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Regular Council Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 8th, 2018 | 1:00pm, Banff Juniper Hotel

1. Call Meeting to Order

2. Adoption of Agenda / Call For Additions

3. Adoption of Council Minutes

a. Regular Council Meeting – February 14th

, 2018

4. Financial Report

5. Delegations

a. Frank Watson – Assessment Overview (no attachments) b. Standing Council Update – Parks Canada Lake Louise Field Unit (no attachments)

6. Business & Discussion Items a. Canadian Rockies Public Schools – Funding Request b. Code of Conduct Bylaw c. Municipal Services Society – legal name discussion (no attachments) d. ICF & IDP Requirements (no attachments) e. Mill Rates & Assessed Values (no attachments)

7. CAO & Committee Reports/Roundtable (no attachments)

a. CAO Report b. Council Roundtable

8. Correspondence & Reports

a. Cannabis Legislation - AHS Recommendations for Municipal Elected Officials and Leaders b. AMPPE Board of Directors Speaking Notes c. Bridge rehabilitation on the Bow Valley Parkway d. Parks Canada 2018 Lake Louise Business Information Session e. Town Of Banff February 12th Council Meeting Minutes f. Town Of Banff February 26th Council Meeting Minutes

9. Upcoming Meetings, as currently scheduled a. ID9 Council Meeting 1pm, Thursday, April 12, 2018 (Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise)

10. In Camera – Closed Session

a. Staffing Request – covered under section 17 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

11. Adjournment

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Improvement District No. 9 Council Minutes Regular Council Meeting, February 14, 2018

The Municipal Council Meeting for Improvement District No. 9 (ID9) was held at the

Lake Louise Inn on Wednesday February 14th, 2018. In Attendance: Chairman Dave Schebek, Councillors, Davina Bernard, Alison Brewster, Rick Werner and Ghada Wirth Administration: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Kurtis Pratt, Deputy CAO & Recreation Director, Danielle Morine, Lake Louise Fire Department Chief Keri Martens, Deputy Chief Martin Bambullis and RCMP Sergeant Gerry Walker.

CALL TO ORDER (1:01pm)

Chairman Schebek called the meeting to order at 1:01pm.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA 01-14-02-2018

Councillor Werner MOVED to approve and adopt the agenda with the addition of the following items:

• In Camera:

o Lease Update– covered under section 16 of the Freedom of

Information and Protection of Privacy

Carried.

MINUTES 02-14-02-2018 FINANCIAL REPORT 03-14-02-2018 DELEGATIONS Canadian Rockies Public Schools Bow Valley Indigenous Group 04-14-02-2018 Rec Centre 05-14-02-2018

Councillor Brewster MOVED to accept the January 11th Council minutes as presented.

Carried. Councillor Wirth MOVED to accept the financial report as presented.

Carried. Christopher MacPhee, Superintendent of Canadian Rockies Public Schools provided an update on the programs that council has funded in past years (Outdoor Learning Centre, Kindergarten French Program, Nature Explorers and Highschool Sports Transportation). Chris would also like the opportunity to speak to the Banff/Lake Louise Hospitality Association partnership with the highschool at an upcoming council meeting. Council reviewed and discussed the offer from Town of Canmore to have a member of the Lake Louise community sit on the newly formed Bow Valley Indigenous Group. Councillor Brewster MOVED that Councillor Bernard represent ID9 and add the group to her list of assignments.

Carried. Council reviewed and discussed the proposal provided from Larch Valley Woodwork. Chairman Bernard MOVED to approve the quote as presented and that administration proceed with work.

Carried.


CAO’s REPORT 06-14-02-2018 07-14-02-2018 08-14-02-2018 09-14-02-2018 COUNCIL REPORTS Marigold Library System Bow Valley True Sport & Recreation Council The Association for Mountain Parks Protection & Enjoyment Parks Canada 10-14-02-2018 Emergency Response Plan

CAO Pratt presented his report, which was previously distributed to Council with the following updates:

• Administration has written confirmation from Municipal Affaris to form a

Municipal Services Society made up of 3 members from council and 2

members of the public

• Chairman Schebek MOVED that Administration request that Brownlee law

proceed with the processing and developing of bylaws and forming the Banff

Lake Louise Municipal Services Society (name to be adjusted).

Carried.

• Chairman Schebek MOVED that Administration apply for MSI funding in the

amount of 1.5m to allocate money towards the staff housing project.

Carried.

• 2018 property assessments have been submitted and council should be

aware that there is an increase.

• Councillor Wirth MOVED to approve the submitted proposal to join the

Central Alberta Regional Assessment Review Board (Red Deer) to be able to

move forward with future appeals ($2,000/year plus approximately $1,500-

$2,000/individual hearing).

Carried.

• CAO Pratt has contacted AI with updated plans for the Recreation Centre

including:

• A 2,500 square foot fitness gym off front of building, 1 or 2 1,000 square foot

yoga rooms, update current space and have 1,000 square foot change

room/shower and 1,500 square foot spin room.

Councillor Bernard MOVED to accept the CAO report as presented. Carried.

Councillor Wirth updated council on the Marigold Services & Standards meeting including changes in procedures involving vehicle usage. Councillor Wirth updated council on the Bow Valley True Sport & Recreation Council and the fact that both Town of Canmore and Town Of Banff have backed out of funding. Council discussed the level of involvement necessary to move forward. Councillor Brewster provided council with an update on AMPPE and submitted administration with a summary of speaking notes to be added to the next agenda package under correspondence and reports. Councillor Brewster will be attending the Parks Canada planning session at the end of the month but recommends that council send a second representative of ID9. Councillor Brewster MOVED that administration contact parks and request a second seat at the table for ID9.

Carried. Councillor Bernard expressed concern over hearing that Parks Canada had set a date


Banff Lake Louise Tourism CORRESPONDENCE & REPORTS 11-14-02-2018 12-14-02-2018 UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETING CLOSED SESSION 13-14-02-2018 (2:16pm) 14-14-02-2018 (3:35pm) 15-14-02-2018 16-14-02-2018 17-14-02-2018

for the Table Top exercise and that she had not been extended a seat as Emergency Management is one of her assignments. Councillor Bernard informed council that BLLT had their first Lake Louise meeting and requested that ID9 send a representative to sit on this group. Council reviewed and discussed the correspondence and reports attached. Councillor Brewster MOVED that Administration inquire with other regions regarding the Stoney Nakoda presentation.

Carried. Councillor Wirth MOVED to accept the correspondence and reports as information.

Carried. Council reviewed the location for the upcoming council meetings.

• March 8th @ Banff Caribou Hotel – Councillor Werner will be absent .

Councillor Schebek MOVED that due to sections 16, 17 and 23 of the Freedom of Information & Personal Privacy Act that the meeting be taken IN CAMERA to discuss some confidential matters of Council business in a Closed Session.

• Fire Chief Keri Martens remained in the Closed Session until 2:40

• CAO Kurtis Pratt & Deputy CAO Danielle Morine remined in the Closed Session Councillor Schebek MOVED to come OUT of IN CAMERA and end the Closed Session at 3:35.

Carried. Chairman Schebek thanked Fire Chief Keri Martens for her long service and obvious positive impact on the community. Council wishes her the best in her new endeavors. Councillor Bernard MOVED that administration inform Parks Canada Superintendent (and other staff involved in the Emergency Plan) that effective immediately Fire Chief Martens will not be able to continue her role as DEM due to ongoing changes and concerns with the progress of the document.

Carried. Councillor Wirth MOVED that administration complete an offer letter, offering Deputy Chief Bambullis that position of Acting Chief with recommendations for salary based on a review of current salaries to be submitted to Chairman Schebek for approval.

Carried. Councillor Wirth MOVED that administration request that Chief Keri Martens create job descriptions for chief, deputy, captain and volunteer roles.

