February 25, 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 Linda McPhail
Councillor Harold Steves
Councillor Michael Wolfe

Corporate Officer – David Weber

Absent:

Councillor Bill McNulty

Call to Order:

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

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

R19/4-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on February 11, 2019, be adopted as circulated; and

(2)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on February 19, 2019, be adopted as circulated.

CARRIED

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

R19/4-2

It was moved and seconded

That Part (1) of Item No. 21 – “2019 Parks, Recreation and Community Events Grants” be revised to delete “and $1,000 for Rabbitats Rescue Society.”

CARRIED

PRESENTATION

With the aid of a visual presentation (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office), Magnus Sinclair, Acting Coordinator, Parks Programs, highlighted that the City’s Street Banner Program is a component of the Partners for Beautification initiative, which encourages Richmond residents to participate in the beautification of their city.

He advised that the submissions were all original images reflecting the following themes: Island City; Waterfront; The Arts; City Centre; Urban Farming; Transportation; Culture; Nature; Active Living; and Heritage.

Prior to announcing the winning banners, Mr. Sinclair recognized the following volunteer panel of judges for their contribution to the Street Banner Program:   Terri Martin, representing the Nature Park Society, Jennifer Heine, Glen Andersen and Samantha Kim, representing the Public Art Advisory Committee, and Lei Tian, representing the Richmond Art Gallery Association.

The winning artists and the titles of their banners art were then announced as follows:

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Regina Cid – Kuno Garden;

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Gent Ng – The Boathouse View;

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Megan Yung – Dawn to Dusk;

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Bebe Zhang – Marine Wildlife;

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Tristan Todd – Cranberries;

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Nick Fruhling – Steveston Tram;

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Darrell Barr – Buoy at Sunset;

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Victor Jacinto – Hummingbird in Flight; and

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Bryan Huang – Gary Point Sunset.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R19/4-3

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:14 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items – None.

R19/4-4

4.

It was moved and seconded

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

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

R19/4-5

5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items No. 6 through No. 19, with the removal of Items No. 15 and No. 16, be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the special Finance Committee meeting held on February 11, 2019;

(2)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on February 12, 2019;

(3)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on February 19, 2019;

(4)

the Planning Committee meeting held on February 20, 2019;

(5)

the Public Works and Transportation Committee meeting held on February 21, 2019;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Richmond Fire-Rescue Monthly Activity Report – December 2018 
(File Ref. No. 09-5375-02) (REDMS No. 6076052)

(1)

That the staff report titled “Richmond Fire-Rescue Monthly Activity Report – December 2018”, dated January 14, 2019, from the Fire Chief, Richmond Fire-Rescue, be received for information; and

(2)

That a letter be written to the Minister of Health enquiring about the potential to grant Fire-Rescue personnel the ability to perform basic paramedic duties to support BC Ambulance Service, and to seek funding from the provincial government to train Richmond Fire-Rescue personnel and for the City’s additional operating costs, with copies to the Premier of BC and the Federal Minister of Health.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Youth Mental Health 
(File Ref. No. 09-5355-01)

That a letter be written to appropriate federal and provincial authorities to examine the effects of social media use and possible protections that may be implemented to safeguard youth.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

2019 Arts and Culture Grants Program 
(File Ref. No. 03-1085-01) (REDMS No. 6059091 v. 2, 6059844, 6045659)

That the 2019 Arts and Culture Grants be awarded for the recommended amounts and cheques disbursed for a total of $114,524, as outlined in the report titled “2019 Arts and Culture Grants Program” dated January 10, 2019 from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

2019 Health, Social and Safety Grants 
(File Ref. No. 03-1085-01) (REDMS No. 6057796 v. 3, 6075319, 5950178)

That the 2019 Health, Social and Safety Services Grants be awarded for the recommended amounts and funding cycles, and cheques disbursed for a total of $614,590 as per the report titled “2019 Health, Social and Safety Grants”, dated January 16, 2019, from the Manager of Community Social Development (Attachment 1) and include the addition of:

(a)

$500 to the Stigma-Free Society grant allocation for a total of $2,500;

(b)

$316 to the Richmond Amateur Radio Club grant allocation for a total of $2,000;

(c)

$500 to the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Society of British Columbia grant allocation for a total of $2,500; and

(d)

$1,000 to the Turning Point Recovery Society grant allocation for a total of $8,500.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

11.

