Time:

7:00 p.m.

Place:

Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall

Present:

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

Director, City Clerk’s Office – David Weber

Call to Order:

Mayor Brodie called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

R06/3-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on Tuesday, January 24^th, 2006; and

(2)

the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on Wednesday, February 8^th, 2006,

each be adopted as circulated.

CARRIED

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

R06/3-2

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the resolution from the Regular (closed) Council Meeting regarding an appointment to the Spirit of BC Community Committee, be added to the Council Agenda as an additional item; and

(2)

That Closure of a Portion of River Road Between No. 2 Road and Hollybridge Way and Removal of Highway Dedication Bylaw No. 7975 be deleted from the agenda.

CARRIED

TRIBUTE TO FORMER MAYOR GIL BLAIR

Mayor Brodie, on behalf of City Council, paid tribute to former Mayor Gil Blair, who passed away on February 1^st, 2006, at the age of 79.  A copy of the tribute given by the Mayor is attached as Schedule A and forms part of these minutes.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R06/3-3

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:12 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items –

Item No. 9 – Affordable Housing

Mr. David Reay, of 4340 Steveston Highway, Co-Chair Richmond Poverty Response Committee, spoke about the need for affordable housing in the City.  A copy of his submission is on file in the City Clerk’s Office. 

Item No. 16 – Suian Maru Centennial Committee Request For The Renaming Of Don And Lion Islands

Mr. Norman Wrigglesworth, 5540 No. 1 Road, asked that consideration be given to naming Don and Lion Islands after Sgt. Smokey Smith, V.G. and Colonel G. G. Merritt, V.G., who fought in World War II.

Item No. 9 – Affordable Housing

Jennifer Larsen, of Foster Road, referred to correspondence from the Richmond Rehabilitation & Housing Committee, and spoke about the need to prevent homelessness from becoming a reality for Richmond citizens with mental illnesses . 

Ms. Larsen also reviewed the proposed Committee recommendations, during which she urged Council to consider future demands for affordable housing for all Richmond citizens. 

Item No. 7 – Pesticide Use Management In Richmond

Ms. Jane Stock, Executive Director, BC Landscape & Nursery Association, spoke about the need for pesticide regulation, and the action being taken by the BCLNA to educate the landscaping and nursery companies about the use of pesticides and responsible pest management.  She spoke in support of the Community Safety Committee  recommendation.

Mr. Doug Charles, the owner of Nutri-Lawn Lawn Care Company, spoke about the control of weeds through proper lawn management in a residential lawn rather than using pesticides.  He also spoke about the use of pesticides by homeowners in areas where bylaws had been adopted to ban the use of pesticides.

Mr. Doug Louth, 4140 Dallyn Road, a member of the BC Landscape & Nursery Association and an industrial commercial landscaper, spoke about pesticide use by landscaping companies, and the impact of eliminating pesticide use on these companies through increased labour costs and reduced profits.  He suggested that adoption of the policy would only delay the implementation of a pesticide bylaw at some point in the future, and the cost of educating the public about pesticide use would be expensive.  Mr. Louth spoke in support of the recommendations of staff that consultation be undertaken with various stakeholders on this matter.

Michael Wolfe, 9731 Odlin Road, spoke in support of a pesticide restriction bylaw rather than adopting a policy to control pesticide use.  He stated that the City should be more aware of the impact of using pesticides on public parks and playgrounds, and the potential for contamination faced by wildlife, pets and children.

Mr. Wolfe also commented on ‘Affordable Housing’ (Item No. 9); the ‘Garden City and Cook Road/Chandler Development Public Art Project (Item No. 15); and the ‘Update on Olympic Oval and Business Activities’ (Item No. 23).

Mr. Larry Franklin, a landscaper, spoke about the degree to which he used pesticides to control insects and weeds, and the need for effective lawn management to deal with insects and weeds. 

R06/3-4

4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (8:14 p.m.).

CARRIED

REGULAR (CLOSED) COUNCIL

4A.

APPOINTMENT TO THE SPIRIT OF BC COMMUNITY COMMITTEE

R06/3-5

It was moved and seconded

That Vincent Miele be appointed to the Richmond Spirit of BC Community Committee for a two year term to expire December 31, 2007.

CARRIED

COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE –
Councillor Rob Howard, Chair

R06/3-6

5.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Community Safety Committee meeting held on Wednesday, February 8^th, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

6.

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE RCMP EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM
(Report:  January 6, 2006, File No.:  09-5350-01) (REDMS No. 1731963, 1759326)

R06/3-7

It was moved and seconded

(1)

The report (dated January 6^th, 2006, from the Chief Administrative Officer), regarding the RCMP Emergency Response Team, be received for information, as a work in progress on the referral from Council dated December 19, 2005, pending the outcome of the Lower Mainland CAO’s meeting to be held before the end of February, and

(2)

That subsequent to the Lower Mainland CAO’s meeting staff provide a final report, including any outstanding referral items, on the Emergency Response Team.