Carried.


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Councillor Wirth MOVED that administration send a letter to clinic informing them that after review of their request, council will not be able to provide them with on-call security.

Carried. Councillor Brewster left the meeting (3:34pm) Chairman Schebek MOVED that administration reply to Doug & Helen Page in hopes of clarifying questions on future operations in regards to their letter informing Council that they will no longer be managing the clinic as of March 31st, 2018. In addition, administration is to seek clarification from SHA & Alberta Health on the matter.

Carried. Chairman Schebek MOVED that administration contact AHS to inform them that council will review the request for shared housing with mental health staff when more information on the status of the clinic has been provided.

Carried. Councillor Wirth MOVED that administration inquire on the scope of the medical clinic sale.

Carried. ADJOURN 22-14-02-2018 (3:47pm)

Chairman Schebek MOVED to ADJOURN AT 3:47pm.

Carried.

Minutes Approved on the of , 2018

_____________________________ _ Chairman – Dave Schebek

__________________________________ Chief Administrative Officer – Kurtis Pratt

Canadian Rockies Public Schools 618-7th Avenue

Canmore, AB T1W 2H5

Tel:: (403) 609-6072 Fax: (403) 609-6071

www.crps.ca

February 26, 2018 Danielle Morine Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Improvement District No. 9 103 Village Road | Box 58 Lake Louise | Alberta, T0L 1E0 Dear Ms. Morine, I want to express my sincere appreciation for the support that the ID9 Council has so generously provided to CRPS. Thank you for the opportunity to speak with council members at the February meeting. It was a pleasure to discuss with you the impact of your support and to be given the opportunity to put forward our request for future funding. As a summary of the meeting and as per your email request of February 23, 2018 I would like to outline the requests for funding that were discussed at the February meeting. The requests were as follows:

● OLC $50,000 for 2018, 2019 and 2020 Nature Explorers $20,000 for 2018, 2019 and 2020 ● French Immersion $52,000 for 2018 ● High School Sports Transportation $5,000 for 2018

I would again like to express my appreciation to all the council members for their continued support for the students who attend Canadian Rockies Public Schools. Your support of our initiatives enables us to attend to the needs of the whole child and in so doing, enables us to realize our mission - to create dynamic learning environments that ensure student success

Respectfully yours, Christopher MacPhee Superintendent of Schools

Issue Brief 2018-03-08

Agenda Item 6b. | Code of Conduct Bylaw

Background Council currently has a policy in place governing the ethical conduct for members of council. As part of the MGA, council is required to have a signed Bylaw in place, which administration has drafted for first reading. Recommendation It is recommended that Council review and discuss Bylaw and pass for first reading with any suggested changes.

BYLAW XXXX – COUNCIL CODE OF CONDUCT

BYLAW NO. xxxxxxxxx

A BYLAW OF IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO 9 TO ESTABLISH STANDARDS FOR COUNCILLOR CONDUCT

WHEREAS pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000, Chapter M-26

and amendments thereto, Council must pass a Bylaw for municipal purposes regarding the conduct of Members of

Council;

AND WHEREAS, the establishment of a Code of Conduct for Members of Council should be consistent with the principles

of transparent and accountable government;

AND WHEREAS, this Code of Conduct establishes standards for appropriate conduct for I.D. Council that build upon the

legislative and regulative provisions governing the conduct of Councillors;

NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 9, DULY ASSEMBLED, HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:

1. Citation

This Bylaw may be known as the "Code of Conduct Bylaw".

2. Definitions

In this Bylaw, unless the context otherwise requires: a. “Chief Administrative Officer” (CAO) means the Chief Administrative Officer for Improvement District 9,

within the meaning of the Municipal Government Act

b. “Council” means the Advisory Board for Improvement District 9, consisting of five (5) Members

including the Chairperson, each of whom has the title "Councillor"

c. “Councillor” means a member of Council duly elected and continuing to hold office d. “I.D. 9” means the Improvement District 9 of Banff. e. “Municipal Government Act” (MGA) means the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, c. M-26,

any regulations thereunder, and any amendments or successor legislation thereto

3. Councillor Responsibilities

3.1 Representing the Municipality

I.D. 9 requires that members of Council not engage in actions which are, or could be reasonably perceived as,

damaging to the trust, confidence and faith of the public. Councillors shall always seek to advance the welfare and

interests of I.D. 9, unless otherwise required by law, and shall truly, faithfully and impartially exercise the office to

the best of their knowledge and ability.

3.2 Communicating on Behalf of the Municipality

Councillors are not restricted in any public statement they choose to make, but each Councillor is expected to

support the role of the Council and support current policies, bylaws and resolutions of I.D. 9.

a. Councillors, whether representing I.D. 9 via the ID’s social media outlets, or engaging in discussion on the ID’s social media outlets using their own personal social media accounts, are expected to conduct themselves appropriately and ethically. Appropriate social media conduct includes:

i. Councillors will respect social media users.


ii. Councillors will use every effort to keep their interactions factual and accurate.

iii. Councillors will strive for transparency and openness in interactions. iv. Councillors will publicly correct any information they have shared that has later been

found to be in error.

v. Councillors will protect privacy and permissions. vi. Councillors will respect the comment/posting guidelines social media sites.

vii. Respect for the Decision-Making Process b. Councillors shall accurately and adequately communicate the attitudes and decisions of Council or Council

Committee(s) to which they have been appointed, even when Councillors disagree with a decision, such

that respect for the decision-making processes is fostered.

c. Councillors shall share their concerns and communicate concerns amongst the presence of the entire

Council or Committee body and, when publicly expressing personal opinions, do so in a manner that

maintains respect for other members and any decisions made by Council or Committee

3.3 Adherence to Policies, Procedures and Bylaws

Councillors shall familiarize themselves, and act in accordance with, ID policies, procedures and bylaws.

3.4 Respectful Interactions with Councillors, Staff, Public and Others

Councillors shall treat every person, including other Councillors, municipal employees, and all other persons

with dignity, understanding and respect. Councillors will not discriminate against, harass or disrespect

others on the basis of differences in personal opinions, or, on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin,

colour, ethnicity, culture, citizenship, religion, creed, language, gender, sexual orientation, age, family

status, disability or occupation.

3.5 Release of Confidential Information Prohibited a. Councillors have a duty to hold in strict confidence all information concerning “In Camera” discussions.

Councillors shall not, either directly or indirectly, release, make public, or in any way divulge, any such

information or any aspect of the “In-Camera” deliberations to anyone, unless expressly authorized by

Council or required by law to do so.

b. Councillors shall not release information subject to solicitor-client privilege, unless expressly authorized

by Council or required by law to do so.

c. Councillors shall not release, disclose, publish, comment on, or misuse confidential information

(information that they have knowledge of through their position as a Councillor) that is not in the public

domain, including emails and correspondence from other members of Council or third parties such that

it may cause detriment to I.D. 9, Council, Committee or others, or benefit or detriment to themselves or

others. This obligation continues in perpetuity.

d. Councillors shall use care to ensure confidentiality of the following:

i. Information relating to the security of the property of the organization. ii. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees. iii. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality. iv. Labour relations or employee negotiations including collective bargaining. v. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals,

affecting the municipality. vi. Sources of complaints where the identity of the complainant is given in confidence. vii. Information about suppliers provided for evaluation which is of a proprietary nature or might

be useful to other suppliers. viii. Any information in relation to a tender that has or will be issued but that has not been

awarded. 3.6 Conflict of Interest

a. Receipt of gifts can result in a perceived conflict of interest. Except for token and minor gifts, having an

estimated value under One Hundred ($100) Dollars, Council Members shall provide a written declaration

to Council detailing the acceptance of any gifts including the estimated value and donor of the gift.


b. While token and minor gifts can be accepted by Councillors, substantial or material gifts should either be

rejected, or accepted on the condition that the gift is accepted on behalf of Councillor and donated to a

non-profit organization that is not associated with the any Council Member.

c. Councillors are in a conflict of interest situation if they attempt to use their position, any confidential

information, or ID employees, materials or facilities, for personal or private gain or advancement, or use

their position to attempt to advance the interests of said Councillor’s family, friends or business

associates.

d. Conflict of interest also means a pecuniary interest within the meaning of the MGA. Councillors have a duty to vote on matters before Council or Committee unless the Councillor is required or permitted to abstain pursuant to the MGA or other enactment.

e. Councillors shall not engage in any activity, pecuniary or otherwise, which is incompatible or

inconsistent with the ethical discharge of official duties in the public interest.

f. The decision with respect to whether a Councillor may have a conflict of interest is the individual

Councillor’s decision to make.

g. Councillors who have a conflict of interest in a matter before Council or Committee shall disclose the

general nature of their interest and follow the procedure set out in the MGA.

