Langford public meetings in 2024

Special Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Special Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear recruitment updates from Langford, Metchosin and Esquimalt, discuss the transition of the committee from the City of Langford to the City of Colwood, receive updates on each municipality's portion of the joint Accessibility Plan, review recent accessibility‑related project updates, and consider feedback received between September and December 2024.

• Recruitment update from Langford, Metchosin and Esquimalt
• Committee transition plan from Langford to Colwood
• Accessibility Plan update from partner municipalities
• Accessibility‑related projects update (including Langford project)
• Accessibility feedback received (Sept‑Dec 2024 memo)

The Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee met on December 18, 2024, and approved the agenda and the minutes from September 25, 2024. The committee received updates on citizen representative recruitment, the transition of committee hosting to Colwood, and the status of each member municipality's accessibility plan. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adopted minutes of September 25, 2024 meeting (motion carried)

Special Council Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, discussions, or items of business listed for this meeting.

The special council meeting on December 16, 2024, was called to order and then immediately closed to the public under the Community Charter to discuss land acquisition/disposition, preliminary municipal service negotiations, and confidential government negotiations. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after the in camera resolution.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter s. 90(1)(e), (k), 2(b) (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:25 p.m. (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council is meeting to discuss the potential purchase of the Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre. The body will also review a remedial order for nuisance conditions at 840 Arncote Avenue and a scope of work for an Economic Development Plan.

• Potential purchase of Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre
• Correcting nuisance conditions and remedial order for 840 Arncote Avenue
• Economic Development Plan scope of work
• Bylaw No. 2187

Council approved the purchase of the Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre and adjacent parking lands for up to $35 million, authorizing borrowing up to $20 million to be repaid within five years. The motion also directs staff to include the purchase in the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan. Council declared 840 Arncote Avenue a nuisance and hazard, imposing a Remedial Action Order requiring cleanup within 30 days. Council endorsed the Economic Development Plan RFP scope of work and adopted Bylaw No. 2187.

• Approved purchase of Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre and adjacent parking lands for up to $35M (carried)
• Authorized borrowing up to $20M for the purchase, repayable within 5 years (carried)
• Declared 840 Arncote Avenue a nuisance and hazard, imposing a Remedial Action Order (carried)
• Endorsed Economic Development Plan RFP scope of work (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2187 (Station Avenue Fees and Charges Amendment) (carried)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, discussions, or agenda items are listed.

Special Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Langford Special Sustainable Development Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 9, 2024 contains only the standard procedural framework and no specific agenda items, resolutions, or public hearings. No decisions, contracts, rezoning proposals, or fee changes are outlined in the agenda.

Council Meeting

The Langford City Council will consider several committee resolutions, rezoning and development variance applications, and adopt multiple bylaws. Items include temporary use and variance permits, rezoning proposals for Meaford Avenue and Jacklin Road, and the adoption of Bylaw No. 2206 (Tree Protection) and Bylaw No. 2209 (Housing Agreement). The meeting also includes reports on the Westhills YW/YMCA Aquatic Centre and fee‑charge bylaws.

• Temporary Use Permit – 997 and 999 Goldstream Avenue (TUP24-0005)
• Development Variance Permit – 2787 Lakeshore Place (DVP24-0005)
• Rezoning Application – 776‑782 Meaford Avenue and 2911‑2916 Aprell Place (Z24-0001)
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2206 – Tree Protection Bylaw (adopted)
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2209 – Housing Agreement (2705 Claude Road) (adopted)

Council deferred a decision regarding the potential purchase of the Westhills YW/YMCA Langford Aquatic Centre until December 16, 2024. During the meeting, Council approved several zoning amendments, development variance permits, and the adoption of new bylaws, including the City of Langford Tree Protection Bylaw.

• Deferred Westhills YW/YMCA Aquatic Centre decision to Dec 16 (Carried)
• Approved temporary daycare permit for 997/999 Goldstream Ave (Carried)
• Approved variance for 2787 Lakeshore Place subdivision (Carried)
• Approved parking variance for 797 Revilo Road (Carried)
• Advanced rezoning for Meaford Ave and Aprell Place properties (Carried)
• Advanced rezoning for Jacklin Rd and Knotty Pine Rd properties (Carried)
• Approved parking and setback variance for 837 Hockley Ave (Carried)
• Adopted Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2206 (Carried)

Special Council Meeting

The special council meeting agenda contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

Council waived the notice requirement for the December 2, 2024, meeting due to a scheduling error. Following an in-camera session, Council approved several committee and board reappointments for the upcoming terms.

• Waived notice for meeting time change (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Closed meeting to public (Carried)
• Reappointed Councillor Guiry to WSPRS board (Carried)
• Reappointed Councillor Guiry to VFCYJ Committee (Carried)
• Reappointed Councillor Morley to Greater Victoria Public Library Board (Carried)
• Reappointed Councillor Harder to West Shore Arts and Culture Centre Committee (Carried)

Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on 2024-11-27 in Langford, British Columbia has an agenda that contains no listed items. Consequently, no specific decisions or discussions are documented for this session.

Community Advisory Committee

The Community Advisory Committee is meeting to review reports regarding municipal fees. The discussion focuses on amendments to the general Fees and Charges Bylaw and specific charges for Langford Station.

• Bylaw No. 2123 - Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment Report
• Bylaw No. 2187 - Langford Station Fees and Charges Report

Langford's Community Advisory Committee recommended that Council give first, second and third reading to two fee-related bylaws: Bylaw No. 2123 (Fees and Charges Amendment No. 16), with added clarification that staff time to obtain, photocopy, produce and research documents does not apply to documents required by statute, and Bylaw No. 2187 (Station Avenue Fees and Charges Amendment #2). A motion to instead replace the proposed $15.00 per 1/4 hour staff-time fee with limits from the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act regulation was defeated. The committee also approved its agenda and adopted the October 29, 2024 minutes.

• Recommended Council give first, second and third reading to Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 113, 1995 Amendment No. 16, Bylaw No. 2123, 2024 with clarification that staff time to obtain, photocopy, produce and research documents does not apply to documents required by statute (carried; Johnson opposed)
• Defeated motion to replace the proposed $15.00 per 1/4 hour staff-time fee with limits in the BC Regulation 155-2012 Schedule of Maximum Fees (opposed: Yacucha, Harder, Foxall, Plomp, Whiteway, Lehman)
• Approved amendment adding the statutory-documents clarification to Bylaw No. 2123 Schedule A (carried; Harder, Foxall, Lehman opposed)
• Recommended Council give first, second and third reading to Station Avenue Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2010, 2022 Amendment #2, Bylaw No. 2187, 2024 (carried)
• Approved the agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted the October 29, 2024 Community Advisory Committee minutes as circulated (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:51 pm (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will discuss the adoption of an Urban Forest Management Plan and the first through third readings of Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2206. The meeting also includes a report on the Westhills YW/YMCA Langford Aquatic Centre and several zoning and development permit applications.

• Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2206 (First, Second, and Third Readings)
• Urban Forest Management Plan adoption
• Westhills YW/YMCA Langford Aquatic Centre report
• Rezoning applications for Meaford Avenue/Aprell Place and Jacklin Road/Knotty Pine
• Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2209 for 2705 Claude Road

Council approved the Urban Forest Management Plan and the hiring of a permanent, full-time City Arborist, and directed staff to explore strengthening development permit guidelines and tree replacement strategies. Council also gave first, second, and third readings to several bylaws, including the Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2206, and issued a temporary use permit for a pet daycare. The Westhills YW/YMCA Langford Aquatic Centre item was received for information only, with no decision made.

• Approved Urban Forest Management Plan and hiring of full-time City Arborist (carried)
• Directed staff to explore strengthening Development Permit Area Guidelines and tree replacement strategies (carried)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2206 (carried)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2191 (946 Isabell Avenue) (carried)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2199 (950 Bray Avenue and 2866/2870 Rita Road) (carried)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 2209 (2705 Claude Road) (carried)
• Issued Temporary Use Permit TUP24-0007 for Jurassic Bark pet daycare and boarding kennel (carried)
• Adopted consent agenda including minutes from November 4 and November 12 meetings (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Langford Special Council Meeting on November 18, 2024, is a procedural gathering with no agenda items listed.

The special council meeting on November 18, 2024, was entirely procedural. Council approved the agenda, then voted to close the meeting to the public under the Community Charter to discuss labour relations, land matters, and confidential negotiations. The meeting adjourned without any public substantive decisions.

• Approved the agenda as presented (carried)
• Closed meeting to the public under Community Charter s. 90(1)(c), (e), 2(b) (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:20 pm (carried)

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee is reviewing several land-use applications, including two rezoning requests and four variance or temporary use permits. The body will discuss these reports to provide advisory input on development projects within Langford.

• Rezoning application for 776, 770, 774, 778, 782 Meaford Avenue and 2911, 2912, 2914, 2916 Aprell Place (Z24-0001)
• Rezoning application for 2830 Jacklin Road and 2831 Knotty Pine
• Temporary Use Permit for 997 and 999 Goldstream Avenue (TUP24-0005)
• Development Variance Permit for 2787 Lakeshore Place (DVP24-0005)
• Development Variance Permits for 797 Revilo Road (DVP24-0008) and 837 Hockley Avenue (DVP24-0007)

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council proceed with rezoning two areas from residential to City Centre designations, with conditions including affordable housing contributions and green building measures. It also recommended several development variance permits, including reduced parking requirements for a daycare and apartment projects. All recommendations are advisory to Council, which makes final decisions.

