Council meeting, August 12, 2024
Here is a summary of what you need to know from the August 12, 2024 council meeting. You can view the full agenda and supporting reports on our Meetings & Agendas page.
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price called the meeting to order. Present were Councillors Marcus Lindqvist, Priya Raman, Tom Beaudry, Grace Whitlock, Arjun Sidhu, and Helen Marchetti. City Manager Robert Eng and City Clerk Nadia Kowalczyk attended to support the session.
Delegations
No delegations were received for this agenda.
Reports and decisions
Waste sorting education program. Council approved $75,000 to launch a city-wide campaign focused on proper waste sorting. The goal is to reduce contamination in the Blue Box recycling stream and increase overall diversion rates. The program will roll out across all neighbourhoods this fall. (Carried unanimously)
Westbrook Community Arena bookings. Council noted that ice time rental applications are now open for the upcoming winter season. Residents and local clubs can book slots through the Recreation & Culture portal. (Carried)
Cultural grants and equity funding. Council approved $1.05 million in grants to support local arts groups, cultural infrastructure projects, and community equity initiatives. Funding will be distributed in phases to ensure fair access across all wards. (Carried unanimously)
Bus electrification strategy. Council endorsed the second phase of the zero-emission fleet strategy. The city will introduce ten new electric buses to Routes 1, 3, 5, 8, and 12, reducing emissions and improving service reliability. (Carried 6-1)
By-laws
The following by-laws were passed:
- By-law 2024-097: A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2016-040 (property at 45 Mercer Street)
- By-law 2024-098: A by-law to authorize an agreement with the Chief Administrative Officer
- By-law 2024-099: Municipal Elections By-law 2024-099
- By-law 2024-100: A by-law to authorize an agreement with the General Manager of Transit Services
- By-law 2024-103: A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2016-040 (property at 12 Westbrook Drive)
- By-law 2024-111: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. You can review past council meetings and upcoming dates on our Council page.