3.7 Improper Use of Influence

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Councillors shall not:

a. Use any influence of office for any purpose other than official duties. b. Solicit, demand or accept the services of any municipal employee, or individual providing services on a

contract for service, for re-election or re-appointment purposes, or to gain employment with the ID for

themselves, family members or close associates.

c. Use any information gained in the execution of office that is not available to the public for any purpose

other than official duties.

d. Place themselves in a position of obligation to any person or organization which might reasonably

benefit from special consideration or may seek preferential treatment.

e. Give preferential treatment to any person or organization in which a Councillor has a pecuniary

interest.

f. Influence any Administrative, Council or Committee decision or decision-making process involving or

affecting any person or organization in which a Councillor has a pecuniary interest.

g. Use municipal materials, equipment, facilities or employees for personal gain or for any private

purpose.

3.8 Council Training and Orientation a. Councillors are required to receive orientation training within 90 days of taking the oath of office. I.D. 9

orientation training will cover all topics required by Section 201 of the Municipal Government Act, including

this Code of Conduct.

b. This Bylaw will be reviewed and updated by Council every year at Council Organizational Meeting. In the years when new Council Orientation is required, this Bylaw will be reviewed and updated during new Council Orientation. Each Councillor will sign Appendix A Councillor Affirmation every year following the review and updating process.

4. Complaint Process and Procedure for Breaches

A complaint alleging a breach of the Code of Conduct may be made by a Councillor, member of administration or a

member of the public. Any retaliation against a complainant will not be tolerated and will be treated as a serious

breach.

4.1 Complaints by members of administration or members of the public must be directed to the CAO and received

in writing. The CAO will determine if there are reasonable grounds to believe the suspected breach has

occurred. If the CAO finds reasonable grounds, the complaint will be forwarded to Council to decide, by majority


vote, if there are reasonable grounds to believe that the suspected breach has occurred. Council will weigh the

seriousness of the alleged incident and determine whether the Code of Conduct has jurisdiction over the

alleged incident. The method of sanction will be determined by Council pursuant to section 4.2.d.

4.2 If any Councillor becomes aware of misconduct by another Councillor, it is the responsibility of that Councillor

to report the misconduct or the allegation. Members of Council shall report violations of the Code of Conduct

Bylaw using one or more of the following options:

a. A Councillor who perceives or is aware of a violation of the Code of Conduct may speak directly with

the person.

b. A Councillor may discuss concerns of a violation of the Code of Conduct with the Chairperson or Deputy

Chairperson.

c. Where a situation warrants, Councillors may report the concern to the whole of Council in an in-camera

session at a meeting of Council.

d. Following a complaint review, the consequences for a Councillor who has breached this Bylaw will vary

depending on severity and frequency of the offending conduct and may include the following:

i. A written warning from the Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson and/or Council.

ii. A verbal, written or public apology.

iii. Require additional training on ethical and/or respectful conduct.

iv. Reporting the misconduct to Alberta Municipal Affairs.

v. Reporting the misconduct to the appropriate authority if potentially criminal or against

Human Rights.

vi. Other consequences as deemed appropriate and necessary, but not including the

disqualification of a Councillor.

5. Council Committee Member Responsibilities

Council requires that members of Council Committees adhere to Appendix B of this Bylaw, Committee Member Code

of Conduct.

6. Severability

It is the intention of Council that each separate provision of this Bylaw shall be deemed independent of all other

provisions herein and it is the further intention of Council that if any provision of this Bylaw is declared invalid, all other

provisions hereof shall remain valid and enforceable.

This Bylaw shall come into full force and effect upon third and final reading.

READ A FIRST TIME this

READ A SECOND TIME this

READ A THIRD TIME AND PASSED this

Chairperson Chief Administrative Officer


Appendix A

Councillor Affirmation

By signing this Code of Conduct, I affirm that I have read and fully understand the contents of the Code of Conduct, and that I will follow and abide by the Code of Conduct in good faith.

Name of Councillor _______________ ____

Signature of Councillor ________________ ____ Date ___________________


Appendix B

Committee Member Code of Conduct

Council requires that Members of ID Committees seek to advance the welfare and interests of the I.D. 9, and that

Committee Members shall truly, faithfully and impartially exercise the following duties and responsibilities to the best of

their knowledge and ability:

1) Respect the Decision-Making Process

a. Committee members shall accurately and adequately communicate the attitudes and decisions of the

Committee to which they have been appointed, even when they disagree with a decision, such that

respect for the decision-making processes is fostered.

b. Committee members shall share their concerns and communicate concerns amongst the presence of the

entire Committee and, when publicly expressing personal opinions, do so in a manner that maintains

respect for other members and any decisions made by the Committee

2) Respectful Interactions with Councillors, Committee Members, Staff, Public and Others

Committee Members shall treat everyone, including ID Councillors, Committee members and municipal employees with

dignity, understanding and respect. Committee Members will not discriminate against, harass or disrespect others on the

basis of differences in personal opinions, or, on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnicity, culture,

citizenship, religion, creed, language, gender, sexual orientation, age, family status, disability or occupation while fulfilling

their duties as Committee members.

3) Release of Confidential Information Prohibited

Members shall use care to ensure confidentiality of the following:

a. Information relating to the security of the property of the organization.

b. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees.

c. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality.

d. Sources of complaints where the identity of the complainant is given in confidence.

e. Any information in relation to a tender that has or will be issued but that has not been awarded.

4) Conflict of Interest

a. Committee members are in a conflict of interest situation if they attempt to use their position, any

confidential information, or ID employees, materials or facilities, for personal or private gain or

advancement, or uses their position to attempt to advance the interests of said member’s family, friends

or business associates.

b. Committee members who have a conflict of interest in a matter before the Committee shall disclose the

general nature of their interest. Members shall recuse themselves in that matter if requested by the

Committee.

By signing this Code of Conduct, I state that I have read and fully understand the contents of the Code of Conduct, and that I will follow and abide by the Code of Conduct in good faith. Name of Committee _______________________

Name of Committee Member ______________________

Signature of Committee Member _____________________ Date ___________________

Danielle Morine <[email protected]>

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Kurtis Pratt <[email protected]> Thu, Feb 22, 2018 at 3:47 PMTo: Danielle Morine <[email protected]>

FYI for Council info

Sincerely,

Kurtis Pratt

Director of Legislative Services - Town of RaymondChief Administrative Officer - ID9 Banff National ParkManager - Ridge Water Services Commission

[email protected]: 403-752-3322

---------- Forwarded message ----------From: Diane Lievers Diane.Lievers@< >albertahealthservices.caDate: Thu, Feb 22, 2018 at 3:41 PMSubject: Cannabis Legislation - AHS Recommendations for Municipal Elected Officials and LeadersTo:

NOTE: This email is intended for ALL elected officials and leaders. Please ensure it is forwarded to each individual.

