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 Greg Halsey-Brandt

Councillor Sue Halsey-Brandt

Councillor Ken Johnston

Councillor Bill McNulty

Councillor Harold Steves

Corporate Officer – David Weber

Call to Order:

Mayor Brodie called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

R11/4-1-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on Monday, February 14, 2011,

(2)

the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on Monday, February 14, 2011, and

(3)

the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting for Public Hearings held on Monday, February 21, 2011,

each be adopted as circulated.

CARRIED

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

R11/4-2

It was moved and seconded

That the Proposed 2041 Regional Growth Strategy (RGS) (forwarded from the Special General Purposes Committee meeting of February 28, 2011) be added to the Council Agenda as Item No. 27A.

CARRIED

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R11/4-3

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:

Item No. 27 – Application by Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. for Rezoning at 16540 River Road from (AG1) to (IL)

The applicant Kalwant Virdi, accompanied by Alan De Genova, provided background information related to the activities of Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd.  He spoke about the company’s need to expand at 16540 River Road, and indicated that he was in agreement with the City’s proposal to reduce the number of trucks permitted to park overnight, and to restrict parking only to vehicles that service the local agricultural industry.

In response to queries made by members of Council, Mr. Virdi stated that no vehicles would be permitted to run and operate overnight, and that a caretaker would be responsible for the security of vehicles parked on the property. 

Item No. 27 – Application by Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. for Rezoning at 16540 River Road from (AG1) to (IL)

Cal Mahal, 16551 Westminster Highway, spoke about his family’s farming background and advised that his family farm is 75 acres and has been at the same location 60 years.  He advised that with the current economic times the main problems include stealing of gasoline, steal and copper.  He spoke in favour of the proposed application for rezoning at 16540 River Road, as it would guarantee security and would alleviate the issues of theft.

Item No. 27 – Application by Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. for Rezoning at 16540 River Road from (AG1) to (IL)

David Cougle, 19500 River Road, stated that he does work for the farms but is not allowed to park his trucks.  He also expressed concerns related to the theft of fuel and batteries. 

Item No. 27 – Application by Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. for Rezoning at 16540 River Road from (AG1) to (IL)

Baldev Singh Clair, 19440 River Road, expressed concerns related to finding parking for his dump truck.  He stated that he lived three blocks away from the applicant and has been ticketed by the City’s Bylaw Enforcement Officers for parking his truck on his property.  Mr. Clair questioned what his options were for finding appropriate parking for his dump truck.

Item No. 27 – Application by Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. for Rezoning at 16540 River Road from (AG1) to (IL)

Kirpal Singh Birak, 426 East 59^th Avenue, Vancouver, advised that he had a 300 acre farm in Richmond which was the largest strawberry grower in Canada.  He spoke in favour of the proposed application for rezoning at 16540 River Road as it would provide a place for him to park some of his farm vehicles.  He stated that many farmers were in need of this service.  Mr. Birak indicated that his property required more space to accommodate his fruit stand and to provide parking for his customers

In conclusion, he advised that he was seeking sufficient parking for a minimum of 25 vehicles which would include 10 buses and several vans.  Mr. Birak requested Council to give consideration to parking of buses used in farming as currently the proposed application for rezoning at 16540 River Road does not consider permitting buses on the property.

Item No. 27 – Application by Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. for Rezoning at 16540 River Road from (AG1) to (IL)

Sandhar Bath, 3280 No. 6 Road, Green Timber Nurseries Ltd, spoke about the difficulties he faces with regards to loading and unloading his merchandise.  He advised that currently when unloading merchandise, he parks his vehicle at the Versa Cold parking lot located across the street from his business and transfers it to a small trailer and then unloads it as quickly as possible.  Mr. Bath spoke in favour of the proposed application for rezoning at 16540 River Road as parking his trailer there would allow him to unload his merchandise in a secure yard slowly and in a safe manner. 

