October 24, 2017 - Minutes
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Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee
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Tuesday, October 24, 2017 |
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Anderson Room |
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Councillor Harold Steves, Chair |
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Call to Order: |
The Chair called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. |
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MINUTES |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the minutes of the meeting of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee held on September 20, 2017, be adopted as circulated. |
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CARRIED |
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Councillor Day entered the meeting (4:02 p.m.). |
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NEXT COMMITTEE MEETING DATE |
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November 28, 2017, (tentative date) at 4:00 p.m. in the Anderson Room |
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COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION |
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1. |
2017 garry point park legacy pier and floating dock |
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Jamie Esko, Manager, Parks Planning, Design and Construction, provided background information and commented on next steps following the selection of a preferred option by Council. |
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In reply to queries from Committee regarding the attractiveness of Option 1, Ms. Esko advised that much of the structural components would be below water level, thus not visible to users. Also, she remarked that the proposed new structural infrastructure is purposeful in that the design is safer and more stable. |
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The Chair distributed a rendering that illustrates a new breakwater floating dock (attached to and forming part of these minutes as Schedule 1). In referencing the rendering, he remarked that a permanent 600 foot floating dock would extend onto a provincial waterlot, which would require the City to enter into an agreement for its use; it was noted that an agreement is currently in place for use of the waterlot, however only temporary structures may be installed. |
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The Chair then suggested that in an effort to maximize potential future uses of a new floating dock and to avoid any potential challenges regarding the use of the provincial waterlot, the following be examined as part of the Option 1 concept: (i) the installation of a 300-foot permanent float on the City-owned waterlot portion, (ii) a 300-foot temporary float on the provincial waterlot, and (iii) a removable section in between the permanent and temporary floats. In this scenario, the Chair highlighted that the temporary float could be utilized elsewhere such as at the Gill Net Loft and re-attached to the permanent float at Garry Point Park during major events. Also, he remarked that the aforementioned configuration would allow for small boats to access the north side of the float. |
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In reply to queries from Committee, Cathryn Volkering Carlile, General Manager, Community Services, advised that a 30-year lease has been renewed for the use of the provincial waterlot and that staff can liaise with the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development regarding the feasibility of a lease that would permit for the installation of a permanent structure. |
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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 Option 1: New 600 foot Breakwater Floating Dock as described in the staff report titled “2017 Garry Point Park Legacy Pier and Floating Dock,” dated October 4, 2017, from the Interim Director, Parks and Recreation, be selected to provide staff direction regarding future advanced planning, detailed design and Capital submissions and that the installation of a 300-foot permanent float on the City-owned waterlot portion, a 300-foot temporary float on the provincial waterlot portion and a removable section in between the permanent and temporary floats be included within the Option 1 concept. |
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CARRIED |
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2. |
delegation to mystic seaport |
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Marie Fenwick, Manager, Museum and Heritage Services, provided background information and in reply to queries from Committee advised that a Council-approved delegation visited Mystic, Connecticut in 2014, and that a future delegation to Mystic, Connecticut would vary from the 2014 delegation as it would include a structured itinerary with pre-scheduled meetings with various stakeholders. Also, Ms. Fenwick stated that staff did examine the potential to visit neighbouring maritime-focused communities as part of the delegation to Mystic, Connecticut; however, due to logistics, it was determined that this would not be possible. |
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Ms. Carlile advised that staff could gauge Council’s interest in attending Mystic Seaport and report back in 2018. |
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As a result, the following referral was introduced: |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That staff canvas interest from members of Council regarding visiting Mystic Seaport and report back. |
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CARRIED |
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2A. |
tree, bench and picnic Table donation program |
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The Chair spoke to a letter dated October 11, 2017 regarding the City’s Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Donation Program (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office), and expressed concern regarding the lack of memorial opportunities to honour pioneer Richmond families. |
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As a result, the following referral was introduced: |
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That staff examine (i) options to increase memorial plaques, (ii) options to incorporate memorial recognition in public art, and (iii) funding options for dedications to be in place in perpetuity with a single donation and report back. |
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CARRIED |
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MANAGER’S REPORT |
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(i) |
Minoru Aquatics Centre |
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John Woolgar, Manager, Aquatic and Arena Services, updated Committee on the Minoru Aquatics Centre, noting that the pool will be closed for three days next week for repairs. |
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Garden City Lands |
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Ms. Esko provided an update on activities at the Garden City Lands, noting that the soil has been tilled and seeded and further highlighted that Kwantlen Polytechnic University is pleased with the results of the soil matter. Also, she remarked that in an effort to increase the soil’s nutrient content, Red Clover and Fall Rye have been selected as the cover crop. |
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ADJOURNMENT |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the meeting adjourn (4:22 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 Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Tuesday, October 24, 2017. |
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Councillor Harold Steves |
Sarah Kurian |