Saskatoon public meetings in 2022

STREET ACTIVITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Street Activity Subcommittee is meeting to receive updates on the cold weather strategy, a letter to the Standing Policy Committee, and the Community Support Program supervisor's report for September to November 2022. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions or proposals for new actions.

• Verbal update on cold weather strategy by Brent Penner
• Verbal update on letter to Standing Policy Committee (October 17, 2022)
• Community Support Program Supervisor's Report (September to November 2022)
• Adoption of minutes from September 14, 2022 meeting

The subcommittee received reports on the Cold Weather Strategy and the Community Support Program. Members were informed that federal funding for the Cold Weather Strategy was denied for new staff but approved for overtime hours.

• Confirmed agenda (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from September 14, 2022 (Carried)
• Received update on letter to Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services (Carried)
• Received information on Cold Weather Strategy funding (Carried)
• Received Community Support Program Supervisor's report (Carried)

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Appeal Board is holding a public hearing to consider two appeals against orders to remedy contraventions issued under the Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw. The board will hear appeals for properties at 1010 Avenue M South and 939 University Drive.

• Appeal No. 18-2022 - 1010 Avenue M South
• Appeal No. 21-2022 - 939 University Drive
• Bylaw No. 8175 - The Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003

CIVIC NAMING COMMITTEE

The Civic Naming Committee is meeting to consider a report from Administration covering the third and fourth quarters of 2022, which includes naming submissions and recommendations for parks and streets in several areas. The committee will decide whether to forward the report to City Council and issue direction on the naming proposals. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the previous meeting's minutes and receiving a verbal update on the Legacy Review Project.

• Third and Fourth Quarter Report 2022 with prioritized names master list
• Naming recommendations for Aspen Ridge Parks, Brighton Streets, Rosewood Street, Hampton Village Business Park Streets, Blairmore Urban Centre Park, and Parkridge Extension Parks
• Verbal update on Legacy Review Project
• Approval of June 28, 2022 meeting minutes

The Civic Naming Committee recommended adding Michif and John Arcand to the Names Master List. The committee also proposed specific naming themes for the Blairmore Urban Centre and the Parkridge extension. Additionally, administration was directed to provide pronunciation guides for place names on the city website.

• Recommended adding Michif and John Arcand to the Names Master List
• Recommended Science theme for Blairmore Urban Centre
• Recommended Geology theme for Parkridge extension
• Approved requirement for Administration to provide pronunciation guides for recently applied and upcoming place names as part of Legacy Review
• Approved providing pronunciation guidance and education material on the City of Saskatoon website for 2022 quarterly report names
• Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider a comprehensive zoning bylaw review amendment package and will recommend it to City Council for approval at a public hearing. The commission will also receive a memo on application considerations, adopt prior meeting minutes, and hear a verbal report on updates to Council.

• Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review – Amendment Package Five, including amendments on parking for people with disabilities and on-site waste spaces
• Recommendation to submit zoning bylaw amendments to City Council for approval at public hearing
• Memo on consideration of applications at Municipal Planning Commission
• Adoption of November 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Verbal report on updates to Council from December 19, 2022

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 8770, Zoning Bylaw, 2009. The changes include removing the secondary suite cap for short-term rentals. The Commission also received a project update on the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review.

• Recommended approval of proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 8770, Zoning Bylaw, 2009 (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from November 22, 2022 meeting (Carried)
• Appointed Kreg Harley as acting-Chair (Carried)
• Received information regarding applications at Municipal Planning Commission (Carried)
• Received Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review project update (Carried)
• Received update of reports to Council from December 19, 2022 (Carried)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing to consider two appeals. The first is an appeal of an order to remedy a contravention at 30 Molaro Place. The second is an appeal of a development permit denial at 810 48th Street East. The board will hear evidence and decide on each appeal.

• Appeal 36-2022: Order to Remedy Contravention at 30 Molaro Place
• Appeal 37-2022: Development Permit Denial at 810 48th Street East
• Petition in support of appeal from neighbouring properties for 810 48th Street East
• Site plan dated October 20, 2015 included in 810 48th Street East exhibits

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council holds a public hearing to consider a discretionary use application for a car wash in Evergreen, plus two bylaw amendments: housekeeping changes to the Official Community Plan and a procedures/committees amendment. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, proclamations, and flag raisings.

• Discretionary use application for a car wash at northwest corner of Payne Bend and Orban Way, Evergreen (Parcel ZZ, Plan 102308082)
• Bylaw No. 9855 and 9856: Official Community Plan housekeeping amendments
• Bylaw No. 9858: Procedures and Committees Amendment Bylaw, 2022 (No. 3)
• Adoption of minutes from Nov 21, 2022 public hearing
• Flag raising and proclamation requests for November 2022

City Council approved a discretionary use application for a car wash in the Evergreen Neighbourhood. Council also passed two Official Community Plan housekeeping bylaws and an amendment to the Procedures and Committees Bylaw.

• Approved car wash development at Northwest Corner of Payne Bend and Orban Way (10-0)
• Passed Official Community Plan Housekeeping Amendment Bylaws No. 9855 and 9856 (10-0)
• Passed The Procedures and Committees Amendment Bylaw, 2022 (No. 3) / Bylaw No. 9858 (10-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (10-0)
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2022 Public Hearing meeting (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

Saskatoon City Council's regular business meeting on December 19, 2022, includes a consent agenda with recommendations from several standing committees. Key items include approving the purchase of three properties for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District, a new tree protection bylaw, and a $51,500 pilot for centre median gardens. The meeting also covers administrative reports on electrical rates, a $131,106.70 SUMA membership fee, and various land and funding reallocations.

• Authorize purchase of 50 – 23rd Street for $6.95M, 39 – 23rd Street for $5.2M, and 149 Pacific Avenue for $4.75M plus $400,000 relocation for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District
• Approve proposed changes to tree protection and instruct the City Solicitor to draft a new tree protection bylaw
• Approve $51,500 for a Centre Median Gardens Pilot from the Green Infrastructure Strategy
• Approve $140,000 reallocation for a Sustainable Food Forest Pilot
• Approve 2023 SUMA membership fee of $131,106.70

City Council authorized the purchase of three properties for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District. The council also passed several bylaws regarding electrical rates, waste fees, and tree protection.

• Approved purchase of 50-23rd Street for $6.95M (11-0)
• Approved purchase of 39-23rd Street for $5.2M (11-0)
• Approved purchase of 149 Pacific Avenue for $4.75M plus $400,000 relocation costs (11-0)
• Approved January 1, 2023 Saskatoon Light & Power rate changes (11-0)
• Approved Waste Amendment Bylaw 2022 for organics utility fee (10-1)
• Approved development of pilot management plans for Small Swale and Richard St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (11-0)
• Approved removal of three commercial billboards at 19th St/4th Ave and Circle Dr/Airport Dr (11-0)
• Approved $131,106.70 for 2023 SUMA membership fees (11-0)

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to receive routine reports, including an update on diversion programs for illicit drug possession and other criminal code offences, and to approve the 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being information items or approvals of minutes and the agenda itself.

• Receive report on Diversion for Possession of Illicit Drug Charges and other Criminal Code Offences
• Approve 2023 Board of Police Commissioners meeting schedule, with proposed change of January meeting from Jan 12 to Jan 26, 2023
• Adopt minutes of November 17, 2022 public meeting
• Move to in camera session for exempt matters under Governance Policy and relevant bylaws

The Board approved the meeting dates for 2023, including a change to the January meeting date. The Board also received reports regarding police executive planning and drug charge diversion.

• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (7-0)
• Adopted November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Confirmed meeting agenda (7-0)
• Received Chief's Report on executive planning and police college graduation (7-0)
• Received report on Diversion for Possession of Illicit Drug Charges and other Criminal Code Offences (7-0)
• Approved motion to move In Camera (7-0)

SPECIAL EVENT - URBAN RESERVE SIGNING CEREMONY

This is a special event agenda for an urban reserve signing ceremony in Saskatoon. The agenda contains no substantive items for decision or discussion, only procedural details for the ceremony.

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive information reports, including a Q4 update on City Council strategic priorities and a jurisdictional review of ward boundary variances. They will also hear a presentation from Dr. Paul Hodgson on Canada's Centre for Pandemic Research. The committee will then move in camera to discuss several items, including downtown event district strategy, land negotiations, and 2023 board appointments.

• Update on Canada's Centre for Pandemic Research by Dr. Paul D. Hodgson (VIDO)
• City Council Strategic Priority and Leadership Initiative – 2022 Q4 Update
• Ward Boundary Variance Jurisdictional Review
• In camera: Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group strategic considerations
• In camera: 2023 appointments to boards including Police Commissioners, Remai Modern, Saskatoon Public Library, SaskTel Centre, TCU Place, Airport Authority

The Committee directed administration to find funding for a pandemic research organization and requested the Mayor propose amendments to The Cities Act regarding ward boundary variances. Several items, including land negotiations and board appointments, were discussed in camera.

• Directed Administration to report on funding options for $50,000 for the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (11-0)
• Approved Mayor to write to Minister of Government Relations proposing ward boundary variance threshold changes to +/- 15-25% (11-0)
• Approved Mayor to send ward boundary variance report to Prince Albert, Regina, Big City Mayors' Caucus, and Ministry of Government Relations (11-0)
• Recommended 2023 annual board and commission appointments be forwarded to City Council for approval (10-0)
• Decided to keep Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group discussions In Camera (10-0)
• Decided to keep Land Negotiations Update discussions In Camera (10-0)
• Received 2022 Q4 Strategic Priority and Leadership Initiative update (11-0)

CIVIC NAMING COMMITTEE

The Civic Naming Committee is meeting to review the Third and Fourth Quarter Report 2022, which includes naming submissions for parks and streets in areas like Aspen Ridge, Brighton, Rosewood, Hampton Village, Blairmore, and Parkridge. The committee will recommend forwarding the report to City Council and issue direction on the naming recommendations. A verbal update on the Legacy Review Project will also be provided.

• Third and Fourth Quarter Report 2022 with prioritized names master list
• Naming recommendations for Aspen Ridge Parks
• Naming recommendations for Brighton Streets
• Naming recommendations for Rosewood Street
• Naming recommendations for Hampton Village Business Park Streets

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Property Maintenance Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on December 7, 2022, to consider two appeals against orders to remedy contraventions issued under Bylaw No. 8175 (The Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003). The appeals concern properties at 206 Avenue L North and 2802 Clarence Avenue South. No other items are on the agenda.

• Appeal No. 19-2022 — 206 Avenue L North
• Appeal No. 20-2022 — 2802 Clarence Avenue South
• Bylaw No. 8175 — Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance will consider authorizing the sale of four city-owned multi-unit parcels in Aspen Ridge, receive reports on land leases for community groups and Indigenous/social procurement, and hear a request to speak on property taxes. The committee will also consider a motion to direct a workplace culture audit at Transit.

• Sale of Aspen Ridge Parcels T, U, V, VV via open market with architectural controls
• Inquiry on land lease program for community, religious, or not-for-profit groups
• Report on Indigenous and Social Procurement Opportunities
• Request to speak on property taxes by Scharfstein Barristers and Solicitors LLP
• Motion for Transit workplace culture audit

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance authorized the sale of four city-owned parcels in Aspen Ridge and recommended payment of 2023 membership fees for the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association. The committee also requested a report on the impact of retroactive property assessment changes.

• Authorized sale of Aspen Ridge multi-unit Parcels T, U, V, and VV via open market (3-0)
• Recommended City Council pay $131,106.70 for 2023 SUMA membership fees (3-0)
• Requested Administration report on retroactive property assessment changes (3-0)
• Deferred Land Lease Program inquiry to January 11, 2023
• Deferred Indigenous and Social Procurement Opportunities to January 11, 2023
• Deferred Transit Workplace Culture Audit motion to January 11, 2023
• Deferred External Auditor Matter to January 11, 2023

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on one appeal: Appeal 34-2022, an order to remedy a contravention at 630 56th Street East. The board will consider the appellant's notice and additional information, the order, site plans, and neighbour notifications. No other business is listed.

• Appeal 34-2022: Order to Remedy Contravention at 630 56th Street East
• Hearing includes exhibits: notice of appeal, appellant info, order, site plans, neighbour notifications

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will hear a request to speak on a proposed street harassment bylaw, receive updates on zoning and cold weather response, and recommend approval of adjusted 2022 prepaid servicing rates, parks and recreation levies, and a contribution agreement for the Rapid Housing Initiative.

• Proposed bylaw to address street harassment (speaker: Daniel Kuhlen, National Council of Canadian Muslims)
• 2022 adjusted and 2023 preliminary prepaid servicing rates (direct and offsite)
• 2022 Parks and Recreation Levy and Community Centre Levy rate adjustments
• Rapid Housing Initiative Round 3 contribution agreement with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
• Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review project update

The Committee recommended that City Council approve a contribution agreement with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for the Rapid Housing Initiative. It also recommended the approval of adjusted 2022 and preliminary 2023 prepaid servicing rates, as well as 2022 levy rates for parks, recreation, and community centres.

• Recommended to City Council approval of Rapid Housing Initiative agreement with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council approval of 2022 adjusted and preliminary 2023 prepaid servicing rates (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council approval of 2022 Parks and Recreation and Community Centre levy rates (5-0)
• Referred street harassment bylaw proposal to Administration and Saskatoon Police Service for a report (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 8, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Received information reports on Zoning Bylaw Review and Extreme Cold Weather Emergency Response Plan (5-0)
• Referred General Manager's report to the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee (5-0)

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services will consider several recommendations to City Council, including a new tree protection bylaw, amendments to water and sewer bylaws, and funding reallocations for green infrastructure pilots. The committee will also receive an information report on a public engagement pilot addressing systemic barriers. The meeting includes routine items like agenda confirmation and minutes adoption.

• Proposed new Tree Protection Bylaw (CK 4200-0)
• Amendments to Waterworks Bylaw, 1996 and Sewer Use Bylaw, 2017 (Bylaw No. 7567)
• $51,500 reallocation for Centre Median Gardens Pilot
• $140,000 redirected for Sustainable Food Forest Pilot
• Natural Areas Management Pilots for Small Swale and Richard St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area

The Standing Policy Committee recommended several environmental and utility initiatives to City Council, including a new tree protection bylaw and amendments to water and sewer bylaws. The committee also recommended funding for garden and food forest pilots and the development of natural area management plans.

• Recommended to City Council that the City Solicitor draft a new tree protection bylaw (4-0)
• Recommended to City Council approval of amendments to The Waterworks Bylaw, 1996 and The Sewer Use Bylaw, 2017 (4-0)
• Recommended to City Council $51,500 for a Centre Median Gardens Pilot (4-0)
• Recommended to City Council redirecting $140,000 to the Sustainable Food Forest Pilot (4-0)
• Recommended to City Council that Administration develop pilot management plans for Small Swale and Richard St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (4-0)
• Recommended to City Council that a report on systemic barriers be forwarded to the Board of Police Commissioners (4-0)

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is meeting to receive information reports and make recommendations to City Council. Key items include a decision on removing or relocating four commercial billboards, an amendment to the bicycle bylaw to update the definition of power-assisted bicycles, and several information reports on accessible parking, a boulevard sale, school zone flashing beacons, and a pedestrian crossing update.

• Recommendation to remove billboards at 19th Street and 4th Avenue, and at Warman Road and Assiniboine Drive, with relocation timelines
• Billboard at 19th Street and Avenue A permitted to remain until October 31, 2023
• Bicycle Bylaw No. 9705 amendment to update power-assisted bicycle definition
• Boulevard sale at 427 10th Street East
• Accessible Parking Review scope of work

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation recommended to City Council the removal of billboards at 19th Street and 4th Avenue and at Circle Drive and Airport Drive. The committee also recommended that the City pay for billboard removal while vendors cover re-installation costs. Additionally, the committee recommended updating the definition of power-assisted bicycles in Bylaw No. 9705.

• Recommended removal of billboards at 19th Street and 4th Avenue during intersection reconstruction or adjacent land redevelopment (4-1)
• Recommended removal of billboard at Circle Drive and Airport Drive during interchange construction (5-0)
• Recommended City pay for billboard removal and vendors pay for re-installation (5-0)
• Recommended updating power-assisted bicycle definition in Bylaw No. 9705 (5-0)
• Denied recommendation to allow billboard at 19th Street and Avenue A to remain until October 31, 2023 (0-5)
• Denied recommendation regarding billboard removal at Warman Road and Assiniboine Drive (0-5)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing on November 29, 2022, to hear commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will review each appeal and make decisions on the assessed values.

• 100+ commercial property assessment appeals scheduled
• No residential appeals on the agenda
• Appeals include properties on Faithfull Ave, Idylwyld Dr N, and Millar Ave
• Hearing runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at City Hall

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - BUDGET

This is the City Council's three-day meeting to review and approve the 2023 preliminary corporate business plan and budget. Key decisions include proposed adjustments to the operating budget (raising the property tax levy by $2,286,500) and capital budget (adding $37,396,000), as well as setting the curbside organics fee at $6.73 per cart per month. The council will also hear delegations from controlled corporations and statutory boards, and consider funding for the Attainable Housing Program and other items.

• Proposed 2023 operating budget adjustments increase property tax levy by $2,286,500
• Proposed 2023 capital budget adjustments increase by $37,396,000
• Curbside Organics Program fee set at $6.73 per roll-out cart per month for 2023
• Funding for Attainable Housing Program: $100,000 mill rate contribution and $300,000 capital contribution, plus $245,000 for new Housing Strategy
• SPCA pound services contract amendment with increased funding for 2023

City Council approved the 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets, including a property tax increase of 3.93%. The council also set the Curbside Organics Program fee at $6.73 per roll-out cart per month. Various budget adjustments were made to fund housing, heritage, and animal services.

• Approved 2023 Operating Budget with $1,034,200 in adjustments and a 3.93% property tax increase (10-1)
• Approved 2023 Capital Budget with a $37,801,000 increase (10-1)
• Set Curbside Organics Program fee at $6.73 per roll-out cart per month (10-1)
• Approved $100,000 for Saskatoon Attainable Housing Program operating budget (9-2)
• Approved $550,000 for Saskatoon Attainable Housing Program & Reserve via Neighbourhood Land Development Fund (7-4)
• Approved $245,000 for Housing Strategy Development project from Reserve for Capital Expenditures (8-3)
• Approved $160,000 for Heritage Program Updates from Reserve for Capital Expenditures and Heritage Reserve (7-4)
• Approved $95,000 one-year Shelter Services Support Grant to the SPCA (11-0)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

This is a procedural agenda for the Saskatoon Development Appeals Board meeting on November 22, 2022. The agenda lists only call to order, appeal hearings, and adjournment, with no specific items or details provided.

• Meeting open to the public
• Hearing scheduled 4:00-6:00 PM at Committee Room E, City Hall

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider two items: a discretionary use application for a car wash in Evergreen, and a housekeeping amendment package to the Official Community Plan. The commission will vote on recommendations to forward both items to City Council for final decision. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• Discretionary use application for a car wash at northwest corner of Payne Bend and Orban Way, Evergreen (Parcel ZZ, Registered Plan No. 102308082)
• Recommendation to approve the car wash subject to obtaining a Development Permit and other permits
• Official Community Plan housekeeping amendment package to Bylaw No. 9700
• Adoption of minutes from October 25, 2022 meeting
• Update of reports to Council from October 31 and November 21, 2022

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a discretionary use application for a car wash at the northwest corner of Payne Bend and Orban Way. The Commission also recommended the approval of housekeeping amendments to the Official Community Plan Bylaw 2020.

• Recommended approval of car wash application by 102067804 Saskatchewan Ltd. (Carried)
• Recommended approval of Official Community Plan Bylaw 2020 housekeeping amendments (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from October 25, 2022 meeting (Carried)
• Approved meeting agenda (Carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

Saskatoon City Council is meeting to decide on several recommendations from its standing committees, including approving a $6.5M transit fleet purchase, a shared e-scooter pilot program, and a $100 bridging subsidy for low-income households. The agenda also includes reports on climate action, transit service disruptions, and various administrative matters. Most items are consent agenda recommendations, meaning they may be adopted in one motion unless pulled for discussion.

• Approve $6.5M in 2023 funding for five 40-foot and three 60-foot diesel buses (Item 8.2.5)
• Approve shared electric kick scooter pilot with two vendors (Item 8.2.3)
• Implement $100 fixed bridging subsidy for low-income households starting 2024 (Item 8.1.3)
• Approve Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study and 11th Street West Grade Separation concept (Item 8.2.4)
• Amend SPCA pound services contract with increased funding for 2023 (Item 8.3.1)

City Council approved an accelerated transit fleet replacement strategy and $6.5M for eight diesel buses. The meeting also included approvals for a shared electric kick scooter pilot and updated waterworks and traffic bylaws.

• Approved accelerated transit fleet replacement strategy and $6.5M for 8 diesel buses (10-0)
• Approved shared electric kick scooter pilot with two vendors (10-0)
• Approved $139,000 increase for Electric Vehicle Adoption Roadmap (10-0)
• Passed Waterworks Amendment Bylaw No. 9854 (9-0)
• Passed Traffic Amendment Bylaws No. 9847 and No. 9853 (10-0)
• Approved Municipal Services and Compatibility Agreement for Pelican Lake First Nation Urban Reserve (10-0)
• Approved increased funding for SPCA pound services for 2023 (10-0)
• Approved signing of the Saskatchewan Women Entrepreneurship (WESK) Charter (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council is holding a public hearing meeting to consider several land-use applications, including a residential care home, zoning amendments, and a neighbourhood concept plan change. They will also consider amendments to the procedures and committees bylaw, which includes the 2023 meeting schedule. One traffic review item has been withdrawn.

• Discretionary use application for a Residential Care Home Type II at 1637 and 1639 1st Avenue North (max 6 residents, 3 staff)
• Zoning by agreement for 109 Secord Way in Brighton (Bylaw 9848)
• Rosewood Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment and rezoning from R1A to R1B (Bylaw 9850)
• Aspen Ridge Phase 3 rezoning from FUD to R1B, R2, RMTN, RM3 (Bylaw 9849)
• Amendments to The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014, including 2023 meeting schedule (Bylaw 9852)

City Council unanimously approved a discretionary use application for a residential care home and passed three rezoning bylaws. The council also approved amendments to the Rosewood Neighbourhood Concept Plan and the Procedures and Committees Bylaw.

• Approved Residential Care Home Type II at 1637 and 1639 1st Avenue North (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9848 for zoning by agreement at 109 Secord Way (10-0)
• Approved Rosewood Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendments (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9850 for Rosewood Neighbourhood rezoning (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9849 for Aspen Ridge Neighbourhood Phase 3 rezoning (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9852 to amend The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014 (10-0)
• Withdrew Nutana-Varsity View intersection improvements item

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council, receive verbal updates on public art projects, and review its budget. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes and declarations of conflict of interest. An in-camera discussion is scheduled regarding an offer to commission and donate two artworks.

• Approve 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council by March 31, 2023
• Verbal updates on 'For as Long as the Sun Shines', 'Secret Bench', and Recovery Park Public Art
• Receive 2022 budget statement of expenditures
• In-camera discussion on offer to commission and donate two artworks

The Public Art Advisory Committee approved its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council. The committee also recommended accepting the donation of two artworks, 'Cranes Dance' and 'Autumn Flight', for display in the Brighton neighbourhood following community consultation.

• Approved 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council
• Recommended acceptance of 'Cranes Dance' and 'Autumn Flight' donations for Brighton neighbourhood
• Adopted minutes from October 14, 2022 meeting
• Received verbal reports on 'For As Long As The Grass Grows', 'Secret Bench', and Recovery Park Public Art

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates, review a Deafblind Subcommittee report on accessible documents and meeting transcripts, and consider its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council. The committee will also receive its budget expenditure statement and discuss its 2023 work plan.

• Deafblind Subcommittee report on accessible documents and providing meeting transcripts
• 2022 Annual Report and 2023 Work Plan consideration
• Budget expenditures statement for 2022
• Verbal updates from Chair, resource members, and subcommittees

The meeting did not reach quorum, resulting in no substantive decisions. Members requested that items regarding accessible documents for deafblind people and the annual report and work plan be added to the January agenda.

• Deferred accessible documents and meeting transcripts for deafblind people to January agenda
• Deferred annual report and work plan consideration to January agenda

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to consider several items, including approving a police services agreement with Pelican Lake First Nation, receiving a notice of intention to bargain from the Saskatoon Police Association, and adopting a policy to use year-end surplus for capital contributions. The board will also receive reports on the Office of the Treaty Commissioner Pathways Project and the Community Engagement Division, and will move into a closed session.

• Approve Police Services Agreement with Pelican Lake First Nation
• Receive notice of intention to bargain from Saskatoon Police Association
• Adopt policy to use up to 1% of operating budget surplus for capital reserve
• Receive report on Office of the Treaty Commissioner Pathways Project
• Receive report on Community Engagement Division

The Board of Police Commissioners approved a new Police Services Agreement with Pelican Lake First Nation. It also established a new policy allowing a portion of year-end operating surpluses to be used for capital reserves.

• Approved Police Services Agreement with Pelican Lake First Nation (7-0)
• Approved policy to allow up to 1% of operating expenditures from year-end surplus to be moved to capital reserves (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Gough as Trustee for police retirement and pension plans through 2025 (7-0)
• Forwarded Saskatoon Police Association collective agreement communication to Administration (7-0)
• Received information regarding City Council's decision to move Board appointments to two-year terms (7-0)
• Received Office of the Treaty Commissioner Pathways Project report (7-0)
• Received Saskatoon Police Service Community Engagement Division report (7-0)

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the city's Climate Action Plan progress report and the Renewable and Low-emissions Energy Implementation Plan, both forwarded from the Standing Policy Committee. The committee will also consider approving its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council, and receive a statement of expenditures for 2021.

• Climate Action Plan – Progress Report 2021 (CK 7540-1) forwarded for information
• Renewable and Low-emissions Energy Implementation Plan (CK 7540-001) forwarded for information
• Approval of 2022 Annual Report for submission by March 31, 2023
• Statement of Expenditures for 2021 (November 2022) received
• Adoption of September 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee approved its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council. Members also received information regarding climate action and renewable energy implementation plans.

• Approved 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council
• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved minutes from September 21, 2022 (Carried)
• Received report on Climate Action Plan – Progress Report 2021 (Carried)
• Received report on Renewable and Low-emissions Energy Implementation Plan (Carried)
• Received update on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Subcommittee social media engagement (Carried)
• Received 2021 Statement of Expenditures (Carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS SPECIAL MEETING

This special meeting of Saskatoon City Council has two main items: selecting a site for a future arena/event centre and approving the purchase of land for it. Council will vote on a recommendation to approve Option 1, placing the arena on Site A at the Midtown Shopping Centre North Parking Lot. They will also consider authorizing the purchase of the Midtown North Lot at 140 Pacific Avenue for $25 million. Public comments on these items are included in the agenda.

• Recommendation to approve Option 1 for arena/event centre at Site A – Midtown Shopping Centre North Parking Lot
• Proposed purchase of Midtown North Lot, 140 Pacific Avenue, approximately 5.28 acres, for $25 million
• Authorization for City Solicitor to prepare auxiliary agreements and Mayor/City Clerk to execute them
• Authorization to enter interim parking operation and management agreement with Midtown for the North Lot
• Public comments and a request to speak (withdrawn) submitted for items 5.1 and 5.2

City Council selected Site A (Midtown Shopping Centre North Parking Lot) as the location for a future event centre/arena. Council subsequently authorized the purchase of the 5.28-acre site at 140 Pacific Avenue for $25 million.

• Approved Option 1 to locate the future event centre/arena on Site A – Midtown Shopping Centre North Parking Lot (8-0)
• Authorized purchase of Midtown North Lot (140 Pacific Avenue) for $25 million (8-0)
• Authorized City Solicitor to prepare associated agreements for signature by the Mayor and City Clerk (8-0)
• Authorized Administration to enter into an interim parking operation and management agreement with Midtown for the North Lot (8-0)

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Property Maintenance Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on November 16, 2022, to consider Appeal No. 17-2022 regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention issued under Bylaw No. 8175 for the property at 1236 Idylwyld Drive North. The agenda lists this single item, with no attachments or additional details provided. The meeting is open to the public and runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Committee Room E at City Hall.

• Appeal No. 17-2022 concerning 1236 Idylwyld Drive North
• Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175 (Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003)
• Public hearing scheduled 3:30-6:00 p.m., November 16, 2022, Committee Room E, City Hall

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend changes to council procedures, including amendments to The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014, and to respond to the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission's 2022 remuneration report. The committee will also receive information reports on the 2022 financial forecast and governance options regarding conduct of council members. A significant portion of the meeting will be held in camera to discuss strategic considerations and land acquisitions for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District, as well as numerous board and committee appointments.

• Amendments to The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014, including rules for deferred items, meeting cancellations, speaking times, and committee structure
• Administration response to Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission 2022 Remuneration Report, including review of council support and expense policies
• 2022 Financial Forecast report
• Mayor Clark's governance options regarding conduct of council members
• In camera items: Downtown Event and Entertainment District strategic considerations and auxiliary site land acquisitions

The Governance and Priorities Committee recommended several amendments to The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014, and proposed changes to councillor remuneration and expense policies. The committee also requested administrative reports on budget risks and IT deficits.

• Recommended amendments to The Procedures and Committees Bylaw, 2014 (11-0)
• Recommended hiring an HR firm to review Council member and assistant workloads (10-0)
• Recommended consolidating councillor travel expense policies into one document (10-0)
• Recommended expanding the Council Member Expenses webpage to describe all benefits (10-0)
• Recommended requiring paid receipts for all Communications and Constituency Relations Allowance reimbursements (10-0)
• Requested report on risks and benefits of discretionary hiring and spending freezes for 2024 budget (11-0)
• Requested report on projected Information Technology deficit for 2023 budget (11-0)
• Recommended forwarding 2023 annual board and commission appointments to City Council (11-0)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will consider approving its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council, and will vote on several $1,000 co-sponsorships for community events. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, verbal updates, and a budget statement.

