Time:

7:00 p.m.

Place:

Council Chambers

Richmond City Hall

Present:

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie

Councillor Chak Au

Councillor Linda Barnes

Councillor Derek Dang

Councillor Evelina Halsey-Brandt

Councillor Ken Johnston

Councillor Bill McNulty

Councillor Linda McPhail

Councillor Harold Steves

Corporate Officer – David Weber

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:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on Monday, December 19, 2011,

(2)

the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on Monday, December 19, 2011, and

(3)

the minutes of the Regular Council Meetings for Public Hearings held on Tuesday, December 20, 2011, and Monday, January 16, 2012;

each be adopted as circulated, and

That the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Briefs’ dated Friday, December 16, 2011 and Friday, January 13, 2012 be received for information.

CARRIED

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

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It was moved and seconded

That resolutions from the Closed Council meeting of January 23, 2012  relating to “Disposition of 3391 Sexsmith Road and a Portion of Closed Road Adjacent to the Rear of 3391 Sexsmith Road to Pinnacle International Regarding RZ 10-544729” be added to the Council Agenda to be considered in conjunction with Item No. 13.

CARRIED

PRESENTATION

With the aid of a PowerPoint presentation (on file City Clerk’s Office) Keith Liedtke, Chair of the Board of Directors, accompanied by Simon Johnston, Artistic and Executive Director, Gateway Theatre presented the 2010-2011 Annual Report. 

During his presentation, Mr. Liedtke spoke about the success of several programs at Gateway Theatre including the Main Stage Series, Studio Series and the Gateway Academy.  He noted that the Theatre provides a professional scene for plays on the main stage in the studio, and engages local and regional artists in developing new works.  Mr. Liedtke also highlighted several productions, including Great Expectations, The Forbidden Phoenix, Sexy Laundry and Burning In.  He advised that due to a lack of grants, the Theatre suspended its Play Development Program for one year, and spoke about the impact on the writers who normally submit to the Program.  Mr. Liedtke also advised that facility rentals, and overall attendance had decreased at the Theatre. 

In conclusion, Mr. Liedke spoke about sponsorship, partnerships and donations, and thanked the Theatre’s volunteer board for its dedication and support, the Gateway staff for an outstanding job in bringing excellent theatre experiences throughout the year, and the City for its continued support of the performing arts in the community.

Mayor Brodie thanked the delegation for the presentation, and requested that the volunteers and staff of Gateway Theatre be thanked on behalf of the City.

Simon Johnston spoke about the upcoming production, Tempting Providence, noting that the entire production consists of a table, two chairs, a table cloth and five actors.  The play will run for three weeks staring in February 2012. Mr. Johnston also thanked the Theatre and City for 12 wonderful years, and announced his plans to leave the Theatre as of the end of April 2012.

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 (7:12 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items:

Item No. 7 – Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project Environmental Assessment Update

John Roston, 12262 Ewen Avenue, member of the Vancouver Airport Pipeline Opposition for Richmond (VAPOR) spoke in opposition to the Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation (VAFFC) proposal that would result in tankers in the Fraser River.  He encouraged the City to take a strong political and environmental stance regarding the matter, and suggested a publicity campaign aimed at the Minister of Environment and the Premier.  Mr. Roston also spoke about the decline in passenger loads at YVR since 2008, and questioned the VAFFC’s rationale in predicting future needs for jet fuel.  Mr. Roston’s submission is attached as Schedule 1 and forms part of these minutes. 

Item No. 7 – Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project Environmental Assessment Update

Otter Langer and Barbara Huisman, members of VAPOR, congratulated the City for sending letters about the City’s opposition to the Proposal, and expressed agreement with the previous speaker’s thoughts on a publicity campaign, stating that organization of a higher level of protest was needed. 

Mr. Langer submitted copies of several letters that have been sent by VAPOR to various stakeholders and government officials, attached as Schedule 2, and forming part of these minutes.  Mr. Langer also submitted a 5500 name petition on a CD, as well as a DVD from VAPOR entitled Jet Fuel Proposal Video, (both the CD and DVD are on file, City Clerk’s Office).

The delegation also stated that the City’s position on “no new pipelines” may limit the City with regards to options, and expressed concerns about how the VAFFC has ignored the City’s concerns related to fire safety, and the difficulties associated with getting media coverage outside of Richmond on the matter. 

