Time:

7:00 p.m.

Place:

Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall

Present:

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie
Councillor Linda Barnes
Councillor Derek Dang
Councillor Evelina Halsey-Brandt
Councillor Sue Halsey-Brandt
Councillor Rob Howard
Councillor Kiichi Kumagai
Councillor Bill McNulty
Councillor Harold Steves

Director, City Clerk’s Office – David Weber

Call to Order:

Mayor Brodie called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

R05/15-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on Monday,
July 25^th, 2005;

(2)

the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting for Public Hearings held on Monday, August 29^th, 2005;

each be adopted as circulated, and that the GVRD ‘Board in Brief’ dated July 29^th, 2005, be received for information.

CARRIED

PRESENTATIONS

Dana Westermark, representing the Canadian Urban Institute provided information on the Brownie Award - Heritage and Adaptive Reuse Category, which  recognized leadership, innovation, and environmental sustainability in brownfields redevelopment across Canada, which was awarded to the City for a project called London Landing, "... an imaginative reworking of former industrial properties to create mixed use and 'new urbanist' residential themes that complements the historical setting and creates new public amenities.  Mr. Westermark then presented Mayor Brodie with the award, who accepted on behalf of the City.

The Manager, Facilities Operations & Maintenance, Phil Hogg, spoke about the new lighting design at Steveston Library which resulted in the awarding of the International Illumination Design Award by the Engineering Society of North America to the City.  Mayor Brodie then accepted the award from Mr. Hogg on behalf of the City.

BUSINESS LICENCE SUSPENSION HEARINGS

2.

SUSPENSION OF BUSINESS LICENCE – FU YUN

(Report: August 9^th, 2005; File No.: 12-8275-06/2005-01; REDMS No.: 1630967, 1612184, 1646881)

Opportunity for Business Licence Holder to be heard in accordance with Section 60 of the Community Charter – Xin He, principal of the business.

Mr. Richard Pryer, solicitor for Ms. Yu Fei, the manager of Fu Yun, indicated that he had only recently been retained by his client and required more time to review his client’s file.  As a result, he asked that Council postpone consideration of the staff recommendation until the Monday, September 26^th, 2005 Regular (open) Council Meeting.

R05/15-2

It was moved and seconded

That consideration of the possible business licence suspension of Fu Yun, operating from premises located at Unit #201 – 4640 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, be adjourned until the Regular (open) Council Meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m., Monday, September 26^th, 2005.

CARRIED

3.

SUSPENSION OF BUSINESS LICENCE – KINGDOM MASSAGE AND ACUPRESSURE CENTRE

(Report: August 8^th, 2005; File No.: 12-8275-06/2005-01; REDMS No.: 1630384, 1518679, 1646430)

Opportunity for Business Licence Holder to be heard in accordance with Section 60 of the Community Charter – Ip Li, principal of the business.

Mr. Alfred Woo, representing Ip Li, indicated that he had only been retained by his client on Monday, September 5^th, 2005, and asked that the consideration of the matter be adjourned until the Monday, September 26^th, 2005 Regular (open) Council Meeting.

R05/15-3

It was moved and seconded

That consideration of the possible business licence suspension of Kingdom Massage and Acupressure Centre, operating from premises located at Unit #170 – 8351 Alexandra Road, Richmond, BC, be adjourned until the Regular (open) Council Meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m., Monday, September 26^th, 2005.

CARRIED

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R05/15-4

4.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:10 p.m.).

CARRIED

5.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items –

Item No. 23 – Public Consultation Results And Recommendations Regarding The Review Of The Lane Establishment And Arterial Road Redevelopment Policies

Mr. Patrick Cotter, architect for the proposed development and rezoning of properties in the area of Blundell Road and Gilbert Road, proposed an alternate design to the recommended “R1/D” zoning district, which he felt would help to reduce the concerns of Mirabel Court residents that overflow parking would increase significantly on Mirabel Court. 

He asked that Council either refer the report back to staff to staff to study the feasibility of allowing the same zoning (R1-0.6) as had been approved for the north side of Blundell Road; or alternatively, amend the recommendation which would be considered later this evening to allow his alternate solution.

Mr. Michael Tilby requested that the entire report be referred to staff for further review.  He expressed concern about the public consultation process which had taken place and the various proposals which were being considered for different areas of the neighbourhood. 

Mr. Bob Williamson, of 8166 Mirabel Court, spoke about the existing land use policies for the area which had been in place for approximately ten years, and he asked that the interests of the neighbourhood be taken into account when considering new development proposals.