• Approve 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council by March 31, 2023
• Authorize $1,000 cheque to Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools for Virtual Round Dance
• Authorize $1,000 cheque to Mennonite Central Committee Saskatchewan for Peace Conference
• Consider $1,000 co-sponsorships for Newcomer Talking Circles, 2023 Annual Diversity Awards Gala, and World Refugee Day
• Receive 2022 budget statement of expenditures

The Committee approved its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council. It authorized multiple $1,000 payments for community events and approved new co-sponsorship requests. Some items received conditional approval due to a loss of quorum.

• Approved 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council
• Authorized $1,000 payment to Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools for Virtual Round Dance
• Authorized $1,000 payment to Mennonite Central Committee Saskatchewan for Peace Conference
• Approved $1,000 co-sponsorship for Newcomer Talking Circles
• Approved $1,000 co-sponsorship for 2023 Annual Diversity Awards Gala
• Conditionally approved $1,000 co-sponsorship for World Refugee Day
• Conditionally approved up to 6 members to attend 2022 Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference
• Approved minutes from September 8, 2022 meeting

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC - SPECIAL MEETING

This special meeting of Saskatoon's Standing Policy Committee on Transportation covers several deferred items. The committee will recommend to City Council whether to approve a shared electric kick scooter pilot project with two vendors, adopt the Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study, approve a transit fleet renewal strategy with $6.5M in 2023 funding, and receive information on taxi fare fuel mechanisms and a noise bylaw amendment request.

• Shared electric kick scooter pilot: approve regulatory framework, bylaw amendments, parking fee structure, and two vendors
• Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study: add Recommended Plan to Transportation Master Plan, list with 11th Street West Grade Separation as common project
• Transit fleet: approve Option 3 (Fully Accelerated Approach), $6.5M in 2023 for five 40-foot and three 60-foot diesel buses
• Taxi fare mechanisms to address fuel cost fluctuations: information received
• Scott Wood request to amend Noise Bylaw No. 8244, 2003: information received, administration to respond

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation recommended the approval of a shared electric kick scooter pilot project and a transit fleet replacement strategy. The committee also recommended adding the Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study to the city's infrastructure list.

• Recommended approval of shared electric kick scooter pilot with two vendors (5-0)
• Recommended adding Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study to the STMP Infrastructure List (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 'Option 3 – The Fully Accelerated Approach' for transit fleet replacement (4-0)
• Recommended $6.5M in 2023 for eight diesel buses via Federal STHP funding (4-0)
• Received information on taxi fare mechanisms for fuel cost fluctuations (4-0)
• Received request to amend Noise Bylaw and directed Administration to respond to writer (3-0)

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance will consider several items, including a five-year lease extension for Zayo Canada Inc. at 414 Avenue A South, approval of terms of reference for a Fleet Services Audit Phase 2, and a recommendation to sign the Saskatchewan Women Entrepreneurship (WESK) Charter. The committee will also receive information reports on capital project status and a land lease program inquiry, and will move into a closed session for land and audit matters.

• Lease amendment and extension for Zayo Canada Inc. at 414 Avenue A South for a five-year term
• Fleet Services Audit – Phase 2 Terms of Reference
• Signing the Saskatchewan Women Entrepreneurship (WESK) Charter
• Capital Project Status Report as at July 31, 2022
• In camera items: land matter, fraud risk program assessment, city auditor updates

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance recommended that City Council sign the WESK Charter to support social procurement. The committee also approved a lease extension for Zayo Canada Inc. and the terms for a fleet services audit.

• Recommended to City Council that the Mayor sign the Saskatchewan Women Entrepreneurship (WESK) Charter (5-0)
• Approved five-year lease amendment and renewal for Zayo Canada Inc. at 414 Avenue A South (5-0)
• Approved Terms of Reference for Fleet Services Audit – Phase 2 (5-0)
• Deferred inquiry into Land Lease Program for Community, Religious Groups or Not-For-Profits to December 6, 2022 (5-0)
• Received Capital Project Status Report as of July 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Voted to keep Land Matter, Fraud Risk Program Assessment, and City Auditor Updates In Camera (4-0)

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will consider several reports and recommendations for City Council, including additional funding for SPCA pound services, a capital project for the Civic Heritage Program, and an expanded project scope for the West Industrial Area. The committee will also receive information items on growth monitoring, a petition to allow fireworks on Diwali, and a letter on safety and homelessness. Public speakers are scheduled for the development bond and heritage items.

• Recommend to Council an amended 2023 SPCA pound services contract with increased funding, plus a new grant program for adoption and shelter services
• Recommend to Council a capital project to support the Civic Heritage Program for 2023 budget deliberations
• Recommend to Council funding options for the expanded West Industrial Area project scope
• Receive 2022 Growth Monitoring Report as information
• Receive petition to update city bylaw to allow fireworks on Diwali

The committee recommended that City Council increase funding for the 2023 SPCA pound services contract and establish a new grant program for adoption and shelter services. Other actions included referring a Diwali fireworks bylaw request and development bond concerns to administration for further reporting.

• Recommended increased funding for 2023 SPCA pound services contract (6-0)
• Recommended establishing a new grant program for adoption and shelter services (6-0)
• Recommended forwarding Civic Heritage Program capital project to 2023 Budget deliberations (6-0)
• Recommended forwarding West Industrial Area expanded project scope funding options to 2023 Budget deliberations (6-0)
• Referred Diwali fireworks bylaw amendment implications to Administration (6-0)
• Referred development bond matter to Administration for a report (6-0)
• Directed Administration to explore non-traditional funding for Civic Heritage Program (6-0)
• Received 2022 Growth Monitoring Report as information (6-0)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on one appeal: a denied development permit for 419 Chitek Crescent. A second appeal regarding 2223 Coy Avenue was withdrawn. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the permit denial.

• Appeal 33-2022: Development Permit Denial at 419 Chitek Crescent
• Appeal 32-2022: Order to Remedy Contravention at 2223 Coy Avenue — WITHDRAWN

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is meeting to consider recommendations on several major items: approving a shared electric kick scooter pilot program, adding the Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study to the Transportation Master Plan, and approving a fully accelerated transit fleet replacement strategy with $6.5M in 2023 funding. The committee will also receive information reports on taxi fare mechanisms, transit service disruptions, and the administration's response to an auditor's report.

• Shared electric kick scooter pilot program regulatory framework and designated parking area fee structure
• Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study recommended plan and 11th Street West Grade Separation Concept
• Transit fleet renewal: Option 3 Fully Accelerated Approach and $6.5M for eight diesel buses in 2023
• Taxi fare mechanisms to address fuel cost fluctuations
• Investigation of Saskatoon Transit service disruptions and administration response

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation received an auditor's report and an administration response regarding Saskatoon Transit service disruptions. These reports were forwarded to City Council for information. Several other items were deferred to a special meeting due to time constraints.

• Approved forwarding reports on Saskatoon Transit service disruptions to City Council (5-0)
• Received reports on Saskatoon Transit service disruptions as information (5-0)
• Deferred request to amend Noise Bylaw No. 8244, 2003 to a Special Meeting
• Deferred Taxi Fare Mechanisms to Address Fluctuations in Fuel Cost to a Special Meeting
• Deferred Shared Electric Kick Scooter Program Pilot to a Special Meeting
• Deferred Circle Drive West Functional Planning Study Final Report to a Special Meeting
• Deferred Saskatoon Transit Long-Term Fleet Renewal and Funding Strategy to a Special Meeting

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services will consider recommendations on supporting low-income households, approving a renewable energy implementation plan, and adjusting climate action reporting. It will also receive an update on the Fusion Project. The committee will vote on these items and forward recommendations to City Council.

• Consider implementing Option 4 for low-income support starting fiscal year 2024, with a Universal Low Income Subsidy by 2027
• Approve in principle 'Alternative Currents: A Renewable and Low-emissions Energy Implementation Plan'
• Approve in principle a biennial reporting timeline for the Climate Action Plan
• Receive information report on Fusion Project update and future reporting

The committee recommended a phased approach to support low-income households, starting with a $100 fixed bridging subsidy in 2024 and moving toward a Universal Low Income Subsidy program by 2027. It also recommended the approval of a renewable energy implementation plan and a reporting timeline for the Climate Action Plan.

• Recommended $100 fixed bridging subsidy (Option 4) for fiscal year 2024 and Universal Low Income Subsidy program (Option 5) for fiscal year 2027 (5-0)
• Recommended approval in principle of 'Alternative Currents: A Renewable and Low-emissions Energy Implementation Plan' (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Climate Action Plan reporting timeline and biennial progress reports (5-0)
• Directed administration to report on options to meet international climate targets like Net Zero (5-0)
• Directed administration to develop a Council Policy on User Fees and Subsidies by Quarter 4 of 2023 (5-0)
• Received Fusion Project Update and Future Reporting as information (5-0)

DOWNTOWN EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY GROUP

The Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group is meeting to discuss the downtown event district project. The entire substantive portion of the agenda, including a project update, site selection recommendation, and a special council meeting, is scheduled to be held in camera (closed to the public) under financial and other interests exemptions.

• In camera session covering project update, site selection recommendation, and media strategy
• Discussion of a City Council special meeting
• Meeting held on Treaty 6 Territory and the Traditional Homeland of the Métis People

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including confirming the agenda, adopting October minutes, and receiving updates from the chair and subcommittees. The main decision is approving its 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council by March 31, 2023, with the 2023 work plan to be discussed in January. The committee will also receive its 2022 budget expenditures and discuss the Heritage Plan and Policy.

• Approve 2022 Annual Report for submission to City Council
• Receive 2022 budget statement of expenditures
• Discuss Heritage Plan and Policy
• Receive chair and subcommittee updates
• Adopt minutes from October 5, 2022 meeting

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee approved its 2022 Annual Report with amendments regarding work plan goals and accomplishments. The report is scheduled for submission to City Council via the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services by March 31, 2023.

• Approved 2022 Annual Report as amended (Carried)
• Confirmed meeting agenda (Carried)
• Adopted October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received information on Heritage Preservation in Saskatoon Report (Carried)
• Received 2022 statement of expenditures (Carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council holds a public hearing meeting to consider several land-use and bylaw items. They will vote on a discretionary use application for a residential care home, a recommendation to deny removal of a holding symbol on Meadows Parkway, and two proposed bylaws: a new North P4G District Plan and the Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022. Public submissions were accepted online before the meeting.

• Discretionary Use Application for Residential Care Home Type II (up to 15 residents, 2 staff) at 2214 Clarence Avenue South – recommended for approval
• Application to remove Holding Symbol (H) from portion of 2775 Meadows Parkway (Rosewood) – recommended for denial
• Bylaw No. 9834 – Proposed New Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth (P4G) District North C.Plan – to be considered
• Bylaw No. 9845 – The Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022 – to be considered

City Council passed Bylaw No. 9834 for the Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth District North C Plan and Bylaw No. 9845 regarding Business Improvement Districts. Council also approved a residential care home application and denied a request to remove a holding symbol on Meadows Parkway.

• Approved Residential Care Home Type II for up to 15 residents at 2214 Clarence Avenue South (9-0)
• Denied removal of Holding Symbol (H) at portion of 2775 Meadows Parkway (8-1)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9834 for Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth District North C Plan (9-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9845, The Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022 (8-1)
• Approved minutes of the September 26, 2022 Public Hearing meeting (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

City Council will consider a consent agenda with recommendations from five standing committees, including a $10,032,700 federal funding increase for the Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre and a $6,507,300 increase for the Albert Community Centre. Council will also vote on proposed bylaw amendments for animal control, impounding, and waste, as well as funding for attainable housing and heritage projects.

• Increase Capital Project P.10014 Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre by $10,032,700 from federal funding
• Increase Capital Project P.10046 Albert Community Centre by $6,507,300 from federal funding plus $1,626,800 from reserve
• Approve $100,000 mill rate and $300,000 capital contribution for Attainable Housing Program
• Approve up to $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation of Third Avenue United Church
• Approve $80,000 land purchase in University Heights and $20,790 for West Industrial Multi-Use Corridor

City Council passed The Waste Bylaw, 2022 and The Residential Parking Program Amendment Bylaw, 2022. The council also approved several land acquisitions and funding for community projects, including heritage conservation and attainable housing.

• Passed The Waste Bylaw, 2022 (8-2)
• Passed The Residential Parking Program Amendment Bylaw, 2022 (10-0)
• Approved amendments to Animal Control and Dangerous Animals bylaws (10-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2.00 acres in University Heights for $80,000 (10-0)
• Authorized purchase of 0.042-acre portion of ISC Parcel No. 119876114 for $20,790 (10-0)
• Approved $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation of Third Avenue United Church (10-0)
• Increased Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre budget by $10,032,700 and Albert Community Centre by $6,507,300 (10-0)
• Approved 2023 Council and Committee meeting schedule (9-1)

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review and forward recommendations to City Council on four land-use items: three rezoning applications and one discretionary use application for a residential care home. The commission will also adopt minutes from its September 27 meeting and receive a verbal update on reports to Council. All items are recommendations for Council's consideration at public hearings.

• Rezoning Aspen Ridge Phase 3 from FUD to R1B, R2, RMTN, RM3
• Rosewood rezoning from R1A to R1B and R1A(H) to R1B(H)
• Residential Care Home Type II at 1637 and 1639 1st Avenue North (6 residents, 3 staff)
• Zoning by Agreement for 109 Secord Way to RM4 (medium/high-density multiple-unit)

The Municipal Planning Commission approved forwarding four recommendations to City Council. These include rezoning requests for the Aspen Ridge, Rosewood, and Brighton areas, as well as a discretionary use application for a residential care home.

• Recommended rezoning Aspen Ridge Neighbourhood Phase 3 from FUD to R1B, R2, RMTN and RM3 (Carried)
• Recommended Rosewood Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment and rezoning from R1A to R1B and R1A(H) to R1B(H) (Carried)
• Recommended approval of Residential Care Home Type II at 1637 and 1639 1st Avenue North for max 6 residents and 3 staff (Carried)
• Recommended rezoning 109 Secord Way from RMTN1 to RM4 subject to a Zoning Agreement (Carried)

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive information reports and make recommendations to City Council on several items, including the 2023 business plan and budget pressures, amendments to the Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Policy, the 2023 meeting schedule, and the term of appointments to the Board of Police Commissioners. The committee will also consider a motion from Mayor Clark requesting a report on governance options regarding public concerns about the conduct of council members. Several items will be discussed in camera, including updates and resignations.

• 2023 Business Plan and Budget Pressures and Opportunities (information report)
• Amendments to Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Policy C03-036
• 2023 City Council and Committee Meeting Schedule (recommending Option 2a)
• Term of Appointment for Board of Police Commissioners (recommending two-year term confirmed annually)
• Mayor Clark's motion on governance options for conduct of council members

The Governance and Priorities Committee recommended City Council approve the 2023 meeting schedule (Option 2a) with a 5 p.m. end time, and approved amendments to the Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Policy. A motion to defer the meeting schedule was defeated. The committee also recommended no further changes to the Code of Ethical Conduct and a two-year term for the Board of Police Commissioners.

• Approved 2023 Council and Committee meeting schedule (Option 2a) with 5 p.m. end time (8-3)
• Approved amendments to Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget Policy C03-036 (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to defer meeting schedule for more information (2-9)
• Recommended no further amendments to Code of Ethical Conduct Bylaw (unanimous)
• Recommended two-year term for Board of Police Commissioners, confirmed annually (unanimous)
• Approved motion for administration report on governance options for conduct of members (9-1, 1 conflict)
• Received 2023 Business Plan and Budget Pressures report as information
• Approved administration report on ward boundary population thresholds across Canada (unanimous)

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to consider approving the 2023 capital and operating budget estimates, which would then be forwarded to City Council. The board will also receive an update on body-worn cameras and handle a collective agreement letter from the police executive officers' association. Most other agenda items are routine procedural matters, including minutes, reports, and a move to a closed in-camera session.

• 2023 capital budget estimates and 2024-2027 capital plan to be approved and forwarded to City Council
• 2023 operating budget estimates to be approved and forwarded to City Council
• Body-worn cameras update to be received
• Letter from Saskatoon Police Executive Officers' Association on collective agreement negotiations to be forwarded to administration

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved the 2023 capital and operating budget estimates and forwarded them to Saskatoon City Council for consideration. The board also received information reports on body-worn cameras, the chief's report, and an environmental scan. All decisions were unanimous with one commissioner absent.

• Approved 2023 capital budget estimates and 2024-2027 capital plan, forwarded to city council (6-0)
• Approved 2023 operating budget estimates, forwarded to city council (6-0)
• Received information on body-worn cameras (6-0)
• Received chief's report on community events and crime reduction (6-0)
• Adopted minutes of September 15, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Forwarded collective agreement correspondence to administration (6-0)

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

This agenda for the Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on 2022-10-19 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Property Maintenance Appeals Board is holding a public hearing to consider Appeal No. 15-2022 regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention issued under Bylaw No. 8175 for the property at 301 Douglas Crescent. The agenda contains only this single appeal item.

• Appeal No. 15-2022 concerning 301 Douglas Crescent
• Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175 (Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

This is a procedural agenda for the Development Appeals Board meeting on October 18, 2022. The agenda lists only call to order, appeal hearings, and adjournment, with no specific appeals or details provided in the document.

• Meeting open to the public
• Appeal hearings scheduled

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance is meeting to consider several recommendations for City Council, including two land acquisitions, a budget adjustment for federal funding, and a request to speak on tax exemptions. The committee will also receive information reports on property tax status and delegate authority matters. Most items are recommendations that will go to City Council for final approval.

• Authorize purchase of 2.00 acres in University Heights from Barry's Development Ltd. for $80,000.00
• Authorize purchase of 0.042-acre portion of ISC Parcel No. 119876114 from Saskatoon Food Bank Inc. for $20,790.00
• Increase Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre project by $10,032,700 from federal funding
• Increase Albert Community Centre project by $6,507,300 from federal funding plus $1,626,800 from Civic Buildings reserve
• Request to speak by Ailsa Watkinson on tax exemptions for community-based organizations

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve $10,032,700 in federal funding for Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre accessibility upgrades and pool rehabilitation, and $6,507,300 for Albert Community Centre capital renewal, plus a $1,626,800 exception from the Civic Buildings Comprehensive Maintenance Reserve. The committee also recommended purchasing two parcels of land: 2.00 acres in University Heights for $80,000 and a 0.042-acre portion for the West Industrial Multi-Use Corridor from the Saskatoon Food Bank for $20,790. A request from Ailsa Watkinson regarding tax exemptions for community-based organizations was referred to Administration for a report.

• Recommended $10,032,700 federal funding increase for Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre upgrades (5-0)
• Recommended $6,507,300 federal funding increase for Albert Community Centre capital renewal (5-0)
• Recommended $1,626,800 exception from Civic Buildings Comprehensive Maintenance Reserve for Albert Community Centre (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of 2.00 acres in University Heights from Barry’s Development Ltd. for $80,000 (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of 0.042-acre from Saskatoon Food Bank for West Industrial Multi-Use Corridor for $20,790 (5-0)
• Referred tax exemption concerns for community-based organizations to Administration for report (5-0)
• Received information report on property tax status for Sports on Tap at Prairieland Park (5-0)
• Kept City Auditor updates confidential under LAFOIP (5-0)

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will consider several recommendations to City Council, including proposed amendments to animal control and dangerous animals bylaws, funding options for the Attainable Housing Program, and heritage grants for two properties. The committee will also receive information reports on short-term accommodation regulations, development approval coordination, and body camera usage in parking services, plus hear a request from the Street Activity Subcommittee regarding an extreme weather strategy.

• Proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 7860 (Animal Control) and Bylaw No. 8176 (Dangerous Animals)
• Funding options for Attainable Housing Program forwarded to 2023 Business Plan and Budget deliberations
• Funding request up to $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation at Third Avenue United Church, 304 3rd Avenue North
• Proposed heritage designation for Tees and Persse Building, 331 1st Avenue North, with $2,500 for recognition plaque
• Information report on body camera usage in Parking Services

The committee voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve a $100,000 mill rate contribution and a $300,000 capital contribution toward the Saskatoon Attainable Housing Program, as well as a new $245,000 capital project to prepare a new Housing Strategy. The committee also unanimously recommended approving amendments to the Animal Control and Dangerous Animals bylaws, and approved funding for heritage projects including up to $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation of Third Avenue United Church and a heritage designation for the Tees and Persse Building. All decisions were carried unanimously with one member absent.

• Recommended $400K for Attainable Housing Program and new Housing Strategy (5-0)
• Recommended amendments to Animal Control and Dangerous Animals bylaws (5-0)
• Approved up to $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation of Third Avenue United Church (5-0)
• Recommended heritage designation for Tees and Persse Building at 331 1st Avenue North (5-0)
• Directed administration to report on options for greater public water access by Spring 2023 (5-0)
• Directed administration to speak with festival partners on extreme heat risk mitigation (5-0)
• Received information reports on short-term rental regulations, development approval coordination, and body cameras in parking services (5-0)

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review and discuss the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review's accessible parking standards, provide feedback on the electric scooter regulatory framework, and receive updates on funding and other items. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and verbal updates from the chair and subcommittees.

• Review of accessible parking standards from the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review
• Approval of draft letter on electric scooter regulatory framework feedback
• Information on Canada Healthy Communities Initiative funding
• Adoption of September 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• 2022 budget expenditure statement

The committee discussed proposed changes to accessible parking standards as part of the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review and agreed to submit written feedback by November 7. It also approved a draft letter on the electric scooter regulatory framework, with an amendment to change 'rent' to 'allow'. No final decisions were made on policy; actions were limited to providing input to administration.

• Approved agenda as amended to include a public letter (carried)
• Adopted minutes of September 9, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received subcommittee updates as information (carried)
• Received information on Canada Healthy Communities Initiative funding (carried)
• Approved motion to provide written feedback on accessible parking standards by November 7 (carried)
• Approved draft electric scooter letter with amendment to change 'rent' to 'allow' (carried)
• Received work plan update as information (carried)
• Received budget expenditure statement as information (carried)

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: confirming the agenda, adopting minutes from September 9, 2022, and receiving verbal updates from the chair and public art consultant. They will also discuss the 2022 annual report and work plan, review the budget expenditures, and move into a closed session to discuss a loan of artwork.

• Adoption of minutes from September 9, 2022 meeting
• Verbal update on 'Updating the Public Art Catalogue' with Barbara Reimer
• Discussion of 2022 annual report and work plan (File No. CK 430-62)
• Budget update with October expenditures (File No. CK 1704-5)
• In camera session to discuss loan of artwork under LAFOIP Section 16(1)(b)

The Public Art Advisory Committee accepted an offered loan of artwork, with the installation location to be determined by Administration. The committee also received updates on the public art catalogue and the installation of "As Long as the Grass Grows." A proposal for two workshops in January 2023 was discussed, with more details expected at the next meeting.

• Accepted loan of artwork, installation location to be determined by Administration (carried)
• Received verbal update on public art catalogue progress and "As Long as the Grass Grows" installation (carried)
• Received budget subcommittee verbal update and statement of expenditures (carried)

LICENCE APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Licence Appeal Board is holding a closed-session hearing on Friday, October 14, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Committee Room E at City Hall. The agenda contains one item: Appeal 4-2022, regarding a refusal to issue a taxi licence. No attachments or further details are provided in the agenda.

• Appeal 4-2022 - Taxi Licence (refusal to issue taxi licence)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is meeting to hear a single residential appeal regarding property assessment. No commercial appeals are scheduled. The hearing is open to the public and will take place at City Hall.

• Residential appeal hearing for 2628 Munroe Ave S (Roll No. 545215400, File 765-2022) at 9:00 a.m.

DOWNTOWN EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY GROUP

The Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group is meeting to discuss the downtown event district project. Most substantive items — project update, public consultation strategy, parking and active transportation, and site selection steps — will be considered in a closed in-camera session under provincial privacy law. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public decisions listed.

• In-camera session for items 4.1 to 4.6 under Section 17 of LAFOIP
• Project update discussion
• Public consultation and communications strategy
• Parking and active transportation strategy
• Site selection steps

BOARD OF REVISION

The Board of Revision is meeting to hear two commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will consider the appeals and render decisions.

• Appeal 583-2022 for 100 McLeod Ave (Roll No. 524619450)
• Appeal 782-2022 for 1015 64th St E (Roll No. 415201000)

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on heritage projects, including funding approval for exterior painting of Rugby Chapel at 1337 College Drive, and to discuss the Heritage Plan and Policy. The committee will also review its 2022 budget expenditures and consider direction on the Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference. Most agenda items are informational or routine updates.

• Approval of funding for exterior painting of Rugby Chapel, 1337 College Drive
• Discussion of Heritage Plan and Policy
• 2022 budget statement of expenditures
• Verbal update on Montgomery Place Historical Walking Tour
• 2022 Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference (Nov 28-29)

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee voted to send a letter to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services supporting the Administration's phased approach to Heritage Preservation and Promotion in Saskatoon. The Committee also discussed planning walking tours for the 2023 work plan and agreed to focus on hosting the Doors Open Event in person with a virtual option if COVID-19 mandates change. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved sending a letter supporting the Administration's phased approach to Heritage Preservation and Promotion
• Agreed to focus on hosting the Doors Open Event in person with a virtual option if COVID-19 mandates change
• Proposed that planning walking tours be considered for the 2023 work plan
• Confirmed the agenda as presented
• Adopted the minutes of the September 16, 2022 special meeting
• Received updates from the City Archivist and Heritage and Design Coordinator as information
• Directed the Policy and Planning Subcommittee to meet and provide an update at the next meeting
• Received the 2022 budget statement of expenditures as information

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Appeal Board is holding a public hearing to consider three appeals against orders to remedy contraventions issued under the Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw. The appeals concern properties at 326 Witney Avenue South and 716 10th Street East (two appeals for the latter address). The board will decide whether to uphold, modify, or cancel the orders.

• Appeal No. 13-2022 - 326 Witney Avenue South
• Appeal No. 14-2022 - 716 10th Street East
• Appeal No. 16-2022 - 716 10th Street East
• Bylaw No. 8175 - The Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is meeting to hear seven commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will review each case and render decisions on the assessed values.

• 7 commercial appeal hearings scheduled
• No residential appeals listed
• Appeals include properties at 2174 Airport Dr, 2318 Northridge Dr, 309 22nd St E, 130 1st Ave N, 101 2nd Ave N, 154 1st Ave S, 170 2nd Ave S

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is meeting to hear one appeal (Appeal 31-2022) regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention issued for the property at 324 109th Street West. The agenda includes only this appeal hearing and standard procedural items (call to order, adjournment).

• Appeal 31-2022 - Order to Remedy Contravention - 324 109th Street West

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is meeting to consider several transportation-related items, including proposed amendments to the Impounding Bylaw, accessible parking standards, wayfinding guidelines, and a new winter maintenance level for McOrmond Drive. The committee will also adopt minutes from its September 6 meeting and may discuss an in-camera City Auditor update.

• Proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 8640, The Impounding Bylaw, 2007
• Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review – Accessible Parking Standards
• Destination Vehicular Wayfinding Guidelines
• McOrmond Drive Multi-Way Boulevard – Winter Level of Service (Option 4: snow graded within 72 hours, removed within 2 days when accumulation is 10 cm or more)

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation voted to recommend a new winter service level for McOrmond Drive's multi-way boulevard: snow will be graded within 72 hours and removed within 2 days when accumulation reaches 10 cm or more. The committee also unanimously recommended amendments to the Impounding Bylaw and forwarded accessible parking standards to the Accessibility Advisory Committee. A motion to refer wayfinding guidelines back for further reporting on dog parks and tourist attractions was defeated on a tied vote, but the guidelines were later approved in principle.

• Approved new snow removal service level for McOrmond Drive multi-way boulevard (5-1)
• Recommended amendments to The Impounding Bylaw, 2007 (6-0)
• Forwarded accessible parking standards report to Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Defeated motion to refer Destination Vehicular Wayfinding Guidelines back for further reporting on dog parks and tourist attractions (3-3 tied vote)
• Approved Destination Vehicular Wayfinding Guidelines in principle (4-2)

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services will consider several reports, including a recommendation to approve the Urban Forest Management Plan 2022-2031, a strategy for the 2023 waste reserve and curbside organics transition funding, and information updates on the curbside organics program and drinking water advisories. The committee will also adopt minutes from its September 6, 2022 meeting.

• Recommendation to approve the Pathway to a Sustainable Urban Forest: Implementation of the Urban Forest Management Plan 2022-2031
• 2023 Waste Reserve Structure and Curbside Organics Program Transition Funding Strategy, including draft amendments to Council Policy C03-003
• Curbside Organics Program Update – Communications and Education Strategy
• Process for Drinking Water Advisories report
• Adoption of minutes from September 6, 2022 meeting

The committee voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve the Pathway to a Sustainable Urban Forest: Implementation of the Urban Forest Management Plan 2022-2031, in principle. It also recommended updating the reserve policy and including a transition funding strategy for the curbside organics program in the 2023 budget. Two information reports on the curbside organics program and drinking water advisories were received.

• Recommended City Council approve the Urban Forest Management Plan 2022-2031, in principle (unanimous, 5-0).
• Recommended City Council update Policy C03-003 Reserves for Future Expenditures (unanimous, 5-0).
• Recommended the transition funding strategy for curbside organics be included in 2023 budget deliberations (unanimous, 5-0).
• Received as information the Curbside Organics Program Update – Communications and Education Strategy (unanimous, 5-0).
• Received as information the Process for Drinking Water Advisories report (unanimous, 5-0).
• Forwarded the drinking water advisories report to City Council for information (unanimous, 5-0).
• Adopted the agenda as amended to include a letter from SOS Trees Coalition (unanimous, 5-0).
• Adopted the minutes of the September 6, 2022 meeting (unanimous, 5-0).

