January 28, 2019 - Minutes

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.

MINUTES

R19/2-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on January 14, 2019, be adopted as circulated;

(2)

the minutes of the Special Council meeting held on January 14, 2019, be adopted as circulated; and

(3)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on January 21, 2019, be adopted as circulated;

 be received for information.

CARRIED

With the aid of a PowerPoint presentation (copy on-file, City Clerk’s Office) John Watson, Chair, Gateway Theatre Board, Camilla Tibbs, Executive Director, Gateway Theatre, and Jovanni Sy, Artistic Director, Gateway Theatre, briefed Council on the Gateway Theatre’s 2018 and 2019 activities, operations and finances, and thanked the City for its support.

It was noted that Mr. Sy will be leaving his position as Artistic Director and Council commended Mr. Sy for his service and commended the Gateway Theatre for their contributions to the community.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R19/2-2

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:13 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items

Item No. 16 – Recycling Depot – Potential Eco Centre Upgrade Options

Sam McCulligh, Richmond resident, commented on the report and expressed that he is in favour of the implementation of Option 3 – development of an Eco Centre Facility for expanded range of materials/services. Also, he suggested that the City promote awareness of recyclable materials and develop initiatives to increase the amount of waste diverted for recycling.

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4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:15 p.m.).

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

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5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items No. 6 through No. 14 and Items No. 16 and No. 17 be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the special Finance Committee meeting held on January 14, 2019;

(2)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on January 15, 2019;

(3)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on January 21, 2019;

(4)

the Planning Committee meeting held on January 22, 2019; and

(5)

the Public Works and Transportation Committee meeting held on January 23, 2019;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Community, Culture and Recreation Stream 
(File Ref. No. 06-2052-25-SCCR1; 03-1087-19-03) (REDMS No. 6067220 v. 13)

(1)

That the submission to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Community, Culture and Recreation Stream requesting funding of up to $10 million for the Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library replacement project, as outlined in the report titled, “Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Community, Culture and Recreation Stream,” dated January 7, 2019, from the Director, Recreation and Sport Services, be endorsed;

(2)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Community Services be authorized to enter into funding agreements with the government for the aforementioned project should it be approved for funding, as outlined in the report titled, “Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Community, Culture and Recreation Stream,” dated January 7, 2019, from the Director, Recreation and Sport Services;

(3)

That the Consolidated 5-Year Financial Plan (2019-2023) be amended accordingly should the aforementioned project be approved for funding as outlined in the report titled, “Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Community, Culture and Recreation Stream,” dated January 7, 2019, from the Director, Recreation and Sport Services; and

(4)

That copies of the submission to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Community, Culture and Recreation Stream be sent to Richmond Members of Parliament.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

City Centre District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 9895, Amendment Bylaw No. 9947 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009947) (REDMS No. 5992483 v. 7; 5992897)

That the City Centre District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 9895, Amendment Bylaw No. 9947 presented in the “City Centre District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 9895, Amendment Bylaw No. 9947” report dated December 20, 2018, from Director, Engineering be introduced and given first, second, and third readings.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 9959 to Permit the City of Richmond to Secure Affordable Housing Units at 6560, 6600, 6640 and 6700 No. 3 Road (Bene Richmond Development Ltd.) 
(File Ref. No. 08-4057-05; 12-8060-20-009959) (REDMS No. 6016667 v. 2; 6016383 v. 2)

That Housing Agreement (6560, 6600, 6640 and 6700 No. 3 Road) Bylaw No. 9959 be introduced and given first, second and third readings to permit the City to enter into a Housing Agreement 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 Rezoning Application RZ 15-694855.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee (RCSAC) 2018 Annual Report and 2019 Work Plan 
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-RCSAC1-01) (REDMS No. 6041373 v. 2; 6061385; 6061576; 6061926; 5276844)

That the staff report titled “Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee (RCSAC) 2018 Annual Report and 2019 Work Plan,” dated  January 2, 2019, from the Manager, Community Social Development, be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

11.

Application by Wensley Architecture Ltd. for a Zoning Text Amendment to the “Industrial Business Park (IB1)” Zone to Permit a Drive-Through Restaurant at 13020 Delf Place 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009956; ZT 18-801900) (REDMS No. 5954610; 6035880)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9956, for a Zoning Text Amendment to the “Industrial Business Park (IB1)” zone in order to permit “restaurant, drive-through”, limited to one establishment and a maximum floor area of 300 m², at 13020 Delf Place, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

12.