• Recommended rezoning of 776-782 Meaford Ave and 2911-2916 Aprell Pl to City Centre (CC1) with conditions (opposed by Rodgers)
• Recommended rezoning of 2830 Jacklin Rd and 2825-2831 Knotty Pine Rd to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP) with conditions
• Recommended Temporary Use Permit for daycare at 997/999 Goldstream Ave and removal of daycare child limits
• Recommended Development Variance Permit for 2787 Lakeshore Pl to waive Lake End Road works, with 2 street trees
• Recommended Development Variance Permit for 797 Revilo Pl reducing parking to 1.10 spaces/unit with bike parking
• Recommended Development Variance Permit for 837 Hockley Ave reducing parking from 150 to 120 spaces with bike stalls

Council Meeting

Council will review a zoning bylaw amendment and a construction contract for residential civil works. The meeting includes discussions on new community garden and travel expenditure policies, as well as the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2188 (Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 728) for 2787 Lakeview Terrace
• Award of construction contract for Centre Mountain Residential Work Package 2B and 6 Interim Civil Works
• Proposed new Community Gardens Council Policy POL-0174-PARKS
• Proposed amendment to the Travel Expenditure Policy
• Presentation on Westhills YW/YMCA Langford Aquatic Centre by Colliers Project Leaders

Council awarded a $3,698,571.95 construction contract for Centre Mountain Residential Work Package 2B & 6 Interim Civil Works to Colecon Contracting Ltd., funded via LSA funds. Council also approved a new Community Gardens policy, amended the travel expense policy, and adopted a zoning bylaw amendment. A report on the potential purchase of the Westhills YMCA was presented but no decision was made.

• Awarded $3,698,571.95 construction contract to Colecon Contracting Ltd. for Centre Mountain Residential Work Package 2B & 6 Interim Civil Works (carried)
• Approved Community Gardens Council Policy POL-0174-PARKS (carried)
• Approved amendments to travel expense policy POL-0042-FIN, including carpooling expectations and meal claim restrictions (carried)
• Directed staff to prepare a report on adding dependent care as a qualifying expense under POL-0042-FIN (carried)
• Approved 2025 Regular Council meeting schedule (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2188, Langford Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 728 (2787 Lakeview Terrace) (carried)
• Received RCMP letter of withdrawal from regional units (no action noted)

Special Council Meeting

The Langford Special Council Meeting was held on November 4, 2024. The agenda text provided is procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions or items listed.

• Meeting held on 2024-11-04
• Procedural agenda text provided

Council rescinded its August 19, 2024 resolution on micromobility and directed staff to publicly seek requests for proposals from private companies for a licence to operate a shared micromobility service on City lands, with geo-fenced parking areas. Council also authorized the Mayor and CAO to enter into a licence agreement for up to three years, renewable for another three years. Additionally, Council appointed Belinda Jickling to the Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2026.

• Rescinded August 19, 2024 micromobility resolution
• Directed staff to seek proposals for shared micromobility service licence
• Authorized Mayor and CAO to negotiate licence agreement (up to 3 years, renewable)
• Appointed Belinda Jickling to Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee (term to Dec 31, 2026)

Community Advisory Committee

The Langford Community Advisory Committee will review a proposed new Community Gardens Council Policy (POL-0174-PARKS). It will also consider a proposed amendment to the Travel Expenditure Policy (POL-0042-FIN). The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and adoption of minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting.

• Review of Community Gardens Council Policy (POL-0174-PARKS) – proposed new policy
• Review of Travel Expenditure Policy Refresh – proposed policy amendment
• Adoption of minutes from the August 27, 2024 CAC meeting
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The Community Advisory Committee recommended Council approve a new Community Gardens Council Policy (POL-0174-PARKS) and amendments to the travel expense policy (POL-0042-FIN), including carpooling expectations, meal claim restrictions, and adding dependent care as a qualifying expense. The committee also rescinded its alternating chair schedule and appointed Councillor Yacucha as Chair and Councillor Morley as Vice-Chair for the remainder of the term.

• Recommended Council approve Community Gardens Council Policy POL-0174-PARKS
• Recommended Council approve travel expense policy POL-0042-FIN amendments (carpooling, meal claims, wording changes)
• Recommended Council add dependent care as a qualifying expense to POL-0042-FIN
• Rescinded alternating Chair/Vice-Chair schedule from June 2023
• Appointed Councillor Yacucha as Chair and Councillor Morley as Vice-Chair

Council Meeting

The Langford City Council will adopt several zoning amendments, including changes to Isabell Avenue, Latoria Road, and Atkins Avenue. It will also adopt two tax‑exemption bylaws for permissive and revitalization purposes. Committee resolutions on rezoning and reports on active transportation, arts, and accessibility are also on the agenda.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2192 – amendment to the zoning bylaw for 967A Isabell Avenue
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2193 – amendment to the zoning bylaw for 991 and 995 Latoria Road
• First, second and third readings of Bylaw No. 2203 – amendment to the zoning bylaw for 646 Atkins Avenue
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2207 – Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2147, Amendment No. 1
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2208 – Revitalization Tax Exemptions for Industrial Development Bylaw

Council approved several development-related motions, including proceeding with rezoning for properties at 2866 Rita Road, 2870 Rita Road, and 950 Bray Avenue, and at 946 Isabell Avenue, subject to conditions. Council also issued a temporary use permit for a home business, endorsed grant applications for active transportation projects, and adopted multiple zoning and tax exemption bylaws.

• Proceeded with rezoning of 2866 Rita Rd, 2870 Rita Rd, and 950 Bray Ave from R2 to CC1 (carried)
• Proceeded with rezoning of 946 Isabell Ave from R2 to RT1 (carried)
• Issued Temporary Use Permit TUP24-0003 for home business at 2860 Turnstyle Cres (carried)
• Approved application for BC Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant for Latoria Road Phase 1A and 1B (carried)
• Endorsed Arts and Culture Strategy RFP scope of work (carried)
• Received Draft Accessibility Plan and made available for public inspection (carried)
• Approved $5,000 for Vancouver Island Supports the Ukraine in 2025 budget (carried, 2 opposed)
• Adopted Bylaws 2192, 2193, 2207, 2208 and gave readings to Bylaw 2203 (all carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Langford Special Council will meet on October 21, 2024. The agenda consists solely of standard procedural items: call to order, territorial acknowledgement, approval of the agenda, an in‑camera resolution, and adjournment. No specific motions, contracts, or policy items are listed for discussion or decision.

The council convened, approved the agenda, and then voted unanimously to close the meeting to the public under the Community Charter to discuss land matters, solicitor-client advice, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. No substantive decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Closed meeting to the public under Community Charter s. 90(1)(e), (i), (k)
• Adjourned the meeting

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee will consider three rezoning items: 2866 Rita, 2870 Rita, and 950 Bray; and 946 Isabell. It will also receive a report on the development at 106 4342 West Shore Parkway (TUP24‑0007). The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of the agenda and adoption of minutes.

• Rezoning of 2866 Rita, 2870 Rita, and 950 Bray
• Rezoning of 946 Isabell (964 Isabell Avenue)
• Report on TUP24‑0007 – 106 4342 West Shore Parkway
• Adoption of minutes from the September 9, 2024 SDAC meeting
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council proceed with rezoning for properties at 2866/2870 Rita Road and 950 Bray Avenue (Bylaw 2199) and 946 Isabell Avenue (Bylaw 2191), each with conditions including density bonus contributions and covenants. An amendment to add vegetation screening at 954 Bray Avenue was defeated. The committee also recommended a Temporary Use Permit for a pet daycare and boarding kennel at 106 4342 West Shore Parkway.

• Recommended Temporary Use Permit for pet daycare/boarding kennel at 106 4342 West Shore Parkway (carried)
• Recommended rezoning of 2866/2870 Rita Road and 950 Bray Avenue to City Centre (CC1) with conditions (carried)
• Recommended rezoning of 946 Isabell Avenue from R2 to RT1 with conditions (carried)
• Amendment for vegetation screening at 954 Bray Avenue defeated
• Approved agenda and minutes as presented (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The agenda for the Langford Special Council meeting on 2024-10-07 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content. No items are proposed, discussed, or decided.

The special council meeting on October 7, 2024, was entirely procedural. Council approved the agenda and then voted unanimously to close the meeting to the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), (i), and (k) to discuss land acquisition/disposition, solicitor-client privileged advice, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 3:59 pm.

• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter s. 90(1)(e), (i), (k) (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:59 pm (carried)

Council Meeting

The Langford City Council will hold first, second, and third readings on zoning bylaw amendments for 967A/967B Isabell Avenue (Bylaw No. 2192) and 991/995 Latoria Road (Bylaw No. 2193). The council will adopt Road Closure Bylaw No. 2205 for 967A Isabell Avenue. Additional items include first, second, and third readings of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw Amendment No. 1 (Bylaw No. 2207) and Revitalization Tax Exemptions for Industrial Development Bylaw Amendment No. 1 (Bylaw No. 2208), as well as a report on interim housing needs.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 731 (967A and 967B Isabell Avenue) – Bylaw No. 2192 – first, second, third readings
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 732 (991 and 995 Latoria Road) – Bylaw No. 2193 – first, second, third readings
• Road Closure Bylaw No. 2205 (967A Isabell Avenue) – adoption
• Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw Amendment No. 1 – Bylaw No. 2207 – first, second, third readings
• Revitalization Tax Exemptions for Industrial Development Bylaw Amendment No. 1 – Bylaw No. 2208 – first, second, third readings

Council received the Interim Housing Needs Report and gave first, second, and third readings to four bylaws: zoning amendments for Isabell Avenue and Latoria Road, a permissive tax exemption amendment, and a revitalization tax exemption amendment for industrial development. Council also adopted a road closure bylaw for 967A Isabell Avenue. All motions carried unanimously.

