Lethbridge public meetings in 2021

City Council

Lethbridge City Council meets in public session to handle routine approvals, including minutes, the 2021 operating forecast, and a capital program amendment. Council will also give second and third reading to bylaws setting 2022 distribution tariffs and tax incentives, and consider a land use bylaw amendment and a road closure. Several items are informational updates or administrative inquiries, with confidential reports scheduled for closed session.

• Bylaw 6329 – 2022 Distribution Tariff Bylaw (2nd/3rd reading)
• Bylaw 6335 – 2022 Incentives for Prepayments, Penalty and Tax Deferral Bylaw (2nd/3rd reading)
• Bylaw 6339 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 1029 8 Street South
• Bylaw 6340 – Closing of Certain Road
• 2021 Operating Forecast and Amendment to 2018-2027 Capital Improvement Program (D-45)

Council approved a motion directing administration to investigate potential sites for a third river crossing further south than the current Chinook Trail location, assess construction costs, and report back by September 2022. Council also approved the consent agenda, including first reading of two bylaws, and passed several other motions. The meeting included a closed session for confidential matters.

• Approved motion to investigate third river crossing sites further south (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including first reading of Bylaw 6339 (Land Use Bylaw amendment) and Bylaw 6340 (road closing) (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 6329 (2022 Distribution Tariff) second and third reading (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 6335 (2022 Incentives for Prepayments, Penalty and Tax Deferral) second and third reading (unanimous)
• Approved Policy CC10 (Council Remuneration and Benefits) as amended (unanimous)
• Approved motion to direct administration on refuse and recycling collection strategy (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to boards and commissions (unanimous)
• Referred Lethbridge Housing Authority tax cancellation request to Cultural and Social SPC (unanimous)

Audit Standing Policy Committee

The Subdivision and Audit Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, adopt the agenda, and approve the June 18, 2021 minutes. A presentation by KPMG partner Derek Taylor will cover the roles and duties of the audit committee. The committee will also hold a confidential session on organizational review, report review, employee training updates, internal control reviews, and a private session with auditors.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation by Derek Taylor, KPMG LLP, on Roles and Duties of Audit Committee
• Confidential items: Organizational Review, Report Review, Employee Training Updates, Internal Control Reviews, Private Session with Auditors

The Audit Standing Policy Committee elected Acting Mayor Rajko Dodic as Chair and Councillor John Middleton-Hope as Vice-Chair by acclamation. The committee adopted the agenda and consent agenda, received a presentation from KPMG on audit committee roles, and moved into a closed session to discuss confidential items including an organizational review and internal control reviews. No substantive public decisions were made beyond the elections and procedural approvals.

• Elected Acting Mayor Rajko Dodic as Chair by acclamation
• Elected Councillor John Middleton-Hope as Vice-Chair by acclamation
• Adopted the agenda as presented (4-0)
• Adopted the consent agenda including June 18, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Received KPMG presentation on audit committee roles as information (4-0)
• Moved into closed session under FOIP (4-0)
• Adjourned closed session at 4:04 PM (4-0)
• Kept closed session discussions confidential under FOIP sections 23-26 (4-0)

Special Meeting Of City Council

This is a special meeting of Lethbridge City Council with a single agenda item: a closed session for strategic planning, citing FOIP sections 23, 24, and 29. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the open agenda.

• Closed meeting for strategic planning (FOIP Sections 23, 24, and 29)

The council met in a special session and unanimously voted to enter a closed session to discuss strategic planning and an airport update under FOIP exceptions. After the closed session, they voted to keep the discussions and documents confidential and directed the City Manager to proceed with the confidential direction and report back at the December 14, 2021 closed meeting. No public decisions were made.

• Adopted the meeting agenda with the addition of Airport Update (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 1:03 PM to discuss strategic planning and airport update (unanimous)
• Adjourned closed session at 2:08 PM (unanimous)
• Kept strategic planning discussions confidential and directed City Manager to proceed with confidential direction (unanimous)
• Kept airport update discussions confidential (unanimous)

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

The Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee (also listed as Subdivision and Civic Works) is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, adopt the agenda, and consider consent items including June 8, 2021 minutes and a status of initiatives report. The main business consists of three presentations: an outline planning roundabout guide, an update on cycling in Lethbridge, and a progress update on the Transportation Master Plan. There is also a submission regarding National Urban Parks. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion or information.

• Presentation on Outline Planning Roundabout Guide by City Engineer Byron Buzunis and BILD's Bridget Mearns
• Update on Cycling in Lethbridge by Transportation Engineer Adam St. Amant
• Transportation Master Plan Progress Update by Adam St. Amant
• Submission on National Urban Parks by Blair Richter, General Manager - Parks & Cemeteries
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee met and elected Deputy Mayor Crowson as Chair and Councillor Paladino as Vice-Chair. The committee approved the agenda, consent agenda, and several reports for information, including a roundabout guide, cycling update, transportation master plan progress, and national urban parks. It also recommended that City Council add a tour of infrastructure facilities to Council's orientation schedule. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Elected Deputy Mayor Crowson as Chair by acclamation
• Elected Councillor Paladino as Vice-Chair by acclamation
• Adopted agenda as amended to include Item 6.2 (Facility Tour Discussion) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 and received Status of Initiatives (4-0)
• Recommended Council receive Outline Planning Roundabout Guide as information (4-0)
• Recommended Council receive Update on Cycling in Lethbridge as information (4-0)
• Recommended Council receive Transportation Master Plan Progress Update as information (4-0)
• Recommended Council receive National Urban Parks report as information (4-0)

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee will hear presentations on the family medicine situation in Lethbridge, the Heritage Management Plan update, placemaking projects, and the Indigenous Cultural Centre governance and operations planning. The committee will also consider recommendations from the Social Service Integration Committee and receive an administration response. The agenda includes routine items like election of chair, adoption of agenda, and consent agenda.

• Presentation on family medicine situation in Lethbridge by local health officials
• Heritage Management Plan update project presentation
• Placemaking introduction and overview of projects
• Indigenous Cultural Centre governance and operations planning update
• Social Service Integration Committee recommendations and administration response

The committee voted to recommend City Council direct administration to work with Alpha House and Alberta on a 4-6 month emergency overflow shelter, evaluate the Civic Curling Centre or Park N Ride as temporary sober shelters, and develop a business case for a Community Care Campus. It also received reports on family medicine, heritage management, placemaking, and Indigenous Cultural Centre planning, and elected Councillor Campbell as Chair and Councillor Schmidt-Rempel as Vice-Chair. The committee entered closed session for a confidential item and later voted to keep those discussions confidential.

• Elected Councillor Campbell as Chair and Councillor Schmidt-Rempel as Vice-Chair by acclamation.
• Adopted the agenda as presented.
• Approved the June 17, 2021 minutes and received the Status of Initiatives as information.
• Referred the family medicine situation to the City Manager to develop an action plan for City Council.
• Received the Heritage Management Plan update for information.
• Recommended City Council receive the Placemaking report as information.
• Received the Indigenous Cultural Centre Governance and Operations Planning update as information.
• Recommended City Council direct administration on emergency shelter options, sober shelter feasibility, and a Community Care Campus business case.

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple borrowing bylaws for waste and recycling centre upgrades, water and wastewater treatment plant improvements, and the North Scenic Drive road project. Council will also give second and third reading to several bylaws, including amendments to the waste bylaw and regulated rate bylaws, plus the 2022 residential assessment sub-class bylaw. The meeting includes a closed session for confidential items like a proposed land sale and human resources matters.

• Bylaw 6331-6333, 6341: Borrowing for Waste & Recycling Centre disposal cell, site enhancements, landfill sustainability, and landfill gas/leachate management
• Bylaw 6342-6344: Borrowing for water treatment plant voltage upgrades and wastewater treatment plant biosolids and blower upgrades
• Bylaw 6345: Borrowing for North Scenic Drive (Uplands Blvd to 44 Ave) Stage 1
• Bylaw 6325: Amendment to Waste Bylaw 6146
• Bylaw 6336: 2022 Residential Assessment and Supplementary Assessment Sub-Class Bylaw

The City Council approved first reading of 12 borrowing bylaws covering waste and recycling, water, wastewater, and road projects, and gave final approval to several other bylaws. The meeting also included a closed session for confidential matters, and all decisions were carried unanimously except for one opposition to the agenda amendment.

• Approved first reading of Bylaw 6329 (2022 Distribution Tariff) and 11 borrowing bylaws (6331-6334, 6341-6346) for infrastructure projects.
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6320, repealing Bylaws 5712, 5847, and 6078.
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6325, amending the Waste Bylaw (6146).
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6327, amending the Regulated Default Supply Bylaw (6234).
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6328, amending the Regulated Rate Option Bylaw (6233).
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6336, the 2022 Residential Assessment and Supplementary Assessment Sub-Class Bylaw.
• Approved the agenda as amended, with six bylaws withdrawn and six added to the consent agenda.
• Kept all closed session discussions and documents confidential.

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss several governance items, including an update to the City Council Remuneration and Benefits policy, a council work plan update, an operational review implementation plan, and a proposal for an Integrity Commissioner. The committee will also elect a chair and vice chair and consider the consent agenda.

• Update to Policy CC10 – City Council Remuneration and Benefits
• Council Work Plan Update - November 2021
• Operational Review Implementation Plan
• Proposal for Integrity Commissioner
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

The Governance Standing Policy Committee recommended City Council approve an amended Policy CC10 on Council remuneration and benefits, including a 5.3% pay increase for Acting Mayor service. It also recommended approving Options 1 and 2(b) for an Integrity Commissioner proposal, and received two reports as information. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Recommended amended Policy CC10 (Council remuneration) to City Council (unanimous)
• Amended Policy CC10 to add 5.3% Acting Mayor compensation (unanimous)
• Amended Policy CC10 responsibilities section (unanimous)
• Amended Policy CC10 salary comparison clause (unanimous)
• Recommended Council Work Plan Update be received as information (general consent)
• Recommended Operational Review Implementation Plan be received as information (general consent)
• Recommended Integrity Commissioner proposal Options 1 and 2(b) to City Council (unanimous)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on the September 2021 Operating Forecast and to consider an amendment to the 2018-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the Facility Renewal and Upgrade Program. The agenda also includes election of a vice-chair and approval of previous minutes.

• Presentation: September 2021 Operating Forecast by City Treasurer Darrell Mathews
• Amendment to 2018-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), D-45 – Facility Renewal and Upgrade Program
• Election of Vice-Chair
• Approval of September 15, 2021 minutes

The Economic Standing Policy Committee approved the September 15, 2021 minutes and adopted the agenda. It recommended that City Council approve $450,000 from the Airport Reserve, including $100,000 for ACAP matching funds and up to $350,000 for an Airport Sweeper replacement. It also recommended amending the 2018-2027 Capital Improvement Program (D-45) by increasing its budget by $470,000 and adding $750,000 from the operating budget to cover cost overages and potential grant shortfalls. Councillor Schmidt-Rempel was elected Vice-Chair.

• Elected Councillor Schmidt-Rempel as Vice-Chair until October 25, 2022
• Approved the September 15, 2021 committee minutes
• Adopted the November 24, 2021 agenda
• Recommended Council approve $450,000 from Airport Reserve ($100,000 ACAP match, up to $350,000 for Airport Sweeper)
• Recommended Council amend 2018-2027 CIP D-45 with $470,000 budget increase and $750,000 from operating budget

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Community Safety Standing Policy Committee for November 23, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting publicly on November 15, 2021, with a closed session at 12:30 PM and public session at 1:30 PM. The agenda includes several consent items (minutes, procurement reports, and bylaw amendments), official business discussions on transit services, economic incentives, off-leash parks, go-friendly transit, and toxic/e-waste drop-off, plus a submission on the Chinook Arch Regional Library System Agreement. A councillor inquiry about snow fences is also listed. The agenda is substantive with multiple policy and administrative items.

• Bylaw 6325 amending the Waste Bylaw (Bylaw 6146)
• Bylaw 6327 amending Regulated Default Supply Bylaw (Bylaw 6234)
• Bylaw 6328 amending Regulated Rate Option Bylaw (Bylaw 6233)
• Bylaw 6336 – 2022 Residential Assessment and Supplementary Assessment Sub-Class Bylaw
• Chinook Arch Regional Library System Agreement submission

City Council approved five motions requesting the City Manager to report by December 14, 2021 on transit system impacts, economic incentives for commercial districts, off-leash dog park options, Go-Friendly transit status, and hazardous waste drop-off at recycling depots. Council also approved signing the amended Chinook Arch Regional Library System agreement and directed the City Manager to nominate a representative. All votes were unanimous except the off-leash parks motion, which passed 8-1 with Deputy Mayor Crowson opposed.

• Approved request for transit system impact report (unanimous)
• Approved request for economic incentive options for commercial districts (unanimous)
• Approved request for off-leash dog park options (8-1, Crowson opposed)
• Approved request for Go-Friendly transit status report (unanimous)
• Approved request for hazardous waste drop-off options at recycling depots (unanimous)
• Approved signing amended Chinook Arch Regional Library System agreement (unanimous, Schmidt-Rempel absent)
• Approved deferring Lethbridge Housing Authority tax cancellation request to Dec 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of four bylaws including Waste Bylaw amendment and 2022 assessment bylaw (unanimous)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting on November 5-6, 2021, held at the Enmax Centre. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, adoption of the agenda, and a closed meeting for strategic planning under FOIP Sections 23 and 24. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed meeting for strategic planning (FOIP Sections 23 & 24)

The City Council met in a special closed session for strategic planning, citing FOIP sections 23, 24, and 29. Council voted unanimously to keep the discussions confidential. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and closed to the public.

• Entered closed session for strategic planning (unanimous)
• Adjourned closed session at 12:07 P.M. (unanimous)
• Directed that strategic planning discussions remain confidential (unanimous)

City Council

This is a special city council meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session for strategic planning, citing FOIP sections 18, 20, and 24. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, adoption of agenda, adjournment). No public decisions or discussions are listed.

The City Council met in a special session and immediately entered a closed meeting to discuss strategic planning under FOIP exemptions for public safety, law enforcement, and official advice. The council voted unanimously to keep the closed discussions confidential and adjourned without any public decisions.

• Entered closed session for strategic planning (unanimous)
• Adjourned closed session at 3:04 P.M. (unanimous)
• Kept closed meeting discussions confidential (unanimous)

City Council

This is the second part of Lethbridge City Council's organizational meeting. Council will consider the 2022 meeting calendar, the deputy mayor and acting mayor schedule for 2021-2025, and administrative appointments to boards, commissions, and committees. It will also ratify appointments made in the closed session.

• 2022 Council and Standing Policy Committee meeting calendar
• Deputy Mayor and Acting Mayor schedule (2021-2025)
• Administration appointments to boards, commissions, and committees
• Council appointments to boards, commissions, and committees (closed session, FOIP Section 24)
• Ratification of appointments to boards, commissions, and committees (FOIP Sections 24)

The Lethbridge City Council held an organizational meeting where it adopted the 2022 meeting calendar, approved the deputy mayor and acting mayor schedule, and made appointments to various boards, commissions, and committees. The council also ratified organizational representatives and dissolved three committees. All decisions were carried, with one opposition vote on the council member appointments.

