Update, which shows that of 105 properties listed in the 1988 inventory, only 60 remain standing. The commission will consider recommending that Council use this update to inform a new Heritage Inventory and that owners of listed properties be contacted for input into the Heritage Strategy. The meeting also includes updates on the 2021 commission appointments, the Cenotaph, and a potential Royal BC Museum partnership.

• 2021 Heritage Inventory Update: 40 of 105 properties demolished, 1 removed, 4 extant
• Proposed classification changes: 3113 Carran Road drops from Class B to C; 585 Ledsham Road drops from Class C to D
• Recommendation to direct staff to use update for new Heritage Inventory after criteria development
• Recommendation to contact owners of extant listed properties for Heritage Strategy input
• 2021 Heritage Commission appointments confirmed (term to Dec 31, 2021)

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting electronically to discuss and decide on several items, including the adoption of a land use amendment for 1764 Island Highway, the initiation of active transportation projects along Metchosin and Painter Roads, and the first readings of multiple sewer local area service bylaws. The council will also hear delegations on human trafficking and child abuse prevention, and consider correspondence about a checkout bag regulation bylaw.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 1852, Land Use Amendment for 1764 Island Highway (Galaxy Motors Site)
• Recommendation to tender and construct Metchosin Road and Painter Road active transportation projects in 2021
• First, second, and third readings for sewer LAS enlargement bylaws at 502 Allandale Road, 651 Cairndale Road, and 3236 Metchosin Road
• Delegation on human sex trafficking awareness by Cathy Peters
• Motion to schedule 2021 Spring Clean-Up and improve Lookout Lake Park

Special Committee of the Whole (Budget)

The Colwood Committee of the Whole is meeting electronically to continue deliberations on the 2021-2025 Draft Financial Plan. They will discuss service plans for Public Works, Recreation, Culture and Heritage, and the Capital Program. The meeting is part of the budget process leading to adoption of a financial plan bylaw before May 15.

• 2021-2025 Draft Financial Plan operating budget deliberations
• Capital Program review: roads, buildings, drainage, equipment, fleet, parks, sewer
• Service plans for Public Works (roads, parks, trails, boulevards, storm sewers, sewer utility)
• Recreation, Culture and Heritage service plan
• Public participation via written comments or phone registration

Special Committee of the Whole (Budget)

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2021-2025 draft financial plan, including consolidated budget, revenue, and service plans for all departments. The agenda includes a public participation period and notes that no correspondence was received at publication time. The meeting is part of the budget process leading to adoption of a financial plan bylaw.

• 2021-2025 draft financial plan review
• Revenue discussion
• Service plans for all departments including Fire Rescue, Policing, and Public Works
• Public participation via written comments or telephone
• Bylaws subject to public hearing: Retail Cannabis (310 Goldstream Road), Royal Beach Sub Area Plan, Land Use Amendment (1764 Island Highway)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive reports and discuss several items, including the 2021 budget for West Shore Parks and Recreation, a sidewalk necessity request, the 2020 Annual Approving Officer's Report, and the Active Transportation Network Plan (ATNP). The committee will recommend one of two options for endorsing a 2021-2031 prioritization of sidewalk and bicycle projects, with or without specific sidewalk projects on Millburn Drive and Haida Drive. The agenda also includes routine adoption of minutes and public participation.

• Presentation: West Shore Parks and Recreation 2021 Budget
• Milburn Sidewalk Necessity presentation
• 2020 Annual Approving Officer's Report - Summary of Land Assets
• Active Transportation Network Plan (ATNP) - endorse 2021-2031 sidewalk/bike project prioritization, with options including or excluding projects 10A (Millburn Drive) and 11A (Haida Drive)
• Public hearing items noted: Bylaw 1840 (Retail Cannabis 310 Goldstream Road), Bylaw 1700-04/1837 (Royal Beach), Bylaw 1852 (1764 Island Highway)

Board of Variance

The Colwood Board of Variance will consider two variance applications at its February 23, 2021 electronic meeting. The first seeks to relax front-yard setback rules for an accessory building at 452 Pelican Drive, and the second requests a reduced rear-yard setback for a new deck at 336 Farview Road. The board will also adopt minutes from its January 26 meeting.

