Sidney public meetings in 2025
41 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council will consider a cannabis retail store licence for Unit B at 2310 Beacon Avenue (Seaside Cannabis), with a staff recommendation to approve. The agenda also includes fee increases for various services, development permits, and a presentation on homelessness. Public feedback on the cannabis application includes 22 written submissions and a petition, with many opposing the store due to proximity to an existing one.
- Cannabis retail licence application for Unit B - 2310 Beacon Avenue (Seaside Cannabis) with 22 submissions and petition
- Bylaw 2292 - fee increases for property tax certificates, parking permits, park use fees, etc.
- Bylaw 2304 - increase commercial launching fee at Tulista Boat Ramp
- Bylaw 2305 - increase dog licence fees
- Bylaw 2306 - increase sewer, storm, water connection fees
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Town of Sidney's Committee of the Whole will consider two development variance applications, one to reduce a front setback for a two-family dwelling at 9650 Third Street and another to allow overhead wiring and a gravel parking surface at 2244 Harbour Road, with a staff recommendation to deny the latter. The committee will also hear a final report on enhanced flood inundation modelling and consider forwarding a Coastal Flood Hazard Mitigation and Adaptation Plan to 2026 budget deliberations, along with supporting grant applications for its funding.
- Development Variance Permit DV100385 at 9650 Third Street: reduce front setback from 4.5m to 3.01m for a two-family dwelling
- Development Variance Permit DV100382 at 2244 Harbour Road: relax overhead wiring and gravel parking requirements; staff recommends denial
- Enhanced Flood Inundation Modelling and Mapping Project final report and next steps
- Recommendation to forward Coastal Flood Hazard Mitigation and Adaptation Plan to 2026 budget
- Grant applications to FCM and UBCM for flood hazard plan funding
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing three development permit applications for three-unit residential buildings at 9601 Fifth Street, 9601 Fourth Street, and 2436 Ocean Avenue. The commission will provide comments and recommendations to Council on the form and character of each proposed development. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting.
- Development Permit Application DP100854 for 9601 Fifth Street: three residential units, removal of existing single-family dwelling and four protected trees
- Development Permit Application DP100855 for 9601 Fourth Street: three residential units
- Development Permit Application DP100856 for 2436 Ocean Avenue: three residential units
- Adoption of minutes from October 7, 2025 meeting
Regular Council
Sidney Council's regular meeting on December 1, 2025, includes decisions on three development variance permits, adoption of a bylaw amending council procedures, and a report on Development Cost Charge (DCC) bylaw engagement. Council will also consider a recommendation to investigate locations and funding for an extreme cold weather shelter, and receive information on development at 10393 Allbay Road.
- DVP DV100379 for 9824 Fifth Street: allow new commercial signage on existing free-standing sign (Sign Bylaw No. 2058 variance)
- DVP DV100380 for 9522 Lochside Drive: allow longer temporary signage and larger free-standing sign (Sign Bylaw No. 2058 variance)
- DVP DV100381 for 2344 Malaview Avenue: reduce rear setback from 4.5m to 2.4m to legalize accessory building conversion to dwelling unit
- Bylaw No. 2299: amend Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2208 (summer meeting schedule and housekeeping)
- Extreme cold weather shelter: staff to investigate locations and funding options, report by January 12, 2026
Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt minutes, receive staff and council liaison updates, review the recommendations tracking sheet, and discuss accessibility plan updates. The committee will also receive correspondence from SPARCBC and Disability Alliance BC. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new decisions listed.
- Adoption of September 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Review of Recommendations to Council Tracking Sheet
- Correspondence from SPARCBC re: November Accessible Parking Awareness Month
- Correspondence from Disability Alliance BC (Community Update)
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several items, including a development variance and development permit for a 4-storey mixed-use building at 9824 Third Street, and amendments to the Council Procedure Bylaw. Council will also appoint election officials for the 2026 Local Government Election and receive various correspondence items for information.
