Victoria public meetings in 2022

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council meets to handle routine business, including public delegations, proclamations, and reports from committee. Key items include a motion to reconsider the December 1 resolution on the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, adoption of utility fee bylaws, and a referral of the Single-Use Items Reduction Bylaw to January 2023.

• Council Member Motion to reconsider Dec 1 resolution on Missing Middle Housing Initiative
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 22-096 (Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Utilities fee increases)
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 22-097 (Solid Waste fee increases)
• Adoption of Bylaw No. 22-098 (Waterworks fee increases)
• Single-Use Items Reduction Bylaw No. 22-095 referred to January 2023

Council approved the conceptual design for Phase 2 of the Topaz Park Improvement Plan and adopted three amendment bylaws for utility fees. Members also approved a 2023-2026 Acting Mayor rotation schedule and goals for a new Patio Bylaw.

• Approved Topaz Park Improvement Plan: Phase 2 concept design (Unanimous)
• Adopted Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Utilities Amendment Bylaw No. 22-096 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Solid Waste Amendment Bylaw No. 22-097 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Waterworks Amendment Bylaw No. 22-098 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2026 Acting Mayor rotation schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved goals and core components for a new Patio Bylaw (Unanimous)
• Appointed Councillors Caradonna, Coleman, Hammond, and Kim to CRD Regional Water Supply Commission (Unanimous)
• Endorsed proclamation for National Memorial Day for Persons Experiencing Homelessness (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two main items: a report on proposed components for a new Patio Bylaw, and a briefing on housing needs, strategy, and policies in Victoria. They will also consider a proclamation for National Memorial Day for Persons Experiencing Homelessness.

• Report on proposed components for new Patio Bylaw
• Housing briefing covering Victoria Housing Strategy and related policies
• Proclamation for National Memorial Day for Persons Experiencing Homelessness (Dec 21, 2022)

The Committee unanimously approved the goals, principles, and core components to inform a new Patio Bylaw and program. Council also received a housing briefing report for information and forwarded a homelessness memorial proclamation to the full Council meeting.

• Approved proposed goals, principles, and core components for a new Patio Bylaw (Unanimous)
• Forwarded National Memorial Day for Persons Experiencing Homelessness Proclamation to Dec 8 Council meeting (Unanimous)
• Received housing needs and policies report for information (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (Unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to act on several items, including a rezoning application for 680 Montreal Street, adoption of 2023 utility rate bylaws, and a housing agreement for 936 Queens Avenue. The meeting also includes appointments to committees and neighbourhood liaison roles, and a closed session for legal advice.

• Rezoning application for 680 Montreal Street (Bylaw No. 22-077) to allow continued hotel use and future redevelopment of the north wing
• First, second, and third readings of 2023 utility rate bylaws: Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater (No. 22-096), Solid Waste (No. 22-097), and Waterworks (No. 22-098) to increase fees
• Adoption of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-091 for rental housing at 936 Queens Avenue
• Council member motions for appointments to external/internal committees and neighbourhood liaison appointments 2022-2024
• Closed meeting for legal advice under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i)

Council passed three bylaws regarding sanitary sewer, stormwater, solid waste, and waterworks utility fees. The body also approved a housing agreement for 936 Queens Avenue and a rezoning amendment for 680 Montreal Street. Additionally, Council appointed members to various external boards and designated neighbourhood liaisons.

• Approved appointments to CRD committees and external bodies (Unanimous)
• Appointed Council members as neighbourhood liaisons for 12 areas (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of amended Zoning Regulation Bylaw No. 22-077 for 680 Montreal Street (Unanimous)
• Passed Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Utilities Amendment Bylaw No. 22-096 (Unanimous)
• Passed Solid Waste Amendment Bylaw No. 22-097 (Unanimous)
• Passed Waterworks Amendment Bylaw No. 22-098 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Agreement (936 Queens Avenue) Bylaw No. 22-091 (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from the November 3, 2022 Inaugural meeting (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on administrative matters, including the 2023-2026 Acting Mayor rotation schedule and council appointments to external and internal committees and neighbourhood liaison roles. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major land use or budget items listed.

• 2023-2026 Acting Mayor rotation schedule
• Council appointments to external and internal committees
• Council Neighbourhood Liaison Appointments 2022-2024

The Committee of the Whole approved the Acting Mayor rotation schedule for 2023-2026. Members also recommended various council appointments to external bodies and neighbourhood liaisons for the period ending December 31, 2024.

• Approved 2023-2026 Acting Mayor rotation schedule (Unanimous)
• Recommended appointments to CRD committees and external bodies through Dec 31, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Recommended council members as neighbourhood liaisons through Dec 31, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Deferred final approval of CRD Regional Water Supply Commission appointments for public comment

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council meets to act on recommendations from the Committee of the Whole, including 2023 utility rates, appointments of bylaw and animal control officers, and several bylaws. Council will also hear public presentations on the film industry, social planning programs, fire prevention storage rules, and over-densification, and will close the meeting to discuss a land matter.

• Rezoning of 700 Government Street to allow recreational facility uses and remove parking requirements (Bylaw No. 22-094)
• Housing agreement for rental housing at 936 Queens Avenue (Bylaw No. 22-091)
• Adoption of affordable housing agreement for The Anawim Companions Society (Bylaw No. 22-080)
• 2023 Utility Rates
• Proclamation of 2022 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3)

Council recommended the approval of two liquor primary licenses for businesses downtown and passed several housing-related bylaws. The body also appointed new animal control and bylaw officers and approved the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Supported occupant load increase from 52 to 102 for Peacock Billiards (Unanimous)
• Supported new liquor primary license for Friends of Dorothy Cocktail Lounge (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Committee of the Whole and Council meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring 2023 utility rate increase bylaws to Dec 1 meeting (Unanimous)
• Appointed Justin Ward as Animal Control Officer (Unanimous)
• Appointed six individuals as Bylaw Officers and Business Licence Inspectors (Unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to Zoning Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 22-094 for 700 Government Street (Unanimous)
• Passed Housing Agreement bylaws for 936 Queens Avenue and The Anawim Companions Society (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a Victoria Police Department Q3 update, review proposed 2023 utility rates, and consider the Phase 2 conceptual plan for Topaz Park improvements. Council will also consider appointments of one Animal Control Officer and four Bylaw Officers, and a proclamation for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

• 2023 utility rates for water, sewer, stormwater, and solid waste
• Topaz Park Phase 2 concept: sport courts, dog area, picnic area, plaza
• Appointment of one Animal Control Officer
• Appointment of four Bylaw Officers
• Proclamation for 2022 International Day of Persons with Disabilities

The Committee approved the concept design for Phase 2 of Topaz Park improvements and directed staff to prepare 2023 utility rate increase bylaws. Several new bylaw and animal control officers were appointed for council ratification.

• Approved Topaz Park Improvement Plan: Phase 2 concept design (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring forward 2023 water, sewer, stormwater, and solid waste fee increases for the Dec 1 meeting (Unanimous)
• Appointed Justin Ward as Animal Control Officer (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kyle Gale, Luke Bartosik, Sanjay Sharma, Kurtis Rumenovich, Matthew Brownlee, and Kevin Braun as Bylaw Officers and Business Licence Inspectors (Unanimous)
• Forwarded 2022 International Day of Persons with Disabilities Proclamation to Council (Unanimous)
• Received Victoria Police Department Quarter 3 update for information (Unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting November 17, 2022, with public requests to address about bathroom facilities at Stadacona Park and the Safe & Sound Project. The agenda is largely procedural, and the council will vote to close the meeting to the public to discuss legal advice, land and intergovernmental relations, and employee relations under the Community Charter.

• Public request: Susan Sheehy on bathroom facilities at Stadacona Park
• Public request: Amy Allard on Safe & Sound Project
• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(c), 90(1)(e), 90(1)(i), 90(2)(b)
• Closed items: legal advice, land/intergovernmental relations, employee relations
• Approval of October 6, 2022 minutes

Council approved the agenda and adopted the minutes from October 6, 2022. The majority of the session was conducted in a closed meeting to discuss confidential legal, land, and employee relations matters.

• Approved the agenda (Unanimously)
• Adopted minutes from October 6, 2022 meeting (Unanimously)
• Approved motion to close meeting to the public (Unanimously)
• Approved closed agenda (Unanimously)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports from the Committee of the Whole, and confirming the results of the 2022 municipal election. The agenda also includes several public delegations on topics such as park ticketing, ride-hailing licensing, and vehicle access to Arbutus Way. The meeting will close to the public for items related to labour relations and legal advice.

• Public delegation: Trent Smith on excessive ticketing in parks and conduct of police and bylaw officers
• Public delegation: Martin van den Hemel, KABU-Ride Inc., on ride-hailing business licensing
• Public delegation: Roy Fletcher on restoring vehicle access to Arbutus Way and parking near the Central Children's Play Area
• Report: 2022 Election Results
• Proclamation: Medical Radiation Technologist Week, November 6-12, 2022

Council authorized an agreement with BC Housing for the Extreme Weather Response Program and supported a $65,000 grant application for public cooling misting stations. The body also confirmed municipal director appointments to the Capital Regional District for the 2022–2026 term.

• Authorized Extreme Weather Response Program Services Agreement with BC Housing (Unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 UBCM grant application for public cooling misting stations (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Mayor Alto, Councillors Caradonna, Thompson, and Coleman as Municipal Directors for 2022–2026 (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Councillors Hammond, Gardiner, Kim, Dell, and Loughton as Alternate Municipal Directors for 2022–2026 (Unanimous)
• Endorsed 'Medical Radiation Technologist Week' proclamation (Unanimous)
• Adopted September 29, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering two liquor licence applications for downtown venues, a funding agreement with BC Housing for extreme weather warming centres, and several administrative items including the 2023 meeting schedule and a UBCM grant application. The meeting also includes a council member motion on Capital Regional District board appointments.

• Application to increase occupant load for Peacock Billiards at 1175 C Douglas Street from 52 to 102 people
• New liquor primary licence for Friends of Dorothy Cocktail Lounge at 537 Johnson Street with 105-person capacity including 22-person patio
• Report on Extreme Weather Response Plan funding and proposed agreement with BC Housing for nighttime warming centres
• 2023 Committee and Council meeting schedule report
• UBCM Disaster Risk Reduction – Climate Adaptation grant application

The Committee approved two liquor license applications for downtown businesses and authorized an agreement with BC Housing for nighttime warming centres. Council also supported a $65,000 grant for public misting stations and appointed municipal directors to regional boards.

• Approved occupant load increase from 52 to 102 for Peacock Billiards (Unanimous)
• Approved new liquor primary licence for Friends of Dorothy Cocktail Lounge (8-1)
• Authorized agreement with BC Housing for Extreme Weather Response Program (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Committee and Council meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Supported $65,000 UBCM grant application for public misting stations (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Medical Radiation Technologist Week (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Municipal Directors and Alternates for CRD, CRHD, and CRD Housing Corporation boards (Unanimous)

Inaugural

This is the inaugural meeting of the newly elected Victoria City Council. The agenda is procedural, including the call to order, land acknowledgement, oath of office, and an inaugural address. No policy decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Oath of office for Mayor-Elect Marianne Alto and eight Councillors-Elect
• Land acknowledgement by Brianna Bear
• Address by the Chiefs
• Performance of O Canada

The meeting was procedural in nature to mark the start of the new council term. Members took the Oath of Office and heard an inaugural address from Mayor Marianne Alto. No legislative decisions or policy changes were made.

• Administered Oath of Office to Mayor and eight Councillors
• Administered Oath of Allegiance to Councillors Coleman, Gardiner, and Hammond
• Adjourned meeting at 10:55 a.m. (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several land use applications, including a rezoning for three residential towers up to 21 storeys at 710 Caledonia Avenue and 1961 Douglas Street, a supportive housing project at 722 and 726 Discovery Street, and a $500,000 housing reserve fund request for 496-498 Cecelia Road and 3130 Jutland Road. Council will also discuss staff reports on Canada Day funding, bylaw officer appointments, and several council member motions on topics like electric scooters, predatory lending, and youth centre funding.

• Rezoning and OCP amendment for 710 Caledonia Ave and 1961 Douglas St: three towers, 16-21 storeys, mixed-use
• Rezoning and development permit for 722 and 726 Discovery St: 8-storey, ~90 supportive housing units
• Victoria Housing Reserve Fund application: $500,000 for 88 non-market rental units at 496-498 Cecelia Rd and 3130 Jutland Rd
• Canada Day 2022 report: proposed $75,000 ongoing funding increase and new FIG stream
• Council motions on electric scooter pilot, predatory lending regulation, and Sanctuary Youth Centre funding

The Committee of the Whole advanced two major housing developments in the Burnside neighbourhood. A $500,000 grant from the Victoria Housing Reserve Fund was approved for an 88-unit non-market affordable housing project at 496-498 Cecelia Road and 3130 Jutland Road. The committee also endorsed rezoning for a mixed-use development at 710 Caledonia Avenue and 1961 Douglas Street, including three towers up to 21 storeys with affordable rental units, and a supportive housing project at 722 and 726 Discovery Street, with conditions to protect Garry oak trees.

• Approved $500,000 Victoria Housing Reserve Fund grant to Pacifica Housing for 88-unit non-market affordable housing at 496-498 Cecelia Road and 3130 Jutland Road (unanimous)
• Endorsed rezoning for mixed-use development at 710 Caledonia Avenue and 1961 Douglas Street: three towers (16-21 storeys), affordable rental units, public plaza, and traffic improvements (7-1)
• Endorsed rezoning for 90-unit supportive housing at 722 and 726 Discovery Street, with conditions to retain Garry oak trees and improve building design (7-1)
• Approved $32,344 supplemental budget request for Sanctuary Youth Centre to extend hours and fund extreme weather shelter (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on joining the Provincial Electric Scooter Pilot Program (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Michael Pickett, Brandon Whitters, and Nelson Duarte as Bylaw Officers (unanimous)
• Approved Canada Day transition to community-led celebrations with additional $75,000 funding and continued fireworks and canoe protocol (unanimous)
• Directed staff to consider placekeeping and protection of cultural food assets in the 10-year OCP update (6-1)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council meets to act on items from recent Committee of the Whole meetings, including several bylaws and a temporary use permit. Council will consider adopting bylaws for a road closure on Cedar Hill Road, reduced business licence fees for storefront cannabis retailers, rezoning at 11 Chown Place, 30 km/h speed limits on local roads, and an extension of the pandemic business recovery bylaw. Council will also consider a temporary use permit for the Out of the Rain Youth Shelter at 1450 and 1452 Elford Street, and will move into a closed meeting for legal, land, and employee relations matters.

• Adoption of Bylaw 22-081 to close portions of Cedar Hill Road for the Jewish Cemetery Project
• Adoption of Bylaw 22-090 to repeal storefront cannabis retailer regulation and reduce business licence fees
• Adoption of rezoning bylaws 22-066, 22-067, 22-068 for 11 Chown Place to allow four multi-unit buildings and townhouses
• Adoption of Bylaw 22-088 to reduce speed limits on local roadways to 30 km/hr
• Consideration of Temporary Use Permit for Out of the Rain Youth Shelter at 1450 and 1452 Elford Street

Council approved a $500,000 grant from the Victoria Housing Reserve Fund to Pacifica Housing for an 88-unit non-market affordable housing project at 496-498 Cecelia Road and 3130 Jutland Road. The grant is subject to a Housing Fund Grant Agreement and conditions including $250,000 payable upon execution and the remainder after occupancy permits are issued. Council also adopted several bylaws, including the Cedar Hill Road closure for the Jewish Cemetery project, and extended the Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw to March 31, 2023.

• Approved $500,000 grant for 88-unit affordable housing project (unanimous)
• Adopted Cedar Hill Road closure bylaw for Jewish Cemetery project (unanimous)
• Extended Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw expiry to March 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Endorsed Victoria Declaration on Housing and Support Services (6-1)
• Approved rezoning and development permit for 700 Government Street (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use permit for seasonal youth cold weather shelter at 1450/1452 Elford Street (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of three bylaw officers (unanimous)
• Referred Arm Street Public Dock funding to 2023 financial planning (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several rezoning applications and bylaw amendments. Public hearings will be held for a self-storage zoning update, a cannabis retailer at 3198 Quadra Street, and a density increase for properties on View, Blanshard, and Yates Streets. One hearing, for 680 Montreal Street, has been cancelled. The agenda also includes requests to address council on horse-drawn carriages, the Victoria Event Centre, a park petition, and a governance review.

• Public hearing and consideration of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment (No. 1286) No. 22-082 for self-storage facilities and vehicle storage lots
• Public hearing and consideration of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment (No. 1287) No. 22-086 to rezone 3198 Quadra Street for a storefront cannabis retailer
• Public hearing and consideration of Zoning Bylaw 2018 Amendment (No. 14) No. 22-083 and Development Permit for 808-812 View Street, 1205-1225 Blanshard Street, and 805 Yates Street to increase density
• Hearing cancelled for 680 Montreal Street rezoning application No. 00792
• Requests to address council on horse-drawn carriages, Victoria Event Centre funding, Stadacona Park petition, and governance review

Council voted 5-3 to refer a proposed bylaw banning self-storage and vehicle storage lots in industrial zones to staff for further public consultation as part of the Arts and Innovation District planning. A rezoning for a cannabis retailer at 3198 Quadra Street was approved unanimously, and a development permit for a ten-storey office building at 808-812 View Street was also approved unanimously. A public hearing for 680 Montreal Street was cancelled.

• Referred Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment (self-storage/vehicle storage ban) to staff for public consultation (5-3)
• Approved third reading of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment for cannabis retailer at 3198 Quadra Street (unanimous)
• Approved third reading and adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment for density increase at 808-812 View Street (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit No. 000605 for ten-storey office building at 808-812 View Street (unanimous)
• Cancelled public hearing for rezoning at 680 Montreal Street

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to deliberate on the 902 Foul Bay Road rezoning and development permit application, with the public hearing closed. Council will also consider first, second, and third readings of bylaws to reduce speed limits on local roadways to 30 km/hr and to extend the Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw. The meeting includes a closed session for items related to land and employee relations.

• 902 Foul Bay Road: rezoning to increase FSR from 0.5:1 to 0.72:1 and allow ground-oriented multiple dwellings; motions for 3rd reading and adoption of bylaws 22-063, 22-065, 22-064, plus development permit and heritage alteration permit
• Streets and Traffic Bylaw Amendment (No. 13) No. 22-088: reduce speed limits on local roadways to 30 km/hr
• Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw Amendment (No. 3) No. 22-089: extend duration of the bylaw
• Report from September 22 COTW: 458 Cecelia Road development permit with variance application
• Closed meeting for land acquisition/disposition and employee relations

Council approved rezoning, heritage designation amendments, a development permit with variances, and a heritage alteration permit for 902 Foul Bay Road, allowing ground-oriented multiple dwellings (stacked townhouses) with increased density. The vote was 7-2, with Councillors Thornton-Joe and Young opposed. Council also unanimously approved a development permit with variance for 458 Cecelia Road, waiving public comment requirements.

