Kelowna

The Public Hearing focused on considering amendments to the Zoning Bylaw No. 8000 through three separate bylaw submissions. The first submission involved rezoning a property on Monterey Crescent from RU1 to RU1s to legalize an existing basement suite, which was prompted by a complaint, although the applicant presented a petition in support and offered to mitigate parking concerns. The second submission proposed changing the zoning classification for several lots on Hartman Road, Craig Road, and Webster Road from residential/agricultural zones to P2 (Education and Minor Institutional) for the development of a new elementary school, with discussions covering traffic impact, a required buffer from an adjacent orchard, and the city's potential responsibility for $179,000 in off-site improvements. The third submission proposed rezoning multiple properties on Ethel Street, Leon Avenue, and Harvey Avenue from RU6 to RM6 (High Rise Apartment Housing) for a 12-storey congregate housing facility, which included discussions on reduced building height from a previous 16-storey proposal, landscaping, traffic, and building design, receiving both support and opposition from the neighborhood association.

The Public Hearing convened to consider amendments to the "Kelowna 2020 - Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 7600" and "Zoning Bylaw No. 8000." Key discussions involved three individual rezoning submissions concerning the addition of secondary suites, which generated significant public input, including letters of opposition and concern regarding established properties. The first application (Z11-0005) for 1483 Ayre Avenue, seeking RU1s zoning, received support from neighbours. The second application (Z11-0001) for 433 West Avenue, also seeking RU1s zoning, proceeded with no stated objections. The third application (Z11-0002) for 2055 Golfview Road, seeking RU1s zoning for an existing converted garage suite, faced considerable opposition due to concerns about existing unpermitted use, traffic, parking, and the potential for the structure to accommodate multiple unrelated residents. The fourth agenda item involved OCP Amendment (OCP09-0018) and Rezoning Application (Z09-0069) for properties at 899 Academy Way and 285 and (N of) Arab Road, which proposed major land use and zoning changes for a mixed-use development, including multi-family and commercial areas, with an emphasis on sustainable neighbourhood principles. The applicant presented detailed planning and design principles for this development.

The meeting included a presentation on the 2009 Economic Development Commission Strategic Plan, resulting in Council support for the continuation of the Arts and Cultural Development Officer position. Several development applications were addressed, including the rezoning of property on Barnaby Road and the support for a non-farm use application on Casorso Road. Council adopted several zoning and development bylaws. Discussions regarding Kelowna International Airport involved reviewing and advancing amendments for automobile parking fees and security fees/charges. Budgets and levies for the Downtown Kelowna Association and the Uptown Rutland Business Association for 2009 were approved. Council also approved a Licence Agreement for Shared Use of FortisBC Structures and updated the City's Heritage Register, adding fifteen new sites and removing four existing ones. A grant application for Family Active Nights was endorsed. Finally, Council addressed Mayor and Councillor items, including an acknowledgment for Dr. Richard Hooper and a decision regarding a request to waive the six-month waiting period for a re-application (which was ultimately defeated twice, meaning the waiver was not granted). Council directed staff to review issues regarding agricultural uses on A-1 land.

The meeting commenced with a report regarding a letter from Kelowna Folkfest concerning a funding request for their 2006 event and a request for a budget increase for the 2007 event. Council sought clarification on the need for additional 2007 funds, noting an outstanding $1,800 bill for the sound company which exceeded the budget due to more elaborate setups than planned. Council resolved to refer the funding request back to staff to obtain full budget details for both 2006 and 2007 for further reporting. Subsequently, the meeting was closed to the public to address matters related to land negotiations, disposition of improvements, negotiations between the City, the Province and a Third Party, and the provision of a new municipal service in its preliminary stages.

The Municipal Council meeting addressed several items. Council authorized any member to attend the Local Government Leadership Academy 2012 Elected Official Seminars with expenses covered per the relevant bylaw. Subsequently, the meeting was closed to the public pursuant to the Community Charter to address matters concerning Labour Relations and Third Party Information, before adjourning to a closed session and later terminating the meeting.