Minutes for City Council May 23, 1995 Meeting

CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 28

TUESDAY, MAY 23, 1995

PRESENT J. Reimer; A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik.

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE:

R. Picherack, City Manager D. Edey/S. Thompson, Office of the City Clerk.

A. CALL TO ORDER AND RELATED BUSINESS

A.1. CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Reimer called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m. Councillor Gomberg was absent.

A.2. OPENING PRAYER

Reverend Gwen Bright, Hospital Chaplain, Anglican Diocese of Edmonton, led the assembly in prayer.

Councillor Gomberg entered the Council Chamber.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 B. URGENT MATTERS - PROTOCOL ITEMS

B.01. XV Canada Games held in Grande Prairie and Jasper - February 1995 (Mayor Reimer)

Mayor Reimer thanked the local volunteers, especially those from AGT and ED TEL, for their efforts in spearheading the March of Champions. This was a Province-wide torch relay which led up to the XV Canada Games which were held in Grande Prairie and Jasper in February. Mayor Reimer welcomed T. Maksimowski, Vice President of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer, from AGT, a major sponsor of the event. Mr. Makisimowski,presented the City of Edmonton with a framed limited edition print entitled “Winter’s Prime” by Alberta Artist, Desmond McCaffrey.

A.3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA

MOVED M. Phair - S. McKibben

That the City Council Agenda (No. 28) for the May 23, 1995 meeting be adopted and that the following be added:

E.06. Clarification of Education Millrate Increase (S. Mckay)

F.01. The Evaluation Committee’s Report on Clarke Park - Replacement - Page 00071.

G.01. Change of Time for Beginning of Utilities and Public Works Committee Meeting - May 30, 1995.

H.01. Twin City Hull - 1995 Spectacles de la Canicule in Hull.

J.01. Civic Agencies and Other Associations - Appointment of Board Members to the Old Towne Market Corporation.

J.02. Civic Agencies and Other Associations - Appointment of Board Members to the Names Advisory Committee.

L.1.c. Bylaw No. 10993 - To Amend the License Bylaw No. 6124, Regulation of Pawn Shops and Second Hand Stores. - Enclosure II - Report Concerning Whether

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 Niche Market or Specialty Product Secondhand Stores Should be Exempt from the Period of Retention Specified in the License Bylaw. CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik.

F. REPORTS RELATED TO COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MATTERS

F.01. The Evaluation Committee’s Report on Clarke Park.

MOVED A. Bolstad - P. Mackenzie

That Item F.01 be dealt with at 1:30 p.m. in order that the individuals who are interested can be in attendance to hear the debate on this item.

AMENDMENT MOVED P. Mackenzie - McKay

That Item F.01. be dealt with at 11:00 a.m..

CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: B. Mason. MOTION OF ALDERMAN BOLSTAD, AS AMENDED, put:

That Item F.01 be dealt with at 11:00 a.m. in order that the individuals who are interested can be in attendance to hear the debate on this item.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION AS AMENDED: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: B. Mason. (Cont’d. on page 757)

E. REPORTS RELATED TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MATTERS

E.03. Status of Alberta Hotel.

E.05. Deposit Plus Interest from the Forfeiture of Trizec (M. Phair)

That items E.03 and E.05 be dealt with at 10:30 a.m.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. (Cont’d. on page 756)

B. URGENT MATTERS - PROTOCOL ITEMS

B.02. Status of the Gas Committee (B. Mason).

At the May 9, 1995 City Council meeting, Alderman Mason requested a ruling on the following points of privilege:

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 1. Were the rights and privileges of Council violated by the dissolution of the Gas Committee by the City Manager considering that Council had appointed Alderman Mason as a member?”

Mayor Reimer ruled in favour of Alderman Mason’s point of privilege.

2. Were the rights and privileges of Council violated by the Administration’s delay in presenting the Franchise Agreement with Northwestern Utilities, especially as the deadline for exercising the City’s option to terminate the agreement is May 15, 1995?”

Mayor Reimer ruled against Alderman Mason’s point of privilege.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 A.4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES

MOVED R. Hayter - S. McKay

That the Minutes of the May 9, 1993 City Council Meeting (No. 27), be adopted.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik.

B. URGENT MATTERS - PROTOCOL ITEMS

B.03. Army, Navy & Armed Force Veterans in Canada Parade (R. Hayter).

Alderman Hayter expressed his pleasure in representing the City on Sunday, May 21, 1995 at the Veterans in Canada Parade, which was held in honour of those who died in defense of liberty and freedom in the First and Second World Wars and the Korean conflict. The parade brought to mind a significant date, April 9, 1917, when, in the thick of World War I, the Canadian Corps, including Edmonton’s 49th Battalion, launched one of the first major Canadian offenses in the war effort and went on to emerge from both World Wars with numerous Battle Honours and Victoria Crosses to its credit. The 49th Battalion remains an outstanding chapter in Edmonton’s military history.

B.04. Bicentennial Anniversary Celebrations (T. Cavanagh)

Alderman Cavanagh commended the Parks and Recreation Department on their Bicentennial Celebrations at Fort Edmonton Park and John Walter Park.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

C.01. Freestanding Signs (P. Mackenzie).

MOVED P. Mackenzie - S. McKibben

That the Planning and Development Department review the Land Use Bylaw regulations with respect to Freestanding General Advertising Signs (Billboards), and provide recommendations to Council for changes to those regulations that will improve the degree of certainty, clarity and fairness of billboard regulations, and that, where possible, will streamline and simplify the current regulations, while protecting against sign proliferation.

