Sidney public meetings in 2021
63 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several items, including a development variance permit for live/work units, a reserve fund bylaw, and reports on short-term rental enforcement and the 2022 Street Market. The agenda also includes presentations, committee reports, and correspondence for information.
- Development Variance Permit Application No. 100313 (Units 1 & 2 - 2227 James White Boulevard) to allow live/work use
- Bylaw No. 2219 - Reserve Fund Establishment, Amend. No. 2 (create new fund and split a fund into 2 reserves)
- Short Term Rental Enforcement Effectiveness - staff recommends continuing 'soft' proactive approach for 12 months
- 2022 Sidney Street Market - staff recommends extending MOU with Westcoast Impressions to organize in alternate location
- Committee recommendations on Development Permit DP100826 (9675 Eighth Street) and Zoning Amendment RZ100103 (10228 Almond Street)
Emergency Planning Committee
The Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to review old business items including the UNDRR application, emergency drinking water, HRVA refresh, cooling centers debrief and heat response invoicing, evacuation route planning, wildfire invoicing, and a senior care facility update. New business includes a vaccine clinic and winter storm preparedness and business continuity. The meeting is routine with no major decisions expected.
- UNDRR application update
- Emergency drinking water discussion
- Cooling centers debrief and heat response invoicing
- Evacuation route planning
- Wildfire invoicing
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to move into a closed (in-camera) session to discuss confidential negotiations between the municipality and provincial or federal governments. The agenda contains no other business items, so the public portion is limited to approving the agenda and adjourning.
- Motion to go in-camera under Community Charter s. 90.2(b) for confidential intergovernmental negotiations
- Meeting held immediately following the Regular Committee of the Whole Meeting
- Public participation available in-person or via Zoom with advance registration
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear presentations on the Peninsula Local Area Transit Plan and the Sidney Museum's annual report and business plan, and will consider staff reports on the OCP Review and Update Project and parking issues. Recommendations include amending the museum agreement to transfer ownership of the collection and allocating 23 of 34 parking stalls in Lot F for paid long-term parking.
- OCP Review and Update Project: Phases 3 and 4 Approach Report
- Allocate 23 of 34 parking stalls in Lot F for paid long-term parking
- Amend museum agreement to transfer ownership of collection, archival holdings, furnishings, and equipment to Sidney Museum and Archives Society
- Peninsula Local Area Transit Plan presentation by BC Transit
- Sidney Museum Annual Report and 2022 Business Plan presentation
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting bylaws that would raise monthly parking pass fees from $40 to $50 and waive 2022 business licence fees. They will also consider a development variance permit to allow live/work units at 2227 James White Boulevard, approve a lease for the Lions Food Bank, and award a janitorial services contract.
- Bylaw 2220: Increase monthly parking pass fee at Town Lots from $40 to $50
- Bylaw 2221: Waive business licence fees for 2022
- Development Variance Permit DV100313 for live/work units at 2227 James White Boulevard
- Lease approval for Lions Food Bank at Iroquois Park (5-year term, 2022-2026)
- Award Janitorial Services Contract 2021-019 to Guardian Angel Cleaning Ltd.
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several items, including bylaw amendments for fees and business licences, a report on pickleball courts in residential areas, and correspondence about film commission funding. They will also receive committee minutes and consider a request for a 5-year renewal of the Sidney BIA bylaw.
- Bylaw No. 2220 - Miscellaneous Fees & Charges, Amendment 20
- Bylaw No. 2221 - Business Licence, Amendment No. 2
- Report on Pickleball Courts in Residential Areas
- Request for Funding Increase - Film & Media Commission ($5,000)
- Sidney BIA Bylaw Renewal request (5-year)
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission recommended that Council consider approving Development Permit Application No. DP100825, which would allow two single-family small-lot dwellings at 2313 Orchard Avenue, each on a new lot created by subdividing the property. The recommendation carried with one member, B. van der Meer, opposed, and included conditions requiring a flood hazard covenant on title and a landscaping deposit of 115% of estimated cost before a building permit is issued. The commission also adopted its October 5, 2021 minutes as amended and heard from Council Liaison Chad Rintoul that Council had no APC recommendations to respond to from its November 8 meeting.
- Recommended Council consider approving Development Permit DP100825 for two small-lot single-family dwellings at 2313 Orchard Avenue (carried; opposed: B. van der Meer)
- Recommended conditions: register a flood hazard covenant on title and pay a landscaping deposit of 115% of estimated cost before building permit issuance (carried; opposed: B. van der Meer)
- Adopted the October 5, 2021 minutes as amended, adding a bullet encouraging bike parking facilities in the downtown core (carried)
- Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 3:08 pm (carried)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider two development applications: a variance to allow ground-floor live/work units at 2227 James White Boulevard, and a zoning amendment to permit a detached secondary dwelling at 10228 Almond Street. Both items include public participation opportunities. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and a public participation period.
- Development Variance Permit DV100313 for live/work units at 2227 James White Boulevard
- Zoning Amendment RZ100103 to allow detached secondary dwelling at 10228 Almond Street
- Public participation periods for both development applications (10 minutes each)
- Approval of minutes from November 1, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting
Regular Council Meeting
Sidney Council is deciding on several items, including amendments to sidewalk and roadside café regulations, and will receive reports on Beacon Wharf survey results, a climate action plan survey approach, and policy amendments. Council will also hear a public petition and presentation about the Beacon Wharf fish market, and consider forwarding two development permit applications for review.
