March 25, 2024 - Agenda

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ITEM

MINUTES

1.

Motion to:

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(1)

adopt the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on March 11, 2024; and

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(2)

adopt the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on March 18, 2024.

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

PRESENTATION

Rose Gardner and Devyn Cairns, HUB Cycling, to present the 2023 HUB Cycling Education Champion Award.

Jane Fernyhough, Chair, Board of Directors, and Barbara Tomasic, Executive Artistic Director, to speak on the Gateway Theatre’s annual presentation.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

2.

Motion to resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items.

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR LEGAL REASONS, DELEGATIONS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON ZONING OR OCP AMENDMENT BYLAWS WHICH ARE TO BE ADOPTED OR ON DEVELOPMENT PERMITS/DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMITS – ITEM NO. .

4.

Motion to rise and report.

RATIFICATION OF COMMITTEE ACTION

CONSENT AGENDA

PLEASE NOTE THAT ITEMS APPEARING ON THE CONSENT AGENDA WHICH PRESENT A CONFLICT OF INTEREST FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.

CONSENT AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS

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Receipt of Committee Minutes

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Economic Development Strategy Update

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Homelessness Strategy 2019-2029: 2023 Update

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Amendments to the Building Regulation Bylaw No. 7230

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Richmond Heritage Commission 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Work Program and Budget Allocation

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Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 10545 to Permit the City of Richmond to Secure Affordable Housing Units at 6851 and 6871 Elmbridge Way

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Low-End Market Rental (LEMR) Program and LEMR Unit Management

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E-Scooter Pilot Project Update

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Water Conservation Related to Single-Pass Cooling Systems

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Award of Contract 8247P – Security Guard Services

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Award of Contract 8274Q – On-Call Plumbing Contractor Services

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Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6803, Amendment Bylaw No. 10542

5.

Motion to adopt Items No. 6 through No. 17 by general consent.

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

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(1)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on March 12, 2024;

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(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on March 18, 2024;

(3)

the Planning Committee meeting held on March 19, 2024 (distributed separately);

(4)

the Public Works and Transportation Committee meeting held on March 20, 2024; (distributed separately)

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(5)

the Council/School Board Liaison Committee meeting held on January 31, 2024, and (distributed separately)

be received for information.

7.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY UPDATE

(File Ref. No. 08-4150-01) (REDMS No. 7586290)

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See Page CNCL-40 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the approach to updating the City’s Economic Development Strategy as outlined in the staff report titled, “Economic Development Strategy Update,” dated February 23, 2024, from the Director, Business Services, be endorsed. 

8.

HOMELESSNESS STRATEGY 2019-2029: 2023 UPDATE

(File Ref. No. 08-4057-11-03) (REDMS No. 7556775)

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See Page CNCL-51 for full report

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the Homelessness Strategy 2019–2029: 2023 Update, as outlined in the staff report titled “Homelessness Strategy 2019–2029: 2023 Update", dated February 12, 2024 from the Director, Community Social Development, be received for information; and

(2)

That the Homelessness Strategy 2019–2029: 2023 Update be distributed to key community partners, local Members of Parliament, local Members of the Legislative Assembly and posted on the City’s website.

9.

AMENDMENTS TO THE BUILDING REGULATION BYLAW NO. 7230

(File Ref. No. 12-8360-01) (REDMS No. 7577843)

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See Page CNCL-86 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That Building Regulation Bylaw No.7230, Amendment Bylaw No. 10506, be introduced and given first, second and third readings;

(2)

That Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 10504, be introduced and given first, second and third readings;

(3)

That Municipal Ticket Information Authorization Bylaw No. 7321, Amendment Bylaw No. 10505, be introduced and given first, second and third readings; and

(4)

The Consolidated Fees Bylaw No. 8636, Amendment Bylaw No. 10544, be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

10.

