Recorded votes on TT2021-0824
Amendment at the Combined Meeting of Council, July 5, 2021. Carried 14–0.
Resolution
That with respect to Report TT2021-0824, the Plus 15 Policy (Attachment 2) be amended, as follows: Plus 15 Policy is hereby further amended. In subsection 1.4, the following is added after paragraph 1: Plus 15 challenges identified from public engagement included inconsistent operational hours, poor wayfinding, lack of connections to destinations, inconsistent accessibility, social disorder, lack of clarity on operational responsibilities and removing activity from the street. In subsection 1.5, the following is added after bullet 1: Bridge design. In subsection 3.1 delete the word efficient and replace with universally accessible. In subsection 3.2.2 after the word demonstrated, add the words such as public benefit and alignment with Calgary's Greater Downtown Plan. In subsection 3.5.1: Delete bullet 4 and replace with: Interior design, finishes and lighting which contribute to the pedestrian experience while facilitating universal accessibility, wayfinding, programming, comfort and safety with integrated security infrastructure. b. Add a new bullet after the last bullet: The display or integration of public art within, on or below bridges and within walkways. Delete section 4.6 and replace with: 4.6 Changes to standard hours 4.6.1 Permanent changes to hours Plus 15 links may open earlier or close later than the standard hours permanently. 4.6.2 Temporary changes to hours Plus 15 links may: Open earlier or close later than the standard hours. Open later or close earlier than the standard hours. Be closed. The City of Calgary will evaluate temporary changes to hours based on: Start and end time of the closure. Closure duration. Location within the Plus 15 network. Impact to pedestrian movement. Suitability under the building code. 4.6.3 Approval process All requests for permanent or temporary changes to hours shall be approved at the discretion of The City of Calgary. Temporary or permanent signage is required to notify the public of any changes to the standard hours. All signage will be provided by the property owner. A pedestrian detour plan shall be required for approved Plus 15 link closures. In subsection 4.9, after the word network, add the words except where approved by The City of Calgary. In subsection 6.7.1, after the word areas, add the words within buildings. In subsection 6.7.3 delete the word network and replace with bridges. In section Why do people use the Plus15, last paragraph, delete the words are necessary to.
How each member voted
| Seat | Member | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor | Naheed Nenshi | Yes |
| Ward 1 | Ward Sutherland | Yes |
| Ward 2 | Joe Magliocca | Yes |
| Ward 3 | Jyoti Gondek | Yes |
| Ward 4 | Sean Chu | Yes |
| Ward 5 | George Chahal | Yes |
| Ward 6 | Jeff Davison | Yes |
| Ward 7 | Druh Farrell | Yes |
| Ward 8 | Evan Woolley | Yes |
| Ward 9 | Gian-Carlo Carra | Yes |
| Ward 11 | Jeromy Farkas | Yes |
| Ward 12 | Shane Keating | Yes |
| Ward 13 | Diane Colley-Urquhart | Yes |
| Ward 14 | Peter Demong | Yes |
Recorded votes on TT2021-0824
| Meeting | Motion | Result |
|---|---|---|
Jul 5, 2021 Combined Meeting of Council | Main motion Rescind, by resolution, the +15 Policy (October 1984); Approve, by resolution, the Plus 15 Policy (Amended Attachment 2); Direct Administration to update relevant bylaws, policies and plans that ar… | Carried 14–0 |
Jul 5, 2021 (this vote) Combined Meeting of Council | Amendment The Plus 15 Policy (Attachment 2) be amended, as follows: Plus 15 Policy is hereby further amended. In subsection 1.4, the following is added after paragraph 1: Plus 15 challenges identified from p… | Carried 14–0 |