REFERRED

MOVED L. Staroszik - M. Phair

That Alderman Mackenzie’s motion be referred to the Planning and Development City Manager Department for a report back to Council through the Executive Committee: Planning & Dev. (Moved P. Mackenzie - S. McKibben - Made at the May 23, 1995 Council Exec Committee Meeting:) That the Planning and Development Department review the Land Use Due: July 19, 1995 Bylaw regulations with respect to Freestanding General Advertising Signs (Billboards), and provide recommendations to Council for changes to those regulations that will improve the degree of certainty, clarity and fairness of billboard regulations, and that, where possible, will streamline and simplify the current regulations, while protecting against sign proliferation.

C.02. Refreshment Vending Machines and Water Fountains (S. McKay).

Alderman McKay withdrew her notice.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 C.03. Review of the Operation of the Taxi Commission (B. Campbell).

Alderman McKay stated that she had a conflict of interest with respect to item C.03 in that her son is involved in the taxi industry. She would, therefore, not participate in the deliberation or vote on this item.

Alderman McKay left the Council Chamber and did not take part in the deliberation or vote on this item.

MOVED B. Campbell - L. Staroszik

That the Auditor General review the operation of the Taxi Commission to determine whether their policies and practices are consistent with its mandate and that the information the Commission receives for decision-making is relevant, complete, timely, accurate and reliable.

That Alderman Campbell’s motion be referred to the Audit Committee.

LOST FOR THE MOTION: M. Phair, S. McKibben. OPPOSED: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: S. McKay. A. Bolduc, Auditor General, answered Council’s questions.

AMENDMENT MOVED R. Hayter - A. Bolstad

That a part 2 be added. as follows:

2. That the Auditor General, in his review, consult with those affected by the decision of the Taxi Cab Commission.

CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: M. Phair, S. McKibben ABSENT: S. McKay. MOTION OF ALDERMAN CAMPBELL, AS AMENDED, put

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 1. That the Auditor General review the operation of the Taxi Commission to City Manager determine whether their policies and practices are consistent with its Auditor General mandate and that the information the Commission receives for decision- making is relevant, complete, timely, accurate and reliable. 2. That the Auditor General, in his review, consult with those affected by the decision of the Taxi Cab Commission.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION AS AMENDED: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S, McKibben, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: M. Phair. ABSENT: S. McKay.

C.04. Phosphorus Removal Funding Arrangement (T. Gomberg).

MOVED T. Gomberg - M. Phair

That the Mayor write a letter to the Capital Region Sewage Commission:

1. urging that they soon begin operating the equipment to reduce phosphorus effluent to the North Saskatchewan River; and

2. requesting their support for a funding arrangement for phosphorus removal from the Gold Bar Waste Water Treatment Plant effluent similar to the funding arrangement they received from the Provincial Government.

REFERRED B. Duncan, General Manager, Planning and Development Department, answered Council’s questions.

MOVED T. Cavanagh - L. Staroszik

That Councillor Gomberg’s motion be referred to the Administration to report back City Manager to Council through the Utilities and Public Works Committee: Planning & Dev.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 (Moved T. Gomberg - M. Phair - Made at the May 23, 1995 Council Meeting): Transportation That the Mayor write a letter to the Capital Region Sewage Commission: UPW Committee

1. urging that they soon begin operating the equipment to reduce Due: July 18, 1995 phosphorus effluent to the North Saskatchewan River; and 2. requesting their support for a funding arrangement for phosphorus removal from the Gold Bar Waste Water Treatment Plant effluent similar to the funding arrangement they received from the Provincial Government.

EXEMPTIONS AND VOTE ON ALL OTHER ITEMS

MOVED M. Phair - T. Cavanagh

That items D.2.a., D.2.c., D.2.d., D.2.f., D.2.g., E.02., E.03., E.04., E.05., E.06., F.01. and J.01.be exempted for debate; and

D.2. REPORTS ON ADMINISTRATIVE INQUIRIES

D.2.b. Edmonton Eskimos Request for Financial Assistance (A. Bolstad).

That the May 4, 1995 Parks and Recreation Department report be received as City Manager information. Parks and Rec.

D.2.e. Pedestrian and Vehicle Safety (S. McKay).

That the May 3, 1995 Transportation Department report be received as information. City Manager

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 Transportation

D.3. STATUS OF REPORTS

D.3.a. Office of the Auditor General Value- For-Money Audit Report - Edmonton Power Authority.

That the revised due date of July 25, 1995 be approved. Auditor General City Manager Power

Due: July 25, 1995

E.01. Granting Freedom of the City to 15 (Edmonton) Service Battalion.

That Freedom of the City to 15 (Edmonton) Service Battalion, Canadian Forces City Manager Base Edmonton be granted.

F.02. Blackburne: Minimum Park Development Budget Adjustment.

1. That the 1995 Edmonton Parks and Recreation Capital Budget be revised by City Manager reducing Project 94-21-4005, Ozerna: Minimum Park Development by Parks and Rec.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 $67,000 from $335,000 to $268,000. Studies & Bud. 2. That this $67,000 be re-allocated in the 1995 Capital Budget to Project 95- Finance 21-4061, Blackburne: Minimum Park Development.

F.03. Finance-Administrative Grants-In-Aid Advisory Committee 1995 Festival Seed Grant Recommendation.