Item No. 25 – Application For Rezoning - Richmond School District No. 38

Mr. Roland Hoegler referred to the City’s Agricultural Viability Strategy, which was adopted in 2003, and stated that he owned agricultural property located directly across the street from the proposed development.  He then raised a number of issues relating to the provision of a buffer to separate agriculturally zoned property with other zoning districts as required by the Strategy, and the possible non-compliance of the two properties on No. 4 Road with these buffer requirements as well as with Agricultural Land Reserve regulations.  Mr. Hoegler also questioned the reasoning of rezoning the property at 9480 Alberta Road at this time to allow for parking, even though the property had been used as a parking lot for the past two years.

R05/15-5

6.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:59 p.m.).

CARRIED

REGULAR (CLOSED) COUNCIL

7.

MCLENNAN SOUTH NEIGHBOURHOOD PARK NAMING

R05/15-6

It was moved and seconded

That the McLennan South Neighbourhood Park located at the properties including: 7620,7500, 7480 Heather Street, and 7491, 7551, 7571, 7591 Ash Street be named “PAULIK GARDENS NEIGHBOURHOOD PARK”.

CARRIED

COUNCILLOR HAROLD STEVES

8.

RELEASE OF REPORT ON THE SALE OF 12000 STEVESTON HIGHWAY
(Report: August 31^st, 2005; File No.: 06-2290-20-082) (REDMS No. 1649022)

R05/15-7

It was moved and seconded

That the City of Richmond release both the report of July 5, 2005, on the sale of 12000 Steveston Highway, and the related background information and appraisals received from all parties.

CARRIED

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE –
Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

R05/15-8

9.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, August 29^th, 2005, be received for information.

CARRIED

10.

CITY OF RICHMOND COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARDS
(Report: August 24^th, 2005; File No.: 01-0083-01) (REDMS No. 1641935, 1649043)

R05/15-9

It was moved and seconded

That the development, promotion and delivery of the City of Richmond Community Spirit Awards be approved, and that these awards be introduced as part of the program for the Civic Appreciation Reception in October 2005, provided that the number of awards should not necessarily be limited to six.

CARRIED

11.

RFR – RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACT
(Report:  August 29^th, 2005, File No.:  1000-18-023) (REDMS No. 1629997, 1649038)

R05/15-10

It was moved and seconded

That the report (dated August 29^th, 2005, from the Deputy Fire Chief), regarding a new Fire Records Management System (RMS) be referred to staff.

CARRIED

12.

LIQUOR LICENCE AMENDMENTS – PLAZA PREMIUM LOUNGE, AND STATESIDE BAR & GRILL, VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 

(Report:  August 23^rd, 2005, File No.:  8275-30-017) (REDMS No. 1640449)

R05/15-11

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Council decline comment to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch with regard to the applications by Plaza Premium Lounge, and Stateside Bar & Grill to amend their Liquor-Primary licences at Vancouver International Airport; and

(2)

That a copy of the resolution be forwarded to the LCLB in accordance with the legislative requirements.

CARRIED

13.

REQUEST TO APPOINT A COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE TO THE HEALTHY COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE STEERING COMMITTEE

(Report:  August 24, 2005, File No.:  01-0100-01) (REDMS No. 1642341, 1649036)

R05/15-12

It was moved and seconded

That Councillor Linda Barnes be appointed to serve on the Steering Committee of the BC Healthy Communities Coalition until the inaugural meeting in December, 2005.

CARRIED

14.

UNION OF BC MUNICIPALITIES EMERGENCY PLANNING FUNDING APPLICATION

(Report:  August 8^th, 2005, File No.:  1087-11-01) (REDMS No. 1630239)

R05/15-13

It was moved and seconded

That the application to the provincial government, via the Union of British Columbia Municipalities, for funding under the 2005 Emergency Planning Program, (as outlined in the report dated August 8, 2005, the Manager, Emergency & Environmental Programs), be supported.

CARRIED

R05/15-14

It was moved and seconded

That staff report to the Community Safety Committee with a general update of the status of the City’s emergency plan, including matters such as:

(1)

dredging;

(2)

dyking, including the east Richmond, midland and west dykes; and

(3)

emergency social services.

CARRIED

15.

ESTABLISHMENT OF MOSQUITO CONTROL ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION SERVICE – GVRD BYLAW APPROVAL

(Report:  August 19^th, 2005, File No.:  10-6125-04-14) (REDMS No. 1638789, 1594346, 1589938)

R05/15-15

It was moved and seconded

That participating area approval be given to the adoption of the Greater Vancouver Regional District Mosquito Control Administration and Coordination Service Establishment Bylaw No. 1034, 2005.

