July 10, 2017 - Minutes
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Regular Council
Monday, July 10, 2017
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Council Chambers |
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Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie |
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Call to Order: |
Mayor Brodie called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. |
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R17/13-1 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That: |
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the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on June 26, 2017, be adopted as circulated; and |
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the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Brief’ dated June 23, 2017, be received for information. |
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CARRIED |
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AGENDA ADDITION |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That “Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw 8239 for Handley Avenue” be added to the Consent Agenda as Item No. 17A. |
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PRESENTATION |
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Richmond Public Library’s 2016 Annual Report |
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Susan Koch, Chair, Richmond Public Library Board accompanied by Susan Walters, Chief Librarian, presented the Richmond Public Library’s 2016 Annual Report. Ms. Kosh stated that the Library’s mission, goals and vision focus on ensuring that no Richmond resident is left behind and the following five areas aim to meet this objective: |
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Digital Literacy – the Library provides free access to computers, software applications, the Internet, and wide range of digital technology to ensure that all residents of all ages can learn new skills to support them in this increasing digital age; also, the expanded Launchpad offers specialized works stations, flexible classrooms and lecture space; this project was funded in part by the federal government’s Canada 150 Community Infrastructure grant; |
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Older Adults / Seniors – the Library is committed to engaging older adults on programs, collections and services to keep their minds active and provide a place where they can connect; also, the Library offers computer programs, classes and books unique to this demographic such as providing audio books and books in large prints, and is examining ways in which to promote its home services – a home delivery service of library materials for those unable to visit the library; |
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Children / Families – the Library is invested in developing its collections and programs to build a community of readers; the Brighouse branch has been identified as a hub for the Early Years Centre and strengthens the Library’s position as a core provider to support families with young children; |
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Newcomers to the Community / Embrace Diversity – the Library is passionate in providing a safe, welcoming and respectful environment that provides diverse collections, resources and programs to foster acceptance and respect across the community; and |
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Volunteers / Community Partners – the Library is committed in making a difference in the community with the support of volunteers and community partners; in 2016, 300 volunteers contributed to over 40 programs and events; also, the Library appreciates its Library Champions, who are members of the community who have recently immigrated and outreach with other new immigrants in the community; in 2016, 40 Library Champions collectively reached out to approximately 1,200 community members. |
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Ms. Koch then remarked that the Richmond Public Library has enjoyed 40 years of growth and success because of the support of the community, its partners, donors, volunteers, staff, and Richmond City Council. |
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE |
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R17/13-3 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:25 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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Delegation from the floor on Agenda items. |
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Bylaws for Adoption – Sign Regulation Bylaw No. 9700 |
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Kerry Starchuck, 7611 Lancing Place, spoke in opposition to Bylaw No. 9700 as it does not include an official language provision. She then spoke on the number of signs in residential area on construction fencing, and was of the opinion that the amount of commercial advertising in neighbourhoods is unsightly. Ms. Starchuk then requested that the City lobby the Government of BC to implement language legislation. |
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R17/13-4 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Committee rise and report (7:30 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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CONSENT AGENDA |
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R17/13-5 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Items No. 6 through No. 17A be adopted by general consent. |
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CARRIED |
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COMMITTEE MINUTES
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That the minutes of: |
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the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee meeting held on June 27, 2017; |
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the General Purposes Committee meeting held on July 4, 2017; and |
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the Planning Committee meeting held on July 5, 2017; |
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be received for information. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Ships to Shore – King of the Sea Festival 2017 |
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That the staff report titled “Ships to Shore – King of the Sea Festival 2017,” dated June 12, 2017, from the Senior Manager, Parks, be received for information; |
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That a “thank you” letter be sent to the Japanese Agency of Maritime Education and Training for Seafarers for the 2017 visit of the Kaiwo Maru and extend an invitation for future visits to Richmond; |
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That a “thank you” letter be sent to the Community Advisory Committee members and team lead volunteers, as identified in Attachment 1; and |
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That a “thank you” letter be sent to the cities of Nagasaki and Wakayama for the 2017 visit of the Kaiwo Maru. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Community Wellness Strategy 2017-2022 Vision, Principles and Focus Areas |
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That the Community Wellness Strategy 2017-2022 Vision, Principles and Focus Areas as detailed in the staff report titled “Community Wellness Strategy 2017-2022 Vision, Principles and Focus Areas,” dated June 12, 2017, from the Senior Manager, Recreation and Sport Services, be adopted; and |
