Planning and Environment Committee meeting, November 5, 2024
Attendance
The following members were present:
- Councillor Priya Raman (Ward 2), Chair
- Councillor Tom Beaudry (Ward 3)
- Councillor Arjun Sidhu (Ward 5)
- Councillor Helen Marchetti (Ward 6)
- Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price (ex officio)
Staff in attendance included General Manager, Infrastructure and Planning Samuel Adeyemi and a Senior Planner.
Delegations
A resident from Wildrye spoke briefly about the splash pad and requested more shade structures for future seasons. A local business owner from Northgate shared feedback on the renovated change rooms and praised the new accessibility features.
Reports and Decisions
Wildrye Splash Pad Winterization
The committee reviewed the seasonal closing schedule for the splash pad. Staff recommended draining the system and protecting the equipment before the first frost. Carried. The splash pad will close for winterization work on November 12, 2024.
Northgate Aquatic Centre Reopening
Staff presented a report on the completed summer renovation. The project included upgrades to the pool deck, mechanical systems, and change rooms. The committee reviewed the final inspection report and approved the facility for public use. Carried. The recommendation was forwarded to City Council for formal adoption.
Site Plan Control Exemption – 45 Tamsin Street
The committee examined a planning report for a mixed-use development proposal. Staff confirmed the project met all zoning and design guidelines. Carried. The committee recommended that City Council grant a site plan control exemption to streamline the approval process.
2025 Outdoor Recreation Budget Review
General Manager Adeyemi presented a draft budget for outdoor facilities. The committee discussed staffing levels and equipment maintenance costs for the coming season. Carried. The revised budget was approved and sent to Council with a recommendation for a 3.5 per cent increase in the outdoor programming reserve.
By-laws
No by-laws were passed at this meeting. As a committee of City Council, the Planning and Environment Committee makes recommendations only. Council votes on all by-laws.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.