Minutes of Regular Meeting - City Council

Council Chamber, 4th Floor, City Hall

Tuesday, July 09, 2024 at 3:00 P.m. - 4:30 P.m.

4th Floor City Hall

Present:

• Mayor Danny Breen
• Deputy Mayor Sheilagh O'Leary
• Councillor Ron Ellsworth
• Councillor Sandy Hickman
• Councillor Jill Bruce
• Councillor Ophelia Ravencroft
• Councillor Jamie Korab
• Councillor Tom Davis
• Councillor Carl Ridgeley

Regrets:

• Councillor Maggie Burton
• Councillor Debbie Hanlon

Staff:

• Derek Coffey, Deputy City Manager of Finance & Administration
• Tanya Haywood, Deputy City Manager of Community Services
• Jason Sinyard, Deputy City Manager of Planning, Engineering & Regulatory Services
• Lynnann Winsor, Deputy City Manager of Public Works
• Karen Chafe, City Clerk
• Jackie O'Brien, Manager of Communications
• Linda Bishop, Senior Legal Counsel
• Jennifer Squires, Legislative Assistant

Others:

• Lindsay Lyghtle Brushett, Supervisor, Planning & Development

​​Land Acknowledgement

The following statement was read into the record:

“We respectfully acknowledge the Province of Newfoundland & Labrador, of which the City of St. John’s is the capital City, as the ancestral homelands of the Beothuk. Today, these lands are home to a diverse population of indigenous and other peoples. We would also like to acknowledge with respect the diverse histories and cultures of the Mi’kmaq, Innu, Inuit, and Southern Inuit of this Province.”

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

2.1

Proclamation - VOWR 100th Anniversary

3.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

3.1

Adoption of Agenda

Councillor Korab requested that an update on Waterford Bridge Road be added to the agenda.

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/317
  Moved By Councillor Ravencroft
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor O'Leary

  That the Agenda be adopted as amended.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

4.

ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

4.1

Adoption of Minutes - June 25, 2024

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/318
  Moved By Councillor Davis
  Seconded By Councillor Bruce

  That the minutes of June 25, 2024, be adopted as presented.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

5.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

5.1

Notices of Motion given by Councillor Hickman at the June 25th Regular Council Meeting

1.

Commercial Maintenance (Amendment No. 1-2024) By-Law

1.

Proposed Amendment to the Commercial Maintenance By-Law

Recommended for Approval at CotW Meeting of June 18th, 2024

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/319
  Moved By Councillor Hickman
  Seconded By Councillor Ellsworth

  That Council approve the proposed amendments to the Commercial Maintenance By-Law.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

2.

St. John's Electrical (Amendment No. 1-2024) By-Law

1.

Amendment to Electrical By-Law

Recommended for Approval at CotW Meeting of June 18th, 2024

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/320
  Moved By Councillor Hickman
  Seconded By Councillor Ridgeley

  That Council approve the proposed amendments to the Electrical By-Law.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

3.

Open Air Fire Regulations (Amendment No. 1-2024) By-Law

1.

Amendments to the Open Air Fire Regulations

Recommended for Approval at CotW Meeting of June 18th, 2024

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/321
  Moved By Councillor Hickman
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor O'Leary

  That Council approve the proposed amendments to the Open Air Fire Regulations.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

4.

St. John's Plumbing (Amendment No. 1-2024) By-Law

1.

Amendments to the Plumbing By-Law

Recommended for Approval at CotW Meeting of June 18th, 2024

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/322
  Moved By Councillor Hickman
  Seconded By Councillor Davis

  That Council approve the proposed amendments to the Plumbing By-Law.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

5.

St. John's Sign (Amendment No. 1-2024) By-Law

1.

Proposed Amendment to St. John’s Sign By-Law

Recommended for Approval at CotW Meeting of June 18th, 2024

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/323
  Moved By Councillor Hickman
  Seconded By Councillor Bruce

  That Council approve the proposed amendment to the St. John’s Sign By-Law.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

6.

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS

6.1

Approval in Principle for Child Care Centre – 20 Edmonds Place – DEV2400085

Councillor Hickman noted his concerns with the proposed location of the Child Care Centre at 20 Edmonds Place. There are many curves in the road and the hill becomes quite slippery in winter. The number of parents that will be turning into the street from Kelsey Drive is a concern and Councillor Hickman asked the Deputy City Manager of Planning, Engineering, & Regulatory Services for additional information on possible traffic controls for the area. The Deputy City Manager advised that the proposed application was for Approval in Principle and not Development Approval. Technical issues concerning traffic volumes and access points would be considered during the Development Review process. Approvals in Principle provide developers with a level of comfort that what they are proposing can be built in the area as long as they meet the specifications. This approval can be used by developers to secure funding as lenders are assured that what is being proposed is permitted in the zone.