RICHMOND HERITAGE COMMISSION 2023 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2024 WORK PROGRAM AND BUDGET ALLOCATION

(File Ref. No. 01-0100-30-HCOM1-01) (REDMS No. 7575141)

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See Page CNCL-106 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the Richmond Heritage Commission’s 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Work Program and Budget Allocation, as presented in the staff report titled “Richmond Heritage Commission 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Work Program and Budget Allocation”, dated February 20, 2024, from the Director of Policy Planning, be approved.

11.

HOUSING AGREEMENT BYLAW NO. 10545 TO PERMIT THE CITY OF RICHMOND TO SECURE AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS AT 6851 AND 6871 ELMBRIDGE WAY

(File Ref. No.) (REDMS No. )

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See Page CNCL-113 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Housing Agreement (6851 and 6871 Elmbridge Way) Bylaw No. 10545 to permit the City to enter into a Housing Agreement substantially in the form attached hereto, in accordance with requirements of section 483 of the Local Government Act, to secure the Affordable Housing Units required by rezoning application RZ 17-782750, be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

12.

LOW-END MARKET RENTAL (LEMR) PROGRAM AND LEMR UNIT MANAGEMENT

(File Ref. No. 08-4057-051) (REDMS No. 7575578)

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See Page CNCL-141 for full report

PLANNING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That staff be authorized, via an expression of interest, to explore opportunities to retain an independent organization to manage the Low-End Market Rental (LEMR) Program and report back to Council.

13.

E-SCOOTER PILOT PROJECT UPDATE

(File Ref. No. 10-6490-01) (REDMS No. 7529724)

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See Page CNCL-165 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the extension of the City’s E-Scooter Pilot Project as described in the staff report titled “E-Scooter Pilot Project Update”, dated February 21, 2024, from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed;

(2)

That staff advise the Province that the City of Richmond consents to the Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project taking place within the City, effective April 5, 2024; and

(3)

That staff provide a yearly safety and enforcement review.

14.

WATER CONSERVATION RELATED TO SINGLE-PASS COOLING SYSTEMS

(File Ref. No. 10-6060-01) (REDMS No. 7566529)

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See Page CNCL-171 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That, as outlined in the staff report titled "Water Conservation Related to Single-Pass Cooling Systems”, dated February 27, 2024, from the Director, Engineering, the proposed resident and business engagement strategy for water conservation related to single-pass cooling systems be endorsed.

15.

AWARD OF CONTRACT 8247P – SECURITY GUARD SERVICES

(File Ref. No. 02-0745-01) (REDMS No. 7521749)

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See Page CNCL-175 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That Contract 8247P – Security Guard Services be awarded to The British Columbia Corps of Commissionaires for a three-year term for an estimated value of $1,351,000.00, excluding taxes, as described in the report titled “Award of Contract 8247P – Security Guard Services,” dated February 12, 2024 from the Director, Facilities and Project Development;

(2)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Engineering and Public Works be authorized to extend the initial three-year term up to the maximum term of five years, for the additional estimated value of $971,000.00, excluding taxes;

(3)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Engineering and Public Works be authorized to execute the contracts and all related documentation with The British Columbia Corps of Commissionaires; and

(4)

That the Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2024-2028) be amended to increase the Engineering and Public Works operating budget by $272,234.00 funded by the Rate Stabilization Account as detailed in the report titled “Award of Contract 8247P – Security Guard Services,” dated February 12, 2024, from the Director, Facilities and Project Development.

16.

