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City of Richmond Meeting Minutes

 

Regular Council

 Monday, January 14, 2019

Place:

Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall

Present:

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie
Councillor Chak Au
Councillor Carol Day
Councillor Kelly Greene
Councillor Alexa Loo
Councillor Bill McNulty
Councillor Linda McPhail
Councillor Harold Steves
Councillor Michael Wolfe
Corporate Officer – David Weber

Call to Order:

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

RES NO.

ITEM

 

 

 

MINUTES

R19/1-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That:

 

 

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on December 10, 2018, be adopted as circulated;

 

 

 

(2)

the minutes of the Special Council meeting held on December 19, 2018, be adopted as circulated;

 

 

 

(3)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on December 17, 2018, be adopted as distributed on table; and

 

 

 

(4)

the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Brief’ dated December 7, 2018, be received for information.

 

 

 

CARRIED

 

 

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

 

 

It was noted that Item No. 7 – “One-Year Review and Bylaw Amendments for Short-Term Rentals” has been removed from the Consent Agenda due to a Councillor conflict of interest and that Item. No 14 – “Application by Rosebud Productions Inc. for Rezoning a Portion Of 23000 Fraserwood Way (Unit 105, 110 And 115)” and Item No. 15 – “Application by Interface Architecture Inc. for Rezoning At 5631, 5635, 5651, 5691, 5711, 5731 And 5751 Steveston Highway” have also been removed from the Consent Agenda to allow for separate discussion.

 

 

It was further noted that the “Building Facilities Design Guidelines and Technical Specifications” document in Item No. 9 – “City Buildings – Building Facilities Design Guidelines and Technical Specifications” was updated in the Council agenda package to include comments made during the General Purposes Committee, as outlined in the staff memorandum dated January 11, 2019 from the Senior Manager, Capital Buildings Project Development.

 

 

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R19/1-2

2.

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:01 p.m.).

 

 

CARRIED

 

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items

 

 

Item No. 16 – TransLink Policy for Provision of Washrooms on Transit

 

 

Sam McCulligh, Richmond resident, spoke in favour of the staff report, noting support for the addition of washroom facilities at transit locations in Richmond. In response to questions from the delegation regarding accessibility, Mayor Brodie noted that the City has not received formal confirmation regarding the design of the washrooms and that the recommendation on the Agenda includes a letter be sent to TransLink advocating for washrooms at all Canada Line stations in the City and the bus mall. Mr. McCulligh further remarked that hand dryers installed in the washrooms should be as quiet as possible for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

 

 

Item No. 10 – BC Poverty Reduction Coalition’s “ABC” Plan

 

 

De Whalen, Richmond Poverty Response Committee, commended Council for the inclusion of the Poverty Reduction Plan on the Consent Agenda, and further advised of a transit plan being presented to the City of Vancouver that will be presented to Richmond Council in the near future for endorsement. Ms. Whalen further commented on the inclusion of the Living Wage analysis in the staff report and expressed support for continued discussions on the topic.

 

 

In response to queries from Council regarding transit availability for those on income assistance, Ms. Whalen remarked that those on income assistance do not receive transit passes, however, those persons receiving disability benefits do. She further commented that part of the poverty reduction plan would identify transit barriers to employment opportunities or services.

 

 

Item No. 6 (2) – Committee Minutes – Finance Committee Minutes

 

 

Don Flintoff, 6071 Dover Road, spoke to the Finance Committee minutes from the meeting held on January 9, 2019 and queried Council regarding the Five Year Financial Plan and budgets. In response, the Mayor noted the budgets and Consolidated Five Year Financial Plan had been considered at the Finance Committee meeting held earlier that day.

 

 

Item No. 22 – Response to Referral: Additional Dwellings in the Agricultural Land Reserve

 

 

Doug Wright, Richmond resident and farmer, expressed concern regarding the proposed Bylaws noting the importance of the ability of property owners to add additional dwellings for farming operations.  Mr. Wright remarked that the additional dwelling provision has allowed him to build an additional residence on his property for family and was of the opinion that the current regulations already have sufficient safeguards, such as the inclusion of a statutory declaration, agrologist report, and a demonstrated need to support farm operations. Mr. Wright also commented that this would only apply to farm parcels 20 acres or greater in size, noting that approximately 7% of farm parcels in Richmond fall within that category. He also stated that the proposed amendments would place an undue burden on families who wish to build additional dwellings. Mr. Wright further expressed concern regarding affordability, noting that the proposed Bylaws would make it more difficult for families to build housing for future generations within the same property to allow for the continuation of farming.

