CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES

June 5, 2013 – Council Chamber

PRESENT

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty,
K. Diotte, K. Krushell, K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

ABSENT

None

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE

S. Farbrother, City Manager
A. Sinclair, City Clerk
M. de Guzman, Office of the City Clerk

ITEM	PAGE	DECISION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. CALL TO ORDER AND RELATED BUSINESS 2 1.1 Call to Order 2 1.2 Adoption of Agenda 2 1.3 Adoption of Minutes 2 1.4 Protocol Items 3 2. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND RELATED BUSINESS 4 2.1 Select Items for Debate 4 2.2 Requests to Speak 4 2.3 Requests for Specific Time on Agenda 4 2.4 Vote on Bylaws not Selected for Debate 4 3. COUNCILLOR INQUIRIES 4 3.1 Organizing Community Information and Consultation Meetings (D. Loken) 4 4. REPORTS TO BE DEALT WITH AT A FUTURE MEETING 5 5. STATUS REPORT 5 6. REPORTS 5 6.1 Council Members' Updates on Agency and Initiative Appointments - Verbal report 5 6.2 Update to Notice of Intention to Designate the Kelly Ramsey Building as a Municipal Historic Resource 7 6.3 Edmonton Arts Council - Art Gallery of Alberta Operating Support Recommendation 7 6.4 Accelerated LED Street Light Conversion Funding Options 8 6.5 Long Term Strategy and Funding for Arterial Roadway Rehabilitation 8 7. BYLAWS 9 7.1 Bylaw 16372 - Pilot Sound Area Structure Plan Amendment 9 8. PRIVATE REPORTS 9 9. NOTICES OF MOTION AND MOTIONS WITHOUT CUSTOMARY NOTICE 9 9.1 Memorandum of Cooperation with the Metis Nation of Alberta (T. Caterina) 9 9.2 Changes to Council Calendar (D. Iveson) 10 10. ADJOURNMENT 11	Carried Carried See minutes See minutes None None See minutes See minutes None None Carried Carried Carried Carried Action Third reading None See minutes See minutes

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ITEM

PAGE

DECISION

1. CALL TO ORDER AND RELATED BUSINESS 2

1.1 Call to Order 2

1.2 Adoption of Agenda 2

1.3 Adoption of Minutes 2

1.4 Protocol Items 3

2. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND RELATED BUSINESS 4

2.1 Select Items for Debate 4

2.2 Requests to Speak 4

2.3 Requests for Specific Time on Agenda 4

2.4 Vote on Bylaws not Selected for Debate 4

3. COUNCILLOR INQUIRIES 4

3.1 Organizing Community Information and Consultation

Meetings (D. Loken) 4

4. REPORTS TO BE DEALT WITH AT A FUTURE MEETING 5

5. STATUS REPORT 5

6. REPORTS 5

6.1 Council Members' Updates on Agency and Initiative

Appointments - Verbal report 5

6.2 Update to Notice of Intention to Designate the

Kelly Ramsey Building as a Municipal Historic

Resource 7

6.3 Edmonton Arts Council - Art Gallery of Alberta

Operating Support Recommendation 7

6.4 Accelerated LED Street Light Conversion Funding

Options 8

6.5 Long Term Strategy and Funding for Arterial

Roadway Rehabilitation 8

7. BYLAWS 9

7.1 Bylaw 16372 - Pilot Sound Area Structure Plan

Amendment 9

8. PRIVATE REPORTS 9

9. NOTICES OF MOTION AND MOTIONS WITHOUT CUSTOMARY

NOTICE 9

9.1 Memorandum of Cooperation with the Metis Nation

of Alberta (T. Caterina) 9

9.2 Changes to Council Calendar (D. Iveson) 10

10. ADJOURNMENT 11

Carried

See minutes

None

See minutes

None

Carried

Action

Third reading

None

See minutes

DECISION SUMMARY

ITEM

DECISION

CALL TO ORDER AND RELATED BUSINESS

1.1

Call to Order

Mayor Mandel called the meeting to order at 9:35 a.m.

Father D. Kuc from St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, led the assembly in prayer.

1.2

Adoption of Agenda

Moved J. Batty - T. Caterina:

That the June 5, 2013, City Council meeting agenda be adopted with the following changes:

Addition:

· 6.5 Long Term Strategy and Funding for Arterial Roadway Rehabilitation

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Krushell, K. Leibovici,
T. Caterina

Absent:

K. Diotte, L. Sloan

1.3

Adoption of Minutes

Moved E. Gibbons - T. Caterina:

That the following City Council meeting minutes be adopted:

May 15, 2013, Special City Council
May 21, 2013, City Council Public Hearing
May 22, 2013, City Council

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Krushell, K. Leibovici,
T. Caterina

Absent:

K. Diotte, L. Sloan

1.4

Protocol Items

Meadowlark School (S. Mandel)

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, welcomed grade 1 students from Meadowlark school, and their teacher,
L. Huang.

