2026 01 20 Council Meeting - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The formal agenda for the January 20, 2026, Council meeting, outlining bylaws, staff reports, and correspondence to be discussed.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1160
An amendment to the Zoning Bylaw specifically regarding the CD-26: Helmcken/Island Highway Comprehensive Development Zone to allow uses like cafes and medical clinics.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL PETITION & DELEGATION REQUEST FORM
Delegation request form submitted by Cindy Andrew on behalf of The Village Initiative to present on child and youth well-being.
Advancing Child & Youth Well-Being Across the West Shore-Sooke Region: The Business Case for a Dedicated Municipal Leaders’ Advisory Team Coordinator
A detailed business case proposing the hire of a dedicated MLAT Coordinator to support regional action for child and youth outcomes.
Appendix 1: Draft MLAT Coordinator Job Description
The proposed job description for the MLAT Coordinator, including key responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits.
Appendix 2: Opportunities for West Shore-Sooke Municipalities to Collaborate to Improve Youth Well-Being
A report outlining specific collaborative stages and focus areas for municipalities to improve youth well-being, such as transportation and employment.
Appendix 3: Rationale for Community Social Planning Council (CPSC) to Serve as the Host Organization
An explanation of why the CPSC is the recommended neutral body to host the MLAT Coordinator position.
11. References
A list of academic and technical citations supporting the MLAT business case.
ADVANCING CHILD & YOUTH WELL-BEING ACROSS THE WEST SHORE-SOOKE REGION Presentation
A slide deck summarizing the business case for the MLAT Coordinator role and the potential cost savings of proactive youth support.
Request for Decision – 309 View Royal Avenue Driveway Request
Engineering staff report regarding a homeowner's request for a second driveway access to support a proposed garden suite.
Request for Decision – Early Transportation Project Commencements for 2026
A request for pre-approval of capital projects for the 2026 budget to allow for coordination with neighboring municipalities and environmental windows.
ATTACHMENT #1: BUDGETING BREAKDOWN
Financial tables showing the budget impacts and carry-forward requests for the bridge and traffic signal projects.
CHANCELLOR PARK PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AWARD
Staff report recommending the award of a contract to Habitat Systems Inc. for new accessible playground equipment at Chancellor Park.
ATTACHMENT 1: PLAYGROUND OPTIONS
Visual concept renderings and site plans for the three playground equipment options considered for Chancellor Park.
CONSIDERATION OF VACATION RENTALS
A report analyzing the impacts of permitting short-term vacation rentals temporarily during the 2026 World Cup Soccer event.
Correspondence regarding 294 and 296 Eltham Road & 242 Helmcken Road
A letter from Colyvan Pacific Property Management on behalf of local Strata Councils regarding safety and upkeep concerns at neighboring rental properties.
14 Erskine Lane Strata VIS3076 - Alternatives for compliance with TP2025-29
Correspondence from a Strata council requesting alternatives to the tree replacement requirements of a recent permit due to lack of space.
Bartlett Tree Experts - Re: Replacement tree plantings
A technical report from an arborist confirming that the 14 Erskine Lane property has limited soil volume for required replacement trees.
Re: Opportunity for Inter-Municipal/Regional Cooperation on Deer Management
A letter from the Mayor of Oak Bay inviting View Royal to participate in a regional deer management program using immuno-contraception.
MINUTES OF A COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025
Official minutes from the previous regular council meeting, documenting decisions on OCP amendments and infrastructure projects.
MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING HELD ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025
Official record of the public hearing regarding Bylaw No. 1156 to introduce new OCP designations for small-scale multi-unit housing.
Minutes of the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society Board of Directors Meeting
Minutes from the November 13, 2025, board meeting, discussing budgets and the youth engagement fund.
Email from Tiffany Moore Re: 2026 WSPRS Budget Package
Transmittal email containing the 2026 budget information for the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre.
WSPR STAFF REPORT - 2026 Budget and Requisition Request
Summary of the 2026 West Shore Parks & Recreation requisition, showing a 5.56% increase to municipal owners.
2026-2030 FIVE YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN - WSPRS
Detailed five-year financial projections for the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society.
BUDGET COMPARISON - WSPRS
Comparison of WSPRS budgets for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026.
2026 CAPITAL SUMMARY - WSPRS
Listing of planned major site maintenance and park improvements for 2026.
5-YEAR CAPITAL PLAN - WSPRS
Schedule of capital projects and equipment replacements through 2030.
