March 10, 2025 - Minutes

Place:

Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall

Present:

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie
Councillor Chak Au
Councillor Carol Day
Councillor Laura Gillanders
Councillor Kash Heed
Councillor Andy Hobbs
Councillor Alexa Loo
Councillor Bill McNulty
Councillor Michael Wolfe

Corporate Officer – Claudia Jesson

Call to Order:

Mayor Brodie called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

RES NO.

ITEM

MINUTES

R25/5-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on February 24, 2025, be adopted as circulated.

CARRIED

PRESENTATION

Alex Kurnicki, Manager, Parks Programs, presented the artists and winning top ten designs selected for the City of Richmond 2025 Street Banner program and noted the following:

§  the Street Banner program is an initiative of the Partners for Beatification, a community engagement program that encourages Richmond residents to become actively involved in creating a vibrant beautiful community;

§  The entries received celebrate the places, activities, people and experiences that makes Richmond beautiful and unique;

§  This year over 585 submissions were received, with original images reflecting one or more of the following themes: Arts, Culture and Heritage, Community, Diversity, Island City, Nature, Play, Sports and Recreation, Sustainability, Urban Landscape, and Wildlife;

§  The banners will be installed within the next few days in select areas of Richmond City Centre and major gateways throughout Richmond and will remain in place until early 2026.

The successful submissions were unveiled by each artist together with a short video profiling their creative inspiration and reflections on their artistic process.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R25/5-2

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:24 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items – None.

R25/5-3

4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:25 p.m.).

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

R25/5-4

5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items No. 6 through No. 17 be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Committee meeting held on February 25, 2025;

(2)

the Finance Committee meeting held on March 3, 2025;

(3)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on March 3, 2025; and

(4)

the Planning Committee meeting held on March 4, 2025;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

Richmond Public Art Program 2024 Annual Highlights and Public Art Advisory Committee 2025 Work Plan

(File Ref. No. 11-7000-09-01; 01-0100-30-RPAR1-01) (REDMS No. 7931292, 7920365)

That the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee 2025 Work Plan, as presented in the staff report titled “Richmond Public Art Program 2024 Annual Highlights and Public Art Advisory Committee 2025 Work Plan”, dated February 3, 2025, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Arrival of the S.V. Titania Painting Loan Request

(File Ref. No. 103-1000-02-147) (REDMS No. 7882234)

That the Arrival of the S.V. Titania painting loan request, as described in the staff report titled, “Arrival of the S.V. Titania Painting Loan Request”, dated February 3, 2025, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

Proposed South Dyke Trail Enhancements around Crown Packaging

(File Ref. No. 06-2400-20-SDYK1) (REDMS No. 7922740, 7938472)

(1)

That the proposed enhancements and associated impacts for the trail within the statutory right of way over 13800 No. 3 Road, around Crown Packaging, as outlined in the staff report titled “Proposed South Dyke Trail Enhancements around Crown Packaging”, dated February 10, 2025, from the Director, Parks Services, be approved; and

(2)

That staff proceed with the next steps, including an Agricultural Land Commission application and approval, as outlined in the staff report titled “Proposed South Dyke Trail Enhancements around Crown Packaging”, dated February 10, 2025, from the Director, Parks Services.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

Burkeville Neighbourhood Park Renewal –Engagement Results and Next Steps

(File Ref. No. 06-2345-20-BURK1) (REDMS No. 7904128, 7860842, 7961982, 7942420, 7942421, 7942422, 7962638)

(1)

That the concept for the playground and sport courts renewal as outlined in the staff report titled “Burkeville Neighbourhood Park Renewal – Engagement Results and Next Steps”, dated February 12, 2025, from the Director, Park Services, be approved; and

(2)

That staff proceed with next steps as outlined in the staff report titled “Burkeville Neighbourhood Park Renewal – Engagement Results and Next Steps”, dated February 12, 2025, from the Director, Park Services.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

11.

Sewer Heat Recovery Central Energy Plant - Concept Design

(File Ref. No. 10-6600-10-07; XR: 01-0060-20-LIEC1) (REDMS No. 7827724)

That, as presented in the staff report titled “Sewer Heat Recovery Central Energy Plant – Concept Design”, dated January 18, 2025:

(1)

The concept design for the Sewer Heat Recovery Central Energy Plant be approved; and

(2)

The Sewer Heat Recovery Central Energy Plant project to be referred to the Major Projects Oversight Committee.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

12.