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/324
  Moved By Councillor Ridgeley
  Seconded By Councillor Davis

  That Council grant Approval in Principle for the proposed Child Care Centre Use at 20 Edmonds Place, which is subject to the following conditions prior to Final Approval:
  1. Meet all requirements of the St. John’s Municipal Plan and Development Regulations;
  2. The CK Zone requirements are to be demonstrated on the detailed site plans;
  3. Detailed site and servicing plans submitted and approved; and
  4. Parking requirements are to be met or a request for parking relief provided to be considered by Council.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

6.2

Proposed Decks in the Wetland Buffer – 49, 55 & 57 Leonard J. Cowley Street – INT2400047, INT2400048 and INT2400049

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/325
  Moved By Councillor Ridgeley
  Seconded By Councillor Ellsworth

  That Council approve a residential Deck in the Wetland Buffer at 49, 55 and 57 Leonard J. Cowley Street.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

6.3

Request to Develop Single Detached Dwelling in the Watershed – 116 Bennett’s Road (Town of Portugal Cove – St. Phillip’s) – INT2400037

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/326
  Moved By Councillor Ridgeley
  Seconded By Councillor Ravencroft

  That Council reject the proposed development for a Single Detached Dwelling at 116 Bennett’s Road, Town of Portugal Cove St. Phillips, as the Lot is located within the Broad Cove Watershed and a new Dwelling is not permitted on the Lot as per Section 104(4) of the City of St. John’s Act.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

6.4

Notices Published – 33 - 37 Cochrane Pond Road – SUB2100017

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/327
  Moved By Councillor Ridgeley
  Seconded By Councillor Davis

  That Council approve the following Zone Standards to allow the subdivision of land for the proposed development at 33-37 Cochrane Pond Road:
  - Lot 1 set Lot Frontage of 31.86m and Lot Area of 6.59 acres;
  - Lot 2 establish the Building Line at 26.86 meters; and
  - approve the Discretionary Use application for a Single Detached Dwelling.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

6.5

Proposed Single Detached Dwelling in the Watershed – 66 King’s Hill Road (Town of Portugal Cove – St. Phillip’s) – INT2400044

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/328
  Moved By Councillor Ridgeley
  Seconded By Councillor Bruce

  That Council reject the proposed development for a Single Detached Dwelling at 66 King’s Hill Road, Town of Portugal Cove St. Phillips, as the Lot is located within the Broad Cove Watershed and a new Dwelling is not permitted on the Lot as per Section 104(4) of the City of St. John’s Act.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

6.6

Proposed Redevelopment of a Non-Conforming Dwelling – 4A Middle Battery Road– DEV2400079

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/329
  Moved By Councillor Ridgeley
  Seconded By Councillor Ellsworth

  That Council approve a Building Line at 1.07 metres and the existing Non-Conforming Rear Yard setback at 1.07 metres to allow the redevelopment of a Single Detached Dwelling at 4A Middle Battery Road.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

6.7

Request for Parking Relief for Health and Wellness Centre – 22 O’Leary Avenue – INT2400051

Councillor Ellsworth declared that he was in a Conflict of Interest and abstained from deliberating and voting on the issue. 

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/330
  Moved By Councillor Ridgeley
  Seconded By Councillor Davis

  That Council approve relief for 14 parking spaces to accommodate the proposed Health and Wellness Use at 22 O’Leary Avenue.

  
  

  For (8)	Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis
  Abstain (1)	Councillor Ellsworth

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (8 to 0)

7.

RATIFICATION OF EPOLLS

7.1

2024104 - Video Telematics

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/331
  Moved By Councillor Korab
  Seconded By Councillor Bruce

  THAT Council approve for award open call 2024104 - Video Telematics to the top ranked proponent as determined by the City’s evaluation team, Samsara Inc., for $255,894.64 (HST included) as per the Public Procurement Act. Please note, this was previously approved by ePoll on July 2nd 2024.

  
  

  For (8)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (8 to 0)

8.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

9.

DEVELOPMENT PERMITS LIST (FOR INFORMATION ONLY) 

9.1

Development Permits List June 20 to July 3, 2024

10.

BUILDING PERMITS LIST (FOR INFORMATION ONLY)

10.1

Building permits List

11.