• Received Interim Housing Needs Report (carried)
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd readings to Bylaw 2192 (zoning amendment, 967A/967B Isabell Ave) (carried)
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd readings to Bylaw 2193 (zoning amendment, 991/995 Latoria Rd) (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2205 (road closure, 967A Isabell Ave) (carried)
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd readings to Bylaw 2207 (permissive tax exemption amendment) (carried)
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd readings to Bylaw 2208 (revitalization tax exemption for industrial development) (carried)

Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee will review proposed amendments to its terms of reference, discuss a draft 2025 meeting schedule, and consider a cost estimate for developing an accessibility plan. The committee will also address unfinished business regarding citizen recruitment materials.

• Terms of Reference amendments proposed
• 2025 meeting schedule draft
• Accessibility plan design cost estimate ($10,000 - $12,000)
• Citizen recruitment materials revisions
• Grant support request from Township of Esquimalt

The Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee approved amendments to its Terms of Reference, including a minimum of four electronic meetings per year, effective January 1, 2025. It also approved forwarding the Draft Accessibility Plan to member municipalities' councils for receipt and public input. A letter of support was approved for Esquimalt's SPARC BC grant application for an accessible swing. The committee also approved each member municipality running its own citizen representative recruitment process.

• Approved Terms of Reference amendments with electronic meeting minimum (motion carried)
• Approved letter of support for Esquimalt SPARC BC grant for accessible swing (motion carried)
• Approved forwarding Draft Accessibility Plan to member councils for receipt and public input (motion carried)
• Approved each member municipality undertaking its own citizen representative recruitment (motion carried)

Community Advisory Committee

The Community Advisory Committee agenda for September 24, 2024 contains no listed items. No descriptions, categories, numbers, or decisions are provided. The agenda appears to be empty or placeholder content only.

Council Meeting

The Langford City Council will discuss a long‑term Community Works Fund agreement covering 2024‑2034. It will also consider three rezoning applications (646 Atkins Road, 939 Klahanie Drive) and a temporary use permit for 2860 Turnstyle Crescent. A road‑closure bylaw (No. 2205) for 967 Isabel Road will be read for the third time.

• 646 Atkins Road – rezoning application
• 2860 Turnstyle Crescent – temporary use permit
• 939 Klahanie Drive – rezoning application
• Bylaw No. 2205 – road closure for 967 Isabel Road (first, second, third readings)
• 2024‑2034 Community Works Fund agreement

Council approved first, second, and third readings of Bylaw No. 2203 to rezone 646 Atkins Avenue from R2 to RS1 with conditions, and directed staff to consider a temporary use permit for a home business at 2860 Turnstyle Crescent. Council declined to consider rezoning 939 Klahanie Drive due to ongoing Official Community Plan work. Council also added the Sarah Beckett Memorial Run to the community events budget, gave readings to Road Closure Bylaw No. 2205 for 967 Isabell Avenue, and authorized signing the 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement.

• Approved first, second, and third readings of Bylaw No. 2203 for 646 Atkins Avenue rezoning (carried)
• Directed staff to consider Temporary Use Permit for 2860 Turnstyle Crescent home business (carried)
• Declined to consider rezoning of 939 Klahanie Drive (carried; Mayor Goodmanson, Councillors Morley and Yacucha opposed)
• Added Sarah Beckett Memorial Run as line item in Annual Community Events budget (carried)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Road Closure Bylaw No. 2205 for 967 Isabell Avenue (carried)
• Authorized signing 2024-2034 Community Works Fund Agreement (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Langford Special Council meeting scheduled for September 23, 2024 has no agenda items detailed in the provided document. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed. The agenda appears to consist only of procedural placeholders.

Council met for a special session and voted to close the meeting to the public to discuss land acquisition, solicitor-client privileged advice, and preliminary municipal service negotiations. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved motion to close the meeting to the public (in camera)

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee will review a rezoning application for 939 Klahanie Drive, a rezoning application for 646 Atkins Road, and a temporary use permit for 2860 Turnstyle Crescent. The committee will consider the plans, reports, and presentations attached to each item. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Rezoning application – 939 Klahanie Drive
• Rezoning application – 646 Atkins Road
• Temporary use permit – 2860 Turnstyle Crescent

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council proceed with rezoning 646 Atkins Avenue from R2 to RS1, subject to conditions including affordable housing and amenity contributions, road dedication, a Section 219 covenant, and a setback variance. The committee also recommended a temporary use permit for a home business at 2860 Turnstyle Crescent and a rezoning and variance for 939 Klahanie Drive. An amendment to require an 8-foot fence height was defeated.

• Recommended rezoning 646 Atkins Ave from R2 to RS1 with conditions (carried)
• Defeated amendment for 8-foot fence height at 646 Atkins Ave
• Recommended temporary use permit for home business at 2860 Turnstyle Crescent (carried)
• Recommended rezoning 939 Klahanie Dr from RR2 to RR5 with conditions (carried)
• Recommended variance to reduce minimum lot size at 939 Klahanie Dr (carried)
• Adopted minutes of August 12, 2024 meeting (carried)

Special Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to determine which partner municipality will next host the committee and when that transition will occur. The body will also discuss the recruitment of resident representatives and the content and timeline of an accessibility plan.

• Decision on which partner municipality will host the Committee next
• Discussion on recruitment materials and deadlines for resident representatives
• Review of 'What People Said' report and presentation from Changing Paces regarding July 2024 public engagement
• Discussion of accessibility plan content, design, and timelines for presentation to Councils
• Review of membership update memo

The committee selected Colwood to take over administrative duties as the host municipality starting in 2025. Discussions regarding the recruitment and advertising of citizen representatives were tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved Colwood as the next host municipality starting in 2025
• Tabled discussion on citizen representation recruitment, advertising, and timelines to September 25, 2024
• Approved the agenda as presented
• Adopted the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Council Meeting

The City of Langford Council will meet to decide on several zoning bylaws and housing agreements. The body will also discuss the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund and a policy refresh for the Grant in Aid Program.

• Adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 727 for 1331 Westhills Drive
• Adoption of Housing Agreements for 980 Bray Avenue and 2705 Claude Road
• New third reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 728 for 2787 Lakeview Terrace
• Adoption of Amendment No. 1 to the Parks Recreation and Community Service Establishment Bylaw No. 639
• Notice of intent regarding TUP24-0002 for 3301 Woodruff Rd

Council issued a three-year temporary use permit for a FedEx Freight mobile dock facility at 3301 Woodruff Road, subject to conditions including a business licence and road access approval. Council also adopted several bylaws, including zoning amendments and housing agreements, and endorsed best practices for a Housing Accelerator Fund application. The meeting closed with an in-camera session for confidential negotiations.

• Issued Temporary Use Permit TUP24-0002 for FedEx Freight mobile dock at 3301 Woodruff Rd (3-year term, expires Sept 3, 2027)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2184 (zoning amendment at 1331 Westhills Drive)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2186 (housing agreement at 980 Bray Avenue)
• Rescinded and gave new third reading to Bylaw No. 2188 (zoning amendment at 2787 Lakeview Terrace)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2189 (housing agreement at 2705 Claude Road)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2196 (Parks Recreation and Community Service Establishment Bylaw amendment)
• Approved POL-0147-FIN Funding Request Policy amendment, adding School District 62 Parent Advisory Councils as eligible groups
• Endorsed CMHC Best Practices 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9 for Housing Accelerator Fund 2 application

Community Advisory Committee

The Community Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a policy refresh for the Grant in Aid Program. The session also includes the adoption of minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting.

• Grant in Aid Program Policy Refresh
• POL-0147-FIN Amendment 1 Funding Request Policy
• Adoption of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

The Community Advisory Committee voted to recommend that Council approve an amendment to the Funding Request Policy (POL-0147-FIN) adding School District 62 Parent Advisory Councils and other school-sanctioned committees as eligible groups. The recommendation also includes amendments to require Council approval for entities with a presence in Langford, define "retroactive fees," and allow late applications for events that have already occurred, provided they are submitted before the deadline. The motion carried, with three members opposed to the first amendment.

• Recommended Council approve POL-0147-FIN Amendment No. 1 adding School District 62 Parent Advisory Councils as eligible groups (carried)
• Recommended adding to section 5: 'unless entities or organizations are approved by Council and have a presence in the City of Langford' (carried; Morley, Yacucha, Plomp opposed)
• Recommended staff provide a definition of 'retroactive fees' (carried)
• Recommended staff amend Section 2 to not exclude applications solely because the event occurred before consideration, if submitted before the deadline (carried)
• Adopted minutes of May 28, 2024 meeting (carried)

Council Meeting

Langford Council is reviewing several rezoning applications and housing agreements. The meeting includes a proposal from Lime regarding micromobility sharing and a motion to consider accessibility certifications for new buildings.

