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Meeting Date & Type | Council Attendance | Reference | Resolution |
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January 11, 2021 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Purple Camas Consulting Re: Request to Extend Retail Cannabis Sales Hours in the Township | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council direct staff to prepare a staff report to provide options to extend hours of operation for cannabis retailers in Esquimalt for Council’s consideration. Carried. (Councillor Hundleby, Councillor Morrison, and Councillor Vermeulen opposed). |
January 11, 2021 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 3008 - For Adoption | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, 2014, No. 2839, Amendment Bylaw [No. 10], 2020, No. 3008, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
January 11, 2021 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 3009 - For Adoption | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Streets and Traffic Regulation Bylaw, 2017, No. 2898, Amendment Bylaw [No. 4], 2020, No. 3009, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
January 11, 2021 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 3010 - For Adoption | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Business Regulation (Second Hand Dealers and Pawnbrokers), 2000, No. 2432, Amendment Bylaw [No. 1], 2020, No. 3010, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
January 11, 2021 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 3011 - For Adoption | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Animal Management Bylaw, 2015, No. 2841, Amendment Bylaw [No. 2], 2020, No. 3011, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
January 11, 2021 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-21-001 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council direct the Corporate Officer to prepare a Certified Resolution in support of the Greenwood Avenue Sidewalk Project submission to Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program - British Columbia (COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream) for funding of a new sidewalk on Greenwood Avenue between Kinver Street and Lampson Street, as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-21-001. Carried Unanimously. |
January 11, 2021 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-21-001 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: 1. That Council, upon considering comments made at the public hearing, resolves that Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 3012 attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-21-001, which would amend Official Community Plan - Schedule H, the ‘Development Permit Areas’ map, by changing the designation of 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390, Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 3012, from ‘DPA No. 3 - Enhanced Design Control Residential’ to ‘DPA No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential’ be read a third time, and 2. That Council, upon considering comments made at the public hearing, resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2994, attached as Appendix B to Staff Report DEV-21-001, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390, Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2994, from Two Family Residential [RD-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 132 [CD. No. 132], be read a third time, and 3. That, as the applicant wishes to assure Council that uses and development will be restricted and amenities provided as identified in Staff Report DEV-21-001, the applicant has voluntarily agreed to register a Section 219 Covenant on the title of 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390, Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683] in favour of the Township of Esquimalt providing the lands shall not be subdivided, built upon or used (as appropriate to the requirement, as drafted by the Township’s solicitor at the applicant’s expense) in the absence of all of the following: • The existing buildings will only be used for their current uses prior to demolition, • The number of dwelling units in the new development will remain at no more than five [5] units, as stated in Bylaw No. 2994, • Three (3) visitor parking spaces will be provided and remain as illustrated in the Site Plan, SK-1, attached in Appendix D of Staff Report DEV-21-001, • Installation of an electric vehicle charging station in each of the five [5] private garages and at each of the three [3] visitor parking spaces, • Installation of screening around the garbage and recycling area, • Installation of two visitor bicycle lockups within the parking area, and • A constraint on the future strata corporation that the rental of the units will not be restricted. To this end, Council direct staff to coordinate with the property owner to ensure a Section 219 Covenant addressing the aforementioned issues is registered against the property title, in priority to all financial encumbrances, prior to returning Amendment Bylaw No. 3012 and Amendment Bylaw No. 2994 to Council for consideration of adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Notice of Motion re: Regulation of Fireworks in Esquimalt | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: WHEREAS: Esquimalt’s current bylaw regulating the use of fireworks dates back to 2007; WHEREAS: Esquimalt Council has recently received (following Halloween) input from some Esquimalt residents calling for a ban on fireworks, noting that they cause air pollution, that the associated noise can scare wildlife and domestic pets, and that the explosions can cause harm to humans and animals; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That Council approve, in principle, a ban on the sale and use of fireworks in Esquimalt and direct staff to draft a report on how to best move forward with this ban. The report should briefly explore approaches taken by other municipalities, issues around enforcement, and the possibility of the Esquimalt Fire Department occasionally holding brief fireworks displays to commemorate special events. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Notice of Motion re: Membership with Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce | Moved by Mayor Desjardins, seconded by Councillor Armour: WHEREAS: The municipalities of Victoria, Saanich, View Royal and Colwood are currently members, which reflects the regional impact of The Chamber. AND WHEREAS: Esquimalt supports the Esquimalt Chamber of Commerce and its local business representation. AND WHEREAS: The greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce work with local Chambers and take a regional approach to their work. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That Township of Esquimalt become a member of the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce for 2021. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No.: DEV-20-086 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council resolves that Development Permit No. DP000143 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-086] authorizing the renovations to the façade and the new signage for the existing building as detailed in the architectural plans (including signage) provided by Finlayson Bonet Architecture Ltd., with pages stamped “Received December 4, 2020” and “Received October 7, 2020”, the coordination and grading plan by JE Anderson and Associates stamped “Received October 19, 2020, and the landscape plan by LADR Landscape Architects stamped “Received December 4, 2020” be approved, and (subject to receipt of the required landscape security) staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property located at 836 Viewfield Road [PID 003-882-497; Amended Lot 5 (DD 238951I), Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 808] and; That Council resolves that Development Variance Permit No. DVP00106 [Appendix B of staff report DEV-20-086] authorizing an increase to the permitted height for a building (or structure, the bucket loader and malt silos) as illustrated on the architectural plans provided by Finlayson Bonet Architecture Ltd. stamped “Received December 4, 2020”, and the coordination and grading plan by JE Anderson and Associates stamped N*“Received October 19, 2020”, and including the following relaxations to Zoning Bylaw 1992, No. 2050, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located 836 Viewfield Road [PID 003-882-497; Amended Lot 5 (DD 238951I), Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 808]: Zoning Bylaw 1992, No. 2050, Section 53 (4) Building Height: An increase to the permitted height of a building (or structure) from 10 metres to 19.5 metres for the ‘Bucket Loader’, and 13.5 metres for the ‘Malt Silos’, for a variance of 9.5 metres. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No.: DEV-20-085 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council resolves that Development Permit No. DP000147 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-085] authorizing the proposed development (form and character, natural environment, greenhouse gas and water conservation) of a new Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed in accordance with the BCLS Site Plan prepared by Brent Mayenburg, Wey Mayenburg Land Surveying Inc., is consistent with the architectural plans and landscape plan prepared by Adapt Design, all stamped “Received October 1, 2020” be approved, and (subject to receipt of the required landscape security) staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property located at 481 S. Joffre Street [PID 003-150-909, Lot 4, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 4729]N*4185. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-087 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: 1. That Council resolves that Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 3012 attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-087, which would amend Official Community Plan - Schedule H, the ‘Development Permit Areas’ map, by changing the designation of 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390, Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 3012, from ‘DPA No. 3 - Enhanced Design Control Residential’ to ‘DPA No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential’ be read a first and second time, and 2. That Council resolves that Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 3012 attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-087 has been considered in conjunction with the Township financial plan and the regional waste management plan in accordance with Section 477 of the Local Government Act. 3. That Council resolves to rescind third reading of Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2994, attached as Appendix B to Staff Report DEV-20-087, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390, Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2994, from Two Family Residential [RD-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 132 [CD. No. 132], and 4. Subject to any Ministerial Order, that Council authorizes the Corporate Officer to schedule a Public Hearing for Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 3012 and Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2994, mail notices and advertise for same in the local newspaper. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-088 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council: 1. direct staff to proceed with initiating an appraisal of the property located at 820 Dunsmuir Road using contingency funding, or alternate account at the discretion of the Director of Financial Services; 2. direct staff to work with the applicant on a development that would retain the registered heritage building prior to preparing a Heritage Designation Bylaw [820 Dunsmuir Road] for Council’s consideration at a future Council meeting; and, 3. return to Council for further consideration of Heritage Designation for the property at a future Council meeting. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-028 | Moved by Mayor Desjardins, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve the implementation of Traffic Order 1319 for a “Loading Zone” between 7am and 10pm on the east side of Garrett Place, commencing at a point 9.0m from the intersection of Dunsmuir Road, and continuing southerly for a distance of 10.0m as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-20-028. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-027 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council does not approve Boulevard Alteration Permit No. 00048 for 1137 Greenwood Avenue and direct staff to work with the resident to remove the material and items from the boulevard as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-20-027. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-019 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council give first, second and third readings to Business Regulation (Second Hand Dealers and Pawnbrokers) Bylaw, 2000, No. 2432, Amendment Bylaw [No. 1], 2020, No. 3010. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-018 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council give first, second and third readings to the Streets and Traffic Regulation Bylaw, 2017, No. 2898, Amendment Bylaw No. 4, 2020, No. 3009. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-020 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council give first, second and third readings to Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, 2014, No. 2839, Amendment Bylaw [No. 10], No. 3008, 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