- Development Variance Permit DV100377 and Development Permit DP100853 for 9824 Third Street: 4-storey mixed-use with 9 residential units and ground-floor commercial; variances for drive aisle width, parking lot area, and small car spaces
- Bylaw No. 2299: Amends Council Procedure Bylaw to change summer meeting schedule and other housekeeping items
- Appointment of Sandi Nelson as Chief Election Officer and Christa Baxter as Deputy Chief Election Officer for 2026 Local Government Election
- Correspondence regarding residential parking permit pilot program and concerns about Bill M216
- Public participation period and special public participation on Bylaw 2299
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Regular Council meeting on November 10, 2025, includes a public participation period, a quarterly RCMP policing report, and several staff reports with recommendations. Council will consider an off-leash dog area in Iroquois Park, a five-year SHOAL Centre maintenance agreement, and pre-approval for a new RCMP administrative position. The agenda also includes committee recommendations on three development permit applications and a motion to go in-camera.
- Off-leash dog area proposed for Iroquois Park, with separated spaces for large and small dogs, to be considered in 2026 budget
- Amended SHOAL Centre Common Facilities Maintenance and Repair Agreement for 5 years (Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2030)
- Pre-approval for new Major Crime Disclosure Clerk position at Sidney-North Saanich RCMP Detachment
- Development permit applications for three-unit residential developments at 9601 Fifth Street, 9601 Fourth Street, and 2436 Ocean Avenue forwarded to Advisory Planning Commission
- Recommendation to amend Off Street Parking and Loading Bylaw No. 2140 regarding accessible parking and pay-in-lieu
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear presentations and public input on three development permit applications, each proposing a three-unit residential building at 9601 Fifth Street, 9601 Fourth Street, and 2436 Ocean Avenue. The committee is expected to forward each application to the Advisory Planning Commission for review and comment. The agenda also includes a presentation from the South Island Prosperity Partnership on the Rising Economy and Possibility Charter.
- Development Permit DP100854 for a three-unit residential building at 9601 Fifth Street
- Development Permit DP100855 for a three-unit residential building at 9601 Fourth Street
- Development Permit DP100856 for a three-unit residential building at 2436 Ocean Avenue
- Presentation by Aaron Stone, CEO of South Island Prosperity Partnership, on the Rising Economy and Possibility Charter
- Public participation periods for each development application (max 10 minutes each)
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several items, including a request from Four Wands Faerie Events to hold a private event with alcohol at Iroquois Park, and to approve development variance permits and a tree removal. Council will also discuss housing initiatives, including an Affordable Housing Development Partnership Program and a financial feasibility analysis funded by up to $60,000 from the Housing Capacity Grant. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and correspondence, and a motion to move into a closed meeting.
- Iroquois Park Use Permit Request for Sails and Sagas event, including alcohol service, with conditions such as $5,000,000 liability insurance
- Development Variance Permit DV100379 at 9824 Fifth Street to allow additional signage
- Development Variance Permit DV100381 at 2344 Malaview Avenue to reduce rear yard setback to legalize an existing structure
- Development Variance Permit DV100380 at 9522 Lochside Drive for temporary signage and illumination
- Tree removal request for four protected White Poplars at 2020 White Birch Road
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing three development variance applications: two seek to legalize or add signage on free-standing signs, and one seeks to reduce a rear yard setback to legalize an existing structure as a dwelling unit. The committee will hear presentations from applicants and public input before making recommendations to Council. The agenda also includes a presentation on housing and healthcare priorities by MLA Rob Botterell and Leslie Keenan.
- DV100379 at 9824 Fifth Street: variance to allow additional signage on an existing free-standing sign, exceeding Sign Bylaw height limit (6.02m vs 4.5m max)
- DV100381 at 2344 Malaview Avenue: variance to reduce minimum rear yard setback to legalize an existing accessory building as a dwelling unit
- DV100380 at 9522 Lochside Drive: variance for temporary signage, sign illumination, and additional free-standing signage; staff recommend removing one sign and external illumination
- Presentation by MLA Rob Botterell and Leslie Keenan on First Term Priorities - Housing and Healthcare
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several items, including a development permit and variance for a 4-storey mixed-use building at 9824 Third Street, a request to waive fees for the Torque Masters car show, and renewal of a lease for a public parking lot at 9751 Third Street. Council will also discuss correspondence, including emails about a proposed emergency weather shelter, and may go into a closed session for a confidential appointment matter.
