February 18, 2025 - Agenda

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ITEM

MINUTES

GP-3

Motion to adopt the minutes of the meeting of the General Purposes Committee held on February 3, 2025.

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

1.

Official Community Plan Targeted Update – Phase One Public Engagement Summary and Phase Two (Next Steps)

(File Ref. No. 08-4045-30-08) (REDMS No. 7902635)

GP-10

See Page GP-10 for full report

Designated Speakers:  John Hopkins and Russell Nelson

STAFF RECOMMENDATION

(1)

That the report entitled “Official Community Plan Targeted Update – Phase One Public Engagement Summary and Phase Two (Next Steps)” dated February 3, 2025, from the Director, Policy Planning, be received for information; and

(2)

That staff report back on proposed strategic policy directions related to Housing Affordability, Equity, Environmental Protection and Enhancement and Climate Mitigation and Adaptation as outlined in the report entitled “Official Community Plan Targeted Update–Phase One Public Engagement Summary and Phase Two (Next Steps)” dated February 3, 2025, from the Director, Policy Planning.

COUNCILLOR CHAK AU

2.

Assessing the Impact of the Canada-U.S. Tariff War and Reviewing Richmond’s Procurement Policy
(File Ref. No.) (REDMS No.)

GP-41

See Page GP-41 for background materials

MOTION

(1)

Richmond City Council direct staff to conduct an assessment of the economic impacts of the Canada-U.S. tariff war on local businesses and residents;

(2)

City staff review the current procurement policy in light of recent trade developments and provide recommendations on how the City can prioritize the procurement of Canadian goods and services while remaining compliant with applicable trade agreements;

(3)

The City of Richmond engage with the provincial and federal governments to seek clarification on our trade obligations and advocate for increased municipal flexibility in procurement decisions to support local businesses;

(4)

A report with findings and recommendations be presented to Council for further discussion and potential policy adjustments.

ADJOURNMENT