Time:

7:00 p.m.

Place:

Council Chambers

Richmond City Hall

Present:

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie

Councillor Linda Barnes

Councillor Derek Dang

Councillor Sue Halsey-Brandt

Councillor Ken Johnston

Councillor Bill McNulty

Councillor Harold Steves

Director, City Clerk’s Office – David Weber

Absent:

Councillor Evelina Halsey-Brandt

Councillor Greg Halsey-Brandt

Call to Order:

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

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

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1.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on Monday, October 25, 2010, be adopted as circulated.

CARRIED

PRESENTATION

John Irving, Director, Engineering accompanied by Doug Shearer, Park Planner, advised that the City of Richmond was being presented with the Public Works Project of the Year Award for the Cambie Drainage Pump Station and Park Plaza project.  He noted that the City of Richmond had received this award in 2007 for the Cook and Buswell Sanitary Pump Station.  Mr. Irving also advised that the project had been lead by the Engineering and Parks Departments with assistance from Public Works and other departments. 

Prior to presenting the award to Mayor Brodie, Mr. Irving noted that the project had been completed on time and within budget, and that it was an integral part of the pedestrian experience from the Cambie Canada Line Station to the Richmond Olympic Oval.  In speaking about the project, Mr. Irving noted that the project incorporated the art piece “Water No. 10” from the Biennale project. 

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

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2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:05 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items:

Adoption of Business Regulation Bylaw No. 7538, Amendment Bylaw No. 8663 – (to ban the sale of dogs and puppies from pet stores)

Paul McGrath, Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council of Canada (PIJAC), spoke in opposition to the adoption of Bylaw No. 8663 – to ban the sale of dogs and puppies from pet stores.  He mentioned that PIJAC had become a trusted source of information and expertise for government agencies across Canada concerning a variety of issues related to the health and welfare of companion animals.  He stated that PIJAC strived to represent different sectors of the Canadian pet industry and advocated responsible acquisition and high standards of pet care.

Mr. McGrath expressed his belief that the proposed ban would “drag the puppy mill industry even further underground”, making it easier for the continuance of substandard dog breeding conditions.  He said that pet stores were a reputable source for buying pets, and that the proposed ban would allow people to obtain dogs from unlicensed and unregulated sources.  In conclusion, Mr McGrath stated that PIJAC Canada had the solution, which was to license and regulate the sources for dogs through a province wide approach.  Mr. McGrath advised that PIJAC had contacted the provincial government to express their views and to offer their help in implementing legislation to regulate the sources for puppies.

Adoption of Business Regulation Bylaw No. 7538, Amendment Bylaw No. 8663 – (to ban the sale of dogs and puppies from pet stores)

Ernest Ang, owner of the Richmond Pet Habitat, spoke in opposition to the adoption of Bylaw No. 8663 – to ban the sale of dogs and puppies from pet stores.  He stated that as a result of the proposed ban, he was giving thought to an exit plan for his business.  Mr. Ang stated that the sale of puppies accounted for approximately 60% of his business, and that his business would no longer be viable upon the elimination of puppy sales. 

Mr. Ang requested an additional nine months past the proposed April 30^th, 2011, effective date to wind down his business, to give sufficient notice to his landlord, and to help find a suitable tenant to replace Pet Habitat.  He also noted that he and his family, along with fifteen staff members, would need to make a transition in order to find new careers.

Adoption of Business Regulation Bylaw No. 7538, Amendment Bylaw No. 8663 – (to ban the sale of dogs and puppies from pet stores)

Gary Batt, owner, Petland Surrey, and formerly a representative of the PIJAC, spoke in opposition to the adoption of Bylaw No. 8663 – to ban the sale of dogs and puppies from pet stores.  He stated that the proposed type of bylaw would cause him to lay off 30% of his staff, who are fully trained by him and Petland at great expense.  He spoke about the efforts made by PIJAC in establishing the Animal Care Act in Manitoba, and noted that PIJAC was attempting to do the same for British Columbia. 

Mr. Batt also spoke about the fees charged by shelters upon adoption and upon surrendering a pet to the shelters.  He said that there was no incentive to adopt from the shelter other than a personal incentive to help rescue a pet.

Mr. Batt questioned why Council was proposing to enact a bylaw which would discriminate against a small source of puppies, while allowing the vast majority of other sources to remain to sell puppies within Richmond.  He requested Council to table the adoption of  Business Regulation Bylaw No. 7538, Amendment Bylaw No. 8663, and asked that the City of Richmond work jointly with PIJAC to coordinate and approach the provincial government regarding the regulation of the puppy suppliers.

