Council meeting, May 11, 2026
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. All seven councillors were present. City Manager Robert Eng and City Clerk Nadia Kowalczyk attended to support the meeting. You can watch the full livestream online.
Delegations
Council heard a brief presentation from a representative of the Downtown Wrenford Business Improvement Area about the upcoming Harvest on Mercer event. A resident from the Ambrel Lake neighbourhood also spoke in support of the new affordable housing project.
Reports and decisions
- 2026 Operating and Capital Budget: Council reviewed the proposed 2026 budget, which balances tax rate increases with service quality. This budget protects core services while keeping costs manageable for residents. You will see how this budget supports your daily needs. Council will vote on final adoption on May 12.
- Ambrel Lake Park Affordable Housing: Council approved the groundbreaking for a new 80-unit affordable rental project near Ambrel Lake Park. This development will add much-needed housing supply to the region and includes units for low- and moderate-income families.
- Summer Recreation Openings: Council confirmed the opening of the Kingfisher Outdoor Pool and Wildrye Splash Pad for the summer season. Staff have completed safety and operations training ahead of the July opening. You can check daily hours, admission fees, and water quality reports online.
- Northgate Aquatic Centre Renovations: Council noted that the Northgate Aquatic Centre will reopen on May 20 following summer renovations. The upgrades include a new 50-metre pool and waterslide, restoring public swim, lessons, and aquafit programmes.
- Transit Fare Assistance: Council directed staff to prepare a by-law amendment to support a new transit fare assistance programme, ensuring affordable access to Wrenford Transit for all residents.
By-laws
The following by-laws were passed:
- By-law 2026-061: Housing Land Bank By-law
- By-law 2026-063: A by-law to amend Fees and Charges By-law 2025-151 (2026 user fees)
- By-law 2026-064: A by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
All by-laws were carried on a unanimous vote.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.