November 14, 2023 - Minutes
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Regular Council
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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Council Chambers |
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Present: |
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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R23/19-1 |
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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 October 23, 2023, be adopted as circulated; and |
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the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Brief’ dated October 27, 2023, be received for information. |
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CARRIED |
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2. |
APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL MEMBERS TO EXTERNAL REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS |
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R23/19-2 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Councillor Kash Heed be appointed as the Council alternate to the Translink – Mayors’ Council until November 12, 2024. |
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That Councillor Alexa Loo be appointed as the Council representative to the Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation until November 12, 2024. |
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CARRIED |
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R23/19-3 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Councillor Carol Day be appointed as the Council representative to the Steveston Harbour Authority Board and that Councillor Andy Hobbs be appointed as the alternate Council representative to the Steveston Harbour Authority Board until the Annual General Meeting of the Board in 2024. |
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CARRIED |
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NAMING OF STANDING COMMITTEES AND THEIR COMPOSITION BY THE MAYOR |
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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. Alexa Loo (Chair) |
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FINANCE COMMITTEE |
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Mayor Malcolm Brodie (Chair) All members of Council |
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GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE |
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Mayor Malcolm Brodie (Chair) All members of Council |
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PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE |
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Cllr. Chak Au (Chair) Cllr. Michael Wolfe (Vice-Chair) Cllr. Laura Gillanders Cllr. Andy Hobbs Cllr. Bill McNulty |
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PLANNING COMMITTEE |
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Cllr. Bill McNulty (Chair) |
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PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE |
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Cllr. Carol Day (Chair) Cllr. Michael Wolfe (Vice-Chair) Cllr. Alexa Loo |
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APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (AND THEIR ALTERNATES) AS THE LIAISONS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND ORGANIZATIONS |
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R23/19-4 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) be appointed until November 12, 2024: |
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Accessibility Advisory Committee – Councillor Bill McNulty |
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Advisory Committee on the Environment - Councillor Michael Wolfe |
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Child Care Development Advisory Committee - Councillor Carol Day |
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Council/School Board Liaison Committee - Councillor Alexa Loo and Councillor Laura Gillanders |
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Economic Advisory Committee - Councillor Chak Au and Councillor Laura Gillanders |
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Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee - Councillor Laura Gillanders |
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Heritage Commission - Councillor Kash Heed |
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Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee - Councillor Chak Au |
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Richmond Centre for Disability - Councillor Andy Hobbs |
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Richmond Chamber of Commerce – Councillor Alexa Loo |
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Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee – Councillor Bill McNulty |
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Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee – Councillor Bill McNulty |
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Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee – Councillor Kash Heed |
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Richmond Sister City Advisory Committee – Councillor Andy Hobbs |
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Richmond Sports Council – Councillor Bill McNulty |
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Richmond Sports Wall of Fame Nominating Committee – Councillor Andy Hobbs |
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Seniors Advisory Committee – Councillor Carol Day |
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Steveston Historic Sites Building Committee – Councillor Bill McNulty and Councillor Alexa Loo |
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Vancouver Coastal Health/Richmond Health Services Local Governance Liaison Group – Councillor Chak Au |
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CARRIED |
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APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL AS LIAISONS TO COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS |
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R23/19-5 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) be appointed until November 12, 2024: |
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City Centre Community Association – Councillor Andy Hobbs |
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East Richmond Community Association – Councillor Kash Heed |
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Hamilton Community Association – Councillor Michael Wolfe |
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Richmond Arenas Community Association – Councillor Kash Heed |
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Richmond Art Gallery Association – Councillor Carol Day |
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Richmond Fitness and Wellness Association – Councillor Carol Day |
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Sea Island Community Association – Councillor Laura Gillanders |
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South Arm Community Association – Councillor Bill McNulty |