Item No. 7 – Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project Environmental Assessment Update

Carol Day, 11631 Seahurst Road, Chair, VAPOR, thanked City Council for its support regarding the VAFFC Proposal, and asked if the City was in a position to insist that Environment Canada conduct a more thorough technical and scientific study on the proposed Project.  Ms. Day also asked Council to clarify its position on the Cherry Point option for the pipeline, and expressed concerns that VAPOR had not been advised by City staff that the matter was on the Council agenda, as she learned of it in the local newspaper.  Ms. Day’s submission is attached as Schedule 3, and forms part of these minutes.

A discussion ensued amongst members of Council and City staff about the alternative option of an extended pipeline from Cherry Point.  Staff advised that this option was not on the table for the VAFFC to consider at this time, and since the City does not have jurisdiction over the pipeline or the Environmental Assessment (EA) process, the City can only continue to insist that the VAFFC put forward such an option, but it cannot compel the VAFFC to do so. 

Discussion also took place about the complications related to the Cherry Point option, including cross-border jurisdiction, and the requirement of a Presidential permit.  It was also noted that such an option would result in a longer pipeline, which would cross more communities and many streams which would raise further environmental concerns.

Staff further advised that the Cherry Point option was initially considered a viable option, however it was taken off the table prior to the start of the VAFFC process, and that Environment Canada has stated that further environmental study and assessment would require financial assistance from the VAFFC.

Item No. 7 – Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project Environmental Assessment Update; Item No. 15 – Farm Based Wineries – Possible Options for Zoning Regulation; Item No. 25 Application by Sanford Design Group for Agricultural Land Reserve Non Farm Use at 16880 Westminster Highway (Lulu Island Winery); Item No. 26 – Truck Parking on Properties on River Road East of No. 6 Road; Item No. 12 – Application by 0754999 BC Ltd. for Rezoning at 8800, 8820, 8840, 8880, 8900, 8920, 8940 and 8960 Patterson Road and 3240, 3260, 3280, 3320 and 3340 Sexsmith Road from Single Detached (RS1/F) to High Rise Apartment and Artist Residential Tenancy Studio Units (ZHR10) – Capstan Village (City Centre); and Item No. 13 – Application by Pinnacle International (Richmond) Plaza Inc. for Rezoning at 3391 and 3411 Sexsmith Road from “Single Detached (RS1/F)”, together with a Portion of Unopened City Lane on the North Side of Capstan Way between Sexsmith Road and No. 3 Road, to “Residential/Limited Commercial (RCL4)”

Michael Wolfe, 9731 Odlin Road, spoke to Item No. 7, and stated his belief that the City of Richmond should continue to oppose the Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery (VAFD) Project, and discontinue its participation in the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) process.

With regard to Item No. 15, Mr. Wolfe spoke in support of option two in the related report with some modifications, to include size limits to 750m², as well as limits on retail space. 

In speaking to Item No. 25, Mr. Wolfe stated that farmland is in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and is for food production.  He expressed disagreement with making land use changes and recommendations to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC), and suggested that the land should be used for some existing non-farm uses such as road side stands for produce, farm education, or a seed lending library rather than the proposal which would result in the land being used as a banquet hall. 

With regard to Item No. 26, Mr. Wolfe stated that he agreed with option two in the related staff report to rescind the short-term action plan to prevent further rezoning.  He also expressed his belief that the 2041 Official Community Plan (OCP) update requires a change related to the Metro Vancouver Industrial designation. 

In speaking to Item Nos. 12 and 13, related to the Capstan Village, Mr. Wolfe stated that the density bonuses will make the region unsustainable, and that the proposed recommendation commits the City to a less liveable community in the long-term.  He also expressed concerns about the number of trees that would be cut down as part of the proposed development, and made reference to a letter from the Chair of the School Board regarding the School Board’s inability to accommodate increased number of students.

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4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:55 p.m.).

