Councillor O'Rourke disconnected from the remote meeting and did not participate in the discussion or vote on the matter.
Katie Nasswetter, Senior Development Planner, summarized the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit the development of a five storey building containing 32 supportive housing units. She provided details on the site context, Official Plan designation, current and proposed zoning, requested specialized zoning regulations and the proposed site layout.
Hugh Handy, GSP Group Inc., speaking on behalf of Kindle Communities and the owner of the properties, provided further details on the proposal. He outlined the site location, adjacent land uses, proposed zoning regulations, supporting studies and site design elements.
Gregory Jones, President, SkyDev, part of the Skyline Group of Companies, provided information regarding the purpose of the application to provide permanent supportive housing within the community. He outlined zoning considerations, community consultation and outreach, and details of the project timeline.
Sheila Markle, Kindle Communities Inc., provided further information regarding the organization and the project. She addressed some comments and questions related to snow removal, parking and common amenity space.
James Gollinger, an area resident, expressed concerns with the location of the proposed project, compatibility with the local community, lack of green space and insufficient parking. He also expressed concerns with what would happen if funding for the project is cut.
Kimberley D. Gadoury expressed support for the application as the proposed zoning regulations will provide residents with greater privacy and the necessary resources to access 24/7 support.
Dana Nuttley, an area resident, expressed support for the application as it will address current problems with the existing site, including lack of lighting and the presence of wildlife.
Sandy Clipsham, an area resident, expressed support for the project as it will be an asset to the community and provide support to residents.
Elisha Ogbonna, an area resident, expressed concerns with the project, including the lack of open and transparent community engagement, inadequate housing options for families and insufficient parking.
Donna Haskett, an area resident, provided information regarding the Onward Willow neighbourhood. She expressed concerns regarding the proposal, including density, safety and the lack of green space.
Heather Cowbrough, an area resident, expressed concerns regarding the affordability of units within the proposed development.
Morgan Dandie-Hannah expressed support for proposals that aren't condos.
The following delegate did not speak:
Benny Monico
Council recessed at 7:48 p.m. to allow time for delegations to call into the remote meeting to speak to the item. Council reconvened at 7:52 p.m.