• Adopted 2022 Council and Standing Policy Committee Meeting Calendar (unanimous)
• Moved November 16, 2021 Council Meeting to November 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2025 Deputy and Acting Mayor Schedule (unanimous)
• Appointed administration members to committees for one-year term (unanimous)
• Adopted Nominating Committee recommendations for council member appointments to boards/committees (8-1, Crowson opposed)
• Ratified organizational representatives to boards/committees (unanimous)
• Dissolved Community Design Committee, Ambulance Transition Oversight Committee, and Task Force on Crime Reduction (unanimous)

City Council

This is the inaugural organizational meeting of Lethbridge City Council, featuring the swearing-in of Mayor-Elect Blaine Hyggen and 8 councillors-elect. The agenda includes ceremonial items such as the national anthem, addresses from officials, and an inaugural address by the new mayor. No policy decisions or business items are scheduled; the meeting recesses to November 1, 2021.

• Swearing-in of Mayor-Elect Blaine Hyggen and 8 councillors-elect
• Addresses by City Manager Craig Dalton, MP Rachael Harder, MLAs Shannon Phillips and Nathan Neudorf, Minister Ric McIvor, and Premier Jason Kenney
• Inaugural address by Mayor Blaine Hyggen
• Meeting recesses to November 1, 2021 at 1:30 PM

City Council

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a proposal for the City of Lethbridge to participate in a complaint to the Alberta Ombudsman regarding Alberta Health Services' decision to consolidate the ambulance emergency dispatch system. The agenda includes only this item plus routine procedural matters (call to order, adoption of agenda, adjournment).

• City of Lethbridge participation in a complaint to the Alberta Ombudsman
• Complaint concerns Alberta Health Services' decision on consolidation of the ambulance emergency dispatch system

City Council voted to support the City of Red Deer's official complaint to the Alberta Ombudsman regarding the consolidation of ambulance emergency dispatch services. The motion directs the Mayor to write to the provincial ombudsman informing him of this decision. The vote was 7 in favour, 1 opposed, with one councillor absent.

• Supported Red Deer's complaint to Alberta Ombudsman on EMS dispatch consolidation (7-1)
• Directed Mayor to write to provincial ombudsman about the decision (7-1)

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss several administrative and governance items, including updates on the Council Work Plan and the Operational Review Implementation Plan, as well as policies related to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) recruitment and review process. The agenda also includes a verbal discussion on a Council Post-Employment Policy and a status of initiatives report. No public hearings or major financial decisions are listed.

• Council Work Plan Update - September 2021
• Operational Review Implementation Plan Update
• Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Recruitment Policy
• Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Review Process (verbal)
• Council Post-Employment Policy (verbal)

The Governance Standing Policy Committee met on September 17, 2021, and approved the minutes of the July 15, 2021 meeting and the agenda as presented. The committee received several reports for information, including the Council Work Plan Update, Operational Review Implementation Plan Update, and verbal updates on the CAO Review Process and Council Post-Employment Policy. It forwarded the CAO Recruitment Policy, Council Post-Employment Policy Report, and Status of Initiatives to the November 25, 2021 meeting for further consideration. All motions were carried unanimously with Councillor Mauro absent.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Adopted the September 17, 2021 agenda (3-0)
• Received Council Work Plan Monthly Update for information (3-0)
• Received Operational Review Implementation Plan Update for information (3-0)
• Received CAO Recruitment Policy report and forwarded to November 25, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Received CAO Review Process verbal update for information (3-0)
• Received Council Post-Employment Policy report and forwarded to November 25, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Received Status of Initiatives and forwarded continuation of work to November 25, 2021 meeting (3-0)

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee's September 16, 2021 meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The notice was issued by Chair A.M. Campbell on August 31, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the SouthGrow regional economic development initiative, an Economic Development Lethbridge Quarter 3 2021 update, and the June 2021 operating forecast. The agenda also includes approval of the June 23, 2021 minutes and a confidential human resources matter under FOIP Section 24.

• Presentation by Peter Casurella, SouthGrow Executive Director, on regional economic development initiative
• Presentation by Andrew Malcolm, Urban Revitalization Manager, on Economic Development Lethbridge Q3 2021 update
• Presentation by Darrell Mathews, City Treasurer, on June 2021 Operating Forecast
• Confidential human resources matter (FOIP Section 24) (verbal)

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee approved the June 23, 2021 minutes and adopted the agenda. It received three presentations as information: SouthGrow Regional Economic Development Initiative, Economic Development Lethbridge Q3 2021 update, and the June 2021 Operating Forecast. The committee then entered a closed session to discuss a confidential human resources matter and directed that those discussions remain confidential. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural and informational items.

• Approved minutes of June 23, 2021 (carried)
• Adopted agenda as presented (carried)
• Received SouthGrow presentation as information (carried)
• Received Economic Development Lethbridge Q3 2021 update as information (carried)
• Received June 2021 Operating Forecast as information (carried)
• Entered closed session for confidential HR matter (carried)
• Directed closed session discussions remain confidential (carried)

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

The September 9, 2021 meeting of the Community Safety Standing Policy Committee was cancelled by Chair R.K. Parker on August 30, 2021. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled by chair

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting publicly on September 7, 2021, to consider a range of items including amendments to the Capital Improvement Program for airport improvements, a Recreation Excellence Aquatics Agreement, and a report on a meeting with Economic Development Lethbridge. Council will also discuss National Urban Parks, the Municipal Planning Commission, and masks in city facilities. Several bylaws are scheduled for second and third reading, including utility deferral adjustments, removal of the Bentley Block historic designation, and multiple land use amendments. The agenda also includes closed meeting reports on land banking, COVID-19, and human resources.

• Amendment to 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program D-6 Lethbridge Airport Improvements
• Recreation Excellence Aquatics Agreement
• Bylaw 6326 - Utility Deferral Adjustment – Electricity (2nd/3rd reading)
• Bylaw 6291 - Repeal Bentley Block Municipal Historic Resource designation (2nd/3rd reading)
• Land Use Bylaw amendments for 4403 & 4505 24 Ave. S, 3401 26 Avenue N, 539 18 Street South, 520 18 Street South, child care definitions, signs and murals, minor errors, and Sherring Area Structure Plan

City Council voted to dissolve the Municipal Planning Commission as of January 1, 2022, and directed necessary bylaw amendments, with an updated outline plan process to be brought to the Civic Works Standing Policy Committee on December 2, 2021. Council also approved amendments to the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program for Lethbridge Airport improvements, delayed Recreation Excellence fee increases until March 1, 2022, and directed administration to explore participation in the National Urban Parks program. Several bylaws were passed, including child care definitions, signs and murals, minor errors, and land use amendments for specific properties, while other bylaws were defeated, including the Bentley Block historic designation repeal and a mask mandate for city facilities.

• Approved dissolution of Municipal Planning Commission effective Jan 1, 2022, with bylaw amendments and new outline plan process.
• Approved amendment to 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program for Lethbridge Airport with revised funding sources.
• Approved delaying Recreation Excellence fee increase until March 1, 2022.
• Approved directing City Manager to explore National Urban Parks program participation, report by Dec 8, 2021.
• Defeated motion to require masks in city facilities until Dec 31, 2021 (both main motion and amendment).
• Defeated Bylaw 6291 to repeal Bentley Block historic designation.
• Defeated Bylaw 6288 for land use amendment at 4403 & 4505 24 Ave. S.
• Defeated Bylaw 6321 for Sherring Area Structure Plan amendment.

Public Hearing

Lethbridge City Council holds a public hearing on seven land-use bylaw amendments, covering property-specific rezonings, child-care definitions, signs and murals, minor errors, and the Sherring Business and Industrial Area Structure Plan. The agenda includes staff presentations and public correspondence for each item; no decisions are listed, only the hearing.

• Bylaw 6288: Land Use Bylaw amendment for 4403 & 4505 24 Ave S
• Bylaw 6292: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: Child Care definitions
• Bylaw 6293: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: Signs and Murals
• Bylaw 6303: Land Use Bylaw amendment for 3401 26 Avenue N (Sherring Business and Industrial Park)
• Bylaw 6321: Amendment to Bylaw 5378 - Sherring Business and Industrial Area Structure Plan

The City of Lethbridge held a public hearing on September 7, 2021, to consider seven land use bylaw amendments. These included rezoning for a drive-in movie theatre, changes to child care definitions, mural and sign regulations, minor corrections, a large warehouse development, a church property rezoning, a 23-unit apartment development, and an amendment to the Sherring Business and Industrial Area Structure Plan. No final decisions were made at the hearing; the items were presented and public input was received.

• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6288 (rezoning for drive-in movie theatre at 4403 & 4505 24 Ave S)
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6292 (child care definitions amendment)
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6293 (signs and murals amendment)
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6295 (minor errors correction)
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6303 (rezoning for warehouse development at 3401 26 Avenue N)
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6304 (rezoning at 539 18 Street South)
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6305 (rezoning for 23 apartment units at 520 18 Street South)
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6321 (Sherring Business and Industrial Area Structure Plan amendment)

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for September 2, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The notice was issued by Chair B.A. Crowson on August 25, 2021. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Audit Standing Policy Committee

The City of Lethbridge Audit Committee's regularly scheduled meeting of September 1, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The notice of cancellation was issued by Chair S.R. Miyashiro on August 25, 2021. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

Lethbridge City Council meets publicly on August 24, 2021, after a closed session. The agenda includes presentations on the Lethbridge & District Exhibition's financials and streamlining budget processes, plus several land use and zoning bylaws for second and third reading. Council will also consider tax cancellation requests, a transit fare collection system replacement, and the selection process for deputy and acting mayors.

• Bylaw 6291 to repeal Bylaw 6129 and remove Bentley Block's municipal historic resource designation
• Bylaw 6326 - Utility Deferral Adjustment - Electricity
• Tax cancellation request for 11 Trent Road West
• Lethbridge Transit Fare Collection System Replacement
• Bylaw 6299 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 2500 Westside Drive W (West Lethbridge Employment Centre)

City Council approved a streamlined operating and capital budget process, reallocated $450,000 from Transit Lifecycle Funds for a new fare collection system, and adopted new rules for industrial land sales to discourage speculation. Council also cancelled public hearings for a withdrawn rezoning application, approved a $90,023.56 one-time funding request for the Lethbridge Housing Authority (referred to Administration for two weeks), and approved a partial tax refund of $1,065.26 for a fire-damaged property. Several bylaws received second and third readings, and closed-session items included an extension for a land purchase agreement and a delay of paid parking at the ENMAX Centre until fall 2022.

• Approved streamlined operating and capital budget process (unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 reallocation for transit fare collection system (7-2)
• Adopted new industrial land sales policy to discourage speculation (unanimous)
• Cancelled public hearings for Bylaws 6275 and 6276 after applicant withdrawal (unanimous)
• Referred Lethbridge Housing Authority funding request to Administration for two weeks (unanimous)
• Approved partial tax refund of $1,065.26 for 11 Trent Road West (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation declaring October 4 as Sisters in Spirit Day (8-1)
• Approved extension of Royop land purchase agreement to Dec 31, 2025 (unanimous)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where Lethbridge City Council will hear presentations and public submissions on four land-use bylaw amendments. The applicant has withdrawn two applications (Bylaws 6275 and 6276), so those hearings may be cancelled. The remaining items are Bylaw 6290 (310-12 Street South) and Bylaw 6299 (2500 Westside Dr. W).

• Bylaw 6290: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: 310-12 Street South
• Bylaw 6299: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: 2500 Westside Dr. W (West Lethbridge Employment Centre)
• Bylaw 6275: Amendment to Bylaw 3899 (Railway Relocation Lands Area Redevelopment Plan) - withdrawn
• Bylaw 6276: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: 802 2A Avenue North - withdrawn
• Correspondence received for Bylaws 6299, 6275, and 6276

The meeting was a public hearing only, with no decisions made. Council heard a presentation on Bylaw 6290, which would allow converting a commercial unit to residential use at 310 - 12 Street South, and one person spoke on it. Council also heard a presentation on Bylaw 6299, which would allow a lumberyard as an interim land use at 2500 Westside Dr. W, with no public speakers. Both hearings were declared closed by the Mayor.

• Declared public hearing for Bylaw 6290 closed
• Declared public hearing for Bylaw 6299 closed

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where Lethbridge City Council will hear presentations on three bylaws: Bylaw 6296 (Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw) and Bylaws 6297 and 6298 (Land Use Bylaw amendments for properties in Southbrook). No decisions are made at this hearing; it is an opportunity for public input before council votes.

• Bylaw 6296 - Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw
• Bylaw 6297 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 3105 44 Street South, 4310 24 Avenue South (Southbrook Phase 2)
• Bylaw 6298 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 4302 24 Avenue South, 4310 24 Avenue South (Southbrook Phases 5 & 6)

The public hearing was held for three bylaws: Bylaw 6296 (Clean Energy Improvement), Bylaw 6297 (rezoning at 3105 44 Street South and 4310 24 Avenue South), and Bylaw 6298 (rezoning at 4302 and 4310 24 Avenue South). No members of the public spoke on any item, and the Mayor declared each hearing closed. No decisions were made during the hearing; the items were only presented and discussed.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 6296 (Clean Energy Improvement) held; no public input; hearing closed
• Public hearing for Bylaw 6297 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Southbrook Phase 2) held; no public input; hearing closed
• Public hearing for Bylaw 6298 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Southbrook Phases 5 & 6) held; no public input; hearing closed

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting publicly on August 10, 2021, with a heavy agenda of consent items, including first readings of numerous land use bylaws and 17 borrowing bylaws for infrastructure projects like water, wastewater, and road upgrades. Council will also hear presentations on the YQL airport business plan and the Lethbridge Airport Committee governance, plus submissions on a tax cancellation request and the Peenaquim Disc Golf Course. Several bylaws are up for second and third reading, including the Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw and land use amendments for Southbrook phases.

• 17 borrowing bylaws (6306-6319) for Waste & Recycling Centre, water/wastewater plant upgrades, and road projects like North Scenic Drive and Walsh Drive
• Land use bylaw amendments for 4403 & 4505 24 Ave S, 3401 26 Avenue N, 539 & 520 18 Street South, and Southbrook Phases 2, 5 & 6
• Bylaw 6296 Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw for second and third reading
• Presentation on YQL Business Plan 2021-2024 by Modalis Infrastructure Partners
• Tax cancellation request for Lethbridge & Region Community Housing Corporation

City Council approved a consent agenda that included first reading for 25 borrowing and land-use bylaws, covering projects like the Waste & Recycling Centre, water and wastewater treatment upgrades, and road extensions. Council also gave final readings to the Procedure Bylaw, Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw, and two Southbrook land-use amendments. A motion to postpone the Airport Committee governance report was defeated, and the council instead adopted Option #1 to manage the airport as a city department.

