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COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
March 10, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Council Chamber
Note: This Agenda is also posted on the City’s Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca
The purpose of a Council meeting is to enact powers given to Council by using bylaws
or resolutions. This is the final venue for debate of issues before voting on a bylaw or
resolution.
100 CALL TO ORDER
200 MOMENT OF REFLECTION
300 INTRODUCTION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS
400 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
500 ADOPTION AND RECEIPT OF MINUTES
501 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 24, 2015
502 Minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meetings of February
19(2), 25 and 27, 2015
600 PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
MEETING DECORUM
Council would like to remind all people present tonight that serious issues are
decided at Council meetings which affect many people’s lives. Therefore, we ask that
you act with the appropriate decorum that a Council Meeting deserves. Commentary
and conversations by the public are distracting. Should anyone disrupt the Council
Meeting in any way, the meeting will be stopped and that person’s behavior will be
reprimanded. The meeting is live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge
and filmed by Shaw Communications Inc.
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700 DELEGATIONS
701 Tourism Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Update
• Kristina Gervais, Executive Director, Manager of Marketing and
Visitor Services, Duckworth Management Group
800 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
801 Motion by Councillor Bell from the February 24, 2015 Council Meeting
That the Chief Administrative Officer be directed to keep a Council ‘ideas
list’ on an ongoing basis.
900 CORRESPONDENCE
1000 BYLAWS
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1100 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
1100 Minutes – March 2, 2015
Public Works and Development Services
1101 RZ/115/10, 23213 Lougheed Highway, M-2 to CS-1
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that Maple Ridge Official
Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6940-2012 to designate from
Agricultural to Commercial and Conservation be given first and second
reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing and that Maple Ridge Zone
Amending Bylaw No. 6834-2011 to rezone from M-2 (General Industrial) to
CS-1 (Service Commercial) to align the zone with the existing commercial
business be given second reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing.
The following issues were presented at an earlier Committee of the Whole meeting with
the recommendations being brought to this meeting for City Council consideration and
final approval. The Committee of the Whole meeting is open to the public and is held in
the Council Chamber at 1:00 p.m. on the Monday the week prior to this meeting.
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1102 2012-115-RZ, 12018 and 12038 Edge Street, 22554 and 22566 Brown
Avenue
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that a one year extension
be granted for Rezoning Application 2012-115-RZ to permit a three phased
mixed use development.
1103 2013-103-DVP, 12366 Laity Street
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal 2013-103-DVP to reduce minimum road
right-of-way for the proposed cul-de-sac, reduce minimum width for a
collector road, reduce minimum road carriageway for the proposed cul-de-
sac, reduce minimum front setback for the existing home and to reduce
minimum rear setback for proposed Lot 1.
1104 2015-012-DVP, 23103 136 Avenue
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal 2015-012-DVP to postpone servicing
upgrades on the 232 Street property frontage of the site at proposed Lot
39.
1105 2015-013-DVP, 11195, 11187, 11181, 11175, 11169, 11159, 11151,
11143 and 11135 239 Street
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal 2015-013-DVP to vary the permitted
maximum height for houses on each of 9 lots at the southwest corner of
Kanaka Way and 239 Street.
1106 2015-020-DVP, 13065 Katonien Way
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal 2015-020-DVP to vary parking requirements
and retaining wall height in support of the proposed Indoor Mountain and
BMX Biking Facility in Kanaka Business Park.
1107 2014-074-CU, 22245 Lougheed Highway, Temporary Commercial Use
Permit
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal 2014-074-CU to permit temporary
commercial use.
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1108 2011-063-SD, 5% Money in Lieu of Parkland Dedication, 20974 123
Avenue
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the owner of land
proposed for subdivision at 20974 123 Avenue, under application 2011-
063-SD, pay amount not less than $55,000.00.
1109 2014-004-DVP, 23810 132 Avenue (Cedar Spring Strata Subdivision)
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal 2014-004-DVP to vary building heights on
22 lots in Strata Plan EPS1393.
Financial and Corporate Services (including Fire and Police)
1131 Disbursements for the month ended January 31, 2015
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the disbursements
for the month ended January 31, 2015 be approved.
1132 Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that Maple Ridge
Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015 to bring
the City of Maple Ridge into compliance with current legislation relating to
fees and charges for the provision of services and information.
Community Development and Recreation Service
1151 Cottonwoods Child Care Centre – Lease Renewal
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to execute the Cottonwoods Child Care Centre lease for the
term December 1, 2014 to June 30, 2018.
Correspondence
1171
Other Committee Issues
1181
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1200 STAFF REPORTS
1201 Mayor’s Task Force on Open Government
Report dated March 10, 2015 providing an update on work done by the
Mayor’s Task Force on Open Government.
1202 Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force
Report dated March 10, 2015 providing an update on work done by the
Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force.
1300 RELEASE OF ITEMS FROM CLOSED COUNCIL
1400 MAYOR’S REPORT
1500 COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
1600 OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
1700 NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETING
1800 QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
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1900 ADJOURNMENT
Checked by:________________ Date: ________________
QUESTION PERIOD
The purpose of the Question Period is to provide the public with an opportunity to
ask questions of Council on items that are of concern to them, with the exception of
Public Hearing by-laws which have not yet reached conclusion.
Council will not tolerate any derogatory remarks directed at Council or staff
members.
Each person will be permitted 2 minutes to ask their question (a second
opportunity is permitted if no one else is sitting in the chairs in front of the podium).
Questions must be directed to the Chair of the meeting and not to individual
members of Council. The total Question Period is limited to 15 minutes.
Council reserves the right to defer responding to a question in order to obtain the
information required to provide a complete and accurate response.
Other opportunities are available to address Council including public hearings,
delegations and community forum. The public may also make their views known to
Council by writing or via email and by attending open houses, workshops and
information meetings. Serving on an Advisory Committee is an excellent way to
have a voice in the future of this community.
For more information on these opportunities contact:
Clerk’s Department at 604-463-5221 or clerks@mapleridge.ca.
Mayor and Council at mayorandcouncil@mapleridge.ca.
City of Maple Ridge
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
February 24, 2015
The Minutes of the City Council Meeting held on February 24, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in
the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British
Columbia for the purpose of transacting regular City business.
PRESENT
Elected Officials Appointed Staff
Mayor N. Read J. Rule, Chief Administrative Officer
Councillor C. Bell K. Swift, General Manager of Community Development,
Councillor K. Duncan Parks and Recreation Services
Councillor B. Masse P. Gill, General Manager Corporate and Financial Services
Councillor G. Robson F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development
Councillor T. Shymkiw Services
Councillor C. Speirs C. Carter, Director of Planning
C. Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services
A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary
Other Staff as Required
D. Boag, Director of Parks and Facilities
W. McCormick, Director of Recreation
Note: These Minutes are also posted on the City’s Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca
The meeting was filmed by Shaw Communications Inc. and live streamed and
recorded by the City of Maple Ridge
100 CALL TO ORDER
200 MOMENT OF REFLECTION
300 INTRODUCTION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS
Item 1701 Notice of Motion by Councillor Bell
501
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400 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
The agenda was approved with the addition of the Notice of Motion.
500 ADOPTION AND RECEIPT OF MINUTES
501 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 10, 2015 and the
Special Council Meeting of February 17, 2015
R/2015-069
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 10, 2015 and
the Special Council Meeting of February 17, 2015 be adopted as circulated.
CARRIED
502 Minutes of the Public Hearing of February 17, 2015
R/2015-070
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Public Hearing of February 17, 2015 be adopted as
circulated.
CARRIED
503 Minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meeting of February
5(2) and 11(2), 2015
R/2015-071
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meeting of
February 5(2) and 11(2), 2015 be received.
CARRIED
504 Minutes of the Committees and Commissions of Council:
R/2015-072
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee of
November 19, 2014 and January 28, 2015 and the minutes of the Maple
Ridge and Pitt Meadows Parks & Leisure Services Commission of January
8, 2015 be received.
CARRIED
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Note: Item 600 was dealt with prior to Item 700
600 PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
601 Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Pool Systems Safety & Accessibility Review
Presentation
A PowerPoint presentation was given by the Director of Parks and Facilities
and the Director of Recreation providing a review and analysis of the Maple
Ridge Leisure Pool systems and accessibility. The Director of Parks and
Facilities provided a history of the pool facility and outlined necessary
modifications and repairs. The Director of Recreation advised on the
existing chlorination systems, the proposed new system and opportunities
to enhance accessibility during proposed renovations.
Note: Item 1151 was dealt with following Item 601.
700 DELEGATIONS
Note: Item 701 was dealt with prior to Item 600
701 Julie Meadows
• Improved street lighting on 250 Street south of 119 Avenue
Ms. Meadows read from a prepared statement pertaining to issues on 250
Street south of 119 Avenue. She gave a power point presentation of
pictures showing the concerns of the residents of the neighbourhood. She
spoke to the safety risk of walking along 250 Street between 119 Avenue
and Dewdney Trunk Road due to lack of lighting and sidewalks, criminal
activity and garbage accumulation. She advised that a petition was
submitted to Council requesting installation of additional streets lighting on
250 Street near 119 Avenue.
The General Manager of Public Works and Development advised that staff
would meet with Ms. Meadows to review the options by which the
additional lighting can be achieved.
800 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
801 Motion by Councillor Bell from the February 10, 2015 Council Meeting
The Director of Licences, Permits and Bylaws provided information on time
spent court in by Bylaws staff.
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R/2015-073
It was moved and seconded
That staff be directed to prepare a report on the difference between the
MTI system and the Adjudication process specific to parking violations only
with the intent of Council considering implementing the adjudication
process for parking violations only and not for other bylaw enforcement
issues.
CARRIED
900 CORRESPONDENCE – Nil
1000 BYLAWS
Note: Items 1001 to 1004 are from the February 17, 2015 Public Hearing
Bylaws for Third Reading
1001 2011-082-RZ, 10150 and 10190 Jackson Road
1001.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6928-2012
To designate from Low/Medium Density Residential & Medium Density
Residential to Conservation and Medium Density Residential and to add to
Conservation
Third reading
R/2015-074
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 6928-2012 be given third reading.
CARRIED
Councillor Duncan - OPPOSED
1001.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6861-2011
To rezone from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) and M-2 (General
Industrial) to R-1 (Residential District) and RS-1b (One Family Urban
[Medium Density] Residential) to permit the future subdivision into
approximately 45 single family lots
Third reading
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R/2015-075
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 6861-2011 be given third reading.
CARRIED
Councillor Duncan - OPPOSED
1002 2013-029-RZ, 22305 and 22315 122 Avenue
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6987-2013
To rezone from RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential) to RM-2 (Medium
Density Apartment Residential) to permit the construction of a 69 unit, 5
storey apartment building
Third reading
R/2015-076
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 6987-2013 be given third reading.
CARRIED
1003 2013-041-RZ, 20738 123 Avenue
1003.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7087-2014
To designate from Urban Residential to Conservation and to add to
Conservation
Third reading
R/2015-077
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 7087-2014 be given third reading.
AMENDMENT TO MOTION
R/2015-078
It was moved and seconded
; and further
That, as a condition of final reading, the applicant provide appropriate
traffic calming measures to 207A Street which are acceptable to the City of
Maple Ridge.
AMENDMENT CARRIED
MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED
Councillor Speirs – OPPOSED
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1003.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7007-2013
To rezone from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to R-1 (Residential
District) to permit a future subdivision of 21 single family lots
Third reading
R/2015-079
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 7007-2013 be given third reading.
CARRIED
1004 2012-065-RZ, 10501 Jackson Road, 10601 Jackson Road, 10578 245B
Street and PID: 010-396-977
1004.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7126-2015
To designate from Low Density Medium to Conservation and to add to
Conservation
Third reading
R/2015-080
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 7126-2015 be given third reading.
CARRIED
Councillor Duncan - OPPOSED
1004.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7059-2014
To rezone from RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential) and RS-3 (One
Family Rural Residential) to RS-1b (One Family Rural Residential) to RS-1b
(One Family Urban [Medium Density] Residential) to permit the future
subdivision of approximately 60 lots.
Third reading
R/2015-081
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 7059-2014 be given third reading.
CARRIED
Councillor Duncan - OPPOSED
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Bylaws for Final Reading
1005 2011-063-RZ, 20974 123 Avenue
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6854-2011
Staff report dated February 24, 2015 recommending final reading
To rezone from RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential) to RS-1b (One Family
Urban [Medium Density] Residential) to permit a future subdivision into 6
lots
Final reading
R/2015-082
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 6854-2011 be adopted.
CARRIED
1006 2012-051-RZ, 11414 205 Street and 11406 205 Street
Maple Ridge Heritage Designation and Revitalization and Tax Exemption
Agreement Bylaw No. 6962-2012
Staff report dated February 24, 2015 recommending final reading
To designate the properties as heritage properties under Section 967 of
the Local Government Act and to enter into a Heritage Revitalization
Agreement under Section 966 of the Local Government Act and to grant a
Tax Exemption under Section 225 of the Community Charter
Final reading
R/2015-083
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 6962-2012 be adopted.
CARRIED
1007 2014-023-RZ, 21434 121 Avenue
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7074-2014
Staff report dated February 24, 2015 recommending final reading
To rezone from RS-1b (One Family Urban [Medium Density] Residential) to
R-1 (Residential District) to permit future subdivision into two single family
lots
Final reading
R/2015-084
It was moved and seconded
That Bylaw No. 7074-2014 be adopted.
CARRIED
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COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1100 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Minutes – February 16, 2015
R/2015-085
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of February 16,
2015 be received.
CARRIED
Public Works and Development Services
1101 2014-055-RZ, Proposed Bylaw, Commercial Production of Medical
Marihuana
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that Maple Ridge
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7094-2014 to eliminate the current 1000 metre
separation requirement between commercial producers from all sections of
the Zoning Bylaw be given first and second reading and be forwarded to
Public Hearing.
R/2015-086
It was moved and seconded
That Application 2014-055-RZ be deferred to the April 25, 2015 Council
Meeting.
CARRIED
Councillor Speirs - OPPOSED
1102 2014-016-RZ, 23908 and 23920 Dewdney Trunk Road, RS-1b and RS-3
to R-2
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that Maple Ridge
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7083-2014 to rezone from RS-1b (One Family
Urban [Medium Density] Residential) and RS-3 (One Family Rural
Residential) to R-2 (Urban Residential District) to permit a subdivision of
approximately 12 lots be given second reading and be forwarded to Public
Hearing.
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R/2015-087
It was moved and seconded
1) That Bylaw No. 7083-2014 be given second reading, and be forwarded
to Public Hearing;
2) That Council require, as a condition of subdivision approval, the
developer to pay to the City an amount that equals 5% of the market
value of the land, as determined by an independent appraisal, in lieu
of parkland dedication in accordance with Section 941 of the Local
Government Act; and,
3) That the following terms and conditions be met prior to final reading:
i) In addition to the Site Profile, a disclosure statement must be
submitted by a Professional Engineer advising whether there is
any evidence of underground fuel storage tanks on the subject
properties. If so, a Stage 1 Site Investigation Report is required to
ensure that the subject property is not a contaminated site.
CARRIED
1103 Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw Amendments to Prohibit Payday
Loan Business and Check Cashing Centres (REVISED)
Revised staff report dated February 24, 2015 recommending that Maple
Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7136-2015 be given first and second
reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing and that Maple Ridge Business
Licencing and Regulation Amending Bylaw No. 7135-2015 be given first
and second reading.
R/2015-088
It was moved and seconded
1. That Bylaw No. 7136-2015 be given first and second reading and be
forwarded to Public Hearing; and
2. That Bylaw No. 7135-2015 be given first and second reading.
CARRIED
1104 RZ/078/10, 24211 113 Avenue, First One Year Extension
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that a one year
extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/078/10 to permit future
subdivision into 7 single family lots.
R/2015-089
It was moved and seconded
That a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/078/10
and that the following conditions be addressed prior to consideration of
final reading:
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i. Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement as a Restrictive
Covenant and receipt of the deposit of a security, as outlined in the
Agreement;
ii. Amendment to Official Community Plan, Schedule "A", Chapter 10.2
Albion Area Plan, Schedule 1: Albion Area Plan and Schedule “C”;
iii. Road dedication as required;
iv. Park dedication as required;
v. Registration of a Habitat Protection Covenant as a Restrictive
Covenant at the Land Title Office;
vi. Registration of a geotechnical report as a Restrictive Covenant at the
Land Title Office which addresses the suitability of the site for the
proposed development; and
vii. A disclosure statement must be submitted by a Professional
Engineer advising whether there is any evidence of underground fuel
storage tanks.
CARRIED
1105 2011-114-RZ, 22810 113 Avenue, Final One Year Extension
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that a final one year
extension be granted for rezoning application 2011-114-RZ to permit 43
townhouse units under the RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) zone.
R/2015-090
It was moved and seconded
That a final one year extension be granted for rezoning application 2011-
114-RZ and that the following conditions be addressed prior to
consideration of final reading:
i. Approval from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure;
ii. Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement as a Restrictive
Covenant and receipt of the deposit of a security as outlined in the
Agreement;
iii. Amendment to Schedule "1" of 10.4 Town Centre Area Plan of the
Official Community Plan (OCP);
iv. Road dedication as required;
v. Registration of a geotechnical report as a Restrictive Covenant at the
Land Title Office which addresses the suitability of the site for the
proposed development;
vi. Registration of a Statutory Right-of-Way plan and agreement at the
Land Title Office for a storm sewer through 11275 Burnett Street;
vii. Registration of a Cross Access Easement Agreement at the Land Title
Office;
viii. Registration of a Restrictive Covenant at the Land Title Office
protecting the Visitor Parking;
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ix. A disclosure statement must be submitted by a Professional
Engineer advising whether there is any evidence of underground fuel
storage tanks; and
x. Pursuant to the Contaminated Site Regulations of the Environmental
Management Act, the property owner will provide a Site Profile for
the subject land.
CARRIED
1106 2013-042-DVP, 24325 126 Avenue
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that the Corporate
Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2013-042-DVP to reduce the rural
road standard paved carriageway width.
R/2015-091
It was moved and seconded
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2013-042-DVP
respecting property located at 24325 126 Avenue.
CARRIED
Financial and Corporate Services (including Fire and Police)
1131 RCMP Presentation
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 providing a work plan overview for
RCMP/Police Services department.
For information only
No motion required
1132 Audit and Finance Committee Terms of Reference
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that the Audit and
Finance Committee Terms of Reference be approved.
R/2015-092
It was moved and seconded
That the Audit & Finance Committee Terms of Reference attached as
Schedule “A” to the staff report dated February 16, 2015 be approved, as
recommended by the Audit & Finance Committee.
CARRIED
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1133 Disbursements for the month ended December 31, 2014
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that the
disbursements for the month ended December 31, 2014 be approved.
R/2015-093
It was moved and seconded
That the disbursements as listed below for the month ended December
31, 2014 be approved:
General $ 9,414,778.
Payroll $ 1,735,299.
Purchase Card $ 95,540.
$11,245,617.
CARRIED
1134 2014 and 2015 Council Expenses (REVISED)
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 providing updated Council expenses
for 2014 and expenses recorded to the end of January for 2015.
For information only
No motion required
Community Development and Recreation Service
Note: Item 1151 was dealt with following Item 600
1151 Proposed Leisure Centre Lifecycle Repairs Report
Staff report dated February 16, 2015 recommending that the contract for
Leisure Centre Lifecycle Repairs be awarded to SHAPE Architecture Inc. and
that the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
R/2015-094
It was moved and seconded
That the contract for Leisure Centre Lifecycle Repairs be awarded to SHAPE
Architecture Inc. for a contract price of $399,810.00 (excluding taxes) and
an additional 20% contingency be established for this project; and further
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
CARRIED
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Correspondence – Nil
Other Committee Issues – Nil
1200 STAFF REPORTS – Nil
1300 RELEASE OF ITEMS FROM CLOSED COUNCIL – Nil
1400 MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Read reminded residents that February 25 is Anti-Bullying Day and
encouraged all to wear pink. She attended meetings of the Maple Ridge
Ministerial Group, the Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation and the
Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Parks & Leisure Services Committee. Mayor
Read also attended meetings of the Metro Vancouver Board, the Metro
Vancouver Aboriginal Committee and the Metro Vancouver Parks
Committee. She met with Mr. Randy Kamp and the local MLA’s regarding
the Federal Infrastructure grant program, the EID community group and the
Islamic Society. She attended a Retired Teachers’ Association meeting and
participated in Open Government and Homelessness Solutions Task Force
meetings and a Council Strategic Planning meeting.
1500 COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
Councillor Bell
Councillor Bell attended a Council strategic planning meeting and meetings
of the Seniors’ Society, the Lower Mainland Local Government Association
Board and “Please Speak” with the Open Government Task Force. She
reminded all of an upcoming tea event at the Seniors’ Centre.
Councillor Shymkiw
Councillor Shymkiw attended a Council strategic planning meeting and
meetings of the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Parks & Leisure Services
commission and the “Please Speak” group. He also attended a session
with the Maple Ridge Downtown Business Improvement Association and a
retirement dinner for Teresa McLeod.