 

 

Item No. 22 – Response to Referral: Additional Dwellings in the Agricultural Land Reserve

 

 

Todd May, co-chair of the Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC) and president of the Richmond Farmers’ Institute, spoke in opposition to the proposed amendments and provided a chronological summary of the regulations on limiting additional dwellings on agriculturally zoned land. Mr. May commented that the regulation allowing for additional dwellings used to be scaled based on property size and in his opinion worked well in supporting agriculture. He further remarked that following the removal of this provision from the Zoning Bylaw, staff came forward with recommendations on a provision for a second dwelling on agriculturally zoned land, noting that the staff report had been forwarded to the AAC for comment and was adopted by Council. Mr. May further summarized the current regulations on additional dwellings and noted that they allow for one additional dwelling with a number of restrictions in place and only apply to a limited number of properties in Richmond. Mr. May expressed further concern regarding the impact of the proposed Bylaw amendments on future farming operations.

R19/1-3

4.

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Committee rise and report (7:21 p.m.).

 

 

CARRIED

 

 

CONSENT AGENDA

R19/1-4

5.

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Items No. 6 through 21, with the removal of Items No. 7, 14, and 15, be adopted by general consent.

 

 

CARRIED

 

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

 

 

 

That the minutes of:

 

 

(1)

the General Purposes Committee meetings held on December 17, 2018 and January 9, 2019;

 

 

(2)

the Finance Committee meeting held on January 9, 2019;

 

 

(3)

the Planning Committee meetings held on December 18, 2018 and January 10, 2019;

 

 

(4)

the Public Works and Transportation Committee meeting held on December 19, 2018;

 

 

(5)

the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee meeting held on December 19, 2018;

 

 

be received for information.

 

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

7.

One-Year Review and Bylaw Amendments for Short-term Rentals
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009899/009898;12-8275-09; 08-4430-03-12) (REDMS No. 5868680 v. 11; 5962960; 5878824; 5878827)

 

 

Please see Page 11 for action on this matter.

 

8.

Sister City Advisory Committee Four-Year Activity Plan (2019-2022)
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-SCIT1-01) (REDMS No. 6027517)

 

 

(1)

That the staff report titled “Sister City Advisory Committee Four-Year Activity Plan (2019-2022)”, dated November 23, 2018, from the Manager, Customer Service, be received for information;

 

 

(2)

That the 2019-2022 Sister City Advisory Committee Program Activity budget of $239,050 be referred to the budget process including timing and the source of funds for consideration; and

 

 

(3)

That staff liaise with the Sister City Advisory Committee for potential travel including budget and program details and report back.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

9.

City Buildings – Building Facilities Design Guidelines and Technical Specifications
(File Ref. No. 06-2050-01) (REDMS No. 6047006 v. 4; 6086793, 6086959)

 

 

(1)

That the proposed “City of Richmond Building Facilities Design Guidelines and Technical Specifications” presented as Attachment 1 and described in the staff report dated January 9, 2019, from the Director, Engineering be endorsed and used in planning for future corporate facilities; and

 

 

(2)

That the proposed “City of Richmond Building Facilities Design Guidelines and Technical Specifications” presented as Attachment 1 and described in the staff report dated January 9, 2019, from the Director, Engineering, be sent to interested stakeholders including the Richmond Centre for Disability.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

10.

BC Poverty Reduction Coalition’s “ABC” Plan
(File Ref. No. 08-4055-08) (REDMS No. 6051450 v. 2; 5957417; 5032296; 5329764; 5991770)

 

 

(1)

That the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition’s proposed Municipal Resolution, “Call for the ABC Plan for an Accountable, Bold and Comprehensive poverty reduction plan for British Columbia,” be endorsed; and

 

 

(2)

That the resolution be sent to the Premier, the Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, Richmond Members of the Legislative Assembly, Richmond Members of Parliament and the Leader of the Opposition.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

11.

