Closed Meeting Disclosures


View of south side of City Hall tower in winter

This page provides information about items considered by Council in closed meetings that have subsequently been made public. In accordance with applicable legislation, select details are released when confidentiality is no longer required.

2026

First Quarter - January to March

Jan 26, 2026 | Community Food Action Plan (2027-2032) And Steering Committee Membership
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Day and Wolfe
Information Released: The following organizations were approved to have a representative on the Steering Committee for the Community Food Action Plan: (a) Food Link Society; (b) Muslim Food Bank and Community Services; (c) Parish of St. Alban’s; (d) The Progressive Housing Society; (e) Refuge Church Richmond (formerly Church on Five); (f) Richmond Food Bank Society; (g) Richmond School District No. 38; (h) The Sharing Farm Society; (i) The Salvation Army; and (j) Vancouver Coastal Health;

Jan 26, 2026 | 2026 School Boad Liaison Appointment to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Trustee Rod Belleza was appointed as the Richmond School Board liaison to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2026, with Trustee Debbie Tablotney appointed as the alternate.

Feb 23, 2026 | 2026 Appointment of a Vacant Position on the Advisory Committee on the Environment
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Johann Baart was appointed to the Advisory Committee on the Environment for a term to expire on December 31, 2026.

Mar 9, 2026 | City Nominee to the Vancouver Airport Authority Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Council selected the recruitment option for the City Nominee to the Vancouver Airport Authority Board.

Mar 9, 2026 | 2026 Appointments to the Advisory Design Panel
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Allison Liu was appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for the remainder of the one-year term to expire on December 31, 2026.

Mar 11, 2026 | BC Hydro Removal of Tree on Princeton Avenue
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Announcement was made that the City of Richmond and BC Hydro mutually agreed to pause the removal of the tree on Princeton Avenue in order to explore options in relation to the tree and transformer.

Mar 23, 2026 | Disclosure of Closed Council Information
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Council approved closed council information for public disclosure on the City's Website.

Mar 23, 2026 | Federal Government Agreement with the Musqueam Indian Band
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following was announced: Therefore, be it resolved that a letter be sent to the Chief of the Musqueam Indian Band, the Prime Minister, the Federal Minister of Aboriginal Affairs, the Attorney General and Richmond Members of Parliament asking that: (a) the Musqueam Indian Band renounce in a form that is legally binding any claim to private property arising out of the recent agreement with the Government of Canada; (b) all future negotiation processes be open and transparent to the public.

Mar 23, 2026 | Aboriginal Title and the Cowichan First Nation
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following was announced: Therefore, be it resolved that a letter be sent to the Chief of the Cowichan First Nation, the Premier, the Provincial Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, the Attorney General and Richmond Members of the Legislative Assembly asking that: (a) the Cowichan First Nation renounce in a form that is legally binding any claim to private property in Richmond arising out of the recent Court ruling regarding Aboriginal Title; (b) all future negotiation processes be open and transparent to the public.

Apr 27, 2026 | Resolution to Appoint a Nominee to the E-Comm Board of Directors for 2026-2027
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Councillor Kash Heed was appointed as the nominee for election to the Board of the Emergency Communications for Southwest British Columbia (E-COMM) until the Annual General Meeting of E-COMM in 2027.

May 4, 2026 | Re-Tenanting and Lease Options for River Run Early Care and Learning Centre and Willow Early Care and Learning Centre
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The relevant parties were advised of regarding the transition of child care services. A Request for Expression of Interest was issued for the re-tenanting of Willow Early Care.

2025

First Quarter - January to March

Jan 13, 2025 | Steveston Community Centre and Library Demolition Options
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Wolfe
Information Released: The opportunity to partially salvage the existing facility was communicated to relevant parties, including the public.

Jan 27, 2025 | Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10625
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: (1) Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10625 (Portion of Road Adjacent to 8620, 8640 and 8660 Spires Road) be introduced and given 1st, 2nd and 3rd 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 ±127 square metres and transfer them to Lansdowne Manor Ltd. or its designate for $415,000 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 & Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10625 (Portion of Road Adjacent to 8620, 8640 and 8660 Spires Road) and Disposition of Closed Road Area in relation to RZ 22-023633", dated December 20, 2024, 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.

Feb 10, 2025 | Appointments to the Richmond Gateway Theatre Society Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Gateway Theatre for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2026: Alana Hibbert; Veronica Armstrong; and Ray Wang.

Feb 10, 2025 | School Board Liaison Appointment to Child Care Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Trustee Heather Larson was appointed as the Richmond School Board liaison to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2025.

Feb 12, 2025 | Proposal by BC Housing to Develop Permanent Supportive Housing on City Owned Lands
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Gillanders, Wolfe
Information Released: Mayor authorized to disclose by resolution Council's decision and supporting rationale as deemed appropriate.

Feb 24, 2025 | Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Wolfe
Information Released: The changes to the RCSAC committee were communicated to committee members.

Feb 24, 2025 | Appointment of the Representative from the Advisory Committee on the Environment to the YVR EAC
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Olivia Hui was re-appointed to the Vancouver International Airport Environmental Advisory Committee as a representative from the Advisory Committee on the Environment for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2026.

Feb 24, 2025 | Appointment of the Advisory Design Panel
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: David I. Semczyszyn was re-appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026.

Mar 10, 2025 | Operator for Drop-in Centre for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Au
Information Released: The updated operating details of the Drop-In Centre were announced following the execution of the Licence Agreement between the City and the Progressive Housing Society.

Mar 24, 2025 | Richmond Tourism Association - Director Appointments 2025-2027
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Tourism Association for a further two-year term: Mark Boden, Susan Stiene and Janeil Mackay.

Second Quarter - April to June

Apr 14, 2025 | Business Terms for Richmond City Baseball Association Licence to Occupy Agreement
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The proposed business terms for Richmond City Baseball Association License to Occupy Agreement were endorsed for the development of an agreement with Richmond City Baseball Association.  

Apr 14, 2025 | Major Construction Project Oversight Committee - Recommended Appointees Referral Response
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Major Construction Project Oversight Committee for a term of two years: Jeff Ilich; Neil Cumming; Shawn Smith; Thor Fairburn; and Tim Loo.

