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ITEM

MINUTES

1.

Motion to:

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(1)

adopt the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on July 12, 2021;

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(2)

adopt the minutes of the Special Council meeting held on June 19, 2021; and

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(3)

adopt the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on June 19, 2021.

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

PRESENTATION

Lauren Matthias, Project Director for the Steveston Interchange Project, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, to present on Highway 99 Corridor improvements.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

2.

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

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR LEGAL REASONS, DELEGATIONS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON ZONING OR OCP AMENDMENT BYLAWS WHICH ARE TO BE ADOPTED OR ON DEVELOPMENT PERMITS/DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMITS – ITEM NO. 22.

4.

Motion to rise and report.

RATIFICATION OF COMMITTEE ACTION

CONSENT AGENDA

PLEASE NOTE THAT ITEMS APPEARING ON THE CONSENT AGENDA WHICH PRESENT A CONFLICT OF INTEREST FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.

CONSENT AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS

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Receipt of Committee minutes

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RCMP Monthly Activity Report - May 2021

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BC Emergency Health Services

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Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library - Concept Design and Capital Budget

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Application for a New Liquor Primary Licence - Savage Creek Golf Course (2008) Ltd - 7388 No. 6 Road, Richmond, BC

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Soil Use for the Placement of Fill Application for the Property PID: 013-082-434 (4500 Blk No. 8 Road) - Maybog Farms Ltd.

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Amendments to the Council Procedure Bylaw –  Meetings by Means of Electronic or Other Communication Facilities

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Lower Mainland Flood Management Strategy Communications Plan

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2020 Annual Water Quality Report

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Single-Use Bylaw No. 10000 Community Engagement Summary Report and Implementation Plan

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Community Services – Non-profit Organizations Wellness Check

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Community Environmental Enhancement Grants Program

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Land use applications for first reading (to be further considered at the Public Hearing on September 7, 2021):

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3220/3240 Blundell Road – Rezone from RS1/E to RS2/C (Rav Bains – applicant)

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7220 Railway Avenue – Rezone from RS1/E to RC2 (Rick Sian – applicant)

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10726/10728 River Drive – Rezone from RD1 to RS2/B (Madan Aheer – applicant)

5.

Motion to adopt Items No. 6 through No. 20 by general consent.

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

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(1)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on July 13, 2021;

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(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on July 19, 2021;

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(3)

the Public Works and Transportation Committee meeting held on July 20, 2021;

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(4)

the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee meeting held on July 20, 2021; and

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(5)

the Special Planning Committee meeting held on July 21, 2021;

be received for information.

7.

RCMP MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT - MAY 2021
(File Ref. No. 09-5000-01) (REDMS No. 6678185)

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See Page CNCL-62 for full report

COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That a letter be written to the provincial government requesting an update on the auxiliary police program, including the possibility of expanding the program, and that copies be sent to neighbouring municipalities.

8.

BC Emergency Health Services 
(File Ref. No.) 

COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That a follow-up letter be written to the Minister of Health requesting a status update on the BC Emergency Health Services, especially ambulance services.

9.

Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library - Concept Design and Capital Budget 
(File Ref. No. 06-2050-20-SCC) (REDMS No. 6639392)

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See Page CNCL-79 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the concept floor plans as outlined in the report titled, “Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library – Concept Design and Capital Budget,” dated June 30, 2021 from the Director, Facilities and Project Development and the Director, Recreation and Sport Services be approved;

(2)

That the existing Steveston Community Centre and Library be demolished as outlined in the report titled, “Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library – Concept Design and Capital Budget, dated June 30, 2021 from the Director, Facilities and Project Development and the Director, Recreation and Sport Services;

(3)

That the capital budget in the amount of $90 million (2023 dollars) be approved and funded from the following sources as outlined in the report titled, “Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library – Concept Design and Capital Budget,” dated June 30, 2021 from the Director, Facilities and Project Development and the Director, Recreation and Sport Services:

(a)

$63,000,000 from the Capital Building and Infrastructure Reserve;

(b)

$21,333,812 from the Capital Reserve (Revolving Fund); and

(c)

$5,666,188 from the Steveston Community Amenity provision;

(4)

That a Construction Escalation Contingency in the amount of $5 million be approved and funded by the Capital Reserve (Revolving Fund) as outlined in the report titled, “Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library – Concept Design and Capital Budget,” dated June 30, 2021 from the Director, Facilities and Project Development and the Director, Recreation and Sport Services; and

(5)

That the Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2021-2025) be amended accordingly.