• Approved third reading and adoption of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-063 and Heritage Designation Amendment Bylaw No. 22-065 for 902 Foul Bay Road (7-2).
• Adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-064 for 902 Foul Bay Road (7-2).
• Authorized issuance of Development Permit with Variances No. 00192 for 902 Foul Bay Road, including nine variances (7-2).
• Authorized issuance of Heritage Alteration Permit No. 00250 for 902 Foul Bay Road (unanimous).
• Approved Development Permit with Variance No. 00176 for 458 Cecelia Road, waiving public comment and notification requirements (unanimous).
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Streets and Traffic Bylaw Amendment No. 22-088 (8-1).
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw Amendment No. 22-089 (unanimous).
• Closed the meeting to the public under Section 90(1)(c) and (e) of the Community Charter (unanimous).

Committee of the Whole

Victoria's Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss land use, heritage, and other city business. Key items include a proposal to moor a converted barge as a floating sauna at Ship Point, a heritage alteration for a mixed-use building on Johnson Street, and a development variance to add suites at 805 Cook Street. The committee will also hear a BC Transit presentation on RapidBus and consider several motions and reports.

• 700 Government Street: rezoning and development permit for floating sauna barge at Ship Point
• 579-589 Johnson Street: heritage alteration permit for five-storey rental building, demolishing Shotbolt Chemist building
• 805 Cook Street: variance to increase suites from 21 to 24 in rental apartment
• BC Transit RapidBus presentation on Douglas Street
• Council motion to endorse Victoria Declaration on Housing and Support Services

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to instruct staff to prepare a zoning bylaw amendment for a converted barge at 700 Government Street to become a floating sauna, with a public hearing to be set. A motion to refer the 579-589 Johnson Street heritage development back to staff for design revisions passed 7-2. The committee also endorsed the Victoria Declaration on Housing and Support Services 8-1 and extended the Create Victoria arts plan to 2027.

• Advanced rezoning for floating sauna at 700 Government Street (unanimous)
• Referred 579-589 Johnson Street heritage development back to staff for design changes (7-2)
• Endorsed Victoria Declaration on Housing and Support Services (8-1)
• Extended Create Victoria Arts and Culture Master Plan to 2027 with 2023 refresh (unanimous)
• Postponed All Our Voices Engagement Framework to November 2022 (5-4)
• Referred Arm Street Public Dock to 2023 financial planning (unanimous)
• Defeated additional voter mailout for municipal election (2-6)
• Referred governance review to January 2023 Committee of the Whole (7-1)

Council (to follow COTW)

The Victoria City Council is reviewing a bylaw amendment regarding cannabis retailer licensing fees and conditions. The agenda also includes several proclamations and reports from the Committee of the Whole.

• Business Licence Bylaw Amendment (No. 32) No. 22-090 regarding cannabis retailers
• Development Permit No. 000617 for 203, 211 and 335 Harbour Road
• Proclamation of National Children's Grief Awareness Day
• Proclamation of Circular Economy Month
• Proclamation of Small Business Month

Council unanimously approved a $45,000 expenditure for a Housing Outreach Support Program, funded from the 2022 contingency, and authorized a development permit for 203, 211, and 335 Harbour Road. A business licence amendment bylaw for cannabis retailers was given first, second, and third readings in an 8-1 vote. Council also endorsed proclamations for National Children's Grief Awareness Day, Circular Economy Month, and Small Business Month, and directed staff to schedule a public hearing on the bylaw.

• Approved $45,000 Housing Outreach Support Program (unanimous)
• Authorized development permit for 203, 211, 335 Harbour Road (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, third readings to Business Licence Amendment Bylaw No. 22-090 (8-1)
• Directed staff to schedule public hearing on cannabis retailer bylaw (8-1)
• Endorsed National Children's Grief Awareness Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Endorsed Circular Economy Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Endorsed Small Business Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved budget recommendation of $17,500 for Muslim inclusion initiative (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several staff reports and council member motions, including a development permit for an industrial building at 458 Cecelia Road, an extension of the Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw, and a $45,000 expenditure for a Housing Outreach Support Program. They will also hear presentations on the 2022 external audit plan and Restorative Justice Victoria activities.

• Development permit with variance for 458 Cecelia Road: new one-storey industrial building with mezzanine for light industry, vehicle repair, and ancillary retail
• Council member motion to spend $45,000 on Housing Outreach Support Program with Quadra Village Community Centre and partners
• Council member motion to create an Economic Revitalization Tax Exemption program in collaboration with First Nations
• Council member motion to return the Sir John A Macdonald statue to the Sir John A Macdonald Historical Society
• Report seeking direction on extending the Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved several items, including the return of the Sir John A. Macdonald statue to the Sir John A. Macdonald Historical Society under specific conditions, and authorized $45,000 for a Housing Outreach Support Program. They also directed staff to extend the Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw to March 31, 2023, and to work with local Nations on a revitalization program with a potential tax exemption.

• Approved return of Sir John A. Macdonald statue to historical society with conditions (unanimous)
• Authorized $45,000 expenditure for Housing Outreach Support Program (unanimous)
• Directed extension of Business Recovery from Pandemic Bylaw to March 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to work with Songhees and Esquimalt Nations on revitalization program with up to 10-year tax exemption (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variance for 458 Cecelia Road (unanimous)
• Forwarded Small Business Month proclamation to Council (unanimous)
• Received 2022 External Audit Plan for information (unanimous)
• Requested provincial funding for Indigenous Justice Program and stable operating funding for Restorative Justice Victoria (unanimous)

Council

The Victoria City Council is reviewing multiple rezoning applications for industrial use, a duplex with secondary suites, and increased density for multiple dwellings. The meeting includes public hearings for these various property developments.

• Rezoning for light industrial uses at 235 and 247 Russell Street
• Rezoning and development permit for a new duplex with two secondary suites at 3117 Blackwood Street
• Rezoning, heritage designation, and density increase for 902 Foul Bay Road

Council unanimously approved three rezoning applications: 235-247 Russell Street for light industrial use, 3117 Blackwood Street for a duplex with two secondary suites, and 902 Foul Bay Road for ground-oriented multiple dwellings with density increase. The 902 Foul Bay Road item also included a development permit with variances and a heritage alteration permit, with deliberations deferred to September 29, 2022.

• Approved rezoning at 235-247 Russell Street for light industrial use (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3117 Blackwood Street for duplex with two secondary suites (unanimous)
• Authorized development permit with variances at 3117 Blackwood Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 902 Foul Bay Road for ground-oriented multiple dwellings (unanimous)
• Deferred deliberations on 902 Foul Bay Road to September 29, 2022 (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Council is continuing the public hearing on the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, considering four bylaws to allow more housing types like houseplexes and corner townhouses, plus an updated Tenant Assistance Policy. They will also vote on several rezoning applications, a lease for Royal Athletic Park, and other items. The agenda includes many routine procedural items and a closed meeting for legal advice.

• Missing Middle Housing Initiative: 3rd reading and adoption of Zoning Regulation Bylaw 22-045 and OCP Amendment Bylaw 22-044; adoption of Land Use Procedures Bylaw 22-057 and Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw 22-056; approval of Design Guidelines and Tenant Assistance Policy
• Royal Athletic Park: approval of 5-year licence agreement with Harbour Cats baseball club, with option to renew for 3 years
• Rezoning for 3198 Quadra Street: storefront cannabis retailer (Bylaw 22-086)
• Rezoning for 808-812 View Street, 1205-1225 Blanshard Street, 805 Yates Street: density increase (Bylaw 22-083)
• Rezoning for 903, 911 & 1045 Yates Street, 910 View Street, 1205 & 1209 Quadra Street: mixed-use development with rental housing (Bylaws 22-059, 22-058, 22-084, 22-085)

Council gave third reading to the Missing Middle Housing Initiative bylaws, allowing houseplexes, corner townhouses, and heritage-conserving infill in traditional residential areas. The vote followed extensive debate and amendments, including a directive for staff to report back after 6 months and conduct a full review after 18 months. Council also approved a temporary use permit for a seasonal cold weather shelter at 1450-1452 Elford Street, and upheld the denial of a short-term rental business license for 105-1234 Wharf Street.

• Approved Missing Middle Housing Initiative bylaws (third reading) with amendments for 6-month briefing and 18-month review (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use permit for seasonal cold weather shelter at 1450-1452 Elford Street (unanimous)
• Upheld denial of short-term rental business license for 105-1234 Wharf Street (6-3)
• Approved licence agreement with Harbour Cats for Royal Athletic Park (5-year term with 3-year renewal option) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading for rezoning at 3198 Quadra Street, 808-812 View Street, and 680 Montreal Street (all unanimous)
• Approved first, second, and third readings for Cedar Hill Road closure for Jewish Cemetery Project (unanimous)
• Approved first reading for rezoning at 903-1045 Yates Street with public hearing after November (6-3)
• Approved letter to province requesting compensation for police resources used for mental health patients (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting to hold public hearings and consider approvals for four development applications, including a mixed-use warehouse, a commercial rezoning, a heritage conversion, and a residential building. The agenda also includes requests to address council on crime, an arts district, dog parks, and a conflict of interest allegation.

• Public hearing for 2120 Quadra Street: four-storey mixed-use warehouse with self-storage, cafe, and artisan studios
• Public hearing for 1120-1126 Hillside Avenue: rezoning to allow offices, professional business, and retail in existing commercial building
• Public hearing for 1125 Fort Street: conversion to multiple dwelling units, new addition, heritage designation, and housing agreement
• Public hearing for 515 and 519 Rithet Street: multi-unit strata residential building
• Requests to address council on crime severity, Arts and Innovation District, dog parks, and conflict of interest

Council unanimously approved four development applications: a mixed-use warehouse with self-storage and artisan studios at 2120 Quadra Street, a rezoning for commercial use at 1120-1126 Hillside Avenue, a heritage designation and rezoning for multiple dwellings at 1125 Fort Street, and a multi-unit residential building at 515-519 Rithet Street. All decisions were carried unanimously with no dissenting votes.

• Approved development permit for 2120 Quadra Street: four-storey mixed-use warehouse with self-storage, cafe, and artisan studios, with parking reduced from 65 to 13 spaces (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1120-1126 Hillside Avenue from R-2 to C1-HC to permit business offices, professional businesses, and retail stores (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and heritage designation for 1125 Fort Street: conversion to multiple dwellings with parking reduced from 8 to 4 stalls (unanimous)
• Approved development permit for 515-519 Rithet Street: multi-unit residential building with variances for setbacks, site coverage, and open space (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a development permit for a graving dock facility at 203, 211 and 335 Harbour Road, and a temporary use permit to continue the seasonal Out of the Rain Youth Shelter at 1450 and 1452 Elford Street. It will also discuss two council member motions: one on being Muslim in Victoria and Saanich with a 2023 budget recommendation, and another on apologizing to Chinese-Canadians for systemic racism and discrimination. Two proclamations are on the consent agenda.

• Development Permit No. 000617 for a graving dock at 203, 211 and 335 Harbour Road
• Temporary Use Permit No. 00024 to continue the Out of the Rain Youth Shelter at 1450 and 1452 Elford Street
• Council motion on Being Muslim in Victoria and Saanich with 2023 budget recommendation
• Council motion on apology to Chinese-Canadians for systemic racism and discrimination
• Proclamations for National Children's Grief Awareness Day and Circular Economy Month

The Committee of the Whole unanimously authorized a development permit for a graving dock facility at 203, 211, and 335 Harbour Road. It also unanimously supported a temporary use permit for the Out of the Rain Youth Shelter at 1450 and 1452 Elford Street, allowing a seasonal cold weather shelter with a parking variance. Additionally, the committee forwarded proclamations for National Children's Grief Awareness Day and Circular Economy Month to the next Council meeting, and discussed motions on Muslim inclusion and an apology to Chinese-Canadians.

• Authorized Development Permit No. 000617 for graving dock at 203, 211, 335 Harbour Road (unanimous)
• Supported Temporary Use Permit No. 00024 for Out of the Rain Youth Shelter at 1450/1452 Elford Street, with parking reduced to two stalls (unanimous)
• Forwarded National Children's Grief Awareness Day proclamation to September 22 Council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded Circular Economy Month proclamation to September 22 Council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $17,500 budget allocation for 'Being Muslim in Victoria and Saanich' initiative (unanimous)
• Directed staff to amend noise bylaw to be inclusive of all places of worship (unanimous)
• Requested next Council consider apology to Chinese-Canadians for historical discrimination (unanimous)

Special Council

This special council meeting continues a public hearing on the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, which proposes zoning and policy changes to allow more housing types like houseplexes and corner townhouses. Council will consider giving third reading to and adopting several bylaws, including amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Regulation Bylaw, a new Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw, and an updated Tenant Assistance Policy. The meeting includes viewing pre-recorded public submissions.

• Third reading and adoption of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-045
• Third reading and adoption of Official Community Plan Amendment No. 22-044
• Adoption of Land Use Procedures Amendment Bylaw No. 22-057
• Adoption of Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw No. 22-056
• Approval of Missing Middle Design Guidelines (2022) and Tenant Assistance Policy (July 2022)

Council continued the public hearing on the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, hearing from 28 speakers. No decisions were made on the four bylaws or the Tenant Assistance Policy; the matter was adjourned to the September 8, 2022 daytime council meeting. Council also held a closed meeting on a legal matter.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Closed meeting under Section 90(1)(i) of Community Charter (8-1)
• Adjourned meeting to September 8, 2022 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider a staff report on the proposed Capital Regional District Regional Parks Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4506, which would authorize borrowing for regional parks. The committee will also discuss a council member motion advocating for the inclusion of strata corporations in emergency planning, and will consider several proclamations and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Proposed CRD Regional Parks Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4506
• Council Member Motion: Advocacy for Emergency Planning for Multi-Unit Housing
• Proclamations for National Forest Week, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, Fire Prevention Week, and 100th Anniversary of the Chinese Students' Strike Against Racism and Segregation Day
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 21, and 28, 2022 meetings

The Committee of the Whole approved forwarding a motion to the September 8 council meeting requesting the mayor write to the Solicitor General supporting strata corporation participation in disaster planning. The committee also consented to a Capital Regional District loan authorization bylaw for regional parks and forwarded several proclamations to council. All decisions were unanimous.

• Forwarded motion on emergency planning for multi-unit housing to September 8 council meeting (unanimous)
• Consented to Capital Regional District Regional Parks Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4506 (unanimous)
• Forwarded National Forest Week proclamation to September 8 council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month proclamation to September 8 council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded Fire Prevention Week proclamation to September 8 council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded 100th Anniversary of Chinese Students' Strike Against Racism and Segregation Day proclamation to September 1 council meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from July 14, 21, and 28, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Special Council

This is a special council meeting continuing a public hearing on the Missing Middle Housing Initiative. Council is considering four bylaws to amend the Official Community Plan, Zoning Regulation Bylaw, Land Use Procedures Bylaw, and a new Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw, plus an updated Tenant Assistance Policy. The agenda includes motions for third reading, adoption, approval, and rescinding a previous policy.

• Bylaw 22-044: OCP amendment supporting three storeys in Traditional Residential areas and new DPA 15F
• Bylaw 22-045: Zoning amendment permitting houseplexes, corner townhouses, heritage conserving infill
• Bylaw 22-057: Delegates development permit approvals without variances to Director
• Bylaw 22-056: New Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw for qualifying incomes and rent rates
• Tenant Assistance Policy (July 2022) approval and rescinding February 2022 policy

Council held a public hearing on the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, considering four bylaws to permit houseplexes, corner townhouses, and heritage infill, and to delegate development permit approvals. The hearing was continued from August 4, 2022, and was adjourned to September 2 for further video submissions and deliberations. No final decisions were made at this meeting.

• Agenda approved as amended (unanimous)
• Public hearing on Missing Middle Housing Initiative continued to September 2, 2022
• Meeting extended twice to allow public input (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 12:25 a.m. (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several rezoning and bylaw items, including first and second readings for properties on Russell Street, Blackwood Street, and Foul Bay Road, as well as amendments related to accessible parking and a permissive tax exemption for 2023-2025. The council will also adopt bylaws for survey monument fees and a liquor retail/brewpub use at 2740 Bridge Street. The agenda includes correspondence from provincial ministers on public safety and mental health, and a closed meeting for legal and intergovernmental matters.

• Rezoning for 235 and 247 Russell Street to permit light industrial uses (Bylaw No. 22-076)
• Rezoning for 3117 Blackwood Street for a duplex with two secondary suites (Bylaw No. 22-018)
• Rezoning, heritage designation, and housing agreement for 902 Foul Bay Road (Bylaws No. 22-063, 22-065, 22-064)
• Amendments to delegate accessible parking variances and add parking stall specifications (Bylaws No. 22-072, 22-078)
• Adoption of Streets and Traffic amendment to impose fee for damaged survey monuments (Bylaw No. 22-028)

Council gave first and second readings to rezoning and heritage designation bylaws for 902 Foul Bay Road (6-2), and approved a development permit with multiple variances (7-1) and a heritage alteration permit unanimously. Several other rezoning and bylaw amendments were advanced or adopted unanimously. Council also endorsed a proclamation for the 100th Anniversary of the Chinese Students’ Strike Against Racism and Segregation Day.

• Approved first and second readings for rezoning at 235 and 247 Russell Street (unanimous)
• Approved first and second readings for rezoning at 3117 Blackwood Street (unanimous)
• Approved first and second readings for rezoning and heritage designation at 902 Foul Bay Road (6-2)
• Approved development permit with variances for 902 Foul Bay Road (7-1)
• Approved heritage alteration permit for 902 Foul Bay Road (unanimous)
• Approved first, second and third readings for accessible parking bylaw amendments (unanimous)
• Approved first, second and third readings for tax exemption bylaw 2023-2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Streets and Traffic amendment bylaw (unanimous)

Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the Missing Middle Housing Initiative. The discussion includes several bylaw amendments related to zoning, the Official Community Plan, and land use procedures. Additionally, council will consider an Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw and an updated Tenant Assistance Policy.

• Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment (No. 1278)
• Official Community Plan Bylaw Amendment (No. 42)
• Land Use Procedures Amendment Bylaw (No. 17)
• Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw
• Updated Tenant Assistance Policy

Council held a public hearing on the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, which proposes four bylaw amendments to allow more housing types like houseplexes and townhouses. The hearing included extensive public input, with both support and concerns raised. No decision was made at this meeting; the hearing was closed and the matter will be considered at a future council meeting.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved speakers to address Council (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Missing Middle Housing Initiative at 11:04 p.m. (no vote recorded)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several rezoning and development applications, including a public hearing for a mixed-use building at 822 Catherine Street. The council will also review reports from recent Committee of the Whole meetings covering topics like rental incentives, housing strategy, and zoning changes. Several proclamations and bylaw readings are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and potential approval for 822 Catherine Street: 3.5-storey mixed-use building with 2 commercial units and ~31 rental units (Bylaws 22-070, 22-071)
• Rezoning for 1105 Caledonia Avenue (Fernwood)
• Rezoning and development permit for 480 and 492 Esquimalt Road (Victoria West)
• Rezoning for 1030 Fort Street (Harris Green) and 1693-1699 Fort Street (South Jubilee)
• Bylaw to impose fees for replacing damaged survey monuments (Bylaw 22-028)

Council gave third reading and adopted the rezoning bylaw (No. 22-070) and housing agreement bylaw (No. 22-071) for 822 Catherine Street, allowing a 3.5-storey mixed-use building with about two commercial units and 31 residential rental units. The associated Development Permit with Variances (No. 00173) was also authorized. A motion to refer the matter back to staff was defeated (2-6).