That the Edmonton Folk Arts Council request for a 1995 Festival Seed Grant-In City Manager -Aid be denied. Parks and Rec. Finance

F.04. Finance-Administrative Grants-In-Aid Advisory Committee Correspondence dated April 24, 1995 from N. Temperly on Canada Day.

1. That $12,000 be granted to the Edmonton Canada Day Committee to City Manager produce the annual Canada Day Celebrations (Source of Funds: 1995 Parks and Rec. Council Contingency). Finance 2. That the Edmonton Canada Day Committee apply under the Major Festival Studies & Bud. Operating Grant-In-Aid Program for funding in 1996.

F.05. Finance-Administrative Grants-In-Aid Advisory Committee 1995 Festival Seed Grant Recommendation.

1. That a 1995 Festival Seed Grant be awarded to the Edmonton Folk Music City Manager Festival in the amount of $15,000 (Source of Funds: Festivals Grant-In- Parks and Rec. Aid). Finance 2. That the balance of funds remaining in the Seed Grant program as of August Studies & Bud. 31, 1995 (up to a maximum of $8500) be awarded to the Folk Music Festival as additional support for this collaborative project.

3. That no funds be released prior to receiving a written agreement, signed by Cont’d. members of the Festival Consortium, regarding the future use of the

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 materials outlined in the grant proposal. City Manager Parks and Rec. Finance Studies & Bud.

F.06. Senior Groups.

1. That a joint committee of Parks and Recreation and Community and Family City Manager Services Department be struck to: Parks and Rec. a. coordinate funding and planning decisions for Seniors Groups. Comm. and Fam. b. coordinate the use of internal City resources. Services c. identify unmet needs of the elderly who are frail, who are poor and Studies & Bud. seniors who are 80 years and older. Input from Seniors is desirable. 2. That within budget limitations, funding for Seniors Centres be increased to accommodate the growing population and the changing needs of older people through recognition of the value of preventative programming in contributing to total well-being (holistic/spiritual). 3. That funding for Senior Centres be based upon accreditation under the National Standards on Senior Centres.

F.07. Provincial Mental Health Board.

1. That the Mayor’s Office write a letter supporting the right of the City of City Manager Edmonton to appoint members to the Mental Health Board. Mayor 2. That the Health Care Task Force meet with Alberta Hospital to discuss the Comm. and Fam. implications of the closure of Alberta Hospital. Services 3. That the April 26, 1995 Community and Family Services Department report be referred for potential follow-up, which would include action, to the Health Care Task Force.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 G. REPORTS RELATED TO UTILITIES AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MATTERS

G.01. Change of Time for Beginning of Utilities and Public Works Committee Meeting - May 30, 1995.

That in accordance with Section 14 of Bylaw 9999, The Committees and Procedures City Manager Bylaw, as amended, the Utilities and Public Works Committee meeting scheduled to City Clerk begin at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 30, 1995, be re-scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. on the same day. Mayor Aldermen All Department General Managers

H. OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS

H.01. Twin City of Hull - 1995 Spectacles de la Canicule in Hull

That the City of Edmonton sponsor the 1995 Spectacles de la Canicule in Hull at a City Manager cost of $10,000, subject to the execution of a reciprocal agreement under which the Alderman T. City of Hull will commit a similar amount to the sponsorship of the Main Stage at Cavanagh the Sunday Promenade during the 1995 Klondike Days. (Source of funding: 1995 Finance Budget). Studies & Bud.

J. OTHER REPORTS

J.02. Civic Agencies and Other Associations - Appointment of Board Members to the Names Advisory Committee

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 1. That Georgia Baird and Leanne deBoer be appointed as citizen-at-large City Manager members on the Names Advisory Board for terms ending December 31, Civic Agencies 1995. Names Advisory

2. That James T. Neilson and Jim Shinkaruk be reappointed as the Edmonton Cont’d. Historical Board and Edmonton Separate School Board representatives respectively, on the Names Advisory Board for terms ending December 31, City Manager 1995. Civic Agencies Edmonton Historical Board

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. (Cont’d. from page 747)

E.03. Status of Alberta Hotel

MOVED S. McKay - T. Gomberg (February 7, 1995 Council Meeting):

That the Alberta Hotel Restoration project be assigned special status as a Bi- Centennial project for the City of Edmonton to begin immediately.

AMENDMENT MOVED P. Mackenzie - T. Gomberg

That Alderman McKay’s motion be amended to replace the words “to begin immediately” with the following:

“to be considered in the Old Towne Market proposal”.

K. Singh and D. Fraser, Planning and Development Department answered Council’s questions.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik.

MOTION OF ALDERMAN MCKAY, AS AMENDED, put:

That the Alberta Hotel Restoration project be assigned special status as a Bi- City Manager Centennial project for the City of Edmonton to be considered in the Old Towne Planning & Dev. Market proposal. EDE

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, T. Gomberg, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. Mckay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: L. Chahley, R. Hayter.

F.01. The Evaluation Committee’s Report on Clarke Park.

R. Picherack, City Manager, made a brief presentation.

MOVED P. Mackenzie - S. Mckay 1. That the framework for a Negotiated Agreement between the Edmonton Eskimos Football Club (EEFC) and the City, as presented in Enclosure I of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee on Clarke Park report, be approved.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 2. That Commonwealth Stadium be operated on an enterprise concept basis as presented in Enclosure II of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee on Clarke Park report.

3. That the Commonwealth Stadium Enterprises (CSE) Reserve be established with a $750,000 loan funded by the Public Works Department Vehicle Equipment Reserve.