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Councillor Speirs
Councillor Speirs attended a session with the Maple Ridge Downtown
Business Improvement Association (“BIA”), the Chamber of Commerce
Business Excellence Awards, the Maple Ridge Community Heritage
Commission Heritage Awards and a “Dynamic Downtown Webinar” hosted
by the BIA. He also attended a meeting of the Maple Ridge Municipal
Accessibility Committee, attended the Haney Farmer’s Market Annual
General Meeting and a Habitat for Humanity reception.
Councillor Robson – No report
Councillor Duncan
Councillor Duncan encouraged community artists to apply for a call for an
artist for Whonnock Lake public art work. She spoke at Simon Fraser
University and attended the Hyde Creek Recreation Centre Heart Swim-a-
Thon.
Councillor Masse
Councillor Masse attended a meeting of the Metro Vancouver Climate
Action Committee.
1600 OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
Councillor Robson requested an overhaul of the air circulation system in
Council Chambers.
1700 NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS
1701 Notice of Motion by Councillor Bell
Councillor Bell gave notice that at the March 10, 2014 Council Meeting she
will be putting forward a motion requesting that the Chief Administrative
Officer be directed to keep a Council ‘ideas list’ on an ongoing basis.
1702 Councillor Robson expressed concern that a letter providing further
information on the upcoming TransLink referendum has not been provided
to the City of Maple Ridge.
Mayor Read advised that she will follow up.
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1800 QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
Peter Janis
Mr. Janis expressed concern with a commercial grow operation being built
in Whonnock. He spoke to the lack of public consultation prior to the
operation being built and the concern over issues arising from this type of
operation. He asked how the Federal and Provincial Governments can
allow commercial grow operations without consultation and how permits for
these operations can be issued.
Mayor Read responded to Mr. Janis’ concerns. She empathized with the
concerns of Whonnock residents and assured residents that steps are
being taken to address the situation.
All Councillors responded to the concerns outlined by Mr. Janis and assured
residents that all possible is being done to address the issue.
Ted Ingram
Mr. Ingram expressed concern with the commercial grow operation in
Whonnock. He spoke to various municipal bylaws which landowners within
the Agricultural Land Reserve are expected to comply with. He indicated
that a large amount of fill is being deposited on the property in question
and asked why the municipality cannot deal with the operation utilizing this
aspect.
Mayor Read advised that concerns will be brought to the Agricultural Land
Commission and that the issue of fill being placed on the property will be
followed up.
1900 ADJOURNMENT– 9:29 p.m.
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N. Read, Mayor
Certified Correct
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C. Marlo, Corporate Office
City of Maple Ridge
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
MINUTES
March 2, 2015
1:00 p.m.
Council Chamber
PRESENT
Elected Officials Appointed Staff
Mayor N. Read J. Rule, Chief Administrative Officer
Councillor C. Bell K. Swift, General Manager of Community Development,
Councillor K. Duncan Parks and Recreation Services
Councillor B. Masse P. Gill, General Manager Corporate and Financial Services
Councillor G. Robson F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development
Councillor T. Shymkiw Services
Councillor C. Speirs C. Carter, Director of Planning
C. Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services
Other Staff as Required
C. Goddard, Manager of Development and Environmental
Services
A. Kopystynski, Planner 2
Note: The agenda was approved with the addition of Item 1109
1.DELEGATIONS/STAFF PRESENTATIONS - Nil
2.PUBLIC WORKS AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Note: The following items have been numbered to correspond with the Council
Agenda:
1101 RZ/115/10, 23213 Lougheed Highway, M-2 to CS-1
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that Maple Ridge Official
Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6940-2012 to designate from
Agricultural to Commercial and Conservation be given first and second
reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing and that Maple Ridge Zone
Amending Bylaw No. 6834-2011 to rezone from M-2 (General Industrial) to
CS-1 (Service Commercial) to align the zone with the existing commercial
business be given second reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing.
1100
Committee of the Whole Minutes
March 2, 2015
Page 2 of 7
The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a Power Point
presentation providing the following information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Official Community Plan Context
• Neighbourhood Context
• Site Characteristics
• Development Proposal
• Green Space Plan
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
1102 2012-115-RZ, 12018 and 12038 Edge Street, 22554 and 22566 Brown
Avenue
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that a one year extension be
granted for Rezoning Application 2012-115-RZ to permit a three phased
mixed use development.
The Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the following
information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Official Community Plan Context
• Neighbourhood Context
• Site Characteristics
• Development Proposal
• Proposed Site Plan
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
1103 2013-103-DVP, 12366 Laity Street
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2013-103-DVP to reduce minimum road right-of-
way for the proposed cul-de-sac, reduce minimum width for a collector road,
reduce minimum road carriageway for the proposed cul-de-sac, reduce
minimum front setback for the existing home and to reduce minimum rear
setback for proposed Lot 1.
Committee of the Whole Minutes
March 2, 2015
Page 3 of 7
The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a Power
Point presentation providing the following information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Official Community Plan Context
• Neighbourhood Context
• Site Characteristics
• Development Proposal
• Proposed Variances
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
1104 2015-012-DVP, 23103 136 Avenue
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2015-012-DVP to postpone servicing upgrades on
the 232 Street property frontage of the site at proposed Lot 39.
The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a Power Point
presentation providing the following information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Official Community Plan Context
• Neighbourhood Context
• Site Characteristics
• Development Proposal
• Proposed Subdivision Plan
• Proposed Servicing Plan
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
1105 2015-013-DVP, 11195, 11187, 11181, 11175, 11169, 11159, 11151,
11143 and 11135 239 Street
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2015-013-DVP to vary the permitted maximum
height for houses on each of 9 lots at the southwest corner of Kanaka Way
and 239 Street.
Committee of the Whole Minutes
March 2, 2015
Page 4 of 7
The Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the following
information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Official Community Plan Context
• Neighbourhood Context
• Development Proposal
• Approved Subdivision Plan
• Proposed Elevations
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
1106 2015-020-DVP, 13065 Katonien Way
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2015-020-DVP to vary parking requirements and
retaining wall height in support of the proposed Indoor Mountain and BMX
Biking Facility in Kanaka Business Park.
The Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the following
information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Official Community Plan Context
• Neighbourhood Context
• Development Proposal
• Proposed Site Plan
• Retaining Walls
The applicant provided clarification of the use of the trail system by the
proposed business and information on the viewing area included within the
facility.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
Committee of the Whole Minutes
March 2, 2015
Page 5 of 7
Note: Councillor Masse excused himself from discussion of Item 1107 at 1:36 p.m.
as he owns property adjacent to the application site.
1107 2014-074-CU, 22245 Lougheed Highway, Temporary Commercial Use Permit
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2014-074-CU to permit temporary commercial
use.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
Note: Councillor Masse returned to the meeting at 1:37 p.m.
1108 2011-063-SD, 5% Money in Lieu of Parkland Dedication, 20974 123 Avenue
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the owner of land
proposed for subdivision at 20974 123 Avenue, under application 2011-063-
SD, pay amount not less than $55,000.00.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
1109 2014-004-DVP, 23810 132 Avenue (Cedar Spring Strata Subdivision)
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2014-004-DVP to vary the maximum building
height.
The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a Power Point
presentation providing the following information:
• Building Elevations
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
Committee of the Whole Minutes
March 2, 2015
Page 6 of 7
3. FINANCIAL AND CORPORATE SERVICES (including Fire and Police)
1131 Disbursements for the month ended January 31, 2015
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the disbursements for
the month ended January 31, 2015 be approved.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
1132 Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that Maple Ridge
Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015 to bring the
City of Maple Ridge into compliance with current legislation relating to fees
and charges for the provision of services and information.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND RECREATION SERVICES
1151 Cottonwoods Child Care Centre – Lease Renewal
Staff report dated March 2, 2015 recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to execute the Cottonwoods Child Care Centre lease for the term
December 1, 2014 to June 30, 2018.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of March 10, 2015.
5. CORRESPONDENCE – Nil
6. OTHER ISSUES – Nil
Committee of the Whole Minutes
March 2, 2015
Page 7 of 7
7. ADJOURNMENT – 1:42 p.m.
8. COMMUNITY FORUM - Nil
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C. Bell, Acting Mayor
Presiding Member of the Committee
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: RZ/115/10
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C of W
SUBJECT: First and Second Reading
Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6940-2012 and
Second Reading
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No . 6834-2011
23213 Lougheed Highway
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
An application has been received to rezone the subject property, located at 23213 Lougheed
Highway, from M-2 (General Industrial) to CS-1 (Service Commercial) to align the zone with the
existing commercial business. The subject property has historically been a legal non-conforming
use, and this application is intended to legitimize the zoning. This application also requires an
amendment to the Official Community Plan (OCP) to re-designate the land use from Agricultural to
Commercial and Conservation. On June 23, 2011, Council gave first reading to Zone Amending
Bylaw No. 6834-2011. Since that time, the property owner was focused on completing the building
permit work authorized by the Board of Variance. As that work has been completed, the property
owner is now proceeding with the subject application.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1.That in accordance with Section 879 of the Local Governmen t Act opportunity for early and
on-going consultation has been provided by way of posting Official Community Plan Amending
Bylaw No. 6940-2012 on the municipal website, and Council considers it unnecessary to
provide any further consultation opportuniti es, except by way of holding a Public H earing on
the bylaw;
2.That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6940-2012 be considered in
conjunction with the Capital Expenditure Plan and Waste Management Plan;
3.That it be confirmed that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6940-
2012 is consistent with the Capital Expenditu re Plan and Waste Management Plan;
4.That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6940-2012 be given first
and second reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing;
5.That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6834-2011 be given second reading and be forwarded to
Public Hearing; and
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6. That the following terms and conditions be met prior to final reading:
i. Approval from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure ;
ii. Amendment to Schedule "B" & “C” of the Official Community Plan;
iii. Registration of a geotechnical report as a Restrictive Covenant which addresses the
suitability of the site for the proposed development;
iv. An access agreement and survey plan and must be regi stered at the Land Title
Office for Spencer Creek and the existing pump station ;
v. Registration of a building design scheme as a Restrictive Covenant at the Land Title
Office;
vi. Park dedication as required ; and
vii. A disclosure statement must be submitted by a Professional Engineer advising
whether there is any evidence of underground fuel storage tanks. If there is
evidence, a site profile pursuant to the Waste Management Act must be provided in
accordance with the regulations.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Applicant: Don Bowins
Owner: Vaughn Wyant Investments Ltd.
Legal Description: Lot A Except Firstly Part Highway on Plan 22870 and Secondly
Part Highway on Plan 25492; District Lot 275, Group 1, NWD
Plan 9085
OCP:
Existing: Agricultural
Proposed: Commercial and Conservation
Zoning:
Existing: M-2 (General Industrial)
Proposed: CS-1 (Service Commercial)
Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: Regional Park
Zone: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
Designation: Park
South: Use: Vacant
Zone: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
Designation: Agricultural
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East: Use: Municipal Park
Zone: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
Designation: Parks Within the ALR
West: Use: Regional Park
Zone: M-2 (General Industrial)
Designation: Park
Existing Use of Property: Car Dealership
Proposed Use of Property: Car Dealership
Site Area: 1.3 hectares (3.2 acres)
Access: Tamarack Lane
Servicing requirement: Urban Standard
b) Project History:
The subject property has been used historically as a car dealership, which is a legal non-conforming
use under the current M-2 (General Industrial) zone. Located in the Albion Flats, the property was
included in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) in 1972 and was removed from the ALR in 1986.
While the property was excluded from the ALR, the City was unable to change the Agricultural land
use designation because the subject property was designated Green Zone in Metro Vancouver’s
Livable Region Strategic Plan (LRSP). In 2008, a LRSP amendment to remove the property from the
Green Zone was approved by the Regional Board and the property owner expressed the intent to
rezone the property to the CS-1 (Service Commercial) zone, rectifying the car dealership use.
In 2010 the applicant applied to rezone the property. The car dealership at the time was
Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep, and the owner was pursuing the acquisition of a Hyundai dealership
franchise. The change to Hyundai required building improvements to match the new corporate
brand in its building design and colour palette.
Given the compressed timeline the owner had to acquire the Hyundai dealership, a parallel process
was pursued with the Board of Variance. In January 2011, the Board of Variance granted the
property owner approval under Section 911(5) and 901(2) of the Local Government Act for an
addition to the legal non-conforming car dealership on the subject property. Given that the age of
the existing building was nearing the end of its lifespan, the property owner planned to remove some
no longer needed accessory buildings, construct a new dealership building, and then remove the old
principal building. Because the floor space of the new building was equivalent to the existing
buildings, the Board of Variance granted the authority to proceed. Through this process, the
property owner was able to commence construction of the new building while maintaining operation
in the existing building; and the original building was demolished once the new building became
operational in November 2012.
Under the existing legal non-conforming use, the Local Government Act stipulates that a legally non-
conforming property is legally entitled to continue the use in perpetuity provided the use is not
discontinued for a continuous period of six months. The Local Government Act further restricts any
structural alterations to the building unless authorized by a Board of Variance ruling; as such
activities are viewed as extending the lifetime of the non-conforming use. Throughout the parallel
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process with the Board of Variance it was understood that the applicant would complete the
rezoning application.
c) Planning Analysis:
Agricultural Land Commission Act:
The subject property was included in the ALR in 1972, and excluded in 1986. A car dealership use
was in operation on the subject property prior to inclusion in the ALR, and since that time has
operated as a legal non-conforming use in the M-2 (General Industrial) zone.
Regional Growth Strategy:
The subject property is designated General Urban in the Regional Growth Strategy. Additionally, the
property is within the Regional Urban Containment Boundary and the Fraser Sewerage Area;
therefore no regional approvals are required for this application. The regional land designation was
changed from Agricultural to Urban in 2008 as a result of a City-sought amendment to the LRSP. As
a result, Council now has the opportunity to bring the use into conformity, and a rezoning application
may now proceed.
Official Community Plan :
The subject property is currently designated Agricultural, and requires an amendment to the OCP to
re-designate the land use to Commercial and Conservation. This amendment is supportable, as the
property is within the Urban Area Boundary and the rezoning application is intended to reflect the
historic land use and facilitate the proposed commercial zoning of the property. The amendment will
also ensure that issues of non-conformance will be resolved. The requested OCP amendment
should therefore be considered a housekeeping amendment and is supportable on this basis.
Zoning Bylaw:
The property is currently zoned M-2 (General Industrial), which does not allow a car dealership as a
permitted use. The applicant proposes to rezone the subject property to CS-1 (Service Commercial)
in order to legitimize the historic non-conforming car dealership use on the property. The subject
property meets the CS-1 (Service Commercial) zoning provisions, therefore no variances to the
Zoning Bylaw are anticipated.
Proposed Variance:
The applicant has requested a variance to the Subdivision and Development Services Bylaw No.
4800-1993 to provide an alternative servicing standard that would not require improvement on the
south side of Tamarack Lane, which would require modification to the Dyking District 13 dyke by
widening the crest and filling in the roadside ditch. As a requirement of the building permit, the
applicant has provided in-trust funds for upgrades to the north side of Tamarack Lane including
road widening, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lighting and storm d rainage works on the north side.
This will provide the urban road improvements and pedestrian facilities appropriate for the CS-1
(Service Commercial) zone. The requested variance will be the subject of a future report to Council.
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Development Permits:
Pursuant to Sections 8.9 and 8.10 of the OCP, a Watercourse Protection Development Permit is
required for all developments within 50 metres of the top of bank of watercourses and wetlands;
and a Natural Features Development Permit is required for all development in floodplain areas. The
requirements of this permit are outlined in the environmental section below.
Advisory Design Panel :
The Advisory Design Panel reviewed the form and character of the proposed commercial building
and the landscaping plans at a meeting held June 12, 2012. Comments and suggestions for
change were provided by the Advisory Design Panel members, and these design suggestions were
incorporated into the final building and landscape plans.
d) Interdepartmental Implications:
Engineering Department:
As a building permit has been completed in advance of the conclusion of the rezoning application,
the property owner has provided monies in trust equivalent to road widening, concrete curb and
gutter, sidewalk, street lighting and storm drainage works on Tamarack Lane; which would have
otherwise been secured for through a Rezoning Servicing Agreement. A Rezoning Servicing
Agreement will therefore not be required for this application.
Operations Department:
The Operations Department has reviewed the development of the subject property, and has advised
that two access agreements are required to formalize access to a municipal pump station at the
corner of Tamarack Lane and Lougheed Highway; as well as along Spencer Creek to facilitate
occasional dredging as a flood control measure for Albion Flats.
Environmental:
Environmental staff have reviewed the proposed development; and the habitat protection covenant
area, park dedication area, and stormwater management initiatives have been determined to be
suitable. The applicant proposes to enhance and replant all four property lines and register a
habitat protection covenant to ensure the planting is maintained within the green spaces along the
south, west and north property lines. A park dedication area along the east property line will be
replanted and the planted vegetation will be monitored and maintained over a five year period.
e) Intergovernmental Issues:
Local Government Act:
An amendment to the OCP requires the local government to consult with any affected parties and to
adopt related bylaws in compliance with the procedures outlined in Section 882 of the Act. The
amendment required for this application, from Agricultural to Commercial and Conservation, is
considered to be minor in nature as the purpose of the re-designation is to reflect the regional land
use designation and legitimize a historic use. It has been determined that no additional
consultation beyond existing procedures is required, including referrals to the Board of the Regional
District, the Council of an adjacent municipality, First Nations, the School District or agencies of the
Federal and Provincial Governments.
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The amendment has been reviewed with the Financial Plan/Capital Plan and the Waste
Management Plan of the Greater Vancouver Regional District and determined to have no impact.
CONCLUSION:
The Metro Vancouver Regional District re-designated this property to Urban in 2008. Therefore, the
intent of this application is to bring the property’s zone and designation into compliance with its
existing use. As a result, this project is to rezone the subject property from M-2 (General Industrial)
to CS-1 (Service Commercial). An OCP amendment is required to re-designate the land use to
Commercial and Conservation. It is recommended that Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw
No. 6940-2012 be given first and second reading and forwarded to Public Hearing; and further that
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6834-2011 be given second reading and forwarded to
Public Hearing.
“Original signed by Amelia Bowden”
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Prepared by: Amelia Bowden
Planning Technician
“Original signed by Christine Carter”
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by Frank Quinn”
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
“Original signed by Jim Rule”
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J. L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw 6940-2012
Appendix C – Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw 6834-2011
Appendix D – Site Plan
DATE: Feb 19, 2015 FILE: RZ/115/10 BY: PC
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
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APPENDIX A
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 6940-2012
A Bylaw to amend the Official Community Plan
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WHEREAS Section 882 of the Local Government Act provides that the Council may revise the
Official Community Plan;
AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedules "B" & "C" to the Official Community Plan;
NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the City of Maple Ridge enacts as follows:
1.This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending
Bylaw No. 6940-2012
2.Schedule "B" is hereby amended for that parcel or tract of land and premises known and
described as:
Lot “A” Except: Firstly: Part Highway on Plan 22870 and Secondly: Part Highway on Plan
25492, District Lot 275 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 9085
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 841, a copy of which is attached hereto and
forms part of this Bylaw, is hereby re-designated as shown.
3.Schedule “C” is hereby amended for that parcel or tract of land and premises known and
described as:
Lot “A” Except: Firstly: Part Highway on Plan 22870 and Secondly: Part Highway on Plan
25492, District Lot 275 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 9085
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 842, a copy of which is attached hereto and
forms part of this Bylaw, is hereby amended by adding Conservation as shown.
4. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Bylaw No.6425-2006 is hereby amended accordingly.
READ A FIRST TIME the day of ,20 .
PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of ,20 .
READ A SECOND TIME the day of ,20 .
READ A THIRD TIME the day of ,20 .
ADOPTED the day of ,20 .
___________________________________ _____________________________
PRESIDING MEMBER CORPORATE OFFICER
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CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 6834-2011
A Bylaw to amend Map "A" forming part
of Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 - 1985 as amended.
___________________________________________________________
WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 -
1985 as amended;
NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the City of Maple Ridge enacts as follows:
1.This Bylaw may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6834-2011."
2.That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as:
Lot: A Except: Firstly: Part Highway on Plan 22870 and Secondly: Part Highway on Plan
25492; , D.L.: 275, Group 1, NWD Plan: 9085
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1525 a copy of which is attached
hereto and forms part of this Bylaw, is hereby rezoned to CS-1 (Service Commercial).
3.Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached
thereto are hereby amended accordingly.
READ a first time the 28th day of June, A.D. 2011.
READ a second time the day of , 20 .
PUBLIC HEARING held the day of ,20 .
READ a third time the day of ,20 .
APPROVED by the Minister of Transportation this day of ,20 .
ADOPTED, the day of ,20 .
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PRESIDING MEMBER CORPORATE OFFICER
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City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2012-115-RZ
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C of W
SUBJECT: Rezoning – First Extension
Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7019-2013 and
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No.6966-2013
12018 and 12038 Edge Street, 22554 and 22566 Brown Avenue
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The applicant for the above noted file has applied for an extension to this rezoning application under
Maple Ridge Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999. This application is to permit a three
phased mixed use development consisting of 240 apartment units in three towers (6, 13 to 19
storeys), 4,380 m2 (47,144 ft2) of commercial floor area, with 2 levels of underground parking and 2
levels of above ground structured parking subject to the CD-1-13 (Comprehensive Development
Zone) zone.
