Council meetings 2024

Council approved new by-laws for vehicle for hire services, soil management, and water rates, along with zoning amendments for downtown properties.

Council meeting, June 24, 2024

Attendance

Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price presided. Councillors Marcus Lindqvist (Ward 1), Priya Raman (Ward 2), Tom Beaudry (Ward 3), Grace Whitlock (Ward 4), Arjun Sidhu (Ward 5), and Helen Marchetti (Ward 6) were present. City Manager Robert Eng and City Clerk Nadia Kowalczyk attended as staff.

Delegations

A delegation from the Downtown Wrenford Business Improvement Area presented on the need for updated regulations for ride-share and delivery vehicles in the downtown core. A resident from the Railside neighbourhood spoke in support of stricter controls on construction soil and topsoil movement.

Reports and Decisions

  • Vehicle for Hire By-law — Council reviewed the proposed framework to regulate ride-share, taxi, and delivery services. The by-law was adopted to ensure fair competition and safety standards. Carried 7-0.
  • Soil Deposit and Removal By-law — Following the Railside delegation, Council approved the new by-law to manage how you move and store soil and gravel, which will prevent illegal dumping and road damage. Carried 7-0.
  • Water Rates Amendment — The General Manager of Corporate Services presented the proposed adjustment to water rates for the 2025 fiscal year to cover infrastructure upgrades. Council approved the amendment. Carried 6-1, with Councillor Sidhu dissenting.
  • Zoning Amendments (12 Mercer Street and 12 Tamsin Street) — Both applications for minor zoning changes to allow mixed-use development were reviewed by staff and approved. Carried 7-0.
  • Summer Composting Tips — The City shared updated guidance on managing green bins and backyard compost during the warm months. Staff noted a 15 per cent increase in reported pest complaints this year and encouraged you to use carbon-rich bedding in your bins. No formal vote required.

By-laws

The following by-laws were passed:

  • By-law 2024-086: A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2016-040 (zoning amendment for a property on 12 Mercer Street)
  • By-law 2024-088: Vehicle for Hire By-law 2024-088
  • By-law 2024-089: Soil Deposit and Removal By-law
  • By-law 2024-090: A by-law to amend Fees and Charges By-law 2025-151 (water rates)
  • By-law 2024-091: A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2016-040 (zoning amendment for a property on 12 Tamsin Street)
  • By-law 2024-092: A by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.