December 21, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-017 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council give first, second and third readings to Animal Management Bylaw, 2015, No. 2841, Amendment Bylaw [No. 2], 2020, No. 3011. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Email, Vancouver Island Transportation Corridor Coalition, Re: E&N Corridor Support | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council direct staff to prepare a letter on behalf of Mayor and Council acknowledging support for the Vancouver Island Transportation Corridor Coalition organization as requested in the email from Jack Peake, Vancouver Island Transportation Corridor Coalition, dated November 26, 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. DEV-20-079 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2999, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-079, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 481 South Joffre Street [PID 003-150-909, Lot 4, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 4729], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2999, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 141 [CD. No. 141], be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. DEV-20-080 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council resolve that Development Permit No. DP000144 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-080] authorizing the design of the proposed seven-unit townhouse development, consistent with survey plan prepared by James Worton, BCLS, Powell and Associates, stamped “Received October 30, 2020”, consistent with the rendering stamped “Received November 18, 2020, the colour board stamped “Received August 6, 2020, the architectural plans provided by Burrows Holdings Ltd., stamped “Received October 30, 2020”, and the landscape plans by Keith Grant Landscape Architecture Ltd. stamped “Received August 6, 2020” be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property resulting from the consolidation of the properties at 636 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-211; Lot 3 of Suburban Lot 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] and 640 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-157; Lot 2, Suburban Lots 50 and 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565]. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. DEV-20-082 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Mayor Desjardins: That Council approve Temporary Use Permit No. TUP00011 for a one year period, authorizing the site to be temporarily used as a ‘Construction Laydown Site’ during the construction of the building at 687 Admirals Road and staff be directed to issue the permit subject to the conditions contained within TUP00011, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-082, and register the notice on the title of the properties located at 856 Esquimalt Road [PID: 026-691-418; Lot A Section 11 Esquimalt District Plan VIP80973] and 858 Esquimalt Road [PID: 002-925-966, Lot 2 Section 11 Esquimalt District Plan 23904]. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. DEV-20-081 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: 1. That Council approve Development No. DP000151 attached as Appendix A to staff Report No. DEV-20-081, authorizing the addition to an accessory building as illustrated on the architectural drawings by Samantha Weeks Design Group, stamped “Received October 19, 2020”, and staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property located at PID 002-705-141, Lot 3 Suburban Lot 47 Esquimalt District Plan 25909 [445 Foster Street]. 2. That Council approve Development Variance Permit No. DVP00111 attached as Appendix B to Staff Report No. DEV-20-081, including the following variances to Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, as illustrated on the architectural drawings by Samantha Weeks Design Group, stamped “Received October 19, 2020”, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the titles of the property located at PID 002-705-141, Lot 3 Suburban Lot 47 Esquimalt District Plan 25909 [445 Foster Street]: Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, 36 (6)(b) - Building Height: to increase the maximum allowed Height for an Accessory Building from 3.6 metres to 7.46 metres. Carried. (Councillor Hundleby opposed) |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No.DEV-20-084 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council resolve that Development Permit No. DP000146, attached as “Appendix A” of staff report DEV-20-084, authorizing the form and character of the proposed development of four (4) stacked townhouse dwelling units as sited on the survey plan prepared by J.E. Anderson and Associates stamped “Received April 20, 2020”, consistent with the architectural plans provided by Victoria Design Group., stamped “Received November 24, 2020”, and the landscape plan by Greenspace Designs. stamped “Received November 24, 2020”, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of 876 Dunsmuir Road [PID 001-586-971; Lot 77, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 265]. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. EPW-20-025 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve the Township’s participation in a three-year pilot project for a revised default speed limit (40 km/hr.) for roads without continuous yellow centreline markings (residential) as outlined in Staff Report No.EPW-20-025 and direct staff to advise the District of Saanich accordingly. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. EPW-20-26 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council: 1. Approve Traffic Order No. 1317 - 1 hour parking from 9am-5pm Monday through Friday in front of 1234 Esquimalt Road and Traffic Order No. 1318 - 1 hour parking from 9am-5pm Monday through Friday in front of 1314 Esquimalt Road, as attached to Staff Report EPW-20-026; and, 2. Rescind Traffic Order No. 745 - 1 hour parking from 9am-5pm Monday through Friday on the north side of Esquimalt Road between Constance Avenue and Memorial Park and Traffic Order No. 762 - 15 minute loading zone from 9am-5pm Monday through Friday in front of 1234 Esquimalt Road. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. FIN-20-016 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council direct staff to bring forward draft Council Policy ADMIN-32 - Local Grants as amended, and attached to Staff Report No. FIN-20-016 to a future Committee of the Whole meeting following consultation with established events groups and in the interim assume status quo with existing version of policy. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. FIN-20-021 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Mayor Desjardins: That Council receive Staff Report No. FIN-20-021 for information. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Staff Report No. ADM-20-027 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council appoint Councillor Meagan Brame, as recommended by Mayor Desjardins, to the CRD Regional Housing Trust Fund Commission for a two-year term commencing January 1, 2021, and further direct staff to advise the Capital Regional District accordingly. Carried Unanimously. |
December 7, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | Public Hearing Staff Report No. DEV-20-083 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Armour: 1. That Council, upon considering comments made at the public hearing, resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2988, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-083, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 874 Fleming Street [PID 002-900-246, Lot B, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 25267], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2988, from Multiple Family Residential [RM-4] to Comprehensive Development District No. 130 [CD. No. 130], be read a third time; and 2. That, as the applicant wishes to assure Council that uses and development will be restricted and amenities provided as identified in Staff Report no. DEV-20-083, the applicant has voluntarily agreed to register a Section 219 Covenant on the title for 874 Fleming Street, [PID 002-900-246, Lot B, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 25267], in favour of the Township of Esquimalt, providing the lands shall not be subdivided, built upon or used (as appropriate to the requirement, as drafted by the Township’s solicitor at the applicant’s expense) in the absence of, but not limited to, the following: • Constructing the building to Step 3 of the BC Energy Step Code. • Ensuring tree protection for the significant arbutus tree located on the southeast portion of the site. • Prohibiting stratification and sale of the units within the building to any person or organization except BC Housing. • Providing amenity spaces as detailed on Sheet D05 of the architectural plans attached as Appendix C to Staff Report DEV-20-083. • Providing Level 1 Electric Car Charging Stations for not less than 7 parking spaces. • Providing electrical conduit to the remaining 60 parking spaces to support future Level 1 electric vehicle charging upgrades. • Providing sufficient power and electrical panel infrastructure to support future electrical vehicle charging upgrades to supply Level 1 charging to the remaining 60 parking spaces. • Providing electric mobility scooter parking, including charging infrastructure, for not less than 14 mobility scooters. • Providing electric bicycle parking, including charging infrastructure for not less than 50% of bicycle lock ups. • Securing 13 Visitor Parking spaces in perpetuity. • Securing 1 Loading Space in perpetuity. • Prohibition on the use of natural gas as an energy source for the space heating needs of the building. To this end, Council direct staff and legal counsel for the Township to coordinate with the property owner to ensure a Section 219 Covenant addressing the aforementioned issues is registered on the property title, in priority to all financial encumbrances, prior to returning Amendment Bylaw No. 2988 to Council for consideration of adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
November 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-077 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: 1. That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3007, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-077, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 851 Lampson Street [PID 005-778-441, Parcel A (DD 19978W) of Lot 12, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 7500], shown cross-hatched on Schedule “A” of Amendment Bylaw No. 3007, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 134 [CD. No. 134], be read a third time; and 2. That, as the applicant wishes to assure Council that uses and development will be restricted and amenities provided as identified in Staff Report DEV-20-077, the applicant has voluntarily agreed to register a Section 219 Covenant on the title of 851 Lampson Street [PID 005-778-441, Parcel A (DD 19978W) of Lot 12, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 7500] in favour of the Township of Esquimalt providing the lands shall not be subdivided, built upon or used (as appropriate to the requirement, as drafted by the Township’s solicitor at the applicant’s expense) in the absence of all of the following: · The existing buildings will only be used for their current uses prior to demolition, · The number of dwelling units in the new development will remain at no more than four [4] units, as stated in Bylaw No. 3007, · One (1) visitor parking space will be provided and remain as illustrated in the Site Plan, SK-1, attached in Appendix D of Staff Report DEV-20-077, · Installation of a Level 2 electric vehicle charging station in each of the four [4] private garages and at the visitor parking space, · The development will be constructed to meet Step 3 of the BC Energy Step Code, · Installation of five (5) visitor bicycle lockups as illustrated in the Site Plan, SK-1, attached in Appendix D of Staff Report DEV-20-077, · A constraint on the future strata corporation that the rental of the units will not be restricted, and · Tree protection fencing will be installed and maintained around the Township’s Pine tree throughout construction and the critical root zone will remain undisturbed and free of deposit or storage of any material related to construction activity. To this end, Council direct staff and legal counsel for the Township to coordinate with the property owner to ensure a Section 219 Covenant addressing the aforementioned issues is registered against the property title, in priority to all financial encumbrances, prior to returning Amendment Bylaw No. 3007 to Council for consideration of adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
November 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-073 | Moved by Councillor Vermeulen, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council resolves that Development Variance Permit No. DVP00108 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-073] authorizing an animated (digital) sign, to be used as a menu-board, consistent with the plans provided by Pride Signs, stamped “Received September 16, 2020”, and including the following relaxations to Sign Regulations Bylaw, 1996, No. 2252, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property 1149 Esquimalt Road [PID 001-122-134; Lot A, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 42081]; Vary Sign Regulation Bylaw, 1996, No. 2252, Part 6 - Prohibitions (6.1)(h) and (k) To allow an animated (digital) sign board that will have the ability to have animations, changes in colour and copy on more than 30% of the display surface. Carried Unanimously. |
November 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-078 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council, by resolution, cancel Development Permit No. DP000105, (Attached as Appendix “A” to staff report DEV-20-078) being a development permit for a duplex at 480 & 482 Grafton Street, (PID:000-127-833), Lot 5 Esquimalt Plan VIP1428, Subsidy Lot 29. Carried Unanimously. |
November 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-023 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approve the following: Amendment: Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That the motion be amended by adding the word "early" before budget request for the 2021-2025 Financial Plan. Carried Unanimously. That vote was taken on the Main Motion as Amended and declared Carried Unanimously. |
November 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-022 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approve the reallocation of $33,700 from Sewer Fund Loan Proceeds, as set out in Staff Report EPW-20-022. Carried Unanimously. |
November 9, 2020 - Regular Committee of the Whole | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-066 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council direct staff to prepare a report based on the comments received at COTW in relation to Staff Report No. DEV-20-066 for consideration at a future Council meeting. Carried. (Councillor Helliwell and Councillr Hundleby opposed). |
November 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-075 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, 36 (6)(a) - Building Height: to increase the maximum allowed Height from 7.3 metres to 7.6 metres. Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, 36 (8)(a) - Lot Coverage: to increase the maximum allowed Lot Coverage from 30% of the Area of a Parcel to 31.6% of the Area of a Parcel. Carried Unanimously. |
November 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-074 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council resolves that Housing Agreement (874 Fleming Street) Bylaw, 2020, No. 2993, attached as Appendix A of Staff Report DEV-20-074, be given first, second, and third readings. Carried Unanimously. |
November 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-020 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council direct staff to issue the payment of $2,750 to Esquimalt High School for the purpose of funding athletic program expenditures, as attached to Staff Report No. FIN-20-020. Carried Unanimously. |
November 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-019 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council approve the 2021-2025 Financial Plan and Budget Schedule as amended and attached to Staff Report No. FIN-20-019 including a revision to move the actions scheduled for January 18, 2021 to January 25, 2021. Carried Unanimously. |