Apr 28, 2025 | Proposed Terms for a Partnering Agreement with the Richmond Sockeyes Hockey Club
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The proposed terms for a Partnering Agreement with the Richmond Sockeyes Hockey Club were endorsed and public notice of the partnering agreement was provided in accordance with Section 24 of the Community Charter and City of Richmond Public Notice Bylaw No. 10520. 

Apr 28, 2025 | Recommended Nominee to the 2010 GOT Board of Directors
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Glenn Kishi was confirmed as Richmond's nominee for appointment to the 2010 Games Operating Trust Board of Directors.

Apr 28, 2025 | Youth Representative Appointment to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Mayor Brodie announced that Nat Ho was appointed to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee as the youth representative for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026.

May 26, 2025 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Social Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Gillanders, Wolfe
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Social Development Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Parm Grewal (Richmond Multicultural Services Society); Hajira Hussain (Richmond Food Bank Society); Ravinder Johal (Richmond School District); Mei Malixi (Turning Point Recovery Society); Nancy Pagani (Richmond Centre for Disability); Prabath Pullay (The Salvation Army); Daniel Remedios (Richmond Addiction Services Society); Daniel Suen (Connections Community Services Society); JoAnn Tait (Vancouver Coastal Health); Khim Tan (Chimo Community Services); Ruth Taverner (Richmond Family Place); and Susan Walters (Richmond Public Library). Councillor Bill McNulty has been appointed to the Richmond Social Development Advisory Committee as a non-voting member.

May 26, 2025 | Proposed Amendments to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee Membership Composition
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Proposed changes to the RIAC membership composition were communicated to relevant parties by staff.

Jun 9, 2025 | Service Agreement Terms for the Richmond Museum Society
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: A service agreement between the Richmond Museum Society and the City was executed.

Jun 9, 2025 | Temporary Winter Shelters 2025-2026
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Au, Day, Hobbs, Loo
Information Released: The 2025/2026 Temporary Winter Shelters operating information was announced following the finalization of all contracts between BC Housing and the Operator(s).

Jun 23, 2025 | Partnership Options to Advance the Aberdeen Affordable Housing Project - Sexsmith Road
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Wolfe
Information Released: A Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) was issued to gauge the interest of a non-profit organization to make an application for CHF funding for the delivery of affordable rental housing.

Third Quarter - July to September

Jul 14, 2025 | Richmond Sports Wall of Fame 2025 - Nominations
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The Richmond Sports Wall of Fame in 2025 inducted the following: Ray Sawada (Athlete) and Bruce Allison (Builder).

Jul 14, 2025 | South Arm Community Park Charlie McCulloch Dedication Plaque
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: That Option 4 - Accession Plaque and Consider Name for a Potential Future Facility, as outlined in the staff report titled "South Arm Community Park Charlie McCulloch Dedication Plaque", dated June 2, 2025, from the Director, Recreation and Sport Services, be approved.

Jul 14, 2025 | Demolition of the Existing Steveston Community Centre and Library
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Wolfe
Information Released: The proposed option for the demolition of the existing Steveston Community Centre and Library was communicated to relevant parties.

Jul 14, 2025 | Communication Plan to Advance the Aberdeen Affordable Housing Project
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Resolution disclosed.

Jul 14, 2025 | Richmond Response Provincial Housing Targets
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Disclosure via letter to Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs providing comments on the proposed Housing Target Order.

Jul 24, 2025 | Update on Investigations
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Day, Gillanders, Heed, Wolfe
Information Released: Statement made in public regarding the release and receipt of the forensic audit to the Richmond RCMP.

Sep 2, 2025 | Approval and Authorization to Appeal Decision - Cowichan Tribes v. Canada
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: An appeal of the Supreme Court of British Columbia decision of Cowichan Tribes v. Canada (Attorney General), 2025 BCSC 1490 was authorized.

Sep 8, 2025 | Licence Agreement with The Sharing Farm Society (effective January 1, 2025)
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The City has entered into a five-year licence agreement with The Sharing Farm Society (effective January 1, 2025) to use up to 4.302 acres of land at Terra Nova Rural Park to grow produce for the benefit of the Society, the Richmond Food Bank and other charitable food distribution organizations in Richmond and to develop and deliver community and educational programs related to agriculture.

Sep 8, 2025 | Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee Appointments for the Remainder of a Two-Year Term
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following organizational representatives were appointed to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee for the remainder of a two-year term, to expire on December 31, 2026: Taylor Ruan (Chimo Community Services); and Parm Grewal (Richmond Multicultural Community Services).

Sep 22, 2025 | Road Naming Minns Road
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The name "Minns Road" has been selected for the proposed new road in the Oval Village area.

Fourth Quarter - October to December

Oct 14, 2025 | Richmond Tourism Association - Midterm Board Director Recruitment Process
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The recruitment process for the vacant Council-nominated position on the Tourism Richmond Board was approved.

Oct 14, 2025 | Aberdeen Rental Residences - Recommended Non-Profit Housing Operator
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Following the execution of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), a media release and information on Let's Talk Richmond was released about the partnership to advance affordable rental housing.

Oct 27, 2025 | Building Safer Communities Fund Sustainability Plan
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: An abridged version of the report and a letter were sent to the Minister of Public Safety, Canada and local Members of Parliament advocating for renewal of funding under the federal Building Safer Communities Fund program.

Nov 10, 2025 | Drop-In Centre for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness Operations 2026/2027
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Following the execution of the amended Licence Agreement between the Progressive Housing Society and the City, details of the Drop-in Centre were announced.

Nov 10, 2025 | Appointments to the Child Care Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Heed
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Maryam Bawa; Karen Jensen; Harnoor Kaur Khurana; Jiaxin Li; and Elana van Veen.

Nov 24, 2025 | 2026 Appointments to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Zarina Chan (Citizen Appointee); Queenie Choo (S.U.C.C.E.S.S.); Carol Dickson (Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives); Tom Tang (Richmond Centre for Disability); Jamil Karim (Citizen Appointee); Debbie Nider (Citizen Appointee); Hong Yan Pan (Citizen Appointee); and Robert Gill (Vancouver Coastal Health).