RECOMMENDATION:
That a one year extension be granted for rezoning application 2012-115-RZ and that the following
conditions be addressed prior to consideration of Final Reading:
i.Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement as a Restrictive Covenant and receipt of
the deposit of a security, as outlined in the Agreement;
ii.Registration of a Development Agreement as a Restrictive Covenant for the proposed
bonus elements and receipt of deposits as securities, as outlined in the Agreement;
iii.Receipt of a voluntary contribution of $100,000 for public art;
iv.Amendment to Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan;
v.Road dedication as required;
vi.A portion of the municipal lane between the properties 12038 and 12018 Edge Street
be closed, purchased by the applicant and consolidated into the development site;
vii.Lot consolidation and re-subdivision of the development site to three lots consistent with
the phasing boundaries;
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viii. Registration of a Statutory Right-of-Way plan and agreement for vehicular and pedestrian
purposes in place of the current municipal lane;
ix. Registration of a geotechnical report as a Restrictive Covenant which addresses the
suitability of the site for the proposed development;
x. Registration of an easement for public passage for the areas between Brown Avenue,
Edge Street and Dewdney Trunk Road rights-of-way and the buildings and to future roof
top open spaces;
xi. Registration of reciprocal access agreements for vehicle and pedestrian passage through
the parking structure between phases and between levels, as well as to the future
extension of the parking building to the east on Brown Avenue (2013-019-RZ);
xii. Registration of a restrictive covenant protecting required off-street parking spaces
located on separate lots of this development;
xiii. Registration of a Restrictive Covenant protecting the Visitor Parking;
xiv. Registration of a restrictive covenant and entering into a Housing Agreement respecting
adaptive housing and rental housing;
xv. Removal of all the existing buildings located at 12038 Edge Street, 22554 Brown
Avenue and 22566 Brown Avenue;
xvi. A disclosure statement must be submitted by a Professional Engineer advising whether
there is any evidence of underground fuel storage tanks. If there is evidence, a site
profile pursuant to the Waste Management Act must be provided in accordance with the
regulations; and
xvii. Pursuant to the Contaminated Site Regulations of the Environmental Management Act,
the property owner will provide a Site Profile for the subject lands.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Applicant: Bissky Architecture and Urban Design Inc.
Wayne Bissky
Owner: Ascent One Properties Ltd. (Inc. No. BC0949104)
Legal Description: Lot: 303, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP44882
Lot: 4, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP8081
Lot: 5, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP8081
Lot: 6, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP8081
OCP:
Existing: Town Centre Commercial, Low-Rise Apartment
Proposed: Town Centre Commercial
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Zoning:
Existing: CS-1 (Service Commercial), RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Proposed: CD-1-13 (Comprehensive Development Zone)
Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: Duplex and Single Family Residential
Zone: RT-1 and RS-1
Designation: Medium and High-Rise Apartment
South: Use: Civic Complex and Commercial
Zone: P-1 and C-3
Designation: Institutional and Town Centre Commercial
East: Use: Municipal parking lot, Single Family Residential
and Commercial (under application 2013-019-RZ
for 4th Tower by same developer)
Zone: CS-1 and C-3
Designation: Medium and High-Rise Apartment, and Town
Centre Commercial
West: Use: Apartment & recently completed apartment
development (RZ/078/09), Shopping center
Zone: RM-2, RM-3 and C-3
Designation: Town Centre Commercial and Low-Rise Apartment
Existing Use of Property: Single Family Dwellings (3 lots along Brown Avenue); Commercial
Use (Lot at corner of Edge Street and Dewdney Trunk Road)
Proposed Use of Property: Commercial and Multi-Residential Mixed Use Phased Development
Site Area: 0.43 Ha. (1.06 acres) excluding lane proposed to be included as
part of the development site
Access: Dewdney Trunk Road, Edge Street, Brown Avenue and lane
Servicing requirement: Urban Standard
Companion Applications: 2012-115-DP
This application is to permit a three phased mixed use development consisting of 240 apartment
units in three towers (6, 13 to 19 storeys), 4,380 m2 (47,144 ft2) of commercial floor area, with 2
levels of underground parking and 2 levels of above ground structured parking
The following dates outline Council’s consideration of the application and Bylaw/s 7019-2013 and
6966-2013:
The First Reading Report (see attached) was considered on February 18, 2013.
First Reading was granted February 26, 2013.
The Second Reading Report (see attached) was considered on November 4, 2013.
Second Reading was granted November 12, 2013.
Public Hearing was held December 10, 2013.
Third Reading was granted December 10, 2013.
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Application Progress:
The applicant has completed some items and continues to work and make significant progress on
the remaining terms and conditions to be met prior to Final Reading of the Zone Amending Bylaw.
The major outstanding items are related to design of off-site services and the legal documentation
for the phasing of the three towers, adaptive housing, rental housing and other aspects of this large-
scale project.
Alternatives:
Council may choose one of the following alternatives:
1. Grant the request for extension;
2. Deny the request for extension; or
3. Repeal Third Reading of the bylaw and refer the bylaw to Public Hearing.
CONCLUSION:
The applicant has been actively pursuing the completion of this rezoning application and has applied
for a one year extension.
"Original signed by Adrian Kopystynski" _______________________________________________
Prepared by: Adrian Kopystynski, MCIP, RPP, MCAHP
Planner
"Original signed by Christine Carter"
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by David Pollock”
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
"Original signed by J.L. (Jim) Rule"
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Second Reading Report
City of PittMeadows
District ofLangley District of MissionFRASER R.
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APPENDIX A
District of Maple Ridge
TO: His Worship Mayor Ernie Daykin MEETING DATE: November 4, 2013
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2012-115-RZ
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C of W
SUBJECT: First and Second Reading:
Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7019-2013; and
Second Reading:
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6966-2013
12018 Edge Street, 12038 Edge Street, 22554 Brown Avenue and 22566
Brown Avenue
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
An application has been received to rezone the subject site from CS-1 (Service Commercial) and
RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential) to CD-1-13 (Comprehensive Development Zone), to permit a
phased three tower development of 240 apartment units and 4,380 m2 (47,144 ft2) of commercial
floor area, with 2 levels of underground parking and 2 levels of above ground structured parking.
The proposed Comprehensive Development Zone (CD-1-13 – Appendix C) has been crafted to
accommodate the proposal and complies with the Official Community Plan. An Official Community
Plan amendment, however, is required to extend the Town Centre Commercial designation to the
three lots fronting Brown Avenue.
This application received first reading for Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6966-2013 on
February 26, 2013. With the submission of detailed information, further discussions with the
applicant and the Municipal Solicitor, the CD Zone has been finalized.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1.That in accordance with Section 879 of the Local Government Act opportunity for early and
on-going consultation has been provided by way of posting Official Community Plan Amending
Bylaw No. 7019-2013 on the municipal website and requiring that the applic ant host a
Development Information Meeting, and Council considers it unnecessary to provide any
further consultation opportunities, except by way of holding a Public Hearing on the bylaw;
2.That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7019-2013 be considered in
conjunction with the Capital Expenditure Plan and Waste Management Plan;
3.That it be confirmed that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7019-
2013 is consistent with the Capital Expenditure Plan and Waste Man agement Plan;
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4. That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7019-2013 be granted first
and second readings and be forwarded to Public Hearing;
5. That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6966-2013 as amended, be granted second reading and be
forwarded to Public Hearing;
6. That the following terms and conditions be met prior to Final Reading:
i. Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement as a Restrictive Covenant and receipt
of the deposit of a security, as outlined in the Agreement;
ii. Registration of a Development Agreement as a Restrictive Covenant for the proposed
bonus elements and receipt of deposit s as securities, as outlined in the Agreement;
iii. Receipt of a voluntary contribution of $100,000 for public art;
iv. Amendment to Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan;
v. Road dedication as required;
vi. A portion of the municipal lane between the properties 12038 and 12018 Edge Street
be closed, purchase d by the applicant and consolidated into the development site;
vii. Lot consolidation and re -subdivision of the development site to three lots consistent
with the phasing boundaries;
viii. Registration of a Statutory Right -of-Way plan and agreement for vehicular and
pedestrian purposes in place of the current municipal lane;
ix. Registration of a geotechnical report as a Restrictive Covenant which addresses the
suitability of the site for the proposed development;
x. Registration of an easement for public passage for the areas between Brown Avenue,
Edge Street and Dewdney Trunk Road rights-of-way and the buildings and to future
roof top open spaces;
xi. Registration of reciprocal access agreements for vehicle and pedestrian passage
through the parking structure between phases and between levels, as well as to the
future extension of the parking building to the east on Brown Avenue (2013-019-RZ);
xii. Registration of a restrictive covenant protecting required off -street parking spaces
located on separate lots of this development;
xiii. Registration of a Restrictive Covenant protecting the Visitor P arking;
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xiv. Registration of a restrictive covenant and entering into a Housing Agreement
respecting adap tive housing and rental housing;
xv. Removal of all the existing buildings located at 12038 Edge Street, 22554 Brown
Avenue and 22566 Brown Avenue;
xvi. A disclos ure statement must be submitted by a Professional Engineer advising
whether there is any evidence of underground fuel storage tanks. If there is evidence,
a site profile pursuant to the Waste Management Act must be provided in accordance
with the regulations; and
xvii. Pursuant to the Contaminated Site Regulations of the Environmental Management
Act, the property owner will provide a Site Profile for the subject lands.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Applicant: Bissky Architecture and Urban Design (Agent: Wayne Bissky)
Owner: Ascent One Properties Ltd (Inc. No. BC0949104)
Legal Description: Lot: 303, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP44882
Lot: 4, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP8081
Lot: 5, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP8081
Lot: 6, Section: 20, Township: 12, Plan: NWP8081
OCP:
Existing: Town Centre Commercial and Low-Rise Apartment
Proposed: Town Centre Commercial
Zoning:
Existing: CS-1 (Service Commercial) and RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Proposed: CD-1-13 (Comprehensive Development Zone)
Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: Duplex and Single Family Residential
Zone: RT-1 and RS-1
Designation: Medium and High-Rise Apartment
South: Use: Civic Complex and Commercial
Zone: P-1 and C-3
Designation: Institutional and Town Centre Commercial
East: Use: Municipal parking lot, Single Family Residential
and Commercial
Zone: CS-1 and C-3
Designation: Medium and High-Rise Apartment, and Town
Centre Commercial
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West: Use: Apartment & recently completed apartment
development (RZ/078/09), Shopping center.
Zone: RM-2, RM-3 and C-3
Designation: Town Centre Commercial and Low-Rise Apartment
Existing Use of Property: Single Family Dwellings (3 lots along Brown Avenue)
Commercial Use (Lot at corner of Edge Street and Dewdney
Trunk Road)
Proposed Use of Property: Commercial and Multi-Residential Mixed Use Phased
Development
Site Area: 0.43 Ha. (1.06 acres) excluding lane proposed to be included
as part of the development site
Access: Dewdney Trunk Road, Edge Street and Brown Avenue
Servicing requirement: Urban Standard
Companion Applications: 2012-115-DP
b) Background :
The applicant has submitted the necessary detailed information about the proposal to proceed to
second reading and public hearing. At the time of the first reading report (February 26, 2013), the
size, complexity, timing and servicing requirements associate with the project suggested the use of a
Phased Development Agreement. However, now that the project is fully understood, a traditional CD
Bylaw with restrictive covenants and securities is sufficient to regulate this development.
The terms and conditions of approval of the CD Bylaw are as follows:
A rezoning servicing agreement (registered as a restrictive covenant) that will state the
services, utilities, etc. that are to be provided prior to each phase commencing;
A development covenant that will state the bonus elements to be provided by the developer
to obtain the requested commercial and residential floor space (floor space ratio) stated in
the CD Bylaw in each of the three (3) phases, and required performance securities; and
A housing agreement respecting the proposed adaptive housing and rental housing. This
requires an authorizing bylaw that is not subject to a public hearing.
These three documents are described in the Planning Analysis Section of this report.
The development site is flat and consists of four (4) lots. There are existing houses and accessory
buildings on the three (3) lots facing Brown Street to be demolished prior to final adoption. The
commercial building (Paliotti's Restaurant) on the lot at the corner of Edge Street and Dewdney
Trunk Road may be retained and will be demolished at a later date, prior to the third phase of
development.
c) Project Description:
The proposal is a commercial and multiple residential mixed -use development, having a total of 240
residential units and 4,380 m2 (47,144 ft2) of commercial floor area, with underground and
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structured parking. It consists of commercial floor space and a parking podium, extending across
the entire site, with three (3) separate towers stepping up in height from 6, 13 to 19 storeys.
The western portion of the existing lane off of Edge Street north of Dewdney Trunk Road, is to be
incorporated into the project. It will remain open via a public access easement allowing for public
use, servicing and parking access. This will allow the above ground and underground parking levels
to be uninterrupted structures.
The podium structure will be 4-storeys along Edge Street, stepping down in Phase 1 to 2 storeys
along Brown Avenue. The podium structure will have commercial floor space on the ground level
along all three fronting streets and parking on the second level in all three phases. I n phase 2 and
3, there will be an additional 3rd level of parking with the 4th level of the podium containing
additional commercial floor space. Amenity and mechanical rooms may be situated on the above
ground parking levels.
Three towers are proposed atop the podium structure. The first phase tower is to be a 6-storey, 48
residential dwelling unit structure facing Brown Avenue. The second phase is to be a 13 -storey, 72
residential dwelling unit towers at the corner of Brown Avenue and Edge Street, and the tallest
building is to be a 19-storey 120 residential dwelling unit tower at the corner of Edge Street and
Dewdney Trunk Road.
This development is to be built in three phases (See Schedule “A” in Appendix C) over a period
estimated to be 8 years. The floor space ratio (FSR) includes both the commercial and the
residential floor areas. By including both the commercial and residential floor areas together, the
FSR figures will increase slightly over the amounts stated in the first reading bylaw. A summary of
the phases is described in the table below (See Appendix D and Appendix E for site plans, elevations
and renderings):
Phase 1: A 6 storey structure with a FSR of 2.937 and having 630.6 m2 (6,788 ft2) of
commercial and 3,840.3 m2 (37,462 ft2) of residential floor area. It would be located at the
eastern end of the site fronting on Brown Avenue. There would be 48 residential dwelling
units, and 104 underground or structured parking spaces, including visitor parking spaces;
Phase 2: A 13 storey structure with a FSR of 5.28 and having 1,852.6 m2 (19,941 ft2) of
commercial and 6,214.3 m2 (66,890 ft2) of residential floor area. It would be located at the
corner of Brown Avenue and Edge Street, next to and adjacent to the first phase, having a
presence on both streets. There would be 72 residential dwelling units, and 105
underground or structured parking spaces, including visitor parking spaces; and
Phase 3: A 19 storey structure with a FSR of 6.479 and having 1,896.6 m2 (20,415 ft2) of
commercial and 8,851.4 m2 (95,276 ft2) of residential floor area. It would be located at the
corner of Edge Street and Dewdney Trunk Road, south of and next to the second phase,
having a presence on both streets. There would be 120 residential dwelling units, and 133
underground or structured parking spaces, including visitor parking spaces;
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The following table summarizes the proposal:
Gross Floor Area
Square Meters & (Square Feet)
Phase Commercial Residential Dwelling
units
Building
Height
(Storeys)
Total FRS
(Resid. FSR)
Parking
Phase 1 630.6 m2
(6,788 ft2)
3,480.3 m2
(37,462 ft2) 48 6 2.937
(2.548) 104
Phase 2 1,852.6 m2
(19,941 ft2)
6,214.3 m2
(66,890 ft2) 72 13 5.28
(3.996) 105
Phase 3 1,896.6 m2
(20,415 ft2)
8,851.4 m2
(95,276 ft2) 120 19 6.470
(5.461) 133
TOTAL 4,379.8 m2
(47,144 ft2)
17,253.3 m2
(185,713 ft 2) 240 323
Using the C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) Zone as a guide, Phases 2 and 3 of this proposal will
exceed the permitted residential floor area of 2.3 times the lot area. The proposed densities are
noted in the above table. As this development is in keeping with the objectives of densification in
the Town Centre and is in the Town Centre Incentive Area, the creation of a CD (Comprehensive
Development Zone) with bonus provision (as described in the Planning Analysis section) allowing the
envisioned densities to be achieved is appropriate. The agent for the owners has reviewed the CD
Zone and is comfortable with the Bylaw as it reads.
The development site is located within Sub Area 1 of the Town Centre Area Incentive Program, and
meets the conditions to be included in the program. The proposal does not currently have
information about “green” or energy efficiency-related considerations; therefore the applicant has
been advised that a larger incentive benefit is available under the Incentive Program by
incorporating LEED/energy conservation measures into this project. Further information in this
regard is proposed to be provided as a component of the Town Centre Development Permit.
d) Planning Analysis:
Official Community Plan :
The development site is located within the Town Centre Area Plan. The one lot at the corner of
Dewdney Trunk Road and Edge Street is designated Town Centre Commercial. The remaining 3 lots
along the south side of Brown Avenue are designated Low-Rise Apartment. To accommodate this
proposal, the 3 lots on Brown Avenue will need to be redesignated to Town Centre Commercial to
match the designation of the corner lot on Dewdney Trunk Road.
This redesignation is supportable because:
it will give a consistent designation for the entire site;
it is more in keeping with the Medium and High-Rise Apartment designation of the other
properties along this stretch of Brown Avenue;
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the proposal will contribute in creating a compact and vibrant Central Business District with
mixed uses envisioned in the Town Centre Area Plan;
the strategic location of the site being across from the Civic Core area; and
will permit a consistent form and character of all the lands comprising the project.
The proposed CD Zone and the C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) Zone, upon which it was modeled, are
both permitted zones for the OCP Category of Town Centre Commercial Designation in the Zoning
Matrix.
The proposal will contribute to the OCP objective to create a compact and vibrant commercial area
that is pedestrian-oriented, including commercial, mixed-use, and multi-family residential uses.
Apart from the redesignation described above, the proposed development complies with the
following Land-Use Designation policies in the Town Centre Area Plan:
3-29 Building heights within the Town Centre Commercial will range from three (3) storeys in
height to over twenty (20) storeys. Generally, building heights should not be permitted
greater than twenty-five (25) storeys.
3-30 Multi-Family Residential use is permitted as a principle use in the Town Centre
Commercial designation, except where identified on Schedule “G” as “Ground Floor
Commercial Required” in the Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw, where the ground floor use is to
be commercial.
3-31 Within a Mixed-Use development, retail, service, and entertainment uses shall be
encouraged at ground level with office and/or residential uses encouraged above-grade.
Appendix F contains an analysis of how this project complies with the applicable OCP Policies.
Zoning Bylaw:
Background:
The proposal is to rezone the 3 lots along Brown Avenue (i.e. 12038 Edge Street, 22554 Brown
Avenue and 22566 Brown Avenue ) from RS-1 (One Family Urban (Medium Density) Residential) to
CD-1-13 (Comprehensive Development Zone), and the lot at the corner of Edge Street and Dewdney
Trunk Road (i.e. 12018 Edge Street) from CS-1 (Service Commercial) to CD-1-13 (Comprehensive
Development Zone).
A three-tower commercial and multiple residential mixed-use development is proposed to be built
over an eight (8) year period, having a total of 240 residential units and 4,380 m2 (47,144 ft2) of
commercial floor area, with 2 levels of underground parking and 2 levels of above ground structured
parking. The proposal has continuous commercial floor area along each of the three street edges.
This adhers to the proposed CD Zone where ground floor commercial space is permitted by
proposed CD Zone in each phase of the three phases, and to Schedule G of the Zoning Bylaw where
street level commercial use is manditory for Phase 3.
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Proposed CD Bylaw Changes:
Since first reading, the applicant has provided a full application submission. As a result, and it has
become necessary to make the following changes to CD-1-13 (Comprehensive Development Zone)
previously granted first reading:
Interpretation : Terms used repeatedly in the CD Zone were defined in this section.
Permitted Uses: Apartment Use was moved to the Accessory Use Section to align with the
proposed new zoning bylaw, and off-street parking (e.g. parking lots), outdoor display or sales
areas and rentals were deleted being inappropriate for a downtown setting.
Density: The section governing density sets the maximum Floor Space Ratio (FSR) for each of the
three phases. The first reading left the bonus provision generally worded subject to more
information. Now that the final FSR’s for the project are known, they can be s et in the bylaw. The
permitted FSR for each phase is listed in the table below:
Setback: The setback for the side lot line in Phase 3 has been increased from 0.0 meters to 3.9
meters to accommodate the green wall screen on the east elevation of the lower portion of the
building.
Open Space: A minimum useable open space and indoor amenity space has been added.
Housekeeping Changes: The format and wording has been edited to be consistent with the
future new Zoning Bylaw.
Development Agreement
The proposed densities on the site exceed what can normally be achieved through the highest
density zone currently allowed in the Town Centre. Through negotiations, the developer is to provide
a number of bonus elements to bridge the difference between what can be achieved currently and
the density being requested in the proposed CD Zone. This is a restrictive covenant similar in nature
to a rezoning serving agreement. Both instruments are registered on title and would have securities
held until the requirements of the covenants are satisfied.
