April 20, 2017 - Minutes

2.

2017 National Public Works Week
(File Ref. No. 10-6000-01) (REDMS No. 5358882)

It was moved and seconded

That the staff report titled “2017 national public works week”, dated April 2, 2017 from the Director, Public Works Operations, be received for information.

CARRIED

3.

Standardization of City's Single and Tandem Axle Vehicle Fleet
(File Ref. No. 02-0735-01) (REDMS No. 5329728 v. 3)

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the Peterbilt make be adopted as the standard for future single and tandem axle cab and chassis vehicle requirements; 

(2)

That staff be authorized to competitively bid directly with Peterbilt dealers to obtain best value; and

(3)

That the Peterbilt make standard for the cab and chassis components of the City’s single and tandem axle vehicle fleet be reviewed after five years or sooner if the City does not receive competitive bids in order to evaluate suitability in relation to overall best value.

CARRIED

4.

Report 2016: Recycling and Solid Waste Management - On Track for 80% Waste Diversion
(File Ref. No. 10-6370-01) (REDMS No. 5352261)

Suzanne Bycraft, Manager, Fleet and Environmental Programs, provided a booklet on recycling and solid waste management (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office).

In reply to queries from Committee, Ms. Bycraft noted that the in-ground garbage bins located in parks and public areas have more depth to allow for increased capacity; thus reducing collection frequency needs.

Joe Erceg, General Manager, Planning and Development, advised that the Building Department administers the Demolition Waste and Recyclable Materials Bylaw No. 9516, and that participation and compliance has been well received and staff will provide an update.

In reply to queries from Committee, Ms. Bycraft advised that the Donation Bin Regulation Bylaw 9502 has been effective and all concerns have been handled in a timely manner.

Ms. Bycraft noted that a viewing of the building material recycling process can be scheduled for Council in an effort to demonstrate the procedures.

Discussion ensued in regards to types of materials that are recyclable, and Ms. Bycraft advised that a list of acceptable items is available for the public to reference.

It was moved and seconded

That the annual report titled, “Report 2016: Recycling and Solid Waste Management – On Track for 80% Waste Diversion” be endorsed and Attachment 1 be made available to the community through the City’s website and through various communication tools including social media channels and as part of community outreach initiatives.

CARRIED

5.

Post Winter Roads and Paving Program Update
(File Ref. No. 10-6060-05-01) (REDMS No. 5357378 v. 2)

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That $202,300 be allocated from the MRN Provision for MRN road rehabilitation and included as an amendment to the 5 Year Consolidated Financial Plan (2017-2021); and

(2)

That $832,500 be allocated from the Gas Tax Provision for Non MRN road rehabilitation and included as an amendment to the 5 Year Consolidated Financial Plan (2017-2021).

CARRIED

6.

Metro Vancouver Gilbert Trunk Sewer No. 2 Update 
(File Ref. No. 10-6060-03-01) (REDMS No. 5320612 v. 5)

In reply to queries from Committee, Lloyd Bie, Manager, Engineering Planning, advised that communication, pedestrian and traffic management plans will be in effect with surrounding businesses during construction to minimize congestion.

It was moved and seconded

That the report titled “Metro Vancouver Gilbert Trunk Sewer No. 2 Update,” dated March 22, 2017 from the Director, Engineering be received for information.

CARRIED

7.

MANAGER’S REPORT

(i)

2017 Capital Construction Projects

John Irving, Director, Engineering, highlighted that the “2017 Capital Construction Projects” Open House is being held in the Atrium at City Hall.

(ii)

Recreational Trails and Cycling Map

Victor Wei, Director, Transportation, distributed a new pocketsize trail and cycling map (copy on file, City Clerk’s Office).

ADJOURNMENT

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (4:21 p.m.).

CARRIED

Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the meeting of the Public Works and Transportation Committee of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Thursday, April 20, 2017.

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Councillor Chak Au
Chair

Sarah Kurian
Legislative Services Coordinator