Oak Bay public meetings in 2021
50 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Notice - Special Council Meeting
The District of Oak Bay is holding a special council meeting on December 13, 2021, at 5:15 p.m. in Council Chambers. The entire meeting will be closed to the public under Community Charter provisions for labour relations and solicitor-client privileged advice. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(c) and (i)
- Closed session topics: labour relations or other employee relations
- Closed session topics: receipt of solicitor-client privileged advice
Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council is meeting to decide on several items, including reallocating Gas Tax funds from the Uplands Sewer Separation Project to general infrastructure, approving a new mixed-use building at 713 St. Patrick Street, and adopting several bylaw amendments. They will also consider waiving a $700 subdivision application fee at 592 Island Road and a house relocation at 3150 Tarn Place.
- Reallocate Gas Tax funds from Uplands Sewer Separation Project to general infrastructure
- Approve development permit and variance for 3-storey mixed-use building at 713 St. Patrick Street
- Adopt Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 4799 for 713 St. Patrick Street
- Waive $700 re-application fee for subdivision at 592 Island Road
- Adopt amendments to Streets and Traffic, Driveway Access, Water Rate, Sewer User Charge, and Refuse Collection bylaws
Virtual Town Hall
Oak Bay Council is hosting a virtual town hall on December 9, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. to hear questions and ideas from community members. The meeting is an open forum with no formal decisions or agenda items listed. Residents can participate via Zoom or in person at Municipal Hall, and can submit questions in advance by email.
- Open-mic forum for community questions and ideas
- Virtual participation via Zoom (Meeting ID: 838 5334 0133, Passcode: 330917)
- In-person attendance at Municipal Hall with registration required due to COVID-19 limits
- Questions can be submitted in advance to [email protected]
- Meeting will be recorded for those unable to attend
Notice - Special Council Meeting
The District of Oak Bay is holding a special council meeting that will be closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k). The closed session concerns negotiations and related discussions about the proposed provision of a municipal service at preliminary stages. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
- Meeting held at Council Chambers, 2167 Oak Bay Avenue
- In-person attendance requires registration due to COVID-19 limits
Heritage Commission Special Meeting
The Oak Bay Heritage Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the heritage values of 3150 Tarn Place, which the owners want to relocate off the property. Council referred the matter to the commission for possible heritage designation. The commission will also review its 2022 work plan and training opportunities.
- Discussion of heritage designation for 3150 Tarn Place, a 1935 Tudor-Revival house
- Council referral to consider possible heritage designation of the property
- Heritage Commission Work Plan for 2022
- Training opportunities via Heritage BC Webinars
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting includes presentations and decisions on the Oak Bay Community Coolkit program and a deer management update with a provincial grant application. Council will also consider allowing early lease termination for the Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society and adopt the 2022 Acting Mayor rotation.
- Deer management grant application up to $30,400 from provincial PUDAC program, with $40,650 District funding if approved
- Presentation and report on launching the Oak Bay Community Coolkit Program by UBC's Dr. Stephen Sheppard
- Allow six-month early lease termination for VIRCS at 1531 Hampshire Road and 1538 Monterey Avenue, effective May 8, 2022
- Adopt 2022 Acting Mayor Rotation schedule
- Adoption of minutes from November 16 and November 29 special council meetings
Special Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel is holding a special meeting to consider Uplands Siting and Design Application ADP00142 for a new two-storey single-family home at 3300 Exeter Road. The panel will review the proposal against Uplands design guidelines and OCP policies, including tree removal and canopy coverage. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and a closed session for Allan Cassidy Award nominations.
