June 14, 2021 - Minutes
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Regular Council
Monday, June 14, 2021
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Council Chambers |
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Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie Corporate Officer – Claudia Jesson |
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Call to Order: |
Mayor Brodie called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. |
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Mayor Brodie introduced Honourable Justice Richard Miller, Provincial Court Judge, to administer the Oath of Office and Oath of Allegiance on Councillor-Elect Andy Hobbs. |
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Justice Miller then administered the Oaths of Office and the Oaths of Allegiance on the Councillor-Elect Hobbs. |
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On behalf of Council, Mayor Brodie expressed his gratitude to Justice Miller for officiating at this evening’s proceedings. |
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R21/11-1 |
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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 May 25, 2021, be adopted as circulated; and |
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the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Brief’ dated May 28, 2021, be received for information. |
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CARRIED |
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AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS |
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R21/11-2 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Part (2)(a) of Item No. 21 – “YVR Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment (2021)” be amended to the following: |
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“define the process and scope of the planning process including diligent consultation with the residents of Burkeville and Richmond in general that will precede any development in the areas proposed to be amended; and” |
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CARRIED |
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CHANGES IN APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL MEMBERS TO ANY EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS |
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Mayor Brodie noted that no changes are recommended. |
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CHANGES TO STANDING COMMITTEES AND THEIR COMPOSITION BY THE MAYOR (in accordance with the Community Charter) |
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Mayor Brodie announced the following Standing Committees and their membership: |
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COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE |
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Cllr. Bill McNulty (Chair) |
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PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE |
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Cllr. Chak Au (Chair) |
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CHANGES IN APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (AND THEIR ALTERNATES) AS THE LIAISONS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND ORGANIZATIONS |
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R21/11-3 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) be appointed: |
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Council/School Board Liaison Committee – Cllr. Alexa Loo and |
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Richmond Centre for Disability – Cllr. Andy Hobbs; and |
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Richmond Sister City Advisory Committee – Cllr. Andy Hobbs. |
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CARRIED |
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CHANGES IN APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL AS THE LIAISONS TO COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS |
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R21/11-4 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) be appointed: |
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City Centre Community Association – Cllr. Andy Hobbs. |
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CARRIED |
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CHANGES IN APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL AS THE LIAISONS TO VARIOUS BOARDS |
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Mayor Brodie noted that no changes are recommended. |
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CHANGES IN APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL AS THE LIAISONS TO VARIOUS SOCIETIES |
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R21/11-5 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) be appointed: |
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London Heritage Farm Society – Cllr. Andy Hobbs; and |
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Minoru Seniors Society – Cllr. Andy Hobbs. |
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CARRIED |
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CHANGES IN APPOINTMENT OF ACTING MAYORS FROM JUNE 15, 2020 TO NOVEMBER 8, 2021 |
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R21/11-6 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Acting Mayors be appointed until November 8, 2021: |
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May 1 – June 15, 2021 |
Cllr. Carol Day |
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June 16 – July 31, 2021 |
Cllr. Chak Au |
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August 1 – September 15, 2021 |
Cllr. Andy Hobbs |
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September 16 – November 8, 2021 |
Cllr. Alexa Loo |
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CARRIED |
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE |
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R21/11-7 |
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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 (7:19 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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Delegations from the floor on Agenda items. |
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Item No. 21 – YVR Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment (2021) |
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Lori Cockerill, Richmond resident, expressed concern with regard to the Vancouver Airport Authority’s consultation process with Burkville residents and suggested that the Authority place a permanent Burkeville representative to their Board of Directors. |
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Item No. 21 – YVR Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment (2021) |
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Tamas Revoczi, Richmond resident, expressed concern with regard to the Vancouver Airport Authority’s consultation process with Burkville residents and commented on ways to improve active collaboration with the Authority. |
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R21/11-8 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Committee rise and report (7:33 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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CONSENT AGENDA |