4. That the $96,000 settlement of the EEFC’s 1994 funding requests be funded from the City’s 1994 General Operating Surplus.

5. That the City Solicitor’s Office, in concert with the Parks and Recreation Department (PRD), be directed to negotiate, finalize and have executed on behalf of the City the Agreement based on the approved framework.

6. That the assessment of the province’s Professional Sport Policy Committee report (Enclosure III of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee on Clarke Park report) be accepted as information.

R. Picherack, City Manager; D. Manderschied, Office of the City Solicitor; P. Moric, Finance Department; A. Maurer, General Manager, Public Works Department, answered Council’s questions.

Orders of the Day were called.

Council recessed at 12:01 p.m.

Council reconvened at 1:33 p.m.

Aldermen Campbell and Staroszik were absent.

P. Moric, Finance Department; R. Picherack, City Manager; D. Manderscheid, Office of the City Solicitor; Maria David-Evans, Acting General Manager, Parks and Recreation Department and C. Stasynec, Commonwealth Stadium Director, answered Council’s questions.

Alderman Staroszik entered the Council Chamber.

MOVED P. Mackenzie - M. Phair

That any member of Council who wishes to do so be allowed to speak for an additional five minutes.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: J. Reimer; A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, T. Gomberg, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: L. Chahley, R. Hayter. ABSENT: B. Campbell. Alderman Campbell entered the Council Chamber.

AMENDMENT MOVED T. Cavanagh - R. Hayter

That the Five Year Agreement (Enclosure I of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee report) be amended, as follows:

i. That a facility ticket surcharge be instituted for the 1996 football season; and

ii) that the facility ticket surcharge not apply to the casual ticket buyer for the 1995 season.

AMENDMENT TO AMENDMENT MOVED A. Bolstad - S. McKibben

That the word “and” and all of part ii. be deleted.

CARRIED

FOR THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDMENT: J. Reimer; A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: T. Cavanagh, S. McKay. AMENDMENT OF ALDERMAN CAVANAGH AS AMENDED put:

That the Five Year Agreement (Enclosure I of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee report on Clarke Park) be amended, as follows:

That a facility ticket surcharge be instituted for the 1996 football season.

CARRIED

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 FOR THE AMENDMENT AS AMENDED: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, B. Mason, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: J. Reimer; L. Chahley, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben.

AMENDMENT MOVED S. McKibben - L. Chahley

That the Five Year Agreement (Enclosure I of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee report on Clarke Park) be amended, as follows:

That the continuation of tax levy support be by budget processes used throughout the Corporation.

LOST FOR THE AMENDMENT: L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, B. Mason, S. McKibben. OPPOSED: J. Reimer; A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, M. Phair, L. Staroszik.

AMENDMENT MOVED R. Hayter - B. Mason

That the words “and that Council be provided with an annual evaluation of the Commonwealth Stadium Enterprises Reserve” be added to the end of part 3.

AMENDMENT TO AMENDMENT MOVED L. Staroszik - S. McKibben

That the words “including future projections and a repayment schedule for the $750,000 loan” be added after the word “Reserve”.

D. Manderscheid, Office of the City Solicitor, answered Council’s questions.

CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDMENT: J. Reimer; A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. AMENDMENT OF ALDERMAN HAYTER AS AMENDED put:

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 That the words “and that Council be provided with an annual evaluation of the Commonwealth Stadium Enterprises Reserve including future projections and a repayment schedule for the $750,000 loan”.

CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT AS AMENDED: J. Reimer; A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. FOR THE AMENDMENT: L. Staroszik - S. McKibben MOTION OF ALDERMAN MACKENZIE AS AMENDED put:

1. That the framework for a Negotiated Agreement between the Edmonton City Manager Eskimos Football Club (EEFC) and the City, as presented in Enclosure I of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee report on Clarke Park, be Evaluation approved with the following amendment: Committee Amendment to Enclosure 1: one dollar ticket surcharge on all football season Parks and Rec. tickets over seven dollars beginning in 1996. City Solicitor

2. That Commonwealth Stadium be operated on an enterprise concept basis as presented in Enclosure II of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee report on Clarke Park. 3. That the Commonwealth Stadium Enterprises (CSE) Reserve be established with a $750,000 loan funded by the Public Works Department - Vehicle Equipment Reserve; and that Council be provided with an annual evaluation of the Commonwealth Stadium Enterprises Reserve including future projections and repayment schedule for the $750,000 loan. 4. That the $96,000 settlement of the EEFC’s 1994 funding requests be funded from the City’s 1994 General Operating Surplus. 5. That the City Solicitor’s Office, in concert with the Parks and Recreation Department (PRD), be directed to negotiate, finalize and have executed on behalf of the City the Agreement based on the approved framework. 6. That the assessment of the province’s Professional Sport Policy Committee report (Enclosure III of the May 15, 1995 The Evaluation Committee report on Clarke Park) be accepted as information.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION AS AMENDED: J. Reimer, A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: T. Gomberg.

MOVED A. Bolstad - L. Staroszik

That Council recess for fifteen minutes.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: J. Reimer; A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. Council recessed at 3:45 p.m.

Council reconvened at 4:05 p.m. with Deputy Mayor Hayter in the Chair.

Mayor Reimer; Aldermen Mackenzie, McKay and Staroszik were absent.

F.01.a. Future Uses of Clarke Stadium and Grounds.

That the determination of the future uses of Clarke Stadium and grounds be reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Department with the local community and amateur sports groups with a report to come to the Community Services Committee by December 1, 1995.