- New 506.8 m2 (5,457 ft2) single-family home at 3300 Exeter Road
- Demolition of existing 1959 home
- Removal of 3 bylaw-protected trees (1 Japanese maple, 2 snake bark maples)
- 4 replacement trees proposed (1 Garry oak, 3 evergreen magnolias)
- Closed session for Allan Cassidy Award nominations
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting will decide on the 2021 Oak Bay Police Department provisional budget, consent to a CRD climate action bylaw, and give readings to multiple 2022 utility rate bylaws (water, sewer, solid waste). Council will also consider a housing agreement bylaw, development variance permit, and amendments to streets, traffic, and driveway access bylaws. Several items are procedural, such as approving the agenda and minutes.
- 2021 Oak Bay Police Department provisional budget approval
- Consent to CRD Bylaw No. 4468 (Climate Action and Adaptation Service)
- Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 4799 for 713 St. Patrick Street
- 2022 Water Utility Rates with $116,000 transfer to reserve
- 2022 Municipal and Regional Sewer Rates with $50,500 transfer to reserve
Notice - Special Council Meeting - 6:00PM 29 Nov 2021
This is a special Council meeting that will be closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(a), meaning the subject matter relates to personal information about an identifiable individual being considered for a municipal position. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(a) of the Community Charter
- Discussion of personal information about a candidate for a municipal position
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will review and discuss its draft 2022 annual work plan, which includes projects like the ArtsAlive sculpture program, painted pianos, the Acorn Arts Award, and a proposed Spring Arts Festival. Time permitting, the committee will also review the Oak Bay Public Art Policy. The meeting includes routine approval of the agenda and adoption of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Review of draft 2022 work plan, including ArtsAlive sculpture program (up to $15,000 for up to 10 sculptures)
- Discussion of Painted Pianos project (5 existing pianos; new pianos cost $700-$900 each)
- Acorn Arts Award (up to $1,000 for advertising and ceremony)
- Proposed Spring Arts Festival (new initiative for 2022)
- Review of Oak Bay Public Art Policy (time permitting)
Police Board
The Oak Bay Police Board is meeting to receive updates on the strategic plan, accountability, and department reports, and to review new or updated policies on bombs and explosives, COVID-19 vaccination requirements, and promotions. The board will also receive information on reserve fund balances and discuss new issues raised by members. The meeting will then move into a closed session for personnel matters.
- Policy updates: OA 070 Bombs & Explosives, AB 290 COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements, AB 150 Promotion
- Reserve fund balances as of Nov 1, 2021: Major Crimes $807,000; Police Equipment & Communications $107,917; Structural Repairs $145,757; Vehicles $152,922
- Strategic Plan 2023-2026 timeline update
- Accountability Report: 1 new complaint, 2 ongoing, 8 YTD; 3 inadmissible, 1 not substantiated
- Overtime Report for October 2021: 142.5 hours worked, 1,741.3 YTD
22 Nov 2021 - Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council will review a staff report recommending notice for a Development Variance Permit at 3050 Beach Drive, allowing a second-storey addition within the rear setback. Council will also review and potentially reaffirm its 2019-2022 priorities, and consider a motion to review historical monuments and plaques on District land for respectful Indigenous language.
- Development Variance Permit DVP00116 for 3050 Beach Drive to allow second-storey addition within rear setback (variance of 1.52 m)
- 2019-2022 Council Priorities review and potential reaffirmation
- Notice of motion to review historical monuments and plaques on District land, including 1925 plaque in Walbran Park
Special Council Meeting
Oak Bay council is holding a special meeting that is closed to the public. The only item is a discussion about acquiring, disposing of, or expropriating land, under a provincial law that allows secrecy when disclosure could harm municipal interests.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(e)
- Discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i) and (k). Council will receive solicitor-client privileged advice and hold preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service. No decisions or public discussion are on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privilege advice
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting that will be entirely closed to the public under Community Charter provisions. The council will discuss personnel matters, labour relations, and potential land transactions. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(a): personal information about a candidate for a municipal position
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(c): labour relations or employee relations
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(e): acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving reports and discussing a new Communications & Public Engagement Framework, a one-year review of the Committee and Commission Policy, and results of a business survey on single-use plastics. Council will also hear a delegation from the Stewardship Centre for BC about the Green Shores program. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and public comment.