• BV-21-004: 452 Pelican Drive — request to reduce front-yard setback from 7.5m to 2.13m for an accessory building
• BV-21-005: 336 Farview Road — request to reduce rear-yard setback for a replacement deck
• Adoption of minutes from January 26, 2021 Board of Variance meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for March 30, 2021

Council

Colwood City Council approved a $488,000 grant from the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund for the Greater Victoria Housing Society's project at 85 Belmont Road, and directed staff to prepare an amendment to the Latoria South (CD28) zone allowing up to 2,100 dwelling units and 40,000 m2 of non-residential floor area. Council also affirmed the Metchosin Road cross-section with intersection improvements, approved $79,059 in COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant funding for West Shore Parks and Recreation, and supported a no-fee regional tower crane rescue service agreement. Several items were opposed by individual councillors.

• Approved $488,000 affordable housing grant for 85 Belmont Road project
• Directed preparation of Latoria South CD28 zone amendment: 2,100 dwelling units, 40,000 m2 non-residential floor area
• Affirmed Metchosin Road cross-section with intersection improvements at Sooke, Wishart, Lagoon, Painter, Latoria
• Approved $79,059 COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant for West Shore Parks and Recreation
• Supported no-fee regional tower crane rescue service agreement with City of Langford

Council

Colwood City Council is meeting electronically to decide on grant-in-aid funding totaling $40,100 for local organizations, adopt several bylaws including traffic and sewer amendments, and receive reports on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and emergency preparedness. The agenda also includes a request to raise the Greek flag for Greek independence and a delegation about rezoning at 3322 Fulton Road. Most items are routine administrative decisions, with no major policy changes proposed.

• Grant in Aid: $40,100 total to 24 recipients, including $4,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters, $2,900 to JDF Senior Citizens Association, and $2,500 to RCL Branch #91 for Remembrance Day
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 1134-05 (Traffic and Highways amendment)
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 1848 (Municipal Ticket Information amendment)
• Adoption of four sewer Local Area Service enlargement bylaws for 3371 Wishart Road and 3353 Mary Anne Crescent
• Draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan to be received and sent for external review

Committee of the Whole

Colwood's Committee of the Whole will receive staff briefings on BC Transit's Island Highway Priority Project and the Municipal Natural Assets Initiative, and consider recommending an amendment to the Latoria South (CD28) zone to cap non-residential floor area at 40,000 m². The agenda also includes adoption of prior minutes and public participation.

• BC Transit Island Highway Priority Project update
• Recommendation to support application to Municipal Natural Assets Initiative for a Natural Asset Inventory
• Proposed amendment to Latoria South (CD28) zone: cap non-residential floor area at 40,000 m² in Areas 1-9, excluding Health Care Facility and Treatment Centre in Area 4
• Public hearing items listed: Bylaw 1840 (Retail Cannabis 310 Goldstream Road), Bylaw 1700-04 and 1837 (Royal Beach), Bylaw 1852 (1764 Island Highway)

Board of Variance

The Colwood Board of Variance will consider two applications to relax setback rules: one for an accessory building at 3419 Karger Terrace and another for a new home with a secondary suite at 525 Gurunank Lane. The board will also adopt minutes from its October 2020 meeting. Public participation is by written comment or phone due to COVID-19.

• BV-21-001: 3419 Karger Terrace — reduce front-yard setback from 7.5m to 2.13m for a detached garage/garden shed
• BV-21-002: 525 Gurunank Lane — reduce rear-yard setback from 6.0m to 4.0m for a new single-family dwelling with secondary suite
• Neighbour objections received for BV-21-001 citing aesthetics and precedent concerns
• Meeting held electronically per Ministerial Order M192
• Next meeting scheduled for February 23, 2021

Public Hearing

Colwood City Council is holding a public hearing on Bylaw No. 1852, which would rezone 1764 Island Highway from Highway Commercial (CS2) to Mixed Use Employment Centre 2 (MUEC2) to allow commercial and light industrial uses. The hearing is electronic due to COVID-19, with written submissions and live participation options. Council will listen to public input before deciding on the bylaw.

