Title
RECONVENE PUBLIC HEARING 9:30 a.m.
Bylaw 2019-01 (Cannabis Related Regulations) Amending Land Use Bylaw 2017-18
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2019-01 be amended as presented in Attachment 6 - Table of Proposed Amendments.
2. That Bylaw 2019-01 receive second reading.
3. That Bylaw 2019-01 receive third reading.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the motions as presented.
Purpose
To amend relevant sections of Land Use Bylaw 2017-18 to accommodate a wider range of economic activities related to the cannabis industry.
Summary
On April 9th, 2019, a scheduled Public Hearing was opened to hear public comment on proposed Bylaw 2019-01. Council approved amendments to the Bylaw, as proposed by Administration. Following the adjournment of the Public Hearing, Administration considered comments heard from Council and the general public on the proposed bylaw. A detailed review of the comments has led to additional recommended amendments to the bylaw as proposed in Attachment 6 - Table of Proposed Amendments. These further amendments are for Council's consideration following the closing of the public hearing.
A detailed summary of the information provided at both the March 12th, 2019, Council Meeting (First Reading) and the April 9th, 2019, Council Meeting (Public Hearing) can be found in the listed attachments labeled "Previously Circulated".
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
The proposed amendment is consistent with the goals of Municipal Development Plan 2017-14 and Council's Long Term Strategic Plan.