• Approved consent agenda with 25 bylaws for first reading (5-2, Hyggen and Mauro opposed)
• Adopted Airport Committee governance Option #1 (manage as city department) (7-1, Mauro opposed)
• Postponed Lethbridge Housing Authority tax cancellation request to Aug 24 (unanimous)
• Seconded AUMA resolution for regional centre funding (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Procedure Bylaw 6250 (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw 6296 (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Land Use Bylaw 6297 (Southbrook Phase 2) (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Land Use Bylaw 6298 (Southbrook Phases 5 & 6) (unanimous)

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting to handle a mix of routine approvals, land-use bylaw amendments, and two notable items: a proposed ballot question about a third bridge and an amendment to the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program for the Lethbridge Airport renovation. The agenda also includes several land-use rezonings and a road-closing bylaw for second and third reading.

• Question on the Ballot - Third Bridge (item 6.2)
• Amendment to 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program D-6 Lethbridge Airport Renovation (item 5.1)
• Bylaw 6276 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 802 2A Avenue North
• Bylaw 6290 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 310 - 12 Street South
• Bylaw 6299 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 2500 Westside Drive W (West Lethbridge Employment Centre)

Council approved adding $100,000 to the 2021 Parks budget from the Municipal Revenue Stabilization Reserve to address resident complaints, but defeated a separate $404,500 increase for 2022. Council also approved placing a non-binding question about a third bridge on the October 2021 election ballot, and approved several land-use bylaws and funding items.

• Approved $100,000 to 2021 Parks budget from MRSR (5-4)
• Defeated $404,500 to 2022 Parks budget from MRSR (3-6)
• Approved third bridge question for Oct 18, 2021 election ballot (6-3)
• Approved $2.816M Digital Customer Service Program (unanimous)
• Approved airport CIP amendment with $6,641,700 ACAP grant (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 6128 (Blackwolf 2) land use amendment, 2nd and 3rd reading (8-0)
• Approved Bylaw 6301 road closing, 2nd and 3rd reading (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda with first reading for 5 bylaws (7-2)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where Lethbridge City Council will hear presentations on two bylaws. The first is a land use bylaw amendment for 2200 44 Avenue N (Blackwolf 2), and the second is a bylaw to close a certain road. No decisions are made at this hearing; it is for public input and presentations.

• Bylaw 6128: Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 2200 44 Avenue N (Blackwolf 2)
• Bylaw 6301: A Bylaw to Provide for the Closing of Certain Road
• Presentations by Tyson Boylan (Senior Community Planner) and Donald Tse (Corporate Land Administrator)

The public hearing on July 27, 2021, considered two proposed bylaws: Bylaw 6128 (rezoning for Blackwolf 2) and Bylaw 6301 (road closure on 4th Avenue North). No public speakers came forward for either item, and the hearing was closed. No decisions were made at this hearing; the items will proceed to council for further action.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 6128 (rezoning) closed with no speakers
• Public hearing for Bylaw 6301 (road closure) closed with no speakers

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss several governance items, including a new procedure bylaw, updates on the council work plan and operational review, and a digital customer service program. The committee will also consider motions regarding full-time councillors and receive a verbal update on council orientation training.

• Presentation on Digital Customer Service (DiCE) Program
• New Procedure Bylaw review
• Council Work Plan Update - June 2021
• Operational Review Implementation Plan Update
• Motions N-93 and N-94 regarding full-time councillors

The Governance Standing Policy Committee recommended City Council approve the DiCE Program with a maximum funding of $2.816 million from Corporate Systems Lifecycle. It also recommended Council adopt the new Procedure Bylaw #6250, with third reading by September 7, 2021, and repeal Council Policy #CC46. The committee postponed the Council Work Plan update and recommended no further action on initiatives N-93 and N-94 regarding full-time councillors. It also recommended moving the Advocacy Session to November 1, 2021, and entered a closed meeting to discuss the Chief Administrative Officer review, keeping that discussion confidential.

• Recommended approval of DiCE Program with $2.816M funding (carried)
• Recommended adoption of Procedure Bylaw #6250 and repeal of CC46 (carried)
• Postponed Council Work Plan update to next meeting (carried)
• Received Operational Review Implementation Plan for information (carried)
• Recommended no further action on N-93 and N-94 (carried)
• Received Elected Officials Education Program for information (carried)
• Recommended moving Advocacy Session to Nov 1, 2021 (carried)
• Entered closed meeting for CAO review and kept discussion confidential (carried)

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting publicly on July 13, 2021, with a closed session beforehand. The agenda includes presentations on transit engagement and a disc golf course, submissions on a joint venture policy and organizational review, and a ballot question on the ward system. Several items are on the consent agenda, including land use bylaw amendments for Southbrook phases.

• Bylaw 6297: Land Use Bylaw amendment for 3105 44 Street South and 4310 24 Avenue South (Southbrook Phase 2)
• Bylaw 6298: Land Use Bylaw amendment for 4302 24 Avenue South and 4310 24 Avenue South (Southbrook Phases 5 & 6)
• Presentation on Lethbridge Transit cityLINK engagement results
• Presentation on Peenaquim Park Disc Golf course
• Question on the ballot regarding ward system

Council approved the implementation of the cityLINK transit network on August 25, 2021, including engagement modifications. It also approved placing a non-binding ward system question on the October 18, 2021 municipal election ballot. Additionally, Council approved two Canada Community Revitalization Fund grant applications, a joint venture policy, and several land transactions in closed session.

• Approved cityLINK transit network implementation for Aug 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved placing ward system question on Oct 18, 2021 election ballot (7-1)
• Approved CCRF grant applications for Casa Community Arts Centre and Galt Gardens playground (6-1)
• Approved Joint Venture Policy (unanimous)
• Approved LSCO lease cancellation of $102,112.50 from MRSR (7-1)
• Approved land purchase of 7.378 acres at 5050 10 St W for $405,790 (unanimous)
• Approved land sale of 7,108 sq ft at 3010 11 Ave S for $35,540 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including first reading of Bylaws 6296, 6297, 6298 (unanimous)

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting to decide on several items, most notably whether to repeal the temporary mandatory face-covering bylaw (Bylaw 6239) and to give final readings to land-use and area redevelopment plans. The consent agenda bundles routine approvals, including minutes, a procurement report, and a transportation safety plan. Council will also hear presentations on a municipal stimulus program update and masking information from Alberta Health Services.

• Repeal of Bylaw 6239, the temporary mandatory face-covering bylaw
• Third reading of Bylaw 6265, amendments to the Municipal Development Plan
• Third reading of Bylaw 6236, Westminster Area Redevelopment Plan adoption
• Second and third reading of Bylaw 6289, land-use amendment for 2604 & 2702 34 Street North (Sherring Business and Industrial Park)
• Consent agenda includes 2021 Community Capital Project Grant recommendations and a procurement summary report for May 2021

City Council gave all three readings to Bylaw 6302, repealing the temporary mandatory face covering bylaw (Bylaw 6239), effective July 1, 2021, aligning with provincial Stage 3. The vote was 8-1, with only Acting Mayor Crowson opposed. Council also approved several other items, including a $4,500 membership with the Highway 3 Twinning Development Association and a land use bylaw amendment for 2604 & 2702 34 Street North.

• Repealed Bylaw 6239 (Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings) via Bylaw 6302, all three readings, 8-1
• Approved redistribution of Municipal Stimulus Program surplus funding (Option B), including $10,353,000 for airport renovation and $1,710,000 for Festival Square Market Plaza, 6-3
• Approved donation of a 2010 ARBOC Low-Floor Paratransit Bus to Green Acres Foundation, unanimous
• Approved $4,500 annual membership with Highway 3 Twinning Development Association, unanimous
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6289 (Land Use Amendment for 2604 & 2702 34 Street North), unanimous
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 6265 (Municipal Development Plan), 7-2
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 6236 (Westminster Area Redevelopment Plan), 8-1
• Added a Governance Standing Policy Committee meeting on July 15, 2021, unanimous

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing meeting where Lethbridge City Council will hear presentations and public submissions on three bylaws: Bylaw 6289 (land use amendment for 2604 & 2702 34 Street N in Sherring Business and Industrial Park), Bylaw 6265 (adoption of the Municipal Development Plan), and Bylaw 6236 (adoption of the Westminster Area Redevelopment Plan). No decisions are made at this hearing; it is for gathering input.

• Bylaw 6289: Land Use Bylaw amendment for 2604 & 2702 34 Street N (Sherring Business and Industrial Park)
• Bylaw 6265: Municipal Development Plan adoption
• Bylaw 6236: Westminster Area Redevelopment Plan adoption
• Correspondence received re: Bylaw 6236

The City Council held a public hearing on June 29, 2021, for three bylaws: Bylaw 6289 (Land Use Bylaw amendment for 2604 & 2702 34 Street N), Bylaw 6265 (Municipal Development Plan adoption), and Bylaw 6236 (Westminster Area Redevelopment Plan adoption). No public speakers addressed the first two items, but one individual spoke on Bylaw 6236. The hearing was closed after presentations and submissions.

• Closed public hearing for Bylaw 6289 after no public responses
• Closed public hearing for Bylaw 6265 after no public responses
• Closed public hearing for Bylaw 6236 after one public speaker
• Received correspondence regarding Bylaw 6236

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for June 24, 2021, has been cancelled at the request of the Chair. City Council will debate adding a Governance Standing Policy Committee meeting for July 15, 2021, at its June 29, 2021 meeting. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting of June 24, 2021 cancelled at Chair's request
• Council to debate adding a Governance Standing Policy Committee meeting for July 15, 2021

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to receive presentations and reports on several economic development and financial items. These include Atrum Coal's Elan Project, the Clean Energy Improvement Program, updates from Economic Development Lethbridge and Opportunity Lethbridge, and Lethbridge Land's annual report and work plan. The committee will also discuss a proposed Joint Venture Policy and a financial framework for the snow reserve, plus a confidential item on airport governance.

• Presentation by Atrum Coal on the Elan Project
• Clean Energy Improvement Program report and Bylaw 6296
• Economic Development Lethbridge Q2 2021 update
• Opportunity Lethbridge Q1 2021 quarterly report
• Lethbridge Land 2021–2024 work plan and project expenditures

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee met on June 23, 2021, and made several recommendations to City Council. It recommended approving a Clean Energy Improvement Program by adopting Bylaw 6296, and also recommended approving a Joint Venture Policy. The committee received informational presentations from Atrum Coal, Economic Development Lethbridge, and Opportunity Lethbridge, and recommended approving the Lethbridge Land 2021-2024 Work Plan. It also recommended continuing the snow reserve financial framework and proceeding with a confidential option for the Airport Governance Review.

• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw 6296 for Clean Energy Improvement Program (carried)
• Recommended Council approve Joint Venture Policy (carried)
• Recommended Council approve Lethbridge Land 2021-2024 Work Plan and Project Expenditures (carried)
• Recommended Council continue snow reserve funding practice and direct operational improvements (carried)
• Recommended Council proceed with confidential option for Airport Governance Review (carried, 6-2 opposed)
• Received Atrum Coal Elan Project presentation as information (carried)
• Received Economic Development Lethbridge Q2 2021 update as information (carried)
• Received Opportunity Lethbridge Q1 2021 and Lethbridge Land annual report as information (carried)

Audit Standing Policy Committee

The Audit Committee met on June 18, 2021, and approved the minutes of the June 9 meeting and the agenda. It then moved into a closed session to discuss confidential items (BAU process, internal control reviews, policy review, and a private session with auditors) under FOIP sections 23 and 24. After the closed session, the committee voted to keep those discussions and documents confidential and to proceed with the confidential direction given. The meeting adjourned at 2:27 PM until September 1, 2021.

• Adopted the minutes of the June 9, 2021 Audit Committee meeting as presented.
• Adopted the agenda for the June 18, 2021 meeting, including all communications.
• Entered a closed session at 2:05 PM to discuss confidential matters under FOIP sections 23 and 24.
• Adjourned the closed session at 2:25 PM.
• Directed that closed meeting discussions, reports, and documents remain confidential under FOIP sections 23 and 24.
• Resolved to proceed with the confidential direction provided during the closed session.
• Adjourned the public meeting at 2:27 PM until September 1, 2021.

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear presentations and discuss several items, including a bylaw to remove the Bentley Block's municipal historic resource designation, YMCA and Galt Museum operations, and community grant recommendations. They will also receive updates on various initiatives and advisory committees.

• Bylaw 6291 to repeal Bylaw 6129 and remove Bentley Block historic designation
• 2021 Community Capital Project Grant recommendations
• Extension to temporary changes to Policy CC56 Fee Assistance Policy
• Affordable and Social Housing Capital Project Grant Policy
• YMCA of Lethbridge report on Cor Van Raay YMCA at ATB Centre

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee recommended City Council approve 15 community capital projects totaling $820,183.77, funded by $450,000 from the annual budget and $370,183.77 from previously unused funds. It also recommended extending temporary changes to the Fee Assistance Policy (CC56) to December 31, 2021, and approving the Affordable/Social Housing Capital Grant Policy (CC49) with an amendment allowing administration to approve funding of $300,000 or less. The committee received reports on the YMCA, Galt Museum, Indigenous relations, and Community Well-Being and Safety Strategy, and referred Bylaw 6291 (removing Bentley Block historic designation) to administration for return to Council on July 13, 2021.

• Approved minutes of May 20, 2021 and received Status of Initiatives as information.
• Adopted agenda with addition of Item 7.1 (Community Services Administration Status Update).
• Received YMCA of Lethbridge report on Cor Van Raay YMCA operations for information.
• Recommended City Council receive Galt Museum & Archives Strategic Plan as information.
• Referred Bylaw 6291 (repeal Bentley Block historic designation) to administration, return to Council July 13, 2021.
• Recommended City Council approve 15 community capital projects totaling $820,183.77, with funding sources as specified.
• Recommended City Council extend Fee Assistance Policy (CC56) changes to December 31, 2021.
• Recommended City Council approve Affordable/Social Housing Capital Grant Policy (CC49) as amended, allowing administration to approve funding of $300,000 or less.

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for Bylaw 6277, which proposes an amendment to Bylaw 5798, the West Lethbridge Employment Centre Area Structure Plan. The hearing will include a presentation by Senior Community Planner Tyson Boylan. No decision is being made at this hearing; it is an opportunity for public input.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 6277 - amendment to Bylaw 5798 (West Lethbridge Employment Centre Area Structure Plan)
• Presentation by Tyson Boylan, RPP, MCIP, Senior Community Planner
• Online and recorded presentations allowed (5-minute limit)
• Meeting held in Council Chamber, City of Lethbridge

Council held a public hearing on Bylaw 6277, which would amend the West Lethbridge Employment Centre Area Structure Plan to allow more interim land uses at 270 University Drive West. Presentations were made by the planner and applicant, and two residents spoke. The hearing was closed, but no decision was made at this meeting.

