Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Marc Babcock’s organization
Oct 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee Public Minutes
The committee reviewed and acted upon several items including the Climate Action Strategy, a review of advisory committee mandates, and various sponsorship requests for community initiatives such as a community BBQ, local cultural events, and refugee support programming. The committee also finalized the 2027 work plan, approved a reallocation of the 2026 budget, reviewed subcommittee terms of reference, and received verbal updates from members.
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Standing Policy Committee on Finance Public Minutes
The committee approved the Terms of Reference for a payroll audit and recommended amendments to the policy on borrowing for capital projects. Other actions included authorizing the acquisition of land for a sidewalk, approving the sale of city-owned property, and adjusting capital project budgets for transit and housing funds. The committee also recommended entering into a lease for a drop-in centre and received information reports on the neighbourhood land development fund and capital project status. An in-camera session was held to discuss an audit matter.
Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services Public Minutes
The committee discussed several policy and development matters, including proposed changes to the naming of civic property and development areas, and the renaming of Barnsley Crescent. The committee approved the removal of St. Mark's Anglican Church from the city's demolition permit bylaw and allocated funding and tax abatements for a tiny home pilot project to support affordable housing. Key information reports were reviewed regarding the Meewasin Headquarters redevelopment, the relocation of the Wildwood Golf Course, and the expansion of the ACT and Archibald Arenas. Additionally, the committee reviewed the Public Art Advisory Committee's 2027 work plan and budget, and passed a motion to report back on the feasibility of establishing an Affordable Housing Land Bank.
Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services Public Minutes
The committee reviewed several reports, including the approval of funding for emergency repairs regarding the Material Recovery Center slope failure and budget adjustments for landfill gas operations and the Saskatoon Fire Fleet and Equipment Maintenance Facility. Members also directed the development of business plan options for expanding the Riverbank Washroom Monitoring Program. Additionally, the committee received a report on identifying and addressing systemic barriers and recommended it be forwarded to City Council and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