Fleet Safety (S. Mandel)

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, congratulated Fleet Services on receiving two 2013 National Association of Fleet Administrators Fleet Awards - Outstanding Achievement in Public Fleet Management and Excellence in Public Fleet Safety. The Fleet Excellence Awards, known as "Flexy", spotlights those who have impacted fleet management in both the corporate and public fleet sectors across North America. Edmonton was the only Canadian finalist in two of the seven award categories, making the award an even bigger accomplishment.

Recognition of Bill Covey (S. Mandel)

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, recognized longtime employee, B. Covey, for receiving a Life Membership Award for his work as a real estate broker with the City of Edmonton. The Realtors Association of Edmonton has awarded him with a life membership in its Professional category, in recognition of his work, his professional integrity, and his willingness to help. Mayor Mandel also recognized the attendance of D. Singelton, Past President and J. Hall, Director of Marketing and Communications from the Realtors Association of Edmonton. The City of Edmonton continues to be a progressive partner in the commercial real estate industry, thanks in large part to the efforts of staff like Mr. Covey.

George P. Nicholson School (S. Mandel)

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, welcomed the grade 6 class from George P. Nicholson school, and their teacher, M. Sprague.

Recognition of K. Leibovici as President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (S. Mandel)

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, recognized Councillor K. Leibovici's time as President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities over the last year. During her time, she has invested numerous hours and has done a remarkable job leading the advocacy group.

George P. Nicholson School (S. Mandel)

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, welcomed the grade 6 class from George P. Nicholson school, and their teacher, L. Campbell.

George P. Nicholson School (S. Mandel)

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, welcomed the grade 6 class from George P. Nicholson school, and their teacher, M. Syme.

ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND RELATED BUSINESS

2.1

Select Items for Debate

The following items were selected for debate: 6.1 and 6.5.

2.2

Requests to Speak

There were no requests to speak.

2.3

Requests for Specific Time on Agenda

There were no requests for any items to be dealt with at a specific time.

2.4

Vote on Bylaws not Selected for Debate

See item 7.1.

COUNCILLOR INQUIRIES

3.1

Organizing Community Information and Consultation Meetings (D. Loken)

I have recently had a meeting with a community league leader who has brought several concerns about how City Administration organizes community information and consultation meetings. I would like Administration to provide a report on the following:

1. How are locations chosen for the community meetings, and if an issue is city-wide, is consideration given to ensure that there is equal access available to all citizens?

2. Is there a standard method and timeline for giving notice of community meetings?

3. When planning meetings, what are the guidelines for determining the start and end time? Is there consideration given to allow citizens to attend outside of their working hours, including travel time?

4. Is there an opportunity for input from the community on the time, date and location of community meetings?

5. How much opportunity is given to community members attending to provide input to the topics and agenda items being discussed?

City Manager

Due Date: Sep. 9, 2013

Exec. Committee

REPORTS TO BE DEALT WITH AT A FUTURE MEETING - NONE

STATUS REPORT - NONE

REPORTS

6.1

Council Members' Updates on Agency and Initiative Appointments - Verbal report

Councillor B. Henderson provided verbal updates on Alberta Capital Region Wastewater Exchange Agreement Coordinating Committee; Capital Region Waste Minimization Advisory Committee; River Valley Alliance (The); Arts and Culture (festivals/facilities/films); and The Edmonton Poverty Elimination Strategy.

Councillors K. Krushell and L. Sloan provided a verbal update on the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association.

Councillor E. Gibbons provided verbal updates on Alberta's Industrial Heartland Association; Edmonton Northlands; Economic Development and Northern Relationships/Circumpolar.

Councillor K. Leibovici provided a verbal update on the Big City Mayors' Caucus.

Councillor J. Batty provided verbal updates on the Canadian Capital Cities Organization; and Fort Edmonton Management Company.

Mayor Mandel and Councillors D. Iveson and E. Gibbons provided a verbal update on the Capital Region Board.

Councillor D. Iveson provided verbal updates on the Edmonton Public Library Board; Youth Initiatives/Next Gen; and City of Learners.

Councillor D. Loken provided verbal updates on Edmonton Salutes; and REACH Edmonton Council for Safe Communities.

Councillors B. Henderson, K. Leibovici, A. Sohi and
D. Loken provided verbal updates on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

Councillor T. Caterina provided a verbal update on the Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway Association.

Councillors K. Leibovici and K. Krushell provided a verbal update on Traffic Safety.

