June 27, 2011 - Agenda

City Council

Council Chambers, City Hall

6911 No. 3 Road

Monday, June 27, 2011

7:00 p.m.

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MINUTES

	1.	*Motion to adopt:*
		*(1)*	*the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on Monday, June 13, 2011* (distributed previously);
CNCL-15		(2)	the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on Monday, June 20, 2011 ; and
CNCL-19		*(3)*	*the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting for Public Hearings held on Monday, June 20, 2011.*

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

	PRESENTATIONS
CNCL-41	(1)	Terry Crowe, Manager, Policy Planning: Introduction of winners of Student Art Contest for Official Community Plan Update.
CNCL-43	(2)	Margot Daykin, Manager, Sustainability: Introduction of Richmond Elementary School Climate Change Showdown Program winners.
CNCL-45	(3)	Teresa Vozza, Chair, Richmond Family and Youth Court Committee: Presentation of the Committee’s 2010 Annual Report.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Motion to resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items.

	3.	Delegations from the floor on Agenda items.
		(PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR LEGAL REASONS, DELEGATIONS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON ZONING OR OCP AMENDMENT BYLAWS WHICH ARE TO BE ADOPTED; OR ON DEVELOPMENT PERMITS/DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMITS - ITEM NO. 23.)

Motion to rise and report.

RATIFICATION OF COMMITTEE ACTION

		CONSENT AGENDA
		(PLEASE NOTE THAT ITEMS APPEARING ON THE CONSENT AGENDA WHICH PRESENT A CONFLICT OF INTEREST FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.)

CONSENT AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS
§	Receipt of Committee minutes
§	2012 Fire Chiefs Association of BC Annual Conference
§	RCMP Community Safety Building: 2012 Video Surveillance Requirements in Police Buildings
§	Appointment of Chief Election Officer and Deputy Election Officer for the 2011 General Local and School Election
§	2011 Civic Election Update and Bylaw Amendment
§	The Oath of Office - Response to Council Referral
§	City Centre Area Transitional Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 8766
§	Land use applications for first reading (to be further considered at the Public Hearing on Monday, July 18, 2011):
	§	7140/7160 Beecham Road – Rezone from (RD1) to (RS2/B) (Mohinder Gill – applicant)
	§	7980 Broadmoor Boulevard – Rezone from (RS1/E) to (RCH) (Zhi Yong Chen – applicant)
	§	9731/9751 Cambie Road – Rezone from (RS1/E) to (RTL4) (Matthew Cheng Architect Inc. – applicant)
§	Revised Water Shortage Response Plan (Sprinkling Restrictions) - Bylaw Amendments
§	Subdivision and Development Bylaws
§	Canada Line: Progress Report on Opportunities for Retail Operations and Litter Collection/Cleaning Activities
§	Ageing Infrastructure Planning - 2011 Update

Motion to adopt Items 6 through 19 by general consent.

Consent

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COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

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(1)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on Tuesday, June 14, 2011;

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(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, June 20, 2011;

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(3)

the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, June 21, 2011;

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(4)

the Public Works & Transportation Committee meeting held on Wednesday, June 22, 2011; and

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(5)

the Council/Board Liaison Committee meeting held on Wednesday, May 18, 2011,

be received for information.

Consent

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2012 Fire Chiefs Association of BC Annual Conference

(File Ref. No. 09-5140-01) (REDMS No. 3199017)

CS-31

See Page CS-31 of the Community Safety agenda for full hardcopy report

COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the financial support and in-kind contributions for the Fire Chiefs Association of British Columbia (FCABC), the Emergency Vehicle Technicians Association of British Columbia (EVTABC) and the British Columbia Fire Training Officers Associations (BCFTOA) conferences, to be held jointly in Richmond from June 1^st to June 7^th in 2012 be authorized.

Consent

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RCMP COMMUNITY SAFETY BUILDING: 2012 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS IN POLICE BUILDINGS

(File Ref. No. 06-2052-25-CSB) (REDMS No. 3225387)

CS-35

See Page CS-35 of the Community Safety agenda for full hardcopy report

COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That an increase to the project scope of for a video surveillance upgrade required for the RCMP Community Safety Building (CSB) project to meet the new 2012 proposed standards for police buildings valued at $179,000, be approved as part of the RCMP CSB project;

(2)

That an increase to the project scope for a secure room required for the RCMP’s Live Scan system valued at $20,000, be approved as part of the RCMP CSB project, and be funded from the Capital Building and Infrastructure Reserve; and

(3)

That the 5 Year Financial Plan (2011-2015) be amended accordingly.