Nov 24, 2025 | 2026 Appointments to the Richmond Social Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Social Development Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Joan Page (Citizen Appointee); Simon Kaebe (Chimo Community Services); and Steven Lamothe (Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction).

Nov 24, 2025 | 2026 Appointments to the YVR Aeronautical Noise Management Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Arvind Sharma was appointed to the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) Aeronautical Noise Management Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027.

Nov 24, 2025 | 2026 Appointments to the Advisory Design Panel
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Andrew Larigakis (AIBC); Thomas Lee (AIBC); and Doug Shearer (BCSLA).

Nov 24, 2025 | 2026 Appointments to the Richmond Public Library Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Public Library Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Gina Mahil; Bryan Tisdall; Jennifer Gervès-Keen; and Angeline Naidu (Singh).

Dec 8, 2025 | 2026 Appointments to the Aquatic Advisory Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Aquatic Advisory Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Aria Cheema; Kristian Frantzen; Qin (Richard) Ji; Andrea Golba; and Rosemary Nickerson (Richmond Aquatic Users Association).

Dec 8, 2025 | 2026 Appointments to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: David Jones; Rosemary Nickerson (Aquatic Advisory Board); Bernard Seo; and Becky Wong.

Dec 8, 2025 | Terms for a Service Delivery Agreement with the Minoru Seniors Society
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The terms for a service delivery agreement with the Minoru Seniors Society were approved.

Dec 8, 2025 | Terms for a Service Delivery Agreement with the Richmond Arena Community Association
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The terms for a service delivery agreement with the Richmond Arena Community Association were approved.

Dec 8, 2025 | Appointments to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Richard Marion was appointed to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027.

Dec 8, 2025 | Appointments to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Vladimir Choi; Mikaela Nuval; Nikhat Qureshi; Victor Yan; and Jill Lee.

Dec 8, 2025 | Appointments to the Youth Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Youth Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Jasamine Bains; Owen Chan; Miranda Se; Joe Vu; Wendy Zhang; Ravinder Johal; Alvin Li; Jason Liu; Gregg Loo; Sabrina Chang; Xiangyi He; Alealeh Hope Tanierla; Daryl Yeung; and Dora Zhang.

Dec 8, 2025 | Appointments to the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Phil Carriere; Vida Rose; Garrett May; and Isbah Mahmood.

Dec 8, 2025 | Appointments to the Advisory Committee on the Environment
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Advisory Committee on the Environment for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Anthony Leung; Carolyn Jimenez; Gonzalo Wong; Stewart Cohen; Rynn Zhang; and Nadia Xenakis.

Dec 8, 2025 | Appointments to the Richmond Heritage Commission
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Heritage Commission for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Jim Carter-Huffman; Samuel Boisvert; Harley Grusko; and Theresa Magee.

Dec 17, 2025 | Appointments to the Economic Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Economic Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Shaena Furlong; Myriame Gabay; Kenneth Ip; Theresa Rawle; David Chan; Solomon Chiu; Trevor Greene; Kevin Lee; Todd Malone; and Howard Jampolsky.

Dec 17, 2025 | Richmond Tourism Association - Mid-Term Board Director Appointment
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individual was nominated for appointment to the Richmond Tourism Association's Board of Directors for the remainder of the two-year term set to expire at the 2027 Tourism Richmond Annual General Meeting: Jennifer Chang.

Dec 17, 2025 | Sister City Advisory Committee 2026 Appointments
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Sister City Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Theresa Mo Chen; Andy Cheung; E-Von Lai; Jordan Oye; Anita Chui; and Arun Singhal.

Dec 17, 2025 | Lulu Awards in Urban Design - Jury Assignments
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the jury of judges for the 2026 Lulu Awards in Urban Design: Veronica Gillies; Christopher Phillips; and Eleanor Mohammed.

Dec 17, 2025 | Appointments to Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Allison Liu; Erin Ashenhurst; Jaime Gusto; Gareth Roberts; and Tiffany Yang.

2024

First Quarter - January to March

Jan 15, 2024 | Richmond Community Memorial Garden
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: An engagement process was undertaken via Let's Talk Richmond to determine community demand and needs.

Jan 29, 2024 | Richmond Youth Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: A new advisory committee to City Council referred to as the Richmond Youth Advisory Committee has been created. Details on volunteer opportunities will be forthcoming.

Jan 29, 2024 | Policy on Provision of City Funds to Organizations
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Council updated City Grant Policy No. 3712 and Child Care Development Policy No. 4017.

Jan 29, 2024 | 2023 School Board Liaison Appointment to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Trustee Heather Larson was appointed as the Richmond School Board liaison to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2024, with Trustee Rod Belleza as the alternate.

Feb 26, 2024 | Appointment of the Representatives from the Advisory Committee on the Environment to the Vancouver International Airport Environmental Advisory Committee and the Richmond Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Olivia Hui was appointed to the Vancouver International Airport Environmental Advisory Committee as the representative from the Advisory Committee on the Environment, for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2024; and Cynthia Zhou was appointed to the Richmond Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee as the representative from the Advisory Committee on the Environment, for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025.

Mar 11, 2024 | Proposed Terms for a Service Agreement with the Richmond Nature Park Society
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The City has entered into a five-year agreement with the Richmond Nature Park Society (effective June 1, 2024) for the delivery of community programs and events in connection with the Richmond Nature Park that encourage and promote public awareness of and interest in the study of nature, environmental sustainability and outdoor education.

Mar 11, 2024 | Award of Contracts for the Works Yard Replacement Phase 1 - Agricultural Services and Construction Manager Pre-Construction
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The Architectural Services Contract for the Works Yard Replacement Phase 1 (8269P) was awarded to TKA+D Architecture + Design Inc. (Joint Venture with RDH Architects Inc.) and the Construction Manager Pre-Construction Services Contract for the Works Yard Replacement Phase 1 (8268P) was awarded to PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc.

Second Quarter - April to June

Apr 8, 2024 | Potential Disposition of 8180 Leslie Road in relation to RZ20-921503
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Au, Day, Gillanders, Wolfe
Information Released: The following recommendations were considered in conjunction with rezoning application RZ20-921503 at an Open Council meeting: (1) That the City dispose of 8180 Leslie Road to 117 4536 B.C. Ltd. or their delegates (as part of a comprehensive development) for $600,000 plus applicable taxes; and (2) Staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to complete all matters as contained in the report titled "Potential Disposition of 8180 Leslie Road in Relation to RZ 20-921503" dated March 11, 2024 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.