FSR Category Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3
Base Floor Space Ratio
(FSR) 1.0 1.0 1.0
Bonus FSR for
Underground or
concealed parking
0.3
0.3 0.3
Bonus FSR for Height
above second storey 1.0 1.0 1.0
Bonus FSR for bonus
elements specified in
Development Covenant
0.637 2.98 4.179
Total FSR 2.937 5.28 6.479
Note: For ease of calculating, the Phase 1 and Phase 3 FSR is rounded up to 2 places for
the bonus and the total FSR in the CD Zone for this project.
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The additional bridging FSR bonus elements will be specified in a development covenant for each
phase as described in the following table:
These bonus elements are described more fully below:
• Public Art: Policies related to public art are included in the Town Centre Plan (Policy 3-14) and in
the District of Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee Policy. The Town Centre Plan
encourages incorporating public art into public outdoor meeting spaces.
For this project, this is being achieved as follows:
(1) Through a voluntary contribution of $100,000 from the developer to provide public art in the
Town Centre, to be collected at third reading; and
(2) Through a schedule of form and character guidelines including the proposed “Netting and
Fish Theme” along the exposed façade of the parking structure to enhance the visual
appearance of this structure from the streets (See Appendix G for Art Concept). These
guidelines supplement those contained in Section 8.11 of the Official Community Plan Town
Centre Development Permit Area for the Civic Core Precinct, and will be achieved through the
development permit approval process for each phase in the development.
• Adaptive Housing: It is proposed that 11% of the units in each phase be Adaptive Housing.
Adaptable housing involves the design and construction of dwellings to meet occupants'
changing needs over time. When constructed, a number of features would be incorporated that
are more practical for people who are elderly or have a disability to live a normal life. These
standards are incorporated into BC Building Code Section BC Building Code Section 3.8.5
(Building Requirements for Persons with Disabilities), The Building Access H andbook 2007, and
the SAFERhome Standards Criteria (attached as Appendix H) would be attached to the
development covenant and achieved through the building permit approval process.
Adaptive housing strives to helps people stay in their own homes through i llness, injury and aging
or who have disabilities, and by being in place, reducing the cost of future renovations to allow
people to function and stay in ones home as long as possible. The adaptive dwellings will include:
wider corridors and doorways, bathrooms and kitchens that facilitate more space to maneuver
with walkers or wheelchairs, construction features such as stronger materials under drywall to
Development Agreement
Bonus Elements for Phase 1
Development Agreement
Bonus Elements for Phase 2
Development Agreement
Bonus Elements for Phase 3
Public Art on Facade
Adaptive Housing
Rental Housing
Green Screen
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Public Art on Facade
Adaptive Housing
Rental Housing
2 Electric Vehicle Charging
Stations
Public Art on Facade
Adaptive Housing
Rental Housing
Green Screen
2 Electric Vehicle Charging
Stations
Outdoor Community Space
Indoor Community Space
Community Digital
Information Board
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support future installation of grab bars in the bathroom and purpose-built features such as
accessible positioning of electrical outlets higher up from the floor, switches placed lower on
walls, more toe space and lower counters, and easier to operate doors and faucet handles.
The adaptive housing units would also be subject to a housing agreement, described in more
detail in a following section.
• Rental Housing: It is proposed that 10% of the units in each phase be rental units. Th ese will be
units in addition to and not the Adaptive Housing. Further discussions are necessary to
determine the mixture of unit types (e.g. 1 and 2 bedroom units), non‐market housing (e.g.
social) and market housing (e.g. private rental and home ownership). As is the usual District
practice, these rental units will be secured through a Section 905 Housing Agreement.
A separate report will be sent to Council outlining the final terms and to obtain readings for
authorization bylaw necessary for the housing agreement. The authorization bylaw would be
considered for final reading together with the final adoption of the zone amending bylaw for the
proposed CD Zone to govern this development proposal.
The provision of this rental housing will support the OCP policies to accommodate a wide range of
housing needs in the District. Although the preference is for such units to be affordable rental, a
Housing Action Plan is not in place to help define what constitutes “affordability” and consistency
in implementing this OCP policy. However, as this is a large 240-unit housing development,
setting aside 10% or 24 units for market rental housing is a reasonable requirement, to give
future residents a choice in their housing options.
The applicant intends to insure the identified units remain rental for a minimum period of five (5)
years following the completion of Phase 3. Based on the proposed phasing, units in Phase 1
would be rented out for a minimum period of about 12 – 15 years, Phase 2 about 8 - 10 years,
Phase 3 about 5 years.
To achieve this, the applicant intends to employ Section 139 and 143 of the Strata Property Act
and by the filing of a Form J Rental Disclosure Statement with the Superintended of Real Estate .
These provisions provide for the identification of these rental units and to insure the owner-
developer or a future strata council do not pass bylaws preventing owners from renting the
identified units. Coordination of this approach with the Housing Agreement would be necessary.
• Outdoor Community Space: The public space associated with this development will include: the
street edges, features at the two main corners, a pedestrianized former laneway having a porte -
cochère entrance to Edge Street and a semi-public open space in phase 3 of about 470 square
meters (about 4,000 square feet) space at the lower roof level. There is some flexibility to allow
the roof level space to be adapted to the needs of future residents, including areas for child play,
gardening, exercise, etc. Some of this space is to be situated in such a manner to be accessible
to any future daycare in the complex and is proposed to be available for a certain proportion of
time for community use in association with events, activities or programs. The development
permits will reflect the landscaping and design details.
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• Indoor Community Space: The applicant is pursuing a number of options for the use of
approximately 2,040 square meters (about 22,000 square feet) of commercial space on the
Fourth Floor use as a college, community meeting room, community service organization offices,
day care or a combination thereof. The particulars, including ownership, lease or rental
arrangements will be reflected in a restrictive covenant or equivalent legal instrument registered
after third reading.
• Green Screen: Through the development permit process, the details of this feature will be
specified. In addition, there will be an agreement, insuring the long term maintenance of this
natural feature. Green screens are proposed in phase 1 for the lower building wall facing the lane
and in Phase 3 for the lower level wall that is setback and facing the lot to the east.
• Charging Stations: Each phase is to have installed an electric vehicle parking station for
residential use. In Phases 2 and 3, an additional electric vehicle parking station is to be provided
in a location accessible to the general public, either in the parking building or on the street.
• Community Digital Information Board: It is proposed to incorporate a digital electronic board as
part of phase 3 as a focal element. Strategically located in the Town Centre across from the Civic
Centre, this will support and promote a busy, vital and vibrant pedestrian area. The intent is t o
sensitively integrate it into the landscaping or building façade. This will be achieved through the
Phase 3 development permit review. Bylaw Enforcement has advised that changes are being
contemplated to the Sign Bylaw to allow this type of sign as a variance category in the bylaw. By
agreement to be reached as a third reading condition, a minimum proportion of time or content
will be established for civic and community information, news, digital art display and public
service announcements.
Proposed Variances:
This bylaw was specifically crafted as requested by the applicant to accommodate the development
project. Therefore, no variances have been requested. In the event departures will be necessary, a
development variance permit application will be submitted and forwarded after staff review for
Council to consider.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw:
Parking and loading is to be provided in compliance with Maple Ridge Town Centre Parking
Standards in Section 10 of Parking and Loading Bylaw.
Overall, there will be 33 more parking spaces than required currently by the bylaw. With the parking
being provided in an interconnected structure, there will be legal arrangements to shared
commercial parking spaces between phases. Based on the total parking required, the following is
the minimum number of disabled parking spaces required: one (1) space in Phase 1, two (2) in
Phase 2 and three (3) in Phase 3. The project complies.
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The number of residential and non-residential (commercial) parking spaces, including visitor spaces,
are as follows:
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Total
Bylaw requirement 62 102 156 320
Provided 100 114 139 355
Difference +38 +12 -17 +33
In addition, the required one off-street loading space is provided in each phase.
For bicycle storage, the requirement is 153 spaces and a total of 154 are proposed. Long term and
short term bicycle parking requirement for residents and users of the commercial uses are as
follows:
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Total
Bylaw Requirement:
- Residential
- Commercial
26
3
40
9
66
9
132
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Total Required: 29 49 75 153
Total Provided: 30 49 75 154
Development Permits:
Pursuant to Section 8.11 of the Official Community Plan, a Town Centre Development Permit
application is required for all multi-family residential, flexible mixed use and commercial
development located in the Town Centre.
Unlike most residential or commercial projects, this development is being staged over a period of up
to eight (8) years. This is also different from a phased strata development where a development
permit is issued for all the design of buildings in all phases, and timing for commencing and
completing each phase is governed through a phasing declaration form issued by the Approving
Officer under the Strata Property Act.
Therefore, a supplementary set of development permit guidelines (See Appendix J) will be included
as part of the development covenant. These guidelines have been reviewed by the Advisory Design
Panel. For each phase of this development, there would be a separate development permit
application submitted, referred to the Advisory Design Panel for review and evaluated on the
following basis:
Compliance with the Town Centre Development Permit Area Guidelines;
Having a consistent form and character over the 3 phases; and
Being in compliance with the supplementary guidelines, such as provision of public art on
the façade, pedestrian and public spaces, digital display screen, green walls, etc.
The development permit application for the first phase will be brought forward to Council for
issuance in conjunction with the adoption of the zone amending bylaw to create the CD Z one for this
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development proposal. Applications for Phases 2 and 3 would be brought forward to Council in the
future as the developer and market dictate.
Advisory Design Panel :
Referral Summary:
This project was brought before the Advisory Design Panel on June 11, 2013.
The entire project was also presented to provide context and to obtain general comments on the
entire design concept as well as specific comments for the first phase 6-storey building.
Development permit applications for the future phases will be referred to the panel for a detailed
review.
A description and revised plans addressing the following Panel comments will be included in a
future generalized and detailed development permit application report to Council.
Confirm sidewalk alternative/s to obtain wider sidewalks with street trees.
Consider location of the upper storey parking spaces and façade openings.
Consider connections for all podium levels.
Confirm location of parking lot venting.
Keep corner plazas as open as possible.
Develop a more distinctive treatment for tower roofs.
Look at providing a visual treatment for lower rooftops.
Consider articulating a green screen wall along the lane.
Consider opening up the entrances of the lane and driveways.
Look at creating an inviting treatment in the laneway including lighting and wall treatment.
Provide proper soil volumes for trees.
Explore alternative landscape treatments on the upper levels.
Show landscape elements on the elevation drawings.
Include development design guidelines in the Phase Developments Agreement.
Look at the architectural treatment of the separation between the podium and tower.
Consider providing rooftop amenity area.
Look at providing a cleaner treatment of areas between the buildings.
Look at providing a better frontage treatment for commercial units along Brown Avenue.
Consider reducing the amount of deck space on Building 2 adjacent to Building 1.
Provide clearer phasing plans showing interim treatment of exposed wall/s.
Confirm details, amounts and source of funding for proposed Public Art.
Look at including parking level screens and guard rails as public art.
Consider a child space amenity area.
Provide a pedestrian treatment across the lane and underground parking entrances/access
area.
Confirm the durability of metal panels used at pedestrian levels.
Create an entry feature in Building 1 similar to Buildings 2 and 3.
Consider separate commercial and resident garbage area.
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Staff Comments and Conclusion:
With the full application submission being made, staff has identified additional matters to be
addressed by the applicant respecting design. These include:
Providing for architecturally integrated business and directional signage.
Insuring adequate clearance for vehicle passing through the porte-cochère (former lane) to
Edge Street.
Providing for appropriate screening and detailing of the knock out walls between phases of the
parking building before being interconnected with future phases.
Revised plans have been submitted by the project’s Architect that address nearly all ADP and further
design concerns. The usual compliance analysis will be included at a later date in the Council report
for issuance of the Phase 1 development permit.
Development Information Meeting :
The Development Information Meeting for this proposal was held on the evening of Wednesday, May
15, 2013. Materials made available to the public included: the site plan, elevations, landscaping
plans and shadow analysis. A total of two people attended with one signing the attendance sheet.
The applicant advised that no written comments were left and the only q uestion was about building
shadows for a property across the street.
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
Engineering Department:
A rezoning servicing agreement forming part of a restrictive covenant to be registered on title is
required to upgrade municipal services to accommodate the proposed density of this project.
Where appropriate the construction of these municipal services to the final design standard may be
staged with each of the 3 development phases. The details for the timing of the necessary servicing
works, relocation of existing services, the provision of any temporary facilities and processing of
security releases will be reflected in the rezoning servicing agreement, the development covenant
and other associated documents or agreements. The staging of the services in conjunction with
each project phase is not to result in the long term closures to pedestrian faciliti es or road right of
ways or lane access.
Details, legal instruments, including the rezoning servicing agreement and any security would be
finalized between third and final reading.
Parks & Leisure Services Department:
The proposed provision of amenities, including public art, community-accessible open space, floor
area for community or educational-related uses, and gardening space for the project’s residents, are
in accordance with a number of objectives and practices to build a vibrant Town Centre. Th e
provision of adaptive housing will give Maple Ridge residents the opportunity of aging in place, a key
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element in achieving a healthy community. Provision of rental housing achieves the goal of having a
range of housing choices in the community, however the final agreement needs to insure that these
dwelling units are affordable rental housing that is owned and managed in a manner that is in
favour of the District, its housing policies and a benefit to the community.
The District will be responsible for maintaining the street trees to be planted along the three
frontages. The Manager of Parks & Open Space has advised that the maintenance requirement will
be $25.00 per new tree and will be included in the securities associated with future development
permits.
Fire Department:
A number of comments were provided by the Fire Department. Comments included: having an
adequate fires safety plan, relocation of overhead wires to improve ladder access and dealing with
hazardous debris from buildings to be demolished. More detailed comments will be requested as
part of finalizing the development permit plans.
f) School District Comments:
A referral dated March 25, 2013 was made in accordance with Sections 879 and 881 of the Local
Government Act to the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows School District No. 42 concerning this project.
No response from the School Board has been received.
g) Intergovernmental Issues:
Local Government Act:
An amendment to the Official Community Plan requires the local government to consult wi th any
affected parties and to adopt related bylaws in compliance with the procedures outlined in Section
882 of the Act. The amendment required for this application to extend the Town Centre Commercial
designation, is in alignment with the goals, objectives and policies of the Town Centre Area Plan; and
as such it has been determined that no additional consultation beyond existing procedures is
required, including referrals to the Board of the Regional District, the Council of an adjacent
municipality, First Nations, the School District or agencies of the Federal and Provincial
Governments.
The amendment has been reviewed with the Financial Plan/Capital Plan and the Waste
Management Plan of the Greater Vancouver Regional District and determined to have no impact.
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CONCLUSION:
This 3-tower three-phased mixed use commercial/residential development is one of the most
significant development projects and private capital works projects ever proposed in the Town
Centre. When completed, it will make a major contribution to the emerging urban character in terms
of its architecture, creating a sense of place, providing for business growth, increasing density,
creating an animated pedestrian environment and adding to the Town Centre’s skyline.
It is recommended that first and second reading be given to Maple Ridge Official Community Plan
Amending Bylaw No. 7019-2013, that second reading be given to Maple Ridge Zone Amending
Bylaw No. 6966-2013 as amended, and that application 2012-115-RZ be forwarded to Public
Hearing.
“Original signed by Adrian Kopystynski”_________________
Prepared by: Adrian Kopystynski, MCIP, RPP, MCAHP
Planner
“Original signed by Christine Carter”____________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by Frank Quinn”______________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
“Original signed by J.L. (Jim) Rule”_____________________
Concurrence: J. L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – OCP Amending Bylaw
Appendix C – Zone Amending Bylaw (CD-1-13 Zone)
Appendix D – Site Plan and Landscape Plans
Appendix E – Building Elevations, Sections and Renderings
Appendix F – OCP Policy Compliance Analysis
Appendix G – Art Concept for Building Façade
Appendix H – SAFERhome Standards Criteria
Appendix I – Supplementary Development Permit Guidelines
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2013-103-DVP
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: CoW
SUBJECT: Development Variance Permit
12366 Laity Street
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Development Variance Permit application 2013-103-DVP has been received for the subject property,
located at 12366 Laity Street, in conjunction with a rezoning and subdivision application to allow
future subdivision into approximately four lots in the first phase; the largest of which shall be
subsequently subdivided into three further lots, for a total of six proposed lots. The requested
variances are to:
1.Reduce the minimum road right-of-way for the proposed cul-de-sac from 15m (49 ft.) to 11m
(36 ft.) and for Laity Street to reduce the minimum width for a collector road from 20m (66
ft.) to 18m (59 ft.);
2.to reduce the minimum road carriageway for the new cul-de-sac from 8.6m (28 ft.) to 6.7m
(22 ft.);
3.to reduce the minimum front setback for the existing home from 5.5m (18 ft.) to 1.2m (4 ft.);
and
4.to reduce the minimum rear setback for proposed Lot 1, from 8m (26 ft.) to 7.8m (25 ft.).
Council considered rezoning application 2013-103-RZ and granted first reading for Zone Amending
Bylaw No.7042-2013 on December 10, 2013 and second reading on September 9, 2014. This
application was presented at Public Hearing on October 21, 2014, and Council granted third reading
on October 28, 2014. It is recommended that Development Variance Permit 2013-103-DVP be
approved.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2013-103-DVP respecting property located
at 12366 Laity Street.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context
Applicant: OTG Developments
Owner: Gurpreet and Jiwanwant Rakhra
Legal Description: Lot 2, District Lot 248, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan
7478
OCP:
Existing: Urban Residential
Zoning:
Existing: RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Proposed: R-1 (Residential District)
1103
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Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Designation: Urban Residential
South: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Designation: Urban Residential
East: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Designation: Urban Residential
West: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Designation: Urban Residential
Existing Use of Property: Single Family Residential
Proposed Use of Property: Single Family Residential
Site Area: 0.405 ha (1 acre)
Access: Cul-de-sac off Laity Street
Servicing requirement: Urban Standard
Companion Applications: 2013-103-RZ/SD
b) Requested Variances:
1. Subdivision and Development Services Bylaw No. 4800-1993, Schedule B: To reduce the
minimum width for an urban cul-de-sac right-of-way from 15m (49 ft.) to 11m (36 ft.), and to
reduce the minimum width of right-of-way for Laity Street, a collector road, from 20m (66 ft.)
to 18m (59 ft.).
2. Subdivision and Development Services Bylaw No. 4800-1993, Schedule C: To reduce the
minimum road carriageway from 8.6m (28 ft.) to 6.7m (22 ft.) for the new cul-de-sac.
3. Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No 3510 -1985, Part 6, Section 601 C. (11) (c) (i): To reduce the
minimum front setback for the existing home, from 5.5m (18 ft.) to 1.2m (4 ft.).
4. Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No 3510 -1985, Part 6, Section 601 C. (11) (c) (ii): To reduce the
minimum rear setback for proposed Lot 1, from 8m (26 ft.) to 7.8m (25 ft.).
c) Project Description:
The subject property is approximately 0.4 ha (1 acre) in size and is bound by single family residential
properties to the north, east, and south, and Laity Street to the west (see Appendix A). A single
family home is located on the east side of the property and is proposed to be maintained in the first
phase of the subdivision.
The application proposes to rezone the subject property from RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential) to
R-1 (Residential District), to permit future subdivision into approximately six single family residential
lots. The subdivision is proposed to occur in two phases, with the first phase consisting of four single
family lots, allowing the existing house to remain. The second phase would occur at a later date and
would subdivide the remaining large single family lot into approximately three single family lots.
Access is proposed to be off a new cul-de-sac constructed off of Laity Street, constructed within an
11m (36 ft.) road right-of-way. The first phase will construct a temporary turnaround for access. The
second phase will construct the northern half of the cul-de-sac. The additional right-of-way will be
taken from the southern property and the southern half of the cul-de-sac will be constructed through
a future development by the adjacent southern property owner, if they choose to develop.
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Variances will be required to allow the narrower road right-of-way for Laity Street; the narrower road
right-of-way for the cul-de-sac; and the narrower road carriageway for the cul-de-sac. The required
urban services can be provided within the proposed 11m (36 ft.) road right-of-way. Once built, this
road width will be adequate for two cars or emergency vehicles to pass. In the future, should the
southern properties choose to develop, they will be required to provide 4m (13 ft.) of road
dedication, which will allow for the roadway to be widened and completion of the boulevard.
d) Planning Analysis:
The Zoning Bylaw establishes general minimum and maximum setback regulations for single family
development. A Development Variance Permit allows Council to vary provisions of a bylaw to
facilitate a development.
The applicant is proposing the following variances (see Appendix B):
1. To reduce the minimum road right-of-way for the proposed cul-de-sac from 15m (49 ft.) to
11m (36 ft.) and for Laity Street to reduce the minimum width for a collector road from 20m
(66 ft.) to 18m (59 ft.).
The applicant has attempted to work with the adjacent property to the south to develop the road and
properties together; however the property owner to the south is not interested in developing at this
time. In order to proceed with their development, this applicant has proposed to build the majority of
the road within their property, with the required urban services being provided within the proposed
11 m (36 ft.) road right-of-way. Therefore, the variance for the proposed new cul-de-sac right-of way
is supported.
Laity Street is currently 15m (49 ft.) fronting the development. Three metres of road dedication will
be taken as a condition of rezoning. The existing right-of-way width for Laity Street varies from 20m
(66 ft.) down to 15m (49 ft.), and the ultimate road cross-section can be accommodated within the
18m (59 ft.) right-of-way, therefore the variance for the proposed Laity Street right-of-way is
supported.