Item No. 27 – Application by Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. for Rezoning at 16540 River Road from (AG1) to (IL)

Cashmere Singh Dhaliwal, President of Khalsa Diwan Society, advised that the Society owns a 25 acre blueberry farm on No. 6 Road, and that several of the Society’s members were farmers in the area as well.  He spoke about the difficulties farmers are faced with regarding the parking of farm related vehicles, and advised that currently several farmers park their vehicles at the Ross Street Temple, resulting in parking shortages at the temple.  Mr. Dhaliwal spoke in favour of the proposed application for rezoning at 16540 River Road, and stated that the Society would welcome the opportunity to park their vehicles on River Road. 

Item No. 27A – Proposed 2041 Regional Growth Strategy (RGS)

Peter Mitchell, 6271 Nanika Crescent, spoke on behalf of the Richmond Sports Council, and expressed his support of the General Purposes Committee recommendation to change the designations on the Garden City Lands from “General Urban” to “Conservation and Recreation” as the “Agricultural” designation would not permit artificial turf fields which allow far more services than regular grass fields.  He also stated that upgrades to swimming pools and arenas may be feasible under the conservation and recreation designation whereas they may not be under the agricultural designation. 

Item No. 26 – Remaining Tall Ships Fund Use and Capital Waterfront Infrastructure Financial Status Report

Mr. Mitchell stated that as a member of the Rotary Club in Steveston, the Club would be supportive of any efforts made by the City to make a festival of sails event successful in the City.  However, he further stated that as an individual, he had some concerns.  Mr. Mitchell advised that he came forward approximately a year ago and stressed that in order for the event to be a success the City would have to: (i) to secure Class A ships;  (ii) work with other Port cities in the North West; and (iii) attain sponsorship from local restaurants and hotels.  He also stated that he had suggested that the lessons learned during the 2002 Tall Ships event be reviewed.

Mr. Mitchell continued by stating his belief that the suggestions he had made a year ago had not occurred.  He expressed concern that the City would be spending a large sum on an event that would not generate the same kind of result as the one in 2002 had, and that it would not best serve the local restaurants, bars and community.  In conclusion, Mr. Mitchell questioned why the funds that are not spent are being allocated for use next year without coming back to Council for a review.

R11/4-4

4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:42 p.m.).

CARRIED

There was agreement to vary the agenda to consider Agenda Item No. 27 prior to the items on the Consent Agenda.

27.

APPLICATION BY VIRDI PACIFIC HOLDINGS LTD. FOR REZONING AT 16540 RIVER ROAD FROM AGRICULTURE (AG1) TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (IL)

(File Ref. No.: 12-8060-40-8648/8725/8737, RZ 10-524476) (REDMS No. 3143080, 3166016, 3169025, 3039266, 2969206, 2303774, 3143208)

R11/4-5

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

Bylaw No. 8648 for 16540 River Road be abandoned;

(2)

Bylaw No. 8725, to amend the “Light Industrial (IL)” zoning district and to rezone 16540 River Road from “Agriculture (AG1)” to “Light Industrial (IL)”, be introduced and given first reading provided that, in addition to the restrictions proposed in the revised rezoning application, the following restrictive covenants be approved:

(a)

Except for local traffic, westbound trucks on River Road at No. 7 Road be prohibited from turning left to travel southbound on No. 7 Road; and

(b)

The parking of commercial vehicles at 16540 River Road be restricted to 40 vehicles that haul Richmond based agricultural produce;

(3)

The Public Hearing notification area be expanded to include all properties along River Road between No. 7 Road to the west and halfway between Nelson Road/ No. 9 Road to the east; and

(4)

Enforcement matters related to trucks in the vicinity of 16540 River Road, on River Road or No. 7 Road, be referred to staff with a report back through the Community Safety Committee.

(5)

The matter of bus parking and other farm support vehicles be referred to staff for further investigation and a report back.

The question on Resolution No. R11/4-5 was not called as staff advised in response to a question that enforcement of the proposed restrictions would be more effective if the restrictions were incorporated into the bylaw as opposed to being enforced through restrictive covenants.  Staff also advised Council that a draft of such a bylaw, Bylaw No. 8737, had been prepared and was available for consideration should Council wish to take that approach to the restrictions.