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That the Vision, Principles and Focus Areas as described in the staff report titled “Community Wellness Strategy 2017-2022 Vision, Principles and Focus Areas,” dated June 12, 2017, from the Senior Manager, Recreation and Sport Services, be used to guide the development of the Community Wellness Strategy 2017-2022 and that staff bring the Community Wellness Strategy 2017-2022 to Council for approval by the end of 2017. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Gilbert Road Greenway Public Art Opportunity |
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That the staff report titled, “Gilbert Road Greenway Public Art Opportunity,” dated May 30, 2017, from the Director of Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, to issue the Artist Call for the Gilbert Road Greenway, be endorsed. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Port Townsend WoodeN Boat Festival |
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That $1,558.33 be funded by the Council Contingency account for the Britannia Heritage Shipyard Council Liaison to travel to the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival from September 8–10, 2017. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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venue for the 2017 Induction ceremony for the Richmond Sports Wall of Fame |
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That Sports Wall of Fame Council Policy 8711 be amended to allow for the relocation of the Sports Wall of Fame induction ceremony to the Council Chamber in City Hall. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Application for Amendment to Hours of Liquor Service for Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 200266 & Food Primary Liquor Licence No. 200046 – InnVest Hotels Lp, doing business as Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel |
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That the applications from InnVest Hotels Lp., doing business as, Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel, for an amendment to increase their hours of liquor service for both the Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 200266, and the Food Primary Liquor Licence No. 200046, from: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM and Sunday, 11:00 AM to Midnight; to, Monday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 AM for both, for premises located at 3111 Grant McConachie Way, Richmond, B.C., be supported only for: |
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Liquor service hours for Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM for both, Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 200266, and Food Primary Liquor Licence No. 200046; |
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The total person capacity will remain the same at 226 Persons for Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 200266, and 926 Persons for Food Primary Liquor Licence No. 200046; |
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That a letter be sent to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that: |
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Council supports the amended conditions as listed above, for Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 200266 and Food Primary Liquor Licence No. 200046 as the issuance will not pose a significant impact on the community; and |
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Council’s comments on the prescribed criteria (set out in Section 71(9) of the Liquor Control and Licensing Regulations) are as follows: |
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The location of the establishment is zoned Airport District and since the property is under the Federal jurisdiction, the City does not review or comment on business uses for zoning purposes; |
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The proximity of the proposed location to other social, recreational and public buildings was considered. There are no public schools or parks within a 50 meter radius of this establishment; |
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The potential for additional noise and traffic in the area was considered; |
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The impact on the community was assessed through a community consultation process; and |
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The business has operated since 1999 and there is no history of non-compliance with this operation; |
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As the operation of a licenced establishment may affect nearby residents the City gathered the view of the residents as follows: |
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A letter was sent to Community Services representative of Vancouver Airport Authority, requesting that a letter of notice, of an amendment to existing Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 200266 and Food Primary Liquor Licence No. 200046 be circulated to the other business operations at YVR; and |
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Signage was posted at the subject property and three public notices were published in a local newspaper. This signage and notice provided information on the applications and instructions on how community comments or concerns could be submitted |
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Council’s comments and recommendations respecting the view of the residents are as follows: |
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There were no responses received from all the public notifications and based on the lack of any responses received from the community, Council considers that the approval of this application is acceptable to the majority of the residents in the area and the community. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Council Policy Housekeeping and Policy Updates – Report No. 5 |
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That the Council Policies, as listed in Attachment 1 to the staff report titled “Council Policy Housekeeping”, dated May 5, 2017, from the General Manager, Community Services, be rescinded; and |
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That all policies, procedures and directives with outdated language or organizational name changes for our community partners be updated, as needed, to reflect current references. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Kiwanis Towers – Fifth and Final Disbursement from the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund to 7378 Gollner Avenue |
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That the fifth and final disbursement of $463,309 be paid to Richmond Kiwanis Senior Citizens Housing Society (the “Society”) towards construction costs associated with 296 subsidized senior housing units at 7378 Gollner Avenue (formerly 6251 Minoru Boulevard) to be used by the Society; and |
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That the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager of Community Services be authorized to disburse the amount as stated in recommendation 1 above. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Application by the City of Richmond for a Heritage Alteration Permit at 12111 3rd Avenue (Steveston Hotel) |
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That a Heritage Alteration Permit to authorize the painting of a wall mural on the side (south) elevation of the property at 12111 3rd Avenue be issued. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Application by Thrangu Monastery for an Agricultural Land Reserve Non-Farm Use at 8160 No. 5 Road |
