MINUTES

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the meeting of the Public Works & Transportation Committee held on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, be adopted as circulated.

CARRIED

NEXT COMMITTEE MEETING DATE

Thursday, May 24, 2012 (tentative date) at 4:00 p.m. in the Anderson Room

ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

1.

BC HYDRO 20 YEAR WORK PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND

(File Ref. No. 10-6060-01) (REDMS No. 3502343)

It was moved and seconded

That staff report back on BC Hydro activity and progress toward a common voltage for Lulu Island on an annual basis.

The question on the motion was not called.

In reply to queries from Committee, Lloyd Bie, Manager, Engineering Planning, advised that (i) extensive upgrading of BC Hydro’s infrastructure will impact Richmond neighbourhoods; (ii) staff anticipate typical construction impacts such as traffic and electrical service disruptions; and (iii) there is no cost to the City associated with BC Hydro’s infrastructure upgrades.

Discussion ensued and John Irving, Director, Engineering, advised that as the City further develops, there may be more opportunities to utilize underground electrical service versus existing overhead electrical service.

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED.

2.

GILBERT TRUNK SEWER UPDATE

(File Ref. No. 10-6060-03-01) (REDMS No. 3501874)

In reply to a query from Committee, Colin Meldrum, Senior Project Engineer, Metro Vancouver, advised that the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure expressed a preference for Sea Island Way as opposed to Bridgeport Road for the Gilbert Trunk Sewer alignment as they believe this route would have less impacts on traffic.

Vanessa Langan, Consultation and Community Relations Coordinator, Metro Vancouver, commented on Metro Vancouver’s community relations strategy and stated that high impact stakeholders include residents and businesses that will be affected by the project.

It was moved and seconded

That the updated alignment for the Gilbert Trunk Sewer upgrade as identified in the staff report titled “Gilbert Trunk Sewer Update” dated April 3, 2012 from the Director, Engineering, be endorsed.

The question on the motion was not called.

In reply to a query from Committee, Mr. Meldrum stated that the existing Gilbert Trunk Sewer will be rehabilitated and put into service again.  The sewer is approximately 41 years old.

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED.

3.

EAST RICHMOND IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE UPDATE

(File Ref. No. 10-6060-04-01) (REDMS No. 3490862)

It was moved and seconded

That the staff report titled “East Richmond Irrigation and Drainage Update” dated April 3, 2012 from the Director, Engineering, be received for information.

The question on the motion was not called.

In reply to a query from Committee, Mr. Bie stated that staff anticipate conducting a new study in 2012 and that its findings could be brought to a future Public Works and Transportation Committee meeting.

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED.

4.

ALEXANDRA DISTRICT ENERGY UTILITY BYLAW NO 8641 AMENDMENT BYLAW NO 8892

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-8892) (REDMS No. 3499575 v.7)

It was moved and seconded

That the Alexandra District Energy Utility Bylaw No. 8641, Amendment Bylaw No. 8892 be introduced and given first, second and third reading.

The question on the motion was not called.

In reply to queries from Committee, Mr. Irving stated that (i) there is no late comerfee as the Alexandra District Energy Utility (ADEU) infrastructure is paid for by the utility, and (ii) staff will report back in Spring 2012 with recommendations related to governance models and financing options for the ADEU.

The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED.

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

5.

CITY OF RICHMOND – “TAP WATER FIRST” INITIATIVE UPDATE

(File Ref. No. 01-0370-01) (REDMS No. 3503400 V.3)

It was moved and seconded

That the staff report titled “City Of Richmond – ‘Tap Water First’ Initiative Update” dated April 3, 2012 from the Interim Director, Sustainability and District Energy, be received for information.

CARRIED

6.

CONTINUATION OF ENHANCED PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

(File Ref. No. 10-6125-04-01) (REDMS No. 3510579 v.4)

In reply to queries from Committee, Cecilia Achiam, Interim Director, Sustainability and District Energy, provided the following information:

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a cosmetic pesticide is one that is used for non-essential control of pests in lawns and gardens on residential properties and City-owned lands;

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staff anticipate that the recommendations of the Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticide be brought forward to the Legislative Assembly in the near future;

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staff are continuing to work with local businesses such as landscapers and nurseries to educate them on the Pesticide Use Control Bylaw;

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staff conduct workshops on natural gardening and lawn care in an effort to further promote the Program; and

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staff have assisted Community Bylaws with complaints and conducted on-site visits to educate residents on alternatives to traditional pesticides.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the Enhanced Pesticide Management Program as described in the staff report titled “Enhanced Pesticide Management Program Review”, dated February 8, 2011 (Attachment 1), including the TFT Environmental Coordinator, be approved to continue on a temporary basis until the province takes action on the use of pesticides for cosmetic purposes; and

(2)

That staff report back when the provincial Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticides recommendations are made public.

CARRIED

PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

7.

MOORAGE FOR CANADIAN COAST GUARD AUXILIARY STATION 10

(File Ref. No. ) (REDMS No. 3496651)

In reply to a query from Committee, Serena Lusk, Manager, Parks Programs, advised that the Britannia Heritage Shipyard Society, Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (Station 10), and the Scotch Pond Heritage Cooperative are pleased with the proposed recommendations.

In reply to queries from the Acting Chair, Rob Hayman, Station 10 Leader, advised that Station 10 has approximately 35 members and fundraising is their primary source of revenue.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

Britannia Heritage Shipyard, as detailed in the staff report, “Moorage for Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Station 10,” from the Senior Manager, Parks, be approved as the location for the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Pacific Region – Station 10 to moor its boathouse and operate its services; and

(2)

staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to complete an agreement with the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary – Station 10 to moor its boathouse and operate its services at Britannia Heritage Shipyards, as outlined in the report, “Moorage for Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary – Station 10,” from the General Manager, Parks and Recreation including authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to negotiate and execute all documentation required to effect the transaction.

CARRIED

8.

MANAGER’S REPORT

(i)

Update on Fraser River Freshet

Tom Stewart, Director, Public Works Operations, distributed a graph titled ‘Historical Snow Pack-Fraser’ (attached to and forming part of these Minutes as Schedule 1).  Mr. Stewart reviewed the graph’s findings and stated that staff do not anticipate any problems for Richmond related to the Fraser River freshet.

(ii)

2012 Capital Projects Open House

Mr. Ivring spoke of the April 4, 2012 Capital Projects Open House, highlighting that it was very successful.

(iii)

Bus Re-Routing Changes at Richmond-Brighouse Station

Victor Wei, Director, Transportation, referenced a memorandum dated April 16, 2012 titled ‘Upcoming Bus Re-Routing Changes at Richmond-Brighouse Station’ (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office) and provided background information.

Also, Mr. Wei commented on the recent articles regarding the TransLink funding shortage for fare gates at the Broadway and Commercial SkyTrain stations.  Mr. Wei advised that the Canada Line is not affected by this funding shortfall and it is anticipated that Richmond’s Canada Line stations be fully equipped with fare gates/turnstiles on schedule.

ADJOURNMENT

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (4:30 p.m.).

CARRIED

Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the meeting of the Public Works & Transportation Committee of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Wednesday, April 18, 2012.

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Councillor Chak Au

Acting Chair

Hanieh Berg

Committee Clerk