2019 Child Care Grants 
(File Ref. No. 03-1085-01) (REDMS No. 6010376 v. 8, 5364413, 5955401, 6010359, 6056045)

That, as per the report titled “2019 Child Care Grants,” dated January 10, 2019, from the Manager of Community Social Development:

(1)

the Child Care Capital and Professional and Program Development Grants be awarded for the recommended amounts and cheques be disbursed for a total of $54,187; and

(2)

 a second Child Care Capital Grant intake for 2019 be scheduled to utilize the balance of unspent capital funds of $25,720.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

12.

Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee 2018 Annual Report and 2019 Work Program 
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-RIAD1-01) (REDMS No. 6088363 v. 2, 5991586, 6037999)

That the staff report titled “Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee 2018 Annual Report and 2019 Work Program,” dated January 31, 2019, from the Manager of Community Social Development, be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

13.

Naming of Child Care Facility, 10311 River Drive 
(File Ref. No. 07-3070-20-015) (REDMS No. 6087358 v. 6, 5361660)

That the City’s child care facility being constructed at 10311 River Drive (Northview Estates/Parc Riviera) be named River Run Early Care and Learning Centre, as outlined in the report titled “Naming of Child Care Facility, 10311 River Drive,” dated February 11, 2019, from the Manager of Community Social Development, be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

14.

Application by Zget Holdings Corp. for Rezoning at 6031 Blundell Road from “Land Use Contract 128” to “Community Commercial (CC)” 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009891; RZ 16-745849) (REDMS No. 6080245, 6120463)

(1)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9891 to:

(a)

rezone 6031 Blundell Road from “Land Use Contract 128” to the “Community Commercial (CC)” zone; and

(b)

discharge “Land Use Contract 128”, entered into pursuant to “Eugene Clarence Neumeyer and Mildred Neumeyer Land Use Contract By-law No. 3614 (RD81039)” from the title of 6031 Blundell Road;

(2)

be introduced and given first reading.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

15.

Application by Penta Builders Group for Rezoning at 7671 Acheson Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) to Single Detached (RS2/A) 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009946; RZ 18-827880) (REDMS No. 5995558, 5995751)

Please see Page 8 for action on this matter.

16.

Application by Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning Ltd. for a Zoning Text Amendment to the “Vehicle Sales (CV)” Zone to Increase the Floor Area Ratio to 0.94 at 13171 and a portion of 13251 Smallwood Place 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009969; ZT 18-835424) (REDMS No. 6025145, 2221494, 6119240, 6026921)

Please see Page 9 for action on this matter.

17.

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee – Proposed 2019 Initiatives 
(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-TSAD1-01) (REDMS No. 6051615 v. 2)

(1)

That the proposed 2019 initiatives for the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee, as outlined in the staff report titled “Traffic Safety Advisory Committee - Proposed 2019 Initiatives” dated January 18, 2019 from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed; and

(2)

That a copy of the above staff report be forwarded to the Richmond Council-School Board Liaison Committee for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

18.

2018 Zero Waste Conference Update 
(File Ref. No. 01-0157-20-ZWAS1) (REDMS No. 6049391 v. 5)

(1)

That the report regarding “2018 Zero Waste Conference Update” dated February 1, 2019, from the Director, Public Works Operations be received for information;

(2)

That letters be sent to the Board Chair of Metro Vancouver and the Federal and Provincial Ministers, Environment and Climate Change, requesting their leadership in advancing the circular economy agenda under a broad-based approach;

(3)

That staff participate in regional and provincial forums relating to the circular economy agenda and report back at appropriate intervals;

(4)

That staff review the City’s current purchasing practices for ways to support the circular economy; and

(5)

That a more proactive approach be taken to increase awareness of the City’s commercial organics, recycling and garbage collection pilot program.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

19.

