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 7:00 p.m., and welcomed a group of students from the Disability Resource Centre’s Youth Leadership program.

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

R08/19-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on Monday, October 27, 2008, be adopted as circulated, and that the Metro Vancouver “Board in Brief” dated October 3, 2008, be received for information.

CARRIED

R08/19-2

It was moved and seconded

That staff further investigate and report back on the management of disposable shopping bags and the Metro Vancouver tap water Campaign.

Prior to the question on Resolution No. R08/19-2 being called, a discussion ensued about some of the factors staff should take into consideration when preparing a report back to Council.

With regard to management of disposable shopping bags, it was suggested that staff investigate the options for creating biodegradable disposable bags.  It was noted that one option could be to request the federal government to make biodegradable bags mandatory.  It was also suggested that consideration be given to designating a site such as the works yard for accumulating disposable bags and recycling them in a proper and manageable manner.

With regard to the Metro Vancouver tap water campaign, staff was asked to be mindful of health issues associated with water fountains and the use of re-useable drinking glasses.  Staff was also requested to take into consideration implications that could arise as a result of removing bottled water from vending machines.  It was mentioned that sweet drinks such as pop or sports drinks may become alternatives to bottled water.  Discussion also took place about the purity of tap water in the lower mainland, and about promoting multi-use bottles such as stainless steel bottles.

In answer to a query, Robert Gonzalez, General Manager, Engineering and Public Works advised that it was feasible for staff to report back on both matters within two months.

The question on Resolution No. R08/19-2 was then called, and it was CARRIED.

PRESENTATION

The Manager, Community Recreation Services, Elizabeth Ayers accompanied by Wayne Yee, Coordinator Youth Services gave a video presentation highlighting the programs and services offered during the summer of 2008.  Ms. Ayers remarked that participation in the programs provided thousands of people with the opportunity to learn and share new experiences.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R08/19-3

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:23 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items – None.

R08/19-4

4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:23 p.m.).

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

R08/19-5

5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items 6 through 8 be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Committee meeting held on Tuesday, October 28, 2008.

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Richmond Event Approval Coordination Team (REACT) and Status of Community Events

(Report:  October 3, 2008, File No.:  11-7400-01, XR 01-0100-20-REAC1) (REDMS No. 2497892, 2521777)

(1)

That the report Richmond Event Approval Coordination Team and Status of Community Events dated October 3, 2008 from the Director of Parks and Public Works Operations be received for information; and

(2)

That all members of Council, the Council/School Board Liaison Committee, the Richmond Sports Council, the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, and Tourism Richmond be provided with a copy of the report.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Hugh Boyd Park Fieldhouse

(Report:  October 6, 2008, File No.:  06-2345-20-HBOY1) (REDMS No. 2511670 V.4)

(1)

That approval be granted to Richmond Youth and Girls’ Soccer Association’s building committee to proceed with concept design work for a fieldhouse building to be located at Hugh Boyd Park; and

(2)

That the concept design, detailed cost estimates, funding plan and project timeline be brought back to Council for approval before proceeding.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

BUSINESS & FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

R08/19-6

9.

10020 Albion Road Development Site - Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication by Bylaw 8446 and Repeal of Bylaw 8248

(Report:  October 16, 2008, File No.:  12-8060-20-8446, Xr:12-8060-20-8248, RZ 06-348261) (REDMS No. 2277624, 2513221, 2515078v2)

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw 8446 be introduced and given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings;

(2)

The required notice of road closure and disposition of the closed road be advertised prior to final adoption pursuant to the Community Charter;

(3)

Staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to raise title to the road closure area and transfer the road closure area on the same terms and conditions as outlined in the Council report dated September 26, 2007 and approved November 13, 2007, including authorizing the Manager, Real Estate Services, to execute all documentation to effect the transactions, including all contracts, survey plans and Land Title Office documentation; and

(4)

Staff be authorized to file a certifying statement executed by the Corporate Officer in the Land Title Office cancelling the right of resumption pursuant to the Resumption of Highways Regulation.

CARRIED

PUBLIC DELEGATIONS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

R08/19-7

10.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on non-agenda items (7:42 p.m.).

CARRIED

Carlene Lewall, Coordinator at Delta Gymnastics introduced Joanne Meehan, an Operation Red Nose Volunteer.  Ms. Meehan made a brief presentation to Council about Operation Red Nose, a national program that provides safe rides home as an alternative to drinking and driving.  The program’s services are offered for free, and any donations taken are contributed to amateur youth sports in local communities.  The 2008 holiday season dates of for Operation Red Nose are November 28^th, and 29^th; and December 5^th, 6^th, 12^th, 13^th, 19^th, 20^th, and 31^st.  In conclusion Ms. Meehan asked City of Richmond staff and Council to consider volunteering for Operation Red Nose, and advised that volunteer forms can be obtained directly from the website at deltagymnastics.com; through the RCMP; or by calling 604-943-0460.

R08/19-8

11.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:53 p.m.).

CARRIED

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R08/19-9

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Waterworks and Water Rates Bylaw No. 5637, Amendment Bylaw No. 8442

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 8218

(2431 McKessok Avenue, RZ 06-333717)

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R08/19-10

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:00 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, November 10, 2008.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)