- Bylaw No. 2198 & 2203: Sidewalk & Roadside Café Regulations Amendments
- Beacon Wharf petition and presentation by Nicole Bengtsson (Save Our Sidney Fish Market)
- Development Permit DP100825 (2313 Orchard Avenue) and DP100826 (9675 Eighth Street) for two small lot single-family dwellings each
- Climate Action Plan Initial Survey Approach report
- Consent for CRD Bylaw No. 4468 (Climate Action & Adaptation Service Establishment)
Economic Advisory Committee
The Economic Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes of its July 8 and August 26, 2021 meetings. It appointed D. Calveley to the working group reviewing submissions to the Economic Development Strategy RFP, with S. Toogood as alternate. The rest of the meeting was roundtable updates from members and staff; no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved the agenda as distributed (carried)
- Approved the July 8, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)
- Approved the August 26, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)
- Received the SIPP Municipal Partners Meeting report for information (carried)
- Appointed D. Calveley to the Economic Development Strategy RFP Review Working Group (carried)
- Appointed S. Toogood as alternate to the Economic Development Strategy RFP Review Working Group (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 11:15 a.m.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on the Downtown Streetscape and Urban Design Standards, and will consider two development permit applications for small lot single-family dwellings at 2313 Orchard Avenue and 9675 Eighth Street. Public participation is scheduled for each item. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and the agenda itself.
- Presentation on Downtown Streetscape and Urban Design Standards by planning and engineering staff
- Development Permit DP100825 for two small lot single-family dwellings at 2313 Orchard Avenue
- Development Permit DP100826 for two small lot single-family dwellings at 9675 Eighth Street
- Public participation periods (10 minutes each) for both development applications
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney's Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to review old business items including an UNDRR application, emergency drinking water plans, an HRVA refresh, cooling center debriefs and heat response invoicing, evacuation route planning, wildfire invoicing, and a senior care facility update. New business includes reviewing executive meeting minutes and tasks/goals. The meeting is largely a status update and discussion session rather than a decision-making meeting.
- UNDRR application status
- Emergency drinking water planning
- HRVA (Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment) refresh
- Cooling centers debrief and heat response invoicing
- Evacuation route planning and wildfire invoicing
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to decide on several bylaws, including rescinding Bylaw 2197 that allowed outdoor seating in required parking spaces, adopting a new Council Procedure Bylaw, and exempting a public parking lot from taxation. Council will also hear a petition about the Beacon Wharf fish market and receive reports on business licence fees and the third-quarter budget.
- Rescind Bylaw 2197, allowing outdoor seating in up to 50% of required parking spaces for restaurants
- Adopt Bylaw 2208, updating Council procedure for electronic meetings and public participation
- Adopt Bylaw 2218, exempting the public parking lot on Third Street from taxation
- Petition and presentation by Nicole Bengtsson to save the Sidney Fish Market at Beacon Wharf
- 2022 Business Licence Fees report and 3rd Quarter 2021 Budget Variance report
Special Council
The Town of Sidney Special Council meeting on October 18, 2021, will consider Bylaw No. 2208, the Council Procedure Bylaw, which would update rules for council meetings. The bylaw would allow regular electronic meetings, add public participation to Committee of the Whole meetings, and increase public participation at Council meetings. Council is recommended to give the bylaw first, second, and third readings.
- Bylaw No. 2208 - Council Procedure: to allow regular electronic meetings, include public participation at Committee of the Whole meetings, increase public participation at Council meetings, and housekeeping items
- Electronic meetings: members may participate remotely if at least 4 members are in-person and the Corporate Officer is notified in advance
- Public participation period: 20 minutes total, 4 minutes per speaker at regular Council meetings
- Public hearings may be conducted electronically, with written submissions not read aloud
- Agenda items must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to move into a closed (in-camera) session to discuss confidential matters related to municipal objectives and priorities, as permitted under section 90.1(l) of the Community Charter. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering call to order, territorial acknowledgement, agenda approval, and adjournment.
- Motion to go in-camera under Community Charter s. 90.1(l) for confidential municipal objectives and priorities
- Meeting held at Mary Winspear Centre, broadcast live and recorded
- Public attendance limited to five pre-registered members in Council Chambers; electronic participation via Zoom available
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to decide on several items, including giving readings to a bylaw that would exempt a public parking lot from property taxes, and approving a development variance permit for a restaurant patio roof. They will also receive reports on a climate action plan and potential changes to another parking lot.
- Bylaw No. 2218: Permissive Tax Exemption for public parking lot at 9837 Third Street, exempting it from taxation for 2022-2031.
- Development Variance Permit DV100294 and Development Permit DP100816 for 9805 Seaport Place to reduce interior side yard setback to 0m for a restaurant patio roof.
- Recommendation to deny Development Variance Permit DV100310 for 2313 Orchard Avenue to relax lot coverage and setbacks for two small lot single family dwellings.
- Staff reports on proposed approach to Climate Action Plan and establishment of a Climate Action Reserve Fund.
- Staff report on potential changes to Parking Lot F (Third & Bevan).