It was further noted by staff that with the simple addition of the words “a maximum of 40 commercial vehicles and comprised only of” in section 1.ii (a) of the draft Bylaw No. 8737, that the new restriction noted in 2(b) of the resolution would be included in the bylaw and would therefore not be needed in the resolution. 

Following further discussion, the following amendment was introduced:

R11/4-6

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

Part (2) of Resolution No. R11/4-5 be amended by replacing Bylaw No. 8725 with Bylaw No. 8737;

(2)

the words “a maximum of 40 commercial vehicles and comprised only of” be added to Section 1.ii (a) of Bylaw No. 8737; and

(3)

Part 2(b) of Resolution No. R11/4-5 be deleted.

CARRIED

The question on Resolution No. R11/4-5, as amended, which now reads as:

That:

(1)

Bylaw No. 8648 for 16540 River Road be abandoned;

(2)

Bylaw No. 8737, to amend the “Light Industrial (IL)” zoning district and to rezone 16540 River Road from “Agriculture (AG1)” to “Light Industrial (IL)”, be introduced and given first reading provided that, in addition to the restrictions proposed in the revised rezoning application, the following restrictive covenant be approved:

(a)

Except for local traffic, westbound trucks on River Road at No. 7 Road be prohibited from turning left to travel southbound on No. 7 Road;

(3)

The Public Hearing notification area be expanded to include all properties along River Road between No. 7 Road to the west and halfway between Nelson Road/ No. 9 Road to the east;

(4)

Enforcement matters related to trucks in the vicinity of 16540 River Road, on River Road or No. 7 Road, be referred to staff with a report back through the Community Safety Committee; and

(5)

The matter of bus parking and other farm support vehicles be referred to staff for further comment and a report back.

was then called, and it was CARRIED.

Councillor Derek Dang advised that under Section 100 of the Community Charter he would be declaring himself to be in a potential conflict of interest for Item 18, as he owns property in the area.  The Mayor then noted that Item 18 would be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.

CONSENT AGENDA

R11/4-7

5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items 6 through 25 with the removal of Item 18, be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011;

(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, February 21, 2011;

(3)

the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, February 22, 2011;

(4)

the Public Works & Transportation Committeemeeting held on Wednesday, February 23, 2011;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Emergency Social Services Plan

(File Ref. No.:  09-5125-03-07) (REDMS No. 3072348, 3143208)

(1)

That the Emergency Social Services Plan dated January 19, 2011, be approved as the plan outlining the provision of food, clothing, shelter, transportation and personal and medical services to victims of emergencies or disasters, as required under the BC Emergency Program Act; and

(2)

The Emergency Social Services Plan be reviewed every three years.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

2011/2012 RCMP Annual Performance Plan – City Priorities

(File Ref. No.:  09-5000-01, 09-5375-01) (REDMS No. 3130523)

That the City identify two priorities to be considered for inclusion in the Richmond Detachment 2011/2012 RCMP Annual Performance Plan as outlined in the OIC’s report entitled “2011/2012 RCMP Annual Performance Plan – City Priorities” dated January 12, 2011.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

Resuscitation Outcomes Consortium Initiative

(File Ref. No.: 09-5140-06-01 ) (REDMS No. 3094568)

That Richmond Fire-Rescue’s continued participation in the Resuscitation Outcomes Consortium initiative for a further six year period be supported.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

Cultural Transformation within Richmond Fire-Rescue

(File Ref. No.: 05-1810-13-01)  (REDMS No. 3126402)

That staff be directed to report back on the development of a comprehensive recruitment and outreach strategy that will ensure Richmond Fire-Rescue has the capacity to provide excellent service to a diverse community.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

11.

Establishing a National Public Safety Broadband Network

(File Ref. No.: 09-5145-01) (REDMS No. 3087841)

(1)

That the allocation of the 700mhz bandwidth for Public Safety Radio and Data Communications in Canada (as outlined in the report dated December 14, 2010 from the Deputy Fire Chief, Administration and Technology) be supported;

(2)

That Industry Canada be advised of Council’s position; and

(3)

That the resolution for submission to the UBCM and FCM as drafted be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

UBCM and FCM Resolution as approved

12.