Moved D. Iveson - J. Batty:

That the verbal reports on the Council Members' Updates on Agency and Initiative Appointments, be received for information.

Corporate Svcs.

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell,
K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

6.2

Update to Notice of Intention to Designate the Kelly Ramsey Building as a Municipal Historic Resource

Moved J. Batty - K. Leibovici:

1. That a Notice of Intention to Designate a Municipal Historic Resource, as outlined in Attachment 1 of the June 5, 2013, Sustainable Development report CR_198, be served on the owner of the property of the Kelly Ramsey Building, located at 10040/48-101A Avenue NW, in accordance with Section 26 of the Historical Resources Act R.S.A. 2000.

2. That the City Manager be appointed to implement matters arising from the issuance of the Notice of Intention to Designate a Municipal Historic Resource, including granting approval for alterations to the Kelly Ramsey Building, such approval to be in form and content satisfactory to the City Manager.

Sustainable Dev.

City Manager

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Krushell, K. Leibovici,
T. Caterina

Absent:

K. Diotte, L. Sloan

6.3

Edmonton Arts Council - Art Gallery of Alberta Operating Support Recommendation

Moved J. Batty - K. Leibovici:

That $1,125,000 in ongoing annual operating support to the Art Gallery of Alberta, be approved.

Arts Council

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Krushell, K. Leibovici,
T. Caterina

Absent:

K. Diotte, L. Sloan

6.4

Accelerated LED Street Light Conversion Funding Options

Moved J. Batty - K. Leibovici:

That a Request for Information for an Energy Services Company delivery model for the accelerated LED Street Light conversion program be issued.

Transportation Svcs.

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Krushell, K. Leibovici,
T. Caterina

Absent:

K. Diotte, L. Sloan

6.5

Long Term Strategy and Funding for Arterial Roadway Rehabilitation

Mayor Mandel, on behalf of City Council, recognized the retirement of B. Stephenson, Transportation Services. This would be his final City Council meeting.

L. Cochrane, General Manager, Community Services;
B. Dunford and B. Stephenson, Transportation Services;
S. Farbrother, City Manager; and L. Rosen, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, answered Council's questions.

Moved A. Sohi - K. Krushell:

That $3 million in Municipal Sustainability Initiative funding be carried forward to 2014 and that $6 million be applied to arterial roadways.

Transportation Svcs.

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell,
K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

Moved S. Mandel - K. Leibovici:

Status of the Provincial Gas Tax Revenue

That Administration provide a report to Council through Committee, on the status of the Provincial Gas Tax revenue and the allocation of those funds within the City's current capital budget.

Financial Svcs. and Utilities

Due Date: Sep. 9, 2013

Exec. Committee

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell,
K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

BYLAWS

7.1

Bylaw 16372 - Pilot Sound Area Structure Plan Amendment

Moved B. Anderson - T. Caterina:

That Bylaw 16372 be read a third time.

Distribution List

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell, K. Leibovici,
T. Caterina

Absent:

E. Gibbons, L. Sloan

PRIVATE REPORTS - NONE

NOTICES OF MOTION AND MOTIONS WITHOUT CUSTOMARY NOTICE

9.1

Memorandum of Cooperation with the Metis Nation of Alberta (T. Caterina)

Councillor T. Caterina requested permission to make a Motion without Customary Notice on negotiation of a memorandum of cooperation with the Metis Nation of Alberta.

Moved J. Batty - S. Mandel:

That Councillor T. Caterina be allowed to make a motion Motion without Customary Notice regarding negotiation of a memorandum of cooperation with the Metis Nation of Alberta.

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell,
K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

Moved T. Caterina - K. Leibovici:

That a memorandum of cooperation with the Metis Nation of Alberta, be negotiated and a draft provided to Council for approval at the July 17, 2013,
City Council meeting.

Community Svcs.

Mayor

Due Date:
Jul. 17, 2013

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell,
K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

9.2

Changes to Council Calendar (D. Iveson)

Councillor D. Iveson requested permission to make a Motion without Customary Notice to change orders of the day for the June 18, 2013, Utility Committee meeting.

Moved B. Henderson - A. Sohi:

That Councillor D. Iveson be allowed to make a Motion without Customary Notice to change orders of the day for the June 18, 2013, Utility Committee meeting.

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell,
K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

Moved D. Iveson - A. Sohi:

That the orders of the day for the
June 18, 2013, Utility Committee meeting, originally scheduled from 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., be changed to 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Corporate Svcs.

In Favour:

Carried

S. Mandel, A. Sohi, B. Anderson, B. Henderson, D. Iveson, D. Loken, E. Gibbons, J. Batty, K. Diotte, K. Krushell,
K. Leibovici, L. Sloan, T. Caterina

10.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 11:27 a.m.

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Chair City Clerk