June 22, 2026 - Minutes

Place:

Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall

Present:

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie
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

R26/12-1

1.

It was moved and seconded

That:

(1)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on June 8, 2026, be adopted as circulated;

(2)

the minutes of the Special Council meeting held on June 15, 2026, be adopted as circulated;

(3)

the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on June 15, 2026, be adopted as circulated; and

(4)

the Metro Vancouver ‘Board in Brief’ dated May 29, 2026, be received for information.

CARRIED

AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS

R26/12-2

It was moved and seconded

That there be an addition to part (4) of Item 11 of the Agenda, page CNCL 6, to read as follows: “(4) That staff explore options: (a) for a possible emergency shelter fund; and (b) for shelter service providers to be flexible in length of residency rules in emergency circumstances.”

CARRIED

PRESENTATION

Staff reported (i) the City of Richmond has once again been recognized for excellence in financial reporting and fiscal transparency, receiving the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Canadian Award for Financial Reporting for the 23rd consecutive year; the award recognizes excellence in the preparation and presentation of the City’s 2024 annual financial statements, (ii) in addition, the City has received the GFOA’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting for the 16th consecutive year; recognizing the City’s commitment to presenting financial information in a clear, accessible and user-friendly format for residents and stakeholders, and (iii) the City was also recognized by the C.D. Howe Institute for its excellence in municipal budgeting, financial reporting and fiscal transparency, and for the fourth consecutive year, Richmond received the highest grade awarded in the Institute’s annual assessment, earning an A- rating and placing among only six municipalities across Canada to receive the top rating this year.

These achievements reflect Council’s commitment to transparency, accountability and responsible financial management, as well as the collaborative efforts of staff across the organization who contribute to the preparation, review and publication of these reports.

The Government Finance Officers Association awards were accepted on behalf of the City of Richmond by Mayor Brodie.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

R26/12-3

2.

It was moved and seconded

That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:04 p.m.).

CARRIED

3.

Delegations from the floor on Agenda items:

Item No. 16 – Application by BC Housing Management Commission for a Temporary Use Permit at 2520, 2540, 2560, 2580, 2600, 2640 Smith Street and 9031 Bridgeport Road

Sheldon Starrett, Richmond resident, spoke in opposition to the Temporary Use Permit application to extend the low-barrier temporary supportive housing at Astor Place, noting that over the years many of the current residents appear to have been suffering from the negative and harmful effects of addiction, often resulting in unwanted guests invited to the neighbourhood, bringing disorder, open drug use, discarded needles, vandalism to businesses, private property and motor vehicles, and very little recourse from police.

Item No. 11 – Seniors Homelessness in Richmond

Jerome Dickey, 9280 Glenallan Drive, Richmond, noted that more seniors in the community are facing housing insecurity and homelessness, and spoke to the concept of a Richmond housing authority, with a goal to create long-term housing capacity focused specifically on Richmond's needs.

R26/12-4

4.

It was moved and seconded

That Committee rise and report (7:14 p.m.).

CARRIED

CONSENT AGENDA

R26/12-5

5.

It was moved and seconded

That Items No. 6 through No. 15 be adopted by general consent.

CARRIED

6.

COMMITTEE MINUTES

That the minutes of:

(1)

the Community Safety Committee meeting held on June 9, 2026;

(2)

the General Purposes Committee meeting held on June 15, 2026;

(3)

the Planning Committee meeting held on June 16, 2026; and

(4)

the Public Works and Transportation Committee meeting held on June 17, 2026;

be received for information.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

7.

2026 UBCM Community Excellence Awards Program

(File Ref. No. 01-0083-20-001; 01-0060-20-UBCM1-01) (REDMS No. 8387953)

That the City of Richmond’s submissions to the Union of BC Municipalities 2026 Community Excellence Awards program be endorsed:

(1)

Excellence in Governance: Building Our Future Together: Social Development Strategy (2025-2035);

(2)

Excellence in Service Delivery: Richmond Fire-Rescue Online Education Program;

(3)

Excellence in Asset Management: Murals Celebrate Richmond’s Beauty; and

(4)

Excellence in Sustainability: Nature-Based Flood Protection Solutions Assessment.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

8.