C. Stasynec, Parks and Recreation Department, answered Council’s questions.

AMENDMENT MOVED A. Bolstad - M. Phair

That the words ”Commonwealth Stadium users” be inserted before the word “local”.

M. David-Evans, Acting General Manager, Parks and Recreation Department, answered Council’s questions.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKibben, M. Phair. ABSENT: J. Reimer; S. McKay, L. Staroszik. MOTION OF COUNCILLOR PHAIR AS AMENDED put:

That the determination of the future uses of Clarke Stadium and grounds be City Manager reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Department with the Commonwealth Stadium Parks and Rec. users, local community and amateur sports groups with a report to come to the Community Services Committee by December 1, 1995. CS Committee Due: Dec. 1, 1995

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION AS AMENDED: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKibben, M. Phair. ABSENT: J. Reimer; S. McKay, L. Staroszik.

F.01.b. Community Consultation Process for Commonwealth and Clarke Stadia.

MOVED B. Mason - T. Gomberg

That the Administration establish a process to consult communities surrounding Commonwealth and Clarke Stadia with respect to future uses of the facilities and the attendant noise and traffic impacts on those communities.

REFERRED

MOVED P. Mackenzie - L. Chahley

That Alderman Mason’s motion be referred to the Administration to prepare a report City Manager outlining the current process for dealing with and consulting with the surrounding Parks and Rec. communities. (Moved B. Mason - T. Gomberg - Made at the May 23, 1995 Council Meeting): Due: July 25, 1995 That the Administration establish a process to consult communities

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 surrounding Commonwealth and Clarke Stadia with respect to future uses of the facilities and the attendant noise and traffic impacts on those communities.

CARRIED Alderman McKay entered the Council Chamber. FOR THE MOTION: B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay. OPPOSED: A. Bolstad, T. Gomberg, B. Mason, S. McKibben, M. Phair. ABSENT: J. Reimer; L. Staroszik.

E.05. Deposit Plus Interest from the Forfeiture of Trizec (M. Phair)

MOVED T. Cavanagh - M. Phair 1. That if Council passes a recommendation to spend the One Million Dollars, and if the agreement between The City of Edmonton and Trizec Equities Ltd. dated May 28, 1984 requires the City to repay that One Million Dollars to Trizec, and if and when there is an official opening to the public of the Canada Place Hotel on the land legally described as Plan 802 2362, Block H, Lot 5, then the City will repay the One Million Dollars to Trizec.

2. That an incentive package for the restoration of the Alberta Hotel be developed to include $350,000 and the criteria for its expenditure.

K. Singh, Planning and Development Department; and A. Massing, Office of the City Solicitor, answered Council’s questions.

MOVED A. Bolstad - S. McKay

That Council meet in private.

CARRIED

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Gomberg, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair. OPPOSED: B. Campbell, L. Chahley, R. Hayter. ABSENT: J. Reimer; T. Cavanagh, P. Mackenzie, L. Staroszik. Council met in private at 4:35 p.m.

MOVED S. McKibben - M. Phair

That Council meet in public.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, B. Mason, P. Mackenzie, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer; T. Gomberg, S. McKay. Council reconvened in public at 4:45 p.m.

Mayor Reimer was absent.

AMENDMENT MOVED L. Chahley - B. Campbell

That in part 2 of Alderman Cavanagh’s motion that the words ”up to a maximum of” be added after the words “to include”.

CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh. L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer. Alderman Campbell requested that Alderman Cavanagh’s motion be split for voting purposes.

MOTION ON PART 1 put:

1. That if Council passes a recommendation to spend the One Million Dollars, City Manager and if the agreement between The City of Edmonton and Trizec Equities Finance Ltd. dated May 28, 1984 requires the City to repay that One Million Dollars to Trizec, and if and when there is an official opening to the public of the Planning & Dev. Canada Place Hotel on the land legally described as Plan 802 2362, Block H, Lot 5, then the City will repay the One Million Dollars to Trizec.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION AS AMENDED: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh. L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer. MOTION ON PART 2 AS AMENDED put:

2. That an incentive package for the restoration of the Alberta Hotel be City Manager developed to include up to a maximum of $350,000 and the criteria for its Finance expenditure. Planning & Dev.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION AS AMENDED: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: B. Campbell. ABSENT: J. Reimer.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

C.05. Cleaning Up the River (A. Bolstad).

MOVED A. Bolstad - B. Mason

That the City create a Task Force of experts and citizens to examine ways in which the quality of the water in the North Saskatchewan River can be improved, with a particular emphasis on finding cost-effective ways to reduce the amount of pollutants entering that portion of the river which falls within the City of Edmonton’s boundaries.

REFERRED

MOVED P. Mackenzie - B. Campbell

That Alderman Bolstad’s motion be referred to the Administration to prepare a report through the Utilities and Public Works Committee on what is and has been done by Edmonton and the Province regarding the quality of the water in the North Saskatchewan River and the necessity of a Task Force.

AMENDMENT MOVED B. Mason - L. Chahley

That the following sentence “that the report include the proposed composition of the Task Force, the terms of reference, the potential costs and the source of funds” be added at the end of the sentence.

CARRIED FOR THE AMENDMENT: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason. MOTION OF ALDERMAN BOLSTAD AS AMENDED put:

That Alderman Bolstad’s motion be referred to the Administration to prepare a City Manager report through the Utilities and Public Works Committee on what is and has been Transportation done by Edmonton and the Province regarding the quality of the water in the North Saskatchewan River and the necessity of a Task Force. That the report include the UPW Committee proposed composition of the Task Force, the terms of reference, the potential costs Due: July 18, 1995

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 and the source of funds.

