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Council Meeting/Documents/Attachment F - Community Workshop Exit Surveys - 258 Helmcken Road
Appendix

Attachment F - Community Workshop Exit Surveys - 258 Helmcken Road

November 4, 2025Pages 62–753 sections

A collection of community workshop exit surveys providing feedback on the proposed commercial land uses for the ground floor of the development at 258 Helmcken Road.

1 CALL TO ORDER- Mayor Tobias called the meeting to order at 6:21 p.m.
258 Helmcken RoadRespondents include Edith English, Sarah Timleck, Ashley Grate, Ashley Gate, J. Harder, C. Griffith, Rena Olson, and Bernie SylvestriProposed uses: Café, Medical, Retail, and Personal Service EstablishmentGeneral support for mixed-use and café options, with some concerns regarding parking and traffic safety

Commercial Space at The Royale

#101 258 Helmcken Road

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Community Workshop Exit Survey

Survey Entry 1

  1. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Agree

  2. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Agree

Additional comments: MIXED USE IS WISE. COULD BECOME A VIBRANT LOCATION

Name: EDITH ENGLISH Address: [Box] Island Hwy

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Community Workshop Exit Survey

OVERVIEW The intent of this application is to alter the allowable commercial land uses allowed within the current CD-26 Island Highway /Helmcken Zoning to include a broader range of community-supported uses. We’re planning to add a few new, neighborhood-friendly businesses on the ground floor.

Uses Sought: The uses applied for in this application would be in addition to Grocery and would include:

  1. Café; where you can grab your morning cup or meet a friend
  2. Medical; convenient for check ups
  3. Office; and
  4. Retail;

This public open house in the desired space is intended to help envision the opportunities at the commercial level at The Royale. Our goal is to make the building even more useful and welcoming for everyone in the area.

All of these businesses will:

  • Keep regular daytime hours (no late-night activity).
  • Maintain a safe, quiet, and clean environment.
  • Offer services that benefit both residents and the surrounding community.

Comments and Input:

Survey Entry 2

  1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?

    • Response: Strongly agree

  2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Strongly agree

  3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Strongly agree

Additional comments: I would love to see a sandwich shop / Deli move into the space. Something offering breakfast and lunch options. A medical clinic is also a great asset to the community.

Name: Sarah Timleck Address: [Box] Helmcken Victoria [Box]

Survey Entry 3

  1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?

    • Response: Neutral

  2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Strongly Disagree

  3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Neutral

Additional comments: The corner is very busy and exiting is difficult at the best of times. There have been accidents at this corner on a regular basis. Parking is also an issue in this area. If the 29 spaces are for retail/med clients, where do the employees park

Name: Ashley Grate Townhouse resident.

Survey Entry 4

  1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?

    • Response: Strongly agree

  2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Agree

  3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Neutral

Additional comments: WOULD PREFER A GROCERY STORE RATHER THAN COFFEE SHOP OR OTHER COMMERCIAL USE.

Name: ASHLEY GATE RESIDENT

Survey Entry 5

  1. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Agree

  2. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Agree

Additional comments: COFFEE SHOP / TAKEOUT WOULD BE GREAT

Name: J HARDER Address: [Box] ELTHAM RD VICTORIA [Box]

Survey Entry 6

  1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?

    • Response: Agree

  2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Agree

  3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Agree

Additional comments: Keep the cafe local + don't go commercial

Name: C. Griffith Address: [Box] Island Hwy, View Royal

Survey Entry 7

  1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?

    • Response: Agree

  2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Agree

  3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Agree

Additional comments: I'm sad about losing the Grocery Store. However, I realize you tried. So - I agree, a medical situation would be useful. Especially the Physio!

Name: Keza Olson - [Box] Island Hwy [Box]

Survey Entry 8

  1. I feel that the proposed commercial uses are appropriate for this location?

    • Response: Agree

  2. I believe it's important to have a variety of options in the commercial spaces

    • Response: Agree

  3. I believe the space and location is well built for the above options

    • Response: Neutral

Additional comments: Medical offices to include physio, occupational therapy and counselling!

Name: Bernie Sylvestri Address: [Box] Island Hwy

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Extracted from: 2025 11 04 Council Agenda - Agenda - Pdf