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R21/11-9 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Items No. 17 through No. 20 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 May 26, 2021; |
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the General Purposes Committee meeting held on June 7, 2021; |
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the Finance Committee meeting held on June 7, 2021; and |
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the Planning Committee meeting held on June 8, 2021; |
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be received for information. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Renaming of Minoru Place Activity Centre – 7660 |
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That the Minoru Place Activity Centre at 7660 Minoru Gate, currently awaiting renovation for conversion to a Community Arts Education and Program Space, be renamed Richmond Cultural Centre Annex as presented in the report titled “Renaming of Minoru Place Activity Centre – 7660 Minoru Gate,” dated April 12, 2021, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Museum and Heritage Services Year in Review 2020 |
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That the staff report titled, “Museum and Heritage Services Year in Review 2020,” dated April 24, 2021, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be circulated to Community Partners and Funders for their information. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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Application To Amend Liquor Primary Liquor Licence # 307706 From Monkey 9 Brewing Pub Corp Doing Business As: Monkey 9 Brew Pub - 180 – 14200 Entertainment Blvd. |
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That the application from Monkey 9 Brewing Pub Corp., doing business as, Monkey 9 Brew Pub, for an amendment to Liquor Primary Licence # 307706 to request an increase to the occupant capacity by 260 persons at 180 – 14200 Entertainment Blvd., be supported for: |
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Total person capacity to be amended and set at 460 persons; |
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No changes to the hours of service currently set at Monday to Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM; and |
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That a letter be sent to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch, which includes the information attached as Appendix A, advising that Council recommends the approval of the licence amendment for the reasons that this amendment has been determined, following public consultation, to be acceptable in the area and community. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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YVR Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment (2021) |
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Please see page 8 for action on the item. |
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Recommended Long-Term Streetscape Visions for Bayview, Chatham and Moncton Streets |
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Please see page 10 for action on this item. |
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CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA |
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YVR Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment (2021) |
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R21/11-10 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Council receive the report titled “YVR Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment (2021)” dated May 20, 2021 from the Director, Policy Planning for information; and |
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That Council support the proposed amendment to the YVR 2037 Master Plan in principle, subject to a request that YVR: |
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define the process and scope of the planning process including diligent consultation with the residents of Burkeville and Richmond in general that will precede any development in the areas proposed to be amended; and |
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refine the “Groundside Commercial” land use designation south of the South Runway to clarify YVR’s stated intent to limit retail to be local-serving. |
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The question on the motion was not called as it was suggested that copies of correspondence sent to the Vancouver Airport Authority by the City be sent to Richmond Members of Parliament and that the Richmond City Council meet with the new CEO of the Vancouver Airport Authority and staff on the matter. |
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Discussion ensued with regard to (i) the Vancouver Airport Authority’s consultation process, (ii) potential impact of future development on the Burkville area and local traffic, and (iii) the potential impact of proposed expansion or addition of runways. |
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As a result of the discussion, the following amendment motion was introduced: |
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R21/11-11 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Part (2) be amended to the following: |
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“That Council request that YVR:” |
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The question on the amendment motion was not called as staff responded to queries, noting that YVR can seek approval directly from the Federal Ministry of Transportation. |
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The question on the amendment motion was then called and it was |
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Discussion then ensued advocating for a regional airport model to reduce air traffic on YVR, and as a result, staff were directed to provide Council with more information on the matter. |
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The question on the motion, as amended, which reads as follows: |
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That Council receive the report titled “YVR Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment (2021)” dated May 20, 2021 from the Director, Policy Planning for information; and |
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That Council support the proposed amendment to the YVR 2037 Master Plan in principle, subject to a request that YVR: |
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define the process and scope of the planning process including diligent consultation with the residents of Burkeville and Richmond in general that will precede any development in the areas proposed to be amended, and that that copies of City’s correspondence to YVR be sent to Richmond Members of Parliament; |
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refine the “Groundside Commercial” land use designation south of the South Runway to clarify YVR’s stated intent to limit retail to be local-serving; and |
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schedule a meeting with the CEO and staff of the Vancouver Airport Authority and Richmond City Council. |
