General Purposes Committee
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Date:
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Monday, March 5, 2018
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Place:
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Anderson Room
Richmond City Hall
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Present:
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Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair
Councillor Chak Au
Councillor Derek Dang
Councillor Carol Day
Councillor Ken Johnston
Councillor Alexa Loo
Councillor Bill McNulty
Councillor Linda McPhail
Councillor Harold Steves
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Call to Order:
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The Chair called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m.
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It was moved and seconded
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That Item 3, “Animal Shelter Guiding Principles, Program, and Service Levels” be deleted from the agenda.
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CARRIED
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It was moved and seconded
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That the minutes of the meeting of the General Purposes Committee held on February 19, 2018, be adopted as circulated.
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CARRIED
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COMMUNITY SAFETY DIVISION
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Application to Amend Liquor- Primary Liquor Licence - The Richmond Inn Hotel Ltd., Doing Business As: Harold's Bistro & Bar - 7551 Westminster Hwy
(File Ref. No. 12-8275-30-001) (REDMS No. 5750775 v. 2)
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In response to a question from Committee, Carli Edwards, Acting Senior Manager, Community Safety Policy & Programs and Licencing, noted that the earlier hours of operation would be intended for special events.
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It was moved and seconded
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(1)
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That the application from The Richmond Inn Hotel Ltd., operating as Harold’s Bistro & Bar, for an amendment to increase their hours of liquor service under Liquor Primary Liquor Licence No. 164307, from (existing hours):
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11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Monday to Thursday;
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11:45 AM to 1:45 AM, Friday and Saturday; and
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11:00 AM to Midnight, Sunday;
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To (proposed hours):
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9:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Monday to Thursday;
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9:00 AM to 1:45 AM, Friday and Saturday; and
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9:00 AM to Midnight, Sunday;
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be supported and that a letter be sent to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that:
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(a)
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Council supports the amendment for an increase in liquor service hours as the increase will not have a significant impact on the community; and
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(b)
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The total person capacity at 132 persons indoor and 54 persons patio is unchanged;
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(2)
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That a letter be sent to Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that:
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(a)
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Council supports the applicant’s proposed increase of liquor service hours with conditions as listed above;
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(b)
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The total person capacity of 132 persons indoor and 54 persons patio is acknowledged;
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(c)
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Council’s comments on the prescribed criteria (Section 71 of the Liquor Control and Licensing Regulations) are as follows:
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(i)
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The potential for additional noise and traffic in the area was considered;
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(ii)
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The impact on the community was assessed through a community consultation process; and
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(iii)
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Given that there has been no history of non-compliance with the operation, the amendment to permit extended hours of liquor service under the Liquor Primary Liquor Licence should not change the establishment such that it is operated contrary to its primary purpose;
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As the operation of a licenced establishment may affect nearby residents, businesses and property owners, the impact assessment was conducted through the City’s community consultation process as follows;
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Residents, businesses and property owners within a 50 meter radius of the subject property were notified by letter. The letter provided information on the application with instructions on how to submit comments or concerns; and
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Signage was posted at the subject property and three public notices were published in a local newspaper. The signage and public notice provided information on the application with instructions on how comments or concerns could be submitted;
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Council’s comments and recommendations respecting the view of the residents, businesses and property owners are as follows:
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(i)
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The community consultation process was completed within 90 days of the application process; and
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(ii)
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The community consultation process resulted in no comments or views submitted from residents, businesses and property owners;
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(f)
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Council recommends the approval of the permanent change to hours for the licence for the reasons that the additional proposed hours is acceptable to the majority of the residents, businesses and property owners in the area and the community.
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CARRIED
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Application for a New Liquor Primary Liquor Licence - Club Versante Management Ltd, Doing Business As: Club Versante, 8400 West Road, Unit 101
(File Ref. No. 12-8275-30-001) (REDMS No. 5749216)
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It was moved and seconded
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That the application from Club Versante Management Ltd., doing business as, Club Versante, for a new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence to operate a private club establishment, at premises located at 8400 West Road Unit 101, with liquor service, be supported for:
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A new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence with primary business focus of entertainment, specifically a private club with total person capacity of 90 persons;
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Family Food Service to permit minors in all licenced areas until 10:00PM when accompanied by a parent or guardian; and
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Liquor service hours for Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 2:00AM;
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(2)
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That a letter be sent to Liquor Control and Licensing Branch advising that:
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(a)
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Council supports the applicant’s new Liquor Primary Liquor Licence application and the hours of liquor service with the conditions as listed above;
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(b)
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The total person capacity set at 90 persons is acknowledged;
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(c)
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Council's comments on the prescribed criteria (Section 71 of the Liquor Control and Licencing Regulations) are as follows:
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(i)
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The impact of additional noise and traffic in the area of the establishment was considered;
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(ii)
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The potential impact on the community was assessed through a community consultation process; and
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(iii)
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Given that this is a new business, there is no history of non-compliance with this establishment;
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(d)
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As the operation of a licenced establishment may affect nearby residents, businesses and property owners, the City gathered the views of the community through a community consultation process as follows:
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(i)
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Residents, businesses and property owners within a 50 meter radius of the establishment were notified by letter. The letter provided information on the application with instructions on how to submit comments or concerns; and
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Signage was posted at the subject property and three public notices were published in a local newspaper. The signage and public notice provided information on the application with instructions on how to submit comments and concerns;
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Council’s comments on the general impact of the views of residents, businesses and property owners are as follows:
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(i)
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The community consultation process was completed within 90 days of the application process; and
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The community consultation process did not generate any comments and views of residents, businesses and property owners;
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(f)
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Council recommends the approval of the licence application for the reasons that this new application for a Liquor Primary Licence is acceptable to the majority of the residents, businesses and property owners in the area and community.