2. To reduce the minimum road carriageway for the new cul-de-sac from 8.6m (28 ft.) to 6.7m
(22 ft.).
Once built, this road width will be adequate for two cars or emergency vehicles to pass. In the future,
should the southern properties choose to develop, they will be required to provide 4m (13 ft.) of road
dedication, which will allow for the completion of the roadway and boulevard. This variance is
supported.
3. To reduce the minimum front setback for the existing home from 5.5m (18 ft.) to 1.2m (4 ft.).
The reduction for the minimum front yard setback is the result of a new lot orientation for the
existing home. As there aren’t any homes immediately adjacent to this frontage, it is not expected to
have a negative impact on the neighbouring properties. This home is proposed to be demolished
with the second phase of the subdivision, at which point the variance will no longer be required. This
variance is supported.
4. To reduce the minimum rear setback for proposed Lot 1, from 8m (26 ft.) to 7.8m (25 ft.).
The reduction for the minimum rear yard setback for proposed Lot 1 is the result of thi s lot requiring
a larger exterior side setback compared to the remaining three lots, which have interior side setback
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requirements. This variance of 0.2 m (0.7 ft.) is considered minor in nature and is not expected to
have a negative impact on the neighbouring properties; therefore this variance is supported.
e) Citizen/Customer Implications:
Several letters of opposition were received on the rezoning application, claiming that the density is
too high, expressing parking concerns, the development not being compatible with the surrounding
neighbourhood, and de-valuation of surrounding properties. These concerns were identified at the
Public Hearing on October 21, 2014, and Council subsequently gave third reading. Notification
regarding this variance report consideration has occurred, and Council may expect to hear the same
concerns.
f) Interdepartmental Implications:
The Engineering, Fire, and Licenses, Permits, and Bylaws Departments have reviewed the proposed
subdivision layout and are satisfied with the layout.
ALTERNATIVE:
Should Council not wish to support the proposed variances, the applicant could be required to
provide the full cul-de-sac right-of-way and carriageway width within the subject property. This would
result in shorter, wider lots, which would require a minimum lot depth variance of approximately 3 m
(10 ft.) and a rear yard setback variance of approximately 0.2 m (0.7 ft.), and could result in a lower
lot yield. A new subdivision layout would need to be provided to determine the exact number of
potential lots.
CONCLUSION:
The proposed variances are supported for the reasons described above, therefore, it is
recommended that this application be favourably considered and the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal Development Variance Permit 2013-103-DVP.
“Original signed by Michelle Baski”________________
Prepared by: Michelle Baski, AScT
Planning Technician
“Original signed by Christine Carter”___________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by Frank Quinn”______________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng.
GM: Public Works & Development Services
“Original signed by Jim Rule”_________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Subdivision Plan Showing Variances
City of PittMeadows
District ofLangley District of MissionFRASER R.
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DATE: Oct 29, 2013 FILE: 2013-103-RZ BY: PC
CORPORATION OFTHE DISTRICT OFMAPLE RIDGE
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT PROPERTY
124 AVE
LAITY ST´
Scale: 1:1,500
12366 LAITY STREET
APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2015-012-DVP
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: CoW
SUBJECT: Development Variance Permit
23103 136 Avenue
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Development Variance Permit application 2015-012-DVP has been received for 23103 136 Avenue
(Appendix A) in conjunction with subdivision application SD/087/08. The proposed variance is to
postpone the servicing upgrades on the 232 Street property frontage of the site at proposed Lot 39,
which is currently zoned A-2 (Upland Agricultural). Servicing upgrades on 232 Street, to a Silver
Valley Arterial Road standard, will be required with a future application to rezone and develop Lot 39.
It is recommended that Development Variance Permit 2015-012-DVP be approved.
Council granted first reading for Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6899 – 2012 on April 24, 2012. Council
granted first and second reading for Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7082-2014 on
May 27, 2014 and second reading for Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6899-2012 on May 27, 2014. The
application was presented at Public Hearing on June 17, 2014. Council granted third reading on
June 24, 2014, and final reading on September 30, 2014.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2015-012-DVP respecting property located
at 23103 136 Avenue.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context
Applicant: Joel Lycan
Owner: Campton Services Corp.
Legal Description: Lot 10, Section 32, Township 12, NWD Plan 38408, except
Plans BCP48908, EPP27588 and DPP 44846
OCP: Civic, Conservation, Med/High Denisty Residential , Medium
Density Residential, Low/Medium Density Residential and
Neighbourhood Park
1104
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Zoning: R-1 (Residential District), R-2 (Urban Residential District), RS-1b
(One Family Urban (Medium Density) Residential), P-1 (Park and
School) and A-2 (Upland Agricultural).
Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: Park, Neighbourhood Park, Conservation, Townhouse, Single
Family Residential
Zone: P-1 (Park and School), A-2 (Upland Agricultural), RM-1
(Townhouse Residential), R-3 (Special Amenity Residential
District), R-1 (Residential District)
Designation Civic, Neighbourhood Park, Conservation, Med/High Density
Residential, Medium Density Residential
South: Use: Park, Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-3 (Rural Residential), RS-1b (One Family Urban (Medium
Density) Residential)
Designation: Conservation, Low/Medium Density Residential
East: Use: Single Family Rural Residential
Zone: RS-3 (Rural Residential), A-2 (Upland Agricultural)
Designation: Med/High Density Residential, Medium Density Residential,
Civic, Conservation
West: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: CD-3-98
Designation: Low Density Urban, Eco-Clusters,
Existing Use of Property: Rural Residential
Proposed Use of Property: Single Family Residential, Park, Conservation (Phase One)
Future proposed School site and Townhouse (Phase Two)
Site Area: 5.896 hectares (14.57 acres)
Access: 136 Avenue, Gilbert Drive, 230A Street and 232 Street
Servicing requirement: Urban Standard
b) Requested Variance:
1. Subdivision and Development Services Bylaw No. 4800-1993, Schedule A – Services and
Utilities: To postpone the requirements for servicing upgrades on the 232 Street frontage
until an application is received to rezone and develop that portion of the property (Lot 39).
c) Project Description:
Rezoning application RZ/087/08 was approved by Council on September 30, 2014 to rezone a
portion of the subject property (Lots 1 to 38, as shown on Appendix B) from A-2 (Upland Agricultural)
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to R-1 (Residential District), R-2 (Urban Residential District), RS-1b (One Family Urban (Medium
Density) Residential) and P-1 (Park and School) to permit a future development that includes 38
single family lots. A municipal park site and a linear park (trail) were dedicated at rezoning. At the
same time four areas of the site were dedicated as park for the protection of watercourses and
natural features.
The remainder of the subject property (Lot 39) was not rezoned with the above noted rezoning
application and is still zoned A-2. Lot 39 is a 1.534 hectare (3.79 acre) parcel that has been
designated for a future school site in the centre of the site and a future townhouse development in
the northeast corner fronting on 232 Street.
d) Planning Analysis:
The Subdivision and Development Services Bylaw establishes standards for provision of services for
utilities and roads for a development. A Development Variance Permit allows Council some flexibility
in the approval process.
The applicant is proposing to postpone the servicing upgrades on the 232 Street property frontage
until a future application to rezone and develop that portion of the site (Lot 39) is received (Appendix
C). Currently 232 Street is a Rural Arterial Road at this location with a paved carriageway, gravel
shoulders and a ditch. The reason for the variance request is that it is not known what the new
development plans will be for a townhouse on the site and therefore the location of driveways,
service connections, street trees and other services can not be determined. When lot 39 is rezoned
full urban servicing upgrades and road improvements to the Silver Valley Arterial Road standard will
be required on 232 Street. This standard includes two travel lanes, two parking lanes, concrete
curbs and sidewalks, street trees, street lights and underground wiring.
Application SD/087/08, for subdivision of the site into 38 single family lots and one large remainder
lot (Lot 39), is expected to proceed to the approval stage in the near future. An existing dwelling,
fronting onto 232 Street, is intended to remain on the A-2 zoned Lot 39 and to continue to be served
by a septic system. At the subdivision approval stage a no-build covenant will be registered on the
title of Lot 39 that stipulates no new buildings are permitted, and that existing buildings cannot be
re-built if damaged or demolished. Also, that the dwelling must remain in habitable condition and be
occupied. If the building becomes vacant it should be demolished, as per the Fire Department
comments. The dwelling will be removed with the future rezoning and development of Lot 39.
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
The Engineering Department supports the variance to postpone the servicing upgrades on 232
Street until a future application to rezone and development Lot 39 is received. Until an application
for a townhouse development fronting on to 232 Street is submitted and reviewed, it is not known
what servicing upgrades would be required to support the development and 232 Street will then be
upgraded to a Silver Valley Arterial Road standard.
CONCLUSIONS:
The requested variance is to postpone servicing upgrades on the 232 Street property frontage of the
site. Lot 39 is currently zoned A-2 and the existing house will remain with a no-build covenant
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registered at the subdivision approval stage, as noted in d) above. When a future application to
rezone and develop Lot 39 is submitted, servicing upgrades on 232 Street, to a Silver Valley Arterial
Road standard, will be required.
It is therefore recommended that this application be favourably considered and the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal Development Variance Permit 2015-012-VP.
“Original signed by Ann Edwards”
______________________________________
Prepared by: Ann Edwards, CPT
Senior Planning Technician
"Original signed by Christine Carter"
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by David Pollock” for
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
"Original signed by J.L. (Jim) Rule"
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Subdivision Plan
Appendix C – Engineer’s Servicing Plan
DATE: Feb 20, 2015 2015-012-VP BY: JV
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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APPENDIX B
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City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2015-013-DVP
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: CoW
SUBJECT: Development Variance Permit
11195, 11187, 11181, 11175, 11169, 11159, 11151, 11143 and
11135 239 Street
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Development Variance Permit application 2015-013-DVP has been received to vary the permitted
maximum height for houses to be constructed on each of 9 lots zoned Urban Residential District
(R-2) at the southwest corner of Kanaka Way and 239 Street.
This subdivision has been acquired by Qualico/Foxridge, the developer of the 38 lot Cliffstone
subdivision to the east and south. Both subdivisions share the same acess to Kanaka Way using
239 Street. Qualico is seeking to vary the maximum building height from 9.75 metres to 11 metres
as was approved earlier (2012-020-DVP) for their original 38 lot subdivision.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2015-013-DVP respecting property located
at 11195, 11187, 11181, 11175, 11169, 11159, 11151, 11143 and 11135 239 Street.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context
Applicant: Damax Consultants Ltd.
Owner: Qualico Developments (Vancover) Inc., Inc. No.
A26101
Legal Description: Lots 1 - 9 District Lot 404 NWD Plan EPP45994
OCP :
Existing: Urban Residential
Zoning:
Existing: R-2 (Urban Residential District)
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Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: Townhouses and Park
Zone: Townhouse Residential (RM-1)
Designation Urban Residential and Conservation
South: Use: Single Family and Park
Zone: Urban Residential District (R-2)
Designation: Urban Residential and Conservation
East: Use: Single Family and Rowhouses
Zone: Street Townhouse Residential (RST) and
Urban Residential District (R-2)
Designation: Urban Residential
West: Use: Park
Zone: One Family Rural Residential (RS-3)
Designation: Conservation
Existing Use of Property: Single Family Lots
Access: 239 Street
Servicing: Urban
Lot Size: 315 square meters (minimum)
b) Requested Variance:
Part 6, 601B R-2 Urban Residential District of Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 -1985 is
proposed to be varied as follows:
Section E. HEIGHT, 1. Height is varied to increase the maximum height requirement for
all buildings and structures for one family residential uses from 9.75 metres to 11
metres.
c) Project Description:
The site is zoned R-2 Zone and contains 9 residential lots. A height variance from 9.75 metres to 11
metres is being requested to make the houses within the entire Qualico subdivision complementary
with respect to bulk and character, as well as achieving a more cohesive image for the emerging
neighbourhood.
d) Planning Analysis:
The Zoning Bylaw establishes general minimum and maximum regulations for single family
development. A Development Variance Permit allows Council some flexibility in the approval
process.
Justifications for the proposed height variance include:
An 11 metre height will permit an aesthetically pleasing collection of diverse housing
styles with roof lines on the sloping lots;
This will facilitate the development of common housing forms present in Maple Ridge;
Qualico can market the two subdivisions together;
This will be the same variance that was granted in Qualico’s original subdivision as well
as in Genstar’s Wynnridge subdivision to the southwest; and
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This height will be in keeping with the proposed maximum height requirement to be
contained in the proposed New Zoning Bylaw.
CONCLUSIONS:
The proposed maximum height variance is consistent with those approved by Council in the area,
aligns with the height requirement of the future Zoning Bylaw and is preferable for Qualico’s
marketing strategy. No impacts are anticipated, therefore, this height variance is supported by the
Planning Department.
It is therefore recommended that this application be favourably considered and the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal Development Variance Permit 2015-013-DVP.
"Original signed by Adrian Kopystynski" _______________________________________________
Prepared by: Adrian Kopystynski, MCIP, RPP, MCAHP
Planner
"Original signed by Christine Carter"
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by David Pollock” for
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
"Original signed by J.L. (Jim) Rule"
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Subdivision Plan
Appendix C – Elevations with Proposed variance
DATE: Feb 5, 2015 FILE: 2015-013-VP BY: PC
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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APPENDIX B
APPENDIX C
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2015-020-DVP
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: CoW
SUBJECT: Development Variance Permit
13065 Katonien Street
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Development Variance Permit application (2015-020-DVP) has been received to vary the parking
requirement and the retaining wall height in support of the proposed Indoor Mountain and BMX
Biking Facility in Kanaka Business Park. A site-specific Zoning Bylaw text amendment (2014-043-RZ)
allowing this use was approved by Council on December 9, 2014. It is recommended that
Development Variance Permit 2015-020-DVP be approved.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2015-020-DVP respecting property located
at 13065 Katonien Street.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context
Applicant: Suemoe Enterprises Ltd (Matteo Signorelli)
Owner: Suemoe Enterprises Ltd
Legal Description: Lot 14 Section 25 Township 12 New Westminster District Plan
BCP42202
OCP:
Existing: Suburban Residential
Zoning:
Existing: M-2 (General Industrial)
Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: City owned vacant land
Zone: M-2 (General Industrial)
Designation: Rural Resource and Suburban Residential
South: Use: Industrial
Zone: M-2 (General Industrial)
Designation: Suburban Residential
East: Use: Industrial
Zone: M-2 (General Industrial)
Designation: Rural Resource and Suburban Residential
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West: Use: City owned vacant land
Zone: M-2 (General Industrial)
Designation: Rural Resource and Suburban Residential
Existing Use of Property: Vacant
Proposed Use of Property: Indoor Mountain and BMX Biking Facility
Site Area: 0.57 Hectares (1.41 acres)
Access: Katonien Street
Servicing requirement: Rural Standard
Previous Application: 2014-043-RZ
b) Requested Variance:
1. Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No 3510-1985, Part 4 General Regulations, 403 (8): To increase the
maximum exposed height of a retaining wall or an excavated wall from 1.2 to 4.0 metres; and
2. Maple Ridge Off Street Parking and Loading Bylaw No 4350-1990, Schedule A, 2.0 j): To reduce
the parking requirement for Indoor Commercial Recreation from 1 space per 30 square metres of
gross floor area to 1 space per 91 square metres of gross floor area.
c) Project Description:
The applicant is proposing to construct a building of about 2,832 square metres to house an Indoor
Mountain and BMX Biking Facility. The design of the building will be subject to The Building and
Design Guidelines for Kanaka Business Park; however, on-site parking is to be reduced to 31 spaces
plus a disabled parking space (total 32 spaces) and the maximum height for the proposed retaining
walls on a small portion of the site is to be increased to 4.0 metres from 1.2 metres (Appendix C).
d) Planning Analysis:
The Zoning Bylaw establishes general minimum and maximum regulations for development and the
Off Street Parking Bylaw establishes parking standards for different classes of uses. A Development
Variance Permit allows Council some flexibility in the approval process.
Retaining Wall Variance: The proposed Indoor Mountain and BMX Biking Facility is a very specific
indoor recreation use requiring bike riding circuits with ramps and other elements, enclosed in a
large building. Consequently, some taller retaining walls are required to accommodate the flat
building floor plate of about 2,832 square metres. Therefore, the applicant is seeking a variance to
allow the maximum height of the retaining walls of up to 4.0 metres rather than the current
maximum of 1.2 metres. The location and selected section are shown in Appendix C.
Given the Business Park / Industrial nature of the area and that the over height wall locations are
not seen from the street nor are subject to any residential overlook, this variance will have a limited
impact and is deemed supportable.
Parking Variance: The proposed variance is to reduce the parking requirement for Indoor Commercial
Recreation from 1 space per 30 square metres of gross floor area to 1 space per 91 square metres
of gross floor area. The transportation consultant retained by the applicant, has reviewed the
operation of similar existing biking facilities and assessed the anticipated user demand for the
proposal facility at 13065 Katonien Street. The conclusion was that 32 parking spaces (31 spaces
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plus one disabled parking space) would satisfy the parking demand for the users of the future
facility. This translates into a requirement of 1 space per 91 square metres of gross floor area, about
a third of the 1 space per 30 requirement in the Bylaw (e.g. 32 spaces versus 95 spaces).
It is acknowledged that this Indoor Mountain and BMX Biking Facility is more similar in nature to a
warehouse footprint, in contrast to a typical indoor recreation facility with more concentrated
activities, such as a bowling alley or yoga class. The proposed standard is similar to that required for
“a building for an Industrial Use” in the Parking and Loading Bylaw (e.g. 1 space per 93 square
metres), which is nearly identical to the 1 space per 91 square metres identified by the applicant’s
transportation consultant.
Therefore, this variance can be supported.
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
The Engineering and Building Department had no comment about the parking variances. The
Building Department will review and assess the retaining wall from a structural perspective as part of
the building permit application for the Indoor Mountain and BMX Biking Facility building.
CONCLUSIONS:
The proposed variances are supported by the Planning because the reduced parking has been
justified by the analysis prepared by the applicant’s transportation consultant and the retaining wall
will be structurally engineered and the visual impact is acceptable being located in a non-residential
area.
It is therefore recommended that this application be favourably considered and the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal Development Variance Permit 2015-020-DVP.
“Original signed by Adrian Kopystynski”______________
Prepared by: Adrian Kopystynski, MCIP, RPP, MCAHP
Planner
“Original signed by Christine Carter”____________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by David Pollock”_______________for_____
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
“Original signed by Jim Rule”___________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Site Plan
Appendix C – Retaining Wall Plans
City of PittMeadows
District ofLangley District of MissionFRASER R.
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DATE: Feb 12, 2015 2015-020-VP BY: JV
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
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APPENDIX B
APPENDIX C
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2014-074-CU
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C of W
SUBJECT: Temporary Commercial Use Permit
22245 Lougheed Highway
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7108-2014 was adopted on February 10, 2015, which
permitted CS-1 (Service Commercial) uses, within the C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) zoned building
on the subject property, located at 22245 Lougheed Highway (see Appendix A). This report allows
for the Temporary Commercial Use Permit associated with the Official Community Plan amendment
to be issued.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2014-074-CU respecting property located
at 22245 Lougheed Highway.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context:
Applicant: Mussallem Realty Limited
Owner: Mussallem Realty Limited
Legal Description: Lot 61, District Lot 398, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan
25783
OCP:
Existing: Town Centre Commercial
Proposed: Commercial (Temporary)
Zoning:
Existing: C-3 (Town Centre Commercial)
Proposed: Temporary CS-1 (Service Commercial)
Surrounding Uses:
North: Use: Vacant
Zone: C-3 (Town Centre Commercial)
Designation: Flexible Mixed-Use
South: Use: Pub and Liquor Store
Zone: C-3 (Town Centre Commercial)
Designation: Town Centre Commercial
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East: Use: Vacant
Zone: CS-1 (Service Commercial)
Designation: Town Centre Commercial
West: Use: Retail Commercial (Vacant)
Zone: C-3 (Town Centre Commercial)
Designation: Town Centre Commercial
Existing Use of Property: Vacant Building
Proposed Use of Property: CS-1 (Service Commercial) zone permitted uses
Site Area: 386 m² (4,155 ft²)
Access: Lane
Servicing requirement: Urban Standard
b) Project Description:
Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7108-2014 amended Appendix D - Temporary Use
Permits of the Official Community Plan (OCP) to allow a Temporary Commercial Use Permit on the
subject property (see Appendix B). A vacant building currently exists on the subject property. The
bylaw allows CS-1 (Service Commercial) uses, with the exception of: n) recycling depot; r) service
station; s) warehousing; t) Liquor Primary Establishment; and u) Licensee Retail Store, on a
temporary basis, in the existing building. The long-term plans for the entire parcel are for
redevelopment and lot consolidation for a future mixed-use development.
c) Planning Analysis:
The subject property is currently zoned C-3 (Town Centre Commercial), which does not permit the
highway commercial use. As the lots to the east, which are also owned by the applicant, are zoned
CS-1 (Service Commercial), which permits the highway commercial use, the applicant feels that they
would be in a better position to rent out the existing smaller building for a CS-1 (Service Commercial)
use at this time. A rezoning and development application may be submitted in the future that would
incorporate rezoning and developing the assembly of lots owned by the applicant; the refore, a
temporary use permit is more appropriate than a rezoning application at this point in time.
d) Intergovernmental Issues:
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and School District 42 did not have any concerns
with this temporary use.
e) Citizen/Customer Implications:
A Development Information Meeting was held at 22245 Lougheed Highway on November 20, 2014.