Application by Landcraft Homes Ltd. for Rezoning at 5751 Francis Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” Zone to “Arterial Road Three-Unit Dwellings (RTA)” Zone 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009974/009976; RZ 17-768762) (REDMS No. 6043629  v. 2; 6057070; 6036607)

(1)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9976 to create the “Arterial Road Three-Unit Dwellings (RTA)” zone, be introduced and given first reading; and

(2)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9974, for the rezoning of 5751 Francis Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to “Arterial Road Three-Unit Dwellings (RTA)” zone, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

13.

Application by Christopher Bozyk Architects Ltd. for a Zoning Text Amendment to the “Vehicle Sales (CV)” Zone to Allow an Increase in Floor Area Ratio at 5660 Parkwood Way 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009981; ZT 18-818164) (REDMS No. 5855389; 6054363; 6080535)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9981, for a Zoning Text Amendment to the “Vehicle Sales (CV)” Zone to increase the maximum permitted Floor Area Ratio (FAR) to 0.84 for the property located at 5660 Parkwood Way, be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

14.

2019/2020 BikeBC Program Submission 
(File Ref. No. 01-0150-20-THIG1; 03-1000-18-071) (REDMS No. 6054370 v. 2)

(1)

That the submission for cost-sharing to the Province of BC 2019/2020 BikeBC Program for the Westminster Highway multi-use pathway, as described in the report, titled “2019/2020 BikeBC Program Submission” dated December 14, 2018, from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed;

(2)

That, should the above application be successful, the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Planning and Development, be authorized to execute the funding agreement; and

(3)

That the Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2019-2023) be updated accordingly.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

15.

Richmond Active Transportation Committee – Proposed 2019 Initiatives 
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-RCYC1) (REDMS No. 6042766 v. 3)

Please see Page 8 for action on this item.

16.

Recycling Depot – Potential Eco Centre Upgrade Options 
(File Ref. No. 10-6370-04-01) (REDMS No. 5968841 v. 8)

(1)

That Option 2 of the staff reported titled, “Recycling Depot – Potential Eco Centre Upgrade Options” from the Director, Public Works Operations dated January 16, 2019, be endorsed; and

(2)

That the City’s Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2019-2023) be amended to include $1,226,000 for the Recycling Depot – potential eco centre upgrade as presented under Option 2 of the staff report entitled “Recycling Depot – Potential Eco Centre Upgrade Options”, funded from the Sanitation and Recycling provision.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

17.

Fuel Purchases Agreement – Suncor Energy Products Partnership 
(File Ref. No. 03-1000-02-198) (REDMS No. 6073610)

(1)

That the City enter into an agreement, as outlined in the staff report titled “Fuel Purchases Agreement – Suncor Energy Products Partnership” dated January 3, 2019 from the Director, Public Works Operations;

(2)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Engineering & Public Works, be authorized to negotiate and execute a fuel supply and delivery contract with Suncor Energy Products Partnership on the contemplated terms and conditions of the fuel consortium contract as outlined in City of Vancouver Request for Proposals No. PS20180305 Supply and Delivery of Fuels; and

(3)

That the current fuel purchase contract with Parkland Fuel Corporation under BCPPBG Contract No. PS11122 be extended until such time as the fuel supply and delivery contract with Suncor Energy Products Partnerships is executed and fuel delivery commences under the agreement with Suncor Energy Products Partnerships.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

15.

Richmond Active Transportation Committee – Proposed 2019 Initiatives 
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-20-RCYC1) (REDMS No. 6042766 v. 3)

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It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the proposed 2019 initiatives of the Richmond Active Transportation Committee, as outlined in the staff report titled “Richmond Active Transportation Committee - Proposed 2019 Initiatives” dated December 13, 2018 from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed; and

(2)

That a copy of the report titled “Richmond Active Transportation Committee – Proposed 2019 Initiatives” be forwarded to the Richmond Council-School Board Liaison Committee for information.

The question on the motion was not called as the following amendment motion was introduced:

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It was moved and seconded

That the references to the proposed Steveston Highway (Shell Road-Mortfield Gate) Pathway and the No. 6 Road Multi-Use Pathway be removed from the staff report.

The question on the amendment motion was not called as it was noted that the proposed pathway projects on Steveston Highway (Shell-Mortfield Gate) and No. 6 Road referenced in the staff report was related to feedback submitted by the Richmond Active Transportation Committee. Staff advised that the proposed projects will be reviewed by Transportation staff and will be presented to Council through the capital budget process.

The question on the amendment motion was then called and it was DEFEATED with all members of Council opposed.

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

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Councillor Linda McPhail, Chair

18.