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Thompson Community Association – Councillor Chak Au |
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West Richmond Community Association – Councillor Carol Day |
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APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL AS THE LIAISONS TO VARIOUS CITY BOARDS |
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R23/19-6 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) be appointed until November 12, 2024: |
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Appointment of Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) to various Boards until November 12, 2024: |
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Aquatic Services Board – Councillor Alexa Loo |
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Museum Society Board – Councillor Michael Wolfe |
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Richmond Gateway Theatre Society Board – Councillor Laura Gillanders |
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Richmond Public Library Board – Councillor Chak Au and Councillor Michael Wolfe (alternate) |
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CARRIED |
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APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL AS LIAISONS TO VARIOUS SOCIETIES/COMPANIES |
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R23/19-7 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Council liaisons (and where applicable, their alternates) be appointed until November 12, 2024: |
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Britannia Heritage Shipyard Society – Councillor Andy Hobbs |
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Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society – Councillor Chak Au |
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London Heritage Farm Society – Councillor Andy Hobbs |
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Lulu Island Energy Company – Councillor Michael Wolfe |
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Minoru Seniors Society – Councillor Kash Heed |
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Richmond Nature Park Society – Councillor Michael Wolfe |
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Steveston Community Society – Councillor Alexa Loo |
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Steveston Historical Society – Councillor Alexa Loo |
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APPOINTMENT OF PARCEL TAX ROLL REVIEW PANEL FOR LOCAL AREA SERVICES |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the members of the Public Works & Transportation Committee be appointed as the Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel for Local Area Services until November 12, 2024. |
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CARRIED |
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APPOINTMENT OF ACTING MAYORS FROM NOVEMBER 15, 2023 TO NOVEMBER 12, 2024 |
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R23/19-8 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following Acting Mayors be appointed until November 12, 2024: |
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November 15 – December 31, 2023 |
Cllr. Michael Wolfe |
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January 1 – February 15, 2024 |
Cllr. Chak Au |
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February 16 – March 31, 2024 |
Cllr. Carol Day |
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April 1– May 15, 2024 |
Cllr. Alexa Loo |
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May 16 – June 30, 2024 |
Cllr. Andy Hobbs |
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July 1 – August 15, 2024 |
Cllr. Laura Gillanders |
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August 16 – September 30, 2024 |
Cllr. Bill McNulty |
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October 1 – November 12, 2024 |
Cllr. Kash Heed |
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CARRIED |
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE |
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R23/19-9 |
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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 (7:03 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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Delegations from the floor on Agenda items – |
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Item No. 22 – Potential Lease Extension Amendment Agreement For 6999 Alderbridge Way Supportive Housing. |
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Esfandiar Bakhtiari, Richmond resident, expressed his concerns with respect to the homelessness and illegal activity in his neighborhood. |
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Sarvenaz Bakhtiary, Richmond resident, expressed concerns with respect to the violence, drug usage and unsafe conditions in the area and asked for support and strategies for the neighborhood to deal with the negative effects of such activities. |
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Caden Poh, Richmond resident, shared personal thoughts by the neighborhood expressing their concerns about the rise in crime, drug usage lack of safety and on going disturbing behaviour in their neighborhood. |
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Sheldon Starrett, Richmond resident, spoke about concerns with the service provider of the supportive housing units, and noted that the housing should be used to support individuals without drug addictions. |
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Yan Li, Richmond resident spoke to the illegal activity and the unsafe condition in the area and expressed the need for investing in additional security measures for the neighborhood residents if the lease is extended. |
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R23/19-10 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Committee rise and report (7:25 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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CONSENT AGENDA |
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R23/19-11 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Items No. 14 through No. 19 and No. 21 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 October 24, 2023; |
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the Finance Committee meeting held on November 6, 2023; |
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the General Purposes Committee meeting held on November 6, 2023; and |
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the Planning Committee meeting held on November 7, 2023; |
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be received for information. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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RICHMOND ARTS FACILITIES NEEDS ASSESSMENT (File Ref. No. 11-7000-11-01) (REDMS No. 7367861) |
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That the proposed scope of work for the Richmond Arts Facilities Needs Assessment as presented in the report titled, “Richmond Arts Facilities Needs Assessment,” dated September 6, 2023, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be endorsed; and |