• Adopted rezoning bylaw 22-070 for 822 Catherine Street (7-1)
• Adopted housing agreement bylaw 22-071 for 822 Catherine Street (7-1)
• Authorized Development Permit with Variances No. 00173 for 822 Catherine Street
• Defeated motion to refer 822 Catherine Street project to staff (2-6)
• Approved 2022 Cultural Infrastructure Grant allocations totaling $395,879
• Directed staff to prepare zoning amendments to prohibit self-storage in industrial zones
• Approved $3,293.18 travel expenses for Mayor Helps to UBCM Conference
• Approved $1,850 travel expenses for Councillor Potts to UBCM Conference

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several land use matters, including two rezoning applications on Fort Street that would add rental housing, a development permit for the Scott Building, and a report on permissive tax exemptions for non-profits. The committee will also receive a quarterly update from the Victoria Police Department and consider several council member motions, including travel expense approvals and a circular economy initiative.

• Rezoning at 1030 Fort Street for a six-storey mixed-use building with ~30 rental units
• Rezoning and OCP amendment at 1693-1699 Fort Street for a six-storey building with ~34 rental units and ground-floor commercial
• Development permit for 2659 Douglas Street (Scott Building) for form and character changes
• Permissive tax exemptions for non-profits for 2023-2025
• UBCM grant application for extreme heat vulnerability mapping

The Committee of the Whole unanimously advanced two rezoning and development permit applications for mixed-use residential buildings on Fort Street, subject to conditions including rental tenure, affordability, and transportation demand management. It also endorsed a regional extreme heat vulnerability mapping grant application and approved travel expenses for Mayor Helps and Councillor Potts to attend the UBCM conference.

• Advanced rezoning for 1030 Fort Street (six-storey, ~30 rental units) with conditions (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning for 1693-1699 Fort Street (six-storey, ~34 rental units) with conditions (8-1, Young opposed)
• Added right of first refusal for existing tenants at 1693-1699 Fort Street (8-1, Young opposed)
• Required Land Lift Analysis for 1693-1699 Fort Street (6-3, Helps, Alto, Loveday opposed)
• Endorsed participation in CRD extreme heat vulnerability mapping grant application (unanimous)
• Approved travel expenses for Mayor Helps to UBCM conference ($3,293.18) (unanimous)
• Approved travel expenses for Councillor Potts to UBCM conference ($1,850 estimated) (unanimous)
• Endorsed circular economy recommendations for Victoria 3.0 strategy (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting to hold public hearings and consider approvals for several rezoning and permit applications, including a temporary use permit renewal for a cannabis distribution site, a rezoning for a brewery to add liquor retail and brewpub uses, a large residential development at 11 Chown Place, and a mixed-use building at 822 Catherine Street. The agenda also includes requests to address council on topics such as single-family zoning, Myrtle Avenue concerns, and Rock Bay Creek restoration.

• Temporary Use Permit renewal for 1802 Cook Street to allow cannabis distribution as ancillary to harm reduction service
• Rezoning at 2740 Bridge Street and 450 Hillside Avenue to permit liquor retail sales and brewpub uses
• Rezoning and OCP amendment for 11 Chown Place for four multi-unit buildings and three townhouse blocks
• Rezoning and development permit for 822 Catherine Street for a 3.5-storey mixed-use building with 2 commercial units and ~31 rental units
• Public comments on single-family zoning in Fairfield, Myrtle Avenue fence bylaw, and Rock Bay Creek restoration

Council approved a three-year renewal of Temporary Use Permit No. 00021 for 1802 Cook Street, allowing cannabis distribution as an ancillary use to a harm reduction service, with a required street ambassador. Council also gave third reading to rezoning bylaws for 2740 Bridge Street/450 Hillside Avenue (liquor retail and brewpub) and 11 Chown Place (phased residential development). The public hearing for 822 Catherine Street rezoning and development permit was adjourned to August 4, 2022, with no decision made.

• Approved Temporary Use Permit No. 00021 renewal for 1802 Cook Street (7-1)
• Gave third reading to Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 22-038 for 2740 Bridge Street and 450 Hillside Avenue (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 22-068 and OCP Amendment No. 22-067 for 11 Chown Place (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for 822 Catherine Street rezoning and development permit to August 4, 2022

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a temporary use permit renewal for a 22-unit affordable housing building at 650 Speed Street, a rezoning at 450 Dallas Road, and an animal responsibility bylaw amendment. The council will also receive reports from the Committee of the Whole, including the Victoria Police Department's 2023 budget consultation and a school crossing guard program update. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss land matters under Section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter.

• 650 Speed Street: Temporary Use Permit renewal for 22 affordable and supportive rental units
• 450 Dallas Road: Rezoning Application No. 00789 and OCP amendment
• Animal Responsibility Bylaw Amendment No. 22-073 updating leash-optional areas
• Victoria Police Department 2023 Budget Council Consultation
• Proclamations for Amyloidosis Awareness Month, Black Loyalist Exodus anniversary, and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Council unanimously approved moving forward with the rezoning and development permit for 450 Dallas Road, subject to conditions including rental-in-perpetuity, eight three-bedroom units, and a tenant assistance plan. Council also approved the Government Street Refresh Vision and Design Concept (8-1), which includes piloting a full-time closure between Humboldt and Courtney Streets. A motion to open 100 additional units of housing with supports, pledging $250,000 from the 2022 contingency, was carried (8-1). A Temporary Use Permit for 650 Speed Avenue was approved unanimously with conditions including a complaint plan.

• Approved 450 Dallas Road rezoning and development permit with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Government Street Refresh Vision and Design Concept (8-1)
• Approved motion to request meeting with province and pledge $250,000 for 100 housing units with supports (8-1)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit for 650 Speed Avenue with complaint plan condition (unanimous)
• Endorsed proclamations for Amyloidosis Awareness Month, Black Loyalist Exodus anniversary, and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved library return box pilot projects at Quadra Village and Fairfield (unanimous)
• Approved Animal Responsibility Bylaw Amendment No. 22-073 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to contact School District 61 regarding crossing guard service (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on several land use and housing items, including a temporary use permit extension for Tiny Town transitional housing, a rezoning for a six-storey mixed-use building on Esquimalt Road, and annual reviews of the Official Community Plan and Housing Strategy. Council will also consider motions on rental incentives, housing with supports, and side-guards for trucks.

• Temporary use permit renewal for Tiny Town (30 tiny homes) at 940 Caledonia Ave and 953/963 Green St, extending to March 2023
• Rezoning application for 480 and 492 Esquimalt Rd: six-storey mixed-use with ~85 rental units
• Annual reviews of Official Community Plan and Victoria Housing Strategy for 2021
• Motion to restrict new single-family homes on Missing Middle zoned parcels
• Motion advocating sustainable funding for Point Ellice House and other heritage sites

The Committee of the Whole advanced a rezoning and development permit for a six-storey mixed-use building with ~85 rental units at 480 and 492 Esquimalt Road, subject to conditions including rental-in-perpetuity, 30 two-bedroom units, and a minimum light-industrial floor area. The committee also approved a three-year extension for the Tiny Town temporary housing site at 940 Caledonia Avenue, and directed staff to explore limiting single-family home entitlements under the Missing Middle initiative. A motion to pledge $250,000 for supported housing units was amended to make the pledge contingent on a meeting with the provincial housing minister.

• Advanced rezoning for 480-492 Esquimalt Rd with conditions including rental-in-perpetuity and 30 two-bedroom units (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variances for 480-492 Esquimalt Rd, including height increase to 7 storeys and reduced parking (unanimous)
• Extended Tiny Town temporary use permit at 940 Caledonia Ave for 3 years, with consultation before any extension beyond March 2023 (8-1)
• Directed staff to report on limiting single-family home entitlement in Missing Middle zones, including tenant assistance policy (5-4)
• Approved $250,000 pledge for supported housing units, contingent on meeting with provincial housing minister (8-1)
• Directed staff to prepare zoning amendments prohibiting self-storage and vehicle storage in industrial zones (unanimous)
• Approved side-guard installation on city trucks and advocacy for mandatory side-guards on large trucks (unanimous)
• Directed staff to consider property tax exemptions for rental retrofits and GST removal advocacy for purpose-built rentals (8-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss land use, staff reports, and council member motions. Key items include a rezoning application to allow coffee roasting at 1105 Caledonia Avenue, a report on BC Energy Step Code engagement, and a governance review. The committee will also consider cultural infrastructure grants, the Victoria 3.0 economic plan, and several motions.

• Rezoning Application No. 00786 for 1105 Caledonia Avenue to allow manufacturing (coffee roasting) at Fernwood Coffee
• Step Code Acceleration – engagement summary and next steps for bylaw amendments
• Governance Review – Phase 2 Report with consultant recommendations
• Cultural Infrastructure Grant Program 2022 – staff recommendations for approval
• Council Member Motion on rental incentive and MAARS projects

The Committee of the Whole unanimously endorsed a resolution from the City of Vancouver urging the Province of British Columbia to terminate its immigration detention agreement with the Canada Border Services Agency and stop incarcerating immigration detainees in BC jails. The motion also requests the mayor write to the Premier and Solicitor General expressing appreciation for the Province's notice of termination of the agreement. The resolution will be forwarded to the daytime Council meeting for consideration.

• Endorsed resolution to end immigration detention in provincial jails (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 from 2022 Contingency budget for welcoming event for newcomers (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare Temporary Use Permit for Fernwood Coffee roasting at 1105 Caledonia Avenue (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare Building and Plumbing Regulation Bylaw amendments for BC Energy Step Code (unanimous)
• Received Governance Review Phase 2 report and forwarded recommendations to September 8 workshop (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Cultural Infrastructure Grant funding allocations (unanimous)
• Removed action 9.8 (UN Urban Economy Forum partnership) from Victoria 3.0 economic action plan (unanimous)
• Referred H.2 and H.5 motions to July 28, 2022 Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider a bylaw amendment that would update leash-optional areas at several parks and improve the clarity of dog-related maps. The council will also receive reports from prior Committee of the Whole meetings, including a workshop on the Bike Master Plan and a motion to authorize attendance at the UBCM Convention. A closed session is scheduled for a law enforcement matter.

• First, second, and third readings of Animal Responsibility Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 22-073
• Update leash-optional boundaries at Beacon Hill Park, Clover Point Park, Vic West Park, Topaz Park, Alexander Park, Fisherman’s Wharf Park, Oaklands Park, and Barnard Park
• Designate an on-leash east-west pathway at Clover Point connecting to Ross Bay
• Bike Master Plan (BMP) Delivery After 2022 workshop report
• Motion to authorize attendance at UBCM Convention

Council unanimously directed staff to report back by the end of Q4 2022 with recommendations and priority routes for expanding the AAA Cycling Network. It also authorized Councillor Loveday's attendance at the UBCM convention in September 2022, with estimated costs of $1,900. A motion to amend the Animal Responsibility Bylaw to adjust the leash-optional boundary at Clover Point was defeated (3-6), but the bylaw itself received first, second, and third readings unanimously. The meeting then moved into a closed session for labour relations and law enforcement matters.

• Directed staff to report on AAA Cycling Network expansion by Q4 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized Councillor Loveday's UBCM convention attendance, estimated $1,900 (unanimous)
• Defeated amendment to adjust Clover Point leash-optional boundary (3-6)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Animal Responsibility Bylaw Amendment No. 22-073 (unanimous)
• Closed meeting to public for labour relations and law enforcement (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including two rezoning applications for new rental housing, a presentation on the Victoria Police Department's 2023 budget, and a report on the Government Street refresh. The committee will also consider several council member motions, including ones on harm reduction services and a Truth and Reconciliation Day event.

• Rezoning at 450 Dallas Road for a seven-storey, 54-unit rental building
• Rezoning at 1042-1044 Richardson Street for a six-storey, 20-unit rental building
• VicPD 2023 budget consultation presentation
• Government Street refresh vision and design concept
• Motions on harm reduction, library return boxes, and Truth and Reconciliation Day event

The Committee of the Whole approved several motions, including advancing the rezoning for a seven-storey rental building at 450 Dallas Road, approving up to $50,000 for a regional Truth and Reconciliation Day event, and endorsing a pilot for library return boxes. A motion to refer the 1042/1044 Richardson Street rezoning back to staff was carried, and a request to the province regarding JIBC funding was approved.

• Advanced 450 Dallas Rd rezoning to public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved up to $50,000 for Truth and Reconciliation Day event (unanimous)
• Referred 1042/1044 Richardson St rezoning to staff for revised application (5-4)
• Approved motion to write to province on JIBC funding (unanimous)
• Endorsed library return box pilot at Quadra Village and Fairfield (unanimous)
• Approved Government Street Vision and Concept Design (8-1)
• Approved attendance at UBCM Convention for Councillor Isitt (unanimous)
• Approved motion on harm reduction through non-recreational cannabis (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is holding a public hearing and considering approval of new neighbourhood plans for Fernwood, North Park, Hillside-Quadra, and the Downtown Core, along with related Official Community Plan amendments. Council will also consider bylaws to encourage 'missing middle' housing in single and two-family zones. The agenda includes a music performance, requests to address council, and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 22-055 and 2022 neighbourhood plans for Fernwood, North Park, Hillside-Quadra, and Downtown Core
• Rescinding older plans: Hillside-Quadra (1996), North Park (1996), Fernwood (1994), Downtown Core Area Plan (March 2022)
• First, second, and third readings of Land Use Procedures Bylaw Amendment No. 22-057 and Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw No. 22-056 for missing middle housing
• Requests to address council: Marina Aitcheson (withdrawn) on density and community planning; Chris Tucker on floating accommodation
• Music performance by Victoria Conservatory of Music Young Artists Collegium Program

Council approved the 2022 neighbourhood plans for North Park, Fernwood, Hillside-Quadra, and the Downtown Core Area, along with related design guidelines, and gave third reading and adoption to the Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 22-055. The Fernwood and Hillside-Quadra plans were approved with amendments, and motions to postpone them for more public input were defeated. Council also amended the Missing Middle Housing bylaw to limit cash-in-lieu contributions to houseplexes and gave readings to related bylaws.

• Approved North Park Neighbourhood Plan (2022) (8-1)
• Approved Fernwood Neighbourhood Plan (2022) and Fernwood Village Design Guidelines (2022) (5-4)
• Approved Hillside-Quadra Neighbourhood Plan (2022) (6-3)
• Approved Downtown Core Area Plan (July 2022) and General Urban Design Guidelines (2022) (8-1)
• Rescinded previous neighbourhood plans (1994-1996) and Downtown Core Area Plan (March 2022)
• Adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 22-055 (7-2)
• Amended Missing Middle Housing Bylaw No. 22-045 to limit cash-in-lieu to houseplexes (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Land Use Procedures Bylaw No. 22-057 and Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw No. 22-056 (6-3)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council will consider several items, including first and second readings of bylaws to encourage 'missing middle' housing in single and two-family zones, and reports from the Committee of the Whole on rezoning and development permit applications. The meeting also includes a proclamation, a request to address council, and a closed session for land matters.

• First and second readings of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-045 and Official Community Plan Amendment No. 22-044 for Missing Middle Housing
• First, second, and third readings of Land Use Procedures Bylaw Amendment No. 22-057 and Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw No. 22-056
• Rezoning application at 3198 Quadra Street (Hillside/Quadra)
• Development permit with variances at 515 Rithet Street (James Bay)
• Rezoning and development permit with variances at 557 Simcoe Street (James Bay)

Council gave first and second readings to the Missing Middle Housing bylaws (Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-045 and Official Community Plan Amendment No. 22-044) by a 5-4 vote, after defeating an amendment to delete a community amenities provision. Council also approved rezoning applications for 3198 Quadra Street and 557 Simcoe Street, and a development permit with variances for 515/519 Rithet Street, all unanimously. Additionally, Council approved funding for a Truth and Reconciliation Day event, an artwork donation, and several advocacy motions.

• Approved first and second readings of Missing Middle Housing bylaws 22-045 and 22-044 (5-4)
• Defeated amendment to delete Section 2.3 Community Amenities subsection a(ii)(A) from Bylaw 22-045 (2-7)
• Approved rezoning application for 3198 Quadra Street (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variances for 515/519 Rithet Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning application and development permit with variances for 557 Simcoe Street (unanimous)
• Approved up to $50,000 for regional Truth and Reconciliation Day event (unanimous)
• Approved artwork donation from Jeremy Herndl (unanimous)
• Approved attendance of Councillor Isitt at UBCM Convention with estimated costs of $1,550 (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several rezoning applications and bylaw readings. The council will review reports from the Committee of the Whole, including rezoning for properties on Russell Street, Speed Street, and a local street speed limit report. The main items are first and second readings of bylaws for rezonings at 2740 Bridge Street, 11 Chown Place, and 822 Catherine Street, which would allow for residential and mixed-use developments. The meeting will also include a closed session for matters related to land, legal advice, and employee relations.

• Rezoning for 2740 Bridge Street and 450 Hillside Avenue to permit liquor retail sales and brewpub uses (Bylaw No. 22-038)
• Rezoning for 11 Chown Place for four new multi-unit residential buildings and three blocks of townhouses (Bylaws No. 22-066, 22-067, 22-068)
• Rezoning for 822 Catherine Street for a 3.5-storey mixed-use development with 31 residential rental units (Bylaws No. 22-070, 22-071)
• Council member motion to waive public comment for a Development Permit with Variances at 640 Montreal Street
• Proclamation of World Pancreatic Cancer Day on November 17, 2022

Council directed staff to prepare amendments to the Streets and Traffic Bylaw to reduce speed limits on local roadways to 30 km/h, with a report back by Q2 2023. Several rezoning and housing agreement bylaws received readings, including for 235 and 247 Russell Street, 2740 Bridge Street, 11 Chown Place, and 822 Catherine Street. A development permit with variances for 640 Montreal Street was authorized, waiving public comment. The meeting closed to the public for confidential matters.

• Directed staff to prepare 30 km/h speed limit amendments (7-2)
• Approved rezoning for 235 and 247 Russell Street (unanimous)
• Authorized Temporary Use Permit for 650 Speed Street (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to rezoning for 2740 Bridge Street and 450 Hillside Avenue (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to rezoning and OCP amendment for 11 Chown Place (8-1)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Housing Agreement Bylaw for 11 Chown Place (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to rezoning for 822 Catherine Street (7-1)
• Authorized Development Permit with variances for 640 Montreal Street (7-2)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, consider a proclamation for Special Olympics Global Week of Inclusion, and hold a workshop on the future delivery of the City of Victoria Bike Master Plan after 2022. No land use matters or new business are listed.

• Proclamation for Special Olympics Global Week of Inclusion, July 18-24, 2022
• Workshop on Bike Master Plan (BMP) delivery after 2022
• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2022 meeting

The Committee of the Whole received a presentation on the Bike Master Plan and discussed various cycling network improvements. They unanimously directed staff to report back by the end of Q4 2022 with recommendations on next steps and proposed priority routes for expanding the city's All Ages and Abilities (AAA) Cycling Network. Other items included approving the agenda, consent agenda, and minutes from June 23, 2022, and forwarding a proclamation for Special Olympics Global Week of Inclusion to the July 14 Council meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from June 23, 2022 (unanimous)
• Forwarded Special Olympics Global Week of Inclusion proclamation to July 14 Council meeting (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report back by end of Q4 2022 on expanding AAA Cycling Network (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider reports from the Committee of the Whole, including development permits, a rezoning, and an animal responsibility bylaw update. Council will also receive a letter from the Minister of Municipal Affairs regarding the City's Tenant Assistance Policy, and will move into a closed meeting to discuss labour relations, municipal service negotiations, and whether to close the meeting. The agenda includes several requests to address council from members of the public.