RESERVE CONTINUITY - WSPRS
Report on the status and projected balances of equipment replacement and general capital reserves.
CONVERTED ASSESSMENT TOTALS - WSPRS
Assessment values for the member municipalities used to calculate requisition shares.
IMPACT TO TAXATION - WSPRS
Analysis of the financial impact per capita and on property tax for each member municipality.
REQUISITION REQUEST AND PER CAPITA COST - WSPRS
Detailed requisition amounts per municipality and per capita breakdown.
OPERATING INCOME AND SUMMARY - WSPRS
Financial summaries categorized by facility and department (Administration, Parks, Arena, etc.).
FEES AND CHARGES 2026-2027
Detailed list of proposed admission and rental fees for recreation facilities effective September 2026.
Letter from Greater Victoria Public Library regarding 2026 Budget
Requisition notice from the GVPL board outlining the 8% system-wide funding increase.
GVPL 2026 Budget and 2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan
Detailed financial package for the public library system, including salary inflation and capital expenditures.
Letter from Maryann Motz Re: Garden Waste Collection
A resident's suggestion for View Royal to adopt curbside garden waste collection similar to Saanich and Victoria.
Urban Forest Strategy Canopy Targets and Programming Correspondence
A letter from the View Royal Climate Coalition urging council to adopt more aggressive tree canopy growth targets.
2025 Year End Progress Report - West Shore Regional Parks & Recreation Facilities Master Plan
Update on the status of the facilities master plan, noting a project delay into 2026 due to expanded scope.
Patricia Gooch - Correspondence regarding Urban Forest Strategy
Personal feedback from a resident supporting a 40% tree canopy target over a 'net neutral' strategy.
Letter from Jeff Kibble, MP - Support for RCMP Facility
Support letter from the local Member of Parliament for federal funding of the new RCMP detachment.
Short Term Rentals Correspondence - View Royal resident
A homeowner's letter expressing concerns about municipal restrictions on short-term rentals and the impact on financial security.
Urgent Opposition to Bill M-216 regarding Climate Targets
Letter outlining the risks associated with the Professional Reliance Act (Bill M-216) regarding municipal oversight and public safety.
Letter of Support for Short-Term Rental Housing for Healthcare Professionals
Support from a healthcare staffing company for short-term rental units used by travel nurses at Victoria General Hospital.
Andrea Martin - Correspondence regarding The Royale
Resident feedback requesting a grocery market instead of medical space at 'The Royale' development.
Alexis de Rosenroll - Correspondence regarding 268 Helmcken Road
Prospective buyers of commercial space discussing parking needs for a proposed medical clinic at 268 Helmcken Road.
West Shore RCMP Facility Expansion Council Validation Staff Report
Staff report seeking council endorsement to move forward with the design and construction of the expanded RCMP facility.
WEST SHORE RCMP FACILITY EXPANSION COUNCIL VALIDATION REPORT
The detailed technical validation report for the RCMP facility, covering scope, budget, and project values.
WEST SHORE - BLOCK PLANS
Architectural block plans showing the layout of the proposed five-storey RCMP facility expansion.
CONCEPT ILLUSTRATION RENDERS - RCMP FACILITY
3D visual renderings of the exterior of the proposed RCMP building expansion from various angles.
Project Charter - West Shore RCMP Detachment Expansion
The formal project charter document defining objectives, scope, risks, and governance for the expansion project.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WEST SHORE RCMP BUILDING COST SHARING
The agreement between Langford, Colwood, View Royal, and the CRD regarding the financing and ownership of the police building.
Appendix D - Council Decision Context – Validation Report
A document providing context for the council's decision, highlighting governance transition and risk allocation.
Appendix E: Population and FTE analysis in West Shore RCMP Communities
Data table showing population growth and projected policing staffing needs for the region.
Council Member Request - Allow Short Term Rentals (Councillor Brown)
Motion request to allow short term rentals temporarily to capture tourism dollars during the World Cup.
Supporting Material - Renting during World Cup
An article from 'Vancouver Is Awesome' explaining rules for renting properties during large sporting events.
Council Member Request - Spending for Proposed RCMP Building (Councillor Lemon)
Notice of motion requesting a staff report on total costs and a town hall meeting regarding the RCMP building project.
Council Member Request - Cable Barrier for TCH (Councillor Brown)
Request for a letter to the Minister of Highways regarding safety barriers on the Trans-Canada Highway.
Supporting Material - Vancouver Island crashes map
A heat map of traffic accidents in the View Royal area between 2019 and 2023.