Planning and Environment Committee meetings 2025

The committee reviewed zoning updates for Wildrye, approved a community centre application, and recommended fee increases.

Planning and Environment Committee meeting, November 4, 2025

Attendance

Councillors Priya Raman, Tom Beaudry, Arjun Sidhu, and Helen Marchetti attended. Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price joined as an ex officio member. Staff in attendance included General Manager of Infrastructure and Planning Samuel Adeyemi and a Senior Planner.

Delegations

The committee heard from a resident regarding the proposed changes to the Zoning By-law near Ambrel Lake. A representative from the Downtown Wrenford Business Improvement Area also spoke about supporting mixed-use development in the downtown core.

Reports and decisions

  1. The committee reviewed a report on the draft Official Plan update for the Wildrye neighbourhood. Staff explained how the new zoning would allow for medium-density housing while protecting the natural ravine. The committee recommended approving the preliminary zoning map for public consultation. The motion was Carried unanimously.
  2. The committee discussed a development application for a new community centre on 45 Tamsin Street. After reviewing the environmental assessment, the committee recommended approval to Council with a condition for additional green space. The motion was Carried 4-0.
  3. A report on the proposed amendments to the Fees and Charges By-law was reviewed. The committee recommended increasing facility rental rates by five per cent to cover maintenance costs. The motion was Carried 4-0.
  4. The committee reviewed a report on the Site Alteration By-law enforcement. Staff recommended stricter penalties for unauthorized grading. The motion to forward the report to Council was Carried 4-0.
  5. The committee considered a request from a resident to hold a public hearing on the West Nile virus catch-basin treatment schedule. Staff explained that the programme is led by Tamsin Valley Public Health, but the committee agreed to add a public information session to the calendar. The motion was Carried 4-0.

By-laws

none (committees recommend; Council passes by-laws)

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 5:15 p.m.