January 31 2023 - Minutes
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Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee
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Tuesday, January 31, 2023 |
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Council Chambers |
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Present: |
Councillor Chak Au, Chair |
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Also Present: |
Councillor Carol Day |
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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 December 21, 2022, be adopted as circulated. |
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CARRIED |
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NEXT COMMITTEE MEETING DATE |
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February 28, 2023, (tentative date) at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. |
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Elizabeth Ayers, General Manager, Community Services, introduced Keith Miller the new Director for Recreation and Sport Services. She highlighted that Mr. Miller previously worked in the District of West Vancouver and comes with many years of experience. |
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PRESENTATION |
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Rebecca Clarke, Manager, Museum and Heritage Services, presented the Richmond History Film Series Launch and highlighted that (i) this video is the first in a collection of 10 videos, (ii) the videos will give a sense of Richmond’s history and heritage, and (iii) the videos will be launched over the next few months in conjunction with various anniversaries and commemorations appropriate to the video theme. |
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In reply to queries from Committee, staff advised that (i) this video will be available on the city’s YouTube channel and on the Richmond Museum’s website, (ii) the other videos will be shown in person at different locations, (iii) the Richmond Museum will display all 10 videos once launched, (iv) the Richmond Museum is liaising with the Richmond School District to develop support materials to connect the videos to curriculum and grade levels, and |
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COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION |
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2023 COMMUNITY MURAL PROGRAM PROJECTS (File Ref. No. 11-7000-09-20-255) (REDMS No. 7065973) |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the 2023 Community Mural Program Projects as presented in the staff report titled “2023 Community Mural Program Projects”, dated December 9, 2022, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be approved for implementation once the Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2023-2027) is adopted by Council. |
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The question on the motion was not called as in reply to a query from Committee, staff advised that every year there is a new call for artists. |
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The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED. |
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APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF RICHMOND FOR A HERITAGE ALTERATION PERMIT AT 6511 DYKE ROAD (LONDON FARM) (File Ref. No. HA 22-025867) (REDMS No. 7084243) |
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In reply to queries from Committee, staff advised that (i) the sign that was proposed was developed in cooperation with the London Heritage Farm Society and due to time constraints further consultation was not possible, |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That a Heritage Alteration Permit be issued which will permit the addition of a new pond boardwalk and replacement orientation sign at London Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, as outlined in the staff report titled “Application by the City of Richmond for a Heritage Alteration Permit at 6511 Dyke Road (London Farm)”, dated January 3, 2023, from the Director, Parks Services, and Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services. |
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CARRIED |
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(File Ref. No. HA 22- 026415) (REDMS No. 7091474) |
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In reply to queries from Committee, advised that (i) the roof material will continue to be cedar shingles, (ii) the current plan is to not remove the skylights, and (iii) previously the water was manually removed, now a system is being developed to address water ingress. |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That a Heritage Alteration Permit be issued to authorize alterations to the landside buildings at Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive, as outlined in the staff report titled, “Application by the City of Richmond for a Heritage Alteration Permit at 5180 Westwater Drive (Britannia Shipyards)”, dated January 3, 2023, from the Director Arts, Culture and Heritage Services and the Director, Facilities and Project Development. |
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CARRIED |
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STEVESTON HERITAGE SITES GOVERNANCE (File Ref. No. 11-7000-01) (REDMS No. 7089711) |
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In reply to queries from Committee, staff advised that (i) this report is in response to a Council referral from 2019, (ii) the Scotch Pond Heritage Cooperative is active but do not have regular meetings, (iii) a report with regards to Scotch Pond dredging will be brought forward this year, and |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the staff report titled “Steveston Heritage Sites Governance”, dated December 20, 2022, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be received for information. |
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CARRIED |
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MANAGER’S REPORT |
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(i) |
Neighbourhood Celebration Grant Program |
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Staff highlighted that the 2023 Neighbourhood Celebration Grant Program has launched and the program is designed to provide up to $2,000 in funding support for groups of neighbours, not-for-profit organizations, school-based groups, and local artists to submit proposals for shared experiences that can be delivered between June 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023. It was highlighted that the link for application submission can be found on the City’s website at www.richmond.ca/celebrationgrant. |
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Grant Applications |
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Staff highlighted various grants awarded to Richmond organizations including South Arm Community Association, City Centre Community Association, Steveston Community Society and the Richmond Curling Club. |
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Family Day |
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Staff highlighted various Family Day activities taking place during Family Day weekend and a full list of activities will be available on the City’s website at www.richmond.ca and through social media. |
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Signage |
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In response to a query from Committee, staff advised that some signage was posted along water access and further information can be provided. |
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Covered Multi-Sport Court |
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In response to a query from Committee, staff advised that under the Sport Facility Needs Assessment a covered court has been requested and is being examined. |
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ADJOURNMENT |
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It was moved and seconded |
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That the meeting adjourn (4:39 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, January 31, 2023. |
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Councillor Chak Au |
Sarah Goddard |