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That a one-time funding of $75,000 be taken from Council Contingency Fund to initiate the Richmond Arts Facilities Needs Assessment. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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STEVESTON COMMUNITY CENTRE AND LIBRARY SIGNATURE OUTDOOR ARTWORK CONCEPT PROPOSAL (File Ref. No. 11-7000-09-20-334) (REDMS No. 7367419) |
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That the Concept Proposal for the Steveston Community Centre and Library Signature Outdoor Artwork as presented in the report titled, “Steveston Community Centre and Library Signature Outdoor Artwork Concept Proposal,” dated September 6, 2023, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be approved. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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STEVESTON HERITAGE INTERPRETIVE FRAMEWORK (File Ref. No. 08-4200-09) (REDMS No. 7359279, 7382968) |
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That the Steveston Heritage Interpretive Framework as detailed in the staff report titled “Steveston Heritage Interpretive Framework,” dated September 15, 2023, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services be endorsed for the purpose of guiding the future development of interpretive programs, exhibits and initiatives in Steveston. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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2024 DISTRICT ENERGY UTILITY RATES (File Ref. No. 01-0060-20-LIEC1; 12-8060-20-010487; 12-8060-20-010488; 12-8060-20-0104891) (REDMS No. 7325221, 7325387, 7325405, 7325416) |
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That the Alexandra District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 8641, Amendment Bylaw No. 10487 be introduced and given first, second and third readings; |
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That the Oval Village District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 9134, Amendment Bylaw No. 10488 be introduced and given first, second and third readings; and |
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That the City Centre District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 9895, Amendment Bylaw No. 10489 be introduced and given first, second and third readings. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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2024 UTILITY BUDGETS AND RATES (File Ref. No. 03-1070-03-02; 03-0970-01) (REDMS No. 7368994) |
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That the 2024 utility budgets, as presented in Option 3 for Water (page 7), Option 3 for Sewer (page 14), Option 3 for Flood Protection (page 25), and Option 2 for Solid Waste and Recycling (page 27), as outlined in the staff report titled, “2024 Utility Budgets and Rates”, dated October 4, 2023, from the General Manager, Engineering and Public Works and the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services, be approved as the basis for establishing the 2024 utility rates and included in the Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2024-2028). |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-010498 RZ 21-945869) (REDMS No. 7401059, 7415915) |
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See page 12 for action on this item. |
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(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-10510, RZ 22-010976) (REDMS No. 7409688, 7413963) |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10510, for the rezoning of 11831/ 11833 Seabrook Crescent from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to the “Single Detached (RS2/B)” zone, be introduced and given first reading. |
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT |
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CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA |
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PLANNING COMMITTEE |
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(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-010498 RZ 21-945869) (REDMS No. 7401059, 7415915) |
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R23/19-12 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10498, for the rezoning of 8120 and 8140 No. 1 Road from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to the “Low Density Townhouses (RTL4)” zone, be introduced and given first reading. |
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued with respect to tree retention and replacement and increase in density. |
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The question on the motion was then called and CARRIED with Cllrs. Gillanders and Wolfe opposed. |
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NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS |
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GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair |
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POTENTIAL LEASE EXTENSION AMENDMENT AGREEMENT FOR 6999 ALDERBRIDGE WAY SUPPORTIVE HOUSING (File Ref. No. No. 06-2280-20-356; 08-4057-20-020) (REDMS No. 7414706, 7438495, 7438486, 7438481, 7438466, 7438428, 7429655, 7447694, 7447692, 7453664, 7453860, 7453853, 7457985, 7458019, 7461562) |
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R23/19-13 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the current ground lease with the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (“PRHC”) for the Alderbridge Supportive Housing, located on City property at 6999 Alderbridge Way, be extended for a period of approximately three and a half years from the expiry of the current ground lease until December 31, 2027, as per the terms outlined in the staff report titled “Potential Lease Extension Amendment Agreement for 6999 Alderbridge Way Supportive Housing” dated October 12, 2023 from the Director, Community Social Development and Director, Real Estate Services; and |
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That staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to negotiate an extension to the lease extension amendment agreement for the Alderbridge Supportive Housing and that the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services be authorized to execute such amending agreement and all related documentation. |
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued with respect to (i) the frustrations and concerns of the residents in the Alderbridge neighborhood, (ii) increases in public drug use, homelessness, addiction and mental illness, (iii) the lack of other housing options for those 40 individuals currently residing at Alderbridge supportive housing, (iv) securing small business rebates from the Provincial government and the possibility of extending the rebate to stratas that are being affected by theft and vandalism, (v) mitigating the issues and views raised and being creative in the solutions to deal with public drug usage, (vii) the operator (RainCity) reviewing their existing drug use policy on their premises and surrounding grounds, (viii) identifying issues surrounding the neighborhood and finding services and programs to address the issues, (ix) more accountability from BC Housing, (x) safety and perceived safety, (xi) should the lease not be extended, this would create further challenges within the community and the well being of the 40 individuals, and (xii) facilitated discussions need to take place regarding concerns of the neighborhood and potential solutions. |