(6)

That staff examine alternative sources of funding for the Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library and anticipated future capital needs, and report back.

10.

Application For A New Liquor Primary Licence - Savage Creek Golf Course (2008) Ltd - 7388 No. 6 Road, Richmond, BC 
(File Ref. No. 12-8275-30-001) (REDMS No. 6686144)

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See Page CNCL-102 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the application from Savage Creek Golf Course (2008) Ltd., for a new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence to compliment the Golf Course, at premises located at 7388 No. 6 Road, with liquor service, be supported for:

(a)

A new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence with proposed indoor occupancy set at 32 persons and outdoor patio set at 28 persons for a total person capacity of 60 persons; and

(b)

Proposed hours of liquor sales from Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

(2)

That a letter be sent to Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch, which includes the information attached as Appendix A, advising that Council recommends the approval of the licence application for the reasons that this new application for a Liquor Primary Licence has been determined, following public consultation, to be acceptable in the area and community.

11.

Soil Use for the Placement of Fill Application for the Property PID: 013-082-434 (4500 Blk No. 8 Road) - Maybog Farms Ltd. 
(File Ref. No. 12-8080-12-01) (REDMS No. 6705466)

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See Page CNCL-112 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the ‘Soil Use for the Placement of Fill’ application, proposing to retain soil deposited in order to facilitate the construction of a cranberry processing facility, submitted by Maybog Farms Ltd. for the Property PID: 013-082-434 be endorsed and referred to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) for the ALC’s review and decision.

12.

Amendments to the Council Procedure Bylaw –  Meetings By Means of Electronic or Other Communication Facilities 
(File Ref. No.) (REDMS No. 6709686)

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See Page CNCL-154 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Council Procedure Bylaw No. 7560, Amendment Bylaw No. 10202, which introduces amendments relating to participation by means of electronic or other communication facilities, be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

13.

Lower Mainland Flood Management Strategy Communications Plan 
(File Ref. No. 10-6060-01) (REDMS No. 6696234)

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See Page CNCL-161 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the staff report titled “Lower Mainland Flood Management Strategy Communications Plan”, dated June 23, 2021, from the Director, Engineering, be endorsed; and

(2)

That letters be sent to the Lower Mainland Flood Management Strategy Leadership Committee members, local MPs and MLAs, appropriate ministers, deputy ministers and assistant deputy ministers to communicate Richmond’s position on regional flood protection management.

14.

2020 Annual Water Quality Report
(File Ref. No. 10-6000-01) (REDMS No. 6676124)

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See Page CNCL-166 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the annual report titled, “2020 Annual Water Quality Report” dated June 1, 2021, from the Interim Director, Public Works Operations, be endorsed and be made available to the community on the City’s website and through various communication tools including social media channels and as part of community outreach initiatives.

15.

Single-Use Bylaw No. 10000 Community Engagement Summary Report and Implementation Plan 
(File Ref. No. 10-6370-01) (REDMS No. 6655398)

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See Page CNCL-235 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the Community Engagement Summary Report as presented in the staff report dated June 16, 2021, titled “Single-Use Bylaw No. 10000 Community Engagement Summary Report and Implementation Plan”, from the Interim Director, Public Works Operations, be received for information; and

(2)

That the Proposed Implementation Plan, which presents the Community Engagement Summary Report to the businesses and residents and initiates next steps to prepare the community for implementation of the City’s Single-Use Plastic and Other Items Bylaw No. 10000 as presented in the staff report dated June 16, 2021, titled “Single-Use Bylaw No. 10000 Community Engagement Summary report and Implementation Plan” from the Interim Director, Public Works Operations, be approved.

16.

Community Services – Non-profit Organizations Wellness Check 
(File Ref. No. 11-7000-01) (REDMS No. 6700615)

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See Page CNCL-287 for full report

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Community Services staff continue to collaborate with non-profit community organizations on addressing the organizational impacts of COVID-19, including conducting a follow-up Wellness Check, as outlined in the staff report titled “Community Services – Non-profit Organizations Wellness Check,” dated June 23, 2021, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, and the Director, Recreation and Sport Services.

17.

