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2021-08-23_Agenda Packet--Dossier de l'ordre du jour City of Saint John Common Council Meeting Monday, August 23, 2021 Committee of the Whole 1. Call to Order Si vous avez besoin des services en français pour une réunion de Conseil communal, veuillez contacter le bureau du greffier communal au 658-2862. Each of the following items, either in whole or in part, is able to be discussed in private pursuant to the provisions of subsection 68(1) of the Local Governance Act and Council / Committee will make a decision(s) in that respect in Open Session: nd 4:30 p.m., 2 Floor Boardroom, City Hall 1.1 Financial Matter 68(1)(c) 1.2 Labour Matter 68(1)(j) 1.3 Land Matter 68(1)(d) Ville de Saint John Séance du conseil communal Lundi 23 août 2021 18 h e 2 étage Salle du conseil communal, hôtel de ville Comité plénier 1. Ouverture de la séance Si vous souhaitez obtenir des services en français pour une séance du conseil communal, veuillez communiquer avec le bureau du greffier communal au 658-2862. privé en vertu des dispositions prévues au paragraphe 68 (1) de la \[ƚź ƭǒƩ ƌğ ŭƚǒǝĻƩƓğƓĭĻ ƌƚĭğƌĻ. Le conseil/comité prendra une ou des décisions à cet égard au cours de la séance publique : e 16 h 30, Salle du conseil 2 étage, hôtel de ville 1.1 Question financière 68 (1) (c) 1.2 Question de main-uvre 68 (1) (j) 1.3 Question foncière 68 (1) (d) Séance ordinaire 1. Ouverture de la séance 1.1 Reconnaissance des terres 1.2 Hymne national 2. Approbation du procès-verbal 4. Divulgations de 5.1 Projet de modification du plan municipal 15, avenue Broadway (Recommandation dans le rapport) o 5.2 Modification n 1 SJLIP Financement IRCC 2021-2022 (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.3 31, rue Cliff et 110-128, rue Waterloo (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.4 s (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.5 Conditions liées aux débentures du printemps 2021 (Recommandation : ) 5.6 2021 (Recommandation dans le rapport) o 5.7 Contrat n 2021-19 Scellement de fissures 2021 (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.8 Contrat 2021-20 : Visart (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.9 Fonds canadien de revitalisation des communautés et demandes de soutien au financement (Recommandation dans le rapport) 6. Commentaires présentés par les membres 7. Proclamation 8. Délégations et présentations 9. Audiences publiques 9.1 Projet de modification du plan municipal compte du rapport du comité consultatif recommandant ces modifications et présentation du personnel pour le 695, rue Somerset ree (1 et 2 lecture) 9.2 Pro recommandant ces modifications et présentation du personnel pour les adresses 85-87 et 91, rue King et ree (1 et 2 lecture) 9.3 Projet de modification zonage et des conditions imposées 59 tenant compte du rapport du comité consultatif recommandant la modification avec présentation du personnel pour une parcelle de terrain située au 7, Promenade ree Sherwood (1 et 2lecture) 10. Étude des arrêtés municipaux 10.1 une partie de la Promenade e Consumers (3 lecture) 11. Interventions des membres du conseil 11.1 Financement du système de suivi du transport en commun (Conseillère Killen) 11.2 Service des affaires urbaines et du logement (Conseiller Harris) 12. Affaires municipales évoquées par les fonctionnaires municipaux 13. Rapports déposés par les comités 13.1 Comité de croissance : mandat 13.2 Comité de croissance : résumé verbal des rapports du personnel du (Recommandation : nformation) 13.2 Comité des finances : états financiers consolidés pour 2020 14. Étude des sujets écartés des 15. Correspondance générale 15.1 C. Bryant : se connecter avec la terre Demande de présentation (Recommandation : soumettre au directeur municipal) 15.2 ME Carpenter : déménagements à Saint John (Recommandation : obtenir nformation) 15.3 ME Carpenter : fraude de billets de transport en commun contestable (Recommandation : soumettre à la commission du transport en commun) 15.4 Coalition des personnes handicapées du N.-B. Demande de présentation (Recommandation : soumettre au greffier pour mettre au calendrier) 15.5 D. Collins : Crystal Clear Transitional Care Inc (Recommandation : transmettre la correspondance à la régie régionale de la santé) 15.6 K. Hughes : bernaches du Canada dans le parc Rockwood (Recommandation : soumettre au directeur municipal) 15.7 J. May : Douglas Demande de présentation (Recommandation : soumettre au directeur municipal) 16. Ordre du jour supplémentaire 17. Comité plénier 17.1 Exposé de position sue les élections fédérales de 2021 18. Levée de la séance August 23, 2021 Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Councillors SUBJECT: Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 15 Broadway Avenue A Public Presentation was made on June 28, 2021 of a proposed amendment to the Municipal Development Plan which would redesignate on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 0.29 hectares, located at 15 Broadway Avenue, also identified as PID 00299248, PID 00300814, and an undeveloped portion of a Public Street, from Stable Area to Employment Area; and redesignate on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 0.29 hectares, located at 15 Broadway Avenue, also identified as PID 00299248, PID 00300814, and an undeveloped portion of a Public Street, from Stable Residential to Commercial Corridor to recognize the commercial use on the subject site. The required advertising has been completed and attached you will find a copy of the public notice, and any letters of opposition or support received. If Council wishes, it may choose to refer the matter to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising with a Public Hearing to be held on Monday, October 4, 2021 in the Council Chamber at 6:30 pm, or not to proceed with the proposed amendment process and adopt a resolution to deny the application. Respectfully submitted, Jonathan Taylor City Clerk PROPOSED MUNICIPAL PLAN PROJET DE MODIFICATION DU PLAN AMENDMENTMUNICIPAL RE: 15 BROADWAY AVENUE OBJET : 15, AVENUE BROADWAY Public Notice is hereby given that the Par les présentes, un avis public est donné Common Council of The City of Saint John par lequel le conseil communal de ville de intends to consider an amendment to the Saint John a lintention détudier la Municipal Development Plan that would: modification du plan daménagement municipal comme suit: 1. Redesignate on Schedule A of the 1. Municipal Development Plan, land having municipal, modifier le zonage terrain an approximate area of 0.29 hectares, 0.29 hectares, située located at 15 Broadway Avenue, also au 15, avenue Broadway, également identified as PID 00299248, PID identifié comme NID 00299248, NID 00300814, and an undeveloped portion of 00300814, et une partie non développée a Public Street, from Stable Area to d'une rue publique, qui passera de Employment Area, as illustrated below; secteur stable à secteur d'emploi, comme illustré ci-dessous; 2. Redesignate on Schedule B of the 2 À Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 0.29 hectares, 0.29 hectares, situé located at 15 Broadway Avenue, also au 15, avenue Broadway, également identified as PID 00299248, PID identifié comme NID 00299248, NID 00300814, and an undeveloped portion of 00300814, et une partie non développée a Public Street, from Stable Residntial to d'une rue publique, qui passera de Commercial Corridor, as illustrated secteur résidentiel stable à corridor commercial, comme illustré ci-dessous. below. A public presentation of the proposed Une présentation publique de la modification amendment will take place at a regular proposée aura lieu lors dune réunion ordinaire meeting of Common Council, to be held in the du Conseil communal, qui aura lieu dans la Council Chamber at City Hall with a remote salle du Conseil à lhôtel de ville, avec option participation option on Monday, June 28, de participation à distance, le 2021. lundi 28 juin 2021. REASON FOR CHANGE: RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION To recognize the commercial use on the Reconnaître l'usage commercial existant sur le subject site. site en question. Written objections to the proposed amendment Les objections écrites à la modification may be made to the Council, in care of the proposée peuvent être présentées au Conseil, undersigned, by July 28, 2021. aux soins du soussigné, dici le 28 juillet 2021. Enquiries may be made at the office of the Les demandes de renseignements peuvent Common Clerk or Growth & Community être présentées au bureau du greffier Services, City Hall, 15 Market Square, Saint communal ou aux Services de croissance et John, N.B. between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and de développement communautaire, Hôtel de ville, 15, Market Square, Saint John (N.-B.), 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, inclusive, entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30, du lundi au vendredi, holidays excepted. inclusivement, jours fériés exclus. Jonathan Taylor, greffier communal Jonathan Taylor, Common Clerk (506) 658-2862 (506) 658-2862 COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No. 2021-208 Report Date August 12, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Growth and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Amendment No. 1 to the SJLIP Contribution Agreement - extra funding from the IRCC for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 OPEN OR CLOSED SESSION This matter is to be discussed in an open session of the Common Council. AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Valentin Boinitski Jacqueline Hamilton John Collin RECOMMENDATION RESOLVED that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Contribution Agreement No. S211600015 with the Government of Canada for the Saint John Local Immigration Partnership for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City of Saint John holds a 5-year contract with the Federal Department of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to operate the Saint John Local Immigration Partnership (SJLIP). IRCC has offered to increase its funding allocation towards the Saint John Local Immigration Partnership for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 by the total amount of $44,643 and has prepared a simple amendment to the contribution agreement with the City to facilitate this one-time contribution. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION Common Council Meeting July 20, 2020: RESOLVED that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute Contribution Agreement No. S211600015 with the Government of Canada in the form attached to this report and become the Contract Agreement holder for the Saint John Local Immigration Partnership for a period between Sept 1, 2020 and March 31, 2024 and with a total Federal contribution of $372,124; - 2 - REPORT What is the context? Local Immigration Partnerships (LIPs) are Federally funded community-wide, multi-sectoral partnerships working to welcome immigrants and improve integration outcomes through enhanced economic, social, political and civic participation. On September 1, 2020, the City of Saint John became the Contribution Agreement holder for the Saint John Local Immigration Partnership (SJLIP). The other party to the agreement is the Government of Canada, which is also the primary funder of the SJLIP. The Contribution Agreement covers five fiscal years: from 2020-21 to 2024-25. The total contribution from the IRCC under the terms of the Contract Agreement was $372,124. The allocation from the IRCC for the current (2021-22) fiscal year is $80,000. The Saint John Local Immigration Partnership (SJLIP) is currently made up of a number of local member organizations who meet regularly to coordinate services and supports for immigrants. Standing Members of SJLIP Council, which is the Governance Body for SJLIP include: The City of Saint John; The Province of New Brunswick; The Federal Government; Horizon Health; Anglophone School District South; District Scolaire Francophone Sud; UNB Saint John; NBCC; Envision Saint John; Opportunities NB; Working NB; YMCA Newcomer Connections; The Saint John Newcomers Centre; and PRUDE Inc; and the Human Development Council. What is the Amendment about? The IRCC has offered to increase its funding contribution to SJLIP for the current (2021-22) fiscal year by $44,643. Thus, the total contribution from the IRCC under the terms of the Contract Agreement will increase to $416,767. Amendment No. 1 to the Contribution Agreement No. S211600015 reflects this increase: specifically, as set out on page 3 of the Amendment. All the other parts of the Contribution Agreement No. S211600015 remain unchanged. - 3 - The extra funds must be spent in the 2021-2022 fiscal year. Staff have met with the SJLIP Council and they have recommended a budget to IRCC for the new funds to be spent on three focus areas: website enhancement for immigrants seeking information in Greater Saint John; supporting Immigration Strategy; and creating a new marketing campaign to promote the value of immigrants in Greater Saint John. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Growth & Prosperity Immigration Partnership aligns with the Roadmap for Smart Growth and the Population Growth Framework. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The operational funding for SJLIP will increase in the current fiscal year by up to $44,643, allowing for in improving the newcomer settlement and integration experience in Saint John. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS The uses of the extra funding have been discussed and agreed to by the SJLIP Council and referred back to IRCC. The General Counsel Office reviewed the legal agreement. 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Zfbs Ofhpujbufe!Benjojtusbujwf!Sbuf21/48&%8-627 Upubm!.!Benjojtusbujwf; %8-627 Upubm!Nbyjnvn!Dpousjcvujpo!gps!Gjtdbm!Zfbs; %8:-::8 COMMON COUNCILREPORT M&C No. 2021-132 Report Date August 16, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Growth and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Proposed Public Hearing Date 31 Cliff Street and 110-128 Waterloo Street AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Jennifer Kirchner Jacqueline Hamilton John Collin RECOMMENDATION RESOLVED That Common Council schedule the public hearings for the Zoning By- law rezoning application submitted by Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc. for the property located at 31 Cliff Street (PIDs 55221071 and portions of 55226724 & 00014621) and the rezoning application submitted by Toss for 110-128 Waterloo Street (PIDs 00013748; 00013730; 00013722; 00013714; 00013706; 00013144; 00013136; 00013128) for Monday, October 4, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at the Council nd Chamber, City Hall 2 floor, 15 Market Square, Saint John, NB. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to advise Common Council of the Zoning By-law amendment application and the rezoning application received and to recommend an appropriate public hearing date. The next available public hearing date is Monday, October 4, 2021. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION At its meeting of August 3, 2004, Common Council resolved that: 1. the Commissioner of Planning and Development receive all applications for amendments to the Zoning By-law and Section 39 \[now referred as section 59\] resolutions/agreements and proceed to prepare the required advertisements; and 2. when applications are received a report will be prepared recommending the appropriate resolution setting the time and place for public hearings and be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee as required by the Community Planning Act. - 2 - REPORT In response to the motion above, this report indicates the applications received and recommends an appropriate public hearing date. Details of the applications are documentation at the public hearing. The following applications have been received: Name of Location Existing Proposed Zone Reason Applicant Zone Hughes 31 Cliff Street Major Urban Centre To develop a Surveys & (PIDs Community Residential (RC) mixed-use Consultants 55221071 and Facility (CRM) residential Inc. portions of and 55226724 & commercial 00014621) building. Name of Location Existing Proposed Zone Reason Applicant Zone Toss 110-128 Neighbourhood General To develop a Waterloo Community Commercial (CG) mixed-use Street (PIDs Facility (CFN) commercial 00013748; and 00013730; supportive 00013722; housing 00013714; building. 00013706; 00013144; 00013136; 00013128) STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT While the holding of public hearings for proposed Zoning By-law amendments and rezoning are a legislative requirement of the Community Planning Act, it is also a key component of a clear and consistent land development processes envisioned in the One Stop Development Shop Program. These processes provide transparency and predictability for the development community and City residents. On a broader note, the development approval process works towards fulfilling key Council priorities including: ensuring Saint John has a competitive business environment for investment, supporting business retention and attraction; and - 3 - driving development in accordance with PlanSJ which creates the density required for efficient infrastructure, services, and economic growth. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The scheduling of the public hearing and referral to the Planning Advisory Committee satisfies the legislative and service requirements as mandated by the Community Planning Act. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS N/A ATTACHMENTS None COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No. 2021-228 Report Date August 11, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Strategic Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: CORPORATE PROCUREMENT CARD SERVICES AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Dawn Arbour Kevin Fudge John Collin RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the proposal submitted by Scotiabank to provide procurement card services to the City of Saint John be accepted. Additionally, it is recommended that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose the RFP for Procurement Card Services to Scotiabank. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION N/A REPORT In May 2021, the City issued a Request for Proposals for Procurement Card Services. This RFP sought to make the following improvements to the existing procurement card program: Improve the annual rebate, based on total spend, that is received from the card provider; Decrease the internal personnel burden that is associated with the administration of the card program; Increase the ease of use of the expense management software that is supplied (free of charge) by the card provider; Have the ability to store receipt backup in a cloud-based solution Convert the program to a paperless approval and reconciliation process; - 2 - Decrease the time from transaction to General Ledger in order to improve the completeness of financial statements; The software that is provided by Scotiabank is free of charge, as is the implementation and training of City Staff. The functionality of the software will allow for the automation of many internal processes that are currently manual. Additionally, there are tools that are available to the City that will allow a substantial increase of the annual rebate by diverting spend from other methods of payments such as cheque to the procurement card program. The volume is expected to increase in addition to the rebate rate itself. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT N/A SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES It is expected that the City will receive a minimum of $20k in additional rebate in the first few years. In addition to the increase in rebate revenue, the City expects to realize cost savings with the decreased administrative burden that will be a result of automating processes. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Supply Chain Management, in conjunction with Deloitte, facilitated the Request for Proposal (RFP) process to solicit proposals for Procurement Card Services. As such the RFP closed on May 20, 2021, with the following proponents responding by submitting proposals: Scotiabank Montreal, PQ Bank of Montreal Halifax, NS National Bank of Canada Montreal, PQ US Bank Canada/CIBC Minneapolis, MN A review committee, consisting of staff from Finance, Deloitte and Supply Chain Management reviewed the submissions for completeness and compliance with the RFP requirements and selection criteria consisting of the following: 1. System security and controls 2. System reporting and administration 3. Program incentives and customer service At the onset of the evaluation process, the proposal submitted by US Bank Canada/CIBC was removed from further consideration due to a non-compliance issue. I - 3 - members evaluated and ranked each remaining technical merits. Following this, the financial proposals were opened and evaluated, and corresponding scores were added to the technical scores. As contemplated in the RFP, the committee then short-listed to the top two (2) proponents that had the highest overall scores. Both top two (2) proponents were provided with additional follow-up questions and asked to provide their Best and Final Offer (BAFO). Once the offers were received, they were incorporated into the evaluation scores to make a recommendation to Common Council. proposal was ranked the highest based on an overall rating of the evaluation criteria as well as offering the strongest rebate structure to the City. Supply Chain Management support the recommendations being put forth. ATTACHMENTS NA COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No. 2021-229 Report Date August 04, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Strategic Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: 2021 Spring Debenture Terms AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Craig Lavigne Kevin Fudge John Collin RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Common Council receive and file this report. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 8,2021 the New Brunswick Municipal Finance Corporation negotiated the sale of a serial bond issue in the amount of $56,000,000 of which $17,330,000 related to the City of Saint John. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION M&C 2021- 073 -RESOLVED that occasion having arisen in the public interest for the following Public Civic Works and needed Civic Improvements that the City of Saint John proposes issue of the following debentures to be dated on or th after March 11, 2021: REFINANCE DEBENTURES - 2011 $ 10,330,000 (General Fund -5 years) (General Fund $3,000,000 - -2011 $7,000,000 (Water & Sewerage 10 years) THEREFORE RESOLVED that debentures be issued under provisions of the Acts of Assembly 52, Victoria, Chapter 27, Section 29 and amendments thereto, to the amount of $ 17,330,000 - 2 - REPORT The terms of the issue as they relate to Saint John are as follows: Term: 5 year serial form (General) $ 7,330,000 10 year serial form (General) $ 3,000,000 10 year serial form (Water) $ 7,000,000 Coupon Rate: Year 1 - 0.30% Year 6 - 1.55% Year 2 - 0.50% Year 7 - 1.75% Year 3 - 0.80% Year 8 - 1.95% Year 4 - 1.05% Year 9 - 2.15% Year 5 - 1.35% Year 10 - 2.30% Price: $ 99.38 (Principal: $7,330,000) Average Interest Rate: 0.80% - 5 Years Price: $ 99.18 (Principal: $10,000,000) Average Interest Rate: 1.94% - 10 Years Settlement Date: June 17, 2021 The interest rates and the discount factor were within the limits approved by Common Council at its meeting held on March 22, 2021. As such, the Mayor and Common Clerk have signed the debentures between the City and the New Brunswick Municipal Finance Corporation for $17,330,000 at the terms listed above on June 3, 2021. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT N/A SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The City will see savings in interest costs over the term of the debentures compared to the original debentures, where existing interest rates were 4.25% for the May 2021 interest payment. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS N/A ATTACHMENTS N/A COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No. 2021-233 Report Date August 11, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Strategic Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: 2021 Fall Debenture Notice of Motion AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Craig Lavigne Kevin Fudge John Collin RECOMMENDATION Her Worship the Mayor gave the following Notice of Motion. Notice that I will, at a meeting of Common Council held after the expiration of thirty days from this day, move or cause to be moved, the following resolution: Namely, RESOLVED that occasion having arisen in the public interest for the following Public Civic Works and needed Civic Improvements, that is to say: THEREFORE RESOLVED that debentures be issued under provisions of the Acts of Assembly 52, Victoria, Chapter 27, Section 29 and amendments thereto, to the amount of $ 11,000,000. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The attached Notice of Motion has been prepared as a first step in requiring refinancing of debentures issued in December 2011 and borrowing for capital projects previously approved by Common Council. Of the $11,000,000 proposed issue of debentures, $6,000,000 is planned debt to fund approved $5,000,000 is refinancing of previous issued debt that is expected to yield a lower interest rate. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION N/A REPORT - 2 - The attached Notice of Motion has been prepared as a first step in refinancing of debentures issued in December 2011 and borrowing for capital projects previously approved by Common Council. The purpose of the issue is summarized on the attached schedule. The Notice of Motion places the City in a position to take action after the expiry of 30 days at such time as bond market conditions and opportunities permit. At this stage, it is not necessary to set limits with respect to the coupon rate or the terms for which bonds are to be issued. These will be established at a later date and will be related to the market conditions at that time. Purpose of Issue The City of Saint John Proposed issue of Debentures nd To Be Dated On or after September 22, 2021 GENERAL FUND General Government $2,000,000 Protective Services $500,000 Transportation $500,000 Recreation and Culture $3,000,000 TOTAL $ 6,000,000 REFINANCE DEBENTURES Debenture No. BF 10- 2011- $1,500,000 (General Fund 5 years) Debenture No. BE 11 -2011- $3,500,000 (Water & Sewerage 10 years) TOTAL $ 5,000,000 GRAND TOTAL $11,000,000 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT N/A SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES N/A INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS - 3 - N/A ATTACHMENTS N/A /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No. 2021-230 Report Date August 04, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Utilities and Infrastructure Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Contract No. 2021-19 Crack Sealing 2021 AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Rod Mahaney Brent McGovern/Michael John Collin Hugenholtz/Michael Baker RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Contract No. 2021-19: Crack Sealing 2021 be awarded to the low Tenderer, Road Savers Maritime Limited, at the tendered price of $78,200.00 (including HST) as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council award Contract 2021-19: Crack Sealing 2021 to the low Tenderer. PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS August 31, 2020: M&C 2020-218 2021 General Fund Operating Program approved. REPORT BACKGROUND The 2021 General Fund Operating Budget for Public Works and Transportation Services includes a provision for the Crack Sealing of several streets in the City. Crack Sealing is an annual preventative maintenance activity applied to asphalt surfaces to preserve and extend their service life. The work consists generally of cleaning the asphalt pavement cracks by high velocity blowers and immediately filling the cracks with a hot rubberized joint sealing compound which adheres and seals cracks in the asphalt pavements. A sprinkle of cement or agricultural lime is - 2 - then applied to prevent tracking of the sealant by vehicular traffic until the sealant cures. TENDER RESULTS Tenders closed on July 27, 2021, with the following results, including HST: 1. Road Savers Maritime Ltd., Chester, NS $78,200 2. AVL Construction Group Inc., Drummond, NB $147,200 95,450 including HST. ANALYSIS The tenders were reviewed by staff and were found to be formal in all respects. Staff is of the opinion that the low tenderer has the necessary resources and expertise to perform the work and recommend acceptance of their tender. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The Contract includes work that is charged against the General Fund Operating Budget. Assuming award of the Contract to the low tenderer, an analysis has been completed which includes the estimated amount of work that will be performed by the Contractor and Others. The analysis is as follows: Operating Budget $ 100,000 Project net cost $ 70,900 Variance (Surplus) $ 29,100 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT specifically as it relates to investing in sustainable City services and municipal infrastructure. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES Asphalt pavements are essential infrastructure which directly impacts the quality of life in our community. Roadway and active transportation infrastructure are important to the economic health of the community and citizens expect these assets to be maintained to an acceptable standard. Proper and timely maintenance of all roadway and active transportation assets will ensure public safety, extend the service life of the asset, and achieve best value for the - 3 - investment. This project will be completed within the original approved financial budget. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS Supply Chain Management supports the recommendation being put forth. ATTACHMENTS N/A /haahb /hb/L\[w9thw M&C No. 2021-234 Report Date August 18, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Utilities and Infrastructure Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: /ƚƓƷƩğĭƷ ЋЉЋЊΏЋЉʹ źƭğƩƷ {ƷƩĻĻƷ /ƚƒĬźƓĻķ {ĻǞĻƩ 9ƒĻƩŭĻƓĭǤ wĻƦğźƩ AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Gerry Mattsson J. Brent McGovern / John Collin Michael Baker RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Contract 2021-20: Visart Street Combined Sewer Emergency Repair be awarded to the low tenderer, Fairville Construction Ltd., at the tendered price of $187,852.50 (including HST) as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council award Contract 2021-20: Visart Street Combined Sewer Emergency Repair to the low Tenderer. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION July 26, 2021: M&C 2021-221 Utility and General Fund 2021 Capital Programs Revision III approved. REPORT BACKGROUND The approved 2021 Water and Sewerage Utility Fund and General Fund Capital Programs include funding for the design and construction of new storm sewer piping and manholes as well as replacing existing failed combined sewer piping and manholes. - 2 - TENDER RESULTS Tenders closed on August 10, 2021 with the following results, including HST: 1. Galbraith Construction Ltd., Saint John, NB $228,843.68 2. Fairville Construction Ltd., Saint John, NB $187,852.50 176,861.95 including HST. ANALYSIS The tenders were reviewed by staff and all were found to be formal in all respects except for one (TerraEX Inc., Saint John, NB) which was not evaluated. That tender did not comply with Section 2.4.01 - Tender Documents to be Obtained in Prescribed Manner which states; Tender Documents shall be obtained from the City of Saint John, 175 st Rothesay Avenue, 1 Floor, Saint John, New Brunswick. In order to obtain the Tender Documents the following requirements must be met: a) deposit a non-refundable payment for each set of Tender Documents in an amount specified in the tender advertisement; and b) the Tenderer must as follows: (i) registration of the full legal name, contact person, telephone number and email address of the Tenderer obtaining the Tender Documents; or, if applicable, (ii) the registration of the full legal name, contact person, telephone number and email address of the Tenderer on whose behalf the Tender Documents are being obtained. The names of the Tenderers having complied with the above criteria will be consolidated onto t official bidders list. Only Tenderers listed on the shall be entitled to submit a Tender. Any Tender received from a Tenderer who has not obtained the Tender Documents from the City of Saint John and is not registere the manner set out above will not be evaluated. As a result, list of bidders for this project which is located as per the above and its submission was not evaluated. Staff is of the opinion that the low tenderer has the necessary resources and expertise to perform the work and recommend acceptance of their tender. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The Contract includes work that is charged against the 2021 Water and Sewerage Utility Fund and General Fund Capital Programs. Assuming award of the Contract - 3 - to the low tenderer, an analysis has been completed which includes the estimated amount of work that will be performed by the Contractor and Others. The analysis is as follows: Budget $ 420,000.00 Project net cost $ 240,353.96 Variance (surplus) $ 179,646.04 POLICY TENDERING OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS The recommendation in this report is made in accordance with the provisions of Specifications, and the specific project specifications. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT rity for Valued Service Delivery, specifically as it relates to investing in sustainable City services and municipal infrastructure. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The repair of the combined sewer between Centennial School and Visart Street will allow the collection of storm & sanitary flows to continue from Constance Street and Centennial School. The installation of a short section of storm sewer will allow storm water from a culvert inlet to be removed from the combined sewer. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS The engagement process and recommendation has been reviewed with Supply Chain Management and General Counsel. ATTACHMENTS N/A COUNCIL REPORT M&C No. 2021-237 Report Date August 18, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Utilities and Infrastructure Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Canada Community Revitalization Fund & Funding Support Requests AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager J. Brent McGovern J. Brent McGovern John Collin RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that this report be received and filed. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to inform Council of applications recently made to the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) and to also address the matter of funding support requests from non-profit organizations priorities are keep at the forefront and that support of a community initiative is appropriately prioritized. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION N/A STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT The project applications align with Capital Budget Policy, Asset Management Policy, Central Peninsula Neighborhood Plan, Play SJ, Plan SJ and the Master Park Plan with a focus on asset management and leveraging every City share dollar. REPORT Background - Funding Opportunity The Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) was officially launched by the Federal Government in early summer 2021 with applicants being encouraged to submit applications by 4pm on July 23, 2021, just weeks later. The CCRF aims to help communities across Canada build and improve community infrastructure projects so they can rebound from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The objective of CCRF is to support communities across Canada invest in infrastructure - 2 - that will assist with community vitality, support social and economic cohesion, and help reanimate communities. Municipal governments were listed as one of the eligible applicants and the CCRF guideline document stated it would generally support two types of projects: 1. Adapting and reimagining/re-envisioning community spaces and maintaining accessibility standards so that they may safely be used by communities in accordance with social distancing and local public health guidelines to help revitalize areas and support future planning efforts. 2. Building or improving community infrastructure through the expansion, improvement or creation of community spaces to encourage Canadians to re-engage in and explore their communities and regions. Priority would be primarily given to projects that link to one of the following: - Downtown cores and main streets - Outdoor spaces - Green projects - Accessibility As Members of Council will recall, in late July 2021 a report flowed from the Chair of the Finance Committee to Council titled 2022 Gas Tax Funds Quality of Life Investments to provide Council with an overview of the Quality-of-Life Investments being proposed as part of the one-time doubling of the Federal Government Gas Tax Fund (GTF). These projects were highlighted for the consideration of the Finance Committee and Council, and they are proposed to form part of the 2022 General Fund Capital Budget. Staff reviewed the list of projects identified in the Quality-of-Life proposed projects and identified the projects that best fit all the detailed criteria of the applicants guide and staff completed the submission of three projects before the tight deadline of July 23, 2021. Applications submitted The three projects that best fit the criteria that were submitted as part of the application process were: Dominion Park, Loyalist Plaza, and Market Place West. These projects also align with existing recreation plans and intentions to include more investment in recreation, neighbourhoods, accessibility and leveraging funding through other sources. Market Place Extension In accordance with the Market Place West Master Plan from 2010, the next Phase in the Plan is to rehabilitate the existing assets in this district park. This investment is part of the most current Master Park Plan and aligns with Play SJ. - 3 - Loyalist Plaza As part of the Fundy Quay development underway, Loyalist Plaza will see a complete makeover. Public consultation has been undertaken for this project bringing forward ideas like installation of an outdoor ice pad as an example which also aligned very well with the CCRF criteria as an outdoor ice pad was an example of one of the projects that would be considered for funding. A project recommendation will be made as part of the 2022 General Fund Capital Program. This aligns with the Central Neighbourhood Peninsula Plan. Dominion Park Designated as a district park in Play SJ, this project would involve supporting the Dominion Park rehabilitation and would also help support the implementation of the Funding Support Requests Annually the City gets approached by various non-profit organizations seeking letters of support from the City to bring about community change and progress through various initiatives. While this is encouraged, the City needs to keep at the forefront its priorities as approved by Council and as aligned with the apital budget program and the various municipal plans and policies. For example, the City recently received a letter of support request from an association applying for funding under a provincial grant program, however, the City was in the process of completing applications for various projects under the same funding program. The City also worked with RDC through the Fundy Quay project to identify $825,000 in funding support from RDC for City priorities to offset Fundy Quay related contributions and while approximately 62% of that funding was committed last year, there remains approximately 38% that will be recommended as part of the upcoming 2022 General Fund Capital Program, and it is important that this City funding not be eroded through non-profit funding requests. aligns with the priorities as identified in the capital budget program. Applications put forth by the City of Saint John to a foremost priorities. While there is interest in supporting community initiatives, the City should do so if it does not compete with or jeopardize priorities. For example, community groups and private interests may be eligible to apply for funding through various funding programs as noted above, and in some cases, the City may have also submitted an application to the program and therefore any letters of support to the funding agency need to be clear that the third-party budget program and support is only being provided if; the application for funding, rity and the application relates to a project on non-municipal lands. The attached is an - 4 - forward basis. Council may still express their support for a project when a group presents and a letter of support can still , understanding however that the project may impact other projects within official project list. X SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES CCRF financial assistance if the City is successful with any of its three applications would come in the form of non-repayable contributions up to 75% and any eligible projects and costs under the CCRF are effective from April 19, 2021, to March 31, 2023. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS The Finance Department has as part of its plans another policy that it will be bringing to the Finance Committee in the future, it is a Grant Policy that will provide guidance. ATTACHMENTS Draft Funding Agency Template Letter x name of funding organization RE: Funding Application To whom it may concern, Each fiscal year, via resolution, Saint John Common Council adopts a prioritized capital budget plan, in alignment with its priorities and various municipal plans and policies. The dictates that City can only apply for funding that aligns with the priorities as identified in the capital budget program. Applications submitted by the City of Saint John to name of funding program are aligned with It is also recognized that community groups and private interests may be eligible to apply for funding through various funding programs. In some cases, the City may also have submitted an application to the same program. While organization name application will certainly offer benefit to the community, as a third-party application it is not part of the City Council approved capital budget program. However, if organization name application does not conflict with and if Council endorsed projects are given priority and the application relates to a project on non-municipal lands, the City would encourage the funding being considered for support. Again, thank you in advance for your efforts to consider much needed government investment for this important initiative. Projects like this will benefit our residents and businesses in our city, our region and our province. Yours Truly, LğƓ CƚŭğƓ Director of Strategic Affairs / Directeur des Affaires Strategiques Strategic Services / Services Strategiques City of Saint John / La Ville de Saint John August 23, 2021 Common Council Presentation 695 Somerset Street Growth & Community Services Proposal And Outdoor Storage Area Construct new office/maintenance building 2 Proposal 3 Proposal Rezone CG To Special Zone 4 Amend Plan: Local Centre to Stable Commercial 4 \[caption\] Site & Neighbourhood 5 Ave Millidge to – Site & Neighbourhood 6 Property Adjacent 695 Somerset Street 695 Somerset Street Site & Neighbourhood 7 to Churchill Blvd – Site & Neighbourhood 8 Property Adjacent 695 Somerset Street Concrete Plant Site & Neighbourhood 9 Operations Depot Site & Neighbourhood 10 Self Storage and Redemption Centre Site & Neighbourhood 11 Grocery Store Site & Neighbourhood 12 Liquor Store Site & Neighbourhood 13 Site & Neighbourhood Office, Equipment and Material Storage Yard 14 Local Centre Exceptions 15 Local Centre Municipal Plan 16 36 - scale commercial uses... - Policy LU Local Centre Municipal Plan uses that support the development of a high …The Local Centre designation is intended to quality streetscape and transit corridor, with an emphasis on community encourage the development of a mix of urban land 17 4 - Policy LU Local Centre PlanSJ designated - Municipal Plan Consistency with Lack of supply of land already designatedEnhances community and quality of lifeEfficiency of servicesImpact on adjacent landsEnvironmental Impact Appropriately re 18 \[caption\] Zoning 19 70 - Policy LU Rezoning Does not detract from directing majority of new Desirable and contributes positively to Compatibility with surrounding usesProvision of all necessary servicesSite design featuresUrban Design commercial development to key areasneighbourhood 20 email in 1 website. received from the public. Engagement public notice posted on the City’s PAC recommended approval of the plan amendment/rezoning. letters sent to all property owners within , support July 27, July 20, July 6 100 metres of the subject property. On On 21 On 4), - PAC Recommendation designate Schedules A and B from - ReLocal Centre to Stable Area/Commercial,Rezone from General Commercial (CG) to Special Zone No. 4 (SZSection 59 to limit uses (prohibit all vehicle body repair and sales uses)Building elevation/site plans should conform to rezoning plans re: screening and buffering 22 1.2.3.4. 