Application by Landcraft Homes Ltd. for Rezoning at 4226 Williams Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) to Arterial Road Two-Unit Dwellings (RDA) 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009973/009975; RZ 17-768134) (REDMS No. 6040432 v. 2; 6042671; 5845266)

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It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9975 to create the “Arterial Road Two-Unit Dwellings (RDA)” zone, be introduced and given first reading; and

(2)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9973, for the rezoning of 4226 Williams Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Arterial Road Two-Unit Dwellings (RDA)”, be introduced and given first reading.

The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued with regard to the parking design layout and the proposed number of parking spaces on-site.

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

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE 
Councillor Chak Au, Chair

19.

George Massey Crossing – Findings of Independent Technical Review 
(File Ref. No. 01-0150-20-THIG1; 10-6350-05-08) (REDMS No. 5920748 v. 7)

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It was moved and seconded

That a letter requesting the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure:

(1)

pursue short-term strategic improvements to the Steveston Highway interchange and expedite the completion of a business case for Highway 99 crossing improvements, as detailed in the staff report titled “George Massey Crossing – Findings of Independent Technical Review” dated December 21, 2018 from the Director, Transportation;

(2)

work with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority to limit port traffic from using the George Massey Tunnel Crossing during peak hours; and

(3)

request that TransLink and the Ministry of Transportation review increasing bus capacity for routes along the George Massey Tunnel Crossing;

be endorsed; and

(4)

that copies of the letter be sent to Richmond Members of the Legislative Assembly.

Cllr. Wolfe left the meeting (8:13 p.m.) and returned (8:16 p.m.).

The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued with regard to proposed (i) potential Rice Mill Road extension, (ii) improvements to the Steveston Highway interchange, and (iii) restrictions to truck traffic through the George Massey Tunnel during peak hours.

A historical Provincial press release announcing transit improvements on Highway 99 and George Massey Tunnel was distributed (attached to and forming part of these minutes as Schedule 1). Staff were directed to include Schedule 1 along with the letter.

There was agreement to deal with Parts (1), (3) and (4) separately.

The question on Parts (1), (3) and (4) of Resolution R19/2-8 was then called and it was CARRIED.

The question on Part (2) of Resolution R19/2-8was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. Loo opposed.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS

Mayor Brodie announced that Heather Larson has been appointed as the Board of Education liaison to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2019, with Norman Goldstein as alternate.

Mayor Brodie also noted that the Mayor’s Annual Address will take place at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce’s luncheon at the Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport on February 28, 2019 and that tickets are available from the Richmond Chamber of Commerce.

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

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It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Housing Agreement (6551 No. 3 Road) Bylaw No. 9952

Market Rental Agreement (Housing Agreement) (6551 No. 3 Road) Bylaw No. 9980

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9752

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9753

CARRIED

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It was moved and seconded

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9758 be adopted

CARRIED 
Opposed: Cllrs. Day 
Greene

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

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20.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on January 16, 2019, and the  Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on May 16, 2018, be received for information; and

(2)

That the recommendation of the Panel to authorize the issuance of a Development Permit (DP 15-715522) for the property at 9251/9271 Beckwith Road be endorsed, and the Permit so issued.

The question on the motion was not called as the following referral motion was introduced:

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It was moved and seconded

That the Development Permit (DP 15-715522) application for the property at 9251/9271 Beckwith Road be referred to the Regular Council meeting scheduled on February 25, 2019 and that staff report back on:

(1)

opportunities to receive feedback from the Advisory Committee on the Environment (ACE) regarding the Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) of the subject site;

(2)

options to relocate homeless individuals who may be living on the subject site;

(3)

progress made to address the unsightliness of the premises and working with property owner to clean up the site;

(4)

the remaining Environmentally Sensitive Areas considered old fields and shrub land;

(5)

options to work with the applicant to work within the minimum 3.0 metre setback instead of the requested variance of zero; and

(6)

options to increase plant coverage on-site.

The question on the referral motion was not called as staff responded to queries from Council, noting that (i) a third-party environmental assessment of the subject site was undertaken, (ii) approximately 345m² of ESA on-site and 400m² of ESA on City-owned property along the Bridgeport Trail will be enhanced, (iii) the City is coordinating with the property owner, along with the Richmond RCMP Vulnerable Persons Unit and a Provincial outreach worker to address homeless individuals sheltering on-site, (iv) clearing of the site may take place once all individuals sheltering on-site are relocated, and (v) the Advisory Committee on the Environment does not review applications unless directed by Council.

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

The question on Part (1) of the motion was then called and it was CARRIED.

ADJOURNMENT

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It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:41 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 28, 2019.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)