• 640 Montreal Street - Development Permit with Variance Application No. 00197 (James Bay)
• 680 Montreal Street - Rezoning Application No. 00792 (James Bay)
• 1309 & 1315 Cook Street, 1100-1120 Yates Street, and 1109-1115 Johnson Street - Amendment to Project Partnering Agreement (Fernwood)
• Proposed Update to the Animal Responsibility Bylaw
• Letter from the Minister of Municipal Affairs regarding the City's Tenant Assistance Policy

Council unanimously approved a development permit with variances for 640 Montreal Street and directed staff to prepare a rezoning bylaw amendment for 680 Montreal Street, subject to an easement agreement. Council also authorized an amendment to the Project Partnering Agreement for the Haven building to allow co-signors for mortgage financing, and directed staff to update the Animal Responsibility Bylaw to align leash-optional areas with existing parks. The meeting closed to the public for labour and negotiation matters.

• Approved Development Permit with Variances for 640 Montreal Street (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare rezoning bylaw amendment for 680 Montreal Street, subject to easement (unanimous)
• Authorized amendment to Project Partnering Agreement for Haven building to allow co-signors (unanimous)
• Directed staff to update Animal Responsibility Bylaw for leash-optional areas in specified parks (unanimous)
• Received correspondence from Minister of Municipal Affairs for information (unanimous)
• Closed meeting to public under Section 90(1)(c), (k), (n) (unanimous)
• Postponed closed agenda item N.1 to July 7, 2022 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several land use applications, including a rezoning to permit a cannabis retailer at 3198 Quadra Street, a development permit for a multi-unit building at 515 Rithet Street, and a rezoning and development permit for four dwelling units at 557 Simcoe Street. The committee will also consider a staff report on an artwork donation and a council member motion about sexualized violence prevention training.

• Rezoning Application No. 00808 for 3198 Quadra Street to allow a storefront cannabis retailer
• Development Permit with Variance(s) No. 00187 for 515 and 519 Rithet Street for a multi-unit strata residential building
• Rezoning Application No. 00759 and Development Permit with Variances No. 00200 for 557 Simcoe Street to increase density and allow four dwelling units
• Artwork donation of 'The Ent, Eden Grove' into the civic art collection
• Council Member Motion advocating for sexualized violence prevention in the Serving It Right curriculum

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved several land use applications, including a rezoning to allow a cannabis retailer at 3198 Quadra Street, a development permit with variances for a multi-unit building at 515/519 Rithet Street, and a rezoning and development permit for four dwelling units at 557 Simcoe Street. The committee also approved an artwork donation and a motion to advocate for sexualized violence prevention training in the Serving It Right curriculum. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved rezoning application for cannabis retailer at 3198 Quadra Street (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variances for 515/519 Rithet Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and development permit with variances for 557 Simcoe Street (unanimous)
• Approved artwork donation of 'The Ent, Eden Grove' with copyright licence (unanimous)
• Approved motion to advocate for sexualized violence prevention in Serving It Right (unanimous)

Canada Day Subcommittee

The Canada Day Subcommittee is meeting to approve its agenda, read minutes from the May 6, 2022 meeting, and discuss unfinished business, specifically the canoe protocol. No new business items are listed. The meeting is procedural in nature.

• Approval of agenda
• Reading of minutes from May 6, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of canoe protocol

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several land use applications, including rezoning 225 Russell Street for supportive housing and rezoning 235 and 247 Russell Street for cannabis-related light industrial uses. They will also review a temporary use permit renewal for 650 Speed Avenue, the triannual accountability report, strategic plan grant applications, a local street speed limit reduction plan, and several proclamations. A council member motion on restoring three-year terms for local government office is also on the agenda.

• Rezoning 225 Russell Street from M-1 to allow supportive housing
• Rezoning 235 and 247 Russell Street for cannabis cultivation and supporting uses
• Renewal of Temporary Use Permit for 650 Speed Avenue for 22 affordable housing units
• Report on reducing local street speed limits to 30 km/h
• 2022 Strategic Plan Grant applications and recommendations

The Committee of the Whole unanimously advanced a rezoning application for 225 Russell Street to allow supportive housing, subject to conditions including revised plans and legal agreements. The committee also approved a $512,160 Strategic Plan Grant package for 2022, directed staff to prepare a bylaw reducing local road speed limits to 30 km/hr, and endorsed a resolution calling for the restoration of three-year terms for local government office.

• Advanced rezoning for supportive housing at 225 Russell Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved $512,160 in Strategic Plan Grants for 2022 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare bylaw amendments to reduce local road speed limits to 30 km/hr (5-3)
• Endorsed UBCM resolution to restore three-year terms of local government office (6-3)
• Approved honorarium for Accessibility Advisory Committee members at BC Living Wage rate (8-1)
• Reaffirmed support for protecting Ivy Place Greenway and directed staff analysis (8-1)
• Renewed Temporary Use Permit for 650 Speed Avenue for three years (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning applications for 235 and 247 Russell Street for cannabis cultivation (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including renaming Trutch Street to Su’it Street, regulating demolition waste, and amending the Official Community Plan to support new neighbourhood plans for Fernwood, North Park, and Hillside-Quadra. The council will also receive reports from the Committee of the Whole, including a rezoning application for 225 Russell Street, and may close part of the meeting to discuss land, employee relations, and other confidential matters.

• Adoption of Trutch Street Renaming Bylaw No. 22-053 (rename to Su’it Street)
• Adoption of Demolition Waste and Deconstruction Bylaw No. 22-062
• 1st and 2nd readings of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 22-055 for local area plans
• Rezoning application No. 00801 for 225 Russell Street (Victoria West)
• Proclamations for Pride Week, Oromo Day, and other observances

Council unanimously directed staff to prepare rezoning and OCP amendment bylaws for a supportive housing development at 225 Russell Street, with conditions including 60-year affordability and accessible units. Council also approved the Equity Framework (8-1), adopted bylaws renaming Trutch Street and regulating demolition waste, and endorsed a UBCM resolution for three-year local government terms (6-3). The meeting closed to the public for land and employee relations matters.

• Approved rezoning application for 225 Russell St supportive housing (unanimous)
• Endorsed Equity Framework (8-1)
• Adopted Trutch Street Renaming Bylaw No. 22-053 (unanimous)
• Adopted Demolition Waste and Deconstruction Bylaw No. 22-062 (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 22-055 (5-4)
• Endorsed UBCM resolution for three-year local government terms (6-3)
• Approved 2022 Strategic Plan Grant awards totaling $512,160 (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is holding a public hearing and considering approval of zoning bylaw amendments that would require new and increased off-street accessible parking stalls for private development. Council will also receive the 2021 Annual Report, which summarizes the city's financial and operational activities for the year. Several residents are scheduled to address council on topics including bike lane maintenance, library services, book return boxes, the HarbourCats contract, and healthcare measures.

• Public hearing on Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment (No. 1260), 22-024 and Zoning Bylaw 2018 Amendment (No. 10), 22-025 for accessible parking requirements
• Consideration of 2021 Annual Report including audited financial statements
• Requests to address council: bike lane maintenance (Patrick Skillings), library service improvements (Jenn Neilson), book return boxes (Vincent Gornall), HarbourCats contract (Sheila Potter), supportive healthcare measures (Sue Hiscocks)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several bylaws and reports. Key items include first, second, and third readings of a bylaw to rename Trutch Street to Su’it Street, and a bylaw on demolition waste and deconstruction. Council will also consider amendments to accessible parking requirements in zoning bylaws and an appeal regarding a short-term rental licence at 1-290 Superior Street.

• Bylaw No. 22-053: Rename Trutch Street to Su’it Street (Lekwungen for 'truth')
• Bylaw No. 22-062: Demolition Waste and Deconstruction Bylaw
• Bylaw No. 22-024 and 22-025: Zoning amendments for accessible parking requirements
• Short-term rental business licence appeal for 1-290 Superior Street
• Proclamation of 'Island Good Days' June 20-26, 2022

Council unanimously endorsed participation in a regional EV charging network grant, committing $1,607,067 for 424 Level 2 and 20 DCFC stations. It gave first, second, and third readings to bylaws renaming Trutch Street and regulating demolition waste and deconstruction. Council also amended and gave second reading to two zoning bylaws changing 'International' to 'Dynamic' in accessibility requirements. A short-term rental license denial at 1-290 Superior St. was upheld on a 4-2 vote.

• Endorsed CRD-led EV charging network grant application and committed $1,607,067 (unanimous)
• Approved Trutch Street Renaming Bylaw No. 22-053 (unanimous)
• Approved Demolition Waste and Deconstruction Bylaw No. 22-062 (unanimous)
• Amended and gave second reading to Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-024 (unanimous)
• Amended and gave second reading to Zoning Bylaw 2018 Amendment No. 22-025 (unanimous)
• Upheld denial of short-term rental license at 1-290 Superior St. (4-2)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several land use applications in James Bay and Fernwood. Discussions include electric vehicle infrastructure grants and proposed updates to the Animal Responsibility Bylaw.

• Development permit for 640 Montreal Street regarding patio enclosures
• Rezoning application for 680 Montreal Street (Laurel Point Inn)
• Amendment to Project Partnering Agreement for Haven building at Cook, Yates, and Johnsons streets
• EV infrastructure grant funding applications
• Proposed update to the Animal Responsibility Bylaw

The Committee of the Whole unanimously endorsed the City of Victoria's participation in a regional grant application led by the CRD to expand public EV charging infrastructure, committing $1,607,067 for 424 Level 2 and 20 DCFC stations through 2024-2027. They also approved a development permit for 640 Montreal Street, directed staff to prepare a rezoning amendment for 680 Montreal Street, and approved an amendment to the Animal Responsibility Bylaw to update leash-optional areas. A motion to require a shadow study for the 680 Montreal Street rezoning was defeated.

• Endorsed CRD-led EV charging grant application, committing $1,607,067 (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variance for 640 Montreal Street (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare rezoning amendment for 680 Montreal Street (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to require shadow study for 680 Montreal Street (3-4)
• Approved amendment to Project Partnering Agreement for Haven building to allow co-signors (5-2)
• Directed staff to update Animal Responsibility Bylaw leash-optional boundaries, including Clover Point pathway (unanimous as amended)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council meets to approve the agenda, read minutes, and hear requests from the public. Key items include adopting a bylaw to increase the Topaz Artificial Turf Sport Field Project budget by $2.4 million, hearing a short-term rental licence appeal for 1-290 Superior Street, and considering a motion to reconsider a previous decision on Missing Middle Housing. The meeting also includes a closed session for land and employee relations matters.

• Adoption of Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw Amendment No. 22-061, increasing Topaz Artificial Turf Sport Field Project budget by $2.4 million funded by a federal grant
• Short-term rental business licence appeal for 1-290 Superior Street
• Council member motion to reconsider a May 26, 2022 decision on Missing Middle Housing
• Request to defer referral of Villages and Corridors Plan to public hearing
• Development variance permit for 1535/1537 Despard Avenue (Rockland)

Council directed staff to prepare zoning and land use bylaws to permit houseplexes, corner townhouses, heritage conserving infill, and accessory uses, and to establish development permit fees of $10,000 for 6 or fewer units and $13,000 for 7 or more units. It also set a timeline for public information session on July 12, bylaw readings on July 14, and a public hearing on August 4, 2022, with up to $25,000 from the 2022 contingency budget for notification. The motion carried 4-3. Council also approved a motion to advance local area plans for Fernwood, North Park, and Hillside-Quadra, and endorsed several proclamations and other routine items.

• Directed staff to prepare Missing Middle Housing zoning and fee bylaws (4-3)
• Set public info session July 12, bylaw readings July 14, public hearing Aug 4 (4-3)
• Authorized up to $25,000 from 2022 contingency for public notification (6-1)
• Approved motion to advance Fernwood, North Park, Hillside-Quadra plans (4-3)
• Endorsed World Refugee Day, Year of the Salish Sea, Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week proclamations (unanimous)
• Referred 937 View Street development permit back to staff for setbacks (6-1)
• Adopted Five Year Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 22-061 (6-1)
• Referred short-term rental appeal at 1-290 Superior Street to June 16 meeting (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several items, including amendments to downtown zoning bylaws and a heritage designation for a property. The council will also hear public requests on topics like the city skyline, missing middle housing, and Royal Athletic Park. One public comment opportunity has been cancelled at the applicant's request.

• Zoning Bylaw 2018 amendments to CBD-1 and CBD-2 setback regulations (Bylaw No. 22-048)
• Heritage designation for 145 Rendall Street (Bylaw No. 22-049)
• Temporary Use Permit renewal for 1802 Cook Street (cancelled, to be rescheduled)
• Requests to address council on skyline changes, missing middle housing, and Royal Athletic Park

Council unanimously adopted two bylaws: one amending CBD-1 and CBD-2 setback regulations to align with the Downtown Core Area Plan, and another designating 145 Rendall Street as protected heritage property. A public comment opportunity for a temporary use permit at 1802 Cook Street was cancelled at the applicant's request and will be rescheduled.

• Adopted Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 22-048 (unanimous)
• Adopted Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 22-049 for 145 Rendall Street (unanimous)
• Cancelled public comment for 1802 Cook Street temporary use permit (applicant request)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole endorsed the proposed Equity Framework (5-1) and approved a motion to waive the pre-application community consultation for an affordable housing building at 131/135/139 Menzies Street, with public consultation to occur after application submission. The committee also directed staff to prepare Official Community Plan amendments for neighbourhood boundary adjustments and forwarded several proclamations to Council.

• Endorsed Equity Framework (5-1)
• Waived pre-application consultation for 131/135/139 Menzies Street affordable housing (5-1)
• Directed staff to prepare OCP amendments for neighbourhood boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from May 12, 19, 26 meetings (unanimous)
• Forwarded proclamations for Parachute National Injury Prevention Day, World Refrigeration Day, International Women in Engineering Day, World Refugee Day, Year of the Salish Sea, Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week, Island Good Days, and Living Donation Week to Council (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Council directed staff to prepare bylaws for Missing Middle Housing, including zoning changes for houseplexes and corner townhouses, and set development permit fees. An amendment to hold a public engagement workshop before proceeding was approved 5-4. Council also supported a cannabis retail license for Clarity Cannabis at 1400 Quadra Street and adopted several bylaws, including EV charging fees and development cost charges.

• Directed staff to prepare Missing Middle Housing zoning bylaws and fee schedule (5-4 on referral amendment)
• Supported Clarity Cannabis retail license at 1400 Quadra Street (7-2)
• Adopted City Parkades Electric Vehicle Charging Fees Bylaw (8-1)
• Gave first and second readings to rezoning and heritage designation for 1125 Fort Street (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Housing Agreement for 1125 Fort Street (unanimous)
• Approved Five Year Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw (8-1)
• Adopted Development Cost Charges Amendment Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved travel expenses for Councillor Potts and Mayor Helps (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council meets May 26-27, 2022, with a public hearing and consideration of approval for a rezoning and development variance permit at 2615 Douglas Street to allow a brewery, distillery, brewpub, liquor retail sales, and commissary kitchen. The agenda also includes several requests to address council on topics such as development in James Bay, gravel fields, the RAP contract with Harbour Cats, new SFD construction, and the Fernwood Neighbourhood Plan.

• Public hearing for rezoning application No. 00680 and development variance permit No. 00247 at 2615 Douglas Street
• Bylaw No. 22-037: Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment to permit brewery, distillery, brewpub, liquor retail, and commissary kitchen
• Requests to address council on Dallas/Douglas gravel fields for skate and pickleball courts
• Presentation on city data for RAP cost/use with Harbour Cats contract
• Discussion of new SFD construction statistics vs proposed missing middle policy

Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved a rezoning and development variance permit for 2615 Douglas Street, allowing a brewery, distillery, brewpub, liquor retail sales, and a commissary kitchen in the existing heritage building. The variance reduces required parking from 214 to 122 spaces. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included poetry, public address requests, and adjournment.

• Approved Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-037 for 2615 Douglas Street (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Variance Permit No. 00247 reducing parking from 214 to 122 spaces (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering a development permit with variances for a 19-storey, approximately 266-unit rental building at 937 View Street, which would require increasing the maximum height from 27m to 60.15m and storeys from 9 to 19. The committee will also discuss a proclamation for International Internal Audit Awareness Month and a council member motion to authorize travel expenses for meetings in Ottawa from May 31 to June 2, 2022. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, consent agenda, and reading of minutes from the May 5, 2022 meeting.

• Development permit with variances for 19-storey residential building with ~266 rental units at 937 View Street, height increase from 27m to 60.15m and storeys from 9 to 19
• Proclamation for International Internal Audit Awareness Month, May 2022
• Council member motion to approve travel expenses for meetings in Ottawa with Federal Ministers, May 31-June 2, 2022
• Minutes from Committee of the Whole meeting held May 5, 2022

The Committee of the Whole voted 7-2 to decline Development Permit with Variances Application No. 00051 for a proposed 19-storey, 266-unit rental building at 937 View Street. The application sought variances to increase maximum height from 27m to 60.15m and storeys from 9 to 19. The decision will be forwarded to the May 26, 2022 Council meeting for final consideration.

• Declined Development Permit with Variances No. 00051 for 937 View Street (7-2)
• Approved agenda as amended, adding consent items (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from May 5, 2022 COTW meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded International Internal Audit Awareness Month proclamation to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded travel expense authorization for Mayor Helps' Ottawa meetings ($1,110.23) to Council (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several land use applications including a development variance for Despard Avenue and a temporary use permit for Cook Street. Staff will also provide updates on Topaz Park, heat event planning, and regional housing affordability projects.

• Development Variance Permit for 1535/1537 Despard Avenue
• Temporary Use Permit renewal for 1802 Cook Street
• Topaz Park Artificial Turf Field Project budget update
• VicPD Q1 Community Safety Report Card presentation
• UBCM funded Housing Poverty and Affordability Solutions Project

The Committee of the Whole endorsed the recommendations of the Special Committee of the Legislative Assembly on Reforming the Police Act, with Councillor Young opposed. Council also approved several other items, including a $2.4 million budget increase for the Topaz Park artificial turf field, participation in a regional housing affordability project, and a temporary use permit for cannabis distribution at 1802 Cook Street. The meeting included a closed session for a law enforcement matter and a presentation from the Victoria Police Department.

• Endorsed Police Act reform recommendations (6-1)
• Approved $2.4M budget increase for Topaz Park turf field (unanimous)
• Supported participation in UBCM Regional Household Affordability and Prosperity project (unanimous)
• Authorized Councillor Isitt's attendance at Climate Leadership Institute, $680 (unanimous)
• Referred Despard Ave variance back to staff to secure covenant (unanimous)
• Advanced Temporary Use Permit for 1802 Cook St cannabis distribution (unanimous)
• Directed staff to align Go Victoria vehicle km targets with Clean BC (unanimous)
• Received VicPD Q1 report for information (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

The Council is considering several bylaws including amendments for electric vehicle charging fees in city parkades and new accessible parking requirements. Other items include a heritage designation for 145 Rendall Street and the adoption of new election procedures regarding voting methods.