• Closed the public hearing for Bylaw 6277 after receiving presentations and public input
• No vote or decision was taken on Bylaw 6277 during this hearing

City Council

Lethbridge City Council meets publicly on June 15, 2021, after a closed session, to consider several items including a proposal to repeal the temporary mandatory face coverings bylaw, a strategy for Indigenous place-making, and electronic voting for the 2025 municipal election. Council will also receive updates on the Festival Square Market Plaza construction tender, the 2021-2022 operating budget review, and a request for unclaimed found money. Bylaws for second and third reading include an amendment to the West Lethbridge Employment Centre Area Structure Plan and designating the Lanz Residence as a municipal historic resource.

• Repeal of Bylaw 6239 (temporary mandatory face coverings)
• Electronic voting for 2025 municipal elections
• Indigenous Place-Making Strategy
• Bylaw 6277: Amendment to West Lethbridge Employment Centre Area Structure Plan
• Bylaw 6279: Designate Lanz Residence (721-3 Street South) as municipal historic resource

City Council approved advancing the Indigenous Place-Making Strategy by moving its start year to 2021 and funding it from the Major Capital Projects Reserve, with a public spaces audit due by February 28, 2022. Council also approved the sale of 21.32 acres at 3401-26 Avenue to Sumus Property Group for $4,903,600, with terms including deposits and a repurchase option. Additionally, Council referred the Festival Square Market Plaza funding and construction decision to Administration for further feedback, and approved the 2021 Council Orientation and Transition Program with amendments.

• Approved advancing the Indigenous Place-Making Strategy to 2021 with funding from the Major Capital Projects Reserve.
• Approved the land sale of 21.32 acres at 3401-26 Avenue to Sumus Property Group for $4,903,600.
• Referred the Festival Square Market Plaza funding and construction to Administration for further feedback.
• Approved the 2021 Council Orientation and Transition Program with amendments to the Advocacy and Financial Planning sessions.
• Authorized David Kunst to receive $200 in unclaimed found money and directed Administration to propose a bylaw amendment for future claims under $5,000.
• Approved forwarding a resolution to the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association to advocate for electronic voting in the 2025 municipal elections.
• Directed Administration to present a bylaw repealing the Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw after Stage 3 of Alberta's Open for Summer Plan is announced (motion defeated).
• Approved Bylaw 6279 designating the Lanz Residence at 721-3 Street South as a Municipal Historic Resource.

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

This is the agenda for the Lethbridge Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee meeting on June 10, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders; no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Audit Standing Policy Committee

The Audit Committee met and approved the minutes of the March 31, 2021 meeting and the agenda. The committee then entered a closed session to discuss confidential matters, including audit processes and internal control reviews, and voted to keep those discussions and documents confidential. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda for June 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 1:36 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourned closed session at 3:10 PM (unanimous)
• Kept closed session discussions and documents confidential (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:15 PM (unanimous)

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

The Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear presentations on several infrastructure and service items, including the City of Lethbridge Transportation Safety Plan, functional planning for 5 Avenue N and 13 Street, waste collection efficiencies, and an annual report on waste diversion. The committee will also receive updates on Dutch Elm Disease and Lethbridge Transit's cityLINK engagement, and consider a submission on roundabout planning guidelines. No votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of presentations and a submission.

• Transportation Safety Plan presentation
• 5 Avenue N and 13 Street functional planning and design
• Waste Collection Efficiencies - Cart Relocation Project update
• ICI and C&D Waste Diversion Implementation Strategy 2020 Annual Report
• Creation of Roundabout Planning and Application Guideline

The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee approved several recommendations to City Council, including adopting the Transportation Safety Plan and the 5 Avenue N and 13 Street Functional Planning and Design Study. It also received updates on waste collection efficiencies, waste diversion, Dutch elm disease, and transit engagement. All items were approved by general consent.

• Recommended City Council adopt Transportation Safety Plan (general consent)
• Recommended City Council consider dedicated Transportation Safety resources in next budget (general consent)
• Recommended City Council adopt 5 Avenue N and 13 Street Functional Planning and Design Study (general consent)
• Recommended City Council refer study recommendations to future Capital Improvement Programs (general consent)
• Recommended City Council receive Waste Collection Efficiencies – Cart Relocation Project Update (general consent)
• Recommended City Council receive ICI and C&D Waste Diversion Implementation Strategy 2020 Annual Report (general consent)
• Received Dutch Elm Disease Update June 2021 for information (general consent)
• Received Lethbridge Transit cityLINK Engagement presentation for information (general consent)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for Bylaw 6287, a Land Use Bylaw amendment for properties at 1025 30 St W and 1 Abitibi Rd W, known as Garry Station. The meeting includes a presentation by Senior Community Planner Tyson Boylan. No decision is noted in the agenda; it is a hearing for public input.

• Bylaw 6287 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 1025 30 St W & 1 Abitibi Rd W (Garry Station)
• Presentation by Tyson Boylan, RPP, MCIP Senior Community Planner
• Public submissions accepted online, in-person, or via recorded voice (5 min limit)

The public hearing was held for Bylaw 6287, a Land Use Bylaw amendment affecting sites at 1025 30 St W and 1 Abitibi Rd W (Garry Station). The amendment would change land use classifications on several sites to allow single detached homes with secondary suites on some sites and restrict them on others. No members of the public spoke during the hearing, and the Mayor declared the hearing closed. No decision was made at this hearing.

• Held public hearing for Bylaw 6287 (Land Use Bylaw amendment for Garry Station)
• No public speakers came forward during the hearing
• Mayor declared the public hearing closed

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting to consider the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program, including recommendations from the Economic Standing Policy Committee and projects slated for 2026. Council will also hear a presentation on electric energy procurement for city facilities (2023-2026), receive an update on the Alberta Coal Policy submission, and vote on second/third reading of two bylaws: one amending development fees and safety codes permit fees, and one land-use amendment for the Garry Station area. Several items are on the consent agenda, including a historic resource designation and a land-use amendment for the Sherring Business and Industrial Park.

• 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) review and recommendations
• Electric energy procurement for 2023-2026 for city facilities
• Bylaw 6262: amendments to Development Fees and Charges Bylaw 5197 and Safety Codes Permit Bylaw 6110 (2nd/3rd reading)
• Bylaw 6287: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: 1025 30 Street West & 1 Abitibi Road West (Garry Station) (2nd/3rd reading)
• Bylaw 6279: designation of Lanz Residence, 721-3 Street South, as a Municipal Historic Resource

City Council adopted the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as recommended by the Economic Standing Policy Committee, with the exclusion of E-11 Sustainability Enhancements. The motion carried 7-2. Council also gave final approval to Bylaw 6262 (development fees and charges amendments) and Bylaw 6287 (land use amendment for Garry Station), and supported a proposed Alberta Coal Restriction Policy.

• Adopted 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program, excluding E-11 Sustainability Enhancements (7-2)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 6262 (Development Fees and Charges amendments) (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 6287 (Land Use Bylaw amendment for Garry Station) (8-1)
• Authorized RFSQ for electric energy procurement for 2023-2026 (unanimous)
• Supported proposed Alberta Coal Restriction Policy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including first reading of Bylaw 6279 (historic designation) and Bylaw 6289 (land use amendment) (unanimous)
• Directed administration to negotiate agreement with Japanese Garden Society to operate new community centre (unanimous)
• Authorized sending draft water/wastewater agreements to Town of Coalhurst (unanimous)

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss several administrative and governance items, including a planning documents framework, a facilitated session on performance measurement and management, the 2021 council orientation and transition program, an operational review implementation plan update, and a council work plan monthly update. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Presentation by Graeme Woods on Planning Documents Framework to improve alignment between plans
• Facilitated session on Performance Measurement and Management led by Tony Vanden Heuvel
• 2021 Council Orientation and Transition Program submission by City Clerk Bonnie Hilford
• Operational Review Implementation Plan Update by Asset Manager Blair Richter
• Council Work Plan Monthly Update for May 2021 by Gerald Gauthier

The Governance Standing Policy Committee approved the April 22, 2021 minutes and received the Status of Initiatives, with an amendment to have Administration update Initiatives N-93 and N-94 at the June 24 meeting. The committee also adopted the agenda, received presentations on planning documents and performance measurement, recommended Council adopt the 2021 Council Orientation and Transition Program, and received updates on the Operational Review Implementation Plan and Council Work Plan. All items were carried, with one vote opposed on the amendment.

• Approved April 22, 2021 minutes and received Status of Initiatives (carried)
• Amendment to update Initiatives N-93 and N-94 at June 24 meeting (carried, 3-1)
• Adopted agenda as presented (carried)
• Received Planning Alignment Framework Initiative for information (carried)
• Received Performance Measurement Management presentation for information (carried)
• Recommended Council adopt 2021 Council Orientation and Transition Program (carried)
• Received Operational Review Implementation Plan for information (carried)
• Recommended Council receive Council Work Plan Monthly Update – May 2021 (carried)

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to consider its consent agenda, hear a public submission on the cat bylaw, and receive updates on the overdose crisis and the Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions listed for a vote.

• Public submission by J Russomanno re: Cat Bylaw
• Submission by Lori Hatfield, Moms Stop The Harm, re: Overdose Crisis
• Verbal update by Michael Fox, Director of Community Services, re: Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy
• Approval of April 8, 2021 minutes

The Community Safety Standing Policy Committee met on May 26, 2021, and approved the minutes from April 8, 2021, and the meeting agenda. The committee received three presentations/reports as information: a public submission on the Cat Bylaw, a submission from Moms Stop the Harm on the overdose crisis, and an update on the Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy. No substantive decisions were made; all items were procedural or informational.

• Approved April 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted May 26, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Received Cat Bylaw public submission as information (unanimous)
• Received Moms Stop the Harm overdose crisis submission as information (unanimous)
• Received Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy update as information (unanimous)

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee recommended City Council approve up to $447,748 in homelessness funding for the Family Ties Association's revised Permanent Supportive Housing Program (July 2021–March 2022). The committee also received the Lethbridge Public Library 2020 annual report, a Canada Day update, and a verbal update on the Community Well-Being and Safety Strategy. All votes were unanimous (3-0, with one absence).

• Recommended $447,748 for Family Ties housing program (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2021 (3-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (3-0)
• Received library annual report for information (3-0)
• Received Canada Day update for information (3-0)
• Received CWSS verbal update for information (3-0)
• Entered closed session for confidential item (3-0)
• Kept closed session discussion confidential and forwarded to City Council (3-0)

City Council

Council approved the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) recommendations, including amendments to fund Project E-7 (Waste & Recycling Curbside Organics Collection) with $10,629,000 in unrestricted grant funding instead of borrowing, and to allocate $5 million from available CIP funding to increase affordable housing supply. The CIP items were postponed to June 1, 2021, but the amendments were approved. Council also directed the City Manager to plan a four-year operating and capital budget cycle, approved a micro-mobility (e-scooter) pilot, adopted the Urban Forest Management Plan, approved land sales to Alberta Social Housing Corporation and ATCO Gas, combined urban core incentive funds with an additional $2 million, adopted a Memorandum with Kainai/Blood Tribe, endorsed the 988 crisis line, and gave second reading to Bylaw 6265 (Municipal Development Plan) with amendments. In closed session, Council approved waiving the 2021 lease for the Lethbridge Curling Club ($119,300).

• Approved 2022-2031 CIP with $10,629,000 grant for organics collection (6-3)
• Approved $5 million for affordable housing from CIP (7-2)
• Approved E-11 Sustainability Enhancements (6-2, Parker absent)
• Postponed CIP items to June 1, 2021 (8-1)
• Directed City Manager to plan four-year budget cycle (8-0, Miyashiro absent)
• Approved micro-mobility (e-scooter) pilot (unanimous)
• Adopted Urban Forest Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved land sales to Alberta Social Housing Corp ($6,545) and ATCO Gas ($935) (unanimous)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic Standing Policy Committee recommended Council approve the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget, including numerous funded projects across transportation, utilities, and community sectors. The committee also recommended reserving $10M in matching funds and adding several community projects to the plan. A motion to postpone CIP deliberations to after November 1, 2021 was defeated.

• Recommended 2022-2031 CIP budget to Council (7-2)
• Reserved $10M in matching funds for future projects (unanimous)
• Approved E-7 Curbside Organics Collection (4-4, carried)
• Approved operating projects with tax impacts (7-2)
• Approved E-11 Sustainability Enhancements (8-0)
• Added Parks Asset Management to CIP (7-2)
• Added Fire Station #3 relocation with $4.848M for land/study (8-0)
• Capped Performing Arts Centre contribution at $75M (6-2)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to review the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including historical funding, engagement results, project scoring, and the draft budget. They will also hear presentations on new school site development, school gymnasium upsizing, and Fire Station #3 relocation options. The agenda includes several supplemental information items and inquiry responses.

• 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget and project scoring
• New school site development and school gymnasium upsize proposals
• Fire Station #3 relocation options
• Pickleball CIP supplemental information and costs
• River Valley ridership study and analysis budget options

The Economic Standing Policy Committee recommended Council approve the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program, including a $10M matching funds reserve, after extensive debate and amendments. The committee also recommended adding several community projects to the plan, such as Fire Station #3 relocation, Legacy Park Pickleball Courts, and Performing Arts Centre with a $75M cap. A motion to postpone CIP deliberations to after November 1, 2021 was defeated.

• Recommended 2022-2031 CIP budget to Council (7-2)
• Approved $10M matching funds reserve (unanimous)
• Approved E-7 Curbside Organics Collection (4-4, carried)
• Approved Fire Station #3 relocation with $4.848M for land/study (unanimous)
• Approved Legacy Park Pickleball Courts up to $650,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Performing Arts Centre with $75M cap (7-1)
• Approved Electric Bus and Charging Infrastructure with $399,000 in 2022 (7-1)
• Defeated motion to postpone CIP to after Nov 1, 2021 (3-5)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including historical funding allocations, engagement results, project scoring, and the draft budget. Presentations and submissions will cover specific projects such as new school site development, school gymnasium upsizing, Fire Station #3 relocation, pickleball facilities, a river valley ridership study, and a performing arts centre. The committee will also consider inquiries and responses on topics like the Galt Gardens pickleball project and electric buses.

• Introduction to the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) with historical and current funding allocations
• New school site development and school gymnasium upsizing proposals from Opportunity Lethbridge
• Fire Station #3 relocation options
• CIP engagement results and Section D project scoring results
• 2022-2031 CIP draft budget

The Economic Standing Policy Committee recommended Council approve the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program, including numerous funded projects across transportation, utilities, and community facilities. The committee also recommended reserving $10M in matching funds, adding several community projects, and capping the Performing Arts Centre contribution at $75M. A motion to postpone CIP deliberations was defeated.

