March 12, 2018 - Agenda

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ITEM

MINUTES

1.

Motion to:

(1)

adopt the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on February 26, 2018 (distributed previously); and

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(2)

receive for information the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Brief’ dated February 23, 2018.

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

2.

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

Note: Item No. 14 – Final Affordable Housing Strategy 2017-2027 is not related to the proposed Temporary Modular Housing project.

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. 18.

4.

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

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Receipt of Committee minutes

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Moorage at Steveston Harbour

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Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Dedication Program

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Capstan Village Public Art Plan

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Richmond Public Art Program 2017 Annual Report and Public Art Advisory Committee 2018 Work Plan

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Application to Amend Liquor- Primary Liquor Licence – The Richmond Inn Hotel Ltd., Doing Business as: Harold's Bistro & Bar – 7551 Westminster Highway

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Application for a New Liquor Primary Liquor Licence – Club Versante Management Ltd, Doing Business as: Club Versante, 8400 West Road, Unit 101

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Revenue Anticipation Borrowing (2018) Bylaw No. 9831

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Final Affordable Housing Strategy 2017-2027

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Agricultural Advisory Committee 2017 Annual Report and 2018 Work Program

5.

Motion to adopt Items No. 6 through No. 15 by general consent.

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

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(1)

the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee meeting held on February 27, 2018;

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(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on March 5, 2018;

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(3)

the Finance Committee meeting held on March 5, 2018; and

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(4)

the Planning Committee meeting held on March 6, 2018;

be received for information.

7.

Moorage at Steveston Harbour
​(File Ref. No. 06-2345-20-ILAN1) (REDMS No. 5677600 v.13)

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See Page CNCL-50 for full report

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the staff report titled “Moorage at Steveston Harbour”, dated February 6, 2018, from the General Manager, Community Services, be received for information; and

(2)

That staff forward the Britannia Shipyards business plan to the Steveston Historic Sites Building Committee for review.

8.

Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Dedication Program
​(File Ref. No. 11-7200-30-ADON1) (REDMS No. 5690948 v.18)

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See Page CNCL-62 for full report

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That Policy 7019 “Tree, Bench and Picnic Table” be amended as proposed in Attachment 1 of the staff report titled “Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Dedication,” dated February 19, 2018, from the General Manager, Community Services; and

(2)

That Fee Schedule 7019.01 “Tree, Bench and Picnic Table” be updated to reflect 2018 operating and maintenance costs for the Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Dedication program as detailed in the staff report titled “Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Dedication,” dated February 19, 2018, from the General Manager, Community Services.

9.

CAPSTAN VILLAGE PUBLIC ART PLAN
​(File Ref. No. 11-7000-00) (REDMS No. 5699193 v.5)

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See Page CNCL-85 for full report

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the staff report titled “Capstan Village Public Art Plan,” dated January 23, 2018, from the Director, Arts Culture and Heritage Services, developed as a guide for the placement of public art in Capstan Village, be approved.

10.

RICHMOND PUBLIC ART PROGRAM 2017 ANNUAL REPORT AND PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2018 WORK PLAN
​(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-RPAR1-01) (REDMS No. 5728425 v.2)

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See Page CNCL-113 for full report

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee 2018 Work Plan, as presented in the report titled “Richmond Public Art Program 2017 Annual Report and Public Art Advisory Committee 2018 Work Plan,” dated February 8, 2018, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be approved.

11.

Application to Amend Liquor- Primary Liquor Licence - The Richmond Inn Hotel Ltd., Doing Business As: Harold's Bistro & Bar - 7551 Westminster Hwy
​(File Ref. No. 12-8275-30-001) (REDMS No. 5750775 v. 2)

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See Page CNCL-140 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the application from The Richmond Inn Hotel Ltd., operating as Harold’s Bistro & Bar, for an amendment to increase their hours of liquor service under Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 164307, from (existing hours):

11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Monday to Thursday;

11:45 AM to 1:45 AM, Friday and Saturday; and

11:00 AM to Midnight, Sunday;

To (proposed hours):

9:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Monday to Thursday;

