June 9, 2014 - Minutes

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

Acting Corporate Officer – Michelle Jansson

Call to Order:

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

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

R14/11-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on Monday, May 26, 2014 be adopted; and

(2)

the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Brief’ dated Friday, May 23, 2014 receive for information.

CARRIED

PRESENTATIONS

(1)

With the aid of a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office), Mike Redpath, Senior Manager, Parks, accompanied by Yvonne Stich, Park Planner, provided background information, and commented on the proposed Garden City Lands (GCL) Legacy Landscape Plan’s significant public consultation process.

Mr. Redpath and Ms. Stich then presented the proposed Plan and the following information was highlighted:

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the completion of the GCL planning process is a direct response to Council’s Term Goal No. 7.4;

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the GCL is 136.5 acres of unique and diverse land with significant wildlife habitat;

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the GCL is within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and as such, the proposed Plan is based on allowable uses, other than traditional farming, as per the Agricultural Land Commission’s (ALC) requirements;

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the proposed Plan is based on four components: (i) Urban Agriculture, (ii) Natural Environment, (iii) Community Wellness, and (iv) Cultural Landscape; and

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the proposed Plan incorporates seven landscape zones: (i) the Bog, (ii) the Mound, (iii) the Fields, (iv) the Sanctuary, (v) the Wetland, (vi) the Community Hub and Farm Centre, and (vii) the Edges.

Mr. Redpath concluded the presentation by noting that the proposed Plan is a long-term vision for the GCL, and therefore, there will be future opportunities to provide input on how the GCL are shaped.  Also, Mr. Redpath commented on the importance of the on-going relationship with the ALC and anticipated next steps.

In reply to queries from Council, Mr. Redpath and Ms. Stich advised that (i) as the proposed Plan progresses, the term ‘flex field’ will be referred to as ‘meadows and open space,’ (ii) orchard trees are included in the design of the GCL, and (iii) the perimeter trail system, farm management strategy, and hydrology study are anticipated to be submitted as a future capital submission.

Also, Mr. Redpath spoke of discussions with Kwantlen Polytechnic University, and intersection improvements.

(2)

Peter Russell, Senior Manager, Sustainability and District Energy, advised that the Alexandra District Energy Utility (ADEU) has received the 2014 Excellence and Leadership Award from Canadian GeoExchange Coalition.  He stated that projects were evaluated based on originality, innovation, technological advancement, commitment to achieve comfort for occupants and users, as well as other proven community benefits.  He highlighted that this is the sixth award bestowed on the ADEU from provincial, national, and international organizations.

Mr. Russell then presented Mayor Brodie with the 2014 Excellence and Leadership Award from Canadian GeoExchange Coalition.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R14/11-2

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:26 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items.

Item No. 10 – Application by Am-Pri Developments (2012) Ltd. for Rezoning at 9580, 9600, 9620, 9626, 9660 and 9680 Alexandra Road from “Single Detached (RS1/F)” and “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” to “Town Housing (ZT67) - Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)”

Michael Wolfe, 9731 Odlin Road, spoke in opposition to the proposed application, asking that both staff recommendations be rejected.  Mr. Wolfe requested that the minimum 5 metres front yard setback be upheld, and that the subject properties be rezoned as a new natural park zone.  He expressed concern regarding the loss of Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) and the proposed on-site habitat compensation area.  Also, Mr. Wolfe was of the opinion that additional off-street parking spaces were not required due to the proposed development’s proximity to a large retailer.  He spoke of surrounding development, and queried the rationale to permit multi-family but not single-family dwellings in an Aircraft Noise Sensitive Development area.

R14/11-3

4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:36 p.m.).

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

R14/11-4

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 Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Committee meeting held on Tuesday, May 27, 2014;

(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, June 2, 2014;

(3)

the Finance Committee meeting held on Monday, June 2, 2014; and

(4)

the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, June 3, 2014;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Garden City Lands Legacy Landscape Plan
(File Ref. No. 06-2345-20-GCIT1) (REDMS No. 4219968 v. 4, 4169130)

That the Garden City Lands Legacy Landscape Plan as detailed, and attached to the staff report titled “Garden City Lands Legacy Landscape Plan,” dated May 5, 2014, from the Senior Manager, Parks, be endorsed as a guide for future detailed planning and development of the Garden City Lands.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Dog Off Leash Program Update 2014
(File Ref. No. 11-7200-20-DPAR1-01) (REDMS No. 4227416 v.8)

(1)

That the existing temporary fenced dog off leash area at Dover Park be relocated to the McCallan Road Right of Way/Railway Corridor and be designated as a fenced dog off leash area to be reviewed on an annual basis as detailed in the staff report “Dog Off Leash Program Update 2014” from the Senior Manager, Parks dated May 5, 2014;

(2)

That the vacant City-owned lot located at 7300 Elmbridge Way be designated as a fenced dog off leash area as detailed in the staff report “Dog Off Leash Program Update 2014” from the Senior Manager, Parks dated May 5, 2014 and be reviewed on an annual basis;

(3)

That a designated fenced dog off leash area be located on a portion of Garden City Community Park as detailed in the staff report “Dog Off Leash Program Update 2014” from the Senior Manager, Parks dated May 5, 2014 and be reviewed on an annual basis; and

(4)

That a designated fenced dog off leash area be located on a portion of South Arm Community Park as detailed in the staff report “Dog Off Leash Program Update 2014” from the Senior Manager, Parks dated May 5, 2014 and be reviewed on an annual basis.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

Review of Sidewalk Vending Services Pilot Project
(File Ref. No. 10-6360-03-04) (REDMS No. 4168379 v.2)

That a Mobile Vending Program on City-owned or City-controlled property be endorsed as an ongoing City initiative.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

Application by Am-Pri Developments (2012) Ltd. for Rezoning at 9580, 9600, 9620, 9626, 9660 and 9680 Alexandra Road from “Single Detached (RS1/F)” and “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” to “Town Housing (ZT67) - Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)”
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009136, RZ 13-649999) (REDMS No. 4160454 v. 5, 4201558)

That Richmond Zoning 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9136,

(1)

to Amend “Town Housing (ZT67) - Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)” Zone to reduce the minimum front yard setback for 9580, 9600, 9620, 9626, 9660 and 9680 Alexandra Road to 4.5 m; and

(2)

to rezone 9580, 9600, 9620, 9626, 9660 and 9680 Alexandra Road from “Single Detached (RS1/F)” and “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” to “Town Housing (ZT67) - Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)” as amended;

be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

Mayor Brodie announced that Michael Mammone (Architect) has been appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2015.

BYLAW FOR ADOPTION

R14/11-5

It was moved and seconded

That Housing Agreement (8380 Lansdowne Road) Bylaw No. 9051 be adopted.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R14/11-6

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:20 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, June 9, 2014.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Acting Corporate Officer

(Michelle Jansson)