Special Planning and Development Council

That the report from the Planning Services Department, Parks & Open Space Department and Finance Department, dated September 6, 2022 regarding the Town’s Parks Plan 2031 and Parkland Dedication By-law, be received. That Council endorse the Town’s Parks Plan 2031, provided in Appendix “A” to this report. That By-law 2022-108, as provided in Appendix “B”, be passed. That Council approve the Parkland Dedication Policy, attached as Appendix “C”, and that the Parkland Dedication Procedure, attached as Appendix “D” be received. That notice of Council’s decision reflects that Council has fully considered all the written and oral submissions relating to this matter and that those comments have been appropriately addressed. Moved by Councillor Gittings Seconded by Councillor Haslett-Theall That Staff conduct public consultation on the Parkland Procedure so that all Members of Council have an opportunity to consult with and hear from their constituents on the comments and concerns by Members of Council at this meeting, including but not limited to: How and when the public is informed of parkland locations and types and/or cash in lieu for each development application, including in Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs). How and when Council determines location of parkland and use of cash in lieu for purchase of parkland. How Council can balance parkland needs of SGAs and the rest of Town. How often Council should review it's Parkland Dedication By-law. How soon Staff can conduct a review with p

That the by-laws noted above be passed.

6. That Staff conduct public consultation on the Parkland Procedure so that all Members of Council have an opportunity to consult with and hear from their constituents on the comments and concerns by Members of Council at this meeting, including but not limited to: o How and when the public is informed of parkland locations and types and/or cash in lieu for each development application, including in Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs). o How and when Council determines location of parkland and use of cash in lieu for purchase of parkland. o How Council can balance parkland needs of SGAs and the rest of Town. o How often Council should review it's Parkland Dedication By- law. o How soon Staff can conduct a review with public consultation of the Design Guidelines for Connecting Links, Sliver parks, Urban Squares, and Promenades to maximize green space standards for Council’s review and approval. o What matters should be included in the 2023 Review of the Parks, Recreation, Library Services Master Plan, in addition to fair distribution of park types, sizes, walking distances, and community services. o Should the Town, and if so, how, develop partnerships for parks with neighbourhood associations and BIAs.