- Development Permit DP100853 and Variance DV100377 for 9824 Third Street: 4-storey mixed-use with 9 residential units, commercial ground floor, reduced drive aisle width, increased parking area and small car spaces
- Request to waive all Town costs related to barrier vehicles for the 2025 Torque Masters car show
- Renewal of lease with School District No. 63 for public parking lot at 9751 Third Street for 5 years (Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2030)
- Public correspondence on emergency weather shelter, Bowerbank bikeway, new cannabis retail on Beacon Avenue, and development at 9972 Third Street
- Presentation of BC Municipal Safety Association awards to the Town and staff member
Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt previous minutes, review an accessible trail proposal from Friends of North Saanich Parks, and consider a draft accessibility checklist for community events. The agenda includes updates on council referrals and public feedback on accessibility issues.
- Adoption of July 24, 2025 minutes
- Verbal update on accessible trail proposal from Friends of North Saanich Parks
- Review of Sidney Parks Use and Events Application with accessibility considerations
- Public feedback emails on accessibility and accessible council meetings
- Tracking sheet of recommendations to councils
Regular Council
Sidney Council is holding a public hearing and considering third reading and adoption of two bylaws to allow an emergency shelter at Wakefield Manor, 9924 Third Street. The meeting also includes a petition against the shelter, a presentation from Beacon Community Services, and decisions on several development permits and variances.
- Bylaw 2297 (OCP amendment) and Bylaw 2298 (zoning amendment) to permit emergency shelter at 9924 Third Street
- Petition opposing the shelter at Wakefield Manor, with additional signatures submitted as a late item
- Development permit DP100847 and variance DV100359 for 180-unit, four-storey residential development at 2114 Beacon Avenue West
- Zoning amendment RZ100110, development permit DP100851, and variance DV100369 for 9972 Third Street (four-storey multi-unit residential)
- Variance DV100375 for 2090 Rennie Place (shed setback) and DV100366 for 9687 Eighth Street (enclosed entryway)
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 a confidential matter regarding the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, territorial acknowledgement, agenda approval, adjournment). No decisions or public discussions are scheduled.
- Motion to go in-camera under section 90.1(e) of the Community Charter for a land-related confidential matter
- Closed session to immediately follow the open meeting
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit and variance application for two 4-storey buildings with 180 apartment units at 2114 and 2098 Beacon Avenue West and 2107 Jahn Place. The proposal includes a variance to reduce front yard setbacks from 4.5m to 3.28m. The commission will provide its recommendation to Council.
- Development Permit DP100847 and Variance DV100359 for 180-unit multi-family project
- Variance to reduce front yard setback from 4.5m to 3.28m
- 183 parking spaces proposed (180 required), including EV charging
- 185 Class I bicycle parking spaces proposed
- Public pedestrian pathway with statutory right-of-way proposed
Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility initiatives, including a proposal for an accessible trail from Friends of North Saanich Parks, a residential parking permit pilot program, and updates on prior recommendations. The agenda includes adoption of minutes, council referrals, and other items, with no major decisions expected beyond recommendations.
- Proposal from Friends of North Saanich Parks to develop an accessible trail
- Residential Parking Permit Pilot Program report from Town of Sidney
- Review of Access Awareness Event held at Shoal Centre May 29
- Discussion of Disability Pride Month
- Tracking sheet of SPAAC recommendations to councils
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Regular Council meeting on June 23, 2025, includes a public hearing and potential adoption of Bylaw 2293 to allow shipping containers in parks for the Disaster Water Supply Project. Council will also consider several staff recommendations, including approving the 2024 Annual Report, renewing a Crown lease for Parking Lot A, and waiving certain Street Market costs. A presentation on tenant assistance for redevelopment at 9972 Third Street is scheduled, and the agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and correspondence.