2019 Liquid Waste Management Plan Biennial Report 
(File Ref. No. 01-0157-30-LWMP1) (REDMS No. 6074892 v. 7, 6057820)

That the staff report titled “2019 Liquid Waste Management Plan Biennial Report,” dated January 25, 2019, from the Director, Engineering, be submitted to Metro Vancouver.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

15.

Application by Penta Builders Group for Rezoning at 7671 Acheson Road from Single Detached (RS1/E) to Single Detached (RS2/A) 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009946; RZ 18-827880) (REDMS No. 5995558, 5995751)

R19/4-6

It was moved and seconded

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9946, for the rezoning of 7671 Acheson Road from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/A)”, be introduced and given first reading.

The question on Resolution R19/4-6 was not called as discussion took place on the proposed tree management plan, and concern was expressed with regard to the lack of tree retention; it was suggested that the City’s Tree Protection Bylaw No. 8057 be amended to improve tree retention on sites subject to new development.

In reply to query from the Chair, Wayne Craig, Director, Development, remarked that the City currently requires that two trees be replaced where one is removed, and that efforts are made to manipulate building envelopes on new sites to accommodate existing healthy trees.

The question on Resolution R19/4-6 was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Day, Greene, and Wolfe opposed.

16.

Application by Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning Ltd. for a Zoning Text Amendment to the “Vehicle Sales (CV)” Zone to Increase the Floor Area Ratio to 0.94 at 13171 and a portion of 13251 Smallwood Place 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-009969; ZT 18-835424) (REDMS No. 6025145, 2221494, 6119240, 6026921)

R19/4-7

It was moved and seconded

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9969, for a Zoning Text amendment to the “Vehicle Sales (CV)” zone to increase the maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) to 0.94 at 13171 and a portion of 13251 Smallwood Place, be introduced and given first reading.

The question on Resolution R19/4-7 was not called as discussion ensued with regard to the proposed height of the building and in particular how its shadowing may negatively affect the adjacent Environmentally Sensitive Area.

In reply to queries from Council, Mr. Craig advised that the proposed building is marginally taller than existing buildings at the Richmond Auto Mall, and the inclusion of solar panels on the building’s roof were examined and found not to be feasible.

Discussion took place on density at the Richmond Auto Mall and George Duncan, Chief Administrative Officer, referenced past discussions with the Richmond Auto Mall on its expansion, noting that in an effort to preserve land in the Agricultural Land Reserve, it was suggested in the past that the Auto Mall densify within its immediate precinct.

Discussion further ensued on the environmental aspects of the proposed applications, and as a result, the following referral motion was introduced:

It was moved and seconded

That the Application by Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning Ltd. for a Zoning Text Amendment to the “Vehicle Sales (CV)” Zone to Increase the Floor Area Ratio to 0.94 at 13171 and a portion of 13251 Smallwood Place, be referred back to staff for more sustainable options.

DEFEATED
Opposed:  Mayor Brodie
Cllrs. Au
Loo
McPhail
Steves

The question on Resolution R19/4-7 was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Greene and Wolfe opposed.

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

20.

Hollybridge Way Public Art Landmark Proposed Location 
(File Ref. No. 11-7000-09-20-244) (REDMS No. 6059508 v. 9)

R19/4-8

It was moved and seconded

That the proposed location for the Hollybridge Way Public Art Landmark artwork “Typhas” by artists Charlotte Wall and Puya Khalili, as presented in the report titled “Hollybridge Way Public Art Landmark Proposed Location,” dated January 16, 2019, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be endorsed.