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on the Green Shores program, a nature-based approach to shoreline resilience, and will consider a development permit and variance application for two small-lot single-family dwellings at 2313 Orchard Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a report on CRD board highlights regarding performing arts facilities and arts funding.
- Presentation on Green Shores program by Stewardship Centre for BC
- Development Permit DP100825 and Variance Permit DV100310 for 2313 Orchard Avenue to relax lot coverage, side yard setback, and accessory building width for two single-family dwellings
- CRD Board highlights: Performing Arts Facilities Service Bylaw No. 4445 and Service Plan, and partnerships for 100% participation in CRD Arts Function
Special Council
The Town of Sidney Council is considering amendments to its Council Procedure Bylaw that would allow regular Council, Committee of the Whole, and standing/select committee meetings to be conducted electronically, with specific rules for member participation, public participation, and voting. The proposed changes follow earlier Council direction and are intended to replace the expired Ministerial Order M192. Staff recommend proceeding with public notice for first three readings of the amended bylaw at a Special Council Meeting on October 18, with adoption considered on October 25.
- Proposed bylaw amendments allow electronic participation for Council and Committee meetings, with at least 4 members in person and the Chair in person.
- Public may participate electronically in meetings and public hearings if registered in advance.
- Staff recommend upgrading audio equipment in the Arbutus Room at an estimated cost of $1,000-$5,000.
- Voting rule change: members attending by audio only vote by voice; failure to indicate a vote is deemed affirmative.
- Meeting agenda includes only this staff report and a motion to go in-camera; no other substantive items.
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council will consider a petition from Orchard Avenue residents opposing a proposed sidewalk, along with a staff report on the matter. The meeting also includes contract awards, development permits, and correspondence on various community issues.
- Petition against sidewalk on Orchard Avenue between 2nd and 5th streets
- Contract award for 2021 Tulista Boat Launch float
- Development variance and permit for 9805 Seaport Place (10 Acres Restaurant) to add roof over patio
- 2022 Sidney Street Market season letter referred to staff
- Monthly Building Permit Report for August 2021
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission recommended that Council consider approving a development permit to construct a roof over a restaurant patio at 9805 Seaport Place, conditional on Council first authorizing a development variance permit to reduce the interior side yard setback from 3.4m to 0.0m. The Commission also recommended notifying owners and tenants within 75 metres of the property about the variance application. The Commission began reviewing the OCP Review/Update Project Key Directions Report but deferred remaining items to the next meeting due to time constraints.
- Recommended Council consider approving Development Permit DP100816 for a patio roof at 9805 Seaport Place, conditional on Council authorizing the development variance permit and the exterior design remaining unaltered from plans dated July 7, 2021 (CARRIED)
- Recommended notifying owners and tenants within 75 metres (246 feet) of 9805 Seaport Place about Development Variance Permit DV100294 and forwarding written correspondence to Council (CARRIED)
- Lifted from the table Development Permit DP100816 and Development Variance Application DV100294 for 9805 Seaport Place (CARRIED)
- Agreed to change the meeting start time to 2:00 p.m. going forward
- Agreed to continue review of the OCP Review/Update Project Key Directions Report at the next scheduled meeting (CARRIED)
- Adopted the agenda as circulated (CARRIED)
- Adopted the minutes of September 7, 2021 as circulated (CARRIED)
- Meeting adjourned at 5:19 p.m. (CARRIED)
Regular Council Meeting
Sidney Council is meeting to decide on several development variance permits, a liquor license for Small Gods Brewing Co., and to receive committee recommendations on the Official Community Plan (OCP) review, including proposed height increases and new housing types. The meeting also includes public participation on a petition about boulevard maintenance at Harbour Landing and proposed sidewalk changes on Bevan Avenue.
- Development Variance Permit for 2071 Malaview Avenue (modular storage building in side yard setback)
- Development Variance Permit for 2356 & 2364 Orchard Avenue (4 single-family small lot dwellings)
- Development Variance Permit for 9684 Sixth Street (carport in front yard)
- Liquor License Application and Development Variance Permit for Small Gods Brewing Co., 9835 Third Street (manufacturer's licence with lounge, parking reduction)
- OCP Review: Key Directions Report recommendations (height allowances, ground-floor residential, garden suites, cycling network)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a staff report summarizing Phase 2 of the Official Community Plan (OCP) Review and Update Project, including the Key Directions Report. The report proposes policy approaches for the draft OCP, such as limiting downtown building heights to 3-4 storeys and allowing ground-floor residential units in limited areas. Council will review and comment on these directions before the draft OCP is prepared for public review by the end of 2021.
- Proposed downtown height limits: 3 storeys along Beacon Avenue east of Fifth Street, 4 storeys elsewhere, with possible 5th storey for public amenities
- Proposal to allow ground-floor residential units (e.g., townhomes) in downtown periphery areas
- Phase 2 engagement included 200 attendees at launch open house, 735 survey responses, and 162 completed workbooks
- Project timeline: Phase 3 draft plan (June-December 2021), Phase 4 finalize (January-March 2022)
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission approved a development permit for a 4-storey, 36-unit multi-family residential building at 9566, 9570, and 9574 Fifth Street. The approval is subject to conditions including revised plans for decks and bicycle parking, a landscaping deposit, and the registration of flood hazard and age-restriction covenants on the property title.