- Public hearing and third reading/adoption of Bylaw 2293 (zoning amendment allowing shipping containers in parks)
- Approval of 2024 Annual Municipal Report
- Crown lease renewal for Parking Lot A (Second St & Bevan Ave) for 5-year term
- Waiver of additional risk mitigation costs for Sidney Street Market (3% materials surcharge and 15% admin fee)
- Financial plan amendment to advance $85,000 Fire Chief vehicle purchase from 2028 to 2025
Regular Council
Sidney Council will consider adopting Bylaw 2290 to allow up to 4 dwelling units on small multi-unit residential lots, and give first and second readings to Bylaw 2293 to permit shipping containers in parks for the Disaster Water Supply Project. Council will also decide on a fence height variance at 9990 Fourth Street, a new Council Remuneration Review policy, and recommendations from the Accessibility Advisory Committee regarding HandyDART service and accessible washroom registrations.
- Adoption of Bylaw 2290 (Zoning Amendment No. 1) to allow up to 4 dwelling units on lots under 750 sq m in Multi-Unit Residential zones
- First and second reading of Bylaw 2293 to allow shipping containers in parks for the $176,000 Disaster Water Supply Project
- Development Variance Permit DV100374 at 9990 Fourth Street to increase fence height from 1.8m to 2.15m
- Adoption of Policy FN-025 Council Remuneration Review, with next review due by December 15, 2025
- Recommendation to send joint letter to BC Transit and Victoria Regional Transit Commission regarding HandyDART booking service levels
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Regular Council meeting on May 26, 2025, will consider several items, including a zoning bylaw amendment to allow up to four dwelling units on properties in Multi-Unit Residential zones with lot areas under 750 square metres. Council will also review a quarterly RCMP policing report, discuss the impact of US tariffs on Town purchasing, and consider a police dispatch services agreement with E-Comm. The agenda includes public participation, adoption of minutes, and a closed session.
- Bylaw No. 2290 - Zoning Amendment No. 1: to allow up to 4 dwelling units on properties in Multi-Unit Residential zones with lot areas less than 750 square metres (first, second, and third readings).
- Bylaw No. 2291 - Tree Preservation Amendment No. 4: adoption.
- Impact of US Tariffs on Town Purchasing: staff report with options to 'buy Canadian' while remaining compliant with trade agreements.
- Police Dispatch Services Agreement with E-Comm: approval for a 9-month term ending December 31, 2025.
- Road Closure for Sidney BIA Pride Month Event: closure of Beacon Avenue east of the rainbow crosswalk on June 14, 2025.
Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility issues, including a referred complaint about a pole obstructing a path on Knute Way, correspondence about HandyDART booking changes, and a notice of motion to register Sidney's waterfront Changing Place washroom with an international directory. The committee will also review its tracking sheet of previous recommendations to councils.
- Correspondence re Knute Way obstruction, referred from Central Saanich for comment
- BC Transit HandyDART correspondence re changes to booking
- Notice of Motion to register Sidney's waterfront Changing Place washroom with Changing Places International
- Panorama Recreation Centre Improvement Feasibility Study final report
- Tracking sheet of SPAAC recommendations to councils
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two main items: a development variance application to allow a taller fence at 9990 Fourth Street, and the 2024 year-end budget variance report. The committee will also consider approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Development Variance Permit DV100374 for 9990 Fourth Street to increase fence height from 1.8m to 2.15m along rear lot line
- 2024 Year-End Budget Variance Report showing actual revenues exceeded budget by $372,474, mainly due to higher investment interest
- Approval of minutes from May 5, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Public participation period (max 20 minutes) for residents to speak on agenda items
Special Council
The Sidney Council will hold a special meeting on May 12, 2025. The agenda consists of procedural items and a motion to move into a closed session to discuss confidential matters regarding town employees and municipal annual reporting.