November 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-025 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approve the 2021 Regular Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting Schedule as amended, with the revisions to the 3 January meetings, and Council Appointments to external and internal Committees as amended and recommended by Mayor Desjardins. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | FCM Standing Committee Support Request, Councillor Ken Armour | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council: 1) support Councillor Armour’s application to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to sit on their Standing Committee - Municipal Finance and Intergovernmental Arrangements and further approve any conference and meeting costs associated with this position; and 2) direct staff to prepare a letter of support for this application signed by Mayor Desjardins on behalf of Council, outlining the importance of this representation for the Township in particular regarding the Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILT) received from the Federal Government. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 3004 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That the Tax Exemption (Non-Profit Organizations) Bylaw, 2020, No. 3004, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-072 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council resolves that Amendment Bylaw No. 3000, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-072, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 876 Dunsmuir Road [PID 001-586-971, Lot 77, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 265], shown cross-hatched on Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 3000, from Two Family Residential [RD-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 142 [CD. No. 142], be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-071 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: 1. That Council resolves to rescind second reading of Bylaw No. 3007, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-071, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 851 Lampson Street [PID 005-778-441, Parcel A (DD 19978W) of Lot 12, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 7500], shown cross-hatched on Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 3007, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 134 [CD. No. 134], amend and read anew a second time; and 2. That Council waive the Public Hearing, a second time, pursuant to Local Government Act, Section 464(2) for Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3007, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-071 and direct staff to proceed with appropriate public notification and return the bylaw to Council for consideration of third reading. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-071 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: 1. That Council resolves to rescind second reading of Bylaw No. 3007, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-071, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 851 Lampson Street [PID 005-778-441, Parcel A (DD 19978W) of Lot 12, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 7500], shown cross-hatched on Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 3007, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 134 [CD. No. 134], amend and read anew a second time; and 2. That Council waive the Public Hearing, a second time, pursuant to Local Government Act, Section 464(2) for Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3007, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-071 and direct staff to proceed with appropriate public notification and return the bylaw to Council for consideration of third reading. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-069 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: 1. That Council resolves that Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 3005 attached as Appendix ‘A’ of Staff Report DEV-20-069, which would amend the ‘Proposed Land Use Designations’ map, thereby changing the designation of 842 Carrie Street [PID 000-385-336, Lot 14, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 276] shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 3005, from ‘DPA No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential’ to ‘DPA No. 3 - Enhanced Design Control Residential’ be given second reading; and 2. That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3006 attached as Appendix ‘B’ to Staff Report DEV-20-069, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 842 Carrie Street [PID 000-385-336, Lot 14, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 276], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 3006, from Single Family Residential [RS-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 133 [CD. No. 133], be given second reading; and 2. Subject to any Ministerial Order, that Council authorizes the Corporate Officer to schedule a Public Hearing for Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 3005 and Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3006, mail notices and advertise for same in the local newspaper. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-067 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council resolves to rescind third reading of Checkout Bag Regulation Bylaw, 2019, No. 2953, attached as Appendix B to Staff Report DEV-20-067; amend and read anew a third time; and further, That Council authorize the Corporate Officer to submit the bylaw as amended, to the Minister of the Environment for Provincial approval prior to returning the bylaw to Council for consideration of adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
October 26, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-026 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council provide the following comment pertaining to the taxi application for V.I.P. Taxi Service and taxi services in general, as set out in Staff Report ADM-20-026: That Council encourage the use of electric or hybrid taxi vehicles for taxi services within the Township and direct staff to forward this comment to the Passenger Transportation Board for consideration of this and future applications. Carried Unanimously. |
October 5, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Cory Heavener, Provincial Director of Child Welfare, dated October 1, 2020, Re: Foster Family Month | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Mayor Desjardins, on behalf of the Township of Esquimalt, proclaim the month of October to be Foster Family Month for the Government of BC, as requested in the email from Cory Heavener, Provincial Director of Child Welfare, dated October 1, 2020, Re: Foster Family Month. Carried Unanimously. |
October 5, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from District of Saanich, dated July 22, 2020, Re: Anticoagulant Rodenticides in the District of Saanich | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council direct staff to prepare a staff report for Council's consideration providing potential options and rationale for regulating the use of anticoagulant rodenticides in Esquimalt as requested in the email from Rachel Mattiuz, Administrative Assistant to the Mayor, District of Saanich, dated July 22, 2020, Re: Anticoagulant Rodenticides in the District of Saanich for Council's consideration. Carried Unanimously. |
October 5, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from South Island Prosperity Partnership, dated September 28, 2020, Re Rising Economy Week Proclamation Request | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Mayor Desjardins, on behalf of the Township of Esquimalt, proclaim the week of November 6 - 20 to be Rising Economy Week for the South Island Prosperity Partnership on an annual basis, as requested in the email from Graeme Wheeler, SIPP, dated September 28, 2020, Re Rising Economy Week Proclamation Request. Carried Unanimously. |
October 5, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-063 | Moved by Councillor Armour, Seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council resolves that Development Permit No. DP000131 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-063] authorizing a large Real Estate sign at the Oakwoods development site, consistent with the B.C. Land Surveyor’s Building Location Certificate prepared by J.E. Anderson and Associates, and the drawing provided by the applicant, both stamped ‘Received Sept 9, 2020’, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property located at 429 Lampson Street [PID 023-009-331, Lot B, Esquimalt District, Plan VIP60066]; and That Council resolves that Development Variance Permit No. DVP00096 [Appendix B of staff report DEV-20-063] authorizing a large Real Estate sign at the Oakwoods development site consistent with the B.C. Land Surveyor’s Building Location Certificate prepared by J.E. Anderson and Associates, and the drawing provided by the applicant, both stamped ‘Received Sept 9, 2020’, and including the following relaxation to Sign Regulations Bylaw, 1996, No. 2252, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located 429 Lampson Street [PID 023-009-331, Lot B, Esquimalt District, Plan VIP60066]: Vary Sign Regulation Bylaw, 1999, No. 2252, Real Estate Signs, Section 9.13.3 Sign Area and Dimensions - A variance to the maximum sign area permitted for a Real Estate Sign advertising the sale of a portion of the property, from 1.5 square metres to 11.0 square metres, for a variance of 9.5 square metres. Carried. (Councillor Brame, Hundleby, and Vermeulen opposed) |
October 5, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-065 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council, having considered Sections 475 and 476 of the Local Government Act, authorize staff to circulate the Official Community Plan amendment, detailing a change to Official Community Plan, Schedule H - Development Permit Areas, for the parcel identified as 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390; Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683], from Development Permit Area No.3 - Enhanced Design Control Residential to Development Permit Area No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential, that is required for Council to further consider approval of a rezoning of the subject property to permit the use of the parcel as five Townhouse Residential units, to those persons, organizations, and authorities identified in Appendix “A” of Staff Report DEV-20-065. Carried Unanimously. |
September 28, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Rise & Report | At its September 28, 2020 In Camera meeting Council passed the following resolution: That Council direct staff to post all executed agreements to date pertaining to the Esquimalt Town Square Project to the Municipal website for public information. |
September 28, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB), dated September 18, 2020, Re: Extensions of Temporary Expanded Service Area Authorizations and Off-site Sale Authorizations | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council: 1. Receive the correspondence from Mary Sue Maloughney, Assistant Deputy Minister and General Manager, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB), dated September 18, 2020, Re: Extensions of Temporary Expanded Service Area Authorizations and Off-site Sale Authorizations, and; 2. Direct staff to prepare a letter in support of the LCLB decision to extend the application and use period to October 31, 2021. Carried Unanimously. |
September 28, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-064 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: 1. That Council resolves that Bylaw No. 3007, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-064, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 851 Lampson Street [PID 005-778-441, Parcel A (DD 19978W) of Lot 12, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 7500], shown cross-hatched on Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 3007, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 134 [CD. No. 134], be given first and second readings; and 2. That Council waive the Public Hearing pursuant to Local Government Act, Section 464(2) for Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3007, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-064 and direct staff to proceed with appropriate public notification and return the bylaw to Council for consideration of third reading. Carried Unanimously. |
September 28, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-061 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: 1. That Council authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to establish an internal Climate Working Group to make recommendations to the Senior Leadership Team on climate action strategies for the municipality; Amendment Motion: Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Brame: That the Main Motion be amended to add as bullet no. 5: The vote was taken on the Main Motion as Amended and declared Carried Unanimously. |
September 28, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-017 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council give first, second and third readings to Tax Exemption (Non-Profit Organizations) Bylaw, 2020, No. 3004, as attached to Staff Report FIN-20-017. Carried Unanimously. |
September 14, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Vermeulen Absent | Letter from Mayor Helps, City of Victoria, dated August 31, 2020, Re: 1980 Firefighting Mutual Aid Agreement | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council: 1. Receive the correspondence from Mayor Helps, City of Victoria, dated August 31, 2020, Re: 1980 Firefighting Mutual Aid Agreement. 2. Direct staff to prepare a report for Council consideration. Carried Unanimously. |
September 14, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Vermeulen Absent | Memorandum from the Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, Seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council request that the consultant ensure the public engagement materials include strong visuals of the proposed system including the district energy component and more clearly explain the revenue sources and their degree of certainty. Carried Unanimously. |
September 14, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Vermeulen Absent | Memorandum from the Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) | Moved by Councillor Morrison, Seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council undertake a review of the Tree Protection bylaw with an eye to incorporating urban forest health and climate adaptation. Carried Unanimously. |
September 14, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Vermeulen Absent | Staff Report No. DEV-20-062 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: 1. That Council resolves that Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 3005 attached as Appendix ‘A’ of Staff Report DEV-20-062, which would amend the ‘Proposed Land Use Designations’ map, thereby changing the designation of 842 Carrie Street [PID 000-385-336, Lot 14, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 276] shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 3005, from ‘DPA No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential’ to ‘DPA No. 3 - Enhanced Design Control Residential’ be given first reading; and 2. That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3006 attached as Appendix ‘B’ to Staff Report DEV-20-062, with an amendment to exlude secondary suites in the smaller building, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 842 Carrie Street [PID 000-385-336, Lot 14, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 276], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 3006, from Single Family Residential [RS-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 141 [CD. No. 141], be given first reading. Carried Unanimously. |
August 31, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-060 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council authorize the Mayor to sign the attached letter in support of the City of Victoria’s and District of Saanich’s grant application for the Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative administered by Natural Resources Canada. Carried Unanimously. |