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

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5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items 6 through 24 be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, January 16, 2012;

(2)

the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, January 17, 2012;

(3)

the Public Works & Transportation Committee meeting held on Wednesday, January 18, 2012; and

(4)

the Council/School Board Liaison Committee meeting held on Wednesday, January 18, 2012;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project – Environmental Assessment Update

(File Ref. No.10-6600-06-01) (REDMS No. 3437242, 3426280, 3362233)

(1)

That having reviewed the Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery (VAFD) proposed Highway 99 Addendum pipeline route option, the City reiterate its position by stating that City Council continues to be opposed to the transportation of jet fuel on any arm of the Fraser River, and continues to support the expansion and upgrading of the existing Kinder Morgan Pipeline;

(2)

That the City continue to participate in the EAO and Oil and Gas Commission processes;

(3)

That the City engage with the provincial Ministry of Transportation on the review of issues related to the Highway 99 route proposal;

(4)

That letters be sent to Port Metro Vancouver requesting a meeting regarding the dangers related to tanker traffic on the Fraser River as well as the offloading and storage of jet fuel;

(5)

That staff be directed to enable correspondence reflecting citizen opinion, including mail and emails received, to be forwarded to the VAFFC, BCEAO, the Provincial Minister of Environment, and Port Metro Vancouver; and

(6)

That the Federal Minister of the Environment be advised that the City of Richmond insists that an environmental assessment be conducted by the federal government.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Richmond Olympic Oval – Legacy Conversion Update

(File Ref. No. 06-2050-20-ROO/Vol 01) (REDMS No. 3451494)

That the adjustment of the remaining legacy conversion projects and funding as outlined in the staff report entitled “Richmond Olympic Oval – Legacy Conversion Update” dated January 13, 2012, by the Director, Project Development, be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

APPLICATION BY HARPREET JOHAL FOR A REZONING AT 10131 BRIDGEPORT ROAD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/D) TO COACH HOUSES (RCH)

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8836, XR: 08-4430-00, RZ 11-578325) (REDMS No. 3406432, 3409413, 280247, 3370153, 3260545)

(1)

That the following recommendation be forwarded to Public Hearing:

(a)

Single-Family Lot Size Policy 5448 for the area bounded by Bridgeport Road on the south, River Drive on the north, Shell Road on the east and No. 4 Road on the west (Section 23-5-6), adopted by Council on September 16, 1991, be amended to permit:

(b)

Properties along Bridgeport Road between No. 4 Road and McKessock Avenue to rezone and subdivide in accordance with the provisions of Compact Single Detached (RC2) or Coach Houses (RCH) provided there is lane access (as shown on Attachment 3 to the report dated November 15, 2011 from the Director of Development); and

(2)

That Bylaw No. 8836, for the rezoning of 10131 Bridgeport Road from "Single Detached (RS1/D)" to "Coach Houses (RCH)", be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

APPLICATION BY RUMI MISTRY FOR REZONING AT 10380 WILLIAMS ROAD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/E) TO COMPACT SINGLE DETACHED (RC2)

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8850, RZ 11-591646) (REDMS No. 3418237, 3419961)

That Bylaw No.8850, for the rezoning of 10380 Williams Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Compact Single Detached (RC2)”, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

11.

APPLICATION BY RANJIT POONI FOR REZONING AT 9271 FRANCIS ROAD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/C) TO COMPACT SINGLE DETACHED (RC2)

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8851, RZ 11-581922) (REDMS No. 3420594, 3430590)

That Bylaw No.8851, for the rezoning of 9271 Francis Road from “Single Detached (RS1/C)” to “Compact Single Detached (RC2)”, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

12.

APPLICATION BY 0754999 BC LTD. FOR REZONING AT 8800, 8820, 8840, 8880, 8900, 8920, 8940 AND 8960 PATTERSON ROAD AND 3240, 3260, 3280, 3320 AND 3340 SEXSMITH ROAD FROM SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/F) TO HIGH RISE APARTMENT AND ARTIST RESIDENTIAL TENANCY STUDIO UNITS (ZHR10) – CAPSTAN VILLAGE (CITY CENTRE)

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8837/8838/8839/8840, RZ 06-349722) (REDMS No. 3433683, 3412510, 3412533, 3427268, 3428931, 3428196)

(1)

That Bylaw No. 8837, to amend the Richmond Official Community Plan, Schedule 2.10 (City Centre), to facilitate the implementation of a funding strategy for the construction of the future Capstan Canada Line station, by:

(a)

Inserting in Section 4.0, density bonus policy applicable to developments that voluntarily contribute funds towards the construction of the Capstan Canada Line station and provide additional park, together with a definition for Capstan Station Bonus in Appendix 1;

(b)

Inserting the Overlay Boundary – Capstan Station Bonus Map (2031) and inserting the Capstan Station Bonus Map boundary in the Generalized Land Use Map (2031), Specific Land Use Map: Capstan Village (2031), and reference maps throughout the Plan; and

(c)

Making related Plan amendments providing for rezoning to proceed in Capstan Village on the basis of the Capstan Station Bonus density bonus policy;

be introduced and given first reading.