Affordable Housing Agreement Bylaw 9952 to Permit the City of Richmond to Secure Affordable Housing Units at 6551 No. 3 Road
(File Ref. No. 08-4057-05; 12-8060-20-009892/009952; CP 16-752923) (REDMS No. 6061421 v. 2; 6007866; 6008384; 6010277)

 

 

That Affordable Housing Agreement (6551 No. 3 Road) Bylaw 9952 be introduced and given first, second and third readings to permit the City to enter into a Housing Agreement with RC (South) Inc. and 7904185 Canada Inc., together as registered owners, and RCCOM Limited Partnership and AIMCO Realty Investors Limited Partnership, together as beneficial owners, substantially in the form attached hereto, in accordance with the requirements of Section 483 of the Local Government Act, to secure the Affordable Housing Units required by the Official Community Plan (City Centre Area Plan) Amendment CP 16-752923.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

12.

Market Rental Agreement (Housing Agreement) Bylaw 9980 to Permit the City of Richmond to Secure Market Rental Housing Units at 6551 No. 3 Road
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009892/009980; CP 16-752923) (REDMS No. 6061244; 6048141)

 

 

That Market Rental Agreement (Housing Agreement) (6551 No. 3 Road) Bylaw 9980 be introduced and given first, second and third readings to permit the City to enter into a Market Rental Agreement with RC (South) Inc. and 7904185 Canada Inc., together as registered owners, and RCCOM Limited Partnership and AIMCO Realty Investors Limited Partnership, together as beneficial owners, substantially in the form attached hereto, in accordance with the requirements of Section 483 of the Local Government Act, to secure Market Rental Housing Units required by the Official Community Plan (City Centre Area Plan) Amendment CP 16-752923.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

13.

Application by 0855855 B.C. Ltd. for Rezoning at 9820 Alberta Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/F)” zone to the “Town Housing (ZT60) – North McLennan (City Centre)” zone
(File Ref. No. RZ 16-742260; 12-8060-20-009960) (REDMS No. 5164563; 2942426; 6041615)

 

 

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9960, for the rezoning of 9820 Alberta Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/F)” zone to the “Town Housing (ZT60) – North McLennan (City Centre)” zone to permit the development of six three-storey townhouse units with vehicle access from 9840 Alberta Road, be introduced and given first reading.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

14.

Application by Rosebud Productions Inc. for Rezoning a Portion of 23000 Fraserwood Way (Unit 105, 110 and 115) to Allow a Licensed Health Canada Medical Cannabis Production Facility
(File Ref. No. RZ 18-811041;  12-8060-20-009978) (REDMS No. 6044866; 6086459; 6049590)

 

 

Please see Page 12 for action on this matter.

 

15.

Application by Interface Architecture Inc. for Rezoning at 5631, 5635, 5651, 5691, 5711, 5731 and 5751 Steveston Highway from “Single Detached (RS1/B)” Zone and “Single Detached (RS1/E)” Zone to “Medium Density Townhouses (RTM2)” Zone
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009982; RZ 16-733904) (REDMS No. 5985084; 6056465)

 

 

Please see Page 13 for action on this matter.

 

16.

TransLink Policy for Provision of Washrooms on Transit
(File Ref. No. 01-0154-04) (REDMS No. 6032168 v. 3)

 

 

(1)

That the report titled “TransLink Policy for Provision of Washrooms on Transit” dated December 7, 2018 from the Director, Transportation, be received for information; and

 

 

(2)

That a letter be sent to Translink encouraging the provision of washrooms at all Canada Line stations as well as the new Richmond-Brighouse bus mall.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

17.

2019 Submission to the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund – Richmond Flood Protection Program
(File Ref. No. 10-6045-11-01; 03-1090-14) (REDMS No. 6037901 v. 7)

 

 

(1)

That the submission to the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund  ̶  Richmond Flood Protection Program requesting funding for up to 40% of the project cost, for a total of $13,780,000, to upgrade 2.6 kilometers of dike and five pump stations be endorsed;

 

 

(2)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Engineering and Public Works be authorized to enter into funding agreements with the Government of Canada for the above mentioned project should it be approved for funding by the Government of Canada; and

 

 

(3)

That, should the above mentioned project be approved for funding by the Government of Canada, the Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2019-2023) be updated accordingly.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

18.