- Public Engagement Framework and Toolkit presented by CAO Lou Varela and Communications Specialist Hayley Goodgrove
- Committee and Commission Policy: One-Year Review with proposed amendments to Council Procedure Bylaw
- Single-Use Plastics Business Survey Results and Situational Update with staff recommending Option 1 or Option 2
- Delegation: Stewardship Centre for BC - Green Shores Program presentation
- Adoption of Committee of the Whole Minutes from October 18, 2021
Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council will consider an appeal of a denied tree removal permit for a Leyland Cypress at 880 Island Road, and will vote on a development variance permit for a second-storey addition at 3005 Devon Road. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports, plus a presentation on Indigenous relations that has been rescheduled.
- Appeal of decision to deny Leyland Cypress tree removal at 880 Island Road
- Uplands Siting and Design ADP00139 & Development Variance Permit DVP00117 for renovations and second storey addition at 3005 Devon Road
- Heritage Alteration Permit HAP00019 for restorative works to Annandale Rock Walls at 1561 York Place (rescheduled)
- 2022 appointments to external committees
- Receipt of Public Art Advisory Committee minutes from September and October 2021
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission will discuss and provide input on three proposed guiding attributes for Oak Bay's Secondary Suites program: owner occupancy requirement, one additional off-street parking space (with variance possible), and a voluntary registration program. This follows Council's request for further discussion on these items. The Commission may endorse the proposed attributes or offer an alternative recommendation for Council's consideration at its November 9, 2021 meeting.
- Review of Secondary Suites Study Final Strategy (Urban Systems, September 2021)
- Discussion on owner occupancy requirement for secondary suites in single-family dwellings
- Discussion on requiring one additional off-street parking space per suite, with case-by-case variance
- Discussion on voluntary registration program for tracking suites
- Adoption of September 7, 2021 minutes
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public under Community Charter provisions for solicitor-client privileged advice and preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service. No decisions or discussions are open to the public.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privilege
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, receive updates from staff and council liaisons, and discuss development of its 2022 work plan. The committee will also review the Oak Bay Public Art Policy, which outlines funding, governance, and selection processes for public art. This is a regular business meeting with no major decisions expected.
- Review of Oak Bay Public Art Policy
- Discussion of 2022 work plan development
- Staff and Council liaison updates
- Approval of October 20, 2021 minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for November 24, 2021
Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council is meeting to consider several items, including whether to keep temporary sidewalk widenings on Oak Bay Avenue and remove them on Crescent Road, approve development permits and variances for properties on St. Patrick Street, Beach Drive, Devon Road, and Linkleas Avenue, and review the third quarter budget. The agenda also includes a report on renewing a confined space rescue agreement with the University of Victoria and a policy review for committees and commissions.
- Temporary sidewalk widening on Oak Bay Avenue to be maintained with concrete planting boxes; Crescent Road widening to be removed
- Development Permit DP000030 and Variance DVP00115 for 713 St. Patrick Street
- Uplands Siting and Design ADP00140 for renovations at 3040 Beach Drive
- Development Variance Permit DVP00114 for 875 Linkleas Avenue to reduce front yard setback and increase paved area
- Third Quarter Budget Report 2021
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Oak Bay Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and adopt minutes from the previous meeting, then discuss the development of the 2022 work plan. The meeting includes updates from staff and council liaisons. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the work plan discussion.
- Discussion of Public Art Advisory Committee work plan (2022) development
- Staff Liaison Update
- Council Liaison Update
- Approval of agenda and adoption of minutes
Cancelled - Heritage Commission
This agenda is a cancellation notice. The Heritage Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 2:00pm has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving the final Secondary Suites Study strategy, which outlines possible regulations for secondary suites in single-family homes. Council will not make final decisions at this meeting but will later consider endorsing guiding attributes and directing staff to draft bylaws. The agenda also includes a presentation on a new Development Tracker and a delegation on energy conservation.