(2)

That Bylaw No. 8838, to amend the Richmond Official Community Plan, as amended by Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 8837, to facilitate the construction of multiple-family residential and related uses on the subject site, by:

(a)

In Schedule 1, amending the existing land use designation in Attachment 1 (Generalized Land Use Map) to relocate “Public and Open Space Use” in respect to the subject site; and

(b)

In Schedule 2.10 (City Centre), amending the existing land use designation in the Generalized Land Use Map (2031), Specific Land Use Map: Capstan Village (2031), and reference maps throughout the Plan to relocate park within the block bounded by Sexsmith Road, Sea Island Way, Garden City Road, and Capstan Way and designate the subject site as “Institution”, together with related minor map and text amendments;

be introduced and given first reading.

(3)

That Bylaw No. 8837 and Bylaw No. 8838, having been considered in conjunction with:        

(a)

the City’s Financial Plan and Capital Program; and

(b)

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

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

(4)

That Bylaw No. 8837 and Bylaw No. 8838, having been considered in accordance with OCP Bylaw Preparation Consultation Policy 5043, be referred to the:

(a)

Vancouver International Airport Authority; and

(b)

Board of Education, School District No. 38 (Richmond);

(5)

That Bylaw No. 8839, to amend the Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, to facilitate the implementation of a funding strategy for the construction of the future Capstan Canada Line station, by:

(a)

Inserting Section 5.19, Capstan Station Specific Use Regulations, in respect to developer contributions to the Capstan station reserve, and related text amendments; and

(b)

Inserting “RCL4” and “RCL5” in the “Residential/Limited Commercial (RCL)” zone to provide for a density bonus that would be used for rezoning applications in the Capstan Station Bonus Map area designated by the City Centre Area Plan to achieve City objectives in respect to the Capstan Canada Line station;

be introduced and given first reading.

(6)

That Bylaw No. 8840, to amend the Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500 as amended by Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 8839, to create “High Rise Apartment and Artist Residential Tenancy Studio Units (ZHR10) – Capstan Village (City Centre)” and for the rezoning of 8800, 8820, 8840, 8880, 8900, 8920, 8940, and 8960 Patterson Road and 3240, 3260, 3280, 3320, and 3340 Sexsmith Road from “Single Detached (RS1/F)” to “High Rise Apartment and Artist Residential Tenancy Studio Units (ZHR10) – Capstan Village (City Centre)”, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

13.

APPLICATION BY PINNACLE INTERNATIONAL (RICHMOND) PLAZA INC. FOR REZONING AT 3391 AND 3411 SEXSMITH ROAD FROM “SINGLE DETACHED (RS1/F)”, TOGETHER WITH A PORTION OF UNOPENED CITY LANE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CAPSTAN WAY BETWEEN SEXSMITH ROAD AND NO. 3 ROAD, TO “RESIDENTIAL/LIMITED COMMERCIAL (RCL4)”

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8841/8842 RZ No. 10-544729 No.3414179, 3412538, 3408434)

(1)

That Bylaw No. 8841, to amend the Richmond Official Community Plan, as amended by Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 8837, to facilitate the construction of multiple-family residential and related uses on the subject site, by:

(a)

In Schedule 1, amending the existing land use designation in Attachment 1 (Generalized Land Use Map) to relocate “Public and Open Space Use” in the area bounded by Capstan Way, No. 3 Road, Sea Island Way, and Sexsmith Road; and

(b)

In Schedule 2.10 (City Centre), amending the existing land use designation in the Generalized Land Use Map (2031), Specific Land Use Map: Capstan Village (2031), and reference maps throughout the Plan to relocate areas designated for park and road purposes within the block bounded by Capstan Way, No. 3 Road, Sea Island Way, and Sexsmith Road, together with related minor map and text amendments;

be introduced and given first reading.

(2)

That Bylaw No. 8841, having been considered in conjunction with:

(a)

the City’s Financial Plan and Capital Program; and

(b)

the Greater 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)

That Bylaw No. 8841, having been considered in accordance with OCP Bylaw Preparation Consultation Policy 5043, be referred to the:

(a)

Vancouver International Airport Authority; and

(b)

Board of Education, School District No. 38 (Richmond);

for comment on or before Public Hearing on February 20, 2012 on OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 8841.