Dear Municipal Elected Officials and Leaders:

RE: Municipalities and Cannabis Regulation

Recently, several municipalities have approached Alberta Health Services (AHS) for information on the health impacts of cannabis and implications of new cannabis legislation, both on an individual level and as it relates to the populations that municipalities serve. We appreciate that municipalities are wishing to

consider health information in its decision-making processes, as we all have a role to play in promoting and protecting the health of Albertans.

AHS believes that a public health approach—one that considers health and social outcomes in the development of cannabis policies and bylaws—will benefit all Albertans.

The public health approach (described in the attached) strives to maximize benefits and minimize harms of substances, promote the health of all individuals of a population, decrease negative impacts on vulnerable populations, and ensure harms from interventions and legislation are not disproportionate to harms from the substances themselves. At times, a public health lens may result in consideration of more restrictive policies to help minimize unintended consequences if health evidence is incomplete and/or is inconclusive.

As public health professionals and Medical Officers of Health, it is our duty to help reduce and prevent health harms that can be associated with cannabis use.

The potential health harms include: adverse effects to the developing brain; greater risk of mental health problems such as psychosis, mania, suicide, depression and schizophrenia; increased motor vehicle collisions; harms associated with use during pregnancy, reduced cognitive functioning (memory, efficiency); and greater risk of some cancers. Matters are further compounded when cannabis is co-used with other substances such as alcohol and tobacco. For example, simultaneous use of alcohol and cannabis has been found to approximately double the odds of impaired driving, social consequences, and harms to self. We also recognize that municipalities may need strategies to address impacts related to resource utilization, law enforcement and impaired driving, and self-reported cannabis-related risk factors and other substance use.

Given the potential health and social impacts, we agree that collaborative and comprehensive regulation at the federal, provincial and municipal level is a key strategy to reduce the potential harms associated with cannabis and its use. To that end, we hope that the attached information helps you and your local leaders as you undertake consideration of your own local policies and bylaws, in the context of the health of your citizens.

If you would like more information about making healthy and evidence-informed decisions about cannabis legalization, please feel free to contact me.

Please ensure this email is forwarded to all municipal elected officials and leaders. Thank you.

Yours sincerely,

Dr. Vivien Suttorp

Lead Medical Officer of Health - South Zone

Alberta Health Services

Telephone: 403-388-6007

Email: [email protected]

Alberta Health Services

www.albertahealthservices.ca

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Kurtis Pratt <[email protected]> Wed, Feb 21, 2018 at 11:39 PMTo: Danielle Morine <[email protected]>

FYI and Councils information.

Sincerely,

Kurtis Pratt

Director of Legislative Services - Town of RaymondChief Administrative Officer - ID9 Banff National ParkManager - Ridge Water Services Commission

[email protected]: 403-752-3322

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From: [email protected]: February 21, 2018 at 1:51:06 PM MSTCc: [email protected]: Stakeholder update: Bridge rehabilitation on the Bow Valley Parkway

Stakeholder Update: Bridge rehabilitation on the Bow Valley Parkway

What's Happening:

As part of previously announced road safety improvements, Parks Canada will soon undertake bridge work along the Bow Valley Parkway.

Where: Johnston Creek, Baker Creek and Corral Creek bridgesWhen: Work will commence as early as February 21st and continue until mid - June, weather permitting. Work will be underway seven days per week from 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.Traffic impacts: Expect lane reductions, flagging personnel, and delays up to 20 minutes.

What this means for travellers:

The Bow Valley Parkway remains accessible via Castle Junction, 30 km west of the town of Banff, and the Trans-Canada Highway, 6 km west of the town of Banff. Expect speed reductions, flagging personnel, and delays up to 20 minutes at construction sites.

Your safety is our priority. Plan your travel, always check ahead:

For all current highway construction delays in Jasper and Banff national parks visit www.511.alberta.ca or dial 511 (inside Alberta only). For Mount Revelstoke, Glacier, Yoho or Kootenay national parks, please check www.drivebc.ca or call 1-800-550-4997.

Additional project details, as they start, can be found online:

Banff National Park: pc.gc.ca/banff-construction

For more information:Lindsay [email protected]

Christie Thomson

Public Relations and Communications Officer

Banff Field Unit | Unité de gestion Banff

Parks Canada Agency | L’Agence Parcs Canada

P.O. Box 900, Banff, A.B. T1L 1K2

Telephone | Téléphone 403-762-1502

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Government of Canada | Gouvernement du Canada

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Lake Louise 2018 Business Information Session

Lake Louise Visitor Centre Thursday, January 25, 2018

Summary

In advance of the 2018 season, Parks Canada met with local Lake Louise businesses and leaseholders to

discuss the 2018 season. An information session was held at the Lake Louise Visitor Centre on Thursday,

January 25 and covered:

How to FireSmart a property to improve fire safety;

Preview of local shuttle services and traffic management in 2018;

Upgrades to water and sewer infrastructure on Village Road in Lake Louise;

Options for traffic flow management in the village of Lake Louise.

Parks Canada wants to ensure the best possible experience for visitors coming to Canada’s national

parks. Infrastructure improvements and FireSmart work, together with transportation planning will allow

us to meet the highest standards for a safe and positive visitor experience, environmental protection and

modern fire safety in Lake Louise. We recognise and appreciate the ongoing support of stakeholders in

the Lake Louise area.

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FireSmart

Parks Canada is a partner in the FireSmart program that helps individuals and communities work

together to reduce the risk of loss from wildfires.

Between 2004 and 2006 Parks Canada completed a large scale FireSmart project around and

within Lake Louise (see map). Ongoing monitoring has ensured that local FireSmart work remains

effective. Parks Canada is planning additional work in the coming years to enhance and improve

FireSmart safety in the Lake Louise area. Any future work will include consultation with

stakeholders and will undergo Parks Canada's standard environmental assessment screening. A comprehensive wildfire risk assessment for the mountain national parks is also underway and

will cover Banff, Yoho, Kootenay, Jasper and Waterton Lakes national parks, including the

communities within each park.

Separate infrastructure improvements planned for the water system in Lake Louise will also help

improve fire safety by increasing water pressure and the amount of water readily available for

firefighting, and by reducing the likelihood of service disruptions in the event of an equipment

failure.

Parks Canada is responsible for fuel treatment on Parks Canada managed land, while leaseholders are

responsible for fuel treatment on their leaseholds. Working together is critical to maximising fire safety.

You can help protect Lake Louise by implementing FireSmart on your leasehold:

For permits for FireSmart work on your leasehold contact:

Kathleen Wilkers, Senior Development Officer

[email protected]

403-497-5836

For technical advice about FireSmart visit www.firesmartcanada.ca or contact:

Jed Cochrane, Ecologist Team Leader for Fire and Vegetation

[email protected]

[email protected]

250-347-6161

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.firesmartcanada.ca/



Amy Krause

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Shuttles Traffic Management in Lake Louise

Visitors boarding a Parks Canada shuttle to Lake Louise © Parks Canada / 2017

Shuttle service in the Lake Louise area will remain largely unchanged in 2018 with free shuttles to Lake Louise throughout the summer and to Moraine Lake during the larch season in the fall. Traffic flagging services will be used again in 2018 to ensure safety and efficient traffic flow at major intersections. Schedules and locations

Parks Canada will continue to offer shuttles to upper Lake Louise, the Village, and Moraine Lake (fall only).

All shuttles will depart from the Lake Louise Overflow Parking Lot east of Lake Louise to increase parking for patrons of Samson Mall. A separate shuttle will allow visitors to travel between the Overflow Parking Lot and the Samson Mall.

Shuttles to all locations will run on a static schedule every 15 minutes to provide visitors with more accurate wait times and greater ability to plan ahead.