CARRIED

16.

R05/15-16

It was moved and seconded

That the City of Vancouver be advised that Richmond will not be “materially affected” by the proposed addition of 600 - 900 slot machines to the Hastings Racecourse at 2901 East Hastings Street in Vancouver.

CARRIED

17.

RICHMOND OVAL PUBLIC ART PLAN
(Report:  August 12^th, 2005, File No.:  7000-09-01) (REDMS No. 1630165, 1579982, 1611451, 1649050)

R05/15-17

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That staff execute a call for proposals for a Public Art Consultant to prepare an Oval Public Art Strategy and Implementation Program and report to Council with a short list of candidates and a proposed budget to prepare the Oval Public Art Strategy and Implementation Program.

(2)

That the budget of $80,000 be included in the call for proposals for the Oval Public Art Strategy and Implementation Program.

The question on Resolution No. R05/15-17 was not called, as the request was made that the recommendations be dealt with separately.

The question on Part (1) of Resolution No. R05/15-17 was called, and it was CARRIED.

The question on Part (2) of Resolution No. R05/15-17 was called, and it was CARRIED with Mayor Brodie, and Cllrs. Dang, Kumagai and McNulty opposed.

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE –
Councillor Harold Steves, Chair

R05/15-18

18.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee meeting held on Tuesday, July 26^th, 2005, be received for information.

CARRIED

19.

PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES 2005-2015 MASTER PLAN
(Report:  July 13/05, File No.: 01-0340-20-CSERI) (REDMS No. 1584685, 1613921, 1351967, 1615944, 1623282) 

R05/15-19

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 2005-2015 Master Plan be received, and that staff seek public feedback on the proposed plan (attached to the report dated July 13^th, 2005, from the General Manager, Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services) and report the feedback to Council in the Fall, 2005; and

(2)

That the Community Working Group be reconvened to review the Master Plan documentation.

Prior to the question on Resolution No. R05/15-19 being called, staff were requested to provide information on the total value of the services provided by those volunteers attached to the twenty-one agencies or partners who deliver recreational services to the City (i.e. the number of volunteer hours x the minimum wage rate = value).

The question on Resolution No. R05/15-19 was then called, and it was CARRIED.

20.

MINORU PARK PLAN

(Report:  July 12/05, File No.:  06-2345-MINO1) (REDMS No. 1614093, 1649329)

R05/15-20

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the Minoru Park Vision and Guiding Principles (as outlined in the report dated July 12^th, 2005, from the Director of Parks Operations and the Director, Recreation & Cultural Services), be adopted;

(2)

That staff take the Vision and Guiding Principles to the public for further input; and

(3)

That staff explore the feasibility of negotiating with the developers of new high rise buildings constructed around Minoru Park the provision of floor space for City use, and/or affordable seniors’ housing.

The question on Resolution No. R05/15-20 was not called, as the following amendment was introduced:

R05/15-21

It was moved and seconded

That Part (3) of Resolution No. R05/15-20 be amended by adding the following words, “and/or child care”.

DEFEATED

OPPOSED:  Mayor Brodie

Cllrs. Barnes

Dang

E. Halsey-Brandt

S. Halsey-Brandt

Howard

Steves

The question on Resolution No. R05/15-20 was then called, and it was CARRIED.

21.

STEVESTON COMMUNITY ART PROJECTS

(Report: July 28^th, 2005, File No.:  7000-09-01) (REDMS No. 1623283)

R05/15-22

It was moved and seconded

That provisions be made in the Minor Capital account for any funds which may be required to provide foundations, etc., for the Steveston community art projects.

CARRIED

PLANNING COMMITTEE –
Councillor Bill McNulty, Chair

R05/15-23

22.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, August 30^th, 2005, be received for information.

CARRIED

23.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION RESULTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE REVIEW OF THE LANE ESTABLISHMENT AND ARTERIAL ROAD REDEVELOPMENT POLICIES
(Report:  August 12^th, 2005, File No.:  08-4105-00; xr 10-6360-00) (REDMS No. 1624752, 1631524, 1635124, 1649089)

R05/15-24

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That, based on the results of the public consultation meeting held for the Blundell and Gilbert Road area, the following recommendations be forwarded to the Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, September 19^th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Richmond City Hall:

(a)

That Single-Family Lot Size Policy 5442 for Mirabel Court, the south side of Blundell Road and west side of Gilbert Road:

(i)

be amended to include the east side of Gilbert Road south of Blundell Road; and

(ii)

that rezoning and subdivision be restricted to the Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) zone, except that:

·        8091 Gilbert Road and 6760 and 6800 Blundell Road be restricted to Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area D (R1/D) provided that the lots are accessible by a lane which would not be connected to Mirabel Court; and

·        8233 and 8239 Gilbert Road and 8226 and 8228 Mirabel Court be restricted to Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area D (R1/D) provided that no new accesses are created to Gilbert Road.