Richmond Sport Hosting Strategy (2026-2031)

(File Ref. No. 11-7000-10-02) (REDMS No. 8393560)

That the Richmond Sport Hosting Strategy (2026-2031), as detailed in the report titled “Richmond Sport Hosting Strategy (2026-2031)”, dated June 1, 2026, from the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services and the General Manager, Parks, Recreation and Culture, be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

9.

Award of Contract - 8562P - Provision of Traffic Control Services

(File Ref. No. 03-1000-20-8562) (REDMS No. 8389258)

(1)

That Contract 8562P – Provision of Traffic Control Services be awarded for a three-year term commencing July 1, 2026, to Glen Traffic Solutions as the primary service provider and with United Traffic Control Ltd. and The Universal Group identified as the secondary and tertiary providers respectively, for the maximum total amount of contract of $3,230,600, excluding taxes, as described in the report titled “Award of Contract – 8562P – Provision of Traffic Control Services” dated June 1, 2026, from the General Manager, Engineering & Public Works; and

(2)

That the Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Engineering and Public Works be authorized to execute the contracts with Glen Traffic Solutions, United Traffic Control Ltd. and The Universal Group.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

10.

Housekeeping Amendments to Traffic, Soil Deposit and Removal, Boulevard Maintenance, Noise and Related Enforcement Bylaws

(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-010752; 12-8060-20-010681; 12-8060-20-010754; 12-8060-20-010755; 12-8060-20-010756; 12-8060-20-010765) (REDMS No. 8355981, 8241597, 7743435, 8241581, 8241586, 8127281, 8411152)

(1)

That Traffic Bylaw No. 5870, Amendment Bylaw No. 10752, be introduced and given first, second and third readings;

(2)

That Soil Deposit and Removal Bylaw No. 10200 Amendment Bylaw No. 10681, be introduced and given first, second and third readings;

(3)

That Bylaw Enforcement Officer Bylaw No. 9742, Amendment Bylaw No. 10754, be introduced and given, first, second and third readings;

(4)

That Boulevard Maintenance Regulation Bylaw No. 7174, Amendment Bylaw No. 10755 be introduced and given first, second and third readings;

(5)

That Notice of Bylaw Violation Dispute Adjudication Bylaw No. 8122, Amendment Bylaw No. 10756 be introduced and given first, second and third readings; and

(6)

That Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 8856, Amendment Bylaw No. 10765 be introduced and given first, second and third readings.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

11.

Seniors Homelessness in Richmond

(File Ref. No. 08-4057-04) (REDMS No. 8440024)

(1)

That a letter be sent to the Premier, the Minister of Health, the Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, the Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors Services and Long-Term Care, and local Members of the Legislative Assembly to advocate for sustainable funding to enhance services that support seniors at risk of or experiencing homelessness;

(2)

That a letter be sent to the President and Chief Executive Officer, Vancouver Coastal Health; the Vice President, Richmond Community, Vancouver Coastal Health; the Vice President, Richmond Acute Care, Vancouver Coastal Health and the Medical Health Officer to advocate for sustainable funding to enhance services that support seniors at risk of or experiencing homelessness;

(3)

That a request to meet with the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, the Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction and the Minister of Health at the 2026 Union of BC Municipalities Conference be submitted; and

(4)

That staff explore options for:

(a)

a possible emergency shelter fund; and

(b)

the shelter service providers to be flexible in length of residency rules in emergency circumstances.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

12.

Heritage Alteration Permit for 3871 Moncton Street (Independent Meat Market)

(File Ref. No. HA 26-004534) (REDMS No. 8422913, 8413911, 8428120, 8426237)

That a Heritage Alteration Permit be issued for the protected heritage property at 3871 Moncton Street (Independent Meat Market), which would permit exterior alterations.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

13.

North Dike Upgrades from Lynas Lane to No. 2 Road – Public Engagement Summary

(File Ref. No. 10-6045-09-01) (REDMS No. 8353697)

That the Dike Master Plan Concept identified in the report titled "North Dike Upgrades from Lynas Lane to No. 2 Road- Public Engagement Summary", dated May 13, 2026, from the General Manager, Engineering and Public Works, be endorsed for detailed design and construction.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

14.