- Secondary Suites Study - Final Strategy (September 2021) received for information
- Presentation on Development Tracker by staff
- Delegation from Olson Energy Management on energy conservation in Oak Bay
- No financial impact from receiving the report; future implementation costs to be reported later
Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council is meeting to hear results of public consultation on the redevelopment of the former Oak Bay Lodge property, and to discuss the Sustainable Infrastructure Replacement Plan. Council will also consider several reports and bylaws, including a reserves policy amendment, an earthquake insurance deductible increase, and development variance permits.
- Public consultation results on Oak Bay Lodge redevelopment (CRHD presentation)
- Reserves and Surplus Policy Amendment for Major Crimes Reserve
- Increase earthquake insurance deductible to $250,000 or 15% of insurable value
- Development Variance Permit for 875 Linkleas Avenue
- Adoption of Animal Control Bylaw Amendment No. 4797 and Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw Amendment No. 4798
Cancelled - Advisory Planning Commission
This meeting of the Advisory Planning Commission, scheduled for October 5, 2021, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
- Meeting cancelled
Police Board
The Oak Bay Police Board is meeting to discuss new provincial policing standards on unbiased policing, a digital evidence management system, and policy updates. The board will also receive reports on strategic planning, accountability, overtime, and special municipal constables. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel issues.
- Provincial Policing Standards on the Promotion of Unbiased Policing (effective dates to 2023)
- PRIME CORP Digital Evidence Management System update
- Policy updates: Sudden Deaths draft and Victim Services draft
- Overtime reports for June-August 2021 (total YTD 1,401.3 hours)
- Special Municipal Constables YTD overview ($20,112.92 total)
Special Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council is holding a special meeting on September 28, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. The entire meeting will be closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(k) to discuss preliminary-stage negotiations about a proposed municipal service, as public discussion could harm the municipality's interests. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council will receive an update on the Asset Management Program and Sustainable Infrastructure Replacement Plan, which may affect future tax and utility rates. They will also consider a development variance permit for a fence at Glenlyon Norfolk School and confirm several staff appointments.
- Asset Management Program Update - Sustainable Infrastructure Replacement Plan
- Development Variance Permit DVP00113 for fence height at 1701 Beach Drive (Glenlyon Norfolk School)
- Appointments: Lou Varela as CAO, Sarah Morden, Kathy McLennan, and Bruce Anderson as Approving Officer
- Third Quarter Council Priorities Update 2021
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Oak Bay Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to approve its agenda and adopt minutes from July 28, 2021. Members will receive staff, council, and regional arts updates, and discuss development of the 2022 work plan, including ideas for an arts festival and smaller pop-up event, and which past projects to carry forward or drop.
- Discussion of 2022 work plan, including ArtsAlive, Painted Piano, and Acorn Arts Award
- Staff Liaison Update
- Council Liaison Update
- Regional Arts/Culture Update and member round table
Special Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council is holding a special meeting to decide on several items, including a $3,000 grant request from the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association for a sidewalk music pilot, first readings of two bylaw amendments (animal control and ticket information), and two licence of occupation agreements. They will also consider a development permit for a parking lot and boat storage area at 3475 Ripon Road.
- Grant in Aid of $3,000 to Oak Bay Business Improvement Association for Music in the Village pilot
- Animal Control Bylaw No. 4013, 1999, Amendment Bylaw No. 4797, 2021 for first three readings
- Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 3952, 1997, Amendment Bylaw No. 4798, 2021 for first three readings
- Licence of Occupation for Girl Guides of Canada at Girl Guides' Hall
- Development Permit DP000035 for repaving parking lot and boat storage at 3475 Ripon Road
CANCELLED - Committee of the Whole
The September 21, 2021, Committee of the Whole meeting has been cancelled. A special council meeting will be held in its place at the same time.
- Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled
- Special council meeting scheduled for September 21, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.
Heritage Commission
The Oak Bay Heritage Commission is meeting to consider a heritage alteration permit for restoring the Annandale rock walls at 1561 York Place, including widening driveway openings and adding a pedestrian entrance. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and adoption of previous minutes. The meeting is electronic due to provincial health orders.
- Heritage Alteration Permit HAP00019 for 1561 York Place to restore rock walls, widen driveway openings to 4.88 m, and add a pedestrian entrance on Prospect Place
- Proposed installation of new metal gates, intercoms, and address signage along York Place and Prospect Place
- Restoration will use salvaged granite and concrete pillar caps, with repointing to match original detailing
- Adoption of minutes from June 15, 2021 Heritage Commission meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for October 19, 2021
Board of Variance
The Oak Bay Board of Variance will hold an electronic meeting on September 1, 2021, to consider three variance applications for residential properties. The board will decide whether to grant minor variances for renovations and additions at 1101 Beach Drive, 575 St. Patrick Street, and 520 Island Road. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from the November 25, 2020 meeting, which denied two variances and approved one.
- 1101 Beach Drive: variance to increase building height from 7.32 m to 10.20 m and roof height from 9.14 m to 12.61 m for renovations to a 1913 home
- 575 St. Patrick Street: variance to permit construction of an accessory building
- 520 Island Road: variance to permit renovations including an exterior stairwell and hot tub siting
- Adoption of November 25, 2020 minutes, which denied variances at 2617 Cadboro Bay Road and 2507 Wootton Crescent, and approved structural alterations at 1917 Hampshire Road
Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council is meeting to decide on several items, including awarding construction contracts for the Windsor Sanitary Sewer Phase 1 (up to $370,000) and Cadboro/Bowker Intersection Upgrades (up to $425,000), endorsing a summer music pilot project, and receiving reports on the second quarter budget and heritage designation. Council will also consider multiple development variance permits and siting and design applications for new homes, including a major University of Victoria project.
- Authorize construction contract for Windsor Sanitary Sewer Phase 1, not to exceed $370,000
- Authorize construction contract for Cadboro/Bowker Intersection Upgrades, not to exceed $425,000
- Endorse Oak Bay Business Improvement Association's 'Music in the Village' summer 2021 pilot project and waive anti-noise bylaw enforcement
- Approve Development Variance Permit DVP00106 for University of Victoria Engineering and Computer Science buildings at 3800 Finnerty Road
- Approve new single-family home siting and design applications at 2780 Beach Drive, 2021 Brighton Avenue, and 2031 Brighton Avenue
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(g) and (k). The council will discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality, and preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service. No decisions or public actions are listed on the agenda.
- Meeting closed to the public under Section 90(1)(g) for litigation or potential litigation
- Meeting closed under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
CANCELLED - Committee of the Whole
This meeting of the Committee of the Whole, originally scheduled for July 19, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
Special Council Meeting
At this special meeting, Council will receive a presentation on the Secondary Suites Study, including community survey results, and provide direction for a final report to be considered in September 2021. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and adoption of minutes from the July 12 meeting.
- Secondary Suites Study – Community Survey/Draft Strategy presentation by Urban Systems
- Direction for preparation of Final Report on Secondary Suites Study for September 2021
- Adoption of minutes from July 12, 2021 Regular Council Meeting
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter provisions. Council will discuss personnel information, a municipal award or gift, solicitor-client privileged advice, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(a) for personnel information
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(b) for award or gift matters
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privileged advice
- Closed session under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
Advisory Design Panel
The Oak Bay Advisory Design Panel is meeting electronically to review four siting and design applications for new single-family homes and a renovation, and to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The panel will make recommendations to Council on these applications.