Apr 22, 2024 | Resolution to Appoint E-Comm Nominee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Councillor Kash Heed was nominated to the Board of the Emergency Communications for Southwest British Columbia (E-COMM), for the 2024-2025 Term.

Apr 22, 2024 | 2024 Appointments to Child Care Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Mayor Brodie announced that Maho Kawasaki and Geovany Cheng were appointed to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a one and a half year term to expire on December 31, 2025.

May 13, 2024 | 2024 Appointments to new Youth Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the new Richmond Youth Advisory Committee as citizen representatives for the remainder of the 2024 term that will expire on December 31, 2024: Cindy Fu; Ekaterina Gofsky; Salaar Khan; Linus Lau; Sophia Lim-Metz; Emmett Mark; Zachary Thompson; Joe Vu; and Wendy Zhang. The following individuals were appointed to the new Richmond Youth Advisory Committee as organizational representatives for the remainder of a two-year term that will expire on December 31, 2025: Rav Johal (Richmond School District No. 38); Alvin Li (Richmond Addiction Services Society); Jason Liu (Aspire Richmond); and Gregg Loo (Foundry Richmond and Vancouver Coastal Health). Councillor Carol Day was appointed as the City Council Liaison to the new Richmond Youth Advisory Committee as a non-voting member for the remainder of the 2024 term.

May 13, 2024 | Referral Response - City Initiated OCP and Zoning Amendment at 12771, 12931, 13031, 13111 and 13131 No. 2 Road
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Au, Hobbs, Loo
Information Released: The recommendation to amend the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw for the properties addressed as 12771, 12931, 13031, 13111 and 13131 No. 2 Road to change the land use designation, bring in supporting policies and rezone to allow for mixed use (commercial at-grade and residential rental tenure only) was announced at an Open Council meeting.

May 21, 2024 | Bargaining Update
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Summary of resolution after agreement execution.

May 27, 2024 | Application for "Extraordinary Circumstances" Extension to Construct Unopened City-Owned Lanes for Steveston Townsite
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: As a result of the Provincial Government's imposition of Bill 44 which requires the City to allow up to six units for most single-family or duplex zoned lots within the Steveston neighbourhood, with no onsite parking requirements, the City is applying for an extension from the Province's June 30, 2024 deadline to amend zoning to allow small-scale multi-unit housing in the area bound by Steveston Highway to the north, No. 1 Road to the east, Chatham Street to the south, and 7th Avenue to the west. The extension is required due to the ongoing Steveston sanitary sewer replacement program and the need to ensure this infrastructure work is completed prior to allowing small-scale multi-unit housing in the area. The extension will also provide time to consult with the Steveston community on the potential impacts of Bill 44 to the character of this historic neighbourhood, as no stakeholder or public consultation was conducted by the Province prior to the adoption of Bill 44 and there was no consideration of the impact and consequences of a 'one size fits all' approach for increasing housing supply on the character of a distinct historical neighbourhood such as Steveston.

May 27, 2024 | Recommended Nominee to the 2010 Games Operating Trust Board of Directors
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Mayor Brodie, Cllrs. Au, Hobbs, Loo
Information Released: Glenn Kishi was appointed as the Richmond nominee for appointment to the 2010 Games Operating Trust Society Board for the term 2024 to 2025.

May 27, 2024 | Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation Board of Directors
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Mayor Brodie, Cllrs. Au, Hobbs, Loo
Information Released: The following individuals were selected as Directors of the Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation: Axel Hovbrender, Rick Hansen, Helmut Pastrick, Kevin Lainchbury and Judith Hutson.

May 27, 2024 | Memorandum - Application for a Category 1 and Category 2 Extension from Bill 44 for Steveston Townsite
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: As a result of the Provincial Government's imposition of Bill 44 which requires the City to allow up to six units for most single-family or duplex zoned lots within the Steveston neighbourhood, with no onsite parking requirements, the City is applying for an extension from the Province's June 30, 2024 deadline to amend zoning to allow small-scale multi-unit housing in the area bound by Steveston Highway to the north, No. 1 Road to the east, Chatham Street to the south, and 7th Avenue to the west. The extension is required due to the ongoing Steveston sanitary sewer replacement program and the need to ensure this infrastructure work is completed prior to allowing small-scale multi-unit housing in the area. The extension will also provide time to consult with the Steveston community on the potential impacts of Bill 44 to the character of this historic neighbourhood, as no stakeholder or public consultation was conducted by the Province prior to the adoption of Bill 44 and there was no consideration of the impact and consequences of a 'one size fits all' approach for increasing housing supply on the character of a distinct historical neighbourhood such as Steveston.

Jun 10, 2024 | Business Terms for Richmond Gymnastics Association and Richmond Rod and Gun Club Licence to Occupy Agreements
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The proposed business terms for the development of a license to occupy agreement with Richmond Gymnastics Association were approved and the proposed terms for the development of license to occupy agreement with Richmond Rod and Gun Club were approved.

Jun 10, 2024 | Proposed City Participation in the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) Program
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Council approved that all future, newly constructed City-owned buildings, excluding heritage buildings and amenity contributions, be assessed through the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification program, target the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certified rating and, where possible, endeavour to achieve Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certified Gold.

Jun 24, 2024 | Richmond Caring Place Facility Review and Potential Funding Assistance for 7000 Minoru Boulevard
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: In accordance with the Community Charter, Council provided notice of its intention to lend money to the Richmond Caring Place Society.

Third Quarter - July to September

Jul 8, 2024 | Business Terms for a Service Delivery Agreement with the Richmond Art Gallery Association
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Council approved the proposed business terms for a Service Delivery Agreement with the Richmond Art Gallery Association.

Jul 8, 2024 | Richmond Sports Wall of Fame 2024 Nominations
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: For 2024, the Richmond Sports Wall of Fame Nominating Committee did not recommend any nominees for induction to the Richmond Sports Wall of Fame.

Jul 8, 2024 | Response to Referral - Advisory Body Appointments
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Loo
Information Released: Council has adopted the recommendation to limit Advisory Body Appointment terms under Policy No. 1020 to a maximum of 3 consecutive terms or 6 consecutive years, whichever is shorter.