(b)

That Single-Family Lot Size Policy 5408 for the area bounded by Comstock Road, Gilbert Road, Blundell Road and No. 2 Road:

(i)

be amended to permit rezoning and subdivision to Single-Family Housing District (R1-0.6) along Blundell Road and Gilbert Road provided that access is to a constructed lane and not to either arterial road;

(ii)

be amended to delete the properties fronting Blundell Road between Cheviot Place and No. 2 Road; and

(iii)

that all other properties be restricted to the Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) zone, except for properties with duplexes which may be permitted to subdivide into the Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area B (R1/B) zone.

(2)

That, based on the results of the public consultation meeting held for the Steveston Highway area:

(a)

A revised staff report be brought forward on rezoning application RZ 04-268223 for a proposed multiple-family residential development at 5411 and 5431 Steveston Highway before a decision is made on the preferred land use along the north side of Steveston Highway between Lassam Road and Ransford Gate; and

(b)

That single-family residential development with a lane continue to be the preferred development option on the south side of Steveston Highway between Railway Avenue and Ransford Gate as reflected in the existing Steveston Area Plan.

(3)

That, based on the results of the public consultation meeting held for the Williams Road area, staff bring forward amendments to the Official Community Plan (OCP) to:

(a)

encourage multiple-family residential development along Williams Road between No. 3 Road and No. 4 Road provided that a minimum frontage of 40 m is obtained; and

(b)

permit only single-family residential development with a lane along the north side of Williams Road between Ash Street and No. 4 Road.

(4)

That staff continue to work with the applicants of the other outstanding rezoning applications (Attachment 14 to the report dated August 12^th, 2005, from the Acting Director of Development) to pursue solutions to their sites only, such as permitting garages in the front yard on the condition that a contribution to the affordable housing fund be made equal to the value of land normally dedicated for a lane and the neighbourhood improvement charges that would have been collected for the lane construction.

(5)

That staff initiate the process of amending the Official Community Plan (OCP) to incorporate:

(a)

the “Revised Interim Strategy For Managing Rezoning Applications During The Review Of The Lane Establishment And Arterial Road Redevelopment Policies”; and

(b)

the following requirements where multiple-family residential developments are permitted on an arterial road:

(i)

assembly of larger sites (minimum 40 m frontage on local arterial roads and minimum 50 m frontage on major arterial roads);

(ii)

stepping down to a maximum 2 1/2 storey height along side yards and prohibiting three-storey heights along the rear yard interface with the single-family housing; and

(iii)

requiring variable rear yard setbacks based on the development height (4.5 m for two-storeys and 6 m for 2 1/2 storeys).

(6)

That the issue of the designation of Blundell Road as an Arterial Road be forwarded to the Public Works & Transportation Committee for discussion.

The question on Resolution No. R05/15-24 was not called, as Mayor Brodie advised that each part of the recommendation would be dealt with separately.

The question on Part (1)(a) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was not called, as the following referral motion was introduced:

R05/15-25

It was moved and seconded

That Part (1)(a) of Resolution No. R05/15-23, regarding Single-Family Lot Size Policy 5442, for Mirabel Court, the south side of Blundell Road and the west side of Gilbert Road, be referred to staff for further review.

DEFEATED

OPPOSED:  Cllrs. Barnes

E. Halsey-Brandt

S. Halsey-Brandt

McNulty

Steves

The question on Part (1)(a) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was then called, and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Dang, Howard and Kumagai opposed.

The question on Part (1)(b) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was called, and it was CARRIED.

The question on Part (2) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was called, and it was CARRIED.

The question on Part (3) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was called, and it was CARRIED.

The question on Part (4) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was not called, as the following amendment was introduced:

R05/15-26

It was moved and seconded

That Part (4) of Resolution No. R05/15-24, be amended by replacing the word “and” in the phrase “dedicated for a lane and the neighbourhood improvement charges” with the words “and/or”.

