We’re hearing from one of the creators of Queen City Cheerleading & Indigenous Cheer Excellence. He is talking about the importance of recreation and sport in the lives of young people. He’s worried the changes will put gyms in a ‘chokehold’ due to lack of suitable spaces.

Josh Roundell from CrossFit Regina says they’ve occupied 3 spaces in the industrial area over the passed 12 years. He says the area is ideal for CrossFit. Says peak hours are not the same as the businesses there. He says music and noise not suitable for residential area.

Coun. Flegel asks if Mackay has outdoor climbing wall. “I’m kind of scared to put in a permit,” he says laughing. Mackay says gyms and daycares should both be allowed in the industrial area.

Hugh Dooley from Queen City United Soccer Club says leaving recreational use as discretionary rather than permitted is shortsighted and regressive. He cites financial risks for business owners who apply. Says it may keep them from opening new facility. Asks what Coun wants to fix

Coun. Findura asks if they (QC Soccer) could expand somewhere else. “It’s very unlikely. The land costs are very prohibitive,” says Dooley.

Coun. Flegel asks if they’re hampered by success. Dooley agrees.

Council meeting adjourned. Positions will be considered by members. Council will reconvene at 4 pm tomorrow.