Jul 22, 2024 | Appointment to the Joint Britannia Shipyards First Nations Long House Restoration Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Mayor Brodie announced that Councillor Chak Au, Councillor Carol Day, and Councillor Andy Hobbs have been appointed to the joint Britannia Shipyards First Nations Long House Restoration Committee.

Jul 22, 2024 | Proposed Public Safety Camera System
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Wolfe
Information Released: The Council of Richmond endorsed the Public Safety Camera System Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) and directed staff to implement the Public Safety Camera System Program.

Jul 22, 2024 | Demolition of the Existing Steveston Community Centre and Library
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: As part of the communication plan, demolition of the existing Steveston Community Centre and Library was communicated to the public, including the decision to investigate a partial plan.

Jul 22, 2024 | 2024/2025 Winter Services for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The winter services for people experiencing homelessness for the 2024/2025 winter season were communicated to relevant parties by staff.

Jul 22, 2024 | Potential Relocation Options for the Drop-in Centre
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Following the execution of the licence agreement with Turning Point Recovery Society, the location of the Drop-in Centre at Brighouse Pavilion was communicated to relevant parties.

Jul 22, 2024 | Steveston Local Channel Dredging Partnership
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Funding was approved for the dredging of the Steveston Harbour Secondary Channel. The City's contributions will make up a portion of funding in partnership with the federal and provincial governments, as well as the Steveston Harbour Authority. Funding was also allocated for dredging work on the Imperial Landing and Britannia Heritage Shipyards' waterlots.

Sep 9, 2024 | Operator for the 2024/2025 Extreme Weather Response Shelter
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Au, Hobbs, Loo
Information Released: Council directed staff to re-issue the Request for Proposal for three weeks for the purposes of identifying an operator for the Extreme Weather Response Shelter.

Sep 23, 2024 | Discussion with Property Owners Update - Referral Response
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Au, Wolfe
Information Released: The following was announced at an Open Council Meeting: That Council has directed staff to amend the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw for the properties addressed as 12771, 12931, 13031, 13111 and 13131 No. 2 Road to change the land use designation, bring in supporting policies and rezone to allow for mixed use (commercial at-grade and residential rental tenure only). This will follow Council procedures, which include bylaw readings at Open Council meetings and a public hearing.

Fourth Quarter - October to December

Oct 7, 2024 | Steveston Community Centre and Library - Service Levels
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Council approved service levels for the new Steveston Community Centre and Library to be considered in the 2025 budget process.  

Oct 21, 2024 | Operator Recommendation for the 2024/2025 Temporary Winter Shelter at Brighouse Pavilion
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Au, Loo
Information Released: Details of the Temporary Winter Shelter at Brighouse Pavilion for people experiencing homelessness for the 2024/2025 winter season to be communicated to relevant parties once the contract between the Operator and BC Housing and the Licence Agreement between the Operator and the City has been fully executed.

Oct 21, 2024 | Microbial Ground Densification Pilot Project Update
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Information disclosed via posting on BC Bid describing the City's intent to enter into a single source contract.

Nov 12, 2024 | Proposed Terms for a Licence to Occupy Agreement with the Navy League of Canada
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The proposed terms for the licence to occupy agreement with the Navy League of Canada for use of 7411 River Road were approved.   

Nov 12, 2024 | Proposed Terms for a Licence to Occupy Agreement with the Sharing Farm Society
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The City has entered into a five-year licence agreement with The Sharing Farm Society (effective January 1, 2025) to use up to 4.302 acres of land at Terra Nova Rural Park to grow produce for the benefit of the Society, the Richmond Food Bank and other charitable food distribution organizations in Richmond and to develop and deliver community and educational programs related to agriculture.

Nov 12, 2024 | Richmond Olympic Oval Municipal Contribution and Review of the Insurance for the Richmond Oval
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: That the request from the Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation of $3.5M plus CPI for the City's 2025 annual contribution be endorsed for consideration in the 2025 Budget process.

Nov 25, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the CCDAC and Updated Terms of Reference
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Kevin Ka Ho Ching; Tania Lam; Joyce Lin; Mei Kang; Kathy Moncalieri; Daniel Suen; Yanjie Zhao; and Chantelle Pereira.

Nov 25, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the YVR Aeronautical Noise Management Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Amy Choh has been appointed to the YVR Aeronautical Noise Management Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026.

Nov 25, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Heritage Commission
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Heritage Commission for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Brenda Clark; and Joseph Fry.

Nov 25, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Michael Bomford; Abu Hasan Jahangir; Cory May; William McKinney; and Leslie Williams.

Nov 25, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Advisory Committee on the Environment
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Advisory Committee on the Environment for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Olivia Hui; Stephanie Sy; Amanda Bradshaw; Cathy Yan; and Rishika Selvakumar.

Dec 2, 2024 | Council Ratification of 2022-2024 Collective Agreement for IAFF Local 1286
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The 2022-2024 Collective Agreement with the Richmond Fire Fighters' Association, IAFF Local 1286 was approved for three years commencing January 1, 2022 and expiring on December 31, 2024.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee and Updated Terms of Reference
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Priesha Thakur; Emily Seo; Gordon Boleen; and Stuart Corrigal.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Aquatic Advisory Board and Updated Terms of Reference
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Aquatic Advisory Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Charmaine Chang; Grace Wang; Alexei Bobyrev; Bonnie Chuter; and Karen Novorr-Pezzuto.

Dec 9, 2024 | Proposed Terms of Reference for a Licence to Occupy Agreement with KPU for Use of the South Dyke
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The proposed terms for a licence to occupy agreement with Kwantlen Polytechnic University for use of the South Dyke Agricultural Lands were approved.   

Dec 9, 2024 | Bowling Green Community Activity Centre Operating Budget Impact and Operating Model
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The proposed Operating Model for the Bowling Green Community Activity Centre was approved and forwarded to the 2025 budget process.