• Recommended 2022-2031 CIP to Council (7-2)
• Reserved $10M in matching funds for future projects (unanimous)
• Approved E-7 Curbside Organics Collection (4-4, carried)
• Approved operating projects with tax impacts (7-2)
• Approved E-11 Sustainability Enhancements (8-0)
• Added Parks Asset Management to CIP (7-2)
• Added Fire Station #3 relocation with $4.848M for land/study (8-0)
• Capped Performing Arts Centre contribution at $75M (6-2)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to review the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including historical funding, engagement results, project scoring, and the draft budget. They will also hear presentations on new school site development, school gymnasium upsize, and Fire Station #3 relocation options, plus supplemental information on pickleball, the Performing Arts Centre, and a river valley ridership study.

• 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget and project scoring results
• New school site development and school gymnasium upsize proposals
• Fire Station #3 relocation options
• Pickleball CIP supplemental information and costs
• River Valley Ridership Study and Analysis budget options

The Economic Standing Policy Committee recommended that City Council approve the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program, including a wide range of transportation, utility, electric, and community projects. The committee also recommended reserving $10M in matching funds, adding several community projects (e.g., Parks Asset Management, Pathway System Connections, Facility Assessment and Accessibility Upgrades, Fire Station #3 relocation, Legacy Park Pickleball Courts, Performing Arts Centre with a $75M cap, and others), and adjusting project costs and revenues for inflation. A motion to postpone CIP deliberations to after November 1, 2021 was defeated.

• Recommended 2022-2031 CIP budget to Council (7-2)
• Reserved $10M in matching funds for future projects (unanimous)
• Added Parks Asset Management to CIP (7-2)
• Added Fire Station #3 relocation with $4.848M for land/study (unanimous)
• Added Legacy Park Pickleball Courts up to $650,000 (unanimous)
• Added Performing Arts Centre with $75M cap (7-1)
• Added Electric Bus and Charging Infrastructure with $399,000 in 2022 (7-1)
• Postponement of CIP deliberations defeated (3-6)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including funding allocations, engagement results, project scoring, and the draft budget. Presentations and submissions cover new school site development, school gymnasium upsize, Fire Station #3 relocation options, pickleball and performing arts centre supplemental information, and a river valley ridership study. The committee will also consider minutes from the April 28, 2021 meeting.

• 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget and funding allocations
• New school site development and school gymnasium upsize proposals
• Fire Station #3 relocation options
• Pickleball and Performing Arts Centre CIP supplemental information
• River Valley Ridership Study and Analysis budget options

The Economic Standing Policy Committee recommended Council approve the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget, including numerous transportation, utility, electric, and community projects, with several amendments. The committee also recommended reserving $10M in matching funds, adding community projects like Parks Asset Management, Pathway System Connections, and Facility Assessment upgrades, and capping the Performing Arts Centre contribution at $75M. The recommendation will go to City Council on May 18, 2021.

• Recommended 2022-2031 CIP budget to Council (7-2)
• Reserved $10M in matching funds for future projects (unanimous)
• Approved E-7 Curbside Organics Collection (4-4, carried)
• Approved operating projects with tax impacts (7-2)
• Approved E-11 Sustainability Enhancements (8-0)
• Added Parks Asset Management to CIP (7-2)
• Capped Performing Arts Centre contribution at $75M (6-2)
• Approved Fire Station #3 relocation land purchase & study, $4.848M (8-0)

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

The Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee (also listed as Subdivision and Civic Works) is meeting to receive presentations and updates on four topics: micro-mobility (e-scooters), the Urban Forest Management Plan 2021-2041, Parks-KPMG recommendations, and the Electric Department Asset Management Project. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are presentations and status updates.

• Presentation on Micro-Mobility (E-Scooters) with public correspondence from Bird Canada and Lime Technology
• Presentation on Urban Forest Management Plan 2021-2041
• Update on Parks-KPMG Recommendations
• Update on Electric Department Asset Management Project

The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee received presentations on micro-mobility (e-scooters) and the Urban Forest Management Plan 2021-2041, and made recommendations to City Council. It recommended that the City undertake a micro-mobility pilot, and that Council approve the guiding principles, strategic goals, objectives, and priorities in the Urban Forest Management Plan. The committee also deferred the return date of the Transportation Safety Plan to June 8, 2021.

• Recommended to City Council to undertake a micro-mobility pilot (consensus)
• Recommended City Council approve the Urban Forest Management Plan 2021-2041 guiding principles, strategic goals, objectives, and priorities (carried 4-0)
• Deferred the return date of the City of Lethbridge Transportation Safety Plan to June 8, 2021 (consensus)
• Approved minutes of April 1, 2021 (consensus)
• Received Status of Initiatives for May 6, 2021 with amendment (consensus)

City Council

City Council gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6283 (2021 Downtown Business Improvement Area Tax Rate) and Bylaw 6284 (2021 Property Tax and Supplementary Property Tax Bylaw), both carried unanimously. Council also approved the consent agenda, including first reading of Bylaw 6287 (Land Use Bylaw amendment for Garry Station) and scheduling a public hearing for June 1, 2021. A presentation on operating budget resource requirements was tabled and then postponed to May 18, 2021, after motions to receive it were defeated. Council also appointed Doug Thornton to the Lethbridge Police Commission and waived public participation limits for CIP deliberations.

• Approved Bylaw 6283 - 2021 Downtown Business Improvement Area Tax Rate (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 6284 - 2021 Property Tax and Supplementary Property Tax Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including first reading of Bylaw 6287 (Garry Station land use amendment) and public hearing scheduled for June 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Tabled and then postponed operating budget presentation to May 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Doug Thornton to Lethbridge Police Commission (unanimous)
• Waived public participation to written submissions for CIP deliberations at Economic SPC meetings May 10-14, 2021 (unanimous)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee met and received several presentations and reports as information, including updates on the Lethbridge and District Exhibition construction, the Performing Arts Centre design, the Civic Common Comprehensive Site Plan, the Warehouse District Area Redevelopment Plan, and the Community CIP 2022-2031 projects. The committee also entered a closed session to discuss confidential matters and directed that those discussions remain confidential. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information.

• Received update on Lethbridge and District Exhibition construction as information (carried)
• Received Performing Arts Centre design and construction report as information (carried)
• Received Civic Common Comprehensive Site Plan report as information (carried)
• Received Warehouse District Area Redevelopment Plan report as information (carried)
• Received Community CIP 2022-2031 projects report as information (carried)
• Entered closed session to discuss confidential items 6.1-6.4 (carried)
• Directed that closed session discussions on items 6.1-6.3 remain confidential (carried)
• Directed that item 6.4 remain confidential and be presented at June 23, 2021 meeting (carried)

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss routine governance matters, including an operational review implementation update, a council work plan update, and a proposed Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) hiring policy. The committee will also consider cancelling its September 23, 2021 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Operational Review Implementation Plan Update presentation by Blair Richter, Asset Manager
• Council Work Plan Monthly Update for April 2021 by Gerald Gauthier
• Proposed cancellation of September 23, 2021 Governance Standing Policy Committee meeting
• Draft CAO Recruitment Policy for discussion
• Advocacy Advisory Committee report

The Governance Standing Policy Committee approved the consent agenda, adopted the agenda, and received two informational updates: the Operational Review Implementation Plan and the Council Work Plan Update. It recommended cancelling the September 23, 2021 meeting and rescheduling to September 17, 2021. The committee referred the CAO Hiring Policy to the Chief Administrative Officer for further evaluation, with a directive to return by June 24, 2021, over one opposing vote.

• Approved March 25, 2021 minutes and received Status of Initiatives (4-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (4-0)
• Received Operational Review Implementation Plan as information (4-0)
• Received Council Work Plan Update – March 2021 as information (4-0)
• Recommended cancelling Sept 23, 2021 meeting and rescheduling to Sept 17, 2021 (4-0)
• Referred CAO Hiring Policy to CAO for evaluation, return by June 24, 2021 (3-1)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear presentations on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) proposals from several local organizations, including the Galt Museum, Police Service, Public Library, Southern Alberta Art Gallery, Pickleball Club, and École La Vérendrye. The committee will also review Community (Section D) CIP 2022-2031 projects, presented by the City Treasurer. This is a discussion and review meeting; no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation: Galt Museum capital improvement program
• Presentation: Police Master Plan capital improvement program
• Presentation: Lethbridge Public Library CIP projects
• Presentation: Southern Alberta Art Gallery capital improvement plan proposal
• Review: Community (Section D) CIP 2022-2031 projects (Day 3 of 4)

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee met on April 21, 2021, and received presentations and reports as information from the Galt Museum, Lethbridge Police Service, Lethbridge Public Library, Southern Alberta Art Gallery, Lethbridge Pickleball Club, and École La Vérendrye, along with a submission on the Community (Section D) CIP 2022-2031 projects. All items were received as information only; no funding or approvals were granted. The committee also adopted the previous minutes and the agenda, and adjourned until April 28, 2021.

• Adopted minutes of April 7, 2021 (carried)
• Adopted agenda for April 21, 2021 (carried)
• Received Galt Museum capital improvement presentation as information (carried)
• Received Police Master Plan capital improvement presentation as information (carried)
• Received Lethbridge Public Library CIP projects presentation as information (carried)
• Received Southern Alberta Art Gallery capital improvement proposal as information (carried)
• Received Lethbridge Pickleball Club public submission as information (carried)
• Received Community (Section D) CIP 2022-2031 projects report as information (carried)

Public Hearing

Lethbridge City Council is holding a public hearing to consider four bylaws: a text amendment to the Mixed Density Residential (R-M) District, a road closure, an amendment to the Land Use Bylaw, and a land-use amendment for 155 Metis Tr. W (Copperwood 2). Presentations and public submissions will be heard for each item.

• Bylaw 6263: Text amendment to the Mixed Density Residential (R-M) District
• Bylaw 6266: Closing of a certain road
• Bylaw 6269: Amendment to Bylaw 6300 (Land Use Bylaw)
• Bylaw 6273: Land Use Bylaw amendment for 155 Metis Tr. W (Copperwood 2)

The City of Lethbridge held a public hearing on April 20, 2021, to consider four bylaws: a text amendment to the Mixed Density Residential (R-M) District, a road closure for Alberta Social Housing Corporation and ATCO Gas & Pipelines, a correction to the Land Use Bylaw, and a land use amendment for live-work townhouses at 155 Metis Tr. W. No members of the public spoke on any of the items. The hearing was closed, and no decisions were made during the hearing itself.

• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6263 (R-M District text amendment); no public input
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6266 (road closure); no public input
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6269 (Land Use Bylaw corrections); no public input
• Public hearing held for Bylaw 6273 (155 Metis Tr. W live-work townhouses); no public input

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting publicly on April 20, 2021, to consider consent items, presentations, and several bylaws. Key decisions include second and third reading of bylaws related to property taxes, land use, road closures, and a face coverings bylaw. The agenda also includes reports on the 2020 annual report, a joint venture policy, and a transportation master plan visioning session.

• Bylaw 6284: 2021 Property Tax and Supplementary Property Tax Bylaw (consent agenda, first reading)
• Bylaw 6283: 2021 Downtown Business Improvement Area Tax Rate (consent agenda, first reading)
• Bylaw 6263: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: Mixed Density Residential (R-M) District (second/third reading)
• Bylaw 6273: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: 155 Metis Trail West (Copperwood 2) (second/third reading)
• Bylaw 6278: Amendment to Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw (second/third reading)

City Council approved up to $40,000 in funding from the Municipal Revenue Stabilization Reserve for a 50% matching grant (up to $1,000) to help businesses citywide with outdoor patio or parklet improvements, retroactive to January 1, 2021. The council also approved the 2020 Annual Report, a Joint Venture Policy referral, a Transportation Master Plan Vision Statement, and a Community Wellbeing Task Force. Several bylaws were passed, including amendments to the Land Use Bylaw, a road closing, and tax-related bylaws. A land sale option extension for 3401 39 Street North was approved with a 92-day extension and a $22,990 deposit.

• Approved $40,000 patio/parklet matching grant program (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 City of Lethbridge Annual Report (unanimous)
• Referred Joint Venture Policy to Administration (unanimous)
• Approved Transportation Master Plan Vision Statement (unanimous)
• Approved Community Wellbeing Task Force (unanimous)
• Gave final reading to Bylaw 6263 (R-M District text amendment) (unanimous)
• Gave final reading to Bylaw 6278 (face coverings amendment) (6-3)
• Approved 92-day extension for land sale at 3401 39 Street North (8-1)

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear updates and reports on several cultural and social matters. Items include a new community centre at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden, a monument policy review, and an update on flying Blackfoot Confederacy and Reconciliation Lethbridge flags at City Hall. The committee will also receive reports on a community event support grant and municipal block funding for the Lethbridge and Regional Community Housing Corporation.

• Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden: New Community Centre Update
• Monument Policy Review
• Update re 2019-2022 Operating Budget Initiative N-13: Blackfoot Confederacy and Reconciliation Lethbridge Flags at City Hall
• Community Event Support Grant 2019-2020 Report
• Lethbridge and Regional Community Housing Corporation (LRCHC) Municipal Block Funding

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee approved several recommendations to City Council, including naming the new Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Community Centre as 'Nikka Yuko Bunka Centre' and reviewing naming policies. It also recommended approving the Community Event Support Grant 2019-2020 Report and using uncommitted accrued interest from the Municipal Block Fund for a seniors' housing project. The committee directed a review of the Monument Policy and referred the Flag Policy to the Governance Standing Policy Committee. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Recommended naming new Nikka Yuko centre 'Nikka Yuko Bunka Centre' (4-0)
• Directed review of naming policies and processes (4-0)
• Directed review of Monument Policy CC27 (4-0)
• Referred Flag Policy CC50 to Governance Standing Policy Committee (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Community Event Support Grant 2019-2020 Report (4-0)
• Recommended using uncommitted accrued interest from Municipal Block Fund for seniors' housing (4-0)
• Received Galt Museum & Archives 2020 Annual Report as information (4-0)

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear two presentations: one on the CWSS Phase 2 initiative and one from the London Road Neighbourhood Association about rising crime in that area. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Martin Thomsen on CWSS Phase 2
• Presentation by London Road Neighbourhood Association on rising crime
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2021

The Community Safety Standing Policy Committee approved the minutes from March 11, 2021, and adopted the agenda. They received a presentation on the Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy (CWSS) Phase II and recommended that City Council use the existing CWSS Advisory Committee (Option 1) to build a governance model for implementation. They also received a presentation on rising crime in the London Road neighbourhood as information. The meeting adjourned at 3:39 p.m.

• Approved the minutes of the March 11, 2021 meeting.
• Adopted the agenda as presented.
• Received the CWSS Phase II presentation as information and recommended City Council leverage the existing CWSS Advisory Committee (Option 1) for a governance model.
• Received the London Road Neighbourhood Association presentation on rising crime as information.
• Adjourned the meeting until May 26, 2021.

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Subdivision and Economic Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear presentations on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Section D projects for 2022-2031, covering fire/EMS, public safety communications, facility services, cemetery services, recreation and culture, and transit. The committee will also receive a presentation on the Energy Conservation Master Plan and Strategy. The meeting includes confidential items on human resources, a performing arts centre update, and two COVID-19 relief requests.