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That authorization for Thrangu Monastery to make a non-farm use application to the Agricultural Land Commission to allow for a non-farm use at the westerly 110 m of 8160 No. 5 Road for religious statues and an accessory parking lot be approved. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Agricultural Advisory Committee 2016 Annual Report and 2017 Work Program |
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That the staff report titled “Agricultural Advisory Committee 2016 Annual Report and 2017 Work Program” dated May 26, 2017 from the General Manager, Planning and Development, be received for information; and |
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That the Agricultural Advisory Committee 2017 Work Program, as presented in this staff report, be approved. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw 8239 for Handley Avenue |
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That the Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw 8239 be introduced and given 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings; |
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That staff be authorized to file a certifying statement, executed by the Corporate Officer, cancelling the right of resumption in the closed road pursuant to the Resumption of Highway Regulation; |
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That the required notice of road closure be advertised prior to final adoption of Road Dedication Bylaw 8239; |
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That staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to raise title to the road closure area of approximately 2,784 sq.ft. and to consolidate it with 780 Lancaster Crescent; |
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That for nominal consideration, the City grant a permanent utility statutory right of way to FortisBC (or a related party) over a portion (± 45.6 sq. m.) of 780 Lancaster Crescent (as consolidated); |
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That the required notice of grant of statutory right of way be advertised prior to execution of the statutory right of way; and |
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That all necessary steps to complete all matters detailed herein be taken including authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services, to negotiate and execute all documentation required to effect the transactions, including executing all required Land Title Office documentation as detailed in the staff report dated June 8, 2017. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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PUBLIC DELEGATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEM |
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R17/13-6 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on non‑agenda items (8:10 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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BC SPCA Richmond Branch’s Services |
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With the aid of a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office), Krista Shaw, Branch Manager, BC SPCA Richmond Education and Adoption Centre, spoke on the BC SPCA Richmond Branch’s Services and the following information was highlighted: |
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the BC SPCA Richmond Branch receives no ongoing federal or provincial government funding and therefore, fundraising activities are constant; |
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the BC SPCA’s mission is to protect and enhance the quality of life for domestic, farm and wild animals in BC and its vision is to inspire and mobilize society to create a wold in which all animals enjoy as a minimum five essential freedoms; |
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the BC SPCA follows the Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ guidelines for standards of care for animal shelters; there are three standards: Unacceptables, Musts, and Ideals; the BC SPCA has achieved compliance with all unacceptables and is working towards rectifying all musts; |
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the BC SPCA’s current Strategic Plan is coming to an end in 2018 and it aims to increase focus on creating humane communities; as such, the BC SPCA Richmond Branch is exploring outreach and education opportunities in partnership with the Richmond Animal Protection Society; |
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sadly, animal cruelty cases continue to be prevalent and its enforcement is solely donor funded; |
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in 2016, 401 animals were helped by the BC SPCA Richmond Branch; and |
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Paws for a Cause is an annual fundraising dog walk held in September; this year it will be held at South Arm Community Centre and the goal is to raise $20,000. |
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R17/13-7 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Committee rise and report (8:20 p.m.). |
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Mayor Brodie announced that the City has extended the existing Sublicense Agreement for Debeck House, located at 8660 Ash Street, with the Richmond Family Place Society for a further five-year term commencing April 1, 2017 and ending March 31, 2022 for a fee of $1.00. |
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Mayor Brodie announced that the new park located at 8311 Cambie Road has been named “Aberdeen Park.” |
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BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION |
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R17/13-8 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following bylaws be adopted: |
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Sign Regulation Bylaw No. 9700 |
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Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 9719 |
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Municipal Ticket Information Authorization Bylaw No. 7321, Amendment Bylaw No. 9720 |
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Consolidated Fees Bylaw No. 8636, Amendment Bylaw No. 9721 |
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R17/13-9 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following bylaws be adopted: |
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Business Licence Bylaw No. 7360, Amendment Bylaw No. 9722 |
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Oval Village District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 9134, Amendment Bylaw No. 9725 |
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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9511 |
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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9673 |
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ADJOURNMENT |
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R17/13-10 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the meeting adjourn (8:29 p.m.). |
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Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the Regular meeting of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Monday, July 10, 2017. |
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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie) |
Corporate Officer (David Weber) |