Consent

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Appointment of Chief Election Officer and Deputy Chief Election Officer for the 2011 General Local and School Election

(File Ref. No. 12-8125-60-01/Vol 01) (REDMS No.3218577)

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See Page GP-9 of the General Purposes agenda for full hardcopy report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That David Weber be appointed as Chief Election Officer, and that Gail Johnson be appointed Deputy Chief Election Officer, for the 2011 General Local and School Election.

Consent

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10.

2011 Civic Election Update and Bylaw Amendment

(File Ref. No. 12-8160-20-8778/Vol 01) (REDMS No.3212349, 3228541, 2450679, 3225069)

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See Page GP-11 of the General Purposes agenda for full hardcopy report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Civic Election Administration and Procedure Bylaw No. 7244, Amendment Bylaw No. 8778, be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

Consent

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11.

The Oath of Office – Response to Council Referral

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8779/Vol 01) (REDMS No.3225409, 3225402)

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See Page GP-35 of the General Purposes agenda for full hardcopy report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the staff report titled “The Oath of Office – Response to Council Referral,” dated May 30, 2011 from the Director, City Clerk’s Office, be received for information;

(2)

That Civic Election Administration and Procedure Bylaw No. 7244, Amendment Bylaw No. 8779, be introduced and given first, second and third readings, with the Oath of Office worded as presented in Option 2 with additional wording from Option 1 of the staff report, to read as follows:

I, ……….[name of person elected or appointed]………., do [swear]/[solemnly affirm] that:

I will perform the duties of the office of [Mayor]/[Councillor] faithfully and with integrity and will not allow any private interest to influence my conduct in public matters;

I will abide by the statutes, bylaws and policies that govern the City and will promote openness, accountability, and responsible leadership; and

I will dedicate myself at all times to acting in the best interests of the residents of the City of Richmond.

(3)

That the option to take the Oath of Allegiance in conjunction with the Oath of Office continue to be provided to incoming Council members.

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NOTE:

See updated Bylaw as per General Purposes Committee Recommendation

Consent

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12.

City Centre Area Transitional Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 8776

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8776) (REDMS No. 3228251)

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See Page GP-41 of the General Purposes agenda for full hardcopy report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the City Centre Area Transitional Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 8776 be introduced and given first, second and third readings and that staff provide public notice in accordance with Sections 94 and 227 of the Community Charter; and

(2)

That staff advise Council in due course about the method used to provide the notice to the owners and as many tenants as possible.

Consent

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13.

APPLICATION BY MOHINDER GILL FOR REZONING AT 7140/7160 BEECHAM ROAD FROM TWO-UNIT DWELLINGS (RD1) TO SINGLE DETACHED (RS2/B)

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8731, RZ 10-544622) (REDMS No.3169195)

PLN-15

See Page PLN-15 of the Planning agenda for full hardcopy report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Bylaw No. 8731, for the rezoning of 7140/7160 Beecham Road from “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” to “Single Detached (RS2/B)”, be introduced and given first reading.

Consent

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14.

APPLICATION BY ZHI YONG CHEN FOR REZONING AT 7980 BROADMOOR BOULEVARD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/E) TO COACH HOUSES (RCH)

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8765, RZ 10-529089) (REDMS No. 3207500)

PLN-31

See Page PLN-31 of the Planning agenda for full hardcopy report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Bylaw No. 8765, for the rezoning of 7980 Broadmoor Boulevard from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Coach Houses (RCH)”, be introduced and given first reading.

Consent

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15.

APPLICATION BY MATTHEW CHENG ARCHITECT INC. FOR REZONING AT 9731 AND 9751 CAMBIE ROAD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/E) TO LOW DENSITY TOWNHOUSES (RTL4)

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8786, RZ 08-422838) (REDMS No. 3162217)

PLN-47

See Page PLN-47 of the Planning agenda for full hardcopy report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Bylaw No. 8768, for the rezoning of 9731 and 9751 Cambie Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Low Density Townhouses (RTL4)”, be introduced and given First Reading.

