Council meeting, January 12, 2026
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price chaired the meeting. 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 in their official roles.
Delegations
Three members of the public shared their views. One resident from the Northgate neighbourhood mentioned snow removal timing. A Downtown BIA representative talked about winter business support. A youth group asked about better transit for students.
Reports and decisions
Student transit fares — The City approved a fare adjustment for the 2026 academic year. Student monthly passes will rise to $68.00 starting September 1, 2026, to help cover rising operating costs for Wrenford Transit. Carried unanimously.
Wrenford Ice Days 2027 — Council confirmed the return of the Wrenford Ice Days winter festival for Family Day weekend in February 2027. The event will feature free public skating and winter activities at Riverside Flats Park. Carried unanimously.
Winter parking enforcement — Staff recommended a stricter approach to enforcing the overnight parking ban during snow events. Council agreed to increase by-law enforcement patrols on main roads and residential streets while the ban is active. Carried 6-1, with Councillor Sidhu abstaining.
Community safety investment — Council reviewed the draft community safety investment framework. Members directed staff to prioritize lighting upgrades near the Tamsin River Trail and to expand the quiet neighbourhoods mediation service. Carried unanimously.
By-laws
By-law 2026-001: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting. Passed unanimously.
Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. You can view the full agenda and minutes on our website.