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Moraine Lake Shuttle

The shuttle to Moraine Lake will run in the fall to help visitors to access larch viewing and hiking opportunities at this iconic destination. Paid transportation options are also available: https://www.banfflakelouise.com/explorethepark/transit-and-shuttles

During the summer we encourage visitors to arrive early in the morning or late in the evening if they are hoping to visit Moraine Lake. We also remind visitors that Moraine Lake is one of Banff National Park’s most popular destinations; advanced planning and flexibility are required.

We encourage visitors to plan ahead by visiting our website, pre-ordering park passes, planning flexibile itineraries, and choosing to visit other destinations in the park.

We will explore improved messaging for visitors in 2018, particularly regarding Moraine Lake Road which is restricted from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm and only opens when parking is available.

https://www.banfflakelouise.com/explorethepark/transit-and-shuttles

Amy Krause

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Water and Sewer System Upgrades on Village Road In 2015 Parks Canada announced a $2.6 billion investment over 5 years to support infrastructure work in national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas across Canada. In 2018, the two most noticeable projects in the Lake Louise village will include:

water and sewer system improvements, including replacement of aging water and sewer pipes in the Lake Louise village; and

traffic flow and sense of arrival improvements at key intersections in the village of Lake Louise. A number of other less noticeable projects are underway including utility upgrades in the Lake Louise campgrounds and bridge maintenance. Together these improvements will allow Parks Canada to meet the highest standards for a safe and positive visitor experience, environmental protection and modern fire safety in Lake Louise. In the village in 2018 (See annex for additional information)

After Labour Day 2018 Parks Canada will begin upgrades to the water and sewer system in Lake

Louise. This includes replacing aging water and sewer pipes on Village Road. We are making

every effort to minimize disruptions. Safety is our top priority.

Traffic flow and emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all times. Work with noise

considerations will not take place at night.

We anticipate no significant impact to shuttle services or parking in the Lake Louise area. Shuttle

schedules will be adjusted to account for any potential delays that may occur.

Other infrastructure projects in the Lake Louise area began in 2017, including upgrading the

shower buildings in the campgrounds and restrooms in the Lake Louise Visitor Centre. These

projects are already underway and nearly complete. Less noticeable components of the water

and sewer system, such as lift stations and improvements to the water reservoir will begin

during the spring and summer of 2018.

In the village in 2019 (See annex for additional information)

The remaining water and sewer lines slated for replacement will take place on Fairview and Sentinel roads in 2019. Parks Canada will again work closely with affected stakeholders.

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Managing expectations for visitors

Parks Canada is committed to ensuring the best possible visitor experience for people coming to

Canada’s national parks. We do not anticipate significant impacts on shuttle service or parking

during the summer or fall. Work with the greatest potential for disruption will take place after

the Labour Day long weekend. Work with noise considerations will not take place at night

As always, encourage your guests to plan ahead and leave some extra time in their travels.

Visitors travelling by vehicle during the peak summer season and in the fall should expect

occasional delays. Check the park website www.parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-construction and

BanffNow www.pc.gc.ca/banffnow for the most current information and updates.

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Traffic flow management and sense of arrival

Parks Canada wants to ensure the best possible experience for visitors coming to Banff National Park and

is working with the community of Lake Louise to determine how best to improve traffic flow and sense

of arrival in Lake Louise.

Traffic flow in Lake Louise

Traffic analysis has shown the most significant intersection in the Lake Louise area to be the

terminus of the westbound off-ramp from the Trans-Canada Highway at Whitehorn Drive. Initial

analysis suggests that traffic lights at this intersection combined with potential improvements to

the off-ramp would create controlled pulses of traffic through the Lake Louise community which

would reduce overall congestion on Lake Louise Drive and Village Road.

Additional traffic lights at the intersection of Lake Louise Drive and Village Road (i.e. the first

four-way stop) would enhance the benefits of this work and significantly improve pedestrian

safety in the village of Lake Louise. Traffic speed is a factor and mitigations are being discussed.

Traffic flagging may still be required during peak visitation to facilitate the safe movement of

traffic and emergency vehicles from Village Road to and from Lake Louise Drive.

Once a plan for traffic flow has been created that adequately addresses technical and safety

issues, Parks Canada will return to the community to discuss options to incorporate improved

sense of arrival in these plans.

Sense of arrival and pedestrian movement in Lake Louise

Vehicle congestion is a regional challenge. Parks Canada is working closely with neighbouring jurisdictions and the Bow Valley Regional Transit Services Commission to explore regional solutions to vehicle congestion in Banff National Park.

In the Lake Louise area, Parks Canada’s focus is on improving traffic flow and encouraging safe pedestrian movement in the Lake Louise Village. Improvements to sense of arrival may include aesthetic improvements at some intersections and pedestrian crossings, and improved way-

finding signage or trail connectivity. We look forward to working with the community in 2018

to explore options.

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Contacts

Future updates will be provided by email and information is available. In the meantime:

For questions about traffic management in Lake Louise contact:

Lesley Matheson, Public Relations and Communications Officer (Traffic)

[email protected]

[email protected]

403-431-2325

For questions about construction in the Lake Louise area contact:

Amy Krause, Public Relations and Communications Officer (Federal Infrastructure)

[email protected]

403-522-4230

For questions about FireSmart visit www.firesmartcanada.ca or contact:

Jed Cochrane, Ecologist Team Leader for Fire and Vegetation

[email protected]

[email protected]

250-347-6161

For permits for FireSmart work on leases contact:

Kathleen Wilkers, Senior Development Officer

[email protected]

403-497-5836




http://www.firesmartcanada.ca/




Lake Louise Water and Sewer Projects – 2018

Lake Louise Water and Sewer Projects – 2019

Project Location Planned Schedule Disruptions

2-9 – Sheol Road & Slate Road connector Sheol Road /

Slate Road connector

2019 –Timing TBD. Minor

2-8 – CP Railway connector Sheol Road /

Sentinel Road

2019 –Timing TBD Minor

3-4,3-5, 3-6 – Pipestone River / Bow River

crossing

Sentinel Road and Lake

Louise Campground

2019 – Timing TBD Minor

3-7, 3-8 – Fairview Drive upgrades Fairview Drive, from Lake

Louise Drive to Lake

Louise Campground

2019 – Timing TBD. Moderate

Project Location Planned Schedule Disruptions

2-1 New reservoir Harry’s Hill 2018 – Summer Minor

2-2 New water feeder main Harry’s Hill 2018 – Summer Minor

2-11 Village Road water main upgrade Village Road 2018 – After Labour Day Moderate

3-10 Village Road to Fairview Drive Village Road / Fairview

Drive

2018 – After Labour Day Moderate

3-15 Harry’s Hill lift station / force main Harry’s Hill /

Lake Louise Inn

2018 – Summer Minor

Regular Town of Banff Council Meeting February 12, 2018 Page 13

Approved: February 26, 2018

Minutes approved by:

MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC HEARING AND REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL of the Town of Banff in the Province of Alberta

Town Hall Council Chamber Monday, February 12, 2018 at 2:00 pm

COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT Karen Sorensen Mayor Grant Canning Councillor Ted Christensen Councillor and Acting Mayor Corrie DiManno Councillor and Deputy Mayor Chip Olver Councillor Peter Poole Councillor Brian Standish Councillor COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT

ADMINISTRATION PRESENT Robert Earl Town Manager Randall McKay Director, Planning and Development Nadine Setzer Manager, Municipal Parks Shannon Ripley Environmental Coordinator Stephan Allan Engineering Coordinator Silvio Adamo Director, Protective Services/Fire Chief Kerry MacInnis Recording Secretary

1.0 CALL TO ORDER

The Mayor called the February 12, 2018 meeting of council to order at 2:00 p.m.

2.0 PUBLIC HEARING 2.1 Public Hearing Process

The Mayor outlined the public hearing process.