Dike Master Plan – Phases 3 and 5
(File Ref. No. 10-6045-09-01) (REDMS No. 5939748 v. 11)

 

 

That the public and key external stakeholders be consulted as identified in the staff report titled “Dike Master Plan – Phases 3 and 5” from the Director, Engineering, dated November 30, 2018.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

19.

2019 Engaging Artists in Community Public Art Projects
(File Ref. No. 11-7000-09-20-089) (REDMS No. 6009795 v. 4; 5895266; 6040426; 6040433; 6040438)

 

 

That the concept proposals and implementation for the community public art projects working in partnership with the Richmond Nature Park Society, Richmond Public Library (Brighouse Branch) and City Centre Community Association be considered in the City’s Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan as presented in the staff report titled “2019 Engaging Artists in Community Public Art Projects,” dated November 15, 2018, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

20.

Proposed Plan for the Future Coordination of Salmon Festival and Richmond Canada Day in Steveston
(File Ref. No. 11-7400-20-SSFE1) (REDMS No. 6006424 v. 4)

 

 

That the City and the Steveston Salmon Festival Committee co-produce Richmond’s Canada Day celebrations under the banner of Steveston Salmon Festival as outlined in the report titled Proposed Plan for the Future Coordination of Salmon Festival and Richmond Canada Day in Steveston”, dated December 1, 2018 from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

 

21.

Recreation and Sport Strategy 2019-2024
(File Ref. No. 01-0370-20-002) (REDMS No. 6037135 v. 5)

 

 

(1)

That the Recreation and Sport Strategy 2019-2024, and companion documents, as outlined in the report titled “Recreation and Sport Strategy 2019-2024,” dated November  30, 2018, from the Director, Recreation Services, be adopted;

 

 

(2)

That staff report back at the mid-point and end of the implementation period of the Recreation and Sport Strategy 2019-2024, as outlined in the report titled “Recreation and Sport Strategy 2019-2024,” dated November 30, 2018, from the Director, Recreation Services; and

 

 

(3)

That the Recreation and Sport Strategy 2019-2024, as outlined in the report titled “Recreation and Sport Strategy 2019-2024, dated November 30, 2018, from the Director, Recreation Services, be presented to Council School Board Liaison Committee meeting.

 

 

ADOPTED ON CONSENT


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CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

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GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE –
Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

 

 

In accordance with Section 100 of the Community Charter, Councillor Carol Day declared a conflict of interest as her husband owns a licenced bed and breakfast, and Councillor Carol Day left the meeting – 7:53 p.m.

 

7.

One-Year Review and Bylaw Amendments for Short-term Rentals
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009899/009898;12-8275-09; 08-4430-03-12) (REDMS No. 5868680 v. 11; 5962960; 5878824; 5878827)

R19/1-5

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

(1)

That Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 9899, to add penalties related to short-term rentals, be introduced and given first, second and third readings;

 

 

(2)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9898, to reinstate a provision to allow a 5-room bed and breakfast business at 13333 Princess Street, be introduced and given first reading; and

 

 

(3)

That staff be instructed to report back on a licencing program, including an analysis of resources for its implementation, to regulate boarding and lodging in order to create a public registry.

 

 

The question on the motion was not called as, in response to questions from Council, Carli Williams, Manager, Community Bylaws and Licencing, advised that:

 

 

§   

staff will review options for public consultation regarding a licencing program for boarding and lodging and a timeline for implementation accordingly;

 

 

§   

the type of ticket issued, either a Municipal Ticket Information (MTI) or ticket under the Notice Of Bylaw Dispute Adjudication Bylaw (BVN) ,would be dependent on the situation for each violation and are assessed on a case by case basis;

 

 

§   

the introduction of changes to the regulations last year has encouraged more individuals to come forward to report illegal operations;

 

 

§   

if a licencing program is in place for boarding and lodging, all short-term rentals would be licenced and the City could approach Airbnb to remove any unlicenced posting;

 

 

§   

any unpaid BVN can be added onto municipal taxes as a debt.