• Lime Micromobility Sharing Proposal and designated parking areas for shared devices
• Adoption of Zoning Bylaws for 875/881 Brock Ave, 775 Latoria Rd, and 2691 Sooke Rd
• Housing Agreements for 980 Bray Avenue and 2705 Claude Road
• Lease agreement with Westshore Kimura Karate at 1097 Langford Pkwy
• Off-leash area licence agreement with Wal-Mart

Council approved several rezoning and housing bylaws, including adoptions for properties on Brock Avenue, Strathmore Road, Latoria Road, and Sooke Road, and first readings for others on Luxton Road, Westhills Drive, Bray Avenue, Lakeview Terrace, and Claude Road. Council also directed staff to prepare a bylaw for micromobility service permits, approved a dog park licence with Wal-Mart, and supported a Ukraine friendship city initiative with a $5,000 annual contribution. A temporary use permit for FedEx Freight at 3301 Woodruff Road was approved, and a rezoning application for 728 Massie Drive and 2746 Dinan Place was tabled pending further review.

• Adopted Bylaw 2163 (rezoning 875/881 Brock Ave & 2700-2712 Strathmore Rd)
• Adopted Bylaw 2165 (rezoning 775 Latoria Rd)
• Adopted Bylaw 2174 (rezoning 2691 Sooke Rd)
• Approved first, second, third readings for Bylaw 2180 (3321 Luxton Rd), 2184 (1331 Westhills Dr), 2186 (980 Bray Ave), 2188 (2787 Lakeview Terrace), 2189 (2705 Claude Rd)
• Adopted Bylaw 2195 (FOI amendment) with opposition from Mayor Goodmanson, Councillors Guiry and Wagner
• Directed staff to prepare micromobility permit bylaw
• Authorized dog park licence with Wal-Mart at 860 Langford Pkwy
• Tabled rezoning for 728 Massie Dr & 2746 Dinan Pl pending further review

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review several land-use reports. The agenda includes discussions on daycare facilities, residential rezoning, and a temporary use permit for a commercial facility.

• 991 and 995 Latoria Daycare proposal
• 967A Isabell Avenue Rezoning
• 728 Massie and 2746 Dinan Rezoning
• 3301 and 3894 Woodruff Rd TUP FedEx

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council approve a 100-child daycare and a residential rezoning with specific amenity contributions. The committee also recommended a temporary use permit for a FedEx facility and deferred action on a separate rezoning application.

• Recommended approval of 100-child group daycare at 991 & 995 Latoria Road
• Recommended rezoning of 967A Isabell Avenue to RT1 with $610/unit affordable housing and $3,660/unit general amenity contributions
• Recommended Council take no action on rezoning 728 Massie Drive and 2746 Dinan Place until development concepts and water table depth are addressed
• Recommended a three-year Temporary Use Permit for FedEx Freight mobile sorting facility at 3301 Woodruff Road
• Adopted July 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved agenda with amendments

Community Advisory Committee

The Community Advisory Committee meeting on July 30, 2024 has no specific agenda items recorded. The agenda consists only of generic headings and video placeholders. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.

Special Council Meeting

This special meeting is primarily procedural and focused on moving into a closed session. Council will discuss personnel matters, labour relations, and confidential government negotiations.

• In camera resolution to discuss personal information of municipal officers, employees, or agents
• In camera resolution to discuss labour or employee relations
• In camera resolution to discuss confidential negotiations with provincial or federal governments

Council met in a special session to fill a vacancy on the Community Advisory Committee. The appointment was made following an in-camera session.

• Appointed Jacqui Whiteway to the Community Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2026

Council Meeting

The Langford Council will meet to adopt several bylaws, including amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw for 2207 Millstream Road. The agenda also includes a construction contract award for West Shore Parkway roundabout improvements and a Freedom of Information bylaw amendment.

• Adoption of Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendments for 2207 Millstream Road
• First, second, and third readings for Zoning Bylaw amendment for 775 Latoria Road
• Award of construction contract for Amy Road - West Shore Parkway Roundabout Improvements
• First, second, and third readings for Freedom of Information Bylaw amendment
• Consideration of rezoning applications for 3321 Luxton Road and 1331 Westhills Drive

Council decided that multi-family housing will no longer be required to be strata-titled as a condition of rezoning. The city will accept alternative housing agreements and amenity payments for buildings previously committed to strata-titling. Other key actions included awarding a roundabout construction contract and approving a primary care lease.

• Removed strata-titling requirement for multi-family housing rezoning
• Awarded $1,059,599 construction contract for Amy Road roundabout to Allterra Construction Ltd.
• Increased Amy Road roundabout capital project budget from $658,337 to $1,298,500
• Approved lease agreement with Westshore Primary Care Society for 313-877 Goldstream Ave
• Approved $75,825 funding for West Shore Region Parks & Recreation Facilities Master Plan
• Approved rezoning of 3321 Luxton Road from RR2 to RM2A
• Approved zoning amendment for group daycare with 93 children at 1331 Westhills Drive
• Adopted Bylaws No. 2114, 2149, and 2150

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee will review a rezoning application for 3321 Luxton Road. The committee will also discuss an amenity amendment for 2787 Lakeview Terrace.

• Rezoning application for 3321 Luxton Road (Bylaw No. 2180)
• Amenity amendment for 2787 Lakeview Terrace (Bylaw No. 2188)

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council proceed with First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2180 to rezone 3321 Luxton Road from RR2 to RM2A, subject to conditions including per-unit amenity contributions, road dedications, and a Section 219 covenant. The Committee also recommended that Council proceed with First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2188 to amend amenity contributions for 2787 Lakeview Terrace, subject to conditions including per-unit contributions and a Section 219 covenant. Both motions carried. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Recommended Council proceed with First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2180 to rezone 3321 Luxton Road from RR2 to RM2A, subject to conditions (Motion CARRIED)
• Recommended conditions include $610 per unit to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and $3,660 per unit to General Amenity Reserve Fund prior to building permit
• Recommended road dedication of 2.25m along Luxton Road, 3.5m along Brown Road, and 3.0m along Piper Road prior to Bylaw Adoption
• Recommended Section 219 covenant for frontage improvements, storm water management, mitigation, parking/deliveries, erosion control, interim paving on Brown Road, electric heat pumps, low-carbon concrete, and garage-use/landscaping/nuisance acknowledgements
• Recommended delegating authority to issue a setback variance within the Form and Character Development Permit if required for BC Hydro infrastructure
• Recommended Council proceed with First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2188 to amend amenity contributions for 2787 Lakeview Terrace, subject to conditions (Motion CARRIED)
• Recommended conditions include $610 per unit to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and $3,660 per unit to General Amenity Reserve Fund beyond three permitted units prior to building permit
• Recommended Section 219 covenant for electric heat pumps, low-carbon concrete, and garage-use covenant prior to building permit

Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a new Vice-Chair and review updates regarding the SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant. The agenda also includes results from an RFP for an accessibility engagement consultant.

• Election of Vice-Chair
• SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant update
• RFP results for Accessibility Engagement Consultant
• Adoption of April 24, 2024, meeting minutes

The committee appointed a new Vice Chair and decided against changing its meeting schedule. Members received updates on an accessibility engagement consultant contract and discussed feedback regarding local accessibility barriers.

• Appointed Sarah Jones as Vice Chair (Carried)
• Approved the agenda (Carried)
• Adopted April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Decided to take no action on amending Terms of Reference for meeting dates and times (Carried)

Community Advisory Committee

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Special Council Meeting

This special meeting includes the presentation of the 2023 Annual Report. Council will also meet in camera to consider personal information regarding a municipal officer, employee, or agent.

• Presentation of the 2023 Annual Report
• In-camera resolution regarding personal information about a municipal official or employee

Langford council approved the 2023 Annual Report as presented. During public participation, two residents raised concerns about public engagement, transparency, truck route enforcement, sidewalks, the PFC contract term, the YMCA business case, tax increases and affordable housing, conference costs, RCMP calls, and FOI fees. Council then voted to close the meeting to the public under Section 90(1)(a) of the Community Charter to consider personal information about an identifiable individual, and adjourned at 4:43 pm.

• Approved the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved the 2023 Annual Report as presented (motion carried)
• Closed the meeting to the public under Section 90(1)(a) of the Community Charter to consider personal information about an identifiable individual (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:43 pm (motion carried)

Council Meeting

The meeting includes the adoption of bylaws for transit-oriented areas and small-scale multi-unit housing. Council will also consider a rezoning application for approximately 33 townhomes at 775 Latoria Road. Additionally, reports on Porcher Park land dedication and municipal officer appointments are scheduled.

• Rezoning application for approximately 33 townhomes at 775 Latoria Road
• Adoption of Transit-Oriented Area bylaws No. 2155 and 2160
• Adoption of Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing bylaw No. 2183
• Adoption of zoning amendment for 824, 832, and 838 Goldstream Avenue
• Report on Porcher Park additional land dedication

Council directed staff to prepare a bylaw to rezone 775 Latoria Road from Rural Residential 2 to Residential Townhouse 1 for about 33 townhomes, subject to density bonus contributions and a Section 219 covenant. Council also directed staff to engage the community on a Construction Impact Management Strategy, approved the 2023 Statement of Financial Information, and adopted several zoning and housing bylaws. A Development Variance Permit for 2038 Troon Court was defeated, and council directed staff to add a $10 fee to Freedom of Information requests.

