PUBLIC HEARINGS AND REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TOWN OF LADYSMITH COUNCIL
AGENDA
6:00 P.M.

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This meeting will be held electronically as per Ministerial Order No. M192

The Town of Ladysmith acknowledges with gratitude that this meeting takes place on the traditional, unceded territory of the Stz'uminus First Nation.

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  • Recommendation

    That Council approve the agenda for the Public Hearings and Regular Meeting of Council for April 6, 2021.

Subject Properties: 

  • 670 Farrell Road (Lot 2, District Lot 41, Oyster District, Plan VIP65993);
  • 674 Farrell Road (Lot 1, District Lot 41, Oyster District, Plan 20461); and
  • Lot 20 Trans-Canada Highway (Lot 20, District Lot 41, Oyster District, Plan 2519, Except Parts in Plans 8993, 43985 and EPP28332).
  • Recommendation

    That, subject to any additional matters raised at the Public Hearing, Council proceed with third reading of "Official Community Plan Bylaw 2003, No. 1488, Amendment Bylaw (No. 63) 2021, No. 2060".

  • Recommendation

    That, subject to any additional matters raised at the Public Hearing, Council:

    1. Proceed with third reading of "Town of Ladysmith Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860, Amendment Bylaw (No. 33) 2021, No. 2061"; and
    2. Direct staff to refer "Town of Ladysmith Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860, Amendment Bylaw (No. 33) 2021, No. 2061" to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure pursuant to section 52 of the Transportation Act.

       

  • Recommendation

    That, subject to any additional matters raised at the Public Hearing, Council proceed with third reading of "Official Community Plan Bylaw 2003, No. 1488, Amendment Bylaw (No. 64) 2021, No. 2062".

  • Recommendation

    That, subject to any additional matters raised at the Public Hearing, Council:

    1. Proceed with third reading of "Town of Ladysmith Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860, Amendment Bylaw (No. 34) 2021, No. 2063"; and
    2. Direct staff to refer "Town of Ladysmith Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860, Amendment Bylaw (No. 34) 2021, No. 2063" to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure pursuant to section 52 of the Transportation Act.

Mayor Stone will recognize Taylor (Mackenzie) Walters who was awarded the prestigious Terry Fox Humanitarian Award.

  • Recommendation

    That the Mayor on behalf of Council, send a letter of congratulations to Taylor (Mackenzie) Walters who received the prestigious Terry Fox Humanitarian Award for her work promoting equity in the sciences.

  • Recommendation

    That Council approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held March 16, 2021.

  • Recommendation

    That Council approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of Council held March 23, 2021.

  • Recommendation

    That Council:

    1. Issue Development Variance Permit 3090-20-08 to vary section 4.16.8 of “Sign and Canopy Bylaw 1995, No. 1176” to allow the installation of a canopy on a building where there is more than one projecting sign, at Lot 1 District Lot 24 Oyster District Plan VIP85193 (1020 1st Avenue); and
    2. Authorize the Mayor and Corporate Officer to sign Development Variance Permit 3090-20-08.
  • Recommendation

    That Council:

    1. Approve Development Variance Permit 3090-20-09 for Strata Lot 37, District Lot 56, Oyster District, Strata Plan 2009,together with an interest in the common property in proportion to the unit entitlement of the strata lot as shown on Form 1 (19-245 Oyster Cove Road) to vary the front parcel line setback from 6.0m to 5.0m;
    2. Approve Development Permit 3060-20-24 to permit a new single unit dwelling on Strata Lot 37, District Lot 56, Oyster District, Strata Plan 2009, together with an interest in the common property in proportion to the unit entitlement of the strata lot as shown on Form 1; and
    3. Authorize the Mayor and Corporate Officer to sign the Development Variance Permit 3090-20-09 and Development Permit 3060-20-24.
  • Recommendation

    That Council:

    1. Direct that Application No. 3360-20-06 (10940 Westdowne Road) proceed for further consideration.
    2. Having considered section 475 of the Local Government Act (consultation during OCP development) direct staff to refer Application No. 3360-20-06 to:
      • Stz’uminus First Nation;
      • The Cowichan Valley Regional District;
      • School District 68;
      • Island Health, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, and BC Transit.

Support for CVRD grant application to the UBCM Strengthening Communities Fund 2021.

  • Recommendation

    That Council of the Town of Ladysmith:

    1. Approves the submission of a regional application by the Cowichan Valley Regional District to the UBCM Strengthening Communities Fund 2021 for the purpose of assisting member municipalities with improved health and safety of unsheltered homeless people living in public or private spaces, including reduced risk of COVID-19 or other disease transmission; and reducing community concerns about public health and safety in neighbourhoods where unsheltered homeless populations are seeking temporary shelter; and further,
    2. Approves the Cowichan Valley Regional District as the primary applicant that will apply for, receive and manage the grant funding on behalf of the Town of Ladysmith.

Request for support for a call for a public inquiry regarding stronger sentencing for prolific and repeat offenders.

  • Recommendation

    That Council request that the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities and the Union of BC Municipalities petition the provincial and federal governments to enact legislative and regulatory changes to the criminal justice system to apply stricter penalties and ensure adequate incarceration of prolific criminals, including use of electronic monitors when released on conditions.

  • Recommendation

    That Council approve the request from Cystic Fibrosis Canada to illuminate City Hall with blue or teal lights on Saturday, May 1 in support of Cystic Fibrosis awareness.

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Alternately, questions can be submitted via email at info@ladysmith.ca during the meeting.

  • Persons wishing to address Council must be Town of Ladysmith residents, non-resident property owners, or operators of a business.
  • Individuals must include their name and address for identification purposes.
  • Questions put forth must be on topics which are not normally dealt with by Town staff as a matter of routine.
  • Questions must be brief and to the point.
  • No commitments shall be made by the Chair in replying to a question. Matters which may require action of the Council shall be referred to a future meeting of the Council
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