AWARD OF CONTRACT 8274Q – ON-CALL PLUMBING CONTRACTOR SERVICES

(File Ref. No. 10-6000-01) (REDMS No. 7529360)

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See Page CNCL-180 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That Contract 8274Q – On-Call Plumbing Contractor Services be awarded to Baza Ventures Inc. (dba PJB Mechanical), Pacific Mechanical Systems Ltd. (dba Kern BSG Management Ltd.) and Cobing Building Solutions Ltd. (dba C&C Electrical Mechanical) for a three-year term for an aggregate value of $2,020,000.00, excluding taxes, as described in the report titled "Award of Contract 8274Q – On-Call Plumbing Contractor Services," dated February 14, 2024 from the Director, Facilities and Project Development;

(2)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Engineering and Public Works be authorized to extend the initial three-year term, up to a maximum of five years, for an additional value of $1,385,000.00 excluding taxes; and

(3)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Engineering and Public Works be authorized to execute the contracts and all related documentation with Baza Ventures Inc. (dba PJB Mechanical), Pacific Mechanical Systems Ltd. (dba Kern BSG Management Ltd.) and Cobing Building Solutions Ltd. (dba C&C Electrical Mechanical) over the five-year term.

17.

SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING REGULATION BYLAW NO. 6803, AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 10542

(File Ref. No. 10-6370-01) (REDMS No. 7566870)

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See Page CNCL-185 for full report

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6803, Amendment Bylaw No. 10542 be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

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CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

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NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS

NEW BUSINESS

BYLAW FOR 1^st/2^nd/3^rd READINGS AND REVISIONS

ROAD CLOSURE AND REMOVAL OF ROAD DEDICATION BYLAW NO. 10225

(File Ref. No. 06-2290-20-183; RZ 19-870807) (REDMS No.)

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See Page CNCL-191 for Staff Memorandum

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See Page CNCL 193 for Bylaw No. 10225

STAFF RECOMMENDATION

(1)

Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10225 (Portion of Road adjacent to 8740, 8760, 8780, and 8800 Spires Road) be introduced and given 1st, 2^nd and 3^rd readings;

(2)

The required notice of road closure and disposition of the closed road be advertised prior to final adoption;

(3)

Staff be authorized to file a certifying statement executed by the Corporate Officer at Land Title Office cancelling the right of resumption in the closed road pursuant to the Resumption of Highways Regulation;

(4)

Staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to raise title to the road closure areas totalling ±170.8 square metres and transfer them to 1219002 B.C. Ltd. or its designate for $580,000 plus applicable taxes; and

(5)

Staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to complete all matters as contained in the report titled “Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10225 (Portion of Road adjacent to 8740, 8760, 8780, and 8800 Spires Road) and Disposition of the Closed Road Area in relation to RZ 19-870807” dated February 10, 2022 including authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services to negotiate and execute all documentation required to effect the transaction, including executing all required Land Title Office documentation.

ADMINISTRATIVE REVISION – ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 10465

(File Ref. No. 06-2290-20-183; RZ 19-870807) (REDMS No.)

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See Page CNCL-196 for Staff Memorandum

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See Page CNCL-197 for Bylaw No. 10465

STAFF RECOMMENDATION

That Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10465 be amended to add the following legal descriptions:  

(1)

P.I.D. 010-472-517 Lot 15 Section 9 Block 4 North Range 6 West New Westminster District Plan 21489;

(2)

P.I.D. 004-063-309 Lot 16 Section 9 Block 4 North Range 6 West New Westminster District Plan 21489;

(3)

P.I.D. 010-472-541 Lot 17 Section 9 Block 4 North Range 6 West New Westminster District Plan 21489;

(4)

P.I.D. 009-104-194 Lot 18 Section 9 Block 4 North Range 6 West New Westminster District Plan 21489; and

(5)

a closed portion of Spires Road and Cook Crescent dedicated by Plan 21489, Sections 9, Block 4 North Range 6 West New Westminster District as shown in Reference Plan EPP 128236.

BYLAW FOR ADOPTION

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Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10459

Opposed at 1^st/ 2^nd/ 3^rd Readings – None.

PUBLIC DELEGATIONS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

18.

Motion to resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on non‑agenda items.

Tony Wang to delegate on Steveston London Dog Park.

19.

Motion to rise and report.

ADJOURNMENT