High-level summary The council focused on Municipal Accommodation Tax governance, a nightlife economy study with 2026 pilots, and the appointment of a city auditor via shareholder resolution. Key decisions included outlining MAT fund governance, advancing nightlife pilot programs tied to major events, and approving the auditor appointment (Item 10.1) by electronic vote, with some minutes corrections and budget discussion noted.

Five most important topics

1) Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) framework and governance - The council reviewed the MAT structure, noting the 4% rate split between city and HTDC reserves and ongoing governance to ensure accountability for tourism-related funds. Quote: “Through the chair, a 4% accommodation tax is charged to the consumer. That money is collected and then 2% goes to a city reserve and the other 2% goes to the corporation's reserve.” - Impact: This framework influences funding for tourism initiatives and public services, with emphasis on reserve sustainability and transparency.

2) Nightlife Economy Study and 2026 pilot programs - The city announced a nightlife economy study, with pilot programs planned to begin in 2026, including alignment with major events like the Juno Awards. Quote: “Through the initiation of this nightlife economy study, we're going to be piloting some programs in 2026 starting very soon with the Juno awards.” - Proposed pilots include extending hours via AGCO permits, staggering closing times, deploying street ambassadors for safety, and improving transportation options to support a vibrant but safe nightlife.

3) 2025 Budget discussion - The meeting briefly touched on the 2025 budget; no questions or votes occurred at this session, but the topic was acknowledged as part of ongoing planning. Quote: “The 2025 budget—are we already asked if there's any questions? And there's no vote required.” - Implication: Sets the stage for future budget deliberations and potential impact on city initiatives.

4) Appointment of Auditor and shareholder resolution (Item 10.1) - A motion to appoint an auditor via a shareholder resolution was discussed and moved with a confirmation of the floor. Quote: “May I please have a move and a second to the shareholder resolution on the floor? Counselor Tatter and Counselor Wang. Thank you.” - Outcome: Passed unanimously (12-0) via electronic vote. Next steps: The appointed auditor will oversee financial accountability for the city.

5) Minutes corrections and governance notes - A typographical correction was made to Counselor Wang’s name in the May minutes, ensuring accurate records. Public and governance implications: minor but important for record accuracy and transparency.

Public input opportunities - No explicit public input opportunities were stated in this section, though ongoing engagement is implied through the nightlife study, public consultations related to budgeting, and tourism-related initiatives.

File numbers / bylaw references - Item 10.1: Appointment of Auditor (Shareholder Resolution). - Other items referenced include MAT governance and tourism-related discussions, but explicit file numbers are not provided beyond Item 10.1 in the presented material.

Motions and outcomes 1) Appointment of Auditor (Shareholder Resolution, Item 10.1) - Outcome: Passed unanimously (12-0) via electronic vote. - Next steps: Auditor to oversee city financial accountability.

2) 2025 Budget Discussion - Outcome: No vote required at this meeting; discussion noted. - Next steps: Budget considerations to be addressed in future meetings.

3) MAT governance and 2024-2025 tourism-related items - Outcome: Not a discrete motion in this excerpt; governance framework and related topics were reviewed and discussed.

Councillors present - Chair (presiding) - Councillor Morin Wilson - Councillor Wang - Councillor Tatter - Councillor Ted McMegan - Note: The chair is listed as presiding; other attendees may have been present, but these four councillors are named in the provided material.

Additional context - The meeting emphasized transparency in funding, ongoing public engagement for tourism initiatives, and forward planning for nightlife programming linked to upcoming events and broader city development.