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was then called and it was CARRIED. |
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Recommended Long-Term Streetscape Visions for Bayview, Chatham and Moncton Streets |
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R21/11-12 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That as described in the report titled “Recommended Long-Term Streetscape Visions for Bayview, Chatham and Moncton Streets” dated May 7, 2021 from the Director, Transportation: |
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The frontage surface elements and suite of street furniture be endorsed; |
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The long-term roadway geometry be endorsed; and |
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Staff be directed to report back with an implementation strategy. |
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued with regard to (i) the timeframe for implementation, (ii) the proposed removal of parking spaces along Bayview Avenue and potential impact on accessibility, (iii) the impact of potential future bus transit route adjustments in the area, |
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As a result of the discussion, the following referral motion was introduced: |
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R21/11-13 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the staff report titled “Recommended Long-Term Streetscape Visions for Bayview, Chatham and Moncton Streets” dated May 7, 2021 from the Director, Transportation, be referred back to the Planning Committee for additional discussion. |
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CARRIED |
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NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS |
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PLANNING COMMITTEE |
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Application by Vivid Green Architects Inc. for Rezoning at 6740 and 6780 Francis Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” Zone to a new Site Specific “Two-Unit Dwellings (ZD7) – Francis Road (Blundell)” Zone |
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R21/11-14 |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10271, to create a new “Two-Unit Dwellings (ZD7) – Francis Road (Blundell)” site specific zone, be introduced and given first reading; and |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10277, for the rezoning of 6740 and 6780 Francis Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to the “Two-Unit Dwellings (ZD7) – Francis Road (Blundell)” zone, be introduced and given first reading. |
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued with regard to (i) options to develop the site into townhouses, (ii) options to redesign the proposed three-driveway configuration into a single driveway, and (iii) the development of higher density projects to improve housing affordability. |
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The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED with |
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Application by Doxa Development for Rezoning at 6700 Francis Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” Zone to the Site Specific “Two-Unit Dwellings (ZD7) – Francis Road (Blundell)” Zone |
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R21/11-15 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10273, for the rezoning of 6700 Francis Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to a new site specific “Two-Unit Dwellings (ZD7) – Francis Road (Blundell)” zone, be introduced and given first reading. |
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CARRIED |
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FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES DIVISION |
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2020 Annual Report and 2020 Annual Report Highlights |
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R21/11-16 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the reports titled, “2020 Annual Report and 2020 Annual Report – Highlights” be approved. |
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The question on the motion was not called as it was suggested that hard copies of the report be made available to the public in the City Hall entrance and that staff examine presenting the annual report using a video format in the future. |
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The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED. |
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PUBLIC DELEGATIONS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS |
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R21/11-17 |
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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 (8:37 p.m.). |
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With the aid of a PowerPoint presentation (copy on-file, City Clerk’s Office), Anastasia French and Stephen von Sychowski, presented on the Living Wage for Families campaign and encouraged the City to initiate the certification process to adopt living wage initiatives. |
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Discussion ensued with regard to the timeline for certification, and as a result, the following referral motion was introduced: |
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R21/11-18 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the presentation by Anastasia French and Stephen von |
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Chaslynn Gillanders and Howard Grant, Richmond residents, presented on recognition of Indigenous People and land and spoke on |
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Discussion ensued regarding current City initiatives that promote cultural awareness and diversity and it was suggested that staff examine opportunities to schedule meetings with local First Nation leaders and the City. |
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As a result of the discussion, the following referral motion was introduced: |
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R21/11-19 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the presentation by Chaslynn Gillanders and Howard Grant on the recognition of Indigenous People be referred to staff for analysis, and report back. |
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R21/11-20 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Committee rise and report (9:02 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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BYLAW FOR ADOPTION |
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R21/11-21 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Business Regulation Bylaw No. 7538, Amendment Bylaw No. 10263 be adopted. |
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ADJOURNMENT |
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R21/11-22 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the meeting adjourn (9:06 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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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, June 14, 2021. |
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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie) |
Corporate Officer (Claudia Jesson) |