DEFEATED

OPPOSED:  Cllrs. Barnes

E. Halsey-Brandt

S. Halsey-Brandt

McNulty

Steves

The question on Part (4) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was called, and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Dang and Howard opposed.

The question on Part (5) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was called, and it was CARRIED .

The question on Part (6) of Resolution No. R05/15-24 was called, and it was CARRIED .

24.

POVERTY RESPONSE COMMITTEE REQUEST FOR SPACE
(Report:  July 15, 2005, File No.: 0100-20-RCSA1-01) (REDMS No. 1498281)

R05/15-27

It was moved and seconded

That in accordance with Council Policy 2017, “Programming of City Hall”, the Poverty Response Committee be offered up to six meetings per year for no charge on a space availability basis, and that the Committee be advised that additional dates for meeting rooms may be booked at the posted non-profit rate.

CARRIED

25.

APPLICATION FOR REZONING - RICHMOND SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 38
(RZ 04-272873 - Report:  August 10^th, 2005, File No.:  8060-20-7887/7888) (REDMS No. 1379369, 1575264, 1629380, 1630177, 1630187, 1630195)

R05/15-28

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Bylaw No. 7887 to:

(a)

amend the Land Use Map in Schedule 2.10C (McLennan North Sub Area Plan) by redesignating the lots shown cross-hatched on “Schedule A attached to and forming part of Bylaw No. 7887” from “Residential Area 3” to “School”; and

(b)

amend the Generalized Land Use Map contained in Attachment 1 to Schedule 1 of Bylaw 7100, by redesignating the lots shown cross-hatched on “Schedule B attached to and forming part of Bylaw No. 7887” from “Public and Open Space Use” and “Neighbourhood  Residential” to “Public and Open Space Use”;

be introduced and given first reading.

(2)

That Bylaw No. 7887, having been considered in conjunction with:

·        the City’s Financial Plan and Capital Program; and

·        the Greater Vancouver Regional District Solid Waste and Liquid Management Plan;

is hereby deemed to be consistent with said programs and plans, in accordance with Section 882 (3)(a) of the Local Government Act.

(3)

That Bylaw No. 7887, having been considered in accordance with the City Policy on Consultation During OCP Development is hereby deemed not to require further consultation.

(4)

That Bylaw No. 7888, for the rezoning of 9480 Alberta Road; the rear portions of 9580, 9620, 9640 and 9660 Alberta Road; 6631 and 6651 No. 4 Road; 9731, 9691 and 9651 Granville Avenue; and the rear portions of 9511 Granville Avenue and 9533 Granville Avenue (formerly 9531 Granville Avenue) from “Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area F (R1/F)” to “School & Public Use District (SPU)”, be introduced and given first reading.

(5)

That Bylaws 7887 and 7888 be referred to the Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, September 19^th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Richmond City Hall.

CARRIED

R05/15-29

It was moved and seconded

That staff report prior to the Public Hearing on how the Agricultural Land Reserve properties located across the street from the subject properties would be impacted by the proposed development; and that Council members be provided with a copy of the letter referred to by Mr. Hoegler which addressed how the rezoning application would be in contravention of the Agricultural Land Reserve regulations and the City’s Agricultural Viability Strategy.

CARRIED

26.

APPLICATION FOR REZONING - WILLIE PO

(RZ 05-305413 - Report:  August 9^th, 2005, File No.:  8060-20-7969) (REDMS No. 1630220, 1630237,1630238,714236)

R05/15-30

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Bylaw No. 7969, for the rezoning of 4831 Dunfell Road from “Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E)” to “Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area A (R1/A)”, be introduced and given first reading.

(2)

That Bylaw 7969 be referred to the Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, September 19^th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Richmond City Hall.

CARRIED

27.

APPLICATION FOR REZONING - AJIT THALIWAL

(RZ 05-306447 – Report:  August 10^th, 2005, File No.:  8060-20-7970) (REDMS No. 1630652, 1631077, 1631081)

R05/15-31

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Bylaw No. 7970, for the rezoning of 9691 No. 1 Road from “Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E)” to “Single-Family Housing District (R1 - 0.6)”, be introduced and given first reading.

(2)

That Bylaw 7970 be referred to the Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, September 19^th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Richmond City Hall.

CARRIED

28.

APPLICATION FOR REZONING - DERECK HAMADA

(RZ 05-301131 – Report:  August 9^th, 2005, File No.:  8060-20-7971) (REDMS No. 1630897, 1631046, 1631084, 1631086)

R05/15-32

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Bylaw No. 7971, for the rezoning of 5520 Cantrell Road from “Two-Family Housing District (R5)” to “Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area B (R1/B)”, be introduced and given first reading.