2.2 Bylaw 420 – Land Use Bylaw Amending Bylaw – Cannabis and Cannabis Related Business Definitions 2.2.1 Call to Order The Mayor opened the public hearing for Bylaw 420 - Land Use Bylaw Amending Bylaw – Cannabis and Cannabis Related Business Definitions

Confirmation of Advertising and Notice of Hearing Administration confirmed that advertising and notice of public hearing was given pursuant to the Municipal Government Act.

2.2.2 Staff Report Administration provided the context and background of the bylaw.




2.2.3 Public Verbal Submissions i. Dave Martin, Compass Cannabis Clinic, spoke to his written submission which has been

added to these meeting minutes. It is his opinion that education about retail cannabis is most important as a standard operating procedure for his (or any) proposed retail service. Martin is in favor of this bylaw.

ii. Stavros Karlos, representing himself, spoke in support of this bylaw. It is his opinion that the Town requires more federal guidance on this subject. Karlos has requested that council consider the location of possible retail services, the permissibility of public smoking and the need for additional community discussion on this topic.

2.2.4 Public Written Submissions i. Banff Lake Louise Hospitality Association - Darren Reeder ii. Compass Cannabis Clinic – Dave Martin iii. Stavros Karlos provided a url submission to council for information:

http://fortune.com/pot-marijuana-colorado/ The written submissions were received as information and added to the minutes of this meeting.

2.2.5 Council Question Period Council asked questions of clarification from administration.

2.2.6 Adjournment – Close of the Public Hearing The Mayor called for a third and final time for speakers and asked that all written submission be brought forward. There were none. The Mayor closed the public hearing at 2:30 p.m.

3.0 APPROVAL OF AGENDA

3.1 Regular Meeting Agenda Moved by Councillor Standish that council approve the agenda for the February 12, 2018 regular meeting

of council as presented. CARRIED

3.2 For Information: 2017 Council Workplan Received as information.

4.0 ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MINUTES 4.1 Minutes of the January 22, 2018 Regular Meeting of Council

Moved by Councillor DiManno that council adopt the minutes of the January 22, 2018 regular meeting of council as presented.

CARRIED 5.0 DELEGATIONS

There were no delegations.

6.0 PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS None received.

http://fortune.com/pot-marijuana-colorado/




7.0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS

None considered.

8.0 BYLAWS AND STAFF REPORTS 8.1 Naming of Street – 137 Kootenay Avenue Lane

Moved by Councillor Olver that council name the private lane servicing the former 137 Kootenay Avenue as “Kootenay Ridge” for the purpose of the Addressing Bylaw.

CARRIED

8.2 Banff Bench Program Renewals Moved by Councillor Standish that council direct administration to administer a perpetual extension for

all 65 bench subscriptions from the old policy and refund any renewals received from the 2000-2003 group. This would require an operating budget amendment to increase the taxpayer support for this function.

DEFEATED Canning, Christensen and Standish in favour

Moved by Councillor Olver that council direct administration to amend the letter that has been prepared

and add an additional two year extension to the remaining bench holders (2004 to 2016) under the old policy making their subscription 17 years instead of 15 (as was done for the 2000 to 2003 subscribers), recognizing the complaints have come from the group that have already received a two year extension and that council direct administration to include operating budget impact in future budget.

CARRIED DiManno, Christensen, Poole Opposed

Moved by Councillor Christensen that council direct administration to return in the 2nd quarter of 2018 with options as to displaying out of date bench holder plaques on trail heads as a way to show the Town’s appreciation to those who participated in the program in the past.

DEFEATED Canning, Christensen and Poole in favour

8.3 Waste Characterization Study Moved by Councillor Olver that council direct administration to return in the 2nd quarter of 2018 with

options for waste diversion targets, and tactics to increase food and food soiled paper, yard and garden materials, and mixed paper diversion.

CARRIED

8.4 Long Term Planning Initiatives Task Prioritization Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council endorse the priority of long term planning initiatives to be

completed in accordance with the list attached to report as Appendix A as presented. CARRIED

The appendix as presented was added to the minutes of this meeting.




8.5 Update on Bow Valley to Calgary Transit Feasibility The report was received as information.

8.6 FireSmart Public Education The report was received as information.

9.0 COMMITTEE AND BOARD REPORTS 9.1 Minutes of the December 14, 2017 Meeting of the Bow Valley

Regional Housing Board Received as information.

9.2 Bow Valley Regional Housing Board 2017 Highlights Received as information.

9.3 Minutes of the December 14, 2017 Meeting of the Municipal Planning Commission Received as information.

10.0 CORRESPONDENCE None received.

11.0 NEW BUSINESS

None Considered

12.0 PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS None received.

13.0 ADJOURNMENT

Moved by Councillor Standish that council adjourn the February 12, 2018 regular meeting of council at 4:45 p.m.

CARRIED

_____________________ _______________________ Karen Sorensen Kerry MacInnis Mayor Recording Secretary

February 4, 2018

Town of Banff Email: [email protected]

Subject: Bylaw 420 – Land Use Bylaw Amending Bylaw – Cannabis and Cannabis Related Business Definitions

Dear Mayor & Council:

Please accept this letter in support of the definitions proposed in amending the Land Use Bylaw in preparation for the upcoming legalization of cannabis and cannabis products.

In addition to the definitions proposed, the Banff & Lake Louise Hospitality Association (BLLHA) encourages Mayor & Council to be proactive in adding definitions to encompass businesses that choose to provide a safe environment for residents and visitors alike to consume cannabis products (e.g. a Cannabis Café and/or Cannabis Lounge) and to consider defining safe public places to engage in smoking combustible cannabis products (e.g. a Public Cannabis Smoking Area.)

BLLHA recognizes that Alberta Justice Minister Ganley has stated that, currently, cannabis cafes and lounges will not be considered as current federal legislation applies to combustible cannabis products only; as such, a designated enclosed location to consume combustible products would be a step backwards in terms of occupational health & safety. Minister Ganley has noted that once federal legislation of edible cannabis products is written, cannabis cafes and lounges in Alberta ‘may be’ considered. BLLHA believes it would be advisable to include definitions now to encompass these items as opposed to having to re-open the bylaw in the future.

Additionally, without market intelligence on how international travellers use combustible products in a jurisdiction where it is already legal to do so, it is unclear how recreational use of the product will unfold. It is reasonable to believe that individuals that engage in recreational use of the product, while at home, are likely to suspend usage when travelling internationally to locales where usage is illegal. Therefore, it is also reasonable to believe that when travelling to a jurisdiction where it is legal to purchase - and engage in recreational use - those same individuals will do so.

As a world class destination and a community with a high level of employee and other rental accommodations, it is vital that we ensure visitors and residents alike are not left feeling like they are engaging in criminal activity simply because the legal and regulatory framework is still in its infancy. In a conversation with the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association, legislation in Colorado is similar to what

PO Box 5817 Banff, Alberta T1L 1G7 bllha.ca

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Alberta is considering. It is legal to smoke marijuana in your home. When travelling, home refers to the accommodation you have chosen. Similar to BLLHA hotel members, Colorado hotels are non-smoking and as such employees advise visitors to go to the street to smoke marijuana ‘and not get caught.’ This is an unacceptable practice for a world class destination. Press releases and the Alberta Government website indicate “Albertans will be allowed to consume cannabis in their homes and in some public spaces where smoking tobacco is allowed.” Without clear definition of what or where these public spaces may be, it is prudent that the Town of Banff is proactive in creating the definitions and considering where people may engage in the activity to ensure both the rights of those that wish to engage in the recreational use of combustible cannabis products and those that don’t engage are equally respected. BLLHA is committed to collaborating with the Town of Banff and the Province of Alberta as both legislation and market knowledge unfolds to ensure as a destination we maintain a safe, healthy, caring community for both residents and visitors. Sincerely,

Darren Reeder Executive Director


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Council: Long Term Planning Task Prioritization Agenda #8.4