• City Parkades Electric Vehicle Charging Fees Bylaw 22-054
• Heritage Designation (145 Rendall Street) Bylaw No. 22-049
• Election Procedures Bylaw No. 22-051
• Zoning Regulation Bylaw 22-024 and Zoning Bylaw 2018 22-025 regarding accessible parking
• Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 22-060 Amendment Bylaw (No. 4)

Council voted 4-3 to postpone the Local Area Plans, OCP amendments, and zoning guidance for Fernwood, North Park, and Hillside-Quadra to the June 16 daytime meeting. They also approved forwarding the 2019 Pandora Task Force Report for implementation with the 926-930 Pandora redevelopment (4-3), and authorized a temporary use permit for a harm reduction service at 1802 Cook Street. Several bylaws were advanced, including EV charging fees, heritage designation, election procedures, accessible parking, and development cost charges.

• Postponed Local Area Plans and zoning guidance to June 16 (4-3)
• Forwarded 2019 Pandora Task Force Report for implementation (4-3)
• Authorized Temporary Use Permit for 1802 Cook Street harm reduction service (unanimous)
• Approved $2.4M budget increase for Topaz Park turf field (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, third readings to EV charging fees bylaw (6-1)
• Gave first and second readings to heritage designation for 145 Rendall Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Election Procedures Bylaw (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to accessible parking zoning amendments (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting on May 12, 2022, to consider a Temporary Use Permit for 320 Cook Street and 1075 Pendergast Street, which would allow retail, personal services, general office, and professional office use of the second floor of the existing building. The agenda includes a public comment period and a motion to approve the permit. Other items include a request to address Council regarding a Health Canada exemption for a cannabis buyers club, and a music performance by the Victoria Conservatory of Music.

• Temporary Use Permit Application No. 00020 for 320 Cook Street and 1075 Pendergast Street
• Public hearing and consideration of approval for the temporary use permit
• Request to address Council by Ted Smith on Health Canada exemption for Cannabis Buyers Club
• Music performance by Jelly Roll Morton Trio (Victoria Conservatory of Music)

Council unanimously approved Temporary Use Permit No. 00020 for 320 Cook Street and 1075 Pendergast Street, allowing commercial use of the upper storey for three years. The permit reduces parking requirements from 33 to 3 stalls, with conditions including purchasing 9 annual EcoPASSes per year for 3 years. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved Temporary Use Permit No. 00020 for 320 Cook St and 1075 Pendergast St (unanimous)
• Reduced parking requirement from 33 to 3 stalls for the permit
• Required owner to purchase 9 annual EcoPASSes per year for 3 years
• Required owner to provide proof of EcoPass payment or letter of credit before permit issuance

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on next steps for the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, including proposed bylaw and policy changes, based on public engagement results. It will also consider a cannabis retail license application, election preparations, and several proclamations.

• Missing Middle Housing Initiative: engagement summary and draft OCP amendment bylaw
• Cannabis retail license recommendation for Clarity Cannabis at 1400 Quadra Street
• 2022 General Local Election: appointment of election officials and voter engagement strategies
• Election Procedures Bylaw updates based on lessons learned from 2018 and 2020 elections
• Canada Day Subcommittee recommendation to use 900 Wharf Street lot for Ska Fest

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to prepare bylaw amendments to permit houseplexes, corner townhouses, heritage conserving infill, and accessory uses, and to establish an Affordable Housing Standards Bylaw. The motion also included a $5,000 development permit fee refund for projects with a tenant assistance plan, revised fees of $10,000 for 6 or fewer units and $13,000 for 7 or more units, and a public open house before the hearing. The motion carried 5-4. Council also supported the Clarity Cannabis retail license application at 1400 Quadra Street (7-2) and appointed election officials for the 2022 General Local Election.

• Directed staff to prepare Missing Middle Housing bylaw amendments (5-4)
• Approved $5,000 development permit fee refund for tenant assistance plans (unanimous)
• Revised development permit fees to $10,000 (6 or fewer units) and $13,000 (7+ units) (unanimous)
• Required a Missing Middle Housing information open house before public hearing (unanimous)
• Supported Clarity Cannabis retail license at 1400 Quadra Street (7-2)
• Appointed Curt Kingsley as Chief Election Officer for 2022 election (unanimous)
• Directed staff to consider additional polling stations for equitable access (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop a policy for equitable polling access (8-1)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws and reports, including the results of an Alternative Approval Process for expanding the Downtown Victoria Business Association's Business Improvement Area, which would levy taxes on properties in that area. Council will also consider amendments to zoning setback regulations for the downtown core, election procedures, and items forwarded from the Committee of the Whole, including rezoning applications and a motion on a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty. The agenda also includes proclamations and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Business Improvement Area expansion – Alternative Approval Process results and adoption of Bylaw No. 22-023 and Rate Bylaw No. 22-042 to levy taxes on Downtown Victoria Business Improvement Area properties
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Election Procedures Bylaw No. 22-051, regulating city elections and voting
• 1st and 2nd readings of Zoning Bylaw 2018 Amendment Bylaw (No. 13) No. 22-048, amending CBD-1 and CBD-2 setback regulations
• Rezoning applications at 11 Chown Place and 822 Catherine Street, heritage designation at 145 Rendall Street, and development permit at 2120 Quadra Street (from Committee of the Whole)
• Council member motion endorsing a call for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty

Council endorsed the call for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, directing staff to communicate the endorsement and requesting the Mayor write to the Prime Minister and Premier. Council also advanced rezoning for 11 Chown Place (affordable housing) and 822 Catherine Street, approved a heritage designation, and adopted several bylaws.

• Endorsed Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (7-2)
• Instructed staff to prepare OCP and zoning amendments for 11 Chown Place rezoning (8-1)
• Instructed staff to prepare zoning amendment for 822 Catherine Street rezoning (7-1)
• Approved heritage designation for 145 Rendall Street (unanimous)
• Authorized development permit with variances for 2120 Quadra Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Business Improvement Area Amendment Bylaw No. 22-023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Business Improvement Area Rate Bylaw No. 22-042 (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Election Procedures Bylaw No. 22-051 (unanimous)

Canada Day Subcommittee

The Canada Day Subcommittee is meeting to plan the 2022 Canada Day event. The agenda includes approving the agenda, reading minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting, and discussing new business items: canoe protocol and accessibility for the event. No decisions are listed; the items are marked for discussion.

• Approval of agenda
• Reading of minutes from April 5, 2022 meeting
• Canada Day 2022 planning discussion
• Canoe protocol discussion
• Accessibility discussion

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to adopt several bylaws, including the 2022 tax rates and a rezoning for a new six-storey residential rental building with approximately 137 units at 110 Menzies Street, 111 Croft Street, and 450-458 Niagara Street. The council will also consider a bylaw to levy taxes on properties in the Downtown Victoria Business Improvement Area and a boulevard tax bylaw. The meeting includes a closed session for legal advice and land matters.

• Adoption of Tax Bylaw, 2022 No. 22-043
• Adoption of Boulevard Tax Bylaw, 2022 No. 22-041
• Rezoning and development permit for 137-unit rental building at 110 Menzies St, 111 Croft St, 450-458 Niagara St
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd readings of Business Improvement Area Rate Bylaw, 2022 No. 22-042
• Proclamation of Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, May 2022

Council directed the City Solicitor to draft a bylaw to reduce single-use items and encourage reuse, including requiring businesses to provide straws, utensils, and condiments only on request, use reusable products for on-site dining, and charge a $0.25 fee for single-use takeout cups and containers. The motion passed with several sub-items carried unanimously, though one item on reporting back on prohibiting specific products if federal regulations deviate passed 6-2, and the advocacy item passed 7-1. Council also approved a functional program for a new community space at 926 Pandora Avenue (5-3), adopted several bylaws including rezoning and housing agreements for properties on Menzies, Croft, and Niagara Streets, and approved the 2022 tax rates and boulevard tax.

• Directed drafting of single-use item reduction bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved fee monitoring and adjustment reporting (unanimous)
• Approved report on prohibiting specific single-use products if federal regs deviate (6-2)
• Approved communication and outreach plan for businesses (unanimous)
• Approved advocacy to Minister for bylaw approval (7-1)
• Approved free reusable water bottles/cups for low-income and disabled (unanimous)
• Approved feasibility report on reusable cup program in 12 months (unanimous)
• Approved functional program for community space at 926 Pandora (5-3)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several major planning and housing items, including the Missing Middle Housing Initiative, which seeks direction to prepare bylaw amendments. They will also consider new neighbourhood plans and zoning guidance for Fernwood, North Park, and Hillside-Quadra, and a functional program for a new community space at 926 Pandora Avenue. A council member motion on endorsing Police Act Review recommendations is also on the agenda.

• Missing Middle Housing Initiative – engagement summary and next steps, including draft OCP amendment bylaw and design guidelines
• Local Area Plans, OCP amendments, and zoning guidance for Fernwood, North Park, and Hillside-Quadra
• Proposed functional program for new community space at 926 Pandora Avenue
• Council Member Motion: Endorsement of Police Act Review Recommendations
• Minutes from April 7 and April 21, 2022 meetings

The Committee of the Whole approved the functional program for a new community space at 926 Pandora Avenue, directing staff to apply equity values and forwarding the motion to the May 5 daytime Council meeting. The committee also advanced neighbourhood plans for Fernwood, North Park, and Hillside-Quadra, directing staff to prepare zoning amendments for residential rental tenure and destination zones. A motion to postpone the Missing Middle Housing item to May 12 was rescinded, and the committee received a staff presentation with further discussion deferred.

• Approved functional program for community space at 926 Pandora Ave (7-2)
• Directed staff to apply equity values to remaining process (unanimous)
• Forwarded community space motion to May 5 Council meeting (6-3)
• Forwarded 2019 Pandora Task Force Report to staff for implementation (unanimous)
• Approved neighbourhood plans and OCP amendment process for Fernwood, North Park, Hillside-Quadra (7-2)
• Directed staff to prepare zoning amendments for residential rental tenure and destination zones (part of approved motion)
• Rescinded postponement of Missing Middle Housing item (6-3)
• Received staff presentation on Missing Middle Housing; motions deferred to May 12 (8-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several land-use applications, including rezoning and development permits, as well as the 2021 audited financial statements. The meeting will also consider proclamations and a motion endorsing a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty. A portion of the meeting will be closed to the public to discuss employee relations.

• Rezoning and OCP amendment for 11 Chown Place: four multi-unit buildings and three townhouse blocks
• Rezoning and development permit for 822 Catherine Street: three-and-a-half storey mixed-use with 31 rental units
• Heritage designation for 145 Rendall Street
• Development permit with variances for 2120 Quadra Street: four-storey mixed-use with self-storage, café, and manufacturing
• 2021 audited financial statements presented for acceptance

The Committee of the Whole approved moving forward with a rezoning and OCP amendment for a phased residential development at 11 Chown Place, including approximately 313 affordable rental units, with conditions such as a 60-year affordability term and Garry Oak meadow protection. The motion carried 8-1. Council also endorsed a call for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (7-2) and approved a rezoning for a mixed-use building at 822 Catherine Street (7-1).

• Advanced rezoning and OCP amendment for 11 Chown Place affordable housing project (8-1)
• Endorsed call for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (7-2)
• Advanced rezoning for 822 Catherine Street mixed-use building (7-1)
• Approved heritage designation for 145 Rendall Street (unanimous)
• Approved development permit with variances for 2120 Quadra Street (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Financial Statements (unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for ME/FM Awareness Day, Passive House Week, and Lyme Disease Awareness Month (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is holding a public hearing and considering approval of a rezoning and development permit for a proposed six-storey, approximately 56-unit residential rental building at 1025 Kings Road. The agenda also includes requests to address council on topics such as skin cancer awareness and a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty, plus a request about planned aerial pesticide spraying.

• Public hearing and consideration of approval for 1025 Kings Road rezoning (Bylaw No. 22-035) and housing agreement (Bylaw No. 22-036)
• Development permit with variances application for 1025 Kings Road
• Requests to address council on Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (multiple speakers)
• Request to address council on planned spring aerial pesticide spraying with Foray 48B
• Poetry reading by Youth Poet Laureate Eli Mushumanski and guest reader Tosh Sherkat

Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved the rezoning and development permit for a six-storey residential rental building with approximately 56 units at 1025 Kings Road. The rezoning bylaw and housing agreement were adopted, and the development permit with variances was authorized, including increased height and reduced setbacks and parking.

• Approved rezoning at 1025 Kings Road to R-106 zone (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-036 (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit with variances for 1025 Kings Road (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Permitted speakers to address Council (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

The Council will consider several bylaws including the 2022 Tax Bylaw and a Boulevard Tax Bylaw. Discussion also includes rezoning for properties on Douglas Street and Menzies Street, as well as various proclamations.

• 2022 Tax Bylaw (No. 22-043)
• 2022 Boulevard Tax Bylaw (No. 22-041)
• Downtown Victoria Business Improvement Area Expansion Bylaw (No. 22-023)
• Right of First Refusal Bylaw for 110 Menzies Street, 111 Croft Street, and 450-458 Niagara Street
• Zoning Regulation Amendment for 2615 Douglas Street

Council approved the 2022 tax rates bylaw, amended to reflect Option 2 from the April 21 COTW report, addressing impacts on light industrial zones. It also approved the 2021 financial statements, a $72,500 housing grant to Anawim Companions Society, and several rezoning and housing bylaws. A motion on pickleball in James Bay was postponed indefinitely.

• Approved 2022 Tax Bylaw No. 22-043, amended to Option 2 (8-1)
• Approved 2021 Financial Statements (unanimous)
• Approved $72,500 VHRF grant to Anawim Companions Society (unanimous)
• Approved Renters' Advisory Committee Work Plan 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed pickleball in James Bay motion indefinitely (8-1)
• Gave 3rd reading to Business Improvement Area Amendment Bylaw No. 22-023 (unanimous)
• Gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd readings to Boulevard Tax Bylaw No. 22-041 (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Agreement Repeal Bylaw No. 22-033 (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to adopt several bylaws, including the Five Year Financial Plan for 2022 and a housing agreement for 1475 Fort Street. They will also consider reports from the Committee of the Whole, including development and rezoning applications, and hear a request to address council about Royal Athletic Park.

• Adoption of Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, 2022 No. 21-098
• Adoption of Housing Agreement (1475 Fort Street) Bylaw (2021) No. 21-057
• Development Permit Application No. 00599 for 3112 Jackson Street (Hillside/Quadra)
• Rezoning Application No. 00772 for 1114 and 1116 McClure Street (Fairfield)
• Delegation of Signing Authority Bylaw Amendment (No. 3) 22-013

Council adopted the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, 2022 (No. 21-098) by a 5-3 vote, with Councillors Dubow, Isitt, and Young opposed. Council also approved a development permit for 3112 Jackson Street, advanced a rezoning for 1114 and 1116 McClure Street, and directed staff to include all dogs-in-parks motions in the 2023 strategic discussion. Several proclamations and expense authorizations were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, 2022 No. 21-098 (5-3)
• Authorized issuance of Development Permit No. 00599 for 3112 Jackson Street (unanimous)
• Instructed staff to prepare rezoning amendment for 1114 and 1116 McClure Street (unanimous)
• Directed staff to include all dogs-in-parks motions in 2023 strategic discussion (8-1)
• Adopted Housing Agreement (1475 Fort Street) Bylaw No. 21-057 (unanimous)
• Adopted Delegation of Signing Authority Amendment Bylaw No. 3 (unanimous)
• Authorized expenses for Mayor Helps, Councillor Dubow, and Councillor Isitt to attend FCM conference (unanimous)
• Endorsed proclamations for Polonia Day and Human Values Day (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several policy items, including updated revenue and tax policy benchmarks and direction on 2022 tax rates, options to reduce single-use items and encourage reuse, a review of the garden suite program, and a proclamation for Human Values Day. Council will also hear a verbal update on the Cultural Space Road Map and consider a motion to include previously approved off-leash dog park motions in the 2023 Dogs in Parks review. The meeting includes approval of the agenda, consent agenda, and minutes from February 24, 2022.

• Report on Revenue and Tax Policy Benchmark Monitoring and 2022 Tax Rates
• Report on Options to Reduce Single-Use Items and Encourage Reuse
• Garden Suite Program Review
• Proclamation for Human Values Day, April 24, 2022
• Council Member Motion on Dogs in Parks Motions

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved a $72,500 grant from the Victoria Housing Reserve Fund to Anawim Companions Society for a seven-bedroom transitional housing project, subject to conditions including a Housing Agreement and phased payments. The committee also approved the Renters' Advisory Committee Work Plan 2022, authorized a UBCM grant application for homelessness-related projects, and directed staff to explore off-leash dog areas and pickleball courts. A motion from the Renters' Advisory Committee regarding bylaw enforcement for tenants was referred to staff for a report in Q1 2023.

• Approved $72,500 grant to Anawim Companions Society for transitional housing (unanimous)
• Approved Renters' Advisory Committee Work Plan 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized UBCM Strengthening Communities' Services Program grant application (unanimous)
• Referred tenant bylaw enforcement motion to staff for Q1 2023 report (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on off-leash pilot at Royal Athletic Park (5-3)
• Endorsed exploration of pickleball in Beacon Hill Park and James Bay (unanimous)

Council

The City Council is considering several public hearing items, including bylaws to accelerate the deployment of affordable housing. They are also reviewing development variance and rezoning applications for properties on Gorge Road, Fort Street, and Summit Avenue.

• Bylaws for rapid deployment of affordable housing
• Development Variance Permit for 210 Gorge Road
• Development Permit with Variance for 888 Fort Street
• Rezoning application for 1022 Summit Avenue
• Public requests regarding dedicated pickleball courts in James Bay

Council adopted two bylaws to streamline approvals for non-market affordable housing and set a maximum floor space ratio for qualifying developments. It also approved development variance permits for 210 Gorge Road East and 888 Fort Street, and rezoned 1022 Summit Avenue to allow a three-unit house conversion.

• Adopted Maximum Floor Space Ratio for Affordable Housing Bylaw No. 22-019 (unanimous)
• Adopted Land Use Procedures Bylaw Amendment No. 22-021 to delegate affordable housing approvals (unanimous)
• Approved Development Variance Permit No. 00277 for 210 Gorge Road East (unanimous)
• Approved Development Permit with Variance No. 00186 for 888 Fort Street (unanimous)
• Adopted rezoning of 1022 Summit Avenue to R1-HC for three-unit conversion (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including the Five Year Financial Plan for 2022, a housing agreement for 1475 Fort Street, and a rezoning for 1025 Kings Road. The meeting also includes a request to address council about off-leash dog areas, a proclamation, and a closed session for legal and law enforcement matters.

• Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, 2022 No. 21-098 - 2nd, amendment, and 3rd reading
• Housing Agreement (1475 Fort Street) Bylaw (2021) No. 21-057 - rescind 3rd reading, amend, and 3rd reading
• Rezoning Application No. 00752 and Development Permit with Variances Application No. 00157 for 1025 Kings Road - first and second readings of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-035, and first, second, third readings of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-036
• Proclamation: GBS/CIDP Awareness Month - May 2022
• Closed meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(f), (g), (i) for law enforcement, litigation, and solicitor-client privilege

Council gave second and third reading to the Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw, 2022 No. 21-098, with amendments to the schedules, including increasing property value taxes by $218,415 and adjusting reserve lines. The bylaw passed second and third reading by a 6-2 vote. Council also approved first and second readings for rezoning and housing agreement bylaws for 1025 Kings Road, and rescinded and re-approved third reading for the Housing Agreement at 1475 Fort Street.

