Council meeting, May 26, 2025
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price presided. Council members 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 to support the meeting.
Delegations
The meeting included two delegations. Sam, a Kingfisher resident, spoke about the need for safer pedestrian crossings near the new development on Corvid Way. A representative from the Downtown Wrenford Business Improvement Area addressed the council regarding the upcoming summer patio season and requested support for the new rental property licensing initiative.
Reports and decisions
Rental property licensing — The council reviewed the updated framework for the Residential Rental Property Licensing By-law. Staff confirmed that the new Wrenford eLicence Portal is now live, allowing landlords to submit applications and renewals online. You can find the application form and a step-by-step guide on the business licensing page. Council directed the Business department to launch a public awareness campaign in June to ensure all property owners are aware of the new requirements. Carried 7-0.
Ward boundary review — The council received the final report on the 2026 ward boundary review. Following public feedback from the spring engagement period, the council approved the updated ward maps to take effect for the October 2026 municipal election. The maps will be published on the elections page next week. You can view the draft maps and submit comments through the ward boundary review page. Carried 6-1, with Councillor Sidhu voting against due to concerns about rural representation.
Recreation programming and budget — The general manager of community services presented the proposed summer programming allocation for the Northgate Aquatic Centre. The budget supports the full summer schedule, including swim lessons, water polo, and the new youth aquatic camp. Council approved the allocation as presented, ensuring all programs remain accessible to residents. Carried 7-0.
Stormwater management update — Engineering staff provided an update on the Tamsin River Trail stormwater mitigation project. The new bioswales along the eastern trail corridor are ahead of schedule and are expected to reduce local flooding during spring runoff. Council thanked the public works team and approved the next phase of planting. Carried 7-0.
By-laws
The council passed the following by-laws:
- By-law 2025-073: A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2016-040 (rezoning of property on Corvid Way)
- By-law 2025-074: A by-law to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 2014-075 (speed limit on Northgate Boulevard)
- By-law 2025-075: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 7:42 p.m.