The question on Resolution R19/4-8 was not called as concern was expressed with regard to the proposed location for the public art installation.  As a result, the following referral motion was introduced:

It was moved and seconded

That the proposed location for the Hollybridge Way Public Art Landmark artwork “Typhas” by artists Charlotte Wall and Puya Khalili, as presented in the report titled “Hollybridge Way Public Art Landmark Proposed Location,” dated January 16, 2019, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be referred back to staff.

The question on the referral motion was not called as in reply to queries from Council, Jane Fernyhough, Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, advised that the staff report on public art to be considered at the February 26, 2019 Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee is in regard to options for use of private developer public art contribution funds, and the proposed public art installation is funded through the City’s public art program.

The question on the referral motion was then called and it was DEFEATED with Mayor Brodie, Cllrs. Au, Greene, Loo, and McPhail opposed.

The question on Resolution R19/4-8 was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Day, Steves, and Wolfe opposed.

21.

2019 Parks, Recreation and Community Events Grants 
(File Ref. No. 03-1085-01) (REDMS No. 6047179 v. 13, 6047157, 6080248, 6046994)

R19/4-9

It was moved and seconded

That the 2019 Parks, Recreation and Community Events Grants be awarded for the recommended amounts and funding cycles, and cheques disbursed for a total of $87,616 and include:

(1)

the removal of $23,000 for KidSport; and

(2)

the addition of:

(a)

$600 to the East Richmond Community Association grant allocation for a total of $1,800;

(b)

$600 to the BC Kitefliers’ Association grant allocation for a total of $1,200; and

(c)

$316 to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society grant allocation for a total of $1,316;

as identified in Attachment 1 of the staff report titled “2019 Parks, Recreation and Community Events Grants,” dated January 14, 2019, from the Director, Recreation and Sport Services.

CARRIED

In accordance with Section 100 of the Community Charter, Councillor Alexa Loo declared herself to be in a conflict of interest with respect to Item No. 21 as she is a board member for KidSport and left the meeting 8:11 p.m.

R19/4-10

It was moved and seconded

(3)

That $23,000 be awarded to KidSport – Richmond Chapter as identified in Attachment 1 of the staff report titled “2019 Parks, Recreation and Community Events Grants,” dated January 14, 2019, from the Director, Recreation and Sport Services.

CARRIED

Councillor Loo returned to the meeting 8:12 p.m.

PUBLIC DELEGATIONS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

R19/4-11

22.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on non‑agenda items (8:13 p.m.).

CARRIED

Phil Dunham and Don Creamer, Richmond Poverty Response Committee, spoke to the #All On Board Transit Campaign.

Mr. Dunham requested that Richmond City Council approve the #All On Board Transit Campaign resolution and advocate TransLink’s Mayors’ Council and the provincial government to implement improvements to the transit fare system such as (i) free transit for individuals up to 18 years of age, (ii) a sliding scale for fares for low-income individuals, and (iii) changes to transit fines system.

Don Creamer spoke in favour of the #All On Board Transit Campaign, and commented on his personal experience with regard to transit fines and its domino effect on other services and aspects of his life.

As a result of the non-agenda delegation, the following referral motion was introduced:

R19/4-12

It was moved and seconded

That the #All On Board Transit Campaign be referred to staff for analysis and to bring back recommendations in one month.

CARRIED

R19/4-13

23.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (8:24 p.m.).

CARRIED

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R19/4-14

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Housing Agreement (23200 Gilley Road) Bylaw No. 9955

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9670
(4331 and 4431 Vanguard Road, ZT 16-740866)

Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 9899

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R19/4-15

24.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on February 13, 2019, and the Chair’s reports for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on May 16, 2018, August 29, 2018, and February 13, 2019 and memorandum dated February 21, 2019 from the Director, Development, 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 revised as per the staff memorandum dated February 22, 2019 from the Director, Development and be endorsed, and the Permit so issued;

(3)

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

(a)

a Development Permit (DP 17-782793) for the property at 4331 and 4431 Vanguard Road; and

(b)

a Development Permit (DP 18-831623) for the property at 8071 and 8091 Park Road;

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R19/4-16

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:36 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, February 25, 2019.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (David Weber)