(4)

That Bylaw No. 8842, to rezone 3391 and 3411 Sexsmith Road from “Single Detached (RS1/F)”, together with a portion of unopened City lane on the north side of Capstan Way between Sexsmith Road and No. 3 Road, to “Residential/Limited Commercial (RCL4)”, as amended by Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 8839, be introduced and given first reading.

(5)

That Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw 8845 (Portion of Road Adjacent to 3391 Sexsmith Road) be introduced and given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings;

(6)

That the required notice of road closure and disposition of the closed road be advertised prior to final adoption;

(7)

That staff be authorized to file a certifying statement executed by the Corporate Officer at Land Title Office cancelling the right of resumption in the closed road pursuant to the Resumption of Highways Regulation;

(8)

That staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to raise title to the closed road portion and transfer such area of ±2,702 square feet (±251 square metres) to Pinnacle International (Richmond) Plaza Inc. or their designate (“Pinnacle”) for $350,000;

(9)

That the sale of 3391 Sexsmith Road of ±22,238 square feet (±2,066 square metres) to Pinnacle for $2,890,000 be approved; and

(10)

That staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to complete all matters detailed herein including authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Business and Financial Services to negotiate and execute all documentation required to effect the transactions, including executing all required Land Title Office documentation.”

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

14.

APPLICATION BY ORIS DEVELOPMENT (KAWAKI) CORP. FOR AN OCP AMENDMENT TO LONDON/PRINCESS SUB AREA PLAN AND FOR REZONING AT 6160 LONDON ROAD AND 13100, 13120, 13140, 13160 AND 13200 NO. 2 ROAD FROM "LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (IL)” TO “COMMERCIAL/MIXED USE (ZMU20) – LONDON LANDING (STEVESTON)” AND “SCHOOL & INSTITUTIONAL (SI)”

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8817/8818, RZ 09-466062) (REDMS No. 3448508, 3300784, 3248548, 3450092)

(1)

That Bylaw No. 8817, to redesignate 13100, 13120 and 3140 No. 2 Road from “Use to be Determined” and “Public Open Space” to “Mixed-Use”, and to redesignate the southern portion of 6160 London Road from “Mixed-Use” to “Public Open Space” in the London/Princess Land Use Map in Schedule 2.4 of the Official Community Plan Bylaw 7100 (Steveston Area Plan), be introduced and given first reading; 

(2)

That Bylaw No. 8817, having been considered in conjunction with:

(a)

the City’s Financial Plan and Capital Program; and

(b)

the Greater 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)

That Bylaw No. 8817, having been considered in accordance with OCP Bylaw Preparation Consultation Policy 5043, is hereby deemed not to require further consultation;

(4)

That Bylaw No. 8818, to create “Commercial/Mixed-Use (ZMU20) – London Landing (Steveston)” and for the rezoning of 13100, 13120 and 13140 No. 2 Road and the northern portion of 6160 London Road, from "Light Industrial (IL)” to“Commercial/Mixed Use (ZMU20) – London Landing (Steveston)”, and for the rezoning of 13160, 13200 No. 2 Road and southern portion of 6160 London Road from "Light Industrial (IL)” to “School & Institutional (SI)” be introduced and given first reading; and

(5)

That staff be directed to take the required steps to redesignate that portion of FREMP Management Unit II-29 approximately between the western property boundary of 6240 Dyke Road and the western boundary of No. 2 Road within the FREMP-Richmond Area Designation Agreement from "Icw" (Industrial-Conservation-Water Oriented Residential/Commercial) to "Rcw"(Recreation/Park-Conservation-Water Oriented Residential/Commercial); and.

(6)

That the net funds from the land transactions be transferred to an account which would be specifically intended for Arts, Culture and Heritage capital purposes. 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

15.

FARM BASED WINERIES – POSSIBLE OPTIONS FOR ZONING REGULATION

(File Ref. No. XR: 08-4430-03-08; 12-8060-20-8860) (REDMS No. 3434333, 3434382)

That Bylaw No. 8860, to amend the definition of “farm-based winery” and to include specific use regulations limiting their size, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

16.