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In response to queries from Committee, staff noted that (i) the Community Advisory Committee was formed in 2019 and continued until March of 2022, (ii) the attendees included city staff, RainCity, BC Housing, Fire Rescue, RCMP and Vancouver Coastal Heath, (iii) the Committee was created to work together, information share and offer opportunities for the neighborhood to bring any concerns forward, and was disbanded due to low attendance and lack of concerns, (iv) it was found that information sharing and concerns were going straight to the operator or to city staff, and (v) staff will look at forming another Committee for the neighborhood to bring forth their concerns. |
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The question on the motion was then called and CARRIED with Cllr. Au opposed. |
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R23/19-14 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That Council write a letter to the Provincial government asking to extend the “Securing Small Business Rebate” to affected stratas and individuals to help defray the cost of added security in response to theft and vandalism. |
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued with respect to expanding the rebate to not just small businesses but to stratas and individuals that are affected by crime such as vandalism and theft. |
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The question on the motion was then called and CARRIED |
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In response to queries from Council staff advised that (i) the drug use policy is set by the Provincial government and BC Housing, (ii) there is an operating agreement between BC Housing and RainCity, a lease agreement between BC Housing and the City, and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City, BC Housing and the operator, RainCity Housing, (iii) the MOU sets out standards in terms of the operations of the building, and (iv) staff will provide a memorandum to Council with the standards that are required under the various agreements. |
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As a result of the discussion the following referral motion was introduced: |
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R23/19-15 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That staff identify and report back on the services that are available to the Residents, RainCity Housing and the City of Richmond in relation to the Alderbridge Site. |
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CARRIED |
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FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES AND ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DIVISIONS |
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2024 UTILITY RATE AMENDMENT BYLAWS |
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R23/19-16 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That each of the following bylaws be introduced and given first, second, and third readings: |
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Waterworks and Water Rates Bylaw No. 5637, Amendment Bylaw No. 10502; |
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Flood Protection Bylaw No. 10426, Amendment Bylaw No. 10499; |
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Sanitary Sewer Bylaw No. 10427, Amendment Bylaw No. 10500; and |
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Solid Waste & Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6803, Amendment Bylaw No. 10501. |
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS |
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Mayor Brodie announced that: |
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The following were appointed to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: |
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Karen Jensen ; |
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Aaron Jay Antonio; and |
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Maryam Bawa. |
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The following were appointed to the Richmond Advisory Committee on the Environment for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: |
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Anthony Leung; |
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Carolyn Jimenez Schneider; |
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Samuel McCulligh; |
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Cynthia Zhou; and |
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Kaylen Mullin. |
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The following were appointed to the Richmond Public Library Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: |
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Jennifer Gerves-Keen; |
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Ritchie Po; |
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Ashley Sandhu; |
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Angeline Singh; and |
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Caty Lei Liu. |
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BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION |
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R23/19-17 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the following bylaws be adopted: |
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Consolidated Fees Bylaw No. 8636, Amendment Bylaw No. 10486; and |
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Housing Agreement (10140, 10160 and 10180 No 1 Road and 4051 and 4068 Cavendish Drive) Bylaw No. 10490. |
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CARRIED |
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DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL |
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R23/19-18 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on October 25, 2023, and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meeting held on January 27, 2021, be received for information; and |
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That the recommendations of the Panel to authorize the issuance of a Development Permit (DP 19-870332) for the property at 7391 Moffatt Road, be endorsed and the Permit so issued. |
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CARRIED |
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ADJOURNMENT |
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R23/19-19 |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the meeting adjourn (8:49 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 Tuesday, November 14, 2023. |
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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie) |
Corporate Officer (Claudia Jesson) |