• Directed staff to prepare a bylaw to rezone 775 Latoria Road from RR2 to RT1 for approximately 33 townhomes, with density bonus contributions and a Section 219 covenant (Carried)
• Directed staff to proceed with community engagement on the Construction Impact Management Strategy (Carried; Councillor Harder opposed)
• Directed staff to execute documents to dedicate 851 Brock Avenue, 826 and 830 Wren Place as Park and consolidate with Porcher Park (Carried)
• Approved the 2023 Statement of Financial Information (Carried)
• Appointed Melisa Miles as Deputy Corporate Officer (Carried)
• Appointed Robert Dykstra as Approving Officer and Matthew Baldwin as Deputy Approving Officer (Carried)
• Directed staff to amend the Freedom of Information Bylaw to include a $10 application fee (Carried; Mayor Goodmanson, Councillors Wagner and Guiry opposed)
• Defeated a Development Variance Permit for 2038 Troon Court (Defeated; Mayor Goodmanson, Councillors Morley and Wagner opposed)

Special Council Meeting

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Council approved the agenda and moved into a closed session to discuss land acquisition, legal advice, and government negotiations. No public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved motion to close the meeting to the public (In Camera)

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a rezoning application for 775 Latoria Road to change the zone from Rural Residential 2 to Residential Townhouse 1. The committee will also discuss the Construction Impact Management Strategy.

• Rezoning of 775 Latoria Road from RR2 to RT1 for approximately 33 townhomes
• Construction Impact Management Strategy report

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council approve a rezoning application for 775 Latoria Road to allow for approximately 33 townhomes, subject to various conditions including density bonus contributions and environmental requirements. The committee also recommended that Council direct staff to conduct community engagement regarding the Construction Impact Management Strategy. An amendment to add maintenance requirements for permeable pavers and landscaping was defeated.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Adopted May 13, 2024 minutes (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve 775 Latoria Road rezoning (Carried)
• Defeated amendment for additional maintenance covenants (Defeated)
• Recommended Council proceed with Construction Impact Management engagement (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:24 pm (Carried)

Council Meeting

The council will consider several readings for new transit-oriented area and small-scale multi-unit housing bylaws. The agenda also includes the adoption of zoning amendments for Millstream Road and Jenkins Avenue. Additionally, councillors have submitted notices of motion regarding free transit for youth and seniors.

• Adoption of zoning amendments for 2120 Millstream Road and 960 Jenkins Avenue
• First, second, and third readings for Transit-Oriented Area bylaws (No. 2155 and 2160)
• First, second, and third readings for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing amendments (Bylaw No. 2183)
• Notice of motion regarding free transit for youth in BC
• Notice of motion regarding free transit for seniors in BC

Council directed staff to begin planning a new Fire Station #1 and establish a Development Cost Charge bylaw to fund it. They also passed motions requesting the provincial government expand free transit to all youth under 18 and seniors 65+. Several zoning bylaws were adopted or given third readings, including amendments for transit-oriented areas and small-scale multi-unit housing.

• Approved direction to plan new Fire Station #1 and create DCC bylaw
• Approved request for UBCM to lobby for free transit for youth up to age 18
• Approved request for UBCM to lobby for free transit for seniors 65+
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 699 for 2120 Millstream Road
• Gave third readings to Transit-Oriented Area bylaws No. 2155 and 2160
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 713 for 960 Jenkins Avenue
• Gave third readings to Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 715 for Brock Ave/Strathmore Rd
• Gave third readings to Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing bylaw No. 2183

Community Advisory Committee

The Langford Community Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on Porcher Park capital improvements and to approve minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Porcher Park capital improvements presentation (item 7.1)

The Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 30, 2024. Members received a report on Porcher Park Capital Improvements for information and heard a presentation from the South Island Disc Golf Society.

• Approved the agenda (Carried)
• Adopted April 30, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received Porcher Park Capital Improvements report for information (Carried)

Council Meeting

Langford City Council will consider a rezoning application for 2691 Sooke Road, adopt a zoning amendment bylaw for 902 Walfred Road, and award a sewer extension contract for Jenkins, Glen Lake (West), and Hull Roads. A notice of motion from May 9, 2024, directs staff to explore a Wildlife Attractants Bylaw and launch a public awareness campaign on secure refuse storage.

• Rezoning application for 2691 Sooke Road
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2162 for 902 Walfred Road zoning amendment
• Award of construction contract for Jenkins, Glen Lake (West), and Hull Roads sewer extension
• Notice of motion to explore a Wildlife Attractants Bylaw and public awareness campaign on refuse storage
• Encroachment easement at 1361 Goldstream Avenue

Council approved a $2,089,432.50 contract for a sewer extension and the first reading of a rezoning bylaw for a six-storey building at 2691 Sooke Road. The city also directed staff to address human-wildlife conflicts through public awareness and potential new bylaws.

• Approved $2,089,432.50 contract to Chew Contracting (Ralmax) for sewer extensions on Jenkins, Glen Lake (West), and Hull Roads
• Approved first reading of Bylaw No. 2174 to rezone 2691 Sooke Road from CS1 to C9 for a building up to six storeys
• Directed staff to require common outdoor amenity space as a density bonus for all C9 zone developments
• Directed staff to launch a public awareness campaign and explore a Wildlife Attractants Bylaw to prevent human-wildlife conflicts
• Approved Encroachment Agreement for a fence and control panel at 1361 Goldstream Ave
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2162 regarding 902 Walfred Road
• Adopted minutes from May 6 and May 9, 2024 meetings

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee will consider a rezoning application for 2691 Sooke Road. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from two previous meetings and standard procedural items.

• 2691 Sooke Road rezoning application (Bylaw 2174)

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council approve a rezoning application for 2691 Sooke Road from CS1 to C9. The recommendation includes specific requirements for affordable housing, low-carbon concrete, and electric heat pumps.

• Recommended rezoning 2691 Sooke Road from CS1 to C9 (Carried)
• Recommended $610 per unit contribution to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund
• Recommended $2,074 per unit contribution to General Amenity Reserve Fund
• Recommended building height limit of six storeys
• Recommended requirement for electric heat pumps
• Recommended 10% of units be built to adaptable standards
• Recommended 10% rental units at 10% below benchmark rent or 5% Attainable Home Ownership units
• Recommended variances for rear lot line setback and landscape buffer width

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting will discuss and potentially adopt several bylaws, including Bylaw No. 2160 establishing a transit-oriented area and amendments for small-scale multi-unit housing zoning. Council will also consider adopting three other bylaws: an amendment to the Subdivision and Servicing Bylaw, a Council Procedure Bylaw amendment, and a Public Notification Bylaw amendment. The meeting includes a public participation period and a closed session for preliminary negotiations on a municipal service.

• Bylaw No. 2160: Establishing Transit-Oriented Area
• Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing Zoning Bylaw Amendments
• Bylaw No. 1926: Subdivision and Servicing Bylaw Amendment No. 25 (ADOPTION)
• Bylaw No. 2175: Council Procedure Bylaw Amendment No. 3 (ADOPTION)
• Bylaw No. 2176: Public Notification Bylaw Amendment No. 1 (ADOPTION)

Council approved the consideration of a Transit-Oriented Area bylaw and directed staff to create new zoning rules for small-scale multi-unit housing. The meeting also included the adoption of three bylaws and a motion to address wildlife attractants.

• Approved proceeding with Bylaw No. 2160 (Transit-Oriented Area) and eliminating off-street residential parking for certain properties in that area
• Directed staff to prepare a bylaw allowing secondary suites in various zones and implementing density requirements for small-scale multi-unit housing
• Directed staff to conduct a public awareness campaign and explore legal options, including a Wildlife Attractants Bylaw, to prevent human-wildlife conflicts
• Adopted Bylaw No. 1926 (Subdivision and Servicing Bylaw amendment)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2175 (Council Procedure Bylaw amendment)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2176 (Public Notification Bylaw amendment)
• Directed staff to review loading and unloading implications for Transit Oriented Areas

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting includes two reports: Bylaw No. 2160 to establish a transit-oriented area, and amendments to small-scale multi-unit housing zoning. Council will also vote to close the meeting to the public for discussions on litigation, negotiations, and annual report preparation.

• Bylaw No. 2160: Establishing Transit-Oriented Area
• Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing Zoning Bylaw Amendments
• In-camera resolution under Community Charter sections 90(1)(g), (k), and (l)

Council tabled discussions on transit-oriented areas and small-scale multi-unit housing zoning amendments. The meeting concluded with a resolution to move into an in-camera session to discuss litigation and municipal services.

• Tabled Bylaw No. 2160 (Transit-Oriented Area) to May 9, 2024
• Tabled Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing Zoning Bylaw Amendments to May 9, 2024
• Approved closing the meeting to the public for in-camera discussions

Council Meeting

Langford City Council will consider adopting the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw, along with several other bylaws and reports. The agenda also includes a rezoning proposal for properties on Brock Avenue and Strathmore Road, an update on the Attainable Home Ownership Policy, and the 2023 audited financial statements.

• Adoption of 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2167 and Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2168
• Rezoning of 875, 881 Brock Ave and 2700, 2708, 2712 Strathmore Rd (Bylaw No. 2163)
• First, second, and third readings of Bylaw No. 1926 amending Subdivision and Servicing Bylaw No. 1000
• First, second, and third readings of Bylaw No. 2166 rezoning 824, 832, 838 Goldstream Avenue
• Adoption of Tree Protection Bylaw Amendment No. 1 (Bylaw No. 2179)

Council approved the city's five-year financial plan and tax rates for 2024. Other key actions included adopting a new Tree Protection Bylaw and approving a zoning change for a mixed-use development on Brock Avenue and Strathmore Road.