Voter Turnout in Richmond

(File Ref. No.:  12-8125-01/2010-Vol 01) (REDMS No. 3063294, 3099199, 3128824, 3137773, 3137775, 3156755)

(1)

That the staff report entitled “Voter Turnout in Richmond” dated February 9, 2011 from the Director, City Clerk’s Office, be received for information;

(2)

That staff explore the feasibility and options for internet voting and report back to Council regarding the potential for implementation for the 2014 civic election; and that a letter be written to the Provincial Government in support of any actions or legislative changes that would be required to authorize the use of internet voting;

(3)

That the option to submit candidate profiles be included as part of the nomination papers for publication on the City website;

(4)

That $88,000 in additional funding be provided from the Council Provision Account to implement a “vote anywhere / super poll” initiative for the 2011 civic election, with further consideration of funding from the 2010 Surplus Allocation.

(5)

That the following items be referred to the 2010 surplus allocation discussion:

(a)

That $16,000 in additional funding be considered to cover the increased costs for printing and distribution of candidate profiles as included as part of the nomination papers for publication in the printed city election guide that is distributed to every Richmond household;

(b)

That $25,000 in additional funding be considered to undertake an enhanced public awareness and education strategy regarding the civic election;

(6)

That the following item be referred to the 2012 budget discussion:

(a)

That $55,000 in additional funding be considered to gather qualitative and quantitative data to measure the success of any strategies that are implemented and to explore the motivations of Richmond voters and non-voters; and

(7)

That staff liaise with the School Board regarding the education relating to the civic election process in schools.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

13.

2010 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2011 WORK PROGRAM: RICHMOND INTERCULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

(File Ref. No.:  01-0100-20-RIAD1-01) (REDMS No. 3086659v3, 3093904)

That the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee 2011 Work Program be endorsed, as outlined in the staff report dated January 26, 2011 from the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, entitled “2010 Annual Report and 2011 Work Program: Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee”.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

14.

RICHMOND HERITAGE COMMISSION 2010 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2011 WORK PLAN

(File Ref. No.:01-0100-20-Hcom1-01) (REDMS No. 3142978)

That the Richmond Heritage Commission 2011 Work Plan be endorsed, as outlined in the staff report dated February 9, 2011 from the General Manager, Planning and Development, entitled “Richmond Heritage Commission 2010 Annual Report and 2011 Work Plan”.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

15.

APPLICATION BY BALBIR BIRING FOR REZONING AT 8520 FRANCIS ROAD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/E) TO COACH HOUSE (RCH)

(File Ref. No.:  12-8060-20-8669, RZ 10-537869) (REDMS No. 3048818, 3130401)

That Bylaw No. 8669, for the rezoning of 8520 Francis Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Coach House (RCH)”, be introduced and given First Reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

16.

APPLICATION BY WESTMARK DEVELOPMENTS (WOODWARDS POINTE) LTD. FOR REZONING AT 9900 NO. 2 ROAD, 6011, 6031, 6051 AND 6071 WILLIAMS ROAD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/E) TO MEDIUM DENSITY TOWNHOUSES (RTM3)

(File Ref. No.:  12-8060-20-8676, RZ 09-489238) (REDMS No. 3058671, 3141134)

That Bylaw No. 8676, for the rezoning of 9900 No. 2 Road, 6011, 6031, 6051 and 6071 Williams Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Medium Density Townhouses (RTM3)”, be introduced and given First Reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

17.

APPLICATION BY STEVE DHANDA FOR REZONING AT 11880 RAILWAY AVENUE FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/E) TO SINGLE DETACHED (RS2/C)

(File Ref. No.:  12-8060-20-8671, RZ 10-538153) (REDMS No. 3049507, 3142973)

That Bylaw No. 8671, for the rezoning of 11880 Railway Avenue from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/C)”, be introduced and given First Reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

18.