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is meeting to hear two commercial property assessment appeals, for properties at 2326 Millar Ave and 2412 Millar Ave. No residential appeals are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public and runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

• Commercial appeal 651-2022 for 2326 Millar Ave
• Commercial appeal 710-2022 for 2412 Millar Ave
• No residential appeals scheduled

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider a discretionary use application from D+S Homes for a Residential Care Home Type II at 2214 Clarence Avenue South, for up to 15 residents and two staff. The commission will vote on forwarding a recommendation to City Council to approve the application, subject to conditions including obtaining a development permit and building permit. The agenda also includes routine items: adopting previous minutes, receiving verbal reports from the chair, and confirming the agenda.

• Discretionary Use Application – Residential Care Home Type II – 2214 Clarence Avenue South
• Recommendation to forward approval to City Council with conditions
• Up to 15 residents and two staff at any one time
• Adoption of August 30, 2022 minutes
• Verbal reports from chair on Council update and conference

The Municipal Planning Commission voted to forward a discretionary use application for a Residential Care Home Type II at 2214 Clarence Avenue South to City Council with a recommendation for approval. The home would house up to 15 residents and two staff members. No concerns were raised during the meeting.

• Approved forwarding discretionary use application for Residential Care Home Type II at 2214 Clarence Avenue South to City Council (carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council is holding a public hearing to consider four land-use items: expanding a residential care home, approving a tavern, and amending the Stonebridge neighbourhood plan and rezoning a property. The council will hear from the public and staff before voting on recommendations.

• Discretionary use application to expand Residential Care Home Type II at 3230 Mountbatten Street from 9 to 15 residents
• Discretionary use application for a Tavern at 334 20th Street West by Christie Peters and POP Wine Bar Ltd.
• Proposed Stonebridge Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment at 250 Hunter Road
• Rezoning of 250 Hunter Road via Bylaw No. 9841
• Proclamation and flag raising requests for August 2022

City Council unanimously approved three discretionary use applications: expanding a residential care home at 3230 Mountbatten Street to 15 residents, a tavern at 334 20th Street West, and a Stonebridge neighbourhood concept plan amendment and rezoning at 250 Hunter Road. All decisions were carried 10-0 with one absence.

• Approved expansion of Residential Care Home Type II at 3230 Mountbatten Street to 15 residents and 2 staff (10-0)
• Approved tavern use at 334 20th Street West (10-0)
• Approved Stonebridge Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment at 250 Hunter Road (10-0)
• Approved rezoning at 250 Hunter Road via Bylaw No. 9841, given first, second, and third readings (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

City Council unanimously adopted the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and directed administration to work with the Saskatoon Tribal Council on an implementation plan. Council also approved a variable black cart garbage utility with three cart options, funded through borrowing against the future utility, in a 9-2 vote. Several other items were approved, including funding reallocations, traffic bylaw amendments, and a renewed Discover Saskatoon contract.

• Adopted UN Declaration on Rights of Indigenous Peoples (11-0)
• Approved variable black cart garbage utility with three cart options (9-2)
• Approved $4.195M in Saskatoon Light & Power capital fund reallocations (unanimous)
• Approved speed limit reductions on 22nd Street and Neault Road (unanimous)
• Approved Discover Saskatoon one-year bridge contract with 5% funding increase (unanimous)
• Approved submission of BRT and East Leisure Center projects to ICIP (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 9842 (Traffic Amendment) and Bylaw 9843 (street name change) (unanimous)
• Approved continued appointment of Jeff Jorgenson as City Manager (10-1)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Board of Revision held a hearing for 24 commercial property tax appeals, mostly on 8th Street East, concerning the assessor's use of a 6.41% cap rate. The parties agreed to narrow the issues to two contested sales: 167 2nd Ave S/130 21st St E and 2010 8th St E. The board heard evidence and testimony but did not issue a decision during the meeting; the decision was later recorded on October 24, 2022.

• Heard 24 commercial property tax appeals (no residential appeals)
• Parties agreed to narrow issues to two sales: 167 2nd Ave S/130 21st St E and 2010 8th St E
• Confidentiality order granted for appellant's financial documents
• Decision deferred to Record of Decision dated October 24, 2022

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: appointing a new vice-chair for 2022, approving June minutes, and receiving updates from the chair and members. A key item is a presentation on the draft regulatory framework for the shared electric scooter program pilot. The committee will also receive its 2021 expenditure statement and updates from its greenhouse gas emissions subcommittee.

• Appointment of Vice-Chair for remainder of 2022 due to resignation of Erin Akins
• Verbal update on Draft Regulatory Framework - Shared Electric Scooter Program Pilot
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2022 meeting
• Statement of Expenditures for 2021 (June 2022 report) received
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions Subcommittee verbal update

The committee appointed Rourke Wunder-Buhr as Vice-Chair for the remainder of 2022 following the resignation of Erin Akins. Members received updates on the Bus Stop Blues Campaign, Downtown Event Centre survey, and a draft regulatory framework for a shared electric scooter pilot program. No substantive policy decisions were made; all motions were to receive information or approve routine items.

• Appointed Rourke Wunder-Buhr as Vice-Chair for remainder of 2022 (carried)
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received Chair's update on Bus Stop Blues Campaign, Downtown Event Centre survey, EcoHack, and Renewable Energy Strategy survey (carried)
• Received presentation on draft regulatory framework for shared electric scooter pilot program (carried)
• Received update on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Subcommittee social media campaign (carried)
• Received 2022 Statement of Expenditures (carried)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board will hold public hearings on three appeals: two denials of development permits and one order to remedy a contravention. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the city's decisions.

• Appeal 28-2022: Development permit denial at 3346 Caen Street
• Appeal 29-2022: Order to remedy contravention at 154 Willoughby Crescent
• Appeal 30-2022: Development permit denial at 1268 Baltzan Boulevard

The board held hearings for three appeals (two permit denials and one order to remedy) but did not announce any decisions during the meeting; outcomes are recorded in a separate Record of Decision dated October 6, 2022.

• Appeal 28-2022 (3346 Caen Street) — development permit denial heard; decision deferred to written record
• Appeal 30-2022 (154 Willoughby Crescent) — order to remedy contravention heard; decision deferred to written record
• Appeal 29-2022 (1268 Baltzan Boulevard) — development permit denial heard; decision deferred to written record

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to consider several administrative reports, including approving guiding principles for the 2024-2035 Major Capital Prioritization Process, receiving a Q3 update on Council's strategic priorities, and recommending 2023 Deputy Mayor appointments. The committee will also table a remuneration report from the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission for later review and consider deferring 2023 meeting dates. Several items will be discussed in camera, including negotiations and charitable donations.

• Approval of guiding principles for 2024-2035 Major Capital Prioritization Process
• 2023 Appointments of Deputy Mayor to be recommended to City Council
• Deferral request for 2023 Council and Committee meeting dates to October 24, 2022
• Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission Third Remuneration Report tabled for November 14, 2022
• 2022 Q3 update on City Council Strategic Priority and Leadership Initiative

The Governance and Priorities Committee approved guiding principles for the 2024-2035 Major Capital Prioritization Process, including a Triple Bottom Line assessment for each project. The committee also tabled a remuneration report from the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission for review and deferred consideration of 2023 meeting dates. Several items were discussed in camera, including appointments to standing policy committees and the CARE committee.

• Approved guiding principles for 2024-2035 Major Capital Prioritization Process (11-0)
• Approved motion to include option for additional RCE allocation for projects under $2M (7-4)
• Approved Triple Bottom Line assessment for each capital project (6-5)
• Tabled Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission remuneration report to November 14, 2022 (11-0)
• Forwarded remuneration report to Administration for review (11-0)
• Received Q3 2022 Strategic Priority update as information (11-0)
• Recommended deferral of 2023 Council meeting dates to October 24, 2022 (11-0)
• Approved 2023 Deputy Mayor appointments for City Council organizational meeting (11-0)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing on September 19, 2022, to consider 45 commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will review each appeal and render decisions on the assessed values.

• 45 commercial property assessment appeals scheduled
• No residential appeals on the agenda
• Appeals include properties on Confederation Dr, Clarence Ave S, Primrose Dr, Kensington Blvd, and others
• Hearing runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at City Hall

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE - SPECIAL MEETING

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to consider two recommendations: approving up to $23,500 in funding for exterior rehabilitation of Third Avenue United Church, and supporting the designation of the Tees and Persse Building as a municipal heritage property. The committee will also receive an update on heritage preservation and promotion in Saskatoon and provide verbal feedback.

• Funding request up to $23,500 for exterior work at Third Avenue United Church, 304 3rd Avenue North
• Proposed heritage designation for Tees and Persse Building, 331 1st Avenue North
• $2,500 from Heritage Reserve Fund for a recognition plaque if designation is approved
• Discussion on heritage preservation and promotion in Saskatoon

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee supported and forwarded two recommendations to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services. The first recommends City Council approve up to $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation of Third Avenue United Church. The second recommends designating the Tees and Persse Building as a Municipal Heritage Property, limited to its exterior and original north façade, with $2,500 for a recognition plaque. The committee also received a memo on heritage preservation and promotion, requesting feedback by September 27, 2022.

• Supported $23,500 grant for Third Avenue United Church exterior repairs (carried)
• Supported heritage designation for Tees and Persse Building, exterior only (carried)
• Requested $2,500 from Heritage Reserve Fund for plaque at Tees and Persse Building (carried)
• Received heritage preservation memo and set feedback deadline of September 27, 2022

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing on September 16, 2022, to consider 11 commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will hear each appeal and render decisions on the challenged property assessments.

• 11 commercial property assessment appeals scheduled
• No residential appeals listed
• Properties include 1706 Preston Ave N, 3035 Clarence Ave S, 7 Assiniboine Dr, 226 Edson St, 201 Edson St, 3124 8th St E, 1802 McOrmond Dr, 3311 8th St E, 301 Confederation Dr, 155 Gibson Bend, 2323 8th St E

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to consider making the Alternative Response Unit a permanent part of the Saskatoon Police Service, based on findings from a one-year pilot project. The board will also hear a delegation from a resident about neighbourhood complaints and drivers, and handle routine items like minutes and reports.

• Recommendation to make Alternative Response Unit permanent
• Delegation from William Smith re: neighbourhood complaints and Saskatoon drivers
• Adoption of minutes from August 18, 2022 meeting
• Move to in camera session under Governance Policy No. 12.4

The Board of Police Commissioners voted unanimously to make the Alternative Response Unit a permanent program within the Saskatoon Police Service. The board also directed the service to report back on options for extended hours and to continue sharing data on barriers to successful outcomes for individuals the service interacts with. The meeting included delegations, reports, and a move to in-camera session.

• Approved making Alternative Response Unit permanent (7-0)
• Directed SPS to report on options for adjusted or extended hours of the Alternative Response Officer program (7-0)
• Directed SPS to continue sharing data on barriers to successful outcomes for individuals the service interacts with (7-0)
• Adopted minutes of August 18, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Confirmed agenda as amended (7-0)
• Received delegation from William Smith as information (7-0)
• Received Chair's report on CAPG conference as information (7-0)
• Received Chief's report as information (7-0)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing on September 14, 2022, to consider four commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will hear each appeal and render decisions on the challenged property assessments.

• Commercial appeal 587-2022 for 833 51st St E
• Commercial appeal 589-2022 for 810 Circle Dr E
• Commercial appeal 598-2022 for 709 Circle Dr E
• Commercial appeal 604-2022 for 2414 8th St E

STREET ACTIVITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Street Activity Subcommittee is meeting to handle routine procedural items: confirming the agenda, adopting minutes from June 15, 2022, and receiving reports from the Chair, Program Manager, and Community Support Program Supervisor. The Community Support Program Supervisor's report is listed as forthcoming, so no substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from June 15, 2022 meeting
• Report of the Chair (File No. CK. 225-74)
• Report of Program Manager (File No. CK. 225-74)
• Community Support Program Supervisor's Report (CK 5605-3) - forthcoming

The Street Activity Subcommittee received a report on the Community Support Program and voted to send a letter to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services requesting that city departments explore ways to provide water and hydration stations during extreme weather and report back. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Received Community Support Program Supervisor's report (carried)
• Approved letter to Standing Policy Committee requesting study of water/hydration stations for extreme weather strategy (carried)

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services is meeting to receive information reports and hear requests to speak. Key items include a report on the City of Saskatoon's potential role in housing, a funding update for the Saskatoon Sport and Major Event Advisory Committee, and requests to speak about a National Urban Park exploration. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being received as information.

• Report on potential role and responsibilities for the City of Saskatoon in housing
• Funding report for Saskatoon Sport and Major Event Advisory Committee
• Requests to speak from Parks Canada and Meewasin Valley Authority on National Urban Park exploration
• Letter from Minister of Environment and Climate Change on Canadian Heritage Rivers System
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2022 meeting

The committee voted unanimously to ask administration to work with Meewasin Valley Authority and partners on including an elected representatives table in the National Urban Park exploration governance process. They also validated the city's potential housing roles, focusing on land use planning, advocacy, and development support, and asked for a report on how Saskatoon Land could lead in housing solutions. No final approvals or denials were made; all items were procedural or requests for further study.

• Requested administration to work with partners on including elected representatives in National Urban Park governance (5-0)
• Validated housing role exploration with focus on land use planning, advocacy, and development support (5-0)
• Requested report on Saskatoon Land's potential leadership in housing solutions, including community land trusts (5-0)
• Received information on Canadian Heritage Rivers System letter (5-0)
• Received information on funding for Saskatoon Sport and Major Event Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended with added letters (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 meeting (5-0)

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance is meeting to consider several financial matters, including a proposed $248,900 increase to a traffic control project funded by the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative, a one-year bridge contract renewal for Discover Saskatoon with a 5% funding increase, and changes to the Civic Hospitality Fund policy. The committee will also receive a procurement update and discuss administrative changes to the City Internal Auditor's Office. An in-camera session is scheduled for internal auditor updates.

• Increase Capital Project P.02290 Traffic Control Systems by $248,900 from Canada Healthy Communities Initiative Fund
• Renew Discover Saskatoon contract with one-year bridge and 5% increase in annual funding; $15,100 referred to 2023 budget
• Increase Civic Hospitality Fund maximum grant from $5,000 to $7,500 per organization
• Approve administrative changes to City Internal Auditor's Office
• Receive procurement update for 2021

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance voted to recommend a one-year bridge contract for Discover Saskatoon with a 5% increase in annual funding, and referred the $15,100 increased operating cost to 2023 budget deliberations. The committee also approved administrative changes to the City Internal Auditor's Office and recommended increasing the maximum grant under the Civic Hospitality Fund Policy from $5,000 to $7,500.

• Recommended one-year bridge contract for Discover Saskatoon with 5% funding increase (5-1)
• Referred $15,100 increased operating cost to 2023 budget deliberations
• Approved administrative changes to City Internal Auditor's Office (6-0)
• Recommended increasing Civic Hospitality Fund grant max from $5,000 to $7,500 (5-0)
• Recommended $248,900 increase to Traffic Control Systems project from Canada Healthy Communities Initiative (6-0)
• Received procurement update and directed report back on local procurement identification (6-0)
• Adopted minutes of August 15, 2022 meeting (5-0)

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: confirming the agenda, adopting June minutes, and receiving verbal updates on public art projects. The main substantive item is a closed-door (in camera) discussion to review the adjudication of the Recovery Park Call for Art, after which the chosen artist will be announced publicly.

• In camera discussion of Recovery Park Call for Art adjudication (LAFOIP Section 16(1)(b))
• Verbal update on 'As Long as the Grass Grows' project
• Verbal update on Kensington installation of 'Stock and Rhyme'
• Adoption of June 10, 2022 meeting minutes

The Public Art Advisory Committee moved in camera to finalize the procurement process for the Recovery Park Call for Art project. After deliberation, the committee voted to direct administration to enter negotiations with the selected artist, with the artist's name to be announced publicly at a later date. The committee also received updates on the 'As Long as the Grass Grows' and 'Stock and Rhyme' installations, and noted that total expenditures for the yxearttee project were $1,367.52.

• Directed administration to negotiate with the successful artist for Recovery Park Call for Art (carried)
• Kept submitted documentation and discussion in camera under Section 16(1)(b) of LAFOIP (carried)
• Received verbal update on 'As Long as the Grass Grows' installation (carried)
• Received verbal update on Kensington installation of 'Stock and Rhyme' (carried)
• Received budget update on yxearttee project with $1,367.52 total expenditures (carried)
• Received verbal report on public art catalogue update with Barbara Reimer contracted for website content (carried)

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates, adopt prior minutes, and consider a referral from the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation regarding accessible transit (a communication from Melanie Christopherson). The committee will also hear a presentation on the electric scooter regulatory framework and provide feedback, and review its work plan and budget expenditures.

• Draft letter to Standing Policy Committee on Transportation re: accessible transit referral (CK. 7000-1)
• Presentation and feedback on Electric Scooter Regulatory Framework
• Adoption of May 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of 2022 budget expenditures (SAAC Budget Expenditures 2022)
• Work plan updates on Deafblind Services, Access Transit, Education/Awareness, Civic Accessibility

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee received updates on accessible transit and the electric scooter regulatory framework, and set a September 23 deadline for member feedback on e-scooters. It also received an update on the Assisted Waste Collections Program and adopted the May 13 minutes. No substantive decisions were made beyond procedural motions.

• Adopted May 13, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Received referral on Accessible Transit (carried)
• Set Sept. 23, 4 p.m. deadline for e-scooter feedback (carried)
• Received budget statement of expenditures (carried)
• Received Assisted Waste Collections Program update (carried)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from the chair and resource members, review its work plan, consider a co-sponsorship request for AfroFest, and authorize a $1,000 payment to OUTSaskatoon. The committee will also receive its 2022 budget statement and approve prior minutes.

• Authorize $1,000 cheque to OUTSaskatoon for 7th Annual Saskatchewan Gay-Straight Alliance Summit
• Consider co-sponsorship application for AfroFest-Black History Month
• Receive updates on 2022 Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference and systemic barriers project
• Receive 2022 statement of expenditures
• Approve minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee approved a $1,000 co-sponsorship for AfroFest 2023, a Black History Month festival. It also authorized a $1,000 payment to OUTSaskatoon for its 2022 Gay-Straight Alliance Summit. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted largely of updates and information items.

• Approved $1,000 co-sponsorship for AfroFest 2023 (carried)
• Authorized $1,000 payment to OUTSaskatoon for 2022 Gay-Straight Alliance Summit (carried)
• Confirmed agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received Chair's update on community events (carried)
• Received updates from Immigration, Diversity & Inclusion Consultant (carried)
• Received updates from Cultural Diversity & Race Relations Coordinator (carried)
• Received Reconciliation Saskatoon update (carried)

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Appeal Board is holding a public hearing to consider two appeals against orders to remedy contraventions issued under the Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw. The board will decide whether to uphold, modify, or cancel the orders for the two properties.

• Appeal No. 11-2022 - 1002-405 5th Avenue North
• Appeal No. 12-2022 - 1324 Avenue B North
• Bylaw No. 8175 - The Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to consider two main items: a funding request of up to $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation of Third Avenue United Church, and a recommendation to designate the Tees and Persse Building at 331 1st Avenue North as a Municipal Heritage Property. The committee will also receive updates from the chair, subcommittees, and staff, and review its budget. No final decisions are made here; recommendations will be forwarded to the Standing Policy Committee and City Council.

• Funding request up to $23,500 for exterior rehabilitation (painting, staining, window sealing) at Third Avenue United Church, 304 3rd Avenue North
• Recommendation to designate Tees and Persse Building, 331 1st Avenue North, as Municipal Heritage Property (exterior and original north façade)
• $2,500 from Heritage Reserve Fund for recognition plaque for Tees and Persse Building
• Adoption of minutes from June 1 and August 9, 2022 meetings
• Verbal updates from chair, Heritage and Design Coordinator, and subcommittees

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee meeting did not reach quorum, so no substantive decisions were made. All agenda items, including a funding request for Third Avenue United Church and a heritage designation application for the Tees and Persse Building, were deferred to a special meeting to be scheduled before September 22, 2022.

• Meeting lacked quorum; no votes taken
• Deferred Third Avenue United Church funding request to special meeting
• Deferred Tees and Persse Building heritage designation application to special meeting
• Deferred Heritage Plan and Policy discussion to special meeting

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services is meeting to consider several reports, including a recommendation to adopt a variable black cart garbage utility with three cart options, funded through borrowing. The committee will also review information reports on climate strategy impacts and a UN Declaration on Indigenous Peoples motion, and approve a capital funding reallocation for Saskatoon Light & Power.

• Recommendation to adopt Option 1: variable cart utility with three cart options for black cart garbage, funded by borrowing
• Saskatoon Light & Power capital funding reallocation totaling $4,195,000 across eight capital programs
• Information report on Saskatoon Climate Strategy impacts in global financial markets
• Information report on Mayor C. Clark's motion regarding UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
• Adoption of minutes from August 8, 2022 meeting

The committee voted unanimously to recommend that City Council adopt the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and work with the Saskatoon Tribal Council and Indigenous partners on an implementation plan. It also approved a $4.195 million reallocation of Saskatoon Light & Power capital funds across eight projects, and recommended a variable black cart garbage utility model with three cart options funded by borrowing against future utility revenue.

• Recommended City Council adopt the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and develop an implementation plan with Indigenous partners (carried unanimously).
• Approved $4.195 million in Saskatoon Light & Power capital funding reallocations from Electrical Distribution Replacement and Extension Reserves to eight capital programs (carried unanimously).
• Recommended City Council adopt Option 1 for a variable black cart garbage utility with three cart options, funded through borrowing against the future utility (carried 4-2).
• Received an information report on Saskatoon Climate Strategy impacts in global financial markets and attached it to the file on carbon budgeting (carried unanimously).
• Confirmed the meeting agenda as presented (carried unanimously).
• Adopted the minutes of the August 8, 2022 regular meeting (carried unanimously).

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is meeting to discuss and recommend actions on several transportation matters, including proposed speed limit reductions on 22nd Street and Neault Road, expansion of the Residential Parking Program, and updates on Saskatoon Transit. The committee will also receive information reports on school zone flashing beacons, traffic calming policy, and the city's impound lot business model.

• Proposed speed limit reductions: 22nd Street from 80 km/h to 60 km/h, Neault Road from 90 km/h to 70 km/h
• Residential Parking Program zone expansion, with bylaw amendments to Bylaw No. 7862
• Approval of free parking on holidays in lieu of statutory holidays with enhanced communication
• Saskatoon Transit 2021 Annual Report and service reliability update
• Information on impound lot business model and correspondence with Minister of Justice

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation unanimously recommended several items to City Council, including adopting a posted speed threshold for traffic calming, expanding the Residential Parking Program, amending the Traffic Bylaw for free parking on holidays coinciding with City Hall closures, and reducing speed limits on 22nd Street and Neault Road. The committee also received information reports on school zone visibility, transit updates, and the impound lot business model.

• Approved motion to investigate measures for more visible school zones (4-0)
• Recommended adopting a posted speed threshold for traffic calming and a revised budget for concrete curbs (4-0)
• Recommended expanding Residential Parking Program zones using existing resources (4-0)
• Recommended amending Traffic Bylaw for free parking on holidays when City Hall is closed (4-0)
• Recommended reducing speed limit on 22nd Street from 80 km/h to 60 km/h (4-0)
• Recommended reducing speed limit on Neault Road from 90 km/h to 70 km/h (4-0)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on September 6, 2022, to consider three appeals: a development permit denial at 405 Wellman Crescent, a sign permit denial at 250 Kensington Boulevard, and an order to remedy a contravention at 3915 Thatcher Avenue. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn these decisions.

• Appeal 25-2022: Development permit denial at 405 Wellman Crescent
• Appeal 26-2022: Sign permit denial at 250 Kensington Boulevard
• Appeal 27-2022: Order to remedy contravention at 3915 Thatcher Avenue

The Development Appeals Board held hearings for three appeals but did not announce any decisions during the meeting. The outcomes are recorded in a separate Record of Decision dated September 22, 2022.

• Heard Appeal 25-2022 on development permit denial at 405 Wellman Crescent; decision deferred to Record of Decision
• Heard Appeal 26-2022 on sign permit denial at 250 Kensington Boulevard; decision deferred to Record of Decision
• Heard Appeal 27-2022 on order to remedy contravention at 3915 Thatcher Avenue; decision deferred to Record of Decision

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is forwarding three discretionary use applications and a rezoning to City Council for approval. The items include expanding a residential care home, adding a tavern, and amending the Stonebridge Neighbourhood Concept Plan. The meeting also includes adopting previous minutes and receiving an update on reports to Council.

• Residential care home expansion at 3230 Mountbatten Street from 9 to 15 residents
• Tavern application at 334 20th Street West by Christie Peters and POP Wine Bar Ltd.
• Stonebridge Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment and rezoning at 250 Hunter Road
• Adoption of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update of reports to Council for August 2022

The Municipal Planning Commission voted to recommend City Council approve a residential care home expansion on Mountbatten Street, a tavern at 334 20th Street West, and a Stonebridge neighbourhood plan amendment and rezoning at 250 Hunter Road. All three motions were carried unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the items will go to a public hearing before Council.

• Recommended approval of Residential Care Home Type II expansion at 3230 Mountbatten Street, adding six residents for total of up to 15 (carried)
• Recommended approval of Tavern use at 334 20th Street West for POP Wine Bar Ltd. (carried)
• Recommended approval of Stonebridge Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment and rezoning at 250 Hunter Road (carried)
• Received update of reports to Council (carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

This is a procedural agenda confirmation for Saskatoon City Council's regular business meeting. The only substantive action is a recommendation to add a letter from Ryan Martin of Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools to item 8.2.1, then confirm the agenda as amended. No other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Add communication from Ryan Martin (Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools) dated August 27, 2022 to item 8.2.1
• Confirm agenda as amended

Council approved electrical rate increases for Saskatoon Light & Power effective September 1, 2022 and April 1, 2023, and passed the amending bylaw. Council also approved a pilot project for enhanced school zone snow removal within the 2022 and 2023 budgets, and authorized public engagement on two feasible site options for a future downtown event centre/arena.

• Approved electrical rate increases for September 1, 2022 and April 1, 2023 for Saskatoon Light & Power, and passed Bylaw No. 9840 (The Electric Light and Power Amendment Bylaw, 2022) through all three readings.
• Approved a pilot project for enhanced school zone snow removal services within the 2022 and 2023 budgets.
• Authorized public engagement to solicit feedback on two feasible site options for a future Downtown event centre/arena, with a final decision report to follow.
• Approved a 16-month service contract with Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership to continue implementing Saskatoon's Homelessness Action Plan.
• Approved a five-year tax abatement for Crestline Coach Ltd. at 126 Wheeler Street (100% Year 1, decreasing to 50% Year 5).
• Approved a five-year tax abatement for Vital Metals Canada Ltd. at 2950 Miners Avenue (100% Year 1, decreasing to 50% Year 5).
• Approved amendments to the Code of Ethical Conduct for Members of City Council Bylaw, including mandatory training, gift definitions, and Integrity Commissioner procedures.
• Approved a 5-year lease agreement for 123 Auditorium Avenue with Biktrix Enterprises Inc.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

This is a public hearing meeting of Saskatoon City Council. Council will hear public submissions and consider several land-use items, including a rezoning in the Brighton neighbourhood, a discretionary use application for a residential care home, a road closure, and a lease agreement for the Farmers' Market Building. The meeting also includes routine items like adopting previous minutes and receiving a list of proclamations.

• Discretionary use application for a Residential Care Home Type II (up to 15 residents) at 926 Bentley Manor
• Rezoning Brighton Neighbourhood Phase 8 from FUD and FUD(H) to R1A, R1B and R2 (Bylaw No. 9839)
• Proposed closure of a portion of McOrmond Drive right-of-way, with transfer to Bomac Industries Ltd. (Bylaw No. 9838)
• Lease with Ideas Inc. to operate the Farmers' Market Building at 414 Avenue B South, including a five-year tax exemption estimated at $53,162 and a $150,000 capital project for furnishings

City Council approved a lease agreement with Ideas Inc. to operate the public market at the Farmers' Market Building (414 Avenue B South) and granted a five-year tax exemption estimated at $53,162. Council also approved a $150,000 capital project for furnishings, funded equally by the city reserve and Ideas Inc. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved lease with Ideas Inc. to operate Farmers' Market Building (8-0)
• Approved five-year tax exemption estimated at $53,162 (8-0)
• Approved $150,000 capital project for furnishings, split 50% city reserve and 50% Ideas Inc. (8-0)
• Approved discretionary use application for Residential Care Home Type II at 926 Bentley Manor (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of Brighton Neighbourhood Phase 8 via Bylaw No. 9839 (8-0)
• Approved closure of portion of McOrmond Drive right-of-way via Bylaw No. 9838 (8-0)
• Transferred closed right-of-way to Bomac Industries Ltd. (8-0)

DOWNTOWN EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY GROUP

The Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group is meeting to discuss the downtown event district project. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items (project update, provincial caucus meeting, communications plan) to be considered in a closed in-camera session under Section 17 of LAFOIP.

• In camera session for items 4.1-4.5 under Section 17 of LAFOIP
• Project update on downtown event and entertainment district
• Communications plan discussion
• Provincial caucus meeting update
• Adoption of minutes

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing to consider three appeals of development permit denials at specific Saskatoon properties. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the city's denials.

• Appeal 21-2022: Development permit denial at 3310 Dieppe Street
• Appeal 23-2022: Development permit denial at 3620 Burron Avenue (815 66th Street East)
• Appeal 24-2022: Development permit denial at 222 Avenue K South

The Development Appeals Board held hearings for three appeals against development permit denials. No decisions were made during the meeting; the board heard evidence and arguments from appellants and city planners. The outcomes will be issued in a Record of Decision dated September 9, 2022.

• Heard appeal 21-2022 regarding accessory building at 3310 Dieppe Street
• Heard appeal 23-2022 regarding industrial complex parking at 3620 Burron Avenue
• Heard appeal 24-2022 regarding secondary suite parking at 222 Avenue K South

BOARD OF REVISION

The Board of Revision is holding a public hearing to consider 18 commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will hear each appeal and render decisions on the assessed values of the listed properties.