• Adopted 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2167 and Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2168
• Adopted Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2179
• Approved zoning change to CC1 for 875-881 Brock Ave and 2700-2712 Strathmore Rd
• Approved Attainable Home Ownership Program Policy POL-0166-Plan
• Approved two-year lease renewal for Bladz Skate Shop
• Issued Temporary Use Permit TUP21-0003 for commercial and tourism uses on Station Avenue
• Approved first, second, and third readings of Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2175 regarding signs in Chambers
• Adopted Bear Mountain Parkway Extension Cost Recovery Bylaw Amendment No. 1

Community Advisory Committee

The Langford Community Advisory Committee is meeting to receive two presentations: one from the Sooke Family Resource Centre and one from the Bilston Watershed Habitat Protection Association. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Presentation by Sooke Family Resource Centre (Renee Lorme–Gullbrandsen)
• Presentation by Bilston Watershed Habitat Protection Association (Arlene LeDuc)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and adopted the minutes from the March 26, 2024, meeting. Two presentations were delivered regarding the Sooke Family Resource Centre and the Bilston Watershed Habitat Protection Association.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Adopted the March 26, 2024, meeting minutes

Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss membership updates, amended terms of reference, and engagement summaries from two accessibility surveys. They will also review a draft accessibility plan framework and hear reports on conferences and network meetings. The meeting includes routine procedural items like approval of minutes.

• Review of Survey #1 - Accessibility Engagement results
• Review of Survey #2 'Accessibility & You' results
• Discussion of draft Accessibility Plan Framework table
• Report on Rick Hansen Accessibility Professional Network Conference
• Report on Municipal Accessibility Network meeting re Accessible BC Act Standards

The Capital West Accessibility Advisory Committee approved minutes from its November 22, 2023 meeting and received two accessibility engagement survey reports. Both reports will be posted on member municipality websites and forwarded to the councils of Colwood, Langford, Esquimalt, Sooke, Highlands, Metchosin, and View Royal for information. The committee discussed a draft accessibility plan framework expected at its June 2024 meeting, and noted an upcoming Request for Proposal to hire a consultant. No amendments were made to the committee's Terms of Reference.

• Approved the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adopted minutes of the November 22, 2023 meeting as circulated (motion carried)
• Received Survey #1 accessibility engagement report, posted it on member websites, and forwarded it to seven councils (motion carried)
• Received Survey #2 'Accessibility & You' report, posted it on member websites, and forwarded it to seven councils (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:31 pm (motion carried)

Special Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Committee recommended that Council give first, second, and third readings to Bylaw No. 1926, which contains omnibus amendments to Subdivision and Servicing Bylaw No. 1000. The recommendation included a request for staff to consider adding a minimum height for terracing. A proposal to hold a meeting with the West Shore Developers Association before the bylaw reached Council was defeated.

• Recommended Council give first, second, and third readings to Bylaw No. 1926 (Carried; Opposed: M. McNaughton, V. Dumitru, B. Gordon)
• Denied recommendation for staff to meet with West Shore Developers Association (Defeated; Opposed: L. Szpak, M. Wagner, K. Guiry, K. Nentwig)
• Approved the agenda as presented (Carried)

Special Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Community Advisory Committee will consider a rezoning application for 875, 881 Brock Ave and 2700, 2708, 2712 Strathmore Rd, and omnibus amendments to the Subdivision and Servicing Bylaw No. 1000.

• Rezoning of 875, 881 Brock Ave and 2700, 2708, 2712 Strathmore Rd
• Omnibus amendments to Subdivision and Servicing Bylaw No. 1000 (Bylaw No. 1926)
• Retaining wall terracing sketch concept for Bylaw No. 1926
• Adoption of April 8, 2024 SDAC minutes

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council proceed with Bylaw No. 2163 to rezone properties at 875 and 881 Brock Ave and 2700, 2708, and 2712 Strathmore Rd from R2 Residential to CC1 City Centre 1. The recommendation includes specific conditions for affordable housing contributions, infrastructure improvements, and adaptable unit requirements. A separate motion to extend the meeting time to discuss subdivision bylaw amendments was defeated, resulting in the postponement of that agenda item.

• Agenda approved
• Minutes from April 8, 2024 adopted
• Recommended rezoning of Brock Ave and Strathmore Rd properties to CC1 with conditions (Motion Carried)
• Recommended amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 300 to allow group daycare at specified addresses (Motion Carried)
• Motion to extend meeting to 11:00 pm defeated
• Meeting postponed until next available time (Motion Carried)

Council Meeting

Langford City Council is meeting to adopt several bylaws, including the 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and 2024 Tax Rates, and to give readings to a tree protection bylaw extension. The council will also hear presentations on the state of Langford's urban forest and an arts centre accessibility study, and consider a rezoning at 824-838 Goldstream Avenue for a hotel.

• First, second, and third readings of the 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2167 and Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2168
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2019 rezoning 982-988 Bray Avenue
• First, second, and third readings of Tree Protection Bylaw No. 2179 (amendment to extend interim protections)
• Rezoning proposal for 824-838 Goldstream Avenue (hotel development) from Sustainable Development Advisory Committee
• Contract award for RCMP Facilities Expansion Project IPD Advisory Services

Council adopted the 2024-2028 Financial Plan and Tax Rates Bylaws, alongside several zoning amendments and a contract for the RCMP facilities expansion. A rezoning for properties on Goldstream Avenue was approved with specific conditions, including tree retention and commercial ground-floor requirements. Staff were directed to update the Attainable Home Ownership Policy, with three councillors opposing the motion.

• Adopted 2024-2028 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2167
• Adopted Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2168
• Approved rezoning of 824-838 Goldstream Ave to City Centre Pedestrian Zone
• Awarded IPD Advisory Services contract for RCMP Facilities Expansion to Colliers Project Leaders
• Directed staff to amend Attainable Home Ownership Policy (3 opposed)
• Adopted Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 2177
• Adopted Alternative Municipal Tax Collection Scheme Bylaw No. 2178
• Issued Development Variance Permit DVP23-0006 for 3405 Happy Valley Rd

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a verbal update on the Pacific Football Club contract, including a signed Stadium Use Agreement. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, territorial acknowledgement, meeting conduct rules, approval of the agenda, public participation, adjournment).

• Pacific Football Club Contract - Verbal Update (Stadium Use Agreement attached)

Council approved a one-year agreement with the Pacific Football Club. The Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer or Corporate Officer are authorized to sign the agreement based on the terms presented.

• Approved Pacific Football Club agreement for 1 year (Carried)

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The committee will consider two development-related items: text amendments for Leigh Road and a rezoning application for 824-838 Goldstream Avenue. The agenda includes only these items plus routine procedural matters.

• Leigh Road Text Amendments — proposed bylaw changes for the Leigh Road area
• 824-838 Goldstream Ave Rezoning — application to rezone the property, with a hotel presentation attached

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council proceed with Bylaw No. 2166 to rezone 824, 832, and 838 Goldstream Avenue from One- and Two-Family Residential (R2) and District Commercial (C3) to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP), subject to conditions including amenity contributions, road dedication, covenants, and variances, and waive a public hearing. The motion carried with M. McNaughton opposed. On Leigh Road text amendments, the committee directed staff to assist the applicant to return with a more comprehensive plan for intended use and landscaping; that motion carried. The committee also approved the agenda and adopted the March 11, 2024 minutes.

• Recommended Council proceed with Bylaw No. 2166 to rezone 824, 832, and 838 Goldstream Avenue to City Centre Pedestrian (CCP) with conditions (carried; M. McNaughton opposed)
• Recommended Council waive public hearing for the Goldstream Avenue rezoning (carried; M. McNaughton opposed)
• Directed staff to assist applicant to return with a more comprehensive plan for intended use and landscaping for Leigh Road text amendments (carried)
• Approved the agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes of the March 11, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:49 pm (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting will consider adopting Bylaw No. 2154, a text amendment to the Langford Zoning Bylaw to increase daycare capacity. A notice of intent for a development variance permit at 1331 Westhills Drive is also on the agenda.

• Adoption of Bylaw No. 2154 to amend zoning text for increased daycare capacity
• Notice of Intent for development variance permit DVP23-0013 at 1331 Westhills Drive

Council adopted a zoning amendment to increase daycare capacity and issued a development variance permit for a daycare at 1331 Westhills Drive. Additionally, Council approved funding for the West Shore Chamber of Commerce.

• Adopted Bylaw No. 2154 to increase daycare capacity (Carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit DVP23-0013 to reduce required parking from 208 to 118 stalls at 1331 Westhills Drive (Carried)
• Approved $19,000.00 funding request for the West Shore Chamber of Commerce for a one-year term (Carried)

Council Meeting

Langford City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several bylaws, including a zoning amendment for various housekeeping items (Bylaw 2082) and specific rezonings at Knotty Pine Road and Gwendolynn Drive. The council will also consider a Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw and an Alternative Municipal Tax Collection Scheme Bylaw. Other agenda items include a request for an extension of a temporary use permit on Station Road, a provincial electric kick scooter pilot project, and awarding a construction contract for the Westwind Drive retaining wall replacement.

• Public hearing and second/third readings for Bylaw 2082 (Omnibus No. 60 – various housekeeping items to the Zoning Bylaw).
• Adoption of Bylaw 2151 (rezoning 2832, 2834, 2836, and 2838 Knotty Pine Road).
• Adoption of Bylaw 2170 (rezoning 798 Gwendolynn Drive).
• First, second, and third readings of Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 2177, 2024.
• First, second, and third readings of Alternative Municipal Tax Collection Scheme Bylaw No. 2178, 2024.