APPLICATION BY PAUL GOODWIN (GBL ARCHITECTS) FOR THE REZONING OF 9388 ODLIN ROAD (FORMERLY 9340, 9360 AND 9400 ODLIN ROAD) FROM “SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/F)” TO “LOW RISE APARTMENT (ZLR24) – ALEXANDRA NEIGHBOURHOOD (WEST CAMBIE) TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 245-UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX OVER ONE LEVEL OF PARKING

(File Ref. No.:  12-8060-20-8715/8716, RZ 09-453123) (REDMS No. 3145869, 3147313, 3142968, 3078822, 3078831, 2887749, 2912014, 3147858)

See page 14 for action taken on this matter.

19.

TRAFFIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE – PROPOSED 2011 INITIATIVES

(File Ref. No.:  01-0100-20-TSAD1-01) (REDMS No. 3078167)

(1)

That the proposed 2011 initiatives for the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee, as outlined in the staff report dated December 23, 2010 from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed; and

(2)

That a copy of the above report be forwarded to the Richmond Council-School Board Liaison Committee for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

20.

CORPORATE ENERGY MANAGER

(File Ref. No.: 05-1810-06, XR: 10-6125-0501) (REDMS No. 3108056 v5, 3005454)

(1)

That the Corporate Energy Manager position be re-classified from Temporary Full Time (TFT) to Regular Full Time (RFT); and

(2)

That a Position Control Complement (PCC) be created for the Corporate Energy Manager position.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

21.

DIKING AUTHORITIES FOR NEW DIKES
(File Ref. No.:  10-6045-09-01) (REDMS No. 3144995)

(1)

That the staff report entitled “Diking Authorities for New Dikes” dated February 7, 2011 from the Director, Engineering be received for information; and

(2)

That the staff report entitled “Diking Authorities for New Dikes” dated February 7, 2011 from the Director, Engineering be forwarded to the Flood Control and River Management Committee of the Lower Mainland Local Government Association.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

22.

GREASE REDUCTION - GREEN MUNICIPAL FUND APPLICATION

(File Ref. No.:  10-6400-01, XR 01-0060-20-FCMU1-01) (REDMS No. 3143389)

That a letter from the Mayor be sent to the Federal Minister of Environment, copied to local MPs, requesting support for the City’s Grease Reduction Program application to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Green Municipal Fund.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

23.

PUBLIC SPACES RECYCLING - PROPOSED PILOT PROGRAM

(File Ref. No.: 10-6370-01) (REDMS No. 3125389)

That the proposal by Nestlé Waters Canada to work in partnership with the City to develop and implement a 3-month pilot program for public spaces recycling, as outlined in the staff report dated February 7, 2011, be accepted.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

24.

METRO VANCOUVER SINGLE SEWER UTILITY RATES

(File Ref. No.:  10-6400-07-01, XR: 03-0930-01) (REDMS No. 3144350, 3143755)

That the approach, as outlined in the staff report entitled “Metro Vancouver Long Term Sewer Utility Rates” dated February 7, 2011, from the General Manager, Engineering and Public Works, be endorsed.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

25.

ENHANCED PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM REVIEW

(File Ref. No.:  10-6125-04-01) (REDMS No. 3141372v.5, 3058422, 3128553, 3012463)

That the Enhanced Pesticide Management Program (EPMP) as described in the staff report entitled “Enhanced Pesticide Management Program Review,” dated February 8, 2011 be approved to continue on a temporary basis for 2011.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

PLANNING COMMITTEE –
Councillor Bill McNulty, Chair

In accordance with Section 100 of the Community Charter, Councillor Derek Dang declared himself to be in a potential conflict of interest as he owns property in the area and left the meeting (9:06 p.m.).

18.