Nobody attended the meeting, therefore no concerns were raised. Public notice regarding this
permit has been advertised in the local newspaper.
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CONCLUSION:
As Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7108-2014 was adopted on February 10, 2015;
therefore, it is now appropriate to recommend that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and
seal 2014-074-CU respecting property located at 22245 Lougheed Highway.
“Original signed by Michelle Baski”
_______________________________________________
Prepared by: Michelle Baski
Planning Technician
"Original signed by Christine Carter"
_____________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by David Pollock” for
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
"Original signed by J.L. (Jim) Rule"
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J. L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – OCP Amending Bylaw No. 7108-2014
City of PittMeadows
District ofLangley District of MissionFRASER R.
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DATE: Oct 10, 2014 FILE: 2014-074-CU BY: PC
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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APPENDIX A
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 7108-2014
A Bylaw to amend the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 7060-2014
_______________________________________
WHEREAS Section 882 of the Local Government Act provides that the Council may revise the
Official Community Plan;
AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "A" to the Official Community Plan;
NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the City of Maple Ridge enacts as follows:
1.This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending
Bylaw No. 7108-2014."
2.Appendix D. TEMPORARY USE PERMITS, TEMPORARY USE PERMITS, Item 4. is amended by
changing “two years” to “three years”, as per the Local Government Act, Section 921 (11).
3.Appendix D. TEMPORARY USE PERMITS, TEMPORARY USE PERMIT AREA, first sentence, is
amended by removing “The following areas are designated Temporary Industrial Use Permit
Areas”, and by adding the sentence “The following areas are designated for Temporary Use
Permit Areas”; and
4.Appendix D. TEMPORARY USE PERMITS, TEMPORARY USE PERMIT AREA is amended by the
addition of the following, in sequential numeric order:
“Temporary Commercial Use Permit Area No.3
Purpose:
To permit CS-1 (Service Commercial) uses within the existing C-3 (Town Centre Commercial)
zoned building, excluding the following uses: n) recycling depot; r) service station;
s) warehousing; t) Liquor Primary Establishment; and u) Licensee Retail Store.
Location:
Those parcels or tracts of land and premises shown on Temporary Commercial Use Permit
Area No.3 map, and known and described as:
Lot 61 District Lot 398 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 25783”
are hereby designated to permit a temporary commercial use for CS-1 (Service Commercial)
uses, for a three-year period, effective upon adoption of this bylaw.
APPENDIX B
5. Appendix D. TEMPORARY USE PERMITS, TEMPORARY USE PERMIT AREA is amended by the
addition of the attached Temporary Commercial Use Permit Area Location map, in sequential
numeric order.
6. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 7060-2014 is hereby amended accordingly.
READ A FIRST TIME the 28th day of October, 2014.
READ A SECOND TIME the 9th day of December, 2014.
PUBLIC HEARING HELD the 20th day of January, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME the 27th day of January, 2015.
ADOPTED the 10th day of February, 2015.
______________________________ ______________________________
PRESIDING MEMBER CORPORATE OFFICER
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City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2011-063-SD
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C of W
SUBJECT: 5% Money in Lieu Of Parkland Dedication
(20974 123 Avenue)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The above noted subdivision is subject to the provisions of the Local Government Act regarding
parkland dedication or payment in lieu of dedication. It is recommended that Council require
payment in lieu of parkland dedication for the property located at 20974 123 Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION:
That pursuant to Local Government Act, Section 941, regarding 5% Parkland Dedication or
payment in lieu, be it resolved that the owner of land proposed for subdivision at 20974 123
Avenue, under application 2011-063-SD, shall pay to the City of Maple Ridge an amount that is
not less than $55,000.00.
DISCUSSION:
Section 941 of the Local Government Act requires the provision of parkland, without compensation,
as a condition of subdivision, subject to some exceptions. The land, not to exceed 5% of the area
proposed for subdivision, may be acquired in a location acceptable to the City, or a payment equal to
5% of the market value of the area proposed for subdivision is required.
Section 8.9, Watercourse Protection Development Permit Area, of the Official Community Plan states
that where watercourse protection areas are identified on the lands, the area is to be dedicated into
public ownership as Park, where possible, for the preservation, protection, restoration and
enhancement of watercourses and riparian areas. These areas also provide large vegetated areas
in urban neighbourhoods that provide corridors for wildlife and passive park areas for residents.
Where there is either no watercourse protection areas, or no suitable lands are identified for park
dedication, then 5% of the market value of the land is paid to the City. These funds are placed into
a special Parkland Acquisition Reserve Fund, for the purpose of acquiring parkland, and is typically
used where the ability to achieve parkland through development is limited, such as the Blaney Bog.
In this particular instance there are no watercourse protection areas and no suitable lands identified
for park dedication present. Therefore, it is recommended that money in lieu of parkland dedication
be provided.
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In keeping with past practice, the City has requested that an appraisal be provided for the 5%
market value of the development site. This appraisal is based on zoned but not serviced land.
A report from a qualified real estate appraiser has determined that the market value of the land is
$1,100,000.00, which indicates that the 5% value of this property is $ 55,000.00.
CONCLUSION:
As there are no watercourse protection areas and no suitable lands on the property for parkland
dedication, it is recommended that Council require payment in lieu of parkland dedication as
prescribed in the appraisal.
“Original signed by Adrian Kopystynski”
_______________________________________________
Prepared by: Adrian Kopystynski, MCIP, RPP, MCAHP
Planner
“Original signed by Christin Carter”
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.Pl, MCIP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by Frank Quinn”
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
“Original signed by Jim Rule”
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J. L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Property Map
Appendix B – Subdivision Plan
City of PittMeadows
District ofLangley District of MissionFRASER R.
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DATE: Apr 9, 2013 2011-063-RZ BY: JV
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APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2014-004-DVP
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: CoW
SUBJECT: Development Variance Permit
23810 132 Avenue (Cedar Spring Strata Subdivision)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Council considered rezoning application RZ/039/10 for the property located at 23810 132 Ave
(Appendix A) and granted first reading for Zone Amending Bylaw No 6747-2010 on July 25, 2012.
This application was presented at Public Hearing on August 29, 2012 and Council granted third
reading on August 29, 2012. Council granted final reading for rezoning application RZ/039/10 on
June 17, 2013.
Subdivision Application 2014-004-SD was approved December 19, 2014 and registered January 23,
2015.
Development Variance Permit application 2014-004-DVP has been submitted on January 6, 2015, to
vary the building heights from 9.0 metres to a maximum building height of 10.5 metres on all 22 lots
in Strata Plan EPS1393 (Appendix B). The requested variance is a common variance request. The
new draft Zoning Bylaw being prepared is proposing to increase the single family building height
within Silver Valley to 11 metres.
Therefore, it is recommended that Development Variance Permit 2012-016-DVP be approved.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2014-004-DVP respecting the Strata Plan
EPS1393 on property located at 23810 132 Avenue.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context
Applicant: Cedar Spring Homes (1978) Ltd
Owner: Cedar Spring Homes (1978) Ltd and
Fiano Holdings Ltd
Legal Description: Strata lots 1 to 22, Section 28, Township 12, NWD
Strata Plan EPS1393
OCP :
Existing: Medium Density Residential
Proposed: Medium Density Residential
Zoning:
Existing: R-1 (Residential District)
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North: Use: Residential
Zone: RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)
Designation Low Density Urban
South: Use: Residential
Zone: RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential)
Designation: Low Density Urban, Open Space
East: Use: Park, Residential
Zone: RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential)
Designation: Conservation, Neighborhood Park, Low Density
Urban
West: Use: Park
Zone: RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential)
Designation: Conservation
Existing Use of Property: Vacant Lot
Proposed Use of Property: 22 Bare Land Strata residential lots
Access: off of 132 Avenue
Lot size: 1.48 Ha (3.66 acres)
Services: Urban Standard
Concurrent/Previous Applications: 2014-004-SD
RZ/039/10, SD/039/10, DP/039/10
b) Requested Variance:
Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No 3510 -1985, Part 6, Section 601 C.(11) to vary the maximum building
height from 9.0 metres to a maximum of 10.5 metres for all 22 lots of Strata Plan EPS1393.
c) Project Description:
The original project site was comprised of two legal lots south of 132nd Avenue in the Silver Valley
area, totaling an area of 9.94 acres. The applicant earlier subdivided off 3 parcels zoned R-1
(Residential District); 2 parcels zoned RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential). 22 Bare Land Strata
parcels zoned R-1 (Residential District) were then subsequently created off of 132 Avenue.
The current application is seeking to vary building height from max 9.0m to a maximum up to 10.5m
on all 22 lots within Strata Plan EPS1393. Many subdivisions in Silver Valley have sought and
obtained this building heidght variance.
d) Planning Analysis:
The Zoning Bylaw establishes general minimum and maximum regulations for single family
development. A Development Variance Permit allows Council some flexibility in the approval
process;
The Subdivision application 2014-004-SD on property 23810 132 Avenue, for 22 bare land strata
lots, zoned R-1, and one fee-simple lot, zoned RS-1, was approved December 19, 2014 (registered
on January 23, 2015).
The applicant is proposing a common variance request to increase the maximum building height to
10.5 metres. It is consistent with building heights allowed by variances for recent developments in
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the District, specifically in zone R-1. The same variance for building height was approved on multiple
projects in the same R-1 zone.
The variance is largely due to complicated topography on lots in the area, larger and more complex
home designs and a desire to have homes better fit with changing market taste that require a higher
pitched structure, and increased ceiling heights on multiple floors. Therefore, the Draft new Zoning
Bylaw is going to reflect a Single Family zone building height of 11 metre maximum for all residential
zones, thereby eliminating the need for future Variance Permits for each subdivision.
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
The Engineering Department has no comments related to the proposed variance for building height,
as it does not impact the provisions of Engineering Services.
The Building Department has no comments.
CONCLUSIONS:
The proposed Development Variance Permit application 2014-004-DVP is supported because it will
ensure consistency with other homes in the Silver Valley area who also received variances for
building height, and will make all homes in this strata subdivision similar in design . This precedent
has resulted in a proposed amendment to the new Draft Zoning Bylaw to a maximum building height
of 11m for One-Family Residential. The application in question is considered consistent with the new
Draft Zoning Bylaw regulations. It is therefore recommended that this application be favourably
considered by Council, and the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal Development
Variance Permit 2014-004-DVP.
“Original signed by Therese Melser”
_______________________________________________
Prepared by: Therese Melser
Planning Technician
“Original signed by Chuck Goddard” for
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by Frank Quinn”
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
“Original signed by Frank Quinn” for
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Bare Land Strata Plan EPS1393
DATE: Feb 23, 2015 2014-004-VP BY: JV
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT PROPERTY
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Rivers & Lakes (Topographic)
Feature Type
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APPENDIX A
DATE: Feb 23, 2015 2014-004-VP BY: JV
C IT Y O F M A P L E R ID G E
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT PROPERTY
District of Maple Ridge´
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GPS Creek Centrelines
Streams & Rivers (Topographic)
Feature Type
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Ditch Centreline
Rivers & Lakes (Topographic)
Feature Type
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APPENDIX B
CityCityCityCity of Maple Ridgeof Maple Ridgeof Maple Ridgeof Maple Ridge
TO:TO:TO:TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read DATE:DATE:DATE:DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council Committee of the Whole
FROM:FROM:FROM:FROM: Chief Administrative Officer
SUBJECTSUBJECTSUBJECTSUBJECT: Disbursements for the month ended January 31, 2015
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The disbursements summary for the past period is attached for information. All voucher payments are
approved by the Mayor or Acting Mayor and a Finance Manager. Council authorizes the
disbursements listing through Council resolution. Expenditure details are available by request through
the Finance Department.
RECOMMENDATION:RECOMMENDATION:RECOMMENDATION:RECOMMENDATION:
That the That the That the That the disbursements as listed below for the month ended disbursements as listed below for the month ended disbursements as listed below for the month ended disbursements as listed below for the month ended January 31, 2015January 31, 2015January 31, 2015January 31, 2015 is received for is received for is received for is received for
information only.information only.information only.information only.
GENERALGENERALGENERALGENERAL $$$$ 9,386,1029,386,1029,386,1029,386,102
PAPAPAPAYROLLYROLLYROLLYROLL $$$$ 1,609,1841,609,1841,609,1841,609,184
PURCHASE CARDPURCHASE CARDPURCHASE CARDPURCHASE CARD $$$$ 105,675105,675105,675105,675
$$$$11,100,96111,100,96111,100,96111,100,961
DISCUSSION:DISCUSSION:DISCUSSION:DISCUSSION:
a)a)a)a) Background Context:Background Context:Background Context:Background Context:
The adoption of the Five Year Consolidated Financial Plan has appropriated funds and
provided authorization for expenditures to deliver municipal services.
The disbursements are for expenditures that are provided in the financial plan.
b)b)b)b) Community Communications:Community Communications:Community Communications:Community Communications:
The citizens of Maple Ridge are informed on a routine monthly basis of financial
disbursements.
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c)c)c)c) Business Plan / Financial Implications:Business Plan / Financial Implications:Business Plan / Financial Implications:Business Plan / Financial Implications:
Highlights of larger items included in Financial Plan or Council Resolution
•G.V. Sewerage & Drainage - DCC collections Jul-Dec’14 $ 518,311
•G.V. Water District – Barnston pump station $ 628,775
•G.V. Water District – Maple Ridge Main West pump station $ 1,481,257
•G.V. Water District – Water consumption Oct 8 to Nov 4/14 $ 449,943
•G.V. Water District – Water consumption Nov 5 to Dec 2/14 $ 432,772
•Imperial Paving – Lorne Ave sidewalk $ 153,737
•Municipal Insurance Assoc. – 2015 insurance assessment $ 398,461
•Province of BC - 2014 school tax requisition $ 501,635
•Ridge Meadows Recycling Society – Monthly contract for recycling $ 187,464
•Willis Canada Inc. – 2015 property and all risk insurance $ 233,297
d)d)d)d) Policy Implications:Policy Implications:Policy Implications:Policy Implications:
Corporate governance practice includes reporting the disbursements to Council monthly.
CONCLUSIONS:CONCLUSIONS:CONCLUSIONS:CONCLUSIONS:
The disbursements for the month ended January 31, 2015 have been reviewed and are in order.
______________________________________________
Prepared by: G’Ann RyggG’Ann RyggG’Ann RyggG’Ann Rygg
Accounting Clerk IIAccounting Clerk IIAccounting Clerk IIAccounting Clerk II
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Trevor Trevor Trevor Trevor Thompson, Thompson, Thompson, Thompson, BBA, BBA, BBA, BBA, CPA, CPA, CPA, CPA, CGACGACGACGA
Manager of Financial PlanningManager of Financial PlanningManager of Financial PlanningManager of Financial Planning
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Paul Gill, BBA, Paul Gill, BBA, Paul Gill, BBA, Paul Gill, BBA, CPA, CPA, CPA, CPA, CGACGACGACGA
GM GM GM GM –––– Corporate & Financial ServicesCorporate & Financial ServicesCorporate & Financial ServicesCorporate & Financial Services
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) RuleJ.L. (Jim) RuleJ.L. (Jim) RuleJ.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative OfficerChief Administrative OfficerChief Administrative OfficerChief Administrative Officer
gmr
"Original signed by G'Ann Rygg"
"Original signed by Trevor Thompson"
"Original signed by Paul Gill"
"Original signed J.L. (Jim) Rule"
VENDOR NAMEVENDOR NAMEVENDOR NAMEVENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION OF PAYMENTDESCRIPTION OF PAYMENTDESCRIPTION OF PAYMENTDESCRIPTION OF PAYMENT AMOUNTAMOUNTAMOUNTAMOUNT
Active Network Ltd Class software maintenance fees 2015 19,486
Ansan Industries Ltd Traffic control 17,691
Arsalan Construction Ltd Downtown road improvements - 119 Ave (226 St - 227 St)19,845
BC Hydro Electricity 126,636
BC SPCA Contract payment 27,925
BDO Canada LLP 2014 Financial statement audit 23,344
Boileau Electric & Pole Ltd Maintenance: Albion Sports Complex 143
City Hall 66
Christmas lights & decorations 24,647
Crosswalk signals 362
Firehalls 723
Greg Moore Youth Centre 66
Hammond Community Centre 250
Lapidary Club 1,330
Leisure Centre 214
Maple Ridge Main West pump station 6,998
Memorial Park 105
Operations Centre 1,112
Pitt Meadows Family Rec Centre 477
Pitt Meadows Museum 147
RCMP 99
Street lights 1,986
Thomas Haney tennis courts 114
Traffic signals 1,037 39,876
Bryco Projects Inc Seismic upgrade Rothsay reservoir at 256 St 18,910
CUPE Local 622 Dues - pay periods 14/26, 15/01 & 15/02 35,457
Chevron Canada Ltd Gasoline & diesel fuel 73,994
City Of Pitt Meadows Contributions from sport field users 56,425
Memorial bench maintenance 37
PM Family Rec Centre Telus charges costshare Oct-Dec 2014 4,807
Pitt Meadows Senior Centre landscaping 1,276
SEI costshare Exware Solutions website support 2014 112 62,657
Cleave Cattle Co Inc Security refund 31,478
Cobing Building Solutions Electrical/Mechanical maintenance:
City Hall 227
Library 227
Operations 227
Operations Centre air unit replacements 20,449
Randy Herman Building HVAC replacement 110,385 131,515
Crown Contracting Limited Signal modifications at Dewdney Trunk Rd & 232 St 27,159
Dams Ford Lincoln Sales Ltd 2015 Ford Transit Cargo Van 33,412
2015 Ford Super Duty F350 Truck 46,905 80,317
Dougness Holdings Ltd Flush & CCTV works yard 18,029
Downtown Maple Ridge Business Façade improvement project - 50% 2014 grants 23,708
Community public art grant 750 24,458
Falcon Hill Security refund 69,570
FDM Software Ltd Annual support & maintenance 19,907
Fitness Edge Fitness classes & programs 17,250
FortisBC - Natural Gas Natural gas 27,906
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGECITY OF MAPLE RIDGECITY OF MAPLE RIDGECITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
MONTHLY DISBURSEMENTS - JANUARY 2015MONTHLY DISBURSEMENTS - JANUARY 2015MONTHLY DISBURSEMENTS - JANUARY 2015MONTHLY DISBURSEMENTS - JANUARY 2015
Genesis Janitorial Service Ltd Janitorial services & supplies:
Firehalls 3,971
Library 5,560
City Hall 3,123
Operations 3,505
Randy Herman Building 4,093
RCMP 3,231
South Bonson Community Centre 5,377 28,860
Golden Ears Ortho & Sports Fitness classes & programs 25,120
Gr Vanc Sewerage & Drainage DCC collection Jul-Dec'14 518,311
Transfer station waste disposal 1,559
Waste discharge industrial treatment fee - Cottonwood 3,212 523,082
Greater Vanc Water District Barnston pump station 628,775
Maple Ridge Main West pump station 1,481,257
Water consumption Oct 8 to Nov 4/14 449,943
Water consumption Nov 5 to Dec 2/14 432,772
Water sample analysis 700 2,993,447
Greenside Properties Inc Security refund 15,000
Imperial Paving Lorne Ave sidewalk 153,737
ISL Engineering & Land Serv 240 St road & drainage improvements (Lougheed - 104 Ave)1,764
Abernethy Way (210 St - 224 St)19,398
Ditching environmental monitoring 2,300 23,462
Jacks Automotive & Welding Fire Dept equipment repairs 20,193
Justice Institute Of BC Fire Dept training programs 16,078
King Hoe Excavating Ltd 104 Ave road & drainage improvements - 224 St to 245 St 24,379
Laboucane, Colleen & Mark Land acquisition - portion of 24400 Blk of 104 Ave 30,000
Lafarge Canada Inc Roadworks material 50,594
MacCallum Law Group LLP In Trust Security refund 53,512
Manulife Financial Employer/employee remittance 151,962
Maple Ridge & PM Arts Council Arts Centre contract payment 50,867
Program revenue Dec 19,054
Theatre rental 4,983 74,904
Maple Ridge Museum & Archives Quarterly fee for service payment 35,571
Medical Services Plan Employee medical & health premiums 39,708
Min Of Finance Dept Of Trans.Emergency Traffic pre-emption @ Lougheed Hwy & 216 St 13,101
Emergency Traffic pre-emption @ Lougheed Hwy & 240 St 13,101 26,202
Municipal Insurance Assoc 2015 Insurance assessment 398,461
Insurance deductibles 24,685 423,146
Municipal Pension Plan BC Employer/employee remittance 435,113
North Of 49 Enterprises Ltd Skating lesson programs 18,837
Northwest Hydraulic Consultant Flood study Alouette Rivers 17,574
Nustadia Recreation Inc Subsidized ice purchased by P&LS on behalf of user groups 129,529
Opus Consulting Group Ltd Server infrastructure switches 68,164
Panorama LMS 4011 Strata fees Jan & Feb 20,608
Pitt Meadows Heritage & Museum Semi-annual fee for service 40,533
Province Of BC - 21312 2014 school tax requisition 501,635
PW Trenchless Construction Inc Sanitary sewer replacement on River Road 35,891
R A Malatest & Associates Ltd Labour market study 22,500
Receiver General For Canada Employer/Employee remittance PP14/26 & PP15/01 662,436
RG Arenas (Maple Ridge) Ltd Ice rental Dec less public skate collections 54,132
Additional weekend ice 5,284
Curling rink operating expenses Oct - Dec 18,728
Curling rink sprinkler system maintenance 762 78,906
Ricoh Canada Inc Photocopier quarterly contract 15,866
Ridge Meadows Seniors Society Quarterly operating grant 57,594
Ridge Meadows Recycling Society Monthly contract for recycling 187,464
Weekly recycling 336
Litter pickup contract 3,693
Recycling station pickup 638
Roadside waste removal 222
Toilet rebate program 83
Community public art grant 750 193,186
SAP Canada Inc Enterprise annual software support 20,291
Tempest Development Group Annual software support 58,340
Total Energy Systems Ltd Maintenance: City Hall 2,327
Firehalls 1,293
Leisure Centre 4,720
Library 930
Pitt Meadows Family Rec. Centre 1,684
Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall 965
Pitt Meadows Museum 192
RCMP 2,447
South Bonson Community Centre 752 15,310
Trans Western Electric Ltd Hammond Stadium playfield lighting 38,925
Warrington PCI Management Advance for Tower common costs plus expenses 87,653
Whonnock Roofing Ltd Caretaker house on 128th Cresc 16,511
Albion Fairgrounds dairy barn 19,530 36,041
Willis Canada Inc 2015 Property and All Risk Insurance 233,297
Wordsworth & Associates Web security consulting services 16,800
Workers Compensation Board BC Employer/Employee remittance 4th qtr 2014 85,611
Disbursements In Excess $15,000 8,513,0088,513,0088,513,0088,513,008
Disbursements Under $15,000 873,094873,094873,094873,094
Total Payee Disbursements 9,386,1029,386,1029,386,1029,386,102
Payroll PP15/01 & PP15/02 1,609,1841,609,1841,609,1841,609,184
Purchase Cards - Payment 105,675105,675105,675105,675
Total Disbursements January 2015 11,100,96111,100,96111,100,96111,100,961
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 02, 2015
and Members of Council
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C.O.W
SUBJECT: Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A schedule of fees related to miscellaneous services provided by the Finance Department has been
in use for several years. The schedule of fees proposed in Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges
Bylaw No. 7137-2015 is unchanged from the one currently in use and our fees are in line with those
charged by other municipalities, as shown by the attached survey.