• 18 commercial property assessment appeals scheduled
• No residential appeals scheduled
• Appeals include properties on Lorne Ave, Main St, 51st St E, and Idylwyld Dr N
• Hearing runs 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at City Hall Committee Room E

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to consider several recommendations for City Council, including a phased-in transit service model in the indicative budget, advocating for property tax reform options, and amending the Council code of conduct. The committee will also receive an information report on a watershed stewardship board appointment and hold an in-camera session for negotiations and other confidential matters.

• Recommend City Council adopt Option 3: phased-in transit and other step growth amounts in the Indicative Budget
• Advocate for IPTI property tax reform options 1, 3, 4, and 5 with SCMC and SUMA
• Amend Bylaw No. 9537, Code of Ethical Conduct, including mandatory training and expanded gift/ticket rules
• Receive information on South Saskatchewan River Watershed Stewards Board appointments 2022-2023
• In-camera items: agreement renewal negotiations, MHAC resignation

The Governance and Priorities Committee voted unanimously to recommend a comprehensive update to the City Council Code of Ethical Conduct Bylaw, including mandatory training within 60 days of an election, expanded gift definitions, and new conflict-of-interest rules. The committee also recommended including a phased-in transit service model in the indicative budget and directed administration to advocate for property tax reform options. All decisions require final approval by City Council.

• Recommended amending Code of Ethical Conduct Bylaw with 12 changes including mandatory training within 60 days of election (8-0)
• Recommended Option 3 – phased-in transit and step growth amounts in indicative budget (8-0)
• Directed mayor and administration to advocate for IPTI property tax reform options 1,3,4,5 (8-0)
• Directed administration to report back on process for indicative budget reporting by business line (8-0)
• Directed administration to review anti-harassment policy for council and senior staff (8-0)
• Directed administration to report on Winnipeg code language for ticket acceptance rules (7-1)
• Added 'supplies and resources to perform councillor duties' to gift exemption list (8-0)
• Received information on South Saskatchewan River Watershed Stewards Board appointments (8-0)

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners is meeting publicly to consider routine items, hear a delegation, and issue direction on a City Council referral about the Speed Watch Program. The board will also receive mid-year business plan and victim services reports. The agenda includes an in-camera session for exempt matters.

• Delegation by Dion Waniandy re: Body Cams, Police Violence and Accountability
• Residential Speed Limit Review – Speed Watch Program follow-up (City Council referral)
• 2022 Business Plan Mid-Year Report (Chief of Police, Aug 3, 2022)
• Saskatoon Police Service Victim Services report (Chief of Police, Aug 3, 2022)
• Adoption of minutes from June 16 and July 22, 2022 meetings

The Board of Police Commissioners received a delegation from Dion Waniandy regarding body cameras, police violence, and accountability, and accepted the correspondence as information. The Board also received the Chief's report noting a 5,000-call increase in service calls, three bear spray investigations, and Saskatoon's lowest Crime Severity Index ranking since 1998. All agenda items, including the mid-year business plan report and a victim services report, were received as information. The meeting then moved in camera for confidential matters.

• Received delegation from Dion Waniandy on body cams and police accountability (5-0, 2 absent)
• Received Chief's report on increased calls, bear spray incidents, and Crime Severity Index (5-0, 2 absent)
• Received information on Speed Watch Program referral from City Council (6-0, 1 absent)
• Received 2022 Business Plan Mid-Year Report as information (6-0, 1 absent)
• Received Saskatoon Police Service Victim Services report as information (6-0, 1 absent)
• Moved in camera to discuss exempt matters (6-0, 1 absent)
• Confirmed agenda and approved previous minutes (5-0, 2 absent)

LICENCE APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Licence Appeal Board is holding a closed-session hearing on Thursday, August 18, 2022, to consider Appeal 3-2022, which concerns a taxi licence revocation and denial to renew. The agenda contains only this single item with no attachments or additional details provided.

• Appeal 3-2022 - Taxi Licence: licence revocation and denial to renew

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance is meeting to consider several financial matters, including tax abatement applications for two companies, a contract award for external audit services, land acquisitions, and property sales. The committee will also receive information reports on business improvement districts' financial statements, an Indigenous procurement update, and the 2022 financial forecast. Recommendations from this committee will be forwarded to City Council for final approval.

• Five-year tax abatement for Crestline Coach Ltd. at 126 Wheeler Street (100% to 50% over 5 years)
• Five-year tax abatement for Vital Metals Canada Ltd. at 2950 Miners Avenue (100% to 50% over 5 years)
• Approve Deloitte LLP as City's external auditor
• Purchase 0.01-acre parcel from Khalsa School Inc. for $52.50 for Neault Road/33rd Street West intersection
• Lease 123 Auditorium Avenue to Biktrix Enterprises Inc. for five years

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance unanimously recommended that City Council approve five-year tax abatements for Crestline Coach Ltd. and Vital Metals Canada Ltd., with decreasing percentages over the term. The committee also approved Deloitte LLP as the external auditor, authorized the sale of city-owned parcels in Kensington, and recommended establishing a 5% Indigenous spend target. All decisions were carried unanimously, with Councillor Block absent.

• Recommended approval of 5-year tax abatement for Crestline Coach Ltd. at 126 Wheeler St. (100% to 50% over 5 years) (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 5-year tax abatement for Vital Metals Canada Ltd. at 2950 Miners Ave. (100% to 50% over 5 years) (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Deloitte LLP as external auditor (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of 0.01-acre parcel from Khalsa School Inc. for $52.50 for Neault Rd/33rd St W intersection (5-0)
• Authorized sale of Parcels S, U, T, V in Kensington Village Square via open market (5-0)
• Recommended establishing a 5% Indigenous spend target and report back on achieving it (5-0)
• Received Meewasin Valley Authority financial statements for information (5-0)
• Withdrew lease item for 123 Auditorium Ave (Biktrix Enterprises) for direct Council consideration

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will consider several recommendations for City Council, including a lease for the Farmers' Market Building, a service contract for homelessness action, and budget adjustments for enforcement and fire apparatus. It will also receive information reports on topics like recreation fees, heritage designation, and annual department reviews. The meeting includes public hearings and requests to speak on several items.

• Lease with Ideas Inc. to operate Farmers' Market Building at 414 Avenue B South, with 5-year tax exemption (~$53,162) and $150,000 for furnishings
• 16-month service contract with Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership to implement Homelessness Action Plan
• $343,000 budget increase for Capital Project 2169 Urban Planning and Development Program Enhancements
• $161,000 budget increase for Capital Project P.02379 Fire Major Apparatus Replacement (Aerial)
• Recommendation to rename Shakamohtaa Street and add 'Besse' to Names Master List

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services unanimously recommended that City Council approve a lease with Ideas Inc. to operate the public market in the Farmers' Market Building at 414 Avenue B South, including a five-year tax exemption and a $150,000 capital project for common-area furnishings. The committee also recommended a 16-month service contract with the Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership to continue implementing the Homelessness Action Plan, and a $343,000 budget increase for urban planning enforcement workflows. All recommendations were carried unanimously with Councillor Block absent.

• Recommended lease with Ideas Inc. for Farmers' Market Building (5-0)
• Recommended 16-month service contract with Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership (5-0)
• Recommended $343,000 budget increase for Urban Planning and Development Program Enhancements (5-0)
• Recommended $161,000 budget increase for Fire Major Apparatus Replacement Aerial (5-0)
• Approved adding 'Besse' to Names Master List (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Shakamohtaa Street renaming (5-0)
• Referred Chamber of Commerce/Downtown Saskatoon shelter letter to Administration (5-0)
• Forwarded PST recreation fee report to SUMA and City Mayor Caucus (5-0)

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE - SPECIAL MEETING

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to consider a single substantive item: a recommendation to support proposed alterations to the Rugby Chapel rehabilitation project at 1337 College Drive, as detailed in an August 3, 2022 memo from Administration. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items (call to order, agenda confirmation, conflict of interest declarations, and adjournment).

• Recommendation to support alterations to Rugby Chapel rehabilitation project at 1337 College Drive
• Memo from Administration dated August 3, 2022, with four attachments

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee voted to support the proposed rehabilitation of Rugby Chapel at 1337 College Drive, including roof and cupola work. The committee offered specific recommendations on materials and design details to preserve the building's historic appearance.

• Supported Rugby Chapel rehabilitation project as proposed in August 3, 2022 memo (carried)
• Recommended pressure-treated cedar shingles or wood-look metal for cupola roofing
• Recommended pressure-treated cedar shingles or historically-simulating asphalt shingles for peaked roof sections
• Requested drip edge and cap flashing not extend lower or wider than current trim

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board will hold public hearings on three appeals: an order to remedy a contravention at a multiple-unit dwelling and boarding house, a landscaping contravention order, and a denial of a development permit for an attached garage. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the city's orders and denial.

• Appeal 19-2022: Order to Remedy Contravention at 2809 Louise Street (multiple-unit dwelling and boarding house)
• Appeal 22-2022: Order to Remedy Contravention at 815 51st Street East (landscaping)
• Appeal 20-2022: Development Permit Denial at 1 Fraser Crescent (addition to one-unit dwelling, attached garage)

The Development Appeals Board held hearings on three appeals but did not announce decisions during the meeting; outcomes are recorded in separate Records of Decision dated later in August 2022. No votes or final rulings were taken in the session.

• Heard Appeal 19-2022 regarding order to remedy contravention at 2809 Louise Street (multiple-unit dwelling and boarding house)
• Heard Appeal 22-2022 regarding order to remedy contravention at 815 51st Street East (landscaping)
• Heard Appeal 20-2022 regarding development permit denial at 1 Fraser Crescent (attached garage addition)

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation will receive information reports on winter road maintenance, snow grading prioritization, school zone snow removal, and a whistle cessation update. It will also consider a motion on unpaid Saskatoon Transit fares and receive communications on taxi fuel costs and accessible transit.

• 2021-2022 Winter Road Maintenance Summary report
• Prioritization of Priority Street Snow Grading and Removal of Snow Piles along Medians and Bridges report
• School Zone Snow Removal Enhancements report
• Range Road 3051 Whistle Cessation in RM of Corman Park – August 2022 Update
• Councillor D. Hill motion on unpaid fares on Saskatoon Transit

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation unanimously recommended that City Council approve a pilot project for enhanced school zone snow removal within the 2022 and 2023 budgets. The committee also referred several matters to administration for reports, including taxi gasoline costs, accessible transit signage, and unpaid transit fares. All decisions were carried unanimously with four members in favor and two absent.

• Recommended pilot project for enhanced school zone snow removal to City Council (4-0)
• Referred taxi gasoline cost letter to administration for report on addressing variable prices (4-0)
• Referred accessible transit signage and stop announcements to Accessibility Advisory Committee and administration (4-0)
• Requested administration report on predicting unusual melt/refreeze events for snow response (4-0)
• Requested administration report on unpaid transit fares, including revenue loss and routes affected (4-0)
• Received information reports on winter road maintenance, snow grading prioritization, and whistle cessation (4-0)

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services will consider proposed electrical rate increases for Saskatoon Light & Power, approve noise bylaw extensions for three outdoor events, and receive information reports on water utilities and a racism campaign. The meeting also includes routine adoption of minutes and a request to speak on a plant-based treaty initiative.

• Proposed September 1, 2022 and April 1, 2023 electrical rate increases for Saskatoon Light & Power
• Noise bylaw extension requests for Bowling Under the Lights (Aug 12), Teeyan Teej Diyan (Aug 21), U15AAA Baseball Nationals (Aug 25 & 28)
• Water, Wastewater and Storm Water Utilities 2021 Annual Report
• Water Treatment Long Term Capital Strategy (2020-2050)
• Update on 'I am the Bridge' campaign to ending racism in partnership with Saskatchewan sport organizations

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services unanimously recommended that City Council approve electrical rate increases for Saskatoon Light & Power effective September 1, 2022, and April 1, 2023, and prepare bylaw amendments. The committee also approved noise bylaw extensions for three outdoor events, referred a Plant Based Treaty request to administration, and received several information reports.

• Recommended electrical rate increases for Sept 1, 2022 and April 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extensions for Bowling Under the Lights, Teeyan Teej Diyan, and U15AAA Baseball Nationals (4-0)
• Referred Plant Based Treaty request to Administration for a report (4-0)
• Received 'I am the Bridge' campaign update and forwarded to City Council (4-0)
• Received Water, Wastewater and Storm Water Utilities 2021 Annual Report (4-0)
• Received Water Treatment Long Term Capital Strategy report (4-0)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on Appeal 18-2022, an order to remedy a contravention at 1638 1st Avenue North involving illegal basement suites. The board will decide whether to uphold, modify, or reverse the order. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Appeal 18-2022: Order to Remedy Contravention at 1638 1st Avenue North
• Subject: Illegal basement suites

The Development Appeals Board convened on July 26, 2022, to hear Appeal 18-2022 regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention for illegal basement suites at 1638 1st Avenue North. Evidence and arguments were presented by the appellant and city staff. The board did not announce a decision during the meeting; the outcome is recorded in a separate Record of Decision dated August 8, 2022.

• Held appeal hearing for 1638 1st Avenue North (no decision announced in minutes)

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review two development items: a discretionary use application for a residential care home and a rezoning proposal for the Brighton neighbourhood. The commission will forward recommendations to City Council for final decisions. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving an update of reports to Council.

• Discretionary use application for a Residential Care Home Type II (up to 15 residents) at 926 Bentley Manor
• Rezoning of Brighton Neighbourhood (Phase 8) from FUD and FUD(H) districts to R1A, R1B and R2 districts
• Adoption of minutes from June 28, 2022 meeting
• Update of Reports to Council - July 25, 2022

The Municipal Planning Commission forwarded two recommendations to City Council: approval of a Residential Care Home Type II for up to 15 residents at 926 Bentley Manor, and rezoning of Brighton neighbourhood Phase 8 from FUD/FUD(H) to R1A, R1B, and R2 districts. Both motions carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Forwarded recommendation to approve Residential Care Home Type II at 926 Bentley Manor (carried)
• Forwarded recommendation to rezone Brighton Phase 8 from FUD/FUD(H) to R1A, R1B, R2 (carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

Saskatoon City Council's regular business meeting on July 25, 2022 includes decisions on a consolidated Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, a lease renewal for Ideas Inc. at 420 Avenue B South, and an $850,000 budget adjustment for the 108th Street over Circle Drive overpass. Council will also consider applying for provincial disaster assistance after June 20 rain damage, receive an update on the Downtown Event and Entertainment District site options, and discuss a potential Transit Police Program.

• Approve $850,000 budget adjustment for Capital Project P.02273 – 108th Street Over Circle Drive Overpass, funded from Bridge Major Repair Reserve
• Approve lease and operating agreement with Ideas Inc. for 420 Avenue B South
• Adopt changes to The Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022, including board appointment and levy payment clarifications
• Apply to Provincial Disaster Assistance Program for June 20, 2022 excessive rain damages
• Receive update on Downtown Event and Entertainment District site options

City Council approved a $850,000 budget adjustment for the 108th Street over Circle Drive overpass project, funded from the Bridge Major Repair Reserve. Council also approved the Ideas Inc. lease renewal, adopted the Business Improvement Districts Bylaw with amendments, and applied for provincial disaster assistance for the June 20 flood. A motion to have administration report on a transit patrol program was carried.

• Approved $850,000 budget adjustment for 108th Street overpass (10-0)
• Approved Ideas Inc. lease renewal for 420 Avenue B South (10-0)
• Adopted Business Improvement Districts Bylaw with amendments (10-0)
• Appointed Nick Sackville to Development Appeals Board (10-0)
• Approved revised Terms of Reference for City Agency Recruitment and Evaluation Committee (9-1)
• Approved application to Provincial Disaster Assistance Program for June 20 flood (10-0)
• Approved motion for administration to provide transit safety report and incident summary (10-0)

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC- SPECIAL

This is a special meeting of the Governance and Priorities Committee, largely procedural. The main substantive item is a motion to move into a closed (in camera) session to discuss a personnel subcommittee matter, citing provincial privacy exemptions. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the open agenda.

• Motion to confirm agenda
• Motion to move in camera for Personnel Subcommittee [File No. CK 225-81]
• Closed session citing Sections 16(1)(c) and (d) of LAFOIP

The Governance and Priorities Committee met in a special session and unanimously moved into a closed (in camera) meeting to discuss a personnel matter under the Personnel Subcommittee. After reconvening publicly, the committee unanimously voted to keep the discussion confidential under LAFOIP. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 12:35 p.m.

• Agenda confirmed as presented (8-0, 3 absent)
• Moved into in camera session for personnel matter (8-0, 3 absent)
• Discussion kept in camera under LAFOIP Section 16(1) (8-0, 3 absent)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council holds a public hearing meeting on July 25, 2022, to consider several land-use and zoning items, including a residential care home application, multiple rezoning proposals, and a lease for temporary storage for displaced Ukrainians. The agenda includes public hearings on these matters, with recommendations for approval or consideration of related bylaws.

• Discretionary Use Application for Residential Care Home - Type II at 102 McArthur Lane, up to 15 residents
• Proposed rezoning in Brighton Neighbourhood from FUD and FUD(H) to RMTN1 District (Bylaw No. 9836)
• Rosewood Neighbourhood Concept Plan Amendment and rezoning from R1A to R1B District (Bylaw No. 9837)
• Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review – Amendment Package Four (Bylaw No. 9833)
• Lease of approximately 5,500 sq ft at 321 Avenue C North to Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Saskatoon Branch for temporary storage

City Council unanimously approved a discretionary use application for a Residential Care Home - Type II at 102 McArthur Lane, passed several rezoning and zoning bylaw amendments, and approved a temporary lease for storage of household goods for displaced Ukrainians. All decisions were carried unanimously (10 to 0), with Councillor Block absent.

• Approved Residential Care Home - Type II at 102 McArthur Lane (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9836 rezoning Brighton Neighbourhood from FUD and FUD(H) to RMTN1 (10-0)
• Approved Rosewood Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment from R1A to R1B (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9837 rezoning Rosewood Neighbourhood from R1A to R1B (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9833, Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review Amendment Package Four (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9835, Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth (P4G) Planning District Official Community Plan Amendments (10-0)
• Approved temporary lease with Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Saskatoon Branch for storage at 321 Avenue C North (10-0)

DOWNTOWN EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY GROUP

The Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group is meeting to receive administration updates on site options and the bus rapid transit system, both discussed in a closed in-camera session. The agenda also includes routine items like confirming the agenda, declarations of conflict of interest, and adopting minutes. No public decisions are listed on the open agenda.

• In-camera discussion of site options update
• In-camera discussion of bus rapid transit system update
• Adoption of minutes (in camera)
• Recommendation to keep items 4.1-4.3 confidential under Section 17 of LAFOIP

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to consider several administrative reports and recommendations, including a new process for prioritizing major capital projects from 2024 to 2035, a lease renewal for Ideas Inc., and amendments to the Business Improvement Districts Bylaw. The committee will also receive information reports on the Rapid Housing Initiative, animal cruelty investigations, and other matters, and will move into a closed session for several items.

• Direct Administration to develop a 2024–2035 Capital Project Prioritization Process
• Approve lease and operating agreement with Ideas Inc. for 420 Avenue B South
• Approve amendments to The Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022
• Approve Terms of Reference for new City Agency Recruitment and Evaluation Committee
• Receive information on Rapid Housing Initiative future funding and 2021 Service, Savings and Sustainability report

The Governance and Priorities Committee endorsed full City participation in future Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) investments and directed administration to report back on capital funding options, land acquisitions, and measures to overcome land use challenges. The committee also approved several other items, including a lease renewal for Ideas Inc., a capital project prioritization process, and amendments to the Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, which will be brought back to City Council in October 2022.

• Endorsed full City participation in future RHI investments (9-1)
• Directed administration to report on capital funding options for RHI (9-1)
• Directed administration to investigate land acquisitions for RHI (9-1)
• Directed administration to investigate land use designation solutions (9-1)
• Approved lease renewal for Ideas Inc. at 420 Avenue B South (10-0)
• Approved 2024-2035 Capital Project Prioritization Process (9-0)
• Approved amended Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, to return to Council in October 2022 (10-0)
• Approved Terms of Reference for City Agency Recruitment and Evaluation Committee (8-1)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on one appeal: the denial of a development permit for 2515 18th Street West. The board will hear arguments and decide whether to uphold or overturn the denial. No other business is listed.

• Appeal No. 017-2022: Development permit denial at 2515 18th Street West

The Development Appeals Board convened on July 12, 2022, to hear Appeal 17-2022 regarding a development permit denial at 2515 18th Street West. Both the appellant and respondent presented evidence and arguments. The board did not announce a decision during the meeting; the outcome is recorded in a separate Record of Decision dated July 22, 2022.

• Heard Appeal 17-2022 for development permit denial at 2515 18th Street West (no vote recorded)

LICENCE APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Licence Appeal Board is holding a closed-session hearing on Appeal 2-2022, which concerns a refusal to issue a taxi licence. The meeting is scheduled for July 7, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Appeal 2-2022: Taxi Licence — Refusal to Issue Taxi Licence

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Appeal Board is holding a public hearing to consider Appeal No. 10-2022 regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention issued under Bylaw No. 8175 (Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003) for the property at 9 Mitchell Street. The agenda contains only this single appeal item with no attachments or additional details provided.

• Appeal No. 10-2022 - 9 Mitchell Street
• Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175

CIVIC NAMING COMMITTEE

The Civic Naming Committee is meeting to review its second-quarter report, consider a request to rename Shakamohtaa Street, and decide on adding the name 'Besse' to the Names Master List. The committee will also receive submissions for other names (Arcand, McNeil, Gowen) as information only. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and confirming the agenda.

• Recommendation to approve renaming Shakamohtaa Street and apply a name from the Names Master List
• Proposal to add 'Besse' to the Names Master List (unassigned)
• Submissions for Arcand, McNeil, and Gowen to be received as information, not added to the list
• Second Quarter Report 2022 includes appendices for Aspen Ridge Parks kīwētin Greenway, Rosewood Aitken Crescent, and Brighton Traeger Streets
• In camera session for consultations/deliberations and personal information under LAFOIP

The Civic Naming Committee recommended that City Council approve the renaming of Shakamohtaa Street, with a new name to be selected from the Names Master List. It also recommended adding 'Besse' to the Names Master List and continuing discussions with the Métis community on naming opportunities. The committee received three other name submissions as information only, not recommending them for the list at this time.

• Recommended approval of Shakamohtaa Street renaming (carried)
• Recommended adding 'Besse' to Names Master List (carried)
• Received Arcand, McNeil, and Gowen submissions as information only (carried)
• Recommended forwarding report to City Council for information (carried)

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is forwarding recommendations to City Council on four items: a residential care home application, two rezoning proposals, and a package of zoning bylaw amendments. The commission will also decide on attending 2022 planning conferences using its $7,000 education budget.

• Discretionary use application for a Residential Care Home Type II (up to 15 residents) at 102 McArthur Lane
• Rezoning in Brighton Neighbourhood from FUD and FUD(H) to RMTN1 District
• Rosewood Neighbourhood Concept Plan amendment and rezoning from R1A to R1B District
• Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review – Amendment Package Four
• Approval of conference attendance with $7,000 budget

The Municipal Planning Commission forwarded four recommendations to City Council, all carried unanimously. These include approving a residential care home at 102 McArthur Lane, rezoning land in Brighton and Rosewood neighbourhoods, and adopting Zoning Bylaw amendment package four. The Commission also allocated its $7,000 conference budget to three members. No decisions were denied or tabled.

• Forwarded recommendation to approve Residential Care Home - Type II at 102 McArthur Lane (carried)
• Forwarded recommendation to rezone Brighton Neighbourhood from FUD/FUD(H) to RMTN1 (carried)
• Forwarded recommendation to rezone Rosewood Neighbourhood from R1A to R1B (carried)
• Forwarded recommendation to approve Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review Amendment Package Four (carried)
• Allocated $7,000 conference budget to Delainey, Patel, and Councillor Jeffries (carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

Saskatoon City Council's regular business meeting on June 27, 2022, will consider a consent agenda with recommendations from several committees. Key items include approving funding for affordable housing projects, authorizing the purchase of a property on 5th Avenue North, and changing the multi-year budget term from four to two years. The meeting also includes routine items like adopting minutes and confirming the agenda.

• Approve $108,000 for John Howard Society conversion at 2616 Dufferin Avenue (9 affordable units)
• Approve $25,000 for Oxford House conversion at 914 35th Street West (1 supportive living unit)
• Approve $150,000 for SaskNative Rentals construction at 727 Hart Road (35 affordable units)
• Authorize purchase of 219 5th Avenue North from PostMedia Networks Inc. for $753,100
• Change Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget term from four years to two years

City Council voted to remove the mask mandate on city transit buses, including Access Transit, while continuing to provide and encourage masks. Council also approved a two-year Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget term, and approved several funding and policy items, including affordable housing incentives and a property purchase.

• Removed mask mandate on city transit buses (8-3)
• Changed Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget term from four to two years (10-1)
• Approved $348,000 in affordable housing incentives for five projects (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 219 5th Avenue North for $753,100 (unanimous)
• Approved small dog off-leash areas in Hyde and Charlottetown Parks (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 budget increase for Farmers' Market Building Renewal (unanimous)
• Approved lease renewal for 201 3rd Avenue North for three years (unanimous)
• Approved exemption for Wellness Centre outdoor space to Oct 31, 2022 (unanimous)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council is holding a public hearing meeting on June 27, 2022, to consider two land-use applications. The first is a discretionary use application from Riverside Christian School to add to its private school at 2228 Herman Avenue. The second is a proposed zoning agreement amendment for the YWCA property at 510 25th Street East, introduced as Bylaw No. 9832. The meeting also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and receiving a list of proclamations and flag raisings.

• Discretionary use application for addition to private school at 2228 Herman Avenue (Riverside Christian School)
• Proposed Bylaw No. 9832 to amend zoning agreement at 510 25th Street East (YWCA Saskatoon)
• Public hearing for both land-use items
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2022 public hearing meeting
• Receipt of proclamation and flag raising list for May 2022

City Council unanimously approved a discretionary use application by Riverside Christian School for an addition to its private school at 2228 Herman Avenue, subject to obtaining permits. Council also gave three readings to Bylaw No. 9832, amending the zoning agreement for 510 25th Street East (YWCA Saskatoon), and authorized its signing.

• Approved discretionary use for school addition at 2228 Herman Avenue (8-0)
• Granted first reading to Bylaw No. 9832 for YWCA zoning amendment (8-0)
• Granted second reading to Bylaw No. 9832 (8-0)
• Granted third reading and passed Bylaw No. 9832 (8-0)

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC- SPECIAL

This is a special joint public meeting of the Governance and Priorities Committee and the Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners. The committee will discuss decriminalization for simple possession of illicit drugs, appointment terms for police commissioners, and crime/mental health/addictions issues in business districts. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

• Discussion of decriminalization for simple possession of illicit drugs, based on a Chief of Police report dated April 8, 2022
• Review of Board of Police Commissioners appointment terms, including Bylaw 7531
• Councillor Kirton to introduce item on crime/mental health/addictions issues in business districts

The joint Governance and Priorities Committee and Board of Police Commissioners received information on decriminalizing simple possession of illicit drugs, with no action taken. The committee referred the matter of Board of Police Commissioners appointment terms to administration for a future report. It also received information on crime, mental health, and addictions in business districts, with the police chief offering a summary report on the Community Support Program. The meeting then moved in camera and later received a report on Animal Protection Act enforcement, keeping it confidential.

• Received information on decriminalization for simple possession of illicit drugs (9-0)
• Referred Board of Police Commissioners appointment terms to administration for report (9-0)
• Received information on crime/mental health/addictions in business districts (9-0)
• Moved in camera to discuss Animal Protection Act enforcement (9-0)
• Received in camera report and kept it confidential under LAFOIP (9-0)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing on two appeals. The first concerns a denied development permit for 1235 20th Street West due to landscaping and side yard setback deficiencies. The second concerns a denied sign permit for a digital electronic message centre at 503 Ruth Street West (Prairieland Park). The board will hear arguments and decide whether to uphold or overturn the denials.

• Appeal 15-2022: Development permit denial at 1235 20th Street West (landscaping deficiency, side yard setback deficiency)
• Appeal 16-2022: Sign permit denial at 503 Ruth Street West, Prairieland Park (digital electronic message centre)

The Development Appeals Board held hearings on two appeals: a development permit denial at 1235 20th Street West and a sign permit denial at 503 Ruth Street West. Evidence and arguments were presented, but the minutes do not record any decisions; outcomes are stated to be in Records of Decision dated July 7 and July 8, 2022. The meeting adjourned at 5:30 p.m.

• Heard Appeal 15-2022 – development permit denial at 1235 20th Street West; decision in Record of Decision dated July 7, 2022
• Heard Appeal 16-2022 – sign permit denial at 503 Ruth Street West; decision in Record of Decision dated July 8, 2022

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is meeting to hear a single commercial property assessment appeal for 714 2nd Ave N. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will consider the appeal and render decisions on the assessment.

• Commercial appeal hearing for 714 2nd Ave N (Roll No. 485008350, File 386-2022)

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend changes to the city's multi-year budget process, including a proposed shift from a four-year to a two-year term. They will also receive reports on strategic priorities, inquiries, and referrals, and consider a code of conduct report from the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission. Several items will be discussed in camera, including lease negotiations and appointments.

• Recommendation to change Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget term from four years to two years
• Report from Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission on 2022 Municipal Code of Conduct, tabled to August 22, 2022
• Participation in Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan) nomination process until October 31, 2022
• In camera: Farmers' Market lease negotiations
• In camera: Appointments to SaskTel Centre, Public Art Advisory Committee, and other boards

The Governance and Priorities Committee recommended changing the Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget term from four years to two years, and tabled the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission's Code of Conduct report for further review at the August 22, 2022 meeting. The Committee also approved participation in the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal nomination process and made several board and committee appointments in camera.