(2)

That Bylaw 7971 be referred to the Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, September 19^th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Richmond City Hall.

CARRIED

PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE –
Councillor Rob Howard, Chair

R05/15-33

29.

It was moved and seconded

That the Minutes of the Public Works & Transportation Committee meeting held on Wednesday, August 31^st, 2005, be received for information.

CARRIED

30.

MAJOR ROAD NETWORK – OPERATIONAL, MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION AGREEMENT
(Report:  August 8^th, 2005, File No.:  03-1000-03-027) (REDMS No. 1618377, 1625507)

R05/15-34

It was moved and seconded

That the Director, City Clerk’s Office and the General Manager of Engineering and Public Works be authorized to execute the Operational, Maintenance and Rehabilitation Agreements between the City of Richmond and TransLink on an annual basis.

CARRIED

31.

R05/15-35

It was moved and seconded

That the transfer of $73,000 of excess capital funding from the Jesmond Sanitary Sewer Replacement (project #40625) be approved to allow commencement of sanitary sewer repairs in the Bridgeport area.

CARRIED

32.

CONTRACT T.2720 – DITCH CLEANING HORSESHOE SLOUGH/SHELL ROAD CANAL

(Report:  August 24^th, 2005, File No.:  03-1000-20T.2720) (REDMS No. 1642034)

R05/15-36

It was moved and seconded

That the City enter into a contract with CAP Ventures Ltd., in accordance with Contract T.2720 – Horseshoe Slough/Shell Road Canal Ditch Cleaning for the total amount of $153,000.00.

CARRIED

PUBLIC DELEGATIONS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

R05/15-37

33.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on non-agenda items (10:01 p.m.).

CARRIED

John Ho, MAIBC, representing the applicant for the Lingyen Mountain Temple Land Use Application, requested a deferral of the Special Public Hearing scheduled for September 20^th, 2005 to a later date, in order to address the current parking shortfall relating to the proposed development.

R05/15-38

It was moved and seconded

That the Special Public Hearing scheduled for September 20^th, 2005 to deal with the land use application for the Lingyen Mountain Temple, be deferred.

CARRIED

R05/15-39

34.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (10:05 p.m.).

CARRIED

RATIFICATION OF COMMITTEE ACTION

R05/15-40

It was moved and seconded

That Council ratify the action of the Committee of the Whole in directing that the Special Public Hearing scheduled for September 20^th, 2005 for the Lingyen Mountain Temple Land use application, be deferred.

CARRIED

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

Mayor Brodie announced the appointment of Mr. Keith Tsukishima to the Economic Advisory Committee

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R05/15-41

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Zoning and Development Bylaw 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 7759 (7831 Bennett Road, RZ 03-231923);

Zoning and Development Bylaw 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 7832 (9540, 9550 and 9600 No. 3 Road, RZ 04-2711652); and

Zoning and Development Bylaw 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 7958 (8899 Odlin Crescent, RZ 05-295609).

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R05/15-42

35.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on Wednesday, August 10th and on Wednesday, August 24th, 2005, be received for information.

(2)

That the recommendations of the Panel to authorize the issuance of:

(a)

Development Permits for  property at:

(i)

11000, 11020, 11040, 11080, 11100 No. 5 Road and 12000 Steveston Highway (DP 05-292236);

(ii)

8711 Alexandra Road (DP 04-280280);

(iii)

9171 Ferndale Road (DP 04-275373); and

(b)

a Development Variance Permit (DV 05-296470) for property at 8051 Alanmore Place,

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

The question on Resolution No. R05/15-42 was not called, as the recommendations were dealt with separately.

The question on Part (1) of Resolution No. R05/15-42 was called, and it was CARRIED.

The question on Part (2)(a)(i) of Resolution No. R05/15-42 was called, and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Barnes, E. Halsey-Brandt, S. Halsey-Brandt and Steves opposed.

The question on Parts (2)(a)(ii) and (iii) of Resolution No. R05/15-42 was called, and it was CARRIED.

Cllr. Dang in accordance with Section 100 of the Community Charter, declared himself to be in a conflict of interest because of his business connections with the subject property, and he then left the meeting – 10:10 p.m.

The question on Part (2)(b) of Resolution No. R05/15-42 was called, and it was CARRIED.

ADJOURNMENT

R05/15-43

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (10:11 p.m.).

CARRIED

Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Tuesday, September 6^th, 2005.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)