- 2031 Brighton Avenue: new single-family home, detached garage, and pool
- 2021 Brighton Avenue: new single-family home
- 2780 Beach Drive: new single-family home
- 3170 Beach Drive: renovations and additions to existing home
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i) and (k). The council will discuss solicitor-client privileged advice and preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privilege
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(k) for preliminary municipal service negotiations
Council Meeting
Oak Bay Council is meeting electronically to receive and approve the District's 2020 Annual Report, along with updates on Council priorities and the asset management program. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes and receiving committee minutes.
- Receive and approve the District of Oak Bay 2020 Annual Report
- Receive Second Quarter Council Priorities Update 2021 and rename Corporate Plan to Council Priorities Plan
- Receive Asset Management and Infrastructure Capital Program Update
- Approve agenda and adopt minutes from June 14, 2021 meeting
- Receive Committee of the Whole minutes from May 17, 2021
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Oak Bay Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to approve the agenda, adopt the May 26, 2021 minutes, and receive updates from staff, council, and regional arts/culture. The main discussion item is the development of the committee's 2022 work plan. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Discussion of the Public Art Advisory Committee work plan (2022) development
- Staff Liaison Update
- Council Liaison Update
- Regional Arts/Culture Update, including a member round table discussion
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i) to receive solicitor-client privileged advice. No decisions or public business are on the agenda.
- Meeting closed under Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privileged advice
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates and discuss three main items: the Bowker Creek Initiative (including a daylighting feasibility study and possible stormwater service level increase), a proposed two-hour parking restriction near St. Michael's School, and potential resurfacing of four tennis courts at Carnarvon Park. The meeting also includes a delegation from Friends of Bowker Creek and public comment.
- Bowker Creek Initiative update with daylighting feasibility study and implementation framework
- Proposed Traffic Control Order No. 2020-23: two-hour parking on Falkland Road and Victoria Ave between Central Ave and McNeill Ave
- Discussion on resurfacing four tennis courts at Carnarvon Park
- Delegation from Friends of Bowker Creek on salmon recovery and restoration work
- Referral of stormwater management service level increase to 2022 Strategic Priorities and Financial Planning
Heritage Commission
The Oak Bay Heritage Commission is meeting electronically to discuss a condition assessment of Tod House, a municipally designated heritage site at 2564 Heron Street, and to consider recommending it for provincial heritage designation. The commission will also receive updates from staff and council liaisons and may make recommendations to council. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and adopting previous minutes.
- Presentation on Tod House Condition Assessment (Oct. 2020) and potential Provincial Heritage Designation
- Tod House is in fair condition with deferred maintenance; report recommends designation and conservation plan
- Adoption of April 14, 2021 minutes
- Committee recommendations to Council per Section 12(b) of Committee and Commission Policy
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting convened solely to hold an in camera (closed) session. The council will discuss items permitted under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a), (c), and (g), which cover personal information about potential municipal appointees, labour or employee relations, and litigation or potential litigation. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- In camera discussion under Section 90(1)(a): personal information about a candidate for a municipal position
- In camera discussion under Section 90(1)(c): labour relations or other employee relations
- In camera discussion under Section 90(1)(g): litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend permanent locations for two donated sculptures, Portal and Jelly, and to review the Public Art Policy and work plan. The meeting includes updates from staff and council liaisons, and a discussion of the committee's annual work plan for 2022.
- Recommendation for permanent location of 'Portal' by Heather Passmore at Willows Beach, Esplanade
- Recommendation for permanent location of 'Jelly' by Nathan Smith at 2527 Estevan Avenue
- Review of draft Public Art Policy with committee comments
- Discussion of 2022 work plan and Council priorities for arts
- Update on 2020/2021 ArtsAlive sculpture program
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(a) and (i). The council will discuss personal information about a candidate or holder of a municipal position, and receive solicitor-client privileged advice. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(a): personal information about an individual for a municipal position
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(i): receipt of solicitor-client privileged advice
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting closed to the public under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i) to receive solicitor-client privileged advice. No decisions or public business are on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privilege