August 31, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-058 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: 1. That Council adopts Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 2964, attached to Staff Report DEV-20-058 as Appendix A, which would: · amend Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922 by changing Schedule ‘B’, being the Proposed Land Use Designations Map by changing the designation of 616 Constance Avenue [PID 000-713-465 Lot 95, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 620 Constance Avenue [PID 000-819-832 Lot 4, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], 619 Nelson Street [PID 006-393-608 Lot 84, Suburban Lots 44 and 45, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 623 Nelson Street [PID 006-278-647 Lot 3, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], and 1326 Miles Street [PID 006-375-723 Lot 96, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854] + [PID 006-375-693 Lot 85, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], all shown cross hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2964, from ‘High Density Residential’ to ‘Commercial/Commercial Mixed-Use’; and · amend Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922 by changing Schedule ‘H’, being the Development Permit Areas Map by changing the designation of 616 Constance Avenue [PID 000-713-465 Lot 95, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 620 Constance Avenue [PID 000-819-832 Lot 4, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], 619 Nelson Street [PID 006-393-608 Lot 84, Suburban Lots 44 and 45, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 623 Nelson Street [PID 006-278-647 Lot 3, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], and 1326 Miles Street [PID 006-375-723 Lot 96, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854] + [PID 006-375-693 Lot 85, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], all shown cross hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2964, from Development Permit Area No.6 - Multi-Family Residential to Development Permit Area No.4 - Commercial; and 2. That Council adopts Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2965, attached to Staff Report DEV-20-058 as Appendix B, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 by changing the zoning designation of 616 Constance Avenue [PID 000-713-465 Lot 95, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 620 Constance Avenue [PID 000-819-832 Lot 4, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], 619 Nelson Street [PID 006-393-608 Lot 84, Suburban Lots 44 and 45, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 623 Nelson Street [PID 006-278-647 Lot 3, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], and 1326 Miles Street [PID 006-375-723 Lot 96, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854] + [PID 006-375-693 Lot 85, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], all shown cross hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2965, from RM-1 [Multiple Family Residential] to CD No. 121 [Comprehensive Development District No. 121]. Carried. (Councillor Morrison opposed) |
August 31, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-059 | Moved by Mayor Desjardins, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council adopts Housing Agreement Bylaw, 2019, No. 2981, attached as Appendix A of Staff Report DEV-20-059, for 616 & 620 Constance Avenue, 619 & 623 Nelson Street and 1326 Miles Street. Carried Unanimously. |
August 31, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. P&R-20-004 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Mayor Desjardins: That Council: a. award Knappett Construction Inc the contract for construction of the multi-purpose building project at Esquimalt Gorge Park and direct staff to finalize the construction contract details; and, b. direct staff to request approval from the Capital Regional District for the transfer of more than 20% of the funds from the McLoughlin Point Amenity - Recreation Improvements Reserve Fund to the McLoughlin Point Amenity - Waterfront Parks Reserve Fund that are required for the project and the remainder of funds be transferred to the Public Safety Building project; and, c. should the Capital Regional District not permit the transfer of more than 20% of the McLoughlin Point Amenity Funds, direct staff to transfer 20% of the funds from the Recreation Improvements Reserve Fund to the Waterfront Parks Reserve Fund ($1,000,000) and enter into long-term borrowing for the remaining funds required for the project ($1,909,437) d. direct staff to actively apply for and pursue any applicable grant funding opportunities in order to reduce the amount of funds necessary from long-term borrowing. Carried Unanimously. |
August 31, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-014 | Moved by Mayor Desjardins, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council review the Deer Study Proposal and direct staff to enter into a contract with the proponent to engage in a deer immunocontraception study in the Township for the upcoming three years. Carried. (Councillor Helliwell and Morrison opposed) |
August 17, 2020 | All Present | Email from Lapis Homes, dated July 29, 2020, Re: Esquimalt Policies - Middle Housing | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council direct staff to prepare a staff report that responds to the questions raised by Ryan Jabs, President, Community Builder, Lapis Homes in his letter dated July 29, 2020, Re: Esquimalt Housing - Middle Housing which included 1. Sprinkler systems in small buildings and 2. Underground systems in small buildings; and to also provide a comparison between the existing Township of Esquimalt and City of Victoria policies. Carried Unanimously. |
August 17, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-057 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council, having considered Sections 475 and 476 of the Local Government Act, authorize staff to circulate the Official Community Plan amendment concept plan, attached as Appendix “B” to Staff Report DEV-20-057, detailing the proposed development of the Public Safety Building to be located at: |
August 17, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-054 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Brame: |
August 17, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-055 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council resolves that Bylaw No. 3000, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No.DEV-20-055, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 876 Dunsmuir Road [PID 001-586-971, Lot 77, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 265], shown cross-hatched on Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 3000, from Two Family Residential [RD-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 142 [CD. No. 142], be given third reading. Carried Unanimously. |
August 17, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-056 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3002” (Appendix “A”), as attached to Staff Report DEV-20-056, which would delete Section 67.100 (4) of the Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, be given third reading and adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
August 17, 2020 | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-014 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council adopt the Township of Esquimalt 2019 Annual Report as attached to Staff Report ADM-20-014. Carried Unanimously. |
August 4, 2020 - Special Council | Councillor Armour Absent | Staff Report No. DEV-20-053 | Moved by Councillor Brame, Seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3003 [Appendix A] as attached to Staff Report DEV-20-053, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by adding text as detailed in the contents of amending Bylaw No. 3003, be given third reading and adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
August 4, 2020 - Special Council | Councillor Armour Absent | Staff Report No. DEV-20-053 | Moved by Councillor Brame, Seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3003 [Appendix A] as attached to Staff Report DEV-20-053, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by adding text as detailed in the contents of amending Bylaw No. 3003, be given third reading and adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Verbal Report from Mayor Desjardins, Re: Email from Lois Blackmore, dated June 26, 2020, Re: Request for Approval of Signage | Moved by Mayor Desjardins, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council, in addition to referring the Email from Lois Blackmore, dated June 26, 2020, Re: Request for Approval of Signage, to the Parks and recreation Advisory Committee, also approve wording on the plaque to acknowledge “Jim Barlup”, as the creator of the Rhododendron hybrid planted in the new Rhododendron area of Gorge Park, Esquimalt. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-052 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council resolve not to require dedication of park land or any monetary equivalent in lieu of park land dedication pursuant to Section 510 (6) (a) of the Local Government Act, given the unique circumstances related to the proposed subdivision. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-049 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council authorize the Mayor and the Chief Administrative Officer to execute the Reciprocal Easements, Section 219 Covenant, Equitable Charges and Cost Sharing Agreement and associated Land Titles documents, for the subdivision of the Esquimalt Town Square substantially in the form as attached to Staff Report No. DEV-20-049 as Appendix "A". Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-051 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council approve Development Permit No. DP000142 for a four-parcel subdivision (three lots and a remainder parcel) at 1235 Esquimalt Road; PID 029-349-311; legally described as Lot 1 Section 11 Suburban Lot 40 Esquimalt District Plan EPP32782; attached as Schedule "A" to Staff Report DEV-20-051, and instruct staff to issue the Development Permit and register a notice on title. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-048 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council direct staff to proceed with alternative options 2 & 3 as outlined in Staff Report DEV-20-048: |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-050 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-014 | Moved by Councillor Vermeulen, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve revised Council Policy FIN-16 Permissive Tax Exemptions, as attached to Staff Report FIN-20-014. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-008 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: As per the current public health authority restrictions regarding large social gatherings, the Township of Esquimalt will not accept or approve any local grant applications for community events involving large social gatherings for the remainder of 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-005 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: As per the current public health authority restrictions regarding large social gatherings, the Township of Esquimalt will not accept or approve any local grant applications for community events involving large social gatherings for the remainder of 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-013 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council receive and approve the 2019 Statement of Financial Information as attached to Staff Report No. FIN-20-013. Carried Unanimously. |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-019 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council: |
July 13, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-047 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Notice of Motion re: streets and sidewalk cleaning by Mayor Barbara Desjardins and Councillor Meagan Brame | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Mayor Desjardins: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Lois Blackmore, dated June 26, 2020, Re: Request for Approval of Signage | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That the communications from Lois Blackmore, dated June 26, 2020, Re: Request for Approval of Signage, be forwarded to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee for discussion. Carried Unanimously. |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 3001 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw, 2012 No. 2792, Amendment Bylaw 2020, No. 3001, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-046 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: 1. That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 3002” (Appendix “A”), as attached to Staff Report DEV-20-046, which would delete Section 67.100 (4) of the Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, be given first and second readings, and |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-036 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-036 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-041 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-040 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Armour: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-042 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approves Development Variance Permit No. DVP00103 [Appendix A] including the following variances to Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 and Parking Bylaw, 1992, No. 2011, specifically for the proposed Lot ‘B’ as delineated in the surveyor’s site plan provided by James Worton, B.C.L.S., stamped “Received May 26, 2020”, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the titles of the properties located at PID 005-164-194, Lot 1, Block 1,Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11214 [1085 Gosper Crescent] and PID 005-916-445, Lot 40, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 5726 [1093 Gosper Crescent]: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-044 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve Development Permit No. DP000140, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-044, consistent with the architectural plans provided by Victoria Design Group, stamped “Received June 3, 2020”, and sited in accordance with the BC Land Surveyor’s site plan provided by Glen Mitchell Land Surveying Inc., stamped “Received June 12, 2020”, and staff be directed to issue the Permit and register the notice on the title of the property located at 485 Head Street [PID 002-376-059, Lot A, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 26678]. Carried Unanimously. |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-043 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approve Development Variance Permit No. DVP00104 [Appendix A] including the following variances to Parking Bylaw, 1992, No. 2011, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located at PID 002-702-193, Lot 5, Section 2, Esquimalt District, Plan 27374 except that part in Plan 916 BL [856 Isbister Street]: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-039 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council resolves that Development Variance Permit No. DVP00105 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-2-039] authorizing changes to the retaining walls in the south-west corner of the subject property, as sited on the survey plan prepared by Summit Land Surveying, the Engineering drawings by Farhill Engineering Ltd., and consistent with the architectural plans provided by T-Square Design, all stamped “Received June, 3, 2020” and including the following relaxations to Zoning Bylaw 1992, No. 2050, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located at 955 Colville Road [PID 030-922-852; Lot A, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan EPP96394]’’: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-045 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-017 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council direct staff to work with the property owner of 905 Shearwater Street in relation to Staff Report No. EPW-20-17 to submit a newapplication to address concerns regarding reducing green space & landscaping. Carried Unanimously. |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-018 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approve Option No. 1 as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-20-018 for BAP00044 and the expenditure of funds in the amount of $14,500 be allocated from the contingency fund. Carried. (Councillor Brame & Hundleby opposed) |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-015 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council approve the implementation of Traffic Order 1315 “No Parking Restriction” along Reeve Place, as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-20-015. Carried Unanimously. |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-016 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve the implementation of Traffic Order 1316 “No Parking Restriction” along Colville Road, as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-20-016. Carried Unanimously. |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-019 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council receive the interim report for information and direct staff to commence a public engagement process. |