9:00 AM to 1:45 AM, Friday and Saturday; and

9:00 AM to Midnight, Sunday;

be supported and that a letter be sent to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that:

(a)

Council supports the amendment for an increase in liquor service hours as the increase will not have a significant impact on the community; and

(b)

The total person capacity at 132 persons indoor and 54 persons patio is unchanged;

(2)

That a letter be sent to Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that:

(a)

Council supports the applicant’s proposed increase of liquor service hours with conditions as listed above;

(b)

The total person capacity of 132 persons indoor and 54 persons patio is acknowledged;

(c)

Council’s comments on the prescribed criteria (Section 71 of the Liquor Control and Licensing Regulations) are as follows:

(i)

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

(ii)

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

(iii)

Given that there has been no history of non-compliance with the operation, the amendment to permit extended hours of liquor service under the Liquor Primary Liquor Licence should not change the establishment such that it is operated contrary to its primary purpose;

(d)

As the operation of a licenced establishment may affect nearby residents, businesses and property owners, the impact assessment was conducted through the City’s community consultation process as follows;

(i)

Residents, businesses and property owners within a 50 meter radius of the subject property were notified by letter. The letter provided information on the application with instructions on how to submit comments or concerns; and

(ii)

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

(e)

Council’s comments and recommendations respecting the view of the residents, businesses and property owners are as follows:

(i)

The community consultation process was completed within 90 days of the application process; and

(ii)

The community consultation process resulted in no comments or views submitted from residents, businesses and property owners;

(f)

Council recommends the approval of the permanent change to hours for the licence for the reasons that the additional proposed hours is acceptable to the majority of the residents, businesses and property owners in the area and the community.

12.

Application for a New Liquor Primary Liquor Licence - Club Versante Management Ltd, Doing Business As: Club Versante, 8400 West Road, Unit 101
​(File Ref. No. 12-8275-30-001) (REDMS No. 5749216)

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See Page CNCL-146 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the application from Club Versante Management Ltd., doing business as, Club Versante, for a new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence to operate a private club establishment, at premises located at 8400 West Road Unit 101, with liquor service, be supported for:

(a)

A new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence with primary business focus of entertainment, specifically a private club with total person capacity of 90 persons;

(b)

Family Food Service to permit minors in all licenced areas until 10:00PM when accompanied by a parent or guardian; and

(c)

Liquor service hours for Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 2:00AM;

(2)

That a letter be sent to Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that:

(a)

Council supports the applicant’s new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence application and the hours of liquor service with the conditions as listed above;

(b)

The total person capacity set at 90 persons is acknowledged;

(c)

Council's comments on the prescribed criteria (Section 71 of the Liquor Control and Licencing Regulations) are as follows:

(i)

The impact of additional noise and traffic in the area of the establishment  was considered;

(ii)

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

(iii)

Given that this is a new business, there is no history of non-compliance with this establishment;

(d)

As the operation of a licenced establishment may affect nearby residents, businesses and property owners, the City gathered the views of the community through a community consultation process as follows:

(i)

Residents, businesses and property owners within a 50 meter radius of the establishment were notified by letter. The letter provided information on the application with instructions on how to submit comments or concerns; and

(ii)

Signage was posted at the subject property and three public notices were published in a local newspaper. The signage and public notice provided information on the application with instructions on how to submit comments and concerns;

(e)

Council’s comments on the general impact of the views of residents, businesses and property owners are as follows:

(i)

The community consultation process was completed within 90 days of the application process; and

(ii)

The community consultation process did not generate any comments and views of residents, businesses and property owners;

(f)

Council recommends the approval of the licence application for the reasons that this new application for a Liquor Primary Licence is acceptable to the majority of the residents, businesses and property owners in the area and community.

13.

Revenue Anticipation Borrowing (2018) Bylaw No. 9831
​(File Ref. No. 03-0900-01) (REDMS No. 5727142 v.3)

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FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the Revenue Anticipation Borrowing (2018) Bylaw No. 9831 be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

14.