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Appendix A

OBJECTIVES PRIORITY STATUS AS

OF Q1 STATUS AS OF Q2

STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

I. COMMUNITY HOUSING STRATEGY

1. Review Required Housing cash-in-lieu provisions

High

2. Ensure that required bedrooms provided by developers are appropriate to meet staff housing needs

High

3. Enhance public notification about developments; amend LUB regarding enhancement of public notification and information

High

4. Encourage and mandate barrier-free housing units, include information sheets for developers, incentive packages to encourage it, and draft technical amendment to LUB

Medium Underway

Draft Completed

5. Investigate creation of new land use category for employee residences

Medium Underway

6. Review minimum unit size (at LUB reviews)

Medium Underway

7. Require future apartment housing developments have on site management in the building(s), consistent with s.4.1.1.5 of the Town of Banff Housing Strategy (See also MPC Motion 16-81)

Medium Underway

Draft Completed


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8. Ensure wise use of scarce residential land to prevent building of single family homes across lot lines, and to allow or require ancillary buildings during single home development

Low

9. Review height restrictions (at BMP and LUB reviews)

Low

10. Review commercial housing requirements (at BMP and LUB reviews)

Low



STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

II. CANNABIS RELATED LAND USE BYLAW FRAMEWORK

1. Cannabis Related Use Definitions

High Underway

Draft Completed

2. Draft Land Use Bylaw regulatory framework for cannabis dispensaries

Medium



STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

III. BANFF DESIGN GUIDELINES

1. Design Guidelines Review/Update

High Underway Draft Completed

2. Review and update Firesmart guidelines and wildfire risk zones

High Underway

3. Review and update of recommended plant materials list

High Underway Draft Completed


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OBJECTIVES PRIORITY STATUS AS OF Q1

STATUS AS OF Q2

STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

IV. BED AND BREAKFAST HOME REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

1. Review Bed and Breakfast Home quotas and associated regulations (MPC Motion 17-43)

High

2. That Council provide direction on how to proceed with enforcement on existing Bed and Breakfast establishments that are operating outside of their permitted use. Example: when a bed and breakfast advertises they have four bedrooms available when, in fact, they have only been approved to operate two bedrooms. (MPC Motion 17-43)

Medium

3. VRBO/Air Bn’B Enforcement and Enhanced Regulatory Framework

Medium

4. Review the taxation structures between Bed & Breakfasts and Hotels in the Town of Banff. (MPC Motion 17-4)

Medium

5. Review the Bed and Breakfast Home regulations at the appropriate time including the requirement to restrict kitchens within communal accommodation units. (MPC Motion 17-32)

Low


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STATUS AS OF Q2

STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

V. LAND USE BYLAW REVIEW

1. MPC Public Deliberations (COU16-9)

High

2. Land Use Bylaw CR (Railway) Land Use District amendments

High Underway

Draft Completed

3. Apartment Parking LUB Review (COU17-24)

High

4. Clarification of the development permit notification sign process (MPC Motion 17-23)

Medium

5. Review/Update of administrative functions Section 3.0.0 Duties and Responsibilities and Section 4.0.0 Development Permits

Medium

6. Fast Tracked Sign Permit Review Process

Medium

7. Pre-design roof sprinklering/solar enabling of residential units (requiring mechanical chases at construction)

Medium

8. LUB Framework – RV Storage in Residential Districts

Medium Underway

Draft Completed

9. Clarification of Relative Building Height (Storeys) vs. Absolute Height

Low

10. Specific Required Parking for Vehicle Rental Services (MPC Motion 16-45)

Low

11. LUB Framework – “Vehicle for Hire” Services

Low

12.

CT District Height Regulation

Low


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STATUS AS OF Q2

STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

VI. HERITAGE

1. Heritage Site List (COU18-33)

High Underway

2. Heritage protection plan policy options (COU18-13)

Medium

3. Heritage Reserve Funding Medium


STATUS AS OF Q2

STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

VII. SPECIAL EVENTS POLICY

1. Special Events Policy Amendments to allow block parties (COU17-201) Options for amendments that would allow professional services at farmer’s markets (COU17-203)

Low Underway

2. Special Events Policy Review (COU17-202)

Low


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STATUS AS OF Q2

STATUS AS OF Q3

STATUS AS OF Q4

COMMENTS

VIII. OTHER/GENERAL

1. Commence scoping exercise for review/update of the Banff National Park Management Plan

High Underway

2. Sidewalk Seating Fee Options

High Underway

3. Hoarding Policy (COU15-189) and Incentives for Public Art on Hoarding (COU15-190)

High Underway

4. Review/Update Environmental Design Standards in LUB

Medium

5. Addressing Bylaw Review and Update

Medium GIS to lead

6. Building Permit Bylaw Review and Update

Medium

7. Tunnel Mountain Pageantry Plan / Pageantry Lighting

Medium Underway

Draft Completed

8. CD District setbacks for single lot redevelopment

Medium

9. Commence scoping exercise for review/update of the Banff Community Plan

Low

10. Business License Bylaw Review and Update

Low

11. Off-Site Levies Bylaw Review and Update

Low

12. Policy for encroachment on Town of Banff owned lands

Low


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Unapproved


MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL of the Town of Banff in the Province of Alberta

Town Hall Council Chamber Monday, February 26, 2018 at 2:00 pm

COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT Karen Sorensen Mayor Grant Canning Councillor Ted Christensen Councillor and Acting Mayor Corrie DiManno Councillor and Deputy Mayor Chip Olver Councillor Peter Poole Councillor Brian Standish Councillor COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT

ADMINISTRATION PRESENT Robert Earl Town Manager Chris Hughes Manager, Finance Randall McKay Director, Planning and Development Jennifer Laforest Planner PH Gagnon Engineering Coordinator Connie Grace Destination Events Coordinator Chad Townsend Manager, Environmental Services Claudia Rustenburg Engineering Services Technician Colin Harris Recreation Initiatives Coordinator Tara Johnston-Lee Municipal Clerk

1.0 CALL TO ORDER

The Mayor called the February 26, 2018 meeting of council to order at 2:00 p.m.

2.0 APPROVAL OF AGENDA 2.1 Regular Meeting Agenda

Moved by Councillor DiManno that council approve the agenda for the February 26, 2018 regular meeting of council as presented.

CARRIED 2.2 For Information: 2018 Council Workplan

Received as information.

3.0 ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MINUTES 3.1 Minutes of the February 12, 2018 Public Hearing and Regular Meeting of Council

Moved by Councillor Standish that council adopt the minutes of the February 12, 2018 public hearing and regular meeting of council as presented.

CARRIED

4.0 DELEGATIONS There were no delegations.


Unapproved


5.0 PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS

5.1 Public Verbal Submissions 5.1.1. Stavros Karlos, Sidewalk Seating Policy Councillor Canning and Councillor Poole declared a conflict of interest and left the room at 2:09 p.m. Mr. Karlos asked that council consider:

• amendments to the policy to allow for non-contiguous seating on Bear Street in anticipation of the Bear Street Woornerff and new ALGC regulations;

• continued sidewalk seating on Caribou street; • harmonizing the policy with new AGLC regulations; • setting fees to correlate with administrative costs to the Town. It is his opinion that that

a scaled fee structure in line with the Whistler model would be more fair to smaller businesses than a flat rate model;

• addressing seats on public property.

Councillor Canning and Councillor Poole returned to the meeting at 2:15 p.m.

5.2 5.1.2. Stavros Karlos, Trails Master Plan Implementation Update – Sharrows Mr. Karlos provided his opinion that research indicates that sharrows do not achieve the goal of getting people safely using bicycles as an active mode of transportation and that council should consider instead reducing speed limits to 30 km/hr and providing for protected bike lanes.