Dec 9, 2024 | Richmond Addiction Services Society
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Information was released to relevant parties regarding the changes to the HSS Grant budget for 2025.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Economic Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Economic Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Greg Allen; Carl Li; Melanie Rupp; Howard Jampolsky; and Nikola Fischerova. Howard Jampolsky was appointed as Chair of the Economic Advisory Committee for the year 2025.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Board of Variance
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Board of Variance for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2027: Krista Kienapfel; Alim Sunderji; and Bruce Harwood.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Advisory Design Panel
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Kush Panatch; Nicci Theroux; and Winston Chong.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee and Updated Terms of Reference
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Tahzi Ali; Baren Tsui; Roy Wong; Amanda de Freitas Farias; Bimla Kannangara; Hala Helmy; and Emmett Mark.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee and Updated Terms of Reference
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Farzana (Ana) Himani was appointed to the Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026.

Dec 9, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Public Library Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Public Library Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Jacqueline Morrison; Angelica Victoria; Denise Hui; and Sherine Merhi.

Dec 18, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Sister City Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Sister City Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Anna Fei; Nina Pangilinan; Danny Chen; and William Ying.

Dec 18, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Pamela Andrews; Melanie Arnis; Shaan Lail; Tommy Leung; Rob Sleath; Sue Jones; Cindy Larden; Mark Downey; Deborah Ling; Laura Clarke; Ian Yeung; and Ariana Galeano Garcia.

Dec 18, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Penny Chan; Frank Deyell; Nina Graham; Diana Leung; David Richardson; Munjeet Booton; Sheilah Marcelino; Christopher Mok; and Kanwarjit Sandhu.

Dec 18, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Youth Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Youth Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Ekaterina Gofsky; Joe Vu; Wendy Zhang; Jasamine Bains; Maryum Butt; Owen Chan; Mengna Ma; Nayis Majumder; Miranda Se; and Priesha Thakur.

Dec 18, 2024 | 2025 Appointments to the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2026: Michelle Li; Victoria Grigorenko; Jose Larano; and Jerome Teo.

2023

First Quarter - January to March

Jan 16, 2023 | Richmond Tourism Association Upcoming Board Director Application Process
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Recruitment process for the Richmond Tourism Association Board of Directors was announced, including the application and selection process.

Jan 16, 2023 | 2023 School Board Liaison Appointment to the RCCDAC
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Trustee Heather Larson has been appointed as the Richmond Board of Education liaison to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2023, with Trustee Alice Wong as alternate.

Jan 30, 2023 | Proposal to Work with CMHC, BC Housing and Turning Point - Affordable Housing Project at 4831 Steveston Hway
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The Minister of Housing announced that $9.1M in funding will be provided to the City of Richmond for use towards affordable housing - March 13, 2023.

Feb 6, 2023 | Nomination for Membership on Metro Vancouver's Agricultural Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Harold Steves was Richmond's nomination for membership on Metro Vancouver's Agricultural Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2026.

Feb 13, 2023 | Vancouver Airport Authority Board of Directors 2023-2026 Nomination
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Dan Nomura was re-appointed to the Vancouver Airport Authority Board of Directors for a four-year term to expire on December 31, 2026.

Feb 21, 2023 | February 14, 2023 Community Safety Committee Meeting
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Closed report converted to open report.

Feb 27, 2023 | 2023 Appointments to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Pamela Andrews, Melanie Arnis, Damian Gorman, Shaan Lail, Tommy Leung, Rob Sleath, Anne Bechard, Ella Huang, Sue Jones, and Dave MacDonald. Councillor Bill McNulty has been appointed as the Council Liaison to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee.

Feb 27, 2023 | Bowling Green Community Activity Centre - Updated Budget Variance
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Day, Loo, Wolfe
Information Released: The City will be proceeding with the Bowling Green Community Activity Centre with an updated project scope to be in line within the approved budget. Staff will present preliminary designs at a future report to Council.

Feb 27, 2023 | 2023 Appointments to the Sister City Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: William Yang was appointed to the Sister City Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024.

Feb 27, 2023 | Appointment of the Representative from the ACE to the Vancouver Intl Airport EAC
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Cynthia Zhou has been appointed to the Vancouver International Airport Environmental Advisory Committee as the representative from the Advisory Committee on the Environment for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2023.

Mar 6, 2023 | Rapid Housing Initiative Communications and Engagement Strategy
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: On June 2, 2023, the Federal Government issued a News Release providing details of the $9.1 million in funding for Richmond, one of the 41 recipients of the third round of the Rapid Housing Initiative's (RHI) city stream.

Second Quarter - April to June

Apr 24, 2023 | Richmond Tourism Association - Director Appointments 2023-2025
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Susan Stiene, Janeil Mackay and Mark Boden were appointed to the Tourism Richmond Board of Directors for a two-year term.

Apr 24, 2023 | E-Comm Board of Directors Designate - 2023-2024 Term
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Cllr. Kash Heed was nominated to the Board of the Emergency Communications for Southwest British Columbia (E-COMM) for the 2023-2024 Term.

May 23, 2023 | Vancouver Coastal Health Representative Appointment to Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Cindy Larden was appointed as the Vancouver Coastal Health representative to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024.

May 23, 2023 | Richmond Response: Provincial Housing Announcement - Homes for People
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Should the Province move forward with legislative changes to land use and planning responsibilities, a letter will be addressed to the Premier of British Columbia, Minister of Housing, and local MLAs, providing early feedback on the new Provincial housing strategy, Homes for People, requesting that the Province have meaningful consultation with, and provide capital funding support to local governments.

May 23, 2023 | Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10459 and Disposition of Closed Road Area
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Day, Gillanders, Wolfe
Information Released: (1) Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10459 (Portion of Road Adjacent to 8635, 8655, 8675 and 8695 Cook Crescent) be introduced and given 1st, 2nd and 3rd 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 ±213.2 square metres and transfer them to 1377591 B.C. Ltd. or its designate for $665,000 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 & Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10459 (Portion of Road Adjacent to 8635, 8655, 8675 and 8695 Cook Crescent) and Disposition of Closed Road Area in relation to RZ 22-012904" dated April 19, 2023 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.

Jun 5, 2023 | Recommended Nominee to the 2010 Games Operating Trust Board of Directors
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Day, McNulty
Information Released: John Mills was confirmed as Richmond's nominee for appointment to the 2010 Games Operating Trust Society Board for the term 2023 to 2024.