• Energy Conservation Master Plan & Strategy presentation
• Fire/EMS Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects
• Public Safety Communications Centre alternate CIP project
• Community (Section D) CIP 2022-2031 projects, day 2 of 4
• Confidential items: HR matter, Performing Arts Centre update, two COVID-19 relief requests

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee received several informational presentations on capital projects and the Energy Conservation Master Plan. In closed session, it recommended Council approve two COVID-19 relief requests: a waiver/cancellation of up to $35,760 in rent for 12 regular season games, and a waiver/cancellation of $35,500 in lease payments for December 2020 to March 2021, both funded from the Municipal Revenue Stabilization Reserve. The committee also directed that closed meeting discussions remain confidential.

• Adopted minutes of March 24, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Received Energy Conservation Master Plan & Strategy as information (unanimous)
• Received Fire/EMS CIP presentation as information (unanimous)
• Received Public Safety Communications Centre CIP presentation as information (unanimous)
• Received Facility Services CIP presentation as information (unanimous)
• Received Cemetery Services CIP presentation as information (unanimous)
• Recommended Council approve COVID-19 rent waiver up to $35,760 for 12 games (7-0, Hyggen conflicted, Miyashiro absent)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for Bylaw 6270, a land use bylaw amendment regarding 2425 30 Street West (Copperwood 2). The City of Lethbridge Council will hear a presentation from the Senior Community Planner and receive public input before deciding on the amendment.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 6270 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 2425 30 Street West (Copperwood 2)
• Presentation by Tyson Boylan, Senior Community Planner

The public hearing was held for Bylaw 6270, a proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment to change the land use classification of 2425 30 Street West from Comprehensively Planned Low-Density Residential (R-CL) to Future Urban Development (FUD), in line with provincial regulations restricting development near a natural gas well. The hearing was closed at 4:11 P.M. No decision was made during the hearing; it was a procedural step for public input.

• Held public hearing for Bylaw 6270 (Land Use Bylaw amendment for 2425 30 Street West)
• Closed public hearing at 4:11 P.M.

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting on April 6, 2021, to consider a consent agenda that includes several bylaws, such as an amendment to the temporary mandatory face coverings bylaw, a pre-authorized tax installment pre-payment plan, and the 2021 Downtown Business Improvement Area tax bylaw. The council will also hear reports on fees and charges, the face covering bylaw extension, and discuss an AUMA resolution on national early learning and care, as well as council remuneration. A land use bylaw amendment for 2425 30 Street West is scheduled for second and third reading.

• Bylaw 6278 - Amendment No. 1 to Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw
• Bylaw 6281 - Pre-Authorized Tax Installment Pre-Payment Plan
• Bylaw 6282 - 2021 Downtown Business Improvement Area Tax Bylaw
• Bylaw 6286 - Amendment to 2021 Incentives for Prepayments, Penalty and Tax Deferral Bylaw
• Bylaw 6270 - Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 2425 30 Street West (2nd/3rd reading)

Council voted 6-3 to extend the Temporary Mandatory Face Covering Bylaw (6239) to December 31, 2021, rejecting an amendment to end it May 31. Council also approved the consent agenda, including first readings of four bylaws (face coverings amendment, tax installment pre-payment, downtown BIA tax, and tax prepayment incentives). A motion to stop council pay during the September-October election period was defeated. Council approved the sale of 316 Stafford Drive South for $115,000 to 561218 Alberta Ltd.

• Extended Bylaw 6239 (Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings) to December 31, 2021 (carried 6-3).
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes, reports, and first readings of Bylaws 6278, 6281, 6282, and 6286.
• Rescinded previous direction requiring applicants to pay full print advertising costs for Part 17 applications.
• Approved AUMA resolution advocating for a National Early Learning and Care Program.
• Defeated motion to stop council remuneration from Sept. 20 to Oct. 18, 2021.
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6270 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment for 2425 30 Street West).
• Approved land sale of 316 Stafford Drive South to 561218 Alberta Ltd. for $115,000.
• Kept closed-session discussions confidential and directed administration on several confidential matters.

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for Bylaw 6265, which would adopt the Municipal Development Plan for Lethbridge. The meeting includes presentations from city planning staff and submissions of correspondence from the public received March 29 to April 1, 2021. The agenda is focused solely on this bylaw hearing, with no other business items listed.

• Public hearing on Bylaw 6265 – Municipal Development Plan Adoption
• Presentations by planning staff including Maureen Gaehring, Manager, Planning and Development
• Correspondence received March 29–April 1, 2021 re: Municipal Development Plan
• Submissions on topics including local economy, environment, housing, transportation, and arts/culture/heritage

The public hearing was held on April 1, 2021, to consider Bylaw 6265, the Municipal Development Plan adoption. Presentations and written submissions were received, and several individuals addressed Council. No decision was made at this hearing; it was adjourned at 6:31 PM.

• Held public hearing on Bylaw 6265 – Municipal Development Plan Adoption
• Received presentations from Genesis Hevia Orio and others on the draft plan
• Received written submissions from Erin Crane, Bridget Mearns, and Lonny Hoy
• Heard oral submissions from Ted Scholton, Darlene McLean, Bridget Mearns, and Perry Neufeld
• Adjourned the public hearing at 6:31 PM

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

The Subdivision and Civic Works Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear presentations on the Transportation Master Plan visioning session and the Energy Conservation Master Plan & Strategy. The committee will also consider minutes from March 4, 2021, a status update on initiatives, and follow-up information from the Parks Manager. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information.

• Transportation Master Plan visioning session presentation by Adam St. Amant
• Energy Conservation Master Plan & Strategy presentation by Mandi Parker
• Parks Manager David Ellis to provide information request follow-up
• Minutes of March 4, 2021 meeting for adoption
• Status of Initiatives report as of April 1, 2021

The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee received the Transportation Master Plan visioning presentation and recommended City Council approve the Vision Statement at its April 20, 2021 meeting. It also received the Energy Conservation Master Plan and Strategy and recommended council approve them. The committee approved the March 4, 2021 minutes and received the Status of Initiatives, deferring the Transportation Safety Plan return to May 6, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the March 4, 2021 minutes by consensus.
• Received the Status of Initiatives for information, with the Transportation Safety Plan return deferred to May 6, 2021.
• Received the Transportation Master Plan visioning presentation as information.
• Recommended City Council approve the Transportation Master Plan Vision Statement at the April 20, 2021 council meeting.
• Received the Energy Conservation Master Plan, Strategy, and presentation for information.
• Recommended City Council approve the Energy Conservation Master Plan and Strategy.
• Received the Information Request Follow Up from the Parks Manager for information.

Audit Standing Policy Committee

The Subdivision and Audit Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and approving the minutes from the March 3, 2021 meeting. The bulk of the meeting consists of confidential items, which the committee will discuss behind closed doors. These include a report from the Integrity Commissioner, a review of the draft annual financial statements, a review of the audit findings report from KPMG, a possible extension of audit services, and a discussion of internal controls and financial risks. The committee will also hold a private session between elected members and auditors.

• Review of Draft Annual Financial Statements (confidential)
• Review of Audit Findings Report - KPMG (confidential)
• Extension of Audit Services (confidential)
• Internal Controls and Financial Risks (confidential)
• Private Session between Elected Members and Auditors (confidential)

The Audit Committee met on March 31, 2021, and adopted the agenda and previous minutes. In closed session, it recommended that City Council establish an Integrity Commissioner, extend KPMG's appointment as auditors for 2021-2022 at a total estimated fee of $138,083, and approve the 2020 Annual Report. All recommendations were carried.

• Adopted the March 31, 2021 agenda as amended (adding Disposition of Surplus Items to closed session).
• Adopted the March 3, 2021 minutes as presented.
• Entered closed session to discuss confidential items under FOIP sections 23-27 and 29.
• Kept closed session discussions, reports, and documents confidential and proceeded with confidential direction.
• Recommended City Council pursue establishment of an Integrity Commissioner and proceed with implementation plan.
• Recommended City Council request KPMG to extend their appointment as auditors for 2021-2022 at a total estimated fee of $138,083.
• Recommended City Council approve the 2020 City of Lethbridge Annual Report as provided in Attachment 1.
• Adjourned the closed session at 3:45 p.m.

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for Bylaw 6265, which would adopt the Municipal Development Plan. The agenda includes presentations from planning staff and multiple submissions of correspondence from the public and Lethbridge County. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at 4:00 PM in the Council Chamber.

• Bylaw 6265 – Municipal Development Plan Adoption
• Presentations by planning staff including Maureen Gaehring, Byron Buzunis, Ross Kilgour, Shelagh Graham, Tyson Boylan, and Genesis Hevia Orio
• Correspondence from Lethbridge County
• Public submissions on topics including local economy, environment, housing, transportation, and utilities
• Online and recorded voice presentations allowed (limit 5 minutes)

The public hearing was held to receive presentations and submissions on the draft Municipal Development Plan, which outlines a vision and policies for Lethbridge's future. Written submissions were received from several organizations and individuals, and multiple people addressed Council. The hearing was adjourned until April 1, 2021, with no decisions made at this session.

• Adjourned public hearing until April 1, 2021 at 4:00 P.M.

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where Lethbridge City Council will consider adopting Bylaw 6265, the Municipal Development Plan. The agenda includes presentations from city planning staff and numerous public submissions on topics like local economy, housing, environment, and transportation. No decision is made at this hearing; it is for gathering input before council votes.

• Bylaw 6265 – Municipal Development Plan Adoption
• Presentations by planning staff (Maureen Gaehring, Byron Buzunis, Ross Kilgour, Shelagh Graham, Tyson Boylan, Genesis Hevia Orio)
• Public correspondence on local economy, housing, environment, transportation, and utilities
• Correspondence from Lethbridge County
• Submissions from residents including B. Mearns, T. Scholten, K. Connolly, and others

The public hearing on Bylaw 6265, the Municipal Development Plan, was held on March 30, 2021. Staff presented the draft plan, and written and oral submissions were received from community members and organizations. No decision was made; the hearing was adjourned to March 31, 2021 at 4:00 PM.

• Adjourned the public hearing on Bylaw 6265 until March 31, 2021 at 4:00 PM.

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where Lethbridge City Council will consider Bylaw 6265, which would adopt the city's Municipal Development Plan. The agenda includes presentations from city planning staff and numerous written submissions from residents and organizations on topics such as housing, environment, transportation, and local economy. No decision is made at this hearing; it is for gathering public input.

• Bylaw 6265 – Municipal Development Plan Adoption
• Presentations by planning staff (Maureen Gaehring, Byron Buzunis, Ross Kilgour, Shelagh Graham, Tyson Boylan, Genesis Hevia Orio)
• Correspondence from Lethbridge County and BILD Lethbridge
• Submissions on housing, environment, transportation, utilities, and local economy
• Public can make online or recorded presentations (5 min limit)

The public hearing for Bylaw 6265, the Municipal Development Plan adoption, was held on March 29, 2021. Presentations were made by city planning staff, and written and oral submissions were received from various organizations and individuals. The hearing was adjourned at 6:29 P.M. to continue on March 30 at 4:00 P.M. No decision was made on the bylaw at this hearing.

• Adjourned the public hearing for Bylaw 6265 until March 30, 2021 at 4:00 P.M.

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on several governance and operational matters. Key items include a presentation on a KPMG recommendation to evaluate outsourcing the self-administration of employee benefits and STD/LTD coverage, an overview of organizational performance, and updates on the council work plan and operational review implementation. The committee will also consider confidential items related to boards, commissions, and committees, corporate branding, and a procedure bylaw.

• KPMG recommendation to evaluate outsourcing self-administration of employee benefits and STD/LTD coverage
• Overview of Organizational Performance & Continuous Improvement
• Monthly Council Work Plan Update - March 2021
• Monthly Operational Review Implementation Plan Update
• Confidential items: Operational Review Opportunities on Boards/Commissions/Committees, Corporate Branding, Procedure Bylaw, Public Member Appointments

The Governance Standing Policy Committee received informational presentations on HR benefits outsourcing and organizational performance, and approved the consent agenda. The committee then entered closed session and unanimously passed motions to keep discussions confidential and recommend that City Council proceed with confidential directions on four items: operational review of boards/commissions/committees, corporate branding, procedure bylaw, and public member appointments.

• Adopted agenda (4-0)
• Approved Feb 25, 2021 minutes and received status of initiatives (4-0)
• Received HR benefits outsourcing presentation as information (4-0)
• Received organizational performance overview and forwarded report to City Council (4-0)
• Received Council Work Plan Update as information (4-0)
• Received Operational Review Implementation Plan as information (4-0)
• Kept closed session discussions confidential and recommended City Council proceed with confidential direction on operational review, branding, procedure bylaw, and appointments (4-0 each)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to review updates and submissions for the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including presentations on transportation, parks, and community projects. They will also discuss the KPMG operational review of the Real Estate and Land Development joint venture policy and a development-based incentives report. Two confidential items on investments and tax deadlines are also on the agenda.

• 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update presentation by City Treasurer
• Indigenous Relations Office CIP project submissions
• Urban Core Realm Enhancement and 5th Street Reconstruction preliminary design
• CIP Section D projects for Transportation
• KPMG Operational Review - RELD Joint Venture Policy

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee received several informational presentations on capital improvement projects and directed administration to incorporate feedback into the Real Estate & Land Development (RELD) Joint Venture Policy for Council's April 20, 2021 meeting. It also referred the Development Based Incentives Report back to administration for more information, with a deadline of June 8, 2021, and an update to Council by June 1, 2021. The committee entered closed session to discuss investments and tax deadlines, keeping those discussions confidential.

• Adopted agenda and March 10, 2021 minutes (all present in favor)
• Received CIP update and related presentations as information (all present in favor)
• Directed administration to incorporate feedback into RELD Joint Venture Policy and forward to Council April 20, 2021 (all present in favor)
• Referred Development Based Incentives Report to administration for more info, with Council update by June 1 and amended policy by June 8, 2021 (all present in favor)
• Entered closed session for confidential items on investments and tax deadlines (all present in favor)
• Kept closed session discussions and documents confidential under FOIP (all present in favor)

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting on March 23, 2021, to handle a range of items including consent agenda approvals, presentations on the Recreation and Culture Master Plan and 2020 year-end financials, and submissions on infrastructure grant funding and downtown revitalization. The council will also give second and third reading to two land use bylaw amendments and discuss several closed-session matters.

• Bylaw 6263: Land Use Bylaw text amendment to Mixed Density Residential (R-M) District (public hearing April 20)
• Bylaw 6266: Closing of certain road (public hearing April 20)
• Bylaw 6269: Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 6300 (public hearing April 20)
• Bylaw 6273: Land Use Bylaw amendment for 155 Metis Tr. W (Copperwood 2) (public hearing April 20)
• TRIP municipal tax cancellations for 1244 3 Avenue South, 704 4 Avenue South, and 316 5 Street South

City Council adopted the 2021 Public Art Work Plan, defeating an amendment to postpone $1.5 million in uncommitted funding to November 1, 2021 or later. Council also approved a $14 million line of credit from the Municipal Revenue Stabilization Reserve for industrial park and airport commercial development, and adopted the Recreation and Culture Master Plan. Several land use bylaws received first reading, and a public hearing was scheduled for April 20, 2021.