- Approved Development Permit DP100820 for 36-unit residential project (4-2)
- Adopted agenda and August 3, 2021 meeting minutes
Economic Advisory Committee
The Economic Advisory Committee voted 5:3 to accept the draft Request for Proposal for the Town's Economic Development Strategy, with consideration to feedback given. A motion to reject the RFP and reassess the distribution of funds was defeated 2:5. The committee also voted to add a letter from the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance to its September 9, 2021 agenda. The rest of the meeting was roundtable updates on local business conditions and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved draft RFP for Economic Development Strategy with feedback considered (5-3)
- Motion to reject the RFP and reassess fund distribution defeated (2-5)
- Added VIEA letter to September 9, 2021 agenda (carried)
- Approved agenda as distributed (carried)
- Adjourned at 11:55 a.m.
Special Council
The Town of Sidney Special Council meeting on August 23, 2021 will consider a revised Development Variance Permit application from Small Gods Brewing Co. to reduce the payment-in-lieu of parking fee from $20,000 to $10,000 per space for four underground parking spaces at 9837 Third Street. The applicant also requests paying the fees over 12 months. Council previously defeated motions to notify nearby property owners about the variance, and staff now recommend notifying owners within 75 metres.
- Development Variance Permit DV100308 for 9837 Third Street (Small Gods Brewing Co.) to reduce payment-in-lieu of parking from $20,000 to $10,000 per space for four spaces
- Applicant requests payment of fees in four quarterly installments over 12 months
- Staff recommend notifying owners/tenants within 75 metres of 9837 Third Street about the variance
- If variance approved, Town would enter an agreement with applicant to allow 12-month payment plan
- Previous motions to notify within 100 metres were defeated on July 19, 2021
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney's Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing emergency management items, including the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the Mary Winspear Centre, emergency drinking water, the HRVA refresh, and a debrief on cooling centers. They will also receive an update on the wildfire situation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or proposals listed.
- Update on Mary Winspear Centre COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
- Emergency drinking water planning
- HRVA (Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment) refresh
- Cooling centers debrief
- Update on wildfire situation
Regular Council Meeting
Sidney Council is meeting to consider several development permits and variance applications, including a 4-storey, 36-unit multi-family residential development at 9566, 9570 & 9574 Fifth Street and a liquor licence lounge area endorsement for Small Gods Brewing Co. Ltd. at 9835 Third Street. Council will also receive quarterly RCMP policing reports, adopt minutes, and consider staff reports on an economic development strategy RFP, a water lot lease amendment, and a fire dispatch contract amendment with the City of Surrey.
- Development Permit DP100820: 4-storey, 36-unit multi-family residential development at 9566, 9570 & 9574 Fifth Street
- Liquor License Lounge Area Endorsement & Development Variance Permit DV100308 for Small Gods Brewing Co. Ltd. at 9835 Third Street (7 submissions received)
- Development Variance Permit DV100300 & Development Permit DP100821 for modular storage building at 2071 Malaview Avenue
- Development Variance Permit DV100303 for heat pump condenser at 2225 Malaview Avenue
- Development Variance Permit DV100302 for detached carport at 9684 Sixth Street
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two staff reports: a budget variance report for the first half of 2021 and proposed amendments to the Council Procedure Bylaw. The budget report covers revenues and expenses, including a $571,588 federal gas tax payment and higher-than-expected building permit revenues. The bylaw amendments are proposed but no details are provided in the agenda.
- Budget Variance Report for first half of 2021
- Proposed amendments to Council Procedure Bylaw
- Federal gas tax payment of $571,588 received in one payment
- Building permit revenues $163,000 over budget
- Transfers to reserves: $1,192,800 infrastructure, $385,000 vehicle/equipment, $175,400 ferry terminal
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission tabled a development permit and variance for a restaurant patio roof at 9805 Seaport Place because two members recused themselves over proximity conflicts, leaving no quorum. The commission recommended that Council consider Development Permit DP100823 for four small-lot single-family dwellings at 2356 and 2364 Orchard Avenue, subject to a development variance permit and four conditions. It also approved notifying owners and tenants within 75m of those properties about the variance application. No final approval was granted; the matters go to Council.
- Tabled Development Permit DP100786 and Development Variance DV100294 for 9805 Seaport Place to a future meeting (no quorum after two recusals)
- Approved notifying owners and tenants within 75m of 2356 and 2364 Orchard Avenue about Development Variance Permit DV100301 (4-2, opposed L. Baryluk and B. van der Meer)
- Recommended DP100823 for four small-lot single-family dwellings at 2356 and 2364 Orchard Avenue be brought before Council if the variance permit is authorized (5-1, opposed B. van der Meer)
- Approved conditions for DP100823: address Design Guideline 19.3.46, install tree protection fencing around tree #116, register a private easement over Lot A for Lot B driveway access, and pay a landscaping deposit of 115% of estimated cost (unanimous)
- Adopted the July 6, 2021 minutes as circulated (carried)
- Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney's Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss updates on senior care facilities, a UBCM grant application for evacuation route planning, the Mary Winspear Centre COVID-19 vaccination clinic, and the town's reopening plan. New business includes a refresh of the Hazard, Risk, and Vulnerability Assessment (HRVA) and the establishment of cooling centers. The committee will also review minutes from the June 16th meeting and address old business items.