 

 

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED.

 

 

Councillor Carol Day returned to the meeting – 8:06 p.m.

  

 

14.

Application by Rosebud Productions Inc. for Rezoning a Portion of 23000 Fraserwood Way (Unit 105, 110 and 115) to Allow a Licensed Health Canada Medical Cannabis Production Facility
(File Ref. No. RZ 18-811041;  12-8060-20-009978) (REDMS No. 6044866; 6086459; 6049590)

R19/1-6

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9978, for the rezoning a portion of 23000 Fraserwood Way (Units 105, 110 and 115) to allow a licensed Health Canada Medical Cannabis Production Facility on a site-specific basis in the “Industrial Business Park (IB1)” zoning district, be introduced and given first reading.

 

 

The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued in regards to the policy to allow only one medicinal cannabis facility and Council’s ability to review applications on their own merits and on a case-by-case basis. It was noted that a tour of another medicinal cannabis facility would be beneficial.

 

 

Discussion further took place regarding the potential impact of odour and noise in the immediate area and in response to questions regarding expanding the public notification area, Wayne Craig, Director, Development, advised that it could be extended at Council’s discretion.

 

 

As a result of the discussion, the following amendment motion was introduced:

R19/1-7

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That the public notification area be extended to include all the properties south of Highway 91, from the western boundary of the Westminster Highway overpass, the eastern extent of Fraserwood Way, and the southern extent of the south arm of the Fraser River.

 

 

CARRIED

 

 

The question on the main motion as amended was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. Au opposed.

 

15.

Application by Interface Architecture Inc. for Rezoning at 5631, 5635, 5651, 5691, 5711, 5731 and 5751 Steveston Highway from “Single Detached (RS1/B)” Zone and “Single Detached (RS1/E)” Zone to “Medium Density Townhouses (RTM2)” Zone
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009982; RZ 16-733904) (REDMS No. 5985084; 6056465)

R19/1-8

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9982, for the rezoning of 5631, 5635, 5651, 5691, 5711, 5731 and 5751 Steveston Highway from “Single Detached (RS1/B)” zone and “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to “Medium Density Townhouses (RTM2)” zone, be introduced and given first reading.

 

 

The question on the motion was not called as discussion took place regarding the amount of  amenity space, proposed setbacks, the proposed tree loss, and the proximity of the project to the intersection.

 

 

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Greene and Wolfe opposed.

 

 

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

 

 

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

 

22.

Response to Referral: Additional Dwellings in the Agricultural Land Reserve
(File Ref. No.:  12-8060-20-009984/009985) (REDMS No.6067611 v. 3; 6068576; 6068628)

R19/1-9

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

(1)

That Richmond Official Community Plan Bylaw 9000, Amendment Bylaw 9984, be introduced and given first reading;

 

 

(2)

That Richmond Official Community Plan Bylaw 9000, Amendment Bylaw 9984, 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 found to be consistent with said program and plans, in accordance with section. 477(3)(a) of the Local Government Act;

 

 

(3)

That Richmond Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 9000, Amendment Bylaw No. 9984, having been considered in conjunction with Section 477(3)(b) of the Local Government Act, be referred to the Agricultural Land Commission for comment;

 

 

(4)

That Richmond Official Community Plan Bylaw 9000, Amendment Bylaw No. 9984, having been considered in accordance with Section 475 of the Local Government Act and the City's Official Community Plan Bylaw Preparation Consultation Policy 5043, is found not to require further consultation; and

 

 

(5)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9985, be introduced and given first reading.

 

 

The question on the motion was not called as it was noted that the recommended amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan allow for additional dwellings on properties within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) if approved by the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC).

 

 

In response to queries from Council, Barry Konkin, Manager, Policy Planning advised that there is lot size criteria for additional dwellings in Bill 52 and that a non-farm use application for any additional residence must first be endorsed by the City and then forwarded to the ALC for their approval. Mr. Konkin added that if ALC approval was granted, Council approval of a site-specific rezoning application would then be required.  Mr. Konkin further remarked that minimal lot size criteria could be established by Council for applications for additional dwellings. Mr. Konkin also advised that maintaining the current Bylaws could risk being deemed contrary to provincial regulations and potential consequences could include the Ministry administering the City’s Zoning Bylaw within ALR designated properties.  

