January 26, 2015 - Minutes

Place:

Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall

Present:

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie
Councillor Chak Au
Councillor Derek Dang
Councillor Carol Day
Councillor Ken Johnston
Councillor Alexa Loo
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

R15/2-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on Monday, January 12, 2015, be adopted as circulated;

(2)

the minutes of the Special Council meeting held on Monday, January 5, 2015, be adopted as circulated; and

(3)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on Monday, January 19, 2015, be adopted as circulated;

CARRIED

PRESENTATION

With the aid of a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office), Susan Ness, Chair, Gateway Theatre Society Board, presented the Gateway Theatre Annual Report 2013/2014 and the following information was noted:

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Gateway Theatre’s operations are driven by its mission statement and its mission is implemented through its programs: Live Professional Theatre and Community Connections;

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the launch of the Gateway to the Pacific Festival in the summer saw phase one of Gateway 2028 (the Theatre’s strategic direction for the upcoming 15 years) carried out; and

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main stage productions included (i) The Highest Step in the World, (ii) The King and I, (iii) Art, and (iv) The Grandkid; and

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studio series productions included Crash and Dreary and Izzy.

Ms. Ness spoke of the Theatre’s role in the community and advised that various workshops in support of Canadian stories were held.  She commented on the Gateway Academy for the Performing Arts, noting that it ran a diversity of classes with students performing on professional stages.  Also, the scholarship program celebrated the efforts of five students who exemplify the Academy’s core values: courage, creativity and company work.

Ms. Ness then spoke on the use of the Theatre for various events and expressed her gratitude to the Theatre’s team of 120 volunteers.

Ms. Ness concluded by thanking the Theatres partners and Richmond City Council for their continued support.

In response to queries from Council, Suzanne Haines, General Manager, Gateway Theatre, provided the following information:

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the Academy for the Performing Arts saw a significant increase in the number of students;

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the majority of the Theatre’s revenue is generated from the Signature Series, followed by revenue from the Academy for the Performing Arts; and

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two storage pods are utilized to store props and set pieces that are anticipated to be of value for future productions.

Mayor Brodie thanked all the members of the Gateway Theatre Society Board, and the Theatre’s volunteers for all their efforts.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R15/2-2

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:15 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items.

Item No. 9 – Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project

Michael Wolfe, 9731 Odlin Road, raised concern with regard to the Corporation of Delta’s letter dated December 11, 2014 as it relates to the statement regarding the potential for the development of inland ports to alleviate traffic congestions problems.

Item No. 12 – Alexandra District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 8641, Amendment Bylaw No. 9205

Mr. Wolfe referenced the rate for large format retail buildings (identified as Area A of the Alexandra District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 8641) and was of the opinion that a higher capacity charge be implemented for such buildings, such as a Walmart store.  He requested that Council defer approval of the proposed bylaw amendment until the detailed design of the air source heat pump technology system is complete.

Item No. 13 – 2014 Report from City Citizen Representatives to the Vancouver International Airport Aeronautical Noise Management Committee (YVR ANMC)

Mr. Wolfe noted that the staff report indicates an increase in the number of noise concerns and complaints and was of the opinion that this information should be relayed to the media.  Also, Mr. Wolfe expressed concern with regard to continued densification under flight paths.

Items No. 23 & 24 – Application by Hi-Aim Builders Ltd. for Rezoning at 7100 No. 2 Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) to Compact Single Detached (RC2) & Application by Evernu Developments Inc. for Rezoning at 9751 Steveston Highway and 10831 Southridge Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) and Single Detached (RS1/B) to Compact Single Detached (RC2)

Mr. Wolfe expressed concern regarding the removal of trees from each of the proposed developments.  He commented on the removal of trees from lots neighbouring proposed developments, and was of the opinion that such action sets precedent.

Item No. 23 – Application by Hi-Aim Builders Ltd. for Rezoning at 7100 No. 2 Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) to Compact Single Detached (RC2)

Juan Miguez, 6011 Comstock Road, expressed concern regarding the proposed development as it relates to compliance with the zoning regulations and in particular setbacks.  Also, Mr. Miguez noted that 26 trees are expected to be removed to accommodate the proposed development, however only six are anticipated to be replanted.

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4.