- UBCM Grant Application for Evacuation Route Planning
- Mary Winspear Centre COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic update
- Sidewalk Café/Off-Street Parking Outdoor Seating Permit Applications update
- HRVA Refresh
- Cooling Centers discussion
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including adopting the 2020 Annual Report, amending the off-street parking bylaw, and deciding on several development variance and permit applications. The agenda also includes reports on the Beacon Wharf replacement options, a paving contract tender, and a license for the waterline at Fifth & Ocean. Public participation is limited to written or electronic submissions due to COVID-19.
- Adoption of Bylaw 2217, amending off-street parking and loading bylaw, including new definitions for electric vehicle charging and accessible parking, and raising payment-in-lieu to $20,000 per space
- Development Variance Permit DV100303 (2225 Malaview Ave) to relax side yard setback for a heat pump
- Development Variance Permit DV100294 & Development Permit DP100816 (9805 Seaport Pl) to enclose a restaurant patio
- Development Variance Permit DV100301 & Development Permit DP100823 (2356 & 2364 Orchard Ave) for a four-lot small lot residential development
- Development Variance Permit DV100308 & Liquor Licence Lounge Area Endorsement (9837 Third St, Small Gods Brewing Co.) to relax parking and obtain liquor licence
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is deciding on options for replacing or removing Beacon Wharf, with two short-listed recommendations: a floating wharf under a public-private partnership with Sidney Waterfront Partnership, or maintaining the existing wharf to end of life and not replacing it. The committee rejected rubble mound and piled structures due to visual impacts and costs. Public engagement on the options is planned following Council acceptance.
- Floating wharf P3 proposal with Sidney Waterfront Partnership (SWP) presented by Mike Cronquist
- Beacon Wharf Select Committee recommendations presented by Chair Rob Milne
- Rubble mound structure estimated at $14.1M, rejected
- Piled structure estimated at $8.7M, rejected
- Existing wharf life estimated at 7-8 more years, full replacement estimated 2028
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission approved Development Permit DP100821 for 2071 Malaview Avenue West, subject to a landscape plan and a 115% landscaping deposit, with one member opposed. It also approved Development Permit DP100822 for 10474 Resthaven Drive, a 2.5-storey townhouse development, subject to a restrictive covenant on age restrictions, a 115% landscaping deposit, and an access easement, with one member opposed. The Commission also recommended notifying nearby property owners about a related development variance application for 2071 Malaview Avenue West. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Development Permit DP100821 for 2071 Malaview Avenue West (5-1, J. Crowhurst opposed)
- Approved Development Permit DP100822 for 10474 Resthaven Drive (5-1, D. Gelinas opposed)
- Recommended notifying owners/tenants within 75 metres of 2071 Malaview Avenue West about Development Variance Application DV100300 (unanimous)
- Adopted the agenda (carried)
- Adopted the June 1, 2021 minutes (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several development permits and variance applications, including an 8-unit multi-family residential development at 10474 Resthaven Drive. Council will also hear presentations from the Victoria Airport Authority and Cascadia Seaweed, and consider first readings for an off-street parking bylaw amendment. The meeting includes public participation via email or Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Development Permit DP100822 for 8-unit multi-family residential at 10474 Resthaven Drive
- Development Variance Permit DV100304 to relax lot coverage at 9348 Village Way
- Development Variance Permit DV100305 to relax fence height at 9864 Fourth Street
- Development Variance Permit DV100306 to relax side setback at 2324 Brethour Avenue
- Bylaw No. 2217 - Off-Street Parking & Loading Amendment 4, first three readings
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to adopt prior minutes and discuss old and new business. Items include updates on senior care facilities, a UBCM grant application for evacuation route planning, the Mary Winspear Centre vaccination clinic, and the Town's reopening plan. The committee will also review emergency management tasks and goals, including a UNDRR application and emergency drinking water.
- UBCM Grant Application for Evacuation Route Planning
- Mary Winspear Centre COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
- Town of Sidney Reopening Plan: Access to Town Buildings and Remote Working
- UNDRR Application
- Emergency Drinking Water
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney council is meeting to consider a development permit and variance for 2071 Malaview Avenue West, along with several staff reports and committee recommendations. The agenda includes public presentations on a bioregional framework and emergency services, plus decisions on a liquor licence amendment, creek renaming, and RCMP capital plan changes. The meeting is largely procedural, with many items for information or adoption.
- Development Permit DP100821 and Variance DV100300 for 2071 Malaview Avenue West to reduce exterior side setback for accessory structures
- Liquor licence amendment application for Victoria Distillers
- Renaming Reay Creek to ḰELSET
- Changes to RCMP Capital Plan
- 2020 Statement of Financial Information
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission reviewed proposed amendments to the Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw (Bylaw No. 2140, amended by Bylaw No. 2177). A motion to limit payment in lieu of parking to 10% and raise developer fees to $20,000 per space was defeated 5-4. The commission unanimously supported the proposed Electric Vehicle charging equipment provisions and unanimously recommended that the staff report be received and Bylaw No. 2177 be brought forward for Council's consideration. No final decision on the bylaw was made by the commission, which is advisory.