July 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-013 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council authorize the Public Safety Building Working Group to award the Design Services contract for the Public Safety Building to HCMA Architecture and Design as a single source provider, subject to HCMA Architecture and Design meeting the identified criteria as outlined in Staff Report No. CSS-20-013. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Rise and Report - 2020 Committee Appointments | At its June 1st and June 15th, 2020 In Camera meetings, Council made the following appointments to Committees for the terms indicated below: Environmental Advisory Committee: Advisory Planning Commission Design Review Committee: |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-038 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council consider approving Capital Regional District Regional Growth Strategy Amendment Bylaw 4328 for Municipal Acceptance related to population projections subject to the following conditions: |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-032 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2999, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-026, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 481 South Joffre Street [PID 003-150-909, Lot 4, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 4729], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2999, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 141 [CD. No. 141], be given first and second reading. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-033 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2999, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-026, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 481 South Joffre Street [PID 003-150-909, Lot 4, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 4729], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2999, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 141 [CD. No. 141], be given first and second reading. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-026 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2999, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-026, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 481 South Joffre Street [PID 003-150-909, Lot 4, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 4729], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2999, from Two Family/ Single Family Residential [RD-3] to Comprehensive Development District No. 141 [CD. No. 141], be given first and second reading. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-034 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council resolves that Amendment Bylaw No. 2948, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-034, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 by changing the zoning designation of PID 003-446-093, Lot C, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 21636 [916 Old Esquimalt Road] and PID 003-446-395, Lot D, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 21636 [920 Old Esquimalt Road] shown cross hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2948, from RD-3 [Two Family/Single Family Residential] to CD No. 115 [Comprehensive Development District No. 115], be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-014 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve the Boulevard Alteration Permit No. 00044 as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-20-014, to construct a stairway at 937 Mesher Place. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-018 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council give first, second and third readings to Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw, 2012, No. 2792, Amendment Bylaw No. 3001, 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-016 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council amend Council Policy-47 Terms of Reference - Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC), to increase the membership to nine (9) full voting members for a one (1) year period only commencing July 1, 2020 until June 30, 2021. Carried Unanimously. |
June 22, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-017 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council direct staff to proceed with services for the installation of an audio upgrade in Council Chambers by Pacific Audio Works and approve the allocation of funding in the amount of $8749.08 from contingency funds. |
June 22, 2020 Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-012 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council receive this report for information and direct staff to seek proposals for the design phase of the Public Safety Building. Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Rise and Report - 2020 Committee Appointments | At its May 25, 2020 In Camera meeting, Council made the following Environmental Advisory Committee: Advisory Planning Commission Design Review Committee: |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from MNP LLP Re: Province Seeking Local Government Feedback on Trail Priorities | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council direct staff to forward the communications from Kathleen Van Ekris, Manager, Consulting Services, MNP LLP, dated May 27, 2020, Re: Province Seeking Local Government Feedback on Trail Priorities to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee and the Environmental Advisory Committee for members to complete the survey as referenced in the correspondence. Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch Re: Policy Directive - Temporary Expanded Service Area Authorization | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council review and approve all individual requests for liquor primary and manufacturer expansions prior to licensees submitting their applications to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch as outlined in Council Policy No. ADMIN-53 "Amendment to Existing Liquor License". Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-029 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council authorize the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to execute the Section 219 Covenant (Appendix “A”) that would link the two proposed lots (Appendix B”) until the Comprehensive Development Zone No. 114 [CD No. 114] (Appendix “C”) is amended to allow a density of three (or more) dwelling units in the zone or the existing suite has been removed. Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-027 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approves Development Variance Permit No. DVP00101 [Appendix A] including the following variances to Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No.2050, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located at PID 006-375-324, Lot 59, Suburban Lot 37, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854 [eastern lot at 1336 Wood Street]: |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-026 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approves Development Variance Permit No. DVP00100 [Appendix A] including the following variances to Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No.2050, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located at PID 006-375-294, Lot 58, Suburban Lot 37, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854 [western lot at 1336 Wood Street]: |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-025 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council, having considered Sections 475 and 476 of the Local Government Act, authorize staff to circulate the Official Community Plan Amendment - Development Concept Plan, attached as Appendix ‘B’ to Staff Report No. DEV-20-025, detailing the proposed development at 842 Carrie Street [PID 000-385-336, Lot 14, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 276] to those persons, organizations, and authorities identified in Appendix ‘A’ of Staff Report No. DEV-20-025. Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-031 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: Subject to any Ministerial Order, that Council authorizes the Corporate Officer to schedule a Public Hearing for Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2988 attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-031, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 874 Fleming Street [PID 002-900-246, Lot B, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 25267], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2988, from Multiple Family Residential [RM-4] to Comprehensive Development District No. 130 [CD. No.130], mail notices and advertise for same in the local newspaper. Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-030 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council waive the Public Hearing pursuant to Local Government Act, Section 464(2) for Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2994 attached as Appendix A to Staff Report No. DEV-20-030 which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390, Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2994, from Two Family Residential [RD-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 132 [CD. No.132]. Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-010 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council receive and approve the Township’s audited financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2019 as attached to Staff Report FIN-20-010. Carried Unanimously. |
June 1, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-009 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approve funding of $5000 to Rainbow Kitchen Society with funds allocated from the local grant account, as attached to Staff Report FIN-20-009. |
May 25, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | 2020 Committee Re-appointments from May 4, 2020, In Camera meeting | At its May 4, 2020 In Camera meeting, Council made the following Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee: Environmental Advisory Committee: Advisory Planning Commission: |
May 25, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Letter from Mayor Haynes, District of Saanich, dated March 11, 2020, Re: Invitation to Collaborate on BC Motor Vehicle Act Pilot Project | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: |
May 25, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Capital Regional District,Re: Municipal Consent for Bylaw No. 4304 Liquid Waste Management Core Area and Western Communities Establishment Bylaw No. 1, 1995, Amendment Bylaw No. 3, 2020 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council consent to the CRD adopting Bylaw No. 4304, "Liquid Waste Management Core Area and Western Communities Service Establishment Bylaw No. 1, 1995, Amendment Bylaw No. 3, 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
May 25, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Kate Hughes and various Esquimalt residents, dated May 3, 2020, Re: Community Proposal Regarding Garthland Road Park | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council direct staff to prepare a staff report providing clarity of the process to address concerns as outlined in the letter from Kate Hughes and various Esquimalt residents dated May 3, 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
May 25, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-024 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council resolves that Development Permit No. DP000130 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-024] authorizing the design of a two-family dwelling (duplex) to be constructed in accordance with the BCLS Site Plan prepared by Brent Mayenburg, Wey Mayenburg Land Surveying Inc., stamped “Received February 10, 2020”, is consistent with the architectural plans prepared by Adapt Design stamped “Received February 19, 2020”, and the landscape plan prepared by Small and Rossell, Landscape Architects Inc., stamped “Received February 4, 2020” be approved, and (subject to receipt of the required landscape security) staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property located at 469 Sturdee Street [PID 008-289-123, Lot 16, Suburban Lot 48, Esquimalt District, Plan 822]. Carried Unanimously. |
May 25, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-023 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council resolves that Development Permit No. DP000133 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-023] authorizing the design of the proposed six-unit residential building, consistent with the B.C. Land Surveyor’s Site Plan prepared by Summit Land Surveying stamped ‘Received Jan 28, 2020’, the architectural drawings prepared by Christine Lintott Architects, stamped ‘Received March 18, 2020’, and the landscape plan prepared by Imagine Garden Design and Landscapes stamped “Received March 18, 2020” be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property located at 937 Colville Road [PID 003-679-144, Lot 4, Block 1, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 6277]. Carried Unanimously. |
May 25, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-025 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: 1. That Council resolves to rescind second reading, amend, and read anew a second time Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2965, attached to Staff Report DEV-20-025 as Appendix B, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 by changing the zoning designation of 616 Constance Avenue [PID 000-713-465 Lot 95, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 620 Constance Avenue [PID 000-819-832 Lot 4, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], 619 Nelson Street [PID 006-393-608 Lot 84, Suburban Lots 44 and 45, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], 623 Nelson Street [PID 006-278-647 Lot 3, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 3135], and 1326 Miles Street [PID 006-375-723 Lot 96, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854] + [PID 006-375-693 Lot 85, Suburban Lot 44, Esquimalt District, Plan 2854], all shown cross hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2965, from RM-1 [Multiple Family Residential] to CD No. 121 [Comprehensive Development District No. 121]; Council direct staff and legal counsel for the Township to coordinate with the property owner to ensure a Section 219 Covenant addressing the aforementioned issues is registered against the property title in priority to all financial encumbrances, and with Mayor and CAO authorized to execute said Covenant, prior to returning Amendment Bylaw No. 2964 and Amendment Bylaw No. 2965 to Council for consideration of adoption. Carried. (Councillor Morrison opposed) |