It was moved and seconded

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

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

R15/2-4

5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items No. 6 through No. 22 be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on Tuesday, January 13, 2015;

(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on Monday, January 19, 2015;

(3)

the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, January 20, 2015;

(4)

the Public Works & Transportation Committee meeting held on Wednesday, January 21, 2015;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Richmond RCMP’s Drug Awareness Resistance Education (D.A.R.E) Program
(File Ref. No. 09-5175-01) (REDMS No. 4359558 v. 2)

(1)

That the report titled Richmond RCMP’s Drug Awareness Resistance Education (D.A.R.E) dated November 27, 2014, from the Officer in Charge, Richmond RCMP, be received for information; and

(2)

That the report titled Richmond RCMP’s Drug Awareness Resistance Education (D.A.R.E) be provided to the Council/School Board Liaison Committee for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Auxiliary Constable Policy Changes
(File Ref. No. 09-5350-01) (REDMS No. 4460347 v. 4)

That:

(1)

the Commissioner of the RCMP be requested to reconsider the recent policy change in relation to the level of supervision of the auxiliary constables;

(2)

the Federal Minister of Justice be advised of the City’s request for such reconsideration;

(3)

the Local Government Contract Management Committee be requested to address the policy change;

(4)

staff continue to report on the impact of the policy change in relation to the auxiliary program; and

(5)

letters be sent to the Richmond MPs, MLAs, and to the Minister of Justice.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
(File Ref. No. 10-6125-30-004, Xr: 01-0140-20-PMVA1) (REDMS No.)

That the City of Richmond write a letter of support for the Corporation of Delta regarding the environmental assessment of the RBT2 project to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency, with copies  to the provincial Minister of the Environment, the Corporation of Delta, Port Metro Vancouver, the BC Environmental Assessment Office, Transport Canada, and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Village of Ashcroft and the City of Kamloops and that Richmond ask the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency for a full assessment of the broader community and environmental impacts associated with the traffic impacts of the project.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

District of Hudson’s Hope – Proposed Site C Dam Project
(File Ref. No. 01-0155-20-01, Xr: 01-0150-20-EMPR1) (REDMS No. 4490326)

That the City write a letter to the Province of BC requesting a moratorium on the construction and development of Site C until the end of 2015, and that the proposed project be referred to the BC Utilities Commission for review and consultation.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

11.

IPC Restaurant Ltd., doing business as ABC HK Cafe Unit 2792 - 4151 Hazelbridge Way
(File Ref. No. 12-8275-30-056) (REDMS No. 4463419)

That the application from IPC Restaurant Ltd., doing business as ABC HK Café, for an amendment to add a patron participation endorsement under Food Primary Licence No. 304643, in order to offer entertainment in the form of dancing, karaoke and live musicians, be supported and that a letter be sent to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that:

(1)

Council supports the amendment of an endorsement for patron participation as the issuance will not pose a significant impact on the community;

(2)

Council comments on the prescribed criteria (set out in Section 53 of the Liquor Control and Licensing Regulations) are as follows:

(a)

the potential for additional noise and traffic in the area was considered;

(b)

the impact on the community was assessed through a community consultation process; and

(c)

given that there has been no history of non-compliance with the operation, the amendment to permit patron participation under the Food Primary Licence should not change the establishment so that it is operated in a manner that is contrary to its primary purpose as a food establishment;

(3)

as the operation of a licenced establishment may affect nearby residents the City gathered the view of residents as follows:

(a)

property owners and businesses within a 50 metre radius of the subject property were contacted by letter detailing the application, providing instructions on how community comments or concerns could be submitted; and

(b)

signage was posted at the subject property and three public notices were published in a local newspaper.  The signage and notice provided information on the application and instructions on how community comments or concerns could be submitted; and

(4)

Council’s comments and recommendations respecting the views of the residents are as follows:

(a)

that based on the number of letters sent and the lack of response received from all public notifications, Council considers that the amendments are acceptable to the majority of the residents in the area and the community.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

12.

Alexandra District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 8641, Amendment Bylaw No. 9205
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009205) (REDMS No. 4462640 v. 7, 4465174)

That the Alexandra District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 8641, Amendment Bylaw No. 9205 be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

13.