• Adopted the Recreation and Culture Master Plan and directed administration to implement it.
• Adopted the 2021 Public Art Work Plan; an amendment to postpone $1.5 million in uncommitted funding was defeated.
• Approved a $14 million line of credit from the Municipal Revenue Stabilization Reserve for Sherring Industrial Park and Airport Commercial Development.
• Approved the 2021 Downtown Lethbridge Business Revitalization Zone (DBRZ) Budget.
• Gave first reading to Bylaws 6263, 6266, 6269, and 6273, and scheduled a public hearing for April 20, 2021.
• Approved three Targeted Redevelopment Incentive Program applications for 1244 3 Avenue South, 704 4 Avenue South, and 316 5 Street South.
• Cancelled Council meetings on September 21 and October 5, 2021, during the election period.
• Directed the City Manager to report on restructuring the budget process, including a two-year operating budget cycle starting in 2022.

Public Hearing

Lethbridge City Council holds a public hearing on two proposed Land Use Bylaw amendments: Bylaw 6268 for 15 MicMac Boulevard West and Bylaw 6267 for 110 13 Street South. The meeting includes presentations from planners and the applicant, plus public correspondence. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a hearing to gather input.

• Bylaw 6268 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 15 MicMac Boulevard West
• Bylaw 6267 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 110 13 Street South
• Presentations by Genesis Hevia Orio and Shelagh Graham (Planner)
• Applicant presentation by Byron Bradley (Managing Director, Central Alberta & Lethbridge)
• Over 100 pieces of correspondence submitted re: Bylaw 6267

The public hearing covered two proposed Land Use Bylaw amendments. Bylaw 6268 would rezone 15 MicMac Boulevard West to allow a retail cannabis store. Bylaw 6267 would rezone 110 13 Street South to permit drop-in centres, food banks, and shelters. No decisions were made; the hearing was closed after receiving presentations and submissions.

• Held public hearing for Bylaw 6268 (15 MicMac Boulevard West) to change zoning from Direct Control to Direct Control for a cannabis store
• Held public hearing for Bylaw 6267 (110 13 Street South) to change zoning from General Commercial to Direct Control for social services
• Received presentations from applicants and planners for both bylaws
• Received correspondence and heard from 30 individuals on Bylaw 6267
• Closed the public hearing at 9:36 PM without voting on either bylaw

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to receive updates and reports on various cultural and social initiatives. Items include a presentation on Indigenous relations and reconciliation, annual reports on the Major Community Event Hosting Grant and the Recreation and Culture Fee Assistance Program, and updates from several committees and boards. The agenda is largely informational, with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Presentation by Perry Stein on Indigenous Relations & Reconciliation Lethbridge Advisory Committee update
• Major Community Event Hosting Grant 2020 Annual Report
• Recreation and Culture Fee Assistance Program 2020 Annual Report
• Update on Reconciliation efforts by the Galt Museum & Archives
• Committee updates: Combative Sports Commission, Historic Places Advisory Committee, Lethbridge Library Board, Performing Arts Centre Steering Committee, Reconciliation Lethbridge Advisory Committee, Galt Museum & Archives Board, Youth Advisory Council

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee met and adopted its agenda and previous minutes. It received presentations and reports as information, including updates on Indigenous relations and recreation programs. The committee recommended that City Council receive two annual reports for information at its April 6, 2021 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; all items were procedural or informational.

• Adopted agenda (carried unanimously)
• Adopted February 18, 2021 minutes by consensus
• Received Indigenous Relations & Reconciliation update as information (carried unanimously)
• Recommended City Council receive Major Community Event Hosting Grant 2020 Annual Report for information (carried unanimously)
• Recommended City Council receive Recreation and Culture Fee Assistance Program 2020 Annual Report for information (carried unanimously)
• Received Galt Museum & Archives reconciliation efforts update as information (carried unanimously)
• Adjourned at 2:41 PM until April 15, 2021 (carried unanimously)

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to consider the agenda, approve the previous meeting's minutes, and receive a presentation on Phase 2 of the Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy (CWSS) from Martin Thomsen, Manager of Community Social Development. No other substantive items are listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Presentation: Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy (CWSS) - Phase 2 by Martin Thomsen
• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2021 meeting

The Community Safety Standing Policy Committee voted to recommend that City Council receive the Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy Phase 2 report as information. The committee also approved the February 11, 2021 minutes and adopted the meeting agenda. The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m. until April 8, 2021.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes of the February 11, 2021 meeting.
• Recommended that Council receive the Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy Phase 2 report as information.
• Adjourned the meeting until April 8, 2021.

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear presentations on proposed 2022-2031 capital improvement projects for water/wastewater, waste & recycling, and environmental utilities, as well as options for the city's budget process. They will also consider items referred from City Council, including projects like the Whoop Up Drive interchanges and a curbside organics program. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and a public submission regarding the waste & recycling utility plan.

• Water and Wastewater CIP 2022-2031 Projects presentation
• Waste & Recycling Utility CIP 2022-2031 Projects presentation
• Proposed Budget Process Options presentation
• Capital projects referred to CIP: Whoop Up Dr interchanges, curbside organics, Indigenous Culture Centre, SAAG facility enhancements, cycling corridor, Connectivity Lethbridge, Fritz Sick Pool
• Environmental Utilities CIP 2022-2031 Projects

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee met on March 10, 2021, and received several reports and presentations as information only. These included the Water and Wastewater CIP 2022-2031, Waste & Recycling Utility CIP 2022-2031, proposed budget process options, items delayed from City Council, and Environmental Utilities CIP 2022-2031. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received for information.

• Received Water and Wastewater CIP 2022-2031 as information (carried)
• Received Waste & Recycling Utility CIP 2022-2031 as information (carried)
• Received proposed budget process options as information (carried)
• Received items delayed from City Council as information (carried)
• Received Environmental Utilities CIP 2022-2031 as information (carried)

City Council

The Lethbridge City Council is meeting publicly on March 9, 2021, to handle routine consent items, hear a property tax penalty submission, and discuss several official business items. Key items include a proposed land use bylaw amendment for 2425 30 Street West, second and third reading of two lane paving bylaws, and a report on a proposed form for council reports. The council will also hold a closed incamera meeting beforehand to discuss confidential matters such as corporate branding, water supply, and land matters.

• Bylaw 6270 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 2425 30 Street West (public hearing April 6, 2021)
• Bylaw 6271 and 6272 – Local Improvement Lane Paving Petitions LP-19-03 and LP-19-04 (second and third reading)
• Official business: Green Shirt Day, inclusive workforce, coal policy consultation, tax relief for vacant lots
• Submission re: penalty on property taxes for 11 Kings Pl S, Roll # 1019400110001
• Closed incamera items: corporate branding, water supply, HR, intergovernmental relations, appointments, land matter

City Council ratified a tentative collective agreement with ATU Local 987 covering Access-A-Ride employees for 2020-2024, including specified wage increases and other terms. Council also authorized amending the southeast water supply agreement with Lethbridge County to add a second connection point near the airport and an additional 300 m³ per day. Several other items were approved, including proclamations, workforce diversity directives, and appointments, while a tax relief motion for vacant lots was defeated.

• Approved consent agenda items, including minutes, reports, and first reading of Bylaw 6270 (land use amendment for 2425 30 Street West).
• Postponed Recreation and Culture Master Plan and 2021 Public Art Work Plan to March 23, 2021 meeting.
• Approved proclamation of April 7, 2021 as 'Green Shirt Day'.
• Directed City Manager to create a diverse and inclusive workforce and report annually.
• Authorized collaboration with other municipalities on coal policy resolution.
• Defeated motion for 50% tax relief on vacant residential lots.
• Rescheduled Municipal Development Plan public hearings to March 29-April 1 and June 1, 2021.
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaws 6271 and 6272 (lane paving petitions).

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

The Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee (Subdivision and Civic Works) is meeting to receive presentations and discuss several operational items, including a public engagement report on the River Valley, KPMG-suggested actions for snow and ice and street sweeping programs, the Heart of Our City Committee's annual report, and multiple transit updates. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and information.

• River Valley Public Engagement Report presentation by Parks Manager David Ellis
• Operational Review - KPMG suggested actions for Snow'n'Ice and Street Sweeping programs
• Heart of Our City Committee - 2020 Annual Report and Governance Review Report
• Access-A-Ride Eligibility Determination Process update
• cityLINK / Transit on Demand Implementation Update

The Civic Works Standing Policy Committee received information and presentations on the River Valley Public Engagement Report, KPMG's suggested actions for snow/ice and street sweeping, the Heart of Our City Committee's annual and governance reports, and transit updates. The committee also approved the February minutes and deferred the Transportation Safety Plan return date to April 1, 2021. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received for information only.

• Approved the February 4, 2021 minutes as presented.
• Received the Status of Initiatives for March 4, 2021, with the Transportation Safety Plan return date deferred to April 1, 2021.
• Received the River Valley Public Engagement Report and presentation, with an update to be provided to City Council on March 23, 2021.
• Received the KPMG operational review suggested actions for Snow'n'Ice and Street Sweeping programs.
• Received the Heart of Our City Committee 2020 Annual Report and Governance Review Report.
• Received transit presentations on new manager, Access-A-Ride eligibility, and cityLINK/Transit on Demand, with updates on the latter two to be provided to City Council on March 23, 2021.

Audit Standing Policy Committee

The Subdivision and Audit Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from its February 3, 2021 meeting and then move into confidential items. The closed session will cover draft documents, a legal matter, and a private session with auditors, all under FOIP exceptions. No public decisions or discussions are listed beyond these procedural and confidential items.

• Approval of 2021-02-03 Audit Committee minutes
• Confidential review of draft documents (FOIP s. 23, 24, 26, 29)
• Confidential review of legal matter (FOIP s. 24, 26, 27)
• Private session between elected officials and auditors (FOIP s. 24, 25, 26)

The Audit Committee held a meeting on March 3, 2021, and approved the agenda and previous minutes. The committee entered closed sessions to discuss confidential matters and, upon returning, recommended that City Council approve a $14 million line of credit from the Municipal Revenue Stabilization Reserve to fund commitments for the Sherring Industrial Park expansion and Airport Commercial Development, with repayment from future industrial lot sales. The committee also recommended that City Council approve the 2020 MOST Grant Funding eligible costs and allocations as outlined in the unaudited financial report. All votes were carried unanimously by the members present, with Mayor Spearman absent for the later votes.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Adopted the February 3, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss confidential items (4-0)
• Directed that closed meeting discussions and documents remain confidential (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve a $14M line of credit for Sherring Industrial Park and Airport Commercial Development (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 2020 MOST Grant Funding eligible costs and allocations (3-0)
• Entered a second closed session (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting until March 31, 2021 (3-0)

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to receive updates on IT fiscal and operational performance review recommendations, the Heart of Our City governance review implementation plan, and a proposed new form for council and committee reports. The committee will also hear updates on the operational review implementation plan and the monthly council work plan, and will consider confidential items regarding public member and organizational representative appointments to boards and committees.

• Update on IT Fiscal & Operational Performance Review Recommendations
• Heart of Our City Governance Review Implementation Plan and Terms of Reference
• Proposed Form for Council and Committee Reports
• Operational Review Implementation Plan Update
• Confidential appointments to boards, commissions, and committees

The Governance Standing Policy Committee voted to recommend that City Council approve amendments to the Heart of Our City Committee Terms of Reference, as presented. The committee also received updates on IT performance, operational review, and the Council work plan, and recommended a new report template for Council's March 9 agenda. All votes were carried unanimously, with Councillor Mauro absent for several items.

• Adopted the meeting agenda and approved the January 28, 2021 minutes.
• Received the IT Fiscal & Operational Performance Review Recommendations Update as information.
• Recommended City Council approve amendments to the Heart of Our City Committee Terms of Reference.
• Recommended Council receive the proposed report template and place it on the March 9, 2021 agenda.
• Received the Operational Review Implementation Plan Update as information.
• Received the February 2021 Council Work Plan Update as information.
• Directed that closed meeting discussions on public member appointments remain confidential and recommended Council proceed with the confidential direction.
• Adjourned at 3:58 p.m. until March 25, 2021.

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program for the Electric Utility, an Economic Development Lethbridge quarterly update, and the Lethbridge Land Q4 2020 activity report. They will also consider a submission from BILD requesting 50% tax relief on vacant residential lots. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from February 10, 2021, and a confidential items section.

• Presentation on 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program for Electric Utility
• Economic Development Lethbridge quarterly update
• Lethbridge Land Q4 2020 activity report
• BILD request for 50% tax relief on vacant residential lots
• Adoption of minutes from February 10, 2021

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee received four informational reports and approved a motion to invite the Lethbridge and District Exhibition to present monthly updates on the Exolution construction project starting in March 2021. All items were carried unanimously with two members absent.

• Received Electric Utility 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program as information (carried)
• Received Economic Development Lethbridge quarterly update as information (carried)
• Received Lethbridge Land Q4 2020 activity report as information (carried)
• Received BILD request for 50% tax relief on vacant residential lots as information (carried)
• Approved monthly Exhibition updates on Exolution project starting March 2021 (carried)

City Council

Lethbridge City Council meets publicly at 1:30 PM after a closed incamera session. The agenda includes presentations on the police budget reduction impact and the 2021 Downtown Business Revitalization Zone budget, plus official business on EMS dispatch and rescinding a prior decision on Exhibition Board representation. Several bylaws are on the consent agenda for first reading, including a land use amendment and two lane paving local improvement bylaws.

• Presentation by Lethbridge Police Commission on police budget reduction impact
• 2021 Downtown Business Revitalization Zone (DBRZ) budget submission
• Bylaw 6268 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 15 MicMac Boulevard West (public hearing March 23, 2021)
• Bylaw 6271 – Local Improvement – Lane Paving Petition No. LP-19-03
• Bylaw 6272 – Local Improvement – Lane Paving Petition No. LP-19-04

City Council voted to continue implementing Bylaw 6239 (Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings) until April 30, 2021, after an attempt to let it expire was defeated. Council also directed administration to prepare an amending bylaw to align exemptions with the Chief Medical Officer of Health Order. A motion to rescind the removal of Council representation from the Lethbridge and District Exhibition Board was defeated.

• Extended mandatory face-coverings bylaw to April 30, 2021 (6-3)
• Directed administration to prepare amending bylaw to harmonize exemptions with Chief Medical Officer of Health Order (9-0)
• Defeated motion to let face-coverings bylaw expire (4-5)
• Defeated motion to rescind removal of Council representation from Exhibition Board (4-5)
• Approved consent agenda including first reading of Bylaw 6268 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 15 MicMac Boulevard West) and Bylaws 6271/6272 (lane paving petitions) (9-0)
• Directed City Manager to investigate opting out of centralized EMS dispatch and joining Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo as party/intervener (7-2)
• Set DBRZ 2021 budget meeting for March 23, 2021 (9-0)
• Received Lethbridge Police Commission Annual Plan and Budget Implementation Strategy as information (9-0)

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to receive presentations and updates on several cultural and social matters. Items include a possible municipal historic designation for the Lanz Residence, the Recreation and Culture Master Plan, the 2021 Public Art Work Plan, and the Fresh Start South Country Treatment Centre. The committee will also hear the Play Charter Annual Report 2020 and updates from various advisory boards.