May 4, 2020 - Regular Council Meeting | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-006 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council gives first, second and third readings, and final adoption of Alternative Municipal Tax Collection Scheme Bylaw, 2020, No. 2998 as authorized under section 9 of Ministerial Order No. M139 - Order of the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General/ Emergency Program Act. Carried Unanimously. |
May 4, 2020 - Regular Council Meeting | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-007 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council give 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings and final adoption to the Financial Plan Bylaw, 2020, No. 2986 and Tax Rates Bylaw, 2020, No. 2987 as authorized under section 9 of Ministerial Order No. M139 - Order of the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General/Emergency Program Act. Carried Unanimously. |
May 4, 2020 - Regular Council Meeting | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-004 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Staff Report No. DEV-20-004 be deferred to the Regular Council meeting of May 25, 2020 for Council consideration. Carried Unanimously. |
April 27, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from T. Mark Miller, dated April 4, 2020, Re: Pirate Ship Morgana Daily Parade Proposal | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approve funding of $50.00 to cover insurance costs for one day to help facilitate the Pirate Ship Morgana's Parade within Esquimalt. Amendment Motion: The vote was taken on the Main Motion as amended and declared Carried Unanimously. |
April 27, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-022 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council resolves that Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2994, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-022, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 1048 Tillicum Road [PID 005-010-390, Lot D, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 11683], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2994, from Two Family Residential [RD-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 132 [CD. No. 132], be given second reading. Carried. (Councillor Hundleby opposed). |
April 27, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-021 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: |
April 27, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIRE-20-002 | Moved by Councillor Vermeulen, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council adopt the 2019 Esquimalt Fire Department Annual Report as attached to Staff Report FIRE-20-002. Carried Unanimously. |
April 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Letter from Kathy Whitcher, Executive Director, Urban Development Institute (UDI) Capital Region, dated April 1, 2020, Re: Extended Site Hours to Promote Health/Safety for Construction | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council direct staff to prepare a letter to Kathy Whitcher, Executive Director, Urban Development Institute (UDI) Capital Region in response to her letter dated April 1, 2020, Re: Extended Site Hours to Promote Health/Safety for Construction advising exemptions are already incorporated within current Township Bylaws. Carried Unanimously. |
April 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Canadian Federation of Independent Business, Re: Letter from Samantha Howard, Senior Director, BC and Strategic Projects, Canadian Federation of Independent Business - Supporting Small Business in Light of COVID-19 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That consideration of the email from Muriel Protzer, Canadian Federation of Independent Business, Re: Letter from Samantha Howard, Senior Director, BC and Strategic Projects, Canadian Federation of Independent Business - Supporting Small Business in Light of COVID-19 be deferred until further information is received from the Province Government. Carried Unanimously. |
April 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Letter from UBCM President and Bill Karsten, FCM President, received March 16, 2020, Re: UBCM - FCM Small Communities Fund | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approve an allocation of $185.83 to the UBCM-FCM Small Communities Fund to support local government elected officials from BC attending the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Board and Standing Committee meetings as outlined in the letter from Maja Tait, UBCM President and Bill Karsten, FCM President, received March 16, 2020, Re: UBCM - FCM Small Communities Fund. Defeated. (Mayor Desjarding, Councillors Armour, Helliwell, and Morrison opposed) |
April 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Letter Capital Regional District Board, dated March 13, 2020, Re: Bylaw 4328 - RGS Amendment Referral for Municipal Acceptance | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council receive the letter from Colin Plant, Chair, Capital Regional District Board, dated March 13, 2020, Re: Bylaw 4328 - RGS Amendment Referral for Municipal Acceptance and direct staff to prepare a letter in response, advising that the Township of Esquimalt is not in support of the proposed Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw amendment. Carried Unanimously. |
April 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Save Your Skin Foundation, dated February 26, 2020, Re: Proclamation Request - Melanoma Awareness Month | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Mayor Desjardins, on behalf of the Township of Esquimalt, proclaim the month of May to be Melanoma Awareness Month for the Save Your Skin Foundation on an annual basis, as outlined in the email from Marianne Gagnon, dated February 26, 2020, Re: Proclamation Request - Melanoma Awareness Month. Carried. (Councillor Vermeulen opposed) |
April 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-020 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council gives first, second, and third readings, and final adoption of “Development Application Procedures and Fees Bylaw No. 2791, 2012, Amendment Bylaw (No. 4), 2020, No. 2997 and further, adoption of the bylaw as authorized under section 9 of Ministerial Order No. M083 - Order of the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General/ Emergency Program Act, attached as Appendix “D” to Staff Report DEV-20-020. Carried Unanimously. |
April 6, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-009 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council gives first, second and third readings, and final adoption of Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, 2014, No. 2839, Amendment Bylaw [No. 9], 2020, No. 2996 as authorized under section 9 of Ministerial Order No. M083 - Order of the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General/ Emergency Program Act. Carried Unanimously. |
March 30, 2020 - Special Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 2995 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2715, 2009, Amendment Bylaw [No. 5], 2020, No. 2995 be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Letter from Army Cadet League of Canada National, dated February 24, 2020, Re: Success of Army Cadet, Victoria Côté, Esquimalt Resident | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council direct staff to prepare a letter of congratulations for Army Cadet Victoria Cote, a member of the 2483 PPCLI Esquimalt, Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps as outlined in the Letter from Maxime Corneau, Communications Officer, Army Cadet League of Canada National, dated February 24, 2020, Re: Success of Army Cadet, Victoria Côté, Esquimalt Resident. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email from Councillor Meagan Brame, dated March 6, 2020, Re: Proclamation for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Mayor Desjardins, on behalf of the Township of Esquimalt, proclaim the month of May to be MS Awareness Month for the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada on an annual basis, as per the Email from Councillor Meagan Brame, dated March 6, 2020, Re: Proclamation for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month. Carried. (Councillor Vermeulen opposed) |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email - City of New Westminster, dated March 9, 2020, Re: Requesting Support for a National Pharmacare Program | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That the Email from Gillian Day, Agenda Secretary, City of New Westminster, dated March 9, 2020, Re: Requesting Support for a National Pharmacare Program be received. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole - March 9, 2020, COTW meeting re: Policing Costs | Moved by Mayor Desjardins, seconded by Councillor Armour: That the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council: 1. That Council direct staff to draft a letter to the Victoria and Esquimalt Police Board requesting itemized separation of the costs for the Lower Johnson St policing task force and policing costs associated with the City of Victoria protests, within the budget; 2. That Council also direct staff to draft a letter to Brenda Butterworth-Carr, Assistant Deputy Minister and Director of Police Services, under section 12.1 of the Framework Agreement, requesting activation of the Administrative Committee to work to resolve this dispute; and, 3. That the Township of Esquimalt initiate discussions on the funding formula, as per section 11.2 of the framework agreement to reflect the experience of the first 5 years of the Framework Agreement. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | M & C Report: Follow up to Meeting with Director and Deputy Director Resource Stewardship Division, Mayor Barbara Desjardins | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That the Township of Esquimalt continues to work with both neighbouring municipalities in the Greater Victoria region and the Department of National Defence in pursuing a regional approach to deer management. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | M & C Report: Follow up to Meeting with Director and Deputy Director Resource Stewardship Division, Mayor Barbara Desjardins | Moved by Mayor Desjardins, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: 1) That Esquimalt staff work with Dr Fisher and UWSS to determine ways that concurrent work done in Esquimalt may inform and assist but not duplicate the Oak Bay [OB] Project; 2) That the Township of Esquimalt initiate conversations with Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations to inform future applications to Province regarding deer research and management, recognising First Nation consultation is a Provincial responsibility; 3) That the Township of Esquimalt complete application to the Province to allow for a Deer study and immuno-contraception through the above information for potential ability to action in the fall of 2020, and to submit for funding assistance through PUDOC (Provincial Urban Deer Cost Share Program) at the fall 2020 intake. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 2995 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council Procedure Bylaw, 2009, No. 2715, Amendment Bylaw No. 2995, 2020, be given first, second and third readings. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 2982 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Blasting Bylaw, 2020, No. 2982, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-019 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: To this end, Council direct staff and legal counsel for the Township to coordinate with the property owner to ensure a Section 219 Covenant addressing the aforementioned issues is registered against the property title, in priority to all financial encumbrances, prior to returning Amendment Bylaw No. 2994 to Council for consideration of adoption]. AMENDMENT MOTION: Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That the main motion be amended to strike parts (2) & (3) of the main motion and proceed with first reading only of Amendment Bylaw No. 2994. Carried. (Councillors Armour & Morrison opposed) The vote was taken on the Main Motion as amended and declared Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-018 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That the applicant return to Council within a 4 month period with revised public art work options for the Eastern wall and seek an amendment to Development Permit 000135 as attached to Staff Report No. DEV-20-018. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-018 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approves Development Permit No. DP000135, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-018, consistent with the architectural plans provided by Farzin Yadegari Architect Inc., stamped "Received March 9, 2020", the landscape plan by PMG Landscape Architects, stamped "Received March 9, 2020", and sited in accordance with the Site Plan provided by Wey Mayenburg Land Surveying Inc., stamped "Received February 5, 2020", and staff be directed to issue the Permit (subject to receipt of the required landscape security) and register the notice on the titles of the property located at 899 Esquimalt Road [PID 030-151-562, Lot A, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan EPP69557]. Carried. (Councillor Hundleby opposed) |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-016 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: 2. That Council approves Development Variance Permit No. DVP00098 [Appendix B] authorizing the accessory building addition as illustrated on the architectural drawings prepared by T-Square Design & Consulting, and sited as detailed on the survey plan prepared by Wey Mayenburg Land Surveying Inc., both stamped "Received February 4, 2020", and including the following variances to Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No.2050, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located at PID 005-354-048, Lot 2, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan 9574 [449 Lampson Street]: Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Section 40 (8)(a) - Lot Coverage: to allow that all Principal Buildings, Accessory Buildings and Structures combined, shall not cover more than 30.4% of the Area of a Parcel instead of the currently allowed 30% within the RD-3 zone; Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Section 40 (8)(b) - Lot Coverage: to allow that all Accessory Buildings and Structures combined, shall not cover more than 15.6% of the Area of a Parcel instead of the currently allowed 10% within the RD-3 zone. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-017 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: 1. That Council adopts Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922, Amendment Bylaw No. 2967, attached to Staff Report DEV-20-017 as Appendix A, which would amend Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922 by changing Schedule 'H', being the Development Permit Areas Map by changing the designation of 681 Admirals Road [PID 007-801-963 Lot 25 Block 4 Suburban Lot 50 Esquimalt District Plan 1153] + [PID 007-801-980 Lot 26 Block 4 Suburban Lot 50 Esquimalt District Plan 1153], and 685 Admirals Road [PID 007-802-013 Lot B (DD G17083), Suburban Lot 50, Esquimalt District, Plan 1153], all shown cross hatched on Schedule 'A' of Bylaw No. 2967, from Development Permit Area No. 3 - Enhanced Design Control Residential to Development Permit Area No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential; 2. That Council adopts Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2968, attached to Staff Report DEV-20-017 as Appendix B, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 by changing the zoning designation of 681 Admirals Road [PID 007-801-963 Lot 25 Block 4 Suburban Lot 50 Esquimalt District Plan 1153] + [PID 007-801-980 Lot 26 Block 4 Suburban Lot 50 Esquimalt District Plan 1153], and 685 Admirals Road [PID 007-802-013 Lot B (DD G17083), Suburban Lot 50, Esquimalt District, Plan 1153], all shown cross hatched on Schedule 'A' of Bylaw No. 2968, from RD-3 [Two Family/Single Family Residential] to CD No. 123 [Comprehensive Development District No. 123]. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-007 | Moved by Councillor Vermeulen, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council approve the updated Strategic Priorities 2019 - 2023 and Operational Strategies as presented in Staff Report No. ADM-20-007. Carried Unanimously. |