• Recommended changing Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget term from four to two years (8-1)
• Tabled SMRC Code of Conduct report for August 22, 2022 meeting (9-0)
• Approved City participation in Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal nominations until Oct 31, 2022 (9-0)
• Recommended Randy Singler and Trevor Jacek to SaskTel Centre Board (6-2)
• Recommended Kelly Tolley to Public Art Advisory Committee (8-0)
• Recommended Kelly Tolley to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee (8-0)
• Recommended Daryl Brown and Chris Bodnar to Riversdale BID Board (8-0)
• Recommended Lyndon Laprairie to Downtown BID Board (8-0)

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners is meeting publicly to receive several routine reports from the Chief of Police, including annual reports on the Vulnerable Persons Unit and Air Support Unit, plus updates on call referral, peer peacekeeping, and 2022 functional enhancements. The board will also hear a delegation request from Adam Wykes regarding Victim Services and consider a resolution for the Canadian Association of Police Governance. Most items are information-only recommendations, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Vulnerable Persons Unit 2021 Annual Report
• Air Support Unit 2021 Annual Report
• Referral of Lower-Priority Calls to Callback Unit
• Peer Peacekeeping Program report
• CAPG resolution for September 10, 2022 annual meeting

The Board received all presented reports and information items unanimously, including the Vulnerable Persons Unit and Air Support Unit annual reports, a referral of lower-priority calls to a callback unit, and the Peer Peacekeeping Program. A delegation from Adam Wykes regarding Victim Services was received and referred to Saskatoon Police Service Administration for a future report. The Board also approved the Measurement and Evaluation Committee Terms of Reference in the in-camera session.

• Received Adam Wykes' delegation on Victim Services (7-0)
• Referred Victim Services matter to SPS Administration for future report (7-0)
• Received Vulnerable Persons Unit 2021 Annual Report (6-0)
• Received Air Support Unit 2021 Annual Report (6-0)
• Received report on Referral of Lower-Priority Calls to Callback Unit (7-0)
• Received Peer Peacekeeping Program report (7-0)
• Received Functional Enhancements at SPS 2022 report (7-0)
• Approved Measurement and Evaluation Committee Terms of Reference (6-0)

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - SPECIAL MEETING

This special meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will consider recommendations on housing incentive funding, a new leasing policy, a cemetery geophysics study, and designating small-dog off-leash areas. Most items were deferred from the June 13 meeting and are being taken up again. The committee will vote on whether to recommend these items to City Council.

• $108,000 grant for John Howard Society conversion at 2616 Dufferin Avenue (9 affordable units)
• $25,000 grant and $1,845 tax abatement for Oxford House at 914 35th Street West
• $150,000 grant for SaskNative Rentals Inc. at 727 Hart Road (35 affordable units)
• $65,000 grant and $30,380 tax abatement for National Affordable Housing Corp. at 1115 Willowgrove Crescent
• Designate small-dog off-leash areas in Hyde Park and Charlottetown Park, amending Bylaw No. 7860

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services unanimously recommended City Council approve $348,000 in Innovative Housing Incentives funding for four affordable housing projects, plus tax abatements for two others. It also recommended repealing and replacing the policy on leasing civic buildings, approving geophysics research at Nutana Pioneer Cemetery, and designating small dog off-leash areas in two parks. All votes were 4-0 with two absent.

• Recommended $108,000 for John Howard Society conversion at 2616 Dufferin Ave (9 units)
• Recommended $25,000 and $1,845 tax abatement for Oxford House at 914 35th St W (1 unit, 5 beds)
• Recommended $150,000 for SaskNative Rentals at 727 Hart Rd (35 units)
• Recommended $65,000 and $30,380 tax abatement for National Affordable Housing Corp at 1115 Willowgrove Cres (5 units)
• Recommended $51,985 tax abatement for Summit Developments at 275 Kloppenburg Way (9 units)
• Recommended repealing and replacing Council Policy C03-024 on leasing civic buildings
• Recommended approving geophysics research at Nutana Pioneer Cemetery
• Recommended designating small dog off-leash areas in Hyde Park and Charlottetown Park

STREET ACTIVITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The subcommittee is reviewing the Community Support Program Supervisor's report covering March to May. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from previous regular and special meetings.

• Community Support Program Supervisor Report (March to May)
• Adoption of March 16, 2022, meeting minutes
• Adoption of April 29, 2022, special meeting minutes

The Street Activity Subcommittee met and adopted minutes from its March 16 and April 29, 2022 meetings. Members received reports from the Chair, Program Manager, and Community Support Program Supervisor, with no substantive decisions made beyond procedural approvals.

• Adopted minutes of March 16 and April 29, 2022 meetings (carried)
• Received Chair's verbal report on cold weather strategy and social agencies letters (carried)
• Received Program Manager's report on staffing (carried)
• Received Community Support Program Supervisor's report (carried)

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to decide whether to continue hybrid meetings, receive updates on the Community Cash Grants Program and greenhouse gas subcommittee, and review the Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan forwarded from the Standing Policy Committee. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions or dollar amounts specified.

• Decision on hybrid vs. in-person/virtual meeting format for remainder of 2022
• Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan received for information
• Verbal update on Environmental Component for Community Cash Grants Program
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions Subcommittee update
• 2021 Statement of Expenditures received for information

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee voted to continue holding its 2022 meetings in a hybrid format, citing accessibility and ongoing COVID-19 risks. The committee also received updates on the Community Cash Grants Program, where 13 applicants were recommended for $61,730 in funding, and on the Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued hybrid meeting format for remainder of 2022 (carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received Chair's report on Native Prairie Appreciation Week (carried)
• Received update on Community Cash Grants Program (carried)
• Received information on Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan (carried)
• Received statement of expenditures for 2022 (carried)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision will conduct a scheduled hearing for a commercial property appeal. There are no residential appeal hearings scheduled for this meeting.

• Commercial Appeal Hearing: 102 20th St W (Appeal File 28-2022)

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance is meeting to consider several recommendations, including the purchase of a property at 219 5th Avenue North for $753,100 and the direct sale of a 0.58-acre parcel in Sutherland Industrial to MLCN Investment Management Corp. The committee will also discuss hiring a consultant for equity investment research, a potential expropriation risk related to the Saskatoon Freeway, and receive information reports on the 2021 Public Accounts and Saskatoon Land's annual financial report. The agenda includes routine items like minutes adoption and an in-camera session for land and audit matters.

• Proposed purchase of 219 5th Avenue North from PostMedia Networks Inc. for $753,100
• Direct sale of 0.58-acre parcel in Sutherland Industrial to MLCN Investment Management Corp.
• Proposal to hire consultant for equity investment research with $50,000 capital project
• Information report on risk of expropriation of Wheaton Lands for future Saskatoon Freeway
• 2021 Public Accounts and 2021 Saskatoon Land Annual Financial Report received as information

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance unanimously recommended City Council authorize the purchase of 219 5th Avenue North from PostMedia Networks Inc. for $753,100, and approved a $50,000 capital project to hire a consultant for equity investment research. The committee also authorized the subdivision and sale of a 0.58-acre parcel in Sutherland Industrial to MLCN Investment Management Corp. All decisions were carried unanimously (6-0).

• Recommended purchase of 219 5th Ave N for $753,100 (6-0)
• Approved $50,000 capital project for equity investment research (6-0)
• Authorized subdivision and sale of 0.58-acre parcel in Sutherland Industrial to MLCN Investment Management Corp. (6-0)
• Forwarded risk of expropriation of Wheaton Lands report to City Council for information (6-0)
• Referred washroom design standards inquiry to City Council with additional documentation (6-0)
• Received information reports 7.1.1 to 7.1.5 as information (6-0)

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services is meeting to discuss and recommend actions on several items, including funding for affordable housing projects, small dog off-leash park designations, and a farmers' market building renewal. The committee will also hear requests to speak about Tourism Saskatoon's re-brand and a proposed multi-purpose sports complex. Recommendations from this committee will go to City Council for final approval.

• Innovative Housing Incentives 2022 funding: $108,000 for 2616 Dufferin Ave (John Howard Society), $25,000 for 914 35th St W (Oxford House), $150,000 for 727 Hart Rd (SaskNative Rentals), $65,000 for 1115 Willowgrove Cres (National Affordable Housing Corp), tax abatements for 275 Kloppenburg Way (Summit Developments)
• Small dog off-leash parks: half-acre addition to Hyde Dog Park and one acre in Charlottetown Park, with Animal Control Bylaw amendment
• Farmers' Market Building Renewal: $750,000 grant from Canada Community Revitalization Fund to replace reserve funding, plus $750,000 budget increase for expanded scope
• Proposed agreement with Saskatoon Mountain Bike Alliance for tertiary trails (Option 2)
• Requests to speak: Tourism Saskatoon re-brand and Prairieland Park/Living Sky Sports multi-purpose sports complex

The committee recommended replacing $750,000 in Reserve for Capital Expenditures funding for the Farmers' Market Building Renewal with a Canada Community Revitalization Fund grant, and approved a $750,000 budget increase for expanded scope. It also recommended approving an agreement framework with the Saskatoon Mountain Bike Alliance for tertiary trails. Several items were deferred to a special meeting due to time constraints.

• Recommended replacing $750K Reserve funding with $750K Canada Community Revitalization Fund grant for Farmers' Market Building Renewal (4-0)
• Recommended $750K budget increase for Farmers' Market Building Renewal, funded from Reserve for Capital Expenditures (4-0)
• Recommended approving Option 2 Agreement Framework with Saskatoon Mountain Bike Alliance Inc. (4-0)
• Requested City Solicitor to prepare agreement with Saskatoon Mountain Bike Alliance and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute (4-0)
• Received information on Tourism Saskatoon re-brand (5-0)
• Directed Administration to report back on Prairieland funding request with public benefits analysis (5-0)
• Received information on Rosewood Neighbourhood Development – Arbutus Properties request (4-0)

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

This agenda contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive agenda items. The meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2022, but no decisions, discussions, or specific topics are listed.

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: confirming the agenda, adopting May minutes, and receiving verbal updates. The main substantive items are providing direction on its $10,000 2022 budget allocation (including a follow-up on the catalogue update) and moving in camera to adjudicate the Recovery Park Call for Art. No other major decisions or discussions are listed.

• $10,000 2022 budget allocation: $6,000 catalogue update, $2,500 seminar, $1,500 yxearttee project
• Budget follow-up on 'Updating the Catalogue' line item from Public Art Consultant Romero
• In camera adjudication of Recovery Park Call for Art under LAFOIP Section 16(1)(b)
• Adoption of May 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Work plan updates and referrals to Standing Policy Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee approved allocating $6,000 from its 2022 budget to hire an art researcher/writer for website public art content. The committee also selected a successful artist for the Recovery Park Call for Art project in camera, with notification to proceed and a public report due in September. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $6,000 allocation for art researcher/writer for website content (carried)
• Selected successful artist for Recovery Park Call for Art (in camera, carried)
• Directed administration to notify successful artist and report publicly in September (carried)

CIVIC NAMING COMMITTEE

This agenda for the Saskatoon Civic Naming Committee meeting on June 9, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS SPECIAL MEETING

City Council unanimously approved extending the lease with the Saskatoon Tribal Council for approximately 18,400 square feet at 145 1st Avenue North until April 30, 2023, to continue operating a temporary Emergency Residential Shelter. The City Solicitor will prepare the agreement, and the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute it. The meeting was a special session with two councillors absent.

• Approved lease extension for Saskatoon Tribal Council shelter at 145 1st Ave North to April 30, 2023 (9-0, 2 absent)
• Authorized City Solicitor to prepare agreement and Mayor/City Clerk to execute it

BOARD OF REVISION

The Board of Revision will determine several commercial appeal hearings through written submissions rather than a public meeting. There are no residential appeal hearings scheduled for this session.

• Commercial Appeal: 811 51st St E (File 202-2022)
• Commercial Appeal: 2910 Cleveland Ave (File 291-2022)
• Commercial Appeal: 610 46th St E (File 293-2022)
• Commercial Appeal: 705 47th St E (File 296-2022)
• Commercial Appeal: 510 51st St E (File 326-2022)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board met on June 7, 2022, and heard one appeal (Appeal 14-2022) regarding a denied development permit for a revised landscaping plan at 301 Hilliard Street East, involving St. Paul's Hospital and Hospice at Glengarda. The board heard evidence and argument from both the appellant and the respondent, but the minutes do not record a decision, as the outcome was to be issued in a separate Record of Decision dated June 22, 2022. A second appeal (Appeal 12-2022) regarding an order to remedy a contravention at 1937 Avenue B North was cancelled and withdrawn. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Heard Appeal 14-2022 - Development Permit Denial - 301 Hilliard Street East (no decision recorded in minutes)
• Cancelled and withdrew Appeal 12-2022 - Order to Remedy Contravention - 1937 Avenue B North

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is meeting to receive information reports on several transportation topics, including residential speed limits, traffic calming, active transportation wayfinding, and the West Industrial Area 17th Street extension. The committee will also consider recommending approval of terms of reference for an investigation into Saskatoon Transit service disruptions.

• Recommendation to approve Terms of Reference for Investigation of Service Disruptions in Saskatoon Transit
• Residential Speed Limit Review – Speed Watch Program follow-up
• Traffic Calming Policy Update – Technical Warrant Criteria
• Active Transportation Implementation Plan – Wayfinding Pilot Project
• West Industrial Area – 17th Street Extension Project Review

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation unanimously recommended that City Council approve the Terms of Reference for the Investigation of Service Disruptions in Saskatoon Transit, as outlined in the City Internal Auditor's report. The committee also received several information reports, forwarded the Speed Watch Program to the Board of Police Commissioners, and directed administration to report on changing the speed limit threshold for traffic calming. A notice of motion was given regarding unpaid transit fares.

• Recommended approval of Terms of Reference for Investigation of Service Disruptions in Saskatoon Transit (unanimous)
• Forwarded Speed Watch Program information to Board of Police Commissioners (unanimous)
• Directed administration to report on changing speed limit threshold to any value over posted speed limit (85th percentile) (unanimous)
• Forwarded West Industrial Area 17th Street Extension Project Review to City Council for information (unanimous)
• Received information reports 7.1.1 to 7.1.6 as information (unanimous)
• Received Accessibility Advisory Committee letter and directed administration to respond (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of May 2, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee is reviewing the Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan for approval in principle. The committee is also considering several budget reallocations for renewable energy strategies and various noise bylaw extension requests for summer events.

• Approval of Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan (Pathways for an Integrated Green Network)
• Reallocation of $77,000 from PACE Financing Program to Renewable Energy Strategy
• Reallocation of $100,000 from ICI Energy Efficiency program to Renewable Energy Strategy
• Noise bylaw extensions for Filipino Muzik Festival at Kiwanis Memorial Park
• Noise bylaw extensions for concerts including Johnny Reid and Barenaked Ladies at Delta Bessborough Gardens

The committee unanimously recommended City Council approve in principle the Pathways for an Integrated Green Network, an implementation plan for the Green Infrastructure Strategy. It also approved six noise bylaw extensions for summer events, received several information reports, and recommended funding reallocations for a solar PV pre-design study.

• Recommended approval in principle of Green Infrastructure 10-Year Implementation Plan (6-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for Filipino Muzik Festival, Aug 7 to 9 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for Meadowgreen Movie Night, June 17 to 11 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for ASPA Outdoor Movie Night, June 25 to 11 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for Rock the River, Aug 19-21 to 10:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for Barenaked Ladies Concert, Aug 18 to 10:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for Johnny Reid, Aug 17 to 10:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Recommended funding reallocations for Solar PV Pre-Design Study (6-0)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing on June 2, 2022, to consider commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. The board will hear appeals in the order listed, with the possibility of continuing to June 3 if needed.

• 80+ commercial assessment appeals listed, including properties on Faithfull Ave, Millar Ave, Idylwyld Dr N, and others
• No residential appeal hearings scheduled
• Hearings may continue on June 3, 2022, if necessary
• Documents accepted by the board will be posted online after decisions are rendered

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt prior minutes, receive verbal updates from the chair and members (including on the Continental Hotel), hear subcommittee reports, and discuss the Heritage Plan and Policy. It will also review its 2022 budget statement of expenditures. The agenda is largely procedural with updates and information items rather than major decisions.

• Adoption of May 4, 2022 minutes
• Verbal update on Continental Hotel by Committee Member S. Marchildon
• Discussion of Heritage Plan and Policy, referred to Policy and Planning Subcommittee
• 2022 budget statement of expenditures (MHAC Budget 2022 - May.pdf)
• Subcommittee updates: Events, Policy and Planning, Education and Awareness, Elder's Circle

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee met on June 1, 2022, and received updates on various heritage matters, including the demolition of the Continental Hotel, the upcoming Roxy Theater open house, and subcommittee activities. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information.

• Agenda confirmed as presented
• Minutes of May 4, 2022 meeting adopted
• Chair's verbal update received as information
• Committee and resource member updates received as information
• Subcommittee updates received as information
• Heritage Plan and Policy discussion received as information
• Budget statement of expenditures received as information

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider a proposed amendment to the zoning agreement for 510 25th Street East, the YWCA Saskatoon property, and will forward a recommendation to City Council. The commission will also receive an update on reports considered by Council on May 24, 2022, and discuss attendance at 2022 planning conferences using a $7,000 budget. The agenda includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and confirmation of the agenda.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Agreement for 510 25th Street East (YWCA Saskatoon), File No. CK 4351-022-006
• Recommendation to City Council to approve amendment to Bylaw No. 8770, Zoning Bylaw, 2009
• Update of Reports to Council - May 24, 2022, File No. CK 175-16
• 2022 Planning Conferences discussion, with $7,000 budget for educational opportunities

The Municipal Planning Commission voted to recommend that City Council approve an amendment to the Zoning Bylaw for 510 25th Street East, as proposed by YWCA Saskatoon. The amendment would adjust the zoning agreement to allow two independent structures instead of a continuous building design. The recommendation will be considered at a future public hearing. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were procedural or deferred.

• Recommended approval of zoning agreement amendment for 510 25th Street East (carried)
• Adopted minutes of April 26, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Approved agenda with added speaker request (carried)
• Received update of reports to Council from May 24, 2022 (carried)
• Deferred discussion of 2022 planning conferences to June 28, 2022 meeting (carried)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing on May 26, 2022, to consider one commercial property assessment appeal. No residential appeals are scheduled. The only appeal listed is for the property at 111 23rd St E.

• Commercial appeal hearing for 111 23rd St E (Roll No. 505008990, Appeal File 314-2022)
• No residential appeal hearings scheduled

The Board of Revision held a hearing for one commercial property appeal at 111 23rd Street East. No residential appeals were scheduled. The board's decision is recorded in a separate Record of Decision dated June 9, 2022.

• Heard commercial appeal for 111 23rd Street East (Roll No. 505008990)
• No residential appeals scheduled
• Decision deferred to Record of Decision dated June 9, 2022

DOWNTOWN EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY GROUP

The Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group is meeting, but the agenda is largely procedural. After confirming the agenda and declarations of interest, the group moves into a closed in-camera session covering project updates, facility operations experts, public engagement, strategic communications, bus rapid transit, and the next meeting date. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the open agenda.

• In-camera session under LAFOIP Section 17 (Economic/Financial and Other Interests)
• Project update on the downtown event and entertainment district
• Introduction of facility operations experts
• Discussion of public engagement and strategic communications
• Bus rapid transit system discussion

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

City Council will consider several items including a potential $220,000 intersection improvement for a downtown grocery store. The agenda also includes discussions on water conservation strategies, parking program amendments, and tax abatements totaling over $1 million.

• Proposed $220,000 funding for Idylwyld Drive/Auditorium Drive improvements if certain thresholds are met
• Approval of tax abatements totaling $1,002,891.40 for recreation and community groups
• Budget advancement of $1,144,800 for Hampton Village Business Park sewer projects
• Review of the Temporary Reserved Parking Program and fee structure
• Approval of a temporary pause on the Civic Naming Program

Council approved in principle a YMCA-operated model for the new East Side Leisure Centre and authorized discussions with the Saskatoon YMCA. It also passed several bylaws, including a $7.33M loan for the Home Energy Loan Program and traffic amendments, and approved a gate for Rotary Park.

• Approved YMCA operating model for East Side Leisure Centre (11-0)
• Authorized $7,333,200 FCM loan for Home Energy Loan Program (11-0)
• Approved $220,000 for Idylwyld Drive improvements tied to downtown grocery store (11-0)
• Approved gate at Rotary Park to address noise (8-3)
• Approved event centre site evaluation criteria (9-1)
• Approved $1,002,891.40 in recreation and community tax abatements (11-0)
• Approved temporary pause of Civic Naming Program (11-0)
• Approved $1,144,800 budget advancement for Hampton Village trunk sewers (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

City Council will hold public hearings regarding several land use amendments, including neighbourhood infill development and emergency shelter time limits. The meeting also includes proposals for road closures and a funding agreement for the Victoria Park Recreation Facility.

• Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review – Neighbourhood Level Infill Development Amendment Package
• $40,000 Rotary Club of Saskatoon commitment to Victoria Park Recreation Facility
• Proposed closure of road segment adjacent to Highway 14 between Neault Road and Range Road 3063
• Proposed closure of a portion of Spadina Crescent East for an outdoor festival site
• Zoning Bylaw Text Amendment regarding time limits for emergency residential shelters

Council passed Bylaw No. 9818 (neighbourhood infill amendments) unanimously, but defeated Bylaw No. 9823 (side wall calculation) 2-9, directing administration to report on alternatives. Approved rezoning at 305510 Township Road 380 (Bylaw 9826) and emergency shelter time limit amendment (Bylaw 9825) unanimously. Approved Victoria Park facility funding/lease, closed two rights-of-way (Bylaws 9822 and 9824), and deferred a private school discretionary use.

• Passed Bylaw 9818 (infill zoning amendments) unanimously (11-0)
• Defeated Bylaw 9823 (side wall calculation) 2-9
• Approved Bylaw 9826 (rezoning at 305510 Township Road 380) unanimously (11-0)
• Approved Bylaw 9825 (emergency shelter time limit) unanimously (11-0)
• Approved Victoria Park funding agreement with Rotary Club ($40,000) and lease to Core Community Collective (7-0)
• Closed right-of-way adjacent to Highway 14 (Bylaw 9822) unanimously (7-0)
• Closed portion of Spadina Crescent East (Bylaw 9824) 9-1
• Deferred private school addition at 2228 Herman Avenue to June 27

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to receive several routine reports from the Chief of Police, including the 2021 Use of Force Report, the 2021 Contact Interview Policy Audit, and a final review of 2021 evade police incidents. The board will also discuss a letter from the Canadian Association of Police Governance about participating in a proposed research project, and receive a report on the use of symbols on police uniforms. The meeting includes standard items like adopting minutes and moving into a closed in-camera session.

• 2021 Use of Force Report to be received as information
• 2021 Contact Interview Policy Audit to be received as information
• Final review of 2021 evade police incidents to be received as information
• Report on use of symbols on police uniforms in response to January 13, 2022 board resolution
• Letter from CAPG on participation in proposed research project; board to issue direction

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved participating in a proposed research project by the Canadian Association of Police Governance (CAPG). All other agenda items were routine reports received as information, including the 2021 Contact Interview Policy Audit, 2021 Use of Force Report, Final Review of 2021 Evade Police Incidents, and a report on Use of Symbols on Police Uniforms. The meeting then moved into a closed in-camera session.

• Approved participation in CAPG research project (4-0)
• Received 2021 Contact Interview Policy Audit as information (4-0)
• Received 2021 Use of Force Report as information (4-0)
• Received Final Review of 2021 Evade Police Incidents as information (4-0)
• Received report on Use of Symbols on Police Uniforms as information (4-0)

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to receive information on two referrals from Council and the Standing Policy Committee: the Triple Bottom Line Program continuation and the Water Conservation Strategy. The committee will also hear verbal updates from the Chair and the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Subcommittee, and review its 2021 statement of expenditures. Most items are for information only, with no decisions expected.

• Referral: Triple Bottom Line Program continuation (Admin Report, Appendices 1-3)
• Referral: Water Conservation Strategy (Admin Report, Appendices 1-4)
• Verbal update from Greenhouse Gas Emissions Subcommittee
• 2021 Statement of Expenditures review
• Approval of March 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee received informational updates on the Triple Bottom Line program, Water Conservation Strategy, and the 2021 budget. The committee appointed Angela Spence as Chair of the GHG Subcommittee for the remainder of 2022. No substantive policy decisions were made; all items were received as information.

• Appointed Angela Spence as Chair of GHG Subcommittee for remainder of 2022 (carried)
• Received Triple Bottom Line program continuation report (carried)
• Received Water Conservation Strategy presentation (carried)
• Received 2021 Statement of Expenditures (carried)

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Property Maintenance Appeals Board held a public hearing on May 18, 2022, to review a single appeal. The item involved an Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175 for the property at 135 7th Street East. No attachments or additional details were listed in the agenda.

• Appeal No. 7-2022 regarding 135 7th Street East
• Review of Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is meeting to hear an appeal regarding a denied development permit. The appeal concerns landscaping and hard surface parking deficiencies.

• Appeal 13-2022: Development Permit Denial at 1701 16th Street West regarding landscaping and parking deficiencies
• Postponed: Appeal 12-2022 regarding an order to remedy contravention at 1937 Avenue B North

The Development Appeals Board held a hearing for Appeal 13-2022 regarding a denied development permit at 1701 16th Street West due to landscaping and hard surface parking deficiencies. The hearing concluded, but the minutes do not record a decision. A separate appeal (12-2022) was postponed to June 7, 2022.

• Heard Appeal 13-2022 (development permit denial at 1701 16th St W) — no decision recorded in minutes
• Postponed Appeal 12-2022 (order to remedy contravention at 1937 Avenue B North) to June 7, 2022

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing a request to add $16,000 to the 2022 SMRC budget. The committee will also consider recommending the Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022 to City Council.

• Proposed $16,000 budget increase for Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission
• Recommendation of The Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022 for public hearing
• In-camera discussion regarding funding strategies for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District Project
• Review of updates for the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program

The Governance and Priorities Committee debated the Business Improvement Districts Bylaw, 2022, and passed several amendments, including removing a section related to the City Manager and directing administration to report back in July. The committee also recommended an additional $16,000 to the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission budget for 2022. Several items were discussed in camera, with appointments to advisory committees deferred to the June meeting.

• Approved $16,000 budget increase for Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission (10-0)
• Directed administration to prepare comparative document of bylaw changes (10-1)
• Removed Section 20 relating to City Manager from BID bylaw (7-4)
• Directed Council to define surplus handling after BID dissolution (9-2)
• Directed administration to report back in July on BID bylaw (7-4)
• Supported Section 19 on Annual General Meetings for future bylaw (7-4)
• Supported Section 8(1)(b)(iii) on non-profit board eligibility (6-5)
• Deferred appointments to DEIAC, PAAC, and SaskTel Centre boards to June

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Public Art Advisory Committee is reviewing verbal updates on several active art projects and considering a subcommittee report regarding the use of its $10,000 budget. The committee will also review the adoption of previous meeting minutes.

• Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Public Art Project - Phase 1 update
• Installation of 'For as Long as the Sun Shines' update
• Proposed $6,000 allocation for updating the art catalogue/webpage
• Proposed $2,500 allocation for an artist seminar/workshop
• Proposed $1,500 allocation for the yxearttee project

The Public Art Advisory Committee allocated its $10,000 2022 budget: $6,000 for updating the public art catalogue, $2,500 for a seminar, and $1,500 for the yxearttee project. The committee also received updates on several public art projects, including the BRT public art strategy, the installation of 'For as Long as the Sun Shines' on August 20, 2022, and changes to the Recovery Park RFQ to include three pieces at three locations.

• Allocated $10,000 budget: $6,000 catalogue, $2,500 seminar, $1,500 yxearttee (carried)
• Confirmed agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes of March 11, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received verbal updates under items 6.2.1 to 6.2.4 as information (carried)

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review and approve a draft letter and feedback on electric scooters for submission to the Administration, following an April 8 resolution. The agenda also includes routine items: adopting minutes, receiving verbal updates (including on the 2020 Building Code), subcommittee reports, and a budget expenditure statement. No major decisions beyond the scooter letter are expected.

• Approval of draft electric scooter letter and feedback to Administration
• Verbal update on 2020 Building Code and provincial adoption process
• Adoption of April 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Receipt of 2022 budget expenditure statement
• Updates from Education and Awareness and Deafblind subcommittees

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee approved a draft letter and feedback on the electric scooter regulatory framework to be submitted to the Administration. The committee also requested details of the communication plan for the Assisted Waste Collections Program from the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation. All other items were informational or procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved draft electric scooter letter and feedback for submission to Administration (carried)
• Requested communication plan details for Assisted Waste Collections Program via letter to Standing Policy Committee on Transportation (carried)
• Adopted minutes of April 8, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Confirmed agenda as presented (carried)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive verbal updates from members and staff, and review its 2022 statement of expenditures. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Verbal updates from Chair, Immigration Consultant April Sora, Cultural Diversity Coordinator Becky Sasakamoose Kuffner, and member Julia Jones
• Review of 2022 budget statement of expenditures
• Work Plan Subcommittee update and committee check-in on emerging DEI issues

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee met and received several informational updates, including plans for a draft Race Relations Policy, upcoming refugee arrivals, and community events. No substantive decisions were made; all agenda items were received as information and carried.

• Agenda confirmed as presented (carried)
• Minutes of April 14, 2022 approved (carried)
• Chair's verbal update received (carried)
• Update from Immigration, Diversity & Inclusion Consultant received (carried)
• Update from Reconciliation Saskatoon representative received (carried)
• Work Plan Subcommittee update received (carried)
• Committee check-in updates received (carried)
• Budget statement of expenditures received (carried)

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services is meeting to consider several deferred items from April 12, 2022, including annual reports, grant allocations, and facility partnerships. Key decisions include recommending a YMCA operating model for the new East Side Leisure Centre, approving cash grants and tax abatements, and recommending a temporary pause of the Civic Naming Program. The committee will also receive information reports on building standards, river safety, and other topics.