(Moved A. Bolstad - B. Mason - Made at the May 23, 1995 Council Meeting): Cont’d. That the City create a Task Force of experts and citizens to examine ways in which the quality of the water in the North Saskatchewan River can be City Manager improved, with a particular emphasis on finding cost-effective ways to Transportation reduce the amount of pollutants entering that portion of the river which falls UPW Committee within the City of Edmonton’s boundaries. Due: July 18, 1995

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION AS AMENDED: B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: A. Bolstad, T. Gomberg. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason.

D. ADMINISTRATIVE INQUIRIES, RESPONSES AND STATUS REPORTS

D.1. ADMINISTRATIVE INQUIRIES

D.1.a. Use of Consultants (S. McKibben).

“As part of the city’s commitment to actively involving citizens in decision-making, City Manager the Administration will occasionally hire a consultant to manage a public- participation process. The public-participation process typically involves such Due: July 25, 1995 activities as organizing public meetings and establishing focus groups. I would like a report about the use of these consultants. The report should include, but not be limited to, the following: a) over the past two years, how often have they been used? What was the cost of each contract and what were some of the methods used? b) What are the criteria for deciding when a private consultant will be contracted to manage a public-participation process?

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 c) Does the Administration have a standardized method of evaluating the quality of the work provided by those contractors? d) Are there some examples in which a public-participation process had a measurable effect on the outcome of a decision-making process?”

D.1.b. Dry Landfill Rates (T. Gomberg).

“I have been told that the City of Edmonton’s dry landfill rates are the lowest in the City Manager region. Is this so? Would it be reasonable to bring the rates more in line with other dry landfill rates?” Due: July 25, 1995

D.1.c. Solar Aquatics Sewage Treatment (T. Gomberg).

“On Thursday, May 18, 1995 on the CBC National Television News, a story City Manager appeared describing Bear River, Nova Scotia’s new sewage treatment facility. It is Transportation the first of its kind in Canada, using a solar aquatics sewage system whereby natural processes, including plants and snails, are part of an attractive ecological and Due: July 25, 1995 popular method of transforming sewage. I include a video tape copy of the news report. Is the Administration familiar with this approach towards sewage? Could such a solar aquatic process be used in Edmonton to treat sewage? Might this be a cost- effective approach towards cleaning up sanitary sewage and, perhaps, storm sewage?”

D.1.d. Investments With Managed Investments Ltd. of Edmonton (M. Phair).

“As I recall, a portion of the money realized from the sale of Edmonton Telephones City Manager is being handled by Managed Investments Ltd. of Edmonton. With recent Finance

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 development concerning Managed Investments Ltd., I would like the following information: Due: July 25, 1995 1) Has the City’s investment with Managed Investment Ltd. been negatively impacted? 2) What criteria does the City follow in deciding if funds should be moved from one company to another? 3) Has the City considered moving its funds out of Managed Investments Ltd.?”

D.1.e. Kingsway Business Association Participation in Civic Election (P. Mackenzie).

“This inquiry is in response to some information I received about the Kingsway City Manager Business Association and its plans to take an active role in the fall civic elections. City Manager I would appreciate it if the Association or our appointees could report to Council on Kingsway Business the rationale for this action, the amount of funds that have been or will be set aside Association for this purpose and the consulting or staff resources that will be dedicated to this project. Due: July 25, 1995 At the same time, I would request that the Kingsway Business Association explain how such an initiative fits within its mandate. Furthermore, please indicate which Board members of the Kingsway Business Association would be impacted, directly or indirectly, with any change in the role of the Municipal Airport.”

D.1.f. Placement of Moving the Water Intake Upstream Question on the Election Ballot (S. McKay).

“My question is to the City Clerk. City Manager Is it possible to have the question on moving the water intake upstream of 85 storm City Clerk sewer outfalls put on the October 16, 1995 election ballot for the people to decide this important question? Due: July 25, 1995

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 D.1.g. City Policy on Emergency Telephones (S. McKay).

“My inquiry is to the City Manager. City Manager I am requesting a report to come to the Utilities and Public Works Committee on the Due: July 25, 1995 current City policy regarding emergency telephones, their placement and where they are now located.”

D.1.h. Feasibility and Costs of Having Vending Machines Outside of Council Chamber (S. McKay).

“My inquiry is to the Public Works Department for a report to come back to the City Manager Utilities and Public Works Committee on the feasibility and cost to have vending machines with coffee, tea and soft drinks placed outside City Council Chambers, perhaps by the elevator on the west side. UPW Committee Also, the report should also include the feasibility and costs of having water Due: July 18, 1995 fountains installed on the taps in the washrooms.”

D.2. REPORTS ON ADMINISTRATIVE INQUIRIES

D.2.a. Conflict of Interest Guidelines for Citizens Who Serve on City Boards and Agencies (A. Bolstad).

MOVED A. Bolstad - T. Gomberg

That the April 11, 1995 Office of the City Clerk report be referred to the Executive City Manager

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 Committee for discussion. City Clerk Exec Committee

Due: May 31, 1995

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: T. Cavanagh, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason.

D.2.c. Bank of America Fights Sprawl Report (T. Gomberg).