Item No. 9 – Richmond Sport for Life Strategy 2010 to 2015

Jim Lamond, Chair, Richmond Sports Council, spoke in support of the proposed Strategy, and stated that the Richmond Sports Council had worked with City staff on the Strategy.  Mr. Lamond noted that the Strategy presented a fabulous forum, which took into consideration all aspects of the community.  In conclusion, he noted that he wanted to ensure that people realized that the Richmond Sports Council fully supported the Richmond Sport for Life Strategy 2010 to 2015.

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4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:29 p.m.).

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

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5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items 6 through 10 be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the Finance Committee meeting held on Monday, November 1, 2010;

(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, November 1, 2010;

(3)

the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Committee meeting held on Tuesday, October 26, 2010; and

(4)

the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, November 2, 2010,

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

2011 Council and Committee Meeting Schedule

(File Ref. No.:  01-0105-01) (REDMS No. 3020490) (Schedule as revised at GP)

That the 2011 Council and Committee meeting schedule, attached to the staff report dated October 7, 2010 from the Director, City Clerk’s Office, be approved, subject to the following proposed revisions as part of the regular August meeting break:

(a)

that the Regular Council Meetings (open and closed) of August 8 and August 22, 2011 be cancelled; and

(b)

that the August 15, 2011 Public Hearing be re-scheduled to Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Richmond City Hall.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Additional Opportunity for the City of Richmond Public Art Program Participation in the Vancouver International Sculpture Biennale, 2009-2011

(File Ref. No.:  11-7000-09-20-099) (REDMS No. 2934353)

That the installation of the artwork “Blue Trees” for temporary exhibition in Richmond by the Vancouver International Sculpture Biennale, 2009-2011, as outlined in the staff report dated October 13, 2010 from the Director, Arts, Culture & Heritage Services, be endorsed.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

Richmond Sport for Life Strategy 2010 to 2015

(File Ref. No.:  11-7000-10-02/2010-Vol 01) (REDMS No. 2975011, 3012576)

(1)

That the Richmond Sport for Life Strategy (amended through stakeholder consultation) as attached to the staff report dated October 8, 2010 from the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, be endorsed;

(2)

That a letter be sent to the Minister of Education emphasizing the need to include mandatory physical education in the curriculum for all grades; and

(3)

That the Richmond Sport for Life Strategy be forwarded to the Council / School Board Liaison Committee, the Ministry of Education, and all other appropriate agencies including the British Columbia Teachers’ Federation for information, with a cover letter requesting comments and feedback.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

APPLICATION BY THE CHURCH IN RICHMOND FOR A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT AT 4460 BROWN ROAD TO THE RELIGIOUS AND EDUCATION (ZIS4) – ABERDEEN VILLAGE (CITY CENTRE) TO CHANGE THE MINIMUM FRONT, REAR AND SIDEYARD SETBACKS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TWO (2) STOREY CHURCH BUILDING

(File Ref. No.:  12-8060-20-8662, ZT 10-517847) (REDMS No. 2939641, 2976499, 3010096)

That Bylaw No. 8662, for a zoning text amendment to “Religious and Education (ZIS4) – Aberdeen Village (City Centre)” to change the minimum Front, Rear and Sideyard Setbacks, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mayor Brodie announced that Council had approved the addition of the following seven names of soldiers to the Richmond Cenotaph:

from World War One:

Horace Lee; and

John Simpson

from World War Two

Francis Matier;

Allan Osborne; and

Ferdinand Treichel

from the Korean War:

William Dutfield; and

Kenneth Reimer

Mayor Brodie advised that the work associated with the addition of the names would be completed early in the new year, and that in order to be included on the Richmond Cenotaph, the soldiers had to have lived in Richmond at one time during their lives; been enlisted in the Canadian Army, Navy or Air Force; and lost their lives through the hazards of service or violent means while in the line of duty. 

In conclusion, Mayor Brodie noted that the City would be working with the Royal Canadian Legion, the 39^th Service Battalion, and other stakeholders to develop a concept for a memorial to honour those who have fallen in recent or future wars or conflicts. 

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

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It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Business Regulation Bylaw No. 7538, Amendment Bylaw No. 8663

Dog Licensing Bylaw No. 7138, Amendment Bylaw No. 8529

Municipal Ticket Information Authorization Bylaw No. 7321, Amendment Bylaw No. 8642

Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 8643

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 8557

(3951, 3971, 4071, 4111 Boundary Road and portions of 23660 River Road,  RZ 09-484669)

Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 8574

(Lane Adjacent to 7820 Williams Road)

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

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11.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on Wednesday, October 27, 2010, and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on Wednesday, October, 27, 2010, be received for information.

(2)

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

(a)

a Development Permit (DP 10-539427) for the property at 13800 Smallwood Place; and

(b)

a Development Permit (DP 10-542528) for the property at 8040 Garden City Road;

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

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It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:02 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 8, 2010.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)