Consent

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16.

REVISED WATER SHORTAGE RESPONSE PLAN (SPRINKLING RESTRICTIONS) – BYLAW AMENDMENTS

(File Ref. No. 10-6650-09-01) (REDMS No. 3222936)

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See Page PWT-13 of the Public Works & Transportation agenda for full hardcopy report

Designated Speaker: Lloyd Bie

PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Metro Vancouver’s 2011 Water Shortage Response Plan, which includes revised water use restrictions, be endorsed and the following amendment bylaws be introduced and given first, second and third readings:

(1)

Water Use Restriction Bylaw No. 7784, Amendment Bylaw No. 8766;

(2)

Municipal Ticket Information Authorization Bylaw No. 7321, Amendment Bylaw No. 8774; and

(3)

Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 8775.

Consent

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17.

SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT BYLAWS

(File Ref. No. 10-6060-01) (REDMS No. 3191830)

PWT-41

See Page PWT-41 of the Public Works & Transportation agenda for full hardcopy report

PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That Subdivision and Development Bylaw No. 8751 be introduced and given 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd readings; and

(2)

That Works and Services Cost Recovery Bylaw No. 8752 be introduced and given 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd readings.

Consent

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18.

CANADA LINE: PROGRESS REPORT ON OPPORTUNITIES FOR RETAIL OPERATIONS AND LITTER COLLECTION/CLEANING ACTIVITIES

(File Ref. No. 10-6405-01) (REDMS No. 3229016)

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See Page PWT-69 of the Public Works & Transportation agenda for full hardcopy report

PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That:

(1)

an additional personnel complement control position be approved for a permanent litter attendant position for waste and litter removal along No. 3 Road for service in relation to the Canada Line;

(2)

in relation to the potential for retail opportunities at or near Canada Line stations, that staff;

(a)

bring forward for Council’s consideration a report recommending amendment to the Business Licence Bylaw to permit vendors on City owned or controlled property;

(b)

work with Translink to encourage Translink to permit such retail opportunities near Canada Line stations, particularly at Brighouse Station; and

(c)

move forward with a pilot request for proposal for retail activity for locations at the intersection of No. 3 Road and Westminster Highway.

Consent

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19.

AGEING INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING – 2011 UPDATE

(File Ref. No. 10-6060-01) (REDMS No. 3170477)

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See Page PWT-81 of the Public Works & Transportation agenda for full hardcopy report

PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That staff review the report dated June 7, 2011 from the Director, Engineering in conjunction with the Long Term Financial Management Strategy and bring forward recommendations to Finance Committee.

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CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

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GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

	20.	Determining Election Results Where a Tie Vote Exists After a Judicial Recount (File Ref. No. 12-8125-60-01/Vol 01) (REDMS No.3214869, 3218594)
GP-29		See Page GP-29 of the General Purposes agenda for full hardcopy report
		GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION (Opposed: Cllrs. E. Halsey-Brandt and S. Halsey-Brandt)
		*(1)*	*That Civic Election Administration and Procedure Bylaw No. 7244, Amendment Bylaw No. 8770, be introduced and given first, second and third readings;*
		*(2)*	*That a letter be written to the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development and the local MLAs in support of the following legislative amendments:*
			*(a)*	*that in the event of a tie vote following a judicial recount in a municipal election, that a runoff election on a reduced scale be permitted; and*
			*(b)*	*that a runoff election be between only the candidates who received the same number of votes; and*
		*(3)*	*That a resolution on the matter be forwarded to the UBCM consistent with the wording of the letter to be written to the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development and the local MLAs.*

PUBLIC DELEGATIONS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

21.

Motion to resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on non‑agenda items.

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Bill Sorenson, Treasurer, Minoru Seniors Society regarding expansion of the Minoru Seniors Centre Expansion.

22.

Motion to rise and report.

RATIFICATION OF COMMITTEE ACTION

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS

NEW BUSINESS

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

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Zoning & Development Bylaw No. 5300, Amendment Bylaw No. 7866

(9631/9651 No. 4 Road, RZ 04-268666)

Opposed at 1^st Reading – None.