• Approved Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw 2022 No. 21-098 second reading (6-2)
• Approved Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw 2022 No. 21-098 third reading (6-2)
• Amended Five Year Financial Plan schedules: increased property value taxes by $218,415, decreased Buildings and Infrastructure Reserve by $939,724, increased Financial Stability Reserve by $1,158,139
• Approved police positions to support bylaw for three-year term instead of ongoing (5-3, then unanimous)
• Approved first and second readings for Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-035 and Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-036 for 1025 Kings Road
• Rescinded third reading of Housing Agreement (1475 Fort Street) Bylaw No. 21-057, then amended and gave third reading again
• Authorized UBCM Strengthening Communities' Services Program grant application for tiny homes, peer outreach, and other activities
• Endorsed proclamation for GBS/CIDP Awareness Month May 2022

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2022 draft financial plan, including a postponed motion to fund six additional police officers, and to consider two land-use applications: a garden suite at 3112 Jackson Street and a rezoning for a six-unit houseplex at 1114 and 1116 McClure Street. The committee will also review a proclamation for Polonia Day, motions on childcare access and conference attendance, and a recommendation to pursue up to $220,000 in Canada Day sponsorships.

• Postponed motion to fund six additional police officers as part of 2022 budget
• Development permit for garden suite at 3112 Jackson Street
• Rezoning to increase density to 0.71:1 FSR for six-unit houseplex at 1114 and 1116 McClure Street
• Proclamation for Polonia Day, May 2, 2022
• Recommendation to authorize Canada Day sponsorship pursuit up to $220,000

The Committee of the Whole approved several items, including a rezoning application for 1114 and 1116 McClure Street to allow a six-unit houseplex, subject to conditions. They also authorized a development permit for a garden suite at 3112 Jackson Street, postponed the police budget, and supported childcare advocacy measures.

• Approved rezoning application for 1114 and 1116 McClure Street for a six-unit houseplex, with conditions including rental restrictions and transportation demand measures (unanimous)
• Authorized development permit for garden suite at 3112 Jackson Street, with glazing mitigation condition (unanimous)
• Postponed Victoria Police Department budget until S.27 request resolved (7-1)
• Approved Polonia Day proclamation for May 2, 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized expenses for Mayor Helps to attend FCM Annual Conference (unanimous)
• Approved motion to advocate for childcare improvements, including letter to ministers and staff report on grants (unanimous)
• Authorized Canada Day sponsorship pursuit up to $220,000 (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a bylaw to repeal a housing agreement at 953 Balmoral Road, an amendment to parks and recreation fees, and reports from the Committee of the Whole. The council will also receive correspondence and may enter a closed meeting for confidential matters. The agenda includes both routine approvals and substantive policy decisions.

• Repeal of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 19-092 for 953 Balmoral Road (Bylaw No. 22-033)
• Adoption of Parks and Recreation Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 22-006
• UBCM Grant for EOC Heat and Smoke Readiness
• Electric Vehicle Charging Fees Bylaw Amendments
• 2022 Growing in the City Volunteer Coordinator Grant and Service Grant Awards

Council approved a motion to include a voluntary contribution option in the annual property tax mailout, allowing taxpayers to contribute to the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. The motion also directs staff to promote an e-transfer option for non-property owners and requests the Mayor write to other BC local governments in September 2022. The vote was 7-1, with Councillor Andrew opposed. An amendment to add a mention of donations to organizations like the Victoria Foundation was defeated 3-5.

• Approved voluntary reconciliation contribution option in property tax mailout (7-1)
• Approved staff promotion of e-transfer option for non-property owners (7-1)
• Approved Mayor's letter to BC local governments in September 2022 (7-1)
• Defeated amendment to mention donations to Victoria Foundation and United Way (3-5)
• Approved $12,800 UBCM grant application for EOC Heat and Smoke Readiness (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to EV charging fees bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved Growing in the City Volunteer Coordinator and Service Grants (unanimous)
• Approved signage at Jerry Hale Field to recognize Doug Hudlin (unanimous)

Canada Day Subcommittee

The Canada Day Subcommittee is meeting to approve its agenda, read minutes from previous meetings, and discuss planning for Canada Day 2022. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the planning discussion.

• Approval of agenda
• Reading of minutes from January 17, 2022 and March 17, 2022 meetings
• Canada Day 2022 planning discussion

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss land use, grants, bylaw amendments, and council member motions. Key items include a development variance permit for 210 Gorge Road East, a $12,800 grant application for emergency operations centre heat and smoke readiness, and amendments to electric vehicle charging fees. Council will also consider a motion to allow property owners to voluntarily contribute to the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations alongside the City's Reconciliation Grant, and a motion to explore signage at Jerry Hale Field honouring Doug Hudlin.

• Development Variance Permit No. 00277 at 210 Gorge Road East to reduce underground parking height from 2.1m to 2m
• $12,800 UBCM grant application for EOC heat and smoke readiness equipment
• Electric Vehicle Charging Fees Bylaw amendments to cover all charging station types
• 2022 Growing in the City Volunteer Coordinator Grant and Service Grant Awards allocations
• Council member motion for voluntary property-tax reconciliation contribution to Songhees and Esquimalt Nations

Council

Victoria City Council is holding public hearings and considering approval of several bylaws, including a ban on retail sales of cats, dogs, and rabbits; a heritage conservation area on Robert and Seaforth Streets; an update to the Downtown Core Area Plan; and a rezoning for a six-storey, 137-unit rental building at 110 Menzies, 111 Croft, and 450-458 Niagara Streets. The agenda also includes requests to address council from community groups and a proclamation.

• Animal Responsibility Bylaw Amendment (No. 2) No. 22-011 to ban retail sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits
• Official Community Plan Amendment (No. 39) No. 22-026 to designate Robert and Seaforth Streets as Heritage Conservation Area
• Official Community Plan Amendment (No. 41) No. 22-008 to update Downtown Core Area Plan references
• Rezoning and development permit for 110 Menzies St, 111 Croft St, 450-458 Niagara St: six-storey, 137-unit rental building
• Request from The Mustard Seed to waive rental fee for equipment for May 14, 2022 event

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several items, including first and second readings of a rezoning bylaw for 1022 Summit Avenue, second and third readings of a parks and recreation fees amendment, and reports from Committee of the Whole meetings. The agenda also includes proclamations, correspondence, and a closed meeting for land and legal matters.

• Rezoning application for 1022 Summit Avenue to convert single-family dwelling to three ground-oriented units (Bylaw No. 22-017)
• Parks and Recreation Fees Bylaw amendment (No. 22-006) to revise facility fees
• Development permits for 888 Fort Street and 463 Belleville Street
• Liquor licence applications for Sonora Bar and Grill (531 Yates) and Citrus and Cane (1900 Douglas)
• Festival Investment Grant 2022 allocations

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider recommendations from the Committee of the Whole, including cannabis retail licenses, a park pilot project, and a playground design. They will also vote on a bylaw to amend Parks and Recreation fees, and may close the meeting to discuss legal and personnel matters.

• Recommendations for cannabis stores at 695 Alpha Street, 2520 Turner Street, and 7-425 Simcoe Street
• Bylaw No. 22-032 to amend Parks and Recreation Fees, providing free access to Royal Athletic Park for certain neighbourhood associations
• Council Member Motion: Brooke Street Park Pilot Project
• Stadacona Park Playground Concept Design
• Council Member Motion: Extending Patio Liquor Licenses Through Summer 2022

Council approved the Stadacona Park playground concept design, including a wheelchair-accessible swing and up to $100,000 from the Accessibility Reserve, and directed staff to work with partners to offer indoor housing options to individuals displaced by the project. Council also unanimously supported cannabis retail license recommendations for three stores and approved a leash-optional pilot at Brooke Street Park (7-2).

• Approved Stadacona Park playground concept design with wheelchair-accessible swing and $100,000 from Accessibility Reserve (unanimous)
• Directed staff to work with partners to offer indoor housing options to those displaced by Stadacona Park project (5-4)
• Supported cannabis retail license for Trees Cannabis at 695 Alpha St (unanimous)
• Supported cannabis retail license for Absolute Wellness at 2520 Turner St (unanimous)
• Supported cannabis retail license for Pacificanna at 7-425 Simcoe St (unanimous)
• Approved leash-optional pilot at Brooke Street Park 6-10am and 5-7pm daily (7-2)
• Adopted Parks and Recreation Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 22-032 (unanimous)
• Authorized Councillor Alto's attendance at AVICC Conference (unanimous)

Canada Day Subcommittee

The Canada Day Subcommittee is meeting to approve the agenda, read minutes from January 17, 2022, and hold a planning discussion for Canada Day 2022. No decisions or specific proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of agenda
• Reading of minutes from January 17, 2022 meeting
• Planning discussion for Canada Day 2022

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several land use and liquor licence applications, including development permits for 888 Fort Street and 463 Belleville Street, and liquor licence changes for Sonora Bar and Grill and Citrus and Cane. The committee will also consider the 2022 Festival Investment Grant allocations, proclamations, and council member motions regarding conference attendance and extending patio liquor licences through summer 2022.

• Development Permit with Variance No. 00186 for 888 Fort Street (Harris Green)
• Development Permit Application No. 000606 for 463 Belleville Street (James Bay) for a restaurant pergola
• New Liquor Primary Licence for Sonora Bar and Grill at 531 Yates Street (9am-2am, 130 occupants)
• Increase hours for Citrus and Cane at 1900 Douglas Street (extend Sunday closing to 2am)
• Motion to extend patio liquor licences through at least October 31, 2022

The Committee of the Whole made several decisions, including approving development permits for 888 Fort Street and 463 Belleville Street, and forwarding proclamations and conference attendance requests to Council. The most consequential decision was on the Sonora Bar and Grill liquor primary licence application: after an amendment, Council voted 7-1 to support the licence with reduced hours (9am-12am Sunday-Thursday, 9am-1am Friday-Saturday) and a condition that the food primary licence convert to liquor primary only by 10 p.m. The committee also opposed a patron participation entertainment endorsement for the same establishment (6-2) and supported extended Sunday hours for Citrus and Cane (unanimous).

• Approved development permit with variance for 888 Fort Street (unanimous)
• Approved development permit for pergola at 463 Belleville Street (unanimous)
• Opposed patron participation entertainment endorsement for Sonora Bar and Grill (6-2)
• Supported liquor primary licence for Sonora Bar and Grill with 10 p.m. conversion condition (7-1)
• Supported extended Sunday hours for Citrus and Cane (unanimous)
• Approved Festival Investment Grant allocations: $321,200 cash and $129,500 in-kind (unanimous)
• Forwarded proclamations for Global Meeting Industry Day and Parkinson's Awareness Month to Council (unanimous)
• Authorized expenses for Mayor Helps, Councillor Alto, and Councillor Young to attend conferences (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed public washroom on Douglas Street, a police safety report, proclamations, and council member motions. The meeting will also close to the public for law enforcement and legal advice discussions.

• Douglas Street Public Washroom Concept Design - project update and proposed location approval
• Q4 2021 VicPD Community Safety Report Card presentation
• Proclamations for Purple Day (March 26), Deafblind Awareness Month (June), and Jewish Heritage Month (May)
• Council Member Motion to authorize attendance at AVICC Convention, April 2022
• Council Member Motion to consider off-leash dog areas in Fernwood

The Committee of the Whole approved the proposed location for a new public washroom on Broughton Street adjacent to the 900 Block of Douglas Street, with an amendment requiring consultation with the Accessibility Advisory Committee before final designs. The committee also received the VicPD Q4 2021 report and authorized Councillor Isitt's attendance at the AVICC convention. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved new public washroom location on Broughton Street adjacent to 900 Block Douglas Street (unanimous)
• Amended washroom motion to require Accessibility Advisory Committee consultation before final designs (unanimous)
• Received VicPD Q4 2021 Community Safety Report Card for information (unanimous)
• Requested Mayor write to ministers about hospital wait times based on 2021 data (unanimous)
• Authorized Councillor Isitt's attendance at AVICC convention with $350 registration cost (unanimous)
• Requested Mayor write to School District about off-leash dog area at Vic High field (unanimous)
• Requested staff report on enclosing part of Harris Green for off-leash dog run in 2023 budget (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to act on reports from recent Committee of the Whole meetings and to give readings to several bylaws. Key items include rezoning and development permits for a proposed six-storey, 137-unit rental building, and Official Community Plan amendments for a heritage conservation area and the Downtown Core Area Plan update.

• First and second readings of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-007 and Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 22-015 for 110 Menzies St, 111 Croft St, and 450-458 Niagara St
• First, second, and third readings of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-012 for the same properties
• First and second readings of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 22-026 to designate parts of Robert and Seaforth Streets as a Heritage Conservation Area
• First and second readings of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 22-008 to update Downtown Core Area Plan references
• Council member motion to protect Ivy Place Greenway as a natural area in perpetuity

Council approved first and second readings for the 902 Foul Bay Road rezoning, development permit with variances, and heritage alteration permit, subject to conditions including below-market units and heritage wall protection. It also adopted the Electric Vehicle and Electric Mobility Strategy and Green Fleet Plan, approved $140,000 for a Homelessness Advisor, and gave first and second readings to bylaws for 110 Menzies Street and related properties, plus OCP amendments for Robert Street and Downtown Core Area Plan.

• Approved 902 Foul Bay Road rezoning, development permit, and heritage alteration permit (7-1)
• Adopted Electric Vehicle and Electric Mobility Strategy and Green Fleet Plan (8-1)
• Approved $140,000 for Homelessness Advisor funded by 0.09% tax increase (6-2)
• Approved Base Grant & Neighbourhood Coordinator Grant Policy (unanimous)
• Endorsed in principle protection of Ivy Place greenway as natural area (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to rezoning and land use contract discharge bylaws for 110 Menzies St, 111 Croft St, 450-458 Niagara St (8-1)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Housing Agreement Bylaw for 110 Menzies St, 111 Croft St, 450-458 Niagara St (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to OCP amendments for Robert Street Heritage Conservation Area and Downtown Core Area Plan (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider three development variance permit applications, each with an opportunity for public comment and a potential approval motion. The applications involve a parking requirement reduction at 997 Wilmer Street, a lot subdivision and new dwelling at 1344 Thurlow Road, and a building height increase at 801 Bank Street. The agenda also includes two requests to address council regarding dog parks and street-blocking protests.

• 997 Wilmer Street: variance to reduce vehicle parking requirement from one stall to zero
• 1344 Thurlow Road: variance and development permit for lot subdivision into two lots and construction of two single-family dwellings
• 801 Bank Street: variance to increase building height for two accessory buildings
• Public hearing participation by phone: 778-698-2440, code 1551794#
• Requests to address council: secure dog parks (Rachelle Briscoe) and economic damage from street-blocking (Dan H. Pedrick)

Council approved three development variance permits, all carried unanimously. The permits cover a parking reduction at 997 Wilmer Street, lot width and setback variances plus a development permit at 1344 Thurlow Road, and building height increases at 801 Bank Street. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included public comments on dog parks and the freedom convoy.

• Approved Development Variance Permit No. 00260 for 997 Wilmer Street, reducing parking from one stall to zero (unanimous)
• Approved Development Variance Permit No. 00237 for 1344 Thurlow Road, reducing lot width from 15m to 14.28m and front setback from 7.5m to 3.0m (unanimous)
• Approved Development Permit No. 000571 for 1344 Thurlow Road, with a legal agreement for parking access (unanimous)
• Approved Development Variance Permit No. 00271 for 801 Bank Street, increasing gymnasium height to 6.76m and classroom height to 4.06m (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several items, including reports from the Committee of the Whole, proposed bylaws to speed up affordable housing development, and a motion to suspend the twin city status with Khabarovsk, Russia. The council will also discuss a letter from the Minister of Finance regarding the Speculation and Vacancy Tax, and may enter a closed meeting for employee relations matters.

• First, second, and third readings of Land Use Procedures Bylaw Amendment (No. 15) No. 22-021 to delegate development approvals for non-market affordable housing to the Director of Sustainable Development and Community Planning.
• First and second readings of Maximum Floor Space Ratio for Affordable Housing Bylaw No. 22-019 to set a maximum floor space ratio for qualifying affordable housing developments.
• Third reading of Animal Responsibility Bylaw Amendment (No. 2) No. 22-011 to ban retail sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits.
• Adoption of Ticket Bylaw Amendment (No. 11) No. 22-034 to introduce penalties for contravention of section 98 of the Streets and Traffic Bylaw and reduced fines for early payment.
• Motion to suspend twin city status with Khabarovsk, Russia, pending approval at the Committee of the Whole meeting.

Council approved the Downtown Core Area Plan (2022) and gave first and second readings to related OCP and zoning amendments. It also advanced affordable housing bylaws, suspended the twin city relationship with Khabarovsk, Russia, and directed staff to rename Trutch Street to Su’it Street. A motion to remove the noise bylaw exemption for community care facilities was carried unanimously.

• Approved Downtown Core Area Plan (2022) (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 41 (22-008) (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Land Use Procedures Bylaw Amendment (No. 15) 22-021 (6-3)
• Gave first and second readings to Maximum Floor Space Ratio for Affordable Housing Bylaw 22-019 (7-2)
• Suspended twin city relationship with Khabarovsk, Russia (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring forward bylaw renaming Trutch Street to Su’it Street (unanimous)
• Directed staff to remove community care facility exemption in Noise Bylaw update (unanimous)
• Approved leave of absence for Councillor Isitt from morning COTW meetings (8-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole voted to suspend Victoria's twin city relationship with Khabarovsk, Russia until the cessation of recent Russian hostilities in Ukraine and the withdrawal of Russian forces. The motion also directs the Mayor to write to Khabarovsk urging them to oppose the invasion and support Ukraine. The committee also approved the Stadacona Park playground concept design, including a fully accessible wheelchair swing in future projects, and supported three cannabis retail store license applications.

• Suspended twin city relationship with Khabarovsk, Russia until cessation of hostilities and withdrawal of Russian forces (8-1)
• Approved Stadacona Park playground concept design with directive to include fully accessible wheelchair swing in future projects (unanimous)
• Supported cannabis retail license for Trees Cannabis at 695 Alpha Street (unanimous)
• Supported cannabis retail license for Absolute Wellness at 2520 Turner Street (unanimous)
• Supported cannabis retail license for Pacificanna at 7-425 Simcoe Street (unanimous)
• Approved leave of absence for Councillor Isitt from morning Committee sessions March 3-April 7 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on leash-optional pilot project at Brooke Street Park (unanimous)
• Received Triannual Accountability Report for information (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to act on several items, including adopting a housing agreement for a 78-unit building, advancing a bylaw to ban retail sales of cats, dogs, and rabbits, and amending recreation and ticket fees. The council will also consider reports from the Committee of the Whole, including temporary use permits and community garden grants, and will close part of the meeting for land and legal matters.

• Adoption of Housing Agreement (1419 Mallek Crescent) Bylaw No. 22-027 for a 78-unit residential building
• 1st and 2nd readings of Animal Responsibility Bylaw Amendment No. 22-011 to ban retail sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Parks and Recreation Fees Bylaw Amendment No. 22-032 for free Royal Athletic Park access for some neighbourhood associations
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings of Ticket Bylaw Amendment No. 22-034 to add penalties for Streets and Traffic Bylaw violations
• Temporary Use Permit Application No. 00020 for 320 Cook Street and 1075 Pendergast Street

Council approved several items, including a $60,000 allocation from the 2022 Contingency Fund for emergency arts operating grants, with $30,000 each to The Arts on View Society and The Victoria Multi-Cultural Society. The vote was 7-1, with Councillor Andrew opposed. Council also approved a new Growing in the City Grant Policy, community garden licenses, and various bylaw amendments.