• Recommend approval of $563,800 in cash grants under the Social Services Category of the Assistance to Community Groups Grant Program
• Recommend approval of $1,002,891.40 in tax abatements for recreation, community development, and culture programs
• Recommend entering into a funding agreement with Rotary Club of Saskatoon for $40,000 toward Victoria Park Recreation Facility and a lease with Core Community Collective Saskatoon
• Recommend approving Option 2 - YMCA Operates Facility as a New Joint Saskatoon YMCA/Leisure Centre for the East Side Leisure Centre
• Recommend temporary pause of Civic Naming Program until policy is developed

The committee unanimously recommended City Council approve the YMCA as the operator for the new East Side Leisure Centre and authorized discussions for an agreement. It also approved funding for community groups, tax abatements, and a heritage conservation grant, and recommended a temporary pause on new civic naming submissions.

• Recommended YMCA operate East Side Leisure Centre (5-0)
• Approved $563,800 in cash grants to community groups (5-0)
• Approved $1,002,891.40 in tax abatements (5-0)
• Approved up to $20,000 for Little Stone Schoolhouse conservation (5-0)
• Recommended temporary pause of Civic Naming Program (5-0)
• Recommended funding agreement with Rotary Club for Victoria Park facility (5-0)
• Recommended lease with Core Community Collective for Victoria Park facility (5-0)
• Received 2021 Community Support Program annual report (5-0)

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance will consider several recommendations, including advancing $1,144,800 from 2024 to 2022 for capital projects in Hampton Village Business Park, approving terms of reference for a Continuous Assurance project, and authorizing a borrowing bylaw for the Home Energy Loan Program. The committee will also receive an information report on service reviews from Calgary and Edmonton, and consider a motion to rescind a previous decision about trees at 1036 College Drive. The agenda includes standard procedural items and an in-camera session for land, personnel, and audit matters.

• Budget adjustment: advance $1,144,800 to 2022 for Capital Projects P.1416.06 and P.1416.07 (lift station and force main) in Hampton Village Business Park, funded from Lift Station and Trunk Sewer Reserves
• Borrowing bylaw for Home Energy Loan Program with Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) funding
• Approval of Continuous Assurance Terms of Reference
• Information report on Calgary SAVE and Edmonton Reimagine services review
• Motion to rescind previous decision requiring protection of three trees at 1036 College Drive

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance unanimously recommended City Council approve advancing $1,144,800 from 2024 to 2022 for the Hampton Village trunk sewer project, funded from reserves. It also recommended approving the Continuous Assurance terms of reference, a borrowing bylaw for the Home Energy Loan Program, and rescinding a prior motion to protect three trees at 1036 College Drive. All votes were 4-0 with two members absent.

• Recommended advancing $1,144,800 to 2022 for Capital Project P.01416 (Hampton Village trunk sewers), funded from Lift Station and Trunk Sewer Reserves (4-0)
• Recommended approving Continuous Assurance Terms of Reference (4-0)
• Recommended preparing a borrowing bylaw for the Home Energy Loan Program FCM loan (4-0)
• Rescinded motion requiring protection of three trees at 1036 College Drive (4-0)
• Received information report on Calgary SAVE and Edmonton Reimagine Services Review (4-0)
• Confirmed agenda and adopted April 12, 2022 minutes (4-0)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is scheduled to conduct public hearings on May 6, 2022. The agenda includes one commercial appeal hearing and no residential appeal hearings.

• Commercial Appeal Hearing: 306 20th St W (File 567-2022)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing on May 5, 2022, to consider appeals of property assessments. The agenda lists over 60 commercial appeal hearings, with no residential appeals scheduled. Each appeal will be heard in the order listed, and decisions will be made by the Board.

• 60+ commercial property assessment appeals scheduled
• No residential appeals on the agenda
• Hearings at Council Chamber, City Hall, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Appeals include properties on 3rd Ave S, 21st St E, Wellman Cres, and others

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is reviewing the Cemetery Master Plan report. Members will also discuss heritage items related to the Phase II Official Community Plan Redesign.

• Cemetery Master Plan report review
• Official Community Plan Redesign - Phase II discussion
• Review of 2022 Statement of Expenditures

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee referred the Heritage Policy, focusing on incentives and regulatory issues, to the Policy and Planning Subcommittee for review and a report back at the next meeting. The Official Community Plan discussion was deferred until the Heritage Plan and Policy is discussed. The committee also received updates on the Cemetery Master Plan, heritage preservation motions, and upcoming events.

• Referred Heritage Policy to Policy and Planning Subcommittee for report back (carried)
• Deferred Official Community Plan until Heritage Plan and Policy is discussed (carried)
• Referred Heritage Plan and Policy to Planning and Policy Subcommittee for review (carried)
• Received Cemetery Master Plan information (carried)
• Received verbal updates from City Archivist and Councillor Block (carried)
• Received subcommittee updates on Doors Open, Heritage Awards, and education initiatives (carried)
• Adopted minutes of April 6, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Confirmed agenda as amended (carried)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Saskatoon Development Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on May 3, 2022, to review two specific development appeals. The agenda lists a hearing for a sign permit denial at 102 Idylwyld Drive North and an order to remedy a contravention regarding a shipping container at 1313 8th Avenue North. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Appeal 11-2022: Sign Permit Denial at 102 Idylwyld Drive North
• Appeal 9-2022: Order to Remedy Contravention for Shipping Container at 1313 8th Avenue North

The Development Appeals Board held hearings on two appeals: a sign permit denial at 102 Idylwyld Drive North and an order to remedy a contravention at 1313 8th Avenue North. Both hearings concluded with evidence and arguments presented, but the minutes do not record the outcomes—decisions are deferred to the Record of Decision dated May 11, 2022. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting itself.

• Heard Appeal 11-2022 (sign permit denial, 102 Idylwyld Dr N) — decision deferred to May 11 record
• Heard Appeal 9-2022 (shipping container contravention, 1313 8th Ave N) — decision deferred to May 11 record

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is reviewing amendments to the Temporary Reserved Parking Program and discussing infrastructure funding for a potential downtown grocery store. The committee is also receiving information reports regarding snow management site noise mitigation and residential parking permits.

• Proposed $220,000 funding via RCE for Idylwyld Drive/Auditorium Drive intersection improvements if certain build-out thresholds are met
• Recommended amendments to the Temporary Reserved Parking Program and Traffic Bylaw No. 7200
• Information report on noise mitigation at City of Saskatoon snow management sites
• Information report on temporary visitor parking permits for the Residential Parking Program

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation recommended that City Council approve $220,000 in funding for improvements at the Idylwyld Drive/Auditorium Drive intersection and on Idylwyld Drive, contingent on Arbutus Properties meeting a build-out threshold for a downtown grocery store in Midtown Plaza. The committee also recommended approving amendments to the Temporary Reserved Parking Program and received information reports on noise mitigation at snow management sites and temporary visitor parking permits.

• Recommended $220,000 for Idylwyld Drive/Auditorium Drive intersection improvements, tied to grocery store build-out threshold (5-0)
• Recommended approving Temporary Reserved Parking Program amendments (5-0)
• Recommended developing a policy for administering the Temporary Reserved Parking Program (5-0)
• Recommended preparing amendments to Bylaw No. 7200, the Traffic Bylaw, 1991 (5-0)
• Recommended continuing Temporary Reserved Parking rate reductions for special events, food trucks, and parking patios (5-0)
• Received information report on noise mitigation at snow management sites (3-1)
• Received information report on Residential Parking Program temporary visitor parking permits (5-0)

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services will consider recommending approval of a Water Conservation Strategy to City Council, and will decide on three Noise Bylaw extension requests for upcoming events. The meeting also includes routine adoption of minutes and agenda.

• Water Conservation Strategy report recommended for approval in principle
• Noise Bylaw extension for PINK Pride Block Party, 24th Street East, June 16-18, 2022 until 12:00 a.m.
• Noise Bylaw extension for Hudson's Summer Block Party, 401 21st Street East, July 21-23, 2022 until 12:00 a.m.
• Noise Bylaw extension for Canada Day at River Landing, July 1, 2022 until 12:00 a.m.

The committee approved noise bylaw extensions for three events: PINK Pride Block Party, Hudson's Summer Block Party, and Canada Day at River Landing, each until 12:00 a.m. It also recommended City Council approve the Water Conservation Strategy in principle and forward the report to the Saskatoon Environment Advisory Committee. All votes were unanimous except the PINK Pride extension, which passed 3-1.

• Approved noise bylaw extension for PINK Pride Block Party, June 16-18, 2022 until 12:00 a.m. (3-1)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for Hudson's Summer Block Party, July 21-23, 2022 until 12:00 a.m. (4-0)
• Approved noise bylaw extension for Canada Day at River Landing, July 1, 2022 until 12:00 a.m. (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Water Conservation Strategy in principle (5-0)
• Forwarded Water Conservation Strategy report to Saskatoon Environment Advisory Committee (5-0)

STREET ACTIVITY SUBCOMMITTEE - SPECIAL MEETING

The Street Activity Subcommittee is holding a special meeting to discuss three unfinished business items: a temporary shelter, a cold weather strategy, and social agencies, all under file CK 225-74. The agenda includes only discussion items with recommendations to receive information; no decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of Temporary Shelter (File No. CK 225-74)
• Discussion of Cold Weather Strategy (File No. CK 225-74)
• Discussion of Social Agencies (File No. CK 225-74)

The Street Activity Subcommittee discussed the temporary shelter, cold weather strategy, and social agencies. They decided to submit a letter to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning Development and Community Services requesting a meeting to discuss the cold weather strategy and accommodating more people at temperatures starting at -10 C. They also decided to submit a letter regarding social agencies, stating that service providers should be responsible for monitoring the exterior of their buildings and be accountable for loitering, waste, and safety. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received information on temporary shelter (carried)
• Received information on cold weather strategy (carried)
• Approved letter to Standing Policy Committee requesting meeting on cold weather strategy and -10 C threshold (carried)
• Received information on social agencies (carried)
• Approved letter to Standing Policy Committee on service provider accountability for building exteriors (carried)

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed zoning agreement amendment for 305510 Township Road 380. The commission is also considering a discretionary use application for a school addition at 2228 Herman Avenue.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Agreement for 305510 Township Road 380
• Discretionary Use application for an addition to Riverside Christian School at 2228 Herman Avenue

The Municipal Planning Commission forwarded two recommendations to City Council: approval of a zoning agreement amendment for 305510 Township Road 380 and approval of a discretionary use application for an addition to Riverside Christian School at 2228 Herman Avenue. Both motions were carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Forwarded recommendation to City Council to approve zoning agreement amendment for 305510 Township Road 380 (carried)
• Forwarded recommendation to City Council to approve discretionary use for school addition at 2228 Herman Avenue, subject to conditions (carried)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision will conduct a series of hearings via teleconference. The session includes several commercial appeal hearings, while no residential appeal hearings are scheduled.

• Commercial appeal for 3735 Thatcher Ave (File 427-2022)
• Commercial appeal for 4015 Thatcher Ave (File 480-2022)
• Commercial appeal for 219 Apex St (File 226-2022)
• Commercial appeal for 215 Apex St (File 227-2022)
• Commercial appeal for 3635 Thatcher Ave (File 228-2022) and 115 Apex St (File 230-2022)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Bylaw No. 9819, which involves a comprehensive review of the Zoning Bylaw regarding child care and adult day care facilities. The meeting also includes discussions on renewing a lease for the Victoria Park Boathouse and reviewing an amendment to the Procedures and Committees Bylaw.

• Review of Zoning Bylaw amendments for Child Care and Adult Day Care Facilities (Bylaw No. 9819)
• Renewal of lease agreement for Victoria Park Boathouse involving Saskatoon Canoe, Racing Canoe, and Rowing Clubs
• Consideration of The Procedures and Committees Amendment Bylaw, 2022 (Bylaw No. 9820)

City Council unanimously passed Bylaw No. 9819, which updates the zoning bylaw for child care and adult day care facilities, after a public hearing with no speakers. Council also approved a lease extension for the Victoria Park Boathouse with the Saskatoon Canoe Club, Racing Canoe Club, and Rowing Club, and passed Bylaw No. 9820 amending procedures and committees. All decisions were unanimous (10-0), with Councillor Kirton absent.

• Passed Bylaw No. 9819 (zoning for child/adult day care) (10-0)
• Approved Victoria Park Boathouse lease extension (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9820 (procedures and committees amendment) (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

City Council is reviewing several municipal service updates, including a new electric vehicle charging pilot and flood control strategies for Weaver Park. The meeting also addresses financial adjustments for fuel stations, parking ticket collection, and SPCA funding.

• Approval of a two-year electric vehicle community charging pilot with no user fees
• $545,000 budget increase for V&E Fuel Stations capital project
• Proposed $1,500,000 appeal contingency added to the 2022 property tax levy
• Construction of a dry storm water pond at Weaver Park scheduled for 2023
• $119,375 bonus payment approval for SREDA

City Council passed the 2022 property tax and business improvement district bylaws, endorsed the Saskatoon Freeway Phase 1 plan (9-1), and approved a lease extension for the Saskatoon Tribal Council Wellness Centre until June 15, 2022. Council also approved several funding adjustments, including $545,000 for fuel stations and $1.5 million for commercial appeal contingency.

• Approved 2022 property tax and BID bylaws (unanimous)
• Endorsed Saskatoon Freeway Phase 1 plan (9-1)
• Approved lease extension for STC Wellness Centre to June 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $545,000 budget increase for V&E fuel stations (unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M commercial appeal contingency for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved EV charging pilot without user fees (unanimous)
• Approved 15-month veteran parking pilot (unanimous)
• Approved SPCA additional funding of $102,200 (unanimous)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Board of Revision is scheduled to conduct a series of public hearings via teleconference. The meeting will focus on reviewing ten commercial appeal files regarding property assessments.

• Commercial Appeal 151-2022: 834 60th St E
• Commercial Appeal 173-2022: Chappell Stn
• Commercial Appeal 191-2022: 382 Cartwright St
• Commercial Appeal 286-2022: 3115 Lorne Ave
• Commercial Appeal 333-2022: 210 Wess Rd

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners will meet to consider a capital purchase approval for the eCollision project. The meeting also includes receiving reports on police workforce turnover rates and drug decriminalization.

• Approval of eCollision capital purchase
• Report on representative workforce and turnover rates at Saskatoon Police Service
• Report regarding decriminalization for simple possession of illicit drugs
• Receipt of Public Complaints Commission appointment message

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Appeal Board is holding a public hearing to consider two appeals against orders to remedy contraventions issued under the Property Maintenance and Nuisance Abatement Bylaw. The board will hear appeals for properties at 223 Avenue V North and 913 Avenue R North.

• Appeal No. 5-2022 - 223 Avenue V North
• Appeal No. 6-2022 - 913 Avenue R North
• Bylaw No. 8175 - The Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee will review an update on the Pilot Shared Electric Scooter Program. The committee will also receive a recommendation regarding a candidate for a social media public engagement contract.

• Update and request for input on the Pilot Shared Electric Scooter Program
• Recommendation for selection of a candidate for urban environmental sustainability public engagement
• Review of the 2021 Statement of Expenditures

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing via teleconference on April 20, 2022, to hear commercial property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled. Nine commercial appeals will be heard in the order listed. The board will accept documents into the record and post them only after decisions are rendered, subject to confidentiality orders.

• 9 commercial appeal hearings scheduled
• 915 Acadia Dr (Roll 515605100)
• 3009 Cleveland Ave (Roll 435123450)
• 704 Windsor St (Roll 475110050)
• 311 3rd Ave N (Roll 495019700)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is scheduled to hold a hearing regarding Appeal 10-2022. The appeal concerns the denial of a development permit for 1532, 1536, and 1540 Avenue B North.

• Appeal 10-2022: Development Permit Denial at 1532, 1536, 1540 Avenue B North

The Development Appeals Board held a hearing on Appeal 10-2022 regarding the denial of a development permit for six one-unit dwellings at 1532, 1536, and 1540 Avenue B North due to a site width deficiency. Evidence and arguments were presented by the appellant and the respondent. The board did not make a decision during the meeting; the outcome is recorded in a separate Record of Decision dated April 28, 2022.

• Heard Appeal 10-2022 on development permit denial for six one-unit dwellings at 1532, 1536, 1540 Avenue B North (no decision recorded in minutes)

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving prior minutes, receiving an update on council communications and constituency relations allowances, and hearing a presentation from the Save Your Skin Foundation regarding a proclamation for Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. The agenda also includes several in-camera items, such as infrastructure funding updates, appointments, and negotiations, which are closed to the public.

• Presentation by Save Your Skin Foundation on Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month proclamation
• Update on Council Communications and Constituency Relations Allowance to March 31, 2022
• In-camera update on Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program and Public Transit Funding
• In-camera appointments to Development Appeals Board and Regional Oversight Executive Committee
• In-camera negotiations update

The Governance and Priorities Committee held a routine meeting, approving the agenda and minutes, and receiving information reports. The only substantive decision was a recommendation to City Council to appoint Mayor C. Clark, Councillor R. Donauer, and Councillor Z. Jeffries (alternate) to the Regional Oversight Executive Committee for 2022. All other items were procedural or received as information, with several discussions held in camera.

• Agenda confirmed as presented (9-0)
• Minutes of March 21 and March 24, 2022 meetings approved (9-0)
• Information received on Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month proclamation (9-0)
• Council Communications and Constituency Relations Allowance update received as information (9-0)
• In-camera items on infrastructure funding, verbal updates, and appointments received and kept confidential (9-0 or 10-0)
• Recommended Mayor Clark, Councillor Donauer, and Councillor Jeffries (alternate) for Regional Oversight Executive Committee (10-0)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will discuss preferred meeting formats for the remainder of 2022. The committee will also consider co-sponsorship applications for a Peace Conference on Reconciliation and Land Justice and a virtual round dance.

• Discussion on preferred meeting format (in-person vs. hybrid) for 2022
• Co-sponsorship application: Peace Conference on Reconciliation and Land Justice
• Co-sponsorship application: Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools Virtual Round Dance
• Review of Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Policy revisions
• Review of 2019 statement of expenditures

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee decided to hold its remaining 2022 meetings in a hybrid format, allowing both in-person and virtual attendance. The committee also approved $1,000 co-sponsorships for the Peace Conference on Reconciliation and Land Justice and the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools Virtual Round Dance. All other items were informational updates or routine adoptions.

• Adopted agenda with added Committee Check-In (carried)
• Adopted February 10, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Held remainder of 2022 meetings in hybrid format (carried)
• Received Chair's report on Race Relations month events (carried)
• Received updates from Immigration, Diversity & Inclusion Consultant and Cultural Diversity Coordinator (carried)
• Received work plan and policy updates (carried)
• Approved $1,000 co-sponsorship for Peace Conference on Reconciliation and Land Justice (carried)
• Approved $1,000 co-sponsorship for Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools Virtual Round Dance (carried)

DOWNTOWN EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY GROUP

The Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group will receive reports regarding project background, development timelines, site options, and public engagement approaches. The meeting also includes an orientation provided by the City Clerk.

• Review of project background and development timeline
• Discussion of potential site options
• Review of public engagement approach
• Recommendation to consider items 4 through 9 in camera

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services is meeting to consider several recommendations for City Council, including approving a YMCA partnership model for the new East Side Leisure Centre, increasing funding to the Saskatoon SPCA for pound services, and approving a Cemetery Master Plan. The committee will also review annual reports from the Community Support Program and Public Art Advisory Committee, and discuss a temporary pause of the Civic Naming Program.

• Approve in principle Option 2: YMCA operates new East Side Leisure Centre as joint facility
• Increase funding to Saskatoon SPCA for pound services for remainder of 2022
• Approve Cemetery Master Plan in principle
• Enter into $40,000 funding agreement with Rotary Club for Victoria Park Recreation Facility
• Extend Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership service contract to August 31, 2022

The committee recommended City Council approve increased funding for the Saskatoon SPCA to continue pound services for the rest of 2022, with $102,200 from capital reserves and redirected animal cruelty investigation funds. It also recommended approving the Victoria Park Boathouse lease extension for three clubs and the Cemetery Master Plan in principle. Several items were deferred due to time constraints, and a motion to strengthen heritage preservation was approved.

• Recommended Council approve increased SPCA funding for pound services (Option 2) (6-0)
• Recommended Council approve $102,200 from capital reserves for SPCA interim funding (6-0)
• Recommended Council approve redirecting animal cruelty investigation funds to pound services (6-0)
• Amendment to increase SPCA funding to $292,517 with audit defeated (1-5)
• Recommended Council approve Victoria Park Boathouse lease extension for Saskatoon Canoe Club, Racing Canoe Club, and Rowing Club (6-0)
• Recommended Council approve Cemetery Master Plan in principle (6-0)
• Approved motion for Administration report on heritage preservation options (6-0)
• Approved motion for Administration report on state of housing continuum (6-0)

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance is meeting to review and recommend actions on several financial items, including a $1.5 million commercial/industrial property tax appeal contingency for 2022 and a plan to offset the 2021 corporate deficit through reserve transfers and utility payments. The committee will also consider approving a $119,375 bonus payment to SREDA and its 2022 performance targets, as well as a license agreement amendment with Canadian Pacific Rail for the West Central Multi-Use Corridor expansion. Several items are routine or informational, including adoption of minutes and reports on investments and an award.

• Recommend $1,500,000 appeal contingency added to property tax levy for Commercial/Industrial class for 2022
• Recommend $119,375 bonus payment to SREDA and approval of 2022 KPIs and targets
• Recommend waiving reserve transfers and using $3,711,105 contingency, $1,720,300 utility ROI, and $1,107,218 from Fiscal Stabilization Reserve to offset 2021 deficit
• Recommend amending license agreement with Canadian Pacific Rail for West Central Multi-Use Corridor expansion
• Recommend waiving $225,104.55 transfer to Internal Audit Program Reserve for 2021

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is reviewing several transportation initiatives, including a functional design report for the Saskatoon Freeway. The committee is also considering a 15-month free parking pilot for drivers with SGI Veteran license plates.

• Endorsement of Saskatoon Freeway Functional Planning Study – Phase 1 (Option 3)
• Approval of $545,000 budget increase for V&E Fuel Stations
• Proposed 15-month free parking pilot program for SGI Veteran license plates
• Amendment to Traffic Bylaw to allow approved parking apps as payment methods
• Report on options to collect unpaid parking tickets

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation unanimously recommended City Council endorse the Saskatoon Freeway Functional Planning Study – Phase 1 Functional Design Report with exceptions (Option 3). The committee also approved several other recommendations, including a $545,000 budget increase for fuel stations, a pilot program for free veteran parking, and a bylaw amendment allowing parking apps. All decisions were carried, with one vote against the delegation of parking app approval authority.

• Endorsed Saskatoon Freeway Phase 1 Functional Design Report with exceptions (6-0)
• Approved $545,000 budget increase for V&E Fuel Stations (6-0)
• Approved 15-month veteran parking pilot program (5-0, Mayor absent)
• Recommended allowing parking apps as payment method under Traffic Bylaw (6-0)
• Recommended delegating parking app approval authority to GM of Community Services (5-1)
• Requested City Solicitor prepare Traffic Bylaw amendments for parking apps (6-0)
• Approved option 1A for sweeping pedestrian walkways on bridges and pathways (6-0)
• Approved pursuing unpaid parking ticket revenue collection (6-0)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is scheduled to hold a public hearing via teleconference. The meeting includes a hearing for one commercial property appeal, while no residential appeals are listed.

• Commercial Appeal Hearing (File 12-2022) regarding 707 Brand Rd

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

Saskatoon's Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services will consider several recommendations for City Council, including a two-year electric vehicle charging pilot with no user fees, criteria for smaller curbside organics carts, and proceeding with a dry storm water pond at Weaver Park. The committee will also receive updates on the landfill gas project and a letter about tree removals, and discuss continuing the Triple Bottom Line program with proposed funding reallocations.

• Recommend approving a two-year EV charging station pilot with no user fees (Option 1)
• Recommend proceeding with detailed design and construction of a dry storm water pond at Weaver Park in 2023
• Recommend criteria for determining eligibility for smaller carts in the 2023 Curbside Organics Program
• Recommend directing $60,000 to Triple Bottom Line program and $165,000 in operating funding for 2024/2025
• Receive information on landfill gas project update and letter from SOS Trees Coalition on tree removals

The committee recommended City Council approve funding for the Triple Bottom Line program, including $60,000 from an existing energy budget and $100,000 from capital reserves, and approved a workplan pending funding. It also recommended proceeding with a dry storm water pond at Weaver Park in 2023, and approved criteria for smaller green cart sizes in the Curbside Organics Program. A motion to receive the landfill gas project update as information was carried.

• Recommended $60,000 from Integrated Energy budget to Triple Bottom Line (unanimous)
• Recommended $100,000 from Reserve for Capital Expenditures to Triple Bottom Line (4-2)
• Approved TBL workplan and adjusted work scopes (unanimous)
• Recommended $165,000 operating funding for TBL in 2024/2025 budget (unanimous)
• Recommended detailed design and construction of dry storm water pond at Weaver Park in 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved criteria for smaller cart size eligibility in Curbside Organics Program (unanimous)
• Directed interim report on variable green cart sizes in Q3 2023 (4-1)
• Directed communications report on Green Cart rollout with Council input (4-1)

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

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SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss a presentation regarding the regulatory framework for electric scooters. The meeting also includes updates on snow removal, sidewalks, and the 2022 committee work plan.

• Presentation on Electric Scooter Regulatory Framework
• Verbal update on Snow Removal and Sidewalks
• Review of 2022 Work Plan categories including Access Transit and Civic Accessibility
• Review of SAAC Budget Expenditures 2022

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee received updates on snow removal and sidewalk concerns near Sherbrooke Community Centre, and heard a presentation on the electric scooter regulatory framework. Members were asked to submit feedback on the e-scooter program by April 29, 2022, so the Chair could draft a letter for review at the May 13 meeting. The committee also added Dave Pantano to the Education and Awareness subcommittee and adopted its minutes and agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes of March 11, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received Chair's report on new committee members (carried)
• Received update on snow removal and sidewalk concerns near Sherbrooke Community Centre (carried)
• Set April 29, 2022 deadline for e-scooter feedback forms (carried)
• Directed Chair and Committee Assistant to compose cover letter for May 13 meeting (carried)
• Added Dave Pantano to Education and Awareness subcommittee (carried)
• Received statement of expenditures (carried)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision will conduct public hearings via teleconference regarding residential property appeals. The board is scheduled to hear two specific residential cases and has no commercial appeals listed for this session.

• Residential appeal hearing for 722 Atton Cres (File 6-2022)
• Residential appeal hearing for 1324 10th Ave N (File 10-2022)

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage-related items, including a funding application for the Little Stone Schoolhouse conservation project, a review of the South Downtown Local Area Design Plan as part of the zoning bylaw review, and the Official Community Plan redesign. The committee will also discuss its preferred meeting format for the remainder of 2022 and receive updates on its work plan and budget.

• Funding recommendation up to $20,000 over three years for Little Stone Schoolhouse conservation project
• Discussion of Comprehensive Review of Zoning Bylaw – South Downtown Local Area Design Plan
• Discussion of Official Community Plan Redesign – Phase II heritage items
• Discussion on preferred meeting format (in-person vs. virtual) for 2022
• Review of 2022 budget statement of expenditures

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee voted to support and forward a recommendation to the Standing Policy Committee for up to $20,000 in funding over three years for the Little Stone Schoolhouse conservation project. The committee also decided to adopt a hybrid meeting format for 2022 and sent a letter supporting Councillor Block's motion on heritage preservation. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational or procedural.

• Supported $20K grant for Little Stone Schoolhouse conservation (carried)
• Adopted hybrid meeting format for 2022 (carried)
• Forwarded letter supporting Councillor Block's heritage preservation motion (carried)
• Deferred Heritage Plan and Policy discussion to May meeting (carried)
• Adopted March 2, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Confirmed agenda with item 8.2 moved after item 6 (carried)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing regarding Appeal 7-2022. The appeal concerns the denial of a development permit for a proposed parking station at 301 Queen Street.

• Appeal 7-2022: Development Permit Denial - 301 Queen Street (Proposed Parking Station)

The Development Appeals Board granted an appeal for a parking station at 301 Queen Street, allowing a reduced landscaping strip width on the north property line. The variance of 1.5 metres was approved on the condition that the appellant receives discretionary use approval from the City. The board encouraged discussion with City Administration about suitable plant species.

• Granted appeal 7-2022 for parking station at 301 Queen Street with a 1.5-metre landscaping variance on the north property line
• Conditioned approval on receiving discretionary use approval from the City per Zoning Bylaw
• Encouraged appellant to discuss plant species with City Administration

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is meeting to hear a single residential appeal regarding property assessment. No commercial appeals are scheduled. The hearing is open to the public and will be held via teleconference.

• Residential appeal for property at 5301 Cartwright Terr (Roll No. 565051115)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS SPECIAL MEETING

This special meeting of Saskatoon City Council has one substantive item: a request to approve $350,000 in funding to Tourism Saskatoon under the Special Events Policy to support hosting the 2023 World Junior Hockey Championships, pending a successful bid and submission of a detailed event application. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, agenda confirmation, conflict of interest declarations, adjournment).

• Proposed $350,000 grant to Tourism Saskatoon for 2023 World Junior Hockey Championships
• Funding contingent on successful bid award and detailed event application package
• Reference to Special Events Policy C03-007

City Council approved $350,000 in funding for Tourism Saskatoon to support hosting the 2023 World Junior Hockey Championships, subject to the bid being awarded and a detailed application package being submitted. The motion passed unanimously with 9 votes in favor and 2 absent.

• Approved $350,000 funding to Tourism Saskatoon for 2023 World Junior Championships (9-0, 2 absent)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Board of Revision will determine scheduled commercial appeals through written submissions rather than a public meeting. There are no residential appeal hearings scheduled for this session.

• Commercial Appeal 516-2022: 211 Willis Cres
• Commercial Appeal 570-2022: 2603 Meadows Pky
• Commercial Appeal 571-2022: 206 Akhtar Bend

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is scheduled to hold a public hearing via teleconference. The meeting includes one commercial appeal and no residential appeals.