2014 Report from City Citizen Representatives to the Vancouver International Airport Aeronautical Noise Management Committee (YVR ANMC)
(File Ref. No. 01-0153-04-01) (REDMS No. 4398243 v. 5, 4355388)

(1)

That the Vancouver Airport Authority be requested to explore the feasibility of publicizing and providing training in multiple languages for Richmond residents in the use of WebTrak to register airport noise complaints as per the recommendation of the City’s citizen representatives to the YVR ANMC outlined in Attachment 1 of the staff report titled 2014 Report from City Citizen Representatives to the Vancouver International Airport Aeronautical Noise Management Committee (YVR ANMC) dated December 16, 2014 from the Director, Transportation; and

(2)

That staff be directed to provide a status update on the above recommendation as part of the annual reporting process in 2015.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

14.

Richmond Sports Wall of Honour Selection Criteria
(File Ref. No. 11-7000-10-00-01, Xr: 01-0100-30-RSWA1-01) (REDMS No. 4475728, 4475647, 4389583)

That the Richmond Sports Wall of Honour Selection Criteria as listed on Attachment 1 of the staff memorandum dated January 8, 2015 titled Richmond Sports Wall of Honour Nominating Committee be endorsed.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

15.

Application by Nanaksar Gurdwara Gursikh Temple for Rezoning at 18691 Westminster Highway from Agriculture (AG1) to Assembly (ASY)
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009044; RZ 02-208277) (REDMS No. 4477211, 4486909)

(1)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9044, for the rezoning of a portion of 18691 Westminster Highway from “Agriculture (AG1)” to “Assembly (ASY)”, be introduced and given first reading;

(2)

That the requirement for a no build/development legal agreement identified in Council’s May 14, 2001 resolution in relation to Agricultural Land Reserve non-farm use application (AG 00-175102), be removed; and

(3)

That the ALR application (AG 14-668409) by the Nanaksar Gurdwara Gursikh Temple for a non-farm use for the 5 acre (2 ha) south portion of 18791 Westminster Highway to allow for the existing agricultural parking and staging area to also be utilized for temple special event and overflow parking be endorsed and forwarded to the Agricultural Land Commission.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

16.

Application by Peter Yee for Rezoning at 8151/8171 Lundy Road from Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1) to Single Detached (RS2/B)
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009185; RZ 14-668270) (REDMS No. 4433783, 4447467)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9185, for the rezoning of 8151/8171 Lundy Road from “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” to “Single Detached (RS2/B)”, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

17.

Richmond Active Transportation Committee – Proposed 2015 Initiatives
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-RCYC1) (REDMS No. 4440485)

(1)

That the proposed 2015 initiatives of the Richmond Active Transportation Committee, as described in the staff report titled Richmond Active Transportation Committee – Proposed 2015 Initiatives dated December 11, 2014 from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed; and

(2)

That a copy of the staff report titled Richmond Active Transportation Committee – Proposed 2015 Initiatives dated December 11, 2014 from the Director, Transportation be forwarded to the Richmond Council-School Board Liaison Committee for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

18.

TRAFFIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE – PROPOSED 2015 INITIATIVES
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-TSAD1-01) (REDMS No. 4464936)

(1)

That the proposed 2015 initiatives for the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee, as outlined in the staff report titled Traffic Safety Advisory Committee – Proposed 2015 Initiatives, dated December 23, 2014, from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed; and

(2)

That a copy of the staff report titled Traffic Safety Advisory Committee – Proposed 2015 Initiatives, dated December 23, 2014, from the Director, Transportation be forwarded to the Richmond Council-School Board Liaison Committee for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

19.

Design Concept – No. 2 Road North Drainage Pump Station Upgrade
(File Ref. No. 10-6340-20-P.14306) (REDMS No. 4465923)

That the design concept for the No. 2 Road North Drainage Pump Station Upgrade be endorsed.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

20.

Amendment Bylaws for Water and Sewer
(File Ref. No. 10-6060-01; 12-8060-20-009202/009203) (REDMS No. 4458121, 4455020, 4461005)

(1)

That Waterworks and Water Rates Bylaw No. 5637, Amendment Bylaw No. 9202 be introduced and given first, second, and third readings; and

(2)

That Drainage, Dyke and Sanitary Sewer Bylaw No. 7551, Amendment Bylaw No. 9203 be introduced and given first, second, and third readings.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

21.

Municipal Access Agreement with Lulu Island Energy Company Inc.
(File Ref. No. 03-1000-21-014) (REDMS No. 4399965)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Engineering & Public Works be authorized to execute, on behalf of the City, a Municipal Access Agreement between the City and Lulu Island Energy Company Inc., a fully owned City corporation, containing the material terms and conditions set out in the staff report titled Municipal Access Agreement with Lulu Island Energy Company Inc. dated December 22, 2014, from the Director, Engineering.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

22.