The proposed Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015 will bring the City into
compliance with current legislation.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Bylaw No. 7137 – 2015 be given first, second and third readings.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Our financial plan projects $120,000 annually in Finance Department fees. Most of this is from Tax
Certificates, used for conveyancing of properties, and in 2012 we partnered with BC Online to give
clients 24/7access to property information. It should be noted that property owners are not
charged a fee for information concerning their own properties. A recent review of the fees and
charges for miscellaneous services provided by the Finance Department shows that our fees align
with those charged by other municipalities in the GVRD and reflect the costs associated with
providing these services.
CONCLUSIONS:
Fees for miscellaneous services, comparable to other Lower Mainland municipalities, are currently
being charged by the City of Maple Ridge and Bylaw No. 7137-2015 will bring the City into
compliance with current legislation.
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Attachments:
1.Maple Ridge Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015
2.Fee Comparison
______________________________________________
Prepared by: Silvia Rutledge
Manager of Revenue & Collections
_____________________________________________
Approved by: Paul Gill, BBA, CGA
General Manager: Corporate & Financial Services
_____________________________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
"Original signed by Silvia Rutledge"
"Original signed by Paul Gill"
"Original signed by J.L. (Jim) Rule"
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 7137 - 2015
A Bylaw to Establish Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges within
the City of Maple Ridge
WHEREAS Council may, by bylaw, impose a fee payable in respect of all or part of a service of the
municipality, the use of municipal property, or the exercise of authority to regulate, prohibit or impose
requirements pursuant to the Community Charter;
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the City of Maple Ridge enacts as follows:
1.This Bylaw may be cited as "Maple Ridge Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No.
7137 - 2015".
2.This Bylaw hereby imposes fees and charges for the provision of services and information as
specified in Schedule 1 attached to and forming part of this Bylaw.
3.If any part, section, subsection, clause, or sub clause of this Bylaw is, for any reason, held to
be invalid by the decision of a Court of competent jurisdiction, such decision does not affect
the validity or the remaining portions of this Bylaw.
READ a first time this day of , 2015.
READ a second time this day of , 2015.
READ a third time this day of , 2015.
ADOPTED this _____ day of ____________________, 2015.
PRESIDING MEMBER
CORPORATE OFFICER
Attachments:
Schedule 1 – City of Maple Ridge Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges
City of Maple Ridge
Miscellaneous Finance Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 7137-2015
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Schedule 1
Description of Existing Fee/Charge
Applicable
Taxes to be
Added
Fee
1. Property Information Request/Tax Certificate
(a) Request from property owner Included No charge
(b) Request from non-owner Included $35.00
(c) Requests through BC Online
(BC Online customers will have BC Online
administration fee added to this fee)
Included $35.00
2. Payment File for Mortgage Company Tax Clients - per
folio/roll number $7.50
3. Refund Processing Fee $25.00
4. Returned Cheque Fee $25.00
5. Photocopy (standard 8 ½” x 11”) per page $0.50
6. Historical Property Related Information – per hour
(a) Request from property owner First hour no
charge, then
$35.00
(b) Request from non-owner $35.00
Attachment: Fee Comparison
NSF
Charge
Abbotsford $25.00 $38.25 $25.00 $10.00
Burnaby $25.00 $40.00 $45.00 $15.00
Chilliwack $25.00 $30.00 $35.00 $10.00
Coquitlam $30.00 $40.00 $35.00 $7.50
Langley City $20.00 $25.00 $35.00 $6.25
Langley Township $25.00 $40.50 $40.00 $10.00
Maple Ridge $25.00 $35.00 $35.00 $7.50
New Westminster $30.00 $35.00 $45.00 $12.00
North VCR District $30.00 $40.00 $35.00 $20.00
Pitt Meadows $25.00 $30.00 $30.00 $5.00
Port Coquitlam $30.00 $40.00 $35.00 $7.50
Port Moody $45.00 $38.00 $58.00 $12.00
Richmond $32.50 $32.50 $38.50 $5.25
Surrey $30.00 $29.50 $35.00 $8.00
Vancouver $35.00 $50.00 $50.00 $20.00
West Vancouver $30.00 $45.00 $35.00 $10.00
Tax Cert (BC/Online
Web Customer)
Tax Cert Non
Owner (In
person at City
Hall)
Payment
File for
Mortgage
Co
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 2, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO: CDPR-0640-30
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C.O.W.
SUBJECT: Cottonwoods Child Care Centre - Lease Renewal
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Parks & Leisure Services Commission reviewed the Cottonwoods
Child Care Centre Lease agreement at its meeting of February 12, 2015.
The Commission has recommended the agreement be endorsed and forwarded to Council for
consideration. A copy of the Commission report is attached as background information.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the Cottonwoods Child Care Centre lease
for the term December 1, 2014 to June 30, 2018.
“Original signed by Kelly Swift”
_______________________________________________
Prepared by: Kelly Swift, General Manager, Community Development
Parks & Recreation Services
“Original signed by Jim Rule”
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
:ik
Attachments:
PLS Commission Report – February 12, 2015
Cottonwoods Child Care Centre Lease
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SUBJECT: COTTONWOODS CHILD CARE CENTRE - LEASE RENEWAL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Cottonwoods Child Care Centre has requested that their option to renew be honored for an
additional term. The attached draft lease has undergone a few minor changes to terms and
conditions; these changes result in an agreement that is consistent with similar lease partners.
Staff are recommending that the Commission endorse the attached lease agreement and forward to
Maple Ridge Council for consideration.
RECOMMENDATION:
That a recommendation be forwarded to Maple Ridge Council that the Corporate Officer be authorized to
sign and seal the Cottonwoods Child Care Lease Agreement 2014-2018.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Cottonwoods Child Care Centre (the Tenant) is a childcare provider operating out of the Planet
Ice facility providing families in Maple Ridge with affordable childcare programs. The Tenant has
been a leasee of the City of Maple Ridge and Parks & Leisure Services since 2004.
The current lease stipulates that the Tenant has one final option for renewal. In the fall of 2014,
staff began discussions to determine if the Tenant wished to exercise their right to renew the
lease agreement for an additional term.
A modest fee increase has been built into the agreement, with a proposed square foot rate
slightly lower than the agreements at the Leisure Centre and Family Recreation Centre as the
Planet Ice space does not favourably compare to the other lease sites which include amenities
such as:
entry-level “store-front” locations with windows to the outside.
adjacent amenities available for access (gymnasium, playgrounds).
b) Desired Outcome:
To honor the existing lease commitment which maximizes use of low-demand time in recreation
facilities and supports opportunities for low cost child care programs within the city.
c) Strategic Alignment:
To create a safe and livable community by striving for enhanced service levels, quality of life and
independence by citizens in the delivery of leisure services
d) Business Plan/Financial Implications:
Lease renewals include regular, modest increases to ensure that rates remain current and avoid
significant impact to tenants and user groups.
Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows
Parks & Leisure Services Commission Report
REGULAR MEETING
February 12, 2015
CONCLUSIONS:
Cottonwoods Daycare has been a good lease partner for ten years providing a much needed service
to the community. Staff recommends that the right to renew be honored and that the lease
agreement be forwarded to Maple Ridge Council for approval.
“Original signed by Danielle Pope”
Prepared By: Danielle Pope
Manager, Business Operations
“Original signed by Wendy McCormick”
Reviewed By: Wendy McCormick
Director, Recreation
“Original signed by Kelly Swift”
Approved By: Kelly Swift
General Manager, Community Development
Parks & Recreation Services
:dp
Attachment – Cottonwood Lease
Schedule "A"
COTTONWOODS CHILD CARE CENTRE
THIS INDENTURE is made as of the 1st day of December 2014 but is actually executed on the
____ day of ______________________, 2015.
IN PURSUANCE OF THE "LAND TRANSFER FORM ACT, PART 2"
BETWEEN:
DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE, a corporate body having its offices at
11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, in the Province
(Hereinafter called the "Landlord")
OF THE FIRST PART,
AND:
STARTING BLOCKS CHILDCARE Inc.,
A Company incorporated under the laws of the Province of British Columbia, having
its
registered office at 23588 105th Ave , Maple Ridge, B.C. V2W 1B8
Operating as COTTONWOODS CHILD CARE CENTRE,
Leah Faulkner – owner/operator
(604) 467-8712 (h)
(604) 861-6997 (c)
(604) 463-4003 (b)
(Hereinafter called the "Tenant")
OF THE SECOND PART
WITNESSETH that in consideration of the rents, covenants, conditions, and agreements
hereinafter respectively reserved and contained on the part of the Landlord and the Tenant
to be respectively paid, kept, observed and performed the Landlord and the Tenant covenant
and agree each with the other as follows:
1. The Landlord does hereby demise and lease unto the Tenant that portion of (hereinafter
called the "Premises") of Planet Ice, (hereinafter called the "Building") which is situated in
Maple Ridge, British Columbia on lands legally described as:
Parcel Identifier: 011-345-861. Lot 7 Except: Firstly: Part Subdivided by Plan 10131.
Secondly: Parcel “A” (Reference Plan 13150). Thirdly: Part Road on Plan 84213.
District Lots 275, 405, 408 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 8827;
(Hereinafter called the "said lands" which portion contains 560 square feet and is shown
outlined in red on the plan attached hereto as Schedule "C".
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TO HAVE AND TO HOLD from the Commencement Date of Term (as hereinafter defined) for
the term (hereinafter called the "Term") of three (3) years and six (6) months thence
ensuing unless sooner terminated pursuant to the provisions hereof.
2. YIELDING AND PAYING THEREFOR during year One (1) Two (2) a base rent of Three
Thousand and Thirty Three Dollars and Thirty Three Cents ($3,033.33) + applicable taxes
and during year Three (3) of the Term a base rent of Three Thousand, One Hundred and
Fifty Dollars ($3,150.00) payable in ten (10) equal monthly installments September to
June excluding July and August; see schedule of payments below for monthly rent
amounts - Rent is due on the first day of each month. Such does not include the
Tenant’s share of property taxes if charged, but does include any common area costs
payable in respect of the said lands and the Building
Two (2) monthly payments of:
July and Aug 2015= $796.18 + applicable taxes
July and Aug 2016= $796.18 + applicable taxes
July and Aug 2017 = $826.43 + applicable taxes
3. For the purposes of this Lease:
(a) "Additional Rent" means sums, other than rent payable pursuant to Article 2,
payable by the Tenant as determined in accordance with the provisions of this
Lease;
(b) "Commencement Date of Term" means December 1, 2014;
(c) "Rental" means the aggregate of the rent and Additional Rent payable hereunder;
4. The Tenant covenants and agrees with the Landlord:
(a) To pay Rent without any deduction therefrom all at the times and in the manner
herein provided;
(b) To pay when due every tax and license fee (including penalties for late payment
thereof) in respect of any and every business carried on in or upon the Premises or
in respect of the occupancy or use of the Premises by the Tenant (or by any and
every of its sub-tenants) whether such taxes or license fees are charged by a
municipal, federal or provincial government or other body and whether the
statement or notice of such taxes or license fees are rendered to the Landlord or
the Tenant.
(c) To pay all rates, tolls and charges incurred in respect of the Premises for telephone
and other similar utilities required by the Tenant.
(d) To repair and make good any damage caused by the Tenant or any of its employees,
agents invitees or licenses; and
(e) To keep well painted the painted portions of the interior of the Premises;
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(f) To give the Landlord or its agents prompt notice of any defect in the water or other
pipes or fixtures, heating apparatus, electric or other wires and mechanical
systems, and of visual structural defects in the Premises;
(g) To submit each year’s schedule request and any subsequent schedule changes to
the Landlord in a timely manner. While every effort will be made to accommodate
the tenant’s schedule requests, the Landlord retains the right to decline requested
hours of use depending on availability of the facility.
(h) To make every effort to notify the Landlord when the Tenant is not using the facility
so that the Landlord can make the facility available to other user groups.
(i) That the Tenant will continuously throughout the Term:
I. Use and occupy the Premises only for the purposes of a Child Care service;
II. Operate the business of providing Child Care services in the leased space
based on the following schedule:
Monday – Thursday 7:00 to 8:00 am. and 2:30 to 5:30 pm.
Fridays – 7:00 to 8:00 am. and 12:30 to 5:30 pm.
S.D. 42 professional development days 7:00am to 5:30 pm.
The months of April, December, July and August 7:00 am to 5:30pm.
III. Operate its business of providing Child Care services in full compliance
with all federal, provincial and municipal statutes, regulations, codes and
bylaws.
IV. Ensure that any employee or agent of the Tenant engaged in the business
of providing Child Care services will, at all times be licensed and in good
standing with the Ministry of Health and hold all required licenses and
certificates.
(j) That the Tenant shall not:
I. Assign or mortgage this Lease without the prior consent in writing of the
Council of the Landlord, which consent shall not unreasonably be withheld;
or
II. Sublet the Premises or any part thereof or otherwise part with possession, in
any manner whatsoever, of the Premises or any part thereof;
(k) That the Tenant shall at its expense, provide janitorial services (with the exception of
when the landlord uses the facility) to the Premises sufficient to keep the Premises
tidy and in a clean and sanitary condition and free from odors, rodents, bugs and
vermin and shall provide receptacles (in a location to be provided by the Landlord)
for refuse and rubbish of all kinds (including proper refrigerated areas for
perishable rubbish and garbage) and shall attend to the removal of the same from
the Premises at regular intervals and shall not keep or leave any rubbish of any kind
in or near the Premises;
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(l) That the Tenant will provide all leasehold improvements as are necessary to operate
the business of providing Child Care services at no cost to the Landlord. The
Landlord must approve the design and quality of the leasehold improvements prior
to construction or installation of the same, and provided that the Tenant will not
make or construct any alterations, additions or improvements in the Premises nor
install any plumbing, piping, wiring or heating apparatus or other mechanical
systems therein without the written permission of the Landlord first had and
obtained (and which permission the Tenant acknowledges the Landlord may
arbitrarily withhold) and at the end or sooner determination of the Term the Tenant
will restore the Premises or any part thereof, to their condition as at the
commencement of the Term reasonable wear and tear only excepted, if called upon
to do so by the Landlord, but otherwise all repairs, alterations, installations and
additions made or constructed by the Tenant upon or in the Premises, except
moveable business fixtures brought thereon by the Tenant, shall be the property of
the Landlord and shall be considered in all respects as part of the Premises;
(m) That the Tenant will not erect or display any signs or nameplates on the outside of
the Building or the Premises or on the said lands without the Landlord's approval
thereof in writing first had and obtained and will remove the same upon the
expiration of the Term making good any damage caused by such removal and the
Tenant shall be responsible for the cost of installing and maintaining all approved
signage outside the Building.
(n) That the Tenant will observe, obey and conform to and cause its employees, invitees
and licenses to observe, obey and conform to the rules and regulations attached
hereto as Schedule "B" and to all further reasonable rules and regulations from time
to time made by the Landlord with regard to the good reputation, safety, care,
cleanliness, appearance, management, use or occupation of the Building, the
premises or the said lands and to have an attendant or supervisor present on the
Premises at all times the Premises are in use;
(o) That the Tenant has caused the Premises to be inspected and admits that the same
are at the date first above mentioned in a good and substantial state of repair and
that the same are now clean and in a satisfactory and sanitary condition;
(p) That the Tenant will produce to the Landlord from time to time at the request of the
Landlord satisfactory evidence of the due payment by the Tenant of all payments
required to be made by the Tenant under this Lease.
(q) That the Tenant shall promptly make whole at its sole cost and expense all damaged
glass (including plate glass) in the Premises;
(r) That the Tenant, at the expiration or earlier termination of the Term, will peaceably
surrender and give up possession of the Premises without notice from the Landlord;
(s) That the Landlord shall have the right any time during the Term to repair or add to or
alter the Building and for that purpose, if necessary, to enter into and upon or
attach scaffolds or other temporary fixtures to the Premises, putting the Tenant to
no unnecessary inconvenience;
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(t) That the Tenant shall indemnify and save harmless the Landlord from any and all
liabilities, damages, costs, claims, suits or actions growing out of this Lease and,
without limiting the generality of the foregoing, growing out of:
I. Any breach, violation, or non-performance of any covenant, condition or
agreement in this Lease set forth and contained on the part of the Tenant to
be fulfilled, kept, observed and performed;
II. Any damage or injury to property of the Landlord while said property shall be
in or about the Premises, the Building or the said lands; and
III. Any damage or injury to any property or to any person including death
resulting at any time therefrom, occurring in or about the Premises.
IV. The Tenant shall provide the landlord with proof of third party liability
insurance (minimum, Three (3) million dollars for each occurrence) naming
the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Parks & Leisure Services Commission,
The Districts of Maple Ridge and the City of Pitt Meadows as named
insured.
5. The Landlord covenants and agrees with the Tenant:
(a) For quiet enjoyment;
(b) That the Tenant and its employees and customers may use the public washrooms
located near the said lease space, but must ensure the said room is kept in a clean
and sanitary state.
(c) To maintain the structure of the Building and the surrounding common areas,
including repairs to the roof, outside walls, foundations and paved areas save for
damage caused thereto by the wrongful or negligent acts of the Tenant or its
employees or agents.
6. It is hereby agreed that if the Tenant shall hold over other than by way of renewal after
the expiration of the Term or any renewal thereof and the Landlord shall accept rent, the
new tenancy thereby created shall be a tenancy from month to month and not a tenancy
from year to year, and shall be subject to the covenants and conditions herein contained
so far as the same are applicable to a tenancy from month to month, and the rent
payable under such monthly tenancy shall be as defined in the City of Maple Ridge Fees
and Charges By-Law that is current at that time.
7. If the Tenant from time to time fails to observe or perform any of the covenants on its
part herein contained or to make any payments required to be made by it or carry out any
repairs according to notice given by the Landlord, the Landlord may perform such
covenants or make such payments in whole or in part together with interest charged
thereon or may enter and make or cause to be made such repairs, as the case may be,
but the giving of any such notice or the making of any such payment or performing of
such covenants or the undertaking of any such repairs by the Landlord shall not be
deemed an acknowledgement or admission of any liability or responsibility on the part of
the Landlord. Any payment so made and the costs of performing any of such covenants
or of any repairs so made or caused to be made and any damage, loss or expense
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suffered or incurred by the Landlord (including all legal fees on a solicitor and client
basis) by reason of any failure of the Tenant to observe and comply with any of the
covenants of the Tenant herein contained shall immediately become payable by the
Tenant to the Landlord as Additional Rent.