• Request for decision to initiate designation of Lanz Residence as a Municipal Historic Resource
• Presentation on Recreation and Culture Master Plan
• 2021 Public Art Work Plan presentation
• Information on Fresh Start South Country Treatment Centre
• Play Charter Annual Report 2020

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee received several presentations and made recommendations to City Council. It recommended Council adopt the Recreation and Culture Master Plan and the 2021 Public Art Work Plan, and initiate the process to designate the Lanz Residence as a Municipal Historic Resource. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Adopted agenda and approved January 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received Fresh Start South Country Treatment Centre presentation as information (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council adopt Recreation and Culture Master Plan (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve 2021 Public Art Work Plan (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council initiate historic designation process for Lanz Residence at 721-3 Street South (unanimous)
• Received Heritage Management Plan Update; working group to return by December 2021 (unanimous)
• Received Play Charter Annual Report 2020 as information (unanimous)

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to discuss Bylaw 6239, the Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw, including a presentation from the General Manager of Recreation and Culture and public correspondence. The committee will also consider minutes from the January 14, 2021 meeting. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and discussion-focused.

• Presentation on Bylaw 6239 - Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw
• 31 items of public correspondence regarding Bylaw 6239
• Review of January 14, 2021 committee minutes

The Community Safety Standing Policy Committee voted to recommend that City Council allow Bylaw 6239, the Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw, to expire. A motion to extend the bylaw to December 31, 2021 was defeated. The committee also approved the agenda, previous minutes, and received a presentation and correspondence as information.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted presentation on Bylaw 6239 as information (unanimous)
• Motion to recommend extending Bylaw 6239 to Dec 31, 2021 defeated (2-2)
• Motion to recommend allowing Bylaw 6239 to expire carried (3-1)
• Received written and oral submissions on Bylaw 6239 as information (unanimous)
• Adjourned until March 11, 2021 (unanimous)

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear presentations on the Capital Improvement Program, specifically Section C transportation projects and offsite levy funded projects. The committee will also consider minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are presentations and discussion items.

• Presentation by Darwin Juell, Transportation Manager, on CIP Section C Transportation projects
• Presentation by Byron Buzunis, Urban Construction Manager, on Capital Improvement Program Offsite Levy Funded Projects
• Consideration of minutes from January 20, 2021 meeting

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee received two presentations as information only: one on Section C Transportation projects from the Capital Improvement Program, and another on Offsite Levy Funded Projects. Both motions were carried unanimously with all nine members in favour. No substantive decisions were made; the items were received for information.

• Received CIP Section C Transportation projects presentation as information (unanimous)
• Received Offsite Levy Funded Projects presentation as information (unanimous)

City Council

Lethbridge City Council meets publicly at 1:30 PM after a closed incamera session. The agenda includes a presentation from High River's mayor on reinstating the 1976 Coal Development Policy, discussion of coal mining on the eastern slopes, residential aprons, and several land use bylaws. Council will also consider consent agenda items including library board bylaws and public hearings for two bylaws.

• Presentation by Mayor Craig Snodgrass of High River on reinstating the 1976 Coal Development Policy
• Discussion of coal mining on the eastern slopes of the Rockies
• Bylaw 6265 – Municipal Development Plan Adoption, public hearing March 1-5, 2021
• Bylaw 6267 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 110 13 Street South, public hearing March 9, 2021
• Bylaw 6264 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment re: 482-522 Couleecreek Blvd S. (Southgate) for second and third reading

Council approved a motion directing the mayor to write a letter to Premier Kenney and other officials regarding coal mining on the Eastern Slopes, including thanking the province for reinstating the 1976 Coal Policy, requesting public consultation, and calling for watershed impact analyses and a stop on water allocation amendments. The motion was carried unanimously after several amendments. Council also approved allowing home builders to pour residential aprons and gave final reading to a land use bylaw for properties on Couleecreek Blvd S.

• Approved motion on coal mining, directing mayor to write letter to Premier Kenney (unanimous)
• Approved allowing home builders to pour aprons in new residential developments (unanimous)
• Abandoned Bylaw 6261 for 1303 Mayor Magrath Drive S. after applicant withdrawal (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 6264 for Couleecreek Blvd S. properties (unanimous)
• Rescinded Nov 2, 2020 motion removing three council members from Performing Arts Centre Steering Committee (6-3)
• Approved consent agenda including first reading of Bylaw 6265 (Municipal Development Plan) (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 6267 for 110 13 Street S. (6-3)
• Declined to investigate a complaint in closed session (5-0)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for Bylaw 6264, a Land Use Bylaw amendment affecting 15 properties on Couleecreek Blvd S in the Southgate area. The city's Senior Community Planner will present the proposed amendment, and the public is invited to attend. The agenda contains only this single hearing item.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 6264 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment
• Properties affected: 482, 484, 486, 490, 492, 494, 496, 500, 504, 508, 512, 514, 516, 520 & 522 Couleecreek Blvd S (Southgate)
• Presentation by Tyson Boylan, RPP, MCIP Senior Community Planner

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

The Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the City of Lethbridge Transportation Safety Plan, the 13 Street/5 Avenue N functional planning and design, and the Transportation Master Plan community engagement strategy. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and information.

• Presentation on City of Lethbridge Transportation Safety Plan
• Presentation on 13 Street / 5 Avenue N Functional Planning and Design
• Presentation on Transportation Master Plan Community Engagement and Communications Strategy
• Adoption of minutes from January 7, 2021

The committee referred the Transportation Safety Plan back to administration for engagement with BILD Lethbridge, to return at the March 4 meeting. It also received the 13 Street / 5 Avenue N functional planning presentation as information and forwarded the Transportation Master Plan engagement strategy to City Council for information, scheduling a visioning session for April 1.

• Referred Transportation Safety Plan back to administration for BILD Lethbridge engagement (4-0)
• Received 13 Street / 5 Avenue N functional planning presentation as information (4-0)
• Forwarded Transportation Master Plan engagement strategy to City Council for information (4-0)
• Scheduled Transportation Master Plan visioning session with City Council for April 1, 2021 (4-0)

Audit Standing Policy Committee

The Subdivision and Audit Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, approve prior minutes, and hear submissions from the Deputy City Clerk on committee orientation, a review of 2020 activities for the annual report, and scheduling an additional meeting. The agenda also includes several confidential items under FOIP exemptions covering travel policy, IT security, policy review, corporate strategy, internal controls, and legal matters.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approve minutes of December 3, 2020
• Audit Committee Orientation submission
• Review of Audit Committee's 2020 activities for annual report
• Confidential items: Travel Policy, IT Security, Policy Review, Corporate Strategy, Internal Controls, Legal Matters (FOIP s. 23-27)

The Audit Committee elected S.R. Miyashiro as Chair and J.A. Coffman as Vice Chair for 2021. It adopted the agenda and previous minutes, accepted the orientation as information, approved including the 2020 activities summary in the annual report, and recommended adding a June 2021 meeting. The committee then entered a closed session to discuss confidential items and later adjourned.

• Elected S.R. Miyashiro as Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected J.A. Coffman as Vice Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda of February 3, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of December 3, 2020 (unanimous)
• Accepted Audit Committee Orientation as information (unanimous)
• Approved including Summary of Audit Committee's Activities in 2020 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Recommended adding an Audit Committee meeting for week of June 15-19, 2021 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session and kept discussions confidential (unanimous)

Governance Standing Policy Committee

The Governance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, adopt the agenda, and consider a status of initiatives report. They will also hear presentations on committee orientation, a procedural and public participation review, and a verbal update on performance excellence and reporting to council. The meeting is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of chair and vice-chair
• Status of Initiatives report
• Governance Standing Policy Committee Orientation presentation
• Procedural and Public Participation Review
• Performance Excellence & Reporting to Council (verbal)

The Governance Standing Policy Committee elected J.A. Coffman as Chair and J.H. Carlson as Vice Chair for 2021. The committee also adopted its agenda, received the Status of Initiatives, and accepted reports on committee orientation, procedural and public participation review, and performance excellence as information. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected J.A. Coffman as Chair for 2021 (accepted nomination)
• Elected J.H. Carlson as Vice Chair for 2021 (accepted nomination)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (carried unanimously)
• Received Status of Initiatives as information (carried unanimously)
• Accepted Governance Standing Policy Committee Orientation as information and directed Chair to seek Council feedback (carried unanimously)
• Accepted Procedural and Public Participation Review as information (carried unanimously)
• Accepted verbal report on Performance Excellence and Reporting to Council as information (carried unanimously)
• Adjourned until February 25, 2021 (carried unanimously)

City Council

Lethbridge City Council is meeting publicly on January 26, 2021, after a closed incamera session. The agenda includes a presentation on the KPMG Phase 3 Fiscal and Operational Performance Review, two presentations on public auctions of properties in tax arrears scheduled for March 31 and April 8, 2021, and a review of the Police Commission Bylaw. Council will also consider second and third reading of Bylaw 6251 on alternate public notification methods and Bylaw 6260 amending the Sewerage Service Charge Bylaw 3250. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including minutes, procurement summary, and operational review updates.

• KPMG Phase 3 Fiscal and Operational Performance Review presentation
• 2020 Public Auction of Properties in Tax Arrears - March 31, 2021
• 2021 Public Auction of Properties in Tax Arrears - April 8, 2021
• Police Commission Bylaw Review
• Bylaw 6251 (alternate public notification) and Bylaw 6260 (sewerage service charge amendment) for second/third reading

City Council approved Bylaw 6251, which establishes alternate methods of public notification and advertisement, after an amendment to include Part 16 was defeated. The council also approved an amendment requiring print advertising costs for Part 17 applications to be recovered from applicants, with a return date of April 6, 2021. Additionally, Bylaw 6260 amending the Sewerage Service Charge Bylaw was passed. Several other items were approved, including setting reserve bids for tax arrears auctions and approving a 90-day extension for an option to purchase property at 3401-39 Street.

• Approved Bylaw 6251 (alternate public notification) second and third reading (6-2)
• Approved amendment to Bylaw 6251 requiring applicant to pay print advertising costs for Part 17 (7-1)
• Defeated amendment to include Part 16 in Bylaw 6251 (1-7)
• Approved Bylaw 6260 amending Sewerage Service Charge Bylaw 3250 (8-0)
• Set reserve bids for March 31, 2021 public auction of tax arrears properties (unanimous)
• Set reserve bids for April 8, 2021 public auction of tax arrears properties (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day extension of option to purchase 3401-39 Street to 2299172 Alberta Ltd. with $22,491 non-refundable payment (8-0)
• Defeated motion to move all meetings to electronic participation (4-4)

Cultural And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, adopt the agenda, and hear two presentations: a procedural review by the Legislative Services Manager and a submission from the Library Board CEO regarding Lethbridge Public Library bylaws. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and information.

• Election of chair and vice-chair
• Presentation by Ryan Westerson, Legislative Services Manager, on procedural review
• Submission by Terra Plato, CEO, on behalf of the Library Board, re: Lethbridge Public Library Bylaws

The Cultural and Social Standing Policy Committee elected A.M. Campbell as Chair and B.E. Hyggen as Vice-Chair for 2021. It adopted its agenda and added reports from boards, commissions, and committees as standing agenda items. The committee received a procedural review and an update on Lethbridge Public Library bylaws, forwarding the latter to City Council.

• Elected A.M. Campbell as Chair (accepted nomination)
• Elected B.E. Hyggen as Vice-Chair (volunteered)
• Adopted the January 21, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Added board/commission/committee reports as standing agenda items (3-1)
• Received procedural review presentation as information
• Received library bylaws update as information
• Forwarded library bylaws item to Feb 9, 2021 City Council meeting

Economic And Finance Standing Policy Committee

The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from City Treasurer Hailey Pinksen on a proposed revised schedule for the 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The agenda includes only this substantive item, along with routine procedural matters such as call to order, vice-chair election, and agenda adoption. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is a presentation and update for discussion.

• Presentation by City Treasurer Hailey Pinksen on proposed 2022-2031 CIP revised schedule update
• Attachments include 'What Was Heard Report' and 'Proposed CIP Presentation'

The Economic Standing Policy Committee elected Councillor J.H. Carlson as Vice-Chair by acclamation and adopted its agenda. It received a presentation on the proposed 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) revised schedule as information only, with no decisions made on the CIP itself. The meeting adjourned to February 10, 2021.

• Elected J.H. Carlson as Vice-Chair by acclamation (carried)
• Adopted the meeting agenda by general consent
• Received CIP update as information (carried)
• Adjourned to February 10, 2021 (carried)

Safety And Social Standing Policy Committee

The Community Safety Standing Policy Committee held its first meeting of 2021, electing R.K. Parker as Chair and A.M. Campbell as Vice-Chair. The agenda was adopted, and the committee received orientation on its reporting structure and public participation process. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected R.K. Parker as Chair (carried)
• Elected A.M. Campbell as Vice-Chair (carried)
• Adopted the January 14, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adjourned until February 11, 2021 (carried)

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where the Lethbridge City Council will hear presentations and public submissions on two bylaws. Bylaw 6251 proposes establishing alternate methods of public notification and advertisement, and Bylaw 6257 is a land use bylaw amendment for 501 13 Street South. The council will consider correspondence from residents on both items before deciding.

• Bylaw 6251: alternate methods of public notification and advertisement
• Bylaw 6257: Land Use Bylaw amendment re: 501 13 Street South
• Applicant presentation by Dr. Abdelbaset Aborawi for Bylaw 6257
• Correspondence received from multiple residents on both bylaws

City Council

Lethbridge City Council meets January 12, 2021, starting with a closed incamera session at 12:30 PM followed by a public meeting at 1:30 PM. The council will consider several bylaws on first reading, including a sewerage service charge amendment and two land use amendments, plus second and third reading of an advertising methods bylaw and a land use amendment. A presentation on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls recommendations and a discussion on advocating for a meal delivery fee cap are also on the agenda.

• Bylaw 6260 amending Sewerage Service Charge Bylaw 3250 (first reading)
• Bylaw 6261 Land Use amendment re: 1303 Mayor Magrath Drive South (public hearing Feb 9, 2021)
• Bylaw 6264 Land Use amendment re: 482-522 Couleecreek Blvd S, Southgate (public hearing Feb 9, 2021)
• Bylaw 6251 to establish alternate methods of advertising (second/third reading)
• Bylaw 6257 Land Use amendment re: 501 13 Street South (second/third reading)

Assets And Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Subdivision and Civic Works Standing Policy Committee. The agenda includes the election of a Chair and Vice-Chair, and a procedural review. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Procedural review