MOVED T. Gomberg - S. McKay

That the May 9, 1995 Planning and Development Department report be referred to City Manager the Executive Committee for discussion. Planning & Dev. Exec Committee

Due: May 31, 1995

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason.

D.2.d. Planning Principles Contained in “A Vision of Britain” (B. Mason).

MOVED B. Campbell - S. McKibben

That the May 4, 1995 Planning and Development Department report be referred to City Manager the Executive Committee for discussion. Planning & Dev. Exec Committee

Due: May 31, 1995

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Gomberg, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason.

D.2.f. Youth Crime (M. Phair).

That the April 27, 1995 Edmonton Police Service report be referred to the City Manager Community Services Committee for discussion. Police Service Police Commission CS Committee

Due: May 29, 1995

D.2.g. Increase in Business Taxes for Firms Operating in Free-Standing Buildings (A. Bolstad).

MOVED L. Chahley - A. Bolstad

That the May 10, 1995 Finance Department report be referred to the Executive City Manager Committee for discussion. Finance Exec Committee

Due: May 31, 1995

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, L. Chahley, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: T. Cavanagh, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason.

E.02. Zeidler Forest Industries.

MOVED T. Gomberg - S. McKibben (Made at the April 4, 1995 Council Meeting):

That the City of Edmonton:

1. Undertake to appeal the amendment to an existing approval by Alberta Environmental Protection for the addition of a new emission source which will result in a 25% increase over existing levels of air pollution.

2. Initiate a formal inquiry into the combined and long term health effects of Zeidler’s operation on the approximately 100,000 citizens who are subjected to the adverse and irritating effects of plant emissions on a 24 hour a day, year-round basis.

3. Take an active and leading role towards ensuring that adequate measures are taken towards the resolution of this problem.

S. Stadnyk, Office of the City Solicitor; R. Picherack, City Manager; and K. Singh, Planning and Development Department, answered Council’s questions.

Orders of the Day were called.

MOVED M. Phair - P. Mackenzie

That Orders of the Day be extended to complete item E.02.

CARRIED

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 FOR THE MOTION: B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: A. Bolstad, T. Gomberg, S. McKibben. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason. MOTION OF COUNCILLOR GOMBERG put:

That the City of Edmonton:

1. Undertake to appeal the amendment to an existing approval by Alberta Environmental Protection for the addition of a new emission source which will result in a 25% increase over existing levels of air pollution.

2. Initiate a formal inquiry into the combined and long term health effects of Zeidler’s operation on the approximately 100,000 citizens who are subjected to the adverse and irritating effects of plant emissions on a 24 hour a day, year-round basis.

3. Take an active and leading role towards ensuring that adequate measures are taken towards the resolution of this problem.

LOST FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Gomberg. OPPOSED: B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason, S. McKibben.

MOVED T. Gomberg - S. McKay

That the report from the Capital Health Authority come back to Executive City Manager Committee as soon as possible. Exec Committee

Due: July 5, 1995

MOVED S. McKay - T. Gomberg

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 That the report on the findings of the Alberta Environment Board be sent to City Manager Executive Committee as soon as possible. Exec Committee

Due: July 5, 1995

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Mason. Council recessed at 5:50 p.m.

Council reconvened at 7:03 p.m. Deputy Mayor Hayter presided.

Mayor Reimer; Aldermen Campbell, Mason, McKay and Staroszik were absent.

E.04. Regional Issues - Capital Region Forum

MOVED M. Phair - T. Gomberg

That the Capital Region Forum be advised that the Council of the City of Edmonton considers the following five issues as most important to this municipality:

- Planning for the Urban Fringe

- Shared Municipal Services

- Regional Transportation and Transit

- North Saskatchewan River Valley including Water Treatment and Sanitary Sewage

- Solid Waste Management

POSTPONED

MOVED P. Mackenzie - T. Gomberg

That Item E.04. be postponed until Alderman McKay is present.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, P. Mackenzie, S. McKibben, M. Phair. OPPOSED: R. Hayter. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell, B. Mason, S. McKay, L. Staroszik. (Cont’d. on page 775)

E.06. Clarification of Education Millrate Increase (S. McKay)

That the May 10, 1995 Finance Department report be received as information. City Manager Finance

R. Tennant, Finance Department, answered Council’s questions.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKibben, M. Phair. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell, B. Mason, S. McKay, L. Staroszik. Alderman McKay entered the Council Chamber.

J. OTHER REPORTS

J.01. Civic Agencies and Other Associations - Appointment of Board Members to the Old Towne Market Corporation

MOVED P. Mackenzie - T. Gomberg 1. That Henry Kwok be appointed as the citizen-at-large member on the Old Towne Market Corporation for a term ending December 31, 1995.

2. That R. Ardiel, General Manager, Finance Department, be appointed to the board of the Old Towne Market Corporation as the City Administration representative for a term ending December 31, 1995; and, that an exception

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 be made to City Procedure C449B Section 3.09 so that R. Ardiel has full membership privileges on this board.

S. Thompson, Office of the City Clerk, answered Council’s questions.

Alderman Staroszik entered the Council Chamber.

Members of Council requested that the motion be split for voting purposes.

1. That Henry Kwok be appointed as the citizen-at-large member on the Old City Manager Towne Market Corporation for a term ending December 31, 1995. City Clerk Old Towne Market

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell, B. Mason. Alderman Mason entered the Council Chamber.