4), - Staff Recommendation designate Schedules A and B from - ReLocal Centre to Stable Area/Commercial,Rezone from General Commercial (CG) to Special Zone No. 4 (SZSection 59 to limit uses (prohibit all vehicle body repair and sales uses)Building elevation/site plans should conform to rezoning plans re: screening and buffering 23 1.2.3.4. 24 Date: July 16, 2021 To: Planning Advisory Committee From: Growth & Community Services Meeting: July 20, 2021 SUBJECT Applicant: Comeau Mackenzie Architecture Landowner: All-Coverage Insurance Ltd. Location: Land Adjacent to 695 Somerset Street PIDs: 55147557 and 00415497 Plan Designation: Local Centre Proposed Designation: Stable Commercial Existing Zoning: General Commercial (CG) Proposed Zoning: Special Zone No. 4 (SZ-4) Application Type: Plan Amendment and Rezoning Jurisdiction: The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to the Zoning By-law. Common Council will consider the Committee recommendation at a public hearing on Monday, August 23, 2021. Page 1of 7 Comeau Mackenzie Architecture695 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Comeau Mackenzie Architecture, on behalf of Seale Excavation, is proposing to amend the Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law to allow construction of a new office/maintenance building and outdoor storage area adjacent to 695 Somerset Street. The existing outdoor storage area is currently leased by Seale Excavation for the storage of heavy equipment; however, it is not permitted under the General Commercial Zone. RECOMMENDATION 1. That Common Council redesignate, on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, parcels of land having an area of approximately 3,445 square metres, located adjacent 695 Somerset Street, also identified as PID Numbers 00415497 and 55147557, from Local Centre to Stable Area. 2. That Common Council redesignate, on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, parcels of land having an area of approximately 3,445 square metres, located adjacent 695 Somerset Street, also identified as PID Numbers 00415497 and 55147557, from Local Centre to Stable Commercial. 4. That Common Council rezone parcels of land having an area of approximately 3,445 square metres, located adjacent 695 Somerset Street, also identified as PID Numbers 00415497 and 55147557, from General Commercial (CG) to Special Zone No. 4(SZ-4). 5. That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on parcels of land having an area of approximately 3,445 square metres, located adjacent 695 Somerset Street, also identified as PID Numbers 00415497 and 55147557: (a) The following uses identified in Special Zone No. 4 (SZ-4) Subsection 14.9(1) Permitted Uses shall not be permitted: Car Wash Equipment Sales and Rental, Light Recreational Vehicle Sales & Service, Small Recreational Vehicle Sales & Service, Large Redemption Centre Sales Centre, Model Home Vehicle Body and Paint Shop Vehicle Rental Vehicle Sales and Leasing; (b) The development and use of the parcel of land be in accordance with detailed building elevation and site plans, prepared by the proponent and subject to the approval of the Development Officer, illustrating the design and location of Page 2of 7 Comeau Mackenzie Architecture695 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 buildings and structures, outdoor storage, driveway accesses, vehicle parking, landscaping, signs, exterior lighting, and other such site features; (c) Notwithstanding subparagraph 14.9(2)(iii) and (iv) of the City of Saint John Zoning By-law, the building elevation and site plans shall demonstrate a high level of landscaping and visual screening of the outdoor storage area consisting of the following: i. The outdoor storage area shall be completely enclosed by a minimum 2.5 metre chain-link fence covered by filler strips as per Part 5.5 of the Zoning By-law; and, ii. The front yard of the storage area is to be landscaped with vegetation having a minimum depth of 1.5 metres and minimum height at the time of planting of 2.5 metres as per Paragraph 6.1(k)(i) and (ii) of the Zoning By-law; and, (d) The above elevation and site plans be attached to the permit application for the development of the parcel of land. DECISION HISTORY - Industrial district. On December 15, 2014 Common Council adopted ZoneSJ, Zoning By-law. With the adoption of ZoneSJ, the property was rezoned from Light Industrial to General Commercial. Prior to ZoneSJ, Somerset Street west of Churchill Boulevard was predominantly zoned Industrial. These lands were together rezoned to General Commercial to bring them in a ANALYSIS Proposal The proposal is to construct a new office and equipment maintenance building with outdoor storage as a secondary use. The building will allow storage and maintenance of heavy equipment as well as an administrative function for the business. The site plan and elevation plan demonstrate landscaping and screening improvements to the site. There is to be an increased front yard setback of 7.5 metres to bring the building and outdoor storage area in line with the existing business office at 695 Somerset Street. A new 2.5 metre chain-link fence with filler strips is to enclose the outdoor storage, with further screening provided by vegetation. To enable the proposal, the applicant has requested an amendment to the Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law to re-designate the property from Local Centre to Stable Commercial and rezone the property from General Commercial (CG) to Special Zone No. 4 (SZ-4). Page 3of 7 Comeau Mackenzie Architecture695 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 Site and Neighbourhood The subject property consists of two parcels of land, which combined are approximately 3,445 square metres in area. The property is located adjacent 695 Somerset Street, between Millidgeville and the North End. The property currently serves as an outdoor storage area for heavy equipment that is being leased to Seale Excavation. The property is situated on the westernmost edge of the Somerset Street corridor, with vacant lands separating the subject property from the more residential area and Technology Drive to the southwest. The developed portion of Somerset Street located between Churchill Boulevard and Lime Kiln Road is comprised of commercial, retail and one-storey light industrial uses. Neighbours within 100 metres of the subject property along Somerset Street include a concrete plant, business office, operations depots, a grocery store, and self storage facility, in addition to a large business office and vacant lands located off Technology Drive to the south. Beyond this area, further east along Somerset Street, additional uses include business offices, restaurant/catering service, and a service station. Most lands on the north side of Somerset Street were previously light industrial-zoned lands. These properties were granted exceptions with the adoption of ZoneSJ in 2014. These uses include the following: Heavy Equipment Contractor with Repair Shop Services, General Warehouse, Equipment and Material Storage Yard, Landscaping Services Operations, Outdoor Storage, Construction and Demolition Site, Quarry and Rock Crushing, and Concrete Plant. Although the properties are currently zoned General Commercial, Schedule E: Exceptions permits these specific uses to continue, which give much of the area a light industrial character. Municipal Plan and Rezoning Municipal Plan, identifies the property as a Local Centre on Schedule A: The City Structure Map. This map categorizes land in the City based on the degree of change and intensity of development. The Plan notes that the Local Center on Somerset Street between Churchill Boulevard and Technology Drive provide a range of the most frequently needed Schedule A also identifies Somerset Street as a Primary Corridor. Primary Corridors are roved transit, active transportation, investments in streetscaping, public realm , thus supporting high levels of transit use. The Somerset Street Corridor connects Millidgeville to the North End and the Central Peninsula. PlanSJ designates the property as Local Centre on Schedule B: Future Land Use. The overarching goal of the Local Centre is to transition the area to more urban and neighbourhood- based land uses over time, as per Policy LU-36, by encouraging a mix of commercial, residential, institutional, and community uses that support a high-quality streetscape and transit corridor. Page 4of 7 Comeau Mackenzie Architecture695 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 The creation of the Somerset Street Local Centre came into effect with the adoption of PlanSJ -law, adopted a new zoning framework for the area, rezoning much of the area from light industrial to General Commercial (CG) in accordance r the area. Most of the lands north of Somerset Street were granted exceptions to permit existing uses such as warehousing, heavy equipment storage, and the large concrete plant to continue. A site visit to Somerset Street indicated that much of the southern portion of Somerset Street near the subject property is occupied by uses such as self storage, a redemption centre, and business offices. Progress towards community-scale commercial uses and medium to high density residential development identified by Policy LU-36 has been modest in this area, the most recent additions to Somerset Street being a liquor store and a general retail outlet. Outside the Local Centre, along Churchill Boulevard, there has been more recent construction of multi-residential and institutional uses. Somerset Street is an arterial street whose function is the movement of large volumes of all types of vehicular traffic. It also serves as an important transit corridor and active transportation Regional Hospital Primary Centre. Transit and active transportation can play important roles in helping to foster more pedestrian and less vehicle-oriented uses and complementing new residential development. Within the area of the subject property, much of the character is defined by the concrete plant, which will curtail the extent in which the vision of the Local Centre near the subject property can be fully realized over the life of the Plan. The Plan Amendment for this site, however, should not compromise the overall goals of the Somerset Street Local Centre to attract more community- oriented uses. The proposal triggers a re-designation of the property to Stable Commercial, as the land use is not in line with the future land use goals of the Local Centre identified by Policy LU-36. Policy LU-4 provides specific criteria to guide changes to designation of lands on the Future Land Use Map: a) Consistency with PlanSJ: With its location on the fringe of the Local Centre, the proposal does not greatly detract from the overall goals of the Local Centre and the Municipal Plan in general for this area. b) Lack of supply of land already designated: The applicant would like to remain within the Millidgeville area for reasons of efficiency and proximity. There are no appropriate lands already designated for Outdoor Storage within the area. Outdoor storage is permitted as an accessory use primarily along many of the Corridor Commercial areas of the City such as Rothesay Avenue and Fairville Boulevard as well as the Industrially- zoned areas of the City. Page 5of 7 Comeau Mackenzie Architecture695 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 c) Enhances Community and Quality of Life: The proposal includes enhancements to the Somerset streetscape that would replace the transparent barbwire chain-link fence with the highest community standard for screening of outdoor storage. d) Efficiency of services: The property can be adequately serviced. e) Impact on Adjacent lands: The re-designation will not negatively impact the use and enjoyment of adjacent lands and neighbourhoods. The nearest residential area to the south is separated and buffered by a forested slope. f) Appropriately Re-designated: The Stable Commercial Designation provides for a range of commercial uses, with potential for greater mixed-use development into the future. The re-designation is appropriate for the Somerset Street corridor. g) Environmental Impact: There are no wetlands located on the property or environmental issues to address or mitigate. Rezoning The property is currently zoned General Commercial (CG). The proposal can be enabled through a rezoning to Special Zone No. 4, which permits a range of commercial uses, including outdoor storage as an accessory use. Policy LU-70 provides the criteria for evaluating new development in areas designated Stable Commercial (Attachment 2). Special Zone No. 4 closely corresponds with the Corridor Commercial (CC) Zone. The proposal appears capable of meeting or exceeding all zone standards of this zone and no variances are anticipated. Staff propose several conditions be imposed with the rezoning. These conditions are intended to prohibit vehicle sales and vehicle repair uses and create better alignment with the character of Somerset Street should the property be subject to a future change in use. The proposed elevation and site plans demonstrate several site improvements. The Municipal Plan identifies Somerset Street as a Primary Corridor and staff recommend setting a high standard of screening and landscaping requirements to ensure the building elevation plans are implemented. Subsection 14.9(2) requires outdoor storage yards to be enclosed by fencing and when 15 metres from a Residential property, further screening is required with landscaping. The these requirements by combining both fencing and landscaping and staff suggest that this higher standard be maintained given the prope proximity to a Local Centre. Conclusion The proposal will improve the current streetscape in terms of landscaping and screening of the and compatibility with many of the surrounding uses in the neighbourhood, the proposal can be supported. The property has remained vacant for over a decade until recently leased as an outdoor storage area. The proposal would improve the current situation along this area of Page 6of 7 Comeau Mackenzie Architecture695 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 Somerset Street by enhancements to the streetscape, without necessarily compromising the longer-term goals of the Local Centre to the southeast. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS None recommended. ENGAGEMENT Public In accordof Procedure, notification of the proposal was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject property on July 6, 2021. The rezoning was posted on the City of Saint John website on July 19, 2021. APPROVALS AND CONTACT Author Manager/Senior Planner Commissioner Andrew Reid, MCIP, RPP Jennifer Kirchner, MCIP, RPP Jacqueline Hamilton, MCIP, RPP Contact: Andrew Reid Telephone: (506) 658-4447 Email: Andy.Reid@saintjohn.ca Application: 21-0035 APPENDIX Map 1: Site Location Map 2: Future Land Use Map 3: Zoning Map 4: Schedule E Exceptions Somerset Street Attachment 1: Site Photography Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy Review Submission 1: Site Plan Submission 2: Elevation Plan Page 7of 7 July 16, 2021 Office Depot – Outdoor Storage area towards Churchill BoulevardSomerset Street (South) e storag outdoor Concrete Plant adjacent - and Street Site Photography 685 Somerset Street – 695 SomersetSomerset Street (North) Attachment 1 Attachment 2 –Plan Review685 Somerset Street July 16, 2021 Municipal Plan PolicyStaff Comment Policy LU-4 a.With its location on the fringe of the Local Centre, the proposal does not greatly Council shall not consider changing the detract from the overall goals of the Local designation of lands on the Future Land Use map (Schedule B) through a Municipal Plan Centre and the Municipal Plan in general amendment, unless the proposal: for this area. b. The applicant would like to remain within a. Is consistent with the general intent of the Municipal Plan and further advances the the Millidgeville area for reasons of City Structure; efficiency and proximity. There are no b. Is necessary by virtue of a lack of supply appropriate lands already designated for of quality land already designated in the Outdoor Storage within the area. Outdoor Municipal Plan to accommodate the storage is permitted as an accessory use development; primarily along many of the Corridor c. Enhances the community and the quality Commercial areas of the City such as of life offered to residents of the City; Rothesay Avenue and Fairville Boulevard d. Efficiently uses available infrastructure; as well as the Industrially-zoned areas of e. Does not negatively impact the use and the City. enjoyment of adjacent lands and c. The proposal includes enhancements to neighbourhoods; the Somerset Streetscape that would f. Is an appropriate use within the land use replace the transparent barbwire chain- designation being sought for the property, link fence with the highest community and the proposal is consistent with the standard for screening of outdoor storage. specific policies regulating development in d. The property can be adequately serviced. the designation; and, e. The re-designation will not negatively g. Adequately addresses and mitigates any significant environmental impacts. impact the use and enjoyment of adjacent lands and neighbourhoods. The nearest residential area to the south is separated and buffered by a forested slope. f. The Stable Commercial Designation provides for a range of commercial uses, with potential for greater mixed-use development into the future. The re- designation is appropriate for the Somerset Street corridor. g. There are no wetlands located on the property or environmental issues to address or mitigate. Policy LU-36 As the proposal does not meet the goal of the Council shall create the Local Centre land Local Centre for a mix of urban land uses, the use designation on the Future Land Use map (Schedule B) for the lands adjacent to application proposes to change the Somerset Street between Churchill designation to “Stable Commercial.” Boulevard/Samuel Davis Drive and Millidge Avenue. The Local Centre designation is intended to encourage the development of a mix of urban land uses that support the development of a high quality streetscape and transit corridor, with an emphasis on Comeau Mackenzie Architecture685 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 community-scale commercial uses. Council will also encourage the development of complementary medium and high density residential development and institutional and community facilities. Policy LU-70 a.The commercial component of the proposal is minimal. Customers and Council shall ensure that significant new suppliers would be visiting the site for development and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Commercial is permitted delivery of parts, dropping off project only when subject to a rezoning process, drawings, and paying invoices. These where compliance is demonstrated with the activities are suited for the aims of the following criteria: Stable Commercia/Local Centre a. The proposal does not detract from the designations. City’s intention to direct the majority of new b. The proposed land use, while not meeting commercial development to the Primary the broader intent of the Local Centre, Centres, Regional Retail Centres, Business should not greatly detract from these Centres, Commercial Corridors, Local mixed-use goals being realized closer to Centres, and Mixed Use Centres; its core, or compromise the area as a b. The proposed land use is desirable and whole. contributes positively to the neighbourhood; c. The proposed land use makes use of a c. The proposal is compatible with site that remained vacant for a decade. surrounding land uses; Given the existing context of nearby uses d. The development proposal is in a location such as the concrete plant, the proposal where all necessary water and wastewater services, protective services, and is not inappropriate. appropriate transportation infrastructure d. The property can be adequately serviced including public transit is provided; by water and wastewater and other e. Site design features that address such services. No increase in traffic related to matters as safe access, buffering and construction equipment is anticipated. landscaping, site grading and stormwater The applicant intends some level of management are incorporated; and decrease, with on-site servicing available. f. A high quality exterior building design is The City’s Traffic Engineer identified no provided that is consistent with the Urban traffic impact work associated with the Design Principles in the Municipal Plan. proposal. e. The rezoning would require enhanced levels of landscaping and buffering to screen the outdoor storage area. f. Submission 2 presents a building elevation design consistent with general urban design principles in the Plan. Page 2 of 2 PRELIMINARY -FOR DISCUSSION July 16, 2021 Office Depot – Outdoor Storage area towards Churchill BoulevardSomerset Street (South) e storag outdoor Concrete Plant adjacent - and Street Site Photography 685 Somerset Street – 695 SomersetSomerset Street (North) Attachment 1 Attachment 2 –Plan Review685 Somerset Street July 16, 2021 Municipal Plan PolicyStaff Comment Policy LU-4 a.With its location on the fringe of the Local Centre, the proposal does not greatly Council shall not consider changing the detract from the overall goals of the Local designation of lands on the Future Land Use map (Schedule B) through a Municipal Plan Centre and the Municipal Plan in general amendment, unless the proposal: for this area. b. The applicant would like to remain within a. Is consistent with the general intent of the Municipal Plan and further advances the the Millidgeville area for reasons of City Structure; efficiency and proximity. There are no b. Is necessary by virtue of a lack of supply appropriate lands already designated for of quality land already designated in the Outdoor Storage within the area. Outdoor Municipal Plan to accommodate the storage is permitted as an accessory use development; primarily along many of the Corridor c. Enhances the community and the quality Commercial areas of the City such as of life offered to residents of the City; Rothesay Avenue and Fairville Boulevard d. Efficiently uses available infrastructure; as well as the Industrially-zoned areas of e. Does not negatively impact the use and the City. enjoyment of adjacent lands and c. The proposal includes enhancements to neighbourhoods; the Somerset Streetscape that would f. Is an appropriate use within the land use replace the transparent barbwire chain- designation being sought for the property, link fence with the highest community and the proposal is consistent with the standard for screening of outdoor storage. specific policies regulating development in d. The property can be adequately serviced. the designation; and, e. The re-designation will not negatively g. Adequately addresses and mitigates any significant environmental impacts. impact the use and enjoyment of adjacent lands and neighbourhoods. The nearest residential area to the south is separated and buffered by a forested slope. f. The Stable Commercial Designation provides for a range of commercial uses, with potential for greater mixed-use development into the future. The re- designation is appropriate for the Somerset Street corridor. g. There are no wetlands located on the property or environmental issues to address or mitigate. Policy LU-36 As the proposal does not meet the goal of the Council shall create the Local Centre land Local Centre for a mix of urban land uses, the use designation on the Future Land Use map (Schedule B) for the lands adjacent to application proposes to change the Somerset Street between Churchill designation to “Stable Commercial.” Boulevard/Samuel Davis Drive and Millidge Avenue. The Local Centre designation is intended to encourage the development of a mix of urban land uses that support the development of a high quality streetscape and transit corridor, with an emphasis on Comeau Mackenzie Architecture685 Somerset StreetJuly 16, 2021 community-scale commercial uses. Council will also encourage the development of complementary medium and high density residential development and institutional and community facilities. Policy LU-70 a.The commercial component of the proposal is minimal. Customers and Council shall ensure that significant new suppliers would be visiting the site for development and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Commercial is permitted delivery of parts, dropping off project only when subject to a rezoning process, drawings, and paying invoices. These where compliance is demonstrated with the activities are suited for the aims of the following criteria: Stable Commercia/Local Centre a. The proposal does not detract from the designations. City’s intention to direct the majority of new b. The proposed land use, while not meeting commercial development to the Primary the broader intent of the Local Centre, Centres, Regional Retail Centres, Business should not greatly detract from these Centres, Commercial Corridors, Local mixed-use goals being realized closer to Centres, and Mixed Use Centres; its core, or compromise the area as a b. The proposed land use is desirable and whole. contributes positively to the neighbourhood; c. The proposed land use makes use of a c. The proposal is compatible with site that remained vacant for a decade. surrounding land uses; Given the existing context of nearby uses d. The development proposal is in a location such as the concrete plant, the proposal where all necessary water and wastewater services, protective services, and is not inappropriate. appropriate transportation infrastructure d. The property can be adequately serviced including public transit is provided; by water and wastewater and other e. Site design features that address such services. No increase in traffic related to matters as safe access, buffering and construction equipment is anticipated. landscaping, site grading and stormwater The applicant intends some level of management are incorporated; and decrease, with on-site servicing available. f. A high quality exterior building design is The City’s Traffic Engineer identified no provided that is consistent with the Urban traffic impact work associated with the Design Principles in the Municipal Plan. proposal. e. The rezoning would require enhanced levels of landscaping and buffering to screen the outdoor storage area. f. Submission 2 presents a building elevation design consistent with general urban design principles in the Plan. Page 2 of 2 PRELIMINARY -FOR DISCUSSION Reid, Andy (Planning) Subject:RE: 695 Somerset Street Rezoning - IN FAVOUR PlanningAdvisoryCommittee, Thisletteristoinformyouthatas695Somersetsclosestneighbourandcurrentownerofthepropertyweareinfavour. IhaveknownLeeSealefor25years,asbothaBrokerforhisbusinessandalsohisfamilywithkidsroughlythesameage asminegrowingupinMillidgeville.LeetakesPrideinhisworkandonceheistheownerofthesubjectpropertyIknow itwillbeawelcomeadditiontothestreetwhichwasalwaysastreetforcontractors,withtheConcreteplant,oncea limestonequarry(Iamold))Dowd,Spectrumandadumpwayinbackbehindthesuperstoreforbuilding materials.Nowamixedusestreetwhichisperfect,everyareaofthecityneedsacouple. Ithinkitisgreatthattheconcreteplantisinourcity,intheperfectspotmakingourcontractorsandconstruction projectsinthecitymoreefficientandkeepingtheselargetrucksdrivingminimaldistancestothemanyprojectsinthe City.Iftheywereintheindustrialparkcrossingonelanebridgesinthesummeritwouldbebothawasteoftimeand moneyforeveryone.ThesameforbusinessmostofhisclientbaseisinMillidgevilleandNorthmakingthisthe perfectbasecampforhisoperations.AndmuchofhisequipmentwillbeworkingatDanielAve/SeaBirdthenexttwo yearsmakesdrivinginthecityminimal.AnothergooddevelopmenthavinggrownuponHillHeightsroad,#9directly acrossthestreetand#44wheremydadstilllivesandhasfor50years.Havealwaysbeenprodevelopmentwhichis thereasonwesoldourBuildingonKingStreettomakewayforanotherfuturegemofabuildinguptown. Iwouldnotbesellingthelottoastranger,whoIwasnotconfidentintheupkeeporappearanceoftheproperty,no issueswithLee. 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Si vous recevez ce courriel par erreur, veuillez communiquer avec son expéditeur et supprimer ce courriel et toute copie (électronique ou autre) immédiatement. 2 PROPOSED MUNICIPAL PLAN PROJET DE MODIFICATION DU PLAN AMENDMENT AND ZONING BY-LAW MUNICIPAL ET L’ARRÊTÉ DE ZONAGE AMENDMENT RE: 695 SOMERSET STREET OBJET : 695, RUE SOMERSET Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Par les présentes, un avis public est donné par Council of The City of Saint John intends to lequel le conseil communal de The City of Saint consider amending the Municipal Development John indique son intention de modifier le plan Plan and the City of Saint John Zoning By-law at d'aménagement municipal et l’arrêté de zonage de its regular meeting to be held in the Council The City of Saint John, lors de la réunion ordinaire Chamber on Monday, August 23, 2021, at 6:30 qui se tiendra dans la salle du conseil le lundi, 23 p.m., by the following: août 2021 à 18 h 30, par : 1. Redesignate on Schedule A of the 1. Modifier la désignation, à l'annexe A du Municipal Development Plan, land with an plan, de terrain d’une superficie d’environ 3 area of approximately 3,445 square metres, 445 mètres carrés, située à côté du 695, rue located adjacent 695 Somerset Street, also Somerset, également identifiée sous les s 00415497 and identified as PID NumberNID 00415497 et 55147557, du centre 55147557, from Local Centre to Stable local à la secteur stable, comme il est Area as illustrated below; indiqué ci-dessous; 2. Redesignate on Schedule B of the 2. Modifier la désignation, à l'annexe B du Municipal Development Plan, land with an plan, de terrain d’une superficie d’environ 3 area of approximately 3,445 square metres, 445 mètres carrés, située à côté du 695, rue located adjacent 695 Somerset Street, also Somerset, également identifiée sous les 00415497 and identified as PID Numbers NID 00415497 et 55147557, du centre 55147557, from Local Centre to Stable local à secteur commercial stable, comme Commercial as illustrated below; and il est indiqué ci-dessous; et 3. Rezone the same parcels of land from 3. Modifier le zonage des parcelles de terrain General Commercial (CG) to Special précitée, de zone commerciale générale d e Zone No. 4 (SZ-4). zone spéciale numéro 4 (SZ-4). REASON FOR CHANGE: RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION : To permit a business office/maintenance building Pour permettre un bureau d'affaires/bâtiment and outdoor storage area. d'entretien et une aire d'entreposage extérieur. The proposed amendment may be inspected by any Toute personne intéressée peut examiner le projet interested person at the office of the Common de modification au bureau du greffier communal ou Clerk, or in the office of Growth and Community au bureau du service de la croissance et du Development Services, City Hall, 15 Market développement communautaire à l’hôtel de ville Square, Saint John, N.B. between the hours of 8:30 situé au 15, Market Square, à Saint John, au a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, Nouveau-Brunswick., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du inclusive, holidays excepted. lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours fériés. Written objections to the amendment may be sent Veuillez faire part de vos objections au projet de to the undersigned at City Hall. modification par écrit à l’attention du soussigné à l’hôtel de ville. 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Jonathan Taylor, Common Clerk Jonathan Taylor, Greffière communale 658-2862 658 2862 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 106-xx ARRÊTÉ MODIFIANT L'ARRÊTÉ A LAW TO AMEND THE RELATIF AU PLAN MUNICIPAL o MUNICIPAL PLAN BY-LAW ARRÊTÉ N C.P. 106-xx Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Lors d'une réunion du conseil communal, The City of Saint John a édicté ce qui suit : Common Council convened, as follows: The Municipal Plan By-law of The City of Saint L'arrêté concernant le plan municipal de The John enacted on the 30th day of January, A.D. 2012 City of Saint John décrété le 30 janvier 2012 is amended by: est modifié par: 1 Amending Schedule A City Structure, by 1 redesignating a parcel of land having an area of Structure de la municipalité, afin de faire passer 3,445 square metres, located adjacent to 695 la désignation Somerset Street, also identified as PID No. 00415497 and PID No. 55147557, from Local 695, rue Somerset, également identifiée sous les Centre to Stable Area classification; and, NID 00415497 et 55147557, du centre local à la secteur stable; et, 2 Amending Schedule B Future Land Use, 2 La modificati by redesignating a parcel of land having an area Utilisation future des sols, afin de faire passer of 3,445 square metres, located adjacent to 695 la désignation Somerset Street, also identified as PID No. 00415497 and PID No. 55147557, from Local 695, rue Somerset, également identifiée sous Centre to Stable Commercial classification. les NID 00415497 et 55147557, du centre local à secteur commercial stable. - all as shown on the plans attached hereto - toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur les plans ci-joints et font partie du présent and forming part of this by-law arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the said apposer son sceau communal sur le présent City to be affixed to this by-law the * day of *, A.D. arrêté le 2021, avec les signatures suivantes : 2021 and signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor ______________________________________ City Clerk/Greffier communal First Reading - Première lecture - Second Reading - Deuxième lecture - Third Reading - Troisième lecture - BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-X ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-X ARRÊTÉ A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- LAW DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ARRÊTÉ O N C.P. 111-X Be it enacted by The City of Saint Lors d'une réunion du conseil John in Common Council convened, as communal, The City of Saint John a follows: décrété ce qui suit : The Zoning By-law of The City L'arrêté sur le zonage de The of Saint John enacted on the fifteenth day of City of Saint John, décrété le quinze (15) December, A.D. 2014, is amended by: décembre 2014, est modifié par : Rezoning land having an area of 3,445 Changement d square metres, located adjacent 695 situé à côté du 695, rue Somerset, Somerset Street, also identified as PID No. également identifié comme NID 00415497 and 55147557 from General 00415497 et NID 55147557, de Zone Commercial (CG) to Special Zone No. 4 commercial générale (CG) à Zone (SZ-4) spéciale n° 4 (SZ-4). - toutes les modifications sont - all as shown on the plan attached indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie hereto and forming part of this by-law. du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John Saint John has caused the Corporate a fait apposer son sceau communal sur Common Seal of the said City to be affixed le présent arrêté le X 2021, avec les to this by-law the X day of X, A.D. 2021 and signatures suivantes : signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor/Maire ______________________________________ Common Clerk/Greffier communal First Reading - X Première lecture - X Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X August 23, 2021 Common Council Presentation 87 and 91 King Street - 85 Growth & Community Services law: - Proposal hectare site - Increase from 28 and 42 metres to 55 metres • Building will contain 93 residential unitsSchedule G Height MapFaçade step backTransparent area of ground floor façade on Charlotte Street •••• 2 Construct a building containing commercial and residential uses.0.1709Zone: Uptown Commercial (CU)Amendment to Zoning ByPAC Approved Variances: ••••• \[caption\] Zoning 3 \[caption\] Site & Neighbourhood 4 Historic Photos 5 : Neighbourhood Charlotte Street Site & 6 : King Street Neighbourhood Site & 7 centre a major use - Uptown Primary Centre: mixedserving the Greater Saint John Region Municipal Plan 8 - featuring new, mixed neighbourhood (CPSP) The redevelopment of 91 King Street. Envisions a vibrant, complete use development that will increase the population density and add vibrancy to the streetscape.Active ground floor uses to ensure a vibrant and active public realm.Street wall heights that support a comfortable pedestrian experienceFraming King’s Square, which is the symbolic heart of the Central Peninsula. • •••• Central Peninsula Secondary Plan 9 Big Moves: Uptown Core in the CPSP:Urban Design Considerations: • •• Site Plan 10 King Street Façade 11 King Street The Streetscape 12 Charlotte Street Façade 13 City Market Charlotte Street The Streetscape 14 metre step back of the building - PAC Approvals To not provide a 3façade at the 14 metre and 24 metre elevations. To reduce the transparent area of the ground floor façade along Charlotte Street from 50% to approximately 40% •• PAC approved the following variances, to be issued upon Council’s decision on the height amendment and Section 131 Agreement: •15 ) metres Amendment to Central Peninsula Height Map to permit 55 metre height (currently capped at 28 and 42 Authorize an Agreement, pursuant to Section 131 of the Community Planning Act, related to public benefits. •• Council Required Approvals Council: •16 metre floors th and 11 floor of the City th rd ) and approximately 56.66 metres floors and the 10 metres th storeys and 4 rd to establish a defined base, middle and top and 33.1 on the upper floors colours storeys colour Height Map Amendment Beatty: 8 Use of materials and Use of a darker Use of cornices between the 3Active commercial uses on the ground floor.Aligning the Brick style materials to the cornice on the 3Market. AdmirialIrving Oil Limited Home Office: 11 metres ••••• • • 17 Height mitigated through Design Pedestrian Scale Street Wall Existing Height: •• Amendment to Central Peninsula Height Map to permit 55 height (currently capped at 28 and 42 • . st and December 21 st : Shadows will impact South Market and st : Shadows will impact Germain Street, South Market, st Height Map Amendment June 21Charlotte Street and King’s SquareDecember 21Charlotte Street. •• Completed for both June 21 • 18 Condition to require a Wind Study to assess the incremental impact of permitting a height increase. Shadow Renderings: •• Public Benefit 19 The provision of an enhanced front yard setback to establish a more robust pedestrian oriented area along Charlotte Street.The resurfacing of upper South Market to highlight the separation between the vehicular and pedestrian realms. This will include the use of decorative paving materials and may include the use of stamped concrete; subject to the approval of the Development Officer and alignment with the approved design for South Market.The establishment of a canopy between the proposed building and the City Market. Providing permission for the City of Saint John to utilize the loading dock for public uses including the Night Market and pedestrian use.The inclusion of a canopy to be placed over the loading doors and ramp, to enhance the space for public uses. ••••• July 9, 2021. . July 29, 2021 on Engagement letters were received from the public. No Letters sent to all property owners within 100 metres of the subject property on Notice was posted on the City of Saint John website 20 . 111, to increase the - 87 and 91 King Street, also - law Number CP - 00037093 and 00039982 law, By - Staff Recommendation That Common Council proceed with an Amendment to Schedule “G” of the Zoning Bymaximum building height from 28 metres and 42 metres to 55 metres for the parcel of land having an area of approximately 1709 square metres, located at 85identified as PID Numbers 1. 21 for the Community Planning Act This will include the use of decorative paving materials and The resurfacing of the upper portion of the City lands known as South Market to highlight the separation between the vehicular and pedestrian realms in order to implement a shared street design.may include the use of stamped concrete, subject to the approval of the Development Officer and alignment with the approved design for South Market;The establishment of a canopy between the proposed building and the City Market;Providing permission for the City of Saint John to utilize the loading dock for public uses including the Night Market and pedestrian use.The inclusion of a canopy to be placed over the loading doors and ramp, to enhance the space for public uses. Staff Recommendation a)b)c)d) That Common Council authorize an Agreement between the City and the Developer pursuant to section 131 of the following public benefits associated with the development: 2. 22 Date: July 17, 2021 To: Planning Advisory Committee From: Growth & Community Services Meeting: July 20, 2021 SUBJECT Applicant: Malcolm Boyd Landowner: W/L Holdings Inc. Location: 85-87 and 91 King Street PID: 00037093 and 00039982 Plan Designation: Uptown Primary Centre Existing Zoning: Uptown Commercial (UC) Application Type: Zoning By-law amendment and variance Jurisdiction: The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to the Zoning By-law. Common Council will consider the Committee’s recommendation at a public hearing on Monday, August 23, 2021. The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to grant reasonable variances from the requirements of the Zoning By-law. The Committee can impose conditions. Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 EXECUTIVESUMMARY The Proposal is to develop a twelve storey, mixed-use commercial and residential building at 85-87 and 91 King Street, to be known upon completion as 99 King Street. The application seeks an amendment to the height map established within the Central Peninsula Secondary Plan and the Zoning By-law, as well as a variances related to the upper storey step backs and transparency at the ground floor of the building. Staff has assessed the proposal against the applicable policies of the Municipal and Secondary Plans and are recommending approval of the application for the following reasons: The proposed development advances the aspirations of the Municipal and Secondary Plan to increase density in the urban core by increasing the housing supply and also further contributing to the framing of King Street and King Square. The proposed building will incorporate ground (and lower floor) commercial which will help maintain an active streetscape and will be compatible with the adjacent commercial uses along King Street and Charlotte Street. While the height exceeds the allowable height established in the Central Peninsula Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law, the density as proposed can be accommodated through the use of architectural elements which will provide visual breaks in the massing of the building and link the base of the building to adjacent buildings reinforcing the pedestrian realm. This includes strategically located cornices as well as the use of contrasting materials and a colour palette that draws inspiration from the surrounding built form context of the site. Staff acknowledges that this particular site has remained vacant for almost ten years, and while various owners have sought reinvestment in the property, the redevelopment of the site brings with it challenges that have been difficult to overcome. The developer has moved forward with the demolition of this vacant building and is seeking to transform this neglected property into a community asset. The new building will provide a mixture of commercial spaces and residential uses including re-establishing an active ground floor commercial space and providing approximately ninety-three new residential units. The redevelopment of 91 King Street represents the completion of one of the Big Moves established within the Central Peninsula Secondary Plan and contributes to the overall growth and development of the community. Staff recommends approval of the amendment to the Maximum Building Height map, with the proposed conditions contained in the Staff recommendation. The Planning Advisory Committee will consider the variance request related to the upper storey step backs and the reduction of the transparent area of the ground floor of the Charlotte Street façade. Approval of the step back variance is recommended on account of the variances being reasonable due to the use of architectural features to create visual variations in the building’s design to achieve the Page 2 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 design outcomes intended by the step back requirement.Approvalofthe reduction in the transparent area is recommended on account of that the proposed design is intended to complement the City Market. RECOMMENDATION 1. That Common Council proceed with an Amendment to Schedule “G” of the Zoning By- law, By-law Number CP-111, to increase the maximum building height from 28 metres and 42 metres to 55 metres for the parcel of land having an area of approximately 1709 square metres, located at 85-87 and 91 King Street, also identified as PID Numbers 00037093 and 00039982. 2. That, subject to Third Reading being given Amendment to Schedule “G” of the Zoning By- law mentioned above, the Planning Advisory Committee grant variances to: a) allow for the building to be developed without the provision of 3 metre façade step backs at elevations of 14 metres and 24 metres; and, b) reduce the transparent area of the ground floor façade along Charlotte Street from 50% to approximately 30%. 3. That, the granted variances be subject to the following conditions: a) That the development and use of the parcel of land be in accordance with detailed building elevation and site plans, prepared by the developer and subject to the approval of the Development Officer, illustrating the design and location of buildings and structures, garbage enclosures, outdoor storage, driveway accesses, vehicle, and bicycle parking, loading areas, landscaping, amenity spaces, signs, exterior lighting, and other such site features; b) That the developer submit a Traffic Impact Statement as it relates to new vehicle trips and changing traffic patterns on South Market, Charlotte Street and King Square North and at the developer’s responsibility and expense to implement any recommended transportation network improvements to mitigate the any traffic impacts related to this development; c) That the developer enter into a License Agreement with the City of Saint John to use the City owned land known as South Market to access the parking garage; d) That the developer submit a Wind Study which is to demonstrate no adverse effects to the public realm as it relates to the incremental impact of building height from 28 and 42 metres to 55 metres; Page 3 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 e)As part of future development approvals, that the developer submit design flows for both water and sanitary, as well as a storm water management and site servicing plans. f) That the site and building plans, including floor plans and building elevations, be in substantial conformity with the design prepared for the project as shown on plans prepared by Murdock Boyd Architects on behalf of W/L Holdings Inc. for the multiple unit residential and commercial development at 85-87 and 91 King Street and include the following elements: i. A 1.8-metre setback from the property line on Charlotte Street. ii. Incorporation of cornices between the third and forth storeys and the tenth and eleventh storeys. iii. Building façade materials to be in accordance with the materials shown on the coloured renderings including: 1. A masonry style façade featuring contemporary materials in a limestone colour on the lower three storey portion of the building. 2. A façade featuring contemporary materials on the residential storeys four to twelve. Storeys four to ten shall feature a limestone colour and storeys eleven and twelve will feature a charcoal colour. 4. That Common Council authorize an Agreement between the City and the Developer pursuant to section 131 of the Community Planning Act for the following public benefits associated with the development: a) The resurfacing of the upper portion of the City lands known as South Market to highlight the separation between the vehicular and pedestrian realms in order to implement a shared street design. This will include the use of decorative paving materials and may include the use of stamped concrete, subject to the approval of the Development Officer and alignment with the approved design for South Market; b) The establishment of a canopy between the proposed building and the City Market; c) Providing permission for the City of Saint John to utilize the loading dock for public uses including the Night Market and pedestrian use. d) The inclusion of a canopy to be placed over the loading doors and ramp, to enhance the space for public uses. Page 4 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 DECISIONHISTORY No previous decisions have been rendered for the subject property. ANALYSIS Proposal Malcolm Boyd of Murdoch Boyd Architects on behalf of W/L Holdings has applied to amend Schedule G of the City’s Zoning By-law in order to facilitate the redevelopment of two, newly vacant parcels located at the intersection of Charlotte Street and King Street. The proposed building will be a mixed-use development featuring three floors of commercial uses and nine floors of residential units, resulting in the creating of 93 residential units. The two lowest floors (located predominately below grade) will provide 57 internal parking spaces. The building will provide 93 residential units including 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units. The size of the units have yet to be established but will generally range in size from approximately 830 square feet to 2550 square feet. Site and Neighbourhood The site is two newly vacant lots located within the City’s Uptown neighbourhood at the north- west corner of Charlotte Street and King Street. The development site is located across Charlotte Street from King’s Square. The property is located directly south of the historic City Market and is adjacent to the Trinity Royal Heritage Conservation Area, and as such, the property is not fall within Heritage designation. The surrounding area is largely zoned for commercial uses, with the exception being the nearby parks. The development site, along with the lands located immediately north, south and west of the site are zoned Uptown Commercial (CU). King’s Square and the nearby Loyalist Burial Ground are zoned Park (P). The existing established area largely features ground floor commercial and institutional uses, with residential uses located on the upper floors of some buildings. While the building located at 85-87 King Street was in use until the demolition, 91 King Street has been vacant for over ten years. A number of interested parties have purchased the property with the intent to revitalize the site including the vacant building. The redevelopment of the property has been met with various challenges including the financial viability of renovating the vacant building at 91 King Street, which had been impacted by water damage, contained asbestos and would have required substantial repair and renovation. In order to move forward with a viable project, the developer chose to undertake the challenge of demolishing the property, which required extensive asbestos abatement. The new development site will incorporate both 91 King Street and the adjacent 85-87 King Street, thus allowing for a larger building to be constructed. Page 5 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 MunicipalPlanand the Central Peninsula Secondary Plan MunicipalPlan(PlanSJ) The proposed development is located within the portion of the City designated as the Uptown Primary Centre. The Uptown Primary Centre is home to the highest intensity of mixed-use development and is the location of a wide variety of commercial, institutional, financial, cultural and government uses. New high density residential uses are strongly encouraged to be located within the Uptown Area and are encouraged, where appropriate, to incorporate active ground floor uses including commercial development. The Central Peninsula Secondary Plan was established as a guide for the future development of the Uptown Primary Centre and the surrounding lands within the Central Peninsula. Central Peninsula Secondary Plan (CPSP) With regards to the Secondary Plan, the site is located in the UptownCore.The Uptown Core is considered to be the epicentre of the Central Peninsula and the entire City. The area is noted for its heritage assets including King’s Square which serves as an anchor for the neighbourhood. Key directions for this area include: Mid-rise and tall buildings to accommodate full build-out and to capitalize on market and zoning provisions for commercial and residential density. Prominent heritage buildings to inform new, contemporary built form elements and infill opportunities. Where appropriate, buildings will incorporate non-residential ground floor uses to maintain and enhance a vibrant, pedestrian-oriented urban environment, animating the public realm. Street wall heights are regulated through setbacks and step backs to maintain a comfortable, human-scaled built environment. Corner buildings feature well-designed entrances that transition the corner. Existing civic spaces are strengthened to support green space and recreation amenities in the core; new civic spaces along the waterfront will support increased access to the waterfront. New infill development will feature a mix of uses and high-quality design which will maintain and enhance urban form. A mix of structured and dense, on-street parking to accommodate residents, employees, and visitors. The CPSP acknowledges the opportunity for new infill developments to not only frame King’s Square but to enhance King Street as a prominent civic corridor. The CPSP determined that certain strategic projects could act as a catalyst for further development within the Plan Area. Big Moves are noted as being catalytic projects that would define and shape key areas of the Central Peninsula and would spur further investment in their vicinity. The Plan identifies the need to reinforce the symbolic heart of the Central Peninsula as King’s Square. The Square is currently framed by a number of iconic and historic buildings including the Imperial Theatre, the Saint John County Court House, City Market and the Irving Oil Limited Home Office, but four identified locations remain either vacant or underused. 91 King Street was identified as a Page 6 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 priority location for developmentdue to its prominent location at the intersection of King Street and Charlotte Street and proximity to King’s Square. The existing building had become vacant and derelict, leaving a large void in an overall active commercial streetscape. The redevelopment of the site would reactivate the space, enhance the streetscapes of both King Street and Charlotte Street and would help reinforce the role of King’s Square within the Uptown neighbourhood. The proposed development is also located along the prominent East-West Corridor within the Central Peninsula. Another Big Move, and specific policy (Policy U-3) of the CPSP is to enhance this corridor which is anchored by King’s Square and the Central Waterfront. A key proposal within the CPSP to strengthen this linkage is to transform South Market into an animated and pedestrian-oriented laneway with improved streel level access to the City Market. Improvements to this area are also envisioned to include outdoor patio and vendor space. The City intends to work with the developer through the preparation of the required legal mechanism which balances the use of a portion of South Market for access to the building with the vision established in the CPSP for a pedestrian priority street and continued use of the Street for events such as the Night Market and other activities related to the City Market. The site at 91 King Street is prominently located at the intersection of Charlotte Street and King Street. Through redevelopment of the site with active ground floor uses, it will help further develop King Street as a more pedestrian friendly environment. A detailed assessment of the proposal with respect to the policies of the Municipal Plan and CPSP is provided in Attachment 2. This assessment paid close attention to the proposed design of the building and how the architecture of the building addresses the Key Design Goals of the Plans. This report will highlight the connection between the proposed design and some of the key goals and objectives of the CPSP. Staff note that while the height of the building is a departure from the direction established in the CPSP with a 28 metre and 42 metre maximum building height established for this area, compared with the proposed 55 metre building height, the proposed design mitigation measures ensure the development follows plan policies to ensure a compatible tall building design that complements the streetscape. Building Design Staff undertook an extensive design review in order to compare the submitted renderings to the design goals, objectives and policies outlined in both PlanSJ and the CPSP. Through this review, staff determined that the proposed design was representative of the intention of both Plans, and addressed the key design priorities for redevelopment within the Uptown Area, including the provision of an active ground floor use, connectivity to the pedestrian realm, suitability with the established built form and the use of design elements to address the height and building massing. Based on this review, staff determined that a third party design review would not be necessary due to the quality of the building design. The review undertaken by Page 7 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 staff is included in the attachments. Framing King’s Square As mentioned earlier in this report, the CPSP identified the enhancement of King’s Square as a Big Move for the Uptown Core. 91 King Street was identified as one of the four properties which would benefit from redevelopment in order to establish a more consistent streetscape framing the Square. King’s Square is currently framed by a number of iconic buildings including both historic and contemporary structures. The existing buildings are diverse in height, ranging from the two-storey Service New Brunswick building to the eleven-storey Irving Oil Limited Home Office. When examining the existing streetscapes, two prominent design elements emerge: red brick and the use of a neutral colour palette (cream/beige/light grey). Red Brick is a traditional building material that is found on buildings throughout the City, including the Trinity Royal Heritage Conservation Area, which is located adjacent to 91 King Street. It is the primary façade material of both the historic City Market and the more contemporary Service New Brunswick building. Cream/beige/light grey colours are featured in the majority of buildings that frame the square. These buildings range from historic to contemporary and the use of the neutral colour palette. The design of 91 King Street has taken inspiration from the buildings that currently frame King’s Square. The lower three storeys of the building will feature a primarily red brick clad façade, which will include a sandstone type trim to emphasize the entrances and windows. The middle portion of the King Street façade will feature a contemporary cladding in a limestone colour. Floors four to ten will feature the same contemporary cladding in the limestone colour. Storeys eleven and twelve will incorporate a contemporary cladding in a charcoal colour. Relationship to the City Market The proposed development is located within close proximity to a number of notable and landmark buildings. Of particular importance is the proximity to the historic City Market, located to the north of the development site along Charlotte Street. The Saint John City Market is the oldest continuing farmer’s market in Canada and is a National Historic Site. The building is noted for its formal entry façade located on Charlotte Street. When reviewing the proposed design for 91 King Street, it becomes apparent that the design has acknowledged the prominence of the City Market on the streetscape and has used it to inform the proposed building’s design. The Charlotte Street façade (known as the Market Tower) of the City Market is four storeys in height and features red brick construction featuring 1 buff sandstone articulation. The façade is noted for its prominent arched central main entranceway as well as the arched windows which are visible on the second to fourth floors. 1 Canada Historic Places, City Market – Statement of Significance. 2006/12/01. www.historicplaces.ca Page 8 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 Thefirst three storeys of the proposed building will incorporate a red brick material andwill feature a sandstone type trim. The applicant has indicated the intention for the placement of the third storey cornice to largely align with the cornice separating the third and forth storeys of the City Market. Both the Charlotte Street and King Street entranceways of the proposed development have taken inspiration from the City Market and will incorporate the use of a prominent archway. In addition, it should be noted that the proposed building has been designed with an additional setback from the property line of Charlotte Street. Through setting back the building by approximately 1.8 metre, the façade of the proposed building will align with the Charlotte façade of the City Market. This will ensure that the prominence of the City Market on the Charlotte streetscape will not be diminished by the redevelopment of 91 King Street. Active Streetscape and Pedestrian Realm The final design element to be given a more detailed review is the ability for the proposed development to support and maintain both an active streetscape and a comfortable public realm. The proposed building is a mixed-use development which will include commercial uses on the first three storeys. The placement of commercial uses on the ground floor of the proposed development aligns with the established streetscape on both Charlotte Street and King Street. Through the placement of commercial uses on ground floors, it promotes a more active streetscape by providing uses that encourage visitation from the public. Active ground floor uses within the building conform to Policy BD-13 of the CPSP which is implemented through Schedule I of the Zoning By-law which establishes primary commercial corridors, including the King Street and Charlotte Street frontages of the building along which non-residential uses are encouraged. The applicant is proposing ground floor commercial uses which conform to the direction established in the CPSP and Schedule I of the Zoning By-Law. The proposed development has been selective in choosing a location for the proposed loading dock and the access to the internal parking garage. The proposed loading dock will be located adjacent to South Market and is setback from the building’s façade. The applicant has indicated that any future commercial tenants would establish specific timeframes for deliveries and that during the remainder of the day, there is an opportunity to activate the space for public use including supporting of the Night Market. The parking garage access will be located off of South Market, which will prevent the Charlotte Street and King Street facades from being disrupted by vehicular traffic. The developer will be required to enter into a License Agreement with the City to allow the use of South Market for access to the parking garage. This will help ensure the safety of pedestrians and will help promote a consistent commercial streetscape. In addition, although the current zoning will enable the construction of a building without a setback, the developer is proposing to provide a front yard setback for the Charlotte Street façade. By setting back the building by approximately 1.8 metres, it will align the Charlotte Street façade with that of the City Market. Not only will this proposed setback ensure a Page 9 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 consistent street wall along Charlotte Street, it will also provide an enhanced pedestrian space for public use. This pedestrian space will help support pedestrian movement and the space could be animated by the future commercial tenants. Zoning By-Law Uptown Commercial (CU) Zone The development site is zoned Uptown Commercial (CU). This zone is intended toallow for the greatest mix and highest density of uses within the City, including large mixed-use developments. The CU zone supports a large range of commercial, community and residential uses and is highly compatible with the type of development indicative of the Uptown neighbourhood. It should be noted that the Uptown Commercial zone does not include limitations on the types of cladding materials that can be utilized on building façades. The developer has indicated that the commercial floors will largely feature the use of a red brick material and the remaining façade will utilize contemporary materials. Contemporary materials may include cementitious panels, metal wall panels (including steel or aluminum composite or concrete panels. The developer will finalize the type of contemporary materials being utilized during the detail design of the building. Active Ground Floor Use Area The property is located within the Active Ground Floor Use Area (Schedule I), which establishes streets within the Central Peninsula which requires or encourages active ground floor uses. The development site is located on a section of King Street and Charlotte Street, which require active ground floor uses. The development will include active ground floor uses on both the King Street and Charlotte Street façades and will not be requiring a variance to this requirement. Uptown Parking Exemption Area The property is located within the Uptown Parking Exemption Area (Schedule C), which allows for development to occur without the provision of onsite parking. The applicant has chosen to provide approximately 57 parking units within the lower storeys of the structure. Amendment to the Height Map In preparing the Central Peninsula Secondary Plan the height limits as established in the Zoning By-law, were created to help guide the locating of buildings based on the existing building heights in different areas of the Central Peninsula. The properties framing King’s Square, with the exception of the City Market, have been earmarked for building heights up to 42 metres. The existing streetscape surrounding King’s Square varies from parking lots and the Loyalist Burial Ground which do not contain any buildings to the Irving Oil Limited Home Office. A tall building (42 metres) is permitted by right for 91 King Street and the overall height allowance for the Uptown Commercial zone is solely tied to the heights established within the Height Map, thus allowing flexibility based on site specific considerations. When assessing a variance to the height map should take into consideration a variety of factors, largely to determine whether or not the additional height for the proposed building would be suitable for its location and whether or not the incremental impacts can be Page 10 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 addressed.These considerations will vary depending on the proposed development site but will often include the following questions: What is the allowable height within the land use zone? What are the heights of the surrounding buildings? Will this proposed building impact any heritage buildings? Will the proposed building impact the pedestrian experience? Does the proposed design conform with the design principles for taller building? • Does it have a defined base, middle and top? • Does it utilize colours and materials to draw the attention to the lower storeys? The two tallest buildings located adjacent to King’s Square are the Admiral Beatty and the Irving Oil Limited Home Office. The Admiral Beatty is an eight-storey building constructed in 2 1925 and is approximately 33.1-metres tall. The Irving Oil Limited Home Office is a newer addition to the City. At 11-storeys tall, the building reaches a height of approximately 56.66- metres. Both of these buildings are noted as being some of the taller buildings located within the City of Saint John, with their location on corner lots helping to frame the streetscape. The proposed building, with a height of approximately 55-metres and its location on a corner lot, would be contextually appropriate given the other taller buildings in the area. Height is an important component for the developer to provide the number of housing units and commercial square footage to make the project financially viable and to provide housing that responds to the demands and needs of the community. In this case, the developer has provided a mix of one and two-bedroom units that respond to multiple demographics within the market including single tenants, young couples, families requiring multiple bedrooms, and seniors. This approach works towards addressing the housing demand currently being experienced in the market and flexibility for future market demands. A key consideration of building height is the impact on the public realm adjacent to the building in terms of the scale and massing of the building with respect to the pedestrian environment and impacts on shadows along Public Streets. The proposed building is a mixed-use development which will include commercial uses on the first three storeys. The placement of commercial uses on the ground floor of the proposed development will promote a more active public realm and focus the public’s interaction with the building to the lower floors. The proposed development has selected specific materials and colours in order to provide visual separation within the building. The first three-storeys of the building, which will be the home to the commercial uses, feature a façade that largely utilizes a red brick material with a sandstone type trim. A portion of the façade, located on King Street, will feature a limestone colour contemporary material, in order to provide a visual break along the longest portion of the building. The red brick portion of the façade takes inspiration from the adjacent City 2 Canada Historic Places, Admiral Beatty Hotel – Statement of Significance. 2008/03/27. www.historicplaces.ca Page 11 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 Market,which will help to establish a pedestrian-scale for the building through both design and active ground floor uses. Between the third and forth storeys, a cornice will be established to provide a visual separation within the façade, taking place of the required three-metre step back. This cornice is established at an elevation of 15.6 metres above average grade which relates favourably to the 14 metre elevation at which the step back is required, while relating to the façade of the City Market tower. The fourth to tenth storeys will feature a limestone-coloured façade featuring the use of contemporary materials. A second cornice will be located between the tenth and eleventh storeys, in place of the required three-metre step back. The upper two storeys will use a charcoal colour in a contemporary material, which will help bring focus to the lighter portions of the façade. In addition, balconies will be located on the south, north and west façades, which will provide an additional break in overall building design. It should also be noted that the design incorporates a step back on the western façade which overlooks the adjacent commercial building on King Street. This step back, to be located above the first cornice, will separate the residential portion of the proposed building from the adjacent commercial use. In addition, although the current zoning will enable the construction of a building without a front yard setback, the developer is proposing to provide a front yard setback for the Charlotte Street façade. By setting back the building by approximately 1.8 metres, it will align the Charlotte Street façade with that of the City Market. Not only will this proposed setback ensure a consistent street wall along Charlotte Street, it will also provide an enhanced pedestrian plaza for public use. This pedestrian plaza will help support pedestrian movement and the space could be animated by the future commercial tenants. The proponent has considered the effects the building will have on shadows cast onto adjacent public spaces including Charlotte Street, King Street and King’s Square. Renderings (see stst submission 5) were provided for June 21 and December 21 and track the shadows during different periods of the day. The renderings incorporate other buildings in the area to highlight the overall pattern of shadowing in the vicinity. The proposed building will cast a show on a variety of public spaces (including King’s Square and local streets) at different times throughout both scenarios. A brief summary of each scenario is included as an attachment to this report. The proposed building will be a redevelopment of a previously built property along an established streetscape. An existing wind pattern has been established by the construction and location of a variety of buildings along both King Street and Charlotte Street. Staff is recommending a condition that will require the developer to submit a Wind Study as it relates to the incremental impact of changing the building height from 28 and 42 metres to 55 metres. The Wind Study may provide guidance into the development of the final building design as part of the building permit application and as a condition of development the will be required to implement any required mitigation measures. Based on Staff’s review of the proposal, the proposed building generally conforms to the Page 12 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 policies advanced in the Municipal Plan andSecondary Plan. The design of the building takes design inspiration from surrounding buildings with a specific connection drawn to the City Market, utilizes different materials, colours, and design elements to minimize the impact of the building’s height and incorporates active commercial uses to promote a positive public realm. Planning Advisory Committee Variances – Removal of the Façade Step Back Requirements and Reduction in the Ground Floor Transparency of Charlotte Street While the standards of the Zoning By-law are mostly met, the proposed building and site design requires two variances from the standards of the Zoning By- law to: Approve the elimination of the 3-metre façade step back at the 14 metre and 24 metre elevations. To reduce the transparent area of the ground floor façade along Charlotte Street from 50% to approximately 30%. Both proposed variances are considered a variance related to building design and fall within the Committee’s jurisdiction. A review of each proposed variance is show in the table below. Section Standard Variance Requested 15.2(a) (b) (a)Buildings oriented towards a street that are To eliminate the required greater than 14 metres in height shall have a 3 metre façade step back minimum step back at 14 metres for any at the 14 metre and 24 additional storey(s). The step back shall have a metre elevations. minimum depth of 3 metres away from the street facing front façade. (b) Buildings oriented towards a street that are greater than 24 metres in height shall have a second minimum step back at 24 metres any additional storey(s). The step back shall have a minimum depth of three metres away from the street facing front façade. Staff Response Staff undertook a review of the proposed design to determine if the design was able to compensate for the removal of the step back requirement. The proposed design has incorporated several design measures to ensure a positive pedestrian experience at the street level and achieve the intended outcome of the step back requirement. The first element for consideration is the use of façade materials and colours. The first three storeys of the building have incorporated a red brick material. The height of the red brick will align with the third storey cornice on the adjacent City Market, thus creating a connection between the scale of the commercial portion of the building and the adjacent buildings. Through the use of a bolder colour for the lower storeys, it draws attention away from the upper storeys and becomes the key focus for those experiencing the building. Storeys four through Page 13 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 ten are proposed to utilize a contemporary material in a sandstone colour. Lastly, the upper two storeys (floors eleven and twelve) will feature a contemporary material in a charcoal colour. The use of the darker colour on the upper two storeys will help to give the perception of 3 shortening of the building height. The design approved for the development of 300 Sydney Street incorporated the use of darker colours on the upper storeys and utilized a bolder colour on the lower storeys, which board serve to create the perception of a shorter building. The seconddesign element isincorporating the use of cornices to achieve the intended design outcomes of the step back requirement and ensure a positive public realm at the street base level of the building. The use of cornices is a common architectural feature that can be found on many buildings throughout the Uptown neighbourhood. The use of the cornices will enhance the visual separation established through the compatible use of materials and colours. The lower cornice will be located between storeys three and four and the upper cornice will be placed between storeys ten and eleven. This cornice is established at an elevation of 15.6 metres above average grade which relates favourably to the 14 metre elevation at which the step back is required, while relating to the façade of the City Market tower. The use of cornices to establish visual breaks on building facades has a long history of use within the City. Many historic buildings within the City, including the City Market and the Admiral Beatty, have utilized cornices to break up the building’s massing. Contemporary buildings, such as The Wentworth, have also included this design feature. 14.1(4) (m) (i) Front façades on the ground floor shall be To reduce the minimum comprised of a minimum of 50 percent ratio of amount of transparency transparent areas, expect for residential uses, for the ground floor which shall have a minimum 25 percent ratio façade to 30%. of transparent areas; Staff Response The Developer has proposed this reduction in order to provide flexibility when finalizing the placement and size of the windows. This flexibility will enable the building façade to be designed to best meet the needs of the future ground floor commercial tenants. Staff undertook a review of the proposed transparency reduction to determine if the proposed variance is appropriate and aligns with the general character of the area. As noted earlier in the report, the proposed development has taken design inspiration from the City Market. Staff undertook an assessment to compare the level of ground floor transparency of the Charlotte Street façade of the City Market to what is being proposed for this development. Staff determined that approximately 46% of the ground floor of the Charlotte Street façade of the City Market is made up of transparent material. This is featured in the central entryway, 3 3 Pereira, Matheus, The Role of Color in Architecture: Visual Effects and Psychological Stimuli. June 9, 2018. www.archdaily.com/895498/the-role-of-color-in-architecture-visual-effects-psychological-stimuli Page 14 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 additional commercial entrances, and the seven ground floor windows. The façade drawings indicate that approximately 35% of the ground floor will be transparent materials, whereas the coloured renderings indicate approximately 49% of the ground floor will be transparent. It should be noted that the coloured renderings provide a higher level of detail and establish a more pronounced central entryway with more defined windows. The final size and layout of windows and doors will be determined during the detailed design of the building. By granting this variance, it will provide the architect with the flexibility to finalize a design that is functional and will compliment the design of the City Market. Based on the level of transparent materials found at the City Market, the request to reduce the percentage of transparent materials to below 50% is reasonable. The submitted drawing and rendering indicate that the transparent materials will range between 35% to 49% but it is acknowledged that the design and placement of the entryway and windows will be subject to change as the building design is fully developed. Staff supports a reduction in the minimum amount of transparency from a minimum of 50% to a minimum of 30%, thus providing the architect with flexibility to finalize the building design. Servicing and Traffic The proposed redevelopment of 85-87 and 91 King Street benefits from the use of existing municipal infrastructure. Municipal water and sanitary sewer servicing is available to the development site due to the established infrastructure located within Charlotte Street and King Street. The City’s Infrastructure Development Service Area has reviewed the proposed development. As part of future development approvals, the developer is required to submit design flows for both water and sanitary, as well as a storm water management and site servicing plans to ensure sufficient capacity exists for the development. The City has tentatively planned to undertake a full road reconstruction (including storm sewer) of a portion of Charlotte Street in 2023. This would include work from King Square South to Union Street and will be coordinated with the development. The applicant is proposing to utilize South Market for access to the building’s underground parkade and to facilitate the development of a loading dock for use by future tenants. The City is in support of the shared use of this street. City administration has been working with the developer to formalize the proposed shared use of the street including any requirements for infrastructure improvements, maintenance, and changes to traffic flow. Infrastructure Development is recommending a condition to require the applicant to develop a Traffic Impact Statement that addresses changes to traffic patterns, new vehicle trips and the functionality of the proposed parking garage and loading dock. A condition has been included in the staff recommendation. It should be mentioned that the developer is currently undertaking the demolition of the two structures that existed on the subject site. As part of the demolition permit and street Page 15 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 occupancy, the applicant is required to repair any damage undertaken to the City’s infrastructure including trees. The applicant is required to replace the 5 street trees that were removed along the frontage of Charlotte Street. If any additional street trees are damaged during the demolition or construction of the proposed building, the applicant will be required to replace them with a suitable replacement as established by City Staff. Affordable Housing The Municipal Plan notes that affordable housing is a core responsibility of the Government of New Brunswick and the Government of Canada, and that the City will support the provision of affordable housing whenever possible. To further support the development of affordable housing in Saint John, the City is currently completing an affordable housing strategy which is anticipated for completion in early 2022. Currently within the municipal legislative context, the City’s role is one of encouraging the development community to build affordable housing and reducing legislative barriers that exist through regulations such as the Zoning By-law. The proposed development provides a mix of one- and two-bedroom units that respond to multiple demographics within the market. Although not incorporating non-market housing units as defined by the Zoning By-law, introduction of new housing supply to the market will improve housing choice and help ease the historic low vacancy rates being experienced in the local market. The availability of new supply will over time will address housing demand and allow for a course correction in the market. Economic Benefit The construction of this proposed development will provide economic benefits to the City of Saint John both during and after construction. Based upon financial information provided by the applicant, the construction costs for the building are estimated to be $35 to $40 million. The construction period will spend approximately $17 million on labour costs and will create 328 jobs and support economic recovery of the Uptown core post-pandemic. Once the building has been completed, it is estimated that it will provide between $380,000 and $480,000 in annual property taxes, which will contribute to the City’s goal of increasing the City’s tax base. The three floors of commercial space will provide a location for business growth and development within the City, which will translate into new jobs for Saint John residents. Public Benefit In exchange for additional flexibility on building design components such as height or density, it is common in other jurisdictions to secure public benefit through “Density Bonusing”. In lieu of a By law, added public benefits can be undertaken through Section 59 conditions, imposed by Council as part of the rezoning process or where the developer proposes to establish conditions for a development that are additional to those required by a zoning by-law in accordance with Section 131 of the Act. Page 16 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 Public benefits are not prescriptive but offered bythe Proponent through a negotiation.These public benefits extend beyond the benefits achieved solely through the development or redevelopment of a property, including the removal of derelict buildings, the creation of jobs, and the introduction of new tax revenue. The Central Peninsula Secondary Plan identified 91 King Street as a priority development site within the Central Peninsula. The property’s location on a prime corner within the Uptown establishes the site as a strategic location for redevelopment. In recent years, the building has sat vacant, negatively impacting the overall streetscape and City’s image and creating a void within a prominent commercial corridor. The redevelopment of this property will transform the streetscape and help catalyse new development in the Uptown, introducing new residents to support the viability of the City Market and area businesses. It will also re-establish commercial uses, enhance the existing streetscape and will support a pedestrian friendly experience. The developer has outlined some public benefits which can be incorporated into the design of the building and the future pedestrianization of South Market. In exchange for the provision of additional building height and a variance from the standards requiring façade step back at the upper stories of the building, the Developer has agreed to a package of public benefits that will primarily enhance the existing public realm located within South Market. Specific components of this public benefit package are: The provision of an enhanced front yard setback to establish a more robust pedestrian oriented area along Charlotte Street. The resurfacing of upper South Market to highlight the separation between the vehicular and pedestrian realms. This will include the use of decorative paving materials and may include the use of stamped concrete; subject to the approval of the Development Officer and alignment with the approved design for South Market. The establishment of a canopy between the proposed building and the City Market. Providing permission for the City of Saint John to utilize the loading dock for public uses including the Night Market and pedestrian use. The inclusion of a canopy to be placed over the loading doors and ramp, to enhance the space for public uses. As the City will be preparing a detailed plan for the enhancement of South Market, the developer will work with the City to ensure that their proposed public benefits work in tandem with the City’s design for the street. At this time, cost estimates cannot be established as the design work for the public realm improvements have not been completed. The Staff Recommendation includes formalizing this approach through an agreement with the Developer. Conclusion Staff recommend approval of the application as it conforms to the overall intent of the Municipal Plan and Secondary Plan and provides density in a key intensification area while providing a building design that minimizes the impacts of additional height. This project will Page 17 of 18 Malcolm Boyd 85-87 and 91 King Street July 17, 2021 revitalize the corner of King Street and Charlotte Street,replacing a vacant and derelict building with a new mixed-use development. The proposed building will re-establish active ground floor uses to the streetscape, will provide homes for residents in the Uptown core and will help support a pedestrian friendly environment. The development supports the objectives and policies of the Secondary Plan which has a goal of revitalizing the Central Peninsula as a place where people can live, work and play. Given the analysis provided in this report, the amendment to the Maximum Height map is recommended. Urban Design and other considerations have been assessed by staff to ensure alignment with the design principles of both the Municipal Plan and the Secondary Plan with design conditions being incorporated into the recommendation. