Council meeting, April 14, 2025
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price presided. Councillors Marcus Lindqvist, Priya Raman, Tom Beaudry, Grace Whitlock, Arjun Sidhu, and Helen Marchetti were present. City Manager Robert Eng and City Clerk Nadia Kowalczyk attended. You can watch the full meeting online through the council meeting archive.
Delegations
A resident from the Railside neighbourhood spoke regarding recent snow removal delays on local streets. Staff noted that all residential routes are cleared within 24 hours of snowfall, as required by the winter maintenance by-law.
Reports and Decisions
2024 Audited Financial Statements
City Manager Robert Eng presented the 2024 audited financial statements. The report shows a small surplus and a clean audit opinion. Funds will be redirected to city reserves for future projects. Council accepted the statements. Carried unanimously.
Business Fraud Prevention Workshop
The Wrenford Police Service is hosting a free workshop to help local business owners recognize and prevent financial fraud. Councillor Arjun Sidhu asked if the event would be open to all districts. Chief Andrea Holloway confirmed the workshop is free and open to everyone. Council endorsed the initiative and asked staff to promote it widely. Carried 6 to 1.
2025 Operating Budget Updates
Finance staff provided an update on the 2025 operating budget, noting adjustments to transit fares and waste management fees. Council directed staff to keep the public informed through the service alerts page. Carried unanimously.
Parking Study for 15 Mercer Street
The Roads Superintendent reported on a recent traffic count near 15 Mercer Street. Due to increased delivery vehicle activity, staff recommend temporary restrictions to keep traffic moving. Council approved the proposed changes pending the new by-law. Carried unanimously.
By-laws
The following by-laws were introduced and read a second time:
- By-law 2025-044: 2025 Tax Levy By-law
- By-law 2025-045: A by-law to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 2014-075 (parking restrictions on 15 Mercer Street)
- By-law 2025-046: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.