• Rezoning of Lot A, Section 1, Esquimalt District, Plan 36299 (1764 Island Highway) from CS2 to MUEC2
• Proposal includes up to 6 storeys, 1.0 FAR, and 50% site coverage
• Development includes 141,290 sq ft of industrial, mezzanine, and office space across 3 buildings
• Parking: 183 stalls provided vs 219 required under old bylaw
• Public submissions received regarding Wilfert Road traffic and shortcutting

Council

Colwood Council is meeting electronically to consider several bylaws, including amendments to traffic and municipal ticket bylaws, a land use amendment for 1764 Island Highway, and sewer local area service enlargements for 3371 Wishart Road and 3353 Mary Anne Crescent. The agenda also includes receiving minutes and a staff report on bylaw amendments. Public participation is available by written comment or phone due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Bylaw 1134-05: Traffic and Highways amendment, first, second, third readings
• Bylaw 1848: Municipal Ticket Information amendment (Schedule 12), first, second, third readings
• Bylaw 1852: Land Use amendment for 1764 Island Highway (Galaxy Motors site), third reading
• Bylaw 1850/1851: Main/West Sewer LAS enlargements for 3371 Wishart Road, first, second, third readings
• Bylaw 1853/1854: Main/West Sewer LAS enlargements for 3353 Mary Anne Crescent, first, second, third readings

Emergency Planning Committee

The Colwood Emergency Planning Committee is meeting electronically to approve the agenda, adopt the November 17, 2020 minutes, and receive reports from the chair and various agencies including fire, engineering, emergency communications, and support services. The agenda includes updates on training, equipment purchases funded by a $25,000 EMBC grant, and COVID-19 preparedness. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Report from Fire Chief John Cassidy on emergency planning activities
• Updates from Emergency Support Services, including call-outs for a car crash on Pickford and a windstorm at a Latoria condominium complex
• Purchase of equipment funded by $25,000 EMBC grant, including wireless printers, laptops, and a portable CREST radio
• Discussion of COVID-19 second wave preparedness and seasonal preparedness
• Next meeting scheduled for March 16, 2021

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting was cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss. The agenda contains only standard procedural headings with no substantive business listed. The next meeting is scheduled for February 1, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to no agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for Monday, February 1, 2021

Heritage Commission

The Colwood Heritage Commission is meeting electronically to elect a chair for 2021, adopt previous minutes, and hear a delegation from the West Shore Arts Council requesting historical information for Royal Bay. They will also discuss updates to the Heritage Inventory, a presentation on Colwood Regression Mapping, a potential tapestry donation to Craigdarroch Castle, and confirm 2021 appointments. The commission will consider recommending a 2021 draft budget totaling $70,000 for heritage initiatives, strategy development, and a new Heritage Registry.

• Chair election for 2021 per Heritage Commission Bylaw No. 1789
• Delegation from Laura Davis, West Shore Arts Council, requesting historical info for Royal Bay
• Heritage Inventory update and report to Council
• 2021 draft budget: $10,000 core initiatives, $40,000 Heritage Strategy, $20,000 Heritage Registry
• Craigdarroch Castle potential tapestry donation discussion

Council

Council will consider adopting Bylaw No. 1816, which rezones Unit 2020 at 310 Wale Road to allow retail cannabis. They will also receive a staff report on a Heritage Vision Statement and consider directing staff to explore partnerships with the Royal BC Museum for heritage infrastructure at Royal Bay. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes, and public participation is limited to written comments or phone registration due to COVID-19.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 1816 - Cannabis Retail rezoning at 310 Wale Road
• Heritage Vision Statement recommendation and 2020 end-of-year update
• Potential partnership with Royal BC Museum for heritage infrastructure at Royal Bay
• Public participation via written comments or phone registration due to COVID-19