Garry Street Traffic Calming

(File Ref. No. 10-6450-09-01) (REDMS No. 8392777)

That Option 2 to implement two raised crosswalks on Garry Street as described in the report titled “Garry Street Traffic Calming”, dated May 19, 2026, from the General Manager, Engineering and Public Works, be approved.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

15.

2025 Annual Report and 2025 Annual Report Highlights 

(File Ref. No. 01-0375-01) (REDMS No. 8412599)

That the report titled “2025 Annual Report” and “2025 Annual Report – Highlights”, from the General Manager Finance and Corporate Services, be approved and posted on the City’s website.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE

Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair

16.

Application by BC Housing Management Commission for a Temporary Use Permit at 2520, 2540, 2560, 2580, 2600, 2640 Smith Street and 9031 Bridgeport Road

(File Ref. No. TU 26-011521) (REDMS No. 8412272)

R26/12-6

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the application by BC Housing Management Commission for a new Temporary Use Permit that permits a three-storey supportive housing building with 40 studio units at 2520, 2540, 2560, 2580, 2600, 2640 Smith Street and 9031 Bridgeport Road be considered for a period of three years starting on March 15, 2027, through to March 15, 2030; and

(2)

That the application be forwarded to the July 20, 2026, Public Hearing at 5:30 pm.

The question on Resolution R26/12-6 was not called as discussion ensued with respect to (i) the Medical Health Officer letter of support, noting supportive housing is an important component of the housing continuum, (ii) staff correspondence regarding the recent cancellation of the Province’s Community Housing Fund, and subsequent introduction of the joint Provincial/Federal $5 billion Community Strong Fund,  (iii) notification to neighbouring residents and businesses (radius of 100 metres within the area), (iv) concern regarding the extended length of stay once in supportive care, as the next level of subsidized housing is not available, which contradicts the housing continuum of care, (v) reported negative impact to neighbouring businesses (one business citing over 700 incidents in one year), and the need to look at ways to ensure the site is a good neighbour, and (vi) the Memorandum of Understanding should be reviewed  to ensure it is as strong as it can be.

In response to queries from Council, staff noted (i) the site opened in 2023 with 38 of the 40 units initially occupied, and 80% of those residents are still there, (ii) one piece of correspondence has been received in response to the Temporary Use Permit Application, and (iii) the selection of tenants to any of the City’s supportive housing sites is based on an assessment of need.

The question on Resolution R26/12-6 was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Heed and Loo opposed.

PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE

Councillor Carol Day, Chair

17.

Business Recycling Resources Pilot Program Review

(File Ref. No. 10-6370-01) (REDMS No. 8377585)

R26/12-7

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Option 2 as outlined in the report titled, “Business Recycling Resources Pilot Program Review”, dated May 29, 2026, from the General Manager, Engineering and Public Works, be approved; and

(2)

That a letter be sent from the Mayor to the Minister of Environment and Parks requesting that, using the findings from the 2025 Preventing Non-Residential Packaging Waste Engagement Report, the Province enact legislation for businesses and institutions to

submit waste prevention plans, conduct audits, or implement specific waste prevention actions.

The question on Resolution R26/12-7 was not called as a brief discussion ensued with respect to (i) recycling guidelines for businesses that extends to throughout the region, and (ii) advocacy to the regional and provincial government to introduce regulations and requirements for stable recycling plans and legislations across the board

The question on Resolution R26/12-7 was then called and it was CARRIED.

18.

MINLER ROAD TRAFFIC CALMING UPDATE AND PEDESTRIAN FACILITY OPTIONS

(File Ref. No. 10-6450-09-01) (REDMS No. 8416996, 8355437, 5375599)

R26/12-8

It was moved and seconded

That a capital project for the Minler Road walkway improvements in the amount $1.8 million funded from the Capital Reserve (Revolving Fund) be approved and that the Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2025-2029) be amended accordingly.