- Motion to move into a closed session (in-camera)
- Discussion of confidential matters regarding town officers and employees
- Discussion of municipal annual reporting
Regular Council
Sidney Council will consider adopting the 2025-2029 Financial Plan (Bylaw 2288) and the 2025 Tax Rates (Bylaw 2289), which set the municipal budget and property tax levies. The agenda also includes a decision on flying the US flag seasonally, a proposed zoning amendment for small-scale multi-unit housing, and a request to close streets for the Torque Masters Car Show. Several reports and presentations, including the Mary Winspear Centre annual report and the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan, are scheduled.
- Adopt Bylaw 2288 (Financial Plan 2025-2029) and Bylaw 2289 (Tax Rates 2025)
- Give three readings to Bylaw 2291 (Tree Preservation Amendment No. 4)
- Recommendation not to fly US flag at Beacon Park and Seaport Place this summer
- Authorize Torque Masters Car Show street closures and beer garden on Aug 2-3, 2025
- Purchase two 2026 Freightliner dump trucks for $708,800 from Velocity Truck Centres
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear presentations from the South Island Farmers Institute and the Sidney BIA, and will consider a staff report recommending a residential parking permit pilot program. The agenda also includes public participation and approval of minutes from the previous meeting.
- Residential Parking Permit Pilot Program staff report
- South Island Farmers Institute presentation
- Sidney BIA Business Development Report presentation
- Public submissions on parking and BIA support
Emergency Planning Committee
The Town of Sidney's Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss updates on a senior care facility, current grants, and Indigenous engagement funding, and to consider new business including a disaster water supply project, extreme weather shelter research, PEMO recruitment, and EOC training. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with no public hearings or votes scheduled.
- Disaster Water Supply Project update
- Extreme Weather Response – shelter research update
- PEMO recruitment
- EOC training in May
- Indigenous Engagement Requirement funding update
Regular Council
Sidney Council is meeting to consider several items, including giving three readings to the 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2288 and the 2025 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2289. The financial plan includes a 10.67% general tax increase. Council will also decide on two development variance permits, a BC Transit hub memorandum of understanding, a tree removal, a covenant release, and a proposed bike festival street closure.
- Bylaw No. 2288 - Financial Plan 2025-2029, three readings
- Bylaw No. 2289 - Tax Rates 2025, three readings
- Development Variance Permit DV100370 at 2499 Rothesay Avenue (relax setbacks)
- Development Variance Permit DV100371 at 9646 Fifth Street (heat pump in side yard)
- BC Transit Sidney Transit Hub Memorandum of Understanding approval
Regular Council
Sidney Council will vote on adopting three bylaws that raise water, sewer, and garbage collection rates, and will consider approving road closures and park use for the Peninsula Celebrations Society's 2025 events. The agenda also includes decisions on grants, a seasonal American flag, tree removal, and an alcohol permit for a private event.
- Adopt Bylaw 2285: water fixed charge $24.50/quarter, variable $6.41/1,000 gallons
- Adopt Bylaw 2286: sewer rate $10.70/1,000 gallons
- Adopt Bylaw 2287: refuse rates $63.00 full, $43.50 basic, $104.50 commercial
- Approve 2025 grant-in-aid totaling $18,500 to 12 local groups
- Approve road closures and park use for PCS 2025 events (Canada Day, Summer Sounds, etc.)
Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility matters for Central Saanich, North Saanich, and Sidney. The agenda includes reviewing a report from the Town of Sidney on its on-street accessible parking standard update, as well as referrals regarding National Accessibility Awareness Week 2025 and aligning accessible parking requirements. The committee will also approve the agenda and adopt minutes from its January 23, 2025 meeting.
- Report from Town of Sidney's Director of Engineering on On-Street Accessible Parking Standard Update
- Referral from SPAAC Chair regarding National Accessibility Awareness Week 2025 and Red Shirt Day
- Referral from SPAAC Chair on alignment of SPLG Accessible Parking Requirements
- Adoption of minutes from January 23, 2025 meeting
- Council updates including tracking sheet of past recommendations
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including amendments to water, sewer, and refuse rates, which would increase the typical quarterly utility bill by $18.48. They will also consider a bylaw to appoint a Servicing Officer and receive correspondence on various topics. The meeting includes public participation and approval of previous minutes.