5.3 Public Written Submissions 5.3.1 Reg Bunyan, Bow Valley Naturalists – Commercial Display Fireworks in Banff

Received as information.

5.2.2. Heather Imrie, Bear Street Woornerff Received as information and added to the agenda package for this meeting.

6.0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS

None considered.

7.0 BYLAWS AND STAFF REPORTS 7.1 Borrowing Bylaws – 2018 Capital Projects Bylaw 390 – Borrowing Bylaw – Bus Shelters Installations

Bylaw 391 – Borrowing Bylaw – Transit Bus Storage Bylaw 392 – Borrowing Bylaw – Transit Hub

Councillor DiManno declared a conflict of interest as she is an employee of the Bow Valley Regional Transit Services Commission and left the meeting at 2:29 p.m.


Unapproved


Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council give second reading to Bylaw 390 – Borrowing Bylaw - Bus

Shelter Installations. CARRIED

Christensen opposed

Moved by Councillor Standish that council give third reading to Bylaw 390 – Borrowing Bylaw - Bus Shelter Installations.

CARRIED Poole and Christensen opposed

Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council give second reading to Bylaw 391 – Borrowing Bylaw – Transit

Bus Storage. CARRIED

Christensen opposed

Moved by Councillor Olver that council give third reading to Bylaw 391 – Borrowing Bylaw – Transit Bus Storage.

CARRIED Poole and Christensen opposed

Moved by Councillor Canning that council give second reading to Bylaw 392 – Borrowing Bylaw –

Transit Hub. CARRIED

Christensen opposed

Moved by Councillor Standish that council give third reading to Bylaw 392 – Borrowing Bylaw – Transit Hub.

CARRIED Christensen opposed

Councillor DiManno returned to the meeting at 2:22 p.m.

7.2 Bylaw 420 – Land Use Bylaw Amending Bylaw – Cannabis and Cannabis Related

Business Definitions Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council give second reading to Bylaw 420- Land Use Bylaw Amending

Bylaw – Cannabis and Cannabis Related Business Definitions with the following amendments:

i. Insert the following underlined words below to the definition of Cannabis Production Facility:

Cannabis Production Facility means a premise used for growing, producing, testing, destroying, storing, or distribution of Cannabis authorized by a license


Unapproved


issued by the federal Minister of Health. Distribution of Cannabis does not include a Storefront Cannabis Retail use.

ii. Add the following as Provision 2.2:

2.2 Town of Banff Land Use Bylaw, as amended, is hereby amended by adding the following underlined words to the definition of Retail Store, General in Section 2.0 Interpretive Clauses:

Retail Store, General is defined to mean the retail sale of groceries, beverages, baked goods, household goods, clothing, jewelry, furniture and appliances, hardware, printed matter, confectionery, gifts and souvenirs, tobacco, pharmaceutical and personal care items, automotive parts and accessories, office equipment, stationery and similar goods from within an enclosed building. Minor public services, such as postal services and film processing depots are permitted within general retail stores. General retail stores include convenience retail stores but does not include Storefront Cannabis Retail or Cannabis Related Sale

CARRIED

Moved by Councillor Olver that council give third reading to Bylaw 420 - Land Use Bylaw Amending Bylaw – Cannabis and Cannabis Related Business Definitions as amended.

CARRIED

7.3 Program Update and Application Fees Sidewalk Seating Café Policy

Councillor Canning declared a conflict of interest as he owns a business on Bear Street with sidewalk seating and left the meeting at 2:33 p.m.

Councillor Poole declared a conflict of interest as he is a business owner with sidewalk seating and a landlord on Bear Street and left the meeting at 2:33 p.m.

Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council direct administration to return with options for amendments to

Fees and Charges Bylaw 388 – Schedule O to increase the sidewalk seating fees based on: i. full service versus counter service establishments ; and ii. the number of table and chairs.

CARRIED

Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council direct administration to remove sidewalk seating encroachments into the required 2.0m pedestrian zone on Caribou Street.


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Moved by Councillor DiManno that council amend motion COU18-59 by adding the following words in underline to the motion:

“that council direct administration to remove sidewalk seating encroachments into the required 2.0m pedestrian zone on Caribou Street and Wolf Street.”

CARRIED Olver and Christensen opposed

The vote followed on motion COU18-59 as amended: that council direct administration to remove sidewalk seating encroachments into the required 2.0m pedestrian zone on Caribou Street and Wolf Street.

CARRIED Christensen and Olver opposed

Moved by Councillor Olver that council direct administration return with amendments to Sidewalk

Seating Policy C109 that would guide enforcement for sidewalk seating compliance as follows: i. one written warning, ii. issuance of fine, iii. revocation of permit for remaining of year with no refund; iv. business allowed to re-apply the following year.

Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council amend motion COU18-61 by removing the words in strikeout

and adding the words in underline: “that council direct administration to return with amendments to Sidewalk Seating Policy C109 that would guide enforcement for sidewalk seating compliance as follows:

i. one warning two written warnings, ii. issuance of fine, iii. revocation of permit for remaining of year with no refund; iv. business allowed to re-apply the following year.”

CARRIED Olver and DiManno opposed

The vote followed on motion COU18-61 as amended: that council direct administration to return with amendments to Sidewalk Seating Policy C109 that would guide enforcement of sidewalk seating compliance as follows:

i. two written warnings, ii. revocation of permit for remaining of year with no refund; iii. business allowed to re-apply the following year.

CARRIED

Moved by Councillor DiManno that council direct administration to investigate Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission guideline amendments and return with a report outlining how they related to sidewalk seating in Banff.

CARRIED


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Councillor Canning returned to the meeting at 3:45 p.m.

7.4 Bear Street Woornerff – Scope of Work

Councillor Poole declared a conflict of interest as he is a landlord on Bear Street and remained outside of the meeting.

Moved by Councillor Olver that council direct administration to provide options for the replacement of

the underground utilities as part of the design of the Bear Street Woornerff. CARRIED

Councillor Poole returned to the meeting at 3:56 p.m. 7.5 Commercial Display Fireworks in Banff Events

Moved by Councillor DiManno that council direct administration to replace commercial display fireworks as the culmination to Town events at Canada Day, Halloween and New Year’s Eve with commercial special effect pyrotechnics and/or performances using existing event fireworks budgets.

CARRIED

7.6 Trails Master Plan Implementation Update – Sharrows Ryan Martinson representing Stantec presented the research report and answered questions from council. The report was received as information.

7.7 Trails Master Plan Implementation Update – Signage The report was received as information.

7.8 Pedestrian Traffic Trends 2014-2017 The report was received as information.

7.9 The Basement Youth Drop-In Centre The report was received as information.

8.0 COMMITTEE AND BOARD REPORTS 8.1 Minutes of the October 18, 2017 Meeting of the Bow Valley Waste Management

Commission Received as information.

8.2 Minutes of November 21, 2017 Meeting of the Bow Valley Waste Management Commission

Received as information. 8.3 Minutes of the November 21, 2017 Organizational Meeting of the Bow Valley Waste

Management Commission Received as information.


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8.4 Minutes of the December 20, 2017 Meeting of the Bow Valley Waste Management Commission

Received as information. 8.5 Minutes of the January 17, 2018 Meeting of Municipal Planning Commission Received as information.

9.0 CORRESPONDENCE

None received.

10.0 NEW BUSINESS None considered.

11.0 PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS 11.1 Hugh Pettigrew – Bear Street Woornerff

Mr. Pettigrew provided his opinion that: • the replacement of underground utilities on Bear Street could be considered a

local improvement; • commercial businesses on Bear Street are the beneficiaries of the woornerff and

should bear any costs.

12.0 ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Standish that council adjourn the February 26, 2018 regular meeting of council at

4:45 p.m. CARRIED

_____________________ _______________________ Karen Sorensen Tara Johnston-Lee Mayor Municipal Clerk

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