REQUISITIONS, PAYROLLS AND ACCOUNTS

11.1

Weekly Payment Vouchers Ending Weeks of June 26 and July 3, 2024

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/332
  Moved By Councillor Ellsworth
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor O'Leary

  That the weekly payment vouchers for the weeks ending June 16 and July 3, 2024, in the amount of $8,000,447.72, be approved as presented.

  
  

  For (8)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (8 to 0)

12.

TENDERS/RFPS

12.1

2024132 Supply and Deliver Medium Duty Dump Trucks

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/333
  Moved By Councillor Korab
  Seconded By Councillor Ellsworth

  That Council approve for award this open call to the highest ranked proponent as determined by the City’s evaluation team, Avalon Ford Sales, for $221,464.00 total (HST not included), as per the Public Procurement Act.

  
  

  For (8)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (8 to 0)

12.2

Building Codes Energy Performance Tiers Pathways

Deputy Mayor O'Leary explained that there are four energy efficiency tiers which increase as sustainability increases. The National Building Code is Tier 1 and Net Zero is Tier 4. The pathway will assist Council to make recommendations that support sustainable housing and development at higher tiers.

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/334
  Moved By Deputy Mayor O'Leary
  Seconded By Councillor Davis

  THAT Council approve for award this limited call to the top ranked proponent, as determined by the Citys evaluation team, SSG, for $167,576.00 (HST not Incl.) as per the Public Procurement Act. Please note that the City previously did an open call (2024080) for the same and received no bids, therefore as stated in the Public Procurement Act, a limited call was issued.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

13.

NOTICES OF MOTION, RESOLUTIONS QUESTIONS AND PETITIONS

14.

NEW BUSINESS

14.1

231 Main Road – REZ2300017

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/335
  Moved By Councillor Ellsworth
  Seconded By Councillor Ridgeley

  That Council consider rezoning 231 Main Road from the Residential 1 (R1) Zone to the Residential 3 (R3) Zone.
  
  Further, upon receiving a satisfactory site plan, that the application be publicly advertised in accordance with the Envision St. John’s Development Regulations.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.2

26 Alexander Street – REZ2400002

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/336
  Moved By Councillor Ravencroft
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor O'Leary

  That Council consider rezoning 26 Alexander Street from the Commercial Local (CL) Zone to the Apartment 2 (A2) Zone.
  
  Further, upon receiving a satisfactory site plan and building elevations, that Council refer the application to a public meeting chaired by an independent facilitator.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.3

55 Groves Road – MPA2300004

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/337
  Moved By Councillor Davis
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor O'Leary

  That Council consider redesignating 55 Groves Road from the Rural District to the Residential District, and consider rezoning 55 Groves Road from the Rural Residential Infill (RRI) Zone to the Residential 2 (R2) Zone.
  
  Further, upon receiving a satisfactory site plan, that Council refer the application to public notification, as the application will require a commissioner’s public hearing later in the amendment process.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.4

40 Quidi Vidi – DEV2300183

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/338
  Moved By Councillor Ravencroft
  Seconded By Councillor Hickman

  That Council approve the proposed fibre-cement panel system instead of brick for 40 Quidi Vidi Road, as proposed on the June 20, 2024 drawings.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.5

214 Waterford Bridge Road – Adoption – MPA2200006

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/339
  Moved By Councillor Korab
  Seconded By Councillor Ravencroft

  That Council adopt the attached resolutions for Envision St. John’s Municipal Plan Amendment Number 12, 2024 and Envision St. John’s Development Regulations Amendment Number 33, 2024, related to an Apartment Building at 214 Waterford Bridge Road. The proposed Public Hearing date is Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at 7 p.m. at St. John’s City Hall.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.6

SERC - 2024 Summer Events 4

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/340
  Moved By Councillor Bruce
  Seconded By Councillor Ravencroft

  That Council approve the following events: Drag on George on July 19, Shea Heights Folk Festival from July 19 - 21, and the Exeter Avenue Block Party on July 20.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.7

Overnight Construction – Columbus Drive (2023 Street Rehab Contract 1)

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/341
  Moved By Councillor Korab
  Seconded By Councillor Hickman

  That Council grant the Contractor permission to work outside the City’s noise bylaw hours, allowing the Contractor to work between 8:00 pm and 7:00 am for the Columbus Drive work. This work is anticipated to take one night and public notifications will be provided through the City’s website prior to any overnight work taking place.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.8

Grant Program for Subsidiary Dwelling Units, Backyard Suites & Tiny Home Dwellings

The Mayor noted that the program would be similar in nature to incentives offered by the Province. It would be of benefit for the Province to work with the City to simplify and align the criteria and application process for developers and homeowners wishing to avail of funding. Councillor Davis cautioned that the funding would be considered taxable income and that taxes should be factored into the budget when undertaking a project. Councillor Ellsworth advised that the City was waiting for ministerial approval on changes to the Development Regulations. Following ministerial approval a detailed application process will be provided for homeowners and developers on the incentives.  