Jun 12, 2023 | Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation - Housing Accelerator Fund Application
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The City submitted an application to the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Housing Accelerator Fund set up by the Government of Canada to increase supply of housing.

Jun 12, 2023 | 2023 Appointments to the Richmond Intercultural Committee - VCH Representative
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Adena MacLean was appointed as the Vancouver Coastal Health representative to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee for the remainder of the two-year term expiring on December 31, 2024.

Jun 12, 2023 | Living Wage
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Day, Wolfe
Information Released: Council supported not applying to the LWFC for certification at this time but expressed support for the principles of a living wage without becoming a LWFC recognized Living Wage Employer.

Third Quarter - July to October

Jul 10, 2023 | Works Yard Replacement - Site Selection
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Hobbs, Loo
Information Released: Mayor Brodie announced that the existing Lynas Lane Works Yard site has been approved as the replacement Works Yard site.

Jul 10, 2023 | Bowling Green Community Activity Centre - Updated Concept Design and Preliminary Floor Plan
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllrs. Day, Gillanders, Wolfe
Information Released: Council approved the updated concept and preliminary floor plan for the Bowling Green Community Activity Centre.

Jul 10, 2023 | Richmond Sports Wall of Fame 2023 - Nominations
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The nominees for the Richmond Sports Wall of Fame for 2023 were reviewed and the 1986 Oldon Pirates were endorsed as the 2023 Inductee.

Jul 24, 2023 | Richmond Building Safer Communities Fund Implementation Plan
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Council endorsed staff to execute the contribution agreement with the Government of Canada pertaining to the Federal Building Safer Communities Fund that aimed to implement programming to address guns and gangs crimes.

Jul 24, 2023 | Road Naming - Extension of Ketcheson Rd., Brown Road and Naming of New Road in Capstan Village
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The name Ketcheson Road was selected for the extension of the north-south road that will connect Capstan Way to Cambie Road. The name Brown Road was selected for the extension of the east-west road that will connect Sexsmith Road to the new extension of Ketcheson Road. The name Ketcheson Court was selected for the proposed new cul-de-sac road located to the southeast of the Ketcheson Road extension.

Jul 24, 2023 | Amendment to the Community Gardens Operating and Licence Agreement with School District and RFSS (Urban Bounty)
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: On December 31, 2024, the City and Richmond Food Security Society (doing business as Urban Bounty) amended its existing five-year Operating and Licence Agreement with School District No. 38 (Richmond) dated September 29, 2022, to expand the licence areas at various City garden sites on which the Society manages and operates the City's Community Gardens program. The Society's terms of operation and the licence areas at School District garden sites remain unchanged.

Sep 25, 2023 | Warming Centre and Extreme Weather Response Shelter
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Licence agreements with Turning Point Recovery Society and The Salvation Army were executed for the operation of the Warming Centre at Brighouse Park Pavilion and the Extreme Weather Response Shelter at South Arm Outdoor Pool.

Sep 25, 2023 | Proposal to Work with BC HMC to develop Permanent Supportive Housing on City-owned Sexsmith CD Site and Extend Alderbridge Supportive Housing Lease
Carried Unanimously: Yes - part (1) only
Opposed: Cllrs. Au - Parts 2 and 3
Information Released: City released a News Release in February 2025.

Fourth Quarter - October to December

Oct 10, 2023 | Business Terms for the Community Associations/Societies Service Delivery Agreements
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The City entered into updated service delivery agreements with eight community associations and societies to deliver recreation programs and services across the City.

Nov 14, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Karen Jensen; Aaron Jay Antonio; and Maryam Bawa.

Nov 14, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Advisory Committee on the Environment
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Advisory Committee on the Environment for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Anthony Leung; Carolyn Jimenez Schneider; Samuel McCulligh; Cynthia Zhou; and Kaylen Mullin.

Nov 14, 2023 | 2024 Appointment to the Richmond Public Library Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Public Library Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Jennifer Gerves-Keen; Ritchie Po; Ashley Sandhu; Angeline Singh; and Caty Lei Liu.

Nov 14, 2023 | 2024 Elected Directors of the Richmond Olympic Oval
Carried Unanimously: No
Opposed: Cllr. Loo
Information Released: The following persons were elected as directors of the Richmond Olympic Oval for a term effective January 1, 2024, ending immediately prior to the 2025 annual general meeting of the Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation: Traci Corr; Bob Jackson; Kush Panatch; Bob Ransford; and Serj Sangara.

Nov 27, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Community Services Advisory
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Guang Ma has been appointed to the Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025.

Nov 27, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Yun-Jou Chang; Vladimir Choi; Mikaela Nuval; Ashok Rattan; Daniel Remedios; Randy Sandhu; Athena Estremadura; Dina McInnes; and Sissi Su.

Nov 27, 2023 | Proposed Options for Brighouse Pavilion Warming Centre, South Arm Outdoor Pool Warming Centre and Brighouse Pavilion Drop-In Centre Operating Hours
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Agreements with Turning Point Recovery Society were executed for the Brighouse Pavilion Warming Centre, South Arm Outdoor Pool Warming Centre and Brighouse Pavilion Drop-In Centre for the 2023/2024 winter season.

Nov 27, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Advisory Design Panel
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Alan Tse; Pamela Andrews; Judy Liu; Vikas Tanwar; and Jerome Teo.

Dec 11, 2023 | Chamber of Commerce Representative on Economic Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Shaena Furlong, as Richmond Chamber of Commerce representative, has been added to the Economic Advisory Committee.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Economic Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Economic Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Keith Bailey; Patrick Caffrey; Dave Frank; Kenneth Ip; Guillermo Francisco; Myriame Gabay; Theresa Rawle; Vu Hoang Long Tran; and Shaena Furlong. Paul Tilbury was appointed as Chair.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Ihsan Malik; Queenie Choo; Carol Dickson; Arnold Abramson; Zarina Chan; Monique Davidson; and Tom Tang.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Richard Marion has been appointed to the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the YVR Aeronautical Noise Management Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Arvind Sharma has been appointed to the YVR Aeronautical Noise Management Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Allen Rose; Lynn Kemper; Vida Rose; and Phil Carriere.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Heritage Commission
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Heritage Commission for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Todd Follett; Ron Hyde; Rod Kawamoto; and Jim Carter-Huffman.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Aquatic Advisory Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Aquatic Advisory Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Andrea Golba; Jeremy Hopwood; Deb McGrath; and Rosemary Nickerson.