Council approved a construction contract for the Westwind Drive Retaining Wall and endorsed several master plan RFP scopes. The city also consented to a provincial electric kick scooter pilot project and supported federal Bill C-277.

• Awarded Westwind Drive Retaining Wall contract to Don Mann Excavating Ltd. for $615,958.00 plus GST
• Consented to Provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project starting April 5, 2024
• Endorsed RFP scope of work for Transportation Master Plan & Active Transportation Plan
• Endorsed RFP scope of work for Parks, Recreation and Trails
• Endorsed federal Bill C-277 – National Strategy on Brain Injuries Act
• Approved second and third readings of Zoning Bylaw No. 2082 (Omnibus No. 60)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 2151 (Knotty Pine Road)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 2170 (798 Gwendolynn Drive)

Community Advisory Committee

The Community Advisory Committee met to hear presentations from the Men's Shed group regarding their need for gathering space and the Langford Tennis Club regarding their need for a new facility. The committee approved the agenda and adopted previous minutes, but no substantive decisions or recommendations were made during this session.

• Agenda approved as presented
• Minutes from February 27, 2024 meeting adopted
• Men's Shed presentation received (no action recorded)
• Langford Tennis Club presentation received (no action recorded)

Council Meeting

Council will consider two rezoning proposals from the Sustainable Development Advisory Committee, adopt a zoning amendment for 3405 Happy Valley Road, and give readings to a text amendment for 798 Gwendolynn Drive. Reports on FireSmart funding and a disaster risk reduction grant for misting stations are also on the agenda.

• Rezoning at 902 Walfred Rd (Bylaw 2162)
• Rezoning at 960 Jenkins Ave (Bylaw 2161)
• Adoption of zoning amendment for 3405 Happy Valley Rd (Bylaw 2144)
• First, second, and third readings of text amendment for 798 Gwendolynn Dr (Bylaw 2170)
• Reports on FireSmart Community Funding and Supports and Disaster Risk Reduction Grant for Misting Stations

Council approved the first three readings for rezoning applications at 902 Walfred Road and 960 Jenkins Avenue to allow for increased density. The city also authorized grant applications for FireSmart funding and climate adaptation misting stations.

• Approved 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Bylaw No. 2162 to rezone 902 Walfred Road from RS1 to RT1
• Approved 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Bylaw No. 2161 to rezone 960 Jenkins Avenue from R2 to RT1
• Approved application for Community Resiliency Investment Program - FireSmart Community Funding & Supports
• Approved application for Community Emergency Preparedness Fund - Disaster Risk Reduction Climate Adaptation Funding for misting stations
• Adopted Bylaw No. 2144 regarding 3405 Happy Valley Road
• Approved 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Bylaw No. 2170 regarding 798 Gwendolynn Drive
• Directed staff to bring a report on the e-kick scooter pilot program to the April 2, 2024 meeting

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Langford Sustainable Development Advisory Committee will consider two rezoning applications: one at 902 Walfred Rd and another at 960 Jenkins Ave. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and public participation via Zoom.

• 902 Walfred Rd rezoning (Bylaw 2162)
• 960 Jenkins Ave rezoning (Bylaw 2161)
• Proposed site and landscape plans for both properties
• Arborist report for 960 Jenkins Ave
• Adoption of January 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee voted to recommend that Council proceed with First, Second, and Third Reading of two rezoning bylaws: Bylaw No. 2162 for 902 Walfred Road (RS1 to RT1) and Bylaw No. 2161 for 960 Jenkins Avenue (R2 to RT1). Both recommendations carried and include conditions such as per-unit contributions of $610 to the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and $3,660 to the General Amenity Reserve Fund, infrastructure improvements, and environmental measures. The committee also approved its agenda and adopted minutes from its January 8, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended Council proceed with First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2162 to rezone 902 Walfred Road from RS1 to RT1, with conditions (Motion CARRIED)
• Recommended Council amend Schedule AD of Zoning Bylaw No. 300 to remove amenity contributions related to Bylaw No. 2030 (Motion CARRIED)
• Recommended Council authorize a rear lot line setback variance from 5.5m to 3.0m for 902 Walfred Road (Motion CARRIED)
• Recommended Council proceed with First, Second, and Third Reading of Bylaw No. 2161 to rezone 960 Jenkins Avenue from R2 to RT1, with conditions (Motion CARRIED)
• Approved the agenda as presented (Motion CARRIED)
• Adopted minutes of the January 8, 2024 meeting (Motion CARRIED)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:04 pm (Motion CARRIED)

Council Meeting

Langford City Council is meeting to consider the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan, several zoning bylaw amendments, a lease agreement, and a public hearing policy. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and committee resolutions, including new budget items and 2024 grant-in-aid funding requests.

• 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan review
• Bylaw 2082 (Omnibus No. 60) zoning housekeeping amendments - rescind and re-give first reading
• Bylaw 2139 adoption for 2703, 2707, 2711 Claude Road and 726 Percy Place
• Nolan Riding Lease Agreement (CON23-0173)
• Public Hearing Policy review

Council adopted the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan with an amendment to increase sidewalk infill funding near schools. Other key actions included approving 2024 community grants and deciding to liquidate the city's trolleys.

• Approved 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan as amended
• Increased sidewalk infill budget by $1.4M in 2024 and $1.85M in 2025
• Approved liquidation of Trolleys and exploration of land use options
• Approved 2024 grants for 21 organizations, including $20,000 for Peninsula Streams
• Approved funding for grants in aid exceeding $80,000 from Council Contingency
• Issued Development Variance Permit DVP23-0008 for 2181 Bear Mountain Pkwy
• Approved lease agreement with Nolan Riding
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw No. 2139 for Claude Road and Percy Place

Special Council Meeting

This is a procedural meeting. Council approved the agenda and then voted to close the meeting to the public under sections of the Community Charter to discuss preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service and confidential information related to negotiations with a provincial government or federal government. No decisions were made in open session.

• Council closed the meeting to the public for negotiations regarding a proposed municipal service
• Council also closed the meeting to discuss confidential information from negotiations with a provincial or federal government and a third party

Council met for a special session and voted to move into a closed meeting (in camera). The closed session was held to discuss preliminary negotiations for a municipal service and confidential information involving government and third-party entities.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Voted to close the meeting to the public to discuss municipal service negotiations and government/third-party information

Community Advisory Committee

The Community Advisory Committee is meeting to consider 2024 funding requests, including grant-in-aid applications. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Review of 2024 funding requests and grant-in-aid applications
• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2023 meeting

The Community Advisory Committee recommended that Council approve 21 funding applications for 2024. The committee also recommended that Council fund amounts exceeding the $80,000 budget using the Council Contingency. Additionally, staff were asked to research best practices for community-led grants for 2025.

• Recommended Council approve 2024 grants in aid and use Council Contingency for amounts over $80,000 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 17 grants including Peninsula Streams ($20,000) and Rewired Recovery ($10,000) (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Bilston Watershed ($1,000) and Open Gate Church ($5,000) (Carried)
• Recommended approval of Bear Mountain Community Assn ($1,500) (Carried)
• Recommended Council direct staff to research best practices for Community Association and Community-led Neighbourhood Improvement Grants for 2025 (Unanimous)
• Denied addition of Sarah Beckett Memorial Run ($2,500) to 2024 funding requests
• Adopted November 2, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

This meeting agenda for the Langford Sustainable Development Advisory Committee on February 26, 2024, contains only technical elements like video links and software interface text. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider new budget items for Council discussion and review the Draft 2024-2028 Financial Plan. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from three prior meetings and consideration of correspondence. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• New budget items for Council discussion (on table)
• Draft 2024-2028 Financial Plan review
• Adoption of minutes from February 8, 12, and 13, 2024
• Correspondence (redacted) for consideration

The Committee of the Whole recommended that Council approve the 2024-2028 Financial Plan as amended. Members also made several recommendations regarding new budget items, including funding for community gardens and a pedestrian plaza pilot project.

• Recommended approval of the proposed 2024-2028 Financial Plan as amended
• Recommended adding 1 police officer and 1 municipal employee for 2024
• Recommended funding Community Gardens with $40,000 in 2024 and $10,000 annually
• Recommended funding Pedestrian Plaza/Walkway Pilot Project from 2024 surplus
• Recommended liquidating the Trolleys and exploring land use options
• Recommended removing funding for Community Murals Fund and Largest Little Library
• Recommended deferring funding for Royal Roads Innovation Studio, E-bike Rebate, and City Centre Crosswalk to 2025
• Recommended decreasing the use of general amenity funds to offset taxes to $0 starting in 2024

Council Meeting

Council granted second and third readings to bylaws for a rental apartment building on Bray Avenue, a boundary adjustment at 2207 Millstream Road, and increased daycare capacity at 1331 Westhills Drive. The Mantle Heights Development Cost Charge Agreement was adopted. Council also approved several lease renewals and an animal control contract amendment.

• Approved second and third readings for Bray Avenue rental apartment rezoning (Bylaw 2019)
• Approved second and third readings for 2207 Millstream Road OCP and zoning amendments (Bylaws 2149 & 2150)
• Approved second and third readings for daycare capacity increase at 1331 Westhills Drive (Bylaw 2154)
• Adopted Mantle Heights DCC Agreement Approval Bylaw No. 2143
• Approved first, second, and third readings for Knotty Pine Road rezoning (Bylaw 2151)
• Approved licence agreement for 870 McCallum Rd
• Approved Animal Control Services Agreement contract amendment (CON21-0036)
• Approved lease renewals for Payline by ICE Inc. and Accent Refrigeration Ltd.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will hold a public meeting to deliberate the proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan. The agenda includes a presentation of the draft plan and public participation. No other substantive items are listed.

