Planning and Environment Committee meeting, October 7, 2025
Meeting details
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Where: Council Chambers, Wrenford City Hall, 100 Mercer Street
Livestream: No
Attendance
Members present were Chair Councillor Priya Raman, Councillors Tom Beaudry, Arjun Sidhu, Helen Marchetti, and Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price. General Manager of Infrastructure and Planning Samuel Adeyemi and a Senior Planner attended with staff.
Delegations
Two delegations spoke. A resident from the Wildrye neighbourhood shared feedback on local green space. A representative from the Downtown Wrenford Business Improvement Area discussed sidewalk patio access.
Reports and decisions
Wildrye neighbourhood development plan — The committee reviewed the latest update to the neighbourhood plan. Staff recommended approving the plan with conditions to finish the streetscape design and confirm the stormwater layout before construction begins. Carried 4-0.
Zoning amendment for 45 Mercer Street — The committee examined a request to change the zoning for a mixed-use building. The committee recommended sending the application to City Council for a public hearing so residents can review the design. Carried 4-0.
Corvid Creek Ravine environmental study — The committee reviewed a report on trail safety and erosion along the ravine. The committee approved funding for a Phase 2 trail assessment to map safe walking routes and install drainage features. Carried 4-0.
Private tree removal permits — Staff presented a proposal to update the application process for the Tree Protection By-law. The committee recommended requiring a digital site plan to better protect mature trees during construction. Carried 4-0.
By-laws
No by-laws were passed. The committee recommends by-laws to City Council for final adoption.
Adjournment
The meeting ended at 5:15 p.m. You can view the full staff report and minutes on the Planning & Development page.