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-7 was not called, as the following amendment was introduced: 

R06/3-8

It was moved and seconded

That Resolution No. R06/3-7 be amended by adding the following as Part (3),

“That a letter be sent to ‘E’ Division, asking the questions set out in Part (2) of Resolution No. R05/21-8, adopted by Council on December 19^th, 2005.”

CARRIED

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-7, as amended by Resolution No. R06/3-8, was then called, and it was CARRIED. 

7.

PESTICIDE USE MANAGEMENT IN RICHMOND
(Report:  Jan. 6/06, File No.:  6125-04-01) (REDMS No. 1707925)

R06/3-9

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the Pesticide Risk Reduction Policy (Attachment 2 to the report dated January 6, 2006 from the Manager, Emergency & Environmental Programs), be adopted.

(2)

That staff report to Council on a bi-annual basis on the progress made and overall policy effectiveness.

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-9 was not called, as the following amendment was introduced: 

R06/3-10

It was moved and seconded

That Resolution No. R06/3-9 be amended by adding the following as Part (3),

“That a letter be written to the Greater Vancouver Regional District, requesting that the policy approach be adopted region-wide in the absence of a more restrictive approach.”

CARRIED

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-09, as amended by Resolution No. R06/3-10, was then called, and it was CARRIED. 

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE –
Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

R06/3-11

8.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, February 6^th, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

9.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING
(Report:  Jan. 12/06, File No.:   08-4057-04)  (REDMS No. 1759615)

R06/3-12

It was moved and seconded

WHEREAS there is a shortage of affordable housing options in Richmond;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

(1)

That staff develop an overall affordable housing strategy, including a strategy for seniors, and including an assessment for the demand, and consideration of the matters set out in the memorandum dated February 13^th, 2006, from Councillor Linda Barnes;

(2)

That staff consult with the various stakeholders, including those listed in the memorandum from the Manager, Policy Planning (dated February 6^th, 2006), for their input on the affordable housing strategy;

(3)

That pending development of the strategy, that staff continue to work with the Provincial and Federal Governments and all developers of multi-unit residential developments to secure affordable housing, including affordable housing for seniors where appropriate;

(4)

That the funding source for the preparation of the strategy be the “Affordable Housing Fund”, up to an amount of $65,000, including $10,000 received from Coast Capital Savings Credit Union; and

(5)

That staff report on additional personnel required and funding sources for same.

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-12 was not called, as the following amendment was introduced: 

R06/3-13

It was moved and seconded

That Part (1) of Resolution No. R06/3-12 be amended by deleting the words “including a strategy for seniors”.

CARRIED

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-12, as amended by Resolution No. R06/3-14, was then called, and it was CARRIED.

10.

APPROVAL OF RIGHTS OF WAY FOR: (1) GREATER VANCOUVER WATER DISTRICT; (2) BC HYDRO
(Report:  Jan. 3/06, File No.:  06-2285-30-112; 06-2285-30-113) (REDMS No. 1723782)

R06/3-14

It was moved and seconded

That approval be given for:

(1)

a right of way in favour of Greater Vancouver Water District over portions of 8111 Nelson Road (Lot 1) and 7991 Nelson Road (Lot 25); and

(2)

an unregistered agreement with BC Hydro to reinstate rights previously registered over 12408 Vickers Way (Bridgeport Industrial Park); and

that staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to finalize the matters, including advertising.

CARRIED

11.

11000 NO. 5 ROAD – DISCHARGE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY

(Report:  Jan. 13/06, File No.:  06-2285-40-01/2006-Vol 01) (REDMS No. 1737573)

R06/3-15

It was moved and seconded

That the discharging of the right of way over 11000 No. 5 Road be approved (as set out in the report dated January 13^th, 2006, from the Manager, Lands and Property), and that staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to complete the discharge, including advertising.

CARRIED

12.

2006 TORINO OLYMPIC COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS
(Report:  February 3^rd, 2006, File No.:  11-7400-20-OLYM1) (REDMS No. 1756889)

R06/3-16

It was moved and seconded

That the community celebration activities (as outlined in the report dated February 3^rd, 2006 from the Director, Richmond Olympic Business Office), be approved.

CARRIED

13.

APPOINTMENT OF GVRD ALTERNATES

R06/3-17

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

Councillor Rob Howard be appointed as the second alternate to Mayor Malcolm Brodie (first Director position), in the absence of first alternate Councillor Linda Barnes; and

(2)

Councillor Derek Dang be appointed as the second alternate to Councillor Harold Steves (second Director position), in the absence of first alternate Councillor Bill McNulty,

on the Board of Directors of the Greater Vancouver Regional District.

CARRIED

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE –
Councillor Bill McNulty, Chair

R06/3-18

14.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee meeting held on Wednesday, January 25^th, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

15.