Dec 11, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Rosemary Nickerson; Bruce Stygall; Bernard Seo; and Becky Wong.

Dec 20, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Sabrina Bhojani; Bronwyn Bailey; Ceri Chong; Paul Dufour; and Allison Liu.

Dec 20, 2023 | South Arm Warming Centre and Brighouse Pavilion Drop-in Centre Operating Hours Memorandum
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Operations of South Arm Outdoor Pool Warming Centre were expanded until April 15, 2024.

Dec 20, 2023 | 2024 Appointments to the Sister City Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following were appointed to the Sister City Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Charan Gill; Sue Tian; Melissa Zhang; Theresa Mo Chen; Andy Cheung; Qin Ji; E-Von Lai; and Jordan Oye.

2022

Fourth Quarter - October to December

Nov 14, 2022 | Warming Centre at Brighouse Park Pavillion
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: It was announced the City has executed a 5-year agreement with the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site Society for the operation of the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site and Imperial Landing Docks.

Nov 28, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Richmond Public Library Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Yvonne Yong was appointed to the Richmond Public Library Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024. The following people were re-appointed to the Richmond Public Library Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Denise Hui; and (b) Sherine Merhi.

Nov 28, 2022 | Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee and Terms of Reference
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: It was announced a new advisory committee to Council referred to as the Richmond Accessibility Advisory Committee has been created to respond to the municipal requirement of the new Accessible British Columbia Act.

Nov 28, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to RCSAC
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Farzana Himani was appointed to the Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024.

Nov 28, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to Advisory Design Panel
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Sherri Han; (b) Nicci Théroux; and (c) David I. Semczyszyn. Kush Panatch was re-appointed to the Advisory Design Panel for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024.

Nov 28, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to SCAC
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Sister City Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Danny Chen; and (b) Mandy Zhao. The following people were re-appointed to the Sister City Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Lisa MacNeil; (b) Karen Shigengo; and (c) Polly Tang.

Nov 28, 2022 | Park/Road Naming - Mitchell Island
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Mayor Brodie advised that The Mitchell Island Environmentally Sensitive Area, located at 11491 Mitchell Road, has been named Asa Johal Park.

Nov 28, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to FSAAC
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Food Security and Agricultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Cory May; (b) William McKinney; (c) Michael Bomford; (d) Ian Lai; (e) Leslie Williams; and (f) Abu Hasan Jahangir.

Nov 28, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to Richmond Heritage Commission
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were re-appointed to the Heritage Commission for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Brenda Clark; and (b) Joseph Fry.

Nov 28, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to RIAC
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Tahzi Ali; (b) Diana Leung; (c) Rubina Mahal; and (d) Baren Tsui. The following people were re-appointed to the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: (a) Ian Lai; (b) Michael Ma; (c) Kanwarjit Sandhu; and (d) Roy Wong.

Dec 12, 2022 | City of Richmond Economic Advisory Committee 2023 Appointments
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Economic Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Greg Allen; Nigel Evans; Carl Li; Melanie Rupp; and Paul Tilbury. Paul Tilbury has been re-appointed as the Chair of the Economic Committee.

Dec 12, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Aquatic Advisory Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Aquatic Advisory Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Maureen Hooper; Karen Novorr-Pezzuto; Nicole Spata; Alexei Bobyrev; and Bonnie Chuter.

Dec 12, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Minoru Centre for Active Living Program Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Stuart Corrigal; Ilario Galano; Henry Beh; and Christina Sequeira.

Dec 12, 2022 | Business Terms for the Richmond Fitness and Wellness Association Service Delivery Provider Agreement
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The Business Terms for a service agreement with the Richmond Fitness and Wellness Association approved to offer and expand the Walk Richmond program.

Dec 12, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Child Care Development Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Child Care Development Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Kevin Ching; Tania Lam; Diana Ma; Chantelle Pereira; William Tsai; Elana van Veen; Joyce Lin; Harinder Mahli; and Vedrana Tomic.

Dec 12, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee and Update Terms of Reference
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Penny Chan; Frank Deyell; Sandra Gebhardt; Nina Graham; Diana Leung; Mumtaz Nathu; Yasmin Rahman; Teong Sin Kwek; David Richardson; and Janice Westle.

Dec 12, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the YVR Aeronautical Noise Management Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Howard Jampolsky was appointed to the YVR Aeronautical Noise Management Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024.

Dec 12, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Advisory Committee on the Environment
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Advisory Committee on the Environment for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Spencer Peters; Stephanie Snopek; Stephanie Sy; Olivia Hui; and Helen Maleki.

Dec 21, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Richmond Public Art Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Frank Ducote and Victoria Grigorenko. The following individuals were re-appointed for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Jose Larano and Jerome Teo.

Dec 21, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Richmond Gateway Theatre Society Board
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals were appointed to the Gateway Theatre Society Board for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Clayton Rubinstein and Veronica Armstrong. The following individual was re-appointed for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024: Ray Wang.

Dec 21, 2022 | 2023 Appointments to the Board of Variance
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following people were appointed to the Board of Variance for a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2025: Kenneth Chan and Bob Friedland.

Dec 21, 2022 | Sister City 50th Anniversary Celebration in Wakayama, Japan
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: The following individuals have been approved to attend the delegation visit to Japan to celebrate the 50th Sister City Anniversary with Wakayama (June 15–18, 2023): (a) Mayor Brodie; (b) Cllr. Au; (c) Cllr. McNulty; (d) Chief Administrative Officer; (e) Staff Liaison to the Sister City Advisory Committee (SCAC); (f) SCAC Chair; and (g) Translator. The following individuals have been approved to attend the delegation visit to Japan for the purpose of ship recruitment (June 13–15, 2023): (a) Cllr. Au; (b) Cllr. McNulty; (c) Chief Administrative Officer; and (d) Translator.

Dec 21, 2022 | Vancouver Coastal Health Representative Appointment to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee
Carried Unanimously: Yes
Information Released: Karen Barclay has been approved as the Vancouver Coastal Health representative to the Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on December 31, 2024.

 

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