HAMILTON AREA PLAN – COMMITTEE UPDATE #1 – CLARIFIED TERMS OF REFERENCE, WORK PLAN AND TIMELINE

(File Ref. No. 08-4045-20-14) (REDMS No. 3438210, 3440040)

That the staff report dated January 4, 2012 from the General Manager, Planning and Development, entitled: “Hamilton Area Plan – Committee Update #1 – Clarified Terms of Reference, Work Plan and Timeline” be approved to guide the Hamilton Area Plan Update process.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

17.

RICHMOND COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2011 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2012 WORK PROGRAM

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-RCSA1-01) (REDMS No. 3433597)

That, as per the General Manager of Community Services’ report dated December 16, 2011, entitled “Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee 2011 Annual Report and 2012 Work Program”, the Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee’s 2011 Work Program be approved, with thanks.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

18.

CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2011 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2012 WORK PROGRAM

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-CCDE1-01) (REDMS No. 3428025, 3426324)

That, as per the General Manager of Community Services’ report dated December 13, 2011, “Child Care Development Advisory Committee: 2011 Annual Report and 2012 Work Program”, the Child Care Development Advisory Committee 2012 Work Program be approved, with thanks.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

19.

RICHMOND SENIORS ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2011 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2012 WORK PROGRAM

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-SADV1-01) (REDMS No. 3430457, 3398481)

That, as per the General Manager of Community Services report dated December 13, 2011,  “Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee 2011 Annual Report and 2012 Work Program”, the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee’s 2012 Work Program be approved, with thanks.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

20.

2011 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2012 WORK PROGRAM: RICHMOND INTERCULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-RIAD1-01) (REDMS No. 3418924, 3392816)

That, as per the General Manager, Community Services report dated January 3, 2012 entitled “2011 Annual Report and 2012 Work Program: Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee”, the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee 2011 Annual Report and 2012 Work Program (Attachment 1) be approved, with thanks.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

21.

FUEL PURCHASES AGREEMENT – BC PETROLEUM PRODUCTS BUYING GROUP

(File Ref. No. 03-1000-02-055) (REDMS No. 3424005)

(1)

That the City participate in the BC Petroleum Products Buying Group fuel purchases contract with Chevron Canada Ltd., commencing December 14, 2011 for a three-year period, with the option to renew for two additional one year periods, to a maximum of five years; and

(2)

That staff review the School District’s policy on biofuels and report back on the feasibility of a similar policy for the City of Richmond.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

22.

ADVANCE CAPITAL BUDGET APPROVAL – 2012 LULU WEST WATERWORKS AREA (WILLIAMS ROAD)

(File Ref. No. 10-6050-01, XR: 10-6340-20-P.11404) (REDMS No. 3438433)

That 2012 Capital Project Submission 4719 (Lulu West Waterworks Area) as detailed in Attachment 1 of the staff report dated January 5, 2012 from the Director, Engineering be approved for expenditure and commencement of work.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

23.

RICHMOND COMMUNITY CYCLING COMMITTEE – PROPOSED 2012 INITIATIVES

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-RCYC1/2012) (REDMS No. 3414787)

(1)

That the proposed 2012 initiatives of the Richmond Community Cycling Committee regarding cycling-related engineering and education activities, as described in the report from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed , with thanks;

(2)

That a copy of the report from the Director, Transportation entitled “Richmond Community Cycling Committee - Proposed 2012 Initiatives” be provided to the Council School Board Liaison Committee and Vancouver Coastal Health for information; and

(3)

That staff examine the possibility of expanding the Richmond Community Cycling Committee beyond bicycling.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

24.

TRAFFIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE – PROPOSED 2012 INITIATIVES

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-TSAD1-01) (REDMS No. 3410268)

(1)

That the proposed 2012 initiatives for the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee, as outlined in the report from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed, with thanks; and

(2)

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

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

PLANNING COMMITTEE –
Councillor Bill McNulty, Chair

25.

APPLICATION BY SANFORD DESIGN GROUP FOR AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE NON FARM USE AT 16880 WESTMINSTER HIGHWAY (LULU ISLAND WINERY)

(File Ref. No.; AG 11-579881) (REDMS No. 3434363)

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It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

authorization for Sanford Design Group, on behalf of Lulu Island Winery, to apply to the Agricultural Land Commission for a non-farm use for the purposes of developing a food and beverage service lounge as an accessory use to the existing farm-based winery facility at 16880 Westminster Highway be granted;

(2)

Richmond City Council recommend to the Agricultural Land Commission for the registration of a legal agreement on title that prohibits use of the proposed accessory food and beverage service lounge and existing farm-based winery facility as a banquet hall or stand-alone event hosting venue as part of the Agricultural Land Commission’s review of the non-farm use application; and

(3)

Lulu Island Winery undertake consultation with neighbouring properties regarding the food and beverage service lounge proposal and the findings be reported out to Richmond City Council prior to advancing the non-farm use application to the Agricultural Land Commission.