Community Environmental Enhancement Grants Program 
(File Ref. No. 10-6125-30-001) (REDMS No. 6663436)

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See Page CNCL-296 for full report

PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That, as described in the report titled ‘Community Environmental Enhancement Grants Program’ dated July 6, 2021 from the Director, Park Services and Director, Sustainability & District Energy:

(a)

The purpose, scope and process of Option 1 to support ongoing environmental initiatives be endorsed; and

(b)

Council approve the proposed amendments to City Grant Policy 3712.

18.

Application by Rav Bains for Rezoning at 3220/3240 Blundell Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” Zone to the “Single Detached (RS2/C)” Zone 
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-010281; RZ 20-896900) (REDMS No. 6698906)

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See Page CNCL-304 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10281, for the rezoning of 3220/3240 Blundell Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to the “Single Detached (RS2/C)” zone, be introduced and given first reading.

19.

Revised Rezoning Considerations for the Application by Rick Sian for Rezoning at 7220 Railway Avenue from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” Zone to the “Compact Single Detached (RC2)” Zone 
(File Ref. No. RZ 15-691744; 12-8060-20-009282) (REDMS No. 6706204)

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See Page CNCL-325 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That Third Reading of Richmond Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9292 be rescinded and the rezoning considerations revised in order to comply with the City’s current Affordable Housing Policy; and

(2)

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9292, as amended, for the rezoning of 7220 Railway Avenue from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to the “Compact Single Detached (RC2)” zone, be forwarded to a Public Hearing.

20.

Application by Madan Aheer, Chalinder Aheer, Khial Aheer and Harbakhas Aheer for Rezoning at 10726/10728 River Drive from the “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” Zone to the “Single Detached (RS2/B)” Zone 
(File Ref. No. RZ 20-910360; 12-8060-20-010282) (REDMS No. 6699177)

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See Page CNCL-360 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10282 for the rezoning of 10726/10728 River Drive from the “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” zone to the “Single Detached (RS2/B)” zone, be introduced and given first reading.

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CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA 

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE 
Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

21.

Application To Amend Food Primary Liquor Licence #137839 and Request The Addition of Patio # 3 - Shady Island Seafood Bar & Grill Ltd - 112 – 3800 Bayview Street. 
(File Ref. No. 12-8275-30-001) (REDMS No. 6684861)

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GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

Opposed: Cllrs. Au, Day and Wolfe

(1)

That the application from Shady Island Seafood Bar & Grill Ltd., for an amendment to Food Primary Licence # 137839 requesting an addition of a patio area to permit liquor service to an existing patio with 28 seats, be supported for:

(a)

Total person capacity currently set at 197 occupants will not change;

(b)

Hours of liquor service will remain the same and currently set at Monday to Saturday 10:00 AM to Midnight and Sunday from 11:00 AM to Midnight; and

(2)

That a letter be sent to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch, which includes the information attached as Appendix A (Attachment 1), 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.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS

NEW BUSINESS

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

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Soil Deposit and Removal Bylaw No. 10200 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – Cllr. Wolfe.

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Municipal and Regional District Tax Imposition Bylaw No. 10269 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Revenue Anticipation Borrowing (2021) Bylaw No. 10270 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Traffic Bylaw No. 5870, Amendment Bylaw No. 10272 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Public Parks and School Grounds Regulation No. 8771, Amendment Bylaw No. 10274 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Municipal Ticket Information Authorization Bylaw No. 7321, Amendment Bylaw No. 10275 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 10276 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

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Regulating the Discharge of Firearms Bylaw No. 4183, Amendment Bylaw No. 10278 
Opposed at 1^st/2^nd/3^rd Readings – Cllr. Wolfe.

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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9659 
(9851, 9891/9911 Steveston Hwy and 10931 Southgate Road, RZ 10-552879)
Opposed at 1^st Reading – None.
Opposed at 2^nd/3^rd Readings – None.

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

22.

RECOMMENDATION

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

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(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on July 14, 2021, and the Chair’s reports for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on May 15, 2019, April 14, 2021, and July 14, 2021, be received for information; and

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(2)

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

(a)

a Development Permit (DP 17-792077) for the property at 9851, 9891 Steveston Highway and 10931 Southgate Road;

(b)

a Development Permit (DP 20-896760) for the property at Unit 100 - 12211 1st Avenue;

(c)

a Heritage Alteration Permit (HA 20-896761) for the property at Unit 100 -12211 1st Avenue; and

(d)

a Development Penn it (DP 17-794169) for the property at 3311 No. 3 Road and 3399 Corvette Way;

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

ADJOURNMENT