The question on Resolution R26/12-8 was not called as discussion ensued with respect to (i) cost saving measures and evaluation criteria, (ii) the capital budgeting process and priority for capital projects, (iii) immediate action that could be taken to address speeding (e.g., speed cushions, four-way stop instead of the current two-way stop), and (iv) the annual budget program for construction of sidewalks and walkways versus the capital budgeting process (noting there are 240 residential streets in Richmond that do not have sidewalks).

In response to queries from Council, staff noted (i) there will be approximately 40 lights on the street, and (ii) the cost difference for a crushed gravel walkway instead of an asphalt could be roughly $100,000 cheaper, but the City would incur an ongoing cost for maintenance of the gravel walkway.

The question on Resolution R26/12-8 was then called and it was CARRIED with Mayor Brodie and Councillors Hobbs and Loo opposed.

FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES DIVISION

19.

2025 COUNCIL REMUNERATION AND EXPENSES
(File Ref. No. 03-1200-03) (REDMS No. 8422797)

R26/12-9

It was moved and seconded

That the report titled, “2025 Council Remuneration and Expenses”, from the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services, dated June 12, 2026, be received for information.

CARRIED

20.

2025 COUNCIL REMUNERATION AND EXPENSES FROM OTHER AGENCIES

(File Ref. No. 03-1200-03) (REDMS No. 8442764)

R26/12-10

It was moved and seconded

That the report titled, “2025 Council Remuneration and Expenses from Other Agencies”, from the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services, dated June 12, 2026, be received for information.

CARRIED

21.

2025 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION
File Ref. No. 03-1200-06) (REDMS No. 8422074)

R26/12-11

It was moved and seconded

That the report titled, “2025 Statement of Financial Information”, from the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services, dated June 12, 2026, be approved.

CARRIED

22.

RICHMOND OLYMPIC OVAL CORPORATION 2025 STATEMENT OF REMUNERATION AND EXPENSES

(File Ref. No. 03-1200-09) (REDMS No. 8446362)

R26/12-12

That the report titled Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation 2025 Statement of Remuneration and Expenses from the Director, Finance, Innovation & Technology, Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation be received for information.

CARRIED

23.

2025 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR THE LULU ISLAND ENERGY COMPANY

File Ref. No. 03-1200-08) (REDMS No. 8402096)

R26/12-13

It was moved and seconded

That the Lulu Island Energy Company report titled “2025 Statement of Financial Information for the Lulu Island Energy Company”, dated April 15, 2026, from the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, be received for information.

CARRIED

24.

2025 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR THE RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY

(File Ref. No. 03-1200-02) (REDMS No. 8447477)

R26/12-14

It was moved and seconded

That the report titled, “2025 Statement of Financial Information for the Richmond Public Library”, for the year ended December 31, 2025, as presented in the attached from the Chief Librarian, be received for information.

CARRIED

LAW AND COMMUNITY SAFETY DIVISION

25.

Request of the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs pertaining to the City of Richmond’s Application dated October 24, 2023, to the Lieutenant Governor in Council for the appointment of a Commissioner as contemplated by section 43 of the Municipalities Enabling and Validating Act, RSBC 1960, Chapter 261, as amended (“MEVA”)

(File Ref. No. 01-0035-20-MENA1; 10-6045-08-01; 10-6045-09-01) (REDMS No. 8433607, 7425922, 7443307)

R26/12-15

It was moved and seconded

That the Council of the City of Richmond hereby affirms its support of the City of Richmond’s application dated October 24, 2023, to the Lieutenant-Governor in Council for the appointment of a Commissioner as contemplated by section 43 of the Municipalities Enabling and Validating Act, RSBC 1960, Chapter 261, as amended.

CARRIED

BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION

R26/12-16

It was moved and seconded

That the following bylaws be adopted:

Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 10656; and

Development Cost Charges Waiver for Affordable Housing, 9000 No. 3 Road Bylaw No. 10697

CARRIED

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PANEL

R26/12-17

26.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on June 10, 2026, and the Chair’s report for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on December 10, 2025, be received for information; and

(2)

That the recommendations of the Panel to authorize the issuance of Development Permit (DP 23-033716) for the properties at 9000 No. 3 Road, be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

R26/12-18

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (8:42 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, June 22, 2026.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Corporate Officer (Claudia Jesson)