 

 

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. Loo opposed.

 

 

PUBLIC DELEGATIONS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

R19/1-10

23.

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on non‑agenda items (8:29 p.m.).

 

 

CARRIED

 

 

Ken Waldman, Richmond resident, spoke on the negative health and environmental impacts of smoking, noting that more enforcement would be beneficial to combatting the problem of people violating the new smoking regulations and littering their cigarette butts. Mr. Waldman further proposed that a bylaw banning cigarette smoking within the City be adopted by Council.

 

 

 

In response to questions from Council, Mr. Waldman commented that additional patrolling by bylaw officers in high residential areas in Richmond would be beneficial. Mr. Waldman further commented on the excess littering of cigarette butts, noting that collection receptacles would be beneficial.

 

 

 

In response to queries from Council, Cecilia Achiam, General Manager, Community Safety, advised that (i) though bylaw officers issue tickets for smoking violations, emphasis is placed on education for greater compliance, (ii) Vancouver Coastal Health has enforcement officers and staff could request additional rotations for the City, (iii) the City’s smoking bylaw is only enforceable on public property, and (iv) Richmond Fire-Rescue does have a responsible disposal education campaign for cigarette butts.

 

 

 

Discussion then took place on addressing any enforcement issues in regards to smoking bylaw violations, including requesting additional rotations from Vancouver Coastal Health, and establishing a recycling program for cigarette butts to reduce environmental waste.

 

 

 

As a result of the discussion, the following motion was introduced:

 

 

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That a letter be written to the Provincial Government, recognizing that cigarette butts are an environmental and fire safety hazard, to consider the creation of an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for cigarette butts.

 

 

The question on the motion was not called as direction was given to staff to provide information regarding the cigarette depository pilot project in Steveston.

 

 

 

Discussion then took place on installing disposal containers within the City similar to containers in Vancouver and working with local businesses to encourage compliance with the smoking bylaw on private property.

 

 

 

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED with Mayor Brodie and Cllrs. Loo and McPhail opposed.

 

R19/1-11

24.

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Committee rise and report (8:54 p.m.).

 

 

CARRIED

 

 

RATIFICATION OF COMMITTEE ACTION

R19/1-12

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Council ratify the action of the Committee of the Whole in directing:

 

 

(1)

That a letter be written to the Provincial Government, recognizing that cigarette butts are an environmental and fire safety hazard, to consider the creation of an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for cigarette butts.

 

 

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

PUBLIC ANNOUCEMENTS AND EVENTS

 

 

The Mayor announced that the provision of Security Guard Services has been awarded to GardaWorld for a five-year term, in the estimated annual amount of $235,000, for an estimated total of $1,175,000.

 

 

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R19/1-13

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That the following bylaws be adopted:

 

 

Housing Agreement (4300, 4320, 4340 Thompson Road and 4291, 4331, 4431 and 4451 Boundary Road) Bylaw No. 9916;

 

 

Traffic Bylaw No. 5870, Amendment Bylaw No. 9957;

 

 

Parking (Off-Street) Regulation Bylaw No. 7403, Amendment Bylaw No. 9958; and

 

 

Business Regulation Bylaw No. 7538, Amendment Bylaw No. 9961.

 

 

CARRIED

R19/1-14

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9727 be adopted.

 

 

The question on the motion was not called as staff were directed to contact the owners of 3751 Shuswap Avenue to provide further information regarding parking and parking enforcement in response to correspondence received at Public Hearing.

 

 

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. Day opposed.

 

 

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R19/1-15

25.

It was moved and seconded

 

 

 

(1)

That the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meeting held on October 24, 2018, be received for information; and

 

 

 

(2)

That the recommendation of the Panel to authorize the issuance of a Development Permit (DP 17-794280) for the property at 4008 Stolberg Street be endorsed, and the Permit so issued.

 

 

 

CARRIED

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

R19/1-16

 

It was moved and seconded

 

 

That the meeting adjourn (9:03 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 14, 2019.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)