• Commercial Appeal Hearing: 810 Circle Dr E (File 17-2022)

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing several proposed amendments to the Saskatoon Zoning Bylaw. The agenda includes recommendations regarding childcare facilities, neighbourhood infill standards, and a review of the South Downtown Local Area Design Plan.

• Proposed zoning amendments for Family Child Care Homes, Child Care Centres, Pre-schools, and Adult Day Cares
• Proposed development standard amendments for one-unit, two-unit, and semi-detached dwellings in Established Neighbourhoods
• Review of the South Downtown Local Area Design Plan
• Discussion on preferred meeting formats for the remainder of 2022

The Municipal Planning Commission voted to forward the neighbourhood-level infill development amendments to City Council, recommending support for Proposed Amendments #1, #2, #3, and #5, but did not support Proposed Amendment #4 regarding maximum sidewall area calculations. The Commission also recommended that Administration clarify the definition of 'habitable living area' before Council consideration. Additionally, the Commission approved forwarding recommendations on child care and adult day care zoning amendments and decided to continue virtual meetings for 2022.

• Approved forwarding child care and adult day care zoning amendments to Council (carried)
• Approved forwarding infill amendments to Council, supporting Amendments #1, #2, #3, #5 (carried)
• Did not support Proposed Amendment #4 on maximum sidewall area calculation (no motion)
• Approved motion for Administration to clarify 'habitable living area' definition (carried)
• Approved continuing virtual meetings for 2022 (carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

Saskatoon City Council is holding its regular business meeting, where it will vote on several items including the third reading of a heritage designation bylaw for Knox United Church, approve consent agenda items covering recycling depot improvements, school zone speed policy changes, a new playground speed zone policy, and various land acquisitions and tax abatements. The meeting also includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving committee reports.

• Third reading of Bylaw No. 9737, The Knox United Church Heritage Designation Amendment Bylaw, 2021
• Pilot restricted access and hours at Lakewood Recycling Depot, increase bin collections to five per week and site clean-ups to seven per week
• Approve revisions to Council Policy C07-015, Reduced Speed Zones for Schools, and new Council Policy for Reduced Speed Zones for Playgrounds
• Reduce speed limit on Spadina Crescent from 60 km/h to 50 km/h (from 100 m north of Windsor Street to Ravine Drive)
• Approve $150,000 for Holiday Park Golf Course Driving Range from Golf Course Capital Reserve

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council is holding a public hearing to consider a proposed zoning by agreement for the Great Western Brewing Company at 519 2nd Avenue North, and to authorize borrowing up to $9,833,200 for the Home Energy Loan Program. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and receiving a list of proclamations and flag raisings.

• Proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 9814 for 519 2nd Avenue North (Great Western Brewing Company)
• Borrowing up to $9,833,200 for Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing Program (Capital Project P1956), including $7,333,200 new borrowing
• Public hearing on zoning by agreement with submissions from Michael Brennan and Vanessa Amy
• Adoption of minutes from February 28, 2022 public hearing
• Proclamation and flag raising list for February 2022

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing by teleconference on March 28, 2022, to hear one residential appeal regarding property assessment. No commercial appeals are scheduled. The appeal concerns the property at 1618 Argyle Ave.

• Residential appeal hearing for property at 1618 Argyle Ave (Roll No. 525402760)
• No commercial appeal hearings scheduled

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC- SPECIAL

The Governance and Priorities Committee is holding a special meeting to consider amending the Downtown Event and Entertainment District (DEED) Advisory Group's composition and terms of reference, including adding one voting member from the Province of Saskatchewan, and to approve the project governance model. The committee will also move in camera to discuss appointments to the advisory group. The agenda includes routine items like call to order and confirmation of agenda.

• Amend DEED Advisory Group to include 1 voting member of Province of Saskatchewan
• Approve project governance model for Downtown Event and Entertainment District
• In camera session for DEED Advisory Group appointments (CK 225-86)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is scheduled to conduct a public hearing via teleconference. The meeting includes one residential appeal and no commercial appeals.

• Residential Appeal Hearing for 111 602 Cartwright St (File 11-2022)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board granted Appeal 6-2022, allowing a development permit for a sunroom addition at 354 Fast Court despite zoning deficiencies. The proposed addition exceeded the rear yard setback by 1.452 metres and site coverage by 2%, but the board ruled in favor of the appellant.

• Granted Appeal 6-2022 for development permit denial at 354 Fast Court

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is holding a public hearing via teleconference on March 22, 2022, to consider two residential property assessment appeals. One appeal (File 44-2022) for 506 603 Lenore Dr is scheduled for 9:00 AM, and another (File 9-2022) for 102 201 Cartwright Terr is listed as withdrawn. No commercial appeals are scheduled.

• Residential appeal hearing for 506 603 Lenore Dr (Roll No. 445405845) at 9:00 AM
• Residential appeal for 102 201 Cartwright Terr (Roll No. 565050000) listed as withdrawn
• No commercial appeal hearings scheduled
• Hearing held via teleconference from Committee Room E
• Contact City Clerk's Office at 306.975.3240 for information

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing the 2022 budget implementation, specifically focusing on achieving $7 million in targeted savings. The committee is also considering changes to the advisory group for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District.

• Direction to implement budget options to realize $7 million in global reductions
• Proposed amendments to the Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group composition
• Review of the 2022 Business Improvement Districts Bylaw
• Discussion regarding potential land acquisitions for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District
• Update on the February 2022 Labour Market Review for the Saskatoon CMA

The Governance and Priorities Committee directed Administration to implement Option 2 for the 2022 Budget Implementation Update, maximizing administrative operating options to realize $7 million in global reductions/targeted savings and using year-end options to reduce reliance on the Fiscal Stabilization Reserve. The committee also approved revised terms of reference for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District Advisory Group, adding one voting member from the Province of Saskatchewan. Several other items were received as information or deferred, including a COVID-19 written update deferred to the March 28 City Council meeting.

• Directed Administration to implement Option 2 for $7M in budget reductions (11-0)
• Approved amended DEED Advisory Group terms to add 1 provincial voting member (11-0)
• Deferred COVID-19 written update to March 28 City Council meeting (11-0)
• Tabled Business Improvement Districts Bylaw report to May 2022 GPC meeting (11-0)
• Received 3 information reports on meeting stats, labour market, and strategic priorities (11-0)
• Approved in-camera land acquisition report to remain confidential (9-0, 1 absent, 1 recused)
• Recommended reappointing 4 and appointing 2 trustees to Remai Modern board (10-0, 1 absent)
• Recommended confirming DEED Advisory Group appointments to end of 2023 (10-0, 1 absent)

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners will review the 2021 year-end financial report and a proposal to transfer $650,000 to the Saskatoon Police Service Financial Stabilization Reserve. The agenda also includes receiving the 2021 Annual Missing Persons Reporting.

• $650,000 transfer to Saskatoon Police Service Financial Stabilization Reserve
• 2021 Annual Missing Persons Reporting
• Correspondence regarding Alternative Response Officers in Riversdale Business District
• 2021 Year End Financial Report

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners approved transferring $650,000 to the Saskatoon Police Service Financial Stabilization Reserve as part of the 2021 year-end financial report. The board also received reports on missing persons, the Riversdale Business District alternative response officers, and other informational items. All votes were unanimous, with one commissioner absent.

• Approved $650,000 transfer to SPS Financial Stabilization Reserve (6-0)
• Received 2021 Year End Financial Report (6-0)
• Received Annual Missing Persons Reporting - 2021 (6-0)
• Received correspondence on Alternative Response Officers in Riversdale Business District (6-0)
• Received letter from Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson appreciating SPS (6-0)
• Received Chair's Report (6-0)
• Received Chief's Report (6-0)
• Moved In Camera and kept items confidential (6-0)

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is meeting by teleconference to hear a single residential appeal against a property assessment. No commercial appeals are scheduled. The hearing concerns the property at 104 201 Cartwright Terr (Roll No. 565050010, Appeal File 16-2022).

• Residential appeal hearing for 104 201 Cartwright Terr (Roll No. 565050010, Appeal File 16-2022)
• No commercial appeal hearings scheduled

STREET ACTIVITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Street Activity Subcommittee is meeting to appoint a 2022 chair, adopt prior minutes, and receive reports on the Community Support Program including its 2021 annual report. Members will also discuss meeting format for the rest of 2022, review terms of reference, and discuss temporary shelter, cold weather strategy, and social agencies. Most items are for information or discussion, with no major decisions expected beyond the chair appointment.

• Appointment of Chair for 2022
• Adoption of Nov 17, 2021 minutes
• Community Support Program 2021 Annual Report received as information
• Discussion on meeting format (in-person vs. virtual) for remainder of 2022
• Discussion items: temporary shelter, cold weather strategy, social agencies

The Street Activity Subcommittee decided to continue holding meetings virtually and will revisit the format at its September 21, 2022 meeting. DeeAnn Mercier was appointed Chair for 2022. The committee received reports on the Community Support Program, including its 2021 Annual Report, and deferred discussions on temporary shelter, cold weather strategy, and social agencies to a future special meeting due to technological issues.

• Appointed DeeAnn Mercier as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Adopted November 17, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received Community Support Program Supervisor's report as information (carried)
• Received 2021 Community Support Program Annual Report and forwarded to Standing Policy Committee (carried)
• Continued virtual meeting format, revisit at September 21, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received Terms of Reference review as information (carried)
• Deferred temporary shelter discussion to next special meeting
• Deferred cold weather strategy discussion to next special meeting

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Appeal Board is holding a public teleconference hearing on March 16, 2022, to consider Appeal No. 4-2022 regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention issued under Bylaw No. 8175 (Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003) for the property at 210 Avenue I South. The agenda contains only this single appeal item and no attachments.

• Appeal No. 4-2022 concerning 210 Avenue I South
• Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee is reviewing preferred meeting formats for the remainder of 2022 following City Council's resolution to return to in-person meetings. The committee will also consider a request for direction on releasing a Request For Interest for social media public engagement.

• Discussion on preferred meeting format (in-person vs. hybrid) for 2022
• Funding request from Student Action for a Sustainable Future
• Review of Waste Diversion Regulation for the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Sector
• FCM Funding Decision for Home Energy Loan Program
• Request for direction on releasing a social media engagement RFI

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will consider several recommendations to City Council, including a $150,000 capital project for the Holiday Park Golf Course Driving Range, a five-year tax abatement for a development at 639 Main Street, reinstating the Temporary Asphalt Parking Patio Program, and approving in principle the Saskatoon Fire Department's Resource Deployment Priorities. The committee will also receive reports on civic naming, heritage committee plans, and hear a request to speak about the Roxy Theatre.

• Holiday Park Golf Course Driving Range project: $150,000 from Golf Course Capital Reserve
• 639 Main Street: five-year 100% tax abatement on incremental municipal, library, and education taxes
• Temporary Asphalt Parking Patio Program reinstated April 1 to October 31, 2022
• Saskatoon Fire Department Strategic Facilities Plan Resource Deployment Priorities approved in principle
• Civic Naming Committee: add 'Jinnah', 'Michael Greyeyes', 'Blakley' to Names Master List

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance is reviewing several land transactions, including a $588,840 purchase for downtown parking. The committee is also considering reallocating Municipal Economic Enhancement Program (MEEP) funds to road and park projects.

• Proposed $588,840 purchase of 213 – 5th Avenue North for monthly hangtag parking
• Reallocation of MEEP funds totaling over $530,000 to roads, sidewalks, and Riverbank Park
• Authorization for direct sale of 16.69 acres in Marquis Industrial to Triovest
• Land acquisitions for Neault Road project totaling approximately $18,637
• Authorization for disposal and removal of buildings on City-owned lands in Kensington

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to review its draft 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan. The committee will also receive verbal updates on the Recovery Park Public Art and RedBall Project. Additionally, the committee will move into an in-camera session to discuss a loan of artwork.

• Submission of 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan to Standing Policy Committee
• Verbal update on Recovery Park Public Art
• Verbal update on RedBall Project
• In-camera discussion regarding loan of artwork

The Public Art Advisory Committee voted to support the Administration's pursuit of a loan offer from Douglas Bentham for the sculpture 'Perfect World', with a location to be determined. The committee also decided to meet in a hybrid format for 2022, formed a subcommittee to develop work plan initiatives, and approved submitting its 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan to the Standing Policy Committee. Verbal updates on the Recovery Park public art call and the RedBall Project postponement were received as information.

• Supported loan of Douglas Bentham sculpture 'Perfect World' (carried)
• Adopted hybrid meeting format for 2022 (carried)
• Formed subcommittee (Brandi, Brian, James, Lia, Vanessa) for work plan initiatives (carried)
• Approved submitting 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan to Standing Policy Committee (carried)
• Adopted minutes of February 11, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received verbal updates on Recovery Park and RedBall Project as information (carried)

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates and provide direction on accessibility matters. Key items include a referral on accessible parking in downtown Saskatoon, an update on the Assisted Waste Collections Program, and the 2022 work plan focusing on deafblind services, transit, education, and civic accessibility.

• Review of accessible parking in downtown Saskatoon referred by Standing Policy Committee on Transportation
• Update on Assisted Waste Collections Program, including workshop summary and benchmarking results
• 2022 work plan categories: Deafblind Services, Access Transit/Conventional Transit, Educational and Awareness, Civic Accessibility and Safety
• Appointment of subcommittee members for Education and Awareness and Deafblind subcommittees
• Budget statement of expenditures for the committee

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee decided to hold all 2022 meetings virtually, despite City Council's plan to return to in-person meetings in April. The committee also received updates on the Experience Transit program and the Assisted Waste Collections Program, and agreed to provide feedback on accessible parking in downtown Saskatoon. Subcommittee memberships for 2022 were confirmed.

• Adopted minutes of February 11, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Confirmed 100% virtual meeting format for 2022 (carried)
• Received Chair's report on Governance and Priorities Committee (carried)
• Received Access Transit update on Experience Transit program (carried)
• Received Assisted Waste Collections Program information (carried)
• Agreed to forward feedback on accessible parking to Administration (carried)
• Requested inclusion in further discussion on accessible parking (carried)
• Confirmed 2022 subcommittee memberships (carried)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

This agenda for the Saskatoon Development Appeals Board meeting on March 8, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.

BOARD OF REVISION

The Board of Revision is conducting a hearing by written submission rather than a public meeting. This process follows an agreement between the Appellant and Respondent. There are no residential appeal hearings scheduled for this session.

• Commercial appeal hearing for 2603 Meadows Parkway (File 753-2021)

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is reviewing several policy amendments, including updates to school and playground speed zones. The committee is also considering bylaw changes for Spadina Crescent speed limits and the operation of licensed party bicycles downtown.

• Reduction of speed limit on Spadina Crescent from 60 km/h to 50 km/h
• Proposed amendments to permit licensed party bicycles in designated downtown areas
• Amendments to Council Policy for reduced speed zones at schools
• New proposed Council Policy for reduced speed zones at playgrounds
• Endorsement request for the Saskatoon Freeway Planning Study – Phase 1

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services is meeting to discuss and recommend actions on several environmental and utility matters. Key items include a proposed pilot to restrict access at the Lakewood Recycling Depot, a review of recycling depot service levels, and information reports on the water treatment plant capital strategy, carbon budget, snow and ice service levels, and the Recovery Park material diversion plan. The committee will also receive the Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee's annual report and work plan.

• Recommendation to pilot restricted depot access and hours at Lakewood Recycling Depot, with results reported in Q3 2023
• Proposal to increase recycling depot service to five bin collections per week and seven site clean-ups per week
• Information report on Water Treatment Plant Long Term Capital Strategy – Decision Quality Review
• Information report on Carbon Budget Overview
• Information report on Recovery Park – Material Diversion Plan

The committee unanimously recommended that City Council pilot restricted access and hours at the Lakewood Recycling Depot, increase recycling depot service levels to five bin collections and seven site clean-ups per week, and proceed with a comprehensive review of the Recycling Depot program. It also directed administration to provide an initial report on carbon budget principles and develop a business case for funding, including analysis of investment attraction benefits and risks of lacking clear climate strategies. All other items were received as information or adopted without substantive decisions.

• Recommended pilot of restricted access/hours at Lakewood Recycling Depot (unanimous)
• Recommended increasing recycling depot service to 5 bin collections and 7 site clean-ups per week (unanimous)
• Recommended proceeding with comprehensive Recycling Depot program review (unanimous)
• Directed administration to report on carbon budget principles and develop funding business case (unanimous)
• Directed carbon budget report to include analysis of investment attraction benefits and risks (unanimous)
• Received Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan as information (unanimous)
• Received information reports on water treatment capital strategy, snow/ice services, and Recovery Park (unanimous)

CIVIC NAMING COMMITTEE

The Committee will appoint a Chair for 2022 and provide direction on several general naming submissions. The meeting also includes reviewing deferred submissions for 'Jinnah' and 'Schenn'.

• Appointment of a Committee Chair for 2022
• Direction on 'Jinnah' and 'Schenn' deferred submissions
• Review of naming submissions including Jaime Fetter, Charles Mills, and Robert Kelly
• Review of naming submissions including Michael Greyeyes, Brittany E Walter, Nayar, Lily, Hayton, Rushad, Blakley, Chattopadhyay, and Craig
• First Quarter Report 2022 for the Civic Naming Committee

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is reviewing its 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission to City Council. The committee will also discuss priorities for the Official Community Plan and Heritage Plan and Policy redesign.

• Review of 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan
• Official Community Plan Redesign - Phase II discussions
• Heritage Festival verbal update
• 2022 Statement of Expenditures

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee voted to send a letter to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services requesting that the Roxy Theater be protected and strongly considered for heritage designation, citing its unique value and ongoing property tax increases. The committee also approved its 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission to City Council, and added a standing agenda item to discuss the Heritage Plan and Policy and Official Community Plan heritage items.

• Approved letter to Standing Policy Committee requesting Roxy Theater protection and heritage designation consideration (carried)
• Approved 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission to City Council by March 31, 2022 (carried)
• Added standing agenda item for Heritage Plan and Policy discussion (carried)
• Added discussion item 7.1.1 for Official Community Plan heritage items (carried)
• Received verbal updates on Roxy Theater status and Heritage Festival programming (carried)
• Adopted minutes of February 2, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Confirmed agenda as presented (carried)

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The agenda for the Saskatoon Appeal Board meeting on 2022-03-02 is entirely procedural boilerplate. It contains only system-generated interface text from the eSCRIBE software and no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council holds a public hearing meeting to consider four land-use items: a concept plan amendment and rezoning in Kensington (Antonini Court), rezoning in Brighton, rezoning in Rosewood, and a proposed Recreation and Sport Tax Abatement Policy. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, proclamations, and flag raisings.

• Concept plan amendment and rezoning in Kensington Neighbourhood at Antonini Court (File CK 4351-022-001)
• Rezoning in Brighton Neighbourhood from FUD(H) to R1A, R1B and RMTN (Bylaw 9809)
• Rezoning in Rosewood Neighbourhood from R1A to R2 (Bylaw 9810)
• Proposed Recreation and Sport Tax Abatement Policy (File CK 1965-0)
• Rezoning in Kensington Neighbourhood at Antonini Court (Bylaw 9811)

City Council unanimously approved a concept plan amendment and rezoning for the Kensington neighbourhood (Antonini Court), and passed three rezoning bylaws for Brighton and Rosewood neighbourhoods. Council also approved the Recreation and Sport Tax Abatement Policy with an amendment adding accessibility language. All votes were 10-0 with one councillor absent.

• Approved Kensington concept plan amendment and rezoning (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9811 for Kensington rezoning (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9809 for Brighton rezoning from FUD(H) to R1A, R1B, RMTN (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9810 for Rosewood rezoning from R1A to R2 (10-0)
• Approved Recreation and Sport Tax Abatement Policy with amendment adding 'are accessible to' (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

Saskatoon City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda containing recommendations from several standing policy committees. Key items include approving funding for waste diversion compliance and education, expanding the Assisted Waste Collections Program, and increasing the Home Energy Loan Program budget. The council will also vote on various reports and appointments.

• Approve $159,400 from Multi-Unit Organics project for ICI waste diversion compliance and education
• Increase Home Energy Loan Program capital project by $3,666,600 grant and $7,333,200 loan portion
• Expand Assisted Waste Collections Program as outlined in report
• Add median barrier on Circle Drive between College Drive and Attridge Drive to Transportation Infrastructure List
• Approve 2022 budgets for five Business Improvement Districts

City Council approved implementing mask enforcement on Saskatoon Transit per Option 4, with weekly operational updates to Council starting in March until the mandate is lifted. The motion carried 7-3. Council also approved a $5.5 million budget adjustment for the Neault Road arterial project, adopted two bylaws (Residential Parking Program Amendment and Sewer Use Amendment), and approved numerous consent agenda items including the Assisted Waste Collections Program expansion and the Home Energy Loan Program funding increase.

• Approved mask enforcement on Saskatoon Transit per Option 4 (7-3)
• Approved $5,549,000 budget adjustment for Neault Road arterial project (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9813, Residential Parking Program Amendment Bylaw, 2022 (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9812, Sewer Use Amendment Bylaw, 2022 (10-0)
• Approved expansion of Assisted Waste Collections Program (consent agenda)
• Approved $3,666,600 grant and $7,333,200 loan for Home Energy Loan Program (consent agenda)
• Approved 2022 Business Improvement District budgets (consent agenda)
• Approved amendments to Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (consent agenda)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing via teleconference to consider one appeal: Appeal 5-2022, regarding a denied development permit for a proposed detached garage at 3219 Ortona Street. The board will review the denial and related documents. No other items are on the agenda.

• Appeal 5-2022: Development permit denial for proposed detached garage at 3219 Ortona Street
• Public hearing via teleconference, 4:00–6:00 p.m., February 22, 2022
• Contact City Clerk's Office at 306.975.3240 for information

The Development Appeals Board heard an appeal by Myron and Sharon Meier against the denial of a development permit for a detached garage at 3219 Ortona Street. The permit was denied because the proposed garage's floor area of 98.234 square metres exceeded the 87 square metre maximum allowed under Zoning Bylaw No. 8770. The board concluded the hearing and determined the appeal, with the outcome detailed in a Record of Decision dated March 3, 2022. The minutes do not state the final decision in the text provided.

• Heard Appeal 5-2022 regarding a denied development permit for a detached garage at 3219 Ortona Street.
• Entered exhibits into the record with no objections, including the notice of appeal and site plans.
• Received evidence and argument from the appellants and the respondent city planner.
• Determined the appeal, with reasons outlined in a Record of Decision dated March 3, 2022.

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee will consider amendments to the Terms of Reference for several advisory committees. The meeting also includes reviews of 2021 travel, training, and car allowance expenditures for City Council.

• Proposed amendments to Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Review of 2021 Council Communications and Constituency Relations Allowance
• Report on mask enforcement on Saskatoon Transit
• Approval of 2021 City Council travel and training expenses
• Proposal to rename the Flag and Proclamations Policy to Protocol Policy

The Governance and Priorities Committee voted 7-3 to recommend City Council adopt Option 4 for mask enforcement on Saskatoon Transit, as outlined in a February 22, 2022 report. It also unanimously recommended weekly updates to Council on transit mask compliance and negative interactions until mandatory masking is lifted. The committee approved amendments to advisory committee terms of reference, including virtual meeting flexibility and composition changes, and recommended renaming the Flag and Proclamations Policy to the Protocol Policy. Several appointments were recommended to City Council, including Paul Benson to the Accessibility Advisory Committee and Brandi Gartner to the Public Art Advisory Committee.

• Recommended City Council adopt Option 4 for mask enforcement on Saskatoon Transit (7-3 vote).
• Recommended weekly updates to Council on transit mask compliance and negative interactions until masking is lifted (unanimous).
• Approved amendments to advisory committee terms of reference, including virtual meeting flexibility and composition changes (unanimous).
• Recommended renaming Council Policy C01-028 to the Protocol Policy and expanding it per Option 4 (unanimous).
• Approved 2021 travel and training expense allocations for City Councillors (unanimous).
• Approved 2021 car allowance allocations for City Councillors (unanimous).
• Recommended amending the Travel and Training Policy to include strategic priority areas (unanimous).
• Recommended Paul Benson to the Accessibility Advisory Committee and Brandi Gartner to the Public Art Advisory Committee (unanimous).

BOARD OF REVISION

The Saskatoon Board of Revision is meeting by teleconference to hear property assessment appeals. No residential appeals are scheduled; one commercial appeal for 1602 Chappell Dr (Roll No. 524413130, Appeal File 751-2021) will be heard. The meeting is open to the public.

• Commercial appeal hearing for 1602 Chappell Dr (Roll No. 524413130, Appeal File 751-2021)
• No residential appeal hearings scheduled

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners will confirm its agenda, adopt January minutes, and receive several reports from the Chief of Police, including 2021 traffic unit and business plan year-end reports. The board will also vote on renewing its Canadian Association of Police Governance membership at a cost of $5,100.00, and receive a letter from Saskatoon Co-Operative Association Limited regarding retail policing services. A firearms report requested by the board in October 2021 will be presented, followed by a move to an in camera session.

• Renew CAPG membership for 2022/23 at $5,100.00
• Receive 2021/22 Firearms Report with Superintendent Patrick Nogier in attendance
• Receive 2021 Business Plan Year End Report with PowerPoint presentation
• Receive 2021 SPS Traffic Unit and Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan annual reports
• Receive letter from Gerald Hiebert, CEO, Saskatoon Co-Operative Association Limited, on retail policing services

The Board unanimously approved renewing the Canadian Association of Police Governance (CAPG) membership at a cost of $5,100.00. A motion to waive notice and consider resuming in-person meetings in March 2022 was defeated (6-1), but administration indicated meetings would resume in person in April, with a report to come in March. The Board also received several reports, including the 2021 Business Plan Year End Report and the 2021/22 Firearms Report, and approved a motion for future annual traffic reporting to include school zone and neighbourhood-level enforcement data.

• Approved renewal of CAPG membership for $5,100.00 (unanimous).
• Defeated motion to waive notice for resuming in-person meetings in March 2022 (6-1).
• Received Chief's Report on protests, pandemic impacts, and Evan Penner incident (unanimous).
• Received Retail Policing Services letter from Saskatoon Co-op (unanimous).
• Received Traffic Unit and Combined Traffic Services annual reports (unanimous).
• Approved future traffic reporting to include school zone and neighbourhood-level enforcement data (unanimous).
• Received 2021 Business Plan Year End Report (unanimous).
• Received 2021/22 Firearms Report (unanimous).

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Property Maintenance Appeals Board is holding a public hearing via teleconference to consider Appeal No. 2-2022 regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention issued under Bylaw No. 8175 for the property at 437 Avenue U South. The agenda contains only this single appeal item.

• Appeal No. 2-2022 concerning 437 Avenue U South
• Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175 (Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003)

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a proposed zoning by agreement to rezone 519 2nd Avenue North to IH – Heavy Industrial District, subject to a Zoning Agreement, for Great Western Brewing Company. The commission will also adopt minutes from the January 25, 2022 meeting and receive an update on reports sent to City Council on January 31, 2022. The meeting is held via teleconference on February 15, 2022.

• Proposed rezoning of 519 2nd Avenue North to IH – Heavy Industrial District, subject to a Zoning Agreement
• Recommendation to forward the rezoning proposal to City Council for a Public Hearing
• Adoption of minutes from the January 25, 2022 Municipal Planning Commission meeting
• Update on reports considered by City Council at its January 31, 2022 Public Hearing

The Municipal Planning Commission voted to recommend City Council approve rezoning 519 2nd Avenue North to IH – Heavy Industrial District, subject to a Zoning Agreement, for Great Western Brewing Company's expansion. The recommendation includes provisions for parking, landscaping alternatives, preserving existing trees, and a tourism component. The commission also adopted prior minutes and received an update on reports to Council.

• Carried motion to add two speakers to agenda item 7.1 and approve amended agenda
• Carried motion to adopt minutes of January 25, 2022 meeting
• Carried motion to recommend City Council approve rezoning of 519 2nd Avenue North to IH – Heavy Industrial District, subject to a Zoning Agreement
• Carried motion to receive update on reports to Council from January 31, 2022

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance is meeting to discuss several financial matters, including the sale of city-owned industrial lots, approval of Business Improvement District budgets, property tax liens, and removal of restrictive covenants. The committee will also receive an information report on the city's credit rating and hold an in-camera session for audit and land matters.

• Authorize sale of Lots 2-4, Block 281; Lots 2-5, Block 282; Lots 1-8, Block 283; Lots 1-5, Block 284 in Marquis Phase 11 Industrial Area via open market
• Approve 2022 budgets for Downtown Saskatoon, Broadway, Riversdale, Sutherland, and 33rd Street Business Improvement Districts
• Instruct City Solicitor to take action on properties with 2021 tax liens under The Tax Enforcement Act
• Authorize removal of restrictive covenants in Saskatoon Land development areas, enforcing architectural controls instead
• Receive S&P Global Ratings report on City of Saskatoon as information

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance unanimously approved the sale of city-owned lots in the Marquis Phase 11 Industrial Area through the open market, with prices as listed in the Chief Financial Officer's report. The committee also requested the City Solicitor to prepare the necessary agreements. Additionally, the committee asked for a report on chemical buffer information for purchasers and recommended that City Council review other municipalities' practices regarding chemical buffer zones.

• Approved the sale of specific lots in Marquis Phase 11 Industrial Area via open market (standard terms) with prices from the CFO's report.
• Authorized the City Solicitor to prepare agreements and the Mayor and City Clerk to execute them under the Corporate Seal.
• Requested a report to the March SPC on Finance detailing chemical buffer information provided to purchasers of new lots in the area.
• Recommended to City Council that Administration report on other municipalities' public information and actions for Chemical Buffer Zones.
• Recommended to City Council approval of 2022 budgets for five Business Improvement Districts (Downtown, Broadway, Riversdale, Sutherland, 33rd Street).
• Recommended to City Council that the City Solicitor take action under The Tax Enforcement Act regarding properties with 2021 tax liens.
• Authorized Administration to remove restrictive covenants in Saskatoon Land development areas on a case-by-case basis, enforcing architectural controls instead.
• Received information reports on S&P Global Ratings and audit-related items, with discussions kept in camera.

CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION

This is a special in-camera strategic planning session of Saskatoon City Council and the Saskatchewan Party Caucus. The council will discuss downtown safety and homelessness, as well as strategic funding options for the Downtown Entertainment District. No decisions are being made; the session is for discussion only.

• Downtown Safety and Homelessness
• Downtown Entertainment District Strategic Funding Options

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The committee will review updates on several public art projects, including the Bus Rapid Transit project and Recovery Park. Members will also discuss the 2022 work plan and an in-camera discussion regarding an offer to loan artwork.

• Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Public Art Project update
• Placemaker Program update
• Installation of 'For as Long as the Sun Shines' update
• Recovery Park and Story Maps updates
• In-camera discussion regarding an offer to loan artwork

The Public Art Advisory Committee received updates on several public art projects, including the BRT art project, RedBall Project, and the installation of 'For as Long as the Sun Shines'. The committee discussed its 2022 work plan and agreed to continue discussions in March. In a closed session, the committee supported the administration's pursuit of a loan agreement for artwork, with details to be reported publicly at the next meeting.

• Confirmed agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes of January 14, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received verbal updates on BRT art, RedBall, installation, Recovery Park, Story Maps, Bunkhouse (carried)
• Agreed to continue work plan discussions at March meeting
• Moved in camera to deliberate loan of artwork (carried)
• Supported administration's pursuit of loan agreement (carried)

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss its 2022 work plan, provide feedback on a governance review of advisory committee terms of reference, and receive updates on the Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre capital project. The committee will also consider subcommittee appointments and review its budget expenditures.

• Governance review of advisory committee terms of reference (CK 225-1 x 255-2) with feedback due Feb 16, 2022
• Verbal update on Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre Capital Project
• Discussion of 2022 work plan and 2021 annual report
• Appointments to Education and Awareness and Deafblind subcommittees for 2022
• Review of SAAC Budget Expenditures 2022

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee approved its 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission to City Council. The committee also decided to provide feedback on the governance review of advisory committees, including a letter and having the chair speak to the matter. Subcommittee appointments were deferred to the March meeting.

• Approved 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission to City Council (carried)
• Approved sending feedback letter on governance review to Governance and Priority Committee (carried)
• Chair to speak on governance review at Governance and Priority Committee meeting (carried)
• Deferred subcommittee appointments to March meeting (carried)
• Received updates on Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre project and Access Transit policy (carried)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates and provide direction on co-sponsoring three events: the 7th Annual Saskatchewan Gay-Straight Alliance Summit, Threads Cultural Conversations 2022, and the Annual Diversity Awards Gala. The committee will also review its work plan, a 2022 budget statement of expenditures, and receive verbal updates from staff. Most agenda items are informational or procedural, with the co-sponsorship decisions being the main actionable items.

• Co-sponsorship direction for 7th Annual Saskatchewan Gay-Straight Alliance Summit
• Co-sponsorship direction for Threads Cultural Conversations 2022
• Co-sponsorship direction for Annual Diversity Awards Gala
• Review of 2022 budget statement of expenditures
• Adoption of January 13, 2022 minutes

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee is reviewing its draft 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for approval. The meeting includes updates on the Curbside Organics Program and the electric scooter pilot project framework.

• Approval of the 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan
• Update on the Electric Scooter Pilot Project Framework
• Update on the Curbside Organics Program
• Appointment of a representative for the Community Cash Grants Program - Environmental Component
• Review of the 2021 Statement of Expenditures

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee approved its 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission to the Standing Policy Committee. It also appointed Christina McRorie as its representative for the Community Cash Grants Program environmental component. The committee received updates on the electric scooter pilot project and the Curbside Organics Program, but took no other substantive decisions.

• Approved 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission (carried)
• Appointed Christina McRorie as representative for Community Cash Grants Program environmental component (carried)
• Received electric scooter pilot project update (carried)
• Received Curbside Organics Program update (carried)
• Received Chair's report (carried)
• Received GHG Subcommittee update (carried)
• Received budget statement (carried)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Saskatoon Development Appeals Board heard three appeals on February 8, 2022. It denied an appeal by The Salvation Army for a detached accessory building at 38 Bateman Crescent due to height violations. It granted an appeal for a restaurant addition (enclosed patio) at 1808 Broadway Avenue, and granted an appeal for a dwelling group at 275 Kloppenburg Way regarding driveway access through a landscaping strip.

• Denied appeal 2-2022 for detached accessory building at 38 Bateman Crescent (height violations)
• Granted appeal 3-2022 for restaurant addition at 1808 Broadway Avenue (parking and setback deficiencies)
• Granted appeal 4-2022 for dwelling group at 275 Kloppenburg Way (unnecessary access through landscaping strip)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS SPECIAL MEETING

City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a COVID-19 update from Saskatoon Fire. The main decision is whether to remove proof-of-vaccination or negative test requirements for City facilities once the provincial health order is rescinded, while continuing to require face masks in all City facilities except Saskatoon Transit. Council would also receive monthly COVID updates from administration starting in March 2022.

• Remove proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test requirements for City facilities when provincial order is rescinded
• Continue face mask requirement for all persons accessing City facilities, excluding Saskatoon Transit
• Administration to report monthly to GPC starting March 2022 on COVID and mask recommendation

City Council voted 10-1 to remove the proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test requirement for City facilities once the provincial public health order is rescinded. Council also voted unanimously to continue the face mask requirement in City facilities, including transit, after the provincial order ends, and to have masks available on buses. Administration will report monthly on the mask requirement and on enforcement options for transit.

• Removed proof of vaccination/negative test requirement for City facilities upon provincial rescission (10-1)
• Continued face mask requirement in City facilities, including transit, after provincial order ends (unanimous)
• Directed monthly COVID updates to Governance and Priorities Committee starting March 2022 (unanimous)
• Requested report on transit mask enforcement resources and options (unanimous)
• Continued availability of masks on transit buses (unanimous)

SPC-ENVIRONMENT, UTILITIES AND CORPORATE SERVICES - PUBLIC

Saskatoon's Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services will consider several recommendations for City Council, including funding for industrial/commercial/institutional waste diversion compliance and education, expanding the Assisted Waste Collections Program, and approving a new income-qualified rebate structure for the Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) with increased FCM funding. The committee will also receive information reports on food reclamation practices and the public Wi-Fi pilot project, plus the 2022 work plan of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee.

• Recommend $159,400 from Multi-Unit Organics project to Waste Reduction Initiatives for ICI compliance and education work plan
• Recommend $284,400 from Solid Waste Reduction & Diversion Plan to Waste Reduction Initiatives for 2023 ICI work
• Recommend expanding Assisted Waste Collections Program
• Approve HELP rebate option 2 and Table 3 rebate values; increase P1956 by $3,666,600 grant and $7,333,200 loan
• Receive 2022 DEIAC Work Plan as information

The Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services unanimously recommended that City Council approve several items. These include directing $159,400 from the Multi-Unit Organics project to fund an Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) waste diversion compliance and education work plan, and expanding the Assisted Waste Collections Program. The committee also recommended approving funding and eligibility changes for the Home Energy Loan Program (HELP), including a $3,666,600 grant and $7,333,200 loan increase from FCM funding.

• Recommended $159,400 from Multi-Unit Organics project for ICI waste compliance work plan (unanimous)
• Recommended expanding Assisted Waste Collections Program (unanimous)
• Recommended HELP income cut-off at 2.5x Statistics Canada Low Income Cut-Off (unanimous)
• Recommended Option 2 rebate structure for HELP program (unanimous)
• Recommended increasing HELP capital project by $3,666,600 grant and $7,333,200 loan (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2022 Work Plan of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee to City Council (unanimous)
• Received information reports on food reclamation and public Wi-Fi pilot (unanimous)

SPC-TRANSPORTATION - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is reviewing several infrastructure and safety reports. Key decisions include recommendations to add a median barrier to Circle Drive and to maintain the current impound lot business model.

• Recommendation to approve 'Business as Usual' for the City of Saskatoon Impound Lot
• Proposal to add a median barrier project on Circle Drive between College Drive and Attridge Drive
• Request for the Mayor to seek amendments to late payment charge regulations
• Review of the 17th Street Extension Project
• Final report on the Vehicle Noise Mitigation Study

The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation unanimously recommended that City Council approve Option #1 – Business as Usual for the City of Saskatoon Impound Lot, with further reporting after two years post-pandemic. It also recommended that the Mayor write to the Minister of Justice to seek an amendment allowing cities to set late payment charges exceeding current regulations. Additionally, the committee recommended adding a median barrier on Circle Drive between College Drive and Attridge Drive to the Transportation Infrastructure List and developing a policy for retrofitting median barriers on high-speed roadways.

• Recommended Option #1 – Business as Usual for Impound Lot (5-0)
• Recommended Mayor write to Minister of Justice re: late payment charge amendment (5-0)
• Recommended adding median barrier design and installation on Circle Drive to Transportation Infrastructure List (5-0)
• Recommended developing policy for retrofitting median barriers on high-speed roadways (5-0)
• Referred Central Industrial Area Traffic Review to City Council for information (5-0)
• Requested administration report on accessible parking review and referral to Accessibility Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Requested administration report on snow clearing windrows on medians and bridges (5-0)
• Requested administration report on 17th Street Extension project funding (5-0)

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee voted to send a letter to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services recommending that sidewalks in heritage areas and adjacent to heritage properties be prioritized for repair and maintenance. The committee also approved membership renewals, confirmed subcommittee memberships, and deferred its 2022 work plan to the March meeting.

• Approved letter recommending prioritization of sidewalk repairs in heritage areas (carried)
• Approved $52.50 Heritage Saskatchewan/National Trust of Canada membership renewal (carried)
• Approved $30.00 Saskatoon Heritage Society membership renewal (carried)
• Confirmed 2022 subcommittee memberships for Events, Policy and Planning, Education and Awareness, and Elders Circle (carried)
• Deferred 2022 work plan discussion to March meeting (carried)
• Received information on Roxy Theater status and heritage incentives (carried)
• Received updates on Downtown BID signage and Riversdale sidewalk issues (carried)
• Approved feedback to Governance and Priorities Committee on advisory committee terms of reference (carried)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING MEETING

Saskatoon City Council holds a public hearing meeting to consider several land-use and financial items. These include proposed rezoning bylaws, a discretionary use application for a car wash, a zoning text amendment about in-ground pools, and approval of planned borrowing for capital projects. The meeting also includes a request to lease city-owned property to the Kinsmen Club for a seniors center.

• Rezoning Hampton Village Business Park from FUD to R1A, IB, IB(H) (Bylaw 9805)
• Discretionary use for car wash at Gallagher Street and McClocklin Road by Dream Development
• Rezoning 1121 College Drive from AG to M3 with zoning agreement (Bylaw 9806)
• Zoning text amendment to allow in-ground pools in Riverbank Slope Overlay (Bylaw 9807)
• Borrowing up to $15,210,000 for Wastewater Bioreactor Expansion, $5,778,000 for Wastewater N40 Force Main, $12,645,000 for Water Capital Development Expansion

City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved several items: rezoning of Hampton Village Business Park and 1121 College Drive, a discretionary use application for a car wash, a zoning bylaw text amendment for in-ground swimming pools, borrowing for water and wastewater projects, and a five-year lease for the Cosmopolitan Seniors Center to the Kinsmen Club with an option to renew for five more years.

• Approved rezoning of Hampton Village Business Park from FUD to R1A, IB, IB(H) (Bylaw 9805) (10-0)
• Approved discretionary use for car wash at Gallagher Street and McClocklin Road (10-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1121 College Drive from AG to M3 (Bylaw 9806) (10-0)
• Approved zoning bylaw text amendment for in-ground swimming pools in Riverbank Slope Overlay District (Bylaw 9807) (10-0)
• Approved borrowing up to $15.21M for Wastewater Bioreactor Expansion, $5.778M for N40 Force Main, $12.645M for Water Capital Development (10-0)
• Approved 5-year lease of Cosmopolitan Seniors Center to Kinsmen Club with option to renew for 5 more years (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING

City Council is reviewing a proposal to develop a new City Centre Recreation Facility in partnership with Saskatoon Tribal Council. The agenda also includes approving the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and reallocating $376,066.03 to the Affordable Housing Reserve.

• Authorization to discuss a new White Buffalo Youth Lodge/City Centre Recreation Facility with Saskatoon Tribal Council
• Approval of Landmark Outdoor Basketball Court project scope increase from $530,000 to $900,000
• Reallocation of $376,066.03 from Neighbourhood Land Development Funds to the Affordable Housing Reserve
• Withdrawal of $728,806.63 from the Property Realized Reserve for land development costs
• Expansion of 8,550 square feet of lease space at 145 1st Avenue North for emergency residential shelter

Council voted unanimously to suspend the Framework for Measures to Mitigate the Risk of COVID-19 Transmission in Saskatoon, while directing administration to continue following provincial public health measures. It also approved adding 8,550 square feet of second-floor space to the temporary emergency residential shelter lease with Saskatoon Tribal Council at 145 1st Avenue North. The 2022-2025 Strategic Plan was adopted, and a bylaw amending private sewer and water service connections was passed.

• Suspended COVID-19 transmission mitigation framework (10-0)
• Approved 8,550 sq ft expansion of emergency shelter lease at 145 1st Ave N (10-0)
• Adopted 2022-2025 Strategic Plan (10-0)
• Approved Landmark outdoor basketball court project, scope increased to $900,000 (9-0)
• Approved $376,066.03 reallocation to Affordable Housing Reserve (10-0)
• Approved $728,806.63 withdrawal from Property Realized Reserve (10-0)
• Passed Bylaw No. 9808, Private Sewer and Water Service Connection Amendment (10-0)
• Defeated motion to report on FTE redeployments (1-9)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

This agenda for the Saskatoon Development Appeals Board meeting on January 25, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The text is limited to interface labels and placeholders, with no listed appeals, hearings, or other business.

MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider forwarding three rezoning proposals to City Council for approval: a concept plan amendment and rezoning in Kensington near Antonini Court, a rezoning in Brighton from FUD(H) to R1A, R1B and RMTN, and a rezoning in Rosewood from R1A to R2. The commission will also receive information reports on supportive housing and child care/adult day care facilities as part of the Zoning Bylaw review. Administrative items include appointing a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022 and adopting the December 21, 2021 minutes.

• Kensington concept plan amendment and rezoning near Antonini Court
• Brighton rezoning from FUD(H) to R1A, R1B and RMTN
• Rosewood rezoning from R1A to R2 adjacent to Rosewood Drive and Mazurek Crescent
• Information report on supportive housing zoning review
• Information report on child care and adult day care facilities zoning review

The Municipal Planning Commission forwarded three rezoning and concept plan amendment proposals to City Council for consideration at public hearings: a concept plan amendment and rezoning in Kensington (Antonini Court), a rezoning in Brighton from FUD(H) to R1A, R1B and RMTN, and a rezoning in Rosewood from R1A to R2. The Commission also received information reports on supportive housing and child care/adult day care zoning reviews, and appointed Joshua Delainey as Chair and Chelsea Parent as Vice-Chair for 2022.

• Appointed Joshua Delainey as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Chelsea Parent as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Forwarded Kensington concept plan amendment and rezoning (Antonini Court) to City Council (carried)
• Forwarded Brighton rezoning from FUD(H) to R1A, R1B and RMTN to City Council (carried)
• Forwarded Rosewood rezoning from R1A to R2 to City Council (carried)
• Received information report on supportive housing zoning review (carried)
• Received information report on child care and adult day care zoning review (carried)

GOVERNANCE AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE - PUBLIC

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend actions on several items, including suspending the city's COVID-19 mitigation framework, adopting the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan, and receiving updates on VIDO's pandemic research centre and return-to-workplace plans. The committee will also hold an in-camera session to discuss potential funding strategies for infrastructure and the proposed entertainment district, as well as various appointments and resignations.

• Recommendation to suspend the Framework for Measures to Mitigate the Risk of COVID-19 Transmission in Saskatoon
• Recommendation to adopt the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan
• Presentation/update on VIDO's CL4 progress and plans to become Canada's Centre for Pandemic Research
• In-camera discussion on potential funding strategies within the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program
• In-camera discussion on strategic considerations for provincial funding to the proposed Entertainment District Project

The Governance and Priorities Committee unanimously recommended that City Council suspend the Framework for Measures to Mitigate the Risk of COVID-19 Transmission in Saskatoon and continue complying with provincial health measures. It also unanimously recommended adopting the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The committee approved resuming in-person Council and Committee meetings on April 1, 2022. Several appointments and resignations were handled in camera, with recommendations to Council for appointments to various boards and committees.

• Recommended suspending COVID-19 framework and continuing provincial compliance (11-0)
• Recommended adopting 2022-2025 Strategic Plan (11-0)
• Approved resuming in-person meetings April 1, 2022 (11-0)
• Received petition request and referred to administration report (11-0)
• Recommended Mayor Clark, Councillors Davies and Block to DEED Advisory Group (10-0)
• Recommended readvertising Remai Modern Board vacancies (10-0)
• Recommended Jody Glines to Social Services Subcommittee (10-0)
• Recommended Rishi Patel to Municipal Planning Commission (10-0)

BOARD OF REVISION - ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

This is the annual organizational meeting of Saskatoon's Board of Revision, which hears property assessment appeals. The board will appoint a chair and vice-chair for 2022, appoint panel chairs, receive reports on 2021 appeal statistics and the 2022 reassessment cycle, designate a court reporting service, and approve its policy and procedures manual. It will also go into closed session to appoint legal counsel and discuss strategic planning.

• Appointment of Board Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022
• Appointment of Panel Chairs for 2022
• Designation of Royal Reporting Services for court reporting and transcription for 2022
• Approval of 2022 Board of Revision Policy and Procedures Manual
• In camera session for legal counsel appointment and strategic planning

The Board of Revision held an organizational meeting, reappointing Adrian Deschamps as Chair and Asit Sarkar as Vice-Chair for 2022, and appointing five panel chairs. The board also approved the 2022 Policy and Procedures Manual, designated Royal Reporting Services for court reporting, and reappointed its legal counsel in camera. No substantive decisions on appeals or assessments were made.

• Reappointed Adrian Deschamps as Chair and Asit Sarkar as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed five panel chairs for 2022: Deschamps, Sarkar, Dutton, Bold, Choquette (carried)
• Approved 2022 Policy and Procedures Manual, subject to edits and legal counsel review (carried)
• Designated Royal Reporting Services as court reporting provider for 2022 (carried)
• Reappointed previous legal counsel for 2022 (in camera, carried)

SASKATOON APPEAL BOARD

The Saskatoon Property Maintenance Appeals Board is meeting by teleconference to hear one appeal (No. 35-2021) regarding an Order to Remedy Contravention under Bylaw No. 8175 for 221 Avenue L South. A second appeal (No. 34-2021) for 107 Ball Crescent has been withdrawn. The meeting is open to the public.

• Appeal No. 35-2021 – 221 Avenue L South
• Appeal No. 34-2021 – 107 Ball Crescent (withdrawn)
• Bylaw No. 8175 – Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, 2003

SPC-FINANCE - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance will meet to appoint a chair and vice chair, confirm the agenda, adopt prior minutes, and consider several recommendations to City Council. Key items include approving the 2022 Internal Audit Plan, authorizing a pilot presale process for residential parcels in Kensington, reallocating $376,066.03 to the Affordable Housing Reserve, and withdrawing $728,806.63 from the Property Realized Reserve for land development costs.

• 2022 Internal Audit Plan approval
• Pilot presale allocation process for Kensington residential parcels
• Reallocation of $376,066.03 to Affordable Housing Reserve
• Withdrawal of $728,806.63 from Property Realized Reserve
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022

The Standing Policy Committee on Finance unanimously recommended City Council approve the 2022 Internal Audit Plan. It also recommended extending a pilot presale process for Kensington residential parcels, reallocating $376,066.03 to the Affordable Housing Reserve, and approving a $728,806.63 withdrawal from the Property Realized Reserve. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Recommended 2022 Internal Audit Plan approval (6-0)
• Recommended pilot presale process for Kensington parcels (6-0)
• Recommended reallocating $376,066.03 to Affordable Housing Reserve (6-0)
• Recommended $728,806.63 withdrawal from Property Realized Reserve (6-0)

SPC-PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES - PUBLIC

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will consider several recommendations, including authorizing discussions with the Saskatoon Tribal Council for a new White Buffalo Youth Lodge/City Centre Recreation Facility, approving a $900,000 outdoor basketball court project, and approving a lease for the Cosmopolitan Seniors Center. The committee will also receive information reports on zoning bylaw reviews for supportive housing and child care facilities, and other updates.

• Authorize discussions with Saskatoon Tribal Council for a new White Buffalo Youth Lodge/City Centre Recreation Facility
• Approve Jumpstart's outdoor basketball multi-court in River Landing Phase 2, increasing project scope from $530,000 to $900,000
• Approve 5-year lease for Cosmopolitan Seniors Center at 614 11th Street East with Kinsmen Club of Saskatoon
• Approve 2022 Cultural Grant Capital Reserve Awards
• Add names (Kyle, Traeger, Alvarado, Cowessess, Lepine) to Civic Naming Committee's Names Master List

The Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services recommended that City Council authorize administration to enter into discussions with the Saskatoon Tribal Council to develop an Agreement in Principle for investing in a new White Buffalo Youth Lodge/City Centre Recreation Facility. The committee also recommended approving a Jumpstart and Hoist the Hoops outdoor basketball multi-court in River Landing Phase 2, increasing the project scope from $530,000 to $900,000, fully funded by Jumpstart. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Recommended authorizing discussions with Saskatoon Tribal Council for a new White Buffalo Youth Lodge/City Centre Recreation Facility (unanimous)
• Recommended approving Jumpstart/Hoist the Hoops outdoor basketball multi-court in River Landing Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Recommended increasing Capital Project P03003 Hoist the Hoops from $530,000 to $900,000, fully funded by Jumpstart (unanimous)
• Recommended approving 2022 Cultural Grant Capital Reserve Awards (unanimous)
• Recommended approving amendments to Council Policy C09-040 Façade Conservation and Enhancement Grant (unanimous)
• Recommended approving a five-year lease with Kinsmen Club of Saskatoon for Cosmopolitan Seniors Center (unanimous)
• Added five names to Names Master List (unassigned): Kyle, Traeger, Alvarado, Cowessess, Lepine (unanimous)
• Closed referrals for Poster Locations and Street Activity Sub-Committee – Public Safety (unanimous)

SASKATOON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: appointing a chair and vice-chair for 2022, confirming the agenda, adopting minutes, and receiving updates. The committee will also review a City Council referral on accessibility standards for new parks and playground structures, provide feedback on a governance review of advisory committee terms of reference, and begin drafting its 2021 annual report and 2022 work plan.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Review of accessibility standards for new parks and playground structures (referred by City Council)
• Feedback on governance review of advisory committee terms of reference (due Feb 16, 2022)
• Draft 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan (due March 31, 2022)
• 2022 budget of $3,000 for conferences and education

The Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee held a procedural meeting, appointing Chelsea Wisser as Chair and Bill Lehne as Vice Chair for 2022. The committee received updates on the electric scooter pilot project and accessibility standards for new parks, and deferred discussion on a governance review and work plan to its February meeting.

• Appointed Chelsea Wisser as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Bill Lehne as Vice Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Received orientation information from Deputy City Clerk (carried)
• Received 2022 membership list (carried)
• Confirmed agenda (carried)
• Adopted November 12, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Received electric scooter pilot project update (carried)
• Deferred governance review discussion to February meeting (carried)

PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, receive orientation on advisory committees and the Public Art Policy, and hear verbal updates on several public art projects including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) art, the Placemaker Program, and the installation of 'For as Long as the Sun Shines'. The committee will also review a governance report on advisory committee terms of reference and discuss its 2022 work plan and $10,000 budget.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022
• Verbal updates on BRT Public Art Project, Placemaker Program, 'For as Long as the Sun Shines' installation, Recovery Park, and Story Maps
• Review of governance report on advisory committee terms of reference (CK 225-1 x 255-2)
• Discussion of 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan
• In camera session to discuss loan of artwork

The Public Art Advisory Committee held an organizational meeting, reappointing Pam Staples as Chair and James Hawn as Vice-Chair for 2022. The committee deferred verbal updates on several public art projects to the February meeting and discussed work plan items, including the YXE ART TEE initiative. No substantive decisions were made beyond the appointments and deferrals.

• Reappointed Pam Staples as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Reappointed James Hawn as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Confirmed agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes of November 12, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Deferred verbal updates on BRT Public Art, Placemaker Program, 'For as Long as the Sun Shines', Recovery Park, and Story Maps to February meeting (carried)
• Moved in camera to deliberate loan of artwork (carried)
• Received in camera report and kept discussion confidential under LAFOIP (carried)

SASKATOON ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee is holding a procedural meeting to confirm its 2022 membership and leadership. The body will review the year-end 2021 statement of expenditures and draft its annual report and work plan for submission to City Council by March 31, 2022. Additionally, the committee will provide feedback on a governance review of advisory committee terms of reference.

• 2022 approved budget is $7,800, including $1,800 for the Student Action for a Sustainable Future program.
• Committee to draft 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan for submission to City Council by March 31, 2022.
• Feedback requested on Governance Review of Advisory Committee Terms of Reference by February 16, 2022.
• Potential change to meeting schedule from second Thursday to third Wednesday of the month pending Governance and Priorities Committee approval.

The Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee held its first 2022 meeting, appointing John Paul Wasan as Chair and Erin Akins as Vice-Chair. The committee received updates on its budget request, which was not approved by City Council, and approved its work plan process. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Appointed John Paul Wasan as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Erin Akins as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Confirmed agenda as presented (carried)
• Received orientation information on advisory committee governance (carried)
• Received 2022 membership list as appointed by City Council (carried)
• Directed Chair and Vice-Chair to draft 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan (carried)
• Appointed Anita Masse as Chair of GHG Subcommittee for 2022 (carried)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: orientation, membership, and appointment of a chair and vice-chair. The committee will also review a draft 2022 work plan for approval and provide feedback on a governance review of advisory committee terms of reference. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approve 2022 work plan for submission to City Council
• Provide feedback on governance review of advisory committee terms of reference
• Appoint chair and vice-chair for 2022
• 2022 budget of $15,100 for committee operations
• Appoint members to three subcommittees for 2022

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee approved its 2022 work plan for submission to City Council, appointed Namarta Kochar as Chair and Amanda Guthrie as Vice-Chair, and received updates on various initiatives. The committee also agreed to provide feedback on the governance review of advisory committees by February 16, 2022.

• Approved 2022 Work Plan for submission to City Council (carried)
• Appointed Namarta Kochar as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Amanda Guthrie as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Approved agenda with added item 8.2 Committee Check-In (carried)
• Adopted minutes of November 4, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received information on committee orientation, membership, and updates (carried)
• Agreed to provide feedback on governance review to Governance and Priorities Committee (carried)

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS - PUBLIC

The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners will meet to appoint a chair and vice-chair, adopt minutes, and receive several reports including the 2022 business plan and approved operating and capital budgets. A notable motion from Commissioner Healy asks the board to support federal Bill C-247 on controlling and coercive conduct in intimate partner violence, with suggested amendments. The board will also move into a closed session for exempt matters.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022
• Receive Saskatoon Police Service 2022 Business Plan
• Receive 2022/23 Police Operating Budget approved by Council
• Receive 2022/23 Police Capital Budget approved by Council
• Motion to support Bill C-247 on coercive control and send letters to MPs and CACP

The Board unanimously appointed Commissioner Jo Custead as Chair and Commissioner Kearney Healy as Vice-Chair for 2022. It received reports on the 2022 business plan and operating/capital budgets, approved the 2021 Strategic Plan Status Report, and supported Bill C-202 on coercive control. In camera, the Board approved signing a revised Essential Services Agreement and renewing the Executive Director's contract for one year.

• Appointed Commissioner Jo Custead as Chair for 2022 (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Kearney Healy as Vice-Chair for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Strategic Plan Status Report for posting (7-0)
• Supported Bill C-202 on coercive control, with letter to MPs and CACP (7-0)
• Requested report on Thin Blue Line patch use (7-0)
• Received 2022 Business Plan as information (7-0)
• Received 2022/23 operating and capital budgets as information (7-0)
• Approved signing revised Essential Services Agreement (6-0, Jeffries absent)

MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative matters: appointing a chair and vice-chair, confirming membership, adopting minutes, and receiving updates. It will also discuss a governance review of advisory committee terms of reference, draft its 2021 annual report and 2022 work plan, and review its 2022 budget of $17,900, including approval of a $486.39 invoice for the Heritage Awards event.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Governance review of advisory committee terms of reference (feedback due Feb 16, 2022)
• 2022 budget of $17,900 with allocations: Heritage Awards $9,200, Conferences $5,700, Doors Open $2,500
• Approval of $486.39 invoice from Brick Loft Event Co. for Heritage Awards photographer deposit and mail out
• Verbal update on Great Western Brewing Company (519 2nd Ave North) rezoning

The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee deferred the 2022 Heritage Awards to 2023 after no applications were received. The committee also appointed Lenore Swystun as Chair and Stevie Horn as Vice Chair for 2022, and approved payment of a $486.39 invoice to Brick Loft Event Co. for award-related expenses.

• Deferred 2022 Heritage Awards to 2023 (carried)
• Appointed Lenore Swystun as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Stevie Horn as Vice Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Approved payment of $486.39 invoice to Brick Loft Event Co. (carried)
• Received update on Great Western Brewing Company rezoning and heritage preservation (carried)
• Deferred work plan consideration to February 2 meeting (carried)
• Received 2021 budget actuals and 2022 budget of $17,900 (carried)
• Confirmed 2022 meeting schedule (carried)

DEVELOPMENT APPEALS BOARD

The Development Appeals Board is holding a public hearing to consider Appeal 1-2022, which challenges the denial of a development permit for a restaurant patio at 414 Cumberland Avenue N. The board will review the appeal and related documents, and may decide to uphold or overturn the denial.