- Motion to limit payment in lieu to 10% and increase fees to $20,000 per space defeated 5-4
- Approved support for proposed EV charging equipment provisions in the bylaw (unanimous)
- Recommended staff report be received and Bylaw No. 2177 be brought forward for Council's consideration (unanimous)
- Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
- Adopted the April 6, 2021 minutes as circulated (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 5:21 p.m. (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider a staff recommendation to approve a liquor licence with a lounge area endorsement for Beacon Brewing Ltd.'s microbrewery/tasting room at 9837 Third Street, based on 12 written public responses (9 in favour, 3 opposed). The meeting also includes a presentation on restoring Mermaid Creek, first readings of Bylaw No. 2217 (off-street parking amendment), and several staff reports on topics like the Dedicated Bench Program, Bevan Fishing Pier maintenance, and 2020 year-end financial results.
- Liquor licence lounge endorsement for Beacon Brewing Ltd., 9837 Third Street — public feedback summary and recommendation to LCRB
- Bylaw No. 2217 — Off Street Parking & Loading Amendment, first, second and third readings
- Presentation: Restore and Protect Mermaid Creek by Roberts Bay Residents and Peninsula Streams
- Staff reports: Dedicated Bench Program, Bevan Fishing Pier Maintenance, Court House Lease Renewal, Sculpture Walk additions
- 2020 Year End Financial Results report
Economic Advisory Committee
The Economic Advisory Committee approved its agenda and corrected the April 8, 2021 minutes, then received updates rather than making substantive decisions. Councillor Wainwright reported that Council made seven recommendations to the Victoria Airport Authority on its development proposal, including engaging the WSANEC Leadership Council and allowing public input, and that the Town's role in the proposal has concluded. Staff reported that SIPP expressed interest in the Town's economic development strategy and will submit a proposal for Council review. The committee also agreed that Al, Brad, Morgan and Shannon would prepare a report on business community needs for COVID and economic recovery for the next meeting.
- Approved the May 13, 2021 agenda as distributed (carried)
- Approved the April 8, 2021 minutes with a correction to the spelling of Rod Hunchak's name (carried)
- Agreed that Al, Brad, Morgan and Shannon will prepare a report to the EAC for the next meeting on business community needs for COVID and economic recovery
- Adjourned the meeting at 11:32 am
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to decide on Bylaw No. 2215, which would formalize an ongoing alternative tax collection scheme with two 5% penalties and a Home Owner Grant penalty waiver. Council will also hear a presentation and staff report on a proposed development at 9899 McDonald Park Road by the Victoria Airport Authority, and receive various committee minutes and correspondence.
- Bylaw No. 2215 - Alternative Tax Collection Scheme: sets July 2 due date, two 5% penalties, and waives penalty on late-claimed Home Owner Grants
- VAA Development Referral - 9899 McDonald Park Road: presentation and staff report on proposed industrial warehouse
- Adoption of minutes from April 26 and May 3, 2021 meetings
- 2020 Financial Statements recommendation to be accepted
- Correspondence on cannabis stores, Monterey Cypress tree removal, and old growth logging
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider accepting the Town's 2020 audited financial statements, as presented in a staff report. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No other substantive items are listed for discussion.
- 2020 Financial Statements report (April 26, 2021) for acceptance
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to move into a closed (in-camera) session to discuss confidential legal and annual reporting matters under the Community Charter. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering call to order, territorial acknowledgement, and agenda approval.
- Motion to go in-camera for confidential legal and annual reporting matters (Community Charter s.90.1(a) and (l))
- Meeting held at Town Hall Council Chambers, 2440 Sidney Avenue
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several items, including a presentation from the Sidney Community Association with recommendations for the Official Community Plan (OCP) review, a development referral for 9899 McDonald Park Road, and a liquor license referral for Beacon Brewing. Council will also consider adopting the 2021 tax rate bylaw and receive reports on various projects.
- Bylaw No. 2214 - 2021 Tax Rate: first, second, third readings and adoption
- VAA Development Referral - 9899 McDonald Park Rd: staff report and presentation
- LCRB Referral - Beacon Brewing Liquor Lounge (9837 Third St)
- Tulista Park Sidewalk Improvements and Tulista Boat Launch Float Replacement
- RCMP request to express interest in joining Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crime Unit
Emergency Planning Committee
The Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss updates on senior care facility vaccinations, the transition to a new mass emergency notification provider, and a UBCM grant for evacuation route planning. They will also consider new business including sidewalk café permits and the Sidney Street Market at Mary Winspear Centre. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and old business items.
- UBCM grant of $21,000 for evacuation route planning with consultant Smart Risk Inc.
- Transition to Connect Rocket for mass emergency notifications; 85% of subscribers re-registered
- Mary Winspear Centre COVID-19 vaccination clinic update
- Sidewalk Café/Off-Street Parking Outdoor Seating Permit applications
- Sidney Street Market at Mary Winspear Centre
Regular Council
Council will consider a staff report summarizing public feedback on a cannabis retail store licence application for Jima Cannabis at 9774 Third Street, with options to recommend for or against issuance, or make no recommendation. The meeting also includes readings of bylaws for the 2021-2025 financial plan and fee amendments, a development variance permit, and a traffic study presentation.