• Presentation of Proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan
• Public participation on the budget

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and held public participation on budget items. A motion to remove the 'Trolley Upgrades Largest Little Free Library' from the Capital Budget was defeated. The Committee also voted to receive a verbal update from Langford Fastball regarding Centennial Park improvements before making budget decisions on that item.

• Agenda approved as presented
• Motion to remove 'OT14 - Trolley Upgrades Largest Little Free Library' from Capital Budget defeated
• Motion to receive verbal update from Langford Fastball on Centennial Park improvements carried
• Meeting adjourned at 3:32 pm

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan. The agenda includes a presentation on the draft budget and a period for public participation. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Presentation of Proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan
• Public participation period for budget-related emails

The Committee of the Whole discussed the proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and heard extensive public feedback regarding taxes, consultants, and the YMCA. No final budget decisions were made, but the Committee requested a detailed breakdown of all new budget items for the next meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Requested staff provide a report outlining each proposed new budget item for the next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:17 pm

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Langford Sustainable Development Advisory Committee meeting on February 12, 2024, consists solely of technical placeholders and embedded content from the eSCRIBE software. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole received presentations on the proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan, including operating budgets from multiple departments and a new project list. A motion to request further information on grant availability for new projects was introduced but later withdrawn. The meeting adjourned without any decisions on the plan.

• Presentation of proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan
• New project list introduced for Committee consideration
• Operating budgets presented for Communications & Economic Development, Building, Development Services, Engineering, Finance, Corporate Services, and Parks, Recreation and Facilities departments
• Motion to direct staff on grant information for new projects was introduced and withdrawn

The Committee received operating budget presentations for several city departments as part of the proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan. No substantive decisions were made regarding the budget or project lists.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Motion to direct staff to provide grant information on new projects was withdrawn

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on the Proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan. The plan documents will be posted on the city's website after the meeting. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda otherwise consists of routine procedural items.

• Presentation of Proposed 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan

The Committee reviewed the draft 2024-2028 Five Year Financial Plan and budgets for the fire department, West Shore RCMP, and Bylaw Department. It decided to direct staff to provide further information on reducing general amenity fund use and completing the sidewalk infill matrix.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Adopted minutes from January 22, 2024
• Directed staff to provide a plan to accelerate the reduction of general amenity fund use
• Directed staff to provide costs and tax impacts for completing all remaining sidewalk infill matrix projects over three years

Council Meeting

Langford City Council is meeting to adopt several bylaws, including a zoning amendment for four properties on Hockley Avenue and a sewer utility fee amendment. Council will also consider a development cost charge agreement for Mantle Heights, award a construction contract for Centre Mountain Business Park, and discuss lease agreements for Rhino Coffee and Cycling BC/Canada.

• Adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 704 for 820, 822, 824, and 826 Hockley Avenue (Bylaw No. 2142)
• First, second, and third readings of Mantle Heights DCC Agreement Approval Bylaw No. 2143
• Adoption of Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 7 (Bylaw No. 2156)
• Tender award for Centre Mountain Business Park Work Package 4 Civil Works
• Lease agreements for Rhino Coffee House and Cycling BC/Cycling Canada

Council approved a construction contract for Centre Mountain Business Park and adopted several bylaws regarding zoning and sewer utilities. The body also approved lease agreements for Rhino Coffee and Cycling Canada/BC and passed several resolutions for the AVICC regarding provincial funding and accountability.

• Awarded $4,408,940.67 construction contract for Centre Mountain Business Park WP4 Civil to Hazelwood Construction Services Inc.
• Approved lease agreements with Rhino Coffee and Cycling Canada & Cycling British Columbia
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 704 (820-826 Hockley Avenue)
• Adopted Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 7
• Approved Mantle Heights DCC Agreement No. CON24-0019 and Bylaw No. 2143
• Tabled licence agreement for 870 McCallum Rd to discuss nighttime parking
• Directed staff to allocate Local Government Capacity Funding Grant to transportation and parks master plans
• Passed resolution to explore legal action against the Province for failures in healthcare and public safety (Opposed: Mayor Goodmanson)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The agenda for the Langford Committee of the Whole meeting on February 1, 2024, consists solely of technical placeholders and embedded content areas with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Community Advisory Committee

This is a procedural-only agenda for the Langford Community Advisory Committee meeting on January 30, 2024. No decisions, discussions, or specific items are listed. The agenda contains only boilerplate formatting and embedded content placeholders.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. No rezonings, contracts, public hearings, or other actionable matters are listed.

Special Council Meeting

This is a procedural-only agenda for a special council meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed beyond the meeting call and administrative boilerplate.

Council met for a special session and voted to close the meeting to the public to discuss land, employee relations, and municipal services. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved closing the meeting to the public to consider labour relations, land acquisition/disposition, and preliminary municipal service negotiations

Special Council Meeting

The agenda for this special council meeting contains no substantive items for discussion or decision. It consists entirely of placeholder text and embedded content areas with no resolutions, reports, or action items listed.

Special Council Meeting

This is a procedural special council meeting. The only substantive item is a resolution to close the meeting to the public under section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter to discuss preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service. No decisions or public discussions are scheduled.

• Resolution to hold an in-camera session for negotiations on a proposed municipal service

The Langford City Council held a special meeting that was largely procedural. The only substantive action was a vote to close the meeting to the public to discuss preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. No specific decisions, approvals, or denials regarding the service or other matters were recorded in the public minutes.

• Agenda approved as presented
• Meeting closed to public for preliminary service negotiations (Section 90(1)k)
• Meeting adjourned at 5:59 pm

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive a presentation and report on the proposed CRD Regional Water Supply Development Cost Charge (DCC) program. The agenda includes only this substantive item along with routine procedural matters such as approval of the agenda and adoption of previous minutes.

• Presentation: CRD Regional Water Supply DCC Program
• Report: Proposed CRD RWS DCC Program
• Adoption of minutes from September 26, 2023

The Committee of the Whole approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from September 26, 2023. The Committee recommended that Council receive a report on the CRD Regional Water Supply DCC Program for information.

• Approved the agenda
• Adopted September 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Council receive CRD RWS DCC Program report for information

Council Meeting

Langford City Council will hold a public hearing and consider second and third reading for a zoning amendment at 957 Walfred Road. Council will also vote on first readings for an OCP amendment and rezoning at 2207 Millstream Road, a text amendment to increase daycare capacity, and a sewer utility bylaw amendment. Other items include a development variance permit for 2181 Bear Mountain Parkway, rezoning applications for properties on Knotty Pine Road and Westhills Drive, a traffic calming policy, and a tender award for earthworks at Centre Mountain.

• Public hearing and second/third reading for Bylaw 1927, rezoning 957 Walfred Road
• First reading for OCP amendment (Bylaw 2149) and rezoning (Bylaw 2150) at 2207 Millstream Road
• First reading for Bylaw 2154, text amendment to increase daycare capacity
• First, second, and third reading for Sewer Utility Bylaw Amendment No. 7 (Bylaw 2156), updating user fees
• Tender award for Centre Mountain Residential Work Package 2 Phase 1 Earthworks

Langford City Council awarded a $1,777,550.00 construction contract for the Centre Mountain earthworks and advanced several rezoning and development bylaws, including projects on Walfred Road, Knotty Pine Road, and Millstream Road. Council also adopted the new Traffic Calming Policy and gave multiple readings to sewer utility and zoning amendments.

• Adopted Consent Agenda including past committee and council minutes
• Received November 9, 2023 West Shore Parks and Recreation Society minutes
• Directed staff to provide notice for a development variance permit at 2181 Bear Mountain Parkway (Mayor Goodmanson and Councillor Wagner opposed)
• Proceeded with first reading of Bylaw No. 2151 to rezone 2832, 2834, 2836, and 2838 Knotty Pine Road to CC2
• Proceeded with first readings of Bylaws 2149 and 2150 to amend OCP and rezone 2207 Millstream Road
• Adopted POL-0173-ENG Traffic Calming Policy as amended
• Proceeded with first reading of Bylaw No. 2154 to expand group daycare capacity at 1331 Westhills Drive
• Accepted revised design and updated rezoning conditions for 982-988 Bray Avenue (Bylaw No. 2019)

Sustainable Development Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a rezoning application and development variance permit for 1331 Westhills Drive. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a report on the application. No other substantive items are listed.

• Rezoning application and development variance permit for 1331 Westhills Drive

The Sustainable Development Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes, and recommended that Council advance a rezoning and development variance permit for 1331 Westhills Drive. The recommendation allows for a group daycare with up to 53 children and reduces the required parking from 208 to 118 stalls, subject to specific transit and parking conditions.

• Approved the agenda as presented (Carried)
• Adopted the minutes of the December 11, 2023 Special Sustainable Development Advisory Committee meeting (Carried)
• Recommended Council proceed with First Reading of Bylaw No. 2154 to amend the CD3 zone for a 53-child group daycare at 1331 Westhills Drive, subject to covenant conditions (Carried)
• Recommended Council direct staff to provide notice for a Development Variance Permit to reduce parking from 208 to 118 stalls at 1331 Westhills Drive (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m. (Carried)