March 16, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-013 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: •changing Schedule ‘B’, being the Proposed Land Use Designations Map by changing the designation of 636 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-211; Lot 3 of Suburban Lot 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] and 640 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-157; Lot 2, Suburban Lots 50 and 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Amendment Bylaw No. 2922, from ‘Low Density Residential’ to ‘Townhouse Residential’; and •changing Schedule ‘H’, being the Development Permit Areas Map by changing the designation of 636 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-211; Lot 3 of Suburban Lot 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] and 640 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-157; Lot 2, Suburban Lots 50 and 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Amendment Bylaw No. 2922, from Development Permit Area No. 3 - Enhanced Design Control Residential to Development Permit Area No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential. 2.That Council, upon considering comments made at the two Public Hearings (December 2, 2019 and March 16, 2020), resolves that Amendment Bylaw No. 2951 as amended (attached to Staff Report DEV-20-013 as Appendix B), which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 636 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-211; Lot 3 of Suburban Lot 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] and 640 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-157; Lot 2, Suburban Lots 50 and 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] from RD-1 [Two Family Residential] to CD No. 116 [Comprehensive Development District No. 116], be given third reading; and 3. That, as the applicant wishes to assure Council that uses and development will be restricted and amenities provided as identified in Staff Report DEV-20-013, the applicant has voluntarily agreed to register a Section 219 Covenant on the title of 636 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-211; Lot 3 of Suburban Lot 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] and 640 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-157; Lot 2, Suburban Lots 50 and 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] in favour of the Township of Esquimalt providing the lands shall not be subdivided, built upon or used (as appropriate to the requirement, as drafted by the Township’s solicitor at the applicant’s expense) in the absence of all of the following: •Lot consolidation of 636 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-211; Lot 3 of Suburban Lot 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] and 640 Drake Avenue [PID 002-923-157; Lot 2, Suburban Lots 50 and 41, Esquimalt District, Plan 25565] prior to development, as the proposed CD No.116 Zone does not work unless the parcels are consolidated •buildings to meet a minimum BC Energy Step Code Level 3 • One (1) visitor parking space and three (3) flexible strata parking spaces will be provided and remain as illustrated in the landscaping plan, attached in Appendix E of Staff Report No. DEV-20-013 3. Council direct staff and legal counsel for the Township to coordinate with the property owner to ensure a Section 219 Covenant addressing the aforementioned issues is registered against the property title, in priority to all financial encumbrances, prior to returning Amendment Bylaws No. 2950 and No. 2951 to Council for consideration of adoption. Carried. (Councillor Armour opposed) |
March 9, 2020 - Special Council | Councillor Vermeulen Absent | Letter from S. Sader, Captain (N) Commander, BCOMD CFB Esquimalt, dated March 2, 2020, Re: Request for Military Aircraft Flyover | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That the letter from S. Sader, Captain (N) Commander, Candian Forces Base Esquimalt, dated March 2, 2020, Re: 75th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic, Low-Level Flypast Permission Request be received and that Council approve the Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt request of an aircraft flypast by the Royal Canadian Airforce. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Letter, BC Association of Farmer's Markets, Re: BC Farmers' Market Nutrition Coupon Program | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council directs staff to prepare a letter to to the Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of Health thanking him for the BC Farmers' Market Nutrition Coupon Program to support local organizations and the Esquimalt Farmers' Market. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email, Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society, Re: World Down Syndrome Day - March 21st | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: WHEREAS World Down Syndrome Day is international observance resolved by the General Assembly of the United Nations to raise public awareness of Down syndrome and promote equitable treatment of individuals with Down syndrome in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disability; and WHEREAS at this time we take an opportunity to highlight the unique abilities, strengths and needs of our community members with Down syndrome; and WHEREAS individuals with Down syndrome have tremendous potential to live full and fulfilling lives as contributing members of our community; and WHEREAS as Canadians, we celebrate our similarities, as well as our differences, knowing we are richer, as a result; and WHEREAS the Township of Esquimalt values our citizens with Down syndrome and their families and supports the well-being of all individuals with Down syndrome so that they may achieve their fullest potential. NOW KNOW YE THAT, We do by these presents proclaim that March 21 st, 2020 shall be known as World Down Syndrome Day. Carried Unanimously. AMENDMENT MOTION: Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That the Main Motion be amended to add the following wording to the end of the Proclamation: “The Township is issuing the Proclamation in response to a request to do so“. Defeated. (Mayor Desjardins, Councillors Brame, Hundleby, and Morrison opposed) The vote was taken on the Main Motion as Amended and declared Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 2992 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That the Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2715, 2009, Amendment Bylaw [No. 4], 2020, No. 2992, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-012 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approve DP000136 being a development permit for the proposed Esquimalt Gorge Park Multi-purpose Community Centre located at 1070 Tillicum Road [Esquimalt Plan VIP5720 Dedicated Park], as attached to Staff Report No. DEV-20-012. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-009 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council resolves that Development Variance Permit No. DVP00099 (Appendix “A”) authorizing an increase in the maximum building height for the proposed Esquimalt Gorge Park Multi-purpose Community Centre consistent with the architectural plans (Appendix “B”) provided by Iredale Architecture stamped “February 5, 2020”, and including the following variance for the property located at 1070 Tillicum Road (Esquimalt Gorge Park) [Plan VIP5726]: Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Section 59 (2) - Building Height: An increase in the maximum height of a building from 6.0 m to 13.5 m to the ridge of the roof excluding the final be approved. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-014 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council approve the proposed 3-lot building subdivision located at 1109 Lyall Street as Appendix “A”, and illustrated in Appendix “B” (Strata Plan EPS6147) attached to Staff Report No. DEV-20-014. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-006 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council agree to enter into the proposed Amendment Agreement that would allow Aragon to reallocate $100,000.00 from the $300,000.00 Public Art contribution for public art along the [Art Walk] at the Esquimalt Town Square, to the north wall of Building “D”. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-009 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council gives first, second and third readings to Blasting Bylaw, 2020, No. 2982. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-011 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approves the implementation of Traffic Order 1313 “Residential Parking Only” along the East side and the cul-de-sac bulb of Caroline Road, as set out in Staff Report EPW-20-011. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-010 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approve the implementation of Traffic Order 1314 “No Parking Restriction” along the West side of Caroline Road, as set out in Staff Report EPW-20-010. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-006 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approves the implementation of Traffic Order 1310 “Residential Parking Only” along both sides of Yarrow Place, as set out in Staff Report EPW-20-006. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-005 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council approve the implementation of Traffic Order 1311 “No Parking Restriction” along the frontage of the rain garden on the West side of Yarrow Place, as set out in Staff Report EPW-20-005. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-004 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council approve the implementation of Traffic Order 1312 “No Parking Restriction” to establish no parking on the West side of Drake Avenue between 625 and 643 Drake Avenue, and on the East side of Drake Avenue along the frontage of 644 Drake Avenue, as set out in Staff Report EPW-20-004. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. FIN-20-004 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve the allocation of local grants in the amount of $86,241 as set out in the schedule attached to Staff Report No. FIN-20-004. Carried Unanimously. |
March 2, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-005 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council rescinds the following Council Policies: • ADMIN - 10 Sunset Clause • ADMIN - 18 Permission for Tag Days • ADMIN - 67 Terms of Reference - New Year’s Levee Review Select Committee • ADMIN - 71 Terms of Reference - Economic Development Select Committee • HER - 02 Heritage Designation • HER - 03 Heritage Trees • HER - 05 Heritage Policy Update - 2012 • P&R - 01 Community Gardens • PLAN - 13 Duplex Designation - Existing Residences • PLAN - 35 Green Building and Development • PLAN - 36 Secondary Suites. Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Notice of Motion: Developing a Policy on Proclamation Requests, Councillor Jacob Helliwell - For Discussion | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: WHEREAS: The Township receives numerous requests to proclaim a day, a week and/or a month, AND WHEREAS: It falls to Council to determine whether to support these requests, however, there is no policy guidance to assist in making these determinations, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That Council direct staff develop a draft policy on proclamations for Council’s consideration and that the City of Victoria’s proclamations policy be used as a possible model and template. Defeated. (Mayor Desjardins, Councillor Brame, Hundleby, Morrison, and Vermeulen opposed) |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email, Wounded Warrior Run BC 2020 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approve funding of $1,000 to Wounded Warrior's Canada with funds allocated from the local grant account and request that the applicant consider the timeline requirements associated with the Local Grant Policy when submitting future applications. Amendment Motion: That the Main Motion be amended to reduce the amount from $1,000 to $500. Carried Unanimously. The vote was taken on the Main Motion as Amended and declared Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 2991 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That the Intermunicipal Business Licence Agreement Authorization Bylaw, 1999, No. 2379, Amendment Bylaw [No. 2], 2020, No. 2991, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-005 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Morrison: 1. That Council resolves that Amendment Bylaw No. 2988, attached as Appendix A to Staff Report DEV-20-005, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by changing the zoning designation of 874 Fleming Street [PID 002-900-246, Lot B, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 25267], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 2988, from Multiple Family Residential [RM-4] to Comprehensive Development District No. 130 [CD. No. 130], be given first and second reading; and 2. That Council authorizes the Corporate Officer to schedule a public hearing for Zoning Bylaw 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2988, and to advertise for same in the local newspaper. 3. That the applicant wishes to assure Council that uses and development will be restricted and amenities provided as identified in staff report no. DEV-20-005, the applicant has voluntarily agreed to register a Section 219 Covenant on the title for 874 Fleming Street, [PID 002-900-246, Lot B, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 25267], in favour of the Township of Esquimalt, providing the lands shall not be subdivided, built upon or used (as appropriate to the requirement, as drafted by the Township’s solicitor at the applicant’s expense) in the absence of, but not limited to, the following: • Constructing the building to Step 4 of the BC Energy Step Code. • Providing electric car charging for 7 spaces as well as for mobility scooters and electric bikes. • Ensuring tree protection for the significant arbutus tree located on the southeast portion of the site. • Prohibiting stratification and sale of the units within the building. • Providing amenity spaces as detailed in the architectural plans attached as Appendix C of Staff Report DEV-20-005. To this end, Council direct staff and legal counsel for the Township to coordinate with the property owner to ensure a Section 219 Covenant addressing the aforementioned issues is registered on the property title, in priority to all financial encumbrances, prior to returning Amendment Bylaw No. 2988 to Council for consideration of adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-011 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Morrison: That Council adopt Bylaw No. 2975, attached as Appendix ‘A’ of Staff Report DEV-20-011, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 by changing the zoning designation of 937 Colville Road [PID 003-679-144, Lot 4, Block 1, Section 10, Esquimalt District, Plan 6277], shown cross-hatched on Schedule “A” of Bylaw No. 2975 from Single Family Residential [RS-1] to Comprehensive Development District No. 126 [CD. No.126. Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-006 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council support by way of resolution a $19,990 application for the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund - Emergency Support Services stream, and further authorize the Mayor and Corporate Officer to execute any agreements related to a successful grant application. Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-007 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council award HCMA Architecture and Design the contract for Feasibility Design Services for the Public Safety Building and direct staff to finalize the Professional Services Agreement details. Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-004 | Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That the Township of Esquimalt does not wish to provide comments or recommendations to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch [LCLB] with regard to the application for a Permanent Change to a Liquor Licence by Gorge Vale Golf Club, to change the hours of liquor service outside the hours currently approved by the LCLB. Carried Unanimously. |