- Cannabis retail licence referral for Jima Cannabis (9774 Third Street) with 15 written submissions
- Bylaw No. 2212 - Financial Plan 2021-2025 for first, second, third readings and adoption
- Bylaw No. 2213 - Miscellaneous Fees & Charges Amendment No. 19 for readings and adoption
- Development Variance Permit DV100299 (10364 Allbay Road) to relax front yard setback for a deck
- Beacon West Traffic Study presentation by WATT Consulting
Economic Advisory Committee
The Economic Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes, and received updates from Council, staff, and the new Business Development Manager. Members also shared roundtable reports on local industries, tourism, and business impacts related to COVID-19.
- Approved the agenda as distributed
- Approved the March 11, 2021 Minutes as distributed
- Adjourned the meeting at 11:23 am
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several staff reports and committee recommendations, including development permit applications, tree removal requests, a proposed mural, and a memorandum of understanding to fund a business development manager position. The agenda also includes a closed session for a legal matter.
- Development Permit Application DP100819 (10478 & 10482 Resthaven Drive)
- Development Variance Permit Application DV100299 (10364 Allbay Road)
- Public Art Proposal for Wall Mural (2437 Beacon Avenue)
- Tree Removal Application for Arbutus Tree at 2359 Brethour Avenue
- Proposed Memorandum of Understanding to Fund a Business Development Manager Term Position
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney's Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss updates on senior care facility vaccinations, a mass emergency notification service provider, a UBCM grant for evacuation route planning, and a partnership with UVIC for a business continuity course. New business includes a review of the revised PHO Gatherings and Events Order and its impact on Town Park Use Permits, and the Mary Winspear Centre COVID-19 vaccination clinic. The agenda includes adoption of the February 17, 2021 minutes and routine procedural items.
- Discussion of PHO Gatherings and Events Order revision and Town Park Use Permits
- Update on Mary Winspear Centre COVID-19 vaccination clinic
- UBCM grant of $21,000 for evacuation route planning
- Partnership with UVIC for business continuity course
- Senior care facilities vaccination update
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed amendments to the Council Procedure Bylaw, including expanding public participation for development applications, and will review the 2021 Grants-In-Aid program. The agenda also includes two development permit applications and a public art proposal for a wall mural.
- Proposed amendments to Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2012, including public participation at Special Council meetings and for development applications
- 2021 Grants-In-Aid report
- Development Permit Application DP100819 for two 2.5-storey townhouses at 10478 & 10482 Resthaven Dr
- Development Variance Permit Application DV100299 to relax front yard setback for a deck at 10364 Allbay Road
- Public art proposal for a wall mural at 2437 Beacon Avenue
Economic Advisory Committee
The Economic Advisory Committee reviewed council decisions, including funding for a Business Development Manager and an economic development strategy. Members shared updates on local businesses, tourism, and community health. The meeting was largely informational with no new decisions made.
- Council approved funding for BIA Business Development Manager and continued SIPP funding
- Council approved funding for an economic development strategy
- Town budget approved with 2.7% increase; commercial property starting point at 10% reduction
- Museum to close June-August for flooring replacement
- Third cannabis application open for public comment
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider adopting three bylaws that set water and sewer rates for 2021, including a new water billing structure with fixed and variable charges. The agenda also includes a cannabis retail license application, a tree removal request, and several staff reports. Public participation is limited to written or electronic submissions due to COVID-19.
- Bylaw 2209: Sewer rate set at $7.90 per 1,000 gallons, with 5% penalty for late payment
- Bylaw 2210: New water rate structure with $20 fixed charge per billing unit per quarter and $5.37 per 1,000 gallons variable charge
- Bylaw 2211: Water parcel tax of $75 per parcel annually
- Jima Cannabis Retail License Application at 102-9774 Third Street
- Tree removal application for Garry Oak at 10382 Allbay Road
Special Council
The Town of Sidney's Special Council (Budget) meeting on March 2, 2021, focuses on deliberations for the 2021-2025 Financial Plan. Council will consider staff recommendations to reduce the proposed property tax increase from 4.13% to 2.5% through various budget cuts and use of surplus funds. The meeting also includes a public participation period and a presentation on the Sidney BIA's proposal for a Business Development Manager to support COVID-19 recovery.
- Proposed tax increase reduction from 4.13% to 2.5% through budget cuts and surplus use
- Potential deferral of $75,000 transfer to Ferry Reserve
- Funding $50,000 for energy rebates from surplus instead of taxes
- Reduction of Pickleball design funding from $30,000 to $5,000, with construction funded by Gas Tax
- Advance of $300,000 from Amenity Reserve for waterfront washrooms from 2022 to 2021
Regular Council
Council will consider a staff recommendation to support a cannabis retail store licence for Buds Cannabis at 9775 Second Street, after receiving 22 public submissions (13 in favour, 9 opposed). The meeting also includes reports on a hydro excavator tender, the 2021-2025 financial plan, and other routine items.
- Cannabis retail licence referral for Buds Cannabis at 9775 Second Street; staff recommend support
- Award of tender for new combination hydro excavator & sewer cleaner truck (Contract 2021-003)
- 2021-2025 Financial Plan recommendations from Committee of the Whole
- Request for funding from Farmlands Trust
- Public participation period for cannabis licence (22 written submissions)
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney's Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to review old business, including updates on senior care facilities, a mass emergency notification service provider, a UBCM grant application for evacuation route planning, and a sign-related action item. New business includes a potential partnership with UVIC for an emergency management course for business continuity. The meeting is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Senior Care Facilities Update
- Mass Emergency Notification Service Provider
- UBCM Grant Application for Evacuation Route Planning
- Partnership with UVIC for Introduction to Emergency Management for Business Continuity course
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is holding preliminary discussions on the 2021-2025 Financial Plan, which starts with a proposed general tax increase of 4.45% for 2021. The agenda includes a public participation period, a presentation by the Director of Corporate Services on additional budget notes, and a funding request from the Farmlands Trust. The meeting is part of the budget deliberation process, with no final decisions expected at this stage.