CARRIED

OPPOSED: Cllr. Steves

26.

TRUCK PARKING ON PROPERTIES ON RIVER ROAD EAST OF NO. 6 ROAD

(File Ref. No. 08-4040-01) (REDMS No. 3434401, 2303774, 1999636)

R12/1-7

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the “Interim Truck Parking Action Plan” (Interim Action Plan), as amended by Council in February 2008, be continued until the end of 2012 to allow for consideration of further rezoning applications for commercial vehicle parking and storage within the plan area in the 16000 Block of River Road;

(2)

a daily traffic count be undertaken over two (2) one-week periods on No. 7 Road (between Bridgeport Road and River Road) and on River Road (East of Nelson Road) in 2012 either by the City or by future applicants’ consultants, to the satisfaction of City staff, as part of rezoning applications that facilitate commercial vehicle parking and storage within the Plan Area;

(3)

staff report back to Planning Committee with an update on such daily traffic count trends by the end of 2012 to consider the option of amending the Interim Action Plan to allow only commercial outdoor storage and not commercial vehicle parking in the short term, depending upon the City’s review of traffic counts in 2012;

(4)

the existing 1999 OCP “Business and Industry” designation and policies allowing for a range of long-term intensive industrial uses for the 16000 block of River Road as well as the agri-industrial uses set out in the Long-Term Action Plan be considered for inclusion in the proposed, updated OCP; and

(5)

the City send a letter to Port Metro Vancouver regarding the shortage of truck parking in the City of Richmond, inquiring about opportunities for truck parking on Port land.

CARRIED

OPPOSED: Cllrs. Steves

COUNCIL/SCHOOL BOARD LIAISON COMMITTEE –
Councillor Linda Barnes, Chair

27.

RICHMOND EARTH DAY YOUTH SUMMIT 2012 (READY SUMMIT)
(File Ref. No. 11-7400-20-EART1) (REDMS No. 3445519, 3445521)

R12/1-8

It was moved and seconded

That the City endorse and continue working with the Board of Education for the development of the Richmond Earth Day Youth Summit 2012 (REaDY Summit) program.

CARRIED

28.

NEIGHBOURHOOD LEARNING CENTRE STAFFING AND POLICY
(File Ref. No. 0100-20-CSBL1-01) (REDMS No.)

R12/1-9

It was moved and seconded

That City staff work with School Board staff on ideas for the operation of the Neighbourhood Learning Centre.

CARRIED

29.

LONG RANGE FACILITIES PLAN

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-CSBL1-01) (REDMS No.)

R12/1-10

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the Steveston Secondary lands issue be referred to the Planning Committee; and

(2)

That the Richmond School District Long-Range Facilities Plan be referred to the Planning Committee.

CARRIED

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENTS TO ADVISORY COMMITTEES

·   

Richmond Economic Advisory Committee

Two-year term:

·         

Michael Priest;

·         

Parm Sandhu;

·         

Kristi Searle;

·         

Tom Corsie;

·         

Debbi-Jo Matias;

·         

Bruce Rozenhart; and

·         

Ray Segat; and

Sheila Luft is appointed as EAC Chair for the year 2012.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF ROAD NAMING

Road Naming

That the name “Pearson Way” be selected for the new road located in Sections 5 and 6, Block 4 North, Range 6 West (as requested by the owners, Oval 8 Holdings Ltd.).

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R12/1-11

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Vehicle for Hire Regulation Bylaw No. 6900, Amendment Bylaw No. 8801

Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 8802

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 8699

(7900 Bennett Road, RZ 10-521539)

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R12/1-12

30.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 and Wednesday, January 11, 2012, and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on January 11, 2012, November 30, 2011, July 27, 2011, and July 13, 2011, be received for information; and

(2)

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

(a)

a Development Permit (DP 10-545704) for the property at 7900 Bennett Road; and

(b)

a Development Permit (DP 10-538908) for the property at 8851 Heather Street;

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R12/1-13

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (9:41 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, January 23, 2012.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)