8. If the Landlord shall sell the said lands, the Landlord shall, as and from the date of such
sale, be relieved of the further observance and performance of all of the covenants and
obligations on its part herein contained.
9. Time shall be of the essence of this Lease.
10. Any notice to be given by the Landlord to the Tenant hereunder shall be well and
sufficiently given if delivered or sent by prepaid registered mail to the Tenant addressed
to the Tenant as follows:
STARTING BLOCKS CHILDCARE Inc. a, Company incorporated under the laws of the
Province of British Columbia, having its
registered office at 23588 105th Ave , Maple Ridge, B.C. V2W 1B8
but operating as COTTONWOODS CHILD CARE CENTRE,
Or to any other address in British Columbia of which the Tenant shall advise the Landlord
in writing and any notice to be given by the Tenant to the Landlord shall be well and
sufficiently given if delivered or sent by prepaid registered mail to the Landlord
addressed to the Landord as follows:
11995 Haney Place
Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6G2
Business Operations Manager
11. The Tenant acknowledge that:
(a) There are no covenants, representations, warranties, agreements or conditions
expressed or implied, collateral or otherwise forming part of or in any way affecting or
relating to this Lease save as expressly set out herein and that this Lease constitutes
the entire agreement between the Landlord and the Tenant and may not be modified
except by subsequent agreement in writing executed by the Landlord and the Tenant;
and
(b) The Landlord shall deliver this Lease to the Tenant in registered form provided that
preparation of all necessary plans and explanatory plans to enable this Lease to be
put into registered form shall be at the Tenant's expense.
12. This Lease shall ensure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their
respective heirs, executors, administrators, personal representatives, successors and
permitted assigns.
13. References to the Landlord or the Tenant shall be read with such changes in gender as
may be appropriate, and, where appropriate, the singular shall mean the plural and vice-
versa.
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14. The landlord and the Tenant acknowledge and agree that at the expiration of the renewal
term (June 2018) there shall be no further right of renewal.
15. It is understood and agreed that nothing contained in this Lease or in any acts of the
parties hereto shall be deemed to create any relationship between the parties hereto
other than the relationship of Landlord and Tenant.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have caused this Lease to be executed the day and
year second above written.
The Corporate Seal of DISTRICT OF MAPLE
RIDGE was hereunto affixed in the presence
of:
(Authorized Signatory)
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C/S
The COMMON SEAL OF STARTING BLOCKS
CHILDCARE INC.. was hereunto affixed in the
presence of:
Authorized Signatory:
Authorized Signatory:
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C/S
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SCHEDULE "B"
Rules and Regulations Referred to in Annexed Lease
1) The Tenant shall not perform any acts or carry on any practice which may injure the
Premises or be a nuisance to other tenants in the Building or to the owners or occupiers
of properties adjacent to the said lands.
2) The Tenant shall not burn any trash or garbage in or about the Building, the Premises or
anywhere within the confines of the said lands.
3) All loading and unloading of merchandise, supplies, materials, garbage, refuse and other
chattels shall be made only through or by means of such doorways as the Landlord shall
designate in writing from time to time.
4) The Tenant shall not bring into the Premises or the Building any equipment, motor or any
other thing which might damage the Building or the Premises.
5) No large animals shall be allowed or kept in or about the Premises.
6) The Tenant shall not be permitted to use or keep in the Building any gasoline, coal oil,
burning fluid or other inflammable material.
7) No one shall use the Premises for sleeping quarters.
8) Any hand trunks, carryalls, or similar appliances used in the Building shall be equipped
with rubber tires, safety locks and such other safeguards as the Landlord and Building
Operator may require.
9) The Tenant shall secure all belongings kept on the premises in a locked container
provided by the Tenant.
10) The leased area will be available for community use outside of the hours of use
designated to the Tenant, as described in Section 4. i) II of Schedule “A”.
11) When the premises are available for community use outside of the hours scheduled to
the Tenant, the premises must be made usable, for example, the Tenant’s belongings
must be removed as not to interfere with the full time use of the room.
12) If the Tenant wants expanded use of the facility, beyond the hours provided for in this
lease, they may submit their request to the Landlord. Such requests will be considered
based on availability, and additional rent will be charged for each hour of use based on
the City of Maple Ridge Fees and Charges Policy that is current at the time of the request.
13) Cleaning of the floor will be cost shared between both parties due to shared space.
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City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 10, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO:
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: Council
SUBJECT: Mayor’s Open Government Task Force
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The primary focus of the Mayor’s Open Government Task Force (MOGTF) since the last update to
Council on February 10, 2015, has been the formation of the Citizens Representatives Working
Group (CRWG). Ms. Katherine Wagner has been appointed as Chair of this group, and as a first
order of business, has worked with the MOGTF to develop the attached Terms of Reference. Citizens
are encouraged to review the Terms of Reference and make application to participate on the Citizens
Representatives Working Group or stay alert for opportunities that will be promoted soon about how
to contribute to the information that the CRWG will be gathering.
In addition, the MOGTF’s recommendation to livestream Council Workshop Meetings and Committee
of the Whole Meetings in addition to the Regular Council Meetings has been completed. The
MOGTF’s recommendation to make basic information on contracts that the City has entered into
available and accessible to the public is underway and expected to be completed soon.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
No resolution required.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context:
On January 5, 2015 the Mayor’s Open Government Task Force was established to develop
recommendations that will strengthen accountability and transparency at City Hall and increase
citizen’s understanding of and contribution to decision-making. Mayor Read, Councillor Bell and
Councillor Shymkiw were appointed as the Council liaisons to this Task Force.
The Task Force provided its first update to Council on February 10, 2015. This update included
the Terms of Reference for the MOGTF which outlined the purpose, timeframe and structure of
the working groups that will input to the recommendations that the MOGTF is developing. In
addition, Council endorsed two recommendations put forward by the MOGTF:
1.The first recommendation directed staff to livestream Council Workshop Meetings and
Committee of the Whole Meetings in addition to the Regular Council Meetings that were
already being livestreamed. The purpose is to ensure that members of the public have the
opportunity to view all forums that Council uses for discussions and decision making. This
task has now been accomplished and the public can find all livestream session vide o
recordings on the City’s website.
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2. The second recommendation directed staff to make basic information on contracts that the
City has entered into available and accessible to the public. Development of a structure to
provide this information to the public is underway now. The MOGTF will review the proposed
format in the following week or so to provide feedback on how well the recommended format
will achieve the goal of ensuring easy access to basic information on the scope of City
services provided through contract relationships. This meeting will provide staff with critical
feedback with which to complete this project so that this information can be made available
to citizens at the earliest opportunity.
Citizen input is crucial to the MOGTF process and outcomes; therefore, the primary focus of the
MOGTF since the last update to Council has been the formation of the Citizens Representatives
Working Group.
Ms. Katherine Wagner has been selected as the Chair of the CRWG. A brief description of some
of Ms. Wagner’s contributions to our community that qualify her as a suitable candidate to fulfill
this role is shown below:
Ms. Wagner has lived in Maple Ridge since 1991. She ran successfully as a School
Trustee and sat for three terms from 1996 to 2005. Ms. Wagner has been very active in
the community, writing a column in the Maple Ridge Times from January 2006 to 2011
and has been a key organizer and promoter of the Golden Ears Writers group. In 2013
Ms. Wagner was one of the founders and moderators of the Maple Ridge Council Watch
Facebook Group.
Following Ms. Wagner’s acceptance of this appointment, she worked alongside the MOGTF to
develop the Terms of Reference for the CRWG. The Terms of Reference, attached to this report,
will provide citizens who are considering this opportunity more information with which to m ake
their decision to participate. The application process is open until March 20, 2015 . Information
on the CRWG is available on the City website. A ll Maple Ridge citizens who are interested are
encouraged to review the Terms of Reference and make application to participate on the Citizens
Representatives Working Group or to contribute to the information that the CRWG will be
gathering.
b) Desired Outcome:
The desired outcome is to strengthen accountability and transparency at City Hall and to
increase citizen’s understanding, access and contribution to decision-making
c) Strategic Alignment:
This recommendation aligns with Council’s Strategic Direction on Governance to function as an
open government with the greatest possible access by citizens to information and opportunity for
engagement in decision-making processes.
d) Citizen/Customer Implications:
The task force’s work will result in increased opportunities for citizens to participate in civic
matters through enhanced transparency, accountability and accessibility to information which
will enable citizens to become more active, empowered and engaged participants.
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
The task force will require input from a number of departments and the resulting priorities as
determined by Council will direct department work plans.
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f) Business Plan/Financial Implications:
There is likely a need for modest funding to accommodate education and engagement activities.
The task force will bring a request back to Council once these funding needs are defined.
”Original signed by Mayor Nicole Read”
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Approved by: Mayor Read
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Mayor’s Open Government Task Force
Citizen Representatives Working Group
Terms of Reference
The Citizen Representatives Working Group (CRWG) was established February 10, 2015 per the
Terms of Reference of the Mayor’s Open Government Task Force (MOGTF). The role of the CRWG is
to operate as an independent body that will gather citizen feedback and prepare recommendations
to bring forward to the MOGTF on how the City can increase accountability, transparency, and
citizen’s understanding of and contribution to decision-making.
Purpose
The purpose of th is working group is to provide recommendations to the Mayor’s Open Government
Task Force that will:
1. Increase citizen’s access to the information that they want to receive.
2. Increase citizen participation, engagement and collaboration in community issues.
3. Increase citizen’s satisfaction with the transparency and accountability of the City.
Mandate
The Citizen Representatives Working Group will:
1. Engage citizens to provide input on the type of information that they are seeking from the City
as well as the preferred format, function and means by which they would like to access this
information.
2. Develop recommendations that will contribute to a gold standard program of engagement,
accountability and transparency regarding an open government system, and present these
recommendations to the Mayor’s Open Government Task Force.
Citizen input will be a pivotal component of the CRWG’s work. It will be up to the CRWG to
determine the most effective approach to gather this input.
While the CRWG is invited make recommendations on preferred tools or approaches, it is outside of
their scope of work to deliver recommendations on specific delivery tools, pricing and cost trade -offs.
In addition, the CRWG is not tasked with making recommendations on systems or tools that support
business as this work will be conducted through another venue.
Lastly, the intention is for the CRWG’s recommendations to inform the MOGTF’s work. However, the
recommendations that will be brought forward to Council are the work of the MOGTF as is oversight
of the implementation of those recommendations.
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Members
Katherine Wagner is the Chair of the Citizen Representatives Working Group. The CRWG Chair will
select the membership of this working group in collaboration with the Chair of the MOGTF or her
designate. Once membership selection is complete, the Chair and Members will determine the
process by which citizen engagement will be accomplished and the process by which they will develop
those recommendations.
Non-members
In order to maintain the independent function of the CRWG, it will not include City Council Members
including those on the MOGTF or City employees. However, other participants may be invited at the
discretion of the Chair.
Meetings
The CRWG will meet bi-weekly or at the call of the Chair. It is anticipated that a maximum of six
meetings approximately two hours in duration will be required to complete this work. Members
should be available Wednesday and Thursday evenings and have access to e-mail. Meetings may be
recorded and made available on the City website to increase public access.
Quorum
Every effort will be made to include all CRWG members at all meetings but in some instances that
may not be possible and in that case, the CRWG will have quorum if a majority of the members are
in attendance.
Reporting Requirements
The Chair of the CRWG will report to the MOGTF on a monthly basis or more often as required and
will deliver final recommendations to the MOGTF by June 5, 2015 or other date that may be agreed
upon between the Chair of the CRWG and the chair of the MOGTF.
Liaison
All communication between the CRWG and the MOGTF will be conducted through the Ch air of each
group. This includes report timelines, requests for support and general questions. All questions and
requests for information directed to staff will be communicated by the Chair of the MOGTF to the CAO
or his designate.
Term
The Task Force modality is provided for in the Committees of Council Policy No. 3.11 which includes
the responsibility to consider issues within a bounded period of time and once finished this work,
through resolution of Council, to cease to exist. The work of the CRWG is expected to conclude by
June 5, 2015 or soon thereafter in alignment with the term of the MOGTF. The MOGTF is expected
to conclude by July 6, 2015, which is six months from the inception date of January 5, 2015.
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Accountability
The working group members are accountable to the Chair of the CRWG for their participation in CRWG
meetings, activities and e-mail correspondence.
Funding
There is currently no funding allocated to the CRWG. As the need for funding is further defined it is
the responsibility of the CRWG to bring a request forward to the MOGTF who will consider the
request and if supportive will bring it forward to Council for a final decision .
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City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: March 10, 2015
and Members of Council FILE NO:
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: Council
SUBJECT: Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force was established on January 5, 2015 and its Terms
of Reference adopted on February 10, 2015. This report provides an update on the work that the
Task Force has undertaken since that time.
RECOMMENDATION:
No resolution required.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context:
Mayor Read, Councillor Masse and Councillor Robson were appointed as the Council Liaisons to
the Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force formed on January 5, 2015. The mandate of
the Task Force, was confirmed on February 10, 2015 in the Terms of Reference adopted by
Council, which state that the Task Force will:
1.Increase access to treatment for people dealing with drug addiction.
2.Increase adequate support for people with significant mental illness.
3.Increase a sense of health and safety in the community.
Since the Terms of Reference were completed, the Task Force has been actively pursuing the
Discovery Phase of their work. To this end, the MHSTF has participated in a number of meeting s
to assess roadblocks, challenges and potential solutions in support of the mandate outlined
above. Examples are provided below:
Met with VisionQuest Recovery Society and toured their residential treatment facility in
Chilliwack in order to ascertain the role they might play in helping addicted citizens
interested in treatment.
Met with Hope for Freedom Society in Port Coquitlam and toured a recovery house and
shelter program to explore their model and to ascertain the role they might play in helping
addicted citizens interested in treatment.
Attended the Maple Ridge Social Planning Advisory Committee in February to outline the
Terms of Reference to be implemented, answer questions and gather feedback.
Attended the Maple Ridge / Pitt Meadows / Katzie Community Network meeting in February
to outline the Terms of Reference to be implemented, answer questions and gather
feedback.
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Met with Crown Council in Port Coquitlam to determine how the Justice System can support
access to treatment for people who are prolific users of the Justice System as a result of
homelessness, addiction and mental health issues.
Met with the Ridge Meadows Ministerial Association to share the work of the t ask force and
to begin a dialogue about the role churches can play in helping the task force to meet its
objectives.
Met with Habitat for Humanity to explore affordable home ownership opportunities for
working families who are currently at risk of homelessness.
Hosted a number of meetings to gather information from local service providers to
understand the current strengths and challenges that local service providers face in
supporting the street entrenched homeless population. Examples include Alouette
Addictions and the Salvation Army Caring Place.
Met with the Maple Ridge Downtown Business Improvement Association and agreed to
explore a social employment and clean-up proposal that the association would like to
propose as well as lighting in the downtown.
Met with the City of Pitt Meadows to explore the role that Pitt Meadows would like to play
with regard to the social planning function to address the social issues that our communities
are dealing with.
In addition to the vigorous pursuit of a robust Discovery process, the MHSTF has activated the
Enforcement Working Group. Membership on this group includes staff from the RCMP, Bylaws,
Parks and Fire Departments. This team will place an increased focus and emphasis on the
following areas:
Stepping up the clean-up and/or removal of vacant and abandoned buildings that are
lowering the standard of the community.
Stepping up the enforcement of the Crime-Free Multi-Family Housing Program.
Stepping up the enforcement of buildings in the community known to permit drug use or
illegal behavior and/or permit conditions to persist that are unsafe.
Removing campsites that emerge on public property and parkland combined with linking
people who require support to service providers who can connect them to an appropriate
standard of housing.
Exploring needle distribution practices to reduce the incidence of used needles being
disposed of in our parks and downtown area.
Reviewing the bylaw that allows bikes on sidewalks to determine the best approach to
reduce criminal activity associated with bicycles.
Exploring the possibility of establishing a loitering bylaw.
Supporting the RCMP in the deployment of software that will help them to identify potentially
stolen goods moving through pawn shops.
Supporting the initiative between regional Mayors and the RCMP to gather data related to
RCMP hours spent on attending to mental health issues.
Reviewing and improving security services that support the work of the RCMP in the
downtown.
Next steps for the MHSTF include the completion of the Discovery Phase of this project. This will
include additional meetings with stakeholders, professionals with expertise in mental health and
addictions issues, and service providers such as BC Housing, the Maple Ridge Treatment Centre
and others. This will include research into the impact and services that support treatment of
fentanyl use which is a growing concern in the lower mainland recently reported in the Vancouver
Sun.
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Through the initial Discovery Phase it was identified that the MHSTF structure of a separate
Street Outreach Working Group and Shelter Working Group will be more effective if combined
into one unified group. The MHSTF will formalize the structure and membership of this group
through the development of a Terms of Reference. The Community Standards Team will also be
activated shortly.
The Prevention and Education Working Group is a significant priority of the MHSTF, however, the
formation of this team will occur after the completion of the Discovery Phase once the specific
issues that the community is facing are more fully understood.
Another top priority is to continue to advocate for and facilitate access to additional interim
treatment and housing solutions for people who are in need of these services, particularly as
people are removed from campsites on public property and abandoned buildings.
b) Desired Outcome:
To be leaders that other communities can look to regarding our approach to getting people in our
community with significant drug addiction and mental illness into treatment so that situations of
homelessness and property crime are reduced and citizens’ sense of safety is protected.
c) Strategic Alignment:
This resolution aligns with the Safe and Livable Communities Strategic Direction by pro-actively
addressing the impacts of social issues on the local community and citizens through social
planning and collaboration with other levels of government and local service providers.
d) Citizen/Customer Implications:
The task force’s work will benefit individuals in at-risk situations as well as the overall health of
the community. According to the 2014 homeless count conducted by Alouette Home Start,
eighty-four people in Maple Ridge are currently homeless. Of those eighty-four, approximately
thirty are unsheltered on an ongoing basis. Although a greater percentage of our citizens faced
with homelessness are being supported into housing each year, we continue to have a
chronically homeless population on our streets that are faced with multi -barriers to being
permanently housed.
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
The task force will require input from a number of departments and the resulting priorities as
determined by Council will direct department work plans.
f) Business Plan/Financial Implications:
There is likely a need for modest funding for education and engagement activities. The task
force will bring a request back to Council once funding needs are define d.
CONCLUSIONS:
The work of the MHSTF is well underway. The Discovery Phase has confirmed some of the key
issues that need to be resolved and a fuller report on these issues will be provided once Discovery
has completed. The Prevention and Education Team will also be established following completion of
the Discovery Phase. The Street Outreach and Shelter Team Terms of Reference will be developed
shortly and the Enforcement Team has been activated using existing staff resources.
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Further updates will be brought back to Council and the public on a monthly basis as this work
progresses.
“Original signed by Mayor Nicole Read”
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Approved by: Mayor Read
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Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force
Terms of Reference
Purpose
The Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force was created pursuant to a resolution of Council on
January 5, 2015 to conduct an assessment of social service delivery funding models and to develop
recommendations that will enhance community health for Council’s consideration .
Mandate
The Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force will:
1.Increase access to treatment for people dealing with drug addiction.
2.Increase adequate support for people with significant mental illness.
3.Increase a sense of health and safety in the community.
Membership
Mayor Read is the Chair and a member of the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness Solutions
(MHSTF). Councillor Robson and Councillor Masse are members.
Expert advice on various topics will be a pivotal component of the MHSTF’s work. Participation will
occur through five working groups:
1.Street Action Team:
The purpose of this working group is to increase timely access to services that respond to the
individual needs of our unsheltered population. This work will be informed by input from people
who have experienced homelessness.
2.Prevention and Education Team:
The purpose of this working group is to develop a pro-active community approach to youth
education on the prevention of drug use.
3.Shelter Team:
The purpose of this working group is to identify an immediate interim shelter solution for people
in the community that are currently unsheltered while longer-term solutions are being pursued,
including those identified in the Housing Action Plan.
4.Enforcement Team:
The purpose of this working group is to ensure a consistent and effective approach to
enforcement of community standards and safety.
5.Community Standards Team:
The purpose of this working group is to ensure alignment with community standards by agencies
that provide a regional service to people with significant mental illness and/or drug addiction.
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Non-members
The CAO or his representative is expected to attend all meetin gs of the MHSTF. Other participants
may be invited at the discretion of the Chair.
Meetings
The Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force will meet weekly or at the call of the Chair. It is
anticipated that a number of additional meetings will be scheduled to ensure a strong dialogue with
the working groups.
Quorum
Every effort will be made to include all three MHSTF members at all meetings but in some instances
that may not be possible and in that case, the MHSTF will have quorum if a majority of the members
are in attendance.
Reporting Requirements
The Mayor’s Homelessness Solutions Task Force will report out to Council and the public on a
monthly basis.
Term
The Task Force modality is provided for in the Committees of Council Policy No. 3.11 which includes
the responsibility to consider issues within a bounded period of time and once finished this work,
through resolution of Council, to cease to exist. The work of the Task Force is expected to conclude
by July 6, 2015, which is six months from the inception date of January 5, 2015.
Accountability
The MHSTF members are accountable for their participation on the Task Force. The working group
members are accountable to the MHSTF.
Funding
There is currently no funding allocated to the MHSTF.As the need for funding is further defined it is
the responsibility of the task force to bring a request forward to Council for consideration.