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS No alternatives were considered by Staff. ENGAGEMENT Public In accordance with the Committee’s Rules of Procedure, notification of the proposal was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject property on July 9, 2021. Notice of the required Public Hearing will be posted on the City’s website on July 30. APPROVALS AND CONTACT Author Manager Commissioner Jennifer Kirchner MCIP, RPP Jacqueline Hamilton, MCIP, RPP Phil Ouellette, BA, MA Contact: Jennifer Kirchner Telephone: (506) 639-7933 Email: Jennifer.Kirchner@saintjohn.ca Application: 21-0069 and 21-0070 APPENDIX Map 1: Aerial Photography Map 2: Future Land Use Map 3: Zoning Attachment 1: Site Photography Attachment 2: Municipal Plan and Secondary Plan Policy Review Submission 1: Site Plan, Floor Plans and Elevation Plans Submission 2: Coloured Renderings Submission 3: Shadow Renderings Page 18 of 18 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review Central Peninsula Secondary Plan Relevant Policy Rationale 2.1.1The Uptown Design Characteristics:The proposed building is 55m in height and will • Mid-rise and tall buildings to accommodate full require an amendment to the height map. The build-out and to capitalize on market and zoning height of the building enables it to accommodate a provisions for commercial and residential density. mixture of commercial and residential uses, therefore, increasing the residential density in the area. The building is proposing to include approximately 93 housing units with commercial space on the bottom three floors. • Prominent heritage buildings to inform new, The design of the building acknowledges the contemporary built form elements and infill prominence of the surrounding red brick heritage opportunities. construction located in the adjacent Trinity Royal Heritage Conservation Area through utilizing it as the primary façade material on the first 3-4 storeys. The building takes inspiration from the historic City Market. This includes aligning the Charlotte Street building setback with that of the City Market; utilizing red brick cladding on the first 3-4 storeys of the rd storey cornice of the City building to align with the 3 Market and incorporating an arched doorway which responds to the doors/windows on the City Market. • Where appropriate, buildings will incorporate non-The buildingwill incorporate ground floor residential ground floor uses to maintain and commercial uses, which will help ensure an active enhance a vibrant, pedestrian-oriented urban streetscape. environment, animating the public realm. • Street wall heights are regulated through setbacks The buildingwas designed to align its King Street and and step backs to maintain a comfortable, human-Charlotte Street setbacks with those of the adjacent scaled built environment. buildings, thus ensuring a consistent street wall. As shown in the Charlotte Street façade, the first 3 storeys of the building have incorporated a traditional red brick design, with portions of the façade being developed in a contemporary material in a limestone colour. In lieu of providing step backs, the design incorporates the use of cornices to provide a visual rd and separation. Cornices are placed between the 3 th 4 storeys, further defining the transition between the traditional red brick design of the first 3 storeys and the contemporary design of the upper storeys. th An additional cornice is placed between the 10 and th 11 storeys, creating an additional visual break in the façade. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review The colour palette for the building will also incorporate additional visual separation. The change in colours will align with the placement of the cornices and will be as follows: Floors 1-3: Red brick and contemporary materials in a limestone colour Floors 4-10: contemporary materials in a limestone colour Floors 11-12: contemporary materials in a charcoal colour. • Corner buildings feature well-designed entrances The building features a more traditional red brick that transition the corner. style design located on the lower storeys of both the Charlotte Street and King Street façades. Both façades feature prominent arched entrances that incorporate 2 storeys and features a sandstone type trim. • New infill development will feature a mix of uses The development will be a mixed-usecommercial and high quality design which will maintain and and residential building. The upper storeys enhance urban form. incorporate a contemporary design and a neutral colour palette, which is subordinate to the traditional red brick style design of the lower storeys. • A mix of structured and dense, on-street parking to The building includes a structured, interior parking accommodate residents, employees, and visitors. area which will primarily accommodate residential tenants of the building. On-street parking and nearby public parking lots will provide additional parking for employees, residents and visitors to the building. Growth Concepts King’s Square is a critical public space located in the Reinforce the Symbolic Heart of the Central Peninsula – heart of the Central Peninsula. 91 King Street has King’s Square been earmarked as a key site for redevelopment, King’s Square is framed by iconic and historic which will help frame King’s Square. buildings such as the Imperial Theatre, the University Two prominent design elements were inspired by the of New Brunswick Saint John building, the City surrounding buildings that frame King’s Square: Market, the Admiral Beatty, the Court House, and the Red brick is a traditional building material Irving Oil Limited Home Office. Existing vacant lots located throughout the Trinity Royal Heritage and buildings inconsistent with the overall character Conservation Area and is featured as a primary and quality of the predominant architectural fabric façade material of the City Market and the and landscape represent significant redevelopment Service New Brunswick building. opportunities. These include 91 King Street, 59 King’s Cream/beige/light grey colours are featured in Square North and the adjacent parking lot, and the a number of prominent buildings that frame parking lot south of the Royal Bank of Canada. King’s Square including the University of New Loyalist Burial Ground, adjacent to King’s Square, is a Brunswick Building, the former Courthouse, the historic site that speaks to the history of the City and Old No. 2 Engine House Museum and the provides opportunity for passive recreation. The Imperial Theatre. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review Golden Ball Building frames the north edge of the burial ground and Union Street. An adjacent parking lot creates a gap in the framing around King’s Square, creating potential for transformative development like the installation of educational or cultural institutions. 3.0 Building Design Goals The buildingwas designed to align its King Street and 2. Use design to reinforce the human scale and sense Charlotte Street setbacks with those of the adjacent of place. buildings, thus ensuring a consistent street wall. As shown in the Charlotte Street façade, the first 3 storeys of the building have incorporated a traditional red brick design with sandstone type trim. In lieu of providing step backs, the design incorporates the use of cornices to provide a visual separation. rdth Cornices are placed between the 3 and 4 storeys, further defining the transition between the traditional red brick design of the first 3 storeys and the contemporary design of the upper storeys. An thth additional cornice is placed between the 10 and 11 storeys, creating an additional visual break in the façade. 3. Drive densityto the neighbourhoods of the Central The building is proposing to include 93 one-to-two- Peninsula to realize the growth targets. bedroom housing units. This will contribute to the goal established in the CPSP to established 1,200 to 1,500 new residential units within the Central Peninsula. 5. Recognizing the importance of the Uptown The design of the building acknowledges the Neighbourhood as the City’s Central Business District prominence of the surrounding red brick heritage by ensuring high quality architecture and design construction located in the adjacent Trinity Royal elements in new and adaptive-reuse developments. Heritage Conservation Area through utilizing it as the primary façade material on the first 3-4 storeys. The building takes inspiration from the historic City Market. This includes aligning the Charlotte Street building setback with that of the City Market; utilizing red brick cladding on the first 3-4 storeys of the rd storey cornice of the City building to align with the 3 Market and incorporating an arched doorway which is reminiscent of the doors/windows on the City Market. 6. Bolster an animated public realm by dictating The building will feature ground floor commercial active ground floor uses in appropriate areas. uses which will help ensure an active and animated public realm. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review 3.2 Building Height The proposed development will require an BD-4 Consider proposals for development that amendment to Schedule G (Central Peninsula exceed the Zoning Bylaw provisions for height on the Maximum Building Height Map) of the Zoning By-law Central Peninsula through an amendment to the to increase the overall building height. The Height Zoning Bylaw. In evaluating such proposals Map currently allows building heights from 28 metres consideration shall be given to the following criteria: to 42 metres on the subject property. The request is • The proposed height variance does not to allow for an approximate height of 55 metres. negatively impact pedestrian street conditions The proposed development isreplacing two recently and sun exposure and wind impacts are demolished buildings, which formed part of an considered through the design. established streetscape. The requirement for a Wind • The general intent and purpose of Plan SJ, this Study to assess the incremental impacts of the Secondary Plan, and supporting Bylaws is additional height is being proposed as a condition for maintained. the height amendment. The applicant has submitted shadow mapping for the longest and shortest days of the year (June 21 and December 21). st The June 21images indicate that: The majority of morning shadowing will impact adjacent buildings (e.g. City Market) The afternoon shadowing will impact the north-west corner of King’s square. st The December 21 images indicate that: The morning shadowing will impact the adjacent buildings to the north (e.g City Market). The afternoon shadowing will impact the buildings and intersection located to the north-east (e.g. the Charlotte Street-King Street intersection). BD-5 Direct new tall buildings to areas where height The proposed building is located on the northwest currently exists, where height can be accommodated corner of Charlotte Street and King Street, directly seamlessly, or where height is insulated from existing west of King’s Square. The building has been neighbourhoods due to topography or other site designed to incorporate the change in elevation conditions. along King Street, which includes the establishment of an additional floor at the most western portion of the property. The proposed building is located within close proximity to the Irving Oil Home Office. The 11- storey office building is located on the south side of King’s Square at the corner of King Square South and Sydney Street. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review 3.3 Building Envelope and Massing The proposed development is replacing two recently BD-7 Ensure the massing of buildings considers and demolished buildings, which formed part of an protects the pedestrian street level experience, established streetscape. The requirement for a Wind including sky views and sunlight penetration to the Study to assess the incremental impacts of the street while minimize wind. additional height is being proposed as a condition for the height amendment. The applicant has submitted shadow mapping for the longest and shortest days of the year (June 21 and December 21). st The June 21images indicate that: The majority of morning shadowing will impact adjacent buildings (e.g. City Market) The afternoon shadowing will impact the north-west corner of King’s square. st The December 21 images indicate that: The morning shadowing will impact the adjacent buildings to the north (e.g City Market). The afternoon shadowing will impact the buildings and intersection located to the north-east (e.g. the Charlotte Street-King Street intersection). 3.4 Street Wall The buildingwas designed to align its King Street and BD-11 Outside of the Trinity Royal Heritage Charlotte Street setbacks with those of the adjacent Conservation Area, ensure street wall heights buildings, thus ensuring a consistent street wall. maintain a comfortable, human scaled street As shown in the Charlotte Street façade, the first 3 enclosure, generally a maximum of five storeys in storeys of the building have incorporated a commercial areas and two storeys in residential traditional red brick design. In lieu of providing step neighbourhoods. backs, the design incorporates the use of cornices to provide a visual separation. rdth Cornices are placed between the 3 and 4 storeys, further defining the transition between the traditional red brick design of the first 3 storeys and the contemporary design of the upper storeys. An thth additional cornice is placed between the 10 and 11 storeys, creating an additional visual break in the façade. 3.5 Setbacks The building has been designed to ensure that the BD-12 Establish provisions in the Zoning By-law to Charlotte Street setback will align with the City ensure the street wall of new development continue Market. The King Street setback will align with the the prevailing setback pattern of the block face. adjacent buildings. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review PlanSJ Applicable Policy Rationale Uptown Primary Centre The proposed mixed-use development will Policy LU-20 incorporate commercial uses on the lower floors and Ensure new construction in the Uptown is sensitive to 93 residential units on the upper floors. its historic surroundings and neighbourhood context; The design of the building acknowledges the however, modern expressions of architecture in the prominence of the surrounding red brick heritage Uptown will also be encouraged. construction located in the adjacent Trinity Royal Policy LU-23 Heritage Conservation Area through utilizing it as the Encourage the application of high quality urban primary façade material on the first 3-4 storeys. design standards for development within the Uptown The building takes inspiration from the historic City Primary Centre by incorporating the Urban Design Market. This includes aligning the Charlotte Street Principles, established in the Municipal Plan, which building setback with that of the City Market; utilizing support mixed-use urban forms of development. red brick cladding material on the first 3-4 storeys of rd the building to align with the 3 storey cornice of the City Market and incorporating an arched doorway which is reminiscent of the doors/windows on the City Market. Policy LU-24 The building will feature ground floor commercial Encourage and facilitate commercial development uses on both Charlotte Street and King Street, which opportunities at the street level by creating active will help ensure an active and animated public realm. and transparent storefronts, where appropriate. The parking garage access has been placed on the South Market façade, thus helping to maximize the commercial uses on King Street and Charlotte Street. 4.1 Urban Design Goals The proposed development will be a mixed-use 1. Ensure all development and significant commercial-residential building. The ground floor redevelopment within the City contributes positively commercial uses will be consistent with the to the structure and urban form of the City through established land use patterns along both Charlotte all aspects of its design. Street and King Street. Through the establishment of a mixed-use building, it will ensure that the main 2. Reinforce the sense of place and distinct character floor will contribute to the overall commercial of the City’s diverse Stable Areas, Centres and streetscape of the surrounding area. Neighbourhood Intensification Areas. 3. Encourage attention to civic design, architectural The design of the building acknowledges the quality and excellence to foster the creation of prominence of the surrounding red brick heritage distinctive, contemporary development and construction located in the adjacent Trinity Royal redevelopment that is well-suited to its time and Heritage Conservation Area through utilizing it as the place. primary façade material on the first 3-4 storeys. The building takes inspiration from the historic City Market. This includes aligning the Charlotte Street building setback with that of the City Market; utilizing red brick cladding on the first 3-4 storeys of the rd building to align with the 3 storey corniceof the City 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review Market and incorporating an arched doorway which is reminiscent of the doors/windows on the City Market. 6. Provide flexibility in urban design with the intent to The proposed development will be utilizing South encourage innovative design solutions that respond Market in order to provide parking garage access, to the unique conditions or project. rather than establishing a new access point off of either Charlotte Street or King Street. The proposed loading zone will be established directly south of South Market, essentially widening the existing access from Charlotte Street. This design element will enable increased manoeuverability for large delivery trucks attempting to access the development. 4.2 The Public Realm The Charlotte Street façade of the building will have Policy UD-2 an increased front yard setback, aligning with the Recognize that streets, rights-of-way and sidewalks setback of the adjacent City Market. are significant public places and, accordingly, their During the demolition of the previous buildings, 5 design should balance their multiple roles and trees were removed along Charlotte Street. The functions by ensuring that they, whenever possible, developer is required to replace these trees with 5 can: street trees. c. Contribute to the greening of the City with appropriate street trees and landscaping; Policy UD-9 The buildingwas designed to align its King Street and Ensure all development proposals generally conform Charlotte Street setbacks with those of the adjacent to the following General Urban Design Principles: buildings, thus ensuring a consistent street wall. a. That new development respect and reinforce the As shown in the Charlotte Street façade, the first 3 existing and planned context in which it is located storeys of the building have incorporated a through appropriate setbacks, landscaping, buildings traditional red brick design, with portions of the entrances, building massing, architectural style and façade being developed in a contemporary material building materials. Specifically, the built-form of new in a limestone colour. In lieu of providing step backs, development shall be designed to achieve the the design incorporates the use of cornices to following objectives for specific areas of the City: provide a visual separation. rdth ii. In the Primary Centre and Neighbourhood Cornices are placed between the 3 and 4 storeys, Intensification Areas, as identified on the City further defining the transition between the Structure map (Schedule A), new development traditional red brick design of the first 3 storeys and will be located and organized to frame and the contemporary design of the upper storeys. An thth support the surrounding public realm and additional cornice is placed between the 10 and 11 massed to fit harmoniously into the surrounding storeys, creating an additional visual break in the environment, including appropriate transitions façade. in height and massing to areas of lower intensity The colour palette for the building will also development, as set out in Policy UD-11; incorporate additional visual separation. The change 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review in colours will align with the placement of the cornices and will be as follows: Floors 1-3: Red brick and contemporary materials in a limestone colour Floors 4-10: contemporary materials in a limestone colour Floors 11-12: contemporary materials in a charcoal colour. b. Locating building entrances facing the public The building will feature entrances accessible from street; both Charlotte Street and King Street. c. Designing sites to incorporate existing natural The development site is located at the corner of King features and topography; Street and Charlotte Street. King Street slopes westward, toward the waterfront. The proposed building has been designed to incorporate the change in grade. e. Incorporating innovations in built form, aesthetics The design of the building features design and building function to encourage high quality components that are inspired in general by the contemporary design that will form the next surrounding red brick buildings located in the generation of heritage; adjacent Trinity Royal Heritage Conservation Area. The building takes specific inspiration from the historic City Market. This includes aligning the Charlotte Street building setback with that of the City Market; utilizing red brick cladding on the first 3-4 rd storeys of the building to align with the 3 storey cornice of the City Market and incorporating an arched doorway which is reminiscent of the doors/windows on the City Market. The building façade materials have been influenced by the surrounding neighbourhood and incorporate both traditional and contemporary materials. The main façades of the building will incorporate 2 types of cladding: A red brick material will be used on the commercial storeys and provide a contemporary method to honour the red brick of the surrounding heritage buildings. The residential portion of the building will feature contemporary materials, with the majority of residential floors featuring a limestone colour reminiscent of several buildings that frame King’s Square. The upper two storeys will feature the same material but in a charcoal colour palette. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review A sandstone type trim will be featured alongside the red brick material to provide accent treatment to the windows and entryways of the lower 3-4 storeys. f. Where appropriate and desirable, encouraging The building will feature ground floor commercial active pedestrian-oriented uses and a high level of uses which will help ensure an active and animated transparency at grade to reinforce and help animate public realm. the public realm; h. Using quality, durable building materials and a The building materials being utilized on the building consistent level of design and detail for all elements façade have been influenced by the surrounding of the building; neighbourhood and incorporate both traditional and contemporary materials. The main façades of the building will incorporate 2 types of cladding: A red brick material will be used on the commercial storeys and provide a contemporary method to honour the red brick of the surrounding heritage buildings. The residential portion of the building will feature contemporary materials, with the majority of residential floors featuring a limestone colour reminiscent of several buildings that frame King’s Square. The upper two storeys will feature the same material but in a charcoal colour palette. A sandstone type trim will be featured alongside the red brick material to provide accent treatment to the windows and entryways of the lower 3-4 storeys. i. Designing for visual interest by incorporating well-The design of the building acknowledges the articulated building façades, landscaping, local prominences of the surrounding red brick heritage history, public art and/or culture into sites and construction located in the adjacent Trinity Royal buildings; Heritage Conservation Area through utilizing it as the primary façade material on the first 3-4 storeys. The building takes inspiration from the historic City Market. This includes aligning the Charlotte Street building setback with that of the City Market; utilizing red brick cladding on the first 3-4 storeys of the rd building to align with the 3 storey cornice of the City Market and incorporating an arched doorway which is reminiscent of the doors/windows on the City Market. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review j. Directing high-rise buildings to appropriate areas The proposed development is located in an area of and ensuring their design is sensitive to the the Uptown which features higher elevations and has neighbourhood and/or heritage context; previously been developed with high-rise buildings. Within the Central Peninsula, several existing high- rise buildings currently shape the landscape. The following are some notable examples located within 2 blocks from the development site: The Irving Oil Home Office located on King Street is 11 storeys and 59m tall. Brunswick Square Office Tower located on Germain Street is 19 storeys and 80.8m tall. In addition, by placing high-rise buildings further away from the waterfront, it helps ensure that development steps down to the waterfront. l. Designing sites and buildings according to the Crime The proposed building will be mixed use residential Prevention through Environment Design (CPTED) and commercial building. The main floor will feature principles to promote safety and security, in balance commercial uses, which establishes an active ground with other urban design goals; and floor and will encourage pedestrian activity. The residential floors will feature balconies. These balconies will encourage residents to utilize outdoor space and will foster the CPTED concept of “eyes on the street”, allowing for natural surveillance of the public realm. m. Locating and screening parking and loading The building is incorporating interior parking that will facilities so they are generally not visible from the not be visible from the public realm. street, particularly in Centres and Neighbourhood Intensification Areas; p. Design sites and building accesses that are barrier-The building will be constructed to meet the free, convenient and have clear signage; and requirements of the National Building Code of Canada. q. Generally locating surface parking, outdoor The loading zone for the commercial area and the storage, loading and other service areas at the rear or entrance to the interior parking area is located side of the property and buffering or screening these adjacent to South Market, which is the only façade of functions from adjacent properties and the public the building that is neither directly adjacent to a realm. neighbouring building or is a street facing façade. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review Policy UD-11 The buildingwas designed to align its King Street and Ensure that new development and significant Charlotte Street setbacks with those of the adjacent redevelopment in Neighbourhood Intensification buildings, thus ensuring a consistent street wall. Areas and Primary Centres will be designed to As shown in the Charlotte Street façade, the first 3 enhance the surrounding public realm and to storeys of the building have incorporated a complement the existing context while providing traditional red brick design, with portions of the opportunities for intensification, where appropriate. façade being developed in a contemporary material In particular, development will demonstrate due in a limestone colour. consideration to: In lieu of providing step backs, the design a. Designing sites and buildings for people as the incorporates the use of cornices to provide a visual primary focus and with setbacks that are generally rd separation. Cornices are placed between the 3 and consistent with those of adjacent buildings; th 4 storeys, further defining the transition between b. Creating animated, active streetscapes with the traditional red brick design of the first 3 storeys interesting façades and human scale buildings and and the contemporary design of the upper storeys. th setbacks, particularly at the street level. Within the An additional cornice is placed between the 10 and th Uptown and other Urban Neighbourhood 11 storeys, creating an additional visual break in the Intensification Areas, development should generally façade. establish a human scale street wall with an The colour palette for the building will also appropriate ratio between the street incorporate additional visual separation. The change wall height of the building and the width of the in colours will align with the placement of the street; cornices and will be as follows: Floors 1-3: Red brick and contemporary materials in a limestone colour Floors 4-10: contemporary materials in a limestone colour Floors 11-12: contemporary materials in a charcoal colour. c. Where appropriate, ensure heritage streetscapes The subject site is located across the street (King and Heritage Conservation Areas are reinforced with Street) from the Trinity Royal Heritage Conservation compatibly scaled and designed development; Area and is located adjacent to the City Market on Charlotte Street. As the building is located outside of the City’s Heritage Conservation Areas, it is not required to meet the specific design requirements for those areas. Despite this, the design of the building honours the surrounding heritage landscape through the use of red brick cladding and is prominently featured in the design of the lower floors which has been influenced by the design and scale of the City Market. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review d. Providing active ground floor uses and avoiding The building will feature ground floor commercial blank façades. Along commercial streets in the uses which will help ensure an active and animated Uptown Primary Centre in particular, commercial public realm. uses shall be strongly encouraged at the ground floor of buildings with a high degree of transparency at grade to animate the public realm; e. Strongly encourage new development to provide The lower 3 storeys of the proposed building have ground floor ceiling heights that are consistent with taken inspiration from the City Market in regards to the ground floor ceiling heights of adjacent buildings; window patterning, public entrances, and the height of the red brick portion of the building. g. Defining appropriate standards for above grade The proposed building is an infill development which step-backs and separation distances of buildings to will primarily maintain the footprint of the previous ensure adequate street level conditions with respect two buildings. The one exception is the proposed to minimizing wind and maximizing sun penetration front yard setback that will align with the front and sky exposure; façade of the City Market. The requirement for a Wind Study to assess the incremental impacts of the additional height is being proposed as a condition for the height amendment. The applicant has submitted shadow mapping for the longest and shortest days of the year (June 21 and December 21). st The June 21images indicate that: The majority of morning shadowing will impact adjacent buildings (e.g. City Market) The afternoon shadowing will impact the north-west corner of King’s square. st The December 21 images indicate that: The morning shadowing will impact the adjacent buildings to the north (e.g City Market). The afternoon shadowing will impact the buildings and intersection located to the north-east (e.g. Service New Brunswick Building and the Charlotte Street-King Street intersection). h. Generally locating building entrances to connect The building will feature a prominent front entrance directly to the public street network and clearly on both Charlotte and King Street. The 2 entrances articulating the building entrance; have been designed to be framed with 2 storey arches to create prominent entryways. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review k. Designing for active and alternative modes of The building site is located across Charlotte Street transportation by providing convenient access to from a prominent City transit stop. This will allow the buildings from transit stops, including bicycle parking future residents to have easy access to the City’s and end-of-trip facilities where appropriate, and mid-transit network. block pedestrian connections where possible; In addition, the building is located adjacent to the City Market, which provides users with access to City’s pedway system. This provides pedestrians with easy access to multiple buildings no matter the weather conditions. l. Designing sites and buildings to facilitate social The proposed development will incorporate a front interaction by including patios, courtyards, plazas and yard setback to ensure that the front façade of the sidewalk amenity space wherever possible to enliven building aligns with the adjacent City Market. the public or semi-public realm; As the proposed development will feature direct access onto South Market, the developer will be working with the City to ensure that the design and functionality of South Market and the loading dock will support the Pedestrianization of South Market, as well as broader community events such as the Night Market. n. Including a variety of uses in buildings and/or sites The building is proposed as a mixed use residential to allow for a diversity of uses and users; and and commercial building. o. Encouraging shared elements between uses such The proposed development will be utilizing South as parking, entrances, landscaping and amenity Market in order to provide parking garage access, spaces. rather than establishing a new access point off of either Charlotte Street or King Street. This will help ensure that the design of the Charlotte Street and King Street façades will emphasize an active pedestrian realm. The proposed loading zone will be established directly south of South Market, essentially widening the existing street access from Charlotte Street. This design element will enable increased manoeuverability for large delivery trucks attempting to access the development. 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review Policy UD-12 The proposed development will be utilizing South Ensure that in Neighbourhood Intensification Areas Market in order to provide parking garage access, and Primary Centres, new development and rather than establishing a new access point off of significant redevelopment will locate and organize either Charlotte Street or King Street. vehicle parking, access and service areas to minimize The proposed loading zone will be established their impact on surrounding properties and the directly south of South Market, essentially widening public realm by: the existing street access from Charlotte Street. This a. Sharing services, including public and private design element will enable increased driveways, parking and service areas wherever manoeuverability for large delivery trucks attempting possible and where zoning permits; to access the development. d. Providing underground parking where possible; The building will feature interior parking that will not be visible to the public. f. Generally locating surface parking, outdoor The building design does not feature surface parking storage, loading and other service areas at the rear or or outdoor storage. The buildings’ loading area and side of the property and buffering or screening these parkade access will be accessible through South functions from adjacent properties and the public Market and have been set back from the Charlotte realm; Street façade. This enables these areas to be buffered by the surrounding buildings. 5.1 Neighbourhoods & Housing Goals The proposed mixed-use building is an infill 1. Provide an appropriate range of housing types, development which utilizes existing city unit sizes, affordability and form of ownership at infrastructure including streets and water and sewer various densities and scales that meet the needs and line. The development site is also located in close income levels of current and future residents of the proximity to public transit, community greenspaces City. (King’s Square and the Loyalist Burial Ground), and other public facilities (e.g. City Market, Service New 2. Promote building designs and densities for new Brunswick, City Hall and Canada Games Aquatic housing which efficiently use land, resources, Centre). infrastructure and public facilities, and support and contribute to safe, vibrant and pedestrian-friendly The proposed development will incorporate streetscapes and neighbourhoods. commercial space with 93 residential units. The units will include 1- and 2-bedroom floorplans, with larger 3. Support opportunities to increase the quality of 2 bedroom units available on the upper 2 floors. The available housing, particularly with respect to the ground floor commercial uses will help ensure a existing rental stock available in core vibrant and active streetscape. The introduction of neighbourhoods. new residential units will continue to support the growth of the Uptown neighbourhood. 8.7 Parking The building will feature interior parking that will not Policy TM-61 be visible to the public. The parking provided will be Encourage the construction of underground parking for the use of the building tenants. A variety of public and multi-level parking structures for new parking options are available within the facility of this developments, and where possible such parking development. facilities should provide publicly accessible parking as well. Council shall encourage facilities facing public streets and/or Harbour Passage to have active uses 91 King Street Neighbourhood Plan and PlanSJ Review or well-designed façades at grade to ensure an attractive pedestrian atmosphere. Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendement Re: 85-87 and 91 King Street Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider amending the City of Saint John Zoning By-law at its regular meeting to be held in the Council Chambers on Monday, August 23, 2021, at 6:30 p.m., by: 1. -law of The City of Saint John, by increasing the maximum building height of PID No. 00037093, located at 85-87 King Street, from 28 metres to 55 metres and PID No. 00039982, located at 91 King Street from 42 metres to 55 metres, as illustrated below REASON FOR CHANGE: To construct a 12-storey building The proposed amendment may be inspected by any interested person at the office of the Common Clerk, or in the office of Growth and Community Development Services, City Hall, 15 Market Square, Saint John, N.B. between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, inclusive, holidays excepted. Written objections to the amendment may be sent to the undersigned at City Hall. If you require French services for a Common Council meeting, please contact the office of the Common Clerk. Jonathan Taylor, Common Clerk (506) 658-2862 Projet de modification du Objet : 85-87 et 91 rue King Par les présentes, un avis public est donné par lequel le conseil communal de The City of Saint Saint John, lors de la réunion ordinaire qui se tiendra dans la salle du conseil le lundi, 23 août 2021 à 18 h 30 : 1. Modifier l'annexe «G», Plan de zonage de la ville de Saint John, en augmentant la hauteur maximale du bâtiment du NID 00037093, située au 85-87, rue King, de 28 mètres à 55 mètres et du NID 00039982, située au 91, rue King, de 42 mètres à 55 mètres RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: Pour construire un immeuble de 12 étages Toute personne intéressée peut examiner le projet de modification au bureau du greffier communal ou au bureau du service de la croissance et du développement communautaire à -Brunswick., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours fériés. Veuillez faire part de vos objection Si vous avez besoin des services en français pour une réunion de Conseil Communal, veuillez contacter le bureau du greffier communal. Jonathan Taylor, greffier communal (506) 658-2862 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-XARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-XARRÊTÉ A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- LAW DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ARRÊTÉ O N C.P. 111-X Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Lors d'une réunion du conseil Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John enacted on the fifteenth day of L'arrêté sur le zonage de The December, A.D. 2014, is amended by: City of Saint John, décrété le quinze (15) décembre 2014, est modifié par : 1. 1. Modifier l'annexe «G», Plan de By-law of The City of Saint John, by zonage de la ville de Saint John, en increasing the maximum building augmentant la hauteur maximale du height of PID Nos. 00037093 and bâtiment des NIDs 00037093 et 00039982, from 28 and 42 metres to 55 00039982 de 28 mètres et 42 mètres metres. à 55 mètres. - all as shown on the plan attached hereto - toutes les modifications sont and forming part of this by-law. indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John has caused the Corporate Common EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a Seal of the said City to be affixed to this by-law fait apposer son sceau communal sur le the X day of September, A.D. 2021 and signed présent arrêté le X septembre 2021, avec by: les signatures suivantes : _______________________________________ Mayor/Maire ______________________________________ Common Clerk/Greffier communal First Reading - X Première lecture - X Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X August 23, 2021 Common Council Presentation 7 Sherwood Drive / 131 Champlain Drive Growth & Community Services Proposal Rezone CL to RM 2 Proposal Rezone CL to RM 3 Ground Floor Proposal 4 Second Floor Proposal 5 \[caption\] Site & Neighbourhood 6 127 Champlain Dr - 121 Site & Neighbourhood 7 \[caption\] 127 Champlain Dr - 121 Site & Neighbourhood 8 131 Champlain Dr Site & Neighbourhood 9 Champlain Dr Rotary Site & Neighbourhood 10 Sherwood Dr Site & Neighbourhood 11 7 Sherwood Dr Site & Neighbourhood 12 Municipal Plan 13 Zoning Local Commercial 14 neighbourhood bedroom units provide - 88 - Zoning Policy LU Desirable land use and contributes positively to the Six of the seven units accessed via Champlain Drive largely mitigates a negative impact to the neighbourhood. Small, oneaffordable options for students and seniors.15 neighbourhood 88 - Zoning Policy LU Desirable land use and contributes positively to the Compatible with surrounding land uses The proposal would remove a commercial use and conform with the largely residential neighbourhood, mostly R1, but with instances of RM zoned property.16 neighbourhood 88 - Zoning Policy LU Desirable land use and contributes positively to the Compatible with surrounding land usesAvailable services All servicing can be provided.17 neighbourhood 88 - Zoning Policy LU Desirable land use and contributes positively to the Compatible with surrounding land usesAvailable servicesSite design features address safe access, buffering, landscaping No alterations to the site are proposed. 18 neighbourhood 88 - Zoning Policy LU Desirable land use and contributes positively to the Compatible with surrounding land usesAvailable servicesSite design features address safe access, buffering, landscaping High quality exterior building design 19 neighbourhood 88 - Zoning Policy LU Does not detract from growth goals Desirable land use and contributes positively to the Compatible with surrounding land usesAvailable servicesSite design features address safe access, buffering, landscaping High quality exterior building design 20 Variances Minimum Gross Floor Area 21 website. Engagement public notice posted on the City’s , , letters sent to all property owners letters received from the public. 3 July 6 July 19 within 100 metres of the subject property. 22 On On of the rezoning favour PAC Meeting , PAC voted in requested number of units permit to correct unit deficiencies July 20 reading is recommended to be withheld until rd the new property owner applies for a building over the history of illegal units on the property 3 On Despite this history, the property can support the 1 member of the public attended, raising concern 23 • • • • Rise Residential (RM); - PAC Recommendation Rezone property from Local Commercial (CL) to MidDischarge existing condition; and,Impose Section 59 conditions: 24 Limit property to a maximum of 7 unitsSubmission of detailed site planSubmission of building permit prior to third reading 1.2.3.••• Rise Residential (RM); - Staff Recommendation Rezone property from Local Commercial (CL) to MidDischarge existing condition; and,Impose Section 59 conditions: 25 Limit property to a maximum of 7 unitsSubmission of detailed site planSubmission of building permit prior to third reading 1.2.3.••• Date:July 16, 2021 To:PlanningAdvisory Committee From:Growth &Community Services Meeting:July 20, 2021 SUBJECT Applicant:Windrose Equity Inc. Landowner:Beverly Mills Location:7 Sherwood Drive/131 Champlain Drive PID:00324012 PlanDesignation:Stable Residential Existing Zoning:Local Commercial (CL) Proposed Zoning:Mid-Rise Residential (RM) Application Type:Rezoningand Section 59 Amendment Jurisdiction:TheCommunity Planning Actauthorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to the Zoning By-law. Common Council will consider the Committeerecommendation at a public hearing onMonday,August 23, 2021. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The application is to rezone property at 7 Sherwood Drive/131 Champlain Drive for the purpose of legalizing three additional residential units. The property is currently limited to a maximum of Page 1of6 Windrose Equity Inc7 Sherwood DriveJuly 16, 2021 four dwelling units by a condition imposed in a previous rezoning. The application would provide for a total of seven units. RECOMMENDATION 1. That Common Council rezone a parcel of land having an area of approximately 1,218 square metres, located at 7 Sherwood Drive and 131 Champlain Drive, also identified as PID Number 00324012, from Local Commercial (CL) to Mid-Rise Residential (RM). 2. That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act (SNB 2017, c.19), hereby discharges the resolution adopted on December 23, 2013 imposed on the rezoning of a parcel of land located at 7 Sherwood Drive also identified as being PID Number 00324012 and which was made pursuant to the provisions of Section 39 of the Community Planning Act in effect at that time (RSNB 1973 as amended). 3. That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act (SNB 2017, c.19), impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an area of approximately 1,218 square metres, located at 7 Sherwood Drive and 131 Champlain Drive, also identified as PID Number 00324012: (a) The property is to be limited to a maximum of seven (7) residential dwelling units; (b) The development and use of the parcel of land be in accordance with detailed site plan and floor plans, prepared by the proponent and subject to the approval of the Development Officer, illustrating the location of garbage enclosures, driveway accesses, vehicle parking, landscaping, amenity spaces, and other such site features; (c) The above site plan is to be attached to the permit application for the development of the parcel of land; and, 4. That Common Council withhold third reading and adoption of the proposed rezoning is not given until the applicant submits a building permit including but not limited tothe following: dimensioned floor plans, a site plan, and cross section details for wall/ceiling assemblies that illustrate required improvements to meet the 2015 National Building DECISION HISTORY On January 29, 1996, Common Council denied an application to rezone the property - to permit 5 dwelling units. Inspection of the property had revealed a total of six dwelling units in the building, in addition to a beauty salon. Page 2of 6 Windrose Equity Inc7 Sherwood DriveJuly 16, 2021 On December 23, 2013, Common Council rezoned the pro- limited to a maximum of four and that all outstanding violations are to be corrected by the property owner. The purpose of the application was to reduce a non-conforming 6 dwelling unit mixed use building to four dwelling units and a commercial space. Today, the property no longer has a commercial use. The unit formerly housing a hairstyling salon has been converted to a small one-bedroom apartment. ANALYSIS Proposal Windrose Equity Inc. is proposing, as part of the purchase of the subject property, to rezone the property from Local Commercial (CL) to Mid-Rise Residential (RM). The purpose of the application is to enable seven dwelling units on the property. Although current conditions limit the property to four units, three additional units have been illegally established, including the conversion of a commercial space into a residential unit. No significant changes are proposed to the building or property. The proposal would legalize the existing configuration with six 1- bedroom apartments accessed via Champlain Drive and one 3-bedroom apartment accessed via Sherwood Drive (Submission 2). Variances would be required to permit Units 5 and 6, which are undersized and do not meet the Minimum Gross Floor Area requirement for a 1-bedroom dwelling unit. Site and Neighbourhood The subject property is formerly a mixed residential and commercial property located in the Champlain Heights neighbourhood of East Saint John. The property is a corner lot with a combined 75 metres of frontage along Champlain Drive and Sherwood Drive. The Champlain Heights neighbourhood mostly consists of single-family homes built during the 1960s. Sherwood Drive is a local street which uniformly demonstrates this pattern of development. With one access located off Sherwood Drive, the property has the appearance of a single-family home on this frontage. On the Champlain Drive side, the property is adjacent to a personal service business and the Champlain Heights school. Champlain Drive serves as a collector street that connects Loch Lomond Road to Grandview Avenue. Municipal Plan and Rezoning The Municipal Plan provides criteria for evaluating rezoning applications. Schedule B of the Municipal Plan designates the property as These areas are existing serviced neighbourhoods that may contain a variety of housing forms and densities. Stable Residential areas are intended to evolve over time, but new and redeveloped land uses should reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution to the neighbourhood. Thus, the existing neighbourhood context and compatibility with Municipal Plan goals such as land use, housing and neighbourhoods are the primary factors that determine the suitability of new proposals within this designation. Page 3of 6 Windrose Equity Inc7 Sherwood DriveJuly 16, 2021 Policy LU-88 sets forward six criteria for the assessment of rezoning applications in Stable Residential areas: a) Desirability and positive contribution to the neighbourhood of the proposed land use: The issue of illegal units on the property appears to be a longstanding one, going back to the 1990s. This issue is part of a broader trend in the neighbourhood. The persistence of illegal apartments in Champlain Heights has been documented largely in response to a housing need for students attending the nearby community college. Smaller sized one-bedroom apartments provide an affordable housing option for student populations and seniors. There is no indication of negative impact on the neighbourhood and no complaints have been recorded with respect to the property. Furthermore, the location of the property and its frontage mean that the property is uniquely positioned to accommodate the units more easily without impact to the neighbourhood. The property is largely screened from Sherwood Drive by landscaping. The property is large enough to provide sufficient on-site parking and as a collector road, Champlain Drive is suited to handle the proposal, without impact on local roads in the vicinity. b) Compatibility with Surrounding Land Uses: Overall, the proposal can maintain compatibility with the neighbourhood. The character of this section of Champlain Drive is institutional and mixed use. The subject property neighbours two commercially zoned properties and the Champlain Heights school to the north. The remainder of the building is buffered by landscaping so that the building gives the appearance of a single-family home along Sherwood Drive and fits in with the general appearance of the neighbourhood. The proposal would remove a commercial use in favour of a higher density residential zone to legalize three additional units. There are several properties zoned mid-rise residential in the neighbourhood near the community college. Overall, this rezoning provides an opportunity to legalize the units and ensure the property can safely be occupied and upgraded to meet all requirements of the National Building Code. Recognizing that the property has transformed piecemeal over the years from a single- family dwelling, staff propose capping the limit of units at seven. In capping the number of units, the property cannot be redeveloped in the future at a higher density than what currently exists. c) Available Services: The subject property is connected to city water and sewer and located on a transit route. d) Site and Building Design Features: The property is buffered well from adjacent properties. by an existing fence. To the north, the parking area is screened by a hedge. Page 4of 6 Windrose Equity Inc7 Sherwood DriveJuly 16, 2021 Section 59 Conditions Staff recommend capping the number of units at seven to not exceed the current level of density on site should the property be redeveloped. Staff also recommend that all outstanding compliance issues be dealt with through the application of a building permit prior to third reading. The Community Planning Act requires that third reading be given within six months of advertising the public hearing, which will ensure the improvements are applied for in a timely manner. These outstanding issues include upgrading the building to meet fire separation and exiting requirements of the 2015 National Building Code. The permit should also address requirements in the Zoning By-law such as location and screening of a garbage enclosure for the building. Variances Units 5 and 6 do not meet the community standard established for the minimum gross floor area of a dwelling unit within the Mid-Rise Residential (RM) Zone. The zone requires that a one- bedroom unit have a minimum gross floor area of 41 square metres (441 square feet). Therefore, a variance will be required after rezoning to permit two undersized dwelling units. Within the Zoning By-law this requirement ranges from 35 square metres to 41 square metres (illustrated below). Other communities, such as Fredericton, set an even smaller minimum gross floor area for a bachelor apartment at 28 square metres. Provided that all Building Code requirements can be satisfied, staff are supportive of this variance. Smaller units also desirable from the point of view of general affordability. The variance would be handled by the Development Officer subsequent to the rezoning process. Zone Minimum Gross Floor Area Bachelor / One Bedroom Unit Proposed Units 5 and 6 31 square metres (337 square feet) Urban Centre Residential (RC) Zone 35 square metres (376 square feet) High-Rise Residential (RH) Zone 37 square metres (398 square feet) Mid-Rise Residential (RM) Zone 41 square metres (441 square feet) Low-Rise Residential (RL) Zone 41 square metres (441 square feet) Conclusion The proposal can be supported based on number of units requested, with six units being accessed off Champlain Drive. The proposal provides for small, affordable units to meet a documented housing need in the area. Withholding third reading until a building permit application is made will ensure that outstanding issues with Building Inspection will be addressed. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS The Committee could opt for a lower density zone, such as the Low-Rise Residential (RL) Zone. Within this zone, dwelling units are limited to a maximum of six. This would mean that Units 5 Page 5of 6 Windrose Equity Inc7 Sherwood DriveJuly 16, 2021 and 6 would need to be combinedto form a larger, 2-bedroom unit. Given the property can accommodate seven units, staff have proposed instead a rezoning to Mid-Rise Residential (RM), with a cap of seven units imposed on the property. ENGAGEMENT Public In accordof Procedure, notification of the proposal was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject propertyonJuly 6, 2021.The rezoning will be postedon the City of Saint John website onJuly 27, 2021. APPROVALSAND CONTACT AuthorManager/Senior PlannerCommissioner Andrew Reid, MCIP, RPPJennifer Kirchner, MCIP, RPPJacqueline Hamilton, MCIP, RPP Contact:Andrew Reid Telephone:(506) 658-4447 Email:Andy.Reid@saintjohn.ca Application:21-0074 APPENDIX Map 1:Site Location Map 2:Future Land Use Map3:Zoning Attachment 1: Site Photography Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy Review Submission 1:Site Plan Submission 2:Floor Plan Page 6of6 July 16, 2021 А {ŷĻƩǞƚƚķ 5ƩźǝĻ{ŷĻƩǞƚƚķ 5ƩźǝĻ / 131 Champlain Drive e Driv 7 Sherwood Site Photography ЊЌЊ /ŷğƒƦƌğźƓ 5ƩźǝĻ/ŷğƒƦƌğźƓ 5ƩźǝĻ Attachment 1 Attachment 2 –Plan Review7 Sherwood DriveJuly 16, 2021 Municipal Plan PolicyStaff Comment LU-87 The proposal reinforces the predominant Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential community character by removing a will evolve over time from a land use and built-form perspective but that new and redeveloped land uses commercial use. The seven units, six of which are to reinforce the predominant community character are small one-bedroom apartments are unlike and make a positive contribution to the the single-family homes along Sherwood neighbourhood. Drive. However, having six of the seven units accessed via Champlain Drive largely mitigates any negative impact to the neighbourhood. LU-88 a. For the reasons outline above, in Ensure that significant new development and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Residential addition to the maintenance of shall generally be permitted only through a rezoning smaller-sized units that may be more process where compliance is demonstrated with the affordable for students and seniors. following requirements: b. The proposal is situated adjacent R1, CL, and CFN land uses. Although the a. The proposed land use is desirable and contributes neighbourhood is predominantly positively to the neighbourhood; single family, there are instances of b. The proposal is compatible with surrounding land mid-rise residential (RM) zoning to uses; permit multi-residential units. With its c. The development is in a location where all necessary Champlain Drive frontage, the water and wastewater services, parks and recreation property is more uniquely positioned services, schools, public transit and other community to handle the increased number of facilities and protective services can readily and adequately be provided; units. c. All servicing can be provided. The d. Site design features that address such matters as development is located on a transit safe access, buffering and landscaping, site grading and stormwater management are incorporated; route, approximately 1 km from the community college, and 1.3 km from e. A high quality exterior building design is provided that Fire Station No. 2. is consistent with the Urban Design Principles in the Municipal Plan; and d. No alterations to the site are proposed. f. The proposal is on a property identified as a Corridor on the City Structure map (Schedule A) or does not e. Limited alterations are proposed to detract from the City’s intention to direct the majority of the exterior of the building and new residential development to the Primary Centres, therefore the guidelines are not Local Centres, and Intensification Areas. applicable. f. Given the small number of units, the proposal does not detract from the intensification area goals. 5.1(1) Neighbourhoods and Housing Goals The proposal consists of six one-bedroom Provide an appropriate range of housing types, unit units and one three-bedroom. The smaller sizes, affordability and form of ownership at various densities and scales that meet the needs and income sized units provide an increased level of levels of current and future residents of the City. affordability in a predominantly one-unit dwelling neighbourhood. Policy I-2 Attachment 2 –Plan Review7 Sherwood Drive July 16, 2021 In considering amendments to the Zoning Bylaw or the a. The proposal conforms with the imposition of terms and conditions, in addition to all intention of the Stable Residential other criteria set out in the various policies of the designation. Municipal Plan, have regard for the following: b. Not applicable; services are available. a. The proposal is in conformity with the goals, policies c. No conflicts in land use are and intent of the Municipal Plan and the requirements of foreseeable; Submission 1 indicates all City bylaws; there is ample space for on-site parking b. The proposal is not premature or inappropriate by reason of: off Champlain Drive. i. Financial inability of the City to absorb costs related to d. Not applicable – the proposal is not development and ensure efficient delivery of services, as within a flood risk area or wetland. determined through Policy I-7 and I-8; e. Not applicable. ii. The adequacy of central wastewater or water services f. The proposal will be required to meet all and storm drainage measures; requirements of the 2015 National iii. Adequacy or proximity of school, recreation or other community facilities; Building with the submission of the iv. Adequacy of road networks leading to or adjacent to Building Permit prior to third reading. the development; and v. Potential for negative impacts to designated heritage buildings or areas. c. Appropriate controls are placed on any proposed development where necessary to reduce any conflict with adjacent land uses by reason of: i. Type of use; ii. Height, bulk or appearance and lot coverage of any proposed building; iii. Traffic generation, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle or transit access to and from the site; iv. Parking; v. Open storage; vi. Signs; and vii. Any other relevant matter of urban planning. d. The proposed site is suitable in terms of steepness of grade, soil and geological conditions, locations of watercourses, wetlands and susceptibility of flooding as well as any other relevant environmental consideration; e. The proposal satisfies the terms and conditions of Policy I-5 related to timeframes and phasing of development; and f. The proposal meets all necessary public health and safety considerations. Page 2 of 2 Re- zoning application for 7 Sherwood Dr, Saint John, N.B Detailed description of application: My name is Jordan Perry. I currently have an accepted offer to purchase the property located at 7 Sherwood Dr, Saint John, New Brunswick from the current owner Beverly Mills otherwise know as the vendor. In my offer to purchase I included a condition stating that I would not purchase the building if the properties operations are not currently a legal use as per the zoning conditions. I have agreed with the vendor that in this situation, I would commit to purchasing the building only if we are able to change the zoning to allow for the continued use of the building in its current state. Myself or anyone else who attempts it, will not be able to obtain financing if the building is not currently being used legally and the vendor will not be able to sell it unless this issue is addressed. Due to his age, Mr. Mills is looking to divest himself from his current real estate holdings to retire and plan for his future. My request and reasoning for why I believe this to be the highest and best use of this building is as follows: I would like to change the current zoning to allow for 7 residential apartment units. The current zoning is listed as CL and limits the maximum number of dwelling units to 4 plus the commercial space. The current use of the building is as a 7- unit residential apartment building. I would like to keep it in its current condition as a residential apartment building and keep the current tenants in their homes by changing the zoning to Mid-rise residential. Many of the existing tenants are elderly and this is a wonderful building for them to reside in, due to its wheel chair accessibility and size of units. I realise that this classification of zoning is not typical for an area such as this, however, this building is not your typical 7-unit apartment building. 6 of the units are very small in square footage (less than 500 Sq ft) and this type of unit for seniors is in high demand. The commercial space used to be operated as a hair salon before the residential units were constructed. Due to the current rental shortage of affordable housing units (especially for senior citizens) in Saint John, I believe that changing this building back to a commercial use would be a step in the wrong direction, as this building offers a great home for the people who reside in it. Being that the building is on a corner lot, it has frontage on two streets; Sherwood Dr and Champlain Dr. All of the lots on Sherwood drive are zoned as R1 for single family residential. When looking at the subject building from Sherwood Dr, you would not be able to tell the difference between it and all of the other houses on the street. All that to say, it is not an obvious visual trespass, and the neighbors to this building would not likely protest its existence as a multi-family building, due to it not being recognizable as an apartment building from their line of sight. Please see photos below taken from the street showing the front of the subject building (Left) and the neighboring property (right). There is only one unit that has an entrance from the Sherwood Dr driveway and that is the 3 bedroom unit, as seen in the attached floorplan. As such, there will not be a congestion of cars or people on the residential street. The vegetation on the west side of the lot also does a great job of making this building less visually invasive, as the side of the building that houses the other units is hidden from the residential street. Please see attached picture. On the Champlain Dr side of the building there is a large parking lot that can easily accommodate up to 7 cars contained within the lot lines of the property. To see a detailed drawing and the survey to see the lot lines, please see the attached pictures for reference. On the Sherwood Dr side of the building, there is a large driveway with more than enough room to park 2 cars. Please see attached site plan outlining how the parking for at least 9 vehicles on the owned lot will be possible. Due to my involvement in purchasing this property and being the one who initiated the talks of changing the zoning with the vendor, I would like to be the representative for this project and take on as much of the work as possible as to not burden Mr. Mills. He has informed me that he would be willing to sign a form allowing me to take on the role of the representative during the re-zoning process. If it would be possible for me to attend council meetings on behalf of Mr. Mills remotely over a video conferencing app, this would be very appreciated by myself and Mr. Mills. I hope that this letter finds you well and that you can see the value in us creating more residential units, at a time when this level of low income housing is in high demand and vacancy rates are at an all time low. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at any time at the contact information listed below. Thank you for your time in considering this application. Sincerely, -Jordan Perry 705-930-3770 Jordan@WindroseEquity.ca From:Bob Trecartin To:OneStop Subject:Re-zoning application # 7 Sherwood Drive Date:July 12, 2021 11:51:52 AM \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact IT Service Desk at 649-6047.** Having received a letter from your department regarding a proposed rezoning application for 7 Sherwood Drive: We have lived at 9 Sherwood Drive for many years now. Most of my immediate neighbors, including ourselves of course have been simply resigned to the situation at 7 Sherwood Drive. That's why you don't register too many complaints. The pattern, now well established at 7 Sherwood, from personal observation is to offer seven rooming homes, or I suppose six rooming units with a small apartment upstairs. Through the years, periodic inspections have usually resulted Civic orders to 7 Sherwood Drive ownership to reduce tenants to (4). This magical number has always been ignored the next month and I guess seven rooming units has been the norm. You will forgive the cynical tone, but there it is and for good reason. Given the fact seven rooms for rent at the same location, and from a similar residential unit seems to make no never mind. Incompatible with community standards not worth mentioning. I would draw your attention to the abysmal state of the property. Unkempt and as I type this I note trees untended and growing out onto Sherwood Drive. (lol) Perhaps when traffic is impeded someone just might take note. The other commercial property adjacent take great pains to maintain their property in good order. They seem to ask for very little. Best Regards Bob Trecartin 9 Sherwood Drive From:Burgess, Aimee To:Reid, Andy (Planning) Subject:FW: Rezoning application 7 Sherwood drive/131 Champlain Dr Date:July 20, 2021 11:14:17 AM Importance:High From: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Sent: July 19, 2021 8:40 AM To: Planning Admin <planningadmin@saintjohn.ca>; Burgess, Aimee <aimee.burgess@saintjohn.ca> Cc: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject: FW: Rezoning application 7 Sherwood drive/131 Champlain Dr Importance: High Comment re PAC application Paula Hawkins One Stop Development Shop Customer Service Centre Ground Floor – City Hall (506)658-2911 paula.hawkins@saintjohn.ca From: Shirley <hiker@nbnet.nb.ca> Sent: July 16, 2021 10:45 PM To: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca> Subject: Rezoning application 7 Sherwood drive/131 Champlain Dr \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact IT Service Desk at 649-6047.** Planning advisory committee I have owned my property for 30 years now. This is a single family dwelling area and I like it this way. I try to live and let live ( sometimes the property has looked neglected, vegetation growing out over the street) but I definitely would not like a mid- rise residential designation. I know it may not be much of a view -the road coming down from Champlain Dr. But I like it. A mid-rise designation could cost me my view ,it would also increase noise level and traffic level. Thank you for the notification Shirley Newman 10 Sherwood drive. Re- zoning application for 7 Sherwood Dr, Saint John, N.B Detailed description of application: My name is Jordan Perry. I currently have an accepted offer to purchase the property located at 7 Sherwood Dr, Saint John, New Brunswick from the current owner Beverly Mills otherwise know as the vendor. In my offer to purchase I included a condition stating that I would not purchase the building if the properties operations are not currently a legal use as per the zoning conditions. I have agreed with the vendor that in this situation, I would commit to purchasing the building only if we are able to change the zoning to allow for the continued use of the building in its current state. Myself or anyone else who attempts it, will not be able to obtain financing if the building is not currently being used legally and the vendor will not be able to sell it unless this issue is addressed. Due to his age, Mr. Mills is looking to divest himself from his current real estate holdings to retire and plan for his future. My request and reasoning for why I believe this to be the highest and best use of this building is as follows: I would like to change the current zoning to allow for 7 residential apartment units. The current zoning is listed as CL and limits the maximum number of dwelling units to 4 plus the commercial space. The current use of the building is as a 7- unit residential apartment building. I would like to keep it in its current condition as a residential apartment building and keep the current tenants in their homes by changing the zoning to Mid-rise residential. Many of the existing tenants are elderly and this is a wonderful building for them to reside in, due to its wheel chair accessibility and size of units. I realise that this classification of zoning is not typical for an area such as this, however, this building is not your typical 7-unit apartment building. 6 of the units are very small in square footage (less than 500 Sq ft) and this type of unit for seniors is in high demand. The commercial space used to be operated as a hair salon before the residential units were constructed. Due to the current rental shortage of affordable housing units (especially for senior citizens) in Saint John, I believe that changing this building back to a commercial use would be a step in the wrong direction, as this building offers a great home for the people who reside in it. Being that the building is on a corner lot, it has frontage on two streets; Sherwood Dr and Champlain Dr. All of the lots on Sherwood drive are zoned as R1 for single family residential. When looking at the subject building from Sherwood Dr, you would not be able to tell the difference between it and all of the other houses on the street. All that to say, it is not an obvious visual trespass, and the neighbors to this building would not likely protest its existence as a multi-family building, due to it not being recognizable as an apartment building from their line of sight. Please see photos below taken from the street showing the front of the subject building (Left) and the neighboring property (right). There is only one unit that has an entrance from the Sherwood Dr driveway and that is the 3 bedroom unit, as seen in the attached floorplan. As such, there will not be a congestion of cars or people on the residential street. The vegetation on the west side of the lot also does a great job of making this building less visually invasive, as the side of the building that houses the other units is hidden from the residential street. Please see attached picture. On the Champlain Dr side of the building there is a large parking lot that can easily accommodate up to 7 cars contained within the lot lines of the property. To see a detailed drawing and the survey to see the lot lines, please see the attached pictures for reference. On the Sherwood Dr side of the building, there is a large driveway with more than enough room to park 2 cars. Please see attached site plan outlining how the parking for at least 9 vehicles on the owned lot will be possible. Due to my involvement in purchasing this property and being the one who initiated the talks of changing the zoning with the vendor, I would like to be the representative for this project and take on as much of the work as possible as to not burden Mr. Mills. He has informed me that he would be willing to sign a form allowing me to take on the role of the representative during the re-zoning process. If it would be possible for me to attend council meetings on behalf of Mr. Mills remotely over a video conferencing app, this would be very appreciated by myself and Mr. Mills. I hope that this letter finds you well and that you can see the value in us creating more residential units, at a time when this level of low income housing is in high demand and vacancy rates are at an all time low. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at any time at the contact information listed below. Thank you for your time in considering this application. Sincerely, -Jordan Perry 705-930-3770 Jordan@WindroseEquity.ca PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW PROJET DE MODIFICATION DE AMENDMENT AND SECTION 59 L’ARRÊTÉ DE ZONAGE ET L’ARTICLE 59 AMENDMENT RE: 7 SHERWOOD DRIVE / 131 OBJET: 7, PROMENADE SHERWOOD / 131, CHAMPLAIN DRIVE PROMENADE CHAMPLAIN Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Par les présentes, un avis public est donné par Council of The City of Saint John intends to lequel le conseil communal de The City of Saint consider amending The City of Saint John Zoning John indique son intention d’étudierla By-law at its regular meeting to be held in the modification suivante à l’Arrêté de zonage de The City of Saint John, lors de la réunion ordinaire qui Council Chamber on Monday, August 23, 2021 at 6:30 p.m., by: se tiendra dans la salle du conseil le lundi, 23 août 2021 à 18 h 30, par : 1. Rezoning a parcel of land having an area of 1. Rezonage d’une parcelle de terrain d’une approximately 1,218 square metres, located superficie d’environ 1 218 mètres carrés, at 7 Sherwood Drive and 131 Champlain située au 7, promenade Sherwood et 131, Drive, also identified as PID No. promenade Champlain, également identifié 00324012, from Local Commercial (CL) comme NID 00324012, de zone to Mid-Rise Residential (RM), as commerciale locale (CL) à zone illustrated below. résidentielle - immeubles d’habitation de 2. Amending the Section 59 conditions hauteur moyenne (RM), comme le imposed on the December 23, 2013 montre la carte ci-dessous. rezoning of the property located at 7 Sherwood Drive, also identified as PID No. 2. Modification des conditions imposées en 00324012. vertu de l'article 59, 23 décembre 2013, de la propriété située au 7, promenade Sherwood, également identifiée comme NID 00324012. RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: REASON FOR CHANGE: Légaliser trois unités d'habitation résidentielles, To legalize three residential dwelling units, providing for a total of seven units onthe property. prévoyant un total de sept unités sur la propriété. The proposed amendment may be inspected by any Toute personne intéressée peut examiner le projet interested person at the office of the Common de modification au bureau du greffier communal ou Clerk, or in the office of Growth and Community au bureau du service de la croissan ce et du Development Services, City Hall, 15 Market développement communautaire à l’hôtel de ville Square, Saint John, N.B. between the hours of 8:30 situé au 15, Market Square, à Saint John, au a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, Nouveau-Brunswick., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du inclusive, holidays excepted. lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours fériés. Written objections to the amendment may be sent Veuillez faire part devos objections au projet de to the undersigned at City Hall. modification par écrit à l’attention du soussigné à l’hôtel de ville. If you requireFrench services for a Common Si vous avez besoindes services en français pour Council meeting, please contact the office of the une réunion de Conseil Communal, veuillez Common Clerk. contacter le bureau du greffier communal. Jonathan Taylor, Common Clerk Jonathan Taylor, Greffier communal 658-2862 658-2862 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-X ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-X ARRÊTÉ A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- LAW DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ARRÊTÉ O N C.P. 111-X Be it enacted by The City of Saint Lors d'une réunion du conseil John in Common Council convened, as communal, The City of Saint John a follows: décrété ce qui suit : The Zoning By-law of The City L'arrêté sur le zonage de The of Saint John enacted on the fifteenth day of City of Saint John, décrété le quinze (15) December, A.D. 2014, is amended by: décembre 2014, est modifié par : Rezoning a parcel of land having an area of approximately 1,218 square metres, located carrés, située au 7, promenade at 7 Sherwood Drive and 131 Champlain Sherwood et 131, promenade Drive, also identified as PID No. 00324012, Champlain, également identifié comme from Local Commercial (CL) to Mid-Rise NID 00324012, de zone commerciale Residential (RM). locale (CL) à zone résidentielle - moyenne (RM). - toutes les modifications sont - all as shown on the plan attached indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie hereto and forming part of this by-law. du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John Saint John has caused the Corporate a fait apposer son sceau communal sur Common Seal of the said City to be affixed le présent arrêté le X 2021, avec les to this by-law the X day of X, A.D. 2021 and signatures suivantes : signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor/Maire ______________________________________ Common Clerk/Greffier communal First Reading - X Première lecture - X Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X O BY-LAW NUMBER L.G. 4-1 ARRÊTÉ N L.G. 4-1 A BY-LAW RESPECTING THE ARRÊTÉ RELATIF A LA CLOSING OF ROADS, STREETS OR FERMETURE DES CHEMINS, DES HIGHWAYS IN RUES OU DES ROUTES DAN THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Be it enacted by the Common Lors d'une réunion du conseil Council of The City of Saint John as communal, The City of Saint John a follows: décrété ce qui suit : A By-law of The City of Saint John -law Respecting The Saint John intitulé, « Arrêté relatif à la Closing of Roads, Streets or Highways in fermeture des chemins, des rues ou des The City of Saint routes dans The City of Saint John», eleventh day of March, A.D. 2019, is décrété le 11 mars 2019, est modifié par hereby amended by adding thereto Section 4 immédiatement après 4 immediately after Section 3 thereof, as 3, comme suit : follows: 4 The City of Saint John does hereby 4 Par les présentes, The City of Saint stop up and close permanently the John barre et ferme de façon permanente la following street: rue suivante : CONSUMERS DRIVE: All that portion PROMENADE CONSUMERS: Toute la of Consumers Drive, a public street in the partie de la promenade Consumers, une rue City of Saint John, in the County of Saint publique dans la ville de Saint John, comté John and Province of New Brunswick, de Saint John, dans la province du comprising 13 square metres as shown on a Nouveau- n Portion of Consumers Drive, City of Saint John, m Saint John County, Province of New -More promenade Consumers , ville de Saint Surveys & Engineering Ltd. and dated July John, comté de Saint John, province du 6, 2021 attached hereto. Nouveau-Brunswick », préparé par Don- More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. et daté du 6 juillet 2021, joint aux présentes. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John Saint John has caused the Corporate a fait apposer son sceau communal sur le Common Seal of the said City to be affixed présent arrêté le ** ***** 2021, to this by-law the *** day of ****, A.D. avec les signatures suivantes : 2021 and signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor/Maire _____________________________________ City Clerk/Greffier communal First Reading - July 26, 2021 Première lecture - July 26, 2021 Second Reading - July 26, 2021 Deuxième lecture - July 26, 2021 Third Reading - Troisième lecture - Received Date August 18, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Open or Closed Open Session Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ Captial Funding for Transit Fleet Tracking System .ğĭƉŭƩƚǒƓķʹ Public transportation through the form of a transit system is an critical service within our City. Our community has a large number of low-income families who cannot afford other modes of vehicular transportation. Yet, we have a City that is larger in size than Fredericton and Moncton combined; with facilities, services, shops and work locations dispersed to the point where vehicular transportation is a necessity. Public transportation also reduces overall greenhouse gas emissions and reduces infrastructure costs associated with road maintenance. The City has made a clear commitment to improve public transit. As a first step, the legislation that governs the Transit Commission was amended to allow new approaches. The composition of the Transit Commission has also seen an increase in the number of Councillors to place more emphasis and City-focus on the needs of public transportation. A managerial services agreement has now been approved whereby the entirety of the City staff will be available to deliver the operations of the transit system on behalf of the Commission, as of 1 October 2021. A Transit Review has been conducted but the results of that review are problematic due to the lack of data on passenger usage. The City staff have programmed $650k in the draft 2022 Capital Budget to acquire and deploy a proper user tracking system on the entire fleet of vehicles. However, with the Capital Budget approval anticipated only in late October, we are losing valuable time in the procurement and installation of this vital tool. Without the necessary data, informed decisions based on ridership are very difficult. aƚƷźƚƓʹ That Common Council approve the expenditure of up to $650,000 for the investigation and purchase of a technology system that would provide real time vehicle locations, automatic passenger counting and alternate payment options. Further, that this capital expenditure be funded as part of the 2022 General Fund Capital Budget. Respectfully Submitted, (Received via email) Joanna Killen Councillor City of Saint John Received Date August 17, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Open or Closed Open Session Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ Request to Province: Implementation of Department for Urban Affairs and Housing aƚƷźƚƓʹ Whereas the city of Saint John has unique concerns as an urban centre within the context of the province of NB that currently has no department or provincial minister with a mandate to advance these concerns based on best practice; And Whereas the city of Saint John delivers 25% of the provincial GDP with less than 10% of the population and we have a unique growth agenda that requires unique representation and capacity building; And Whereas the city of Saint John faces a major affordable housing shortage to support the needs of our residents and is taking a leadership role in developing an affordable housing action plan which requires further coordination to occur with the province to leverage funding opportunities and supports; And Whereas growing our cities have been shown to hold an important place in the fight against climate change to increase our populations density and decrease our impact on the land and other species who live there. I hereby request that the Common Council of Saint John direct the city manager to issue an official letter to be responsible for urban affairs and housing. It is our hope that this department will provide all cities in our province with a crucial connection point to help our cites become more sustainable, improve quality of life, and to grow within our means. Respectfully Submitted, (Received via email) Brent Harris Councillor at Large City of Saint John /haahb /hb/L\[w9thw M&C No. MC 2021-236 Report Date August 17, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Growth and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Growth Committee Terms of Reference OPEN OR CLOSED SESSION This matter is to be discussed in open session of Common Council. AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. City Manager C hair of the Growth Head C ommittee David Dobbelsteyn Jacqueline Hamilton John Collin Councillor Joanna Killen RECOMMENDATION Growth Committee recommends to Common Council the approval of the revised th Growth Committee - Terms of Reference dated August 17, 2021. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This is a housekeeping update to the terms of reference for the Growth Committee. Changes include: 1. Membership of Growth Committee is changed from 6 Members to 5; 2. Quorum is now set at 51% of members; 3. Updated the list of ABCs that advise, make presentations, or submissions development agencies and internal restructuring; 4. Referenced staff support of Directors of Growth and Community Services. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION N/A STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT DƩƚǞƷŷ ğƓķ tƩƚƭƦĻƩźƷǤ supportive city. We grow in a smart way and attract talent, innovation and SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES N/A INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS This report has been drafted in consultation with the office of the City Clerk ATTACHMENTS Growth Committee Terms of Reference Growth Committee - Terms of Reference - Aug 17, 2021 Growth Committee - Terms of Reference - Aug 17, 2021 Growth Committee - Terms of Reference - Aug 17, 2021 COUNCIL REPORT M&C No. M&C 2021-232 Report Date August 11, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Finance and Administrative Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements OPEN OR CLOSED SESSION This matter is to be discussed in open session of Common Council. AUTHORIZATION Primary Author Commissioner/Dept. Head City Manager Dawn Arbour Kevin Fudge John Collin RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Council approve the City of Saint John Consolidated Financial Statements, the City of Saint John Trust Funds Statements, the financial statements for the Trade and Convention Centre and for Develop Saint John for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to advise that your Finance Committee met on July 22, 2021, to review the draft Consolidated Financial Statements of the City of Saint John for the year ended December 31, 2020. Deloitte has completed an audit of the above-mentioned statements and has expressed a clean audit opinion. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION N/A STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT The report provides an update on the Economic Health of the City of Saint John. REPORT 2020 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The Commissioner of Municipal Affairs prescribes, pursuant to Section 8 of the Control of Municipalities Act, Chapter C-20 of the R.S.N.B. 1973, Financial statements shall be prepared in accordance with Canadian Generally Accepted - 2 - Accounting Principles for local governments as outlined in the Public Sector Accounting (PSA) Handbook. Deloitte has completed an audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements of the City of Saint John for the Year ending December 31, 2020 and has expressed a clean audit opinion that the Consolidated Financial Statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position and results of operations of the City of Saint John. Under Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSA), municipal reporting requirements include: 1. Consolidated Statement of Financial Position 2. Consolidated Statement of Operations and Accumulated Surplus 3. Consolidated Statement of Changes in Net Debt 4. Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 5. Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements There are 15 entities under the control of the City of Saint John (see note 2 of the Consolidated Financial Statements). 1. Consolidated Statement of Financial Position: Financial Assets: Assets are economic resources controlled by the organization as a result of past transactions or events and from which future economic benefits are expected to be obtained. Economic resources can be financial in nature (for example, cash, accounts receivable, investment); or non-financial in nature (for example, inventory, prepaid items, tangible capital assets). The City ended the year with financial assets totaling $194.4. This represents an increase of 29.8% compared to prior year: Cash and cash equivalents totaled $99.6M, an increase of 14.7% from 2019. This was mainly due to the completion of the Safe Clean Drinking Water Project and general unrestricted cash balances increasing. The total net cash increase was $12.7M. Accounts receivable totaled $24.5M at the end of 2020, which represents an increase of 81% from 2019. Details of the accounts receivable can be found in Notes 5, 6 and 7 to the Consolidated Financial Statements. This was mainly due to HST receivable from Canada Revenue Agency regarding Safe Clean Drinking Water Project Completion and increased receivable from water and sewer ratepayers because of the pandemic and Cyber Attack. The total net increase was $10.9M. - 3 - John Energy, which totaled $36.7M at the end of 2020 (2019: $40.75M). The note receivable of $25M is due from the Power Commission of the City of Saint John. This note receivable is directly related to a debenture taken with the Province of NB in November of 2020. Please see Note 9 and 13 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for more details. Other investments consist mostly of Canada Games Foundation investments as well as other small investments (see Note 10 to the Consolidated Financial Statements). Non-Financial Assets: Tangible capital assets represent the net book value of all assets owned by the City of Saint John and its controlled entities. Asset historical cost totaled $1.71B, of which $705.8M was amortized resulting in the asset net book value of $1.006B at the end of 2020 (2019: $1.018B). Note 21 to the Consolidated Financial Statements discloses categories are water and wastewater networks and transportation, which includes roads, sidewalks, storm sewer networks, traffic signals, etc. The City and its controlled entities own a significant number of buildings, which include the Market Square, Harbor Station, Aquatic Centre, Police headquarters, Transit building, etc. Financial Liabilities: Financial liabilities are present obligations of the organization to others arising from past transactions or events, the settlement of which is expected to result in the future sacrifice of economic benefits. At the end of 2020, financial liabilities totaled $410.6M. This represents a decrease of 1.9% compared to 2019: Accounts payable and accrued liabilities increased by 39% at the end of 2020 from $41.8M to $58.2M. The significant increase is due to the Substantial Completion Payment payable for the Safe, Clean Drinking Water project. (see Note 11 to the Consolidated Financial Statements). Deferred government transfers decreased by 60% at the end of 2020 to $16.6M from $41.9M in 2019, which aligns with the payable under Safe Clean Drinking Water Project Completion (see Note 12 to the Consolidated Financial Statements). Post-employment benefits and compensated absences represent liabilities including retirement - 4 - allowances, sick leave, heart & lung pension, disability benefits, contractual top-up agreements and the City of Saint John Shared Risk Plan CSJ SRP based on actuarial valuations (see Note 14 to the Consolidated Financial Statements). Long-term debt includes debenture debt totaling $228.8M at the end of 2020. This is an increase of 4.9% from 2019, mainly due to the $25.0M debenture entered on behalf of the Power Commission (See Note 13 to the Consolidated Financial Statements) that is offset in Note Receivable. After normalizing for the Saint John Energy debt, the City debt totals $203.8M, which is a decrease of 14.3M (6.6%) from 2019. 2. Consolidated Statement of Operations and Accumulated Surplus: This statement accounts for the operating revenues and expenditures of the City of Saint John and its controlled entities. The statement has been prepared in accordance with the Public Sector Accounting Standards. PSAS are different from fund accounting use for City operating budgets. PSAS includes asset amortization, only the interest portion of debt payments and capital funding as revenue. Fund based accounting is more consistent to a cash based accounting. In 2020, revenues for the year ended December 31, totaled $215M, which is 0.9% less than prior year (2019: $217M). Expenses for the year totaled $212M, down 5.9% from prior year (2019: $226M). This is mainly due to revenue losses and expense cutting as a result of the pandemic. The gain before capital contributions was $2.7M compared to a loss in 2019 of $8.6M. A detailed listing of revenues and expenses can be found in Note 27 to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 3. Consolidated Statement of Changes in Net Debt: The net debt calculated by deducting the City's financial assets from its financial liabilities. If the financial assets are greater than the liabilities, then it is called net financial assets. If the financial assets are less than the liabilities, then it is called net debt. A net debt balance represents future revenue requirements to fund past obligations while a net financial assets balance means the City has resources available for future operations. Compared to 2019, net debt at December 31, 2020 has decreased from $265.3M to $216.2M, which is a 22.7% decrease. This decrease is mainly due the total increase in Cash and Accounts Receivable, long term debt principal repayments and the decrease in deferred government transfers, relating to the Safe Clean Drinking Water project. 4. Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows: The Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow reports on the change in cash and cash equivalents during the year from operating, capital, financing and investing activities. The City generates cash to finance its operating activities, acquire - 5 - tangible capital assets and meet its obligations by raising revenues, issuing debts from its operating activities. The Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow indicates that during the year, the City has generated sufficient cash to maintain its programs and services, finance its capital expenditures, meet its debt service requirements as well as make new investments. Please refer to Note 4 for a breakdown of restricted and unrestricted cash. 2020 TRUST FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS that are restricted for a particular purpose. Deloitte has completed an audit of the 2020 Trust Fund Statements and has expressed a clean audit opinion. 2020 TRADE & CONVENTION CENTRE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The Trade and Convention Centre financial statements are prepared in accordance with the provisions of the management agreement between the City of Saint John and Hilton Canada Co. Deloitte has completed an audit of the 2020 Trade & Convention Centre statements and has expressed a clean audit opinion. 2020 DEVELOP SAINT JOHN FINANCIAL STATEMENTS On December 31, 2020, the operations of Develop Saint John were wound up as a result of the creation of the regional economic development agency of Saint John. Deloitte has completed an audit of the final year of operations of Develop Saint John and has expressed a clean audit opinion. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES N/A INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS N/A ATTACHMENTS: st 1. City of Saint John Consolidated Financial Statements, December 31, 2020 st 2. City of Saint John Trust Funds, December 31, 2020 st 3. Trade & Convention Centre, December 31, 2020 st 4. Develop Saint John, December 31, 2020 TheCityofSaintJohn ConsolidatedFinancialStatements December31,2020 TheCityofSaintJohn Contents ConsolidatedFinancialStatementsPage IndependentAuditor'sReport34 ConsolidatedStatementsofFinancialPosition5 ConsolidatedStatementofOperationsandAccumulatedSurplus6 ConsolidatedStatementinChangesinNetDebt7 ConsolidatedStatementofCashFlow8 NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements938 2 INSERTAUDITORSREPORT 3 INSERTAUDITORSREPORT 4 TheCityofSaintJohn ConsolidatedStatementofFinancialPosition AsatDecember31,2020 20202019 $$ FinancialAssets Cashandcashequivalents(Note4)99,566,221 86,821,672 Accountsreceivable(Notes5,6&7)24,509,534 13,566,770 Investmentinenergyservices(Note8)36,716,000 40,755,000 Notereceivable(Note9)25,000,000 Otherinvestments(Note10)8,590,847 8,590,125 194,382,602 149,733,567 FinancialLiabilities Accountspayableandaccruedliabilities(Note11)58,199,763 41,821,720 Deferredrevenue 1,336,080 1,114,533 Deferredgovernmenttransfers(Note12)16,599,751 41,864,256 Postemploymentbenefitsandcompensatedabsences(Note14)105,668,370 112,178,104 Longtermdebt(Note13)228,821,103 218,102,854 410,625,067 415,081,467 Netdebt(216,242,465)(265,347,900) Nonfinancialassets Inventory 4,010,220 4,385,067 Prepaidexpenses 700,174 588,163 Tangiblecapitalassets(Note21)1,006,544,858 1,018,953,533 1,011,255,252 1,023,926,763 Accumulatedsurplus795,012,787 758,578,863 Contingencies(Note15) Commitments(Note16) Approvedby: DonnaNoadeReardon,MayorGarySullivan,ChairofFinanceCommittee JonathanTaylor,CommonClerk 5 TheCityofSaintJohn ConsolidatedStatementofOperationsandAccumulatedSurplus AsatDecember31,2020 2020 Budget (Unaudited)20202019 (Note2) $$$ Revenues Propertytaxes125,844,159 127,968,110 125,704,831 Unconditionalgrant17,204,756 16,182,335 16,279,669 Financialassistance9,293,235 4,590,709 2,788,061 Otherrevenuefromownsources(Note27)23,097,209 16,062,570 24,329,404 Waterandsewerrevenue(Note17)44,766,000 44,845,378 45,592,250 Miscellaneousrevenue349,240 3,589,125 740,887 Contributionsfromothers(Note27)1,342,727 1,870,137 1,654,379 221,897,326 215,108,364 217,089,481 Expenses Generalgovernmentservices(Note27)46,759,490 35,497,884 32,386,324 Protectiveservices(Note27)56,277,601 53,669,208 53,891,311 Transportationservices(Note27)39,596,888 43,362,944 48,805,432 Waterandsewerservices(Note27)50,331,000 46,223,630 46,951,619 Environmentalhealthservices(Note27)3,781,035 3,724,884 3,264,430 Environmentaldevelopmentservices(Note27)17,967,504 17,044,069 19,773,933 Recreationalandculturalservices(Note27)9,314,523 8,813,836 10,550,737 Lossfromenergyservices 4,039,000 10,046,000 224,028,041 212,375,455 225,669,786 Annualsurplus(deficit)beforecapitalcontributions(2,130,715)2,732,909(8,580,305) Governmenttransfersforcapital(Note27)33,701,015 66,720,509 Othercontributedassetsforcapital(Note27)2,202,801 Annualsurplus 36,433,924 60,343,005 Accumulatedsurplus,beginningofyear 758,578,863 698,235,858 Accumulatedsurplus,endofyear 795,012,787 758,578,863 6 TheCityofSaintJohn ConsolidatedStatementofChangesinNetDebt AsatDecember31,2020 20202019 $$ Annualsurplus36,433,924 60,343,005 Acquisitionoftangiblecapitalassets(Note21)(29,957,511)(37,740,309) Lossondisposaloftangiblecapitalassets(Note21)556,469 1,355,784 Proceedsonsaleoftangiblecapitalassets 679,807 211,627 Amortizationoftangiblecapitalassets(Note21)41,129,910 40,652,396 Decreaseininventory 374,847 586,271 (Increase)decrease inprepaidexpenses(112,011)438 Decreaseinnetdebt 49,105,435 65,409,212 Netdebt,beginningofyear(265,347,900)(330,757,112) Netdebt,endofyear(216,242,465)(265,347,900) 7 TheCityofSaintJohn ConsolidatedStatementofCashFlow AsatDecember31,2020 20202019 $$ Operatingtransactions Annualsurplus 36,433,924 60,343,005 Itemsnotinvolvingcash Amortizationoftangiblecapitalassets(Note21)41,129,910 40,652,396 Lossondisposaloftangiblecapitalassets 556,469 1,355,784 Changeininvestmentinenergyservices 4,039,000 10,046,000 Changeinnoncashassetsandliabilities Accountsreceivable(10,942,764)1,361,258 Inventory 374,847 586,271 Prepaidexpenses(112,011)438 Accountspayableandaccruedliabilities 16,378,043(112,100,209) Deferredrevenue 221,547(235,569) Deferredgovernmenttransfers(25,264,505)(3,463,018) Otherpostemploymentliabilities(6,509,734)(5,664,681) 56,304,726(7,118,325) Capitaltransactions Acquisitionsoftangiblecapitalassets(Note21)(29,957,511)(37,740,309) Proceedsonthesaleoftangiblecapitalassets 679,807 211,627 (29,277,704)(37,528,682) Financingtransactions Repaymentoflongtermdebt(21,281,751)(21,484,676) Proceedsfromlongtermdebt 32,000,000 8,828,000 10,718,249(12,656,676) Investingtransactions (Purchase)redemptionofinvestments(Note10)(722)89,636,881 Notereceivable(25,000,000) (25,000,722)89,636,881 NetIncreaseincashandcashequivalents 12,744,549 32,333,198 Cashandcashequivalents,beginningofyear 86,821,672 54,488,474 Cashandcashequivalents,endofyear 99,566,221 86,821,672 8 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 1.PurposeoftheOrganization TheCityofSaintJohn(the"City)wasincorporatedbyroyalcharterin1785.Asamunicipality,theCityis exemptfromincometaxesunderSection149(1)(c)oftheCanadianIncomeTaxAct.The Cityhasthe followingvisionstatement:"Weareenergized,engagedpeoplecommittedtoworkingtogethertoprovide servicesthatareresponsivetocommunityneedsanddeliveredinasustainable,costeffectiveway." 2.SummaryofSignificantAccountingPolicies TheconsolidatedfinancialstatementsoftheCityaretherepresentationsoftheCity'smanagement preparedinaccordancewithPublicSectorAccountingStandards("PSAS")asrecommendedbythe CharteredProfessionalAccountantsofCanadaPublicSectorAccountingBoard("PSAB"). SignificantaspectsoftheaccountingpoliciesadoptedbytheCityareasfollows: ReportingEntity Theconsolidatedfinancialstatementsreflecttheassets,liabilities,revenues,expendituresandchangesin netdebtandcashflowsofthereportingentity.Thereportingentityiscomprisedofallorganizationsand enterprisesaccountablefortheadministrationoftheiraffairsandresourcestotheCityandwhichare ownedorcontrolledbytheCity. Interdepartmentalandorganizationtransactionsandbalancesareeliminated. ThefocusofPSASfinancialstatementsisonthefinancialpositionoftheCityandthechangesthereto.The ConsolidatedStatementofFInancialPositionincludesalltheassetsandliabilitiesoftheCity. Theentitiesincludedintheconsolidatedfinancialstatements,havingthesameyearendastheCity,areas follows: 1.TheCityofSaintJohnGeneralOperatingFund 2.TheCityofSaintJohnCapitalandLoanFund 3.TheCityofSaintJohnWaterandSewerageUtilityOperatingFund 4.TheCityofSaintJohnWaterandSewerageUtilityCapitalandLoanFund 5.SaintJohnParkingCommission 6.SaintJohnTransitCommission 7.DevelopSaintJohn 8.HarbourStationCommission 9.SaintJohnAquaticCentreCommission 10.SaintJohnTradeandConventionCentre 11.SaintJohnEnergy 12.LordBeaverbrookRink 13.SaintJohnPoliceCommission 14.SaintJohnFreePublicLibrary 15.SaintJohnJeuxCanadaGamesFoundation,Inc. 9 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 2.SummaryofSignificantAccountingPolicies(Continued) InvestmentinEnergyServices TheCity'sinvestmentinSaintJohnEnergyisaccountedforonamodifiedequitybasis,consistentwith generallyacceptedaccountingprinciplesasrecommendedbyPSAS.Underthemodifiedequitybasisof accounting,thebusinessenterprise'saccountingprinciplesarenotadjustedtoconformwiththoseofthe Cityandinterorganizationaltransactionsandbalancesarenoteliminated.TheCityrecognizesitsequity interestintheannualincomeorlossofSaintJohnEnergyinitsconsolidatedstatementofoperationswitha correspondingincreaseordecreaseinitsinvestmentassetaccount. Budget ThebudgetfigurescontainedinthesefinancialstatementswereapprovedbyCouncilonDecember16, 2019andtheMinisterofLocalGovernmentonFebruary4,2020.Thebudgetisunauditedanddoesnot includeeliminationofinterorganizationalrevenuesandexpenseswithcontrolledentities. RevenueRecognition Unrestrictedrevenueandothersourcesofrevenuearerecordedonanaccrualbasisandisrecognizedwhen collectionisreasonablyassured.Restrictedcontributionsarerecognizedasrevenueintheyearinwhichthe relatedexpensesareincurred.Otherrevenueisrecordedwhenitisearned.Propertytaxes,whichare authorizedbyCouncil,arerecognizedasrevenuesintheperiodforwhichthetaxesarelevied. GovernmentTransfers Governmenttransfersarerecognizedintheconsolidatedfinancialstatementsasrevenuesintheperiodin whicheventsgivingrisetothetransferoccur,providingthetransfersareauthorized,anyeligibilitycriteria extentthattransferstipulationsgiverisetoanobligationthatmeetsthe havebeenmet,excepttothe definitionofaliabilityandreasonableestimatesoftheamountscanbemade.Transfersarerecognizedas deferredrevenuewhenamountshavebeenreceivedbutnotalleligiblecriteriahavebeenmet. Expenses Expensesarerecordedonanaccrualbasis.Thecostofallgoodsconsumedandservicesreceivedduringthe yearisexpensed. MeasurementUncertainty ThepreparationoftheconsolidatedfinancialstatementsinaccordancewithCanadianPSASrequires managementtomakeestimatesandassumptionsthataffectthereportedamountsofassetsandliabilities anddisclosureofcontingentassetsandliabilitiesatthedateoftheconsolidatedfinancialstatementsand thereportedamountsofrevenuesandexpensesduringtheyear.Keycomponentsoftheconsolidated financialstatementsrequiringmanagementtomakeestimatesinclude:theusefullifeoftangiblecapital assets,impairementoftangiblecapitalassets,ratesforamortization,allowancefordoubtfulaccountsin respectofreceivablesandestimatesforpensionliabilities.Estimatesarebasedonthebestinformation availableatthetimeofpreparationofthefinancialstatementsandarereviewedannuallytoreflectnew informationasitbecomesavailable.Measurementuncertaintyexistsinthesefinancialstatements.Actual resultscouldmaterialitydifferfromthoseestimates. 10 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 2.SummaryofSignificantAccountingPolicies(Continued) CashandCashEquivalents Cashandcashequivalentsincludecashonhand,balanceswithbanksandshorttermdepositswithoriginal maturitiesofthreemonthsorless.Restrictedcashisnotavailableforuseingeneraloperationsandisnot availableforwithdrawalasitislegallyrestrictedinaccordancewiththirdpartyspecialpurposeagreements. TangibleCapitalAssets Tangiblecapitalassetsarenonfinancialassetshavingaphysicalsubstancethat: AreheldforusebytheCityintheproductionorsupplyofgoodsandservices,forrentalstoothers,for administrativepurposesorforthedevelopment,construction,maintenanceorrepairofothertangible assets; Haveusefullivesextendingbeyondoneyearandareintendedtobeusedonacontinualbasis; Haveaminimumvalueof$5,000forindividualassets;or$25,000forpooledassets;and Arenotintendedforsaleintheordinarycourseofoperations. Tangiblecapitalassetsarerecordedatcostwhichincludesallamountsthataredirectlyattributableto acquisition,construction,developmentorbettermentoftheasset.Assetsthatfallbelowthethreshold amountsareexpensedforaccountingpurposes.Thecostofthetangibleassetisamortizaedonastraight lineovertheestimatedusefullifeasfollows: AssetTypeYears Equipmentandlightmachinery325 515 Furnitureandofficeequipment Informationtechnologyequipmentandsoftware115 N/A Land Landimprovements5100 termoflease Leaseholdimprovements Municipalbuildings1070 550 Transportation Motorvehiclesandmobileequipment520 5100 Waterandwastewaternetworks Intheyearofacquisitionandtheyearofdisposal,onehalfoftheannualamortizationexpenseis recognized. Assetsunderconstructionarenotamortizeduntiltheassetisavailabletoproductiveuse. Tangiblecapitalassetsarewrittendownwhenconditionsindicatethatthereisimpairmentinthevalueof theassetsandthereductioninthevaluecanbeobjectivelyestimatedanditisexpectedtobepermanent. Thenetwritedownsareaccountedforasexpensesinthestatementofoperations. Donatedorcontributedassetsarerecordedatfairmarketvalueatthedateofconstructionordonation.In somecircumstanaces,replacementcostmaybeused. 11 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 2.SummaryofSignificantAccountingPolicies(Continued) SegmentedInformation TheCityprovidesawiderangeofservicestoitsresidents.Formanagementreportingpurposes,operations andactivitiesareorganizedandreportedbyfunction.Thispresentationwascreatedforthepurposeof recordingspecificactivitiestoattaincertainobjectivesinaccordancewithspecialregulations,restrictionsor limitations.Municipalservicesareprovidedbyserviceareasasfollows: GeneralGovernmentServices ThissegmentisreponsiblefortheoverallgovernanceandfinancialadministrationoftheCity.This includesCouncilfunctions,generalandfinancialmanagement,legalmattersandcompliancewith legislationaswellascivicrelations. ProtectiveServices Thissegmentisresponsiblefortheprovisionofpolicingservices,fireprotection,emergencymeasures, animalcontrolandotherprotectivemeasures. TransportationServices Thissegmentisresponsibleforcommonservices,roadandstreetmaintenance,streetlighting,traffic services,parkingandothertransportationrelatedfunctions. WaterandSewerServices Thissegmentisresponsiblefortheprovisionofwaterandsewerservicesincludingthemaintenanceand operationoftheundergroundnetworks,treatmentplants,reservoirsandlagoons. EnvironmentalHealthServices Thisissegmentisresponsiblefortheprovisionofwastecollectionanddisposal. EnvironmentalDevelopmentServices Thissegmentisresponsibleforplanningandzoning,communitydevelopment,tourismandother municipaldevelopmentandpromotionservices. RecreationandCulturalServices Thissegmentisresponsibleforthemaintenanceandoperationofrecreationalandculturalfacilities, includingtheswimmingpool,arenas,parksandplaygroundsandotherrecreationalandcultural facilities. EnergyServices Thissegmentcomprisesanongeneratingdistributionutilitythatsupplieselectricitytomunicipal, residential,generalserviceandindustrialcustomersthrough12interconnectionsupplypointsand substationslocatedintheCity.Italsoprovidesstreetlighting,arealightingandwaterheaterrental services. 12 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 2.SummaryofSignificantAccountingPolicies(Continued) Inventory Inventoryconsistsmainlyofpartsandmaterialsandisvaluedatthelowerofcostandnetreplacementcost withcostbeingdeterminedonthefirstin,firstoutbasis. PostEmploymentBenefits TheCityrecognizesitsobligationsunderpostemploymentbenefitplansandtherelatedcosts,asdisclosed inNote14.Whereappropriate,theCityhasundertakenactuarialvaluations. 3.BankLoanPayable TheCityhascreditfacilitieswiththeBankofNovaScotia.Accordingtothetermsandconditionsofthe commitmentlettersignedbetweentheCityandtheBankofNovaScotia,theCitycanborrowupto$6 milliontofundgeneraloperationsand$25milliontoassistinfinancingcapitalexpenditurespendingfallin oflongtermfinancing.TheinterestrateforthecreditfacilitiesistheBank'sprimelendingrateless0.5% perannumwithinterestpayablemonthly.AsatDecember31,2020,thebalanceofthebridgefinancing creditfacilitywas$nil(2019$nil)andthebalanceoftheoperatinglineofcreditwas$nil(2019$nil). AsprescribedintheMunicipalitiesAct,borrowingtofinanceGeneralFundoperationsislimitedto4%ofthe City'soperatingbudget.BorrowingtotemporarilyfinanceUtilityFundoperationsislimitedto50%ofthe operatingbudgetfortheyear.In2020,theCityhascompliedwiththeselimitations. 4.CashandCashEquivalents Cashandcashequivalentsconsistsofthefollowing: 20202019 $$ Unrestrictedcash 63,015,124 42,590,667 Restrictedcash GasTax 16,599,751 14,069,996 Depositsoncontracts 1,105,068 1,136,939 DevelopSaintJohn 1,000,000 1,000,000 LandSubdivisionFund 113,934 150,901 SaintJohnNonProfitHousingFutureDevelopmentFund 54,193 53,613 Airspace2049Fund 7,775 25,296 SafeCleanDrinkingWaterProject 17,670,376 27,794,260 99,566,221 86,821,672 13 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 5.AccountsReceivable Accountsreceivableconsistofthefollowing: 20202019 $$ Waterandsewerchargestoratepayers 10,437,490 7,940,040 DuefromtheFederalGovernmentanditsagencies 9,168,660 2,387,389 Other 5,689,584 3,483,072 DuefromtheProvinceofNewBrunswick 1,128,338 1,475,380 Allowancefordoubtfulaccounts(1,914,538)(1,719,111) 24,509,534 13,566,770 6.DuefromtheFederalGovernmentanditsAgencies AmountsduefromtheFederalGovernmentanditsagenciesconsistsofthefollowing: 20202019 $$ CleanWasteWaterFunding1,162,249 CanadaRevenueAgencyHSTReceivable 9,145,003 1,175,952 Other 23,657 49,188 9,168,660 2,387,389 7.DuefromtheProvinceofNewBrunswick AmountsduefromtheProvinceofNewBrunswickconsistsofthefollowing: 20202019 $$ DepartmentofPublicSafetyFlood2018 738,499 502,000 DepartmentofTransportation 225,805 276,333 Other 164,034 124,596 CleanWasteWaterFunding572,451 1,128,338 1,475,380 8.InvestmentinEnergyServices ChangeinequitySaintJohnEnergy: 20202019 $$ Investment,beginningofyear 40,755,000 50,801,000 Netloss(4,039,000)(10,046,000) Investment,endofyear 36,716,000 40,755,000 14 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 9.Notereceivable ThenotereceivablefromthePowerCommissionoftheCityofSaintJohnisasfollows: 20202019 $$ PowerCommissionoftheCityofSaintJohn 25,000,000 Thenotereceivableisa10yeartermloan,unsecured,bearinginterestatratesrangingfrom0.5%to 1.8%, principalrepayableinannualinstallmentsof$2,500,000andmaturingonNovember26,2030. Theaggregateamountofprincipalrepaymentsrequiredineachofthenextfiveyearsare: $ 2021 2,500,000 2022 2,500,000 2023 2,500,000 2024 2,500,000 2025 2,500,000 12,500,000 10.OtherInvestments Otherinvestmentsconsistofthefollowing: 20202019 $$ CanadaGamesFoundationinvestments 7,847,249 7,350,333 Otherinvestments 743,598 1,239,792 8,590,847 8,590,125 InvestmentsoftheCityofSaintJohnareheldwiththeBankofNovaScotiaandconsistof2yearterm redeemableGICsissuedbytheBankofScotiawhichfallwithinthescopeoftheInvestmentPolicy.Itis thepolicyoftheCitytoinvestfundstoprovidetheoptimalblendofinvestmentreturnsandprincipal protectionwhilemeetingthedailycashflowandliquiditydemands. TheinvestmentsoftheCanadaGamesFoundation(the"Foundation")areheldinthecustodyofScotiatrust andCIBCMelon.TheFoundation'sinvestmentstrategyistoholdhighqualitycorporateorgovernment bondsandliquidequityinvestmentswhichbearnounusualcreditorinterestraterisk.Fairvaluesof investmentsinfixedincomesecuritiesandequitiesaredeterminedusingyearendquotedmarketprices. 15 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 11.AccountspayableandAccruedLiabilities Accountspayableandaccruedliabilitiesconsistofthefollowing: 20202019 $$ PayablesrelatedtotheSafeCleanDrinkingWaterproject 28,093,955 10,377,481 Tradepayables 19,321,752 20,996,747 Payroll 7,485,173 7,139,017 Deposits 1,141,794 1,160,039 Conferencesandholdings 1,030,786 1,007,508 Interestpayable 585,786 643,725 DuetoPensionFund 331,173 295,643 Other 209,344 201,560 58,199,763 41,821,720 12.DeferredGovernmentTransfers Deferredgovernmenttransfersconsistofthefollowing: 20202019 $$ Gastaxfunding 16,599,751 14,069,996 ContributionfromRegionalDevelopmentCorporation27,794,260 16,599,751 41,864,256 AspertheGasTaxFundingAgreement,fundingreceivedaspartoftheGasTaxFundingprogramisrecorded asrevenueintheyearduringwhichrelatedexpendituresareincurred.Amountsthathavenotbeenspent arerecordedasdeferredgovernmenttransfersontheConsolidatedStatementofFinancialPosition. ThecontributionfromRegionalDevelopmentCorporationwasrelatedtotheSafeCleanDrinkingWater Project. 16 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 13.LongTermDebt 2020 InterestRateTermAnnualPayment20202019 YearofIssue%(Years)$$$ NewBrunswickMunicipalFinanceCorporationDebentures 20082.10to5.5515367,000 1,096,000 1,463,000 20082.10to5.5515175,000 1,400,000 1,575,000 20082.10to5.5515100,000 300,000 400,000 20101.50to4.55106,000,0006,000,000 20101.50to4.55102,750,0002,750,000 20111.65to4.25101,667,000 11,997,000 13,664,000 20111.65to4.2510700,000 7,700,000 8,400,000 20111.35to3.4510300,000 1,800,000 2,100,000 20111.35to3.4510350,000 3,850,000 4,200,000 20112.0615200,000 2,200,000 2,400,000 20121.35to3.5515767,000 5,364,000 6,131,000 20121.35to3.8020425,000 5,100,000 5,525,000 20121.35to3.5515300,000 2,100,000 2,400,000 20131.35to3.7015687,000 5,491,000 6,178,000 20131.35to4.0020550,000 7,150,000 7,700,000 20131.35to4.0020360,000 6,480,000 6,840,000 20142.0020500,000 7,000,000 7,500,000 20141.15to3.9015707,000 6,358,000 7,065,000 20141.20to3.7015267,000 2,398,000 2,665,000 20141.20to3.7020668,000 4,672,000 5,340,000 20141.15to3.901527,000 238,000 265,000 20150.95to3.2515500,000 5,000,000 5,500,000 20151.05to3.6515607,000 1,335,000 1,942,000 20150.95to3.5020175,000 2,625,000 2,800,000 20151.05to3.1520175,000 875,000 1,050,000 20151.05to3.6515107,000 665,000 772,000 20161.20to3.55151,034,000 4,034,000 5,068,000 20161.45to3.5015400,000 4,400,000 4,800,000 20161.45to3.7520200,000 3,200,000 3,400,000 20161.20to2.9510400,000 2,400,000 2,800,000 20161.20to3.5515127,000 792,000 919,000 20171.20to3.3015333,000 4,001,000 4,334,000 20171.65to3.2015513,000 2,361,000 2,874,000 20171.65to3.40301,500,000 40,500,000 42,000,000 20171.65to2.9010350,000 2,450,000 2,800,000 20171.65to3.2015101,000 867,000 968,000 20182.55to3.5515700,000 9,100,000 9,800,000 20182.10to3.005566,000 1,698,000 2,264,000 17 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 13.LongTermDebt(Continued) 2020 InterestRateTermAnnualPayment20202019 YearofIssue%(Years)$$$ 20182.10to3.4510125,000 1,000,000 1,125,000 20192.050to2.30051,034,000 4,136,000 5,170,000 20193.4110143,000 1,285,000 1,428,000 20192.050to2.8501075,000 675,000 750,000 20191.950to2.1005334,000 1,336,000 1,670,000 20191.950to2.800151,059,000 9,171,000 10,230,000 1.950to2.45010250,000 2,250,000 2,500,000 2019 20200.90to1.505 5,000,000 20200.50to2.3015 7,000,000 20200.90to2.0510 2,500,000 20200.50to1.8010 25,000,000 28,675,000 228,350,000 217,525,000 OtherDebentures CanadaMortgageandHousingDebentures 20093.9715106,752 471,103 577,854 TotalDebentures 28,781,752 228,821,103 218,102,854 Theaggregateamountofprincipalrepaymentsrequiredineachofthenextfiveyearsandthereafterto meetprovisionsoflongtermdebt,assumingmaturitydebtisrenewedattermscomparabletothose currentlyineffect,isasfollows: $ 2021 23,738,990 2022 23,048,396 2023 23,508,977 2024 21,435,740 2025 18,909,000 Thereafter 118,180,000 228,821,103 18 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 14.PostEmploymentBenefitsandCompensatedAbsences CityofSaintJohnSharedRiskPlan TheCityofSaintJohnPensionPlan(FormerCSJPlan)wasconvertedtotheCityofSaintJohnSharedRisk Plan("CSJSRP")effectiveJanuary1,2013(theconversiondate).ThepurposeoftheCSJSRPistoprovide securebenefitstomembersoftheplanwithoutanabsoluteguaranteebutwithariskfocusedmanagement approachdeliveringahighdegreeofcertaintythatbase benefitscanbemetinthevastmajorityofpotential futureeconomicscenarios.Theseobjectivesareachievedthroughthedevelopmentofariskmanagement frameworkthatadherestothelegislatedcriteria,resultsinalowprobabilitythatbasebenefitswillbe reduced,andsetsoutthespecificstepstobetakenshouldthePlan'sfundedratiofallbelow,orexceed, specifiedthresholds.Thesesteps,whenthePlanisunderfunded,includethecessationofindexationof benefits,increasingcontributionrates(toapredeterminedmaximum),reducingcertainancillarybenefits, andultimatelyreducingbasebenefits.WhenthePlanhasexcessfunding,previousbenefitreductions can bereversed,indexingisfullyimplemented,andvariousotherpotentialincreasescanbeimplemented, includingadecreaseincontributionrates(toapredeterminedmaximum). SharedriskplansarelegislatedundertheprovincialPensionBenefitsAct(PBA)whichcontainsanumberof requirementsthatmustbemetinordertoqualifyforregistrationbytheOfficeoftheSuperintendentof Pensions.ThePlanisalsosubjecttotheIncomeTaxAct.ThePlanisadministeredbyaBoardofTrustees whichincludes4individualsnominatedbytheCityand4individualsnominatedbyeachofthefourunions. TheassetsofthePlanareheldbyRBCInvestorandTreasuryServiceswhichactsascustodianofthePlan. TheassetsofthePlanaremanagedbyvariousinvestmentmanagerswhohavediscretionaryinvestment authoritywithintheinvestmentmandatesgiventothembythePlan'sBoardofTrustees.Theperformance ofthePlanrelativetoitsbenchmarksismeasuredonaregularbasis. Forservicepriortotheconversiondate,thePlanprovidesforpensionsattherateof2%peryearofservice timestheaverageofthethreeconsecutiveyearsofservicehavingthehighestsalaryatthetimeof conversion.Forserviceaftertheconversiondate,thepensionaccrual foreachyearofserviceis1.8%times thesalary(excludingovertimepay)earnedduringtherelevantyeartoacertainmaximumsalaryof $140,599thatisindexedeveryyear. Pensionbenefitsaccruedbeforetheconversiondatearepayablewithoutreductionwhentheage andserviceequalatleast85(oratage65,ifearlier).Pensionbenefitsaccruedaftertheconversiondateare payablewithoutreductionatage60foremployeesintheInternationalAssociationofFireFightersandSaint JohnPoliceAssociationandatage65forallotheremployees.Pensionbenefitscanbepaidasearlyasage 55withareduction. Sharedriskplansextinguishallaccruedrightstoautomaticfutureindexing.Theseautomaticadjustments havebeenreplacedbyindexingaspermittedbythePlan'sfundingpolicy,whichiscontingentontheSRP performance. 19 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 14.PostEmploymentBenefitsandCompensatedAbsences(Continued) CityofSaintJohnSharedRiskPlan(Continued) Theinitialrequiredemployeecontributionsareequalto12%ofearningsforemployeesintheInternational AssociationofFireFightersandSaintJohnPoliceAssociationandemployeecontributionsof9%ofearnings forotheremployees.Membersinpublicsafetyoccupationswhoacceptanonunionpositionwillhavea onetimeopportunitytoelecttocontinuetocontributeatthehigherrate.TheCitymakesinitialrequired employercontributionsof15.2%and11.4%ofearnings(representingabout126.7%ofemployee contributionrates)foreachofthesegroups.Theinitialcontributionratesforboththeemployeesandthe Cityissubjecttochangeasaresultofthetriggeringmechanismandlimitationsimposedbythe fundingpolicy.Also,sinceApril1,2013,theCityisrequiredtomakecontributionsof17%ofearningsfora periodof15years,orwhenthePlanachievesaminimumfundedratioof150%(ascalculatedunderthe legislation)usinga15yearopengroupmethod(nolessthan10yearsofpaymentmustbemade).TheCity hasnootherfinancialobligationotherthantomakecontributionsattheaboverates,andwithinthelimits foundunderthefundingpolicy. IntheeventofawindupofthePlaninthefiveyearsfollowingtheconversiondate,thePlanwouldbe woundupundertheprovisionsoftheFormerCSJPlan.AllassumptionsrelatingtotheCSJSRPhavebeen madeonthebasisofanongoingPlanandtheCitydoesnotforeseeawindupofthePlan. ActuarialValuations ActuarialvaluationsforthePlanareconductedannuallybytheBoardofTrusteesforregulatorypurposes. Inturn,theactuarialvaluationsforaccountingpurposesarebasedonthesefigures(withadjustments).The mostrecentactuarialvaluationwaspreparedasatJanuary1,2020.Theactuarialvaluationsforaccounting purposesarebasedonanumberofassumptionsaboutfutureevents,suchasinflationrates,interestrates, salaryincreases,employeeturnoverandmortality.TheaccruedbenefitobligationasatDecember31,2019 andcurrentperiodbenefitcostforthefollowingyeararebasedonanactuarialvaluationconductedasat December31,2019.TheaccruedbenefitobligationasatDecember31,2019andcurrentperiodbenefit costforthe followingyeararebasedonanactuarialvaluationconductedasatDecember31,2019and extrapolatedtoDecember31,2020,usingassumptionseffectiveforDecember31,2019.Theassumptions usedreflectmanagement'sbestestimates.Thefollowingsummarizesthemajorassumptionsinthe accountingvaluationsandextrapolationsatthevariouseffectivedates: 20202019 Discountrate 5.50%5.85% Inflationrate 2.10%2.10% Salaryincrease 2.85%2.85% MortalityCPM2014mortalitytablewithadjustmentsfactors TheExpectedAverageRemainingServiceLife(EARSL)is12years.Duringtheyear,theCitymadepension contributionsof$19,400,000(2019$19,700,000). 20 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 14.PostEmploymentBenefitsandCompensatedAbsences(Continued) CityofSaintJohnSharedRiskPlan(Continued) ThefollowingtablereflectstheCity'sshareoftheaccruedbenefitliability,whichequalstothefullportion oftheAccumulatedBenefitObligation("ABO")relatedtothetemporarycontributionsand55.9%ofthe remainingportionoftheABOnetofPlanassetsbecausefundingcontributionsaresharedat55.9%bythe Cityand44.1%byemployees,beforetakingintoaccounttheadditionaltemporarycontributionof17%of earnings. 