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CARRIED
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COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION
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Proposed Plan for Major Events and Programs in 2018 and 2019
(File Ref. No. 11-7400-01) (REDMS No. 5749845 v. 6)
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In response to queries from Committee, Bryan Tasaka, Manager, Major Events and Film, provided the following information:
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the total amount for the Maritime Festival would be $300,000 with the base amount of $200,000 should staff secure large navy vessels, an additional amount of $100,000 would be required;
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the proposed budget for the Maritime Festival is based on feedback from last year’s event;
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the plan is to integrate the celebration of Richmond’s 140th anniversary of incorporation at all major events and programs for 2019;
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the Maritime Festival would remain at Britannia and be expanded to include Imperial Landing;
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staff plan to distribute the Video Series through social media and the City’s website and will develop a promotional plan for its release;
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the Cherry Blossom Festival is being planned at Garry Point for 2018 at the recommendation of the organizer from last year; and
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the proposed Garden City Lands Farmer’s Market is to be held August 11th this year to accommodate the farmer’s schedules and allow for better weather.
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Discussion ensued on the Garden City Lands Farmer’s Market and the 2019 Video Series and it was suggested that staff provide further information on dates for the 2018 major events.
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As a result of the discussion, the following motion was introduced:
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It was moved and seconded
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That $28,000 be approved for the 2018 Garden City Lands Farmer’s Market to be funded from the Rate Stabilization Account;
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That $1,158,000 be approved to support the following events and programs for 2019: Children’s Arts Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, Doors Open, Richmond Canada Day in Steveston, Richmond Maritime Festival, Garden City Lands Farmer’s Market, Richmond World Festival, City-wide event marketing program and City branded assets, funded by the Rate Stabilization Account;
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That $100,000 be approved to support the expansion of the Richmond Maritime Festival to include Imperial Landing, contingent on staff securing large Navy vessels for the event, funded by the Rate stabilization Account;
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That $75,000 be approved for a 2019 Neighbourhood Celebration Grant Program funded by the Rate Stabilization Account;
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That $200,000 be approved for the 2019 Video Series: History of Richmond project, funded by the Rate Stabilization Account and shown in the Museum budget in the future; and
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That the 5 Year Financial Plan (2018-2022) be amended accordingly.
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CARRIED
Opposed: Cllr. McNulty
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Minoru Park Vision Plan
(File Ref. No. 06-2345-20-MINO1) (REDMS No. 5642162 v. 26)
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Jamie Esko, Manager, Parks Planning, Design and Construction and Miriam Plishka, Park Planner, presented a video (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office) detailing the Minoru Park Vision Plan and highlighted the future vision for the area.
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In response to questions from Committee, staff noted that (i) city-wide parks are complimentary to neighbourhood parks as they serve their local areas within 400 metres while also offering special programs and facilities for all residents, (ii) the Minoru Park Vision Plan encompasses amenities for all ages and includes improving the circulation network and adding more seating areas and bathrooms, (iii) the Richmond Cricket Club has approximately 100 members and staff will work with them to find another suitable location for the cricket pitch, (iv) there is no formal policy on including picnic areas in parks however, staff received positive feedback about including it in Minoru Park, (v) the proposal for the lakes is to reconstruct them but retain a similar size, and (vi) the existing parkade would require reconstruction to add any additional space.
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Discussion took place regarding (i) cyclists on pathways in Minoru Park, (ii) short and long-term parking options, (iii) the maintenance of green space in the park, (iv) the reconstruction of the lakes, (v) the needs of sports clubs in the city, and (vi) the potential impact of future residential development around the park.
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As a result of the discussion, the following referral motion was introduced:
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It was moved and seconded
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That the Minoru Park Vision Plan be referred back to staff to provide more information on:
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alternative locations for the cricket pitch;
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the options of green space versus a civic facility with integrated parking in the special study area;
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more options about parking in general around the park;
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a wider study on the reconstruction of the lakes from a health, environmental, and aesthetic point of view;
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options for cyclists in and around the park;
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further explanation and study on the shade grove area; and
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planning options that would enhance the park through parking and access.
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CARRIED
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It was moved and seconded
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That the meeting adjourn (5:28 p.m.).
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CARRIED
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Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the meeting of the General Purposes Committee of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Monday, March 5, 2018.
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Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie
Chair
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Amanda Welby
Legislative Services Coordinator
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