Council meeting, February 10, 2025
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price chaired the meeting. Present were 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). City Manager Robert Eng and City Clerk Nadia Kowalczyk attended. The meeting was livestreamed.
Delegations
A resident from the Kingfisher neighbourhood spoke about the opening dates for the Kingfisher Outdoor Pool and splash pad.
Reports and decisions
2025 Operating Budget. Council reviewed the proposed budget for the coming year. The report outlined funding for winter road maintenance, transit upgrades, and community programs. The budget was approved to move forward. Carried.
Winter Road Safety. City Manager Robert Eng provided an update on snow and ice removal. Residential streets are plowed once snow reaches 8 centimetres. Main roads are cleared from 5 centimetres. The City reminded drivers to park on the opposite side of the street during active snow events to keep lanes open. Carried.
Kingfisher Outdoor Pool. Staff reported on the upcoming summer season. Registration for programs opens the first Monday of March. The pool and splash pad will operate from late June to Labour Day. The City will award the construction tender in early spring to ensure a timely opening. Carried.
Water Line Protection. City Services asked residents to take steps to protect their water lines from freezing. Residents were advised to insulate outdoor taps and know where their interior shut-off valves are located. Carried.
By-laws
The following by-laws were passed:
- By-law 2025-014: A by-law to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 2014-075 (speed limit on Kingfisher Drive)
- By-law 2025-017: A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2016-040 (zoning amendment for 15 Mill Street)
- By-law 2025-018: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.