GARDEN CITY AND COOK ROAD/CHANDLER DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC ART PROJECT
(Report:  December 19^th, 2005, File No.:11-7000-09-20-046) (REDMS No. 1718555)

R06/3-19

It was moved and seconded

That the artwork donated by Chandler Development at Garden City & Cook Road to the City of Richmond, (as presented in the report dated December 19, 2005 from the Manager, Policy Planning), be approved.

CARRIED

16.

SUIAN MARU CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE REQUEST FOR THE RENAMING OF DON AND LION ISLANDS
(Report:  January 5^th, 2006, File No.:  06-2270-01) (REDMS No. 1730386)

R06/3-20

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the City prepare an official letter to the Suian Maru Centennial Committee in support of their efforts to initiate a re-naming/dedication of Don and Lion Islands to Oikawa and Sato Islands.

(2)

That staff work with the Suian Maru Centennial Committee to develop a commemorative/interpretive sign/plaque to be installed in a mutually agreed upon location prior to the Suian Maru Centennial celebrations planned for the fall of 2006.

CARRIED

17.

CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT FOR THE STEVESTON WATER PARK
(Report:  January 6^th, 2006, File No.:03-1000-03-032  ) (REDMS No. 1732044, 1740824)

R06/3-21

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the contribution agreement between the Steveston Community Society and the City for the Steveston Water Park, be approved and executed.

(2)

That construction of the water park commence upon execution of the agreement.

CARRIED

18.

PUBLIC INPUT AND OPTION FOR DELEGATIONS

R06/3-22

It was moved and seconded

That a letter be written to community groups outlining the proposal to allow them the opportunity to communicate with the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Committee and staff regarding their activities, achievements and concerns, and that an invitation be extended to these groups to attend a meeting as a delegation.

CARRIED

PLANNING COMMITTEE –
Councillor Harold Steves, Chair

R06/3-23

19.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, February 7^th, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

20.

APPLICATION FOR REZONING - TIMOTHY C.W. TSE
(RZ 04-279101 - Report:  January 18^th, 2005, File No.:  12-8060-20-8027) (REDMS No. 1719853, 1593640, 1741376, 1741371)

R06/3-24

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 8027, for the rezoning of 5660 and 5740 Blundell Road from “Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E)” to “Townhouse District (R2 - 0.7)”, be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

21.

APPOINTMENTS TO THE AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

R06/3-25

It was moved and seconded

That Dave Sandhu be appointed to the Richmond Agricultural Advisory Committee for a two year term to expire December 31, 2007.

CARRIED

COUNCIL/SCHOOL BOARD LIAISON COMMITTEE -
Councillor Derek Dang, Chair

R06/3-26

22.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Council/School Board Liaison Committee meeting held on Tuesday, January 17^th, 2006, be received for information.

CARRIED

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

23.

UPDATE ON OLYMPIC OVAL AND BUSINESS ACTIVITIES
(Report:  Feb. 9/06, File No.:  01-0370-03-01) (REDMS No. 1759343)

R06/3-27

It was moved and seconded

That the report (dated February 9^th, 2006, from the Director, Richmond Business Office), regarding an Update on Olympic Oval and Business Activities, be received for information.

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-27 was not called, as the following amendment was introduced: 

R06/3-28

It was moved and seconded

That Resolution No. R06/3-27 be amended by adding the following, “and that a copy of the report be forwarded to the Richmond Sports Council for its information.”

CARRIED

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-27, as amended by Resolution No. R06/3-28, was then called, and it was CARRIED.

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R06/3-29

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 7905
(4680 Blundell Road, RZ 03-236490)

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 7944
(Portion of 12251 No. 2 Road, RZ 04-277620)

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R06/3-30

24.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on January 25th, 2006, and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meeting held on October 26^th, 2005, January 11^th, 2006 and on January 25^th, 2006, be received for information.

(2)

That the recommendations of the Panel to authorize the issuance of Development Permits for the properties at:

(a)

12251 No. 2 Road (DP 05-312653);

(b)

9051 Blundell Road (DP 05-298331);

(c)

9211, 9231 and 9251 Ferndale Road (DP 05-306274); and

(d)

7371 Westminster Highway (DP 04-287631),

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

The question on Resolution No. R06/3-30 was not called, as the request was made that Part (2)(a) be dealt with separately. 

The question on Parts (1), (2)(b) through (2)(d) inclusive of Resolution No. R06/3-30 was called, and it was CARRIED.  

The question on Part (2)(a) of Resolution No. R06/3-30 was not called, as the following referral motion was introduced: 

R06/3-31

It was moved and seconded

That Development Permit (DP 05-312653), for property at 12251 No. 2 Road, be referred to the Development Permit Panel for reconsideration.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R06/3-31

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (9:56 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 Monday, February 13^th, 2006.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)