February 24, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. ADM-20-003 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council gives first, second and third readings to Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2715, 2009, Amendment Bylaw [No. 4], 2020, No. 2992, as attached to Staff Report ADM-20-003. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting)
| Staff Report No. CSS-20-004 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council give first, second and third readings to the Intermunicipal Business Licence Agreement Authorization Bylaw 1999, No. 2379, Amendment Bylaw [No. 2], 2020, No. 2991. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Staff Report No. CSS-20-005 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council direct staff to take the following actions in relation to docks on the Gorge: A. Docks attached to private land: Take no further enforcement action. Advise all dock owners via letter that their current dock, in its current size and configuration is “grandfathered”. This authorization is contingent on the dock remaining of the current size and configuration. The dock must be maintained and kept in a safe condition. B. Docks attached to Township land: Take no further enforcement action. Advise all dock owners via letter that their current dock, in its current size and configuration is “grandfathered”. This authorization is contingent on the dock remaining of the current size and configuration. The dock must be maintained and kept in a safe condition. All owners must enter into an agreement with the Township by way of Licence of Use and Occupation in order to have their dock attached to Township land and to use Township land to access the dock. C. New dock construction: All new dock construction must meet all Township, Provincial and Federal requirements. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Staff Report No. EPW-20-007 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council approves the inclusion of $20,000 in the 2020-2024 Financial Plan for the purchase and installation of a new flooring system in the Council Chambers, as attached to Staff Report No. EPW-20-007. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Staff Report No. EPW-20-008 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council approves Council Policy No. EPW-06 Remembrance Banner Program, as attached to Staff Report EPW-20-008. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Staff Report No. DEV-20-008 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council resolves that Development Permit No. DP000131 [Appendix A of staff report DEV-20-008] authorizing a large Real Estate sign at the Oakwoods [English Inn] site, consistent with the B.C. Land Surveyor’s Building Location Certificate prepared by J.E. Anderson and Associates, and the photo and drawing provided by the applicant, both stamped ‘Received December 5, 2019’, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit, and register the notice on the title of the property located at 429 Lampson Street [PID 023-009-331, Lot B, Esquimalt District, Plan VIP60066]; and That Council resolves that Development Variance Permit No. DVP00096 [Appendix B of staff report DEV-20-008] authorizing a large Real Estate sign at the Oakwoods [English Inn] site consistent with the B.C. Land Surveyor’s Building Location Certificate prepared by J.E. Anderson and Associates, and the photo and drawing provided by the applicant, both stamped ‘Received December 5, 2019’, and including the following relaxations to Sign Regulations Bylaw, 1996, No. 2252, be approved, and staff be directed to issue the permit and register the notice on the title of the property located at 429 Lampson Street [PID 023-009-331, Lot B, Esquimalt District, Plan VIP60066]: Vary Section 9.13.3 ‘Sign Area and Dimensions’ for a ‘Real Estate Sign’: To allow a sign with a maximum sign area of 20.5 square metres; an increase in the maximum sign area permitted for a Real Estate Sign, advertising the sale of a portion of the property, from 1.5 square metres to 20.5 square metres, for a variance of 19 square metres. Defeated. (Councillors Armour, Helliwell, and Hundleby opposed) |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Staff Report No. DEV-20-010 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council, by the resolution of the simple majority of its members present, grant an exemption to the proposed minimum frontage on a highway pursuant to Section 512 (2) of the Local Government Act [RSBC 2015] Chapter 1, for: Proposed Lot 1 from 10% to 8.62 %; and Proposed Lot 2 from 10% to 8.11 % as shown on the plan attached as Appendix “B”, as attached to Staff Report No. DEV-20-010. Council further acknowledges that the final approved plan of the subdivision may vary slightly from the one in Appendix “B”; however, the percentage of frontages will not change. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Bylaw No. 2990 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: That the Streets and Traffic Regulation Bylaw, 2017, No. 2898, Amendment Bylaw [No. 3], No. 2990, 2020, be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | M & C Report, Conference Attendance for Councillor Armour: Local Government 2020 Conference | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council approves the attendance and associated costs for Councillor Armour to attend the Local Government 2020 Conferfence on March 11, 2020 in Vancouver hosted by the Pacific Business and Law Institute. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Email, 2020 Poverty Reduction Planning & Action Program | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council direct staff to prepare a letter to the Community Social Planning Council advising they are unable to participate as a partner for the 2020 Poverty Reduction Planning & Action Program due to resources; however, would like to receive updates regarding the progress of the program. Carried Unanimously. |
February 3, 2020 - Regular Council | Council Morrison Absent (Meeting) | Email, TCAC Local Grant | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Brame: That Council refer the Local Grant Application from the Township Community Arts Council to the Director of Finance for further discussion with the applicant. Carried Unanimously. |
January 20, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email, BC Lymphedema Assoc., Re: Proclamation | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: “That Council proclaim March 6, 2020 as “World Lymphedema Day” within the Township of Esquimalt.” Carried. (Councillor Vermeulen Opposed) |
January 20, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Email, CRD, Re: Consent for Bylaws (Loan Auth and Amends. To Land Banking and Housing Service) | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council consent to the CRD adopting Bylaw No. 4326, to amend the Land Banking and Housing Service Establishing Bylaw to update the borrowig amount, and Bylaw No. 4327 to authorize the borrowing of $10 million to fund additional housing units under the Regional Housing First Program. Carried (Councillor Vermeulen Opposed) |
January 20, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Bylaw No. 2985 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That the Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw, 2020, No. 2985 be adopted. Carried Unanimously. |
January 20, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-002 | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: 1. That Council adopts Amendment Bylaw No. 2962, as attached to Staff Report DEV-20-002 as Appendix A, which would amend the Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922 by: · adding the following text after the map under the heading “Height” at page 131 of the Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922: “Notwithstanding the building heights indicated on the map above, up to 10 storeys may be permitted on the following property provided no portion of the development within 21.5 m of Wollaston Street exceeds three storeys: PID: 030-151-562, Lot A, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan EPP69557 [899 Esquimalt Road]”; · changing Schedule ‘B’, being the Proposed Land Use Designations Map by changing the designation of PID 030-151-562, Lot A, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan EPP69557 [899 Esquimalt Road], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Amendment Bylaw No. 2962, from a mix of ‘Neighbourhood Commercial Mixed-Use’ and ‘Townhouse Residential’ to ‘Commercial/Commercial Mixed-Use’; and · changing Schedule ‘H’, being the Development Permit Areas Map by changing the designation of PID 030-151-562, Lot A, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan EPP69557 [899 Esquimalt Road], shown cross-hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Amendment Bylaw No. 2962, from a mix of Development Permit Area No. 4 - Commercial and Development Permit Area No. 6 - Multi-Family Residential to Development Permit Area No. 4 - Commercial. 2. That Council adopts Amendment Bylaw No. 2963, as attached to Staff Report DEV-20-002 as Appendix B, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050 by changing the zoning designation of PID 030-151-562, Lot A, Section 11, Esquimalt District, Plan EPP69557 [899 Esquimalt Road], shown cross hatched on Schedule ‘A’ of Amendment Bylaw No. 2963, from a mix of C-2 [Neighbourhood Commercial] and RD-1 [Two Family Residential] to CD No. 120 [Comprehensive Development District No. 120]. Carried. (Councillor Brame Opposed) |
January 20, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. EPW-20-003 | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Helliwell: That Council resolves that Streets and Traffic Regulation Bylaw, 2017, No. 2898, Amendment Bylaw [No. 3], No. 2990, 2020, be given first, second and third readings. Carried Unanimously. |
January 20, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. CSS-20-003 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Vermeulen: That Council award Victoria Animal Control Services the contract to provide animal management services to the Township for a three year period (with option to extend two additional years on mutual agreement) commencing March 1st, 2020. Carried Unanimously. |
January 20, 2020 - Regular Council | All Present | Staff Report No. DEV-20-007 | Moved by Councillor Brame, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council, upon considering comments made at the Public Hearing, resolves that “Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, Amendment Bylaw No. 2984 [Appendix A] as attached to Staff Report DEV-20-007, which would amend Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050, by replacing text as detailed in the contents of amending Bylaw No. 2984, be given third reading and adoption. Carried Unanimously. |
January 6, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent (Meeting) | Notice of Motion: Victoria Waterways Loop, Councillor Ken Armour - For Discussion | Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Morrison: WHEREAS: The Victoria Waterways Loop (the Loop) is a 17k paddling route that circles Esquimalt (via Victoria Harbour, Gorge Waterway, Esquimalt Harbour and Esquimalt oceanfront) and is endorsed by Tourism Victoria (see attached letter) because it promotes regional tourism, local businesses and environmental stewardship; AND WHEREAS: Loop paddlers face a significant navigational challenge with the tidal rapids at the Gorge Tillicum Narrows (under the Tillicum bridge), which is compounded by the lack of a safety portage beach east of the Narrows and the lack a ramp/pathway under Tillicum bridge that connects to Esquimalt Gorge Park; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That Township staff investigate options as part of the 2020 budget discussions to achieve this capital project (including the possibility of using the McLouglin Amenity Funds) and bring back a report on options, costs (including maintenance costs) and timelines in addition to options to amend the parks master plan. Carried Unanimously. |
January 6, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent | 2020 Budget Overview | Moved by Councillor Hundleby, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council direct staff to prepare a Report considering 2020 Tax rate options starting at 2%. Amendment Motion: Moved by Councillor Armour, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That the Main Motion be amended to strike the words "starting at 2%" and add "between 2% - 4%". Carried Unanimously. The vote was called on the Main Motion as amended and declared Carried Unanimously. |
January 6, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent (Meeting) | Staff Report No. FIN-20-002 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Armour: That Council approve the 2020 Revenue, Tax, Budget and Financial Sustainability Policies and Objectives as attached to Staff Report No. FIN-20-002, as Schedule A to Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2986. Carried. (Councillor Morrison Opposed) |
January 6, 2020 - Regular Council | Councillor Brame Absent (Meeting) | Staff Report No. FIN-20-001 | Moved by Councillor Helliwell, seconded by Councillor Hundleby: That Council give Revenue Anticipation Bylaw, 2020, No. 2985, 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings. Carried Unanimously. |