Multi-Family Food Scraps/Organics Recycling and Optional Solid Waste Collection Services
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009204, Xr: 10-6370-10-05) (REDMS No. 4474107, 4462713)

(1)

That a food scraps/organics recycling collection service program be implemented for all multi-family dwellings as outlined in the staff report dated January 6, 2015 from the Director, Public Works;

(2)

That solid waste collection services including garbage with large item collection, and cardboard collection be implemented for all multi-family dwellings on an opt-in basis as outlined in the staff report dated January 6, 2015 from the Director, Public Works;

(3)

That the Chief Administrative Office and General Manager, Engineering & Public Works be authorized to negotiate and execute an amendment to Contract T.2988, Residential Solid Waste & Recycling Collection Services to implement, service, acquire, store, assemble, label, deliver, replace and undertake related tasks for the carts, kitchen containers and related items associated with the services outlined in Items 1 and 2, above;

(4)

That an amendment to the City’s Five Year Financial Plan (2015 – 2019) to include:

(a)

capital costs of $700,000 (funded from the City’s general solid waste and recycling provision); and

(b)

operating costs of $1,212,500 in 2015 with amounts not recovered via rates in 2015 funded from the City’s general solid waste and recycling provision,

be approved; and

(5)

That Solid Waste & Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6803, Amendment Bylaw No. 9204, be introduced and given first, second and third reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

PLANNING COMMITTEE –
Councillor Linda McPhail, Chair

23.

Application by Hi-Aim Builders Ltd. for Rezoning at 7100 No. 2 Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) to Compact Single Detached (RC2)
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009208; RZ 10-545413) (REDMS No. 447510, 4476569)

R15/2-5

It was moved and seconded

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9208, for the rezoning of 7100 No. 2 Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Compact Single Detached (RC2)”, be introduced and given first reading.

The question on Resolution R15/2-5 was not called as in reply to queries from Council regarding concerns raised by a delegation, Wayne Craig, Director, Development, advised that the staff report includes only conceptual building plans and that compliance with various City requirements such as setbacks will be verified as part of the Building Permit process.  Also, Mr. Craig commented on the Tree Retention and Removal Plan, noting that, due to the limited space available in the yards of the proposed lots, the applicant has proposed to plant and maintain six replacement trees, and to submit a contribution to the City’s Tree Compensation Fund.

Also, comments were made regarding the need for further public consultation, and to examine other options with regard to the proposed development and in particular the proposed lane configuration.

In reply to further queries from Council, Mr. Craig commented on other options for the proposed development, noting that the application originally sought rezoning to permit coach houses.  Also, he noted that multi-family dwellings were considered; however the developer was unable to acquire an additional site to accommodate such a development.

The question on Resolution R15/2-5 was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. Day opposed.

24.

Application by Evernu Developments Inc. for Rezoning at 9751 Steveston Highway and 10831 Southridge Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) and Single Detached (RS1/B) to Compact Single Detached (RC2)
 (File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009187; RZ 14-669571) (REDMS No. 4418919, 4421418)

R15/2-6

It was moved and seconded

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9187, for the rezoning of 9751 Steveston Highway and 10831 Southridge Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” and “Single Detached (RS1/B)” to “Compact Single Detached (RC2)”, be introduced and given first reading.

The question on Resolution R15/2-6 was not called as a suggestion was made that the proposed sites be subdivided into four lots as oppose to five lots.  Also, comments were made regarding the City’s notification protocol and it was suggested that notification for this particular development be expanded; however, no Council direction was given on the matter.

The question on Resolution R15/2-6 was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. Day opposed.

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

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It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 8942
(9980 Gilbert Road, 7011 and 7031 Williams Road, RZ 10-540839)

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9111
(8400 General Currie Road and 7411/7431 St. Albans Road, RZ 13-643346)

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

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25.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on Wednesday, January 14, 2015, and the Chair’s reports for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on February 27, 2013, November 12, 2014 and November 26, 2014, be received for information; and

(2)

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

(a)

a Development Permit (DP 11-584817) for the property at 7011 Williams Road (Formerly 9980 Gilbert Road, 7011 and 7031 Williams Road); and

(b)

a Development Permit (DP 13-652010) for the property at 8400 General Currie Road and 7411/7431 St. Albans Road;

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R15/2-9

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:58 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 26, 2015.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)