Final Affordable Housing Strategy 2017-2027
​(File Ref. No. 08-4057-01) (REDMS No. 5748976 v. 14)

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See Page CNCL-156 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the final Affordable Housing Strategy 2017-2027 and companion documents, as outlined in the report titled “Final Affordable Housing Strategy 2017-2027” dated February 15, 2018 from the Manager, Community Social Development, be adopted;

(2)

That the staff report be referred to the Council/School Board Liaison Committee; and

(3)

That copies of the staff report, along with advocacy information to senior levels of government be sent to Richmond Members of Parliament and Members of the Legislative Assembly.

15.

Agricultural Advisory Committee 2017 Annual Report and 2018 Work Program
​(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-ACEN1-01) (REDMS No. 5733493)

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See Page CNCL-334 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the staff report titled “Agricultural Advisory Committee 2017 Annual Report and 2018 Work Program” dated February 16, 2018 from the Manager, Policy Planning be received for information; and

(2)

That the Agricultural Advisory Committee 2018 Work Program, as presented in this staff report, be approved.

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CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

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PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
Councillor Harold Steves, Chair

16.

West Cambie Neighbourhood Park Master Plan and Public Art Capital ProjecT
(File Ref. No. 06-2345-20-WCAM1) (REDMS No. 5703728 v.9)

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PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

Opposed: Cllr. Day

(1)

That the West Cambie Neighbourhood Park Master Plan, as detailed in the staff report titled “West Cambie Neighbourhood Park Master Plan and Public Art Capital Project,” dated February 6, 2018, from the General Manager, Community Services, and the Director of Arts, Culture and Heritage Services be approved;

(2)

That the concept proposal for the proposed public artwork for the West Cambie Neighbourhood Park, titled “Pergola Garden,” by the artist team Polymétis Projects, as detailed in the staff report titled “West Cambie Neighbourhood Park Master Plan and Public Art Capital Project,” dated February 6, 2018, from the General Manager, Community Services, and the Director of Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be endorsed;

(3)

That the West Cambie Neighbourhood Park Public Art Project for $725,000 be approved and included in the 2018 Capital Budget; and

(4)

That the City’s 5-Year Financial Plan (2018–2022) be amended to include the $725,000 for the West Cambie Neighbourhood Park Public Art Project funded by the Public Art Reserve.

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE
Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

17.

Proposed Plan for Major Events and Programs in 2018 and 2019
(File Ref. No. 11-7400-01) (REDMS No. 5749845 v. 6)

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GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

Opposed: Cllr. McNulty

(1)

That $28,000 be approved for the 2018 Garden City Lands Farmer’s Market to be funded from the Rate Stabilization Account;

(2)

That $1,158,000 be approved to support the following events and programs for 2019:  Children’s Arts Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, Doors Open, Richmond Canada Day in Steveston, Richmond Maritime Festival, Garden City Lands Farmer’s Market, Richmond World Festival, City-wide event marketing program and City branded assets, funded by the Rate Stabilization Account;

(3)

That $100,000 be approved to support the expansion of the Richmond Maritime Festival to include Imperial Landing, contingent on staff securing large Navy vessels for the event, funded by the Rate stabilization Account;

(4)

That $75,000 be approved for a 2019 Neighbourhood Celebration Grant Program funded by the Rate Stabilization Account;

(5)

That $200,000 be approved for the 2019 Video Series: History of Richmond project, funded by the Rate Stabilization Account and shown in the Museum budget in the future; and

(6)

That the 5 Year Financial Plan (2018-2022) be amended accordingly.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS

NEW BUSINESS

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9627
(3760/3780 Blundell Road, RZ 15-712886)
Opposed at 1^st Reading – None.
Opposed at 2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9705
(5071 Steveston Highway, RZ 16-734445)
Opposed at 1^st Reading – None.
Opposed at 2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2018-2022) Bylaw No. 9800
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

18.

RECOMMENDATION

See DPP Plan Package (distributed separately) for full hardcopy plans

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(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meetings held on January 31, 2018 and February 28, 2018, and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meeting held on September 13, 2017, be received for information; and

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(2)

That the recommendation of the Panel to authorize the issuance of a Development Permit (DP 17-763780) for the property at 5071 Steveston Highway be endorsed, and the Permit so issued.

ADJOURNMENT