Homelessness Strategy 2019–2029: 2024 Update

(File Ref. No. 08-4057-11-03) (REDMS No. 7937840, 7939925)

(1)

That the Homelessness Strategy 2019–2029: 2024 Update, as outlined in the staff report titled “Homelessness Strategy 2019–2029: 2024 Update”, dated February 5, 2025, from the Director, Community Social Development, be received for information; and

(2)

That the Homelessness Strategy 2019–2029: 2024 Update be distributed to key community partners, including Vancouver Coastal Health, local Members of Parliament, local Members of the Legislative Assembly, including the Minister of Health, the Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction and the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, and posted on the City’s website; and

(3)

That the matter be referred to staff to consult with City Council, public stakeholders and facility users regarding:

(a)

further strategies to address the issues arising out of those who are unhoused; and

(b)

further support services needed for those affected, such as detox facilities or community health clinics.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

13.

Bill 16 – Request to Extend June 30, 2025 Deadline to Existing Bonus Density Zones

(File Ref. No. 01-0035-20-HOUS1; XR: 01-0035-20-HSDF1; HR: 01-0035-20-HSRD1;
XR: 08-4057-01) (REDMS No. 7962815)

That a letter be sent to the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs requesting an extension to Provincial deadlines to allow the continuation of the use of existing density bonusing zones until December 31, 2026, with copies of this letter sent to Richmond Members of the Legislative Assembly.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

14.

Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Program

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-RACC1-01) (REDMS No. 7934995, 7841977, 7915143)

(1)

That the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee’s 2024 Annual Report, as presented in the staff report titled “Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Program”, dated February 6, 2025, from the Director, Community Social Development, be received for information; and

(2)

That the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee’s 2025 Work Program be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

15.

Seniors Strategy Highlights Report 2023–2024

(File Ref. No. 07-3400-01) (REDMS No. 7937435, 7937545)

(1)

That the Seniors Strategy Highlights Report 2023–2024 as outlined in the staff report titled, “Seniors Strategy Highlights Report 2023–2024”, dated February 4, 2025, from the Director, Community Social Development, be received for information; and

(2)

That the Seniors Strategy Highlights Report 2023–2024 be posted on the City website and distributed to key partners, local Members of Parliament, and local Members of the Legislative Assembly, including the Minister of Health, the Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction and the Minister of Municipal Affairs.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

16.

Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Program

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-AADV1-01) (REDMS No. 7889019)

(1)

That the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee 2024 Annual Report, as presented in the staff report titled “Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Program” dated February 3, 2025 from the Director, Policy Planning, be received for information; and

(2)

That the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee’s 2025 Work Program be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

17.

Application by Foursquare Gospel Church of Canada to Extend the Temporary Commercial Use Permit at Unit 140 - 11300 No. 5 Road

(File Ref. No. 08-4105-20- TU 24-049270) (REDMS No. 7939890)

(1)

That the application by Foursquare Gospel Church of Canada to extend the Temporary Commercial Use Permit (TU 24-049270) at Unit 140 – 11300 No. 5 Road to permit “Religious Assembly” use be considered for a period of three years; and

(2)

That the application be forwarded to the April 22, 2025, Public Hearing at 5:30pm in the Council Chambers of Richmond City Hall.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R25/5-5

It was moved and seconded

That Housing Agreement (Affordable Housing) (6551 No. 3 Rd) Bylaw No.9952, Amendment Bylaw No. 10634 be adopted.

CARRIED
Opposed:  Cllrs. Gillanders
Wolfe

R25/5-6

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 10586;

Richmond Official Community Plan Bylaw 9000 and Bylaw 7100, Amendment Bylaw No. 10587;

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 10588; and

Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 10636

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R25/5-7

18.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on February 12, 2025, and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on November 14, 2024 and February 12, 2025, and January 29, 2025, be received for information; and

(2)

That the recommendations of the Panel to authorize the issuance of:

(a)

a Development Permit (DP 22-023115) for the 9311/9331 Ferndale Road; and

(b)

a Development Permit (DP 23-018521) for the property at 7491 No. 1 Road; and

(c)

a Development Permit (DP 22-023117) for the property at 9511 Granville Avenue;

be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R25/5-8

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:01 p.m.).

CARRIED

Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the Regular meeting of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Monday, March 10, 2025.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (Claudia Jesson)