- Bylaw 2285: Water rates - Fixed Charge to $24.50/quarter, Variable Charge to $6.41/1,000 gallons
- Bylaw 2286: Sewer rate to $10.70/1,000 gallons
- Bylaw 2287: Refuse collection and disposal rates amendment
- Bylaw 2284: Appoint Director of Engineering as Servicing Officer
- Correspondence: Police dispatch costs, homelessness, live music support, SIPP collaboration
Special Council (BUDGET)
This special council meeting focuses on the 2025-2029 Financial Plan, with staff presenting additional budget notes and justifications for projects. Council will review and potentially approve the General Operating, Capital, Water Utility, and Sewer Utility budgets, following reductions made on February 24th that lowered the tax impact to 12.28% (about $220 per average residence annually). Public participation is allowed, and the meeting may go into closed session.
- Tax impact reduced to 12.28% after $85,000 in council reductions, saving average residence $10/year
- Review of General Operating budget including Supplementals
- Review of Capital budget
- Review of Water Utility and Sewer Utility budgets
- Public submissions from O. Easson and P. Wainwright regarding budget
Regular Council
Council will consider approving the updated 2022-2026 Strategic Plan, which includes housing, environmental, and infrastructure priorities. They will also vote on a $25,000 consultant review of Allbay Road parking concerns, a one-year fire services agreement renewal with the Victoria Airport Authority, and first readings of a bylaw to appoint a Servicing Officer. Several public submissions and correspondence items are also on the agenda.
- Approval of 2022-2026 Strategic Plan (February 2025 update)
- Allbay Road parking concerns: $25,000 consultant review recommended
- Bylaw No. 2284 (Officers & Employees Amendment No. 1) - first, second, third readings
- One-year renewal of Fire Services Agreement with Victoria Airport Authority
- Public submissions on Strategic Plan, including support for Tenant Protection Bylaw
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from the Allbay Residents' Group opposing a staff proposal to widen gravel shoulders and restrict parking on Allbay Road. Council will choose among three options: proceed with the $50,000 widening and 'No Parking' marking, undertake further engagement with a consultant for $25,000, or rescind prior resolutions and make no changes. Residents argue the plan unfairly solves a commercial parking problem from the Marine Industrial Zone at taxpayer expense and conflicts with bylaws and environmental goals.
- Presentation by Randall Mang, Allbay Residents' Group, on parking concerns
- Option 1: Widen gravel shoulders on Allbay Road between Resthaven Drive and Jocelyn Place, mark one side 'No Parking', cost ~$50,000
- Option 2: Further public engagement and consultant review, cost ~$25,000
- Option 3: Rescind Council Resolutions #2024.41.408 and #2024.41.409, no changes
- Public submissions and petition dated November 4, 2024 included in staff report
Regular Council (BUDGET)
The Council will review additional budget notes for the 2025-2029 Financial Plan and consider a development permit for a four-storey residential building. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a proposed crosswalk and reports on regional water supply and EV parking standards.
- Development Permit and Variance for 9895-9899 Seventh Street (four-storey multi-unit residential)
- 2025-2029 Financial Plan - Additional Budget Notes presentation
- Presentation on proposed Lest We Forget Crosswalk
- EV parking standards recommendation for public and multi-family residential use
- Correspondence regarding $4.9 million in police dispatch costs for South Island municipalities
Regular Council
The Sidney Town Council is meeting to decide on two development variance permits, hear a presentation on homelessness services, and consider referring the 2025 Strategic Plan update to a future meeting for public feedback. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and correspondence.
- Development Variance Permit DV100365 for 10473 Resthaven Drive to allow a nine-unit townhouse, increasing cladding projection to 0.30m and fence height to 2.99m
- Development Variance Permit DV100367 for 2042 Melville Drive to allow an accessory building in the front yard with reduced setbacks
- Presentation by St. Andrew's Anglican Church on serving the homeless in Sidney
- Recommendation to refer the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan update to March 10, 2025 for public feedback
- Recommendation to require cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication for subdivision at 2499 Rothesay Avenue and 10057 Third Street
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a proposal to lower speed limits on local roads from 50 km/h to 30 km/h, with public engagement planned. They will also consider a development variance permit for a triplex at 10440 Resthaven Drive, and discuss options for an extreme weather response shelter. The agenda includes routine approvals and informational reports.