2. That R. Ardiel, General Manager, Finance Department, be appointed to the City Manager board of the Old Towne Market Corporation as the City Administration City Clerk representative for a term ending December 31, 1995; and, that an exception be made to City Procedure C449B Section 3.09 so that R. Ardiel has full Old Towne Market membership privileges on this board.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: A. Bolstad, T. Gomberg. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell. (Cont’d. from page 773)

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 E.04. Regional Issues - Capital Region Forum

That the Capital Region Forum be advised that the Council of the City of Edmonton City Manager considers the following five issues as most important to this municipality:

- Planning for the Urban Fringe Cont’d. - Shared Municipal Services - Regional Transportation and Transit City Manager - North Saskatchewan River Valley including Water Treatment and Sanitary Sewage - Solid Waste Management

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell.

L. BYLAWS.

L.1.a. Bylaw No. 11051 - To Authorize the Council of the City of Edmonton to Incur an Indebtedness by the Issuance of Debentures to the Alberta Municipal Financing Corporation for the Purpose of the Construction of Asphalt Lane Paving Local Improvements Property Share. PURPOSE

To provide debenture borrowing authority in the amount of $22,398.00.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 L.1.b. Bylaw No. 11050 - To Authorize the Council of the City of Edmonton to Incur an Indebtedness by the Issuance of Debentures to the Alberta Municipal Financing Corporation for the Purpose of the Construction of Turnaround Local Improvements Property Share. PURPOSE

That Bylaw Nos. 11051 and 11050 be read a first time.

That Bylaw No. 11050 be read a second time.

That Bylaw No. 11050 be considered for third reading.

That Bylaw No. 11050 be read a third time and passed. Distribution List

CARRIED

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell. FOR THE MOTION:

L.1.c. Bylaw No. 10993 - To Amend the License Bylaw No. 6124, Regulation of Pawnshops and Second Hand Stores. PURPOSE

To adequately regulate the Pawn Shop, Second Hand Store, and Flea Market businesses.

That Bylaw No. 10993 be read a first time.

S/Sgt. T. Grue and Constable R. Johnson, Edmonton Police Service; and R. Liteplo, Office of the City Solicitor, answered Council’s questions.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: R. Hayter. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell.

That Bylaw No. 10993 be read a second time.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: R. Hayter. ABSENT: J. Reimer, B. Campbell.

MOVED L. Chahley - M. Phair

That Bylaw No. 10993 be considered for third reading. City Manager

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 City Clerk

Due: June 6, 1995

LOST FOR THE MOTION: B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: A. Bolstad. ABSENT: J. Reimer.

L.3.a. Bylaw No. 11019 - To Authorize the Council of the City of Edmonton to Incur an Indebtedness by the Issuance of Debentures to the Alberta Municipal Financing Corporation for the Purpose of the Construction of Lane Reconstruction and Lane Overlay Local Improvements Property Share. PURPOSE

MOVED M. Phair - T. Gomberg

That Bylaw No. 11019 be read a third time.

AMENDMENT MOVED S. McKibben - M. Phair

That Project 18 be deleted from Appendix ”B”.

R. Neuman, Public Works Department, answered Council’s questions.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, T. Gomberg, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. OPPOSED: L. Chahley, R. Hayter. ABSENT: J. Reimer. MOTION ON THIRD READING OF BYLAW NO. 11019 AS AMENDED put:

That Bylaw No. 11019 as amended be read a third time and passed. Distribution List

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer.

M. MOTIONS ON NOTICE

M.01. Emergency Telephones Installed in City Parks and Lakes (S. McKay).

MOVED S. McKay - T. Cavanagh

That all City Parks and Lakes have emergency telephones installed in strategic accessible signed areas built into the development.

REFERRED

MOVED B. Mason - S. McKibben

That Alderman McKay’s motion be referred to the Administration to prepare a report on its feasibility;,its overall impact on public safety and its cost.

AMENDMENT MOVED A. Bolstad - S. McKay

That the words “for the Community Services Committee” be added after the word “report”.

CARRIED

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 FOR THE AMENDMENT: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer. MOTION OF ALDERMAN MASON AS AMENDED put:

That Alderman McKay’s motion be referred to the Administration to prepare a City Manager report for the Community Services Committee on its feasibility, its overall impact Parks and Rec. on public safety and its cost. (Moved S. McKay - T. Cavanagh - Made at the May 23, 1995 Council Meeting:) Due: July 17, 1995 That all City Parks and Lakes have emergency telephones installed in strategic accessible signed areas built into the development.

CARRIED FOR THE MOTION: A. Bolstad, B. Campbell, T. Cavanagh, L. Chahley, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKay, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik. ABSENT: J. Reimer.

M.02. Re-Allocation of Hawrelak Park/Buena Vista Bridge Funding (B. Campbell).

MOVED B. Campbell - L. Chahley

That $3,200,000 identified for the Hawrelak Park/Buena vista Bridge be re-allocated to a project of Council’s choice (such as the High Level Bridge, Belvedere L.R.T. Station renovations) and the Bridge Project be put on hold until sufficient funds are available for its construction in future years.

R. Picherack, City Manager, answered Council’s questions.

LOST FOR THE MOTION: B. Campbell, L. Chahley, S. McKay. OPPOSED: A. Bolstad, T. Cavanagh, T. Gomberg, R. Hayter, P. Mackenzie, B. Mason, S. McKibben, M. Phair, L. Staroszik.

C i t y C o u n c i l M e e t i n g N o . 2 8 M i n u t e s 7 8 0 M a y 2 3 , 1 9 9 5 O. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

MAYOR OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK

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