- Proposed 4.45% general tax increase for 2021
- Additional $93,000 for capital items, $80,000 for reserves, $236,000 for supplemental items, $75,000 for debt servicing, $50,000 for fire equipment, $72,000 for RCMP contract
- Request for funding from Farmlands Trust
- Public participation period for written submissions, including one from D. Walker on funding priorities
- Discussion of Safe Restart Grant usage and future tax implications
Economic Advisory Committee
The Economic Advisory Committee reviewed routine minutes and heard a presentation from the Sidney BIA's new Business Development Manager. Council liaison reported that two EAC motions were referred to budget consideration, including BIA funding. Members discussed local economic conditions, and staff previewed a draft budget with a potential 4.5% tax increase.
- BIA Business Development Manager presentation on business retention, grants, and software
- Council referred EAC motion on BIA Business Support Initiative to budget; budget approval expected by early March
- Council agreed to expand project boundaries as requested by EAC
- Draft budget includes external funding requests totaling 4.5% tax increase
- Titan Boats new facility expected to open April/May
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Regular Council meeting on February 8, 2021, includes a presentation on 2020 quarterly policing reports, staff reports on pickleball courts and COVID-19 overnight staffing, and committee recommendations. The public can participate via email or Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions listed.
- 2020 Q3 policing report: violent crime up 33% YTD, property crime down 28%
- Staff report on support for Clean Coast Clean Water Initiative Fund application
- Staff report on pickleball courts in residential areas
- Staff report on renewal of overnight staffing in response to COVID-19
- Committee recommendation on SBIA's proposal for Business Development Manager
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on the draft 2021-2025 Financial Plan from the Director of Corporate Services. This is the main item on the agenda; no other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Presentation of draft 2021-2025 Financial Plan
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney's Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to adopt the previous meeting's minutes and discuss old business, including updates on senior care facilities and the mass emergency notification service provider. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business items listed.
- Senior Care Facilities Update
- Mass Emergency Notification Service Provider
Economic Advisory Committee
The Town of Sidney's Economic Advisory Committee discussed and supported a Sidney Business Improvement Area Society proposal for $60,000 in funding to hire a Business Development Manager and support operations, with conditions including EAC oversight and expanded deliverables. The committee also elected new officers and heard updates on local economic conditions.
- Supported BIA funding proposal of $60,000 ($30,000 for position, $30,000 for operations) on interim 12-month basis with 6-month re-evaluation
- Moved to expand deliverables to include businesses outside BIA area and provide EAC oversight
- Elected Brad Edgett as Chair and David Calveley as Vice Chair for 2021
- Building permit values reached $75 million in past year, up $25 million from previous year
- Next meeting changed to second Thursday of month, February 11, 2021
Regular Council
Sidney Council is meeting to decide on a cannabis retail license for 9775 Second Street, a new bus stop at James White Boulevard and Resthaven Drive, and several funding requests including one for a Business Development Manager. Council will also consider a building regulations bylaw amendment, a mutual aid agreement renewal for fire services, and committee recommendations on arts funding and water rates. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with participation via email or Zoom.
- Cannabis Retail License Application - 9775 Second Street (Bud's Cannabis)
- New Bus Stop Location - James White Boulevard at Resthaven Drive
- Bylaw No. 2207 - Building Regulations, Amendment No. 11
- Request for Funding - Business Development Manager (SBIA)
- Peninsula Fire & Emergency Program Mutual Aid Agreement Renewal
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss three main items: a $7,500 budget request for joint First Nations engagement in the Official Community Plan review, options for arts funding including a proposed $16,800 ArtSea grant program and possibly rejoining the CRD Arts Service, and a review of the water utility rate structure. These are discussion items, with decisions to be made at a later meeting.
- $7,500 budget request for Modus to facilitate WSÁNEÓ Leadership Council engagement in OCP review
- ArtSea Peninsula Arts and Culture Grant Program proposal requesting $16,800 from Sidney
- Options for rejoining CRD Arts Service (estimated ~$42,000 for 2022) or voluntary contribution
- Review of water utility rate structure with presentation by Director of Corporate Services
- Approval of minutes from November 2, 2020 Committee of the Whole meeting
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney council is meeting to hear presentations from three organizations: the South Island Prosperity Project (SIPP) seeking a five-year funding renewal, the Sidney Museum presenting its annual report and 2021 business plan, and the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea presenting a performance report. Council will also consider several staff reports, including a subdivision application, a funding application for a bike path, and contract awards for excavating, trucking, and breathing apparatus equipment.
- SIPP five-year funding request presentation
- Subdivision Application SA100208 – Parkland Dedication (9376 Lochside Drive)
- Funding application – Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream – West of Highway Bike Path
- Award of Contract 2021-001 – Excavating Services for 2021
- Award of Tender 2020-017 – Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus