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Public Market Feasibility Study
First seen: July 14, 2026
Last seen: July 14, 2026
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July 14, 2026Council
Full RecordingRoyal Roads University Partnership - Public Market Study
Council agreed to work with Royal Roads students to study the possibility of a public market in town.
"Council was enthusiastic about the partnership, noting that it provides valuable research at no direct financial cost. Mayor Tobias requested the study include an analysis of volunteer coordination, which is often a barrier for such initiatives."
Formal MotionPassed
"THAT Council support the partnership with Royal Roads University to undertake a View Royal Public Market Feasibility Study."
Moved by: Sid Tobias
Seconded by: Ron Mattson
Ron Mattson
Don Brown
Gery Lemon
Alison MacKenzie
Sid Tobias
John Rogers
July 14, 2026Council
Full RecordingRoyal Roads University and Town of View Royal Community Learning Partnership - View Royal Public Market Study
Council discussed a partnership with Royal Roads University students to study the feasibility of a local public market.
"Leanne Taylor introduced a zero-cost project where Royal Roads business students will conduct a feasibility study for a public market in early 2027. Mayor Tobias and Councillor Rogers supported the project, noting the need for students to investigate operational models and volunteer coordination, citing challenges faced by other regional markets."
Formal MotionPassed
"THAT the report dated July 6, 2026 from the Director of Development Services titled "Royal Roads University and Town of View Royal Community Learning Partnership - View Royal Public Market Study" be received for information."
Moved by: Sid Tobias
Seconded by: Ron Mattson
Ron Mattson
Sid Tobias
Don Brown
Gery Lemon
Alison MacKenzie
John Rogers