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/342
  Moved By Councillor Ellsworth
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor O'Leary

  That Council approve the Grant Program for Subsidiary Dwelling Units, Backyard Suites and Tiny Home Dwellings. 

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.9

Incentives for Multi-Unit Purpose-Built Rental Development

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/343
  Moved By Councillor Ellsworth
  Seconded By Councillor Ravencroft

  That Council approve the incentive program for multi-unit purpose-built rental projects.

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

14.10

SERC - 2024 Pride Parade

• SJMC-R-2024-07-09/344
  Moved By Councillor Bruce
  Seconded By Councillor Ravencroft

  That Council approve the road closures and parks by-law exemption associated with the 2024 Pride Parade and Pride in the Park event on July 21, inclement weather date of July 28. 

  
  

  For (9)

  Mayor Breen, Deputy Mayor O'Leary, Councillor Hickman, Councillor Korab, Councillor Ellsworth, Councillor Ravencroft, Councillor Bruce, Councillor Ridgeley, and Councillor Davis

  
  
  
  MOTION CARRIED (9 to 0)

15.

OTHER BUSINESS

15.1

Update on Waterford Bridge Road (Councillor Korab)

At the Regular Meeting of June 25, 2024, Councillor Korab requested that Waterford Bridge Road be considered for Traffic Calming. Speeding and safety have been major concerns of residents for a number of years, but as the street is categorized as a minor arterial it cannot be considered for Traffic Calming. The diversion of traffic from Pitts Memorial has further exacerbated the issue and the road itself was not designed to handle the current level or speed of traffic. In addition to this, the area is largely residential with two schools and very few commercial properties. Councillor Korab requested that a Traffic Study be undertaken to collect critical data to determine if Waterford Bridge Road should be reclassified as a collector. He further requested that the study take place in September once traffic volumes return to normal. Deputy Mayor O'Leary asked that should such a study be undertaken, that the crosswalk configuration at Syme's Bridge Road also be included.

While Members of Council were in support of the study, concerns were raised that if the study were to be expedited that other traffic calming projects would be delayed as a result. The Mayor clarified that as Waterford Bridge Road did not qualify for traffic calming under its current classification, Councillor Korab was requesting that a study take place to determine it could be reclassified. Should the road be reclassified, it could then be added to the list for consideration at a later date. The Deputy City Manager of Planning, Engineering, & Regulatory Services further advised that should Waterford Bridge Road remain as an arterial, a special directive of Council would be required in order to implement traffic calming measures. Councillor Bruce requested that information be provided on what work would be delayed in order to accommodate the proposed classification study. The Deputy City Manager will discuss the issue with Transportation Engineering Staff to determine the implications of inserting the study into their current workflow. This information will be provided to Council in advance of a motion coming forward for consideration.

16.

ACTION ITEMS RAISED BY COUNCIL

16.1

Regional Water Authority

Councillor Ellsworth informed Council that there were concerns from surrounding municipalities that development had surpassed the level employed in the Regional Water Authority's Comprehensive Development Area Plan. He asked that Staff reach out to the Regional Water Authority to determine if they are aware of the concerns and if there is anything the City could do to ensure that neighbouring municipalities have the water that they require. He further noted that federal funding for infrastructure could be availed of to increase capacity. He also requested that Staff determine if there has been an update to the Regional Water Study since Holyrood was considered for addition to the existing capacity.

16.2

Waterford Bridge Road - Speed

Councillor Korab confirmed with the Deputy City Manager of Planning, Engineering, & Regulatory Services that the construction requiring the viaduct closure at Pitts Memorial Drive was still on schedule. He then asked if there was anything that could be done for the remaining twelve days of construction to reduce the speed of vehicles on Waterford Bridge Road.

16.3

Durdle Drive - Traffic Calming

Councillor Ridgeley noted that he had been informed by Transportation Engineering Staff that temporary traffic calming measures on Durdle Drive would be completed by the end of June. He asked the Deputy City Manager of Planning, Engineering & Regulatory Services for an update. Staff advised that there have been some supply chain issues and the work has been delayed due to the availability of temporary cushions. He will confer with Transportation Engineering Staff and provide Councillor Ridgeley with an update.

17.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:35 p.m.