20202019 $$ Cityshareofaccruedbenefitliability,beginningofyear 79,500,000 114,100,000 Cityshareofcurrentperiodbenefitcost 6,000,000 6,000,000 Cityshareofpastservicecost 3,400,000 1,800,000 Interestcost 4,500,000 6,600,000 LessCitycontributions(19,400,000)(19,700,000) Actuarialloss(gain)4,300,000(29,300,000) Cityshareofaccruedbenefitliability,endofyear 78,300,000 79,500,000 Unamortizedactuarialgain 8,900,000 14,800,000 Pensionliability,endofyear 87,200,000 94,300,000 ThefollowingtablereflectstheCityshareofpensionrelatedexpenses: 20202019 $$ Currentperiodbenefitcost 6,000,000 6,000,000 Pastservicecost 3,400,000 1,800,000 Interestcost 4,500,000 6,600,000 AmortizationofCityshareofactuarial(gain)loss(1,600,000)1,200,000 TotalexpenserelatedtoPension 12,300,000 15,600,000 OtherEmployeeFutureBenefits TheCityprovidesforthepaymentofretirementallowancestoretiringemployeesinaccordancewiththe termsofthevariouscollectiveagreementsandMunicipalpolicy.Theretirementallowanceisbasedonthe finalannualsalaryandyearsofserviceatretirement.EmployeesuponretirementfromtheCity areentitledtoaretirementallowanceequaltoonepay,toamaximumofsixmonths,foreveryfive yearsofservice.Theprogramhasbeenamendedtoprovidecertainemployeeswithapayoutoptionprior toretirement.Acceptingtheearlypayoutoptioneliminatesfurtheraccumulationofretirementallowance entitlementforthoseemployees. TheCityalsoprovidesforemployeesickleave.Unusedsickleaveaccumulatestoamaximumnumberof cash hourswhichvariesbyemploymentagreement.Underthisprogram,employeesarenotentitledtoa paymentinlieuofsickleavewhentheyleavetheemploymentexceptasdescribedbelowwithrespect totheretirementbothoutsideworkers(local18)andfirefighters(local771). 21 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 14.PostEmploymentBenefitsandCompensatedAbsences(Continued) OtherEmployeeFutureBenefits(Continued) Uponretirement,membersofLocal18and771willbeeligibletoreceive10%oftheirregularrateofpayfor accumulatedsickleavecreditsinexcessof1,760hoursor2,280hoursrespectively. ForemployeesoftheCity ofSaintJohnFiredepartment,whoareunabletoworkduetoheartdiseaseor permanentinjurytothelungs,theCitypayscertainamountstodisabledfirefightersortheirsurvivorspouse asaresultoftheprovisionsofanActoftheLegislature,knownastheActrespectingtheSaintJohn Firefighters'sAssociation. AsatJanuary1,2013,thepensionplanwasconvertedtoasharedriskmodel.Aspartofthe conversion,theCityassumedtheobligationforpayingexistingdisabilitypensions,thathadbeengranted undertheoldplan,untildisabledmembersreachtheageof65.Onagoforwardbasis,disabilitycoverageis nowprovidedforemployeesthroughalongtermdisabilityprogramadministeredbyaninsurancecarrier. FinallytherearespecificagreementsthatobligatetheCitytopaytopuppensionstocertainindividuals. Duringtheyear,theCitymadepaymentsof$63,800(2019$66,200)relatedthereto. ValuationTechniquesandAssumptions Actuarialvaluationsoftheabovebenefitsarecompletedforaccountingpurposesusingtheprojected benefitmethodproratedonservices.Thelastactuarialvaluationofthepostemploymentbenefitplanswas conductedasatDecember31,2020.Previoustothat,anactuarialvaluationwasperformedasatDecember 31,2019. Theabovebenefitplansareunfundedandassuch,therearenoapplicableassets.Benefitsarepaidoutof generalrevenueastheybecomedue. Areconciliationoftheaccruedbenefitobligationfortheseplans,alongwiththemainassumptionsusedfor disclosureandexpensecalculationsareasfollows: 20202019 $$ Accruedbenefitobligation,beginningofyear 24,943,900 25,608,500 Currentperiodbenefitcost 1,173,600 1,062,800 PastServiceimprovementcosts,planammendments(1,334,500) Benefitpayments(1,769,200)(2,948,300) Interestcost 680,300 853,400 Actuarialloss 1,197,900 1,702,000 Otheremployeefuturebenefits,endofyear 26,226,500 24,943,900 20202019 $$ Mainassumptionsusedfortheseplans: Discountrate 2.13%2.76% Salaryincrease 3.00%3.00% EARSLRange 3to23 4to24 22 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 14.PostEmploymentBenefitsandCompensatedAbsences(Continued) Thesebenefitplansrequirenocontributionsfromemployees.ThebenefitliabilityasatDecember31,2020 includesthefollowingcomponents: 20202019 $$ AccruedBenefitObligation(CarryingValue) Retirementallowances 5,770,600 4,921,100 Sickleave 9,916,000 9,142,000 Heartandlungpension 4,276,700 4,060,100 Disabilitybenefits 4,183,000 4,754,600 Contracturaltopupagreements 1,080,800 1,090,200 SickleaveSaintJohnTransitCommission 999,400 975,900 26,226,500 24,943,900 Unamortizedactuarialloss(7,758,400)(7,086,200) 18,468,100 17,857,700 TheunamortizedactuariallosseswillbeamortizedovertheEARSLoftherelatedemployeegroupsstarting inthenextfiscalyear.EARSLisdeterminedseparatelyforeachbenefitprogram. Thetotalexpenserelatedtootheremployeebenefitsdescribedaboveincludesthefollowingcomponents: 20202019 $$ Currentperiodbenefitcost 1,173,600 1,062,800 Amortizationofactuarialloss 525,700 822,200 1,699,300 1,885,000 Otheremployeebenefitinterestexpense 680,300 853,400 Totalexpenserelatedtootheremployeefuturebenefits 2,379,600 2,738,400 15.Contingencies InaccordancewiththeRegionalServiceDeliveryActandtheGeneralRegulationthereunder,theCityisalso liableforaproratashareofthedebenturesandotherlongtermdebtissuedonbehalfoftheFundyRegion SolidWasteCommission("Commission").TheportionattributabletotheCityisdeterminedonthebasisof itspercentageoftotalpopulationwithinallparticipatingmunicipalitiesandunincorporatedareas.Thetotal ofsuchdebtoutstandingatDecember31,2020amountedto$1,346,000(2019$2,000,000).Basedon 2003populationfigures,theCityisliableforapproximately55%ofthedebt. TheCityis,fromtimetotime,subjecttovariousinvestigations,claims,andlegalproceedingscovering mattersthatariseintheordinarycourseofitsbusinessactivities.Managementbelievesthatanyliability thatmayultimatelyresultfromtheresolutionofthesematterswillnothaveamaterialadverseeffecton theconsolidatedfinancialpositionoroperatingresultsoftheCity.LegalproceedingsfiledinDecember2013 remainoutstandingagainstthecityofSaintJohnwithrespecttotheallegedactivityofaformer employee/policeofficer.Thereliefsoughthasnotbeenquantifiedinthedocumentsfiledwiththecourtand thereforethecityisnotinapositiontoestimatetheamountofpotentialliabilityifany,inthismatter.Legal proceedingswerefiledagainsttheCityofSaintJohninearly2018relatingtothewatersuppliedbythe municipalwatersystemtosomeofitscustomers.Thereliefsoughthasnotbeenquantifiedinthe documentsfiledwiththecourtandthereforetheCityisnotinapositiontoestimatetheamountofthe potentialliability,ifany,inthismatter. 23 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 16.Commitments GreaterSaintJohnRegionalFacilitiesCommission During1998,theGreaterSaintJohnRegionalFacilitiesCommissionFacilitieswas createdbyanActoftheLegislativeAssembly ofNewBrunswick.UndertheprovisionsoftheAct,the RegionalFacilitiesCommissionhastheauthoritytodeterminetheannualamountoftotalmunicipal contributiontobemadetowardstheoperationoffiveregionalfacilities:theSaintJohnAquaticCentre Commission,HarbourStationCommission,theSaintJohnTradeandConventionCentre,theImperial TheatreandtheSaintJohnArtsCentre.UndertheprovisionsoftheAct,thecontributionisitspro ratashareoftheRegionalFacilitiesoperatingbudgetbasedonthetaxbasesofthe participatingmunicipalitiesoftheTownofQuispamsis,theTownofRothesay,theTown ofGrandBay WestfieldandtheCityofSaintJohn.TheCity'scontributionis66.95%in2020(201967.30%). 17.WaterandSewerFundSurplus TheMunicipalitiesActrequiresWaterandSewerFundsurplus/deficitamountstobeabsorbedintooneor moreoffourOperatingBudgetscommencingwiththesecondensuingyear;thebalanceofthe surplus/deficitattheendoftheyearconsistsof: 20202019 $$ 2020Surplus 969,038 2019Surplus 196,731 196,731 2018Surplus 38,844 51,791 2017Surplus 266,018 399,028 2016Surplus 179,141 358,282 2015Surplus161,112 1,649,772 1,166,944 18.Watercosttransfer ThewatercosttransferforfireprotectioniswithinthemaximumallowablebyRegulation81195 undertheMunicipalitiesAct,basedupontheapplicablepercentageofwatersystemexpendituresforthe population. 19.FundsHeldinTrust FundsadministeredbytheCityforthebenefitofexternalpartiesarenotincludedintheconsolidated financialstatements.TheamountadministeredasatDecember31,2020was$480,883(2019$476,554). 24 Total 542,921378,094 4,824,9895,746,004 12,961,47912,961,47924,484,50331,699,97812,961,479 (18,738,499) 52,677 Total2019 3,792,0326,822,9724,216,7526,450,929 19,412,40819,412,40810,667,68112,961,47919,412,408 2020 17,067 Capital 517,261 7,048,6337,048,6334,321,2474,338,3143,821,0536,531,3727,048,633 Reserve General 33,315 183,325 7,095,7717,095,7712,501,7252,535,0402,351,7154,744,0567,095,771 General Reserve Operating 25 Sewer & 2,411,0002,411,0002,411,0002,411,0002,411,0002,411,000 Reserve Operating Water Sewer Reserve & 1,381,0322,857,004 Water Capital Statements 2020 31, Financial Sewerage Operating and year1,686,051 of December year (Deficit)1,170,953 Reserves WaterGeneral John Surplus2,857,004 of of Consolidated fromfrom ended end beginning Saint Surplus Operating Revenues1,383,327 the of year to Assets Cash2,857,004Accumulated Revenue TransfersUtilityTransfersFundInterest2,295TotalExpenditures212,374AnnualBalance,Balance, City the 20.Statement TheNotesFor of: approved item other transfer 2020 2020. and the in 14, agenda made approve Recovery program. consent December program. on each Council purchases Restart in Restart 2020. 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TaylorDateClerk Deputy Consolidated as ended Resolutions certify Saint Saint by the of That of $2,151,725$2,907,882.49$621,373$1,225,000$781,000$405,000$561,026$818,000$120,000$104,407.56growth$1,100,000$2,428,730.74$356,353.36$212,374.12 year to hearby Council Movedrespectively5.10I JonathanCommonCity City the 20.Statement TheNotesFor Total 9,887,9228,651,646 29,957,51141,129,910 673,351,768705,830,032534,672,438471,872,420 1,692,305,3011,712,374,890 1,006,544,8581,006,544,858 under 8,297,8734,938,4341,511,3983,427,036 4,938,434 4,938,434 (3,359,439) AssetsConstruction2020 & 753,729262,546 Water 12,370,19916,977,003 Networks 749,985,927761,602,397276,442,556293,157,013 468,445,384 468,445,384468,445,384 Wastewater 6,238,5384,595,8594,152,401 12,010,420 459,598,300461,240,979227,477,773235,335,792225,905,187 225,905,187225,905,187 & 454,902255,766252,326 5,180,373 1,376,427 5,180,3735,180,373 17,352,04817,551,18411,246,71012,370,811 EquipmentTransportation Machinery 5,174,0953,200,0563,835,6833,124,363 54,156,25256,130,29130,149,34130,860,66125,269,630 25,269,63025,269,630 27 947,512860,010 4,782,6775,388,676 211,737,323215,572,488108,174,837112,703,503102,868,985 102,868,985102,868,985 194,947 2,088,2293,790,8755,879,1041,682,7811,877,7284,001,376 4,001,3764,001,376 Leasehold ImprovementsBuildingsVehicles 444,686 Land 1,346,754 40,692,18441,136,87018,177,77019,524,52421,612,346 21,612,34621,612,346 Improvements Statements 2020 60,978 $$$$$$$$$$ 31, 135,000 Land 148,397,165148,323,143148,323,143 148,323,143148,323,143 Financial (Continued) on assets AssetsAssets December ASSETS yearyear year OF ofof John AMORTIZATION the yearyear transfers assets amortization for ofof Consolidated CapitalCapital ended VALUE CAPITAL of: Wastewater Saint and beginningendbeginningend Fund the and of BOOK year to Consists COST Balance,AdditionsDisposalsBalance,ACCUMULATED Balance,AmortizationAccumulateddisposalsBalance,NETTANGIBLE GeneralWater City the 21.Tangible21.Tangible TheNotesFor 35,152 Total 37,740,30913,391,37640,617,24411,823,966 644,523,338673,351,768542,333,352476,620,181 1,667,956,3671,692,305,301 1,018,953,5331,018,953,533 under 6,395,4321,902,4338,297,8655,221,0573,076,808 8,297,865 8,297,865 AssetsConstruction2019 & 3,782,5563,362,057 Water 22,270,96816,562,363 Networks 731,497,517749,985,929276,442,556 263,242,250473,543,373 473,543,373473,543,373 Wastewater 9,091,4956,961,3126,057,064 12,112,854 457,468,117459,598,300221,421,983227,477,773232,120,527 232,120,527232,120,527 & 35,152 480,268156,268148,892 9,863,9916,105,340 1,496,459 6,105,3406,105,340 17,028,05017,352,05011,246,710 EquipmentTransportation Machinery 2,342,6852,191,0453,772,7482,123,579 54,004,61354,156,25328,500,17230,149,34124,006,912 24,006,91224,006,912 28 335,087134,194132,374 5,330,367 211,536,430211,737,323102,976,844108,174,837103,562,486 103,562,486103,562,486 54,544 405,447 405,447 405,447 2,088,2282,088,2281,628,2371,682,781 Leasehold ImprovementsBuildingsVehicles Land 1,309,7921,287,909 39,382,39640,692,18816,889,86118,177,77022,514,418 22,514,41822,514,418 Improvements Statements 2020 7,581 $$$$$$$$$$ 31, 166,000 Land 148,555,584148,397,165148,397,165 148,397,165148,397,165 Financial on assets land December ASSETS yearyear year to OF ofof John AMORTIZATION the yearyear transfers assets amortization for ofof related Consolidated ended VALUE CAPITAL of: Wastewater Saint and beginningendbeginningend Fund resale the and of BOOK year for to Consists COST Balance,AdditionsDisposalsAdjustmentsheldBalance,ACCUMULATED Balance,AmortizationAccumulateddisposalsAdjustmentsBalance,NETTANGIBLE GeneralWater City the TheNotesFor 740,887 2019 2,788,061 1,654,3797,704,780 (8,580,305) 16,279,66924,329,40445,592,25059,072,97340,617,24410,046,000 125,704,831108,228,789225,669,786 217,089,481 Consolidated 2020 4,590,7093,589,1251,870,1376,851,1254,039,0002,732,909 16,182,33516,062,57044,845,37856,241,87641,129,910 127,968,110215,108,364104,113,544212,375,455 Consolidated 4,039,0004,039,000 Energy (4,039,000) Services & 4,098 857,654 983,663 4,379,8513,096,2301,333,6578,813,836 1,841,317 (6,972,519) Cultural Services Recreational 75,95856,186 126,687247,163 3,411,3503,613,9957,056,4379,684,283 Services 17,044,069 (13,430,074) Development Environmental 1,620,6012,104,2833,724,884 Health (3,724,884) Services Environmental 29 & Services 3,005,564 (1,378,252) Water 44,845,37844,845,37810,659,76215,581,30116,977,00346,223,630 Sewer 622,815 444,984 7,808,4548,189,352 8,253,438 Services 19,973,86114,576,91643,362,944 (35,109,506) Transportation 308,031 2,979,2763,287,3075,380,827 Services 48,288,38153,669,208 (50,381,901) Protective 6,772 Statements $$$$$$$$$$ 2020 4,590,7091,005,8363,513,1677,995,1713,162,462 General Services 16,182,33512,134,65112,205,60035,497,884 127,968,110117,769,045 153,266,929 Government 31, Financial THE sources assets December FOR services own others John charges services tangible revenue from revenue grant from of energy Disclosure Consolidated bank ended benefits services (DEFICIT) Saint energy assistance taxes sewer and and from the and & of revenue year from to REVENUESSURPLUSYEAR PropertyUnconditionalFinancialOtherMiscellaneousWaterIncomeContributions EXPENSES SalariesGoodsAmortizationInterestLoss City the 22.Segment TheNotesFor 634,900 (366,085)(774,000) 5,500,0001,600,0008,100,000 60,853,07641,129,91021,281,75136,433,924 (24,419,152) (101,525,628) (4,754,690) EntitiesTotal (10,479,061)(10,479,061) (15,233,749) Controlled Funds (39,010) (39,010) & Capital FundTrust 16,977,003 42,976,414 30,836,151 Water (29,117,266)(12,140,263) Sewer & er t 969,036 (486,000) a Fund 3,286,7526,368,0005,500,000 Sewer 14,668,752 15,637,788 W Operating Fund 6,771 General 22,692,78124,152,907 (46,838,917)(22,686,010) Capital 30 $$$$$$$ 119,915634,900 (991,455)(774,000) Fund 5,500,0001,600,0002,600,000 14,913,751 General (18,377,136) Operating Reconciliation (Deficit) Act requirements Surplus funding Statements for Governance 2020 (deficit)6,217,430 31, Local Accumulated (deficit) per Financial PSAS5,225,975 of surplus (deficit) (loss) per surplus gain repayment annual (Deficit), December surplus Schedule John annual (Deficit), 2020 adjustment year's Surplus to actuarial principal entries Consolidated ended 2020 expenseof operating Saint to Surplus Fund debtdisability the of expense previous year from to termterm adjusting employment adjustments Annual Annual City the SecondPSASAmortizationLongPostPensionAmortizationLongCapital 23.Consolidated 2020Total 2020 Adjustments TheNotesFor d an e 147,751273,717 (125,966) d 2019 Centre 29,415,61639,959,85525,860,94814,098,907 200,618,676171,203,060 Statements Tra Convention Consolidated c i Financial 180,874743,067 (562,193) 2020 quat 1,256,5402,310,1919,717,238 Centre (1,053,651) A 25,449,66824,950,987 (15,233,749) 175,623,173150,173,505 Consolidated Commission our Games 11,874 Consolidated b 477,238 567,871738,630477,238 (638,580) ar 1,306,5011,589,7572,228,3377,868,8437,856,969 Station H the Foundation Commission Canada in John John 60,06790,646 Public 711,560255,219555,202 (464,556) included 1,407,4001,268,1231,208,056 Library (1,152,181) 81,236,14080,524,580 Develop Saint Free Saint are n h o J 75,149 Energy 188,816343,172156,543186,629298,533 (223,384) Lord nt i 9,744,1578,255,7962,816,0582,627,242 aParking 17,999,953 S Beaverbrook John Commission n h Saint o J John of method $$$$$$ $$$$$$ nt i 3,008,8804,039,000 Energy (4,039,000) (8,202,485) Transit a 28,703,56713,454,52915,249,03811,211,36536,716,00036,716,000 Saint S Commission equity results 31 The modified the Statements. using Financial Consolidated the Statements in 2020 31, included Financial are Operations December John (deficit)(deficit) entities Entities Consolidated ended expensesexpenses (deficit)(deficit) Saint surplussurplus noted the of year to surplussurplus assetsliabilitiesrevenuesoperatingassetsliabilitiesrevenuesoperating above City the The 24.Controlled Total Annual Total Accumulated TotalTotal Annual TotalTotal Accumulated TotalTotal TheNotesFor TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 25.ReconciliationofFundingDeficitUponAdoptionofPSAS OnJanuary1,2017theCityadoptedtheuseofPSAS.Asaresult,certainliabilitiesrelatingtoemployment benefitshadtoberestatedtoreflecttheadoptionofthestandards. SpecialTopupRetirement AgreementsHeartandLungAllowances $$$ LiabilitiesatDecember31,2016ascalculatedon adoptionofPSAS1,035,5005,133,6004,517,400 AmountofDecember31,2016liabilitiesfundedin currentyear 45,300(1,134,600)1,253,200 Balancetobefundedinfutureyears1,080,8003,999,0005,770,600 26.COVID19Pandemic OnMarch11,2020,theWorldHealthOrganizationcharacterizedtheoutbreakofastrainofthenovel coronavirus("COVID19")asapandemicwhichhasresultedinaseriesofpublichealthandemergency measuresthathavebeenputinplacetocombatthespreadofthevirus.ThedurationandimpactofCOVID19 isunknownatthistime.WhiletheCityisunabletoreliablyestimatetheimpact,thelengthortheseverityof thesedevelopmentsatthistime,theCitydoesnotexpectthatthefinancialimpactwillhaveamaterialeffect onthefinancialresultsandconditionoftheCityinfutureperiods. 32 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 27.OtherRevenueandExpenseDetails 2020 Budget (Unaudited) (Note2)20202019 $$$ REVENUE OtherRevenuesfromOwnSources Transportationservices12,657,794 7,808,454 11,882,285 Environmentaldevelopmentservices3,301,681 3,411,350 6,085,926 Protectiveservices2,870,027 2,979,276 3,229,252 Generalgovernmentservices3,135,268 1,005,836 1,503,397 Recreationalandculturalservices1,132,439 857,654 1,628,544 23,097,209 16,062,570 24,329,404 ContributionsfromOthers Recreationalandculturalservices 983,663 Transportationservices250,000 444,984 253,762 Protectiveservices 308,031 38,434 Environmentaldevelopmentservices1,092,727 126,687 925,772 Generalgovernmentservices 6,772 436,411 1,342,727 1,870,137 1,654,379 GovernmentTransfersforCapital RegionalDevelopmentCorporation 28,373,933 13,090,484 InfrastructureCanadagastaxfunding 2,299,211 2,512,951 Federal/Provincialcleanwastewaterfunding 1,173,523 2,204,137 ACOA/RDCCityMarket 967,933 Other 782,096 417,256 InfrastructureCanadaSCDW 104,319 48,495,681 33,701,015 66,720,509 OtherContributedAssetsforCapital Donatedassets1,225,004 FederationofCanadianMunicipalities923,767 Other54,030 2,202,801 33 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 27.OtherRevenueandExpenseDetails(Continued) 2020 Budget (Unaudited) (Note2)20202019 $$$ EXPENDITURES GeneralGovernmentServices Legislative CommonCouncil549,067 466,686 478,157 Mayor'soffice218,130 175,715 190,070 767,197 642,401 668,227 CityManager Citymanager800,584 743,498 673,380 Corporatecommunications573,547 491,451 388,016 Corporateplanning503,224 403,336 536,453 1,877,355 1,638,285 1,597,849 CommonServices Propertyassessment1,367,705 1,390,789 1,366,162 Cityhallbuilding1,225,211 1,305,313 943,723 Publicliabilityinsurance340,000 386,631 348,372 2,932,916 3,082,733 2,658,257 Other Amortization 7,995,152 7,854,068 Other4,913,458 6,261,921 1,751,496 Informationsystemsandsupport2,966,799 3,657,737 2,247,593 Debtcharges17,719,871 3,162,534 3,593,183 Postemploymentexpenses9,575,000 2,480,258 5,495,738 Finance1,640,459 2,347,271 2,406,614 Humanresources1,565,654 1,401,575 1,512,655 Materialsmanagement1,207,895 1,234,061 1,171,860 Citysolicitor795,948 845,788 656,969 Insurance171,500 167,233 165,201 Commonclerk605,438 560,923 569,140 RegionalServicesCommission20,000 20,012 37,474 41,182,022 30,134,465 27,461,991 TotalGeneralGovernmentServices 46,759,490 35,497,884 32,386,324 34 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 27.OtherRevenueandExpenseDetails(Continued) 2020 Budget (Unaudited) (Note2)20202019 $$$ ProtectiveServices PoliceProtection Policeoperations15,212,146 15,357,377 15,129,893 Criminalinvestigations4,645,588 4,489,301 4,570,677 Administration2,185,830 2,283,066 1,995,988 Supportservices1,920,869 1,607,749 1,573,891 Stationsandbuildings956,700 792,054 923,036 Automotive1,000,500 601,719 611,968 Detentionservices174,000 168,589 170,874 26,095,633 25,299,855 24,976,327 FireProtection Fireoperations23,973,021 22,307,841 22,944,949 Fireprevention866,034 796,114 842,833 Fireinvestigation70,931 60,169 60,268 24,909,986 23,164,124 23,848,050 OtherProtectiveServices Emergencydispatchcentre2,583,013 2,765,484 2,547,815 Inspectionservices1,061,368 950,738 934,812 Enforcementservices413,596 387,029 434,824 Dangerousbuildings501,524 368,197 410,743 Emergencymeasures336,152 358,615 384,867 Minimumstandards285,085 283,921 264,241 Animalcontrol91,244 91,245 89,632 5,271,982 5,205,229 5,066,934 TotalProtectiveServices 56,277,601 53,669,208 53,891,311 TransportationServices PublicWorks Amortization 12,010,420 12,112,854 Roadsandsidewalks17,000,822 11,013,541 13,208,362 Otherdrainageservices2,693,330 2,081,343 2,693,469 Streetlighting999,159 937,187 949,174 Municipaloperations625,296 586,521 504,727 21,318,607 26,629,012 29,468,586 35 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 27.OtherRevenueandExpenseDetails(Continued) 2020 Budget (Unaudited) (Note2)20202019 $$$ GeneralEngineering Trafficengineeringandsystems2,241,753 1,778,887 2,082,029 Transportation572,934 661,609 550,711 2,814,687 2,440,496 2,632,740 ParkingAdministration Parkingadministration616,756 454,829 506,135 616,756 454,829 506,135 ExternalControlledEntities SaintJohnTransitCommission10,210,003 11,211,365 13,254,104 SaintJohnParkingCommission4,636,835 2,627,242 2,943,867 14,846,838 13,838,607 16,197,971 TotalTransportationServices 39,596,888 43,362,944 48,805,432 WaterandSewerServices SaintJohnWater&Wastewater Amortization 16,977,003 16,562,363 Drinkingwater15,658,000 13,282,700 14,107,169 Wastewater11,183,000 8,552,753 9,288,025 Fiscalcharges19,315,999 4,514,755 4,594,608 Industrialwater2,442,001 2,003,970 1,511,160 Infrastructuremanagement822,000 724,774 702,471 Internalcharges910,000 167,675 185,823 TotalWaterandSewerServices 50,331,000 46,223,630 46,951,619 EnvironmentalHealthServices SanitaryServices3,781,035 3,724,884 3,264,430 TotalEnvironmentalHealthServices 3,781,035 3,724,884 3,264,430 36 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 27.OtherRevenueandExpenseDetails(Continued) 2020 Budget (Unaudited) (Note2)20202019 $$$ EnvironmentalDevelopmentServices ResearchandPlanning Communityplanning1,716,242 1,527,657 1,459,226 Succeedandstay200,343 140,441 123,571 PlanSJ121,34553,648 2,037,930 1,668,098 1,636,445 AdministrationandGeographicInformationSystems(GIS) Carpentershop324,236 400,096 200,841 GIS420,721 380,141 333,335 744,957 780,237 534,176 EconomicDevelopment MarketSquarecommonarea2,488,248 2,490,900 2,506,897 Regionalfacilities2,321,289 885,294 974,399 Regionaleconomicdevelopment475,000 475,000 475,000 Growthreserve350,00042,500 5,634,537 3,851,194 3,998,796 RealEstateManagement Propertymanagement1,476,376 1,990,931 2,030,414 Realestate275,891 252,332 262,074 1,752,267 2,243,263 2,292,488 OtherEnvironmentalDevelopmentServices CityMarket1,012,480 1,111,034 1,196,384 Tourism2,018,608 973,034 1,033,495 Communitydevelopment194,358 197,834 267,508 3,225,446 2,281,902 2,497,387 ExternalControlledEntities AquaticCentreCommission 2,310,191 2,882,411 TDStationCommission1,130,366 2,228,337 3,193,038 DevelopSaintJohn2,516,947 1,407,130 1,810,618 TradeandConventionCentre925,054 273,717 928,574 4,572,367 6,219,375 8,814,641 TotalEnvironmentalDevelopmentServices 17,967,504 17,044,069 19,773,933 37 TheCityofSaintJohn NotestotheConsolidatedFinancialStatements FortheyearendedDecember31,2020 27.OtherRevenueandExpenseDetails(Continued) 2020 Budget (Unaudited) (Note2)20202019 $$$ RecreationalandCulturalServices CulturalGrants Otherculturalgrants1,535,615 1,089,572 1,281,063 1,535,615 1,089,572 1,281,063 Parks Parksgeneralservices2,310,698 1,748,643 1,891,702 RockwoodPark571,447 393,244 575,602 2,882,145 2,141,887 2,467,304 CommunityServices Recreationandparks259,186 241,769 228,906 Parksandplaygrounds313,565 226,680 208,259 ProKids124,940 79,810 109,863 697,691 548,259 547,028 OtherRecreationalandCulturalServices Sportsandrecreation3,411,120 2,831,737 3,638,307 Amortization 1,333,657 1,274,812 Communitycentres663,842 378,236 677,854 Culturalaffairs124,110 113,991 103,284 4,199,072 4,657,621 5,694,257 ExternallyControlledEntities SaintJohnFreePublicLibrary 555,202 583,322 LordBeaverbrookRink 298,533 441,468 CanadaGamesFoundation(477,238)(463,705) 376,497 561,085 TotalRecreationalandCulturalServices 9,314,523 8,813,836 10,550,737 TOTALEXPENDITURES 224,028,041 208,336,455 215,623,786 38 Deloitte LLP P.O. Box 20094 Brunswick Square Saint John NB E2L 5B2 Canada Tel: 506-632-1080 Fax: 506-632-1210 www.deloitte.ca Independent Auditor’s Report To His Worship the Mayor and Members of Common Council of The City of Saint John Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements Opinion We have audited the financial statements of The City of Saint John Trust Funds (“City”), which comprise the statement of financial position as at December 31, 2020 the statements of changes in net assets and cash flows for the year then ended, and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the City as at December 31, 2020, and the results of its operations, its accumulated surplus, changes in its net debt, and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting standards (“PSAS”). Basis for Opinion We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards (“Canadian GAAS”). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the City in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in Canada, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with PSAS, and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Organization’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Organization or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so. Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Organization’s financial reporting process. Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian GAAS will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. 2 As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian GAAS, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also: Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Organization’s internal control. Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management. Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Organization’s ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Organization to cease to continue as a going concern. Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit. Chartered Professional Accountants Saint John, NB \[DATE\] 3 Statement of revenue and expenses of T The City of Saint John Trade and Convention Centre F December 31, 2020 A R D Independent Auditor’s Report 1–2 Statement of revenue and expenses3 Notes to the financial statement4–5 T F A R D Deloitte LLP 816 Main Street Moncton NB E1C 1E6 Canada Tel: 506-389-8073 Fax: 506-632-1210 www.deloitte.ca Independent Auditor’s Report To the Mayor and Common Counselof The City of Saint John Opinion We have audited the accompanying statement of revenue and expenses of The City of Saint John Trade and Convention Centre (the “Centre”), for the year ended December 31,2020, and other explanatory information (the “financial statement”). This financial statement was prepared by management in accordance with the provisions of the management agreement between The City of Saint John (the “City”) and Hilton Canada Co. dated June 1, 1984 with an amendment dated September 4, 2014. In our opinion, the accompanying financial statement of the Centre for the year ended December 31, T 2020are prepared, in allmaterial respects, in accordancewiththe provisionsof the management agreement between the City and Hilton Canada Co. dated June 1, 1984 with anamendment dated September 4, 2014. F Basis for Opinion We conductedour audit inaccordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards (“Canadian GAAS”). Our responsibilities underthose standards are further described in the Auditor’sResponsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are A independent of the Centre in accordance withthe ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in Canada, and we have fulfilledourother ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. R Emphasis of Matter – Basis of Accounting We draw attention to Note 1 to the financial statements, which describes the basis of accounting. The financial statements are prepared to assist the Centre in complying with the provisions of the management agreement between The City of Saint John (the “City”) and Hilton Canada Co. dated D June 1, 1984 with an amendment dated September 4, 2014. As a result, the financial statements may not be suitable for another purpose. Our opinion is not modified in respect of this matter. Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation of the financial statement in accordance with the provisions of the management agreement between the City and Hilton Canada Co. dated June 1, 1984 with an amendment dated September 4, 2014, and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Centre’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Centre or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so. Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Centre’s financial reporting process. Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian GAAS will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian GAAS, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also: Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Centre’s internal control. Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management. Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting T and, basedonthe audit evidence obtained, whethera material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on theCentre’s ability to continue as a going concern. Ifwe conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in F our auditor’s report to therelated disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify ouropinion. Our conclusions are based on theaudit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause theCentreto cease to continue as a going concern. A We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit. R D Chartered Professional Accountants DATE The City of Saint John Trade and Convention Centre Statement of revenue and expenses Year ended December 31, 2020 20202020 2019 BudgetActual Actual Note $$$ (Unaudited) 1 Revenue Room rental 182,000 78,518 186,318 Commissions on food and beverage sales and sundry revenue 285,360 69,233 271,678 467,360 147,751 457,996 Direct expenses Wages and benefits 226,404 77,956 208,523 Laundry 19,100 4,341 23,680 Supplies 25,200 1,078 22,778 Operating equipment and uniforms — — 1,262 270,704 83,375 256,243 196,656 64,376 201,753 T Overhead expenses Salaries and benefits 522,343 123,947 522,360 Outside services 43,260 29,301 39,508 Advertising and promotion 19,209 13,082 16,055 F Garbage removal 10,350 10,125 10,350 Legal and audit 9,000 8,250 8,502 Cleaning and maintenance 20,925 4,476 15,968 Telecommunication 10,800 4,156 10,700 A Postage, printing and stationery 2,700 2,347 2,328 Equipment rental 1,800 1,872 3,448 Gas 5,400 1,694 4,942 Licenses 1,443 1,540 1,443 R Miscellaneous expense 100 1,149 39,224 Water heating charges 1,600 715 5,571 Travel and training 4,350 427 5,366 Entertainment 1,050 43 510 D Dues and subscriptions 20 — — 654,350 203,124 686,275 Operating deficit for the year (457,694) (138,748) (484,522) Expenses not paid directly by the Centre Management fee 196,000 196,643 193,008 HVAC utility/maintenance 134,714 195,402 133,666 Real estate tax 83,646 85,138 84,139 Electricity 32,604 32,604 31,833 446,964 509,787 442,646 Total expenses 1,372,018 796,286 1,385,164 Total deficit for the year (904,658) (648,535) (927,168) The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements. Page 3 The City of Saint John Trade and Convention Centre Notes to the financial statement December 31, 2020 1. Revenue Under the terms of the management agreement dated June 1, 1984, with amendment dated September 4, 2014, Hilton Canada Co. pays to the Saint John Trade and Convention Centre (“Centre”) a percentage of gross revenue forfood and beverage with cost of sales, including product and labour costs, being the responsibility of Hilton Canada Co. The Centre is responsible for all other operating costs. 2. Government assistance In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal and provincial governments have been implementing programs to help companies that are experiencing financial difficulty. During the year the Company recognized $70,726 (nil in 2019) in wage subsidy, which was netted against salaries and benefits. 3. Management agreement – Saint John Trade and Convention Centre This financial statement has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the T management agreement between the City of Saint John (the “City”) and Hilton Canada Co. The Centre is owned by the City and managed by Hilton Canada Co. under an amended management agreement dated September 4, 2014. The original agreement dated June 1, 1984 F had a 20 year term with options to renew for three consecutive 10 year periods. One 10 year renewal period remains. According to the terms of this agreement, the City is responsible for the operating loss of the Centre. In addition to the operating loss under this agreement, the City incurs common area costs and management fees which are reflected in the general operating A fund of the City’s consolidated financial statements. With the establishment of the Greater Saint John Regional Facilities Commission in 1998, operating deficits, management fees and property taxes included in common area costs are shared with the municipalities making up the Greater Saint John Regional Facilities Commission. R These costs are allocated in proportion to the tax bases of the municipalities. 4. Recording of assets and liabilities D The City’s investment in the structure and related equipment, furnishings and fixtures is reported on the Capital and Loan Fund balance sheet of the City. 5. Greater Saint John Regional Facilities Commission Act Under the regional Greater Saint John Regional Facilities Commission Act, pursuant to 87(2)(a) of the Municipalities Act, councils of the participating communities of Grand Bay Westfield, Quispamsis, Rothesay and Saint John are required to pay contributions towards the operation of regional facilities, which include the Centre. The amount of contribution is calculated on the net operating cost for each facility covered under the Municipalities Act, in proportion to the tax base of the contributing municipality. Page 4 The City of Saint John Trade and Convention Centre Notes to the financial statement December 31, 2020 6.Budget figures The 2020 budget figures that are presented on the Statement of revenue and expenses for comparison with the actual figures were provided by the Centre’s management and have not been audited. 7.Pandemic risk On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization characterized the outbreak of a strain of the novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”) as a pandemic, which has resulted in a series of public health and emergency measures that have been put in place to combat the spread of the virus, including the announcement of a statement of emergency in the Province of New Brunswick on March 19, 2020. The duration and impact of COVID-19 is unknown at this time and it is not possible to reliably estimate the impact that the length and severity of these developments will have on the financial results and position of the Centre in future fiscal years. T F A R D Page 5 Financial statements oftatements oftatements of Develop Saint JohnDevelop Saint JohnDevelop Saint John Inc.Inc.Inc. TTT December 31, 2020 FFF AAA RRR DDD Independent Auditor’s Report 1–2 Statement of financial position 3 Statement of operations and accumulated surplusStatement of operations and accumulated surplusStatement of operations and accumulated surplus 4 TTT Statement of changes in net Statement of changes in net Statement of changes in net financial financial financial assetsassetsassets 5 FFF Statement of cash flowsStatement of cash flowsStatement of cash flows6 Notes to the financial statementsNotes to the financial statementsNotes to the financial statements 7–13 AAA RRR DDD Deloitte LLP Brunswick House th 44 Chipman Hill, 7 Floor Saint John NB E2L 2A9 Canada Tel: 506-632-1080 Fax: 506-632-1210 www.deloitte.ca Independent Auditor’s Report To the Board of Directors of Develop Saint John Inc. Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements Opinion We have audited the financial statements of Develop Saint John Inc.We have audited the financial statements of Develop Saint John Inc.We have audited the financial statements of Develop Saint John Inc. (the “Corporation”), which (the “Corporation”), which (the “Corporation”), which comprise the statement of financial position as at December 31, 20position as at December 31, 20position as at December 31, 20202020, and the statements of , and the statements of , and the statements of operations and accumulated surplus, change in net assets and cash flow for the year then ended, and operations and accumulated surplus, change in net assets and cash flow for the year then ended, and operations and accumulated surplus, change in net assets and cash flow for the year then ended, and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies (collectively notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies (collectively notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the T financial position of the Corporation as at December 31, 20ecember 31, 20ecember 31, 20202020, and the results of its operations, , and the results of its operations, , and the results of its operations, changes in its net assets, and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian changes in its net assets, and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian changes in its net assets, and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting standards (“PSAS”).public sector accounting standards (“PSAS”). F Basis for Opinion We conducted our audit in accordance with We conducted our audit in accordance with We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards Canadian generally accepted auditing standards Canadian generally accepted auditing standards (“Canadian GAAS”). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the (“Canadian GAAS”). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the (“Canadian GAAS”). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of A the Corporation in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the Corporation in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the Corporation in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in Canada, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance financial statements in Canada, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance financial statements in Canada, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidencewith these requirements. We believe that the audit evidencewith these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. R Emphasis of matter We draw your attention to Note 1 of the financial statements, which explains the event that draw your attention to Note 1 of the financial statements, which explains the event that draw your attention to Note 1 of the financial statements, which explains the event that resulted in the dissolution of the Corporationorporationorporation. Our opinion i. Our opinion i. Our opinion is not modified in respect to this matter. D Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with PSAS, and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Corporations ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Corporation or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so. Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Corporation’s financial reporting process. Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian GAAS will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian GAAS, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also: Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Corporation’s internal control. opinion on the effectiveness of the Corporation’s internal control. opinion on the effectiveness of the Corporation’s internal control. Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.estimates and related disclosures made by management.estimates and related disclosures made by management. Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accConclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accConclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Corporation’s ability to continue as a going or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Corporation’s ability to continue as a going or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Corporation’s ability to continue as a going T concern. If we conclude that a material uncertaintyconcern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in exists, we are required to draw attention in exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Corporation of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Corporation of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Corporation F to cease to continue as a going concern.to cease to continue as a going concern.to cease to continue as a going concern. Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and A events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and sscope and timing of the audit and sscope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in ignificant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in ignificant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.internal control that we identify during our audit.internal control that we identify during our audit. R D Charted Professional Accountants DATE Develop Saint John Inc. Statement of financial position As at December 31, 2020 2020 2019 Notes $$ Assets Financial assets Cash Unrestricted 790,620 830,278 12 Restricted 1,000,000 1,000,000 Accounts receivable Trade 631,844 64,437 Harmonized Sales Tax 23,008 15,117 3 Investments — 497,400 2,445,472 2,407,232 Liabilities 444 Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 646,560646,560 509,615 55 Development incentives payable 65,00065,000 65,000 711,560711,560 574,615 Net financial assets 1,733,912 1,832,617 TTTTTTTT Non-financial assets Prepaid expenses — 1,595 FFFFFFFF 888 Land held for resale 3,053,011 3,055,574 10 Tangible capital assets 7,479,794 7,690,384 10,532,805 10,747,553 AAAAAAAA Accumulated surplus and contributionsAccumulated surplus and contributionsAccumulated surplus and contributions Capital 1,000 1,000 Contributed equity 135,839 135,839 RRRRRRRR Accumulated surplusAccumulated surplusAccumulated surplus 12,129,877 12,443,331 12,266,716 12,580,170 The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements. DDDDDDDD Approved by _______________________________, Director _______________________________, Director Page 3 Develop Saint John Inc. Statement of operations and accumulated surplus Year ended December 31, 2020 20202020 2019 BudgetActuals Actuals $$$ Revenue Operating grant – City of Saint John 838,727 838,727 820,992 Other revenue 100,000 117,634 139,372 Saint John Industrial Parks 225,000 89,332 587,945 Province of New Brunswick 74,000 65,453 71,491 Government of Canada 180,000 — — 1,417,727 1,111,146 1,619,800 Expenses Wages and benefits 635,000635,000 604,838 618,132 Saint John Industrial Parks 205,000205,000 185,176 545,887 Business development 130,000130,000 153,440153,440 139,529 Office, admin and IT 98,63098,630 142,878142,878 81,859 Strategic projects 140,000140,000 65,61765,617 162,256 Marketing 80,00080,000 56,008 71,167 TTTTTTTT Professional development 6,0006,000 6,053 13,299 Affordable neighbourhood 173,000173,000 — 1,017 Expenses before depreciation 1,467,6301,467,630 1,214,010 1,633,146 FFFFFFFF Depreciation 210,597210,597 210,590 210,591 1,678,227 1,424,600 1,843,737 AAAAAAAA Annual deficit — (313,454) (223,937) Accumulated surplus, beginning of yearAccumulated surplus, beginning of yearAccumulated surplus, beginning of year — 12,443,331 12,667,268 Accumulated surplus, end of yearAccumulated surplus, end of yearAccumulated surplus, end of year — 12,129,877 12,443,331 RRRRRRRR The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements. DDDDDDDD Page 4 Develop Saint John Inc. Statement of changes in net financial assets Year ended December 31, 2020 2020 2019 $$ Annual deficit (313,454) (223,937) Amortization of tangible capital assets 210,590 210,591 210,590 210,591 Change in land held for resale 2,564 456,997 Change in prepaid expenses 1,595 24,993 4,159 481,990 (Decrease) increase in net financial assets (98,705) 468,644 Net financial assets, beginning of year 1,832,617 1,363,973 Net financial assets, end of year 1,733,9121,733,912 1,832,617 The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements. TTTTTT FFFFFF AAAAAA RRRRRR DDDDDD Page 5 Develop Saint John Inc. Statement of cash flows Year ended December 31, 2020 2020 2019 $$ Operating activities Annual deficit (313,454) (223,937) Items not affecting cash Amortization of tangible capital assets 210,590 210,591 Non-cash investment (income) loss — (37,341) Changes in non-cash working capital items Accounts receivable – trade (567,407) 409,596 Accounts receivable – Harmonized Sales Tax (7,891) 64,901 Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 136,945 190,869 Land held for resale 2,563 456,997 Prepaid expenses 1,595 24,993 (537,059)(537,059) 1,096,669 Investing activity Liquidation of investments 497,401497,401 — Net (decrease) increase in cash and TTTTT cash equivalents (39,658) 1,096,669 Cash, beginning of year 1,830,278 733,609 Cash, end of year 1,790,620 1,830,278 FFFFF The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements. AAAAA RRRRR DDDDD Page 6 Develop Saint John Inc. Notes to the financial statements Year ended December 31, 2020 1.General On January 1, 2018, as part of a decision made by the City of Saint John (the “City”), Saint John Development Corporation was renamed Develop Saint John Inc. (the “Corporation”) and the mandate of the Corporation changed. This change involved the resignation of the former Board members, with the exception of two members, and the appointment of new Board members. The change also involved the amalgamation of the Corporation with Saint John Industrial Parks and a reorganization of operating responsibilities between the Corporation and the City. The new mandate of the Corporation is centered on the City’s efforts to promote and facilitate real estate development and tax base growth. The Corporation is incorporated by an Act of the Legislature of the Province of New Brunswick known as an Act to incorporate the Market Square Corporation, S.N.B 1980, c. 58. At the end of the year, the Corporation transferred all of its assets and liabilities to the City andt the end of the year, the Corporation transferred all of its assets and liabilities to the City andt the end of the year, the Corporation transferred all of its assets and liabilities to the City and then it wound up on December 31, 2020. The transfer of net assets and responsibilitiesThe transfer of net assets and responsibilitiesThe transfer of net assets and responsibilities occurred on December 31, 2020. The net impact of the transfer of assets and liabilities fromThe net impact of the transfer of assets and liabilities fromThe net impact of the transfer of assets and liabilities from Develop Saint John Inc. to the City of Saint John is presented as an adjustment to fund balanceDevelop Saint John Inc. to the City of Saint John is presented as an adjustment to fund balanceDevelop Saint John Inc. to the City of Saint John is presented as an adjustment to fund balance and accumulated other comprehensive income. The statement of financial position prior to tand accumulated other comprehensive income. The statement of financial position prior to tand accumulated other comprehensive income. The statement of financial position prior to the transfer is presented in Schedule 1. T 2.Summary of significant accounting policiesummary of significant accounting policiesummary of significant accounting policies Basis of accounting F These financial statements are prepared by These financial statements are prepared by These financial statements are prepared by managementmanagementmanagement in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting standards established by the Canadian Public Sector Accounting Board.sector accounting standards established by the Canadian Public Sector Accounting Board.sector accounting standards established by the Canadian Public Sector Accounting Board. Cash A Cash consists of cash in bank and cash on hand.Cash consists of cash in bank and cash on hand.Cash consists of cash in bank and cash on hand. Investments R Fair value of the investments is Fair value of the investments is Fair value of the investments is determineddetermineddetermined using active trading market rates. Financial instruments D The Corporation’s financial instruments consist of cash, accounts receivable, investments, accounts payable and accrued liabilities, development incentives payable and other obligations. Unless otherwise noted, it is management’s opinion that there is no exposure to significant interest, currency or credit risk arising from these financial instruments. The fair value of these financial instruments approximates their carrying values, unless otherwise noted. The carrying value of accounts receivable and accounts payable and accrued liabilities approximates fair market value due to short-term maturities of these instruments. Tangible capital assets Tangible capital assets are recorded at cost which includes all amounts that are directly attributable to the acquisition, design, construction, development or betterment of an asset. Cost includes overhead directly attributable and development, as well as interest costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of the asset. Overhead costs such as property taxes paid while asset is under construction will be added to the cost of the asset. Page 7 Develop Saint John Inc. Notes to the financial statements Year ended December 31, 2020 2. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued) Tangible capital assets (continued) The cost, less residual value, of the tangible asset is amortized on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives as follows: LandN/A Vehicles 5 years Park Improvements 25 years Barge Facility 25-50 years The Corporation has a capitalization threshold of $5,000. In the year of acquisition and disposal, The Corporation has a capitalization threshold of $5,000. In the year of acquisition and disposal, The Corporation has a capitalization threshold of $5,000. In the year of acquisition and disposal, one half of the annual amortization is charged. Any item purchased under this threshold is amortization is charged. Any item purchased under this threshold is amortization is charged. Any item purchased under this threshold is recorded as an expense in the year during which the item is acquired.recorded as an expense in the year during which the item is acquired.recorded as an expense in the year during which the item is acquired. Tangible capital assets are written down when conditions indicate that they no longer contribute Tangible capital assets are written down when conditions indicate that they no longer contribute Tangible capital assets are written down when conditions indicate that they no longer contribute to the Corporation’s ability to provide goods and services, or when the value of future economic to the Corporation’s ability to provide goods and services, or when the value of future economic to the Corporation’s ability to provide goods and services, or when the value of future economic benefits associated with the tangible capital assets are less than their net book value. The net benefits associated with the tangible capital assets are less than their net book value. The net benefits associated with the tangible capital assets are less than their net book value. The net write-downs are accounted for as expenses in the statement of operations.downs are accounted for as expenses in the statement of operations.downs are accounted for as expenses in the statement of operations. Developments in progress are not amortized until the asset is available for productive use.nts in progress are not amortized until the asset is available for productive use.nts in progress are not amortized until the asset is available for productive use. T Tangible capital assets – held in trust F The City conveyed the Market Square Central Building Complex land sites to the Corporation in The City conveyed the Market Square Central Building Complex land sites to the Corporation in The City conveyed the Market Square Central Building Complex land sites to the Corporation in trust, subject to the conditions set out in the agreements. The land is recorded in the accounts trust, subject to the conditions set out in the agreements. The land is recorded in the accounts trust, subject to the conditions set out in the agreements. The land is recorded in the accounts at the gross cost of acquisition and site preparation.at the gross cost of acquisition and site preparation.at the gross cost of acquisition and site preparation. Tangible capital assets – held in trust include all Market Square Central Building Complex held in trust include all Market Square Central Building Complex held in trust include all Market Square Central Building Complex A construction costs incurred by theconstruction costs incurred by theconstruction costs incurred by the Corporation in the performance of its work, construction Corporation in the performance of its work, construction Corporation in the performance of its work, construction contributions under the construction agreements and all carrying costs such as interest, contributions under the construction agreements and all carrying costs such as interest, contributions under the construction agreements and all carrying costs such as interest, property taxes and operating expenses incurred by the Corporation in the completion of the property taxes and operating expenses incurred by the Corporation in the completion of the property taxes and operating expenses incurred by the Corporation in the completion of the various componentsvarious componentsvarious components. . R The carrying cost of the assets held in trust have been disclosed in Note 11 of the financial The carrying cost of the assets held in trust have been disclosed in Note 11 of the financial The carrying cost of the assets held in trust have been disclosed in Note 11 of the financial statements. Contributed equity D The three levels of government agreed to fund, or make certain fixed contributions to, the cost of the Market Square Central Building Complex with the responsibilities for the amounts and extent of funding for each party outlined in the Master Agreement and amendments thereto. This funding is recorded in the accounts as contributed equity. Revenue recognition Revenues are recognized in the period in which the transactions or events occurred that gave rise to the revenues. All revenues and interest are recorded on an accrual basis. Transfers are recognized as revenues when the transfer is authorized, any eligibility criteria are met, and reasonable estimates of the amounts can be made. Transfers are recognized as deferred revenue when amounts have been received but not all eligibility criteria have been met. Page 8 Develop Saint John Inc. Notes to the financial statements Year ended December 31, 2020 2. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued) Expenditures Expenses are recorded on an accrual basis. The cost of all goods consumed and services received during the year is expensed. Income taxes The Corporation qualifies as a municipal corporation under the Income Tax Act (Canada). Accordingly, it is exempt from income taxes. Measurement uncertainty The preparation of financial statements in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting The preparation of financial statements in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting The preparation of financial statements in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting standards requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported standards requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported standards requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of sclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of sclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the year. the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the year. the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the year. Key components of the financial statements requiring management to make estimates include: Key components of the financial statements requiring management to make estimates include: Key components of the financial statements requiring management to make estimates include: the useful life of tangible capital assets, impairment of tangible capital assets, rates for capital assets, impairment of tangible capital assets, rates for capital assets, impairment of tangible capital assets, rates for amortization of tangible capital assets and allowance for doubtful accounts in respect of and allowance for doubtful accounts in respect of and allowance for doubtful accounts in respect of receivables. Estimates are based on the best information available at the time of preparation of the financial Estimates are based on the best information available at the time of preparation of the financial Estimates are based on the best information available at the time of preparation of the financial statements and are reviewed annually to reflect new information as it becomes available. statements and are reviewed annually to reflect new information as it becomes available. statements and are reviewed annually to reflect new information as it becomes available. Measurement uncertainty exists in these Measurement uncertainty exists in these financial statements. Actual results could differ from financial statements. Actual results could differ from financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates. 3. Investments Investments consist of the following:Investments consist of the following:Investments consist of the following: 2020 2019 $$ Cash — 459 Guaranteed investment certificateGuaranteed investment certificateGuaranteed investment certificate — 59,666 Mutual funds — 266,169 Preferred stock — 171,106 — 497,400 Investment income includes dividendsand interest of $4,033 ($4,221 in 2019). Page 9 Develop Saint John Inc. Notes to the financial statements Year ended December 31, 2020 4. Accounts payable and accrued liabilities Accounts payable and accrued liabilities consists of the following: 2020 2019 $$ Government of Canada 610,977 422,800 Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 35,583 86,815 646,560 509,615 5. Development incentives payable Development incentives payable relates to the building and landscaping incentive programs Development incentives payable relates to the building and landscaping incentive programs Development incentives payable relates to the building and landscaping incentive programs used to encourage the development of property sold in the industrial parks. These amounts used to encourage the development of property sold in the industrial parks. These amounts used to encourage the development of property sold in the industrial parks. These amounts become payable upon the completion of property development subject to inspection by the payable upon the completion of property development subject to inspection by the payable upon the completion of property development subject to inspection by the Corporation. T 6. Financial instruments and risk managementanagementanagement The Corporation, through its financial assets and liabilities, has exposure to the following risks The Corporation, through its financial assets and liabilities, has exposure to the following risks The Corporation, through its financial assets and liabilities, has exposure to the following risks from its use of financial instruments: F Credit risk The Corporation’s credit risk is primarily attributable to its trade receivables. The Corporation credit risk is primarily attributable to its trade receivables. The Corporation credit risk is primarily attributable to its trade receivables. The Corporation A manages its exposure to credit risk through credit approval procedure. There is minimal o credit risk through credit approval procedure. There is minimal o credit risk through credit approval procedure. There is minimal allowance for doubtful accounts as there is little history of bad debts and relatively small or no allowance for doubtful accounts as there is little history of bad debts and relatively small or no allowance for doubtful accounts as there is little history of bad debts and relatively small or no balance in its trade receivables.balance in its trade receivables.balance in its trade receivables. The carrying amount of financial assets on the statement The carrying amount of financial assets on the statement The carrying amount of financial assets on the statement of financial position represents the R Corporation’s maximum credit exposure at the statement of financial position date. There is not s maximum credit exposure at the statement of financial position date. There is not s maximum credit exposure at the statement of financial position date. There is not a significant concentration of risk given the balance in trade receivables.a significant concentration of risk given the balance in trade receivables.a significant concentration of risk given the balance in trade receivables. Liquidity risk D The Corporation’s objective is to have sufficient liquidity to meet its liabilities when due and monitors its cash balances and cash flows generated from operations to meet its requirements. All liabilities are current as at December 31, 2020. Fair value The fair value of the Corporation’s financial instruments included in current assets and liabilities approximates their carrying values due to their short-term maturity. Market risk Market risk is risk that the fair value of future cash flows of an investment will fluctuate because of changes in market prices. In accordance with the Corporation’s policies, market risk is managed by investing in diversified investments and by utilizing fund performance managers. Page 10 Develop Saint John Inc. Notes to the financial statements Year ended December 31, 2020 7. Lease and management agreements The Market Square Central Building Complex is leased to Hardman Group Limited by the Corporation under a Head Lease that expires in 2049, plus two 10-year optional extensions. Under the Head Lease, the Corporation receives rent for the retail, commercial and office premises on a percentage of net operating income basis while basic rent is received with respect to the hotel premises. There is no rent received for the Saint John Free Public Library, the Saint John Trade and Convention Centre or the Market Square Parking Facility of the Market Square Central Building Complex. The housing components are governed by separate agreements. The private sector housing is built in a freehold air space parcel and there is no rent payable by the public sector. 8. Land held for resale In 2009, Saint John Industrial Park Ltd. purchased land for a nominal fee from the Province of purchased land for a nominal fee from the Province of purchased land for a nominal fee from the Province of New Brunswick. The land was recorded at fair market value based on a third party appraisal. New Brunswick. The land was recorded at fair market value based on a third party appraisal. New Brunswick. The land was recorded at fair market value based on a third party appraisal. The land cost includes the original fair market value assessment, professional fees, property The land cost includes the original fair market value assessment, professional fees, property The land cost includes the original fair market value assessment, professional fees, property taxes and subsequent capital land improvements. During the year, there was quent capital land improvements. During the year, there was quent capital land improvements. During the year, there was a $154,197 write down of land held for resale ($496,676 in 2019). 9). 9). 9. Tangible capital assets – held in trustheld in trustheld in trust 2020 2019 $$ Land 6,485,214 6,485,214 Parking garage 11,772,463 11,772,463 Trade and Convention CentreTrade and Convention CentreTrade and Convention Centre 8,757,007 8,757,007 Interior circulation spaceInterior circulation spaceInterior circulation space 8,495,370 8,495,370 Hotel 8,395,326 8,395,326 Library 6,688,798 6,688,798 Site containment 5,186,783 5,186,783 Residential park 366,028 366,028 Truck dock 201,073 201,073 Historic village 126,646 126,646 Floating wharf 49,580 49,580 56,524,288 56,524,288 The tangible capital assets are held in trust for the City and the Corporation’s freehold interest is subject to the terms and conditions of a trust agreement. As such, the tangible capital assets are encumbered until the expiry of the Market Square Head Lease (Note 7), at which time the assets will revert to the City. Page 11 12 Page TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD 20 ssets a Inc. 31, 20 apital c December Tangible Develop Saint JohnNotes to the financial statements Year ended 10. Develop Saint John Inc. Notes to the financial statements Year ended December 31, 2020 11.Related party transactions The Corporation is related to the City by virtue of the City owning the capital of the Corporation, five of its nine directors are appointed by the City and the Mayor and the City Manager are ex- officio directors of the Corporation. During 2020, the Corporation received $838,727 ($820,992 in 2019) from the City of Saint John. No funding was received in operating grants and or in capital improvement grants. The due from related party is non-interest bearing, unsecured and has no set terms of repayment. 12. Funds and reserves On December 14, 2018, the Board passed a resolution to authorize the establishment of a On December 14, 2018, the Board passed a resolution to authorize the establishment of a On December 14, 2018, the Board passed a resolution to authorize the establishment of a Strategic Growth Reserve Fund (the “Fund”) and approved the transfer of $1,000,000, plus Strategic Growth Reserve Fund (the “Fund”) and approved the transfer of $1,000,000, plus Strategic Growth Reserve Fund (the “Fund”) and approved the transfer of $1,000,000, plus 90% of the 2018 operating surplus to the Fund. In December 2019, $1,000,000 was transferred from unrestricted cash to restricted cash.In December 2019, $1,000,000 was transferred from unrestricted cash to restricted cash.In December 2019, $1,000,000 was transferred from unrestricted cash to restricted cash. T F A R D Page 13 From:Charles Bryant <charles@bryantnb.ca> Sent: July 29, 2021 11:29 AM To: Taylor, Jonathan <jonathan.taylor@saintjohn.ca> Cc: Reardon, Donna <donna.reardon@saintjohn.ca> Subject: Re: Connecting to the Land \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact IT Service Desk at 649-6047.** Good morning, I understand the August 9 session has been cancelled; please amend my request to apply to the Council meeting of August 23. Thank you, Charles Charles Bryant - Lawyer 55 Canterbury Street, Suite 107 Saint John, New Brunswick E2L 2C6 bryantnb.ca - charles@bryantnb.ca - (506) 674-9749 * Practicing as Charles M. Bryant Professional Corporation Please note that the information in this e-mail is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. This message may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you have received this message in error, please notify office@bryantnb.ca as soon as possible. On Wed, Jul 28, 2021 at 12:01 PM Charles Bryant <charles@bryantnb.ca> wrote: Good morning Mr. Clerk, I am on the board of a new non-profit called Connecting to the Land; my fellow board members: Terry Sappier, Ramona Nicholas, and Andrea Polchies, who are members of the Wolastoqey Mothers and Grandmothers. We have the mandate of protecting and promoting indigenous languages and cultures in NB. One of the first areas we are called to address is treaty education and facilitating the renewed relationship between Saint John and the Wolastoqey. I am writing on behalf of the board to respectfully request to be added to the agenda for the Council meeting of August 9, so we can introduce ourselves and discuss how we might be able to work with the City to further our mutual goals of enhancing its relationship with Indigenous communities and peoples. Thank you, Charles July 7, 2021 To: Mayor Reardon, all members of Common Council, and City Manager; From: Shelley Petit (Chairperson) on behalf of: The New Brunswick Coalition of Persons with Disabilities (NBCPD) I am writing today on behalf of the New Brunswick Coalition of Persons with Disabilities (NBCPD). One of our members has already been in touch with Mayor D Readon and she expressed a wish to keep in touch and work together for the betterment of all persons in the City of Saint John. We would like to schedule a zoom (or online meeting tool of your choice) meeting to discuss some accessibility concerns being experienced by our members in the City- with a primary focus on transit. We see great potential for growth in Saint John if we all work together! Please get back to me with a date/time for an online meeting as well as the platform to be used for the meeting (if preferred we can create a Zoom link for the meeting). . ****Please see enclosed letter for more information prior to the meeting. Looking forward to hearing from you; Shelley Petit- Chairperson www.nbcpd.org https://www.facebook.com/groups/nbcpd About Person/Group Submitting First name Donna Last name Collins Name of organization/group (where applicable) Crystal Clear Transitional Care Inc. Mailing Address Telephone Email Methadonecollins@icloud.com If you do not wish to have your personal information (address, phone number, email) become part of the public record, please check this box. Yes About your Submission Topic of submission s Purpose for submission (what is the ask of council): Rezoning if necessary Executive summary This email should be coming from John Collin, Saint John City Manager. I now have the requirement for a methadone exemption lifted, and Tramadol reclassified as an opioid. I am the researcher who IMPORTED Narcan Nasal Spray into Canada. I now have two people home from hospital who require RCMP officers. I have revised the CREDIBLE MEDS list, and requested I/O access equipment be placed on our hospital crash carts. I IMPORTED an adult jolly jumper so we can get people back on their feet again. I have contacted ADAPT PHARMA to get other drugs in the user-friendly resuscitative device. I revised the ACLS/PALS/neonatal resuscitation algorithm to include Narcan Nasal Spray and Flumazenil in the nasal spray resuscitative devices. I have provided clinic plans and staffing model to Wayne Long, MP, Glen Savoie, MLA, and Jim Hennessy, Communications, Saint John police. I have requested FUNDING from Wayne Long, MP. First name YĻǝźƓ Last name IǒŭŷĻƭ Mailing Address Telephone Email ŷƉĻǝźƓЊВЌθŭƒğźƌ͵ĭƚƒ If you do not wish to have your personal information (address, phone number, email) become part of the public record, please check this box. Ļƭ About your Submission Topic of submission tƩƚĬƌĻƒ ǞźƷŷ /ğƓğķğ DĻĻƭĻ ƦƩƚƌźŅĻƩğƷźƚƓ źƓ wƚĭƉǞƚƚķ tğƩƉ Purpose for submission (what is the ask of council): aǤ ǞźŅĻ ğƓķ L ğƩĻ ğǝźķ ǞğƌƉĻƩƭ źƓ wƚĭƉǞƚƚķ tğƩƉ ğƓķ ğƩĻ ğƦƦğƌƌĻķ ĬǤ ƷŷĻ ŅƌƚĭƉƭ ƚŅ ŭĻĻƭĻ ğƓķ ƷŷĻ ŅĻĭĻƭ ƌźƷƷĻƩźƓŭ ƷŷĻ ƦğƩƉγƭ ǞğƌƉǞğǤƭ ğƓķ ƷŷĻ ǞğƷĻƩ͵ ŷĻ CźƭŷĻƩ \[ğƉĻ ğƩĻğ źƭ ĻƭƦĻĭźğƌƌǤ ķźƩƷǤ ğƓķ źƷ źƭ ŷğƩķ Ʒƚ ĬĻƌźĻǝĻ ƷŷğƷ ĭŷźƌķƩĻƓ ğƩĻ ƭǞźƒƒźƓŭ ƷŷĻƩĻ͵ Lƭ ƷŷĻƩĻ ƓƚƷŷźƓŭ ƷŷğƷ ƷŷĻ ĭźƷǤ ĭğƓ ķƚ Ʒƚ ğƌƌĻǝźğƷĻ Ʒŷźƭ ƦƩƚĬƌĻƒͪ ŷźƭ ƦƚƦǒƌğƷźƚƓ źƭ ƆǒƭƷ ğ ƩĻĭĻƓƷ ƦƩƚĬƌĻƒ ğƓķ ŷğƭ ĬĻĻƓ ŭƩƚǞźƓŭ ǤĻğƩƌǤ͵ About Person/Group Presenting First Name: Joel Last Name: May Address: Douglas Avenue Day Time Phone Number: Email If you do NOT wish to have your personal information (address, phone number, email) become part of the public record, please check this box. Yes About your Request Topic of Presentation: Public Safety on Douglas Ave Purpose for Presentation (what is the ask of Council): Purpose of Presentation: A request to council, and proposed ideas, for the improvement of road safety on Douglas Ave through the addition of enhanced crosswalks, signage, traffic calming measures, and enforcement. Background Information: Background Information: Residents of Douglas Ave and surrounding streets frequently witness and experience the following issues along Douglas Ave: 1) drivers speeding 2) drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at crosswalks 3) nearly being struck by vehicles while in crosswalks 4) vehicles crossing the centreline 5) drivers texting while driving 6) drives failing to stop at stop signs 7) collisions or near collisions amongst vehicles 8) vehicles parking inside crosswalks and in the bicycle lane Feedback to drivers following these events has often been met with indifference, bewilderment, and indignant rebuttals. File Upload DouglasAve_presentation.pdf (492.01 KB) 2021-08-18 Presentation for next available City Council meeting Residents of Douglas Ave and surrounding streets frequently witness and experience the following issues along Douglas Ave: 1) drivers speeding 2) drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at crosswalks 3) nearly being struck by vehicles while in crosswalks 4) vehicles crossing the centreline 5) drivers texting while driving 6) drives failing to stop at stop signs 7) collisions or near collisions amongst vehicles 8) vehicles parking inside crosswalks and in the bicycle lane Feedback to drivers following these events has often been met with indifference, bewilderment, and indignant rebuttals. For reference: Crosswalk #1: Crosswalk adjacent to 65 Douglas Ave. Crosswalk #2: Intersection of Bentley and Douglas Ave. Crosswalk #3: Crosswalk in front of HVHS Crosswalk #4: Intersection of Summertime Dr and Douglas Ave. Crosswalk #5: Crosswalk adjacent to 411 Douglas Ave. Signage information for drivers is meant to be on the right-hand side of roadway for each respective direction YĻǤ LƭƭǒĻƭʹ 1) Some crosswalk signs are difficult to see from the drivers perspective 2) Drivers with careless and reckless behaviours (inattentive/aggressive) tƩƚƦƚƭĻķ źƓźƷźğƌ ƭƚƌǒƷźƚƓƭʹ Crosswalk #1: Meets the bare minimum, however, installing crosswalk signs facing drivers on both sides of the road will increase awareness. Crosswalk #2: There are no crosswalk signs. Crosswalk #3: Signage on HVHS side is not visible from southbound lane. Trees need to be trimmed. Crosswalk #4: Trees need to be trimmed for the left-hand sign to be visible from the Northbound lane. The right-hand signage is tilted too far back and does not reflect unless a vehicle has it's brights on. - Repaint all crosswalks with a "continental" pattern. - Paint 5 ft X's or Pedestrian Symbol at least two car lengths prior to crosswalks in both lanes. - Restrict parking within two car lengths of the crosswalk prior to the crosswalk in that lane. (temporary measure until long-term solutions are in place) tƩƚƦƚƭĻķ aźķΏƷĻƩƒ ƭƚƌǒƷźƚƓƭʹ *Selective enforcement (SJ City Police handing out tickets) tƩƚƦƚƭĻķ \[ƚƓŭΏƷĻƩƒ {ƚƌǒƷźƚƓƭʹ - Move Bus Stops away from crosswalks. (Drivers stop for people waiting for the bus, a false positive, fostering complacency for the next time, as drivers assume that pedestrians intending to cross are waiting for the bus, then failing to stop for them.) - Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon - Elevated surface crosswalks (enough to add a 3rd dimension, allowing crosswalk paint to be visible to drivers from a distance. (Gradual enough to not impact winter plowing.) - Move Crosswalk #4 to the opposite side of Summertime Dr. intersection, so that it is under a street light, and away from bus stops, halfway between both closest stops. - Add new stop signs at Summertime and Douglas, creating a 4-way stop. \[ƚƓŭΏƷĻƩƒ {ƚƌǒƷźƚƓƭ ΛĭƚƓƷźƓǒĻķΜʹ - *Seasonal speed bumps - *Continued Selective enforcement (SJ City Police handing out tickets) *Only these solutions will address the underlying issue of indifference and carelessness among many drivers. Traffic calming and enforcement will force traffic to slow down. Report Date August 18, 2021 Meeting Date August 23, 2021 Service Area Strategic Services SUBJECT: 2021 Federal Election Position Paper EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN SESSION OF COUNCIL Municipalities are a creation of Provincial legislation and interaction with the Provincial Government on municipal issues is more frequent than the Federal Government. There are areas of interest where the Government of Canada plays a significant role with municipalities in Canada, a role that in recent years, has been growing. The attached Position Paper attempts to articulate how a Federal level of Government could act to benefit Saint John and the region. COUNCIL RESOLUTION Recommendation that Common Council to adopt the attached paper as the City Election. City of Saint John Position Paper Prepared for Candidates Running in the Saint John Rothesay Riding in the 2021 Federal Elecon August 2021 EBAUCHE de declaration de principe de la Ville de Saint John Préparé pour les candidats qui se présentent pour la circonscripon de Saint JohnRothesay on fédérale de 2021 Août 2021 To All Candidates Running in the A tous les candidats qui se presentent Saint John-Rothesay Riding in the pour la circonscription de Saint John- 2021 Federal Election Rothesay alection federale de 2021 SaintJohnestenposiondecroissance.Au cours des der SaintJohnisposionedforgrowth. In recent decades, the nières décennies, la Ville a connu des baisses importantes de city had suered signi ŋ cant declines in populaon and eco sa populaon et de sa santé économique. Autrefois connu nomic health. Once known as a centre of technological and shipbuilding excellence, the loss of the Federal Frigate Pro trucon navale, la perte du Programme fédéral des frégates et de NBTel, le fournisseur de télécommunicaons du Nou among many economic drivers we lost) was a blow to the veauBrunswick (deux des nombreux facteurs économiques city and its residents. Only recently has the city begun its que nous avons perdus) a porté un coup à la Ville et à ses resurgence through economic expansion and populaon mment que la Ville a commencé growth. The City of Saint John seeks government commit ment to connue along the path of economic recovery and mographique. La Ville de Saint John demande au gouverne welcoming newcomers to our community. nomique et à accueillir les nouveaux arrivants dans notre Funding Support collecvité. The Federaon of Canadian Municipalies (FCM) esmates ŋ cit to be over $123 billion Soutien inancier (Municipalies, 2017). Cies in New Brunswick, just like La Fédéraon canadienne des municipalités (FCM) esme le large cies across the Country, rely heavily on funding from dé ŋ à plus de 123 milliards de the federal and provincial governments to help address in dollars (Municipalies, 2017). Les villes du Nouveau frastructure de ŋ cit. Areyoupreparedtosupportandseek Brunswick, tout comme les grandes villes du pays, comptent yourendorsementthatfuturefederalgovernment beaucoup sur le ŋ nancement des gouvernements fédéral et policyshouldalignwithCityofSaintposionas provinciaux pour combler le dé ŋ Êtes follows? vousprêtàappuyeretàdemanderàvotrepar Place more emphasis on direct funding instead of verquelafuturepoliquedugouvernementfédéral involving provinces and insisng on a provincial share. moniseàlaposiondelaVilledeSaintJohndelafaçon Much of the current funding relies on bilateral agree suivante? ments, which are oen cumbersome, dicult to Me ŋ nancement direct au manage and resource intensive to execute. In short, lieu de demander la parcipa allow cies to access bilateral program funding ter sur une part provinciale. Une grande pare du ŋ nan developed by the federal government, without cement actuel repose sur des accords bilatéraux, souvent mandatory provincial involvement, but while strongly encombrants, diciles à gérer et nécessitant des res encouraging the province to contribute. sources importantes. En bref, permere aux villes ŋ nancement du programme bilatéral Remove limitaons around stacking of funding for cipa projects from other government programs. on obligatoire des provinces, mais tout en encoura geant fortement la province à contribuer. City of Saint John Position Paper 2 EBAUCHE de declaration de principe de la Ville de Saint John 2021 Federal Elecon Élecon fédérale 2021 Connue to provide opportunies to increase gas tax Éliminer les limites sur le cumul des fonds pour les pro allocaons when possible. The 2021 increase allocat ed to the City of Saint John has allowed the pursuit of Conec racon and ta retenon of people. on de 2021 aectée à la Ville de Saint John a permis la poursuite de projets de «Qualité Provide and emphasize direct green funding for small de vie», cruciaux pour arer et garder chez nous de cies (populaon less than 100,000) so that they may nouveaux résidents. Ť eets (electric public works and transit vehicles). The City of Fournir et me ŋ nancement vert direct Saint John has been recognized naonally for its pour les petes villes (moins de 100000 habitants) a ŋ n eorts in GHG reducons and climate change écologiser» leurs parcs automobiles iniaves and would be well posioned to undergo municipaux (travaux publics électriques et véhicules de such a conversion. transport en commun). La Ville de Saint John a été recon onale pour ses eorts en maère de Many locaons in New Brunswick have seen the réducon des gaz à eaves federal presence and local economic impact in sur les changements climaques et serait bien placée creased through either relocaon of federal employ pour subir une telle conversion. ees to their municipalies, signi ŋ cant infrastructure builds or special projects. The Federal presence in De nombreux endroits au NouveauBrunswick ont vu la Saint John has diminished during the same period. Renewed eorts are needed to see increased federal croître soit par le déplacement des employés fédéraux economic impact within the City. vers leurs municipalités, soit par la construc tructures importantes, soit par des projets spéciaux. La présence fédérale à Saint John a connu une diminuon Support for Social Issues au cours de la même période. Des eorts renouvelés sont nécessaires pour accr It is not the mandate of cies in New Brunswick to fund and provide social services. However, the implicaons surround ing social issues are most directly felt by residents in a com munity. Areyoupreparedtosupportandseekyour Soutien aux questions sociales endorsementthatfuturefederalgovernmentpolicyshould alignwithCityofSaintposionasfollows? Les villes du Nouveau ŋ nancer ni de fournir des services sociaux. Toutefois, les Provide addional support for aordable housing and homelessness. répercussions des quesons sociales sont le plus directe ment ressenvité. Provide greater support for immigraon by making Êtesvousprêtàsouteniretàdemanderàvotrepar New Brunswick a primary recipient of new immi prouverquelafuturepoliquedugouvernementfédéral grants to Canada and providing funding to create the àlaposiondelaVilledeSaintJohndela necessary infrastructure and support network to façonsuivante? enable the increase in populaon to ensure new Fournir un souen supplémentaire pour le logement Canadians stay and succeed in New Brunswick. abordable et la lunérance. City of Saint John Position Paper 3 EBAUCHE de declaration de principe de la Ville de Saint John 2021 Federal Elecon Élecon fédérale 2021 Orir un souon en faisant du Nou As Saint John is underrepresented in federal jobs on veauBrunswick le principal lieu a per capita basis, consider Saint John for locaon as immigrants au Canada et en fournissant des fonds pour a home for future federal programs. As the Port of en nécessaires Saint John connues to expand and new residents a ŋ n de permeon de la populaon, assu arrive through immigraon, there is an opportunity rant ainsi que les NéoCanadiens restent au Nouveau for the federal government to locate jobs and infra Brunswick et y trouvent le succès. structure in Saint John to support that growth. Invest in Health Sciences in Saint John by invesng in Étant donné que Saint John est sousreprésenté dans les infrastructure in new and emerging health technolo gies like vaccine manufacturing in the growing cluster Saint John comme un lieu de résidence pour les futurs pro of health science research in the region. grammes fédéraux. À mesure que le port de Saint John con Support for our nonpro ŋ ts sector working hard on on, le gouvernement fé social issues, such as mental health and poverty trouver des emplois et des infrastructures à Saint John pour reducon. soutenir cee croissance. Invesr dans les sciences de la santé à Saint John en inves In Conclusion nouvelles et émergentes, comme la fabricaon de vaccins, Only by working together, will we connue to shape a thriv dans la grappe croissante de la recherche en sciences de la ing future for the Greater Saint John Region. By supporng santé dans la région. funding direct to municipalies for infrastructure projects, for climate change iniaves and electric vehicles, and for Assurer le souen de notre secteur à but non lucraf qui social issues, the Government of Canada will provide tre travaille fort sur les quesons sociales, comme la santé mendous bene ŋ t to all. The City of Saint John looks forward mentale et la réducon de la pauvreté. to understanding all Party plaorms during this elecon campaign and how they will contribute to a growing, pros perous Saint John. Conclusion ensemble que nous connuerons de Wewouldbepleasedtoreceivearesponsewithyour façonner un avenir prospère pour la région du Grand Saint st tobepartoftheCouncil commitmentbySeptember1 John. En soutenant le ŋ nancement direct aux municipalités th agendaforSeptember7. aves sur les change ments climaques et des véhicules électriques ainsi que pour des quesons sociales, le gouvernement du Canada orira des avantages énormes à tous. La Ville de Saint John se réjouit à la perspecve de comprendre tous les programmes électoraux au cours de cee campagne électorale et comment ils contribue ront à la prospérité et à la croissance de Saint John. Nousserionsheureuxderecevoiruneréponseavecvotre er engagementle1septembreàfaireparede dujourduConseilpourle7septembre. City of Saint John Position Paper 4 EBAUCHE de declaration de principe de la Ville de Saint John 2021 Federal Elecon Élecon fédérale 2021