APPLICATION BY PAUL GOODWIN (GBL ARCHITECTS) FOR THE REZONING OF 9388 ODLIN ROAD (FORMERLY 9340, 9360 AND 9400 ODLIN ROAD) FROM “SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/F)” TO “LOW RISE APARTMENT (ZLR24) – ALEXANDRA NEIGHBOURHOOD (WEST CAMBIE) TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 245-UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX OVER ONE LEVEL OF PARKING

(File Ref. No.:  12-8060-20-8715/8716, RZ 09-453123) (REDMS No. 3145869, 3147313, 3142968, 3078822, 3078831, 2887749, 2912014, 3147858)

R11/4-8

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 8715 to add “Section 8.4.5 - Alexandra District Energy Unit” to Section 8.4 of the West Cambie Area Plan (Schedule 2.11A) of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 7100, be introduced and given First Reading;

(2)

Bylaw No. 8715, having been considered in conjunction with:

the City’s Financial Plan and Capital Program; and

the Metro Vancouver Regional District Solid Waste and Liquid Waste Management Plans;

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

(3)

Bylaw No. 8715, having been considered in accordance with OCP Bylaw Preparation Consultation Policy 5043, is hereby deemed not to require further consultation; and

(4)

Bylaw No. 8716, for a zoning text amendment to insert a new subsection to the Permitted Density Section of the “Low Rise Apartment (ZLR24) – Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)” zoning district and to rezone 9388 Odlin Road (formerly 9340, 9360 and 9400 Odlin Road) from “Single Detached (RS1/F)” to “Low Rise Apartment (ZLR24) Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)”, be introduced and given First Reading.

CARRIED

Councillor Dang returned to the meeting at 9:07 p.m.

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE –
Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

26.

Remaining Tall Ships Fund Use and Capital Waterfront Infrastructure Financial Status report

(File Ref. No.:  11-7400-35-01/Vol 01) (REDMS No. 3141376 v4)

R11/4-9

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That $175,000 from the remaining Tall Ships budget be approved for the Summer of Sails event on June 4 and 5, 2011 and any other ship visits in 2011; and

(2)

That any part of the $175,000 expense that is offset by sponsor cash contributions and/or unspent on the Summer of Sails and other ship visits in 2011 together with the remaining uncommitted funding of $82,000 to be used to support ship recruitment and festival development in future years, subject to further report.

CARRIED

OPPOSED: Cllr. G. Halsey-Brandt 

PLANNING COMMITTEE –
Councillor Bill McNulty, Chair

27.

APPLICATION BY VIRDI PACIFIC HOLDINGS LTD. FOR REZONING AT 16540 RIVER ROAD FROM AGRICULTURE (AG1) TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (IL)

See page 5 for action taken on this matter.

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE –
Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

27A.

The Proposed Metro Vancouver Regional Growth Strategy (RGS)

(File Ref. No.: 01-0157-20-RGS1) (REDMS No. 3164630)

R11/4-10

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the proposed Metro Vancouver Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw 1136 be accepted;

(2)

That the Metro Vancouver Board be advised that the City of Richmond is hereby requesting the following changes in designations following approval:

(1)

For the Terra Nova Land, from “General Urban” to “Conservation and Recreation”;

(2)

For the Garden City Lands, from “General Urban” to “Conservation and Recreation”; and

(3)

For the Department of National Defence Lands, from “General Urban” to “Conservation and Recreation”.

The question on Resolution No. R11/4-10  was not called, as a request was made to deal with Part (1) separately. 

The question on Part (1) of Resolution No. R11/4-10 was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. S. Halsey-Brandt opposed.

The question on Part (2) of Resolution No. R11/4-10 was then called and it was CARRIED.

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R11/4-11

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 8435

(8571 Heather Street, RZ 08-438376)

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 8447

(10660 Williams Road, RZ 08-439125)

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 8622

(8120 Heather Street, RZ 10-515821)

Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 8640

(9451 and 9471 Ferndale Road, RZ 09-498765)

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R11/4-12

28.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on Wednesday, February 16, 2011, and the Chair’s report  for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on Wednesday, January 26, 2011 and Wednesday, February 16, 2011, be received for information.

(2)

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

(a)

a Development Variance Permit (DV 10-549791) for the property at 5731 Maple Road; and

(b)

a Development Permit (DP 10-546272) for the property at 9451 and 9471 Ferndale Road;

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R11/4-12

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (10:02 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, February 28, 2011.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)