- Proposal to reduce speed limits from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on all local roads, with gateway signage and traffic calming
- Development Variance Permit DV100363 for 10440 Resthaven Drive to increase front yard parking area from 50% to 71% for a triplex dwelling
- Motion to pursue Option 1 for an extreme weather response shelter for the 2025-2026 winter season
- Recommendation to proceed with Bowerbank Road Neighbourhood Bikeway project
- Approval of road closure for Bazan Bay 5KM Road Race on April 13, 2025
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to move into a closed (in-camera) session. The closed session is to discuss confidential matters with municipal officers and employees regarding municipal measures, objectives, and progress reports, as permitted under the Community Charter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions scheduled.
- Motion to go in-camera under section 90.1 (l) of the Community Charter
- Closed session to discuss municipal measures, objectives, and progress reports
- Meeting held at Community Safety Building, 2245 Oakville Avenue
Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Saanich Peninsula Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility-related items, including the Parks and Trails Masterplan and a presentation on disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from previous meetings, as well as updates from councils and a tracking sheet of past recommendations.
- Review of Parks and Trails Masterplan, including a report from the Director of Planning and Building Services and a link to the draft plan
- Presentation by Pinna Sustainability on Planning for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation
- Council updates and tracking sheet of previous recommendations, including accessible EV charging stations and accessible parking standards
Advisory Planning Commission
The Advisory Planning Commission will consider a development permit and a variance permit for a new nine-unit townhouse building at 10473 Resthaven Drive. The project requires two variances: one to allow cladding to project 0.3m instead of the 0.15m limit, and another to allow a fence on a retaining wall up to 2.99m instead of the 1.8m limit. Staff support the variances. The commission will also adopt minutes from the January 7 meeting.
- Development permit DP100849 for 9 townhouse units at 10473 Resthaven Drive
- Variance DV100365 to increase cladding projection from 0.15m to 0.3m
- Variance to increase fence height on retaining wall from 1.8m to 2.99m
- Project includes 2 adaptable units and EV charging in each garage
- 16 new trees and native plantings proposed
Regular Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and provide direction on the Bowerbank Road Neighbourhood Bikeway project, including whether to proceed as planned or take an alternate approach, after receiving public feedback. They will also consider a development variance application for a greenhouse at 2042 Melville Drive, which would allow the accessory structure in the front yard with reduced setbacks. The meeting includes public participation periods for both items.
- Development Variance Permit DV100367 for 2042 Melville Drive to allow a greenhouse in the front yard and reduce setbacks from 1.2 m to 0.7 m
- Staff report on Bowerbank Road Neighbourhood Bikeway with recommendation for Council direction on project and communications
- Public submissions on Bowerbank Road bikeway, including a request not to pave the Calvin Avenue greenway
- Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting
Regular Council
The Town of Sidney Council is meeting to decide on a development variance permit for a triplex at 10440 Resthaven Drive, approve hiring a second deputy fire chief, and consider a contract for Next Generation 9-1-1 services. Council will also discuss options for an extreme weather response shelter and potential amendments to the surplus policy. Several items are for information only, including committee reports and correspondence.
- Development Variance Permit DV100363 at 10440 Resthaven Drive to increase front yard parking for a triplex
- Approval of agreement with CRD for Next Generation 9-1-1 implementation and operation
- Immediate posting for recruitment of a second Deputy Fire Chief
- Options to establish an Extreme Weather Response Shelter
- Support in principle for using surplus to mitigate near-term tax impacts
Advisory Planning Commission
This is a procedural meeting of the Advisory Planning Commission. The agenda includes electing a chair and vice chair, adopting the agenda and minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting, and reviewing the commission's mandate. No new development applications or public hearings are scheduled.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Adoption of minutes from November 5, 2024
- Review of APC mandate and staff presentation
- Items disposition by Council