• Approved $60,000 emergency arts grants (7-1)
• Approved Growing in the City Grant Policy (unanimous)
• Authorized community garden licenses for Redfern Park and Orca Gardens (unanimous)
• Approved $29,500 in community garden start-up grants (unanimous)
• Authorized $47,625 in-kind contribution to ICLEI Canada (unanimous)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Fees Amendment Bylaw (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw for 1419 Mallek Crescent (unanimous)
• Approved Animal Responsibility and Ticket Bylaw amendments (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider two rezoning and development applications: a mixed-use building at 496/498 Cecelia Road and 3130 Jutland Road, and a rental building at 1475 Fort Street. The agenda also includes public requests to address off-leash dog times at Brooke Field and Porter Park. The meeting includes public hearings for the two development applications.

• Public hearing and consideration of rezoning and development permits for 496 and 498 Cecelia Road and 3130 Jutland Road (five-storey mixed-use and four-storey residential)
• Public hearing and consideration of development permit with variance for 1475 Fort Street (four-storey rental building with 32 units)
• Requests to address council regarding off-leash dog times at Brooke Field and Porter Park
• Poetry reading by Poet Laureate John Barton

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2022 Draft Financial Plan, including funding for a Homelessness Advisor and an Emergency Arts Operating Grant, and to consider a rezoning application for 902 Foul Bay Road. The committee will also review reports on climate action, neighbourhood grants, and community gardens, and consider motions on the Liveable Cities Forum, Ivy Place Greenway, and the Accessibility Advisory Committee.

• $140,000 for Homelessness Advisor funded by 0.09% tax increase
• $60,000 Emergency Arts Operating Grant to Arts on View Society and Victoria Multi-Cultural Society
• Rezoning, development permit, and heritage alteration for 902 Foul Bay Road
• New community garden licenses for Redfern Commons and Orca Gardens at Alston Green
• Motion to protect Ivy Place Greenway as natural area and close to vehicles

The Committee of the Whole approved several items, including advancing the rezoning and development permit for 902 Foul Bay Road with conditions such as below-market units and tree retention, adopting the Electric Vehicle and Electric Mobility Strategy and Green Fleet Plan (7-1), and approving grants for community gardens and arts organizations. The 2022 Draft Financial Plan was discussed, with approval of a Homelessness Advisor position (6-2) and $60,000 in emergency arts grants.

• Advanced rezoning for 902 Foul Bay Road with conditions including 4 below-market units and tree retention (7-1)
• Adopted Electric Vehicle and Electric Mobility Strategy and Green Fleet Plan (7-1)
• Approved community garden licenses for Redfern Park and Orca Gardens (unanimous)
• Approved $29,500 in Community Garden Start-Up Grants to four organizations (unanimous)
• Authorized $47,625 in-kind contribution to ICLEI Canada for Liveable Cities Forum (unanimous)
• Extended Accessibility Advisory Committee term until Governance Review concluded (unanimous)
• Approved Homelessness Advisor position for three-year term (6-2)
• Allocated $60,000 from Contingency Fund for emergency arts grants (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including allocating $60,000 from the 2022 Contingency Fund for emergency arts operating grants, renaming Trutch Street to Truth Street, and adopting an updated Downtown Core Area Plan. They will also review updates on residential tenancy protections, a proposed Heritage Conservation Area on Robert Street, and a motion to remove the community care facility exemption from the Noise Bylaw.

• Allocate $60,000 from 2022 Contingency Fund for emergency arts grants to Arts on View Society and Victoria Multi-Cultural Society
• Report on renaming Trutch Street to Truth Street, including comments from Songhees and Esquimalt Nations
• Proposed OCP amendment to designate part of Robert Street as a Heritage Conservation Area
• Updated Downtown Core Area Plan (2022) and related OCP Amendment Bylaw (No. 22-008)
• Council Member Motion to remove community care facility exemption from Noise Bylaw

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved first and second reading of an OCP amendment to create a Robert Street Heritage Conservation Area, and directed staff to bring forward a bylaw renaming Trutch Street to Su’it Street. It also approved the Downtown Core Area Plan (2022), directed staff to remove the community care facility exemption from the Noise Bylaw, and referred a $60,000 emergency arts grant motion to the next meeting.

• Approved first and second reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw (No. 39) 22-026 for the Robert Street Heritage Conservation Area, and referred it to a public hearing.
• Approved in principle the revised Robert Street Heritage Conservation Area Guidelines (2022).
• Directed staff to bring forward a bylaw to rename Trutch Street to Su’it Street, the Lekwungen word for 'Truth'.
• Approved the Downtown Core Area Plan (2022) and gave first and second readings to the related OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 41 (No. 22-008).
• Directed staff to remove the exemption for community care facilities from the Noise Bylaw update.
• Referred a motion to allocate $60,000 from the 2022 Contingency Fund for emergency arts grants to the February 24, 2022 meeting.
• Approved participation in the Bowker Creek Blueprint update and a grant application for $7,775,000 for the Bowker Creek Restoration project.
• Adopted minutes from previous meetings and forwarded a proclamation of gratitude for Lorne Whyte to Council.

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to act on reports from Committee of the Whole, including several development permits and a rezoning, and to give readings to two bylaws. One bylaw would secure affordability for a proposed 78-unit residential building at 1419 Mallek Crescent; another would delegate community garden licence renewals to a city director. The meeting also includes a closed session for land and legal matters.

• Rezoning and development permit for 808-812 View Street, 1205-1225 Blanshard Street, and 805 Yates Street (Downtown)
• Development variance permit for 997 Wilmer Street (Gonzales)
• Development permit and variance for 1344 Thurlow Road
• Outdoor patio application for Phillips Brewing Company at 2010 Government Street
• Bylaw No. 22-027: Housing Agreement for 1419 Mallek Crescent (78-unit building)

Council approved staff participation in the Bowker Creek Blueprint 2.0 update, funding the city's share up to $15,000, and approved submitting a grant application for $7,775,000 for the Bowker Creek Restoration – Daylighting in City Properties project, with a city share of $2,073,593 to be included in future financial plans if successful. Council also gave first, second, and third readings to two bylaws: the Housing Agreement (1419 Mallek Crescent) Bylaw No. 22-027 and the Delegation of Signing Authority Bylaw Amendment Bylaw (No. 3) No. 22-013. Several development permits and variances were authorized, including for 997 Wilmer Street, 1344 Thurlow Road, and 808-812 View Street, 1205-1225 Blanshard Street and 805 Yates Street. Council also supported an outdoor patio application for Phillips Brewing Company at 2010 Government Street and moved to restrict the sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits in Victoria.

• Approved staff participation in Bowker Creek Blueprint 2.0 update, funding up to $15,000 from existing budget.
• Approved submission of a grant application for $7,775,000 for Bowker Creek Restoration – Daylighting in City Properties project, with city share of $2,073,593 to be included in future financial plans if successful.
• Authorized issuance of Development Variance Permit No. 00260 for 997 Wilmer Street, reducing vehicle parking from one stall to zero.
• Authorized issuance of Development Variance Permit No. 00237 and Development Permit No. 000571 for 1344 Thurlow Road, subject to tree retention and planting clarification.
• Instructed staff to prepare a Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment for Rezoning Application No. 00791 for 808-812 View Street, 1205-1225 Blanshard Street and 805 Yates Street, with conditions including frontage improvements and a 2.0m statutory right-of-way on Blanshard Street.
• Supported the outdoor patio application for Phillips Brewing Company at 2010 Government Street, with no change to hours or occupant load.
• Brought forward the Animal Responsibility Amendment Bylaw No. 22-011 for first and second readings, scheduling public comment and directing staff to write to other CRD municipalities to encourage similar bylaws.
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Housing Agreement (1419 Mallek Crescent) Bylaw No. 22-027 and Delegation of Signing Authority Bylaw Amendment Bylaw (No. 3) No. 22-013.

Council

Victoria City Council is holding public hearings and considering approval of two rezoning applications that would increase density and allow rental housing. The first is for a strata duplex with rental suites at 137/139 Robertson Street and 1848/1850 Hollywood Crescent. The second is for a multi-unit rental residential building at 1124 Vancouver Street, 941 and 953 View Street. The agenda also includes requests to address council on topics such as noise bylaw changes, Government Street closure, and cruise shuttle routes.

• Rezoning and development permit with variances for 137/139 Robertson Street and 1848/1850 Hollywood Crescent (Bylaw No. 22-022)
• Rezoning and development permit with variances for 1124 Vancouver Street, 941 and 953 View Street (Bylaws No. 22-001 and 22-002)
• Requests to address council on noise bylaw amendments, Government Street closure, and cruise shuttle routes
• Presentation supporting a $30,000 emergency grant for Arts on View Society
• Request for relief funding for Victoria Event Centre and Victoria Multi-Cultural Society

Council approved a rezoning and development permit for a duplex with secondary suites at 137/139 Robertson Street and 1848/1850 Hollywood Crescent, despite concerns about building size and parking. It also unanimously approved a rezoning and development permit for a residential development at 1124 Vancouver Street, 941 and 953 View Street, with conditions including accessible parking and adaptable units. Both decisions were made after public hearings.

• Approved third reading and adoption of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-022 for 137/139 Robertson St and 1848/1850 Hollywood Cres (7-2)
• Authorized Development Permit with Variances No. 00181 for 137/139 Robertson St and 1848/1850 Hollywood Cres (7-2)
• Approved third reading and adoption of Zoning Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 22-001 for 1124 Vancouver St, 941 and 953 View St (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-002 for 1124 Vancouver St (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit with Variances No. 00133 for 1124 Vancouver St, 941 and 953 View St (unanimous)
• Required two accessible parking stalls, one for residents, without increasing parking variance (unanimous)
• Required 7 adaptable units to be converted to accessible units at applicant's cost as requested by prospective tenants (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a temporary use permit for a property at 320 Cook Street and 1075 Pendergast Street, a new Growing in the City Grant Policy, and a council member motion to reopen Government Street to buses during cruise ship season. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Week and consent agenda items.

• Temporary Use Permit Application No. 00020 for 320 Cook Street and 1075 Pendergast Street to allow commercial use of upper storey for 3 years, with parking reduced from 33 to 3 stalls
• Growing in the City Grant Policy and proposed amendments to existing Grant Policy
• Proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Week, February 14-18, 2022
• Council Member Motion to direct staff to open Government Street to buses during cruise ship season

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed cannabis retail licensing fee of $3,500 in 2022 and $2,000 in 2023, along with new display window regulations. Council will also review a rezoning and official community plan amendment for properties at 3130 Jutland Road and 496/498 Cecelia Road, which would allow a five-storey mixed-use building and a four-storey residential building. The agenda includes reports from previous committee meetings, a proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Week, and a motion to close part of the meeting for legal and personnel matters.

• Proposed cannabis retail business license fee: $3,500 in 2022, $2,000 in 2023
• Draft bylaw to regulate cannabis store display windows and staffing
• Rezoning and OCP amendment for 3130 Jutland Rd and 496/498 Cecelia Rd (Bylaws 22-003, 22-004)
• Road dedication of 1.78m on Cecelia Road for sidewalk improvements
• Proclamation of Chamber of Commerce Week (Feb 14-18, 2022)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including budget business cases and council member motions, and to consider several land-use applications, including a rezoning for a ten-storey office building downtown. The committee will also review a proposed bylaw to restrict the sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits in retail stores. Decisions made here will be recommendations to full Council.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan review, including ACT and CRT business cases and $150,000 for split-rail fencing
• Rezoning and development permit for 808-812 View Street, 1205-1225 Blanshard Street, and 805 Yates Street for a ten-storey office building
• Development variance permit for 997 Wilmer Street to reduce parking requirement from one stall to zero
• Development permit and variance for 1344 Thurlow Road to subdivide lot and build two single-family dwellings
• Proposed bylaw amendment to prohibit retail sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits except by rescue organizations

The Committee of the Whole approved a $276,000 allocation for 'Bylaw Support – Police' in the 2022 draft financial plan, funded by a 0.19% tax increase for 2022 and 2023, with staff directed to identify future funding for 2024. The motion passed 5-4. Additionally, the committee approved a $100,000 grant to the Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness, a $100,000 pilot project for Dallas Road Waterfront Park, and a $150,000 reallocation for accessibility upgrades at non-profit arts venues. Several land use items were also advanced, including a rezoning for a ten-storey office building downtown.

• Approved $276K for Bylaw Support – Police, funded by 0.19% tax increase for 2022-2023 (5-4)
• Approved $100K grant to Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness (unanimous)
• Approved $100K pilot project for Dallas Road Waterfront Park off-leash area (unanimous)
• Approved $150K reallocation for accessibility upgrades at non-profit arts venues (unanimous)
• Approved $60K Emergency Arts Operating Fund grant to Arts on View Society and Victoria Multi-cultural Society (8-1)
• Advanced rezoning for 808-812 View St, 1205-1225 Blanshard St, 805 Yates St to public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved development variance permit at 997 Wilmer St to reduce parking to zero (unanimous)
• Approved development variance and permit at 1344 Thurlow Rd for lot subdivision and new dwelling (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, consider a proclamation, and receive reports from the Committee of the Whole, including a master budget report with numerous proposed items. The council will also review a letter from the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions about civilian-led mental health crisis teams. The meeting will then close to the public to discuss personnel, legal, and other confidential matters.

• Proclamation: International Day of Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation (Feb 6, 2022)
• Master Budget COTW Report with items including Victoria Housing Strategy implementation, Vision Zero program, and various new positions
• Operating grants for NPNA and DRA (2 grants of $78,020)
• Letter from Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions re: civilian-led mental health crisis teams
• Closed meeting for items under Community Charter Section 90 (personal info, legal advice, employee relations)

Council approved the 2022 Draft Financial Plan recommendations from the Committee of the Whole, including funding for housing, public safety, and community programs. The main motion carried 5-3, with Councillor Thornton-Joe recused from a related grant vote. Council also approved the Placemaking Toolkit and a proclamation.

• Adopted 2022 Draft Financial Plan recommendations (5-3)
• Approved $250,000 for Victoria Housing Strategy Implementation (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 grant to Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness (unanimous, Thornton-Joe recused)
• Approved Placemaking Toolkit, 2022 (unanimous)
• Endorsed proclamation for International Day of Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 20, 2022 daytime meeting (unanimous)

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including budget business cases, supplementary requests, and grant allocations. They will also consider several referred motions, including funding for split-rail fencing, Clover Point seasonal use and engagement, and support for non-profit arts and culture. Correspondence from the Songhees Nation and TE'MEXXW Treaty Association regarding an annual grant initiative is also on the agenda.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan with ACT and CRT business cases
• $150,000 proposed for split-rail fencing from Building & Infrastructure Reserve
• Clover Point seasonally adjusted use and public engagement motions
• Council member motion for grants to non-profit arts venues
• Correspondence from Songhees Nation and TE'MEXXW Treaty Association on annual grant

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to act on reports from the Committee of the Whole, including a development variance permit, cannabis retail licensing fees, and rapid deployment of affordable housing. They will also consider several rezoning and development permit applications, bylaw amendments, and advocacy motions. The meeting includes a closed session for land matters.

• 801 Bank Street: Development Variance Permit Application No. 00271
• Review of Business Licensing Fee for Cannabis Retail Stores
• 1124 Vancouver St, 841 and 953 View St: Rezoning Application No. 00718 and Development Permit with Variances Application No. 00133
• Bylaw for Business Improvement Area Amendment Bylaw No. 22-023 (1st, 2nd, 3rd readings)
• 137/139 Robertson Street and 1848/1850 Hollywood Crescent: Rezoning Application No. 00723 and Development Permit with Variances Application No. 00181

Council directed staff to draft amendments increasing density for affordable housing projects and to set cannabis retail licensing fees at $3,500 in 2022 and $2,000 in 2023, but postponed the cannabis fee decision to February 10. Council also approved a development variance permit for 801 Bank Street, advanced a rezoning for 1124 Vancouver St and nearby properties to a public hearing, and endorsed several advocacy resolutions on renters' issues, basic income, and fare-free transit. The meeting closed to the public for legal and land matters.

• Approved development variance permit for 801 Bank Street (unanimous)
• Postponed cannabis retail licensing fee decision to Feb 10 (6-1)
• Directed staff to draft affordable housing density amendments (4-3)
• Advanced rezoning for 1124 Vancouver St, 841 and 953 View St to public hearing (unanimous)
• Endorsed vacancy control advocacy resolution (6-1)
• Endorsed resolutions on housing acquisition fund, legal aid, basic income, and fare-free transit (unanimous)
• Approved five bylaw officer appointments (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Business Improvement Area Amendment Bylaw (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider a rezoning and development permit application for a four-storey, seven-unit residential building at 931 McClure Street, and to hear public input on proposed neighbourhood boundary adjustments. The agenda also includes several requests to address council about bylaw enforcement and a street closure pilot project.

• Public hearing and consideration of Bylaw No. 22-009 (zoning amendment) and Bylaw No. 22-010 (housing agreement) for 931 McClure Street
• Proposed neighbourhood boundary changes: part of Jubilee to Oaklands, part of Fairfield to Downtown
• Request to consider pilot project to close the north end of the 1000 block of Redfern Street
• Multiple speakers on bylaw enforcement funding and police accompaniment

Council unanimously approved the rezoning of 931 McClure Street from R-K to R-103, allowing a four-storey, seven-unit residential building, and adopted the associated Housing Agreement. A Development Permit with Variances was also issued, permitting reduced setbacks, parking, and open space. Council also directed staff to prepare OCP amendments to adjust neighbourhood boundaries for the Shelbourne Street block and the downtown-Fairfield border.

• Approved rezoning at 931 McClure Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-010 (unanimous)
• Issued Development Permit with Variances for 931 McClure Street (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare OCP amendment for Shelbourne Street block as Oaklands (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare OCP amendment for DCAP boundary as downtown-Fairfield border (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including supplementary requests and grant funding, and to consider a rezoning and development permit application for 1124 Vancouver Street, 841 and 953 View Street. The committee will also review proposed changes to the Tenant Assistance Policy, a heritage alteration permit for 700 Government Street, and several council member motions on topics like safe crossings, basic income, and fare-free transit.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan with supplementary requests and grant recommendations
• Rezoning Application No. 00718 and Development Permit with Variances No. 00133 for 1124 Vancouver St, 841 and 953 View St
• Heritage Alteration Permit No. 00249 for removal of granite pedestal at 700 Government St
• Proposed $150,000 allocation for split-rail fencing from Building & Infrastructure Reserve
• Council motions on safe crossing at Douglas St and Kings Rd, and advocacy for fare-free transit

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to amend the Tenant Assistance Policy to increase the Right of First Refusal to 20% below market rates, apply the change to new rezoning applications, and consider previous rent rates in the Rental Incentives Project. The motion also directs the City to write to CRD municipalities encouraging similar policies. The motion carried 6-1, with Councillor Young opposed.

• Amended Tenant Assistance Policy to increase Right of First Refusal to 20% below market (6-1)
• Applied Tenant Assistance Policy change to new rezoning applications after Council approval (6-1)
• Directed staff to consider previous rent rates in Rental Incentives Project (6-1)
• Directed City to write to CRD municipalities sharing the policy (6-1)
• Approved final scope of Governance Review with recommendations by July 21, 2022 (6-1)
• Advanced rezoning at 1124 Vancouver St, 841/953 View St to public hearing (unanimous)
• Authorized Heritage Alteration Permit No. 00249 for 700 Government St (unanimous)
• Endorsed resolutions for vacancy control, acquisition fund, and legal aid for tenancy (unanimous or 6-1)

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and finalize the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including budget business cases, supplementary requests, and grant allocations. The agenda includes several reports and motions referred from previous meetings, such as funding for split-rail fencing, seasonally adjusted use at Clover Point, and public engagement for Clover Point Park planning. The meeting is a working session to review recommendations and make decisions on the upcoming budget.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan with supplementary requests and grant recommendations
• VicPD 2022 provisional budget with business cases for new positions (e.g., ACT officer, cybercrime officer)
• Proposed $150,000 allocation for split-rail fencing from Building & Infrastructure Reserve
• Request for funding for Greater Victoria Rent Bank and Housing Security Program
• Council member motions on Clover Point seasonally adjusted use and public engagement

The Special Committee of the Whole approved funding for six Victoria Police Department positions as part of the 2022 draft financial plan, using new assessed revenue and 2021 surplus. The approved items include a Cyber Crime Sergeant, Front Desk Clerk, Assertive Community Treatment Officer, Co-Responder Team, Records Specialist, and Business Intelligence Analyst. A motion for Bylaw Support – Police was initially ruled out of order but later approved with an amendment for a 0.19% property tax increase. The committee also approved $2,375 for the Victoria Civic Heritage Trust and referred remaining motions to the next meeting.

• Approved $110,123 for VicPD Cyber Crime Sergeant (5-1)
• Approved $97,219 for VicPD Front Desk Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved $170,493 for VicPD Assertive Community Treatment Officer (4-2)
• Approved $299,986 for VicPD Co-Responder Team (4-3)
• Approved $70,029 for VicPD Records Specialist (4-2)
• Approved $106,627 for VicPD Business Intelligence Analyst (4-2)
• Approved $276,000 for Bylaw Support – Police with 0.19% property tax increase (5-1)
• Approved $2,375 for Victoria Civic Heritage Trust (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including supplementary requests, grants, and VicPD's provisional budget. They will also consider a proposed Placemaking Toolkit, two proclamations, and several council member motions, including one to dedicate the ground floor of 926-930 Pandora as an arts hub and daycare, and another advocating for complex-care housing in Greater Victoria.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan with supplementary requests and grant recommendations
• VicPD 2022 provisional budget with business cases for new positions
• Council Member Motion: Arts Hub and Daycare at 926-930 Pandora
• Council Member Motion: Advocating for Adequate Complex-Care Housing in Greater Victoria
• Proclamations for Black History Month and Year of the Garden

The Committee of the Whole approved several 2022 budget allocations funded through 2021 surplus, including $90,000 for a Building Deconstruction Plan (8-1), $45,000 for Victoria Reconciliation Dialogue sessions, $110,000 for a Housing Security and Rent Bank Program (8-1), $104,280 for an Internship Program (6-3), and $80,000 for an Oaklands Community Centre Facility Programming Study. They also endorsed a resolution urging the Province to authorize complex-care housing for addictions and mental health in Greater Victoria, and approved the Placemaking Toolkit. A motion to postpone the arts hub and daycare at 926-930 Pandora until draft design is received was carried (7-2).

• Approved $90,000 for Building Deconstruction Plan (8-1)
• Approved $45,000 for Victoria Reconciliation Dialogue – 3 Sessions (unanimous)
• Approved $110,000 for Greater Victoria Housing Security and Rent Bank Program (8-1)
• Approved up to $104,280 for Internship Program (6-3)
• Approved $80,000 for Oaklands Community Centre Facility Programming Study (unanimous)
• Approved $116,040 for Operating Grants for NPNA and DRA, with reports due for 2023 budget (unanimous)
• Endorsed resolution urging Province to authorize complex-care housing for addictions and mental health (unanimous)
• Approved Placemaking Toolkit, 2021 (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, receive proclamations, and consider reports from the Committee of the Whole. Key items include recommendations on liquor licence applications, a motion on complex-care housing, and first three readings of two bylaw amendments. The meeting also includes a closed session for legal advice.

• Liquor primary licence application for The Vicious Poodle at 726 Johnson Street
• Liquor licence application for Victoria Regent Hotel at 1234 Wharf Street
• Extended hours application for J R Slims at 1245 Wharf Street
• Patron participation entertainment endorsement and extended hours for Toptable Victoria at 1515 Douglas Street
• First, second, and third readings of Officers Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 22-016 and Land Use Procedures Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 22-014

Council unanimously endorsed a resolution urging the Province to authorize Vancouver Island Health Authority's complex-care housing proposal for addictions and mental health, and to work with partners to ensure adequate supply. It also approved several liquor licence recommendations, including support for The Vicious Poodle, Victoria Regent Hotel, J R Slims, and Toptable Victoria, and gave readings to two bylaw amendments. The meeting closed to the public for legal advice.

• Endorsed resolution advocating for complex-care housing in Greater Victoria (unanimous)
• Supported liquor primary licence for The Vicious Poodle at 726 Johnson St (unanimous)
• Supported liquor primary licence for Victoria Regent Hotel at 1234 Wharf St (unanimous)
• Supported extended hours for J R Slims at 1245 Wharf St (unanimous)
• Supported patron participation endorsement and extended hours for Toptable Victoria at 1515 Douglas St (unanimous)
• Gave three readings to Officers Bylaw Amendment No. 22-016 (unanimous)
• Gave three readings to Land Use Procedures Bylaw Amendment No. 22-014 (unanimous)
• Closed meeting to public for legal advice under Section 90(1)(i) (unanimous)

Special Committee of the Whole

This special Committee of the Whole meeting focuses on the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including remaining recommendations, supplementary requests, grant allocations, and public engagement results. Council will also hear a presentation from the Vancouver Island Health Authority on its co-responder team. The meeting is a working session to discuss and refine the budget before final adoption.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan with remaining recommendations and appendices on supplementary requests and grants
• Direct-award grants and other grants listed in appendices
• Greater Victoria Rent Bank and Housing Security Program funding request
• VicPD 2022 Board Approved Provisional Budget report
• Council member budget motions including downtown public realm animation and Oaklands Community Center programming study

The Committee of the Whole approved several 2022 budget allocations, including a $141,000 one-year pilot for fare-free transit for LIFE pass holders aged 65 and older, funded from the 2021 surplus. They also approved funding for school crossing guards, safety grants, and other initiatives. A $1.142 million broader fare-free transit proposal was defeated.

• Approved $141,000 for fare-free transit pilot for low-income seniors 65+ (8-1)
• Defeated $1,142,000 fare-free transit for all LIFE pass holders (3-6)
• Approved $12,000 for school crossing guards plus $62,000 in 2023 plan (unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 for Safety Initiative Reimbursement Program (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 grant to Ending Violence BC (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 each for Our Place extended hours and storage (8-1)
• Approved $15,000 for Seniors' Action Plan barrier-free design (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 for Child Care Action Plan implementation (unanimous)

Canada Day Subcommittee

The Canada Day Subcommittee is meeting to discuss planning for Canada Day 2022. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, reading of minutes, unfinished business, and a new business item on Canada Day 2022 planning, with a draft terms of reference attached. This appears to be a routine planning meeting.

• Canada Day 2022 planning discussion
• Draft terms of reference for the subcommittee

The Canada Day Subcommittee met to discuss early planning for the 2022 Canada Day events. No formal decisions were made; the committee received a verbal presentation and discussed logistics, including holding festivities at Ships Point, scheduling from noon to fireworks, and emphasizing multiculturalism and Indigenous artists. The subcommittee will meet again if needed, and the Mayor will reach out to local First Nations.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Rules of order suspended at 4:08 p.m. unanimously
• Meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m. unanimously

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and finalize the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including remaining recommendations, supplementary requests, grant allocations, and council motion report-backs. The agenda includes reports from October, November, and December 2021, as well as a public engagement summary. This is a working session to shape the city's budget before final approval.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan - Remaining Recommendations
• Direct-award grants and other grants (Appendices B and C)
• VicPD 2022 Board Approved Provisional Budget
• Council Member Budget Motions: Oaklands Community Center facility programming study, new assessed revenue, downtown public realm partnership
• Greater Victoria Rent Bank and Housing Security Program funding request

The Special Committee of the Whole approved several 2022 budget items, including $1.07 million for Bylaw Support funded through a property tax increase and 2021 surplus, $1.133 million for Sheltering Supports, and $118,000 for a Vision Zero Planner. Other allocations included $27,000 for Get Growing Victoria, $125,000 for a Training Professional, $90,000 for a Housing Strategy Planning Assistant, $80,000 for a Youth Project Coordinator, and $95,000 for a Committee Administrator. The Bylaw Support item was postponed from January 14 to January 17, 2022, before being approved.

• Approved $1.07M for Bylaw Support, funded by $317,500 new assessed revenue, $317,500 property tax increase, and $435,000 from 2021 surplus (7-2)
• Approved $1.133M for Sheltering Supports, funded by 2021 surplus (unanimous)
• Approved $118,000 for Vision Zero Planner Position, funded by new assessed revenue (unanimous)
• Approved $27,000 for Get Growing Victoria Grant Program, funded by new assessed revenue (6-3)
• Approved $125,000 for Training Professional Position, funded by 2021 surplus for 2022-2023, then WorkSafeBC savings (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 for Victoria Housing Strategy Planning Assistant, funded by permit fees (8-1)
• Approved $80,000 for Youth Project Coordinator, funded by 2021 surplus, with consideration for permanency in 2023 budget (8-1)
• Approved $95,000 for Committee Administrator Position, funded by 2021 surplus (unanimous)

Council

Victoria City Council is holding public hearings and considering approval for two rezoning applications: one to add two units to an existing duplex at 580-582 Niagara Street, and another for a 16-storey mixed-use building with rental housing at 975-983 Pandora Avenue. The council will vote on third reading and adoption of related zoning and housing agreement bylaws, plus a development permit with variances for the Pandora project.

• 580-582 Niagara Street: rezoning to allow four residential units total in existing duplex
• 975-983 Pandora Avenue: 16-storey mixed-use building with ground-floor commercial and purpose-built rental housing
• Bylaw No. 21-028 (Zoning) and No. 21-029 (Housing Agreement) for Niagara Street
• Bylaw No. 21-102 (Zoning) and No. 21-103 (Housing Agreement) for Pandora Avenue
• Public hearings conducted electronically; phone participation available

Council unanimously approved rezoning and a development permit for a 16-storey mixed-use building at 975 and 983 Pandora Avenue, including a height variance from 45m to 47.68m. Council also unanimously approved rezoning at 580-582 Niagara Street to allow a four-unit dwelling with rental units secured for 20 years. Both public hearings had no call-in speakers.

• Approved rezoning at 975 and 983 Pandora Avenue (Bylaw 21-102) unanimously
• Adopted Housing Agreement (1468 Vancouver) Bylaw 21-103 unanimously
• Authorized Development Permit with Variances for 975/983 Pandora (height variance to 47.68m) unanimously
• Approved rezoning at 580-582 Niagara Street (Bylaw 21-028) unanimously
• Adopted Housing Agreement (580-582 Niagara Street) Bylaw 21-029 unanimously

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several items, including a development variance permit for 801 Bank Street, a review of business licensing fees for cannabis retail stores, and regulatory changes to speed up affordable housing delivery. They will also consider a motion to advocate to the province about rental increases reflecting local taxes and charges, and several administrative items.

• Development variance permit for 801 Bank Street to increase building height for two accessory buildings
• Review of business licensing fees for cannabis retail stores
• Rapid deployment of affordable housing through regulatory and policy amendments
• Motion to advocate to province that allowable rental increases reflect local government taxes and charges
• Appointment of Animal Control Officer

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to draft bylaws establishing a $3,500 cannabis retail licensing fee in 2022 and $2,000 in 2023, and to regulate ground-floor display windows for visibility. It also directed staff to prepare zoning amendments to increase density for affordable housing projects, including a 60-year lease requirement for public housing bodies. A motion to advocate for rental increases reflecting taxes was defeated.

• Approved directing staff to draft cannabis retail licensing fee of $3,500 in 2022 and $2,000 in 2023 (8-1)
• Approved directing staff to regulate cannabis store window visibility (8-1)
• Approved directing staff to prepare zoning amendments for affordable housing density (6-3)
• Approved adding 60-year lease requirement to affordable housing definition (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to advocate for rental increases reflecting taxes (1-7)
• Approved development variance permit for 801 Bank Street (unanimous)
• Appointed Somer Adrian as Animal Control Officer (unanimous)
• Approved Lunar New Year celebration encouragement motion (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several items, including rezoning and development permits for two residential projects, a temporary borrowing bylaw, and appointments. The council will also vote on a motion to close part of the meeting to the public for discussions on personnel and legal matters.

• Rezoning and development permit for 931 McClure Street: four-storey, seven-unit residential building with at-grade parking
• Rezoning and development permit for 1124 Vancouver Street: six-storey purpose-built market rental building
• Adoption of Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 22-005
• Appointment of Animal Control Officer (pending COTW approval)
• Motion to close meeting for personal information, labour relations, and legal advice

Council gave first and second readings to rezoning bylaws for 931 McClure Street and 1124 Vancouver Street, and first, second, and third readings to housing agreement bylaws for both properties. It also authorized development permits with variances for both sites, subject to public hearings. Additionally, Council appointed Somer Adrian as Animal Control Officer and adopted a temporary borrowing bylaw.

• Appointed Somer Adrian as Animal Control Officer (unanimous)
• Adopted Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 22-005 (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 22-009 for 931 McClure St (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-010 for 931 McClure St (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit with Variances No. 00127 for 931 McClure St (unanimous)
• Gave first and second readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 22-001 for 1124 Vancouver St (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 22-002 for 1124 Vancouver St (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Permit with Variances No. 00133 for 1124 Vancouver St (unanimous)

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and finalize the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan, including remaining recommendations, supplementary requests, and grant allocations. The agenda includes reports from staff, the Victoria Police Department, and council member budget motions, as well as public engagement feedback. The committee will also consider a funding request for the Greater Victoria Rent Bank and Housing Security Program.

• 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan - remaining recommendations
• VicPD 2022 provisional budget report
• Council member budget motions: End Violence BC Prevention Training Program, Per Capita Neighbourhood Grant, Safety Initiative Reimbursement Program, Victoria Reconciliation Dialogues
• Greater Victoria Rent Bank and Housing Security Program funding request
• Public engagement summary for 2022 draft budget

The Special Committee of the Whole approved several budget items for the 2022 Draft Financial Plan, including $250,000 for housing strategy consulting, $248,200 for a planner position, and $210,000 for urban forest positions. Also approved were funds for reconciliation and anti-racism training, food forests, patio bylaw development, Vision Zero, arts district planning, newcomer sports consulting, zero waste positions, and a transportation electrical designer position. A motion to allocate $150,000 for split-rail fencing on Dallas Road was referred to the January 24 budget meeting.

• Approved $250,000 for Victoria Housing Strategy Implementation, Consulting & Engagement (8-1)
• Approved $248,200 for Planner Position and $210,000 for Urban Forest Positions (8-1)
• Approved $16,000 for Reconciliation Training (unanimous)
• Approved $32,000 for Anti-Racism Training (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 for Food Forest & Allotment Gardens (unanimous)
• Referred $150,000 for Dallas Road split-rail fencing to Jan 24 budget meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 for Patio Bylaw Development (6-3)
• Approved $107,000 for Transportation Electrical Designer Position (unanimous)

Canada Day Subcommittee

The Canada Day Subcommittee is meeting to discuss planning for Canada Day 2022 and review a draft of its terms of reference. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, reading of minutes, unfinished business, and the new business item on Canada Day 2022 planning. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself; it is primarily a discussion and planning session.

• Discussion of Canada Day 2022 planning
• Review of draft Canada Day Subcommittee Terms of Reference

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider four liquor licence applications, including extended hours for J R Slims, new licences for The Vicious Poodle and Victoria Regent Hotel, and an endorsement for Toptable Victoria. The committee will also discuss a council member motion regarding the North and South Jubilee neighbourhoods. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• J R Slims at 1245 Wharf Street: extended hours to 2am daily, 178-person occupancy
• The Vicious Poodle at 726 Johnson Street: new liquor primary licence, 9am-2am, 140-person occupancy
• Toptable Victoria at 1515 Douglas Street: patron participation entertainment endorsement and extended hours to 2am
• Victoria Regent Hotel at 1234 Wharf Street: new liquor primary licence for 24-hour in-room minibar service
• Council member motion on North and South Jubilee neighbourhood CALUC merger

The Committee of the Whole unanimously supported a new liquor primary licence for The Vicious Poodle at 726 Johnson Street, with hours from 9am to 2am daily and a 17-person patio. It also supported a liquor primary licence for in-room minibar service at the Victoria Regent Hotel. For J R Slims, it referred the application back to staff to negotiate reduced hours, and for Toptable Victoria, it supported a patron participation endorsement with reduced hours. The committee also decided not to hold a public hearing on merging North and South Jubilee neighbourhood CALUC functions.

• Supported liquor primary licence for The Vicious Poodle (unanimous)
• Supported liquor primary licence for Victoria Regent Hotel minibar (unanimous)
• Referred J R Slims application to staff for reduced hours (8-1)
• Supported Toptable Victoria endorsement with reduced hours (8-1)
• No public hearing on Jubilee CALUC merger (unanimous)
• Postponed December 9 minutes for corrections (unanimous)

Council (to follow COTW)

Victoria City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including a housing agreement for a 97-unit building at 330-336 Michigan Street, fee changes for parks and recreation, and a temporary borrowing bylaw. Council will also hear a short-term rental licence appeal for 891 Fullerton Avenue and a motion to support Quebec's Bill 21 legal challenge. The meeting includes a closed session for legal, personnel, and law enforcement matters.

• Housing Agreement Bylaw for 330-336 Michigan Street (Michigan Square) – 97 units with affordability requirements
• Parks and Recreation Fees Amendment Bylaw (No. 12) No. 22-006 – revises facility fees
• Temporary Borrowing Bylaw 2022 No. 22-005 – allows borrowing for lawful expenditures
• Streets and Traffic Bylaw Amendment (No. 11) No. 21-111 – broadens Director of Engineering authority
• Short-term rental licence appeal for 891 Fullerton Avenue

Council approved a motion to support the legal challenge against Quebec's Bill 21, authorizing $9,500 from the 2022 Contingency for joint legal challenges by NCCM, WSO, and CCLA. The funding amount was amended from an initial $50,000 to $9,500 based on a 10 cents per capita contribution. The motion passed with a 6-3 vote on the funding clause, while the overall support and distribution of the resolution were carried unanimously.

• Approved $9,500 funding for Bill 21 legal challenge (6-3)
• Supported legal challenge against Quebec's Bill 21 (unanimous)
• Directed sending resolution to UBCM, FCM, AVICC, CRD, and BC MPs/MLAs (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from Nov 4, Dec 2, Dec 9, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved no non-statutory public hearing for Jubilee neighbourhoods (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Parks and Recreation Fees Amendment Bylaw No. 22-006 (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, third readings to Temporary Borrowing Bylaw No. 22-005 (unanimous)
• Adopted Streets and Traffic Bylaw Amendment No. 21-111 (unanimous)